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04-11-2012, 05:19 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2012
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Howdy from Michigan!
Hi there 
My hubby inherited a small RV from his elderly uncle last fall, and we are hoping to make good use out of it in the near future!
It is an early 80's Holiday Rambler with some serious problems. However, most of the problems are currently in garbage bags, at the end of our driveway. We have lots of work to do, but I know our kids will love the open road and experiencing the country like we were never able to as children.
Looking forward to learning from you all!
Mandy
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04-11-2012, 06:54 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2012
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Welcome to the forum! We have an older model Pace Arrow, we have refurbished the inside with laminate flooring, new shades and wallpaper. We have gone on several vacations with our Grandchildren Nothing like making good memories with family. Hope you enjoy it as much as we have
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04-11-2012, 06:57 PM
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Winnebago Owners Club Appalachian Campers Coastal Campers Carolina Campers
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: North Carolina
Posts: 2,828
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Hi Mandy! Congrats, I think, on the HR. Hope you can get her fixed up for the upcoming RV season. The folks on here are waiting to help you out with any questions you run into. Good luck.
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Brenda and Frank, FTers, Zebulon, NC
Raisin our mixed hound and BooBoo our cat.
2004 Itasca Suncruiser 
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04-11-2012, 07:22 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: In a lawnchair
Posts: 11,993
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Howdy Mandy and welcome to the forum! 
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04-11-2012, 07:29 PM
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Damon Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Caledonia MI
Posts: 95
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Howdy,
And welcome from West Michigan!
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04-11-2012, 07:31 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Polk City Florida
Posts: 1,930
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Welcome to the forum. The miles of smiles ahead will last a lifetime. Making it all pretty and fun is important for sure but most important is that it is safe for you and your family. Don't overlook the little things and never be affraid to ask this forum for help.
Welcome
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Don and Nancy
[2018 Tiffin Bus 40 AP, 2022 Ford Edge ST , 9yr old sisters Sara n Kaycee, Havanese, Electric Catrike
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04-11-2012, 07:41 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 6
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Thanks for the welcome, ya'll!
It had lot more issues than we had bargained on, including mouse carcasses, leaking roof, bad transmission, rotten floor and more! We started out thinking we'd take a couple weeks and clean it up, but every step forward made us realize how much further we have to go.
This past week I ripped out the kitchenette, bathroom, cabinetry, half of the paneling and most of the ceiling. As soon as I finish getting everything out, I am going to see how much floor needs to be replaced and start checking the wiring.
I am sure I'm going to need help figuring out how I am going to put this whole thing back together, again.
Thanks, again!
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04-11-2012, 07:43 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2012
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Don and Nancy - For sure on the safety!
Our children are 2 and 4.5 years, so there is no way we can skimp on that. I was especially concerned about the air quality, which I can tell you was horrific.
We also want to make it so our pups can join us sometimes, so we want soft, simple, and easy to clean.
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04-11-2012, 08:05 PM
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Senior Member
Monaco Owners Club
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Almond, Wisconsin
Posts: 1,512
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 2006 Monaco Camelot 40 PAQ 400ISL - Toad Jeep Grand Cherokee - DW is the Nagivator. Retired to travel and everything revolves around the price of diesel.
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04-12-2012, 03:21 AM
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Senior Member
Newmar Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Michigan
Posts: 5,701
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Hello fellow Michigander and welcome to the forum. Congrats on the Holiday Rambler and I'm sure you will really enjoy it. Hope you enjoy the site as well. Have a great rving season. 
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Steve & Sally / Hudson Our Little Pom / Heidi, Houston & HiTee Forever in our Hearts
04 NEWMAR MACA 3778 W22 / 05 PT Vert
Michigan (Summer) Michigan (Winter For Now)
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04-12-2012, 06:12 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 6
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Thanks Jimmy! It is super true
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