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General Discussion / Re: PC on new Ford Transit 350 chassis?

« on: March 12, 2016, 08:44:06 am »

Yes, with a 2500 - 4000 pound GVWR difference it would require a lighter weight construction for sure!

But with modern materials and design it's possible, as proven by some of the largest motor coach companies!

I can remember back when a full size car from the 1960's weighed almost twice what a full size car weights today!
And today the newer cars are safer with a lot better fuel economy!

I'm just suggesting that it's possible!
Just something to think about...

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General Discussion / PC on new Ford Transit 350 chassis?

« on: March 12, 2016, 12:15:57 am »

Discussion:  Do you think PC will ever build a version on the new Ford Transit 350 5 cylinder diesel chassis?

Winnebago, Thor and Coachmen have stated building models on the new Transit chassis.
With newer technologies, cost savings and a new modern diesel engine, it would make sense!

The Ford E-Series chassis is older technology that will be phased out eventually.
The RAM Promaster chassis is being used on some coaches right now, but companies like Coachmen are switching to a Ford Transit chassis for some of their models (i.e. their "Orion" model).
The Mercedes Benz chassis is nice, but is more than 1000 lbs heavier and $20,000 more expensive than the Ford Transit 350 chassis! When it comes to service on Mercedes, they are not as easy to get fixed as the Ford units, because not all Mercedes dealers will work on their truck chassis!

So the question is: Do you think Phoenix Cruiser will build on this new chassis??  Earl???  Kyle????

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Tips and Tricks / Re: How-to Videos - Playlist and looking for more ideas!

« on: March 08, 2016, 11:11:30 am »

Hi Kyle,

You do an nice job with the videos!  Thank you!!

One thing that I thought might be informative (I know that I'd like to see it) is what does the inside look like with the slide room(s) closed... like when you are traveling down the road.  How much room does one have to move around in the unit?
I think that this would make a great addition to all of your videos!!

Thanks,

Patrick