Yahoo Message Number: 3606 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/3606)
Hi all and Happy Holidays,
Has anyone here used Davis cabinets in Oregon and if so, how long does it take? How about satellite systems on the roof, are there special places to install it?
Thanks, Cookie
Yahoo Message Number: 3607 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/3607)
Answer to your question depends on many things - time of year, if you have made an appointment or not, the weather, what else is going on in Junction City with them. We made an appointment three months in advance to have the rig measured on Monday, and Final Installation on Thursday and Friday. We got the entire starboard side done with the table moved out 11" and medium cherry cabinets with corian top in the back half and cherry wood top on the front half. Also had him custom build the computer cabinet (with the lift off top) and on the side the magazine and remotes holders. We were delighted with the service and the results, as has been everyone we have talked to that has had it done (four other coach owners).
The satallite system on the roof, we had the King Dome automatic one, installation took about 2 hours. There is a special place on the roof for the antenna and control wires to enter through the fibre glass top. I installed my own Ham Radio Antenna after seeing how easy it was to install the satallite tv antenna. The only hard part is hooking up the wires to the reciever and vcr. Again we have really enjoyed our automatic satallite tv antenna. We use Direct TV and have another antenna at home on the balcony of the townehouse and just take the receiver and remote off the rv and use it at home when we are there.
ron and molly '01 Intrigue #11262 san diego
Yahoo Message Number: 3609 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/3609)
I installed my own Ham Radio Antenna after seeing how easy it was to install the satallite tv antenna. The only hard part is hooking up the wires to the .....
Ron,
Could you explain further the ham radio antenna you installed? What type and how and where it was installed? I am always looking for a better mouse trap....
I am currently using an ICOM 706MKIIG with a glass mounted 2m/440 Larsen antenna on lower corner of driver's side part of windshield and a Hign Sierra HS1500 screwdriver antenna for HF mounted up high on the rear ladder vertical rail. I have the radio and an AMCOM screwdriver antenna tuner mounted inside the 'dog house' in front of the passenger seat. The IC706MKIIG control head is remotely mounted on the upper right corner of the dash panel and a Clear Speech speaker on steering wheel column.
Jim Hughes, KC4FWS
Jacksonville, FL
2000 Allure #30511
Yahoo Message Number: 3613 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/3613)
--- We ordered a cabinet that fits between the table and wall that doubles as a computer desk because of the use of clever slide out drawers (we have two couches), and a set of shelves and drawers in the opening (Intrigue) in front of the passengers seat. We ordered them while at the rally and went up over Thanksgiving to pick them up.
We do have one major issue with them and that is the QC on the finish. We had to have them respray the doors and drawers as they applied a glossy finish ane ours are matte. Additionally, some of the finish had blemishes that they re-sprayed twice.
We finally gave up and left as we were concened about weather. They promised us a new door to replace the one with the blemish, and they did not send it!
Yahoo Message Number: 3621 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/3621)
I mounted my high sierra directly above the driver seat on a motor driven home made riser. Ran the wires (coax, controler, 12v power sourse to motor) thru the box country coach installed behind the tv up in the roof. Hard to descrive and probably better to "picture " it so am attaching a .jpg file. regards
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Ron and Molly '01 Intrigue #11262 san diego
Yahoo Message Number: 3622 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/3622)
Ron
Interesting setup. What kind of actuator/motor is that used for raising the antenna? I see you have it positioned near the CB antenna. I understand there is a metal plate in that area for a ground plain. Did notice that on your rig?
Looks like you also wait until you get set up in a campground befor you raise your antenna. I leave the whip off mine and install it after I am parked and setup. Otherwise, I only have the 2M antenna hooked while mobiling down the road.
I have uploaded some photos of my installation in the photos section.
Jim Hughes, KC4FWS
Jacksonville, FL
2000 Allure #30511
Yahoo Message Number: 3634 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/3634)
motor is a 12v hydrolic piston that when actuated raises the antenna to the vericle. Yes I did find a sheet metal plate between the fibreglass and the insullation around the hold of the place where all the antenna wires are designed to go through the top.
Yahoo Message Number: 6289 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/6289)
Can anyone give me the telephone number AND a person to contact there? After seeing one of these mods while on vacation, I'd like to have my Allure dash modified with one of his cabinet setups.
Post here or email me direct at "kb8oxo@... (kb8oxo@...)".
Much appreciated!
Yahoo Message Number: 6292 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/6292)
I don't know where the original one was made, but after seeing the one on the post, I made the basic cabinet out of 3/4" oak plywood, then took one of my cabinet doors off for a pattern and had a local cabinet shop match the doors for me. Looks good! Larry
Intrigue 10762
Yahoo Message Number: 6298 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/6298)
Davis Cabinets is listed on the database on the group website. Rick is the father and Shawn is his son....you can work with either of them...Shawn is a little more easy going! Good luck....they are awesome to work with and they do wonderful work. Candace Affinity 6129
Yahoo Message Number: 6300 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/6300)
Davis Cabinets (http://www.daviscabinets.com). Email: shaun@... (shaun@...) Mike 2000 Allure 30493
Yahoo Message Number: 6301 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/6301)
I had the dash cabinet done as well as some other stuff. Great work! Gave me a lot of extra storage space. I worked with Rick--very nice guy.
Ree
Full-Timin' 2003 Allure 30852
Yahoo Message Number: 22394 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22394)
I got a bid from Davis Cabinets for change out of my front of coach cabinets, including removing the headbanger and replacing with flat screen. I've seen Davis' work and know it to be excellent. However, I always like two or three bids. Can anyone recommend other cabinet designers in Washington or Oregon?
Thanks, Jim Gregory
'98 Intrigue 10613
Yahoo Message Number: 22408 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22408)
Jim, we have had a lot of work done by Davis and are happy with his work, however. We were turned on to a new guy by another guy on the board here to another craftsman that does the same quality, if not better work. We spent some time talking to him and feel comfortable enough to have him do our "head knocker removal".
His name is Scott Adams, 26420 Coon Rd.,Monroe, Or. Monroe is right outside JC. His Phone# 541.556.0501. I suggest you call him first and go visit before you drive your coach out as his driveway takes a little pre planning.
His bid was less than half of the Davis bid for our coach.
Don
'02 Intrigue #11427
Yahoo Message Number: 22418 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22418)
I really like the work Davis cabinets have done for us, but they are expensive. And the last couple of times we've worked with them we've noticed a bit of "attitude" we didn't use to see. I actually mentioned it to Shawn but have no idea if we can expect any changes.
For me, I'm glad to have another person to contact. And I plan to do that soon.
Tom
05 Magna
Yahoo Message Number: 22426 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22426)
It is interesting you say that. We have had a LOT of work done at Davis Cabinets, and were always very pleased with the work, even if it was a bit expensive. However, our last job we had done there was an unpleasant experience. Things were done wrong, it was VERY expensive, we had to have them re-do a wine glass cabinet, and dealing with Shawn's father (Shawn was on a vacation) was an "attitude" session. I called numerous times, Shawn NEVER returned a single call (his receptionist would call back). It took MONTHS to get the situation resolved. I won't go there again.
Al Colby
2000 Intrigue 10979
Yahoo Message Number: 22434 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22434)
We had Infinity Coach in Sumner WA work on our 06 Inspire. They did some custom cabinetry and electrical work. There work is beautiful.
They can do basically anything you need. They do custom conversions on bus platforms that look like a million dollars.
I can highly recommend them.
Ray Down
06 Inspire
Yahoo Message Number: 22438 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22438)
Speaking of attitude by Davis Cabinents, I order a table, and cabinent insert. I got the cabinent insert as he used it at a show. I never got the table, good work maybe, attitude you bet.
Thank you,
Jim Spivey
Yahoo Message Number: 22450 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22450)
We have had Davis Cabinets do a great deal of work for us in the last two years. Here's the list:
1. New front cabinets with 37" Sharp Aquos HD TV (Electronics all done by John Soden of Custom Coach Electronics. We also updated to Trac Star in-motion sattelite, 20" Sharp Aquos flat screen in bedroom, completely new surround-sound system, two Direct TV sattelite receivers, Trip Tech, and Kenwood GPS system.)
2. Computer table, credenza with haning files, dining room cabinet with extendable table--all with Corian tops.
3. Wood window valances with Corian sills.
4. Raised-panel wood headboard to replace fabric.
5. Extended drawers in galley to full length of base cabinet.
6. Replaced pantry "wire baskets" with full-width sliding shelves.
7. Upper-cabinet "skins" to create "fake" bottoms for new halogen lighting.
8. Various small items including wine rack, paper towel holder,
hand-vac stand, and new heavy-duty, full-extension drawer glides on every drawer in the coach.
We believe the quality of the work is exceptional!! Everything looks as though part of the "original," only better. Shaun was great to work with.
Prices are reasonable for such quality. When is high quality ever cheap?! None of us are Country Coach owners based on price!
Donna McFadden
2000 Intrigue #11104
Yahoo Message Number: 22461 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22461)
see you in Holland and I would love to see it and you guy's! See you...........
Carl
Yahoo Message Number: 22892 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22892)
Are you still happy with Davis cabinets? Do you have a picture of the computer table?
Yahoo Message Number: 33206 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33206)
Does anyone have current information on Davis Cabinets? In 2004 we ordered a computer desk while in OR and it was delivered at the Indio rally in January 2005. In 2006 while at the Indio rally we ordered a small cabinet for the bathroom hallway with the understanding that Davis would ship it to us while we were in Utah from May to November of 2007, and that we would call them and give them a shipping address in May. We have called, e-mailed and sent letters and the only response we have is that there must be a misunderstanding. Most of our attempts to contact them have been unanswered. We don't know what to think.
Are they still in business?
2002 Allure #30700
Yahoo Message Number: 33207 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33207)
I sent an e-mail recently through their website, but it has not been answered. I figured that they were busy with the Class Reunion.
The website was down for a couple of days, then came back up all different.
So, from that, I would assume that they are still in business..
Jurhee
2005 Magna 6480
PLEASE DO NOT FORWARD THIS without removing my email address.
Yahoo Message Number: 33208 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33208)
I was in their office three weeks ago and took pictures for an article on Junction City. I also saw the receptionist at the Good Sam rally in Redmond two weeks ago. They are probably all getting ready for the FMCA rally - during rally season it's probably hard to reach them, but yes, they are still in business. Jim Twamley RV Travel.com, Contributing Editor CC #30429 2000 Allure
Yahoo Message Number: 33210 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33210)
I spoke with their receptionist on the last day of the rally. Sounded to me like all was well, Give 'em another call early in the morning when things might be a little quieter.
Harry
06 Inspire 51933
Yahoo Message Number: 33211 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33211)
He does this, takes orders and just forgets them, happened to me on a computer bench. However he does good work, what can I say.
Jim Spivey Allure 2006 31432
Yahoo Message Number: 33212 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33212)
We've had LOTS of cabinet work done by Davis, and all is well. They are not email-friendly. Just keep calling if haven't heard back.
We've been very happy with all their work and followup "tuneups" (i.e. they put a new slide on our computer pullout shelf when they switched to better slides, etc.) Have had a whole wall of cabinets put on the passenger side including computer desk/file cab. etc. and the whole headbumper front redone with new 32" Tv, etc. Also rear TV redone.
For satellite, there are two places in JC I know of...both highly recommended, although we've not used them. A new one is Sound Sensations whose work seems terrific (mostly sound systems but they seemed very knowledgeable about their satellite systems also) also Advanced Satellite (541-607-8969) has been recommended by CCers.
Scott Adams has also had very good recommendations for cabinet work and he is in the JC area. (see the Database at the side for his number and info).
Jan McNeill
2001 Intrigue 11320
Billings, MT
Yahoo Message Number: 33221 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33221)
Maybe thats why Scott at Amazing Creations is doing so much business.
Davis Cabinets gotr to the point that they were the only guy in town and it was a take it or leave it situation. No doubt they did good work but they thought they could charge whatever they wanted. Scott gives you the same or better quality of work at a more reasonable price. When you get too greedy it comes back to haunt you. Think Krispy Creme.
John and Merilee Flynn
05 Allure 31143
Yahoo Message Number: 33229 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33229)
John,
Do you have a phone number or email for Amazing Creations? I tried to Google them and couldn't find anything. Thanx.
Harry
06 Inspire 51933
Yahoo Message Number: 33238 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33238)
Harry -
Just in case you still need it, here is the info you need:
Scott Adams
Amazing Creations
26420 Coon Road
Monroe, OR 97456
541 556-0501
We were at his shop last Saturday observing an installation he was doing for a friend with a CC. I understand he is booked into October as of now. He has another young fellow, Bobby Vodden, working with him and he does the audio/video systems.
Kathy
2000 Allure #30546
Yahoo Message Number: 33239 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33239)
Hi All,
I am a member of the Newmar Yahoo group and this was just posted by someone out there. I copied the whole posting for all to read. Don't know if it's true but thought it might be worth checking out if you did an LLC.
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Just received this from our state NKK directors. Thought all should know about this.
""The purpose of this e-mail is for you to inform any coach owners that
you know might have Montana plates about the ongoing investigation in
AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, NE, NV, NJ, NC OH, SD, TX, UT, WA, WI, and WY. If they are IL residents and would like more information, have them call Jason Poling, ROT Discovery, IL Dept. of Revenue (217-785-7038).
Julie and I were contacted by the IL Department of Revenue at the Region 4 Rally that was held at Double J Campground near Springfield. The Dept. of Revenue and IRS agents came to the Park to
see if any coaches had Montana plates. They found some and wanted us
to provide them with the IL NKK membership list. We refused the request, but they will seek the information from the Klub and possibility from us after the Klub and/or us are served with appropriate legal papers.
State Department of revenue agents in 26 states plus Montana have been working together to determine individuals who have registered their coaches in Montana and own property and/or pay income tax in IL
or one of the other 25 states. Many owners of coaches in the 26 states have enter into contract with Limited Liability Company in Montana to avoid paying sales tax on their coach. Since they own property and/or pay income tax in IL or one of the other 25 states they most likely will receive letters in indicating they are in violation of their state revenue laws. In IL they will receive a letter in two or more weeks indicating they will be audited.
Some, but not all states, will allow owners of coaches that are deemed in violation to submit an voluntary disclosure before the letters are sent. IL is one of the states that wants owners to have the opportunity to submit a BOA-2, Application for Voluntary Disclosure with a check paying the sales tax on the coach during the
next two weeks. If the form is received in time, the owner will not be audited and could be eligible for an abatement of some or all of the related penalties on the tax, which run from 15-22%.
We have talked with Jason Poling at the IL Department of Revenue.
He
is a very professional person who is willing to provide information about the violation and provide assistance in completing the BOA-2 form. He will send the form by e-mail to anyone who wants it. He will not record any telephone conservations and people call do not have to provide their name if they so desire.""
Greg Beels, IL
Good Luck,
Kathy
'06 CC Inspire #51782
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Yahoo Message Number: 33240 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33240)
Hi All,
Sorry I resent the email since I forgot to change the subject line. I am a member of the Newmar Yahoo group and this was just posted by someone out there. I copied the whole posting for all to read. Don't know if it's true but thought it might be worth checking out if you did an LLC.
Yahoo Message Number: 33242 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33242)
Thanx, Kathy. We would plan on having the work done around the time of next year's CC Reunion. I have an 06 Inspire with two coaches and we want to replace the D/S couch with a computer desk and lounger. We have heard that Davis does good work also, so I'm not sure who we'll try to go with. May depend on their availabilty and prices.
Harry
06 Inspire 51933
Yahoo Message Number: 33245 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33245)
I've always wondered why states were allowing this source of revenue to slip through their fingers since it is pretty straight forward that it is a tax avoidance scam.
Ray
2000 Intrigue 11040
Yahoo Message Number: 33247 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33247)
I'd almost believe that 26 states could get together on something IF this list didn't include the "other" most popular states for absentee vehicle registration - SD, TX, and FL! There is no way these states are going to spend money on something that will substantially reduce their revenue stream. Something isn't quite right with this information - I suspect it's a complete fraud originally posted by someone who is jealous of people who understand what a tax loophole is and make their own decision to take advantage of it. (BTW, I do not have a MT corp, my vehicles are registered in FL, but I do have a business incorporated in DE because of advantageous tax laws.)
Dave
Yahoo Message Number: 33250 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33250)
Scott Adams, Amazing Creations, 541.556.0501
Jim Gregory
10613
Yahoo Message Number: 33271 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33271)
First of all this is tax smart, not tax evasion. Every American has the right to reduce their tax burden via legal means. I don't practice law though I do have a law degree. If I remember correctly from my law school days (from the course "Conflicts of Laws")I am quite certain that if the states in question would move on this it would be challenged in federal court because it involves the Full Faith and Credit clause of the Constitution. Each state has the right to establish its own laws regarding corporations and therefore because of the Full Faith and Credit clause of the constitution the other states are required to recognize the sister state's laws and abide by them. Thousands of companies incorporate in Delaware precisely because of their tax benefits and the courts have upheld this right over and over again throughout jurisprudence history. I don't have a Montana corporation for the purpose of purchasing; operating and maintaining RV's but, if Montana allows this through their laws then the other states are simply out of luck unless they can overcome some huge obstacles (legal precedence) in the Federal Court system. Consult your attorney before you take any action on this. Also, don't lose any sleep over it, the wheels of the legal system move very slowly on issues like state's rights. Any practicing lawyers want to chime in on this - please do. Jim Twamley, Contributing Editor, RV Travel.com CC# 30429 Notice: Again, I am not a practicing attorney, therefore the above statement is only my personal opinion. Please consult a licenced attorney when making decisions on this issue.
Yahoo Message Number: 33273 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33273)
Just had shelves installed in the bays, drawers installed in the kitchen, and a new cabinet installed on my end table in the bed room and a stool made for the co-pilot MONDAY. Shawn had 8 coaches on the property that day and the place was all a buzz.
TWI 2004 Intrigue 11731
Yahoo Message Number: 33316 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33316)
Ray,
Moral compasses aren't totally outdated quite yet. I don't see this as any more of a "morals" or "ethics" issue than I do in trying to decide whether to file the 1040EZ form or the itemized long form when I pay my taxes. It's a 'no-brainer'. Why pay a tax when there is LEGAL provision made for NOT paying the tax? Yeah, it may take a little more effort to file the long form or to form an LLC to avoid paying taxes that you COULD pay if you choose to do so, but I've never been 'moneyed' enough to hand the gov't tax dollars they're not legally entitled to. They made the rules.........I'll play by 'em!
Dave Trotter
'01 Intrigue #11215
Yahoo Message Number: 33318 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/33318)
List... Gordo here.
Oh no... Not this thread again-!!
In my world... You pay the taxes you use and garage the MoHo in. Plain and rather simple. If you live, lets say in California (like I do). You should be paying the sales and registration fees for this State.
Call LLC's whatever you want (it's a mind set). But the bottom line is you'll get caught sooner then later playing this game in California (and others) nowadays.
To be down right honest with those who think it's their right driving and garaging their LLC units in California... I have this to say: MOVE to the State you have your LLC in, but please come visit us in California and spend your cash (for everything else there is always your Master Card). We need the tax base to pay for loopholes like LLC's on big dollar vehicles-!! Gordo
99 Allure 30344
Yahoo Message Number: 34393 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34393)
Just a quick note to let all know that we finally got in touch with Davis. They had misplaced the order. They have now completed the order, and all is well.
Rodger & Jackie Sturgeon
2002 Allure #30700