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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-04-2023, 03:38 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 12,829
Posted By drewtk
I can’t stand driving a gas Class A. Noisy and...

I can’t stand driving a gas Class A. Noisy and wander easily. The OP’s experience lines up exactly with mine. Honestly, skip the gasser and get a diesel that’s in your price range.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 01-06-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 959
Posted By drewtk
NIRVC is the only dealer where I consistently see...

NIRVC is the only dealer where I consistently see good experiences, at all the locations. I just wish one was closer to where I live for any future RV I buy or need to maintain.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-24-2022, 05:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,941
Posted By drewtk
Gotcha. Sometimes folks are scared of the length...

Gotcha. Sometimes folks are scared of the length from a drivability standpoint, and 38’ isn’t much different than 34’. Check out the Renegade Veracruz if you haven’t already.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-21-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,941
Posted By drewtk
Any particular reason why you want to stay under...

Any particular reason why you want to stay under 34 feet? Just trying to understand your situation to provide advice.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 07-14-2022, 01:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 947
Posted By drewtk
I have a 2021 Valencia. It sounds like your...

I have a 2021 Valencia. It sounds like your valve needs to be adjusted, although I'm not sure how to do that. In meantime, a few alternative suggestions:


After closing the valves via the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2022, 02:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 569
Posted By drewtk
Another thing you could try is a portable...

Another thing you could try is a portable dehumidifier. An electric one, not Damprid or a granular type that really doesn’t do much. Pulling water out of the air helps your AC work less and allows...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 07-01-2022, 10:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,177
Posted By drewtk
+1 to check your state’s laws. Typically, there...

+1 to check your state’s laws. Typically, there are actually two questions: (1) Do you need a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)? Very unlikely. (2) Do you need an upgraded license due to the gross...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 07-01-2022, 10:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 522
Posted By drewtk
I have a 2021 Valencia and mine does the same...

I have a 2021 Valencia and mine does the same thing. I think it’s normal and nothing to worry about.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 06-21-2022, 08:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 654
Posted By drewtk
Contact Renegade’s warranty department and ask...

Contact Renegade’s warranty department and ask them. Don’t call - email is by far the best way to get a response, and attach pictures (not huge ones) and provide details. I usually get a response...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 06-18-2022, 01:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 714
Posted By drewtk
I have the exact same year and model. In ours, I...

I have the exact same year and model. In ours, I believe it’s on the floor underneath the bedroom dresser, middle bottom drawer.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 06-10-2022, 11:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,133
Posted By drewtk
Larry - Glad to hear the shims are helping. ...

Larry - Glad to hear the shims are helping. We're on a trip right now and I'm hearing a few new squeaks over bumpy roads. Not frequent and nothing like before I shimmed the areas I mentioned above....
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 06-01-2022, 09:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,133
Posted By drewtk
Been there, solved that! I have a Valencia also...

Been there, solved that! I have a Valencia also and found that the squeaks came from thin sheet metal rubbing together above the cab area.

Here’s the fix, which came from someone on the Renegade...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 05-31-2022, 08:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 586
Posted By drewtk
Nope, no regulator on the hose. You may be...

Nope, no regulator on the hose. You may be seeing a pressure drop due to the water filter. You could try removing it and see how that is. Just unscrew the filter housing and remove the filter...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 05-28-2022, 04:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 647
Posted By drewtk
Until recently, Valencias came with extensions on...

Until recently, Valencias came with extensions on the rear inner tires. There’s a recall to remove them because they can leak. I’ve read that it may be caused by the gaskets in the extensions...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-27-2022, 07:38 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,328
Posted By drewtk
Exactly. This is toilet paper shortage, round 2.

Exactly. This is toilet paper shortage, round 2.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-06-2022, 04:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,943
Posted By drewtk
I agree with the above: you need to drive it...

I agree with the above: you need to drive it without the Jeep to see if that’s causing the issue. Then go from there.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-06-2022, 07:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,392
Posted By drewtk
I’ll add my experiences in case it helps you. One...

I’ll add my experiences in case it helps you. One thing I haven’t seen mentioned above is drivability. I recommend test driving a Class A and Class C. I think you’ll find the Class C much easier to...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 04-28-2022, 09:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,770
Posted By drewtk
Definitely get a Verona over a Valencia in your...

Definitely get a Verona over a Valencia in your situation. While I have a Valencia and am happy with it, I wouldn't get it for towing 10K+ pounds.


And unless you've actually taken your trailer...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 04-18-2022, 07:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,016
Posted By drewtk
I don’t have help for your specific issue, but I...

I don’t have help for your specific issue, but I have a few recommendations. If you aren’t already on it, join the Renegade Owners Facebook page. It’s much more active than this forum and has very...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-16-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,666
Posted By drewtk
Sorry to hear about this. My parents just had...

Sorry to hear about this. My parents just had theirs stolen from their Class A gasser while in storage, which is the same facility we use. Oddly enough, the thieves only stole the converters from...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 04-15-2022, 06:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,011
Posted By drewtk
The issue isn’t fixed. I haven’t lost a rear...

The issue isn’t fixed. I haven’t lost a rear snap pad on my Valencia, but they’re often slightly hanging off the metal pad. If I had to do it over again, I would only buy pads for the front.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2022, 06:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,101
Posted By drewtk
I’ve had to make 2 claims with Progressive, both...

I’ve had to make 2 claims with Progressive, both of which were handled promptly, professionally, and without penny pinching. My parents unfortunately just had their catalytic converter stolen from...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2022, 06:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 725
Posted By drewtk
The gas Class A will be worse on pretty much...

The gas Class A will be worse on pretty much every ride aspect, in my experience. The gas “A” will be louder due to the gas engine revving higher and wind noise due to the boxy shape. The gas A will...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-31-2021, 12:25 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,069
Posted By drewtk
We have a Super C and store 2 road bikes inside...

We have a Super C and store 2 road bikes inside in the bunk space above the driving area. They're high dollar bikes so we don't want to leave them outside, even when driving.



Here's what we...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 12-18-2021, 11:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,535
Posted By drewtk
The Garmin is terrible at handling cameras, so I...

The Garmin is terrible at handling cameras, so I completely disabled them and installed a dedicated monitor for the rear view camera. I don’t care about the side view cameras.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 12-18-2021, 11:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 823
Posted By drewtk
I removed the sofa from our Valencia. It has to...

I removed the sofa from our Valencia. It has to come out in pieces but will fit through the pedestrian door. Join the Renegade owners Facebook page and you will see a post by me detailing the...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-25-2021, 01:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,473
Posted By drewtk
I have a Valencia and pull a 4 door Jeep (JLU). ...

I have a Valencia and pull a 4 door Jeep (JLU). I get around 7-8 mpg depending on speed, highway, hills, etc.



As for pulling up big passes, it's slow compared to my diesel F250 with 34'...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-25-2021, 01:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,156
Posted By drewtk
I have a 2021 Valencia 38RB that I purchased this...

I have a 2021 Valencia 38RB that I purchased this past April. Like the OP, I didn't want an all electric coach. Propane works well for a furnace and water heater, and I hear about so many problems...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-25-2021, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,590
Posted By drewtk
I have a 2021 Valencia 38RB, which is a little...

I have a 2021 Valencia 38RB, which is a little longer and presumably heavier than the '34' models you are considering. My CCC is around 7K pounds, which is a lot. Most motorhomes have maybe a few...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-04-2021, 04:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,851
Posted By drewtk
Be careful about your rear wheels being off the...

Be careful about your rear wheels being off the ground, or at least use wheels chocks. At least on my RV, the parking brake works ONLY on the rear wheels. If I lift the rear wheels off the ground,...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 09-03-2021, 04:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,311
Posted By drewtk
To confirm what others have said, it should be a...

To confirm what others have said, it should be a residential fridge that runs off 110 volt. It'll be powered by your inverter when driving, unless the generator is running.
Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum 08-18-2021, 08:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,006
Posted By drewtk
Get it inspected by a professional RV inspector. ...

Get it inspected by a professional RV inspector. These are expensive rigs and you don’t want to buy someone else’s problems.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 08-17-2021, 02:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,145
Posted By drewtk
2021 Valencia 38RB owner here. Ouch -...

2021 Valencia 38RB owner here.


Ouch - sorry to hear about your Thor experience. Unfortunately, it's very common. Check out the Super C, Dynamax, and Renegade Facebook groups and you'll see...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 08-17-2021, 06:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,068
Posted By drewtk
We use clear plastic bins with rubber feet, and...

We use clear plastic bins with rubber feet, and put items in bins according to type of food. While items within a bin can move around a bit, it keeps everything largely in place.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-16-2021, 04:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,098
Posted By drewtk
1 year old VALENCIA for $139K? That’s well below...

1 year old VALENCIA for $139K? That’s well below the prices I’ve seen by tens of thousands. I would jump on that deal if you can. New ones are going for MSRP or slightly below that.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-16-2021, 01:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By drewtk
I have seen motorhomes where the connection just...

I have seen motorhomes where the connection just above the grey tank is designed to have a gap around it. Picture a smaller diameter pipe that feeds into a larger diameter pipe, with no physical...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-16-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,832
Posted By drewtk
Have you considered a diesel C / smaller “Super...

Have you considered a diesel C / smaller “Super C”? Just as an example, check out the Renegade Veracruz, which is built on a Ford Super Duty truck chassis, has a 12,000 lb towing capacity and GVWR...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-15-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,500
Posted By drewtk
I’ve towed with gas F-150s and a diesel F-250,...

I’ve towed with gas F-150s and a diesel F-250, driven gas Class As and currently have a Renegade Super C. Once you’ve had diesel, it’s hard to go back to gas, but ultimately I would choose the RV...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 07-27-2021, 07:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,146
Posted By drewtk
I have a Valencia as well. I store my 2 sewer...

I have a Valencia as well. I store my 2 sewer hoses in the same bays where the grey and black water tanks are located. Plenty of room and keeps them separated from the main water control bays.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-22-2021, 10:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,102
Posted By drewtk
For the 1 bath models on your list, do those have...

For the 1 bath models on your list, do those have a regular RV toilet (where it’s directly above the black tank) or a macerating toilet? The reason I ask is that a macerating toilet is electric,...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-21-2017, 02:50 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,662
Posted By drewtk
I have yet to tow mine, and it's only a month...

I have yet to tow mine, and it's only a month old. I just finished setting it up though (Readybrute Elite), so I'm going to test it pretty soon. I plan on leaving the ignition off, taking the key...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-21-2017, 06:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,662
Posted By drewtk
WEIRD. I have a 2017 Wrangler also and my manual...

WEIRD. I have a 2017 Wrangler also and my manual does NOT have the line about ignition in ACC mode on that exact same page.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-09-2016, 10:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,645
Posted By drewtk
Your specs show 1 gray tank, so that's all you...

Your specs show 1 gray tank, so that's all you have. As posted above, the RV manufacturers use a standard sensor pad, so they all show 2 gray tanks even if you only have 1.

I suggest buying a few...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-25-2016, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,778
Posted By drewtk
This is one of the rare "can I tow it?" threads...

This is one of the rare "can I tow it?" threads where I can respond "yes," I think you'll be fine. As trucks keep getting bigger and stronger, to me the Colorado is like a 1/2 ton pickup from not...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-21-2016, 09:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,336
Posted By drewtk
Unless your shocks are blown, which they...

Unless your shocks are blown, which they shouldn't be on a new truck, I don't think replacing them will help at all. Sometimes a crappy road is just a crappy road, and trucks are simply not going to...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-21-2016, 09:20 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,509
Posted By drewtk
Your truck simply can't comfortably handle the...

Your truck simply can't comfortably handle the trailer the way it's currently set up. And while I do think you need more truck, there are a few bandaids you can try:

LT tires for the truck, which...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-21-2016, 09:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,456
Posted By drewtk
Download the manual for your hitch and follow the...

Download the manual for your hitch and follow the steps for adjusting. They typically have instructions to measure the heights of your front and rear wheel wells unloaded and loaded, and how to...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-19-2016, 04:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,343
Posted By drewtk
Same here. My nylon caps started to leak after...

Same here. My nylon caps started to leak after the first time I took them off to winterize. And as shown in the pictures, use PEX fittings to clamp the ball valves. Hose clamps will likely leak.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-21-2016, 04:01 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,772
Posted By drewtk
First - kudos to you for asking questions before...

First - kudos to you for asking questions before buying.

Second - as you've realized, your SUV won't tow as much as advertised, which is surprising to most folks. There's a reason why trucks are...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-01-2016, 09:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,853
Posted By drewtk
Anything over 20 MPG's in a truck like that is...

Anything over 20 MPG's in a truck like that is pretty awesome in my book. I do recommend hand calculating next time to verify the accuracy your on board computer. They aren't called lie-o-meters...
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