Motorhome good or bad idea?
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09/30/12 11:04 PM
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I plan on getting my car back out next year and have a chance to buy a 28 foot motorhome.it is a gas fuel injected 460.I wanted a short one so it would be alittle easier to tow my 28 foot enclosed trailer. I have a diesel truck which pulls it fine,but have always wanted a motorhome to stay in at the racetrack.Im not planning on towing very far..farthest would be around 3 1/2 hours away mainly flat ground. just wanted to know the guys that have switched over if it was a good decision or not? would love to have a diesel pusher but not worth the added money to me and I can get this gas for a decent price.. Thanks guys
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Re: Motorhome good or bad idea?
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09/30/12 11:22 PM
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I had a 91 class C 27' Ford Coachman 460 FI engine and it did ok as long as you were not planning on lots of hills. I live an area were I had to climb several steep hills and the speed limit was 25 mph going into the grade. My trans started acting up so I sold it as a Mechanics Special. I found a 25' class A 454 (2001) and the difference in power is almost unbelievable. I picked it up for 5000 dollars with 32000 miles on it and its in GREAT shape. My son just bought a 34' class A diesel pusher (airstream) with 24000 miles on it for 5000 dollars but it needs a little work. Make sure you drive it first to check out the power. Most of these motor homes will require some work on the rear frame area to beef it up some. I tow with my diesel truck unless it is a 2 or more day race. It sure is nice to have at the track.
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Re: Motorhome good or bad idea?
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10/01/12 01:44 AM
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Bought mine a couple years ago and cannot be happier. I really enjoy staying at the track, getting to meet and hang out with the other racers at the track is as much fun as racing itself. We went with a deisel pusher as out here flat land is few and far between
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Re: Motorhome good or bad idea?
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10/01/12 11:24 AM
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It's a class A Fleetwood Bounder.the owner hauls a 30 foot enclosed with it and he said it does fine.I figured there would be more gas motorhome guys chime in?
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Re: Motorhome good or bad idea?
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10/01/12 12:16 PM
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I don't own a motor-home, but I have done it more than once with other peoples stuff. Its very nice to be able to stay at the track. Half the fun is meeting people and BS'ing after the races are over for the day. It's not going to get the mileage a truck does, or have the power, so expect your fuel bill to go up, but you will save money on a hotel and have a more enjoyable experience at the track. The only downsides people complain about are the obvious maintenance and upkeep costs. If I had the room to store one, I'd probably downgrade my new truck and get a motorhome for most of the racing trips.
-Dustin 67 Dart, 9 second, 392" G3 Hemi 68 Barracuda 340 F/SA
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Re: Motorhome good or bad idea?
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10/01/12 04:33 PM
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Keith Richards
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I plan on getting my car back out next year and have a chance to buy a 28 foot motorhome.it is a gas fuel injected 460.I wanted a short one so it would be alittle easier to tow my 28 foot enclosed trailer.
I have a diesel truck which pulls it fine,but have always wanted a motorhome to stay in at the racetrack.Im not planning on towing very far..farthest would be around 3 1/2 hours away mainly flat ground.
just wanted to know the guys that have switched over if it was a good decision or not? would love to have a diesel pusher but not worth the added money to me and I can get this gas for a decent price..
Thanks guys
Well I still have my Dodge Diesel with 84k on the clock that I plan on keeping but to answer your question We bought a '96 28' Coachman (460 powered)from a friend of ours a few months back and I cannot believe how much better it has made our families racing experience. I highly recommend it, although finding the right rig in the condition that you want can be a challenge. When this one came up we didn't hesitate a minute. If you have any specific questions let me know.
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Re: Motorhome good or bad idea?
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10/01/12 09:06 PM
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I too have been looking at a motorhome. I like the layout of the C-Class better, with the sleeping space for the kids up top out of the way. What makes the A-class a better tow rig than the C-class layout?
LemonWedge - Street heavy / Strip ready - 11.07 @ 120
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Re: Motorhome good or bad idea?
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10/01/12 10:14 PM
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I love my old school 86 Born Free 21ft...full water,4000gen,big potty-shower,kitchen. Full frame and duallys. 460 Ford with my little 600 Holley will get 8-9 mpg. Hard to find
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