Amazing Interior in this Mid-Bunk RV! Keystone Montana 3855BR

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@kathyk3974 3 года назад

I definitely like the idea of showing the interior of the RV first. In my case, the interior is what will make all the difference in what I will purchase. I can always make do with whatever outside/storage exists.

@remote.inspired 3 года назад

This is what we have with the legacy package. We purchased and received last September. Legacy is great, as it adds the disc brakes, which brings more safety, electric reel for power cord, nicer end cap on back, and the electronic Bluetooth control panel. We pull with a 2017 F350 dually, and it pulls like a dream. We added the generator, and it has an inverter with 5 outlets that run off inverted power, and is solar prepped. We also added the washer and dryer. We are holding off on the solar - so far, we haven’t had a need. This is our home - full time, and we both work, staying approximately 4 weeks at each location. We use the mid as an office and have no need for bunks. So it was a better mid option. We made some modifications to add a second office space. It works for us, and we even have some empty shelf space - so plenty of room for us and our pup.

@jeremyf7867 3 года назад

I like your traditional walk-thru order.

@meatrobot 3 года назад

I do, too. I often determine which vids I’m going to watch once I hear the numbers. If I can’t tow it, I’m not too interested.

@anthonysifuentes9769 3 года назад

Very nice! I do prefer your videos starting with the outside though. That’s usually the least shown part in listing and in other video reviews, so I like how you normally just straight into that with lots of information

@tonto8069 3 года назад

We deliver new campers to dealers across the USA and the Montana’s are one of the nicest towing units.

@allysonhanks9159 3 года назад

Hello Chris, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

@SanTropez680 3 года назад

What would be a sufficient minimum pickup for owner to use for good towing?

@iviaverick52 3 года назад

It's not a mid bunk, it's a mid-office. I love it!

@readingrailroadfan7683 3 года назад

I think that outdoor kitchen is what more manufacturers should add with the fridge and sink. Also wish more toy haulers did that.

@christopherhodson4049 3 года назад

Great that the Control Panel has its own Cabinet. I think the Mid-bunk room is cool just the way it is. With the Desk and all. That room could be used as an Office. Really convenient to me. Thanks.

@markreams3192 3 года назад

The side valances are nice because they block out light and make it impossible for people to peep around the edge of the shade. The floor plan is really functional and nice.

@chrisalbright1775 3 года назад

We bought this exact model 3855br late last year, live in it full time. Love it!

@selliajones5291 2 года назад

I LOVE when you start with the inside first 😊❤️💙💕

@chuckbays5753 3 года назад

Definitely the traditional walk thru order. Take care of the business end first, then get to the goodies inside.

@semurray1921 3 года назад

Keep doing it the way you always have! I like the numbers first up!

@asantiago99 3 года назад

I prefer the old method. First numbers, outside then inside

@Augiebracerofam 3 года назад

Nice video even though the routing has been mixed up. I like checking the weight first because weight should be number 1 before considering an RV. Thank you for sharing and have a great day.

@paulwuzhere 3 года назад

I enjoyed this one. New way of filming is good but I do prefer the numbers first. Let's me know which ones are appropriate for my truck.

@kellycorona1185 3 года назад

More wardrobe space in that mid-bunk because that will be my husband's room! :)

@rhombus20 3 года назад

Definitely like seeing the interior first. Generally speaking, the exterior of many of these coaches are pretty much the same. It is the interiors that make the difference.

@nosaturn 3 года назад

That'd be a great unit for me. I'd convert the midbed to N office with an ultra wide screen and a roll down green screen and backgrounds, put in some good lighting and I'll be ready for zoom meetings anywhere!

@lisamyers8407 3 года назад

I absolutely love the Montana lineup. Not a big fan of the mid-bunk but, if I were a full time RVer and worked while traveling it would be the ideal space for an office which easily accommodates guests if needed.

@busch3248 3 года назад

As someone who only watches because I enjoy looking at the different floor plans and all that, I say keep it as it was. I like the build up of hearing about the numbers and the outside features. To me, seeing the inside first kind of ruins the video for me because I'm only going to watch the first minute or so and then go elsewhere. I don't know how the RU-vid algorithm is as far as monetary videos and the amount of time someone needs to watch to count as a view, so that could be something else to take into consideration from my point of view. Either way, beautiful fifth wheel here. The Montana's never seem to disappoint.

@gcslade7487 3 года назад

As an owner of both a high county version Montana and now a new Montana, I was surprised by your comment you didn’t like the High country. From actual ownership experience, the HC version has lot of the Montana DNA and is almost identical except for high end Montana features, and use of electric versus hydraulic slides, and not quite as fancy inside. The HC is priced much lower and is an affordable entry level luxury trailer. I liked both of them! If on a budget, the HC version is a great value.

@chrismarks9283 3 года назад

I like both styles it’s cool to see you mix it up

@NationalRVTrainingAcademy 3 года назад

The outdoor kitchen next to the massive storage was a nice touch.

@sanddollar-ray9125 3 года назад

Love the Montana line! I have the high Country Prefer outside first then the inside! Stay Safe God Bless

@jessietanner3621 3 года назад

I like the mid bunk space as an office for nomadic life

@amymcdonald6524 3 года назад

Love midbunks

@jordandeangelo1118 3 года назад

Y’all should do a small trailer give away to fans so we have a chance to adventure if certain life circumstances are stopping it

@ccapron22 3 года назад

Valences are the first thing that come out of the rig for me!

@TheLakingc 3 года назад

Yes, they need a much better loft ladder!! I wish they had an option for no loft and lots more storage in the bunk room. You could use a step ladder. Or use those pull out trays in the loft opening to the bedroom and enclose the loft. Then you would have usable storage. Half could go into the bedroom and half to the kitchen. I know, too high. But i could use a good step ladder and i have no knees. We just need to keep coming up with new out of the box ideas . Every RV is identical so few consider a different approach. Well some do, like you. I know, production changes cost, but let's say you just have one traditional and one very different line. Have the unique one as an option and see what else comes of it in the new ideas it stimulates. Since so many older folks use them, why not have options to make RVing easier? Hand railings in the bath; easier ways to use steps...it is definitely much better than 3 years ago when i first started looking. There were horror stories of falls and injuries from even cupboard and drawer handles! Some never had their first trip, they were so badly injured falling from steps. I have been injured and bruised by poorly engineered handles, bunks, and even injured, cut, on the murphy bed. If i had small bouncy kids, wow! I see some islands that make me wince as i see grandkids with nasty head injuries and grandparents so upset feeling guilt. I had a daughter that never missed an opportunity to be injured. She was so energetic, we put a jungle gymn in her bedroom! We cut slats out of her crib so she could slide out, but no she insisted on climbing over and crashing to the floor! She was just a baby! There are adults with not much body sense either...me... so engineers need to understand the person injured by forgetting an edge or awkward step could be one of their own family. It is not easy if you haven't had toddlers or older folks in your life, i know. Engineers are practical point A to point B people. But some humans are more like pinballs, right? 😅 They really complicate a simple plan!

@charlesahon 3 года назад

Cool layout, but I do agree with you about the mid-bunk door.

@petrafied99 3 года назад

Thanks JD! Format: wife loves interior first. I love the quick overview of the whole interior, followed by details. Great job, as always.

@greenthumb6875 3 года назад

Hate windows over kitchen stove, should be more towards spice racks or hanging pans. My thoughts anyway. Got enough windows as is . Beautiful camper.

@rvail136 3 года назад

My fiance and I would use it as an ofice/guest room space...until the babies start coming, then it would be a nursery...and once there were more than 1 (being a master cabinetmaker) I'd just build a bunk and crib combo bed.

@derekbuttery4776 3 года назад

Wall off the bunk / loft area, take out part of the ceiling in the office room, and Presto!, a bunk in that room without the ladder blocking the walkway to master bedroom.... and yes, I'd move the doorway to utilize more cabinetry in the kitchen...

@cubanpeach49 3 года назад

@Kathy Kulawa. I agree...I normally advance to the interior.

@cubanpeach49 3 года назад

*@Kathy Kuiawa

@lancekenison4125 3 года назад

Man it looks like they walked through my Open Range 371MBH and said lets do the same!

@alainlacroix3428 3 года назад

In our early 21 Montana 3781RL Legacy the valances doesn't interfere with the dining chair. I have replaced the 2 awful bathroom faucets with a little taller and longer reach faucets. Because it was an early 21 model we didn't get the soft close features and our fridge is the Samsung but we don't care and love our Montana.

@gurnblanstein9816 2 года назад

No RV floor plan except for the front living room gives you a residential feel.

@MasterchiefAVCM 3 года назад

Love the Montana line! Prefer outside first then the inside!

@debbiewilson4443 3 года назад

Nice rig but I totally agree with you about the entry to the bunkroom. You lose SO much storage space in the kitchen when the door is in the kitchen.

@michaela.aguilar2921 3 года назад

The lofts with steps to access is by far the best setup.

@machfive916 3 года назад

The new format is fine. However, I would have preferred to see the "numbers" as soon as you transitioned to the outside of the unit. Also, with the mid-bunk design, I like your floorplan where you enter from the side so that you do not give up any cabinetry or storage in the kitchen.

@robinmccune3438 3 года назад

I would love to make a laundry room/pantry/coffee bar in the mid bunk. A laundry room for a full time couple would be great. In the bedroom, the framing around the tv prevents an upgrade in the size of the tv.

@AlveysAngle 3 года назад

Great video, I would still prefer the numbers, outside and then inside. Also, since you’ve had the F-450 a while we need a long term review!

@Alligatchomp 3 года назад

I think you should always start on the inside because there are just those people who want to see the interior looks!

@jamesstatham239 3 года назад

One of these came in yesterday to the campground we’re staying at. It was being towed by a Chevy 3/4 ton short bed. They were headed to Wyoming. More than I’d want to tow with3/4 ton short bed.

@onealmr 3 года назад

FIRST: Do the numbers. It tells me in the back of my mind *IF* this is something I can tow. Then work your way outside to inside. Since you're already outside might as well just do the outside. As you walk around explaining and showing this and this and this, I envision what it would look like at a campground or boondock site. I see myself under the awnings watching the game on a TV or cooking from the outside kitchen. Then I'd go to the inside and do what you do best. It gives the viewer a movie, if you will, of walking around outside and then going indoors.

@allysonhanks9159 3 года назад

Hello, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

@charleslee5981 3 года назад

JD, what is your opinion on Azdel vs. Lauan ? This unit is nice but I would like to see the entry into the bonus room in the hallway and have more cabinet space in the kitchen. I would also like to see a smaller desk and more storage. I would take out the love seat and use the area for dog kennels since we are going full time and my wife wants a place for the dogs.

@wushock92 3 года назад

While they call this a mid bunk, it's more like a multi-purpose. You know me, while you look for a spot for your coffee station, I"m looking for a spot for my ham radio station. LOL That multi-purpose area would be perfect for that.

@sljack1671 3 года назад

I like the numbers first. Would have to take off the bed stand things. I roll over constantly.

@Mudford63 3 года назад

The nightstands have never been in the way for us. Return air vents were moved closer to make it more quite in the room.

@kristinj8271 3 года назад

I love the Montana product! I had one with a sunken kitchen. Best feature ever. The kitchen layout was Awesome. I like your idea with mind bunk door on the entry side so you can have more storage space. Also, more storage space instead of longer desk for my usage. If I needed it for an office then the bigger desk is definitely better. I also personally have no use for the bunk above the 'bunk house'. No kids. Love the outdoor kitchen.

@justfartnaround4921 3 года назад

My preference is the outside first. One thing I do notice is that you seldom ever mention the length of the units and that would be something I would like to hear when I hear the weight specs.

@davelauraphillips8814 3 года назад

The bathroom door is a pocket door and not one of those funky center pivot doors. Never liked them and glad to see they are gone. EDIT - There appear to be quite a few units on the lot. In your opinion is the on hand inventory starting to recover?

@elisamuelcuadrado2144 3 года назад

I prefer the classic JD style but I’m not against trying something different. Funny thing is we were looking at a High Country 377FL today. Why don’t you like the High Country models?

@dwayneputt1822 3 года назад

Could try to find a Alpine 3712KB. I would like to hear what you think of this floor plan. Thanks in advance.

@allysonhanks9159 3 года назад

Hello Dwayne, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

@TheLakingc 3 года назад

Thank you. Yes, change entry to extra room. And find a way for a real wardrobe closet and storage ...smaller desk is a pain, however, you could have a tv type fold up table when needed. We have a tiny cabin, and we use them for dining, crafting and desk for the computer. I REALLY do not like that bathroom sink! I am constantly cleaning up water around our cabin and RV sinks! The RV simply has no way NOT to have water running and spilling no matter how hard I try. I even put a dam of paper towels or hand towel around the sink because water runs onto the floor every time! So then you have wet towels all of the time creating a moisture issue. I keep 2-3 dri it containers in this tiny bathroom! Our cabin bathroom is so unfinished, it has lots of air flow, but not the RV, of course. I bet the whole world wishes for a better designed bathroom sink and counter with an edge and another drain, and a pop-up sign that says, "Wipe it up!" How about a moisture sensor on the counter and floor. It locks the door until they are wiped dry 😲😂

@rtmatthews1965 3 года назад

Use the mid bunk room as a space for my dogs, Remove the love seat, and place kennels in that space. A smaller desk would be fine.

@garenpletzer1532 3 года назад

Nice layout. They need to figure out a better layout for that space. Some manufactures its a really narrow slide out then equals small couch or bed. I think sacrifice a little more space in the main area for a little larger mid room.

@remote.inspired 3 года назад

Depends on your need. We didn’t need it for sleeping, so it works perfect and is appropriately sized for our needs.

@cubanpeach49 3 года назад

I am tossed between a mid-bunk and a toy hauler for myself. No kids a cat.

@toddl3682 3 года назад

nice unit, only thing needs added is a bunk in the mid bunk.

@jetdriver 3 года назад

I guess because I’m used to how you’ve always done it the new format seems a little odd. I definitely like better how the entrance to the mid bunk is done in your concept addition. I feel like you have the same storage and only a slightly smaller desk. And the gains in the kitchen are huge.

@gatornation7022 3 года назад

Plz review a choachmen catilata 2017 40ft

@cubanpeach49 3 года назад

Ladies want INTERIOR FIRST!! LOL

@jessietanner3621 3 года назад

Nightstands are in good spot for those needing cpap equipment

@remote.inspired 3 года назад

There is actually a “shelf” created by the gap of the bed platform that is there and my husbands Cpap tucks in and it keeps it out of the way, functional and leaves the shelf for other items.

@jessietanner3621 3 года назад

@@remote.inspired thank you. That’s really good to know

@urbanosity 3 года назад

Oddly appears to be a full time RV RU-vid family layout. Decent space for a small family width a workspace for editing and content.

@karlding1462 3 года назад

I will make the mid bunk area an office for two people for work from remote, with Starlink internet.

@Scott_From_Maine 3 года назад

The colors seem even blander than most. It looks like a black and white video!

@brianm1916 3 года назад

This would have shown better if you had the lights on. Your little camera light doesn't have enough oomph to accurately portray the interior.

@mandepilot 3 года назад

I lose a little bit of interest when they don't offset that sink but I'm loving the mid bunk.

@banishedfromars 3 года назад

I like the traditional walk through. midbunks is one design I don't care for .

@Schmalzatop 3 года назад

Exterior before interior please

@knucklebuck3924 3 года назад

Would love to turn that bed bunk into a office...

@kellycorona1185 3 года назад

When you say "ours" has the door to the mid bunk over here....which make and model are you referring to?

@HUHBAT 3 года назад

outside first

@billyslankard9883 3 года назад

Why don't you put all the information about the RV and MSRP in the description?

@franciscovasquez4555 3 года назад

Needs a bigger bathroom, and the bunkroom as a butlers pantry

@danwebber1492 3 года назад

Prefer the “baby brother” high country 385br having the door in the hall instead of the kitchen is a much better design and provides much more counter space

@ricksmith6343 3 года назад

Sewing room

@stahliclaassen6466 3 года назад

Is there such a thing as a mid bunk without a loft? I think I would rather have the height in the bunk room. I think I like getting the outside done first...or maybe it's just that I'm used to the way you have been doing it.

@cainok504 3 года назад

Reflection 31mb has tall bunk room. About 7-8 feet I think.

@BigTruckBigRV 3 года назад

The Chaparral 360IBL did not have a loft.

@daksh725 3 года назад

I think its a lot to carry around , they need to build a more compact one and cheaper also like under the range of 40,000 to 60,000k

@bjelln 3 года назад

They do!! We have one. Sierra 3220RL (there's also an Arctic Wolf and Sandpiper). We love ours. 35' in length, 12665 GVWR my.matterport.com/show/?m=e6yU2sqcDcT

@lisamyers8407 3 года назад

@Daksh. They do! Look at the Keystone Cougar models. Cougar is the little brother to the Montana lineup.

@daksh725 3 года назад

@@bjelln Thanks brother

@daksh725 3 года назад

@@lisamyers8407 Thanks mate

@Joker45678 3 года назад

What do you think about the landing gear on this over the square style?

@BigTruckBigRV 3 года назад

I like both. Round is hydraulic and square is electric. I personally prefer electric for it's serviceability.

@Joker45678 3 года назад

@@BigTruckBigRV I notice most people put the extra bracing on the electric ones, but don't see that for the hydraulic ones.

@kidluk 3 года назад

Why no love for High Country?

@BigTruckBigRV 3 года назад

Some compromises I don't prefer, such as cable driven slides.

@alainlacroix3428 3 года назад

The only advantage of the High Country is it's a little lighter. I use to have one and I had a hard time keeping it cool with only 1 AC and I'm in Eastern Ontario Canada. The Dometic RV fridge was also not staying cool on days with temperature above mid 80's. I only had 1 gear issue with 1 of the 4 slides in the 5th year of ownership.

@mdmilburne 3 года назад

I currently have a Cougar 359MBI and as you stated the mid bunk door across from the entry door is the better way to go for countertop space in the 5th wheel. Were both the sofas tri-fold?

@remote.inspired 3 года назад

Yes, the living room one is queen sized, bunk room full size.

@TheRothka12306 3 года назад

I don’t like the small sink in BR

@caseyjones6197 3 года назад

I've just started noticing how many large travel trailers are being towed with a short bed 3/4 ton truck not a 1 ton or dually. I guess they've never have had or seen the consequences of trailer sway. I hope that never have a problem. Especially on some of the combinations that are overloaded. They could lose everything if someone gets seriously injured or dies because of their negligence..

@ironpig701 3 года назад

How is this a mid bunk? Looks like the bonus room model

@remote.inspired 3 года назад

The model is actually a 3855BR - the br stands for bonus room. Though since it’s in the middle, many refer to it as a mid bunk.

@danielguertin9664 3 года назад

I really don't get why anyone would want access to the midbunk through the kitchen instead of in the hallway. Also, what a waste of space with that loft. Kids would only use it a short while since they are so low and claustrophobic. Companies have to wake up and realize that retirees are looking for these kind of RVs but with the changes I mentioned.

@kevinvanlohuizen2709 3 года назад

New format is ok, but stick to what works.

@admorris11 3 года назад

Really, the ONLY thing I don’t like, which is what I don’t like on all but cedar creek mid bunks, are those stupid ladders that stick out in the middle of the hallway. Stairs going up there are the way to go for the safety of the child and foe the adults walking in the middle of the night.

@LukeEdward 3 года назад

At a certain point, these mid-bunk interiors become repetitive variations on a theme. I won’t stop watching, as I do enjoy any of the reviews. It’s just not my thing. Great room with slideout, kitchen with too few cabinets, midbunk, loft, bathroom, front bedroom with bed in slideout, two air conditioners, outside entertaining area, large front passthrough with wet bay, axles and tires that usually aren’t quite rated to the GVWR, MSRP about $100k. It’s the same recipe most times.

@mrmped1 3 года назад

I have never liked this midbunk layout. Limited cabinet space and limited counter space.

@LordFalconsword 3 года назад

The little worthless 'night stands'. What can you even put on that, a watch? Isn't even room for your glasses. make the closet shallower and give us some damned room by the bed!

@ngmont 3 года назад

I subscribe for three things and three things only: 1) "What's goin' on guys?! 2) The GVWR opening and truck recommendation. 3) Valance talk. This terrible video only had valance talk. Unwatchable. Left my wife and sold my travel trailer. Ha ha video was fine. Prefer the usual order though.