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Re: Any Monaco Dynasty Owners?
Ivylog wrote: Easy one fist... No Dynasty had 500 HP until around 2010 This didn't sound right to me as I remembered seeing '08 Dynasty models with a 500 HP engine. And sure enough, they had them: http://www.monacocoach.com//library/2008/2008_Dynasty.pdf367Views0likes0CommentsRe: No Leveling System in my Class A
Just wanted to say I'm surprised how many people don't have a leveling system of some sort. I've read that if you use boards or blocks and they do not COMPLETELY cover the footprint of the tire you can damage the tire. I wonder if the prevalence of people leveling with boards might explain many otherwise unexplainable tire failures? Just wondering out loud. Moreover, for anyone with a coach with an air bag suspension I'm pretty sure, though not positive, that HWH can retrofit an air leveling system. That would be my first choice vis-a-vie jacks. YMMV.346Views0likes0CommentsRe: How old is too old, subjective question but I want opinions
Rick Knee wrote: Actually is was a Manhattan. Otherwise Gin. Rick Thank goodness there are still men in San Diego who know how to drink like men. I can't begin to tell you how many "guys" I know who would have answered "actually it was a Jack and Coke (or even rum and Coke!) otherwise it would be vodka." It makes me cringe every time I hear something like that. Well, at least there's no one drinking my Scotch, so that's a plus! As to your decision, I think you made the right choice. You can always change your mind in the years to come.370Views0likes0CommentsRe: Why buy out of California
Just a comment on property taxes in California. The property tax rate in California may seem low relative to other parts of the country, but the amount one pays is not. This is because the prices of homes here are so high. The average price of a house in California is, for example, almost double the average price for a house in Oregon. Moreover, many newer homes pay additional Mello-Roos and other various tax assessments. On top of that we have some of the highest income tax rates in the country.367Views0likes0CommentsRe: French Quarter RV Resort.
I think an emailed picture would go a long way even if they have an age limit on paper. It is probably just a way for them to have a policy in writing when they want to turn some rust bucket away without someone taking personal offence. And speaking of things in writing, if it is an age cut-off policy I would much prefer to have their pre-approval in writing than rather just talking to someone on the phone. The nice person who you spoke with on the phone may not be there when you roll in and no one wants either a needless confrontation nor to be turned away after a long drive. I'm sure pulling up the email would clear things up in a hurry. At the risk of putting incorrect words in the mouth of a park owner/operator, I doubt there are many with 10 year age limits who would turn away 20 year old coaches that show great pride of ownership. And while there are MANY great folks with old RVs that do show their age, I sympathize with park operators who worry about the minority that may not be such great folks. Meaning, it may not be simply a case of being snooty as there may be some merit in the concept that if someone doesn't show their own rig respect, they may not be as inclined to show respect to the property of other guests. Moreover, I suspect that some guests think they may be no safer than they would on skid row if a bunch of coaches in the park look like the equivalent of a skid row dwelling. Such a perception could hurt business. If you appreciate what I'm getting at. Again, I might be completely off base, but these are my guesses why some parks have age limitations on guests' coaches.335Views0likes0Comments
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