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01-13-2010, 04:20 PM
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iRV2 Marketing
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: Conway, SC
Posts: 886
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Thanks for the 850 views!
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01-17-2010, 02:27 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Port Aransas Texas-Pioneer RV Resort
Posts: 27
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Thanks. Still like the UFO!!!!!!!!!
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2008 Itasca Latitude 39w UFO 8.1
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01-17-2010, 02:34 PM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Glen Allen, VA
Posts: 2,169
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Nice review. Does it have 3 roof-top AC's or did they put basement air in it? Also, can't help but be disappointed that they use the rear radiator confirguration on a high end rig.
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'07 Country Coach Allure 470 Siskiyou Summit #31578, Cummins ISL 425; 2014 Ford F150 toad; Air Force One Toad Brake.
Glen Allen, VA; Smith Mountain Lake, VA.
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01-17-2010, 03:07 PM
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iRV2 Marketing
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: Conway, SC
Posts: 886
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Quote:
Originally Posted by smlranger
Nice review. Does it have 3 roof-top AC's or did they put basement air in it? Also, can't help but be disappointed that they use the rear radiator configuration on a high end rig.
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Gary, The 42AD has 3 - 13,500 BTU roof air conditioners w/heat pump and condensate pump.
I did not have a lot of time to review the outside of the vehicle but to the best of my recollection is has a rear cool pack.
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01-17-2010, 03:11 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: North East Texas
Posts: 43
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Quote:
Originally Posted by smlranger
Also, can't help but be disappointed that they use the rear radiator confirguration on a high end rig.
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can i ask why?
thanks
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Enjoying the 2008 Damon Tuscany 4056, no your eyes are fine, there are 6 slides
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01-18-2010, 11:09 AM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Glen Allen, VA
Posts: 2,169
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Quote:
Originally Posted by powerboatr
can i ask why?
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Rear radiatior rigs suffer from the following:
1. more road grime gets in the cooling pack requiring frequent cleaning, which is not easy to do.
2. much more difficult to access the engine for maintenance items....belts, hoses, filters. Maybe not an issue for those who will always have someone else do their maintenance but an issue for those of us who like DIY.
I'm not saying I would never consider another rear radiator coach, just that a 42' coach that sells for $300,000+ should offer the option of the side radiator configuration.
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'07 Country Coach Allure 470 Siskiyou Summit #31578, Cummins ISL 425; 2014 Ford F150 toad; Air Force One Toad Brake.
Glen Allen, VA; Smith Mountain Lake, VA.
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01-18-2010, 11:29 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 228
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This rear radiator business is getting out of hand!
I concur it may be harder to work on certain parts of the engine.
AND prior to the "closed" engine, no slobber tube, the radiator did get a little nasty.
Maybe it's me, but I've never had any problems with cooling with a rear cooling system. Owned three, washed them myself and soaped & rinsed the radiator each time. Just routine.
Was I just lucky? Could be......
Kerry
With this 08 Tour (25K miles) the radiator has stayed fairly clean.
(400 ISL, no slobber tube)
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01-18-2010, 11:30 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Anywhere, USA
Posts: 200
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Quote:
Originally Posted by smlranger
Rear radiatior rigs suffer from the following:
1. more road grime gets in the cooling pack requiring frequent cleaning, which is not easy to do.
2. much more difficult to access the engine for maintenance items....belts, hoses, filters. Maybe not an issue for those who will always have someone else do their maintenance but an issue for those of us who like DIY.
I'm not saying I would never consider another rear radiator coach, just that a 42' coach that sells for $300,000+ should offer the option of the side radiator configuration.
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Ditto, Ditto!! We've had both and I prefer the side radiator configuration for ease of maintenance, etc.
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2008 Vectra 40TD, WIT-151980 FMCA F265880
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01-18-2010, 02:16 PM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 530
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I was surprised that the tag axle model was not the bath and a half model.
Jim
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01-18-2010, 04:48 PM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Litchfield Park, Arizona
Posts: 656
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Thanks for sharing. Wow... we have a 2007 Ellipse 40FD which we love but each new year gives us reason to lust over the new ones. We had seen a very similar floorplan on a new Tour at the Pamona show this year. Very impressive. Good for Winnie.
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2007 Itasca Ellipse 40FD
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01-18-2010, 05:02 PM
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Winnie-Wise
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Shadow Hills,CA 91040
Posts: 268
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I also do all service and repairs myself and have never had any issues with the rear radiator configuration. If you just extend the slobber tube it eliminates all of the oily mist that could get onto the radiator. Keeping the fins clean on every radiator should be a standard service item. I use the old radiator reverse flush gun (the one with air and water), cleans the radiator as slick as you please and works great on the engine as well.
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04 Itasca, Meridian 34H, 330 Cat/2003 CR V Toad
1933 Ford 3 Window,as seen in Bye Bye Birdie
Pvt. E1 Retired, Shadow Hills,Ca.
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01-18-2010, 05:08 PM
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Winnie-Wise
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Crossville, Tennessee
Posts: 417
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Driver,
Sure is funny, you doing an article on a pusher?? I got to drive it at GNR. Drives like a dream and is extremely quiet because of all the insulation in the roof. I understand the ccc is 9,300 lbs; more than anyone whould ever need. A great unit.
Question: Do you happen to know the model number of the Garmin GPS? I need to upgrade and would like to use the same one?
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2013 Meridian 42E
2011 Ford Explorer
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01-20-2010, 03:15 AM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Missouri
Posts: 15
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I'm getting one
I am taking delivery of my Ellipse 42AD in Feb. You can follow and comment on my Blog also.
robodoc
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2010 Itasca Ellipse 42AD, 2002 Toy. Sequoia (Toad)
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01-21-2010, 05:16 AM
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iRV2 Marketing
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: Conway, SC
Posts: 886
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dengraham
Question: Do you happen to know the model number of the Garmin GPS? I need to upgrade and would like to use the same one?
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dengraham, No I don't but let me see what I can find out for you. Thanks for the question.
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01-21-2010, 06:01 PM
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iRV2 Marketing
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: Conway, SC
Posts: 886
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dengraham
Question: Do you happen to know the model number of the Garmin GPS? I need to upgrade and would like to use the same one?
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dengraham,
According to parts listing on a 2010 Ellipse, it is a Garmin GVN 53.
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01-21-2010, 07:26 PM
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Winnie-Wise
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Crossville, Tennessee
Posts: 417
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Thanks for looking this up for me. Now I can add it to my "wish list" for my birthday in February. I appreciate the help.
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Dennis & Trish (and Sparky Doodle)
2013 Meridian 42E
2011 Ford Explorer
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01-21-2010, 08:27 PM
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iRV2 Marketing
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: Conway, SC
Posts: 886
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dengraham
I appreciate the help.
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You're welcome. The answer was provided to me by our very good friend at Winnebago Industries.
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