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IAMICHABOD
Jun 03, 2017Explorer II
flavtfan wrote:
Few pics of my El Monte purchased RV. I dig it, overall very good experience with them and they even hooked me up on some stuff I found after I purchased it that wasn't covered under warranty...for FREE.I'm surprised the Cali El Monte missed it on their pre sale inspection but the Las Vegas store hooked me up.
As with all Ford Triton engines, I suggest looking at the exhaust manifolds before you buy and have them repaired if you see any broken stud bolts or evidence of leaking manifold gaskets (black carbon stains on the heads) or ticking noises when cold then going away when warm. I was just so anxious to get it I overlooked it, knowing full well after dealing with my 08 F150 that those engines have some manifold issues(replaced driver side at 60k and pass side around 85k)and when bolts break it's usually the rear ones.
Other than that the rig has A LOT of new parts on it. Driveline was almost new, trans was replaced and only has about 30K miles on it, and several other new items on the engine such as oil pump, hoses, etc.
The service records were very thorough and it was nice to see that not all the major parts had the miles on them that the odo said....same for the generator.
The black tank was even fairly new...new tires as well. I've done some other minor cosmetic OCD things such as purchase new OEM 12v covers for the dash, assist handle bolt covers for the A-Frame assist handles among other small things.
I still want to change out the hub caps to the wheel simulator style and I need to put some arm rests on the driver and pass seats. Anyway, here she is...hopefully the trailer isn't too much, that is the only thing I am a little concerned about but I see rigs like mine towing 16ft enclosed trailers all the time.
The good thing is, it's a 450 chassis with the 4.56 gears and it doesn't have as large of a rear overhang due to being a 25 footer. The rear end was also already braced up from the hitch to the main frame.
I also cut the old 4 pin connector and located the factory brake controller harness (found above the gas tank) and wired in a 7 pin with brake controller.
The size on the inside of this thing with the slide out is pretty amazing in my opinion too and I specifically like the open look of the floorplan since the fridge is on the opposite side vs being at the foot of the bed. Geez...just found out, this site needs to upgrade the picture loading capability.
http://s126.photobucket.com/user/oldman27/media/17968419_10208073202018383_898045551_o_1.jpg.html?sort=3&o=1
flavfan,thanks for the pictures of your new rig,it looks great.
The trailer should be fine,it is nice to have a place for your toys and a place to sleep and eat in comfort while using them,I believe you said you like to go to the Dunes,if it is Dumont,I have been there many times.
The write up about your experiance during and after the sale from El Monte RV was impressive and will be helpful to others that are thinking of buying a Former Rental.
El Monte RV is extraordinary at giving a customer a good deal and service,before and after the sale,their reputation depends on it. As others have found
Good luck and have fun with your new rig.
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