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08-25-2020, 01:14 AM #1
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Full time 310 storage
Is anyone full timing in a 310? We are considering buying one for full time . I think it has enough storage for the basics but is there room for hobby equipment: fishing, hiking gear, crafts, etc.?
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08-25-2020, 06:18 AM #2
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Lots of folks full-timing in the Solitude 310GK. My wife carries a sewing machine (behind the theater seats) and some supplies in tubs in the overhead storage. We have bikes on a rack on the back. There is room in the basement and front compartment for a tackle box and rods. Hiking gear is not bulky, so I'm not sure what you mean there. We used to carry a Sea Eagle inflatable kayak but weren't using it, so we gave it to the kids. There's a lot of storage in the bedroom, too - especially if you don't install a washer/dryer. We did, so we lost that closet for storage space. The 310 is very doable for full-timing. It's rather low on CCC (cargo carrying capacity) from a weight point, though.
RobU.S. Army Retired
2012 F350 DRW CC LB Lariat PS 6.7
2020 Solitude 310GK-R, MORryde IS, disc brakes,
Sailun LRG tires, solar, DP windows, W/D
(Previously in a Reflection 337RLS)
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08-25-2020, 06:11 PM #3
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I am concerned about the CCC. Do you have a generator?
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08-25-2020, 06:41 PM #4
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We full time in our 310GK and have no problem with a lack of storage or CCC. Of course, it depends entirely on the individual. Would I like more room? Sure! I'd like to have a shop full of tools, a full size work bench, etc, etc. But, we packed our RV knowing what our limitations were and it works fine for us.
Brian & Kellie
2020 Solitude 310GK-R, FBP, 1,460w solar, 540ah BBGC3, MORryde IS w/disc brakes
2020 F-350 Platinum SRW Powerstroke Tremor, 60g TF fuel tank, Hensley BD3-F air bag hitch
Previous setups:
2019 Solitude 373FB-R, 2019 F-350 Platinum DRW Powerstroke, Hensley BD5 air bag hitch
2016 Reflection 318RST, 2016 GMC 3500 Denali SRW Duramax, Hensley BD3 air bag hitch
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08-25-2020, 06:58 PM #5
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Forum hint: use the "Reply With Quote" (as I have done here) and folks will know whom you are addressing. For now, I'll assume it was me...
No - we do not have a generator (but, as mentioned, we have a washer and a dryer). We have solar and a couple of Battle Born LiFePO4 batteries. Our MORryde independent suspension installation (with hydraulic disc brakes) added about 400 lbs. of unsprung weight. We are at the GVWR with empty tanks, but with the MORryde, I'm not concerned about it. If you have CCC concerns, consider the 8K axle factory upgrade option with disc brakes and load range H tires. That package officially increases the GVWR by 1,000 lbs. Had that been available when we ordered, I would have seriously considered that.
RobU.S. Army Retired
2012 F350 DRW CC LB Lariat PS 6.7
2020 Solitude 310GK-R, MORryde IS, disc brakes,
Sailun LRG tires, solar, DP windows, W/D
(Previously in a Reflection 337RLS)
Full time since 08/2015
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08-25-2020, 11:55 PM #6
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john and betty
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2020 GD Solitude 310GK
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10-25-2020, 03:08 PM #7
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As Rob said, great choice and exactly what we're getting for extended touring after we empty nest next year. Grand Design just began offering optional upgraded axles (8,000lb in lieu of 7,000lb), better suspension, disc brakes and a better shock absorbing pin. I haven't checked yet, but, would be very surprised if the more robust axles didn't offer considerably more cargo weight capacity. Worth checking.
Mike & Donna McGee
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10-31-2020, 08:40 AM #9
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Frank & Jolynn Martin
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Mabel & Bailey, Golden Retriever Fur Kids
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2019 Solitude 3350RL S-Class, 4440# CCC, Reese 20K GooseBox, 8K EOH Disc brakes, RV Airflow, SoftStartRV, 2-206AH SOK batteries, Victron Multiplus II, Victron 30A DC2DC,790W of Solar, Flex Armor Roof, Blu Tech Water Filtration, BlazeCut Fire Suppression
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