5th wheel toy box or Travel trailer toy box?

[SCUBA STEVE]

A friend of mine is looking into buying one.
What are the pro's & con's of both? He is looking at a 26'-30'
Towing to Havi, Yosemite, and I would assume glamis, from La Mirada CA.
Towing w/a F350 crew cab deisel.
Thanks in advance. :cool:

[PHX ATC]

Whatever is better for you to borrow, duh! :D

[SCUBA STEVE]

Whatever is better for you to borrow, duh! :D
True!! How is the new house? :confused:

[H20 Toie]

For towing you can't beat a 5th wheel, it turns better and handles better, if there is a cross wind it's not a big deal, but you use the space in the bed, parking is also a lot easier.

[TOBTEK]

I have a 2003 35 ft triple slide-out 5th I want to sell, if he can live WITHOUT a rear door ID make him the deal of the century! Its a 50K trailer for 35K....Toby

[Cole Trickle]

There was a guy coming home from Palm Springs on the 10 last weekend that looked like he should have got a 5th wheel as opposed to a tag along when it got windy!!!
It was swaying pretty bad and he had that "Theres no place like home" look on his face.I bet he would have put on some ruby slippers if they stopped the wind from blowing.

[SCUBA STEVE]

I have a 2003 35 ft triple slide-out 5th I want to sell, if he can live WITHOUT a rear door ID make him the deal of the century! Its a 50K trailer for 35K....Toby
Rear door as in no place to load the toys?

[SCUBA STEVE]

So far it seems like the 5th wheel is the way to go! Thanks guys. :cool:

[Kilrtoy]

A friend of mine is looking into buying one.
What are the pro's & con's of both? He is looking at a 26'-30'
Towing to Havi, Yosemite, and I would assume glamis, from La Mirada CA.
Towing w/a F350 crew cab deisel.
Thanks in advance. :cool:
My truck that you are gonna buy is a 2500 diesel.....

[SCUBA STEVE]

My truck that you are gonna buy is a 2500 diesel.....
Why would I want that gas sucker for? :2purples: :cool:

[TOBTEK]

Rear door as in no place to load the toys?
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/135trailer_6.bmp
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/13534tlb_floorplan.jpg
no toy-hauler, but he can allways pull tripples :D ....we bought this because its like a little cono inside.....its very pimp!

[Kilrtoy]

Why would I want that gas sucker for? :2purples: :cool:
Its great on GAS, now diesell is another story

[SCUBA STEVE]

Its great on GAS, now diesell is another story
Sorry I'll be sure to say deisel next time.

[SCUBA STEVE]

http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/135trailer_6.bmp
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/13534tlb_floorplan.jpg
no toy-hauler, but he can allways pull tripples :D ....we bought this because its like a little cono inside.....its very pimp!
That thing is sweet! I know he wants to haul toys though.

[Mrs. Bordsmnj]

Scuba, I got really excited for a second there when I saw this thread. I thought maybe you guys were gonna buy dirt toys!!! :hammer2:

[SCUBA STEVE]

Scuba, I got really excited for a second there when I saw this thread. I thought maybe you guys were gonna buy dirt toys!!! :hammer2:
Shooting for 2007 on the dirt toys. 2006 we are looking at putting a pool in. :cool:

[Mrs. Bordsmnj]

Shooting for 2007 on the dirt toys. 2006 we are looking at putting a pool in. :cool:
Sweet!!!!! :mix:

[stoker]

I have a 2002 30' fifth wheel toy box for sale. $18,500.00

[SCUBA STEVE]

I have a 2002 30' fifth wheel toy box for sale. $18,500.00
Can you shoot me some pix?
Steven.cervantes@sunclipse.com
Thanks

[MAINEVENT]

2006 we are looking at putting a pool in. :cool:
Sweet Daytime Only and I can go skinny dipping during the day of course :rollside:

[SCUBA STEVE]

Sweet Daytime Only and I can go skinny dipping during the day of course :rollside:
That is a classic name! Its funny but a lot of the time it is true. But watch out when she actually is awake. :2purples: :cool:

[MAINEVENT]

That is a classic name! Its funny but a lot of the time it is true. But watch out when she actually is awake. :2purples: :cool:
OK maybe thrid time is a charm so next time we party i am spiking her drink with a shit loat of red bull :coffeycup :D

[Sleek-Jet]

I used to drag around at 36' fifth wheel, and now that I've moved that monster travel trailer I bought, I can honestly say there isn't much difference when running down the road.
Other than being able to jacknife the truck in parking lots with the fifth wheel, if don't see any difference.
Also, on the plus side, I won't have a fifth wheel hitch in the bed of the truck either (though you can get around this by putting in a goose-neck hitch).

[SCUBA STEVE]

OK maybe thrid time is a charm so next time we party i am spiking her drink with a shit loat of red bull :coffeycup :D
Well you were there the one time she was awake... even though she did want to go to sleep, something just wouldnt let her. :cool: :p :cool:

[SCUBA STEVE]

I used to drag around at 36' fifth wheel, and now that I've moved that monster travel trailer I bought, I can honestly say there isn't much difference when running down the road.
Other than being able to jacknife the truck in parking lots with the fifth wheel, if don't see any difference.
Also, on the plus side, I won't have a fifth wheel hitch in the bed of the truck either (though you can get around this by putting in a goose-neck hitch).
What about for the long haul? 6 plus hours in tow.

[pixilatedpussy]

A friend of mine is looking into buying one.
What are the pro's & con's of both? He is looking at a 26'-30'
Towing to Havi, Yosemite, and I would assume glamis, from La Mirada CA.
Towing w/a F350 crew cab deisel.
Thanks in advance. :cool:
5th wheel...better turning ratio...and it tows nicely! We have a 38ft...my hubby drives an F350 deisel also!

[PHX ATC]

True!! How is the new house? :confused:
Not to derail this topic, but good, thanks! I still have yet to hook up with you...someday...beer's still cold in the fridge, although I must cycle through it to make sure it's fresh! :D

[Sleek-Jet]

What about for the long haul? 6 plus hours in tow.
I've got a weight distributing hitch, so I don't motor boat down the road. It seems to stay in behind the truck just fine and cross-winds don't bother it to much...
Long huals are more about what your towing with and how it's set up. The longer the wheel base the better. Crew cab long beds are a pain in the ass around town, but they make pulling large trailers nice... :D

[SCUBA STEVE]

Not to derail this topic, but good, thanks! I still have yet to hook up with you...someday...beer's still cold in the fridge, although I must cycle through it to make sure it's fresh! :D
lol... when ever your schedule clears up let us know, havent been down to QC area yet. :cool: Glad to hear things are going good.
Thanks again for everyones input. :cool:

[riverroyal]

I had a 30ft fleetwood gearbox toy hauler,tow behind,it was ok to tow,the wind pushed it around some,it was triple axle that helped,plus you need some type of sway control,i suggest REESE dual cam HP set up,works great,I have one for sale off the trailer,tongue weight was alot,I needed air bags....Now I have a weekend warrior 37ft 5th wheel,its much better,tows like a dream,it does have alot of hitch weight,or bed weight,I think its 2000 pds dry,I have a F250 4X4 long bed 6.0 diesel,I need air bags,but it tows great ,the wind doesnt push it around as bad,turns better,I will never own a tow behind again.Go big,if you dont you will soon,the fifth wheel bathroom and bed room up front is priceless.

[TOBTEK]

I had a 30ft fleetwood gearbox toy hauler,tow behind,it was ok to tow,the wind pushed it around some,it was triple axle that helped,plus you need some type of sway control,i suggest REESE dual cam HP set up,works great,I have one for sale off the trailer,tongue weight was alot,I needed air bags....Now I have a weekend warrior 37ft 5th wheel,its much better,tows like a dream,it does have alot of hitch weight,or bed weight,I think its 2000 pds dry,I have a F250 4X4 long bed 6.0 diesel,I need air bags,but it tows great ,the wind doesnt push it around as bad,turns better,I will never own a tow behind again.Go big,if you dont you will soon,the fifth wheel bathroom and bed room up front is priceless.
YOUR SOOOOO MONEY STEVE! :D NOW, you just NEED a Rhino, stopped by AP DESIGNS this morning....its looking SWEET! BLING,BLING all the way..........

[riverroyal]

i got nothing

[SCUBA STEVE]

I had a 30ft fleetwood gearbox toy hauler,tow behind,it was ok to tow,the wind pushed it around some,it was triple axle that helped,plus you need some type of sway control,i suggest REESE dual cam HP set up,works great,I have one for sale off the trailer,tongue weight was alot,I needed air bags....Now I have a weekend warrior 37ft 5th wheel,its much better,tows like a dream,it does have alot of hitch weight,or bed weight,I think its 2000 pds dry,I have a F250 4X4 long bed 6.0 diesel,I need air bags,but it tows great ,the wind doesnt push it around as bad,turns better,I will never own a tow behind again.Go big,if you dont you will soon,the fifth wheel bathroom and bed room up front is priceless.
Sweet thanks for your input.
I don't know sleek every one is on the 5th wheel high. :D

[Sleek-Jet]

Sweet thanks for your input.
I don't know sleek every one is on the 5th wheel high. :D
Like I said, I pulled a big 5th wheel around as well... it's all about the same as far as I'm concerned... You've seen the pictures of that monster I bought, so you know how big of a trailer I'm talking about. :D
Besides, I always like being a little different than the crowd. :D

[SCUBA STEVE]

Besides, I always like being a little different than the crowd. :D
Really, I couldnt tell. :D

[River918]

A friend of mine is looking into buying one.
What are the pro's & con's of both? He is looking at a 26'-30'
Towing to Havi, Yosemite, and I would assume glamis, from La Mirada CA.
Towing w/a F350 crew cab deisel.
Thanks in advance. :cool:
sent you a PM

[Dawn Patrol]

A triple axle 5th wheel pulls great even in the wind.
My buddy has a double axle 5th wheel with a garage. Most of the weight of his toys are behind the axles, causing it to sway when it gets windy.
How many toys does he plan on hauling?
So many options out there.
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/5989Toy_Hauler_Garage-med.jpg