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08-22-2011, 10:54 AM
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Junior Member
Vintage RV Owners Club
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 19
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We finally did it
After 22 years of marriage and all four kids gone now, we've finally done what we've dreamed of four years. Bought an RV. Little did we know the kids cost a heck of alot more away from home, so money was tight. But we jumped blind and into the deep end with both feet. I'm referring to the 27' 1978 Dodge Monaco Sportsman we purchased very cheap. Reason being is that it sat for many years and nothing works, although drivetrain is in great shape. We were so excited we slept in it the first nite, bugs, smells, and all. We know it will be a labor of LOVE.. I have been reading forums on IRV2 for a couple of :eekweeks now and realize we have joined very helpful and caring community . I just hope it is also very patient. Because we are flying blind. But very happy.
THANKYOU, AL & ANDREA.
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08-22-2011, 06:02 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Newmar Owners Club Winnebago Owners Club Freightliner Owners Club RV Trip Wizard
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Poinciana FL
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Welcome to the insanity we here all embrace with great enthusiasm. Your adventure is just beginning and this is a GREAT forum in which to find answers or to just commiserate with the like minded inmates.
Oh, and...
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Jay & Peggy Monroe with Dolly
Can't take it with you - don't plan on leaving any behind
2016 Newmar London Aire 4553, Spartan chassis
2020 Jeep Wrangler toad
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08-22-2011, 06:27 PM
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Senior Member
Coastal Campers Carolina Campers
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Kinston, NC
Posts: 374
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Welcome to iRV2 we are glad you are here. Enjoy the adventure.
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Jeff & Elaine
2015 Thor Challenger 37GT
Eastern North Carolina
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08-22-2011, 07:05 PM
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Senior Member
Winnebago Owners Club Appalachian Campers Coastal Campers Carolina Campers
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: North Carolina
Posts: 2,828
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Welcome and Congratulations!! I have learned so much from reading the post on hear. The folks are so friendly and helpful. My husband and I are finally enjoying our dream. I sure hope you enjoy yours as much as we do. 
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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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08-23-2011, 10:37 AM
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Senior Member/RVM #90
Monaco Owners Club
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Columbus, MS
Posts: 50,867
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Hi Al & Andrea! Congrats on taking the plunge! Sounds like you have your work cut out for you, but you'll find lots of help here! We've learned so much in the few months since we found this site. Good luck & God bless!
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Joe & Annette
Sometimes I sits and thinks, sometimes I just sits.....
2002 Monaco Windsor 40PBT, 2013 Honda CRV AWD
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08-23-2011, 10:43 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Johnstown, PA USA
Posts: 3,326
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Welcome to the forum and enjoy your new adventures.
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John, Deb; & our dog, Benji, Forever in our hearts.
2014 Coachmen Leprechaun 319DS V-10
2011 Jeep Liberty Jet & 2014 Jeep Wrangler
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08-23-2011, 10:48 AM
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Senior Member
Newmar Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Michigan
Posts: 5,684
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Hello, Al and Andrea. Glad you joined us. Sounds like you have a project at hand but what the heck it will be fun. HMMMM? "Labor of Love", seems I used that term in a topic I had last night. Glad you see it my way.  Well enjoy the site post often and get that project going. Post some pics if you can of the progression. Be safe and Happy Motoring!!!!
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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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08-26-2011, 10:05 AM
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Junior Member
Vintage RV Owners Club
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 19
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jminyard
Hi Al & Andrea! Congrats on taking the plunge! Sounds like you have your work cut out for you, but you'll find lots of help here! We've learned so much in the few months since we found this site. Good luck & God bless! 
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We have already found so much help here its unreal,I rv2 is a great resource and so are you. TAKE CARE, AL
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08-26-2011, 10:58 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2000
Posts: 382
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Welcome, I remember similar issues with some of our first rigs. A little TLC gives you a new appreciation for the fun you will be having with it.
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Bill Splaine, Meridian, ID WA7WS
2022 Grand Design Imagine XLS 22RBE, Amateur Radio, Woodcarving and Woodturning
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08-29-2011, 01:09 PM
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Junior Member
Vintage RV Owners Club
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 19
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Chickenman
Welcome to iRV2 we are glad you are here. Enjoy the adventure.
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So far what I've learned in the last 3 wks, it will be an adventure.
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TAKE CARE, AL & ANDREA 
24' 1978 DODGE MONACO
440/69K
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08-29-2011, 01:23 PM
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Junior Member
Vintage RV Owners Club
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 19
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Steve N Sal
Hello, Al and Andrea. Glad you joined us. Sounds like you have a project at hand but what the heck it will be fun. HMMMM? "Labor of Love", seems I used that term in a topic I had last night. Glad you see it my way.  Well enjoy the site post often and get that project going. Post some pics if you can of the progression. Be safe and Happy Motoring!!!! 
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A project it is, having trouble posting pix, using a Motorola Android smart phone. Every time we try to post it says the picture is to big, no matter what setting we use. Any hints or input would be helpful.
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TAKE CARE, AL & ANDREA 
24' 1978 DODGE MONACO
440/69K
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08-29-2011, 01:35 PM
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Junior Member
Vintage RV Owners Club
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 19
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GreatWhite
Welcome, I remember similar issues with some of our first rigs. A little TLC gives you a new appreciation for the fun you will be having with it.
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The last time we saw Great White was in '91, yeah we're 80's music kind of people. Thanks so much for the intro, our '78 is old and bored, from sitting so long.T.L.C. we can give, and appreciate we do.
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TAKE CARE, AL & ANDREA 
24' 1978 DODGE MONACO
440/69K
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