Screen Door Poll

Billy
Thanks for mentioning the screen door pole. As you know I have been talking
to Alex Birch about taking on the business. I would like to know what
everyone thinks and how much demand for the product is still there. It will
help greatly in final negociations. It may ultimately decide the fate of
the Albea screen door business. Please go to the poll and fill it out.
http://www.gmcmart.com/surveys.htm

Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY

- -----Original Message-----
From: Billy Massey
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2000 7:14 PM
Subject: GMC: Screen Door Poll

>Hi Netters
>
>Mike Finnicum has set up a poll to see how many of us have screen doors on
>our GMC's. For those of us lucky enough to have them, there's a few
>question as to what we think about them.
>
>Let's tell who ever cares what we think about this subject at:
>http://www.gmcmart.com/surveys.htm
>
>bdub
>
 
Dan,

The Screen Door Poll is at:
http://www.GMCmart.com/poll5.htm

So far:
Only 26% have screen doors
But 76% think they are a good idea.

So Dan ... so far looks like there may still
be a market at a price around $300 or so.

Good Luck on your venture...

Mike

> In a message dated 6/20/2000 9:04:27 PM Central
> Daylight Time,

>
> everyone thinks and how much demand for the product
> is still there. It will
> help greatly in final negociations. It may
> ultimately decide the fate of
> the Albea screen door business. >>
>
> I think most folks need to know a price range before
> committing on a product.
>
> Lanier Foote
> F37894
> ''73 GMC Excalibur (JimiSue)
> '29 Mercedes SSK Roadster (Maybelline)
> '94 Geo Tracker (BN TOAD)
> Jackson, MS
>
> "The fruit falls not far from
> the tree. .........................
> unless, of course, the tree
> stands atop the hill."

=====
Mike
The GMCmart
The GMC Parts Reference Guide
Web: http://www.GMCmart.com
Email: mike

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Lanier
You are exactly right. I have posted information on this in the past and
these are my thoughts......
2 years ago when Alex Birch's health prevented him from continuing
the business the Alex Birch screen door sold for $280 plus shipping &
installation. I do not have all the information that I need to be able to
put an exact price on this, however, preliminary studies show that pricing
should not raise much. If I can not produce it and sell it for under $325
(hopefully less than $300) then it would not be done by me.... You will
notice in the poll that there is a question regarding the price that you
might consider IF you were to buy a door at all. Hope this helps.
Your input is appreciated!!!

Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY

From: HLBF
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2000 5:12 AM
Subject: Re: GMC: Screen Door Poll

>In a message dated 6/20/2000 9:04:27 PM Central Daylight Time,

>
> everyone thinks and how much demand for the product is still there. It
will
> help greatly in final negociations. It may ultimately decide the fate of
> the Albea screen door business. >>
>
>I think most folks need to know a price range before committing on a
product.
>
>Lanier Foote
>F37894
>''73 GMC Excalibur (JimiSue)
>'29 Mercedes SSK Roadster (Maybelline)
>'94 Geo Tracker (BN TOAD)
>Jackson, MS
>
>"The fruit falls not far from
>the tree. .........................
>unless, of course, the tree
>stands atop the hill."
 
Mike
Looks great
Thanks for the screen door poll and the correct url.
http://www.GMCmart.com/poll5.htm

.....................................Your input is not only desired but it
counts!!!.....................................

Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY

From: gmcfl
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2000 7:00 AM
Subject: Re: GMC: Screen Door Poll

>Dan,
>
>The Screen Door Poll is at:
>http://www.GMCmart.com/poll5.htm
>
>So far:
>Only 26% have screen doors
>But 76% think they are a good idea.
>
>So Dan ... so far looks like there may still
>be a market at a price around $300 or so.
>
>Good Luck on your venture...
>
>Mike
>

>> In a message dated 6/20/2000 9:04:27 PM Central
>> Daylight Time,

>>
>> > everyone thinks and how much demand for the product
>> is still there. It will
>> help greatly in final negociations. It may
>> ultimately decide the fate of
>> the Albea screen door business. >>
>>
>> I think most folks need to know a price range before
>> committing on a product.
>>
>> Lanier Foote
>> F37894
>> ''73 GMC Excalibur (JimiSue)
>> '29 Mercedes SSK Roadster (Maybelline)
>> '94 Geo Tracker (BN TOAD)
>> Jackson, MS
>>
>> "The fruit falls not far from
>> the tree. .........................
>> unless, of course, the tree
>> stands atop the hill."
>
>
>=====
>Mike
>The GMCmart
>The GMC Parts Reference Guide
>Web: http://www.GMCmart.com
>Email: mike
>
>__________________________________________________
>Do You Yahoo!?
>Send instant messages with Yahoo! Messenger.
>http://im.yahoo.com/
 
Justin

The site for the poll must have been temporarily down. I just tried it and
it came up O.K. As far as high shipping costs ... Alex Birch shipped
everything next day air... He said it was the cheapest way.
Thanks for your comments

Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY

If your rid'n ahead of the herd, take a look back every now and then to
see if they are still there!! ( Wil Rogers)

- -----Original Message-----
From: GMC77PB
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2000 11:12 AM
Subject: Re: GMC: Screen Door Poll

>In a message dated 06/21/2000 9:36:42 AM Central Daylight Time,

>
> Thanks for the screen door poll and the correct url.
> http://www.GMCmart.com/poll5.htm
> >>
>I've tried this url and the other one too and can't get through. I have a
>screen door that Alex installed on my coach several years ago. It is the
>second, or later model which has 3 sliding panels. Much better than the one
>with two sliding panels. I don't recall the cost, but I do recall that
>freight on it was over $60 way back then.It was shipped to me and Alex
>installed it at the next rally. Be sure to check shipping costs and see if
>there isn't a reasonable way to ship. Also someone mentioned recently that
>they didn't have a catch/latch to hold the door open. Alex installed one on
>my coach at the time he put the door on. If you make the doors the latch
>should be included. Wouldn't be without the screen door or the Swing-Away
>electric step.
>Justin
 
GMCers
The response to the screen door poll has been great. So far 73 GMCers have
responded. Does anyone have any suggestions for making a better screen
door. A different color has been suggested. What color do you prefer?
How about colors to match the new refrigerators form Norcold or Dometic?
If you have not been to GMC mart to cast your vote here is the address:
www.gmcmart.com/surveys.htm .
Thanks
Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY

"Good judgement comes from experience and alot of that comes from bad
judgement!!" (Will Rogers)
 
Justin

When Alex Birch could not continue the screen door business anymore he was
offering the door in one color which was a creamy beige.
Daniel Jacquot
Seridan WY

"If you find yourself in a hole ....... stop digging!" (Will Rogers)

- -----Original Message-----
From: GMC77PB
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Friday, June 23, 2000 7:53 AM
Subject: Re: GMC: screen door Poll

>In a message dated 06/23/2000 8:29:50 AM Central Daylight Time,

>
>>
>Unless my memory is playing tricks on me (and it often does) seems like
Alex
>offered the door in a choice of colors. At least two colors. You might
>check with him.
>Justin
 
Andy

Thanks for the suggestions.

Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY
- -----Original Message-----
From: Basheik
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Saturday, June 24, 2000 1:51 PM
Subject: Re: GMC: screen door Poll

>My door is gold or bronze.
>Same suggestions as earlier. Heavier frame, modify the three panel
>arrangement.
>Also, the hinge side fits tight, the latch side should have a soft flexible
>gasket to close to the jamb.
>The door works and fits good. It's old (by PO) and had good care. It sure
>keeps flies and others out.
>
>Andy M, PA
>75 PB
 
Justin
Thanks for the suggestions about the alternate shipping methods and the
included exterior door latch. I did check with Alex ..... when he installed
a door the latch was included. As far as the second color I didn't ask how
many colors he offered in the past nor how many different colors he has
tried.
Daniel Jacquot

- -----Original Message-----
From: GMC77PB
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Saturday, June 24, 2000 10:57 AM
Subject: Re: GMC: screen door Poll

>In a message dated 06/23/2000 10:22:39 AM Central Daylight Time,

>
 
I sure would like to see one of these screen doors. Has anyone posted a
picture of one???? Or maybe someone could attach a picture to e-mail and
send it to me. Thanks............................Terry
Terry & Diane Skinner
Webfooted in Washington
 
Really strange you should say that. I was going in and out of the GMC today
and said to myself "I wonder if everyone knows what these look like ??

So I just took some pix and tried to upload them to PhotoPoint but they
seem to be down is a strange way. I will post them as soon as they come up.

gene

>I sure would like to see one of these screen doors. Has anyone posted a
>picture of one???? Or maybe someone could attach a picture to e-mail and
>send it to me. Thanks............................Terry
>Terry & Diane Skinner
>Webfooted in Washington
>
>
>
Genef -- 77PB/ore/ca
GMC MOTORHOME INFORMATION
mr.erf
http://www.california.com/~eagle/
 
Terry

I have been trying to get a picture myself or a brochure. As soon as I get
one or even a brochure I will post it. Maybe someone else that has an Albea
screen door on there coach could supply us with pictures? Please!!
Thanks
Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY

- -----Original Message-----
From: Terry & Diane Skinner
To: GMC Mail List
Date: Sunday, June 25, 2000 4:37 PM
Subject: GMC: screen door poll

>I sure would like to see one of these screen doors. Has anyone posted a
>picture of one???? Or maybe someone could attach a picture to e-mail and
>send it to me. Thanks............................Terry
>Terry & Diane Skinner
>Webfooted in Washington
>
>
 
Thanks Gene
Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY

- -----Original Message-----
From: gene
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Sunday, June 25, 2000 5:18 PM
Subject: Re: GMC: screen door poll

>Really strange you should say that. I was going in and out of the GMC today
>and said to myself "I wonder if everyone knows what these look like ??
>
>So I just took some pix and tried to upload them to PhotoPoint but they
>seem to be down is a strange way. I will post them as soon as they come
up.
>
>gene
>

>>I sure would like to see one of these screen doors. Has anyone posted a
>>picture of one???? Or maybe someone could attach a picture to e-mail and
>>send it to me. Thanks............................Terry
>>Terry & Diane Skinner
>>Webfooted in Washington
>>
>>
>>
>Genef -- 77PB/ore/ca
>GMC MOTORHOME INFORMATION
>mr.erf
>http://www.california.com/~eagle/
 
Dan,
In addition to optional colors and a easy way to access the entrance door and
lock through the screen door, a feature that would be important to me would for
the safety strap to the entrance door still being functional when the screen
door is installed. With the Birch door the strap had to come off (at least in
the case of my coach) and that left the entrance door to swing excessively too
far open.
Phil Stewart]
'76 Transmode, TN
 
Phil
I think that is others concern also. It was mentioned to me at the Mayo
rally in Colorado.
Thanks for the suggestion
Daniel Jacquot
Sheridan WY
- -----Original Message-----
From: plstewrt
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Monday, June 26, 2000 7:40 PM
Subject: Re: GMC: screen door poll

>Dan,
>In addition to optional colors and a easy way to access the entrance door
and
>lock through the screen door, a feature that would be important to me would
for
>the safety strap to the entrance door still being functional when the
screen
>door is installed. With the Birch door the strap had to come off (at
least in
>the case of my coach) and that left the entrance door to swing excessively
too
>far open.
>Phil Stewart]
>'76 Transmode, TN
>
 
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