reed and elaine Posted December 10, 2014 Report Share Posted December 10, 2014 Great, three other Open Ranges. We have a 2014 337RLS. Our first 337RLS was destroyed in a 70 car pileup between Vera Cruz and Puebla, Mexico. As our younger said said "Dad, you and Mom have driven your RV to Yucatan three times, and driven back twice. We liked the 337RLS so much, we just got its improved edition. Photo taken on the beach in Yucatan, about 30 miles from Tulum. Reed and Elaine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATCBoomer Posted December 16, 2014 Report Share Posted December 16, 2014 2014 Grand Design 369RL pulled by 2006 Kenworth T600. I have the 99th trailer off their line. Had the trailer since April 2013, only minor issues. Glad I have one of their earlier trailers, it came with more options than what they come with now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacsy Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 In the process of rebuilding a 1979 32' Skamper into a Toy Hauler, Pulled by a 1985 Cornfield Cadillac, (the site says my pics are too large). Can be viewed at irv2.com, in the Vintage section under Total Rebuild. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coosting Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 2017 primetime crusader lite 28rl 2017 Chevy 2500HD 6.0 with 6- speed and 4.10 rears Chris & Ginger with copilot's Jake, Rascal, Coby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewhoknowslittle Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Full timing or homeless, however you want to call it 2014 DRV Atlanta Elite Suites 2011 Chevrolet K3500 SRW, because it can pull it 1999 Volvo VNL610, a work in progress, because I want it. Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floncto Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 2007 Wyoming by Coachman. 38' 3 slides, rear living. 2005 F-250 6.0 Liter Diesel 2007 Coachmen Wyoming 325 RLTS 2 Shih Tzu's - Squirt (Mom), BeBe (Baby) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Z Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Just got our first 5th wheel! 2015 DRV 38 RSSA Fraightliner M2 106 2000 Holiday Rambler Imperial 40' DP 2015 DRV 38RSSA 5th wheel 2004 M2 106 MDT It's What You Learn, After You Know It All!... That Counts!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KodiakJack Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 Our particular Heartland is in the signature line. 16.5K GVW overall length 41' 7". Love this big rig. Later, J 2012 Landmark, San Antonio 2013 Silverado CC, 3500HD, Duramax, DRW, 4x4 Backup, side and hitch cameras, Tireminder TPMS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 Just got our first 5th wheel! 2015 DRV 38 RSSA Fraightliner M2 106 Great minds think alike... We are moving into our new DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites in the morning....Pulled with a Freightliner M2 112. Drove up to Knoxville yesterday to drop off the sofa and loveseat that we bought for it and had a chance to look everything over. Can't wait to take it out this weekend for a short trip then off to Florida at the end of January. 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichnAna Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 We have a 2014 Evergreen Bayhill 385BH. We have done a few modifications, like sofa, table and second bedroom furniture. Overall great coach, but always looking for the next one. Anyone know anything about the Prime Time Sandibal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 I had started another thread to see if there were other Infinity owners around the forums. Ours is a 2013 Infinity 3640RL. We have not done any real major modifications. Added a second A/C, built a frame in the basement to coral the folding tables, ladder, step stool, etc., added a window in the door that you can see through and open, and swapped out the recliners for Lazy-Boy's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestoneangler Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 I'm surprised to see all the 5th wheels being towed by semi trucks. I was just showing my wife some of your set-ups and she was asking why? I suggested that some may be folks who were (are still) long haul owner/operators who are simply getting double duty from their investment. Then she asked, is that what they drive around in when staying for awhile. Now I'm curious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 The HDT trucks are so darned cheap, bought used, that if you have a heavy fiver they are the default choice, they cost less than an MDT and have far superior power, transmission, ride and interior noise levels. If your trailer is lighter you are still looking at an HDT costing a lot less than a F450 or F550 and being a whole lot nicer to ride in. Even at the F350 level you may well be dollars ahead in an HDT. Some folks just buy a new HDT which isn't a bad option if you want something very custom. What to drive isn't too big a deal, the newer HDTs have clutchless transmissions so driveint to the store or diner is no problem for most folks. If you want a car a lot of folks are putting a Smart Car on the back ahead of the trailer, some folks tow something behind the fiver like the motorhome folks do but length can be an issue. Others get a toy hauler and stick their car and other toys inside. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 In my case, I prefer the power, air brakes, height and comfort of our MDT with an air ride cab, suspension and seats. Ours is an oddball as the M2-112 has the engine from a class 8 (DD13 Detroit Diesel) with 450 HP and 1550 ft-lbs of torque but it will still fit in a 10x10 garage door. It has an Allison 4000 transmission so no shifting gears and is still able to use the same size parking space as my F350 Dually. The dogs have a HUGE area to stay in after I removed the rear seat and with an aluminum ramp, they get into the cab by themselves without me having to pick them up. I also have a 190 gallon fuel load so stops can be made where pricing is right on fuel and the truck is designed to run a million miles pulling a full load so our 21K fiver doesn't even slow it down any. The Jake brake on the engine works a LOT better than my exhaust brake on the F350 and if the trailer brakes fail, I can still stop quickly and safely (don't ask how I know that..). We use it as our daily driver on the road and although we sometimes have to park a little way, out it hasn't been a problem so far (we both need the exercise anyway). If we ever do need a smaller vehicle in places, I will rent a small car for a day or two and then turn it in. 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolan Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 I'm surprised to see all the 5th wheels being towed by semi trucks. I was just showing my wife some of your set-ups and she was asking why? I suggested that some may be folks who were (are still) long haul owner/operators who are simply getting double duty from their investment. Then she asked, is that what they drive around in when staying for awhile. Now I'm curious. Because back in 2003/2004 there weren't any Toyhaulers that fit me or that my wife liked. Sorry but diamond plate in the kitchen just isn't her thing. We wanted to take our two 800 pound street motorcycles with us. A HDT fit the bill. Now that the motorcycles are gone. We now have a car. I could go to a LDT and have thought about it. But I'm afraid I might be disappointed. I do like being up high, the 1,800 mile cruising range, read on a RV forum about pickup owners afraid of certain mountain passes. Had been over some of those mountain passes and didn't see the problem. I guess "we fear no mountain passes" comes to mind with what we have. Also I wasn't a retired truck driver when we bought our truck. It's not that hard to drive. Just a little bigger and a little slower until 35 mph, then get out of my way. It's an auto shift so only need the clutch when starting out/stopping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Hi, We have a 2012 Excel Wild Cargo Toy hauler pulled by 2015 Volvo VNL730. We will be hauling a Smart Car on the bed when its complete and motorbikes in the garage. Also, not as much fun pulling our trailer a 2015 GMC Denali 3500 dually 4x4 when four wheel drive is needed. Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestoneangler Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 What mileage do you get with the HDT's pulling these large 5vers? How many cabbages would a good, used unit cost me? I simply cannot wait to hear my wife's reaction to my latest twist on our never ending RV plans . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 I get about the same mileage with both trucks between 9-10 mpg depending on speed and terrain. The cost of HDT's vary so much that it is a real hard question to answer. I am having a hydraulic Smart Car bed built by RVhaulers.ca and he converts many of these trucks over to reclassified motorhomes. Drop him an email for some pricing. Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Mileage will vary a fair amount based on the truck and the total weight. My total weight is around 50K lbs. I get from a low of 7.3 to a high of 9.9 depending on terrain and wind. Typical is probably around 8.8-9.1mpg. Take a look at my website for additional info on HDTs. Prices will vary from the 20K area to the 150K+ area for new. A recent price on a Volvo 780 NEW with pretty good options and FET included is right around $140K. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Jack, Do you have a picture of the new 5th and truck hooked up together? If so, post it here. Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted January 24, 2015 Report Share Posted January 24, 2015 Jack, Do you have a picture of the new 5th and truck hooked up together? If so, post it here. Here ya go, Rick.....looks small, doesn't it? Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted January 24, 2015 Report Share Posted January 24, 2015 Holy Crap thats big!!! Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted January 24, 2015 Report Share Posted January 24, 2015 Jack, That looks great.....I haven't seen the complete rig together. Rick & Carey,Excel W41GKE Wild Cargo Toyhauler Volvo 730, D13, I-shift, 500/1850Brabus Smart Car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolan Posted January 25, 2015 Report Share Posted January 25, 2015 What mileage do you get with the HDT's pulling these large 5vers? How many cabbages would a good, used unit cost me? I simply cannot wait to hear my wife's reaction to my latest twist on our never ending RV plans . Averaging 8.8 mpg since ownership. I have guys with pickups say they get below what I do to about this amount to ones who say they get up to 25 mpg pulling their 16,000 plus pound trailers. Price. A lot of it depends on what you want to use your truck for on what the amount will be. As one salesman told us when we were looking at Kenworth T600s. Everything past the KW emblem is optional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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