THE AMERICAN COACH WAY OF LIFE. TAKE A STAND FOR FREEDOM. Well, what are you waiting for? Retirement? Lottery winnings? The kids to move out of the house? Maybe it s time for you to move out instead. Maybe it s time, once and for all, to take a stand for you. The places you want to go. The things you want to do. The oceans you want to swim. Of course, we realize you probably haven t given a lot of thought to such things since you were a little kid yourself. But by now, you ve paid your adult dues. And it s time to reclaim that freedom you lost somewhere between hanging on a rope swing and landing your first job. It s time for American Coach. Perhaps more than any luxury coach manufacturer in the world, we understand how you feel. Our motorcoaches are proof of that. They re the type that can tackle the Grand Tetons one minute and tear up the passing lane the next. Safely. Dependably. And with the kind of worry-free abandon that comes from knowing the road s best service and warranty package is backing you up. You see, at American Coach, we realize our motorcoaches aren t the first RVs most people buy. They re the ones you dream about, envy, and work toward all your life. That s why they have to be as extraordinary as we can make them. Yes, we know you ve waited a long time to be a kid again. Just make sure you buy a motorcoach that can handle it. The 1999 American Tradition. Come on, let s go. You ve got a lot of sand castles to build. THE A M E R I C A N T R A D I T I O N 1999 E M B R A C E Y O U R O W N A M E R I C A N T R A D I T I O N THE ROAD BECKONS. AMERICA CALLS. Fleetwood Motorhomes of Indiana, Inc. Plant #44 1031 U.S. 224 East Decatur, Indiana 46733-5006 (219) 728-2121 (800) 648-6582 PLEASE READ: Product information and photography in this brochure were as accurate as possible at the time of publication. Subsequent refinements may be evident in the actual product. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. Selected decorator items shown in the photographs are not part of the product unless specified. All liquid capacities, dimensions, and weights are nominal. Warranty valid only on product sold in the U.S.A. and Canada.
OUR FAVORITE TRADITION: GIVING YOU MORE THAN YOU COUNTED ON. Under the hood: a miracle of modern electronics. We re constantly looking to improve the driving experience in your American Coach. This year power, comfort and control take a dramatic leap forward, with the American Tradition s new ISC 300 Cummins engine. It s 300 horsepower and 8.3 liters like before but now, it s fully electronic. That translates into space-age features like on-board diagnostics, interactive systems, road speed governing, trip information, duty cycle monitoring and more. Other engine block improvements result in significantly reduced noise and vibration. Increased towing power, torque and fuel economy. Cooler operation. And quicker response across the entire power band. Mountains, ho! Smoother ride. Sweeter journey. Our superior Independent Front Suspension is standard equipment on the 99 American Tradition. That s rare for a motorcoach in this price range. And a huge, relaxing advantage for our owners. With IFS, each wheel responds independently to road bumps, dips, and potholes giving you greater vehicle stability, fewer road vibrations, more control when braking and steering, and the welcome elimination of bump steer. We can t take every bump out of the road. But we can make you forget they re there. DETAILS. DETAILS. DETAILS. Rubber Carpet Padding 1/4" Cross Layered Plywood 1/4" Cross Layered Plywood Bead Foam Tubular Steel Anodized Aluminum Underbelly Tubular Steel Bead Foam Inlay 2-1/2" Bead Foam Padded Ceiling Clear Coat Decor Panel Tubular Steel Bead Foam Gelcoat Fiberglass Painted Exterior 7-Layer Floor with Enclosed Underbelly 7-Layer Ceiling with Rubber Roof Fiberglass Sidewalls
TRADITION SPECIFICATIONS 10 REASONS YOU LL LOVE DRIVING AN AMERICAN TRADITION. WEIGHTS (POUNDS) GVWR 31,000 29,400 GCWR 41,000 39,400 GAWR (Front) 12,000 10,400 GAWR (Rear) 19,000 19,000 UVW 24,600 22,600 MEASUREMENTS Wheel Base 266" 237" Overall Length 40' 7 1/2" 38' Overall Height with A/C 12' 0" 12' 0" Interior Height (max.) 79" 79" Interior Width (max.) 96" 96" Exterior Width (max.) 102" 102" TANK & LIQUID CAPACITIES (GALLONS) Grey Water Tank 60 58 (Waste) Black Water Tank 40 43 Fresh Water Tank 100 100 LP Tank 40.3 30.8 Water Heater 6 6 Fuel Tank 125 125 CHASSIS Frame Custom-Designed Spartan Stacked Rail Engine Cummins C.8.3L/300 HP ISC Torque 950 @ 1300 RPM Cubic Inch 504.5 Transmission Allison MD-3060, 6-Speed World w/electronic Shifter Alternator Amps 160 Amp Leece Neville Tires G159 22.5" Low Profile Highway Radial Our service pledge stays with you. At our factory service facility in Decatur, Indiana, there are 26 pristine, state-of-the-art service bays. That s in addition to the numerous American Coach dealers you ll find throughout the U.S. For added reassurance, all new American Tradition owners drive away with a 1-Year/ 3- Year RV OWNERCARE service and warranty card in their pocket. Together, we re on the road to a lasting relationship. Won t you sign on for the extended tour? 1. Check out the dashboard. High-end gauges with a new trip odometer and hours-in-service gauge. The new radio is pre-wired for a satellite dish. 2. Road-gripping reassurance. The American Tradition is equipped with large 22.5" Goodyear radial tires. 3. One tough chassis. Our custom-built chassis from Spartan includes steel outriggers. They provide additional floor support and structural integrity. 4. We ve protected electrical wiring from road damage by routing it inside a custom-designed raceway. 5. Better weight distribution and stability. All weight-bearing items, such as holding tanks and diesel fuel tanks, are positioned between the frame rails. 6. You ll go further between pit stops with our large 125 gallon fuel tank. For added convenience, the tank can be filled from either side of the coach. 7. Reliable, efficient power in all kinds of driving situations is guaranteed with the Allison MD-3060 6-speed automatic transmission. 8. Expansive basement storage is just one by-product of the custombuilt Spartan Highlander chassis, featuring a stacked rail design and a stronger, unitized frame. 9. Feel the luxury-car ride as you lounge atop an ideal combination of flex and stability. 10. Smooth. Smoother. Smoothest: Every American Tradition comes with anti-lock brakes, full air ride suspension and Bilstein shocks.
MODEL Side-By-Side Refer w/ice Maker Easy Bed Recessed Cooktop King Bed 72 x 76 robe/linen Refer w/ice Maker Microwave (Overhead) Overhead Easy Bed Rear Overhead Queen Bed 60" X 74 1 / 2 " Washer/Dryer Below Corian Table W/Flexsteel Fabric Chairs Easy Bed Love Seat 20 Front TV Rear TV Entry Facing Dinette/Corian Table Recliner w/table MODEL 40 TVS Shower w/seat Easy Bed Linen Recessed Cooktop Microwave (Overhead) Galley Overhead California King Bed 72 x 84 Rear Overhead Queen Bed 60" X 80" Rear TV Washer/Dryer Below Easy Bed Corian Table w/flexsteel Fabric Chairs 20 Front Flexsteel TV Fabric Love Seat Easy Bed robe Refer w/ice Maker Entry Side-By-Side Refer w/ice Maker Facing Dinette/Corian Table Recliner w/table
STANDARD & OPTIONAL FEATURES AUTOMOTIVE S Engine Cummins C.8.3 Liter, 300 HP ISC Diesel S Spartan IC Highlander Chassis S Independent Front Suspension with 45 Steering Angle S Curved Windshield S Full Air Brakes with Automatic Slack Adjusters S ABS Brakes S Cruise Control S Electronic Battery Control Center S Double Swivel Visors with Extenders S Polyethylene Battery Trays S Back Lighted Instrument Panel S Auxiliary Fog Lights S Intermittent Wipers S 3-Point Leveling Jacks S Undercoating S I.C.C. Light Switch S Accuride Aluminum Wheels (4) S Mud Flaps S Air Ride Suspension with Bilstein Shocks S Sony AM/FM Cassette S Pneumatic Pop-Up Stepwell Cover O CD Player w/radio Upgrade S Sony Rear Vision System with Audio S CB Radio Ready S Underhood Utility Light (Front/Rear) S Auxiliary Start Circuit S Battery Disconnect Switches S Nippondenso Climate Control System S Trailer Hitch 10,000 Lb. Capacity S Heated Mirrors with Remote Adjustments S Air Horns S Dash Fans S (2) 12 Volt Battery 2,000 CCA S (4) 6 Volt Battery 217 Amp Auxiliary Batteries S Tilt Telescoping Steering Wheel S Exhaust Brake O Hand-Held CB O Manual Air Dump Override Switch STRUCTURAL S Steel Reinforced Sidewalls/Ceiling & Floor S Steel Outriggers on Chassis S Vacubond Floor & Walls with Laid-Up Fiberglass S Vacubond Insulated Areas EXTERIOR S Domed Rubber Roof with Radius Corners S Heated Water & Holding Tank Compartments S Dual Pane Windows w/screens S Full Fiberglass Front and Rear Caps S Fiberglass Front and Rear Quarter Panels S 29" Front Entry Door with Dead Bolt S Fiberglass Front Grille S RS/DS Awning Rail Molding S Exterior Rinse Hose S Park Telephone Ready S Patio Receptacle S Protective Bra Cover O Two-Piece Ladder S Halogen Headlamps S Exterior Flip-Up Doors S Luggage Compartment Lights S Entry Assist Handles S Porch Light S 40 Gallon LPG Tank S Power Single Entry Step S Rear Docking Lights S 20' Patio Awning S 12' RS Living Area Awning S Solar Charging Panel O 54" Compartment Slide-Out Tray S 5' DS/RS Bedroom Area Awning (2) O 12' D/S Awning APPLIANCES S Smoke Detector S Fire Extinguisher S LPG Leak Detector with Automatic Shut-Off S 12 Volt Carbon Monoxide Detector S Dual Furnaces with Thermostat and Auto Ignition BTU (20M/35M) S Dual Furnaces w/thermostat and Auto Ignition BTU (35M Each) ( Only) S 6 Gallon Water Heater DSI S 2000 Watt Continuous Inverter/100 AMP Converter S Multi-Point Water Pump Switching S Residential China Bowl Toilet with Flush S Microwave/Convection Oven with Built-in Range Hood S Large Double Door Refrigerator with Ice Maker S Water Filter S TV Antenna with Jack S 50 Amp Power Cord S Continuous Ducted Ceiling A/C S Onan 7.5 kw Quiet Diesel Generator S Dual 13,500 BTU Roof A/C S Motorized Elevating 20" Color TV (Front) with Remote S 13" Color TV (Rear) with Remote S VCR-VHS S Water Heater By-Pass S Washer/Dryer O Side-By-Side Refer with Ice Maker GALLEY S Corian Sink Covers S Corian Galley Top S Ceramic Tile Flooring S 3 Burner Range with Oven and Corian Cover O Recessed 3 Burner Cooktop with Corian Cover S Corian Dinette Table with Extension and 4 Chairs O Booth Dinette S 110 Volt Outlet and Telephone Jack at Dinette S with Adjustable Shelves S Single Lever Galley Faucet S Wood Refrigerator Door Inserts BATH S Power Bath Vent S Skylight in Shower S Molded Shower Enclosure with Caddy S Residential Size Sink S Deluxe Medicine Cabinet S Ceramic Tile Flooring S Glass Shower Door O Shower w/fold-down Seat (TVS Only) BEDROOM S Restonic Reversible Mattress with Soft and Firm Sides S 60" x 75" Queen Bed (TTF Only) S 60" x 80" Queen Bed (TVS Only) O 72" x 76" King Bed (TTF Only) O 72" x 84" California King Bed (TVS Only) S Comforter with Shams and Throw Pillows (2) S Day/ Shades INTERIOR S Cedar-Lined robe S robe Light S Fabric Driver/Passenger Chairs by Flexsteel with 6-Way Power Driver Seat O Leather Driver/Passenger Chairs by Flexsteel with 6-Way Power Driver Seat S 72" Fabric Easy Bed by Flexsteel w/1 Drawer O 72" Leather Easy Bed by Flexsteel w/1 Drawer S 70" Fabric Love Seat by Flexsteel (TVS Only) O 70" Leather Love Seat by Flexsteel (TVS Only) S 60" Fabric Love Seat by Flexsteel (TTF Only) O 60" Leather Love Seat by Flexsteel (TTF Only) O Leather Living Room Package by Flexsteel (Driver/Passenger Chairs, Easy Bed, Love Seat) O Leather Recliner w/table S TV Antenna S Monitor Panel S Wall-to-Wall Carpet (Bedroom and Living Areas) S Wood Drawers S Roller Guide Drawer Slides with Ship Locks S Mini Blinds S Choice of Oak Cabinet Doors/ Drawer Fronts/Face Frames or Solid Maple S Indirect Lighting S Fluorescent Lighting S Decor Lighting S Custom Decors (4) S Entry Floor Lighting S Sofa Pillows (2) O Day/ Shades