Very Happy with our 1993 Fleetwood Jamboree

Thanks for all of the useful information I appreciate all the help!

A few more tips from a 92 Jamboree owner.

If your rig has original AC unit then it's likely the condenser and evaporator coils need a good cleaning - lots of threads on that subject. While your up their consider replacing both the start and run capacitors which are likely on their last legs - they are inexpensive. Some (including myself) replaced original start capacitor with Supco 6 Hard Start Capacitor which helped the aging AC unit start up - not very expensive and Supco techs are helpful in walking you through the "how to".

U tube has nice videos on how to remove your windows and replace the original butyl tape - not hard and you can do a few windows at a time. Start with the side windows in the cab-over bed.

These rigs came with lousy shocks and if you have the original they are really lousy by now. Bilstein shocks would be nice upgrade - makes driving much easier. Not a DIY as the front driver side shock is a real PIA even for someone who knows what they are doing.

Many report problems with exhaust manifolds - something to do with expansion issues between different metals. I never turn my rig off after long hard climb without giving the engine time to get back to normal temp --- something to consider.

If your fridge is the original - great - but it's likely nearing it's end of life so start a replacement fund.

Check all the chassis grounds ... that includes electric step, chassis and coach batteries and generator - grounds get corroded over time. Also - check out the auto reset circuit breakers - if original probably a good idea to replace or at least carry some spares.

Like YC1 - I park my rig with the nose elevated - inexpensive insurance for cabover water issues which are common in all Class C's.

Hope this helps.

Nice to read somebody saying nice things about their Fleetwood product. We like our 2004 Tioga 26Q but have had the roof AC cooling unit and fridge replaced at about the 10 year old point. Keep an eye on age of tires by date codes. RV tires older than 5 years old can become unsafe despite looking like new, tread depth, etc. Enjoy and be safe.

Congratulations. I remember our first RV and how much fun we had. Really restrained in the monster we are living in now but have a towed car so not such a big deal. I just miss pulling into any state park or campground and being able to do just that.

We owned an 89 Jamboree and loved it.

Here are my suggestions.

Be sure to check your window seals. Water can get inside through the tops or sides easily if the old sealant is dry. It is very easy to replace the sealant with two people so you don't drop a window. Then add any color silicon over the top edge and down the sides a short ways to add additional rain protection. This is especially important if you have a front window that is mounted at a slant. Seal the top edges of the running lights as well.

Remove and replace the sealant between any vent on the roof. Use Dicor sealant versus the putty used. The sealer is self leveling and is excellent.

Park the RV with the nose about an inch high when storing so water rolls off the back versus the front thus helping with any water intrusion that might come from the front windshield.

You would be amazed how much water the overhead front bunk can hold.

If you have the Ford engine and begin to get symptoms of Vapor Lock, (losing power and stalling), with less than a full tank, hot days, heavy hill climbing. Then you probably need an in tank fuel pump.

Be sure to find any rail mounted fuel filters that may be hidden and replace them. Had one under the drivers seat along the frame that was supposed to be good for 100K miles. At 11K miles it was plugged solid. Probably from low usage the fuel varnished and plugget it.

Find a manual for your refer and follow the cleaning procedure for the chimney to remove any rust that may have accumulated. There is a S shaped baffle that hangs down inside that should be removed for a thorough cleaning. A shotgun (12 guage) cleaning brush works well.

Hope you don't think I'm throwing a blanket on your new toy. Just sharing some important maintenance items any rver should be aware of.

Enjoy your travels.

Enjoy your "classic."