GLAMPING in Plateau TS by Pleasure-Way
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NORTH AMERICAS BEST BUILT CLASS B RV? Pleasure-Way crafts a B Van like few others. ***??? What do you like best about this Plateau TS Camper Van?
Quality! But again I want at least a 3000 watt inverter and at least 9600 watts of power. No one us paying attention to the need yo run AC more and more?!! Wonder about a Volta up fitting.
I am once again...NOT impressed. I do like their style, but they still lack that ever missing trait of INNOVATION...it is the same ole floor plan done 100 different ways with styling and decor. I like the modern look of some of these vans, but their floor plan is meh....plus I hate to have to make a puzzle bed or having to convert a lounge area for sleeping each night! I either must have a murphy bed or a rise and lower system like many of the adventure vans...who wants to have to make up a puzzle bed every night? Not this guy!!! Also, the bathroom backing up to the driver seat is a big NO NO for me!! ...oh, and then of course MUST HAVE VOLTA!!
I’ve spent $200 annually for 4 years, 45k miles, to maintain my 2017 plateau ts 3500 chassis. Much better than expected. Did the fuel filter myself and saved $300.
Good job Greg
Like your channel....but will never buy a Sprinter van because it is a Mercedes...any work that would need to be done through the years is EXPENSIVE.
Thanks for sharing. If you aren’t loving the Mercedes, pleasure way has nice collection of ford based vans that are tagged as the on tour series and are gas engines.
@@advancecamp thank you for that! I was wondering if there were any Ford based Class B's....thanks for the tip!
Thank you for watching my videos
Had to agree with you Scott you need lithium system to run the AC and appliance other than that great looking van.
Happy that you agree with me, Ron.
I realize this video is old. I just found it. I have a 6-year old Pleasure-Way Lexor. That's the model built on the Ram Promaster. Same battery system and generator (though, my generator is not the quiet one. They do say it meets NPS standards). Just to clarify, there is plenty of power with the 200 amp lithiums to run the microwave. It's only the AC that you must either be on shore power or using the generator. I did just recently replace my 3-way fridge with a Norcold 12-volt compressor. I definitely like that better. Thanks for the great video. I have no desire to trade vans, but I would definitely consider another Pleasure-Way. It is definitely solidly built. I mean, I've hardly had to fix anything whatsoever.
Thanks for sharing
Absolutely love the Plateau TS model, this is my dream rig. Would love it if they switched to a 12 volt frig and offered an option of adding more batteries. I’ve heard so many PW owners complain about the 3-way frig, hoping PW changes to a 22 volt in the future.
Agree with you, Joyce on the refrigerator situation
Agree
Have to agree with your likes and dislikes. PW was one of our top RVs to buy (before we found Embassy). We were looking at the Lexor FL model but I don't think they have it anymore. Love the fit and finish and the layout, especially the back which seemed very open. The only drawback, as you pointed out, was that proprietary and rather anemic battery system... just too little power that needed propane and a generator to fully power the van. Great video as always! Be seeing you!
Howdy RoL
@@gosmall.livelarge Howdy GSLL! 🤠
Wish Pleasureway would put more choices out on top of gas engines, and with adequate lithium options.
Interesting points you make
One of the things that got me looking at vans was seeing "Ozzy and Jack's World Tour" series--Ozzy Osbourne and his son Jack traveling in a PleasureWay van. They actually started out in a motor home from the 80s like the one Ozzy used on tour back then, but it unsurprisingly broke pretty quickly.
Hi Kathi
It's very pretty for sure I just never liked the bathroom getting the view out of the side door.
Thank you, Anita
@@gosmall.livelarge Anita, Amira meh, it's close 😉
Great video as usual ! We own a 2021 Pleasure Way Lexor FL - on a ram 3500 chassis and absolutely love it !! Tks for the video from Quebec.
Quebec 🇨🇦!!!
I want this, except... minimize the closet to about 6 inches. (I'm not taking a lot of hanging clothes camping.) Move the bathroom back into that space we just created. And, fit a shallow laptop desk behind the driver's seat with a second TV/monitor mounted on a swing arm above. Lagun table mounts front and back. Delete the built-in induction cooktop and have one in a drawer that can also be used outside. Maybe even lose some of the kitchen counter near the sliding door and fit a folding jump seat for another passenger up front. OK. That's actually a lot of changes. But, I love this bathroom setup, fridge and convection microwave. The Plateau FL isn't as nice for those.
thx D
Thank you, Scott. I agree with most of the comments. The "business" side of the van is too obvious for those who have an HOA. They are excellent and high quality but short on being practical in south Florida's humidity/heat. A lift be makes such sense - above in the back is wasted space otherwise and gains a large garage.
Thx for your comments
It's a pretty Van. It is not for me, but it seems like a quality Van that just needs ⚡Volta ⚡!!
I am in your camp on this
What is Volta?
@@conniebishop3966 lithium system
Just like me North America's best built 1958 model year. Love that it's made in Canada. Love the high-end luxury finish. Love the Mercedes platform. Scott I agree with the power dislike. We should be able to power everything you can with shore power while using the off-grid battery system. Well done Pleasure way. Cheers 😘🥂😘
Thank you F and T for your comment
It was my pleasure David 🙏 ☺️
Hi Marie
Love love it which I could buy just too much money
Thank you, Wanda
Like the 3-way ginormous refrigerator and overall color palette. I don't like the lack of clearance from the road and onboard propane vice more battery power. Great look at this beautiful van Scott!
Hi Tang
I appreciate the quality of PW and love their kitchen. I was interested in the Lexor TS floor plan but they dropped that floor plan. I would want less clothes closet and a pantry. I would not want the generator, but more solar and battery power. Space is limited on top of a van, however, solar has made major leaps in panels. Also in quieter A/C's. I would the couch removed and have a raised bed giving more storage in the garage like I see in custom built vans. I would have a place for a lagun table to be attached up front.
I prefer the flat cabinetry, the curved outward doors gives me a feeling of less space, no matter what color. I believe PW should look at the innovations being done in others. For high end, look at the trends in yachts, etc. PW seems behind the times.
Great points you make Janet
Exactly right. Not shy about charging for outdated systems though.
Love love this van!!!
right on Brenda
I really like the quality and style of the Pleasure-Way. I prefer the FL models with the front cabinet replaced by a 1/2 height work area and 2nd table mount. I also dislike the limited boon docking ability. Roadtrek is better for that.
Very good
Love the sinks and stove
Hi Allison
This one is gorgeous
Agree with you
Great jobs 👌
Thx MJ
Nice watch Scott
Thanks for the comment on my watch. Love my Breitling. But moving to Apple Watch ultra
Build quality is top shelf. Very beautiful coach. Shower space...not bad with the radius door. Don't like the isle facing power outlets, at all. They should be a pop up power post, back wall or under cupboard placement. I love my under cupboard power outlets on my Embassy Sport. The cabinets Need a carpet type treatment for the bottoms and side walls for traction and noise.
You would have to buy a longer Lagun riser bar to raise that table surface much more than shown. I had to do this with my setup for swinging my table over the couch. Cost is about $65.
Love the temperature controls to allow a set temp. I don't have that flexibility. Love the Norcold. Love the couch that reclines to whatever position you like. Needs a full lithium solution. Does the genny recharge the lithium batteries?
Great points you make Van Liberty
Yes, the generator will charge the lithium batteries, as do the solar panels and driving. The cabinets are solid... I do not hear noise coming from them while driving.
Door number one is for number two lol..
Too funny
Pleasureways are beautifully and real quality. Before buying my Travato Kl I seriously looked at the Pleasureway Lexor also on the RAM PM. But it did not have full Lithium and required a noisy gen they also still have the absorbtion fridge. On the floorplan I would want a separate lounge area while someone is sleeping. If you want to really see quality and beautiful construction climb under the van and see how well PW builds things you dont see. If I could have gotten a Volta system in a PW Lexor I would be driving that.
Congrats on your Travato. Appreciate your thoughts on that van
Sweet van I really like the hydrid capability and price 👍👍😎
Sweet
I'm looking at a 2019 planning to purchase and you are correct the air-conditioning is not what I would like
right on
Another beautiful van but in the dark ages as far as power is concerned. I just don't get the lack of volta like system. Who the heck wants to listen to a generator???
Agree with you
I like the color combination. It was striking when the side door opened.
They should put in a 12v refrigerator. Don't care for the square edge countertop. They use to have a nice round one. Also I don't like the high gloss.
Very good
Nice, but hide the exterior hookups for stealth camping.
Thanks David. Did you see my video about Urban Camping th-cam.com/video/DamOaRoTs0Q/w-d-xo.html
Love your videos! Confused why I think at the beginning you said it cost $175k but he said MSRP $183k. Is that because $175 is what they offer it at? Bummer no full lithium. :(. Agree with your comments on Volta
Thx Jana
Love it except the refrigerator.... No propane for us anymore.....
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I just put 1st 20,000 miles on ours, only complaint the front is too low it drags easily even on uneven pavement or ground
Congrats Ricky on your first 20,000 miles. Have you considered lifting the vehicle?
@@gosmall.livelarge Yes going ot take it in shop for general maint. see what they offer. I lifted my 4x4s so understand it. Thanks you videos and info. have a good day
Pleasureway was my first thought but a friend who has one discouraged me
Oh no
@@gosmall.livelarge. What’s the issue with the refrigerator? Why don’t folks like this one?
Why did the original owner sold it?
How many miles are on this vehicle?
Can someone explain the reason why folks don’t like the frig?
Good question
What is the best fix for the refrigerator issue? No working refrigerator is unacceptable for a coach boasting superior craftsmanship
Try using mobile RV tech for service
It's 2 years old, not new
I don't trust anyone that wears mirrored sunglasses. Call me Luke.
Hi Owen
Probably the only quality manufactured B class out there right now. However…why manufacturers still put propane and generators in these vans is baffling and impractical. Get with the times, up the lithium, get rid of those 2 things, and also instal a 12v fridge instead of the awful 3 way which nobody wants in a van anymore. So expensive with an archaic set up, sadly. as far as that goes.
Thank you
I was in love until I saw the small footprint wet bath. I want enough room to turn around. Sigh… 😢
Hello Mr. Thor
No gen no black tank no wood EMBASSY made in USA
Great points you make Bud
Porcelain I am sold........................................
Excellent
$124,000 US ? Seriously? That’s way overpriced. I imagine not many are sold. Only buyers that throw away money would pay that price. More like $80,000 is more reasonable.
Thx Kevin
@@gosmall.livelarge what are your thoughts on the price tag?
124k for a plateau is a very good price
DO NOT BUY ANYTHING ON THAT MERCEDES CHASIS! I JUST BOUGHT A 2022 boldt and it has no business even being built. That chasis is terrible.
Thx BurnDog
You talk about the " tacky ness of the cabinet base as impressive" but at 18:11 mins. you missed the obvious metal L brackets screwed on to hold them together on the inside. What premium cabinet is built this way?-None. You have to be honest to keep viewers. If you feel your job is to be a fan boy for every sales rep, we will forever question what qualifies as "premium" build quality from this reviewer.
Great comment JR
@@gosmall.livelarge sorry, at times I'm a little heavy on Quality Manufacturing as my degree Minor was focussed there.
Overpriced, not worth it !
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pleasureway is crap, electrical fire, gas leak, dozens of problems they won't fix. Cheap rusty hardware, loose electrical connections, uncomfortable bed. . . .
Appreciate you sharing your personal experience with your P-W