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04-17-2017, 09:14 AM
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When we did our PDI with Major RV I thought they were very thorough. It took 2-3 hours. I believe this site has a PDI check list you can print as well.
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2016 Chevy 2500HD Duramax 4x4 High Country
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04-18-2017, 02:13 PM
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Wait for CA Rockwood factory order?
Well, I just heard from them. It went offline on the 7th and will arrive here in California on the 27th. He said its been taking about three weeks due to shortage of delivery transportation.
The dealer called their factory representative. The factory will need the VIN to track its whereabouts. The dealer got the VIN the week it was going offline.
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04-18-2017, 02:54 PM
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Bummer...
stevedfive - Thanks for the update. I guess we can kiss our beach campsite reservation in Carpenteria goodbye. Still waiting to hear if our trailer has been built...much less started on its long journey west. I almost wish our old trailer hadn't sold so quickly. 
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04-18-2017, 03:37 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by StaceyR
stevedfive - Thanks for the update. I guess we can kiss our beach campsite reservation in Carpenteria goodbye. Still waiting to hear if our trailer has been built...much less started on its long journey west. I almost wish our old trailer hadn't sold so quickly. |
It's not the same but you could rent an RV for Carpenteria.
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Originally Posted by StaceyR
I've spent a lot of time and energy dealing with Giant's Colton store without success.
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I didn't have a good experience with them either the day I visited their lot after seeing a TV commercial. While I was not ready to buy a new trailer they managed to kill any chance of being my choice if I decide to upgrade.
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Great choice for "Living within my means" and camping for one...
Formerly owned 2011 Salem Cruise Lite 20RBXL & 2011 Toyota Tundra Dbl Cab
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04-18-2017, 03:50 PM
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I spent several days at the Colton Giant RV and gave up. I drove down to Murrieta Giant RV and walked out 90 mins later with the ordered trailer.
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04-26-2017, 10:10 PM
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My trailer arrived at the dealership today!
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04-26-2017, 10:21 PM
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That's great news! You will be enjoying it pretty soon.
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Great choice for "Living within my means" and camping for one...
Formerly owned 2011 Salem Cruise Lite 20RBXL & 2011 Toyota Tundra Dbl Cab
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04-30-2017, 01:26 AM
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It's home!
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04-30-2017, 09:18 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2017
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Originally Posted by stevedfive
We ordered our Rockwood from Giant RV in Murrieta after Giant RV in Colton kept dragging their feet on a price. We ordered it Feb 4th and was just told it should arrive here on April 7th. They matched the price we were given from a dealer in Turlock.
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Congrats! She's a beauty.
How was your PDI experience at Giant RV? We soured on them after our experience in Colton and didn't consider going to their other locations in Murrieta and Montclair. Wish we had now...still no delivery date from Major RV on the 2304DS we've been promised for two months now. We don't want to start over with a custom order and there are no other '18 models in SoCal to be found. Trying to be patient but the DW and I have both just retired and a beautiful spring is going to waste. Not knowing sucks!
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05-01-2017, 12:50 AM
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Wait for CA Rockwood factory order?
PDI was only ok. We had an appointment but was rushed due to them overbooking the PDIs (7). However, it's a night and day experience when dealing with Murrieta Giant RV. They were wonderful.
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05-09-2017, 11:16 AM
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Well, we have had the trailer a week or so and are getting it ready for our first outing. I do have to say I am very disappointed in their quality control. One of the recliners was broken on the day of delivery, there chips in the wood edges, staples are sticking out of the wall about 1/2", there is a dent in the window frame that is about the size of a quarter, and the wires for the electric brakes are dangling off the rear axle and only held on by four zip ties.
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05-09-2017, 11:48 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by stevedfive
Well, we have had the trailer a week or so and are getting it ready for our first outing. I do have to say I am very disappointed in their quality control. One of the recliners was broken on the day of delivery, there chips in the wood edges, staples are sticking out of the wall about 1/2", there is a dent in the window frame that is about the size of a quarter, and the wires for the electric brakes are dangling off the rear axle and only held on by four zip ties.
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The electric brake wires dangling off the axles with only zip ties freaked me out too. However, after a year and a half, they are still there, looking just the same. (I may put on some more zip ties next time I think about it.)
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05-09-2017, 02:51 PM
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Location: Goodyear, Arizona
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Quote:
Originally Posted by stevedfive
Well, we have had the trailer a week or so and are getting it ready for our first outing. I do have to say I am very disappointed in their quality control. One of the recliners was broken on the day of delivery, there chips in the wood edges, staples are sticking out of the wall about 1/2", there is a dent in the window frame that is about the size of a quarter, and the wires for the electric brakes are dangling off the rear axle and only held on by four zip ties.
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Unfortunately, your issues are pretty normal and relatively minor. Not unusual.
All should be warranty fixes and the zip ties are pretty normal.
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Shawn-Musician/Entrepreneur/Wine Expert
and Zoe the Wonder Dog(R.I.P.) 
2016 PrimeTime TracerAIR 255, pushing a 2014 Ford F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 3.5 Ecoboost w/Max Tow Package
4pt Equal-i-zer WDH and 1828lbs of payload capacity
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05-11-2017, 12:13 PM
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Long wait is almost over!
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Originally Posted by stevedfive
Well, we have had the trailer a week or so and are getting it ready for our first outing. I do have to say I am very disappointed in their quality control.
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Sorry to hear about your issues. I hope Giant RV is treating you well and taking care of them.
We just got word our Rockwood 2304DS is finally on its way to SoCal. After this long I hope we aren't faced with any issues that can't be quickly and easily remedied. I've seen for myself how build quality can vary from unit to unit so I'm crossing my fingers I don't have to make multiple trips (90 miles one way) to get things fixed.
Fortunately I still have time to get my checklist together and prepare for the PDI.
Looking forward to lots of camping soon! 
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05-13-2017, 12:19 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Ontario, California
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Quote:
Originally Posted by StaceyR
stevedfive - Thanks for the update. I guess we can kiss our beach campsite reservation in Carpenteria goodbye. Still waiting to hear if our trailer has been built...much less started on its long journey west. I almost wish our old trailer hadn't sold so quickly. |
A lot of RV's for rent on Craigslist. Some real beaters but some nicer. Mostly, I think, people who need the help to be able to make the payment.
I guess the no or little money down and payments for ten years must get old for most folks.
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In Sunny So Cal /w
Now in 2005 Holiday Rambler Ambassador DP and The Hot Air Balloon RESTLESS
NO MORE Tricked out
2017 Sandstorm 250 T.H.
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05-13-2017, 01:15 AM
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Location: Goodyear, Arizona
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tom48
A lot of RV's for rent on Craigslist. Some real beaters but some nicer. Mostly, I think, people who need the help to be able to make the payment.
I guess the no or little money down and payments for ten years must get old for most folks.
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101 RV Rentals in Simi Valley does rentals at Carpenteria SB.
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Shawn-Musician/Entrepreneur/Wine Expert
and Zoe the Wonder Dog(R.I.P.)
2016 PrimeTime TracerAIR 255, pushing a 2014 Ford F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 3.5 Ecoboost w/Max Tow Package
4pt Equal-i-zer WDH and 1828lbs of payload capacity
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