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Re: Could I get a better deal on this TT?
I'm in New Mexico and so the RV industry is a bit more scarce here (like everything else). My wife and I figure since this is our first RV experience, it would be best to start small, really small, just to get our feet wet. That is why, if I can get a bargain on a 2014, it won't put such a dent in our finances. But we do want to be somewhat informed and responsible buyers too. We also like that this model is fiberglass exterior instead of aluminum.488Views0likes0CommentsRe: Could I get a better deal on this TT?
These are great tips. Thanks so much. How would I go about inspecting this trailer (for leaks and whatnot)? They did have it in the showroom until a few months ago (it's now outside), and I can confirm that from photos on their website.488Views0likes0CommentsCould I get a better deal on this TT?
So the wife and I went to a dealership and found a K-Z Spree Escape 14RB. It's new, but a 2014 model. It had a sticker price of $12,000, but I've seen 2016's online for under $10,000. We've never dealt with dealerships before. Just wondering how much haggle room there is.2.9KViews0likes15CommentsRe: Maybe you can help us
monkey44 wrote: For the most versatile camping lifestyle, a good truck and a truck camper works quite well. I full-timed in mine for over two years, and then later in life, Genie and I have taken six month trips at a time with no issues, even when it rains. Best combo is a hard-side with full bath ... tight fit, but functional. Gets you clean. you'd need a 2500/250 truck for anything but the smallest, lightest. The difference between 1500/150 and 2500/250 in price is not significant, and you want enough power and suspension for comfort on the highways. Drive into tight campsite, or tight forest or desert roads, and/or drop the TC at the campsite and take the truck alone. We've been all over this country, Canada, and Mexico at various times - it goes anywhere we need, and the camper can go anywhere the truck can go ... no worries about turning around at the end of a road. We'd suggest a 4x4 PU, as you only need 4x4 once to make it worth the cost, and it appears you like back-country rather than "Full HU" resort style. If we know more about your budget, we can recommend a good set-up. Tires are important - and brakes - when hauling a TC as well. Thanks. I do like this idea a lot. We're good with small, that's why we like the shortbed campers (like the Lance 650) and yes, we do need help in the area of choosing the right PU (of course we'd like the most economical). Our budget is under $60,000.484Views0likes0CommentsRe: Maybe you can help us
JAXFL wrote: We're content with a good shower and a meal............... Then I would say that even a 18' RV would work for you. Check Craigslist for a low cost RV even a cruiser type van might work and get you going. Yeah, 18' is plenty big for us. Currently looking at the Chalet XL 1935, Escape 17', and KZ Spee E14RB, and Lance 650 Truck camper... They're all quite different.484Views0likes0Comments
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