By Cheri Sicard
The team from Ambition Strikes (1.09M subscribers, 201M views) bought one of the world’s rarest motorhomes, the Revcon Trailblazer. Only 67 of the beauties were ever made, and in the video below, they give us a tour.
This RV sits on a 1995 Ford F350 XLT platform. But here’s a fun fact: It has a rare 7.3L turbo diesel engine. Most Revcons came with the 460 Big Block. The engine is in great shape with only 44,000 miles. The couple even put 2,000 of those miles on during their trip home!
The engine runs smoother and has more power than any other 7.3L engine they’ve driven. What makes it so special? It has original 1990s speed parts. Revcon didn’t just build an RV. They created a hot rod. It even has original Western Diesel gauges and a programmer.
Inside, there are four aftermarket captain’s chairs. They’re super comfortable, like sitting on sofas. There’s also a Sony 10-disc CD changer and an FM modulator. Remember those? The previous owner, Tim, installed a backup camera. It’s a must-have because the mirrors don’t show much around the RV.
What’s it like to drive? In three words: “World’s biggest boss.” It grabs attention but requires focus. These old Fords have loose steering, so driving them takes work. Despite having six wheels, it’s a four-wheel-drive vehicle. More on that later. There’s a shift-on-the-floor transfer case and aftermarket stainless steps. It also features two aftermarket fuel tanks, holding about 85 gallons total.
Chassis and frame: Modified for adventure
When Revcon turned this truck into a motorhome, they modified the chassis. They added an extra frame all the way to the back. There’s also a tag axle with airbags. This helps support the extra weight.
How long is this rig? It measures 31 feet 9 inches.
There are also two 10-gallon propane tanks. One powers the stove, heater, and water heater. The other runs the generator. Other exterior features include leveling blocks and a spare tire with alloy wheel.
The spare tire swings out for access. Inside, the generator is an original propane 3600-watt model. It powers everything, including the microwave and air conditioning.
The RV also has a huge 12-volt battery that powers the water pump, lights, and furnace fan. So far, it’s working great. The house battery charges from a solar panel, the generator, shore power, or the alternator.
One cool discovery was the water heater. It’s a marine-style water heater. It runs on propane, or the engine coolant heats the water while driving.
Interior: A step back in time
Everything in here is teal.
The RV has automatic stairs. The entryway has cubbies for things like slippers, flashlights, and dog leashes. The control panel has a battery check and tank monitors. It also has switches for the water pump, TV/phone outlets, propane water heater, generator, and step. There’s even a propane level indicator. A heater near the entry is great for drying shoes.
The first dinette is used as a breakfast room. The dinette converts into a bed.
There’s a huge pass-through from the RV to the truck cab. You can easily walk into the truck without going outside. Above the truck cab is another bed.
The kitchen features a good-sized sink, a two-burner cooktop with a cover, a large fridge and freezer, and the motorhome’s original microwave and convection oven. On the downside, kitchen storage is limited due to the water heater.
The second dining room doubles as the primary bedroom and a party room. The table converts into a huge bed. There’s an extra sink in the bedroom area that allows for brushing teeth and washing up without disturbing someone sleeping in the front. The storage in the bedroom cabinets is ample, and there’s even a hanging closet for suits and pantsuits.
The RV has a wet bath with a porcelain toilet.
This Revcon Trailblazer is an incredible find. Its rare features and ’90s charm make it a unique motorhome, and the new owners are excited to hit the road and create new memories.
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Watched the video. It’s a cool classic rig in exceptional condition for its age!
Based on the comments from the hosts though, I hope that the 1.1M subscribers don’t take too much advice from them. Clearly they have only a minimal knowledge of RVs based on the number of false statements they made and general lack of RV knowledge displayed.