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Chapter 11: Learning To Drive A Motorhome – Part 5 – Driving A Newell – Day 2

24 Apr 2016

Here’s the understatement of the year: There’s a lot to like about Newell coaches. In fact any discerning potential purchaser will have a difficult time finding something they don’t like about a specific Newell coach. Possibly, you may not like a specific color scheme or layout, but if you’re building... Read More

Chapter 10: Newell Factory Tour And 2017 Coach Overview & Walkthrough

20 Apr 2016

As you may have read, one of my stops during my Learn to Drive adventure took place at Foretravel in Nacogdoches, Texas. While the result was positive, my initial impression was one of frustration and left me scratching my head. As stated in the story, the trip ended on a positive note... Read More

Chapter 9: Learning To Drive A Motorhome – Part 4 – Driving A Newell Coach

18 Apr 2016

The video for this Chapter follows this colorful story of my introduction to Newell Coach and my trip to Miami, OK and includes driving footage. The next chapter in my quest to learn to drive a motorhome takes me to Miami, OK to visit the Newell Coach factory to attend... Read More

Chapter 8: 2017 Foretravel IH-45 Video Review & Andy’s Factory Experience

12 Apr 2016

The video of the Foretravel IH-45 is located at the end of this story. I’ve been pondering exactly what to say about my visit to Foretravel headquarters in Nacogdoches, Texas and whether or not to go into excruciating detail of my experience. I could make it simple and say that... Read More

Chapter 7: Motorhome Surround Sound Speakers: Do They Make Sense?

09 Apr 2016

You can call this video, Andy’s Rant of the Day and today’s rant has to do with Motorhome Surround Sound. During the time I’ve been shopping for coaches, I’ve noticed that more than just a few major manufacturers have failed to see the benefits of replacing the multi-speaker surround sound... Read More

Chapter 6: Where Do You Go To Take Motorhome Driving Lessons?

09 Apr 2016

This is the wrap-up of my three days training session at Motorhomes of Texas in Nacogdoches, TX where I took part in a pilot Learn To Drive A Motorhome program. This program came to life due to my desire to learn to drive a motorhome prior to making the decision... Read More

Chapter 5: Learning To Drive A Motorhome – Part 3 – Driving Backwards!

09 Apr 2016

This is Part 3 of my series, Learning To Drive A Motor Coach. This is my final session with Keith Davis at Motorhomes of Texas and in this segment we head to a parking lot to practice driving in reverse. Yeah, it’s not easy backing up a 40′ motorhome and... Read More

Chapter 4: Learning To Drive A Motorhome – Part 2 – Driving On The Road

09 Apr 2016

This is Part 2 of a three-part series of learning to drive a motorhome. In this episode, Andy takes advice from Keith Davis of Motorhomes of Texas in Nacogdoches, Texas, and the day starts with a detailed walk-around the 2007 Foretravel Nimbus 40′ motor coach and double checks to make sure everything is... Read More

Chapter 3: Learning To Drive A Motorhome – Part 1: Motorhome 101

09 Apr 2016

It’s official, I’ve started my quest to learn to drive a motorcoach. This is Part 1 of a three part video series that highlights my experience of taking a two-day Learning To Drive A Motorhome class at Motorhomes of Texas in Nachogdoches, Texas. So, it’s no surprise that he prefers... Read More

Chapter 2: Andy Visits Prevost Converter Liberty Coach Florida

09 Apr 2016

My second stop was just a short drive from my home and that was to Prevost Converter, Liberty Coach in Port St. Lucie, Florida. While I wasn’t planning on exploring a Prevost conversion, due to the advice of my new friends at the Jupiter-Palm Beach Motorcoach Resort, they provided an... Read More

Chapter 1: Andy Visits La Mesa RV For His First Motorhome Driving Lesson

09 Apr 2016

So, you want to buy a motorhome, RV or motor coach, but you’ve never driven one before. Where do you go to get lessons to learn how to drive these monster-sized vehicles? Andy Pargh, The Gadget Guru faced this dilemma and this is Part #1 of his series about learning... Read More

The Gadget Guru Launches Motorhome Section: Shopping, Driving And More!

09 Apr 2016

Some of my Friends understand and others think I’m crazy, but I’ve always felt that having the ability to travel the USA in a large motorhome with all the comforts of home would be the ultimate in convenience and luxury. Having the ability of relocating from one scenic location to... Read More