2020 Chateau-27R, Specifications & Documentation

In this section you are introduced to the "numbers" of YOUR Thor Chateau.
I hope you appreciate the detailed support we are providing. If experience holds true, you will know more about your new motorhome and “toad” (playful nickname derived from the word “towed,” describing a vehicle pulled behind an RV) the first day on your first trip than you would If you had purchased a new unit from most dealers. Three sections follow:
  1. The original factory “Equipment List” showing the original base price, standard equipment and accessories ordered with the original sale. (all with original pricing)
  2. Detailed list of aftermarket equipment added since leaving the dealer.
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Below is the original list of equipment shipped on the Chateau 27R in 2020. Note, the Wingard ConnecT has been replaced with a newer model due to weather related failure of the original unit. Also the optional child safety tether and cabover child safety net were misplaced by the original owner and never replaced. All other equipment is still present and in good working order.

Note, the original dealer price for this 2020 Chateau 27R was $113,248.00. Also note the extensive list of after-market equipment, listed below, is not included in this total. See “Pricing” section of this website for the total of all of these accessories as well as their depreciated value.

Detailed list of aftermarket equipment added since leaving the dealer.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

These are absolutely mandatory for safe travel, especially when dual wheels are used.

(10 continuously monitored tires. Includes Toad!)

TSTtruck website

Tire pressure monitoring system for 6 tires. This "package" supplied 10 tire monitoring.
This illustration is for six tires. YOUR RV comes with TEN tires monitored.

Safe-T-Plus Steering Stabilizer 

This accessory made a SHOCKING DIFFERENCE in the drivability of this E450 chassis. Don’t buy a C class RV without it!

Safe-T-Plus website

Safe-T-Plus Steering Stabilizer benefits
Safe-T-Plus Steering Stabilizer benefits are REAL. They've made a real change in this RV's handling.

Tow Bar – Keeps You Moble Everywhere

This Tow Bar is a Blue Ox Aladdin 7500 lb. on a 2″ receiver. Safety and electrical cables are included.  With this, you’ll have “independent” transportation everywhere you camp.

Blue Ox Tow Bar website

BlueOx flat tow bar
Your new Blue-Ox tow bar comes with a NEW electric hookup cable. (The last one suffered some road-rash).

Snap Pads on all Hydraulic lift points

Better grip on soft soil, less damage to hot paving, better isolation from static discharge (i.e. lighting), greater surface area on lift point (more stable while camping), environmentally friendly (reprocessed used tires), permanently installed (removable only by choice).

RV SnapPad website

SnapPads Hydraulic cylinder foot protection and grip
These also give your hydraulic landing-gear a longer life.

Sound deadening…   around engine compartment and under driver and passenger seating area.

A professional RV technician that test drives 6-8 motor homes per day, said this is the quietest, non-rear engine, RV he has ever road-tested.

(Original source unknown; Amazon examples)

Sound dampening material
A RV technician gave me an unsolicited complement on how temp/sound was so low in this RV. A delightful surprise.

RecPro RV Air conditioning-sound Silencer/muffler

We don’t have to say “huh” several times at lunch.

RecPro Website

RV Air Conditioner Silencer
RV Air Conditioner Silencer. It works. It is easy to take off. You'll be putting it back on.

Firestone Airide Rear assist springs

These smooth out the ride and also better level the body just a bit in turns. Like tires, you should re-check the air pressure before each trip. Easy to do, air valves are next to trailer hitch under bumper.

Firestone Airide website

Firestone Air assist springs
Firestone Air assist springs are best set at 90psi, while traveling in your RV.

GoPower 190w Solar Charging System (House only)

Your Chateau provides three (3) power source options. Ground power (i.e. plug-in at camp site), on-board generator, and solar. This gives you the ability to camp almost anywhere you choose.

GoPower.com website

Solar Collector System
Every RV should have solar. This add so much practical value. And every spring, our house-batteries are fully charged and ready for travel!

Hydraulic Leveling Jack System

A fully hydraulic leveling system adds substantial efficiency, safety and comfort. And, besides, it adds a real sense of confidence to pick up a 15,000lb truck and level it with the push of a button.

Big Foot Leveling Systems website

Hydraulic Leveling System
Don't buy a Class C without a hydraulic leveling system.

10w chassis Solar trickle charger (Chassis only)

Modern automotive electrical systems are under constant discharge by computers, clocks, radios, security systems, etc. Even when ground power is unavailable, this small solar trickle charger keeps your RV ready to go whether stored over the weekend or over the winter.

Amazon example – website (Improved design from original componant)

10w Dash-top solar battery charger
10w Solar charger keeps chassis battery fully charged throughout storage periods.

Brothers Bedding Custom folding Mattress

RV manufactures seldom include mattress that do anything more than serve as a space holder. You’ll enjoy a custom built mattress for many comfortable night’s sleep. 

Brothers Bedding Website

 

 

Folding RV Mattress
Folding RV Mattress, custom built by Brothers Bedding

Good Sam Transferable Roadside Assistance Plan

There are many things in life we buy and hope NOT to use: Fire Extinguishers, First Aid Kits, all types of Insurance, and Extended Road Service Plan. This one is included with you Chateau 27R.

GS Roadside Assistance membership card
Never find yourself out of options when the unexpected occurs. Roadside Assistance provides RVs and vehicles assistance in the case of a breakdown. From tow services to on-site technicians, gets you back to the trip.

Oxygenics shower head/hose

Water then passes through an air vacuum at high speed, which infuses oxygen into every drop. The pressurized and expanded water is released through the shower head nozzles, creating a highly efficient use of water that conserves energy and water. Added value because it is also saving hot water. (NOTE: The installed shower head in the unit is white in color).

https://oxygenics.com/our-story/

Working Shower head is from Oxygenics. Actual RV shower head is all white model.

ADCO Cab-Privacy Screen

This easy to install/remove screen helps in all weather. Adds insulation as well as privacy.

ADCO on Amazon website

Windshield & side window cover in place
After a windy rainy night, our ADCO windshield & side window cover still firmly in place

Camco Delux screen door cross bar

Crossbar minimizes damage to your screen
Acts as a sturdier handle for exit/entry RV
Durable aluminum construction reinforces screen door

Camco Website

Screen Door Push Bar
Screen Door Push Bar

Dish Network Satellite TV system.

The premier RV entertainment tool. This system is completely portable however all cabling and power are installed and ready for your programming activation.

Dish for RF website

Dish Network System w/Receiver and Antenna
Dish Network System w/Receiver, Remote and Antenna

Beechlane Bluetooth RV Level-sensor System

This accessory has saved us hours during this first two seasons we have had it in operation. It makes leveling a Class C a MUCH simpler task AND allows you to “shop” the best position on your campsite.

Beechlane Website

Beech Lane Hardware-Software
Beech Lane Hardware-Software. It has saved us hours of setup time

Remote freezer/refrigerator thermometer

A common method of monitoring your refrigerator is to confirm the ice is still frozen. This accessory is so, so, so much better for more reasons than we have space. You’ll be thanking me.

Updated original source website

RV Refrigerator and ambient thermometer
RV Refrigerator and ambient thermometer. Freezer on Top reading, Refrigerator mid temp, RV ambient bottom reading.

Chassis Trickle Charger by Battery Tender…

…is the premier “trickle charger”. In your Chateau, this unit keeps your RV’s chassis battery charged while the unit is connected to “Ground Power”, whether parked at home, storage, or camp.

Battery Tender website

1.25 amp Battery Tender
1.25 amp Battery Tender keeps your chassis battery hot while your RV is on "Ground Power".
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