http://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/scope/threadsQuestions and ideas on how to go about buying an RV2013-05-24T22:14:53Z2013-05-22T17:27:18Z302013-05-22T17:27:18Zmikeporterhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/3553/scope/postsRVing spouses, I have a question for you: How did you and your spouse come up with the decision on which RV to buy? Did you wives insist on features you claim you can't live without? Did you husbands put your foot down on which features your RV should have and what you do without? The reason I asked is a buddy of mine just bought a TT. But before he could buy this particular TT, his wife insisted on conditions like having a 'fully functional kitchen.' Thankfully, they reached a compromise. In my case, my wife left the decision entirely to me. All she wanted was a decent shower and an antenna so she could watch her favorite TV shows wherever we are. Any similar stories to share?02013-03-30T12:38:19Zjeremyhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/3396/scope/postsWe're finally getting a new motorhome in a few weeks. The dealer that we've been talking to suggested for us to get two additional products along with it. The first is Crystal Fusion, which is supposed to be a windshield strengthener and protector. The second is Paint, Fabric & Leather, which is supposed to be a protector of these stuff. Both, he says, have a guarantee for five years. Tempting, until I found out the prices. The Crystal Fusion will be an additional $1000 while the Paint, Fabric & Leather will be about $3000. Are these addons really worth it?32013-04-03T02:00:33ZTShislerhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/3410/scope/postsI'm helping my friend to find some feedback on Motor Home Specialist based in Alvarado, TX. He has been scouting for a new motorhome and he came across one that he liked over in their website. He's never heard of the company even if he lived near the area. Has anyone here heard about them or dealt with them before?22013-02-27T03:22:20Zmelissahttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/3291/scope/postsWe're currently here at Ft. Meyers, FL and did a bit of exploring. I'm surprised on how many RV dealerships are here that's got a wider selection than back home. I just have to wonder if this is a good place to buy a new motorhome? We've been actually considering on upgrading to a motorhome soon. Love to hear your feedback on this.72013-02-06T03:07:14Zlizzpretohttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/3154/scope/postsMy friend who is shopping around for either a Class B or Class C told me that she found something a used unit that's got a pretty low mileage. She told me that it was a 2000 model but the mileage is less than 10K. When she told me this, it immediately set off warning bells in my head. I told her that it might not be a good idea because the mileage is way too low. Am I right?42013-03-08T04:19:18Zthe Albanhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/3317/scope/postsJust wanted to post this as a friendly warning if you're planning to buy an RV for the first time. Many sales agents would tell you that you don't need to get a special license to drive them, especially Class A Motorhomes. DON'T BELIEVE THEM! My friend learned this lesson the hard way. Driving rules and policies differ from one state to another. Many nowadays require you to get a special non-commercial license in order to drive one of these babies. These licenses are structured around the federal classifications for weight, and what you will be towing. If you are stopped by a police officer or get into an accident, and you don't have this special license with you, not only will you find yourself having to pay a hefty fine. It will also give your insurance company a reason to drop you, and it will be very difficult to get coverage from another. 72013-02-06T02:56:39Zlizzpretohttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/3153/scope/postsA friend of mine is looking to get either a Class B or Class C. Top priority for them is to get one that is very fuel efficient. Any suggestions on what model? Not really sure how much her budget is?52012-12-06T13:20:08Zthe Albanhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/2998/scope/postsA friend of mine is planning on getting a slightly used Class A Motorhome. The financing agent that is attending to them suggested in getting a warranty on it. It's for 5 years and it's going to be about $6500. Supposed to cover for everything. He's getting it from Conejo RV in Thousand Oaks, CA. Would this be an okay deal for him or is this too expensive? Any feedback about the dealer will also be helpful. 82011-11-09T02:34:13Zjeremyhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/1361/scope/postsMy brother-in-law decided to join the bandwagon and get himself a motorhome. He asked me to come along with him to check out some of the units. He's looking for a class B Motorhome, just like mine. I suggested to him to get a Roadtrek Adventurous (like mine). He like the simplicity of the Motorhome, but he found the price a little bit too expensive. Any suggestions for class B Motorhomes other than Roadtrek I could suggest to him? He's looking for one under $40,000 and could sleep about 4-5 people comfortably with a shower. 42012-05-31T04:19:37Zangelahttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/2364/scope/postsMy aunt and uncle are planning to retire next year. They currently live in England and are citizens there. One of the things that they plan to do is to spend a few years going around the country and Canada in an RV. They're planning to buy an RV while they are here and then sell it after a couple of years when they return to England. Will that be possible? If so, what are the requirements they need to complete to do this? Thanks so much in advance!62012-02-17T00:33:27Zmaximohttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/1799/scope/postsA friend of mine has been considering of getting a Motorhome for him and his family to take with them for camping. He's doing some shopping around for one that he can get some financing on. So far, the one that seemed to get his attention is a repossessed motorhome that he found in the advertisement. Is this a lot cheaper than getting a new one?52011-12-14T02:40:51Zmary22http://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/1490/scope/postsMy husband and I are thinking of getting a new RV. We currently have a 1989 Jamboree and after a number of problems with it this year, we decided it's time for it to retire. Most of the RVs that we checked out have either fiberglass or a rubber roof. I'm wondering which one is better between the two in terms of maintenance. Thanks so much for your help!52012-01-07T03:34:25Zlizrfousthttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/1559/scope/postsI've been doing some research on buying an RV and one of the things I notice is that there seems to be quite a weight given to power and torque, especially when it comes to choosing whether to get a gas or a diesel engine RV. Since I'm pretty new with this whole RV thing, I wonder just how important is power and torque when it comes to choosing an RV? 22009-12-21T21:26:11ZGirl Hikerhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/347/scope/postsIf you were to buy an RV or trailer today, how would you be able to tell how environmentally friendly it is? Simply look for the EverGreen rating. TRA, an environmental certification company, ensures that the materials and components that go into RV's and trailers are 'green'. RV's and trailers that meet TRA's stringent criteria are awarded a rating: Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Emerald, with Emerald being the most environmentally friendly. 32011-07-01T16:18:19Zjeremyhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/1024/scope/postsLast night coming out of South Carolina my headlights suddenly WENT OUT!!!!! They came right back on but did it once more further along. I pulled in a truck stop and spent the night. The head light switch is very hot and none of the other running lights were affected. Looks like I need a new switch. This is a 97 Winnebago Luxor on a Freightliner Chassis but it looks like the light, wipers, ignition, etc switches are all GM. Does anyone know for sure what will fit this thing as they have parts off of everthing on them. I drive a lot at night and need headlights. Thanks 62011-06-04T13:39:20Zbenwoodhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/945/scope/postsWe bought a brand new (ordered from factory) Keystone Montana - added a 5000BTU Onan generator. Nothing but trouble, generator won't stay running, poor gas flow to unit, jacks - front and back won't go up and down, leak in bedroom, moulding falling off, keys don't work in door, underbelly falling off, spare tire falling off, refrig. door does not stay closed, stove igniter does not work, cracks in Coraian counter - told by Keystone customer service we probably made them and at that point had not used it once. This is just a sampling of it. They won't stand behind the warranty. Treated very poorly by Keystone rep. on many calls to get help. We've used it 9 times and most of them weekends. DO NOT BUY FROM KEYSTONE. DO NOT BUY FROM KEYSTONE. Wish we had bought from Heartland. 22011-06-28T15:56:01Zjeremyhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/1022/scope/postsWe are leaving Friday heading from Lancaster, CA to possibly Houston, TX. We will possibly be stopping in Phoenix or El Paso on the way. Are there any dealers to stop and look at or to stay away from? Yes I know PPL Motorhomes is in Houston they are also having a sale next week but if we can find one that is a good deal without going all that way then we will buy somewhere else. (thou I have a feeling that we will be buying there) Looking to buy a gas or diesel Class A it all depends on the floorplan and deal. We have looked at lots already and walked thru them. There are several floorplans that we would go with and several not. The RV will be for full timing. We already are pre approved for a certain price with my credit union. 22011-10-18T04:10:44Zthe Albanhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/1292/scope/postsI'd like to share this to make sure that no one here would endure the same problems my brother is now facing. If you're planning to buy an RV, don't make the mistake of getting an Earthbound Golden Ridge RV of any year and model, used or brand new!!! It's nothing but trouble. My brother bought a brand new Earthbound Golden Ridge back in August last year. After just having it for a few weeks, he had to bring it to the dealer over and over again to have a host of things fixed: AC unit was replaced, axles were replaced, the flooring, the walls, you name it, they had a problem with it. The worse part of it? The supposed 3-year bumper to hitch warranty that they have is worthless. They come up with a lot of excuses so that they won't honor it. In effect, my brother not only ended up paying for every freaking repair (the bill is enough to buy him another RV), but still haven't been able to really take it out with us camping, which is more frustrating. Now, we're consulting a with a lawyer to sue Earthbound for this hunk of junk, and that means more money to pay. Hopefully, he can get a settlement on this. If not for all the expenses including the lawyer fees and stuff, at least the amount that he paid for all the repairs since the RV is, after all, within the scope of the warranty.22010-09-15T15:31:58ZTimothy Fitzgeraldhttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/572/scope/postsBish's RV in Idaho is giving away a free RV this week (September 13th - September 18th, 2010) in their RV Challenge. 12 RV contestants are roughing it for one week in a fenced in area with only the clothes on their back, a sleeping bag, and one personal item. The winner gets a brand new RV! You can find out more about it at the 'http://www.facebook.com/#!/BishsRVSupercenter?ref=mf'>Bish RV Challenge Facebook page. 02010-06-14T14:50:04ZJJviewshttp://www.campingroadtrip.com/camping-and-rv-forums/forumid/12/threadid/484/scope/postsFrom Camelot RV Campground at www.camelotrvcampground.com Some advice from a campground owner since 1982. Try to purchase an RV with a shower large enough for your comfort. When purchasing a used RV always make sure the plumbing has not been frozen and there’s no water leaks and the toilet and all faucets work. Make sure the hot water heater works, furnace heating unit, all air conditioners, and slide outs if they have any. If it is a motor home check to see if the leveling jacks work if they have any. 0http://www.campingroadtrip.com/DesktopModules/Forum/Forum_Rss.aspx?forumid=12&tabid=90&mid=545&threadspage=2