Motorhome vs 5th wheel - Should You Buy A Fifth Wheel?
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- Опубліковано 30 жов 2019
- If you are trying to decide about buying a motorhome VS fifth wheel, what are the pros and cons? Which one will fit your RV lifestyle best? Which one will be best for your RV travels? A certified RV inspector explains the advantages and disadvantages of both motorhomes and 5th wheels!
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We have owned both and they both have their advantages.
The advantage to a motor home is the travel experience. It really is great when you have kids with you.
The biggest disadvantages to a motor homes for us was:
1. Less room than a 5th wheel.
2. Cost us much more than a 5th wheel.
3. That if you aren’t driving it a lot you will have very expensive mechanical repairs just because it sat unused.
We are retired now and travel in our 2018 Ram 2500 diesel and a 2019 34’ Grand Design Reflection 28bh. We have about $110k in it with upgrades to include inverter generator, solar, lithium batteries and several towing upgrades on the truck. She’s all paid for and ready to hit the road when this China virus burns out.
Thanks for sharing your experience with us HT. It sounds like you have a great rig for RV travels now.
The virus has long since burned out in China- maybe you could take your RV there and not have to worry.
Another consideration, in favour of a 'fiver', is that if you are planning on staying in a location for a month or so, you have the use of the tow vehicle to get around in. This is particularly useful if you're camped out in the 'boonies' for longer than the grocery capacity of your fridge.
Good point Wayne. I feel that 5th wheels are especially good RVs for boondocking. A couple reasons for this is they often have large tank capacities and a good amount of roof space for solar panels.
New to channel. Good information thanks for sharing.
Izzy
Thanks so much Izzy. I appreciate the positive feedback.
Hey Izzy like your channel too
Excellent video. You answered, in a few concise statements, many of my long-standing questions about fifth-wheel trailers!
So glad it was helpful. And thanks for leaving such a nice comment too!
Great video. I like the separation of facts
Glad to hear it John! I hope it was helpful. :-)
I’ve been RVing 4 years and want to purchase a A in a couple of years. Your info is awesome
That's great Doug. I'm glad it was helpful!
Good info
Thanks Rick.
I considered a fifth wheel toy hauler for months until I found a gas motor home toy hauler. If you stick with a gas motor home vs diesel, the cost is comparable to buying a fifth wheel and a truck.
Good point Jen. Thanks for sharing your experience here!
You counted the cost of a truck in the cost. What you didn’t mention factoring in is that many of us already own a truck. I have owned three motor homes, one camper, and now a fifth wheel. I have always owned a truck. Because I already have a truck I have to maintain the truck. When I owned a motor home, I had 2 engines to maintain. That is not to say I don’t love motor homes. I am going to be selling my fifth wheel and am considering whether to buy a motor home for our upcoming trip around the US after I retire in a couple of years. The getting up and using the restroom for my wife or just sitting on the couch if she gets uncomfortable in the front seat (she has arthritis in her hips) is a huge consideration. (I also like that she can make lunch while we travel down the road.)
All good points that you shared in this comment Steve. Your wife is going to love having the bathroom go with her as you travel. Cheri sure does!
Don’t forget, if you have a motor home and you need to go to the grocery store, you either need to pick everything up and drive to the store or have another vehicle.
Good point Sandra. Thanks for contributing!
Great video. Very well organized and delivered. Thank you!
Thanks for the kind words Kari. I'm glad the video was helpful for you.
Fifth wheel definitely not safer in windy conditions
That's interesting Joe. Do you feel that's the case because of the larger profile going down the road? Please let us know why you feel that 5th wheels are not as safe as TTs in windy conditions.
@@RVInspectionAndCare maybe not versus a travel trailer but versus a
30000 pound motorhome
OK, gotcha. Thanks for responding.
For those that can't afford a Class A & find Class B's & C's too small, heavier 5th wheels are the best choice for dealing with wind.
When the winds get past 30-40mph it's time for _any_ RV to pull over...