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Coachmen 31BD or BDP
Anyone have experience or knowledge about the Coachmen 31BD or BDP? I know that it's an entry-level coach, but this is our first RV in any shape or form, so we are thinking perhaps it's better to get our feet wet in a less expensive rig. We like the length of it being shorter, too.648Views0likes2CommentsRe: Newmar quality
Mile High wrote: PastorCharlie wrote: Newmars are built by Amish craftsmen.. Our 38' Newmar stays comfortably cool/warm with only the dash A/C or dash heater running while traveling throughout the USA. Very well insulated. All the cabinets are as top quality as in any home. Very quiet and smooth ride. The 3 slides are electric and all have locking devises when closed. The 2 heat pumps keep it very warm/cool in all weather conditions with its 7' ceilings. Very seldom have to run furnace. All bays open from side to side and are heated. The large bay carries the 22.5 spare and has enough room for 3-4 more. Hopefully different Amish Craftsman than the ones in Elkhart Indiana as claimed by every trailer manufacturer :) I was thinking the same!! LOL!!858Views0likes0CommentsRe: Dometic or residential refrigerator?
Do the RV fridges have a certain lifespan? And does it depend on how much it is used? For example, if someone has been living in it full-time, does it shorten the lifespan due to constant use, as opposed to an RV that is used recreationally?560Views0likes0CommentsRe: Is 50 gallons of fresh water enough for boondocking?
wa8yxm wrote: One thought. is this a motor home (if so what are you towing) or a Trailer (What are you towing WITH) Suggestion.. IF there is a pick up truck involed (works in cars too but easier with a pickup) Camping world and other places have "Water Bladders" some are close to 100 Gallons.. You toss one in the bed. (make sure bed is swept clean of debris that might poke holes) go to filling station (water type) fill 'er up and some come with aux pumps to transfer. or you can gravity transfer on some RV's. or add-a-pump.. I have a spare pump. Pumps are 12 volt devices. Now we have unlimited FRESH. But what about the WASTE tanks? Blue boy totes or a 55 gallon drum and a portable macerator WIth the Drum you fill 'er up using the pump and gravity dump at the dump station. It's a motor home in question. But, great to know about your method!! Maybe we should get a small truck as a toad! ;-)659Views0likes0CommentsRe: Do black coaches get really hot in summer?
timmac wrote: My black/cream motorhome stays cool in the Las Vegas desert heat but its under a black shade cover..:C However in the sun the black part on motorhome is hot to the touch but the cream part is cooler to touch.. Wow! That shade looks like an extensive setup! How large is the bundle for the shade system when it's packed to go? It makes sense! Black clothing is very hot in summer, as opposed to white clothing. Black just absorbs heat so much more. However...with every opposing post, my head turns one way, then the other! But, instinctively...I just feel that black feels hotter just by looking at it! LOL! But it's also true that black shows dirt so much more easily, too.611Views0likes0Comments
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