Wow! You are so transparent. I wish you were nearby so I could have you walk me through a sale. I'm so discouraged at the moment not being able to get honesty and transparency from the dealer experiences I've encountered in the last few weeks.
Hello Uncle Josh 😀🖑! I enjoyed watching and listening to your interview today, you really know your stuff, thank you for being honest and not sugar coating anything, you made absolute sense my friend!👍🤗👍 I just wanted to hop in here and tell you that I really appreciate you, THANK YOU! 👏👏👏👏👏 Take care, Didi 😀🖑
I love the fact that Bish’s doesn’t sensor the content you put out. I think that makes us folks feel better when we purchase. I love the transparency in all of Josh’s videos. Great video folks !!! I still say bring a Bish’s to Southeast Ohio !!!!!
The RV industry is just bad. I just had a debrief with my independent inspector I paid for, to buy a brand new unit. He found, microwave not working, on demand water heater erratic function, bubbling roof, sewer pipe missing a brace, loose electrical connections at junction block, main entrance door not shutting level or sealing, loose trim in bathroom, caulk issues around top of tub surround. We walked around and saw this as he explained it to me and the sales manager. I turn to the sales manager and ask, "didn't you guys perform a PDI". Straight faced, he says, "we did". OBVIOUSLY they did not. This is not a mom and pop dealer. Thank god i hired an independent inspector but the fact I had to is reflective of the low bar the RV industry has set.
I've been watching Josh for a year now. I love the way he tells us just like it is. Glad you guy's got to interview him. I hope you guys stay as honest down the road. Good job 👍
I like Jayco products and i don't Buy slides or Any camper i can't fix myself .Josh is the best and so honest ,the most beneficial RV vloger to all of his viewers and newbies . The way Josh puts the information up on the RVs are so helpful to know and I screen shot that so I know all the weights .
Josh is the best. I made the first timer mistake buying a new RV that was too small and had to trade it in two months later for another. Fortunately, the second time was the right move for the right sized trailer.
Been watching Josh for several years. Not in the market to buy, but always ready to learn and to hear his dad jokes. Anyone who is rving, or thinks they might, needs to hear his take on different rvs and on industry happenings.
i would be in the market…but the cost of new rvs makes them out of my price range. dump all the electronics. i see the need for a better fridge. but i do not need a oven. forget a sky light over the shower. less chances of leaks. maybe factory mini splits not roof top ac units.
Five years after researching, and then buying, our TT, Josh being a huge part of our research, I am still watching his videos. His story at the start about weights is so true. We have a 1/2 ton, and I already knew we were maxed at 6400lbs behind us, and dealer claimed he could drop 10,000lbs behind it. We couldn’t leave fast enough.
Thank you for having this interview. I've watched Josh since before he was a Bish dealership. He's fantastic at what he so diligently works for. Enjoyed the interview. Thanks, KrazyKampers.
We bought an extended service plan from camping world on a brand new class A and after never being able to get it in (in California) for warranty work, we made them buy it back~thankfully hubby is super handy and Winnebago was fantastic about getting him pieces and parts for repairs
Oh my gosh!!! I feel like George Castanza. My worlds have collided! 😱 I’m fan grilling all over the place with you three. Joe I made the lemon egg pudding for the first time and it is RUNNY 🤷♀️ Josh you and Rachel in the same room 💥! Can’t wait for hubby and I to get an RV and see you all!!!
We’re big Josh fans and have been for years. His honesty is so refreshing! We really enjoyed the interview. Can’t wait to see what RV you guys are getting.
RVs are not the only homes that are in motion. I've been on a 25 year old, 28' long racing sailboat when the weather had been so poorly predicted that nearly half of an 80 boat fleet gave up before starting. We had winds gusting over 45mph and the "potholes" were six hours of eight foot tall waves. Nothing broke--because boatbuilders have learned these are the conditions they must meet. And it isn't so hard to do so.
I have watched Josh's videos for a few years now. Love my Rockwood 2109S and Josh's walkthrough played a big part in us deciding what would be right for us. Love the candor and the abundance of information that Josh gives. Keep up the good work!
Josh is awesome !! Great interview. Hey cracks me up all the time with his music references and old tv references. The iGo Evergreen was the RV we were going to buy, then they went out of business, just thought they had a lot of cool things. Bought an Open Range instead.
I live in Virginia and there’s a local Bish’s but they didn’t carry Jayco because of local dealer that did. I did get a great price from The Bish where Josh is, but shipping charges killed the deal, but loved the experience communicating with them. And one cool experience was when Josh called me to thank me during the process. Sadly, I only got the voicemail, but still a great experience, and wanted to thank Josh again, and thank you guys for this interview. Both of you are providing a priceless service, and wish ya’ll so much success, because then you’ll continue your journey and everyone benefits. I also love ROAD MODE BY JOSH. I wanted one that the bathroom could be used with the slide closed, but couldn’t get the perfect camper. We got a Jayco 263 RBS so not road mode friendly, BUT, it has the second door, so worst case, the bathroom is accessible by the second door. I’m also hoping if we could park with the slide towards the curb, we could put it out, or at least crack the slide enough to pass by at night to pee without having to go outside in the dark to get to the second door. Josh, keep doing what you do, keep refining what you do. Obviously, people love your videos. Everywhere we shopped, even nationwide over the phone, I’d mention seeing something from Josh the rv Nerd, and everyone knows who Josh is. That speaks volumes. I also appreciate Josh’s candor to admit other good dealersdo exist. I had a Jayco dealer 20 minutes from me, they used to be a family business forever, bought out by A&L RV, a family that owns several locations. That being said, my local place has better service than there other locations because the service department has the old manager and staff. That’s enough blabbing from me, thanks
Josh was an awesome get, Rachel and Joe. I'm thoroughly enjoying Josh's usual candid, nuanced perspectives and advice. Thank you for a very informative and entertaining interview.👍🏾
I found this looking for a different Josh video, but this video is perfect for sharing my circles that are thinking about dipping their toes into RV camping. Thanks for an such an excellent video!
Great video guys / i like the mileage conversion / why i was shopping for our fifth wheel the first thing id say to a sales man is, Hey we going to be towing this 10000mi show me what will hold up.
Just a thought. If you want to drive a boat, a car, a motorcycle or big rig, you have to earn that specific license. Shouldn't a person who wants to tow a small house with a vehicle have to, at the very least, be required to take and pass a basic course on towing safety? I personally, would like to see this become a thing.
We live in Pennsylvania, I think we’re coming to Bish’s when we get to the buying stage. That is 7 years down the road. Between now & then we are heavily researching (and hearing some horror stories), going to the Hershey Pa RV show this week for 1 day. Next years will probably be 3 days. We will be renting several styles of Class C as well. We won’t be buying new. Wow, talk about buying differences from cars to RVs!!!! LOL We are very interested in Class C’s that do NOT have slides. I want to see what the loss of floor space vs the cost of maintenance/repairs of a slide. Here a lot of horror stories on just this one component of an RV. The only thing I can say for certain right now is I am glad we have the time we need to do this right. See ya in 7 Josh!! 😊
Josh, I wish everyone would be honest and helpful on the WHAT TRUCK DO YOU HAVE TO TOW? That should be the first question to ask, not trying to sell the most expensive camper they can afford. Technically, my tundra should tow my Jayco 263 RBS with no problem, but I’m struggling with doing it comfortably. I have a top of the line Equalizer hitch, have towed cargo trailers 1,000 miles, etc. So, some honest fact finding and selling a camper that will comfortably tow, would create a great experience and a HAPPY CAMPER. To Josh’s point, we had a 1/2 ton truck with an 11’ camper, 5 people in that tiny thing, most fond memories of my entire life with my family. Keep in mind, 3 kids packed in that little bed over the cab. I wanted to rent one first to give my wife the first experience, but heard horror stories even from my friend that rented an expensive motor home, that the awning fell off during his trip, cost him like $1,500 to fix it on the road. That would have killed any future plans immediately!. As far as used, I was deathly afraid of a used rv. I’m taking a vintage rv restoration class so know how stick and tin are built, they leak after a period unless all cap rails and windows and doors are removed and resealed. And sadly, you can’t see water damage until it is too late. Many thanks to all of you
I wish there was a license requirement and/or training before you can even tow, and I have towing experience. Josh, not trying to challenge the master, but have to disagree somewhat? My Jayco has a tag right on the camper as you enter and generally says “this camper was designed for OCCASIONAL USE”, or something like that. Now, to contradict my thoughts, The companies know people probably don’t spend $150,000 on a massive 5th wheel for OCCASIONAL USE, LOL. Bottom line, they want to sell campers, but takes me back to both of you and thank you for all you do to educate us. I learn from every one of your videos. Josh, a lightbulb just went off in my head. Cars have so many years, so many miles warranty
Thanks for the great interview! KRAZYNERDS - Josh is the reason my wife and I just purchased the perfect RV (for us) and feel great about it. Can't wait to get out there.
I know it’s a lot of trouble and some cost, but the whole inspection idea, seems like a great win for all? The dealer doesn’t have the resources to inspect one like a paid inspector so if they can find issues up front, the dealer fixes them, provides proof they were fixed, everyone benefits. Imagine they find a major plumbing issue that will destroy someone’s dream with a flood, when it could have been eliminated it up front, and no black eye on manufacturer, dealer, sales guy, and no bad consumer experience. I wish everyone would realize a business can thrive by putting the customer first. If you want to debate that, go look at Costco’s success and their historical stock price. I’ve been a Costco member for 25 years, and never been disappointed, that says it all.
I find it telling maybe for back of a letter word but the new and exciting companies out there, Alliance and Brinkley, don't offer Towing safety features like anti-lock brakes and sway control. While a company like Grand Design that is getting bashed, whether rightfully so or not, is one of the leaders in Towing safety Perry
When people talk about tow vehicles they almost never talk about the safety that bigger brakes provide on a 2500 or 3500 pickup. Half tons will get it going but try and stop in.an emergency and all bets are off.
I first started looking at rvs the sales people always asked what I was looking at when I was on the ground. They only wanted to show the finishes. Finishes aren't much good if you can't make it to the campground.
Bish's requiring a Tech be with the inspector?? IE: Pay hourly rate to Bish's in addition to the inspector? And then does Bish's charge for a PDI as well? Anyone know?? I'm shopping for an Alliance and that is a hard stop if that is the case. Thanks.
your question of slides at a truck stop. FIRST. NEVER park where the commercial trucks park. They are required by law to stop every so many miles/ hrs. then need those parking slots. you as a rver can stop anywhere drive as many hrs as you want. please give way to the guys who bring every thing to you. these guys work on a very tight schedule and can not “fudge” there times.
I'd STILL like to know the basis for Josh's comment on an earlier video saying that a Keystone travel trailer warranty covered full timers even though rhe written warranty didn't say that. He never did answer my question asked of him three times.
There are too few actual companies it is a monopoly and they need to be broken up or foreign brands brought here. As a former owner of Forest River they need an overhaul along with Jayco.
If you want to pay cash, never tell them until after you agree on a price. Always make them think you will finance. Though they can not charge more if you pay cash, they will not give you the best price if they know you are going to. That's because they make money off your finance rates
@@2KrazyKampers thanks for the heads up. Kinda goes against some of the things we learned in financial peace many years ago. But if that’s their 🍞 and 🧈, I better keep my mouth zipped 🤐🫢until the end.
I think the manufacturer should do better education of all the do’s and don’ts. Much better to go into rv ownership with eyes wide open. Just something as simple as DON’T DRIVE WITH A FULL TANK. Not disclosed in some fine print, or not at all until something breaks, then not cover it and/or chastise the consumer after they do something you forgot to educate them on, lol
I agree. We have talked about this before. I think issues with RVs fall on the manufacturer, the dealers and the buyers. People need to educate themselves but dealers and manufacturers should help people understand what they can and cant do in the RV. People see "4 Seasons" and think they can go camping in North Dakota in December. Then they get upset when things freeze up and they blame the manufacturer. If the dealers would tell people "Hey, these are RV's are not designed to camp in sub freezing temps" people wouldn't have as many issues. Same goes for overloading, driving with full tanks, truck to tow with
Hey Krazy campers. I posted a comment on this full time subject matter. My 2023 Jayco 263 RBS says on a little plaque or sticker on the wall of the entrance door. Made for occasional camping/use/ or something like that. These were never designed for what people are trying to make them work for. I am a well informed consumer, built houses from scratch, taken an online course on vintage trailer restoration and have repaired a whole rotted out front and back of a camper. I took 4-6 months to shop, watch every Josh RUclips video on any camper we were interested in and he helped tremendously. I still want to believe Jayco strives for quality. Their frames are integrated on the trailers which common sense says is light years ahead of welded underneath designs that are failing right and left. I just wish rv companies and dealers would embrace the customer and their concerns not fight them. I wrote the largest check of my life, around $34,000 for a 263RBS. The retail was in the $44K range. For that kind of money, in theory, you should get some years of occasional use without any major problems. I’m sorry, Jayco does PDI so first if they have strict quality control, then only minor issues should show up on PDI, because humans are not perfect. I can honestly say, I think Jayco builds a quality camper, but not perfect. I saw one video and it wasn’t Jayco but maybe Forest River? $150,000 5th wheel, dream camper for this guys retirement and water poured inside when he ran the shower, etc. The poor guy had to drive it across the country to the factory and can’t remember what happened. Please WAKE UP PEOPLE. With social media spilling the beans like Grand Design frames, if these companies don’t get their act together, in a bad economy, they will all go under, and I’m not kidding. McDonalds is struggling to sell hamburgers in this environment. Wait until it gets really bad or a 50% stock correction and look out.
I agree. I think Jayco makes a decent product and try to do things right. After touring Alliance, they are another company that is trying, which is why we decided to become brand ambassadors with them. Alliance has a lot of quality control. Are they perfect, no, but they are constantly striving to do better and their motto is relentless improvement. You will see in an upcoming video some of their quality control tests. They have now installed a rain machine that subjects their units to 10,000 gallons of water to check for leaks, they run smoke tests in the lines and tanks and now they have an Earthquake machine that shakes each unit simulating driving down a rough road for 50 miles.
We were not paid by them. In fact, they didn't even know we were going to record anything. We showed up, picked a salesman (without telling him what to say), put a mic on him and started recording.
Great program but interesting difference between the on-screen hosts. The lady had a lovely smile and seemed quite excited to be doing the show. The man had a look of being constipated for a couple of years coupled with getting ready to take hostages somewhere. Josh does a great job with his channel.
*Hey thanks for having me!*
Hi Uncle Josh!! Yay! So good to see you here! Love you! 🎉❤🎉😊
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Thanks Nerd!!!
Wow! You are so transparent. I wish you were nearby so I could have you walk me through a sale. I'm so discouraged at the moment not being able to get honesty and transparency from the dealer experiences I've encountered in the last few weeks.
Hello Uncle Josh 😀🖑! I enjoyed watching and listening to your interview today, you really know your stuff, thank you for being honest and not sugar coating anything, you made absolute sense my friend!👍🤗👍
I just wanted to hop in here and tell you that I really appreciate you, THANK YOU! 👏👏👏👏👏
Take care,
Didi 😀🖑
Josh is a big reason I bought the tt I did. Thank you for having him. He’s an honest reviewer, something that’s rare as hen’s teeth in the rv industry
I love the fact that Bish’s doesn’t sensor the content you put out. I think that makes us folks feel better when we purchase. I love the transparency in all of Josh’s videos. Great video folks !!!
I still say bring a Bish’s to Southeast Ohio !!!!!
The RV industry is just bad. I just had a debrief with my independent inspector I paid for, to buy a brand new unit. He found, microwave not working, on demand water heater erratic function, bubbling roof, sewer pipe missing a brace, loose electrical connections at junction block, main entrance door not shutting level or sealing, loose trim in bathroom, caulk issues around top of tub surround. We walked around and saw this as he explained it to me and the sales manager. I turn to the sales manager and ask, "didn't you guys perform a PDI". Straight faced, he says, "we did". OBVIOUSLY they did not. This is not a mom and pop dealer. Thank god i hired an independent inspector but the fact I had to is reflective of the low bar the RV industry has set.
That’s why having the time to research is your first and BEST line of defense. 😊
I've been watching Josh for a year now. I love the way he tells us just like it is. Glad you guy's got to interview him. I hope you guys stay as honest down the road. Good job 👍
I like Jayco products and i don't Buy slides or Any camper i can't fix myself .Josh is the best and so honest ,the most beneficial RV vloger to all of his viewers and newbies . The way Josh puts the information up on the RVs are so helpful to know and I screen shot that so I know all the weights .
I agree. We just got to hang out with him for a couple hours today
I watch the Nerd all the time. Love his honesty and humor.
To me Josh is the EF Hutton of today's rv customer/owner. Thanks Josh.
Josh is the best. I made the first timer mistake buying a new RV that was too small and had to trade it in two months later for another. Fortunately, the second time was the right move for the right sized trailer.
Been watching Josh for several years. Not in the market to buy, but always ready to learn and to hear his dad jokes. Anyone who is rving, or thinks they might, needs to hear his take on different rvs and on industry happenings.
i would be in the market…but the cost of new rvs makes them out of my price range.
dump all the electronics.
i see the need for a better fridge. but i do not need a oven.
forget a sky light over the shower.
less chances of leaks.
maybe factory mini splits not roof top ac units.
It’s like watching a celebrity in my eyes 👀 Been watching sooo many Josh videos lately while we shop for our full timer 5th wheel.
Five years after researching, and then buying, our TT, Josh being a huge part of our research, I am still watching his videos. His story at the start about weights is so true. We have a 1/2 ton, and I already knew we were maxed at 6400lbs behind us, and dealer claimed he could drop 10,000lbs behind it. We couldn’t leave fast enough.
Thank you for having this interview. I've watched Josh since before he was a Bish dealership. He's fantastic at what he so diligently works for. Enjoyed the interview. Thanks, KrazyKampers.
Thank you for this interview. I love watching Josh’s videos! He is so honest and always has great information!
This is a FANTASTIC interview! Thank you Joe, Rachel, & Josh. The information you three shared and discussed is invaluable
Oh MY JOSH! What a great video guys!!❤
Great interview with Josh. He was a great resource when we shopping
Awesome interview! Great to hear the story of Uncle Josh!
We bought an extended service plan from camping world on a brand new class A and after never being able to get it in (in California) for warranty work, we made them buy it back~thankfully hubby is super handy and Winnebago was fantastic about getting him pieces and parts for repairs
Oh my gosh!!! I feel like George Castanza. My worlds have collided! 😱
I’m fan grilling all over the place with you three.
Joe I made the lemon egg pudding for the first time and it is RUNNY 🤷♀️
Josh you and Rachel in the same room 💥!
Can’t wait for hubby and I to get an RV and see you all!!!
We bought ours from Josh’s home store because of him, he showed us the good and bad of our Jayco 312 bhds, thank you both and thank you Josh!
We’re big Josh fans and have been for years. His honesty is so refreshing! We really enjoyed the interview. Can’t wait to see what RV you guys are getting.
RVs are not the only homes that are in motion. I've been on a 25 year old, 28' long racing sailboat when the weather had been so poorly predicted that nearly half of an 80 boat fleet gave up before starting. We had winds gusting over 45mph and the "potholes" were six hours of eight foot tall waves. Nothing broke--because boatbuilders have learned these are the conditions they must meet. And it isn't so hard to do so.
I have watched Josh's videos for a few years now. Love my Rockwood 2109S and Josh's walkthrough played a big part in us deciding what would be right for us. Love the candor and the abundance of information that Josh gives. Keep up the good work!
Josh is awesome !! Great interview. Hey cracks me up all the time with his music references and old tv references. The iGo Evergreen was the RV we were going to buy, then they went out of business, just thought they had a lot of cool things. Bought an Open Range instead.
I live in Virginia and there’s a local Bish’s but they didn’t carry Jayco because of local dealer that did. I did get a great price from The Bish where Josh is, but shipping charges killed the deal, but loved the experience communicating with them. And one cool experience was when Josh called me to thank me during the process. Sadly, I only got the voicemail, but still a great experience, and wanted to thank Josh again, and thank you guys for this interview. Both of you are providing a priceless service, and wish ya’ll so much success, because then you’ll continue your journey and everyone benefits. I also love ROAD MODE BY JOSH. I wanted one that the bathroom could be used with the slide closed, but couldn’t get the perfect camper. We got a Jayco 263 RBS so not road mode friendly, BUT, it has the second door, so worst case, the bathroom is accessible by the second door. I’m also hoping if we could park with the slide towards the curb, we could put it out, or at least crack the slide enough to pass by at night to pee without having to go outside in the dark to get to the second door. Josh, keep doing what you do, keep refining what you do. Obviously, people love your videos. Everywhere we shopped, even nationwide over the phone, I’d mention seeing something from Josh the rv Nerd, and everyone knows who Josh is. That speaks volumes. I also appreciate Josh’s candor to admit other good dealersdo exist. I had a Jayco dealer 20 minutes from me, they used to be a family business forever, bought out by A&L RV, a family that owns several locations. That being said, my local place has better service than there other locations because the service department has the old manager and staff. That’s enough blabbing from me, thanks
Josh was an awesome get, Rachel and Joe. I'm thoroughly enjoying Josh's usual candid, nuanced perspectives and advice. Thank you for a very informative and entertaining interview.👍🏾
I found this looking for a different Josh video, but this video is perfect for sharing my circles that are thinking about dipping their toes into RV camping. Thanks for an such an excellent video!
Glad to hear Josh mention Evergreen RV. We have one and absolutely love it! They were ahead of their time.
Great interview. Im geeking on Josh and 2 Krazy Kampers
Great to hear more from Josh!
❤👍I love Josh he’s truthful and honest!
Great video guys / i like the mileage conversion / why i was shopping for our fifth wheel the first thing id say to a sales man is, Hey we going to be towing this 10000mi show me what will hold up.
Great interview‼️. We love both of your channels
Very much enjoyed the interview! Well done!
Just a thought. If you want to drive a boat, a car, a motorcycle or big rig, you have to earn that specific license. Shouldn't a person who wants to tow a small house with a vehicle have to, at the very least, be required to take and pass a basic course on towing safety? I personally, would like to see this become a thing.
I agree
We like the video but had to laugh. Mrs Krazy Kamper has a nice happy smile and Mr Krazy Kamper looks like an angry psycho killer😂
Ha ha
Oh good it wasn’t just me thinking that. Lol😂
We live in Pennsylvania, I think we’re coming to Bish’s when we get to the buying stage. That is 7 years down the road. Between now & then we are heavily researching (and hearing some horror stories), going to the Hershey Pa RV show this week for 1 day. Next years will probably be 3 days. We will be renting several styles of Class C as well. We won’t be buying new. Wow, talk about buying differences from cars to RVs!!!! LOL We are very interested in Class C’s that do NOT have slides. I want to see what the loss of floor space vs the cost of maintenance/repairs of a slide. Here a lot of horror stories on just this one component of an RV. The only thing I can say for certain right now is I am glad we have the time we need to do this right. See ya in 7 Josh!! 😊
Great interview!!!
To Rent:
Rent an RV
You may need to rent a tow vehicle (know they are compatible)
Have a rented camp site waiting.
Josh, I wish everyone would be honest and helpful on the WHAT TRUCK DO YOU HAVE TO TOW? That should be the first question to ask, not trying to sell the most expensive camper they can afford. Technically, my tundra should tow my Jayco 263 RBS with no problem, but I’m struggling with doing it comfortably. I have a top of the line Equalizer hitch, have towed cargo trailers 1,000 miles, etc. So, some honest fact finding and selling a camper that will comfortably tow, would create a great experience and a HAPPY CAMPER. To Josh’s point, we had a 1/2 ton truck with an 11’ camper, 5 people in that tiny thing, most fond memories of my entire life with my family. Keep in mind, 3 kids packed in that little bed over the cab. I wanted to rent one first to give my wife the first experience, but heard horror stories even from my friend that rented an expensive motor home, that the awning fell off during his trip, cost him like $1,500 to fix it on the road. That would have killed any future plans immediately!. As far as used, I was deathly afraid of a used rv. I’m taking a vintage rv restoration class so know how stick and tin are built, they leak after a period unless all cap rails and windows and doors are removed and resealed. And sadly, you can’t see water damage until it is too late. Many thanks to all of you
Thanks folks for everything!
I wish there was a license requirement and/or training before you can even tow, and I have towing experience. Josh, not trying to challenge the master, but have to disagree somewhat? My Jayco has a tag right on the camper as you enter and generally says “this camper was designed for OCCASIONAL USE”, or something like that. Now, to contradict my thoughts, The companies know people probably don’t spend $150,000 on a massive 5th wheel for OCCASIONAL USE, LOL. Bottom line, they want to sell campers, but takes me back to both of you and thank you for all you do to educate us. I learn from every one of your videos. Josh, a lightbulb just went off in my head. Cars have so many years, so many miles warranty
Great video!
Joe’s reasoning on taking an RV to Alaska is one of the reasons why I don’t think we will ever put in RV camping sites here.
That was very interesting Thx 2kk and Josh❤
❤ that nerd!
All industries have at some point had to deal with “well, that’s the way we’ve always done it “
GREAT JOB!
Thanks for the great interview! KRAZYNERDS - Josh is the reason my wife and I just purchased the perfect RV (for us) and feel great about it. Can't wait to get out there.
I know it’s a lot of trouble and some cost, but the whole inspection idea, seems like a great win for all? The dealer doesn’t have the resources to inspect one like a paid inspector so if they can find issues up front, the dealer fixes them, provides proof they were fixed, everyone benefits. Imagine they find a major plumbing issue that will destroy someone’s dream with a flood, when it could have been eliminated it up front, and no black eye on manufacturer, dealer, sales guy, and no bad consumer experience. I wish everyone would realize a business can thrive by putting the customer first. If you want to debate that, go look at Costco’s success and their historical stock price. I’ve been a Costco member for 25 years, and never been disappointed, that says it all.
I find it telling maybe for back of a letter word but the new and exciting companies out there, Alliance and Brinkley, don't offer Towing safety features like anti-lock brakes and sway control. While a company like Grand Design that is getting bashed, whether rightfully so or not, is one of the leaders in Towing safety Perry
Great video
One point. The Rv industry meaning manufacturing does not want regulation and they fight hard not to have it.
Best tip....trash that 1500 or f150.Get at least a 2500 or 3500.Not much price difference in a 2500 or 3500.
When people talk about tow vehicles they almost never talk about the safety that bigger brakes provide on a 2500 or 3500 pickup. Half tons will get it going but try and stop in.an emergency and all bets are off.
I first started looking at rvs the sales people always asked what I was looking at when I was on the ground. They only wanted to show the finishes. Finishes aren't much good if you can't make it to the campground.
Amen. I want roadmode info. Really you need dog mode. I spend so much money getting my rv accommodating for my crippled dog.
Bish's requiring a Tech be with the inspector?? IE: Pay hourly rate to Bish's in addition to the inspector? And then does Bish's charge for a PDI as well? Anyone know?? I'm shopping for an Alliance and that is a hard stop if that is the case. Thanks.
I don't think Bishs charge extra but I may be wrong
They do not charge of the tech nor do they charge extra for the PDI. The price listed on the RV is the price plus taxes and tags
your question of slides at a truck stop.
FIRST. NEVER park where the commercial trucks park.
They are required by law to stop every so many miles/ hrs. then need those parking slots. you as a rver can stop anywhere drive as many hrs as you want.
please give way to the guys who bring every thing to you. these guys work on a very tight schedule and can not “fudge” there times.
I'd STILL like to know the basis for Josh's comment on an earlier video saying that a Keystone travel trailer warranty covered full timers even though rhe written warranty didn't say that. He never did answer my question asked of him three times.
There are too few actual companies it is a monopoly and they need to be broken up or foreign brands brought here. As a former owner of Forest River they need an overhaul along with Jayco.
That’s one of the reasons we chose Alliance, they are a private company
True
when will bish open a reno/ sparks nv lot?
I. have no idea, we don't work for them. I'd love to see one in Florida
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I wonder if some of this info is different for those who pay cash.
If you want to pay cash, never tell them until after you agree on a price. Always make them think you will finance. Though they can not charge more if you pay cash, they will not give you the best price if they know you are going to. That's because they make money off your finance rates
@@2KrazyKampers thanks for the heads up. Kinda goes against some of the things we learned in financial peace many years ago. But if that’s their 🍞 and 🧈, I better keep my mouth zipped 🤐🫢until the end.
I think the manufacturer should do better education of all the do’s and don’ts. Much better to go into rv ownership with eyes wide open. Just something as simple as DON’T DRIVE WITH A FULL TANK. Not disclosed in some fine print, or not at all until something breaks, then not cover it and/or chastise the consumer after they do something you forgot to educate them on, lol
I agree. We have talked about this before. I think issues with RVs fall on the manufacturer, the dealers and the buyers. People need to educate themselves but dealers and manufacturers should help people understand what they can and cant do in the RV. People see "4 Seasons" and think they can go camping in North Dakota in December. Then they get upset when things freeze up and they blame the manufacturer. If the dealers would tell people "Hey, these are RV's are not designed to camp in sub freezing temps" people wouldn't have as many issues. Same goes for overloading, driving with full tanks, truck to tow with
Hey Krazy campers. I posted a comment on this full time subject matter. My 2023 Jayco 263 RBS says on a little plaque or sticker on the wall of the entrance door. Made for occasional camping/use/ or something like that. These were never designed for what people are trying to make them work for. I am a well informed consumer, built houses from scratch, taken an online course on vintage trailer restoration and have repaired a whole rotted out front and back of a camper. I took 4-6 months to shop, watch every Josh RUclips video on any camper we were interested in and he helped tremendously. I still want to believe Jayco strives for quality. Their frames are integrated on the trailers which common sense says is light years ahead of welded underneath designs that are failing right and left. I just wish rv companies and dealers would embrace the customer and their concerns not fight them. I wrote the largest check of my life, around $34,000 for a 263RBS. The retail was in the $44K range. For that kind of money, in theory, you should get some years of occasional use without any major problems. I’m sorry, Jayco does PDI so first if they have strict quality control, then only minor issues should show up on PDI, because humans are not perfect. I can honestly say, I think Jayco builds a quality camper, but not perfect. I saw one video and it wasn’t Jayco but maybe Forest River? $150,000 5th wheel, dream camper for this guys retirement and water poured inside when he ran the shower, etc. The poor guy had to drive it across the country to the factory and can’t remember what happened. Please WAKE UP PEOPLE. With social media spilling the beans like Grand Design frames, if these companies don’t get their act together, in a bad economy, they will all go under, and I’m not kidding. McDonalds is struggling to sell hamburgers in this environment. Wait until it gets really bad or a 50% stock correction and look out.
I agree. I think Jayco makes a decent product and try to do things right. After touring Alliance, they are another company that is trying, which is why we decided to become brand ambassadors with them. Alliance has a lot of quality control. Are they perfect, no, but they are constantly striving to do better and their motto is relentless improvement. You will see in an upcoming video some of their quality control tests. They have now installed a rain machine that subjects their units to 10,000 gallons of water to check for leaks, they run smoke tests in the lines and tanks and now they have an Earthquake machine that shakes each unit simulating driving down a rough road for 50 miles.
Have you ever purchased from Bishs
No
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How much did Bishs pay you
We were not paid by them. In fact, they didn't even know we were going to record anything. We showed up, picked a salesman (without telling him what to say), put a mic on him and started recording.
Or driving cross country with your propane on😮
No filming in finance 😂
It will be so awesome to see you talking to @travelingrobert he is also from south Florida and has an awesome RV traveling Channel!
Great program but interesting difference between the on-screen hosts. The lady had a lovely smile and seemed quite excited to be doing the show. The man had a look of being constipated for a couple of years coupled with getting ready to take hostages somewhere. Josh does a great job with his channel.