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RE: What do you think of this dealer offer?
I got a reply back from the dealer I have been working with. Basically they will not budge. Either it is a deal that is wholesale to wholsale or retail to retail. Was not willing to move somewhere in the middle.
Dealer indicated that at 27% discount that they would not be making any money on the deal. Not believe at one.
I will try another dealer or two.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/23/09 04:34pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: What do you think of this dealer offer?
Thanks all for your comments. I appreciate the feed back.
I sent a note to the dealer indicating a little more than 27% and that the trade was way too low. I was hoping for around $140K. Seems that maybe I am too optimistic considering I have an Orphan. I guess I really have to decide if it is really worth the low trade to get a larger rig. I like the Monaco I have. Seems to be a good rig. Just want more room. I really like the Euro chairs in the Tiffen. Maybe I can put them in my Monaco in place of a coach. The coach is 68 inches and I think it might be too small of an area for two chairs.
There are some great Monaco deals out there but I am concerned about buying one without the warranty. Monaco pisses me off for the way they have treated their pre-Navastar customers. Really bad way to make us Monaco customers feel good about the new company.
Thanks again to all.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/21/09 10:49am |
Class A Motorhomes
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What do you think of this dealer offer?
I am thinking of upgrading to a new Tiffen motorhome. Got an offer of 27% off new Phaeton or Bus motorhome. Then they made an offer of $118,000 for my 2008 Monaco Knight. Monaco has every option and has 18,000 miles.
$118,000 seems way to low. What do you think?
Initial price presentation did not give specific numbers for MH and for trade. Just a net difference. I don't like this type of offer, seems to hide specifics. I mailed back and asked for a specific price for MH and one for trade. Got the trade number and I calculated the MH price.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/20/09 06:28pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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Buy a new Monaco???
Wondering if any of you would buy a new unit from the new Monaco??? We want to go for a larger unit than we have. We are full timers.
Would you buy one from navistar??
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/18/09 05:47pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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Tiffen Phaeton vs Allegro Bus ??
We are full timers and have lived in our 2008 38 foot Monaco Knight for over 2 years. We like the lifestyle and want to continue for as long as we can. We do feel we have out grown the current rig.
Would like a 42 to 44 foot rig. Like the looks of the Tiffen products. I owned a couple of Tiffen gas units in the past and really liked the support given by Tiffen. I also like the Monaco products. I am concerned about buying another Moanco considering what they have gone thru.
The Phaeton is about $50 or 60 K cheaper. I know the Bus seems to offer some really good things (400HP, side radiator, better chassis, etc.). I am wondering what you all think about moving to one of these units? Would the Phaeton be a good alternative (price wise) from our current Monaco? Is the Bus really worth the additional money?
Thanks for your thoughts.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/15/09 04:23pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Picking out Full Timers
Look for South Dakota, Montana, Florida or Texas plates. Seems like most full timers register in these states. We use South Dakota.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/14/09 12:08pm |
Full-time RVing
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RE: Winter in texas
We are in Kerrville, Tx now. It is in the Hill country north west of San Antonio. Really nice area. Temps have been in the upper 70's so far. People are so nice. No bugs like Florida and prices here are far more reasonable too!
Good luck.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/14/09 12:02pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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Anyone Buying a New Motorhome?
Wondering if anyone is going to buy a new one this year or just did buy one? If you did, how was the process with the market the way it is? Anyone trading one in and how did that go?
Finally, anyone going for a new Monaco or HR from the new Monaco?
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/11/09 05:49pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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Key Issue - Question
I lock the front door of the motorhome when we take off. Use the dead bolt. Whenever it rains a lot I have a hard time getting the key into the lock. When not raining it is good. what is causing this? Any suggestions to deal with it/
Thanks.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/10/09 09:17am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: 08 Monaco advice
I have a 2008 Knight. It has been a great machine. Some problerms here and there. Did buy it in 2007, so had warrenty to fix items at the factory.
Many of the components are covered by warrenty of the repsective manufacturer. Engine and trans covered.0 etc.
Might be a better deal to get a new one than a used one for the same price.
Good luck.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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11/10/09 09:12am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: 2009 Honda Pilot Dinghy - Towing with 4 down
Local dealer told me the 2010 Pilot can be towed. Did not see it in writing.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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10/07/09 09:34am |
Dinghy Towing
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RE: Who going to Florida or South This Winter?
Heading for Texas this winter. Did Florida last year. Not the biggest fan.
Will go to Kerrville near San Antonio and will stay at The Buckhorn RV park for 3 months or so. May then head to New Mexico and other parts of Texas.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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10/07/09 09:26am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Best Portable Heater for MH
thanks to all with your recommendations. Just bought a Polonis ceramic disc heater. Turns out a friend in the park has one and loves it. So will give it a try.
Thanks again.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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10/03/09 01:18pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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Best Portable Heater for MH
I am going to buy another electric heater to use. Had one for some time but it kept tripping circuit breaker.
I know I need to manage what I sue at the same time.
What units are you all using? Want to use it in colder weather. We are full timers and use the rig in the winter (Texas).
Thanks.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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10/02/09 02:52pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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Ceiling Vent Insulation
I friend just bought a foam block shaped insulation that fits in the ceiling where the vent and fan is. Does this help with the cold and heat? Anyone use one?
Thanks.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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09/25/09 07:12am |
Class A Motorhomes
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Electric Sun Shade in 08 Monaco not working
Hi.
I have an 08 Monaco knight with 2 electric front sun shades. The passenger side is not working right. I use the power switch to move it down and the shade moves down about an inch and stops. Push it again the same thing. When I push to bring it up it comes up in one go.
What is wrong? Is there an adjustment needed? I have 2 passenger switches for this shade. Both work in the same manner.
Steve_
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BIGDOMINO
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08/29/09 11:41am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Exhaust/Engine brake question
I leave it on all the time. Helps to stop a big rig much better than relying only on the chassis brakes.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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08/29/09 11:27am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Questions About Diesel MH
Don't think the exhaust breaks turn on brake lights. Never heard about the 40%. Mine does not seem to work that way.
Good luck.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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08/28/09 05:56pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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Monaco Dealer Update
I spoke to a service person at my dealer and he told me that they are thinking about not carrying the new Monaco's. He understands that the banks will not provide money to floor the new units. Something about Monaco not guarantying to buy back the units if they don't sell. The dealer is not the problem.
Has anyone heard anything like this from your dealer or any other dealer selling Monaco/Holiday Rambler?
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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08/21/09 09:21am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Monaco Cabinet Hinges
I have contacted my Monaco dealer (DeMartini) and he is sending me 6 hinges. 2 to fix a door and 4 more for additional fixes when needed.
Steve__
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BIGDOMINO
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08/21/09 09:15am |
Class A Motorhomes
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