thanks for the info, i have already raised it up too. the sales man thinks its best to wait and see if it is required.
18' Series New release 18.58-2 OB ordered
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Thanks for the help! i hope that you enjoy your weekend with the rain. atleast the expanda is big enough to spend time inside, that so called "family time".
Done the deal yesterday ordered a 18.58 rolls off the line mid Feb, with the extras for today and tomorrow. so hopefully see it before easter in Bris
thanks again
Hi Dean,
Have you got any more photos for us?
Just sitting back wishing for the future.
Thanks
Peter
Have you got any more photos for us?
Just sitting back wishing for the future.
Thanks
Peter
Hi Dean,
Have you got any more photos for us?
Just sitting back wishing for the future.
Thanks
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All set up.
Dean,
Looks great.
And the kids will have a hard time dirtying the upholstery.
Good choice!
Looks great.
And the kids will have a hard time dirtying the upholstery.
Good choice!
New fridge is awesome @NoWorries so much Bigger than last van, has built in 12v fan too. Brought an engel temperature gauge today for it. Got me stuffed why it doesn't have a temp gauge? Seperate fridge freezer is so much better though.
Hi all.
We collected our new 18:58.2 on Wednesday. It is fantastic however we have found a large number of problems.
The main problems are the bunk bed table (and does convert) not made to fit, a shower with 2 massive holes bogged, the fridge fan has 2 speeds and only working on one speed, rear bed end saging ( you can actually see that they have not cut the material correctly), big dents/chips in the cabinetry, front end bed velcro stuck to the mattress plastic cover and not adhered to the van, nor did they tell us that a gas bottle cover wouldn't fit with the extended draw bar and you can't even purchase the stone guard (from Jayco) as it doesn't fit the Expandas when the bed end is out.
Some faults with design are the front window cannot be opened when the door is opened, the toilet cassette is near your picnic table and you can't change/move the gas bayonet (front of van) as there are windows (some new safety issues). You also need to ensure you tell them if you want the washing machine provision - even though it is shown on the floor plan they assume you don't want it.
Make sure when yours arrives you go over it with a fine tooth comb!
Jayco did not really give a s%*t. All they wanted was the van out of their yard!
We collected our new 18:58.2 on Wednesday. It is fantastic however we have found a large number of problems.
The main problems are the bunk bed table (and does convert) not made to fit, a shower with 2 massive holes bogged, the fridge fan has 2 speeds and only working on one speed, rear bed end saging ( you can actually see that they have not cut the material correctly), big dents/chips in the cabinetry, front end bed velcro stuck to the mattress plastic cover and not adhered to the van, nor did they tell us that a gas bottle cover wouldn't fit with the extended draw bar and you can't even purchase the stone guard (from Jayco) as it doesn't fit the Expandas when the bed end is out.
Some faults with design are the front window cannot be opened when the door is opened, the toilet cassette is near your picnic table and you can't change/move the gas bayonet (front of van) as there are windows (some new safety issues). You also need to ensure you tell them if you want the washing machine provision - even though it is shown on the floor plan they assume you don't want it.
Make sure when yours arrives you go over it with a fine tooth comb!
Jayco did not really give a s%*t. All they wanted was the van out of their yard!
don't be rude! I know I've been told to expect a few little things to be wrong and that I might need to get a screw driver out to fix them.Hi all.
We collected our new 18:58.2 on Wednesday. It is fantastic however we have found a large number of problems.
The main problems are the bunk bed table (and does convert) not made to fit, a shower with 2 massive holes bogged, the fridge fan has 2 speeds and only working on one speed, rear bed end saging ( you can actually see that they have not cut the material correctly), big dents/chips in the cabinetry, front end bed velcro stuck to the mattress plastic cover and not adhered to the van, nor did they tell us that a gas bottle cover wouldn't fit with the extended draw bar and you can't even purchase the stone guard (from Jayco) as it doesn't fit the Expandas when the bed end is out.
Some faults with design are the front window cannot be opened when the door is opened, the toilet cassette is near your picnic table and you can't change/move the gas bayonet (front of van) as there are windows (some new safety issues). You also need to ensure you tell them if you want the washing machine provision - even though it is shown on the floor plan they assume you don't want it.
Make sure when yours arrives you go over it with a fine tooth comb!
Jayco did not really give a s%*t. All they wanted was the van out of their yard!
BUT,
If it ends up like yours with these major things wrong, I'll just refuse to take it.
They won't get their money until the issues are fixed to my satisfaction. We don't need it until after Christmas so they'll have 4 weeks to fix everything.
I'm sure they'll want their money rather than a van sitting in their workshop!
That's a shame @Kezshaz.
Our hand over was great, or should I say mine as it was just me.
We had the same issue with the table, but Brisbane camperland, sorted it out then and there for me. Pat the handover guy actually picked up on it. I wouldn't of known like you.
3 issues from the weekend.
1. My hot water is only drawing from tanks and not from mains water?
2. Window opens into door, not much they can do about that now though!
3. 1 of the Gas bayonet fittings needs moving, can't plug the line in directly due to the install positioning and interference from the ALKO jacks
Used the oven, apparently you have to have the stove lid open for it work and ventilation. Pat didn't show me this as we didn't switch on the gas, doh.
Kakadu bed ends are harder to get on than the holiday annexe ones I used to have. But they fit perfectly and also have tie down points to keep them off the bed canvas, also included is a pole for both ends to stop the lid sagging when secured down. Great idea, overall very happy with them.
Our hand over was great, or should I say mine as it was just me.
We had the same issue with the table, but Brisbane camperland, sorted it out then and there for me. Pat the handover guy actually picked up on it. I wouldn't of known like you.
3 issues from the weekend.
1. My hot water is only drawing from tanks and not from mains water?
2. Window opens into door, not much they can do about that now though!
3. 1 of the Gas bayonet fittings needs moving, can't plug the line in directly due to the install positioning and interference from the ALKO jacks
Used the oven, apparently you have to have the stove lid open for it work and ventilation. Pat didn't show me this as we didn't switch on the gas, doh.
Kakadu bed ends are harder to get on than the holiday annexe ones I used to have. But they fit perfectly and also have tie down points to keep them off the bed canvas, also included is a pole for both ends to stop the lid sagging when secured down. Great idea, overall very happy with them.
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Geez, I would lose my $h1t if this happened to me. What are they doing to make good?Hi all.
We collected our new 18:58.2 on Wednesday. It is fantastic however we have found a large number of problems.
The main problems are the bunk bed table (and does convert) not made to fit, a shower with 2 massive holes bogged, the fridge fan has 2 speeds and only working on one speed, rear bed end saging ( you can actually see that they have not cut the material correctly), big dents/chips in the cabinetry, front end bed velcro stuck to the mattress plastic cover and not adhered to the van, nor did they tell us that a gas bottle cover wouldn't fit with the extended draw bar and you can't even purchase the stone guard (from Jayco) as it doesn't fit the Expandas when the bed end is out.
Some faults with design are the front window cannot be opened when the door is opened, the toilet cassette is near your picnic table and you can't change/move the gas bayonet (front of van) as there are windows (some new safety issues). You also need to ensure you tell them if you want the washing machine provision - even though it is shown on the floor plan they assume you don't want it.
Make sure when yours arrives you go over it with a fine tooth comb!
Jayco did not really give a s%*t. All they wanted was the van out of their yard!
Geez guys...... I'm getting nervous and I still have months to wait before pick up...
Hey everyone.
We finally got somewhere today with Jayco...
They fixed the sagging roof (realigned the canvas) , fixed the velcro, fixed the fridge and have made a separate board for the conversion of the bunk beds.
They have told us that the bunk seats have been fitted incorrectly (all manufactured so far have the same problem) and the manufacturing department (Melbourne) is now aware so hopefully everyone waiting won't have this problem.
As for the bogged shower, apparently this is "how this model is". We did go and look at another van (same model) on the floor and it was the same - just not as bad. They did however touch up the crappy bodge job. Again hopefully everyone still waiting won't have this problem.
We're yet to go and check the hot water and gas fittings @Dean81.
The dents will eventually be fixed under warranty when we get back from our trip around oz. Getting very excited as we leave in 3 days!!!
We finally got somewhere today with Jayco...
They fixed the sagging roof (realigned the canvas) , fixed the velcro, fixed the fridge and have made a separate board for the conversion of the bunk beds.
They have told us that the bunk seats have been fitted incorrectly (all manufactured so far have the same problem) and the manufacturing department (Melbourne) is now aware so hopefully everyone waiting won't have this problem.
As for the bogged shower, apparently this is "how this model is". We did go and look at another van (same model) on the floor and it was the same - just not as bad. They did however touch up the crappy bodge job. Again hopefully everyone still waiting won't have this problem.
We're yet to go and check the hot water and gas fittings @Dean81.
The dents will eventually be fixed under warranty when we get back from our trip around oz. Getting very excited as we leave in 3 days!!!
Hi JMS, I noticed you mentions a additional water tank. Is this an additional 2nd or 3rd water tank? I know the OB comes with 2 standard but they will not do a 3rd for me?
Thanks
