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Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Quote from: John Haygarth –
Lovely job. Makes me want to go buy back my 93 GV as it too was in good shape, just for fun drives. I see the Air strips have gone!!
Maybe Brett will sell his Safari and go back to GV again.
John

Safari?
"Riding and rejoicing"
Bob
1997 U320 40' Mid entry, build 5132,  wtbi ce27, 4th owner
2007 Solara convertible
2 prodeco tech outlaw ss electric bikes

1095 watts solar
08 Ls 460 and a sc430
2000 Ford F-250 superduty 4x4

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #1 –
I heard that same rumor two weeks ago from another Safari owner parked next to us in the course of an evening of chat and dinner.
Dave Cobb
Buckhorn Lake Resort The Club, #6202, Kerrville TX
check the map.  I do rent it out when I am traveling!
2001, U320, 36' #5887, in Kerrville, FT Club #17006, (7/23 to present)
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Summit, white
EX: 98 U295, 36' #5219, (mid door), (4/13-10/23)
EX: 93 U225, 36' (4/11 to 4/13)

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #2 –
Quote from: John Haygarth –
Maybe Brett will sell his Safari and go back to GV again.
Quote from: Caflashbob –
Safari?
Quote from: Dave and Dolly Cobb –
I heard that same rumor two weeks ago from another Safari owner parked next to us in the course of an evening of chat and dinner.
Over on the RV.net forum, this is Brett's signature:

Brett Wolfe
1997 Safari Sahara 3540
EX: 1993 Foretravel 36' U-240

 :o
The selected media item is not currently available.Pat Hatfield
2000 U295 3600 #5666 WTFE (sold 1/7/20)
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
previously: 2003 U295 3610 #6228 (sold 5/29/14)
previously:  2009 Honda CRV (sold 6/9/14)

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #3 –
Yes, after looking for 4 months for a small coach that would do BOTH the South America trip and serve our needs in the U.S., we concluded that no coach small enough to do the South America trip would be comfortable for season-long trips here.

So, Plan B was to buy a less expensive Class A for the U.S. and a "throw away" older Class C for the South America trip.

The world is full of trade-offs. 

Brett
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #4 –
Quote from: Patricia –
Over on the RV.net forum, this is Brett's signature:

Brett Wolfe
1997 Safari Sahara 3540
EX: 1993 Foretravel 36' U-240

 :o

Fortunately Brett W. continues to share his knowlege with us over here and many other foums as well.
Rick
Rick

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #5 –
Quote from: wolfe10 –
Yes, after looking for 4 months for a small coach that would do BOTH the South America trip and serve our needs in the U.S., we concluded that no coach small enough to do the South America trip would be comfortable for season-long trips here.

So, Plan B was to buy a less expensive Class A for the U.S. and a "throw away" older Class C for the South America trip.

The world is full of trade-offs. 

Brett
I'm willing to bet this baby has a CAT in it...
Peter & Beth Martin
No Forrest? What have you done?
MC# 15890 until Dec 2016; FMCA #F329677
Cincinnati, OH

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #6 –
Yes, Peter, it has the 300 HP/860 lb-ft Cat 3126.  In a lighter coach than the Foretravel, it feels like a hotrod. But, did not select for a Caterpillar engine-- looked at several with Cummins and would have been quite happy with their engine as well.

Of course handing and fit and finish are not close to Foretravel standards.

Trade-offs are a bear.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #7 –
Oh, no! Say it ain't so!
Steve & Ginny Hill
96 U295 36'/Wrangler
Tampa

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #8 –
Brett: I just hope you stay active on this site as your knowledge is incredible.  Good luck with the Safari.  Is it one of those with the torsilastic suspension also?
Dwayne Keith
1992 U240
3116/MD3060

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #9 –
Quote from: wolfe10 –
Yes, Peter, it has the 300 HP/860 lb-ft Cat 3126.  In a lighter coach than the Foretravel, it feels like a hotrod. But, did not select for a Caterpillar engine-- looked at several with Cummins and would have been quite happy with their engine as well.

Of course handing and fit and finish are not close to Foretravel standards.

Trade-offs are a bear.

Careful on the hydraulic brakes.  Replace the fluid to make sure no water is in the brake  fluid. Rebuild the entire system after 15 years?  Recaulk roof completely and carefully.

Matt was excellent at floor plans.   
"Riding and rejoicing"
Bob
1997 U320 40' Mid entry, build 5132,  wtbi ce27, 4th owner
2007 Solara convertible
2 prodeco tech outlaw ss electric bikes

1095 watts solar
08 Ls 460 and a sc430
2000 Ford F-250 superduty 4x4

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #10 –
I looked long and hard at Safari's (Continental) before I stumbled onto the Foretravel. I always liked the Safari brand especially the early ones. I admired the business for site the original owner had, and the way he helped transform the modern class A coach.

A fantastic coach for the money.
 
1995 U320C SE 40'
Jeep 4x4 Commander - Limited - Hemi
"The Pack"  Yogi and Diesel our Airedales -  Charlie our Boxer/Akita mix. Gone but NEVER forgotten Jake our yellow Lab.
NRA Law Enforcement Firearms instructor - Handgun/shotgun
Regional Firearms instructor for national Armored Transp. Co.

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #11 –
To answer  a couple of the questions:

Not torsilastic-- even simpler.  It is just leaf spring suspension. But I have/am in the process of upgrading shocks to Koni FSD's, new sway bar bushings, adjust ride height, etc.

Hydraulic brakes-- yes have already changed brake fluid and will be cleaning and lubing caliper slide area before next trip.  Also changed hydraulic fluid.

Net, net, it is a coach that will allow us to continue our RVing lifestyle and still afford an older Class C for the South America trip.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #12 –
Brett, after you get done working your magic on the coach you will need a name for it.

Something like: Almost (as in almost a Foretravel)
                  or:  Wannabee (as in wannabee a Foretravel)

Good luck, have fun, play safe.

Norm

Nitehawk,  Demolition Lady, & our NEW master, Zippy the speeding BB cat.
1989 Grand Villa 36' ORED
Oshkosh chassis, 8.2 DD V8
2006 Saturn Vue AWD

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #13 –
Brett, I think I saw a safari in our storage lot...are you my neighbor?  Let me know if you need another pair of hands any time and I'd be glad to be your apprentice!
1996 U295 36' WTBI
 

Re: Brett and Dianne's SOB (split from Re: Roamie's transformation)

Reply #14 –
Thanks, Chris.

No, we have an enclosed with power garage at another facility.

Brett
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020