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WA R R A N T Y
2 0 0 9 Ford Wa r ranty
Bumper to Bumper Warranty coverage 3 years or 60,000 kms*/36,000 miles*.
Roadside Assistance for 5 years or 100,000 kms*/60,000 miles*.
Corrosion coverage for 5 years unlimited mileage.
Powertrain coverage for 5 years or 100,000 kms*/60,000 miles*.
* Whichever comes first

OUR 2009 LINE-UP

2 0 0 8 D o d g e Wa r ranty

Charles Renny Road Test

Bumper to Bumper Warranty coverage 3 years or 60,000 kms*/36,000 miles*.
Roadside Assistance for 3 years or 60,000 kms*/36,000 miles*.
Diesel Engine Components Limited Warranty 5 Years or 160,000 kms*/100,000 miles*.
Corrosion coverage for 5 years or 160,000 kms*/100,000 miles*.

Why the Plateau is fast becoming his favourite

Putting the Craft
into Craftwork
Find how our quality
differs from all the others

* Whichever comes first

2 0 0 9 C h evro l e t Wa r ranty
Bumper to Bumper Coverage 3 years or 60,000 kms*/36,000 miles*.
Roadside Assistance for 5 years or 160,000 kms*/100,000 miles*.
Corrosion coverage for 6 years or 160,000 kms*/100,000 miles*.
Powertrain coverage for 5 years or 160,000 kms*/100,000 miles*.
* Whichever comes first

2 0 0 9 P l e a s u re - Wa y Wa r ranty
Pleasure-Way Van Motorhomes offer a 3 year or 60,000 kms/36,000 miles limited
warranty. This covers all craftsmanship entailed in the manufacturing of the
motorhome only. This does not include the chassis or appliances. All appliances are
covered by the individual warranties offered by their respective manufacturers.

Bob Greene

What
impressed
me....

Please Note:
All Pleasure-Way Van Motorhomes in Canada are C.S.A. certified and may exceed approved installation
criteria. All Pleasure-Way Van Motorhomes in the United States bear the R.V.I.A. Seal of Approval and may
exceed individual state requirements. Due to our policy of continuous improvements, Pleasure-Way reserves
the right to make product changes at any time without prior notice and without incurring
obligations. Some motorhomes depicted in this brochure may be shown with optional equipment. Some
limitations may apply when deleting or adding certain options. Please see your dealer for additional
information or contact Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd. Estimated fuel consumption may vary depending on
conditions and driving habits. Estimates are based on customer feedback.

Spectacular
New Models to
Choose From
Stories From
the Road

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ACTIVITIES

Long Distance Touring in Our Pleasure - Way
In the summer of 2008, my wife Marcia and our 9 year old Maltese dog Casey,
enjoyed a 6-month journey touring in our Pleasure-Way. It was a journey of
adventure.

Inside
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After exploring 13,700 miles, 31 states, and 2 Canadian Provinces from California
to Nova Scotia, I can truthfully say that long-distance, B-Class RVing is totally
do-able and positively enjoyable.
With our 20 foot, 2004 Ford Excel, we could go places the big rigs only fear to
tread. We were able to easily maneuver in the largest of metropolitan cities, find
easy city street parking, zip through shopping centers, and find secluded out of
the way places larger RV's could only dream of accessing.
With fruit stands along the way, weekly Farmer's Markets, and grocery stores
readily available, food shopping and storage were of no concern with our ample
freezer, fridge, and pantry space. Also, with drinking water easily found at every
stop, we never travelled with full water tanks and, thus, were able to save weight
to increase the already excellent gas mileage. We averaged approximately
16.4 mpg on our trip.

Clubs

We even met a few Pleasure-Way rigs along the way. All were enjoying their
touring and most were out for a month or more.

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Dodge Plateau

Many times along the by-ways, we were asked the very familiar question 'can we
see your RV?' Everyone agreed it was like a ship's cabin with all the amenities one
needed for comfort.
We can't wait until we can once again explore the USA in our Pleasure-Way.
Rick & Marcia Rotman
Fellow Pleasure-Way RV Travellers

Ford Excel

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First in class, first in style.

Good things come in small packages.

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Certainly one of the most popular vehicles
we produce, this one is a guaranteed winner.

Chevrolet Lexor

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Sleek and stealthy and a whole lot more.

Road Test

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Charles Renny takes our Dodge Plateau for
a road test and tells us just how good it is.

The Craft in Craftsmanship

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Full-time RV Adventure

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The allure of discovery, of adventure, is human;
at least for John & Eileen Bryan.

Pleasure-Way is known in the industry
for its unwavering commitment to quality.
With Pleasure-Way, you are not only
purchasing the best built Class B
Motorhome, you are joining a family.
Pleasure-Way has established chapters
of like minded Pleasure-Way owners all
over North America. Each of these
chapters warmly invite all Pleasure-Way
owners to join and enjoy the camaraderie
and friendship.

“I started researching motorhomes for my book tour to promote my new book - The Best Life Diet
Cookbook. In the past, I went on two promotional cross-country bike tours with large motorhome support vehicles and was disappointed with their maneuverability in cities and their poor fuel economy.
After months of investigating my options and looking at all classes of motorhomes, I finally decided
to go with Pleasure-Way. What really impressed me was the quality of the workmanship and their
attention to detail; the combination of materials, design and décor. The excellent fuel efficiency of my
van motorhome also means that I will leave a smaller carbon footprint. I found that Pleasure-Way
really pays attention to their customers’ needs and I also appreciate Pleasure-Way’s old-fashioned work
ethic and dedication to safety and quality.”
- Bob Greene
Some of you may know Bob Greene from his numerous television appearances and the many books he’s written. His
first book, published in 1996 and co-authored with Oprah Winfrey, was Make the Connection: Ten Steps To A Better
Body — And A Better Life. It is about how to live a healthier life and also about how Bob met Oprah and began working
with her in her quest to achieve a healthier lifestyle. The book became #1 on The New York Times Best Seller’s list.
More recently, you may have seen Bob’s articles in O Magazine - and hopefully you’ve seen and read his other
books, among them Keep the Connection: Choices for a Better Body and a Healthier Life; Get With the Program!
and Get With the Program!: Guide to Good Eating. Both Get With the Program! books have been Amazon.com and
The New York Times best sellers. Look for Bob’s latest book – The Best Life Diet Cookbook, in which Bob provides
more than 175 healthy recipes and three sets of two-week meal plans, as well as many useful shopping tips and
culinary information. Bob believes all of us have the inner strength to make beneficial changes to improve our lives.
His goal is to help you find that strength—and to guide you along the way to good health.

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Dodge

Ascent

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Imagine a motorhome built with intensive, meticulous craftsmanship and powered by Mercedes Benz;
culminating in the finest diesel Class B Motorhome. Striking a balance between sleek and modern radius
cabinetry with the form and function of custom-shaped Corian® countertops and luxurious Ultra Leather®
fabrics, the Ascent will redefine your expectations. Reflect your personal style by choosing between a selection
of three Ultra Leather® fabrics and maple cabinetry colours. Sink into your rear sofa and relax as the layer of
memory foam shapes to your body. You have worked hard, don’t compromise, you deserve the best….
Pleasure-Way Ascent.

Good Things Come in Small Pa c kages
Proof that good things come in small packages, the
Pleasure-Way Ascent is the perfect combination of mobility,
versatility and quality. Although the Ascent is the shortest
chassis in our Pleasure-Way line-up, there is more than
enough room for everything you need, coupled with all
of the great features found in our other van motorhomes,
including a private bathroom.
Whether you are zipping around town or exploring the
national parks, this van motorhome handles like a breeze.
Parking is effortless because the Ascent measures a
compact 19 feet in length.
The Ascent represents the fusion of inspired design,
practicality and economy. By strategically placing the
kitchen on the passenger’s side of the van, shoulder
checking is unobstructed. This floor plan also allows
you to be working in your kitchen and still participate
in a conversation with your friends who are enjoying
the great outdoors under the awning.
The Mercedes 3.0 litre diesel engine achieves an estimated

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20 miles per gallon on the highway, making this the most
fuel efficient motorhome available, as well as one of the
most environmentally friendly van motorhomes on the
road.
The rear sofa with two three-point seatbelts neatly opens
into a full 70 x 72“ bed, which allows you to stretch out
with no foot obstructions. The four cubic foot fridge is
conveniently located off the floor for easy access and the
stove and sink are recessed into the beautiful seamless
Corian® countertop.
The Ascent offers the largest private bathroom available
on the short Sprinter chassis. With a Thetford flush toilet,
shower, convenient permanent sink and the largest capacity
holding tanks (25 US gallons, combined gray and black),
nothing else compares.
If you are looking for a van motorhome that you can use
to cruise around town and still take on an expedition to
camp under the stars, the Pleasure-Way Ascent is the one
for you. Sit back and enjoy the ride!

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Technical Specifications
2008 DODGE ASCENT CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS
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8,550 LB GVWR Sprinter Van Chassis
3.0L V6 Mercedes Benz Turbo Diesel
154 HP @3400 RPM
280 LB/FT Torque @1200-2400 RPM
Wheelbase 144”
Power Door Locks
Power Windows
Chassis Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
5 Speed Automatic Transmission
Fuel Tank Capacity 26 US Gallon
4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS
Tires 245/75/R16 BSW All Season Tires
Adaptive Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Tire Pressure Monitor System
Driver and Passenger Air Bags
AM/FM Radio and CD Player

Model Floor Plans
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Coach Specifications
DODGE ASCENT COACH SPECIFICATIONS

OPTIONS

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Dometic 3-Way Refrigerator 4 Cu.Ft.
2 Burner LP Flush Mount Stove
Microwave Oven
Corian® Kitchen Counter Top w/Stainless Steel Sink
Flip Up Countertop Extension
16,000 BTU Auto Ignite Furnace
Freshwater Tank 20 US Gal/76 L
Greywater Tank 15 US Gal/57 L
Blackwater Tank 10 US Gal/38 L
Propane Tank 10 US Gal/30 L/42 Lbs
Shurflo Demand Water System
6 Gal Suburban Auto Ignite Water Heater
Water Heater Bypass Valves
LP, CO & Smoke Detectors
5 Lb Fire Extinguisher
Monitor Panel: Holding Tanks, Battery & LP
Onan Gen Prep c/w Remote Start
Low Profile Fan-tastic Fan Vent
110V/12V/45 Amp Converter c/w Charge Wizard
Coach Battery Disconnect Switch
Deep Cycle RV Coach Battery
Memory Foam Rear Cushions
Thetford China Bowl Flush Toilet
Choice of Natural, Cherry or Sugar Maple Cabinetry
Choice of Sand, Taupe or Grey Ultra Leather® Fabric
Interior Height 75”
Aisle Width 26”
Queen Size Bed 70” x 72”
Private Bathroom with Shower & Sink
3 Year 36,000 Miles/60,000 Kms Limited Coach Warranty

13,500 BTU Roof Air Conditioner with Thermostatic Control
Onan 2.5 KW Microlite Propane Generator
10’ Awning
19” LCD Flat Screen TV with DVD/MP3/CD Player
Firestone Rear Air Spring Compressor Kit
Electric Sofa with Seat Belts

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Exterior Shower
Convenient Utility Hook-Up Center
Frameless Awning Style Windows
Winegard Directional TV Antenna with Booster
Porch Light
External Locking Fresh Water Fill
Sewer Hose Storage
Rear Continental Tire Carrier
Exterior Park Cable TV Hook-Up
Exterior City Water Hook-Up
Exterior Shore Power Hook-Up
Fiberglass Running Boards
110V Receptacles
Hitch and Wiring
Firestone Rear Air Helper Springs
External Length 20’-8” Including Rear Tire Carrier
External Height with Roof Air Conditioner 9’-5”’
External Width with Side Mirrors 7’-10”
External Locking Fuel Fill

ON THE ROAD by Charles Renny
The Sprinter may be sold under the Dodge nameplate, but the maker is MercedesBenz. As such the Sprinter has a definite European feel. It is the tallest and narrowest
of the van body styles. Handling is good, as is resistance to side-winds and passing
semis. Ride quality is firm and well-controlled without being stiff or harsh.
The Sprinter is powered by a 3.0 litre diesel and mated to a five-speed electronically
controlled automatic transmission. At first glance, the relatively low horsepower rating
would make the Sprinter appear underpowered. This is not the case as diesel engines
have high torque outputs and it is really torque that gives acceleration. In this case, the
Sprinter is aptly named as it can move out with the best. Sprinter is comfortable
cruising at all legal speeds.
Standard chassis features include such items as stability control (adaptive so that it
“learns” how the vehicle is loaded), tilt and height adjustable steering as well as 10,000
miles (16,000 km) service intervals to name a few. One item that often gets short
changed is the mirrors and on the Sprinter, integrated wide-angle mirrors are standard.

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Excel

F e a t u re s & B e n e f i t s

Ford

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Inspired by old world craftsmanship, the interior of the Excel Wide Body is hand-crafted, piece by
piece, showcasing the intricate detail of rich hardwood fluted maple moldings and solid arched maple cabinetry
doors that warm the interior of the coach. The elegant design and the luxurious interior of the Excel are
highlighted by the beautiful Corian® countertops and opulent Ultra Leather® fabrics. The flush-mounted
halogen lights punctuate the streamlined look of this beautiful van motorhome. Sink into the comfortable
rear sofa and enjoy your favorite DVD on the LCD TV. With over twenty-two years experience in building
only Class B Motorhomes, Pleasure-Way’s cornerstone of success is an unwavering commitment to safety
and to the highest quality without compromise. You have come to expect no less...

H a n d c ra f t e d B u i l t - i n C a b i n e t s

1⁄2” Solid Corian® Counter To p s

From the 3⁄4” fluted solid maple moldings to the kitchen
face frame, each piece of the interior cabinetry is handfitted to each specific coach. A unique, non-assembly line
process enables Pleasure-Way to provide you with the most
“squeak-free and rattle-free” ride possible. Each individual
piece, from the wall partition to the end gable, is customfit and assembled inside the coach by hand, piece by
piece.

Pleasure-Way only uses Dupont Corian® for our counter
tops, which creates a beautiful, seamless solid surface that
equals the look and feel of marble or granite without all
the maintenance. Corian® is easy to clean because it is
non-porous and non-staining. With proper cleaning,
Corian® also resists the growth of bacteria. In addition,
it is heat and scratch resistant and easy to maintain.
The S cience of S l e e p i n g

A M o d e l P r i va t e B a t h ro o m
Pleasure-Way offers the largest and most complete private
bathroom available in a Class B Motorhome. The bathroom
features a beautiful Corian® countertop and flush-mounted
stainless steel sink vanity, complete with additional drawers
and storage – all co-ordinating with the rest of the coach’s
interior colour scheme. A medicine cabinet, Thetford china
bowl residential style toilet (with the largest holding tank
(12 gallons) available in a Class B wide body) and wet
bath shower perfect this completely private bathroom.

Pleasure-Way uses a 11⁄2” topper of Visco-Elastic Memory
Foam in the rear sleeping area to maximize your comfort.
Visco-Elastic Memory Foam conforms to your individual
curves and relieves pressure points. Rather than sleeping
on your side and feeling pressure on your shoulders, hips,
and knees, imagine laying on a perfect mold that supports
all parts of your body equally. Pressure points are avoided
because pressure is then evenly distributed across your
body rather than just on your shoulders, hips and knees.
U l t ra L e a t h e r ® Fa b r i c s
Ultra Leather®’s innovative strengthening technology
makes this luxurious and supple fabric exceptionally
durable. It was originally engineered to meet the growing
demand for environmental responsibility. In addition,
Ultra Leather®:
• exceeds heavy-duty industry abrasion standards
by 13 times;
• is scratch, nick and blemish resistant;
• stays cooler than genuine leather in warm climates;
• is void of plasticizers, heavy metals, formaldehyde,
and pyroxylin;
• features 100% biodegradable back cloth; and
• cleans effortlessly with soap and water.

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Technical Specifications

Coach Specifications

Model Floor Plans

2009 FORD EXCEL CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS
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9,500 LB GVWR
138 Inch Wheelbase
Power Door Locks
Chassis Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
Power Windows
Tilt Steering Wheel