Re: [a/s] hello and question

["James Newton" <newtojm@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Jackie
I was once told, and in a sense I believe, that all RVs are too small on the
inside and too big on the outside.

But, one can learn and adjust to both conditions.  Try it; you'll like it.

First advice I would offer is to assess how you want to use your a/s.  If
travel to boondock areas, forest service spots and backwoods campgrounds is
your plan, then smaller is better.  Many Forest Service campgrounds have a
22' limit, but lots of areas are accessible to 24', 27' or even longer.
31's and longer are really pushing the limit for this type of use.  If you
plan to be in more conventional RV sites, then creature comfort (read larger
size) may be the governing factor.  One way to evaluate your needs is to
rent a trailer for a short vacation/long weekend.  Of course, you need a
proper tow vehicle, and you need to allow time to practice maneuvering the
assembly, but you have to start somewhere, and renting will allow you to
climb the learning curve without making a serious investment up front.

FWIW, we started with a 16' Lo-Liner, then a 22' single-axle a/s, then a 31'
rear bath a/s, now have a 31' center bath a/s.  Most serious problem
occurred with the 22' when I improperly loaded the unit (tail too heavy) and
got into a serious instability problem on the freeway.  Backing the 31' is
actually easier than the shorter units because of the long distance from the
hitch ball to the wheels (less tendency to jackknife).
Good luck.
Jim
'83 Sovereign 31'