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02-01-2023, 06:31 AM
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Originally Posted by cag61
Thanks for the tip on the LTVs. I looked in FB but I didn't see a for sale under the LVT site. Could it be the "Leisure Travel Vans Enthusiasts RV For Sale" site?
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Correct, you shouldn’t have a problem finding something suitable. Like many of the other recommended ones but for us the Wonder is perfect, handles great, fits in most parking lots and great quality.
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02-02-2023, 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by NLOVNIT
I recommend Phoenix Cruiser (I'm biased). PC calls it a B+, but since it's on the E350/E450 instead of a van chassis, I consider it a C. The 2552 fits your rear bath/twin bed requirements. It's also on a Ford chassis, which'll get you much more CC than anything on a MB chassis, you don't have to worry about DEF issues & it'll be easier to find service centers for a Ford than a MB. Oh and gasoline is cheaper than diesel.
A Hoosier Cruiser (made by former employees of PC) would work too, as they are clones of PC's.
CoachHouse (261XL Platinum - 26'10") would be another high quality B+ in your requirements, but they are extremely hard to come by.
The CH has a better TV viewing layout as the TV is directly across from the lounge furniture. I could do the same with my PC if I got rid of the chair by the door (it's worthless anyway) & moved my TV there.
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Wow, per those specs is that wheelbase accurate? ~62% on the ratio, I've never seen a C over 56%. Most are appreciably lower than even that. If that spec is accurate, it most drive very nicely.
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2023 F250 Lariat Supercab SB 4x4 7.3l 3.73 148" WB
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02-02-2023, 02:03 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2020
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Originally Posted by cag61
Looking for some input on this. Wife and I are getting ready to retire, sell the 5th wheel and getter a smaller class C so we can go to national parks and generally easier to drive. No need to tow anything, like to have hitch for carrying bikes, gas or diesel
Wants -
Under 30 foot, closer to 25ish. not over 8 foot wide (live on county roads)
A reasonable bathroom and shower
Twin Beds, don't need to make into queen/king
Like -
Theater seats for watching TV
Bed/storage over the front seats
Our short list -
Wonder FTB
COACH SYNERGY RB24
Sunseeker TS TS2370
Thanks for any input.
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I have dynamax REV 24tb (twin bed ) on dodge promaster 3500 chassis average 14 miles a gallon gas. no slide witch I do not want, twin beds and sofa . I went to grand Teton ,yellowstone devil tower ,no problem it is b+ . It is hard to find some times .I drive it every where .I am in north west Ohio . 4200 miles ,drive like extended van.
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02-02-2023, 02:48 PM
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Thanks for the idea on the Dynmax, do you happen to have the OCCC and what is might be able to tow?
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02-02-2023, 05:29 PM
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Community Administrator
Pond Piggies Club LA Gulf Coast Campers Outdoors RV Owners Club Entegra Owners Club Skyline Owners Group
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Originally Posted by Sbad0cko
Wow, per those specs is that wheelbase accurate? ....
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To which one are you referring? I mentioned 3 in my post.
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02-02-2023, 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by cag61
Thanks for the idea on the Dynmax, do you happen to have the OCCC and what is might be able to tow?
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about2000 LB . 24 tb with 3.6 LTR .285 HP gas witch I like ,there RL. RB for sale ,the twin bed with sofa .you may look for forest river Dynamx REV
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02-02-2023, 09:01 PM
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Originally Posted by cag61
Thanks for the idea on the Dynmax, do you happen to have the OCCC and what is might be able to tow?
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They do not make the REV any more 2018 was the last , you may look for used .look for 24 tb (twin bed)
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02-03-2023, 12:06 AM
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Location: The Other California
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Originally Posted by Sbad0cko
Wow, per those specs is that wheelbase accurate? ~62% on the ratio, I've never seen a C over 56%. Most are appreciably lower than even that. If that spec is accurate, it most drive very nicely.
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What makes up that ratio you're referring to? If it's what I think it might be, it could be due to the weight added between the axles by the generous slide.(?)
The 2552's tank capacities don't appear to be anything to write home about. i.e. Our slide-less E450 based Itasca 24 footer has: 45 gal. of FW, 39 gal. of BW, 29 gal. of GW, and ~60 lbs. (18 gal. x 80%) of propane.
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02-03-2023, 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by NLOVNIT
To which one are you referring? I mentioned 3 in my post.
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The PC 2552.
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02-03-2023, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Phil G.
What makes up that ratio you're referring to? If it's what I think it might be, it could be due to the weight added between the axles by the generous slide.(?)
The 2552's tank capacities don't appear to be anything to write home about. i.e. Our slide-less E450 based Itasca 24 footer has: 45 gal. of FW, 39 gal. of BW, 29 gal. of GW, and ~60 lbs. (18 gal. x 80%) of propane.
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wheelbase (inches)/coach length (inches) * 100
Anything north of 55% is considered 'good' in a motorized product. Less than that, handling can sometimes get squirrly though it does make the coach more maneuverable in tight quarters.
General rule of thumb math that I have found to be pretty reliable in over my many years in this hobby.
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02-03-2023, 01:39 PM
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Location: Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
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Going to be an adjustment not having a truck (toad) to get around in.
Going to break camp everyday?
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02-03-2023, 02:13 PM
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Community Administrator
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I don't know if the wheelbase numbers are accurate. I didn't write them. You might call PC if you are questioning them.
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02-03-2023, 02:43 PM
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Location: The Other California
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sbad0cko
wheelbase (inches)/coach length (inches) * 100
Anything north of 55% is considered 'good' in a motorized product. Less than that, handling can sometimes get squirrly though it does make the coach more maneuverable in tight quarters.
General rule of thumb math that I have found to be pretty reliable in over my many years in this hobby.
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Of course the downside of a longer wheelbase versus any given coach length is a larger turning radius for the RV. This makes it more of a challenge for getting around in and parking in smaller campgrounds - as well as more challenging on city street turns and u-turns.
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02-04-2023, 07:12 AM
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Location: N/E IL
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Originally Posted by ChrisDParise
Going to break camp everyday?
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Our rig is a short 23'-8" long and we still pull our 2006 Jeep Liberty for the sake of mobility. We focus on national parks & monuments where it can be a challenge for parking. We also find the need to use the 4x4 feature in the Jeep more than you'd think, especially in the desert region. Another benefit is the extra storage for bulk items like our zero gravity chairs for stargazing, and our golf clubs.
We missed out on so much "adventure" leaving our Liberty home on one trip. We won't do that again.
I don't know how you people with long motorhomes made it work without a tow vehicle, it doesn't work with our short motorhome.
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