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Old 07-20-2014, 02:01 PM   #15
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Take a look at a 06 or 07 Newmar mountain Aire. Don't know what kind of a floorplan you're looking for but I believe the 3778 was about the most popular. I know we love ours and as far as build quality' I don't think you'll find anything better. Good luck and hope it all works out.
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Old 07-21-2014, 10:22 PM   #16
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We are way back to 97, but, I am continually amazed at the good vibes I get from being inside this coach. We too were at the '14 RV show, and, after the glitz of the $250k+ machines, (most of which I would be afraid to use or get dirty), most did not hold a candle to our Dolphin's design and craftsmanship.
I took the big step and did the exterior with Zep's last fall, and now that outside looks almost new, I am at complete comfort with her. Just fiished a flat-screen install and new Trojans, so, it's good for many more seasons, and no RV payment!
What is ZEP's? Your coach looks great!!
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Old 07-22-2014, 05:08 AM   #17
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What is ZEP's? Your coach looks great!!
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Take a look at this, or search the forums for ZEPs or its former marketed name, Red Max Pro...

http://www.irv2.com/forums/f258/did-...ry-151021.htms

The longest discussion started a few years back, you will find that searching for RedMax Pro. Sorry, no time to fiind the post now.
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I've had my Tradewinds since '06. I bought it knowing nothing about RVs. Since my purchase I've done a lot with the coach and have been in and around a lot of other rigs. Boy do I appreciate my National now....so much more than when I first got it. National made a good quality rig and I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. There are other good ones out there but I am stuck so often by how many other mwell known anufacturers turn out JUNK.
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This is an interesting thread. I had a 94 Dolphin DP, and really liked it. After about a year we traded for a Newmar Kountry Star (05 DP). As others have mentioned, the build quality is second to none. We went to the '14 RV show in Tampa and saw a lot of coaches. There were very few that we would trade even for.

Do check out Newmars. You will find the quality you want.

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