07-18-2014, 12:03 PM
What do I want in a motorhome? 45’ Newell DP, Bath & a half, Washer & Dryer, King Bed, Cummins diesel (I know I will not get that) and from 1999 to 2006.
Ok that really helps in narrowing the differences. Michael will correct me on the following statements with year and serial number but here we go.
There are some pretty substantial differences to consider in that time span. The first in my opinion is steering tag axle which came on board circa 2004. It makes a huge difference in turning radius. The second is two slides vs four. Four obviously gives spacious room while parked. Two is much more travel friendly in terms of coach access while rolling. There will be a cosmetic change to the front cap during that time period with the older coaches having rectangular headlamps and the newer coaches fitted with smaller round lights. The suspensions changed from Dana Front/ Ridewell rear to ZF all around circa 2004.
Otherwise, DD is pretty much the standard engine, and you already get an idea of how similar but different the layouts can be.
If you make it to WV in August to see the kids let me know. We have room and I'll so you our coach first hand. And no, it's not for sale. Rhonda would kill me after all the bus pimping I have done.
And I although I understand and appreciate Chester's viewpoint for two people one potty, I will say that the 1/2 bath is a huge difference if traveling with another couple, a friend, or kids. The mid door and half bath floor plans allow you to essentially divide the coach into two night time compartments.
Ok that really helps in narrowing the differences. Michael will correct me on the following statements with year and serial number but here we go.
There are some pretty substantial differences to consider in that time span. The first in my opinion is steering tag axle which came on board circa 2004. It makes a huge difference in turning radius. The second is two slides vs four. Four obviously gives spacious room while parked. Two is much more travel friendly in terms of coach access while rolling. There will be a cosmetic change to the front cap during that time period with the older coaches having rectangular headlamps and the newer coaches fitted with smaller round lights. The suspensions changed from Dana Front/ Ridewell rear to ZF all around circa 2004.
Otherwise, DD is pretty much the standard engine, and you already get an idea of how similar but different the layouts can be.
If you make it to WV in August to see the kids let me know. We have room and I'll so you our coach first hand. And no, it's not for sale. Rhonda would kill me after all the bus pimping I have done.
And I although I understand and appreciate Chester's viewpoint for two people one potty, I will say that the 1/2 bath is a huge difference if traveling with another couple, a friend, or kids. The mid door and half bath floor plans allow you to essentially divide the coach into two night time compartments.
Richard and Rhonda Entrekin
99 Newell, 512
Maverick Hybrid Toad
Inverness, FL (when we're home
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