#  @rvryan1 RV Ryan RV Ryan posts on YouTube about $flex, water, $tho, river the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [--] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UC7na1siwFR4sPiR_BZHyGkA/interactions)  - [--] Week [-------] +12,599% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/youtube::UC7na1siwFR4sPiR_BZHyGkA/posts_active)  ### Followers: [-----] [#](/creator/youtube::UC7na1siwFR4sPiR_BZHyGkA/followers)  - [--] Week [---] +928% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UC7na1siwFR4sPiR_BZHyGkA/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [finance](/list/finance) 21.43% [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) 7.14% **Social topic influence** [$flex](/topic/$flex) 28.57%, [water](/topic/water) 28.57%, [$tho](/topic/$tho) 14.29%, [river](/topic/river) 14.29%, [major](/topic/major) 14.29%, [luxury](/topic/luxury) 14.29%, [real world](/topic/real-world) 14.29%, [buying](/topic/buying) 14.29%, [materials](/topic/materials) 14.29%, [frame](/topic/frame) 14.29% **Top assets mentioned** [Flex Ltd. Ordinary Shares (FLEX)](/topic/$flex) [Thor Industries, Inc. (THO)](/topic/$tho) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Why Your RV Just Lost 60% Of Its Worth (And Its Getting WORSE) Open a [----] NADA guide and you'll find [----] travel trailers valued at 40-60% below original MSRPthis isn't normal depreciation it's structural collapse engineered by corporate greed. Thor Industries and Forest River flooded the market during COVID building RVs with thinner fiberglass that delaminates within 18-36 months underbuilt Lippert frames that flex and crack on highways and slide-outs with OSB floors that rot from water intrusion requiring $10000+ repairs. Warranties are designed as countdown timers expiring right before" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Gs9618NbwFE) 2026-02-12T18:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "WHY YOUR RV AXLES ARE BENDING (The "Weight Rating" Scam) The RV industry has a systemic axle failure problem driven by cost-cutting and deceptive payload ratings. Major manufacturers like Thor Forest River Keystone and others spec Lippert axles at maximum capacity with zero safety margin while simultaneously adding heavy luxury interiors that consume payload before buyers ever load cargo. The advertised GVWR is mathematical fictionaxles bend within 5000-10000 miles because they're engineered to survive the dealer lot not real-world use. This is compounded by piece-rate assembly creating" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TkribAm-tdw) 2026-02-08T00:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Why Your RV AC Is Failing The "Cheap Plastic" Part That Costs $2000 To Fix RV air conditioners are engineered to fail within 3-5 years due to cost-cutting design choices. Manufacturers use cheap plastic housings that crack from extreme roof temperatures and undersized capacitors that burn out under stress. When these $10-12 parts fail dealerships push $2000-$3000 full unit replacements instead of simple repairs. You can extend your AC's life by 5-10 years through proactive capacitor replacement every 3-5 years sealing plastic housings with marine silicone and installing a soft-start module to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DwBu0tdojpw) 2026-02-13T21:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "HOW SMART AMERICANS ARE BUYING $150K RVS FOR $40K (The RV Auction Loophole) The RV industry is dominated by two corporationsThor Industries and Forest Riverwho own nearly every brand you see at dealerships. These companies prioritize speed and profit over quality using piece-rate pay lightweight materials and rushed assembly that leads to systemic failures: electrical fires detaching components frame cracks and water intrusion. Even $150000 luxury fifth wheels experience catastrophic problems within months due to poor engineering and COVID-era panic manufacturing. The smart play is buying 2-4" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0Z60uEsH62M) 2026-02-06T23:37Z [----] followers, 146.6K engagements "The Only [--] RV Brands Still Worth Buying Everything Else Is Just Expensive Junk The RV industry is dominated by two corporationsThor Industries and Forest Riverthat control most brands under different badges but use the same cost-cutting construction methods. These manufacturers prioritize volume over quality employing piece-rate labor that rewards speed leading to systemic failures like delamination water intrusion frame flex and hidden rot. Most modern RVs are engineered to barely survive the warranty period not last decades. The few exceptions worth considering are Oliver Travel Trailers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GXZcGlUDkUg) 2026-02-11T19:40Z [----] followers, 33.6K engagements "Your [----] RV Solar Is A Joke The "Factory Install" That Doesn't Even Work RV manufacturers are engineering axle failures by prioritizing marketing numbers over real-world load capacity. They advertise attractive dry weights and GVWRs but spec undersized axles weak frames and mismatched tires to hit price points and boost profit margins. The actual weight limits are often hundreds of pounds lower than advertised once you account for tongue weight realistic cargo and tire ratings. Cost-cutting measures like standard-duty axles and flexible frames mean these systems have zero safety marginone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UfJNUYc5ALI) 2026-02-15T19:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "The Only [--] Travel Trailer Brands That Won't Rot (The "Safe" List) Thor Industries and Forest River control 80% of the travel trailer market selling different badges built in the same factories with identical structural shortcuts. Their laminated wall construction uses luan wood cores that turn into composting sponges once water gets in causing delamination that's economically unrepairable by year four or five. Thor's cheapest-bidder frames flex under road stress breaking every seal and creating permanent leaks you can't stop. The electrical and plumbing systems are installed under piece-rate" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZCK0dzAfjCQ) 2026-02-10T03:43Z [----] followers, 68.4K engagements "Your [----] RV's HVAC Is Failing The "Cheap Plastic" Parts That Cost $3000 To Fix The RV industry has replaced craftsmen with assembly-line workers paid by the unit creating expensive junk that barely survives the sales process. A brand-new [----] Keystone Cougar just collapsed its own floor during transporta $42000 total loss that illustrates the industry-wide crisis. Only five brands survived forensic review by refusing to cut corners: Northwood uses real 2-inch aluminum framing and holds 60-70% resale value after ten years; Outdoors RV builds fully welded structures with genuine four-season" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dsnZHHAvQ30) 2026-02-14T21:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "THE "FACTORY WATER DAMAGE" SECRET: How They Hide Leaks Before You Buy Over [------] flooded vehicles operate on US roads with clean titles because water damage during transport and at ports happens before titlingcreating a Carfax blind spot. The reconditioning industry hides this damage through ozone treatment that destroys mold complete interior replacement ECU swaps to eliminate warning lights and title washing across state lines to erase flood designations. Dealers exploit legal loopholes to avoid disclosure if repairs fall below 3-5% of MSRP selling vehicles that appear showroom-fresh but" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-0_axlvFrbQ) 2026-02-03T00:23Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "WHY MODERN RV PLUMBING IS DESIGNED TO LEAK (THE "PLASTIC" TRUTH) Modern RV plumbing is designed to fail because manufacturers prioritize profit over durability. Cheap plastic PEX fittings crack from road vibration piece-rate factory workers skip pressure testing and sealed underbellies trap leaks until catastrophic damage occurs. Forest River uses fast clamps that pop loose Thor's lightweight frames flex and crack fittings and premium brands like Winnebago have vent misalignment issues. The entire industry switched to disposable materials while boats still use metal fittings for the same" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LI3z5cl4MRo) 2026-01-27T00:57Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "THE "LITHIUM" SCAM: WHY YOU'RE PAYING 4X TOO MUCH FOR RV BATTERIES This video exposes pricing and quality issues in the RV lithium battery market. It claims premium brands like Battle Born charge $2499 for batteries that use the same Chinese cells as budget options costing $999 or less yet fail to deliver advertised capacity and sometimes overheat during normal use. The author alleges widespread problems including fake capacity ratings (batteries delivering only 50-70% of advertised specs) use of inferior Grade B cells despite premium pricing and warranty denial tactics when products fail." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SXG6olp1V30) 2026-01-28T00:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "WHY 90% OF USED RVS ARE FINANCIAL SUICIDE (The 10-Year RV Rule) At [--] years old RVs hit a catastrophic failure point where everything breaks at once. You're looking at $10-30K in immediate repairs on a depreciating asset you likely owe more on than it's worth. Delamination roof leaks appliance failures and rotted seals all converge simultaneously. Sellers know this and dump their units right before the cliff. Parts are discontinued insurance won't cover pre-existing damage and you're stuck with negative equity. The safe zone is 3-5 years old max or you're paying $20K to hold a ticking time" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fg8eggj3JDg) 2026-01-29T23:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "The Mechanic's Warning: [--] RV Engines That Will Fail Before 50k Miles This countdown reveals six RV engines prone to catastrophic failures before [-----] miles. The list includes the Chrysler 4.7L V8 (valve seat failures from sludge buildup) Ford 5.4L Triton (cam phaser and spark plug blowouts) Workhorse 8.1L Vortec (excessive oil consumption and ring wear) Cummins ISB 5.9L (lift pump failures destroying injectors) Chevy 6.5L turbodiesel (chronic overheating and block cracks) and topping the list Ford's 6.0L Powerstroke diesel with its notorious EGR cooler failures that contaminate oil and warp" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IgzZNSqfsg4) 2026-01-20T05:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "THE "TIRE EXPLOSION" SCANDAL: WHY BRAND NEW RV TIRES ARE BLOWING UP RV manufacturers are installing the cheapest possible tires from Chinese factoriesoften brands like Greenball Mission ST and Power Kingthat are already 2-3 years old sitting in warehouses before they're ever mounted on your RV. These budget tires are frequently underrated for the actual loaded weight of the vehicle and are prone to catastrophic blowouts from heat buildup invisible internal damage and premature aging. Major recalls like the [----] Sailun recall exposed systemic design failures affecting thousands of RVers with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xdFk-np0d3Q) 2026-01-25T01:35Z [----] followers, [---] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
@rvryan1 RV Ryan
RV Ryan posts on YouTube about $flex, water, $tho, river the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [--] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
Engagements: [------] #
- [--] Week [-------] +12,599%
Mentions: [--] #
Followers: [-----] #
- [--] Week [---] +928%
CreatorRank: [-------] #
Social Influence
Social category influence finance 21.43% automotive brands 7.14%
Social topic influence $flex 28.57%, water 28.57%, $tho 14.29%, river 14.29%, major 14.29%, luxury 14.29%, real world 14.29%, buying 14.29%, materials 14.29%, frame 14.29%
Top assets mentioned Flex Ltd. Ordinary Shares (FLEX) Thor Industries, Inc. (THO)
Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"Why Your RV Just Lost 60% Of Its Worth (And Its Getting WORSE) Open a [----] NADA guide and you'll find [----] travel trailers valued at 40-60% below original MSRPthis isn't normal depreciation it's structural collapse engineered by corporate greed. Thor Industries and Forest River flooded the market during COVID building RVs with thinner fiberglass that delaminates within 18-36 months underbuilt Lippert frames that flex and crack on highways and slide-outs with OSB floors that rot from water intrusion requiring $10000+ repairs. Warranties are designed as countdown timers expiring right before"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T18:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"WHY YOUR RV AXLES ARE BENDING (The "Weight Rating" Scam) The RV industry has a systemic axle failure problem driven by cost-cutting and deceptive payload ratings. Major manufacturers like Thor Forest River Keystone and others spec Lippert axles at maximum capacity with zero safety margin while simultaneously adding heavy luxury interiors that consume payload before buyers ever load cargo. The advertised GVWR is mathematical fictionaxles bend within 5000-10000 miles because they're engineered to survive the dealer lot not real-world use. This is compounded by piece-rate assembly creating"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T00:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Why Your RV AC Is Failing The "Cheap Plastic" Part That Costs $2000 To Fix RV air conditioners are engineered to fail within 3-5 years due to cost-cutting design choices. Manufacturers use cheap plastic housings that crack from extreme roof temperatures and undersized capacitors that burn out under stress. When these $10-12 parts fail dealerships push $2000-$3000 full unit replacements instead of simple repairs. You can extend your AC's life by 5-10 years through proactive capacitor replacement every 3-5 years sealing plastic housings with marine silicone and installing a soft-start module to"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T21:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"HOW SMART AMERICANS ARE BUYING $150K RVS FOR $40K (The RV Auction Loophole) The RV industry is dominated by two corporationsThor Industries and Forest Riverwho own nearly every brand you see at dealerships. These companies prioritize speed and profit over quality using piece-rate pay lightweight materials and rushed assembly that leads to systemic failures: electrical fires detaching components frame cracks and water intrusion. Even $150000 luxury fifth wheels experience catastrophic problems within months due to poor engineering and COVID-era panic manufacturing. The smart play is buying 2-4"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T23:37Z [----] followers, 146.6K engagements
"The Only [--] RV Brands Still Worth Buying Everything Else Is Just Expensive Junk The RV industry is dominated by two corporationsThor Industries and Forest Riverthat control most brands under different badges but use the same cost-cutting construction methods. These manufacturers prioritize volume over quality employing piece-rate labor that rewards speed leading to systemic failures like delamination water intrusion frame flex and hidden rot. Most modern RVs are engineered to barely survive the warranty period not last decades. The few exceptions worth considering are Oliver Travel Trailers"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T19:40Z [----] followers, 33.6K engagements
"Your [----] RV Solar Is A Joke The "Factory Install" That Doesn't Even Work RV manufacturers are engineering axle failures by prioritizing marketing numbers over real-world load capacity. They advertise attractive dry weights and GVWRs but spec undersized axles weak frames and mismatched tires to hit price points and boost profit margins. The actual weight limits are often hundreds of pounds lower than advertised once you account for tongue weight realistic cargo and tire ratings. Cost-cutting measures like standard-duty axles and flexible frames mean these systems have zero safety marginone"
YouTube Link 2026-02-15T19:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The Only [--] Travel Trailer Brands That Won't Rot (The "Safe" List) Thor Industries and Forest River control 80% of the travel trailer market selling different badges built in the same factories with identical structural shortcuts. Their laminated wall construction uses luan wood cores that turn into composting sponges once water gets in causing delamination that's economically unrepairable by year four or five. Thor's cheapest-bidder frames flex under road stress breaking every seal and creating permanent leaks you can't stop. The electrical and plumbing systems are installed under piece-rate"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T03:43Z [----] followers, 68.4K engagements
"Your [----] RV's HVAC Is Failing The "Cheap Plastic" Parts That Cost $3000 To Fix The RV industry has replaced craftsmen with assembly-line workers paid by the unit creating expensive junk that barely survives the sales process. A brand-new [----] Keystone Cougar just collapsed its own floor during transporta $42000 total loss that illustrates the industry-wide crisis. Only five brands survived forensic review by refusing to cut corners: Northwood uses real 2-inch aluminum framing and holds 60-70% resale value after ten years; Outdoors RV builds fully welded structures with genuine four-season"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T21:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"THE "FACTORY WATER DAMAGE" SECRET: How They Hide Leaks Before You Buy Over [------] flooded vehicles operate on US roads with clean titles because water damage during transport and at ports happens before titlingcreating a Carfax blind spot. The reconditioning industry hides this damage through ozone treatment that destroys mold complete interior replacement ECU swaps to eliminate warning lights and title washing across state lines to erase flood designations. Dealers exploit legal loopholes to avoid disclosure if repairs fall below 3-5% of MSRP selling vehicles that appear showroom-fresh but"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T00:23Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"WHY MODERN RV PLUMBING IS DESIGNED TO LEAK (THE "PLASTIC" TRUTH) Modern RV plumbing is designed to fail because manufacturers prioritize profit over durability. Cheap plastic PEX fittings crack from road vibration piece-rate factory workers skip pressure testing and sealed underbellies trap leaks until catastrophic damage occurs. Forest River uses fast clamps that pop loose Thor's lightweight frames flex and crack fittings and premium brands like Winnebago have vent misalignment issues. The entire industry switched to disposable materials while boats still use metal fittings for the same"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T00:57Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"THE "LITHIUM" SCAM: WHY YOU'RE PAYING 4X TOO MUCH FOR RV BATTERIES This video exposes pricing and quality issues in the RV lithium battery market. It claims premium brands like Battle Born charge $2499 for batteries that use the same Chinese cells as budget options costing $999 or less yet fail to deliver advertised capacity and sometimes overheat during normal use. The author alleges widespread problems including fake capacity ratings (batteries delivering only 50-70% of advertised specs) use of inferior Grade B cells despite premium pricing and warranty denial tactics when products fail."
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T00:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"WHY 90% OF USED RVS ARE FINANCIAL SUICIDE (The 10-Year RV Rule) At [--] years old RVs hit a catastrophic failure point where everything breaks at once. You're looking at $10-30K in immediate repairs on a depreciating asset you likely owe more on than it's worth. Delamination roof leaks appliance failures and rotted seals all converge simultaneously. Sellers know this and dump their units right before the cliff. Parts are discontinued insurance won't cover pre-existing damage and you're stuck with negative equity. The safe zone is 3-5 years old max or you're paying $20K to hold a ticking time"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T23:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The Mechanic's Warning: [--] RV Engines That Will Fail Before 50k Miles This countdown reveals six RV engines prone to catastrophic failures before [-----] miles. The list includes the Chrysler 4.7L V8 (valve seat failures from sludge buildup) Ford 5.4L Triton (cam phaser and spark plug blowouts) Workhorse 8.1L Vortec (excessive oil consumption and ring wear) Cummins ISB 5.9L (lift pump failures destroying injectors) Chevy 6.5L turbodiesel (chronic overheating and block cracks) and topping the list Ford's 6.0L Powerstroke diesel with its notorious EGR cooler failures that contaminate oil and warp"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T05:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"THE "TIRE EXPLOSION" SCANDAL: WHY BRAND NEW RV TIRES ARE BLOWING UP RV manufacturers are installing the cheapest possible tires from Chinese factoriesoften brands like Greenball Mission ST and Power Kingthat are already 2-3 years old sitting in warehouses before they're ever mounted on your RV. These budget tires are frequently underrated for the actual loaded weight of the vehicle and are prone to catastrophic blowouts from heat buildup invisible internal damage and premature aging. Major recalls like the [----] Sailun recall exposed systemic design failures affecting thousands of RVers with"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T01:35Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing