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Re: Looking for 5th wheel bunkhouse - First Purchase
In the same boat with ya!!! We are going to look at the Palomino Sabre 34TBOK tomorrow, both new and used!!! Getting excited!! It is longer, than I had originally wanted, it's 38'. I wanted to stay 35' and under, but the need for storage space won out!! We only have one pre-teen child. So we weren't looking for too many more beds, just another closed bedroom for privacy. We have looked/researched and poured over countless bunkhouses. Ultimately only you will know what you think will work best for you and your family!! I'm learning this first hand. Been researching for about 2-3months now. I hope the one I pick will work for us!!! Happy hunting!!!634Views0likes0CommentsRe: Tires?!?
CKNSLS wrote: Another tire thread where Maxxis is mentioned and an ST tire may not even be the best choice for the OP. Unbelievable! Yes, it has me scratching my head :h :@ :h But I'm trying to gain as much knowledge experience-wise from others. I'm planning on traveling almost 3,000 miles in 30days starting the mid-next month. So here's hoping for the best intel!!! :W532Views0likes0CommentsRe: Tires?!?
darsben wrote: I have no opinion on how much you should spend on new tires. I do not know your finances. THe only guidance I can give you is to avoid any ST tire. Also have you ever weighed the rig? That will enter into the calculations for proper tire replacement. Haven't consider a price point on tires just yet. What I know about the 5er is this. It has: 2 axels, aluminum wheels, with the TowMaxx ST 235/80R16 tires Weight info: Dry 10.5k lbs. Payload 3,600lbs GVWR 14.1k lbs Looking for opinions on tire recommendations to change out the TowMaxx.411Views0likes0CommentsTires?!?
*EDIT* this is a used 5er that we will be purchasing from owner, that has had it sitting on jacks on a concrete slab of a campground for over a year or so!!!! I know, the great Tire(d) debate/review!!!! PLEASE: Need Advice!!!! Looking for input from experienced rv'ers about tires to purchase for a 2011 Keystone Sprinter Copper Canyon 324FWBHS. http://www.rvguide.com/specs/keystone/fifth-wheel/2011/copper-canyon/324fwbhs.html I've read all over and have been made aware that the TowMaxx tires are no good!!! We are planning on hauling out next month from the TNT/KY area and heading west to the OR/WA area??? We are hoping on just having to purchase new tires and not wheels. Current tires on the unit are Power King TowMaxx STR ST235/80R16. Good brands/size/type for long haul traveling and GO!!! Thank You!!!6KViews0likes29CommentsBuying used from an owner, what do we look for?!?!?
Just looked at a 2011 Keystone Sprinter Copper Canyon 324FWBHS for sale by owner at campground where it's been sitting for just over a year. Or so we've been told. My question. Should we trust the tires on this 5er?!? The tires are Power King TowMaxx ST235/80R60 They informed us that they bought the 5er at a dealership used and that new tires and wheels were put on before for they had it delivered to their campground site and it has been sitting on jacks since then. We've looked the unit over pretty good inside and out and it looks very well kept! Is there anything in particular that we should be looking for in general wear and tear?!? They said they were the second owners and the history they were given about from the first owner is that they only took it out a handful of times before selling/trading it off. Thank you for any all advice & tips on this matter!!! Blessed Be :)1.9KViews0likes9CommentsRe: TT or 5th, best TV to go with them?
Thank You for these words of wisdom!!! Just an update on narrowing our search decision. DH & I have decided on a TT vs. a 5W: Due to needing larger cargo space for other items that won't fit into TTs nor 5W. Such as mentioned bikes in my OP, as well as a large grill, plus other items. That being said, What are the best TTs for Mountain & Pacific areas??? We are currently located in the TN/KY region and may end up purchasing locally here and towing westward. However, if the brands are better in the PAC/MNT regions vs our current location, we may consider them as well in our decisions. Again a huge "Thanks!" for your words of advice in helping us make our final decisions!!! Looking forward to our new way of life soon!!!! Thank You & Blessed Be!!! :)190Views0likes0CommentsTT or 5th, best TV to go with them?
I would like opinions & advice for our small military family. We are wanting to purchase either a TT or 5th for being able to live out of it for a year or more fulltime. Meaning mostly likely staying in one location for about 7-9months and then 3-5 months in another. Mostly residing between Mountain & Pacific time zone areas. It's just my husband, my pre-teen daughter, a mid-size dog, a cat and myself. However, my DH will be gone most of the time. We have been looking at tons of floorplans for both. We have agreed on what we would like most. Would love input from other users 1) Exterior access to bathroom. Pros/Cons? 2) Full walk around master queen size bed. or dual entry sides? 3) Seperate sleeping quarters for daughter, looking into bunk room models, but only needing at least one bed maybe a second bed for sleep overs. Also wanting to provide personal space, sliding or swing door a must! We have seen lots of floor plans with exterior cooking/ref/sink with some bunk models, Pros & Cons there?? 4) Slide outs in main living/dining area, Pros & Cons of sliders especially with kitchen sliders? We are newbies to RV living in general, but experienced with small living quarters, so we know what we can get around in. We have 2 bikes, and an adult tricycle, that we will be bringing along. Lastly, a TV, What is most recommended for either??? We will be purchasing our TV only after we finalized on between getting a TT or 5th. Last tid bit, we will have a second vehicle along too, a 90 YJ Jeep Wrangler. Looking forward to hearing everyones feedback!!! Thank You & Blessed Be!!! ~Angela~1.1KViews0likes7Comments
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