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Travelin2's avatar
Travelin2
Explorer
Jan 16, 2017

Comparing Born Free to Phoenix Cruiser for purchase

We are looking to buy a used small rv. Today we are going to look at a couple of Born Free motorhomes. One is a 2004 24RB with Ford 6.0 liter Powerstroke diesel engine and propane genny. They are asking $29,900. The other is a 2007 24RB with the V10 gas engine. This one is advertised at $34,900. We are comparing them to a Phoenix Cruiser 2301 with a Ford 5.4 Triton gas engine and no generator, which we like the looks of. This one is too far away to look at but is in impeccable shape. They are asking $27,900.

We would welcome any insights or opinions you might have about these.

Some questions I have....Fuel mileage on diesel?....enough improvement over the V10 to make up for the difference in fuel price?.....What about diesel noise in the cab while driving?.....Anyone know if there were major construction changes in the Born Free between '04 and '07?.....Is that 5.4 Triton engine going to be a dog in the Phoenix Cruiser?.....Has anyone ever slept on one of those Phoenix Cruiser triple jackknife sofas? How's your back?...If you have knowledge or opinions about anything on these rigs, I would be glad to hear it.
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  • midnightsadie's avatar
    midnightsadie
    Explorer II
    Jan 16, 2017
    we now have a liesure travel van class C and its great the 5cyc mercedes benz diesel gets 20mpg better than the newer v6 .but the v 6 is in the 16mpg range still better than a gasser.
  • PSW's avatar
    PSW
    Explorer
    Jan 16, 2017
    No generator on the Phoenix Cruiser? Will that work for you? Do you have a generator on you Pleasure Way you show in your signature line?

    We love our Phoenix Cruiser and are impressed with its quality. Especially, we love the fact that it is a little more narrow than most Cs and more aerodynamic. Personally, I am not a fan of diesel on a small rig for more reasons than I have time to list or you have time to read.

    Paul
  • Community Alumni's avatar
    Community Alumni
    Jan 16, 2017
    Get the Born Free with the gasoline engine and generator.
  • midnightsadie's avatar
    midnightsadie
    Explorer II
    Jan 16, 2017
    owned a 2001 BF 24ft was great they have a steel frame that goes around the rv for safety .the rv was well built .never a problem with it .had the V 10 motor avg 9.mpg had plenty of power .a diesel would be so noisey you,d need ear plugs.

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