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Seajet
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The width of motorhomes is pretty much dictated by the chassis. Bus conversions, such as ours, start out as an empty shell delivered by the
manufacturer. I could imagine a narrow RV would be top heavy and not very stable.
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willyAirstream
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Airstream tried a 7 ftwide vs 8 ft wide for a few years, but it wasn`t popular.
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Alm
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Seajet
My bus is all-electric and I do need a minimum of 30A. |
Somehow I missed this. If "all-electric" means electric-only fridge and stove, I would not take this bus to Baja. All other loads are manageable on
less than 30A if you are reasonable and don't run all the devices at once. A/C you won't need in February, and in March will need it very little.
Well, we are going in circles, it seems that everybody agrees that taking this rig there is not a good idea.
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Maron
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Not sure how far you will be driving your bus to Calif. If your tour leaves from TJ, there is a great RV Park in Chula Vista. It is on a marina and
has two waterfront restaurants within easy walking distance. An added benefit is a secure RV storage lot a couple of miles away ("My Toy Storage").
We have used it once before and were very satisfied.
Peace
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Seajet
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Maron, thanks for the tip, appreciated!
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desertcpl
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seajet
if your thinking about buying a Baja rig
you might consider buying one here in Yuma on your way to San Diego
Yuma is a very big snow bird destination, a lot of good buys on used RVs
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wilderone
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You're paying $4000 for this trip? Dude - you can do this trip yourself, add 3 times as many sites and destinations, not be surrounded by RVs with
generators, and get to the heart of the people and place that is Baja California - for a fraction of the cost.
Rilly. You don't need a wagonmaster - you need a Baja Adventure book and a couple maps. Just ask your questions here. We'll set up your trip. Use
their itinerary - we'll fill in the other "must sees" and you're trip will be epic.
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HCR
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When you get back to the USA and pull onto an Interstate, you'll be more blissful than you can imagine. Just saying that after three months pulling a
25 ft. trailer from border to Cabo and back...that's how I felt.
And, strangely, I want to go back this winter.
Use it up, wear it out, make do, or do without.
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by wilderone
You're paying $4000 for this trip? Dude - you can do this trip yourself, add 3 times as many sites and destinations, not be surrounded by RVs with
generators, and get to the heart of the people and place that is Baja California - for a fraction of the cost.
Rilly. You don't need a wagonmaster - you need a Baja Adventure book and a couple maps. Just ask your questions here. We'll set up your trip. Use
their itinerary - we'll fill in the other "must sees" and you're trip will be epic. |
I seriously agree with Wilderone on this! You will see so much more, hear the sound of silence, and get that 'Baja Feeling' we all here crave and what
keeps us going back south! An SUV or 4WD truck, a couple of cots for nights without a motel on remote beaches or palm lined canyons or in the shadow
of a 300 year old Spanish missions... now there's a Baja experience!
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rts551
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
| Quote: | Originally posted by wilderone
You're paying $4000 for this trip? Dude - you can do this trip yourself, add 3 times as many sites and destinations, not be surrounded by RVs with
generators, and get to the heart of the people and place that is Baja California - for a fraction of the cost.
Rilly. You don't need a wagonmaster - you need a Baja Adventure book and a couple maps. Just ask your questions here. We'll set up your trip. Use
their itinerary - we'll fill in the other "must sees" and you're trip will be epic. |
I seriously agree with Wilderone on this! You will see so much more, hear the sound of silence, and get that 'Baja Feeling' we all here crave and what
keeps us going back south! An SUV or 4WD truck, a couple of cots for nights without a motel on remote beaches or palm lined canyons or in the shadow
of a 300 year old Spanish missions... now there's a Baja experience! |
Just how many rv's have you taken down? OP wants some comforts that usually come in a motor home.
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rts551
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Seajet...listen to those with RV experience.
David. Quit whining...I haven't been commenting on all your posts. I don't have enough time for that since there is a life outside of the
internet.
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by rts551
Seajet...listen to those with RV experience.
David. Quit whining...I haven't been commenting on all your posts. I don't have enough time for that since there is a life outside of the
internet. |
Oh I wish how that was true... LOL
Seajet, have a great time, but like Cindi (Wilderone) said, you don't need all that to be comfortable and safe. It is just that driving such a big rig
on a skinny, elevated highway without pullouts or shoulders will be VERY STRESSFUL!
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rts551
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
| Quote: | Originally posted by rts551
Seajet...listen to those with RV experience.
David. Quit whining...I haven't been commenting on all your posts. I don't have enough time for that since there is a life outside of the
internet. |
Oh I wish how that was true... LOL
Seajet, have a great time, but like Cindi (Wilderone) said, you don't need all that to be comfortable and safe. It is just that driving such a big rig
on a skinny, elevated highway without pullouts or shoulders will be VERY STRESSFUL! |
I wouldn't call everyone a "dude" and some people would rather have those comforts. Seajet have a nice, and safe, trip....there are a lot of RV'rs
on this forum who can give you god advise. Just sort out those who have experience from those that don't.
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captkw
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wilderone is right on !!
I have met many,many convoy groups over the years and have always felt So sorry for them !!! what a shame !! missing the whole enchalida..and thats
coming a rv'r!! to Alaska and back several times,,countless rv and boats to cabo and back and rv & boat to panama and back..so when I say keep it
simple and on the smaller side..I Do talk with years of rving.and almost all Baja parks (used loosey) have bad eletrical. unless that changed last
week your will find 30A service burning up a lot of units in your rig....K&T
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rts551
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Right on Dude. I'll start a new thread so as not to destroy this one
| Quote: | Originally posted by captkw
I have met many,many convoy groups over the years and have always felt So sorry for them !!! what a shame !! missing the whole enchalida..and thats
coming a rv'r!! to Alaska and back several times,,countless rv and boats to cabo and back and rv & boat to panama and back..so when I say keep it
simple and on the smaller side..I Do talk with years of rving.and almost all Baja parks (used loosey) have bad eletrical. unless that changed last
week your will find 30A service burning up a lot of units in your rig....K&T |
[Edited on 8-20-2014 by rts551]
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805gregg
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Skip the tour, a waste of your money, just get the Traveler's guide to Mexican Camping by Mike and Terri Church, it will tell you everything you need
to know, maybe find another RV to travel with and all's good
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rts551
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
| Quote: | Originally posted by rts551
| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
| Quote: | Originally posted by rts551
Seajet...listen to those with RV experience.
David. Quit whining...I haven't been commenting on all your posts. I don't have enough time for that since there is a life outside of the
internet. |
Oh I wish how that was true... LOL
Seajet, have a great time, but like Cindi (Wilderone) said, you don't need all that to be comfortable and safe. It is just that driving such a big rig
on a skinny, elevated highway without pullouts or shoulders will be VERY STRESSFUL! |
I wouldn't call everyone a "dude" and some people would rather have those comforts. Seajet have a nice, and safe, trip....there are a lot of RV'rs
on this forum who can give you god advise. Just sort out those who have experience from those that don't. |
Where did I call ANYONE a "dude"???? Just stop quoting me if you can't even read what I type. Thank you. |
Quit whining.
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rts551
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
| Quote: | Originally posted by captkw
I have met many,many convoy groups over the years and have always felt So sorry for them !!! what a shame !! missing the whole enchalida..and thats
coming a rv'r!! to Alaska and back several times,,countless rv and boats to cabo and back and rv & boat to panama and back..so when I say keep it
simple and on the smaller side..I Do talk with years of rving.and almost all Baja parks (used loosey) have bad eletrical. unless that changed last
week your will find 30A service burning up a lot of units in your rig....K&T |
What is funny in this thread is that (like me) you agree with Wilderone's idea. What is bizarre is that Ralph agrees with your post agrreing with
wilderone but opposes mine that did the same! Aye carumba!
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The comment "Right on dude..." was made facetiously. Sorry it was over your head.
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David K
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LOL... that's okay Ralph... listen, we need to stop this stuff as it doesn't entertain the Nomads that much. I will be in Tucson this weekend for my
granddaughter's 4th birthday. Maybe see you around and let's have a beer?
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rocmoc
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Seajet, go on Youtube and search "Baja RV" & another one of "Baja Driving". Watch the videos, then enjoy your trip!
rocmoc n AZ/Mexico
rocmoc n AZ/Mexico
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