Transition to XP
#51
Posted 19 January 2016 - 12:17 AM
All issues have been quickly resolved with a positive attitude and without controversy. Even with consideration of these issues, we enjoyed our first year and look forward to more XPCamper adventures. We continue to feel that it is the best camper on the market for comfort and versatility.
#52
Posted 19 January 2016 - 01:58 AM
Do you think MyTaco's review has impacted other Phoenix camper sales? Seems like the Phoenix didn't really care if it did or not.
Lost my sale for sure. I was in early contact with them about a build but was fortunate that I ran across the My Taco thread before I got two far along. I understand everything can have faults but how it is handled means a lot and that thread scared me.
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#53
Posted 20 January 2016 - 03:38 AM
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#54
Posted 20 January 2016 - 03:01 PM
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#55
Posted 20 January 2016 - 04:03 PM
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#56
Posted 20 January 2016 - 04:44 PM
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#57
Posted 20 January 2016 - 09:32 PM
My Syncro Westfalia had propane for the stove of course. I became used to that instant heat and total control of cooking on gas. I liked it so much that I converted my home stove to propane! The XP uses a diesel powered ceramic cooktop. I never got used to how slow it responded. I like to cook (ask anyone that I camp with!) but that cooktop took a lot of the fun out of it. I kept a two burner propane stove in the pull out storage shelf outside and used that instead.
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Try the forum on the Expedition Portal site. I haven't read any of the disputed posts but I don't want to read only fan-boy posts about campers that I have to save years for to afford.
#58
Posted 20 January 2016 - 11:19 PM
I agree that a diesel ceramic top can be slow to come to temp, but we've had good luck with the Wallas two burner that we have in our 'BoaterHome'. It doubles as a heater, with a small fan that runs when the stove is on and the lid is down. The current draw is quite small in stove mode, and we often put a small EcoFan on the edge of the cooler burner. It does a good job of pushing air around the cabin. Another benefit is outside venting of exhaust, so no added condensation in the cabin. I also bring a small propane stove for additional cooking outside the boat.My Syncro Westfalia had propane for the stove of course. I became used to that instant heat and total control of cooking on gas. I liked it so much that I converted my home stove to propane! The XP uses a diesel powered ceramic cooktop. I never got used to how slow it responded. I like to cook (ask anyone that I camp with!) but that cooktop took a lot of the fun out of it. I kept a two burner propane stove in the pull out storage shelf outside and used that instead.
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Caveat... A Wallas can be temperamental if not used properly, and they are expensive to repair if they break. We run KleanHeat for fuel rather than diesel.
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#59
Posted 21 January 2016 - 12:32 AM
Well .... I guess ill give my 2 cents.
I was XPMarc and Toni's first customer. With Marc, I rebuilt prototype 1.1 and used it hard for over a year . I agree with most of Simi mikes evaluation and statements. In the beginning XP experienced some growing pains but that never detracted from the vision Marc and Toni had had set fourth. Perservarience has paid off and they are putting out a Very, Very Nice Product with all high end components. I.E. Webasto, Zeiss, Carmanha, Blue Seas etc. these are all top of the line products which price reflects within reason.
I have built four off road rigs with diesel truck platforms, ( Alaskan, ATC, Four Wheel and XP) so think i have a little understanding in what it takes to accomplish this. All four were Great rigs which took me to great locations. Of the four the XP was with out a doubt the most comfortable and efficient of the bunch. Would I buy another one ??? Without hesitation if I was over landing full time. In the end the XP turned out to be way more than I needed considering time restraints with work. Hope this helps. asset.php.jpeg 30.39K 24 downloads
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#60
Posted 21 January 2016 - 01:48 AM
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Edited by Florida, 22 January 2016 - 01:35 AM.
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