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07-08-2016, 10:04 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2016
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Heyo from SoCal!
Hey guys,
I'm looking at either a GrandDesign 350M or an Airstream classic 30'... FYI I would have a high end hitch either Hensley or ProPride for the AS
So I wrote this up.. it's just going to be me and my dog full timing for the next 2 years.
Everyone says a 5th wheel is so much easier than a TT.. but who has actual experience of an AS w/ propride or hensley vs a 5th? Was there really that much of a difference?
Tow vehicle will either be a 2500 or a 3500 depending.
PROS 5th wheel
Lots of space
Ramp / patio
Room for an office in the garage
big kitchen and fridge
large TV
Large shower
Huge water tanks / grey / black
Cons
Large footprint
need a bigger vehicle (3500)
lower gas mileage
harder to setup by myself
PROS AS
Easier to setup by myself
Quality of the interior items
Inside feels more 'open' to the outside
travel more places and easier offroad capabilities
Cons
Small shower
Less storage inside
no ramp lol
less capacity on tanks (water / grey / black)
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07-08-2016, 10:32 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Woodland, CA
Posts: 160
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Hey Josh,
Just wanted to say welcome to the forum.  I am sure there is some one here who can help you, unfortunately I can not.
Hope you and your side kick find what will work best for you.
Safe travels!
Chance
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2016 Winnebago Vista 31ke, toad - 2011 FJ Cruiser 4x4
Mike, aka: Chance, CP: Irene
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07-08-2016, 10:38 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 7
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Chance31ke
Hey Josh,
Just wanted to say welcome to the forum. I am sure there is some one here who can help you, unfortunately I can not.
Hope you and your side kick find what will work best for you.
Safe travels!
Chance |
Thanks Chance!
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07-09-2016, 07:57 AM
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Senior Member/RVM #90
Monaco Owners Club
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Columbus, MS
Posts: 54,768
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Hi!  Welcome to IRV2! We're sure glad you joined the gang! 
Hope you find the perfect RV for your needs!
Good luck, happy trails, and God bless! 
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Sometimes I sits and thinks, sometimes I just sits.....
2002 Monaco Windsor 40PBT, 2013 Honda CRV AWD
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07-09-2016, 09:04 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: San Mateo, CA
Posts: 612
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I would think if you are full timing at full hookup sites tank capacity would be less of an issue versus dry camping. So consider where you plan to stay at night would be my suggestion. Also as long as you can fit in the shower where you can shut the door, not have to stoop, and have room to bend over and wash your calves and feet it is big enough I guess.
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07-09-2016, 08:48 PM
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Community Moderator
Newmar Owners Club
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Posts: 31,512
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Glad to have you here in the forum with us.
I hate small showers. If you're planning on full timing for a while space will become important to you. However you need to decide what's right for you.
Happy Trails!!!
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2016 London Aire 4519, Freightliner chassis, Cummins ISX, 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, Blue Ox Avail with AF1. TST 507 TPMS
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