Upscale FRANKENCAMPER!! 2023 Cougar 30BHS Travel Trailer

[@sbayles5593]

Do I want this big of an RV? No. Do I want a bunkhouse? No. Do I need my daily dose of Josh the RV Nerd? Oh, yeah!😂

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😊 #humbled

[@betterwithrum]

lol

[@patrickhenri6739]

I like that Bunkhouse.

[@davidlinkletter4865]

I like the second door for too many reasons: 1 safety in case you need to get out in a hurry:and 2 it's travel stops friendly.😊great job again, Josh.❤

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Good point!

[@StressLessCamping]

You're saying it's an open-and-shut case for this portal?

[@stacyingle1374]

Hey Josh! Thank you for making this video! We are actually coming up to your home Bish’s location in Coldwater Michigan and pick up our new Cougar 30bhs! We are so excited! We have been watching your videos for years and are so thankful that you are doing what you are doing for the RV community! We would love to meet up with you when we pick ours up on Saturday if you are going to be there! Thank you very much for what you do!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I’m afraid I might miss you but can get a few of my stickers there!

[@richelleheilmann6336]

We just bought the 2024 of this model at the Tampa RV Supershow! Love it! As we were walking through it, hubby said "look, it's the FBI listening device!" We sooo appreciate your reviews on these rigs! It helped us narrow down to what we actually wanted (plus we really enjoy all your explanations and antics! haha! )!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Hahaha

[@janicegrow9257]

The second door is also good as a fire escape!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

True Best way to fight a fire in an rv is to just get out

[@gerardzubrickas2685]

Finally bunks with railings but no ladder

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@davidlinkletter4865]

I think that this camper is great. And I agree with you about the railings 😮.

[@SinisterMD]

I'm a huge fan of this floorplan. Other TV that's useable for the bunks as well as the seating is great for movie night. The electric fireplace is always a plus and the double entry is great. This is one I'd highly consider honestly.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Nice! TY :)

[@marviningbrigtsen9324]

Second door into bedroom gives you bathroom access in road mode…great idea for this floorplan! Still passing on the pass thru bathroom. Really like this floorplan overall!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty

[@crazydoglady5]

oh those bunks..dog watching food on table spot. LOL

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Hahaha

[@jaredmassey1684]

May have found our new camper. This is beautiful.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty for watching!!

[@davidoverton2432]

Love it! Ok fireplace or storage? Storage please. Also square off that counter top . Also hang dual curtains for uper and lower bunks . Because I would probably use top bunk for some storage and keep that curtains closed lol. Got to have a place for the cra... I mean stuff

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty

[@JandAReview1]

We are just HUGE fans of the cougar brand! They make some of the best models. We would love to have a factory tour. Thank you Josh!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Us too!

[@mer7321]

It would be cool if you could adjust the dinette table legs to lift it to countertop height. It would kind of serve as a pseudo island, giving you more kitchen prep space.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Oooh I like that

[@fla-gypsy57]

Composite floor is a nice feature. Lithium batteries are a great feature. Leveling system is a top notch feature

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Agreed

[@freesoul2346]

I’d like the counter squared off and the fireplace removed. I’d rather have storage there. Otherwise this is a great floor plan and I love the king bed!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Great idea!

[@upshifter5316]

BTS is my absolute favorite TT! But that giant rear end makes me mighty nervous about towing with a half ton!

[@applejacks971]

Remove rear bunk mattresses, use top platform as a desk, place for electronic piano keyboard or ham radio station. Install shelves along back wall and use that space as huge pantry Top rear bunk could be removed then utilize the bottom bunk platform as a karaoke stage... This thing is awesome sauce!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😊

[@sf8681]

I have seen this floor plan before (probably a Cougar but can't swear to it) and my passing reaction is "too big" and "too expensive," especially for a future solo camper. I checked the price...and even the MSRP wasn't as bad as I assumed. The features and functionality is surprisingly nice! The storage potential is pretty amazing. All around I like this a lot!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

awesome! TY for sharing :)

[@Ryanf550]

I have this RV and I solo in it all the time. It's really nice becouse the bunks are out of the way. And all the wondows are really nice!

[@WingmanNation]

I like the extra storage in the bunk area. Nice to be able to keep things out of the way. Nice review Josh!…..Lisa

[@moecabrera9595]

A M A Z I N G!!!!! THANKS JOSH!!! YOU'RE THE MAN! UNCLE JOSH, "THE MASTER OF THE RV UNIVERSE " 🚀✨🛰️🌏✨🛸🌗✨✨🌒🌔

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

You rock!

[@CatrachaCaracola]

I love the 2nd door in the bedroom

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I do too. So it’s kind of surprised me how unpopular it is in some models.

[@Jayhawk226]

I cannot deny. I like this floorplan. look the bunks look like big people capable. The little L shaped dinette with the table that moves and the ottoman., ..chef's kiss. I'd take the theater seat and the full solar package. I'm also going to look at the fifth wheel

[@bobthiele7737]

Kudos for putting in good batteries up front. The bunks are a lot better than standard bunks. Huge storage.

[@SurelyYewJest]

Another cool trailer that's using some thought instead of a pre-fab floorplan. The dual sewer outlets isn't great because you still need extra dump parts, but as someone with a 5W that has dump pipes at opposite ends of the trailer, having them so close together is nearly as good as having just one, in comparison. This TT really looks like a near-total package purchase given many of the extra-mile features it's got. I did notice 1 quality issue: the wall laminate layer separating from the wall itself in the rear pass-thru storage, as you pan around.

[@MrNickb-s500]

Yes as a matter of fact Josh Sylvester Stallone Starred in Over the Top about a Truck driver finding a way to get to see his Son and he he was a Boxser in Over the Top movie😊😊 Josh you get an A+ for being a Correct! GREAT WORK JOSH on your Correct answer and your Video's 😊😊👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Great lookin Coug😢Travel Trailer there!😊😊👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@didibolter9362]

Take out the bunks and put in either a huge bathroom with a shower/tub with a corner seat or a big kitchen!

[@Srt4drvr89]

Just purchased a 2022 version of this, perfect for our family. Traded in our apex 245bhs

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Nice! Enjoy all that extra space

[@bryana1942]

I love this trailer! It is a bit big, I wouldn't want to tow it with a half ton, like you said. But other than that, it's fantastic. I like the unique bunks, and I really like the dinette setup. And yeah, I got your references right away, surprisingly. My way back machine actually came through...for a change! LOL

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Awesome :)

[@davidlinkletter4865]

Mister Peabody here 🎉.

[@deboraherman9244]

Hi, Josh, hope you and family are doing great. Love this camper, first thought on the rear bunks was (WOW) what a cool space. Love the way the bunks look and all the storage space is great. the L- shape dinette is great for a large family or for a get together will friends or family members. Then after supper perhaps a game of twister, anyone, lol, I think there is enough space for it. Can you tell me what the 5th wheel with the office space from cougar was called so I can look at it, thanks. Have a great weekend and stay safe take care.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty for the well wishes! Have a great weekend

[@carolynnhunsucker6264]

It’s so fun to watch your videos :-) I love this RV! Maybe not the bathroom configurations though..

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Fair enough! TY :)

[@tommieingle]

I’ve watched your videos for years and I appreciate you showing the good with the bad. Because, of your videos my wife and I made the trip to Coldwater last week. So, this week we are heading back to Coldwater to pick up up this very same model. Just wanted to say thank you for what you do.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Did we get a chance to meet?! I am in and out a lot currently but if I am around id love to meet you!

[@tommieingle]

@@JoshtheRVNerd No sir, the day we were in our salesman said you were transporting a motorhome to Indianapolis.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@@tommieingle last Friday I think. Sorry h missed you! That was a last minute thing where our new store needed a hand so I offered to help with that transport

[@tommieingle]

I understand that. Maybe, next time.

[@rickrichardson5329]

Nice RV. I don't know if I want a bunkhouse but it is nice. I'd have to think about this on. Thanks for sharing

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks for watching!

[@paulcrowdis7443]

One of my favourite TTs out there.

[@monzon529]

This is nice.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I thought so :)

[@BeesAdventures]

I love this floorplan, but I would love to see that back area made into an office and delete the camp kitchen. What do you think about that?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think it could be cool

[@icare7151]

❤It!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😊

[@bottleblonde69]

Fireplace 👍

[@MrNickb-s500]

No floor vent heating could be a deal breaker for me, other than this having no floor vent heating, this 8s a really nice camper👍👍👍👍👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ericwood6316]

Almost perfect. Wish it had a big outside kitchen.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Maybe one day!

[@azzkikin1]

I really think making the dump hook ups close to parallel to the trailer vs pitched down catching any road debris, would do great. And completely hate dual headed sewer monster setups. Now that trailer would be great if the lost the rear L shapped seat and shortened the trailer by 4ft. 300lb hitch weight on the back is nice too

[@kristenjones4445]

Thanks for the heads up on the Grand Design smaller, lighter version.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Not so much smaller but light be a bit lighter

[@applejacks971]

I must be learnin something cause when I seen the fireplace I immediately thought 'they coulda made that storage', then Uncle Josh inserts 'Fireplace or storage?" on the screen :)

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻 😊

[@didibolter9362]

Yes, we do need a second door Uncle Josh! Also, a corner seat in the shower /tub!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@michaelligue3842]

Well to paraphrase Sheriff Brody ....... I may have to get a bigger truck .

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

lol :)

[@craigwilliams1073]

I love Cougars!!!! But need a larger truck for them!

[@loisbeavers9492]

Wouldn’t it be good to have 😂a way to open the top screen on the door? Otherwise, you have to physically go outside to adjust the shade. I’m thinking framed and hinged. As it is it’s not ideal for those disabled. 🙋‍♀️ I’ve thought this for a long time. This is the only disadvantage I see with the door window and shade. This unit has a great layout! I like the ones with the bath next to the bedroom. Very informative video, as always! Thanks Josh!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

yeah that's the case with those window shades MFGs used to offer a version you could close indoors and people hated it I still cannot understand it to this day

[@loisbeavers9492]

@@JoshtheRVNerd I don’t remember that version. I’m happy to feel that it’s not such a weird idea! 😂 Oh well, what are you gonna do? Lol

[@ShawnPatterson402]

very interesting question re the 2 doors. I never used to like that until we got our current Cougar 26RBS with 2 doors. Suddenly I am fine with it. In fact we have often slept with the bedroom door open and just the screen shut, and the window on the other side open as well and gotten very comfortable breeze of fresh air flowing through the bedroom. Would not necessarily do that everywhere, but most of the places we camp it is just fine to do that. Certainly still just as secure as a tent after all... As always, safe travels.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty Shawn! Love seeing feedback like this! 26rbs is awesome btw 😊

[@tanana2070]

I like the 2nd door. One thing, I wish they could put the side valances on the windows in the bedroom, like the living area. It makes sense to block the light in the bedroom where you sleep.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Some folks like those and some do not

[@tjztyger]

I'm on Team "Square Off That Counter" under the TV. Also, a simple curtain could provide enough potty privacy to negate the walk thru bathroom. Is there a way to reverse the fridge doors? The left-hand swing makes travel stops unnecessarily more challenging. On the subject of travel stops, I'm not a fan of stable steps, and especially so with dual entry rigs. The bedroom entry could be conventional folding steps and add an assist handle. Kudos on the windows, door shades, that great j-lounge with floating table & ottoman, and just an overall fine floorplan. Another fine #NerdHerd production, Uncle Josh.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY. Appreciate the counter top feedback

[@nathankoscielski3123]

Great video Uncle Josh!!! - HUGE Cougar fan here. I am fortunate enough to be the proud owner of the VERY sadly discontinued Cougar 29BHS. Auto-leveling is a must for me & the wife and it works great!!! Sooooo stable when parked too!!! Different stokes for different folks, I just prefer the 29BHS over the 30BHS for a laundry list of reasons. Both have awesome junk in the trunk, pony storage. Will always prefer bathroom entry door over bedroom entry door. TV viewing from the bunks in the 29BHS is far superior. Walk in pantry in the 29BHS and storage behind tv is incredible. The cheapest part of my camper I feel, and they have not updated it I guess, is the HORRIBLE dollar store fart fan in the bathroom. Such a cheap feature in a luxury trailer. The double headed sewer monster has never bothered me. Keep up the great work and I CANNOT wait for the RV Nerd merchandise to go on sale. I literally check everyday hoping you drop it SOON!!! Nate from Buffalo, NY

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I miss that 29bhs

[@reallymatt6494]

Just reviewing similar models and I came across a bullet 312 BHS that is extremely cool. And it’s even nicer that Bish RV sells them as well. 👍. I did not see any video from you for that specific model. Maybe that could be one of your new videos.🤔

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I haven't seen that one. Just looked up the layout and.. that.. is.. INTERESTING! I'll have to see if I can hunt one down sometime

[@aiserock]

I wonder if they angled the counter to reduce the amount of wasted space behind the fireplace? I like the openness of the floor because of it, but, I think the additional counter space that would have been had if not angled would be useful too.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think the idea was to make it look and feel nice and open

[@twill8210]

Over the top !! Yes it was sly 😊

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yes! Thank you!

[@HappyCamper1992]

Sweet floor plan no doubt and if anyone is smart and not wanting to gamble with the lives of their family or others family nothing less than a dually 3500/350 style truck with this size unit. If not your going to be getting pushed around by the trailer and that’s not a good thing with all the weekend warriors who are also speed freaks pulling campers down the highway

[@susanjspaulding]

🇺🇸 *LOVE the floor plan in this 30BHS* !! *Wonderful camper* !! *Beautiful exterior* !! *Prefer second A/C* !! #JoshTheRVNerdAtBishsRV 🇺🇸

[@andrewb981]

In-law suite! Golden! 😂

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😊

[@OrngRubberDucky]

Uncle Josh! Is there a way I can get paid for some ideas and how can we make this happen? haha. Anyhow I think the rear bunk setup is pretty sweet and they could make a u-dinette, my son (and maybe most kids on earth) would absolutely love to nascar the seat. However I don't particularly care for pass through bathrooms and trailers longer than 30'. As I want to be more boon docking, however I'm learning that most RV Trailers seem to not be made for offroad, even light duty ruts & bumps. Anyhow I agree with another comment that I love watching your videos. Hope to see them for years to come!

[@cullinan18]

Great floorplan, but not enough kitchen storage. I find the fireplace in any rv to be pointless. A little space heater is fine for my family to gain storage.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That’s fair. Ty

[@StressLessCamping]

Professional looker atter and talker abouter of RVs - now I believe new business cards are in order…or maybe just a different email signature.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😆

[@my_moneypit]

Hey Josh...we have a 2012 Cougar 30RLS (flat deck 5th wheel). In this video you mention that the floors could develop soft spots due to the material that was used to build the floor. We have a soft spot as you're coming in from the main door. That is a concern of mine. It's just from wear, I believe, not water damage. We're trying to figure out what is the best way to fix it. BTW... we love your videos...keep 'em coming! ❤...Donna

[@jimcramer9656]

Josh, that’s a really long one 😮 😏

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It is

[@lauragough1174]

I'm surprised it's under 35 feet. I like the L-shaped dinette, floating table and the ottoman. Needs a closet slide. For the bunkless version of this I would have liked to see them keep this plan, putting a closet where the stairs are instead of going with a u-dinette.

[@roannathephoenix8561]

One of my top picks for family camping. Where does the bench ride normally? Didn't really mention that.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

oh sorry! it straps down right in the dining area

[@benputthoff3820]

This is our dream camper! Do we have to bring it back to you for service?

[@Jayhawk226]

You took all the pleasure in saying that opening, you cannot lie. whipcrack

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

137%

[@ebeggs2022]

Now I can tell my wife I took a deep dive in a cougar today! 😅

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

With serious junk in the trunk

[@gennydickie9623]

Love it . Outside sink would be nice imo

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think so too!

[@nvdube]

Love this floorplan. Are there any 5th wheels adopting this open bunk? Grand Design did with the 268bh, but it used a Schwintek for the slide 👎. And It looks like they discontinued in 2023…..☹️.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Sorta.. cougar makes this in a 29BHL FW. Alliance’s 28BH is close Most FWs favor enclosed bunks due to consumer buying patterns

[@COMMANDER-ONE]

I really like this camper. If my kids were younger, I would buy it for sure. Those type of bunks are very clever. #NERDHERD

[@shadowofcallisto1560]

Yea that was Sylvester Stallone in over the top 😂. Lincoln Hawk was his character name if I remember right.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

wow great memory!

[@patrickhenri6739]

Keep the hair from the last review. 😂😂😂

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

:)

[@Brigand231]

Yes, "Over the Top" was indeed Stallone.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

💪🏻

[@smonroeh]

Square off the kitchen counter, and storage instead of fireplace

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻 ty

[@derrickgreenwell8727]

This is a really cool family camper. We currently have a 2022 whitehawk 29bh but thinking about switching to this. What are the differences in a 2023 and a 2024 model cougar 30bhs? I notice the price is lower for the 2024.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Big price drop came when they stopped forcing $1,800 of batteries on them. They’re more similar than different. Tweaked decor. Improved solar.

[@nproctor74]

I prefer a single "crap tap" .. 2 headed sewer monster is only acceptable on giant 5th wheels

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Love the phrase lol

[@nproctor74]

@@JoshtheRVNerd you're welcome to use it!

[@MMcDowell23]

I’d prefer storage over the fire place.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty

[@bgood5154]

I would like to see a comparison between the Cougar 30BHS and the Catalina Summit Series 271DBS

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Hmm.. kinda apples and oranges. Very different rvs I appreciate the request but I’m not sure those two really stack up for comparison

[@bgood5154]

@@JoshtheRVNerd different class/quality, but very similar layout. I'm interested if the added cost of the cougar is worth it.

[@oldengineer1519]

I still don't want to have to drop the spare tire carrier every time I want to access the storage area. As a result the area is not very usable for regular use items. Being a family oriented floorplan I would go with a sofa over the theatre seating. It looks like a nice sturdy table compared to the scissor style legs. I would prefer a squared off counter and storage over the fireplace. In a trailer this length I want two doors for emergency egress. It is much easier and safer to exit via the door than an escape window. Then there is travel access which requires a 2nd door. I don't like the king bed. Yes you can put in a queen but you never regain the lost wardrobe space. I notice that Cougar doesn't tend to put drawers in the bed side stands. These are a must for us. The addition of drawers would also eliminate one more area with carpet.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Great points here. TY once again

[@betterwithrum]

Sewer isn’t a dealbreaker but I’d like to see cougar update this on the cycle refresh.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@bethbasilone5927]

Since this is exactly the 25RDS until you get to the booth, there is NO adult size hanging space or drawers in the bedroom. And something that I rarely see done in these videos of this floorplan, by any of you guys doing walk-thrus, is what I've heard called "walkability" around the SIDES of the bed. This floorplan has NONE on the road side of the bed! Since they added length for the bunkhouse they could have made that area single bed size and added some length to the bedroom to add storage, and maybe a little length in the bathroom so you don't have to slither past the toilet to get to the open space to dry off. Maybe they would be able to move the water pump out of the bedroom and under the bathroom sink too. That would allow more walk around space by the bed. We love our 25RDS EXCEPT for the bedroom storage shortage and limited side bed access. Also, we added a beefy tension rod with blackout drapes across the width of the booth for guest bed privacy. Can't do that with other models that have seating and booth reversed.

[@dungareenavy5970]

Why is the fan upgrade in the bathroom go for a couple of hundred bucks?

[@buetang]

Does anyone make something in-between this and the Transcend Xplor 265BH, pricewise? (Over the Top, best movie of all time)

[@tjztyger]

If you don't need "new," try checking out the 2021 Grand Design Imagine 3110BH. It's the one I had decided on before I got my pusher.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Cherokee makes a version of that 265BH but I don't yet have footage of it

[@laurenm6511]

I loved this right up until the bathroom. I cannot stand the split bathroom. But I love everything else about this RV. I think it's fantastic I wish the privacy curtains were actually not see-through but that's something somebody could fix. Did you just say a dollar store fart fan?? Lol. I love this. The auto leveling in all the cougars is really attractive to me. Honestly the only problem I have is the name. Single woman my age with a camper called cougar... I'm not one but the name has always bothered me lol

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yes on the fan 😆

[@LifeisAmazingify]

Looking for one for these, possibly a 2023 model,

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Right here! www.bishs.com/rv-search?stocknumber=30bhs&s=true&manufacturer=keystone+rv

[@MrNickb-s500]

Two sewer pipes that close together doesn't bother me in the least 😊👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY. Great input

[@MrNickb-s500]

@JoshtheRVNerd Thank you Josh 😊 👍

[@adamlittle595]

Genuine question. The hitch weight and the total weight are well under the max tow capacity of most half ton trucks with max tow packages. Is it the length that’s the issue?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Having done this a while I've seen such variances on half-tons that I exercise a lot of caution with my advisory there. Length is a major factor not included in most towing guides. The other thing here is this is a bunkhouse. You're going to have more people-weight in the truck eating into the CCC. By the time you load a family in the truck and cargo in the RV you often challenge many half-tons It's not impossible for some half-tons to handle this. I just don't want to offer the idea that "if you have ANY half-ton, then you're okay"

[@adamlittle595]

@@JoshtheRVNerd hey thanks for the thorough response. Totally makes sense and I appreciate it!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

you bet

[@gebertg]

Is the bathroom vanity counter solid surface or that thermofoil stuff? I have a 368mbi with the same bottom mount sink and the thermofoil counter. It was not caulked along the sink/ vanity transition at the factory and after only 3 trips it's delaminating and the press board is swelling. There is no way to mitigate this unless you caulk that transition at the factory. Truthfully, they should only do solid surface with bottom mount sinks and thermofoil with drop in sinks... Signed, an architect 😂

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

No solid surface in these

[@andyroberts5266]

How would you compare the build quality of a Cougar compared to a Rockwood? We were originally going to go with a Cougar bunk but it was just too heavy. We've found a Rockwood with a similar Floorplan. The problem is there aren't any Rockwoods nearby for us to go look. I don't want to drive 5-6 hours to find out it looks or feels cheap.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Both are gold level DSI award winners several years running but I would personally give the fit and finish nod to Rockwood though I don't feel cougar does badly by any means

[@andyroberts5266]

thank you for the feedback sir @@JoshtheRVNerd

[@chucknSC]

What’s the 5th wheel version?

[@swkdb]

Are there cheaper models with that type of bunks that are good for a half ton?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Any rv this size will challenge most half tons btw. But maybe try transcend 265bh

[@damondavis842]

Does cougar make a 5th wheel version of this like grand design

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

yeah and it's got a great surprise: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZDRkql7oJt4gJo

[@stevez340]

I shouldn’t have to spend an extra $200 for a real bathroom fan in a $60,000 RV😑

[@Cowboy47]

#NerdHerd 😊 🎉 ❤

[@robinlondrow9263]

Where is the cougar 29BHL? Not on description.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It's right the below the specs. Like the layout but on more of a budget? Try.. ► Transcend 265BH: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4PGooiGaMxma9k Don't want the bunks? ► Cougar 25RDS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laTGq61totqkgqs Want a fifth wheel OR true private office? ► Cougar 29BHL: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZDRkql7oJt4gJo

[@sactoindyfan]

Josh, do you know if those cargo doors are big enough to put in a Predator 3500 generator?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don’t know their dimensions apologies

[@reallymatt6494]

Besides Cougar and Transcend 265BH, does anyone else make same floor plan?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

A few brands do yes. Here's another I've recently covered kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3_UhXpuf72tg80

[@hammerandgrindpodcast]

My wife and I really like this camper but have been hearing all kinds of horror stories on the interior quality. Have you heard any issues from customers? Outside of the normal issues with RVs.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Generally hear good about cougars but there is no brand or rv I would call perfect

[@hammerandgrindpodcast]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Thanks for the reply Josh. Been binge watching your videos. Might have to come get our camper from you guys. We're in Southern Indiana.

[@danaooley6611]

Storage always wins out...

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

fair enough

[@laura7053]

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