Uploaded July 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Kelderman Mfg Tour | How the Grech RV Air Suspension is Made and Works (EPISODE 247)
ℹ️ About this episode:
On this episode of Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision), we decided to go to Kelderman Manufacturing in Oskaloosa, Iowa to find out How Kelderman Air Suspensions Are Made and How It Works on a Grech RV Camper Van. Grech RV installs the Kelderman Air Ride Suspension on all their Class B luxury camper van motorhomes on the Mercedes chassis. Today we’re meeting with Jeff Kelderman, the Vice President of Kelderman Manufacturing and he's going to take us under our Grech RV Strada-Ion and explain in details how the system works and why it differs from other similar brands.
Not only did I learn more about the Kelderman Air suspension on our Grech RV Strada-Ion, but also a lot of knowledge of all the different products this manufacturing company builds. The size of this facility and the high tech equipment they use was very impressive and the whole experience helped give even more confidence of the quality and longevity of the Kelderman Air Suspension on our Strada-Ion as well as other parts they manufacture.
Jeff also shares a little treat in this video, which is an RV his father built from a Peterbilt semi and a fifth wheel turned around backwards. Jeff has quite a story to share about this custom RV that he is so proud of.
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00:00 Introduction
01:50 Getting Underneath the Strada-Ion | Explaining The Air Ride System
07:53 Steel Tube Laser Cutter Demo
09:30 Sheet Metal Laser Cutter Demo
10:00 Weld Area for HD Trucks/Semis
10:46 Robotic Welder for the Grech RV Sprinter Van Suspensions
11:53 Building Air Tanks
13:20 Powder Coating Process
16:28 Truck Shop
17:00 Process Before Shipping
19:01 Kelderman's Line of Shocks
19:30 Custom RV | 5th Wheel Backwards and a Peterbilt
22:06 Conclusion
Kelderman Mfg Tour | How the Grech RV Air Suspension is Made and Works (EPISODE 247)
ℹ️ About this episode:
On this episode of Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision), we decided to go to Kelderman Manufacturing in Oskaloosa, Iowa to find out How Kelderman Air Suspensions Are Made and How It Works on a Grech RV Camper Van. Grech RV installs the Kelderman Air Ride Suspension on all their Class B luxury camper van motorhomes on the Mercedes chassis. Today we’re meeting with Jeff Kelderman, the Vice President of Kelderman Manufacturing and he's going to take us under our Grech RV Strada-Ion and explain in details how the system works and why it differs from other similar brands.
Not only did I learn more about the Kelderman Air suspension on our Grech RV Strada-Ion, but also a lot of knowledge of all the different products this manufacturing company builds. The size of this facility and the high tech equipment they use was very impressive and the whole experience helped give even more confidence of the quality and longevity of the Kelderman Air Suspension on our Strada-Ion as well as other parts they manufacture.
Jeff also shares a little treat in this video, which is an RV his father built from a Peterbilt semi and a fifth wheel turned around backwards. Jeff has quite a story to share about this custom RV that he is so proud of.
▶︎ WANT TO HELP SUPPORT LOV:
Many of you have asked if we have a Patreon account. We do not, but you can help support our channel or buy Michelle a piece of pie 🤓🥧 through our PayPal account.
Donate with PayPal 👉🏻 paypal.me/Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision)
▶︎ TRAVEL AGENCY SPECIALS, RESOURCES & GEAR:
Join us on Group Cruises or take advantage of our agency specials, just for you!
www.Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision).com
▶︎ 👕👚T-SHIRTS!! https://Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision)-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all
▶︎ Our Favorite RV items can all be found at ➡️ amzn.to/3SBqlIy
▶︎ Our favorite eBikes 👉🏻 lectricebikes.sjv.io/LOV
▶︎ SUBSCRIBE HERE 👉🏻 youtube.com/c/Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision)?sub_confirmation=1
🚐 Join The LOV Crew Membership! 🚐
Get exclusive perks like first access to our group cruises & travel deals, early access to our weekly videos, 10% off all LOV Swag, and more!
How to Join:
🔹 Click "Join" on our channel’s main page (Only available on some systems) or click on Memberships🔹 Or click here: youtube.com/Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision)/join
Come be part of the adventure and join the LOV Crew! 🎉
Guaranteed Best Cruise Deals!
Contact: Travel@Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision).com
🙌 LOV PARTNERS
For a full list of products and services we use and recommend, go to our website here 👉🏻 https://www.Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision).com/resources/
▶︎ Campground Membership Outlet: https://www.Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision).com/resources/ SAVE $$! CONTACT KIM
▶︎ RV Life Pro: Click 👉🏻 HERE for 25% OFF your first year for NEW Subscribers of RV Life Pro!
▶︎ TravelData (T-Mobile) $10 off first order over $100. Here is your referral link - traveldata.refr.cc/Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision)
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AFFILIATE LINK DISCLOSURE
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase using our links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you, which helps us keep creating. We recommend only what we use ourselves.
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases which is designed to provide a means for us to earn a small commission from purchases you make using our link. ALL prices are the same as if you didn’t use our link, so there is NO ADDITIONAL COST to you. 👉🏻 amazon.com/shop/influencer-8a778e60
⬇️ NON-AFFILIATE LINKS ⬇️
Reserve America (Army Corps of Engineers Campground): reserveamerica.com
America The Beautiful Pass: (National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass)
store.usgs.gov/pass
😊🤓Livin' Our Vision (LivinRVision), All Rights Reserved
This channel is for entertainment purposes only. We share our opinions and what works for us. You should always do your own research.
@KeldermanManufacturing @grechrv
#keldermanmanufacturing #grechrv #airsuspension #vanlife
00:00 Introduction
01:50 Getting Underneath the Strada-Ion | Explaining The Air Ride System
07:53 Steel Tube Laser Cutter Demo
09:30 Sheet Metal Laser Cutter Demo
10:00 Weld Area for HD Trucks/Semis
10:46 Robotic Welder for the Grech RV Sprinter Van Suspensions
11:53 Building Air Tanks
13:20 Powder Coating Process
16:28 Truck Shop
17:00 Process Before Shipping
19:01 Kelderman's Line of Shocks
19:30 Custom RV | 5th Wheel Backwards and a Peterbilt
22:06 Conclusion
