2021 Lance 1575 In-Depth
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- Опубліковано 23 лис 2020
- *Husky hitch and sway bars - 00:25 seconds
*Trailer E-brake - 00:52 seconds
*Jack-it 1:12 (best bike rack for the trailer when considering weight!)
*Smart Jack- 1:47
*Lithium bat 3:20
*Propane 4:22 there is no gauge!... 38-40 lbs = 1 5 gallon tank (fill up/don’t exchange... it’s cheaper!)
*Stabilizers/Anderson Blocks/Camco blocks 6:09
*Front end through storage 7:00 (we declined the slider option for now)
*Stinky slinky through compartment 3:32 (don’t cap both ends!)
*Solar hook up 9:28 (we don’t have solar)
*Tighten all compartment bolts 9:42
*Keyless door entry 11:09 (this is an option)
*Handle 12:02 (this is an option)
*Auto wind retractor on awning 13:20
*Outside power outlets 15:10
*Tires 15:25 (keep tire pressure at 65 psi! Check pressure and lug nuts regularly!)
*Outside speaker mount 16:02
*No full bumper 16:12
*Schwintek slide out/rails 16:55
*Back end/slide out storage 17:24
*Camco sidewinder RV sewer hose support 18:05 (some RV parks require these!)
*Shore power, cable/sat connection 18:22
*Outdoor shower 18:46 (we use this way more than we thought we would!)
*City water 19:09
*Front end through storage 19:34 (back side of the water fall!)
*Storge lighting (has one on both sides!) and battery disconnect 20:22
*Front RV lights 20:43 (very useful for setting up at night in the dark)
*Care free awning on slide out 21:05 (this is an option, but really a must!)
*Gutter system 21:57
*Back up camera 22:48 (this is an option but again, also a MUST!)
*Operating slide out 23:59
*Black tank/Gray tank outlets 25:05 (we personally empty black first, then gray, then flush to get all the extra stink out!)
*Black tank flush 25:35 (not the greatest location and difficult to connect)
*Tank discussion 26:45 (tell us how you conserve water and waste with such small holding tanks... we really could use some tips)
*Moving to interior 27:36
*Accessing front end storage from the inside 29:15 (we wish this had a larger access!)
*RV front door 30:44 (we love the window... we really don’t love that it can’t be shaded in any way... see at the end of the video what we did to resolve this issue!)
*Acrylic windows/screens/shades 32:00
*Vent windows but keep them locked 34:09
*Adjustable reading/night lights 35:00
*Bedside storage 35:22 (Mookie’s blonde moment snuck in when she says she wishes she had more closet space. She really had no idea the bedside storage went through the closet 😂)
*Power outlets/12 volt/USB ports 36:01
*A/C controls 36:15 (We upgraded the a/c unit in our RV)
*Slide out control button 37:23 (a little instruction on the slide)
*TV 38:41 (this was an option and can be mounted outside as well)
*Antenna/attenuator 41:10
*Kitchen outlets/key hook/fire extinguisher (not a fire hydrant 😂) 41:40
*Stereo 42:33 (we aren’t a fan of the zones in such a small RV)
*Interior/exterior light switches 43:48
*Awning extend/LED lights (lights are an option) 44:02
*Interior closet 45:12 (we really can fit A LOT of stuff in here. Serious blonde moment noted)
*Access to hot water heater/water lines/etc 47:31
*Level Mate Pro 48:10 (extra add on)
*Hearing vents in walls of RV, not in the floor 48:52
*Norcold refrigerator 48:59 (Good size for us!)
*Truma hot water and heating control panel 51:03
*Kitchen lighting 52:28
*Above sink open storage 52:50
*Above sink storage 53:04 (we can fit so much stuff up here and still have extra room!)
*Deep sink/faucet/counter space 53:48
*3 burner gas stove 54:23 (having 3 burners was an option, upgraded from 2 burners)
*Range hood/features 54:58 (make sure you open your outside vent when cooking...you know...so you don’t die)
*Dometic gas oven 55:46 (play contortionist to light it! 😂 really, though, it’s super easy once you get the hang of it!)
*Electrical panel/fuses 56:29 (we carry extra fuses as a “just in case!”)
*2nd kitchen outlet 56:59
*Under kitchen sink storage 57:03 (a lot of storage here too!)
*Microwave 58:29
*Carpet for entry stairs 58:37 (great for dogs who won’t walk on metal!)
*Dinette storage 58:55 (deep/wide storage under both sides of the dinette)
*Roofing window covers 59:00 (LOVE!)
*Skylight feature (not a sunroof 😂) 59:24
*Breaking down the dinette into a bed 1:00:12 (super simple...like a game of Tetris. )
*Overhead dinette storage cabinets 1:02:09
*Fantastic fan 1:02:32 (this is an option, but truly fantastic!)
*Bathroom 1:03:47 (join us in the bathroom...you’ll see why only 1 person of average size can fit in here! Command strips for everything! There is no bathroom sink 😮 It’s always a good idea to have a first aid kit)
*Bathroom door 1:08:45 (WHY?! We have since fixed the latch)
*Floor storage under dinette 1:09:41 (be mindful of the wires underneath!)
*Carbon monoxide detector 1:10:46 (Mookie had no idea this was here)
*Instruction from Flash on double checking all screws/bolts/etc and tighten down frequently! 1:11:36
*Furion Bluetooth speaker and convenience console 1:13:25
*Dinette lighting with dimmer switch 1:16:20
*Homemade front door RV shade 1:18:03
We have lived on a sailboat for years, often months away from fresh water. We learned/invented some water-saving methods. 1. Use less soap. 2. Use a collapsible basin smaller than your sink to wash dishes - you will \use less water. For rinsing, fill a liquid squirt bottle with fresh water and use sparingly. 3. For showering, get a showerhead with an on/off switch, so you can turn off the water while lathering up, and just use the shower for rinsing. (Uses less than 1 minute of water per person.) 4. Buy a few solar showers for rinsing doggies outside.
We could live on 75 gallons of fresh water for 6 weeks. (Of course, we had salt water toilet flushing.) You can do it!
Thanks for the tips! We have mastered the "ship" shower since this video! The shower head with on/off is a MUST! Happy adventuring!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the RV. I love how in-depth you guys went on the trailer.
Thank you!
Hi there! Congrats again on your camper purchase!! This should give you tons of family memories!!
Safe travels!
Thanks so much!
Thanks for taking the time to make such an in-depth video. I just ordered a new 1575 and I've watched your video a bunch of times. You have most informative and entertaining 1575 video on UA-cam!
Thanks for watching! We hope you love your 1575 and have ALL the adventures!
Thanks for the great in-depth tour! Congrats and happy Camping! I have a 2021 1575 on order, may be ready in February and I really appreciate your sharing as I am a newbie too!
We hope you love your Lance as much as we do!
You two are great together. Fun review. And good job too.
Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
Great Video, thank you for taking the time to do this for all of us who may be interested in this trailer.
Thanks so much for watching! Happy adventuring!
Great job!! Very thorough and helpful.
Awesome video. Just what I was looking for before buying this unit..thanks!!
Glad we could help! Hope you love it as much as we do!
Thank u 4 such a great walk thru! I'm considering a Lance 1575 and your video and tips were very helpful.
Glad it was helpful! Happy adventuring!
Awesome video! I'm planning to buy my first RV within the next few months and this is the one. (I have Chevrolet Trax and can pull a maximum of 3500 lbs. I'm still studying up on that!)
My 8 small dogs and I will be living in it full time so I very much appreciate your detailed walk-through! (I've downloaded it for future reference!)
So much still to learn but my new, adopted UA-cam family is a great teacher!
Thank you!
We travel with our big chocolate lab and small shih tzu mix dog. We will admit that once there is a dog bed on the floor for the big dog and a small crate for the pup (we don't quite trust her out of it yet), there isn't much walking space, and we have to climb over them. When doing your research, make sure you calculate the dry weight of the trailer and also to account for anything you add to the RV as extra weight; we found it adds up quickly! Happy adventuring!
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie All 9 of us currently sleep in a twin bed...actually only half of me gets some mattress. The queen size will be a luxury! I am trying to officially retire so no crates-yay! I have watched so many videos on RV-ing I had to stop til I saw y'all. As a hands-on person I'm thinking I'll just have to jump in feet first and learn as a I go along...having knowledge before hand will definitely help!
Thank you again!
We purchased a 1575, but unusual circumstances caused us to delay in picking it up. Now winter (snow) is upon us and we never were able to camp. I will live vicariously through you until next May! Thank you.
So sorry you didn't get to adventure right away! Here's to your future adventures, though, starting in May!!
Great in-depth review. Thanks
Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
THNAK YOU for taking the time! Try this - locktite on the screws, and an weather durable piece of rubber/foam attached to the door with doublestick tape to soften the impact with the awning.
Thank you for the tip! We bought some locktite after hearing this works, but haven't used it yet! Our next trip is planned the first week of April, so we'll definitely be applying before we travel. We have yet to fix the door banging into the awning, but plan to take care of that too!
Just a thought...I would add two solar shower bags to have a longer shower. They heat up fairly quickly so two people could share the bags if they are already living together. You guys are so entertaining because you are authentic. You remind of my own family members...Great Show!!!!
That's a great idea! We may have to look into that. We've gotten pretty good at shortening our length of shower altogether, but sometimes it's just nice to have a hot, long shower!
Great job, thanks for this look
Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
That was an awesome video! Thank you all very much... God bless.... 🤓
Thanks for watching!
Very informative video. Being a novice I’m always looking for videos that get into specifics.
Thanks for watching!
Yeah! I’m your 200th subscriber!! Thanks for a great in depth video. I’m researching getting my first RV, your video was really helpful. Now I’m leaning toward a Lance…..Does anyone else think Glenn looks like Nick Lachey?
YAY!!! Thanks for watching and for being our 200th subscriber! Each and every milestone counts!! You are not the first to say over the years that Glenn looks like Nick Lachey! It's been awhile, though! 😂😂
Also we have “go power” solar on the side solar panels and it really helps when boondocking. You can park in the shade and have the panels in the sun.
This is a great idea! We don't have any solar panels as of yet. We are mostly out just on weekends, and have not had the need. We look forward to longer, future travels when boondocking will be necessary. Thanks for watching!
Great video! Amazing how well it used space. I do wish it has a instant water heater though.
It is a great use of space. We have played with the Truma combi system more since owning the camper, and have found the boost mode to be very efficient in heating up the water fairly quickly. While it's not "instant," it does the job. Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
Regarding conservation of water. I use a dish pan to wash dishes and throw dirty water outside. I use regular dish soap. Then refill pan to rinse and toss again.
Thanks for tip!
80min!!!! love it
Thanks for watching!
hay thanks for review and keep posting updates , there are little owner reviews on u-tube on this trailer and you answered one of my questions not a walk roof just f like the r-pod line , o and use lock tight on loose screws and a wash tub to wash your dishes and use that gray water to flush your toilet
Thanks for watching and happy adventuring! Great tip regarding lock tight! We have since done this! Works great!
Nice Presentation! I own a Lance 1685, so I relate to a lot of what you have discussed.
One thing that I don't remember if you mentioned............check the torque of the wheel lug nuts. I like to check them before each trip, more often if the wheels have been off. As the aluminum wheels center and seat while you drive I have noticed it is necessary to retorque the lug nuts as the manufacturer states as I have found they can and do loosen.
Enjoy your new trailer!
YES! Thanks for watching. I don't think we mentioned it in this video, but we have some footage for an upcoming video reminding everyone to check tire pressure as well as the torque of the lug nuts. Definitely a must for us before every road trip!
Great in -depth video. I have the 2015 1575. I absolutely love my RV. The only thing different on mine is the cabinet above the sink. 8t
Is just the cabinet door and 2 shelves. No light but that's okay. Also under sink tons of storage.
I have a collapsible tub for rinsing dishes.
@@mcpheerebecca498 we love the Lance 1575! Not too many changes over the years, it seems! Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
You all act like a married couple 😉 Seriously, nice detailed down to the real life things that come up! Lots of little rv life! Thanks!
Thanks for watching!! We've been married for 23 years as of August! Hoping to have many more adventures together!
Great in depth video, congrats on your new trailer! We love Lance...such a quality product. Question: It looks like with the slide in (travel mode), you don’t have access to the bathroom. Is this an issue?
Thank you! You are correct. With the slide in for travel, you cannot get to the bathroom. But with our battery, it is zero problem to pull over or into a gas station or parking lot, slide out the slide just enough, and utilize whatever we need to within the trailer.
Also, I've heard that some people wash their dishes with their outside showers to keep the mess outside but still uses water up.
Since this video, we have figured out how to minimize water use the best way possible. We still do the dishes inside and shower as well. We found we can go about 3-4 days with our minimal tanks if we're careful with its use! Thanks for watching!
Thats like our camper, but it has a slide. looks like fun.
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Oh another amazing tip an ole rv'er offered us...to circulate the cold air in the fridge evenly..purchase a small rv fridge fan...ours takes 2-D cell batteries and place it the door when your in use...the really help cool faster and evenly..the batteries last usually for 12-15 weekend trips....Happy camping....
Great idea!
The door is not supposed to touch the awning and if it does its because the awning is not adjusted correctly, you need to adjust it with a 5 mm allen wrench. Contact your dealer for additional info.
Thanks for the info. We have since traded in our 1575 for a larger model, and the door does not touch the awning. We noticed too, that they did angle the awning slightly to one side when installing it to allow for water run off.
great in-depth review. I'm between the 1475 and 1575 for the near future. You do know there is an AC outlet on the front of the sink counter too.
We do! Guess we missed going over that one... Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the great detailed tour of your new 1575. Thank you for the great detailed tour which we watched and learned... My wife & I are also interested in 1575 Lance & it was nice to know how others like you who have had it think about it. We would really appreciate it if would help us with some of the questions we have.
1. what is the best way to get one pricewise, RV shows or direct order? Thank you for your time in advance.
That's a great question... we've been to RV shows before, and have noted that they do offer significant discounts. When we were ready to buy, though, we researched RV's online (COVID was among us), decided what we thought would be best for us (never saw the Lance 1575 in person), and then direct ordered through a local RV dealership. There were incentives and discounts offered to us at that time. What we would recommend is decide on your RV budget, and then go from there regardless of where you decide to purchase.
Mookie & Flash one ore tip, when she went through the bathroom..the cabinet & everything falling out at you. All ours and the fridge shelfs we use small drapery tension rods...they sell small double rv rods also. Keep siding on down the road.....AzShad😎
Perfect tip! We will need to do this soon. Thanks for watching!
Hi Folks, thanks for the detailed overview. I've been thinking about getting this trailer.
1. Loctite for the screw threads - one time and you're done.
2. You can use your A/C with a generator (if you don't mind a little noise - though you may disturb neighbors).
3. With a portable water purifying system, you can take water from lakes, streams, ponds, etc.
(not from mining runoff though). And rig up your gutters to capture rainwater in a collapsible, portable container.
Then purify and add to your onboard tank. Thanks again, Jim Leute
Thanks for watching and thanks for the tips! Happy adventuring!
You can buy a little gauge that screws on b/w the nozzle & the hose about $30 for your propane tank.
Thanks for the tip! We almost always carry an extra tank with us as a just in case. Most of our appliances are ran on shore power, however, we use the propane always for our Blackstone griddle. We are loving learning the in's and out's so that one day, we can make longer trips, and be able to sustain at least overnight if needed without electric hook up. Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
Use your oven to store things. I put my bread in the microwave. I place my coffee maker in sink when traveling. Great video.
Great tip! We use the microwave too for bread and desserts. An overpriced bread box... lol. But it works! Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
Nice video. Your problem with light from the door window is common for RVers. Amazon sells several brands of RV door blackout shades for around $20.
Now that you've mentioned this, we looked them up on Amazon, and this is a great tip! We thought perhaps the RV's had a shade already built in. It was a win/win, we guess, to have our mom come into town to make one for us. It probably cost about the same.
Thanks for your time and thoughtfulness on your impressions of the camper. Mom to the rescue with the black out material! I've seen the base price. I'm comparing this to the Sol Horizon. Can you tell me how much extra you had to pay for upgrades to get it the way you wanted it? Thanks, Bob
Yes! Thanks to Mom!! To be honest, we don't recall the cost of each added option, but we do know different dealerships will offer different incentives. Even with our options added, we did not pay MSRP for this travel trailer. Our biggest factor in determining travel trailer was weight. This particular Lance fit our needs at the time, however, we are already dreaming of something a little larger, like the Lance 2445 or an Airstream.
Thank you for the “in-depth” review of the Lance 1575. What vehicle did you use to tow? Let me know about towing issues. Thnx
We tow with a 2020 Ford Explorer ST. It tows just fine since the RV itself is pretty lightweight. The only downfall... when we go bigger with the RV, we will also need a bigger towing vehicle. Thanks for watching!
Love your video and all the details you covered!!!! Can you tell me once the hot water runs out how long before can use again? Thanks.
We have figured out the Truma a little better these days! We find if the water was previously hot, and we've run out, if we put it on boost, it heats up again fairly quickly... within 15-20 minutes. We have learned to shower at different times or be patient in between. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for doing such a detailed video! What a great little trailer! Question: What is the depth of the dinette? We're trying to figure out if our two small children (3 and 5) could sleep on the side benches without putting it into bed form. Obviously they'll eventually grow... but just curious. They need separation at this age. LOL
We totally understand! We will have to measure the depth the next time we are at the RV; we would say for a 3 year old, it would probably work, but the 5 year old may hang off the end depending on their height. The back bench is obviously the longest, and one of us will often sit in the corner with our feet up on the bench to watch TV from the dinette area.
That is one thorough tour, thanks! Question: could I slide out the kitchen just enough to create a passage to the bathroom and not all the way out if I wanted? This might come in handy when using and parking the trailer in limited width situations I have. Thanks.
The Schwintek slide recommends fully extending the slide or fully retracting the slide when operating. The manual does not indicate what could happen if you don't, however, other RV forums have stated it could affect the slide track, etc. I would recommend researching more information on the Swchintek slide rooms. We, at times, did not fully extend or retract for your exact same reasons and never had a problem.
I suggest you look into either a low profile box spring or instal the froli system, which's are way more comfortable and keeps air flowing under the bed for a room temperature mattress that breaths.
Thanks. I was wondering about the Frolie system .
We'll have to look into that. What we have now is quite comfortable, but air flow is definitely lacking. Thanks for the tip!
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie Welcome, stay safe and enjoy!
Ahhooorah! Once...Always... GREAT video. Oh, you can get replacement windows for that front door. They are clear but have a similar shade to your windows as a blackout.
My wife wants a travel trailer for her Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk that has the six cylinder with the trailer package. We have a 28 footer with slide trailer and truck but she wants a weekender and has her own money so... It would sure be a lot fewer logistics and we can get more places here in Montana with this. I heard you can flip the axle on this to get a few inches more height. I did that once on a 22 footer.
Anyway, she has her Cherokee limits for payload (1000 lbs/surpisingly good) and weight 4500 lbs towing, AND she has her "requirements" and hates single aisle units with the dogs having to back up to move and most important is a "DRY" bath. This is about the ONLY unit I have found that meets her minimum requirements and the Cherokee's weight limits. IMHO, this is the best use of space I have ever seen in a travel trailer. It packs a lot in a small space and Lance's are made well also. A dealer that replaces a fridge in a few days? You are lucky. She runs through water like a fish (get it) so that will be an issue, but I warned her...
Thanks for a great and certainly in depth vid on this unit. Very good hitting all of her points for sure. Good decision on the weight distribution hitch. People do NOT realize how they can reduce stress on a driver because ONCE the trailer attempts to drive the vehicle like with a wind gust, the driver ever after has to up their level of awareness when driving and it will wear on you after a long day driving. I had to get a bigger truck to address that with the big trailer. We do long trips as I'm retired and she is partially. But, we have a lot of "secret" places here in MT that the big trailer can't get to and this would for weekends, three days trips.
Once recommendation for you is to get the smallest portable gray tank (GET RHINO ONLY/Orange and black ones) and that will extend your time out as it will drain two thirds of your gray water and still be manageable by two people. They can also store (empty) on the back of the trailer with an adaptation. Gray water is always the weak point in trailer water systems. But not having a truck could be an issue, but the RHINO ones are very well designed (As in do not leak), can even tow at slow speeds on the hitch of your car to get to a close dump station in an RV park or go in the back of an SUV if a bit further to dump. GRAY WATER ONLY. I've been camping my whole life.
Thanks for watching! Hope your wife gets exactly what she wants! Mookie and our daughter took this travel trailer out by themselves, and did well with it. It's the perfect amount of space for one person, weekender, etc. We have since purchased a larger model as we were traveling with 3 adult size people and 2 dogs. It worked well for a first travel trailer for us, but wanted something bigger and for longer trips. Happy adventuring!!
Thank you so much! We've been thinking about a Lance. One of my concerns was the lack of sink in the bathroom. I never saw anyone demonstrate how the shower head can slide down. Good to hear you can wash your hands in the bathroom. You may have sealed the deal!
It would be even better if it slid down a little bit lower, but it does work! We love our Lance, and are already searching for a little larger size when we are ready to upgrade some years down the road!
U can get a hot water on demand never run out of hot water. Also I can put locktight on all ur screws to eliminate them unscrewing occasionally
Thanks for the tips! We did finally figure out the Truma, and have found that we haven't run out of hot water since. And excellent tip for the locktight. We kind of feel silly that we didn't think of that before!
Awesome video!! We also made a velcro/cloth cover for our door window, but it has an foil insulation cloth in the center, since we camp in thr interior west where the temperature swings 30 degrees daily. We use a Dollar Tree plastic bowl in our sink to conserve water and put the rinse water in a home depot bucket for putting out our campfire, since we usually have no hookups. We have extra storage space by putting two flexible laundry baskets from Walmart in the shower. It only takes a moment to move for showering. I recommend waxing the trailer twice a yera with New Finish. Out trailer looks like new and is stored in the desert sun. I also reccomend using 303 rubber seal protectant on all the window and hatch weather seals. We had several leak problens on the roof skylights, vents and windows, so check after ir rains and inspect the roof and windows yearly. Caulking the winows with flexible caulk is easy. Check below winow at bed for moisture after the rain. We had black mold grow under bed after an undetected winow leak. Lance is made an hour and a half away, so at least we did not pay to ship a matress.
Thank you! Foil insulation cloth is a great idea! We have since purchased a larger Lance model, and there is a shade built into the door window. We have started conserving water the same way with bowls and buckets for reuse. Happy adventuring!
Fantastic in-depth review. We are thinking about getting one of these to tow with our Honda Pilot Elite, which has a rating of 5000 lbs (assuming only 2 adults and minimal cargo in the Pilot). What is the tow rating of your Explorer? Is your hitch weight distributing, or just anti-sway?
The tow rating of our Explorer is 5600 lbs and our Husky hitch is weight distribution and anti-sway. With only one axel on this Lance, the carrying capacity of the travel trailer itself is just shy of an additional 1000 lbs.
Thanks for the in depth review of the Lance trailer. We are going to be ordering the 1475 this week. Only two of us and one small dog so we feel the 1475 works better for our family. Question, it looks like you have the blue cushions (royal blue decor) How are the cushions holding up with pets? It seems these would be better vs the platinum fabric option. Thanks!!
We really liked the 1475 too! We really liked the bathroom layout in the 1475 model, but with 3 adult size people and 2 dogs, we felt it would have ended up being too small for us. Only our little dog makes it up on to the dinette area, and we haven't had any issues with the cushions. They're easy to wipe down (muddy paws!) which is what I like about them. They're quite durable and hold their shape too!
Thanks for the review. You've made it fun to watch.
How are the screens? Do they let bugs in?
I am also concerned because we have 2 cats. Does it look like they would easily break?
Thank you for watching! The screens are great for keeping bugs out. We haven't had any issues, however, we are in the south where often it's too hot to have the windows open for long periods of time. We personally would not trust our dogs with the screens exposed. They definitely aren't durable in that way.
Very nice tour. Much thanks. FYI. Would a hose quick connect adapter work on the black tank flush to make it easier to connect/disconnect?
A hose quick connect may work if it would fit between the opening and the bumper. But even if it did fit, we would not be able to use the cap on the adapter. It would need one of its own. It is something worth looking into for sure! Thanks for watching!
this is so incredibly helpful, thank you
Thank you for watching!
I've owned two Lance campers and I had to raise the awning on both of them. The awning owners manual shows how to do it. IT TAKES TWO PEOPLE TO DO THIS.
Thank you for the tip! We will definitely have to look into this!
Great video, thanks! Let me know if you are ready to sell it in the next year :-)
Thanks for watching! Our plan is to upgrade our tow vehicle for more weight, order another RV, and then sell when the new one comes in. While we love the 1575, we'd like a little more living space since we like to go year round, and sometimes we get stuck inside. Happy adventuring!
One thing you can do for the curtain over the window on the door is place a piece of aluminum foil between the layers of material. Then no light will come in. They do this with retail black out curtains.
Thanks for watching and great idea!
Hi. Thanks for your review of the 1575. Does the 1575 not have a lock for the fresh water intake?
It did not, but that's an easy fix it needed. Happy adventuring!
That was great! Probably the best RV review I've seen. Did you find that an SUV is adequate for towing the 1575? Was the AC quiet? Thx -R
Thank you! The AC isn't super quiet, but we do like it as "white" noise especially when sleeping, and to drown out any outside noises that would cause our dogs to bark. We leave it "on" as opposed to "auto," as the switching off and on is enough to wake Mookie when sleeping (super light sleeper)! The Ford Explorer exceeds our expectations in towing the Lance 1575. We can hardly tell it's behind us.
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie Thanks for the video! It is very helpful! Quick question... I have a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara that I'm looking to tow with. Did you not feel confident towing the 1575 with yours? I've been nervous about the weight being close to the limit.
@@autumnlynn to be honest, we originally planned to tow with our Jeep Wrangler, and we definitely could based on the dry weight of 2775 lbs of the Lance and the towing capacity of 3500 lbs of the Jeep, but in the end, we decided not to put the extra strain on the Jeep's transmission. With the single axel of the Lance, you can't really add a lot of extra weight to the RV itself (or at least you shouldn't!), so towing with the Jeep shouldn't be too much of a problem!
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie Well, it looks like you guys are really enjoying it. It's a beautiful trailer. I just bought my Wrangler in August, so I would take a pretty big hit trading at the moment. I think I will try it out and see how it goes : ) Looking forward to following your adventures! Thanks so much for the info!
Awesome intro, thank you! Can you access the toilet when the slide is in?
Unfortunately, you do have to slide out the slide to access the bathroom. We have not had any issues with this though, and either pull off into a gas station, parking lot, scenic overlook, etc and are able to put the slide out easily, access the bathroom, and pull it back in before getting back on the road. Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie Thanks for the reply! I'm contemplating between this and the 1475 now (if my car's towing capacity would not limit it, I would likely choose something bigger, but I don't have much choice at this level). In the 1475, we can access the bathroom, but the slideout is much smaller. I think I would choose the extra space over the inconvenience of accessing the toilet. ;)
We're looking at one tomorrow with the royal interior. I'd pay your mom/mother-in-law to make me one of those velcro backed window covers & ship it to me! So cool. I don't know if anyone in our age group knows how to use a sewing machine 😂
Haha! We're not sure she is for hire. We will say that it is great at blocking out the light! We love it!! Thanks for watching!
We have a 2019 Lance 1575 and really enjoy camping. Did u mention button for 12 volt fridge on and off for keeping fridge cold when driving? Liked the video a lot. Thanks
We didn't. We've actually never done this and have always used propane thinking it would be colder than the 12 volt for the fridge. What has your experience been?
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie I did not know you could run the propane while driving, so we used the battery only when driving.
@@artnokj there can definitely be more risk involved with driving with the propane on, but it can be done. We always check lines/connections before travel. Does the battery do well with cooling? We've never tried it.
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie it’s the weakest mode. Usually we pack up coolers with food and then transfer to fridge when we get there
How does your 1575 do for storage / cargo load? We've spec'd out what options we'd want on a 1575 and the dry weight comes out to 3,176 pounds. If you add in a couple of tanks worth of fluids plus a modest amount of cargo, you exceed the 1575's 3,700 pound GVWR quickly. We're trying to reconcile how the trailer even "works" without needing a diet!
We have had the struggle with cargo and weight limit! We were definitely overweight our first time out with the 1575. We found there were many things that we had taken with us that we found we didn't use or didn't need, so we slimmed down the next time around and all trips thereafter. As far as tanks of fluid goes, we usually head out with about 2/3 full of fresh water and empty gray and black tanks. We have found that we still exceed our weight limit by about 180 lbs. even in our slimmed down RV! In the grand scheme of things, this isn't all that bad. Even though we love the 1575, we're already looking at larger models for a few years down the road.
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie thanks - it seems like it’s a really tight balancing job, but I guess to be expected on a single-axle TT.
Hey Guys! Hope all is well with y'all....question please. I have a MAX tow weight of 3500 on my Chevy Trax. How does one pack the RV and make sure you don't go over the max? (I will be living in it full time.) What about the weight of the water tanks when filled (even partally)? I wouldn't think it would be included in the "dry" weight... Thank you!
PS Do you mind my asking questions? I know I'll have a lot before I hit the road! And is there another way to contact you other than this venue? Thanks!
We are also newbies in this RV life, and while one day we hope to be RV'ing full-time, we are not there yet. Our max towing capacity is 5600 lbs, so we are less concerned about our tow vehicle with our current RV and more concerned about the weight we add to our one axle RV! One packs sparingly when considering max tow weight! You are correct that water in tanks is added weight as well (if possible fill up when you get to your destination). It can be difficult to figure out what we need vs. what we want to have on a trip, but really after the first couple of times out, it became easier! Live and learn! Our email address is in our channel profile as well as the link to our website. Happy adventuring and thanks for watching!
Put a strip of velcro around the door window. Get a piece of fabric made to look nice and have it so you can velcro it into place when needed.
Great tip... at the end of this video, you'll see we did just that! Thanks for watching!
How long does your fresh water tank last? For your family.
We could go 3 days if used sparingly.
Someone may have already mentioned this but if you unplug the red wire on the back of your tv, the blue light will go out.
Thanks for the tip! Yes, we've managed to eliminate all the 'extra' lighting at night! Happy adventuring!
Can you get access to the bathroom with the slide closed?
Regarding the sway bars, is it a hassle to unhitch from the tow vehicle prior to setting up camp?
We love this hitch and sway bars! It is no hassle at all. We can hook up and break down, hitch included, in about 20 minutes or less. Happy adventuring!
What would be one model up from yours to get a little more of everything ? And still be under 4000lbs?
It looks like the dry weight of the Lance 1685 is under 4000 lb dry weight and has a full bathroom and more counter space in the kitchen area. We have our eye on the Lance 2445, though, whenever we decide to purchase a bigger model.
We would like to add that the dry weight of the 1685 may be under 4000 lb, you still must account for additional weight. (Gas, food, clothing, grill stuff, etc..) We average anywhere from 500 lb to 1000 lb of "stuff" depending on the trip location and time.
Wht is ur tow vehicle and wht is weight on trailer plz and ty
Good job guys! How long is the dinette bed area? My son is 5'11" so it's hard to find a small trailer with an extra bed for him.
The dinette length is 78". Our daughter who is 5' 5 1/2" fits comfortably. And even though it's 78", after seeing my daughter lie down there, I can't say for sure how someone 5' 11" would do. I guess it would depend on their sleeping position. While the cushions are comfortable to sit on, sleeping on them is rather firm. We purchased a custom made foam pad for her to use, and it works out great. It is a hassle sometimes to have to make up the dinette for use, and often times when we are away, we spend most of our time outside, so she just keeps it as a bed.
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie okay thanks for the information. I'm hearing two different weights limits for my Jeep Latitude so I need to figure that out first.
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie what is the weight on this trailer again?
Do you have a mattress pad for the dinette bed and sheets?
We actually ordered a custom size foam pad for the dinette bed and use queen size sheets. The foam pad is great as it makes it more comfortable for sleeping AND it protects the cushions. The queen size sheets are a little large, but completely doable! We store the foam pad on top of the main bed and under the quilt when not in use.
Flash & Mookie Thanks..."Pitch Black" is the term, don't be so PC....seriously..buy the giant Lambs wool window blocks at Camping world for your vents when in storage for bathroom..keeps the interior from fading and blocks heats..we're in Phoenix,AZ. Thx.for your service🇺🇸
Great ideas! Thanks! Didn't know those window blocks were a thing!!
Hi, love the video, want to know how many feet, thanks
Thanks for watching! This model is 21 feet from hitch to bumper.
On the windows when they are latched to the small vent at the bottom, could someone use a "slim-jim" and unlock the windows and then crawl through the window??? You might not think of this but a thief does. Looking forward to your answer..thank you,
be well and stay safe,
bf
Good comment. We are a military family and safety is always our # 1 priority. So it is good to point out that yes, a slim jim, screw driver, etc could be utilized to unlock or rip open the window. On that note, we would only utilize this feature if we were present in or around the RV. God help the person who tried to get in that way while we were there. We did, one time only, utilize this feature when we were in a heavily trafficked area, and we weren't around. We would also say that a motivated thief would break in any way they could whether it be through a window or the door, but it's never a good idea to give them help!
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie Thank you for the reply. I have heard many video tours of these rigs in which they said you could go off and leave these windows "open but locked" and I would never do that after hearing your opinion.
Be well and stay safe,
bf
I purchased an exact size rug for the bathroom on amazon. ;) insert the size when searching. Kama Bridal microfiber 12x19.
We did find one and it works perfectly. Thank you! Happy adventuring!
How much does your trailer weigh and what kind of car do you tell it what
Our model, the Lance 1575 has a dry weight of 2775 lbs and a cargo carrying capacity of 925 lbs. We tow it with a Ford Explorer ST.
Hi guys, I see you are using a Ford Explorer as your tow vehicle. What model snd year? We have a 2021 Exployer ST tow capacity 5600 lbs. Any issues with tow weight etc. thanks in advance..
We have a 2020 ST. The Explorer tows with no issues. We are very mindful of extra weight packing into the travel trailer. Since our first trip over a year ago, we have figured out what we really need on our weekend warrior trips! We have towed through the Great Smoky Mountains and through the hills of North Georgia with ease. Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
Thanks for the reply….couple followup questions what is the longest you have been away (number of days) with your Lance and has the LP tank been adequate.
What does the slide look like when it's closed how much room do you have
When the slide is closed, there is no access to the bathroom. We have access to the bed, refrigerator, closet, sink, and the drawers in the kitchen. We can reach the panel for the tanks as well as the microwave. Thanks for watching and happy adventuring!
Here’s how I deal with dish washing: rinse/scrape, wet sponge and add dish soap, wash each item placing it in a tub, when all is washed rinse each item and place in drainer. You can have a 2nd person turn on and off water as you rinse and place into drainer! Minimal water usage!
Thanks for the tip! We have gotten significantly better at our water conservation! :)
Can you get into the bathroom with the slide closed?
Hownmuch solar
What is the weight on this cutie?
Dry weight before adding any options is 2775 lbs!
Can you get in the bathroom with the slide out in?
Hi! Unfortunately, the slide has to go out in this model to get to the bathroom. It has not really been an inconvenience for us, though. We stop in places where we can slide it out, do what we need to do, and slide it back in.
Water saving tip....sponge bath...12 step program for excessive showering.
We did start turning water off while lathering and washing, and turn it back on to quickly rinse.
@@AdventuresofFlashandMookie that's a good start
A couple hooks a curtain rod and some blackout curtains across that door window will solve your to much light coming through issue. Not sure your husband realizes how many times he interrupts you otherwise a good review.
Unfortunately the screen door is too snug against the trailer door for any kind of hooks or rod, but if you fast forward to the end of the video, you can see our innovative window cover. Flash and Mookie are both “interactive” communicators. 😂 We’ll try to work on that!
Can you get to the bathroom with the slide in?
Unfortunately, you cannot, but that isn't a problem for us at all. We put the slide out when we stop for gas or when we stop to make food, etc, and use the bathroom at those times. If necessary, you could pretty much pull over anywhere that is safe to put the slide out.
Can you still get to the bathroom if you climb over the dinette
“Fire hydrant”? Yes, you said that but we know you meant fire extinguisher. Lol
We lol'd when we watched this back too! 😂