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kdkarch · kdkarch

Hello everyone, and thank you in advance for helping us out, we always come straight here when we need to ask a question. We are having a hard time finding a camper because I am chemically sensitive and all the new and slightly used campers are making me sick. First off we are looking for a 5th wheel BH 200...

osanmike · osanmike

We are down to 28 months until we start our full time adventure. We have decided that we will be purchasing (cash) a used Class A DP and we do not want to spend more than $50K. I have been looking on RVTrader.com and craigslist and have seen many that look good to me. Unfortunately we cannot go out and look at...

dannick · dannick

Well...it looks like I'll finally be getting my first RV next week. It's a 92 Fleetwood Tioga 24ft. (Photos) It's not new and not perfect but it will be a fun way to get into RVing while also providing a "project" for my son and I to work on together. Plus, I'm not spending a small fortune on it ei...

FamilyOf5 · FamilyOf5

(http://www.granddesignrv.com/solitude365-floor.php)

farmerobrown · farmerobrown

Lordy Mercy--anyone have any experience with the Travel Star Galaxy ? I've never heard of them until the wife pulled 2013 up online. Weighs 8500# 12' tall and 32' long, might be good for 3 seasons? Looks nice on the inside.

Rob_Fla · Rob_Fla

Dear Excel Family Members, Peterson Industries, Inc. has been a pillar of the RV industry and our community for nearly 50 years. Founded in 1966 by Vaughn & Leonard Peterson, the Excel brand has survived crisis upon crisis and always bounced back. Beginning with the fuel shortages in 1974, when...

FamilyOf5 · FamilyOf5

This may not be the best thread to ask this in, but there did not seem to be one specific thread that this question seemed to most apply to. Since this heavily influences my ability to buy an RV... As part of the plan to go full time and buy a truck and 5th wheel, we are trying to limit ourselves to just finan...

BiggarView · BiggarView

We have looked at the "new" Front Bathroom models in several lines of RVs. It occurs to me that the FW, GW & BW tanks for these appear to be positioned in the forward part of some models. Would this design be a cause for higher pin weights or lower basement loading potential? I'm assumin...

farmerobrown · farmerobrown

We are looking to soon buy our first 5th wheel and are checking out the Carriage Cameo's, NuWa Hitchhikers and Heartland Big Horns. It is interesting to balance the length, weight and budget along with what our needs are in an RV. Big Horns are plentyfull and offer a wide selection to look at. Has anyon...

suse1023 · suse1023

I'm looking for a super c for myself and ran across this today. 2012 Host Super C I cant find interior pictures darn it. Edit by moderator: Altered the link to avoid a long link address stretching the page too wide. Terry -- Edited by Terry and Jo on Saturday 14th of March 2015 08:20:32 PM

Mark V · Mark V

Over the past year or so I've changed my mind many times about which type of RV would best suit my purposes, and have decided to go as small as I can possibly go while maintaining most of the creature comforts that I know I wouldn't like to do without. Along those lines, I've pretty much settled on ordering...

NINK · NINK

Hello all. I'm starting this topic here, but it originated in the Campground Discount Programs & Memberships section. Here's part of the thread from that section. "Personally, our family is still looking for a good RV to full time in. We normally do our own repairs, So what I take from...

Linda3612 · Linda3612

John and I are shopping for a fifth wheel to full-time in. We intend to stay half the time in state parks and federal campgrounds. John is concerned that if we go above a 35' length we are going to greatly reduce our options as far as where we can stay. Need opinions from RVers who do a lot of this type of ca...

allieoop · allieoop

I am trying to find a good used rv that can pull my horse trailer to replace the new one that was a lemon. I am now looking at a Dynamax Dynaquest 2005 M35 250 Hp model. I can't find this model in the NADA guidelines. If any one knows what else you can use book value please let me know. Also if you know of any foru...

Big Mike · Big Mike

I have noticed on several posting for Used RV's that there are three engine descriptions: 8.1L Vortec Engine 8.1 Chevy Engine 8.1 with the Banks System. Are these all the same engine or are there differences?

Big Mike · Big Mike

QUESTION ONE Has anyone had any buying experience with PPL Consignment on the PURCHASING/BUYING side of the equation? They seem to have very good deals on Consigned RV's. One thing that I am a little concerned with is if they actually can perform an inspection for you of the RV that you want to purchas...

Loki · Loki

I own a 2012 Montana 313RE I have travelled with over 40,000 miles. While it is a great 5th wheel with only minor flaws, it's not really suitable for longer stays in winter weather. I have added a few things that made 2 or 3 weeks manageable under freezing conditions, but it wasn't too comfy, so I'm think...

Oregonhiker · Oregonhiker

I was hoping to hear from someone who has taken delivery from both a dealer and a manufacturer on new purchases. Or, any feedback is always good. I asked yesterday at the dealer and he told me that it was a $3000.00 cost to pick up a new motorhome at Newmar. We are in Eugene, Or. so someone either the dealer o...

Bonlou10 · Bonlou10

Fred and I have found our coach. We did a lot of research and have signed a contract for a 2006 Tiffin Phaeton 40QDH. We will be full time soon. target date February 2nd 2015. Part of our process was using the Motorhome Comparison Guide by Randall Eaton. We would like to pass it along to someone still in th...

JL · JL

My wife and I are looking to purchase a 5th wheel/have one built. Does anyone have any knowledge about a company called North American RVs and Cargo Trailers or the quality of their product? Their website is: rvsandcargotrailers.com Thanks, Joe and Lindy

Vagabond · Vagabond

Wifey and I are driving ourselves a little nuts, trying to nail down one TT for our planned one year journey around the US. We have decided a 30-32' rear living trailer suits our needs, and are stuck between a Jayco 318RETS, and Arctic Fox 32A. The Jayco has the potentially regrettable Lippert frame, bu...

alternativeview · alternativeview

It's been awhile (last summer!) since I introduced myself and posted a couple times. Since then, the house sold (quickly) and, after taking care of family matters, we've been short-term-renting. RV research was temporarily suspended, but now, we're back at it with gusto! I've continued to lur...

lowryc50 · lowryc50

My wife and I are about 2 years from retirement(we plan to fulltime) and have been going to RV shows and dealers for the last year or so. All of the rigs we have looked at look great however we are trying to understand what some must haves would be in purchasing a 5th wheel for full time living. I would like t...

jrushp31 · jrushp31

Hi Has any one know about the, Bock Home In Indiana Rally in the month of July for NEXUS Campers? I have a 2012 Phantom 31p class c and wood like to make the camp out . Jrush31p

AZbillsfan · AZbillsfan

AI currently have a 38' fifth wheel. I am interested in hearing from those of you who have had both fifth wheels and Class A's as to which you prefer and why? Whatever I get next I want to have auto leveling. I am also having to attend a rally soon in the boondocking area due to lack of FHUs. It just seems l...

Kathryn · Kathryn

Hello. Does anyone have any good thoughts and insight on a 2003 Teton Laramie Experience vs. a 2002 Excel Limited? Let's assume for now they are about equal in condition and care? I know that Teton no longer has an existing business behind it. That is a plus for the Excel but not a deal breaker for us....

Bobc · Bobc

Over your year of being full timers how many different RV's have you had and why did you make the changes you made?

Fun Boy Tours · Fun Boy Tours

After getting through the holidays and a health challenge we are ready to get back to our homework. We are on the hunt for a 24 - 26 foot 5th wheel after 20 years in an 8 foot popup camper. We want the shorter length as we will be in campgrounds vs RV parks. That size range will be easier to find and park in camps...

MS601 · MS601

So here is one for all of the experts...or at least the more experienced. We are wanting to do some extended part time/full time RV living. Currently we have a 27 TFT. tow behind that we will be selling. We are Mom, Dad, and 3 kids ages 7, 12, and 15. We had been planning on buying a Class C, but recently we wer...

Bill and Jodee · Bill and Jodee

We are picking up our new rig <woooohoooo> on the 6th. Now that the time is finally here I cannot find a check list for the dealer walk-through (not inspection). I have tried several different key words in the Search but am coming up short Maybe I saw it (them) on a different forum? Soooooo, if a...

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	Chemically Sensitive (Preview) Hello everyone, and thank you in advance for helping us out, we always come straight here when we need to ask a question. We are having a hard time finding a camper because I am chemically sensitive and all the new and slightly used campers are making me sick. First off we are looking for a 5th wheel BH 200...	kdkarch	15	4666	06:09 PM Apr 9, 2015 by Dwb
	RV's to avoid (Preview) We are down to 28 months until we start our full time adventure. We have decided that we will be purchasing (cash) a used Class A DP and we do not want to spend more than $50K. I have been looking on RVTrader.com and craigslist and have seen many that look good to me. Unfortunately we cannot go out and look at...	osanmike	19	5008	10:28 AM Apr 8, 2015 by Barbaraok
	Motorhome VIN#s (Preview) Well...it looks like I'll finally be getting my first RV next week. It's a 92 Fleetwood Tioga 24ft. (Photos) It's not new and not perfect but it will be a fun way to get into RVing while also providing a "project" for my son and I to work on together. Plus, I'm not spending a small fortune on it ei...	dannick	4	1441	10:54 AM Apr 3, 2015 by dannick
	Tire Upgrade (Preview) (http://www.granddesignrv.com/solitude365-floor.php)	FamilyOf5	2	1417	02:30 PM Mar 27, 2015 by FastEagle
	Wife discovered a Travel Star (Preview) Lordy Mercy--anyone have any experience with the Travel Star Galaxy ? I've never heard of them until the wife pulled 2013 up online. Weighs 8500# 12' tall and 32' long, might be good for 3 seasons? Looks nice on the inside.	farmerobrown	2	1328	09:47 AM Mar 21, 2015 by farmerobrown
	Sad day, we lost anther good RV Company. (Preview) Dear Excel Family Members, Peterson Industries, Inc. has been a pillar of the RV industry and our community for nearly 50 years. Founded in 1966 by Vaughn & Leonard Peterson, the Excel brand has survived crisis upon crisis and always bounced back. Beginning with the fuel shortages in 1974, when...	Rob_Fla	4	1908	05:26 AM Mar 21, 2015 by Bill and Linda
	For Sale By Owner (Preview) This may not be the best thread to ask this in, but there did not seem to be one specific thread that this question seemed to most apply to. Since this heavily influences my ability to buy an RV... As part of the plan to go full time and buy a truck and 5th wheel, we are trying to limit ourselves to just finan...	FamilyOf5	8	2089	01:37 PM Mar 20, 2015 by Someday
	Front Bathroom Fifth wheel question for the engineers... (Preview) We have looked at the "new" Front Bathroom models in several lines of RVs. It occurs to me that the FW, GW & BW tanks for these appear to be positioned in the forward part of some models. Would this design be a cause for higher pin weights or lower basement loading potential? I'm assumin...	BiggarView	9	1871	09:33 PM Mar 19, 2015 by flyone
	Looking at used 5th wheels (Preview) We are looking to soon buy our first 5th wheel and are checking out the Carriage Cameo's, NuWa Hitchhikers and Heartland Big Horns. It is interesting to balance the length, weight and budget along with what our needs are in an RV. Big Horns are plentyfull and offer a wide selection to look at. Has anyon...	farmerobrown	3	1586	09:15 PM Mar 18, 2015 by farmerobrown
	This is different--a fifth wheel/truck camper combo i guess (Preview) I'm looking for a super c for myself and ran across this today. 2012 Host Super C I cant find interior pictures darn it. Edit by moderator: Altered the link to avoid a long link address stretching the page too wide. Terry -- Edited by Terry and Jo on Saturday 14th of March 2015 08:20:32 PM	suse1023	8	1735	08:57 AM Mar 18, 2015 by PD CFK
	LTV Unity 24IB Solar Options (Preview) Over the past year or so I've changed my mind many times about which type of RV would best suit my purposes, and have decided to go as small as I can possibly go while maintaining most of the creature comforts that I know I wouldn't like to do without. Along those lines, I've pretty much settled on ordering...	Mark V	19	5739	04:22 PM Mar 11, 2015 by Mark V
	Slides v. Non-Slides (Preview) Hello all. I'm starting this topic here, but it originated in the Campground Discount Programs & Memberships section. Here's part of the thread from that section. "Personally, our family is still looking for a good RV to full time in. We normally do our own repairs, So what I take from...	NINK	23	13613	07:02 PM Mar 9, 2015 by Sushidog
	Need Opinions--best length of RV for State/Federal Park camping? rv length state parks federal parks fifth wheel length (Preview) John and I are shopping for a fifth wheel to full-time in. We intend to stay half the time in state parks and federal campgrounds. John is concerned that if we go above a 35' length we are going to greatly reduce our options as far as where we can stay. Need opinions from RVers who do a lot of this type of ca...	Linda3612	11	2297	06:33 AM Mar 9, 2015 by Alie and Jims Carrilite
	Dynamax Dynaquest Class C Diesel (Preview) I am trying to find a good used rv that can pull my horse trailer to replace the new one that was a lemon. I am now looking at a Dynamax Dynaquest 2005 M35 250 Hp model. I can't find this model in the NADA guidelines. If any one knows what else you can use book value please let me know. Also if you know of any foru...	allieoop	1	1531	11:08 AM Mar 7, 2015 by suse1023
	CHEVY GM ENGINE TYPES (Preview) I have noticed on several posting for Used RV's that there are three engine descriptions: 8.1L Vortec Engine 8.1 Chevy Engine 8.1 with the Banks System. Are these all the same engine or are there differences?	Big Mike	5	1712	03:35 PM Mar 6, 2015 by Clay L
	PPL Consignment - Mileage and Warranty (Preview) QUESTION ONE Has anyone had any buying experience with PPL Consignment on the PURCHASING/BUYING side of the equation? They seem to have very good deals on Consigned RV's. One thing that I am a little concerned with is if they actually can perform an inspection for you of the RV that you want to purchas...	Big Mike	2	1619	10:54 AM Mar 5, 2015 by Glenn West
	Short 5th Wheel with Fulltiming Capability (Preview) I own a 2012 Montana 313RE I have travelled with over 40,000 miles. While it is a great 5th wheel with only minor flaws, it's not really suitable for longer stays in winter weather. I have added a few things that made 2 or 3 weeks manageable under freezing conditions, but it wasn't too comfy, so I'm think...	Loki	4	2160	08:30 AM Mar 3, 2015 by Loki
	Factory vs dealer for new purchase delivery? (Preview) I was hoping to hear from someone who has taken delivery from both a dealer and a manufacturer on new purchases. Or, any feedback is always good. I asked yesterday at the dealer and he told me that it was a $3000.00 cost to pick up a new motorhome at Newmar. We are in Eugene, Or. so someone either the dealer o...	Oregonhiker	13	9472	10:40 PM Feb 24, 2015 by HighwayRanger
	Motorhome Comparison Guide (Preview) Fred and I have found our coach. We did a lot of research and have signed a contract for a 2006 Tiffin Phaeton 40QDH. We will be full time soon. target date February 2nd 2015. Part of our process was using the Motorhome Comparison Guide by Randall Eaton. We would like to pass it along to someone still in th...	Bonlou10	11	4283	10:26 AM Feb 24, 2015 by jlb27537
	North American RV's......Quality Manufacturer??????? (Preview) My wife and I are looking to purchase a 5th wheel/have one built. Does anyone have any knowledge about a company called North American RVs and Cargo Trailers or the quality of their product? Their website is: rvsandcargotrailers.com Thanks, Joe and Lindy	JL	4	2095	05:56 PM Feb 23, 2015 by Alie and Jims Carrilite
	The price of high quality... (Preview) Wifey and I are driving ourselves a little nuts, trying to nail down one TT for our planned one year journey around the US. We have decided a 30-32' rear living trailer suits our needs, and are stuck between a Jayco 318RETS, and Arctic Fox 32A. The Jayco has the potentially regrettable Lippert frame, bu...	Vagabond	14	2389	10:20 AM Feb 17, 2015 by jlb27537
	RV Consumer Group vs JR Consumer Resources (Preview) It's been awhile (last summer!) since I introduced myself and posted a couple times. Since then, the house sold (quickly) and, after taking care of family matters, we've been short-term-renting. RV research was temporarily suspended, but now, we're back at it with gusto! I've continued to lur...	alternativeview	6	2157	03:24 PM Feb 15, 2015 by alternativeview
	Must have's in a full time RV (Preview) My wife and I are about 2 years from retirement(we plan to fulltime) and have been going to RV shows and dealers for the last year or so. All of the rigs we have looked at look great however we are trying to understand what some must haves would be in purchasing a 5th wheel for full time living. I would like t...	lowryc50	45	9025	12:50 PM Feb 15, 2015 by OToole
	Back Homein Indiana (Preview) Hi Has any one know about the, Bock Home In Indiana Rally in the month of July for NEXUS Campers? I have a 2012 Phantom 31p class c and wood like to make the camp out . Jrush31p	jrushp31	0	1153	03:16 PM Feb 10, 2015 by jrushp31
	Next rig- 5er or Class A (Preview) AI currently have a 38' fifth wheel. I am interested in hearing from those of you who have had both fifth wheels and Class A's as to which you prefer and why? Whatever I get next I want to have auto leveling. I am also having to attend a rally soon in the boondocking area due to lack of FHUs. It just seems l...	AZbillsfan	24	2250	08:25 AM Feb 10, 2015 by ChefMom
	Teton vs. Excel (Preview) Hello. Does anyone have any good thoughts and insight on a 2003 Teton Laramie Experience vs. a 2002 Excel Limited? Let's assume for now they are about equal in condition and care? I know that Teton no longer has an existing business behind it. That is a plus for the Excel but not a deal breaker for us....	Kathryn	16	5755	03:44 PM Feb 9, 2015 by Kathryn
	Full timers/ how many RV's have you had. (Preview) Over your year of being full timers how many different RV's have you had and why did you make the changes you made?	Bobc	19	1655	09:35 AM Feb 9, 2015 by Camper Chronicles
	5th wheel floor plan advice please (Preview) After getting through the holidays and a health challenge we are ready to get back to our homework. We are on the hunt for a 24 - 26 foot 5th wheel after 20 years in an 8 foot popup camper. We want the shorter length as we will be in campgrounds vs RV parks. That size range will be easier to find and park in camps...	Fun Boy Tours	13	2113	04:35 PM Feb 5, 2015 by jlb27537
	Class A Concerns (Preview) So here is one for all of the experts...or at least the more experienced. We are wanting to do some extended part time/full time RV living. Currently we have a 27 TFT. tow behind that we will be selling. We are Mom, Dad, and 3 kids ages 7, 12, and 15. We had been planning on buying a Class C, but recently we wer...	MS601	15	1758	07:52 PM Feb 2, 2015 by jlb27537
	Where's that "walk-through" list? (Preview) We are picking up our new rig <woooohoooo> on the 6th. Now that the time is finally here I cannot find a check list for the dealer walk-through (not inspection). I have tried several different key words in the Search but am coming up short Maybe I saw it (them) on a different forum? Soooooo, if a...	Bill and Jodee	6	1454	10:33 PM Feb 1, 2015 by Kathryn
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