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jwill18 · 04-19-2019, 04:28 PM

Hello. My wife and I are really close to purchasing our first motorhome. We've been camping for years (travel trailer, 5th wheel and now toy hauler). We've found a 2017 Fleetwood Discovery 40G that we like and are close to potentially purchasing. Anything specific to a motorhome (and this brand/floorplan) that we should look at extra close before buying. We've only seen pictures at this point so clearly more inspection is needed before finalizing.

alank · 04-19-2019, 07:36 PM

Welcome to the forum.
Not exactly on point, but we had a 17 Discovery LXE 40D. Never went back to the dealer for any problems. Had 3 recalls, one on the awning, the way it was mounted, Girard. Brake caliper bolts, and a last one still outstanding, on the engine control module, both Freightliner items. Last time I checked, Freightliner hadn't developed the replacement module yet.
All the small items, like the transmission cooler leak that needed the hose clap repositioned, I take care of myself.
We just recently traded the 2017 for a 2019 Discovery LXE 40M floorplan that better suited our needs and totally expect to experience the same satisfaction. If the 40G model satisfies your needs, I think you'll be satisfied with your choice.

jwill18 · 04-19-2019, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by alank

Welcome to the forum.
Not exactly on point, but we had a 17 Discovery LXE 40D. Never went back to the dealer for any problems. Had 3 recalls, one on the awning, the way it was mounted, Girard. Brake caliper bolts, and a last one still outstanding, on the engine control module, both Freightliner items. Last time I checked, Freightliner hadn't developed the replacement module yet.
All the small items, like the transmission cooler leak that needed the hose clap repositioned, I take care of myself.
We just recently traded the 2017 for a 2019 Discovery LXE 40M floorplan that better suited our needs and totally expect to experience the same satisfaction. If the 40G model satisfies your needs, I think you'll be satisfied with your choice.

Thanks. I feel comfortable I can fix most small things that could be issues. The electronics and diesel engine are certainly beyond my level of expertise.

Hoffs · 04-19-2019, 09:54 PM

You will not look back! I was in same boat, had TT, 5th wheels then last 2 where toy haulers, Raptor then Fuzion. Kids stopped tagging along and a friend of ours had a motorhome so we decided to give it a try, sure glad we did and we love our floor plan. I also joined the Discovery Owners Association which has been great help and great people too. Hope purchase works out for you.

jwill18 · 04-20-2019, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Hoffs

You will not look back! I was in same boat, had TT, 5th wheels then last 2 where toy haulers, Raptor then Fuzion. Kids stopped tagging along and a friend of ours had a motorhome so we decided to give it a try, sure glad we did and we love our floor plan. I also joined the Discovery Owners Association which has been great help and great people too. Hope purchase works out for you.

Thanks. We're excited...