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Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-24-2009, 09:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,353
Posted By tmspoon
We purchased a left over '09 Phaeton a couple of...

We purchased a left over '09 Phaeton a couple of months ago and got almost 35% off msrp. It was a 42 QRH don't know if that makes a difference. The awning extension is normal at least mine does the...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-22-2009, 05:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,450
Posted By tmspoon
Thanks for the ideas. I tried the light in the...

Thanks for the ideas. I tried the light in the compartments last night and found that I wasn't closing the doors tight. They seem to latch but if you close them harder they pull up tighter?? That got...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-21-2009, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,450
Posted By tmspoon
I'll probably wind up doing that. Just hoping it...

I'll probably wind up doing that. Just hoping it was something simple I could fix. Trying to avoid the 150 mile trip to Buffalo.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-21-2009, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,450
Posted By tmspoon
Rain water in storage bays

Just drove for the first time in the rain and collected quite a bit of water in the storage bays. Has anyone else had this problem with a Phaeton? I tried tightening up the latches but doubt that was...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 11-10-2009, 06:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 29,187
Posted By tmspoon
I read in Tiffin's "Roughing it" magazine that...

I read in Tiffin's "Roughing it" magazine that the SeeLevelII Tank Monitor will be standard equipment on the 2010 Bus.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-10-2009, 06:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,682
Posted By tmspoon
I had a jack on my old Itasca that wouldn't...

I had a jack on my old Itasca that wouldn't retract after it had been down for more than a few hours. Tried lubing the shaft, replaced the springs, didn't help. Finally started carrying a long...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-10-2009, 06:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,010
Posted By tmspoon
Got the 6% rate mid Sept.

Got the 6% rate mid Sept.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-08-2009, 04:29 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,741
Posted By tmspoon
Just ordered mine too. Thanks for the info Sheila.

Just ordered mine too. Thanks for the info Sheila.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-08-2009, 03:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,501
Posted By tmspoon
There is a nice KOA just west of New Orleans we...

There is a nice KOA just west of New Orleans we stayed at a couple of years ago. They had shuttle service into town and discounts on many attractions. Don't know if the huricane caused any damage...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-08-2009, 03:39 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,886
Posted By tmspoon
If you are from PA this site will tell you which...

If you are from PA this site will tell you which states reciprocate or have other agreements with us.

www.pafoa.org/law/carrying-firearms/concealed-carry/reciprocity...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-08-2009, 03:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By tmspoon
Thanks for the info. We are headed that way next...

Thanks for the info. We are headed that way next week. Will look for a smoother ride.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-08-2009, 03:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,150
Posted By tmspoon
Another good reason to stay in the middle is that...

Another good reason to stay in the middle is that in large urban areas, notably Atlanta and Chicago, the right lane will suddenly become an exit only lane. Not always easy to merge in heavy traffic....
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 11-08-2009, 08:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,425
Posted By tmspoon
Doggie foot protectors

We're taking our new dog, Duke, a 60lb lab mix, to South Texas with us for the first time this year. First time for us too. I've heard there may be ground "burrs" that will stick in the dogs feet....
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-08-2009, 08:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,243
Posted By tmspoon
A third AC also means a third heat pump which may...

A third AC also means a third heat pump which may come in handy on cool mornings given the nortorious inefficency of heat pumps.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-08-2009, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,775
Posted By tmspoon
Thanks for the tips and sorry about the fuel...

Thanks for the tips and sorry about the fuel spill. Hope it wasn't during the $4+ per gallon days. I've used the FJ pumps withn my gas coach but sometimes they aren't handy.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-07-2009, 07:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,010
Posted By tmspoon
We let the dealers finance manager negotiate a...

We let the dealers finance manager negotiate a rate for us and then checked to see if we could do better. Turned out we couldn't so used Bank of the West at 6%. I'm also uncomfortable using the home...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-07-2009, 07:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,775
Posted By tmspoon
New diesel owner

I'm not new to RV'ing, on the road off and on since 2001, but this is my first diesel rig. We've logged about 2000 miles, mostly local, and so far I've only refueled at the local Sheetz station. I...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 11-07-2009, 01:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,353
Posted By tmspoon
Don't try transporting handguns into Canada. They...

Don't try transporting handguns into Canada. They will just about dismantle your rig if they think you look suspicious. Shotguns are ok but will cost you a few bucks for a permit, $50 I think. Good...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-05-2009, 07:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,904
Posted By tmspoon
OLDRTRCR Hi Bill, How do you like the Phaeton....

OLDRTRCR
Hi Bill, How do you like the Phaeton. I have to take mine to the DMV in warren soon forn the Class B driving test. Have been Operating on a learners permit for 6 months. Keep on Rolling!!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-04-2009, 02:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,353
Posted By tmspoon
Thanks for the info. We've been away from the...

Thanks for the info. We've been away from the road for several years, just getting back into it. I'll do some recearch. Thanks again.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-04-2009, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,904
Posted By tmspoon
Had the opposite problem with our old coach (2001...

Had the opposite problem with our old coach (2001 Itasca). The jacks would occasionally stick down. Learned to carry a long section of pipe for a pry bar. Lubricant didn't help. Never did figure out...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-04-2009, 01:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,353
Posted By tmspoon
What is a resale? I didn't know there was a...

What is a resale? I didn't know there was a market in memberships. We have been thinking about a club but were put off by the cost.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-04-2009, 07:55 AM
Replies: 5,870
Views: 608,828
Posted By tmspoon
Thanks for the tips on finding WAl-Marts. I'll...

Thanks for the tips on finding WAl-Marts. I'll check out the atlas.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-03-2009, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5,870
Views: 608,828
Posted By tmspoon
Wal-Mart parking

We've used Wal-Mart lots several times while traveling. Only problem is finding them. Can anyone recommend a good source for Wal-Mart locations?
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-03-2009, 01:58 PM
Replies: 481
Views: 701,195
Posted By tmspoon
Tiffin Owners Club

Sounds great, please add Tom & Carole Spoon to the list. 2009 Phaeton 42' QRH
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-03-2009, 07:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,877
Posted By tmspoon
We had that problem with our old Itasca. Turned...

We had that problem with our old Itasca. Turned out to be a black rubber substance. Never found out where it was coming from but solved the problem by putting a thin sheet of plastic, about 2'...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-02-2009, 02:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,137
Posted By tmspoon
New Phaeton owner

We just purchased a 2009 42' QRH from Colton RV close to Buffalo, NY. I think we got a great deal on a left over 09'. They gave us 33.4% off and a fair trade for our old coach. Can't comment on their...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 11-01-2009, 07:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,300
Posted By tmspoon
Congrats.

How do you like the QRH so far? We just purchased an '09 QRH. Headed for south Texas in a few weeks for the winter. Keep the wheels rolling!!
Forum: New Member Check-In 11-01-2009, 06:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 610
Posted By tmspoon
We're back!

We have been away from rv'ing for the last several years. Took time off to care for parents but we're back on the road this fall. Have a new rv, 42' Phaeton and a lot less money. Going to south Texas...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-01-2009, 06:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,087
Posted By tmspoon
Have 3k miles on our 42' QRH. Eastern hills only...

Have 3k miles on our 42' QRH. Eastern hills only but plenty of power so far.
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