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    Planning on taking US-50 from just west of Colorado Springs (Canon City) across to Grand Junction (over the Monarch Pass). We have a big-rig, 45' coach w/tow and wondering if others here (forum) have made the trip and can provide input on the road & grades.

    My understanding is its very doable, but does have a 6-9% grade for approx. 9-miles once we pass Monarch (11500 elev).

    Any/all comments will be appreciated.

     

     

     

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    I'm of the view that the value of an ESP all comes down to each individuals' risk tolerance and a bit of "luck of the draw" over an extended period of time as evidenced by those who claim to have benefitted from having purchased an ESP and others whom negate the value of them. I purchased and have an ESP so be it my personal choice.

    I do tend to question myself (only) on how many of those whom claim they put "money aside to self insure themselves against major mechanical failures" in lieu of purchasing an ESP actually truly do so.

     

     

     

     

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    Not a fan of covers for RVs. They are bulky, seldom fit properly (most are universal fits) and tend to wear quickly, i.e. UV rays destroying their fabric integrity as well as when becoming saturated from rainfall can result in mold/mildew to the surface . They also create a haven for pest, i.e. insects to collect underneath not to mention the pain of putting them on, tethering and pulling them off. Anyone who makes them will speak to their protective properties and durability but IMO, that's just marketing hype.

    You'd be far better off erecting an overhead enclosure if your residential property code will permit otherwise consider off-site covered storage facility even better if you can find one that offers constant shore-power connection.

    Maybe not the answers you're seeking.

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    For those planning to travel to/through Louisiana, the following notification has been issued by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.

    LA DOTD announces bridge joint repairs on I-10 in Lake Charles
    Published: Mar 01, 2018 5:00 PM CST
    Updated: Mar 02, 2018 4:57 PM CST

    (PRESS RELEASE) The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced that construction work on I-10 in Lake Charles is scheduled to begin on March 3, weather permitting. 

    After almost 60 years of service, the expansion joints on I-10 need maintenance work. This maintenance, being performed by C.E.C., Inc. of Lafayette, will upgrade I-10 to handle the traffic volume anticipated during the upcoming I-210 redecking project. The $8.5 million project on I-10 is expected to last approximately 4 months, weather permitting. All construction work will take place between the west side of the Calcasieu River Bridge and Opelousas Street.

    Work will begin in the eastbound lanes of I-10. The outside lane will remain open while construction takes place in the inside lanes. Once complete, traffic will move to the new construction while repairs are completed in the closed outside lane. The westbound lanes will follow a similar pattern. Lane closures will be in effect on a 24/7 basis.

    Motorists are advised to use I-210 as a detour while work takes place. Additionally, motorists may use LA 12 via LA 27 and U.S. 171.

     

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    I store my coach indoors by means of a 60' x 100' commercial grade building with concrete foundation that I have a long term lease on. The building is located within an industrial complex that is both gated and has security cameras and while not being mechanically climate controlled it is well insulated and has exhaust fans in it. The building is approx. 10 miles from our S&B home but also accommodates more than just my motorhome. It also has water & 50-Amp hook-up I installed in it so my coach stays plugged in at all times when in storage. 

     

     

     

     

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    In my view, when it comes to Class A motorhomes, start at 30% off the posted MSRP or "asking price" as a baseline only, then it becomes a matter of your negotiating skills and willingness to walk away from every potential deal you're considering be that new or pre-owned. The key being not to get into a rush or let yourself be consumed by "buyer's fever".

    There is no such thing as a "good deal" when it comes to purchasing a Class A motor coach - there are only reasonable deals each of us independently reach and settled upon, i.e. The guy before you left money on the table...the guy after you paid less than you did, find what your comfortable with, buy it and move on.

     

     

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    4 hours ago, wayne77590 said:

    In my previous life, 2009-2017 I used 1 drop in tab and 2 cap-fulls of Calgon Water Softener after every dump.  I didn't use the Calgon the several months or so but when I started using it I noticed a significant difference in how long it took to back-flush for clear looking water.

    I have been doing the same with the newer 2015 with the Thetford macerator toilets and now I'm concerned about the statement to not use the drop-in packets.  Fortunately I have been dissolving them before flushing.  So what is the concern with the biodegradable drop-in tablets?

    The advice from Newmar Corp is to avoid using holding tank capsules (which was further confirmed to include dissolving pods).

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    7 hours ago, manholt said:

    Rick, good eye.  Maybe just the way the pictures where taken?

    No it's definitely off-set as to the saddle bolt orientation of the platform's pivot arms/rams but after going back and re-reading Seddin's post he did state that its one of Hydralift-USA (HL) Trike lifts that was modified for him to carry the pair of MCs so I gather the offset was in the original design of the lift to better handle balance and weight distribution of a Trike (which is heaver on the back end). Just caught my eye having never seen one offset like that.

    Seddin, please excuse my previous questions on your lift set-up as it's clearer to me now.

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    On January 3, 2018 at 1:15 PM, seddins said:

    We always travel with our motorcycles.  At first we had a 16' enclosed trailer and took two street bikes and two dirt bikes with us.  That was cumbersome due to the length and some site restrictions, and of course, not having a four-wheeled vehicle at times when needed.  We found we really didn't need that combination.  We switched to a Hydra-Lift on the back of the coach (needs a tag axle), switched to two nominally dual-sport bikes, modified the 1300lb rated trike-lift (Hydra-lift did it for us) to hold the two bikes each weighing in at a little over 400lb wet.  Then there is a short extension to the lift to which we attach our Jeep Wrangler 4-door.  Works really well, and we have done that for two seasons now.

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    Noticed that your left saddle bolt mount and your diagonal outrigger chain is on the outside of the hyd. ram and pivot arm frame. As well, that the platform does not appear to be centered on the horizontal frame arms. Any reason why the lift was installed such a manner? Was the Hydralfit spec'd new for your particular coach or one you had on a previous coach or possibly bought used?  Not implying anything has been done wrong, just curious. 

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    Our Set-Up;

    Special build Hydralift HLA Platform spec. designed for street legal 1,200 lb. Garia 2+2 LSV

    Prior to purchase of both the Garia and the Hydralift; we consulted with both Newmar and Spartan on capacity and load implications as well as with Hydralift on the design & engineering of the lift which includes strengthen alloy and heavier hydraulics than their conventional MC lifts. In terms of capacity, there are no issues as our coach and its K3 chassis has a 20k lb. towing capacity. As well, following professional installation, the coach was  properly weighed and ride height adjustment was made.

    Width of the Garia is 108" with rear 1-pc. passenger handrail/license plate/3rd brake light removed which we stow in a basement compartment when transporting it.

    All in, has been and remains trouble free.

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