Installing New Power RV Steps - A NIGHTMARE MESS ~ Coachmen Sucks

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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024

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  • @KoJo-qh9od
    @KoJo-qh9od 3 года назад +34

    There are no RVs designed and built for future maintenance and repair. They are built as fast as possible with the fewest steps possible.

    • @jpinto9102
      @jpinto9102 3 года назад +5

      "fewest steps" haha..nice unintended pun

  • @Bruce-ub8dv
    @Bruce-ub8dv 3 года назад +12

    Wait you're surprised that a sticks and staples RV isn't made to be repaired. That's so cute. :)

  • @mikedoran4763
    @mikedoran4763 3 года назад +48

    One small step for Eric .... one giant leap for Jax.

  • @shawneeb3771
    @shawneeb3771 3 года назад +26

    I think what they want is not to be able to fix their RVs, they want you to have to bring it back to them to fix so they can charge you a year's paycheck. Just my humble opinion. Safe Travels.

    • @ScottMeister
      @ScottMeister 3 года назад +3

      I used to work in a Fleetwood manufacturing plant & all I can say is...You're not wrong! Although it wasn't a repair shop to fix problems, I saw how they were made from start (bare frame) to finish (out to the holding area for shipping) & they were *LITERALLY* put together with wood glue, staples & self-tapping or sheet metal screws. They are *NOT* made to last for any length of time!

  • @Itsthekellyschannel
    @Itsthekellyschannel 3 года назад +3

    The clock Radio is so cool, and it WORKS! 👍

  • @NinetyOneAdventures
    @NinetyOneAdventures 3 года назад +1

    I would love to have automatic steps....We have to open and close ours manually and they get stuck. Since you don't need your $11 Walmart step stool anymore maybe I'll use it LOL! Glad you got them fixed!

  • @RealRocdad
    @RealRocdad 3 года назад +13

    And my friend they'd never could have anticipated you coming all you had to do was cut the old lags off and put in brand new carriage bolts.
    Now you have a structural weakness that you're going to have to deal with.

    • @jeanburk9539
      @jeanburk9539 3 года назад +1

      Oh dont believe that, Eric😁😂💞💞💝

  • @joshw9037
    @joshw9037 3 года назад +14

    I had that radio when I was kid... I got in trouble for taking it apart and not being able to get it back together lol

  • @rjr-yp9uj
    @rjr-yp9uj 3 года назад +14

    Remember, that RV was designed for the Lippert steps. They assume you will buy an exact replacemnt if needed.

    • @paintingsbyjimhall
      @paintingsbyjimhall 3 года назад

      I am sure by now that maintaining an rv often means mods and imagination.

    • @rjr-yp9uj
      @rjr-yp9uj 3 года назад

      @@paintingsbyjimhall Of course, you are correct. But I said it was not designed for that purpose. It was designed for the parts THEY chose for price and ease of installation on the production line.

    • @gordonvorenkamp6306
      @gordonvorenkamp6306 3 года назад

      I think they are put together for road vibrations and sometimes they hold together better with hidden bolts versus more costs.

    • @rjr-yp9uj
      @rjr-yp9uj 3 года назад

      @@gordonvorenkamp6306 I think they are built as cheaply as they can get away with

    • @rjr-yp9uj
      @rjr-yp9uj 3 года назад

      @@gordonvorenkamp6306 I think, and this is just my how i feel, they build them as quickly and cheaply as they can.

  • @garyag45
    @garyag45 3 года назад +1

    Coachman doesn’t suck, RV MANUFACTURING SUCKS, they need to slow down about 10% and do things correctly. Get rid of the staple guns and get some screw guns. Among other things.

  • @bassiclogic
    @bassiclogic 3 года назад +2

    Lag bolts do not use or have nuts! Lag bolts are a spiral self tapping design screw!

  • @PopeyeFPV
    @PopeyeFPV 3 года назад +1

    8:30 Good to see Jax has accepted the new cat and hasn’t mauled him....He looks like Jax too! Good on you for introducing him slowly....

  • @russellhancock9765
    @russellhancock9765 3 года назад +5

    Now I see why people convert old School buses.

  • @barbwire65
    @barbwire65 3 года назад +1

    Cool, Mission accomplished on the steps.

  • @gtp2nv
    @gtp2nv 3 года назад +8

    Hold on a minute....... Did I see another cat on the other side of the litter box?!
    Or are my cat loving eyes playing tricks on me?!?! 😻 😹
    In fact.... I'm almost certain that was the cat you had in the April Fools video!
    BTW.... Love the Mickey clock radio! What a find!! It does look like it's missing a clear plastic cover over the clock though. Probably got yellow & brittle over the years. Because I don't believe those clock hands are supposed to be exposed. Still an amazing find though! 👍😁

  • @redeyetrucker67
    @redeyetrucker67 3 года назад +4

    It's a good thing you did plenty of research before you bought that high-quality coach

  • @akhamp1943
    @akhamp1943 3 года назад +2

    Glad you and your friends got your steps repaired.
    Eric you amaze me how you figure all that stuff out once you become determined. ☺
    Way to go.
    Always a good day when things work out well!

  • @MF-qw5wl
    @MF-qw5wl 3 года назад +1

    get a drill, drill out the timber on top of the bolt heads, remove the bolts with a screw gun and extension bit. Had this problem before on all sorts of projects and always works

  • @janisjoplin4735
    @janisjoplin4735 3 года назад

    I am absolutely convinced not to get into a complicated rv. what with all the necessary repairs, and my total lack of skills to fix them. A sprinter type van might be the most I could take on. You amaze me Eric.

  • @ourv9603
    @ourv9603 3 года назад +1

    ERIC,
    COACHMEN has the proud distinction of offering the
    cheapest motorhome on the US market.
    So, what's that tell you?
    !

  • @dbka_
    @dbka_ 3 года назад +8

    8:30 two cats? :o

  • @athiker7209
    @athiker7209 3 года назад +6

    I'm thinking, it's carriage bolts that you probably need. Not lag bolts.

  • @nanabettyg
    @nanabettyg 3 года назад +8

    The cardboard cutout of Mickey is a Nursery wall Hanging, there might have been 3 or 4 more pieces! Nice find today!

  • @texaslonestarrider
    @texaslonestarrider 3 года назад +1

    Great fix!

  • @thesuncollective1475
    @thesuncollective1475 3 года назад +1

    Congrats..well done perseverance wins the day again

  • @TheRetiredtech
    @TheRetiredtech 3 года назад +1

    Lag screws don't have nuts. Never heard of Lag bolts.

  • @brianlafave3837
    @brianlafave3837 3 года назад

    ERIC A few years ago you bought an old basic motor home that already had one foot in the grave, And yes all the bells and whistles on a basic unit have a preplanned life span, Now if you want to be serious find a PREVOST base unit ( that is one of the manufactures of highway coaches that have a million and a half plus mile expected live span). Then you go basic unit NO SLIDE OUTS quality on board diesel gen set, 1200 or 2400 x 24.5 highway tires again will run well over 200,000 miles before replacing,
    It will just be a basic unit quality built to run the highways and byways .
    Just a thought

  • @Teresa.McDermott
    @Teresa.McDermott 3 года назад

    those cardboard cutout characters were decorations for kid's walls in their bedrooms. that's why there is a hold on the back. that one may have been for a kid's bathroom. glad you got your steps fixed.

  • @mcirv44
    @mcirv44 3 года назад +1

    When I bought my last RV the steps went out on mr drive home from Maryland. All I had to do was replace the motor on the steps which was an easy fix.

  • @drifter19444
    @drifter19444 3 года назад +1

    Glad you got your steps fixed Eric! Drifter

  • @rubywingo6030
    @rubywingo6030 3 года назад +1

    If you ever decide to settle in one place you should open an RV repair shop! You definitely have the experience!!

  • @davidcordaro288
    @davidcordaro288 3 года назад +7

    Nothings ever easy, feels good when things are done though.

  • @sky02148
    @sky02148 3 года назад +1

    It's really nice to see you in such high spirits, great fid on the Mickey clock. Thanks for sharing and as always stay safe, safe travels, and God bless love ya Nancy

  • @AcmeRacing
    @AcmeRacing 3 года назад +5

    To replace the step on my old R-Vision trailer I had to take out the doorframe to get access to the bolt heads. It looks like your rig is built the same way.

    • @hjfox1
      @hjfox1 3 года назад

      Was just going to suggest the same!

  • @interestingcomments5178
    @interestingcomments5178 3 года назад +1

    ALL YOU EVER DO IS COMPLAIN AND CRY ABOUT YOUR RV..... Just kidding we love the content and the realism! Keep it up brother,

  • @lisa-fg8zh
    @lisa-fg8zh 3 года назад +1

    Luvin the cool thrift store visits!! Thanks for sharing 🤗

  • @kimizareborns6936
    @kimizareborns6936 3 года назад +1

    Great video love how you still over coming anything your rv throws at you. Eric you no matter what made it work.

  • @jwatkins5155
    @jwatkins5155 3 года назад +7

    Nomadic fanatic a few days ago: 'i never moan or complain'
    Nomadic fanatic today *first half of video is just one big complaint*

  • @davidfromtexas9681
    @davidfromtexas9681 3 года назад +1

    Freaking RV manufacturers. Slap it together and to hell with the customer. Almost all are guilty of this. If it lasted forever they couldn’t sell any new ones. Bastards.

  • @ladyinhotpink0575
    @ladyinhotpink0575 3 года назад +1

    Man Eric you are lucky to have friends like them. They will help you with anything 😄

  • @affromma
    @affromma 3 года назад +2

    Shouldn't you have learned by now the difference between a lag bolt and a machine bolt? a pontoon boat and a house boat?

  • @freedom8154
    @freedom8154 3 года назад +4

    Well done 👍🏻

  • @marilynrenaud1892
    @marilynrenaud1892 3 года назад +2

    Glad you were able to get your steps done. Love the Mickey radio... Very cool. 👍👍👍👍👍😁

  • @tracykozil5029
    @tracykozil5029 3 года назад

    Check out caravanboat. It's a camper/houseboat. It has hookups for land camping or wet for water. I see this in your future.

  • @Ferretlover64
    @Ferretlover64 3 года назад +1

    YAY Eric !!!! Congrats on the steps and Mickey gold !!
    Might I make a suggestion? When you are parked at a location, perhaps bracing the steps from the ground up to the bottom of the step to give it support might help them last longer?
    I am so happy for you !! that is great to have a chore completed and working so well !!

  • @EveningShadeLori
    @EveningShadeLori 3 года назад +1

    I have a Mickey Mouse waffle iron. 👍👍😎 that radio is AWESOME 👏

  • @HamMax444
    @HamMax444 3 года назад +4

    Quality and content of this video was subpar this time Eric. I like when you put a lot more effort into your videos

  • @gilbertarnold8666
    @gilbertarnold8666 3 года назад +1

    Great video thank you!

  • @markbajek2541
    @markbajek2541 3 года назад +1

    It's nice that you're in a big enough town to find some parts to help cobble together the RV steps. Imagine if you were in some town in the middle of nowhere..

  • @shimmyshamm
    @shimmyshamm 3 года назад +1

    I am in the market for an RV, and I will most assuredly NOT buy a Coachman!

  • @abefrohman1759
    @abefrohman1759 3 года назад +1

    They made a Mickey pizza cutter the matches the ice cream scooper.

  • @madgolf812
    @madgolf812 3 года назад +3

    Who is the second cat? It already appeared in the April fools video, am I right?

  • @lemoncrinckles
    @lemoncrinckles 3 года назад +1

    Aw, Jax looks like he's getting so thin. As far as the steps are concerned; after this I would never trust them to be there. In other words, always look first before you step out.

    • @gtp2nv
      @gtp2nv 3 года назад

      Did you notice the other cat sitting on the opposite side of the litter box from Jax?!
      Jax looked right at him/her in that clip! 😻😻

  • @thewanderingshores
    @thewanderingshores 3 года назад +4

    Did I see a new cat friend with Jax in that video? Did you finally find a friend for Jax?

  • @redsoxclover11
    @redsoxclover11 3 года назад +17

    I know you’re kidding about the house boat idea, but imagine the new content going from bay to bay up the coastline . Eric the sea captain doesn’t have quite the same ring to it 😂

  • @michellecastaneda4104
    @michellecastaneda4104 3 года назад

    You and many others are the reason why I didn't buy a RV. Too many problems. I have a high top van. I love it. No I don't have the room you do. But I don't have the problems you do. I'm really sorry you have to go through this. I live in Northern Indiana. I know how these RVs are builded. It's a joke. Bless you and I sure hope things get better for you

  • @tracydonnelly9913
    @tracydonnelly9913 3 года назад

    Great fix! Had to do same on my old Thor Hurricane.

  • @vangazmicvoyage5077
    @vangazmicvoyage5077 3 года назад

    Powered stairs, two motors for each slide out, fresh water pump, waste tank monitors, powered levelers, and on and on. These are complex machines with so many moving parts and wired devices. You have done a 180 degree turn in your travels. I saw you looking at that Bertha-like van the other day. Wistful for a simpler life with more time for travel and exploration instead of repairing that ranch home on wheels?

  • @MyMy-tv7fd
    @MyMy-tv7fd 3 года назад +1

    steps good, but will you please put some oil on the door hinges?

  • @drifter19444
    @drifter19444 3 года назад

    My steps on a Thor Windsport 33x have stopped working and are the same Lippert step. The steps are stuck out and a purple wire is hanging down under the step, and all the fuses are still good. It's been raining here and that's as far as I've gotten. Has anyone got any answers to this problem. The purple wire has a connector on the end, but I can't find where it could connect. The Lippert website says the purple wire is for the step light, but the light switch works. They say unhook steps and tie them up and take to a shop. That usually means a month in the shop. Has anyone run into this problem? If so please help. Thank you!

  • @TasteofRetirement
    @TasteofRetirement 3 года назад +2

    Good for you, Eric! You did the impossible and fixed that steps. Oh, just love that Mickey radio!

  • @groundchuck76
    @groundchuck76 3 года назад +14

    Back when I started watching for April Fools video, I honestly thought you were selling Miranda, and going back to a Class C.

  • @dkingsho
    @dkingsho 3 года назад

    Dude, that radio was way cool.

  • @handsonwithblg4949
    @handsonwithblg4949 3 года назад +1

    That is a pontoon boat , not , a house boat . Lag bolts are for wood , not metal . Glad ya got your stairs set back up Man ! Time to travel North !!👍👍 P.S. cool radio !!

  • @comicmikesilverageadams8360
    @comicmikesilverageadams8360 3 года назад +1

    Your friends are awesome. I'm an introvert so not many friends but life is good

  • @suedefringe
    @suedefringe 3 года назад +1

    I was hoping to drool over a dole whip ... lol 😆

  • @KayLee19676
    @KayLee19676 3 года назад +2

    I struggle with ALOT of items with my Coachman as well. I feel your pain. Everything I touch seems to need further drilling or cutting.. it's a nightmare

  • @jackiegardner7483
    @jackiegardner7483 3 года назад +3

    Never seen the clock radio before that’s very cool👍

  • @georgepurdyiii307
    @georgepurdyiii307 3 года назад

    IDK about your area but out west of you west of Springfield is Colan RV Sales. They are a salvage/junk yard for RVS.
    Ya outta check out them next time you need to replace a large part!

  • @TheDanVan
    @TheDanVan 3 года назад +10

    I'm waiting for Jax to learn how to turn off and on the stair steps.

  • @FeedScrn
    @FeedScrn 3 года назад +1

    They are making things harder to repair these days.... cellphones, laptops, cars, etc... See Louis Rossman videos - who is an advocate to the "Right to Repair" movement....

  • @markattardo
    @markattardo 3 года назад +3

    Careful Eric. All those Mickey's might attract another cat. Glad you got the step retrofitted.
    I don't remember good times fixing my parent's rv..or boat. Just sayin.

    • @gtp2nv
      @gtp2nv 3 года назад +2

      Look at the clip with Jax next to the litter box.... There's already another cat!! 😻😻

    • @markattardo
      @markattardo 3 года назад +1

      @@gtp2nv Exactly😉

  • @ericd2791
    @ericd2791 3 года назад

    hey eric, they build them so fast. coachman is know to build it as fast as they can. with parts that are crap.back in the 80s, they build super nice rvs & campers. maybe when it comes times for tires or something, just trade it in for a better class a. been more of a pain for you, vs haveing fun with it. jaxs is saying time for a new one dad.

  • @gman77gas
    @gman77gas 3 года назад +4

    Those are carriage bolts. You dont need to get at the head

    • @handsonwithblg4949
      @handsonwithblg4949 3 года назад +2

      AMEN !! LOL He could have just wrenched the nuts right off . LOL

    • @gman77gas
      @gman77gas 3 года назад +1

      They are not lag.

  • @autobahngringo
    @autobahngringo 3 года назад +2

    Anybody notice there are lots of decals missing on tator tot and Miranda?

  • @lulumiller1104
    @lulumiller1104 3 года назад

    🇬🇧🦋Well awesome video , day started out disappointing but what an awesome ending , new steps that work ... we know your frustration we have a kontiki 669 .. she is always throwing up problems , I now call her lucy lemon 🍋 but like I said to hubby we are slowly rebuilding her , I would not mind but only had 17000 miles on her . When we bought her .. it’s a love hate relationship.
    Love all the mickey stuff see a positive from the negative , if you had not stayed treasures wouldn’t not be with you xx take care huggles to Jax lulu and Paul 🦋🇬🇧

  • @pamhutzell8268
    @pamhutzell8268 3 года назад +5

    Thank God for friends

  • @lynnjennings8560
    @lynnjennings8560 3 года назад +1

    Glad Jax was there to supervise too!

  • @rmcnasty7319
    @rmcnasty7319 3 года назад

    Looks good. Thank you for sharing.

  • @richardbrowne1217
    @richardbrowne1217 3 года назад

    Why couldn't you just install a fold out stair case that fold out from the inside the camper? It's cheaper. Just a thought Eric.

  • @debraporter1797
    @debraporter1797 3 года назад +4

    So happy for you. Yeah new steps. You have good friends!

  • @HetteshWorld
    @HetteshWorld 3 года назад

    I'm glad you got your steps finally. You are so blessed with those talented friends.

  • @sheilacoleman8761
    @sheilacoleman8761 3 года назад

    Great Mickey finds especially the clock 📻 radio! Hugs for Jax!

  • @tammiemeadows5278
    @tammiemeadows5278 3 года назад

    Wow! That’s definitely something that would make my day. Glad you got those steps fixed with the help of good friends.

  • @naybur74
    @naybur74 3 года назад +1

    Just keep in mind past fixes that don't stay fixed, just call it "UNDER ERIC WARRANTY", But i think you got it this time.....fingers crossed!

  • @dianewolfe3056
    @dianewolfe3056 3 года назад +2

    It is not just Coachman I assure you, there is not an RV made with true craftsmanship in the last 20 years. Just glue them together and get them up the door.

    • @jjano2320
      @jjano2320 3 года назад +1

      Not just R.V.s

    • @tim2036
      @tim2036 3 года назад

      That's why I'm going to go for either a trailer or a slide in truck camper someday. Specifically interested in a fiberglass trailer like a Casita or Scamp.

  • @ajelsafi4040
    @ajelsafi4040 3 года назад +1

    Jax is looking slim, ever consider getting him a friend ?

    • @nomadicfanatic
      @nomadicfanatic  3 года назад +1

      Why yes, I have considered. Jax and I even talked it over. He's on board.

    • @sumpnspecl2
      @sumpnspecl2 3 года назад +2

      @@nomadicfanatic lol he don't like other cats usually tho!

  • @storychasing
    @storychasing 3 года назад

    Wow can’t believe, ok I can, that Coachman messed that up so badly. Glad you were able to figure out a custom fit. Looks good.

  • @JonnyDIY
    @JonnyDIY 3 года назад +1

    Your own personal "Stairway to Heaven" 💕👍

  • @Daniel28021991
    @Daniel28021991 3 года назад

    Cool clock radio

  • @salty6pence672
    @salty6pence672 3 года назад +2

    Gone with the Jacobs? Doesnt have that ring.

  • @artmatthes3559
    @artmatthes3559 3 года назад

    The quality control on all these recreational vehicles are horrible. I've had two of them. And I'll never own another one again. And they are right about putting them together they don't even think about what they're doing just slap them together. if you have to work on them you have to cut things out to get to nuts and bolts nothing is straight it's a mess and you better be mechanically inclined if you buy one of them things. I'm glad I don't own them anymore. I just go to the motel and in the morning I get up leave the key in the door and get in my car and go where I got to go. Life is good.

  • @russellsnyder5630
    @russellsnyder5630 3 года назад

    After watching you and Kevin, i don't think class A's are worth it. Like Kevin said when he bought his new big foot RV he misses a drivers side door so you dont have to worry about the step. Also the windshield is cheaper to replace in a class C or B.

  • @joycejohnson1396
    @joycejohnson1396 3 года назад

    God love those friends.

  • @lorrainegomez9395
    @lorrainegomez9395 3 года назад +2

    Why am i seeing two cats?at 8:31

  • @riversedgefarm86
    @riversedgefarm86 3 года назад +4

    1960s clock radio (checked ebay) 🙂 hi Jax man

  • @TheGAutomotiveAndMore
    @TheGAutomotiveAndMore 3 года назад +1

    I saw 2 cats in in there.

  • @waynewhiteday8431
    @waynewhiteday8431 3 года назад +5

    It will get better Eric start chasing 70 degrees and it will be better

  • @lavernbutler7291
    @lavernbutler7291 3 года назад +1

    👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 you got your step.
    Eric!!!!! 👍🏼

  • @victoriaheatherly5877
    @victoriaheatherly5877 3 года назад +1

    It must feel good to have good friends!