An older class A for a single traveler
It's me again, the dreamer. But it's all about all you can do though when you're saving up for a motorhome. I know an older class B would be the most practical motorhome for me. Most of the time I ...
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I think an older MH could server you very well if it is in good condition, if it is not in good condition it could be a money pit.
As far as gas mileage, you would not get enough benefit to pay for changing the transmission. I had an '87 Itasca 30 foot Windcruiser with a carbureted 454 and 3 speed transmission, it got about 7 mpg average. I now have a 2001 Winnebago 30 foot Brave with a 7.4 fuel injected engine and a 4 speed overdrive transmission, it averages about 8 mpg. Not that much difference, and it would take a long time to pay for the upgrade. Just use the money it would cost to change the transmission to buy fuel and you will be way ahead! I drive about 65 mph on interstates and the speed limit on other roads.
As far as gas mileage, you would not get enough benefit to pay for changing the transmission. I had an '87 Itasca 30 foot Windcruiser with a carbureted 454 and 3 speed transmission, it got about 7 mpg average. I now have a 2001 Winnebago 30 foot Brave with a 7.4 fuel injected engine and a 4 speed overdrive transmission, it averages about 8 mpg. Not that much difference, and it would take a long time to pay for the upgrade. Just use the money it would cost to change the transmission to buy fuel and you will be way ahead! I drive about 65 mph on interstates and the speed limit on other roads.
