Road Trip in a $2M Luxury RV

[@nevilleabraham4318]

I've been watching your videos for several months now. Luckily I still have some earning power in me and I may just be able to purchase one of these beautiful machines one day. While there are so many really nice machines to choose from I have come to the conclusion that the Prevost conversions and the Newells are the way to go. They cost a mint but the engineering and craftsmanship that go into these motor coaches are next level compared to the less expensive RVs.

[@Chris1982416]

Your channel is what I been watching this election season. It keeps my mind occupied. Plus it helps me dream. I knew you had some military discipline. I can tell a military walk from anywhere in the world. I was going to ask if you served. I was in the Army 2000-2007. Definitely your channel has helped me dream about an alternative life.

[@TheRealBWMcKay]

💯💯💯💯

[@jcollins198]

Awesome video, I like seeing what a road trip looks like before purchasing for us newbies

[@billyhome6058]

You are right Andrew it is nice to be able to cruise in an RV like that with no worries having fun but always remember we still need to who's running our country or we might not all be able to do much at all.

[@rogiste1]

It was so cool to see the difference -- Great job - I can't explain it, but seeing Brad makes you feel like you need to make a deal right now......

[@tubesurfer1100]

Great video, Andrew. Definitely would like to se more videos like this.

[@540Joy]

“… let’s see what kind of fun we can find!” Love it, Andrew, and love you. Thanks for sharing your experience, perspective, and preferences.

[@knightr65]

I truly enjoyed this video; it’s a break from your norm or it’s like a blast from your past. I loved your earlier video, when you Vloged from your Tiffin. Can’t wait for your next release.. thanks

[@BonFShaw]

I'm a happy owner of EPA 2007 pre-def diesel. I only wish I didn't have EGR. The good ole' days.

[@lajosj3485]

Did I see it right @ 1:08 the dashboard shows 1.7mpg!

[@DiJourne]

Very exciting video here, Andrew. And I’m learning more and more about RVs as I watch. Keep up the great work! 😊

[@TheGadgetGuru]

Great Video Andrew! FYI, Michelin 365's are speed rated at 75mph. That's why the Prevost is governed. It's a safety measure.

[@RVingwithAndrewSteele]

Great to know Andy, thank you!

[@richsanderson9103]

What year did Prevost add a 75mpg governor? I have owned 5 and I really don’t like to admit it but have ran over 75mph in all of them at some point. Normally when in Texas 🤫

[@notboeingnotgoing5483]

@@richsanderson9103 My 04 XLII is a previous entertainer/star coach and it is not governed, the Detroit Series 60 (non DEF thank you) will flat run, the only governor it has is when my wife starts sounding like the teacher from Snoopy yelling at me that "Were not in a race". I wont say what it will do but I was shocked when I got it several yrs ago. I do agree with Andrew Im hardly ever above 75mph its just an absolute fuel guzzler at that speed. Great video ....a Newell on the hook getting replaced by a Prevost........wonder what the tow truck driver was thinking? 🤪

[@bandmarc141]

​@richsanderson9103 Hahaha awesome...mine was governed at 77...them Prevost just float...it's awesome

[@richsanderson9103]

@@notboeingnotgoing5483 that’s soooo true, my wife always ask how fast fast are you going 😱😆. So I guess my 2006 Prevost Marathon does have some kind of speed governor 😆😆😆

[@rickcampbell4920]

The Def sensor in my 21 Dutch Star failed a few weeks ago between North Platte Nebraska and Cheyenne Wyoming. Drove around 100 miles didn't hit limp mode. Called Spartan, they shipped the part to campground. Called Coachnet, they sent a mobile mechanic the next morning, 30 minutes I was back in business. Like you said, it's not if it's when a Def issue will pop up!

[@rickgriffith1]

Hello. I’m looking at purchasing a 2017ish diesel pusher and I’m new to this market. I thought Coachnet was only a towing service. Do you have a service agreement with them also?

[@MaximusMerideus]

Could you of fixed it yourself if you had the part?

[@rickgriffith1]

@@MaximusMerideus It would have to be readily accessible and pretty straight forward as I have some physical limitations. I’m really interested in a service plan that would cover emergencies like the one you mentioned and what I thought Coachnet provided you. That’s why I’m very interested in what Coachnet has to offer besides the basic towing service. I don’t have a clue yet because I haven’t bought a coach yet. I’m trying to get a realistic budget together for whatever I might need in the future. It’s the preper in me coming to the surface. Thank you for answering my question. Safe travels.👍🏼😎

[@rickcampbell4920]

@@MaximusMerideus I could have it is easy to pull it out and put the new one in but it was warranty. They must have a cummins certified guy do it other wise no more warranty on that part and I have 2 years left. I said well just sell me a sensor because initially we couldn't find a mechanic, he said sure they are about $1,200.00 I said lets keep looking for a mechanic. At that point we were looking for a shop then he brought up Coachnet and a mobile mechanic. Since I had coachnet they found the mechanic and paid his service call and Spartan paid the guy his labor to actually replace the part.

[@rickcampbell4920]

@@rickgriffith1 No, when you call them they can find you a mobile mechanic or a tow truck one or the other. They have helped me look for specialised mechanics also when out of of town, awnings etc. I think they are well worth it!

[@tuomasholo]

I hope the DEF sensor is defective because running an engine on critically low DEF can cause a multitude of expensive problems. As a diesel owner, I never let the DEF drop below half.

[@justsomeguy6474]

They said it was the DEF pump that failed.

[@ReneChargois]

I agree. I now my DEF level so well, I refill at a certain mileage or at one of my stops driving cross country

[@Kita-Kamakura]

@@justsomeguy6474 Need to carry an extra one I suspect.

[@davidbaker3069]

I always carry a container

[@joeschmoo9055]

As a diesel owner delete it. Def is a engine and manifold killer.. blue states only want to kill the hauling industry. Its been proven over and over again they fail. Everything with a def system is gonna fail. Just a worthless add on that should be removed in order for the engine and exhaust manifold to operate properly.

[@rogiste1]

After watching this twice -- I think you should retitle this "Road Trip Newell vs Prevost" Hearing you compare the RV's in real time was amazing..... ( I hope the Newell and Prevost CEO's can take this video and make major improvements)

[@JamesHoffman-o4b]

Enjoyed your video on the road trip, even the breakdown. It could happen to anyone. You did teach me one thing I didn’t know was that Cracker Barrel had RV parking. Thanks again for all of your videos.

[@theautotoyboxfollowyourdre9722]

Ummm there are so many things I want to say about this video but I am going to look at the positives. I appreciate you sharing this honest experience and it really clarified in my mind that you can’t buy your way out of problems with RVs. I love the RV life but this video reassured me to stay in my lane and enjoy what I have! Thank you!!

[@1hasbeen531]

Many DEF level sensors are ultrasonic, and overfilling can prevent it from being able to accurately determine the tank level, and cause codes/limp mode.

[@richsanderson9103]

Absolute great video, the good the bad and the ugly, yep that’s RVing, FYI you forgot to switch hats when you hopped in the Prevost 😆. Brad has definitely got you the hooked up. 🇺🇸

[@EdwinAlmeida24]

I wish more videos like this, driving newell's and also prevost's to see what's going on in the real action with these machines, awesome video andrew!!

[@tennwingman3350]

The Prevost Motorcoach I drive for Grayline has a 222 gal tank. The range is ridiculous. I ran about 900 miles on my last outing on about 3/4 tank. Half loaded with 50 pass and the second half empty. Awesome ride and I am lucky to be driving them. Be safe, have fun. Oh I don't have a kitchen in mine. If it goes to regen it needs to finish. 72 is a real good cruise speed for fuel mileage on the Prevost

[@MaximusMerideus]

Great info, what year is yours?

[@nivardofloresperez1169]

Both impressive Luxury Time Machines, and the Tow Truck is really something else 👍

[@bellalisah8174]

WOW … Another Great Video from Andrew - ThankQ Andrew so Much! So, Rolls Royce of RV Motor Coaches, would be the Newell vs the Bentley Prevost. HeadRoom is Very Important for Me.

[@Military-Museum-LP]

AdBlue can crystallize. Additives must be used to keep the adblue System clean.

[@cindiwebber4556]

Looking for a pre DEF PREVOST. Would love to hear a deep dive on the pros and cons of DEF.

[@bobabooie6389]

I love watching your videos, Andrew. It keeps my dreams alive 👍🏻🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@johnnymacattack]

Since we’ve heard about staying overnight at Cracker Barrel’s that’s all we do now on our way to destinations. We just make sure to call and buy food.

[@TheTransformationBodySwap01]

Thanks for the great road trip video Andrew. I hope you do another road trip in a brand new coach next time.

[@kenrhodes8180]

Andrew you have a Great Job,very nice Coach.

[@davidmisukanis2302]

nice to see you getting back to your roots, instead of all of the sales and sponsorships .

[@chaninhamilton5143]

That gas n go u stopped at was in my hometown pinehurst, GA

[@theodorehochstetler4935]

Looks like a fun trip, great video Andrew!

[@RVingwithAndrewSteele]

Thanks Theodore!

[@chicagokid18]

Great Video!! Greetings from Boca Raton, FL.

[@jonathanrose829]

My 1999 monoco windsor is predef. However its in the shop at cummnis getting some $$$$$ repairs

[@jeffreyvondenhuevel2584]

Dammmmm, what an awesome trip and adventure, next time y'all are passing Dayton Ohio, shout out and stop by for some homemade cooking and enjoy Dayton for a bit,

[@hockeynutt9434]

I hope the rig has a 3m film on the front and around the corners so the paint is well protected,

[@crazycanuck30]

gotta just put scania engine instead we are using them on our oil platforms in canada. No DEF and still meets the enviro standards. Side note the edison motors is putting them in the hybrid logging trucks as well cause no DEF and they use them as generators so they get to use dyed diesel no GST on the fuel or less anyway cause they are generators not providing power to the wheels just making power for the electric axels

[@AmericanMX]

It is not as much the def. It’s them manufactures that dictate the 5mph if it goes into limp mode. The government didn’t regulate the speed. They can change that with a computer update to just give you a light on the dash and not de rate your speed.

[@billcarmona9996]

Great video. Very informative

[@kerrywedge6977]

I think I'm over owning a 2 million coach now you figure over $5,000 in diesel fuel one way you could take a private jet and stay at a nice place for a 12 Grand round trip

[@MaximusMerideus]

I don't think it was 5k

[@Kita-Kamakura]

Don't include the tow and waiting in a hotel for the repairs... PJ is the answer.

[@АлександрГригорьев-н9з]

Спасибо за видео и за вашу работу

[@mikefisher9662]

Great video! I get passed all the time but don't see how someone can drive a big pusher 75-80 mph. I might get up to 70 going down a hill to make it easy to go up the next one. Maybe it's my advanced age (67), or the advanced age of my 43 ft. Monaco Camelot, 2007 model with 400 isl. BUT NO DEF. I pretty much stay at 63 mph and usually no more than 380 miles per day.

[@josepharmelin6467]

The old 330" rule. Drive no more than 330 miles or stop at 3:30 and relax. What's the hurry??? You certainly feel more relaxed and "cop worry" free!

[@ComfortablyNumbBIYD33]

Immediately I noticed how much nicer the Newel coach is better visibility less road noise just to name a few

[@richardhodkinson7790]

You might wanna keep at least one hand on the steering wheel when you’re rolling down the highway. If you have a front blowout, you will be in a different lane within seconds..

[@DemonsAdventures]

Hello I was wondering where would you suggest I start looking to find a job doing driveaway RV's "bring them where then need to go". I am a truck driver been doing it since 1997.And I live in FL

[@doughboy4681]

Good luck with the road trip. It's beautiful in petosky mi. I'm about 3 1/2 hrs sout along the coast from there

[@MaximusMerideus]

Where if you don't mind? I'm from Mich

[@doughboy4681]

@@MaximusMerideus grand haven

[@doughboy4681]

@@MaximusMerideus you?

[@vkmccable]

I won't let my husband hear that 75mph....I don't let him drive over 62 in our Tiffin.🤣 Yes, DEF head replaced on our 2017 Tiffin Allegro Bus 40SP. Replaced at 13,000 miles. Of course we are the 2nd owners and it was off warranty. Happened in Medora, ND...shout out to Wallwork Truck Center of Dickinson, ND. Could not have been happier with their service fixing our DEF problem. We all enjoy these buses despite their problems. Thank you Andrew, enjoy your channel. 👍

[@rickgriffith1]

Hello. I’m looking at purchasing a 2017ish diesel pusher and I’m new to this market. Can you tell me how much your surprise repair ended up costing you?

[@vkmccable]

@@rickgriffith1 $2,700 parts and labor. We have a $5,000 slush fund for breakdowns. This is our second coach. Our first was a Monaco pre DEF. We like things about each of these coaches and we are happy with our new one.

[@rickgriffith1]

@@vkmccable Thank you so much for responding to my question. I totally agree with having a substantial repairs fund. I’m even checking into extended service agreements, but don’t know who to trust yet. Thanks again and safe travels.👍🏼😎

[@richardnassano623]

I agree 62 is the max for a Tiffen!

[@curttundra]

​@@rickgriffith1 be sure to ask if DPF (diesel particulate filter) and their related systems are covered under extended repairs plan. Most of them exclude them because of how frequently they break. The whole DPF crap has ruined the diesel engines.

[@anthony01571]

OUTSTANDING : o ......

[@Itsallwrongbutthatsallright]

The Newell coach broke down ;-) US RV industry in a nutshell !

[@TravelingStacker]

Newell doesn't make the engine.

[@dove348]

You mean the US diesel motor industry because this happens to a lot of diesel motors with DEF. I'm a truck driver 18yrs in and I seen this far too many times in trucks new trucks getting towed for this very issue it's the limp mode that burns my britches 😡. It's unnecessary. I've driven trucks that had the DEF deleted and they drive ten times better. You would think they would allow a bypass so you can get the vehicle to a service center for repairs. Give you a few drive cycles before restricting you that hard

[@curttundra]

​@@dove348most if not all "first responder" diesel vehicles have a limp mode bypass switch which does give them extended drive time. This should be provided for every diesel vehicle.

[@dove348]

@@curttundra you have to be kidding!!!😡😡 so it's possible. A limp mode bypass can save a company or driver thousands of dollars literally

[@Mikomi469]

​@@dove348 they should do away with Def completely image diesel engines that's our three letter government agencies creating laws without Congress involved I had a 92 Kenworth T600 will the 500 Detroit with no d e f. That truck was Speed Demon I had all the perimeters on the computer turned up to Max I hate the new diesel engines with the deaf and the limp mode and all that bring back the old way

[@bandmarc141]

beautifully lit up at night

[@mikefitzpatrick5209]

I really like the fact that Newell put the DEF filler right by the diesel filler and NOT, NOT back by the rear axle. Such a pain in the you know what to fill up with Diesel then have to pull up to get DEF.. BAD Designing

[@woodize]

When we would fill up 1731 I noticed if I would raise the coach with the air bags on the drivers side I could get 5 -10 extra gallons in the tank before it would kick off.

[@MaximusMerideus]

How many miles can you get on a full tank? Also, tank size please. Thank you for your expertise.

[@woodize]

@@MaximusMerideus 200 gallons. We averaged 5.4 mpg

[@AJGUNNER]

Hey Andrew, who is driving? You were speaking and waving you arms, Dude both hands on the wheel 😜

[@ethanmead1515]

Awesome video keep them coming

[@joegrover1019]

A DEF pump going bad after only 2 years means that it has been run low for way too long. I currently drive a '21 Freightliner Cascadia semi truck and have never had any issues with the DEF system. I never let the DEF level get much below 50%. Every other time I fill with diesel, I fill the DEF.

[@justSTUMBLEDupon]

Does the DEF get used like that? That you have to refill it every other time you get diesel fuel?

[@joegrover1019]

@@justSTUMBLEDupon no, but that’s not the point. The idea is to just keep the tank over half-full, especially since I have run into the occasional supply issue where a station might not have any available.

[@sharonsteigers4162]

Good Job !!!!

[@richardnassano623]

I don’t like the fuel set up in the Newell, I like to manually pump, I don’t set it. Looks like you would have to stoop down to do that. Other than that the Newell is impressive!

[@marshallduvall4251]

Never let your DEF get below a quarter tank ! EVER !

[@jarredholt5037]

Just to dispatch a tow truck like that I’m sure it starts around $2k…Thanks for keeping it real Andrew Steele

[@vunetrixmonitoring333]

It's not often you see Brad in a golf shirt!

[@supremeautomotive6749]

Most truck tires like these are 70 to 75mpg max speed. It will say max speed right on the dash

[@josephfitzgeraldnsw5794]

I have the DEF system go out on my sprinter van but it was also at 300,000 miles. I think it costed like eight grand to fix. Maybe six grand.

[@aaronfox5808]

The Drivers's seat looks roomier in the Newell and the front seats match. In the Prevost it looked tighter and completely looks to the front seats. I am actually taller than you and space is important to me.

[@MarkHamblin-y7d]

Do you have a CDL. If you don't and you're driving for the Motorcoach Store for hire than I'd consider it. No one will stop you and you may drive right by Weigh stations without a problem but if you get into an accedent you may have an issue. Sometimes you never have a problem until you have a problem. As soon as you drive it for pay it becomes a commercial vehicle. Had a friend who was driving a coach for delivery and just got rear ended by someone. The coach wasn't registered to him and then it came out he was driving for hire and it all went downhill from there.

[@rickgriffith1]

Great video Andrew! I’m going to be purchasing a 2019 or older diesel pusher soon God willing and I’m a total noob when it comes to them. Do you think it was the truck stop def that did the Newell in? I’ve heard that def at the pump is riskier than buying def in the box. I have no experience with either and I’m taking notes for the future. Thanks for the video.👍🏼😎

[@nomadbiker4040]

Actually, it may be the other way around. The DEF sold in bottles at stores are sometimes kept past their shelf life. Sometimes a production date sticker is on the bottle, but not always. The DEF at the pumps is usually always being replaced as it is used by the truckers constantly

[@rickgriffith1]

@@nomadbiker4040 That’s a great point. I know there’s a formula for interpreting the date code give on the store bought jugs, but I’m not sure if the code is visible on the box holding the jugs before purchasing, but yours is a great point nonetheless. Thank you.👍🏼😎

[@joesmith6972]

At first I couldn't believe they would let you just drive the coach all the way up there. Then I realized you were doing them a favor.

[@kevinlucas8437]

I'm with you, I can't stand the crap news anymore !!! But the DEF is ridiculous !!! On a good note that freaking Newell is incredible ❤❤❤

[@BusNit]

Are you going to be at Petoskey for the rally? We would love to meet you in person!

[@SC-CAJUN]

Thank God it isn’t on fire - I was concerned from the thumbnail

[@theautotoyboxfollowyourdre9722]

👀👀

[@jugrajbatth62]

There s gotta be a poor def qaulity in system which often cause such problum. With that expensive equipment i would rather stick with packed def rather than dumping bulk def wity condensation into the system

[@healthone3120]

The same thing happened to me driving a Tiffin Bus in Alabama on 231 near Ozark.

[@7476318]

There are some great KZbin videos that describe how DEF works and it helps reduce ozone. It benefits the health of everyone when we breath cleaner air.

[@curttundra]

Doesn't do a darn thing to the ozone layer. The particulate filter is there to reduce unburned carbon from going out the tail pipes, which is the black smoke seen on pre DPF engines. If you truly want cleaner air start talking about China and India. They contribute about 80% of the world's air pollution.

[@7476318]

@@curttundra You just proved that you don’t know anything about it, at all. It’s not about the ozone layer. Diesel engines produce nitrogen oxides and it’s the DEF system that reduces these oxides. These oxides are converted to ozone through UV light. Ozone is not good for you or me to breath. Just do some reading.

[@nomadbiker4040]

DPF systems are for large particulates. They are still released into the environment when the filters are cleaned out, all at once rather than a little at a time. And they don't tell you how much more fuel is burned transporting DEF around the country, not to mention vehicles and parts for DPF repairs like in this video. To top it off, DEF containers that are sold in bottles at stores are disposed when empty, creating more paper and plastic waste in the environment. When government tries to solve a "problem", it usually makes it worse by creating tenfold new problems

[@7476318]

@@nomadbiker4040 You probably have the same arguments against catalytic converters. It’s true that there is a cost to everything. But there is no denying that emissions requirements result in cleaner air.

[@jeremeysmith5661]

How do you get into prevost drive offs to dealers

[@makeller24]

1431 in video ...that is Brig Hart

[@iissac22]

IMay be common but a customer pays $2 million not to be inconvienced im sure.

[@MarkWork-fd5tt]

that tow won't be cheap.

[@user-gn1ic9ww8q]

just like rhe oil fields,pressure blows pipes

[@jessewhite2593]

Another reason to stick with pre DEF coaches.

[@diamondblack3776]

2024, mechanical issues with any vehicle should be a thing of the past.

[@josepharmelin6467]

HA! HA! The complexity of ANY motorhome will almost always guarantee you will have a mechanical issue. You are literally in a "Rolling Earthquake" when driving down the road at highway speeds. Put the finest brick and mortar house on a flatbed and do the same. You will definitely have issues.

[@nomadbiker4040]

How nice (and illegal, regrettably) a gift would a delete kit be for the Cummins X15

[@SuperHounder]

Did you fill it up full. If you only fill 3/4 then it should not do that

[@nomadbiker4040]

At the end of the video they said it was an issue with the DEF pump

[@Tatterman30]

Ignore politics at your peril Mr. Steele.

[@Johnson13210]

You would think the type of person that could pay two million for a coach wouldn't want to handle the "Stinky Slinky"😂

[@MarkWork-fd5tt]

Newell's aren't what they're cracked up to be...higher headroom sacrifices belly storage.

[@Trash-Castle]

Somebody broke down near Chattanooga TN

[@joesakal872]

1.7 mpg, ouch!

[@atracamoniusvlogs]

Dubai on motorhome's to al barsha 3

[@atracamoniusvlogs]

Andfew steele in dubai

[@carmello1207]

Nice

[@joegilman4996]

could hear better in the newell

[@BennyC-qg6rd]

I think it's embarrassing to pay $2M and develop mechanical problems. Any thoughts on Tiffen build quality?

[@NorCalNiche]

One of the worst money can buy

[@josepharmelin6467]

ANYTHIING man made can and will have mechanical problems.

[@georgesimpson2462]

Buck a mile !! So $75 an hour . Peanuts compared to the $1.5 million dollar coach 😅😂

[@RamblinRoadies]

Is this comparison apples to apples with price?

[@MrAgent007xkgb]

That's CRAZY!!! You pack your entire family to hit the road and DEF is a set BACK few hundred miles in 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄😳😡😥

[@billybarnes1217]

Where is Shay.

[@mikegonzales1564]

Andrew you’re correct but if you stay uninformed and think things will be what they are … your industry runs off a great economy and the economy is doing poorly and continues that way people will not be buying these 1-2 million coaches so electing the best people to run our government is very important..

[@RamblinRoadies]

(D)iesel (E)xtortion (F)luid.

[@JasonWh]

ANdrew, you're slipping into sales guy sleezo. First, no Newell or Prevost to FeatherLight is 'priced to sell'. C'mon bro. Know what I do for my clients? Train them on the science of selling their buyers luxury. I will heave this with you. "don't treat a princess like your backyard pig."

[@duaneclark3539]

Go back beyond DEF no def for me my coach doesn’t have that problem. But it’s a 2006 Prevost. They all have issues but this is one I don’t have.

[@timesuck1320]

How can you possibly be an intelligent informed person if you don't watch the news? In this case I do not believe that ignorance is bliss!

[@scottiswatchingtele]

It's not def that's the issue, it's which def that's the issue. I think your issue came after you filled up at love's. Never put that stuff in the rig. Not even in a pinch I've seen cheap def take out jeeps range rovers etc etc.