aktundra

I really like what you did to the Dolphin! Thanks for posting! Now I need to find one!

Awesome build! Keep posting pictures!

Wow good eye. I have been counting lugs on closer pictures of other motrhomes, but I didn't notice that on the first RV. The other pictures don't show a spare tire so maybe that's why. Thanks for the advice. Maybe the auto isn't a bad thing. I had a Toyota 22R pickup which was manual. Never driven a 22RE auto. Yes I know this isn't the best time for a bargain RV. I think aiming for a $6,000 budget is reasonable. I would spend more or less depending on the condition. My plan isn't necessarily ASAP. I'm not going to buy something just to buy it, and I am not an impulsive buyer. John I liked your travel blog! Really neat. I have driven the Alcan a handful of times, but never at a leisurely pace. I found this link on determing Tire age. I planned on $2,500 maintenance buffer including tires for the trip up. The other option I was considering was the ferry up from Bellingham. I would like a fiberglass too, but can't find one within a reasonable area. Dodge Sprinter, Mercedes now you guys are really going out of my budget!

I plan on seeing these motorhomes this week. I have looked at alot of motorhomes throughout the country on craigslist. The lowest prices on motorhomes seems to be in California. What do you guys think on these prices and motorhomes? Thanks! 1986 MiniWinni, $7400 22re engine, automatic, 45K. Inside is pretty much redone with new interior, fridge, water heater. Also comes with a generator. I like this one, but I would have to negotiate price to a workable amount. I also was reading the auto with the 22RE isn't the best combination. Obviously the lower priced, 76K, new tires, new transmission (also auto), new brakes and exhaust. The pictures aren't great, but it doesn't look as well cared for. Price is $3800 but the guy wants it gone. I think $2500 tops on this one, but maybe the pictures are deceiving. The rest would depend on water damage, rust, and mechanical. 1987 18ft Seabreeze camper, 22R, auto, 80K, 4000W generator. new roof vents and roof resealed. Exterior peeling (repainted), new tires. $5,300 I think this one is also a little overpriced. The roof resealed has me thinking water leaks. Based on previous Toyota purchases, I don't like new paint jobs, since some people will paint over anything. I won't be able to look at this one this weekend, it is also 6 hours away. This one has the most mileage 136K, it is 87 Escaper with auto. They want $6,000

That's exactly what I think about rent! I know there will be a big RV learning curve. The area I am at doesn't really allow side street RV parking. I figure if anything I will be in an RV park a month until I can find a better parking spot to move to. I can't do the trailer option as I have a car. My car is a commuting car that I will sell once I head back north. Plus once I'm done with it this year, I would use the Toyhome in Alaska to base different adventures out of (avid hiker, skier, rafter, and fisherman). The only downside in Alaska is I will be the slow RV clogging up all the two lane highways I realize the Toyota is smaller on living space, but I like the mileage and how small it is for driving. The motorhomes are 6 hours away that I will be looking at this weekend. If I can find a Toyhome in the next month that works and the RV lot option works, I think I am going for it!

Currently I am in an apartment paying $800 a month. I have always loved Toyota Dolphins, Sunraders, Chinooks and had this idea I could live the next year in a mini-motorhome! Being that I have a full time job to tie me down, I would need to stay in an RV lot. I found two in my area that cost $340 a month. One is close to work, but essentially it is a gravel parking lot. The other is 20 minutes from work but along a river and nestled in trees. By moving into a motorhome, I would save $460 a month minus the associative cost of a ToyHome, maintenance, and insurance. Still after one year, I would have my own Toy Motorhome, and could do a month long road trip back home! I got insurance quotes for some motorhomes and it looks like the cost is very low (between $250-$1000 a year). I have owned several Toyotas before and can do basic maintenance. I have searched this forum and the yahoo group extensively for Toyota motorhome specifics on buying the first RV. I also found a mechanic in the area two RVs are located that I would have inspect the RV (whichever one turns out to be nicest). Are most sellers ok with having a mechanic inspect? I would be paying for the inspection. I have seen some Toyota motorhomes sell pretty quick, but I really want a thorough inspection by me and a mechanic before I put my savings into a new Toyhome. So am I crazy? I am one to think most people put off their adventures until they are older. I found three RVs I will be looking at in the next week, with a budget of $5,000. The Toyotas I am looking at are priced between $3,500 to $9,000. I really need advice from others besides my close friends and family (although my sister is all for the road trip next year!). Thanks aktundra