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04-15-2011, 05:48 PM
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Winnie-Wise
Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 282
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Economy Got Me
Well it's been fun chatting with all of the past few years but I am afraid I must bid you a fond farewell.
The economy finally caught up with me and I am losing my coach. Hopefully better days lay ahead.
Take care and God Bless
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Tom "Rocket Heart" Emahiser
No RV at the present time.
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04-15-2011, 05:54 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 20
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Sorry to hear it, it will get better and you don't need a new rig to enjoy the fun get a vintage one cheap and keep traveling
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Ron & Wendy-Kansas
94 Pace Arrow 34 ft
25 yr Army retired 2006
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04-15-2011, 05:55 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Jun 2008
Posts: 31
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Sorry to hear about it. It's been a rough couple years.
Don't be afraid to downsize. There is ALOT of fun to be had in something that can be enjoyed without breaking the bank. I think I had as much or more fun when we pulled the travel trailer as the motorhome now. Lots and lots of little rigs out there that can be pulled with modest cars.
I hope to see you down the road some day soon!
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Mark & Christine-
04 Winnebago Itasca Suncruiser - 35U
02 Mustang GT & 11 Escape Limited 2WD
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04-15-2011, 06:04 PM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Frankston, Texas
Posts: 1
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Tom,
The economy, especially the high gas/fuel prices and the spin off making everything else more expensive, is hurting many of us. I am sorry that you are having to leave RVing, and I wish you well.
Farmhand
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04-15-2011, 08:00 PM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Buckley, wa
Posts: 61
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Sorry to hear it. Still keep on checking in , you never know. I got rid of my mx's but still find a ride once in a while to borrow
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1999 33b Chieftain
MODS: Flatscreen TV's, Koni Shocks, Davis Trutrack, Banks Exhaust, Roadmaster SwayBar, Still going!
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04-15-2011, 08:13 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: East Tennessee
Posts: 9
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Sorry to hear it. But just for the record, Some of our best memories are when we were in a popup.
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JayGee
Foothills of the Smokies
2005 Bounder 35E
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04-15-2011, 08:33 PM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Alberta
Posts: 105
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Sorry to hear that is right, while I've been ok so far through this downturn, I did get caught back in the early 80's when I was a lot younger and virtually had to start all over again.
Hang in there and make the best of it. Things will improve.
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04-16-2011, 12:22 AM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Sewanee, Tennessee
Posts: 8
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Even with all of the enhancements and improvements in my fiver I only have about $15K total in expenditure, including the original purchase price. I purchased from someone in your situation, who needed the money more than the RV. Stick around, I'm on a boat forum and sold my boat five years ago.
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SSgt. Richard L Ray, USAF (Retired) - Laura L Ray
Our second home is a vintage 1995 Jayco Eagle 277RB 'The Love Shack"
towed by a 2008 Ford F-250 Lariat Crew Cab short bed "The Green Goblin"
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04-16-2011, 03:14 AM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 724
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tom,
i am sorry about your troubles.
please keep smiling and definitely keep on posting your ''words of wisdom'' on this forum.
dan
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01 WINNEBAGO 35U W20.8.1L SW Wa, Hi. Good Sam, SKP. AMSOIL fluids. BANKS ecm program. SCAN GAUGE II w/ Ally temp. 2 LIFELINE GPL-6CT AGM Batts on their sides. TST tptts. K&N panel air filter. AERO mufflers. TAYLOR plug wires. ULTRA POWER track bar. KONI fsd shocks, toad '14 smart car
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04-16-2011, 04:28 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Michigan
Posts: 108
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Sorry to hear of your situation. A lot of people are in the same boat so don't feel you are alone on this one. Stick around and chat for now, times will improve and I'm sure your situation will as well. Good Luck and hang in there.
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Steve & Sally / HiTee & Hudson Our Little Poms / Heidi & Houston Forever in our Hearts
04 NEWMAR MACA 3778 W22 / 05 PT Vert
Michigan (Summer) Michigan (Winter For Now)
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04-16-2011, 05:02 AM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Armonk NY
Posts: 1
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I'm going from a Class C to something I can pull with my minivan for the same reason, might be something to consider. Good luck no matter what you decide
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Fulltime workamper traveling with Toy Poodles Cricket and Liza and Standard Poodle Gable
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04-16-2011, 05:47 AM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 20
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Sorry to hear. I'm in the same boat. The new owner picks her up today. Its going to be a sad day in our house. maybe someday we will be able to get back into RV'ing.
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04-16-2011, 08:21 AM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Texas
Posts: 1,671
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Sad stories. I hope we weather the storm.
Good luck. We can still learn from your past experiences.
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Wayne MSGT USMC (Ret) & Earlene (CinCHouse)
2015 Winnebago Tour 42QD - 2020 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve (TOAD)
(RVM-14) It is what it is, and then it is what you make of it.
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04-16-2011, 08:33 AM
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Winnie-Wise
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 274
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Let me add my condolences to the others and as stated, don't be afraid to "downsize". That is if you still enjoy the lifestyle. Remember how you started out in rv'ing. I bet there are very few that jumped right into an '07 class A.
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04-16-2011, 08:36 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Marquette, Michigan "Da UP"
Posts: 219
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A sad situation indeed that could effect anyone of us at any time.
The best of luck to you.
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John & Cathy R.
06 Pace Arrow 38L W24
08 Lincoln MKX AWD
See My RV Upgrades
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04-16-2011, 08:50 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Somewhere, BC.
Posts: 109
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Sorry to hear and as everyone says, downsizing ain't so bad. We subscribe to many RV magazines and drool over all the new ones with all their fancy amenities. This was one of the reasons we searched out an older great model. They are out there and in good condition. I looked at 1,000's of RV till I found ours. Right place-right time and paid about $20,000 less than others were asking for same rig. Mine is a 2000 and it got me to the same campground as the 2011 Newmar next to me. I hope you can do something that will still get you out there. Best of luck.
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Les (RVM12), Bonnie, Morgan and 4 leggers Bella & Bruce
2010 Forest River Cardinal 3450RL 40' Full Body Paint- 2015 Ram 3500 Laramie 6.7 ltr Turbo Diesel, 68RFE Trans. 4x4 SRW SB Pullrite 2900 18K FMCA-420438 Good Sam
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04-20-2011, 10:53 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Posts: 203
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DITTO on all the messages. Hang in there and best of luck! Just keep thinking positive and it will happen again for you. There is always a way to get back out on the road!
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John and Marion Bell
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
2013 Keystone Bullet 248RKS, 2013 Ram 1500
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04-20-2011, 12:33 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Virginia
Posts: 29
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We were in a similiar situation in 2001. Took us about 5 yrs to recover. Keep your head up and push on. "This too shall pass."
Good luck
Bob
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USMC (Retired) Not as lean - Not as mean - but still a Marine!
2003 Itasca Suncruiser 38G Workhorse W22 8.1L, 2005 Grand Cherokee Toad
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04-21-2011, 05:31 AM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Central Minnesota
Posts: 3
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I thought when I retired six years ago I had all my finances in order, all bills covered and enough to live the life style I dreamed about all my working years.
No SS increase for two years but our medical insurance has gone up 30%, food prices are going up due to transportation costs, and my teacher retirement is frozen for 1 - 2 years. My Annuity valued has taken a hit as the market jumps around.
We stayed home (Minnesota) this year hoping to put a little aside so we could go out next year, but are cutting back all summer trips due to cost.
We'll stick with it as long as we can in the motor home and if need be return to a small TT.
It really sucks to see all we've worked for being dragged down.
Best wishes to all.
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04-21-2011, 05:52 AM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Jun 2010
Posts: 3
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You can always make your own TT .... MikenChell Teardrops
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