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Intro to RV LifeSpend More Time on the Road and Less Time Parked

in your Driveway!

-Ron Godbey-Anita DeAngelo

Intro to the RV LifeSession 1

Introduction

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Introductions

➢Us• Ron Godbey

• Anita DeAngelo

➢You• Name

• Currently own an RV? Looking to buy one? Looking to upgrade?

• Do you know what you want to buy –or trying to figure that out?

• What is your RV experience level?

• What do you hope to get from this class?


Course Overview➢Week 1: General RV Information

Is RVing right for you?Types of RVs

➢Week 2: RV SystemsWater, Electrical, Heat, AC

➢Week 3: Buying GuideNew or used? Negotiating price, tips

➢Week 4: OwnershipMaintenance, Costs, Off Season Storage

➢Week 5: Life on the RoadWhat to bring; what NOT to bring; Planning; Food

➢Week 6: Research & ResourcesThe RV Community; Become a Do-It-YourselferResources Available for you


Is Owning an RV Right for You?

➢Pros:• Freedom to go when and where you want• See the country at ground level, not 30,000 ft• Experience local culture, food and lifestyle• Having kids and dogs in your travel “home”• Be part of a friendly, close-knit community

➢Cons:• It’s like owning another home –but on wheels• Gas is probably your highest travel expense• Having kids, dogs and gear in tight quarters can

be challenging


Resource➢National RV Owner’s Assoc (NRVOA) buying guide:

https://deangelogodbeyenterprises.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/BluePrint-Comparisons-Pricing-Rating.pdf


https://deangelogodbeyenterprises.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/BluePrint-Comparisons-Pricing-Rating.pdf

What Type of RVer are You?

➢Want to travel the country?

➢Want to find a good seasonal RV Park and make that your home away from home?

➢Do you plan on becoming a Full-Timer?

➢Do you plan to work on the road?

➢Is this part of your retirement plan?


RVing

➢RVing includes:• Packing/unpacking

• Trip planning/navigation

• Meal prep/cleanup

• Maintenance and repairs

• Setup and breakdown

• Contingency planning

• Emergency preparedness


What Type of Camper are You?➢Like to rough it?

• Back to nature?

• “Glamping” with all the comforts of home

• Will you always be at a campground?

➢If you plan to Dry Camp or “Boondock”• Dry Camping: Camping at a campground with no hookups

• Boondocking: Camping at a non-campground with no hookups

• Will need onboard generator

• Will need adequate water holding tanks


What Type of Camper are You?

➢Kids, pets, devices, toys coming too?

➢Cooking in the RV and/or eating out?


• Pets:• Rabies Cert• Vaccinations • Leash & Poop bags

• Kids:• Cloths• Toys• Medicines

• Toys:• Outdoor gear• Bicycles• Kayaking

• Devices:• Laptop/Tablet• Phones• Chargers

What Type of Camper are You?

➢Are you on the same page as your significant other?


➢Resource: Diesel vs Gas RV Buying guide: https://blog.campingworld.com/rv-basics/finding-your-rv/diesel-rv-vs-gas-rv/

➢Diesel Advantages• Best for large RVs• More powerful for heavier loads• Air brakes• With proper maintenance they will “last forever” –and hold value better• Slightly better gas mileage –but diesel fuel is more expensive + DEF additive

➢Diesel Disadvantages• Higher initial investment

• Approx. 30% more

• More expensive to maintain• But service interval is less often

• Will need to have a large truck repair shop• Few Do-It-Yourself maintenance opportunities• Diesel fuel may be harder to find in some areas

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Types of RVsDiesel or Gas?

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https://blog.campingworld.com/rv-basics/finding-your-rv/diesel-rv-vs-gas-rv/

➢Gas Advantages• Most are based on a Ford or Chevy cab/truck frame

• Engines are same as large gas powered truck engines

• Parts are readily available

• More Do-It-Yourself opportunities

➢Gas Disadvantages• Not as powerful -less up hill acceleration

• Engine works harder (more wear & tear)

• Poor gas mileage 7-10 mpg

• Not as durable as diesel engines

• More complex because they are based on car/truck engines


Types of RVsDiesel or Gas?

Types of RVs➢Class A (“Diesel Pusher”)

• Largest

• All the comforts of home• Fire place

• Full sized refrigerator

• Washer & Dryer

• Dishwasher

• Most expensive

• Most complicated

• Most expensive to maintain

• Has an onboard generator


➢Class C• Mid sized

• May expand with slideouts

• Over the cab bunk/storage

• Most comforts of home• Smaller refrigerator

• Smaller floor plan

• Has an onboard generator

Types of RVs


➢Class B• Usually a conversion van

• Much smaller but may be good for a solo traveler; two at most

• Has most RV systems just on a smaller scale

• Easier to drive, maneuver, park

• No height/weight restrictions

Types of RVs


➢5th Wheel• Need a BIG truck to tow with

tow hitch in the bed of the truck• More stable and maneuverable

than a bumper hitch

• Backing up is different than backing up with a trailer

• Often as luxurious as a Class A

• Bedroom often on “2nd level” above the hitch

• Does not have a generator

Types of RVs


➢Travel Trailer• Also needs a BIG truck to tow it

• Bumper hitch at the rear of thetruck leaves the truck bed free

• Smaller and lighter than a 5th Wheel

• Towing may be more prone to instability with poor road conditions

• Does not have a generator

Types of RVs


➢Toy Hauler• Used to haul all your “toys”

• Motorcycle

• Golf cart

• Boats

• Also needs a BIG truck to tow it

• A variation of Travel Trailer, 5th Wheel, Class A, Class C

• Living area converts to garage space

Types of RVs


• Car• Dirt Bike• ATV

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➢Mini Trailers• Very small• Can be towed by a smaller truck

or large car• Limited systems

➢Pop ups• Very small, light weight• Can be towed by a car• Hard shell with a fabric

tent pop up• Limited systems

Types of RVs


Session 1 Recap➢Is Owning an RV Right for you?

➢What Type of RVer are You?

➢What Type of Camper are You?

➢Types of RVsClass A Class C 5th Wheel

Travel Trailer

Class B

Pop Ups Mini Trailer


Toy Hauler

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Session 2: RV Systems


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