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Purchased new to me U295

September 03, 2020, 07:05:53 pm

Greetings all:  Just purchased a U295 from a dealership here in MN.  I had a family emergency in the middle of the transaction so I have a little time to change my mind if I need to.  Now I thought I wanted a M11, and a U320, but after reading about what people were looking at in a coach, the one thing that came through is how was it maintained.  If good, that trumps a lot of other nice to haves.
This coach is darn near  pristine in the interior, and the exterior decals are cracked, but have a lot of color yet.  There is a beauty mark on the rear corner passenger side, but I do a bit of fiberglass work so that won't be an issue.  The undercarriage is completely and totally rust free, I could not believe it.
It has a whopping big muffler so a resonator is in my future.  Headlights can barely be seen through the haze on the plastic, so work to be done there.  Drove like a dream, and handled the 35-40 mph gusts that we had with grace and dignity.  Now it is listed on RVT.com, first one in Foretravels.  Does any one know who might have owned this, he/she was a club member.  Thanks

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Reply #1 – September 03, 2020, 09:10:09 pm

Congratulations and welcome to Foretravel ownership.  I looked at the pictures and it certainly does look pristine. 

Safe travels,

Richard

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Reply #2 – September 03, 2020, 11:44:05 pm

Chuckd,

Looks good, I hope it works our.  We are just down the road in Hastings.

Roger

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Reply #3 – September 05, 2020, 09:13:09 am

Was in a bit of a hurry when I first posted.  I was impressed with the workmanship in the Foretravel.  The cabinetry is superb.  I have never used a tambor door, and they worked so slick, I just kept opening and closing them, like a kid with a new toy.  My partner was in awe of the condition, now she can see imaginary dirt so that is a excellent atta boy.  She said we can move right in, almost passed out.
Going to defog the headlights with some 3M fog remover, I am a retired 3Mer so my company store discount makes it worth while to make the effort.  Then I will change bulbs to maybe LED's or higher power bulbs.  Will probably go with the small round when travel is safer.
My first stop will be a truck repair shop that works on Class 8's and they work on my Volvo 610.  Will do a front to back check on all chassis and running gear systems, and zero base the maintenance, by performing oil change, coolant check, lubrication what ever so I know where I am starting from.  So will know more about my purchase when that is over.
Will have them remove the muffler an put on a resonator at the same time.
One of the attributes of buying a Foretravel is the knowledge on this sit.  Thanks for the welcome and look forward to being taught all the things I do not know about Foretravels.

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Reply #4 – September 05, 2020, 12:25:45 pm

Good luck and enjoy your new coach!

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Reply #5 – September 05, 2020, 12:31:17 pm

Chuck,

That's great.  Welcome again.  When you get a chance please fill out the signature information in your profile so that we all know better what Foretravel make, model, year, etc that you have.  That will help with any future questions you may have.  And you will have questions in the future. 

Richard

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Reply #6 – September 05, 2020, 12:50:44 pm

Welcome to the group,, and welcome to glamping Foretravel style. 

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Reply #7 – September 05, 2020, 01:50:51 pm

Do not lube the disk brake calipers.  Requires clay based and a specific process.  Add retraction springs from Meritor to help spread the pads when you can.

The rubber Fuel lines die from ULSD fuel.  Inspect air bags also.

Shocks need to,be Koni FSD's

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Reply #8 – September 05, 2020, 02:48:54 pm

I just replaced the fuel lines last week and the old ones were in very good condition except for a few small cracks at fittings. Internal surface was nice and smooth, shiny and no minute rubber particles in filters or tank. I have allways  thought that our annual trips to Mexico have kept them in good shape due to reg Sulphur fuel most places still sell. Had an air lock problem for a while after starting engine but finally got it all out. I am going to be putting the same fuel pump system Fass, that Don has done as I think it will keep the inj pump in good shape longer.
Many thanks to those that I followed especially Bruce Bean for his guidance
Johnh

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Reply #9 – September 05, 2020, 03:53:00 pm

I will update my profile, will not have the serial number for a couple of weeks.  Thanks for the hints on what to do and not to do.  If their are more, pls share.  All things rubber are suspect.  Going to have fun, fun, fun.

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