We are Dennis & Lupe and Kizer our dog, We aren't fulltimer yet, but just doing the research. So much to learn and ask not sure where to start.
Right now our plans is to buy a 5th wheel and new truck. Now that sounds so easy todo but as we are finding out and you guys already know making the correct selection can be over-whelmimg.
So, just wanted to say HI, and OMG we need your help and expertice so I think we'll be posting lots and lots of Topics :)
Dennis / Lupe
Ivey said
10:43 AM Aug 4, 2011
welcome to the forum and feel free to post your questions. There is lots of information here for you and everyone is most willing to share what they know.
Vicky
53 Merc said
11:37 AM Aug 4, 2011
What you want to avoid is the thought process that "when we buy our RV and Truck, it will be perfect for us and the way we want to travel". Ain't gonna happen. After purchasing the "perfect rig" you will begin to see/find something that you could have done differently/better/worse or who knows. Most people find they go through at least 3 iterations before settling on the rig that best suits "them". Don't despair, it is all fun, especially the research and dreaming.
If and when you visit a dealership, make it plain to the salesman that you are going to take your time and then do so. Plan to spend at least an hour sitting in the choice of the day and envision different events. Cooking, TV, bedtime, dinner, etc. Then envision all your "stuff" inside the living area, in the drawers, and in the storage bays.
Good luck as you venture out on the dream.
Bill Adams said
01:47 PM Aug 4, 2011
To add even more to that thought, with both of you (all of you) in the coach try to go through your morning routine together. What about dinner, ****tails (drinks, in case the naughty word editor confused you) outside with TV? Inside with friends? Is there storage where you think your large personal items that you bring into the coach will go? Where will you be when you are on the computer? What will your spouse do during this time? Can you both watch TV comfortably with that floor plan? What if you can't put out one of the slides? Will their be pets? How's that going to work? It may sound a bit repetitive but it's important. Since you have never done it you might not know what to do but you can get a pretty good idea whether you will be in each others way or disturb each other if you are trying to do 2 different things together.
-- Edited by Bill Adams on Thursday 4th of August 2011 01:48:24 PM
Terry and Jo said
06:28 PM Aug 4, 2011
Welcome to the RV Dreams forums. You are already getting good advice from the others, so I'll add one little dimension for you.
Pick out your RV before picking out your tow vehicle. You certainly want the truck to be able to handle (pulling on flat roads and mountain passes and stopping) the trailer with some ease. Even experienced folks have felt that "X" brand/size truck would surely be big enough, only to find out later that it wouldn't stop the combination safely. Pay close attention to the GVWR (Gross Vehicular Weight Rating) of both the tow vehicle and the trailer PLUS the GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) of the truck for handling all that weight.
As mentioned, ask away. There are no dumb questions. Also, with the heat going on lately, consider where you will be RV'ing and seriously consider sufficient air conditioning for the size of RV.
Terry
RVKevi said
06:51 PM Aug 4, 2011
Welcome!
NorCal Dan said
06:40 PM Aug 5, 2011
Welcome to the forum Dennis & Lupe. Lots of friendly and knowledgeable folks here so ask your questions and we will try to help. There are no stupid questions, so don't worry, we all have to start somewhere.
heyduke said
09:06 AM Aug 6, 2011
looking forward to watching your journey to fulltimedom...
We are Dennis & Lupe and Kizer our dog, We aren't fulltimer yet, but just doing the research. So much to learn and ask not sure where to start.
Right now our plans is to buy a 5th wheel and new truck. Now that sounds so easy todo but as we are finding out and you guys already know making the correct selection can be over-whelmimg.
So, just wanted to say HI, and OMG we need your help and expertice so I think we'll be posting lots and lots of Topics :)
Dennis / Lupe
Vicky
If and when you visit a dealership, make it plain to the salesman that you are going to take your time and then do so. Plan to spend at least an hour sitting in the choice of the day and envision different events. Cooking, TV, bedtime, dinner, etc. Then envision all your "stuff" inside the living area, in the drawers, and in the storage bays.
Good luck as you venture out on the dream.
To add even more to that thought, with both of you (all of you) in the coach try to go through your morning routine together. What about dinner, ****tails (drinks, in case the naughty word editor confused you) outside with TV? Inside with friends? Is there storage where you think your large personal items that you bring into the coach will go? Where will you be when you are on the computer? What will your spouse do during this time? Can you both watch TV comfortably with that floor plan? What if you can't put out one of the slides? Will their be pets? How's that going to work?
It may sound a bit repetitive but it's important. Since you have never done it you might not know what to do but you can get a pretty good idea whether you will be in each others way or disturb each other if you are trying to do 2 different things together.
-- Edited by Bill Adams on Thursday 4th of August 2011 01:48:24 PM
Welcome to the RV Dreams forums. You are already getting good advice from the others, so I'll add one little dimension for you.
Pick out your RV before picking out your tow vehicle. You certainly want the truck to be able to handle (pulling on flat roads and mountain passes and stopping) the trailer with some ease. Even experienced folks have felt that "X" brand/size truck would surely be big enough, only to find out later that it wouldn't stop the combination safely. Pay close attention to the GVWR (Gross Vehicular Weight Rating) of both the tow vehicle and the trailer PLUS the GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) of the truck for handling all that weight.
As mentioned, ask away. There are no dumb questions. Also, with the heat going on lately, consider where you will be RV'ing and seriously consider sufficient air conditioning for the size of RV.
Terry