Two questions: CCC on a 89, 36SP and Painting cabinets

[Troy Tikalsky]

I excluded Foretravel and Monaco because I have not owned them and don't
consider touring a coach enough to make a fair judgment of quality or
craftsmanship. I have never seen a Foretravel and the Monacos that I have seen
'appear' to be stick and stable design.

I can say the Newell support is as good as Blue Bird. With the move of Benny I
would say Newell support may be better now.

Yes, I still own the Newell. All are welcome to see my coach anytime, there is
always cold beer in the fridge.

I believe the sales add is still viewable from when I purchased the coach
http://www.busforsale.com/sadie/index.htm


Troy Tikalsky
Waconia, MN


----- Original Message -----
From: Leroy Eckert
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 10:23 PM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Two questions: CCC on a 89, 36SP and
Painting cabinets



Troy:

Time to take a Red an mellow out. I noticed you excluded Foretravel and
Monaco, because apparently they do not compare to Bluebird or Newell. It's like
comparing apples and oranges, right? That's what I'm think'n>

I personally like Newell but as a BB owner I have found factory support to be
more than adequate. I'll take that anyday. I cannot speak for Newell. How bout
you?

You speak in past tense. Do you currently own the 86 Newell?

Leroy Eckert
1990 WB-40 "Smoke N Mirrors"
Niceville, FL
I'll put my raggedy ass BB beside any model Newell, Prevost, Foretravel,
Monaco or any other Motorhome for that matter, anywhere anytime! For real, as
the young folks say. LOL (smile) Wanna compare? You can start with mine under
Leroy Eckert's 1990 Upgrades under photos in the forum.

----- Original Message -----
From: Troy Tikalsky
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 9:21 PM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Two questions: CCC on a 89, 36SP and
Painting cabinets

How many Newell, Fortravel and Monaco's have you owned? Oh wait you LOOKED at
some so you are now a self-proclaimed expert!

The Newell is just as good or better than the Blue Bird in all aspects.

Having owned both and doing my own maintenance I am happy to set you straight.
Lets have your list of the better qualities of the Blue Bird compared to the
Newell.

Troy Tikalsky
1983 Blue Bird FC33SB CAT 3208T
1986 Newell WB40 DD8V92

----- Original Message -----
From: Gregory OConnor
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 6:55 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Two questions: CCC on a 89, 36SP and Painting
cabinets

If you looked at Newell, Foretravel or Monaco and think they are
comparable to Blue bird, I suspect that you would probably be
satisfied with brush painting the laminates.

GregoryO'Connor
94ptRomolandCa

yahoogroups.com, "eujamfh" <mfhopson@...> wrote:
>
> Regardless of the coach (be it a BB, Newell, CC, Foretravel or high
> end Monaco) whatever we end up with will be weighed before I sign
the
> check over. Same for an oil analysis. I really, really have a spot
> in my heart for the older BB and Newells...but there is
a "practicle"
> side that talks about getting a mid-90's (with the cummins 300/400)
> CC, Foretravel or Monaco (just their higher end units).
>
> The funny thing (and it really is not funny from my chair) is all
the
> "potential coahces" that I am interested in....are no where near
> Northern Virginia. ANd when I was stationed on the West
coast...just
> the opposite was true.
>
> BTW - we sold a class C, Xplorer 27ft on a F-550 with the PSD and
4x4
> this past summer. Great rig - but with twins, and two labs...and
> liking the national parks (i.e. dry camping) and the fact we use it
> for traveling to see relatives in New York and Minnisota...we are
> looking at something with larger tanks. Course all the above class
As
> fit the bill...
>
> I am curious how close the 36SPs are on weight...
>
> Cheers,
> Matt
>
> P.S. - As always, thank you for taking the time to post a
> response...the more I know, the better prepared I am to pull the
> trigger when the right "deal" comes my way...
>
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Hohnstein"
> <MHOHNSTEIN@> wrote:
> >
> > Don't be too happy about the triple C on SPs. Weigh carefully.
> PTs have a tag for a reason.
> > MH
>

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