How RV brands have reacted to my reviews

How RV brands have reacted to my reviews - the TRUTH!

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@nathanurick8320 6 ай бұрын

And this is why I follow this channel. HONEST CONVERSATIONS

@kristenmccreary8692 6 ай бұрын

Keep doing what you're doing! Every video I've watched of yours, has helped educate me.

@CeruleanSky1111 6 ай бұрын

You and Liz Amazing are my go-to channels for the truth about manufacturers. They are greedy crooks and bullies. They don't give a rats ass about the consumer. KEEP GOING! We need you!

@barbaradowney4207 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Jacob for what you do and for your integrity...these companies have lost all their integrity as far as I'm concerned.

@edmrowiec1936 6 ай бұрын

Just bought a new RV that I am pretty happy with and while I had to compromise on the counter-tops, (thermofoil) I go into it knowing that I will eventually replace the counters which is not a big deal for me. However, thanks to you I did not buy an improperly plumbed unit. I tried to tell a couple of people why they should not buy that manufacturer and they all seemed to look at me sideways like I was an idiot. They wanted the options and that manufacturer does have “the options” which keep people buying. I told them to watch your KZbin channel before making a purchase they might regret and was basically told to mind my own business. I was also the only person on the lot that was up on the roofs and under the units. If a sales person won’t let you on top of a unit that has a ladder I would run from that dealer. Thank you for helping me make an informed decision and perhaps some day we won’t have to make any compromises on quality when shopping for an RV.

@rvnut1133 6 ай бұрын

It is quite simple, a company with nothing to hide has no reason to speak with you. A company that has fixed or improved their product can send you an email for you to review again and update your videos.

@Badgeweefixstuff 6 ай бұрын

I am in same boat I don’t talk to manufacturers. If they built them right I don’t need to. I won’t give a positive review unless it’s warranted. Your views are more important they will be here longer than the dealers will. I watch all you videos because there top quality no B S. I don’t comment as I don’t think i need to. Keep up the awesome work. Your views will keep you on straight and narrow. Thanks 🇨🇦🛠️🇨🇦🛠️🇨🇦👍👍

@RVG9 6 ай бұрын

Love that you do reviews and do not be let the company’s sway you. Your channel is so informative , keep your advice and info coming. It is helping me make decisions on how and what to buy in an Rv in the future. Love your channel. Thank you.

@mikewadams1 6 ай бұрын

The RV industry as a whole needs to wake up and change. It is amazing to me what has taken place in this industry. Education on the customers part is crucial to making the industry accountable. I have been preparing for retirement for 18 months and been doing my research and I have learned so much because of your channel and others. I have also learned about influencers and am now able to discern good information from a sales pitch. I appreciate your channel and when I am closer to purchasing will be buying your courses. I have already taken the free ones and they are invaluable to me. Thank you and keep it coming.

@keithm7087 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for being totally truthful and transparent, some thing the manufacturers should try sometime.

@crookedman54 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your honest reviews and opinions regarding RVs ! Your viewers respect the work that you do so please continue on your mission !!!!

@ColinPLennon 6 ай бұрын

Simple, honest and direct. This scares companies who are just in it for the money and not customer loyalty. A company who cares about the future of their products and services welcomes critical reviews (both positive and negative). This is the best way to ensure longevity in the market place. Keep up the good work and stay with the integrity that you have, it is needed and seldom seen. Thanks…

@audiomxr 6 ай бұрын

seriously one of the best RV focused channels. Thank you for helping us understand how to be successful in the RV lifestyle.

@brucehoffmann2126 4 ай бұрын

You keep up the good work! People are tired of being ripped off by dishonest corporations. After listening to you, I am beginning to think I would be better off building my own RV.

@undercoverrvtech 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Glad the video was helpful!

@Euskaltel0526 6 ай бұрын

I watch all your videos because you are honest and the content is relative and educational. Thank you.

@dshermanct 5 ай бұрын

what you do is so valuable to those of us who really want to be informed. I love that you keep firewalls between yourself and manufacturers. this is the only way to remain purely objective to do an honest review of a product. Thank you

@mrmichaeltscott 6 ай бұрын

60 years of RVing and this channel is just great. I've learned alot. Like build out your own RV.

@AniBAretz 6 ай бұрын

After what Winnebago did to me, over a new 40' diesel pusher, nearly 20 years ago, I recognized how honest you are, Jacob, first time I saw one of your videos. This new video demonstrates exactly what I expect from you: Integrity and the intelligence to manage such manufacturers so that they cannot manipulate you. And that's why I subscribe to your channel.

@FreeBirdUSA 3 ай бұрын

Let’s Make RV’s Great Again! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@GravInducedSleepTrac 6 ай бұрын

HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY. :) Thank you for being an HONEST PERSON WITH GOOD INTEGRITY. VERY HARD TO FIND NOWADAYS SPECIALLY IN THE RETAIL INDUSTRY. 🙏

@cat2nap57 6 ай бұрын

I really like your videos and your upfront reviews and will definitely get your products You rock and thank you for your service 😊

@charliebrushwood9019 5 ай бұрын

at least you know by this means your making a difference. ty

@Nobody_important_at_all 6 ай бұрын

Grand design kicking themselves because they messed with a 'small' 30k channel, Paving New Paths that ended up exposing how they control social media post by being admins of groups. Went so bad for them, they changed warranty terms for owners and 2nd owners. So now the manufacturers are definitely paying more attention to the smaller channels. Never did get this answer I've asked on various channels. If insurance wasn't covering RV frame failures over 'regular use' (as in the case of paving new paths), then how was GD able to get the RV covered when insurance went through their service centers? What were they saying to the insurance companies and how was that effecting consumer insurance rates? Keep your integrity and I'll keep liking and commenting to support your channel.

@angie-xy5sf 6 ай бұрын

i have seen so many GD rv fall apart on their first trip. i was going to buy one but nope. i dont want constant repair etc

@NancyMiller-x4g 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for all your videos. There's no one else out there rating RVs like you and I plan to by your shopping app when we're ready to buy.

@micheleobrien64 6 ай бұрын

I'm sorry you had to make this video. I follow Liz too! I support her and admire her tenacity. I absolutely love you! You are to the point with no bs. Keep your chin up, you are appreciated!❤❤❤❤❤

@ceimo856 6 ай бұрын

Honest reviews, period!! Bam!!! Thank you

@johnhaithcock1919 6 ай бұрын

You keep making these awesome videos. I have talked to several people in my RV park, pointing out things you have talked about, and they were glad to hear it. I have been full timing for over 6 tears and wish I had had your information when I bought my RV.

@firdosvohra4315 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your integrity!

@jamesyates5191 6 ай бұрын

Keep on doing what you’re doing. You are so refreshing to watch and learn from.

@RobtheRVguy 6 ай бұрын

I much appreciate this video. As I am currently heading to the NRVTA and then plan to begin a Custom Solar Installing business and a Mobile Repair service, this gave me some great thoughts to consider as I attempt to build my KZbin channel around these very topics. Thank you. As a small business owner of many, many decades, this put into perspective some ideas I hadn't considered as a "content creator" who is trying to build a business. On my first channel, I have been gifted some pretty great products for which I installed and reviewed. I like your thinking related to being careful in doing so. Integrity is critical to long term success.

@dearyvettetn4489 6 ай бұрын

Between this channel and Liz Amazing’s, hubby and I are learning so much. None of this info would hurt RV manufacturers if they would just get their sh!t together and stop being so greedy and evil. After Liz’s latest video Jayco rigs are officially off our short list. These companies just keep dropping like flies and it’s of their own doing. I sometimes wonder if they’ll be anyone worth buying from when we’re finally ready. Keep doing what you do ❤ we’ll be watching.

@petergerard8951 6 ай бұрын

I appreciate this channel. It has helped me tremendously. Soooo many others go for the paid ads that to me, compromises their channel. Also, I have a Lemon Law case (in California) against an RV manufacturer. I can not comment about the case as it is still ongoing. BUT, I know how they try to be your "friend." Nuff said! The big manufacturers are nothing but corporate bullies that try to silence or discredit channels like yours. Keep it going!!!

@wornoutwrench8128 6 ай бұрын

Yes sir, if they will not put it in writing then it is not true. I signed up for your free course, I am enjoying it. Thanks

@CopCat34 6 ай бұрын

I always watch this channel. I appreciate the honest content.

@sweetsuccesstrading5097 6 ай бұрын

Never BELIEVE what The Manufacturer’s are Saying, Especially, around A Reaction around a COMMENT! Definitely FOLLOW THIS CHANNEL!

@davidmccartney7577 6 ай бұрын

Keep up the Great job🇺🇸 People can’t handle “FACTS”!! They like it sugarcoated warm and fuzzy!! Me the Truth and Facts😎🇺🇸🇺🇸

@johnsonshieh50 4 ай бұрын

Those companies take short cut should know there are people watching them. You are doing a big favor to RV buyers.

@undercoverrvtech 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Glad the video was helpful!

@steveborchello4744 6 ай бұрын

Keep up the great work!!! Completely unbiased information. Thank you sir!

@laramie_1944 6 ай бұрын

I just stumbled upon your channel looking for used rv videos, and I couldn’t stop watching episode by episode. This is so far my favorite, as you had hit a nerve with these manufacturers! I wished though that you disclosed the names of these rv manufacturers. Thanks for all you do for shoppers like me.

@robertbuck1028 4 ай бұрын

Jacob great job I really appreciate your hard work. It does not surprise me that some RV mfg. have a dislike for you. If they were honest, with integrity and accountability, they would improve on there quality like automobile manufactures did back in the 70's. When you compare what you get for say 70,000 dollars in a Chevy 3500 truck to an RV 5th wheel, there is really no comparison, the truck wins out. Thanks again for your honest opinions.

@undercoverrvtech 4 ай бұрын

Glad my videos are helpful! Thanks for watching

@chriss5949 6 ай бұрын

Stand your ground like you are and keep up the good work. 👍

@Suasponte101 5 ай бұрын

Hey buddy. I really enjoy your channel and your content. All of your points made sense and as a viewer I respect your integrity. I will say I understand the frustration from the company side too about you not taking phone calls. I get the whole "off the record" dilemma, but when it comes to effective communication, written text is limited and more difficult to have constructive dialogue. If the goal of a conversation is to understand the other persons point of view, text/email make it harder. Just a thought. Keep the content coming!

@Badgeweefixstuff 6 ай бұрын

@deborahb.277 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info.

@JG-ti7id 6 ай бұрын

You are doing EXACTLY what I would do in your situations! Thank you sir for that and tytyty for the content!

@JimPfarr 6 ай бұрын

I have been totally enjoying these videos. I own an 05 Jayco motorhome and we want to buy something newer, and his videos and methods hit home for me. Gotta say this was a very "buy my stuff" video, but I don't mind. Good investment

@chgust7257 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your unbiased information. I have been full-timing in my 38 foot 5th wheel for 9 years. I am still learning what problems to look out for. Some issues i have fixed myself and others I will hire people with more expertise. I don't think that you have to name any particular brands, we should assume any RV has the potential for having issues straight from the factory. I think that some people just want you to tell them that this or that manufacturer makes perfect RV's, so they don't have to do anything on their side. Spoiler alert! No RV is perfect!

@mikemills5144 6 ай бұрын

Keep fighting the good fight!

@arctic-chris1177 6 ай бұрын

I would like to see a review of a 2024 Brinkley Z Air 285 or 295. I am most interested in seeing if Brinkley has fixed their plumbing issues.

@campergyrl8461 6 ай бұрын

Good on you, Jacob.

@kenmiller5954 6 ай бұрын

have you looked at coach house rv independent rv company u feel they have a good product . with no independent reviews its hard to say . i have been construction all my life i know plumbing and electric and structural integrity .and have automotive skills . i know about everything you talk about . i dont own a rv and i have learned a lot over the past couple years researching thats how i found your channel keep up the great work you do

@shiftfocus1 6 ай бұрын

Bravo. Hold those principles. The RV industry is long overdue for a wakeup. It's an old name, but I trust Consumer Reports for much the same reasons: they are strictly non-commercial, carry no advertising, and review products purchased through retail channels. They get mocked for being conservative, and sometimes their judgement is off, but they are never corrupted by hidden motivations. I only wish they would review RVs.

@Capt-John-T-Moore 6 ай бұрын

Love you videos. Have you ever inspected an Outdoors RV?

@JustRThing 6 ай бұрын

Hi Jacob: Love your information, thank you. Can you tell me if you still do tech repairs? Was looking online and couldn’t locate you for repairs. Also, is there a place listed on your web page for your course prices? Thanks Jacob and keep us the great work.

@brandonzender3899 5 ай бұрын

Good for you Having morals are lost in today society. I stumbled on your channel starting to understand today RV market as we are hopping to get a upgrade in the next 2 years. I have a 1999 Coachman that has all original every thing and gets used hard. We are having a hard time looking at new campers as the quality is not there like our 99. This is how come we still have a 25year old camper it just works. I have had Relatives upgrade and i have seen all the failures you talk about in this channel first had. When i get closer to buying a new RV i will be buying your RV Course. Keep doing the right thing i thank you for this.

@ejmtnt 5 ай бұрын

Can you do a full review on a intech willow rover?

@undercoverrvtech 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the request! I don’t have any review videos of this out yet, but there are 4 grades of that brand in my database from myself and other undercover shoppers. If you want to view the database and learn to assess the quality of any RV like I do in my reviews, you can take my RV shopping course and use my app to grade it yourself - undercoverrvshopper.com/rv-shopping-course/

@undercoverrvtech 3 ай бұрын

I also offer consulting where I get on a call with you and we can talk through your budget, camping goals and I can review any RV listings you’re considering - undercoverrvshopper.com/book-a-consultation/

@yankeesusa1 6 ай бұрын

Keep it up. These manufacturers are coming after you because they know how bad they are making these units and they know it and don't care about the customer after the sale.

@dougwilliams3276 6 ай бұрын

your opionion has made it out there. I was asking about an RV that my wife liked and asked about the slides systems, since it was 4 hours away. The sales person told me that the bedroom slide had acuslides. I said I dont care for those and she quoted that your opionion was not factory wide and they are a favorite for many. I NEVER mentioned your name or why I did not care for those slide's. I found that very funny comfirmed my choice to pass on this unit. No names mentioned.

@ericerven5456 5 ай бұрын

Looking forward to your view of any Nexus model??

@undercoverrvtech 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the request! Here is a review video from that brand - studio.kzbin.infoDbFWNreuiKQ/edit

@undercoverrvtech 3 ай бұрын

There is currently 1 grade of that RV brand in my database from myself. If you want to view the database and learn to assess the quality of any RV like I do in my reviews, you can take my RV shopping course and use my app to grade it yourself - undercoverrvshopper.com/rv-shopping-course/

@undercoverrvtech 3 ай бұрын

@stevemacedo771 6 ай бұрын

I inherited an older RV. I bow have been through every square inch of it and fixed or updated issues over time. We are getting ready to purchase a new or slightly used one. I enjoy your reviews and insight to the goods and bads of each RV. You would think that coming from expert opinion of a perdon that has to fix them. The manufacturer would say, we need to look at that, maybe slow down and produce a better product. I have learned that if we buy from most dealships especially a local one. No other repait places will touch them. So if we buy there because, then i have to be ready to fix it myself. Thay sucks ! Keep the videos coming.

@micheleyoungblood 6 ай бұрын

If you've been through every square inch of an older RV and fixed everything you can, why in the world would you want a new rv. Stick with your older RV that you know every inch of and have upgraded to your own liking. Why would you sell that to someone else? And now that you know every inch of it keep it and use it.

@daydreamer0923 6 ай бұрын

I believe you B4 the RV money grubbers. lol😂.

@jeffsmystic 6 ай бұрын

You need to name those 2 brands you were talking about at the end of your video. People who spend 10's of thousands of dollars need to know who to look at very closely or avoid all together.

@DuaneTiller 6 ай бұрын

Actually, I agree with Jacob's approach & NOT to single out & name specific brands. It could change his videos to appear to be about those specific manufacturers versus being about unacceptable manufacturing processes no matter WHICH manufacturer is doing so. Stay the course Jacob!

@krusher547 6 ай бұрын

@@DuaneTillerthats just silly…knowing which manufacturers are not playing fair or being ethical, is a Huge help when shopping RV’s.

@Jeff-and-Joe 6 ай бұрын

OK. Subscribed! I have seen some of your reviews in the past, and just focused on what I own or have been considering. You need those 1M subscribers to remain independent of these snake oil sales companies! On a separate note, I just assume any RV I buy is crap so I focus on three things only; frame, structure, and floorplan. I just plan on (and budget for) ripping and replacing everything else.

@paulklindt9590 6 ай бұрын

Another great video. I’m getting ready to make some purchases for my TT. I can’t find your ‘recommended products’ list. Please help.

@manoli.k 6 ай бұрын

Brand A and Brand B. I’m guessing the A and B are the first letters of the brand name 🤔. Both of the companies I’m thinking of have actual owners vs corporate overlords.

@roger80465 6 ай бұрын

And if we are thinking about the same name for Brand A, I am an owner and this company treats their customer/owners like family and cares for us like they would their own mother. If the only negative is that they want to 'talk' rather than email, I'm happy.

@Dustyfor2112 6 ай бұрын

Do you have a ranking of the smaller pull behind trailers? Like 24' and less? Not something geared towards the RV lifers but more in the 4-8 trips per year area.

@andycommonsincanada 6 ай бұрын

Liz IS amazing.

@patrickmckowen2999 6 ай бұрын

👍

@2skyp 6 ай бұрын

Honesty. Integrity. Quality. Why is that so hard for corporations/manufacturers??

@SliderFury1 6 ай бұрын

You and Liz should do a vid together, podcast interview style.

@jescapnut2003 6 ай бұрын

Hi I’m a new subscriber & like your rv insights & honest style. What’s your take on best of the best Class C for off grid, slightly cold winters (ok or tx) ? Good plumbing & overall design. So many options! Thanks!

@DanBrunette 6 ай бұрын

I would like to see a review of a 2024 openrange 3x 390tbs

@Myopinion411 6 ай бұрын

You better bet we'll get everything we want in writing from a dealer or we'll walk out. We have been looking for a long time for the RV we want. We had 3 decided on to check out and look at. Different manufacturers. Lately we have seen so many reviews on ALL 3 that is shockingly trash. We aren't giving our hard earned money to any brand just to get ripped off. The manufacturers are mad because they can no longer build crap and stick their customers. They'll either straighten up and start standing behind the quality of their RVs or they'll watch their company turn to dust. These types of videos are the Greatest thing that's happening to the RV industry. Get to together manufacturers or it's going to interesting to watch the race to the bottom of the crap pile.

@timf6916 6 ай бұрын

Good job

@billcoleman7316 6 ай бұрын

That's right stand up for yourself since I know todays RV suck.

@mondospeedy3089 6 ай бұрын

How do you deal with soft floors?

@mommasonthemove9144 6 ай бұрын

Smart man!

@ShayJo08 6 ай бұрын

2024/2025 Grand Salem View 42/44!

@idahoppgfilms 6 ай бұрын

The other problem is there are a bunch of others who take the brand deals and blow sunshine up their as$$s no matter what. Then, nothing honest is ever presented.

@SpykersB 6 ай бұрын

That's y i love ya man, u got integrity. 💪🏼 Any RV manufacturer that's spews negativity on u, is really stupid, cause truth does prevail. So the dumb really do get dumber 😂. 🍻

@williamgerl2240 6 ай бұрын

I just bought a travel trailer. All specs I’ve seen say fresh water capacity is 43 gallons. I can only get 32 in the tank. Feels like a lie. Any thoughts or recommendations?

@glaefke17 6 ай бұрын

Hey good ol boy club of Indiana, no more disposable rvs.

@EVoltage00 6 ай бұрын

Company B sounds a lot like Grand Design...

@JC-rg2qp 6 ай бұрын

NAME NAMES!!!!!!!!

@judeg.8101 6 ай бұрын

I started following you because I wanted to buy a R.V. or 5thwheel. I am no longer in the market. Why would I

@krusher547 6 ай бұрын

Love the channel but by not naming manufacturers us, the consumer, can still end up with one of these dishonest brands.

@shiftfocus1 6 ай бұрын

I've wondered about that. Not speaking for Jacob, but I'm guessing he's not naming them because doing so would likely draw legal action, the cost of which would be devastating - even if he's right.

@krusher547 6 ай бұрын

@@shiftfocus1Possibly but doubtful if it went down as outlined. He has said worse about various RV components put in the units he inspects.

@KEJRacing 6 ай бұрын

There is nothing like someone being try and trude to there self.

@west221b 6 ай бұрын

I wanted to know the brands so I can eliminate them; there are so many, easier to start with knowns...

@JornKnuttila 6 ай бұрын

If RV manuf. want to put Jacob out of business.... do it! --> By not building shit that folks like him have to fix all the time, ;)

@TrailToughTrailers 6 ай бұрын

Hi Jacob, I've been enjoying your channel for a while now. REALLY enjoying it. I would LOVE to be doing what you are, BUT... old age caught up with me first. haha. You said that you are/will be transparent and I DO believe that to the fullest, but why not say the company names? I understand you may not want to so you don't get them and their attorneys breathing down on you (Did I say how much I dislike most attorneys? NO... I did not, so I'll say it here... I HATE BAD, ROTTEN, UNGODLY, Attorneys... okay hate is a strong word). So my question is, Why not mention their names?

@danielrein1778 Ай бұрын

You can sure spot the “bought” reviews. I will not watch them.

@jefferybutner7647 6 ай бұрын

Look people RV industry lie all the time they want to make money so What's new

@jonathanbell5561 2 ай бұрын

You just said you will not talk with RV manufactures/brands as a rule, you said you even texted one that you won’t talk to them (only email) then said they are lying about you not talking to them. I know what you meant, but perhaps you don’t know what they meant. Also taking a tour is not a single selected unit and wine and dine. You literally see them manufacturing a line of units unscripted. There is lots you can see about their construction that way that you will never see in a nondestructive inspection. Both good and bad. As such it’s choosing to not have that knowledge. Just my opinion.