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Old 11-14-2014, 12:37 PM   #21
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Careful Geo John, that luxurious L shaped sofa is actually a flat bench seat with foam cushions.
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Old 11-14-2014, 12:56 PM   #22
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I just bought a new AS a week ago. I didn't opt for the extended warranty. Airstream's 2 year warranty only covers airstream products. Most of your appliances come with their own warranty. You have to fill out and send in the warranty cards within 10 days. They didn't offer a wax deal. I would have said no. One pro to the rear bed is at most campsites your bed is away from the road. That being said both coaches I've owned have been front beds. Earplugs.

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Old 11-14-2014, 01:39 PM   #23
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The dealer where I purchased my trailer didn't even try to sell any extended warranty.
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Old 11-14-2014, 01:39 PM   #24
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Well, I have read all the reviews too.
We have had 3 rear BR rigs and now a front BR w the rear view. We love the rear view!
It is great to open the shades in the morning and lookout on a lake, mtn. or woods. We almost always have a great view. There has never been a problem w outside noise or privacy with the front bedroom. This is also the smallest rig we have had and again we love it.
So that is our view.
Oh, I will be happy to wax your rig for $3800 and I will throw in a bottle of wine and a case of beer.
I have my own warranty work person, my husband.
Like some have said, the appliances all have their own warranties.
We have never purchased a new rig and we won't. Let the other guy get most of the warranty stuff fixed before you get the rig.
What you do need to know, whatever you get, no matter new or older, it does need to be maintained, little things will pop up and should be repaired or replaced regularly. That is with any rig you would buy.
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Old 11-14-2014, 02:08 PM   #25
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As 28

Just ordered the FC 28 Rear Bed with the Mica interior. Was torn between Rear Queen or Twins.
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Old 11-14-2014, 02:11 PM   #26
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Just ordered the FC 28 Rear Bed with the Mica interior. Was torn between Rear Queen or Twins.
Hi Ron:
So you were torn between the queen or twins - what did you end up doing?

I'm asking because we have the Queen and it fine. But if I had to do again and was ordering from the factory, I would head toward the twins.
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Old 11-14-2014, 02:11 PM   #27
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Did you get the queen or twins?
I got the queen and wish I had the twins.
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Old 11-14-2014, 02:36 PM   #28
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Ordered the Queen. Just glad to get an AS.


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Old 11-14-2014, 02:46 PM   #29
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Wax OFF. Don't buy it. We like the FB for the view. When we went to pay and pick up ours, the dealer person started with all the expense/horror stories of why we needed this service/extra warranty plan. I just tuned it out, but my wife told them, "What the hell. Maybe we don't even want buy this thing if all this stuff is going to fail so soon?" They began to walk that back really quickly. We have had ours 15 months and have towed it over 8K miles, with no failures. Use your 2 year warranty if needed and take good care of it. It will take care of you.
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Old 11-14-2014, 03:06 PM   #30
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Ordered the Queen. Just glad to get an AS.


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Well congrats Ron - I'm sure you will more than happy with it. We looked high and low before we committed to the 28' we have and could not be happier.
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Old 11-14-2014, 03:10 PM   #31
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Articfox, what TV and WD Hitch are you using? I just bought a 2015 Chevy 2500HD, Duramax diesel, 4 X 4 with Exhaust braking. Now need to decide on right WD Hitch brand.


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Old 11-14-2014, 03:54 PM   #32
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Hi Ron:

We are using an F150 loaded up for towing. You will be more than fine with the Duramax, they are a very good truck.
We spent the extra $$ and bought the Propride. Because we travel long distances all the time, for my the propride has been worth every penny.

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We tow with an F150 EcoBoost. Never a problem in the mountains out west. We use an Equalizer hitch and I never feel a wiggle, even when the big rigs blow by me on the interstate as I roll along at 60.
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Old 11-14-2014, 04:26 PM   #34
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If you want years of trouble free enjoyment and a fantastic resale value don't buy an Airstream made with the conventional plywood subfloor. Order your trailer with Coosa and save yourself headaches in the future. It's not a matter of if your trailer will leak but when, and how long it will leak BEFORE you find the damage.

Coosa is lighter than the plywood and will not rot, mildew, support fungus or degenerate in anyway.

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Old 11-14-2014, 04:34 PM   #35
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The "wax" job you refer to is probably the special sealer they push. We did that for our FC-19, but it was $1,000 ... not $3,800! I can't even imagine that much. You might call the Airstream factory and get the scoop on what they think. I was told that they do provide a "clear-coat." But, it might be good to get the information directly, yourself. We found them to be very informative and very willing to help.
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And how does one 'order' a Coosa floor from the factory?
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Old 11-14-2014, 05:26 PM   #37
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Yes. I just ordered y unit a few weeks ago. Coos a was not an option. More info please?


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Old 11-14-2014, 05:29 PM   #38
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And how does one 'order' a Coosa floor from the factory?
Have Coosa LLC ship required number of sheets to Airstream direct with your name and W/O number on it and ask AS to use them instead of plywood. Or you could order through a distributor

http://www.totalplastics.com/about_us/contact

Yes AS won't give you any money back from the plywood they save from your trailer but having a rot free floor will more than make up for the extra effort. Coosa is machined using the exact same tools and technics as plywood. If anything the workers will love tossing 30lb sheets around versus 50+ lb sheets.

I wouldn't buy a new Airstream or any trailer for that matter without Coosa. I personally don't know, considering how much these trailers cost, why Airstream doesn't use Coosa in the first place.

I used Bluewater 20 for my renovation.

Yes these sheets are pricey but ripping apart the interior and then the shell off the frame is a bit pricey too. As my mechanic says...."You can pay me a little now....or a lot later". Seriously you would recoup your initial outlay of money easily with resale value.


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Old 11-14-2014, 06:03 PM   #39
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I shouldn't have said "ask AS to use the Coosa"....demand they use them, it's your money and your trailer. It's not like you're asking them to substitute an inferior product.

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Old 11-14-2014, 06:06 PM   #40
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I realize money is not generally an issue in Calif. but seeing that you appear to be new to RVing I would not suggest buying New. It is almost a given that you will not be completely satisfied with your first choice. Consider a used trailer close to what you think you want and test camping out for a season. It is not the front or rear bedroom that will change you mind it is where do I put my stuff and why did I really need that.

Oh yes and what they charge for a wall mounted TV is insane.
I think he should buy new, and sell it to me when he changes his mind!

I only live 45 minutes away..

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