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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ต.ค. 2024
- Today I was at Integrity RV in Mesa, AZ inspectin a 2017 Thor Palazzo. Of course we inspect the TPO membrane roof and I show you around the inside. While the build quality is low, this RV does pack quite a bit into 36 feet.
Also, The Carefree of Colorado awning breaks while running it out, so there's something else we get to do.
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Integrity RV
2323 E Main St
Mesa, AZ 85213
www.integrityr...
866 460-4787
One thing I know for sure is that when I buy my used class a RV, I am finding you to do my inspection. You are the best on YT When it comes to repairs. Brian's RV is a close 2nd.
Brian's a nice guy!
My old ass gasser has a metal roof..yay! Holds up to storms, solar panels, temperature gradients & low maintenance very well. Don’t have to worry about broken slide outs (none). Threw out the sofa & made an entertainment section w/55” elevator screen.
Love that overhead bunk! ✌🏼
People like them for the price point, but then complain it is not as nice as a million dollar coach. Nice entry point coach, not a big Thor fan but glad they make something for the middle class to buy. Thanks for the video. Stay safe and healthy.
Really like this rig and floor plan. Interior is not low class materials, even though this is the entry level model! Engine is only 300 HP though I believe.
It's very nice
I really like this model. For me, it would be a full time live in model.
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You still freak me out sometimes when you get to hanging over the roof edge. At least you arent messing with the soapy, slippery water at the same time
I live dangerously
I have a 2018 Thor palazzo and yes, I'm glad you made this video now I have somethings to check Thank you
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We will see how well it holds up 10 years from now!
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James thank you again I have the care free from Colorado awnings on my coach and I will immediately check those screws . Your inspections are very informative and appreciated.
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Thank you for showing us this Palazzo, always learn from you. Happy trails!
Our pleasure!
If you don't already have one... you should just do a dedicated "Ultimate RV Sealant Guide": compatibility, applications, what not to do, how to apply (e.g., clean dicor with solvent...). Just a brain dump.
Thanks for the tip
We have a 2020 Thor Aria 3401-Have had many issues with it -we thought about trading it in for a New Mar New Aire because we like the 35 foot but in the New Aire Facebook group we see lots of big issues on those too-For now, the Aira is holding it’s own 🤷♀️💵
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Enjoyed your video James.
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Learned how to reinforce the awning when the screws fallout & can add a extra screws. Thanks for the tip 👍
You're welcome
That....is a pretty nice rig.
Good job on the video.
Thanks
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Your balance is impeccable. Lol. Holding a camera and bending over at the edges. My ass would be on the ground. Lol
I am part Mountain Goat
Oh wow, why I riveted mine.
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I saw that Palazzo when we were there a few days ago picking up our endeavor.
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I’m so glad I found you!!
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Best wince on the internet! What a nice coach bang for buck.
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Inspection done, dent added free of charge.
LOL
Thanks James. Would you roll that UV protectant on the slide toppers and the main canopy as well?
Thank you for the video :-)
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Great info as always 😎👍🦅🇺🇸
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My 2021 Grand Design has 2 Carefree awnings on it... From Tucson AZ to Sun City AZ area.. half the motor end plastic cover of the front awning blew off. The parts are not too expensive from Carefree.
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You had me laughing out loud with that outtake at the end... Good video is always James!
thank you.
for the age it really looked good I thought but you are up close and personal so you would know better.
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I know I said something about my awning on another awning video that you did the upgrade to an out of date awning. But this awning problem is exactly the way mine looks like so does it have a loaded end on it. Because the way this fell out of that spindle you didn’t hear any spring snap. So that’s what I was thinking with mine when I need to replace my awning is just disconnect the motor undo the screws that holds the cylinder slide the awning out slide the new one in reconnect everything and I’m good to go. Most of the TH-cam channels said that a 12 foot power awnings don’t come with loaded springs. You do have to use dry lubrication if not they Will hold dirt and dust and squeal like crazy.
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Every time you get on a roof I am looking for something to hold on to ? take care and have a good xmas
LOL my wife does too! Hey, Thanks for watching! :)
What do you think of 303 Aerospace Protectant for UV protection on TPO roofing?
No on TPO
Another great video
Glad you enjoyed it
Thors are mostly junk, but the Palazzo is pretty well built (I’m also an RV tech). Also, it’s one of the only pushers with a mid entry door. I always use rivets on awning tubes too.
should be standard
Can’t agree. Have a Tuscany 34ST and am very impressed with it.
I had the same thing happen to my awning a few years ago while I was showing it to a potential buyer. :-(
omg that's horrifying
Thor bought Livin Lite and then changed the frame design, which ended causing frame failures and a recall. They’re good at failing with quality.
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I owned a 2015 36.1 in a nut shell it was JUNK!
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Were you as shocked as I was when the awning fell off?!
Keeps me on my toes
James, the plastic tip on the vents are stink deflection devices
lol
I’m definitely going to ask you to do a full inspection on my purchase. I’m learning so much that I just wouldn’t have seen. Thank you again. I’m flying over from the United Kingdom in the spring to hopefully find my perfect motorhome and with your help I will feel safer for my safety and investment. How do I contact you?
I appreciate it but I'm not taking any new jobs currently, you will definitely know what to look for!
What’s your opinion on Show Haulers & Renagades Class super c ‘s vs diesel pushers ? ?
James, or others, question, I use silicone on my Winnebago roof, but some techs have suggested silicone is crap, thoughts?
Where are the bunks?
just the one above the driver seats
making me queasy when you walk over to the edge like that...maybe the nubs at the vents is for provisional use as a communications cable passthru??
I try to be safe up there and move the camera slowly .Thanks
After two years of Thor ownership, I just concluded a deal to trade my 2016 Palazzo 35.1 off for a 2010 Tiffin 36QSH. I found the Palazzo to be poorly designed and of poor build quality. I spent more time working on it than using it. I was really afraid it wouldnt outlast me. Im 60 yrs old and have better confidence that this Tiffin will outlast me. A little more expense but its worth it.
I do understand completely.
Why are these not boring to me?
I am very exciting to watch
Good thing engine didn’t blow up on test drive
Can’t fix that with 3 rivets
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Our Thor that we traded in had two deer whistles. They are guaranteed to stop deer from running out in front of you and you hitting them OR your money back. How about I get 20,000 people to send me $10 and I will give you the same guarantee? Get the point?
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“Happiness is a warm rivet gun” john Lennon (?)
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I guess when Thor mean entre level coach they just used for both gas or disel. No escaping.
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Sorry for anyone that buys the Palazzo, buy a Tiffin RED
I do love Tiffin
Rule #1 in RV maintenance 101 is don't use sillycone on the roof. Duh.... 😜
I find it often
Wouldn't have one (Thor) their quality is definitely not there and another one you're paying too much for that level of quality or lack of. I've seen new ones wired weird made poorly. But I'm sure there may be one or two that got quality control attention others didn't. It's not just a Thor problem.
I easily agree
Pointless exercise- why don’t people check to see what kind of sealant should be used??
Ok, I've seen all I need to about Thor 😆
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Seems pretty crappy to be that new and expensive!