Author: Amped To Glamp

Now that I have one long trip down the east coast and back, I think I can pass on some things I have learned. I hope that this will help calm any nerves you may have concerning buying an RV.

Driving an RV.

We bought a 35 foot class A, so it looks like a bus, but is on a truck chassis and so drives like a truck. I find that the more I drive it, the more comfortable I get. Now it is quite easy to drive, other than in small parking lots, I … Read More

There are five basic types of RV. I say basic types, because there are differences within each type that will affect the size, and options that come in that RV. Now that we are clear, let’s start the list.

Class A

The Class A is the largest RV that can be driven. Class A RVs come in two types, gas and diesel, sometimes called “diesel pushers” because the engines are most often in the rear. They can be as short as 27 feet long or as large as 45 feet long. Gas class A’s use a truck chassis … Read More

The big day is here!  It’s time to pick up your new RV.  Here are ten tips to help you get through delivery day!

#1 Get a good night’s rest the day before picking up your RV.

There’s a lot to do when picking up an RV from the dealership and the entire RV delivery process can take up to 6 hours or more.  So, make sure you are well rested.  You will need to be sharp as you walk through your RV, complete paperwork, and review inspection items.  It’s easy to get mental fatigue, so remember to take … Read More