Wow !! You are the best Matt and Andrea !! Thank you for inspiring so many of us to get into an RV - Continued best wishes on your new company and independence !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV I love this floor plan. I can't buy it just yet, but this is what I want to work towards. Will have to be a travel trailer girl for a while longer :D I may even have to make a trip to FL from VA to buy from @mattsrvreviews.
@@OurFamilyAdventures , we just had it out this weekend up at the famous Rincon Parkway. It’s an awesome rig - one of the best purchases we have ever made. Thanks for watching !
This is a great video. You cover several things I rarely hear talked about, including actual gas mileage, mislabeling, and common repairs - all without being alarmist or sensationalistic in your tone. In short, you come across as completely thorough, honest, and trustworthy. I subscribed to your channel just a few minutes in, and I hope many others find your channel soon!
This Video is awesome- we’ve camped for over 40 years and we have the 26M on order and boy are we glad now .. thanks for your video .. we’re definitely subscribing!!!
I love this video. I purchased a 26M recently and absolutely love it. It was very similar to how you pulled the trigger on yours. I had been watching RUclips videos for almost a year doing research and I had a Thor Quantum 25LC on order with La Mesa for ever and when I stumbled on a 26M that had just rolled into at La Mesa and I immediately grabbed it before someone else did. Crazy time to buy an RV but I’ve got RV FEVER and I’m loving every minute of it. Love your pro tips👍🏼 Thanks for sharing.
Hey. hi I watched your video a few times and I wanted to say thank you for sharing your experience. I also love this camper. I'll be getting mine within the year. U have truly eased my worries. 🙂 Keep on trucking. Thanks 👋
Thank you for sharing such an informative video. We're researching trading in our tow-behind for a Class C and we seem to be zeroing in on the Entegra Odyssey or Esteem. Videos like this are so helpful as we hear from an actual purchaser on the pros and cons in the comfort of our living room (in AC).
It’s really not difficult at all, at the next interval I am going to film it. I also am going to change the oil and filter in the Onan generator here soon and show how to do that as well. Stay tuned !! Thanks for watching.
I’m addicted to RUclips RV channels. And from where I sit it appears that you got one helluva deal on this rig. I doubt that you could have gone terribly wrong if you tried at that price.
While the performance and economy are certainly respectable, my 2022 25R did down shift when climbing hills on my trip from Salt Lake City, where I took delivery of the RV, to Washington State, where I live. ( And it the RV was of course, unloaded) Some hills, it shifted down to 4th. I averaged 10.0 mpg on that trip.
Wow…….I’m saving this video. Your info was awesome. More videos like this would be great. I love the review from a normal RV family. I’m subscribing now. Oh, and props and extra points for being fans of Matt’s RV Reviews.
Is the first time I see a owner sharing so much information I been watching videos for almost 2 years and this one is really nice and I’m there to get mine very soon maybe next year in summer or before Thanks again
I wanted to make a video that I wished I had seen before I bought my Motorhome. I thought it would be good to see exactly how it went - both the good, and the issues that they had. Thanks for watching !
That backlight on the tv tip was awesome! Never would have thought of that. Also appreciate your detailed demo of the black/grey tank process. Two thumbs up!
Thanks for watching, if you have any ideas on what else you might want to see us go over in detail and review / explain, let us know ! Happy camping !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV I also loved that you specified what you can run on the Bluetti and for how long because the whole power situation of RV life mystifies me. A video about that made for us power-dummies would be awesome! :)
Great tips been living in our rv for a 1 1/2 years it’s a 98 tioga 29ft and it’s been fun we want to upgrade to a new one but we have heard some bad things about them I’m glad I watched your video very cool
You are living the dream ! Thanks for commenting and watching. When you decide to upgrade - research like crazy and hold out for the exact right rig that fits your needs best - and pray it’s not a lemon !
Hey, just found your channel, subscribed, & really enjoyed the video!. My wife & I are doing research for our 1st motor home, & I love all the tips I can get!. Looking forward to the next one,.. happy motoring!. 👍🙂
Now this is why it’s so extremely helpful to post honest reviews. Thank you so much. But my search continues because I’ve been trying to find a review like this for the Entegra Odyssey 30Z. The long distance is what concerned me, which is why I considering a Super C so maybe this will do. Thanks again.
Thanks for watching ! I wanted to make a video that had information in it - that I wish we had seen prior to purchasing our Motorhome. Good luck on your search !
Oh I forgot to ask, how did your tires hold up? What concern me about a class C is how small the tires look and the likelihood of a blow out from multiple long distance traveling.
@@jonathanbaldwin6876, zero issues with the tires. They are very high rated (load range F I believe) to handle the rig fully loaded, and I make sure to keep them fully inflated to handle the load. So far they are wearing evenly as well - so the balance and alignment seems to be pretty good 13,000 miles into ownership.
Ya, It took a little getting used to, and I agree it seems like the one downfall - but it is what gives us that huge bathroom and really big shower - so to me it was worth the trade off. Thanks is for watching !!
Great video and very informative, my wife and I just bought an Escape 5.0 5th wheel and we will eventually trade up to a class C in the furniture…. We live near LAX airport.
Great video. One caution, when putting water in Black Holding Tank BE CAREFUL. We did this and black water backed up in bathroom sink and flooded bathroom. It only took a couple minutes for this to happen. The rig was a Leisure Travel Van. We now always open valve before flushing tank.
Nice work on the review, I have a 2020 25R -- Great RV - We have the same issues - Heat tape falling off tanks - motorized shade piece of junk - I use a walking stick to guide it up and down so it wont come off track - Other than that - High quality -I made the mistake of buying from Camping World - They sell them but good luck getting them to work on them , I make any repairs myself!
Thanks for watching and the comments, I have heard that Entegra will send you the items to do the warranty work yourself, have you tried that ? If they do - it Might make a good how to video !
Great video, the Milwaukee battery is genius, I have an old lithium set of tools from Sears, I wonder if I could get an adapter like like for my batteries, plus the Bluetti , I’ve been looking at those power banks as well. I’m still trying to decide on a C or a travel trailer, just went to Pennsylvania RV show, it didn’t make it easier. Thanks for the great ideas , I’m now a subscriber 👍🏻 😀
Thanks for watching, and good luck in making your choice for a new RV, it’s so hard ! My sister was at the Hershey show and was set on an Airstream and she left leaning towards getting a Super C ! Oh how walking those booths can change your mind about everything once you get inside them. Happy Camping !!
Great video. My wife and I are considering the Entegra Esteem 29V. My question is…do you tow a vehicle? I haven’t been able to track down a video about someone flat towing behind a RV with the Ford 450 “Godzilla” engine. Just wondering about the power performance. Keep up the great work!!
Honestly I am surprised you did not have more factory build issues. We bought a new Class A Fleetwood Bounder in May of 2021 and we have spent 5 months getting the various issues fixed. And Fleetwood is not a crappy brand, it is actually an top tier brand. Now Fleetwood has been great making the dealers fix the RV but it has taken a long time. With the current demand for RV's I understand a drop in QC from the Factory but the dealer has an obligation to do a proper PDI of each unit and ours clearly did not. Happy for you on yours.
Thanks for the watch and the comments, we actually were looking at a Fleetwood 29 class A and the dealer salesperson we had become pretty close to - she pretty much “hinted” and steered us away from both them and Thor and cited a lot of build/warranty issues she had seen at the dealership. At one point she was literally like “I like you guys, so I am not letting you buy a Thor”.
Looking forward to more updates on the 25R. Wondering how it's holding up. My wife is concerned about the corner bed arrangement and how you like that bed position. Thanks for the video!
I had a hiccup there for awhile on videos, iPad crashed - but I’ve got some more content filmed, I just need to edit now. We actually don’t mind the corner bed. Is it “ideal”, no - a big king would be better, but having the big restroom and big shower was a must have for us, so we compromised with the corner bed. On the next video my giant self actually will lay down in the dinette bed to show how big it is and if a 6’2” fat guy can even fit on it. Thanks for watching !!
Excellent video thanks for taking the time to make it and include all the little tidbits and tips! I am looking at possibly getting one also and was curious how deep the rear exterior storage compartment is? My wife and I are golfers and want to know if our golf bags will fit? Thanks for your help Dave
Thanks for watching, the rear storage is at least 6’ or 7’ deep, you could fit multiple golf bags easily with room to spare. We carry a Coleman bbq, 6 chairs and a few boogie boards in there, it’s below the bed - so it’s basically the length of the bed.
Thank you for a great summary of your 6 month experience with 25R. Glad you love it after 13k of driving! Can you tell what size bed the dinette converts to? Is it comfortable for an adult (6 footer)?
Thanks for the comments, the dinette conversion works well for a shorter adult but if one is 6’ their legs would be bent a bit, my wife is 5’10” and she said she was comfortable, it’s definitely shorter than a normal twin bed though.
Great video. Interesting on the mis-label. I have a shop full of Milwaukee tools and have never seen that charger! So many uses for that. Now on the shopping list. Thanks for the ideas!
Good vid. I have a 2018 Jayco 25R and love the floor plan. Am a bit envious of the front windshield, though I'd be really upset about that shade! Noticed that not only did they label your dump valves wrong, they also mislabeled your water inputs. The potable (potable ;) Matt!) water is supposed to be on the top, that's why the potable sticker is to the right of the port, black tank flush on the bottom and label to the right of that port. I too replaced the cheapo fan in the bathroom with the Hengs vortex. Also finally got around to putting a Maxxair Fan in the bedroom vent, what a difference especially if you boondock at all. Again, good video. Good luck with the rig!
Nice, thanks for the comments - where did they/you pull in the power for the fan over the bed? I was looking at doing that upgrade but was not sure how difficult it would be to find power up there. You are correct on the decals, the black flush is on top and the fill is on the bottom. Happy Camping !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV Power for the fan was why it took me so long (3 years) to get it done. Initially was looking to tap into bathroom fan but there was no clear way to get it to the new fan without being surface mount and I didn't want that. Finally decided on tapping power from the under cabinet lights in the bedroom. Up through the cabinet then across the ceiling. Only holes I drilled were inside the cabinet. Took some time to "drill" a channel in the Styrofoam from the vent > puck light > cabinet, only used a long narrow screwdriver instead of drill. Maxxair fan is SUPER quiet! Way quieter than the Hengs I put in the bathroom.
As someone just beginning their RV quest I appreciate the insight. I am looking at the Entegra Odyssey too. It’s funny because when I saw that window cover on the overhead bunk for the first time I thought that it was a weak link.
Good luck on your RV hunt, hope you find the right one - and ya - that window shade came apart in the first 10 trips or less. Thanks for watching, I wanted to make a video that I had not seen before on the unit we got - besides just a salesman walk through.
Excellent, thanks, subscribed. BUT, I REALLY need to know WHERE you place your Cpap machine in the main bedroom? And I did see your battery device for powering the Cpap which must mean there are NO outlets nearby without running an extension cord. Its not a deal breaker, but it is important since those hoses only run so far and we dont need to spill the water etc.
It goes in the storage compartment right above my head, there is an outlet near the head of the bed that I plug into, I use the Bluetti for power if we are boondocking.
@@TheBlockPartyRV Thank you! We need to find this coach and have a look. Just got back from a LaMesa show here in Phoenix but they did not have this coach to look at. I have time to shop so I’m sure one will show up. Thanks again!
Great video. But how does it ride? Air bags on the rear axle, larger sway bars (Helwig), Bilstein shocks and a steering stabilizer/shock seem to be things that people are installing (or standard on Coachmen Freelander). The ride issue may not be a concern when riding is in the front seat, but at the the dinette. (I rode on a dinette in a Sprinter Class C once, and it rolled like a boat in the ocean).
To me it rides great, it’s not a luxury Cadillac, but it is far less noisy and is less “rough” riding than my friends Coachman Freelander. Entegra has added some stuff so the ride is good, no swaying or rolling unless you have some severe gusty side winds. Will those upgrades you mentioned help? I am sure they will, but are they needed ? To me - I personally don’t think so. Thanks for watching and sharing in the comments.
Great video. This is the RV I have been looking at since I saw it on Matt’s review. The thing I’m concerned about is trying to get a good price when there are so few of them and virtually everything is overpriced now. What kind of deal were you able to get and were you able to talk the salesperson down at all? Thanks!
Thanks for the nice comments, glad you enjoyed the review, The price listed on the unit at the RV show in Phoenix, when it pulled up was $86,400. 3 other people were interested, but we saw it first so we had first dibs - we pulled the trigger, the MSRP was $119,000, it had upgraded levelers and partial paint and the theater seats. I believed we really scored a deal as I have received a call from the dealer offering me $100,000 to sell it back to them a few months ago.
Thanks for the great video. We have an Entegra Esteem 27u on order but are having second thoughts about taking delivery now due to all the problems we are hearing about with recent RV purchases. Glad you are having only minor problems with your Entegra. It appears Entegra may have better quality control than most other manufacturers. Any thoughts? Thanks!
Thanks for watching and the comments. Considering how many things there are that can go wrong on a motor home, We are satisfied with the few issues we have had so far, we did not pay “top dollar” for a real high end rig, so we did not expect a real high end product completely free of flaws or defects. Overall it has been a really good experience for us and much easier to own and maintain than when we owned a pontoon boat (as far as towing, parking, navigating gas stations, cleaning, motor maintenance, etc.). If there is anything I didn’t cover that you wanted to see let me know, I am making a follow up video answering questions from viewers.
Thank you for all the effort you put into giving clear honest information. We have been looking at moving from our travel trailer to the 25R. Do you run your onboard generator to power the AC while traveling? We are in hot climate territory and I haven’t been able to find much on the forums and RUclips on road travel for both the AC and refrigerator use.
The store is called FDW store, the full sized 6” is what we got and it’s still $94; if we did it again we would step up to the 8” which adds about $20.
@@TheBlockPartyRV Thank u so much for the info n for posting these videos. I cannot seem to locate it. Would u b able to post the link or the description? Sorry it’s just I’ve been looking n can’t find one like the one u have.
Thanks for Watching - we were just day camping there on a turnout bluff at Bandon, had lunch there and hung out for a few hours - it's an awesome place. It was near the Bullards beach state park which does have camping. We spent that night at an RV park in Klamath, Ca. a few hours south, and the night before we were in Coos Bay, Or. Bandon seems like an IDEAL place to RV, in the summer. Rarely does it ever get more than about 75 there - and there are a few parks in the area as well as some state beach camping nearby.
Wow, I like the way how your review flows... I'm not done watching but I thought I'll start on this before I forget. Regarding the thermostat that is hidden when the slide is in, can that be relocated without going back to the dealer or some shop? I would imagine the wiring can be extended if need be to reach the new location. As far as the air valve for the rear tires, all of a sudden I thought of the long tube air valve used on big rigs. Can that be replaced so it would come out thru the rim hole to make it easier to deflate or inflate? great review!
Thanks for the comments, we basically just took a photo of the thermostat on our phones and just reach in there now to turn on the heat or air when needed. One option is to drill through the wall and just put it on the other side of the wall which is in the restroom. You are correct the fix in the tires is just a valve stem extension. I’m going to do a follow up video with the viewer suggestions soon ! Thanks again for watching !!
I replaced my TV with a Samsung smart TV, same size & wt. I know there are ways to stream videos, but Samsung comes with almost 200 channels called TVplus. So between "air tv" & TVplus, I get more channels than cable. I did have to move the bracket up a few inches.
It came with the coach, but I am sure you can get them just about any auto parts store that deals with parts for trucks and dually’s. Thanks for watching and commenting !!
Great video! We have a Thor 27r and just love it! We also drove from California to Florida over 3 months working from RV. What a fun time it was! I love your gadgets. Maybe make a video just about them. That Sewer hose setup you have is amazing for flushing.
Thanks for the nice comments. So awesome you got to work from the RV like that !! More motorhome maintenance videos coming up in the near future. Happy Camping !!
Thank you for making this video. I have been doing a lot of research on Class C's and so far it's been a debate between Entegra and Winnebago. Hoping to get one for 2022, and so far really liking what the Odyssey brings to the table. I will want to install solar panels, lithium batteries, and a pepwave router with antenna. I really like that you showed where the batteries are. I do like to Boondock and one thing that the Odyssey doesn't really have at stock vs. the Winnebago View/Navion seems to be solar?
Thanks for the comments, It is prepped for solar, the solar plugs are already on the roof, and the right front outside storage bin has the wiring to install the controller, should be a Very easy install. We liked the Winnebago products too, but in general you just got more bang for your buck with Entegra, and the extra year of warranty - is a Huge benefit and peace of mind !! All that said, if the Winnebago checks more boxes for your needs, then it might be the better choice - good luck in making your decision.
@@TheBlockPartyRV That's great to hear, thanks for responding. If you don't mind I just have a few questions since this is the same unit I am looking to get. How does the Ford drive? Is it fairly easy to maneuver the Odyssey into parking lots (grocery stores, laundromats, gas stations, .etc)? And do you ever have to worry about bottoming the coach out? Just wondering if I should just get the 29 foot or try for something around 25 instead. Thank you kindly.
@@MP-ny2ek it drives easy, my wife drives it all the time and parking in a grocery store parking lot or most gas stations has not been an issue at all. The 25 is really 28’ and the 29’s are I think 31’ so length is not that different - but it is the wheelbase - that is a lot longer (tires way further spread apart), so turning is not nearly as nimble on the 29’s as it is on the 25r. We had a 24’ Pontoon with a 3/4 ton Dodge and this rig is 5x easier to drive than that setup was. I have had the hitch drag once or twice coming out of a very steep driveway, but nothing got damaged, and it is pretty rare. We learned if you come out on an angle = no hitch drag. Ultimately Just sit in them, hang out, test drive them, and you will be able to “feel” which one is the right fit for you. You are doing the right thing - asking great questions, and vetting the units - that will pay off big time ! Let me know when you get one !!
Thanks for the video. My wife and I are looking at this exact MH. One question. Why not find a 12v power source that runs off of the engine alternator and use it to power an inverter for the TV? I love the portable power systems, but just thinking of options.
Yep - I agree that would be good, but there isn’t really any good 12 volt sources in the Motorhome without actually wiring something. I agree even having just one 12v plug in the bedroom area (to run a cPap off of) would have been best - and most other mfr’s do have that. On this model - there isn’t any 12volt outlets (anywhere). The Bluetti though can both charge and run at the same time, so we have plugged it into the cig lighter while driving (to charge), but have had it at the same time run a laptop and such as well - so it works kind of like a battery backup inverter. Thanks for the comments !
The fan is Veng’s Vortex 2, camping world , Amazon, lots of places sell it. The mattress is a 6” Best Massage Full from Amazon it’s now about $115 or so. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for watching. the La Mesa RV locations, and Dennis Dillon RV in Westminster both carry the Entegra brand, I would check with them for product availability. Happy Camping !!
Your Bluetti AC50S with a full charge should run the TV at 25 watts for 17 hours. The Milwaukee M18 High Output HD 12.0 with full charge should go a bit over 7 hours. This assumes they are new but the actual time will decline as they age. Given that the Bluetti is rated at 500 Watt Hours, you can use about 85% of that and the TV pulls 25 watts: 500 X .85 / 25 = 17. The Milwaukee is rated at 216WH: 216 X .85 / 25 = 7.344.
A black tank flush opening placed over the fresh tank opening is not a sanitary design. Untreated water at dump stations will drip down over the fresh water opening.
We have done both. On our trip to Florida we did not use a tow behind so we used Uber in both Memphis and New Orleans. We did just purchase a new Jeep Rubicon, so we will be setting that up to tow behind our rig in the future. Thanks for watching !!
Thanks for watching, You are Probably going to have to look at some Higher end Super C’s, Thor and others make some small 4WD B+ models on the Ford Transit chassis but I doubt if they are going to be a true 4 season rig. The super C’s are really awesome - but very pricey. Good luck in your search !!
I am looking for the same thing as you so I was wondering did you have any luck in your search finding a 4 x 4 or one that was Four Season ready? I do know that Quigley 4 x 4 conversions will convert a Class C motorhome to four-wheel drive. It is about $10,000 to $14,000 from what I am able to figure out but it seems like they have a good reputation and use quality original parts.
@@gary9080, it did not come with solar, and most things in the rig including the fridge are either 12 volt - or propane, so there was no factory power inverter in the rig. When I want 110 power or A/C - I have to plug into shore power - or fire up the generator - that said - NEXT video is me installing a whole house inverter and battery system that can even run the A/C for a number of hours !!! Stay tuned !!!
We paid only $89,500 but the prices have went way up in the past year, you will pay well over $100,000, but if gas prices stay higher the prices will soon begin to drop for certain.
We do use the generator when we need the extra AC, but at $5 a gallon gas in California and 1/2 gallon per hour use in the generator, it gets expensive quick, but you are right - it’s one option. Thanks for watching and commenting !
The engine is Fords New 7.4 liter naturally aspirated gas engine, AKA “GODZILLA”. So far great motor, huge torque and power but decent mileage compared to the old Ford V10 that only got 6-8 mpg. Thanks for watching !
@@prepperboss, I have driven a lot of the old Ford V10’s in a lot of equipment at the construction company I used to work at, like most of the Fords back then we had a ton of issues with them blowing the spark plugs out of the heads, same as the Ford 5.4. I think that issue was finally corrected by Ford, but the motor for a 10 cylinder it just didn’t breathe real well, and it only produced maybe 375 foot pounds of torque - in comparison my new 2.0 turbo 4 cylinder Jeep Wrangler 4XE Electric hybrid produces the same 375 foot pounds of torque. The new Godzilla is like 475 foot pounds, so other than a diesel, it’s a real good choice for hauling a lot of weight. If you watch my other video of the Coachman review, there is a Chevy V8 in that rig, and the owner said he gets like 7.5 mpg, and it’s a real small 22 foot rig.
@@prepperboss, ya, unfortunately those older style V8’s and the Ford V10 pulling really heavy loads mostly all got less than 10 mpg, but the newer overhead valve engines seem to do a bit better, but that’s why so many people get Diesel’s where you can usually get 12-15 mpg or so.
Yep, that is one of those corners that just should not have been cut, especially considering that it is not accessible most of the time. Thanks for watching and commenting !!
Just wait, it’s just like buying a car, it’s goes down. I bought a rv ,new, it worked good for the first few years. Then it starts going down, unless you can put it a warehouse it’s a sh1t show.
Actually, due to inflation this rig new is now $150,000 msrp, so I can still likely almost get what I paid for it a couple of years later ($86,400). And I knew stuff would break and require regular maintenance, but I own old classic cars so I am the type of guy who doesn’t mind a few things breaking and such here and there. But if a person is the type of person who isn’t very hands & DIY and can’t handle let’s say a small water leak on a road trip then one should probably not own an RV. Also - I am seeing that there is a HUGE difference between cheap rigs and expensive rigs in terms of the materials and components. My good friend bought a very cheap coachman rig - and he is at the 3 year mark and has had to replace the fridge, AC unit, and numerous small things due to breakage. I’ve had a few small things, but nothing “major” so far. Thanks for the honest and real comments.
@@TheBlockPartyRV it’s wrong to promise the moon and get a disappointment.Most people do not see the fakes.I miss my rv, but I do not miss the things that goes wrong, this is the out of doors, if you can cover it up, like a barn. Mine was Thor citation Mercedes sprinter. The box is the problem. They are make up of fiber board and wallpaper, the floors are vinyl, my seats were fake leather.
I feel like this guy should be a Rv RUclipsr…. Quite natural and authentic
I do like making these videos - I really appreciate when viewers lien you make a few nice comments - Thanks for watching !!
Great Video! Thank you so much for the shout out!
Wow !! You are the best Matt and Andrea !! Thank you for inspiring so many of us to get into an RV - Continued best wishes on your new company and independence !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV I love this floor plan. I can't buy it just yet, but this is what I want to work towards. Will have to be a travel trailer girl for a while longer :D I may even have to make a trip to FL from VA to buy from @mattsrvreviews.
@@OurFamilyAdventures , we just had it out this weekend up at the famous Rincon Parkway. It’s an awesome rig - one of the best purchases we have ever made. Thanks for watching !
This has been the best RV video I have watched
This is a great video. You cover several things I rarely hear talked about, including actual gas mileage, mislabeling, and common repairs - all without being alarmist or sensationalistic in your tone.
In short, you come across as completely thorough, honest, and trustworthy. I subscribed to your channel just a few minutes in, and I hope many others find your channel soon!
This was a excellent video from the end user. I watch Matt's reviews but it's nice to hear from an actual user. I'm entertaining buying one.
Same...
"Excellent job on this video! It's so refreshing to see a positive review of a motorhome, and you've rekindled my interest in the Entegra. Thank you!"
This Video is awesome- we’ve camped for over 40 years and we have the 26M on order and boy are we glad now .. thanks for your video .. we’re definitely subscribing!!!
I know you will love the new Motorhome, thanks for watching and happy camping !
@@TheBlockPartyRV We can’t wait !!
@@donnaandpatmac1321 Your going to love the 26M. I took delivery on one about a month ago and it’s been amazing. Best of luck to you.
@@jtosti66 Thanks!!!
Great video! Thanks. I’m getting ready to retire and buy my RV. This information is helpful. Love the tip for the setting for the TV. Thumbs up.👍
Thanks for watching and the nice comments !!! Happy Camping !!
Excellent job! You cover in detail things that probably would not be covered unless in a buyer’s walkthrough. Love your video. 👏👏👏
Thanks for watching !!
I love this video. I purchased a 26M recently and absolutely love it. It was very similar to how you pulled the trigger on yours. I had been watching RUclips videos for almost a year doing research and I had a Thor Quantum 25LC on order with La Mesa for ever and when I stumbled on a 26M that had just rolled into at La Mesa and I immediately grabbed it before someone else did. Crazy time to buy an RV but I’ve got RV FEVER and I’m loving every minute of it. Love your pro tips👍🏼 Thanks for sharing.
Amen, we have it too ! Enjoy the new Ride !! Thanks is for watching and commenting.
Hey! I was looking on buying the 2023 enters is their any emergency door OTHER then just the main “front door”. Like anything Near the bathroom maybe?
Thanks for sharing! My brother and I are planing to buy a Rv and your Chanel is awesome !
We love the pro tips.🎉
Thanks for watching, and happy camping ! !
Great style of talking and explaining as you show beautiful locations and names of the location. Love It and I want a 25R
Thanks for watching and the nice comments ! More videos to come in the near future !!
Hey. hi I watched your video a few times and I wanted to say thank you for sharing your experience. I also love this camper. I'll be getting mine within the year. U have truly eased my worries. 🙂 Keep on trucking. Thanks 👋
Awesome ! Thanks for watching, and good luck on your search for the perfect rig. The more you know - the better you are setup for success !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV thanks. Talk soon.
Thank you for sharing such an informative video. We're researching trading in our tow-behind for a Class C and we seem to be zeroing in on the Entegra Odyssey or Esteem. Videos like this are so helpful as we hear from an actual purchaser on the pros and cons in the comfort of our living room (in AC).
Thanks for watching ! The more information you have the better decisions you can make towards the right purchase.
Cool! Glad you found what you love! Enjoy! Great tip on the backlighting!
thank you for watching, glad you enjoyed the video !
Wow, we've been so paranoid about buying a new RV because of all the negative videos! Thank you so much for sharing this video! It was a fun watch.
the fact that you do the oil change yourself is amazing.
It’s really not difficult at all, at the next interval I am going to film it. I also am going to change the oil and filter in the Onan generator here soon and show how to do that as well. Stay tuned !! Thanks for watching.
I’m addicted to RUclips RV channels. And from where I sit it appears that you got one helluva deal on this rig. I doubt that you could have gone terribly wrong if you tried at that price.
Agreed, I can sell my rig used at $15,000 over what ai paid for it. Wow !! Thanks for watching and the nice comments !!
While the performance and economy are certainly respectable, my 2022 25R did down shift when climbing hills on my trip from Salt Lake City, where I took delivery of the RV, to Washington State, where I live. ( And it the RV was of course, unloaded) Some hills, it shifted down to 4th. I averaged 10.0 mpg on that trip.
Ya, Phoenix to LA is pretty flat, couple of grades, but they are not major. Good luck on your purchase and thanks for watching.
Wow…….I’m saving this video. Your info was awesome. More videos like this would be great. I love the review from a normal RV family. I’m subscribing now. Oh, and props and extra points for being fans of Matt’s RV Reviews.
Thanks for watching and commenting - more how to / RV deep dive stuff on the way !!
Purchased a 27 U recently and your video was very useful even though we have different models
Is the first time I see a owner sharing so much information I been watching videos for almost 2 years and this one is really nice and I’m there to get mine very soon maybe next year in summer or before
Thanks again
I wanted to make a video that I wished I had seen before I bought my Motorhome. I thought it would be good to see exactly how it went - both the good, and the issues that they had. Thanks for watching !
That backlight on the tv tip was awesome! Never would have thought of that. Also appreciate your detailed demo of the black/grey tank process. Two thumbs up!
Thanks for watching, if you have any ideas on what else you might want to see us go over in detail and review / explain, let us know ! Happy camping !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV I also loved that you specified what you can run on the Bluetti and for how long because the whole power situation of RV life mystifies me. A video about that made for us power-dummies would be awesome! :)
Great tips been living in our rv for a 1 1/2 years it’s a 98 tioga 29ft and it’s been fun we want to upgrade to a new one but we have heard some bad things about them I’m glad I watched your video very cool
You are living the dream ! Thanks for commenting and watching. When you decide to upgrade - research like crazy and hold out for the exact right rig that fits your needs best - and pray it’s not a lemon !
Thank you, very helpful video and love the background videos.
Thanks for Watching, so glad you enjoyed it !
Hey, just found your channel, subscribed, & really enjoyed the video!.
My wife & I are doing research for our 1st motor home, & I love all the tips I can get!.
Looking forward to the next one,.. happy motoring!.
👍🙂
Nice, thanks for watching and good luck on the search !
I learnt so much from this video. Great presentation and amazing tips.
Awesome - thanks for watching !!
Now this is why it’s so extremely helpful to post honest reviews. Thank you so much. But my search continues because I’ve been trying to find a review like this for the Entegra Odyssey 30Z. The long distance is what concerned me, which is why I considering a Super C so maybe this will do. Thanks again.
Thanks for watching ! I wanted to make a video that had information in it - that I wish we had seen prior to purchasing our Motorhome. Good luck on your search !
Oh I forgot to ask, how did your tires hold up? What concern me about a class C is how small the tires look and the likelihood of a blow out from multiple long distance traveling.
@@jonathanbaldwin6876, zero issues with the tires. They are very high rated (load range F I believe) to handle the rig fully loaded, and I make sure to keep them fully inflated to handle the load. So far they are wearing evenly as well - so the balance and alignment seems to be pretty good 13,000 miles into ownership.
Great review. Simple to follow what you're doing. My only dislike is the corner bed.
Ya, It took a little getting used to, and I agree it seems like the one downfall - but it is what gives us that huge bathroom and really big shower - so to me it was worth the trade off. Thanks is for watching !!
Great video and very informative, my wife and I just bought an Escape 5.0 5th wheel and we will eventually trade up to a class C in the furniture…. We live near LAX airport.
Great review! Helpful info about the batteries and tv. Thanks!
Thank you for watching and the nice comments, Happy Camping !!
My favorite floor plan! with a recliner sofa! And I LOVE Bandon beach!!!
Banding was a real gem that we stumbled upon - but wow - what a stunning coastline ! Thanks for watching !
Great video. One caution, when putting water in Black Holding Tank BE CAREFUL. We did this and black water backed up in bathroom sink and flooded bathroom. It only took a couple minutes for this to happen. The rig was a Leisure Travel Van. We now always open valve before flushing tank.
Great comments, thanks for watching !!
Wow what a great video. Thank you. Man you are very knowledgeable! Thanks for sharing your battery tips for cpap. I often wonder about that.
Tha is for watching !! More videos coming up soon !! Happy Camping !!
Thanks for sharing, really awesome tips. Loved the one on how to increase battery life by simply turning down tv brightness.
Nice work on the review, I have a 2020 25R -- Great RV - We have the same issues - Heat tape falling off tanks - motorized shade piece of junk - I use a walking stick to guide it up and down so it wont come off track - Other than that - High quality -I made the mistake of buying from Camping World - They sell them but good luck getting them to work on them , I make any repairs myself!
Thanks for watching and the comments, I have heard that Entegra will send you the items to do the warranty work yourself, have you tried that ? If they do - it Might make a good how to video !
Great video, the Milwaukee battery is genius, I have an old lithium set of tools from Sears, I wonder if I could get an adapter like like for my batteries, plus the Bluetti , I’ve been looking at those power banks as well. I’m still trying to decide on a C or a travel trailer, just went to Pennsylvania RV show, it didn’t make it easier. Thanks for the great ideas , I’m now a subscriber 👍🏻 😀
Thanks for watching, and good luck in making your choice for a new RV, it’s so hard ! My sister was at the Hershey show and was set on an Airstream and she left leaning towards getting a Super C ! Oh how walking those booths can change your mind about everything once you get inside them. Happy Camping !!
Great video. My wife and I are considering the Entegra Esteem 29V.
My question is…do you tow a vehicle? I haven’t been able to track down a video about someone flat towing behind a RV with the Ford 450 “Godzilla” engine. Just wondering about the power performance. Keep up the great work!!
Thanks for watching, I’m buying a new Jeep in the near future and will be flat towing it … stay tuned …..
Honestly I am surprised you did not have more factory build issues. We bought a new Class A Fleetwood Bounder in May of 2021 and we have spent 5 months getting the various issues fixed. And Fleetwood is not a crappy brand, it is actually an top tier brand. Now Fleetwood has been great making the dealers fix the RV but it has taken a long time. With the current demand for RV's I understand a drop in QC from the Factory but the dealer has an obligation to do a proper PDI of each unit and ours clearly did not. Happy for you on yours.
Thanks for the watch and the comments, we actually were looking at a Fleetwood 29 class A and the dealer salesperson we had become pretty close to - she pretty much “hinted” and steered us away from both them and Thor and cited a lot of build/warranty issues she had seen at the dealership. At one point she was literally like “I like you guys, so I am not letting you buy a Thor”.
Looking forward to more updates on the 25R. Wondering how it's holding up. My wife is concerned about the corner bed arrangement and how you like that bed position. Thanks for the video!
I had a hiccup there for awhile on videos, iPad crashed - but I’ve got some more content filmed, I just need to edit now. We actually don’t mind the corner bed. Is it “ideal”, no - a big king would be better, but having the big restroom and big shower was a must have for us, so we compromised with the corner bed. On the next video my giant self actually will lay down in the dinette bed to show how big it is and if a 6’2” fat guy can even fit on it. Thanks for watching !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV thank you for the reply. Can't wait to see the next one!
Great video! Good info on the Entegra, but other important stuff especially about the cpap.
Thanks for watching !
Excellent video thanks for taking the time to make it and include all the little tidbits and tips! I am looking at possibly getting one also and was curious how deep the rear exterior storage compartment is? My wife and I are golfers and want to know if our golf bags will fit?
Thanks for your help
Dave
Thanks for watching, the rear storage is at least 6’ or 7’ deep, you could fit multiple golf bags easily with room to spare. We carry a Coleman bbq, 6 chairs and a few boogie boards in there, it’s below the bed - so it’s basically the length of the bed.
Thank you for a great summary of your 6 month experience with 25R. Glad you love it after 13k of driving! Can you tell what size bed the dinette converts to? Is it comfortable for an adult (6 footer)?
Thanks for the comments, the dinette conversion works well for a shorter adult but if one is 6’ their legs would be bent a bit, my wife is 5’10” and she said she was comfortable, it’s definitely shorter than a normal twin bed though.
Great review and tips subscribed I love the Integra Odyssey 25 r
Thanks for subscribing, it is appreciated !!
Great video. Interesting on the mis-label. I have a shop full of Milwaukee tools and have never seen that charger! So many uses for that. Now on the shopping list. Thanks for the ideas!
Good vid. I have a 2018 Jayco 25R and love the floor plan. Am a bit envious of the front windshield, though I'd be really upset about that shade!
Noticed that not only did they label your dump valves wrong, they also mislabeled your water inputs. The potable (potable ;) Matt!) water is supposed to be on the top, that's why the potable sticker is to the right of the port, black tank flush on the bottom and label to the right of that port.
I too replaced the cheapo fan in the bathroom with the Hengs vortex. Also finally got around to putting a Maxxair Fan in the bedroom vent, what a difference especially if you boondock at all.
Again, good video. Good luck with the rig!
Nice, thanks for the comments - where did they/you pull in the power for the fan over the bed? I was looking at doing that upgrade but was not sure how difficult it would be to find power up there. You are correct on the decals, the black flush is on top and the fill is on the bottom. Happy Camping !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV Power for the fan was why it took me so long (3 years) to get it done. Initially was looking to tap into bathroom fan but there was no clear way to get it to the new fan without being surface mount and I didn't want that. Finally decided on tapping power from the under cabinet lights in the bedroom. Up through the cabinet then across the ceiling. Only holes I drilled were inside the cabinet. Took some time to "drill" a channel in the Styrofoam from the vent > puck light > cabinet, only used a long narrow screwdriver instead of drill.
Maxxair fan is SUPER quiet! Way quieter than the Hengs I put in the bathroom.
Love it!! 2021 Entegra 25r owner here too!
Thanks for watching, and happy camping !!
As someone just beginning their RV quest I appreciate the insight. I am looking at the Entegra Odyssey too. It’s funny because when I saw that window cover on the overhead bunk for the first time I thought that it was a weak link.
Good luck on your RV hunt, hope you find the right one - and ya - that window shade came apart in the first 10 trips or less. Thanks for watching, I wanted to make a video that I had not seen before on the unit we got - besides just a salesman walk through.
Excellent, thanks, subscribed. BUT, I REALLY need to know WHERE you place your Cpap machine in the main bedroom? And I did see your battery device for powering the Cpap which must mean there are NO outlets nearby without running an extension cord. Its not a deal breaker, but it is important since those hoses only run so far and we dont need to spill the water etc.
It goes in the storage compartment right above my head, there is an outlet near the head of the bed that I plug into, I use the Bluetti for power if we are boondocking.
@@TheBlockPartyRV Thank you! We need to find this coach and have a look. Just got back from a LaMesa show here in Phoenix but they did not have this coach to look at. I have time to shop so I’m sure one will show up. Thanks again!
@@BrianAz, good luck and I hope you find the right Rig that meets your needs ! My experience with La Mesa has been good so far. Happy Camping !!
What are the dimensions of the Rear Storage comparment.? Thinking about two Lectric eBikes (foldable). Each is 37 X 18X 22. Would they fit?
Great video, thanks! Can you share the name and model of the small inverter?
It’s a Milwaukee 2826-20, 175 watts. It uses their 18 volt battery platform batteries. Super compact and works very well. Thanks for watching !!
Loved watching this video! Super helpful tips! Thanks! (FYI I work at the Jayco Motorhome Group and I appreciate your feedback)
Thanks for watching and the nice comments - happy Camping !!
Great video. But how does it ride? Air bags on the rear axle, larger sway bars (Helwig), Bilstein shocks and a steering stabilizer/shock seem to be things that people are installing (or standard on Coachmen Freelander). The ride issue may not be a concern when riding is in the front seat, but at the the dinette. (I rode on a dinette in a Sprinter Class C once, and it rolled like a boat in the ocean).
To me it rides great, it’s not a luxury Cadillac, but it is far less noisy and is less “rough” riding than my friends Coachman Freelander. Entegra has added some stuff so the ride is good, no swaying or rolling unless you have some severe gusty side winds. Will those upgrades you mentioned help? I am sure they will, but are they needed ? To me - I personally don’t think so. Thanks for watching and sharing in the comments.
Great video. This is the RV I have been looking at since I saw it on Matt’s review. The thing I’m concerned about is trying to get a good price when there are so few of them and virtually everything is overpriced now. What kind of deal were you able to get and were you able to talk the salesperson down at all? Thanks!
Thanks for the nice comments, glad you enjoyed the review, The price listed on the unit at the RV show in Phoenix, when it pulled up was $86,400. 3 other people were interested, but we saw it first so we had first dibs - we pulled the trigger, the MSRP was $119,000, it had upgraded levelers and partial paint and the theater seats. I believed we really scored a deal as I have received a call from the dealer offering me $100,000 to sell it back to them a few months ago.
I live in Palos Verdes, near Long Beach! What's a good RV show to go to?
Thanks for the great video. We have an Entegra Esteem 27u on order but are having second thoughts about taking delivery now due to all the problems we are hearing about with recent RV purchases. Glad you are having only minor problems with your Entegra. It appears Entegra may have better quality control than most other manufacturers.
Any thoughts? Thanks!
Thanks for watching and the comments. Considering how many things there are that can go wrong on a motor home, We are satisfied with the few issues we have had so far, we did not pay “top dollar” for a real high end rig, so we did not expect a real high end product completely free of flaws or defects. Overall it has been a really good experience for us and much easier to own and maintain than when we owned a pontoon boat (as far as towing, parking, navigating gas stations, cleaning, motor maintenance, etc.). If there is anything I didn’t cover that you wanted to see let me know, I am making a follow up video answering questions from viewers.
Thank you for all the effort you put into giving clear honest information. We have been looking at moving from our travel trailer to the 25R. Do you run your onboard generator to power the AC while traveling? We are in hot climate territory and I haven’t been able to find much on the forums and RUclips on road travel for both the AC and refrigerator use.
Will you make a step by step video on how you change the bathroom fan.
Thank u so much for sharing, so informative. Can u plse share the link where u bought the foam mattress from amazon n how many inches it is? Thank u 😊
The store is called FDW store, the full sized 6” is what we got and it’s still $94; if we did it again we would step up to the 8” which adds about $20.
@@TheBlockPartyRV Thank u so much for the info n for posting these videos. I cannot seem to locate it. Would u b able to post the link or the description? Sorry it’s just I’ve been looking n can’t find one like the one u have.
Hey liked the video, some great tips. Awaiting delivery of Greyhawk 30z, and a lot of what was in video will apply to my new rig. Thks
Awesome ! Congrats on the new rig - happy camping and thanks for watching.
Nice video. Got the same one! What campground is that at Bandon Dunes?
Thanks for Watching - we were just day camping there on a turnout bluff at Bandon, had lunch there and hung out for a few hours - it's an awesome place. It was near the Bullards beach state park which does have camping. We spent that night at an RV park in Klamath, Ca. a few hours south, and the night before we were in Coos Bay, Or. Bandon seems like an IDEAL place to RV, in the summer. Rarely does it ever get more than about 75 there - and there are a few parks in the area as well as some state beach camping nearby.
Wow, I like the way how your review flows... I'm not done watching but I thought I'll start on this before I forget. Regarding the thermostat that is hidden when the slide is in, can that be relocated without going back to the dealer or some shop? I would imagine the wiring can be extended if need be to reach the new location. As far as the air valve for the rear tires, all of a sudden I thought of the long tube air valve used on big rigs. Can that be replaced so it would come out thru the rim hole to make it easier to deflate or inflate? great review!
Thanks for the comments, we basically just took a photo of the thermostat on our phones and just reach in there now to turn on the heat or air when needed. One option is to drill through the wall and just put it on the other side of the wall which is in the restroom. You are correct the fix in the tires is just a valve stem extension. I’m going to do a follow up video with the viewer suggestions soon ! Thanks again for watching !!
I replaced my TV with a Samsung smart TV, same size & wt. I know there are ways to stream videos, but Samsung comes with almost 200 channels called TVplus. So between "air tv" & TVplus, I get more channels than cable. I did have to move the bracket up a few inches.
Yep, agreed, we have a Samsung Tv in the house and I have contemplated doing the same thing in the Motorhome. Nice tip. The ask for watching !!
Excellent video, thank you!
Where did you purchase the valve stem stabilizer that holding in the rear inner valve stem? Or does it come with the coach?
It came with the coach, but I am sure you can get them just about any auto parts store that deals with parts for trucks and dually’s. Thanks for watching and commenting !!
Learned a lot watching this. Thanks
Thank you for commenting! I appreciate the vote of confidence !!
Great video! We have a Thor 27r and just love it! We also drove from California to Florida over 3 months working from RV. What a fun time it was! I love your gadgets. Maybe make a video just about them. That Sewer hose setup you have is amazing for flushing.
Thanks for the nice comments. So awesome you got to work from the RV like that !! More motorhome maintenance videos coming up in the near future. Happy Camping !!
Thank you for making this video. I have been doing a lot of research on Class C's and so far it's been a debate between Entegra and Winnebago. Hoping to get one for 2022, and so far really liking what the Odyssey brings to the table. I will want to install solar panels, lithium batteries, and a pepwave router with antenna. I really like that you showed where the batteries are. I do like to Boondock and one thing that the Odyssey doesn't really have at stock vs. the Winnebago View/Navion seems to be solar?
Thanks for the comments, It is prepped for solar, the solar plugs are already on the roof, and the right front outside storage bin has the wiring to install the controller, should be a Very easy install. We liked the Winnebago products too, but in general you just got more bang for your buck with Entegra, and the extra year of warranty - is a Huge benefit and peace of mind !! All that said, if the Winnebago checks more boxes for your needs, then it might be the better choice - good luck in making your decision.
@@TheBlockPartyRV That's great to hear, thanks for responding. If you don't mind I just have a few questions since this is the same unit I am looking to get. How does the Ford drive? Is it fairly easy to maneuver the Odyssey into parking lots (grocery stores, laundromats, gas stations, .etc)? And do you ever have to worry about bottoming the coach out? Just wondering if I should just get the 29 foot or try for something around 25 instead. Thank you kindly.
@@MP-ny2ek it drives easy, my wife drives it all the time and parking in a grocery store parking lot or most gas stations has not been an issue at all. The 25 is really 28’ and the 29’s are I think 31’ so length is not that different - but it is the wheelbase - that is a lot longer (tires way further spread apart), so turning is not nearly as nimble on the 29’s as it is on the 25r. We had a 24’ Pontoon with a 3/4 ton Dodge and this rig is 5x easier to drive than that setup was. I have had the hitch drag once or twice coming out of a very steep driveway, but nothing got damaged, and it is pretty rare. We learned if you come out on an angle = no hitch drag. Ultimately Just sit in them, hang out, test drive them, and you will be able to “feel” which one is the right fit for you. You are doing the right thing - asking great questions, and vetting the units - that will pay off big time ! Let me know when you get one !!
@@TheBlockPartyRV Awesome review mate!
Wow. Thank you for such informative video. Love the gadgets
Thanks for watching !!
Thanks for the video. My wife and I are looking at this exact MH. One question. Why not find a 12v power source that runs off of the engine alternator and use it to power an inverter for the TV? I love the portable power systems, but just thinking of options.
Yep - I agree that would be good, but there isn’t really any good 12 volt sources in the Motorhome without actually wiring something. I agree even having just one 12v plug in the bedroom area (to run a cPap off of) would have been best - and most other mfr’s do have that. On this model - there isn’t any 12volt outlets (anywhere). The Bluetti though can both charge and run at the same time, so we have plugged it into the cig lighter while driving (to charge), but have had it at the same time run a laptop and such as well - so it works kind of like a battery backup inverter. Thanks for the comments !
Your videos are wonderful.
Can you link he mattress your daughter sleeps on from Amazon and the fan you replaced
The fan is Veng’s Vortex 2, camping world , Amazon, lots of places sell it. The mattress is a 6” Best Massage Full from Amazon it’s now about $115 or so. Thanks for watching!
I have been wanting one if these units. It's this one or the sprinter class C.
Where can I get one? Im in California
Thanks for watching. the La Mesa RV locations, and Dennis Dillon RV in Westminster both carry the Entegra brand, I would check with them for product availability. Happy Camping !!
Your Bluetti AC50S with a full charge should run the TV at 25 watts for 17 hours. The Milwaukee M18 High Output HD 12.0 with full charge should go a bit over 7 hours. This assumes they are new but the actual time will decline as they age. Given that the Bluetti is rated at 500 Watt Hours, you can use about 85% of that and the TV pulls 25 watts: 500 X .85 / 25 = 17. The Milwaukee is rated at 216WH: 216 X .85 / 25 = 7.344.
love the video. where do you put the cpap machine in the bed since there is no overhead cabinet?
Thanks for watching and the nice comments !
I put the CPap in the cabinet over our heads, and dangle the hose down - works OK.
@@TheBlockPartyRV thank you
Where is that lake side campsite at the beginning?
It is Clear Creek recreation area near Jasper Alabama, amazing sites there !
You may want to install some valve extensions for the inner & outer tires to arrange for easy access.
Agreed, it’s on the “to do” list. Thanks for watching and commenting.
A black tank flush opening placed over the fresh tank opening is not a sanitary design. Untreated water at dump stations will drip down over the fresh water opening.
Do you town a car or take Uber when you get to camp rtc?
We have done both. On our trip to Florida we did not use a tow behind so we used Uber in both Memphis and New Orleans. We did just purchase a new Jeep Rubicon, so we will be setting that up to tow behind our rig in the future. Thanks for watching !!
I’m thinking about getting an motorhome but it has to be 4WD and insulated for year round living. Any suggestions?
Thanks for watching, You are Probably going to have to look at some Higher end Super C’s, Thor and others make some small 4WD B+ models on the Ford Transit chassis but I doubt if they are going to be a true 4 season rig. The super C’s are really awesome - but very pricey. Good luck in your search !!
I am looking for the same thing as you so I was wondering did you have any luck in your search finding a 4 x 4 or one that was Four Season ready? I do know that Quigley 4 x 4 conversions will convert a Class C motorhome to four-wheel drive. It is about $10,000 to $14,000 from what I am able to figure out but it seems like they have a good reputation and use quality original parts.
Why doesn’t this Rv have a built in inverter?
@@gary9080, it did not come with solar, and most things in the rig including the fridge are either 12 volt - or propane, so there was no factory power inverter in the rig. When I want 110 power or A/C - I have to plug into shore power - or fire up the generator - that said - NEXT video is me installing a whole house inverter and battery system that can even run the A/C for a number of hours !!! Stay tuned !!!
Great video!
Thanks for watching and commenting !!
Great hacks man! Thx
Thanks for watching and the nice comments !!
How many years can you finance this rv for?
Most RV loans are for 20 years, but we paid cash when we bought this unit. Thanks for watching !
Great review
What is price
We paid only $89,500 but the prices have went way up in the past year, you will pay well over $100,000, but if gas prices stay higher the prices will soon begin to drop for certain.
Great great video
Thank you
Thank you for watching !
Great Video
I learned something..thanks
Thanks for watching !
They make a extender for value stim
Why don’t you use the generator while driving
We do use the generator when we need the extra AC, but at $5 a gallon gas in California and 1/2 gallon per hour use in the generator, it gets expensive quick, but you are right - it’s one option. Thanks for watching and commenting !
good video mate
Good video!
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching !
Is that a Chevy engine?
The engine is Fords New 7.4 liter naturally aspirated gas engine, AKA “GODZILLA”. So far great motor, huge torque and power but decent mileage compared to the old Ford V10 that only got 6-8 mpg. Thanks for watching !
@@TheBlockPartyRV did you have a V-10?
@@prepperboss, I have driven a lot of the old Ford V10’s in a lot of equipment at the construction company I used to work at, like most of the Fords back then we had a ton of issues with them blowing the spark plugs out of the heads, same as the Ford 5.4. I think that issue was finally corrected by Ford, but the motor for a 10 cylinder it just didn’t breathe real well, and it only produced maybe 375 foot pounds of torque - in comparison my new 2.0 turbo 4 cylinder Jeep Wrangler 4XE Electric hybrid produces the same 375 foot pounds of torque. The new Godzilla is like 475 foot pounds, so other than a diesel, it’s a real good choice for hauling a lot of weight. If you watch my other video of the Coachman review, there is a Chevy V8 in that rig, and the owner said he gets like 7.5 mpg, and it’s a real small 22 foot rig.
@@TheBlockPartyRV but 6-8 on a V-10 is that really the industry average?
@@prepperboss, ya, unfortunately those older style V8’s and the Ford V10 pulling really heavy loads mostly all got less than 10 mpg, but the newer overhead valve engines seem to do a bit better, but that’s why so many people get Diesel’s where you can usually get 12-15 mpg or so.
Mechanical thermostat? A digital one is probably 20$ dealer cost. No excuse.
Yep, that is one of those corners that just should not have been cut, especially considering that it is not accessible most of the time. Thanks for watching and commenting !!
Just wait, it’s just like buying a car, it’s goes down. I bought a rv ,new, it worked good for the first few years. Then it starts going down, unless you can put it a warehouse it’s a sh1t show.
Actually, due to inflation this rig new is now $150,000 msrp, so I can still likely almost get what I paid for it a couple of years later ($86,400). And I knew stuff would break and require regular maintenance, but I own old classic cars so I am the type of guy who doesn’t mind a few things breaking and such here and there. But if a person is the type of person who isn’t very hands & DIY and can’t handle let’s say a small water leak on a road trip then one should probably not own an RV. Also - I am seeing that there is a HUGE difference between cheap rigs and expensive rigs in terms of the materials and components. My good friend bought a very cheap coachman rig - and he is at the 3 year mark and has had to replace the fridge, AC unit, and numerous small things due to breakage. I’ve had a few small things, but nothing “major” so far. Thanks for the honest and real comments.
@@TheBlockPartyRV it’s wrong to promise the moon and get a disappointment.Most people do not see the fakes.I miss my rv, but I do not miss the things that goes wrong, this is the out of doors, if you can cover it up, like a barn. Mine was Thor citation Mercedes sprinter. The box is the problem. They are make up of fiber board and wallpaper, the floors are vinyl, my seats were fake leather.
7.3
Great video
Thanks for watching !!