For the price people want for a 2008 FRED, I can get a 2005 Pusher. I have to admit I am anxious about the air brakes and all the systems like power steering which I assume works quite differently than a FRED.
Are my fears founded?? If I buy a 2005 that was well maintained can I expect to get good life out of it without middle of the country breakdowns???? Will all the rubber pieces (Air Suspension) need replaced quickly? These are the reasons I was leaning toward a FRED but boy they sure do want top dollar for those things and their GVWR seems to stop at 26K. Can I expect several years out of a pusher with say 50K on it before needing hoses and brake lines. I guess it is a new challenge and one I don't understand. Hate to get into something that isn't a blessing!
Any comments from owner of either would be greatly appreciated!
There is also the PIA of having to get a class B license in Pennsylvania which means I have to get it back to my house (I guess by magic) and then find someone with a license to take me to the DMV. When I stopped in the DMV even the lady said you really "should" have someone with a license with you if you just have a permit. Fine for locals but I may buy this a thousand miles away.
I appreciate the advice of the forum!
Are my fears founded?? If I buy a 2005 that was well maintained can I expect to get good life out of it without middle of the country breakdowns???? Will all the rubber pieces (Air Suspension) need replaced quickly? These are the reasons I was leaning toward a FRED but boy they sure do want top dollar for those things and their GVWR seems to stop at 26K. Can I expect several years out of a pusher with say 50K on it before needing hoses and brake lines. I guess it is a new challenge and one I don't understand. Hate to get into something that isn't a blessing!
Any comments from owner of either would be greatly appreciated!
There is also the PIA of having to get a class B license in Pennsylvania which means I have to get it back to my house (I guess by magic) and then find someone with a license to take me to the DMV. When I stopped in the DMV even the lady said you really "should" have someone with a license with you if you just have a permit. Fine for locals but I may buy this a thousand miles away.
I appreciate the advice of the forum!