In Nov 2021, I purchased the Rize 18M from La Mesa RV in Sanford, FL. Apart from 5 to 10 minor issues, I really like my Rize. No buyer regrets from me.
@@jackdelia1014 The biggest issues were water leaks. All plumbing in the RV is plastic. Many of the plastic nuts on pipe fixtures were not tight - with one of them being cross-threaded. Easily fixed by tightening them properly and using Teflon tape on the threads. A handful of other issues were misalignment of screws and drawer track hardware.
Yesterday I took a look at a 2023 Winnebago Travato 59k....looked good at first but once I stepped inside you could see the shoddy workmanship. Poorly constructed and they were asking $123k for it. And then I drove it. Very uncomfortable drivers seat. And you could hardly recline it back because the stove top bangs against the drivers headrest. And the front passenger just barely reclines so you can't really lay back and relax during a long drive. Also, the Travato was a rattle box when we were traveling on the test drive. Can you recommend a RV builder that does quality work? Thanks, Jack
@@jackdelia1014 Just happened to catch your comment. Don't know how many RV's you've owned but they all rattle when riding on bumpy roads. Too many doors, hardware, loose parts. Class B's especially are so expensive because they cram so much equipment in a small space. You can never compare a class B to a nice quiet vehicle. I've removed the majority of the rattles in my Plesureway with drawer pads, double stick tape, rubber pads, etc. Yes during the pandemic as RV life was so popular they were making most RV's so quickly the quality probably went down. I saw the Travato 59K for $109K recently by the way. I predict prices may drop considerable later this year as a recession may force some major changes in the economy.
Nice overview of all the features. Thank you. This is a well thought out Class B RV with all of the basics that a person needs in a compact & easy to use platform. BTW, you have a great voice for narration, audiobooks or voice-overs.
@Girard sometimes words are the action. But when speaking about taking actions, I agree that words are worthless unless they are followed up with some kind of action. Is there an action of some kind you thought applied to this situation?
@Girard kind words usually take little effort. Same with a smile. Yet they can lift up someone’s mental attitude, emotional state, and add something nice to their day. Sometimes that’s all people are doing. Doesn’t need to be overanalyzed.
I bought one from La Mesa RV in Phoenix. Never again. La Mesa was rude and refused to even look at certain issues. I keep getting mice in it too. No fun. The door screen wasn't installed properly. The fridge runs erratically, and wouldn't even open at first, the charging system has issues, cabinet doors fell off. The in dash stereo screen is virtually impossible to see during the day, so forget about using it on the road. The bed had 4 rounded cushions that meet to create a large hole in the middle.....The list is extensive. It's a great unit in theory, but if a dealer isn't willing to fix issues, you are out of luck. Thor is currently working with me to help resolve some problems, but this is really way too many problems for a brand new vehicle in my opinion. This is the ninth RV I've had in my lifetime. This is the first time I've owned a brand new one and I've had more problems with this one than all the other ones combined. Quality control seems to be non existent. Mine is currently at a different dealer, so I will wait and see if they fix the problems.
Nice walk through and video but honestly the only negative about the coach that I do not like is the fact that it comes with a generator the woman didn't demonstrate how loud the generator was there's no way of telling unless you go see one and have it turned on with the availability of solar there's no reason to have a generator anymore you just have an under the hood alternator and you're able to recharge your system and also while you're driving and by solar panels A lithium upgrade package should be an option so you don't have to worry about a noisy generator
The vehicle looks like it would almost be perfect --- if it had a 3inch lift-kit on it. Also, Is the vehicle of four seasoned and well insulated for cold weather...
I know they aren’t for everyone. I liked my black tank too, until we were stuck with a full tank during boondocking with no way to dump for a couple of days. With a cassette toilet, we could have dumped in a portapotty. Makes it easier to use the RV as a guest room parked in the driveway at home with no hookups too.
Hmmm... I'm single and really like this one just for me. If I ever had a passenger however, the bed would not work. Only couples would want to sleep this close to each other.
190 watt solar panel, has a decent heater runs off propane. Fridge is 12 volt, 45 watt. For boondocking, it depends. Are you parked in full sun and how much power are you using for lights, etc
Do you know what the couch dimensions are if you just remove the back cushions and don't pull out the seat? Am wondering if it could be used as a twin bed without pulling it into the aisle.
When i recently went to del mar rv show my favorite was the rize and the pleasure way tofino which the tofino has a Queen and sits and to me is more space comfortable only down side is no bathroom. As far as beds the tofino has a queen and the rize has a full size. To each its own i want the tofino it doesnt have gas and it has a poptop the rize i would only buy because the bathroom oh yeah and the tofino doesnt have a microwave which i dont ever use. So i hope this helps
@@thequestlivetolearntolive.8555 I think combo microwave/convection makes sense, the rize fridge is a good size. The tofino is nice but the bathroom is a deal breaker for me.
@@smallnuts2 absolutely I’d be tempted to if they ever did to because those are sweet but the old Westy is paid for and I’m in my 60s and know it’s going to outlast me . This 100 to 200 grand on some of this new stuff is just crazy in my book . I paid 5 grand for my Westy years ago and thought I got skinned . Now it’s worth 8 times that .
@@Camp_Runamuck I'm thinking of going the Solis pocket 36a. 18ft long, no bathroom but a porty potty. Bed, dinette and the other stuff. Wouldnt have to worry about the plumbing. I'm 43. Single no kids so thinking about living in this lol.
How did you get the backup camera to work full time ? I have called Thor & they don’t even know, I have a 2023 Scope 18M, I couldn’t find anything on the front screen menu to change that setting !
Needs a few things. First improved bed. Smart move would be18-20 inch slide out with sofa bed. Include tv and entertainment system. A nice van but unfortunately prices have risen and quality control decreased on 2021 and 2022 models. For my needs this is near perfect. Smart moves are cassette toilet , superior for day trips and weekends, tankless hot water. Should include a cargo carrier that plugs into trailer hitch, also would like to see the table flip open to be used with full length of couch
Don't buy a Thor as the Indiana factory puts out crap. Don't buy from LaMesa as once they get their money, they don't care about you while things fall apart when your trying to camp. It's terrible.
