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Reply #25 –
43k miles and garage kept 270. Sounds like a good find to me.
Dub McBride 1996 270

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Reply #26 –
Quote from: Want2rv –
I'm reconsidering my destination thanks to your feedback.
With a late start due to the weather and it being a 6 hour drive, I need to come up with a plan B!!!

  At the risk of repeating myself, I don't know what your personal situation is.
  Are you OK with a 6 hour drive?  I don't like to go over 4 hours myself, given the weight and length of what I'm driving
In restless dreams I walked alone.
Narrow streets of cobblestone.


'93 U225
Build 4337
'14 CRV Toad

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Reply #27 –
Moby, interesting limits....I hear mileage limits by some, time by some and others base it on route as relates to traffic and road conditions....and just how tiring is it, stress of trip.  Or your favorite stops on a route?

For neebie cannot be too conservative I think
Mike
2001 U320 4010 Build 5878 (Gus)
Wrangle Unlimited Toad
Nacogdoches

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Reply #28 –
Quote from: Michael & Jackie –
Moby, interesting limits....I hear mileage limits by some, time by some and others base it on route as relates to traffic and road conditions....and just how tiring is it, stress of trip.  Or your favorite stops on a route?

For neebie cannot be too conservative I think
 
  Great questions!
  This decision is based on extensive scientific research.  The phase of the moon, the tides and a well thrown dart were all a part of the decision making process.
  My snark is really gonna get me in trouble some day.
  Still a great question.  I've based it mostly on my recent experience - how far do I have to go?  What are the road conditions?
Super slab or secondary roads?  All this plays into it.  Obviously if I'm on a super slab I'm going to make up more miles, but then boredom can set in.  Secondary roads mean less miles with interesting scenery but more twists, turns, merges and so forth that demand attention.
  Either way, I noticed that about five hours in I start to get sloppy, so I took off an hour of travel time and came up with that solution.  Also, it allows me to set up camp, unhook the toad and relax for a bit before we take a quick ride to scope out where-ever we landed.
  Road conditions play a part, so I'm firmly locked into the four hour rule (not).
  Generally, if Google tells me its a 5 hour drive, I look for alternative routes or break it into sections.  I keep telling myself, I have no place to go and no appointment to get there.  For example, the state park I'm in now did not have an opening on Saturday (my anticipated arrival date) so I drove close to the park, spent an overnight at another campsite then drove the whopping 45 minutes to get where I am.
  I guess, the final answer is:
    "It depends".
In restless dreams I walked alone.
Narrow streets of cobblestone.


'93 U225
Build 4337
'14 CRV Toad

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Reply #29 –
I am happy to report I made it home safely! My new ride is parked in the driveway.
It was a 2900 mile voyage, with only a few minor hiccups. We dodged bad weather, saw some beautiful countryside and learned how to drive an RV. I have heard it takes 2000 miles to get the basic driving skills down. I feel much more comfortable now, than when I started the journey in Las Vegas!

I look forward to taking a more leisurely trip!

As soon is I figure out how to attach, pictures I'll post some.
1997 U270 36'
Build #5115
2014 Jeep Rubicon towed
1972 Boston Whaler 16'
Charlie

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Reply #30 –
Hi  Charlie,  Where is "Home" ?  2900 miles from Vegas covers a lot of ground..  ;D
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Gerry & Brenda
CHARLOTTE HARBOR, FL
1994 Grand Villa - # 4466
U300 Unihome - 6V92 Detroit
4 speed Allison - Jake Brake

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Reply #31 –
South Jersey, near Philadelphia.
We took some side trips to the Grand Canyon, Petrified Forest and the Meteorite Crater. Very enjoyable!!!
1997 U270 36'
Build #5115
2014 Jeep Rubicon towed
1972 Boston Whaler 16'
Charlie

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Reply #32 –
Great first trip!
1993 U300 40ft GV SE
Build # 4344

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Reply #33 –
Good show, Charlie! How did the steering wheel fair? No bends or scratches in the device? Seats still good? Way to go.
Paul & Kathleen
1995 U320c SE 40'
Build 4681 --Cummins M11 /17511
"That Irish Girl"
Red MINI " 40"

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Reply #34 –
No scratches, dings or dents!
The steering wheel did receive some serious squeezing when I climbed up and over the Sky Line Drive at Natural Bridge in Virginia! I really appreciated the retarder!
1997 U270 36'
Build #5115
2014 Jeep Rubicon towed
1972 Boston Whaler 16'
Charlie

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Reply #35 –
Congratulations on your new coach and trip home.

I have a few comments too.. we bought our first coach 1-year 3 Mo's ago.

(1) I've learned the art of going slow.  I never drive over 63 mph. I'm easy on bumps. Driving my rv is a lot different pace than driving a car. I am very careful with following distance.
(2) there is huge value in taking a course such as RV Driving School; two days of driving with an expert. I had the humiliating experience of after 2000 miles, "I got this" ...taking a turn too close and clipping a bridge "thing". It cost State Farm $17k. I still want to cry when thinking about it.

Enjoy your new coach! Travel on! 


Michael Hayley; Barry Brennan
2001 U320, 36', IFS, build #5909
Buster and Shelby, (Boxers)

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Reply #36 –
Just thought I would attach some pictures of my new ride.
1997 U270 36'
Build #5115
2014 Jeep Rubicon towed
1972 Boston Whaler 16'
Charlie

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Reply #37 –
Front inside view.
1997 U270 36'
Build #5115
2014 Jeep Rubicon towed
1972 Boston Whaler 16'
Charlie

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Reply #38 –
Look'n GOOD!
'02 40' U320t  4010WTFS Build 6036 1 slide
Motorcade # 17841
SKP 151920
Retired truck driver
 5 million miler
Still have itchy feet for travel

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Reply #39 –
  I am currently negotiating on my fist Foretravel....very anxious!  Congrats!

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Reply #40 –
I took a leap of faith buying my Foretravel and so glad I did!
I followed my heart and paid attention to my gut reaction! Maybe not the most scientific way to go, but it's the way I have the most success!!!
Good luck with your search!!!
1997 U270 36'
Build #5115
2014 Jeep Rubicon towed
1972 Boston Whaler 16'
Charlie
 

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Reply #41 –
Congrats Charlie on your "new to you" Foretravel! Looks like a nice one. Take the time to learn all the systems, what makes her "tick" and get some knowledge here on the forum. Also, take advantage of your free 1 year membership in the Foretravel Mototrcade by calling them and telling them you just bought.  Hope to see you on the trails!

Chuck
AKA Chuck
1993 U280 40' WTB, Build 4345, CUM 8.3 "Falcor", 2010 Honda CRV TOAD (Spock), 970W solar on roof
Full-Time traveler between Quartzsite AZ, Longview WA, Ellendale ND, and Lake City SD
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