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โDec-15-2012 10:04 AM
RvBill3 wrote:The Chevy is actually 9" longer. I think the front bumber sticks out forward the remaining 3".
The Chevy is 6 inches longer than the Ford of the same model. That 6 inches is leg room in the cab. We tried each and went with the Chevy.
โDec-15-2012 09:52 AM
โDec-14-2012 03:48 PM
Sure Fords aren't a "problem" at 6'4, but sit in a Chevy and you'll feel the freedom and space. My knees aren't trapped. I can enjoy long drives.
โDec-14-2012 01:52 PM
adamroof wrote:
Please realize this is MY opinion for MY situation from MY experience, its all about me, not anyone else! ๐
โDec-14-2012 01:22 PM
โDec-14-2012 01:01 PM
adamroof wrote:
dleslie125 - And how tall are you? 6'4 or over? And your feet are 13 wides or bigger? Thanks for insulting me, of course I know theres a seat adjustment.
IAMICHABOD, thanks for the updated photos, that looks pretty awesome, even tho it will sit a bit lower than the dinette, that is going to be a great addition to seating as i dont have the solo recliner or other couch. Im giving them a call here in a bit. Do I just tell them the Chevy 4500 cutaway chassis and they will know, or should i grab some measurements?
โDec-14-2012 12:22 PM
โDec-14-2012 11:27 AM
IAMICHABOD wrote:
I do not want to start a war or a bunch of flaming, but I have to ask. What are the problems with a Chevrolet based Class C? Other than they are hard to find.
I have read a lot the posts about the Ford based Class C over the last year. They seem to be the majority of the ones out there.
It seems that the Fords have problems with the front suspension and have to be worked on a lot. I have not seen any posts about these problems on a Chevy.
The noise and heat that is generated by the Fords seems to be a factor especially on the passenger side. I drove several of the same type that I bought, all on Ford chassis, and I really noticed the noise and heat difference in the two.
The power and pulling and GVWR seem to be very close from what I have read by authors that have had both, also the fuel mileage seems to be close.
One thing that the Chevy has over the Fords is the Leg room up front. If youโre tall like me at 6โ6โโ 225 then you need that room.
So give it to me guys. Where are the problems? What do I have to look out for?
So far no problems at all, drives straight, rides really smooth for what it is, it is quiet and cool up front with plenty of leg room. Plenty of power when needed and gets looks from other Class C owners.
As a disclaimer, I bought a Chevy based Tioga Class C 26Q 2006, I test drove about a half dozen or more of the same or similar types all on Ford Chassis and just one test drive in a Chevy based one and I was sold.
โDec-14-2012 09:30 AM
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โDec-14-2012 09:08 AM
adamroof wrote:
Yes snowdance, same 13's here, amazing that Ford neglected road trip comfort for the driver. Each Ford I sat in while looking was making me feel like not buying a motorhome. Then sat in the Chevy. Heaven and checkbook.
And as for IAMICHABOD and his swivel seat... OMG OMG OMG YESSS!!! That is exactly what i need to do! OMG OMG I cant wait to get that started, is it Friday yet? YES IT IS!!!!
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