Wow!!!! Carol thank you so much 😊, that means so much to us. We really just want to inspire others to get out and make those precious moments and memories. Life is too short and the 22MLE is a great tool to do that. Being that you have watched dozens of videos on this trailer, are you looking at getting one? It really is a great trailer. Thank you again for the great comments and thank you for watching. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 Yes, I am planning on buying one once I sell my fifth wheel and my little Rialta RV. My husband has a slow terminal cancer, and so we need to get our affairs in order. I am a campaholic, so I will always travel and camp but he can no longer travel, so this whole process is bittersweet. The 22mle will be my ninth camper, so I've got lots of history with camping. Your videos inspire me when I can't be on the road myself!
Hi Adamcampbell, yea that is a life saver. Especially if the slide is already out. Glad you liked the video. We had fun making it. Thank you so much for watching our video and please subscribe and follow along on our UA-cam adventures. Tim and Virginia.
Hey Tim and Virginia. Fellow Texan here. I really enjoyed seeing how you use your 22MLE. I am still trying to decide between 3 different Grand Design XLS models, but the 22MLE is one of the 3. My wife and I love to hike and bike. Cooking inside or out is also a favorite. Love you Blackstone grill.
Hey Bob, sorry for the delayed response. Thank you for the compliments. What did you decide to go with? Hiking, biking, cooking on the Blackstone grill…… you guys are right on track. Hope to see you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
Hey Reid, that’s great, it has been a big help for us. Welcome to the 22MLE Club and we hope to see you out there. Please subscribe and follow along and don’t forget to smash that Like button. We have a few Europe videos (Venice, Florence, Rome) out after just celebrating our 30 year anniversary. Tim and Virginia
We love all those same features you mentioned! Our 22MLE has done us well as our full-time home as we travel the country over the past year and a half, with more fun to come! It really is a spectacular couple's trailer.
Hi RVing it Up. Hey we love your videos and couldn’t agree more that it is a great trailer. Really love some of your mods. Hope to see y’all on the road. Keep up the great videos and enjoy the full time traveling. Tim and Virginia.
Outstanding Overview of Your Imagine 22MLE Day in a life camping out. One of the best, if not the best I have seen in my search for a motorhome like yours here. Very impressed by your very calm, clear, easy to understand everything you were sharing. Thank You So Much. You're a True Winner,
Hi FQN, WOW!!! you are way to kind, thank you for the very nice comments but we are just keeping it real and sharing from the heart. Thank you so much for watching our video and sharing your kind comments. Our goal is to share with family, friends and followers like yourselves in hopes that we may inspire others to make their own precious moments and memories. We are excited for you seeking a new rig. Have you narrowed down the top three rigs you like yet? Tim and Virginia
Hi Tim and Virginia. This is Frances and Jesse from Miami. Thank you for the video very informative and great ideas. We were so surprised to hear you mention us. We went ahead and upgraded to a 2022 - Xls22mle in February. We are In love with our RVILLA. We came up with that name because our last name is Revilla and took the E out of our name. Can’t wait to use ours and start our new journeys with our Xls22mle.
Love the name! You must be so anxious to take it out for the first time. Enjoy guys, and stay in touch and keep sharing more good video ideas. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Alan, woohoooo, welcome to the 22MLE club, and a great club it is. Virginia and I need to make T-Shirts or something for this club. We are so excited for you and we thank you so much for watching our videos. Please subscribe and follow along. How do you like the 22MLE so far? Have you been camping in it yet? A big Congratulations 🎉🎈🎊🍾. Now go make those precious memories. We just got back from a trip last week and we had a blast. We hope to see you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
Your channel just popped up on my feed, I must say your photography your cinematography and your production values are outstanding. You two are such great storytellers. I’m looking forward to watching the rest of your videos.
Hi TexasScout, ....WOW, thank you so much for the wonderful comments!!! Virginia and I are still learning all the technical aspects, but we just love exploring and living life to the fullest possible. We hope to not only capture our own memories on film for ourselves and our remote family members, but that it may inspire others to make those precious memories.....Life is good! but short! Again, we are so glad you are enjoying our videos as this just adds to our inspirations to have a positive effect on others. We can't thank you enough. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our channel, hit the notification bell and smash that like button. Thank you so much again TexasScout, you made our day today with your kind words.......Happy Saturday and hope to see you out there exploring the great state of Texas. Tim and Virginia.
Your the best TexasScout! Thank you 😊 we will have to give you a shout out in one of our future videos as an inspirational subscriber and how much that means to us. Tim and Virginia 👍
Just found ya. Love your channel. Do you ever mention where in Texas you are from. Or are ya? Lol. I hope this isn’t a redundant question, but where did you get that knuckle to do the xchocks?
I like your rig with both recliners and dinette. Unfortunately we have a cat so we need a bigger bathroom for her box. Your organization in the storage bay is amazing.
Hi Jane, thank you so much for watching our video. The recliners are fantastic. Thank you for the organization compliments. We hope you find the one that fits. See you on the road. Tim and Virginia
Happy Friday Sheila, so glad you enjoyed our video. Sorry we didn’t go in the cabinets, we will have to next time. Glade you enjoyed and thank you for watching. Tim and Virginia
Tim & Virginia I appreciate you taking the time to it this together. It’s opened my wife’s eyes and shows good use of space. What vehicle are you utilizing to pull your RV around?
Hi Jimmendez, Virginia and I personally thank you so much for watching our video. It still amazes us that people get value out of our videos. But we are so thankful. Yea, space and weight is the name of this game. Jim, we tow with a 2020 Ram 1500 LoneStar. We use a Blu Ox 1,000 lbs weight distribution hitch. This system tows nicely and all is level. Watch our other video “Going to get our new RV” and you can also see the weights as we use the CAT scales before, during, and after the RV and with and without a weight distribution hitch. If you haven’t already please subscribe to our channel and follow along with all of our adventures and other tips and tricks. We have a new video coming out soon “How we winterize our RV” that you may also like. Some good tips and tricks. Hope to see you out there. Thanks again, Tim and Virginia
Appreciate this real-life type of video. I have had a 40' fifth wheel and a diesel dually for a few years, living full time. I have recently settled, somewhat, into a south Texas "Port Home"... a smallish Casita with a large, full-hookup driveway for the RV. Now I've started to wonder why I need such a big RV and more so, why I need a dually as a daily driver. Time to downsize? This floorplan caught my eye; seeing it used in real life gives me a much better concept of its potential. Thank you. Cause for concern, though... a Schwintek slide.
Hi Where the Road Leads, we are so glade you enjoyed the video. We try hard to keep it real and share it real. With this open layout, the recliners, kitchen dinette, and all the storage …… we find that we don’t need much more than some good food and a cold one. The more we travel, Virginia and I realize that it’s more about just getting out there than it is about the trailer. Some of our best times were in a tent. Don’t get me wrong….. we love the trailer, but we enjoy the great outdoors together better. What ever you choose, 40’ or 22’……1/2 ton or dually…. we hope to see you out there making precious moments. Comment back when you make that final decision. We’ll be cheering for ya. Tim and Virginia
Just found your channel. Great video, looking forward to watching the rest. We also have a 22mle and Love it. Great for us youngsters with grown kids😄. Keep up the great content…we look forward to following your channel.
Hey Rustymac, glad you found us. Virginia and I can’t thank you enough for watching our video. It always amazes us that people enjoy our videos. We simply hope to inspire others to make precious memories in this short life. If y’all already own the 22MLE then you know how great it is. I absolutely agree that it’s great for us youngsters with grown kids. Now we play with the grandkids. I was working on part 2 of the other video today. The climb up Old Baldy. Should be out soon. Be sure to hit the notifications bell so you don’t miss it. Hope to meet you guys out there on the road. Thank you again Rusty for watching. 👍 Tim and Virginia
Hey Christine, we are so excited you got value out of our video. Thank you so much for watching our video and please subscribe and follow along, more to come. Tim and Virginia.
This was a great video, I mean GREAT, but there is one thing that you said you did that no one should ever do and that is leave a fire going unattended a wind could of come up and blow spark all around, to many bad probabilities could happen. Other than that your video was delivered right on . Well done and enjoy your life with camping 🎉❤ thanks again
Hi RR, thank you so much for watching our video and we are so pleased that you really liked it. Good catch and great advice on camp fire safety. In reality we really only went about as far as you see on the video because to your exact point, we didn’t want to let the fire out of our sight. Great catch though and a great reminder how we all must do our part at safety first. Thank you RR, for watching our video and we wish the same back at ya, enjoy life camping and hope to see you out there. Tim an Virginia
Hi Farmhouse Ferals, the 22MLE is in my opinion one of the best layouts out there. Good luck on buying yours and let us know when you do. Thank you so much for watching our videos. Please subscribe and follow along. We look forward to seeing you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 I'll admit though, I'm still on the fence with the 22MLE/23LDE.. Con of the 23LDE model is two dump locations, and that it's 3 feet longer... Be well!!
@The1833FarmhouseFerals yea, that was in the running when we were looking. The three cons that caused us to not pick that one was 1) we didn’t like the bathroom in the middle that blocks walk through during use even though there is another o/s door. 2) When the slide is in you loose access to the stove, bathroom, and bedroom. This was a no go for us because of quick overnight Walmart or parking lot sleep overs with the slide in. 3) it was too long to fit in our driveway for upkeep, maintenance, and pre-trip preparations. Otherwise it was one of the top contenders. But you have to make your own choice based on your preference and requirements. Good luck it is a hard choice. What is most important is just getting out there and making those precious moments and memories. Hope to see you guys out there no matter what model. Let your heart be your conscious. Tim and Virginia
Hi WakeUpandSee. Sorry for the delay, I must still be sleeping though as I don’t know who this is. But we definitely remember the restaurant and we miss it still today. Yea so we are traveling the world on cruise ships and getting down with the land camping and floating down rivers. Ultimately just making precious moments and memories and trying to inspire others to do the same. Life is short and we need to make the best of every day we get. Thank you for watching our videos and please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
I use a 13 gallon round black with stainless steel trash can in front of the electrical box. Bought it at Walmart works great! No space issues. I have the exact same rv.
Congratulations Clark, that is awesome. How was your first trip. Virginia and I are excited for you. Getting out there is so exciting. Hope to see you on the road. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 we went on 3 small trips around home to get comfy and now we are in Florida bouncing around state parks until mid March. No complaints at all, we are loving our unit.
Always love seeing you two have fun! You deserve it!!! I remember going and looking at tyou! With you when I was just a kid...you guys never stopped dreaming and look at you now. Love ya!
It’s so nice to be a kid again and get back in touch with nature. The meaning of life is so simple if we just slow down long enough to live it. Mom and I are having a blast. The only way it gets better is spending more time with our kids and grandkids. Precious moments, Love you too my daughter. Mom and Dad
Hello Tim & Virginia we're here sitting down eating and started watching you and Bang💥 you call us out and we were so surprised lol; Love how you did this video and now we're officially owners of a new 2022 XLS 22 mle; Tim, there is no one right now with a Video with real users enjoying it at their campsite. As you two are demonstrating as you camp. You even threw in the fire-pit🏁 I see your father is beautiful impact in your life🌅. Blessings from Jesse & Frances, Miami Florida Thank You So Much, from RVILLA. Travels
Hi guys, We are so excited for you and the new 22MLE. A BIG congratulations!!! to both of you ……. It is such a great trailer. We just brought ours home into the driveway tonight getting ready for another trip this Thursday. Thank you so much for watching our videos, it means so much to us. Yes, Dad has always been a big impact in our lives. Thank you for reading between the lines. Virginia and I hoped the video would surprise you guy’s. You had a great perspective and idea. Here’s to many many more precious memories in your new trailer. Virginia and I can only hope to see y’all out there on the road someday. Stay in touch and let us know how you guys are liking the 22MLE. Tim and Virginia.
@@Safemaker1 Tim, you're very kind. Our daughter moved out to Waxahachie, TX. So yes at some point we can meet up or hey maybe you folks come into Florida for our beautiful Winter weather lol ; We took delivery of the XLS 22mle Feb 4th from Cookeville, RV & Marine in Tennessee. We winter camped 3 nights at Bledsoe State Park, TN. They gave us top dollar for our trade in. And our son lives an hour away. I saw Frances reply and it sounded as if we didn't go anywhere yet lol Yes lets hope we can meet up one day maybe in TX or somewhere in between. But our TT is parked next to our home. Here Cutler Bay, FLA basically it's "Miami" End of month we set off to Koreshan State Park, Estero Fla on the Gulf Coast. Every month we'll be at a State park here in FLA God willing. Tim & Virginia please check us out on our Facebook page "Rvilla Travels" this way you see your audience. Looking forward to your trips and great original content Safe travels 🌅
In our RV we also had a time finding a place for the trash bag. We ended up using grocery store bags with the little handles on the top. We then opened our lower cabinet door and there was a latch affair that was attached to the top corner of each door we would hook one handle of the bag over that latch bring the bag over the top of the door, close the door and you now have a very convenient trash bag and they’re free. When it’s full of course tie the handles together placed them in the dumpster. Super easy no waste baskets to deal with, no bags to buy. If you don’t have a latch at the top of your door, maybe add a little hook either screwed in or stick on. We’ve used this option for over 13 years in our motorhome and love it. PS also no more bending down to fill or empty it😂😂
Hello 👋 Tim And Virginia. This was a very informative and helpful video. Thank you for sharing this with us. I look forward to purchasing the IMAGINE XLS MLE thanks to your video. Enjoy and happy travels.
Hi reginaldmitchell4007, thank you so much for watching our video. Virginia and I are so happy that you found it helpful and that you are taking about joining the 22MLE club. We really love ours. Merry Christmas and happy New Year and we look forward to seeing you out there on the road. Please smash that like button and subscribe and follow along. We are excited for you! Tim and Virginia.
We are trying Scott. For our 30 year anniversary, we spent a month in Italy and Greece and it used up all our vacation time for the year, so we didn’t have any vacation time left to go camping. Unfortunately and fortunately we both still work full time so is hard to squeeze it all in. But we will keep it coming. Thank you so much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia.
Yep, that was the big seller for us too. We like the dinette AND the theatre seating. I like the Cougar Half-ton 22MLE or 22RBS as well, the have 2- 30lb tanks and a King size bed. Haylette RV has videos on them in 2020 and 2021. Great video
Hi Todd, thanks again for watching our videos as this means so much to Virginia and I. We too looked at the Cougar version but there was just something special about the 22 MLE Imagine that won us over. Obviously the same for you. You guys are now in the 3rd week of March there in KY and probably ready to get out there for the new season. You must be so anxious. We are heading out tomorrow after work for our next trip. Loading everything up right now. Hope to see you out there on the roads. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Jesse and Frances hope y’all are doing well. That is just too funny. They not only seen the video…..but also figured it out that it was you guys we were talking about. Small world. Another coincidence is that we just drove through Waxahachie today. We flew to NY last week to visit my dad and while we were there we caught COVID and couldn’t fly back home. So we had to rent a car and drive home to Texas. Took us four days but we are doing much better today. Great to hear from you, safe travels and watch out for that COVID. Tim and Virginia
Fantastic video. My wife and I are planning on getting an 22MLE in the next year or so. I love the Texas State Park system and growing up we packed our family of 4 in a little 17 foot Shasta and visited most of the State Parks in Tx. I'm in San Antonio so we're looking forward to Garner, Goose Island, Palmetto, etc etc.
Hi Corey, thank you so much for watching our video and we are really glade you enjoyed it. You won’t be disappointed with the MLE. We just bought the Texas state park card and already broke even on our Garner State Park. We too, love the state Parks. We just booked McKinney Falls for late September. We too are in San Antonio and I will have to research Goose Island and Palmetto. Please subscribe so you can follow along and don’t forget to smash that like button, it really helps us. We are so close to each other that we hope to see you out there in the parks when you buy yours. Comment back and share when you finally get it. We took about a year also. We will be rooting for y’all. Tim and Virginia.
@@candyjamaican Actually we bought a Jayco Jay Flight. We decided it would be a great unit to start with but the 22mle was a close second. And I still believe it’s the best couples trailer out there
Thank you Bob. Glad this was helpful. We have some more good stuff coming soon so be sure to subscribe and click that notification bell so you get notified when we post new content. Bob do you have any special requests for something you would like to see in future videos?
To keep from carrying around a level I downloaded a app that has a 4 way bubble level on my phone. Has helped me with several things around the home also.
Hey Chris, thank you so much for watching our videos and the great comment. We do put a lot of work into editing. Each video is probably close to 70+ hours of work. Thank you again and please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
We have a 17MKE with the Murphy bed & recliner couch - the couch is super comfortable! We also love our kitchen counter (10’ long 😆). These are great trailers!
Hi Travel Small Live Big, Grand A Design makes some of the best designs. We love ours too. So glad y’all are out there making precious moments and memories. Hope to see you out there. Thank you for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia
We have the same camper and are leaving our maiden voyage in 10 days! Love the Paclock system! I noticed your paper towel on the counter. I mounted an “undercounter” stick on paper towel holder vertically on the face frame of the slide to the left of the stove. Works great!
Awesome and a super CONGRATULATIONS on your new camper Ann!!! You guys are going to love, love, love it. Start that count down 10, 9, 8, 7….. Virginia and I use a marker on our bathroom mirror for our count downs. We are so happy for you guys. It’s 8:30 at night and I just finished washing ours and getting it ready for our next trip this Thursday. Yes, like the trash can, we have not figured out where to put the paper towels either. Please send pictures. And most importantly comment back after your first trip, Virginia and I would love to hear how you enjoyed your first trip. Send us a picture with a thumbs up in front of your new rig. Go make precious moments Ann. Thank you so much for watching our videos. It means so much to us. Hope to see you out there on the road…… Tim and Virginia.
Just found your channel and am loving your videos. We've pretty much decided on the 22MLE as it tends to check off all the boxes for us. I like how you added the hooks to the storage area; looks like it really helps keep it organized. How do you feel you RAM tows the 22MLE - what is the payload on your truck? TIA.
Hi Thomas, sorry for the delay. We are so thankful that you like our videos. We love our 22MLE, it checked off all our boxes too. Our Ram 1500 tows fine with a weight distribution hitch. However it is approximately 75% of the max payload when everything is loaded, including ourselves. The truck has a payload limit of 1735. The hook system we bought at Walmart and it has helped a lot. Just be sure you screw it into the studs and not just the paneling. We especially like how with just a push of a button we can change out the individual hook types. Best of luck on making your decision. Comment back once you do. We are excited to know what you choose. Tim and Virginia.
Great video-so informative on basic TT living! Only thing that would have helped was to know how tall you are Tim, as a tall guy, I would have been able to judge how you were fitting in there!! Good work!
Hi Suffolkguy, so sorry for the delay. First, thank you so much for watching our videos. And thank for the kind remarks. So to answer your question about my high, I am 6’ tall. I have no issues fitting in the trailer and I just fit in the shower with 3-4 inches to spare. I hope that helps. Again so sorry for the delay. Tim and Virginia.
I enjoyed your video. Thank you for all the info. I’d like to buy a couples camper. And I want to make sure my truck will pull it with no problem, we have similar trucks so I’m sure it’ll be fine. Just need to find a camper like yours. Great video!
Max, thank you so much for watching our video. We absolutely love our 22MLE. Just be sure to do your diligence to match up your truck’s towing capabilities and payload limits. Tim and Virginia
Wow, thank you very much for this practical video. You're very creative in videography, loved the video! My good buddy sent it to me as we are very seriously considering buying this very camper! *** say, what engine do you have on your RAM 1500? Cheers, Eric
Hi Eric, I am so sorry for the delayed response. Thank you so much for watching our video. Did you guys ever buy one. As for the engine we have a V8 5.7 Hemi with a 3.92 axle ratio. Tim and Virginia
@Safemaker1 Yes, that's the same truck, engine, and rear Axle ratio, too. 😎 It's my 2nd RAM 1500 and both with the RAMBOX option. I do wish I had the Quad Air Suspension my 1st one had. But the 1st one had the V6 engine and only towed modest sailboats and Pop-Up camper. I'm very pleased with the overall power towing the 22MLE. However, even with a very nice load leveling hitch, I wish she handled the tongue weight better. My tongue weight can get over 700 lbs loaded. I'm seriously considering moving my battery inside under the bed. That 50lbs moved 5' would be 250 ft-lbs improvement. What changes have you and Virginia made to Lilly? Cheers, Eric
@@Safemaker1 no I don’t now, but years ago we had a couple different ones, although we had little time off then. My husband had a lot of talent in that he could pretty much fix anything. Unless your blessed with funds to fix them it’s better to just enjoy others doing the dream. Just watched a couple of your cruise videos! That looked like so much fun!
Yea, there is the cost and maintenance factor. We are glad to hear that you were able to get out there and enjoy it even though perhaps in the past. Yea we also love seeing the world through cruising. We have one coming up in May going to Italy and the Greek islands so subscribe and keep your eye out, those will be amazing videos. Great to chat with you, keep making and remembering those precious memories. Tim and Virginia
Thanks for putting this together. I recently found and subscribed to your channel so I'm still catching up. Showing how you actually use your trailer is very helpful! One thing we're wondering about is "door vs curtain" for the bedroom as we are making a decision on a trailer. I haven't found any videos showing what it looks like "behind the curtain". How you deal with one person sleeping in while the other is up and around or if someone is a night owl. Just a thought as you produce more videos. Thanks! Pat
Hi PSinnovations, we are so happy you found us and thank you so much for watching our videos and subscribing. Door vs curtains is a great question. I say that because when we were looking for a trailer Virginia was absolutely set on we must have a separate bedroom with a door. After looking at so many different trailers, we came to realize that a separate bedroom seemed to feel very small and claustrophobic. They also typically require two AC’s which then bumps you up to 50amps. The fact that Virginia and I would be alone 95% of the time we decided a separate bedroom is not required. I say this because we typically get up and go to bed at the same time. And to be honest, in most any trailer when one person gets up and starts walking around regardless of a door, the other person is going to hear and feel the trailer movement. so when we saw the open layout of the 22MLEE, we just knew this was the one. The whole thing just seems so much bigger without a separate bedroom. The separated bedrooms always seem so small to us. As for the curtain, honestly we have never used it yet. if it is just the two of you and you don’t expect guests but once a year you may get better value with the open space and atmosphere. Bottom line, this is a very personal choice but hopefully this will give you some ideas. Thanks again and we wish you the best in choosing your rig. Let us know what you finally decided on. I think this would make a good video in the future…. door vs curtain. Hope to see you guys out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
Hi Vickie8612, yea we absolutely love this trailer. Thank you so much for watching or videos. We have a 2020 Ram 1500 that we use to tow. We have no issues towing. Be sure to match up both pull capacity and payload capacity. We do utilize a weight distribution system. Tim and Virginia
Hi Tim and Virginia, we just enjoyed watching your "How We Use Our XLS 22 MLE" video. We are seriously looking at getting the 22 MLE in the near future. We learned a lot from both of you. A couple of questions: 1) What make, model, and engine size do you use to pull the 22 MLE? 2) Where in the travel trailer is your DVD player located? Thank you.
Hi Amangani, Virginia and I are always amazed when others enjoy our videos. Thank you so much for watching. The 22MLE is an excellent trailer. We have had it for over one year now and would buy it all over again. We absolutely love all the storage and the great open feeling of the layout. We have a 2020 Ram 1500 Longhorn with a 5.7 Hemi and the eight speed automatic transmission with the 3.92 rear end. It has a 11,400 lb tow capacity and approximately 1,700 payload capacity. The DVD is built into the radio system and ties directly into the TV by HDMI cable. Hop this helps y’all and hope to se you out there on the road. Let us know when you get yours. Tim and Virginia
Hi Tim, great video. Do you happen to have links to the propane fittings you used for your blackstone? I have the same model but I haven’t been able to find the right fittings for the quick disconnect.
Hi Tim love your videos. Are you and Virginia still camping in your 22mle? My wife and are looking for a new couples camper. Have not seen one in person yet. But your video helps. Any negative about the 22 MLE.
Thank you so much for a honest and genuine review of how you camp in your camper. I can tell that you all enjoy the experience and each other’s company. This is what we are looking forward to as we search for our first camper. I ran across your video as I’m researching this very model. Thank you so much again for such great information. I can’t wait to find the second edition. All the best!
Hi Tracy, yes we have a blast and really cherish our time together. Precious moments and memories. We love the 22MLE model and we would buy it all over again. Thank you so much for watching our video and best of luck on your decision. Hope to see you out there. Tim and Virginia
Hi Christine, Virginia and I are so happy you enjoyed our video and that it was helpful. We are still amazed that people like to watch our videos. As to what kind of truck… we have a Ram 1500 Lonestar, with a 8 cylinder 5.7 Hemi and a 3.92 axle ratio. We have no issues towing. Hope this helps. Tim and Virginia
Great job on the video, love the real world use of the setup. We are down to the xls rbe and rockwood 2205s. I have read alot of reviews of quality issues with the xls. It seems yours is doing just fine? The xls is definitely a great layout with great features. Thumbs up on the vid👍👍
Hi 2RC, sounds like you’re doing your homework and really taking your time and doing it right. Great job…. that is the best way. In fact Virginia misses the fun we use to have just going out and looking at them all. It took us over a year to be sure of our choice of rig, dealers, and options. All I can say is after looking, comparing, and researching we just knew when we found the right one for us. Enjoy the journey, and you will just know when and which is the right one. Then the fun really begins when you start making those precious moments and memories. We are excited for the two of you and would be very interested in which of the three you guys go with. Comment back when you pull the trigger. We’re here cheerleading you on. Thank you so much for watching, subscribing and especially giving us two thumbs up……lol, our granddaughter Lucy scores my cooking with one or two thumbs up. I’m guessing you seen that in the Halloween video. Thank you so much guys for the great feedback. We will be on standby….. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 Thanks for the reply! Agreed, definitely is fun to shop and compare. I have my interests and hobbies and my wife would like to start traveling and camping. I decided to do a little research after she finally made the decision that she really wants to start camping in a travel trailer. I had no idea I would fall into this massive worm hole of brands, floorplans, options, roof materials etc etc....Its truly amazing how many options are out there and how much there is to learn about real camping. I will definitely check in and let you know the final choice. I do think we will be ordering to get the specific options wanted. Just stumbled across your video but subbed and will check out your others👍 God Bless and enjoy your travels!
Looks like your have a good time and using it as it should be. Have you weighed your trailer with a fully loaded refrigerator, food and all your gear? Interested to see what that typically adds to the empty weight.
Hi Wayne… so sorry for the delayed response. Yes we have weighed it with it being fully loaded. It added about a thousand and five hundred plus pounds to the empty weight. This seems like a lot but things to consider. Coffee maker, pots and pans, dishes, silverware, bowls, cups, linens, and then all the clothing, and everything in the basement. Black stone grill, chairs, table, tools and everything else. Hope this helps you. Don’t forget the food and drinks. One pound per can of soda. Thanks again for watching. Please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Tim and Virginia! We just stumbled across your channel and you guys are awesome. Like everyone else is saying, most videos are walk-throughs and we love how you show how to use and enjoy it. We just bought ours and should be picking it up at the end of this week. Also love the modification ideas including the hard drive on the back of the TV. If you don’t mind sharing, what source do used to get your movies and music from to download to the hard drive? Looking forward to more videos! Thank you for sharing 😁❤️
Hello user-jg2gg2np8c…… so sorry for the delayed response. A BIG belated Congratulations 🎊🎉🍾🎈 and a special welcome to the 22MLE Club. Virginia is sitting here with me and she is so excited for you guys. I wish you could send us a picture through this crazy app. Anywho, we wish you guys the best, and hope to see you out there on the road making precious moments……Tim and Virginia
Just picked up our new 22mle last week with lots to learn! Husband and I are in our 60's and this is our first rv, so very new experience for us and a bit overwhelming. Love your channel and newly subscribed! Question...would you be able to share info on your hard drive you velcro to back of your TV? From what I understand, not all external hard drives would work for this type of use. Thanks so much in advance!
Hi Susan, a big congratulations to you and your husband. Virginia and I remember that day so vividly. We were petrified to drive it off the lot. So a big welcome to the 22MLE Club! I feel like we should make some T-Shirts for the club. You are correct there is a lot to learn, but the journey is one third of the fun. We camped the very first night right in our driveway. We had a blast. Although I remember the mattress wasn’t the best. Take it one step at a time and watch a lot of how to videos. Thank you so much for watching and subscribing to our channel. As to the hard drive question, here is the information and a link. WD 1TB Black-My Passport Ultra Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBTLG0010BGY-WESN (Old Generation) a.co/d/gWQne7T Best of luck and don’t forget to enjoy the learning journey……. together…… and make those precious memories and moments. We are so happy for y’all and can only hope to see you out there on the road. Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions. A big Congratulations again! Tim and Virginia 👍🎊🎉🍾⛺️🏔️
@@Safemaker1 Thanks so much we are very appreciative! As to the mattress ...I purchased a replacement before we even picked up the trailer! Hope to see you and Virginia on the road down the line 😊
Really enjoy your insights. This has been very informative. We just got the same trailer and are excited to implement some of the ideas you use. I do have a question for you. What is your opinion on getting and extended warranty? Did you get one? If so, do you have recommendations? (Dealer, other like Good Sam, etc.)?
Hi Ecker, a big CONGRATULATIONS on the new trailer……..and……Welcome to the 22MLE Cub! It is truly one of the best out there. We did get an extended warranty. It was offered through the dealer. We purchased our rig through ExplorUSA San Antonio. Basically they offered three levels of warranty. Low, medium and high. We purchased the medium level as we didn’t feel we needed the high end items like fabric stain coatings, exterior wax sealant, etc. I would simply recommend that you do your homework as you are doing now, and choose the one you best think fits your situation. Each can be so different. Another recommendation I would offer if you have the ability is to create your own personal emergency fund. This is good for quick easy fixes as warranty issues may be in the form of reimbursements if you are on the road and you don’t want to interrupt your trip at the time. Especially if it’s minor. Thank you so much for watching our videos and again congratulations. Hope to see you out there making precious memories. Tim and Virginia. We are so excited for y’all.
Where did you get the rail with the hooks in the pass thru? I’ve looked around and can’t find that same one. I like the way the design of the hooks and the way they are laid out.
Hi Lakeside, thank you for watching our videos. I bought it at Walmart. They sell multiple types of hooks that clip right on to the rail. Just make sure you hit the studs screwing the rail into the basement . Thanks again, please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
Tiim and Virginia; GREAT VIDEO; I just stumbled onto your video's. Love the logical examples of how you do setup and use the rig. Your customizations are good examples and got me 'thinking' what/how I can tweak my 22MLE. I like the 'knuckle' you used for the tire braces. I did a quick search for that 'thing', not sure what it's called to do a search for it. Can you maybe let me know what it's called if not the product name. Thanks! Keep up the videos', I'll be following! Tim; disregard; I was able to find that 1/4 hex shank 90 degree angle extensions. Just needed to slow down and think for a minute!
Hi DS, so glad you found us. Yea we try to keep everything as efficient and logical as possible. The angle extension knuckle is one of my favorite tools for set up. Makes for less back bending and quick set up of the X-chocks. Thank you so much for watching our videos DS. Please subscribe if you haven't already and smash that like button. Thank you for following along. Hope you enjoyed Episode II of this video tonight. Hope to see you out there on the road and in the camp sites. Tim and Virginia..... and thank you again DS for watching. :)
Enjoyed the video... I was looking at a 23LDE at a RV show here in KC, I noticed on the 23LDE when the slide is out on the right side at the floor - there is a gap big enough for a chipmunk to crawl through. Have you noticed any gaps like this on the 22MLE?
Hi Rodboatwright, thank you so much for watching our video. We looked at the LDE also we just favored the open concept of the MLE better. Yea we have what I would call a black plastic cup in the floor at the corner of the slide area. It does have a flex hole in the bottom of the black plastic cup which allows for the electrical wiring to come through. The flex hole is kinda large for the one wire. We typically put a stainless steel wool pad in there so the mice don’t get through. They won’t chew on the metal. But you have to be absolutely sure that the pad is way down in there so it doesn’t get caught in the slide wheels or tracks. Good luck and hope you find the one that fits you best, and hope to see you out there on the road. Please subscribe if you haven’t already and follow along in our adventures. Tim and Virginia.
Hi! Thank you for sharing. We just bought one today! I was wondering if this has a bumper rated to attach a bike rack. I didn’t think to ask the dealer. Any ideas on that? You guys are gems for sharing your knowledge on all of this. Safe travels!
Hi wderoker, so sorry for the delayed response. A BIG congratulations 🍾🎈🎊🎉 is in order. Welcome to the 22MLE Club!!! So I am assuming you have been out there with it already. Hope all is going good 👍. As for the bike rack, we never did add one to the bumper. It just didn’t seem strong enough. Our two bikes are very heavy. We never did ask the dealer. Congratulations again, let us how things are going and thank you so much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Brian, thank you so much for watching our videos and the great comment of “awesome video.” We can only hope you subscribe and smash that like 👍 button. As to the aluminum foil shiny side, I must say thank you for the insight because I never knew that. We are excited to have learned something new today. I will be sure to give you a shout out in our video the next time we cook with foil. This will be in just a few weeks during our next trip. Tim and Virginia
Hey y’all! We think we’re getting this model too. We plan to retire in January and do lots of traveling. Y’all have helped us see how we can use the space. We’re also in Texas. Great videos. New subscribers!!
Hey Small Town Picker, that is great. You won’t be disappointed. The 22MLE is a classic for good reason. Thank you so much for watching our videos and subscribing to our channel. Keep in touch and let us know when you join the 22Team and how you like it. We just got back Tuesday from another trip. Hope to see y’all out there on the road and in the campsites. Tim and Virginia.
Where did you get the 90 degree tool to lower your trailer supports? My wife and I are just getting started in RVing. We purchased a new 2022 238BHS for us and our pets. I'm getting all the items needed for our first outing.
A big belated Congratulations 🎉🍾🎊🎈….. that is awesome. We got the 1/4” 90 degree angle drive at Walmart. How did your first outing go? Hope to see you guys out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
Hey Carol, thank you so much for watching our video. Great idea…. at least the trash will be clean too. Welcome to the 22MLE Club! It’s an awesome travel trailer. Please subscribe and hit that notification bell and follow along. We hope to see you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia.
Enjoyed the video! We have the Cougar 22RBS. Watching you hook up your BS griddle to the gas makes me wonder why these RV designers (including Keystone) insist on putting so much of the hardware in positions that require the user to get down on their hands and knees. My old knees don’t like that!
Hi Patrick, thank you so much for watching our video. My knees feel your pain…..lol. They do put some of this hardware in hard to reach positions. In fact, I have to admit I had to cut the video at that very point because it took two hands and two try’s to push the hose in the quick connect fitting. So, you definitely caught that edit…..just keeping it real, pain and all. The fresh water dump valve is almost a full arms length underneath. But hey, we all have to get our exercise in somehow…. Lol. Hope you guys are enjoying your Cougar, we were looking closely at that one too. Hope you are out there making precious memories regardless of Brand names. We hope to see you out there on the road and maybe… just maybe one of the design engineers will hear our pain. Please don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already and smash that like button. That helps us a lot. Cheers….Tim and Virginia.
Hi michaelrucinski2872, thank you so much for watching our video. You saw that too, lol, yes we like our fruits and grains. Please subscribe for more videos if you liked this one. Hope to see you out there on the road and we can share a grain or two. Tim and Virginia
Hi Ricky, thank you so much for watching our videos. We bought the table through Amazon, the description is GCI Outdoor Compact Camp Table 20” Outdoor Folding Table. We really like this table and it is still going strong. Thank you again for watching and we can’t only ask you to please subscribe and follow along. Hope to see you out there. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Tim! We saw your video on the XLS 22MLE. Ironically we looked at one yesterday. Thinking about buying it. We really liked it. You actually explained it better than the salesman. I was wondering if you have any problems towing it with your TV. I have a 1/2 ton Ford F150 with turbo boost. Do you think it would handle the weight of this trailer okay? Is this an all season camper?
Hi Two Peas in a Pod…… love the name. We don’t have any problems with our tow vehicle although we are at approximately 75-80% of the trucks payload capacity. As far as it’s tow capacity we have plenty of capacity left. I think it can pull 11,000lbs plus and the trailer only weighs in at 5,500lbs and maybe another 1,000lbs of our stuff. But tow capacity is never usually the limiting aspect, it is always the payload capacity. You will have to seek this out from your tow vehicle’s capacity. Be careful as this changes with different models and trim packages. Hope this helps and thank you for watching our videos. Be safe…. Tim and Virginia
Hi Steve, Virginia and I thank you so for watching our videos. We bought it on Amazon and the brand and description is….. Dock N Stow Trailer Jack Block, RV Tongue Stand Stores on Frame, Fits Most Jack, Post, Foot, or Wheel, for Camper, Pop Up, Boat, or Travel Trailer, Black GEN1. Virginia and I hope this helps, we still use the same one today. Tim and Virginia.
Hi usermu4gz, we bought the 90 degree angle at Walmart. It has been a great tool for putting in the X-chocks. I would encourage everyone to get one. Thank you for watching our videos and please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
Hey Bearfoot…. So sorry for the late response. First thank you so much for watching our videos. We bought the hard drive on Amazon. Western Digital WD 1TB My Passport Portable External Hard Drive. Tim and Virginia
Great video... can you tell me the width of the entry door? Can I get something that is 27in wide inside? The Grand Design website states door is 28 inches but I have not seen or measured it myself.
Hi Marci, they are BAL X-chock wheel stabilizers. We ordered through Amazon. They are still working great. Glad you enjoyed our video and thank you so much for watching. Hope to see you out there. Tim and Virginia
Hi DJMark, we do have a 1/2 ton Ram, and we have no issues pulling the trailer. If I had the option I think I would prefer a 3/4, but it was the truck I had.
Thank you so much for watching our videos. I think if I lived in the big mountain regions like Utah or Colorado I would recommend a 3/4 ton. But on the flat plains of Texas and minimal mountains, the 1/2 ton does fine. Thanks again, Tim and Virginia
Great video. We just purchased the exact unit. Wr will be picking it up in 2 weeks from the rv dealership. Just wondering how your dodge 1/2 ton pulls it ? I will be towing with my 2021 toyota tundra. Thanks
Hi RT, wow that is so exciting, two weeks. We absolutely love our 22MLE. You must be so excited for that day to come. We remember it well. As far as pulling with our truck, we use a weight distribution anti sway hitch that helps a lot. Our Ram 1500 with the 5.7 Hemi pulls just fine. As far as payload weight, we are pretty close once the trailer is loaded with all our stuff. We have around 300-400 lbs capacity left. So the weight distribution hitch really does the job. Overall, the half ton trucks work but most 1/2 ton trucks will be around 75% or more of their payload capacity. So check, learn and verify your specific trucks numbers found in the driver’s side door jam. The best way to know is to hit the CAT scale with the truck only, then with the dry trailer, then with the loaded trailer. Best of luck RT, we are so excited for y’all, your going to love it. Do you have your first trip planned? Please subscribe and follow along and please comment back an let us know how you like it. Welcome to the the MLE Club. Hope to see y’all out there …. Congratulations again …… Tim and Virginia
Hi Bernie, great question and thank you so much for watching our video. We looked at travel trailers for almost two years an literally went inside over two three hundreds of units. We always kept coming back to the 22MLE. The biggest selling points for us was 1. The open design concept. It felt bigger than most 2. The huge amount of storage. 3. It had both the table dinette and the recliner chairs. 4. The inside color scheme we loved. 5. The overall weight matching to our Ram 1500 payload and towing capacities. 6. It’s length just barely fits in our driveway so we can do maintenance, cleaning and loading at home. 6. Grand A Design seemed to have one of the better reputations of quality and it felt like a hire level of quality when sitting in it at the dealerships. There are a few similar ones out there and we thought about them all, but the 22MLE was the best fit for us. There are many UA-cam videos out there comparing the most similar ones to the 22MLE. Hope this helps and wish you the best on making a decision. Tim and Virginia
Hi Boulder, We pull with a 2020 Ram 1500 Longhorn. The trucks payload capacity limit is between 1700 and 2300 depending on configurations like engine size, type and other equipment options. Mine is 1800 and we are usually around 1400-1500. As for the tow capacity,I think the truck is around 17,000 and our 22MLE comes in around 8000 fully loaded. I hope this helps but I must follow with to be safe you need to do the research for your specific tow vehicle and travel trailer to be accurate. You also need to consider your axle ratings and your tires. Please be safe and do your due diligence for both your safety and the safety of others on the road. Thank you for watching our videos, please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Johanne W, I use the DeWalt 20 Watt Max model number DCF885 1/4” cordless impact driver. Thank you for watching our video hope to see you out there. Tim and Virginia
Hi Raymond, yea Starlink seems to be the up and coming thing. Do you have it yet and if so how does it work? Thank you for watching our video. Tim and Virginia
Hi ST, you are likely correct when it comes to the blocks. Especially on blacktop in the hot summer so as not to dig into the tarmac. Thank you for reminder. And, thank you so much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia
Hi Bearfoot, we too looked at the LDE. We didn’t like when the slide is in you can’t get to restroom or bedroom without going outside and around. This becomes important if yo overnight on the road traveling. Like at a Walmart or Cracker Barrel. Also we didn’t like that when the bathroom is in use, no one can pass through the trailer. This is why we went with the MLE. But each person has their own individual needs and preferences. Good luck and let us know which one you choose. And thank you for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia
I have found the build quality of our 2022 22MLE to be marginal (2 of the 3 hot water heater bypass valves were encapsulated in the foam) and the trailer is small for me, I am 6'2" (average weight) and feel cramped while standing. The bathroom sink is unusable for anything but handwashing and we have already replaced the foam for the dinette. The recliner feels like a 7/8 scale for me. First thing I do before leveling is checking the AC avoiding a poor power source and moving a leveled trailer. And I would sure like to know how you transport your bikes !!! Nice vid thanks.
Hi MarkSDCA, thank you so much for watching our video. yea the build quality of any brand of travel trailer is marginal. As you know if you looked at any amount or trailers that this is typical throughout the industry, but of most brands the Grand A Design tends to come out on top. As for our bikes we just throw them in the bed of the truck. Please subscribe for more videos if you liked this one. Hope to see you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
Noticed you where towing with the Ram 1500. How did it do? We've been towing our wildwood 23rbs with a ram and it's seems to struggle up steep grades. Our last 3300 mile trip with lots of passes we only averaged 9 mps's.
Hi Jason, so sorry for the delayed response to your comments. Yes, we tow with a 2020 Ram 1500. We haven't had any real problem with it. It seems to have plenty of horses when it comes to pulling however, we are in Texas and most roads are pretty flat around here. We do get into the hill country periodically and it seems to do fine. It will down shift in tow mode for some of the big highway hills, but we tend to keep it around 55-60 and do well. If we were going to Utah and Colorado, we may have a different opinion as it is all relative to the size of the hills/mountains. We average around 10 mpg taking it really easy. We have discussed potentially a 2500 maybe in the future if we state traveling the states. Jason, thank you so much for watching our video and if you haven't already, please subscribe and hit that like button. We are so glad to hear you are out there doing it yourselves. Hope to see you out there at the camp sites one day. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Anthony, we operate with a 2020 Ram 1500 with a 5.7 Hemi (410 hp) and eight speed automatic transmission with a 3.92 rear end. You will have to dig up the specific specifications for your truck, trim model, engine, transmission and rear end ratio to match the trailer. Both towing and payload limits that can usually be found on the specifications sticker on the driver’s door jam. You will also need to ensure the truck has trailer brakes. Thank you for watching our videos. Be sure to do your due diligence, safety first. Tim and Virginia
Hi Sibuck, sorry for the delay. Yes we tow with a 2020 Ram 1500 and it does just fine. We are within all cargo, axles, and pull capacities. Just barely on the cargo capacity. The truck rates in at 1800lbs on cargo capacity and we come in just around 1500 including us, gear and a full tank of fuel. If we were driving and traveling long distances and or through the Rocky Mountains I think I would recommend a Ram 2500 vs the 1500. I hope this helps. Again thank you for watching our videos and please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
Excellent video about how to use the 22mle. I've watched a dozen videos on this rig and yours is the BESTf!
Wow!!!! Carol thank you so much 😊, that means so much to us. We really just want to inspire others to get out and make those precious moments and memories. Life is too short and the 22MLE is a great tool to do that. Being that you have watched dozens of videos on this trailer, are you looking at getting one? It really is a great trailer. Thank you again for the great comments and thank you for watching. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 Yes, I am planning on buying one once I sell my fifth wheel and my little Rialta RV. My husband has a slow terminal cancer, and so we need to get our affairs in order. I am a campaholic, so I will always travel and camp but he can no longer travel, so this whole process is bittersweet. The 22mle will be my ninth camper, so I've got lots of history with camping. Your videos inspire me when I can't be on the road myself!
I love the 90 degree angle drill adapter. Good Tips and tricks.
Hi Adamcampbell, yea that is a life saver. Especially if the slide is already out. Glad you liked the video. We had fun making it. Thank you so much for watching our video and please subscribe and follow along on our UA-cam adventures. Tim and Virginia.
Hey Tim and Virginia. Fellow Texan here. I really enjoyed seeing how you use your 22MLE. I am still trying to decide between 3 different Grand Design XLS models, but the 22MLE is one of the 3. My wife and I love to hike and bike. Cooking inside or out is also a favorite. Love you Blackstone grill.
Hey Bob, sorry for the delayed response. Thank you for the compliments. What did you decide to go with? Hiking, biking, cooking on the Blackstone grill…… you guys are right on track. Hope to see you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
we cleared the spot for the charging station tonight in our MLE after watching your video. great hack! keep’em coming
Hey Reid, that’s great, it has been a big help for us. Welcome to the 22MLE Club and we hope to see you out there. Please subscribe and follow along and don’t forget to smash that Like button. We have a few Europe videos (Venice, Florence, Rome) out after just celebrating our 30 year anniversary. Tim and Virginia
We love all those same features you mentioned! Our 22MLE has done us well as our full-time home as we travel the country over the past year and a half, with more fun to come! It really is a spectacular couple's trailer.
Hi RVing it Up. Hey we love your videos and couldn’t agree more that it is a great trailer. Really love some of your mods. Hope to see y’all on the road. Keep up the great videos and enjoy the full time traveling. Tim and Virginia.
What truck do you guys use? Thinking about getting into the life.
@@calw8217 Silverado 1500
Outstanding Overview of Your Imagine 22MLE Day in a life camping out. One of the best, if not the best I have seen in my search for a motorhome like yours here. Very impressed by your very calm, clear, easy to understand everything you were sharing. Thank You So Much. You're a True Winner,
Hi FQN, WOW!!! you are way to kind, thank you for the very nice comments but we are just keeping it real and sharing from the heart. Thank you so much for watching our video and sharing your kind comments. Our goal is to share with family, friends and followers like yourselves in hopes that we may inspire others to make their own precious moments and memories. We are excited for you seeking a new rig. Have you narrowed down the top three rigs you like yet? Tim and Virginia
Hi Tim and Virginia. This is Frances and Jesse from Miami. Thank you for the video very informative and great ideas. We were so surprised to hear you mention us. We went ahead and upgraded to a 2022 - Xls22mle in February. We are In love with our RVILLA. We came up with that name because our last name is Revilla and took the E out of our name. Can’t wait to use ours and start our new journeys with our Xls22mle.
Love the name! You must be so anxious to take it out for the first time. Enjoy guys, and stay in touch and keep sharing more good video ideas. Tim and Virginia.
I just bought one of these 22 MLE campers, and love your how to video
Hi Alan, woohoooo, welcome to the 22MLE club, and a great club it is. Virginia and I need to make T-Shirts or something for this club. We are so excited for you and we thank you so much for watching our videos. Please subscribe and follow along. How do you like the 22MLE so far? Have you been camping in it yet? A big Congratulations 🎉🎈🎊🍾. Now go make those precious memories. We just got back from a trip last week and we had a blast. We hope to see you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
Your channel just popped up on my feed, I must say your photography your cinematography and your production values are outstanding. You two are such great storytellers. I’m looking forward to watching the rest of your videos.
Hi TexasScout, ....WOW, thank you so much for the wonderful comments!!! Virginia and I are still learning all the technical aspects, but we just love exploring and living life to the fullest possible. We hope to not only capture our own memories on film for ourselves and our remote family members, but that it may inspire others to make those precious memories.....Life is good! but short! Again, we are so glad you are enjoying our videos as this just adds to our inspirations to have a positive effect on others. We can't thank you enough. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our channel, hit the notification bell and smash that like button. Thank you so much again TexasScout, you made our day today with your kind words.......Happy Saturday and hope to see you out there exploring the great state of Texas. Tim and Virginia.
@@Safemaker1 Your most welcome and I did subscribe!
Your the best TexasScout! Thank you 😊 we will have to give you a shout out in one of our future videos as an inspirational subscriber and how much that means to us. Tim and Virginia 👍
Just found ya. Love your channel. Do you ever mention where in Texas you are from. Or are ya? Lol. I hope this isn’t a redundant question, but where did you get that knuckle to do the xchocks?
I like your rig with both recliners and dinette. Unfortunately we have a cat so we need a bigger bathroom for her box.
Your organization in the storage bay is amazing.
Hi Jane, thank you so much for watching our video. The recliners are fantastic. Thank you for the organization compliments. We hope you find the one that fits. See you on the road. Tim and Virginia
Enjoyed seeing you use the camper Would like to have seen inside those cabinets haha
Happy Friday Sheila, so glad you enjoyed our video. Sorry we didn’t go in the cabinets, we will have to next time. Glade you enjoyed and thank you for watching. Tim and Virginia
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I appreciate you taking the time to it this together. It’s opened my wife’s eyes and shows good use of space. What vehicle are you utilizing to pull your RV around?
Hi Jimmendez, Virginia and I personally thank you so much for watching our video. It still amazes us that people get value out of our videos. But we are so thankful. Yea, space and weight is the name of this game. Jim, we tow with a 2020 Ram 1500 LoneStar. We use a Blu Ox 1,000 lbs weight distribution hitch. This system tows nicely and all is level. Watch our other video “Going to get our new RV” and you can also see the weights as we use the CAT scales before, during, and after the RV and with and without a weight distribution hitch. If you haven’t already please subscribe to our channel and follow along with all of our adventures and other tips and tricks. We have a new video coming out soon “How we winterize our RV” that you may also like. Some good tips and tricks. Hope to see you out there. Thanks again, Tim and Virginia
Appreciate this real-life type of video. I have had a 40' fifth wheel and a diesel dually for a few years, living full time. I have recently settled, somewhat, into a south Texas "Port Home"... a smallish Casita with a large, full-hookup driveway for the RV. Now I've started to wonder why I need such a big RV and more so, why I need a dually as a daily driver. Time to downsize? This floorplan caught my eye; seeing it used in real life gives me a much better concept of its potential. Thank you. Cause for concern, though... a Schwintek slide.
Hi Where the Road Leads, we are so glade you enjoyed the video. We try hard to keep it real and share it real. With this open layout, the recliners, kitchen dinette, and all the storage …… we find that we don’t need much more than some good food and a cold one. The more we travel, Virginia and I realize that it’s more about just getting out there than it is about the trailer. Some of our best times were in a tent. Don’t get me wrong….. we love the trailer, but we enjoy the great outdoors together better. What ever you choose, 40’ or 22’……1/2 ton or dually…. we hope to see you out there making precious moments. Comment back when you make that final decision. We’ll be cheering for ya. Tim and Virginia
I just bought one of these 22 ML campers and love your video
Woodford Reserve, excellent taste! LOVED this video, thank you and God bless. 👍🇺🇲🙏
Woodford all the way…. We always need our fruits and grains. lol
Just found your channel. Great video, looking forward to watching the rest. We also have a 22mle and Love it. Great for us youngsters with grown kids😄. Keep up the great content…we look forward to following your channel.
Hey Rustymac, glad you found us. Virginia and I can’t thank you enough for watching our video. It always amazes us that people enjoy our videos. We simply hope to inspire others to make precious memories in this short life. If y’all already own the 22MLE then you know how great it is. I absolutely agree that it’s great for us youngsters with grown kids. Now we play with the grandkids. I was working on part 2 of the other video today. The climb up Old Baldy. Should be out soon. Be sure to hit the notifications bell so you don’t miss it. Hope to meet you guys out there on the road. Thank you again Rusty for watching. 👍 Tim and Virginia
Makes me want to get one. Someday. Thanks for the video.
Hey Pop, thank you so much for watching our videos. We would love to have y’all out here with us, it would be so much fun. Tim and Virginia.
Awesome video showing some of the great things this camper offers! Thank you. I learned a few things!
Hey Christine, we are so excited you got value out of our video. Thank you so much for watching our video and please subscribe and follow along, more to come. Tim and Virginia.
This was a great video, I mean GREAT, but there is one thing that you said you did that no one should ever do and that is leave a fire going unattended a wind could of come up and blow spark all around, to many bad probabilities could happen. Other than that your video was delivered right on . Well done and enjoy your life with camping 🎉❤ thanks again
Hi RR, thank you so much for watching our video and we are so pleased that you really liked it. Good catch and great advice on camp fire safety. In reality we really only went about as far as you see on the video because to your exact point, we didn’t want to let the fire out of our sight. Great catch though and a great reminder how we all must do our part at safety first. Thank you RR, for watching our video and we wish the same back at ya, enjoy life camping and hope to see you out there. Tim an Virginia
Looking fwd to purchasing the 22MLE in early 2025, enjoyed the video... thanks!
Hi Farmhouse Ferals, the 22MLE is in my opinion one of the best layouts out there. Good luck on buying yours and let us know when you do. Thank you so much for watching our videos. Please subscribe and follow along. We look forward to seeing you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 I'll admit though, I'm still on the fence with the 22MLE/23LDE.. Con of the 23LDE model is two dump locations, and that it's 3 feet longer... Be well!!
@The1833FarmhouseFerals yea, that was in the running when we were looking. The three cons that caused us to not pick that one was 1) we didn’t like the bathroom in the middle that blocks walk through during use even though there is another o/s door. 2) When the slide is in you loose access to the stove, bathroom, and bedroom. This was a no go for us because of quick overnight Walmart or parking lot sleep overs with the slide in. 3) it was too long to fit in our driveway for upkeep, maintenance, and pre-trip preparations. Otherwise it was one of the top contenders. But you have to make your own choice based on your preference and requirements. Good luck it is a hard choice. What is most important is just getting out there and making those precious moments and memories. Hope to see you guys out there no matter what model. Let your heart be your conscious. Tim and Virginia
A shout-out from the Waterford House via PL. Lovely to see you guys. Hope to see you soon IRL. Stay safe out there. 🤗
Hi WakeUpandSee. Sorry for the delay, I must still be sleeping though as I don’t know who this is. But we definitely remember the restaurant and we miss it still today. Yea so we are traveling the world on cruise ships and getting down with the land camping and floating down rivers. Ultimately just making precious moments and memories and trying to inspire others to do the same. Life is short and we need to make the best of every day we get. Thank you for watching our videos and please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
I use a 13 gallon round black with stainless steel trash can in front of the electrical box. Bought it at Walmart works great! No space issues. I have the exact same rv.
YES!!!! Another 22MLE Club member, and you solved the trash can issue. Thank you so much for watching our video. Tim and Virginia.
Nice job on video! Thanks for the effort to make this and share
Hey mini truck, thank you so much for watching our videos and thank you for the kind words. Tim and Virginia
Great video... Just purchased a 2023 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 200MK... We can't wait for our first trip.
Congratulations Clark, that is awesome. How was your first trip. Virginia and I are excited for you. Getting out there is so exciting. Hope to see you on the road. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 we went on 3 small trips around home to get comfy and now we are in Florida bouncing around state parks until mid March. No complaints at all, we are loving our unit.
Please keep doing these videos. I love it. Safe travels.
Hi Danny, we are so excited that you enjoy our videos. This always amazes us. We will definitely continue. Tim and Virginia
Thank y’all
Always love seeing you two have fun! You deserve it!!! I remember going and looking at tyou! With you when I was just a kid...you guys never stopped dreaming and look at you now. Love ya!
It’s so nice to be a kid again and get back in touch with nature. The meaning of life is so simple if we just slow down long enough to live it. Mom and I are having a blast. The only way it gets better is spending more time with our kids and grandkids. Precious moments, Love you too my daughter. Mom and Dad
Hello Tim & Virginia we're here sitting down eating and started watching you and Bang💥 you call us out and we were so surprised lol; Love how you did this video and now we're officially owners of a new 2022 XLS 22 mle; Tim, there is no one right now with a Video with real users enjoying it at their campsite. As you two are demonstrating as you camp. You even threw in the fire-pit🏁 I see your father is beautiful impact in your life🌅. Blessings from Jesse & Frances, Miami Florida
Thank You So Much, from RVILLA. Travels
Hi guys, We are so excited for you and the new 22MLE. A BIG congratulations!!! to both of you ……. It is such a great trailer. We just brought ours home into the driveway tonight getting ready for another trip this Thursday. Thank you so much for watching our videos, it means so much to us. Yes, Dad has always been a big impact in our lives. Thank you for reading between the lines. Virginia and I hoped the video would surprise you guy’s. You had a great perspective and idea. Here’s to many many more precious memories in your new trailer. Virginia and I can only hope to see y’all out there on the road someday. Stay in touch and let us know how you guys are liking the 22MLE. Tim and Virginia.
@@Safemaker1 Tim, you're very kind. Our daughter moved out to Waxahachie, TX. So yes at some point we can meet up or hey maybe you folks come into Florida for our beautiful Winter weather lol ; We took delivery of the XLS 22mle Feb 4th from Cookeville, RV & Marine in Tennessee. We winter camped 3 nights at Bledsoe State Park, TN. They gave us top dollar for our trade in. And our son lives an hour away. I saw Frances reply and it sounded as if we didn't go anywhere yet lol Yes lets hope we can meet up one day maybe in TX or somewhere in between. But our TT is parked next to our home. Here Cutler Bay, FLA basically it's "Miami" End of month we set off to Koreshan State Park, Estero Fla on the Gulf Coast. Every month we'll be at a State park here in FLA God willing. Tim & Virginia please check us out on our Facebook page "Rvilla Travels" this way you see your audience. Looking forward to your trips and great original content Safe travels 🌅
In our RV we also had a time finding a place for the trash bag.
We ended up using grocery store bags with the little handles on the top. We then opened our lower cabinet door and there was a latch affair that was attached to the top corner of each door we would hook one handle of the bag over that latch bring the bag over the top of the door, close the door and you now have a very convenient trash bag and they’re free. When it’s full of course tie the handles together placed them in the dumpster. Super easy no waste baskets to deal with, no bags to buy. If you don’t have a latch at the top of your door, maybe add a little hook either screwed in or stick on. We’ve used this option for over 13 years in our motorhome and love it. PS also no more bending down to fill or empty it😂😂
Hi Shop Art, great idea. Especially if it has worked for 13 years. Thank you so much for for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia
Hello 👋 Tim And Virginia. This was a very informative and helpful video. Thank you for sharing this with us. I look forward to purchasing the IMAGINE XLS MLE thanks to your video. Enjoy and happy travels.
Hi reginaldmitchell4007, thank you so much for watching our video. Virginia and I are so happy that you found it helpful and that you are taking about joining the 22MLE club. We really love ours. Merry Christmas and happy New Year and we look forward to seeing you out there on the road. Please smash that like button and subscribe and follow along. We are excited for you! Tim and Virginia.
Your videos are great,
Keep them coming!!!!!!
We are trying Scott. For our 30 year anniversary, we spent a month in Italy and Greece and it used up all our vacation time for the year, so we didn’t have any vacation time left to go camping. Unfortunately and fortunately we both still work full time so is hard to squeeze it all in. But we will keep it coming. Thank you so much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia.
Yep, that was the big seller for us too. We like the dinette AND the theatre seating. I like the Cougar Half-ton 22MLE or 22RBS as well, the have 2- 30lb tanks and a King size bed. Haylette RV has videos on them in 2020 and 2021. Great video
Hi Todd, thanks again for watching our videos as this means so much to Virginia and I. We too looked at the Cougar version but there was just something special about the 22 MLE Imagine that won us over. Obviously the same for you. You guys are now in the 3rd week of March there in KY and probably ready to get out there for the new season. You must be so anxious. We are heading out tomorrow after work for our next trip. Loading everything up right now. Hope to see you out there on the roads. Tim and Virginia.
@@Safemaker1 yeah, chomping at the bit. Probably not this weekend but the next. Hopefully we can make it to TX sometime in the next couple of years.
Our Canadian friends forward this; wondering if you were talking about us lol .. Love Ya we'll be in Waxahachie, TX Thanks Giving.
Hi Jesse and Frances hope y’all are doing well. That is just too funny. They not only seen the video…..but also figured it out that it was you guys we were talking about. Small world. Another coincidence is that we just drove through Waxahachie today. We flew to NY last week to visit my dad and while we were there we caught COVID and couldn’t fly back home. So we had to rent a car and drive home to Texas. Took us four days but we are doing much better today. Great to hear from you, safe travels and watch out for that COVID. Tim and Virginia
Awesome video!Thank you so much for sharing this!
You are very welcome wderoker…… thank you for watching our videos. It means a lot. Tim and Virginia
Fantastic video. My wife and I are planning on getting an 22MLE in the next year or so. I love the Texas State Park system and growing up we packed our family of 4 in a little 17 foot Shasta and visited most of the State Parks in Tx. I'm in San Antonio so we're looking forward to Garner, Goose Island, Palmetto, etc etc.
Hi Corey, thank you so much for watching our video and we are really glade you enjoyed it. You won’t be disappointed with the MLE. We just bought the Texas state park card and already broke even on our Garner State Park. We too, love the state Parks. We just booked McKinney Falls for late September. We too are in San Antonio and I will have to research Goose Island and Palmetto. Please subscribe so you can follow along and don’t forget to smash that like button, it really helps us. We are so close to each other that we hope to see you out there in the parks when you buy yours. Comment back and share when you finally get it. We took about a year also. We will be rooting for y’all. Tim and Virginia.
@@Safemaker1 Thanks for the response. I've been a subscriber for a little while now and always look forward to your videos.
Just checking if you eventually bought the 22MLE. Did you?
@@candyjamaican Actually we bought a Jayco Jay Flight. We decided it would be a great unit to start with but the 22mle was a close second. And I still believe it’s the best couples trailer out there
This was so helpful seeing the quality of the trailer and the set up process.
Thank you Bob. Glad this was helpful. We have some more good stuff coming soon so be sure to subscribe and click that notification bell so you get notified when we post new content. Bob do you have any special requests for something you would like to see in future videos?
To keep from carrying around a level I downloaded a app that has a 4 way bubble level on my phone. Has helped me with several things around the home also.
Hey Jarhead, great idea! Thank you for watching our video. Please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
Great job on the video! Enjoyed!
Hey Chris, thank you so much for watching our videos and the great comment. We do put a lot of work into editing. Each video is probably close to 70+ hours of work. Thank you again and please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
Great video! Thank you!
You are very welcome…… thank you so much for watching our videos. Please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia.
We have a 17MKE with the Murphy bed & recliner couch - the couch is super comfortable! We also love our kitchen counter (10’ long 😆). These are great trailers!
Hi Travel Small Live Big, Grand A Design makes some of the best designs. We love ours too. So glad y’all are out there making precious moments and memories. Hope to see you out there. Thank you for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia
Beautiful!!
Thank you so much Exp837. T&V
We have the same camper and are leaving our maiden voyage in 10 days!
Love the Paclock system!
I noticed your paper towel on the counter. I mounted an “undercounter” stick on paper towel holder vertically on the face frame of the slide to the left of the stove. Works great!
Awesome and a super CONGRATULATIONS on your new camper Ann!!! You guys are going to love, love, love it. Start that count down 10, 9, 8, 7….. Virginia and I use a marker on our bathroom mirror for our count downs. We are so happy for you guys. It’s 8:30 at night and I just finished washing ours and getting it ready for our next trip this Thursday. Yes, like the trash can, we have not figured out where to put the paper towels either. Please send pictures. And most importantly comment back after your first trip, Virginia and I would love to hear how you enjoyed your first trip. Send us a picture with a thumbs up in front of your new rig. Go make precious moments Ann. Thank you so much for watching our videos. It means so much to us. Hope to see you out there on the road…… Tim and Virginia.
Just found your channel and am loving your videos. We've pretty much decided on the 22MLE as it tends to check off all the boxes for us. I like how you added the hooks to the storage area; looks like it really helps keep it organized. How do you feel you RAM tows the 22MLE - what is the payload on your truck? TIA.
Hi Thomas, sorry for the delay. We are so thankful that you like our videos. We love our 22MLE, it checked off all our boxes too. Our Ram 1500 tows fine with a weight distribution hitch. However it is approximately 75% of the max payload when everything is loaded, including ourselves. The truck has a payload limit of 1735. The hook system we bought at Walmart and it has helped a lot. Just be sure you screw it into the studs and not just the paneling. We especially like how with just a push of a button we can change out the individual hook types. Best of luck on making your decision. Comment back once you do. We are excited to know what you choose. Tim and Virginia.
Great video-so informative on basic TT living! Only thing that would have helped was to know how tall you are Tim, as a tall guy, I would have been able to judge how you were fitting in there!! Good work!
Hi Suffolkguy, so sorry for the delay. First, thank you so much for watching our videos. And thank for the kind remarks. So to answer your question about my high, I am 6’ tall. I have no issues fitting in the trailer and I just fit in the shower with 3-4 inches to spare. I hope that helps. Again so sorry for the delay. Tim and Virginia.
Thanks for showing us around.
Ed, thank you so much for watching our video. Tim and Virginia
I enjoyed your video. Thank you for all the info. I’d like to buy a couples camper. And I want to make sure my truck will pull it with no problem, we have similar trucks so I’m sure it’ll be fine. Just need to find a camper like yours. Great video!
Max, thank you so much for watching our video. We absolutely love our 22MLE. Just be sure to do your diligence to match up your truck’s towing capabilities and payload limits. Tim and Virginia
Wow, thank you very much for this practical video. You're very creative in videography, loved the video!
My good buddy sent it to me as we are very seriously considering buying this very camper!
*** say, what engine do you have on your RAM 1500?
Cheers, Eric
Hi Eric, I am so sorry for the delayed response. Thank you so much for watching our video. Did you guys ever buy one. As for the engine we have a V8 5.7 Hemi with a 3.92 axle ratio. Tim and Virginia
@Safemaker1 Yes, that's the same truck, engine, and rear Axle ratio, too. 😎
It's my 2nd RAM 1500 and both with the RAMBOX option. I do wish I had the Quad Air Suspension my 1st one had. But the 1st one had the V6 engine and only towed modest sailboats and Pop-Up camper.
I'm very pleased with the overall power towing the 22MLE. However, even with a very nice load leveling hitch, I wish she handled the tongue weight better. My tongue weight can get over 700 lbs loaded. I'm seriously considering moving my battery inside under the bed. That 50lbs moved 5' would be 250 ft-lbs improvement.
What changes have you and Virginia made to Lilly?
Cheers, Eric
For the trash can- you need a little hanger frame to hang it from one of those handles on the second drawer from bottom.
Hey Maybeso, great idea. We will definitely have to check into that. Thank you so much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia
David 😂📬✉️
Love your travel trailer!
Hi dbkyhere9229, thank for watching our video. Yea…. we love Lilly too. It has been a great trailer so far. Do you have a trailer yourself?
@@Safemaker1 no I don’t now, but years ago we had a couple different ones, although we had little time off then. My husband had a lot of talent in that he could pretty much fix anything. Unless your blessed with funds to fix them it’s better to just enjoy others doing the dream. Just watched a couple of your cruise videos! That looked like so much fun!
Yea, there is the cost and maintenance factor. We are glad to hear that you were able to get out there and enjoy it even though perhaps in the past. Yea we also love seeing the world through cruising. We have one coming up in May going to Italy and the Greek islands so subscribe and keep your eye out, those will be amazing videos. Great to chat with you, keep making and remembering those precious memories. Tim and Virginia
Thanks for putting this together. I recently found and subscribed to your channel so I'm still catching up. Showing how you actually use your trailer is very helpful! One thing we're wondering about is "door vs curtain" for the bedroom as we are making a decision on a trailer. I haven't found any videos showing what it looks like "behind the curtain". How you deal with one person sleeping in while the other is up and around or if someone is a night owl. Just a thought as you produce more videos. Thanks! Pat
Hi PSinnovations, we are so happy you found us and thank you so much for watching our videos and subscribing. Door vs curtains is a great question. I say that because when we were looking for a trailer Virginia was absolutely set on we must have a separate bedroom with a door. After looking at so many different trailers, we came to realize that a separate bedroom seemed to feel very small and claustrophobic. They also typically require two AC’s which then bumps you up to 50amps. The fact that Virginia and I would be alone 95% of the time we decided a separate bedroom is not required. I say this because we typically get up and go to bed at the same time. And to be honest, in most any trailer when one person gets up and starts walking around regardless of a door, the other person is going to hear and feel the trailer movement. so when we saw the open layout of the 22MLEE, we just knew this was the one. The whole thing just seems so much bigger without a separate bedroom. The separated bedrooms always seem so small to us. As for the curtain, honestly we have never used it yet. if it is just the two of you and you don’t expect guests but once a year you may get better value with the open space and atmosphere. Bottom line, this is a very personal choice but hopefully this will give you some ideas. Thanks again and we wish you the best in choosing your rig. Let us know what you finally decided on. I think this would make a good video in the future…. door vs curtain. Hope to see you guys out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 Great points! I appreciate the feedback. Pat
Great, thorough video for this trailer! We looked at this model recently and loved it. What is your tow vehicle?
Hi Vickie8612, yea we absolutely love this trailer. Thank you so much for watching or videos. We have a 2020 Ram 1500 that we use to tow. We have no issues towing. Be sure to match up both pull capacity and payload capacity. We do utilize a weight distribution system. Tim and Virginia
I have a Ram 1500 4WD and was just curious how well your Ram tows? The trailer looks great. Cool setup.
Hi Tim and Virginia, we just enjoyed watching your "How We Use Our XLS 22 MLE" video. We are seriously looking at getting the 22 MLE in the near future. We learned a lot from both of you. A couple of questions: 1) What make, model, and engine size do you use to pull the 22 MLE? 2) Where in the travel trailer is your DVD player located? Thank you.
Hi Amangani, Virginia and I are always amazed when others enjoy our videos. Thank you so much for watching. The 22MLE is an excellent trailer. We have had it for over one year now and would buy it all over again. We absolutely love all the storage and the great open feeling of the layout. We have a 2020 Ram 1500 Longhorn with a 5.7 Hemi and the eight speed automatic transmission with the 3.92 rear end. It has a 11,400 lb tow capacity and approximately 1,700 payload capacity. The DVD is built into the radio system and ties directly into the TV by HDMI cable. Hop this helps y’all and hope to se you out there on the road. Let us know when you get yours. Tim and Virginia
Hi Tim, great video. Do you happen to have links to the propane fittings you used for your blackstone? I have the same model but I haven’t been able to find the right fittings for the quick disconnect.
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Hi Tim love your videos. Are you and Virginia still camping in your 22mle? My wife and are looking for a new couples camper. Have not seen one in person yet. But your video helps. Any negative about the 22 MLE.
Thank you so much for a honest and genuine review of how you camp in your camper. I can tell that you all enjoy the experience and each other’s company. This is what we are looking forward to as we search for our first camper. I ran across your video as I’m researching this very model. Thank you so much again for such great information. I can’t wait to find the second edition. All the best!
Hi Tracy, yes we have a blast and really cherish our time together. Precious moments and memories. We love the 22MLE model and we would buy it all over again. Thank you so much for watching our video and best of luck on your decision. Hope to see you out there. Tim and Virginia
I loved this video, it was very helpful! What kind of truck are you pulling with?
Hi Christine, Virginia and I are so happy you enjoyed our video and that it was helpful. We are still amazed that people like to watch our videos. As to what kind of truck… we have a Ram 1500 Lonestar, with a 8 cylinder 5.7 Hemi and a 3.92 axle ratio. We have no issues towing. Hope this helps. Tim and Virginia
Nice format. Great video
Thank you Bruce very much for the nice comment. We really appreciate it. Tim and Virginia
Thanks to you both!
Thank you so much for watching our video. Tim and Virginia.
Great job on the video, love the real world use of the setup. We are down to the xls rbe and rockwood 2205s. I have read alot of reviews of quality issues with the xls. It seems yours is doing just fine? The xls is definitely a great layout with great features. Thumbs up on the vid👍👍
Hi 2RC, sounds like you’re doing your homework and really taking your time and doing it right. Great job…. that is the best way. In fact Virginia misses the fun we use to have just going out and looking at them all. It took us over a year to be sure of our choice of rig, dealers, and options. All I can say is after looking, comparing, and researching we just knew when we found the right one for us. Enjoy the journey, and you will just know when and which is the right one. Then the fun really begins when you start making those precious moments and memories. We are excited for the two of you and would be very interested in which of the three you guys go with. Comment back when you pull the trigger. We’re here cheerleading you on. Thank you so much for watching, subscribing and especially giving us two thumbs up……lol, our granddaughter Lucy scores my cooking with one or two thumbs up. I’m guessing you seen that in the Halloween video. Thank you so much guys for the great feedback. We will be on standby….. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 Thanks for the reply! Agreed, definitely is fun to shop and compare. I have my interests and hobbies and my wife would like to start traveling and camping. I decided to do a little research after she finally made the decision that she really wants to start camping in a travel trailer. I had no idea I would fall into this massive worm hole of brands, floorplans, options, roof materials etc etc....Its truly amazing how many options are out there and how much there is to learn about real camping. I will definitely check in and let you know the final choice. I do think we will be ordering to get the specific options wanted. Just stumbled across your video but subbed and will check out your others👍 God Bless and enjoy your travels!
Fun video!!
Hi Alan, yes we had a great time. It was a lot of fun. Thank you so much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia.
Looks like your have a good time and using it as it should be. Have you weighed your trailer with a fully loaded refrigerator, food and all your gear? Interested to see what that typically adds to the empty weight.
Hi Wayne… so sorry for the delayed response. Yes we have weighed it with it being fully loaded. It added about a thousand and five hundred plus pounds to the empty weight. This seems like a lot but things to consider. Coffee maker, pots and pans, dishes, silverware, bowls, cups, linens, and then all the clothing, and everything in the basement. Black stone grill, chairs, table, tools and everything else. Hope this helps you. Don’t forget the food and drinks. One pound per can of soda. Thanks again for watching. Please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Tim and Virginia! We just stumbled across your channel and you guys are awesome. Like everyone else is saying, most videos are walk-throughs and we love how you show how to use and enjoy it. We just bought ours and should be picking it up at the end of this week. Also love the modification ideas including the hard drive on the back of the TV. If you don’t mind sharing, what source do used to get your movies and music from to download to the hard drive? Looking forward to more videos! Thank you for sharing 😁❤️
Hello user-jg2gg2np8c…… so sorry for the delayed response. A BIG belated Congratulations 🎊🎉🍾🎈 and a special welcome to the 22MLE Club. Virginia is sitting here with me and she is so excited for you guys. I wish you could send us a picture through this crazy app. Anywho, we wish you guys the best, and hope to see you out there on the road making precious moments……Tim and Virginia
Just picked up our new 22mle last week with lots to learn! Husband and I are in our 60's and this is our first rv, so very new experience for us and a bit overwhelming. Love your channel and newly subscribed! Question...would you be able to share info on your hard drive you velcro to back of your TV? From what I understand, not all external hard drives would work for this type of use. Thanks so much in advance!
Hi Susan, a big congratulations to you and your husband. Virginia and I remember that day so vividly. We were petrified to drive it off the lot. So a big welcome to the 22MLE Club! I feel like we should make some T-Shirts for the club. You are correct there is a lot to learn, but the journey is one third of the fun. We camped the very first night right in our driveway. We had a blast. Although I remember the mattress wasn’t the best. Take it one step at a time and watch a lot of how to videos. Thank you so much for watching and subscribing to our channel. As to the hard drive question, here is the information and a link. WD 1TB Black-My Passport Ultra Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBTLG0010BGY-WESN (Old Generation) a.co/d/gWQne7T Best of luck and don’t forget to enjoy the learning journey……. together…… and make those precious memories and moments. We are so happy for y’all and can only hope to see you out there on the road. Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions. A big Congratulations again! Tim and Virginia 👍🎊🎉🍾⛺️🏔️
@@Safemaker1 Thanks so much we are very appreciative! As to the mattress ...I purchased a replacement before we even picked up the trailer! Hope to see you and Virginia on the road down the line 😊
Really enjoy your insights. This has been very informative. We just got the same trailer and are excited to implement some of the ideas you use. I do have a question for you. What is your opinion on getting and extended warranty? Did you get one? If so, do you have recommendations? (Dealer, other like Good Sam, etc.)?
Hi Ecker, a big CONGRATULATIONS on the new trailer……..and……Welcome to the 22MLE Cub! It is truly one of the best out there. We did get an extended warranty. It was offered through the dealer. We purchased our rig through ExplorUSA San Antonio. Basically they offered three levels of warranty. Low, medium and high. We purchased the medium level as we didn’t feel we needed the high end items like fabric stain coatings, exterior wax sealant, etc. I would simply recommend that you do your homework as you are doing now, and choose the one you best think fits your situation. Each can be so different. Another recommendation I would offer if you have the ability is to create your own personal emergency fund. This is good for quick easy fixes as warranty issues may be in the form of reimbursements if you are on the road and you don’t want to interrupt your trip at the time. Especially if it’s minor. Thank you so much for watching our videos and again congratulations. Hope to see you out there making precious memories. Tim and Virginia. We are so excited for y’all.
Where did you get the rail with the hooks in the pass thru? I’ve looked around and can’t find that same one. I like the way the design of the hooks and the way they are laid out.
Hi Lakeside, thank you for watching our videos. I bought it at Walmart. They sell multiple types of hooks that clip right on to the rail. Just make sure you hit the studs screwing the rail into the basement . Thanks again, please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
Tiim and Virginia; GREAT VIDEO; I just stumbled onto your video's. Love the logical examples of how you do setup and use the rig. Your customizations are good examples and got me 'thinking' what/how I can tweak my 22MLE. I like the 'knuckle' you used for the tire braces. I did a quick search for that 'thing', not sure what it's called to do a search for it. Can you maybe let me know what it's called if not the product name. Thanks! Keep up the videos', I'll be following!
Tim; disregard; I was able to find that 1/4 hex shank 90 degree angle extensions. Just needed to slow down and think for a minute!
Hi DS, so glad you found us. Yea we try to keep everything as efficient and logical as possible. The angle extension knuckle is one of my favorite tools for set up. Makes for less back bending and quick set up of the X-chocks. Thank you so much for watching our videos DS. Please subscribe if you haven't already and smash that like button. Thank you for following along. Hope you enjoyed Episode II of this video tonight. Hope to see you out there on the road and in the camp sites. Tim and Virginia..... and thank you again DS for watching. :)
Enjoyed the video... I was looking at a 23LDE at a RV show here in KC, I noticed on the 23LDE when the slide is out on the right side at the floor - there is a gap big enough for a chipmunk to crawl through. Have you noticed any gaps like this on the 22MLE?
Hi Rodboatwright, thank you so much for watching our video. We looked at the LDE also we just favored the open concept of the MLE better. Yea we have what I would call a black plastic cup in the floor at the corner of the slide area. It does have a flex hole in the bottom of the black plastic cup which allows for the electrical wiring to come through. The flex hole is kinda large for the one wire. We typically put a stainless steel wool pad in there so the mice don’t get through. They won’t chew on the metal. But you have to be absolutely sure that the pad is way down in there so it doesn’t get caught in the slide wheels or tracks. Good luck and hope you find the one that fits you best, and hope to see you out there on the road. Please subscribe if you haven’t already and follow along in our adventures. Tim and Virginia.
@@Safemaker1 OMG do I need to bring my tomcat Max? Chippy won't be happy!!
Hi! Thank you for sharing. We just bought one today! I was wondering if this has a bumper rated to attach a bike rack. I didn’t think to ask the dealer. Any ideas on that? You guys are gems for sharing your knowledge on all of this. Safe travels!
Hi wderoker, so sorry for the delayed response. A BIG congratulations 🍾🎈🎊🎉 is in order. Welcome to the 22MLE Club!!! So I am assuming you have been out there with it already. Hope all is going good 👍. As for the bike rack, we never did add one to the bumper. It just didn’t seem strong enough. Our two bikes are very heavy. We never did ask the dealer. Congratulations again, let us how things are going and thank you so much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia.
Awesome video. About the aluminum foil ~ I think you're supposed to use there shiny side toward the food.
Hi Brian, thank you so much for watching our videos and the great comment of “awesome video.” We can only hope you subscribe and smash that like 👍 button. As to the aluminum foil shiny side, I must say thank you for the insight because I never knew that. We are excited to have learned something new today. I will be sure to give you a shout out in our video the next time we cook with foil. This will be in just a few weeks during our next trip. Tim and Virginia
Hey y’all! We think we’re getting this model too. We plan to retire in January and do lots of traveling. Y’all have helped us see how we can use the space. We’re also in Texas. Great videos. New subscribers!!
Hey Small Town Picker, that is great. You won’t be disappointed. The 22MLE is a classic for good reason. Thank you so much for watching our videos and subscribing to our channel. Keep in touch and let us know when you join the 22Team and how you like it. We just got back Tuesday from another trip. Hope to see y’all out there on the road and in the campsites. Tim and Virginia.
Where did you get the 90 degree tool to lower your trailer supports? My wife and I are just getting started in RVing. We purchased a new 2022 238BHS for us and our pets. I'm getting all the items needed for our first outing.
A big belated Congratulations 🎉🍾🎊🎈….. that is awesome. We got the 1/4” 90 degree angle drive at Walmart. How did your first outing go? Hope to see you guys out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
We have the same camper. I store the trash can in the shower. Out of the way. close to the kitchen.
Hey Carol, thank you so much for watching our video. Great idea…. at least the trash will be clean too. Welcome to the 22MLE Club! It’s an awesome travel trailer. Please subscribe and hit that notification bell and follow along. We hope to see you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia.
Enjoyed the video! We have the Cougar 22RBS. Watching you hook up your BS griddle to the gas makes me wonder why these RV designers (including Keystone) insist on putting so much of the hardware in positions that require the user to get down on their hands and knees. My old knees don’t like that!
Hi Patrick, thank you so much for watching our video. My knees feel your pain…..lol. They do put some of this hardware in hard to reach positions. In fact, I have to admit I had to cut the video at that very point because it took two hands and two try’s to push the hose in the quick connect fitting. So, you definitely caught that edit…..just keeping it real, pain and all. The fresh water dump valve is almost a full arms length underneath. But hey, we all have to get our exercise in somehow…. Lol. Hope you guys are enjoying your Cougar, we were looking closely at that one too. Hope you are out there making precious memories regardless of Brand names. We hope to see you out there on the road and maybe… just maybe one of the design engineers will hear our pain. Please don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already and smash that like button. That helps us a lot. Cheers….Tim and Virginia.
I noticed that you have Woodford Reserve. Excellent.
Hi michaelrucinski2872, thank you so much for watching our video. You saw that too, lol, yes we like our fruits and grains. Please subscribe for more videos if you liked this one. Hope to see you out there on the road and we can share a grain or two. Tim and Virginia
Where did you get the little table that you used by the fire at? Any information would be appreciated. Thanks
Hi Ricky, thank you so much for watching our videos. We bought the table through Amazon, the description is GCI Outdoor Compact Camp Table 20” Outdoor Folding Table. We really like this table and it is still going strong. Thank you again for watching and we can’t only ask you to please subscribe and follow along. Hope to see you out there. Tim and Virginia.
Hi Tim! We saw your video on the XLS 22MLE. Ironically we looked at one yesterday. Thinking about buying it. We really liked it. You actually explained it better than the salesman. I was wondering if you have any problems towing it with your TV. I have a 1/2 ton Ford F150 with turbo boost. Do you think it would handle the weight of this trailer okay? Is this an all season camper?
Hi Two Peas in a Pod…… love the name. We don’t have any problems with our tow vehicle although we are at approximately 75-80% of the trucks payload capacity. As far as it’s tow capacity we have plenty of capacity left. I think it can pull 11,000lbs plus and the trailer only weighs in at 5,500lbs and maybe another 1,000lbs of our stuff. But tow capacity is never usually the limiting aspect, it is always the payload capacity. You will have to seek this out from your tow vehicle’s capacity. Be careful as this changes with different models and trim packages. Hope this helps and thank you for watching our videos. Be safe…. Tim and Virginia
Tim, what brand is the pad you use under the front leveling jack? Thanks
Hi Steve, Virginia and I thank you so for watching our videos. We bought it on Amazon and the brand and description is….. Dock N Stow Trailer Jack Block, RV Tongue Stand Stores on Frame, Fits Most Jack, Post, Foot, or Wheel, for Camper, Pop Up, Boat, or Travel Trailer, Black GEN1. Virginia and I hope this helps, we still use the same one today. Tim and Virginia.
Did the 90 degree drill adapter come with the chocks or something you bought separately? Thanks.
Hi usermu4gz, we bought the 90 degree angle at Walmart. It has been a great tool for putting in the X-chocks. I would encourage everyone to get one. Thank you for watching our videos and please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
Can you please give a spot we’re you got your hard drive for movies and how you download movies and use it
Hey Bearfoot…. So sorry for the late response. First thank you so much for watching our videos. We bought the hard drive on Amazon. Western Digital WD 1TB My Passport Portable External Hard Drive. Tim and Virginia
Great video... can you tell me the width of the entry door? Can I get something that is 27in wide inside? The Grand Design website states door is 28 inches but I have not seen or measured it myself.
Hi Tim and Virginia, I liked watching this video. What are the brand of your X chocks? I live in Arizona and are having a hard time finding them.
Hi Marci, they are BAL X-chock wheel stabilizers. We ordered through Amazon. They are still working great. Glad you enjoyed our video and thank you so much for watching. Hope to see you out there. Tim and Virginia
@@Safemaker1 Thanks for the reply. We did find them. We have watched this video a few times now. It definitely helps explain a few things.
I checked and they are still in there…. try searching B002XLHUQG
Appears you have a 1/2 ton Ram. Any problems pulling the trailer? Do you wish you had a 3/4 ton?
Hi DJMark, we do have a 1/2 ton Ram, and we have no issues pulling the trailer. If I had the option I think I would prefer a 3/4, but it was the truck I had.
Thank you so much for watching our videos. I think if I lived in the big mountain regions like Utah or Colorado I would recommend a 3/4 ton. But on the flat plains of Texas and minimal mountains, the 1/2 ton does fine. Thanks again, Tim and Virginia
Great video. We just purchased the exact unit. Wr will be picking it up in 2 weeks from the rv dealership. Just wondering how your dodge 1/2 ton pulls it ? I will be towing with my 2021 toyota tundra. Thanks
Hi RT, wow that is so exciting, two weeks. We absolutely love our 22MLE. You must be so excited for that day to come. We remember it well. As far as pulling with our truck, we use a weight distribution anti sway hitch that helps a lot. Our Ram 1500 with the 5.7 Hemi pulls just fine. As far as payload weight, we are pretty close once the trailer is loaded with all our stuff. We have around 300-400 lbs capacity left. So the weight distribution hitch really does the job. Overall, the half ton trucks work but most 1/2 ton trucks will be around 75% or more of their payload capacity. So check, learn and verify your specific trucks numbers found in the driver’s side door jam. The best way to know is to hit the CAT scale with the truck only, then with the dry trailer, then with the loaded trailer. Best of luck RT, we are so excited for y’all, your going to love it. Do you have your first trip planned? Please subscribe and follow along and please comment back an let us know how you like it. Welcome to the the MLE Club. Hope to see y’all out there …. Congratulations again …… Tim and Virginia
Why did you choose the Grand Design? Several other manufacturers make a similar floor plan; what motivated you to go with GD?
Hi Bernie, great question and thank you so much for watching our video. We looked at travel trailers for almost two years an literally went inside over two three hundreds of units. We always kept coming back to the 22MLE. The biggest selling points for us was 1. The open design concept. It felt bigger than most 2. The huge amount of storage. 3. It had both the table dinette and the recliner chairs. 4. The inside color scheme we loved. 5. The overall weight matching to our Ram 1500 payload and towing capacities. 6. It’s length just barely fits in our driveway so we can do maintenance, cleaning and loading at home. 6. Grand A Design seemed to have one of the better reputations of quality and it felt like a hire level of quality when sitting in it at the dealerships. There are a few similar ones out there and we thought about them all, but the 22MLE was the best fit for us. There are many UA-cam videos out there comparing the most similar ones to the 22MLE. Hope this helps and wish you the best on making a decision. Tim and Virginia
What tow vehicle do you use? Do you know your hitch weight when towing? Thanks
Hi Boulder, We pull with a 2020 Ram 1500 Longhorn. The trucks payload capacity limit is between 1700 and 2300 depending on configurations like engine size, type and other equipment options. Mine is 1800 and we are usually around 1400-1500. As for the tow capacity,I think the truck is around 17,000 and our 22MLE comes in around 8000 fully loaded. I hope this helps but I must follow with to be safe you need to do the research for your specific tow vehicle and travel trailer to be accurate. You also need to consider your axle ratings and your tires. Please be safe and do your due diligence for both your safety and the safety of others on the road. Thank you for watching our videos, please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia.
Great video! Which model cordless drill are you using? Thanks
Hi Johanne W, I use the DeWalt 20 Watt Max model number DCF885 1/4” cordless impact driver. Thank you for watching our video hope to see you out there. Tim and Virginia
Would be to your advantage to check electric and water pressure before un hooking rv to assure site is good to go.
Try Starlink for your trips beyond the terrestrial internet signal!
Hi Raymond, yea Starlink seems to be the up and coming thing. Do you have it yet and if so how does it work? Thank you for watching our video. Tim and Virginia
Just a quick point for you, always use the plastic blocks.
Hi ST, you are likely correct when it comes to the blocks. Especially on blacktop in the hot summer so as not to dig into the tarmac. Thank you for reminder. And, thank you so much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia
Would a household mattress work in that Murphy bed?
No, it isn’t a Murphy bed. It is camper Queen. Thank you so much for watching our video. Tim and Virginia.
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Thank you Mike. Two thumbs up is a great score in our family. Thank you for watching. Tim and Virginia
My only concern is the bedroom right next tv. I’m torn between this one and the LDE MODEL.
Hi Bearfoot, we too looked at the LDE. We didn’t like when the slide is in you can’t get to restroom or bedroom without going outside and around. This becomes important if yo overnight on the road traveling. Like at a Walmart or Cracker Barrel. Also we didn’t like that when the bathroom is in use, no one can pass through the trailer. This is why we went with the MLE. But each person has their own individual needs and preferences. Good luck and let us know which one you choose. And thank you for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia
I have found the build quality of our 2022 22MLE to be marginal (2 of the 3 hot water heater bypass valves were encapsulated in the foam) and the trailer is small for me, I am 6'2" (average weight) and feel cramped while standing. The bathroom sink is unusable for anything but handwashing and we have already replaced the foam for the dinette. The recliner feels like a 7/8 scale for me. First thing I do before leveling is checking the AC avoiding a poor power source and moving a leveled trailer. And I would sure like to know how you transport your bikes !!! Nice vid thanks.
Hi MarkSDCA, thank you so much for watching our video. yea the build quality of any brand of travel trailer is marginal. As you know if you looked at any amount or trailers that this is typical throughout the industry, but of most brands the Grand A Design tends to come out on top. As for our bikes we just throw them in the bed of the truck. Please subscribe for more videos if you liked this one. Hope to see you out there on the road. Tim and Virginia
Noticed you where towing with the Ram 1500. How did it do? We've been towing our wildwood 23rbs with a ram and it's seems to struggle up steep grades. Our last 3300 mile trip with lots of passes we only averaged 9 mps's.
Hi Jason, so sorry for the delayed response to your comments. Yes, we tow with a 2020 Ram 1500. We haven't had any real problem with it. It seems to have plenty of horses when it comes to pulling however, we are in Texas and most roads are pretty flat around here. We do get into the hill country periodically and it seems to do fine. It will down shift in tow mode for some of the big highway hills, but we tend to keep it around 55-60 and do well. If we were going to Utah and Colorado, we may have a different opinion as it is all relative to the size of the hills/mountains. We average around 10 mpg taking it really easy. We have discussed potentially a 2500 maybe in the future if we state traveling the states. Jason, thank you so much for watching our video and if you haven't already, please subscribe and hit that like button. We are so glad to hear you are out there doing it yourselves. Hope to see you out there at the camp sites one day. Tim and Virginia.
Please give me more info on your truck.
We are thinking of purchasing a trailer just like yours, but I am afraid my 6 cylinder Ford may not do the job
Hi Anthony, we operate with a 2020 Ram 1500 with a 5.7 Hemi (410 hp) and eight speed automatic transmission with a 3.92 rear end. You will have to dig up the specific specifications for your truck, trim model, engine, transmission and rear end ratio to match the trailer. Both towing and payload limits that can usually be found on the specifications sticker on the driver’s door jam. You will also need to ensure the truck has trailer brakes. Thank you for watching our videos. Be sure to do your due diligence, safety first. Tim and Virginia
What truck are you towing this trailer with?
Hi Timberwest, 2020 Ram 1500 Longhorn
Is that model RV 1/2 ton towable with no issues?
Hi Sibuck, sorry for the delay. Yes we tow with a 2020 Ram 1500 and it does just fine. We are within all cargo, axles, and pull capacities. Just barely on the cargo capacity. The truck rates in at 1800lbs on cargo capacity and we come in just around 1500 including us, gear and a full tank of fuel. If we were driving and traveling long distances and or through the Rocky Mountains I think I would recommend a Ram 2500 vs the 1500. I hope this helps. Again thank you for watching our videos and please subscribe and follow along. Tim and Virginia
What year is your XLS 22MLE that's in video?
Hi gvila1284, our MLE is a 2022
Is your bed a camper queen?
Sorry for the delay, yes it is a camper queen, and thank you very much for watching our videos. Tim and Virginia.
X-Chocks are supposed to be the very last thing you should install after jacks and slides are fully extended
Thank you Mike, I will adjust our workflow. Thank you for watching our video. Tim and Virginia
Where did you get knuckle for wheel chocks?
Hi Charlie, we got it at Walmart, they still have them.