Tour of my Dodge Xplorer 230 XLWT Class B RV

[@lakelizard8145]

That was possibly the best tour of a motor home I've ever seen. Having seen the videos of your work all along, it was great to see a full tour to show just how beautiful it now is. Thumbs up!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+lakelizard It IS nice to see the difference from when I first got it. I am happy with it.

[@katieshealinggarden]

Great rig.....great video! I may have missed it but, what does a rig like this go for? How many MPG? Do you have any trouble parking in a normal space? Thanks!

[@Billodnh]

After crawling with you over every inch of your rig by watching all of your videos it was very nice to get a full once over of the finished project. ALL of your hard work paid off in a very big way. Yours is the classiest Xplorer on youtube.

[@nojnoj3069]

What a super clean and excellent weekend camper. No doubt lot's of people who live in vans like yours are feeling real envious right now....You certainly have made it a home from home. Also this is a excellent informative video. First class. Thankyou.

[@Etamar-yg4sy]

I believe you've found your niche, an RV salesman. You did a great job, much better and advanced camera control than all those used RV salesman out there. Your demo makes me wanna buy an Xplorer.

[@twinfin8867]

Great Job Filming, narrating and excellent music too. The brief breaks you took to discuss further were a nice touch. Really got a fill for the vehicle. Nice also how empty and clean you had it for filming so as not to distract from the motorhome. Really is one of the nicest videos Ive seen.

[@rudyjaboor6966]

Great tour, Steve! It really showcased the results of all of your hard work. Job well done. It's a beautiful class B. Thumbs Up !!

[@asailorandhisdogslyknight5391]

The bathroom has too be the selling point. That was the best Class B tour I have seen. You never disclosed how many miles you had on it for its age. Nice camper use it....

[@canoefor-one1102]

Your RV looks pristine and the floor plan flows well. I enjoyed your video.

[@RozyInRialto]

This is a nice set up.. this is what I am looking for.. nice tour

[@BestEasyWormTea]

Amazing Vehicle AND Amazing Video AND Amazing Commentary. Truly, one of the best of all 3 Categories I Have Ever Seen, and THANKS!!!

[@JamesMorrin]

I am always amazed at how awesome it looks after all of your hard work. looks brand-new

[@Aquatic_Amigo]

Man that’s so sweet I wish I can buy one but in my life I don’t think it’s possible it’s just a dream

[@dalegribble60]

Finally, a fellow dually! I just picked up a '94 Freedom wide body with duals and cannot believe the firm handling on the highway. Like yourself, one has to drive one to "dually" appreciate it!

[@ogbobbye]

Very nice thank you for the tour I'm sure you will enjoy many outings in it, looking forward to your next trip in it.

[@r.m.5730]

Steve, you are a man to be admired. Your talents are many, and obvious. Former blue collar worker, HA, HA. I really enjoy watching your videos. Richard

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

I did a search on your handle. I did not find comments of Sept 18. Sorry. Thanks for your comments and support all this time. Take care.

[@r.m.5730]

Thanks Steve, regarding the search for my previous comments Your talents are many, and obvious. You demonstrate a wide range of abilities. I really enjoy watching your video's. Keep up the good work. Richard

[@ProvidingResources]

Steve, Love your channel. Excellent detailed tour. I love how you keep your van extremely clean. Well done! It's great to see you can travel and be comfortable in a van. A condo on wheels.

[@OspreyFlyer]

Love the dual rear wheels. Definitely want that on my next RV.

[@jayjayjay4788]

Waw!! What a gem! Now I want one, too! LOL. Congrats for owning such a beauty. Salaam to you and to all.

[@tanhthenbouapha3785]

I'm always dreaming of having one setup like your, it's beautiful wow!!

[@yannkitson116]

Its come a long way, very nice and the camera work/editing is like a pro job. Excellent!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Yann Kitson I been working on the video/audio thing. I hope I'm not giving people vertigo like before.

[@RangerDave1959]

Great video Steve! Excellent tour, slick production. Nice use of music. You're a good spokesperson. The patter is smooth, no ummms, uhhs or stuttering. Very easy to listen to. Two thumbs up.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+RangerDave1959 Thanks Dave.

[@76EcoWorx]

Great video of the Explorer 230, gret all around touring Van. I want one!!! A friend has one and he's ignored on solar, took an older van and revamped it. Spent some time In The PNW this summer, what a great place to see. I'll be back.

[@endub42]

Brings back a lot of memories. I ran the metal shop there, and am personally responsible for about 90% of the aftermarket metal on it. Nice to see they're holding up.

[@bcgrittner]

Well, it's 2020, but I enjoyed the tour. We had a tent trailer for thirty years. Older brother had a Class A for a while before he died. He had a smoke detector, a carbon monoxide detector, and a flammable gas detector. The industrial plants in El Paso, Texas caused all three to sound off. A new style lithium ion house battery is now available. It's called Battle Born. They are clearly superior, but quite expensive.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

BB is a good and expensive battery for sure. If I were full time, maybe.

[@DonWilsondigginTimeUSA]

Very nice work as always Steve. Nice Class B for sure!

[@longhunter1951]

Great tour Steve, perfection, really enjoyed, thanks so much for sharing.

[@dososos]

Great tour Steve, good to see you again.

[@Debrajoy]

I absolutely love the white cabinetry, it's so beautiful!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Debrajoy It is personal preference issue for sure. Some have not.

[@H.pylori]

Looked like the tour was done at Mountain Crest Park. Well done. Thanks.

[@MrZola1234]

After watching a few of your videos, gotta say... you take very good care of your vehicle.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+MrZola1234 It's nice to finally have it at the point where it is right now.

[@djamhamou2290]

hi. Stive. I've seen rig tours I like them .specially nomadic fanatics but when I sow yours wow that was simply the best I really enjoyed the quality of the picture. the details and everything. thanks for sharing. dj

[@41bangbang]

Hi Steve . I really like your Video Road trip & Wal-mart Camping . As soon as I get this Cancer under control I will be getting out on the road I watch you and the nomadic Fanatic GGC Love you Guys Don't stop Bud

[@hansg562]

Great vid! I remember when you first purchased it. You saved it, and it has your touch on it throughout. Countless hours of work....I'm sure. I can relate to every positive comment you made about this Class b. Best of luck!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Steve Palmer Thanks for your support and for commenting. Take care.

[@goldencoffee1]

Steve Palmer

[@johnhernandez1483]

Steve. ... I LOVE LOVE LOVE ALL your videos! !! keep' em coming I'm looking to hit the Road some day soon your a big inspiration. safe travels !!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

Thanks John. Good luck on your future plans.

[@Colorado4x4Van]

Very cool vid!...Like how your interior colors are pretty nice unlike the greens of other Xplorers out there! Sweet Ride!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Colorado4x4Van I like the blue too.

[@MultiRabe]

Thats almost a PERFECT Rv! I like the "vibrating" seat bec im diabetic, and my doctor is always telling me about possible circulatory issues that can lead to amputations! You also keep her in great shape! As far as solar, you only need about 200w to sufficiently charge or top-off your batts. Have fun with your rig sir...shes a real beauty, Cheers!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+roberto abrams Well maybe I will just disconnect the the control from the seat. It just unplugs. My solar is 165watts and does a good job. It may be too much solar for one 12v battery. There is room in there for another battery and I may get one.

[@tbirdracefan]

All your work has paid off well on this. If you ever decide to sell, it will be snatched up at top dollar. Downside is it also makes all the Xplorers more expensive to purchase. I want one!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

Roadtrek, Pleasure way and Liesure Travel are good alternatives.

[@vanrider7813]

I gota git me one of these! lol... very nice and a great tour, thanks for making it.

[@RealFarknMcCoy]

I am very envious of your awesome Xplorer! I think a similar setup would suit me very well. Glad you are enjoying it so much. :-)

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+RealFarknMcCoy Look at Pleasure-way and Road Trek for more availability.

[@RealFarknMcCoy]

Xplorer Steve Sadly, none of them are available here in Australia. :-( B class vans are really rare, and terribly expensive here.

[@philliplozano7326]

Well I am so very impressed with your Dodge Xplorer, I had no idea Dodge had a van/RV of that kind!!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Phillip Lozano They were made by the Xplorer Company who did conversions of the Dodge Van platform.

[@philliplozano7326]

Oh so cool, wish I had the luck of finding one...

[@UR1550WHP]

Well done Steve, great video.

[@gjonesii]

Very nice! Super clean! Spaceship!

[@nomorebsforme]

Awesome van! I love your video it is very thorough!

[@DayDrifterTV]

Steve - Great tour of a van you should be proud of... ya done good!

[@smallfootprint2961]

The layout is good. There's a lot of blue but, other than that, I could live in this rig.

[@ZSharkPH]

Great tour Steve. I noticed quite a few differences from mine. I'm hoping to do a tour vid soon before making a lot of changes to it. And you give me hope the shower will be enjoyable. I haven't tried to shower in it yet. But I can say the stove and fridge work great :)

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Z Shark It was surreal showering in a parking lot. Haha. RV virgins.

[@sulaimaanahmad]

beautiful camper brother, i really like the king size bed and full bathroom/shower! 🚐

[@albion2742]

VERY INFORMATIVE TOUR, IT LOOKS LIKE YOU FIXED ALL THE DELAMINATION ON THE CABINETS. Oh poop I wrote caps, dont mean to shout.

[@apogeus2]

nice and clean vehicle, great attitude! what a pleasure to watch! +1

[@ocho441]

Good tour and very nice van.

[@danjoy5445]

Very cool, i really liked this one, great job. Thanks Dan

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Dan Joy Thanks for taking the time to comment and for your support.

[@danjoy5445]

I am new to you stuff, its really cool. Thank you

[@michaelwhelan4022]

great video nice rv....loved the music....nice job

[@janandbruceadamsvanadventu3226]

Love your van and you gave a wonderful tour. Thanks.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Janice Adams Thanks Janice.

[@Nomadahtous]

Great set up in that van

[@arayapokey]

Awesome video, I'm gonna check one out this week.

[@skpjoecoursegold366]

great tour----great vehicle.

[@MrChangeordie]

excellent video!!!! Now I want one of those vans lol...excellent setup, just live comfortable in there 😊👍

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Kaleb S. Xplorer's are out there if you look. It is a great setup. Looking forward to your next vid. Take care K.

[@CampervanKevin]

Nice campervan Steve. Honestly, I think this is a much better layout than my 87 Ford Fiesta Class B Campervan. The shower is very difficult to use inside of mine because of my size, also it would be nice to leave bed down all the time as well. I do like mine however and plan to keep, but it is interesting to see how things have improved thru the years.I was hoping you were going to talk about fuel mileage.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Campervan That is what I like about the X is that everything is usable. You are a pretty good builder and could make your own changes if you needed. MPG was 12.9 something on my last big trip. Call it 13.

[@CampervanKevin]

I am getting about 9.5 around the house when not towing. Best ever 10.73. I don't have any long interstate mileage yet to check.

[@tylerjones4812]

Hey Kevin, sorry to hijack your comment but since you mentioned beds... did you find the slide out bed in the fiesta to be not worth it after a while? If you could do it over would you rather have a fixed bed in the back? The ability to have a couch and a “living area” separate from my bed seems like a huge benefit in your van but maybe experience says otherwise. I would love to see a pros & cons video of both traditional setups. Steve, thanks for the expert tour showing every corner in an efficient manner.

[@MissMarinaCapri]

Thank you for sharing, you often make nice videos.

[@ahughes8342]

Awesome stuff. Thanks for the great videos.

[@mojim1848]

Great video Steve...I like the 3rd seat,....mine is the full couch model

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+mojim You could get the third seat from Happily Houseless or JC. Haha.

[@RenegadeTravel]

Awesome rig you have there!

[@triciamacdonald9397]

Very nice. I would totally want to live in it full time.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

I could. I think.

[@lksw42439]

What's hard about it? You have everything you need, you only have to pay for gas and propane as long as you're boondocking... and unless you're using it/traveling a lot it's less than paying rent

[@lksw42439]

D Chan will do, thanks!

[@sailingsolar]

When this first started I was thinking "Oh great! Another tour of an RV!" How many tours do we need from RV'ers? This video was a pleasure to watch! God damn it, you do some great work to take what others have done and put out your own version which (imo) stands out from others. Making it very enjoyable to watch to boot! Kudos to you. The best part was all the different camera angle shots and the best was the "Ariel view" of the cockpit . Dang dude! Next time you make a trip shoot lots of video ( if your so inclined) of the most mundane stuff. You would have weeks of 10+ minute videos that I would expect you could make some great episodes from. Only of course if it pleases you. That is mission one, that you enjoy what you do. Your Sir, stand out from the other channels presenting the same stuff , but in a much more creative and enjoyable way. Don't be embarrassed to hear this "your video's for whatever reason float to the top compared to the one's I subscribe to". You are a very detailed driven man and that is evident from what I've seen in every video. Thank you for sharing. jim

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+sailingsolar Thanks for the positive feedback and for watching.

[@jerrycourt9272]

Great job on this review and you have an awesome van. I think it would be the perfect size for two people to travel in.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Jerry Court I think so too.

[@JohnCRV]

Very nice Steve👍

[@pquentin2121]

Love your videos. You are a cool dude.

[@miguelmelendez3354]

You're hysterical with the music drama🤣🤣😍😍😍

[@cynthiajean3774]

van looks brand new!!!

[@kathyfann]

Beautiful rig I Wonder what I can pick one up for in 2018 maybe in the Spring. Looks like it has all one really needs.

[@bambihargrove6499]

Beautiful I would never let it go ♥️👍♥️

[@shegatus4216]

very nice and neat van!

[@2025devastated]

Enjoyed tour.

[@canogaJE]

Good tour. Thanks

[@ExpediteTravels]

Awesome tour Steve I love the Xplorers and the Roadtreks class B's nice looking vans . Have you thought about doing upgrades to your van like Justin Credible ?

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Expedite Travels I like the stock appearance. There are enough lights in there. The fireplace is cool but....naaaaa.

[@ExpediteTravels]

Lol 😎

[@ka1133]

+Expedite Travels Not all of the modifications that Justine Credible has made I would consider upgrades. He has done some nice stuff ... but since he doesn't travel he has made it mostly for show ... I do like the fireplace he installed. Xplorer Steve's van is more stock and I like that better. With an additional battery he will be set to travel anywhere in North America.

[@ExpediteTravels]

ka1133 I like the fireplace and his rubber floor he did a nice couch set up along with a lot of the other things he has done such as rain water collection system. You are correct about Steve's van all he would need would be another battery and he'd be good to travel across North America the only thing I would do to Steve's van is add rubber flooring and maybe a Wabasto gasoline heater instead of the factory propane furnace

[@thecalicocruisers4273]

Very impressive class b. I was noticing though you have a gas stove but didn't see any venting for it.

[@muhammedismailsiddique8904]

I really loved it! Size is almost the class C! Bathroom and all! I really loved it! Someone should make a new one! And it is almost stealthy

[@loveu2222]

wow, cleanest van I ever seen, could you tell us about the size of water tank, black and gray tank,also a propane tank size, how noise is a heater? thnx

[@jancoenenberg995]

Zoltan Szabatin I like it. You

[@terrimarmolejo8210]

Jan Coenenberg l

[@williamrandall5785]

Keep an eye on the rear wheel studs, on our '99 230wb Xplorer it picked up a vibration when your down to the last 2 unbroken ones.. Had to sell it could not feel comfortable when the duals come that close to flying off into the ditch.

[@linexustjk6061]

From out side the van didn't look that big. But inside tour gave a totally different picture. It is perfect.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Linexust Jk It is deceptive.

[@OldManFrank]

I am all about people who like to modify/fix vehicles. I subscribed. It looks really low-key which is what you were looking for I assume. Maybe one day I'll upload videos of my vehicles. If I was single I might get into the whole RV movement. Oh well.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Frank Jr. I like the RV. It feels like home wherever I am.

[@fulltimeliveaboard6206]

Such an awesome RV van. Xplorers are so well thought out and engineered. Hard to believe this van is almost 20 years old. I have a totally stock '98 B3500, my mechanic says it will easily go 200,000 or more miles. But, the horn died and I can't find it to replace it :) Anybody know the horn's whereabouts under the hood?

[@mikesmith5375]

+FullTime LiveAboard They are easy to fix at any electrical shop same day:)

[@ddeltres]

Best class b van I've seen in the 2 years I've been following. It's a bit bigger then the roadtrek. Roadtrek engine is 318 I believe.

[@stephenstringer3689]

Steve, you've really done a great job of freshening it up...looks like a new van! Just wondering what your thoughts are on the 3rd seat vs the couch setup? I would think the couch would be the most functional if you had a choice. I like the 3rd seat but can you tell me how the leg room is? I noticed when JC used the table it seemed cramped. Would it be too cramped for two if you turned the driver's seat around to dine?

[@johnford5568]

did you consider pulling a camper as an option ....I lean to class b but a teardrop is appealing... gorgeous van

[@robchenoweth02]

Enjoying your videos...thnx.....rob/New Orleans

[@theskyischill]

Dream van right here! I’m happy with my trailer but I kinda fantasize about a smaller RV.

[@wyatt1153]

Nice rig buddy. Excellent condition. Way too much white inside for me. I would need natural wood if I get one. With all that white you need sunglasses. Different strokes for different folks. Very nice. Enjoy it.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+wyatt1153 thanks for your comments and for your support.

[@scottthejeepguy7499]

Really nice van. 👍🏻

[@choimarielegaspi5408]

i SUPER LOVE your RV

[@hypnosiscenternyc]

I LOVE THIS VIDEO .. Tossed between buying a used xplorer and something newer ... What was the mileage when you picked yours up .... I see the 99's are fetching between 35-45,000 U.S. still, with mileages varying around 85K. Did you have much work done on it .... engine .. thanks ... again .. great video.

[@ronnjerremy5796]

Love love love the glasses

[@Aethelwulf_Freawine]

Great presentation! The rig speaks for itself. Very hard to find and expensive! It's all about parking. I had to settle for something larger with much less driveability. '03 Jamboree 26Q., all covered up waiting for Spring. michigan

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

There are trade offs for sure. My last trip was with my daughter for a couple weeks. Had to stay in parks for the girl child's shower needs. A larger rig would have been heaven. I usually fly solo and the X is great for parking in normal city spaces so, yeah.

[@voodoomath]

Nice tour of an awesome class B. Have you thought about installing some kind of after market furnace that is more efficient? I would think there are alternatives. The fireplace idea that Justin uses is great, but it's expensive and takes away the pantry space.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Ron oh No on wanting to install something else. If I lived in a colder climate or planned on going to cold places I would consider a catalytic heater out of them all.

[@Bayward]

+Ron oh was looking for this comment. Every video tour someone will mention justin's stove. It's cool.

[@Kujo999]

This floor plan is pretty much EXACTLY what i want.

[@hot2warm]

Very nice! Thanks for sharing!

[@2muscleman2]

Steve, I think the 230 is the length in inches (19 ft.) but because it's an XLW another 2 ft. is added.

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+frothy shake I'm sure you're right. Good analytics. You probably have my son's mind- mathematical.

[@mikesmith5375]

Nice tour, there are about six people now driving one of these that made videos, although, happly houseless will be out of his soon:( They are a solid van RV!

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Mike Smith I got mine after seeing Justin Credible's rig. I really like it.

[@mikesmith5375]

+Xplorer Steve I have one now a Xplorer 230 XLW- Will make a video:)

[@ImVGodsgift]

Very well videoed. Thanks for sharing

[@RollingEarthShip]

Great van Steve. If you remember, my offer still stands: my awesome van for your little one; great deal for both of us. 😂😄👍🏻🚐

[@XplorerSteveDIY]

+Rolling Earth-Ship I'm still thinking about that. I am coming close to a decision.

[@RollingEarthShip]

+Xplorer Steve; cool, have your people get in touch with my people. 😂👍🏻👍🏻