Is JAYCO a good one ?
I know this has probably been asked before and the administrator would have me search existing posts but things change as does the latest models so......... I have been shopping some and thought I wo...
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Welcome to the Forum Joe! We're all glad you joined up.
The Jayco Melborne is an excellant choice...lower profile than a Class C such as the Minnie Winnie, Jayco Redhawk and Greyhawks.
Jayco is the 3rd largest RV builder in the World, the largest family owned RV builder, and one of the oldest RV companies as well....46 years just building great RV's.
As mentioned, the 2 year bumper to bumper warranty is a real plus...if you ever should need it! It includes 2 years of free roadside assist, towing, lockout/key service and maps/trip planning. The Melborne is NOT entry level, nor is it "lower middle market"!
Melbourne is not 138" tall like the typical Class C motorhome. It's 10" shorter in height at 128". Better for handling, fuel economy and aerodynamics.
Unlike some of the Motorhomes in this Class, the Jayco has Vacuum Laminated roof, walls and floors. 10 Times less likely to delaminate than Winniebago's glued walls and roof.
And the Jayco roof has a seamless, one piece Fiberglass construction with a remarkable R-23 insulation! The front one piece fiberglass cap is under warranty for 30 months. You also get standard 15,000 BTU roof A/C instead of the smaller 13,500 others have standard (Winnie). And Jayco has a standard tankless water heater, and standard Onan 4000 watt genny...optional on the Winnie!
Other stuff Jayco gives you as standard is a stabilizer bar..."Melbourne’s rear stabilizer bar raises and lowers each side of the unit to similar heights, reducing roll when cornering. No other Class C is equipped with this."
Bilstein shocks. "Bilstein shock absorbers, not found on other Class Cs, reduce bounce and eliminate excessive sway. A unique monotube design doesn’t trap heat, reducing shock failure."
Hellwig helper springs. "Fluctuating loads impact alignment, reduce traction and diminish handling. Hellwig helper springs correct this, compressing under loads to level out your RV." All build right into the Jayco.
Still doesn't sound like a "entry level" RV to me! ;)
Best of luck...and "choose wisely grasshopper!"
The Jayco Melborne is an excellant choice...lower profile than a Class C such as the Minnie Winnie, Jayco Redhawk and Greyhawks.
Jayco is the 3rd largest RV builder in the World, the largest family owned RV builder, and one of the oldest RV companies as well....46 years just building great RV's.
As mentioned, the 2 year bumper to bumper warranty is a real plus...if you ever should need it! It includes 2 years of free roadside assist, towing, lockout/key service and maps/trip planning. The Melborne is NOT entry level, nor is it "lower middle market"!
Melbourne is not 138" tall like the typical Class C motorhome. It's 10" shorter in height at 128". Better for handling, fuel economy and aerodynamics.
Unlike some of the Motorhomes in this Class, the Jayco has Vacuum Laminated roof, walls and floors. 10 Times less likely to delaminate than Winniebago's glued walls and roof.
And the Jayco roof has a seamless, one piece Fiberglass construction with a remarkable R-23 insulation! The front one piece fiberglass cap is under warranty for 30 months. You also get standard 15,000 BTU roof A/C instead of the smaller 13,500 others have standard (Winnie). And Jayco has a standard tankless water heater, and standard Onan 4000 watt genny...optional on the Winnie!
Other stuff Jayco gives you as standard is a stabilizer bar..."Melbourne’s rear stabilizer bar raises and lowers each side of the unit to similar heights, reducing roll when cornering. No other Class C is equipped with this."
Bilstein shocks. "Bilstein shock absorbers, not found on other Class Cs, reduce bounce and eliminate excessive sway. A unique monotube design doesn’t trap heat, reducing shock failure."
Hellwig helper springs. "Fluctuating loads impact alignment, reduce traction and diminish handling. Hellwig helper springs correct this, compressing under loads to level out your RV." All build right into the Jayco.
Still doesn't sound like a "entry level" RV to me! ;)
Best of luck...and "choose wisely grasshopper!"
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