Re: 34 footers...? Reply #20 – November 13, 2024, 09:45:35 am Quote from: Dennis H – November 13, 2024, 12:14:59 amFor a lot of winter camping the Hydronic heating becomes worthwhile. When connected to park power it can also use electricity to reduce Diesel fuel use. The Diesel fuel is a primary advantage. It will also do a much better job keeping the water tanks warm. My Nimbus also has roof top ACs with heat pumps. They are fantastic for quickly heating the coach in mildly cold weather. But they don't heat the tanks. As I care a bit about my health the days of catalytic heaters and the like inside are long past. Not taking that health or fire risk to save a 1/2 gallon of propane of fuel. The hydronic usually also has the ability to pre heat the engine.I hear ya', Dennis. Our past three Moho's had Aquahot and they were indeed, very nice in the winter and great for hot showers. Now, however, we're trying to avoid rv parks and do more BLM/forest service dispersed/remote camping. The LD has been good for that with the exception of tank capacities (we can actually make it to up to 10 days pushing it), having 600 watts solar, 300aH lithiums, we have no power issues (not using the AC of course). Being familiar with Foretravels, that's our go-to reference. The FT also has more tank capacity, roof real estate for solar as well as more battery space which gives us more range.I wasn't aware that catalytic heaters were harmful - have heard quite the opposite and that they were very safe and efficient. I'll have to dig into that further! Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #21 – November 13, 2024, 10:12:46 am It's the disposal of them that can be harmful. Not the use of them. Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #22 – November 13, 2024, 10:45:18 am The thing I miss most about my U320 is the Aqua Hot (and handling on the highway). An often overlooked virtue of the AH is that you have 200 gallons of fuel for it on stand by. Great for being off grid for extended periods and its electrical consumption is a non-factor if you have solar. Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #23 – November 13, 2024, 06:04:27 pm Quote from: Bill & Kim – November 13, 2024, 09:45:35 amI hear ya', Dennis. Our past three Moho's had Aquahot and they were indeed, very nice in the winter and great for hot showers. Now, however, we're trying to avoid rv parks and do more BLM/forest service dispersed/remote camping. The LD has been good for that with the exception of tank capacities (we can actually make it to up to 10 days pushing it), having 600 watts solar, 300aH lithiums, we have no power issues (not using the AC of course). Being familiar with Foretravels, that's our go-to reference. The FT also has more tank capacity, roof real estate for solar as well as more battery space which gives us more range.I wasn't aware that catalytic heaters were harmful - have heard quite the opposite and that they were very safe and efficient. I'll have to dig into that further!We are being told that gas stoves in homes are not good for us. If using a stove in a house for cooking is of concern, how can an unvented heater in a small RV space be a good idea? Now my home does have natural gas, I do use it for cooking, with vent fan, drying clothes, making hot water, and heat. I don't believe everything I'm told. My coach now only uses propane for the fridge and stove. This is my first experience with the Oasis and honestly, I enjoy it. My only issue is that with a large coach, multiple heat zones, it takes a significant amount of battery power to run it. I've taken care of that.The industry is getting away from propane for a number of reasons. It is restricted on some bridges and many tunnels, most ferries. It may also be restricted in some locales for being in garages and other buildings. Quote from: Elliott – November 13, 2024, 10:45:18 amThe thing I miss most about my U320 is the Aqua Hot (and handling on the highway). An often overlooked virtue of the AH is that you have 200 gallons of fuel for it on stand by. Great for being off grid for extended periods and its electrical consumption is a non-factor if you have solar.I like that while driving engine heat can be used to heat the coach with the fan coil heaters and that it can also preheat the engine when power grid power is not available. Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #24 – November 14, 2024, 06:46:26 am Quote from: Michelle – November 11, 2024, 05:05:00 pm I'm thinking more buyer's remorse (RVing isn't for everyone - there have been many who have gotten into it in recent years who quickly discover it's not their cup of tea) OR MOTs photos were better than anything they could take themselves. It shows the new service facility in the background, so I'm thinking those photos are fairly recent, at least within the last year or two.I spoke to this gentleman and he told me he has owned 15+ coaches including many for his business. He said he is selling his 34' and getting a 38' because his wife wants more space. He sent me a video link and pictures of his 34' which all appeared to be from when he just recently purchased the coach from MOT. I think he did this because it was easy. I saw a post from him recently on Foretravel FB site also saying his 38' is for sale. I think his position is everything is always for sale for the right price. Nothing wrong with this and I am just stating my impression. He was very pleasant to talk to. Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #25 – November 14, 2024, 07:05:04 am For longer term winter boondocking I would consider holding out for the hydronic heating. The large Deisel tank just has so much more capacity and source of supply to suit the need. I'm doing some testing now as we just went below freezing. With just the Oasis turned on the pump and hose compartment are almost 60F with it being 30 outside. My lithium battery compartment is also being kept warm. Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #26 – November 14, 2024, 08:56:05 am Folks,Please keep this on the topic of 34' Foretravels.An off-topic post has been moved to another thread. Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #27 – November 14, 2024, 12:23:21 pm I would sell mine for 40. But thats way too much. Regardless of the solar and the huge upgrades to suspension , ac , etc. Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #28 – November 14, 2024, 01:01:04 pm Quote from: Protech Racing – November 14, 2024, 12:23:21 pmI would sell mine for 40. But thats way too much. Regardless of the solar and the huge upgrades to suspension , ac , etc.If/when the day comes I'm willing to sell mine, that's the ballpark I will be looking for. Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #29 – November 21, 2024, 08:00:05 am we are owners of 34 advertised on rvtrader in Lake Ozark. We are spending winter in AZ in it. Really like it and we would sell it for 70,000. I got a message from Joe, the previous owner. He really took good care of it. Let me know as I have another guy interested. Thanks. tedavelall@gmail.comTed Ave Quote Selected
Re: 34 footers...? Reply #30 – November 21, 2024, 10:42:25 am Quote from: Tedavelall – November 21, 2024, 08:00:05 amwe are owners of 34 advertised on rvtrader in Lake Ozark. We are spending winter in AZ in it. Really like it and we would sell it for 70,000. I got a message from Joe, the previous owner. He really took good care of it. Let me know as I have another guy interested. Thanks. tedavelall@gmail.comTed Ave Thanks, Ted - had already looked at your coach - very nice but we are looking for one without a slide.Bill Quote Selected
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