[Jim]

Jon, I will check mine before the next trip 2007 Tahoe showing 95000 miles just had the 100,000 mile service but bet they did not check this Thanks Gary

[Jim]

We who have XLII coaches do have to recognize that we could have the problem with delamination. It is no secret this issue has been around for quite a while and if a coach has the problem the owner has a very clear course of action.

The Prevost policy as I understand it is very specific. Take the coach to a Prevost Service Center for an evaluation of the extent of the problem. That is the first step.

The service center will communicate with Prevost Car the extent of the problem and Prevost Car will make a determination as to the repair and their participation in the cost of the repair. It is my understanding Prevost will offer no “good will” on coaches in excess of 10 years old. Probably would not be a bad idea for owners of 9.5 year old coaches to get an inspection.

Each case of delamination will be evaluated individually and all factors will considered by Prevost to determine the extent of their financial participation in the repairs.

I have no opinion or knowledge of what factors contribute to delamination, nor do I know what the costs are to repair a coach with the problem. I do know repairs to my coach prior to my purchase were extensive and expensive so my only recommendation is buyers and sellers have to reach an agreement on a coach during the time of sale. I would not consider a purchase without a Prevost inspection, and if repairs are needed an estimate of the cost and a decision on who bears the cost.

My antenna shot up big time when I read the phrase “class action” in the first post. The poster is not an owner so it seems inappropriate to use phrases like that but I understand the concern. It is my understanding Prevost has done a good job of standing behind the cost of repairs in the past, and I understand they have a fix that includes rivets so if I had the issue on my coach today I would find out what’s what before throwing around phrases that send people to attorneys.

If a current owner has a problem I think the starting point has to be the service center and then if the answer is not satisfactory try to negotiate better terms. I think Tom and I need to let the first post stand because we are not in favor of censorship or controlling opinions, but I would suggest only people with real exposure to the problem participate in stirring the pot. The worst thing that could happen is to get the lawyers involved so they get adversarial and then Prevost will plant its feet, which it has not done.

[Jim]

For what it is worth, I’m a new owner and am very glad to have found this forum.

I like to be hands on and have some experience maintaining planes and boats but there are many systems such as the Prevost OTR, level-low or the Marathon electrical system that are quite new to me. I really appreciate the help I get here but in the end it is my decision on whether to take it to a shop or tackle it myself.

[Jim]

Hey Larry, it’s for 2013!

[Jim]

It could be those or even R-16. I would just replace them one at a time to see if it is any of them.

[Jim]

John,

I went through many fiberglass coaches over the years, Foretravel
included. I’m on my 4th bus, all rivets and would never go back to
fiberglass. You have to spend some time with a Prevost and a
knowledgeable person to really understand the differences. There is
no comparison out their to Prevost other than Newell. If you ever
visit a Prevost service facility, you’ll understand.

Like Jon said, you really have to drive one in order to see/feel
the difference. They’re built to run a million or more miles, heavy
truck components and the handling and ride will blow you away
compared to fiberglass. All RV’s take a beating in the depreciation
and value these days, but you’ll be far better off in a bus than any
fiberglass out there.

Thanks for becoming a member and we’re here to help you with your
Prevost questions.

[Jim]

Wow, I might have one like in ten years.

[Jim]

I never looked at it that close. Guess I assumed it was welded on. I’ll check it.

[Jim]

With such low mileage it is assumed the coach has been a “hangar queen” most of its life. Storing a vehicle is not a big deal, but chances are this coach has not been treated as a “stored” vehicle, but one that has sat awaiting its next trip.

I would be concerned about the condition of rubber parts which seem to always preform better it exercised routinely. Air bags, brake chamber diaphragms, tires, Norgren valves (the o-rings), and countless other items that do not benefit from just sitting. I would question corrosion of the engine on the coach and generator. Even if not corroded I cringe when I think of an engine sitting for a long period, and then the scraping of metal to metal when it is started and prior to the circulation of oil. Maybe others are not concerned and see low mileage as a plus, but I see it as having the potential to surprise a new owner for quite a while with problems that crop up due to inactivity.

If the coach was stored with the air compressor on, or if the engine was started and run for a little each month I would run away from it because the moisture from both is probably more damaging than just letting it set. If it sat outside I would run faster.

[Jim]

Tom,

Speaking of Hector….where is the king of finding air leaks ? I attended his talks while at Austin rally and Hector truly understands air systems. Hector, stresses that air leaks are always there and we manage them with patience. .

The last one on our bus was the drivers seat inflate/ dump valve. The only way the valve is available is a entire air kit. I even went out to Arrow Stage Lines here in KC. Every kit he had was missing one part…the inflate/dump valve.

AL

[Jim]

We found that different insurance agencies have different pricing for the same coverage for each state./

We have National Interstate thru Miller Insurance Agency Lake Oswego Oregon. They are are licensed to do business in most states. They were much cheaper by comparison to another insurance agent who a sponsor on another site.

[Jim]

To say this is going to be a great rally is likely to be an understatment. What will put this rally over the top is if every type of Prevost enthusiast can attend. Michael has arranged first class accomodations. The food is going to be great and I hope local folks like Alabama Bill can help guide all of us to the best eating the gulf has to offer. (At the 2011 Oysterfest Bill made a generous contribution of shrimp to go with the oysters and folks are still talking about that.)

But what makes all Oysterfests great is the folks who attend. So regardless of whether you are a home builder, or you drive a store bought conversion, or if you borrowed an entertainer coach and brought the band we would love to see you attend. If you belong to the Prevost Prouds, the Bus N Bikers or POG, come on down. We don’t care if you drive a Prevost or a Newell, if you are a Prevost enthusiast come on down.

Let’s have some fun.

[Jim]

But, for some tea money, I can keep my mouth shut.

He he.

🙂

Cheers,

Ronald

PS: we are broke, too. We bought lot 15 in Heritage.