Motorhome questions...

The Hitman · 08-24-2016, 10:47 PM

If this isn't the place, let me know, i'll delete...

I am buying my first motorhome and I have found one that I like, I am trying to avoid a toad and reinforcing the rear.

I have found a Winnebago on a freight liner chassis with a 99 model Cummins engine and an allison ..

My question, it is a pusher, I shouldn't have to reinforce anything in the rear due to the engine being back there, and the ride should be good due to it being "beefed up"for the engine..
Is that engine the same in the dodge trucks, I think the 99 models have a great reputation in the diesel world..
Any thoughts appreciated!

jmcarter · 08-25-2016, 06:49 AM

A little more data needed...which model Winnebago, length, tag axle, Cummins 5.9 ????? Additionally, how much is it designed to tow (10K?)

My coach is rated to tow 15K but doesn't necessarily mean I'd like to put a stacker behind it so how much are you looking to tow and how much tongue weight approximately? You probably can tow a 24 foot enclosed with no problem but the devil is in the details so please share some more info.

The Hitman · 08-25-2016, 07:54 AM

1999 Winnebago Adventurer 34V

Engine•Fuel Type: Diesel
•Horsepower (bhp): 275
•Displacement (l): 5.9
•Engine Brand Name: Cummins
Basic Information•Year: 1999
•Make: Winnebago
•Model: Adventurer
•Trim: 33V
•Type: Motorized Class A
•Mileage: 52396
•Length (Feet): 34
•Chassis: Freightliner
I currently have a 24' enclosed with a 3400lbs door car and a 1200 lbs golf cart. tongue weight is a bit higher due to the golfcart.

thanks

Lew Silverman · 08-25-2016, 10:09 AM

The owners manual (page 4-2) states that the maximum towing/hitch pulling capacity, as built, is 5000 pounds with a maximum tongue weight of 500.

http://winnebagoind.com/resources/ma...Adventurer.pdf

It sounds like your trailer setup would overload the motor-home.

HR9121 · 08-25-2016, 10:56 AM

I have a 99 Monaco with the 275 Cummins 40 ft. You should be fine the 34 doesn't have as much overhang as mine. I pull a 28' with 3600# car and golf cart, tools etc and have no problems. The 275 can be a little weak pulling in hills but it will get the job done and you'll like the fuel mileage.

The Hitman · 08-28-2016, 07:43 PM

wow, both scary and interesting...

James, did you reinforce anything? change hitches or anything?

Thanks everyone!

HR9121 · 09-04-2016, 02:21 PM

Mine is not reinforced but I do periodic checks to make sure everything is ok. I have been thinking of welding some gussets just for extra peace of mind. Its 17 years old so fatigue does worry me a little.

Bill Baer · 09-07-2016, 04:57 PM

Chech out "trailer toad.com"

james schaechter · 09-08-2016, 05:14 AM

Many times the hitch on the RV's extend back longer than a traditional one even on a pusher. Ours has some very straightforward reinforcement and it looks very striping,mwe pull a 24 foot trailer without a toad. I have seen a few and heard of many more that had the hitch fail if they were not beefed up. The reinforcement looked basic and would not be expensive on a pusher, because the hitch is the only area needing it. Most gasser RVs need a more complex frame reinforcement. I have heard the Ford Chassis RV s are better if you are looking at gassers.

The Hitman · 10-25-2016, 12:25 PM

Thank you everyone for your input...
We ended up buying a ford chassis Winnebago brand RV,
we have only pulled once to Beech Bend (and with an open trailer at that)
I believe the frame will get reinforced, (So I can sleep at night

) and I will also start looking for a trailer toad or something similar...

08-24-2016, 10:47 PM	#1
The Hitman Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 35 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Motorhome questions... If this isn't the place, let me know, i'll delete... I am buying my first motorhome and I have found one that I like, I am trying to avoid a toad and reinforcing the rear. I have found a Winnebago on a freight liner chassis with a 99 model Cummins engine and an allison .. My question, it is a pusher, I shouldn't have to reinforce anything in the rear due to the engine being back there, and the ride should be good due to it being "beefed up"for the engine.. Is that engine the same in the dodge trucks, I think the 99 models have a great reputation in the diesel world.. Any thoughts appreciated! __________________ SFV Motorsports IHRA MX36 Dan "The Hitman"

08-25-2016, 06:49 AM	#2
jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,118 Likes: 1,970 Liked 2,678 Times in 850 Posts	Re: Motorhome questions... A little more data needed...which model Winnebago, length, tag axle, Cummins 5.9 ????? Additionally, how much is it designed to tow (10K?) My coach is rated to tow 15K but doesn't necessarily mean I'd like to put a stacker behind it so how much are you looking to tow and how much tongue weight approximately? You probably can tow a 24 foot enclosed with no problem but the devil is in the details so please share some more info. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock

08-25-2016, 07:54 AM	#3
The Hitman Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 35 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Motorhome questions... 1999 Winnebago Adventurer 34V Engine•Fuel Type: Diesel •Horsepower (bhp): 275 •Displacement (l): 5.9 •Engine Brand Name: Cummins Basic Information•Year: 1999 •Make: Winnebago •Model: Adventurer •Trim: 33V •Type: Motorized Class A •Mileage: 52396 •Length (Feet): 34 •Chassis: Freightliner I currently have a 24' enclosed with a 3400lbs door car and a 1200 lbs golf cart. tongue weight is a bit higher due to the golfcart. thanks __________________ SFV Motorsports IHRA MX36 Dan "The Hitman"

08-25-2016, 10:09 AM	#4
Lew Silverman VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 1,438 Likes: 372 Liked 129 Times in 59 Posts	Re: Motorhome questions... The owners manual (page 4-2) states that the maximum towing/hitch pulling capacity, as built, is 5000 pounds with a maximum tongue weight of 500. http://winnebagoind.com/resources/ma...Adventurer.pdf It sounds like your trailer setup would overload the motor-home. __________________ Lew Silverman #2070 "The Wagon Master" N/SA

08-25-2016, 10:56 AM	#5
HR9121 Live Reporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New Bern, NC Posts: 3,351 Likes: 112 Liked 2,866 Times in 640 Posts	Re: Motorhome questions... I have a 99 Monaco with the 275 Cummins 40 ft. You should be fine the 34 doesn't have as much overhang as mine. I pull a 28' with 3600# car and golf cart, tools etc and have no problems. The 275 can be a little weak pulling in hills but it will get the job done and you'll like the fuel mileage. __________________ James Williamson W200 J/SA

08-28-2016, 07:43 PM	#6
The Hitman Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 35 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Motorhome questions... wow, both scary and interesting... James, did you reinforce anything? change hitches or anything? Thanks everyone! __________________ SFV Motorsports IHRA MX36 Dan "The Hitman"

09-04-2016, 02:21 PM	#7
HR9121 Live Reporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New Bern, NC Posts: 3,351 Likes: 112 Liked 2,866 Times in 640 Posts	Re: Motorhome questions... Mine is not reinforced but I do periodic checks to make sure everything is ok. I have been thinking of welding some gussets just for extra peace of mind. Its 17 years old so fatigue does worry me a little. __________________ James Williamson W200 J/SA

09-07-2016, 04:57 PM	#8
Bill Baer Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Nothern IL Posts: 596 Likes: 1 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Motorhome questions... Chech out "trailer toad.com" __________________ Bill Baer 3391 SC, 339B SC, QR

09-08-2016, 05:14 AM	#9
james schaechter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Cumming GA Posts: 1,928 Likes: 1,064 Liked 1,212 Times in 249 Posts	Re: Motorhome questions... Many times the hitch on the RV's extend back longer than a traditional one even on a pusher. Ours has some very straightforward reinforcement and it looks very striping,mwe pull a 24 foot trailer without a toad. I have seen a few and heard of many more that had the hitch fail if they were not beefed up. The reinforcement looked basic and would not be expensive on a pusher, because the hitch is the only area needing it. Most gasser RVs need a more complex frame reinforcement. I have heard the Ford Chassis RV s are better if you are looking at gassers. __________________ James Schaechter 3163 STK

10-25-2016, 12:25 PM	#10
The Hitman Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 35 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Motorhome questions... Thank you everyone for your input... We ended up buying a ford chassis Winnebago brand RV, we have only pulled once to Beech Bend (and with an open trailer at that) I believe the frame will get reinforced, (So I can sleep at night) and I will also start looking for a trailer toad or something similar... __________________ SFV Motorsports IHRA MX36 Dan "The Hitman"