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12-11-2021, 08:16 PM
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New style back end Precept
I was scrolling through RV trader looking at Precepts and prices. Noticed the new 2022 Precepts have a flat back. Was wondering if it’s for a little more room in the bedroom. Personally I like the molded look.
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12-11-2021, 11:21 PM
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The molded rear panel is indeed much nicer looking, but I think Jayco had to buy those from a third-party supplier/manufacturer. Maybe the supply dried up from closings or became cost prohibitive. The flat faced rear panel Jayco can make in house, like the side panels.
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12-12-2021, 07:31 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JFlightRisk
The molded rear panel is indeed much nicer looking, but I think Jayco had to buy those from a third-party supplier/manufacturer. Maybe the supply dried up from closings or became cost prohibitive. The flat faced rear panel Jayco can make in house, like the side panels.
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Based on what I’ve seen most likely cheaper way to manufacturer.
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12-12-2021, 08:46 AM
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They lost the nicer looking tail lights, as well.
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12-12-2021, 10:29 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MRichaud
They lost the nicer looking tail lights, as well.
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Agree. Just looks cheaper to me.
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12-12-2021, 03:43 PM
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The molded fiberglass caps were in short supply so they stopped installing them on the Precept. Now they are using the a less expensive product which in my option is no where close attractive or durable.
Bottom line price of the unit went up quality went down!
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12-12-2021, 04:35 PM
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On the bright side, now it has a bumper to store the sewer hose in and hang a spare tire carrier on. Just sayin'...
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12-12-2021, 04:48 PM
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They use the same rear cap on the Seneca/Accolade so like anything these days, production of caps is probably low so they are probably dedicating the rear caps to the Super C’s.
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12-12-2021, 07:28 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JFlightRisk
On the bright side, now it has a bumper to store the sewer hose in and hang a spare tire carrier on. Just sayin'...
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Yep, nice metal bumper to rust off in a few years! Lol
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12-13-2021, 08:10 AM
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When the tail lights start to leak the damage will be on the back wall now instead of running down the inside of the cap. I hate those recessed tail lights.
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12-13-2021, 09:22 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JFlightRisk
The molded rear panel is indeed much nicer looking, but I think Jayco had to buy those from a third-party supplier/manufacturer. Maybe the supply dried up from closings or became cost prohibitive. The flat faced rear panel Jayco can make in house, like the side panels.
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Exactly.
There is still a resin shortage so molded caps are in short supply. That is why the PINNACLE has been changed as well.
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12-13-2021, 10:11 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jjk0091
When the tail lights start to leak the damage will be on the back wall now instead of running down the inside of the cap. I hate those recessed tail lights.
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Yes, the flat wall recessed lights are a problem. Usually owners don’t find out until substantial damage is done. Surface mounted lights would be a lot easier to keep sealed with just wires coming through.
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12-13-2021, 10:34 AM
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The only good thing is it should be easier to clean but is does look low cost.
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12-16-2021, 10:03 PM
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Bummer. We have a Precept on order, to be ready sometime in March or April. I liked the look of the molded rear. The flat panel looks like a downgrade. Oh well.
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