Anyone RV?

[DanC78]

Thinking of getting a little pull behind camper to take family for long weekend excursions in north Georgia.

Anyone have campers, any advice?

 

[goldmom]

Jam has a big ole RV.

 

[Gonolz]

Jam has a big ole RV.

Pic?

 

[BelemNole]

Have a pop-up. We use it a couple of times a year. Bought it when we had kids and wife didn't want to sleep on the ground anymore.

 

[Hayduke GW]

Thinking of getting a little pull behind camper to take family for long weekend excursions in north Georgia.

Anyone have campers, any advice?

What are you pulling it with?

R-Pods are great for small pickups or SUVs, slightly more expensive than similarly sized boxier trailers but cooler looking and pretty well built.

 

[DanC78]

I have a 4 Runner, so nothing to crazy.

Debating on the pull behind travel trailer or pop up.

 

[BelemNole]

Here's the best advice you can get...buy used.

 

[F4Gary]

Get the travel trailer.

 

[DanC78]

Definitely going used.

I’m thinking travel trailer as well. Only reason I’d consider a pop up is if we decide to store at the house...which isn’t likely.

 

[BelemNole]

All about weight for what you're towing with. Make sure you're taking into account the fully loaded weight.

 

[DanC78]

All about weight for what you're towing with. Make sure you're taking into account the fully loaded weight.

I’ll have to do the research. But if weight isn’t the issue...travel trailer is the way to go, right?

 

[BelemNole]

Uh, they are easier if weight and storage aren't concerns.

 

[maddog69]

Here's mine.

 

[Phinhead]

I am a campaholic.

I use RV rarely, Big Agnes Flying Diamond 8 Tent often with the fam (Queen Bed will fit and bulletproof. Used as Everest dining halls), and I use an REI Halfdome tent off the motorcycle.

North Ga? Try Blackrock mountain lot 16. It's first come first serve as sites go. The only problem with RVs is mountain camping. Many roads on good mountains will only work with short RVs.

 

[Phinhead]

Pics added edit

 

[DanC78]

Pics added edit

That’s to much roughing it for me at this point. Have a 3 year old and 1 year old.

Good point on the mountains and getting RV up there. I’m going to have to make sure I fully understand the weight requirements and what my 4Runner can pull.

 

[F4Gary]

What year is your 4 Runner?

 

[DanC78]

What year is your 4 Runner?

2015. It’s not 4x4 but has the larger V6 engine with tow package. Not sure the specs at his point though.

 

[Phinhead]

I did Mount Nebo in Arkansas last spring (never do tornado alley in spring fyi), and you had to have less than 20' to visit the park? I can't recall.

It isn't the load so much as it the length. You simply can't make the turns on the roads. The switchbacks on some of the best mountains are too much for long RVs.

 

[Phinhead]

Also, my parents have a 24' ultra light and it is a nightmare to pull with my 2013 Xterra, Pro 4X, with a towing package.

 

[F4Gary]

2015. It’s not 4x4 but has the larger V6 engine with tow package. Not sure the specs at his point though.

Found this:
http://trailertraveler.net/toyota-4-runner-towing-capacity/

Looks like 4900-5000 lbs.

 

[Phinhead]

Found this:
http://trailertraveler.net/toyota-4-runner-towing-capacity/

Looks like 4900-5000 lbs.

My Xterra has that rating and means nothing. Short wheel base, stiff off road suspension, and close mirrors makes towing an RV anything but fun. You need an f-150 or equivalent to comfortable tow a moderate RV long distances, especially the interstate.

I would think the small A Frames would be fine.


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[Fijimn]

Make sure you dump your chemical toilet in the sewer when its full.

 

[funksouljon]

I do.

Advice / thoughts

• buy used or hunt for a smoking deal on last year models
• always have more truck than camper, esp if you want to go to the mountains
• Don't forget about the hundreds of lbs in the truck and the gear you load into the camper when you do you math on how "big" of a camper
• Longer camper needs heavier truck. Large sides act like a sail in crosswinds
• consider kids sleeping arrangements changing over the next couple of years. We started with a popup, then the 2 kids made it a PITA. Cold nights and they grew, space became REAL tight in a popup with 2 adults, 2 dogs, 2 kids. Loved the popup but we went larger for comfort
• Many places have restrictions on length, consider that before you buy if you have favorite places to go
• try n guess what kind of camping you want. Off grid, always have connections (electrical/water) and get a camper that supports that. If camping with no connections, consider how you will power your trips. Genie, solar, batteries, connections. That might drive some features on the camper
• How far north and season do you think you will do? Cold weather (and really hot) can be miserable in a softside. Esp cold weather with little kids.
• Really consider if you want a camper with a toilet or are willing to do get a moveable loo (some do, some don't have them). Many popups have a shower curtain as privacy, it doesn't really offer any and its not very pleasant for anyone else in the camper. They take up a lot of space if space is limited. Two years in my popup, we never used the crapper, always had vault toilets or other options.

My folks love Vogel State Park.

 

[BelemNole]

Meh, we tow our large pop-up with our FJ with no issues and we have resr mountains out here. There thing has 3 slide outs and can sleep 7 or so. King bed on one side, queen on the other and the slide out is a little smaller. Heater has kept us warm below freezing so long as you bring sleeping bags or blankets.

 

[Nole Daddy]

I do not have one but have a plan for it in the future. Right now I have a boat and love it, but when my oldest goes off to college the plan is to get a Class C RV.

 

[Phinhead]

Meh, we tow our large pop-up with our FJ with no issues and we have resr mountains out here. There thing has 3 slide outs and can sleep 7 or so. King bed on one side, queen on the other and the slide out is a little smaller. Heater has kept us warm below freezing so long as you bring sleeping bags or blankets.

A pop up isn't the same, much easier towed than a high sided "ultra light".

 

[NoleInNC]

We've got a 36ft class A. Love it.

 

[F4Gary]

2015. It’s not 4x4 but has the larger V6 engine with tow package. Not sure the specs at his point though.

You might think about trading it in for a used 1/2 ton crew cab pickup.

 

[F4Gary]

We've got a 36ft class A. Love it.

I love our 33' Class A.

 

[Dr. Nole]

Make sure you dump your chemical toilet in the sewer when its full.

 

[Phinhead]

I do.

Advice / thoughts

• buy used or hunt for a smoking deal on last year models
• always have more truck than camper, esp if you want to go to the mountains
• Don't forget about the hundreds of lbs in the truck and the gear you load into the camper when you do you math on how "big" of a camper
• Longer camper needs heavier truck. Large sides act like a sail in crosswinds
• consider kids sleeping arrangements changing over the next couple of years. We started with a popup, then the 2 kids made it a PITA. Cold nights and they grew, space became REAL tight in a popup with 2 adults, 2 dogs, 2 kids. Loved the popup but we went larger for comfort
• Many places have restrictions on length, consider that before you buy if you have favorite places to go
• try n guess what kind of camping you want. Off grid, always have connections (electrical/water) and get a camper that supports that. If camping with no connections, consider how you will power your trips. Genie, solar, batteries, connections. That might drive some features on the camper
• How far north and season do you think you will do? Cold weather (and really hot) can be miserable in a softside. Esp cold weather with little kids.
• Really consider if you want a camper with a toilet or are willing to do get a moveable loo (some do, some don't have them). Many popups have a shower curtain as privacy, it doesn't really offer any and its not very pleasant for anyone else in the camper. They take up a lot of space if space is limited. Two years in my popup, we never used the crapper, always had vault toilets or other options.

My folks love Vogel State Park.

Nice comments, except for Vogel.. Too small and cramped for me.

I do love Wolf Pen Gap that comes our right beside it though. Vroom Vroom!!



https://www.google.com/maps/place/W...ved=0ahUKEwigvvam4YLZAhWP6lMKHQaYCpEQ8gEIJTAA

 

[Formerly Rockymtnole]

I've always put campers in a category with boats and cabins. Unless you make it a priority and a lifestyle, it's one of those things that you have but rarely seem to find the time to use.

 

[F4Gary]

We've put 16,000 miles on our motorhome since we bought it (used) 3 years ago. Did a 2 1/2 month trip in it last May/June/July.

 

[Nole Daddy]

I've always put campers in a category with boats and cabins. Unless you make it a priority and a lifestyle, it's one of those things that you have but rarely seem to find the time to use.

As a boat owner I can agree with this. We use our boat all the time and is part of our life. It would make no sense to have something like that and not use it.

 

[funksouljon]

Nice comments, except for Vogel.. Too small and cramped for me.

I do love Wolf Pen Gap that comes our right beside it though. Vroom Vroom!!



https://www.google.com/maps/place/W...ved=0ahUKEwigvvam4YLZAhWP6lMKHQaYCpEQ8gEIJTAA

Yeah, I've never been there. They like it, but we camp very differently. I do miss Wolf Pen Gap. And 19. And Warwoman Rd. And 28. and and and.

 

[Formerly Rockymtnole]

We've put 16,000 miles on our motorhome since we bought it (used) 3 years ago. Did a 2 1/2 month trip in it last May/June/July.

You're retired, though, right?

 

[Phinhead]

I've always put campers in a category with boats and cabins. Unless you make it a priority and a lifestyle, it's one of those things that you have but rarely seem to find the time to use.

I am a school teacher that's and hour from the Gulf Coast beaches. Having a cheap $4k pull behind is a no brainer. I can stay for two weeks at a state park, on the water, for $25 a night, run the AC nonstop, and have hot showers.

I prefer my tents though.

 

[seminole97]

You're retired, though, right?

He’s actually a fugitive.

 

[DanC78]

So this is a bit of a jump...but what are your thoughts on this bad boy?

Can I get 15-20-30 year financing on a Class A RV?

https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2006-Itasca-ELLIPSE+40KD-5001479084/?zmc=paa-active-listing