RVGRINGO
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If you want longevity, buy a diesel, all other things being equal.......and they won't be.
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Melanie Trecartin
New Jersey
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For a gas RV figure on about 8-10 miles per gallon (depending on how large and what's in it/weight).
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roseonline
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boy did I need that list. especially about the emotion part. I've been waiting for one to "feel" right instead of using my head. I'm looking at two again today with open eyes. thanks
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CHIEFTOM
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We have been long time trailer, both 5th wheel and bumper pull RVer's, but I have decided at 67, it is time to give the world of motorhomes a chance. I have the time to go used and one of my main concerns is the roof. Most motorhomes as trailers have rubber roofs. These roofs require maintenance that are affected by how and where the RV is stored. I have read there are a few Rv's that have roofs other than rubber. Are these only confided to high end units? I have not made the diesel/gas decision yet and am keeping my options open. Ideally I can find a 3-8 year old low mileage unit that has been used for recreational use, not full time, that has been stored inside when not in use. Am I asking for two much?
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wilmot1
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HI--first time on the forum. We have been kicking tires on Class A's as retirment is looming. We are in the market for something 6-10 years old. Is there any one make or model I should stay away from--sort of like the Bayliner of motorhomes??
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CHIEFTOM
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Willmot1 this doesn't seem a very good thread to post to. Maybe it is too old. I posted hear over a week ago and got nor response.
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wickedinns
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Hi
My husband and I looked (on line) for over a year and had some sound advice from this site and from people we know. What it came down to for us was what we wanted to spend as first time buyers.....would we really like it enough to warrant spending a lot and because it is the first time for hubby to drive anything bigger than a Jetta ....size. We settled on a nice 30 ft Winnebago Sightseer (2004) that has everything we need to start out. Winnebago was one of the ones recommended as they have been around a long time and we know many people who started out the same way. Newmar's were also highly recommended. Anyway we have yet to pick ours up (next week) so wish us luck.
Wanda
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wilmot1
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Thanks Wanda. Good luck with the new motorhome. I have a lot of looking to do yet.
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wilmot1
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Looking at a 2004 Georgie Boy 2990 with ab out 29,000 miles. Anyone have any positive and negative feedback on this unit?
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wickedinns
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Hi
I was told to stick to MH's that are not considered "orphans". It was recommended that I stick to Newmar, Winnebago or Tiffan. Hope that helps. I ended up with a VERY CLEAN 2004 Winnebago Sightseer with 37500. I have only owned it for a week so only time will tell. I have a brother who owns a Newmar and a sister who owns a Winnebago.
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Wanda
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