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On board 5th wheel generator
I have recently purchased a Forest River Cardinal 5th wheel and I am considering getting an on board generator. It is hooked up for generator use, but no generator. What kind should I get? I was thinking about a 6500W but dont know that much about them. Just need some information before I buy.12KViews0likes49CommentsBuying fifth wheel
I need advice on whether to purchase a fifth wheel as my first camper. My son (25yrs old) and I have never pulled a camper before. I have gotten some great advice as to not buy a TT for my first camper, so I have reconsidered and found a nice 2010 Gulf Stream 30fbhs fifth wheel. I know that I have to buy another truck to pull it because mine won't do the trick. What do you all advise me to do?3.8KViews0likes20CommentsRe: New to travel trailers
I haven't gotten any advice on towing a fifth wheel. I am going to have to get a truck to tow it with because mine is not the towing capacity for a fifth wheel. The one we are looking at now is a 2010 Gulf Stream 30fbhs. Now what are your opinions on this one. Please feel free to help me out here.460Views0likes0CommentsRe: New to travel trailers
Ok, I am taking all the advice that I have gotten. I really appreciate everyone taking the time to comment on my dilemna. Now I have another question. Since we have pretty much given up on the TT for now, what are your thoughts on a fifth wheel? I have been told that it is much easier to tow and one person can hitch it up. I know I have to do something else about a truck because of the towing capacity. Please let me know your opinions. Thanks.460Views0likes0CommentsRe: New to travel trailers
Thanks for all the advice so far. We have been looking at smaller trailers too, but can't find any that would suit us yet. We are also considering a 2013 Forest River Rockwood Signature Ultra Lite 8311SS, this trailer would suit us better than anything else we've seen. It is about 1.5 feet shorter and 500-600 pounds lighter than the Outback. Our truck is rated for 8,600 lbs and the GVWR on this one is 8,450 lbs. The unloaded vehicle weight is 6,951 lbs. We probably would never fill the trailer anywhere near the GVWR. Would this be at all possible for us to tow even at a low speed? We will be driving slow no matter which one we get. We will always be in campgrounds that have pull through, paved sites and will only be taking the trailer on main highways and will be doing as little maneuvering and backing up as possible. Also is there anything that could be done to our truck that might make towing something like this a little easier or more stable?460Views0likes0CommentsRe: New to travel trailers
Thanks for all the advice. By the way, I have looked at a lot of units, considering the size, floorplan, condition and this is the best TT floorplan to fit my son's and my privacy needs. We have a 2004 GMC Sierra 5.3 V8 Extended cab. I realize this is a large unit and I do have concerns about pulling it, but also know I probably won't be buying another one anytime soon. So, we checked it out again yesterday and checked for leaks, awning, fridge, a/c, etc. Everything seems in working condition. Also, the dealership is going over it now doing maintenance on it.303Views0likes0CommentsNew to travel trailers
My son and I are thinking about buying a 2012 Outback Keystone 312BH. They are charging $24,900 for it. It seems to be in great shape. Since we are a 66 yr. old mom and 25 yr. old son, the 312 with the bunkhouse in one end and the master bedroom in the other seems to be just what we need for both of us to have our privacy. But neither of us has ever had a travel trailer before and know very little about camping. What are the ins and outs of towing something like this? Any help anyone can give me would be appreciated.4KViews0likes24Comments
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