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04-14-2017, 07:03 AM
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Tow Vehicle Storage
we're new at this but have done a lot of looking and research on TT vs. 5th wheel vs. Class A and concluded that a 5th wheel looks like it would fit us best. In the 'nothing's ever easy' category we learned that our HOA doesn't allow pickup trucks of any kind.
Our 2nd choice is a Class A but then I got to thinking about storing the tow vehicle as well as the trailer. More cost I know but not enough to play in our decision so my question is, what issues other than storage cost are there with storing the truck?
Thanks.
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04-14-2017, 07:16 AM
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There really aren't any issues storing the truck that, if you went with a Class A wouldn't be similar. You need to start and drive it occasionally up to operating temperature and 'rotate' the tires to road heat as some brands will flat spot.
I'm surprised that a HOA prohibits pickup these days as they are the nation's best sellers. I would discuss that with the HOA committee as it just may be something that dates from years past. Pickups can be as luxurious as a BMW, and IMO, look as nice and a lot more useful  .
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04-14-2017, 07:23 AM
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I thought my HOA was strict. I get not allowing commercial vehicles or rotted out vehicles, but pick ups should be allowed. If your HOA is that strict, I would anticipate grief from them for parking any RV overnight as most allow for trip prep.
As far as storing, I rent covered storage that is large enough to accommodate both truck and trailer. Many leave the tow vehicles connected to the trailer in storage
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04-14-2017, 07:26 AM
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Sounds to me like it's one of those convoluted logics where they mandate no vehicles parked outside...garage door heights no higher than 7 foot...some pickups can't fit through 7 foot doors...no pickups allowed...[emoji43]
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04-14-2017, 08:09 PM
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Sorry in my opinion time to move!!!
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04-15-2017, 06:01 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rhagfo
Sorry in my opinion time to move!!!
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The OP lives in Florida - and a strict HOA in many areas there is normal and is the main reason we don't have a home there.
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04-15-2017, 06:14 AM
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Even if he could convince them it was his daily driver, some people don't want to daily drive a 1 ton (esp. if its a dually).
In this case I wouldn't bother buying a new $70k pickup just to have to pay to park it for 10/months a year - I'd go Class A and just park and maintain one item. use your daily driver now as a toad.
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04-15-2017, 02:18 PM
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Welcome to the forum.
Perhaps the HOA is not so relevant.
In regards to storing any vehicle you'd do well to do you're annual maint. prior to storage (oil / fluid changes etc.). Use an approved fuel stabilizer gas/diesel in a full tank. Install a smart rather inexpensive battery "tender" to keep the battery(s) from decaying.
Should be good, Enjoy.
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