Best 4 Season Class B Camper Van | 5 Tips for Finding Your Perfect Winter RV!

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Neil Balthaser

Neil Balthaser

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@3264-m3b
@3264-m3b 5 жыл бұрын
This is a stellar video. I'm a writer, and my dream is to get a van one day and write across the US in a Class B. It's so easy to forget that you should always be prepared for frigid climates, and getting straight to the point tips on what to look for from someone who's been there and done that is always appreciated. Thanks for all you do, I love binge watching your videos!
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
you're more than welcome! thank you for binge watching my channel! I believe you're the first person to tell me that! yea!
@thoughtsinpassing2968
@thoughtsinpassing2968 5 жыл бұрын
Neil, you forgot # 6, choose a vehicle that will get you to the part of the country that is warm ! As always, your information is VERY useful, thank you for sharing.
@alliejr
@alliejr 5 жыл бұрын
Thoughts In Passing IKR!!! It’s a van. Drive away from the cold. One might as well just live in a house if one is not going take advantage of the mobile part of mobile home.
@BillFerris
@BillFerris 5 жыл бұрын
Neil - thanks for another well-researched, informative video. You're reviews & topical vids are the most balanced and objective on KZbin, IMO. I have to admit that, despite being a long-time subscriber, it wasn't until this vid that I made the connection between you and Montreal. I have a son who's a freshman at one of your local universities. I've only been to your city a couple of times but have found it to be a wonderful place.
@timothymf7638
@timothymf7638 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Neil , we love your videos , please keep up your reviews. We have watched your channel grow exponentially. After watching your videos and others regarding Class B's manufacturers. We believe that "Pleasureway" is by far the "BEST" manufacturer of camper vans in the North America. We understand that PW is slow to make changes to their product line until they fully insure that quality remains the highest priority in the industry. A few changes we would love to see is the elimination of propane and generator. Also possibly a larger wet bath for us bigger people LOL and the make a model that is four season capable. thank you for all your insights. ps , your three part video on PW industries tour really gave us tremendous insite in Dean's commitment to being the best . He should be very proud of there accomplishments. Anyway take care and all the best. BT
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
BT thank you for your comment and for sharing what you're looking for in your ideal rig. i'm sure there are others who feel exactly like you!
@alliejr
@alliejr 5 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@bSidesTheRoadTaken
@bSidesTheRoadTaken 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Neil. I think some consumers are unrealistic about their RV expectations. My family had a cabin (a modest A frame type house) in Big Bear when I was growing up and the water lines would freeze up let alone a B van. I really like this video.
@deboraharonson8975
@deboraharonson8975 5 жыл бұрын
You amaze me, truly! I finally found someone I can trust. You understand so much I don’t and will never understand! IF you ever do blunt consultation work for those of us who have found ourselves with the wrong van..... let me know the fee, I would like to book a consult.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
well deborah i really appreciate you're sharing this with me. Thank you. i try hard to be a trustworthy resource.
@achilleskaysen9179
@achilleskaysen9179 3 жыл бұрын
I know it is kinda randomly asking but does anyone know of a good place to stream newly released series online?
@nickolascassius179
@nickolascassius179 3 жыл бұрын
@Achilles Kaysen Lately I have been using FlixZone. Just google for it :)
@scottandy5848
@scottandy5848 3 жыл бұрын
@Nickolas Cassius Definitely, I have been using flixzone for months myself :D
@estebantate6436
@estebantate6436 3 жыл бұрын
@Nickolas Cassius Yea, I've been watching on Flixzone for years myself :)
@carloswx2127
@carloswx2127 5 жыл бұрын
Neil, thank you for an awesome video. I think you cover all the basics really well. I have a couple of questions and comments: 1) The Revel does look fantastic and reasonably priced. However, as noted by many (e.g., Wings and Wheels Alaska) the insulation is not as good as it could be (at least the inside of the back doors/gates). 2) Why isn't it possible for manufacturers to use systems that could withstand freezing without catastrophic failure? I understand that a frozen water line would not be FUNCTIONAL but if the materials could be elastic (water expands by ~10% upon freezing) then the concern with winterizing would be a lot less. 3) On the Revel, is it advisable to leave the heater on even if you are not in the van? (for example if you went skiing all day, or are visiting friends and have a warm house to live in for a few days and the Revel is parked). Thank you again, I find your videos very enlightening.
@librarian92
@librarian92 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another very informative video! The knowledge and research you share are so helpful! I know they'll help me make an informed decision when I'm ready to buy my first RV!
@flybyairplane3528
@flybyairplane3528 5 жыл бұрын
Neil,hello , have been around, an I love your vlogs, with your down to earth explanations , along with dislikes , thanks so much, CHERIO, from NJ, USA
@spellmadam2947
@spellmadam2947 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you. These issues are important to us. Great job
@paulao7022
@paulao7022 3 жыл бұрын
I'm seriously thinking about getting one of these type B vans. I figure I would spend the winter in the south and come up north, in the spring. I love spring, summer and fall. So, I'll spend it in the north... come mid November, head on south for the winter. That way, I don't infringe on my friends and/or children.
@StellarFella
@StellarFella 5 жыл бұрын
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@michaelfeitt9643
@michaelfeitt9643 5 жыл бұрын
Neil, As always a great video with excellent perspective. Keep up the great work.
@larrynmarks
@larrynmarks 5 жыл бұрын
Neil I have always liked your reviews.When I first bought my first motorhome which I’m in right now all I wanted was diesel and low miles. So I bought a Fleetwood pace arrow diesel with 80,000 miles on 1993 model. That all worked out for me perfectly. The woman said that I bought it when I first bought my first motorhome which I’m in right now all I wanted was diesel and low miles. So I bought a Fleetwood pace arrow diesel with 80,000 miles on 1993 model. That all worked out for me perfectly. The woman I bought it from her husband had just died and she didn’t know how to drive it or anything it was in her driveway. So I backed it out and drove it over here and she told me that the last time her and her husband used it everything worked. Well I don’t know how to do anything and now I do but I didn’t then. And I was afraid to turn on the gas because a friend of mine burned up in his motorhome somehow. So anyway I’ve had it now for about a year and all the sudden I’m coming into some money that I’ve been focused on getting her a long time and it’s not enough money to completely buy a brand new B+ class motorhome which will be shorter than my 36 foot. Anyway I want to upgrade some things like do a electric stove top, convection microwave oven, and get rid of my perfectly functioning three way refrigerator and put in a compressor refrigerator and perhaps even get it from the Amish That make a compressor conversion kit for an existing refrigerator. And I already bought a instant hot water heater. But everything works anyway I enjoy your stuff man thank you very much for being so honest and straightforward
@peteclarke
@peteclarke 5 жыл бұрын
this is exactly the video I was looking for! Thank.you for explaining and answering all my questions about what it takes to enjoy a van in the winter. Looking at either the Revel or a custom build to the same specs by Yama Nomad in Calgary Alberta. Leaning towards Yama right now after seeing the 200k sticker for the Revel... Again thank you for this!
@rvboondocker2559
@rvboondocker2559 5 жыл бұрын
Hmmm... heat rises. I wonder why nu decided to put the heat elements above the water lines. All my lines are internal so I open cabinets and panels while using the van, and keep the heat on, even parked at home, during shoulder season weather. Gives a number of additional weeks of water use. I think the most important point you made was right at the beginning when you pointed out that the only problem with using them in extreme climates is that you don’t have fresh running water. Ultimately, that’s not a very big deal because you can still cook and sleep and drive in it.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
yep agree completely. you can actually still use the sinks you just have to use jugs of water and flush with plenth of anti-freeze. i did this in the dead of winter in quebec and it worked fine.
@marcjournault8821
@marcjournault8821 4 жыл бұрын
@@Ultramobility Really? I never used my PW Plateau in winter (winterized from November to May). Is there 4 seasons dumpring stations in Quebec? All dumping stations I know are frozen, with a layer of ice on it or under 6 feet of snow?
@marcjournault8821
@marcjournault8821 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Neil for your reference to Sanidumps.com where I found a few dumping stations open all the year around Montreal. However, the temperature in Montreal area is usually milder there in winter. I'll continue to search.
@marjoriehall9984
@marjoriehall9984 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Neil, great job as usual--one point about the Espar in the Revel--I believe it only runs off the top third of the diesel tank--it will shut off after that because apparently they don't want you to get stranded somewhere. They may have changed that for the 2020, I'm just not sure. But otherwise, agree totally about the Revel's winter-worthiness. Note--I don't own a Revel but I've been monitoring the FB Revel group for over a year now. Must folks say they are toasty warm in the winter with the Espar.
@NewAgeDIY
@NewAgeDIY 5 жыл бұрын
Information on features and benefits for winter camping this video take high marks. I have learned a lot and now have a few questions. Has anyone done a thermal imaging on insulated winterized camper Vans? I had my house done a few years ago and it found problems that normal inspection missed. Also the material you highlighted in the photo of the exposed insulation has a very low R value. I purchased some and did some testing. Due to the fact that I’m not sure what manufacturer they used in that van i really can’t comment on it’s R value but the material I used was very low. That said it better then not having anything. A industrial standard needs to be put in place so the public can get some real answers on how will there van is protected. We have that now with fridges, not sure what the cover but we need something that will protect buys from camper vans manufacturers that have misleading marketing material. The other problem that I see is the installation of lithium battery subsystems. Compared to Europe Canada is lacking in regulations covering safety features. It now appears van manufacturers can install almost anything they want without having to follow any government guidelines. Can you check that out for me? Lithium batteries as you are aware can’t be charged when cold. The charging system needs to be careful designed for safety, is that being done? What certification is required? I could go on, but I leave that for now. Thanks for doing this review I think more videos like this one is needed to educate future buyers.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Dale. Thanks for sharing all this great information. It’s true lithium batteries should not be charged when their internal temperature is below freezing. The best manufacturers have insulated and heated lithium battery compartments and a battery management system that monitors the temperature and only charges the lithium batteries when it’s above freezing.
@NewAgeDIY
@NewAgeDIY 5 жыл бұрын
Ultramobility / thanks for the feedback, when you have time can you address the other questions I posted? I really would like to see information on regulations that manufacturers need to follow. Of course they will be different in Canada from the US market. My interest is in purchasing a unit. Thanks again for your insight.
@tedotero1213
@tedotero1213 5 жыл бұрын
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@tedotero1213
@tedotero1213 5 жыл бұрын
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@alliejr
@alliejr 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent!!! Well done and thanks for keeping it real. I know this question is popular, but why? It’s a van. Drive to a warmer climate. I can understand an unexpected quick freeze overnight, but who is really planning to live in a van in a sub-freezing climate?
@MsTeck883
@MsTeck883 5 жыл бұрын
Wow! Fantastic video. Loved your presentation.
@peterdods425
@peterdods425 5 жыл бұрын
I own a revel. Here's the catch. When you turn on the heater, it draws down the battery a lot faster than you would like. I don't feel that comfortable running it the entire night. I think it would drop down the AGMs to about 50% by morning. yeah if you are plugged in to shore, no problem. The diesel doesn't run down very fast at all. But if your boondocking, I'd be nervous to run that heating system at full throttle for more than four or five hours.I don't understand why running a diesel heater is so battery intensive. Kind of defeats the purpose.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
Peter - thank you so much for sharing your experience as an actual Revel owner! this comment is super helpful to potential buyers. I imagine that the battery drain is the run the blower and perhaps the igniter in the d5? not sure but it's a great point that you make.
@peterdods425
@peterdods425 5 жыл бұрын
I've been told it has something to do with the circulation pumps. I really don't know. I'm tempted just to let it run all night one of these days just to see where the battery is when I wake up. I would imagine, like a refrigerator, that once the cab hits a certain level, it doesn't drives much energy. Maybe? I don't know. First two hours seems to take up a lot of juice.
@paula.jackson5463
@paula.jackson5463 5 жыл бұрын
Not a Winnie fan but they have a winner with the Revel, it does check off all the boxes and the 4X4 is just the icing on the cake!
@ollourdeshuf
@ollourdeshuf 5 жыл бұрын
Neil, could you please compare the Revel to the 2020 Boldt? Thanks, great video!!!!
@dmorean
@dmorean 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Neil...well done. I think the Boldt may have similar or even better 4 season capability...
@photochefs88k.15
@photochefs88k.15 5 жыл бұрын
@@dmorean I would preferred the Bolt to an extra 20 gallon fuel tank instead of Propane tank as a single fuel source, because not all gas station has Propane!
@bandmarc141
@bandmarc141 5 жыл бұрын
Great video! Amazing info. Like you I am in an area that can get pretty cold. Oklahoma winters can be brutal. Thanks for these tips!
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
You are more than welcome thank you very much for watching!
@annag2456
@annag2456 5 жыл бұрын
Perfect video for me. Along with the other video on the Revel, you’ve answered all my questions and addressed my main issues with the more luxurious RVs surviving winter living in an RV.
@PhilRushworth
@PhilRushworth 5 жыл бұрын
I'm in the market for a trailer, but your videos are so excellent I watch them all the time. Thanks for your meticulous effort and high quality reviews. Give me a shout of you're ever in Ottawa, we'll share some tea! :)
@marlenelove4318
@marlenelove4318 5 жыл бұрын
Would love to know your opinion of the Pleasure-Way Tofino for 4 season? Thanks!
@campingalan
@campingalan 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome info, Neil !! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@nnelgish
@nnelgish 5 жыл бұрын
4 season camping is a great option to have in a class B van. Cold temperatures often include snow and icey roads though. Obviously 4wd or awd would be a great addition. I have driven a 144” 2wd Sprinter that would get stuck on wet grass. It would be nice to see a a side by side comparison of the different B vans capabilities on less than ideal road surfaces.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
What tips to you have to do deep winter camping in your RV?
@alliejr
@alliejr 5 жыл бұрын
Drive to Southern California. It’s a van. That’s the advantage over other types of habitats.
@opa1951
@opa1951 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Neil, Good content for consideration by all. I personally love travelling and sightseeing in the colder times of the year. Yellowstone, Alaska, lots of winter fun. Cold for me means less crowded conditions as well as avoiding problems related to a heat stroke 50 years ago from an unplanned 1 year vacation in Vietnam. The older I get, the hotter the weather gets, the sicker I get. But there is "too cold". My memories of too cold; cracked engine block because by inability to run my diesel engine because my fuel tank heater quit. I don't think a Revel would have saved me. I was in Fairbanks, AK on business and it was cold. Freight trucks run 24/7 or get parked in garages when not driving. Back in the early 80's my family and I got snowed in at Yosemite Valley. Not really cold but lots of snow. 1 snow shovel, 4 hub caps and hours of digging. Chains and 4 wheel drive are only so good. Basically, I like Dean Rumpel's explanation. There's no such thing as a winter proof class B. Most people are heading to the warmer places. From my experience I've even learned even hotels and motels have their limits. The discussion is amusing though. Keep up the good work.
@avocado3748
@avocado3748 5 жыл бұрын
Great into Neil! I’m working on my own build and was finding little to no info about winterizing my van. You touched every point I could but the glycol. I’m going to look more into it..👍👍
@shenjw12000
@shenjw12000 3 жыл бұрын
I love your camper van reviews. May I suggest doing a best 4 season class B+ RV review? Would that be the new Winnebago Ekko? Thanks.
@broomhandle8132
@broomhandle8132 9 ай бұрын
Winnebago EKKO has a portable thermal cab partition adding extra heat insulation to the cab (the windows of the cab leak the heat easily). I've been frozen in a class C RV in a 20F night (even with heater on, but the battery ran down fast, and the NP Campground doesn't allow generator and dry camping only). How effective is the cab partition keeping the living space warm?
@Lostcause1974
@Lostcause1974 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! I am looking at Class B RVs and really need a RV that I can live in during winter in central NY state.
@lindaturner628
@lindaturner628 5 жыл бұрын
Another great, informative video, thank you so much.....lots to think about.
@darrellflory5188
@darrellflory5188 5 жыл бұрын
Great video Neil, a lot of research done by you.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
thank you Darrell. i try to do the research so you don't have to!
@user-cj7dv2kc6d
@user-cj7dv2kc6d 5 жыл бұрын
good video... what about #2 and #3 on your list of 4 season b's? coachmen crossfit/beyond or any others?
@ManuelHernandez-bg8bl
@ManuelHernandez-bg8bl 5 жыл бұрын
Loved the Video! Thanks for breaking down all the different things that make an RV trully 4 season. I have a 2017 MAD that has a lot of the same winter concerns as your 2017 PW. But I did not even think about 4 season RV at the time. My next RV will definitely be 4season. Winnebago Rebel is tops at this time. Is there a shop that will do a good job of after market 4 season equiping? Buying a new RV every few years is way too expensive. Sliding backwards on ice must have been terrifying! Ive been sking an watched a Porsche Carrera slide into a Mercedes SL. We also had a situation where 5cguys got out of the vehicles and spun 10 cars including my van around by hand when a bunch of cars got stuck on an icee road. But sliding backwards in a RV?!?! Glad you survived!
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing your ownership experience manuel. I'm not familiar with shops that do after market 4 season upgrading but i'm sure they exist. the limit of what can be done will be dictated by each rig.
@MrDaveB123
@MrDaveB123 4 жыл бұрын
Would love a Revel but $190 000 Canadian is a bit of a stretch for me unfortunately Been contemplating my own build
@solodad
@solodad 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent review, thanks for those infos and see you next time.
@Lotuslaful
@Lotuslaful 5 жыл бұрын
You are amazing Neil! Excellent! Thank you
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
thank you for watching T S!
@paulao7022
@paulao7022 3 жыл бұрын
I think a battery warmer, would be a great investment, in wintertime.
@Khalifrio
@Khalifrio 5 жыл бұрын
Very interesting video. You hit most of my list for 4 season RV's. Insulated/heated water tanks/lines, 4 wheel drive, well insulated van body, gasoline engine instead of diesel. The one thing a lot of RV manufacturers miss is the doors when in comes to insulation. Your first example showing the insulated van body has exposed metal on the doors. I do have a concern with the heating for the Revel's water tanks. In my opinion those heating water lines should be on the bottom of the tank since heat rises. The Revel's system heats the top allowing, in extreme cold, for the bottom freezing. I have to wonder why no one has a system using the Truma aqua go to heat your fresh water to around 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Kind of like a household water heater does. Something you can turn on in cold weather and have off during warm weather. Seems like it wouldn't be real hard to do. Just need a return line to the water tank and a temperature sensor in the tank. As for my wanting a gasoline engine in the coach. I was a truck driver for many years in Ohio winters and have seen even treated fuel gel up in extreme cold weather, by extreme I mean below zero for days on end. We hauled milk from the farm to the dairies so we had to go out every day since milk cows don't ever take a day off. It go so bad one winter we had to pull our trucks into a heated building and drain the diesel tanks and run on kerosene, for a week, to avoid the gelling issue. This was back in the late 80's when you didn't have all the fuel regulations you have now and we could do this legally.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
wow fascinating story! thank you so much for sharing! enjoyed reading your comment.
@BulldogBill
@BulldogBill 5 жыл бұрын
The Coachmen Galleria 24A floorplan has the 30 Gallon freshwater tank inside the coach and also uses the Truma heating system to heat all areas of the coach including the rear underbed luggage area and because the Freshwater tank is inside the coach all Freshwater lines are also inside the coach. Dump station stuff is not heated though allthough the macerator hose is housed in a another tube so provides a sort of double insulation.
@joycem2795
@joycem2795 5 жыл бұрын
Great video! Very thorough and enjoyed your personal insights.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
Joyce, thank you so much for letting me know!
@PURPLE_SHADE_SMOOTHIE
@PURPLE_SHADE_SMOOTHIE 4 жыл бұрын
Would love you to do a head to head review matchup of Revel Vs. Boldt. My requirements in a class B are: sleeps up to 4 adults, 4x4, extended boon-docking capability.
@alanpflor1839
@alanpflor1839 4 жыл бұрын
I was wondering if there is anything i can do to enhance the ability to lower the freezing temperature of water lines to say about 25 degrees of a 2020 Winnebago era 70b camper van on underside.i notice a number of threaded studs hanging down and wondered if a skid pan of some sort with insulation and a few heating pads on bottom of holding tanks would work with some sort of water line protection.it does have a macerator pump for waste with leaves black water line empty until dumping.
@boodits
@boodits 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Neil, would a place that gets rarely colder than -5° C (23° F) be ok for winter camping in a class b like your ascent?
@carolbrucecollett
@carolbrucecollett 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your detailed explanation. I learned a lot.
@cowandaniel
@cowandaniel 4 жыл бұрын
I know you have looked at some coachman galleria 24 models...I believe that the 24a model has all interior water lines and an interior tank. Would appreciate your perspective on that as a more polished 4 season rv.
@Lostcause1974
@Lostcause1974 5 жыл бұрын
Other than the Revel, any other recommended RVs? I like a lot about the Revel, just not big on it's shower/closet, lift bed, and minimal/rugged interior.
@mtbgo7860
@mtbgo7860 5 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! The inability to run the air off lithium is pretty sad. 2000 watt inverter is also inadequate. AGM batteries?👎 After market upgrade? Do you think Winnebago will upgrade it if requested?
@muskietime
@muskietime 5 жыл бұрын
So informative...as usual. Really wish the “Winner RV” was more appealing to me. Thank you.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
i know... but i had to base it on the 5 points of criteria that i set out and the revel that so clearly won.
@latada2198
@latada2198 5 жыл бұрын
Yes, very useful information. Thank You for all the research and work you put into these videos. How does the Tiffin Wayfarer measure up to this kind of study? I really enjoy all your videos. TIA
@jaytabac6525
@jaytabac6525 Жыл бұрын
flushing the toilet with antifreeze will work, but there are no dump sites open, so even if you can prevent your waste from freezing, where would you dump?
@timthit671
@timthit671 5 жыл бұрын
Please review Winnebago bold ! I’m really like that one
@Jimkate
@Jimkate 5 жыл бұрын
The boldt is also available as a 4 season class b with a 4x4 option.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
yes and i need to review it.
@MarkRVillano
@MarkRVillano 5 жыл бұрын
I think that the Coachman Beyond 22 d is a much better deal. AWD is the only reason to buy the Revel, but with the $40,000 you save on the Coachman vs the Winnebago, you could easily pay for a real 4WD conversion.
@deboraheager5508
@deboraheager5508 5 жыл бұрын
I saw a video showing the Coachmen Galleria which has the option for a polar package and new phase insulation with heating pads. Coachmen says it is 4 season. Yet you totally passed it over not recognizing the potential. What are your thoughts?
@marcus6lj
@marcus6lj 5 жыл бұрын
Is there a comparable class B plus or C with similar or better winterized options with a 4x4?
@edwardvarga2017
@edwardvarga2017 5 жыл бұрын
Great video explaining everything in detail. An acquaintence of mine just bought the 2020 Revel because he wanted 4 season. Claims he got it for under $125k. Way under MSRP! Probably getting it late September.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing that price with us! looking for a 2020 to review today!
@ralphkeith501
@ralphkeith501 5 жыл бұрын
There are many claims on the FaceBook Revel forum that state they're being sold for $120k - $125k.
@crystaldwfan
@crystaldwfan 5 жыл бұрын
Great video as always. I like the revel, just wish they had a better floorplan. Love the cassette toilet feature. If the revel had the 59g floorplan it would be perfect!
@ralphkeith501
@ralphkeith501 5 жыл бұрын
Those are my two top choices. I prefer the Travato's floor plan, but the Revel's off-road ability. Perfect solution would be the Travato on an all-wheel drive Ford Transit chassis.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing your wish lists folks! i know that Winnebago is reading!
@wkgeneralwkgeneral527
@wkgeneralwkgeneral527 5 жыл бұрын
i love the revel too but my #1 requirement is the ability to run AC without shore power. Don't really understand why that can't be added as a feature to the Revel.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
no generator. no room for a generator i guess under the chassis. they need the ground clearance. i suppose you could buy a portable generator and hook it up to your shore power to run the optional AC.
@crystaldwfan
@crystaldwfan 5 жыл бұрын
@@Ultramobility that's why I like 59gl but I like insulation features on the revel. Hopefully winnebago will listen and will add a floorplan and do the same system gl has. Fingers crossed.
@boondock0clock437
@boondock0clock437 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Neil, what are your thoughts on the Gulf Stream BT Cruiser?
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
no thoughts. would have to research it! thumbs up this comment if others want me to research it!
@Michael-pu3yw
@Michael-pu3yw 5 жыл бұрын
Tell us about the Pleasure-Way Ontour and its release at the Hershey show.
@michaelowen6689
@michaelowen6689 4 жыл бұрын
Would you please do a review on the new Winnebago Solis? Thanks Neil, I really enjoy watching your video reviews.
@davidsweet8837
@davidsweet8837 5 жыл бұрын
How does the Winnebago Bolt stack up to winter camping?
@edlardoz
@edlardoz 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Neil: Great information. Exactly what I want to know. Any chance to review the Winnebago Boldt? They are shipping the 70KL model now and the BL model in October.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
Yes! I am heading out today to try to find one!
@carloswx2127
@carloswx2127 5 жыл бұрын
Neil: One more questions: do water tanks have temperature monitors (so we could check if we are dangerously close to 0 C)? And one more comment: the radiators you showed near the water lines would have been a lot more effective if placed BELOW the water lines not above--hot air moves up!).
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
No they do not unfortunately. But that’s a great idea!
@sebastiencadorette3403
@sebastiencadorette3403 3 жыл бұрын
Salut, j’aimerais ton opinion sur le nouveau aeonrv en lien avec le camping d’hiver, merci
@larrynmarks
@larrynmarks 5 жыл бұрын
Neil, Thank you that was very informative and there are a few items that you applied for instants the actual name of the heater system so that I could look into purchasing that for my motorhome I have a class a diesel pusher 1993 model that is fantastic with only 80,000 miles and it works very very well and I just want to upgrade some things and I’m watching your videos Neil help me to learn the names of certain items I will ultimately be trying to purchase and install
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
Larry you are more than welcome. Thank you so much for watching.
@RERick
@RERick Жыл бұрын
What would be your updated 4 season B class pick for 2023?
@nicholdoug
@nicholdoug 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Thx!
@azerogliev6520
@azerogliev6520 Жыл бұрын
Sliding down on a hill is a traction issue = you need winter tires. AWD vs FWD vs RWD in this case is irrelevant. You might not get up the hill with RWD, yes, but you shouldn't slide down - that's purely a tire function to grip and hold vehicle position. If you slid down and sideways - that tells me your tires aren't proper dedicated winter tires.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility Жыл бұрын
quebec requires all cars to change to winter tires and this van had winter tires. if you’ve ever lived in quebec you know that no matter what if a bad ice storm hits you’re going to slide no matter what.
@lisamills8469
@lisamills8469 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video. I live in MN so I’m really looking forward to your Revel 2020 review. It’ll be interesting to know if there is a chance of them building on the Mercedes gas chassis anytime soon. This is important to me due to limited ability to get the appropriate blend of biodiesel in the Winter. Thanks again, your videos are so valuable as I plan my purchase.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
I don’t think they’re going to be building on the gas chassis sprinter because it may not be powerful enough… I’m not sure if that’s the reason though.
@lisamills8469
@lisamills8469 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Neil!
@tjrothausen
@tjrothausen 5 жыл бұрын
Lisa Mills Hello fellow Minnesotan! We have a hard time winter camping here, right!!? :-)
@lisamills8469
@lisamills8469 5 жыл бұрын
TJ R For sure!!
@Grammapama
@Grammapama 5 жыл бұрын
Yes I did find it useful. Thanks
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
thank you for letting me know!
@badem
@badem 4 жыл бұрын
As revel only sleeps 2 what would you recommend for a family of 4?
@adventureswithgnomie6553
@adventureswithgnomie6553 5 жыл бұрын
Good information & if I go Class B - it's a Revel.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
glad to hear that this video helped you narrow it down!
@goprenow
@goprenow 5 жыл бұрын
Does the revel employ stick framing and stapling? Thx for what you do! My wife and I always look forward to your new reviews. Peter
@cynthiataylor2092
@cynthiataylor2092 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Cindy
@andre1987eph
@andre1987eph 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome informative video.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@edmor127
@edmor127 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Neil....great information.....really good stuff... thank you so much for you in depth coverage. I was wondering if you can cover the other extream which is extream heat and keeping and maintaining the vans cool.....thx
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
that is a great point. i have done a video that kinda touches on that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYXVen5sn9ugiqc
@shekharmoona544
@shekharmoona544 5 жыл бұрын
I knew it. Everyone says the Revel. I hate that it's so short. I wonder how it compares to the Lexani?
@rojo7261
@rojo7261 5 жыл бұрын
Another excellent review and video, Thanks Neil ...
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
thank you ro jo!
@PA28-181
@PA28-181 5 жыл бұрын
Is antifreeze toxic in the sewer system?
@tjrothausen
@tjrothausen 5 жыл бұрын
marioisco just be sure to use RV antifreeze and it’s fine. Available at any big auto parts store :-)
@vasstheman
@vasstheman 5 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you do a review on a Advance RV
@larrynmarks
@larrynmarks 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you again Neil
@lagunn327
@lagunn327 5 жыл бұрын
Great review!
@bobhobart1075
@bobhobart1075 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Neil, if we put a class B on the back of a"roll back" Truck would that be considered a "" Truck Camper"" LOL YEH, me again. Great review!
@richardc488
@richardc488 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the input
@Origen17
@Origen17 5 жыл бұрын
What's your favorite brand (for quality) for a 9-seater "travel van" (like the Airstream Interstate Lounge) - Pleasure Way doesn't make those.
@mitchcollins2947
@mitchcollins2947 5 жыл бұрын
Very well done, thank you.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
mitch, thank you for watching!
@Ded-Ede
@Ded-Ede 5 жыл бұрын
I wish that panoramic RV from panoramic would get here already. Since your last profiling interview with them, things of been super quiet. Nothing on their website, no new updates, no new reviews… Come on Panoramic. That vehicle looks sweet and I’ll be ready to visit colder climate with such premium insulation and that layout.
@jocaroljames
@jocaroljames 5 жыл бұрын
When u flush with anti freeze do you add water??
@277kne
@277kne 5 жыл бұрын
The cassette is a portable black tank.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
yes it is you're right.
@carloswx2127
@carloswx2127 5 жыл бұрын
Why isn't it possible for manufacturers to use systems that could withstand freezing without catastrophic failure? I understand that a frozen water line would not be FUNCTIONAL but if the materials could be elastic (water expands by ~10% upon freezing) then the concern with winterizing would be a lot less.
@AnaCristina-mb8ts
@AnaCristina-mb8ts 5 жыл бұрын
nice and useful as always, tks
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
thank you for watching ana!
@AnaCristina-mb8ts
@AnaCristina-mb8ts 5 жыл бұрын
@@Ultramobility it's like i am making my own television, and it's very cool when 'my stars' talk to me :)
@shakazulu2442
@shakazulu2442 5 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the review of the 2020 Revel!
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
Heading out today to try and find one!
@Sonnyboy346
@Sonnyboy346 5 жыл бұрын
Have you seen the Embassy? Looks pretty interesting.
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
I have not John but several people have been commenting on it so I guess I need to try to locate one.
@roundstone2020
@roundstone2020 5 жыл бұрын
Love your videos!! Will you be reviewing the thor sequence?
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
Next week!
@roundstone2020
@roundstone2020 5 жыл бұрын
@@Ultramobility oh I am so happy. Glad I am subscribed and have notifications turned on... fyi I also sent you a paypal last week.. are you thinking about patreon?
@jennai6
@jennai6 5 жыл бұрын
How about the PW Tofino for winter camping?
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
black and grey tanks are not insulated and heated to the best of my knowledge.
@jennai6
@jennai6 5 жыл бұрын
@@Ultramobility No black tank
@Ultramobility
@Ultramobility 5 жыл бұрын
lol you're right!
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