The wife and I are just beginning our journey of full timing it. I was curious if anyone had any thoughts/experiences with RV clubs. We will be mostly staying at places on a weekly or monthly basis as well as some boondocking. I am especially curious...
Just purchased a small 5th wheel (263 model, 28 feet overall) and will probably be towing it with a short bed truck. I have done some reading that I will need a special hitch to accommodate clearance of the trailer. Opinions? Suggestions on hitches? ...
The wife and I are about to purchase our first camper. Most likely a 5th wheel. A friend mentioned, since we will be towing in the mountains some, to stay small for weight and maneuverability. Considering the steep grades is a 3/4 ton necessary even ...
My wife and I are about to purchase a travel trailer and start our new adventure. I was curious if anyone had any recommendations or advice for a newbie. This will be a full time thing for us. How do you pick campsites/parks for certain areas? I’m mo...
Grit dog wrote:And based on the OPs other threads combined with not owning a truck to pull the new camper yet, a HD gasser doesn’t really cost more than a comparable 1/2 ton gasser. Get a HD.To update, bought a truck. 1/2 ton. Rated to tow 2,000lbs m...
Dave H M wrote::h I think we ought to describe what "mountain towing" is.Like what type of grades and what duration. Always, seldom?Probably around 3 months each year we will spend in NC,VA,TN mountains. We have purchased the 5er. Dry weight is 671...
Ok to specify a bit better. Yes, 6800-7500 would be dry weight. Looking in the 26-30tt range. Also, I have plenty of towing experience. And I’m aware of payload and towing capacity. However, I have no experience towing in any environment with major h...
