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RE: pusher 30 to 34 ft
The Winnebago Journey was available in several past model years in both 32' and 34' lengths, if you are interested in a used unit.
Example: http://www.lichtsinn.com/inventory/76116/Used-2005-Winnebago-Journey-34-H.aspx
Winne has reintroduced the 34' length for 2010 in their Journey Express line.
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smlranger
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11/05/09 05:28pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Need your thoughts!
Obviously, only you can determine how much space you want or need. We had a no-slide coach and enjoyed it much but neither of us would have wanted to spend 3 months living in it. We traded it for a used DP with two slides and have never regretted it. We don't full time but have taken a couple of month-long trips. We would not have a problem spending more time in the current rig.
As with any coach you might consider, how it has been maintained (mechanical in addition to appearance) is critical. Diesels have their advantages but do need to have regular PM's.
Good luck with whatever you decide and safe travels.
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smlranger
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11/05/09 10:21am |
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RE: where can I get a chrome tail pipe for DP
Got mine from my local Freightliner truck parts department. 5" chrome extension, turn down. Price was reasonable.
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smlranger
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10/29/09 07:36pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: How to get Directv Service? UPDATE
If I am a DirecTV subscriber, why can't I simply move one of my receivers to the RV, as long as no one is at my home to use any of the others? I'm paying for a monthly service....I should be able to use it anywhere I choose as long as it's only one location at a time.
Terry
You can do just that if you have a dish/dome on the coach that can receive Direct TV. We did that for a brief period then finally got a receiver for the motorhome. We pay Direct $4.99 per month for the receiver in the motorhome.
If you move one of your receivers to your motorhome and there is someone needing to watch at home (with any remaining receivers), that should work just fine.
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smlranger
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10/26/09 11:53am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Bug cleaning concocktion?
Zaino is good stuff but bugs will still stick. About the best thing I've ever used to get bugs off is a wet dryer sheet....Bounce, Gain, any brand will do. The bugs just come off with little rubbing. You will have to rinse the gooey stuff off but it really does work.
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smlranger
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10/18/09 07:23pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: spray wax
I use a product called No Wet which is similar to Dri Wash. I've also used Dri Wash....both seem to work about the same. Either does a good job of cleaning and leaving a protective wax layer.
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smlranger
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10/18/09 07:19pm |
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RE: Damon vs. Winnebago
We're on our second Winnebago so I guess I am biased. We have been satisfied with the overall quality for price paid and their support after the sale has been outstanding.
A story that may help...I damaged my Journey on a trip last year. The repair shop noted how easily it was to contact Winnebago, get information and parts.
Recently, I visited that shop and they had a Thor (Damon) product in with body damage including 5 compartment doors that were pretty much destroyed. The shop told me they had the coach for 5 weeks and still could not get anyone at Thor to get replacement doors to them. Both the shop and the coach owner had made a number of calls and neither had any success.
So, it might be important to consider the follow up support of whichever manufacturer/s you have on your list.
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smlranger
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10/18/09 01:32pm |
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RE: Collier RV
Your experience with Collier Rv is what many of my RVing friends and I have experienced. I gave up on their service department several years ago. If you want GOOD RV service in the Rockford area go to Winnebago Motorhomes on Auburn and Meridian. They will service any brand RV and you will receive quality service.
Another recommendation here for Winnebago Motorhome Sales in Rockford. Terry and his sons run a good operation and treated us very well before, during and after the sale.
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smlranger
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10/18/09 11:25am |
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RE: FRED 35 Allegro, Noise, Speed Question
Your choice but I strongly advise you find a FRED on some dealer's lot and take it for a test drive.
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smlranger
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10/12/09 08:14pm |
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RE: Winnebago Ultimate Freedom?
A number of Ultimate Advantage owners can be found on the Winnebago forum at IRV2.com.
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smlranger
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10/08/09 06:27pm |
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RE: Used MH brands to look at.
There are many brands out there and what you end up with will likely be based on your desires and how much you want to spend.
Have nothing against Newmar but would highly recommend Winnebago. We are on our second and both have been great coaches. The Winnebago Journey is a very popular rig and for many years, there were 36' models. We have a 36' and it is very liveable for two and is quite maneuverable for a DP. The Journey is not generally loaded with a lot of bells and whistles but has everything you'd need to travel in comfort and safety. It's Itasca cousin is the Meridian. If you are looking for a coach with a bit higher end options/furnishings, the Winnebago Vectra and Itasca Horizon were also made in 36' lengths in recent model years.
Winnebago has weathered the economic storm and is, IMO and from my personal experience, a very helpful and responsive company, even for subsequent owners. The Journey is on the Freightliner chassis which is easily serviced by a number of places, especially their own Freightliner Custom Chassis Service Center in Gaffney, SC, which specializes in motorhomes.
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smlranger
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10/01/09 08:54am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Santiam Class A goes up in flames, w/picts.
While my Norcold is not officially on their recall list, I bought an automatic fire suppression unit for the fridge compartment since it is well known that there have been a number of fridge-related RV fires.
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smlranger
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09/28/09 06:42pm |
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RE: Campgrounds/Golf Carts (Disney's Fort Wilderness)
Ocean Lakes in Myrtle Beach does require the cart be electric....no gas carts allowed.
gk
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smlranger
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09/28/09 08:59am |
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RE: Myrtle Beach
Regardless of how you get there, when you get on Rt. 501 out of Florence, SC and get to Conway, SC, take Rt. 544 (Dick Pond Road) to Ocean Lakes. Just east of Conway, turn right on 544. Rt. 544 literally ends at the entrance to Ocean Lakes. You can't miss it.
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smlranger
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09/15/09 12:40pm |
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RE: Myrtle Beach, SC Recommendations
We like both Ocean Lakes and Myrtle Beach Travel Park. Ocean Lakes has many concrete pads if you prefer that. Both have sites on/near the ocean. Ocean view can be somewhat blocked by the berm/dune.
FYI, there is a nice off-leash municipal dog park only about 2 miles from Ocean Lakes on Rt. 17 business near the old Air Force base....right behind the Food Lion store.
Also recommend James Island County Park for a Charleston visit.
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smlranger
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09/15/09 05:36am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Looking for recommendations- cummins coach care-VA/NC/SC
I've only used the Cloverdale, VA center for parts for my Onan genset but have talked with them extensively when they first announced their 'CoachCare' designation. They have a nice waiting area, laundry facility and seem eager to work on motorhomes. I've seen some nice motorhomes there for service.
They have a dump station, and two 50 amp hookup sites...back to back. They are far enough off I-81 at exit 150 that noise should be not too bad.
If I had a Spartan and/or Cummins combination, I'd certainly not hestiate to use them. Since I have a CAT/FL rig, I usually visit the FL service center in Gaffney, SC which is outstanding.
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smlranger
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09/10/09 07:24pm |
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RE: Why do we still own Motorhomes
I think about this at times. We also started out with a pop-up, travel trailers and then our first Class A gasser. Fortunately, we've had few problems with our current rig and most I've just fixed myself. My neighbors see me tinkering on the motorhome and they tell me it's my hobby within a hobby.
As has been noted, if I tried to sell it, I would almost have to give it away so I tinker, keep it nice, and we use it. Guess the pleasure does exceed the pain, at least for now.
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smlranger
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09/08/09 10:33am |
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RE: Winnebago Vectra Question
He can send an email to or@winnebagoind.com with his coach serial # and they will tell him what he has. He can also go to the Winnebago website and find a link that will give him wiring and plumbing diagrams, and other comprehensive technical info about his coach. Winnebago will provide detailed technical info for any coach they've ever made.
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smlranger
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09/02/09 07:14pm |
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RE: GPS Units made for RVers
Why not add microsoft streets and trips with GPS to your laptop that what we did works great much bigger screen to llok at and easy to type in locations under 100 dollars for the software and the GPS unit includeed to plug in your USB port on your laptop
Agree. Someone gave me a Garmin 265WT for Christmas and it is a far cry worse (IMO) than my laptop with Microsoft Streets & Trips. With S & T, you can plan a route, add stops and other points of interest, and you can see more of your route as you travel.
As others have noted, you cannot trust any of them to always be right. They will all ask you to do something goofy at times.
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smlranger
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08/31/09 05:00pm |
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RE: Another trouble free trip
If you travel I-77 in WV and nothing shakes loose, you will be lucky.
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smlranger
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08/27/09 08:43am |
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