One Year Review of full time living in our Brinkley G3500

[@AngelaKroge]

My husband & I really enjoy your channel! We have been full-time in our Z3100 (#0924) for nearly 9 months now & we wholeheartedly agree with you, with relation to Brinkley. We love Brinkley 's customer service & I guess I would be accused of being a "Fan Girl", too...but I'm also ok with that. 😊 Like you all, we did our homework prior to purchasing. We've had some snags along the way but Brinkley has always come through for us. What more can we say...proud Brinkley owners! It's channels like yours that have helped us along the way - you report the positives & not-so positives & that's great! Thank you for sharing information & thanks also for your service to our country! Keep the videos coming & safe travels to you both! 😊

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! Yes, we are okay with being Fanboys/girls. Like you guys, I am sure we were a little worried about selling our home and moving into an RV because of the problems you hear about. I put myself through the "Owners RV tech school" at NRVTA in Texas while we waited for our house to sell. That made us both feel better and gave us a better understanding of how everything worked! Y'all stay safe out there!

[@AngelaKroge]

@chasing70degrees23 Brilliant idea, going through that training! I think that is something dealers should actually recommend to new RV owners....would help to ease them into the lifestyle & decrease a lot of anxiety, for sure! 👍

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@AngelaKroge It was well worth the time and minimal cost. I am pretty handy but I had no RV systems knowledge. So, it really pays for itself.

[@gregorycarson8513]

I’m a keystone guy,but following you guys I’m retiring in 4yrs and Brinkley is on my radar now.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@gregorycarson8513 you will love the Brinkley! Unmatched in many areas I think. Thank you for subscribing!

[@garybarnes7569]

I have also been a Keystone person with our 2019 Fuzion 373. When I make repairs or alterations to the 5th wheel it always reveals the shoddy workmanship! Absolutely appalling on some of the things I've found!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@garybarnes7569 Yes! unfortunately, I have seen that type of thing on other brands. I am always impressed when I climb into the belly of the Brinkley and find how much they did right!

[@WhimsicalWanderingWolf]

Appreciate this as a prospective buyer!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@WhimsicalWanderingWolf Thank you for watching! Glad it was helpful!

[@vickispicer6338]

Loved this video we saw this right after I ordered our G3500 Brinkley and I was able to cancel it and wait a couple months to reorder it when those awesome patio doors were available. Thanks so much for the heads up on those doors. We now have our Brinkley but it is winter. Can’t wait till next year to try out those doors. 😊

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@vickispicer6338 oh wow! I’m glad y’all were able to get the new doors. I forwarded your comment to Nate and he loved it! Those new doors are the bomb

[@robertb6151]

I have not commented for a while (#207). Thanks for all the good information. I don’t do Facebook - so your channel is my source for G info. I did the same research as you (Hershey RV shows) and came to the same conclusion - G3500. Some things that have happened recently: • The One Control pad came apart on a recent trip to Maine. The glass hit the floor and cracked. I assume the adhesive came loose from heat and our wonderful US roads. The LCD panel was just hanging there but it ripped one of the ribbon cables. Thankfully, I had my phone and tablet paired. I called Brinkley to ask if this is a common problem. They said it is not common, but they have had other instances of it happening. They had me go through my dealer to get the replacement. Just got the new one this week. All good again. • The bedroom and main GE air conditioners have stopped cooling. Fans and compressors still run, however. The garage is still cooling. Working with GE to get them repaired/replaced. They are letting my mobile Tech (and I) do the evaluation - they have no repair service in this area. Have to fill out forms and take pictures - what a pain in the rear. The two bad units are very close in serial number. If these go bad again, I am going with a different brand (Furrion or Dometic?). Questions if I may. You can reply by number. 1. Did you find a good solution to tank level readings? I find if I dump tanks when at hitch height, I can get the tanks to read empty. But you only need to put in 2 gallons and it reads 1/3 full. 2. Do you have any issues with the TST monitor reading the rear axle? With the display out at the axles, all tires read correctly. But with display in the truck, both tires on the rear axle disappear. I called TST and they said to add a second repeater. I bought one and installed it next to the Gen-Y. Still does not work. I ordered one screw on sensor to give that a try. If it works, I will buy another. 3. Can you buy those window screens for our vintage of G? 4. Is Brinkley coming out with a new suspension system for the G? Even with the Gen-Y gooseneck, I still get some chucking - especially over bridges. Do you see the same? I have essentially the same truck as you - 2024 Ram 3500 dually crew cab, HO Cummins, 8’ bed, and air leveling option. 5. Do you use the TravlFi 4G router that came with the G3500? I have been using it and its ok. I may go with a Pepwave 5G in the future. I don’t have Starlink - yet. 6. Where do you plan to spend the winter? I would like to get out of PA this winter. Thinking Texas Hill Country or somewhere in AZ. Want to be able to keep riding. I have had no issues with the Furrion backup camera dropping out or the One Control dropping Bluetooth. I use the One Control app. I have the disk brake option on the G - no issues so far - they really haul this beast down. I just had my mobile Tech do the roof vents and tank heater interposing relay. Brinkley support has been good so far. Given the increasing number of owners, I hope it stays that way. There will probably be some growing pains. Thanks and Take Care

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! We are glad we can help! 1. We have not found a good solution for tank readings. The service center said if you put the RV nose high while draining your front black tank (it runs north to south) it can help get it empty. 2. We had initial issues with the TST. I added a second repeater in the kitchen area near the fuse box. That fixed ours completely. Our original repeater is in the front baggage compartment. 3. I am not sure if you can retrofit the new style screens on an earlier G. 4. The newer G's went away from the MorRyde suspension. They all come with the Dexter suspension parts now. You can see it in our G factory tour video from April. We love our Ram! It is a beast. 5. We exclusively use Starlink. We gave up on the TravelFi last year. 6. We will most likely winter in Florida this year but we have also looked at the Gulf Coast and southern Texas.

[@Jabq]

Thanks for the review of the Brinkley. I recently ran into your channel, and we are 1 week away from having our own Brinkley, the z3110. What is interesting is that I was running with a friend before work last Thursday, and I pointed out to him the 5th wheel brand we are buying to replace our totaled unit. I work on Kirtland AFB. I bet it was you guys, as it was a good looking model G!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@Jabq thank you for watching! You will be living the life soon! Where are y’all located?

[@Jabq]

@@chasing70degrees23 we're in northern Rio rancho about 30 minutes north on i25. Such a small world!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@Jabq We were just up there today at Sam’s and Walmart

[@Jabq]

@@chasing70degrees23 we were on that area when the rain had just stopped. Any other year we would be in the forest about 2 hours away.. very strange weekend for us. Can't wait to join the Brinkley family though! Hope to see you around and I'll be following your channel 😃

[@moe.cabrera]

Hi guys! Thank you kindly for your review and for being a voice of reason to listen to closely! Safe travels always! ❤😊

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! We love the support we have been receiving and we enjoy making the videos! Stay safe!

[@user-ktm890rider]

What I’d add to this is that if Grand Design would implement the response and service about the Frame issues as Brinkley And What I’ve been hearing from Alliance owners with normal issues They Would be the top Contender, People Always forget Service and Accountability is Key, You Two bringing all those issues to Brinkley And Them taking responsibility is Real Ownership I hope they keep it up 😎🍻

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@user-ktm890rider yes! 100%. I’ve said all along Brinkley is turning the RV customer care market upside down. You don’t even get this level of care from car and truck manufacturers! There is a reason that Nate and the guys left GD.

[@toddgoffoy7601]

Thank you for the overview. I've had the 3950 for a month and it's been a delight! Don't worry about the detractors, just keep providing honest videos with your authentic approach.

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! We try to keep it real. I love that 3950 floorplan, but they didn't offer it when we bought ours. The 3500/4000 was the only toy hauler.

[@randallgriffith6416]

Hey folks, thanks for the great info. We are in the negotiating stage for a Brinkley G3500. Spending time with you folks in Rochester, MN gave us even more confidence that the G3500 is the right model for us. I am happy to hear about the changes Brinkley has made in the last year which will address some of our remaining concerns (like the window screens). I still wish Brinkley had an option to go with an upgraded suspension and a regular, rather than tankless, water heater. Safe travels to you and your doggie!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@randallgriffith6416 That’s awesome! Glad to hear from y’all! As a side note the new G’s do come with an upgraded suspension made by Dexter.

[@randallgriffith6416]

@@chasing70degrees23 The upgraded suspension is a good thing, but I'd love to avoid having wet bolts. The Roadmaster slipper springs and comfort ride suspension has made a huge difference and I suspect it's better than anything coming from Lippert. We'll see. I guess there's always the after-market option. Good to hear from you. I hope the weather is decent wherever you are right now.

[@dlyose]

Alliance toy hauler owner here. Hate the patio doors also. Love your channel❤

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@dlyose We looked at alliance and came close to buying the toy hauler with the side patio! Thank you for watching AND commenting!

[@8654ZuluFoxtrot]

The #1 thing my wife and I hope Brinkley does is to add additional floorplans that offer a bigger master bathroom. This is really the ONLY thing we don't like about the Brinkley floorplans. The options out there with the master bath up front that offers a double sink, big shower, etc. is just perfect for full-time couples IMHO. My perfect floorplan has a large master bath and a half bath mid RV and a garage or bonus room.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@8654ZuluFoxtrot July of 2023 when we picked up our G they had 4 models. 2 G’s and 2 Z’s. Now they have 15 between the two lines! They still haven’t released the R or the I models so who knows what they will come up with! They do listen to customer input as well!

[@8654ZuluFoxtrot]

@@chasing70degrees23 The "R" and "I" models? Any info on what those will be? Spill your guts!!!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@8654ZuluFoxtrot I wish I knew! That video would get 100k views!! 🤣 All we know is that they eventually will have R.I.G.Z. Models! I’ll ask some questions at the Brinkley rally in early November!

[@BobbyRauch-s9n]

Thanks for the info! We are looking at what to get

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@BobbyRauch-s9n Thank you for watching! Let us know if you have any questions or if we didn’t cover anything!

[@burlingtonbill4687]

Just want to add to my previous comment after reading it. Although I trained troops at Fort Polk in AIT. Ultimately, I was sent to Germany where I served as an MP for the remaining time I was in the Army. I did lose several close friends in Vietnam, and it was a terrible war! Also, Rosie loves her Washer/Dryer in our Brinkley and even uses it when we are off grid.. Burlington Bill busking on the road and here on you tube.

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for your service Bill! How do you handle the water usage of the washing machine while off grid?

[@burlingtonbill4687]

@@chasing70degrees23 I bought a 67 collapsable bladder that I take over to the water station and I took an old camper pump and made a system to pump water into the camper (I know I could use the camper pump for this, but I wanted to not wear it out). When she has washed about three loads, I use the Blueboy to take the grey to the water station. She does about three maybe four loads a week and Arizona has a solar dryer everyone can use. It's referred to as a clothesline. Have a beautiful day. We got to know Nate very well when we had our Solitude. He's a great guy.

[@patrickmclaughlin5033]

Hey Ross and Jackie, I live in El Paso, TX, just 4 hours south of Kirkland AFB. I am driving up to Santa Fe this Sunday. I literally just learned about Brinkley RVs by stumbling across your excellent channel a few nights ago. I have never owned an RV, but...I am considering it. If you guys are around the RV park this Sunday, 8 SEPT around noon(ish), I would love to come meet you and possibly tour your home of 1 year. And if that day/time does not work for you, I will be traveling back through ABQ on my way home on Saturday, 14 SEPT. Just let me know if either date works. Thanks for providing such an excellent and honest review. It seems Brinkley wholeheartedly listens and learns as they go/grow - in large part to your candid feedback. All the best, Patrick

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@patrickmclaughlin5033 Hey Patrick! Thank you for watching! We left Albuquerque a few days ago unfortunately. We are up In Amarillo now but headed to Dallas very soon. There is a La Mesa RV in Albuquerque that sells Brinkleys though.

[@kristiegodfrey8164]

Thank you for your review. We are looking at Brinkley now. My husband likes the low maintenance roof. This gives us a lot to ponder.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@kristiegodfrey8164 Thank you for watching! Yes that 20 year warranty roof makes it a great deal!

[@markpcolo]

Appreciate you both. Enjoy the channel, the candor and the reality. Ignore the haters is all I can say. Seems that a lot of what Brinkley wants to do is crippled by Lippert and or other suppliers. It's nice to see them create their own solutions like the patio doors. We hope to get into a Brinkley Z or a GD Influence next year. Whatever we get, it's going to have Independent Suspension. God Bless, and have a great September.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@markpcolo Thank you for watching! We appreciate you too!

[@TDub_ADV]

Those patio doors are great. We have the ubiquitous Lippert doors on ours and they leave a lot to be desired for sure. On ours the slides have not failed, those have been fine. Its how the slides are attached to the door is the problem. On mine they just used self drilling screws to attach them and about half of them just tore out of the aluminum frame in the first 6 months. I ended up getting a rivet nut tool and put rivet nuts in all the screw holes and used machine screws to hold the slides on. No issues since.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@TDub_ADV that’s a great idea!! Rivets are the best invention!

[@Capt-John-T-Moore]

Hey if you are being real and truthful. I appreciate those type of KZbin channels.

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! We try to keep it real

[@shanewhite4392]

I noticed you were using DW-40. Typically a good product but as a locksmith I learned that Tri-Flow has fewer issues with drying out and gumming up in dry climates. I found I stopped having to re-lubricate stuff as often when I made the switch.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@shanewhite4392 awesome suggestion! Thank you

[@shanewhite4392]

@@chasing70degrees23 I hadn't even finished watching the video! I guess you really are on here pretty religiously. ha

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@shanewhite4392 😂🤣 I’m at the airport waiting on a flight. Plus if I don’t keep up with comments across a 100 videos it piles up. I also believe if you care enough to comment and watch I appreciate it! I’ve learned a lot from comments.

[@mr.p135]

Man doors look way better! Hope they become available for us existing G owners.. good job Brinkley!

[@chasing70degrees23]

Yes! They did a great job on the doors for sure!

[@timh8543]

Thanks guys great information great listening on my long commute here in Southern California

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thanks for listening, glad we could join you on your commute!

[@joethomas7136]

First time subscriber, really enjoy your channel. I'll be watching!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@joethomas7136 Thank you for watching and supporting us!

[@benpriester6657]

What an awesome video. I'll be living in my G3500 starting Mid-Sept. I haven't loaded my motorcycle yet, and I'm a one man operation and need to figure out the best way to load my motorcycle, and if I'm bolting my condor chock down or not. I love the new door to the garage and wouldn't mind upgrading one day. My only complaint is my side door going into the garage being misaligned. I'm sure when I get time, I can get it realigned. Thank you again for the video. I hope to camp with y'all one day Safe travels, and I'm looking forward to your next video.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@benpriester6657 Thank you as always Ben!

[@user-pi7fc4ms8c]

Fender flairs- use a ceramic wipe to protect and prevent fading. Weused them 1 time on the black plastic on our jeep and no fade since 12/2021. We used cerakote ceramic trim coat from amazon

[@chasing70degrees23]

You are the second to suggest this! W will try it for sure! Thank you!

[@tomgillotti]

Great video, thank you! I’m looking into the new 3970 with the full bath in the garage (will be used as a flex space/bedroom). I’ve been trying to find a Luxe 48FB used, but can’t seem to find them, so the Brinkley is the next best thing. I’m glad to hear they have such great customer service. It’s also nice that it’s great build quality because great customer service is wonderful, but no one wants to have to use it.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@tomgillotti I think you would be very happy with the 3970! When we bought our 3500 it was the only toy hauler model. 🤣

[@cookingsherry8784]

That's the Brinkley model we are considering, too, because we have a teenage son and plan on full-timing for a year after he graduates.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@cookingsherry8784 That sounds like a great time!

[@mikewadams1]

Great Video! I am new to your channel and like you we have been researching for the last 18 months the whole RV enchilada. The first time we set foot in a Brinkley we knew that it was something different about it. The first thing I did was open a drawer, may seem silly but that is the first thing that was a deal killer for me. And when I saw the dove tail solid wood construction I knew that quality was there. We are retiring in 12 months and finally pulled the trigger last month and bought the Z3400. We had a family emergency which led us to do a shake down trip from South Carolina to Portland Oregon. New truck 2020 Ram 3500 DRW and our #3352 Brinkley. The drive out went flawlessly. We have been living in it for three weeks and could not be happier. We have some minor issues that need to be addressed like pocket door has come off the track in travel and for the life of me I cannot get it back on, also some trim that came off the back porch door which I can address myself. Also the cargo bay door is bowed and you have to really fuss with it to get it to latch. But that is it. We have owned a couple of Cougar fifth wheels and they served us well as weekend campers, but the Brinkley is far above that. I do spend a lot of time debating Brinkley haters because I truly believe Brinkley is one of the best RV manufacturers out there, so I am happy to debate the GD owners and others when they spew unfounded opinions. The only thing for me is did I buy the right model. Part of me wishes I would have gone with a G model, but hey we can always upgrade in a year or so!😁

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@mikewadams1 yes! Thank you for watching. We have looked at all the Zs but unfortunately they wouldn’t work for the Motos. I agree wholeheartedly with you on the build quality. More importantly for me is the immediate customer service and interaction with the actual owners of the company. I think you definitely made the right choice my friend. Hope to see y’all on the road!

[@TheUltimateDetour.]

Hi there, Greetings from Toronto Canada 😊 This is the first time ever that I have left a comment on KZbin. We watch your channel religiously. Why, you might ask? We, too, intend on purchasing an RV in the future in order to live full time on the road. We have been researching for months, visiting RV dealers, and attending as many RV shows as we can in order to help us make the best decision. When we first found your Channel, we were so excited because, we too have decided on The Brinkley. Your channel has been a valuable tool, or should I say inspiration to us. We see that you LOVE your RV and that Brinkley takes care of you.... we laugh sometimes because we keep saying one day this will be us. The passion that we see you have for your RV simply confirms to us that we will be making the right decision. All this to say, is don't let those igorant remarks of being a " Brinkley Boy" down but if you only knew how many people that you are helping with your channel you would be blown away. I cannot wait to be called a "Brinkley girl", I might even get a Tshirt made , and wear it with pride🎉 Looking forward to the next video, and while I'm here. My sincerest condolences for the lost your beautiful puppy, that we loved seeing.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@TheUltimateDetour. Wow! We feel privileged and honored to be your first comment! We appreciate your support and we love making our videos. I don’t think you can go wrong with a Brinkley, they truly take good care of their customers. I love the idea of a Brinkley Fangirl shirt. ❤️ keep us posted and let us know when you make it to the lower 48. We are heading to the upper northeast next summer. Keep us posted on your journey too in getting your RV. You can always find us on Instagram at @chasing70degreesx2

[@TheUltimateDetour.]

@@chasing70degrees23 will do....please forward the"stupid comments" to me. We got your back! Brinkley fan girl😁 #1 (We will start with the # sign, just like the Brinkley RVs. Perharps you could ask Nate, if they can get a Brinkley emoji going. Lol)

[@BillandTammy]

Appreciate the video, very informative, looking at the new 3570 Toy hauler to purchase soon.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@BillandTammy Thank you for watching! The G’s are the best we feel!

[@CJMOOSUP]

Thanks Ross! Another great video. Safe travels..

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thanks, you too!

[@weloveourjernie]

Thanks guys. We have that big motor home and jeep that you saw. We’re thinking about a change to the 3250. Your review has been very helpful in that decision. We’re in Sevierville, TN this week and found a Brinkley dealer down the road from our resort. Going to check one out tomorrow.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@weloveourjernie Awesome! So good to hear from you guys!

[@grayfox9911]

A thorough review! Thanks & have fun!

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thanks for watching! We had fun making it!

[@murfrirhke4557]

We are a retired AF couple since 98 & retired from a big beer company in 18. We’ve owned a few RVs from a Colman Columbia pop-up, two travel trailers, & two fifth wheels. We currently own an ATC tow hauler & are getting ready to make another change. We’re going back to another travel trailer, the Brinkley is our choice for our final (ideally) RV. We’d love to get another 5th wheel however, they won’t fit in or garage. We both appreciate one, your service & two, your helpful insight into the Brinkley. Hope to see ya one the road sometime.

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! Thank you for YOUR service as well. Those new Z air trailers are so cool. We walked them at the Dallas RV show. We have fun making these videos so thank you for supporting us!

[@sherryarcher4832]

I have a wet bath in my truck camper. The best thing about them is CLEANING up after boys. Just hose the whole thing down.😂

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@sherryarcher4832 That’s a great idea! I bet it can get messy! 🤣

[@burlingtonbill4687]

Love this video. Even though you are new to the RV world you aren't spending all your time complaining! Rosie and I started our travel about 54 years ago where we went from Fort to Fort with everything, we owned in a 1966 fastback Mustang while I trained troops for Vietnam. (66 Mustang on Burlington Bill, you tube). So, after the service we bought a tent camper and now we are on our eighth fifth wheel which is a Brinkley 3100 Z. We have had it to Alaska for last summer and then Arizona where we lived off grid five months for the winter. We know JD and all the others at Brinkley, and they have treated us like gold. Micah has personally taken care of us several times. We knew him from Grand Design. Well, I'm rambling a bit but check out Burlington Bill for some original music and some covers along with a few videos from Alaska. Travel safe and always keep the positive vibe. Burlington Bill busking on the road and on KZbin.

[@chasing70degrees23]

I sometimes feel like I was born in the wrong decade. The idea of just roaming the country in a 66 Mustang sounds amazing! Simpler times in the world for sure.

[@burlingtonbill4687]

@@chasing70degrees23 I think back to when Rosie and I were 19 years old packing our every possession into that little car and heading down to Georgia where I attended NCO school after AIT and then over to Fort Polk where I led a platoon through AIT training. I was a skinny Kid in 1970. Well, we are 74 now and I'm not skinny but we are still on the road and I'm still rocking a guitar everywhere we go.

[@BrokeInABrinkley]

We are wanting to swap our 5th wheel GenY to the gooseneck GenY, how do you like yours? Pros, Cons? Also, I hate (!!) these Lippert rear doors! I hope we can get some like yours, they look amazing!! Thanks again for sending me the tips and tricks video too! #learningaswego

[@chasing70degrees23]

We love our gooseneck Gen y. Being parked in Florida for a few months it gives us our truck bed back in about 4 min of work! Those new rear doors are a game changer. I am glad Brinkley is driving change for things like that! You are so welcome and thank you for watching and supporting!

[@jc525exc]

Great job guys. Ive had issues with my RAM giving me trailer brake disconnected warning also. Read on RAM forums no uncommon isue, taken with grain of salt. Ive met 2 Brinkley owners that upgraded to disc brakes. Curious if you wished you did the same? Rear doors are issue for all Lippert door owners too. Suggestion- maybe do a 2 part video next time. 42 min video took me 3x to finish it.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@jc525exc Thank you for watching! I know it was long and we try to keep our videos under 13 min but on this one we just had a lot of info! I have never felt that I was under braked at all with the drums. Plus with the disc you give up ABS and Dexter tow assist. That Dexter makes a huge difference in sway. The Ram engine brake really does all the heavy lifting. I really don’t have to use the brakes unless I’m in traffic or coming to a full stop.

[@PlainVanillaGrandmaCarol]

I used to live in base housing on Kirkland AFB. That was years ago (80's) I'm your newest sub. I live in Amarillo, and my son and his family, and dogs Maggie & Nova, live next door to your current location. It is nice to meet you!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@PlainVanillaGrandmaCarol Hi!! How cool is this! So glad to have you as a subscriber and your son and family are very sweet!

[@PlainVanillaGrandmaCarol]

@@chasing70degrees23 Thank you!

[@TimL-v6h]

Great video! Now I want to upgrade!😂

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@TimL-v6h What are you currently in?

[@TimL-v6h]

@chasing70degrees23 look next door to you buddy! Blue chevy and 5er. 😆

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@TimL-v6h HAHAHA 😂 goofball

[@paulstephanieosborne8715]

Thanks for sharing! We are in the position you started... months of research for the right RV for us, planning to sell the house and go full time. Videos like this one really help. Thanks for the toilet seat link. Can you also share the towel hold/basket link? Much appreciated!

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! Jax has been searching for a link for the basket since you commented. We bought it at Hobby Lobby. If we can find a SKU for it, I will comment back. Amazon doesn't have it at all.

[@garycryder3688]

Great informative video! If you don't remember, I am the other retired 1SG that left a comment a couple weeks ago. We've been doing a lot of research and we are down to 2 brands right now. Those are Brinkley and Alliance. Taking the wife to look at an Brinkley 3100 and 3610 this week. Alliance has very similar layouts to the Brinkley models. So hopefully we will select one soon. Oh and the fenders annoying you is the 1SG in you lol. It would me as well. If you do get the color from Brinkley, share it please. I've seen the Brinkleys, but this will be a first for my wife. Pretty sure she's going for one of those two. Take care!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@garycryder3688 Morning 1SG! In my opinion once she sees a Brinkley she will forget about alliance! The other thing to remember it’s not all about the outside appearance but the quality and craftsmanship that isn’t visible. Open the baggage compartments, ask to see the plumbing, look at the way the interior is put together. Dovetailed solid wood drawers, interior seems, window blinds etc. let us know which way you go!

[@garycryder3688]

@@chasing70degrees23 I agree and Alliance has made many improvements to include better materials. You can really see it from the 24s to the new 25s. I think they are learning from Brinkley lol. Both have remarkable reputations for customer service and quick responses to issues. In the end though I agree with you and knowing my wife she will once she sees them as well.

[@garycryder3688]

@@chasing70degrees23 well you were right, she absolutely looked astonished with the quality of Brinkley and the 3610. So much so, that she didn't even want to look at the toy hauler lol.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@garycryder3688 yaaaaay!! I bet she fell in love!

[@martykerr8478]

I have had more problems with my patio doors and I think you have but I would love to have the separate set of doors put in

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@martykerr8478 Yes, our doors were holding together but just barely. The prototype doors are much better for sure

[@Msrverpilot]

Great Video work, both of you guys are very informative , Been looking @ the Brinks Like most of every thing we have seen, Waiting to see their full body paint in person . I've seen the pictures of it, looks nice, I did the factory tour and was informed they are working on New fenders that will be metal.They are working on New steps too.We. have a RIVERSTONE 42 FSKG we love this floorpan and Riverstone is a Great unit, We are looking @ the 3950/3970/4100. Thanks again for your video, and Thanks for your service to this GREAT country , Hope we can keep it GREAT.. Allan.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@Msrverpilot Thank you for the kind words! We try our best. I agree we need to keep America great! I don’t think you could go wrong with any of those Brinkley Models

[@wallygranberg8976]

good review guy’s, how do we go about finding the garage door? ours did same thing bearings feel out i put most back in lol and for now it works but i like those doors tyou tested . Also we had a rain storm and patio was down water was coming in ugh.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@wallygranberg8976 Thank you for watching! Those doors are still a prototype. Brinkley is not sure when they will be available.

[@booshay44]

We are upgrading from a smaller unit and are very interested in the G3500. We don't want to go too big. We full timed for 3 years and basically only stayed at state parks, especially across florida. Have you guys had luck staying in state parks with the size? We really don't want to lose the ability to stay in the parks.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@booshay44 great question! We have stayed at several state and national parks. At 40’ you just have to do your research and check google earth and satellite images. We have been limited a few times by “35’ max” at some parks but we have even found lots that say “45’+” We wouldn’t trade our G3500 though, we love it.

[@charleslahnen4126]

Hey, love your channel! We plan to go full time in a year or so and have pretty much decided that a Brinkley is what we will go with. Out of curiosity, why did you choose the Ram over other trucks…maybe a good video idea for ya! Looking forward to future videos!

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! Whoa! That video would be a really controversial one! Some are just super brand loyalists. I have had 2 Ford super duties and I was never happy with their performance. Our Ram is our 4th Dodge/Ram truck. We chose the Ram 3500 dually because of the weight of the G3500, the Ram will pull up to 35k pounds as a gooseneck. Plus, it comes with the HO motor at 420hp and 1075 ft lbs of torque. The HO comes with the Aisin 6 speed transmission and the best rated exhaust brake in the industry. The HO also comes with the factory towing package with the drop-in gooseneck ball and puck system, 50 gallon tank, and 4:10 rear-end gears.

[@dougwilliams3276]

I have discovered that I am not as peculiar as I thought. We purchased a Brinkley G3500 for our pets. LOL Dogs (3) and Cats (3). Patio for enjoying those wonderful days watching the Jets fly by.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@dougwilliams3276 Exactly! I agree

[@KimFieldstad]

Love the video. I would like to hear about air conditioning and suspension.

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! We added soft starts to our 3 GE ACs last August. They say they are not needed on the G but we have not had any issues with our AC units and some have so.... The suspension has been wonderful minus the one broken wet bolt. We have the 7k axles and drum brakes with the Dexter tow assist system.

[@rvnuts6363]

You didn’t really mention the electric sewer gate system and how it has been working out. I assume great or you would have mentioned it. We have a factory tour this Wednesday and I have a lot of questions that I’m hoping to get answered. We were in one and it really does feel residential quality compared to our Jayco Pinnacle. Thanks for all your videos because they really do help in showing us the good and bad of your Brinkley experience. Randy

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! Oh man, you will love the tour! We went when ours was on the line being built and then again while we were at the service center. Great question about the sewer gates. We have only had one issue. After about 5 months the black gate was kind of finicky. I would have to bump the switch to get it to fully close. It was replaced on our service visit and hasn't been a problem at all. The electric gates are great! We have fun making these videos so thank you for supporting!

[@garybarnes7569]

You may have covered this in a different post but what would you have not gotten in the 5th wheel and what would you have gotten when you bought it?

[@chasing70degrees23]

Great question! This is our first RV and we researched for 14 months before selecting the Brinkley G. We were both happy that almost everything we wanted in a toy hauler was included in the Brinkley. As an example, we looked at the Jayco Seismic and they nickel and dime you by charging for a generator or an extra Ac unit. It also did not come with solar or lithium batteries. The final price was over $148K for that Jayco. We bought ours, as it was built, for about $4K less. The only two options we chose were the GenY gooseneck hitch and the queen bed, which gives you nightstands. There is not much else that we need or want to add. If I had to add anything it would be more solar and more lithium batteries.

[@jamestanner1549]

I do wish they would change out the shower doors. They are a pain to clean including the track

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@jamestanner1549 I agree with you there. At least make them easier to remove so you can actually clean the entire glass panel

[@BrokeInABrinkley]

I saw in your video that you had your Furrion camera hooked up so you can watch people walking by the camper, for security. How did you set that up? Thanks in advance. #newbies #fulltimerv #brinkleyg3950

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@BrokeInABrinkley we covered that with links to the needed parts in the description of our tips and tricks video! Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpS5eKJtbN2nd7Msi=bfSckxYtNzyBK4-d

[@Indian-Pursuit23]

Think about rhino liner for the fender instead of front cap matching..my two cents.. plus I think I served with you.. I was at Hood ‘99-03 2nd Brigade 4th ID then’06- 09 3rd ACR???

[@chasing70degrees23]

You know Jax said the same thing! I could probably rhino line it myself! I was in the 36th ID from 02'-17' at Hood 04'-06' but was in Iraq for most of that. We definitely chewed some of the same dirt! I am way to intimately familiar with Fort Hood 😄

[@badventures3895]

We have a bubbling roof on our Z AIR 295 (travel trailer). Told it’s normal as weather fluctuates. Does this check out with other Brinkley’s?

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@badventures3895 Yes, Brinkley has assured other owners that the bubbling is just off gassing of adhesives. I’ve seen others where it comes and goes. I think they have the best roof warranty in the industry.

[@badventures3895]

@@chasing70degrees23thanks for the info, great review, and fun adventures

[@CWS173]

Yet another great informative video. BUT, I have questions and comments! Ross, you must be at perfect height to hit head over kitchen sink. At 6'4" I am "above" the cabinets and don't have problems because I see them. Just a thought. Jax, How the %$## do you get ketchup on the wallpaper??? 🤣🤣 The new rear doors.... Awesome idea and kudos to Nate. The sliding doors take much "patience and understanding". The stereo absolutely kicks. Nothing like the intro of "For those about to rock" by AC/DC at sunrise in the pits on race day!! Thanks again for video. Hope to meet you guys when you head N/E!

[@chasing70degrees23]

HAHAHAHAHA Yes but isn't your face in the cabinets while you wash dishes? The deal with Jax is that she is a messy eater HAHAHA. Just kidding, no idea how food gets on the walls sometimes. Yes! we will be headed your way next summer for sure.

[@MikeM-vi3hg]

Big question - The right vehicle to haul the Brinkley. I'm sure you have done a video on it already.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@MikeM-vi3hg Wow that’s a real hornets nest. Everyone has their likes and dislikes and brand loyalties! I can say buy whatever brand you have great experiences with. For us that’s Ram/Dodge. That being said I feel any G model Brinkley is clearly in Dually territory. I know some choose to tow their big toy haulers with single rear wheel one ton trucks but I wouldn’t. We now have 16 months of full time travel and over 21k miles of pulling our G. They are heavy and the pin weight is about 4040lbs. I like to have some reserve weight left while towing. Ours fully loaded on a travel day with empty holding tanks sits at about 23,300 lbs. While a single rear wheel one ton truck CAN tow that I wouldn’t do it.

[@MikeM-vi3hg]

@@chasing70degrees23 thanks for the response. Make perfect sense. Better to have more truck than pushing the limits.

[@clarissamangaran6970]

The customer service Brinkley has provided sounds incredible. Did you buy directly from them or through a dealer? I’m curious how you guys were able to get such hands-on care. We’re looking at getting the new 2025 model G3970 because we have four kids and we need that extra bathroom! I’m doing research now on how and when to buy.

[@chasing70degrees23]

Thank you for watching! I have to say that we are not that special. Brinkley just really takes care of its customers. We purchased from a dealer in Texas. Select your dealer carefully. Do some research on their customer feedback. We have not needed to use our dealer for anything other than the initial purchase. Brinkley takes care of owners through their Brinkley Crew care. I highly suggest going and doing a tour of the Brinkley factory, especially the G factory. You will be sold for sure after that.

[@RandyStreet-s6l]

can i get a measurement between the all season doors when they are open to load equipment? thx

[@chasing70degrees23]

Ours has the new 3 panel doors and when they are open it is a 79" wide opening.

[@josephbosler3677]

We love are w/d don't have to pack many close we do longre ever night when we take a bath all of are close gets washed then

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@josephbosler3677 awesome!

[@markgreen2488]

Great video, guys. My wife and I are working on the purchase of a Brinkley. I would love to find out the details of your Ram dually. Is it a high output Cummins with the Aisin transmission? I have a 3500 Laramie with standard Cummins and the 68RFE transmission. I am not sure my truck can pull the G 3500. Your insight would help me greatly with this. BTW, my wife and I ride, too. Harley Ultra Limited for me and my wife has a Can Am Spyder F3. Safe travels!!!

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@markgreen2488 Thank you for watching! Yes our Ram is the HO with the Aisin trans. 4:10 gears as well. They say the 68RFE won’t hold up to full time living and towing something this heavy. One of our good friends had his 68RFE go out after about 10 months. He traded it for the HO setup. Our G3500 fully loaded runs at 22,300lbs. The Ram tows it easily. So cool you guys ride. We love having our bikes with us in our travels!

[@Freedomisnotforsale2024]

So far all the Brinkley owners we follow have the least amount of repairs & hope it stays that way. Don't know if you have the WD40 Silicone spray or not, but it works wonders.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@Freedomisnotforsale2024 Thank you for watching! I have the WD40 white lithium spray but I’ll have to snag some of the silicon. Where do you use it?

[@Freedomisnotforsale2024]

@chasing70degrees23 OH man just about everything inside & out. I even sprayed it in a deadbolt lock I had issues with a freed it up. Here is what WD40 list for its uses. safely lubricates, resists water and protects metal and non-metal surfaces such as rubber, plastic and vinyl. Once dried, this formula leaves a clear, non-staining film that doesn't stick or make a mess, so it won't attract dirt. This silicone lubricant spray is great for use on cables, pulleys, guide rails, valves, linkages, hinges, locks and more. Effective in-use temperatures ranging from -100° F to 500° F.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@Freedomisnotforsale2024I’ll find some!

[@mainecamper9723]

We would like to copy your bathroom basket/towel rack idea (at 24:09 in video) for our Z2900. Would you let us know where you purchased it? Thanks.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@mainecamper9723 Of course! Jax found it at Hobby Lobby. She’s searched Amazon trying to find it but with no luck

[@mainecamper9723]

​@@chasing70degrees23 Found it! Thanks.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@mainecamper9723 where did you locate one? Lots of viewers ask for it

[@mainecamper9723]

Found it at Hobby Lobby.

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@mainecamper9723 awesome thank you!

[@vincentmurante5142]

Can you do a video on the new brinkley g4100?

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@vincentmurante5142 I wish! We don’t really have access to one. We might get to tour one in November though. If we do I’ll make a video

[@vincentmurante5142]

@@chasing70degrees23 awesome, thank you

[@janapecherek4158]

Can you give me the link for the tie down bracket for the tool box

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@janapecherek4158 DC Cargo E-Track Tie-Down Mini... www.amazon.com/dp/B01D215CO2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@janapecherek4158 Powertye E-Track O-Ring Fittings... www.amazon.com/dp/B07FN386SS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@janapecherek4158]

Thank you very much

[@vincentmurante5142]

Another great video, but just wondering if you're getting the great customer service because of having a channel

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@vincentmurante5142 Thank you for watching! No, they took care of us long before our KZbin started growing. I can tell you they take great care of everyone. The Brinkley G page on Facebook is full of stories of Brinkley doing the right thing for customers.

[@vincentmurante5142]

Great to know, thank you​@chasing70degrees23

[@missouritravelers]

AF vet the famcamps are great when i was a kid my dad and his buddies rented a traileer on a lake i fished all night while the played poker

[@chasing70degrees23]

Those are some great memories I bet! Thank you for watching!

[@debsmythe7267]

Do you find that the kitchen feels tight in terms of space to move around at all?

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@debsmythe7267 No, with the two opposing slides (kitchen and sofa area) it’s pretty wide open. We never feel cramped

[@jamestanner1549]

what lippert control app are you guys referring to that works better?

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@jamestanner1549 great question! Some have said the “Lippert Connect App” works better than one control. It’s Available in the App Store.

[@HomesByStrand]

Great video!! We love our G-4000, I wanted to ask you where you got the towel hook for the bathroom that you showed in the video?

[@chasing70degrees23]

Hi! Jax here. I found it at Hobby Lobby. I’ve searched everywhere online to try and find a link because I’ve had a few ask. Just have to hit up your local Hobby Lobby. Thank you for watching!

[@HomesByStrand]

@@chasing70degrees23, thank you!

[@ronhile266]

Can you send link for the shower head and twisty things for the bathroom pantry

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@ronhile266 Tuesday twisty things we got from Brinkley direct. Brinkley Creek can probably help you out. The shower head is: www.amazon.com/dp/B09572ZWXJ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@ronhile266]

@@chasing70degrees23 thank you. I'm calling Brinkley Tuesday about the door will also ask about twisty things. Safe travels

[@carlywright9889]

I thought the trim in the garage around the door was cracking?

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@carlywright9889 No, the paint was peeling but they replaced it with a color molded piece that is now flawless!

[@alvindorris4373]

Maybe the Keystone learn few things. 😂

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@alvindorris4373 Brinkley is definitely a model to follow!

[@nana-l5v6s]

How much did Brinkley cost?

[@chasing70degrees23]

@@nana-l5v6s There are many variables with upgrades and such but the going rate seems to be $145-$155k