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If the cost per mile is any consideration you need to keep in mind that with diesel running 30-60ȼ more per gallon than gasoline, the difference in fuel milage will not offset the additional cost of fuel. Having owned both diesel and gasoline vehicles, I assure you that most owners find that the diesel maintenance costs more as well.

As Chalkie points out, some diesels are noisier than others, and the same goes for gasoline engines. That carries over to the bigger diesels in diesel pushers and hdt's as well. So, take a ride in a few and see what falls within your tolerance threshold. Personally, unless you're putting a lot of miles on, I'd opt for a gas motor, both for upfront price and normal maintenance.

I do not have a Class C, I do however have a diesel pickup and I can say that it is no noisier than my son's gas pickup. Outside it seems to me that the Ford and GM diesel engines are quieter than the RAM Cummins engine. One thing to consider in your deliberations is fuel economy. Diesel will not necessarily get better.

Still available? Steve Text 858-204-9609

At a zoom meeting last night it was disclosed they found more cracks on that bridge. Nothing yet on duration of closure or plans for repairing. They're still doing more intense inspections.

I am preparing for a 3-week trip next month. That had me rethinking this a little bit. Usually, wife and I split the cash. Problem is Shes not going on this trip. Just me and the boys. We always paid cash for fuel. I stay by the pumps, and she went inside to prepay. She won't be there to do that, and I don't want to plug up the fuel island any more than it already is, so I have a TSD fuel card coming. I still believe in having a few hundred in emergency money. Sometimes you have to grease a few palms to get what you need done. I will probably have a lot less cash than normal on this trip. We are on a tighter budget than normal too. There will be lots of Rames noodles and ham sandwiches eaten on this trip.

I’m reconsidering my already planned and reserved trip in late September. We shall see.

Our 2008 Winnebago View Class C had a diesel engine and the noise was surprisingly quiet. We could talk with people standing by the open cab window without shutting down the engine or feeling like we were yelling. Linda Sand

Thanks for the info. Been on the phone all day trying to track one down but nobody lists that bag anymore. Will give it another go tomorrow.

We are looking at options for class c rv's. I have researched the pros and cons for gas vs diesel but I cannot find anything that compares engine noise. We had a 2006 gas class A many years ago and the engine noise was horrible. I know dp's are much quieter because the engine is in the back, but what about a class C? Both types of engines are in the front, so, is one quiter than the other?

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Glad she's back. Happy trails.

Maybe that's in hopes of keep us itinerants out of California? Linda

The big black box used to live on the Gold Truck where the front axle used to be. With the White truck having both I needed to find a new place for it. Before I left for the HDT Rally I found it would fit in the box with the Motorcycle, so I strapped it down for the trip. Pondering all winter on what to do with it. I mounted a small vice to it and maybe I'd already mounted the Montezuma Tool box to it before leaving Iowa too. Anyway earlier this month I thought of mounting it to the inside of the box at "Workbench height.". The box has a couple rails built into the walls for "E" Track and I looked at multiple hardware locations before buying some carriage bolts. First ones too small, but would fit into the groove easily. Went to 1/2 inch and all I had to do was grind off two opposite sides and it would turn into it like a "T" and the 1/2 inch shoulder fit the slot almost perfectly . Cut up a chunk of old implement tire I had and made a 4inch long bumper to hold the bolt in place and provide some vibration dampening (Maybe). So far it feels very secure in it's position, but going down the road on it's first road trip will b the test. The last photo with the Craftsman tool box and a scrap of Angle Iron is an idea to mount the Angle under the box for more support. At one point I thought of putting a wooden support, but not sure that would be necessary and would rob me of some storage under the box. What have I done wrong or maybe didn't think of? Rod

I'm not in California. It is easier for manufacturers to print one warning label that satisfies the legalities of a product in all the places it is going to be sold. Thus, here in Texas we are blessed with Prop 65 warnings.

The county's plan is to limit traffic for now. Once a determination is made on what to do to repair or even replace the bridge (yes, that's a possibility) then they may blacktop that section so that the road will last. Gunnison will have severe impacts from this. Already the state has closed the DMV office. There is another bridge that has the same T1 steel that they haven't inspected yet. If they close that one also that takes CR26 out of the picture since CR26 is between the 2 bridges. Crazy times.

Since this is a destination trailer//park model, where is it located? What is the monthly park rental cost? Typical utilities bills?

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Purchased 2020 from Alpin Haus. Professional Maintenance done by Alpin Haus for warranty. RV winterized in fall. Used 5 times on weekends. Trailer is 40 feet long x 13.5 feet high. Has 3 slide outs. Patio awning. Amenities: full kitchen with island, storage cabinets, and pantry. Fifteen Cubic foot refrigerator with 4 doors, Full size gas oven, 3 gas burner stove top, microwave, tiled back splash. Dining area has a free standing dinette set. Living room has entertainment center with TV, stereo system (with exterior speakers), DVD player, theater seating (leather), and gas fireplace. Leather sofa (converts to queen size bed). Living room is carpeted. Ceiling fan. Master BR has king bed, wall closet with floor to ceiling mirrored doors, desk area, TV, second closet with mirrored doors and storage drawers. Two lofts on either side of stairs. Loft BR has 2 full mattresses, carpeted, TV, bedstand, and small storage closet. Second loft area is open to living area with wrought iron railing. Can be used for child play area and/or sleeping. Full bathroom. Shower has glass sliding doors, medicine cabinet with mirror, and sink with cabinet. Trailer has patio door entry. Second entry door in Master BR. All windows have matching curtains and cordless window shades. Cold and hot water holding tanks. Washer and dryer hookups. Central vacuum cleaning system.

Isn't this how life goes, you have lane and highway closures for several years a maybe 15 miles west. That project is winding down at this time, I believe Those possible detours are graveled but many miles of dust and wash-board in the months ahead. A good chance to made those Toll roads giving locals a free pass and others a $XXX.xx toll. Clay, My suggestion to limit traffic.

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I guess the solution is just to get out of California.

The EPA can not levy criminal fines but it can take states to court and win civil fines. While the EPA generally lets the states administer air pollution programs to meet the standards it can overrule or take over the programs if it is not satisfied the targets are being met. Personally I would like to see Texas take a page from Colorado where gas engines are only required to take emissions tests in certain counties whereas diesel engines are required to statewide. Maybe it would get rid of all these folks that think giant exhaust pipes blowing massive clouds of black smoke is fun.

Many times these warnings, whether there is cause for concern or not, are at the behest of the lawyers thanks to our litigious society. It seems like virtually anything that is sold in California carries a Prop 65 warning which we all see no matter where else we are.

I'm so happy to report Tuna came back on Saturday and just passed her post walk-a-bout in the wild Vet exam. I was told I am a very lucky Cat Person. Thanks to my Daughter in reminding me to apply the "Tick and Flea" medication right away to both Cats and I also gave them their first "Heart Worm" meds for the season. I'm not on the search for the right "Collar" that will accept some sort of a 'Tracking' device. I am less than happy with the "Microchip". The reader has to be within a few millimeters of the implant to pick it up. Does not help at all with finding a lost animal. Only if they are turned into an Animal Shelter or taken to a responsible Vet Clinic and are scanned. I don't think "Pet Link" is informed about the scans unless there is a question about ownership of the pet. None of the Vet's have verified the address I have listed for my Pet's because it's always different from what I give them as my personal address. Will never pay for a Microchip implant again. Rod