I would like to see reviews of several Class C RVs. A comparison of the top three brands in the 24 ft size range would be great.
@silasferreira96473 ай бұрын
Winnebago view 2005-06 best choise for the money and engine built mine makes 18 MPG diesel .
@no_country_for_real_men Жыл бұрын
This is hands down your best video for people that have no experience with RVs but considering purchasing
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@googleuser476 Жыл бұрын
Yes, absolutely make a video about build quality of different brands. That is the one I’ve been waiting on the most.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Coming soon!Thanks for watching!
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
@goo, * Staples into particle board. * Holes! In! The! Roof!. * Assembled by minimum-wage first-day-on-the-job on a hung-over Monday. * chinesium tires. . We delivered RecreateVehicles manufacturer-to-dealer and dealer-to-shows. We are convinced all RecreateVehicles are designed by the same committee of non-camping accountants. Slap on a different decal, charge a different price. . I am also convinced RecreateVehicle sales-people are failed dentists... with a sadistic streak. They enjoy inflicting pain on unsuspecting buyers.
@bluecoveralls7729 Жыл бұрын
"Don't break your RV", he says. My RV breaks itself!
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Lol....so true!
@bluecoveralls7729 Жыл бұрын
But I still like the tag line. We all need the extra encouragement to slow down and take the turn a little wider.
@patrickmccoy8169 Жыл бұрын
Agree with these comments fully. We full time in all kinds of weather and about 30% of the time boondocking. We have a residential fridge, 600 amp hours of lithium batteries, 900 watts solar, an 8K diesel generator and three sources of heat with propane furnace heating our tanks and living space. We’ve used it all and enjoy a 10 gallon three way hot water heater along with a massive propane tank. We also have 100 gallons of fresh water, 110 gallons of gray and 70 black storage and dual pane windows. The downside is maintenance on a complex and older diesel pusher. We have a 98 Foretravel.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for sharing!
@bcrawford9072 Жыл бұрын
I took my gas refrigerator out and put a home refrigerator in. I have no battery to run it or solar. I can get about 8 hours running down the road before I half to worry. I pull everything far as food and put it in the freezer. That's how I keep my stuff cold.
@Gman-qm6bv Жыл бұрын
Excellent info, did not know about gas fridges need to stay above 25 degrees. Thanks!
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
@G, What temperature do you keep the inside of your rig.
@Gman-qm6bv Жыл бұрын
@@largemarge1603 During the day, we are often out and about so I keep it on 80 since we are not in the TT. When we get back I turn the air cond to 74 and at night we sleep at about 71 or 72. Our TT is only 24 feet and we have a 15K BTU ac unit.
@fellipe297 ай бұрын
Been finding your videos very helpful. I was set on buying a Grand Design Imagine til I saw your video detailing their inability to properly plumb the travel trailer’s. For my situation you suggested a Park Model. I agree. Thank you
@undercoverrvtech7 ай бұрын
Glad I could help!
@sillystina3 Жыл бұрын
I would love input on a 4 season toyhauler!!!! Totally looking forward to your videos about the most reliable rv brands.
@Baldfacepaints3 ай бұрын
Me too!
@outbackwack36810 ай бұрын
Thanks. Because of our cats and the desire to boondock a fair amount, we opted for the Forester 3011DS Class C, almost exclusively due to the floorplan and huge amount of storage. I added a 4" lift, Fox suspension and 32" all terrain tires plus 800W of solar. We tow a Cherokee Trailhawk and the 6.8L V10 struggles up hills. However, after 3 months and 4000 miles it's done great.
@SDSunriser10 ай бұрын
How about doing a video on how to protect bottoms of RVs from critters eating wires, etc.?
@Myrune110 ай бұрын
I'm not clear on how a gas absorption refrigerator gets ruined in cold weather. I lived in New Jersey for two winters in my RV and never had an issue. I then moved to the mountains of southern Arizona and actually had my pipes freeze once in the winter, but for years I never had a problem with the refrigerator. Yes, it was gas absorption and I used propane most of the time. (I lucked out on the pipes freezing, they were not really under pressure at the time and only the faucet head in the kitchen popped out. Nothing else was damaged and I never had a leak.)
@michaelblaeser67474 күн бұрын
Come to the Praires of Canada or the Rockies.....and experience the wonder 😂
@w1tjl Жыл бұрын
You mentioned to say the brands that we are interested in - we bought a Heartland mallard Pathfinder specifically PB-17QBH - a myriad of initial problems which I fix because I'm pretty handy and I know the trades. Overall it seems to be fairly well-constructed but all the little stuff like the wiring in the plumbing really were in bad shape. If I couldn't defend this myself it would still be in the shop after a year-and-a-half LOL
@theshadowswithin9896 Жыл бұрын
We bought a brand new 2023 Heartland Mallard IDM26 a few months ago and have had electrical and plumbing issues as well... The microwave didn't work first outing; wasn't even plugged in, the outlet fell out of the wall, and the outlet read open neutral on my diagnostic equipment. The p trap under the kitchen sink came loose and dumped water all over under the sink. Bunch of other small, dumb issues as well (random screws rattling loose, trim pieces loose, floor squeaks at night, couch squeaks, bugs keep getting inside from somewhere, the solar controller wiring wasn't even hooked up, etc.). Tried to get warranty work, Camping World said they'd need to hold onto it for months. We full time, so I am just fixing stuff myself.
@SDSunriser10 ай бұрын
A better title for this video probably is "What RV and Refrigerator is best for full timing?"
@hawkeye31kАй бұрын
*Which
@johnhildebrandt954110 ай бұрын
I would like for you to review a Rockwood/Flagstaff Minilte trailer!
@FACULTATIVECARNIVORES9 ай бұрын
OUTSTANDING INFO. Thanks a million. Please review Class C motor coaches with wetbath, 12v fridge, no slide, queen bed with walk around, dinette, wood stove, insulated windows, swivel captain seats, Ford 350. We are researching to find the best manufacturer. So far, Fraserway is in a league all by itself, even though some of our wants are not onboard.
@shiftfocus1 Жыл бұрын
Having just had to replace our gas absorption fridge, I can attest to the cost. I’d love your thoughts on fibreglass clamshell style RVs vs the more common fibreglass slab wall or stick-and-tin constructions: advantages and disadvantages. Brands include Bigfoot, Escape, Oliver, Casita, Northern Lite. The appeal to me is the reduced chance of water leaks, and the value retention. The latter sure makes them expensive on the used market, though!
@JohnNguyen-iw8qn Жыл бұрын
They will sell for about what you paid for them. They are better in every way to 99.9% of other RV's.
@steves9905 Жыл бұрын
I had an 18month temp job in KC, and decided to live in my 5th wheel at an RV park and not get an apt. My winter there they had a freak cold front come in...fortunately there was some warning and i was able to get some electric tank blankets which kept the propane tanks warm and i did not lose my furnace in -14 weather. RV had the optional belly pan which kept the tanks warm too, but didn't help the drain hoses, but fortunately we had a quick thaw after a few days. By and large i would not recommend winter RV'g unless you have backups to everything in case it goes haywire. but i enjoyed my adventure
@jaylynbrannon5026Ай бұрын
Would love to see a review of the new Airstream Tradewind for Boondocking.
@davidnassar7868 Жыл бұрын
It would be great if you could review the Outdoor RV brand. While these still suffer from some of the quality issues all of them have, I would be interested in your opinion compared against other brands.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I'll add them to my list, thanks for watching!
@JohnNguyen-iw8qn Жыл бұрын
They are crap like the rest. There's zero consistency in RV's... Except if you consider they are consistently made terrible?
@bethsmith418210 ай бұрын
I would love to see some reviews on the KZ Durango (321RKT) and the Durango Gold series. I just found your channel today and really like the honest reviews and information you are providing. Thx
@5stardave Жыл бұрын
For cold weather I'd use a class B with internal tanks. I would never use a propane powered fridge because I have a tendancy of parking on an incline or decline when walking my dog. My Snowmaster compressor chest fridge has lasted three years so far of daily use. And I have no propane on my campervan, use my vehicle's gasoline tank to power my Espar water heater and furnace.
@Infernotaco154 ай бұрын
Also, there are manufacturers putting 1000 watt solar on 30 foot trailers now, with large battery banks and inverters. They Ain't cheap though
@markk17111 ай бұрын
It would be cool to see a review thingy on the Northwood Artic Fox (North Fork) TT's and 5th wheels (Grande Ronde)...also from them are the Nash TT's.
@meadowbrookguideservice83593 ай бұрын
Jacob, This was an awesome video. Thank you so much for sharing and educating us. Would love a video comparing small class c rvs. Looking to purchasing one very soon.
@samueladams177510 ай бұрын
There are electric tankless water heaters, but the ones I used are meant for commercial and residential use. Those pull a lot of amps. You have to have inverters that are heavy duty and a decent size bank of batteries. Run 4 to 8 in parallel and optimal will be 24 volt. And yes, this will have to be a do it yourself project as I don't know of any RV made set up that way. Anything that runs on propane means you have to buy it from time to time. That could be a problem if living in it year round and budget is tight.
@tonycharron736 ай бұрын
Appreciate your insite and description of a proper DIY upgrade 👍🏻
@garytruchelut83682 ай бұрын
Enjoy you videos and your no non-sense approach. We are contemplating full time RV living and remaining in one place for 3-4 months at a time. I don't intend to purchase a hauling vehicle and have a transport company move it for me to save on having to have such a large heavy duty vehicle as a daily driver and the associated costs. We have always lived in a brick and mortar home but have owned several RVs over the years. I have somewhat narrowed down the manufacturer to DRV. We will have to purchase a used one since they are so expensive. I would love to hear your take on this company's products. thanks again for the informative videos
@j37j2 Жыл бұрын
I would definitely be interested in the knowing the different brands for migrant workers. I'm in the process of accepting a new job which has me traveling around every six months with my family. So far I have been thinking of doing so with a fifth wheel, so that I can disconnect and use the truck. Thanks so much for this awesome channel.
@RebeccaBarrett-xu3mq Жыл бұрын
Us too
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I'm working on a review video of some 5th wheels that I think you will find helpful. Stay tuned!
@VideoconferencingUSA5 ай бұрын
SUGGESTION: time to use a lapel mic for better audio.
@parks71a3 ай бұрын
So informative, thanks for making all these, learning so much!
@undercoverrvtech3 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@kimtingler8891Ай бұрын
I would like to see reviews for Oudoors Rv travel trailers.
@eugeneenslow856311 ай бұрын
Please review the Ember RVs for the purpose of a permanent nomad lifestyle. Thank you
@theA_M Жыл бұрын
Great video! I'd love if you could cover the best brands/models of Class C RVs.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Class C is a broad category, is there a more specific size you are looking at?
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
@A, I need to see your RequirementsStatement. * experience * souls aboard * duration off-grid * full-time live-aboard. . On skoolie and other home-built forums, we recommend: * acquire a likely candidate * toss in some car-camping gear * go have fun. Acquiring or building the rig prior to using it risks forcing the adventure to fit the rig. . Walk a RecreateVehicle park or resort. Chat with owners of rigs you might consider. . Join a caravan of experienced travellers. Watch, listen, offer to help. . Avoid believing 'this rig is my forever rig'. You grow and change, your rig needs evolve.
@Gman-qm6bv Жыл бұрын
I have been RV'ing since 1973. The class B was reliable and a great unit. Bought a used class C and had continuous problems. Bought a used TT but got rid of it due to water damage I was not aware of upon purchase. Bought a new TT and it has been excellent. Class C's have a lot of stuff that can go wrong.
@NewYorkGiant518 Жыл бұрын
@@Gman-qm6bv Which make do you own?
@Gman-qm6bv Жыл бұрын
@@NewYorkGiant518 Right now we have a Coachmen Freedom Express TT.
@kirkdupre Жыл бұрын
Good info. Thanks. For motorhome comparison video, would love your take on Tiffin Phaeton vs Fleetwood Discovery LXE.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the request! I've added those to my list :)
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
@kirk, To compare, visit your local insurance salvage pool or wrecking yard aka 'dismantlers'. . We delivered RecreateVehicles, including BillionBuxBus conversions. Waiting for paperwork, we wandered the assembly area. We watched a forklift raise the center of a frame higher than our heads before the dropping ends cleared the floor. The box structure of the quarters provides the majority of the structural rigidity. . Any impact or trauma to the box transforms the RecreateVehicle to a trampoline. . But they have pretty decals!
@RebeccaBarrett-xu3mq Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for the comparing of models
@buckskin_gulch4137 Жыл бұрын
I would like to see your opinion on best build quality on higher end fifth wheels like Alliance Paradigm vs Forest River Riverstone vs Grand Design vs Montana. The waters get muddy when looking at construction techniques. Thank you for the info you put out in your videos
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Great suggestions, I've added those 4 to my list. I plan to do some head-to-head comparison videos so stay tuned
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
@buck. See my reply to 'googleuser' in this comment thread.
@chrisakans Жыл бұрын
I’d like you to compare some brands that aren’t made in Elkhart County, IN. Northwood/ORV/Oliver/NuCamp come to mind. Thanks!
@MichaelHLacrosse11 ай бұрын
Love to hear ur comments on the Ember travel trailers a and Jaycos
@undercoverrvtech11 ай бұрын
Haven't look at Ember yet, but have several Jaycos coming up. Thanks for watching!
@garysarratt15 ай бұрын
Ours has a 12v power supply; the battery is only on its own when off the truck or shore power.
@benschoch9263 Жыл бұрын
I would like to see a video on quality and brand/modle and price
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Awesome, I'm planning to do several head-to-head reviews where I show different brands at different prices and review them for the quality of the build. Coming soon!
@PBMayor211 ай бұрын
Class A review(s) would be awesome. Currently own A Winnebago.
@johnhaithcock19196 ай бұрын
Good analysis. Appreciate the categories.
@user-do8lq4es9s10 ай бұрын
After watching several of your videos I have come the conclusion that there is NO toyhauler or manufacturer in our price range with quality that we could ever buy. With that said our desire to travel full time and winter in warm climates is a bust! For information we where looking at the Grand Design 349 now I will just forget it very disappointing thanks for the info. I also looked at Alliance and Brinkley. Bad floor plans bad Prices.
@cchambersglenn Жыл бұрын
I’d be interested to know what you think about Grand Design TTS. Thank you!
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Grand Design is on my list and I've got several I plan to review - stay tuned!
@stackerothings5 ай бұрын
Could you do a review on ATC RVs? I like to the idea of there being zero wood in them, but unsure about the rest of the build quality.
@undercoverrvtech5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion, I'll add it to my list
@Fumduck0001 Жыл бұрын
Great video, enjoy your content and have learned a lot. Would enjoy a video including slide-in truck campers for vagabonds.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the request - added it to my list!
@Kevin-qu6gb11 ай бұрын
Hi! I agree - what are the best truck campers - I’m most interested in the four season models. Thanks!
@christinehamilton918011 ай бұрын
After going through countless videos here on YT I am so happy I found you!!! This is exactly the type of honest expertise I am looking for. We are preparing to purchase within the next 3 months (after planning for 2+ years) and we have narrowed it down to Grand Design, KZ Durango Gold and possibly Riverstone by Forest River. Would love to hear what you have to say about those brands - and if they are not good - then what would you recommend? I applaud your work - you are providing such a valuable service - great job!!! Thank you. Also, I am curious - can we hire you to inspect a unit when we find one and if not how do I find someone I can trust?
@undercoverrvtech11 ай бұрын
I have a review video including Grand Design coming out tomorrow! As for inspections, unfortunately I'm not able to take any jobs now as I'm focusing just on KZbin and my course. Watch my video on why RV service is bad for my best reccomendations on finding a tech or inspector. Thanks for watching!
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
2003, after a half-century of make-do camping in lesser rigs, we built our ExpeditionVehicle on a 1996 Ford CF8000 commercial truck. Two decades full-time live-aboard. GVWR -- 29,000#. Weight across the scale -- 14,000#. Cargo capacity -- about seven ton. Ground clearance -- sixteen inches. . A factory RecreateVehicle?
@Metalrogue Жыл бұрын
Great info! I'm hoping to retire in a few years and if not full-time then at least "most time " I'm trying to learn as much as I can.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for watching!
@gailjohnson6670 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.
@undercoverrvtech11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@artlife621010 ай бұрын
a quality 23-27 foot Travel Trailer with a medium sized tow vehicle with a diesel engine. Good luck finding or even affording a quality rv of any kind these days though...unfortunately new trucks are so laden with failure prone electronics youll be ending up stuck in a town where the dealer is more than sooner than you expected.
@GaryinhouАй бұрын
Class A’s and Super C’s please
@kcgunesq2 ай бұрын
The concern I have about Class A units is that the boondocking I want to do involves some off-road or at least, unpaved roads as well as camping in winter. Are there ways to address those concerns? My thought has been a truck camper makes the most sense.
@1957ShutterBug3 ай бұрын
You ignored the diesel boiler rigs - Aqua Hot, Oasis, et. al. Not all rvs have propane. The greenies will call these units “all electric”.
@DanielRose202011 ай бұрын
Would love to see your review of a Brinkley.
@undercoverrvtech11 ай бұрын
Coming soon!
@mikemills514411 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info, just subbed. I am looking at the 1/2 tonne towable 5th wheel from Keystone, Cougar 29RLI I think it is. Thanks!
@undercoverrvtech11 ай бұрын
Added to my list, thanks for watching!
@valeriewickstrum8037 Жыл бұрын
Please review the best Super C for full time living! Thank you!
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Would you include F550 chassis or are you looking for more of a big rig chsssis?
@CharlesSollenberger-mb9cr4 ай бұрын
I just saw your videos on water leaks due to the flex tubing used with pex fittings. Can you tell me where the best place is to purchase all the flare-it fittings I will need, and flex hose insert with collar? I have a grand design and am experiencing the exact leaks in your video.
@bobwilbur427010 ай бұрын
very informative! how about reviewing airstream?
@eoneill3343 Жыл бұрын
I hope you review the Prime Time Crusader 382 MBH!
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Added it to my list! Thanks for the request
@amelbeecher6097 Жыл бұрын
Very informative, thankyou so much
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@rebeccaboyette8662 ай бұрын
So, we are going to be, possibly, Campworkers, would that fall into the migrant worker class?
@ZenHulk6 күн бұрын
I like your channel but don't know why, i had you job when i was in college working on 90s POS Light Orange (i guess) Bounders way too much. But you tubes algorithm thinks i need to watch you, since my wife and i are going back to full timing after a 15 yr home bound raising the last of the kids until they had kids.
@tiffmercer430610 ай бұрын
Can you review some of the DRV mobile suites? Specifically, I am interested in the Memphis 44.
@fredschwab239 ай бұрын
Excellent video and information. Does a gas absorption refrigerator work fine when plugged in and running off electric?
@austinjensen842311 ай бұрын
would love to know more about the rockwood lite and the flagsstaff micro lite campers. they seem to be well built but what are your thoughts. Can you do reviews for us midsized truck owners?
@undercoverrvtech11 ай бұрын
Added to my list, thanks for watching!
@waynecampbell7054 Жыл бұрын
Please consider reviewing Oliver Elite II RV's. Thanks.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the request, added it to my list :)
@Baldfacepaints3 ай бұрын
Well drat. I have been looking for an rv or big toy hauler to live in on relatives property under shelter. Now I’m totally discouraged and sad as every rv after 2020 definitely sounds like a pile of crap. Isn’t there anything you would recommend?
@Northernprepper111 ай бұрын
I've had nothing but problems with my new springdale ever freeze refrigerator. The dealer is basically useless and won't replace the refrigerator.
@undercoverrvtech11 ай бұрын
So you won't be surprised that I gave it a very low score in the review video I just posted....sorry to hear that you are dealing with that.
@Baldfacepaints3 ай бұрын
Is a PM rv self contained? Well no they aren’t so you can’t live in one unless you have sewer etc so it negates the idea of trying to live cheaper. So can you suggest the best toy hauler or?
@rvnut11335 ай бұрын
How about Truck Campers like Northern Lite, Bigfoot, Cirrus, etc. ?
@undercoverrvtech5 ай бұрын
Added them to my list, thanks for the suggestion!
@jeffosborn78214 ай бұрын
Just found your channel. Thank you for your info. Question, if we were below 25 degrees with a gas absorbtion fridge, could i just turn it off until it gets warmer? I run mine on electric all the time as i stay plugged in.
@tjshine74445 ай бұрын
Have you done any reviews for Voltage Triton 5WTH?
@CliftonHunter-mx6nm6 ай бұрын
I owner a GD 390RK, do U have access to SIB Infor. On the repair to the rear flooring- Thanks
@briangriffith57274 ай бұрын
I'm retiring soon and want to travel and live full time in a toy hauler. Any suggestions?
@craigmarshall404 ай бұрын
I am looking at the. I bex 19 ft trailer or a no boundaries trailer do you think these are fair quality trailer?
@kimberlykirk8515Ай бұрын
Your website is not coming up!?!? Is it no longer acitive??
@randysegler7577 Жыл бұрын
You mentioned not operating an absorption-style refrigerator below 25 degrees. Is it safe to do it on electric only?
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately no. Propane mode and electric mode are alternative heat sources to boil the ammonia in the cooling unit. Because the problem is with the ammonia in the cooling unit gelling, it does not matter what heat sources you use. Norcold makes a cold weather kit which is a heater that allows for operating down to 0deg Farenheit, and Dometic makes a replacement vent door with no vents for use under 45 deg Farenheit. It just blocks air flow and should make the fridge operable down to -22 deg Farenheit. That is what they advertise, I don't have enough data to say how well those systems work as I just get called to fix the ones where people did nothing 🤣
@23births6 ай бұрын
Can you review the Redwood 4120GK
@glyndaschulle63362 ай бұрын
Personally the residential refrigerators are not made for traveling and don’t hold up on the road. Roads being what they are will beat a refrigerator and the rv to death.
@celestepalm6949 Жыл бұрын
I agree with most of your assessments except for Boondocker category. Can't trust most Class C's or Class A's made after 2019 & Class B's - for me anyway- are too small & dealing with diesel/DEF finickyness is just too much of a hassle - plus B clearance isn't usually great. For long term boondocking (2 wks+) an older, heavier mid-size 5th wheel pulled by a 3/4 or 1 ton seems a more maneuverable & better built option.
@theodorehyatt1782 Жыл бұрын
That's why I only looked for 05-07 DP also has to do with weight limits newer than that cut cargo capacity
@celestepalm6949 Жыл бұрын
@@theodorehyatt1782 That's smart too! Figure if I have to tow anyway I only need 1 engine with the truck, as a well built 5th wheel has way less to break down than a more complex motorhome & a truck is easier to get serviced. Those older DPs sure are sweet though.
@theodorehyatt1782 Жыл бұрын
@@celestepalm6949 well built fifth wheels are hard to find and you're back to DEF with pick up which aren't going to cost any less at the shop they call Cummings the million mile motor
@celestepalm6949 Жыл бұрын
@@theodorehyatt1782 On that note, I haven't ruled out a gas dually.
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
@@theodorehyatt1782 2003, after converting a commercial truck to our ExpeditionVehicle -- GVWR 29,000# -- we fabricated our toy-hauler on a similar commercial chassis. Zero staples into particle board.
@hillcountrygarage Жыл бұрын
Always helpful advice!
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@frankderaffele18453 ай бұрын
I have a 35 foot motorhome. I have seen contradicting statements about running the fridge while driving. If it is an electric/gas fridge it must be off or it can ruin the fridge. Is that true? Is there a situation that you can run the fridge as you drive? Is it best to turn it off as you drive, maybe put some ice in it to keep things cool, and then turn it back on when you are settled? I appreciate any help you can give. Thanks. Frank
@undercoverrvtech3 ай бұрын
Driving is not a problem. If it stays out of level front to back more than 6 degrees when you are parked it can damage the cooling unit and even be a fire hazard. I full-timed for a year and a half on the road constantly with a gas fridge and never had issues. Thanks for watching!
@63GBPackerfan Жыл бұрын
What about running the residential refrigerator off of the Inverter plug?
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Residential and 12 volt refridgerators don't have the cold weather limitations like gas absorption. Running from an inverter is fine for travel, you just are limited in drive time by the amount of solar and battery capacity you have.
@63GBPackerfan Жыл бұрын
@@undercoverrvtech My Tiffin charges the house batteries while driving, so that eliminates that issue.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Word of caution....if you don't have a DC to DC charger between the house and chassis batteries, if the house batteries get low they will draw excessive current from the engine alternator and can damage the solinoid or the alternator. For example, I recently had to replace a blown 125amp fuse on a motorhome with a large lithium battery bank because they were running the AC off inverter power while traveling. When the battery bank got low it drew more than 125 amps from the alternator and blew the fuse. I've replaced many solinoids that were damaged by high current on motorhomes with standard batteries because the solinoid is usually only rated for 80 continuous duty. Because of the alternator limitations, you don't want to put a more heavy duty solinoid in. Easiest thing is to only discharge batteries 50%. If you want to cycle them deeper, or have lithium, I reccomend a DC to DC charger because it limits the charge output to an amperage level that is safe for all components. On your Tiffen, I don't know what you battery set up is, or your travel habits, so I don't know if you would run into problems. But I would encourage you to keep an eye on the charge level of the batteries while traveling and run the generator if needed to keep up the charge.
@63GBPackerfan Жыл бұрын
@@undercoverrvtech Thanks and will do.
@theodorehyatt1782 Жыл бұрын
I have three way refrigerator all seasons has heat wrap
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! Is it a Norcold?
@theodorehyatt1782 Жыл бұрын
@@undercoverrvtech yes it may not last as long but I won't get left out in time of need also added cu in
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
What is the coldest temperature you have operated it in?
@theodorehyatt1782 Жыл бұрын
@@undercoverrvtech 65* LOL it didn't cost me any more so in case I get caught in bad weather but that ain't going to happen
@leehappy325911 ай бұрын
Great video series, thank you. Question: we have a 21 GD 5th wheel with a ac/propane dometic fridge. We have found ourselves in sub 25 f conditions with no issues, but we only ran the fridge on electric. Does cold weather negatively effect this type of fridge when running on electric, or is just a problem when running propane?
@undercoverrvtech11 ай бұрын
It's a problem on both. Gas or electric can break the fridge if it's on in sub 25 F. The issue is the ammonia in the fridge that gels because of the cold
@Infernotaco154 ай бұрын
What about gas/electric combo refrigerator?
@undercoverrvtech4 ай бұрын
Gas/electric combo is a gas absorption refrigerator. It can just use electricity to boil the ammonia in the system rather than a propane flame. Same for a 3-way refrigerator, it just has both 12v dc and 120v ac heating elements in addition to gas flame.
@patticrompton4425 Жыл бұрын
On my 5th wheel they put fridge on the slide out ,so you have to lift it over the lip to get behind it to clean the dust bunnies, Why did they not put this on a separate little slide so you could simp push button to have the fridge slide out and in. Just a idea r.v manufacturers.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I can count on one finger the number of people I've heard with that complaint! Lol....good for you keeping things clean! The lip is to help stop the fridge from falling out during transit if the screws come loose.
@patticrompton4425 Жыл бұрын
Wish I could send a drawing of what I mean by a separate slide for the fridge , the lip would still be there so the fridge would be stable while traveling just that section of the slide would slide separately. Hard to explain, but it's in my head. 😆 😂
@toolmakerpjf1 Жыл бұрын
Would love to know your opinion of the alpha wolf by Forest River / Cherokee
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I'll add that to my list, thanks for watching!
@heberbelles9166 ай бұрын
Do they make 4 season Class A s ?
@user-xt7zr8lw3h Жыл бұрын
What about 12v refrigerator? Are they good for traveling on a regular basis? Also could you review the Rockwood 5th wheel? Thanks for all the info.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
They are great for travel if you have enough battery and solar to run for the amount of time you want to travel. You really have to start with the desired run time and size your battery bank and solar accordingly.
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
@use, Excellent q. In our ExpeditionVehicle, we use a dual-zone 61qt SnoMaster. It sips micro amps per decade. . On our ExpeditionVehicle, we have six 305-Watt photovoltaic, a total of 1,830-Watts. These top our ancient bank of eight 105ah Lifeline AGM. . Two decades full-time live-aboard, we boondock exclusively. . [edited to add] For a 12vdc fridge, look into any of the 'expedition' series. These are engineered for extended travel over rough terrain. They are designed with excess insulation and substantial innerds. One example is National Luna, built in South Afrika for the harshest conditions.
@ky9805 Жыл бұрын
What is your views on rv's manufactured during covid ,2020-23?
@largemarge1603 Жыл бұрын
Staples into particle board while wearing a mask aka 'face-mask'.
@nicolaassnoek9902 Жыл бұрын
We are looking at a 2024 B+ Gemini 23 TW, it’s about 24 feet long built by Thor. Have you had any experience working on these?
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I've not, but I've added to my list to review!
@banddirector24 Жыл бұрын
Why aren't you mentioning charging your batteries while traveling with an Anderson plug to your alternator. I get 60 amps doing this.
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Because that can damage the alternator voltage regulator if the battery is too low. I generally reccomend using a DC to DC charger if recharging from the alternator.
@banddirector24 Жыл бұрын
@@undercoverrvtech It’s built into my EcoFlow Power Kit.
@gypsycat619 Жыл бұрын
Where would Truck Campers fit in?
@btl4220 Жыл бұрын
Intech RVs any good ??
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I've not had the chance to see them, but have added to my list to review!
@kathysmith3996 Жыл бұрын
What about a 12V fridge for full ti,e RV in cold weather.
@pamkitchens624110 ай бұрын
I will be permanent . I need good heat And AC . ( my health condition cannot handle cold. I cannot afford a motorhome.
@markeyosef15796 ай бұрын
You said you going to recommend the of RV type of for the type of full-timer you are and then you go to refrigerators 😂. I disagree with you on a type of RV for stationary RVing.
@bradleyleppington8366 Жыл бұрын
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@Cacheola9 ай бұрын
Please stop referring to RVs in general as campers... you of all people should know better
@jasonjac1237 ай бұрын
Are you one of those annoying people that refer to your RV as a coach? I don’t see the problem calling all RVs a camper.
@coolwater553 ай бұрын
@@jasonjac123Camper, sits in a truck bed. That's the definition where I'm from. They are very distinct from travel trailers, 5th wheels and motorized RV classes.
@angie-xy5sf3 ай бұрын
it is a camper
@Cacheola3 ай бұрын
@@jasonjac123 are you one of those simpleminded millenials that wants to constantly change the english language. A camper sits in the back of a pickup, get it through your head
@JillLee-gu2rk3 ай бұрын
Really you must have a great life if him calling an rv a camper is your biggest problem