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Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-18-2020, 04:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 856
Posted By RKNOLA
Toggle is on left side where gear selector and...

Toggle is on left side where gear selector and jack pad are... look up toward windshield. It is square with 4 arrows on it. Toggle to left to leave start up menu, then toggle up or down to get to...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 06-21-2020, 11:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 517
Posted By RKNOLA
Check under the sink in the bathroom. There is a...

Check under the sink in the bathroom. There is a switch ON the side of the generator. Flip it ON/OFF then try it again. Hold the GEN START button down UNTIL IT STARTS. It has to prime first (clicking...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 06-21-2020, 11:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,153
Posted By RKNOLA
If you do buy the Berkshire there is a "sister...

If you do buy the Berkshire there is a "sister site" to this website called Forest River Forums. com that can also be very helpful in locating other Berkshire owners to discuss questions or concerns....
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 11-26-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,202
Posted By RKNOLA
Inverter for fridge while driving. Generator...

Inverter for fridge while driving. Generator while driving if you want the A/C or Furnace on.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-26-2019, 08:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 730
Posted By RKNOLA
Your Truma has a built in heater but for parked...

Your Truma has a built in heater but for parked in cold weather while not in use it is better to drain the water out.
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 11-26-2019, 08:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,442
Posted By RKNOLA
Yes, our Berkshire's navigation system factors...

Yes, our Berkshire's navigation system factors all that info in, although we don't use ours for that. We have a Garmin RV770 GPS that we use. It gives more accurate info and its portable so we can...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 11-26-2019, 07:36 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 350,257
Posted By RKNOLA
Congrats on your new Berkshire and welcome to the...

Congrats on your new Berkshire and welcome to the Berkshire Family! We have a wonderful network of Berkshire owners that are always willing to help out if you have any questions. May all your...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 02-02-2019, 08:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,378
Posted By RKNOLA
We are on our second Berkshire (Husband is not...

We are on our second Berkshire (Husband is not allowed to go to RV Sales lots anymore!!) We have had good luck with both of our Forest River Berkshires. No major problems and if we did have a problem...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-02-2018, 06:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 832
Posted By RKNOLA
Google a company called Mohryde. They sell a...

Google a company called Mohryde. They sell a motorized platform for RV Beds to make them easier to move and make. We saw their booth at the Tampa RV Show.
Good Luck!
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 11-02-2018, 05:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,092
Posted By RKNOLA
We own a Berkshire, actually our second one....

We own a Berkshire, actually our second one. (Husband HAD to have all those new gadgets!!). We have been extremely happy with both of our Berkshires and with Forest River as a manufacturer. They...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 10-09-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 350,257
Posted By RKNOLA
Great news! Welcome to the Berkshire Family!...

Great news! Welcome to the Berkshire Family! :thumb:
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-06-2018, 08:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,876
Posted By RKNOLA
Yes ForestRiverForums.com is the same format at...

Yes ForestRiverForums.com is the same format at IRV2 (actually owned by the same company) and it is broken down into the different units so there is a BERKSHIRE section. It is free to join and when...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-06-2018, 08:09 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 350,257
Posted By RKNOLA
We have upgraded our coach! In January of 2018 we...

We have upgraded our coach! In January of 2018 we traded in our 2016 Forest River Berkshire 38A on a 2018 Forest River Berkshire XL 40C! We didn't have any problems with the 38A, basically the...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 06-03-2018, 10:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,429
Posted By RKNOLA
Just remember, unless the front of your motorhome...

Just remember, unless the front of your motorhome says: PREVOST, they are ALL ENTRY LEVEL!! Buy what you like, buy what you will enjoy! Just do plenty of research before you buy! Your best un-biased...
Forum: New Member Check-In 03-02-2017, 03:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 512
Posted By RKNOLA
Hi Top2MP, First Thank you for your service...

Hi Top2MP,
First Thank you for your service to our country. Next Happy Anniversary.
Call your local VA Office or your local DAV office. They can usually tell you what you have to do to get the...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 01-11-2017, 06:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,199
Posted By RKNOLA
No! Wasn't trying to be facetious at all!! I was...

No! Wasn't trying to be facetious at all!! I was serious! When we were shopping we looked at a Fleetwood and it had the little "doggie window" down by the passenger's feet. I thought it was great...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 01-10-2017, 12:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,199
Posted By RKNOLA
Yes, summer weather in TX can be rough on any RV...

Yes, summer weather in TX can be rough on any RV A/C unit. We installed a RV ceiling fan in our living room and bedroom and that seems to give the A/C unit the extra help it needed.
BTW, great...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 01-08-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,199
Posted By RKNOLA
We have owned our 2016 Berkshire 38A since...

We have owned our 2016 Berkshire 38A since October of 2015 and we LOVE it! So far no problems with the coach. The evaporator fan went out on the Frigidaire Refrigerator but one phone call, repair man...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-16-2016, 10:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,153
Posted By RKNOLA
Welcome to the Berkshire Family!! You are going...

Welcome to the Berkshire Family!! You are going to love it!! :thumb:
Karen
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-13-2016, 06:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,595
Posted By RKNOLA
if anyone is interested in getting other...

if anyone is interested in getting other Berkshire Owners perspective check out:
ForestRiverForums.com It is very similar to IRV2 (they are owned and run by the same parent company) but it has the...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-13-2016, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,153
Posted By RKNOLA
The one difference I see between the 38A and the...

The one difference I see between the 38A and the 38B is when the passenger side (kitchen) slide is closed it covers up the sink. Not a problem to some, but if you stop at a rest stop and can't open...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-13-2016, 06:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,595
Posted By RKNOLA
We saw that episode. It was the guy with the 3...

We saw that episode. It was the guy with the 3 kids. The Berkshire that they looked at/bought was just like ours. Same color scheme.
That family is going to LOVE it!!
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-13-2016, 06:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,595
Posted By RKNOLA
3 different size slides require different drive...

3 different size slides require different drive mechanisms.
The dinette/bunk slide is the biggest so cable/hydraulic moves the weight efficiently.
The bed slide has ONLY the bed to move so it...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-12-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,595
Posted By RKNOLA
October will be our 1 year anniversary with our...

October will be our 1 year anniversary with our Berkshire 38A and yes we still love it! We have almost 10,000 miles on it and it is still sturdy and healthy! We are averaging 10-12 MPG depending on...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-12-2016, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,153
Posted By RKNOLA
I maintain the Berkshire Buddy List for the...

I maintain the Berkshire Buddy List for the Berkshire Owners Group and I can tell you we only have 1 38B owner (he isn't on IRV2. He is only on our Facebook Page). We have 6 2015 38A owners. 14 2016...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 08-06-2016, 07:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,595
Posted By RKNOLA
Hi Skyking650, I see on your signature line it...

Hi Skyking650,
I see on your signature line it lists your 2016 Georgetown as sold and shows your rig as a 2014 Berkshire 390 RB. Does that mean it was upgrade time? Are you now part of the...
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 08-04-2016, 10:08 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,396
Posted By RKNOLA
We previously owned a Thor Palazzo. 5 slide...

We previously owned a Thor Palazzo. 5 slide failures in 18 months of ownership! So NO WAY WOULD I BUY A PALAZZO AGAIN!!
We now own a Forest River Berkshire and the quality is superb! So far 10...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-24-2016, 04:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,627
Posted By RKNOLA
There have been several Berkshire owners that...

There have been several Berkshire owners that have addressed the radio issue on Forest River Forums. www.forestriverforums.com THe site is very similar to IRV2 (in fact they are both owned and run...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-24-2016, 04:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,966
Posted By RKNOLA
check out www.forestriverforums.com It is a...

check out www.forestriverforums.com It is a forum very similar to IRV2 (in fact they are both owned and run by the same company) but since the forum is Forest River specific, it gives you access to...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-24-2016, 04:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,025
Posted By RKNOLA
Hi. Both the FR3 and Georgetown are well made...

Hi. Both the FR3 and Georgetown are well made coaches. We owned a 2010 Georgetown and loved it! We traded up because we wanted a diesel coach. While you are on the RV hunt, check out the Forest River...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-24-2016, 03:54 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 350,257
Posted By RKNOLA
Welcome to the Forest River Family! Don't forget...

Welcome to the Forest River Family! Don't forget to join the FROG (Forest River Owners Group). It is free to join Forest River Owners Group - The official owner's group of Forest River RV,...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-24-2016, 03:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,757
Posted By RKNOLA
Try: www.forestriverforums.com it is a forum...

Try: www.forestriverforums.com it is a forum just like IRV2 (both are owned and run by the same company). There is a Georgetown specific section of the forum that will give you access to plenty of...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-24-2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,720
Posted By RKNOLA
Hi tamdle, Congrats on the new Georgetown!...

Hi tamdle,
Congrats on the new Georgetown! You are going to love it! Don't forget to join the FROG (Forest River Owners Group). Forest River Owners Group - The official owner's group of Forest...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-24-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,757
Posted By RKNOLA
We had a Forest River Cherokee Travel Trailer:...

We had a Forest River Cherokee Travel Trailer: LOVED it! Traded up to a Forest River Georgetown: LOVED it. But it did get blown around a lot in the wind. Wanted a Diesel Pusher. Traded up to a Thor...
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 06-05-2016, 08:22 AM
Replies: 1,720
Views: 483,940
Posted By RKNOLA
Here is the info you are looking for Clara. The...

Here is the info you are looking for Clara. The pic of the one Rick built is on pg 50 of the Palazzo Mods thread
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 06-05-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,323
Posted By RKNOLA
Hi TL! How goes the RV hunt? Have you narrowed...

Hi TL!
How goes the RV hunt? Have you narrowed down your search any? We have owned the Berkshire for 7 months now and we have been really happy with it. It is a well built coach and the 38A...
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 06-05-2016, 06:54 AM
Replies: 1,720
Views: 483,940
Posted By RKNOLA
Yes just the front window shade.

Yes just the front window shade.
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 06-04-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 1,720
Views: 483,940
Posted By RKNOLA
I am selling a MagnaShade for a 2013 Thor Palazzo...

I am selling a MagnaShade for a 2013 Thor Palazzo 33.2 in the classified section of IRV2
Thank you
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-03-2016, 08:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,844
Posted By RKNOLA
Do plenty of research BEFORE you buy! Go to...

Do plenty of research BEFORE you buy! Go to forums like this, especially the owners forums sections, and read the posts from owners of the MH you are looking to buy. Also go to a campground and ask...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 05-03-2016, 07:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,595
Posted By RKNOLA
Congrats on the new coach and Welcome to the...

Congrats on the new coach and Welcome to the Forest River family! Georgetown is a beautiful coach! :flowers:
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 03-07-2016, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,621
Posted By RKNOLA
LOL! #1..... Been there, done that! Thanks for...

LOL! #1..... Been there, done that!
Thanks for the pics of your coach. She is BEAUTIFUL!!!
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 03-07-2016, 10:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,286
Posted By RKNOLA
We special ordered ours from Motorhome...

We special ordered ours from Motorhome Specialists in Alvarado, TX so it was never out for general population test drives and display. I think that makes a big difference in the health and life of a...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 03-05-2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,621
Posted By RKNOLA
Buying a diesel coach is a good idea. The engines...

Buying a diesel coach is a good idea. The engines have a longer life expectancy than their gas counterparts and you get more miles per gallon as compared to gas. Usually the diesel coach will have a...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 03-05-2016, 08:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,236
Posted By RKNOLA
It looks like a lot of the things you listed when...

It looks like a lot of the things you listed when comparing the 2 different models were cosmetic. Usually when things go wrong with a coach and cost you time at a repair shop, it isn't the cosmetic...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 01-18-2016, 05:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,219
Posted By RKNOLA
and if you do push your seat all the way back to...

and if you do push your seat all the way back to enable turning the seat around, don't forget to push it back up before you close your slide. (No, don't ask how I know this. CRUNCH!!!).
Good Luck,...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 01-18-2016, 05:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,323
Posted By RKNOLA
RVTrader.com will give you a good list of all of...

RVTrader.com will give you a good list of all of the make/model that you are considering for sale in a specified area. That way you can compare many different dealers all in one place. Their website...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 01-18-2016, 05:03 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 350,257
Posted By RKNOLA
Hi Bob, We enjoyed meeting you and Cindy at...

Hi Bob,
We enjoyed meeting you and Cindy at the Tampa RV Show. We had a great time and met some really great people!
We look forward to seeing you both at the rally in Goshen!

Karen
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-12-2015, 08:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,742
Posted By RKNOLA
We used Magna Shade. We loved it, it kept the...

We used Magna Shade. We loved it, it kept the front of the MH cooler. Expensive yes, but cheaper ones don't last as long so you end up spending as much in the long run to replace worn shades.
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 11-12-2015, 08:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,075
Posted By RKNOLA
We used to own a 35' MH, now we own a 40'. We...

We used to own a 35' MH, now we own a 40'. We usually look at the age of the park. Older parks built in the '40s through the '60s usually have shorter, more narrow sites because back then no one had...
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 11-12-2015, 08:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,400
Posted By RKNOLA
We owned a 2013 Palazzo 33.2 It had 4 slide...

We owned a 2013 Palazzo 33.2 It had 4 slide failures. Traded it.
Yes, do your research, but that is true with any RV you consider buying.
For a "first diesel pusher" no, I don't think I would buy...
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