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Long Travel Trailer
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Lucy & Dezi might know the answer to this one . . . For various reasons, I need the back end of the pick-up and can't tow a 5th wheel; so, I'm stuck w/ looking at TT's. I like one in particular that's 35' long. My weights are all OK on both towing veh & toad. Issue to me is whether this is too long. You...
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5th wheel set up procedure
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Hello We are torn between getting a fifth wheel or a MH and have never had an rv before so I was wondering if those that have fifth wheels could explain to me your procedure for setting up and the time it takes you? Are there options that would make it easier and faster? Is there any heavy lifting or someth...
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Some information on selecting an RV and what I wound up with
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When I started my blog about a month ago, my hunt for a motorhome was occuping most of my thoughts. So most of the posts were about how I was hunting and what I was hunting for. Some of that may be useful to others to give ideas on such a search. Now that I actually own one, I'll need to start accessorizing,...
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We did it~~~~~
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http://www.motorhomesusa.com/ucarriage06-38royalinternational-1898-F600FW.html
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Shopping Around
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I looked ar a beautiful Damond today. The price was within our budger and it seemed to be spotless. I was looking through the kitchem and opened the fridge door. I just about lost my lunch! It smelled like a dead mouse was in there. I just left and went home. Can someone ever get that smell out. Ther...
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Why I am NOT going to buy a Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff!
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Last week I was all set to buy either a new Rockwood 8317SS or a Flagstaff 831QBSS (both are 33 feet and have a Bunkhouse). Lucky for me, one of the forum members pointed out to me that my tow vehicle's receiver wouldn't handle the 948 lb. "dry" tongue weight because the "actual" to...
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how do you know if RV is good for FT use?
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It might seem like a dumb question but I've been wondering about it ever since I saw where someone said not all RV's are good for FT use. Whats the main things one looks for? asks for? -- Edited by SkyJean on Tuesday 12th of October 2010 09:52:17 AM
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driving solo
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I just joined this group and at the moment I am at work pretending to work!!! I know nobody has done that before. I just posted on the introduction page under leap of faith, Terry & Jo were my first responses so I feel official. I haven't purchased anything yet but I am planning to leave in the spring....
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where to buy
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Just a mental meandering musing..the DW and I have found, so far, the mfg, model and everything else 5er we think would most suit our comfort and needs to join in the RV life style when that time comes. At this time, a question comes to mind about where to purchase our hearts desire. Since we probably won...
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Small Class C (or B) Reviews
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Hello. I am in the beginning stages of preparation to go full-time. I am planning to purchase a used Class C motorhome, as small as I can feel comfortable in with my two dogs. Today I looked at a 24' Winebago View. I would be very comfortable and happy in this vehicle as far as size, look and layout. I a...
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1996 Bounder
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I found a 1996 Bounder that is located near my home. I don't know the mileage yet, but I was wondering if anyone knows anything about this model of motorhome. The owner sent me pics and it looks to be well cared for. I will find out tomorrow mileage, if it has been kept inside and if maint. records are av...
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J Riechman
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signing papers
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We have an appointment tomorrow to sign papers for a 2006 Crossroads Paradise Pointe 5th Wheel 30RL. We plan to use it for weekend trips, vacations and to visit the grandchildren! It's 33 feet long and has many "extras"...mostly two big leather recliners!! Now, we if we just could find...
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rv stackable washer & dryer
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we are looking to put a stackable washer and dryer in our mobile suites. does anyone know or had an experience with them. what is probably the best.
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Credit Life Insurance on RV
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How do you guys feel about Credit Life Insurance on buying an RV with a loan. Our's will cost $10.00 per month attached to the note....
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Melstar
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Extended Warranty
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We are in the process of buying a 5th Wheel.....2006 model.....the RV place is offering an extended warranty. I know I was reading somewhere about this and the consensus was don't get it. Are the warranties worth it?
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Melstar
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Need advice
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Hi there,We just purchases a new travel trailer and they are recommending the paint protection that will also include the fabric/leather/vinyl protection as well as the 5 year extended warranty on top of the manufacturer 2 years. The extended warranty is money back if you don't use at the end of the...
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Downsizing 5W - dealer trade in or sell it ourselves?
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We're preparing to conclude our full-timing chapter after a wonderful 2 year tour of the US with our kids. We want to downsize our 5th wheel to a less bulky size and also are willing to downgrade the amenities for the more limited use of a vacation rig. Any experiences with trade in's at dealers to downs...
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Found two good deals.....I think
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Anyone have opinions on: 1. 2003 NuWa Hitchhiker Premier 35 FK $22,900 2. 2006 Paradise Pointe 30RL $22,900 The Paradise Pointe is newer and well kept....one owner...had kept under cover The HH Premier they got to wholesale..... Both are very clean and nice on th...
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rv wholesalers
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Has anyone ever bought from or dealt with RV Wholesalers on line. They handle only brand new units at big discounts. Mel
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Older RV Fixer or Newer Model?
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I'm wondering about this from a cost standpoint. I don't have exact figures since I haven't gotten that deeply into the research yet, but what are everyones's thoughts on fixing up and older RV vs. buying newer? Pro's, con's? Obviously, and older rig would cost us much less than a newer one and I enjoy f...
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Anyone here Fulltiming or Planning to in a MH longer than 40 foot?
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I know Gene is.. .45 foot I believe. We're just curious... Wondering what your expereinces have been with parks. Where you generally travel etc.. As we're looking for our DP we're finding everything we can really see living in is 42 - 45 foot. We realize that a lot of state parks will be out of the que...
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Towing Behind A Class C
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I'm posting this in the buying forum because it pertains to our choice of what to buy. We fell in love with the 2007 Conquest Ultra Super C. I like it because it's not a monster to drive and allows everyone to ride together in comfort. Until recently I never gave much thought to towing a car, but we're consi...
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would you buy your r.v. again?
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we have a wonderful a national tropi-cal motorhome. when we bought it we assumed we would be long term part-timers. we love the lifestyle so much that we have decided that within the next 5 to 7 years (depending on when hubby can retire) we will be full-timing. we also know that our motorhome is not our id...
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Fifth Wheel trailers by Gulf Stream
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We are Future Fulltimers and are looking at the Aztec and Canyon Trail Fifth Wheels from Gulf Stream. They look very well built and have the things in it that we are looking for. We have searched all of the dealer lots in our area and have kind of narrowed it down to those. My question is: Are there others ou...
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BlueBook for RVs
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Is there an online source for pricing used RV's similar to Kelly's Blue Book for autos?
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Buying first RV with full time plans
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I have spent so many hours online my eyeballs are going to bleed (LOL) but yet no closer to an answer to the infamous question "MH or 5'ver?" I will be heading out next year to be a first-time full-timer. I am a single female in my early 40's and will be doing this alone (two cats will be accompa...
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Financing
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We are going to finance our impending RV, but with this economy.... Is it difficult to get financing? We have money to put down and decent credit, but I've heard from a few people that financing is pretty tight these days.
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How old is too old?
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I am a single, "older" female and will be fulltiming in the next 6 months. I have narrowed my search down to small C-B's. I have been looking at 2005's and newer with diesel engines. I have recently come across a 1998 Coachhouse C (gas) with 18,000 miles extremely reasonably priced. At...
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Age Restrictions on your motor home
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We want to buy a MH and really are leaning towards older ones too cost wise,but have come across one place we were thinking of going saying they have a 12 yr restriction but to send them photo How commen is this,,we were looking into long term stay. We live in Canada by the way
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Gas or diesel?
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I am going with a used Class A 36-40' for full-timing solo. There seems to be quite a debate on the fuel issue. I thought I had settled 100% on diesel then I had some nay-sayers and now I am confused again. Your thoughts/opinions?
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