Camp Freightliner

Camp Freightliner is back throughout 2012! The classes are open to anyone who wants to learn about motorhomes built on Freightliner Custom Chassis.

For a fee of $175 you can attend a comprehensive and captivating two-day training session in Gaffney, S.C., to learn more about the benefits of driving a motorhome built on an FCCC chassis. Topics include the air brake system, electrical system, maintenance intervals, weight distribution and vehicle storage, plus much more. This is not a hands-on workshop, but we will spend time at a bare chassis, allowing you to become more familiar with the features.

Class size is limited and will be filled on a first registration basis. If your co-pilot wants to attend, the total cost of the class for both parties will be $225. When you register, please let us know if one or two people are attending. You will receive a confirmation either by mail or email.

Below, you will find the dates of the classes as well as the form for online registration.   You may also contact Syndi Hamrick at 864-206-8267.  The training starts at 8:00 a.m., on Monday or Thursday, so you can arrive a day early, on Sunday or Wednesday, to set up at the campground or hotel.

If you would like to schedule a service appointment, please call our service center at 864-206-8683 as soon as you are registered to schedule a service appointment, as the service schedule fills up quickly.  Camping is available at the service center on a first come, first serve basis if you have a service appointment.

The 2012 Class Schedules have been set! See below!

Off-site classes are now being added!

Classes are filling-up Fast! Reserve your spot today!

2012 Class Dates:

Winnebago & Itasca owners only for classes being held at Winnebago

THOR rear engine Diesel Only for class being held at THOR.

(The class status on this page is updated regularly; all classes held in Gaffney, S.C. unless otherwise noted)

Directions to Training and Service Center:
[Map (PDF)]

From the North:
I-85 South to exit 92, turn right on Highway 11 for ½ mile – entrance to Spartanburg Community College Cherokee County Campus on left, Factory Service Center is the first right off Campus Drive.

From the South:
I-85 North to exit 92, turn left (west) on Highway 11 toward Chesnee for approximately ¾ mile – entrance to Spartanburg Community College Cherokee County Campus on left, Factory Service Center is the first right off Campus Drive.

Note for GPS Users:
Campus Drive is located across highway from intersection of Northgate Road and Highway 11.

Prerequisites:
FRED Classes: Front engine diesel only

All Other Classes: Rear engine diesel only

Winnebago & Itasca owners only for classes being held at Winnebago

THOR Diesel, THOR rear engine Diesel Only

Service Appointment Contact: (864) 206-8683

We look forward to seeing you!

Mike Cody
Sr. Service Training Instructor
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation

Camp Freightliner Details for Gaffney, SC:

Cost of Training

$175.00 for single attendance or $225.00 for driver and co-pilot for the two-day class. Pay at time of training at FCCC Factory Service Center by check, cash or credit card.

Campground

Please contact Spartanburg KOA at (864) 489-2022 to make reservations. 

Please arrive the day before your scheduled class; the class will start at 8:00 a.m. both days.

Please note that KOA does have cancellation guidelines, and Freightliner Custom Chassis has no control over these guidelines and charges.  There is a cancellation charge, and cancellations made within 48 hours of your arrival will result in forfeit of your deposit. 

Hotels

Should you decide not to bring your coach, we have rates with three hotels within two miles of the FCCC Factory Service Center. 

Hampton Inn - (864)206-0011 Exit 90

Jameson Inn - (864)489-0240 Exit 92

Sleep Inn - (864)487-5337 Exit 90

Transportation

Transportation will be provided from the campground to and from the Factory Service Center for the class. Pickup will be at your campsites at approximately 7:30 a.m., so be on the lookout for a Freightliner vehicle.

Meals

FCCC will provide lunch for both days of the class. After the first day's class, the FCCC Customer Support Department will host a 5:30 p.m. dinner at the Factory Service Center for all participants and traveling companions, with an opportunity to meet and get to know the staff of our Customer Support group and other FCCC employees.

Training Materials

FCCC will provide all supplies for the class, but we would like for you to bring the following items, if you have them:

Operator's/Maintenance Manual, Warranty Manual and Engine Manual.

Plant Tour

The FCCC Factory offers a daily tour Monday – Friday with registration beginning at 10:15 am in the main lobby, lasting between 45 mins to an hour. At approximately 200,000 sq. ft, the FCCC Factory is a must see for Freightliner Chassis Owners, you will see everything from an Engine being up-fitted with accessories, to seeing a completed Chassis ready to roll out the door to the body builder.

You are encouraged to come a day early or stay a day later for the plant tour since the Camp Freightliner class does not include a plant tour.

 *We do ask that NO OPEN TOED SHOES be worn for your safety.

The FCCC Factory is just 4 ½ miles from our Service Center and 6 miles from the KOA Campground at 552 Hyatt St, Gaffney, SC.

Service & Maintenance

If you wish to have work done on your coach at the FCCC Factory Service Center during your time here, please call and schedule as soon as possible or right after you register for class.

Service Center online
Factory Service Center phone number: (864) 206-8683 

Freightliner Custom Chassis and Winnebago are proud to offer a Camp Freightliner following the W.I.T. Grand National Rally. This will be just like the Camp Freightliner you get in Gaffney, SC for Winnebago and Itasca rear engine diesels only.

FIRST CLASS JULY 23 AND 24,

SECOND CLASS JULY 25 AND 26.

Meals 

FCCC will provide lunch for both days of the class. After the first day's class, dinner will be provided for all participants and traveling companions.

$175.00 for single attendance or $225.00 for driver and co-pilot for the two-day class. Pay at time of training.

We are happy to provide off-site classes at Rayford Crossing in Spring, TX again in 2012.

Cost of Training

$175.00 for single attendance or $225.00 for driver and co-pilot for the two-day class. Pay at time of training.

Campground

Please contact the campground at your specified location to secure a camp spot.  FCCC is not responsible for overnite reservations.  Be sure to tell them you are participating in Camp Freightliner.  Campground information:

 Spring, TX

Please arrive the day before your scheduled class; the class will start at 8:00 a.m. both days.

Meals

FCCC will provide lunch for both days of the class. After the first day's class, dinner will be provided for all participants and traveling companions.

Training Materials

FCCC will provide all supplies for the class, but we would like for you to bring the following items, if you have them:

Operator's/Maintenance Manual, Warranty Manual and Engine Manual.

Camp Freightliner Details for Offsite Classes (THOR, Elkhart, IN):  

Freightliner Custom Chassis and The THOR Diesel Club are proud to offer a Camp Freightliner following the THOR International Rally. This will be just like the Camp Freightliner you get in Gaffney, SC for THOR rear engine diesels only.

Cost of Training

$175.00 for single attendance or $225.00 for driver and co-pilot for the two-day class. Pay at time of training.

Campground

You are welcome to stay in the THOR factory parking lot for dry camping for the duration of the course. There are local campgrounds with hook-ups available.

Please contact the campground at your specified location to secure a camp spot.  FCCC is not responsible for overnite reservations. 

 Please arrive the day before your scheduled class; the class will start at 8:00 a.m. both days.

Meals

FCCC will provide lunch for both days of the class. After the first day's class, dinner will be provided for all participants and traveling companions.

Training Materials

FCCC will provide all supplies for the class, but we would like for you to bring the following items, if you have them:

Operator's/Maintenance Manual, Warranty Manual and Engine Manual.