Mr.Mark wrote:
WOW Ocean! Nice! The miles are low but not too low! Can't wait to see the inside!
I can just see the smile on your face driving down the road! You will love the 10 air bag chassis and all the other amenities!
Safe travels,
MM.
So, you haven't commented on the inside, and I know compared to your Elegant Lady, it might look like a sand-box, but make me feel good about my purchase...:@ You know pour it on...lol
Bruce Brown wrote:
That's pretty sweet! Congrats.
Thank you! It really is a blessing we can get it...
Ivylog wrote:
It was the ISL that I had wrist pin problems in 2006 not the ISX... I would not worry about the engine. I would confirm the operation of every switch that is part of the multiplex system...lights, water pump, AquaHot........
Congrats and if I had to replace my Dynasty I would be looking for a rig like this.
That's really good thing about the wrist pin, and that I have a Good Engine! It's from all the help from you guys here. I couldn't have gotten a Good Coach without all your help and posts!
Mile High wrote:
Beautiful coach! Looks very clean inside as well.
Yes it appears to be clean, plus it looks like it has been in California since it's origination.
Mr.Mark wrote:
Ivylog wrote:
It was the ISL that I had wrist pin problems in 2006 not the ISX... I would not worry about the engine. I would confirm the operation of every switch that is part of the multiplex system...lights, water pump, AquaHot........
Congrats and if I had to replace my Dynasty I would be looking for a rig like this.
I immediately thought of you when Ocean Mist showed that picture. If it had a DD 60 Series, he probably would have to fight you for it. :p
MM.
The seller said he already has a line of people waiting to buy it if I don't want it... A Ploy or the truth...? :h
tropical36 wrote:
Congrats...
It looks like you went all out here and definitely made the right decision for buying a quality built coach. I would rather have something like that, than a brand new entry level unit, any day of the week. Someone even broke it in for you and most likely got a lot of the bugs out with not many miles since.
As for posting your find, early on, I think you made the right decision there, as well, since most states have a few days cancellation clause and just in case you're told something, that you're not aware of and feel that you can't live with.
It looks like you dodged one bullet already by getting an ISX engine.
That really makes me feel good about the purchase. The original price was $487k Plus tax and Lic, was like $531,965.45
I do feel like I made the right decision, and with the amenities like the 525ISX, Allison 4000,Tag, and all the goodies on the Executive, I can always re-sell if I need to... But don't see that as an issue.
Bill.Satellite wrote:
What you can expect is to spend a whole bunch more money. The only thing more expensive than owning an RV is owning a boat. Yes, you will freak out, pass out and go into shock. No one can begin to understand how expensive it is to own an RV until they own an RV. This is NOT a cheap man's sport. You have to have deep pockets and you have to have a sense of humor to deal with all the problems that are going to cut into those deep pockets.
Forget about wood work. Forget about impeccable (looks are deceiving). There is no such thing as impeccable in the new or the used RV market. You are going to have problems and you are going to have expenses. You just need to try as hard as you can to mitigate the amount of money flowing from your wallet on a day to day basis.
Thanks Bill for Sugar coating it for me... :B However, I AM a Sporting-Man by nature and an aspiring Man of Leisure. You did say almost expensive as a boat, and a funny story...
I did purchase a used MasterCraft 21' Maristar, 330hp inboard and I did all the Fixin' myself. So, I'm really hoping to do at lest some of the more mundane services myself. I will have to brush up on them here for the DP Tag...
Mr.Mark wrote:
Ocean Mist wrote:
I'm still buying the 40' Monaco Executive Rainier IV, with the 525ISX, 4000 Allison, and Tag, but I just need to know I'm buying a good Rig.
You know some of the best wood work in my range was the Beaver line. I just love that dark and light knotty wood.
The seller, on the above rig is impeccable, and an all around good guy, so I feel a lot better about the purchase...
The Exec get's inspected by Performance RV in Southern California on the 16th, and then the final deal will be made...
I have never spent so much on a Vehicle or RV...
What should I expect after I give up all that Hard earned cash...?
I mean will I freak out, pass out or otherwise go into shock? :E
Are you saying Redlands Truck and RV Performance Center in Redlands, CA?
If so, you have picked one of the best shops in the area. They will be installing the towing equipment on my new Lincoln.
Safe travels,
MM.
Yes it is Redlands Truck and Rv Performance. I'm working with Mark. He's going to check on the Steering unit to see if it's a Sheppard or the TRW. Karen actually knew what I was talking about when I mentioned the 2 units. They said they can more than likely do the swap if it's the Sheppard...!
Yes these guys seem to know their stuff. I also asked to look at the EGR valve, and give me an alignment.
They will get the RV a few days early to power up the airbags and sit for a couple of days to see if there are any leaks.
Also, asked if it is an Aluminum radiator or Steel copper, and if it has the DEF.
