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New member/owner

Yahoo Message Number: 101653
Hi all. I recently bought a 2006 Country Coach Inspire 360 (#51919) and joined this group after seeing several references to it on the FMCA forum.
A little about me:

I'm 61, divorced, currently working full time but planning to retire in the not too distant future. I live in the Huntsville, AL area. I'm not extremely mechanically inclined but do enjoy figuring things out and sharing information with others.
This is my first DP though not my first Class A MH.
My coach has some issues and opportunities for improvement, so I expect to be a regular participant in technical discussions about the challenges I'm facing.
Thanks in advance for advice, information and good wishes.

John

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Yahoo Message Number: 101654
Welcome John!  This forum is the best resource we have for our CC's.  We full time in our 2004 Allure 33' with 2 slides.  We have put over 100,000 miles on "Big Blue" since 2005.  We live in Tampa FL.  Here are some of the resources we have found:

Kevin Waite (monitors this forum) for parts and assistance.
Fountain RV in Lakeland FL.
Alliance Coach in Wildwood FL

Cummins -  If you have a Cummins engine, Join the Cummins Power Club for discounts. Cummins Coach Care in  Montgomery AL, Ocala FL, Tulsa OK and Kansas City MO are some that we have used and would recommend.
Speedco - oil changes - no appointment necessary. In and out in about an hour. Reasonable price.
Satellite - Dave at Sats2Go in Houston (Willis) TX. Worth the drive to have him work on anything related to satellite!

Lonny & Diane Livingston
'04 Allure #31065

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Welcome I also have an Inspire. Here are a few things to look at, do you have a wet PTO that is a must.

If you have a Cat motor max on the oil is 5000mi because of the Heui pump and injectors. Going on 3 years I think I have most of the bugs out of mine. Floyd 2006 Inspire 51744

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Hi John, like you we are new to RVing. Just like to say this forum has been a life saver. We just arrived home from a 3 week vacation and after a disastrous beginning (blown hydraulic  line) and with the help of Lee Zaborowski and Eric from Premier  Motor Coach everything turned out great.
Darrell and Marsha
2007 Intrigue 12075


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John:

I would like to welcome you to the group & congratulate you on your new to you Country Coach Inspire. Feel free to contact me any time via my personal info. for any questions that you may have or parts that you may need for your Country Coach.

Kevin Waite (Former Country Coach Service Tech. & Owner) K&M Mobile RV Repair LLC
95430 Noraton Rd.

Junction City, OR. 97448
541-953-6162 (Cell)

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Yahoo Message Number: 101679
John,

Welcome to the Country Coach family and this forum.
I own a 2005 CC Inspire #51264 that has provided my DW & I several years of enjoyable travels.

There are a few important items that you need to be aware of.
Good tires are critical for safety. If your tires are seven years old or older you should replace them asap.
If your PTO (power take off) has not had the PTO wet kit installed I would make this a priority. Not a real difficult DIY project if you so choose.
The original aluminum radiator had a design problem that, in most cases, has resulted in leaking that can only be remedied by replacement.
After you have driven your coach some, you may want to improve the coaches handling. There is much that can be done in this area without spending a ton of money.

I have also done many interior updates and improvements that I would be happy to share with you if you would like.
Kevin Waite is a great technical resource and parts supplier when needed.
Good Luck with your new coach.
RJ
 

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Yahoo Message Number: 101682
Hi John - Another welcome, and have fun with your 'opportunities for improvement':)!

As already mentioned, a great source and a friendly board. The Yahoo Search features, or lack of, make research a PITA! But browse the files, and photos, and see the items that catch your fancy!

Have fun, be safe,

Smitty

04 Allure 31017
04 Allure Sold to a nice new owner! Now enjoying a 07 Magna Rembrandt 45' ISX600 #6775
"We're ONDROAD for THEJRNY!" (Toad and Coach license plates, say Hi if you see us!)