Former Million Dollar RV TRUE Cost of Ownership: My 1996 Newell Coach Experience! (10K Miles So Far)

[@davidthomas4489]

You ALWAYS crack me up when you do those imitations of dudes complaining or criticizing about something in that "duh" voice. That's your signature thing. Don't stop doing that!!

[@Stapleton42]

Hahahaha

[@timlindgren8264]

Nice update, very interesting and good overview on the ownership of the Newell to date. The most important factor of all (imho) is that this is your full-time home and not a secondary vacation travel home on wheels. Keeping it real Mitchell is why I watch! Really enjoy your steady focus when you are doing the solo videos!

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks brother. We’re just getting started

[@davefroman4700]

The rule of thumb when buying one of these big coaches is, if you are worried about how much it will cost to maintain it? You cannot afford to buy it.

[@billville111]

Also airplanes and boats and most women.

[@SpearFisher85]

Or you're married

[@SpearFisher85]

@@billville111 if it flies, floats, or f**ks... Rent it.

[@Dr_Mike2]

@@SpearFisher85 Truer words have never been spoken

[@KDill29]

I mean that's everything in life.

[@harryfp1494]

This guy is my freaking hero . Him and cleet are just great dudes this channel is so underrated

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man

[@jamieday6602]

My Dad has a Newell, I believe it's early 90's! In the paperwork he found out it was the owner of Newell's owner personal coach! It's just sitting now because of my dad's age!

[@BigMountainCustoms]

The generator will drink roughly 1gal per hour. And a Detroit 60 series, in my semi, is lucky to get 8mpg. If I'm bobtail I can get 11mpg. And for what it is, that's pretty good. To me, my general train of thought is, if you're wanting to drive a semi or even an RV then fuel mileage isn't going to be what you worry about. Yes, fuel cost is the biggest cost but if you worried about mpg, you'd never leave the house.

[@308scoutrfl]

As far as your fast idle goes, you should be able to step on the throttle and hold it where you want it and then hit the fast idle switch. It should hold at the RPM that you hold the pedal down at

[@Florjack2756]

It’s cool that you made this video. Most people see a rig like that and say “oh that guy has money” they never think about all the stuff it takes to own a unit like that. All the nickel and dimming that happens. Keep it up

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man

[@timoy4988]

I can relate to that pain. My wife is totally disabled and we use horses for her therapy. People think we're loaded. Exact opposite, it takes everything we have to pull it off. Horses suck... all the money outa my pockets. Keeps my wife on her feet so its worth every penny. 👍👍

[@OddsandSods26]

I totally agree with this video. I had been wanting to upgrade from my Barth and was looking a production motorhomes. Eventually a neighbour sold me his 2000 Bluebird Wanderlodge. Best deal ever. Brand new it was $750k. You can tell the quality just walking into it. Driving it is a dream. Highly recommend buying older quality motorcoaches.

[@dronesovertexas8833]

The pedal hinging at the bottom is causing uncomfortable dorsiflexion(backwards bending of the ankle) causing you to likely compensate with your hips/back. Swap the pedal to a hanging pedal and presto... Could even get all Jerry with it and simply bolt the existing pedal to a wooden block that flips it 180° and tilts it so that it's hinging from the top.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

I love VDO gauges! I always put them into my cars in the 1970’s and the 1980’s! They were the best!

[@cb84capri]

Me too, I put Cockpit series in my car a couple years ago. Unlike Autometer, I was able to buy every gauge I wanted in the size I needed.

[@xlooneyx_]

After seeing you do this successfully I have been considering getting one and a shop. Park up next to the shop and never have to worry about parking it and no home mortgage 😀

[@timoy4988]

I love these videos you make Mitchell, first hand knowledge of real life situations is so helpful in making decisions. Sitting down and talking with your elders about life experiences is something that I've always done. They've delt with it already so I don't have to figure it out at the time. You have seen alot already, your already sharing and helping others. Thats cool man.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks dude I’m glad this is valuable to you

[@Jake-yx7ct]

What an adventure in motorhome ownership. It's a house on many expensive tires!! LOL The air bags in back is something I never thought about. Good luck on your next long run...🖤🖤🖤

[@elcocoreyes]

the "T" under your seat.. drivers used to install a "T" to attach a spray nozzle. the driver used it to blow air and clean his immediate area

[@russellpottenger8584]

Interesting. Something an old trucker would only know. 😊

[@tygbenn]

The video of you broken down on the side of the road was the first video I watched. Then I realized wow I like what this guy is doing

[@Stapleton42]

Ayyy. Glad you’re here 😂

[@sihuds]

The RV is actually teal but on camera it comes out grey/silver

[@Grey86]

%100 looks silver/grey

[@Fire-se9sg]

@@Grey86 you 100% didn’t get the sarcasm

[@Stapleton42]

😂😂😂

[@jerredwayne8401]

Id like this comment but its at 69 and uncle Ronnie would be pissed

[@Gab3A]

Is it Janny or Laurel?

[@DLTJR1959]

You own a quality all metal bus. They are worth the dollars required to keep up. We have a Wanderlodge. Same thing. BTW you are averaging between 6 and 7 mpg. At a constant you will be upper 6's and low 7's. The generator will burn around 1/2 gallon per hour. My bus electronic gauge shows a 6.15 mpg average. My father had an 05 American Eagle with a 500 Cummins. At 42K pounds his bus showed 6.5 mpg average. My Wandelodge weighs 52K pounds and with a 525 CAT. Great video. Thanks. Love the Newell content.

[@bryansanges6679]

7.8 mpg at that speed is good and sounds pretty accurate.

[@BLKMGK4]

yeah and that's how you figure out MPG, expecting the dash to be accurate isn't what you do....

[@Dave5843-d9m]

It’s a pretty big bus so 2 miles to the litre seems pretty good.

[@joshuaelam6647]

I have a 11 liter Cummins in a 01 Monaco 40’ and get 5.5-5.8 with or without enclosed trailer.

[@BigMountainCustoms]

I've always been one to sit with my elders and soak up the history that they lived through. There's something satisfying about hearing, and learning, about things I will never see in my lifetime. Likewise, I find it an honor, when a youngster wants to sit with me and listen to the history that I've lived through. I say all of that to say this: I love your thirst for history. Not only race history but the history of the individual(s) that you are speaking with. If there were more young folk with your thirst for KNOWING the history from the mouth of the horse, how much tamer would our current society be? Anyway, I'm loving your content [which I've been binge-watching] and you're extremely blessed to have found a girl that loves doing these things with you. To me, and a lot of others I'm sure, you're Rock Stars. Keep on rocking, Mitchell and Logan...and we'll keep watching.

[@Stapleton42]

Thank you so much!!

[@theotherbrent]

After spending 20 years as a rv master tech i can tell you most of them are garbage. there are only a few manufacturers that do it right. Newell is right at the top of the list. Took a ride in one once with a 60 putting 1150 hp to the wheels. Ever seen a bus do a burnout?

[@mgabrysSF]

Interesting. What about others like Newmar (or who else is at the top of the list). Home ownership also costs a lot over time. Try replacing a roof. Oof. At least these things you can change your scenery. I personally don't get the idea of buying new anyway - a 3-6 year old coach has the 'break-in' period for all the system tweaks over the first 10k miles at least. And most of the top-end coaches (that I've seen to date) have been maintained extremely well by their first owner.

[@seanmorrell490]

A lot of people don't think about the fact that with one of those you not only have the problems of a vehicle to maintain but all the problems of a house too

[@Stapleton42]

You sure? Can’t remember the last time I had to cut the grass or deal with a flooded basement

[@seanmorrell490]

Lol I was referring to stuff like electrical plumbing leaking roof stuff like that that wasn't directed at you or anyone specific

[@BobBerardjr772]

I find your motivation absolutely great to putting in this kinda time in your videos! Thank you, glad you found a good bus, it’s beautiful

[@Stapleton42]

Thank you Bob!

[@christopherrasmussen8718]

Wanderlodge LX (03) owner here. Tell me all about it. They are truly special. They will outlive us. 7.8 sounds right.

[@jasoncantrall6446]

I'm telling you as a guy who owned three semis, spend your most money in steers. The drives you can go with lower priced brands like generals, or Kelly. Best steers you can get are Bridgestones. They're 700 plus a tire, but they last. Also see if you can get centramatics for the steers, helps keep the tires balanced. They're about 300 for a pair.

[@Stapleton42]

It has centramatics already 🤟🏻

[@soillife1]

I certainly agree For the past 12 years we have owned a 1999 Monaco signature. 500hp ISM. 125,000 miles. Electric Heated tile floors 3 zone aqua hot, I had a newely rebuilt, exchange unit installed in August. Built like a tank. 10 airbag suspension Drives like a Cadillac We have not seen a newer one that we would trade for. Your video inspired me

[@SlightAddictions]

I never gave any “coach” a second thought every until I saw these videos. I just thought they were all mobile homes, but now I get there’s mobile mansions and mobile trap houses and everything in between. I think it’d be cool to see you do a review on a more “trap house” kinda low budget coach

[@FadeToBlackLLC]

I just went from a 16 gas to an 05 diesel and there are just little things you have to keep track of and prioritize what needs to be fixed and what can wait. I still enjoy using it and thankfully I can do a lot of it myself. It's some crazy how something will work today and tomorrow it doesn't. Drives me crazy, but after I fix it I hope I'll never have to fix it again..

[@Stapleton42]

It be like that sometimes lol

[@joshgibson5061]

Never been interested in motor homes till watching your channel. New fascination..

[@The9Pauls]

Hauled a wife and 7 kids around the country for a year in a 98 Prevost XL. Haha always got the fuel economy question and my answer was the exact same.

[@kbar150]

Definitely get the jake brake fixed, it will help with braking with a trailer and in general. Btw They do have "performance" upgrades for the series 60. Besides power it will improve efficiency

[@kevinconmy3625]

Great video.I can tell this guy knows his stuff.Your a realist,very informative,doesn't overly worry about non vital things.Cool dude

[@bobellis1022]

For sure, if you are concerned about fuel mileage, find something else to spend your money on! Love the videos Mitchell, love your honesty about what you fix and why you don't fix certain other things. Keep on keeping on!

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks brother 🤟🏻

[@fourleafcloveer5011]

That flat spot on the tires was probably what caused the ECU pin to vibrate off.

[@turbhoeheflin1168]

My dad went from working on motor homes to selling them. He went to a “show” with the manufactures and decided to ask them about things he had to fix most often. They told him they are built to sell not to use.

[@colinrogers9927]

Kinda makes your dad sound like a swindler

[@picklefart]

^ what salesman isn’t?

[@MrPbip]

At least he got a job

[@stonyrerootkit1013]

Sounds Legit...!!! 😎😱🚨🕋🔥

[@levak8740]

@@colinrogers9927 Ha ha that was funny!

[@rogerfleury9759]

Mitch, I have completely changed my mind about buying a used Coach. But it was great to get rid of everything I didn’t need. So thank you for that! All the maintenance and the fixing things constantly turned me off. I wasn’t going to be driving a lot so the fuel issue wasn’t going to be a big problem. My plan was to go to a state that I had friends or family, park it somewhere convenient then drive my car or motorcycle everywhere I wanted to go. But the heck with all that. I will just stay in a Hotel and do the things I want to do. You get your room cleaned daily, breakfast and the option to go anywhere I wanted. And some Hotels reward you for staying at their places with free nights. Can’t beat that! So thanks again for all the information you have passed on to us perspective buyers so we can decide what is the right decision for our needs and wants! Roger in Pierre South Dakota

[@magician2020]

Nice update. My fuel MPG is about the same, I have a Detroit 4 stroke. My rig is slow as a snail going up hill.

[@bartrutledge3364]

I appreciate the Newell content. It’s different and interested.. it seems you won’t be running out of the Newell content any time soon either!!

[@stevetekrv5791]

Glad I stumbled onto this video. What a friggen cool rig man! It's funny, everyone I ever talk to gets 7mpg. My 2500HD towing a 6000lb Jayco camper got 7mpg. Now I tow a 38' 13,000lb toy hauler and still get 7mpg. Most guys I know who have 5th wheels with 3500's or F350's get 7mpg while towing. And the guy next to my RV spot, with his 2000 Newel get's 7mpg. Like 7 is the magic number. LOL

[@Stapleton42]

Sure seems like it 😂

[@D2WrenchWorksDIY]

Love the RV updates man! You are taking me way back, funny enough I was actually talking to the wife today about your Newell! I'm sure you are already aware, but for the other RV homies out there..KOOL SEAL IS YO PAPI!! I was raised on fixing all types of RV's and 90% of the job was repairing a devastated ceiling that trickled down to walls and floors.

[@doughopkinsjr]

So I have ran big coaches for a long time. When you get new tires make sure they throw bag weights in side the tire for proper balance. You have to ask because they dont usually balance them. 7 mpg is decent when towing I'm around 8 to 9 with 350hp 8.6l cummins with 28 foot enclosed with car/ jr dragster/ golf cart/ lots of tools. Letting them sit is the hardest thing on them.

[@Music-pl8xf]

Great Video! Prioritize - Safety, Maintenance, Comfort - Then by Cost. Sometimes the cost is minimal and comes down to your time. Don't worry about what other peeps think or say. The only opinion that matters is YOURS since you are the one that has to live in it and own it. Keep on putting out the videos and most of all have some fun doing it.

[@PatrickGunderson]

Dude, you calculate gas mileage between fill-ups. You fill the tank and write down the miles on the odometer, then you drive, then at your next fill-up you take a new odometer reading and subtract the previous reading to get miles driven. Divide that by how much gas you just put in the tank and you get the mileage value.

[@carygoforth2739]

That's what I was thinking. Doesn't anyone know how to do simple math anymore? Probably can't count change back either.

[@dudeofrare]

A few things: Since the previous owner deferred maintenance, get a DD Tech to check your valve train & injectors. If the valve train is out of adjustment, no jake brake. You can buy good name brand tools used. Pawn Shops will sell hard to move items at a discount. Find your fuel leak, See if it can be patched with JB Weld. I have patched a number of fuel tanks with it over the years.

[@barryjackson1401]

Ive typed into google "what is the cost of running a generator in a Class A" 6 different ways in the past and never could get an answer. Im in the market for Class A and FINALLY someone answered it.

[@Stapleton42]

That’s what I’m here for 🤟🏻😂

[@deanstoops26]

My 1993 Newell with the 8V-92 gets around 5 mpg. I have logged every gallon through it for 20,000 miles. Your S-60 will probably do better. Mine has a plumbing connection with a valve between the two fuel tanks. I know some Newells have a baffle in the main tank to prevent the generator from totally draining the main fuel tank. I replaced the fuel level senders ( available at NAPA) and that helped accuracy. Still not great though. You are right ....There is always something to repair. I tell people it is like combining an old truck with an old house.... Always something to fix!

[@freetolook3727]

Btw, having worked in the RV industry for over twenty years, your mileage is about right. Those style motorhomes can be expected to get 6-8 m.p.g. It's good to know for estimating travel distance and performance. Bad (relatively bad) fuel mileage can be an indicator of maintenance issues.

[@davewilliams1097]

You mentioned South Carolina in the video. I work here in North Charleston and this coach was here several years ago dry camping in my marina parking lot. If I remember correctly, the owners maybe lived in Myrtle Beach. I admired the coach when she first showed up and came to like the owners. Keep up the awesome videos..Dave in Charleston.

[@eluder4130]

They are the best coaches hands down no questions asked. If you can afford them no questions asked the best.

[@claudeconkrite8560]

I bought a classic 1975 MCI Greyhound-Marathon Coach conversion about 5 years ago, and i found that you don't have to be rich to travel, and live in a "Land Yacht." The key is to be willing to learn how to do stuff you can yourself. We actually found it cheaper to live full time in our bus. No computer to worry about, but with the Detroit V871 it is the shiznit.

[@mountainsgarage]

Fix the Jake! Lots of diagnostic info on Jacobsvehiclesystems. Before the EPA decided to chase Nox emissions and kill fuel mileage back to less than 5mpg, the Series 60 was an economy motor with 7-9 mpg normal.

[@v4yt126]

The best part is you are Doing it! most of us are sat on our asses watching you :0

[@markwitkop7022]

If you can afford the rig, then, the fuel is not an issue. You put it in as needed.

[@jackasmaryan1776]

The Jake Brake is an awesome thing to have cause it saves your brakes allot & they sell rebuilt kits for them which you can tackle yourself. Plus without a muffler it sounds freaking good

[@Nappylou69]

A tire sponsor would be so rad one day for you, get some nice race tires to burn up and some new tires on the coach to hull everything around on.

[@Stapleton42]

I work with BF Goodrich now actually. The commercial truck tire division is separate from automotive so my guys can’t help me here

[@CreamyCornCob]

Did you paint the ceiling white too? ;) (some will understand)...

[@BrandonReitzRealtor]

Um yes, I have a 97 Monaco Signature and the carpet in the ceiling has some spots on it. Painting it sounds a lot more practical than replacing.

[@Tjtakedown]

You're hysterical brother. New fan, subscribed because of the Jh Diesel videos and have been watching where I can. Keep it up. 🙌

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man 💪🏻

[@marks8068]

fuel mileage differs greatly between good and cheap diesel fuel. and 1000 other factors matter too but your guess sounds pretty correct to me. changing those tires would be my nr 1 priority! the flat spots will rattle your RV to hell when driving, causing more breakdowns and damage you ever can fix if left like it is. seat fix+relocation would be another one. You chose a nice RV, I didnt like the newer ones at Newell HQ like the Dale Jr one you did a walkaround on as much. This one has a cool nineties vibe to it that really speaks to me, that might be because its from my teenager years and I usually like early to mid-nineties stuff better as what came after that.. RV living isnt as easy to do overhere in Europe, (it would bankrupt you in no time unless you have boatloads of money coming in) but if I had thev option I`d surely be up for it instead of a regular house.

[@JohnLewisRV]

Congrats, well done video, puts upgrades and repairs in perspective. Only you know your priorities, experience, budget, and needs.

[@morganclawson9985]

I live in a 1990 truck bed camper and I couldn't imagine not using the toilet. There is a toilet in the building I'm parked it but there is also a septic hook up. Just way more convenient

[@brian3255]

Mitchell. I'm a High School Class of 1994. Man u are making me feel old lol! Or reminding me how "ANALOG" everything was. Pre Internet days were the best I felt so liberated then lol. If u have to ask how much MPG you cant afford it. Keep up the great work! Glad to see the subscriber base growing

[@Stapleton42]

Heck yeah 😂 glad you’re here man

[@brian3255]

@@Stapleton42 yup still catching all yours and Andrew Steele's videos

[@CaptanTaco]

Your channel is so amazing!! I love all the content you put out!

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks dude I’m glad I’m doing my job 🤟🏻

[@jamescorcoran4684]

Thank you taking the time to make such interesting videos. Thanks for caring.

[@Stapleton42]

Glad you like them sir

[@DannyDiesel]

We have so much in common, I’m living in my Race trailer, getting ready to race next year. 2020 was a flop, you could get tires on an interest free credit card bro!

[@tombecker1876]

I have ran from Oklahoma City to New Mexico with All Unser Jr. When that unite was new. I was running West to the coast LA bound.. I was Drving a double bunt cabover Peterbuilt. Deffently a large car. Unser had left Indy where he had just had it turned up. That rig will deffently get on down the road. I had a latch break on the trailer door and had came open. All stoped and helped me get the door tied shut. And continued across 40. That was a fun night running wide open across 40. That was nice of All to stop and help me. Tom Becker from Cincinnati.

[@freetolook3727]

It's exactly like owning a house, always something to do.

[@d.peters6075]

My father always said if you need to worry about gas mileage, you have no business owning it. He was from WV and his actual statement was "The farmer never asked how much hay the horse ate. If he needed or wanted the horse, it was just the cost of having it. And as the ol' cliche' says "if you need to ask how much (fill in the blank), then you probably shouldn't be looking to buy it."

[@panagiotisf7228]

Working on buses is awsome man that's what I do for a living for nyc transit

[@tony64t]

Thanks for the useful information. I've always wanted to get a Bluebird Wanderlodge. I will follow your channel to see what it actually takes to own a used high end motorhome. I appreciate your honesty.

[@waynebullock9717]

You could always do the fuel mileage the old school way. Just reset your trip odometer when you fill up, next time you fill up divide the miles by the gallons you put in.

[@young11984]

What part of this video did i find most useful???? Nothing really other than the fact you neglect the same thing 90% of motorcoach owners that dont use them every day, the seat air bag is likely leaking bad since they usually go before the suspension bags do. Its a cool rig and you cant fix everything without spending what another one will cost with the same issues. I agree with the milage deal, you dont buy a 40k lb motor coach to get good fuel milage. If you want that drive a Prius to a motel, people ask me hows the milage on my F250 and i say it has a gauge so when it gets to 1/4 tank i look for a fuel stop...i bought it to haul shit not worry about how good fuel milage is. Love the vids hoss

[@trusted_traveler]

im going the cheapest route. Bought an old Freightliner school bus with low miles, and building it out to be an RV. Its a 40 foot bus with tons of space, when you remove the seats of course.

[@CLCIII]

Near the end as you are going through your list of things you want to do, in my mind I am thinking cha-ching, cha-ching, cha-ching. I'm 6'4" and the first thing I would fix would be the drivers seat. Gotta be comfortable driving long distance.

[@Stapleton42]

Same. That’s why those things aren’t done yet 😂

[@chris_martin]

You'll want to get that jake brake fixed. Sounds amazing going under bridges, and works amazing to get slowed down, especially with a trailer

[@Stapleton42]

I’m aware of this lol

[@JTBlair-nw6gb]

You're living the life dude! Enjoy yourself!

[@truedox]

You can just calculate MPG yourself by topping off the tank, resetting trip meter, and on the next fuel top off, divide miles on trip meter by gallons added.

[@jaredkinneyjr]

Thats how I always did it when I first started driving in 98' & gas was .69cent/gallon in Nov. 98'

[@adamwinters4448]

I'm glad you gave an out look on the rv life...I have a 2016 Prevost liberty... I average about 3.5 mpg

[@willbedone1774]

Yo Stapleton, just make sure you reconnect that exhaust pipe. It is there to keep exhaust fumes from coming back into the vehicle. It should extended at least 2 inches from the bumper! That is a DOT requirement for school buses. And that is a part of your pretrip inspection, to make sure all your pipes are connected and secure and no exhaust leaks! Be safe out there Driver! PEACE!👍

[@Stapleton42]

I’ll be fine

[@russellgerow1203]

If you're ever to Nashville look up the bus Grease Monkey you could go right to his place and he'll hook you up with all the things you need to fix that got a KZbin channel check him out

[@Grumpy_Stiltskin]

Hooking the airline up sounds way easier than moving and bending pedals, and bonus you'll have an air ride seat. Trucks have a T there for a air nozzle to blow dust and dirt out. With no side door there, Don't know why it has one. If your not already, carry fuel filters, nothing worse than being in the middle of nowhere and plugged filters stop the fun.

[@adriannurse1502]

We have a 2006 42' Monaco Dynasty. We tow a 2018 Lincoln MKX. With the cruise control on 65 mph we get 7.5 mpg. If you join the FMCA, Family Motor Coach Assoc., You can get your tires directly from the manufacturer at a discounted price. That will save you some money.

[@ChillingWithMel22]

Great video I've been binge-watching ever since your Dale Earnhardt motorhome fiasco video great channel.

[@19jdjnr]

I used to drive a semi with the 60 series. Running at 80,000lbs threw the Appalachian mountains I got a solid 7mpg

[@asswipegtaonline9927]

In all reality, I love your SUV builds, and the Escalade! But I'm here just to learn more about the Newell, for when I retire! Cheers from Edmonton Alberta Canada

[@gr4eme1975]

Welcome to home ownership. The only difference is your home moves. You’d have the same issues with any home. The expenses are just different over a regular property.

[@rdeanbenson217]

with the exception that most homes don't DEPRECIATE! (it's only money, you can't take it with you, lifestyle, ect)

[@gafrers]

Very interesting and honest as usual. What you said about maintenance is the same thing when you own a house. 3 million small and less small jobs and more always come up. This being you home is the same thing.

[@redsox63]

“Ling long ding dong tires” 😂😂😂😂 💀

[@russellpottenger8584]

Enjoy the content. Your channel is a strong influence on me considering an older Newell over the production fiberglass coaches. Don’t know what they were thinking when they put that pedal in. Seems like it would be uncomfortable for anybody.

[@lachlanmassie5691]

Loving your vids mate, been through all of them in the last couple of weeks. Makes me want to buy a bus

[@GoingBracketRacing]

Thanks for doing these videos. I've been wanting one of these for the racetrack and wondering what it would cost me

[@chuckcts-v3460]

Check out Walmart or Sams for truck tires, and car tires online. Most people do not know they have good prices on both types of tires. I have been buying my tires for cars for years from them. You get what you pay for tires, more costly tires will usually last a lot longer than cheap tires. I damaged a tire, they had a new tire at the store I use in 1 day. Usually have a 4 tire order shipped in a few days.There are Walmart stores everywhere if you need a replacement while on the road. Also, with tires for the Newell, always check them/air pressure daily and while on a trip, running them low on air pressure will kill them due to the weight of that rig. Get some tire covers to keep the sun from damaging the tires while parked for long periods of time.

[@kameronlb]

Maybe look into a mobile rv mechanic? They are usually very reasonable to getting all the odds and ends working. Especially water heaters and a/c 's Nice rig!

[@DanEBoyd]

VDO gauges were used in Mercedes, and were a staple in Hot Rods in the late '70s and early '80s.

[@richardgreene3460]

Refreshingly, honest video! I am the same way with my luxury cars. It's really common sense which some don't have!

[@safedriver1979]

Good content, thinking about getting an RV. I'll definitely keep an eye out for a upper level RV older. 👍

[@SrslyNoz.]

That tough math... I filled the tank and drove 300 miles then put in 50 gallons so my vehicle got 6 miles to the gallon. It's the way we did it before we had GPS and Infotainment.

[@Stapleton42]

If you have a 300 gallon tank with two places to fill it when you’re at a slightly different angle it takes a totally different amount of fuel

[@SrslyNoz.]

@@Stapleton42 But if you repeat the process three times and average the results, you'll be more than close enough.

[@felixcat9318]

What an interesting video this is! An owner whom is honest, objective and straightforward, and works on it himself. I really like that you tell it as it is, and don't feel any need to justify yourself about your choices. Your videos form an invaluable educational and advisory perspective which owners and potential owners will find helpful. Subscribed.

[@Stapleton42]

thanks man. that is my goal

[@gregburgess3986]

Have had Caravans, but this may be the next step, very informative. Thank you

[@ryangreenshields1761]

We used that same engine on are smaller generator at work, those thing are amazing we have couple with 10k hrs still going strong.

[@Katsunaka]

My car carrier(full semi with headrack) weighs about 40k empty, and gets about 6-6.5 total. It's got a different motor, and it's manual. Mercedes motor, eaton 10 speed.