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Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 06-08-2018, 04:43 AM
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Posted By Smith101
Well, the no experience people seem to have at...

Well, the no experience people seem to have at least achieved some reliability though efficiency issues remain. For me, I just want to keep the dog cool for an hour or so, not overnite AC. Even...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 06-08-2018, 04:33 AM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
Here in CA there are plenty of loaded Axions you...

Here in CA there are plenty of loaded Axions you can buy for $67k. One dealer is only asking $65. I imagine you’ll find the same back east.
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 06-07-2018, 10:23 PM
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Posted By Smith101
If you're not in a hurry, you might do better to...

If you're not in a hurry, you might do better to wait for the Hershey show Sep. 12-16. There will be Hymer people there to sweeten deals. I bought mine at the Pomona show. The msrp was $73k and I...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 06-07-2018, 03:32 PM
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Posted By Smith101
The pricing they show looks exactly like my msrp...

The pricing they show looks exactly like my msrp sheet, so I can assure you there are no lithium’s. However, be aware that the non lithium models have the same control panel with “lithium” labeled...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 06-07-2018, 06:57 AM
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Posted By Smith101
There is a non-lithium Axion for sale at Alpin...

There is a non-lithium Axion for sale at Alpin Haus in Amsterdam NY

https://www.rvt.com/Hymer-Erwin-Hymer-Group-Carado-Axion-2017-Amsterdam-NY-ID8045640-UX261820

They probably paid about $55k...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 06-07-2018, 06:42 AM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
When I bought my Axion in Oct., it was one of two...

When I bought my Axion in Oct., it was one of two at Mike Thompson that were the AGM only models which also did not have the TV. I had my lithiums and GU added.

La Mesa website shows they have...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 06-06-2018, 03:05 AM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
Just call Hymer. They track all unsold units.

Just call Hymer. They track all unsold units.
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 05-12-2018, 05:39 AM
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Posted By Smith101
I'm basing this on what I was told by Lars Dudek,...

I'm basing this on what I was told by Lars Dudek, a Hymer employee, at the 2017 Pomona show. That's how the factory wires it when you have lithiums. And yes, I realize these are Roadtrek specific...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 05-11-2018, 08:58 PM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
The choice between lithium and AGM is about a lot...

The choice between lithium and AGM is about a lot more than just capacity. The lithium setup has some real disadvantages. To provide any power, AC or DC, the lithiums have to be turned on which...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 04-29-2018, 12:54 AM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
I haven’t weighed mine but it’s advertised at...

I haven’t weighed mine but it’s advertised at under 7000 lb. it’s hard to imagine how you could get even 1000lb load even with 400lb of adults, full fluids, etc. there just is not space for it. The...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 04-29-2018, 12:38 AM
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Posted By Smith101
The Yeti sounds good in theory but may be too big...

The Yeti sounds good in theory but may be too big to fit inside. And also figure out how you’re going to charge it because it will only accept 250-300 watt max charge. All Axions come with a 2000...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 04-16-2018, 05:47 PM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
Alde 3020

This week I camped at 2800 ft along the Kern River. The Alde 3010 worked as advertised. Plenty of heat and hot water providing quiet comfort all night. Alternate solutions may have advantages but in...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 04-07-2018, 03:39 PM
Replies: 554
Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
Check honesty as well as quality

I’ve now had my Axion (lith 400) a couple of months. I saw nowhere in the specs that the Alde 3010 would not provide heat and hot water above 3300ft. Altitude. So when I camped at 4000ft I had...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 11-01-2017, 04:10 PM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
Maybe you should check out the Revel. AGMsx3 and...

Maybe you should check out the Revel. AGMsx3 and “dual charging” , whatever that is. AGMs can’t really be charged fast enough to justify the separate GU. Beaucoup storage and propane free! ...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 11-01-2017, 04:52 AM
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Posted By Smith101
Responses to Mumkin & Dougbaty It seems like...

Responses to Mumkin & Dougbaty

It seems like you two are actual prospects for a purchase, so let me give you my best suggestions.

Consider the Axions that are out there now and there are lots...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 10-27-2017, 05:24 PM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
I'll be getting mine somewhere around Nov. 10,...

I'll be getting mine somewhere around Nov. 10, hopefully.

I bought the basic model and am waiting for parts to arrive for the lithium 400 and GU upgrades which will be installed before delivery.
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 10-17-2017, 02:18 AM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
All you get is an “inflation kit”. The holding...

All you get is an “inflation kit”. The holding tank consumes the former spare area. There’s an option for the rear carrier. For the first 2 years (if you buy new) you get roadside service included. ...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 10-15-2017, 05:58 AM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
Smile More Axion details from Pomona I went back...

More Axion details from Pomona

I went back to the show today and again found Lars (last name Dudek, a Hymer rep for the northwest region) with more questions.

First, I had assumed the lithium...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 10-13-2017, 11:09 PM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
No I didn't ask. But the solar would have to...

No I didn't ask. But the solar would have to come off. So I'm not sure how complicated that would be. On the inside there's plenty of ceiling space. In the show atmosphere I felt like the Mike...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 10-13-2017, 09:33 PM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
Thanks, yes I oversimplified it. The Axions are...

Thanks, yes I oversimplified it. The Axions are 2017s and Lars said they were working to reduce BMS consumption. We were talking about the 2017 and there may have been a change already on the 2018....
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 10-13-2017, 04:48 PM
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Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
Yesterday I went to the Pomona show to check out...

Yesterday I went to the Pomona show to check out the Axion specifically. There were some very knowledgable factory people there including one named Lars who spoke with a German accent. Lars was...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 10-06-2017, 04:45 AM
Replies: 554
Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
A factory chatperson on the Caradorv.com website...

A factory chatperson on the Caradorv.com website told me the
Axion did have "blown-in" insulation.
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 07-14-2017, 03:42 AM
Replies: 554
Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
new Axion arrivals

Mumkin, look forward to your report. Ask about ventilation. Is there a gravity dump as well? A couple more have shown up here in California and they all seem to have similar equipment: solar,...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 07-01-2017, 05:12 PM
Replies: 554
Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
combo holding tank considerations

If you stay every nite in a $75/day campground a combo tank is fine.

This tiny van is not a family RV.

My guess is that this small a van is going to be used a lot as a 2-person road van, where...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 07-01-2017, 04:45 PM
Replies: 554
Views: 178,202
Posted By Smith101
SeeGrins link

You're right the SeeGrins website is awful. Their first Axion just rolled off the truck on Wednesday, so they probably won't update for a while.

SeeGrins Roadtrek specialist is Bob Walden: 408...
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