C-Dory vs Class B RV

journey on · Posted: Thu May 09, 2019 12:41 pm Post subject:

Journey On is a 25' C-Dory and doubles as a rv and better yet, as a boat.

The only RV parks where we've been refused is one south of Campbell River and the KOA in Las Vegas. Both times that was a blessing because we found better solutions.

Emptying the poop tank is easy. I found a 3" rubber elbow with a lip on one end at a RV parts place. I attach a normal pumpout hose on one end, place the lip end over the overboard fitting and have Judy turn on the macerator. All flows gently into the RV park pumpout. Pay attention, if that elbow slips, there's a mess.

For the grey water, I made a PVC fitting that fits inside the sink overboard, attached a garden hose to the other end and lead the hose to a 5 gal can. To make the fitting, turn down one end of a PVC nipple and slot it so that it will fit.

Boris

C-Hawk · Posted: Thu May 09, 2019 2:00 pm Post subject:

C-Sharp-
When did you get your CD22? I see from your side bar info that you have a CD22 and a photo album with pics of the boat "C-SHARP"

C-Sharp
Joined: 11 Nov 2018
Posts: 34
City/Region: Eastsound
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2006
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C Sharp
Photos: C-Sharp

Looks like a nice boat.

Knipet · Posted: Thu May 09, 2019 10:08 pm Post subject:

Hi Roger,
Bought C Sharp in AZ (where we winter) last January, and hauled it up to Orcas Island in April. Still sorting it out, but plan on attending the CBGT in Friday Harbor the weekend after next. So far I really like it!

- Steve

thataway · Posted: Thu May 09, 2019 11:47 pm Post subject:

The liquids are a bit of a problem, when "Boater Homing'. We have used a 2 1/2 gallon container with the sink hose hooked up to it, and then taking that to dump into the sewer. The porti potty covers the septic side of it--in the 22's and 23's. We have a composting toilet in the 25, so that does not require a holding tank. (The urine tank is discharged every 2 to 3 days into a toilet or sewer connection.)

I agree with those who feel that a 3/4 ton--and not a dually--unless a very large camper. Less weight on each of rear tires--plus light pickup body--more traction in 4 by 4 3/4 ton. (or even just a 4 x 2). The GVCW is too much for most of the 1 ton Camper vans. I had a Road Trek on a 1 ton Dodge chassis--towing the 25, was marginal--I did it a few times short distances. The Tow capacity was 6800 lbs--but had to have pretty much empty class C. And the C Dory 25/ Venture 26 all weigh more than 6800 on the trailer.

Peter & Judy · Posted: Fri May 10, 2019 11:34 am Post subject:

If I was in your shoes, I would buy a C-Dory and if I decided to do a road trip without water involved, I would rent a Motor Home for the trip. You would probably end up money ahead depending on how much you used the RV.

ken35216 · Posted: Fri May 10, 2019 9:07 pm Post subject:

I have both and having both is wonderful.

I have a Coachman Orion Class C Motorhome, that is about 20 ft (small for an RV), on the new Ford Transit van chassis. It drives like a car, fantastic for camping, hooks up and unhooks in about 5 minutes, very easy to fuel, better turing radius than my 3/4 ton GMC, and could almost be used as a daily driver. Much easier than towing a travel trailer or a boat and I have have a 125cc Yamaha scooter, that sits on the back of it, for transportation once I get there. It's the perfect camping setup for me.

That said if I could only have one I'd pick the 3/4 ton truck and the boat.

BUT, having both is wonderful Very Happy

ken35216 · Posted: Fri May 10, 2019 9:08 pm Post subject:

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