2021 GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE 2500RL // Six Month Review // The GOOD, BAD, and UGLY
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- Stan and Rhonda from Over The Hill Adventures take a moment to give you a six month review and walk-through on their 2021Grand Design Imagine 2550RL. They have traveled over 5,000 miles with this trailer and want to share what they are calling "the good, the bad , and the ugly."
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We found your channel after we ordered a 2500RL of our own and have been patiently awaiting this review! We really appreciate your perspective and these thoughts will be very helpful as we set out on our own adventures. We're picking ours up Monday!
Nate, great news!! The waiting must of drove you crazy. Let us know how you like the new design. Super curious how folks like the TV a little higher. Thanks for watching and being apart of our adventure. Safe travels on Monday, Stan and Rhonda
We are newbies as we bought ours in 2020 we bought a 2019 2970rl ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT THERE HAVE BEEN NO ISSUES THUS FAR not to say there won’t of course… the only thing I would change is having pocket doors for bath and bedroom…. The bathroom has not been a major issue for us my hubby is 6’3 225 but our bedroom is a tad smaller as far as getting around the bed but nothing that bothered us bad bc we are only in there to sleep… but to have it has our first rv it’s really super hard to beat…… so glad you love yours it’s nice to see others as happy with their imagine as we are!! Safe travels!
Hello Holly, thank you for joining us. Yes we love our Imagine. We bought our 2500RL because the bathroom is so big. The 2970RL was our second favorite. The bathroom was a little small for me. Nevertheless, we thought of going to a 5th wheel and changed our minds very quickly. Bigger trailer bigger problems. We love the fact we can fit in state Parks and National Parks 🏞️ Rhonda and I hope you will continue to join us on our adventures. Blessings and safe travels, Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures Yea we thought the same about a fifth wheel. We want to upgrade eventually…but are totally pleased with what we have. If you ever in TN you should check out a campsite called anchor down!! There is a waiting list but you may love it!
Fantastic video! Thank you for your review! We brought home our 2021 2500RL in Oct last year and love it. We are first time campers and this is the perfect setup for us. We painted our bedroom window with black paint and that fixed the morning light issue. Also, we ordered our new regulator through a dealer and had a certified tech install and test it, we had read that installing it ourselves could cause a warranty issue. We don’t use the shower door, we hung a regular shower curtain with a hanging shoe organizer (trimmed down to better fit in the shower) for all of our shower toiletries. Looking forward to more of your posts and videos!
Karen, Sounds like we joined the Grand Design family about the same time last year! 🤗 We are really enjoying the trailer and sounds as if you guys are as well. Thank you for sharing how you resolved the morning light issue. We actually ordered our new windows today and will be doing a video on the install soon. Love the idea about the shower as well! As you may be aware, we love organization ideas 💡 Thank you for reaching out and contributing to our channel. Safe travels and keep in touch! Rhonda and Stan
We ordered a 2022 RL yesterday. We can't wait to use it. Thank you for the videos.
Julie, We can’t tell you how excited we are for you!! We’ve had our trailer for 15 months now and absolutely LOVE it. My (Rhonda) favorite part is the spacious bathroom. I think you will really like having that extra window and counter space. As you saw, we just missed that change probably by a month 🥴 We have done quite a few upgrades that may be of interest to you. You may have already seen the videos. We are truly happy to help answer any questions when you get your trailer, just let us know. The wait is the hard part, but fun too because you can start buying all the fun stuff to go in it, lol! Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
Just watched your video. We have a 2022 Transcend Xplor 245 RL we got in July of 2021. It's the Transcend version of the 2500RL. Actually got the 245 instead of the 2500 because at the time you couldn't get the recliner sofa in the slide instead of the dinette which we didn't want. Also at the time instead of a window and countertop below the tv it was cabinets/drawers all the way to the floor so it felt more open in the 245RL to us. Either way, the 2500rl or the 245rl we think it's a great floorplan and truly love it. Glad, you do too.
Hi Wayne, we think it’s the best floor plan out there!! After 33,000 miles we still love it. Thank you for sharing! Stan and Rhonda❤️🙏🏼
I’m watching this video the morning after our first night in our 2021 2500RL. Thanks for the video.
Sean, that is awesome!! Congratulations on your new adventure purchase. We also have a one year review video also. Great tip on the Furrion air conditioner if you have it on your rig. Blessing, Stan and Rhonda
It was my table that tipped over, because I didn't have it tied down correctly. I made some improvements to the tie down. I added more anchors (D hooks) to the floor and the table. I use the strap to tie down the base and two bungee cords the wrap around the the front part of the stand and connect to the hooks under the table top. The table damage was minor. The table top hit the floor cracking the front trim. I used wood glue to repair and a black permanent marker over the glue to make it look like the rest of the table. I can't believe the I had missed this video before, since I watch all of yours. Keep up the good work bringing them to us.
Thank you James!
We've had our 2021 2500RL since February and LOVE IT!
As for the table....lol....it is a beast to set up and drop it by yourself. I am going to definitely use your suggestion for strapping in place in the standing position.
Your videos are very helpful !
Congratulation on your 2021 Grand Design Imagine 2500RL It has been perfect for us also!! After 10,000 miles were are still happy!! Thanks for watching Ross. Till the next time, Stan and Rhonda
great job on pointing out the little things of safety and especially the shade for windows. when i sleep we need dark. thank you. the door safety is an absolute and the gas lines , i give it to a professional to re-route. take care
Hello Roger, thank you for watching! Stan and Rhonda
Enjoyed your new video. As a 2500rl owner, it is a delight to see what others have experienced with theirs. We have only had ours out several times but love it. I agree working the table is a pain and will leave it there. We did notice the cutting board covering the sink, is that an add on, ours came with the roll up stainless rack. We like the cutting board better. Ordering the remote switch for the cap lights tonight also. Keep it up!!!
Richard, thank you!! The cutting board came with the trailer when we got it. We like it much better than the stainless roll up drying rack. The remote for the cap lights works great what a fun thing to have and a game changer. Thank you for your support Richard. Till the next time safe travels, Stan and Rhonda
Just bought our 2022 2500RL, and think it's going to be our favorite RV every. We've owned everything from tents to class A motorhome. We are ready to hit the road in our new rig... thanks for the review and information.
Les, let us know how it goes. We feel the 2500RL has the best floor plan for our needs. Safe travels and keep us updated when you hit the road. Safe travels!!! Blessing, Stan and Rhonda
That’s the first thing we did in ours was change the mattress out. We want to change out our door window too. Y’all have a nice rig!!! It’s beautiful!! Happy you are happy with it after six months!! Enjoyed the video!! 👍😎
So important to get a good nights sleep especially as we are getting older 🤪 We will let you know how the window project goes unless you guys get to it first. Thanks for being a constant support you guys!!
We just bought our 2022 2500 RL Imagine Grand Design in November 2021. We could relate to your video because we had a lot of similar issues. The table “ugh”! But we love our floor plan and our Imagine. We are just starting our adventures. We are from Oregon and I did travel nursing so we actually experienced Lake Havasu in 2004. Now….years later we established our home base in Oregon and we plan to just travel full time. We don’t have a CZcams channel or fancy logo and name but we really enjoy watching other RV enthusiastic people like we are. Thank you for your amazing video. It was like being right at home. ❤️
Laura, that is so exciting!! We love our Imagine. The floor plan is perfect for us too. Yesterday we looked at some other options. Maybe a little bigger. The price was $100,000!!! No thank you. We have traveled to 10 National Parks and 10,000 miles. Our trailer is a perfect fit. Thank you for your kind words and joining us on our adventure. Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures I have a second cousin who lives in Havasu. You both seem so much like my husband and I. I should let you know because of your video we learned that we could open our screens on the windows. Thanks again for your wonderful video. Hope to see you down the road some day. 😃😃
Thanks you guys!
Al, your welcome!! Thank you for watching!! Stan and Rhonda
Thank you thank you 🙏 great information
Thank you Cheryl! Love that you are joining our adventures 👏❤️
We love our 2500 RL. We also have an issue with the shower door. I just put in a shower curtain. I also replaced the mattress with the same as what we have at home. I believe out of all the TT we have looked at we got the best model.
Hello, thank you for joining us. We agree 100% we have the best unit. Stan and Rhonda
Great Review Guys. I can relate to some of the issues you raised. First i heard about the recall. Thxs i put in a email to dealer.
My Family and Myself like you Greatly like the model. Safe travels.
Thanks for reaching out to us Rick! We appreciate you watching and thank you for the comment. Glad we were able to help bring the recall to your attention. We definitely are enjoying this trailer and sounds like your family agrees. Good to hear 👍 Safe travels to you and yours! Rhonda and Stan
Thank you so much for your thorough review and tips. We just found your channel, and just bought our 2022 Imagine 2500RL yesterday! Can't wait to pick it up and start our full time adventure in the spring. We will definitely be visiting your page often. We are also mountain bikers and will look forward to seeing places to ride in the southwest.
Mel, thank for your kind words!! Congratulations on your 2022 Imagine 2500RL. We love ours so much!! Welcome to the Grand Design family and welcome to our channel I hope you subscribed.
We just finished over 10,000 miles in our 2500RL we are retired and RV part time. We just change out a little faucet in our bathroom with a larger faucet. Make sure to watch the video when it comes out. Rhonda has some great space saving and storage videos for you to think about also.
We have found some awesome places to mountain bike and place you can enjoy with a bike like Zion National Park one of our favorite places.
We certainly hope you come with us and our adventures. It seems like every time we come home we are planning our next trip. Starting in the spring we plan to go back east. This country has so much to offer!! Every where we go we meet incredible people. Are you new to RVing? We would certainly love to answer any questions you may come across.
Again congratulations on your new adventure and staying active!! Blessing, Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures Yes, we did subscribe! We've in the middle of one of the space saving videos right now. Good to know about the leak; we are totally anticipating the issues that come along with RVing. What's nice for us is we have about 6 months with ours before we hit the road, so we'll have plenty of time and short trips to work out kinks and get them repaired at our local spot. One question we do have, do you travel with your bike in the bed of your truck, or do they get stored in the RV when traveling?
@@melvargo485 we travel with our bikes in the bed of the truck locked up. It is too scary to put them on a bike rack on the back of the trailer. There is a new bike rack that fits on the front of the trailer called Jack It. I am not found of that idea either just did not seem stable enough for me. We have super expensive mountain bikes and found traveling with them in the bed of the truck was the best option for us.
@@OverTheHillAdventures Yes. We are brand new to RVing! My mom's are full timers, and the were with us all summer so we got to get an idea of some thing. We will totally be using you as a resource as we get started. We are going to travel all love the country for 6 months to a year and end up in Vermont (we live in Washington State right now). We have family there and are excited to try a new place to live. Maybe we'll continue the RV living there...
@@OverTheHillAdventures I was thinking the same thing about both hitch mounts. Ours are quite expensive too, so I don't want to mess around. We're thinking we might put a canopy on our truck and keep them in there. Then we have more storage space for other things as well.
Great review! We bought a used 2018 2500RL in January and love it. Haven't traveled far in it yet, just bought 5 Goodyear Endurance tires and got rid of the Westlakes, after reading and hearing about them we just didn't trust them. Haven't noticed any sawdust, maybe it has all settled out with the previous owners. Happy camping!
Good move changing out the tires. There is no way I would trust the tires after five years. Always check your tire pressure every trip and every stop. We definitely recommend a TPMS system on all trailer tires. Thank you so much for watching our video and your wonderful comment. We appreciate your support. Safe travels, Stan and Rhonda
Thank you so very much for all the information you both have provided. We got our 2022 2500RL in June. We were glad to find your review of your new 2500RL while waiting for ours to be delivered and. thanks to you, learned about the TPMS prep and ordered the system for it.
I used all the storage containers you suggested as well as the container to keep papers/files available when on the road.
I have found a way to access items under the booth seats that is working pretty well.
I purchased 2 Hefty Large 13-Gallon (52-Quart) Clear Base with White Lid Underbed Totes, discarded the lids and put one under each bench. They are a little snug, but will pull in and out to access items stored in them.
Container measurements:
Depth (Inches) 35.96
Width (Inches) 16.81
Height (Inches) 6.59
Lee, Thank you so much for reaching out and sharing that wonderful information regarding the totes under the dinette, right down to the measurements! That is so helpful! I keep the dog food under one of the benches and I think this would be extremely helpful in accessing it easier. Definitely giving it a try.
We are sure by now you have a few trips under your belt with your new trailer. How are you liking it? We are at well over 10,000 miles in our trailer and it's become our second home. We are so comfortable in it!
We are thrilled you found the storage ideas helpful and useful! Thank you again for reaching out. Keep us posted on your adventures Lee.
Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
Since you have a 2022 2500 RL I’m wondering how well you can see the TV from the recliners? Thanks!
@@brendaguertin-fritz2069 Hi Brenda, We actually have a 2021 2500RL so the tv is lower than in the 2022 model. We have cabinets above the tv and no extra counter space so the tv is in a great spot. It also swivels out and I can see it very well from the recliner closest to the door. How is it for you?
A great follow up video to your others. I’m still on the fence between the 2500RL and the 2600 RB. I’m leaning towards the 2500RL because I like the windows along the entire back and side. My wife likes the extra perceived storage of the 2600 and the more direct view of the TV. We’ll see what wins out later this year.
Scott, You guys are in the same dilemma as we were! We liked the 2600RB as well, and the 2500RL ended up with our vote in the end as you saw. It’s really just personal choice. The tv in the new design of the 2500rl is up higher now much like the 2600RB. The tv in the 2500RL is on a nice swivel arm and location hasn’t been a problem for us. I love the “en-suite” feel of the bathroom and the windows in the back of the rig are really what won us over. If you watch our rv beach camping video or Stan’s TPMS video, you will see why we love that back window. 🤗 Just some more food for thought, not trying to confuse you even more, lol. Best wishes in your search for your new trailer!! Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
Great Video...we pulled a 2250 xls grand design over the summer ,from Pismo Beach california to The Jersey Shore and back 8,000 miles 35 days. What a great trip. Our TT was so comfortable . We did stuff just like you, the 3 inch foam matress, put the table all the way down and used it for storage. Had the same problem with the shower. Our refridgeraror handle broke on the first night out and had to use a screw driver to open it the next 30 days. Yeah I was laughing when you were going through the goods and the bads. We pulled it with a dodge ram 1500 just me and the wife , thanks for the review
Rich, Wow, what a great trip that must have been! We are planning on a cross country road trip from Arizona to Ohio in the Spring. I (Rhonda) get a little nervous about the distance sometimes so thanks for sharing that you had a great trip. I’m encouraged by that. Sounds like you two have found your adventure for sure! Got any trips planned next year? We had no problems with the Chevy 1500 we were towing with, but not sure if you saw the video where Stan got a new truck back in October,. He got a Chevy 2500 HD Duramax Diesel. Our truck was out of warranty and he was getting concerned about taking it cross country. Overall we have had an amazing experience with our trailer and we just hit our 1 year anniversary. Maybe it’s time for a new video, lol. Hope you were able to get the fridge door handle fixed easily. Thanks so much for reaching out. It’s fun to talk to other like minded folks like yourselves. Hope you consider subscribing to our channel if you haven’t already so we can stay in touch. Blessings to you and your wife and a Happy New Year!
Rhonda and Stan
Thank you for sharing. This video answered a lot of the questions that I have about this model. My wife and I have started looking and are looking for trailer that is half-ton towable with space.
Hi Craig! Thank you for watching! We are happy to know this answered a lot of questions for you and your wife in your search for a travel trailer. We actually had sold a 2020 Jayco Jayflight 212qb a few months before buying this one because there wasn't enough space. This model gives us the extra 3 feet in the slide and an extra 3+ feet in the length and we feel it's been perfect for us. My husband just purchased a Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Duramax Diesel, but for the first year we towed this trailer with our half ton without any problems. We were just getting up on the mileage and, without a warranty on the half ton, Stan started to get a little anxious about traveling across country. (Atleast that's what he told me, lol) Let us know if we can help answer any other questions in your consideration of this trailer. Blessings! Rhonda and Stan
Waving a hand from Kingman. I travel for work and looking for a newer travel trailer. I used to work for Citizens Utility's from 99 and when TEP bought us out ... Became UES till 2017. Been working outside line construction from 2017 through present. Thank you for a great video. God Bless you both and Family.
Get that new travel trailer!! We are not guaranteed tomorrow. Thank you so much for watching our video!! Stan and Rhonda
Appreciate your walk through.. We have a new TT only 19ft but loaded with all the goodies. Have slightly over 4k miles on it; Took delivery back early Feb 2021; We wanted to stay small and light. We do distance towing and being light through hills or mountains. Yet after towing some; I'm OK with getting bigger. Have out eyes on the 22MLE Imagine. Towing with 2020 GMC Elevation Half-ton Crew Cab. Nice home parking... .. We have a cement guy coming to lay down a slab. We feel the heat here in Miami also ..blessings on your next adventures.
Jesse, Thank you for your comment!!! We did the same and bought a 2020 Jayco Jayflight Baja edition and it was about 22 feet. Too small and we sold it after six months. We tow our 2021 Imagine 2500RL with a 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew cab. It does great with no problems. Thanks for watching!! Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures Yes I hear this allot still to small. Our 19 has bunks inside; My wife had this idea the older kids would join us LOL NOT .. Happy Wife Happy Life lol .. Thankfully she gets it now.
You guys are awesome! Love the video thinking about this unit seriously. This was really informative and helpful. Please keep them coming.
P.S.: I love my mountain bikes, what do you 2 ride. If you feel like sharing.
Hello, thank you for joining us. Sorry it took so long to get back to you. We are so glad we can help. The bikes we have currently are Giant Emountain Bikes. Rhonda's bike is called the LIV Intrigue and I have the Trance EX Pro2. Blessing, Stan and Rhonda
Thanks for all the helpful information. We know what to look out for. You guys rock! Keep the videos coming!
Awe!! Thank you Terry for your support. It is comments like yours that inspire us to continue on this wonderful journey. Stan and Rhonda
Driving 3.5 hours to pick up our 2500rl saturday 3/18/23 Thank you all.
Congratulations Tim! How exciting 👏 We are well into year 3 with ours and still LOVE it! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. You can email us at overthehilladventure@gmail.com anytime. Did the dealer include a weight distribution hitch by chance? ~ Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures They did. The Reese 14-8030 round bar weight distribution hitch.
We have a 2500RL too!!
We use plastic busing tubs under the table benches, they slide in and out easily and contain anything that might spill out. Tether the rear one with a small rope or string and it’s easy to pull it forward.
Simple solutions are always best, great video!
Hi Jason! Thanks so much for that great tip about the busing tubs. 👍 That is a great solution to access items stored under the dinette seats. Going to get some before our next trip. Merry Really appreciate your contribution to our channel. This community is amazing. Love how we help each other. How long have you had your 2500RL? We LOVE ours so much. Hard to beat that “en-suite” bathroom right? 😂👏
Safe travels to you!
Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures We took delivery one year ago this month, headed to Quartzite AZ next week !! have a great Valentine’s weekend!!
Love your channel you are awesome!
We have had a trailer toy hauler )Weekend Warrior) for 21yrs. We bought a new one in March Cruiser Stryker 2613 they told us to expect sawdust for quite awhile I feel your pain 😲😃
There is a company we have used for the slide drawers called Shelves that Slide you give them the measurements and they make them you could do that for the under storage area. My husband installed ours, but not too bad on price and well made.
We are keeping it local for the test runs Happy travels!! 👍🏻
Tammy, Thank you so much for your encouraging comment! We appreciate it very much! So maybe we are nearing the end of our sawdust days if they told you 6 months. Lol 🙌 That’s nice to know! I will be looking into that company that makes sliding drawers for sure. My husband is very handy and could install them once they were made too I’m sure. Thank you for that info! I love that we are all able to share with each other and help each other out. Great community ♥️ Happy and safe travels to you and yours! Keep in touch. Rhonda and Stan
Nice overview! I just changed out one door window to a Lippert shade. The kit included 16 white plastic shims that are inserted into each indent in the outside frame. Look at the new frame and you’ll see they release the grippers. I used a plastic tool to pull the frame out far enough to fully insert the shims, they have to be pushed in all the way to release the grippers. I mounted the main entry shade at the top, will mount the bedroom entry shade at the bottom. The propane regulator from Amazon arrived today, the pressure gauge will be here tomorrow so I can do the necessary tests (also Amazon, $50).
Mark, you are on it!!!! Always good to hear from you. Thank you for watching and being a part of the Over The Hill Adventures family. Much love, Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures sounds like you already figured out how to remove the window. I was surprised there was a diagram but saw no mention of what to do with the shims! I plan to add pullouts to the dinette storage, will google. Considering one in the basement also. Installing the Autoformer under the entertainment center, and changing the TV arm, running BluRay to TV via HDMI & audio to Jensen. Bought clear bumpers this evening along with 3” sewer fittings to redo dumps. Feels good to be making changes that increase efficiency! BTW our AC units have the RV Airflow insert!
@@markbergthold6181 very nice Mark!! I thought about the basement myself just did not want to add the weight. Looks we are having fun!! Safe travels!!
We have a 2016 fifth wheel and we still have saw dust coming out places each time we tow it. I’ve worked for rv manufacturers for 13+ years and seen the units go down the line. The amount of debris left in the ducts, roof cavity and cabinet voids is so sad! Using a simple air chuck to blow it out isn’t sufficient. In our unit I believe a lot of the dust we find in the basement area comes out of the duct and we have a few places inside that I believe are coming in around the lights in the ceiling. We live 2 miles from Grand Design in Indiana and just returned from a 3 week trip to Spearfish, SD, Yellowstone and Moab. Amazing trip but wow our unit took quite a beating towing that far on the roads. Enjoy Yellowstone, it’s beautiful! Get in early to miss the crowds and see more wildlife. Great video, thanks for sharing!
Kelly, thanks for the awesome comment and your insight!! I can’t believe the amount of debris that is left behind in the nook and crannies not seen at first glance. I wished I live two miles from Grand Design I’m sure I would love to give them some helpful knowledge called a shop vac. We look forward to our next trip. How did you like Moab? What an awesome place. We are looking forward to seeing Yellowstone, Glacier, and the Tetons. You are exactly right!! There are no crowds if you get there earlier before everyone gets there. We experienced that in Zion. Thank you so much for sharing and being a part of Over The Hill Adventures. Until the next time, Stan and Rhonda
Moab was beautiful! Where we live it’s really flat and green so it was cool to see how different it is there. It was sooooo hot! We have a 38’ unit with two acs and it still got up to 88 degrees in our unit there. It was 109 degrees out when we left to head home on July 5th! We rented Jeeps from Barlow, awesome guys btw, and went off-road thru Arches National Park. We also did Shafer trail at Islands in the Sky in the Canyonlands. I’m not a fan of heights so it was tough for me but my family loved it! I can’t imagine people trying those trails without an outfitted Jeep or side by side! The guys and big boys in our group did Fins and Things and enjoyed it.
@@nktgordon Wow!! I’m not sure if you saw our Moab video when we did Slickrock, one and done on that one for sure. We loved Arches and Canyonlands. Rhonda was not happy with me stepping out on that cliff but what a great time and wonderful memories. Thank you again for sharing your adventure. We could not of done the heat like that. We live in Lake Havasu City, Arizona it gets hot 🥵. No way to do it in an RV. Last week it was 122 degrees. Hats off to you guys. Safe travels and thank you so much for reaching out. Stan and Rhonda
Our 2019 Lance 2375 had so much left over debris. All rv manufacturers have their issues nomatter how much you spend on them
we have 2020 2500rl and love it.
We have been all over the United States. Best couples trailer ever.
You can order a strong magnet for the door, I have a magnet that is maybe 2 inches acroos, rated for 150 lbs.
Hi Darrel, that is good to know! Thank you! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
We had the foil type shade for the bedroom door window, but found that condensation built up behind it. We ended up buying a black fabric folding type of cover with magnets from Amazon that allows you to open it in sections. Way better solution!
Great solution! We ended up buying the foil shade, but never used because Stan installed the Thin Shade on both doors of the trailer. It was an easy upgrade and we like the privacy it gives us not to mention no morning sunlight 🌞
Thanks for your contribution to our channel! ~ Rhonda and Stan
We are seniors, and if that door slammed on me, I'd be going down and bones aren't solid anymore...very good point and also about hitting the awning! Sad..OMG on those gas lines!!!
Ginger, thank you for watching our video. We have had no problems with our Travel Trailer and love it very much. Just a few things to be aware of. Thanks for stopping by. Hope we could help!! Stan and Rhonda
Funny about the sawdust, on YT channel "Switch it Up" , they are full timing since January and just did a 6 month review, 10,000 miles. They have a Grand Design 5th wheel and she said every move and they generally move every 4 or so days, she finds sawdust and can never find out from where and it's always someplace different.
Thanks for watching we appreciate you guys. Your always their with great supportive comments. At least we are not the only ones. Even in the best trailers behind the walls who knows what you will find. Apparently it’s not important to clean what you can’t see!! Thank you so much guys. Much love, Stan and Rhonda
Hi Stan and Rhonda! Thank you so much for the link to your first video. It was nice to see the tv pulled out. My husband is still doubtful about the tv placement. I think your 2021 model has the tv more ideally placed because it is lower than it is in the newest models. Stan I know you are a handy guy at fixing things. So, I am wondering if you think the tv could be put on an arm that has much more flexibility with movement? I am envisioning an arm that would pull it out more…and lower it too. I really appreciate any more help you might provide.
I am sure you can get another arm that will suit your needs. Were you able to pull out the tv in the one you looked at. You just need to make sure you get one that locks back into place so it doesn’t move during travel. There are many options out there. Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures thanks Stan! That is what I needed to hear….I am glad you believe I should be able to get a different arm!! I have another question for you about the 2500 rl. Below in one of the comments, I read something about the hitch or tongue weight that surprised me. I think the hitch weight is 581 which is good for our vehicle. Does the hitch weight change with the load? We have an SUV with a max tow weight of 8300. My husband says we want to stay a good bit under that. We do have the trailer brakes and I believe all the other necessary things to tow.
Thanks, Kellie
@@steveja4972 Hi Kellie, when they tell the hitch weight is 581lbs. That is dry weight and not fully loaded. Fully loaded the hitch weight will be closer to 800lbs. Never believe what they tell you. You want tow safely. What is the payload of your vehicle. It will be on the yellow sticker inside the driver’s door.
We bought a Grand Design Imagine 2022 2600RB I love it!
Lorie, Congratulations and welcome to the Grand Design family!! It’s such a great community! We seriously considered that model because the bathroom is huge! Best wishes to you in your travels! Thank you for watching and we hope you would consider following along on our adventures so we can stay in touch. Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventuresThank you! Yes husband and I are looking forward to becoming part of the grand design family. And of course following your adventures and making our own! Thank you Rhonda and Stan for your hospitality. Enjoy 😉
@@lorieg53 Who knows, maybe we will meet at a GD Rally some day 👏😊
@@lorieg53 Hi Lorie, Funny thing, we saw you asked a question about the dogs, but when we try to go to click on your comment it goes away so I’m answering you here, lol. We have two dogs as you may have seen. One is a Llasa Apso too and she is 8. We also have a Shih Tzu who is 12. They are very happy in their home away from home. When we ride bikes or go to explore we will leave them usually no more than 4 hours. They have their beds, water and we leave the tv on for them too, lol. We will either leave windows cracked for them or the air/heater on. We have considered getting the Waggle RV Pet Temperature Monitor which requires a subscription. We just haven’t felt we’ve needed it with only being in the road part time. Hope this helps! Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures yes you are awesome. Thank you for answering it helps tremendously. 😊
We have a grand design 297 rsts that we absolutely love so far. We've done a couple upgrades like dimmer switches and got rid of a manual fan and fan lid to put in a remote one. Going to be cutting cubby holes in our side closets but not sure how to fill the gap between the two walls
Hi Cody, That’s a great floor plan on the Reflection 297RSTS! Are you thinking of putting cubbies in like we have in ours? It’s really a nice feature to have a place to put our phones etc. It seems our wardrobe cabinets aren’t as long as yours and we have drawers under the wardrobe. The cubby is cut in behind the drawers. Not sure how you would fill that gap either honestly. If you figure it, we’d love to see it! Just food for thought, maybe consider another option. I’ll send you a link to what I’m thinking of. We bought adhesive phone holders for above our cubbies and they work great 👍 Thanks for reaching out! ~ Rhonda and Stan
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@@OverTheHillAdventures my wife and I both use a CPAP for sleep apnea so having a small cubby or shelf may not be big enough. We thought about shelving as we have a small shelf there that will hold a phone but would have to put in something larger for a CPAP but then it may block our lights. Would really like to get them out of the way too
That makes total sense to have a cubby then. Keep us posted!!
I enjoy your show. We are part-timer’s like you and have a similar setup except we chose a 2021 2600RB and love it, also the RB has no door in the bedroom to deal with!
I am surprised that one of the ugly items was not the “thermostat” on the wall. If yours is like ours the thermostat is actually in the cooler and the wall unit is only an input device. The heater fan and cooler fan both have to run in heat mode to move air past the sensor in the cooler. If you boondock at all this is a real problem. I solved this by replacing the wall unit (along with the controller in the air conditioner) with a standard analog thermostat that independently controlls heating and cooling.
Bruce, your going find this hysterical. I had that stupid thermostat on video because I thought I would confuse people I decided to cut it out. I totally agree with you!! I’m going to look into what you did. Thanks for the comment and your knowledge. We appreciate your support and watching. Till the next time, Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures You will need to replace the controller in the Air Conditioner and it would help to have some basic HVAC background. I purchased the upgraded controller from e-trailer which has wiring for an analog thermostat. You can reuse the existing wires. www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/Furrion/FACC12SA-BL.html
@@bwilkerson thank you!! My son and my son in law are HVAC engineers. They should be able to help. Thanks again.
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Great video! We watched your other video of your first walk through of your trailer and were waiting for the part where you show us what it looks like with the slide in. Lol. We want to be able to stop and eat at a rest stop, but it looks like the fridge isn’t accessible when the slide is in?
Hi Lynne, thank you so much for watching our video. sorry you are right!! However, if you watch our Grand Design Image Winter Adventure I will send you the link. Go to 38:57 seconds. Rhonda showed you do have access to the refrigerator!!! Yay!!! Stan and Rhonda
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Thanks! Reading your replies to other’s comments, I can see that you guys are very helpful! Appreciate that! 😊
@@WDWisHome we have no problem accessing the refrigerator. The two doors give you access to the bathroom. What we do at the rest stop is pop out the slide out a foot. That allows us to go to the bathroom from the back. Best of luck on your decision. Have a blessed day, Stan and Rhonda
What surge protector did you buy? Thanks for the update on the camper!! Love your videos!
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Nancy, they are on sale at TechnoRv!!! These surge protectors are really good in my opinion and it is what I have. I checked Amazon it’s about $80 more at Amazon.
I am. Actually purchasing One this coming up weekend. I cannot wait to be a part of the grand design family and this floor plan in this RV is awesome. I've been watching your videos to learn more about this RV and the likes and dislikes. And I do have a question because I see a lot of walk through videos but I would love to know if this RV has a dual septic hose. Setup. Or a single all-in-one septic hose set up because I? Haven't? Actually went to the dealership and looked but I will be doing that on friday
Hi Mike, thank you for joining us. You only one septic gate valve. These are your capacities. You have a 52 gallon fresh water tank, 45 gallon black tank, and two gray tanks each holds 45 gallons for an amazing amount gray capacity of 90 gallons. Hope this helps Stan and Rhonda
@OverTheHillAdventures Thank you I really appreciate Is all the great knowledge And storage ideas from your videos👍🏻👍🏻
Just bought a 2024.
Awesome! You will love it!! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Stan and Rhonda we love your videos. We have a Grand Design 2022 2600RB Imagine. We are very happy with our rig. As with any RV it does take awhile to work out the bugs. Our dinette configuration and table is like yours. We have mastered the raising and lowering of the table but are not pleased with the wobble of the table in the up position. I know that the table has adjusting feet but since the dinette area is carpet it is difficult to minimize the wobble. Have you had this problem and what did you do to rectify? Thanks in advance for your input.
Hello Tommy, the table is not my favorite. You can’t keep it up while driving. We always have to strap. Basically showing how wobbly it is. Thank you for your kind words and joining us. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda
Just bought a 2022. Will take delivery 7/12/2022.
Congratulations Cary! That’s exciting news! Your model will be a little different from ours since you will have the extra window under the TV and the extra counter space. You will love it! It’s just the perfect size trailer if you ask us. Welcome to the Grand Design Family! Just a word of advice, be sure to check things like the frame, slide, water heater, a/c, heating system and the appliances to make sure they are all in working order before you drive off . Feel free to reach out if you have any questions once you pick it up. 👍
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Hi! Love your review! Do you have a video which shows the tv placement while watching it from the sofa? My husband is reluctant to even consider this tt simply because the tv is not in front of the sofa. Thanks! Kellie
Hi Kellie, actually the tv pulls out. I have no problem watching the tv it’s placement is really good. Rhonda sits closer to the door so the tv is closer to her. We do have a video showing the tv placement I just can’t remember which one. Stan and Rhonda
Kellie, watch our first video, Finally. Skip through until you get to Rhonda showing the inside.
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I’m waiting to see a 2970 that’s coming into the dealership. It would be great to compare them. What a difficult decision, they are all so nice!!
Hi Linda! We really love the 2970 as you heard in the video. We would have had to buy a bigger truck if we went that route and Stan wanted to stay under 30 feet anyway. That alone has made it easier to find camping spots. Keep us posted on your journey to find a new trailer! Thanks for watching! Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
We special ordered a 2970 this morning! They have 2 coming into the dealership but had the dinette and we wanted the booth/bed for our grandson. I bought an under bed storage tub for shoes in the dinette of our last RV and we used the other side for cases of water and soda.
@@lindac9347 Congratulations!!! That is so exciting! How long till you get it? We had to wait about 2 1/2 months. Felt like forever. We would have done the same with the dinette. We have had our grown kids sleep on it and with a mattress pad they were very comfy. I have to look into the under dinette storage bin someday. 👍 Thanks for letting us know about your trailer! Super excited for you guys 🤗 Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures They estimated about 4 months. We’ll have time to have it all outfitted and prepped for Springtime camping 🏕 great idea-I’ll get a pad for that booth /bed thanks! 😊
They have a mini shade with suction cups that would work on those door windows.
Hi Larry, We actually haven't seen mini shades with the suction cups before. Wow, they think of everything! We did end up changing out the windows in both doors with the Thin Shades and it has made a world of difference. The sunlight no longer shines on us in the morning in the bedroom, and I like having the light come into the living area. Thanks for watching and we appreciate your contribution to this video. Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
When your dropping 30 grand plus on a trailer, all the issues you pointed out, is ridiculous. Especially the safety issues. Your right, a little kids hand in that door, if it were to slam, you’d be on your way to the ER.
Thank you for watching. We love our Grand Design Imagine. We have have traveled 21,000 miles all over the country.
All RV’s have little issues that need to be fixed. Sometimes what appears to be a good idea fails when it gets out in the field. Thank you for your comment. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda
Many great tips but couldn’t find your kitchen storage ideas I know there is one you made! Looking for can storage rack??
Hi there! Thank you for your kind comments! I will send you links to my storage ideas 💡 and the one with can rack 👍 Thanks for watching and reaching out! ~ Rhonda
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Our door thing broke off too. First week.
Hi Stan & Ronda I’m so happy I found you! We have been looking at the Grand Design trailers. I am also on the fence with the model. 2500RL or the 2600RB. It’s the two door option we had that with our old trailer. Can I ask what made you
choose yours over the other? Thanks! Claudia
Hello Claudia, the reason we went with the 2500RL was the big window in the back. With all the windows in the slide it just gives you a wonderful open feeling. The other reason was having the bathroom in between the kitchen and the bedroom. It is like having an en-suite. The separation is wonderful for getting dressed or just taking a nap. It allows you to separate yourself from the living and kitchen area. Also, If you have guest, it allows privacy with the two barn doors. I hope this helps. We love our 2500RL it is really hard to beat. Thank you for joining us on our adventures. Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures thank you! You both are so up beat love it. Yes the big window is a plus, takes away the “cave” feeling, the local dealer here doesn’t have the theater seats just removable ottoman. ☹️
@@claudiafletcher9871 we ordered ours with the trailer. Worth the extra money. Thank you for your kind words.
Thank you for your review walk through. We are just starting our research and shopping for our 1st tt. Really like this Floorplan because of bathroom location and bedroom door. We are early risers and wanted to be able to exit trailer without disturbing any guests that might join us.
I like the trailer the question I have is how good is the view of the t v ? I mean from the theater seating. THANKS FOR THE VIDEO
Hi Wayne, Our view of the tv from the theater seating is truly great. As you saw, we have the 2021 model, but before they raised the tv, added more counter space and added an extra window. I imagine the tv arm extension is the same, which works great from both recliners, but the tv is now placed a little higher. Probably not a problem if you are watching from a reclined position with the heat and massage features going, lol. There is also a place to mount a tv in the bedroom which we haven’t done because we haven’t felt the need. Please keep us posted on what you decide. Thanks for watching!! Rhonda and Stan
Storage under the booth. Get under the bed storage boxes at Walmart. they're mad e for Christmas stuff. Some have wheels.
Gotcha! I know exactly what you are talking about. Thanks for the tip 👏👍 ~ Rhonda and Stan
We looked at a Grand Design today and loved it. How do you secure it so no one else can hook up and take off in your trailer? That is a big question I have.
We have a tongue lock 🔒 However, we never stay at places we have to worry about locking it. Thieves can cut through everything. I have a huge chain that I chain my mountain bikes to the front of the tongue. I have also seen them put large chains and chain the wheels together. Anything that can slow the process down. After 27 years in law enforcement, thieves look 👀 for the easy target. Make it difficult and they will go to the next. I hope this helps. Stan and Rhonda
I would velcro a piece of black velcro to it or something that would not allow the arm to hit hard.
Another good tip! Thank you!
Love ours. 2020 2500rl. My husband had Alzheimer’s so the large bathroom is a huge plus, now that he is at the point of needing help in the shower and potty. The only difference in mine and yours is that mine lacks the cubbies next to the bed. I cut my own cause I had to have somewhere for my Cpap. I’m still debating if I might take out the two back visions and the ottamon from the dinnett.
Hello Melissa, you might be happier taking out the dinette and placing a fold out couch or even just a standard table and chairs. I know there are some who don't use the dinette because it is difficult to get in and out. They take it out dinette and replace it with a couch or theater seats. This will gives you more room. Just a thought. Thank you for watching our video. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda
Curious… what type of sway bar assembling are you using , are you happy with it, and approximately what did it cost including installation please?
Victoria, we have a Blue Ox Pro Track. We negotiated in with the deal when we bought our trailer. Very happy with it. Certainly not the top of the line but no issues after traveling 20,000 miles. They cost about $560.00 on Amazon
The door by the bedroom should open the other way and guy can keep the awning.
Gloria, first day out I broke off the door clip. A year goes by and I decided to replace the bedroom door handle. Guess what happened on our last trip. Forgot I clipped it to keep it away from the awning and broke it again. So we agree with you! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda
My wife and I are looking at the 2600RB and the 2500RL to purchase. The biggest concern I have with the 2500RL is the amount of windows in the back living area. Obviously it is great to view the outside but with that many windows is the A/C able to keep the inside of the trailer cool when the outside is very hot? Also keep the the inside warm when it is cold outside? The windows are not as good an insulator as a solid wall. The 2500RL has many more windows than the 2600RB. Great video! Thanks.
Michael, we live in Arizona where it is really hot. When my kids visit, some of them stay in the trailer and no problem keeping it at 73 degrees. Our trailer has a Furrion 15K BTU air conditioning and it cranks. Most of the time in the winter we seldom use the heater. It gets too hot and will blow you out of the trailer. In Yellowstone it got down in the 20’s. All we used was a portable heater. Kept it nice at 60 degrees. Wake up turn on the heater in minutes it’s 75 degrees. The Imagine 2500RL is truly a four season travel trailer. Let us know what you decide. We hope this helps. Thanks for watching, Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures Thanks for the answer! We'll let you know. We appreciate the the videos.
how does the hot water heater hold up? we have a tankless system in our toyhauler but we are looking at getting into a grand design like this one and wanted to know if the water heater can handle it or should I also replace it right away?
Mark, for us the hot water heater is great!! 6 gallon hot water heater more than enough hot water for Rhonda to wash her hair. Great for couples not for a family. Thank for watching!! Stan and Rhonda
We would really like to buy this RV. We keep coming back to this model time and time again. What truck do you use to pull it?
Casey, we used to pull it with a 1/2 ton 2016 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab. We always made sure we towed under weight. We bought a new tow vehicle a Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Duramax Turbo Diesel. Way to much touch for this trailer. However, it is such a joy to tow without worrying about weight. If you keep going back to the Imagine 2500RL then that’s the one for you. We love ours and it fits in in every National Park and State Park. The bathroom is the total game changer. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda
Torn between the 2600RB and the 2500RL. I am really worried about the TV viewing from the sofa area. Has anyone changed out the TV mount to give you more play in positioning?
Hi Sara, to be brutally honest, we have the old style 2021 Imagine 2500RL. We have no issues watching the TV. The new design 2500RL has the TV mounted higher and may be a little uncomfortable to watch. However, we love our 2500RL the bathroom sits in between the bedroom and kitchen which allows for the big back window. All that natural light and views come in the trailer. Thank you for watching. Stan and Rhonda
Hi! I’ve enjoyed your videos! My husband and I recently retired and we want to get an RV. After months of research, we are also looking at the grand design 2500 RL model. We are wondering what you are pulling it with and if you are pulling it with a half ton pick up truck? If so, have you taken it to the mountains? Overall, what has your experience been with the camper and how does it tow? Thank you! Happy Holidays🎄
Brenda, thank you for watching our videos. We absolutely love our 2500RL and it works perfect for a couples trailer. For the last year and 10,000 miles we towed our Imagine 2500RL with a 2016 Chevrolet 1500 Crewcab 4X4 half ton. The gross weight of the trailer is 7,200 lbs. We towed our trailer perfectly. We had weight a distribution hitch. Had no problem go up into very step mountains. Your truck needs to be equipped with trailer brakes. However, this year we bought we bought a 2022 2500HD Duramax Turbo Diesel. The new truck doesn’t even feel the trailer. The thing you need to pay attention about in a half ton truck is the payload of your truck. It is listed in the inside of your driver’s door on a yellow sticker. You can never go over that weight. That is the weight your truck can handle, passengers, the weight you have in the bed of your truck, a full tank of gas, the weight of your hitch, and the weight of the tongue of your trailer. The payload of my 1/2 ton was 1635lbs I was always close to to my max payload towing my 2500RL. My new truck has a payload of 3300lbs double. I don’t have to worry anymore how much I put in my truck like I did with the 1/2. I hope this made sense to you. So the bottom line is yes you can tow with a 1/2 ton but you have to know your weight to tow safely. Thank you for your great questions. If you decide to buy a 2500RL you will be absolutely happy. Please if you have anymore questions please ask. Stan and Rhonda
@@OverTheHillAdventures This was very very helpful! Neither my husband or myself have a lot of experience with towing and heavy duty trucks. Thanks for giving me all the details! I like to go off the beaten path and want to know we are towing safely. It’s also great to know how much you like the 2500 RL. We also had a Jayco but sold it in hopes of purchasing something a little bigger but still under 30’. Safe travels!!! Brenda😊
@@brendaguertin-fritz2069 your welcome Brenda !!! because we were just under 30 feet we had no problems at all getting in the some of the National Parks.
The awing should be further out towards the front right just like mine is
Hello Rick, I agree! Thanks for watching. Stan and Rhonda
We just bought a 2022 Keystone Passport. The shower door is the same. I'm going to figure out some kind of a latch for it. I touched the door from the inside and it snapped close. Scared the crap of me. I wasn't looking at it lol.
Hey Rick, that’s pretty funny! I only did it once. I don’t touch it anymore while in the shower. You can get a regular shower curtain with big plastic rings. That would work great. Thank you for watching. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda
Great video! I'm looking at grand design myself I'm leaning toward the 2610ml. I have a half ton sierra with the 5.3 engine. Glad to hear your towing with a similar truck. My door sticker says max trailer weight is 9200. I watched the video you did on the how much you can tow. The 2610ml has a gvwr 7995 uvw 6274. I'm also planning on using a pro pride no sway hitch. Does this sound reasonable to you?
Greg, It is only my opinion I am not an expert. The most important thing you need to look at is what is your payload. You can never change the payload of your truck it was engineered by the manufacturer. Can you tow that trailer with your truck? Absolutely!! The question is and only you can answer this for yourself can you tow it safely? It has been my experience that lots of people load their trailers way above payload and the max gvwr. Which makes it unsafe to tow. Having said that, I tow my trailer with 2.5 gallons of water in the tank never overload the trailer and make sure I’m below the manufacture’s payload for my truck. I get on a Cat scale and check to make sure. We have no sway when truckers pass us and we have driven in high winds with no problem. You must make sure you have trailer brakes set up correctly ours came with the truck. I feel absolutely safe towing our rig. So in my opinion you can reasonably tow this trailer as long as it does not exceed your payload. Thank you for your great question!! I hope I was able to help you. I know I gave you a lot to think about. If I can help with any other questions please let me know. Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures thanks Stan. Great channel!
No! Very bad idea!! Plane snd simple, I am also looking at the 2610ML and Grand Design has discontinued that model so I am not sure if there is one available for you after I buy the last one!!!! Lol
@@rvlifewiththemuirs 😂 Well, ok, if you can find one, it’s yours! Lol. We didn’t know they were discontinuing that model. Wonder what is going to replace it. 🤔. Are you guys downsizing? Looks like you have a Solitude in your profile pic. Thanks for watching and reaching out! Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures My wife has recently become disabled and we are not able to travel like we were hoping so we need yo sell the Solitude 377MBS. We have an RV trader but have yet to have any serious buyers. Check out the Imagine XLS 22 ML very similar trailer just 4 feet shorter.
We bought a 2021 Grand Design 2500RL just like yours except no cubby hole on the bed. 😕 Also I am going to get.the bumper stoppers for the cabinets. I don't think it is good for them to have the handles scraping on the other cabinets. Thanks for the tip. We travel with our table down.
Catherine, Sorry about no cubby holes. We were surprised we got them! How about your kitchen? Did it come with the new design, the added window and extended counter top? Ours did not, but we like the way it is with the tv more at eye level. The little silicone bumpers are great and you’re right, that can’t be good for the cabinets and our dogs didn’t like the banging sound at all 🐶 Thanks for watching and safe travels to you!! Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures no we didn't get the new extended counter with the added window. But we like it the way it is without that. It is a great trailer. We love it.
Cargo capacity of truck?
Measured tongue weight fully loaded including dual battery’s, propane and wd hitch?
Payload of the truck 1635lbs. We weighed our entire rig on a Cat scale. The Cat scale takes out the guess work of weight. Fully loaded our trailer weighed 7,235lbs. We were under our payload. Calculating bodies inside of vehicle with a full tank of gas. Thanks for watching and stopping by. Stan and Rhonda
We just put a deposit on this one. We are going from a Lance to this. Because of the bathroom. Want to ask you questions bathroom little cubby how do you use?
Hi Tammy, I truly can say the bathroom in the 2500RL will not disappoint 👏 I love it because it’s like an en-suite and offers so much room to move around. I’m sending you a few links to my storage idea videos. The first link will show you the bins I use in those cubbies. The top cubby I use for towels and the bottom one is toilet paper, feminine products and misc. items in a small tray. Let me know if you have any other questions. We are excited for your new purchase! Keep us posted 😁 ~ Rhonda
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Did you put an air lift on your Silverado or is the suspension stock pulling that??
Mike, thank you for your question? Yes, I installed an Airlift 5000. Gave our half ton a stable ride. The weight distribution hitch is a must!! Thank you for watching our video. If you watch our earlier video Are you saggin specs and mods, that will give you the specifications on our trailer and the modifications I did on the truck. I felt I had the perfect sit-up. Thank you again, Stan and Rhonda
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Here is a link for you to our other video.
Time to mount that cam, and see where the dust is coming from?
Unfortunately we know because every time we open something there is someone’s mess they forgot to clean. Just at little shop vac would of helped while building the trailer
What engine do you have in your half ton Chevy? Thanks
I have the 5.3L plenty of power no issues going up hills. Great work horse!! Thank you watching and your question. Stan
Is there a way to lock the hitch on the truck when it’s not hooked. Up to the camper? That sucker is heavy to remove each time and I’ve had someone steal my ball and hitch before.
Mary, yes they sell locking hitch pins. Check on Amazon. Hope this helps. Stan and Rhonda
Do you know if you can tow with them or do you have to switch them back to the other hitch pin?
@@Tamingthewildblueberries you can tow with it no problem.
Thank you so much for your help.
@@Tamingthewildblueberries anytime! ❤️
Could you pull an UTV trailer behind the trailer?
I’m sure you can if you upgrade the rear trailer bumper. Currently it barely holds the spare tire. Thanks for watching!! Stan and Rhonda
Hi Stan & Rhonda, we just bought a 2022 2500RL in Apache Junction. We live in Tucson, Az. My brother and his wife lived in Lake Havasu for 15 years after retiring from the fire dept. where he operated a jet-ski shop out on the island until his passing five years ago. I will be pulling out RL with a 4x4 quad cab Tundra 5.7L. Have you done any extras to your Chevy as in Airbags? I will be using the Blue Ox BXW1500LB Sway Bar system. Keith & Susan
Hi Keith, can you tell me what your payload is on your truck. It should be on a yellow sticker on the inside of the drivers door. The tongue weight for 2500RL including the weight distribution hitch fully loaded is going to be about 900lbs. I would definitely get airbags. I had the Airlift 5000 airbags when I had my 1/2 ton. Stan
My original window sticker listed at 1540 payload capacity. I have airbags installed...
@@AZDodgeViper you can never change the payload of your truck. I would definitely get airbags. However, you are threading a needle. The 2500RL unloaded is about 5,800lbs. Fully loaded 7,400lbs. Your truck is more than capable of towing the trailer. The problem is your payload. Be very careful how cargo weight you put in your truck. The airbags will allow you to tow level and give you stability. What doesn’t do is allow more cargo weight in your truck to tow safely. If you go over your payload and you have an accident you could be liability for to towing over your payload.
Here is my suggestion when towing. Alway know your weight. I went to a Cat Scale to be sure. Like said before fully load tongue weight is about 900lbs fully loaded. That gives you another 600 left you could put in your truck including passengers and gas so your very close. The trailer holds 52 gallons of water. That’s about 420lbs. So I traveled with the little water in the tank. Just enough to use the bathroom during the trip. Being that water tank is the front of the trailer. This will definitely help. I was always thinking about weight with my 1/2 ton. Where payload comes in to play is your braking system. Smaller rotors smaller brakes ect. They become hot when coming down a mountain. That was the scary part for me. Make sure you have E rated tires on your truck. I hope this helps.
Thank you Stan. I do have E1 rated new tires. We most likely will step up to a 3/4 ton. I also have a tonque scale and registered with Cat Scale. We plan for now not to haul any water. Jjj
@@AZDodgeViper you’ll be fine we traveled all over the Pacific Northwest
With our 1/2. Mt. Rainier, Crater Lake, Glacier National Park and Yellowstone. Make sure your trailer brakes are in good condition. Just being aware is the important part. I was OCD on my weight and had no problems at all. Safe travels reach out any time!
There was a recall on those handles. They are horrible!!! I would get scratched all the time. Grand Design sent us all new handles that are curved instead of pointed.
Gloria, when we were in Elkhart we decided not to the new handles. So we opted out. They will reimburse you for handles of your choice. Thank you for your comment. Stan and Rhonda
Use a pool noodle to cover your gas lines
I’m not sure if that will work for the long run. However, it’s a great idea! Thanks for the comment! Stan
Our 2021 GD has been nothing but bad! It's been in the shop for over 4 months now (including a trip back to the factory). It has major issues that GD likes to argue with you over - don't buy a GD!
@talonid It’s so disheartening to hear you are having nothing but trouble with your GD. When we buy these RV’s they are supposed to be our means for escape and adventure, not what you are experiencing. 😩Please don’t let this deter you from owning an rv and getting on track to finding your new adventure. Life has a way of wanting to hold us back sometimes, but we hope you persevere, resolve this quickly and get out there on the road soon. Keep us posted if you will. Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures what a nice response! This is our 4th RV. There will be another one - might need to suck it up and buy an Airstream next go around.
@@TalonID Well, funny you say that, we just toured our friend’s Airstream 33 foot Classic and WOW!! We couldn’t believe how spacious it felt and the quality of the interior is top of the line. We plan on putting that video out here in the next few weeks so keep your eyes open for it. 🤗
Did you say the DOG can take a blow from the wind slamming the door? Hell no you did not.
Costa, Oh goodness no! Stan said an ADULT may be able to take a blow like that but not a small child or a baby. We have two small dogs that travel with us and the door concerns us for their safety too. We are glad you reached out and we were able to clarify. Thank you for watching so closely! Rhonda and Stan