Mini Bunkhouse! 2021 Jayco 174BH Jay Flight SLX Travel Trailer RV Review
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- čas přidán 22. 08. 2024
- 2021 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 7 174BH Bunkhouse Travel Trailer
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FINALLY! Jayco has made their smallest members of the Jay Flight travel trailer family 6'6" inside! This not only ads some welcome open space in the living area, but also some much needed headroom in the showers of these campers for taller RV'ers like myself!
This is a fairly standard layout that nearly ever RV manufacturer produces, so it really is the "confidence factors" in things like Jayco's unrivaled warranty & coverage, JaySMART Safety Lighting, and Goodyear Tires that make the difference here! That awesome front window never hurts either!
2021 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 7 174BH Travel Trailer Specs:
Cargo 675
GVWR 3750
Hitch 300
Height 9' 2"
Ceiling 6' 6"
Width 7' 0"
Awning 10'
Fresh 20
Gray 19.9
Black 19.9
H20 Htr 6
Goodyears 87mph
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I watch almost all of your videos for your humor and knowledge, even if I have no interest in the camper you are showing. I am working on getting a camper in a year or so and I have learned so much from your videos since I started watching them about a year ago. Knowledge is power...at least the power in knowing you are getting the camper you really want and not buying one from just a fancy sales pitch. You always tell the good and the...well, what another camper might do better. 😁 And you do it with humor and an upbeat attitude so it's NEVER boring!! Keep it up Josh!!! Thank you!!
Thx greatly :)
Glad you did a video for this trailer. We just bought the 184bs Baja edition (first travel trailer, upgraded from a pop up) and we love it! Plenty of room for a family of 4 and a dog ( we don't spend much time in the trailer, kids are outside all day). We have to be organized with how we store things but we make it work. Kids love the bunks, we get a big bed with a privacy curtain and the pantry holds a tonne of food. We find the slide out helps add more storage and function. Also, he didn't show it, but there is a storage space under the bottom bunk!
Also forgot to mention, we like how the bunk beds are on the right hand side so my wife and I can sit by fire and talk without waking kids up
This is the Model and Floor Layout that I like...
BUT, just a couple changes would make it PERFECT...
1.) Remove Microwave - not needed for myself
2.) Install a gas oven for baking
3.) Flooring, needs to be lighten up some, a Sandstone thick Linoleum would be PERFECT!
4.) Yes, the bathtub is nice, but, notice the walls inside are exposed, they should be covered as well as ONE PIECE with the Tub to prevent Rot and Mildew.
Aside that, PERFECT... :) Ommmmm, would Jayco do such changes on this model for a custom???
Ty for the input Pax!!
@@JoshtheRVNerd I am seriously looking at this Model by Jayco.... and trying to gather as much data as possible about it's build, especially for Cold Weather States...
This looks perfect. Large enough for now for us and kids and will fit in driveway and easy on my ram
Suggestion for the Storage Cupboards over the bed... latches where you push it in to lock it, then push it again to unlock it.
Watch your videos all the time from Canada! Great job reviewing :)
Awesome! Thank you!
Jayco definitely my favorite brand. Thank you so much on these videos. I think u sold me on buying one these to live full time in. I like these bunkbeds. I would remove those bunkbeds to make it into storage closet. Slide a aluminum ladder in the bed storage. Definitely not fan of those slides units tho.
TY for watching! This video is a bit dated currently.
Here's footage for a 2023 model czcams.com/video/iCCXk5efmWE/video.html
And I have updated 2024 footage coming soon
I got one of this!! I love it so far!! Omg your video was great!! You did very good job explaining everything!!
Ty!!
Does the dinette turn in to a bed?
This is the kind of camper I am looking for! This video was so helpful.
My pleasure!
Always liked this model, but also like the bunkhouse door and bigger fridge on the wolf pup
We carry both thankfully. Some folks REALLY don't like that cargo door. To each their own!!
@@JoshtheRVNerd For us, it would be very handy. My son and I race BMX bicycles all over the country and that door would be a GREAT place to safely transport and store bicycles on a race weekend.
Nice small updates, the outside door handle is way bigger and better and a taller ceiling WAOW! That being said i'll keep my old one lol!
They've done a nice job of applying some small/smart tweaks here as it really didn't need any major "revisions"
I loved this new video!
Thanks to the author.
I will wait for new works on the channel !!!
I'm glad you like it! We have PLENTY coming out! -Josh the RV Nerd
my dream trailer..
When you have a small trailer that sleep 4-6 people, you need a refrigerator with enough space to feed them. I’m very surprised that we haven’t seen a larger 5-6 cu ft fridge with an elevated prep space?
Is it me, it is this the only camper that has bunkhouse that fits a tow vehicle with a 3500lb capacity?
Other models seem to fit on overall weight, but tongue weight is always over 350lbs.
I've got a Model Y and it tows like a champ due to its low center of gravity and heavy weight. Range is limited, but this class of camper is perfect for semi-local camping (within 100 mile range).
Wolf pup is super hitch heavy, what a shame :(
Yeah it's becoming rare. Most single axles used to find themselves around 2800-2900lbs
They keep creeping up every year
@@JoshtheRVNerd EV buyers are looking for solutions, and they tend to have the disposable income.
I really tried to get myself back into a gas car. But after owning a Leaf for 9 years, feels like such a backward step in technology.
Changing only wiper blades, tires, and adding washer fluid for 200k+ miles is my kind of maintenance schedule :)
Hopefully Jayco doesn't increase the weight in the 2022 model. With increasing adoption of EVs I know I'm not the only one looking for something a little lighter and more aerodynamic.
We have a MY and just got this exact towable, we found one used. hopefully the range isn’t too much of an issue. Very excited to camp with this, it’s our first camper.
Josh,
Is there an option to mount the air conditioner on the roof? Also, can I add a ladder and is it roof a walk on roof?
*ROOF AIR?* Available. Optional. It will occupy that ceiling vent in the living area.
*LADDER?* No. There's no structure in the rear wall set to accept one. Weirdly normal in single axle RVs
*WALKABLE ROOF:* Always on a Jayco. Yes sir.
Crazy this has more counter space than trailers double its price...
Do you nowhere to get OEM ceiling panels for a 2021 jayco SLX 8 264BH ? I also need some interior trim pieces cabinet doors touch up marker or paint for walls and doors
I think if you call a Jayco store with your VIN that'll be your best bet
Either dual lp tanks or a larger one would be nice. It looks like a single 20#. Still a great looking camper.
Single 20 on this is correct. That's an easy one for our team to handle here thankfully!
i have to buy a smaller trailer in the next month. i love your videos but can you add the length. not always included. thank you. this is perfect but the fridge is way too small
I include all the specs provided by the MFG at the time of the posting. Our team can always dig a little deeper for you in return for the fair shake at working with you!
Would I be able to tow this with a 2016 Kia Sorento AWD?
How does this trailer do with ventilation? Does it have a ceiling fan to outside? Do windows open? I live in Arkansas and we like to maximize airflow as much as possible. And if the Jayco doesn’t do that well, what would you recommend? (For a compact travel trailer that sleeps 4 and comes in under 3500lbs). Informative videos, thanks!
No fans, but two vents for adding
All windows open for air, but these campers no longer have front windows
Appreciate your reviews!!! 1)Can this model be wired for a backup camera, and 2) can that vent in the bathroom have a fan??
These are now standard setup for rear and side camera for 2022!!
Even if an RV has no backup camera prep there are easy kits that mount to a clearance light and use its power for the camera available
We keep them on the shelf all the time
too small for my family, but i do like it.
Here's one that's a little bigger bit.ly/3JSpMRa
Nice.
We got a this Jayco flight Baja. I just can't find out if this is a full season trailer?
It 100% is not
Nice trailer, don't like the wall attached table. Looks cheap. Increased height is a real plus. Now if they would go with an 8 foot width instead of 7, and loose the slant in the wall at the bottom of the rear below the bumper, that would be awesome.
Jayco already makes a line of 8ft trailers. In fact it's the most successful travel trailer ever to exist in history.
These are intentionally made smaller for light duty vehicles
thumbs up for the Lizzo tie in! Thanks for the informative video.
lol I always wonder who's going to catch this random stuff I throw in to entertain myself :)
Great review sucks I live in Arizona but it was good. Thank you
Wow. That 5th Wheel in the background at around 13mins is rather large.
Yep! Large front bath & a half model we just sold thru our A1 RV Consignment program headed out to its new home.
@@JoshtheRVNerd May the new owner enjoy many happy times!
Can you tell us what is the hitch height of this trailer please?
Sure thing -- here you go!
Cargo 675
GVWR 3750
Hitch 300
Height 9' 2"
Ceiling 6' 6"
Width 7' 0"
Awning 10'
Fresh 20
Gray 19.9
Black 19.9
H20 Htr 6
Goodyears 87mph
Hello Josh! I have a 2021 Jayco 184BS. I’m doing cold weather camping and I’m having some serious condensation on the windows AND screens!! I have a dehumidifier going to help with the condensation but there’s still moisture and I’m afraid of it messing up my walls. What do you suggest??!!!
That's not a model that was made for a lot of cold camp use in mind. Best you can do is potentially add a 2nd dehumidifier and perhaps some of those "Damp Rid" buckets to keep the moisture down.
The good news is you'll have to really let that go a long, long time with the RV feeling like a sauna to really mess anything up. Just keep doing what you're doing, but consider doing a little more of it.
Try to keep things like cooking in the camper to a minimum.
@@JoshtheRVNerd thanks Josh for getting back to me so quickly and on a Sunday! You guys are the best!!
Josh,
Looking at the 21’ 184BS Baja. Whats the benefit of the enclosed belly? Thanks!
Quick notes: It's not a heated belly on those. Just enclosed. Protection from critters/road debris. SLIGHT boost vs. cold temps, but nothing significant there as it's not insulated
Is the taller 6'6" ceiling height on SLX7 a new for 2021 thing? First Year?
Yes. The "late 2021" models are now 6'6" inside. Even the "early 2021" models were still 6'1" inside (there were not a lot of early 2021 units built due to quarantine however)
Josh have you looked at the Ibex line? Toyhauler looks very int5eresting.
Hi Ken. Ibex is, at this time anyway, just a NoBo clone. Pretty sure it's even built by the same people from the same facilities. Which is funny since NoBo was basically Surveyor's version of a Geo Pro by Rockwood.
It's what I call "RV R&D" & every brand does it to some extent.
Thanks, maybe an upscale nobo. Seems to come with a lot of standard equipment.
@@kenp9469 I'm not going to claim to be an expert on them, but everything I've seen is a 1-for-1 match with a NoBo basically with a different exterior graphics package.
Do any other brands have something similar to Jay Smart lighting?
Not really. Keystone offers backup lighting in their tail lights as it doesn't require any add'l hardware or wiring. But that's about it.
Do you have a review of the 171BH?
It's in the works as we speak! It will be posted to czcams.com/video/P0uj77LHZeQ/video.html Saturday Morning!
Does this camper have heat and a battery?
Most herpes come with no battery from the manufacture. But thankfully we include a battery for you at no additional charge from our store. It does have a furnace as well
This trailer could easily be pulled by a Chevrolet Tahoe correct?
I don’t see how a Tahoe and struggle with this. I think you’re good
can you get roof mounted AC...
Yes! Available as an option. It occupies the vent/skylight in the living area
What’s the cost?
This footage is now dated. Pricing for current models at www.bishs.com/rv-search?stocknumber=174bh
How much is it
I don’t see one on hand to reference. Our team at 800-256-5196 can get you figured for incoming models or personal build requests
how are u supposed to get on the top bunk
Small kids can be assisted, big kids can get themselves up, and ladders are always readily available!
@@JoshtheRVNerd what about an adult?
@@isaiahchu5722 I have never had issues getting into/out of bunks. I do it all the time taking photos/video.
Can a 2021 ford ranger tow this ?
Please double check me on this but I believe a bass new Ford Ranger has a tow capacity of only 3500 pounds which makes this one uncomfortably tight for me to recommend it for serious frequent towing base long distances. Perhaps over shorter distances on modest terrain you’d be OK.
However I believe that vehicle also has potentially up to a 7500 pound tow rating with proper equipment packages. Equipped in that fashion it would yank this trailer all over the place very comfortably
@@JoshtheRVNerd I will get the tow package it will be only weekend camping trips near some local state park camping grounds near where I live.
I can tow with Grand Caravan 2014.
Tks
For clarity -- Are you stating that as a fact or asking it as a question?
@@JoshtheRVNerd sorry, that’s a question
@@rodrigodelpontevidal TY! It depends. If you have a 3500lb rated minivan, then it's really at the absolute maximum of your capacity. I wouldn't recommend it for any serious towing. Local/light duty only
Anything else: No
@@JoshtheRVNerd thank you very much for your opinion. Really appreciate!
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