richard_123
new bern, nc
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Recently had to part with our 86 trooper---------just wore out-------beyond reasonable use.
looking opinions on a newer type toad (but not new.
one that has a/c and cruise control.
Motor-home is Class "A", 36 ft, v10 engine. limited to max of 5000 pound toad----would not want to go that heavy, maybe 4200.
we have been motor-homing only for 3yrs. come of the issues that must be addressed is my size 6'8", 250 #'s.
Do not want a jeep product because read so much about electrical and other problems---seems the purchase price is only down payment on the long term cost.
I usually keep vehicles a very long time.
open to all any thoughts presently without a toad.
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sch911
Rochester Hills, MI
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"Do not want a jeep product because read so much about electrical and other problems---seems the purchase price is only down payment on the long term cost."
Please PM me with your concerns about Jeeps. I'd like to hear your comments.
Thank you.
Chrysler/Dodge/Ram/Jeep Engineer
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rk911
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sch911 wrote:"Do not want a jeep product because read so much about electrical and other problems---seems the purchase price is only down payment on the long term cost."
Please PM me with your concerns about Jeeps. I'd like to hear your comments.
Thank you.
i'd like to hear also...please post them in this forum. we have an '03 wrangler and a '10 liberty and have had but a few issues, none of them electrical.
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bluwtr49
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Can't agree about a Jeep. One of the best and most popular toads around for a very good reason.
Dick
2000 40" DP Beaver Patriot Thunder Cat C-12 425 HP, 1550 Tq
1997 Jeep GC Limited ---toad
2008 Toyota Tundra Crew Max Limited TRD (Retired)
2009 Cougar 268 RLS ~8700 lbs road wt (Retrired)
2006 Jeep Liberty Turbo Diesel.....TV in Training
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Cat320
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Honda CR-V...hard to beat...light, reliable, economical, good ride, and roomy.
I don't want to get in the middle of the Jeep lovers, but past experience with them tells me I'll never have another. My last Jeep was none of the adjectives used for the CR-V...JMHO, of course.
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rk911
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Cat320 wrote:Honda CR-V...hard to beat...light, reliable, economical, good ride, and roomy.
I don't want to get in the middle of the Jeep lovers, but past experience with them tells me I'll never have another. My last Jeep was none of the adjectives used for the CR-V...JMHO, of course.
sooner or later ever company builds a lemon. our '03 wrangler has 70,000+ miles, the '10 lib has 17K+ since june of '10 and my '46 CJ...well, i've lost track on how many times the odometer has spun around since my family acquired it in 1959. and those are powered miles. the wrangler has 7+ seasons of towing miles and this summer the lib will see it's 3rd season. we put between 4 and 5K miles on the MH each season.
the only vehicle we could reasonably call a 'lemon' was our '78 Olds Cutlass. that was a real POS. every other vehicle has seen a minimum of 100K and as much as 175K miles before being sold.
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Mr.Mark
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I also vote for the Honda CR-V. Very roomy, 3,400 lbs., good gas mileage, nice power for it's size, good storage. I would think a person of your size would fit just fine. The only way to know is to try one.
I had two new Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited's in the past, both had to be towed under their warranty back to the dealer as they left me stranded. I didn't want another Jeep product to worry with and the Honda has never let me down.
Your mileage may vary.
MM.
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2007 Honda CR-V EXL, 4WD, w/Nav and the M&G braking system
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koda55
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We have a Chevy HHR and love it. Lots of room for us and two other adult. Weight is 3160.
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supra24valve
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I have found that a Saturn SW2 may be the best toad for the money. Cheap, like 96-02 range from $2k to $3.5 easy. They can get around 38 MPG. Move 5 people, and a large dog. Only 2300lbs. They have a timing chain, NO BELT! Plastic bodies do not dent or rust. Parts are cheap. They were American made.
For that price, you can buy one for what you would lose by driving a new car off the lot!
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Sully2
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DONT PM me about Jeeps problems....'cause I wont believe them.
Ive got an 02 Liberty that has lost 2 speed sensors on the rear...( twirling finger in the air) whop-ta-dooie
Had one changed locally....had the other changed at a Jeep and ( about 4 other brands..??) dealership right in Jackson Hole WY.
2000 Country Coach Allure; Cummins ISC 330 HP; 71/2 - 8 MPG regardless
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