Driving To Alaska | The Ultimate Solo Winter Road Trip

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  • Опубліковано 7 лис 2024

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  • @truthseeker2222
    @truthseeker2222 Рік тому +80

    Man I have really enjoyed this trip a lot. I watch everynight with dinner while smoking a J. I live in the Pisgah National Forest in Western North Carolina. Always wanted to do a trip like this. I have a travel trailer, but looking to switch up to a truck camper this spring. Really inspiring and artistic channel. Thanks Timmy.

    • @moonchildpink5525
      @moonchildpink5525 9 місяців тому

      Hey Truthseeker! Grew up spending Summer's in a small town, Highlands, N.C. & used to go to Toxaway Falls (Which I can't get to anymore as area is developed with Country Clubs etc in that area but it is so beautiful where I live. We came from South Florida so it was a big change. Anyways, we went RVing during Vivid & it was super cool. The only thing it would be much better in a truck getting better mileage as it does get expensive. Never made it to Alaska - it's on our bucket list still. The younger I go the better. Whatever u decide to do, it is well worth it & enjoyable. The one thing I wish I had documented the trip on UA-cam. Take it easy! 😊😊😊😊

    • @Shawndaniel7710
      @Shawndaniel7710 8 місяців тому

      Smoking and watching to from Detroit ❤

  • @HeresMinx
    @HeresMinx Рік тому +2

    Get an Espar coolant heater for those cold starts with no where to plug in. Plumbs into your coolant lines and pushes hot coolant through your system for up to 120 minutes, you can schedule auto starts to come on at whatever time you want so you wake up to a warm truck. Uses diesel from your tank to run

  • @123turby
    @123turby Рік тому +14

    She’s a great old girl. There’s so much more life in her I’m sure you will do everything possible to keep her alive for as long as possible. Great trip Timmie.

  • @JB50713
    @JB50713 Рік тому +13

    That's an epic road trip! Everytime you show us the Alaskan landscape I'm in awe.

  • @philwhitney1108
    @philwhitney1108 Рік тому +7

    You are keeping it in check man. A nice modest homestead and a rocken 7.3 home on wheels that's perfection. You take care of the old rig and takes care of you... (even cycling those plugs why not)... Stay safe man keep exploring.

  • @evopwrmods
    @evopwrmods Рік тому +2

    Mr. Tim the real deal...respect

  • @ter131
    @ter131 Рік тому +1

    You made it Timmy. Glad your home.
    I haven't been watching for probly 6 months. Just been too busy. I'm back tho. Thank heavens. Thank you for taking us along. Your awesome and blessed. 🏔️

  • @mikewebbsinbox
    @mikewebbsinbox Рік тому +2

    I've done this drive in my 96 F250 7.3 with a camper and 6x8 enclosed trailer. I loved that trip and your videos are making me want to hit the road again.

  • @Kamikaze3557
    @Kamikaze3557 Рік тому +5

    Of late Tim-my you are the only utuber (that I’m subscribed to) putting out steady content. So thank you.

  • @jennifermartin506
    @jennifermartin506 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful

  • @JustLou71
    @JustLou71 Рік тому +2

    Everything you said at the start of this video is exactly how I feel. I'm so thankful I found this channel, and your videos.

  • @jmcova23
    @jmcova23 Рік тому +2

    Been amazing 🤙🏼, can't wait for what's next 🤟🏼, from San Antonio Texas 🤟🏼

  • @MrMaddparkison
    @MrMaddparkison Рік тому +9

    I love your cabin. I want to build one on a little trailer for us. Family of 6 lol

  • @RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors
    @RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors Рік тому +1

    Thanks for taking us along 👍🏻

  • @jeff-le1tp
    @jeff-le1tp Рік тому +1

    Love the sound of that diesel. Hope we can continue to drive them for another 30 years.

  • @bucky716
    @bucky716 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home! Thanks for sharing that part of your ongoing journey.

  • @troxofthetrade
    @troxofthetrade Рік тому +9

    One day I'm gonna drive the Alaska Hwy! Your videos are invaluable!

  • @iolojobi6294
    @iolojobi6294 Рік тому +12

    What an amazing road trip. So glad you made it home safe

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 Рік тому +2

    Welcome home, Timmy! 👍🇨🇦😎⭐🦜🦜

  • @davidthompson5963
    @davidthompson5963 Рік тому +2

    Timmy . Really enjoyed sharing your trip with you . But getting home after a long trip warms once hart . Regards from South Africa

  • @ellarussell8769
    @ellarussell8769 9 місяців тому

    I live in Michigan but visited with my son who lives in Seward for a few weeks for Thanksgiving and we drove around Whittier and Girdwood, and I remember seeing your home. Now I stumbled upon your video and seeing it again. What a small world. I love everything about Alaska. I see why my son and people like yourself live there. Thank you for taking us along your journeys

  • @sirsmokey8651
    @sirsmokey8651 Рік тому +1

    I went skiing on Alyeska back in the late 80's while stationed in AK. Coldest I'd ever been!

  • @realisticthought1781
    @realisticthought1781 Рік тому +1

    It takes all kinds my dude. I was once a city guy, but I live on 12 acres now and love it. When it’s really cold, my diesel doesn’t shut off

  • @MrRcspeedster
    @MrRcspeedster Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the ride and welcome home.

  • @martna1
    @martna1 Рік тому +2

    GLAD you are home Timmy!

  • @tomkruczek668
    @tomkruczek668 Рік тому +1

    Fantasitc. Thanks for taking us along. I drove the ALCAN (Los Angeles, CA to Fairbanks/Denali and back a little over 40 years ago. At the time, most of the ALCAN was stone and it was May/June. Although your route was different (close enough) doing it in the winter and alone is a whole different thing. At the time (still hard to belive), Canadian Customs/MP strongly encouraged bringing a rifle on the ALCAN. How times have changed. We had to show them our route, count our money and completely unload our truck to show them we were prepared. My buddy bought an almost new Toyota 4WD for the trip. I bought all of the supplies, including anything we could possibly think of - tires, gas cans, alternator, voltage regluator, battery, headlights, etc. We had just enough room for one of us to sleep in the bed under the cap, the other slept in the cab. Great memories. I used Google Maps to follow along your trip. Really fun! When I drove the ALCAN, there were several sections that had 75-150 (IIRR) miles between gas stations/villages. I think the villages were really "outposts" setup to maintain the highway. Glad you made it home and hope you have a wonderful 2023. Thanks again.

  • @OvertheWindingRoad
    @OvertheWindingRoad Рік тому +4

    I remember my first time being gone more than 6/7 days and it was 2 months. What a feeling

  • @mikegupguthrie-futurenomad7866

    Glad you made it home safe and sound bro! Found your channel partway into you adventure(s) and have thoroughly enjoyed each and ever moment and have even managed to see a few vids prior to your journey to the lower 48. Can’t wait to see what the future holds for you and excited to continue with you on your life’s journey. As always, stay safe out there…..

  • @OldPackMule
    @OldPackMule Рік тому +3

    Great trip man. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @bigblue1287
    @bigblue1287 Рік тому +2

    Welcome Home Timmy!!!! What a RIDE

  • @lesabre1972
    @lesabre1972 Рік тому +1

    glad to be on the trip with you Timmy.🙂

  • @WezleyB
    @WezleyB Рік тому +3

    Yeah Northern British Columbia and gas prices ain't no joke... I drive a 4 cylinder four-wheel drive Tacoma.. because eight bucks a gallon hurts my feelings

  • @TonyChin226
    @TonyChin226 Рік тому +12

    Epic journey. Hope to see some adventures at the alpine creek lodge this winter!

  • @seaweed556
    @seaweed556 Рік тому +1

    How very cool made made it home. I will be right here . thanks for the ride Timmy.

  • @jiminalaska
    @jiminalaska Рік тому +1

    I am with you, that stretch around Kluane lake , Destruction bay seems to take forever, plus the roads are bad. Glad you made it back

  • @jeannemarcinek4575
    @jeannemarcinek4575 Рік тому +1

    Glad you made it home, enjoyed your trip. stay safe and warm.

  • @cindysegar1426
    @cindysegar1426 Рік тому +1

    I got an apartment when it got really cold really fast here in Montana. I can't believe how much i miss living out of my suv. I miss it so much!!!

  • @chuckborghoff8443
    @chuckborghoff8443 10 місяців тому

    We really enjoyed this trip with you.Thanks!

  • @pilierofq
    @pilierofq Рік тому +1

    Love riding along with you thanks!

  • @jamesdane6189
    @jamesdane6189 Рік тому +4

    Great journey home, loved it. Now, install a third fuel tank since you pushed the range a little to the edge 😵‍💫, install air lockers for next season in Utah and Colorado, and keep on trucking. Looking forward to seeing what you have planned for this winter, I’m sure it will be epic.

    • @jamesdane6189
      @jamesdane6189 Рік тому

      I think you got hacked? Got a notice that I was selected to receive a free prize which seemed strange. Contact email was similar to your merchandise email address but with an extra period inserted. It also went away which was strange.

  • @degored2073
    @degored2073 Рік тому +4

    Thanks Timmy for sharing. Quite a trip for sure.

    • @AiJaiDeeSaMer
      @AiJaiDeeSaMer Рік тому

      Nice video. Those birds must be feeling like they are in prison during the whole Winter trip, LOL.

  • @nellgoetze1572
    @nellgoetze1572 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your four month trip with us. Live through Timmy!

  • @rustyharvey3481
    @rustyharvey3481 Рік тому +1

    I thought your adventures were freaking awesome. I can’t wait to go to Alaska in June 2023

  • @arlenefrancis2791
    @arlenefrancis2791 Рік тому +3

    That is so cool that you have parakeets. I love them too. I had 8 birds, but now I only have 3 left, as 5 of them died over the course of 10 years. Great trip north homeward bound! Glad that you made it safely. 👍👍

  • @bakedscience6888
    @bakedscience6888 Рік тому +1

    Long trip thx for taking us along

  • @germaineprien7691
    @germaineprien7691 Рік тому

    I admire you for being true to yourself!!!

  • @outrigger9553
    @outrigger9553 Рік тому +1

    When I lived in Bethel, i used a oil heating dp stick, a battery blanket and was still worried if the van would start...lol. although I did drive for over 6 months without a water pump.

  • @Vegasliferpools
    @Vegasliferpools Рік тому +1

    Your videos are soul soothing
    Thank you sir

  • @spiritualoutdoors7759
    @spiritualoutdoors7759 Рік тому +1

    Beautifully said and the simple most root answer is fear.

  • @shcaskey
    @shcaskey Рік тому +3

    Home is where your stuff is.

  • @bnkwupt
    @bnkwupt Рік тому +1

    Loved the trip! See you on the next one. Welcome home!

  • @michaelhemp8679
    @michaelhemp8679 Рік тому

    Thanks for the wonderful videos.
    People who live their dream
    really live!
    Have a good time and many,
    many great ROADTRIPS.
    Regards, Michael

  • @TheArtisticGardener777
    @TheArtisticGardener777 Рік тому +4

    Glad you made it home safe, Timmy! Heck of a trip! ❤

  • @big659
    @big659 Рік тому +5

    Love your videos! Do you use a full synthetic oil for the winter? I know from personal experience this made a big difference for my 2000 Dodge 2500 Diesel. I cost extra but worth it. Take care.

  • @FunwithBooboo
    @FunwithBooboo Рік тому +1

    My husband and I started watching you when you started going up the Duffy. We live in Lillooet. Nice videos 👍

  • @deckiedeckie
    @deckiedeckie Рік тому +1

    The USCG used to manage a old LORAN (old navegation system used before GPS) station in TOK....

  • @SpruceSculptures
    @SpruceSculptures Рік тому +1

    I drove it alone in 1974, not paved then from Dawson to Tok. It was -35 when I stopped in Watson Lake to get gas, 40 gallons later the temp was -46 on the same thermometer. First time I saw the Northern Lights, about an hour after that. Gosh it was cold.

  • @joe964
    @joe964 Рік тому +1

    Your a humble man and I would love to drive to Alaska and hangout with you! I’ve never been simply because I don’t know if I’ll ever leave. Thank you for sharing all you do.

  • @flash8051
    @flash8051 9 місяців тому

    Wow...brought back so many memories of MY epic trip from So. Cal. to Alaska waaay back in 1979! My good ol' Jeep J-10 4x4 truck with just a camper shell and one of my buddies along with me!
    It was in Sept. though so the weather was a bit nicer! 😄 Went all the way up to Circle and then down to Kenai Peninsula. Returned home on the Cassiar Hwy. which at that time was even worse than the Alcan Hwy! Just over a month and almost 9k miles total!
    Gotta find the slides of our trip (yeah, long before digital cameras!).
    Great video, great adventure! Thanks for sharing that...

  • @johnlafleur9251
    @johnlafleur9251 Рік тому

    About being happy alone,
    Amen, brother.
    I did two, one year backpacking trips in Europe and Australia and was never happier in my life.
    Of course, I met many people on my travels and enjoyed their company.
    I don't consider myself a loner, but I'm very comfortable being alone.

  • @mtb7339
    @mtb7339 Рік тому +2

    Awesome brother safe travels!

  • @christophererikson7995
    @christophererikson7995 7 місяців тому

    I was just skiing at Alyeska a few weeks ago. Amazing up there! The Girdwood microbrewery is great! Love watching your videos!

  • @Jeff-tx8sd
    @Jeff-tx8sd Рік тому +2

    sick view out of the cabin

  • @SS-eu9dq
    @SS-eu9dq Рік тому +4

    great group of videos. loved that journey!

  • @tjadventures9163
    @tjadventures9163 Рік тому

    Looking forward to the Alaska videos… my favorite part of this channel and the reason I started following. Welcome home.

  • @roadtripthrifts
    @roadtripthrifts Рік тому

    Immediate click anytime I see a new video of yours pop up. Thanks so much for all this heartwarming content. Full speed ahead!

  • @micheleaday3902
    @micheleaday3902 Рік тому

    ❤Wow Amazing Traveling And A Beautiful Cabin Home. Glad You Made It Safely Home Cant wait for your next Trip😊

  • @CalgaryDynastar
    @CalgaryDynastar Рік тому +1

    Glad to see you back home Timmy, look forward to seeing some Alaskan wilderness! Cheers man

  • @loneranger4113
    @loneranger4113 Рік тому +1

    The one state I would consider calling home if I ever pulled up camp in Texas. Thank you for sharing. Love those northern hi ways. Safe travels.

  • @lisafayepranger8561
    @lisafayepranger8561 10 місяців тому

    Funny...I started clapping my hands when your trucks started....happy for you

  • @frank4fun64
    @frank4fun64 Рік тому +2

    there's no place like home !!

  • @user-zm5mp6oh4l
    @user-zm5mp6oh4l Рік тому +1

    Очень красиво, как будто в сказке. Спасибо за сюжет. Удачи

  • @juliebjorklun229
    @juliebjorklun229 Рік тому +1

    Welcome Home Timmy!!

  • @SwampDonkey530
    @SwampDonkey530 Рік тому +3

    Cool journeys Timmy, now bust out the sleds 🤘🤘🤘

  • @jimt125
    @jimt125 Рік тому +4

    Great trip Timmy, love ur videos that must have been an awesome trip👍🏻🇺🇸

  • @equestrianalways6132
    @equestrianalways6132 Рік тому +1

    Awesome Timmy thanks for sharing

  • @nomex1996
    @nomex1996 Рік тому +2

    Awesome Timmy!
    Welcome home!
    What a great trip!
    Without a doubt one of the best feelings there is after a long road trip.
    Long time follower and driver of the Alaskan Hwy, Dalton Hwy. and Top of the World Hwy. also from Landis, NC Looking forward to seeing what's next.

  • @iron-iw2ij
    @iron-iw2ij 8 місяців тому

    2:13 wow the stars ✨

  • @CaliforniaBushman
    @CaliforniaBushman Рік тому +1

    Congrats on arriving safely.

  • @rightwingmanscott
    @rightwingmanscott Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the trip so far!

  • @darrellnichter9894
    @darrellnichter9894 Рік тому +1

    I remember cold starts at a weld shop I worked at...pulled it in one night and when 1st shift started early I had to remove from shop and smoked them out 😂! Love the old 7.3

  • @gringo3009
    @gringo3009 Рік тому +1

    Helluva trip! Thanks for sharing your adventures.

  • @dannycastillon2008
    @dannycastillon2008 Рік тому

    Thank you Timmy!!! Making your drive back is always my favorite part of your trip. Get some rest and God bless.

  • @dannettepeters1507
    @dannettepeters1507 Рік тому

    Home sweet home. Nothing like coming home from a sweet sojourn! Home.

  • @insaynbcr
    @insaynbcr Рік тому +1

    You mentioned that the truck had been warming up for 20mins and is still frigid. I found in my '97 that I can idle it all day long in cold weather and it never warms up. It doesn't run like a gas engine and uses much less fuel at idle. With so much oil and water in these motors, it takes forever to heatup even at full sing up hill in cold weather.

  • @johninalaska9563
    @johninalaska9563 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home Timmy, I can hardly wait for your snowmachine trips.

  • @pathfinderdiscovery9395
    @pathfinderdiscovery9395 Рік тому

    It’s beautiful every where u go man , I’ve always wanted to live in a snowy place my frien I love the peacefulness snow brings , I’m South Carolina we get good snow every few yrs but man I could live in it all the time , it’s just a beautiful parsipitation nature gives us , take care as I catch up on ya vids

  • @chadcochran6721
    @chadcochran6721 Рік тому +1

    Glad you made it safe and sound... Not near as adventurous as last years drive... Looking forward to the new adventures this winter.. Last year's video of the northern lights at the Alaska Festival... Favorite so far...

    • @TruckHouseLife
      @TruckHouseLife  Рік тому +1

      yup I'll do another tailgate alaska festival series this spring

  • @aryanardalan6322
    @aryanardalan6322 Рік тому +2

    I’m so glad you’ve made it home safe I’ve really enjoyed this road trip you’re a true legend

  • @TZEDGAMES
    @TZEDGAMES Рік тому +1

    Beautiful Night for a sleep Awesome Video 👍

  • @peanuts1173
    @peanuts1173 Рік тому

    This just makes me want to see Alaska in the summer! Brrrrrr. -12

  • @j.r.3215
    @j.r.3215 Рік тому +2

    Great series Timmy, thanks for your efforts.

  • @kimhastie5440
    @kimhastie5440 Рік тому

    What an awesome road trip. I have always wanted to travel the US but am chicken to go alone. I got to travel this journey virtually with you. Thanks for sharing that long journey with us Timmy.

  • @herbrachel3663
    @herbrachel3663 Рік тому +1

    Glad you made it. It got hairy for a while

  • @andyfreer1343
    @andyfreer1343 Рік тому +1

    Great video looking forward to seeing more

  • @alaskadudeman5041
    @alaskadudeman5041 Рік тому +1

    Well...that was a super fun vacay. I was there at 6 mile when you left and watched the whole thing from start to end...great to be on the journey. A bit jealous but good affirmation on why I stay in Alaska...even a bit emotional to see you come home safe. Thanks Timmy, that was fun.

  • @JustLou71
    @JustLou71 Рік тому

    Seriously between you and another channel I watch, the two of you make me want to move to Alaska.

  • @lesabre1972
    @lesabre1972 Рік тому

    as much as you like the traveling you have to like it when you get home there is no closer feeling.

  • @eagleeye5890
    @eagleeye5890 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home!...

  • @joeblow6191
    @joeblow6191 Рік тому +1

    Hell Tim I’d say this run was even better than the last,stoked for the real adventure back in Alaska this season and that grouse video u mentioned some months back in the premier comments keep up the good work