Hi Everyone. Well, after 15 years the RV-Dreams Community Forum is coming to an end. Since it began in August 2005, we've had 58 Million page views, 124,000 posts, and we've spent about $15,000 to keep this valuable resource for RVers free and open. But since we are now off the road and have settled down for the next chapter of our lives, we are taking the Forum down effective June 30, 2021. It has been a tough decision, but it is now time.


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My name is Glen. My wife and I live in south Florida and are planning to sell our home and just about everything we have and purchase a medium sized Travel lite and begin a new lifestyle. We are now trying to gather input and advice for our new venture and we hope that all the experienced travelers on this site will be willing and patient with our many questions about making this transition. We have lived in Florida for 40 yrs. and now plan to retire and go on the road with no home base. I know this will be a big undertaking but we have to decided to try and do this because we came to the conclusion that at this point in our lives our"stuff is basically controlling and dictating our lifestyle and we are ready to make some huge changes. We are sure that many people on this forum have been in the very same position and hope to learn and gain advice from you. We will have a lot of questions and hope some of you will have the patience and time to share advice and experiences with us. Thank you for listening and hopefully we can learn much from everyone who is willing to put up with our learning experience. Glen and Carole

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Welcome to the forum, Glen!

Although there are folks FTing in almost every kind of vehicle imaginable (some start even smaller than that,) but most would not consider that particular choice ideal for a FTing couple.

What is your reason for going with that particular size and model travel trailer?

How do you plan to use it to FT in?

The reason I ask (other than to offer advise) is that my DW and I will be going FTing soon and a TT is our choice also, albeit it a larger, sturdier, better insulated TT. I'm just curious as what would make you choose that particular make and model for your FTing needs?

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Welcome! We all have to start somewhere right? This is where I started my research, about 2 years ago and hubby and I just celebrated one year full-time! We love it!
Lots of us blog - consider reading some blogs - everyone has a different point of view - I learned a lot that way as well as reading all kinds of forums! This one is excellent, as is Escapees (rvnetwork.com) and also look for one for your chosen RV - most brands have an owners club and you can learn a lot that way about your chosen RV.
Good luck and ask away!

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The previous posters are giving you good advice. I would be very careful with "lightweight" trailers. If you are going to full time, you will put added stress to everything. Try to spend as much time as you can in the rig that you are interested in. Sit in the chairs, on the couch. Whoever the cook is should carefully check out the kitchen. Be sure that the bathroom and shower fits. We love our king size bed but some are happy with a queen. 

Good luck in your choices and don't hesitate to ask many questions.



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Welcome, Glen.  Good to have you as part of the RV Dreams "family."  You will find this place to be an excellent source of information.

Like some of the others have alluded to, take some time to research the RV's.  We used to have a Rockwood Ultralite 26-foot fifth wheel, and there is no way I would have full-timed in one that size.  The furniture in most RV's, including high-dollar ones, are pretty much uncomfortable, so our Rockwood's furniture became VERY uncomfortable if we spent more than a week in it on vacation.  The same can be said about much of the construction of the RV's.  Unless you are "bound" to an existing tow vehicle, I'd certainly consider a larger unit.

Also, make sure your tow vehicle is heavy enough to handle the RV you choose.  Don't rely on what the dealers and salesmen tell you.  Some of them will tell you that your current vehicle would be just fine when they really aren't heavy enough.

Good luck with your research and planning.  Take your time in deciding so you don't make mistakes.

Terry



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