MR Jc Posted July 29, 2019 Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 My wife and I just retired and wanted to do some traveling so we decided to consider an RV. I have looked at a few and watched lots of youtube videos on different RVs. I like the Ford Transit and curious on thoughts of others that own this RV. Any input is appreciated. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted July 29, 2019 Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 Welcome to the Escapees forums! Since I have no experience with the Transit, I'll leave that to those who have. I do suggest that as you are shopping you should probably take a test drive in several different configurations, including at least one small class A. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR Jc Posted July 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 Thank you! We do plan several test drives but am favoring the Transit at this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDBirdman Posted July 30, 2019 Report Share Posted July 30, 2019 Welcome to the forum! Quote 2002 Fifth Avenue RV (RIP) 2015 Ram 3500 Mega-cab DRW(38k miles), 6.7L Cummins Diesel, A668RFE, 3.73, 14,000 GVWR, 5,630 Payload, 27,300 GCWR, 18,460 Max Trailer Weight Rating(For Sale) , living in the frigid north, ND. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandsys Posted July 30, 2019 Report Share Posted July 30, 2019 There are several versions of RVs using the Ford Transit. Which one are you considering? It would also help us to help you if we know what type of travel you plan to do; weekend and vacation trips don't have the same needs as living full time in an RV. Linda Quote Blog: http://sandcastle.sandsys.org/ Former Rigs: Liesure Travel van, Winnebago View 24H, Winnebago Journey 34Y, Sportsmobile Sprinter conversion van Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted July 30, 2019 Report Share Posted July 30, 2019 One thing to watch for in a small RV is the allowable weight capacity for cargo. Whether you look at a Transit, Sprinter, Ford E series van body or Chevy. We have looked at some where we would have been overweight with the two of us and two dogs. Others would have allowed a change of clothes each and maybe a couple of cans of beans for food. Also check the capacity with full tanks and the actual fresh, grey and black water tank capacities as they will vary greatly. Quote 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToddF Posted July 30, 2019 Report Share Posted July 30, 2019 Some dealers at the upcoming Hershey RV show have units set up for test drives during the show. We went through this process in '16 at the show, I test drove a Ford Transit and was disappointed. It just wasn't what I expected. We ended up buying a new Minnie winnie on Ford E450 which handles great with the rear airbags. Be sure to test drive and head out to Hershey PA in Sept if you are able, it is a big show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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