Cruise America - Review and Walk through of 25' standard 5 passenger RV

My wife and I have rented these RV's several times. We really like them. We had a few questions that I couldn't find answered anywhere online so I made this video to show some of the features/walk through/operations of the standard Cruise America rental RV. If you have any questions feel free to ask in the comments. We'd be glad to help other renters. Drive safe, have a great trip, and if this video has been helpful to you please "like" and "subscribe". Thanks!
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Safe travels!

[@CompTechMike]

If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please "like" and "subscribe" to my channel. It really helps me out a lot. Also check out my more recent walk through videos, including one of the latest 2021/2022 model RV's, available here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OloHRmrZp5pdk Thanks!

[@richardcline1337]

Seeing all of the things on this RV sure brought back some fond memories. My late wife (20+ years now) and I had an older 27' Allegro, 1978, that we refurbished on the inside and did a few upgrades to the electrical to make it more convenient and safer. We spent many memorable hours in that old coach. It was almost a given that any three-day holiday weekend was going to find us out on the road with it. When we bought the house I'm living in now we installed an electrical outlet on the side of the house to plug the RV into house power and also added a sewer receptacle to our septic tank so that we could dump our grey and black tanks once we came back from a trip. We sold the RV just before she was diagnosed with cancer as we were in the process of doing some remodeling on our home and just didn't have time to use or maintain it. I have often wished I still had that old coach just to get away and enjoy some time away from familiar surroundings. One thing I will tell you is if you are married to not just your partner but your best friend, RV'ing can be the most fun you can ever have. RIP, Kitten.

[@CompTechMike]

Great comment! Thank you so much for watching my video, and I'm sorry for your loss. Hope you're able to get back out there someday. :)

[@pwrs7]

Thanks Mike for taking the time to do the walkthrough. It is very helpful for me as I am about to rent an RV for the first time in my life in Florida and learnt a lot from your video.

[@CompTechMike]

I'm glad it was helpful! Good luck and safe travels. :)

[@TheSouthernPilot]

Very well done, and I liked that you explained every feature on the camper! Good job!!

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jkincaid6303]

Excellent - appreciate this as we’re about to rent for our first time this weekend.

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks!

[@annettedelaney4899]

This is extremely helpful. In addition to watching your awesome video, I read many of the questions and responses. Thank you for doing this.

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful!

[@carlinnguyen8688]

This video was very informative. To show my appreciation I restarted the video to let the two ads run all the way through as I read through all of the questions and comments :) I've never RV'd before and was thinking about how renting one of these so this video helped answered some questions I always wondered.

[@CompTechMike]

Haha, thank you so much! I was furloughed from my job recently due to Coronavirus and have applied for over 70 positions, and only gotten one interview so far. The economy is kind of scary right now and no one in my area is hiring, so that KZbin ad revenue sure helps. Thank you! 👍👍

[@Imag1na710n]

Great walkthrough. We purchased one of these vehicles used and it's been great. Drove it across the country and back. It's a very easy to use and easy to maintain vehicle.

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! Glad to hear it's been working out so well for you. We hope to be able to buy one someday, as well. 😀

[@chocolatized]

Seriously the best review and walkthrough. Thank you!! I am so intimidate by RVs and this helped me ease some anxiety about it

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! Glad to help. I plan to put up a video of the larger 30' RV in a few weeks. Have a safe trip!

[@87bones87]

I was a teenager the last time i went camping. My parents always had us in an rv. I want to get my wife and kids into RVing. Although I feel very comfortable operating an RV, this is a very good video for first timers and a refresher for those that haven't been out in awhile. Great work!

[@CompTechMike]

Thank you! It is so much fun. My wife and I try to take an RV trip every summer. Hope to own our own someday. Enjoy, have a great time with your family and stay safe out there! 😀

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks for checking out my Cruise America walk through video. Two of the most common questions we get are "how much does it cost?" and "what sort of mileage do you get?" Because of the general nature of these questions it's impossible to give an exact answer. Regarding the price to rent, there is no "fixed price". There are many variables involved. For example: what model/size RV you are renting, how far you plan on driving, if you are renting during "peak" or "off peak" season, how far in advance you make your reservation, whether you're using the generator (which has an hourly usage charge), if you need any optional extras (such as cooking kit or bedding kit), etc. Also they do periodically offer deals and specials if you get on their email list. I like to compare it to the price of a nice hotel ($90-$300 per night), with the bonus that you get your own full kitchen and can bring your pets along. Your best bet is to go to the Cruise America website where you can select from the available options to get a better idea of cost: www.cruiseamerica.com/rv-rentals Regarding the mileage, in our experience we averaged around 12-14 mpg with the 25' RV and around 8-10 mpg with the larger 30' RV (slightly higher with the newer vehicles due to more efficient engines and transmissions). Again, there are many variables involved such as how much weight (including people and equipment) you are carrying, whether you are driving across flat terrain or up & down mountains, highway or city stop-and-go traffic, and of course how heavy your foot is! 😉 One other consideration is if you are running the generator while driving (for example: to run the rooftop AC to cool passengers in the back) the generator also draws from the main fuel tank. As a safety feature (to prevent you from running out of gas) it will not turn on if the level of gas in the tank is too low. We also have a newer walk through video showing some of the 2021/2022 vehicle updates here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OloHRmrZp5pdk Hope this helps!

[@theopoliswaters2405]

MIke, you did a lot in helping me decide whether to rent the standard or compact unit from Cruise America. Super Kudos to you.

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! Glad to help. 😊👍👍

[@johndisher8763]

My dad and mom took me and my friend across America 🇺🇸 in a 25' class C. 16 years old and will never forget one of the best times of my life. Thank you mom an dad

[@CompTechMike]

That sounds like a great trip! Wish I'd been able to do that at 16. #jealous 🤣

[@JeffHoots]

Getting ready to rent for the first time, this helps us decide to use Cruise America over one of the peer-to-peer options. Seems more convenient and user friendly. Thanks!

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! We're a little nervous about things like Outdoorsy. It's nice having all of the resources/training Cruise America offers, especially for first-timers. Have a safe trip! :-)

[@dahak972]

I saw a very compelling video recently about purchasing this company’s used models. The company upgrades these things with better fabrics and better hardware. They also take great care with all of the maintenance schedules. Great video!

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks for the comment! I've seen their used RV's go for less than $30k. You can add an awning at time of purchase, as well. Seems like a great deal for a "no frills" RV that can easily be maintained and upgraded by the new owner. I'm definitely thinking about buying one someday! :-)

[@cindykurneck]

This has been extremely helpful! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this!

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful!

[@CamberHill]

Thanks for taking the time to inform us on all the details.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome!

[@lonestarhomestead]

Thank you very much for making this video! I'm going to rent a 30' RV soon and this was very helpful.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful. :-)

[@tracyf.1148]

THANK YOU!! It is so much easier to get an idea in a walkthrough! Pictures don't tell the story.

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Sparkles1331]

Thanks for this tour! We are thinking about renting one!

[@CompTechMike]

You should! :-)

[@rossrichstone6015]

We rented this RV in 2016 for a trip to Indy. It was our first experience with Cruise America. Most of the details shown are accurate. The upper sleeper compartment is invaluable! First, the kids get a bit of privacy, even though its small, but it also lets you keep the dinette table open all the time for much needed table space & seats. I can’t see having more than 4 people in this model. Compared to other rental companies, they are fine, but realize the stores are independently operated & your experience will vary greatly. In 2017, we rented again from Cruise America, but this time the larger 30 ft model. What a difference! For about the same money, you get a larger bed in the back, a sofa, & generally more room. The biggest difference was driving. We noticed side winds would push around the 25 ft version, while the 30ft, had no issues. Both drove the same & had similar gas mileage at around 10-12 MPG (NJ to Indy & back) It’s a shame more companies do not rent these because the Cruise America RV’s are pretty basic. There is no awning, no slide outs, & no TV’s & DVD players. All the other smaller companies offer these amenities. Overall, good experience, but now I’d like to see alternatives.

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks for the comment! We plan on renting the 30' model our next time, as well. It's just me, my wife, and our dog, but I'd like to see if the extra room is helpful. I'd also like to get practice driving a 30' vehicle since we hope to own one someday. :-)

[@noellearmour7327]

The bed over the cab is a queen so quite a bit of room. The headroom is quite small.

[@lolalang3710]

How many days did you rent and how much was it?

[@kylekrynicki]

Im glad I went with the larger one now.

[@rossrichstone6015]

@@kylekrynicki This past year we rented from Roadbear RV. For not much more, you get an 2022 units, 2 slides (never rent an RV without one) an awning, TV's w/Sat TV, & DVD. Nice people too!

[@alvashoemaker8536]

I've just got to rent one of those...!ABSOLUTELY AMAZING...GOOD JOB!! GOOD REVIEW!! THANKS... 😃👣

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! 😁

[@christinewainwright1178]

What an informative video I am from the uk 80 years old toured with caravan for forty three years. My son who will be driving has also toured with caravan for many years. He now drives an ambulance.i have warned him it does not have blue lights ha ha. We will be travelling in Montana, Yellowstone Idaho and Washington. Really looking forward to it. Cheers. Christine

[@CompTechMike]

Fantastic! Safe travels. :-D

[@toekneediaz]

Great video! I really appreciate you for making this and sharing it with us all. It is difficult to find testimonial information on the cruise America RV’s. This is extremely helpful. Thank you!

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful. I just made a newer video on the 30' rental RV. Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4uQeJxsiLZ0fa8

[@1tssen]

Super helpful walkthrough! We are picking up our rental tomorrow and wanted to get an idea of the storage space. Thanks again!

[@CompTechMike]

Nice! Glad this was helpful. 😁

[@NewVisionLCS]

Thanks Mike, really informative.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome!

[@ericwilner1403]

Very helpful! We're preparing for our first ever RV trip: three humans, three large nervous felines, one way from the SF Bay Area to East Tennessee. Having a handle on the cargo space, cooking capabilities, and so on is just the sort of thing we need right now. (That, and a good weather forecast for the last week of the year.)

[@CompTechMike]

Fantastic! Glad to help. 😀. Have a safe trip!

[@1night1day]

have you completed your trip? if so, how did it go? im looking into ways to do a cross country move with 2 spazztastic cats and im considering renting an rv too

[@bradleyelledge2148]

Thanks so much for doing this thorough intro video. Extremely helpful to us nervous first timers. Well done!

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! Appreciate the comment. Have a safe trip!

[@johnhyatt1579]

We loved it... going again so thanks for the help & heads up

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! Glad you had a good time. 😀

[@jonthebru]

I've rented from Cruise America 3 times, the 19 ft model once and this model twice. You did a good walk around. These are nicely setup, worth it as a practical way to go RVing without owning an RV.

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! They don't have the 19' model at my location. Would love to see one someday although I know my wife would want more space than that, LOL. ;-)

[@jonthebru]

@@CompTechMike the 19 ft. Isn't a dually and there isn't much outside storage. It would be interesting to know the fuel savings for this smaller model.

[@moinester1952]

My wife and I are renting the CA standard RV for our first RV trip. This video was more helpful on how to prepare than anything on the CA website. Thanks.

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful! Have a safe trip! :-D

[@ramonaedwards5338]

Thank You very much for this. Planning our 1st RV trip

[@CompTechMike]

Fantastic! Have a safe trip!

[@kellyroja13]

Thank you so much. Perfect explanation. We leave soon in this same camper and couldn’t find any video info until I found yours. Even CA didn’t explain it as well. Safe travels.

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful! Have a safe trip. 😀👍👍

[@trishaaldana]

Wow this video will be extremely helpful for me to pack and plan accordingly. Thank you!! I camped a lot growing up, however, as an adult I have not camped much which has turned me into “more of an indoor girl” 😂 so I will be packing my 500 thread count sheets. 😂 Seriously...this video is awesome...thank you so much for taking the time to do this!!

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! I'm glad the video was helpful. Have a safe trip!

[@dongodwin2144]

This is how my wife and me started out with one of these . Did it twice (upstate ny) we are from the Boston area and are now in a 38 ft 5th wheel, been in it going on 4 years , snowbirding in Florida. Definitely recommend doing this first

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! What model 5th wheel do you have? We looked at the Montana, Wildcat, and Raptor at a recent RV show in my area. Great deals on trailers but the trucks to pull them seem so expensive! :'(

[@playboymaxim]

@@CompTechMike LOL that's usually the case! Great informative video by the way

[@robertfiggins5416]

GREAT INFORMATION and EXCELLENT COMMENTARY! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Glad to help. :-)

[@caciquev3818]

I’m planning on renting one this summer and thank you for the video it help with some of my questions.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Glad it helped. :-)

[@chrissong8616]

How much is it to rent per day?

[@joesmith3279]

I got a quote from Cruise America when I went to rent a class C this year. Frankly their prices were very high. I end up renting direct from an owner via one of the RV rental by owner sites. It was a good experience and I saved myself a fair amount of money. Just be warned though. There are lots of unresponsive owners on those sites and some that did respond were downright rude.

[@CompTechMike]

We book in advance and pick "off peak" days and can usually rent for around $85/night. This works out to be a lot less expensive for us to travel with our dog. Looked at Outdoorsy and similar sites but have a lot of concerns about renting someone's personal vehicle, as opposed to from a corporation. Obviously YMMV. Good luck! 😀

[@corilee4019]

Thanks for the tour. Great information!

[@CompTechMike]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gabrielesabbatino2460]

Thx for the detailed tour!

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! 👍

[@ashleylbuzzard]

Thanks for the video! You really did a great tour and answered some questions we had that we couldn't find answers to otherwise. We're going to be renting our first RV and taking a trip next May--so this was super helpful.

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! Glad to help. Have a great trip! :-D

[@ftkinsella]

Great review. Thanks. Might be a good idea to rent and try the nomadic lifestyle before selling everything and jumping in all the way. Cheers!!!

[@CompTechMike]

Safe travels!

[@bcherzog]

very helpful. Thanks for taking the time to educate the rest of us

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome!

[@pmackenzie415]

Really nice video Mike, thank you! It is so hard to find great walk-throughs. Happy Trails!

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful! Stay safe out there. :)

[@bfmercorelli]

Hi Mike. Thanks for the great video. We haven't been RV'ing before but are looking into it for a summer trip. If anyone out there has experience traveling in one of these with a family of four, I'd appreciate if you would comment about how things worked out with the 'cab over bunk' and the table that converts into a bed, which I haven't seen in use. Thank you!

[@weiyuzhu4097]

Thank you for the video. Does the RV have a rear camera?

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Thank you for the comment. No, it does not. Best to use a spotter if you need to back up. Have a safe trip!

[@discoepfeand]

My kid wanted to know what an RV is, and this was a great tour to show him. Thank you.

[@CompTechMike]

That's adorable! Glad to help. 😊

[@cynthiaarmstrong7972]

Very helpful! Tells you exactly what you need to know if you’re not familiar with this type of RV

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful! :-)

[@CompTechMike]

7/22/2020: Just wanted to say thanks again for everyone watching my video, sharing your questions and comments. I'm hoping to do a follow up video next month with the larger 30' rental RV and can hopefully address some additional questions in that video. Hope everyone watching has a great trip and is staying safe out there! 😀

[@territurner1234]

Thank you for the walk through. My husband and I are considering buying a used RV from Cruise America and drive to Pennsylvania. This video helps a lot.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! I hope to buy a used one from them someday, as well. Supplies are pretty limited right now because so many people are buying them due to Coronavirus. Good luck! 😀👍👍

[@noellearmour7327]

Mike Smith Thank you Mike for this awesome video. Very well done! We are a CA dealer in Fairfield, Ohio. I am planning on making a video similar to yours but for the time being I will direct people to watch yours. I will ask then to ask just questions so as not to bother you. Looking forward to your 30’ video.

[@neallionaireLV]

Thank you Mike.

[@betthinafreeman5521]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.

[@garyausher]

And their website says pet friendly, very nice!

[@CompTechMike]

Yup! We had no trouble at all bringing our little dog along. So much easier than flying or staying in a hotel. 😀

[@noellearmour7327]

We are pet friendly but you much get ALL pet hair, dander, etc out of the vehicle to avoid extra cleaning charges. We suggest taking the vehicle home, unloading and then let the hair settle. After a few hours, vacuum ALL areas of the RV including under the driver’s and passenger’s seats, over the cab, fridge and freezer, microwave, stove top, shower and bathroom.

[@vennilaramyesh]

Very helpful...thanks a ton ! I am going to attempt my RV rental next week...

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! Have a safe trip!

[@kw2782]

Thank you so much for making this video! We just rented one for November and this really helped us feel like we made the right choice.

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Thanks for checking out my walk through video. This is one of my older ones; I've also got a more updated video showing some of the features of the 2021/2022 model year vehicles here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OloHRmrZp5pdk Safe travels!

[@robertabell8406]

I am going to rent one in July. How did the air conditioning perform?

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! We didn't use the roof AC on our most recent trip, but used it on the two prior trips (where we had shoreline power). I'd say it works well enough. It's a bit noisy, and takes some time to cool down the entire inside. Also if you turn it off or open the door it will warm up again pretty quickly. It's adjustable and makes a good "white noise" for sleeping. This was just with the two of us and our dog. If you have five or six people in there and they're all moving around, doing cooking, or anything like that, it may feel a bit weak for you. That said, it does cool off the inside sufficiently to make a noticeable difference during warm weather. Park the vehicle in the shade (if possible) helps a lot, too. Have a great trip!

[@ryepit5775]

Hi Mike, thanks for the review. We are planning a trip for 10 days, renting the standard RV of 25 feet. We would like to don't use the campgrounds and save some money and have some freedom. How long will work the battery for the fridge and the heater without connection...one night, couple nights? Is the solar charger working to refill the battery? What about the long lasting of the water and grey waters that we have to dump? and last one, is there any problem to park in the cities? Thanks!

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Thanks for the comment. The fridge in these rentals (and in most RV's, these days) can be powered by either propane or electric. It will switch over automatically, depending on the availability of electricity. Make sure your propane is filled before starting your trip since it can be more challenging to "top off" once you're on the road. The longest we've camped without hookups is three days. We had no problems with power, propane, fresh water, or the black water tank. We only used the generator for about an hour. Where we did run into trouble was the gray water. Fresh water capacity is 40 gallons, but the gray tank only holds 25 gallons, and after three days of us showering, washing dishes, etc., the gray tank was completely full. Obviously if you don't shower and wash dishes as frequently, or use campground facilities, that won't be a problem. That was just our experience. Personally I go camping to avoid cities and couldn't imagine trying to park one of these in a major metropolitan region like Washington, DC, but I suppose it would be possible if you can find a large enough spot.

[@onemanswrld]

Thanks so much for this informative video...answered many of my questions!!

[@CompTechMike]

You are so welcome!

[@davidlauth7509]

This is great - we're about to rent with CruiseAmerica for our first RV trip, and this was very helpful.

[@CompTechMike]

Fantastic! Have a great trip! 😁

[@georgemartin4963]

Where do put the trash bin?

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Thanks for the comment. You have a good point - there isn't really a good place for a trash bin. What we do is tie a bag to the closet door next to the fridge. I'd imagine other people have similar creative solutions. 😀

[@renezuniga6525]

Roughly what does one of those cost to rent ballpark

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Thanks for the comment. I would suggest going to their website and checking out some of the pricing options. What you're asking has a lot of variables involved. For example, what time of year you book, how far in advance, how many miles you drive, if you use the generator, order the optional kitchenware kit or blankets kit, optional insurance coverage, etc. Too many options to lay out in a KZbin comment. It might be a couple hundred bucks for a weekend, or a thousand or more for a cross-country vacation. Good luck, have a safe trip!

[@williamcrowe3304]

Thanks for video, renting a 25 in a couple of weeks for a family trip around Utah and Wyoming, great info.

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful! Have a safe trip! 😀👍👍

[@Buddy69Love]

Thank you Mike for the Cruise America 25' RV review. My neighbor just left on vacation in 30' RV🚎

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! Glad you liked the video! 😁👍👍

[@notnamed8926]

Hey! We were thinking of renting an RV for our trip to Yosemite. Question: Does the generator have a separate fuel tank? For the generator, does cruise america provide the oil for the generator?

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Thanks for the comment. The generator uses fuel from the main gas tank. It's pretty efficient, think it only uses around a gallon an hour. There's also a cut-off so it won't completely drain your gas tank of you forget to turn it off. Cruise America will reimburse you for oil, just bring them your receipt.

[@CompTechMike]

@@rhettlawrence3400 Hi Rhett! Thanks for the comment. So, there's two air conditioners in the vehicle. The first is for the cab. It operates like a normal vehicle air conditioner, i.e., you can only turn it on when the engine is on. It does a fine job cooling the cab but doesn't do much for the back. The second air conditioner is the one you see on the roof of all RV's everywhere. It only operates when the vehicle is plugged into shoreline power (like at a campsite) or when the generator is running. Cruise America does charge $3.50 per hour for generator use, and recommends you check the oil in the generator periodically when using (just like checking the oil in the lawn mower). So if you're going somewhere where it gets hot at night that doesn't have power, yes - you will need to run the generator to run the rooftop AC. One tip: try to park in the shade, if you can, since this helps keep interior temperatures down during the day. Have a safe trip!

[@CompTechMike]

@@rhettlawrence3400 That is correct, yes. It's a frequent discussion on some of the RV forums - how often do people run the generator while driving? A lot of folks do run them for people in the back while driving. Personally I never had a need because I don't travel with anyone besides my wife and the dog. 🤣 I guess it's going to have to be one of those "try it and see" kind of things. Open the windows may provide enough ventilation? Good luck, have a safe trip!

[@vanmamawannabe6360]

Oops, another question please, would you consider buying one of these from Cruise America? Do you think Cruise America takes care of them well mechanically?

[@CompTechMike]

Hi again! I've looked at the ones Cruise America has for sale. They typically turn them over once they get past 100k miles and sell them for around $30k. $30k for a basic RV seems like a really good deal to me. Sure, the interiors are pretty basic, but if I bought one I'd rip that out and replace with Ikea furniture anyway, LOL. Mechanical components you'd probably want to have checked over thoroughly. I don't think they do a whole lot of mechanical work at the retail locations. They may cycle them through a central shop, or something, but I didn't even see any oil changes or tires changed in the retail store locations. You'd almost certainly need to change all the fluids and put good new tires and alignment on them if you buy one. On the bright side I think them being pretty common is a good thing. Spare parts for maintenance and repairs should be pretty cheap. If you're good with tools you can probably do a lot of that maintenance yourself.

[@CompTechMike]

How funny, I actually just saw this link today. These folks do a nice walk through of a sale unit: www.motor1.com/news/379903/should-you-buy-rental-motorhome/

[@jonthebru]

They are maintained well and they do provide maintenance records. When you go buy one they have several on the lot (I was in Mesa, their headquarters.). You are able to go through each one and choose the one you want. On a decently maintained Ford V10 140,000 is nowhere near the end of the line. Things like front end alignment or shocks and struts may need some love. They are bullet proof for newbies and have all you need in as simple a way as possible, that allows you to make it your own. They offer an extended warranty on the drive train and the house parts like water heaters or furnaces. If you buy that and the fridge fails that would pay for it.

[@vanmamawannabe6360]

John Bruce Just the information I was looking for. Thank you so much!

[@artmg803]

Just exactly what I was looking for...thank you for the video, it explains a lot.

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful! 😀

[@Wolfgang-the-Gray]

Very nice walk through, thanks!

[@CompTechMike]

Glad you liked it! 😊👍👍

[@taay_thegreat2057]

I’m planning on bringing my dog along what is the proper way to clean them so they don’t charge you extra my dog is shedding and she’s white, thanks!

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Tough to say, since you know your dog better than I do. With our Chihuahua (a short hair) we barely have to do any additional cleaning besides sweeping up where he's walked. I would recommend bringing along a regular household broom, paper towels, some kind of good cleaning solution spray (in case she has any accidents or spills food), a plastic bag for trash, and a lint roller if she has long hair and gets up on the furniture. I'd try not to leave any hairs lying around just in case whoever rents the vehicle after you has any allergies. Good luck, have a safe trip!

[@jenniferenos2521]

They have great portable pet vacuums that are very reasonable. I have one to clean small spaces and it works especially great in my vehicle. I’d bring one of those along. Clean as you go as to prevent to much buildup. I too have a white dog who sheds heavily. His hairs tend to embed into things. A thought is to cover any hard to clean surfaces like the couch and things with some short of cover or sheet, which can easily be removed and washed. Something else to try that would be helpful is to Take your Dog outside and brush daily to remove all those loose hairs yourself. Oh one more thought. The day before you travel give your fur baby a bath and if he or she doesn’t mind blow dry afterwards. It will remove a lot of loose hairs ahead of time. I know it’s kinda an uphill battle. Still with all this I would imagine you would be able to avoid any additional charges and also avoid future customers from possible allergy attacks. I hope this helps. I am in the process of planning my first rental with anything like this and super excited and so I’ve been thinking of all these things myself. Good luck and Enjoy

[@noellearmour7327]

We own Cruise America in Fairfield, Ohio. Please park your RV and unload. Let all of the dog hair, dander, etc settle for a few hours. Then vacuum the entire vehicle. This includes the shower, microwave, fridge and freezer, stovetop, floors, seats, area rover cab and under the driver’s and passenger’s seats.

[@soniadowney7427]

Brush your dog l0l

[@ericdowney6374]

@@soniadowney7427 Outside.

[@john4m]

How was fuel mileage?

[@CompTechMike]

Around 12-14 mpg. That's driving on mostly flat roads at a moderate pace. Obviously YMMV based on road conditions and how heavy your foot is. ;-)

[@debzfiedler6100]

Very helpful, and perfectly timed for me to find this. Thanks!

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Glad to help. 😊👍👍

[@danielhernandezjr9606]

Thank You - That sounds Good. 👌🏽 Have a Great Weekend !

[@lisaz6234]

What type of gas mileage did this get? Please and Thank you

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Off-hand I would say it gets around 12-14 mpg. But that's going to vary a lot depending on if you're driving city or highway, flat roads or mountains, and how heavy your foot is. ;-)

[@Patty747]

Hard to tell, but was the interior fabric green or blue? I thought they always used blue.

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Thanks for the comment. They've recently changed the color on the newer model year rentals. The first couple we rented the interior was sort of a brownish-tan color. The newer ones are more of a charcoal-gray color. They used a darker stain on the wood cabinets, as well. Overall the new ones are darker but they look nicer, in my opinion.

[@noellearmour7327]

The newer models have gray vinyl.

[@TheLitChronicles]

Thanks so much for this video we are planning on renting one from cruise America soon....Cheers!

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Have a safe trip! :-D

[@tonyend2001]

Thank you for this video. It was very informative since I am considering renting from Cruise America.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@ourlittlesouthernhomestead4154]

Would you be able to set up a tv and DVD player in there? I have a special needs daughter who would flip out without Sesame Street.

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! I don't see why not. Although you'd have to secure it pretty well to keep it from falling over when you drive. Honestly, given the space limitations, I think a tablet loaded up with movies would be a much more practical (and modern) solution than a bulky old TV and DVD player. You might want to look at an Amazon Kindle Fire "Kids Edition". They come in bright colors and are really durable. Good luck!

[@CompTechMike]

9/18/2020: Get 25% off miles between Sept. 8 and Dec. 31 with Promo Code FRDMD. Have a safe trip!

[@PeterNeumannMusic]

Great walk-through, thank you! They've extended the mileage discount with that promo code FRDMD into 2021 as well.

[@CompTechMike]

@@PeterNeumannMusic Thanks! Good to hear they extended the discount! 👍

[@shaikhsrus]

Thanks Mike! Very informative for me as a first time RVer.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! 😊👍👍

[@shelleywalker6225]

Thank you for your review and your response to so many questions. This is the model that I plan to rent as I'm currently in the market to buy an RV with this floorplan. I will be a solo traveler with occasional little nieces and nephews as guests. I will continue to read thru your responses to the questions to see if anything pops up that I hadn't considered. Again, thanks.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! We hope to buy our own someday, as well. Safe travels!

[@CompTechMike]

I'm glad this video is continuing to help so many people! If you're watching this, I've recorded a couple of follow-up videos that may be helpful, as well: Cruise America 30' RV Review and Walk Through: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiyoICHZsRno6M How to empty gray and black wastewater tanks on Cruise America RV: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHalloWAd9l2d9U If these videos are helpful, please 'like' and 'subscribe' to my channel. It really helps me out a lot. I hope to do more RV rental videos in the future. If you have any questions feel free to ask them in the comments. Have a great day and stay safe out there!

[@veganrookie]

This was great! About to buy one and needed to know more:) Very kind of you!!

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! Congrats on your new RV. 😀

[@SimonAmazingClarke]

I rented a 28ft one. It has a full size bed and separate shower and toilet. I loved it.

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! 😀👍👍

[@CompTechMike]

Here is a link to a re-upload of my video walk-through and review of the 30' RV, in case you have problems playing the first video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiyoICHZsRno6M Have a safe trip!

[@alexmartinez-rr6wi]

Follow up video you should talk about the cost and sample of how much a 5 day trip would cost.

[@CompTechMike]

@@alexmartinez-rr6wi hi! Thanks for commenting on my video. There is a follow-up video (with the 30' RV rental) here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiyoICHZsRno6M

[@CompTechMike]

@@alexmartinez-rr6wi I've mentioned quite a few times, there's no way to give an exact price because of all the variables. For example: if you rent during peak or off-peak time of year, miles driven, whether you use the generator or any of the optional extras (such as cooking kit or bedding kit), optional insurance, or any discount codes applied (Cruise America offers many discounts such as for one-way trips, mileage discounts, etc.). Also costs are way up currently because of high demand due to Covid. I like to compare it to the cost of a nice hotel room, ranging from around $100 per night up to around $300 per night, not including if you stay in a nice campground. Your best option is to go to the Cruise America website. They have tools on there that allow you to put in your specific trip details and determine a price. Hope this helps!

[@alexmartinez-rr6wi]

@@CompTechMike thanks 🙏🏼 I guess I must have missed or overlooked that part of the video. I was busy trying to multi-task when I watched it. Great video though, I really appreciate all the work you put into it

[@DonnaSage-uu4ox]

Pretty good info I enjoyed it and I'm going to rent one this summer. Thanks for the lesson. Donna😉

[@CompTechMike]

Hi Donna! Thanks for checking out my video. Glad it was helpful. I've got a few newer ones in this series, here's a link to the most recent (shows some of the features of the newer RV's): kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OloHRmrZp5pdk Safe travels!

[@larkhughes9740]

Thank you! That was highly informative from a user's perspective.

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful. I've also got a newer video on the 30' RV if you're interested in that model? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiyoICHZsRno6M

[@Kyzyl_Tuva]

Very helpful! Cruise America resources are difficult to find. Thank you

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Glad to help. You might like my newest video, as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OloHRmrZp5pdk Safe travels!

[@KristinesTruth]

Thanks! You definitely give more information than the websites do! 👍

[@CompTechMike]

Happy to help! 😀

[@relydbrowning2570]

Sweet ! Thanks for sharing bc we're thinking of renting fir the 1st time & eventually buying one😊

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! Have a safe trip. We hope to buy one someday, as well. 😀

[@FrankiesWorld]

Thanks for the video! I just rented this exact camper for a trip I am going on towards the end of this year. My first time renting or driving an RV!

[@CompTechMike]

Awesome! Have a safe trip! 😀

[@john-t-bjohnb3588]

Thanks for posting. Will be picking up this model tomorrow and going from FL to AZ for my oldest sons wedding. I was surprised there was no TV at all.

[@CompTechMike]

Hi! Thanks for the comment. There is a coax hookup for a TV, if you want to bring one (and happen to stop in a campsite that offers cable). Not having a TV is intentional - these are basic, "no frills" rentals. Less to break, less complicated stuff for first-timers. I'd recommend bringing a laptop or tablet. Have a safe trip!

[@cesarsarmiento4744]

Hello from Australia . Thanks Mike for your very clear info and description . My wife and I are going to the USA and Canada in June and we a,ready hired this caravan . We will enjoy I believe. Blessings

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome. Have a great trip! 😊👍👍

[@webbphoto2]

Very interesting to see your video on this RV. I have a 1985 RV like the one you rented. I"ve had it for four years now and love it. Maintenance on it is simple, tires , tune ups checking and re-caulking roof every year. Other than that put in the gas and go. In four years I've put 30,000km on it. It really is made for two people and we love it.

[@CompTechMike]

That's great to hear! Thanks for your comment! 😁

[@JCC_1975]

Hi. I lived in my '79 winnabago for yrs. I found using marine grade caulking and then marine grade paint on rubber seal you don't have to recaulk every yr. I did it once and then found out about marine caulking. Lived in 4 more yrs without having to recaulk and no problems. Only got rid if it when baby came along.

[@markphipps8655]

Caulk your roof with Marine 5200 sealant from marine supply stores. Lasts and lasts

[@chorashanmarquez3647]

Thank you so much. We just rented one and this video is exceptional ❤

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Glad to help. I also have a newer video, here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OloHRmrZp5pdk Safe travels!

[@russpot6218]

Excellent review sir! Thanks!

[@CompTechMike]

Glad you liked it!

[@playboymaxim]

I just want to rent one to experience camping in a RV at least once in my life, you could say it is a "bucket list" item lol! Well done!

[@CompTechMike]

It is great camping in an RV. All the comforts of home. Once you try it you may never want to go back to "old fashioned" camping again, LOL. 😀

[@playboymaxim]

@@CompTechMike Actually that's kind of what I'm afraid of lol

[@Guinnzalez]

Thank you for detailed overview of the 25' Cruise America RV.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful. I also have a review of the 30' model, if you're interested in that one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiyoICHZsRno6M

[@Guinnzalez]

@@CompTechMike This will be our first RV experience. We'll see how it goes and if we want a larger RV. Will watch the video to see the difference in them.

[@SaadHamadi]

Your review is very helpful. Much respect!!

[@CompTechMike]

Thanks! 😊👍👍

[@marthad.338]

Thanks for this great video! VERY HELPFUL! Thank you!

[@CompTechMike]

Glad it was helpful!

[@luvteeth]

Great video. Thanks Mike.

[@CompTechMike]

You are very welcome! :-)

[@TamBoStudios]

Video....well done! Thank you...we are picking one up in two weeks to travel from Clearwater, Florida to Ohio and back

[@CompTechMike]

Wonderful! Safe travels. I also have a newer video that might be helpful as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OloHRmrZp5pdk

[@kchartley9662]

Good info Mike. Thank you.

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! :-)

[@tiavang3371]

I was looking for someone to make a tour of the class C. Super helpful thank you!

[@CompTechMike]

You're welcome! I've got a newer walk-through on the 30' RV, as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiyoICHZsRno6M

[@loueckert4970]

I enjoyed this video, very helpful. We are thinking of renting an RV now that we are retired. Need to visit family in several states. Thanks for the education!!!

[@CompTechMike]

Hi Lou! Glad to help. My wife and I have rented many times and always enjoy our RV trips. We have a newer video that shows some of the updates for the 2021/2022 model year vehicles, here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OloHRmrZp5pdk Safe travels!