dpsmith
RVF Newbee
- Joined
- Nov 13, 2021
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Hi there! I'm an odd newbie in that I have no RV experience. At all. I found myself considering and becoming obsessed with fifth wheelers as an affordable alternative for full-time living in one location (to be near my grandson). I just found this forum and have a lot to explore and learn. I've already learned about "four season" RVs thanks to you brilliant folk.
But here's my first question: Is there a downside to a fifth wheeler staying in one location versus being driven? I understand there would be a need for significant upkeep when being driven but I'm not sure what is different about a fifth wheeler from any other trailer/manufactured home when it comes to normal home maintenance issues. Are there differences? If I'm staying in one location I would likely having tires removed and/or skirting installed (I grew up in a mobile/manufactured home so I understand those plumbing issues during cold weather.
Speaking of maintenance, when living in one of these full-time, are there people who come to your location to service the RVs? Would local RV sales locations be the way to find such people?
So I now know to search for four season, full-time fifth wheel camper options, and I'll also be looking for ones that are more conducive to making changes. For example, I have no need for bunk beds and I see a lot have those, but I do need a very small workspace area.
All thoughts and suggestions are welcome. Nice to "meet" you!
But here's my first question: Is there a downside to a fifth wheeler staying in one location versus being driven? I understand there would be a need for significant upkeep when being driven but I'm not sure what is different about a fifth wheeler from any other trailer/manufactured home when it comes to normal home maintenance issues. Are there differences? If I'm staying in one location I would likely having tires removed and/or skirting installed (I grew up in a mobile/manufactured home so I understand those plumbing issues during cold weather.
Speaking of maintenance, when living in one of these full-time, are there people who come to your location to service the RVs? Would local RV sales locations be the way to find such people?
So I now know to search for four season, full-time fifth wheel camper options, and I'll also be looking for ones that are more conducive to making changes. For example, I have no need for bunk beds and I see a lot have those, but I do need a very small workspace area.
All thoughts and suggestions are welcome. Nice to "meet" you!