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Re: Interested but have zero experience...
Well the show opened my eyes... there are a lot of very wealthy people dropping big bucks on land yachts. Motor homes over 1/2 million dollars... must be nice. Honestly there was only one line that came close to what I'd like to invest in but it would require an additional investment in a bigger tow vehicle. The TrailManor line & probably the model 2417 sport with slid-out dinette. Being the 2417 size is a newer offering if I was limited to buying a 'used' TrailManor trailer it would have to be a larger one that has been offered for more years like the 2720's or 2922's. They would need even a stronger vehicle. So much for my thoughts of getting economical gas mileage & traveling cheap. Probably a mini-van with a sleeping bag & lots of deodorant will be my 'reality'.440Views0likes0CommentsRe: Interested but have zero experience...
"As I mentioned in a previous post, Sportsmobile is a custom builder - you can design your own vehicle. All those options are available. " The 'pointed roof' & fold-up hard sides on a Chalet trailer is more what I'd want over a fabric & screen 'tent-like' raised roof option like the Sportsmobile offers. Besides I not looking to spend as much as those conversions cost new. Thanks for the suggestion though. I'll get a crash-course this weekend at the RV show as to the available options.440Views0likes0CommentsRe: Interested but have zero experience...
Oh thanks a lot.... no I didn't know that. I did a search & there is one in the beginning of 2014 but I didn't see that there was one this weekend. I'm am sooo glad you mentioned that, I would have hated to miss it. Saturday sounds good to me too. If you see a old tall guy drooling like a little baby that will be me.440Views0likes0CommentsRe: Interested but have zero experience...
I'll need to keep reminding myself, as I look at all my options, that its probably like when I was bit by the boat fever. I started off with a Wetbike & a weekend-tent (some my not remember what a Wetbike was), then moved-up to a 23' ski boat with a 'cuddy-cabin', then my ex-wife insisted we needed a 32' twin-engines with fore & aft births, kitchen & full head with AC/heat. I don't think its available but, if I was to create what would work for my needs, it would be an economical Dodge Caravan stripped of everything inside except the drivers seat. It would have a roof that would open-up like the Chalet hard-side pop-up trailer has. Inside would be layed-out generally like the Chalet trailer is. If I wanted not to raise the roof section (like for a over-night sleep stop) I could still sleep, raid the fridge even use the toilet & wash basin. When the roof is raised I'd have a ton of headroom & the high ceiling would help to let the warm air rise & keep the van cooler. Add an awning, small generator, BBQ grill & I'd be a "happy camper". (Now if only someone already was making one like that)440Views0likes0CommentsRe: Interested but have zero experience...
Defiantly a lot to absorb... I'll check out the RV show when it hits Dallas. That will narrow-down the type I should rent & try out before my purchase. I will go and visit a couple of local RV parks to check-them-out. You all have been very helpful with your suggestions. Its now up to me doing more research before I now the next step... One more silly (I guess) question: Those AC units that fit on the roof, do all of them require 110v-ac via hook-up or generator? I would think there would be some that could work off of 12v dc. Yes/no?285Views0likes0CommentsRe: Interested but have zero experience...
Thanks everyone... yes I do need to do a lot more research on which vehicle will work best for me. MPG, creature comforts, cost, etc. I guess the details needed for a person to properly plan their trip is the biggest mystery to me. Not so much for those who are 'self-contained'& camping out but how not to plan a route to your destination that turns out to be void of RV friendly stops and hook-ups. Except for those who 'just-wing-it' I would think (these days) there would be some map software that, once you enter starting & destination points, would show optional routes with what RV services are along that route.... Maybe not but then how is it done? Thanks again all. EDIT: I saw where it was guessed that I was a woman because I didn't fill out my info section... no I'm a guy named Shawn. FYI 60yo, 6'4" 225# but happy to hear that there are single women that do feel comfortable doing the RV lifestyle... that speaks well for the RV comunity.160Views0likes0CommentsInterested but have zero experience...
Hello all... The concept of traveling around to many different places in this great country of ours is very tempting. I'm not comfortable with the idea of towing a big, tall & long trailer. I would want far better gas mileage than a big truck & 5th-wheel trailer would get. I cannot afford to even think about a huge all-in-one RV motor-home. I like the idea of the smaller hi-low or pop-up (hard side) trailers that could be dragged by a smaller vehicle. The less gas expense the more places I could go see. I am alone so it doesn't need to sleep a whole family. I do want an indoor toilet & shower along with a mini-kitchen & refrigerator. AC & heater are also a must. Apart from figuring out what equipment I'd need I also am curious how Y'all know where all the campgrounds & RV parks are so you can plan out your trips. Is there a computer program that marks available places along the roads you would choose to get to your destination? Places with 'hook-ups' charge per night and some offer discounts to those who have purchased memberships to some 'travel-clubs' right? Is that the way to do it or are those mostly scams? I know too many questions... where does a fresh beginner go to get educated? Thanks13KViews0likes50Comments
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