DRV (DoubleTree) has made some upgrades on their insulation and options for 2009. We were at their factory early last month. Guaranteed to zero degrees.
While we are perfectly comfortable in the AL sun and snows of winter in VA, we're considering trading our unit for a new one. We might be looking at 2009-2010.
DRV has a 40' 2-bedroom unit. But we're thinking about a 38TK3 which would give us 2 more feet of living space. Which is nice when we have our GD with us each summer.
2009 DRV Mobile Suite 38TKSB3....our custom home
2008 Ford F450 Lariat CC 4x4......his office
Working Fulltimers since 3/2005
"Shoot for the Moon! Even if you miss it, you will land among the Stars."
When considering which 5ver to purchase, please remember to keep in mind what tow vehicle you will be using. When we decided on Teton we knew we'd need a heavy duty tow vehicle. And it's not just pulling the rig to consider. Your TV has to have enough braking power to stop the rig, too.
Your adventure sounds fantastic. Good luck and be safe.
2 dirt bike enthusiasts and 1 cool Weimaraner
2005 Teton Frontier Experience
1999 Volvo 610
Dick_B wrote: I suggest contacting The RV Consumer Group, www.rv.org, for their recommendations for an RV made for full-timing.
Note that the wording is for an RV MADE for full-timing not just an RV that people full-time in.
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I know that I'm well satisfied with my Hitchhiker II LS, I've had it since April 03 and am able to pull it with a heavy 3/4 ton pickup.
WTTCS makes a good point, you cannot learn too much before you buy. Suggestion, find some RV parks in your area and drive around to see if you can find an older model of the brand that you are considering and visit with the owners, see how it hold up in person.
Nifty250 makes a good point also, consider your tow vehicle. Good luck and have fun, it's a wonderful life.
Daniel & Ms Kitty the cat
2003 Hitchhiker II 30.5 RLBG Full timer since it was new.
2003 Chevy 2500HD D/A w/ air foil, sprayed bedliner, 36gal transfer tank, 195k miles
1996 GMC 2500HD 6.5TD, sprayed bedliner, 338k miles
Take a look at the Carriage Cameo line. With the dual pane windows and astro foil insulation it's a relatively inexpensive 4 season fiver.
Good luck,
Fred
Fred Wishnie
2006 Carriage Cameo 35KS3, 2006 Ford F350 diesel dually, fulltimer
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You may want to consider a Big Horn (Heartland Product) for what you are looking for. You would want to be sure it has double pane windows though as that is an optional item. Enjoy your experience. Happy camping! - Eric-
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1999 Ford F-250 CC 7.3 PSD W/Superchips in tow safe mode
2006 Cougar 295EFS
Reese 16K Sliding 5th
2 Kipor 2000P generators
Magellan Explorist 210
My family and I did what you are planning on doing in a Travel Supreme. Unfortunately they are no longer in business, but they made a great full-time unit.
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