We just wanted to say "Hi" from S. California. We are new members as of today and new owners of a 2007 36" Crescendo FRED. We've been reading the comments on this sight and find it VERY informative.
As of this e-mail, we are very excited about our GS, especially the layout, which is one of the primary reasons for choosing it. Lots of kitchen counter space and love the sitting room in the bedroom. We did replace the dinette with a table and 4 chairs which has given us much more flexibility and room.
So far, we have had little, if any problems other than a few loose screws from our longest trip down Route 66 from LA to Chicago. We now have a very good idea of which states have good roads and which do not
We have kept track of our diesel mileage for our first two trips. Without towing, we got between 10 - 11.6 MPG. With towing we got about 9 - 9.6 MPG. (we tow a Jeep Liberty). We are very pleased with the Front End Diesel. Although it is the smaller engine (300 cummins) it handles inclines and towing with ease.
Well, best get this posted before we write a book! We look forward to reading comments, helps, problems and solutions from all of you.
Gary & Lynn