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[@edwardschoolcraft2958]

I would say the reason that forest river puts the sink fixed in the middle, it’s because there are other units with the sinks that move in the slide had continuous problems with drains, hoses etc. I was an owner of one of those RVs and for the entire 13 years I owned it it was a continual problem.

[@enderkakker6999]

LOVE the floor plan… this is meant for hospitality and interaction. Whoever is at the sink never has their back to family or guests… a feature I love!

[@thats_mr_b_]

I’d switch for a Queen and be happy to take the tighter wardrobe area to open it up. Nice rig

[@m1ll3r86]

Beautiful unit. I personally would like a little more space around my sink for dishes and a drying rack.

[@amandakuramata4588]

My thoughts exactly! I do plenty of dishes so I instantly thought of the dripping on the floor

[@brandonmoen3632]

Agreed

[@cwg73160]

Yeah. I’m definitely not a fan of the small sink area in the middle of the kitchen. You were spot on with pointing out the large area where it could have been. I still love the FK layout, though. Great floor plan.

[@ravoris]

That sink would drive me nuts. I need space on at least one side to put the actual dishes, both clean and dirty.

[@darthmaul7428]

I love the front kitchen like that, it makes it look alot bigger. Plus a dedicated living room.

[@shaunotoole561]

Really awesome rv,that kitchen is sweet. Wish the outside was different as far as color. Washer and dryer by the toilet. Honey I'm missing a couple pairs of socks,lol oh maybe that's why our toilet is backed up lol fun vacation 😆lol

[@jamesbrady8650]

My girlfriend and I purchased the 38fkok 5months ago and we love it the sink isn’t as bad as it seems we leave it half covered till we do the big pots or pans. The storage is awesome we fit a ton of stuff in there. The ac works great we haven’t gotten the chance to run them both at the same time but one definitely keeps it cool. The full size fridge is nice to have. And the switch on the front is for a blue light above the hitch.

[@j.russelllacour318]

The sink as set, is a deal killer for me.

[@jonathanfrey6144]

Six coffee makers? Sounds like my kind of RV! 😂

[@cjv6052]

Love this floor plan and am glad the window treatment stops at the top.

[@woodshopbybear1213]

love this unit as a single guy its the perfect party place for me when camping

[@markreams3192]

Are rack and pinion slides more trouble free? I guess you should remember to hook up the sewer hose before deploying the slide. I like the side opening baggage doors. The kitchen is taco bar friendly! Reading the news on your I Pad is a thing as well as watching BTBRV videos!😂

[@Alligatchomp]

I would prefer the sink on the middle island because that very big buffet area on that slide is convenient. I would turn that into a bar and sometimes use it to put food etc

[@docsworld1369]

You always do such a great walk around. This is a beautiful rig. Way more than we would ever want.

[@andrewfossatti4937]

That outside kitchen is better than my inside kitchen 😫

[@kevinwett2212]

the rig look great, sink placement is off as you said, washer dryer over the toilet is weird, suspension needs an upgrade for sure. great video thanks for pointing out the 1 ton SRW/DRW truck potential.

[@leehappy3259]

"TOILET SOCKS" would make an excellent band name.

[@dethmaul]

The Super Slides is another. Or maybe Goodyear Endurance, lol

[@markthomas7270]

Great Kitchen to make Food in, but No Table for Eating at!!

[@nosnerd1967]

I agree with the sink location but there is still a beautiful practical kitchen

[@txredkim867]

I like front kitchen floor plans and the sink in the island works for me. I would prefer to have a vent hood over the stove though. I also like the bar/eating area instead of a dining room table. Nice unit

[@staceytroffer8287]

Good god! That kitchen! Beautiful

[@marypfahlert411]

Absolutely LOVE this fifth wheel!!!!

[@HamMax444]

Love the consistent videos

[@jimbrown2485]

Thanks As Always🇺🇸

[@bizarremagick]

Thanks for the interesting video. Looks a great unit, one thing missing for me though, nowhere to put your cup of tea by the bed in the morning! KH (UK)

[@ladonnaburk4020]

Love this Floorplan. Love the kitchen sink on the island.

[@AmericanSurvival001]

As soon as I seen the TV 4 inches from the ceiling I knew I would never buy this unit bad design , trying to locate it where it could be seen from the kitchen., other than that it’s a great unit even with the sink on the island there’s plenty of room next to the cooking /top stove,But you would have a broken neck from trying to watch the TV we wishing for it to be 2 feet lower

[@SonofFenton]

W/D in bathroom is great! I really like this one!!

[@hellendoman1737]

I like it so much no changes to be made

[@RockyRoadCreationsbyDiana]

Love this one. Agree about the sink.

[@janmoline]

I love it! I’m not a huge island fan at all, nor am I a fan of TV while camping. I’d just as soon have the sink under the window and no island in the middle.

[@loriw2661]

Wow, that’s a big unit! Perfect for full time living without the 100k+ price tag.

[@patricialstamp3774]

I looove this one!!!

[@coachken6130]

6 coffee stations feels like overkill. All that caffeine can't be good. How about a popcorn or slushee machine?

[@chrisrowland2223]

Slow cookers or instant pot stations for game day or holiday traffic too

[@banishedfromars]

The wide open middle area is great . Very very nice .

[@toddl3682]

I like that they are still putting a nice outside kitchen. I don't know why a lot of manufactures are getting rid of them.

[@TheJerrydon575]

110% agree about the kitchen sink and faucet placement. There is zero room to put dishes after you wash them. On our trailer we have a clean dish thingy, lol, where they drip dry and all the water runs back into the sink. Zero room for that here.

[@BG-ig9eu]

Great idea regarding the kitchen sink

[@lauradunzweiler6044]

IWHAT A KITCHEN! They did an amazing job with this layout but I do agree about the island. I prefer bar stool space in these front KIT units so you have that all important hang out space! A third a/c unit in the KIT would be MUCH better since it can get rather hot cooking in any RV during warmer months. I would even be happy with a ceiling fan. But I tell ya…I haven’t even finished the video & I’m sold on this one!

[@chanceyoung6141]

I agree with the sink being on the slide out. It would open up the kitchen area and allow for a better flow throughout the space.

[@sbjennings99]

Awesome informative Video experience Y'alls God Bless Ya 🙌🙏👍

[@charlesahon]

That is a nice unit. I could see myself with that one.

[@andrewfossatti4937]

Wow this is an amazing product for the price point...

[@angierox6964]

I’m putting a dishwasher in mine. In the living area I’m removing a couch and creating my off space. My only real issue is the bedroom closet space. I’m 5’2 and I hang most of my clothes. I’ll have to lower the closet bar so I can reach it. I’ll put shelving above the bar for more storage. I may build additional closet space that will cover a portion of the window. The king size bed will be replaced with a queen so I can access the drawers and have a small side table.

[@cedropowell5957]

I like that floor plan a lot. But I definitely agree with you on the kitchen they should have put the sink in another slide.

[@shawnlshs]

I wonder if it would be hard to utilize the washer and dryer in that location. Dealing with the toilet right there might be troublesome.

[@aaronpendergrass5956]

The sink is always in the front cap and the refrigerator is on the slide out in other units. The small sink is awkward but by doing it it gives you more prep area. What I really like is that there isnt anything blocking the back of the 2 chairs. In other units the fridge sticks out and limits how far you can move the chair back,way more fluffy friendly. Giving the limited size on the side of the bed I am glad the W/D isnt in the bed room. Being next to the toilet I would just DIY a table with folding legs. Since the door slides you would cover the toilet and have a place to fold cloths. That's alot of trailer for 65k seems like a very good price.

[@SVikusik]

Agree on the sink in the island

[@butchgeagan9768]

Pretty nice.

[@connorkatz2031]

Love to see a class c really would like to find your favorite floor plan this year

[@douglewis1960]

Very nice fifth wheel I like the floor plan

[@jasoningram4255]

I really like the floor plan. I'm always torn between a front living and a front kitchen floor plan. I think though that I lean a little more towards the front living floor plan.

[@jacobreimer9409]

That kitchen is bigger than mine, wow 😯

[@brianrobey2596]

I like it.

[@jmrozier]

The sink counter is probably narrow to allow room for the retracted slides. You could probably put a wider cabinet in if the cabinet was turned 90° - where the person using the sink is facing one side or the other instead of straight back towards the living area.

[@garywilson3183]

Ya, I like that one

[@johnpossible6292]

This coach has it all... only thing is that sink in the kitchen. I agree with you about that . That really is a deal breaker for me . Other than that pretty nice.

[@lisay5450]

I agree w the kitch island...they should move the sink to that big counter space and make the island into another barstool area. Only way this "works" is if the person buying it installs a dishwasher somehow bc you have zero room to set clean dishes to air dry. Cool 5th wheel though!!!

[@steveschlackman4503]

To keep the MSRP down no installed generator and cameras. The size is humongous and has to be a beast to drive.

[@brettostler5705]

Nice

[@lisabluemm1144]

I do like this floor plan, there are a few things I’m not fond of, the kitchen sink placement or maybe not the placement but more room to place dishes to dry when done washing, washer and dryer placement is odd as well and in the bedroom not enough space to walk around bed especially to use the drawers and to make the bed. I’m disabled so I look for the ease and ability of what I need to be comfortable. Love the shower, putting seats/benches in shower is awesome, love all the room in the living room, so open and airy. Thank you for sharing!

[@zroadie]

I love your channel. You do an exceptional job. My two cents suggestion is: Please give a price range at the beginning of your video for all items to be reviewed.

[@cathnu2]

This was my second choice before I bought the 378 FLOK. I loved the counter space in this kitchen. However one thing I didn't like is there is no fan over the stove. My FLOK came with a nicer oven and 4 burner stove. By the way sir there are 6 slides on this unit. Also this is slightly heavier than mine but I've had no trouble pulling mine with a three quarter ton SRW. But I am not pulling it across country. Mine does not have storage under the bed though I wish it did. The mattress folds back so you can pull the slide in. It was a tough decision between the two but I'm sure I could adapt either way.

[@rowdycrewfilms8537]

Yah my 38fkok doesnt have storage under the bed either.. looking into doing some carpentry work to it so i can use that space.

[@grandemage]

Very nice interior, practical storage and utilities (especially the outside kitchenette), didn't see a washer/dryer area, kind of a make or break when I'm deciding now.

[@JimmyGrl09]

The kitchen sink placement bugs me.

[@shellyjones9833]

I have the 2020 Grand Design Solitude 390RK. My sink isn't in my island..love it that way. I believe this was the only year they made my design. 2021 they made changes. While this one is simular I think I have more storage inside and outside.

[@RBB73]

My feedback is... I don't like the water heater outside the bedroom slider/window. I have a Sandpiper 365 SAQ. Exhaust from the heater has a tendency to come up in through the windows into the living space, and is very unpleasant - especially in the bedroom where your head is right next to the window, which is exactly the case in this 38FKOK. Also, dining for two in something that sleeps potentially 6, seems a bit odd.

[@pamelajones7592]

I love it

[@nisiunavoce1264]

Agree about the sink. Too bad they didn't at least provide a flip up counter to provide drain/work space. I like your overviews of RVs, pleasantly narrated and to the point.

[@MattHumms]

6 slide unit I like

[@terrytomes7218]

Doing dishes in the island would be difficult due to no counter top space. Maybe move the fridge to the slide and put the sink in the front. Lots of counter top space so no difficulty with dinner prep.

[@PoconoJoe13]

Move the sink to the side and loose the island altogether.

[@tuckergreen2818]

That fifth wheel will look 👀 will good behind our F550 super duty 4x4 duly

[@dorotheawalker7985]

Love everything except the sink I do a lot of cooking and so where to put a dish drainer.

[@debbienye6002]

I understand that that the sink/plumbing cannot be put into a slide, as the plumbing cannot be moved around. However, in this case, I would have tried to make the sink island larger somehow. I would need space on the sides, too.

[@goththicus]

A bit huge to go camping, but full time it would be optimal.

[@jessietanner3621]

I really like the sink where it is and the overall floor plan. Would like cpap space.

[@rowdycrewfilms8537]

yah not very much storage on the bed sides for phone or machines..

[@MrDonny475]

I kinda like the sink in the island and router top be clear on the slide out since the plumbing would have to flex in and out each time you opened the slide. Also the shower be bigger and relocate the W/D. if you full time, mama "might" want to get in with you once in a while....other than that; I LIKE A front kitchen layout

[@davidboothe9620]

When it comes to sink placement both my wife and myself agree with you. I'd rather have a window view and use the island as just a placement or work area.

[@karenmiller3952]

I would prefer the island just be for prepping. Also would like a different layout with more room in the bathroom.

[@christopherhodson4049]

Good Brand tires, just needs a higher Rating. Nice that the Breakfast Table faces the T.V. I think, too, that the Sink on the Island should be on the Other counter. Good job, thanks.

[@Flower--qg2ry]

When is Grand Design going get on board with the “Light and bright” look. Brown? Carpet? Ugh. Love the unit. Hate the color brown. And I agree on the tire size. Should be better tires. Love your channel

[@richardsiviter4180]

I know one thing, the person that designed that kitchen sink has never done dishes.

[@biffstupid188]

If nobody covered it, the mystery switch on the front is for the LED decorative clearance lights on the front cap.

[@robbiecoleman1545]

Great idea if the kitchen sink if it was on the side and a island in the middle would be flat table

[@bloxburgpresident7857]

This reminds me of the RV from the Lorax.

[@MrBobjorge]

I like the floor plan. But as big as it is, it should have another bathroom. 1/2 bath would be nice

[@kevinthomas8025]

I've toured this unit with the wife and compared it to the FLOK, basically the same unit but with a front living and a massive front window. We found a lot of benefits swapping them. Would love to know what you think.

[@rowdycrewfilms8537]

I bought this camper back in august 2021 to full time live in. There is some stuff that could be different to the unit but over all it works great for myself. If anyone has any questions let me know.

[@tomkoish]

How well is the insulation for holding temps? Any issues to look out for?

[@rowdycrewfilms8537]

Do you know where i can find the wing set number? looking to swap the rhino connect out with a reese gooseneck connect.

[@michongrodgers6962]

JD. We enjoy your channel very much. Thank you for all the information. Have a question. Side of the tire says maximum pressure 80LB, should we run 80LB or back it down some?

[@daniceryramirez2267]

Absolutely great floor plan the kitchen and living areas sold me but i agree the sink is not in a good place.... where would I set the clean dishes? Prep work as well would be difficult away from sink. Also I wish the master bedroom was not so cramped.

[@trents5864]

Loved it bad spot for washer and dryer though.

[@C4banchee]

I don't know if you have done one already but have you ever done a review for travel apps for your phone?

[@Roaring.On.Carnivore.]

Nice 🖐

[@lizzimmermann7164]

Agree 100% about the valences that come down. My in-laws have them on their camper and they scuff and break and my kids hit their heads. Never mind that they just look dated.

[@lynncollins5049]

you correctly I prefer the sink over near the window and the island just to be solid..

[@Jdadof2]

With my 2015 F350 diesel Lariat SRW what 5th wheel weight should I stay around? 15000lbs or am I reading and understanding wrong?