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Re: Non-halfton fifth wheel
You are going to be looking at older 5ers with a $20K budget. Consider a Carriage Cameo prior to 2011. They made their own frames and were pretty stout. Also, the build construction of the house was above average. The furniture construction was a weak area, but will have been replaced by now.332Views0likes0CommentsRe: Looking to jump back in RVing
Better stick to a travel trailer if you want to pull it with a Ram Ecodiesel. My son has one with around 1,000# of payload; insufficient for virtually any fifth wheel except maybe an Escape 5.0 TA. If you like Rams, upgrade to a Cummins and your options will greatly expand.407Views0likes1CommentRe: Which 303 protect for fifth wheels
tourusa wrote: Can I use this in the fiber glass side portions of just the nose cone and decals Same question came up years ago. I tried some 303 on a small portion of my fiberglass siding. I don't think you would be happy with the results; streaks, not good.1.5KViews0likes0CommentsRe: How do you decide how much to spend on an RV
I also calculate my cost per night regarding my RV purchases. Prior to buying the fifth wheel, I had 3 tent trailers and a Bigfoot travel trailer; my net cost per night of RV ownership over 30 years was less than a dollar. Right now, with the fifth wheel, my cost per night is around $100. If I were to sell the fiver right now, my cost would approach zero. Of course, this doesn't include maintenance, fuel, and the price of campgrounds. My strategy is to buy quality gear used, maintain the heck of of it, and sell for a premium. The depreciation alone of driving a new rig off the lot would far exceed my total net RV outlays.2KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Radiator style radiant heaters
We have a DeLonghi Solaris. Its small size allows me to easily to store it in my basement and bring it in when we need it. It will only raise the temperature maybe 20 degrees and is enough to take the chill off, yet sleep comfortably. Not sufficient for only-source heat. 2 nights ago, it got down to 42 outside and our trailer with a lot of windows was at 64 when I got up. Safe and quiet, we give it no thought. I wouldn't have a heater with a red-hot element and a fan. I'm confident it will last longer than I will.1KViews0likes0CommentsRe: hitch questions (update)
Here is a possible low cost solution. Install rails and use your Patriot hitch. Buy a BedRug bed mat for around $200 and cut out openings for the rails. The mat is thick and will raise your bed to about the top of the rails. Things like lumber and large items slide right over the rails when pushed in. You get the added advantage of having a soft floor to crawl around on. I would also get the additional tailgate mat; a soft seat when you need one. This is not a good solution if you want a clean bed to haul gravel, bark, or other loose items that need to be shoveled out. I have rails and a BedRug in my truck and I love it. It is 18 years old and still looks great, however I run a tonneau cover and my truck is pretty much a dedicated tow rig. When I need gravel, I have it delivered..608Views0likes0CommentsRe: How do you decide how much to spend on an RV
I think you answered your own question when you stated the thought of spending $80k puts a knot in your stomach. That knot may not go away once the warm glow of newness wears off. Nice trailer though. Personal rule for me - pay cash for toys.840Views0likes0CommentsRe: Seven Feathers RV Resort (Canyonville, OR) to Crater Lake
138 along the Umpqua River is indeed a beautiful road. I've been on it multiple times albeit with smaller gear. I can't imagine it being a problem for your rig. Accessing the highway through downtown Roseburg may take some extra caution.414Views0likes0CommentsRe: Better options for couches?
Here is an option I took; we had a 127" slide couch covered in bonded leather which was shredding itself as we watched. I replaced the piece with modular furniture designed for a pontoon boat. I fitted pieces to arrive at 127" exactly. Advantages: low cost, modular, lightweight, will fit through a door, durable, different colors, and storage beneath each section. Looks new after five years. Disadvantages: No recliners or fold out beds, Uncomfortable as is, I raised the back 2" and reclined it a few degrees. Good now, but doesn't compare with the leather recliner I have from Costco. Doesn't look upscale. We use 2' x 4' plastic folding tables from Costco. The legs adjust for height so they can be coffee tables or counter high. We can sit eight people for dinner in a 31 ft. fifth wheel. This is an option, most likely not for many, but has worked perfectly for us. We get a lot of compliments and our rig is generally the meeting area for our friends.1.5KViews0likes0Comments
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