Jayco Silverline Outback - Icon Value or Not? Part 1

[@JayWilFo]

Loved every minute of this episode. Even the care of the perfect tshirt choice. Thanks for making my day already and it’s only 6am

[@caravansbythecampfire]

How exciting to hear that! Thank you! It was a fun.

[@ianbrown7548]

I've been full time on the road in my Silverline OB 21.6. Love it. Diesel heating way better, economical than Gas.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

@@ianbrown7548 my fav van!

[@CarolinePalin]

We have the Jayco Journey Outback 21’6 exact same layout of the Silverline you are reviewing. We love the slide out bedroom it’s the best! 👍👍This is our third Jayco van in approx 13 years of caravanning and we bought the JJOB new and the previous two second hand and they were very well looked after. Good value for money 💰 👍

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Yes I really like the Jayco Silverline slide out!!

[@RonDavis-v5v]

I have a paramount expanda second one I have had built this one keeps weight down gives us a bigger van , full van with en-suite , take it everywhere Great value the Silverline for the price

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Thanks for your comment. Sounds good - I'll check them out!

[@PeterRowe-ip7ow]

Go on, buy one. You know you want one and Tracey will come to like it!

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Seen my shirt…..

[@mickburns5546]

I’ve had my 2014 Jayco StarCraft outback for about six years. Have yet to have a problem even though it gets used a lot. Just remember to ALWAYS check those lock buttons on the cupboards and drawers before you drive off. I changed mine to latches that catch every time so there’s no surprise. Everything ever built has the potential for problems. Great review 😊😊

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Thanks for the review - I’ll be looking out for those draw locks for sure.

[@robvh3246]

hi guys, great videos. I recently decided to buy a 2022 Jayco Expanda. It had 2 AGM batteries and 2x180w solar panels. I swapped out the ABMs for Lithium (Jayco system allows that). In a storage area I've installed a Bluetti Solar generator expanded by 2 extra Bluetti batteries. 6kw 72kg and 240v for days and days. I can easily remove these if I want. The Expanda now also carries 4x200w solar blankets that charge the Bluetti...another 18kg.The 2 power systems are only connected through the 240v feed of the Expanda. Cost about $8k all up, it works a treat and I have redundancy for the prolonged off road trips. We went the Expanda for weight and massive floor area with a double/queen bed at each end. On long trips it is important to have your own space to mentally stay well. The 10 minutes setting it up or backing it up is a small price to pay to have a 17.5' van that is longer than a 23' tall van. I'm not a huge fan of the wood veneer in the Jaycos but it's ok, it works well enough. Must stop my jibber, thought you would be interested in this power option. Stay well and travel safe.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

I love the sound of that power supply! Well done. Thanks for the comments, much appreciated and good for thought!

[@sandraserafini4351]

Hi craig Tracy , just bought a silverline tourer , beautiful ,slide out is like magic . Cheers craig , just cant wait to go on holiday now .

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Congrats - it is a great thing I reckon, just have to convince Tracey!!!!

[@sandraserafini4351]

Well you convinced us , just keep working on Tracy, she will come to love it .good luck . Please let us all know ,what yous end up getting .

[@trevseebohm4721]

Great video, we have a Silverline in this model but a tourer. With the bathroom door the first mod you do is get the small door magnet which stops the door from opening if not quite level.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Excellent idea - you’re a legend!

[@ryanturner9457]

Enjoying your videos but the Silverline is frumpy and the internals reminded me of a Jayco Conquest Motorhome we hired couple of years back. We took it to Uluru and the West McDonalds sadly even on bitumen and minor dirt things rattled and became loose. Loved your Zone escapades, we have been researching them for 2 years and have just placed an order on a 19' Zone Peregrine.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Zones are difficult to go past - as you too have decided. Well done on your purchase.

[@stuartderham4620]

I saw a 2020 or thereabouts, Silverline when we were staying near the Grampions, Vic. We have a Discovery Outback 2009..love it. We stayed in a private caravan park, off grid down there. A 4klm dirt road to get to it, corrigated and rough. We spoke to the Silverline owner later, as he was parked up nearby, he had owned it for about 2yrs, loved it. It hanled the dirt rd and conditions just fine, (getting to the park). I think your on the right track myself, Jayco.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Thanks for your comments and the info. The van is impressive but not sure about the kind of off roading we like - the beach for instance.... more challenging locations - the should make the Silverline in a fully off road version for sure. Departure angles and the lack of underbody protection are a concern. All fixable no doubt - I just love the additional room a slide out provides.

[@frankguernier2280]

I am still adjusting my eyes for the faux woodgrain and salmon pink colour scheme,

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Haha - it’s too much isn’t it

[@frankguernier2280]

@caravansbythecampfire My younger brother loves his. We have a brotherly competition. " he who dies with the biggest toys wins" I collect my 20.6 Zone Sojourn 28th March. But I am 2 ft short.

[@terrenceodgers5866]

Always enjoy your reviews. Mirth and frivolity are never out of place when demonstrating the good and the bad. Nice van.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Thank you!

[@craigsolaradventures]

I have a 2020 model, same layout. The newer vans have allot more factory USB outlets and you'll find the fridge is larger. Also the timber is much lighter so thats a plus. We love the electric awning, takes away all the pain !

[@caravansbythecampfire]

I knew they’d be a supporter of mine out there somewhere! Thanks for the comment!

[@craigsolaradventures]

@@caravansbythecampfire check out the offgrid power system I installed in my Silverline, I’m sure you will appreciate the benefits this gives… it’s on my KZbin channel

[@caravansbythecampfire]

@@craigsolaradventures watched your vid - outstanding system and explanation. Haven’t really seen anything presented in such a straight forward manner. I’m going to mention you on part 2 if you don’t mind, I’ll put a link to that video also. What sort of coin was involved there?

[@craigsolaradventures]

@@caravansbythecampfire no issues with a mention or link, that install is approx 25k. But a large part of the cost is the batteries at 3k each. It certainly can be done cheaper, but the Victron smart batteries are a premium product with outstanding specs.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

@@craigsolaradventures 💯

[@dawnking6601]

Just curious . You brought the slide out in without lifting the bed ! That is one thing we all Silverline owners have been advised to do before sliding in or out !

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Haven’t heard that before? Why is that I wonder?

[@leealdous4609]

Ooo just a reminder about the Zone. You were mentioning the cable and wiring of the jayco. Zone wiring is harnessed and out of view with access points. It's wiring is I believe really well done.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Thanks for the comment! I’ll be in the lookout.

[@RonDavis-v5v]

another great episode , you guys are naturals , we have a new van but still love watching your reviews;-)

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Cheers!! Much appreciated. What do you have?

[@Carpo74]

If you are wanting to off road and off grid I would definitely be looking at Zone or Titanium- have excellent reputations and no issues with dust ingress 👍 keep up the great vids

[@caravansbythecampfire]

It looks that way doesn't it! My Tracey certainly thinks so! Thanks for your comment.

[@nzmarkb8713]

I’m sure it’d be fine as long as you never take it off the black top Unfortunately the Auckland Jaco dealer over here has destroyed any expectation of after sales service I’m with your Mrs cross it off your lis, it’s not in the league of some of the other vans you have tested I didn’t even go and look at their stand at he the Brisbane show when I was there 👎👎👎 Keep up the great reviews 👍

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Yes, she is taking me in that direction….. thanks again for your comments!

[@CarolinePalin]

Hi , we’re did you get your blanket on top of the bed. Loving the colours 👍

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Sunni scenes - online company from a traveller. Check the website but it may be an old design- probs got new stuff to look at now.

[@CarolinePalin]

Thank you it’s appreciated 👍

[@rodmcdonald9825]

Cheers man

[@rodmcdonald9825]

Hey guys do you recall what year that silver line is

[@caravansbythecampfire]

2021 I think. I do know they don't have the glass cabinet anymore inside the front door - which is a shame.

[@billmorley4772]

Love the Silverline great van

[@Chance_It_Oz]

Interesting - not sure what you are looking to do with your new van?! Are you going off road and off grid? If so then Zone. If it’s caravan parks then yeah the Jayco.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Off grid is the desire - not radical but true dirt and beach front etc. Tracey wants a Zone tomorrow! Thanks for your comments!

[@dinodadog71]

great video...i want one. 1 question , what size is the bed in these things ?? is it a queen size ?

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Typically all big vans have a queen size bed, they have a bolster that allows you to insert it at the head of the bed, you extend the bed out from the bottom and it turns into king size length or longer.

[@ladysusanjane2682]

I’ve only just started video and I have a question. If you wish to stay hooked up overnight for a quick escape etc the electric slide out doesn’t work? Ok well you can’t get to the loo past the bed. Hmmm 🤔 I see you’ve answered this in another comment.✔️

[@caravansbythecampfire]

You unplug the power connection from the car, leave everything else hooked up - works then. You can always lift the bed and walk past it easily.

[@ladysusanjane2682]

Great. Also the canvas awning thing over the slide out…I’ve always wondered if it would be a problem in windy weather. What are yr thoughts?

[@caravansbythecampfire]

@@ladysusanjane2682 There was a comment today about that - we were there several nights in the wind and rain and I didn't notice anything at all - first thought of an issue was when it was suggested today. Appears fine.

[@ladysusanjane2682]

Well that’s good!

[@geeco1333]

We have a motorhome with a slide out at the back c/w rollout awning. The noise of the flapping awning is evident when the wind reaches around 40kph. Depending on the angle of the awning to the wind direction you can sleep upto around 50kph. My sister/bro have a Silverline, she says you can sleep in the bed with the slide out retracted so no problem on windy nights.

[@kennethroberts9626]

Hey . The Laming lips, with their song, Do you realize. I like the way you cut it when they sing , everyone one day will die.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

That had to go didn’t it!

[@WarrenJackson-tb2qk]

I think they have furrion stereo system not fussion . Fusion are far better

[@Mixos_place]

The one thing with the bed is when traveling and you want to use the loo can you get past the bed without having to extend it?

[@caravansbythecampfire]

We discuss this in part 2 - all you do is raise the bed and you can walk past easy. It took me 3 days to work it out!! Thanks for your comment @Mixos_place

[@Mixos_place]

@@caravansbythecampfire Good to know, thought it was a bit strange, not getting any younger!.. now waiting for part 2

[@RobertWilliams-ej1uj]

I will never understand why the slideout needs an electric motor, on this van or any other for that matter. Surely it would not be hard to push it out by hand and save the complexity of the motor etc. Just my opinion.

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Could be wind out - I really haven’t heard anyone tell me they’ve had an issue.

[@darrindouglas1]

If it wasn't for the outdated interior colours, I would almost consider buying one. That and the outrageous price......come on $100k+ and then extra lithium to run the optional inverter.....you'd be looking at an easy $115k ( I'm sure Craig has done the numbers ).....no wonder you want to buy my Zone.......airbags, more power, better off road ability, nicer interior......shame you cannot get a Zone for under 135k now, but you get a hell of a lot for that.....

[@caravansbythecampfire]

What time can I collect the van? I’m on my way…. a new Silverline is fading given the numbers as you point out.

[@ozmid40scouple]

if you want to do reall free camping and well off the bitumen then a slidout is not for you. if you want to get off the tarmac please do yourself a favour and at lesdt look at Essential Highlander or Essential C Class off road.....both available in many floor plans and sizes....bright airy modern interiors....

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Ok, I’ll dig deeper into them. Thanks for your comment.

[@ericdalcol2700]

Good Luck if you go with the Jayco and want to take it off the bitumen. That’s why it’s called outback because that’s where it belongs, out the back of anything else

[@caravansbythecampfire]

Hahahaha - thanks for commenting!