Front Control v. Pusher

[Eric Johnson]

Hello Alan,
I agree with all Kerry said. My FC is plenty quiet on the road for normal
conversation.
Have read some complaints about noise but I think most of these cases are due to
deterioration of sound proofing materials in engine hatch which is not a big job
to replace.
Swing radiator is nice to have but mine is not. I can access the front of the
engine within
45 minutes to an hour so it takes a little longer but is not a killer. FC's
with turbo get
pretty good fuel mileage (8 mpg) compared with coaches with bigger engines but
are also
slower. Many pro's and cons for FC vs pusher. I think the best thing you can
do is look
for a coach that is well cared for and best meets your needs in terms of space,
performance and cost. Resale of one vs the other is complicated subject. A
pusher that is
trashed out can easily be worth less than an FC in top condition.

I used http://www.birdconnection.com website to shop for birds when I was looking.
Wide range
of listings can give you a feel for prices and features.

Regards, Eric
84FC35SB

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Alan" wrote:
>
> I am looking at a late 80's FC and have a few questions that I have
> not been able to find a posting on.
>
> 1. Is the FC noisier for the driver when going down the road than a
> pusher? Is it still possible to carry on a conversation with
> passengers without too much difficulty?
>
> 2. Is one of the units easier to work on than the other? If so, much
> more difficult? In what way?
>
> 3. Is there a difference in resale value for a FC v. Pusher? Is one
> hard to sale than the other?
>
> Any other advice that I should know for considering a FC (or other
> questions I should be asking) would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Hopefully joining the BB club soon,
> Alan Johnson
>