There's no flexing going on here. It's just an RV. I don't hold onto them that long. Yes they are too expensive.

They could use improvement in that area.

Yes that is very true, and many people are unaware.

Yeah the lack of quality is disappointing. You may want to reach out to Dynamax regional sales rep (info on their website) and voice your concerns. I know they are pretty reactive to customer concerns.

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So true lol.

This channel is not worth editing. You may want to find a better channel for that.

Not a bad idea. I have yet to do anything about it. Our family uses about 7 gallons of drinkable water on our usual weekend trips so that make is a pain to find a right container.

Ain't that the truth lol. I don't know of anything about the recall. Is it Dynamax specific? I hope they recall the POS controllers and switches.

Please let us know details on any SlimRack recall. I'd love the new 'dumb' control version on our '22 Isata 3 24FW.

@@rvlifediy I heard about it from a third part who was interested in purchasing one. I was told the dealer informed them of the recall.

That would be great if they do. I know the controllers would be over 1k just for the parts.

@fomocoshow yes. I've priced the liquid springs with the Buckstop kit. I change RVs to often so the cost may not be worth doing.

Depends on the compartment. If it is the main compartment in front of the back wheel, you also need to seal the light fixture. You have to remove the light, and seal the hole where the wire comes out. I sealed it with butyl tape, and then caulked the screw holes, and also caulked the back side that faces the tire. For the seals, it should leave a good pattern on the door and when you shut the door and lock it, the door should be tight against the seal (you can check by tugging on the locked handle and see if there is play). You would have to adjust the latch at that point. I had to do that to one of my doors on the other side. And lastly, I've seen several I5's with the entire door being crooked. If you look at the door when facing it with it closed, I've seen several with the left side of the door really low. This causes the seal to not contact the door properly, and can let water in also. You would have to adjust the entire door, which is a little more tasking and need 2 people to do it. Hope that helps.

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Awesome. First trips are always exciting. Have fun.

I've had 3 RVs through Wyoming and this is the best one. It handles pretty good in wind but 30-40 mph will have you turning your wheel into the wind. You will feel it for sure, but won't have those scary white knuckle maneuvers. I'd give it a solid B plus in the wind handling.

I wouldn't let my videos discourage you. Just do a thorough check and maybe get an RV inspector. I do agree the price is much higher than what you get in return. It has potential if they focus more on fit and finish, slideouts and electrical and plumbing.

Yes it's a tough decision for sure. I love the lifestyle, but also know the realities of the repairs needed. That turns off many people.

That makes sense.

@donmanzano5716 yes under the right conditions. 1. If an aggressive discount was given (this should be the case currently) 2. If the slide out controls are updated to the auto controls (I believe Dynamax stated they were in the process of updating) 3. If they quit using the flexible plumbing water hoses (or use the proper connectors with them). The rest would be up to you on doing an extensive walk through and make sure everything is fixed (realistically this is hard to do because most buyers are eager to get it home, and the dealers never fix them in a timely fashion). I would factor in making a repair list and going back home and returning to inspect the repairs, but be prepared that all problems aren't fixed and repeat the process of making them repair again. In my opinion Dynamax has too many repair items that the dealer has to do and better quality control should fix that. My 2 cents.

Sounds good to me lol

I wouldn't worry about it and just change the oil at the next convenient time. If I recall, 20 hours was the 1st break in oil change required.

Paper towel and compressed air.

Can't blame you. That one bothered me the most.

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@@jerryeaton3635 drove over blocks.

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The Amazon link is in the video description. It should list the size on Amazon. I believe it's currently unavailable on Amazon. Buy you could call the manufacturer directly. I belive it's Elk Mountian. So if you do a search for Elk Mountain sink cover or rv parts you may find it.

what floor plan do you have?

I think you will be happy with the results.

Yes the RV pricing is too much for what you get.

Yes the floorplan is not very user friendly with the slides in. I've looked at Renegade but they don't have any floorplans I like, and I do not want a longer RV at this time. Buying a new RV these days is hard to justify with all the problems out there. Maybe I need to look at an older one.

@rvlifediy The Renegade 30FW is smaller and the Floorplan is good

@@rvlifediy It's actually the Renegade Isata 5 30FW MODEL.

@@rvlifediy I can't keep all these models straight anymore. It's the veracruz 30 vrm

I did check it out. It was pretty much identical to the Winnebago I had previously with the murphy bed. Nothing wrong with the floorplan but it the same I had but overall length longer. Same issue with Murphy bed not usable with slide in. Quality looked better on the Renegade though.

I'd be happy to do a full factory detailed inspection of their completed RV before they go to the dealer for sale lol.

@@rvlifediy really appreciate the time and know how you invest into this issues, I do own the same unit as you do even though I do not encounter as many of those issues I know they are there and eventually(hopefully not)will show up, in the meantime time I hope that you are enjoying your unit as it was intended. I tell my wife that you are Dynamax worts nightmare! Best to you!

I doubt every owner is having the same problems. Likely problems in batches made in a particular time period. It seems common in the RV industry. Some brands better than others and maybe always a lemon in a batch no matter the manufacturer?

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Seems most people are happy with their RV until severe issues pop up. If yours has little to no problems, you are lucky and hope you continue to have a great ownership experience. I don't have an issue if something breaks, but I do get annoyed when the original installation was done incorrectly by the experts. Little problems can turn into huge problems later on when the warranty is up. Nothing worse than dealing with mold and rotten wood, and a ruined roof. I've seen too many owners of many different brands run into this issue. They were all happy with their RV until they weren't. I'm just lucky I found my leak before the damage was beyond a simple repair.

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Thank you

I like the sound of the $9000 the most lol. As much as I like a 2x4 with a locker (pretty much can handle anything in dirt), I have not had much luck with a 2x4 in deep snow even with a locker. I'd take a 4x4 with open diff in the deeper snow over just a rear locker. But back to that 9000 lol. I like that thinking much better.

@@rvlifediy we on our way back from traveling Philippines for 2 years I have a 1997 Chevy suburban 2500 4x4 I’m going to set it up we heading to Alaska tired of 24/7 heat lol

@MangoKashInThePhilippines I had a 99 tahoe. Was my favorite vehicle and regret getting rid of it. Do you follow suboverland? They have some great set up ideas for a suburban.

@@rvlifediy yes I do some of his builds are great I got a few ideas from him for mine I don’t use mine except when we traveling it’s set up to slee in overnight but it mostly is used for gear I pull a 22ft travel trailer I had it lifted set of tires and a few skid guards welded under it i set it up for strictly off grid I drag it through anythijg suburban has the 7.4 can pull down a house lol I have some repairs to do when I get back my son told me a large tree branch fell on the roof but not to much damage I’ve traveled Central America all through South America with just the suburban but I’ve dreamed of trip to Alaska funny thing is I’ve started to go 3 times made it to Washington once but had to head back home my son got sick that time I was looking at a few small class c’s in Los Angeles area our flight back they all stop in LA I’m still deciding if I want to just buy a older hood shape class c there and lift it out some tires on it and head to Alaska from there instead of flying home to Louisiana getting my suburban and trailer I can get a 5000$ throwaway class c’s do a little work to it and go from LA to Alaska

​@MangoKashInThePhilippines I've thought about the throw away class C because we change RVs often. It would be much cheaper for sure. Not worried about the house repairs, but the risk of major drive train repairs while on the trip.

@katkg7129 I sold the Rv last April but it held up fine. I've had it on a different RV for 5 years with no problems. And yes it should help with hail and protect the plastic from getting brittle from the sun.

@@rvlifediy thank you

Can't disagree.

Yeah exactly. They should focus on quality instead of rushing them out the door.

Once you work out all the bugs it's a good rig. They do need to improve their quality control and their slideouts though.

Not that I recall. It's a hub centered wheel so the hub itself does the alignment.

It should work if it's bigger

Yeah E450 definitely has more service locations. The challenge is if the facility has a lift big enough to fit an RV if lifting is required.

Next time.

Good tip on the socket. Seems this is a common ongoing problem for many years