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Prevost h3-45 double slide vs Dynamax DX3
Trying to solicit an UNBIASED feedback on whether to get a used Prevost H3-45 double slide (2000-2005) vs a new Dynamax DX3 of the same price range. Any insight would greatly be appreciated.
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That’s like asking if we want lima beans versus carrots.
Unless someone on here has vast experience with both vehicles any responses at best are guesses or personal opinions. Each has its attributes, and each is going to have a different cost of ownership.
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After you have owned others and driven them Prevost is hands best
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After having driven both a bunch of miles, here are my comments.
The Dynomax is truck chassis, it rides like a truck. Even though it is on airbags and not springs it rides like a truck of the same vintage. The noise level is greater. If you like a front engine unit it is a better choice. They are also popular with folks that tow heavy trailers, ie race cars, large horse trailers, etc. Also there ae some parks that do not allow anything except a Class A, which they are not. They do tend to have more beds, so that is good for a family. Overall I prefer the Prevost for the ride and quiet.
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If you go the Super C route, you should consider a Renegade instead of Dynamax. Quality and wheel base is much better.
My Renegade Verona LE triple slide rides good even with leaf springs up front, there is enough weight that even though it’s a truck chassis, the ride is not harsh.
It’s not a Prevost and if you want the best of the best, Prevost is the way to go. The closest comparison to Prevost would be a Newell, not a typical class A or Super C.
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I agree with Tom. After 3 Prevost buses over 16 years I now have a Renegade XL on a Frieghtliner Cascadia chassis and I am very happy with it. It is nor Prevost but for what it is, it is very good.
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Ditto Tom and Andre. Have owned Dynamax, Prevost and Renegade. Forget Dynamax. Renenegade beats Dynamax hands down on all counts. The Renegade XL on a Cascadia chassis is as close to a Prevost as you’ll find. But it’s not a Prevost.
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It all ends up depending on your needs. All models mentioned above have their place in the RV world.
Prevost: As you all know a superb ride quality and unsurpassed fit/finish. Surprisingly easy to drive. It’s possible but not designed to tow heavy. Very safe especially for the passengers in the back. Most of them designed for 2 people.
Super C on a Cascadia Chassis: The Renegade and showhauler are very well made. I enjoyed a tour through the Renegade factory and they have it figured out. This was before they got bought out. I personally like the Classic series for how they are build. The Icon and XL use fibreglass walls and the Classic uses a 3/4″ laminated one piece wall and roof system. I disliked the 13 speed auto as it seemed like it was always trying to find the right gear at lower speeds. Renegade locks the cab so the suspension is somewhat hard. Good air ride seats make up a lot. For sure louder than the Prevost in the cab area. Very noisy when sitting in the back. And it’s a truck, so towing capacity is up to 40K Lbs. With 600 HP and about 43K lbs weight it goes up hills like nothing.
Stay away from the older models like the Freightliner Columbia. They are VERY noisy. Besides that, pre 2010-2012 Super C’s are very basic.
Super C on Freightliner M2 chassis: Shorter truck (36-39 ft) and a good compromise. Same as above, Renegade makes a great product. I think you are better off with a used Renegade than a new Dynamax. I have seen many dynamaxes at the track and as I see it they are made like a standard stick and staple Class A. On the bottom of the pile there is the Jayco Seneca and Jayco Embark. The chassis is great, especially the Embark with the 350 HP and 20K towing capacity. But that’s where it ends. The build quality of the house part is comparable with a budget travel trailer. Very low quality materials and extremely poor workmanship.
If you are not afraid to spend $$ and luxury is your middle name, it’s the Prevost.
Do you want to bring more than 2 on a regular bases, don’t mind a truck like ride and need to haul your fully loaded race trailer, get a Renegade Icon, XL or Classic.
Don’t need 45′ of motor home but need a well build unit that can tow, the Renegade on a M2 chassis is your choice.
And please, stay away from the class A’s. Virtually all of them are junk. I would never buy or drive anything other than a Prevost or a Super C.
FYI I owned a 2016 39′ Super C on a M2 Chassis, Drove thousands of miles coast to coast in a 2017 Renegade Cascadia to tracks in North America and currently own a Marathon Prevost. I recently sold my RV parts and repair business and I can fill pages of the absolute garbage the RV manufactures produce. And no, we did not sell any, just repair.
I would sell/trade my Prevost in a heartbeat for a well appointed Renegade if my needs require this change.
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One more thing. Don’t under estimate the vast amount of daylight the Prevost windows bring in. That’s one thing I did not like about the Super C. They all have small windows.
Jeff and Lindsay
91 Marathon XL
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