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We just purchased a 36' 1998 U270

After much angst and research we just purchased a 1998 U270. It's a two owner that has been stored inside all its life.  It was used mainly as a hospitality vehicle for trade shows. They would spend the night in a motel most of the time. New tires, new batteries and comes with service records.  Moving up from a P190 Roadtrek anticipating retirement in two to three years. The rear tires were original. Updated Xantrek inverter/charger (2010) and equipped with ice maker and original TV sets. No evidence of any leaks. It's easier to live without slides when you come from a Class B😀  We were impressed with interior storage and use of space along with ease of access to engine and generator.
1998 36 foot U270 Build No. 5328 WTFE, 900 watts solar, Victron controller, B2B, bat monitor, 600 AMPH lithium with 2018 Chevy Colorado toad, SKP #110239, Motorcade #17781, 2021 Escape 17B for when Coach is broken down and campsites are too small, retired and full-timer since Dec. 2020. Part of RV family since 1963.

Re: We just purchased a 36' 1998 U270

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Welcome! We're sure you will enjoy your new-to-you Foretravel. Feel free to ask any questions you may have. We're a friendly bunch who are anxious to help!
David and Carolyn Osborn
1995 U320C SE 40' Build 4726 Feb 1995
FMCA 147762
Motorcade 17186

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Congratulations!
Tom
1998 U320 40'

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Welcome to ForeForums. Congratulations on your new Coach. Hope to see you down the road.
Dennis & Martha Harrell
2000 Foretravel U320
2014 GMC 4X4 Sierra Crew Cab Pickup

Re: We just purchased a 36' 1998 U270

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Quote from: Realmccoy –
It's easier to live without slides when you come from a Class B😀
Welcome to the group!  Many consider the '98 models to be the high point of Foretravel production in terms of quality and reliability.  The 36' length is the perfect blend of interior space and exterior "maneuverability" and "park-ability".  Don't worry about lacking slides - you won't miss what you've never had!  Best of luck in your new adventure.
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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If you get a chance, show us a few photos!

Welcome.

Chris
1996 U295 36' WTBI

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ANY Foretravel is better than SOB of the same year!!

Congratulations on your choice of quality, style, design, and durability, along with joining what is undoubtedly the finest group of support owners in the world.
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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Congratulations!
1993 U300 40ft GV SE
Build # 4344

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Congratulations! Welcome to Foretravel ownership and the ForeForum ^.^d
Greg & Nettie
1998 U320 40Ft Limited Edition
Build #5382
2014 Ford Cmax toad
Escapee #122299

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...a very warm welcome to the very happy family of Foretravel owners!!!

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Welcome to FT ownership ask all questions  ^.^d  plenty of knowledge here.

PS: We also graduated from a 190 Roadtrek....Parking the FT is abit more difficult... ;D  ;D

H&M
Hans & Marjet
1995 U300 "Ben" (#4719)
3176B Cat,4060HD,Jake
SKP#139131
Motorcade#17579
2006 Honda Element (towed)

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Quote from: Hans&Marjet –
.Parkingthe FT is abit more difficult...

Even for us, coming from a 31 footer, backing up was (is) daunting. Funny how 5' makes a big difference. You'll have to get into a back-in site, eventually, so some cone markers or such in a empty mall parking lot is a good way to learn. Don't trust "helpers", trust one person that you can communicate with. I've heard some would-be divorces coming up using walkie-talkies, but others seem to do well. Nothing like your sig-other screaming," STOP, STOP, you idiot, I said MY left!"  ^.^d  Hope you've seen "The Long Long Trailer" with Desi & Lucy.
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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Just wait until you explain to the DW how to signal you (three times!!) when checking the rear coach lites.... And she still doesn't do it the way you explained!!!
STOP---STAY CALM (try to, anyway)-- GET OUT and tell the DW you will do the damn thing yourself!!!
One would think that after seven years any additional instructions would no longer be necessary-----WRONG!!!!! :'(  :'(  ::)  ::)
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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Quote from: nitehawk –
One would think that after seven years any additional instructions would no longer be necessary-----WRONG!!!!!

I am blessed with a very soft spoken DW. After 30 years of cruising, she now has a voice that will raise the dead when landing and embarking.  b^.^d
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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One thing I've seen, more than a few times, DW & DH swap places when parking. He gives directions, she drives.
Dave W. (AKA Toyman )
'03, 270, 36', Build 6095, Pulling whatever I hook it to.

"Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened."
Dr Seuss

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On the motorcades that I was on, parking was the most stressful
George Ray 1992 U280 40'

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RealMccoy, welcome aboard! we have the same coach only a year newer. Right now we are outside of Tyler, but after the first of the month we will be on the road and headed to CO. Let's stay in touch, and as we each learn more about these coaches we can share the wealth.
Len & Deb
Len and Deb Speiser
1999 U270 36'
2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
You're either on the bus, or you're off the bus!--Ken Kesey
If you're lucky enough to live in a bus, you're lucky enough!

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CONGRATULATIONS on your last day of work, Deb. The world is now your oyster. .....go for it!




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Lynn & Marilyn Sickel
Tollville, AR
1997  U320  40'
2021 Chevrolet Silverado pickup
Motorcader  17257

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Welcome to the FT world and the Forum, Realmccoy. You are amongst the most knowledgeable group of Coach owners there is anywhere. All of us were beginners, once. You'll find answers here; just ask.

Hope to see you down the road, too.

Lynn and Marilyn


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Lynn & Marilyn Sickel
Tollville, AR
1997  U320  40'
2021 Chevrolet Silverado pickup
Motorcader  17257

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Welcome from another newcomer.  We are a year earlier.  If you haven't already, take a look at youtube's how to drive a MH done by Lazy-days.  Most helpful with the size adjustment.
George and Steph
1997 U270 36 Build 5081 "Honu"
1180w Solar 400A lithium all Victron house system
Motorcade 17670, SKP 128300, FMCA F459019
73 VW Camper, 79 VW Camper, 2363 Sunline, and an Arctic Fox 25P

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Welcome!  We are new to Foretravel as of April of 2016.  We made the change from a Itasca Suncruiser 38 ft with 2 slides to our current coach.  We enjoy our current coach very much and everything it has to offer.

Don't hesitate to use the valuable resources of this great group.  You will learn so much from everyone here.

John M
John & Carm Morales

"We travel not to go anywhere, but to just go.  We travel for travel's sake.  Our great desire is to move."

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Welcome!  These are great rigs and I hope this one brings you years of happy travels.

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Welcome and Congrats on your coach.

We have been living full time in our 2001 U270 36 ft no slides for 8.5 years- no desire to settle down.  You have a great machine that will take you everywhere you want to go in comfort and safety.  Take care of her and she will take care of you.

Hope to see you down the road

 ^.^d
Ted & Karen
2001 U270 36' - sold after 12 years full timing

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Quote from: toyman –
One thing I've seen, more than a few times, DW & DH swap places when parking. He gives directions, she drives.
Dori & I have been doing that for over 5 years. We learned the signals in ladies driving school and she's been doing all the backing ever since. She does let me do the pull throughs every once and a while. :)

Oh and to the OP. Welcome to the club!

see ya
ken
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🍺1992 U300 GrandVilla WTBI #4150 FOT FBP 2011
✨6V-92TA DDEC Parlor Coach 350HP Series 92
🏁2011 Nissan XTerra Pro-4X

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Reply #24 –
Welcome!! plenty of stuff to read and learn