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johncrenshaw · johncrenshaw

Still looking at the 5th wheel/motorhome decision and would like some input from you folks that actually use them. My wife and I prefer the Class A diesel pusher longer coaches and have been looking at the 40 foot and up Tiffins. As with many motorhomes out there, once you go over the 40 foot mark you get i...

TheHensons · TheHensons

We went to an RV show this weekend in Maryland and loved it! Loved the Montana's, Heartland Trademarks, and Cedar Creeks. We walked away from it both encouraged about prices and a little let down about floor plans. You see, we have 1 child age 3 when we hit the road. All the units we saw either catered to 3-...

Gary · Gary

I've noticed in my research that most RV's have approximately 3K for cargo space and are on 6K axles. Once you're fully loaded, you'd be pretty much at the stops for capacity. My question is, when ordering your RV, is it possible to get 7K axles? Would this give you a little more fudge room in packing an...

awshots · awshots

We are currently looking at different motorhomes and I have a question. I have been told by several people to stay away from any motorhome that has a rubber roof. Being an Aggie from Texas A&M, I have several questions. What is a rubber roof? How do I know if the model we are looking at has one? Wh...

breckrider · breckrider

We're beginning to look for a Class A and are debating between gas or diesel. Gas engine is more in our budget but we hear that Class A's last longer and are more reliable. I'd love to hear some opinions.

Colorado_Kid · Colorado_Kid

I have bought a 1994 Rexhall Aerbus 3300. I plan on my first trip being about the third week in April and plan on going out to eastern Colorado.

Pansen · Pansen

We made the decision last year to go full-time in an RV with our 4 children. The funny thing is, we have only been an RV once prior to making that decision. Our lease is up in March and I have been searching high and low for an RV that will work for us. At first, I thought we'd just get a Class A, but the safety rec...

bubbadan · bubbadan

Well we did it. G-Ma found an 03 Jayco on Craigslist I went and took a look at it and made a deal. I will pick it up next week. I am still wondering who this woman is and what she did with my wife. She talks and walks just like G-Ma. Back to the TT, it is 28 foot long and very simple but it will get us started.

LUVBYTES · LUVBYTES

loving the florida keys sitting here on the beach windows open feeling the cool breeze i never wanna leave i decided to live 6 months in NC and 6 months in the keys once we decide to be full timers i like boondocking too lol hey we all need a freebie once in a blue moon!

heyduke · heyduke

okay I need some expert help as I know nothing about RV's other than what I have read... this rig has a 350 Caterpillar Engine, 6 speed Allison Transmission, Freightliner Chassis and Full-Body Paint with 2 Slide-outs. Never been smoked in or had pets stay in it and it is claimed to be a single owner So wha...

bubbadan · bubbadan

Well I am going to look at a 2001 Sunnybrook tomorrow. I is not for full-timing, it just to get back to traveling in a TT. It is 24 foot with a rear bath, front bed, center kitchen. The owner bought it new and claims it has been in covered storage. They are selling it to up grade to a 5er and do more travel. G-Ma...

LUVBYTES · LUVBYTES

I JUST GOT THE CALL FROM MY HUBBY YEAH BABY ITS MINE WE JUST RIGHT THIS SECOND PURCHASED A 1996 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND HE WAS ASKING $25K AND MY HUBBY SAID ITS IN GREAT CONDITION LOOKS GOOD AND GOT A AWESOME DEAL ON IT $21,500.00 YEAHHHHHHH BUDDDDDDD-IE ITS MINE ITS MINE ITS REALLY REALLY MINE OH YEAHHHHHH!...

rheadabovewater · rheadabovewater

As some of you may know, I live in a stationary RV in Half Moon Bay, CA with my 21 year old son. A month ago my son and I took a week-long vacation and flew to Tampa, FL to visit relatives. We left his then-girlfriend in charge of the RV - she stayed here full-time while we were gone to take care of the critters...

Colorado_Kid · Colorado_Kid

http://www.roadtrek.com/news_details.aspx?x=N98wVO7MbRY%3d

bubbadan · bubbadan

I have found a 2002 5er by R-Vision Trail Lite. It is very clean and seem to have been used very little. It has been kept in covered storage when not being used. I am thinking this maybe the one I can use until I decided that the full time life is for me. I am wondering if this is too old and if anyone knows anythi...

2fortheroad · 2fortheroad

Well I guess we kind of took the plunge. Made an offer on a 2008 Jayco Designer RLTS today. Its on a RV auction site so we have to wait for auction close this afternoon to find out if we are the new owners. I hate playing the waiting game, but if we win I feel we will get a fantastic buy.

eagleshea · eagleshea

So we have made an offer on a 2011 Heartland 3385RL - I feel like we are getting a good price, but how do you know? I know that I have done some research for a while and we are some where 30% off of MSRP but is that the best deal I can get or have I left any on the table. I know that everyone goes through this, eve...

Stout · Stout

Any advise on purchasing a four season vs a snowbird rated 5th wheel. Plan on living in it for a couple of years then using it for trips south and for extended summer travel. Looking at a Bighorn model 3055. We have a 2007 Durmax to pull with.

LUVBYTES · LUVBYTES

i will take one from any of the photos on this link especially the one with the bunk beds i love the one that has the very light colored wood with the blk furniture my gosh i will i mean deff will have one of these one day!!! http://www.westsidemotorcoach.com/Renegade_Motorhome_Photos.htm

Lightfin · Lightfin

Which do you like better and why?? Seems to me the "booth" may be too confining?? I think I'm leaning toward table and chairs, but wonder what pros and/or cons I may be overlooking. Thanks in advance for sharing. Bob

bzffr8 · bzffr8

Ok, I hope this is not to long, but here is my situation. We live in Indiana, I am retired and my wife is still working. She will be done sometime this year. We want to be out of Indiana by next winter. I did not want to buy our fulltime rig and truck until we had our address changed and all banking and everythin...

tallan · tallan

About a month ago I posted that we are looking into "full timing" but wasn't sure if it would be feasible for us. It looks like after all is said and done full timing is going to work for us. Now to decide on the RV. It seems overwhelming when looking for a fulltime rig. We have narrowed it down to a...

DagoRanch · DagoRanch

I've seen some observations about rigs that are "rated" for full-time use and time after time I see a distinction being made that doesn't quite add-up in my mind. And it's not just us as consumers making these assumptions, but it's the entire industry playing into that assumption. No dou...

Ray-elaine · Ray-elaine

Just put a down payment on a 2000 allegro bus, going to pick it up in 2 weeks. WHAT ARE SOME THING WE SHOULD CHECK FOR ? Also , 2 tv's need 2 receivers, as we don't like watch the same chanel ? Is that possiable? thank for any info you can give two green motor hommers !

DorisandDave · DorisandDave

OK. 1st RV show in Topeka was a big disappointment and not worth the $12. 2 5fers, 2 tt and 3 motorhomes. Hopefully the Omaha show will be better.

Hamshog · Hamshog

Hey All, My bride and I are getting ready to start fulltiming, possibly around November of this year. We think we have our coach down to a Heartland Bighorn 3585RL. We'll both still be working full time ( both in our mid 50's ) for 5 to 6 more years in the Palm Springs, CA area. We have a park pic...

KD · KD

We are also (asked questions in another thread about 5th wheels) considering a 5th wheel toy hauler (an older rig). Anyone have one - and if so, how do you like it? Our current idea is to remodel the "garage" into home theatre kind of thing. Again, thanks. Karen -- Edited by KD on Saturday 27...

GENECOP · GENECOP

As many of you know our plan is to fly one way to Indiana from NY, pick up our Rig, and drive to the Rally. Two weeks later we will go directly to our seasonal site in Upstate NY. Should i request dealer plates from the dealer in OK, or can i register here in NY, Bring the plates with me. Thanks, Gene

Woodchip · Woodchip

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/rvs/1612466204.html

bzffr8 · bzffr8

Hi all Well it's time to pull the trigger and buy our new home. We have narrowed it down between the Cameo 36 cksls and the Select Suites 36 Tk3. We will also be purchasing a new Ford F450 or 550 either a left over 2010 or the redesigned 2011. A lot of analysis yet to come on that. I would like to know from people...

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	Moterhome/tag axle (Preview) Still looking at the 5th wheel/motorhome decision and would like some input from you folks that actually use them. My wife and I prefer the Class A diesel pusher longer coaches and have been looking at the 40 foot and up Tiffins. As with many motorhomes out there, once you go over the 40 foot mark you get i...	johncrenshaw	4	6231	10:10 AM May 17, 2010 by Roz
	Fifth wheel w/1 child, not 4 (Preview) We went to an RV show this weekend in Maryland and loved it! Loved the Montana's, Heartland Trademarks, and Cedar Creeks. We walked away from it both encouraged about prices and a little let down about floor plans. You see, we have 1 child age 3 when we hit the road. All the units we saw either catered to 3-...	TheHensons	14	3833	10:09 AM May 17, 2010 by Gary
	When ordering.... (Preview) I've noticed in my research that most RV's have approximately 3K for cargo space and are on 6K axles. Once you're fully loaded, you'd be pretty much at the stops for capacity. My question is, when ordering your RV, is it possible to get 7K axles? Would this give you a little more fudge room in packing an...	Gary	6	1609	09:54 AM May 17, 2010 by Gary
	Rubber roofs on motorhomes (Preview) We are currently looking at different motorhomes and I have a question. I have been told by several people to stay away from any motorhome that has a rubber roof. Being an Aggie from Texas A&M, I have several questions. What is a rubber roof? How do I know if the model we are looking at has one? Wh...	awshots	9	2515	04:19 AM Apr 28, 2010 by Roz
	Gas or Diesel (Preview) We're beginning to look for a Class A and are debating between gas or diesel. Gas engine is more in our budget but we hear that Class A's last longer and are more reliable. I'd love to hear some opinions.	breckrider	10	3095	03:26 PM Apr 23, 2010 by The Bear II
	I Have Done It! (Preview) I have bought a 1994 Rexhall Aerbus 3300. I plan on my first trip being about the third week in April and plan on going out to eastern Colorado.	Colorado_Kid	9	1977	10:02 PM Apr 20, 2010 by Colorado_Kid
	I am not liking the choices (Preview) We made the decision last year to go full-time in an RV with our 4 children. The funny thing is, we have only been an RV once prior to making that decision. Our lease is up in March and I have been searching high and low for an RV that will work for us. At first, I thought we'd just get a Class A, but the safety rec...	Pansen	20	4267	06:21 AM Apr 20, 2010 by Steak Eater
	update to looking (Preview) Well we did it. G-Ma found an 03 Jayco on Craigslist I went and took a look at it and made a deal. I will pick it up next week. I am still wondering who this woman is and what she did with my wife. She talks and walks just like G-Ma. Back to the TT, it is 28 foot long and very simple but it will get us started.	bubbadan	7	2224	08:13 AM Apr 19, 2010 by Dreamers
	I love KOA'S(Cherokee NC & the Florida KEYS! (Preview) loving the florida keys sitting here on the beach windows open feeling the cool breeze i never wanna leave i decided to live 6 months in NC and 6 months in the keys once we decide to be full timers i like boondocking too lol hey we all need a freebie once in a blue moon!	LUVBYTES	0	1118	06:13 PM Apr 15, 2010 by LUVBYTES
	found a 2004 Journey for sale - need advice (Preview) okay I need some expert help as I know nothing about RV's other than what I have read... this rig has a 350 Caterpillar Engine, 6 speed Allison Transmission, Freightliner Chassis and Full-Body Paint with 2 Slide-outs. Never been smoked in or had pets stay in it and it is claimed to be a single owner So wha...	heyduke	10	2498	08:06 AM Apr 15, 2010 by bjoyce
	looking (Preview) Well I am going to look at a 2001 Sunnybrook tomorrow. I is not for full-timing, it just to get back to traveling in a TT. It is 24 foot with a rear bath, front bed, center kitchen. The owner bought it new and claims it has been in covered storage. They are selling it to up grade to a 5er and do more travel. G-Ma...	bubbadan	6	1910	03:25 PM Apr 14, 2010 by bubbadan
	I JUST GOT THE CALLLLLLL YAAAAAAAAAY ITS MINE WITH A DEAL! :headbang: LINK TO THE PICTURES OF OUR NEW WELL USED BUT NEW TO US INSIDE (Preview) I JUST GOT THE CALL FROM MY HUBBY YEAH BABY ITS MINE WE JUST RIGHT THIS SECOND PURCHASED A 1996 FLEETWOOD SOUTHWIND HE WAS ASKING $25K AND MY HUBBY SAID ITS IN GREAT CONDITION LOOKS GOOD AND GOT A AWESOME DEAL ON IT $21,500.00 YEAHHHHHHH BUDDDDDDD-IE ITS MINE ITS MINE ITS REALLY REALLY MINE OH YEAHHHHHH!...	LUVBYTES	5	2470	07:15 AM Apr 13, 2010 by KarenInTheWoods
	Splendide funny story & an FYI :D (Preview) As some of you may know, I live in a stationary RV in Half Moon Bay, CA with my 21 year old son. A month ago my son and I took a week-long vacation and flew to Tampa, FL to visit relatives. We left his then-girlfriend in charge of the RV - she stayed here full-time while we were gone to take care of the critters...	rheadabovewater	3	2266	08:37 AM Apr 12, 2010 by jagco
	Roadtrek Class B Rear Slideouts (Preview) http://www.roadtrek.com/news_details.aspx?x=N98wVO7MbRY%3d	Colorado_Kid	2	1924	08:38 AM Apr 7, 2010 by Jomilt
	Too Old (Preview) I have found a 2002 5er by R-Vision Trail Lite. It is very clean and seem to have been used very little. It has been kept in covered storage when not being used. I am thinking this maybe the one I can use until I decided that the full time life is for me. I am wondering if this is too old and if anyone knows anythi...	bubbadan	12	2889	01:43 PM Apr 6, 2010 by Colorado_Kid
	We made an offer today (Preview) Well I guess we kind of took the plunge. Made an offer on a 2008 Jayco Designer RLTS today. Its on a RV auction site so we have to wait for auction close this afternoon to find out if we are the new owners. I hate playing the waiting game, but if we win I feel we will get a fantastic buy.	2fortheroad	11	2537	09:29 AM Mar 31, 2010 by dentalassistant
	Good Deal vs. Great deal (Preview) So we have made an offer on a 2011 Heartland 3385RL - I feel like we are getting a good price, but how do you know? I know that I have done some research for a while and we are some where 30% off of MSRP but is that the best deal I can get or have I left any on the table. I know that everyone goes through this, eve...	eagleshea	11	2581	04:05 PM Mar 25, 2010 by contra
	Four Season vs Snowbird (Preview) Any advise on purchasing a four season vs a snowbird rated 5th wheel. Plan on living in it for a couple of years then using it for trips south and for extended summer travel. Looking at a Bighorn model 3055. We have a 2007 Durmax to pull with.	Stout	2	1950	05:18 PM Mar 23, 2010 by Stout
	i want one of these so bad (Preview) i will take one from any of the photos on this link especially the one with the bunk beds i love the one that has the very light colored wood with the blk furniture my gosh i will i mean deff will have one of these one day!!! http://www.westsidemotorcoach.com/Renegade_Motorhome_Photos.htm	LUVBYTES	2	2125	11:26 AM Mar 23, 2010 by LUVBYTES
	Dinette Built-In Booth verses Table & Moveable Chairs ??? (Preview) Which do you like better and why?? Seems to me the "booth" may be too confining?? I think I'm leaning toward table and chairs, but wonder what pros and/or cons I may be overlooking. Thanks in advance for sharing. Bob	Lightfin	24	19696	01:34 PM Mar 20, 2010 by Sunriser
	Transition and Taxes (Preview) Ok, I hope this is not to long, but here is my situation. We live in Indiana, I am retired and my wife is still working. She will be done sometime this year. We want to be out of Indiana by next winter. I did not want to buy our fulltime rig and truck until we had our address changed and all banking and everythin...	bzffr8	4	2086	07:57 AM Mar 6, 2010 by Howard
	Army Chaplain Family on the move! (Preview) About a month ago I posted that we are looking into "full timing" but wasn't sure if it would be feasible for us. It looks like after all is said and done full timing is going to work for us. Now to decide on the RV. It seems overwhelming when looking for a fulltime rig. We have narrowed it down to a...	tallan	2	1335	02:15 PM Mar 5, 2010 by Workinrvers
	Fulltime 5th Wheels... A different take on it. ( 1 2 ) Rig Choice 5th Wheel fulltime (Preview) I've seen some observations about rigs that are "rated" for full-time use and time after time I see a distinction being made that doesn't quite add-up in my mind. And it's not just us as consumers making these assumptions, but it's the entire industry playing into that assumption. No dou...	DagoRanch	63	44215	03:06 PM Mar 4, 2010 by DagoRanch
	Need any info on a 2000 tiffin Allegro Bus ??? (Preview) Just put a down payment on a 2000 allegro bus, going to pick it up in 2 weeks. WHAT ARE SOME THING WE SHOULD CHECK FOR ? Also , 2 tv's need 2 receivers, as we don't like watch the same chanel ? Is that possiable? thank for any info you can give two green motor hommers !	Ray-elaine	5	2337	05:08 PM Mar 2, 2010 by Ray-elaine
	RV Show (Preview) OK. 1st RV show in Topeka was a big disappointment and not worth the $12. 2 5fers, 2 tt and 3 motorhomes. Hopefully the Omaha show will be better.	DorisandDave	8	3392	08:43 PM Feb 28, 2010 by heyduke
	What to get, what not to get? That is the question.. (Preview) Hey All, My bride and I are getting ready to start fulltiming, possibly around November of this year. We think we have our coach down to a Heartland Bighorn 3585RL. We'll both still be working full time ( both in our mid 50's ) for 5 to 6 more years in the Palm Springs, CA area. We have a park pic...	Hamshog	25	2973	11:16 AM Feb 28, 2010 by Bill and Linda
	5th Wheel Toy Haulers (Preview) We are also (asked questions in another thread about 5th wheels) considering a 5th wheel toy hauler (an older rig). Anyone have one - and if so, how do you like it? Our current idea is to remodel the "garage" into home theatre kind of thing. Again, thanks. Karen -- Edited by KD on Saturday 27...	KD	4	1591	12:39 PM Feb 27, 2010 by DagoRanch
	Plates/ registering/Picking up a new Rig (Preview) As many of you know our plan is to fly one way to Indiana from NY, pick up our Rig, and drive to the Rally. Two weeks later we will go directly to our seasonal site in Upstate NY. Should i request dealer plates from the dealer in OK, or can i register here in NY, Bring the plates with me. Thanks, Gene	GENECOP	5	1445	12:41 PM Feb 25, 2010 by DagoRanch
	Coachmen suggestions (Preview) http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/rvs/1612466204.html	Woodchip	3	1264	08:09 AM Feb 24, 2010 by Woodchip
	Decison Time (Preview) Hi all Well it's time to pull the trigger and buy our new home. We have narrowed it down between the Cameo 36 cksls and the Select Suites 36 Tk3. We will also be purchasing a new Ford F450 or 550 either a left over 2010 or the redesigned 2011. A lot of analysis yet to come on that. I would like to know from people...	bzffr8	6	1853	08:24 AM Feb 23, 2010 by igotjam
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