I like the ones with a dinette that has larger bench seats and better yet a C-shape seating area. I would also prefer a wet bathroom and have more storage, more counter space in the kitchen, etc.
I truly love this van Mike. As an elderly single man, I have children and friends that live from the Northeast in Pennsylvania to the Southeast in many cities in the Carolinas and Florida. This would be ideal for me to travel in and be able to stop and rest when required. Thanks for the review Mike and have a great day! (Chris)
Those are not dovetail joints. They're finger joints, also known as box joints. Dovetail joints are perhaps a bit stronger. A small point but, as a cabinet maker, I couldn't let it slide.
Have watched a few diy van builds, & appreciate this motorhome with insulated cupboards, foam insulation use around the water tanks, the Truma heat system. Also like simplicity of the stove and microwave. Can also bake with a dutch oven on a campfire. Very thoughtful materials too. Think a retired single person wanting to reduce & sell off home, could enjoy its safety features on the Ford and travelling on the road with a quiet cabin.
Why would anyone in their right mind buy a new RV? A friend of mine recently purchased a used class C RV from folks who originally bought it new, and like many others in their situation, discovered the RV world wasn't for them. They let it sit around for about four years and decided to unload it. The RV my friend purchased was pretty much like new with very low mileage and at about half the original sticker price. Similar deals like this are literally all over the place out there - the supply is apparently endless.
The best part of buying used for me was that the previous owners(elderly couple) did all the warranty and recall work. There are always problems with these when they come off the assembly line. There is a lot of down time involved with bringing it back to the manufacturer for them to fix what they forgot in the first place.
Only half the original sticker price after 4 years? You should be able to buy a new RV for up to 30-40% off sticker. I rather do that than something 4 years old for only 50% off.
I’d buy a new one just as I do with my cars. I know NOTHING about the mechanics of troubleshooting, repairs and so on. Does this make sense to any one else? At 70 it’ll be difficult to ‘figure it out.” Does this make sense to you guys?
Holy Cow!!! This is my perfect RV! I currently have a 2003 Winnebago Adventure 33V (2 slides) ... 2nd owner and I put approx 40K miles on her over the nearly 18 years that I have owned. I have been thinking to downsize as my traveling is now shorter trips. My fav things about this Chinook based on my Winne experience: Brake controller, gen plus solar, back door!!!, heated utility bay, dry bath setup, LEVELING!!! Fit and finish looks great. Storage looks great vs vans that I've looked at. Tow capacity is a plus. I have a 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport set up for towing 4down. I'd love to mostly not tow but the option is there. I live in NW Montana. I might be traveling to Texas :)
Very exciting that they brought back the Chinook. What a beautiful unit. So many great features, and looks to be a quality build..true to the Chinook name. Thanks for sharing the video.
The sofa bed is a no-go for me, but I love all of the other aspects of this unit, especially the dry bath with separate shower. The location of the black tank pipe could be a concern as well. Overall, it looks very well made.
Love the design ! The placement ofthe propane quick disconnect is guaranteed to get ripped off going over speed bumps and the sewer dump is going to get ripped off leaving the first gas station. PLEASE, PLEASE, move these closer to the rear wheels ( infront and behind)and keep them up higher to prevent damage. Having exposed spray foam not only looks cheap but absorbs water and encourages rust and mold and rocks from the wheels will erode the foam after a few miles of gravel and then you have freezing problems. Thirdly two lithium batterys are cheaper than 4agm and will power the cook top for hours. Much better than the agm which will need the generator on too be used for more that 5 min. The space under the couch really needs some better organization, there could easily be half the space usable for storage with the use of a false floor and exchangingbthenpositions of the truma and inverter. CHEERS
1she: You convinced me not to buy...you and the fact that so far he has spent 40% of the tour on the outside. Now I am bored before he hives any attention to how much closet space does it have.
Mike was delightful and did a great job in taking us thru the Chinook. Thank you. What kind of a musician are you? I am a singer, still singing at 90 years of age, in 2 choirs. God is Good.
Great looking rv! I love the natural wood cabinets and woodwork throughout the unit! I also really like the deep copper colored couch and dinette booths. Everything goes together so nicely.
That thing is drop dead gorgeous! I have only one concern, and that’s a turbo charge V6 try to do the work of a V-8 to haul all that metal around. I just can’t believe it would last very long.
I have recently acquired a slightly used Chinook, 1988 Ford f350 w/460. What a beast! Almost identical interior design, I do like the true shower/lavatory setup. I’ve had some people say I should gut it and go new but everything works perfectly so I have a hard time justifying that. I would have been 27 when it was built and I think it’s kind of cool retro as is. Anyway I’m a fan for sure. Not so sure about the eco boost but I’m not” race man Rick “anymore so I could live with it. Been camping in the yard for a bit getting used to it and first trip is planned 50 miles away a little further south.
For a barebones no-slide small RV, I expected a sub $200K price. Disappointed that is not the case. You did not give fuel tank or LP tank capacities. The windows opening laterally instead of at the bottom is problematic if it rains and you need ventilation. It's a very nice looking RV with great features but that $235K price doesn't support it.
The rear door is also a better safety security escape door better than the usual small windows. Here you can use front or the back door. This is great. Also you have more space under the awning for chairs and tables. If you use a small trailer you can attach the bike rack to the trailer hitch, or if you don’t have such trailer you need to use a moveable rack to access the rear door. But the trailer give you more cargo capacity 2k+ lbs and it is only 130lbs on the van occc. It is also a safe on the campground.
This was my first attempt at class B+ RVing. I am 6’3” and I appreciate you mentioning you are 6 foot tall so I can get a proper perspective. At I am just beginning into the RV Life this Chinnock is an option that is self contained and would not require a RV and Pick up purchase QUESTIONS: 1) MSRP? 2) V6 so is diesel an option - and would I even need it? 3) Fuel capacity and estimated highway mileage
I love the Chinook and their quality. I wish they would have stayed with the push button lock system for all the cabinets and closets rather than the handles.
Hello i love the rear door opening, and i absolutely love how the table just lay flat.. no hassle, and I love the insulated cabinet and the tinted screen… thanks for the tour.
I've always loved the rear door entries but- the toilet room is barely big enough to close the door and how much can you cook on one burner? You can't even make a main and a side... I don't need six burners but two would be great.
This model seems to check all the boxes with maby the sofa bed. I would definitely add some extra padding since I'm not crazy about laying on leather or vinyl. But that's a preference and a easy fix!
Thank God Chinook returned with new models. They had stopped making Chinooks for years. But, everyone went crazy and they came back. I love this model. Everything about this model is classy and in basically the usual Chinook configuration that made them famous. This is the RV to get due to it's practicality and style which never seems dated.
Overall a beautiful travel home! Especially love the shower and bathroom spaces. Am I the only one repeatedly disappointed by the lack of kitchen prep space in commercial RVs? Shocked that there are never pull-out counters etc. like in the vans people build out for themselves. Always ample dining space but nowhere to make all the food!
One of the nicer bathrooms I've seen! Bed looks really uncomfortable. Would like a version that was more like a mobile workspace with very minimal kitchen area. Drawer is not technically a dovertail joint. I see it referred to as a finger or box joint.
I thought when he said the favorite thing about the frig opening from patio side that at first he mean it opened from inside and from outside the RV. You know so if lazing around outside and you wanted a sandwich or a beverage you just could get to it without back and forth in and out. Of course it would need a lockable door or a way for it to slide into place. Would be a great idea, as would having a gas or electric fireplace that slid inside or outside for chilly nights when sitting around with friends but can’t start a fire pit up or a campfire.
And I thought I had figured most everything about my same model. This was a great review with a few additional unknowns. I have the 2023 model and the fresh water siphoning problem is not fixed. I took a different approach though by adding a valve on each overflow. I simply must remember to close them before travelling. Thank you for athorough post.
Rear door may get old after multiple back in campsites with the picnic table and/ fire rings on the sides. Just thinking convenience when cooking outside. Maybe?
On such van i would use my 4x6 utility trailer with a v shape and put the bike on the trailer hitch. The trailer would give you 2000lbs of cargo and serve as a safe in the campground. It would also uses only 130lbs on the ford chassis cargo capacity. Several advantages. You can then detach the trailer and uses the 130 lbs weight for the grey tank and black tank
Thank GOD. Finally a sub-woofer near my furnace and water heater. Just what I’ve been waiting for. How long are the beds? Why do we keep that a secret? And are there TWO induction burners included or just one?
I really like this setup. I like the door in the back and the pullout induction cook top. The bath setup is great, too. This is just right for me. I think I would add some kind of projection screen to the outside, though, and a projection tv to set up outside. Then I'd be good to go. I'm just wondering about the size of the bedding I would have to get for this, though. I think I would prefer a Murphy bed setup there. That's the only negative for me.
I had an ORIGINAL Toyota Chinook for many years and loved it. Fit and finish back then were almost as nice is it is today. Amenities were sparse - no bathroom or refrigerator but had on board propane that we removed for extra storage (and the ability to use tunnels legally) and did all our cooking outside. We traveled EVERYWHERE east of the Mississippi for years with two sons sleeping over cab. It was a true CAMPER! You were camping in that rig - it was not a motorhome. When it finally had to be taken away due to my neglect and NY salt corrosion my wife, Terry, cried. She so loved the many years we had with it as our only vehicle, daily driver and commuter. I am so happy that Chinook is back and working on couples-friendly glamping now.
Thanks very much for a super, clear, thorough, smooth tour. Covered everything!! Think you're the Best Ive ever watched!(and that's a LOT)🎉 NEW Subscriber from a distance! East central Illinois. Used to travel to Dallas/Fort Worth for ~25-30 years via plane, car, and train. I may just venture back that way to do my rv shopping ❤ THANKS 👍🏼
@@kevingreig288 I heard those electric slides eventually break and some have leaking problems later on; however, that is just hearsay from the internet.
I was looking for a used Chinook about 5 years ago. I wanted 4WD and was prepared to have Quadvan convert it. But then I realized that I would always be carrying a bicycle or motorcycle on the rear hitch or pulling a trailer. So that rear door was a deal breaker for me. Chinook did make a model with a side door, but they didn't build very many of them so they're very rare. I bought a Transit instead and had Quadvan convert it to 4WD.
I loved this when it came out last year. Would be my first pick except for the CCC. There’s even less on the DS. Tons of storage that you can’t use. After deducting for water and tanks, there’s enough CCC for 2 people, some food and clothes and that’s it. No chairs, grills or outdoor stuff and certainly no toys. I also think towing anything would be risky with such low CCC. But if you did, you’d have to lose the 2nd person or travel over weight. It’s so frustrating when these manufacturers come out with such a great product and then give such low CCC that you can’t really use it. I also wish all the reviewers would give more importance to the CCC and actually tell people that they can’t really use all the storage space provided. I’ve been educating myself but a lot of people will buy this having no idea that if they fill that storage, they’ll be overweight. I love everything about this RV, especially the 4 seasons aspect. I prefer the DS. But I can’t figure out how to travel with a little over 500lbs of CCC.
It’s actually okay towing it has about 5,000 lbs of room on GCWR. So like he said, with a 1000 lbs of cargo you can tow 4000. Their web site indicates; Dry weight 9,300 GVWR 11,000 Difference 1700 GCWR 16000 So not sure if their CCC already has some things removed, like fresh water? I think the cargo limits are mainly on the axles, reason cargo is only around 1000. Problem is all that hardwood and systems. Quality is heavy. Maybe pulling a small trailer or load up your toad would be a option. It is frustrating.
I like the unit overall but I would hate having to reconfigure the couch/bed each day. I guess that is the tradeoff for having a dry bath and shower. Quality looks good, storage is excellant, love the AWD Ford transit. Auto leveling is great.
That better be MINUS 15° Celsius, because 0° c is freezing [32°] in fahrenheit. 15° c is 59° F and hardly cold. If its -15° c, then that would be 5° Fahrenheit and indeed a "cold test". Maybe you can update us if you inadvertently missed the minus on that temperature.
The notice on the window: the temperature range tested was -15C to 20C (5F to 68F). The coach had to heat from well below freezing to 20C within 4 hours, and it did so.
Hi. If the couch is made into a bed, u have no room to get out to bath and cabinets have very sharp corners. High step in skinny entrance, looks over a foot. I love leisure vans and prism elite. Nice pullout pantry and looks great outside with good side open storage I love. 4 season would need lithium if boondocking.. thanks again 🎉
pretty sleek layout. like the dinette set up and the dry bath. not sure about the water and electrical under the bed area w/ no compartmentalization to keep things from shorting out in the event of a water leak.
This is a very impressive unit. Price point a tad high for me but a great unit. It fills many of my must have's. I could see living in it comfortably while traveling even full time. 4 seasons and AWD. Fantastic. Ford chassis a major plus.
I would love to see this RV without the bed and have overhead cabinets instead. A single person could sleep on the sofa quite easily I think and perhaps remove the sofa back cushions. This would yield more storage and walking room.
@@VogtRVWorld3 way means it’s an absorption fridge, which means it cools slower, as well as not necessarily getting cool enough. Unless you mean it is both compressor AND absorption fridge.
@@dreadlord76 I have a dometic 3 way fridge and thank god it had the propane option because a wire got fried from my ac blowing (long story) the 12v n the shore power stopped working. Having choices is superior! Also boon docking fridge eats up the battery power bud! And this fridge keeps ice cream no problem! This is my 4th rv and third dometic absorption fridge and i have had no problems with any of them. 🍻
This seems to be a very nice van. I've been looking at a ton of videos covering the "B" class motor homes, and I have to say that my favorite by far are the ones with the rear, twin bed, option. I think it's because you don't have to "make" the bed, and allows a sperate sleeping space, other than converting a dinnet, or sofa, for a friend to camp with you. FYI...I do enjoy your videos! Thank you! ❤️🌵☀️⛈️🌈☮️🐎
Rear twin beds to indeed have the benefit of not having to make them. It generally results in a little bit longer coach, but not always. Appreciate you watching! -Mike
I always think those storage areas are so low and considering many seniors have these vehicles, they don’t plan for “aging in place” for RVs. They don’t plan for that on houses either and it’s a bit ridiculous. Been talking about it for decades but still haven’t really done so.
Does the Maverick Chinook requires us to winterize it with that pink stuff to keep the water lines safe 🤔 or I don't need to do that? Also, where does the extra tire store? Do you have snow and mud tires if or when I travel to Colorado? Cindy
Great presentation, Mike. Filing this under "Dream Rig". I've never been crazy about rear entrance doors but it could work with all of the other conveniences. After 2 travel trailers I think I am about ready for a B+ and this one would/will be it. Perfect for a single full time traveler like me. Thanks!
Very nice video😊😊very nice camper😊😊not certain how my finicky back would feel about bed situation. love the separate shower. would like to go from cockpit to living space from within the unit. Overall, wish my budget could afford😊😊😊
Currently we’ve been looking to buy a leisure travel Wonder but I like this B+ even more with the rear door and aluminum outer shell! I wonder what the price difference between the two will be?
Just picked up our Maverick 2 weeks ago…figure 182,000 we wanted all wheel drive, not sure Leisure Travel prices..it’s been super fun so far and zero issues.
I a few months we'll finally receive a Leisure Wonder, which is about the same price as thie Maverick. We currently have a 2003 Chinook Cascade, with the rare Chevy 8.1 liter V-8 gas engine, tuned and with a low restriction exhaust. 20 years old, but it runs like a charm. We'll miss how it pulls like a 1968 ss 396. But the wife wanted the rear twin beds and I wanted the bike garage. Yet this new Chinook seems much better for 4-season.
Door at the back is inconvenient. There is no slide out, so it is tight. My 24 foot trailer is bigger, even have 2 tvs, a huge bathroom, a full size fridge, and a fireplace not to mention a king size bed that I dont have to be sliding or fixing! Most important of all, I bought it in 2020 as a brand new for 28K which I paid cash!
I'm a medical traveler and I have four suitcases and none of them will fit down below and I'm really disappointed about that I don't know where I would be able to leave them so I don't know I'm leaning more 2: a class c it's just myself
Hey Mike hope that you're doing great? I'm glad to see you back making videos of all different kinds of motorhomes, fifth wheels, an travel trailers. I like this Chinook class B plus. I like that the door is in the back of it. Your number one fan Leonard Nelson from North Carolina! Keep up the great work.
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The bed setup is a real deal killer for me.
Deal killer for me as well.
I like the ones with a dinette that has larger bench seats and better yet a C-shape seating area. I would also prefer a wet bathroom and have more storage, more counter space in the kitchen, etc.
Yep. That plus the rear entry door. That huge closet in the back in a plus though.
The bed set up is the only real deal killer.
How much does this cost?
I will be so glad when a true designer works on the exterior/interior of vans. Colors, styles and layout.
I truly love this van Mike. As an elderly single man, I have children and friends that live from the Northeast in Pennsylvania to the Southeast in many cities in the Carolinas and Florida. This would be ideal for me to travel in and be able to stop and rest when required. Thanks for the review Mike and have a great day! (Chris)
Those are not dovetail joints. They're finger joints, also known as box joints. Dovetail joints are perhaps a bit stronger. A small point but, as a cabinet maker, I couldn't let it slide.
Thank you!!!! That's exactly what I said to my hubby. (Jane)
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Journyman Carpenter here and a self taught dad Carpenter, I said same. Still nice they took the time to do square joints..
I appreciate your presentation. This model almost sells itself along with your transparency. Really nice job.
Have watched a few diy van builds, & appreciate this motorhome with insulated cupboards, foam insulation use around the water tanks, the Truma heat system. Also like simplicity of the stove and microwave. Can also bake with a dutch oven on a campfire. Very thoughtful materials too. Think a retired single person wanting to reduce & sell off home, could enjoy its safety features on the Ford and travelling on the road with a quiet cabin.
Why would anyone in their right mind buy a new RV? A friend of mine recently purchased a used class C RV from folks who originally bought it new, and like many others in their situation, discovered the RV world wasn't for them. They let it sit around for about four years and decided to unload it. The RV my friend purchased was pretty much like new with very low mileage and at about half the original sticker price. Similar deals like this are literally all over the place out there - the supply is apparently endless.
The best part of buying used for me was that the previous owners(elderly couple) did all the warranty and recall work. There are always problems with these when they come off the assembly line. There is a lot of down time involved with bringing it back to the manufacturer for them to fix what they forgot in the first place.
Good to know.
Only half the original sticker price after 4 years? You should be able to buy a new RV for up to 30-40% off sticker. I rather do that than something 4 years old for only 50% off.
I’d buy a new one just as I do with my cars. I know NOTHING about the mechanics of troubleshooting, repairs and so on. Does this make sense to any one else? At 70 it’ll be difficult to ‘figure it out.” Does this make sense to you guys?
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Holy Cow!!! This is my perfect RV! I currently have a 2003 Winnebago Adventure 33V (2 slides) ... 2nd owner and I put approx 40K miles on her over the nearly 18 years that I have owned. I have been thinking to downsize as my traveling is now shorter trips. My fav things about this Chinook based on my Winne experience: Brake controller, gen plus solar, back door!!!, heated utility bay, dry bath setup, LEVELING!!! Fit and finish looks great. Storage looks great vs vans that I've looked at. Tow capacity is a plus. I have a 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport set up for towing 4down. I'd love to mostly not tow but the option is there. I live in NW Montana. I might be traveling to Texas :)
Very exciting that they brought back the Chinook. What a beautiful unit. So many great features, and looks to be a quality build..true to the Chinook name. Thanks for sharing the video.
I do like the way Chinook and Rialto sit lower, and the body style. I'm glad to see they're still making Chinook!
The sofa bed is a no-go for me, but I love all of the other aspects of this unit, especially the dry bath with separate shower. The location of the black tank pipe could be a concern as well. Overall, it looks very well made.
Love the design ! The placement ofthe propane quick disconnect is guaranteed to get ripped off going over speed bumps and the sewer dump is going to get ripped off leaving the first gas station. PLEASE, PLEASE, move these closer to the rear wheels ( infront and behind)and keep them up higher to prevent damage. Having exposed spray foam not only looks cheap but absorbs water and encourages rust and mold and rocks from the wheels will erode the foam after a few miles of gravel and then you have freezing problems. Thirdly two lithium batterys are cheaper than 4agm and will power the cook top for hours. Much better than the agm which will need the generator on too be used for more that 5 min. The space under the couch really needs some better organization, there could easily be half the space usable for storage with the use of a false floor and exchangingbthenpositions of the truma and inverter. CHEERS
1she: You convinced me not to buy...you and the fact that so far he has spent 40% of the tour on the outside. Now I am bored before he hives any attention to how much closet space does it have.
I love this.. my husband is a veteran and he is so into RV'S and thinking about getting one
Mike was delightful and did a great job in taking us thru the Chinook. Thank you. What kind of a musician are you? I am a singer, still singing at 90 years of age, in 2 choirs. God is Good.
Great detailed tour thanks Mike! This Chinook just changed my mind about anything else I've seen on the Ford Transit, I'm a fan!
This guys is good. Easy to follow and listen to. Very pleasant. Great demo.
Great looking rv! I love the natural wood cabinets and woodwork throughout the unit! I also really like the deep copper colored couch and dinette booths. Everything goes together so nicely.
Oh no ! Sewer output right where you will scrape going in and out of driveways. Yikes !
Exactly right. That was the first downside I saw.
Yep, I noticed that too. It looks very vulnerable there....and no poopy makes wifey unhappy!! :)
Had the same problem with our Roadtrek
@@suecastillo1733 Bummer.
@stanw909 just bought a promaster for conversion, will sell the roadtrek for urban use - no mountain trails!
That thing is drop dead gorgeous! I have only one concern, and that’s a turbo charge V6 try to do the work of a V-8 to haul all that metal around. I just can’t believe it would last very long.
I have recently acquired a slightly used Chinook, 1988 Ford f350 w/460. What a beast! Almost identical interior design, I do like the true shower/lavatory setup. I’ve had some people say I should gut it and go new but everything works perfectly so I have a hard time justifying that. I would have been 27 when it was built and I think it’s kind of cool retro as is. Anyway I’m a fan for sure. Not so sure about the eco boost but I’m not” race man Rick “anymore so I could live with it. Been camping in the yard for a bit getting used to it and first trip is planned 50 miles away a little further south.
Have fun...
For a barebones no-slide small RV, I expected a sub $200K price. Disappointed that is not the case.
You did not give fuel tank or LP tank capacities. The windows opening laterally instead of at the bottom is problematic if it rains and you need ventilation.
It's a very nice looking RV with great features but that $235K price doesn't support it.
I love the layout. Just a couple questions. How much does it go for and can you pick different colors?
Looked it up, it’s around $200,000!🤦♂️
I don't like the location of the outside propane hookup!
What a pleasant, professional rv tour!!!! Excellent job! Thank you!
Thanks for the kind words, and hope our videos are helpful. -Mike
The rear door is also a better safety security escape door better than the usual small windows. Here you can use front or the back door. This is great. Also you have more space under the awning for chairs and tables. If you use a small trailer you can attach the bike rack to the trailer hitch, or if you don’t have such trailer you need to use a moveable rack to access the rear door. But the trailer give you more cargo capacity 2k+ lbs and it is only 130lbs on the van occc. It is also a safe on the campground.
This was my first attempt at class B+ RVing. I am 6’3” and I appreciate you mentioning you are 6 foot tall so I can get a proper perspective. At I am just beginning into the RV Life this Chinnock is an option that is self contained and would not require a RV and Pick up purchase
QUESTIONS:
1) MSRP?
2) V6 so is diesel an option - and would I even need it?
3) Fuel capacity and estimated highway mileage
This is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for the amazing tour.
I love the Chinook and their quality. I wish they would have stayed with the push button lock system for all the cabinets and closets rather than the handles.
It's a dream rig for traveling, boating, and tailgating, but I can't imagine the beds being comfortable.
Hello i love the rear door opening, and i absolutely love how the table just lay flat.. no hassle, and I love the insulated cabinet and the tinted screen… thanks for the tour.
Another great tour Mike! Thanks for all the details and tips!
The layout for this Chinook is amazing.
I've always loved the rear door entries but- the toilet room is barely big enough to close the door and how much can you cook on one burner? You can't even make a main and a side... I don't need six burners but two would be great.
This model seems to check all the boxes with maby the sofa bed. I would definitely add some extra padding since I'm not crazy about laying on leather or vinyl. But that's a preference and a easy fix!
Thank God Chinook returned with new models. They had stopped making Chinooks for years. But, everyone went crazy and they came back. I love this model. Everything about this model is classy and in basically the usual Chinook configuration that made them famous. This is the RV to get due to it's practicality and style which never seems dated.
Quality components and workmanship on this Chinook. Especially the undercarriage spray foam!
Overall a beautiful travel home! Especially love the shower and bathroom spaces. Am I the only one repeatedly disappointed by the lack of kitchen prep space in commercial RVs? Shocked that there are never pull-out counters etc. like in the vans people build out for themselves. Always ample dining space but nowhere to make all the food!
I agree. I've seen a few with a flip-up counter top that adds a little bit more but usually in travel trailers. I also don't like just one burner.
👏🏻🙏🏻The most important feature for me is AMPLE KITCHEN prep and storage space. 🙏🏻👏🏻
20:10 box joints not dovetail joints. Big difference regarding holding power in the joints.
I used to think Class C's were tacky looking but this Chinook Class B+ is the cat's meow! Nicer interior and really nice amount of storage1
The sticker says negative 15 degrees celsius. 15 degrees celsius is not below freezing.
One of the nicer bathrooms I've seen! Bed looks really uncomfortable. Would like a version that was more like a mobile workspace with very minimal kitchen area. Drawer is not technically a dovertail joint. I see it referred to as a finger or box joint.
I thought when he said the favorite thing about the frig opening from patio side that at first he mean it opened from inside and from outside the RV. You know so if lazing around outside and you wanted a sandwich or a beverage you just could get to it without back and forth in and out. Of course it would need a lockable door or a way for it to slide into place. Would be a great idea, as would having a gas or electric fireplace that slid inside or outside for chilly nights when sitting around with friends but can’t start a fire pit up or a campfire.
I like it. Should show both floor plans with some main spec's like tank sizes in future videos. Good video!
Thanks! Will do as soon as we get both on the lot at the same time. Appreciate the feedback. -Mike
And I thought I had figured most everything about my same model. This was a great review with a few additional unknowns. I have the 2023 model and the fresh water siphoning problem is not fixed. I took a different approach though by adding a valve on each overflow. I simply must remember to close them before travelling. Thank you for athorough post.
Rear door may get old after multiple back in campsites with the picnic table and/ fire rings on the sides. Just thinking convenience when cooking outside. Maybe?
Question; How are you supposed to get in the door if you have a bike rack? Awning on side but door in back not protected from rain? Bed, groan.
Thanks for the video. Hard no for me because of the rear door and pull out bed arrangement.
Back door is nice as long as you’re not using the hitch for towing or a bike rack.
On such van i would use my 4x6 utility trailer with a v shape and put the bike on the trailer hitch. The trailer would give you 2000lbs of cargo and serve as a safe in the campground. It would also uses only 130lbs on the ford chassis cargo capacity. Several advantages. You can then detach the trailer and uses the 130 lbs weight for the grey tank and black tank
That would be problematic. I wouldn’t be able to carry my eBike! Guess the Chinook is out for me. Nap time!!💤
@@user-vm5ud4xw6n there are bike rack that can move. You can add a trailer as well and put a hitch on the trailer. There are ways.
Beautiful unit and excellent showing. My only 'wish' was it would have been nice to see you go to the back via the cab. Is that do-able?
Thank GOD. Finally a sub-woofer near my furnace and water heater. Just what I’ve been waiting for. How long are the beds? Why do we keep that a secret? And are there TWO induction burners included or just one?
Very nice. I think id delete the microwave and install a larger fridge. But super nice!! Thanks
I really like this setup. I like the door in the back and the pullout induction cook top. The bath setup is great, too. This is just right for me. I think I would add some kind of projection screen to the outside, though, and a projection tv to set up outside. Then I'd be good to go. I'm just wondering about the size of the bedding I would have to get for this, though. I think I would prefer a Murphy bed setup there. That's the only negative for me.
I had an ORIGINAL Toyota Chinook for many years and loved it. Fit and finish back then were almost as nice is it is today. Amenities were sparse - no bathroom or refrigerator but had on board propane that we removed for extra storage (and the ability to use tunnels legally) and did all our cooking outside. We traveled EVERYWHERE east of the Mississippi for years with two sons sleeping over cab. It was a true CAMPER! You were camping in that rig - it was not a motorhome. When it finally had to be taken away due to my neglect and NY salt corrosion my wife, Terry, cried. She so loved the many years we had with it as our only vehicle, daily driver and commuter. I am so happy that Chinook is back and working on couples-friendly glamping now.
Thanks very much for a super, clear, thorough, smooth tour. Covered everything!! Think you're the Best Ive ever watched!(and that's a LOT)🎉 NEW Subscriber from a distance! East central Illinois.
Used to travel to Dallas/Fort Worth for ~25-30 years via plane, car, and train. I may just venture back that way to do my rv shopping ❤ THANKS 👍🏼
Should have designed a slide with dinette and Murphy bed….would have made a huge difference for improved sleeping
Totally agree!
@@David-sc2sq Leisure Travel Vans (Canadian made) does and a few other manufacturers.
@@kevingreig288 I heard those electric slides eventually break and some have leaking problems later on; however, that is just hearsay from the internet.
I was looking for a used Chinook about 5 years ago. I wanted 4WD and was prepared to have Quadvan convert it. But then I realized that I would always be carrying a bicycle or motorcycle on the rear hitch or pulling a trailer. So that rear door was a deal breaker for me. Chinook did make a model with a side door, but they didn't build very many of them so they're very rare. I bought a Transit instead and had Quadvan convert it to 4WD.
All nice, until we got to the bed setup…what a deal breaker
Agree. I want a bed I can keep made up. Elevator style, murphy bed, etc.
Nice but did I miss a privacy door for when you are showering?
15 degree C isn’t below freezing as said. Zero Celsius equals 32 Fahrenheit.
I believe you meant to say -15 C as posted on that sticker.
I Love this model! Love it, love it. Thank you for that presentation.
I loved this when it came out last year. Would be my first pick except for the CCC. There’s even less on the DS. Tons of storage that you can’t use. After deducting for water and tanks, there’s enough CCC for 2 people, some food and clothes and that’s it. No chairs, grills or outdoor stuff and certainly no toys. I also think towing anything would be risky with such low CCC. But if you did, you’d have to lose the 2nd person or travel over weight. It’s so frustrating when these manufacturers come out with such a great product and then give such low CCC that you can’t really use it. I also wish all the reviewers would give more importance to the CCC and actually tell people that they can’t really use all the storage space provided. I’ve been educating myself but a lot of people will buy this having no idea that if they fill that storage, they’ll be overweight. I love everything about this RV, especially the 4 seasons aspect. I prefer the DS. But I can’t figure out how to travel with a little over 500lbs of CCC.
Cargo carrying capacity. The weight of the people, water, tanks, food, all other stuff.
It’s actually okay towing it has about 5,000 lbs of room on GCWR. So like he said, with a 1000 lbs of cargo you can tow 4000. Their web site indicates;
Dry weight 9,300
GVWR 11,000
Difference 1700
GCWR 16000
So not sure if their CCC already has some things removed, like fresh water?
I think the cargo limits are mainly on the axles, reason cargo is only around 1000. Problem is all that hardwood and systems. Quality is heavy. Maybe pulling a small trailer or load up your toad would be a option. It is frustrating.
@@wallykos6784It takes more than leaf springs to increase CCC
Probably CCC is not something the new to Rving people think about. I know it was not on my radar. Thank you for bringing that up!
I think I would love it but they made it too heavy by using that heavy sod, so lessened the ccc and the European is light and gorgeous
I like the unit overall but I would hate having to reconfigure the couch/bed each day. I guess that is the tradeoff for having a dry bath and shower. Quality looks good, storage is excellant, love the AWD Ford transit. Auto leveling is great.
I loved the "they're not gonna see that coming"... comment
That better be
MINUS 15° Celsius, because 0° c is freezing [32°] in fahrenheit.
15° c is 59° F and hardly cold. If its -15° c, then that would be 5° Fahrenheit and indeed a "cold test". Maybe you can update us if you inadvertently missed the minus on that temperature.
The notice on the window: the temperature range tested was -15C to 20C (5F to 68F). The coach had to heat from well below freezing to 20C within 4 hours, and it did so.
Hi. If the couch is made into a bed, u have no room to get out to bath and cabinets have very sharp corners. High step in skinny entrance, looks over a foot. I love leisure vans and prism elite. Nice pullout pantry and looks great outside with good side open storage I love. 4 season would need lithium if boondocking.. thanks again 🎉
pretty sleek layout. like the dinette set up and the dry bath. not sure about the water and electrical under the bed area w/ no compartmentalization to keep things from shorting out in the event of a water leak.
This is a very impressive unit. Price point a tad high for me but a great unit. It fills many of my must have's. I could see living in it comfortably while traveling even full time. 4 seasons and AWD. Fantastic. Ford chassis a major plus.
Agreed. Chinook makes the short list for quality coaches that endure well in all seasons. Thx for your feedback. -Mike
What is the price of this unit?
I need this in my life. Leaving my house and all belongings to live full time on the road working
I would love to see this RV without the bed and have overhead cabinets instead. A single person could sleep on the sofa quite easily I think and perhaps remove the sofa back cushions. This would yield more storage and walking room.
-15C is 59 degrees Fahrenheit...not really that cold. Please check your stats pre-video. Still a nice unit. We like the AGM batteries. Price???
First one I have ever seen and said they knocked this one out of the park. Perfect size and abilities without skimming bathroom
That antique 3-way fridge is an absolute deal-killer they need to realize that 12 volt is the only way to go.
It runs off 12v or 110v. You're covered either way. -Mike
@@VogtRVWorld3 way means it’s an absorption fridge, which means it cools slower, as well as not necessarily getting cool enough. Unless you mean it is both compressor AND absorption fridge.
@@dreadlord76 I have a dometic 3 way fridge and thank god it had the propane option because a wire got fried from my ac blowing (long story) the 12v n the shore power stopped working. Having choices is superior! Also boon docking fridge eats up the battery power bud! And this fridge keeps ice cream no problem! This is my 4th rv and third dometic absorption fridge and i have had no problems with any of them. 🍻
That drop down table in the back looks like the perfect liquor cabinet. 🤪
This seems to be a very nice van.
I've been looking at a ton of videos covering the "B" class motor homes, and I have to say that my favorite by far are the ones with the rear, twin bed, option.
I think it's because you don't have to "make" the bed, and allows a sperate sleeping space, other than converting a dinnet, or sofa, for a friend to camp with you.
FYI...I do enjoy your videos!
Thank you!
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Rear twin beds to indeed have the benefit of not having to make them. It generally results in a little bit longer coach, but not always. Appreciate you watching! -Mike
I always think those storage areas are so low and considering many seniors have these vehicles, they don’t plan for “aging in place” for RVs. They don’t plan for that on houses either and it’s a bit ridiculous. Been talking about it for decades but still haven’t really done so.
Less than 10” clearance…. Very close to the ground the further you move towards the front.
Nice unit. Mike...you do an excellent overview. I dont know you or the business you represent but i can imagine you guys are very succesful.
I'm not sure about launching a boat with it, but being able to trailer a couple 4 wheelers would be handy
Does the Maverick Chinook requires us to winterize it with that pink stuff to keep the water lines safe 🤔 or I don't need to do that? Also, where does the extra tire store? Do you have snow and mud tires if or when I travel to Colorado? Cindy
I thought Chinook went out of business. They are a quality RV for sure.
I am usually a c class only..but this is very nice. It is everything I need! Thank you!
Nice details except for the bed. Not much comfort there I imagine especially having to sleep on vinyl. And all that plant under your pillow?
Do they still make the small ones that they use to make? It they do you might want to feature one of them in the future. I likw what I see thank you>
Is there a privacy curtain to separate the cab from the living space?
Everything is well done.Is there a covering of some sort between the cockpit and living space? Or do you need sunscreens for the cockpit area.
Does the double sofa meet seamlessly in the middle for one king/queen sleeper??
Great presentation, Mike. Filing this under "Dream Rig". I've never been crazy about rear entrance doors but it could work with all of the other conveniences. After 2 travel trailers I think I am about ready for a B+ and this one would/will be it. Perfect for a single full time traveler like me. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Very nice video😊😊very nice camper😊😊not certain how my finicky back would feel about bed situation. love the separate shower. would like to go from cockpit to living space from within the unit. Overall, wish my budget could afford😊😊😊
Almost but the bed doesnt do it. I like the LTV better because of that.
That is pretty cool I might need to get one of those!
I want Fenny!!
Currently we’ve been looking to buy a leisure travel Wonder but I like this B+ even more with the rear door and aluminum outer shell! I wonder what the price difference between the two will be?
I expect them to be similarly priced. -Mike
Just picked up our Maverick 2 weeks ago…figure 182,000 we wanted all wheel drive, not sure Leisure Travel prices..it’s been super fun so far and zero issues.
I a few months we'll finally receive a Leisure Wonder, which is about the same price as thie Maverick. We currently have a 2003 Chinook Cascade, with the rare Chevy 8.1 liter V-8 gas engine, tuned and with a low restriction exhaust. 20 years old, but it runs like a charm. We'll miss how it pulls like a 1968 ss 396. But the wife wanted the rear twin beds and I wanted the bike garage. Yet this new Chinook seems much better for 4-season.
Leisure travels are not 4 seasons, if my understanding
Nice to see some competition to LTV, however not the same quality it appears. But nice that you carry another brand.
Any option on keeping the batteries warm in the winter?
WOW--they lost me on the bed situation--hope going forward they rethink that one!
Beautiful rig.
where is the power plugs in the kitchen like force-fed pot,etc ?
Door at the back is inconvenient. There is no slide out, so it is tight. My 24 foot trailer is bigger, even have 2 tvs, a huge bathroom, a full size fridge, and a fireplace not to mention a king size bed that I dont have to be sliding or fixing! Most important of all, I bought it in 2020 as a brand new for 28K which I paid cash!
I'm a medical traveler and I have four suitcases and none of them will fit down below and I'm really disappointed about that I don't know where I would be able to leave them so I don't know I'm leaning more 2: a class c it's just myself
No shield for the black tank outlet?
Hey Mike hope that you're doing great? I'm glad to see you back making videos of all different kinds of motorhomes, fifth wheels, an travel trailers. I like this Chinook class B plus. I like that the door is in the back of it. Your number one fan Leonard Nelson from North Carolina! Keep up the great work.
Thank you Leonard -Mike