Why are Leisure Travel Vans the best RV? Dean fills us in

[@preferpourover2513]

Brandon: getting Dean into this interview was a good call. We're 18 months into learning the virtue of patience, awaiting our (now going to be) 2022 Unity TB . . . I would like to share confirmation of the demonstration of Triple E Culture we've experienced: COMMUNICATION! It's been "second-to-none" with our dealer, and when it came to my questions on cabinet construction, both Dean and Wally have returned my calls quickly. Although handcuffed by the tough supply chain issues, I feel LTV truly does wish to achieve Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty. We agree with you, as a sight-unseen-deposit-made Customer, we believe in LTV. 👌

[@Pagosa]

Hopefully the wait won't be much longer!

[@marlonbuchanan3470]

Got the privilege to meet Dean at the Pleasanton ca. show. He was just like a regular guy like talking to a friend. I kept coming back to Leisure van. Even walked with him at the end of the day back to his car just an amazing experience. Saving my money to get the twin rear bed model. Dean was the convincing reason why I picked a Leisure van thank you Dean

[@dogzdad123]

Marlon, I too met Dean a couple of times at the Pleasanton RV show. He IS the face of LTV and a “regular “ guy. Very approachable…no schtick…who he is online is who he really comes across as. If it weren’t for Dean, I don’t think we would have purchased our (used 2014 UMB). Good luck on your search!

[@Pagosa]

He's a great dude for sure!

[@KA-eu9sy]

Best thing about LTV videos is Dean Corrigal. His presentation is beyond perfection.

[@Pagosa]

He’s great!

[@lindarhoades698]

Dean is awesome. He really does an excellent job presenting the features of Leisure Travel Vans. I just began to look.

[@Pagosa]

Awesome, can't go wrong with an LTV

[@robrobertson8584]

Great interview with Dean, Brandon! I had the pleasure of meeting Dean at the Earlybird RV Show held in Abbotsford, BC, Canada this past weekend (Family Day long weekend here in BC). He is a terrific, down to earth guy. The local LTV dealer had a (sold) Unity FX on display so my wife and I finally got to see the LTV quality in person and we are now fully committed to becoming part of the LTV family. Our unit will be a 2024 Twin Bed model I am hopeful that by then, a Lithionic’s 315 Amp Hour battery and 3,000 watt inverter might be an option direct from the factory…

[@Pagosa]

Fantastic, so glad you got to see one in person. If they don't offer the Lithionics by then, I know where you can get one!

[@jeandixon2240]

@@Pagosa Do you know if a truly four season Unity is in LTV’s future?

[@stuartcairnie9985]

We have a 2020 Serenity, Dean is right about the quality of these RV's. It must be frustrating for people to have to wait so long but I can assure them, they wont be disappointed.

[@Pagosa]

Agree!

[@gosman949]

Nice love fest interview. Hard questions were not asked such as: why dealers are charging high non-returnable deposits? How much influence do they have over the dealers with sales and service? He mentioned future products have been delayed. What are those products? When will all electric be introduced? Why have they delayed introducing all electric? What is their philosophy for introducing new products? Why are they a Toyota instead of a Tesla? I could go on and on. It is time to ask tough questions to the RV industry.

[@Pagosa]

I don't think they have much influence on dealers, as they are a pretty small company with not much inventory to sell. I'm sure the big boys like Thor and Winnebago have much more influence, but prob don't care about consumer like LTV does.

[@MrRtbelljr]

Brandon and Dean ROCK! thanks for keeping all us that are waiting, confident, comfortable and updated that we made the right decision going with LTV. 4 months into wait and just like mentioned have not consider any other brand. Dean, the back story on the community was inspiring, thanks.

[@Pagosa]

Thanks Bob!

[@ggdw6531]

Impressive assembly plant tour we signed up for in Winkler after we ordered our 18 FX. From seeing the bare chassis received from Benz/Ford to the final coats of clear in the booths; truly impressive witnessing the attention to detail in all the line stops a unit makes assembling the components including plumbing, electrical, the upholstery shop, etc. My favorite was the panel (wall, roof & floor) vacuum presses and cabinet shop. Found the LTV team in all departments very friendly, easy going & approachable. Our last name being Winke; it was fate. The Winke's in Winkler! Enjoy (when they start booking tours again). Side Note: When we were doing our research on all Class B+'s back in the day, got a laugh of Dean's older videos; sporting a white belt with matching white velcro shoes. Good Stuff!

[@Pagosa]

I am definitely looking forward to that factory tour!

[@Grammapro]

Thanks to both you and Dean for informing us from the both ends of the spectrum - manufacturing and customer side! Here’s hoping the rally happens! 😁

[@Pagosa]

Hope so too!

[@Gods4Horsemen]

I am very interested in this market. But don't have one yet. And all this information is so important to me. Dean I so appreciate your honesty and Christianianty. So rare to see these days. I also appreciate the way you run your business with your employees and the community in which you live. I actually envy you. And would like to work for you if I were not disabled. But would settle for living in such a Christian community.

[@Pagosa]

Winkler is a great community for sure

[@lalaoct16]

I was sucked in by the videos also. I love Dean!!!!

[@Pagosa]

he's awesome

[@cathypennington7791]

What a wonderful company concept!

[@Pagosa]

They are great

[@sharonl7493]

Watching Dean and the promos for Leisure for years..Love them ..

[@Pagosa]

yes!

[@tailu9719]

the way Dean talk, hes really bring passion to RVing

[@Pagosa]

He does!

[@miloshpandurov2147]

I bought Winnebago View 24d from my local dealer because it was in stock, but I placed an order for the LTV Unity RL (the very same day) and I can’t wait to receive it! I met Dean the first time at the time of my purchase at Toronto RV show, and week and half ago I was fortunate enough to visit Winkler, MB and Dean gave me a full factory tour. If you even have a shadow of a doubt if you should buy and LTV, please visit the factory. Thanks to Brandon and Dean for this content!

[@Pagosa]

Yes! Congrats on the LTV order and enjoying getting out there now in the View, great decision!

[@lexylain7774]

Always love to see/hear Dean! thanks for having on your show..great show...

[@Pagosa]

Thanks! He’s a great guy

[@BeeCreekPhotographySpicewood]

Cool interview! Thanks for producing it.

[@Pagosa]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brettc4734]

Brandon, great interview for a great company,,. You should think about opening your own RV company. Plenty of room for a small high end B+ field.

[@Pagosa]

Thanks! Now that would be a project, lol!

[@tfc850]

Great job! Thank you for the great interview.

[@Pagosa]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertjones6324]

Interesting interview! You guys are the best. Mine is on order since August 2021. WRTB. I think I have a long wait. Sounds like a very well run organization.

[@Pagosa]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@norm4907]

Great job Brandon. Ordered my U24TB early Nov. 2020 and I’m being given a build date of March 1st 2022. Hope it holds true.

[@Pagosa]

fingers crossed!

[@kevinkimball715]

I also ordered a U24TB in early November 2020 and don't have a production date yet. Best estimate is sometime in fall/winter of 2022. I hope you see your van by summer.

[@norm4907]

@@kevinkimball715 I would call my dealer. Just confirmed with another person who ordered mi-Nov and has a production date of mid-March.

[@kevinkimball715]

@@norm4907 That’s how I got my information. I checked with the dealer last week, who checked with LTV. LTV’s estimate is that my production date will be sometime in October. I”m shifting other travel arrangements now, because I was hoping that I would have some time this summer and fall for exploring. Looks like it will be next year before I’m really on the road. One other downside is that I’ll be hit with the latest price increase and that is enough time for another price increase to occur. Thanks for checking back with me.

[@grantwyborny1353]

We also order a Unity Twin Bed in early November 2020. It is encouraging to hear that you have a production date! Will be checking with our dealer soon.

[@debbiehellionandtheapocaly845]

There's a lot of companies trying to match leisure vans, but they don't do it summer clothes but no cigar, that's what I think anyway they're absolute bit beautiful. I would've never thought about a Van until I found leisure. Van always what I want for a big not anymore. Of course i've have to buy one used ❤🎉

[@Pagosa]

Can't beat an LTV!

[@debbiehellionandtheapocaly845]

@Pagosa I fell in love with a coach only to find out it was made by Thor 🙄 The Complaints and shoddy work on their new models is insane lately 🤯just like their customers' service So yes, you're great Leisure Vans 👍 Possibly number 1 in North America for quality and customer service 💖

[@mariondiemert430]

Amazing! So happy I chose an LTV.

[@Pagosa]

Yes!

[@dawnmason7111]

Thanks for acknowledging your company’s commitment to God.

[@Pagosa]

They are an awesome company

[@LiveLoveCHXBeach]

Our LTV is close to done. Awaiting the stovetop and shore cover. 2 year wait!

[@Pagosa]

so close! congrats!

[@richardburguillos3118]

Great interview. Just a shame the wait is sooooo long. I can’t seem to be that patient. I had decided this was the way, but the wait was too long. I cannot seem to wrap my mind around buying a used one.

[@Pagosa]

Always room for a used one while waiting for the other.

[@kgilbert5624]

Brandon - Next time you talk with Dean can you ask him a couple more questions: a) Will the shower fixtures on the Unity TB be updated like the Unity RL? and b) Are there any plans to update the 3-way absorption refrigerators with compressor refrigerators on the Unity models?

[@Pagosa]

Will do

[@cindyheritage9099]

My son played Junior Hockey in Winnipeg. We traveled to Winkler for a game. To think that I am getting a RV from there is somewhat amazing.

[@Pagosa]

Nice!

[@trifecta0074]

Great job Brandon. Some good information in there to help those of us waiting for our units... I still have probably another 18 months.... :( .... Question for a future interview: Why did they get away from the Wonder MB? That was truly the floorplan I wanted to order. Cheers and thank you!!!

[@Pagosa]

Great question, but I believe it was because the RL took it's place. Both were Murphy bed models, and since the Wonder MB didn't have a slide out like the Unity MB, think they just thought the RL was a good replacement. I'll be sure to ask anyway!

[@trifecta0074]

@@Pagosa That makes sense. I did order the RL so there’s that for a correlation. Thanks again!!

[@jeep4dirt]

It’s to bad that u didn’t ask Dean why LTV continues to use outdated technology in their units such as AGM batteries, absorption refrigerators, LP cooktops, non MPPT solar controllers, and onan’s older (non QG) generators. I note that the air conditioner in the Wonder RTB is so deficient that mike and jen wendland replaced it and they had to source leveling jacks from a third party bc LTV offered no such option. Given that almost every other word out of his mouth is “innovation” it would have been interesting to hear his responses.

[@Pagosa]

I know a few of those answers. They do offer lithium as an option. Absorption is horrible, but believe they have plans to change to compressor in future. No MPPT, no clue, but wish they would change that. The new Onan's are backordered for probably more than a year due to supply chain issues, told this by Airstream up fitter. Wendlands put on jacks at Equalizer, as the Ford Transit isn't really made for jacks, and I heard they already knocked on of them loose due to lower height of Transit chassis. I have them from LTV factory on my Mercedes Unity. I am a part of their customer council, and they will be adding some of the newer innovation in the near future. Like he said, they still have hundreds of orders to fulfill before they can switch everything from one system to another.

[@timothybenjamin9631]

Another great video. So cool to get some personal insight on the company.

[@Pagosa]

Glad it was helpful!

[@redbelly5941]

We are currently waiting for our Unity MB”L” now and will likely be delivered 4/24 (2024 version). Benefit of waiting will be the window above the MB! We spent 4 years full time in a Tiffin Phaeton 45’ which we loved! After we stopped our full time travels we began looking for something that provided the feel of our 45’ in a smaller package! When we first saw “Dean’s Video” of the Leisure Travel Van MB we were sold! Very excited! A nagging question for you if you know the answer… the rearview mirror is quite useless. Why isnt there a rearview camera set up similar to the Airstream MB. Any chance something like that is in the works? Great channel and we hope to cross paths when we get back on the road in 24’! Lithium upgrade will be the first item on the list btw! Cheers!

[@Pagosa]

Congrats! I really don't know why LTV doesn't add a few more perks like AS does. An always on rear view and side cameras would be awesome from the factory.

[@gawging]

We ordered the LTV Unity RL in November 2020, was told our order is going in for February - April 2023 production. We’re patiently waiting and honestly, we don’t see any other kind that equals the quality and beauty of the LTV.

[@Pagosa]

Well worth the wait!

[@richardmcglone2807]

Letting D.C. talk was great 👍

[@Pagosa]

He's great!

[@pam790]

Awesome! Awesome! AWESOME! 😎👍

[@Pagosa]

😀

[@Hogger280]

"What would you tell people waiting for an ordered LTV?" I suggest very strongly that you deliver to them what they ordered - that is number one in customer satisfaction and repeat purchase. If they ordered cheery cabinets then that is what you need to deliver - no excuses. Without trust you have nothing.

[@Pagosa]

Think that's what they are doing outside of a few supply chain issues.

[@BrittMFH]

Cheery cabinets? I'd want to see exactly what I ordered, not some conception of what's cheery to them.

[@zanthornton]

Maybe I missed something but Wonders / Leisure way are behind in production up to 1-2 years wait? We've asked to get one built but no one seriously contacted us. So I really want Wonder !

[@Pagosa]

The used market is high, but there are units for immediate purchase.

[@debrawilliams1037]

We are waiting for our Unity. Ordered 10/18/2020 Now bumped out additional 4 months, As a Business owner with 5 containers sitting in the Port of Seattle. These containers have been paid in full sense spring of 2021 including tariffs. We have zero control of our access to these containers. GPS batteries have a 60 day life. They are buried and are told via Media that there are no Trucks available, This is Not true We have had many trucks sit, ready to load for 4 to 6 hrs. Only to be turned away at 4 pm 200 independent trucks sitting, Union drivers preferred Anyway, I’m sharing this because, I understand the 1st hand frustration And when I got the call from my dealer regarding Unity. I am still excited to get my Unity. I know many People may not know all the details many business owners are experiencing. We are now getting a container every other week or so.. With more arriving in Port. I know I want quality, I understand We are all going to be affected by this & I will be patient and not take it out on the People who have Zero control in getting Parts for the build. I know for certain that it will be a great addition to our family, our freedom to travel. Relax, leisure Travel Vans is a high Quality Company & I use this time to prepare for the baby to arrive. Patience will be rewarded!!!!

[@Pagosa]

That's got to be terribly frustrating! But yes, the wait is worth it!

[@mikeczajka906]

Great job Brandon! We have an FX on order since last September from Johnson RV in Sandy. I am curious as to how many are ahead of me!!!

[@Pagosa]

You are gonna love the FX

[@Lolaandcassidyadventures]

Inquired with Johnson about a new FX was told it’s now a 4 year wait! We bought a used one from Johnson in Fife WA.

[@VerySpecialLady55]

Great interview.

[@Pagosa]

Thanks!

[@YoyoOnTravels]

I need to purchase one. Live in NYC,

[@Pagosa]

Not sure of a dealer there, but plenty around near you I'm sure.

[@carolconnell9521]

Great interview. My fav MH. Just want to get one before I can’t travel anymore. Only have 4 lower 48 to camp in. Did Hawaii. I’m 74 this year and spent the winter down south with a teardrop. Wanting an LTV for my bucket list to Alaska. Would love to do Alaska in an LTV. Any recommendations for a solo RVer and her pup?

[@Pagosa]

Going to Alaska would be awesome! The only hold back on an LTV going up there is the small fuel tank. It's only 24 gallon, and the Alaskan hwy has some very long stretches between fueling stations from what I've heard. I may be wrong, but would be worth noting for sure. For solo travelers, any floorplan would be great. We got the FX due to the openness of the coach for 2 people and 2 dogs. but with one and one pup, you would be happy in any of them I'm sure. Good luck and let me know what you get!

[@rvfishing8817]

The main Alaskan highway is no problem. Get a book called "The Milepost" it is the bible of Alaskan road trips. Now the Dempster to Tuktoyaktuk that's another story.

[@deanballenger1053]

Will they ever build the Unity on the Ford chassis?

[@Pagosa]

I doubt it. The MB is the chassis of choice for LTV and a bit bigger for their flagship product. The Ford, while better than the past is still smaller.

[@edithtrowbridge1775]

I believe that I have waited over 18 months for a rear twin bed wonder. Will I ever get one. I now have an airstream twin bed class B. I live near to the airstream factory and their service is amazing. Need a part and they have it today. I am hoping for the best if I ever get my wonder leisure. How long does it take for a leasure dealer to get parts? Put in a good word for me.

[@Pagosa]

Parts are usually pretty universal in all RVs, so not long. I know my Airstream Globetrotter and the LTV have some of the same stuff in them.

[@BrittMFH]

@@Pagosa That's good to know.

[@taracarrow9977]

I would like to know when they will move to a larger inverter/converter, more lithium and a 12v ridge

[@Pagosa]

I think they will eventually, but it will be double the price from the factory rather than to do it aftermarket. It’s a super simple swap of inverter and battery. Compressor fridge would be awesome from factory though

[@revolutionaries007]

Until Leisure Travel Vans Makes a LTV version { their own } to rival the Ekko they will start to fall behind. The ekko is such a greaT RV because it has things that alot of RV'ers want> an RV that is able to boondock in all 4 seasons { all the tanks are inside) Leisure could take their craftsmanship and make an excellent FORD Boondocker. The Ekko had over an 18 month wait as well and aare in really high demand. If Leisure made a rival that beats the ekko you would have me in a pre-order along with thousands of others. BTW make the wonder with DUCKs for AC and heat like the unity!! it makes no sense since I prefer the FORD over the Mercedes

[@Pagosa]

I would love for LTV to make an Ekko type RV. However I don't think that's their customer base. LTV has a 3 year waiting list, so I don't think they are too worried at the moment. I do know they want to make sure they change with the times though, so I would look for a more boondocker friendly version in the future though.

[@cathypennington7791]

Can you buy from leisure or do you have to use a dealer!

[@Pagosa]

It’s a dealer network. Some of the best are Van City in Las Vegas and Leisure Centers in Texas

[@Gods4Horsemen]

I've looked at thousands of vans, but I want one that fits my needs. I have mini horses that I want to travel with me. So I really want to find something that has a rear compartment for them. But also understanding I'm not rich and on small fixed SSD income so not sure if living on the road is not a pipe dream.

[@Gods4Horsemen]

I want to be able to use my minis as therapy mini's for other ministry s

[@Pagosa]

That sounds very interesting

[@BrittMFH]

Maybe a toy hauler would work for you???

[@ghostrider4840]

Brandon, Will LTV ever come out with a van for winter RV life?

[@Pagosa]

I don’t think anytime soon. Very limited space to do what needs done to make 4 seasons.

[@bernardbeaule6781]

Is it true that Leisure Travel RVs constructed for the USA market do not follow the same fabrication standards as those made for the Canadian market and that insurance companies in Canada won't insure used models brought back to Canada because of that?

[@Pagosa]

The only difference is the MB chassis. Canada and US have different safety standards and Unitys made for Canada have slightly different Mercedes chassis than US. I’ve heard it can be an issue for service work between the two countries

[@bernardbeaule6781]

@@Pagosa Thank you Pagosa.

[@jerrybrooks7923]

Does Dean own an Leisure Travel Van?

[@Pagosa]

Good question!

[@gt-c-]

Big statement (best RV...?) ...but obviously we all know this is YOUR OPINION only and maybe very bias ! You should specify that you're referring to Class-C ...so there is no confusion or misunderstanding ! Not that the brand you're promoting is not good...but "best" is something else...!

[@Pagosa]

Somebody has to be best, so why not LTV? 😃

[@gt-c-]

@@Pagosa C-class...maybe, not my class. I am more into B-class and Grech has no rival...there...!

[@debrawong614]

I had the privilege of meeting Dean 2 weeks ago at the Portland RV show with a local dealer. He is a good egg and is awesome! Am likely to try to find a used Wonder rear twin, circa 2019 in diesel. But, have to sell my place first! I asked him if he owned one, and he replied that he did not, that he gets to use them. Plus it is work for him!

[@Scott-ll2rl]

Airstream lost its crown to Leisure Travel Vans.

[@Pagosa]

Hard to beat an LTV

[@conniehoyle2669]

I can’t wait to own one. I just hope we don’t lose our country’s to the communist.

[@Pagosa]

Weird world right now

[@Lolaandcassidyadventures]

Buy a used one! No sense in waiting that long to camp!

[@Pagosa]

Agree

[@annblack3700]

Leisure vans is not best van now. Look at quality build vice outside looks. Haven't improve the walls from press plywood with lamenient covering.

[@Pagosa]

They all are manufactured with same components. It’s the company that makes them the best

[@annblack3700]

Leisure needs to listen to customers complains not their business demand. I have been with leisure for over thirty years but haven't aided me when I needed so my business is gone to you, but I will voice my opinion it may help others to know what they are buying before invest a lot of money. You have to use the coach to know.

[@Pagosa]

@@annblack3700 love to hear what happened. My LTV has been very good and all of my interactions with the company have been the reason I am a big fan of LTV. I also own an Airstream and they are not great at customer service, so definitely enjoying LTV

[@amantedelmondo1787]

What if you pay cash for your Unit? Would that move you to the front of the line?

[@norm4907]

No, I’m paying cash and need to wait like everyone else which is only fair.

[@Pagosa]

Might move you to the back as the dealers make money on the financing

[@BrittMFH]

@@Pagosa 😭. But thanks for the heads up.