Red or Teal? January 01, 2005, 11:57:06 pm Yahoo Message Number: 48553Hi, I 'm new to the group. I live in Burnsville, Minnesota. A few months ago I signed a contract for a new 26ft. Mid Bath. Estimated delivery is the end of March. I had a hard time deciding between the Teal and the Red exterior. I actually liked the Red better but chose the Teal because I was told it was easier to maintain since it faded less. Since then I have often wished I had chosen the Red. I could probably still change to Red for the $50 change fee.I also considered the diesel engine. I asked a couple of friends what they thought. One was in favor of it (better mileage and longer engine life), the other thought it was a waste of money. He said it would have no additional value on resale and the increased mileage would never offset the additional purchase price (only 3-4 additional mpg according to him). I expect the gas engine will get about 8-9 mpg.Any comments or suggestions on either the color choices or the diesel engine vs. gas?Thanks, Ron
Re: Red or Teal? Reply #1 – January 02, 2005, 02:03:27 am Yahoo Message Number: 48558Most folks here point out that the potential savings diesel offers is not worth it. Also, the substantial added weight of a diesel reduces the amount of stuff you can carry. Other postings here noted that some fleets are going away from diesel to the V10.Search the archives on diesel. There's a lot there.We bought a blue MB, but teal was my second choice.best, paul
Re: Red or Teal? Reply #2 – January 02, 2005, 09:36:36 am Yahoo Message Number: 48560Quote I had a hard time deciding between the Teal and the Red exterior. I actually liked the Red better but chose the Teal because I was told it was easier to maintain since it faded less. Since then I have often wished I had chosen the Red. I could probably still change to Red for the $50 change fee.> Thanks, Ron Ron...We chose red for our LD even though we'd seen only two teal LDs in the flesh.. er..aluminum. I love the uniqueness and flashiness of the red for a Class C, but now that it's sat in the sun for two + years it's begun to fade in the rear, which gets the most sun. Since our post-pickup visit to the mothership last year and after having seen lots of other LDs, we now think we'd have picked blue.Bottom line? if you have a cover for the LD while in storage, the red shouldn't fade too much. If you're going to full-time in it or not cover it, you may want to consider a color other than red.But if you really want to turn heads - join the "red" ranks :-).Dianne 02 red RB NE #2
Re: Red or Teal? Reply #3 – January 02, 2005, 12:19:40 pm Yahoo Message Number: 48567Quote Any comments or suggestions on either the color choices or the diesel engine vs. gas?Thanks,RonAnother Ron with a Red diesel? The red and diesel issues were both personal issues for us. In 2000 we ordered one of the first 26 MB diesels and it is Red. First the color. Our rig is four yrs old; stored outside in the Ohio winters and has been waxed once. There's no fading yet. One of the LD selling points is the paint job. It's aircraft quality paint and ment to stand up to the elements. As for the diesel, don't buy it because you'll save money. The initial cost is higher, fuel is now higher than unleaded and yes it does weigh more. I bought it for the reliability and additional power it provides. (I learned to love diesel engines in boats) I do get a consistent 10.5+ mpg towing a Jeep Wrangler. That's a plus. The engine never overheats. Expect to pay more for oil changes (about a 100 bucks, it takes 15 qts of oil). The generator will run off of a second propane tank. The good news is that the generator will run cleaner and plugs will not foul. The down side (but only a minor one) is that the generator will only output 3600 watts instead of the 4000 watts if using unleaded. It's never been a problem with us. We're able to operate the AC and all accessories without issue. I do have a solar panel and would probably have two if doing it over again. There is, of course, the issue of noise and the smell of the diesel exhaust. Yes a diesel is noiser when accelerating and yes it does smell like a diesel truck (surprise). Just be a good neighbor. Don't start your engine and let it idle for long periods of time to warm up (Not necessary). And when in a rest stop, shut off the engine. You'll save fuel.Enjoy your Red Diesel. We love ours.Ron in Central Ohio
Red or Teal? Reply #4 – January 02, 2005, 01:01:37 am Yahoo Message Number: 48555Without putting to fine of a point on it, Red and Diesel, based on or fleet trucks gas versus diesel ( diesel hands down ).
Re: Red or Teal? Reply #5 – January 02, 2005, 10:16:59 am Yahoo Message Number: 48562Quote "Hi, I 'm new to the group. I live in Burnsville, Minnesota. A few months ago I signed a contract for a new 26ft. Mid Bath. Estimated delivery is the end of March. I had a hard time deciding between the Teal and the Red exterior. > Thanks,Quote Ron" Ron, it's your investment; it's your pleasure; choose the color you like and don't let anyone influence you otherwise - that's why there are color choices. If you keep your LD polished/waxed on a regular basis, fading will a minor issue.Chris Horst 2002 30' Red IB Denver
Re: [Life With A Lazy Daze RV] Red or Teal? Reply #6 – January 02, 2005, 12:40:54 pm Yahoo Message Number: 48569I had a hard time deciding between the QuoteTeal and the Red exterior. I actually liked the Red better but chose the Teal because I was told it was easier to maintain since it faded less. We chose the red when we ordered our LD because it is the color we like the best. If you keep it properly waxed, I really don't think it will fade any more than the other colors.QuoteI also considered the diesel engine. You'll get lots of responses here...you might want to go to the main website for this group and check out the "searchable archives" for this subject. We like diesel engines -- we've had one in all the trucks we've had that pulled our fifth wheels; however, at $7,000+ for the diesel in the LD, we simply didn't feel that it was worth the additional price (plus, it's wasn't available in the 23.5' models, anyway). If you really WANT a diesel engine, get it. But don't get it based on some perceived increase in gas mileage -- true, it'll probably get better gas mileage than the gas engine, but how long will it take you to recoup the extra expense of the engine? And, keep in mind that in some areas of the country, diesel is more expensive than regular gas, which would make for an even longer payback. Diesel engines are supposed to last longer than gas engines, but there are many, many older LD's that are still on the road. Would you -- or your LD -- outlive a diesel engine?Linda & Earl 2004 23.5' Red TK From Quartzsite, AZ
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