Definitely some great features, that’s want lead me to get my 2023 Jayco. The fit and finish could be better though. Odd my 2nd AC isn’t ducted but then it was installed by the dealer. The warranty is impressive but only if your dealer has a responsive service department.
I ordered mine thru my dealer. My good friend is the General Manager of sale. We added a second air conditioner to be installed by Jayco. It's a 2025 Jay Feather 29RL. 15,000btu in the living area and 13,500 in the bedroom. Coleman units.
Excellent review of Jayco. Thanks for your work. For the price point ($30,000 + Dealer Fees and Sales Tax)---Jayco's are by far the best RVs out there. If you are willing to spend $50,000 ---you can get an Outdoor's RV --which is much more robust. Here is the kicker....you can buy a USED 2021 (3 years old) Outdoors RV from the individual seller and pay 25-35K ------with No Dealer Fees or Sales Tax. Also if you want a true Offroad, Boondocking RV (100 gallon water tank and tons of solar)....check out Outdoor Rvs (Northwood Manufacturing). If you are going to just stay in RV Parks ---Jayco is the way to go. You can pick up a good quality used Jayco for 20K. Skip the dealer, buy from an individual ----hire an RV Inspector to come out and take a look at it ---or if you trust the individual---skip the inspector fees too.
The problem with the Goodyear tires, is if you have to lockup your brakes ( for someone who thinks you can stop on a dime ) they flat spot quickly because they have low tread depth. I have had to replace two of my and at almost $300 a piece that gets expensive. They need to look at a more rebust tread.
Another thing I forgot to mention is most of the Outdoors RVs WILL require a LARGER Truck to TOW. For example, A "20DB" Outdoors RV, which refers to the "Back Country Series MTN TRX 20BD" model, weighs approximately 6,155 pounds (dry weight). The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for this model is usually listed as 9,995 pounds. The 20DB is a No Slide Unit and is their smallest model ---25 foot long unit. Most of the Outdoor RVs will be at least 6000 pounds with a max GVWR of 10,000 pounds. So you will want a F-250, Dodge 2500...etc to pull them. Perhaps this is why Jayco dominates in the 1500 Truck department. Their units are decent quality, but are designed to be much lighter than the Outdoors RVs, allowing the average weekender with a 1500 truck to enjoy camping.
Maybe on Jayco's higher priced RVs they may do better work. But on our 2016 195RB I am finding if they would have spent a few dollars more putting it together I wouldn't have the nightmare I am dealing with. First when they put the toilet down spend in today's money a whole $6.48 for a wax seal or a rubber gasket with a horn attached not just a rubber ring. I would advise anyone who buys a Jayco to pull your toilet up ASAP very simple do and put a wax ring with a horn attached under the toilet. So, your floor does not rot out.
Definitely some great features, that’s want lead me to get my 2023 Jayco. The fit and finish could be better though.
Odd my 2nd AC isn’t ducted but then it was installed by the dealer.
The warranty is impressive but only if your dealer has a responsive service department.
I ordered mine thru my dealer. My good friend is the General Manager of sale. We added a second air conditioner to be installed by Jayco. It's a 2025 Jay Feather 29RL. 15,000btu in the living area and 13,500 in the bedroom. Coleman units.
Excellent review of Jayco. Thanks for your work. For the price point ($30,000 + Dealer Fees and Sales Tax)---Jayco's are by far the best RVs out there. If you are willing to spend $50,000 ---you can get an Outdoor's RV --which is much more robust. Here is the kicker....you can buy a USED 2021 (3 years old) Outdoors RV from the individual seller and pay 25-35K ------with No Dealer Fees or Sales Tax. Also if you want a true Offroad, Boondocking RV (100 gallon water tank and tons of solar)....check out Outdoor Rvs (Northwood Manufacturing). If you are going to just stay in RV Parks ---Jayco is the way to go. You can pick up a good quality used Jayco for 20K. Skip the dealer, buy from an individual ----hire an RV Inspector to come out and take a look at it ---or if you trust the individual---skip the inspector fees too.
The problem with the Goodyear tires, is if you have to lockup your brakes ( for someone who thinks you can stop on a dime ) they flat spot quickly because they have low tread depth. I have had to replace two of my and at almost $300 a piece that gets expensive. They need to look at a more rebust tread.
Will you please do a similar video for the Jayco Motorhomes?
I have seen many people have good luck with Jayco products and others who have had many issues with them.
Another thing I forgot to mention is most of the Outdoors RVs WILL require a LARGER Truck to TOW. For example, A "20DB" Outdoors RV, which refers to the "Back Country Series MTN TRX 20BD" model, weighs approximately 6,155 pounds (dry weight). The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for this model is usually listed as 9,995 pounds. The 20DB is a No Slide Unit and is their smallest model ---25 foot long unit. Most of the Outdoor RVs will be at least 6000 pounds with a max GVWR of 10,000 pounds. So you will want a F-250, Dodge 2500...etc to pull them. Perhaps this is why Jayco dominates in the 1500 Truck department. Their units are decent quality, but are designed to be much lighter than the Outdoors RVs, allowing the average weekender with a 1500 truck to enjoy camping.
Maybe on Jayco's higher priced RVs they may do better work. But on our 2016 195RB I am finding if they would have spent a few dollars more putting it together I wouldn't have the nightmare I am dealing with.
First when they put the toilet down spend in today's money a whole $6.48 for a wax seal or a rubber gasket with a horn attached not just a rubber ring.
I would advise anyone who buys a Jayco to pull your toilet up ASAP very simple do and put a wax ring with a horn attached under the toilet.
So, your floor does not rot out.
Jayco Lippert frames have had issues