Joe
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Call Donnie Myers, I just sent him the entire 6 wheel set.
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Andy,
Assuming you are doing a somewhat apples to apples comparison you will be comparing a Prevost conversion to a conventional motorhome of similar size with much the same chassis systems. That is going to make the maintenance and repairs comparable because both are going to have large diesel engines, transmission, brakes and associated air systems pretty much alike. There are going to be differences but for the most part they are going operate in comparable manners.
But where there is going to be substantial differences is in the build philosophy between a Prevost conversion and a motor home. The Prevost converter is selling to a very limited market with high expectations. They use the Prevost chassis because they want a base to be robust and time proven. Prevost seated coaches have racked up millions and millions of miles in commercial service and they have a lifespan measured in millions of miles. They handle exceedingly well. They are unequalled when it comes to the structure. When the converter assembles the systems and interior that make the bus into a motor home they are doing for a market with very high expectations.
A Prevost conversion is going to look very nice and be built of durable quality materials. Its systems are going to be well thought out and they are going to deliver a very long life. No two are ever going to be alike. And nothing else out there is going to endure for decades and still have the quality appearance.
A conventional motor home is built on a chassis not unlike what might be under a large truck. It will be strong and capable. Where the motorhome is going to differ is the manufacturer is going to focus on appearance so the RV really appeals to the buyer. Lots of nice woodwork, fabrics and good color selections. But the quality level will begin to show its age sooner than the quality level of the average Prevost.
The systems will sound like those found on a Prevost such as two or more inverters, but again the manufacturer is tryiing to check all the boxes, but to do it inexpensively. And it will show. Every system will be a little smaller, have a little less capacity, or will be assembled with just a little less care.
Slides will be abundant on a conventional motor home. But they will not match the Prevost slide quality.
If you want an unbiased opinion about how a Prevost compares to a conventional motor home you will not find it here. A lot of our members have owned very high end motor homes, but now they own a Prevost and will never go back to a conventional motor home.
I would take a 5 or 10 year old Prevost with 100,000 miles on it any day of the week over any brand new conventional motor home.
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Thanks All!
While I don’t want to innundate anyone with requests or constant emails, is there a link available to see Jim’s coach?
As stated, if all goes as planned, I hope to get serious about this and be taking test drives in August. Until then, looking at photos, reading descriptions and examining floor plans is probably the best way to learn my way around.
Any advise is welcomed!
And, thanks for the warm welcome. I’m still learning my way around this site.
Andy
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You all have an income side. Suprise to me !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The businesses I had didn’t have an income side either, welcome to the crowd.
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was my assumption that by 97 they had quit changing the system. Good luck! the book is the best source but prevost will only tell you how it was delivered to the converter. All bets off after that. Not really a good way the tell over internet —only give possibilities. Bob
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Colt, when we were there in Oct. everyone was using their’s or others PU trks to move trailers in and out of the lot. Geo.
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It should be pointed out to folks new to Prevost ownership that you do not know what you do not know.
These coaches are intimidating. The first time anyone looks at one their mind suffers from overload. There is so much to the average Prevost conversion it is impossible for someone with no Prevost experience to properly evaluate a coach.
From past comments most buyers are pleased with their purchase, describe the experience as a good one, and never felt they were taken advantage of. That does not mean a buyer can ignore common sense and not do a complete inspection on a coach.
There are also levels of trust when buying a coach. Generally if the coach is being purchased from the converter and the converter is willing to stand behind the coach and take care of any repairs for a period of time that relieves a great deal of the burden from the buyer. There is real value in that kind of purchase.
A buyer who is purchasing a coach from a dealer has to dig a little deeper into the inspection process when buying from any dealer, but especially one that does not specialize in Prevost coaches. The dealer however may provide some comfort by offering a warranty or a repair policy for after the sale service. We have dealers who advertise on this site and whose reputations are so good PC members often post about how pleased they were with the purchasing experience. I think it is fair to say some dealer sales are as good as it can get, but it is up to the buyer to know who they are dealing with and make sure any after sale support is clearly spelled out and understood.
Buying a coach from an individual puts 100% of the burden on verifying the coach condition on the buyer. Most sellers are good honest people, but rest assured some are cheats and liars. If that scares you as a buyer I have accomplished what I wanted to do. As a buyer there are several steps relating to the purchase I would never do without. Get a reading of the engine and transmission from a Detroit (or Volvo) and Allison dealer. They will give you a great sense of the history and health of those expensive components.
If it is an XLII I would get Prevost to do a skin inspection unless the delam issue has been resolved. The permanent fix involves not only resealing the panels, but riveting them and then covering the vertical rows of rivets with stainless steel strips that are all but invisible unless you are looking for them.
I would get an independent inspection from the converter, an experienced tech, or an owner of the same conversion to verify the overall house condition, including working all components and systems.
And I would personally look at the overall condition including date codes and clues all of which reveal if the owner was fussy and detailed or sloppy and careless. Do not be taken in by tire dressing and low miles, neither of which is very important.
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So the old saying that you take care of your beaver and your beaver will take care of you is true.:)
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Harry: How recently did you contact Liberty on this matter? How did you make the contact?
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What everybody else said. Re-orient the clamp. Do not rotate the tie rod.
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Tom,
Driving down from TN…. so, not too far. Less than 500 miles.
Mark
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Dale get on the phone and call Jeff R and have a wheel shipped to you and use the old tire. 2100 for wheels you are going to have to change later is just wrong.
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Jon, even a 45 year old schoolie would look good with a Country Coach paint job.
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Finally, we have been biting our nails waiting on your reservation and can now relax.
Keep your eye on this guy folks, he’s trouble.
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Dick, pay close attention to the tires you moved from steer to tag. We experienced along with a few others premature failure of those tires not long after. Geo.