Thank you for making these videos about your Thor Sanctuary 19P. That is the RV I am interested in purchasing when I retire and your videos are so helpful and informative. Please keep them coming 😊
Hello Michael, I am so glad you enjoyed the video. I agree with you. Many times I see wasted space because of the way certain items were placed. Thank you so much for watching!
And I love the modifications you have made. Very smart and practical. Can’t wait to see what you do next, especially with the Lagun Table in the rear living space. Very cool.
I am working on getting some parts now and got somewhat diverted with a water leak but should have the next modification video soon. Thanks for Watching!
I have just seen you for the first time. I really enjoyed your Presentation !! So educational about RV's, but best of all, so enjoyable. It has always been a dream of mine , traveling somewhere in a motorhome. But age and health has caught up with me, as it does with everyone. But I can live my dream through folks like you. Thank you so much. You are GREATLY APPRECIATED! GOD BLESS
Hello Sandra, Thank you so much for the warm compliments. Like you, I really want to travel more and see this great country but it is hard to do with work, kids, etc. With the pandemic, I can now work remotely, so I am trying to take advantage of this and do even more traveling. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for Watching!
Thanks for the compliment. My goal is to make this RV fit my needs better. I still have a few more things to do before I take it out on my first camping adventure. Thanks for Watching!
Ruby, I have a lot of respect for you and what you've done to this RV. I saw the video showing your pre-delivery inspection and had it been me, I would have walked away. I guess, never get rid of a Benz because of a few dents! I'm still torn between the Sanctuary and the Airstream Interstate 19. I'm leaning more towards the Thor based on price point and as you've shown, it has potential. Thanks for your videos! They do make a difference!
Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. I am so glad you are finding my videos useful. I wish you all the best in your RV purchase and many enjoyable future travels. Thank you so much for watching!
Hello Chip, sounds like a good deal but are you getting a generator or the reliable lithium system. I prefer the generator myself. Thanks for watching and supporting my channel.
Thanks so much for the video! Could you please provide a link for the tray over the cooktop burner along with what hinges you used? Also how you made the flip up kitchen table along with hinge support? They are both great mods I would like ( and I’m sure others) to do. Thanks again!
Thank you for the links! Very helpful! Again, great video! My wife and I are out in our van traveling through Northern California and down through Nevada, Arizona and back to Southern California. Been gone for two weeks and it’s been a learning curve especially boondocking to figure how all the power, solar and other things work out. Actually, it’s all been good but there’s some things we want to change out (like adding lithium batteries instead of the AGM batteries if possible ). But all is working well so far. A few standouts are the fridge and Truma heating/ hot water systems. Been in the 30s at night and the Truma is exceptional.
@@Andy-ec9yn Sounds like you are having a great time learning the new RV! Make sure you get some professional advice when changing out the batteries as you may want to change out the inverter and change some of the settings within the solar charging system. I agree that the Truma systems always seem to be the standouts as I had the same system in my last RV and it worked flawlessly. Thanks for Watching!
Hello. Thank you for the tour. Beautiful van. We had the same rear screen door and it rolled up easily after we unzipped the sides. The magnets didn’t interfere with rolling it up.
Thank you so much, I really think they will help make the van more usable. I have already started a couple more that I will be posting soon. Thanks for Watching!
Like your choice and modifications. I am in the process of making decision to purchase one.its hard to want a bigger fridge in such small van. This fridge seem to have more room. Definitely want light color interiors.Thank you.
I do like the size of the refrigerator. I will be releasing a video in a few days that ranks the top 10 Mercedes 144 adventure RVs basedoff of my criteria. During my research I found that 3 cubic feet seems to be about the largest refrigerator you can get in an adventure B-class RV. I think you will find that video very interesting. Thanks for watching!
Hi , could you please share with me the info of where you got the table top leg\ bracket you mounted behind the drivers seat to attach your table, Also looking for the information of the equipment for setting up the monitor screen , what links you used to find those products . Thanks :)
Hello Susan I included the amazon links to the parts used in the actual video's description. Please reference ua-cam.com/video/Jg-uQSkvTDU/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/otQA4SaKYmQ/v-deo.html. Thanks for watching
Very cool RV and an excellent review, as usual -- thanks! I know that you can't review every possible van out there but I would REALLY appreciate it if you were able to do one of your stellar reviews of the Jayco Swift 20A, which is a particularly interesting floorplan. Thanks in advance!
Unfortunately the RV market is currently such that there are limited supplies of just about every B-Class. So I am limited to whatever B-Class RVs are available at the dealerships. When one becomes available I will gladly do the review for you. Thanks for Watching!
Mrs Ryler I love your channel it’s very informative . I’m trying to choose between the TIFFIN CAHABA or this Sanctuary, the Sanctuary looks a like better deal all around. Could you please give some insight? Thanks 🙏 a bunch!
Hello Paublo, I scored the Cahaba higher overall than the Sanctuary in my top 10 B-Class RV review. The quality and workmanship is much better in the Cahaba as well. That said, I purchased the Thor Sanctuary because it seemed that the value was there. Here is the link to the video: ua-cam.com/video/Kv0fL9khkBQ/v-deo.html Thanks for Watching!
Thank you so much for this help for video. I noticed that you parked in your driveway. Does your subdivision have a problem with parking R vs in your driveway?
Your videos are very informative and I have been watching everything I can on class B rigs. I have seen a few videos from other people, questioning the quality control of the Thor Sanctuary/Tranquility - specifically the mounting of the cabinets and water leaks. What is your experience? Are these problems common or is it a YMMV? I have shied away from the Thor product as a result of the possible problems. I wold appreciate your insider view. Thanks for the good work you do and love your mods!
I have owned two B-class RVs in the past 12 months and have had a few minor quality issues but nothing that I was not able to take care of myself. I have not had any major quality issues such as the cabinet falling and I have only heard of one case of that happening. I have however had two water issues. One was a simple connection that needed to be tightened while the other was a small hole in the tank that was easily repaired with some flex seal. My advice is to complete a very thorough PDI on any RV, demand any findings to be fixed before signing any papers, walk away on any RV that has larger issues and that should ensure that you get a good RV. Thanks for Watching!
Thank you for the helpful video, Ms. Ryker. How do you feel about the cassette toilet? Is the capacity limiting? Will it provide more options for emptying, such as in a home bathroom? Could you please provide the width of the bed? I would like to know if I also could sleep sideways. Does the bed have sufficient memory foam to be comfortable on its own, or do you require a topper? Have you had any quality issues with the van yet? Thank you.
I have had no issues with the cassette toilet so far, but I have not used it very much yet. The benefit with the cassette toilet is that you have many options for emptying. The width of the bed is 68" and I can sleep sideways as I am 5'4". The bed could benefit from extra cushioning, however I do not have one right now. As for quality issues, yes I have had a few but nothing that would make me regret my purchase. Thanks for Watching!
Thanks for the video. I like your creativity when making theses mods. Can you please provide the Amazon link used to purchase the “tray” covering the propane burners? Would adding these modifications affect the Warranty?
I have added the Amazon links to the description. I would not be able to tell you how these mods may affect the warranty. I would not think so, but you never know. Thanks for Watching!
Would you mind providing the details of the tire rack mounted on the back door? Looking for details such as to where to buy, cost and if it can be installed by a DIYer or a professional. Thanks
The tire carrier was purchased from Owl Vans: (owlvans.com/collections/vs30/products/owl-tire-carrier-for-sprinter-van-2020-revel-2019-sprinter-vs30). They have UA-cam instruction videos on the installation and it was fairly easy for me to do. I was nervous about drilling a hole into the door, but they have really done a very good job with the instructions. The one I purchased was the steel one and cost around $700 however I am not sure they sell that one anymore. They do sell the same thing but made from aluminum and costs around $1200. There are expensive, but well worth the money IMO. Let me know if you have any other questions and Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Thanks Ruby. Much appreciated. BTW: Are you aware of a potential issue with the cabinets falling down? Here is a link to the UA-cam video explaining the issue. Since you are the expert when it comes to these vans you may already be aware but if not, take a look. ua-cam.com/video/pwXgHLotgTs/v-deo.html
My opinion is that I would not spend the money on the lithium package as here in FL I need to run the AC and the lithium option would only last 2-3 hours before needing to be recharged. Most Lithium packages have some type of alternator / generator connected to the engine to charge the lithium batteries. Which means you need to run the engine to charge the batteries. Why not just have a generator to start with? A generator seems more effective to me and you get to save money. Also, the non-lithium has a 200 watt solar panel capable of running the refrigerator and keeping the AGM batteries topped off. Thanks for Watching!
Hello Amy, I used the round 24" pine table top found at Lowes for the table top and cut it to 16" wide and left the 24" rounded sides. Thanks for Watching!
I do not have a checklist but most dealerships will give you a checklist during the PDI. It is important that you check everything on that list and not just let the sales person blow through the list. Also, I like to pretend as if I am using the RV and I turn on and try everything even if it takes hours. Check out my video's that I have done on PDI inspections. Thanks for Watching!
Love your videos! Just bought the sanctuary 19p with the lithium ion set up and so far we don't like it. How much trouble and expense to change over to Propane generator?
Congrats on the purchase, and I am sorry to hear that you are unhappy with it. I have heard from others that have had issues with the Lithium system and you may want to join the Thor forum to discuss your issues with others as they may be able to help. The Lithium options does have an under the hood alternator that acts like a generator to charge the lithium batteries but I am not sure what would be needed to make the conversion back to a generator. Thanks for watching!
Great video and camper van. If you dont mind me asking, which RV dealership did you buy your RV from and is it 122k as listed on your video. Thank you.
This particular RV I purchased from General RV in Tampa and was able to get a few thousand off of the $122k. The 19P seems to be the preferred layout and I have heard of other people getting a little more off of the 19L. Last year I purchased a Tellaro from La Mesa RV in Orlando and had a much better customer experience. Thanks for Watching!
Hello Tommy, I do enjoy my Sanctuary. I have a Google Chrome cast connected to my TV streaming channels through the wingard and it works great. I also have T-mobile unlimited data chip in the winegard ($50/month). Thanks for watching!.
I'd remove the microwave and find a bigger fridge!, Id remove the class splatter guard and replace is with either a sheet of aluminum or stainless steel.. you could velcro it in place for easy cleaning!.. I'd remove the cabinet doors and put webbing in place...I do like the layout of the 19P over the 19L
The Thor does not come with a lagun table, I installed the frame and built the table top myself. The sanctuary comes with just the basic pedestal table which I eliminated from the RV. The lagun table top I built is 24" X 16.5". Thanks for Watching!
this is a late comment, but I hope u see it. Thanks to you, we pulled the trigger and bought the 19pt. So excited. We want to add the kitchen counter extension. Where did u get the countertop material? Thanks!
@@Adventure-Mom Thanks! Just one more question- We were going to buy the knock off Lagun table that u bought from Amazon. U stated that you wished you would have purchased the Lagun table instead. Can you tell me why? Thanks!
Hi hope you don't mind me asking, how tall are you? I just wanted to get some perspective for the bed measurements. I'm 5'6 and I was wondering if I could fit sleeping widthwise like you did. Thanks 🙂
Hello Kari, I installed the Laguna table base to the wall behind the drivers seat. I was able to put the base plate just in front of the water tank and bolt it down within the water tank compartment. Let me know if you need more info and Thanks for Watching!
I used the 10" bracket amazon link in the description and here amzn.to/3DMY3hL and I used the 24" round table top wood that you can buy at any Home Depot or Lowes. I cut it to fit my needs at 16" and then added the lacquer coating with blue green color (Home Depot). Thanks for Watching!
Thank you, I appreciate that. Please feel free to reach out anytime if others have questions. I am planning to show my van office set-up modifications soon. Thanks for Watching!
Great job on the countertop modifications and Lagoon table! I’m a little shocked the Sprinter didn’t com with the cook top Thor uses in the ProMaster builds.
I agree, Thor should have given this RV the covered Dometic cooktop. I did like that cooktop in the Tellaro but it does have an issue as it does not work at higher altitudes (something to do with the pressure regulator). Thanks for the compliments and Thanks for Watching!
The bathroom is about 24" wide by 32" long but you do get a couple more inches on the width with the doors in the extended position. Thanks for Watching!
Great tour. I just wish they had a lock for the city water fill and Thor needs to fix that stove top to make it flush. I also wish they offered it with Lithium and no propane.
The city water fill requires a hose and water pressure so I am not sure a lock would be needed and I agree that the stove top should be flush with the counter. Thanks for watching!
If you take the magnetic strip for the side door screen and position it up by the Velcro straps then roll up the netting from below you should not have to modify anything to roll up the bug screen.
Maybe your screen door is different, but there was no way for me to roll-up the screen as the magnetic strip was too stiff too roll-up and unable to be disconnected from the screen. Thanks for Watching!
Mine is 15" wide by 16.5" long. However I moved the entry way handle and removed the two hooks to make it fit without interference. I also used a clear resin gloss over the grey paint to add some additional shine and protection. Thanks for Watching!
Thanks for all videos you produced on the Sanctuary. They provided a lot of needed information on the van. Please share the real world MPG number once you have it. There is no info I can find on MPG of the Sanctuary.
I sincerely appreciate the compliment. I have only put 700 miles on it but I have seen 15-16 MPG highway at 75 MPH and 18-19 MPG at 65 MPH. This in on FL highways which have no hills. Thanks for Watching!
Thank you for your videos I've watched a lot of videos on the Sanctuary but I can't find out if the AC will Run off the Battery? or does the Generator have to be on? Thanks. (Can't wait to see what other mods you do, I love the Lagun table idea)
The Lithium option does allow the AC to be run off the battery through an inverter however the batteries only last a few hours before needing to be recharged. I have the AMG batteries with a propane generator. I can only run the AC when plugged into shore power or I have the generator on. These new generators are very quiet and can run for a very long time on the propane tank. Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Now that we live in a world of Karen's I worry about a generator. I can't believe the outlets don't work for 110 on 1kw inverter. If not what's the inverter for? If I'm not clear do the 110 outlets work at all if the generator is not working. And if they don't work if the generator is not working and it's not plugged into shore what's the inverter do?
It really depends on the dealership and what they have in stock at the time. The P is sometimes more expensive as the layout seems to be preferred a bit over the L. My opinion is that the P has a better bedroom layout as I am not a fan of the platform bed and I like the bathroom layout better in the P as well but it really depends on your preferences. Also, price depends on if you are buying the Lithium power option or the generator. Here I prefer the generator as I live in FL and the lithium batteries drain quickly with the AC on. Thanks for watching!
Nice mods. This thing costs what my house did, but it's not bad. Nice presentation, but I did end up watching on 2x because while the presentation is nice and professional, it is a tad slow.
Hello JM, I appreciate the feedback. I have made many modifications as you can see from my other videos and some are more complicated than others. Thanks for watching!
I have no affiliation with any RV dealership however I am able to contact some top executives within a couple of the national dealerships that may be able to help. If you let me know your city/state, I can possibly get you a contact at one of those dealerships that could work with you. Thanks for Watching!
Careful with that microwave so high. When you have hot liquid and have the microwave mounted so high, it is easy to remove the vessel that holds the liquid (like a soup or something) and as you remove it, your arms naturally fold and so it is easy to dump the hot liquid on you. This is why you never see a microwave mounted so high in a kitchen.
Hello Erica, I agree the microwave is high and could result in a burn if people are not careful. I have not had any issues, but I could see your point. Thanks for Watching!
LOL, There are many new Mercedes platforms that have a very similar layout. I actually like this better than the Revel as I do not need the garage space and the Sanctuary bathroom is a little bigger. Thanks for watching!
Hello Travis, I have toured and posted videos of a few Class C RVs. I enjoy the roomy feel that many of those type of RVs tend to have and definitely plan to tour some more C Class Rvs soon. Thanks for watching!
Hello Servant, Unfortunately, The traffic situation around my area got so bad that I felt I was putting myself at risk every time I left the house on the Ryker. After a couple of near misses, I ended up selling it. Thanks for Watching!
This seems cheaply made (stapled drawers, no cabinet latches, etc) and it has some obsolete features. Who wants a gas generator and propane fridge anymore? All electric is the way to go.
Hello, I agree that the future of RVing will use electricity generated from lithium batteries however the technology is not quite there yet to provide sustainable power for long periods of time. Thanks for watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Most custom van builders have been using lithium batteries and 3000+ watt inverter electrical systems for many years. The technology has been ready. The issue is cost. That's why most of the larger OEM manufacturers don't use it. This is the reason I would only buy a van from a custom builder at this point. Also, it's no secret that the build quality in the mainstream RV industry is subpar to say the least. I'd rather pay a little bit more for a well designed, well built, fully customized van that will last for decades.
Its a shame that you pay that much for this RV which lacks both quality and the engineering to provide what buyer wishes..... When you have to go out and spend more money on modifications that should have come from the factory it just sours the milk and clearly shows the poor thought process in their design.
Unfortunately, The RV world seems to have different quality standards than what we typically expect in other items we purchase. Combine that with the 6 months it takes for the dealership to fix problems and you end up just doing things yourself. Thanks for Watching!
Thank you for making these videos about your Thor Sanctuary 19P. That is the RV I am interested in purchasing when I retire and your videos are so helpful and informative. Please keep them coming 😊
Thank you so much for the compliment and Thanks for Watching!
Nice presentation and mods. I'm a mechanical design engineer by trade so the layouts and features of some of these RV's just make my eyes roll.
Hello Michael, I am so glad you enjoyed the video. I agree with you. Many times I see wasted space because of the way certain items were placed. Thank you so much for watching!
And I love the modifications you have made. Very smart and practical. Can’t wait to see what you do next, especially with the Lagun Table in the rear living space. Very cool.
I am working on getting some parts now and got somewhat diverted with a water leak but should have the next modification video soon. Thanks for Watching!
Congrats on your purchase! Clever mods. This rig is my favorite among all the 4x4 class B vans on the market.
Thank You, I am hoping to release another video with even more modifications soon. Thanks for watching!
I have just seen you for the first time. I really enjoyed your Presentation !! So educational about RV's, but best of all, so enjoyable. It has always been a dream of mine , traveling somewhere in a motorhome. But age and health has caught up with me, as it does with everyone. But I can live my dream through folks like you. Thank you so much. You are GREATLY APPRECIATED! GOD BLESS
Hello Sandra, Thank you so much for the warm compliments. Like you, I really want to travel more and see this great country but it is hard to do with work, kids, etc. With the pandemic, I can now work remotely, so I am trying to take advantage of this and do even more traveling. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for Watching!
You did some amazing modifications. They might seem like small things but they have amazing results.
Thanks for the compliment. My goal is to make this RV fit my needs better. I still have a few more things to do before I take it out on my first camping adventure. Thanks for Watching!
Your presentation was great and your fine! Your ideas for improvements will make it much better. Enjoy.
Thanks for the compliments and Thanks for Watching!
i started watching your videos especially if it’s all about the sanctuary van
Hello Norma, I am glad you find the videos useful and Thanks for Watching!
Ruby, I have a lot of respect for you and what you've done to this RV. I saw the video showing your pre-delivery inspection and had it been me, I would have walked away. I guess, never get rid of a Benz because of a few dents! I'm still torn between the Sanctuary and the Airstream Interstate 19. I'm leaning more towards the Thor based on price point and as you've shown, it has potential. Thanks for your videos! They do make a difference!
Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. I am so glad you are finding my videos useful. I wish you all the best in your RV purchase and many enjoyable future travels. Thank you so much for watching!
2022 grate modifications you didn’t mention your own as one of the many good modifications grate way to extend the counter tops…. Bravo 🙌
Thank you I am glad you liked them. Thanks for Watching!
1:11 Owl Vans spare tire mount
8:20 Lagun style table
10:30 Kitchen counter extension
11:15 Cook-top stove cover
Love the upgrade, thanks for sharing.
Thanks for Watching!
You do an exceptional job of showing RVs. I enjoy watching your presentations.
Thanks for the compliment and thanks for Watching!
I am getting ready to buy this exact unit,a 2023 model,brand new for $114,000.00,can’t wait to finalize the deal.
Hello Chip, sounds like a good deal but are you getting a generator or the reliable lithium system. I prefer the generator myself. Thanks for watching and supporting my channel.
Excellent and informative series of videos. Very clever and practical solutions!
Hello Gary, thank for the compliment. I'm glad you found the videos useful! Thank you so much for watching my videos!
Ruby, you look lovely and so good to see how proud you are of uour R/V and your mods. You really are an amazing lady 🌹🥰
Hello Max, thank you for the compliments. You really brighten up my day!😊 Thank you for watching!
Great mods, nice job. Cheers!!!
Thank you & Thanks for Watching!
Thanks so much for the video! Could you please provide a link for the tray over the cooktop burner along with what hinges you used?
Also how you made the flip up kitchen table along with hinge support?
They are both great mods I would like ( and I’m sure others) to do.
Thanks again!
I added the links in the description and Thanks for Watching!
Thank you for the links! Very helpful! Again, great video! My wife and I are out in our van traveling through Northern California and down through Nevada, Arizona and back to Southern California. Been gone for two weeks and it’s been a learning curve especially boondocking to figure how all the power, solar and other things work out. Actually, it’s all been good but there’s some things we want to change out (like adding lithium batteries instead of the AGM batteries if possible ). But all is working well so far. A few standouts are the fridge and Truma heating/ hot water systems. Been in the 30s at night and the Truma is exceptional.
@@Andy-ec9yn Sounds like you are having a great time learning the new RV! Make sure you get some professional advice when changing out the batteries as you may want to change out the inverter and change some of the settings within the solar charging system. I agree that the Truma systems always seem to be the standouts as I had the same system in my last RV and it worked flawlessly. Thanks for Watching!
Awesome vehicle! Loved the tour!!
Glad you enjoyed it and Thanks for watching!
Hello. Thank you for the tour. Beautiful van. We had the same rear screen door and it rolled up easily after we unzipped the sides. The magnets didn’t interfere with rolling it up.
It sounds like Thor is making improvements as they go. Keep me informed of you adventures. Thanks for Watching!
Awesome job.
Hello Rick, Thanks for the compliment and Thanks for Watching!
The van is simply amazing 👏 😍 🙌. Love the modifications.
Thank you so much, I really think they will help make the van more usable. I have already started a couple more that I will be posting soon. Thanks for Watching!
Great video and good job on the custom mods!
Thank you and Thanks for Watching!
Hi like your videos. Where did you get the bracket for the countertop extension
Ryker mom, congrats! Great looking rig and great modifications... Enjoy it.
Thank you and Thanks for watching!
Like your choice and modifications. I am in the process of making decision to purchase one.its hard to want a bigger fridge in such small van. This fridge seem to have more room. Definitely want light color interiors.Thank you.
I do like the size of the refrigerator. I will be releasing a video in a few days that ranks the top 10 Mercedes 144 adventure RVs basedoff of my criteria. During my research I found that 3 cubic feet seems to be about the largest refrigerator you can get in an adventure B-class RV. I think you will find that video very interesting. Thanks for watching!
Hi , could you please share with me the info of where you got the table top leg\ bracket you mounted behind the drivers seat to attach your table,
Also looking for the information of the equipment for setting up the monitor screen , what links you used to find those products . Thanks :)
Hello Susan I included the amazon links to the parts used in the actual video's description. Please reference ua-cam.com/video/Jg-uQSkvTDU/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/otQA4SaKYmQ/v-deo.html. Thanks for watching
Very informative video ! Thank you!
Thanks for Watching!
Very cool RV and an excellent review, as usual -- thanks! I know that you can't review every possible van out there but I would REALLY appreciate it if you were able to do one of your stellar reviews of the Jayco Swift 20A, which is a particularly interesting floorplan. Thanks in advance!
Unfortunately the RV market is currently such that there are limited supplies of just about every B-Class. So I am limited to whatever B-Class RVs are available at the dealerships. When one becomes available I will gladly do the review for you. Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Looking forward to it -- happy hunting! :-)
How do you remove the drawers in order to install the brackets and move the helper handle
What some smart ideas. Great job.
Thanks for the compliment and Thanks for Watching!
Mrs Ryler I love your channel it’s very informative . I’m trying to choose between the TIFFIN CAHABA or this Sanctuary, the Sanctuary looks a like better deal all around. Could you please give some insight? Thanks 🙏 a bunch!
Hello Paublo, I scored the Cahaba higher overall than the Sanctuary in my top 10 B-Class RV review. The quality and workmanship is much better in the Cahaba as well. That said, I purchased the Thor Sanctuary because it seemed that the value was there. Here is the link to the video: ua-cam.com/video/Kv0fL9khkBQ/v-deo.html
Thanks for Watching!
Thank you so much for this help for video. I noticed that you parked in your driveway. Does your subdivision have a problem with parking R vs in your driveway?
The city does not normally allow RV's to be parked at your home however it does allow vans. Thanks for Watching!
Your videos are very informative and I have been watching everything I can on class B rigs. I have seen a few videos from other people, questioning the quality control of the Thor Sanctuary/Tranquility - specifically the mounting of the cabinets and water leaks. What is your experience? Are these problems common or is it a YMMV? I have shied away from the Thor product as a result of the possible problems. I wold appreciate your insider view. Thanks for the good work you do and love your mods!
I have owned two B-class RVs in the past 12 months and have had a few minor quality issues but nothing that I was not able to take care of myself. I have not had any major quality issues such as the cabinet falling and I have only heard of one case of that happening. I have however had two water issues. One was a simple connection that needed to be tightened while the other was a small hole in the tank that was easily repaired with some flex seal. My advice is to complete a very thorough PDI on any RV, demand any findings to be fixed before signing any papers, walk away on any RV that has larger issues and that should ensure that you get a good RV. Thanks for Watching!
My dream van.
Thank you for the helpful video, Ms. Ryker. How do you feel about the cassette toilet? Is the capacity limiting? Will it provide more options for emptying, such as in a home bathroom? Could you please provide the width of the bed? I would like to know if I also could sleep sideways. Does the bed have sufficient memory foam to be comfortable on its own, or do you require a topper? Have you had any quality issues with the van yet? Thank you.
I have had no issues with the cassette toilet so far, but I have not used it very much yet. The benefit with the cassette toilet is that you have many options for emptying. The width of the bed is 68" and I can sleep sideways as I am 5'4". The bed could benefit from extra cushioning, however I do not have one right now. As for quality issues, yes I have had a few but nothing that would make me regret my purchase. Thanks for Watching!
Thanks for the video. I like your creativity when making theses mods.
Can you please provide the Amazon link used to purchase the “tray” covering the propane burners?
Would adding these modifications affect the Warranty?
I have added the Amazon links to the description. I would not be able to tell you how these mods may affect the warranty. I would not think so, but you never know. Thanks for Watching!
did you got the hook from Amazon too, the hook for the stove top cover
No, I picked that up at the local major hardware stores. Thanks for Watching!
Would you mind providing the details of the tire rack mounted on the back door? Looking for details such as to where to buy, cost and if it can be installed by a DIYer or a professional. Thanks
The tire carrier was purchased from Owl Vans: (owlvans.com/collections/vs30/products/owl-tire-carrier-for-sprinter-van-2020-revel-2019-sprinter-vs30). They have UA-cam instruction videos on the installation and it was fairly easy for me to do. I was nervous about drilling a hole into the door, but they have really done a very good job with the instructions. The one I purchased was the steel one and cost around $700 however I am not sure they sell that one anymore. They do sell the same thing but made from aluminum and costs around $1200. There are expensive, but well worth the money IMO. Let me know if you have any other questions and Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Thanks Ruby. Much appreciated. BTW: Are you aware of a potential issue with the cabinets falling down? Here is a link to the UA-cam video explaining the issue. Since you are the expert when it comes to these vans you may already be aware but if not, take a look. ua-cam.com/video/pwXgHLotgTs/v-deo.html
Thanks for the info!
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I am thinking if I should spending more money on lithium batteries or having a generator which is a more cost-effective? Can you give me some advise?
My opinion is that I would not spend the money on the lithium package as here in FL I need to run the AC and the lithium option would only last 2-3 hours before needing to be recharged. Most Lithium packages have some type of alternator / generator connected to the engine to charge the lithium batteries. Which means you need to run the engine to charge the batteries. Why not just have a generator to start with? A generator seems more effective to me and you get to save money. Also, the non-lithium has a 200 watt solar panel capable of running the refrigerator and keeping the AGM batteries topped off. Thanks for Watching!
Love the Lagun style table mounted behind the drivers seat. What are the dimensions of the tabletop and what materials did you use for the tabletop?
Hello Amy, I used the round 24" pine table top found at Lowes for the table top and cut it to 16" wide and left the 24" rounded sides. Thanks for Watching!
I like it🌳🌳🌳
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Do you have an inspection checklist that you used when picking up your Thor? We need one for Thor sanctuary.
I do not have a checklist but most dealerships will give you a checklist during the PDI. It is important that you check everything on that list and not just let the sales person blow through the list. Also, I like to pretend as if I am using the RV and I turn on and try everything even if it takes hours. Check out my video's that I have done on PDI inspections. Thanks for Watching!
Thank you for sharing. What is the ground clearance of this van?
It looks like the lowest point under the van is the rear end gear differential and that is 8.5 inches above the ground. Thanks for Watching!
Love your videos! Just bought the sanctuary 19p with the lithium ion set up and so far we don't like it. How much trouble and expense to change over to Propane generator?
Congrats on the purchase, and I am sorry to hear that you are unhappy with it. I have heard from others that have had issues with the Lithium system and you may want to join the Thor forum to discuss your issues with others as they may be able to help. The Lithium options does have an under the hood alternator that acts like a generator to charge the lithium batteries but I am not sure what would be needed to make the conversion back to a generator. Thanks for watching!
It's sweet.
Thank you, I'll be putting out another video with even more modifications in the near future. Thanks for Watching!
Great video and camper van. If you dont mind me asking, which RV dealership did you buy your RV from and is it 122k as listed on your video. Thank you.
This particular RV I purchased from General RV in Tampa and was able to get a few thousand off of the $122k. The 19P seems to be the preferred layout and I have heard of other people getting a little more off of the 19L. Last year I purchased a Tellaro from La Mesa RV in Orlando and had a much better customer experience. Thanks for Watching!
Hey Ruby... You have talked me into buying one!! Is the TV a smart TV? As I noticed you added somthing
Hello Tommy, I do enjoy my Sanctuary. I have a Google Chrome cast connected to my TV streaming channels through the wingard and it works great. I also have T-mobile unlimited data chip in the winegard ($50/month). Thanks for watching!.
I'd remove the microwave and find a bigger fridge!, Id remove the class splatter guard and replace is with either a sheet of aluminum or stainless steel.. you could velcro it in place for easy cleaning!.. I'd remove the cabinet doors and put webbing in place...I do like the layout of the 19P over the 19L
Hello Shawn, All great ideas and the great thing about the B-class RV is that you can customize it to fit your needs. Thanks for watching!
What are the measurements of the lagun table top in the Thor tranquility/sanctuary?
The Thor does not come with a lagun table, I installed the frame and built the table top myself. The sanctuary comes with just the basic pedestal table which I eliminated from the RV. The lagun table top I built is 24" X 16.5". Thanks for Watching!
this is a late comment, but I hope u see it. Thanks to you, we pulled the trigger and bought the 19pt. So excited. We want to add the kitchen counter extension. Where did u get the countertop material? Thanks!
Congrats on the purchase! I purchased the 24" round natural pine table top at Lowes and cut it to size. Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Thanks! Just one more question- We were going to buy the knock off Lagun table that u bought from Amazon. U stated that you wished you would have purchased the Lagun table instead. Can you tell me why? Thanks!
Hi hope you don't mind me asking, how tall are you? I just wanted to get some perspective for the bed measurements. I'm 5'6 and I was wondering if I could fit sleeping widthwise like you did. Thanks 🙂
I am 5'4" so I usually can sleep in either direction with a few inches to spare. Thanks for watching!
How did you install the Laguna table? Thanks to your video I'm making the same mod!
Hello Kari, I installed the Laguna table base to the wall behind the drivers seat. I was able to put the base plate just in front of the water tank and bolt it down within the water tank compartment. Let me know if you need more info and Thanks for Watching!
For the counter extension can you tell me what size brackets and board you installed?
I used the 10" bracket amazon link in the description and here amzn.to/3DMY3hL and I used the 24" round table top wood that you can buy at any Home Depot or Lowes. I cut it to fit my needs at 16" and then added the lacquer coating with blue green color (Home Depot). Thanks for Watching!
Thanks again for sharing. I posted your response to the Tranquility Facebook page.
Thank you, I appreciate that. Please feel free to reach out anytime if others have questions. I am planning to show my van office set-up modifications soon. Thanks for Watching!
Only 24 gallons of fuel? Do you get amazing millage, or do you stop at every single gas station?
Hello Erica, I get between 15 -18MPG depending on speed and terrain. I usually get around 350 miles per tank. Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Thank you! that is great millage! :)
Do you work for an RV dealer? You are really good at giving the Demo’s of the different RV’s.
No, I do not have any affiliation with any dealership. Thanks for the compliment and Thanks for Watching!
Great job on the countertop modifications and Lagoon table! I’m a little shocked the Sprinter didn’t com with the cook top Thor uses in the ProMaster builds.
I agree, Thor should have given this RV the covered Dometic cooktop. I did like that cooktop in the Tellaro but it does have an issue as it does not work at higher altitudes (something to do with the pressure regulator). Thanks for the compliments and Thanks for Watching!
What's the size of bathroom in thor sanctuary or tranquility? I hear it's very tiny.
The bathroom is about 24" wide by 32" long but you do get a couple more inches on the width with the doors in the extended position. Thanks for Watching!
Great tour. I just wish they had a lock for the city water fill and Thor needs to fix that stove top to make it flush. I also wish they offered it with Lithium and no propane.
The city water fill requires a hose and water pressure so I am not sure a lock would be needed and I agree that the stove top should be flush with the counter. Thanks for watching!
If you take the magnetic strip for the side door screen and position it up by the Velcro straps then roll up the netting from below you should not have to modify anything to roll up the bug screen.
Maybe your screen door is different, but there was no way for me to roll-up the screen as the magnetic strip was too stiff too roll-up and unable to be disconnected from the screen. Thanks for Watching!
Great mods. What are the dimensions of the countertop extension? It looks great.
Mine is 15" wide by 16.5" long. However I moved the entry way handle and removed the two hooks to make it fit without interference. I also used a clear resin gloss over the grey paint to add some additional shine and protection. Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Thank you.
Love your modifications! How much is this car?
Hello Win, The price depends on your ability to negotiate but they range between $120-135K. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for all videos you produced on the Sanctuary. They provided a lot of needed information on the van. Please share the real world MPG number once you have it. There is no info I can find on MPG of the Sanctuary.
I sincerely appreciate the compliment. I have only put 700 miles on it but I have seen 15-16 MPG highway at 75 MPH and 18-19 MPG at 65 MPH. This in on FL highways which have no hills. Thanks for Watching!
Thank you for your videos I've watched a lot of videos on the Sanctuary but I can't find out if the AC will Run off the Battery? or does the Generator have to be on? Thanks. (Can't wait to see what other mods you do, I love the Lagun table idea)
The Lithium option does allow the AC to be run off the battery through an inverter however the batteries only last a few hours before needing to be recharged. I have the AMG batteries with a propane generator. I can only run the AC when plugged into shore power or I have the generator on. These new generators are very quiet and can run for a very long time on the propane tank. Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Now that we live in a world of Karen's I worry about a generator. I can't believe the outlets don't work for 110 on 1kw inverter. If not what's the inverter for?
If I'm not clear do the 110 outlets work at all if the generator is not working. And if they don't work if the generator is not working and it's not plugged into shore what's the inverter do?
Beautiful mom🙂
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What a rack! Ya know the bike rack! Hubba Hubba!!😀
why is the P version 151k and the I only 129k , do you know what difference is? or is it discounting.
It really depends on the dealership and what they have in stock at the time. The P is sometimes more expensive as the layout seems to be preferred a bit over the L. My opinion is that the P has a better bedroom layout as I am not a fan of the platform bed and I like the bathroom layout better in the P as well but it really depends on your preferences. Also, price depends on if you are buying the Lithium power option or the generator. Here I prefer the generator as I live in FL and the lithium batteries drain quickly with the AC on. Thanks for watching!
@@Adventure-Mom Thank you! Love your detailed videos!
where is the dealer in los angeles california
Hello Saul, Try La Mesa RV SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA LOCATION (800) 496-8778. Thanks for watching!
@@Adventure-Mom thank you
What happened to the Tellaro?
I sold the Tellaro a while back. So far I am happy with the Mercedes all wheel drive platform with the Diesel engine. Thanks for watching!
What happened to the tellaro?
I decided to sell and purchased a Mercedes based RV with a 4X4 for off-grid camping. Thanks for Watching!
Nice mods. This thing costs what my house did, but it's not bad. Nice presentation, but I did end up watching on 2x because while the presentation is nice and professional, it is a tad slow.
Hello JM, I appreciate the feedback. I have made many modifications as you can see from my other videos and some are more complicated than others. Thanks for watching!
Subscribed to channel for more amazing videos 📹 ✨ ❤ 💕 ♥.
Thank you so much and Thanks for Watching!
you are so beautiful...and the van is nice too!!
Thanks for the compliment and Thanks for Watching!
I am rerry interest, how can I order one?
I have no affiliation with any RV dealership however I am able to contact some top executives within a couple of the national dealerships that may be able to help. If you let me know your city/state, I can possibly get you a contact at one of those dealerships that could work with you. Thanks for Watching!
So creative!! Love your modifications👍
Thank you! 😊 and Thanks for watching!
Be nice if they put 5 seat belts for the back, so plenty for family
Fast forward to 2:13
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How much do one of these cost? $100k? 😄
These vans typically range from $120-150K, Thanks for Watching!
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Mercedes needs to take note of these DIY’ers who renovate their own vans. Far better use of space and better functionality for WAY less money.
I agree, some modifications like the headliner shelf should be installed from the factory. Thanks for Watching!
Take me camping
Hello Mike, thanks for watching!
Careful with that microwave so high. When you have hot liquid and have the microwave mounted so high, it is easy to remove the vessel that holds the liquid (like a soup or something) and as you remove it, your arms naturally fold and so it is easy to dump the hot liquid on you. This is why you never see a microwave mounted so high in a kitchen.
Hello Erica, I agree the microwave is high and could result in a burn if people are not careful. I have not had any issues, but I could see your point. Thanks for Watching!
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Hello, I am so glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you so much for watching! 🤗
Wasn’t this channel called RyderMom or something like that? I
Hello Gaye, I have changed my name to better reflect my lifestyle which includes a variety of activities. Thanks for watching!
say that looks an awful lot like the Winnebago Revel
LOL, There are many new Mercedes platforms that have a very similar layout. I actually like this better than the Revel as I do not need the garage space and the Sanctuary bathroom is a little bigger. Thanks for watching!
I have a class c chassi
Hello Travis, I have toured and posted videos of a few Class C RVs. I enjoy the roomy feel that many of those type of RVs tend to have and definitely plan to tour some more C Class Rvs soon. Thanks for watching!
Ryker (Adventure) Mom why don’t you ride ur Ryker 🤔❓❔no videos ❔
Hello Servant, Unfortunately, The traffic situation around my area got so bad that I felt I was putting myself at risk every time I left the house on the Ryker. After a couple of near misses, I ended up selling it. Thanks for Watching!
She needs to host Jeopardy or Price is Right
LOL, wait until you see my next modifications video. Thanks for Watching!
Awesome van Ruby, for a Hot Mom ❤️
Hello Max, I am greatly enjoying using the van. Thank you for watching! 🤗
3,500lbs towing hitch*
Yes it has a 3500lbs towing capacity. Thanks for watching!
When you say "we", you meant your husband did the modifications.
I do get some help on some projects. Thanks for Watching!
Very nice work. Are you married ?
Thanks for the compliment and Thanks for Watching!
This seems cheaply made (stapled drawers, no cabinet latches, etc) and it has some obsolete features. Who wants a gas generator and propane fridge anymore? All electric is the way to go.
Hello, I agree that the future of RVing will use electricity generated from lithium batteries however the technology is not quite there yet to provide sustainable power for long periods of time.
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@@Adventure-Mom Most custom van builders have been using lithium batteries and 3000+ watt inverter electrical systems for many years. The technology has been ready. The issue is cost. That's why most of the larger OEM manufacturers don't use it. This is the reason I would only buy a van from a custom builder at this point. Also, it's no secret that the build quality in the mainstream RV industry is subpar to say the least. I'd rather pay a little bit more for a well designed, well built, fully customized van that will last for decades.
Its a shame that you pay that much for this RV which lacks both quality and the engineering to provide what buyer wishes..... When you have to go out and spend more money on modifications that should have come from the factory it just sours the milk and clearly shows the poor thought process in their design.
Unfortunately, The RV world seems to have different quality standards than what we typically expect in other items we purchase. Combine that with the 6 months it takes for the dealership to fix problems and you end up just doing things yourself. Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom You have just given me and idea to start a new business. Thank you!
Take me camping
Hello Mike, glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching!