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cbigham
Explorer III
Dec 06, 2017

Bought Thor 23u

It's a leftover 2017 with the e450 chassis I wanted in case of towing. Settled on this because I didn't want slides. Seen too many problems and had a couple of my own on my funmover 39c. The rv will be used In wind, rain, sand storms possible, snow possible. I'm an avid motorcycle guy, off roader, so I'll likely be carrying a 300 lbs ktm 625sxc or xr650r dual sport on hitch rack or towing an enclosed trailer with stuff or a jeep.

Anything in particular I should check Thor wise,or in general before signing away my money? Any known flaws on these newer models?

Also doesn't come with a convection microwave, any tips on who has a good one cheap? Perfectly happy doing install at home if need be, and 200w of solar.

Thanks,
Cb
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  • cbigham's avatar
    cbigham
    Explorer III
    Sep 17, 2019
    Wow. Holly resurrected threads, batman!
    Have now owned this 23u almost 2 years. It has needed some repairs. Over all, size and function worked well, I must like it, put 20k on it.Been to numerous dirt bike trips with buddies, long family camp outs.i installed 200w solar with an inverter, we frequently dry camp. The size allows us into smaller campgrounds as predicted compared to the old funmover. We can stay on site 5,7 days three of us and have shower, holding tank capacity. Tows fine, did need heavier rear sway bar 4 sure. It has endured it all, snow, rain, occasional Ocotillo Wells sand storm just fine.
  • way2roll's avatar
    way2roll
    Navigator II
    Sep 08, 2019
    Make sure you check the housing on the tail lights. I had a Thor several years ago and the housing leaked causing a bulb to short. In checking it out the plywood behind the light (behind the fiberglass) was soaked and developed mold. The lens wasn't properly caulked and it leaked water into the rear wall. I can't tolerate mold due to lung issue and we had to end up selling it - full disclosure to the new buyers.
  • RCandDot's avatar
    RCandDot
    Explorer
    Sep 08, 2019
    I have same unit 2013 , only problem was to replace those tail lights that leak. new design much nicer and sealed better.
  • Grangrey4's avatar
    Grangrey4
    Explorer
    Sep 05, 2019
    Guess what? I had a bulb go in my right side tail light. Did not see water but thought of your post! I do really like this unit.
  • falconbrother's avatar
    falconbrother
    Explorer II
    Dec 07, 2017
    My neighbor has one of those, a couple of years old, really nice. One night I noticed that her tail lights were out. Both of them leaked and had water trapped in there. The light assemblies had to be replaced. Other than that she uses it a lot and loves it. She's never had a breakdown of any kind.
  • mikebreeze's avatar
    mikebreeze
    Explorer
    Dec 06, 2017
    I have a Thor Majestic 23A which is probably very similar to what you are looking at. I've had no major issues. 2 things to look at if buying used: The roof and the rear inside tires. My roof had been patched. Didn't notice it until later. Also, the rear inward and spare tires didn't have much tread on them. Didn't notice till later. I have since corrected these issues but wished I would have discovered them when doing the walk thru. Mine came w/ a micro-convection. You can probably find a decent one for a few hundred bucks.

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