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Pinon · Pinon

Anyone have any opinions on these? Went to an RV show, and evidently we have a dealer nearby - saw several and thought they were beautiful. We would definitely go used b/c they were very pricey. Any opinions? I was disappointed there were no Mobile Suites there for us to look at. May have to go se...

RonandJacki · RonandJacki

I don't post very much on here but...my wife and I went to the Fall Portland (Or) RV show today. This was a relatively awesome show compared to the last one in the Spring with more used units on display. Although this was the local dealer's show, this show was primarily new units with some 2011 units on...

hogsheartrvs · hogsheartrvs

We anticipate retiring soon and want to RV in a Class A. However, the first question I have is gas, or diesel, the way to go? If we plan on living in the northeast during the summer months and southeast during the winter months. We may plan on extended trips out west at different times. Will letting th...

Ckerr · Ckerr

If you noticed my recent rash of posts you will see I've begun seriously 5th wheel shopping. I've done a lot of research so consider myself fairly well educated. But one of the areas I'm not clear on is what I really need in terms of inverter size. I won't be moving much for a few years -- will have the unit...

Jmj4080 · Jmj4080

Currently we own a TT, Mckenzie Starwood, but am looking into purchasing a used Class A gas model, would love a diesel but out of price range for now. We were looking at camping world yesterday and found a nice Damon Intruder 2001 351 model with less than 6,000 on it. Looking to get any feedback on the Da...

nightsky · nightsky

First some background: Almost one year ago to the day I bought a brand new KZ Sportsmen 280RLSS travel trailer. MSRP was $23,000+, I paid $17,500 cash so no payments on it. I bought this particular model because of the super slide which gave it a lot of space inside. My SO had muscular dystrophy making wa...

cherylbrv · cherylbrv

Hi, I did a search on the forum for Keystone and noticed that the threads were quite old, but also very negative. I love some of the floor plans of the 2013 Montana and was wondering if anything has changed? Have they improved their customer service and warranty policies or is still recommended to stay...

gauijons · gauijons

Hi, my DW and I are going to go FT early next year, and we are thinking of using a domicile in SD. We have not yet bought the MH and are wondering how early do we neet to register in order to get lower sale taxes ??

victorianlady51 · victorianlady51

As a dreamer, I've looked at workamping opportunities just to see what could be out there when we begin our full time adventure. As well as the resume, many employers request a photo of you and of your rig. I understand the employer wants their place to look nice. So here's my question: Is it importan...

suse1023 · suse1023

we do this all the time over on the horse boards, put out what we're looking for and those so inclined find candidates and we all have a grand time discussing them and why or why not they might be suitable. if this is normal here hurray!! if not no biggie. but just in case---- we're going to be ready to buy in...

Lonney Wade · Lonney Wade

Advice from experienced 5th wheel owners, I'm trying to get my 5th wheel level in towing; Trailer is connected with weight on truck. What makes it different is that I have a AIRSAFE hitch 25K and the trailer can move up and down about 3" what's nice is that I can't even feel the trailer; http://www...

hoppers · hoppers

this is my only second post but been reading for several months.We will full time within the next 6 months to 2 years...hopefully. like everyone it seems like we debate MH vs. 5th wheel and we know there is no right answer but an individual thing. we have made progress tho... We pretty much know our MH an...

warrak79 · warrak79

Hello! My wife and I are finally going to purchase a camper in the next few weeks. She's never been in one and my only experience is a vague memory of a fishing trip in Dad's camper when we were young. We have a few ideas on what we're looking for but have no idea of what would work best for our family. We th...

Grams · Grams

We had planned to wait until our home sold, but found a deal that we don't want to pass up. So on Saturday, we are traveling 5 hours to purchase our new full-time home. It's exciting and scary all at the same time! We'll go back in a few weeks later to actually take possession and do our walk thru. But thi...

ODBeef · ODBeef

Hey all. I'm about to start touring again (full time) in an RV with my traveling art gallery. It'll include me, a 48lb American Staffordshire Terrier, and my small bike. The art gallery is self-contained with free-standing walls that are about 3' wide and 6' tall, stack-able and flat. The materials w...

LibertyLinda · LibertyLinda

My how plans for buying an RV change! We would appreciate hearing from Trilogy owners: the good, the bad and the ugly. I have read previous posts on them, but they are a few months old, and would like to hear how the traveling is and living in the Trilogy is for you owners. We have changed our focus from the D...

Knights Watch · Knights Watch

Hello everyone, DH and I are in the early stages of purchasing a 5th wheel for snowbirding in either this winter or next. I have been active on a few other rv forums. While it appears that this forum is shows some favoritism toward DRV products, I understand there is a wealth of experience and knowledge h...

injunear · injunear

We need your help with info on this 5th wheel. We spotted this unit setting in someones yard and had to take a look. There is also a 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD extened cab 6.0L with the 5th wheel. Owner is asking $19,500 for both. He bought it from the widow of a friend. They pulled it to Florida every wint...

cejones4210 · cejones4210

So fellow RV Dreamers, I know I can rely on you to give good advice, so here it goes; A friend in Portland, OR area is looking at a 1997 Airbus, 31' with 20,000 miles on it. She has never RVed and would be traveling by herself as her husband will not go with her. She would like an RV to travel with her dogs as s...

nessa9566 · nessa9566

Just wondering if any of you know much about the Heartland Sundance. Been looking online and at dealerships and seem to be drawn to this fifth wheel. We like the layouts and the price but was wondering if they are actually good for full time living. We still have 4 years to go before we can full time but li...

suse1023 · suse1023

we're open to all suggestions, and as we research the mazillions of options we keep coming down to this one basic question. which brands should we focus on? i do know from reading and remembering my parents' experience that most go though a few rig configurations before finding their ideal for full ti...

RVPAINTER · RVPAINTER

Did not know where to post this. Has anyone any experience with Chalet RV, Inc. Albany OR. member of RVIA www.chaletrv.com In March at the Albuquerque RV Show we saw their Model XL1938 A-frame travel trailer with expanding hard sided dormer - looked nice. We are developing Plan B as we are starting...

MarkS · MarkS

There are two new fifth wheels about to be on the market. Holiday Rambler is beginning production in 2014 of the presidential series and Peterson is announcing a new Excel trailer next week. There isn't much information out yet the Presidential other than a few photos and some basic weight informati...

Anna · Anna

Hallo, we are planing to buy a used motorhome.Some of the older models are having surprisingly low milage done.I have been told,that on all old modells the odometer goes only up to 100 000 miles and than restarts. Any idea if this could be true?And if,how can I find out on what models/year they stoped do...

jfreeland518 · jfreeland518

Hi. I am planning on retiring in two years and taking to road in a class B. It will just be me and my dog. I have been researching different vehicles and I really like LTV -- especially the Serenity, but, I want to be able to go north in the winter. Is there a way to winterize a RV or do I need to look for one that is...

suse1023 · suse1023

There are still a ton of ways for the deal to go south but i am so ready to be looking at new rigs. we have an F350 one ton diesel dually which is rated for 13500 lbs and i hope i can find a fifth wheel we'll find big enough to live comfortably in and yet be around 30ft--and with a few slides, for sure. we'd love a fr...

lowryc50 · lowryc50

Hi everyone, a few months ago I posted about the must haves when buying a full time rig(in my case a 5th wheel). I got alot of great feedback and we have made our decision. Now I have a new question and I hope this is under the right topic area since I will be buying an RV. Here we go....When I order the 5th wheel...

suse1023 · suse1023

we're going to start looking for our rv in earnest soon and are mapping out the rv dealerships to hit for best selection and best reputation. of course who to avoid would be even more helpful too! we'd like to see a lot of pre owned as well as new units and the budget is 50 k. thanks so much, this will be so fun!...

Claudia · Claudia

Hi, Searched for posts comparing fiver to tt, but only ones I could find were kinda old. I'm sure most ot the issues with towing and hitching are the same, but would like to hear from members that have owned both and why they prefer one over the other. We are leaning towards a used fiver. They seem to ha...

sewingjana · sewingjana

Looking at a 2000 36' Tradewinds by National RV DP. I know they are out of business. Does anybody have a response in general about this unit? It has a 300hp C6 Catipillar, ALLISON 5 SP transmission, freightliner chassis. It also has a slide out kitchen. (not refrigerator) We are going fulltime and seve...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Excel 5th wheels (Preview) Anyone have any opinions on these? Went to an RV show, and evidently we have a dealer nearby - saw several and thought they were beautiful. We would definitely go used b/c they were very pricey. Any opinions? I was disappointed there were no Mobile Suites there for us to look at. May have to go se...	Pinon	10	10039	08:26 AM Jun 19, 2013 by MarkS
	Open Range (Preview) I don't post very much on here but...my wife and I went to the Fall Portland (Or) RV show today. This was a relatively awesome show compared to the last one in the Spring with more used units on display. Although this was the local dealer's show, this show was primarily new units with some 2011 units on...	RonandJacki	9	7656	01:38 PM Jun 19, 2013 by Timdeb72
	Diesel, or Gas, class A (Preview) We anticipate retiring soon and want to RV in a Class A. However, the first question I have is gas, or diesel, the way to go? If we plan on living in the northeast during the summer months and southeast during the winter months. We may plan on extended trips out west at different times. Will letting th...	hogsheartrvs	5	1304	11:43 PM Jun 18, 2013 by CurveCarver
	Inverter Size (Preview) If you noticed my recent rash of posts you will see I've begun seriously 5th wheel shopping. I've done a lot of research so consider myself fairly well educated. But one of the areas I'm not clear on is what I really need in terms of inverter size. I won't be moving much for a few years -- will have the unit...	Ckerr	6	1169	06:19 PM Jun 18, 2013 by Ckerr
	Anyone familiar with a Damon Intruder 2001 351 model? (Preview) Currently we own a TT, Mckenzie Starwood, but am looking into purchasing a used Class A gas model, would love a diesel but out of price range for now. We were looking at camping world yesterday and found a nice Damon Intruder 2001 351 model with less than 6,000 on it. Looking to get any feedback on the Da...	Jmj4080	1	740	02:34 PM Jun 15, 2013 by Terry and Jo
	Need some feedback please (Preview) First some background: Almost one year ago to the day I bought a brand new KZ Sportsmen 280RLSS travel trailer. MSRP was $23,000+, I paid $17,500 cash so no payments on it. I bought this particular model because of the super slide which gave it a lot of space inside. My SO had muscular dystrophy making wa...	nightsky	5	1065	12:08 AM Jun 15, 2013 by nightsky
	Experience with Keystone Montana (Preview) Hi, I did a search on the forum for Keystone and noticed that the threads were quite old, but also very negative. I love some of the floor plans of the 2013 Montana and was wondering if anything has changed? Have they improved their customer service and warranty policies or is still recommended to stay...	cherylbrv	16	4277	07:22 PM Jun 13, 2013 by rclvnv
	Domicile SD (Preview) Hi, my DW and I are going to go FT early next year, and we are thinking of using a domicile in SD. We have not yet bought the MH and are wondering how early do we neet to register in order to get lower sale taxes ??	gauijons	15	1817	01:46 AM Jun 12, 2013 by RVKevi
	RV and Workamping (Preview) As a dreamer, I've looked at workamping opportunities just to see what could be out there when we begin our full time adventure. As well as the resume, many employers request a photo of you and of your rig. I understand the employer wants their place to look nice. So here's my question: Is it importan...	victorianlady51	3	937	02:38 AM Jun 9, 2013 by Lucky Mike
	internet shoppers--want to help locate our new rig somewhere in the northeast? (Preview) we do this all the time over on the horse boards, put out what we're looking for and those so inclined find candidates and we all have a grand time discussing them and why or why not they might be suitable. if this is normal here hurray!! if not no biggie. but just in case---- we're going to be ready to buy in...	suse1023	8	1313	11:36 PM Jun 5, 2013 by cherylbrv
	Tips on leveling my 5th wheel with a air safe hitch (Preview) Advice from experienced 5th wheel owners, I'm trying to get my 5th wheel level in towing; Trailer is connected with weight on truck. What makes it different is that I have a AIRSAFE hitch 25K and the trailer can move up and down about 3" what's nice is that I can't even feel the trailer; http://www...	Lonney Wade	5	2056	08:16 PM Jun 4, 2013 by heyjohnm
	Dutchman ....Infinity 5th. wheel (Preview) this is my only second post but been reading for several months.We will full time within the next 6 months to 2 years...hopefully. like everyone it seems like we debate MH vs. 5th wheel and we know there is no right answer but an individual thing. we have made progress tho... We pretty much know our MH an...	hoppers	33	16154	11:56 AM Jun 3, 2013 by Pflug
	First time camper owners - Questions! (Preview) Hello! My wife and I are finally going to purchase a camper in the next few weeks. She's never been in one and my only experience is a vague memory of a fishing trip in Dad's camper when we were young. We have a few ideas on what we're looking for but have no idea of what would work best for our family. We th...	warrak79	3	1784	04:27 PM Jun 1, 2013 by Workinrvers
	Saturday is THE day! (Preview) We had planned to wait until our home sold, but found a deal that we don't want to pass up. So on Saturday, we are traveling 5 hours to purchase our new full-time home. It's exciting and scary all at the same time! We'll go back in a few weeks later to actually take possession and do our walk thru. But thi...	Grams	6	1270	04:35 AM Jun 1, 2013 by WestWardHo
	Need advice on fulltime setup (Preview) Hey all. I'm about to start touring again (full time) in an RV with my traveling art gallery. It'll include me, a 48lb American Staffordshire Terrier, and my small bike. The art gallery is self-contained with free-standing walls that are about 3' wide and 6' tall, stack-able and flat. The materials w...	ODBeef	13	1343	10:29 PM May 30, 2013 by ODBeef
	would like to hear from Trilogy owners (Preview) My how plans for buying an RV change! We would appreciate hearing from Trilogy owners: the good, the bad and the ugly. I have read previous posts on them, but they are a few months old, and would like to hear how the traveling is and living in the Trilogy is for you owners. We have changed our focus from the D...	LibertyLinda	6	1434	04:27 AM May 31, 2013 by WestWardHo
	First post by newbie to this forum. (Preview) Hello everyone, DH and I are in the early stages of purchasing a 5th wheel for snowbirding in either this winter or next. I have been active on a few other rv forums. While it appears that this forum is shows some favoritism toward DRV products, I understand there is a wealth of experience and knowledge h...	Knights Watch	6	1329	04:19 PM May 29, 2013 by Bobbi
	2002 Cedar Creek 36RLTS (Preview) We need your help with info on this 5th wheel. We spotted this unit setting in someones yard and had to take a look. There is also a 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD extened cab 6.0L with the 5th wheel. Owner is asking $19,500 for both. He bought it from the widow of a friend. They pulled it to Florida every wint...	injunear	11	2805	03:32 PM May 29, 2013 by Bobbi
	Assistance and guidance needed for a friend (Preview) So fellow RV Dreamers, I know I can rely on you to give good advice, so here it goes; A friend in Portland, OR area is looking at a 1997 Airbus, 31' with 20,000 miles on it. She has never RVed and would be traveling by herself as her husband will not go with her. She would like an RV to travel with her dogs as s...	cejones4210	5	878	03:12 PM May 29, 2013 by Bobbi
	Heartland Sundance (Preview) Just wondering if any of you know much about the Heartland Sundance. Been looking online and at dealerships and seem to be drawn to this fifth wheel. We like the layouts and the price but was wondering if they are actually good for full time living. We still have 4 years to go before we can full time but li...	nessa9566	10	3451	02:54 PM May 29, 2013 by Bobbi
	bottom line--in your opinion what is the best built rig out there? (Preview) we're open to all suggestions, and as we research the mazillions of options we keep coming down to this one basic question. which brands should we focus on? i do know from reading and remembering my parents' experience that most go though a few rig configurations before finding their ideal for full ti...	suse1023	42	3826	07:43 PM May 26, 2013 by GENECOP
	NOT AN RV (Preview) Did not know where to post this. Has anyone any experience with Chalet RV, Inc. Albany OR. member of RVIA www.chaletrv.com In March at the Albuquerque RV Show we saw their Model XL1938 A-frame travel trailer with expanding hard sided dormer - looked nice. We are developing Plan B as we are starting...	RVPAINTER	9	3700	10:27 AM May 26, 2013 by griffin30
	Two new fivers, Holiday Rambler and Excel (Preview) There are two new fifth wheels about to be on the market. Holiday Rambler is beginning production in 2014 of the presidential series and Peterson is announcing a new Excel trailer next week. There isn't much information out yet the Presidential other than a few photos and some basic weight informati...	MarkS	2	1094	01:22 AM May 26, 2013 by Alie and Jims Carrilite
	Odometer restarts at 100 000 miles?? (Preview) Hallo, we are planing to buy a used motorhome.Some of the older models are having surprisingly low milage done.I have been told,that on all old modells the odometer goes only up to 100 000 miles and than restarts. Any idea if this could be true?And if,how can I find out on what models/year they stoped do...	Anna	3	1161	03:29 PM May 25, 2013 by Anna
	Class B and traveling north during the winter (Preview) Hi. I am planning on retiring in two years and taking to road in a class B. It will just be me and my dog. I have been researching different vehicles and I really like LTV -- especially the Serenity, but, I want to be able to go north in the winter. Is there a way to winterize a RV or do I need to look for one that is...	jfreeland518	2	2464	09:48 PM May 23, 2013 by justkathyz
	house is under contract and i can finally start shopping for a new (to me) fifth wheel (Preview) There are still a ton of ways for the deal to go south but i am so ready to be looking at new rigs. we have an F350 one ton diesel dually which is rated for 13500 lbs and i hope i can find a fifth wheel we'll find big enough to live comfortably in and yet be around 30ft--and with a few slides, for sure. we'd love a fr...	suse1023	5	886	01:35 PM May 22, 2013 by Bobbi
	Generator and Inverter when buying 5th wheel (Preview) Hi everyone, a few months ago I posted about the must haves when buying a full time rig(in my case a 5th wheel). I got alot of great feedback and we have made our decision. Now I have a new question and I hope this is under the right topic area since I will be buying an RV. Here we go....When I order the 5th wheel...	lowryc50	6	4290	03:45 AM May 22, 2013 by Terry and Jo
	help pls identify best dealers w/ biggest inventory in the north east? (Preview) we're going to start looking for our rv in earnest soon and are mapping out the rv dealerships to hit for best selection and best reputation. of course who to avoid would be even more helpful too! we'd like to see a lot of pre owned as well as new units and the budget is 50 k. thanks so much, this will be so fun!...	suse1023	3	860	02:07 AM May 18, 2013 by Lucky Mike
	5th wheeler vs travel trailer (Preview) Hi, Searched for posts comparing fiver to tt, but only ones I could find were kinda old. I'm sure most ot the issues with towing and hitching are the same, but would like to hear from members that have owned both and why they prefer one over the other. We are leaning towards a used fiver. They seem to ha...	Claudia	13	1993	04:55 AM May 14, 2013 by NWescapee
	Thoughts on 2000 36' Tradewinds by National RV DP (Preview) Looking at a 2000 36' Tradewinds by National RV DP. I know they are out of business. Does anybody have a response in general about this unit? It has a 300hp C6 Catipillar, ALLISON 5 SP transmission, freightliner chassis. It also has a slide out kitchen. (not refrigerator) We are going fulltime and seve...	sewingjana	1	885	08:10 PM May 9, 2013 by bjoyce
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