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Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-20-2013, 02:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,068
Posted By Rick M
We have MCD throughout the coach - Except the...

We have MCD throughout the coach - Except the front window.
Why? Holly wanted to be able to open half the window and block sun on the other half, which can't be done with MCDs.
To us it's all about...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-20-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,308
Posted By Rick M
Good News for RVer traveling to Sacramento, CA

I Just received an letter from Harry Lockwood in the Sacramento Area.
Harry is going back to his main love of repairing/fixing problems on RVs.
We had him repair our Alpine a few times and his...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-05-2011, 08:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,167
Posted By Rick M
Thanks Mike - I was trying to insert the address...

Thanks Mike - I was trying to insert the address from the browser. :blush:


https://www.irv2.com/attachments/photopost/data/2/medium/Vents_larger.jpg
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-03-2011, 10:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,167
Posted By Rick M
Second attempt at posting a picture - What am I...

Second attempt at posting a picture - What am I doing wrong?

https://www.irv2.com/forums/photopost/showfull.php?photo=18937

https://www.irv2.com/photopost/showfull.php?photo=18937


I thought...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-01-2011, 09:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,167
Posted By Rick M
https://www.irv2.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=...

https://www.irv2.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=18937

My first attempt to post a picture on IRV2:

Can you guess where it was taken?


Vents_larger - iRV2.com RV Photo Gallery...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-30-2011, 11:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,167
Posted By Rick M
Hi Mike You will need to talk to Bill...

Hi Mike



You will need to talk to Bill Abernethy - (541) 826-4210
The grill was a custom after market part that Bill knows about - runs around $200.
His shop has the skills needed to work...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-30-2011, 12:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,167
Posted By Rick M
Alpine Engine Vents

Hi All

I just had Engine Vents installed on my 2009 40MDTS - I thought I would try to insert a picture in my avitar. Click on avitar for closer picture.

Work done by
Commercial Collision &...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-30-2011, 12:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 936
Posted By Rick M
What I found out from the people that are...

What I found out from the people that are altering my 2009 with engine cover ventilation.
Fantastic Job and really cools the bedroom when stopping after a trip!

Commercial Collision & Paint Inc....
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-08-2011, 06:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 936
Posted By Rick M
2009 Paint Codes

Hi All

Does anyone know where to find paint codes for a 2009 Cosmopolitan Alpine?
I looked on ACA and searched IRV2 - maybe I overlooked something ?

Thanks
Rick - :blush:
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-14-2010, 09:37 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 768
Posted By Rick M
DRR X

Information coming out soon? I hope to see lots of Alpines & SOBs this coming Jan. Lets hope it's a little warmer & dryer also.

Thanks
Rick M
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-25-2010, 10:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,048
Posted By Rick M
Is there an Itinerary posted for the Salem Pre...

Is there an Itinerary posted for the Salem Pre Rally? - Where?

Thanks
Rick
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-18-2009, 02:38 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,657
Posted By Rick M
Doing our annual trek to Diamond Lake this...

Doing our annual trek to Diamond Lake this weekend for 6 days.
Diamond Lake RV is the only park that fits a 40' - good 20 min. access to one of the most beautiful places on earth = Crater Lake as...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-12-2008, 01:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,378
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by drameden:
I need to order a US Gear Unified Tow Brake....
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-12-2008, 08:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,851
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dgerstel:
Dicor is what is recommended by most...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-11-2008, 03:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,851
Posted By Rick M
On our new 08/09 Alpine 40MDTS the 'new' front...

On our new 08/09 Alpine 40MDTS the 'new' front cap seems to have a leak.
It looks like they used a gray plumber's putty as a sealant between the Cap & Roof, which the putty like substance developed...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-11-2008, 03:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,851
Posted By Rick M
On our new 08/09 Alpine 40MDTS the 'new' front...

On our new 08/09 Alpine 40MDTS the 'new' front cap seems to have a leak.
It looks like they used a gray plumber's putty as a sealant between the Cap & Roof, which the putty like substance developed...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-10-2008, 04:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,315
Posted By Rick M
Also PPL RV Parts Superstore: ...

Also PPL RV Parts Superstore:

https://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/rv-lights-thin-lites-light-bulbs-1.htm
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-27-2008, 06:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,059
Posted By Rick M
Hi Joe You will find lots of info on shocks...

Hi Joe

You will find lots of info on shocks in this thread: Koni Shocks (https://www.irv2.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9393)

I have used them - they works well.

But if you want the Ultimate...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-23-2008, 05:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,716
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jim & Kathie Hardy:
Hopefully, our paths will cross...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-05-2008, 06:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,910
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Dale Dowdy:
If so, then would it be credible to think...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 05-26-2008, 05:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,126
Posted By Rick M
Dale I would like to know also. Monaco...

Dale

I would like to know also. Monaco (MNC) is still producing lots of RVs when I was there a week ago. They have 4-5 times long term debt to cash - if sales continue to fall that debt will...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 05-25-2008, 06:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,789
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by C&H from NorCal:
Before buying Guaranty's policy do...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 05-03-2008, 12:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,252
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by lundy:
RUMOR ONLY - I was just talking to an old RV...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 04-16-2008, 10:05 AM
Replies: 26
WRV
Views: 6,514
Posted By Rick M
Just Talked to my sales rep @ Guaranty He told...

Just Talked to my sales rep @ Guaranty
He told me that WRV is continuing to complete the production on units on assembly line - but no new units will be produced. They are for sale with a couple of...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-23-2008, 06:21 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,705
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jim & Steph:
We purchased our coach "new" from...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 02-03-2008, 12:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,641
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jim Hardy:
There will be techs from WRV at the Rally....
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 02-01-2008, 09:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,641
Posted By Rick M
I understand WRV will have some 'Techs' at the...

I understand WRV will have some 'Techs' at the rally.
Will they be able to debug an Xantrex problem - intermittently shutting off and restarting?

For those with friends that may want to attend...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 01-29-2008, 08:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,022
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by swansnest:
Oh, and Rick - Louie has a '05 40'QS before...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 01-29-2008, 09:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,022
Posted By Rick M
Hi Dale I understand that Louie (the photo &...

Hi Dale

I understand that Louie (the photo & take out the garbage guy) installed Road Kings on his Apex.
Does he monitor this web site?
Henderson's Line Up - installs them - his feedback from...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 01-13-2008, 03:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,246
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jim&MaryJo:
Hooked up a CB to the factory Alpine CB...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 01-08-2008, 08:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,632
Posted By Rick M
To bad - but we will be at the Oasis a couple of...

To bad - but we will be at the Oasis a couple of days before the pre rally was supposed to happen.

Does this mean there will be NO Alpine grouping at the FMCA International in Pomona ? ?

Also...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-18-2007, 08:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,663
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by big jimbo:
Ron,
You need to go to camp WRV and spend...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-18-2007, 03:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,673
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dshogman:
So, be aware.....
I now will make sure the...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-05-2007, 06:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,532
Posted By Rick M
First you must decide what you want to do and...

First you must decide what you want to do and where you want to go with the Toad.
We purchased an 06 Toyota Matrix Stick - it was great for just driving around + 35 mpg.
But if you want to get a...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 09-24-2007, 05:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,319
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by jerry davis:
Has anyone installed one of these units...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-29-2007, 04:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,804
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by EngineerMike:
Rick- Henderson's has made a good name...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-29-2007, 11:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,804
Posted By Rick M
I am also interested in improving the Ride on my...

I am also interested in improving the Ride on my Alpine - the Driving is Great, but clunking & bottoming out is rather annoying.
I have an appointment with Henderson's Line Up - Grants Pass, OR ...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-11-2007, 11:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,233
Posted By Rick M
The 08 Alpines are very impressive. Much improved...

The 08 Alpines are very impressive. Much improved access to mechanics, Good new interior decoration and striking new colors.

However there is one feature that is needed = the new higher ceilings...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-11-2007, 11:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,233
Posted By Rick M
The 08 Alpines are very impressive. Much improved...

The 08 Alpines are very impressive. Much improved access to mechanics, Good new interior decoration and striking new colors.

However there is one feature that is needed = the new higher ceilings...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-19-2007, 12:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,229
Posted By Rick M
Hi Dale We had a 360 sanitation vent on...

Hi Dale

We had a 360 sanitation vent on previous RV = It worked great!
So we purchased another sanitation vent for our new Alpine - But never installed it.
We found the following product (unlike...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-05-2007, 07:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,643
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dgerstel:
Rick,

While I was at the factory picking...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-02-2007, 10:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,643
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by edgray:
BREAKING NEWS
Western RV and Pilgrim Agree...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-28-2007, 02:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,918
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by rebelsbeach:
Guaranty RV has also signed on as an "all...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-18-2007, 06:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,016
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dan&donna:
When underway the "jacks down" alarm sounds...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-14-2007, 05:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,248
Posted By Rick M
Has anyone mentioned what you want to do and...

Has anyone mentioned what you want to do and where you want to go with the RV?
Some campgrounds won't fit 45' RVs.
Many state have road restrictions for vehicles over 40'.
Some states require...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-08-2007, 01:45 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,482
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by rmmpe:
Could a partial solution simply be a longer...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-05-2007, 02:48 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,482
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ted III:
What is the thought to disconnect the ABS...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-05-2007, 05:09 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,482
Posted By Rick M
Dale - Do you mean the pedals adjuster set all...

Dale - Do you mean the pedals adjuster set all the way to the top? Does that seem to use less pedal pressure or is it the muscles vs. leveraging?

I asked a question about this excessive pedal...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 05-24-2007, 11:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,348
Posted By Rick M
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ted III:
Even holding the coach at a standstill was...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 05-20-2007, 01:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,507
Posted By Rick M
Guaranty in Indio is familiar with Alpines. ...

Guaranty in Indio is familiar with Alpines.
Purchased my Alpine in Junction City - but had it serviced in Indio also = They did alright by me.
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