Hey! thank you for introducing me to Terry and producing this video. Two years ago (2017), I was looking for our first coach and knew it was going to be a Beaver. So I basically formulated and followed all these tips you covered here on Aug 29, 2019. I've heard a lot of horror stories, One guy worked his way up to a Class A from a van, step by step and within a year had owned and sold 7 different RVs, and I don't think he is fully satisfied. But back to what you have covered here. This is GOLDEN information for a person just starting into their first purchase of an RV. I have to say; that I FEEL EXTREMELY CONFIDENT that my choices (and my intended usage of, and path going forward), has been the best educated choices in our first purchase. I often think of all the major mistakes that I had avoided with our first motorhome purchase. So many common mistakes made by so many of those new to RVing. Our 19 year old, 2000 Beaver Patriot Thunder, Princeton, Ketchum Creek was in such great condition, it was featured on an instagram post from the FMCA just last month. And for the last couple of years, has been very close to trouble free without major mechanical or electrical or plumbing or heating or cooling issues. The hardest repair I had to do myself was to replace the two electric heating elements in the refrigerator. And anyone who has done that job knows it's not a very hard job to do. Yes there are going to be issues to resolve, you are going to have to face repairs big and small when owning an RV. But the key to not having a major headache just after purchase is to know EXACTLY what your looking at. Know the nuances of each of the on board systems. Know that you have to have the coach inspected by your own NRVIA inspector. Know to have the fluid samples taken before purchase and understand the results and what they mean. You must understand how to spot a lemon before you purchase and not get emotional about that specific purchase moment and know when to walk away. You will have other chances to purchase ahead of you. And then: you have to install the safety Fire Suppression systems behind that absorption refrigerator and in and around the engine compartment! Because you have to know that 30% of RVs showing up at junkyards are from fires. Fires that could be halted before catastrophic damage occurs. And we have got to keep these fine motor home examples this video has been discussing in great shape not only for yourself, but the people who will own it after you. They are a timeless representation of the pinnacle of motorhome manufacturing.
Mike Tomas WOW! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this thoughtful and detailed comment! I’m thrilled your first motor coach purchase went so well. I also feel your comment is a perfect compliment to this video. I’ll pin it to the top in hope that everyone will take the time to read it! I learned something as well... I knew that fires were a major cause of RV’s being taken out. But, I was unaware of onboard fire detection & suppression. This is an excellent tip which I’ll be researching further. Thanks again for your comment! It’s very appreciated! Happy & safe travels my friend 😃 ~ Ben
Allen Edens - hello sir! Thanks for service! Yes, you can’t go wrong with Terry and Kenai Coach. I wish you all the best in your retirement. By the way, some of the best RVing memories we’ve made have been at the Holiday Park at Joint Base Lewis McChord. It’s a beautiful park and was 5 minutes way from my son’s housing. He’s in the Army and currently at Ft Bragg. Thanks for watching & commenting!
Terry seems like a solid guy with integrity and he seems to enjoy getting people on the road with a quality unit that has been well looked over and serviced to be turn-key and go condition. His prices are reasonable for what you get and he seems very trustworthy. I could be wrong but I never have met the man in person. He has a good reputation and I have a good gut feeling about him if everything checks out I would not hesitate to purchase one of his beautiful coaches. Plus he reminds me a little of Bill Murray's older brother Brian Dole Murray.
This is a great video that I just found. Excellent information. Last year we purchased an 06 Wanderlodge that had extensive updates and maintenance from an individual for 15 cents on the dollar what it costs new in 06. Lots of value out there if you just look. Thank you for this video. I appreciate it.
SOOO TRUE, coaches after 2010 are junk and the RV industry as a whole has hit the crapper unless your willing to fork out 500k + these poor "newbe" RVers are spending 100k+ on NEW junk when they could have a high quality, high end coach at the same or lessor cost that will still OUTLAST their 'new" coach.
Hey! thank you for introducing me to Terry and producing this video. Two years ago (2017), I was looking for our first coach and knew it was going to be a Beaver. So I basically formulated and followed all these tips you covered here on Aug 29, 2019. I've heard a lot of horror stories, One guy worked his way up to a Class A from a van, step by step and within a year had owned and sold 7 different RVs, and I don't think he is fully satisfied. But back to what you have covered here. This is GOLDEN information for a person just starting into their first purchase of an RV. I have to say; that I FEEL EXTREMELY CONFIDENT that my choices (and my intended usage of, and path going forward), has been the best educated choices in our first purchase. I often think of all the major mistakes that I had avoided with our first motorhome purchase. So many common mistakes made by so many of those new to RVing.
Our 19 year old, 2000 Beaver Patriot Thunder, Princeton, Ketchum Creek was in such great condition, it was featured on an instagram post from the FMCA just last month. And for the last couple of years, has been very close to trouble free without major mechanical or electrical or plumbing or heating or cooling issues. The hardest repair I had to do myself was to replace the two electric heating elements in the refrigerator. And anyone who has done that job knows it's not a very hard job to do. Yes there are going to be issues to resolve, you are going to have to face repairs big and small when owning an RV.
But the key to not having a major headache just after purchase is to know EXACTLY what your looking at. Know the nuances of each of the on board systems. Know that you have to have the coach inspected by your own NRVIA inspector. Know to have the fluid samples taken before purchase and understand the results and what they mean. You must understand how to spot a lemon before you purchase and not get emotional about that specific purchase moment and know when to walk away. You will have other chances to purchase ahead of you. And then: you have to install the safety Fire Suppression systems behind that absorption refrigerator and in and around the engine compartment! Because you have to know that 30% of RVs showing up at junkyards are from fires. Fires that could be halted before catastrophic damage occurs. And we have got to keep these fine motor home examples this video has been discussing in great shape not only for yourself, but the people who will own it after you. They are a timeless representation of the pinnacle of motorhome manufacturing.
Mike Tomas WOW! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this thoughtful and detailed comment! I’m thrilled your first motor coach purchase went so well. I also feel your comment is a perfect compliment to this video. I’ll pin it to the top in hope that everyone will take the time to read it!
I learned something as well...
I knew that fires were a major cause of RV’s being taken out. But, I was unaware of onboard fire detection & suppression. This is an excellent tip which I’ll be researching further.
Thanks again for your comment! It’s very appreciated! Happy & safe travels my friend 😃 ~ Ben
I own a 2000 Monaco Dynasty and I agree they are built very well.
Buy a good well maintained Country Coach
Terry is a wealth of knowledge in this industry.
Agreed!!
I’ve filed this video, because I’ll be buying Country Coach or Foretravel for my solo travels. Terry looks like a great guy to work with.
What did you end up getting?
I’m retiring from the Army next year, so now I know who to go to for my motorhome. Thank you!
Allen Edens - hello sir! Thanks for service! Yes, you can’t go wrong with Terry and Kenai Coach. I wish you all the best in your retirement. By the way, some of the best RVing memories we’ve made have been at the Holiday Park at Joint Base Lewis McChord. It’s a beautiful park and was 5 minutes way from my son’s housing. He’s in the Army and currently at Ft Bragg. Thanks for watching & commenting!
Terry seems like a solid guy with integrity and he seems to enjoy getting people on the road with a quality unit that has been well looked over and serviced to be turn-key and go condition. His prices are reasonable for what you get and he seems very trustworthy. I could be wrong but I never have met the man in person. He has a good reputation and I have a good gut feeling about him if everything checks out I would not hesitate to purchase one of his beautiful coaches. Plus he reminds me a little of Bill Murray's older brother Brian Dole Murray.
Terry is awesome. Hope he is going strong in a couple of years when I’m ready to buy
👋 Hi @Doug N! I’m curious about this as well and will get an answer to this question!
Great video. We’re getting ready to buy.
Glad you found the video helpful @Blitz None! Thanks for watching & commenting! Best wishes for your future purchase & travel adventures!
This is a great video that I just found. Excellent information. Last year we purchased an 06 Wanderlodge that had extensive updates and maintenance from an individual for 15 cents on the dollar what it costs new in 06. Lots of value out there if you just look. Thank you for this video. I appreciate it.
Glad this was useful to you @BSF! Thanks for watching & commenting!
Terry is an upright guy.
smacdiesel I couldn’t agree more!
Affordable motor coaches you can depend on.
Shelle Belle thanks for watching & commenting! 🧡💙
SOOO TRUE, coaches after 2010 are junk and the RV industry as a whole has hit the crapper unless your willing to fork out 500k + these poor "newbe" RVers are spending 100k+ on NEW junk when they could have a high quality, high end coach at the same or lessor cost that will still OUTLAST their 'new" coach.
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