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runz

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Posted: 08/19/08 06:44pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

Hi there, I just purchased a 1996 western dreamer rv 34 foot . It did not come with any manuals, I am hoping that someone out there might have these any help would be greatly appreciated

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My advice would be to use the same due diligence you would use to purchase any used rig and forget about the manufacture being still around or not. The folks that will repair them will probably only order a front or rear fiberglass cap from the manufacture and anything else will be repaired by "off the shelf items" anyway.

Buying a new rig provides no guarantees that the manufacture will still be in business to honour any warranties in todays struggling economy. Jump in and enjoy!


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My research showed that Alpenlite is one of the best units you can buy. A well cared for 1999 model for the right price would be a steal.

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davonelson wrote:

My research showed that Alpenlite is one of the best units you can buy. A well cared for 1999 model for the right price would be a steal.


Yep, as above - know several (very happy) owners.
Supposedly, the older Alpenlites were better mfg than the
more recent ones.
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