You might want to invest in a computer data base such as RV Consumer Group. They classify what makes are rated, how much then weight, what you will need to tow them, and a lot more. Sure the information is not free, but I would rather spend a few bucks more and save a bundle later.
You will find that many people will tell you their opinion, and from what I have read, most have been informative. But you know what they say about opinions: They are like a**holes, everyone has one, and no two are alike!
As others have already commented on; if you're looking in the $75-100,000 trailer market you're also going to be in the medium duty truck market so that may change your options. I've not seen many, or any for that matter that can be towed with an F350.
John
The Rutters
2004 Ford F350 Crewcab Lariat FX4 (4x4) DRW
6.0 PSD, Torque Shift, Jack Rabbit roll top cover, Rosen widescreen DVD system
Quote: You might want to invest in a computer data base such as RV Consumer Group. They classify what makes are rated, how much then weight, what you will need to tow them, and a lot more. Sure the information is not free, but I would rather spend a few bucks more and save a bundle later.
You will find that many people will tell you their opinion, and from what I have read, most have been informative. But you know what they say about opinions: They are like a**holes, everyone has one, and no two are alike!
I don't quite agree with the above post. Those RV ratings do not cover all brands and some are rated wrong.
You will get lots of good information on here.
We would recommend Carri lite. Very nice and they use good products in building and the electronics. You should take the factory tour, which we did before we got our carriage.
2008 dodge 5500, diesel,Laramie cab, pressure pro tire.
2008 Carri-Lite 36SBQ, 4 slides,dishwasher,washer/dryer,2 fireplaces
D & D
Two Schnauzers, & cat
The New Horizon factory here where I live have some used 1-2 year old units that are like new. Are the only 5 star rated units made and well worth the money. Look on their web site or ad in Trailor Life.
2000 Ford F550 With Fontaine Bed
2002 King of the Road 5er 38 ft Triple Slide, Triple Axel
Dennis M M wrote: I suggest looking at Newmar units - Mountain Aire and Kountry Aire. There are some good buys in the used market in that price range, but as TexGeorgiaBoy said, watch the weight!
Our Mtn Aire is the shortest one made in 2005 and it has a GVWR of 20k. Kountry Aires are generally heavier yet.
In my opinion your right Dennis M M but then i guess its different strokes for different folks.
I'd seriously look at the HH Champagne series of trailers, the biggest thing holding you back will be the size of your truck especially if it's a SRW and not a Dually.
Trap
Travel07 wrote: Looking at buying 5th wheel (75k - 100k) area, pulling with F350 Ford Diesel, want Quality, Dependabilty, all seasons unit, anyone with opinions on make and models please advse. Also any suggestions that you may have.
I agree that Horizon is one of the better, if not the best choice. But, as I see it, they do have three drawbacks. They are costly, heavy, and you buy directly from the factory.
If you are looking for a quality RV it will cost you. You get what you pay for no matter what it is. But buyer beware. Just ask FEMA how they buy RVs and do the opposite!
The heavier (because of the quality of the construction) the RV the more truck you will need to haul it. This means spending more money and trying to figure out if a MD like a F-450 will due or will you have to go to a Volvo like many people on this list will tell you.
Pulling does not seem to be the issue, stopping is. I wish that trucks were rated for stopping ability while towing their maximum load. They could test and rate them with and without a full tow. Wouldn't that be nice?
Buying from a factory might be a good thing, I don't know. You may save money but then I have yet to see a Horizon in the "flesh". Going to the factory would be a good thing because you can see how they are built. I wish they were located closer to me so I can get there easier.
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