2002-2006 Winnebago Brave Adventurer

I don't think the Adventurer 32H was introduced until 2009. It uses the Lippert/Schwintec rack and pinion system to extend and retract the full wall slide. Earlier models didn't have a full wall slide, but rather had 1 or 2 smaller slides on the drivers side depending on the model.

The 2002 - 2006 models used HWH hydraulic slides. As with any mechanical moving part there can be problems. However they were very dependable and had very few in comparison to later models equipped with the Lippert/Schwintec systems.

The basement air is in my opinion far superior to the newer roof air system. If service is necessary it can be performed by any technician that does residential AC work. It's far less noisy than the roof air system, and has a single residential style air filter rather than a dozen or more foam rubber filters in the return ports.

We had a 2001 Adventurer 32V on a Ford F53 chassis which is almost identical to the 2002 Adventurer. The only difference is that in 2001 there was no bedroom slide on the 32V. The longer models did have a bedroom slide.

One thing to check out is to see if the Workhorse chassis for the years you're looking for was involved with the Auto Park parking brake problems or the recall for the Bosch service brakes. If they are involved and haven't been completed you may be spending some money to get them done. Technically if they haven't been completed I believe they are still eligible. Finding a Workhorse dealer that has the parts and is willing to do the job may be another question all together.

We put over 100,000 miles on our 2001 Adventurer 32V in a little over 12 years. We never had a problem with the AC, slide, or roof. Winnebago recommends inspecting the roof every 6 months and recaulking it as necessary. In the 12+ years we had our motorhome only about 18" of caulking had to be replaced.

All Adventurers have had a fiberglass roof since they were introduced in 1992.

I have the itasca 32H with full wall slide and basement air. Basement air is a little noisy (as Bumpy said)' but not to bad as it blocks out the sounds for traffic or campgrounds late at night. The slide is an all together different story. Expensive to repair, moves out on bottom while traveling and will sag over time ruining the carpet and tile. You must have it measured and adjusted each year so it works well. Other than those issues, everything is great, except after warranty support from Winnebago(non-existant). Enjoy!

The fiberglass roof is standard on Winnebago Brave, Adventurer, Journey, etc. Don't stress the side caulk, the one I bought didn't have the maintenance done on that, and it took me about 3 hours and $30 worth of materials to remedy that. It should be good for 5-7 years I would think.

I've heard of people having trouble with their basement air, but I've heard of people having trouble with the roof air units also. The basement air is nice because all the noise is under the bed and you don't have water draining off your roof.

The slides on these units are hydraulic and very reliable. The gear-driven slides are what I hear people have problems with. I like the slides because they don't waste any time going in or out.

I was in the same boat as you and wanted the fiberglass roof and I like the build quality of the older Winnebago units. I wanted a diesel which is basically the exact version of the gas unit, except it rides on a Freightliner chassis.

Good luck in your search. I'm very pleased with my 01 Adventurer and imagine you will be happy with whatever you go with also.

Tom

another issue with basement air was I have seen some where it is a lot of noise in the area of the bedroom.
bumpy

Some thoughts.
1st I love my 2009 adventurer with basement air and full wall slide.
but there are some things to remember.

Fiberglass roof: yes I like this better than rubber but how Winnie attaches it to the sidewall has been a problem for some owners.. You have to make sure that the sealant is perfect as it is held on by this sealant. I have read a story where the roof actually came loose and blows completely off!!

Basement air: For us it works great.. will freeze us out. I have read were people have had problems with the duct behind the rear cap coming apart and having to re-tape. I wonder if this is cause because they closed some roof vents and caused back-pressure that blew the duct apart.
The company no longer manufactures the unit (RVP I think) but most people that have had problems have been able to get the unit repaired.

I would "guess" that unless you bought full body paint that the roof would be the standard white fiberglass, perhaps if pay extra for FBP that might be painted?
I liked the idea of two ACs on the roof, if you have the central air, if it goes South you are SOOL till you find a repair shop, etc.
I had my chieftain for 16 years and never had a slide problem. just be sure that the routine caulking on the roof has been performed.

bumpy