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Old 05-17-2018, 12:57 PM   #1
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Just got back from 3 days at the Diesel Coach factory watching them build our new Berkshire XLT. A couple of pictures of that and some of the new features found on the 2019 models. Chrome mirrors, Aqua Hot, solid surface shower, additional front speakers 20 lb propane tank to feed quick connect on passenger side.
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Old 05-17-2018, 09:20 PM   #2
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Very nice. Congratulations
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Love the mirrors
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Old 05-18-2018, 12:43 PM   #4
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real tile straight down to OSB with no subfloor. Sounds like a recipe for troubles.
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Old 05-18-2018, 01:12 PM   #5
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real tile straight down to OSB with no subfloor. Sounds like a recipe for troubles.


There’s a full aluminum frame underneath the OSB.
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There’s a full aluminum frame underneath the OSB.
Always taught never to tile over plywood. Always tiled over mud job, concrete board or hardi board
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I believe, unless things have changed, that the xlt has heated floors so the tile is not laid directly over plywood. There is a mat with heating coils running through it between the floor and the tile.
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I believe, unless things have changed, that the xlt has heated floors so the tile is not laid directly over plywood. There is a mat with heating coils running through it between the floor and the tile.


It’s an option that most of them seem to have.
We also ordered it on this one.
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Old 05-19-2018, 04:36 AM   #9
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real tile straight down to OSB with no subfloor. Sounds like a recipe for troubles.
18 years ago I said the same thing- when redoing my house- but 18 years later nothing has moved, loosed or cracked. The new style of adhesives really holds tile solid.

With all they are adding- they are going to be competing with Dutchstar.
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Old 05-19-2018, 09:19 AM   #10
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We are buying the 45a that also includes the drop down bunk in the cockpit. They made some really impressive improvements in the 2019 model. Those showers are much bigger then the fiberglass ones in the 2018. We took the tour too. Very nice people.
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Old 05-19-2018, 05:08 PM   #11
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Always taught never to tile over plywood. Always tiled over mud job, concrete board or hardi board
X2, with mud over expanded metal mesh.

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Old 05-19-2018, 07:30 PM   #12
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Just got back from 3 days at the Diesel Coach factory watching them build our new Berkshire XLT. A couple of pictures of that and some of the new features found on the 2019 models. Chrome mirrors, Aqua Hot, solid surface shower, additional front speakers 20 lb propane tank to feed quick connect on passenger side.
That last image looks like a supercharger off a hemi.
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Old 05-20-2018, 10:01 PM   #13
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Congratulations. Nice you could see it made.
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Old 05-22-2018, 06:47 PM   #14
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Aquahot, chrome mirrors, nice shower. This is looking really nice. How much have prices increased?


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Old 05-22-2018, 09:07 PM   #15
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Around 16 - 18K, had the 18 & 19 MSRPs written down but can't find the paper now. Below is a list I was give of the changes to the 2019 models.

2019Berkshire XLT

• Optional Euro Loft Front Cockpit Bed lift
• Sirius/XM Antennae installed (Tuner Req.)
• Dual USB Charger –Passenger Console
• Hydronic Heat/Hot Water System
• Bose Sound bar
• New Multiplex Features
• Flush Floor Step Cover
• Electronic Pantry Locks
• 2 Additional, Dash Stereo Speakers
• Add Toe Kick Lighting
• Revised 43B Floorpan
• Add Heat Pump to Rear A/C
• Full Tile Standard
• Power Cord Reel Standard
• Chrome Side-View Mirrors
• Semi Gloss Hardwood Cabinetry
• Ceiling/CrownFront Living Area
• Updated Furniture Designs
• Taller Kitchen Backsplashes
• w/More Glass Mosaic Insert
• New wallboard
• New Bronze Maple Wood Color Avail.
• New Countertop Colors
• Solid Surface Dιcor Shower walls

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What are the new multiplex features?
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Old 05-23-2018, 06:56 AM   #17
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Around 16 - 18K, had the 18 & 19 MSRPs written down but can't find the paper now. Below is a list I was give of the changes to the 2019 models.

2019Berkshire XLT

• Optional Euro Loft Front Cockpit Bed lift
• Sirius/XM Antennae installed (Tuner Req.)
• Dual USB Charger –Passenger Console
• Hydronic Heat/Hot Water System
• Bose Sound bar
• New Multiplex Features
• Flush Floor Step Cover
• Electronic Pantry Locks
• 2 Additional, Dash Stereo Speakers
• Add Toe Kick Lighting
• Revised 43B Floorpan
• Add Heat Pump to Rear A/C
• Full Tile Standard
• Power Cord Reel Standard
• Chrome Side-View Mirrors
• Semi Gloss Hardwood Cabinetry
• Ceiling/CrownFront Living Area
• Updated Furniture Designs
• Taller Kitchen Backsplashes
• w/More Glass Mosaic Insert
• New wallboard
• New Bronze Maple Wood Color Avail.
• New Countertop Colors
• Solid Surface Dιcor Shower walls


Wow. They have really listened to us and have stepped up their game. I was starting to look at Entegra as an option, but may not need to now. Still love Forest River Diesel Divison.


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Old 05-23-2018, 07:20 AM   #18
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I agree. They are on par now with both the Entegra Aspire and the Dutch Star. At least with the features they have added in 2019. And the price point is a lot lower than the Aspire and Dutch Star.
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Old 05-27-2018, 06:40 AM   #19
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Around 16 - 18K, had the 18 & 19 MSRPs written down but can't find the paper now. Below is a list I was give of the changes to the 2019 models.

2019Berkshire XLT

• Optional Euro Loft Front Cockpit Bed lift
• Sirius/XM Antennae installed (Tuner Req.)
• Dual USB Charger –Passenger Console
• Hydronic Heat/Hot Water System
• Bose Sound bar
• New Multiplex Features
• Flush Floor Step Cover
• Electronic Pantry Locks
• 2 Additional, Dash Stereo Speakers
• Add Toe Kick Lighting
• Revised 43B Floorpan
• Add Heat Pump to Rear A/C
• Full Tile Standard
• Power Cord Reel Standard
• Chrome Side-View Mirrors
• Semi Gloss Hardwood Cabinetry
• Ceiling/CrownFront Living Area
• Updated Furniture Designs
• Taller Kitchen Backsplashes
• w/More Glass Mosaic Insert
• New wallboard
• New Bronze Maple Wood Color Avail.
• New Countertop Colors
• Solid Surface Dιcor Shower walls

Would really like to see the prices if you can find them.
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Looks great! Congrats and welcome to the Berkshire Family!
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