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Rigor RV Repair

Rigor RV Repair

Күн бұрын

This video is my answers to the following questions:
- What brand of RV do YOU own?
- What are your thoughts on Lifetime roof?
- If I want to live full time at a park, what RV is well made?
- What do you like to use on wipe seals?
- Can you fix soft spots in flooring with epoxy?
- Is it better to buy a 2-year-old RV?
- What about roof coatings?
- Do you do solar installs?
- How many miles can you go before you should regrease?
- What should I look for in a toy hauler suspension?
- My new RV has cheap plumbing fittings, can they be replaced?
- Is this channel going to show work being done or just jawboning about it?
- Is it safer to buy an RV rental? Shouldn't it be well maintained?
- Our RV does not have wiring diagrams, are these available somewhere?
- Can you do a video on which manufacturers are quality?
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@hillcountrygarage
@hillcountrygarage Жыл бұрын
Keep up the "jawboning" and we'll stay out of the RV service bay!
@rachellec5703
@rachellec5703 11 ай бұрын
“Jawboning”??? Jeez, why do folks have to be rude?? Thanks for all the super informative content Jacob!!
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 11 ай бұрын
Very kind of you, thanks, and you are welcome!
@barbaradowney4207
@barbaradowney4207 Жыл бұрын
Love your jawboning Jacob. Thank you for such valuable accurate information. Just found your channel!
@jamesyates5191
@jamesyates5191 11 ай бұрын
Jacob I love your down to earth no hype jawboning. There are enough channels trying to ‘show’ us how to fix stuff.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 11 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@jacquesvilleneuve754
@jacquesvilleneuve754 Жыл бұрын
Great answers Jacob. Just keep us informed on the best practices to avoid the worst buying decisions and what to be on the lookout for prior to buying.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks! More info on that coming....
@boompa8267
@boompa8267 Жыл бұрын
Yes please make a video explaining rv weight limits and vin tags!
@richjones6469
@richjones6469 Жыл бұрын
I like the way you deliver knowledge on your channel, as if you and I are sitting together, for coffee and a chat. Except that I prefer tea😊. Keep up the good work. I hope that your audience continues to grow.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
What can I say, I like to drink coffee and jawbone about RV's. 😄
@nicola3060
@nicola3060 11 ай бұрын
Love this channel it’s easy to follow because of the set up.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 11 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@blj859
@blj859 Жыл бұрын
Excellent professional and well presented advice…we really appreciate you sharing your skills and knowledge…Thanks!
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@ohioclassCcamper
@ohioclassCcamper Жыл бұрын
We love the tips. Keep it up. Thanks
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@blainebarringer2356
@blainebarringer2356 Жыл бұрын
Like your low key style. Keep up the good work.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@Redfour5
@Redfour5 5 ай бұрын
Love your stuff. I'm presently running an Aspen Trail 2340BHSWE (west coast edition built in Oregon) I got at the very beginning of 2021 built in third quarter 2020. I KNEW exactly what I was getting into but got it BEFORE the RV market went berzerk later in 2021. So, I paid 23K with like a 3.2 interest rate (200 bucks a month) and made a thousand trade in on the 2018 17BH and a year later the same 2340 was going as high as low 40's in some places. But, I also knew that the quality wasn't going to be top notch, one because it was an Aspen Trail but two because the Covid quality issues were already showing up. So, got kind of lucky in that all the basics and appliances were and still are good in 2024. One of the first things I did after seeing your videos was go out and check the plumbing which fortunately had been done right. I did notice when buying that both the electrical and plumbing were "tidy" vs many other areas of build... But it was a general observation. Your expertise was very helpful. But it can be the luck of the draw on who installs your systems on a given day in some plants. It's interesting to see new 2340's going for not much more than I originally paid in early 2021 after almost doubling during Covid. I pity those Covid buyers...stuck so upside down they will never see the light of day... So, made it through the first summer then it spent the next winter on all the warranty work and in the end, all fixed except for the re-flooring needed as Dutchmen only would "fix" it. I settled as spring rushed closer... So now got a big V in it, well repaired but not new... So, I also put a road armor suspension on and Good year Endurance tires that I will say really do make a difference in a good way. So, now, after three years/summers of camping and 20K miles, I'm feeling good about what I'm pulling and content. Now starting a couple year process of finding the final retirement unit sticking with a TT, under thirty feet that checks her boxes. I think we are close. Much appreciate your stuff, subscribed...
@terranncegilmore
@terranncegilmore Жыл бұрын
Keep jawboning.
@brock8128
@brock8128 Жыл бұрын
Love this channel...keep up the great work and I will continue to recommend your channel to RV owners...I live a few miles from Elkhart, Indiana and the stuff they're putting out is pathetic at best. I believe I could build an RV with the items I see on the interstates around Elkhart from parts just falling off of these things...and the hotshotters are starting to dwindle because they can't even get these units on the road before something fails, unreal 🙄
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Lol, I would love to build an RV from fallen parts in the interstate! 🤣
@gordonglover8964
@gordonglover8964 6 ай бұрын
New to your channel, really like your content and think your doing an awesome job
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 6 ай бұрын
Thanks and welcome
@lickabledimples69
@lickabledimples69 8 ай бұрын
Very informative videos!!!!
@TynKel1997
@TynKel1997 Жыл бұрын
Yes on the weight capacity video. Loaded all my toys up and headed to the CAT scales for verification. Stickers are great and all but the certified scales sealed the deal and provided peace of mind.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear you are checking weight, most people just don't do that!
@Piratehawk7
@Piratehawk7 10 ай бұрын
What are your thoughts on slide out skis? Specifically, the plastic style that go on each edge of the slide out. My perception is that they are designed more to provide a better drip edge than to protect the bottom of the slide. Thanks for all of your great info!
@juliebaird4156
@juliebaird4156 Жыл бұрын
Personally, I like your jawboning. Thanks for the RV chats. I would like to hear your opinion about rigs/manufacturers and their consistent quality or lack there of.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Lots more coming on that topic.
@m.martin3922
@m.martin3922 7 ай бұрын
Just found your channel, AND I LOVE IT! I will be a new rv buyer in a cpl of years and really liked the Vanleigh Beacon. Unfortunately, they've gone out of business. Do you have any recommendations on similar 5th wheels with good quality? I would consider myself to fit in the "Boondocking/Snowflake" type of RVer. Thanks, going through more of your vids.
@gtibbot
@gtibbot Жыл бұрын
Hi Jacob. I subcribe to a few other RV Tech channels, AZ Expert is by far and away they best. But I like your delivery and content, keep it up.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Glad I made the subscription list! 😄
@stevebradshaw3997
@stevebradshaw3997 Жыл бұрын
appreciate your insight and time you spent providing this information. I would LUV you to rate Grand Design Imagine 2970RL (2019 if possible or different years of the same one)
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'll add that to my list!
@KeithR1250
@KeithR1250 6 ай бұрын
We do want to see a video about toy hauler loading. My wife is a travel nurse. We want live full time out of the RV. We also own a motorcycle and an ATV.
@theodorehyatt1782
@theodorehyatt1782 11 ай бұрын
I replaced my faucet old moen with new moen to make it work added push on pex shut off valves with 3/8 compression I figured this way I can shut off water if needed
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 11 ай бұрын
Yes, that is a good feature. Better plumbed rvs have shut off valves built in.
@ronda33
@ronda33 10 ай бұрын
Just came across your channel - great info! thanks! Wife and I are contemplating RV ownership and will be doing 90% boondocking. I've noticed some manufactures now offering "off grid" lithium - solar packages. Great idea I thought, however, very very pricey upgrade at this point. One manufacturer (Forest River) offers 400mah lithium batteries, 3000W Inverter/charger, 600W solar for 10k! Do you see this technology growing and becoming more economical? Can this be done as a DIY project? Thanks so much for all your insights!
@percivalknight2364
@percivalknight2364 3 ай бұрын
Just found your channel and find it very informative. My wife and I are in the market for our 2nd 5th wheel for our retirement road trips. We had a Heartland Big Country bunk house when our kids were young and loved it. I have been looking at Jayco Pinnacles, Keystone Montanas, and some other models but all of them seem to have issues and are all under the Thor Industries conglomerate. What are your thoughts on the Vanleigh Beacon (Tiffin) 5th wheel RV's - model 39GBB is the one we are interested in?
@showmedirt2374
@showmedirt2374 9 ай бұрын
I'm just getting caught up on your videos. Just sub'd. Do you, have or could give me the best information, either yours, or someone elses video on do yourself winterization. I'd prefer to do Air comp vs antifreeze. Love the undercover vids. Keep em comin.
@haroldb5569
@haroldb5569 Жыл бұрын
Love to hear your thoughts on Schwintek slides?
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Oh I probably have to make a whole video about that...lol. I don't mind working on them because they are easy to repair or replace, but there is an unacceptably high failure rate in my opinion. Sometimes I think this is due to installation and design problems, not Schwintek per say. Currently I would advise avoiding them, Slim rack is a better option. If you have one, are willing to shell iut a ton of cash, and are willing to drive to Tuscon you can have a Vroom slide system installed as a replacement that is much better engineered.
@haroldb5569
@haroldb5569 Жыл бұрын
@@undercoverrvtech Thanks btw really enjoying your vid’s
@user-ot6hm6xm6x
@user-ot6hm6xm6x 8 ай бұрын
I am curious on your thoughts on quality on the lighter classed 5th wheels such as the grand design 150 series. Is there any difference in the build other than lighter weight finishing products ?
@douglasbradley2463
@douglasbradley2463 6 ай бұрын
We have the cable system on our slide outs. After watching your video on the cable system.I went out and checked ours. We have the bubble s on top of the slide. How do I fix it?
@waynemcgarity5321
@waynemcgarity5321 2 ай бұрын
Did you do a video on coachman legacy 323 If not is it possible that you could we are looking at pictures of it online and like what we see just have not seen one up close
@tommccoy8017
@tommccoy8017 6 ай бұрын
I’m going to ask if shimming the heater blower fan on a new trailer so it doesn’t make noise a recommended repair?
@michaelcobb2044
@michaelcobb2044 Жыл бұрын
Love to see a video on Airstream and your opinion on their quality vs other brands. IMHO - I have owned 2 - positives, iconic shape and interiors do not look like something our grandmothers decorated - negatives, they are not independent thus cut corners on quality for profit , use the same components as a lessor expensive brands, are expensive and is their price point really worth it?
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I plan to review them and will add your vote to my list. Thanks for watching!
@rossmiller5557
@rossmiller5557 10 ай бұрын
@Jacob i got a tech question for you. I have a norcold N811. It quit cooling I did a rest (disconnect all wires n reconnect; the ground to pin 15) and no flashin light. How long should it take to cool back down?
@user-rw8dy9mi9y
@user-rw8dy9mi9y 7 ай бұрын
Would you recommend Rockwood Minilites. I have had two Rockwoods with very few problems, but wanted you thoughts
@kimegley6378
@kimegley6378 Жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. Not yet an owner but looking at the Flagstaff 28TSCSE. Thoughts on this pop up? Also we haven’t heard a lot of good things about the Lippert frame. Curious to know your thoughts on this too. Thank you.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 11 ай бұрын
Added that to my list! Thanks for watching!
@gregmiller674
@gregmiller674 Жыл бұрын
What do you think about destination RV’s? Are they worth it or should we buy a large 5th Wheel? Plan on staying semi permanent.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I have a couple of videos for full time rv living coming out soon, I think those will answer this question so stay tuned!
@chrisb6866
@chrisb6866 9 ай бұрын
I have (I believe) a simple question (may even be a dumb one). On a simple small travel trailer (the one in question is a 2016 Jayco single axle), does the 4 LED light battery level indicator have standard voltage levels associated for each light, and if so, what are they?? I mean, if there is only one light lit, does it mean there is only 25% left in the battery in total, or 25% left till you are at 50% discharged (since 50% is considered discharged with a lead acid battery) Thank you, Chris
@michaelfaunt6251
@michaelfaunt6251 8 ай бұрын
Iam going to buy a TT i know they all are bad per you but if you had to which couple travel trailer would you buy
@mikew2046
@mikew2046 Жыл бұрын
I have a blacktank question...will it be bad to dump portable washing machine wash water in with the black tank chemicals? i saw a review of a portable wash/dryer and one comment posted was a user did this and claimed it help break down waste...thanks for all your information and educating us about rv pros and cons of owning, repairing and avoiding
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I don't know about the claim, but I don't believe it will cause any problems with the black tank. I full-timed for 3.5 years and did not use any special products. The important thing is to not leave the valve open or solids will collect. I alway let the tank get mostly full before dumping and never had issues.
@Ceemysix
@Ceemysix Жыл бұрын
Advice about a “toy hauler”. 2017 Keystone Fuzion 414 with a “patio kit” installed by Keystone. Ear;y this year, the core of the door fell out of the frame while unloading a golf cart due to delaminating of the core from water intrusion from using the door as a “patio” in which Keystones words were, “the door isn’t designed to get wet on the inside. I cannot recommend a toy hauler to anyone. I now have a standard 5th.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Wow, not much of a patio...
@k9khodi363
@k9khodi363 8 ай бұрын
Where do I get the Fisher Price RV? Please include a link. I want one!
@EverydayMan
@EverydayMan Жыл бұрын
Nice content, Im gonna buy a Lance 1172 truck camper in the near future. Do you have any onion on the quality of newer Lance truck campers?
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I will add that to my list to review, thanks for watching!
@pamkitchens6241
@pamkitchens6241 8 ай бұрын
What is the best 4 season model for a permanent nomad
@voodoo2882
@voodoo2882 Жыл бұрын
your info does come in handy......think before doing
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@dougnewhouse6978
@dougnewhouse6978 3 ай бұрын
Me and my wife are going to be going full time rv living with 2 of our youngest daughter s. We are new to your channel thank you for doing this for the customers no one else will have our backs when it comes to buying an rv. We were looking at these 4 rvs could you please review them. They are not in any order. momentum 320 g. Dorango 348 bhf. Chaparral 367bh Ahara 378Bh-OK
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 3 ай бұрын
Some brand like Grand Design I can say for sure have bad plumbing. With the others it is hit or miss. The best I can advise is the get my RV Shopping course so you canbuse the RV grading app to check all of them. Here is the link to my website where you can see everything the course includes, undercoverrvshopper.com/ Thanks for watching!
@MrJgriffard
@MrJgriffard 10 ай бұрын
Are Redwood RVs good
@user-mp3bz7ww4g
@user-mp3bz7ww4g Жыл бұрын
I have a broken sprinter
@rickhayes4090
@rickhayes4090 11 ай бұрын
Ken 12 V automotive lights work in RV lights sockets
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 11 ай бұрын
You should remove a burned out bulb you want to replace and read the number on it. You should buy a replacement bulb that has that same number because bulbs that look similar might not actually fit the socket due to the locking pegs and electrical contacts being different. If you take the old bulb to an auto parts store they should be able to help you get the correct replacement.
@mikeglasgow9618
@mikeglasgow9618 8 ай бұрын
I've replaced all my 12V lights with 12 V. . L.E.D. Lights. Helps when Battery draw is a concern
@midnite22767
@midnite22767 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this channel. I'd love to hear your thoughts on class C rv's and which brands are best in terms of quality. Does what you spend typically correlate to quality of build? This might not be in your wheelhouse but I'd also like to hear your thoughts on aftermarket upfitting an RV suspension from stock to 4x4. I do wish to do some beach fishing and want to upgrade my future class C to help reduce my chances of getting stuck. Thank you!
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Videos to come about Class C rvs! As for 4x4 upgrade, I would actually recommend buying something already 4x4. I think Winnebago has introduced a new class C on a Ford transit 4x4 that you should check out. There are also lots of Super C rvs built on the F550 or F600 4x4 chassis, but they are pretty pricy.
@123JumpingJacks
@123JumpingJacks 9 ай бұрын
I can not find your comparison videos. Are they not posted. You mention them alot.
@mikeglasgow9618
@mikeglasgow9618 8 ай бұрын
I have a Northstar 8.5 Arrow truck camper. I've always used a single 12 V Interstate Deep Cycle RV Battery. Now ,,,, here's my question. In my Battery compartment i have 2 blacks and 2 whites. Black is Positive and white is Negative. All 4 wires came with eyelets for eady wingnut connections. Both blacks on Positive and both whites on Negative. Nobody,,, mean NOBODY,,, can tell me why i have a 4 wire connection for my battery. Do you have any idea ?? Thanks
@jshawley824
@jshawley824 Жыл бұрын
Are there any remedies for Dometic Thermostat. My Air conditioner fan comes on for 15 20 seconds and goes off will do this a few times before the compresser kicks on and stays on. If I bump the temperature down it will stop cycling
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Sounds like the thermostat or the control computer is faulty. Without putting my multimeter on it, I would not be able to tell you for sure where the problem is. Best bet (aside from hiring someone to diagnose the problem) is to start by replacing the wall thermostat and see if that solves it.
@lickabledimples69
@lickabledimples69 8 ай бұрын
Can you do a review on a Keystone Montana High Country 385 BR 2021?
@saeedriddick3325
@saeedriddick3325 10 ай бұрын
How do you feel about 2024 wildwood Heritage glen?
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 10 ай бұрын
Not inspected one yet but I've added it to my list to review :)
@user-ez4qr5tf5u
@user-ez4qr5tf5u Жыл бұрын
Hello Jacob, I’m a first time RV owner. I bought a 1996 Georgie Boy Cruise Master, Ford Chassis Ford 460Gas, my question is where is the Fuel Pump located?
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately this is a question for Google or a mechanic as I don't do mechanic type work on RV's....usually. 😆
@RobGeho
@RobGeho 2 ай бұрын
I have a 2019 DRV Mobile Suite. I haven't seen anything from your reviews concerning them. We like it, but it appears they have used some of the same Dometic junk as everyone else. We've only owned it since November and since we travel for work (full time), our fireplace is already broken. Thoughts?
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 2 ай бұрын
Check all the plumbing connections. Fireplaces are plugged into an outlet behind in the cabinet and often come unplugged. Thanks for watching!
@eliacastilleja301
@eliacastilleja301 9 ай бұрын
Ok actually supposed to pick up a preowned grand design on wed. Well after watching your comparison with the grand design now dont know? Which tt do you recommend that dont use the flex tubing on their plumbing. We dont want to make a big investment so going used...plz help! Brought this situation up to dealer and they said is its bcuz ppl not using a water regulator. I dont want to make a big mistake on our 1st rv purchase.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 9 ай бұрын
I would like to believe the water regulator story, but have heard of people only running on the water pump having leaks, andleaks while using a regulator. I think a regulator should help reduce leaks but I don't believe that is always a fix.
@eliacastilleja301
@eliacastilleja301 9 ай бұрын
@@undercoverrvtech so which manufacturers don't use those for their plumbing?
@MikeShuster5376
@MikeShuster5376 Жыл бұрын
So i Seen in another video u r from Nebraska?? I am near you. Do u work on camper at ur shop in Nebraska or only mobile shop??
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
I have been an independent technician doing mobile service, but am currently not taking jobs so I can focus on KZfaq.
@jlebron6997
@jlebron6997 11 ай бұрын
I'm new to RV world, in doing some research, I came across a video stating not to run your refrigerator while traveling, this makes no sense to me since it's a travel trailer.
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech 11 ай бұрын
I don't believe that video is accurate. 120 volt electric refrigerators usually have an inverter just for keeping it running while traveling. 12 volt refrigerators actually have the same components as 120v refrigerators, they just have a built in inverter board. Gas absorption refrigerators only run in to problems from being out of level if you are not driving, the motion of travel keeps the ammonia from pooling in the coils of the cooling unit which can cause problems. If you stop while traveling for more than an hour I would reccomend turning off a gas fridge if it is more than 6 degrees out of level front to back. If it is relatively level or you are driving it is safe to have on.
@jlebron6997
@jlebron6997 11 ай бұрын
@@undercoverrvtechAwesome that’s great news. Thank you for such a quick response. Really enjoying your videos. Keep up the great work.
@KevinCoop1
@KevinCoop1 Жыл бұрын
I guess asking an RV repair tech what is a quality RV is kind of backward. If an RV is high quality, the tech will not be repairing anything in that unit, right? So, just because you haven’t worked on could mean high quality, or the tech just has not been asked to work on a certain kind yet. One would never know, would they?
@undercoverrvtech
@undercoverrvtech Жыл бұрын
Oh there is definitely some irony there😆 An I get a little excited when I learn about brands I've never heard of because that is a good sign. That said, you may be surprised at what "quality " brands I've had to work on. I am going to be doing reviews on RVs that people request, so keep an eye out for those videos. Thanks for watching!
@rogergraves242
@rogergraves242 2 ай бұрын
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