BRINKLEY DID IT AGAIN! This is BEAUTIFUL! Model G 3970

[@Itsa_Mea]

When I'm getting up to make a cup of coffee, I'm definitely not going back to bed to drink it.

[@wut2dew]

I take the whole carafe back to bed.

[@kylejonesUB]

​@wut2dew we don't bother getting up- just plug the coffee maker in next to bed. 😅

[@j2z1000]

Depends on who is waiting for me in bed lol

[@buzzbuzz5724]

Saying "my good friend" and then asking his name comes off a little fake. Just a little.😂

[@Masterchief68a]

Yeah I caught that too!😂😂😂

[@skigglystars9525]

@@buzzbuzz5724 We all have a brain fart every now and again.

[@richardhall916]

Josh was surprised 😂

[@dethmaul]

You guys misrepresented lol. He volunteered Josh as josh said josh lol. He probably just met him and hit it off really well.

[@tonyspohn]

Yeah agree. Maybe an attempt at humor?

[@katherinehealy6534]

Nice rig. As far as the high shelves on the side of the bed, give me nightstands anytime. I like to just be able to reach over and pick stuff up.

[@richardhall916]

Agreed, brinkmanship, not trying to put hot coffee ☕ up high

[@loragunning5394]

A couple of deal-breakers for me: the backs of the sofa chairs being exposed to the kitchen is a huge one for me, they'll get filthy in no time. It's also not a U-shaped kitchen, it's an L with a small island and the fridge is across a traffic pattern from the rest of the kitchen. I'd rather get rid of the island and run a cabinet down the backs of the sofas, making a true U open to fridge. Also don't like stove against outside wall and sink on inside wall, I'd switch them and ask for a larger window over the sink, even if it cost me above sink storage space. Second deal-breaker is shower surround in main bath. Obviously no one on the design team has ever cleaned a textured shower surround, but I have and I can tell you it's a nightmare, almost impossible to keep clean. Soap scum and water spots collect everywhere. And while I neither eat or drink in bed, raised side shelves above the bed would be absolutely useless to me. Also, at this price point, why is the washer/dryer prep but no installed W/D not an option?

[@laydawesome]

We just use the nightstand to hold our phones and books so it serves its purpose for us😊 Brinkley please start putting dishwashers as a standard. Be honest, you know your G models are THE RV for full timers. Either way, no one likes doing dishes by hand.

[@RobertEdwards-q6t]

I do all my own dishes

[@Gurlzup123]

I would agree with this

[@vickieshilling9394]

Finally the toy hauler I have been looking for where you can make the back into a senior citizen bedroom with bath.

[@markgreen2488]

We bought a Brinkley Z3400 a couple of months ago. Brinkley is a wonderful company to work with!!! They pride themselves on customer service. We have had ZERO issues with our camper so far. We traded in a Forrest River 5th wheel (from the company who is copying Brinkley's graphics), and it was vastly inferior to the Brinkley. We couldn't even get that company to answer the phone, and you would have to send multiple emails before finally getting a reply. Brinkley is a GREAT COMPANY, and my wife and I would recommend them in a heartbeat to anyone looking for a new RV!!!

[@kathytaylor2661]

Been waiting to see what the full bath in the rear of this unit was going to look like. We are not disappointed! Those high shelves over the bed are really bad for cpap users. If humidification is being used (and it usually is), it could drown the user. Also, I keep drinking water on my nightstand at night, so I agree, I'd prefer it weren't sitting over my head. I'd love it if there were a dishwasher option available, but I'm not adverse to hand washing dishes. Also, I read someone's comment here suggesting to delete the oven in favor of a dishwasher. Just incase that might actually be considered, I much prefer to keep the oven and forgo the dishwasher. My 2 cents for what is worth 😊

[@8654ZuluFoxtrot]

Keep the fresh ideas on floorplans coming! My favorite part of this floorplan is the living room with that L or U-shaped couch facing a big screen TV. Just amazing stuff! I'd like to see a bigger main bathroom for us couples who plan on full timing and those other brands who have a HUGE closet in the bedroom is something my wife LOVES.

[@jaireanemarr1144]

@@8654ZuluFoxtrot I love the huge sofa, just not exposed to the kitchen area.

[@kathleenlee1939]

lower night stands, I agree about the coffee

[@texillini1]

I like the look of the Brinkley’s, but the only good thing about those high shelves in the bedroom is to put pictures in. I’d rather have a queen bed and nightstands for CPAP machines and phones.

[@MitchB.]

Finally a tour of a 3970!!! I was trying to show my wife this unit 2 days ago. The 3950 already got her wanting to go full time again, but this is just that much more suitable for our needs!

[@geminifox475]

We just went to the Brinkley Plant in Indiana ,, we are going to purchase the Z2900. People there are very very nice , thank you Brinkley, can’t wait to get our Brinkley

[@lynnpappas4049]

Must say as someone who has been looking for a while in anticipation, I'm excited for you.

[@dougcjohn]

Like the Shelves high, and would add pull-down shelves. The full shower in back is nice, although I like the rear washer / dryer… dislike in mst bedroom for noise and ft pin weight; For a retired couple, a rear half bath in back is fine. I’d agree on needing a dishwasher… my main suggested change: remove oven since microwave can serve duty as oven, replace oven with dishwasher, install Inductive Stove top 2 burner and Gas stove top 2 burner next to each other. The addition of Full Paint is beautiful, not sure on cost of option yet but it adds to the beauty of Brinkley.

[@dianegookin8752]

I keep my glasses and a drink beside my bed, so a lower bedside table would be better.

[@jeffreybesier8526]

Having the High Shelves in the bedroom above the bed is a HUGE NoGO. I hade an RV with them and we hated it. After having my RiverStone with Bed side Night stands and easy accessible plugs is the way to go. I also noticed the plugs are below and floor level on each side of the bed. You’d have to kneel down to plug your accessories in.

[@1972jeffery]

I like the nightstands where they are. We had a trailer with the lower nightstands and we took them out. They always got in the way. We don’t take coffee to bed, maybe a water but we would have that in a water bottle. What I don’t like is the bed shades.

[@markcranage2651]

Looking at the kitchen area, it could be in any home. Regarding the bedroom area, I think leave the existing shelves where they are and put small pulldown shelves on the wall next to the bed. That way, when not in use, the shelves can be folded up out of the way.

[@cookingsherry8784]

Yes, finally!!! This is the model I've been waiting for! 🥰😍😘

[@FulltimingBrinkley3950]

We own a 3950 and we love it. We use our elevated nightstands every night, so they’re effective and do the job.

[@BrandonW23]

Lower positioned night stands is my vote. A simple flip down ledge would work, or make a portion of the lower window trim into a stealth flip down/up table so that bed size doesn't need to shrink

[@deborahmurphy5422]

I love the shelves next to the bed up high the way the have it. I personally wouldn’t be drinking hot coffee in bed so I wouldn’t need a side table for that in bed, I’d be drinking coffee in the living space. Although I would be drinking water and needing a place to set it and my phone while sleeping and not knocking my water over on my phone like with the other designs that are lower and I have accidentally knocked my water over with my pillow while sleeping. So yes I love this design that they did here.

[@BillThomas-c8z]

We Love the Toyhauler RV model of camping. We are soon to be transitioning to retirement and full time RV life. We are in search of an upscale replacement to our Thunderbolt XLR. I am extremely impressed with the Brinkley G Models! On your question, We definitely like a bed level nightstand vs none or elevated!

[@shelribelin8144]

I really love Brinkley RVs. The one thing I would change is removing the message in the recline sofa and add the motor to make them power recliners. I spoke with Brinkley at a show when they first hit the market. I asked why their recliners aren’t powered. They said that each component (motor) needs an outlet (ie..Message and Heat) therefore, there isn’t enough outlet space for the power recliner. That being said…most message units in any chair / sofa are pretty useless. They don’t really message they mainly just vibrate. I would rather have the power recliner. Also, is it possible to switch the motors to a power box for all three options (Heat, Message & Power) then there would only be one plug. Just a thought. Thanks for the review on the Brinkley JD.

[@tuvozmellama]

I absolutely LOVE IT!!!!

[@mattsmith3305]

Great video JD! After reading a few comments, I think you are in the minority as to drinking coffee in the bedroom. I only use the nightstands to charge my phone. My 2021 Keystone Montana 3781RL had the nightstands that protruded over the bed, which I know you don't like, so I removed them. The top of the bedroom window valence makes a perfect "nightstand" for my phone.

[@craigwilliams1073]

Absolutely Beautiful!!!

[@lynnpappas4049]

I agree about the nightstands, but like the shelves over the windows as well. Great place to put plants and such.

[@bradentraub]

I love how Brinkley angles the front of their rigs. Gives them a really cool look.

[@conniepayne591]

You could always get one of those desks which slide from the end of the bed. For coffee, get some work done or just generally take a break. You can get creative. It's a nice unit. Thanks for sharing.

[@gregmaxwell1087]

That dude looks like he belongs in a 80s movie lol 😅

[@jaredskarda]

I love the Brinkleys and am considering trading up to one from my Grand Design, but when you get to this price point the word "prep" should be replaced with equipped.

[@dbsmithy]

I like the bedroom shelves just the way they are in my Z3100. I use the extension shelf for my CPAP. The high shelf keeps it out of the way.

[@toddherrmann7120]

Agree about the comment for the nightstands. I have my water, phone, iPad and glasses so doesn’t look lIke there is much room for all that.

[@shawnprinkey3528]

Great review of a gorgeous Brinkley. I hear a lot about the prices but if you purchased a 45 foot rv (plus tow vehicle) with these qualities you would be spending double your would on a Brinkley and a new Dually truck. Love this company and hope to be a Brinkley owner one day.

[@cookingsherry8784]

Yes, I want the nightstands off the end of the trim, not above my head! I think they sell them optional, correct?

[@annettelewis7419]

Nightstands!!! Many rvers use cpap. Those tray shelves don't work. Plus, there's a little more storage with a nightstand. Love Brinkley. My daughter has one. I am waiting for the Super C model on the freightliner chasis. I am hoping Brinkley will roll one out soon! Please! Hint, hint.

[@tonyspohn]

I think the shelves above the bed windows are great. I’m not worried about drinking anything while in bed.

[@geminifox475]

@@tonyspohn exactly

[@mikewadams1]

I have a Z 3400 and I would prefer a night stand which you get with the queen option. We do use the selves, but they are clunky.

[@thorshammer5776]

We have an early model 3100. I love that the side windows in the bedroom slideout of this unit have the option of opening. In mine it is a solid pane of glass which creates a stuffy bedroom on a warm summer night. The one window that is provided is not enough and there is no cross breeze. This should be standard in all models.

[@bishopgeorge1333]

I wouldn't put a cup of coffee up that high, when I drink anything I will normally go to the kitchen or in the living area so that wouldn't be a deal breaker for me, I don't know if I would ever put anything up that high over my head, but I love this floor plan I wish I had the money today I will be all over this.

[@albertharper5816]

I wonder if they could come up with a sliding door for the garage bathroom so it won’t interfere with the TV?

[@michellekoonce3191]

Been Looking at RVs & reviews for more than 8 years. I am a full timer, that’s very much in love with my Rv, which makes it hard to upgrade to a bigger one. BUT this one is fantastic. The tv placement is the most efficient place for it. Love the lighter tones but not really a fan of the Light gray, but it suits & complements the outside colors as well. Definitely one of my top pics. 🎉❤ BTW JD. Thanks for the slower camera pan arounds. Does make my eyes and head take in the view better. Love your channel. 😊😊 Michelle Greenville Fl. Party on 🎉🎉

[@DeboraRoberts-r6r]

Brinkley makes a beautiful RV. I've been traveling in an RV for several years now. Regarding the bedroom night stands ...... You could keep the ones above the window. I suppose they could be used for somethin, to get it out of the way. But, when it comes to the usual items that would be on them, I would definitely want the lower ones on each side. Not having those is the only detail of this Brinkley that I do not like.

[@markratliff7991]

Definately nightstands. Not necessarily for coffee but Cpap and cell phone use

[@aaronbritt2025]

@0:50... YES! Finally, real full body painted slides. I really wish Brinkley would make a TH with a small under bedroom garage, like the Grand Design 376TH. I need a small garage but don't want to give up living space. I'm about a year or two from transitioning out of my motorhome and into a TH, so maybe they'll have one by then. I'm shopping in the up to $200k range. @10:30... Maybe the queen bed option should come with low nightstands?

[@sabrinafayard2679]

Love this rig

[@Masterchief68a]

Very nice if I had a piece of property with all the necessities, water,sewer,electric, this would be a great “house” for that property!

[@davehammock5256]

So far no RV builder has made a night stand or shelf that is actually larger enough to hold a cpap machine. They take up more room than many people realize. The showers in this unit do not cater to those who need to sit in order to bath or the ladies who prefer to sit so they can shave their legs. That little so call bench is the main bath room shower leaves way to mush to be desired. The kitchen is ok in this one. Brinkley should take a look at the Riverstone Legacy 442MC and offer a rv like that one. Adding porches would be nice as well even if the unit is not a toy hauler

[@amyjo248]

This is just gorgeous. Dream rig and I don’t even want a toy hauler so how does my brain work? I really like smaller u-shaped kitchen and that table instead of a dinette or table and chairs. Much more reasonable use of space. A living room with multiple recliners even if you can use all of them at the same time is better option than others out there. For the bedroom, a big bed is more important than side tables. My tables must hold cpap machines and if the shelf is overhead and sized right (a lip even better) I can work with that. My side table also had a fan and I guess a clip on one would suffice. I just need air to move. My phone in the RV ended up staying on the mattress because table was too small. Would never have coffee in bed but water is a must. But it can be a sealed bottle. I love all the lighting and the cabinet being on an angle. Overall just beautiful

[@АлександрГригорьев-н9з]

Спасибо за видео и за вашу работу

[@brianldennis]

Wine chiller and dishwasher only thing missing that i was pleased to see in a Lux, other than that nice coach

[@smore7633]

Is Brinkley going to put independent suspension on any of their models?

[@AlwaysForwardBBQ]

I don’t drink or eat in bed. Also, Brinkley really needs to have a dishwasher in the kitchen. Riverstone is just ahead of them in my opinion.

[@billdumanch6237]

@@AlwaysForwardBBQ Dishwasher is your metered water usage, predictable…

[@AlwaysForwardBBQ]

@@billdumanch6237 ?

[@mitzistanford9201]

They have an option for a dishwasher under the sink. It's already prepped with an outlet.

[@danb.5779]

I'm a bit mixed on the nightstand thing -- the positive is that its using the z-axis to get additional space in the floor plan and I can really get behind that. The downside, as a CPAP user, its kinda like the 'CPAP stations' in a cabinet above your head you see in some other units, its clear the person who put those there has never used a CPAP. You want it lower than you so when you get rainout it flows back into the reservoir instead of trying to drown you. Not a Brinkly owner and not really in the market right now so take it for what it's worth.

[@jonvilla446]

The storage is better in this than in my house!

[@estherrice6774]

Is there anyway to put the washer/ dryer in the back? Like instead of the shower, could you put it in there?

[@estherrice6774]

Not a fan of washer/dryer in bedroom

[@thechroniclesofmaintenance4192]

Beautiful rig, but I don't like the night stands up high. I keep my glasses and phone on them and that's way too inconvenient. Also I never liked the awnings that extended straight out on our 5er. They are essentially useless for shade and rain coverage, and too high to reach to adjust the angle.

[@shawncarriere9733]

First I don't know anyone who drinks hot coffee in bed, but those shelves above the bed r useful for a capa machine. I like the fact the keystone does it in some models as well. Must campers with those small selves at the end of the bed don't fit capa machines.

[@AuthorHJGarrett]

Ok so 2 things jump out at me… 1. (Thank you rainy day for showcasing this perfectly) The main entrance needs to be shifted to the right so it’s completely under the awning. Otherwise, not only are you trying to get in the door with your stuff while it’s raining, but also while it’s running off the awning too! 2. Bed Side Tables, not above curtain shelves. Why do I want to hunt down my drink/pills/phone/alarm clock from multiple feet above my head?

[@carlosblake5271]

This is a nice van,me as a full time with wheel dweller am not concerned with the outside ascetics and the high nightside shelves not practical except for phone,so 100percent with U on that one.

[@katbot2190]

What I really liked with that 2nd bathroom was the window. This is a really nice toy hauler and I'm not a huge fan of them. I like this one. I have a question to those here that have the dual paned windows in Texas. Do they really cut down on the heat in the summer? Thank you. One more thing. Brinkley in my opinion is who started this new wave of rv. They actually listened to people who like to camp out and these new rv's are really getting more to the liking of the people.

[@malice455ify]

100% need to have the nightstands at the sides of the bed! Preferably with doors and small storage space/power options. Thanks!

[@jeremiiah1797]

I would agree this looks better than my 5th wheel - but it is double the cost. I am certain (for me) this does not look twice as good as mine.

[@seanbuffington3161]

For me the over head night stand works out for my cpap machine as long as an receptacle is near by.

[@albertharper5816]

And still would like to see something to split the kitchen from the living room in respect to where the couch is the dividing object that literally “touches” the kitchen as it’s the first object there. But an absolutely amazing floor plan though

[@susandumais8563]

We have a Cougar 29rli with a North/ south bed set up. We have huge nightstands on both sides and LOVE them! I would never purchase an rv with tiny shelves above the windows. Plus, my bf has shoulder issues. This would not work for him. We've actually discussed this feature a lot and it's a deal breaker for us.

[@mattgreven7615]

It does need a lower nightstand by the bed. You could put a cpap up above--but to your point, it's not a great option if you're grabbing a book or that hot cup of coffee.

[@ethelz2cents]

Don't drink in bed. Drink till you need to go to bed.😂

[@dndcatlett5059]

The bedroom needs a shelf instead of the window above the headboard to accommodate a CPAP.

[@djscottwest]

As someone with a CPAP machine, I would love to have the nightstands next to the bed...not above it. OR... if you're gonna have shelves above, put the outlet up there to plug the machine in and make the shelf about two inches wider so the CPAP fits there. PLEASE....

[@KG-pl1gx]

I like the shelf above the bedroom window

[@mattgreven7615]

As I'm sure many RV buyers these days are getting up in years, I'm surprised that MFR's aren't addressing things like ADA-compliant showers, and/or taller/elongated toilet seats. I would order a unit with those options were they available.

[@josephezell2817]

Amazing trailer brinkley is incredible. Biggest flaws the night stands where do I put my c pap machine 🤔

[@Roamwithahome]

You left off info on the fridge and the pantry

[@jrr7031]

I would remove the night stands from above my head and attach them to the trim with a mount below and a free hanging "T" shaped tongue in groove style metal piece that can sit into a bracket on the same location as the trim. Im not sure how to explain it, but its like a bike kicstand except it rests in the wall and not the ground and the bike is the nightstand piece.

[@briandonald]

My concern about the high shelves in the bedroom is there's no place for my Cpap machine. Even many of the small single axle trailers have a shelf or cubby next to the bed.

[@stressedfairy]

love the L shape sofa

[@kylegazeley6192]

Don't like night stands so high because I use a capa.

[@briandonald]

This is definitely a full-timer. What are you pulling that with though? Would a 1 ton pickup be sufficient?

[@davidmcgee2126]

Brinkley is still learning. Glue on slide out facia on inwall slides Glue on inside window trim Makes them unrepairable without replacing facia Fine under warranty. Added expense later on. Common issue with luxury brands. Looks good but hard to repair without new trim

[@JCC.M.]

As for the night stand issue, I need the night stand down low, as I use a CPAP. If you use one you know the reasons!

[@daved6569]

We have a new G4000 and the master bedroom slide leaks when it is retracted. We went to Goshen, and Brinkley worked on it for three days. It still leaks. Wow. Not sure what to do now 😢

[@carlosandrade7439]

I would LOVE for Brinkley to make a Super C and compete with Thor's Magnitude/Omni, Brinkley knows what they are doing. Ford chassis of course!

[@annettelewis7419]

@carlosandrade7439 I want Brinkley to make a Super C as well. But, I want it on a freightliner chasis. ;)

[@julieryan6453]

I do not like the nightstand up high. Put off end of trim

[@kenpolzel412]

Night stands are fine where they are.

[@riverrelic]

nightstand looks perfect for a CPAP.

[@Diana-ks6sz]

Agreed on that, but would be nice to leave them and also have something at bed height. I've added bed height shelves.

[@Sunny-kn6th]

Definitely would like a shelf or at least a space to place something small on next to the bed. Then leave the shelf above to hold other things, but No beverage on that top shelf. A spill will happen at some point.

[@adiedri38]

A general question. Why are 5th manufacturers not doing full electric. Cost, demand? Thanks

[@michaela.aguilar2921]

Definitely night stands, I need my phone & watch within easy reach. Those side windows on the bed slide look like they open, is that new?

[@MikeTindall-r6f]

I think I’d prefer the nightstand down low. for charging your phone @ night.

[@chrisgreek4285]

While we aren’t in the market for a toy hauler (and never will be) I can appreciate this rig for sure! Great job, Brinkley! Not only does it look so good on the outside but the fit and finish are awesome!

[@williamsawyer5614]

Cool

[@philjohnson-ic7dm]

Shelves next to bed. Nice size do not need toy hauler. Another bedroom would be nice.

[@mikemcginnis4697]

Price o.n this one

[@nicolausranker8521]

Looks nice. I sure hope Brinkley has figured out an actual fix for their junk frames that keep breaking. The first fix was basically to bolt a board on the outside of the rv from the inside. Makes sense for what these cost. 🙄

[@Roamwithahome]

But I love the living room. I would rather they not do the shower in the garage amd have preped it for washer/dryer combo

[@mitzistanford9201]

It is in the 3950.

[@danielmoore7559]

i need nightstands for my cpap in the bedroom. its a serious down/minus for me as i am looking to buy

[@t.b.thomas-reyes5658]

I don't mind the shelf above the window in the bedroom. The item I don't care for are the mirror closet doors.

[@wisrdb]

Double cut and buff, love ya man.Luxe it is not, thst referance well how much did they give you to say that.. Fit and finish is better thsn alliance by a bunch, however I have been on three of them and found fit and finish issues on all of them, warped wood spacificly and gaps that should not exist. True that needs to be said because this is a true statement..They do have some cool ideas also true.