Class C vs Class A designation

[manderson2228]

I've been married long enough to know that whatever your wife thinks is right, regardless of the actual facts

[Woodchopper]

Originally Posted by jmcannonball

Perhaps I missed it, but I have never seen a Class A with sleepers over the driver. That arrangement typically describes a Class C.

jmcannonball
All "Class C coaches" have a portion of the coach interior over the cab, (which may or may not contain a bed).

Some "Class A coaches" have a drop-down bed above the driver and passenger seats...(that doesn't make them a Class C).

[Woodchopper]

Originally Posted by Sweetbriar

Class A - no body provided from chassis builder
Class B - complete body provided from chassis builder
Class C - Driver's section provided from chassis builder (cutaway van)

Sweetbriar
Both the "chassis" and the "body" of this "Class A motorhom" were built by the same company.... SMC, (Safari Motorcoach Corporation).

1996 SAFARI SAHARA 3530

[LETMGROW]

Originally Posted by MTK46

I call it WAY out of my price range.

Mine too! LOL
I have to admit I really like the look of this RV though. (see pic in Dan-Nickie's post)
A 14 wheeler. I wonder if any of the rear duals are articulated to aid in turning sharp corners?
If I hit the Mega-Millions lottery tonight I'll let you know more about this MH. LOL
Lynn

[KSagal]

Originally Posted by Mr_D

Since RVIA sets the designations for RV's in the US, here's a link to their website.
The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association: RV Types & Prices
And the correct designation since 2000 is "Type" not "Class"

I am curious. Under who's authority do they set the designations? I do not know if everyone or I accept the above statement that they set the designations.

My class A is a 1988 Fleetwood Southwind, with a chevy drive train. I call it a class A. I refuse to call it a type A. I have it registered and titled in Massachusetts. They call it an 'Autohome' and have their own designations.

As far as I am concerned, and I am surely guilty as the next, most people have a pretty short attention span. I think we may be in an entertaining but circular discussion, trying to determine the origins of these titles. But I remember a time when many people sought to determine what the definition of 'is' is.

[Scarab0088]

Originally Posted by KSagal

I am curious. Under who's authority do they set the designations? I do not know if everyone or I accept the above statement that they set the designations...

The authority is extended by the RV Manufacturers banding together in a trade organization for standards and certifications...RVIA means Recreational Vehicle Industry Association:
The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association: RVIA Main Site Home

The RVIA was created by the builders in the face of federal government threats to regulate the industry. I would venture a guess that the creation of the RVIA has been a better thing for all concerned, over the federal government directly regulating the industry.

Safe travels

[Woodchopper]

Originally Posted by KSagal

I am curious. Under who's authority do they set the designations? I do not know if everyone or I accept the above statement that they set the designations.
My class A is a 1988 Fleetwood Southwind, with a chevy drive train. I call it a class A. I refuse to call it a type A. I have it registered and titled in Massachusetts. They call it an 'Autohome' and have their own designations.

KSagal
Whether you like it or not... the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association, Inc. (RIVA), classifies motor homes as "Type A", "Type B" or "Type C".
The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association: RV Types & Prices

However I call my 20 year old, 150k mile, "Type A" Safari a "money pit", (and I have the receipts to prove it).....you can call your 1988 Fleetwood Southwind anything you wish.

[George Schweikle]

Maybe a good name...

Many years ago, I saw printed on the back of an elderly motorhome: "The Damn Thing"

Originally Posted by Woodchopper

...However I call my 20 year old, 150k mile, "Type A" Safari a "money pit", (and I have the receipts to prove it).....you can call your 1988 Fleetwood Southwind anything you wish.

[KSagal]

While it is very true that I questioned RIVA's authority to change the name of my motor home, after it was built, and while I own it, my questioning them has no bearing on if or if not anyone else should question it.

Furthermore, I am also quick to note that while I may or may not recognize RIVA's authority, I am even quicker to note that I have even less authority than they to name or rename or deny any name for any motor home. When it comes to reasonable authority, no one has less than me.

I do like the idea of just titling your motor home with whatever nom de plume you care for. I will have to think of an appropriate one for mine...