YOU WON'T BELIEVE WHAT HAPPENED | Hello Mexico // a van life series
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- Опубліковано 10 бер 2018
- EPISODE 19 OF OUR VAN LIFE SERIES "HELLO MEXICO"
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We got the OKAY from the mechanics to take our new engine into Mexico and continue on with our trip as we had planned. BUT, of course... things do not go as planned.
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I agree with Bec, the universe is definitely telling you not to be in Mexico at the moment... I think postpone and make sure trinity is at full health and stop putting band aids on bigger problems just for a quick fix
It’s easy to think you are down in your luck and missing out on things, but you’re not on vacation. This is your life. You’ve got the time for setbacks.
Omg! Guys! Just go home! Save the trip for another day. You don’t need that stress in your life!
Feels like one or both of you should make a goal for 2018 to learn some mechanic skills. It would help alleviate some stress to at least have an idea what is up with your home. This seems real stressful.
I agree with Bec. It seems like the universe is trying to tell you something and you're not heeding it's warning.
DO NOT DRIVE THE VAN, IT ONLY TAKES A FEW MINUTES WITH NO OIL TO DESTROY THE ENGINE
thank you
Do what makes your vehicle a viable commodity. Don't negate your warrenty and mitigate you losses to keep them down.
It is not about depression is it about reality and cutting your losses.
GUYS!!! I can't believe you want to get back to Mexico, You need to give that engine 6 months in the states where your resources are easily available before risking that trip... I am old and conservative (regarding risk..not politics) but you need to be young and conservative (risk adverse for a while) until your engine is proven in its current platform
Six months is excessive. To see problems, engine related as that what was replaced, long enough trips to fully heat the engine for a number of times needed to be done. They could have visited Barton springs one day, hippie hollow the next. Thirty minutes worth of driving maybe four times would have easily found the oil problem. However after a engine replacement, you should be checking oil levels at every stop, until positive that nothing is leaking.
Yeah I agree if I was in a Ford, Chevy or Dodge (gasoline engines and not diesel) that would be excessive, but those engines don't cost 16000 dollars.... so I measure my caution by the financial downside.
TexasTigerDigs Tech I have a diesel and I have done many 1000 mile trips with it. Maintenance and being proactive instead of reactive is the cautionary approach that best safeguards the investment.
I am not saying diesels are not great...in virtually every situation.. I would prefer to have one myself and I am considering at least a Diesel van probably a sprinter,,, I am just saying a new engine (freshly installed) should be broken in if possible in an area where service is convenient even if its a gasoline engine though I think that a Chevy Ford or Dodge would be easier to service in Mexico (and in the US) than a Mercedes Sprinter.... I do not DISLIKE diesels they are great! There is a reason big rig trucker have Diesel engines...
This is like fate is trying to stop you from going further into Mexico.
That rebuilt engine change needed time to be debugged basically. You should have had a great time seeing everything around Austin for a couple days, before expecting everything to be 100% the first time with a vehicle repair.
I would go all the way back to that dealership!!!!
I'm gonna go ahead and say that once might be a coincidence but anymore after that, it's a sign. I would definitely listen to Becca's intuition😬
Nicole Elswick ,agree 100% They're STUPID if they don't. 😨😨😨
Joann um I think it is a little rude that you called them stupid for not listening to a little intuition. And they ended up going back to Mexico and having a great time.
Ugh. I’m so frustrated FOR you guys!! 😫😥 I don’t know...I think if it was me, I would just drive back the 3 hours to get it fixed & go home. I would feel something in the universe didn’t want me in Mexico, for whatever reason, like Bec said. And I would listen to that and go home. But if *you* guys decide to keep going, awesome!! I wish you nothing but the best.
I agree! Those were my first thoughts as well!
The interesting thing is see if they listen to their gut or keep going.
Rebecca Huber I agree, I know it would be a massive hassle but that engine and the install work is under warranty so I would bite the bullet and drive back to Georgetown and the. stay around that area for a few days driving it on day trips to make sure all is completely okay before going anywhere either Mexico or home. I cant but help agree with the gut feeling that Bec had, I think that it’s usually a good thing to go with it but, as you said if they continue in Mexico I wish them all the best (and luck)!
I do enjoy the vlogs so I’ll keep watching regardless of what they choose to do. But I REALLY hope they just decide quickly to go back to Georgetown and not to try and let someone they can’t understand fix it and maybe stuff it up further.
Well...Somehow I'm not shocked by this turn of events, can't say taking the new untested engine on a drive back to Mexico was the smartest of all moves...Perhaps Eamon should take some automotive classes or something to have a better understanding of how engines work and to do minor repairs...It's part of being self-reliant and not being at the mercy of others...especially in Mexico
❤️✨ Positive vibes coming your way!!! ❤️✨
My Mercedes was a cash cow. I do not miss it and went with a Chevy and have had zero troubles.
Gina Dillon how are you liking it? I've had Ford's previously but the awd Chevy models are looking mighty appealing.
Good to know
Gina Dillon I’m glad I’m seeing this now. I was planning on actually getting one but now I’m not 😂😂
It is not that it has more problems than other brands but when something goes wrong, it costs so much to fix plus you have to find people who will fix it.
Gina Dillon I was saying this with the first engine repair
No. Go back! You're only three hours from Austin, I'd definitely retreat.
Also the flame in the back is giving me a lot of anxiety
Kyleigh H I was thinking the same thing.
I'm looking at it too and came to the comments to make sure I wasn't the only one lol
Ohhh my goodness,I was thinking same thing (lololol)..
Ya I was looking for the fire extinguisher and I'm in a Tampa lol 😂😂
Omg I just notice thts
I’m 100% down for this Hello Mexico adventure but I’m also with Bec. I think this is way too many signs from the universe that you guys should not be in Mexico. *Something* is working with you and trying to tell you that this path is not your destiny right now. 💗
Becca Schwecke 100% agree
Came here to say this... #EHFAR and it is don't go further into Mexico.
What are you on about?
Logic at 8:41... Seriously. Buy a ton of oil and get yourselves back to country where you can speak the language to sort this crap out.
Maybe EHFAR or whatever, but don't assume maximum risk in the name of "oh well it all happens for a reason". Maybe the reason is to get out of Mexico. It doesn't mean you've failed or weren't able to do it. Don't get caught up in that kind of ego trap.
Think of it this way, you might not like it but it's the truth, you APPEAR (whether or not you are isn't the point) to be very affluent, have demonstrated naivete with the local language AND know little about the vehicle. You're kind of an easy target.
I sincerely hope you haven't been taken for a ride already, and I'm not saying that you have, but you're really putting the trust of your health, well being, future, and finances into people you either don't know very well, can't speak to without an interpreter (another person you need to trust) or both.
Is it worth it to prove a point?
(Also, Eamon, this girls life is in your hands bud. She’s not being depressive she’s being smart.)
Steve C I agree - the Mexicans are gonna have no respect for the stupid rich gringos in their eyes. who knows maybe your initial break down wasn’t terminal but some opportunists sought to make it terminal so you spend loads getting an engine refitted in Mexico - they must have been gutted when u went back to USA to get it fixed and be happy to get an opportunity to try and cream you again --maybe not - maybe they had the best of intentions -- but something to be weary of
this is a really good comment.
Yeah,I think u should head back 2 U S.Better safe than sorry. YOU (Eamon) are responsible for not only your life but Bec's as well. Bottom line,if it were me,,,gut instinct would be to head back NOW b4 going any deeper in2 Mexico. GO Back,b4 u can't...
Damn... when you guys jumped right back into the trip back to Mexico, I thought to myself, "Hmm... I hope that isn't a bad idea..."
Seriously... I really hope the next video is from the installation dealer back in Texas.
A great mechanic will insist they take the time to do the job right, and not allowed to be rushed. And even after having our vehicles worked on we stay close to home for a good week just to make sure everything is fine!!
Amigo. I honestly say this respectfully and not in a rude way. Cut your losses. Sell that van with a new certified engine in it to get the most money for it. That van build you have is awesome. The size of that van is awesome. BUT that diesel engine is absolutely terrible. AND that brand Mercedes is only good to lease, never to own. Take the money from selling that van and buy a Ford, Chevy, Dodge or Nissan van with a gasoline engine (non-turbo). Almost any mechanic can work on it and non diesel labor rates are cheaper too. Getting parts are easier too. And you won't even have to worry about that DEF stuff that is always troublesome and expensive to repair and maintain. My friend I'm sure I'm not the first one to tell you this, because it's true. In the long run you will be much happier and less stressed and you will look behind these days. (And here goes all the negative comments after my post, lol).
Bec is right. Pay attention to the mechanics like Mark Osborne commenting here. For something like an engine change there needs to be a period to shake out the issues before you take on more risk. You put the mechanics under some pressure to perform by putting them on camera. You guys have a great attitude but now is not the time for a Mexico road trip.
I truly believe the universe is giving you a message and maybe you might have to do Mexico another time. EHFAR. Travel in the states for a while and let Trinity get use to her new parts.
can you imagine if you made it all the way to central america and then your van broke down??? what would you do if you couldn’t easily tow it to America??? i think you guys should leave Mexico and spend time exploring the States where you have access to english speaking mechanics. best of luck to you!!!
So sorry for this setback! You guys are enterprising and will figure it out. I thought when you guys took off after new, (rebuilt engine), that you had proceeded prematurely. After an engine swap, the first 500 miles are tentative. There are so many things that could go wrong. Only the stress of stop and go traffic , cool downs will reveal the health of engine. Remember in a rebuilt/ new engine , not everything is exactly new, there are a lot of reconditioned parts, cleaned parts. Seals and gaskets have to seat. They do this through expansion/contraction. Heating and then cooling. My advice, get it fixed in USA, then spend around 500 miles driving locally around the dealership. Find something interesting to do there for a couple of weeks. At the end of that break in period, the world will be your oyster. Good luck!!
Eternally Grateful very sound advice.
Very sound advice E&b should see this for sure
EG is right on the money
They are clearly naive - but is this their fault ? It’s easy for everyone to advice them of this 500 mike break in period but did the dealer tell them that ? Their we paid for this not to happen reactions say otherwise.
An experience you will benefit from forever. So many little lessons. It will all be worth it. Enjoy the ride.
I haven’t read an other comments so if I am repeating - I apologize.
When I had my engine replaced I was told to not drive more than 50 miles a day for the first week bring it back after the first 300 miles to have the oil changed. If I remember correctly - been awhile..... I had to have the oil changed after 100 miles and then worked my way up to 1000 miles.
All this was included in the cost of the engine.
It needs a period of time to meld with the transmission.
8:40 Anyone thinking that red cloth might catch 🔥?
You guys should retire the name trinity , and start calling the sprinter JALOPY. LOL
Buy a couple cases of oil and about face.it back to Austin to the mechanics who put it in. The universe wants you back in Austin one more time.
I’m so glad you guys post another video
Its their fault for the van breaking down. They rushed the mechanics through a whole engine swap..should of been patient rather than worrying about being with your friends. Your home is more important than being in mexico.
Wow that sucks :(
I would take it back to Texas. Get that shop to finish what they started.
Easy for me to say I know.
everything will work itself out!!! i’m sorry It keeps happening to you both, have faith in the journey! your mexico trip will continue in a happy trin! sending good vibes to you both and trin ✨❣️
Much love guys. Keep the faith💞
I agree with Bec, TURN AROUND AND GO HOME!!!!!
I love Both of your attitudes in the face of these difficulties. I really worry about traveling deeper into Mexico with that van. I really hope better luck for you guys.
You know what guys? It may seem like a stressful mega headache right now but guess what? You guys are alive and healthy and living life and young and nothing can stop you! Soon enough this will all be over and in time you’ll be off on another adventure. Soon enough you’ll be looking back saying holy crap remember when we went to Mexico?? And you will have a good laugh. You are so dear so so many of us and I hope that you can take a moment and relish in the blessings and know how much you are loved by so many and always an inspiration ☺️💕
OMG Bec is just the most adorable little thing!! 😍
If you watch a lot of RV'ing channels, you'll notice a trend where one problem/fix quickly leads to another. I would guess receiving monetary help, regardless of how (begging or merchandise, which you've asked ppl to buy and promote) plays a major roll.
Glad u guys that extra oil and continued your travels!
Take a crap situation and make the most of it... that's the way you roll. I like it, because, it's inspiring and such a metaphor for life. You're living the dream!
You guys are amazing, I love watching your vlogs!! I cracked up at the end..happy trails!
You guys are so young, you have the rest of your lives to do this trip. I would head back, mexico is not in the cards for you right now my friends, there’s been so many signs
not as young as we look
I’m so sorry you guys are dealing with this, this is hands down the hardest part of van life. Take these signs from the universe and keep yourselves safe! Mexico isn’t going anywhere, you guys have plenty of time to visit. Take care of yourselves and the van, and stay strong like we all know you guys are! Hope the best for you 💕
very sweet / endearing hitting that rocket ship out of the park... I feel like your pushing too hard. An extra few days in Texas would have been a good idea. Simple gasket or tightening would be nbd. TAKE YOUR TIME. Have your plan, but be fluid in your plan. Stop Forcing! Mark Osborne is right btw. best of luck.
I believe it. Remember when Mike said "we're all human and mistakes happen"? Doing an engine transplant isn't like swapping batteries on a remote. With the time crunch you put the mechanics under there just wasn't enough time to find all the little bugs that come with a project like this. Hopefully it's just a mistorqued bolt and you're good to go. I've got to say these videos changed my opinion of the sprinter for the worse. I was interested in them but I've never had any such issue in over 200k with my Fords. vans
Guys, don't keep driving with sagnificant oil loss. You can totally destroy new engine. What I will probsbly do: go buy oil, filled up and watch how much oil I lose for 100km then drive back to that shop where you swaped engine. Filling oil up while driving.
Take care, guys!)
Love you guys. Am surrounding you and your van with white, protective light. Safe travels, happy journeys, rainbow blessings. ❤️🙏🇨🇦
Bec is right. EHFAR= the reason may be for Eamon to learn patience and that rushing to the "fun" thing is not always the right move.
Hang in there! Sending love n prayers from Singapore! Dont give up! You guys been through harder things before! You got this!
Hang in there! Sending love and good thoughts.
Morning lattes, fancy dinners & nights at the bar
SKINFOWARS 1 buy that merch
lmao
I’m enjoying watching you guys, so please don’t take this as a troll comment. If everything happens for a reason, as you say, think about what this reason is. I hope things look up soon. In the meantime, do something kind for someone else.
Omg....I missed you guys! Welcome back❤️
So sorry for all your Trinity problems!
I agree with Bec. Maybe skip Mexico for now and do a US road trip. Who knows what life has in store for you :)
I am so sorry you have such rude people making stupid comments. You two are so kind and sweet and share all your ups and downs with the world. I don't understand why people feel the need to make ugly comments. I know it's a little different for you guys with the can because it's not only your ride but your home. Please stay safe and don't let others negativity even cross your mind, I wouldn't even read them. Too many people love yall like me 🤗. And wait and get excited over your vlogs. Stay positive and I'm praying all goes well. Can't wait for the next update
Dayummmm guys. Best of luck!
I love how y'all make the best out of situations..... safe travels
Sorry to see this happening... but you are not learning your life lessons here... Eamon you are forcing your will against common sense... you are going to continue breaking in a new engine with issues coming up... you need to be in the US where you can address those issues for awhile which will hopefully be small things. Trying to prove you're right is going to cost you but this is about experience and you need quite a lot more it appears. Good luck.
12 idiots like this comment. we do what we want.
Enhanced Experience? Darling all the Unicorns are dying. I bet your grandparents hate your boyfriend. What ever he says do the opposite. Or do the sensible thing...I mostly feel bad for myself. I didn't think I was one to rubber neck a crash, but here I am. There is nothing minimal about a train wreck.
Wow, these negative comments are so annoying. So happy to see you guys back in Mexico 🤠
This is wicked, tuning in in 2020
Oh man! I hope your luck changes soon. Sending positive energy your way.
As far as the defective replacement engine... I would demand the engine be replaced with a "new" rebuild engine because running that low on oil will have aged that engine substantially! The chain guides and timing belt have definitely experienced excessive wear as did the rest of the engine. Don't allow them to patch their mistake and you take it on the chin again in a few thousand miles when your timing chain breaks again. They had better stand behind the warranty and replace the defective engine. Mercedes really has mud on their faces! In some ways, you are exposing something that has probably happened to many others, but nobody hears about it. Since I learned of your troubles with the Sprinter... YT has recommended dozen's of the Sprinter break downs videos. You have helped many people from not making a mistake of buying a Sprinter! Not all is lost. Take Care!
Wow, guys, you rock at finding back that positive spirit after all that has happened. It does spice up your channel, though. I am behind with watching but am now totally hooked to find out what happens... Best of luck!
Time to go home.
Anytime you see the oil light do not run the engine.
OMG........ Feel for you guys!!! Hang in.
one thing I had coming to my mind when watching those vlogs about the broken engine: in one of the older posts you mentioned that your van is actually a Dodge with a Mercedes emblem on it. So why all the struggle with finding Merc dealerships in Mexico and Texas when it's actually a pretty common engine ?!
I don't know too much about car engines, I work on helicopter turbines, but I seriously don't get people who leave for such an adventure (and putting a few 10k miles on a used vehicle is an adventure) without any knowledge at all? Even my mom knows more about engines than these two. How can someone be so naive?
Woah so much hatred. Don't like it? Who told you to stay?
Eric J. Holien no hatred at all. I actually like their videos. I’m just confused.
Then donate or shut up. Jealous of a silly Mercedes. We are mininmal.
Eric J. Holien I actually donated already. And no I ain’t jealous, just excited where their adventure will bring them in the future.
Peace ;)
No naive is a term for 12 or13 year olds. Say it right "Stupidity"
This totally reminds me of my 1974 routemaster rv trip - first alternator issues - twice - then tow causes seized break shoes to loosen - still I try to drive 400 miles to try and get fixed at some Indian reservation we staying at in Dakota - in the process this ruins the vacuum power booster for the breaks.. and stuck on reservation who turn out to be clueless ... think had 5 tows ..... All whilst trying to travel 1000 miles in limited time to get to burning man - I never been so stressed - I was physically ill - but you know what you live and learn and I have never let myself get that stressed again also reminds me of my boat breaking - on the canals we got something called “boat time “ if you try and rush it everything spirals for you. You just gotta learn to ride the slow wave and let control of your grand plan to deal with the immediate issues the world presents you and learn patience ! It’s all part of the adventure ! One things for sure it makes for one hell of a story after much more interesting than if things had gone to plan - I wish I had blogged my American road trip breakdowns ( van + me) then in 2010!
I am sure it will be fine I discovered your channel recently (cause I follow Lauren) and I love watching your adventures before I fall asleep( I travel, I dream, it's relaxing). It is one of my dreams going on the road with a cosy tiny house and a motivated partner...Have fun and enjoy even if problems come keep going it's part of the adventure of life!
Keep hitten' em outta the park - you can do it! Safe travels!
Hope u get it all sorted!! Proper adventure!!
Thank you Oliver!!!
With the delay in the vlog you'll have already decided but I REALLY hope you took it to the people that just put in the new engine. It was only done yesterday.. you have to go to the same people.
you two are great!
Guys 💩 happens sometimes. This is when you find out what you are made of. When your orange is squeezed what comes out you know. Do what you both feel is best for you! Hang in there and keep it moving forward whichever direction that is. ❤️❤️❤️
Pushing the Merch sales starts in 5 4 3 2 1..........
It worries me that you have torn out of the USA and back to Mexico on a brand new engine. That's a little nuts. You have to break in a new engine. I hope everything will be will beg OK.
Up the nose with a rubber hose! lol love you guys.
Oh my, I almost can't believe it!!!! Hoping and praying 🙏🏾 for a quick resolution, small output and catching up to Aubre and Christian.
I'm not surprised it was a rushed job
Don't be a hater, leave if you don't like it.
Eric J. Holien I’m not a hater but it was a rushed job , I liked their videos but fact is they wanted to get back on the road fast and they should have had things checked over a bit more ! And stop trying to be the comment police lol
Don't like our journey? Don't watch. Stop hating on them.
Eric J. Holien grow up it’s called freedom of comments people have different perspectives on the events I am not the only one and I love their videos but this I have to agree to disagree with you it’s not hate it’s watching the videos and making a comment ! They should have not rushed it they could have saved themselves a lot of stress and worry as well as time if they would have let the guys have it just a bit longer to make sure of the fluid levels and seals where good ! they spent a fortune on the new engine another day of testing could have saved them what they are going through now! Wisdom of those whose gone and done it before ! but hey live and learn the hard way! I with them all the best and I will continue to support them and watch them ! Thanks for the police work comment police hahahah
Eric J. Holien ew please don’t call it “our” journey. It’s their journey. You just watch it. Please don’t invest yourself too hard into this, this is online you are not a true family.
I had the same thing happen once. Mechanics rushed it and got the front of the sump pan gasket twisted.
Taking a Mercedes van into Mexico is a roll of the dice. A Ford , Chevy or Toyota is
the most reliable way to go! Parts and labor know how is far easier.
Also , Van needed a good 24 to 48 hours of test driving.
Hater, move along.
back to texas, i would watch your channel if you guys just stayed in hotels but maybe the universe is saying ... south america by plane
You are a very patient couple
Much love. ❤
Got my shirt today... Yeah! But guys, please get yourself home, revamp and plan for a future trip . This does not feel safe!
Reading through the comments no one really said anything about the oil level when you saw the error but a quart low is pretty serious actually, engines are very particular and even a half quart can cause issues. With a trip like this and the extensiveness of it I would check the oil daily in the future.
The nature of the video makes thing appear to happen faster. I'm sure the mechanics were thorough, professional, and competent. As was stated earlier, their customers come from all over the US because of the level of their expertise and superior service. I'm just down the road from Georgetown.
So sorry for your mechanical problems. I now am scared to death of sprinter vans. Hopefully, once this is fixed, this will be the last of your problems. Good luck and safe travels.
I saw that there were 40+ Mexico videos and me and my daughters got really excited to binge watch and enjoy! They were DONE after about 3 of the 5,000 videos about the van. Good Lord. You need to rename the series, as it’s extremely misleading.
OMG!!! Bec is right go back to Texas! Well it’s too late you’ve already done it. And I know you’re with Christian and Aubrey so things must have turned out okay. But 3 hrs would have been my way to go. That really sux. Glad you’re all upbeat though. You amaze me Ehmon with your positivity through all of this.
Sorry guys, but y'all need to keep the spirit and hopefully it will get fixed and the adventure will continue! Be safe!
Hy beautiful couple.. U r so so so much wonderful... I like u so much Ur way of talking. How u enjoy in different spots.. Ur.. Chemistry ... I like ur hairstyle emon ur attitude ur behavior... Ur so funny... And bec u r smile is remarkable.. Keep smiling... And be on the road... I always watch ur vedios. Complete the conversion of ur spinter van an go on the road.. After lockdown.. And be safe... During pendemic
Hope its something small this time around! Good luck 💕
Note to self...NO MERCEDES! Same hair style for husband and wife? No thanks. Best of luck on the road.
Gotta say, you did jinx yourselves with the "we're not stopping" and running behind type comments. Good old Murphy's Law bit you again! It was a rebuilt engine. I hope they have a good warranty and it is not a billable repair. Take a breath because in a grand scheme of things a vehicle doesn't create happiness. Enjoy the day and keep your chin's up!
Yes the spirit's are saying don't go.
Or is it just stupidity that drives drives your choices, at least give the machanic where you are a chance before you blow this engine.
You obviously have no idea when the oil leak started, personally I would have checked it every time I stop the engine for a couple of days until I had a feel for the new engine.
Never mind driving over the border, at some point you really need to think about your choices.