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Reply #25 –
As Randy noted above, the angled toilet between the sink and shower does cause some "elbow room" issues. When we did our bathroom remodel (pictures are on a separate post) we took out the shower enclosure and replaced with a neo angle rod and shower curtain.  It has made a huge difference in the space and we really enjoy the openness.
Mark & Bev
2001 U295 36' Slide
Cummins ISC 8.3 350HP
Build #5802
Jeep Wrangler Toad

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Reply #26 –
I had a 34' Safari on leaf springs and it did fairly well after I replaced the front bushings, shocks and added a Safe-T-Plus stabilizer.  I have a friend who has a 30' Safari and it is really squirrely and there is nothing that can be done for it; too much weight on the back relative to the front makes for a very unstable ride.  Unlike the Safaris, we have a heavy generator at the front which really helps with the balance.  We avoided buying anything longer than a 36' for the reasons mentioned and we have a great ride and aren't bothered by on coming rigs.
2000 U320 mid entry  #5688
2006 Jeep Liberty


USMCR retired
SDFD retired
FEMA US&R TF8

Re: Driving characteristics of the shorter WB Foretravels

Reply #27 –
Quote from: Pierce & Gaylie Stewart –
Yes, our walk through bath in the 36 footer is huge. Foretravels are rally designed for two adults so this setup is perfect. If you take guests with you a lot, there is a loss of privacy with the walk through that the side aisle bath has. When we took our English relatives with us including their daughter, we planned ahead for CGs with at least bathrooms and a shower not too far away. It worked out well.

Pierce

Agree with Pierce.  I wanted a 36 footer and Cindy insisted on a walk thru bath.  Hard to find in a Grand Villa but it really gives the feel of more space from front to back and also allows for a larger private dressing room. 

You can create much more space up front by removing the barrel chair and replacing the big recliner with smaller rocker/recliner.

We added a bigger 36" TV (now off the floor) and an electric fireplace.  The extra footpace created is big enough for Max our 90 lb. Golden Retriever to curl up on instead of the couch!

Jerry
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Jerry and Cindy Maddux
1993 U300/36WTBI DD6v92TA
build 4271  "Miss Lou"
1995 suzuki sidekick 4x4 toad
Gulfport, Ms

"Pride of Ownership"

Re: Driving characteristics of the shorter WB Foretravels

Reply #28 –
Last January we were in Key West and started thinking bigger coach, a bunch of folks with 40' Tiffins raves about them and made us decide that is what we want, family owned company (since sold) great service etc. then we started looking at the shorter 34 or 36 ft units and the stories about steering wander that nothing will cure. The engine overhang at the rear is not counterbalanced and the front wheels are not securely attached to the road surface.
No way were we going that way, and that's how we got thinking about those amazing Grand Villas from the early 90's that have us envy when they pulled in beside our Rolls International, Teton or Travel Supreme!
That is how we went from $150,000 used to a Fortravel  U270 that we love!
David & Emma Roche
Dino (Golden Doodle)
1999 U270 WTFE 36' Build # 5534
Xtreme "Lights, Stripes & Roof"
Motorcade# 18321
Dayton, Ohio
Towd: Jeep Grand Cherokee
Two Townie Electra Bikes

Life is made to enjoy, the Foretravel helps!
 

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Reply #29 –
Quote from: coastprt –
Agree with Pierce.  I wanted a 36 footer and Cindy insisted on a walk thru bath.  Hard to find in a Grand Villa but it really gives the feel of more space from front to back and also allows for a larger private dressing room. 

You can create much more space up front by removing the barrel chair and replacing the big recliner with smaller rocker/recliner.

We added a bigger 36" TV (now off the floor) and an electric fireplace.  The extra footpace created is big enough for Max our 90 lb. Golden Retriever to curl up on instead of the couch!

Jerry
Here's another pic showing the extra legroom created.  Big difference in a 36' Grand Villa.

Jerry
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Jerry and Cindy Maddux
1993 U300/36WTBI DD6v92TA
build 4271  "Miss Lou"
1995 suzuki sidekick 4x4 toad
Gulfport, Ms

"Pride of Ownership"