Advice from a couple who RV’d across Canada and U.S.! My top tips….. -Get disposable gloves for every time you touch your sewer hose. You don’t want to use the same gloves. EVER. -Get a level, and always make sure you’re level every time you park. If you’re parking and not level and can’t or don’t want to make it level…shut your fridge off. The fridge depends on you moving/shaking, or being level. Shut it off if it’s parked and not level (within reason, try to be as level as possible). If you keep your fridge door closed it acts like a cooler and will keep every cold for like 5 or 6 hours or so, don’t be nervous about shutting it off in a sloped area while you go away for a few hours. -use paper plates for dinner, then toss in the fire pit. Less dishes. -lubricate all your outer sealing rubbers near windows, doors, etc. Canadian tire RV section actually has everything you need for RV’ing including that spray lubricant (I forget the name). Keeps the rubber from cracking. -Never travel long distances with a bunch of water in the water tank. It’s heavy on gas. Just a little for the rare hand washing or quick toilet flush. You’ll always find somewhere to fill up with water in Canada and U.S. -get a little tool kit and once a week check for loose screws, random looseness, etc. All that moving/vibration makes things loose. Stay on top of it as part of a habit. -when long distance driving, don’t bother trying to time the slopes to save on gas (speeding up on downhills and slowing down for the uphills). I’ve tested this across Canada/U.S. the difference in gas usage is almost nothing. Not worth the effort, just relax enjoy the ride and keep somewhat the same speed unless really steep. - Looking back 10 years from now, you’re gonna remember the little annoyances, flat tire, overheated engine, weird neighborhoods…these are the memories…have fun with them…don’t get upset or stressed too much. Have fun. -check your wheel lug nuts for tightness once a week. -get a piece of sandpaper to clean your ignition sensor once a week for your furnace/hot water tank. UA-cam it, couple screws to get it loose. This is a main cause for a fridge not firing up. Too much carbon on the sensor. -when your backing him up with the RV, use your phones to talk -keep an outdoor kit readily available on an outdoor storage area for every time you park. (Bug spray, flashlight, sewer disposable gloves, lighter, headlamp, etc. -Most importantly, ENJOY!!!! Next thing you know you’ll be 50 and looking back on how fun this all was 😊
Just a little note that we’ve learned from rving. If you are hooked up to shore power, get a small plug in heater, it will cure your dampness issue, the propane heater will cause you to have dampness :)
There's a revere osmosis system you can get to hook up to your water system in your rv, google it. Then you just have to replace the filters when the indicator lights go off. If you do that, you won't have to haul that huge containers of spring water. Hope it helps.
You don't have to fit any mould. I lived my life, no kids not our choice, good careers, 2 homes, travel, money etc. 50 years on we are ridding ourselves of so many possessions and clutter, now have a beach shack, and are extremely happy. 73 yesterday.
You should not keep your freshwater hoses/equipment anywhere near the ones used for dumping grey and black tanks. They make special storage bags and bins to keep them separate if you don't have the storage space.
Regarding your power, if you get a device call "bluetti" it comes with a solar panel or you can charge it from a wall then you can pull power from the bluetti, goggle it. Hope it helps.
you got the right RV tho, roomy, I had a Ford based one they are reliable, that VW bus would have been a nightmare, they are just gas guzzlers those big RVs but you can fix them yourself ... RV and Van life has been over done and has ran its course on UA-cam I think but good luck, I would not take an RV to Mexico, not safe, US you should be ok
Happy for you two. Watching your video and yes, if you don't sanitize your fresh water holding tank you can get really sick. If you just take a capful of bleach and fill your tank and then drain it by running it through your faucets, shower, etc., while at the same time emptying the rest through the low point drain you should be fine. I do this before every trip. But even then we drink bottled water and only use the onboard water for showering, toilet, and dishes. Best of luck to you!
You may need to sterilize the RV freshwater tank, all you need is bleach and a sewer hookup to dump the tank. It would be a good idea to look into a small solar setup if you don't want to have to go for a drive to top up the batteries, even a small 200-watt system could work wonders since you will need consistent power for all of your electronics. Do not wait to get on the roof, some of the worst problems that will cause issues later are the roof seals and coating not being properly maintained. If you are in a wet climate and have a leak that you don't catch in time it will become a serious problem. Congratulations and good luck!
I drive a 1999 F350 Triton V10 converted unhaul to camper. Drives like a dream and never met a hill that was a problem. Don't like the need for premium gasoline, I alternate mid grade when driving in flat central states. We also recently bought a 1995 Georgie Boy motorhome on a Chevy P30 chassis with a 454 engine. Also a nice driving vehicle. Neither of these RV's has a back up cam....on my want list, and Max fans for each!!!
Love your thinking all the way around...van versus RV...needing to be mobile...etc., etc. I think you're doing this at the perfect time...age wise... .as well as the entire world is entering a new epoch, and its the perfect time to be minimal and have your freedom moving around while global changes are in motion and you can be very flexible , while all the dust starts to settle. Looking forward to this new season of vlogs! ❤
*Newly Updated Safety Suggestions: for RV lifers, Campers, Hikers, Explorers, Nomadic Life, and Travelers* I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living. Although, I just noticed your UA-cam channel, and other similar channels, displaying van living. I just wanted to remind everyone to Aware Be of your surroundings and Alert, I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc... People need to know what the up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living. I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself. Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this. I feel that you , and others UA-camrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful. I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors. I shared this with several other travelers, as I watched their UA-cam channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others. Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience. Although, you may have knowledge of this already, I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone. *Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle. You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage Do your research for the best fit for you Consider Carrying Several Extra portable cellphone phone chargers, and cables. Consider theses items: *Mini portable power charging station. I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices. *Invest in a Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell signal and reception. Consider also the purchase of a WiFi signal booster to also boost your WiFi signal. Research to see what you prefer. *Very Inportant: Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location. There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating, or camping situations. *Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders. Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone. There are some satellite SOS texting messaging, locator devices that will send messages with your phone even if there isn’t any cellular signal, or WiFi. With this device your can still text, and communicate with others in a emergency satellite transmission. Check online, for various emergency SOS products, some are small to fit in the palm of your hand. You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you. *Mini portable vehicle battery jumper charger *vehicle battery jumper cables *Vehicle Jumper cables *PLEASE BE AWARE* that in the *WINTER* *vehicle *Batteries fail* many times in very cold weather conditions. Vehicle batteries drain more often in the winter months. Please Keep a vehicle battery portable jumper pack, this is a device that can jumper or boost your vehicles battery yourself without another vehicle. If you have a older battery in your vehicle, Please have it tested or replace it, and consider the purchase a new vehicle battery with higher Cold Cranking Amps rating. Be Aware that Sometimes even a battery that is a few years old can fail in the Winter months, and extremely cold temperatures. Some alternatives to Winter Camping, Travelers, Explorers, etc, if you can find a Warmer Climate Location to stay during Extreme Winter months, or stay with family for a few weeks. Another alternative is renting somewhere although this can probably get expensive. What ever you decide Be Careful, Alert, Aware, Safe, and Informed... *Keep a Fire extinguisher handy *Smoke detectors, and Carbon monoxide detectors can be helpful Keep a First Aid kit with Bandages, antiseptic, and other first aid necessities etc. and good vitamin supplementation, and fluids that promote hydration. Consider installing; *Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly. *Exterior vehicle mounted camera for the front, rear, and both sides of your vehicle. Some can be activated by motion, Including spotlights. *Interior vehicle cameras *Flashlights or pluggin spotlights *Portable spotlights, and lanterns Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console *Keep a Sound horn, for hiking this can service, as a deterrent, and a emergency signal alert for others. *A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, to communicate with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies, you can keep with you when hiking. Use your own discretion regarding the use carrying of any weapons. Don’t forget to bring Bear Spray Pepper spray Where is allowed Purchase a couple canisters just in case and keep it with you If you own a drone you can use it to survey your area for animals etc. However, Please Be Safe and Beware of your Surroundings. Stay Alert, and Be Safe even when stopping at Rest stops, Truck Stops, and conducting your various tasks. Keep in often contact with your family, friends etc. Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions. *VERY IMPORTANT* *WINTER AWARENESS* I would suggest *NOT* to travel to locations without internet, or cellular service in the Winter, the reason is that weather conditions can change very quickly, and you absolutely DO NOT want have a vehicle break down, or malfunction, or emergency, and not have the availability to communicate, and contact your family, and or, emergency road assistance, or emergency services. Please Keep in mind that even in area where there is cellular service and internet, in the Winter sometimes there are ice storms that may occur and this can cause Power or Electrical failures, until utilities crews repair lines. *Your Safety is Important* *PLEASE BE AWARE* that in some extreme cold temperatures that vehicle fuel lines could Freeze and causing a vehicle to not start. Just in case Keep your gas tank filled, which helps prevent vehicle fuel lines from freezing. Keep gas or fuel line additive, or gas line antifreeze, that is rated to use okay for your vehicle. Check with your a certified mechanic and your vehicle owners manual, and or dealer repair facility to inquire what is best to prevent freezing gas tank and lines in extreme cold. In the Winter even your bottled Water can freeze so Be Careful and Plan ahead. *Safety is Paramount* *Your Life is Important* *You want to Live to Travel another Day* *So Be Safe* *Stay Alert* *Keep your vehicle gas filled* Don’t ride on fumes, or on Empty. Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty. Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on. Remember to keep up on routine maintenance, check your tires for wear, keep up with your fluids for your vehicle, like oil levels, antifreeze coolant, Please carry extra (oil)(washer fluid), (brake fluid), (antifreeze). You will need extra Winshield Washer fluid because of the ever changing Weather conditions, dustly roads, especially in slushy wet roads. *WINTER AWARENESS* In the winter consider purchasing and deicing Windshield Washer Fluid, for the much colder weather conditions. Furthermore, you will need extra Windshield Washer Fluid, Because you will Be driving more often in dusty, dirty, windy, and varying weather conditions. Your windshield will gather dust and debris from long term driving. Also, Remember Because you are on the road riding for sometimes very long distances, and long periods of time, I would suggest investing in 2 sets of tires, and a spare, the extra set at a home base, friends or family’s house to rotate later on, also make sure that you have a spare tire in your vehicle. Check the mileage ratings on your tires they all very. Conduct visual inspections of your tires often, check for damage, wearing, air pressure, etc Keep a pressure gauge to check your tires pressure and a tire pump. Electric, Portable tire pump. Keep towing insurance to Be Safe if you ever need it. It Doesn’t cost much try to get National coverage if available, or where you will be traveling. Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors. Keep Enjoying Yourself, Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature Just..Please continue to Be Positive, Safe, and Alert.. Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All. God Bless You, and everyone Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, Hiking etc. Please Be Safe..... God Be With You..... Author Advocate, Activist for Humanity, Jason Sandifer, Michigan, 11/15/2022, 11/18/2022, 11/26/2022 11/30/2022 12/12/2022 12/14/2022 12/17/2022 12/28/2022 1/02/2023 4/11/2023 4/23/2023
Hi, some words on the V10 you might find helpful, I've had several and worked for a shuttle buss company in the Colorado Rockies that ran v10's in their bigger shuttles. It's good that you went with that engine, RV's are notoriously underpowered for their weight and are designed for mostly flat land and occasional hills. V10 is actually the least amount of power you'd want to have climbing up and down mountains and even then you should baby it on the climbs and mind your rpms even if it means gearing down and using flashers, keep it to 3500 climbing hills when possible in that sweet spot were you have some power but aren't revving too high. Change oil, oil and air filters religiously. But the v10 is a workhorse if you take care of it, used in a lot of fleet vehicles for that reason. Also they are plentiful for replacement and parts. 150k-250k miles is the usual lifespan for one, can go 300 though if well maintained. Might think about starting a kitty for eventual replacement, about $10k US for a swap, but worthwhile when time comes bc then you'll be good to go again for a very long time. Older v10's had problems with blowing plugs out of the block and stripping out the threads, there's a fix for it, but it's kinda a big deal, if yours are that kind and hasn't already been done climbing a mountain is the most likely time it's going to. Another thing that will impact performance is spark coils and injectors, which are pretty cheap and easy to replace, if yours are older those will give you a power gain and improve mileage bc your engine will run more efficiently.
Absolutely love the full tour! I’ve been thinking about RV life for a while now, like 3-4yrs. With my lease ending in November and also traveling a lot for work, this may be a near future move along with a new location as well. You guys are awesome as always and so glad you found a really solid RV😆😃
It’s great to see you thinking about your dog which is a lifetime commitment. I sometimes wondered how you left him in Australia. But now he’s along for the ride. I have to admit I haven’t even renewed my passport because my dog seven years old and I won’t travel without him. Hey Lloyd, when you’re bored, peel those stripes off the RV they look terrible.
So cool! We bought an RV this year and would love to eventually travel in it full time but so far have just been using it for vacations. Ours was also an older model but we renovated it on a budget and now we are in love. Just taking the old fabric down above the windows opens up the space and modernizes it so much! You can also go for a quick fix and buy a large blanket or sheet at a thrift store and stretch and staple it over your dining benches. And tile paint for the bathroom was our savior! Floor to ceiling! You can even get dye for the paint and stencils and make any design you want 😁
Use your exhaust fan when cooking, it helps to remove moisture, also check beneath your mattress for mold there are lots of remedies, slats help need air circulation
You will change things with time. How exciting! You will also get tips and advice from other campers. Wishing you both ❤️ and traveling grace, y’all have to name your rig, which also will come in time. God bless.
There are instructions online concerning how to treat your water tank so you can drink water from it. In case you want to try that. Its something like 1/4 cup chlorine per 50 gallons. Let the chlorine sit in the tank for a specified time and then run that water through your pipes. I did that in my RV and didnt get sick.
I have a trust that grows every five years Rn at 31 it’s 3354 a month I have 40k saved And me and my fiancé are torn between continuing to play the system rat race and buy a 400k townhouse or home And rely on my job that puts me at 125k a year but sucks the soul out of me OR we both quit, get an rv and live off the 3354 a month My real question is can 3354 be enough for long term rv living?! We have also been consider a class c as the most cost effect and spacious for travel
I love how you care for your pup! He is so sweet. I have a 22ff rv just like yours w a different floor plan. I preferred shorter length…. My 1st Three trips out resulted in considerable damage to the top of the rv… I originally wanted the floor plan you have but opted for the shorter. So excited for you two and the pupper!!! I’m old and find the interior just fine. Aside from wanting to put in by me floors I am good. But who knows, once I see your renovation, I might get inspired. 🎉😊
My sister used to keep wet wipes at the door to wipe dirty paws with her fur baby got use to it so he would wait for his paws to be wiped. I just found your channel so I know this is a little old
Good for you guys! I think this is going to be an awesome amazing journey for you. You will look back when you are older and say - yeah we did that and be so happy that you did! You are truly living and that is something that we all need to do more of ♥️♥️
Wow, Love you guys, followed you for a long time. From exotic locations like Halong Bay and that cool mountain hotel in Vietnam, etc. to living in an old RV staying in Walmart parking lots seems like a big change, but it's your life and your journey. Good luck with things! I took the path in life to have a job with health insurance. I figured that no matter how I did income wise, that a major health issue could wipe me out overnight. I was till able to see the world. Love your dog, as I'm sure you do also! Come to Montana!!!
When my husband was alive, we had a 24 foot camper. You had the same bed in bathroom set up. I didn’t like the bed set up too hard to get in and out for me because I wore a lake brace and I couldn’t bend my leg so the bathroom was hard to use. I’ve got a 35 year-old Toyota dolphin in the bathroom’s in the back. With the separate little shower back there.
Just sharing…if you use the oven, I’ve heard these older models don’t cook evenly. However, things cook evenly if you use a pizza stone. Research that theory. Also, I’ve seen some fabulous refurbished RVs on Pinterest. Good Luck !!
You may want to consider buying and installing a hidden safe that fits your laptops and cameras. Doesn't have to be huge, just big enough to fit them when you're going to be gone for a bit. RVs are extremely easy to break into and are very visible targets/high value targets. Just a thought.
We have a very large fifth wheel that we use as a home base; and a class C for traveling. We’re an older couple & even though we pulled our large 5-wheel all over the U.S.-we really like our short class C for traveling. Sold our house 7 yrs. ago-no regrets!!!!! Good Luck with ur travels! Our favorite so far is ZION!😊
Hi lloyd ,Mandy, & Bear if I had an rv the same as you have I would definitely invest in a portable generator which if you keep it fueled regular you can run it & keep every thing on you need without fear of batteries going flat or maybe solar panels would be ideal as there is so much sun in America.
Make sure you head to the Okanogan particularly Penticton. Absolutely beautiful but the campground books up early and fast!! Look forward to seeing you there!💋
I must of missed a few videos their was one you talked about getting married in saying this congrats wish you both all the happiness in the world Hugs XO
@@LloydandMandy Mandy you have achieved so much already! 30 is just the beginning :) RV is amazing. Make your dreams come true, life will organise itself.
We just retired a few weeks ago and will be moving into our travel trailer in a week or two. We tried traveling in a tiny truck camper but that did not work so well so we are replanning... ;-) We really love sharing our journey! Looking forward to your adventures! Safe travels!! 💙Terry and Terri
Have you been watching House Hunters Mandy? Love your kitchen and can’t wait to see some of the US. Only been to a small part of it. I travelled and forgot to have children but I can look back on those places I visited and sometimes worked (not digitally of course) and I am thankful but now I am older I wish I had family to care for me. That also doesn’t always work out. Follow your heart.
I noticed in one of your videos that you got a VTOman generator. How has it worked out for you? Does it work as well as one of the more expensive ones?
You have a great new home guys. I’m envious. We used to have a caravan in England but have not RV’d in over 25 years since moving to Canada but would love to buy one to travel the East coast where we now live. Once you hit the warmer weather, you will be able to sit outside and bbq, making your home feel bigger. Enjoy your new life and we’ll RV vicariously through your channel 😊
Hi guys 👋 love watching your journeys your new home is awesome 😊 the ladder that goes up to the top that is there only for maintenance on top you Do Not want to sit up there the roofs aren't made for that you don't want any issues with roof just an FYI 👋👍
G'day Lloyd and Mandy...has been a while since I posted a comment, but assure you both, I've been keeping up to speed with your move from Playa Del Carmen to your new digs in Vancouver Canada. WOW, what a city and I especially enjoyed your vlog from Granville Island, a pretty dam cool place, and your vlog from Whistler was also top notch! Getting back onto the snow boards was a bit like riding a bike, once you've mastered it, you don't really forget, great turn of foot from you both. Your RV looks pretty neat, hope you settle in and really enjoy the lifestyle. As mentioned in some of my previous comments when you were in Mexico, your presentations are ALWAYS top class, so I will continue to follow you and enjoy and "share your future"...by the way, I'm finally heading back to Bali, first time in almost 4 years following the Covid period....cheers Gaz(WA)😎
Mandy, so pleasant to hear how grateful you are about everything, always looking for the good in everything. Living your life with the cup half-full😅 😅
It's been fun following you two through many of the same places I've been. I turn the big 5-0 soon & I did it in reverse where i settled down & had a kid in my 20's & 30's and am now a nomad. To do it again I'd prefer your order. But we're all chasing the dragon, be it harmful like drugs & alcohol or better like fitness, travel or money. You'll probably always feel like there's something missing. That's why it's called "settling". You two are great so don't worry. Love your content. Thank you.
Thanks for the insight, we are working on our mindset of never feeling completely fulfilled, we have to appreciate what we have because it's a great life. It takes a lot of work
I think it sounds like a fun idea, 😁 but, I don't think I could do it full time. At least not for a full year. But I will watch you 3 do it, and live vicariously through you! 😜 Instead we bought a home in Mexico to visit, until we are old enough to retire! Wishing you great adventures! Take care and Hello from Williams Lake BC. 👋
I really enjoyed this video. I'm saving up to buy an rv and move out of my dad's house with my dog and live in it full time. I'm going to school to be a pro wrestler and an rv would help alot
I love your rv. I’ve been rv shopping for a while. I have 4 cats so I’m looking at options. Please don’t leave Bear outside or off leash. He’s precious and there’s too many wild animals. I live in Ottawa! What was it like in the US. Were you concerned about safety shootings etc?
I'm going to be moving over to the states from the UK, how did your dog Bear cope with the plane journey? Was it a complicated process? Can you tell me were you happy with his experience or was he traumatised? tbh I'm very worried about how my dog (jack russel terrier, she is 13yrs old) will cope...
Congrats on your purchase - it looks perfect! Keen to watch your RV adventures! Especially how Bear handles the travel. We have 2 lab sisters - Lola White and Lindsay Brown that we hope to do some small trips in a caravan with in the near future. So, this is perfect timing. 🙃
Thanks for your videos... I hope you enjoy all the freedom your camper brings... particularly as travellers with having an animal. Your RV might not be your forever home, and is far from perfect and doesn't have a certain stability to it, on the other hand it can be very good for the soul, and you will have access to so many adventures, and bringing your home to distant places has numerous advantages as a traveller. If I need to watch my money, I like staying at places for longer periods.
Hey thank you for the video very informative information! I want to do the Rv life as well because I do not like renting anything and do not want an apartment yes I can always but a house and stuff but I rather build it and own it but that time comes later once I get married someday haha but for the time being I would enjoy the nice life of RV plus you are saving more money houses are expensive. I also consider lots of traveling for work as well and can just have a home on wheels
Awesome you guys!! Love it it's perfect happy trails. Your in my old stomping grounds enjoy the beautiful area and people ❤️ Would be cool if you guys would go walk the rivers the Mamquam river or check out Cheekeye river ( Chequamis river ). Get some pictures of the Eagles. ♥️ No huge worries if you walk on the dikes along the rivers. Very safe from bears and cougers. The chief is a medium to high level for physical endurance so maybe leave Bear behind. 😂 He's adorable 💕
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Advice from a couple who RV’d across Canada and U.S.!
My top tips…..
-Get disposable gloves for every time you touch your sewer hose. You don’t want to use the same gloves. EVER.
-Get a level, and always make sure you’re level every time you park. If you’re parking and not level and can’t or don’t want to make it level…shut your fridge off. The fridge depends on you moving/shaking, or being level. Shut it off if it’s parked and not level (within reason, try to be as level as possible). If you keep your fridge door closed it acts like a cooler and will keep every cold for like 5 or 6 hours or so, don’t be nervous about shutting it off in a sloped area while you go away for a few hours.
-use paper plates for dinner, then toss in the fire pit. Less dishes.
-lubricate all your outer sealing rubbers near windows, doors, etc. Canadian tire RV section actually has everything you need for RV’ing including that spray lubricant (I forget the name). Keeps the rubber from cracking.
-Never travel long distances with a bunch of water in the water tank. It’s heavy on gas. Just a little for the rare hand washing or quick toilet flush. You’ll always find somewhere to fill up with water in Canada and U.S.
-get a little tool kit and once a week check for loose screws, random looseness, etc. All that moving/vibration makes things loose. Stay on top of it as part of a habit.
-when long distance driving, don’t bother trying to time the slopes to save on gas (speeding up on downhills and slowing down for the uphills). I’ve tested this across Canada/U.S. the difference in gas usage is almost nothing. Not worth the effort, just relax enjoy the ride and keep somewhat the same speed unless really steep.
- Looking back 10 years from now, you’re gonna remember the little annoyances, flat tire, overheated engine, weird neighborhoods…these are the memories…have fun with them…don’t get upset or stressed too much. Have fun.
-check your wheel lug nuts for tightness once a week.
-get a piece of sandpaper to clean your ignition sensor once a week for your furnace/hot water tank. UA-cam it, couple screws to get it loose. This is a main cause for a fridge not firing up. Too much carbon on the sensor.
-when your backing him up with the RV, use your phones to talk
-keep an outdoor kit readily available on an outdoor storage area for every time you park. (Bug spray, flashlight, sewer disposable gloves, lighter, headlamp, etc.
-Most importantly, ENJOY!!!!
Next thing you know you’ll be 50 and looking back on how fun this all was 😊
Thank you! So much good info here, we will take it onboard.
Just a little note that we’ve learned from rving. If you are hooked up to shore power, get a small plug in heater, it will cure your dampness issue, the propane heater will cause you to have dampness :)
And you are paying for the power already, so why use your propane when you don’t have to :)
There's a revere osmosis system you can get to hook up to your water system in your rv, google it. Then you just have to replace the filters when the indicator lights go off. If you do that, you won't have to haul that huge containers of spring water. Hope it helps.
You don't have to fit any mould. I lived my life, no kids not our choice, good careers, 2 homes, travel, money etc. 50 years on we are ridding ourselves of so many possessions and clutter, now have a beach shack, and are extremely happy. 73 yesterday.
Congratulations guys, you are so right. Thank you
You should not keep your freshwater hoses/equipment anywhere near the ones used for dumping grey and black tanks. They make special storage bags and bins to keep them separate if you don't have the storage space.
Regarding your power, if you get a device call "bluetti" it comes with a solar panel or you can charge it from a wall then you can pull power from the bluetti, goggle it. Hope it helps.
For your dog, you can buy a doggy bed in any pet store, like Petco in America, not sure about Canada. I'm in America. Hope it helps.
Nice. All you need is paint and new knobs. I've seen people epoxy counters on UA-cam. Low cost.
God’s Blessings to you both, wishing Well-being, Happiness, Peace.
you got the right RV tho, roomy, I had a Ford based one they are reliable, that VW bus would have been a nightmare, they are just gas guzzlers those big RVs but you can fix them yourself ... RV and Van life has been over done and has ran its course on UA-cam I think but good luck, I would not take an RV to Mexico, not safe, US you should be ok
Great video! We have a huge RV as a mobile office and camp out in the boonies. Enjoy!
Happy for you two. Watching your video and yes, if you don't sanitize your fresh water holding tank you can get really sick. If you just take a capful of bleach and fill your tank and then drain it by running it through your faucets, shower, etc., while at the same time emptying the rest through the low point drain you should be fine. I do this before every trip. But even then we drink bottled water and only use the onboard water for showering, toilet, and dishes. Best of luck to you!
You may need to sterilize the RV freshwater tank, all you need is bleach and a sewer hookup to dump the tank. It would be a good idea to look into a small solar setup if you don't want to have to go for a drive to top up the batteries, even a small 200-watt system could work wonders since you will need consistent power for all of your electronics. Do not wait to get on the roof, some of the worst problems that will cause issues later are the roof seals and coating not being properly maintained. If you are in a wet climate and have a leak that you don't catch in time it will become a serious problem. Congratulations and good luck!
I drive a 1999 F350 Triton V10 converted unhaul to camper. Drives like a dream and never met a hill that was a problem. Don't like the need for premium gasoline, I alternate mid grade when driving in flat central states.
We also recently bought a 1995 Georgie Boy motorhome on a Chevy P30 chassis with a 454 engine. Also a nice driving vehicle.
Neither of these RV's has a back up cam....on my want list, and Max fans for each!!!
Love your thinking all the way around...van versus RV...needing to be mobile...etc., etc. I think you're doing this at the perfect time...age wise... .as well as the entire world is entering a new epoch, and its the perfect time to be minimal and have your freedom moving around while global changes are in motion and you can be very flexible , while all the dust starts to settle. Looking forward to this new season of vlogs! ❤
We’ll said thank you
*Newly Updated Safety Suggestions: for RV lifers, Campers, Hikers, Explorers, Nomadic Life, and Travelers*
I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living.
Although, I just noticed your UA-cam channel, and other similar channels, displaying van living.
I just wanted to remind everyone to Aware Be of your surroundings and Alert, I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions
I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc...
People need to know what the up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living.
I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself.
Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this.
I feel that you , and others UA-camrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful.
I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors.
I shared this with several other travelers, as I watched their UA-cam channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others.
Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience.
Although, you may have knowledge of this already,
I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone.
*Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle.
You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage
Do your research for the best fit for you
Consider Carrying Several Extra portable cellphone phone chargers, and cables.
Consider theses items:
*Mini portable power charging station.
I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices.
*Invest in a Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell signal and reception.
Consider also the purchase of a WiFi signal booster to also boost your WiFi signal.
Research to see what you prefer.
*Very Inportant:
Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location.
There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating, or camping situations.
*Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders.
Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone.
There are some satellite SOS texting messaging, locator devices that will send messages with your phone even if there isn’t any cellular signal, or WiFi. With this device your can still text, and communicate with others in a emergency satellite transmission.
Check online, for various emergency SOS products, some are small to fit in the palm of your hand.
You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you.
*Mini portable vehicle battery jumper charger
*vehicle battery jumper cables
*Vehicle Jumper cables
*PLEASE BE AWARE* that in the *WINTER*
*vehicle *Batteries fail* many times in very cold weather conditions.
Vehicle batteries drain more often in the winter months.
Please Keep a vehicle battery portable jumper pack, this is a device that can jumper or boost your vehicles battery yourself without another vehicle.
If you have a older battery in your vehicle, Please have it tested or replace it, and consider the purchase a new vehicle battery with higher Cold Cranking Amps rating.
Be Aware that Sometimes even a battery that is a few years old can fail in the Winter months, and extremely cold temperatures.
Some alternatives to Winter Camping, Travelers, Explorers, etc, if you can find a Warmer Climate Location to stay during Extreme Winter months, or stay with family for a few weeks.
Another alternative is renting somewhere although this can probably get expensive.
What ever you decide Be Careful, Alert, Aware, Safe, and Informed...
*Keep a Fire extinguisher handy
*Smoke detectors, and Carbon monoxide detectors can be helpful
Keep a First Aid kit with
Bandages, antiseptic, and other first aid necessities etc. and good vitamin supplementation, and fluids that promote hydration.
Consider installing;
*Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly.
*Exterior vehicle mounted camera for the front, rear, and both sides of your vehicle.
Some can be activated by motion, Including spotlights.
*Interior vehicle cameras
*Flashlights or pluggin spotlights
*Portable spotlights, and lanterns
Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console
*Keep a Sound horn, for hiking this can service, as a deterrent, and a emergency signal alert for others.
*A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, to communicate with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies, you can keep with you when hiking.
Use your own discretion regarding the use carrying of any weapons.
Don’t forget to bring
Bear Spray
Pepper spray
Where is allowed
Purchase a couple canisters just in case and keep it with you
If you own a drone you can use it to survey your area for animals etc.
However, Please Be Safe and Beware of your Surroundings.
Stay Alert, and Be Safe even when stopping at Rest stops, Truck Stops, and conducting your various tasks.
Keep in often contact with your family, friends etc.
Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions.
*VERY IMPORTANT*
*WINTER AWARENESS*
I would suggest *NOT* to travel to locations without internet, or cellular service in the Winter, the reason is that weather conditions can change very quickly, and you absolutely DO NOT want have a vehicle break down, or malfunction, or emergency, and not have the availability to communicate, and contact your family, and or, emergency road assistance, or emergency services.
Please Keep in mind that even in area where there is cellular service and internet, in the Winter sometimes there are ice storms that may occur and this can cause Power or Electrical failures, until utilities crews repair lines.
*Your Safety is Important*
*PLEASE BE AWARE* that in some extreme cold temperatures that vehicle fuel lines could Freeze and causing a vehicle to not start.
Just in case Keep your gas tank filled, which helps prevent vehicle fuel lines from freezing.
Keep gas or fuel line additive, or gas line antifreeze, that is rated to use okay for your vehicle.
Check with your a certified mechanic and your vehicle owners manual, and or dealer repair facility to inquire what is best to prevent freezing gas tank and lines in extreme cold.
In the Winter even your bottled Water can freeze so Be Careful and Plan ahead.
*Safety is Paramount*
*Your Life is Important*
*You want to Live to Travel another Day*
*So Be Safe*
*Stay Alert*
*Keep your vehicle gas filled*
Don’t ride on fumes, or on Empty.
Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty.
Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on.
Remember to keep up on routine maintenance, check your tires for wear, keep up with your fluids for your vehicle, like oil levels, antifreeze coolant,
Please carry extra (oil)(washer fluid), (brake fluid), (antifreeze).
You will need extra Winshield Washer fluid because of the ever changing Weather conditions, dustly roads, especially in slushy wet roads.
*WINTER AWARENESS*
In the winter consider purchasing and deicing Windshield Washer Fluid, for the much colder weather conditions.
Furthermore, you will need extra Windshield Washer Fluid, Because you will Be driving more often in dusty, dirty, windy, and varying weather conditions.
Your windshield will gather dust and debris from long term driving.
Also, Remember Because you are on the road riding for sometimes very long distances, and long periods of time, I would suggest investing in 2 sets of tires, and a spare, the extra set at a home base, friends or family’s house to rotate later on, also make sure that you have a spare tire in your vehicle.
Check the mileage ratings on your tires they all very.
Conduct visual inspections of your tires often, check for damage, wearing, air pressure, etc
Keep a pressure gauge to check your tires pressure and a tire pump. Electric, Portable tire pump.
Keep towing insurance to Be Safe if you ever need it.
It Doesn’t cost much try to get National coverage if available, or where you will be traveling.
Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors.
Keep Enjoying Yourself,
Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature
Just..Please continue to
Be Positive, Safe, and Alert..
Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All.
God Bless You, and everyone
Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, Hiking etc.
Please Be Safe.....
God Be With You.....
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Dehumidifiers work great.
Hi, some words on the V10 you might find helpful, I've had several and worked for a shuttle buss company in the Colorado Rockies that ran v10's in their bigger shuttles. It's good that you went with that engine, RV's are notoriously underpowered for their weight and are designed for mostly flat land and occasional hills. V10 is actually the least amount of power you'd want to have climbing up and down mountains and even then you should baby it on the climbs and mind your rpms even if it means gearing down and using flashers, keep it to 3500 climbing hills when possible in that sweet spot were you have some power but aren't revving too high. Change oil, oil and air filters religiously. But the v10 is a workhorse if you take care of it, used in a lot of fleet vehicles for that reason. Also they are plentiful for replacement and parts. 150k-250k miles is the usual lifespan for one, can go 300 though if well maintained. Might think about starting a kitty for eventual replacement, about $10k US for a swap, but worthwhile when time comes bc then you'll be good to go again for a very long time. Older v10's had problems with blowing plugs out of the block and stripping out the threads, there's a fix for it, but it's kinda a big deal, if yours are that kind and hasn't already been done climbing a mountain is the most likely time it's going to. Another thing that will impact performance is spark coils and injectors, which are pretty cheap and easy to replace, if yours are older those will give you a power gain and improve mileage bc your engine will run more efficiently.
Good luck u Gais..done subscribe!
THis was cool. I enjoyed seeing the RV in it's current state while you talk about how you would remodel. Great to get a feel of what you really want.
Absolutely love the full tour! I’ve been thinking about RV life for a while now, like 3-4yrs. With my lease ending in November and also traveling a lot for work, this may be a near future move along with a new location as well. You guys are awesome as always and so glad you found a really solid RV😆😃
You should do it for sure! Thanks Isaiah
It’s great to see you thinking about your dog which is a lifetime commitment. I sometimes wondered how you left him in Australia. But now he’s along for the ride. I have to admit I haven’t even renewed my passport because my dog seven years old and I won’t travel without him.
Hey Lloyd, when you’re bored, peel those stripes off the RV they look terrible.
Lol, that’s the plan mate. Thank you
Nice tour of your home!! Bear/ Puddles/ Eeyore- love him!
Best of luck on travels!
Lol thank you!
So cool! We bought an RV this year and would love to eventually travel in it full time but so far have just been using it for vacations. Ours was also an older model but we renovated it on a budget and now we are in love. Just taking the old fabric down above the windows opens up the space and modernizes it so much! You can also go for a quick fix and buy a large blanket or sheet at a thrift store and stretch and staple it over your dining benches. And tile paint for the bathroom was our savior! Floor to ceiling! You can even get dye for the paint and stencils and make any design you want 😁
Use your exhaust fan when cooking, it helps to remove moisture, also check beneath your mattress for mold there are lots of remedies, slats help need air circulation
You will change things with time. How exciting! You will also get tips and advice from other campers. Wishing you both ❤️ and traveling grace, y’all have to name your rig, which also will come in time. God bless.
There are instructions online concerning how to treat your water tank so you can drink water from it. In case you want to try that. Its something like 1/4 cup chlorine per 50 gallons. Let the chlorine sit in the tank for a specified time and then run that water through your pipes. I did that in my RV and didnt get sick.
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So excited for y’all! Let us know if your travels bring you near Chattanooga!
We’ll be there! Always wanted to check out Tennessee
I have a trust that grows every five years
Rn at 31 it’s 3354 a month
I have 40k saved
And me and my fiancé are torn between continuing to play the system rat race and buy a 400k townhouse or home
And rely on my job that puts me at 125k a year but sucks the soul out of me OR we both quit, get an rv and live off the 3354 a month
My real question is can 3354 be enough for long term rv living?! We have also been consider a class c as the most cost effect and spacious for travel
I love how you care for your pup! He is so sweet. I have a 22ff rv just like yours w a different floor plan. I preferred shorter length…. My 1st Three trips out resulted in considerable damage to the top of the rv… I originally wanted the floor plan you have but opted for the shorter. So excited for you two and the pupper!!! I’m old and find the interior just fine. Aside from wanting to put in by me floors I am good. But who knows, once I see your renovation, I might get inspired. 🎉😊
You're both doing just fine. Believe me, others are jealous. Just take it as it comes and enjoy!
Thanks so so much!
Just something to look into but try getting a dehumidifier found it helps in my home and in my rv
My sister used to keep wet wipes at the door to wipe dirty paws with her fur baby got use to it so he would wait for his paws to be wiped. I just found your channel so I know this is a little old
Good for you guys! I think this is going to be an awesome amazing journey for you. You will look back when you are older and say - yeah we did that and be so happy that you did! You are truly living and that is something that we all need to do more of ♥️♥️
Thanks so much, couldn’t agree more!
Wow, Love you guys, followed you for a long time. From exotic locations like Halong Bay and that cool mountain hotel in Vietnam, etc. to living in an old RV staying in Walmart parking lots seems like a big change, but it's your life and your journey. Good luck with things! I took the path in life to have a job with health insurance. I figured that no matter how I did income wise, that a major health issue could wipe me out overnight. I was till able to see the world. Love your dog, as I'm sure you do also! Come to Montana!!!
Montana I heard it was beautiful too.
When my husband was alive, we had a 24 foot camper. You had the same bed in bathroom set up. I didn’t like the bed set up too hard to get in and out for me because I wore a lake brace and I couldn’t bend my leg so the bathroom was hard to use. I’ve got a 35 year-old Toyota dolphin in the bathroom’s in the back. With the separate little shower back there.
Do y’all have have any Chip clips? They come in handy to keep food including chips from becoming stale.
The RV is great - honestly, I couldn't do it but I look forward to seeing your adventures and your upcoming Reno.
Just sharing…if you use the oven, I’ve heard these older models don’t cook evenly. However, things cook evenly if you use a pizza stone. Research that theory. Also, I’ve seen some fabulous refurbished RVs on Pinterest. Good Luck !!
I love this
Some maps whilst your travelling may give us a better idea of where you are and where you are going although note could be privacy issues.
Good choice! And great for Bear! I have the same RV, if you need any soundboard on it! Enjoy!
You guys should put k&n air intake on it to help improve power nd gas mileage
Great video. Love your vibe.
Lloyd & Mandy I love your new RV! I watched your Mexico vids. I am retired and thinking about moving around? Merida, Mexico I think? Good luck!
Merida is great, you should!
You may want to consider buying and installing a hidden safe that fits your laptops and cameras. Doesn't have to be huge, just big enough to fit them when you're going to be gone for a bit. RVs are extremely easy to break into and are very visible targets/high value targets. Just a thought.
We learn something new with each video. You have the best life. Don’t overthink it. Make your own time table. Safe travels. We’ll be watching. ❤️
Thanks David
Amazing going ahead and moving forward and more.
Sounds great.😊😮
We have a very large fifth wheel that we use as a home base; and a class C for traveling. We’re an older couple & even though we pulled our large 5-wheel all over the U.S.-we really like our short class C for traveling. Sold our house 7 yrs. ago-no regrets!!!!! Good Luck with ur travels! Our favorite so far is ZION!😊
You can purchase water filters for your RV and they are not expensive at all
There’s one I’m thinking about getting on Amazon….. Making memories, one camp site at a time.
I love my girl!
this is Beautiful
Hi lloyd ,Mandy, & Bear if I had an rv the same as you have I would definitely invest in a portable generator which if you keep it fueled regular you can run it & keep every thing on you need without fear of batteries going flat or maybe solar panels would be ideal as there is so much sun in America.
wonderful tour - nice to see the thinking that you put yourself through
Make sure you head to the Okanogan particularly Penticton. Absolutely beautiful but the campground books up early and fast!! Look forward to seeing you there!💋
Heading there soon!
Watch some snow times in canada in a rv, i think you might need some heads up
I must of missed a few videos their was one you talked about getting married in saying this congrats wish you both all the happiness in the world Hugs XO
Definitely need to catch up! Thank you
I'm looking for and RV exactly like that one now. I'm moving off my boat soon.
Excellent RV! Look forward to following your adventures.
I wouldn't go on the roof unless you have to . Mostly to clean and inspect your seal . Not sturdy for lounging.
Good luck 🍀 good home! 😃
Thanks so much
@@LloydandMandy Mandy you have achieved so much already! 30 is just the beginning :) RV is amazing. Make your dreams come true, life will organise itself.
@@salubriousplace23 Thank you! you're so right.
We just retired a few weeks ago and will be moving into our travel trailer in a week or two. We tried traveling in a tiny truck camper but that did not work so well so we are replanning... ;-) We really love sharing our journey! Looking forward to your adventures! Safe travels!! 💙Terry and Terri
What was that crystal dehumidifier called?
Good for you guys!! Love from Doug, Jill and Zak (our Lab retriever 🐾♥️)
Thanks guys
Have you been watching House Hunters Mandy? Love your kitchen and can’t wait to see some of the US. Only been to a small part of it. I travelled and forgot to have children but I can look back on those places I visited and sometimes worked (not digitally of course) and I am thankful but now I am older I wish I had family to care for me. That also doesn’t always work out. Follow your heart.
Thanks Janet.
Y'all did good!
Thank you!
Like the update Mandy. Thanks
It’s a perfect set up! Congrats!
thank you!
I noticed in one of your videos that you got a VTOman generator. How has it worked out for you? Does it work as well as one of the more expensive ones?
So cool! You got a great deal on it. An RV like that here in Perth, Aus would cost ya about 80k. Happy travels guys
yep! Might have to ship it back to Aus!
I am so looking forward to these episodes.
Stay tuned!
You have a great new home guys. I’m envious. We used to have a caravan in England but have not RV’d in over 25 years since moving to Canada but would love to buy one to travel the East coast where we now live. Once you hit the warmer weather, you will be able to sit outside and bbq, making your home feel bigger. Enjoy your new life and we’ll RV vicariously through your channel 😊
Thanks so much Sue
Hi guys 👋 love watching your journeys your new home is awesome 😊 the ladder that goes up to the top that is there only for maintenance on top you Do Not want to sit up there the roofs aren't made for that you don't want any issues with roof just an FYI 👋👍
Thanks Kathi
G'day Lloyd and Mandy...has been a while since I posted a comment, but assure you both, I've been keeping up to speed with your move from Playa Del Carmen to your new digs in Vancouver Canada. WOW, what a city and I especially enjoyed your vlog from Granville Island, a pretty dam cool place, and your vlog from Whistler was also top notch! Getting back onto the snow boards was a bit like riding a bike, once you've mastered it, you don't really forget, great turn of foot from you both. Your RV looks pretty neat, hope you settle in and really enjoy the lifestyle. As mentioned in some of my previous comments when you were in Mexico, your presentations are ALWAYS top class, so I will continue to follow you and enjoy and "share your future"...by the way, I'm finally heading back to Bali, first time in almost 4 years following the Covid period....cheers Gaz(WA)😎
Cheers Gaz, appreciate all the support and feedback, we’re loving the RV life so far! Enjoy Bali mate
Be sure to visit Nova Scotia!❤
Mandy, so pleasant to hear
how grateful you are about everything, always looking for the good in everything. Living your life with the cup half-full😅 😅
It's been fun following you two through many of the same places I've been. I turn the big 5-0 soon & I did it in reverse where i settled down & had a kid in my 20's & 30's and am now a nomad. To do it again I'd prefer your order. But we're all chasing the dragon, be it harmful like drugs & alcohol or better like fitness, travel or money. You'll probably always feel like there's something missing. That's why it's called "settling". You two are great so don't worry. Love your content. Thank you.
Thanks for the insight, we are working on our mindset of never feeling completely fulfilled, we have to appreciate what we have because it's a great life. It takes a lot of work
Would you ever consider moving into an RV full-time?
Nope.
Yes totally 👍💯
Would love that lifestyle!
I think it sounds like a fun idea, 😁 but, I don't think I could do it full time. At least not for a full year. But I will watch you 3 do it, and live vicariously through you! 😜 Instead we bought a home in Mexico to visit, until we are old enough to retire! Wishing you great adventures! Take care and Hello from Williams Lake BC. 👋
@@dianaludwig925 Thanks so much!
I really enjoyed this video. I'm saving up to buy an rv and move out of my dad's house with my dog and live in it full time. I'm going to school to be a pro wrestler and an rv would help alot
I love your rv. I’ve been rv shopping for a while. I have 4 cats so I’m looking at options. Please don’t leave Bear outside or off leash. He’s precious and there’s too many wild animals. I live in Ottawa! What was it like in the US. Were you concerned about safety shootings etc?
Very nice! Has all you need plus a cute dog!
Everything we need!
Awww bear 🐻 is so cute
He is!
I'm going to be moving over to the states from the UK, how did your dog Bear cope with the plane journey? Was it a complicated process? Can you tell me were you happy with his experience or was he traumatised?
tbh I'm very worried about how my dog (jack russel terrier, she is 13yrs old) will cope...
Go to Alaska and the Yukon 😊
Congrats on your purchase - it looks perfect! Keen to watch your RV adventures! Especially how Bear handles the travel. We have 2 lab sisters - Lola White and Lindsay Brown that we hope to do some small trips in a caravan with in the near future. So, this is perfect timing. 🙃
Amazing, they are the best dogs aren't they?
Good girl!
Thanks for your videos... I hope you enjoy all the freedom your camper brings... particularly as travellers with having an animal. Your RV might not be your forever home, and is far from perfect and doesn't have a certain stability to it, on the other hand it can be very good for the soul, and you will have access to so many adventures, and bringing your home to distant places has numerous advantages as a traveller. If I need to watch my money, I like staying at places for longer periods.
Thanks so much
Good luck!
Thanks!
so nice where in Canada did you get your rv?
Hey thank you for the video very informative information! I want to do the Rv life as well because I do not like renting anything and do not want an apartment yes I can always but a house and stuff but I rather build it and own it but that time comes later once I get married someday haha but for the time being I would enjoy the nice life of RV plus you are saving more money houses are expensive. I also consider lots of traveling for work as well and can just have a home on wheels
You definitely need some chip clips!
I been a ocean nomad now its time to hit the road
I like your videos saludos de un Mexicano en Colorado
Yup..... I have been doing it since 2006.?😊
Where do you go to do laundry?
Awesome you guys!! Love it it's perfect happy trails. Your in my old stomping grounds enjoy the beautiful area and people ❤️ Would be cool if you guys would go walk the rivers the Mamquam river or check out Cheekeye river ( Chequamis river ). Get some pictures of the Eagles. ♥️ No huge worries if you walk on the dikes along the rivers. Very safe from bears and cougers. The chief is a medium to high level for physical endurance so maybe leave Bear behind. 😂 He's adorable 💕
This video was filmed on maquam campground!
Awesome ❤
Hallooo ... I am happy to your progress. I am your subscribers from the first your videos.... 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for sticking around!