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[bigben]

tamdle - here are some inputs.

1. Engine is noisy when running slamming down into 3rd gear. So a couple of things. First, take the doghouse cover off and add some insulation. We did this and reduced the noise level significantly. We bought the insulation from JC Whitney about $25 along with the spray glue for about another $15. Second, learn where the sweet spot is so the coach doesn't slam down. Ours is about 67 mph. Almost no down shifts, so no rise in noise.

2. Rough ride. This is a very subjective statement. We had a Georgetown 351 with 19.5' wheels. Better ride on the 22.5' wheels and the 252' wheel base. Given these two factors and the fact that most "gassers" are built on the F53 chassis, I'd say the ride is better than most "gassers".

3. We've have the standard trac vs 3Trak. Yep we had the built in noise from the slide but it was fixed and no rattle now.

When you look features that you get dollar for dollar coupled with the great service we've experienced - terrific buy (IMO).

Would we buy the Challenger again - yep and we've got 12k + miles on ours since April. Lots of first year issues - but getting them fairly well ironed out.