For the TRX wanabes

“With 2020 Transit chassis cab and cutaway models, customers can also carry more, as the maximum GVWR increases from 10,360 pounds to 11,000 pounds.”

Nice! PC must be planning to use 2020 in their new design.  That makes sense with added capacity and features.  Do it right the first time!

Thanks for the info hutch42!

Ron

Pete-Please copy the Coach House Arriva floorplan 

"With 2020 Transit chassis cab and cutaway models, customers can also carry more, as the maximum GVWR increases from 10,360 pounds to 11,000 pounds".

The GVWR on the E450 is 14,500.  That's a big difference.  Does this mean the larger PC models will no longer be made once Ford stops producing the E450?  Or will Ford replace the E450 with something equivalent?   Or is it possible PC will shift to a Chevy chassis?

11,000 pounds puts the Transit today where the Sprinter had been for so long.  It is a step up for sure.  Not just the limit in weight, but also the limit in length, the two limitations going hand-in-hand.  What the limit means for Phoenix is that models 2350, 2400, and maybe 2351 could utilize the Transit.  Model 2100 would be ideal with regards to weight but I think the Transit wheel base places the rear axle directly in the way of the 2100's entry door.  Just like the Sprinter, the Transit wheel base cannot be modified.  Only the Ford E350/E450 and the Chevy 3500/4500 can.

 What the limit means for Phoenix is that models 2350, 2400, and maybe 2351 could utilize the Transit.

Ron---heres the beloved 2351/52 design on the new Coach House Plat III Transit.   25'-6" long, no slide, 178 WB.  Its currently the longest Transit Class C out there.
When they weighed it....less then 700 LBS OCC.  So an extra 650 LBS GVWR will help.

The Po-poing we are hearing on the Fuse site is from the better halves side.  The ladies love driving the Fuse its really like a high powered sports car.  They were afraid on the A's and big C's  Their thinking now is are we going back to big again?

More info on the TRX

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7ITwMWi17s&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR1srB12UysrtUSG9k8gy4IoAiMiFXSezVWMAhzdGAgDzQJ3M3VlfMXoWfc

Hutch,

Did I catch the vid saying they are going to be producing the AWD in a cutaway version?
If so, Sprinter watch out....
Doug

The last nail  in Ram ProMaster’s coffin.
RIP Roadtrek.

Hutch,

Did I catch the vid saying they are going to be producing the AWD in a cutaway version?
If so, Sprinter watch out....
Doug

If I recall there was a comment in one of the many releases that said it would not be available on the cutaway or chassis cabs.  I went back and tried to find it with no luck.  So not sure at this time.  Also tried to find out when it would be available to RV manf.  Nothing.  I do know that Winnebago stopped taking orders for its 2019 transit based Fuse a week ago.  This the first time in 3.5 years they have done this.  I did get a comment from their customer care that they are trying to reduce dealer inventory of 2019 models at this time.

What the limit means for Phoenix is that models 2350, 2400, and maybe 2351 could utilize the Transit.

Ron---heres the beloved 2351/52 design on the new Coach House Plat III Transit.   25'-6" long, no slide, 178 WB.  Its currently the longest Transit Class C out there.
When they weighed it....less then 700 LBS OCC.  So an extra 650 LBS GVWR will help.

The Po-poing we are hearing on the Fuse site is from the better halves side.  The ladies love driving the Fuse its really like a high powered sports car.  They were afraid on the A's and big C's  Their thinking now is are we going back to big again?

Our PC-2350 with no slide-out would be an exceptional application for the 2020 Transit. 

Our PC-2350 with no slide-out would be an exceptional application for the 2020 Transit. 
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Ron---may have to be a little narrower.  The rear wheel track is only 66" on the Transit HD350 dully  I think the E350 is around 75". However the average Transit RV is 92" wide which is only 1" narrower then the 2350?  Still could go with a slide?

Good point about the 2020 Tansit’s increased GVWR.  Instead of building an all-new TRX model, Phoenix could gain a price  advantage in the fuel efficient compact motorhome segment just by moving 2350 and 2400 Sprinters to Transits.

Coachmen and Thor already have cheap Transit B + models. Considering Thor's decision not to acquire Roadtrek's Sprinter and Ram ProMaster  business from Hymer, a  Thor Transit B van seems likely in the near future , similar to the Winnebago Paseo and it’s Coachmen Crossfit clone.
Someone please make a Transit clone of Coach House's awesome Arriva van

What the limit means for Phoenix is that models 2350, 2400, and maybe 2351 could utilize the Transit.

Ron---heres the beloved 2351/52 design on the new Coach House Plat III Transit.   25'-6" long, no slide, 178 WB.  Its currently the longest Transit Class C out there.
When they weighed it....less then 700 LBS OCC.  So an extra 650 LBS GVWR will help.

The Po-poing we are hearing on the Fuse site is from the better halves side.  The ladies love driving the Fuse its really like a high powered sports car.  They were afraid on the A's and big C's  Their thinking now is are we going back to big again?

But folks, look at a Winnebago Intent if your going to spend this type of moneys.   

But folks, look at a Winnebago Intent if your going to spend this type of moneys.   



Yeah, I used to think the same...about the money.  However after spending over two years on other Transit based owners forums, it does not seem to be about the money.
 
Lifestyle changes.  Lots of folks downsizing because of age or just not needing a big coach.  New buyers looking for a lot of high tech coming on some of the new Class B and C's. 

Younger boomers having a "Vanagon" withdrawal.  Millennials wanting to drive off road to take selfies with mountain goats.  I get so confused some time.