One year review of our RV. 2021 Fleetwood Bounder 35K likes and dislikes
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- In this video we give you a one year review of our RV which is a 2021 Fleetwood Bounder 35K. We've travelled over 11000 miles and learned all about RV life in our Bounder. If you are thinking about purchasing a Fleetwood Bounder then watch this video!
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Was it hard to learn how to use the convection microwave? Are you happy with it's multiple uses?
It was really easy! So far I've only baked cookies, and cupcakes. Plan to try some more things this season.
@@AmpedtoGlamp The cookies and cupcakes all i really care about lol. I didn't want to seem greedy by asking specifics.
Thank you☺️
I always enjoy your videos, and have learned so much in our RV experience. Semper Fi!
Thank you so much! 😎😊👍. Helping others is why we started the channel. Semper Fi!
Great review, was jealous on the amount of storage that you have in the Boundoure. Like the big windows and living spaces. Seems like you picked out a winner. Thanks for sharing.
Hey Guys 👋! Yes, the amount of storage on our Bounder is incredible. But, we have to be very careful not to go over the cargo carrying capacity. It's really easy to do when you have that much space. So glad you dropped by to watch our video! 😊😎. Safe and happy travels to you both!
Great vid,nice people and I enjoyed watching !!
Thanks so much! 😊. Glad you enjoyed it!
Just found your channel. Love your smiles and young at heart attitudes! Nice pros and cons analysis.
Welcome aboard! So glad you found us! 😊 And thank you for the kind feedback.
Thank you! You guys are great
Thanks for stopping by and checking out the video! 😊 Are you thinking about buying a Bounder?
Thanks y’all a really interesting video!
Our pleasure!
Love watching your video's and the adventures.
Awesome, thank you! 😊❤️😎 There is much more to come! And, we love your comments!
Love this video! Keep up the good work!!!!!
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it! 😊😊😊
Thank you for a great video. We are looking at getting a used bounder so this is important.
Glad it was helpful! I hear the best ones are 2019 and earlier,
Sorry you had so much trouble with your Bounder. I kinda watched the videos backwards. I have already seen where you got a new coach. Hopefully, your new coach won't be riddled with problems. You all are passed your year mark by about 6 months. Your videos are amazing. Keep them coming!
Thanks Ray! Appreciate you joining the community! And, thanks for the words of encouragement! 😊
What a wonderful video. You guys are definitely in love, cheers.
Thanks so much!
Awesome rig 👍👍 Glad you’re back ! You need to get busy on more cool videos. I enjoy them too much 😎
Thanks George. 😊. We really missed making videos. And responding to comments from our viewers! More to come!
Beautiful rig you have 😁 You kept me smiling so I would like to follow your travels 😊 Safe Travels guy's ❤
Awesome! Thank you! Appreciate you following us! 😊❤️😎 Safe and happy travels to you!
Great video. Thanks for sharing👍👍
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊❤️
That steering height is a shame! I love you guys! Thanks for showing us your rig and Keep on RVing!
Our pleasure and thanks for the love! So glad you enjoyed the vid! Safe travels!
I wondered about the gas cap location when I first saw a video review of it. Glad you pointed that out.
Sure thing! The placement can be a bit tricky. Thanks for watching!
Subbed, thank you for sharing your experience. We are starting to look at RV's to travel North America.
Welcome aboard! Thank you! 😊❤️
Good honest review. Thank you for sharing.
Hey Guys! Appreciate you stopping by! We always try to keep it honest and real. Safe and happy travels!
Love watching you guys. My wife and I just bought a 2022 Bounder 35K… it’s been wonderful to watch your videos and see how you operate and manage the interior and exterior functions. I don’t know yet if there are any dislikes… just lots of LIKES.. I do wish Fleetwood would create tutorial videos.. but your videos have helped a lot, and I learned I can call Fleetwood Customer Support to get questions answered… like how to pair my smart phone to the Precision Multiplex. Thanks again
So happy you are enjoying our videos. And even happier they've been able to help you out! What's your favorite campground you've visited in your Bounder?
Good video guys, I totally agree with the stove and even the sink covers. We store ours under the sink against the left-hand side of the cabinet. It would be nice to have a holder for them. Safe Travels.
Thank you, John! Yes, that's a good spot! We keep our sink covers in there. Thanks so much for watching. Safe and happy travels! 😊
Our stove cover folds up and remains attached to the counter behind the stove. Like it’s own splash guard. 2022 Newmar Kountry Star. The sink covers have to be stored but they’re small enough to fit easily under the sink.
Great job guys! Also in our first year with our class A Georgetown Forest River but a used vey well, kept 2004, new bees. Did not want to buy an expensive model before we learn the pros and cons. But we will upgrade in 2024 as we are watching so many videos like your to be smart about the next purchase. Right now we door like the floorplan for the Fleetwood Bounder 35k from 2017 and newer.
Hey Michael 👋. Sounds like. you are very wise! There is so much to learn in the first year. With the current market you may be able to get great deals in 2024. Can't wait to hear what you buy! 😊
You two are great. I realy appreciate your videos. We are about six weeks into full-time RVing in our 2021 Winnebago Adventurer 29B. So far so good but also so much to learn as you well know. Keep it up.... thanks.
Our pleasure! Best of luck. Keep us posted on your adventures!
Great Video! I hope this year has less repairs in the Future! April 28th will be my 1 year anniversary! I am still loving it. Be Safe!!
Congratulations Brad! 🎉🎊. Happy RV anniversary!!! 😊😊😊.
I used to work at the factory and I believe I remember when you came through for your tour! Glad you're enjoying your RV!
Hi Shelby 👋. We had a great time touring the factory. So glad you dropped by to watch our video. 😊👍😎
Shelby, I just bought a 2004 Bounder 35E with only 13,900 miles on it, from original owners, haven't used it yet but seems to be a good one,made in Riverside, California, it's the gas engine one, I never had a RV before and the wallpaper is just about the only cheap thing I can find,do you have anything I need to be aware about? And the three piece glass shower door is stuck all together and I can't lift it or slide it out.
I don't think they have enjoyed it as much as you imply since the QC seemed to be left out of their build, o wait, did I imply there is such a QC process, stupid me!!!
I bought a 2013 35k about a year and a half ago. I’ve had to fix a few things as well, but also found some nice upgrades for it. Replaced all of the (hot and power-hungry) halogen puck lights with LED replacements that use 1/10th the power. Pulled out the back bedroom mattress and replaced it with a sleep number. Rewired the entertainment setup so that you can watch any TV from the satellite dish, broadcast antenna or DVD player. But the best upgrades (I think) for this RV are the replacement front sway bar and auxiliary rear sway bar from Roadmaster. RV was so top-heavy before that, it was kind of stressful to drive. Well worth the funds. I put the front one in myself and had the back one installed. About $1600 altogether. Well worth it.
Now that we are keeping the Bounder we are planning to do some upgrades. May have to copy some of the ones you listed. Thank you! 😊❤️
It’s a year already?! Love your videos. Informative and entertaining 😂
I know...hard to believe!!! 😊. So glad you are enjoying our videos! 👍❤️
Super cool video as usual! Y’all are hilarious 😂 🥰
Thank you so much 😊😁 😎. Now if I can just figure out how to get John to go bungee jumping! 🤣
Great another awesome video, the DW and I just pick up a 2022 Jayco Precept 36C and we just love it we haven't had it long enough to know too much about it but so far coming home one of our shade came off.
Congratulations 🎉🎊😊! So very exciting! Hope you make many great memories with your new rig. Luckily the shade is an easy fix. Fingers crossed nothing else comes off. Safe travels!!!!
@@AmpedtoGlamp Yes, thank you.
Great editing. Very cute video!!!
Thanks so much Sav! 😊😊😊 Glad you enjoyed it!
We love our 2022 35k! We met you in Tampa, and thanks again for the hat. We have similar likes and dislikes about the coach. We are camping next to a couple who have the 2021. I told them to look at your videos. They have had numerous issues with their coach like we both have! Safe travels.
Hey Carol 👋! We remember you 😊! It's too bad the Bounders have so many issues. The floorpans are fantastic. Fleetwood needs to work on getting the quality to match! There would be no stopping them with good quality control! Tell your neighbor to hang in there. We are down to 2 outstanding issues. Safe and happy travels to you. Let us know if you ever roll through Maryland!
Great video thanks you guys..
Our pleasure! Thank you for watching! 😊
"What mistakes?" haha.. Great video, thank you. I wondered if those headlights would be bright enough also.
I like this video set up !!! Y’all make a great team
So glad you enjoyed it! Hope it was helpful! 😊
I’m new to your channel and just subscribed great job on the tour video I like your style and by the way I love your motorhome 👍👍
Welcome aboard! 😎👍😊 Thanks so much for joining the community! Glad you liked the video and our RV 😄
New subscribers here, we found you from other channels we both have in common. Great to meet you virtually! Nice review after a year of traveling in your rig! Oh my gosh, you can't drive it with all of that experience. I hate to hear that! Love your dinette!! You two are funny, look forward to seeing more videos from you - Michelle & Brian
Hi Michelle and Brian. Welcome to the channel! We've been following your Camino training, Never heard of it before watching your channel. 😊👍😎. Glad you enjoyed the review. And, we are always happy to make new friends!
Good job guys.
Thank you! Safe travels! 😊❤️
We kind of think an RV is like a house. No matter how much you look at or how picky you are there's always something you want to change. Lol we have the same issues. Great video guys! Lynn and Danny
So true!!!!!!! Always something to upgrade or repair. Thanks for stopping by. 😊
Yes i so agree with the driver seat and steering wheel
It's a challenge for under 5'5".
Loved the 1 yr. review.
Awesome! Thank you! 😊😎
I store my stove top pieces in that small thin (dvd starage) behind the TV and absolutely fits perfect
Had not thought about that. Good tip! Thank you! 😊😎👍
You are are hilarious!! Loved the review! Enjoying all of your videos 😀
~ 4Ever Trippin
Thanks so much!! Glad you are enjoying the vids! 😊👍😎
Loved your video! Stumbled upon this video and enjoyed it! We have the 2021 Fleetwood Fortis 34mb and while it’s had its issues, we are enjoying it and hope to be on the road again soon. Our oldest son is a Marine and he and his wife are venturing into the rv world. While we anticipated traveling a lot more, hurricane Ida set us back a few months. Now that repairs on our sticks and bricks is beginning to move, so will we! 😜 Great job!
Glad you enjoyed it! 😊😊😊 Please thank your son for his service. Ida was an extremely destructive hurricane. Thoughts are with you as you rebuild. Where are you planning to go for your first trip back on the road?
@@AmpedtoGlamp Westward to Glacier, Yellowstone, Tetons, etc.
@@richardlaborde6460 Nice! We are hoping to head out that way next year.
You are such a happy positive couple
Thank you! We're just enjoying life and thankful for the opportunities we've been given. Plus we're having tons of fun with TH-cam. So happy you enjoyed our vid!
Recently discovered your channel and love the content and style. #subscribed
Welcome aboard! And thanks for the Sub!
You guys are dope! Keep it up!
Thank you! Will do!
We aren’t overly familiar with the Bounder so this was really interesting. It sounds like a good rig, but definitely some issues. Bungee jumping. 😂😂
It's a great floorplan and packed with extras. We just got one that needed more "attention" than others. Glad you found it interesting. Guess I'm going to have to find a milder activity for my marine 🤣 Thanks so much for watching! 😊😎
Well, having the gas thank in the back is the reason why you are so happy about the space under.
I guess there is always a trade-off. Thanks so much for watching!
You all are a cute couple, I hope you continue to do well!
Thanks so much! 😊😊😊. Appreciate you checking out the vid. Safe travels!!!
We have a class C, Entegra Odyssey 26M, I greatly dislike the Murphy bed and taking it down and putting it up all the time…ugh. I greatly dislike no outside storage. I love the circular dinette, huge tv & fireplace. But I’m done with class C. I absolutely love the Bounder as we recently looked at one in person. I’m am a little scared now about your amount of repairers that yours needed. That’s not good and I hope your repair issues are behind you. Your Bounder is really nice and that is definitely the direction that I’m going. Beautiful class A. Love it. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼
Hi Jeffrey 👋. I love the Odyssey but I'm really happy John convinced me to get a Class A. So much more room. It's really tough to say what type of Bounder you might get. Get.a good inspection and look for clues to the build quality. Lots of people are happy with theirs. We just got one of the lemons.
I just want to say I love your channel and that seat height is an easy problem to fix. Simply remove your chair get the measurements and take them to a metal shop and ask them to make you a metal solid shim between two three or four inches in height, (don't forget to get the boat holes drilled for the boat down of the chair) bolt it back down to the RV. Hope this helps. P.s, don't forget to get longer solid steel tow bolts.
Hi Jack. So glad you are enjoying our vids! Sherri started using a pillow but the metal shim seems like a good more permanent solution. Thanks for the tip!
You guys are hilarious. Keep it up.
Happy to entertain! 😊😎👍🤣 Thanks for watching!
We miss our Bounder...the slide controller lost their programming twice, but once you learn to manually bring the in the slides...you are good.
Your exterior was a twin to ours! We haven't had to manually bring in the slides. The controller failed a couple of times but we've found rebooting the precision circuits panel fixed it. Thanks so much for watching! Safe and happy travels! 😊
Finally honest people.
Thank you! Being honest is important to us and a core value! Appreciate you watching!
We sold our 35K several months ago with the intent of purchasing a diesel pusher. But, economics may force us back to the Bounder (that's not a bad thing). But we do like the new floorplan of the 35GL. Regardless of floorplan, our next Bounder will be purchased with Liquid Springs! Great video, thanks!
It's a tough market to buy in right now. We are hoping to upgrade to a diesel as well but will wait a bit. Yes!! Liquid Spring are a must! Have you done a test drive with Liquid Springs? What a difference!
We have not. But the owner (I believe his name is Wayne Wells) tells me it rides like a diesel pusher. I watched Matt’s review of a test drive and it looked great. The downside? It’s a 20K addition.
You guys are adorable ❤️
Thank you Diana. So sweet of you! 😊😎❤️
I use extra pillow seat while I am driving. That will help for short people like me.
Do you have one you would recommend? The ones we have tried either don't fit well on the seat or sink down. Thanks! 😊
Bounders are my favorite motorhome, you get more bang for you buck. We've had ours for 15 years now.
So glad you love your Bounder. It's a great design. I hear the older models are more reliable too!
The older models Are the best. Thats why we bought a Bounder! Believe me they are not created equal.
We bought a 5th wheel sandpiper last year. I think it has spent more time in the shop than on the road at this point. I think the quality control of any campers built post covid lockdown just went downhill. We previously had a 2020 flagstaff travel trailer and had no issues with it. I love the Floorplan of your rig and have looked at a 2018 model.
Oh no! So sorry to hear that! Quality control during covid was not existent. Manufactures were pumping out units with an inexperienced labor force. I hear 2019 and earlier Bounders are really good quality.
We have a 2016 Fleetwood Bounder 35k anniversary addition. It is basicly the same coach. We have had all kinds of expensive factory defects. Peeling leather/ pleaver furniture, (all of it) alidai not warning, rust inside
The steps going in coach motors is the last thing, oh I forgot all of the double payne windows are having to be replaced they are fogged up! High dollar items. Sound like their needs to be factory recalls on coaches if these
things happen starting in a new!! Coach not used!! In 1st year.
That's just NOT acceptable! So sorry to hear about all your issues. We know from experience how frustrating it is to get a new RV and have it fall apart, leak, not function as intended. Is REV taking care of these items? It took us a good year and a half to get everything fixed on ours.
Really terrific overview video, guys! I didn't realize there were substantial QA issues with recent Bounders. Did an RV inspector look at your rig prior to pick-up, and if so, did they catch any of the items needing repair in future?
Hi Eldee. Yes, we had an inspection and a very extensive list of repairs completed before we picked up our RV. But, once we hit the road more things started to break, we developed a leak, and ....well...its a long list. Check out our shakedown if you haven't already as well as our first trip to ReV RV.
@@AmpedtoGlamp Wow! I've been spending the past day catching up on all of your travails -- the folks at REV really owe you guys something for all of that.
This is a terrific channel, and I wish you guys the best. My family and I will continue watching and hope to talk to you about your experiences with the Bounder at Hershey later this year. Hopefully you'll be able to make it. Please keep the excellent videos coming and have a great time doing them!
Yes! Of course they didn't! We even bought the extended warranty!
It's all right you live and learn to fix the things will be okay you can put a platform take your seat out and just raise it up a little bit
Thanks, nico! Yes, owning an RV you learn how to make lots of repairs. I thought about raising the platform with a spacer like someone else mentioned but I'm concerned about the safety. I'll have to look into it some more. I'll see if there are some youtube vids out there. Thanks for the feedback! 😊
Great review of the plusses and minuses re: your Bounder. I have a Forest River Sunseeker 2350. As a single traveler who travels with pets, it's 25ft is a perfect size. But it's a great big box that won't go all the places I want to go. It's just big enough that I have trouble parking in small towns. While it can tow a good 7500lbs, the gas mileage is HORRIBLE, making the concept of towing even the smallest of toads is completely untenable. Thus, I have to rent a car if I'm to visit all the places I want to see as I travel (ie Custer State Park's scenic drives). It has TONS of storage inside and out; so much that I have lots of empty space. I agree with John in that the tank fill monitoring in 1/3s is so stupid, but I'm careful and haven't had an upset yet (no doubt much easier, since I'm a solo traveler). I ADORE my fridge (a 12V separate fridge/freezer model, with TONS of space inside for groceries), which significantly reduces my time in grocery stores along my way, and I love my kitchen and do quite a bit of cooking both inside and outside on my small grill. The biggest thing I love about my Sunseeker is the floorplan, which gives me plenty of comfort on rainy days. The worst thing about my Sunseeker is the gas mileage and the inconvenience of having to rent a car when I want to visit sites where my Sunseeker won't fit.
Thank you! The Sunseeker is a really nice Class C. John and I reviewed one at the Florida RV show (haven't posted it yet but its coming). Towing definitely affects your gas mileage but renting can also be a challenge, especially of late. We haven't purchased a tow system yet and sometimes have to rent or uber just like you. Thanks for sharing your likes and dislikes! 😊. Safe and happy travels!
New subscriber- love your guys content. Thought I was in love with the bounder 33c but for the price they demand all of your repairs and down time have me scratching my head. Maybe that’s just the industry right now? What models/brands do you guys recommend the most here in 23/24 as far as build quality without breaking the bank.
Thanks for the sub and welcome to our community! 😀
Our Bounder is an infamous covid coach bought during a time period where inexperienced workers were prevalent on the line and the quotas were unrealistically high. If its price you are concerned about, right now you can easily get 40% off the MSRP on just about any model and even up to 50% in a lot of cases. So keep that in mind as you search.
Every manufacture has quality issues it seems. I can say REV group has been very good with repairs although it is time consuming to drive all the way to Indiana. At the Hershey show we saw the best fit and finish at Newmar but they are $$$. I'd stay away from Thor and Jayco. Entegra, Fleetwood and Winnebago are decent. Hire a skilled inspector and they should help you find most of the issues.
Good luck with your search!
Nice seeing the good and bad. Bungee jumping! 😂
Hey Guys! Thanks for stopping by. Glad you enjoyed the video.....now...if I could only get that Marine of mine to skydive or bungee jump....Any suggestions Ginger?
Try the big Purple seat cushion. It is comfy and lifts you a couple inches. Kind of expensive but we’ll worth it
Just got off chat with them. The Ultimate looks like the best option and I like the 30 trial. Thanks for the suggestion! 😊👍
we have a 2018 winabago 32 vista. love it lots of storage in and out . the only thing that sucks are the front driver and passanger seat are folling apart ypholstery flaking off arm rest and head rest
We are fans of Winnebago and the Vista is a nice unit. The upholstery flaking is an industry wide issue. Fleetwood changed their furniture a few years back because of it. I've heard Winnebago manufactures most of its own shelving and other parts. Did they make the seats too?
First thing I thought when you started pulling things out was that there is plenty of storage to store stuff, just no carrying capacity for it. (I own a 2021 35 K as well). Cargo Capacity is my biggest gripe. I would be interested seeing your scale numbers. Love your videos.
Hi Kelly 👋. Surprisingly we are under our cargo carrying capacity....and to be honest we were really surprised by the scale numbers. So far we are not towing....the plan is to weigh again before we hook up a car. How do you like your 35K? Is it holding up well for you?
@@AmpedtoGlamp We have a great dealer close to home who has taken care of everything. Our problems are small things. Light covers falling off, a slide seal came loose, a cut on one slat of flooring by dog covered by warranty. We love it. We carry 33 gallons of water, 2 of us and dog, I figure average amount of stuff and keep is just under 22k. With the Nissan Rogue and dolly we are at 26 to 26100 depending on day :). Tows the care great and dolly works great.
what is the ccc? tks
I agree on the tilt wheel, I am 6'3" but I would love to have it lower. We have a 2021 33C which is shorter and not a bath and half but pretty much the same. One thing I don't like, for the bedroom slide, if the Precision Plex panel goes out there is no other way to retract or extend the bedroom slide. Fleetwood told me I have to get under the bed, remove an access panel and manual try and crack the side in, really the bed needs to be down to retract all the way, BAD design. The living room slide has two other ways to extend or retract. We had a lot of issues on ours as well. In fact, we spent all of 2021 getting them fixed. Now however it is really rock solid, and we love it. Oh, but we did add $8,000 of suspension upgrades which the F53 chassis really needs.
Hi Chad. Yes! Totally agree the bedroom slide needs another way to retract and extend. The Precision panel can be a bit flakey and if it goes it's a multi-person job to manual work the slide. After three trips to REV RV in Indiana I think all our issues are fixed too. What suspension upgrades did you get?
@@AmpedtoGlamp Sumo Springs all around, Adjusted the stock front sway bar, Koni shocks all around, rear track bar , Roadmaster 1 3/4" auxiliary rear sway bar. Hope that helps. And I understand we can work the slides from the Diagnostic Center behind the bedroom TV if it's just the touch screen that goes out.
@@AmpedtoGlamp And I forgot to add a Safe-T-Plus steering stabilizer.
You two are so cute!!!!
Thank you! 😊❤️
Love everything about our Winnebago Teend 25D but the fact that I can’t tow a car. Other then that all else fonts our needs. - IM
Winnebago makes a great product! Glad you are loving yours!
Just go by the same material or have someone it looks like it's it's marble and just get a wet saw and just make a pattern and cut ones out that don't have holes in it
That could work! Why didn't I think about that. Thank you!
I like how you say Dagnabbit😁 My go-to word is RATS! 🤬
Hi Monica! RATS is a good one too! 😊😎👍
take a bag of ice put down the toilet every 1 to 3 months and drive it come back and drain it that clean the tank out real good
Yes, we've heard that trick! Inexpensive too!
Any comments on fuel mileage and the performance of the 7.3? looking at one and would to love real world numbers and mountain performance.... thanks.
We get about 8 mpg without a tow vehicle. It’s really loud going up hills but we haven’t monitored mountains specifically. We’re putting together a video about what it’s like driving our Bounder. When are you looking to buy?
How easy or hard is it to keep temperature inside the motorhome constant? We have a 2011 Jayco Greyhawk and the walls are thin and it makes it hard to keep the temperature steady. We would love to have a Bounder but the Bounder and Southwind will not have a stackable washer and dryer. John I (Rick) bungee jumped so you can too
So far the temperature stays pretty consistent whether we are using heat or air conditioning. We don't mind the combo washer and dryer. Takes longer to do laundry but we only travel for at most one week at a time. Now when we plan longer trips.....we might not like it so much. We'll see. By the way Rick..John still says "Noooooooo!"
Drivers seat can easily be raised. Look at the way it is mounted to the floor. You can make a spacer to go between floor and seat mount plate. Make very sure that it is well constructed as it has to take loads if coach is involved in any kind of accident. Also make sure seat belt attachment points are not compromised.
Thanks John. I'm concerned about it holding up during an accident. I'll see if I can find some vids on it. I'm guessing my wife isn't the only one too short to drive. Thanks for the suggestion! 😊👍
You mentioned about the dislike of all the repairs you've had to have done. I'm assuming you bought the RV used? Did you have an inspection done prior to buying?
Hello. We purchased new with an inspection. Had about 25 items repaired before we took delivery. Then more that broke as we used it. This was our first RV.
Love chairs where can i get them
We got ours from General RV but I've also seen them at Camping World.
Hi, I saw your video and I will like to know if you guys can help me answer some questions on the Fleetwood Bounder 35K. I am doing my research before jumping the gun on Class A. The first and most important question is, you mentioned on your video that had a lot of issues (mentioned repairs, and quality control - I saw your factory tour video also) and if you can tell more or less what those issues were. The question comes because of my own experience with my current rv -travel trailer. I did purchase mine some 350 miles from home and of course, they sold me the extended warranty. Living in Miami, there is no close dealer that has any facility to service or fix any kind of RV. Well, the first thing went bad, I called the dealer, and wanted to use the warranty, and here is when the story begins. I had to take it to a dealer to be inspected, get approval from the warranty company if qualified, and so on. Long story short, that repair and the subsequent repairs, I did them myself, got the parts replaced, and was less expensive than doing a 350-mile drive, having to leave the RV at a dealer, and all the expenses the trip imply and the time off work.
If you will like I can share my email and go more into details, I don't want to bore other viewers with my research. Thanks in advance for your help.
So sorry to hear about all the issues with your camper. We'd be happy to share with you. Send your email to ampedtoglamp@gmail.com
Ues we just purchased a bounder and yes we are diguring this out to. So what did u upgrade to??
We haven't upgraded yet. Last year we bought a diesel pusher but didn't take delivery. It had way too many issues. So we are taking our time looking for the right RV while we continue to travel in our Bounder
Thanks for the information. Just subscribed, found your channel. We have a bumper pull and are now looking at a Class A; possibly the Bounder 36F that has a bunkhouse and 2 baths. Any suggestions or recommendations on where to purchase, etc.? Also did you have any major issues with yours and problems with getting it fixed?
Welcome to the channel! Always happy to make new friends! We purchased ours from Matt at Matts RV reviews. Great to work with..check out his channel. We had lots of issues with General RV. Check out this playlist to see some of the problems with our Bounder th-cam.com/play/PLDf5fW2W1zJILCP1GLqBZ2sV41jkRxQ-e.html, And feel free to reach out anytime with questions either here or via our email ampedtoglamp@gmail.com
You all had it for awhile. Do you think it was worth getting this one and how is it doing now?
We've had a lot of headaches with our Bounder. When we first got it seemed like there were multiple problems every trip. We've had leaks, stuck slides, air not working, jacks failing, etc. We believe most of the problems have been resolved with the exception of the solar and water heater. We'll be heading back to Indiana to get those fixed,
Wow! We hope everything goes well. I appreciate your feedback. It seems like a lot of the new ones are having problems but are they fixing them in a timely manner? Would you still recommend this?
John and I have different opinions. I wouldn't touch another Fleetwood given all the QC issues in our rig. John on the other hand feels they fixed everything and with the exception of REV forgetting to winterize our RV they did a good job, So I say no and John says yes.
Haa, your just too short. Full timer since 2018 Bounder 35E. Tips: only use gas stations with pumps “Parallel” to the station, not Perpendicular to the station.
Never flush toilet with fan on and door closed, (sucks air from black tank)
Great advice! Thank you!
Curious to know why you chose a Class A versus a Class C - I believe it’s just the 2 of you traveling most of the time?
Well.....it started with me wanting a roof top tent for my Jeep. But John, after spending over 20 years in the Marines in places like Iraq, decided he didn't want to sleep in any more tents. Instead he wanted to travel in style....take the glamping route! So we got something that would be large enough to take our son and my parents. J travels with us when he is on break from college. My parents have been hesitant to travel due to covid. Hopefully they will get out with us this year. Why a Class A over a Class C? That was John's call. He preferred the seats in the Class A...felt it was more comfortable to drive.
And definitely how far u have to pull up to gas up
It's so inconvenient
What is the name of the app that shows what roads are good for rvs?
We use TruckMap which is free.
@AmpedtoGlamp Thank you! Also any good ways to prevent it from shaking down the road so bad?
I'm having struggles trying to turn on the fridge. How did you turn it on?
Our fridge is always on. Do you have the Samsung residential fridge?
@@AmpedtoGlamp I bought the exact model as your motorhome and yesterday was the first time i took it out. I'm now at an RV site and only certain plug ins work, the living room TV doesn't turn on and my fridge doesn't turn on. I'll my breakers are on and the fuses seem to give me an "ok". Is there a trick I'm missing?
@Joyce Berkner I don't think so. One thing that we sometimes need to do is a reset. Turn off the aux power switch for 30 seconds then turn it back on. You'll see the precision circuits panel reboot. Let us know how that works. Also, if you haven't already join the Fleetwood Bounder Facebook. Lot's of help there too.
Is your inverter on? You have to turn on the big red switch in the first cargo bay and turn on over the door.
@@AmpedtoGlamp omg it wasn't on! 🤦♀️ yay!! My fridge is working! Im so green to this😳 thank you!!! :)
What's the CCC for this rig?
Hi Larry 👋. It's 1571 lbs
@@AmpedtoGlamp tks, that's deal breaker.
What are utubes terms of service?
Hi Lynn. The terms of service are located here: th-cam.com/users/static?template=terms
This is why you have issues going up hills, too much stuff. Didn't you sit in the drivers seat and realize the issue you have if you are to drive this MH safely?
No. We are way under weight. Lots of stuff but nothing so heavy that it puts us over. It's one of the things we are careful about.
Did I see a bag of munkfruit?
Nope. Never had one before. Are they good?
@@AmpedtoGlamp it’s a sugar substitute, taste just like sugar but doesn’t spike glucose. Lot of people on keto use it.
Get a pillow to lift you up.
Hi 👋. We found a pillow and I love driving our Bounder now! Thanks so much for watching. 😊
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Sir. take your RV TO THE DEALERSHIP & REPLACE THAT DUMB OLD DRIVE TO UPDATE 2023 DRIVE SEAT HAS PUSH BUTTON SEAT THAT LIFTS UP & DOWN THAT MOVE FORWARD & BACKWARD FOR UR WIFE CAN DRIVE & UPDATE UR RV STEERING WHEEL TO A TILT ADJUSTABLE STEERING WHEEL SO YOUR WIFE CAN DRIVE & SEE THE ROAD IN CASE SOMETHING HAPPENS TO YOU & TIL THEN WIFE PUT GAINT PILLOWS ON THE SEE TO LIFT YOURSELF TIL YALL GET A REAL ELECTRIC PUSH BUTTON ADJUSTABLE SEST DONT BOTH YALL BE DLOW THANKINH HE JUST DONT WANT U DRIVING THAT SO OLD IT MAKE YALL LOOK DUMB
Thanks for watching. The seat has push buttons to lift up and down… just doesn’t go high enough and the wheel tilts too. Once again just not enough. Another viewer recommended a spacer to lift the seat…and we’ll look into that. And yes, seat cushions are helpful.
Great video that thing looks amazing. Great update and info guys ill see yall around. Alvin
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Thanks so much! We felt it was time to share the good and bad of our Bounder. So glad you dropped by. Safe and happy travels! ~John and Sherri
You should get a padding on the seat to enhance the height. I drive a tractor trailer and trust me it helps us short people
Recently got a seat pillow and it really helps.....driving more and more! 😊