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Messages Subject : Slide or not to slide
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Originally Posted by [size=3
Tim, @ : 10:44:55 PM - 9/1/2006[/size]]
. . . Another area of concern in some motorhome construction is that the slide
may reduce the motorhome ability to protect the passengers in a roll over. The
fact that some much of the side of the motorhome is cut away for the slide
reducing the strength of the vehicle. I doubt that these issues will affect a Newell
coach but may be a factor in other models.
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'Tim's observations' relating to security aboard a coach with slides. Now take a look at this. . .
- Braun Racing's Tornado Encounter -
“Owners Motorhome Destroyed In Accident”
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May 7, 2003 (Mooresville, North Carolina) – Ed Susen (aka Tuna), motorcoach
driver for Braun Racing team owner - Todd Braun - was the latest victim of a
tornado in
the Midwest. With his self labeled - Tuna Tour 2003, Tuna and the
Newell motorhome
began their trek to the
Gateway International Raceway yesterday in preparation for
this weekend’s
NASCAR BGN Series event. As he approached the Illinois state line
last evening, Tuna literally
drove right into a tornado.
The force picked up the
motorhome and tossed it around before depositing it into a roadside ditch.
Tuna, who was thrown around heavily in the encounter, received only minor injuries. Being
towed behind the motorhome was a brand new enclosed trailer containing a company van,
scooter and golf cart.
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CLICK HERE for the Complete Story @: 'buschseries.net'
– This 'Article' was also covered in many other Mags.
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'By Clicking Here' you will find the Photos of this 2001, 45' 3 Slides Newell Coach
– These 'Photos are located in the newellclassic.com 'Gallery
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Roughly speaking, we're talking 55,000 pounds add the weight of the trailer plus content.
This is not your average 'Gizmo' nor a Motorhome in Disguise ! It's a NEWELL !
– If concerns and doubt are issues aboard a 'Newell Coach with Slides', well I hope that
this 'Article and Photos' will reassure You 'all. –
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Taken Seriously, Newell Coach Manufacturing Techniques reveals 'Strength and Security' –
I am convinced that the 'Premier Objective and Protocol' of Newell Coach Corporation is
'Safety for all aboard a Newell Coach' and will never compromise.
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Now . . . After 'Reading the Article' and had a 'Look at the Photos' what are your
thoughts on a Newell Coach with slides ?
and . . . How about Newell's Assembly Strength ?
For sure the folks at Newell have certainly seen different accidents and have great
stories to tell about the rigidity of a Newell Coach.
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May God Bless
& You 'all Drive Safely Now
ikcandco