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| Re: RV maintenance | Steve/Debbie | We are in need of a new Carrier a/c-heat unit for our 37 ft Cameo. It is our understanding that Carrier does not make these anymore and the Coleman does not work with our existing remote thermostat. any suggestions? |
| Re: Rexhall facilities | Jimmy | After 14 challenging years in a Gulfstream 102 Limited, I just bought a 2000 Rexhall 3250 unit with 20,000 miles on the odometer in Oct. Paid Paid for it from Nielson RV in Utah. Now, in Jan, 6000 miles later I have had the front brakes replaced. (No problem.) I did have a problem with the slide in (went OUT just fine) and Nielson took care of that at no cost. (Good outfit)
Got the extended warranty and glad I did as the PS pump is going out.
I had the 30,000 mile maintenance items done at a Ford Service Center, recommended by Rexhall, in Livermore, Ca who did a good job. I'd recommend going out of your way, if necessary, to get your maintenance work done there on your RV.
As to Rexhall quality, I can't really comment, as my previous 1996 Gulfstream was an entry level quality unit.
But the solid roof cap, welded body, Corian countertop, roof mounted solar panel, Led lighting, golf cart house batteries, dual AC's, air horns, day/night shades, hydraulic levelers, and almost 8 MPG, etc on the Rexhall has been great for the wife and seven Chihuahuas.. |
| Re: RV maintenance | Mary Ann | Anyone know where I can find an owner's manual for a 2006 Dutchman T@B?
thank you and happy new year |
| Re: RV maintenance | David | Please tell me where I can locate my fresh water drain valve on a sunseeker 2300 |
| Re: Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer | Dino | I have a 05 E3 and only major problem is the roof. Sales rep tells me that its a manufacturing defect, They quoted Rino liner for $800. Coated the roof myself with Liquid Roof and seems to work very good at a much lower cost. Great camper with minor normal maintenance. |
| Re: Fulltiming | Bob | Hello KAREN. I'm 60, articulate, presentable to anyone and would love to take the opportunity to travel extensively. I, too, am low maintenance. 6'3", 185 lbs., enjoy esoteric, low key conversation too. Active and healthy. Single, my children are grown. This is my first enquiry into this type of travel. Have you done it before? Hope to hear from you. Best wishes, Bob |
| Re: Fulltiming | Bob | Hello KAREN. I'm 60, articulate, presentable to anyone and would love to take the opportunity to travel extensively. I, too, am low maintenance. 6'3", 185 lbs., enjoy esoteric, low key conversation too. Active and healthy. Single, my children are grown. This is my first enquiry into this type of travel. Have you done it before? Hope to hear from you. Best wishes, Bob |
| Re: RV maintenance | rbrown | need help in locating an owners manuel for a Salem LE 2002 travel trailer 28ft. We purhcased from a dealer but they did not have one (it was used) |
| Re: RV maintenance | Jayd | I need to know how to get an owner's manual for a 2010 R-Vision by Trail Lite, 5th Wheel, Model 6829-3 29SID.
We are having problems with a constant drip from the red & blue low point drains. Any help accepted. |
| Forum input | albertabrandts | Maintenance seems to be a contant with our 95 Ford Jayco C-class.
During the last 2 years and 20,000 km, we have replaced all 6 tires, a starter, 3 expensive batteries, done some electrical work and so on. It just never ends. |
| Re: RV vacations least expensive | Sushidog | We typically average about $75/day adding up all our expenses including: fuel, camp fees, attraction fees, food, drink and misc expenses. It helps that we get 22-25 mpg towing. On our last trip to Big Bend, NP we averaged about $12/night in CG fees. Instead, we spend our money eating, drinking and sightseeing a lot.
This does not cover the expenses of owning and maintaining my camper, which I estimate as follows: If I take the purchace price of my 1 yr old Aliner camper at $8,900 + $1,000 worth of modifications and accessories. Now estimate $200/yr for maintenance, repairs and license x 6 yr est. life before trade-in ( conservative) = $1,200.
Add this all together = $11,100 - $3,000 residual value (after 6 yr est. life) = $8,100 divide that by 6 yrs = $1,350. Divide that by 18 days/yr = $75/day + $75/day for trip expenses = a total expense of $150/vacation day. Subtract the cost of food, drink and added utility costs if we were to remain at home during this time, which I roughly estimate to be about $40/day. This yields a net expense of about $110/day - a real bargain for an unforgetable one-with-nature, soul enriching experience. If we were able to use the camper for 3 weeks/yr the cost would drop by about $25/day to only $85/day.
Had I stayed at the Chisos Lodge (right next to our campground, the room rate alone is between $113-$141/night. Add in the car expenses for this $2,000 mile trip, plus the extra expense of eating out every night and I could easily believe a 50%+ savings.
The intangibles gained from camping are priceless - far exceeding costs! One is never really able to compare camping with traveling and renting a room. It's apples and oranges.
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| 2011 Lil Snoozy | RMG | Fabulous trailer, weighs less than 1900 pounds, great airy inside, low maintenance, well built, full time queen size bed, interior height 6'4", outside length 17'4". Has cassette toilet, shower, sink. Fiberglass trailer. I love the way this looks. |
| Re: Winnebago Vectra Class A | Don Humphreys | We have checked out many different brands of RV's and for now been basically happy with the Winnebago/Itasca models. We did own a gas model - a 2008 Itasca Sunrise- but deep down, I knew a diesel was what I wanted and so we traded for 2002 Winnebago Journey. I also like the Vectra and may trade in a few years for a slightly newer Vectra model. From what I can tell, all RV's regardless of the manufacturer have issues. IF you are not a fixer-upper person, what's important is to go with a brand that offers a warranty and it will be helpful to find a dealer who will be there for you. The good thing about Winnebago is that they are still in business and do have a dealer network across the US for service. If you are new to RV-ing, it will be helpful to keep in mind that all RV's will need maintenance from time-to-time. I would say that
that I would consider Winnebago to be the the minimum quality coach I would consider and it might be good to avoid some of the other 'discount' brands. |
| Re: Four Winds Hurricane class A motorhome | Tim Getzlaff | I have a 2010 Hurricane 34B w/bunk beds for sale. Used 5 nites only. Mileage is from the factory to the dealer in Houston, TX 1700. 50 Hours on generator. Deliverd in May 2010 and used for the first time on July 11, 2011. Monthly maintenance performed regarding starting and running of engine, generator, etc. during my absence and storage. Leaving the country again and do not wish to store it in my shop again. Contact 409.351.0370 or email sevenb47@ymail.com |
| Re: Fulltiming | Shelly | Hi everyone! I'm a 38 year old female who has been dreaming about living in an RV for about 2 years now. I feel like I'm stuck in the "thinking about it" mode, mostly because I want to do this with somebody else but I'm single, and don't know anybody who would want to do this with me. I have NO money ($40 to my name at the moment, no savings, and only make $800 a month) I am living with my mom and HATE it, wanna get out of here ASAP, but I know I can't afford an RV right now, not even the cheapest one. and besides, I couldn't quit my job so I couldn't even travel anyway if I have to stay here! I don't want to do this alone, I am not good at taking care of things and I know I couldn't figure out all that maintenance, I can barely take care of my car HAHA! I live in Minnesota, is there anyone else from around here? I think what would work best for me is to go out with somebody for a month or two and see if I could handle it myself, and then I'd have to worry about how to afford it since I have had trouble finding a full time job these last few years. I'd love to hear from anyone who has any advice for me or would be interested in helping me out in any way! Thanks! |
| Re: Jayco Jay Flight travel trailer | Alison | We have only had our Jayco since the end of February. Brand new 2011 when we bought it. Since we have had it, we had a leak from behind the stove due to cracked tubing from where the fresh water is put in, our outside kitchen area was leaking with every rain and after numerous attempts at caulking, we think it has finally stopped only if we don't have it open when it is raining. And now, after only having it in our possession for 3 months because for 4 weeks now, it has been sitting at the dealership waiting to be worked on, the brakes need adjusted apparently and the dealership says it isn't under warranty and it is a "maintenance" issues and our $. Not to mention that the salesman that was so accommodating before we bought it won't even return our calls, and we found out the company has never put the warranty in our name. Found that out after calling Jayco directly to file a complaint. Not to mention that my husband had to leave work to go to the dealership and PROVE it was the camper and not the truck due to inexperienced staff. I can't believe after all the hype that this is what we are experiencing! |
| Re: RV maintenance | Larry Courtney | How do I adjust the water heater for more hot water |
| Re: RV maintenance | Lori | We have a 2008 keystone sprinter travel trailer. We just tried for the first time in six months the electricity. It will not come on. Only the ref and a few outlets will work. Any ideas |
| Re: Scamp 16 ft travel trailer | NMR | With 13 inch wheels, I'd be very careful about bearing maintenance - check them often. |
| Re: RV maintenance | Penny C | Just purchsed a Winnebago Vista 35F 2011 3 wks ago. The lounge slide-out seal is dry to the touch, cracked and seperated,and you can see day light coming thru the floor above the mechanisim. Does anyone know what would cause this to happen? How do I get this fixed under the warranty? Can it be prevented from happening again? |
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