Aliners Comparison {Classic, Ranger 12, Scout & Scout Lite} - w/Paul "The Air Force Guy"

[@najadea1382]

I think in 5 years I want to invest in a small A liner. They look really convenient and it’s always been my dream to drive around the country and camp

[@keithhall8862]

We recently purchased a 2018 Aliner Scout. It's our first camper, and of course I have to modify everything we get. I work in maintenance, and I hate ignorant engineering. The battery box just floats around, so I had bolt it down and make sure it could drain properly. The counter tops are 1/2" thick material with 1" wide glued plastic trim that is unsupported on the bottom. I had to cut 1/2" strips and support the full trim width. This is critical on the dinette top that has to be handled for set up and break down every time. Adding these strips, you find out quickly that the counter tops are not mounted square on the cabinets. The dinette bed cushion is just supported by widely spaced boards. You need to add a couple of boards for solid support. The dinette table wobbles and not way to tighten it up. This year, the AC/heat unit is under the back bed/couch in the storage area. Sounds like a semi idling while you are sleeping. The "duct" work is dryer duct that moisture condensates on and drips into the storage area. I replaced with insulated duct that Aliner would not cover. Their idea for an air filter is a piece of foam sheet STAPLED to the plywood enclosure. I've got to build a frame now to use a replaceable filter. The thermostat box and wiring needs to be mounted higher to free up some storage space. The two AC ducts come out in front of the back bed. The return air vent is also in front of the back bed. When you pull the bed out, an AC cave is formed where no air escapes to cool the camper. The AC unit control senses camper temp in the return air, so the camper never cools. I finally covered the return air vent and drilled a bunch of 1" holes in the fire extinguisher mount, by the entrance door. You still need to put a fan on the floor, blowing AC air up, to try to displace the warm air higher up. The UHMW plastic wear strips, on the roof sides, have adhesion issues. They want to fold up every time you close the camper. The two bubble windows are not bedded in sealant. They will leak when the tiny sealant bead, around the window edge, moves a little. This model has the aluminum step plate on both ends. I do not like shiny. It blinds you when you walk up to it when the sun is out. It will be an issue for drivers behind you, at sunrise or sunset, depending on the direction of travel. Columbia Northwest should consider brushed aluminum or painting the top section a flat silver, gray. or black out of respect for drivers.

[@pammerryweather7914]

Thanks for this, Keith. Have you a suggestion for something better? Best regards...

[@giovannifunaro5408]

Air Force Guy .... would you ever consider doing a comparison between Aliner vs Rockwood? Thx

[@TheAirForceGuy]

I will try and give it a shot. Difference is mostly in the materials.

[@SB4E.2]

RV Reviews by The Air Force Guy Water tank capacity too. For those that applies to of course.

[@wolfpak8228]

It has everything you really need to move about the country

[@lindasue8719]

Woohoooooo It was like being on a ride at the carnival! I had to bail out at two minutes.

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Sorry about that check out this one, I believe it is much better: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4Smc3iiYryLeqc

[@clytiecatrett6209]

Somehow, it was set to 2x normal speed. Went to tools and changed to normal speed. Good show.

[@strategicbushcraft6391]

Hey Air Force Guy, I liked the video a lot. My Subaru Outback should have no problem towing these. About how much is the 12' Ranger going for now?

[@TheAirForceGuy]

MSRP is $18,024 on the one we have in stock. Please give me a call so we can discuss details @800-424-2267

[@hg2.]

Thank you AFG. AC seems to be standard equipment. ☺ Do they "disengage" and stow for traveling?

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Yes, check out this video, I close and open it back up. Thanks for watching..... kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJjZnoiwjbNge7M

[@beverlybalius9303]

Do these Aliners Leak in rain or heavyrain.

[@TheAirForceGuy]

They shouldn’t leak in heavy rain. Check out what some people do to keep the pressure on the sides so there is less chance of issues in windy situations. Thanks for watching

[@BarakTheWonderer]

Paul, how much is the XLE with the toilet/shower option?

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Approximately $24,600 MSRP

[@WalterParedes-j1n]

Hello I need help with my panel roof for my camper A liner please .

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Sorry to hear. Call us at 724-237-5227 or Email at [e-mail] ...... Hope this helps! Let me know...

[@mymjctube]

i like those a lot. but sorry, i couldn't understand where these are?

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Beckley’s Camping Center Thurmont Maryland

[@oldschooldiy3240]

I hate to be the one to break bad news to you, but, if a bear really wants into your camper- it's not going to matter if you have the "hard" or "soft" dormers! The bear's claws will tear through the doors, walls, windows and anything else! They have been known to rip a car door open to get inside!

[@MartinSage]

Yes, and my S+W loaded with .357 will stop bears.

[@papiciapapicia3546]

What price range are they would be great to know

[@TheAirForceGuy]

$10,000 up to $24,000

[@leonardwood8024]

Shop around from state to state. You might have to travel a couple of hundred miles to save a couple of grand. Makes for a good shake down trip.

[@comingaroundagain9342]

Who sells them close to Omaha, Ne. ? .

[@clytiecatrett6209]

Which windows open?

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Usually the ones on the walls and door

[@sharonmarks7192]

Have they discontinued the Ranger 10?

[@TheAirForceGuy]

No they still make it. Just didn't have one in stock to show...

[@itsgoode2bking]

Hay "Air Force Guy" This camper may be a lot of things - spacious is not one of them.

[@TheAirForceGuy]

You are correct. These campers, like any other small campers are for the folks that have a smaller vehicle and/or want to park it inside of there standard garage.

[@JodysJourney]

Paul Chamberlain, Jr Like me, who wants to get out of a tent but doesn't want the expense of a new car so wants to find something she can tow with her Jeep Liberty (2,000 lbs). 😊 Thanks for the video.

[@Reelifeproductions.]

RV Reviews by The Air Force Guy actually it is very spacious compared to other campers like a scamp or casita

[@angelaortega3520]

Looking for a lightweight Aliner Ascape with cassette toilet that my 4 cylinder Honda CR-V with AWD. SOMEONE HELP PLEASE!

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Unfortunately, not gonna happen. You need a different tow vehicle. Sorry!

[@jimwortham8634]

If anyone making video tell price don't be afraid

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Sorry, back then I didn't put the pricing below the video for these units. I did in this video, all the pricing for the different models are listed below the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4Smc3iiYryLeqc --- Thanks for Watching!

[@РахимХарике]

Класс. Где можно купить в России

[@TheAirForceGuy]

Thank you for watching. Not anywhere in Russia that I know of. You can order one from me and have it shipped over to you.