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Forum: Foretravel Owner's Forum 08-06-2020, 07:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,161
Posted By 06smokey
Welcome and congrats on the Foretravel. This site...

Welcome and congrats on the Foretravel. This site doesn't get a lot of traffic. If you have not already, please join the Foretravel Owners Forum. Lots of great folks over there.


Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 07:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,703
Posted By 06smokey
NIRVC - Phoenix 11280 N Solar Canyon Way ...

NIRVC - Phoenix

11280 N Solar Canyon Way

Surprise, AZ 85379
520-442-2500 (tel:1-520-442-2500)
Forum: Full-Timers 07-21-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,140
Posted By 06smokey
My end goal is to follow the weather. I hate...

My end goal is to follow the weather. I hate Texas summers. It was 107 last week. I'm glad the campground I'm at now has electricity included in the monthly rate(Ft. Sam Houston RV Park).


Once I...
Forum: Full-Timers 07-21-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,140
Posted By 06smokey
I fulltime in my motorhome and still work...

I fulltime in my motorhome and still work fulltime. I did it so I could live in it and learn everything about it and figure what I need to purge out my house before I sold it. I lived in one...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-07-2020, 05:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 15,336
Posted By 06smokey
I live in San Antonio and I-10 way better then in...

I live in San Antonio and I-10 way better then in Louisiana. There is construction right before you hit 4-10, but is not bad. Just time you arrival and not hit rush hour and you'll be fine.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-07-2020, 05:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,006
Posted By 06smokey
Here is article with a spokesman from the New...

Here is article with a spokesman from the New Mexico Department of Health.


https://www.rvtravel.com/new-mexico955/
Forum: Foretravel Owner's Forum 07-01-2020, 03:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,391
Posted By 06smokey
Mine has two. One for gray and one for black.

Mine has two. One for gray and one for black.
Forum: Full-Timers 06-15-2020, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 990
Posted By 06smokey
I know how you feel. I was planning on retiring a...

I know how you feel. I was planning on retiring a couple months ago, but things changed that. So I canceled my reservations and decided to just stay in Texas until middle of October and then travel...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-02-2020, 05:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 586
Posted By 06smokey
I drove from Seguin to Spring Branch last month...

I drove from Seguin to Spring Branch last month and there was some construction, but it was like an hour on a Friday afternoon.
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 06-01-2020, 09:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 958
Posted By 06smokey
I bought my Foretravel from Motorhome of Texas....

I bought my Foretravel from Motorhome of Texas. They are a top notch company to deal with. They treated me like family. I received a phone call from them after I bought and made sure everything is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-23-2020, 03:45 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 34,368
Posted By 06smokey
I used the stock setting and noticed that it...

I used the stock setting and noticed that it wasn't working like my phone. I contacted the mobilemusthave.com and they said they use the stock settings. Until I get the modem and antenna installed in...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 05-22-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,867
Posted By 06smokey
I was Air Trans in USAF and rarely flew Space A,...

I was Air Trans in USAF and rarely flew Space A, My leave was precious.
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 05-22-2020, 07:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,867
Posted By 06smokey
I retire in 5 months. I've been living in my RV...

I retire in 5 months. I've been living in my RV to get used to living in it fulltime. My budget is a little bit less than yours. I won't travel any where like you. My fuel cost would be way to much...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-22-2020, 08:40 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 34,368
Posted By 06smokey
I just added a additional T-Mobile line and put...

I just added a additional T-Mobile line and put the sim card in the Pepwave. Worked perfectly. My plan has unlimited data and the Pepwave acts like a cellphone. Don't see why the sim from your IPad...
Forum: Full-Timers 05-14-2020, 10:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 909
Posted By 06smokey
I wintered in my Foretravel this past winter in...

I wintered in my Foretravel this past winter in San Antonio. Grant it, it only got below freezing a hand full of times; I never worried about the basement. The temps stayed above 45. I mainly used a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-28-2020, 06:30 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 20,525
Posted By 06smokey
I have a 2003 with 182,000 miles. I think mine...

I have a 2003 with 182,000 miles. I think mine will go another 20 years. We have folks on the Foretravel forum with over 30 year old coaches. If you take care of it and get it serviced annually, it...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-18-2020, 06:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,350
Posted By 06smokey
Check out Mobile Internet Resource Center....

Check out Mobile Internet Resource Center. (https://www.rvmobileinternet.com/gear/cellular-antennas/)
Forum: Foretravel Owner's Forum 01-27-2020, 06:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,890
Posted By 06smokey
Congrats on your Foretravel. Not a lot of traffic...

Congrats on your Foretravel. Not a lot of traffic on this site. You have specific questions, go to the Foretravel owners forum. [Mod Edit]
Forum: iRV2 Owners Registry 10-09-2019, 07:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 661
Posted By 06smokey
Money Pit :: 2003 Foretravel U320

2003 Foretravel U320 (2019-10-09 13:16:25)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-08-2019, 09:29 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,166
Posted By 06smokey
When I pick up my new coach, I hope to meet him...

When I pick up my new coach, I hope to meet him and Angie. She was out of town last week when I went up to order mine.

Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-07-2019, 07:58 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,166
Posted By 06smokey
The main reason I bought from NIRV was because of...

The main reason I bought from NIRV was because of there customer service. I'm sure I could have gotten a better price somewhere else, but service and location was important to me.



When it's...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-06-2019, 03:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,687
Posted By 06smokey
Just ordered an Kountry Star from NIRV. There...

Just ordered an Kountry Star from NIRV. There customer service is the main reason I purchased from them. Also have 4 locations helps also.

Mike
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-30-2019, 01:18 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,877
Posted By 06smokey
I'm from Texas and will be changing mine to SD....

I'm from Texas and will be changing mine to SD. My reasoning is when I get my motor home, I'll save 2.25% in taxes, for me that's $4500. Registration is close to each other ($700), but Texas requires...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-28-2019, 03:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,402
Posted By 06smokey
The sticker inside the wardrobe is the weight...

The sticker inside the wardrobe is the weight Newmar got right after it gets built with all options. The weight should be really accurate. Once you load up all of your stuff, get it reweighed and set...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-28-2019, 12:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,402
Posted By 06smokey
That's with no options. Once you add bigger...

That's with no options. Once you add bigger fridge with 2 additional batteries, W/D and ect..., it adds up. I'm looking at the Canyon Star's and I'm worried about NCC. I want real wood cabinets and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-28-2019, 11:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 662
Posted By 06smokey
Being that it is still under warranty, just call...

Being that it is still under warranty, just call Newmar and get them to replace or fix. No reason to spend money when you are still under warranty.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-28-2019, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,402
Posted By 06smokey
For 2020, all 36ft Bay Stars are on the 26k...

For 2020, all 36ft Bay Stars are on the 26k chassis.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-22-2019, 05:27 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 22,661
Posted By 06smokey
Just email or call a dealer and they can send you...

Just email or call a dealer and they can send you a order form.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-24-2019, 03:12 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 22,661
Posted By 06smokey
Just contact dealers and they can email to you.

Just contact dealers and they can email to you.
Forum: Texas Boomers 04-23-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,076
Posted By 06smokey
Congrats on selling your house. I'm sure it's a...

Congrats on selling your house. I'm sure it's a relief. How long was it on the market?

In the next 6 months I'll be selling two houses. I'm going to be so stressed getting them sold. Luckily one...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-15-2019, 03:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,556
Posted By 06smokey
So RV One has prices up on there website for the...

So RV One has prices up on there website for the 2020 Ventana. It looks like prices are $20k more than last year. I don't know why they would make the Girard awnings standard when last year it wasn't...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-12-2019, 02:02 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 22,661
Posted By 06smokey
Just looking at base on a 3412 Ventana LE from...

Just looking at base on a 3412 Ventana LE from last year to a Kountry Star 3412, it's $21k more than last year. A Ventana LE 3717 from 2019 compared to 2020 3717 is just under $13k more. I wonder if...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-11-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 22,661
Posted By 06smokey
Here is a short video of the Kountry Star. ...

Here is a short video of the Kountry Star.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5MEvxlqP-s
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-10-2019, 11:54 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 22,661
Posted By 06smokey
Well Dan you are correct. That saves me even more...

Well Dan you are correct. That saves me even more money. I saw that you replaced yours with Lithium. Good job on the the install.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-10-2019, 11:06 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 22,661
Posted By 06smokey
I'm still 2 years away. I'm glad I have time to...

I'm still 2 years away. I'm glad I have time to see all the options become standard. I do like that the gas models will have a 2000 watt inverter instead of two 1200 watt ones when you option for two...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-07-2019, 11:51 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 19,560
Posted By 06smokey
Thanks Neal!

Thanks Neal!
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 04-01-2019, 06:38 AM
Replies: 919
Views: 323,562
Posted By 06smokey
Sorry for you loss Neal. I had to put my dog down...

Sorry for you loss Neal. I had to put my dog down last year. I know before I even buy an RV and go on the road my baby girl that I still have will more likely won't be around to enjoy the adventure....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2019, 12:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,741
Posted By 06smokey
If you know the cargo capacity, then just...

If you know the cargo capacity, then just subtract that from the GVWT and that will get you the unladen weight.
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 01-31-2019, 12:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,811
Posted By 06smokey
Though I love Texas, I'm ready to leave. It's to...

Though I love Texas, I'm ready to leave. It's to damn hot in the summer. I plan on being west of Texas and be here in winter. Spend time with family and friends and leave first of year. Like you,...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 01-31-2019, 12:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,811
Posted By 06smokey
I say do what make if financially good for you. I...

I say do what make if financially good for you. I retired from AF and luckily have a pension. I'm retiring in two years. I'll be 52 and debt free. I'll sell both houses and will have enough equity to...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 01-31-2019, 08:49 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 26,744
Posted By 06smokey
The plate is free, but you still pay the tags....

The plate is free, but you still pay the tags. That's what he said.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-28-2018, 10:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,392
Posted By 06smokey
I went on Keystone's website and did the 360 view...

I went on Keystone's website and did the 360 view of the range and the vent should face towards the stove top. Yours looks to be installed backwards.

Mike
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-24-2018, 01:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 727
Posted By 06smokey
What size A/C do you have?

What size A/C do you have?
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 08-03-2018, 08:58 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 93,274
Posted By 06smokey
USAF (Air Trans) 1990-2011 Little Rock AFB, AR...

USAF (Air Trans) 1990-2011
Little Rock AFB, AR - 1990-1992
Rhein Main AB, DE - 1992-1994
Andrews AFB, MD - 1994-1996
Osan AB, KR - 1996-1997
McChord AFB, WA - 1997-1999
Kelly AFB, TX -...
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