Looking at FC 25FB - Thoughts?

[Bob662]

I've got a 25'FC, and it's perfect for us, but I do believe the 27' is the true "sweet spot." I wanted to use an F-150 because it's my daily driver, but with your 250 you have the perfect combination. We;ll done!

[kscherzi]

Have the 27FB with just the 2 of us mostly. However my adult son and brother in-law camped with us for a week last year. The biggest hassle is the nightly tearing down the dinette to make their beds then put it all away in the am so we could use the dinette for meals. Additionally storage is pretty inadequate for 4 adults and their stuff.

The 27FB (and maybe the 25FB) does have a nifty slide out bed along the sofa large enough for one adult or maybe two small children. Does not require tear down of the dinette.

[Seemore2006]

We have the 25' - it's tight for more than two and although we've had 6 for dinner - it's tight too! You will have to travel light if you have more than 2 humans and while storage in the truck works - it's still a hassle unless you are super-organized and don't mind standing in the rain for the thing you most need in the bin nearest the cab. Sleeping comfortably on the pull out couch - works only after the four for cocktails have left - or you are willing to bring along a bulky foam mattress type pad that takes up too much storage. It can be done in a 25' but remember those VW commercials where people kept piling out of the Beetle?

[gypsydad]

One last comment for either 25' or 27'; the new twin bed models have 3 or 4 outside storage bins, depending on front or rear bed location. The rear twin bed configuration has the 4. All of these are a big plus for storage over the older models. We have plenty outside storage now with bed of pick up used for lounge chair and 2 bins to hold our camping equipment. Works for us.

[dkottum]

On the other hand, our 25RB queen has one outside storage access on the street side which makes it handy for setting up for camp and towing. I don't think the amount of storage space is much different in either bed model, it's the access that is different. The single rear outside access gets us to our exterior camping stuff, lift the queen mattress for easy access to everything else without going outside.

There is another front side storage access that we drastically reduced in size for our recliner install, we keep our power stabilizer drill, CorrosionX and some lubes in there.

We found some long and narrow clear plastic storage boxes to fit through the little side access hatches which organizes gear nicely and makes it easier to retrieve through those little openings. We can put four of them in there, and I keep our wheel torque wrench and hitch wrenches just inside the hatch on an old braided rug, handy for crawling underneath if needed. All the ProPride hitch parts are bolted to the tongue and the receiver stays there as well. Works pretty well.

[KJRitchie]

A lot of owners of the 25 and 27 floorplans complain about the dinette/side lounge comfort for watching TV or reading. You'll miss your couches and easy recliners.

I'm tearing out the curbside dinette seat on my 25fb to install a Lambright recliner.

Kelvin

[btowntincan]

Our experience in the 25' FB is perfect for:

2 for sleeping
4 for dining
6 for cocktails
10 for Karaoke party that's out of this world.

Nightly tearing down of table for a bed is a bit of a hassle, unfortunately.

[nwacamper]

Originally Posted by OTRA15

A 40' 5th wheel with four slide-outs?

The Titanic !

Don't you know it lol!!!

[nwacamper]

Thanks everyone, I think we will give the 30 bunk a shot.

[gypsydad]

Originally Posted by dkottum

On the other hand, our 25RB queen has one outside storage access on the street side which makes it handy for setting up for camp and towing. I don't think the amount of storage space is much different in either bed model, it's the access that is different. The single rear outside access gets us to our exterior camping stuff, lift the queen mattress for easy access to everything else without going outside.

There is another front side storage access that we drastically reduced in size for our recliner install, we keep our power stabilizer drill, CorrosionX and some lubes in there.

We found some long and narrow clear plastic storage boxes to fit through the little side access hatches which organizes gear nicely and makes it easier to retrieve through those little openings. We can put four of them in there, and I keep our wheel torque wrench and hitch wrenches just inside the hatch on an old braided rug, handy for crawling underneath if needed. All the ProPride hitch parts are bolted to the tongue and the receiver stays there as well. Works pretty well.

To us, the outside storage access IS a big deal, having had 2 earlier 25' models with only one outside access compartment. We have 3 now with our front twin, and it means not having to go inside to get at tools, propane hose's, for BBQ, 4-folding chairs, 8x10 outdoor carpet, folding table, fishing rod, tackle box, screened in room for picnic table, portable shade, hiking sticks, fresh water hoses, chocks, leveling blocks, electric drill for leveling jacks, portable propane bottles, TV cable, or tire covers....(did I miss something?) LoL
Anyway, I am sure they will discover the one that best suites their needs...we all adapt to our AS... Sounds like the 30' bunk may be a good choice...

[dkottum]

Easy access to all that outdoor gear without going inside, or pulling it through all those little hatches. Tri-fold tonneau for complete access and ProPride hitch to allows space to drop the tailgate.

[Meeks]

Hopefully I'm not repeating anything as I may have missed some of the posts on this thread.

Since this is such a big change for the OP in terms of trailer size I would highly suggest purchasing a newer but used unit. This way if it doesn't suit your needs you won't lose as much money selling it as you would compared to a new unit.

Good luck with whatever you decide!

[OTRA15]

Originally Posted by nwacamper

Thanks everyone, I think we will give the 30 bunk a shot.

Good choice! No slide outs?



Are you getting one for this summer, or longer term planning?

Happy Trails . . .

Peter