Hi Everyone. Well, after 15 years the RV-Dreams Community Forum is coming to an end. Since it began in August 2005, we've had 58 Million page views, 124,000 posts, and we've spent about $15,000 to keep this valuable resource for RVers free and open. But since we are now off the road and have settled down for the next chapter of our lives, we are taking the Forum down effective June 30, 2021. It has been a tough decision, but it is now time.
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We purchased a 2002 DP 3 years ago, it had 92,000 miles. With a diesel somewhat higher mileage is not a bad thing.
I paid to have a certified RV inspector go over the entire coach prior to purchase, it was worth it. One can even have a fluid analysis done on the engine.
Great to have new batteries and tires, but everything else might be 15 years old ( ours had newer ACs )
There are so many "complicated" systems. That is 12 volt and 120 volt electric. A fridge and hot water heater that runs on electric and gas.
And a plumbing system that has been subjected to every one of those 58,000 miles.
We had to replace all the skylights as they leaked. Look for water damage, as in stains, soft floor, sag in ceiling.
One might be able to drive it, but it's way more involved than buying a car. Or a regular house.
From what I have learned on this forum, while there certainly are some high quality manufactures, RVs are not held to the same standards as cars.
Just different companies using many of the same components, and hopefully putting them together well.
Does it have double pane windows, good for keeping out noise, but they can get fogged between the panes if sealant breaks down.
IMHO, I felt a diesel, which is more costly up front would be an all around better MH.
Winnebago TT 2101DS & 2020 Silverado LTZ Z71. 300 watts WindyNation solar w/MPPT, 2 Trojan T-125s. TALL flag pole. Prefer USFS, COE, BLM, USF&WS, NPS, TVA, state/county camps. 14 year Army vet-11B40 then 11A - old MOS 1542 & 1560.
We have a 2003 Endeavor 40’ with 330 Cummins. This is our second Monaco motorhome. We loved our LaPalma and the only reason we changed was I wanted a diesel pusher. The ride and comfort are great in the Endeavor. Monaco built great products during those years, so you should be getting a great motorhome if it inspects well. There are a lot miles left to enjoy. As always condition is based on the previous owners. Ask for maintenance records. Good luck in your search.
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Russ & Terri Ranger
Travel since July 2013
Home base: Buckeye,AZ
Wandering the USA & Canada in our Holiday Rambler Endeavor 40' PDT Motorhome
Travel so far: 49 States - International Travel -19 countries
