Hello. I own a RV and for those of you who can view all of my previous posts over the last 3 years you will know how much money I have put into this RV and the nightmare of driving from Ontario to Florida where I now am. A gentleman is flying to the RV this Tuesday and states that they want to buy it. It definitely is a "steal of a deal" with all the work and money that is into this RV. I want to thank everyone on this site who have been so helpful. I have learned so much. My job, which is part time...8 shifts per month, gave me a year off to try retirement so I am going back to my job as I really like my job as a Nurse. I truly thought of all alternatives rather than selling like bring RV home and store until I want to get back on the road again but have read all of the negatives on this site for doing this. I just do not want to put any more money into the RV and yes I should have made this decision a long time ago. This RV is just too large for me to be driving by myself and although I have learned a lot I am not mechanical to do work by myself. The trip down to Florida was just too scary and frustrating finding a mechanic who knew how to fix the RV. My plan is to go back to RVing again in about 5 years when I turn 65 and have been looking at Class B+ diesel which is much smaller than I have now and manageable. So thank you again to all of you and this site. Will let you know when sale is final.

Thanks for the update. I have been following your posts.I think a B+ will be a good choice.All I can add is, travel and do what you want while you are able.You don't know what life will hand you tomorrow.Enjoy your job and travels.

Take care and see you out there... later! Also the B+ (later), I'd go gas if you want any type of every day mechanic to be able to fix it if you are not mechanical.

ricelake922 wrote:Hello. I own a 1996 Monaco Dynasty and for those of you who can view all of my previous posts over the last 3 years you will know how much money I have put into this RV and the nightmare of driving from Ontario to Florida where I now am. A gentleman is flying to the RV this Tuesday and states that they want to buy it. It definitely is a "steal of a deal" with all the work and money that is into this RV. I want to thank everyone on this site who have been so helpful. I have learned so much. My job, which is part time...8 shifts per month, gave me a year off to try retirement so I am going back to my job as I really like my job as a Nurse. I truly thought of all alternatives rather than selling like bring RV home and store until I want to get back on the road again but have read all of the negatives on this site for doing this. I just do not want to put any more money into the RV and yes I should have made this decision a long time ago. This RV is just too large for me to be driving by myself and although I have learned a lot I am not mechanical to do work by myself. The trip down to Florida was just too scary and frustrating finding a mechanic who knew how to fix the RV. My plan is to go back to RVing again in about 5 years when I turn 65 and have been looking at Class B+ diesel which is much smaller than I have now and manageable. So thank you again to all of you and this site. Will let you know when sale is final.For we new folks, who have not had the opportunity to visit your previous messages, can you tell us what specifically were the problems with your motor home that caused you such grief? Did you not have any warranty or extended service plan? Was the motor home new when you bought it? How old was it when you bought it if not new?

Ricelake, I, too, followed your thread and hated to see the frustration that you experienced.A class B sounds like it would be a perfect fit for you and more manageable.Good luck and safe 'future' travels!MM.

ricelake922 wrote:Snip!The trip down to Florida was just too scary and frustrating finding a mechanic who knew how to fix the RV. My plan is to go back to RVing again in about 5 years when I turn 65 and have been looking at Class B+ diesel which is much smaller than I have now and manageable. So thank you again to all of you and this site. Will let you know when sale is final.That is exactly why be bought a truck and trailer. Virtually everything on a trailer can be repaired by any competent DIYer or RV mechanic. Anything on the truck can be repaired by the nearest auto dealership or mechanic. Regarding the B+, remember, unless you are pulling a toad, every time you want go anywhere, you will be "breaking camp", putting everything away, and then unpacking it again when you get back.

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DanNJanice
Explorer
Mar 05, 2017
ricelake922 wrote:
Snip!
The trip down to Florida was just too scary and frustrating finding a mechanic who knew how to fix the RV. My plan is to go back to RVing again in about 5 years when I turn 65 and have been looking at Class B+ diesel which is much smaller than I have now and manageable. So thank you again to all of you and this site. Will let you know when sale is final.

That is exactly why be bought a truck and trailer. Virtually everything on a trailer can be repaired by any competent DIYer or RV mechanic. Anything on the truck can be repaired by the nearest auto dealership or mechanic. Regarding the B+, remember, unless you are pulling a toad, every time you want go anywhere, you will be "breaking camp", putting everything away, and then unpacking it again when you get back.
Mr_Mark1
Explorer
Mar 05, 2017
Ricelake, I, too, followed your thread and hated to see the frustration that you experienced.

A class B sounds like it would be a perfect fit for you and more manageable.

Good luck and safe 'future' travels!

MM.
Floridastorm
Explorer
Mar 05, 2017
ricelake922 wrote:
Hello. I own a 1996 Monaco Dynasty and for those of you who can view all of my previous posts over the last 3 years you will know how much money I have put into this RV and the nightmare of driving from Ontario to Florida where I now am. A gentleman is flying to the RV this Tuesday and states that they want to buy it. It definitely is a "steal of a deal" with all the work and money that is into this RV. I want to thank everyone on this site who have been so helpful. I have learned so much. My job, which is part time...8 shifts per month, gave me a year off to try retirement so I am going back to my job as I really like my job as a Nurse. I truly thought of all alternatives rather than selling like bring RV home and store until I want to get back on the road again but have read all of the negatives on this site for doing this. I just do not want to put any more money into the RV and yes I should have made this decision a long time ago. This RV is just too large for me to be driving by myself and although I have learned a lot I am not mechanical to do work by myself. The trip down to Florida was just too scary and frustrating finding a mechanic who knew how to fix the RV. My plan is to go back to RVing again in about 5 years when I turn 65 and have been looking at Class B+ diesel which is much smaller than I have now and manageable. So thank you again to all of you and this site. Will let you know when sale is final.

For we new folks, who have not had the opportunity to visit your previous messages, can you tell us what specifically were the problems with your motor home that caused you such grief? Did you not have any warranty or extended service plan? Was the motor home new when you bought it? How old was it when you bought it if not new?
crasster
Explorer II
Mar 05, 2017
Take care and see you out there... later! Also the B+ (later), I'd go gas if you want any type of every day mechanic to be able to fix it if you are not mechanical.
gbopp
Explorer
Mar 05, 2017
Thanks for the update. I have been following your posts.

I think a B+ will be a good choice.

All I can add is, travel and do what you want while you are able.
You don't know what life will hand you tomorrow.

Enjoy your job and travels.

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