We have PVC on our roof of our current rig. We asked our manufacturer about it and they did say it cost more to have PVC. We are really impressed with the quality of Brinkley’s cabinets. Thank you for a great video from an actual owner! Yes everyone need to go do a factory tour, we toured two manufacturers while we were there in the area.
Thanks for watching and commenting. We also love the cabinets. Overall is so far seems very well built and we are enjoying it. Agree about doing a tour. We learned a lot doing them and it was fun.
@@TreeTalkerTheTraveler We did the Alliance and KZ tours last week and seeing how these campers are built is very eye opening. Do they get things wrong, sure and sometimes it’s a lot. Finding a great dealership to fix the problems is challenging in itself. Side note, We’ve had our current rig for 4 years and we haven’t had a problem that made us stop camping forever. While we were at each location we got to video 2025 models for our channel. Thank you for the comment back at us, we truly appreciate your feedback on Brinkley.
All solid observations. Most of the things you mentioned I have casually thought about. Thanks for putting them out there. I too own a Brinkley and every one except the one specific to you model make sense for me. I hope Brinkley sees your suggestions and implements them into the new models.
Thanks so much for this video. We are looking into campers and Brinkley is one of them This video is very informative and hopefully Brinkley will be able to address at least some of these issues. Keep the videos coming and congratulations on your Brinkley.
Thanks for watching and commenting. If you get a Brinkley I think you will be happy. We are releasing our conclusion review with the big positives soon. The few negatives are far outweighed by the positives-- so far. Thanks again.
Phenomenal video!! Anyone that has a Brinkley on their short list, newbies and veterans alike will find this video extremely valuable. I appreciate the time and effort you put into this.
Thanks. I have two more coming (one on how it held up and one about general overall impressions) but spoiler alert, we love it. Not perfect but way better so far. Thanks again for watching and commenting.
This is a great glimpse into one of these RV's. I am very interested in Brinkley because of the quality and the customer support they provide. Ohhh btw. Porch lights bring bugs. :)
Love your video. Do you have a video explaining how we can do inverter ? We have Brinkley z3100. We would love to join harvest host but we want to be able to do air conditioning.
We live fulltime in a Brinkley Z2900 and have a Lance 2075 for touring - so I can relate and agree with your assessment of both - thank you for a great job. Both RVs do well in very cold and very warm weather with some preparation. Unfortunately on the Facebook sites of both RVs - the owners think they own the best and don’t want to hear any negative comments on either - so I read their good comments and go to other sites like yours to see what upgrades have been implemented to make improvements or replaced junk equipment with better quality ones.
My experience is same. Love the Brinkley but now wish I kept the Lance for some trips that it’s better suited such as small state parks. But have no regrets about buying a Brinkley.
I was one of the guys in the Lance 2445 group with you lol, we both have good taste, went from the Lance to the Brinkley. Will never buy something with a Schwinteck slide after the major failures we had with Lance. How you like traveling with this over a bumper pull? 41' vs 30'. Im torn between this and the 3110. We have the 295 travel trailer but want to go Fifth Wheel. Is it easy to find good camp sites?
We had no issues finding camping sites this summer, but did stick to bigger campgrounds. I found it pulled easier than the Lance and was no problem at all but I did get a DWD. Pulled it with my SWD and it was fine but decided to get a little more truck. Can’t go wrong with either the 3110 or 3610. You will love it.
Great video we are looking at a 3610 . You pointed out some good things,porch light would be nice,and since they prep for slide toppers, it would be nice if Brinkley installed the one that fits slide toppers are important. The one thing we wish they would include is the shower seat should not be a option. The biggest reason we like Brinkley is the fit and finish the extra mile they go on building there frames,and from all the people who have Brinkleys there customer service is the best of all the rv manufacturers. We look forward to more of your videos on the 3610 .
You will love the 3610. It’s amazing. I‘m really looking forward to the positive video and you are right the fit and finish is best in industry in my opinion. Thanks for watching.
Beautiful RVs! I love the light interiors and all the cabinets. The nonexistent exhaust fan is a big deal. I take it the window behind the stove doesn’t open. That would be an easy fix if it did,I guess. The porch light is important too.Quiet AC is great,but as you mentioned the on/off thing over night is annoying. Agree about having the option of slide cover that one can order from manufacturer as an option. The wrinkling of roof is kind of scary. These are very valid points. Really enjoyed your video!!
Thanks. I appreciate the comment. The kitchen window doesn’t open but so far the ceiling vent (now that I have a cover) seems to work ok so not as big of deal as I was afraid it would be. Thanks again.
Very helpful info, we are currently looking to purchase a Brinkley and I notice as well no toppers on slides and no vent above stove, going to miss that
Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching. I think you will love your Brinkley, I do. You can get a vent added aftermarket but so far it hasn’t been an issue somit not going to.
TPO is a great roofing material been used in commercial applications for decades. Nothing like rubber (EPDM) and can be patched just like vinyl. To clean all you do is wet it let it sit 2 mins then use a power washer....will look like new.
thanks for your experience with the 3610. I to feel Brinkly, came out with a new fresh look for Rvr's. Sleek and modern. They definitely dropped the ball with the control panel. I to have and fifth wheel with the "incomand" system. I love it. If I need to adjust lighting, heat, outdoor lighting and I am in bed, I simply open the app and take care of it. Seems like Brinkly went back 10years in time with this one. I have been in the 3610 and to be honest we are looking at one. 1 thing that I would like for them to do is slide the island over 1 foot. Or reduce the length. We cant see the fire place if your at the table or even on the right lazy boy. Seem like the counter is smack right there. I would also rather a tank water heater with both electric and propain, If you run out of propain your out of hot water. Give us options please brinkly
Thanks for watching. Ironically my issue with the Lance is it only had the in-Command switches so if it went out (and it did once) nothing worked. Ideally you would have an inCommand type set up with physical back up switches. I was worried about propane only on water heater but it has not been an issue as it’s so efficient it barely uses any propane. We REALLY LOVE the 3610. I think you will be not be disappointed if you get one. Great rig and good quality. Thanks for watching!!
They went with the panel set they have because many folks do not like the touchpad systems. Also there is a high failure rate on the touchpads requireing master reset....firmware updates etc and people don't want to deal with that.
@@waltfriedrich7631 I totally understand. But if your looking for an older style of platform there are other brands that have that style of tech Grand design or Montana. I love the out of the box thinking, new idea's, modern look from Brinkly, but its like having an Iphone or Android with dial up internet. I have many friends young and old with newer motor homes and they have the touch pads. Like I mention there is no perfect Rv, I still am leaning on the 3610, or the Pinacle 2025.. will at the Rv show this year in Tampa.
Great video. Some of these things are just head scratchers. As you know we have an Alliance 5ver and a Lance TT. Yes there are head scratchers in those 2. BUT your head scratchers are worse. The slide switch in the MB especially is bad if its a schwintek. The light switch in the cabinet is dumb....the AC plug issue below the desk....the slide topper not an option is a non starter. We had a dealer put in a dryer vent in our Alliance...and when they installed it was not even close to being level. Cant imagine how they would butcher slide toppers.
We have the 3610 as well. Here is my list of dislikes: #1) Both the bunkhouse and bedroom a/c units, the design in the bunkhouse was awful, both had temperature sensor issues and the sensor now hangs out to fix the problem. Both have diverters on them to push the air away from the intake, and they are loud….once there is a low profile chill cube the current units hit marketplace. #2) drum brakes are terrible, if you are selling a “premium” product it should have disk brakes standard. #3)The roof, even our recalled and replaced vents have cracks, the osb at one point swelled and our TPO roof on the slides have holes where the material has wrinkled, and torn, the solution….eternabond. #4) The dealerships, our sales process was great, the camper had body damage and we were promised it would look factory, far from the truth. Our closest dealership refused to perform a NHTSA recall because we did not buy from them (I am looking into if they can refuse to do this because they are a Brinkley franchisee) Overall the build quality has been great and Brinkley answers their phones. The RV is beautiful and we are hoping to get many years out of it. It is going to take some work to get some of the issues fixed but Brinkley seems open. To criticism and implemented improvements quickly.
@@TreeTalkerTheTraveler, I believe it was all models built prior to January 2024. It is listed on the NHTSA website and is specific to all models up to a certain VIN number. The 12v wiring recall was actually discovered by Brinkley.
Interesting we have a lance 2185 and are looking at a Brinkley to find something of similar quality in a 5ver. Agreed on the lance dinette, it’s pretty awesome.
That’s what we did as well. In the end the Brinkley quality is even far better than our Lance quality and we loved the Lance. I think you will love the Brinkley. There are a lot of former Lancer owners on our 3610 Facebook group.
I hope you told all this to Brinkley. They do listen, I know because I made a recommendation, and they are going to start doing it on the G3500/G4000 with the new couch soon, I was told. That would be cool to be the reason a company like Brinkley uses something
They do listen. I haven’t told them or sent this video to them but I know watch and I believe they subscribe to our page. I’ll email them just to be certain. Great rig.
To be fair, many of these issues are specific to this particular model/Model Zs. Model Gs are very different; slide toppers can come from the factory, solar is included, we have a microwave vent, OneControl app runs everything, etc.
Is your truck a 450 ? How does it go pulling that size camper with your truck we are going to look at a new 450 ford this week,what we found is the 450 has the shortest turning radius which seems to be important with that rv
Ours is a 350. I think the 450 looks better and gives you better turning radios with just a small lost in payload. All things equal I would get the 450 but the 350 will do great. There were no 450s available at the time I purchased and there is not a big enough difference to wait for it for me. Loving the truck so far.
The Brinkley’s coming off the line now can and I do recommend Brinkleys. I’m not sure of any other manufacturers but would check with Alliance. Thanks for watching!
I’ve watched this 3 times now. We are looking at 3110 or 3100. I’m not a TPO fan but is PVC a good alternative? PVC doesn’t play well with uv from sun. I asked about light switch during first walkthrough. 3 way switches needed. The vent missing over stove is a show stopper for me. I would like to hear more about your tow vehicle. I’m shopping for one now due to unfortunate mechanical issues on current one. Do you have dual pane windows? Disc or drum brakes?
Thanks for watching (all three times). We really love this unit and the issues are small given the pros. So far the lack of the door light and vent has not been a big deal though I would like them. We have the F350 DWD. It has done amazing, no regrets!.
Thanks! We have taken some heat and we do LOVE our Brinkley and would recommend one, but nothing is perfect. But we have received some „feedback“ for this one. lol.
Can you specify which Happy Acres campground you’ve visited? Is it in Sanctuary, TX? Yikes! It’s kinda hot around Texas right now.) There are a few campgrounds around the country with this name and I’m new to this camping thing and collecting the names of the good ones. Great video! Brand new subscriber here. Thank you.
It’s the Happy Acres in Indiana. I put the link in the video information. It’s close to Elkhart if there for tour. We enjoyed our time there. Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Maybe after you’re no longer staying there you can post the location of the campground? I actually keep a list of recommended campgrounds around the country. Happy camping and stay cool!
Nice. We have a 2025 z285 trailer. They put chill cubes in the living room and bedroom! I think you will see more chill cubes in the bedrooms of the 5th wheels when they come out with a low profile version. It looks like they are using GE low profile systems now. The other thing i am disappointed with is the owners manual. It is quite lacking on where things are. We didnt know where the light switch was for the exterior lights or where the sink gray tank valve was! A simple diagram with where things are would be nice. Otherwise we love our 285!
New to watching your channel one suggestion would be to get up on top of your rig and get measurements as a retired truck driver I would doubt that you are taller than 13.6 but always good to know for piece of mind and I will say that's a beautiful rig
Thanks. We do love this rig. Great suggestion on measuring. We had a low bridge encounter this summer coming up on a video. Luckily we turned around, not easy with 42' behind you, lol
Dam, Brinkley need to hire you as a consultant on their RV's.! These Brinkley owners are suppose to have years of experience with RV's. You have certainly nailed some problems. Also was your unit that was called back for some wiring issues? Good video!
Thanks! Our unit does have a recall on wiring. We do not have the fridge wiring recall but we have the recall to add over protection (bus bar with fuses) for some items. Overall (so far) it has been a great until.
You have a nice Rv, but I think ORV is a better constructed Rv. It’s not the glitz and glamour unit which I don’t need in an Rv. I have that in my homes. We will be full time as soon as the wife retires (she can’t work remotely). Since they build their own frame the fresh water tank is 80 or 100 gallons which you can fill up before your trip. Their models can handle that. My other Rv can’t
@@moecabrera9595 Thanks for watching and commenting on this video which is part of a review series that evaluates all the pros and cons so a potential buyer can make an informed decision. Sadly some people do not understand this concept. I feel bad for them as it has to be hard to not get such simple things. Thanks for watching and hope you come back.
Never been in a Brinkley, but from afar, it looks boring to me. The rear end looks entry level-ish, higher end models have a motorhome type cap back there (take a look at the Jayco Pinnacle). The paint colors… .black and white, boring. Don't need stripes and/or swoop decals, but come on, put some color on those things. Lastly, I don't like the profile of it. I hate how the roofline on the back dives down, again, it gives the trailer a cheaper look and those things aren't cheap.
Thanks for watching and sharing your opinion. We all like different things and that’s good that there are different options for that reason. That slope is called a mid profile. There are reasons for it and pros and cons. Sounds like you would like full profile model. Thanks again.
This guy is whining and complaining about first world problems. Dude you have the highest quality fifth wheel RV for the price point. There are a lot of people in this world who would love to have your problems. Quit complaining and go enjoy your RV.
@chetreece226 Actually I don't think he is helping others such as myself who are looking at campers and Brinkley is on the list. One of the ways companies improve their products is customer feedback. Just maybe Brinkley can address these issues and build future campers better.
We have PVC on our roof of our current rig. We asked our manufacturer about it and they did say it cost more to have PVC. We are really impressed with the quality of Brinkley’s cabinets. Thank you for a great video from an actual owner! Yes everyone need to go do a factory tour, we toured two manufacturers while we were there in the area.
Thanks for watching and commenting. We also love the cabinets. Overall is so far seems very well built and we are enjoying it. Agree about doing a tour. We learned a lot doing them and it was fun.
Thanks for view and comment. The Brinkley tour is very nice. I look forward to doing more tours.
@@TreeTalkerTheTraveler We did the Alliance and KZ tours last week and seeing how these campers are built is very eye opening. Do they get things wrong, sure and sometimes it’s a lot. Finding a great dealership to fix the problems is challenging in itself. Side note, We’ve had our current rig for 4 years and we haven’t had a problem that made us stop camping forever. While we were at each location we got to video 2025 models for our channel. Thank you for the comment back at us, we truly appreciate your feedback on Brinkley.
He's making very good points! Yeah you guys got to fix that, I'm a definitely going to look before I purchase now at these switches!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
All solid observations. Most of the things you mentioned I have casually thought about. Thanks for putting them out there. I too own a Brinkley and every one except the one specific to you model make sense for me. I hope Brinkley sees your suggestions and implements them into the new models.
Thanks! I appreciate your view and comment. Maybe we will see each other at the campground!
Thanks so much for this video. We are looking into campers and Brinkley is one of them This video is very informative and hopefully Brinkley will be able to address at least some of these issues. Keep the videos coming and congratulations on your Brinkley.
Thanks for watching and commenting. If you get a Brinkley I think you will be happy. We are releasing our conclusion review with the big positives soon. The few negatives are far outweighed by the positives-- so far. Thanks again.
Phenomenal video!! Anyone that has a Brinkley on their short list, newbies and veterans alike will find this video extremely valuable. I appreciate the time and effort you put into this.
Thanks. I have two more coming (one on how it held up and one about general overall impressions) but spoiler alert, we love it. Not perfect but way better so far. Thanks again for watching and commenting.
Thank you!! Truly appreciate the comment and view!
This is a great glimpse into one of these RV's. I am very interested in Brinkley because of the quality and the customer support they provide. Ohhh btw. Porch lights bring bugs. :)
Good point. My last two RVs had the yellow option that seemed to not be as bad with bugs -- but still brought some in.
Thanks for watching.
I agree with adding the toppers as an option at the factory.
It would be nice. Thanks for watching.
They are an option now on the G3950. The one I am looking at,
@@dougwilliams3276 the G line is awesome!
Love your video. Do you have a video explaining how we can do inverter ? We have Brinkley z3100. We would love to join harvest host but we want to be able to do air conditioning.
Thanks for watching. I filmed the process and will be releasing a video on the inverter build soon.
We live fulltime in a Brinkley Z2900 and have a Lance 2075 for touring - so I can relate and agree with your assessment of both - thank you for a great job. Both RVs do well in very cold and very warm weather with some preparation. Unfortunately on the Facebook sites of both RVs - the owners think they own the best and don’t want to hear any negative comments on either - so I read their good comments and go to other sites like yours to see what upgrades have been implemented to make improvements or replaced junk equipment with better quality ones.
My experience is same. Love the Brinkley but now wish I kept the Lance for some trips that it’s better suited such as small state parks. But have no regrets about buying a Brinkley.
All very good valid points!
Thanks! I appreciate your view and comments.
Our Alliance Ave came with unvented microwave too, just had the external vent installed, what a HUGE difference!
Did you have that done at the Alliance meet up? I knew there was a person there doing them.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
I was one of the guys in the Lance 2445 group with you lol, we both have good taste, went from the Lance to the Brinkley. Will never buy something with a Schwinteck slide after the major failures we had with Lance. How you like traveling with this over a bumper pull? 41' vs 30'. Im torn between this and the 3110. We have the 295 travel trailer but want to go Fifth Wheel. Is it easy to find good camp sites?
We had no issues finding camping sites this summer, but did stick to bigger campgrounds. I found it pulled easier than the Lance and was no problem at all but I did get a DWD. Pulled it with my SWD and it was fine but decided to get a little more truck. Can’t go wrong with either the 3110 or 3610. You will love it.
Great video we are looking at a 3610 . You pointed out some good things,porch light would be nice,and since they prep for slide toppers, it would be nice if Brinkley installed the one that fits slide toppers are important. The one thing we wish they would include is the shower seat should not be a option. The biggest reason we like Brinkley is the fit and finish the extra mile they go on building there frames,and from all the people who have Brinkleys there customer service is the best of all the rv manufacturers. We look forward to more of your videos on the 3610 .
You will love the 3610. It’s amazing. I‘m really looking forward to the positive video and you are right the fit and finish is best in industry in my opinion. Thanks for watching.
Beautiful RVs! I love the light interiors and all the cabinets. The nonexistent exhaust fan is a big deal. I take it the window behind the stove doesn’t open. That would be an easy fix if it did,I guess. The porch light is important too.Quiet AC is great,but as you mentioned the on/off thing over night is annoying. Agree about having the option of slide cover that one can order from manufacturer as an option. The wrinkling of roof is kind of scary. These are very valid points.
Really enjoyed your video!!
Thanks. I appreciate the comment. The kitchen window doesn’t open but so far the ceiling vent (now that I have a cover) seems to work ok so not as big of deal as I was afraid it would be. Thanks again.
Very helpful info, we are currently looking to purchase a Brinkley and I notice as well no toppers on slides and no vent above stove, going to miss that
Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching. I think you will love your Brinkley, I do. You can get a vent added aftermarket but so far it hasn’t been an issue somit not going to.
TPO is a great roofing material been used in commercial applications for decades. Nothing like rubber (EPDM) and can be patched just like vinyl. To clean all you do is wet it let it sit 2 mins then use a power washer....will look like new.
Thanks and great to know. I do worry about the wrinkles going through the slide, is that an issue?
I appreciate you watching and commenting!
@@TreeTalkerTheTraveler not to worry
thanks for your experience with the 3610. I to feel Brinkly, came out with a new fresh look for Rvr's. Sleek and modern. They definitely dropped the ball with the control panel. I to have and fifth wheel with the "incomand" system. I love it. If I need to adjust lighting, heat, outdoor lighting and I am in bed, I simply open the app and take care of it. Seems like Brinkly went back 10years in time with this one.
I have been in the 3610 and to be honest we are looking at one. 1 thing that I would like for them to do is slide the island over 1 foot. Or reduce the length. We cant see the fire place if your at the table or even on the right lazy boy. Seem like the counter is smack right there.
I would also rather a tank water heater with both electric and propain, If you run out of propain your out of hot water. Give us options please brinkly
Thanks for watching. Ironically my issue with the Lance is it only had the in-Command switches so if it went out (and it did once) nothing worked. Ideally you would have an inCommand type set up with physical back up switches.
I was worried about propane only on water heater but it has not been an issue as it’s so efficient it barely uses any propane.
We REALLY LOVE the 3610. I think you will be not be disappointed if you get one. Great rig and good quality.
Thanks for watching!!
@@TreeTalkerTheTraveler thanks, we can have it all can we.. hahah happy ventures my friend. Will you are did you load it with solar?
They went with the panel set they have because many folks do not like the touchpad systems. Also there is a high failure rate on the touchpads requireing master reset....firmware updates etc and people don't want to deal with that.
@@waltfriedrich7631 I totally understand. But if your looking for an older style of platform there are other brands that have that style of tech Grand design or Montana. I love the out of the box thinking, new idea's, modern look from Brinkly, but its like having an Iphone or Android with dial up internet.
I have many friends young and old with newer motor homes and they have the touch pads. Like I mention there is no perfect Rv, I still am leaning on the 3610, or the Pinacle 2025.. will at the Rv show this year in Tampa.
Great video. Some of these things are just head scratchers. As you know we have an Alliance 5ver and a Lance TT. Yes there are head scratchers in those 2. BUT your head scratchers are worse. The slide switch in the MB especially is bad if its a schwintek. The light switch in the cabinet is dumb....the AC plug issue below the desk....the slide topper not an option is a non starter. We had a dealer put in a dryer vent in our Alliance...and when they installed it was not even close to being level. Cant imagine how they would butcher slide toppers.
Thanks for watching. I have real trust issues with dealers. So I don’t have slide toppers right now but will likely install myself.
We loved our Lance too! But also love our Brinkley!
Agree 100%. Loving the Brinkley. Thanks for watching.
We have the 3610 as well. Here is my list of dislikes:
#1) Both the bunkhouse and bedroom a/c units, the design in the bunkhouse was awful, both had temperature sensor issues and the sensor now hangs out to fix the problem. Both have diverters on them to push the air away from the intake, and they are loud….once there is a low profile chill cube the current units hit marketplace.
#2) drum brakes are terrible, if you are selling a “premium” product it should have disk brakes standard.
#3)The roof, even our recalled and replaced vents have cracks, the osb at one point swelled and our TPO roof on the slides have holes where the material has wrinkled, and torn, the solution….eternabond.
#4) The dealerships, our sales process was great, the camper had body damage and we were promised it would look factory, far from the truth. Our closest dealership refused to perform a NHTSA recall because we did not buy from them (I am looking into if they can refuse to do this because they are a Brinkley franchisee)
Overall the build quality has been great and Brinkley answers their phones. The RV is beautiful and we are hoping to get many years out of it. It is going to take some work to get some of the issues fixed but Brinkley seems open. To criticism and implemented improvements quickly.
Great summary and good to know. I’m going to keep an eye on the roofs and vents. When was the vent recall?
Thanks for watching and commenting.
@@TreeTalkerTheTraveler, I believe it was all models built prior to January 2024. It is listed on the NHTSA website and is specific to all models up to a certain VIN number. The 12v wiring recall was actually discovered by Brinkley.
Interesting we have a lance 2185 and are looking at a Brinkley to find something of similar quality in a 5ver. Agreed on the lance dinette, it’s pretty awesome.
That’s what we did as well. In the end the Brinkley quality is even far better than our Lance quality and we loved the Lance. I think you will love the Brinkley. There are a lot of former Lancer owners on our 3610 Facebook group.
I hope you told all this to Brinkley. They do listen, I know because I made a recommendation, and they are going to start doing it on the G3500/G4000 with the new couch soon, I was told. That would be cool to be the reason a company like Brinkley uses something
They do listen. I haven’t told them or sent this video to them but I know watch and I believe they subscribe to our page. I’ll email them just to be certain. Great rig.
To be fair, many of these issues are specific to this particular model/Model Zs. Model Gs are very different; slide toppers can come from the factory, solar is included, we have a microwave vent, OneControl app runs everything, etc.
Correct the Gs are a step up. I’m just not in need of a toy hauler. I bet their full profile line will be like Gs. Can’t wait to see.
@@TreeTalkerTheTraveler100%. We full time in the Model G 3950 but the toy hauler is actually a bunk room for 4 kids 😂
Is your truck a 450 ? How does it go pulling that size camper with your truck we are going to look at a new 450 ford this week,what we found is the 450 has the shortest turning radius which seems to be important with that rv
Ours is a 350. I think the 450 looks better and gives you better turning radios with just a small lost in payload. All things equal I would get the 450 but the 350 will do great. There were no 450s available at the time I purchased and there is not a big enough difference to wait for it for me. Loving the truck so far.
What RV brand would you recommend that has the full inverter prep included that can run the at least one A/C?
The Brinkley’s coming off the line now can and I do recommend Brinkleys. I’m not sure of any other manufacturers but would check with Alliance.
Thanks for watching!
Great coverage and information. One thing I would add, you need a microphone.
Thanks for watching and for tip.
I’ve watched this 3 times now. We are looking at 3110 or 3100. I’m not a TPO fan but is PVC a good alternative? PVC doesn’t play well with uv from sun. I asked about light switch during first walkthrough. 3 way switches needed. The vent missing over stove is a show stopper for me. I would like to hear more about your tow vehicle. I’m shopping for one now due to unfortunate mechanical issues on current one. Do you have dual pane windows? Disc or drum brakes?
Thanks for watching (all three times). We really love this unit and the issues are small given the pros. So far the lack of the door light and vent has not been a big deal though I would like them. We have the F350 DWD. It has done amazing, no regrets!.
Love the Brinkley
Fantastic & honest video! ❤
Thanks! We have taken some heat and we do LOVE our Brinkley and would recommend one, but nothing is perfect. But we have received some „feedback“ for this one. lol.
Can you specify which Happy Acres campground you’ve visited? Is it in Sanctuary, TX? Yikes! It’s kinda hot around Texas right now.) There are a few campgrounds around the country with this name and I’m new to this camping thing and collecting the names of the good ones. Great video! Brand new subscriber here. Thank you.
It’s the Happy Acres in Indiana. I put the link in the video information. It’s close to Elkhart if there for tour. We enjoyed our time there.
Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Maybe after you’re no longer staying there you can post the location of the campground? I actually keep a list of recommended campgrounds around the country. Happy camping and stay cool!
camphappyacres.com/
Great points!
Thanks and thanks for watching and commenting!
Nice. We have a 2025 z285 trailer. They put chill cubes in the living room and bedroom! I think you will see more chill cubes in the bedrooms of the 5th wheels when they come out with a low profile version. It looks like they are using GE low profile systems now. The other thing i am disappointed with is the owners manual. It is quite lacking on where things are. We didnt know where the light switch was for the exterior lights or where the sink gray tank valve was! A simple diagram with where things are would be nice. Otherwise we love our 285!
Thanks for the comments. I hope they do come out with a low profile chill cube! These Brinkleys are great rigs.
New to watching your channel one suggestion would be to get up on top of your rig and get measurements as a retired truck driver I would doubt that you are taller than 13.6 but always good to know for piece of mind and I will say that's a beautiful rig
Thanks. We do love this rig. Great suggestion on measuring. We had a low bridge encounter this summer coming up on a video. Luckily we turned around, not easy with 42' behind you, lol
I don't like mid-profile fifth wheels. I'd swtch to a drop frame to increase the basement size AND ditch the black front cap!
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Dam, Brinkley need to hire you as a consultant on their RV's.! These Brinkley owners are suppose to have years of experience with RV's. You have certainly nailed some problems. Also was your unit that was called back for some wiring issues? Good video!
Thanks! Our unit does have a recall on wiring. We do not have the fridge wiring recall but we have the recall to add over protection (bus bar with fuses) for some items.
Overall (so far) it has been a great until.
Great video.
Thanks!
Hope you’re taking notes Brinkley.
Thanks for watching and commenting
Can you tell us what kind of air conditioner is the quiet one.
It’s the Furion Chill Cube 18000 btu.
corporate.lippert.com/products/rv/ac/furrion-chill-cube
Great Info
Thanks. I appreciate it!
You have a nice Rv, but I think ORV is a better constructed Rv. It’s not the glitz and glamour unit which I don’t need in an Rv. I have that in my homes. We will be full time as soon as the wife retires (she can’t work remotely). Since they build their own frame the fresh water tank is 80 or 100 gallons which you can fill up before your trip. Their models can handle that. My other Rv can’t
ORV makes a great rig. Im sure it will serve you well. Congrats on getting ready to take such a big step. Hope to see you on the road!
Need a porch light!
I like having one.
Appreciate the attention to detail, as well as the the "straight forward" honest opinions! ❤️
Thanks. I truly appreciate the comment!
I disagree on the heat and air, we Don’t want to deal with the internet to control it
Nor do I but I want the option to control that way when I need to in addition to hard switches. Thanks for watching and commenting!
So you don’t know how to use switches. What a critical commentary 😂
Thanks for watching and leaving such an insightful comment.
A little spoiled eh? WOW! 🙄
@@moecabrera9595 Thanks for watching and commenting on this video which is part of a review series that evaluates all the pros and cons so a potential buyer can make an informed decision. Sadly some people do not understand this concept. I feel bad for them as it has to be hard to not get such simple things. Thanks for watching and hope you come back.
Is yours a 2024?
Yes
My wife said they need darker colors in side
Thanks for watching. I like lighter colors but a lot of people agree and want darker or more contrast.
Our Montana 3231CK doesn’t have a vented range hood. It circulates air inside the kitchen. Terrible design.
Thanks for watching. Agree. Far better to vent the stove top outside.
Never been in a Brinkley, but from afar, it looks boring to me.
The rear end looks entry level-ish, higher end models have a motorhome type cap back there (take a look at the Jayco Pinnacle).
The paint colors… .black and white, boring. Don't need stripes and/or swoop decals, but come on, put some color on those things.
Lastly, I don't like the profile of it. I hate how the roofline on the back dives down, again, it gives the trailer a cheaper look and those things aren't cheap.
Thanks for watching and sharing your opinion. We all like different things and that’s good that there are different options for that reason.
That slope is called a mid profile. There are reasons for it and pros and cons. Sounds like you would like full profile model.
Thanks again.
This guy is whining and complaining about first world problems. Dude you have the highest quality fifth wheel RV for the price point. There are a lot of people in this world who would love to have your problems. Quit complaining and go enjoy your RV.
Thanks for watching.
@chetreece226 Actually I don't think he is helping others such as myself who are looking at campers and Brinkley is on the list. One of the ways companies improve their products is customer feedback. Just maybe Brinkley can address these issues and build future campers better.