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Old 09-10-2016, 06:47 PM   #11
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Full size or Class C be sure rear wheels are close to rear end of MH. Longer wheel base units tow better and less distance to reinforce for hitch.
With enclosed trailer a single sway control at hitch really helps stabilize. Some guys use two if trailer over 26 ft long.
Many pro and con of fifth wheel with sleeping quarters and Dualie so you can use during week but I always loved the MH approach.
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Old 09-14-2016, 01:41 PM   #12
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Bought my first one around 1989 and haven't looked back .Start off if you can with a inexpensive gas coach to see if you like it and what options are important to you and you're family .For yourself , wife and kids to be happy you'll have to start with a class A that's at least 34' .Good luck ............
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Old 09-15-2016, 02:48 AM   #13
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I may be crazy but I am in the process of trading my 31ft gas Fleetwood Class C for a 34ft Class A gas Thor Motor Coach. The Class C towed ok but the shorter wheelbase along with towing a 24ft Featherlite enclosed trailer was wearing me out on longer tows. The trailer tows fine but if there is any wind at all it requires your constant undivided attention. I'm hoping the heavier coach with a couple of feet longer wheelbase and the additional interior room with be worth the trade. Jim


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Old 09-15-2016, 04:52 AM   #14
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Jim, you may have to resort to a DP to get the desired results. Any new gas MH and you're still looking at the Ford Chassis. Nothing wrong with them at all but once you get to pulling an enclosed trailer with car, golf cart, etc you just about have a tail wagging the dog situation. Would recommend you get on the irv2.com forum to see what some Class C folks did to make theirs more stable.
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Old 09-29-2016, 10:53 AM   #15
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Resisted the MH route for many years, after driving a couple class C setups was convinced it wasn't for me. Had a goose neck LQ worked out OK but cramped. Bought a low mileage class A DP, tows great 10+ MPG much more room and comfort. No regrets here.
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Old 09-29-2016, 05:25 PM   #16
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currently on motorhome #4, and still think it is best for my family. Our kids were babies when we got our 1st MH, 1986 or so. started with a 22' class c towing open trailer, then in 89 bought a new 24' class c, towed open then an enclosed, put over 100,000 on that one, then around 2001 bought a 32' class a gas V10, put 60,000 or better on that including an 8600 mile cross country racing family trip. current one is an 05' Diesel pusher 36', have put 50,000 or so on it. Kids are all grown up now and having kids of their own. Our family of 5 spent tons of time in our motorhomes. We have used it for vacations and getaways every year also. If you put your race car together you can probably fix most things on a motorhome. They are high maintenance units, get a good one, do your homework, and your family will be better for it.
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Old 09-29-2016, 05:55 PM   #17
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Do your homework. Decide what you want and what you can afford. Then,
BUY YOUR 3rd MOTORHOME 1st !!! (will save you thousands in the long run)
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Old 09-29-2016, 11:23 PM   #18
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So my question to all the Class A owners. do you prefer the 5.9 Diesel pusher or the bigger engine 8.9? diesel pusher. I have a 24 ft. Pace trailer.

Thanks for your input
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So my question to all the Class A owners. do you prefer the 5.9 Diesel pusher or the bigger engine 8.9? diesel pusher. I have a 24 ft. Pace trailer.

Thanks for your input
Mine has the 5.9, pulls a 28 footer no problem and averages about 10 MPG. I'm sure the bigger motors can pull much more but I'd think you'll sacrifice fuel mileage.
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Old 01-31-2017, 01:12 AM   #20
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As much as I enjoy my Motor home there are days I hate it,and mostly it's not its fault!
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