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qtla9111 wrote:
Interesting what people find important in an rv. You would think it were things like, construction, building materials, weights and measures, etc. Instead, people worry about being being able to get to the bathroom while on the road. Wow, you stop at a rest stop and they have bathrooms.
I always get a kick out of rv shows. People talk about the number of flat screens, outside sound systems, color choices and valances.
All those things can be added or changed, the wall insulation, layout, and construction cannot.
Love this rv!
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โAug-21-2013 06:10 PM
relaxin wrote:
naaaa, don't like it, seems problematic, + 2 washrooms, and one with a double sink,,, like really??? why haul around the extra weight and square footage tied up in bathroom s, one is plenty, make the whole unit smaller or ad extra living room or kitchen space, put a bigger dine table instead of an extra bathroom, that would be more useful by far
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โAug-21-2013 11:34 AM
The Mad Norsky wrote:
Gosh, I just love all this negative vibes whenever a new idea comes along.
Mind you, I probably would never own this particular model. But Excel says right on their web site that one can enter the fiver and access most anything with the slides IN.
So that means fridge and bathroom, of which I believe there are two in this model.
So lets open up a little on this rigid, negative thinking. Sure, maybe we would not buy one, but that does not mean we have to comment negatively about it.
โAug-21-2013 11:34 AM
excelrvguy wrote:
The axles are actually 2 - 8K axles but when we spec the unit we use the weakest link which would be the "standard" G-rated tires (3750#/tire).
Even though "G" tires are standard, virtually every coach is ordered with optional 17.5" "H" rated tires (4850#/tire) bringing the overall CAWR up to the 16K capacity. Most order disc brakes also. This combination allows for almost 4,000 lbs of payload.
So, the next question is "Why don't they just make them standard!" The simple answer is.... marketing. In order to show a more competitive base price. The same reason electric windows and door locks are still optional on most cars. When was the last time you owned a car without optional electric windows & door locks?
Obviously, the opinion on this forum that no one likes this model. I certainly respect your opinions. I've been in the industry for 33 years and heard the same comments about slide-outs when they came out. When Excel introduced the first fireplace in an RV, we heard "Who needs a fireplace in an RV?" How many now own a unit without a fireplace or slide-outs?
Is it for everyone (Or even the majority)? No! Is it for you? Maybe not...
But our initial orders reflect the thoughts those who have actually been in it and love it.
If you would like to withold judgement until you see it, there will be one on display at the largest RV show in the Nation... Hershey
There have been some great innovations come from manufacturers who aren't afraid to try new things.