We're Shopping Tomorrow...

[HankD]

The Outlaw 37RB might just fit your needs... :thumbup:
(We were looking at that one first, but decided that it would be a bit too large for me to try and herd down the road. :yikes

Yes, that's in the running. What I am really hoping for is a steal-deal on a quality Thor 35SG Diesel. But I am picky and not in a hurry, time will work in my favor.

 

[Bob Denman]

It's a buyer's market out there right now: you'll find the right rig! :thumbup:
Most dealerships will knock a quick 25% off of the suggested retail on a new rig.Once it got down to Brass Tacks: we got ours to drop another 10 grand off of the final tally.

 

[vided]

Just to butt in.
scott tp, it's single plie, inexpensive.
i never had a problem using it on my boats.

 

[Bob Denman]

"Butting in" about toilet paper: PRICELESS!! :clap: :roflblack:
Single-ply... thanks! :thumbup:

 

[Explorer]

I just caught this thread, it's sort of old, so sorry.

I did a LOT of research on Toy Hauler RV's. I am seriously considering having one for my "home" :yikes: That's right, full time RV, live in AZ in the winter and Pacific NW in the Summer, and visit all points in between with the Spyder in the back. I'll be a Nomad without a Cause :yes:

I decided the Thor 29H was too small in the garage area. 3" just wasn't enough clearance for me, and I obviously am looking for more living area also. I'm zoning in on a used Class A Outlaw, or possibly a Diesel Class C 37-footer (A "Super-C", rare and expensive). There are some other models besides Thor that I am also researching.

Bob, keep us updated on how your 29-H is working out. I'm interested to hear. Good Luck! :thumbup:

You may want to look at my post above. Also consider a mail forwarding address to use for registration to avoid sales tax, when you buy the unit. Many full timers do.
Good luck,
Roger

 

[HankD]

You may want to look at my post above. Also consider a mail forwarding address to use for registration to avoid sales tax, when you buy the unit. Many full timers do.
Good luck,
Roger

Yes, thanks. I have looked into that. States have really clamped down on the mail forwarding thing for tax avoidance. But, I do have relatives in Florida that would could act as a free mail forwarding service, and Florida does have some tax advantages for domicile address. :thumbup:

 

[LateLifeCrisis]

:clap: I'm going to have to talk with you about some truly "Newbie" stuff nojoke
At some point: the Missus and I will have to actually go someplace in the thing...

...And she has NEVER camped a day in her life! :yikes:

My Honey's idea of camping is a flat screen TV and a Holiday Inn. We went "camping once" and in his mind, "ONCE IS ENOUGH." I showed him your pics but after over 35 years - - the "camping experience" has yet to be forgotten. Enjoy it and drive it in good health!

 

[LateLifeCrisis]

:agree: If you want to buy something that will appreciate over time: load up on firearms and real estate! :clap:

We did.....you're correct.....but geez, our Spyders are the FUNNEST thing we've owned since we sold the snowmobiles 15 years ago......

 

[rtotten]

Another thing you might want to think about is wheel covers, wheel chocks, a longer garden hose to refill the water tank. My folks lived just north of Salt Lake City and us kids would have to put a cover on their RV for the winter, as they did not have covered parking. Another something to think about. My folks had several RV's and loved them all. Might want to consider joining the Good Sam club and get discounts at Camping World as you probably already know. My folks had a flat one time, had to call AAA for them to come out and change the tire. Something else to think about.

I wish I had the money and space to store a RV. I just bought a 17' Kayak and trailer and trailer, and have to rent a storage unit, but it sure is a lot of fun. I wish you the best in your RVing adventures!

 

[LateLifeCrisis]

So, everyone who purchased a MH experienced a financial disaster?

A MH might not be for you, but many others have had and enjoyed them for yrs. Making great memories and enjoyed the experience.

You are so right. My brother and I (and we're both in our 60's now) still talk about the family camping trips we made as kids. Now that our parents are gone, those memories are even more special. Dad was in the service so money was scarce and our first "camper" was a home made wooden structure placed over the bed of Dad's late 50's pick up truck. WE LOVED IT! We progressed through the years and ended up with "real" RV's which our parents never regretted owning.

 

[cognaccruiser]

Bob, something you might want to ask your dealer when you pick it up. I don't know if this is still relevant but when we used to have 5th wheels, we got a pressure reduction attachment to place in line with our fresh water supply hose. Some "camp grounds" provided fresh water that was way too high in pressure for the capabilities of the plumbing systems of some RVs. There was a risk of damaging the plumbing in our 5th wheels that we owned. Maybe this is no longer relevant but worth asking anyway.

Gary

 

[Bob Denman]

Thanks for that tip! :thumbup:
We've already purchased one...
And the drinking water hose...
And the washing hose...
And the sewer hose...
And the electrical adapters.,.
And the rubber gloves...
And the... :shocked:

I thought that Spyders were expensive! :dontknow:

 

[wyliec]

Good luck, Bob, with your travels. Based on this Nostradamas prediction, times running out, and we are headed for disaster.


http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ST-READ-THIS&p=1291376&viewfull=1#post1291376

In all seriousness, have a great time, wherever you travel to.

 

[HankD]

Thanks for that tip! :thumbup:
We've already purchased one...
And the drinking water hose...
And the washing hose...
And the sewer hose...
And the electrical adapters.,.
And the rubber gloves...
And the... :shocked:

I thought that Spyders were expensive! :dontknow:

Don't forget the in-line water filter ......:roflblack:

 

[Bob Denman]

The rig has an in-house filtration system: should it be augmented with an additional in-line filter, that is mounted at the spigot? :dontknow:

 

[HankD]

The rig has an in-house filtration system: should it be augmented with an additional in-line filter, that is mounted at the spigot? :dontknow:

I always learned to use something like this:

http://www.adventurerv.net/tastepur...rtsfeed_ppc&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=Froogle

But when I owned a small RV, I never drank out of the tank water anyway, just used it for toilet flush and shower. I carried 6 gal carboys of drinking water, also plastic water bottles. To each his own though.

 

[Bob Denman]

:clap:



We'll add them to the (ever-growing) list.

 

[cognaccruiser]

The rig has an in-house filtration system: should it be augmented with an additional in-line filter, that is mounted at the spigot? :dontknow:

We always used a filter at the spigot but we also used what HankD shows below. I guess we were double cautious. Others may have a different opinion.

I always learned to use something like this:

http://www.adventurerv.net/tastepur...rtsfeed_ppc&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=Froogle

But when I owned a small RV, I never drank out of the tank water anyway, just used it for toilet flush and shower. I carried 6 gal carboys of drinking water, also plastic water bottles. To each his own though.

 

[Bob Denman]

It's better to be "double-cautious"; than not cautious enough! :thumbup:
You don't want to end up spending a trip in the bathroom! :barf: :yikes:

 

[HankD]

It's better to be "double-cautious"; than not cautious enough! :thumbup:
You don't want to end up spending a trip in the bathroom! :barf: :yikes:

Water tank systems in RV's tend to develop "cooties" over time, even if you are careful on what is going in (pre-filtration), and what is coming out (spigot filtration)...and do yearly chlorine flush cleaning of the system. Thus, the carboys and drinking water bottles I mentioned earlier. P.S. I need to find that "vomit emoji".....cant seem to locate it :clap: