It is about to get crazy in the bay area. They close the Bay Bridge on Wednesday evening and will reopen it with the new east-side span(fingers crossed) by Tuesday the 3rd. Highly recommend taking the other bridges, BARTt, Ferries, swimming, or avoiding going to the city for the weekend.

 

I would only go near there if I lose my sanity and decide to buy that '97 F350 crew cab dually I found on Autotrader. It is in Union City.

Jim

 

I agree, Jim. A fifth wheel would probably be overkill for you. A small tow behind, that your bronco could handle, would probably be a better fit for you, unless you decide to find a sweetie to join you on your ventures. For something for just you, I think a small trailer would be much more affordable and practical.

BTW, a fifth wheel trailer would have the fifth wheel pin box that would be suited for a fifth wheel hitch mounted on the middle of the bed of a truck (usually mounted to the frame). If the tow vehicle has an in-bed gooseneck hitch (a ball set into the floor of the bed and attached to the frame), you would need an adapter. The adapters aren't real cheap and it might be better to just find a used fifth wheel hitch to mount in the tow vehicle, rather than buy an adapter. The only practical reason to buy an adapter would be if you needed the gooseneck hitch too, as in hauling stock trailers, etc.

Here is a link to a used adapter in good shape in Fresno.
Gooseneck adapter

 

Jim, here is a 24' tow behind. Not sure what the weight is or if your Bronco could handle it but I would think 24' would be max for your rig. You will have to do some research to see if the pony could handle it. It's from Fresno Craigslist.
24 FT. TRAVEL / CAMP TRAILER & TOW PACKAGE PRICED 2 SELL! $3,500. OBO

 

Have you considered something like this?
1992 Jayco pop up travel trailer
Would easily tow behind your Bronco, and much more affordable that a travel trailer.

 

Now Jim, this one looks like a much more appropriate size for your Bronco... But like I said before, you would have to do some research and see if the Pony could handle it.
***99 Fleetwood wilderness 19n small size travel trailer****

 

Another small one but much more affordable. Looks like you, Jim.
1976 Komfort Travel Trailer

 

Here's an oldie, but cheapie.
1970 18 ft Travel Trailer

 

Thanks for the links Tim. I am sure the Bronco can tow the 24ft, as I have already done the research. I would say though, that I would not want anything bigger than that. However, two things would stop me from getting that one. First, I don't want to spend $3,500 on a trailer, as doing so, would mean I have to scrimp somewhere else. And two, looking at the bathroom, and toilet configuration, there is no room for my straight right leg when sitting on it.

Pop up trailers would be an ideal compromise allowing for better mpg when towing, and still being able to use it when popped up. However, I would like a little more privacy when sleeping other than a thin nylon mesh "wall". Just a personal phobia I have. The others you linked all look good, and two of them come in under $2,000 which is what I have set as my trailer limit.

And again, since I am by myself, there is no reason to have a long trailer. I just need something I can sleep in for a night or two at a time (like Pismo for example) and then tow back. Sure I could take the F350 dually, and tow any trailer I decide to buy. However, the F350 is not a 4x4 and if I am going to Pismo, or Hollister, I would want to take the Bronco. The F350 would be perfect for gtgs though, especially long trips up to Sacramento, or going down to Newport Beach to pick up a vehicle. (Will have to find an aftermarket cruise control setup though, my leg does not like the foot being glued to the gas pedal on long trips)

I think that last one, the 18' made in '70 would be the ticket. Even if nothing worked but the lights, it would still work. Just like that camper I got for free, I was still able to use it. I just took an ice chest for the food and drinks, and gallons of water for the sink. This one says everything works, so that is a plus. It does not look fancy, but it works. All I need. If you saw the F350 I am buying (well, hopefully, if it is still available next week) you would think they both were on their last legs. But under the hood will be a turbocharged, intercooled 6.9 when I am done with it. Spend the money where it counts, and scrimp on it where it doesn't. I found a car trailer in Colorado (on Ebay) for $1,000 and it tilts so you can drive a vehicle onto it (no ramps to worry about). If this check gets here before that auction ends, I will do my best to buy it.

Jim

 

Evening Jim and Hank

-The Great

 

Found this one eBay, and it is in California! (Amazing how many items on eBay are nowhere near California). The perfect solution. Car trailer, and travel trailer all in one.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/28-FOOT-ENCLOSED-TOY-HAULER-RACE-CAR-HOT-ROD-LIVING-QUARTERS-low-reserve-/181203763545?pt=Motors_Trailers&hash=item2a30960159
Of course, it is way too big, and heavy for the Bronco, however, the Bronco would fit inside. And I could live in the front half. Tow it down to Pismo, park it, and bring out the Bronco for some fun in the sand. I seriously doubt the price will stay under 2k though, but I am watching it just to see what it does sell for.

Jim

 

Evening Clint

Jim

 

I think that would be a little much for the Pony, Jim.

 

96 ford f350 4x4 powerstroke jim here u go found ur f350

 

Way too much for the pony, but the pony would be riding in the trailer when I tow it with the F350. Of course, I would only do that when going four wheeling. Any other time I use the trailer, I would leave the pony at home and just take the F350 and trailer.

Jim