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10-13-2012, 07:33 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2012
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New Members (Don and Dale) from Arizona
My wife and I are looking to purchase our first TT. We have been looking at trailers for over 5 months now and have decided that Jayco is our TT of choice. Although buying new is an option, we are (for now) looking for a lightly used 1-2 year old unit. We are interested in the hybrid model (s) and really fell in love with the 21M model which is no longer made. We want to stay "lite" as out TV is a 2000 Toyota Tundra, bought new in 1999. It has 78K miles.
We own a Coleman popup bought new in 1989 and it remains in beautiful condition but will most likely end up with our youngest son and his family. I am retired from a major manufacturing firm (~2 yrs) and my wife will be fully retired next year from teaching. We are looking to get back into the camping environment as we loved it for so many years as the kids were growing up.
I have learned so much already from this forum and look forward to being an active member and participant in the future.
Safe Travels....
Don and Dale
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10-13-2012, 07:43 AM
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Member
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Wisconsin
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Don and Dale
My wife and I are looking to purchase our first TT. We have been looking at trailers for over 5 months now and have decided that Jayco is our TT of choice. Although buying new is an option, we are (for now) looking for a lightly used 1-2 year old unit. We are interested in the hybrid model (s) and really fell in love with the 21M model which is no longer made. We want to stay "lite" as out TV is a 2000 Toyota Tundra, bought new in 1999. It has 78K miles.
We own a Coleman popup bought new in 1989 and it remains in beautiful condition but will most likely end up with our youngest son and his family. I am retired from a major manufacturing firm (~2 yrs) and my wife will be fully retired next year from teaching. We are looking to get back into the camping environment as we loved it for so many years as the kids were growing up.
I have learned so much already from this forum and look forward to being an active member and participant in the future.
Safe Travels....
Don and Dale
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Hi,
I liked that model too, but I have read in a google search that they stopped making it because it may tip on one side, slide to wide or heavy on one side?? Search in google problems with and fill in any camper you are looking at with model.
Good luck.
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2012 Jayco 19H
2009 Chevy Silverado
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10-13-2012, 08:01 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2012
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Great info Makjps. I will do that. Never thought about that being an issue, but does sound possible?
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10-13-2012, 08:54 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: West Texas
Posts: 2,114
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Hello Don & Dale and welcome to Jayco Owners Forum. Good luck in your RV searches. I do believe that you will be glad you went with a Jayco. There are plenty of friendly folks and good info on this forum.
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Dan
2016 Chevy LTZ - Duramax/Allison
2008 Eagle 30.5BHS
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10-13-2012, 11:26 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Myrtle Beach, SC
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Welcome to you both! I'm sure you will be very happy with any Jayco camper you decide on. On a side note.. Sure seems to be a lot of campers from Arizona on here
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10-14-2012, 07:41 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Charlotte, NC Area
Posts: 1,474
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Welcome form Northwest Indiana. Enjoy the search for the new trailer. I'm sure you'll get a lot of could input from forum members.
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10-14-2012, 08:38 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 5
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Thanks all for the warm welcomes. We do appreciate them. We are truly excited about getting a TT. We enjoy camping and getting away from it all.
EXJAY1...I would agree that there seems to be many from Arizona here. All the more to talk with.
Thanks again all.
Dale and Don
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10-15-2012, 05:05 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Virginia`s Eastern Shore
Posts: 17,107
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Welcome to JOF! Good luck with the trailer quest!
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2017 Coachmen Catalina 283RKS
2018 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2l CCSB
2010 Jayflight 28BHS (sold)
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10-26-2012, 08:50 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Cape Coral, Florida
Posts: 4,807
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I was in the same situation recently. I found a Jay Feather 165 Sport that I tow with a Toyota 4Runner V6. It's a small trailer, but has all the conveniences for 2 people. My sister has a Hybred and she has had several problems with water damage. I picked up a 2007 165 Sport for $6,000 in like new condition. I am leary of the Hybreds. Just my personal opionion. Moving from a pop-up, I wanted a hard sided design. Before storing it Sunday, I left this unit out in a 3 days rain and it was dry as a bone. Good luck with your search. Kind regards, Doug
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10-26-2012, 09:01 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Bellefonte, PA
Posts: 167
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Welcome Don and Dale from Central PA and you can't go wrong with Jayco. Many folks here ready to answer any questions. My DW is also a retired teacher. Just waiting for Sandy to hit us here in PA and heading to the RV to batten down things.
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Jayco 2012 36BHDS
On permanent site in Central PA
Denny, Melissa, Talia (granddaughter) & Tango (Golden)
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10-28-2012, 01:58 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Posts: 795
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Welcome from another Arizonian. Enjoy your search for your new TT.
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Joe and Mary Anne
1 20 yr old DD
2014 Ram 2500 Diesel Laramie Mega Cab 4 X 4
2011 Jayco Jay Flight 26RLS-Sold
2014 Jayco Eagle 298 RLDS
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10-28-2012, 06:58 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Central PA
Posts: 1,236
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Good luck on finding the perfect trailer for you. Happy Hunting!
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No I am NOT retired. I work full time.:D
Tracy from Central PA
2010 Jayco 17Z Ex-Port
2004 Ford Explorer V8 with the tow package
2010 Camping Stats
Nights Camping 132 - Nights Camping in My Z 102
2011 Camping Stats
Nights Camping 107
2012 Camping Stats
Nights camping 133 - Nights camping in my Z 128
2013 Camping Stats
Nights Camping 66 Nights
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10-28-2012, 07:10 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Central PA
Posts: 1,236
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Welcome and happy camping!
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No I am NOT retired. I work full time.:D
Tracy from Central PA
2010 Jayco 17Z Ex-Port
2004 Ford Explorer V8 with the tow package
2010 Camping Stats
Nights Camping 132 - Nights Camping in My Z 102
2011 Camping Stats
Nights Camping 107
2012 Camping Stats
Nights camping 133 - Nights camping in my Z 128
2013 Camping Stats
Nights Camping 66 Nights
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