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jimbo2013 · 09-05-2014, 10:41 AM

Tampa rv or RV one in Tampa doesn't sell the high end Newmars, North trail does, good to see there, but shop around for better pricing they were high on a Ventana quote, also big non refundable deposits that other dealers don't do.

No opinion on the big rigs, one v the other, I stop myself from looking.

allynne · 09-05-2014, 10:56 AM

DavenMonica, If you are buying new remember that Newmar can and will customize your new coach as you want. They are not one size fits all.

They can help you optimize your space to your satisfaction.

Al Sawyer
'05 Mt. Aire

BethLL · 09-05-2014, 11:01 AM

WRT floor plan, we chose the DEQ because of the TV location and the living space that was gained by having only one bath. I truly thought that would be our three in one coach - first, last, and only. Imagine my surprise to now be in the 45J! We definitely like being able to look at the TV straight on but I found that as time wore on (we've been fulltiming for 19 months), I missed the light from windows. Of course that became more of an issue after new friends introduced us to their Prevost! So what we plan on doing having Paul at Precision Paint install a pop up TV behind the small couch on the door side. It was a turning point for me to realize we could modify the 45J to be exactly what works for us.
Long story to point out that even when you think you have picked out your forever floodplain, sometimes what you thought was perfect changes.

DavenMonica · 09-05-2014, 12:39 PM

Hawgguy and Ourrvtrip--

LOVE the insulation. Did our due diligence in getting into how the coaches are built, chassis, paint, insulation, etc. Very impressed with how Entegra does it. Yesterday we were on 275, I75, passed construction you name it. Dead quiet in the coach! DH just asked about it because he was concentrating so hard. For noise and temperature (we are in FL--hot here, too) the construction is a very important factor.

Beth--I was surprised when I saw you two were changing to the CS! We like the DEQ, but my daughter will be around quite a bit for some time during summers, breaks,etc and we're expecting a couple grandsons around eventually and really are going to be needing that half bath. I love the windows in the Prevost-- but, lol, that's not in our future either!! That is nice to know adjustments can still be made on what we choose, thank you.

We have already checked the inventory at RV One and Independence RV and now we know we have to run to Fort Myers to look at the London Aire and more top of the line Newmars. Just a couple hours, not a big deal. For those of you who selected Newmar what did you have added that isn't on a CS? We do want to test drive to feel their Comfort Drive System. Or what did you change on your floor plans that weren't available? One thing i would like is a pull out pantry, but you just can't have everything, lol.

Monica

Nowabeachbum · 09-05-2014, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by DavenMonica

We have already checked the inventory at RV One and Independence RV and now we know we have to run to Fort Myers to look at the London Aire and more top of the line Newmars. Just a couple hours, not a big deal. For those of you who selected Newmar what did you have added that isn't on a CS? We do want to test drive to feel their Comfort Drive System. Or what did you change on your floor plans that weren't available? One thing i would like is a pull out pantry, but you just can't have everything, lol.

Monica

You would probably get more of a response posting this on Newmar owners site.

DavenMonica · 09-05-2014, 04:02 PM

That's true. We are pretty biased at this point anyways

DLaddy · 09-05-2014, 04:05 PM

With London Aire you'll want to add Hadley or some other air ride system, from what I've read.

Jeff426 · 09-10-2014, 08:52 AM

That was awesome!

BethLL · 09-10-2014, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff426

That was awesome!

Sorry,

what was awesome? The test drive?

hawgguy · 09-10-2014, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by DLaddy

With London Aire you'll want to add Hadley or some other air ride system, from what I've read.

Is there an option for the Spartan K3 chassis vs Freightliner? As I recall, at one time, maybe it was the Essex, you could choose. I know you can get a second Girard 2000 for around $4000, I think the Nova package was around $12K which also get you the slide out covers and power window awnings. I know your can option it with the power hose reel and pay the up charge to a 12.5K Onan. They have done an excellent job at targeting the Cornerstone. I have always said, competition is good.