Livin in a RV...
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daddyfriedrich
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Is that anything like living in a van, down by the river?
D-Zum
$10 Eggs are worth the death of the Woke MindVirus
I'm going to ask, "WHY?"
I'm asking this because I guess I want a little deeper understanding as to why you're considering this option.
It may not be too bad living in Florida. Have you considered where you're going to park it as a "Home Base". Are we looking at some sort of RV park that provides you utility service connections for water/sewer/electric?
A decent new 5th wheel RV is a VERY nice rig in the area of $50K, plus another $60Kish for your F350/3500 series tow vehicle with diesel. Both are items that will not hold any sort of value whatsoever and unlike a real house, you can only probably deduct the interest you pay on the RV.
Not saying that you'll buy new on either item, just using those numbers/thoughts as a basis for the discussion.
You pose a unique and interesting question...don't know the answer that works for you best..just offering some random "food for thought" type stuff.
I have a house, and I'm also a toy hauler (29 foot) owner after many years of towing and camping in the typical 6x14 Carmate utility box trailer. I decided I wanted a few more creature comforts after my 7th season with NESBA. I figured that many years was enough to consider myself committed to this hobby enough to justify the cost. I looked at the Fuzion's, etc...and opted for the slightly smaller Forest River XLR series travel trailer style. It's pretty nice, a little easier to store and manage on the road, sleeps 4 nicely enough, and at 24K brand new was a pretty good deal at the RV outlet right outside VIR.
I'm asking this because I guess I want a little deeper understanding as to why you're considering this option.
It may not be too bad living in Florida. Have you considered where you're going to park it as a "Home Base". Are we looking at some sort of RV park that provides you utility service connections for water/sewer/electric?
A decent new 5th wheel RV is a VERY nice rig in the area of $50K, plus another $60Kish for your F350/3500 series tow vehicle with diesel. Both are items that will not hold any sort of value whatsoever and unlike a real house, you can only probably deduct the interest you pay on the RV.
Not saying that you'll buy new on either item, just using those numbers/thoughts as a basis for the discussion.
You pose a unique and interesting question...don't know the answer that works for you best..just offering some random "food for thought" type stuff.
I have a house, and I'm also a toy hauler (29 foot) owner after many years of towing and camping in the typical 6x14 Carmate utility box trailer. I decided I wanted a few more creature comforts after my 7th season with NESBA. I figured that many years was enough to consider myself committed to this hobby enough to justify the cost. I looked at the Fuzion's, etc...and opted for the slightly smaller Forest River XLR series travel trailer style. It's pretty nice, a little easier to store and manage on the road, sleeps 4 nicely enough, and at 24K brand new was a pretty good deal at the RV outlet right outside VIR.
aowens2
Member
I will be back in ATL soon. I have a F-250 Diesel already. It shows to be capable of pulling 23,000lbs. My rig would be easy 15,000 or less. I figure its going to be a cheaper payment (used couple years old around $30k) and I am never home much anyways, always working, travel, trackdays, or out doing something. I would be set up in someones yard.
Sad thing is I own a house but don't want to live in it and its being rented. Can't sell the blasted thing.
Sad thing is I own a house but don't want to live in it and its being rented. Can't sell the blasted thing.
RV insulation usually sucks, so you'll use a lot of propane to heat it and electricity to cool it. You'll probably want to look for something with a winter package if you're going to live in it. And you'll have to heat it somewhat even when you're not in it, or winterize it. Otherwise the plumbing might not survive the winter. I think they get a few days of winter in Atlanta.
If the yard where you park it has a septic system you can hook into or dump into regularly that'll help out a lot. Otherwise you'll spend time & money dragging the trailer somewhere to dump it, and likely paying for dumping in addition to the fuel.
Depending on how much time you spend on the road it might be better to pay a buddy to store your bike and rent a room somewhere.
Justin
If the yard where you park it has a septic system you can hook into or dump into regularly that'll help out a lot. Otherwise you'll spend time & money dragging the trailer somewhere to dump it, and likely paying for dumping in addition to the fuel.
Depending on how much time you spend on the road it might be better to pay a buddy to store your bike and rent a room somewhere.
Justin
Jiggy
Control Rider
Your ENGINE might be able to pull 23K lbs, but either your axels will snap or your SRW tires will explode first in a f250. Also, f250's come with a class V hitch so max you are looking at is a 12,600lb gross trailer weight using a weight distribution hitch, 6000 lbs without.....or at least that is what your documentation will tell if you if you are driving an 08-10 F250 Diesel.
As for living out of a toy hauler, referencing my Keystone Raptor's Owner's Manual: Chapter 2 section (almost 10pages) on Mold prevention. In big bold letters, the toy hauler is not to be a permanent residence due to its tendency to lock moisture. The manual even tells me to avoid showering frequently (yay!) or using the stove so that I limit the moisture in the cabin. But with that said, do people live in these things year round? yes. Would i do it if it was at a different track week after week, absolutely.
PJZOCC624
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Agreed with Jiggy on your towing specs. I've got an '08 F250 6.4 diesel...
https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/2008/08RVTTgdeSep08.pdf
16K 5th wheel
12K trailering with a WDH
Just FYI. I wouldn't tow anything more than 17K on a sinlge rear axle.
https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/2008/08RVTTgdeSep08.pdf
16K 5th wheel
12K trailering with a WDH
Just FYI. I wouldn't tow anything more than 17K on a sinlge rear axle.
Jiggy
Control Rider
Yeah buddy, bought a '08 Keystone Raptor 3110TT, but didnt want to add the additional cost of the fifth wheel receiver to my truck bed, so i bought the 31' TT instead. It even has a 26gallon fueling station on the side so i can fill my girls up at events. I am dying to get it out of storage.
Landshark
Control Rider
In Fl your going to need a dehumidifier. RV's are like coolers on wheels. They trap moisture in the walls. As in houses that will compromise the insulation making it less efficient over time. As also stated mold is the next issue. RVs even collect moisture just from evaporation of the occupants without the use of the shower or AC. Get good vent covers so you can ventilate even in the bad weather.