Motorhome: opinions wanted

SheepOfBlue · 02-27-2009, 10:53 PM

Some say opinions are like a$$$$$es, everyone has one. But the difference is opinions are free so share yours

1985 Winnebago Class A motorhome

I am thinking a tow vehicle to the track and sleep me

Not sure on a hitch on it or engine size

slickwill · 02-27-2009, 10:57 PM

My family had one very similar but it was a 27 footer. We quickly figured out that we could stay in some pretty nice motels for what we were spending on gas. Sold it after less than two years and went back to tents for our trips to the mountains. It all comes down to the level of convenience that you want. If parking trackside, or wherever, is really important to you then it might really be worth it. Just one thing to consider.

bwhip · 02-27-2009, 11:04 PM

Not sure about that particular motorhome, but I can tell you that as a tow vehicle and place to hang out at the track, motorhomes rock.

08silvercbr · 02-27-2009, 11:31 PM

A toy hauler might be a good option as well. Inclosed trailer with living quarters in the front. They can be quite nice. Personally thats what I'd like to have, but my truck won't pull one.

SheepOfBlue · 02-27-2009, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by bwhip

Not sure about that particular motorhome, but I can tell you that as a tow vehicle and place to hang out at the track, motorhomes rock.

A/C in July and August

RedRider · 02-27-2009, 11:42 PM

What size motor does it have? Underpowered RV's pulling trailers can struggle on the hills, not to mention what it will do to your mileage. The price looks right if it's in as good of shape as it appears.

SheepOfBlue · 02-27-2009, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by RedRider

What size motor does it have? Underpowered RV's pulling trailers can struggle on the hills, not to mention what it will do to your mileage. The price looks right if it's in as good of shape as it appears.

Not sure on the engine I just spotted it. I might go to Baa-rber tomorrow and stop on the way. It needs to be at least a 400 (prefer 455) I think since my trailer is not light

Hammer · 02-27-2009, 11:49 PM

Yea, I would look at the toy hauler option more. Or you could retrofit your trailer to one if you wanted.

MrsSilvercbr · 02-27-2009, 11:54 PM

Coach 1291 This will do fine

SheepOfBlue · 02-28-2009, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by MrsSilvercbr

Coach 1291 This will do fine

Not unless you got a single rich sister that is very tolerant and is looking for a huge project

The problem with a toy hauler is that in AL they take the same plates as a motorhome ($$) and my truck won't haul one well. It works a bit to hard towing mine to be honest. So I would have to swap trailer and truck and I am to poor

Hammer · 02-28-2009, 12:11 AM

Didn't JBD just get a TH this past year? His did not look too big and was nice looking from the pics.

seamus · 02-28-2009, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Hammer

Didn't JBD just get a TH this past year? His did not look too big and was nice looking from the pics.

Yeah, but his is a trailer and I think Sheep's trying to dump his truck and pick up something to replace it.

Sheep, check it out and see. You're not going to find anything in that price range around here that's going to be "perfect".

SheepOfBlue · 02-28-2009, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by seamus

Yeah, but his is a trailer and I think Sheep's trying to dump his truck and pick up something to replace it.

Sheep, check it out and see. You're not going to find anything in that price range around here that's going to be "perfect".

Yep trying to go today maybe. And yes that is the plan. I could tow the trailer to Baa-rber and have a place to stay plus better for me food and A/C to cool some on the ultra hot days.

Plus a place for mom and dad o'sheep to get in and set to rest if they want to come and watch. Mom cannot take a day in the heat on her feet anymore and dad is heading to that.

The plan is a replacement tow vehicle but I am guessing it would get borrowed some by Mom and Dad to stay in and I would use it some that way also.

Of course I am waffling on this topic like I do all topics of this type

EDIT: part of my waffling is the worry I am going to low rent on price. I prefer not owing a

so low price is nice but I don't want a ton of headaches since life is good right now

Hammer · 02-28-2009, 10:22 AM

Road trip!!!

1994 odessa class a

CBR929RE · 02-28-2009, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MrsSilvercbr

Coach 1291 This will do fine

that thing has more power than my 40ton rated tractor trailer.

I like the way you think but for something that big it would be better to just have the garage built in like a toy hauler.

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Originally Posted by Hammer

Road trip!!!

1994 odessa class a

or for a little bit more money 2009 Damon Outlaw Motorhome

08silvercbr · 02-28-2009, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Hammer

Road trip!!!

1994 odessa class a

I've never priced motorhomes, but that seems like a pretty darn good deal to me. It must have a million miles on it.

08silvercbr · 02-28-2009, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by CBR929RE

for for a little bit more money 2009 Damon Outlaw Motorhome

14.5 mpg. That's 1.5 better then my p/u truck on a good day.

SheepOfBlue · 02-28-2009, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Hammer

Road trip!!!

1994 odessa class a

Sounds to good to be true. Wonder what is torn up. I went and looked. It is small and good awful pink in the interior but in very nice shape.... thinking.

Jetbdude · 02-28-2009, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Hammer

Didn't JBD just get a TH this past year? His did not look too big and was nice looking from the pics.

Helped the economy last night (updated)

Hammer · 02-28-2009, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SheepOfBlue

Sounds to good to be true. Wonder what is torn up. I went and looked. It is small and good awful pink in the interior but in very nice shape.... thinking.

If you want me to go take a look at it, let me know.

08silvercbr · 02-28-2009, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Hammer

If you want me to go take a look at it, let me know.

No kidding sheep. If he's close enough to check it out in person, you won't find a better deal then that.

Hammer · 02-28-2009, 07:49 PM

I am going tomorrow to take a peek at it. Already called about it.

ND4SPD · 02-28-2009, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Hammer

Road trip!!!

1994 odessa class a

Can that thing handle sheep shifting?

SheepOfBlue · 02-28-2009, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ND4SPD

Can that thing handle sheep shifting?

No

08silvercbr · 02-28-2009, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ND4SPD

Can that thing handle sheep shifting?

Paint to match the paint scheme.. Better than pink aye

08silvercbr · 02-28-2009, 08:00 PM

OH OH brainstorm on that note. Who posted the link with the RVs on the race track? I can see sheep out there now...

02-27-2009, 10:53 PM	#1
SheepOfBlue Vote Sheep Or Else Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Huntsville, AL Age: 47 Bike(s): CBR1000RR, RC51, VT500FT Posts: 10,444	Motorhome: opinions wanted Some say opinions are like a$$$$$es, everyone has one. But the difference is opinions are free so share yours 1985 Winnebago Class A motorhome I am thinking a tow vehicle to the track and sleep me Not sure on a hitch on it or engine size __________________ Find one in every car. You'll see.

02-27-2009, 10:57 PM	#2
slickwill ? Join Date: 08-31-2007 Location: Idaho/Iowa Age: 30 Bike(s): XRR 'tard, VFR Posts: 5,019	My family had one very similar but it was a 27 footer. We quickly figured out that we could stay in some pretty nice motels for what we were spending on gas. Sold it after less than two years and went back to tents for our trips to the mountains. It all comes down to the level of convenience that you want. If parking trackside, or wherever, is really important to you then it might really be worth it. Just one thing to consider. __________________ ...dude you ride an offroad bike with slicks, 1/2 the weight of a GS, double the suspension, with a browning 50 cal going off 32" from your skull as a daily freaking driver - I'd expect anything except a nitro dragbike to be bland by comparison - SSG

02-27-2009, 11:04 PM	#3
bwhip An addiction no rehab can cure Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Idaho, USA Bike(s): A modest variety Posts: 5,540	Not sure about that particular motorhome, but I can tell you that as a tow vehicle and place to hang out at the track, motorhomes rock. __________________ My Gallery http://www.latebraker.com

02-27-2009, 11:31 PM	#4
08silvercbr no THIS is the one MrsSilver! Join Date: 08-28-2008 Location: Clio, MI Age: 31 Bike(s): 08' 1k, Duc awaiting pkup Posts: 3,699 Images: 23	A toy hauler might be a good option as well. Inclosed trailer with living quarters in the front. They can be quite nice. Personally thats what I'd like to have, but my truck won't pull one. __________________ Sent from PC using "smackatalk"

02-27-2009, 11:49 PM	#8
Hammer DILLIGAF Join Date: 12-17-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): 05 Suzuki 600 Posts: 6,823 Images: 12	Yea, I would look at the toy hauler option more. Or you could retrofit your trailer to one if you wanted. __________________ Amateurs practices until they get it right. A professional practices until they can't get it wrong.

02-27-2009, 11:42 PM	#6
RedRider Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 50 Bike(s): 929 Posts: 4,071	What size motor does it have? Underpowered RV's pulling trailers can struggle on the hills, not to mention what it will do to your mileage. The price looks right if it's in as good of shape as it appears.

02-27-2009, 11:54 PM	#9
MrsSilvercbr Mommy and Mason! Join Date: 01-10-2009 Location: Clio, Michigan Age: 28 Bike(s): The back of an 08' 1K Posts: 191	Coach 1291 This will do fine __________________ Each of us has something different to contribute, and no matter how small or insignificant it may seem, it can be for the benefit of all. --Lauritz Melchior

02-28-2009, 12:11 AM	#11
Hammer DILLIGAF Join Date: 12-17-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): 05 Suzuki 600 Posts: 6,823 Images: 12	Didn't JBD just get a TH this past year? His did not look too big and was nice looking from the pics. __________________ Amateurs practices until they get it right. A professional practices until they can't get it wrong.

02-28-2009, 10:22 AM	#14
Hammer DILLIGAF Join Date: 12-17-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): 05 Suzuki 600 Posts: 6,823 Images: 12	Road trip!!! 1994 odessa class a __________________ Amateurs practices until they get it right. A professional practices until they can't get it wrong.

02-28-2009, 07:49 PM	#22
Hammer DILLIGAF Join Date: 12-17-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 40 Bike(s): 05 Suzuki 600 Posts: 6,823 Images: 12	I am going tomorrow to take a peek at it. Already called about it. __________________ Amateurs practices until they get it right. A professional practices until they can't get it wrong.

02-28-2009, 08:00 PM	#26
08silvercbr no THIS is the one MrsSilver! Join Date: 08-28-2008 Location: Clio, MI Age: 31 Bike(s): 08' 1k, Duc awaiting pkup Posts: 3,699 Images: 23	OH OH brainstorm on that note. Who posted the link with the RVs on the race track? I can see sheep out there now... __________________ Sent from PC using "smackatalk"

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