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TechWriter
Jun 05, 2013Explorer
S-n-L wrote:
We have just sold our house, well closing date is in a few weeks, and we are shopping for a used DP to fulltime.
You didn't give yourself much time. People have done it in less time, but . . .
S-n-L wrote:
I have purchased the RV.org ratings for MH and would like to get some feedback on their ratings. DP such as Monaco products, Signiture, Exexecutive, Patriot Thunder, Navigator are rated as appropriate for snowbirding. However, Newmar Essex, American Coach Eagle, CC Magna are all rated for fulltime.
From what I have seen the Monaco products seem to be made with as good materials as the others and was wondering what specifically creates this inconsistency.
I think the RV.org ratings are interesting and informative, just don't take them as written in stone.
On the other hand, some responders think the best source of info are coach owners. Yes and No. Check out the owner forums on Yahoo -- people in these owner groups tend to be more candid about their brand than posters on the RV.net forums.
Finally, are some brands better for full timing than others? Probably, but your best bet might be to compare individual RVs with your specific needs and wants as you search. Good luck.
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