Who is pulling a fifth wheel toy hauler ?
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Who is pulling a fifth wheel toy hauler ?
This is my plan : new diesel pick-up this year, then the toy hauler sometime after I retire in a year or so. I’m thinking a double axel toy hauler 38’ ish because I want it to fit most places. I’m seriously considering a dually rear wheel truck for a better ride and safety while touring the country.
Can anyone weigh in with their experience in traveling in this manner?
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Can anyone weigh in with their experience in traveling in this manner?
mods if this isn’t the right place to post, feel free to move.
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https://www.thormotorcoach.com/outlaw-class-a/
Are you dead set on a 5th wheel? My folks have been traveling the country with a Thor Outlaw motorhome hauling their HD trike and towing a Jeep. They love the layout and its ease to get in almost any place including my driveway. I believe the cost will be about the same as buying a dually and 5th wheel.
Are you dead set on a 5th wheel? My folks have been traveling the country with a Thor Outlaw motorhome hauling their HD trike and towing a Jeep. They love the layout and its ease to get in almost any place including my driveway. I believe the cost will be about the same as buying a dually and 5th wheel.
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https://www.thormotorcoach.com/outlaw-class-a/
Are you dead set on a 5th wheel? My folks have been traveling the country with a Thor Outlaw motorhome hauling their HD trike and towing a Jeep. They love the layout and its ease to get in almost any place including my driveway. I believe the cost will be about the same as buying a dually and 5th wheel.
Are you dead set on a 5th wheel? My folks have been traveling the country with a Thor Outlaw motorhome hauling their HD trike and towing a Jeep. They love the layout and its ease to get in almost any place including my driveway. I believe the cost will be about the same as buying a dually and 5th wheel.
oh, i can give you better info if you could give a few toyhaulers your looking at with weights. im assuming at 38ft youd be around 17k gvw for the hauler.
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So, you are looking at a 1 ton dually and a 38 ft trailer. Your total cost, over a couple of years is going to be a minimum of $120,000, reaching toward $180,000, depending upon how you equip each part of the unit. Having been through the toyhauler thing, I can offer this: 1. stay around 32 feet. It doesn't seem like much difference, but in tight spaces and heavy traffic, 6 feet can be a world of difference. 2. If you plan to spend a lot of time, in the trailer, equip it with everything you want or need. And don't forget to ensure you have lots of storage. 3. Slides make a huge difference in living space, (they also add to cost and weight). At least have a slide in the main living area. 4. Outdoor entertainment/kitchens are very useful, as is the "patio" options for the rear ramp. They increase usable space, when parked, without increasing size. 5. probably most important, shop, shop, shop. There are huge mark-ups in RV's do searches for dealers in neighboring states. Find a unit you are really interested in, then enter the brand and model in your search. You may find as much as $20,000 difference in price, for the same unit.
Another thought. For the same $120,000, you can buy a nice 30, (or so) feet Class C, pull you bike on a trailer and still have enough left over to buy a nice small pickup, if you need one.
Another thought. For the same $120,000, you can buy a nice 30, (or so) feet Class C, pull you bike on a trailer and still have enough left over to buy a nice small pickup, if you need one.
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Love my 5th wheel toy hauler. Love being able to disconnect and have a vehicle to cruise around in. Mine is 33 feet long and has room for me, my wife and 3 kids along with 2 grandkids. Disadvantages...gas milage is horrible. I get close to 7 mpg if I keep it under 70 MPH. I'm hoping to take the rig to Sturgis next year. But that's going to be a very expensive trip.
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Love my 5th wheel toy hauler. Love being able to disconnect and have a vehicle to cruise around in. Mine is 33 feet long and has room for me, my wife and 3 kids along with 2 grandkids. Disadvantages...gas milage is horrible. I get close to 7 mpg if I keep it under 70 MPH. I'm hoping to take the rig to Sturgis next year. But that's going to be a very expensive trip.
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More information from me : I’m not in a big hurry for the toy hauler, I may be retired in a year but my wife wants to work longer . I need a new truck now as my current 3/4 ton diesel is a 2004 and it’s time for a new one. I need a truck to pull my boat and snowmobile trailer. * I have a chev, I want a Cummins.
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More information from me : I’m not in a big hurry for the toy hauler, I may be retired in a year but my wife wants to work longer . I need a new truck now as my current 3/4 ton diesel is a 2004 and it’s time for a new one. I need a truck to pull my boat and snowmobile trailer. * I have a chev, I want a Cummins.
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