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02-11-2015, 06:03 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Stromsburg, Nebraska
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Getting ready to order
As many of you know, our less than two year old Tbok was totaled this winter in an ice related accident. We are getting ready to order the replacement and I wanted to look for any advice on what others wished they had gotten or not gotten. We are doing another TBOK with;
All the normal stuff and dual pane windows, central vacuum, fireplace, four point auto leveling, 2nd AC. Leather furniture in place of the regular fabric.
What else am I missing.
Hope to get it ordered soon and pick it up in April.
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Joel and Teresa
2016 Sabre 34TBOK
2006 GMC 3500 CC LB DRW 4X4
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02-11-2015, 06:29 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Wisconsin
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Sounds very well decked out. Have you considered:
JT Strongarms?
Beauflor® Linoleum, Plank Wood Pattern w/7 Year Cold-Crack Warranty?
30″ Residential Convection Microwave? If it were available when we ordered ours I would've added this for sure.
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02-11-2015, 07:04 PM
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Senior Member
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Getting all that except the convection oven. I thought I remember reading they had problems with them, but maybe not? I'll see what it add is for that.
Thanks!!
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Joel and Teresa
2016 Sabre 34TBOK
2006 GMC 3500 CC LB DRW 4X4
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02-11-2015, 07:07 PM
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Always Learning
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Location: Four Corners, FL
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I'd opt for the Steadyfast system vs. JT StrongArms - I just like the construction better and it's less knobs to tighten.
You are missing off the TrailAire/Tri-Glide pin box.
Upgrading the tires.
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02-11-2015, 07:49 PM
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Senior Member
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Tires would be nice but they says they won't do that.... Tri-glide is part of a current package thankfully. Maybe I should ship the jt's then and add the steadyfast after I pick it up? Or maybe with the four point it wont matter
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Joel and Teresa
2016 Sabre 34TBOK
2006 GMC 3500 CC LB DRW 4X4
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02-11-2015, 07:58 PM
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We have the four point but it is still kinda jiggly so we are looking to add JT or steadfast also
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02-11-2015, 08:01 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Feb 2013
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Hope it arrives for you by April as well. I'm sure you are tired of dealing with it. Glad all are safe and glad to see you are staying in the Sabre family.
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2013 Sabre 32RCTS-6
Nights Camped 2013-(44) 2014-(59) 2015-(47)
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02-11-2015, 10:22 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Columbia, SC
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I think the microwave issues were on the Frigidaire (coming on by themselves) and recall was for production a couple of years back.
Might want check out the MCD shades. Actually two shades light/privacy or complete back out. More less permanent don’t bend fade or get dingy, easy to clean and maintenance free.
Residential fridge with inverter comes in handy.
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02-11-2015, 10:24 PM
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Always Learning
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Location: Four Corners, FL
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jtstromsburg
Tires would be nice but they says they won't do that.... Tri-glide is part of a current package thankfully. Maybe I should ship the jt's then and add the steadyfast after I pick it up? Or maybe with the four point it wont matter
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I had JT knockoffs (Ultrafab Eliminators) and switched to the Steadyfast system when I worked a deal with the Steadyfast owner. I'm happier with them than I was the UltraFab ones.
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02-11-2015, 10:54 PM
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Make sure the front cap is painted and not just a gel coat, there are many fading front cap issues and it has been a royal PITA dealing with FR to get it fixed despite the second year warranty....
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02-13-2015, 02:59 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
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We have the JT strong arms, they have worked well for us. Personally, I'm not really a big fan of our vacuum. I feel myself fighting the cord as I vacuum. I rarely use my central vac and instead wait until I get home and use my house vacuum. It is much easier on my back.
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02-13-2015, 07:27 AM
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Senior Member
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Thanks for all the comments everyone! Added a few items and waiting on my updated quote. Or amazing how many items are "standard" on my dealers build sheet vs two years ago when I bought my first one. Hoping it's all an improvement. Happy Campin
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02-13-2015, 09:16 AM
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Oklahoma Proud
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Location: central OK
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I like the frame less windows and they do have them in insulated, i also think the stainless appliances look good. Other than that i think you have it covered.
I dont know if you have any vents that are hard to reach like in the 36qbok, but if so I'd see if they could put a power vent in.
Good luck!
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02-19-2015, 05:19 PM
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Senior Member
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Just put in our order with RVW! Hoping for early April pickup.
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02-19-2015, 05:46 PM
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Mod free 5er
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Quote:
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Just put in our order with RVW! Hoping for early April pickup.
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Make sure you salvage the OC awning poles off the old one unless you're planning an early trip to NC. If you can't, let me know and I'll save you a set.
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02-19-2015, 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by OldCoot
Make sure you salvage the OC awning poles off the old one unless you're planning an early trip to NC. If you can't, let me know and I'll save you a set.
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Might consider it. Well worth the drive IMHO. Even drug under a 13k lb camper, they didn't do too bad. But they are bent up pretty bad.
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02-19-2015, 07:36 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jtstromsburg
Might consider it. Well worth the drive IMHO. Even drug under a 13k lb camper, they didn't do too bad. But they are bent up pretty bad.
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I have faith in you that you can fix them just like new.
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02-26-2015, 12:06 PM
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Nobody mentioned slide toppers, but I think I'll add them as well. Seems like most favor them and I've read of very few problems associated with them.
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2016 Sabre 34TBOK
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02-26-2015, 01:28 PM
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Retired
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Location: Calgary, AB
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jtstromsburg
Nobody mentioned slide toppers, but I think I'll add them as well. Seems like most favor them and I've read of very few problems associated with them.
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Good idea!
They're much cheaper coming from the factory than adding them later... At least that was the way it was for us.
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02-26-2015, 02:51 PM
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Always Learning
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jtstromsburg
Nobody mentioned slide toppers, but I think I'll add them as well. Seems like most favor them and I've read of very few problems associated with them.
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Originally Posted by RubyDually
Good idea!
They're much cheaper coming from the factory than adding them later... At least that was the way it was for us.
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I agree. I love that we have ours!
They are cheaper from the factory, but you may end up getting a better quality one from the dealer. The Gary commented that mine were nicer than what they installed. I got lucky as I didn't know what to ask for and my dealer installed whatever they normally had.
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