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They Built My Floor Plan!! 2022 Freedom Express 274RKS
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- Опубликовано: 10 июл 2022
- 2022 Coachmen Freedom Express Ultralite 274RKS Azdel Carpetless Couple's Camping Rear Kitchen Travel Trailer!
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FINALLY! I finally got the chance to get my hands on a FULL production run model of this 274RKS model and overall I'm super happy with what I see here with only a few small exceptions mentioned in the video!
I DID forget to showcase how the TV is now on a swingarm mount in the video though. Sorry about that!!
2022 Freedom Express 274RKS Specs
Hitch 874 lb.
Empty 6,430
Cargo 1,170
Max 7,600
Length 31' 10"
Height 11' 0"
Width 8'0"
Fresh 50gal
Gray 35+35
Black 35gal
Awning 20'
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About the only change I would look for is to change out the sooty charcoal black cabinetry to a different color. It looks blotchy and like it will scratch and chip way to easily and look worn and torn after only a couple of uses. The additional nice thing about the camp kitchens is the camp fridge provides additional easily accessible cold storage.
The back corners of the wards by the bed could have openings placed into them for placing CPAP machines, phones, eye glasses, hearing aid holders, tissue dispensers or what ever knight stand knickknacks you have and use just before lights out.
Two outstanding suggestions that Coachman took onboard for the 2024 model.
I love the sink there! You get more counter space!
We recently traveled to see Freedom Express models. Quality was nice. Designs were fabulous. Features were wonderful. The floor-plans were genius. Sadly, we couldn’t get past the black cabinet color. Fingerprints and flaws were magnified. Bedrooms were dark. One could touch up scuffs with a marker… But I guess we wish there was a choice of a lighter wood finish.
I don't dislike the black but I'd love to see a lighter option
@@JoshtheRVNerd It's a great design with the 'wider' dinette and the option for a sleeper sofa. IMO, the Coachmen APEX 279RLSS is still best. It's shorter, and has a super slide. Bring back the 279!
I love the black interior . Don’t like the 2024 brown
Thank you for not using the fish eye lens on the camera! Great trailer! Thanks.
You bet!
Me and my wife absolutely love this camper,this will be our next camper!
At $58k msrp, I would expect roller night shades, not the accordion blinds. Otherwise, this one is my favorite travel trailer floorplan. I love the 45 sink. Plus it makes that pic outside kitchen possible.
Roller shades would be sweet
Ty for the insights
And solar should be standard. That little brother Apex next to it has solar I bet. I know mine does standard.
I would like to see the kitchen centered in the counter and maybe a bigger cabinet under the counter extension for a good size garbage can to keep the dogs out. Also a folding seat option for the shower.
I really love that floor plan, lots of usable space throughout. The only thing I'm not a fan of is that front windshield, I just forsee a rock being thrown right into the glass.
wow that did not cross my mind
@@badgecheckin I'm hoping there's a travel day cover for it, as I really like it, but it'd have to be washed after every travel day to remove bugs.
The ice cream is definitely safe from the little grandkids being that high up in the air…. 🍨
That is a dream camper for my wife and I. That is something we could enjoy the rest of our lives and be perfectly happy with it!
The outward sliding drawers on the queen bed is awesome! Every travel trailer should have that. Now I want to remove our hinged fold-up bed and build an outward sliding drawer bed frame for our TT !! Looks like a project coming for myself.....
Josh your absolutely right, the Freedom Express line is very underated. We have a 2015 282BHDS Freedom Express and have had zero leaks or major issues with it.
Normal upkeep and preventative maintenance goes a long way, but I've always felt out Coachmen was built very decently.
Would like more gray water capacity for the bath or a single large tank. Use a lot more water showering than doing dishes, especially in the summer. We often stay places where there’s no sewer at the site.
Thx Rick. Appreciate the feedback and the visit today! :)
Ok after watching hundreds of walk throughs. You designed my trailer. In the right colors! A touch of the fifties with the booth cushions, but with Fonzie flavor. No prissy stuff. Sophisticated. The laundry hamper to the bedroom closet blew my mind! And I loved the hidden storage behind the tv! Front row seat to the tv for murder mystery night! Perfection on the kitchen counter! Your right about the sink bad spot. But that's my only complaint! And I'm a picky old lady with ocd! Great job!
Did it just for you
Probably.
LOL :)
Very nice Josh. I would trade that driver side window for a wardrobe slide all day. Couples campers usually mean a female is involved, and mine needs wardrobe options on the road lol
SOOOOOOO True
I agree. The sink needs to be where you said it should be.
I'm liking this floor plan despite no fridge access in road mode. I'm not in love either the hight of the freezer and microwave in the kitchen. They look like I might have trouble pulling things out safely. The pleated shades look like they're made with very thin fabric and it cheapens the whole look of the RV. I'd much prefer a heavier fabric or the blackout roller blinds. I would also prefer a lighter color for the kitchen cabinets.
I'm not a fan of the windshield in the bedroom and wish it at least had a cover for transit. I'd love to see the bedside cpap-friendly storage with an outlet in the pocket.
The outdoor kitchen on this model looks usable and it sounds like I just need an inverter on the fridge for the grocery stop before arriving at the camp site.
If I could change one thing on this model, and only one thing...I'd ask the factory to add the cpap pockets.
Headboard pockets are a big win in my book
I'm not even a CPAP user, but a nice spot for my phone charger? Heck Yes!
I love the fact there’s no bathroom vent by the toilet it’s on the side of the wall which is absolutely amazing. I can’t tell you how many RVs I have gone into and something has fallen down into the vent. Whether it be a Q-tip or contact lens, you name it it has fallen down in there. I love the fact that there is no vents showing anywhere in this RV in the floor. They’re all hidden or in the wall.
Would like a bigger oven
Fridge Access on road mode is all it needs. This is Beautiful AND Functional!
I would also like to see them use higher quality shades on the windows.
Like rollers??
Drawers in the kitchen is a must. I think if they had put the sink square with the counter with the U-tensil drawer and storage space under the sink for a waste basket then drawers on the left of the L shaped countertop. Would be a win.
Other than that I really like this one.
Fair enough!
I agree that the sink should be moved out of that awkward corner position. A lighter color option, and having pullout storage under the dinette seats instead of just the doors would be nice. Standard solar and day/night roller shades are a definite plus.
Even just those long plastic totes some manufacturers use would be great under there. I just want either a long drawer on heavy duty drawer slides or a plastic tote!
Almost perfect. I agree about the sink location.
Ty!!
Finally an awesome rv!👍 4:30
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Thanks for the walk-thru Josh. I really like the layout on this couples camper. Lots of storage. I especially love those side pull out drawers under the bed. The kitchen sink is a 'lil "wonky", but my oh my...counter/prep space is awesome.
I personally would use that back outside storage for
Fishing Poles & Tackle lol. 🎣🐟🎣
I love the outside kitchen and all the storage as well as them giving us a decent CCC. So many trailers I've looked at has 11 or 1200#ccc which is not wnough for extended living.
I wish the sink was centered on either counter, i dont like it catty wampus like that. I do wish they would add a cabinet next/close to the sink for a pull out trash can.
Thanks for your vids Josh. You really do a great job and I wish there was a Bish's anywhere close to me! (Three states away/7.5hrs not pulling a trailer😢)
Ty Diana! No purchase necessary to be a member of the nerd herd
Once again a trailer with a great lay out without a generator.
Hey Josh, great video and great camper! The changes I’d like to see would be, a pop up plug in the countertop / back corner of the kitchen, more color options for the cabinetry, have the door for the outdoor kitchen open downwards so it doesn’t block the kitchen windows, change the narrow bedroom window to a rectangular window that opens , add night /roller shades, and an option for auto leveling jacks. Another new floor plan I’d love to see would be to take the bedroom from the 259FKDS and put it on the front of this camper so you end up with 2 slides and you’ll have the king bed and the full size outdoor kitchen. THAT would be an amazing camper, and check all my boxes! 😉. Thanks for all your great videos, you’re the best!
I think you might like this one m.ruclips.net/video/r8ZtMQREmMs/видео.html
I definitely like +Azdel, the outside kitchen, shower size & shape, recliners across from the TV. Agree with others, the window coverings could be better. Regular shades, even.
Love it, ♥️ Love it, 💛 Love it. 💚
I love that the underside of the bed storage is finished! It's so cheesy when its naked plywood not even any trim just " heres some crap plywood for the bed platform! Found it in an alley" 🤦♀️
I agree with the trash can especially if you cut a spot out of the countertop so you could use it inside as well
Brilliant!!!
Black out shades and the sink would be something I would like to see different, we own a 2012 281rlds this is the first time we've seen something from Coachman I'd replace ours with...
I noticed they still have the "U-tensil" drawer inside but it is offset since they have the sink at that wonky angle. I would much prefer if the sink and "U-tensil" drawer were located where the drawer is to make it more comfortable when using the sink. I think that would be nice if the slide was prepped for an awning too. Just my 2 cents.
I would also like the sink swapped
Factory installed solar panels, washer/dryer hook up and place kitchen sink in front of the windows.
the only thing i'd request opn this is a east-west bed with a closet.
I agree on the accordion blinds. I hate them. Actually the only the we had to take our apex back for. Roller all the way! Redesign Josh!
Thanks for the detailed walk through and not distorting the lens. It must feel good to have your ideas incorporated into a product!
Sure glad you didn't say anything about the animal tracks on the roof lol :)
I would add auto leveling and a tankless hot water heater.
The floorplan is excellent--very thoughtfully laid out. That storage area in the back would be great for pass-through access in the kitchen counter to a tall wastebasket.
Thanks for coming thru with the update! You the Man! One thing I would like to see that I have never seen in any camper. The bubble above the shower, I'd like to see one that was not transparent and insulated. Maybe put a light in it. Down here on the mississippi gulf coast there is alot of heat that comes from there.
Ripe for cracks and leaks too.
I got to agree with you about that sink placement. I would put it where the utensil drawer is, and add another pop up power outlet in the corner. I love this unit but I wish it was 30ft or under. Sigh.
Hard to do with a slide & walk-around bath
We have a 238bhs and love it, love the floor plan and amount of storage inside
JUST recorded a fresh one of those yesterday!
Yes I like the express the only comment I would tell you is that distinct should be in the corner on an angle this way you would have more counter space going the opposite way that would be awesome
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About time they start listening to you!
Finally!
Actually I have an awesome dialogue with freedom!!
I like the Freedom Express series, I also like the White Hawk by Jayco. Cougar has some nice floorplans as well.
I think with kitchen countertop it might have been a good idea to utilize the pop up electrical outlet maybe one on either side of the sink.
I like those. Thx for this
For me, the sink is definitely at an undesirable angle. I also don't need an outdoor kitchen; I would rather have storage space. Aside from those two issues, I think this is a great couple's trailer, thanks for showcasing it!
The changes I would make is no outside speakers and definitely upgrade the blackout shades. Small things like upgrade the ac to 15,000 and a max air vent in the bedroom would be nice other than that I like this one.
LOVE THIS! PERFECT!
Hey Josh that's a really Nice Coachman Travel Trailer but I think I agree that indoor kitchen sink could repositioned a bit😊😊👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
This is a great floor plan. it checked all the boxes for me except, I would prefer stainless steel sinks in both the kitchen and bathroom. I would also prefer a farm sink over a divided sink as grills and such are easier to clean.
Absolutely! 👏
Ty for the sink info. It’s never a dealbreaker for me but I prefer farm sinks as well
The sink to me is ok it is because I would still be able to watch the game and be part of the convo while washing up. I would appreciate another pop up power tower in the other corner of the counter so that not all of that gorgeous counter would be taken up right by the sink. I also prefer darker floors and lighter cabinets. This is my favorite brand and Floorplan thanks to Josh. Hey and we DO need to get Doug in here to find out which RV is OUR RV.
Oh. And hubby hasn't lost his CPAP friendly cubby has he?
By default I'm not sure how CPAP friendly it is. I'd love to see freedom offer those headboard pockets behind the hanging storage though
Great unit!
Very nice floor plan. Only change would be to add roller shades.
Not a terribly difficult swap actually!!
As a single guy, this would be ideal for me! Unfortunately, I'm probably going to have to wait a few years for a gently used one to come around, due to the unaffordable price.🤞☹️
Oh I like this one Josh, the only thing is no c pap area on both sides Of the hanging storage in the bedroom, like Jayco has. Love the large storage doors, so much storage.
A Happy summer to you!
I'd love them to adopt those headboard-pockets with outlets I've seen in many other brands
I agree about the sink. Whoever sits in that one recliner will get wet when dishes are being washed.
Wowser! Nice unit! I'd put folding chairs in the back door storage cubby...
Omg i love this trailer! Perfect for 2! Only thing i dont like is slide has to be out for the fridge, pantry, but thats minor!
Yeah I know it's definitely a hiccup on this model but for some folks it's not an issue. I don't personally tend to do huge distances and need to make travel stops and I enjoy full hookups. This thing would be ideal for me
I love this layout. I agree the sink should be moved. I can see that theater seat getting "damp" on a few occasions lol. Do you have any connections at Keystone? I love to see Cougar put out a Floorplan like this.
Cougar really doesn’t have a rear kitchen this size do they?
I like the trash can idea in the rear storage. How about putting an access to toss trash down through the countertop
YES! That'd be AWESOME
What is the 2nd door for next to the ladder? You skipped over that one. Not used to seeing two doors on the rear wall of the RV. This unit has a ton of usable storage both inside and out on this one. I think I might like the camp kitchen on this one too. Still thinking about the sink and tableware drawer arrangement. Does the sink drain into the grey water tank? You were kind confusingly wordy on that description. This puppy has a LOT of features stuffed into it.
Fridge access panel
On a unit like this I'd love W/D connection. Either by shrinking the pantry/wardrobe in the living room to allow the closet to support or even in that pantry/wardrobe. This is full time capable so that's what I would want for that
Ty
I actually like the sink position
Fair enough. TY! :)
Swap the sink with the fridge and stove. Then you have full access in “road mode”.
Very nice! I would like to see a lighter color interior like a light grey color. The lighter color would open it even more than it is..
I would love an option for it. Ty for the input
I like the sink. I'd want the air fryer in the corner by the stove and with the sink over there it would feel wasted. It still has plenty of counter top space so it's not like you really need the extra room
as a 6'8" man, I wish more of these companies would consider raising that ceiling height just a smidge.
I love this! We own a coachman freedom express 20 SE? I would buy this in a minute! If I didn’t owe $13000.00 on ours. Don’t want the balance added to a new one. But if I didn’t owe that debt? Could get this in a lighter color, we would trade in a minute but live in to so it would have to be delivered.
Josh I still say that Coachman or another manufacturer needs to build a “Nerdism 37”limited edition with all of Josh the RV Nerd preferred interior layout for couples: no carpet, no floor vents, large prep space in the kitchen, large bathroom with porcelain toilet with plenty of hinny wipie room, true Queen bed, storage gloarage inside/outside, max solar package, etc. 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂keep’m coming
N37 series. Love it
SOUNDS LIKE AN EMBER 326RB MODEL
Wife said outdoor camping chairs and a little folding tables for the back door
Ah. TY :)
I love it 😻
Thx!
In the bathroom. Love the shower and toilet space. The hamper needs to be moved to a tip-out style under the counter with that door. It would be a pain to always move what's in the closet to lift up the floor hatch. If you stand in front of the kitchen sink, it would be fine I think. Nice floorplan overall Josh!
Ty!!
I agree that the sink seems like it would be harder to use the way it is… might be hard on the back to use the full sink
Kinda how I thought
I like!! I'd like to see the cabinets match the color of the slide trim.
That’d be great
Dont like the darkness...love lighter decor. Also chairs with freestanding table with chairs...can change around that way. Lots of good things though!!!!! 😊
TY
Thanks Josh, have all brands offer optional upgraded cushions for ppl over 250 lbs. Most dinette cushions are junk.
Was there a place to mount tv in bedroom? The campsite and rear window are so awesome! Love this layout. Do wish there was cabinet space for trash can, though.
Yeah tv space in bedroom
This video is a bit old, but we are seriously considering this one as our retirement camper (our 3rd overall). It has darn near everything we want, but if I am picking at nits, I would really like to see a couple more kitchen drawers. Either to the left of the sink, or maybe even a couple behind the pantry doors. Our current kitchen has 4 (smallish) drawers, but I don't think that one good size drawer is going to cut it for us. Looking at the 2024.5 model of this right now (2024 with several line changes), it might deserve a revisit. The colors are nicer (those black cabinets look dirty throughout the video) and the bedside storage has been greatly improved. Also has drawers now under dinette and big SS farm sink.
Yeah the camp kitchen limits potential drawers space. Everything has a plus and minus
We bought 2024 of this last month .. It actually is like the model 2023 it has the dark cabinets that love
much better then the light color .. the one thing I didn’t realize until after we bought is there are no outlets by the dining table . We have our camper at seasonal site and I usually work there on Friday’s . I use the table but no plugs
The one item I really think needs an upgrade is the front window. Because of the heat that comes through it even with the shade pulled, id like to see an outside shade awning or something inside to block out the heat. Maybe build one without the window too. That would be a nice look. Because a window over the bed really isn't practical. Talk about a wake up call my body is cold from that 15 k ac but my head is on fire from that window.
I love the look of windshields but.. more and more I'm becoming a fan of moving away from them. Funny how trends shift like that
How cute! 95% awesome! I like the position of the sink, but it's the stovetop that I would far prefer to have at least 6" of elbow room to the right side. What creative storage built-ins! I love flexible furniture in nooks and crannies to maximize the use of small spaces. Everything feels nice and balanced.
Totally fair on the stove. TY!
Nice trailer, I agree with you on the kitchen sink. And the fridge should be both gas and electric. Love the bathroom good idea having a hamper too. Thank you for sharing this trailer 👍
Totally agree about the fridge! I despise this latest trend toward these stupid battery-sucking 12V fridges. I prefer the flexibility of being able to camp with or without electric and if no electric I'd like my batteries to last more than a day.
Man o man Josh! That old dome is getting really pinkish red, ain't it?😁😆😅😂🤣. Great floor plan that was baked to perfection in the ole dome. 😁😆😅😂🤣 God lord man! Just take a long look at all that counter space. That things got an aircraft carrier for countertops! Very very nice man. The storage space behind the tv is such an obvious that it should of been done ever since the flat screens became the normal. That'll do Josh, that'll do 🐖.
Yeah I've enjoyed some sunshine this year
I got a nice neck V-Tan going on right now after spending the weekend outside at home too
I hear ya. Stay in the sun long enough where your brain feels like the egg on this is your brain on drugs. Psa that aired all the time in the 80's & 90's. But I really do like the floor plan you let bake in the dome under the sun 😅. At least you're further north than I. I down in Sav., GA. AND IT'S HOT! With the humidity, well... You'd be a fool to install a sauna in your house. Just stroll outside. For the best effect, head out after an afternoon thunderstorm and the sun has come out. Yeah... It's super thick.
@@jamiebray8532 I remember that PSA! The girl smashing up the house with a frying pan
I lived in Americus, GA thru one summer and that was enough. I thought I knew was humidity was here in Michigan until I lived down there.
This floorplan is very, very similar to our Sunset Trail 291rk. Our kitchen sink is in front of the window, and there's plenty of space on either side.
For refrigerated foods during travel, nothing says you can't use the outside fridge. As far as the pantry being inaccessible, there's plenty of other storage to put things you'll need in transit.
For full transparency: The fridge outside doesn't operate in transit unless an inverter is added. That might make a difference to someone.
@@JoshtheRVNerd Thank you for the transparency here. I definitely want to know if the outside fridge can be used in transit, especially if a slide cuts off access to the main fridge. I like to know what my options are.
@@ForestGreen88 MOST cannot. It’s actually safer to presume they don’t.
@@JoshtheRVNerd I have noticed that and find it disappointing in models with no road mode fridge access. I'm not disappointed enough to make it a deal breaker though since it seems to be pretty standard across the industry.
Love the kitchen
We’re going to be in Meridian, ID in September. I think we’re going to have to stop by that location to take a look see 👀
Good people there. Say Hi to Mason Lucero when you visit. I met him on my first visit ever to our Meridian Location when I was still with Haylett RV
I could see taking out the booth and adding more kitchen counter space and cabinets because that current kitchen looks like a one person space. For couples not everyone needs a booth if you eat when sitting in the theater seats.
That’s interesting.. ty
Roller shades and the kitchen sink in the middle!
I like both of those ideas!!
Perfect for me. I'll wait for price to come down this winter
I think I just found the right one for me
We bought this trailer and we love it, however a few things that need attention.
We were not told the fridge was only run on electric (found that out in the video to change refrigerators if we wanted both), but good to know about the solar panel.
The sink is a little funky in the kitchen, but I’m already ok with it after 4 trips.
The thing you really need to look out for is the cabinet that houses the TV. The latch is crap! We just came home from a trip today and it was a bit of a bumpy road. When we got home I opened the trailer to find the latch had failed and the entire “door” to the cabinet was just hanging by a thread with the tv having fallen onto the ground. We are leaving in one week for a 10 day trip so my husband spent 4 hours after our ride home just to try to be able to stabilize the door. The tv suffered internal shock and no longer works. The wiring behind the cabinet is very intricate and thankfully the fireplace wiring is separate. But we definitely have to contact the manufacturer not just for us, but to insist they put a better latch on the cabinet. Perhaps one like they have on the bedroom door.
This was a terrible hazard and we are all grateful it didn’t fall on someone when they were in the camper!!!
Ty for sharing your real worlds experience on these!!
Nearly perfect. The hinge for the storage behind the TV should be black rather than sticking out like a sore thumb. Personally, I prefer theatre seating with a fold down center armrest. It gives you the option to lay down or cuddle up with someone, but still have an armrest/cupholders when reclining.
I like those theater seats as well but I think they’re a little bit wider and may not fit in the space. Might not be impossible
Need to be able to open the fridge with the slide out in while traveling.
It's a common challenge in these rear kitchen models.
I really enjoy your informative videos. I've been camping in tents and pop ups for many years . The rear kitchen and rear bath layouts are my favorites. On this camper, I wish the stove was to the right of sink along the long wall.. pans with long handles are harder to maneuver up against the fridge. Plus, grease would splatter on the fridge wall as well. Just my thoughts. Please keep up the great videos! Hopefully one day I'll be able to purchase a travel trailer. :)
I can see putting food you need for a stop in the outside frig. Inside I think you could get to the kitchen if you turned the table upside down or turned it up on the back bench. Not sure but maybe. Other than limited access love the layout and storage and windows!!
Windows! Lots of windows! I like!
I see why they did that with the sink. If it was straight on you’d lose all that space in the corner under where the sink is now. There would be no way to get back there easily and you can’t enter from the backside because the seats are there.
I wish the hitch weight was lower. I can only do 770.
Beautiful floor plan in a beautiful trailer and I love the front window that I really wish i had in mine. Seriously brilliant layout. The 31' trailer is on a scary light chassis. For me this is a destination trailer or mini home, i do not see this unit as an active camper.
Love it. If I could change a few things I'd prefer a collapsible table to convert the table into a child sleeper. Or ...... has anyone ever done a booth with a removable table, but then have the bench faces flip up (maybe legs fold down for support) to form the bed?? Or maybe an elevated booth/ slide out with a pull out day bed underneath? Would also love if the TV was hinged on the opposite side so it could be swung out the other way to face the booth.
I’ve wanted to see someone do a convertible dinette like that!!