Only 30ft LUXURY Suite!! 2022 Rockwood 8263MBR
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- Опубліковано 21 жов 2024
- 2022 Forest River Rockwood Signature Ultralite 8263MBR Travel Trailer
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2022 Rockwood 8263MBR Specs
Hitch 1,065
Empty 7,495
Cargo 2370
Max 9865
Length 29' 11"
Height 11' 7"
Width 8'0"
Fresh 54gal
Gray 40+40
Black 40gal
Awning 19'
This is just the cutest little rolling vacation suite I swear! Rockwood always finds a way to break all the rules but somehow IT ALWAYS WORKS FOR THEM!!
I really see this one as a great singles or couple's getaway camper. The shorter size is great for towing while the taller ceilings & king bed slide + bathroom ensuite just scream "Seasonal" or "Destination Use!"
The walk-thru bedroom isn't for everybody. So if you'd prefer a rear bedroom or queen bed, then take a look at these:
→ Rockwood 2608BS: bit.ly/3BFjUqz
Coachmen also does something similar with a dedicated camp kitchen!
→ Freedom Express 259FKDS: bit.ly/2Zi8VFu
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Yes.. YES.. YEEEEES! What a find. Checks countless boxes
Eating area, counterspace, big bathroom, nice bedroom, couch, storage, under 30 feet!
This has it all. Great.
We finally pulled the trigger and picked up a 2023 Rockwood 8263mbr. Towed it home, rigging it up for our first trip. We love it. Thank you Josh for all your videos. We just didn’t find a better built unit for the money than this signature model. You do the community a great service. Thank you.
Wow TY steve!!
Would love to know experiences with it after they use it?
An awesome couple’s camper for those who may not want to entertain overnight guests😉
Absolutely. "Well guys that was fun. But now get out." lol
I was fortunate enough to buy this camper yesterday, and I got to meet Josh too.....
Nice 👍
Ty so much for choosing our door step!!
That kitchen is amazing. Re the dining table, one person can easily sit on the end and the second person can move over……
"What do you watch while camping?"... Every morning, I watch you and other camping related videos. Doesn't matter if I am camping or not!
lol wow man.. that's incredible. It's still humbling to me how many people tune into see this chubby midwestern dude with a camera on a stick yacking about these things
omg my fav floor plan ever. i never see these advertised anymore
Super popular! Likely mostly sold out
@@JoshtheRVNerd i saved this one's serial number in my phone for this particular one. if i ever am ready to get an RV; this will be the one i get. that bathroom is surprisingly room
This is my all time dream. Except with dark cabinets and carpet in the bedroom 👌🏼
Both available!
Great video! Thus is a very nice couples travel trailer. I love the big bathroom and the shower and the bedroom and that bar stool seating look. Don’t need no table really. Can sit at the counter. I love the front kitchen. It’s all very nice to me. Very comfortable looking. Thank you Josh!
Thanks so much!
i love this camper seen it at the maryland towson timonium fair grounds rv show and fell inlove with this camper. only camper i want. currently saving.
Very nice!
This floor plan is amazing. I have no problem with someone having to walk through the bedroom to get to the bathroom. Great job to Rockwood for this one.
It doesn’t feel like a layout for folks who regularly have guests. I wouldn’t have issues with it now and then
I think this is the first kitchen to adopt the triangle setup. The sink to fridge to stove form a triangle work space, good setup for the chef at the campsite.
They used to have a V-Nose with a front kitchen that was fantastic. Huge counter space and the camp cook never had to move
I like this one. I’d LOVE it if they did his and hers closets in the bedroom.
It does feel limited in bedroom hanging storage for a bed slide model in my view. I’d be interested to see that worked out
I love the kitchen and all the storage in the bedroom.
This is a awesome floor plan. Perfect for wife and I. Only thing I don’t like is having two sinks in bathroom(not a deal breaker) and I’ll would get the second AC. Thanks for sharing Josh👍👍
I agree on both accounts. I prefer single sink. Dual won't kill it for me.
I'd likely go 2nd air myself as well
Agreed!!!
@@JoshtheRVNerd awww here i go again; one sink & w/d combo 😬👀
Insert for the second sink would be nice for singles with a LOT of counter stuff
I just spit out my coffee when you talked about, then slammed those graphics for TV "UP IN YOUR FACCCE." Josh you're a pleasure and I appreciate your videos. 😂
I’ve been a fan of this Floorplan ever since it came out!
Same. I'd love to see them do more with this "Suite" concept
Maybe. Folding extension for extra dining? That thing is nice! A pull out and drop down tv arm would help too. Or maybe install the arm vertically?
I have seen that done. I like the idea. Only concern would be getting it put back up since the counter could sorta be in the way
Your jokes are so funny.
I love when you post Rockwood videos
😊
The hidden drain is probably not a deal breaker but the 20' run of hose to connect to the main and the extra fittings and hose support would make me think twice. And really no need for 2 sinks in the bathroom, 1 and a w/d setup would be much preferred. Other than that I like it all.
Good video Josh, thanks.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Ty Ty. Same to you. Ty for all your visits this year!
Yes! I like that idea as well! 😀
My wife and I have been looking for a local dealer who has this floor plan after watching this walk thru. Thanks Josh! Perfect couples camper for us as our second camper. The cougar 26rbs was our first one and while nice, the bed slide makes a huge difference in the room we have in the bedroom. Towing with a f250 gasser.
Let me know what you think once you see one!
@JoshtheRVNerd We actually saw it...traded our old rig and got the 2023 model of the 8263 which relocated the 50amp plug to the back instead of under where the water hookup is located. "Rockwood doing Rockwood things" 😀
Another person I would love to hear how things go for you.
@angelaacrivosharvey4464 we had her out this weekend on our shakedown cruise, everything went well. Just a nice camper for the 2 of us. Plenty of room for us and the high tv wasn't really a show stopper. Once you recline it's a great viewing angle. The fact that the main exterior storage is under the bed, you have to make trips from that side to the other to set up, but that's not a show stopper either.
The lack of a wineguard 360 antenna is causing some challenges for internet but working on a solution for that with a 5g router with sim card. (I'm in tech and I often work while on the road so internet access is a must) The wifi ranger apparently only works with T Mobile which for rural areas isn't that great. I'll get it nailed down though!
@@davidosborne8349wow thank you so much for that quick in depth reply and something else for me to definitely keep in mind as my future RV will need service of some sort of good service if my sister (usually remote contract software engineer) travels (& works) with me. She recently sold her cabin in TN where she used an AT&T wireless box for Internet access. Which fluctuated apparently with the cloud cover. Let me know if there any videos to help with similar situations while traveling? Thank you again!
Because the front slide drain is just grey water, I would hook it up before I opened the slide and keep the slide valve open. Love this trailer!!!!
I used to keep the gray tank valve open until my camper started smelling like sewer. Some research suggested it was because some sink vents (like mine) don't vent outside. When I started closing it, the smell went away. So I would be keeping them closed unless dumping. Our routine is that I am usually dumping while my wife is getting the inside ready for travel, which necessitates the slide being out. So this, plus having to get an extra hose and a "Y" fitting (or dump twice, crawling under slides), means it is off my list.
Makes sense.@@walkerhomevideo
Oh I love this one, breakfast bar setup is good.. perfect couple camper
I really enjoy it. I get that it might not be for everyone but I like it
I like this model for my self. Like the larger feel of it and bigger kitchen and the spacious feel of the bedroom and love the bathroom especially that shower size.
this is a perfect couples camper. I'd seriously consider this if my fiance and I didn't plan to have kids as soon as we doe because the floor plan is perfect. Josh, you really need to stop confusing an auld man like me with all these awesome floor plans!
If my wife hasn't changed me by now, then you're certainly not going to either lol :)
Josh this so one of my favorite floor plans. Rockwood rocks!
That should be their hashtag
Josh,
Easy shortcut for kitchen drain...if at an rv park:
before you open slide, hook up hose
Problem solved and then just
leave your drain open...its grey water!
Technically nasty stuff can still build up doing that but it takes a LOOOOOONG time
For the coat closet by the entry, it would be more convenient and useable if the shelving were hinged to be able to drop away flat for coats or pop up for shelves.
Also, I find the hooks are always mounted too low and too few, they'll put two where three could be.
Easy enough to diy, good idea!
That shower/tub is sooo close to a step-in. Would like to see them figure out how to do that! Annnd just one sink (maybe a small utility type) would be great.
I know I Know, Josh, but a small w/d stack would be good spot for the extra sink!
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You're not the first to mention either of those. They're fair points.
Things I want that are in this camper:
Under 30 FT
Big bathroom
Rear Bathroom
Counterspace
Couch
Eating area
Nice size bedroom
Storage
Modern
Outdoor kitchen not a must but has it
Josh, you're so adorable. Thanks for making all the videos entertaining and informative.
Thx for watching Patrick!! Stay warm and safe :)
Nice but I agree that it does need some tweeks. First, I would swap the bedroom and bathroom locations with one another. Second, I agree that the front gray water pull needs to be relocated. Third, as someone mentioned I would hinge the shelf near the entryway. Last I think a queen bed with more room for my cpap would be good. Don't need the king. I could live with the small eating arrangement but it could be more user friendly.
Thx Mike. Seems like pretty consistent feedback. Thx for the visit. Stay warm and safe!!
We bought a Flagstaff 826MBR and tow with a 1/2 ton with a 6.2L handles great.
Awesome thank you for sharing
I love this model. Josh, one suggestion….would they add a flip up extension to the dining counter? It would allow for a little elbow room for the people on the stools to spread out.
Would be cool. I have seen Rockwood do it elsewhere
I agree with hating sharp corners and I very much appreciate your honesty on always pointing (get it?) that out to us whenever you see them - that trim piece should be changed out or even option of in counter microwave instead of overhead which dangerous anyway. The end of the counter actually had plenty of room too and space to walk around so slide one to the end instead.
Thanks for sharing the review and walk thru Josh. Merry Christmas!
Thanks, you too!
Love this model and I think it has more then enough hanging space. I always lean toward 2 AC units since there are already two max air fans. One bathroom sink for me also just eliminate the one in the back to have more counter.
That's... a solid point actually. Thank you
Great job on your review! Very honest.
I try. Ty
My 8313 was configured the same for the kitchen sink. Needed to repair the rear gray and was having trouble finding the leak. Removed the bottom cover, found the leak and looked at the front gray tank. easy plumbing job to add a line back to the other gray tank. Put both gray shut off valves up in the heated compartment so they would not freeze. The valves stem and handle stuck out of the bottom cover. Did same with black water. Both gray and black exited at the factory rear outlet. Added positive support to the outlet (factory lack of support appeared to be the cause of the leak).
We have had some freezing temps and so far no issues or problems.
Do not like the dinning area. Limited shelf space on the sides of the bed. Not sure if BiPAP would fit.
One AC has worked fine for me. AC improved a bit.
Do like the double sinks.
Solar - joke ! My truck cap has 800 watts and is under 7' long. My Rockwood has much more. Remove or line up roof penetrations with AC leaving a left and right area for solar. Top of slide outs put flexible panels. Add batteries and properly sized inverters and power the whole camper. Had one camp ground give me a hassle when I did not connect to the power. They tried to charge me for power.
I've actually be surprised we don't see things like flex panels on slide roofing, but then again slide toppers quickly negate them like you see on this RV
I love this plan and the color pallette. But...
1. One sink in the bathroom is definitely enough
2. Moving the kitchen dump pull would be preferred absolutely.
3. That king bed doesn't provide well for c-pap users.
If those items were addressed it'd be darn near perfect.
TY Roanna. Fair stuff as always!
I would like a queen bed, don't understand why they made being able to change it so difficult. 🤔
Ive already ordered one of these. I'm going to add the 5 gal. water dispenser that you see in a Jayco, under the sink.
Ooh that'll be cool!
There is a few things they could redesign to make better, but I know Rockwood will, as they actually listen to their customers. But overall I really like it, that bathroom is amazing! Merry Christmas Josh and all in the Haylett family 🎄🎅🎁
Any specific feedback??
@@JoshtheRVNerd Honestly Josh, just the ones you mentioned lol I've come love Rockwoods, probably like many from you. I think best value for the money. Not perfect all the time, BUT they sure do try!
I watch Good Mythical Morning every weekday morning while I have my coffee or tea.
...I may have to look into that
@@JoshtheRVNerd oh if you aren’t familiar you definitely should I think.
Hey Josh what a great review, we have been looking for a new travel trailer and enjoy your reviews very much. This was a model we had not seen before. Our kids are in college and we ate now empty nester but have a shell on our truck and therefore 5th wheels are out. We have a 3/4 ton diesel and I feel confident this is not a 1/2 ton towable , we have a jayco at this point that is older, 1998 and weights in at 7000 pounds loaded and the diesel does not notice but our navigator did not do well with it, it would pull it but struggled. The kitchen dump does not bother me as the dump would be done with the slide closed. This one is in contention for sure. Thank you for the review.
My pleasure!
Love this Rockwood travel trailer, I was able to actually see one in person and the layout was one of the best and most spacious ones I have seen, one thing to consider... instead of making the double sink a standard feature it would make more sense to make it optional with optional washer dryer hookups for those that are going to be spending long periods of time living in this camper. I definitely agree on the point of the grey water drain in the front of the camper, that is definitely some questionable placement. Beyond that I would be sold on this camper, it is spacious and they make the most of every square inch.
You actually have to be careful with washer dryer hook ups. You really should not put them dead on the rear wall like that as the bouncing can damage the machine when it’s all the way behind the axles that far
I'm not knowledgeable (yet) on purpose of the grey hose (yep absolutely newbie) but is it something usually set up before or after or during set up \ break down of your site?
I wish there was more power outlets in the kitchen Like to the left of the sink. That space below the sink I would partition it and put a adjustable shelf system under the sink side and use for my pots and pans.
I like this one. The lack of travel bathroom accessibility is problematic. I think the space under the kitchen sink with outdoor accessibility makes for the perfect MIL Suite. The king bed means both pampered pooches can snuggle with the Mrs while im comfy in the theater seat.
It's adorable.. so perfect for a couple that likes to travel... And that kitchen is damn near the same kitchen you would get in a couples fifth wheel trailer.
Maria and Stuart Varney on Fox Business. No problem with the front gray tank drain spout location. I have the slide 'in' when I'm stopped at the dump station. More hanging closet space would be nice.
I think the dump valves work fine if you're moving like you've described. For people set up long term with on site sewer, then I could see it being annoying
This intro got Tonto pretty excited.
_steps away slowly_
Shes a beaut Josh! This RV rocks! Great layout and perfect for a traveling couple! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
AND NO THE GREY WATER PULL IS NOT A DEAL BREAKER!!!!😂
I'm pretty sure that after a couple times it would really bother me, I can already feel cold knees and wind whistling up my jacket.
We have a 2516s not a 2416s
The 2 access pieta don't bother me to much because the 2516s has the same issue but with the slides in it's not a deal breaker. The only issue would be if at the dump station and the hose would not reach both access points and you would have to move the trailer
Since the gray water tank for the kitchen sink is a 40 gallon tank, there shouldn't be a need to empty it with the slide open. Therefore placement is fine.
In the 🌅 I like to watch your channel. Merry 🎄 Christmas to you and your 👪
Be safe and stay Warm Elizabeth
As you say “no one is ever happy all the time”. We would trade the king bed for a queen, maybe a pantry.
Love the dual battery box. Also, check the Kia wheel stem valve to make sure it's screwed in tight!
The front drain is definitely a pain. Maybe cut off the factory pull valve, put on a 90° elbow and 3-4 ft straight pipe pointed towards the rear near the tires, then add the pull valve to that.
I would buy this for my ex-wife. I promised her a camper\trailer and this is perfect for her. We justa waltched this video and she absolutely loves this plan...and she's from Dearborn and has subscribed to you in her own right.
If it didn't literally just roll out yesterday to the new owners I'd tell her to come visit it
This is good model. They should make the poles easier to reach.
Hi Josh, could the chair be moved to more of an end table sitting position to give more room for both?
I don't see why not. There'd just be a little limited knee space potentially. That's why I mentioned the angled seating on the end -- so your legs kind of organically wrap around the cabinet base
Hey Josh: I am the one that always asked about the horse trailers. You never got back to me, so this morning while looking for horse and livestock trailers to partially convert to RV trailer , I found Sundowner Trailers now has small, reasonable priced 16 and 18 ft campers.
What a game changer! Sundowner is high quality in horse and livestock trailers & they do CAMPERS NOW? Maybe Bish would carry some?
Apologies if I missed something you sent thru. I do my best to personally review EVERY comment that comes thru here but with as many as I get sometimes I'll miss one
I'm not familiar enough with Sundowner's current lineup unfortunately
I'm 6'3" tall too and love the extra high ceilings. I like the blond toned cabinets and trim. The layout is great. If 2 people are sitting at the breakfast bar, one person could swing around and sit at the end. The kitchen is well laid out in a triangle fashion. The lack of hanging closet space and awkward sewer connections are not necessarily a deal breaker but a negotiating point. An extra A/C unit could be in the bedroom area. I wish I had a 3/4 ton truck. Another spectacular review.
Ty!! Appreciate the kind remarks
Cool, but very problematic for Every thing you've mentioned.
We need a under 30foot for easier property access ANNND... The bathroom location, I am the last to go to bed, rather use the bathroom without waking anyone in the master. Bathroom before bedroom would be best
Try this one m.ua-cam.com/video/VvSbpXmBN5E/v-deo.html
Have a Merry Christmas Josh. Hope 2022 brings you more sales.
Hope it brings us all some peace and normalcy
@@JoshtheRVNerd Amen to that
The front drain line always makes me wonder who they get to design these trailers. Quite apparent that they don't campout themselves.
I really like this floor plan. That gray water pull under the slide is a bit inconvenient, but just hire a kid from the park to crawl under there to pull it for you.
At my age it would be fine. My parents would have issues for sure
I really like this floor plan all around. If I needed to access the bathroom I'd put wood chocks under the end of the bed to support any weight. Single sink in the bath is enough. Larger solar package and maxair fans with rain covers would be better. The 2608 is ok, but this is better.
Also it's only 30 friggin 30 feet long not a 45 foot Lux. It's a very nice layout for a couple. Add a small folding table and you are all set. I have an Outback 23krs front loading toy hauler and we have enough room for a 2 month trip, this is a very nice option for a couple. What to entertain? go to their larger trailer! :)
Agree. It’s a solo suite or cozy couple’s cabin
That’s perfect for my wife and I!
Good choice!
Who needs hanging space when you are relaxing
It's a fair point I suppose. Everyone camps differently. When you're in a full bed slide I think your mind connects the dots to those giant fifth wheel style closets. Doesn't mean they HAVE to be there of course.
Now Bish’s like what did there
I like the new 8262 better, no road mode issues with the bathroom. The bedroom is in front and it has double outside doors.
Hoping to get my hands on one of those later this year
@@JoshtheRVNerd Can't wait to see your review on it.
Merry Christmas!
I prefer this color scheme.
The end of the breakfast bar would make an awsome stand up desk location wuth laptop plugged into the TV for a large monitor.
Ooh.. I never thought of that!
Josh: So if I understand you correctly, when the slides are retracted, the bed is not usable to sleep on becauce it's not supported. How then does the end of the bed become supported for sleeping use when the slide is deployed? Respectfully, WS
Great question! Thanks for asking :)
This is a floor-flush slide like the living room. When retracted it actually climbs up above the floor level. When extended it lowers down to meet the floor
@@JoshtheRVNerdthank you very much for that explanation.
Looking at this one. I saw one clip of 2023. Can you do a 8262RBS? On the 8263MBR, (which we love) how do you handle hooking up 2 grey houses? Feel free to point me to a beginner camper owner playlist or book😊. I wish they had only put one sink in this one and centered the toilet on the back wall.
There are Y connectors you may find benefit using on dual sewer outlets like that
Merry Christmas everyone! Hey Josh, this is the coach I've on top of my list for New Year! It's as close to ideal floor plan and size I see for solo lady RVer! Only sad part is it isn't full time warranted!! I love the layout alot along with all the storage and interior wood tones. Very, bright and light! That's what I'm talking about!! Cheerz and have a great weekend all! As always, stay Chique!!
Ty! You as well :)
Remove the dinette and make it a entertainment center with fire 🔥place. Then add a table for use in front of the theatre seats. The bed slide seems like it needs to be engineered better.
Also that sewer dump under the slide is a deal breaker.
I'd probably like the champagne color with chocolate brown front but would not be a deal breaker if not available. A outside sink not a huge issue for me as I am use to tent camping and you never have a sink then. That outside storage door that goes directly under the kitchen sink for my purpose would be a great storage section for my animals large food bags or bins.
Absolutely love it❤
I do as well. The more "uncommon" a layout the more I seem to enjoy it
@@JoshtheRVNerd that is also what I look for. Especially hidden practically features 😉
Can you get washer/dryer hookup in this one?
Not that I've seen
As far as the double sinks in the bath - what if the left sink were shifted a bit further left, remove the right sink, and the right side medicine cabinet replaced with another hanging closet against the back wall in its place? More hanging space, still more than sufficient counter space
I like the idea of extra hanging storage in one of these. It feels fairly minimal in that area
The pointy corners at all the bottoms of the wood casework trim really bug me - eye pokers! I do like the ‘just for 2” layout, and having my own sink is a real luxury after weeks on the road
Love this floor plan so much! This would be perfect for my husband and I. Haven’t been able to see this exact floor plan in person yet. Can you get this model with the second A/C unit installed from factory or does it need to be added afterwards? (We’re in florida 🥵) Also, are there options for lighter color recliners? Do later models of this plan address the issue of the location of the front gray tank connection?
Btw, I appreciate your honesty, transparency and showing the unit with the slides in and all the options and information! Plus, you make the video enjoyable because of your wit!
Thanks!
Yeah 2nd air available from the factory or after. Either way
The decor you see here is the lighter of their two options
I'm not sure what they plan on doing regarding the sewer hookups
I like the front kitchen, glad to see slam latches on the storage doors! I'd like to see a larger outside kitchen, such as the 2507 or 2513 MiniLites or similar, love spending time outside as much as possible. I'd gladly give up that second bathroom sink in lieu of a larger outside kitchen. Or, they could add a second entry door in the bathroom, it'd certainly improve travel access. That front gray tank drain access sure seems like an afterthought not part of the normal Rockwood plan. That awning cover should be an option on other Rockwood units!
Bath entry door would be interesting on this model..
At first I thought but then they usually make the shower smaller when bathroom has 2 doors but then I saw what they were suggesting maybe shorten the vanity and put the door there with a bit of reconfiguring. But you wouldn't want to accidentally leave the bedroom access door locked and you go to go use the restroom during a rainstorm lol in a hurry 😢. Great suggestion otherwise especially if you get dirty or wet and don't want to walk through the main areas.
This is very nice
Love going thru Rockwoods
I really like this trailer and I love, love, LOVE the layout for my wife and me. However, I agree with you about the front gray tank release. I’m guessing that Rockwood intended for users to retract the slide before dumping. One other thing that really makes m not want to buy this model is that someone could break in the access points from the outside that lead into the kitchen or the bedroom. I work at a storage facility and that is exactly how a thief broke into one of my customers’ 5th wheel rig. The outside door was easy to pry open and from there, he got in and ransacked it. Plus there’s also the issue of outdoor air getting drawn in as well. Just a couple of fairly easy fixes I hope the Rockwood folks will address in future builds.
Love it!
I really like this one. The half-ton not towable probably makes it harder to choose.
With the slides can you operate them if you are not at a site? You mentioned they are destination slides. So could you use the solar or battery power to open them? I haven't looked into that much yet.
Apologies if I provided confusing information there. The slides are 12v and can open off battery power
I meant to say I think the layout is simply best used at a destination
@@JoshtheRVNerd No problem at all. I just don't know much about slides since I have been looking at smaller ones without slides.
Nice camper but I'll stay with my 2608BS. I'd rather have the extra room for a dinette and sofa with a smaller bathroom than the counter and larger bathroom. It also has the separate drain hidden by the slide. I've only camped twice in my 2608BS and it's not a big deal other than having to move the hose when dumping and not having the extra grey water to help flush the hose. I haven't camped with full hookups yet and figure i will just need to pull the slide in. I agree on no need for the 2 bathroom sinks. I would also get the 2nd AC. I have it and am so glad I did. It was nice having the electric heat strip last fall so I'm sure I will love the extra AC in the summer.
That 2608 is a beast and I can’t blame you for loving it. Hope you have a great time!!
Question from a soon to be first time owner, do you empty the tanks with the slide out? Nice floor plan
Slide position doesn't really affect tank operation thankfully
🤩 Wow!! More Rockwood Magic 🪄 in this TT!! #HaylettRV
SUSAN! Good to see you. I know you said work's been a mess. I always look forward to your face popping up down here in the comments. You are and will always be the ORIGINAL Superfan! :)
This trailer was at the top of my list of contenders to replace my current trailer, until I saw where the front gray tank dump valve was. The Freedom Express 259FKDS is nice, but my next trailer will NOT have a radius shower. Ditto the Rockwood 2608BS. I am anxiously awaiting the video of a Freedom Express 274RKS now, along with the Rockwood 8262RBS.
We literally just got the very first 274RKS ever yesterday. You can peek it at www.haylettautoandrv.com/inv/2022-Coachmen-Freedom-Express-274RKS-Coldwater-MI-V2905/
that's actually their prototype model. Updates will be made to make it even better before it goes live. I have a full video of it that'll go live in a week or two
Well I thought I had made a decision but now I have reviewed the Freedom Express 274RKS I realize I need to research much further. Really nice to see all the options you show Josh. Merry Christmas to you & everyone at Haylett RV
Just put a super slide for couch and bed and use a curtain to block off the bed area. Would really open it up an less weight with just one slide mechanism.
I have seen some older models do something similar with a wall partition built between the “rooms”
How awesome! How wide is that bedroom TV space? I think I can fit my 60" on there when docked. It's 53.7 x 33 x 11.6 with stand, and 53.7 x 31.1 x 2.2 without stand.
Apologies - they don’t give us specs that specific. But our team could measure for you if they had one on hand
The light on your KIA MAY be a dummy light, may not have a problem with your tire pressure at all unless you used a gauge. I love this layout! I would just have one sink in bathroom & put W/D in instead-other than that wouldn't change a thing! Another great video & yet another CHOICE!!
Actually discovered I had a slow leak. Belle Tire next door fixed me up. Good people over there locally here
I'm glad that it is a king size bed (Thank you for telling the actual bed size) since I have a tall husband. I really like the larger oven. I prefer the theater seat, so I'm glad that it is standard. I am okay with the bathroom being in the back. Nice size shower. I am glad that it has a seat as well. What is the cargo capcity? I agree that only 1 sink is needed. I do not like climbing over the bad extremely carefully to get to the bathroom. Thank you for providing details. While I would prefer to get a Super C, this unit tempted me to get a TT.
Specs including cargo listed for you at the start of the video or down in the description area! Glad you like it!!
I really like this layout & decor as a couples suite. But I prefer a queen sized bed with larger side ledges. That gray tank valve in an easier to reach location. The tv area I'd re-do, remove housing all together (hate the pointy corner). I'd get different bar stools that weren't so bulky. In the kitchen I'd like to know why the sponge drawer couldn't have been a regular drawer. But overall this is a great layout for my wants. ❤️
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Ty Diane! Stay warm and safe :)
A lot about this appeals to me as someone considering the transition to long term travel now that it’s clear my job would allow it. I’m not crazy about the king bed as I don’t need that much sleep space, but it’s not a deal breaker.
It's "Ultralite" cousin seen here bit.ly/3BFjUqz will give you a queen bed and some similar layout elements. Perhaps that's a better fit?
And it's mini lite little brother here bit.ly/3DqjTXH will give you some similar features in a more compact 26ft total size (though naturally a few things will be omitted to get that size down)
I would leave the stools home and bring a folding table or TV trays and eat at the theater seats
That could work as well!
My question for anyone on this model would be with the slides closed, couldn't you prop a few small blocks for support under the end of bed?...especially if you wanted to sleep on it without putting the slides out. Also, maybe most important, what is the maximum wattage panels those side ports on RV trailers accept for portable panels? Is it standard or does it vary? This model seems great with a much better solar package.
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