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Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-21-2024, 04:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,665
Posted By TheMatrix
Dan Neeley is a very knowledgeable Roadtrek,...

Dan Neeley is a very knowledgeable Roadtrek, Hymer and Carado RV technician. We have used Dan several times to troubleshoot problems on our Hymer. He used to be a mobile RV tech, but now has a shop...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-21-2024, 02:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,665
Posted By TheMatrix
Congrats on your purchase. Yes, the struts...

Congrats on your purchase.

Yes, the struts do work, but eventually will lose their lifting power. We have replaced them 2x since purchasing our Aktiv,

The awning I believe is a Carefree...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-19-2023, 03:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,665
Posted By TheMatrix
This is the link to the one's we bought. ...

This is the link to the one's we bought.
https://www.liftsupportsdepot.com/search/search-results/?query=ST440M100-Lift
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-16-2022, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,665
Posted By TheMatrix
Hymer Aktiv Loft gas struts

Would anybody happen to have knowledge as to how gas struts must be installed to support the weight of the loft properly when open. I have had problems with my gas struts. I have already replaced...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-16-2022, 06:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,789
Posted By TheMatrix
We just drove through the Zion Mt. Carmel tunnel...

We just drove through the Zion Mt. Carmel tunnel the other day in our Hymer Aktiv Class B and had no problems. We are 9'4" at our tallest. Enjoy the ride as you shouldn't have any problems going...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-06-2021, 12:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,238
Posted By TheMatrix
When we owned a 2007 RT 170, it was inside...

When we owned a 2007 RT 170, it was inside driver's side cargo storage area. Hope that helps.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-14-2021, 08:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,565
Posted By TheMatrix
Enjoy your new ride!

Enjoy your new ride!
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-18-2021, 12:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,494
Posted By TheMatrix
We had a negative experience with a La Mesa sales...

We had a negative experience with a La Mesa sales manager. The sales manager was rude and arrogant during our price negotiation for the Class B we were ready to purchase from them. We walked out...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-02-2020, 03:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,459
Posted By TheMatrix
We own a Hymer Aktiv 1.0 Loft and love it. Yes,...

We own a Hymer Aktiv 1.0 Loft and love it. Yes, we have had to address some issues on it such as the battery wiring issue. Here in California we found Dan Neeley, who is a mobile RV technician and...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-03-2020, 07:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,962
Posted By TheMatrix
It's called the Roadtrek Zion Slumber. Starting...

It's called the Roadtrek Zion Slumber. Starting MSRP $153,000.00. Supposed to seat 5 and sleep 5 with the optional folding bed that is made up of the two front seats.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-26-2020, 03:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,962
Posted By TheMatrix
We own a Hymer Aktiv 1.0 Loft. We are also a...

We own a Hymer Aktiv 1.0 Loft. We are also a family of three. My 10 y/o Son loves sleeping in the loft. We previously owned a Roadtrek 170 Popular which was way too small for the 3 of us. The 3rd...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-09-2020, 07:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,793
Posted By TheMatrix
A 19' Van that seats 4 belted and sleeps 4...

A 19' Van that seats 4 belted and sleeps 4 comfortably is doable. If you have a loft on a 19' Van, you would have to give up the A/C on top. Our under mount A/C on our Hymer Aktiv Loft works, but...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-01-2020, 11:50 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,150
Posted By TheMatrix
It was so frustrating to fill up our gas tank. I...

It was so frustrating to fill up our gas tank. I had the EVAP system checked and the mechanic said it was working. Have read many threads about how they did a poor design job on the filler neck.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-01-2020, 09:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,150
Posted By TheMatrix
We had the same problem on our 2007 Roadtrek 170...

We had the same problem on our 2007 Roadtrek 170 Popular (Chevy Express 2500). It was a painful 20 minutes to fill the gas tank no matter what gas station I tried. Now we have a Promaster and it's...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-24-2020, 11:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,570
Posted By TheMatrix
The 2021 Winnebago Solis 59PX built on the...

The 2021 Winnebago Solis 59PX built on the Promaster 3500 chasis has the loft and rooftop A/C. They also added a gasoline powered generator. Still no inverter.

FitRV video of the new Solis 59PX...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-17-2020, 01:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,570
Posted By TheMatrix
For example we had a problem with the Truma Combi...

For example we had a problem with the Truma Combi where it would work sometimes and not others. The Eco Trek Lithium batteries were not wired correctly to the inverter which was the way they came...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-17-2020, 01:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,570
Posted By TheMatrix
I could tell you as an owner of a Hymer Aktiv...

I could tell you as an owner of a Hymer Aktiv Loft 1.0 that the undermount A/C is not very good. So if reliable A/C is a must for you because of your pet, I would go for something else. We have a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-17-2020, 01:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,535
Posted By TheMatrix
The Carado Axion was built on the Promaster 1500...

The Carado Axion was built on the Promaster 1500 chasis which is 17' 9". Might be a challenge to find one for sale. Your best bet would be as the above poster mentioned a Roadtrek 170. We owned a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-13-2020, 07:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,159
Posted By TheMatrix
Hadn't thought of that, but will prop the top...

Hadn't thought of that, but will prop the top open and take a look for a part #. Thanks for the suggestion.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-13-2020, 06:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,159
Posted By TheMatrix
Hymer Aktiv Loft Top Gas Struts

I need to replace one of the gas struts that holds up the loft on my 2019 Hymer Aktiv 1.0. Does anybody have a recommendation, or know of a part #? Thank you in advance for any help.

Luigi
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-08-2020, 01:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,273
Posted By TheMatrix
If your PW has a GU, maybe just driving around...

If your PW has a GU, maybe just driving around with your Li-Ion batteries turned on will charge them or wake them up? Worth a try if you haven't done so already.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-05-2020, 05:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,085
Posted By TheMatrix
The Thor Tellaro has a loft option as well that...

The Thor Tellaro has a loft option as well that would allow 3 adults to sleep comfortably.

We own a Hymer Aktiv Loft and it works great for our family of 3. I have slept up in the loft with...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 02-15-2020, 05:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,584
Posted By TheMatrix
We had the exact same problem that you are...

We had the exact same problem that you are describing on our 2007 RT170P. Super scary when it happened the first time. The brakes always seemed soft to me when we first bought it. After getting...
Forum: Class B Owners Registry 12-28-2019, 06:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,570
Posted By TheMatrix
2019 Hymer Aktiv 1.0 Loft Edition

2019 Hymer Aktiv 1.0 Loft Edition (2019-12-28 19:28:28)
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-01-2019, 08:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,678
Posted By TheMatrix
I will have to climb and look at the antenna...

I will have to climb and look at the antenna itself to see if there is also a light that indicates power on mine. Thanks for the suggestion. I can't explain why the Blu Ray player doesn't show up...
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