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Re: Fifth Wheel Decisions - Arctic Fox vs. Dutchmen Infinity
We are headed down to Broadmoor in Pasco because they have the 35-5Z and 32-5M in stock. Our local dealer didn't have the 35-5Z. They are both about the same price so I am leaning more towards the 35-5Z because I get the extra couple feet plus the island. I haven't checked dealers on the west side of the state yet. May have to do that in order to lock in the best deal. Thanks!255Views0likes0CommentsFifth Wheel Decisions - Arctic Fox vs. Dutchmen Infinity
I apologize in advance for the lengthy post but my head is on information overload from all my research and I thought reaching out to everyone would be easier. The husband and I are looking to replace our current fifth wheel (2011 Chaparrel Lite 28ft) with a newer, larger, four season unit. So far I have my eye on the Arctic Fox and Dutchmen Inifnity because we want to stay in the $65K or less price range. I have a hard time finding any negative comments about the Arctic Fox but find a ton on the Infinity. The only negative I have come up with on the Arctic Fox is that if you have a warranty issue it can sometimes be challenging to get it done if you are outside of the Pacific Northwest. My biggest concern is the four season aspect of these two because we have a tropical bird that travels with us and we need to make sure he is warm when dry camping. Our current fifth wheel is not insulated at all and running the furnace seems to heat the upper bedroom and not the lower area of the fifth wheel where our bird's cage is. I have considered putting in 12v fans in the ceiling to push the air or install an inverter to run his heater but knowing that we will be upgrading to a four season sometime in the near future has caused me to put these things off for a bit. How well insulated are four season fifth wheels? I love the brochures telling me they are great for subzero temperatures and summer heat but what can I realistically expect from these? We plan on eventually going to the southwest and exploring in the winter months and then returning to Washington state in the spring, summer and fall. In the spring and fall we do get cold temperatures below freezing. Also, if anyone has advice on the quality between the two that would be great. We want a fifth wheel that will last us for a very long time with few issues. So far we have had two fifth wheels (Keystone and Coachmen) and have had minor issues with both. I know there are always little bugs to work out of a new fifth wheel and we are ready for that. I just don't want something that will be in the shop more than I get to use it. My must have requirements for the fifth wheel are: Under 40', king bed, w/d hookup, 12 cubic fridge, bypass on the outside control so I no longer have to crawl into the storage compartment to winterize and the husband likes having an island. Anything else would be frosting on the cake. If you know of other options in my price range please let me know because I am currently researching everything I can. Thanks so much!7.5KViews0likes21CommentsRe: Will any th haul a wrangler?
We are currently working on a deal for a Voltage 3818. We have been told that it will handle the weight of our 2014 Jeep Unlimited Rubicon (5000 pound, four door). Not sure I believe them. We have found that the ramp will tolerate 3000 pounds and have been told due to the space between the tires there would only be one Jeep axle on the ramp at a time in essence 1/2 the weight or 2500 pounds. They are assuring us that the interior garage (18 feet) can handle the weight of the Jeep. We know it will handle the length, height and width but I an concerned about the weight. We are going to insist on a test drive with the Jeep loaded in the back of the TH. I will post what our outcome is. Should be an interesting experience.508Views0likes0Comments
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