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Old 12-01-2010, 08:50 AM   #41
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I am truly sorry things did not work out for you with your coach! Good luck with whatever coach you decide to purchase next.

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Old 12-02-2010, 08:03 PM   #42
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Had my 6400 weighed on a trip this summer. Fuel tanks were half full and had about 1/3 full water tank. Front axle: 8460 lbs Rear axle: 16340.
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Old 12-10-2010, 07:39 AM   #43
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Chuckyboy, Thanks for all your input. After reading this whole post I'm having second thoughts about picking one of these up. Had an opportunity, pick one up cheap, now I know why.
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Old 12-10-2010, 08:27 PM   #44
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I'm really sorry to hear that Chuckyboy had all the problems with his 6400. I think all the Internationals are noisy in the cab area, so that's the nature of the beast.

Just for the record, I've had my 6400 for two years now and have $11K miles on it. The only real issue I've had is with the yellow engine light coming on...when I started adding diesel fuel additive, that solved the problem. I haven't had any cracking of the fiberglass, melted fuses, slides not working, etc. that he experienced with his coach.

I'm NOT saying he didn't have those problems.....just to be clear on that point. I'm just saying that I don't agree with his statement that they are all pieces of junk, because I happen to love mine and haven't had the same experience that he has. However, if I had all those problems, I probably would be just as unhappy. My experience with the coach has been very different, that's all.
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Old 12-18-2010, 09:29 AM   #45
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spoke to a 6400 new owner ,last week at an rv show in fla. loves his new coach, but is very unhappy with the ride.told him my history with my 6400,also spoke to him about this forum to help him with some issues he was having. i told him he should of road tested it before he purchased it . he couldn't believe every screw in motorhome had to be re- tightened.oh and his coach has cracks also. so all you 6400 owners should also check your coach for cracks . what a disapointment for this new motorhome owner.............?
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Old 12-18-2010, 09:54 AM   #46
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chuckyboy,

What year is his coach and where were these cracks? I have 2011 6400 and haven't see any damage such as cracks but I have had to reinstall some trim and tighten up a few things.
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Old 12-19-2010, 04:34 PM   #47
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HEY THREE MUSKETEERS, MY SUPERNOVA IS 2008,SUSPENSION IS IDENTICAL 2009-2008. HAD MY COACH SCALED THIS WEEKEND,FULLY LOADED WITH NO PASSENGERS,(WATER, PROPANE FULL,140 GALLLONS OF FUEL,) WAS 18700 REAR ,7000 FRT. 25700 TOTAL . PUT WIFE ,KIDS CLOTHES ,ETC,FOOD ETC, AND IWOULD HAVE TO BE OUT OF MY MIND TO PULL INTO SCALES !!. AS FAR AS AIR SUSPENSION ,THEY SHOULD OF PUT IT ON AT FACTORY! . SPOKE TO ENGINEER AT INTERNATIONAL, THEY HAD NO IDEA THAT GULFSTREAM EXTENDED FRAME RAILS 8 TO 10 FT. WHEN I TOLD HIM THE LAYOUT OF COACH ,AND EVERYTHING BEHIND REAR AXLE, HE WAS SCRATCHING HIS HEAD ! I TRULY BELEIVE THE ENGINEERS AT GULSTREAM HAD THEIR HEADS UP THEIR ASS WHEN THEY DESIGNED 6400!!!!
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I found the earlier post above, he has a 2008 model.

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Old 12-19-2010, 09:22 PM   #48
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thanks for the help tex, i had a 2008 ,the gentleman i spoke to in fla. has a 2009.
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Old 12-24-2010, 07:21 AM   #49
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Hi chuckyboy. I think I need some photos of your nova for I don't know what to suggest if don't have photos posted. Sorry for my stupid request.
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Old 12-24-2010, 07:51 AM   #50
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sorry , sold it to dealer in ohio ,who shipped it off to canada ,from what i understand , there is a high demand for supernova's up there ..... how would pictures help you?
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Old 12-24-2010, 10:33 AM   #51
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And where were these cracks found?
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Old 12-24-2010, 11:56 AM   #52
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another member , i believe his name was t0951 , has 1 that is identical to one of mine ,the foward upward corner ,left side when slide is open , which he said he had repaired , but crack re appeared , the other one , right side, bedroom slide is out , above rear wheel .
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Old 12-26-2010, 02:56 PM   #53
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New owner and the first mile proved the rear suspension was less than ideal and improvements were necessary. From other postings the ACE unit is a must. We are willing to travel to get a quality job and don't want to pay greenhorns to learn.
We are in SW Pa. Suggestions appreciated.
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Old 12-26-2010, 05:56 PM   #54
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I'm located in Southern Maryland and have been talking with Crenshaw Equipment and IH of Richmond, VA. Estimates are running between $6K and $6.5K.
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Old 12-26-2010, 06:27 PM   #55
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c and d , your unit is 2011 correct ? doesn't it already come with air suspension ? if not, why would you not get informed before spending all that money on the coach ? i know you paid alot of greens for your motorhome, why spend more ? it will make it more comfortable ,but the air suspension system works better on smaller coaches,not on a 6400,there is too ,too much weight behind rear axle ! please think about it ! you being the driver will be ok, but 2 great kid ,2great dogs , and most important 1 great wife ,still won't be comfortable ,believe me i know
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Old 12-26-2010, 09:42 PM   #56
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Well.....if it already came with Air Ride I wouldn't be considering installing a system. While my unit is a 2011, it is an early model which, chassis wise, is the same as a 2009 and 2010. I feel your pain and am only considering installing the system to first reduce the wear and tear on the coach and second get any benefits to the ride. I too am reluctant to spend more green on this coach but have found that I cannot afford to trade and will unlikely see a quick sale without losing my @##@ss. Therefore I'm pretty much forced to get some use and hopefully enjoyment out of it for at least another year.
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Old 12-27-2010, 05:20 AM   #57
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c and d, thought all 2011 had air ride ,the way east coast rv advertises the supernova ,you would think so.they don't mention "early" or
'late" in their ad. again i will say the air ride works better on the smaller units , if you are only going to keep it another year ,it is not worth it! trust me, i went through it ,the 6400's are untamed beast's ,nothing will help. hate to take the wind out of your sail, just trying to help
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Old 12-27-2010, 10:13 AM   #58
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Thank you C and D. The info is greatly appreciated. Our unit is a 6373. I will call Crenshaw today. We take delivery next week and have high hopes?
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Old 12-27-2010, 10:11 PM   #59
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I think you will be pleased with the ACE air suspension system. It seems like everyone with a "smaller" chassis, ie. less than the 40' Grand Hotel has been very satisfied with the ride improvement.

Chucky did not like the ride of his 6400 even after adding the air suspension. He may be the only one with a 40' chassis that tried air so he may have a point. Those units are REAL heavy in the rear and might be TOO heavy for the air suspension to support.

I would like to hear from any other owner with a 40' model that has added air and see if they were pleased/disappointed in the results of their installation.

It sure made a HUGE difference in the ride of my 34' chassis.

Good luck and I wish you much happiness with your new SuperNova!

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Old 12-29-2010, 12:08 PM   #60
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Thank you Texas TC for the best wishes. We hope to have the system installed before the end of January and will post the results him. Happy new year to all?
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