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| YOUR FIRST RECREATIONAL VEHICLE |
Beginner RV. Helpful information
and tips. Factors to consider
when deciding on your first RV.
Motorhome, fifthwheel, or travel
trailer; they all have their
advantages. A tough decision for
the first time RVing
and tips. Factors to consider
when deciding on your first RV.
Motorhome, fifthwheel, or travel
trailer; they all have their
advantages. A tough decision for
the first time RVing
You have been thinking about it for years.
Your friends have one. You see them on
the highways. You hear the stories about
the good times. Now it is your turn. You
are going to purchase your first RV and
join that elite group known as RV'ers.
Your friends have one. You see them on
the highways. You hear the stories about
the good times. Now it is your turn. You
are going to purchase your first RV and
join that elite group known as RV'ers.
In recent years, motor homes or RVs, have become the preferred
method of travel for many. They can make traveling more enjoyable,
as you can appreciate the scenery, which you can't do in a plane.
You can use the rest room without stopping, which you can't do in a
car. And you can stop anytime you want, which you can't do in a train.
And because you are traveling with a bed in the back, it doesn't
matter what time you stop for the night. Also, you don't have to worry
about getting all your stuff out of the hotel in the morning if you are
staying in different towns on your vacation
method of travel for many. They can make traveling more enjoyable,
as you can appreciate the scenery, which you can't do in a plane.
You can use the rest room without stopping, which you can't do in a
car. And you can stop anytime you want, which you can't do in a train.
And because you are traveling with a bed in the back, it doesn't
matter what time you stop for the night. Also, you don't have to worry
about getting all your stuff out of the hotel in the morning if you are
staying in different towns on your vacation
There are basically two types of RV. One is motorized and the
other is towed. The motorized units can range from the ultra deluxe
units to a small, fully contained van. The towed units can range from a
luxurious fifth wheel with numerous slide out to a small travel trailer.
other is towed. The motorized units can range from the ultra deluxe
units to a small, fully contained van. The towed units can range from a
luxurious fifth wheel with numerous slide out to a small travel trailer.
There are three types of motorized RVs: Class A, Class B and Class C.
Here are the differences:
Class A: This is the largest and most
expensive type of motor home. They have
all the comforts of home such as living area,
bedroom, dining room and a kitchen. The
driver and passenger seats can actually
spin around so they can double as a couple
extra chairs in the living room. The thing that makes these so popular is
they drive just like your car. Except for the size, you don't need to learn
anything different when driving a Class A, as they don't take much to get
used to.
.
Class B: The smaller Class B motor home is built on the same chassis
as a van with a raised roof. These are fairly small, generally speaking,
but are also easy to drive. They contain a living area, bedroom,
bathroom and a dining area as well. They are quite a bit smaller than the
Class A and they have less overall space and the sleeping quarters are
quite small.
Class C: If your budget is tight, the class C
is for you. They are considerably smaller
than the other two classes. The sleeping
area is built over the drivers cab. This type
is built on a truck chassis. The nice thing is
that these also have a living, bath and dining
area, but they are going to be rather small. The low cost and towing
capability of the Class C makes it good choice also.
Here are the differences:
Class A: This is the largest and most
expensive type of motor home. They have
all the comforts of home such as living area,
bedroom, dining room and a kitchen. The
driver and passenger seats can actually
spin around so they can double as a couple
extra chairs in the living room. The thing that makes these so popular is
they drive just like your car. Except for the size, you don't need to learn
anything different when driving a Class A, as they don't take much to get
used to.
.
Class B: The smaller Class B motor home is built on the same chassis
as a van with a raised roof. These are fairly small, generally speaking,
but are also easy to drive. They contain a living area, bedroom,
bathroom and a dining area as well. They are quite a bit smaller than the
Class A and they have less overall space and the sleeping quarters are
quite small.
Class C: If your budget is tight, the class C
is for you. They are considerably smaller
than the other two classes. The sleeping
area is built over the drivers cab. This type
is built on a truck chassis. The nice thing is
that these also have a living, bath and dining
area, but they are going to be rather small. The low cost and towing
capability of the Class C makes it good choice also.
When faced with purchasing your motor home, there are a lot of options to consider.
From what size motorhome you will be comfortable with to what your budget can handle.
It is advisable to take a test drive before you buy the motor home. How does it feel? Can
you drive it comfortably? Is there enough room for your passengers? Is the bathroom
large enough? You have to feel absolutely sure about the motor home. Try every thing out
before committing to buy. If you are not sure you want to own an RV, you can rent one
instead. If you don't think you will use it very often or can't afford it, renting may be a good
option for you.
From what size motorhome you will be comfortable with to what your budget can handle.
It is advisable to take a test drive before you buy the motor home. How does it feel? Can
you drive it comfortably? Is there enough room for your passengers? Is the bathroom
large enough? You have to feel absolutely sure about the motor home. Try every thing out
before committing to buy. If you are not sure you want to own an RV, you can rent one
instead. If you don't think you will use it very often or can't afford it, renting may be a good
option for you.
On the other hand, many people prefer a travel trailer or fifth wheel. The convenience
of being able to set up at a site, unhook, and use the tow vehicle to make short trips
around the surrounding area is definitely a benefit. This is especially true for those
travelers who stay at one location for an extended period of time. There is no need to
have an additional tow vehicle as those who travel by motorhome would have to do.
of being able to set up at a site, unhook, and use the tow vehicle to make short trips
around the surrounding area is definitely a benefit. This is especially true for those
travelers who stay at one location for an extended period of time. There is no need to
have an additional tow vehicle as those who travel by motorhome would have to do.
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