We recently purchased the Coleman Lantern 17R from @campingworld . There are lots of videos of the 17B so we wanted to make one of the 17R and answer some questions we had while researching campers!
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@JGrant_7217Ай бұрын
Awesome to see a real-world review of one of these. I hope to get one soon! Gonna be my house, rent is too expensive if you can even find a place available.
@mikethomsen50967 ай бұрын
I have a 22 17B, I added stabilizer jacks to the front....its makes a world of difference
@funinourrv8 ай бұрын
Nice review of the 17R. I wish it had been available when we bought our 17B. I can understand how you might not be comfortable storing the sewer hose in the bumper for fear of losing it. The caps on the ends just do not seem dependable. I have also heard horror stories of people losing their hoses on the Interstate. I will, however, say that storing your sewer hose in some place near other items will probably become yucky to you. No matter what you do, it becomes very gross. The bumper is preferred to us because it means that it has a separate place where it touches nothing else. We have solved the issue of possibly losing the hose by installing a hitch pin through the bumper. Some other people suggest that using a PVC pipe under the camper is the best way to go. I agree, it might be. We have recently purchased a full size queen mattress. Sure, it takes in 4 inches of the shelf at the end, but it is mostly worthless anyway. We will subscribe to your channel so we can watch your progress and experience.
@kellyfindsen1012 Жыл бұрын
Love your camper! I would add the stairs to enter are actually quite sturdy as far as campers go. I am a plus size person with bad knees and I was comfortable getting in and out of your camper!!! Great review!!
@user-fo6ob5ub1f Жыл бұрын
Best real overview. Thanks for sharing!!
@bstargel Жыл бұрын
Very good review. Thanks for sharing. It's been hard to find any videos not done by CW on the 17R.
@sherrcon Жыл бұрын
good video for helping others in buying their trailer...note: just remember there is no bathroom sink, no spare tire, no front stabilizer, no hitch, air conditioner leaks water on the outside (leaks inside if the trailer is not level...no porch light...kitchen table is rather flimsy...if you get the bunkbed model, the top bunk does not have a window (maybe claustrophobic for some)...need to buy another foam padding for the bed for comfort...one person added a max fan...do not know if tv antenna is included...there is no tv...single axle is okay just remember the recommended speed is 55 mph for single axle...did i leave anything out?...i am looking at buying this trailer...
@onemangangomg24111 ай бұрын
No oven either.
@edwardpate61289 ай бұрын
Easy to get a small microwave though and for me when camping that is more than enough along with the stove. @@onemangangomg241
@melvinbbgrantaia1149 ай бұрын
What is the warranty period?
@sherrcon9 ай бұрын
@@melvinbbgrantaia114 i can only guess...on the net, there is a three year structural warranty...but they make money on extended warranty...but guess what, like my son's trailer, he has to take it to the dealer for routine maintenance costing $$$...cost of a new heater, refrigerator and air conditioner is $$$$...but hey you get to go camping several times a year...
@funinourrv8 ай бұрын
Good points. The power TV antenna has worked well for us. Except for the most remote locations, we often get more than 40 channels. At one place we got over 100.
@mavrick72125 ай бұрын
I live in mine. Do not use butane stove so I have a topper that currently covers sink and 2 burners overhangs 8 inches. My sink window is like your bedside window, an emergency exit. I've done bunch of little things too many to type out tho.
@jeffdurall83537 ай бұрын
I was looking at getting this camper but at 6'3", I'm afraid I wouldn't be comfortable on that bed. Thanks for the review.
@edwardpate61289 ай бұрын
Great video! As a single who is going to retire in a few months this is definitely on my radar! I'm from Michigan so didn't even notice your accent! LOL
@brianturner9148 ай бұрын
Nice video and explanation. Direct to the point.
@funinourrv8 ай бұрын
The only real advice would offer is to get a Battery cut off switch. it is destructive to run your battery down to nothing. They cost only $15-$20 and that is much less expensive than buying a new battery.
@econmtstudy60647 ай бұрын
Wish it has a hood and open-able sink window. It doesn't make sense for such a small space.
@SarahsAtticOfTreasures Жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you. I subbed. Good Luck with your channel.
@MidwestRVAcademy Жыл бұрын
Great Review!
@ericj81010 ай бұрын
Look like if the ac blew out you could get one replaced easy. Roof top ac goes out it's a huge pain to fix and cost alot.
@user-fk2dm5oy9f11 ай бұрын
I'm from Minnesota as well.
@harleyquinn2971Ай бұрын
I'm hoping someone can answer my question. I'm looking at buying a camper and noticed in other videos the Lantern 17R & 17B under the mattresses is particle board. Particle board is known to release high levels of formaldehyde, a known carcinogen. In 2015 a few companies started making a formaldehyde free particle board. Does anyone know which particle board is used in the Dutchmen/Coleman campers? I have had some medical issues and would be spending close to a year in the camper while building a home.
@MNcamperfamАй бұрын
Sorry nothing is marked on the board under the mattress so I don't knowq
@TheDroneVoyagerАй бұрын
Is this an Amazon commercial or coleman lantern review? Thanks for the video. It comes in handy to see one used, instead of the camping world vids.
@MNcamperfamАй бұрын
Yes, we use Amazon often. With a disabled toddler, you can't beat the convenience instead of rummaging around at multiple stores.
@alitlweird8 ай бұрын
Hilarious about the accent disclaimer. 🤣😂 It was the first I noticed. 😆
@janeneri5638Ай бұрын
Hi there Just bought this camper last week and it was a great little weekender for us with two dogs . Question to anyone …. The fridge is running still and we are done using . Anyone know how to turn it off ? Sorry we are new to this I turned down the cooler portion but it’s still running
@brianwilson60858 ай бұрын
You should have looked at a wolf pup a lot more camper for not much more money. Zinus has a 6 inch memory foam mattress I love mine and it was only $220.00
@vicall672 ай бұрын
Where are the light switches? I haven’t seen my friend’s 17R, but she can’t find a way to turn on lights.
@MNcamperfam2 ай бұрын
Push on the actual lights on the ceiling. Each one has a button in the middle
@VirtualEggroll7 ай бұрын
Hey! I was wondering if you know how the electrical is set up inside the 17R. Do you have any insight regarding hooking up an outboard generator to charge the battery?
@MNcamperfam7 ай бұрын
Sorry I don't know anything about that!
@d.j_cam Жыл бұрын
it's barebones but msrp is fifteen grand so
@user-jj8xg9ty8w Жыл бұрын
Like your trailer how much was out the door? Thanks
@MNcamperfam Жыл бұрын
Around 16,000 dollars from camping world. We opted for a warranty so ended up paying more.
@mowomedia4801 Жыл бұрын
I like this but I know my wife will want a bathroom sink for her nightly bedtime routine.. 😖 What are you doing for spare tire?
@sherrcon Жыл бұрын
you need to buy a spare tire and bracket to put on the rear bumper...
@diaperdood111 ай бұрын
How is the off gassing? The chemical smell? I keep hearing the formaldehyde is from the wood because it’s part of the processing
@MNcamperfam7 ай бұрын
To me it smells like a new car. Not bad.
@FranklinDBluth-yq6ww Жыл бұрын
Nice, thanks. So no screens on the windows that open? The toilet, how does that work? Does it draw fresh water to flush it all into a black tank to be emptied later?
@MNcamperfam Жыл бұрын
Correct on the toilet. It's a pedal flush you push with your foot. You can 2 of the 3 windows but cannot open the screens. I wouldn't want to though with all the mosquitos we have in the summer!
@FranklinDBluth-yq6ww Жыл бұрын
@@MNcamperfam thank you.
@billsnyder68269 ай бұрын
Hello, Can you tell me is the shower stall bigger not just in height but all dimensions vs the 17 B model shower. Thank you
@MNcamperfam7 ай бұрын
After looking at both the floor plans, they appear to be the same size.
@sylvianagy56686 ай бұрын
Hello I just bought 2024, 17 R how do you turn the fireplace on dose it need battery for the remote control.
@MNcamperfamАй бұрын
There is a touch panel on the actual fire place or use the remote
@DjmDjm-hl8pt4 ай бұрын
No furnace?
@MNcamperfamАй бұрын
The fireplace is the heater. It's electric and kicks out heat very well
@SarahsAtticOfTreasures Жыл бұрын
I would have liked it better if you would have kept the same view. Flipping it made it hard to see.
@jasonlessard23734 ай бұрын
Is it a gas fireplace. Do you have to be plugged into shore power to use it. I hear the fridge it battery power only. How lone does the battery last it not plugged into shore power.
@MNcamperfamАй бұрын
The fireplace is electric. I don't think your fridge comment is accurate. Our fridge had only worked when we've been plugged in.
@jasonlessard2373Ай бұрын
@@MNcamperfam good to know. So the heater and the fridge is A/C (shore power) only. Definitely not going to work for the type of camping I do.
@khughes9629 ай бұрын
Any problems with breakers tripping when you use multiple appliances?
@MNcamperfam9 ай бұрын
We've used our coffee maker with the AC running and didn't have an issue!
@DjmDjm-hl8pt4 ай бұрын
No spare tire?
@MNcamperfamАй бұрын
Nope, you have to purchase your own
@johnwhan7288 Жыл бұрын
Forget about the camper i'm going shopping.
@luperamos73077 ай бұрын
Is that car of yours a V6? What's the towing capacity of it if you don't mind me asking
@MNcamperfam7 ай бұрын
Yes V6 and 6,200
@jacquelinejensen53603 ай бұрын
They say this camper is solar ready. I know this is a line of crap but, what are the solar options with is camper.
@MNcamperfamАй бұрын
Don't know this one sorry!
@brendablue403 Жыл бұрын
I really like your camper. How much did cost out of th door?
@MNcamperfam Жыл бұрын
Around 16,000 dollars. We opted for a warranty so ended up paying more. From camping world
@NailsbyAmbie Жыл бұрын
@@MNcamperfamHello what state are you in? Ours was around 20k with that warranty that we had to buy. California. $15,999 + $2000 warranty plus tax and license.
@princessunicorn567910 ай бұрын
@ambienu1602 in the video it says they are from Minnesota
@kiabee1001 Жыл бұрын
Nice! is this the 2023?
@MNcamperfam Жыл бұрын
Yes!
@stevetalley1875 ай бұрын
0:57 does it come with free beer?
@MNcamperfamАй бұрын
I wish!!
@melvinbbgrantaia1149 ай бұрын
Spare tire & jack location?
@MNcamperfam9 ай бұрын
This model does not come with a spare tire. We need to purchase one. There are 2 manual rear stabilizer jacks.