How to Stay Warm Winter Truck Camping - Tips and Tricks

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  • @mav
    @mav  4 роки тому +37

    Come chat and hang on the new discord discord.gg/esD2v3RXm6 thanks

    • @jaygo4392
      @jaygo4392 4 роки тому

      Mav, if you want to put carpet on the Bottom of the bed you could put carpet on the bottom of the storage sliders so it slides easily

    • @peterrabbitroberts4469
      @peterrabbitroberts4469 4 роки тому

      Thanks for your advice. I got to do some winter camping here in N.C. mountains
      Also you forgot to mention to keep flammable items from your heater
      LOVE ALL BROTHER.

    • @jr23kid
      @jr23kid 4 роки тому

      So you have a goal zero. Instead of diesel since you don’t camp for long periods why not just get a small electric heater that plugs into the goal zero. That way no chance of carbon and you only use it for a certain time anyway

    • @callanjamari9314
      @callanjamari9314 3 роки тому

      i realize it's kinda off topic but does anyone know a good place to watch new movies online?

    • @ezekielfranklin7387
      @ezekielfranklin7387 3 роки тому

      @Callan Jamari flixportal :D

  • @animationstories1197
    @animationstories1197 4 роки тому +68

    You know it’s a good video when he has to flex with his carbon monoxide detector

  • @tracythorn2918
    @tracythorn2918 4 роки тому +9

    Hi Mav, Y.T. suggested your channel, I really like your content. I spent my 20's camping out of my truck like you are doing. I live in S. WI. so I spent a lot of time in N. MN. You have a nice setup there! After years of R.Vs I'm now camping out of my SUV and may well go back to a truck. I'm looking forward to checking out more of your channel.

  • @ryeckley7267
    @ryeckley7267 3 роки тому +4

    I agree that reflectors are very important to staying warm against naturally cold areas, Mylar blankets taped up around a regular tent with a heater will create a lot!!! of added comfort and only cost very little.

  • @paw7452
    @paw7452 3 роки тому +1

    I’ve been watching your videos this last few days. So creative and chill

  • @DaltonScharberg
    @DaltonScharberg 4 роки тому +8

    Have a blessed weekend everyone!

  • @calilife805
    @calilife805 4 роки тому +5

    I honestly love the carbon monoxide detector awareness I always have one in my tent when I camp because I have a Mr. buddy heater to 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🔥

  • @icebabysnocain
    @icebabysnocain 4 роки тому +1

    I like that big hole because it makes more fresh air available to you. An auxiliary battery on a separator switch same as in marine use is the only way to not jeopardize your engine battery. Set on both, the alternator will keep everything charged, set it to aux. for overnight needs. The alt. will bring it all back up when you drive. A real light, loose onsie is all I wear in a bag or nothing. You're right about that. I always use two detectors for monoxide just in case. Good video. Peace.

  • @mitchellbryza2791
    @mitchellbryza2791 4 роки тому +3

    Back at it again with the QUALITY CONTENT

    • @truthteller5346
      @truthteller5346 4 роки тому

      Quality? really? It doesn't take much to make you happy...

    • @mitchellbryza2791
      @mitchellbryza2791 4 роки тому

      @@truthteller5346 yes, I'm a very basic person

  • @ernestlittlejohn4428
    @ernestlittlejohn4428 4 роки тому +4

    You’re teaching me everything I need to know for outside camping

    • @dustyc324
      @dustyc324 4 роки тому +2

      as opposed to inside camping? lol. dont over think it. have fun.

  • @DonPatr0L
    @DonPatr0L 4 роки тому +1

    Your idea for sealing off the windows between the cab and the canopy is brilliant for a simple/cheap seal. Great stuff

  • @tffd30
    @tffd30 4 роки тому +6

    If you can keep an air gap from the window to the reflectix will greatly increase R value. I put my velcro on the aluminum frame around the window. This gives you at least a 1/4" air gap

  • @ThatBobGuy850
    @ThatBobGuy850 4 роки тому +1

    I'm just thankful for a new Mav video!

  • @douglasvieira9338
    @douglasvieira9338 4 роки тому +2

    I’m living in a converted Honda Pilot i appreciate this video !

  • @ninjagaming2036
    @ninjagaming2036 4 роки тому +1

    I watched your channel all the time when I was overseas. Ive been home now for awhile and will be getting my camper top next week! Can't wait for some camping adventures 😎

  • @benjaminrichard8916
    @benjaminrichard8916 4 роки тому +1

    Every video I watch makes me want to get a set up. Just patiently saving for the topper at the moment

  • @EricPeterson-e5n
    @EricPeterson-e5n 11 місяців тому

    I'm on the verge of buying a topper for my F150 so I can camp in it. Your videos are inspiring

  • @mrjeff2396
    @mrjeff2396 7 місяців тому

    Thermo electric fan sitting on a metal paint can grid on the heater. You can also keep a pan of warm water going almost all night as well!

  • @brayclen6544
    @brayclen6544 4 роки тому +1

    It’s been snowing a lot in Colorado you should definitely come!

  • @kylebozell2891
    @kylebozell2891 21 день тому

    I was about to give you so much crap about running that buddy heater in an enclosed area and my guy busted out a freaking carbon monoxide detector! Awesome setup I want something similar

  • @KyleGotSkill
    @KyleGotSkill 4 роки тому +3

    This video format or flow was very nice to watch compared to some other videos of yours. Nothing bad just liked this one more!

  • @jasonburns9320
    @jasonburns9320 4 роки тому +2

    Love your truck camping videos. Do some more stealth camping!

  • @1012Mrjesse
    @1012Mrjesse 4 роки тому

    I have a -20 bag, and I’ve used it in a tent in the fall in the mountains, and it keeps me nice and warm

  • @antontkachenko5549
    @antontkachenko5549 4 роки тому +1

    I'm packing for a winter campout in my truckbed tonight and boom - your video pops up right away! Going to be quite cold like 10 degrees but I feel prepared now! :)

  • @darrin990
    @darrin990 4 роки тому +1

    Wool blankets is what i use in my sleeping bag

  • @tommyjuneau
    @tommyjuneau 4 роки тому +1

    Did not know about keeping the comforter inside the sleeping bag. Thanks for the tip.

  • @Kevin-en1jm
    @Kevin-en1jm 2 роки тому

    Little Buddy also makes Indoor certified heaters. I would definitely use one of those instead of the one you have there, even if you have that CO detector.

  • @nextadventureawaits3140
    @nextadventureawaits3140 3 роки тому

    Awwww... Your little rubber ducky 👍😎 cute 😊

  • @motetra3191
    @motetra3191 4 роки тому

    Hey you want to keep warm in your truck without worrying about CO2; then you can also sleep on the *REFLECTORS* &will keep you warm. Second suggestion is best hand warmer up to 8 hours. Third wool blend fleece blanket,this blanket is sold by korea. can buy it at Amazon. Electric blanket to your invertor/generator. Last resort is BUDDY heater.

  • @DavidSanchez-vg6qx
    @DavidSanchez-vg6qx 4 роки тому +32

    california roll: when you approach a stop sign and slow down but don’t come to a complete stop and keep driving through. attaboy.

  • @zakaroonetwork777
    @zakaroonetwork777 11 місяців тому

    The best Heater is DIY Radiant Floor Water Filled with a Heat Exchanger attached to your radiator. Heats up the camper while you driving to your camp spot.

  • @jpv992
    @jpv992 4 роки тому +1

    Hey Mav, longtime fan. You gotta get back on the road. The people need more!

  • @williamcooper2368
    @williamcooper2368 3 роки тому

    It's a camper shell.
    Love your info and channel.

  • @ritatharp5238
    @ritatharp5238 4 роки тому +2

    I'm thankful, very thankful.
    Electric heat does draw a lot of energy.

  • @johnbarron4843
    @johnbarron4843 4 роки тому +3

    Watching you from my base at Call of duty! 7 years of service.

  • @ANCIENTASTRONAUT
    @ANCIENTASTRONAUT 4 роки тому

    the build looks real nice nowadays

  • @Adeline9418
    @Adeline9418 4 роки тому

    Haven't been through the winter with you. Looking forward to winter videos!!

  • @akkadianpride2579
    @akkadianpride2579 3 роки тому +1

    Good job young man enjoy Gods green earth while you have your youth .👍

  • @christophercasimir1986
    @christophercasimir1986 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Maverick. I have a potential life saver for you. My job requires me to be confined space and hazmat licensed. The greatest byproduct your Ford produces is CO2 not carbon monoxide. Your propane heater has an oxygen sensor because of oxygen displacement caused by CO2 which is a byproduct of propane as well. Invest in an O2 meter. I've watched guys pass out from low PPM O2 fairly quick down in the manholes when they got propane heat and low air circulation.

  • @loganratcliff5355
    @loganratcliff5355 4 роки тому +3

    Can’t wait till more winter camp videos but love the vids either way keep it uo

  • @zacharyroger5947
    @zacharyroger5947 4 роки тому

    Love ur videos man. Especially winter stealth camping videos

  • @cameronscollectibles939
    @cameronscollectibles939 4 роки тому +2

    Come fish in Colorado with me! Blue Mesa is great fishing!!!

  • @nollandfowler7927
    @nollandfowler7927 3 роки тому

    Hey mav if you where to have like a trailer with you and convert it into like a bathroom kitchen and tv place then when u ready to go to bed just get into the back of your truck

  • @tow7813
    @tow7813 4 роки тому

    You should come and check out Colorado. I am a native and you would dig it here. That’s why when most people come here they stay.

  • @chucksmith5002
    @chucksmith5002 4 роки тому +1

    That`s a lot of good information especially the Carbon monoxide detector .

  • @douglasmcrae8289
    @douglasmcrae8289 4 роки тому

    my wife knitted me a pair of oversized socks x2. my last layer to put on my feet. 100% wool. being oversized I wear other socks and a size over in boots. feet have never got cold even after hours on a deer stand. wool socks and larger boots work.

  • @XHollisWood
    @XHollisWood 4 роки тому +3

    Great information and tutorial 👍 Thank you for sharing

  • @vigilanteRider
    @vigilanteRider 3 роки тому

    you should look at getting a infrared heater panel for the winter

  • @dontXtheGunLine
    @dontXtheGunLine 2 роки тому

    The only issue I ever had with that insulation is in the extreme cold and the condensation created frost that made them stick to the windows,but truly it is good insulation and easy to work with,great tips thank you,cops ever bother you when you car camp?

  • @imxploring
    @imxploring 4 роки тому

    A small automotive electric blanket can be a life saver.... takes the chill off and has a low draw on a low setting.

  • @mrjeff2396
    @mrjeff2396 7 місяців тому

    Realizing it has been 3 years since you published this video, I would recommend a metal cookie sheet under the Mr Buddy heater as a potential flame block!

  • @rickyford2202
    @rickyford2202 4 роки тому

    Line the inside of your drawers with that bubble wrap installation I have it in my shipping container and it is awesome. It keeps out 98% of heat and cold. Hope that helps.

  • @RoryVanucchi
    @RoryVanucchi 4 роки тому

    Good to carry a 1500 watt goal zero batter for cooking. I carry a small cooler for keeping bacon meat etc. Keep a combo butane propane one burner stove. Carry a 700 watt pot to boil water off my goal zero.

  • @tedstractorshop7608
    @tedstractorshop7608 9 місяців тому

    Great tips, especially running the stop sign on camera lol

  • @haidarfikri167
    @haidarfikri167 4 роки тому

    Seeing your video is like having my bed time story, very relaxing. I sometimes just fall asleep and left the phone keep changing videos😂

  • @jaec6986
    @jaec6986 4 роки тому

    Truck keeps improving!

  • @quadit321
    @quadit321 11 місяців тому

    Ive seen someone take the spare tire off and mount one of them silent honda generators in a box protecting it from the elements and it was a slick.way to have power

  • @thebakk34
    @thebakk34 4 роки тому

    I know exactly where this is! I work just up the at the next exit, at the hospital. Travel safe!

  • @johnadizon
    @johnadizon 4 роки тому +1

    Enjoying your videos 👌

  • @brianw1842
    @brianw1842 4 роки тому +1

    Another great vid Mav, if you come back to Boise we can take you fishing and help with a battery/solar boost over what you have now

  • @MrLRogers
    @MrLRogers 4 роки тому +4

    Seems like a simple electric blanket could be of good use? Low voltage, comfy fix.

    • @SavageAirguns
      @SavageAirguns 4 роки тому +3

      They use massive energy and are very inefficient by nature. That's why you never see truck campers use them.

  • @bleamz3975
    @bleamz3975 4 роки тому +2

    Keep up the good work

  • @20807shane
    @20807shane 4 роки тому

    bought an electric heater last week, thing is nice. it's dry heat and you can leave it on all night. though i was at a state park with electric, so there's that. i do have the little buddy also, but electric is much nicer if you can support it.

  • @My_Alchemical_Romance
    @My_Alchemical_Romance 4 роки тому

    Bedrug not as much storage, I like your ideas.
    And that is technically insulation.

  • @k2daizzzo
    @k2daizzzo 4 роки тому

    Hey Mav, I'm thankful for you and the awesome videos you make for us. Be Safe, Stay Healthy & Well and most of all Keep on Truckin!

  • @greggossett
    @greggossett 4 роки тому

    You could insulate the bottom of the drawers pretty easy.

  • @MattSkiDooFord
    @MattSkiDooFord 4 роки тому

    Just an idea, remove the access panel on your tailgate and fill with spray foam. Cheap and easy insulation as well as light weight. Just another thing to get you that much closer to warmer winter night.

  • @JosephCompnotta
    @JosephCompnotta 4 роки тому

    In June I'm about to do a 5000 mile road trip from Ohio back to Ohio. Should be a great time.

  • @trustthecrust
    @trustthecrust 4 роки тому +3

    Diesel heat is the way to go friend

  • @Loopygrain
    @Loopygrain 4 роки тому

    Get you some of that pink exterior house insulation an put it under the bed liner

  • @nicoleoleary3786
    @nicoleoleary3786 4 роки тому +2

    Happy Holidays Mav Stay Safe Keep Worm Catch Ya Next Time 😘

  • @DougRowan_photography
    @DougRowan_photography 4 роки тому

    Hey Mav! Take a look at the chinese diesel heaters! Just picked one up a few weeks ago that will be going into my Rooftop tent when it arrives. Been using it now for a couple weeks down to 22 degrees and on the lowest setting keeping my tent at 65 with windows cracked lol. If I put it on high I could probably make a sauna out of my tent ;) Thought you might check it out to keep warm. Dry, safe heat, no carbon monoxide, no flame inside the vehicle to worry about. better yet NO CONDENSATION! woot!! lol. Take care, love your videos!

  • @alyssasoto5489
    @alyssasoto5489 4 роки тому

    Put foam insulation under the grass platform inside the drawers under the bed if that makes sense.

  • @minnesotakid221
    @minnesotakid221 4 роки тому +1

    I love your truck and keep it up😊

  • @adventuretraveling8957
    @adventuretraveling8957 4 роки тому

    In the winter 🥶 The best way to stay warm in sleeping bag use hot water bag believe me you gonna love it

  • @MacTX
    @MacTX 4 роки тому

    4:50 it's a thermal barrier, also known as a radiant barrier. the tech comes from NASA (space blanket). people use them to insulate their attics and garage doors. those things are designed to reflect 95% thermal energy (heat). they can trap heat (reduce heat loss) in a contain space and reflect heat from a contained space.

  • @nickc508
    @nickc508 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Mav . I was thinking about your heating problem and was wondering why you dont just put in underfloor electric heat .under your green grass cover it heats up quickly and is low risk as it runs on low voltage and you can put a timer on it so you can pop on in advance of waking up by a few minutes which means when you wake up it doesnt feel like a fridge lol. Iam sure that would work . Let me know good or bad idea.

  • @claytonmcdougall916
    @claytonmcdougall916 4 роки тому

    do some winter steelheading

  • @ChrisMcEvoy
    @ChrisMcEvoy 4 роки тому

    Great video as usual Mav.

  • @CrazyQuady
    @CrazyQuady 4 роки тому +5

    Good stuff man! I've really been thinking about diesel heat also. I think putting the unit in the hollow between the interior and exterior bedsides of the truck would be sweet and discreet but alot of work

  • @karlagreen6310
    @karlagreen6310 4 роки тому

    Haven't watched in a while? But, here I am! Hapoy Holidays Mavs!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @tombulger
    @tombulger 4 роки тому

    Sleeping pad discussion may be a good idea to discuss.

    • @mav
      @mav  4 роки тому +1

      You’re right I should have hey? Get a self inflatable. Better R value

    • @tombulger
      @tombulger 4 роки тому

      @@mav Why would it be a better R value if you have to blow it up with air ? Wouldn't cold air underneath it keep it colder ? Unless you have it inside the sleeping bag then so that way your body heat would heat the air and keep you warmer or do you think it makes much difference? Thanks for your response and keep doing what you are doing.

    • @mav
      @mav  4 роки тому

      @@tombulger generally speaking the self-inflating ones have some sort of gell or rubber inside, it's a mix between a foam pad and an air pad. The gel plus air provides a good amount of insulation. I'm not talking about one that is just air.

    • @tombulger
      @tombulger 4 роки тому

      @@mav Thanks for explaining that to me. I was not aware of the type that had gel in them. See who said you can't teach an old dog something new...just turned 60 this year...lol My days of camping was to put a wool blanket on the ground and hope you didn't get cold inside your light weigh sleeping bags...buy have times changed for the better :-)

    • @robinchoi03
      @robinchoi03 4 роки тому

      Air is actually the best to insulate yourself cold. That's how layers work. Loose layers keep you warmer, not because of the layer itself but the air in the soace between is what keeps the cold off you.

  • @boosted74m2
    @boosted74m2 4 роки тому

    That’s duck work insulation, most of it is r4 but you can get r8 which is double thick bubbles.

  • @cbrown129
    @cbrown129 4 роки тому +1

    Good ole Hudson Wisconsin...

  • @iveyivey1298
    @iveyivey1298 4 роки тому

    I'm not very educated in batteries and such but I did hear of something called the jackery which is I believe a solar-powered type device that you can plug things in and like the 12 volt cigarette lighter type thing and they do make electric blankets with the cigarette 12 volt plugs I was wondering maybe if you could try that maybe in one of your videos at least you could keep warm from the blanket being that it could be heated just an idea

  • @GambinoTin
    @GambinoTin 4 роки тому

    Darn tough socks!!!

  • @adamdykstra7913
    @adamdykstra7913 4 роки тому

    come to Eau Claire sometime. lots of good truck camping spots

  • @michaelmathers6739
    @michaelmathers6739 3 роки тому

    The gaps are probably a good thing to eliminate moisture

  • @tommyarnold7040
    @tommyarnold7040 4 роки тому

    In tn we have not slipped a beat with fishing or camping actually from covid ... Hope things get better for ya mav .

  • @zachcharlesworth7141
    @zachcharlesworth7141 4 роки тому

    Come to Columbia Falls Montana me and my buddy’s will take you duck hunting and fishing for whitefish

  • @matinz5894
    @matinz5894 4 роки тому

    Just a tip you should consider taping around your insulated reflectics

  • @chicagomadeewol6852
    @chicagomadeewol6852 4 роки тому +1

    Carbon monoxide detectors should you get two to be extra safe

  • @jaydenpayne6933
    @jaydenpayne6933 4 роки тому

    Hey hope your days been good

  • @Ilyas531Blogspot
    @Ilyas531Blogspot 4 роки тому +5

    "I don't want you to die" -- Mav 2020 😅

  • @lakeeriemonster90
    @lakeeriemonster90 4 роки тому

    Fort Collins,Colorado here 🤙🏼

  • @oopsietoots
    @oopsietoots 2 дні тому

    Hey Mav, not sure if you jump back into the comments from old videos, but how do you manage proper ventilation when running a heater in a truck cab? I've been a handful of times and I air on the side of caution and crack windows (2-4 inches) on both sides of the cab to vent out all the carbon dioxide but I sacrifice losing a lot of heat. Any tips or suggestions here?

  • @CalikushKilla
    @CalikushKilla 4 роки тому

    Awesome video!

  • @mattphillips1910
    @mattphillips1910 4 роки тому

    Mav, I came across your channel because I enjoy camping. All kinds of camping. Camped all over the US and Canada as a kid with my family. Then stole parent's 5th wheel (fair & square) to live in during college. Lived in that thing for 5 years of college, plus three more years after college. Now I have a Lance cabover camper on a 4 door 1997 F350 truck. Recently bought a 5.0 F150 and I am looking to set it up for short weekend trips. I really enjoy your content and look forward to more. I agree 100% on the wool BTW. It also as the advantage of not making you colder if it gets wet, or you sweat in it. Cotton does make you colder! I am curious: Did you choose a topper, or that particular topper, over something larger or higher for a reason? I am trying to make a decision on my F150. Taller than the cab by a few inches seems like an intelligent choice for sleeping in it. F150 doesn't seem like enough truck for a cabover; even a small one. But since that's what I'm used to, the drawers and a topper seems like it might be uncomfortably small. Basically what I am asking is, if you were to start over with the same truck right now, would you do it any differently, or stay with the same setup? Whether you answer or not, thank you for sharing your time and talents with all of us. These videos are uplifting; especially when it seems like the whole world is falling apart. Cheers!

  • @igz98
    @igz98 4 роки тому

    You should try the battery powered Milwaukee heated jackets .

  • @ohdial4347
    @ohdial4347 4 роки тому +3

    Is your back windshield locked when you sleep?