iC-37

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Reply #50 – September 08, 2018, 10:06:12 pm

Quote from: valento – September 08, 2018, 08:49:01 pm

Bill,

Once you have a combo black/grey tank you would never want to go back to separate tanks. No need to flush out the tank for there is enough combined liquid to empty it out very well. We have a 140 gal combo black/grey water tank and have never had an issue with it. I only use a little downy flushed down the toilet once in a while when on the road traveling. When I empty it goes to "0" no problem. If you are somewhere where emptying grey water is allowed we have a grey water bypass valve that will let only the new grey water to the ground. Not sure if the ic-37 has a grey water bypass valve. We full-time so we use the combo black/grey tank a lot!

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Before we went full-time, we had a vintage Airstream where the black & grey were combined (only 60 gal. total and it filled up quick!), and as you mentioned, there was plenty of grey water to assist the flush but... it still had that which gives it "black" content. With a corregated sewer hose, I perseverated upon what might be left in those folds... and that never ended well...! I did not have a grey water by-pass, though...

I could see how that is helpful but it doesn't give you a grey water flush of black content. I never had used Downy in the tank - something to try. Generally before I travel and after dumping before I leave, I'll fill my black tank with water and drop in a couple of dishwasher tabs to help clean it out... They're supposed to be "spot-free", you know...

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Reply #51 – September 08, 2018, 11:28:58 pm

I forgot to mention that both Foretravel (newer ones) and Newell use Waste Master RV Sewer Management that does not seem to have internal ridges and leaves virtually no visual residue. They are mounted so that you do not have to take them on and off and the end of the hose has a long handled shut off valve. Makes emptying the waste tanks a breeze without a mess.

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Reply #52 – September 08, 2018, 11:47:48 pm

All of this is speculation until the actual final specs are released and available options are known. Unfulfilled expectations often only result in disappointment.

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Reply #53 – September 08, 2018, 11:51:08 pm

At Times this whole site is speculation lol

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Reply #54 – September 09, 2018, 10:34:51 am

Quote from: Roger & Susan in Home2 – September 08, 2018, 11:47:48 pm

All of this is speculation until the actual final specs are released and available options are known. Unfulfilled expectations often only result in disappointment.

Roger,

You are absolutely correct. I am sure Foretravel will be doing their best to make the ic-37 meet all the expectations you all provided them (I had read that they had asked their Motorcade members for input).

We are especially anxious to see the final product for we plan on making it our next home. We will see....

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Reply #55 – September 09, 2018, 10:53:25 am

Many are hoping (I am) for a great new coach with options that make it fit many manners of use. These include those who are mostly using their coach in parks with hookups on one end of the spectrum to those who frequently boondock and every purpose in between.

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Reply #56 – September 09, 2018, 11:05:54 am

If the options are desirable, How many here would or are thinking of buying one?

It might be an option in a couple years.. depending.

Seems to be a lot of discussion on what and how the options need to be added or not.. but at the end of the day who is really in the market? Options Galore doesnt mean anything if your not in the market...

So who is on the fence?

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Reply #57 – September 09, 2018, 11:24:21 am

I don't think FT is building this coach for the members of this Forum or the Motorcade, they asked for and got input from current owners, but they are building it to expand the potential market for Foretravels in general. From that prespective we all hope it is very successful. Some of us might buy one of these new, some of us might buy one after a couple years on the resale market. How they sell in that market to some of us on the Forum may strongly depend on how they were configured when they were new. It gives many of us that possible "way forward" that seemed to be a dead end road.

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Reply #58 – September 09, 2018, 11:39:34 am

I think Foretravel quality at a Winnebago price should sell very nicely if they get the word out.

I've seen half million dollar Winnie's in my travels. This should give them a run for the same money.

I'd love to see an educational ad compaign.

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Reply #59 – September 09, 2018, 12:00:23 pm

Quote from: Roger & Susan in Home2 – September 09, 2018, 11:24:21 am

I don't think FT is building this coach for the members of this Forum or the Motorcade, they asked for and got input from current owners, but they are building it to expand the potential market for Foretravels in general. From that prespective we all hope it is very successful. Some of us might buy one of these new, some of us might buy one after a couple years on the resale market. How they sell in that market to some of us on the Forum may strongly depend on how they were configured when they were new. It gives many of us that possible "way forward" that seemed to be a dead end road.

I think they are building to the masses or as many as they can intrigue. I think for most of us on the forum it will be in the resale pricing range or 2-5 years down the road..

How many would actually sell or trade in what you have now and spend the extra money when what you have has worked so well for so long.. Kinda my point.

I just cant see most of the middle to high end Coaches trading in or selling their coaches after they have owned for so long and have updated to make it "Theirs" and swapping to something that is comparable to what they already have..

This is the Conundrum of building something so great.. even after several decades.. Old coaches are just as good as most new ones..

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Reply #60 – September 09, 2018, 02:01:26 pm

I noticed a recent ad for the IH-45 mentioned it being on a chassis made by Spartan. Is the IH still semi-monocoque with Spartan made subassemblies? How might this work for the new baby?

I'm hoping to have my questions answered in Branson next month.

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Reply #61 – September 09, 2018, 05:02:07 pm

I have used the waste master for about 1 1/2 years now and really like it. However, it must be somehow removable because the hose can be damaged, like by the AH exhaust. Don't ask how I know.

Ron

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Reply #62 – September 09, 2018, 07:26:54 pm

you can do as I did and order an adapter from waste Management to make the hose removable using the cam lock system. Quite easy to do if you wish and then you can add to the length easily. Contact me for the instructions Jim Busby

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Reply #63 – September 09, 2018, 08:24:59 pm

I wonder if the little Colt will make it to the Tampa RV Show in January.

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Reply #64 – September 09, 2018, 08:28:43 pm

We visit the show every year. Will gather as much intel and pics as we can.

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Reply #65 – September 09, 2018, 10:15:41 pm

Quote from: Bill Willett – September 09, 2018, 08:24:59 pm

I wonder if the little Colt will make it to the Tampa RV Show in January.

I was told the first one made will be there. They are getting ready to put two more in production.

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Reply #66 – September 11, 2018, 01:30:31 am

I made that improvement on my Bus. I was wondering how FT handled it.

Ron

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Reply #67 – September 15, 2018, 12:01:57 pm

Anyone at Hershey to see if FT has the IC 37 on display?

Thanks,

Ron

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Reply #68 – September 15, 2018, 09:11:24 pm

We have attended the Hershey RV Show the past two days - no sign of anything Foretravel.

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Reply #69 – September 15, 2018, 10:06:18 pm

While in NAC last week for maintenance at MOT we took the FT factory tour. The guide told us about the new IC-37. We saw it on the line. They were installing some of it's systems. I would say 40% complete. We were told this was the FIRST one.

Dave

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Reply #70 – September 15, 2018, 11:08:49 pm

Foretravel goes to the Tampa RV show and has a prime spot inside.

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Reply #71 – September 16, 2018, 08:01:52 am

My mind was scrambled! Makes sense - FT says it will come out in January.

Ron

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Reply #72 – September 29, 2018, 09:48:08 pm

We live close and attend every year. Will try and get photos and video.

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Reply #73 – October 01, 2018, 07:20:40 pm

Quote from: turbojack – June 03, 2018, 10:31:31 am

If 8kw generator I wonder if big enough for all electric coach. Mine with gas refrigerator and cooking has 10kw

We just sold our DRV Mobile Suites and it only had a 5500 onan and ran both 13.5 airs/ microwave, and our 22 cu ft. residential fridge. The only item it would not run on gen was the dishwasher, so the 8k should have no problems with an electric coach.

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Reply #74 – October 01, 2018, 07:37:05 pm

Quote from: juicesqueezer – October 01, 2018, 07:20:40 pm

We just sold our DRV Mobile Suites and it only had a 5500 onan and ran both 13.5 airs/ microwave, and our 22 cu ft. residential fridge. The only item it would not run on gen was the dishwasher, so the 8k should have no problems with an electric coach.

IF... running two ac's, fridge, aqua-hot heater, inverter/charger at 100 amps charge, microwave, tv's stereo's etc. would be getting pretty close to an overload and breaker trip on a 8kw. Probably would not happen, but would like the extra 2000 watts just in case....... Maybe my electric grill on the picnic table.

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