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Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #25 –
Dr. Emmett Brown,

I have been wanting a Flux Capacitor since 1985. Can you help me acquire one, new or used will be fine.

Tim

P.S. Welcome to the world of Foretravel.
Tim Dianics
Pam Sapienza
Vader PupZilla Labrador Canine Beast (AKA Pup)
Columbia, MO
1996 U320 4000
2021 Jeep Gladiator, Diesel

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #26 –
21.1 Gigawatts!!!

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #27 –
Thank you everybody for the input, I am definitely looking for a U320, I have my eye on one at MOT with 191k miles on it and that is what originally started my post.  I Had looked at a 38' 2005 Monaco Dynasty tag with only 14k miles on it from the original owner. I know from my profession that machines don't like to sit, but I also no that machines used too much without proper care are in the same category.  I was looking for that sweet spot. I like the mid 2000's because it seems to be the best build coach that remained simple, easy to work on and before emission's and multiplex with modules. I am a good ol fashioned fuse, relay single run wiring kinda guy.  I am also concerned that with the state of inflation and the impending doom. From experience does this group feel that the used fortravel market is artificially inflated right now?  Being that I just got into the market I have no reference of past pricing and enough coaches have sold in the last 24 months that I feel NADA is reflecting inflated values. I am ok with spending the money if the value is there, but don't want to be a victim of buying at the wrong time.

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #29 –
If I was a bet'n man I would wager that the RV industry is headed for a huge slump.
1995 U320C SE 40'
Jeep 4x4 Commander - Limited - Hemi
"The Pack"  Yogi and Diesel our Airedales -  Charlie our Boxer/Akita mix. Gone but NEVER forgotten Jake our yellow Lab.
NRA Law Enforcement Firearms instructor - Handgun/shotgun
Regional Firearms instructor for national Armored Transp. Co.

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #30 –
If one doesn't sell during a down market then your not hurt. Your probably younger than myself but I could waste valuable riding time waiting on what I think is a favorable market. A motor home is not a good investment as far as investments go but a heck of a lot more enjoyable to a road runner than a stock folder. Everyone needs to do what feels better.
Dub McBride 1996 270

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #31 –
Price inflated or deflated? You are probably getting a better build no matter what you buy compared to the overpriced new mass produced units. The price for the coaches rarely reflects all the improvements some owners have made.
If you are happy with it and the price is good for your wallet go for it, you will always find a cheaper one that may have bulk head issues and never been worked on since it was sold. Equally you will find more expensive coaches for sale and they will make you feel good about the price you are paying.
Either way, you are buying a quality (older) coach for less than the price of a 28 ft class C motorhome.
Good luck with your search!
David & Emma Roche
Dino (Golden Doodle)
1999 U270 WTFE 36' Build # 5534
Xtreme "Lights, Stripes & Roof"
Motorcade# 18321
Dayton, Ohio
Towd: Jeep Grand Cherokee
Two Townie Electra Bikes

Life is made to enjoy, the Foretravel helps!

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #32 –
Quote from: Emmett Brown –
I Have my eye on a 2000 36' U320 on Rvtrader because I love big power in a smaller platform but I feel the price is too high
https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2000-Foretravel-U320+3610-5022068133
Sounds quite promising, I could not say it is over priced, others may.
I read the description on that : " 130K miles on the engine ...... Winshield..... New residential Fridge..... New Siverleaf setup 8"  ... 
..... exterior body is very shiny ... exterior Decals replaced with painted Graphics .... Foretravel replacement windows (8 total) New awning Topper for the slideout ... LED headlamps ... lithium batteries for the house with W solar panels ... house ACs (2 of them) with newer Thermostat .... 2019 AGM Coach batteries 2019 Michelin Tires Newer slideout bladder (heavy duty) New steering box All required services up to date This coach needs nothing and is ready to go"

If you can verify all that and it moves you. Sounds like a good one, from internet screen view :-)
Former 2003 GV U295 (6230) (2015 - 2025)
Former 94 GV U225 (2013-2016)

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #33 –
Quote from: Emmett Brown –
I also like the 336 Nimbus platform but they seem to be just out of my price range.  I Have my eye on a 2000 36' U320 on Rvtrader because I love big power in a smaller platform but I feel the price is too high
https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2000-Foretravel-U320+3610-5022068133
Too much IMO. Dont get frustrated. They are out there but YOU have to find one, and find the right one. Took me over a year
Scott

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Reply #35 –
Quote from: Jason –
https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2001-Foretravel-U320+3610-5022588718

I don't think this is the engine you want but maybe for the right one?  This a great deal IMO and I doubt it will last
Its a ISM 10.8L and. It has independent front suspension. That's what Im talking about .. good find

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #36 –
Quote from: Jason –
https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2001-Foretravel-U320+3610-5022588718

I don't think this is the engine you want but maybe for the right one?  This a great deal IMO and I doubt it will last

Nice price :-) It should find a new home fast.
Former 2003 GV U295 (6230) (2015 - 2025)
Former 94 GV U225 (2013-2016)

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #37 –
Thanks Scott for educating, looks like that is the M11 which is what he wants!

I still have my feed on from when I was searching last year, so this came across this morning. Showed it to the wife in case we wanted to do something, we like that long couch, but we are happy with no slides.
Jason
2000 U295 36' Non-slide  ISC350

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #38 –
On that coach most folks would be concerned over the slide bladder replacement (and plan for it's replacement) but with the age and mileage (mostly age) you need to also budget for upper and lower A frame bushings in the IFS. 

Mike
Pamela & Mike 97 U 320

"It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters."

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #39 –
So Jason the I think 1997ish maybe 1996 had the M11. That coach has the electronic common rail fuel injection. ISM 10.8L Very few failures its also is mated up to a 4060 Allison transmission also very few failures. Basically trash truck running gear. Cummins rated that engine for million miles in service. The ISC 8.3Land later the ISL 8.9L are similar to what you have in your coach and were rated for 1/2 million miles. Not saying they wouldn't do more or less, just what they were expected to live. My Dodge truck has the ISB 5.9&6.7L and was expected to give a 1/4 million service. There is a downside to the ISM in probably 1 mpg hit for its larger displacement and it's additional weight penally. But boy do they run strong.
Scott

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Reply #40 –
Back in the day, I wouldn't buy a farm truck to pull over the road grain trailers unless they had a couple a hundred thousand miles on them. I wanted the bugs worked out of them. When we bought our coach, they send a picture of the engine and I saw it was a red top Cummins. I was pretty much sold. Best engine Cummins ever made in my limited opinion........ I have a 1997 Peterbilt with the same engine. It ran for 1.3 million miles before I replaced it...... One tough engine.
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Lynn & Marilyn Sickel
Tollville, AR
1997  U320  40'
2021 Chevrolet Silverado pickup
Motorcader  17257

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #41 –
If you purchase a Nimbus, you get the baby Aqua Hot vs the big Aqua Hot that comes in all U320s.  That and the ISM coupled to the 4060R Allison is a winner for me.

The big Aqua Hot is 3 times more capacity vs the baby Aqua Hot, hence my preference..
Rudy Legett
2003 U320 4010 ISM 450 hp
2001 U320 4220 ISM 450 hp
1995 U320 M11 400 hp
1990 Granvilla 300 hp 3208T
Aqua Hot Service Houston and Southeast Texas

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #42 –
Quote from: Rudy –
If you purchase a Nimbus, you get the baby Aqua Hot vs the big Aqua Hot that comes in all U320s.  That and the ISM coupled to the 4060R Allison is a winner for me.

The big Aqua Hot is 3 times more capacity vs the baby Aqua Hot, hence my preference..


Good info! These are the things I am learning from the group as the thread goes on, my wife like the couch layout in the Nimbus and that is realy the only thing that stands out to me. I would prefer an ISM450 over the ISL as well as the larger Alison. Both good engines but the ISM is more of a severe duty architecture and I plan on running its socks off for 20 more years

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #43 –
Do some research on side wall delaminating on the Nimbus. I'm not certain of the model years but It's an issue that can easily and usually does cost $30,000.00 to repair and that was several years ago. You can bet it's gone up.Again, not all Nimbus year models but certainly worth you researching to find out.
Dub McBride 1996 270

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Reply #44 –
Quote from: Emmett Brown –
I also like the 336 Nimbus platform but they seem to be just out of my price range.  I Have my eye on a 2000 36' U320 on Rvtrader because I love big power in a smaller platform but I feel the price is too high
https://www.rvtrader.com/listing/2000-Foretravel-U320+3610-5022068133
Unless that slide out has had the delay issue fixed you may have an issue with it as well as the bulkhead for that generation coach
2025 Wanderbox Outpost 32 on F600 Expedition Motorhome
2015 Born Free Royal Splendor on Ford 550 nonslide version  for sale
Former Coaches  covering. 360,000 miles
1999 34 U270
2000 36 U320
2001 42' double slide U320
2018 Jeep Rubicon

Re: 150-200k mile used foretravel, would you do it?

Reply #45 –
@Emmett Brown check out MOT. They have some new listings that check all of your boxes.  You can always low ball and see what happens.  After an inspection of course.
06 Nimbus 34'
Build #6362