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My New to Me 1998 U295 36 foot Foretravel

  Thank you Bill and Ricki. I have just finished my second day on the road driving this coach after completing the purchase. The coach is everything I hoped for and then some. Poncho my dog seems to like the extra room, our previous travels to Alaska and back were in an 8.5ft slide in truck camper. On my first day on the road I stopped at Hord's Creek Lake campground near Coleman Texas and settled into my camp spot right next to a 1999 U320 which was just preparing to leave after camping there a few days. Enjoyed sharing the site with numerous deer and continued on my way this morning. I plan to full time as long as I am able. Capt.SRP
1998 U295 36ft build 5236
 
  Full timing just got better with a Foretravel

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Congrats on the new coach!  So, going from a 8.5' camper to a 36' coach - that is about a 400% increase in space.  It's no wonder Poncho is a happy dog!  Only downside: he won't be able to hang his head out the window as you go down the road...  Hope the new ride is everything you want and need.  Post photos of the coach and your travels when able - we LOVE photos!
1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
Sorento (or BOLT) on a Kar Kaddy SS
"Nature abhors a vacuum"

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Hi Capt SRP.  Welcome to the community of owners.  We also have a 36' and at first compared to our previous RV it seemed huge.  Experience and practice and it will seem normal. Short drives and long stays.  Safe travels to you and the Pancho.

You can add some coach info to your signature (modify your profile) then folks will have a better idea of what you are driving. And as you did in your thread title, being specific helps too.  Thanks!
Roger Engdahl and Susan Green
2001 U320 3610 #5879 (Home2) - 2014 Jeep Cherokee or 2018 F150
Hastings, MN

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 ^.^d
Scott & Carol Seibert
2001 42' double slide U320 - Sold
Previous - 2002 36' U320

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CONGRADS ON THE NEW COACH,THE FOLKS ON THE FORUM ARE WONDERFUL, AND ARE ALWAYS READY TO HELP.
WELCOME ABOARD!! AND GOOD LUCK WITH THE COACH.BOB
Bob/Brenda
2003 GV320 40'
Former 2000 U320 40'
Former 1993 U300SE
2007 GMC Envoy Denali
FMCA #2063 S1

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Thanks for the greetings. I am slowly working my way west from Texas. I have completed over 1000 miles so far with no issues. I am currently in Arizona and will be leaving for Nevada tomorrow. I full time mainly traveling between family and friend locations. I am really happy with the coach and hope to see other Foretravelers on the road.
1998 U295 36ft build 5236
 
  Full timing just got better with a Foretravel

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Keep your eyes out for Triple555 if you are going to be on 10. He is traveling east on 10, driving a '89 GV.
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

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Enjoy Capt.
Dub McBride 1996 270

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Welcome! Sorry I missed your posts, we're just down the road in Ajo. Feel free to ask any questions about the road west. M
1993 U-240 "La Villa Grande"..CAT 3116 w/ Pacbrake PRXB...Allison 3060 6-speed..
Previous: 1983 Airstream 310 turbo diesel, 1979 Airstream 280 turbo diesel
                                      Build # 4297
                                      PNW natives
                      Home base:  'Cactus Hug' (Ajo, Arizona)
                        DW Judy & Chet the wonder dog
                        Full-Timers 'Sailing the asphalt sea'

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Sounds as if you are already enjoying your "new" Foretravel. Hope you have many, many more good years ahead!
David and Carolyn Osborn
1995 U320C SE 40' Build 4726 Feb 1995
FMCA 147762
Motorcade 17186

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Quote from: Capt.SRP –
our previous travels to Alaska and back were in an 8.5ft slide in truck camper. Capt.SRP

We made the same transition from a truck camper but bought a class C in between our FT. Loved my truck camper and the versatility it gave us. Buy a 4wd pick up and you have quite a set up. From driving on the beach to 4 wheeling in the woods. Good memories. Enjoy your Foretravel.
Ed and Michele
2000 U295  36'  (Build #5600)
8.3 ISC 350HP.
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (Toad)
2001 Lance Truck Camper (Sold)
2001 Lazy Daze (Class C). RK Floor Plan (Sold)

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Enjoy the journey, and the huge increase in space.  We know our dog was way happier too, in the coach than the back seat of the truck. 
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)

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Welcome Capt.

You've landed in a great place with excellent choice of MH and an amazing group for support. The forum makes your Foretravel just that much better.

Safe travels
Robert and Susan
 1995 36' 280 WTBI 8.3 3060r
 1200 watts on the roof, 720 Ah of lithium's
 Build # 4637. Motorcade # 17599
        FMCA  # 451505
        18  Wrangler JLUR

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Hi Stan,
Found your posting after getting home.  The Foreforum is the most amazing group of people I have ever found.  Their warm welcome is only the beginning of your enjoyable association and assistance on so many subjects. 

Have a great adventure and keep The Poncho close to your side.  He is a good friend inspite of stepping on the wrong buttons  ;D .

Safe travels to you,

Bill and Ricki 
Loving our gently used
1998 U295 3600 WTFE
Bill and Ricki

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  The journey continues. After 10 days in Las Vegas I arrived in Lake Havasu City Arizona today. approaching 1 month and 2K miles since the purchase and all is well. I really like the floor plan and the Allison retarder is real nice, thinking of adding the joystick. Will be moving on to California next week to visit family. Noticed a 1998 40ft U295 for sale here in Lake Havasu city. Info and pictures can be found on Craigslist Mohave co. Arizona. Thinking of going to Quartzsite in January, will there be a Foretravel gathering. Safe travels to all.
1998 U295 36ft build 5236
 
  Full timing just got better with a Foretravel

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Clicky: Foretravel
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