Wow! That is top shelf service from Spartan. As a former Trucker I know a lot of this hardware related , but a vehicle specific course is right up my alley. Can't wait ! Thanks a bunch . Cheers .
I had a freightliner chassis on my previous MH and took the course in Gaffney, SC. 3 days of intense training….wonderful experience. Suggest these courses to anyone owning a large DP MH. Now traveling in a 43 ft Dutch Star and scheduled for their training session next July. Even added the driving instruction for my wife. I tell you these classes are the best place to learn the ‘how to’ of your coach.
It’s no small feat Julia to push past your anxiety and drive. We have a Dodge 1500 that to me is a beast! I prefer my Genesis. Now I’ll bet you will beat Glenn to the drivers seat! Drive safe you two! Ed from Lancaster CA. I’m still a few years away from a coach purchase, but I must thank you greatly for all of the time and effort that has gone into your videos! Sometimes just one or three pieces of material info can steer one towards a better decision.
Hi again ed, if we can help by sharing our experience then it's all worthwhile. And the spin-off if that we get to talk to and occasionally meet some great people.
What a great idea having a course like this. Glad to see Julia got professional driver training. You have a fire extinguisher in case you have a ****, you wear seat belts in case your in an ******* and you have a second driver just in case one driver has an unexpected *******. The names of these events have been withheld as prevent future jinkage.
Another excellent video! "Great Escape" is definitely my favorite RV UA-cam channel. Thanks Glenn & Julia for the time and energy you put in to making these videos. And I'll add this as well...great music choices in your videos! Happy Holidays!
Thanks Daniel for your kind words, We have plenty more on the way. I'll probably get time over Christmas in between eating and drinking to do some more editing.
Great Escape btw...i know you have great taste in music...if on one of your trips to the states you ever get a chance to see 'Tedeschi Trucks Band' live show...do it! Brilliant show!
Another great video, thanks Glenn. We took the Spartan course in July this year. One word? Informative. So many things to learn about these coaches. We are signed up for advanced course next June. So much more to learn. We also had Andy as our technician going over our 2016 Anthem, he is excellent.
I have to say, this is probably your best video to date. I have always planned on going to the Spartan School once we got a rig. I can say we just ordered a Newmar Ditch Star with the Spartan Chassis and will take delivery in May and go to the school June or July.
I wish we had gone before say a month or two after owning the RV. So you are doing it right as I've been driving for two years incorrectly. The course is very worth while.
It was a great video, much better than the ones they produce. They are not the best at marketing the school. BTW the videos you did about the steering problem opened our eyes to Newmar's Comfort Drive one of the reason's we chose Newmar over Entegra
Very good video, I would change a few things, pan slowly, spend 5 seconds on each item like you did on the air bag. It makes it easier to stop the video to study the details of each part or system. I like that Julia took the time to learn to drive, she can help out in a pinch if needed, now if I could get my wife to take her direction.....
I sure hope they paid you for your work on this video. I didn't know they offered this hands on education. It certainly adds to their value when I reach the position of purchasing. Great information. ( None of my business if they paid you.) That comment was directed at Spartan. I've admired their chassis for their engineering and clean simplicity. That course allows you to see systems organised and broken down. Then they show you those very systems on your coach..
I hope you recorded all the course so next time if you have problem with something you will know what you do and i hope you can share what you learned For your wife i hope she get ready to help you driving so you will have more time to make new videos Waiting upcoming Your friend from Morocco
Hi Firass, I'm pleased to say that Julia drove the days after the course and now seems to have lost her fear. She still doesn't like the Interstates but slowly slowly we'll get there. Thank you for watching
I have to say you both have awesome tastes in music and love it when i watch you videos and listen to the music you pick and sometimes wish I was in your motorhome with when you are driving it as long as the music is going while you are driving during the video , anyways hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year !
Hi Brian, yes the music makes it and it's weird because after I finish editing I just pick a song from my iPhone and pretty much everytime it just works. I must be natural. Have a great Christmas.
That's one of the reason for me wanting to get Julia behind the wheel. The very next day she drove from the campsite to the interstate and then handed over to me. She really doesnlt loke interstates.
I have seen many videos on Spartan chassis courses and want to take one. I also am considering taking the course on RV tech training that is offered throughout various locations. I laughed when Julia did the U-Turn. I will drive out of my way to avoid them. They are not legal several states and greatly limited in others.
"John"looks like your brother.Lol great vid.I think it is awesome that they let everybody check out their own coach,that's amazing!Happy holidays to you and Julia.
Ahh you mean DON, Don is a great bloke (even though he's from Canada) I have met Don & Gerri his wife several times and it was great when they turned up at the Spartan course.
Liked the hands on here to let you know more things you might have missed not know was there. Like the song. Yes I was born in Chicago and yes were lots of gangs there. Played in a band for 18 Yrs on drums over 30 Yrs. Women OMG they were always around me. Yes loved that part. Make love not war. Flower power oh God yes. Yes on lots of trips but in bed lol. Free love. Man the 60's in a band my God you can't beat that. Paid to play music I want them days back too lol.
Hi Anthony, Sorry for the late reply. This is a question I am unable to answer as there are too many variables, such as: Home or paid storage Insurance cover and your discounts Own servicing or garage servicing Annual milage Warranty or out of warranty Brand of coach etc etc
Is the Freightliner Chassis better overall than this Spartan unit? Which one is better engineered?? Why only Cummins six cylinder units on high end RV’s?? Would love to see a proper v8 high output diesel attached to a quality chassis for a RV
Hi Duane, Well obviously I was pretty pissed off that it took so long to repair my steering but there are two things that do stand out of all this. Spartan was relentless in trying to solve my problems and did also spend a lot of money sending engineers all over the place to try and resolve this issue. After seeing the setup at Spartan you realize that you are dealing with a proper professional company and not some pretend industry run by farmers. So I would probably choose Spartan again. Interesting that Entegra decides to choose different components for their chassis's probably in the attempt to save money. whereas Newmar (also on a Spartan chassis) do not seem to have any of these issues. So I would point the finger at Entegra for cutting corners.
Apart from the management (who probably don't even know what they produce as they only look at a spreadsheet) The workforce as predominantly non-skilled local workers.
Myself and likely many others would be surprised if you did as well. Several other superior brands out there. Some can break the bank some same price as a high end Entegra.
Wow! That is top shelf service from Spartan. As a former Trucker I know a lot of this hardware related , but a vehicle specific course is right up my alley. Can't wait ! Thanks a bunch . Cheers .
I had a freightliner chassis on my previous MH and took the course in Gaffney, SC. 3 days of intense training….wonderful experience. Suggest these courses to anyone owning a large DP MH. Now traveling in a 43 ft Dutch Star and scheduled for their training session next July. Even added the driving instruction for my wife. I tell you these classes are the best place to learn the ‘how to’ of your coach.
It’s no small feat Julia to push past your anxiety and drive. We have a Dodge 1500 that to me is a beast! I prefer my Genesis. Now I’ll bet you will beat Glenn to the drivers seat! Drive safe you two! Ed from Lancaster CA. I’m still a few years away from a coach purchase, but I must thank you greatly for all of the time and effort that has gone into your videos! Sometimes just one or three pieces of material info can steer one towards a better decision.
Hi again ed, if we can help by sharing our experience then it's all worthwhile. And the spin-off if that we get to talk to and occasionally meet some great people.
What a great idea having a course like this. Glad to see Julia got professional driver training. You have a fire extinguisher in case you have a ****, you wear seat belts in case your in an ******* and you have a second driver just in case one driver has an unexpected *******. The names of these events have been withheld as prevent future jinkage.
Another excellent video! "Great Escape" is definitely my favorite RV UA-cam channel. Thanks Glenn & Julia for the time and energy you put in to making these videos. And I'll add this as well...great music choices in your videos! Happy Holidays!
Thanks Daniel for your kind words, We have plenty more on the way. I'll probably get time over Christmas in between eating and drinking to do some more editing.
Great Escape btw...i know you have great taste in music...if on one of your trips to the states you ever get a chance to see 'Tedeschi Trucks Band' live show...do it! Brilliant show!
Another great video, thanks Glenn. We took the Spartan course in July this year. One word? Informative. So many things to learn about these coaches. We are signed up for advanced course next June. So much more to learn. We also had Andy as our technician going over our 2016 Anthem, he is excellent.
Hi David, Yes I was so impressed and the mechanics were great I would also like to do the refresher course at some stage. Maybe at a dealership.
I have to say, this is probably your best video to date. I have always planned on going to the Spartan School once we got a rig. I can say we just ordered a Newmar Ditch Star with the Spartan Chassis and will take delivery in May and go to the school June or July.
I wish we had gone before say a month or two after owning the RV. So you are doing it right as I've been driving for two years incorrectly. The course is very worth while.
It was a great video, much better than the ones they produce. They are not the best at marketing the school. BTW the videos you did about the steering problem opened our eyes to Newmar's Comfort Drive one of the reason's we chose Newmar over Entegra
Hi Gary, Good choice I think if I could turn back the clock I would have chosen Newmar,
Very good video, I would change a few things, pan slowly, spend 5 seconds on each item like you did on the air bag. It makes it easier to stop the video to study the details of each part or system. I like that Julia took the time to learn to drive, she can help out in a pinch if needed, now if I could get my wife to take her direction.....
I love these folks.....I have followed them throughout!!!
Thank you
I sure hope they paid you for your work on this video. I didn't know they offered this hands on education. It certainly adds to their value when I reach the position of purchasing. Great information. ( None of my business if they paid you.) That comment was directed at Spartan. I've admired their chassis for their engineering and clean simplicity. That course allows you to see systems organised and broken down. Then they show you those very systems on your coach..
Sadly no money changed hands, but I had to alter it 3 times before they would allow me to publish it. I always like to ask permission first.
I hope you recorded all the course so next time if you have problem with something you will know what you do and i hope you can share what you learned
For your wife i hope she get ready to help you driving so you will have more time to make new videos
Waiting upcoming
Your friend from Morocco
Hi Firass, I'm pleased to say that Julia drove the days after the course and now seems to have lost her fear. She still doesn't like the Interstates but slowly slowly we'll get there. Thank you for watching
I have to say you both have awesome tastes in music and love it when i watch you videos and listen to the music you pick and sometimes wish I was in your motorhome with when you are driving it as long as the music is going while you are driving during the video , anyways hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year !
Hi Brian, yes the music makes it and it's weird because after I finish editing I just pick a song from my iPhone and pretty much everytime it just works. I must be natural. Have a great Christmas.
I'm scheduled for April, looking forward to it. I have a K3 chassis.
I think you'll have a great week there.
What was the cost of the course? They teach you how to do all your own maintenance?
Glad to see Julia driving. You never know. Accidents or health issues can happen to anybody. Are you pleased with the Spartan chassis now?
That's one of the reason for me wanting to get Julia behind the wheel. The very next day she drove from the campsite to the interstate and then handed over to me. She really doesnlt loke interstates.
I could never get my wife to drive. I always worried about that. Having an instructor teach her was better than the spouse I'm sure.
I have seen many videos on Spartan chassis courses and want to take one. I also am considering taking the course on RV tech training that is offered throughout various locations. I laughed when Julia did the U-Turn. I will drive out of my way to avoid them. They are not legal several states and greatly limited in others.
"John"looks like your brother.Lol great vid.I think it is awesome that they let everybody check out their own coach,that's amazing!Happy holidays to you and Julia.
Hi Darian, Whos's John? Yes the walk around was really worthwhile and they didn't rush you at all, so you could poke around as long as you like.
He was at the 12:51 mark,thought you called him "John"
Ahh you mean DON, Don is a great bloke (even though he's from Canada) I have met Don & Gerri his wife several times and it was great when they turned up at the Spartan course.
Don, you mean Don
Which manufacturer uses disc brakes front and rear?
Julia!!! Great job.
I have 1998 American Eagle on chassis Spartan my diesel line have hole got leaking close to engine how I fix that
Liked the hands on here to let you know more things you might have missed not know was there. Like the song. Yes I was born in Chicago and yes were lots of gangs there. Played in a band for 18 Yrs on drums over 30 Yrs. Women OMG they were always around me. Yes loved that part. Make love not war. Flower power oh God yes. Yes on lots of trips but in bed lol. Free love. Man the 60's in a band my God you can't beat that. Paid to play music I want them days back too lol.
Well, I'm still (by a thread) hanging into to those days. I still play activly in a band in France all summer
Interested to know the cost of the course.
I think it's around $1,500 per person
Hi need fix my hose on my 1998 Soartan chassis my delivery hose diesel to engine can help me
I want to do this
What would be a yearly cost to maintain such a beast?
Hi Anthony, Sorry for the late reply. This is a question I am unable to answer as there are too many variables, such as:
Home or paid storage
Insurance cover and your discounts
Own servicing or garage servicing
Annual milage
Warranty or out of warranty
Brand of coach
etc etc
Is the Freightliner Chassis better overall than this Spartan unit? Which one is better engineered?? Why only Cummins six cylinder units on high end RV’s??
Would love to see a proper v8 high output diesel attached to a quality chassis for a RV
Merry Christmas to Y'all and Yours..
To you too, thank you
Great video, merry Xmas and a happy new year to you and your family.. all the best
Ahh that's nice. Season greetings to you and yours as well.
how is your steering doing by now? would you take a Spartan over a freightliner if you had the option?
Hi Duane, Well obviously I was pretty pissed off that it took so long to repair my steering but there are two things that do stand out of all this. Spartan was relentless in trying to solve my problems and did also spend a lot of money sending engineers all over the place to try and resolve this issue. After seeing the setup at Spartan you realize that you are dealing with a proper professional company and not some pretend industry run by farmers. So I would probably choose Spartan again. Interesting that Entegra decides to choose different components for their chassis's probably in the attempt to save money. whereas Newmar (also on a Spartan chassis) do not seem to have any of these issues. So I would point the finger at Entegra for cutting corners.
Apart from the management (who probably don't even know what they produce as they only look at a spreadsheet) The workforce as predominantly non-skilled local workers.
Glenn Would you ever buy another Entegra?
I said this to my wife last night and she said that I would be mad to buy another. I do tend to agree even though they do look nice.
Myself and likely many others would be surprised if you did as well. Several other superior brands out there. Some can break the bank some same price as a high end Entegra.
looks like a loose balance weight on the drive shaft
Great training. Great video. Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas!
Yes, even I was impressed with the training. Maybe we were lucky as we had a great crowd as well.
As an FYI, I used to live in that area and locals pronounce it "Shar - Lot" not "shar let". Not that it matters really. Just an FYI.
Ok, I suppose I'm just a tourist, We liked it there, nice little pubs in the town and very very friendly
Enjoyed your video!!
Thanks Pam
Man Oh Man all those great refreshing beverages abundant LOL
Enough to have lasted a life time for me oh yeah.
Now you have to buy the shares Glenn and make some money to buy the next one or a Concorde; SPAR on the nasdaq
I wish I had enough money to buy shares, I just about have enough to buy my beer !!! but I do drink a lot of beer
I have a rv on a spartan Chassis. Who the mfg