Home on Wheels

Q: When do you know it's time to move into a larger, "better", RV?

A: When you tell people the one thing you miss most about living in a house is "the space," and when you're sure you're going to spend ALOT more time traveling.

But, just how do you pick the one? After almost a year in a class C, I knew what I wanted, and LOTS of the big names in RVs came out with similar floor plans (Itasca, Winnebago, Gulf Stream, Fleetwood, and Georgie Boy) - all had models with BUNK BEDS, as well as the queen bed. I viewed every model and went off a check list for the options I wanted, like 1) lots of inside overhead storage as well as wardrobe cabinets for all four peoples' clothes, b) an easy-to-open jackknife sofa with removable facing so kids can get their toys out easier, c) a space for my desk top computer to be permanently installed (my brother and I replaced the one extra easy chair behind the passenger seat, and used the bolts/pre-drilled holes to install a computer cabinet). Then, the rest of the features (larger generator, larger and lighted undercarriage storage, a fantastic draining system, etc) were "bonus."

We also jumped from 29 ft. to 35 ft., and moved into a class A (or "bus" as a friend calls them). Why? I simply wanted more space. Some cool "space increaing options" are that both front seats swivel so there's even more room up front (the cab-overhead bunk in the class C used up at least four feet). Both slide-outs in this RV are longer and deeper than our old class C, in both the Kit/LR area and bedrooms. We also have a bigger fridge, a "real" oven, and two pantries for food storage (not under my bed anymore :)

I am very glad we initially got the smaller class C as our "test" home on wheels. I would reccommend to anyone who hasn't RV'd to start small (and even buy used) to give it a run, at least for a couple months. Or, rent a few to check them out.

With kids, I knew I wanted something that I could drive while they could have immediate access to a rest room - without pulling over. Or, to get snacks, watch TV, and even play board games (in both RVs the booth seats have seat belts!) Plus, I've had enough road trips to know that having them sit next to each other in a big deisel truck while towing a trailer or 5th wheel wasn't going to be a sanity-keeper.

It took me almost a year to make up my mind on our first one, and only about two weeks to find this one. And, we love our Georgie Boy! Even after a month, the kids are sitll mentioning the things that are "better." We're ready for another year of adventure - with more... everything!

Entire set-up…just hop in and go! $88,000 – 2007 Georgie Boy Pursuit 3540 DC; 23,000 miles. Two slides, bunk beds, and walk-around queen bed, day-night shades, large fridge, two TV's, DVD player, 3-burner stove with oven, microwave, jackknife sofa/sleeper, AM/FM Stereo/CD Player. Has 50-Amp, 5.5 Onan Generator, two AC units, HEHR thermopane widows, outside shower and TV cable hookup. Lots of inside storage and pass-through lighted under-storage, no-fuss waste station, full system water filtration, back up camera, 5,000 lb towing capacity, auto leveling jacks. EXTRAS; built-in book case, pillow-top queen mattress and bedding, cabinet bars, space-saving spice and bag storage, modified additional shelving and storage bins and removable hooks, LR area rugs, space heater, dish racks and some light-weight dishes & pans, camping table and grill, sewer hoses w/ connectors, water hose regulator, 30-AMP modifier cords, 4 tire covers, leveler blocks, misc. repair parts, sewer chemicals, RV cleaning supplies, and a lot more! Also includes a towable 2003 4WD Ford Explorer (seats 7), a Blue Ox vehicle tow kit, and Apollo braking system. Both are extremely clean, up to date on all regular maintenance, and are in a garage right now. 417-668-0055