New model Jayco Expanda 18.58.1 & 2 Pop Top

[Dean81]

yeah I've been told mid October too.

 

[t0ne]

It is cheap in the scheme of things, something like $200 - $300.

Im trying to decide if it is really worth it or not....

 

[Soaring]

@t0ne Definitely worth while.
Makes space for toolbox or anything else, makes reversing easier, provides more clearance for swing out tailgates like Prado and Pajero, and potentially improves resale values.
Unlike other extras, this one can't be added later.

 

[Dean81]

agree with @Soaring, my current van doesn't have the extended draw bar, feels very close to car when your reversing into site on the corners.
backed my mates van with extended draw bar, the extra 300mm feels so much more comfortable when being reversed into site.

 

[t0ne]

So would an extended draw bar also reduce ball weight a little bit aswell then ????

 

[Soaring]

So would an extended draw bar also reduce ball weight a little bit aswell then ????

Logic says it provides more leverage, so yes, less ball weight....... But it does weight a little more in the actual steel. Overall I would say they would be very little difference.

 

[JMS Project]

Steve, Grant is who we are buying our van through, great guy, he has put up with me and all my changing of models and extras!

Az

Yeah he sounded good on the phone.

 

[JMS Project]

JMS, I will do , thanks for the recommendation, my contacts within jayco are limited to date but this forum is great for getting tips and friendly advice. Thanks again

All good, good luck.
Steve

 

[t0ne]

New layout of the 18.58-2 if you don't take the washing machine.

They have deleted the washing machine provision and put in another cupboard.

 

[Tricky]

The bigger table looks better!

 

[JMS Project]

Hi there.. That's interesting.

I've just had an email sent to me today advising that Jayco will NOT put shelves in the cupboard that I don't want the washing machine in. So basically, it will be just a huge open space, with no shelving. Go figure...

Pretty annoyed about a few other things too actually.

The 2 new 18's that were at the Brisbane show, have great big scratches on the floor in front of the new Thetford fridge. This is from the travel locking pin being too low, and when the fridge is constantly opened, it is wearing a semi circle groove into the flooring. When I picked this up and pointed it out, I asked if I could have the fridge raised, as there is currently a small cupboard above the fridge. My thought was that this could be transferred to the bottom of the fridge.

I get that it wouldn't be that simple, and to change the whole line because of this, probably wouldn't be in the best interest of Jayco. But when asked what could be done about it, I was simply told 'Nothing'. Rubbish really...

I could go on about a few other things, but that rant will do for now. Haha

 

[t0ne]

Its funny how Jayco keep saying no to something and then just before final confirmation it all changes aswell. I had them remove the safe and add in a few more power points and 12 volt points for the kids.

 

[JMS Project]

Hmmmmm.... Driving me insane actually.

 

[JMS Project]

The bigger table looks better!

Hi, what do you mean bigger table ? Do you mean on the dinette version ?

 

[Shanas]

These are our plans we weren't offered the option of a safe?

 

[chartrock]

These are our plans we weren't offered the option of a safe?

The safe is not usually an option, it is standard, invariably under a bed.

 

[Shanas]

That's great, thanks

 

[t0ne]

These are our plans we weren't offered the option of a safe?

This is a new updated plan that i just received this afternoon.

 

[AzHaych]

This is a new updated plan that i just received this afternoon.

Can we see the plan?
This is mine that I signed off on two weeks ago, I noted that the Robe near the door says that it will have (shelves). To my knowledge they have never fitted the Expanda robes out with shelves as standard. With the other two "ROBE" cupboards I personally am glad they're not fitting shelves as I will be fitting them out with wire draw systems, no fun if you cant perform some mods!

Az

 

[t0ne]

Can we see the plan?
This is mine that I signed off on two weeks ago, I noted that the Robe near the door says that it will have (shelves). To my knowledge they have never fitted the Expanda robes out with shelves as standard. With the other two "ROBE" cupboards I personally am glad they're not fitting shelves as I will be fitting them out with wire draw systems, no fun if you cant perform some mods!

Az

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They are fitting shelves to the robe near the door, it comes with 3 shelves in it, the plan i attached to my post back up a little bit. I wouldn't be surprised that if you took out the washing machine then you will lose the washing machine provision.