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Prevost for Newbies - Part 1: Getting To Know A Prevost Motorhome

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 เม.ย. 2017
  • This is the first installment in what I'm calling Prevost for Newbies. In this episode you'll meet Gil Johnson of PrevostOwnersGroup.com and we'll take a detailed look at the bays on a 2014 Marathon Coach see an explanation of the function and operation of each area. Included in this episode is the storage bay that incorporates a picnic table, the BBQ grill and outdoor refrigerator, the outdoor TV and the bay that contains the chassis batteries and 12V and 24V cutoff switches.
    This series is produced with the hope of explaining many of the elements of Marathon Prevost Coaches that may seem complex, but all attempts are made to explain the how's and why's of usage. And yes, it's a long segment!
    Part 2 is currently online and details the driver's side bays including the Inverter/Charger, Plumbing and Generator bays. • Prevost For Newbies - ...
    More episodes are coming soon and the best way to keep up is to Subscribe to TheGadgetGuru TH-cam channel and to "like" / thegadgetguru
    With most videos, more information can be found at www.GadgetGuru.com.
    Comments are welcomed here or on your favorite motorhome forum.
    Music Credit: Closing piano soundtrack by David Attelan and presented on this video with his permission.

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  • @richardowens9061
    @richardowens9061 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Up to 8:30, this video is just talking about how wonderful Gil Johnson is. Skip to this point to start learning about the coach.

  • @pauljordan756
    @pauljordan756 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video Andy. We are just starting to explore the Prevost world and found this video very helpful. Gil is a very knowledgeable and his willingness to share for us newbies is much appreciated! Thank you both.

  • @chuntley83
    @chuntley83 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ive been waiting for a video like this on a marathon coach for 4 yrs. You sir have a new sub.. keep them coming. bravo

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Chuntley! I hope to have more videos coming in the near future. There's a lot to learn and this Prevost newbie hopes to share the info as I figure things out!

  • @DutchStar443
    @DutchStar443 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m just entering the Prevost market and finding my way around. Your vid is invaluable to this process. Thanks!

  • @samuelcain5426
    @samuelcain5426 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Congratulations Andy its a beautiful coach to add to your fleet. Your videos are so informative keep them coming please can't wait to see the interior of your Prevost.

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Samuel! More videos coming soon!

  • @PiCkUpMaN4230
    @PiCkUpMaN4230 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just want to say your videos are AMAZING and chocked full of useful information. Unfortunately I don't have the pleasure of owning an RV or Motorcoach, however as a Class "A" Commercial Coach & Entertainer Coach Operator familiar with both the Prevost "H" & "X" models, the MCI "D" & "J" models, and of course the more popular VanHool "TX"', "CX", and "TD" models I was still able to walk away with some very useful/ interesting tips and information. I only wish that other coach companies would have you product test and video review their coaches. Eventhough Prevost is hands down the "Gold Standard" of coaches whether you're talking to professional passenger drivers or recreational owners there are other companies doing great things with motorcoaches making it a wonderful experience for the driver and most importantly the passengers. Keep up the good work and hats off to you sir.

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words!

  • @slofiz5336
    @slofiz5336 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    as a retired bus driver the prevost was the best and most reliable bus i had driven in my time. the people who make the prevost no there business.

  • @dbillett1
    @dbillett1 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the video. It's a good starting point.

  • @mbalars1
    @mbalars1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!

  • @danielm7118
    @danielm7118 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on your new bus! Great video, I just subscribed to your channel.

  • @bellboy4074
    @bellboy4074 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is great information for all the people that can budget a million dollars for a motorhome.

    • @rolandmiller5456
      @rolandmiller5456 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can actually find them cheaper than that. You just have to know where to look and these videos give a wealth of information not just for million dollar people but for anybody buying an RV the tips are universal.

  • @jimlinn9974
    @jimlinn9974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just purchased a brand New Custom Prevost for 2.9 Million Dollars

  • @the2ndairwick918
    @the2ndairwick918 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Congratulations on the new coach!

  • @VE7TCC
    @VE7TCC 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Does it have central vacuum? Or do most of the Marathon coaches have central vacuum? I was looking at their video, but it did not mention it.

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My bus does not have a central vacuum system. I keep a Dyson rechargeable vacuum on the bus and it seems to take up a lot less room than a typical central vac hose and frees up the bay space for the central unit.

  • @stevematthews684
    @stevematthews684 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Sad, had high hopes for this series...interesting topic. But Sheesh, every Marathon Coach is custom built. So your walk around is only specific to your coach. So glad you are happy with yours, but hardly relevant to the other 99% of us RV'ers.

    • @FredFlintstone21
      @FredFlintstone21 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I respectfully disagree. The more coach and rv videos I watch, the more specific and technical they get, the more I learn. I think this is a great video! Learned alot! 👍👍

  • @jaysonbenner
    @jaysonbenner 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just discovered your channel and I'm enjoying your videos. Nice work and keep em coming! Beautiful Prevost by the way

  • @bobthompson4918
    @bobthompson4918 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you leave your pump unattended at most stations around here and they notice, they will shut down the pump. If you have a jug of def, you don't have to pour it in at the pump, you can do it anytime. It's not like it's a highly flammable product. .

  • @the2ndairwick918
    @the2ndairwick918 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks amazing. Can't wait to see the interior tour.

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hopefully that video will be coming soon!

  • @stano5102
    @stano5102 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don’t know if you check old posts. Did Gil find anything on the coach that Marathon didn’t?

  • @davidmichaels1519
    @davidmichaels1519 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Andy,
    Since you live in Florida, did you consider Liberty or Millennium before you bought your Marathon X3-45 ?

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did consider Liberty as they have an office located within a half hour of my home. I found that Marathon was a better fit for my needs. I did tour a few Millenium Coaches at the Prevost Stuff show in Tampa in January. All three produce beautiful coaches. More information behind my decision can be found here: www.gadgetguru.com/rumors-true-andy-purchases-another-bus-big-one/

  • @sharonadams6678
    @sharonadams6678 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    please do one on a/v system I call marathon and ask got nothing back

  • @neptunedawn7121
    @neptunedawn7121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the difference besides price between a Prevost vs a Class A Diesel Pusher RV?

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Here's Part One of a series that should assist: th-cam.com/video/YdjhpoAOl_Y/w-d-xo.html

  • @djacksonafter700
    @djacksonafter700 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thorough, very thorough Andy.

  • @zackconstruction8936
    @zackconstruction8936 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you get the bathroom door open if your locked out of the bathroom it's an emergency lot somewhere else on The bus

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are air release buttons located near each of the air doors.

  • @williamcornelius
    @williamcornelius 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How come there can’t be a steerable tag axle?

  • @fantastiqueberliotz1209
    @fantastiqueberliotz1209 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative video. The only thing I don't understand is. what is a converter coach? What does that mean?

    • @goutvols103
      @goutvols103 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      From my understanding, these are not assembly line RVs like Tiffin, Entegra, etc. Marathon would buy a Prevost shell and custom build a RV. The shells run about $500K.

    • @fantastiqueberliotz1209
      @fantastiqueberliotz1209 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@goutvols103 Thank you for that information. I learn something new every day, and that's a good thing! :-)

  • @PrevostNewbie
    @PrevostNewbie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was wondering about the California emissions laws and Prevost Busses. I am looking for a 1988-1995, and will i run into trouble registering it in CA? I read somewhere Motorhomes are exempt as long as it says Motorhome on the Registration. Any thoughts on this? I am Not really interested whether you personally like California or not. Thanks for any input from Older Prevost owners in California.

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll recommend posting this question on the Prevost Owners Group page on Facebook as you'll answers from those who know more about this than I do. facebook.com/groups/169938709726086/

    • @PrevostNewbie
      @PrevostNewbie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGadgetGuru Thank You

  • @halfarthing6798
    @halfarthing6798 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How much should one pay for one of these? Pricing is very confusing

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      It all depends on the year and condition of the coach.

  • @dougd120
    @dougd120 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    the apartment has used a red line catch 22 about the danbury smokestack during polar war times and jim burnham is 100% responsible for discussing inappropriate catch-22s in front of the board, and i can do 7:30pm.

  • @covepac
    @covepac 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    prevost for newbies part passenger side bays on a marathon coach castel

  • @chrisdonline
    @chrisdonline 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    At commercial fuel stops, it's diesel fuel first, then DEF.

  • @newsigmundfreud3023
    @newsigmundfreud3023 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *Me struggling* between Ordering a Newell or Prevost by Liberty coach. And *I might decide on a Newmar because of their Super C “SAFETY”.*

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If safety is a priority, and it should be, stick with a Prevost chassis…really. Also, the only place to get factory service for a Newell is in Oklahoma. Prevost has factory service centers across the USA and Canada.

    • @newsigmundfreud3023
      @newsigmundfreud3023 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGadgetGuru Thank you for your response. Issue with Prevost I have is doesnt have the wheel in front, long wheelbase, cant have it 40’ instead of 45. Cant have more doors cut out.

    • @TheGadgetGuru
      @TheGadgetGuru  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@newsigmundfreud3023 I guess you've made your decision. Drive safely!

    • @newsigmundfreud3023
      @newsigmundfreud3023 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGadgetGuru Thank you again. I am still not so sure, but now I know that between Newell and Prevost it should rather be Prevost for safety and mechanics availability. I am looking for more advice though (not in a public forum).

  • @ronaldthomas3528
    @ronaldthomas3528 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I never knew it was pronounced Pray-vow! Hahaha! One day I will buy my first!

  • @Lex-Rex
    @Lex-Rex 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Holy Jesus mang. Filling your diesel pusher and adding DEF does not require a 10 minute conversation -- it's simply not that hard. Also, are you telling me this thing does not have rear wheel steering?

    • @stratolestele7611
      @stratolestele7611 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Old comment/post, but when we get our Prevost, I do not want more things to break. This coach, for example, is not my style, even though it is outside my pay scale (at least, if I still want to have a beautiful home that appreciates). Nonetheless, I want to keep it simple. Our coach will be pre-DEF, riveted, non-slide, DD 60 series.
      However, I will update camaras, and basic tech (solar, TVs, sound, etc.).
      Oh, and why are we harping on Marathon!? You own one. I get it, but I will just say that I subscribed a few shows ago, and then unsubed when it became too Marathon and then the DEF stuff.
      I'm a nerd, but this is...whew.

  • @jayyoung4534
    @jayyoung4534 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just askin'. But would an algorithm be helpful here? With a tablet in hand, just click what you want done and be done with it as opposed to manually fooling around with it.

  • @KTHKUHNKK
    @KTHKUHNKK 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW
    AGAIN ANOTHER GREAT ONE BY YOU.
    KEITH KUHN
    KK MOTION PICTURES ALSO ON TH-cam

  • @MidAtlanticTV
    @MidAtlanticTV 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a shame it doesn't have Prevost OTR A/C.

  • @RealStuntPanda
    @RealStuntPanda 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I *LOVE* that Flxible Starliner, it's so cool. But the Prevost? Modern amazing.

  • @dougd120
    @dougd120 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    call could be 10:30pm please.

  • @pault1964
    @pault1964 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good customer service spend a million you get treated a lot better

  • @dougd120
    @dougd120 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    the apartment can prove how to be rational peter, but he wants to go to back to bed at 7pm and call you closer to 10:30pm at night.

  • @Mr.Beastforpresident
    @Mr.Beastforpresident 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mini Me @ 1:30

  • @dennisreynolds6915
    @dennisreynolds6915 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gadget guru, why have the guy from marathon on if you're just going to talk literally 90% of the time?

  • @murph55
    @murph55 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    why is the table so low, anyone that has a bad back will find this table useless, it's almost a tripping hazard

  • @NimitzclassA
    @NimitzclassA 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really? who the hell needs fueling and DEF tutorial? i thought this was about a motorcoach.

    • @BC-iz8gt
      @BC-iz8gt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ikr this dude is so full of himself

  • @KTHKUHNKK
    @KTHKUHNKK 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    ANDY
    YOU PUT ALOT OF WORK INTO YOUR
    VIDEOS, TRUST ME I KNOW.
    KEITH

  • @robertclendenning9797
    @robertclendenning9797 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why can't you stand up straight. ?

  • @Mr.Beastforpresident
    @Mr.Beastforpresident 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Less Rice more Meat talking!

  • @inkblot131
    @inkblot131 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Apparently, you've been blowing your clone even before you started filming and that's why he appears to be just a more inflated version of you. But, now WE WANT THE TOUR you promised EIGHT MINUTES/22 seconds (and counting) ago! Never mind. It's not worth the stress. SOME of us don't OWN a way to 'get away from it all.'

  • @leegandy9656
    @leegandy9656 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok, as an entertainer driver... i pray that no manufacturer building an entertainer ever sees this video and takes what youre saying about the adaptive cruise control. Of i ever get in an entertainer and it has that junk ill quit. Sleeping people can not have that junk in their bus, rediculous. It slams on the brakes when some idiot cuts you off, 4 wheel drivers are soo unpredictable and do soo much stupid stuff and can cause a driver to lose their job over throwing someone from their bunk. And the 4 wheel.driver wont even know they cost me a job. Im sure its a great feature for the amature "rv" drivers, but youre talking about a prevost that could be driven by a professional. Ugh... smh

  • @ohok3608
    @ohok3608 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    prevost is hurting itself allowing this obnoxious guy repping you.