DelActivisto
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Hi! New here. Looks like a good site, so I thought I would give it a shot.
Short story: Never had a camper before, always done tent camping, moving from Missouri to Oregon, hoping to spend less than 25-30k and possibly live in it full time for several years.
Well, that is a tall order, possibly, but that's never held me back before. I feel like we are really leaning towards a very well built A or C class motorhome - B classes are just too small. We are starting from scratch, me and my Mom, and so could potentially do a truck and 5th wheel, as well. (I just got done remodeling an investment property, and when it sells we'll go ahead and move, where I'll be finishing my bachelors in biology near Portland.) We like the 5th wheels, because trucks tend to be easier to maintain than houses with engines (assumption), but you have to park the trailers and you can't make "60-MPH-sandwiches, which is an obvious drawback.
We like motorhomes, because they are self contained and you can attach a toad (in our case, probably a Prius) and cruise towns and fit into very tiny, secluded campgrounds in a pinch. You also get an engine and lots of interior space in a MH, especially A class, compared to a T&5W. Any thoughts or opinions on the MH vs 5th wheels debate are appreciated, or point out some threads where the probably heated debates have already occured.
Also considered remodeling a bus, but time is an issue what with moving, working, and doing college at all the same time. I could take the same amount of money and time and build a cabin, so I probably won't do that.
Also considered building a 5th wheels, because I am insane, and love a good project, but again, same problem. I just really dislike the idea of these huge, expensive trailers and MHs wearing out after about 10 years, and really think they could be better built - think Tiny Houses on motors or trailers.
We are really thinking hard about Airstream motorhomes, the old ones, on the Freightliner chassis. Any pros and cons from Airstream MH owners would be great - also how much you paid and what your insurance, maintenance and repair costs have been!
Again, I need something that will last and that doesn't require much maintenance. I will probably do most maintenance myself, as I am reasonably handy and can easily handle oil changes and air filters. Brakes and mechanical things are a little beyond me, but I expect most things on the coach itself I can repair myself - like I said, just finished remodeling an investment property from top to bottom, so not afraid of complex projects.
Thanks for any advice, I know that is a lot to ask in one post. Feel free to ask any questions, address whatever points you want, my name is Ted, pleased to meet you!
Short story: Never had a camper before, always done tent camping, moving from Missouri to Oregon, hoping to spend less than 25-30k and possibly live in it full time for several years.
Well, that is a tall order, possibly, but that's never held me back before. I feel like we are really leaning towards a very well built A or C class motorhome - B classes are just too small. We are starting from scratch, me and my Mom, and so could potentially do a truck and 5th wheel, as well. (I just got done remodeling an investment property, and when it sells we'll go ahead and move, where I'll be finishing my bachelors in biology near Portland.) We like the 5th wheels, because trucks tend to be easier to maintain than houses with engines (assumption), but you have to park the trailers and you can't make "60-MPH-sandwiches, which is an obvious drawback.
We like motorhomes, because they are self contained and you can attach a toad (in our case, probably a Prius) and cruise towns and fit into very tiny, secluded campgrounds in a pinch. You also get an engine and lots of interior space in a MH, especially A class, compared to a T&5W. Any thoughts or opinions on the MH vs 5th wheels debate are appreciated, or point out some threads where the probably heated debates have already occured.
Also considered remodeling a bus, but time is an issue what with moving, working, and doing college at all the same time. I could take the same amount of money and time and build a cabin, so I probably won't do that.
Also considered building a 5th wheels, because I am insane, and love a good project, but again, same problem. I just really dislike the idea of these huge, expensive trailers and MHs wearing out after about 10 years, and really think they could be better built - think Tiny Houses on motors or trailers.
We are really thinking hard about Airstream motorhomes, the old ones, on the Freightliner chassis. Any pros and cons from Airstream MH owners would be great - also how much you paid and what your insurance, maintenance and repair costs have been!
Again, I need something that will last and that doesn't require much maintenance. I will probably do most maintenance myself, as I am reasonably handy and can easily handle oil changes and air filters. Brakes and mechanical things are a little beyond me, but I expect most things on the coach itself I can repair myself - like I said, just finished remodeling an investment property from top to bottom, so not afraid of complex projects.
Thanks for any advice, I know that is a lot to ask in one post. Feel free to ask any questions, address whatever points you want, my name is Ted, pleased to meet you!