12-07-2021, 09:48 AM
Matt,
I have owned two Newells, one Newmar Mountain Aire, and two class B's.
My comments are based upon several things. All three coaches in your consideration are semi monocogue construction, meaning the exterior skin acts like an exoskeletan and adds tremendous strength to the structure. You will find far less rattles and loose screws in a coach with semi monocogue construction.
Two, I have been into the guts of a LOT of Newells, a few Foretravels, and follow the Wanderlodge group faithfully. Here is MY ranking of complexity and ease of maintenance. Foretravel first, Newell second, and Wanderlodge a distant third. I have driven all three and a handful of Prevost's. The Foretravel is simpler yet doesn't give up much at all in terms of performance, ride, or drive. You will have the 2 stroke vs 4 stroke issue to consider in the years you are considering.
I have owned two Newells, one Newmar Mountain Aire, and two class B's.
My comments are based upon several things. All three coaches in your consideration are semi monocogue construction, meaning the exterior skin acts like an exoskeletan and adds tremendous strength to the structure. You will find far less rattles and loose screws in a coach with semi monocogue construction.
Two, I have been into the guts of a LOT of Newells, a few Foretravels, and follow the Wanderlodge group faithfully. Here is MY ranking of complexity and ease of maintenance. Foretravel first, Newell second, and Wanderlodge a distant third. I have driven all three and a handful of Prevost's. The Foretravel is simpler yet doesn't give up much at all in terms of performance, ride, or drive. You will have the 2 stroke vs 4 stroke issue to consider in the years you are considering.
Richard and Rhonda Entrekin
99 Newell, 512
Maverick Hybrid Toad
Inverness, FL (when we're home
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