FIRST night in my rooftop tent in freezing temps w/ a diesel heater

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  • @travelinwithTODD
    @travelinwithTODD Рік тому +12

    the new setup looks cool Brian. i know ive said it before but you are looking even more fit and trim. good for you. i am down 17 pounds and feeling good myself! take care.

  • @SEA-U2
    @SEA-U2 Місяць тому

    To The Veteran I Salute 🫡 You Thank You for Your Service 🇺🇸🙏 That Lighter is Beautiful 👍
    l'll be looking you up
    Camp Set up Looks Awesome Really Appreciate your lights on All Your Camping Videos 😊That Dinner Was Delicious looking
    Cooking Pit Cool as heck
    Camping Trip is A Success 🙏😊

  • @bobamos3628
    @bobamos3628 Рік тому +2

    Diesel heaters are the best way to keep warm these days. They are becoming more affordable. That particular heater that you used has the ability to turn itself off and back on when the temperature reaches your selected temp. Just like the heater in your home. You will need to extend the control panel wiring to bring it inside as the temp sensor is in the controller. You program the controller via the buttons as the Bluetooth does not access that area. Your manual should coach you through it. You can also change from "C" to "F" on the controller but not in the Bluetooth. I am a Vine Voice reviewer for Amazon and I have 6 diesel heaters and this model is my favourite. Keep those videos coming...

  • @Steve-Goff
    @Steve-Goff Рік тому +2

    You looked and sounded like a kid on Christmas morning throughout this video. I’m glad you had fun camping again. That setup is definitely sweet

  • @Pureservize1
    @Pureservize1 Рік тому +2

    When you said It's turning me into beef Jerky from the inside out that made me laugh 😅. Great roof top tent Brian.

  • @kathyadams3366
    @kathyadams3366 Рік тому +2

    You’re looking down right skinny!! Good for you for losing the weight, whatever you are doing it’s working! Love the new set up, looks fun!

  • @wvcarol
    @wvcarol Рік тому +1

    You had the biggest smile on your face! And you are right, a real camp vibe was obtained with the roof top tent. Looking forward to your next video.

  • @claysisson4627
    @claysisson4627 Рік тому +2

    Awesome that you changed the setup. Looks like a lot of fun. I don’t know how hot the heater tube gets but might want to keep it away from the paint on your truck (if that is even an issue). That vent setup looks perfect.

  • @929cbr_rr
    @929cbr_rr Рік тому +1

    Rooftop looks like much fun ! And dinner looked really tasty. Yep, I'm sending some cooler weather your way. I'm 500 miles north of you, and it's forecast to drop to minus 10F saturday night. Hey you were suffering the heat last summer, just trying to help you out !

  • @kerkleblanc7690
    @kerkleblanc7690 Рік тому +2

    Work in progress. Outstanding, Thanks

  • @campingman2156
    @campingman2156 Рік тому +1

    Bro I’m totally digging this setup! So many pros to this. Doesn’t have back up blind spots ,full bed for gear and that view you get from up there,easy setup, looks better then a topper. I could go on and on lol

  • @navychhaingvoeun528
    @navychhaingvoeun528 Рік тому +1

    Hi Brian I live at Indiana we’re having a lot snow storm right now be safe stay healthy

  • @nn-yo2
    @nn-yo2 Рік тому +1

    When I'm not camping, I'm watching you camp. Good stuff man

  • @TheCopperVillageAngler
    @TheCopperVillageAngler Рік тому +1

    Thanks for taking us along! Look forward to the next trip. Stay warm! Stay safe!

  • @soniayoung7531
    @soniayoung7531 Рік тому +1

    Heyy Brian nice setup tranquil waters amazing scenery, you're like a kid in a candy store with the tent 😂 dinner looks yummy, hurry up and change the ladder to the side that looks dangerous coming down the back, stay safe stay warm

  • @williamsuttle3645
    @williamsuttle3645 Рік тому +1

    I have been wanting to go the Dempster hwy in Canada, that set up would be almost perfect.

  • @tommanning7337
    @tommanning7337 Рік тому +1

    That’s AWESOME!!!!!
    😎👍🏻👍🏻
    Yeah man, Snowmageddon hit here yesterday, sucks

  • @christianrodriguez7478
    @christianrodriguez7478 Рік тому +1

    Hey @Brianwatersoutdoors, greeting and blessing, that foldable charcoal chimney is awesome. Love the new set up.

  • @rerunplaya532
    @rerunplaya532 Рік тому +1

    That was the best ......clean cut conventional camping episode I've ever seen. Excellent job Brian❤😎👍.

  • @Rodneywoods-rm2kt
    @Rodneywoods-rm2kt Рік тому +1

    Set up looks great enjoyed The Video 👍

  • @TheTbyrd85
    @TheTbyrd85 Рік тому +1

    Awesome video looking forward to the next one 👍🏻

  • @AJHcampozioutdoors
    @AJHcampozioutdoors 11 місяців тому +1

    Great video. G'day from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @MrStichrunner
    @MrStichrunner Рік тому +1

    I have the top oak and i found that running the heater into the top of the front door and mostly into the sky light works well. Most of the air blows into the rain flap but creates a thermal barrier and the air still blows back into the tent. As the night got colder i would reach up and direct a little more air into the tent. By the end of the night it was blowing directly into the tent.

  • @jakemcclellan8399
    @jakemcclellan8399 Рік тому +1

    Another great video my friend. I hope you enjoy your new tent home. There will be things that you miss with your truck camper top and things you like better with your new tent. We will see when it is Raining in the morning and you are HUNGARY lol. Love your videos. Jake McClellan The Oregon Boy 👦

  • @csr9057
    @csr9057 Рік тому +1

    Great video! So much more fun than camping in the Texas heat. I really like the change of pace by using the rooftop tent.

  • @Chris000279
    @Chris000279 Рік тому

    Very relaxing video. Came across your videos in search of rooftop tent setups. I really like your rig. Enjoy your time outdoors.

  • @jimdaly5077
    @jimdaly5077 Рік тому +1

    Hi looks like you had an enjoyable trip, glad all the new bits and pieces worked out ok, all the best 👍🐝🌞

  • @matthewsoutdooradv
    @matthewsoutdooradv Рік тому +1

    Man that's a nice view up there. That tent worked out great. Awesome Video!!!

  • @vancamp402
    @vancamp402 Рік тому +1

    Good to see you getting out again! Looks like a solid set up. Very versatile.

  • @scooterhughes9118
    @scooterhughes9118 Рік тому +1

    Hey Brian! Good to see you back out there again. I like the setup you have there. Easy to set up and plenty of room. Glad the diesel heater worked out well. If you really want to put it to the test, take it out in the single digit temps we're going to get next week 😂 if you're brave enough. I'm not 😂. The good thing about the cold is you don't have to worry with the skeeters! Take care stay warm and have a great weekend!

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      lol! I’m planning on trying to take it out Sunday. We shall see though. Any precipitation though and I’m staying home. Would not be fun to get stuck out there with icy roads

  • @GooberTimeGuideService
    @GooberTimeGuideService Рік тому +1

    Awesome video the ss2 is great. I love mine. I bought a small 90 degree exhaust elbow and used that as my piping and put the muffler right on top of that and mounted it to the box. Much more compact than the exhaust pipe it comes with. Happy camping

  • @E6fireman237
    @E6fireman237 Рік тому +1

    Awesome setup looks like a blast looking forward to your future videos.

  • @lawdog516
    @lawdog516 Рік тому +1

    Real nice setup, looking forward to future vids, thanks Brian for sharing

  • @pamelaklemp5615
    @pamelaklemp5615 Рік тому +1

    ❤❤❤ the new Setup 🎉. You're gonna have a blast with it once the weather conditions are more cooperative. Downside to it is Miss Pig will probably not be scurrying up that latter anytime soon. Just now thought about her sweet face 😮. Oh well, adult time for Dad is good 👍 👌 😄. Pig and Pickles will have to do that RVING Thang 😅. Hugs.😊

  • @dirtroadsailing6418
    @dirtroadsailing6418 Рік тому +1

    I really like your setup, I think I would permanently put the ladder coming out the side so it didn't interfere with the tailgate. This video has me wanting one of those tents.

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      I’ll get the ladder mounts adjusted to do that. I don’t like it coming out the back either

  • @steveroberts9053
    @steveroberts9053 Рік тому

    Beautiful sky and shooting stars! Your meal looked delicious, something I’d like to try. Love the new setup, any chance you and Crazy will get together for winter camping?

  • @richardmaxey713
    @richardmaxey713 Рік тому

    Get well Soon...and like your setup...:)

  • @DV77737
    @DV77737 Рік тому +1

    Nice! Love the setup. Get an electric blanket, I used one for years in my rooftop tent 28-30 degree temps

  • @OKIEBABE2448
    @OKIEBABE2448 Рік тому +1

    Love Roaming Reckless shes awesome & with ur chicken get Beercan Chicken & Head Country Seasonings as well to go with ur Kicken Chicken

  • @kennethvalerio1294
    @kennethvalerio1294 Рік тому +1

    You can always get a inflatable pad also

  • @Iam1869
    @Iam1869 Рік тому +1

    If you plan on camping in sub freezing temps and your diesel heater is outside naturally you might want to consider some fuel anti gel...I drove large diesel trucks for 30 years and with such a small tank on the heater it wouldn't take much for the fuel to gel...thus eliminating your heat source...and I'm surprised after watching your gear and gadget review channel that you didn't have a leatherman to adjust the allen screws for the ladder lol...all is good...I watch Roaming Reckless as well and yes Ollipop is $2 a can at the local grocery...guess I'm going to have to try it...dig your videos and I'm sure you'll have this rig decked out for everything you need...stay warm...I'm in Missouri and currently -7 windchill

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      Thanks for the tip. I was preparing to use kerosene here in a few days for the frigid temps. Think that would work?

  • @retnav92
    @retnav92 Рік тому +1

    Good episode, and the Etsy device for the tent heater hose looks like a winner. I priced the various tire tables, and find them too pricey also. What I've bought is a tire step (roughly $60) to use for my Wave 2 and/or diesel heater. Did a test and a bungee cord holds the Wave 2 sufficiently enough on the tire step. Could also use a cam buckle strap.
    I think you previously mentioned getting an awning (180/270) in the the future. It'll increase your "living area", and provide shelter from rain/harsh sunshine.

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      So, I saw the side step, and will probably end up getting that instead of the table….or just build my own. And, I already have my awning, just a simple pull out and I’ll try to get that installed when the weather gets a little nicer.

    • @retnav92
      @retnav92 Рік тому

      @@BrianWatersOutdoors 👍

  • @arogers1897
    @arogers1897 Рік тому +1

    Cool. You could almost fish from inside the tent.

  • @RobertStroupe
    @RobertStroupe Рік тому +1

    I like the new camping set up. The only downside I see so far is when you were making your morning coffee and having to stand outside instead of being able to be in the camper shell. Just thinking about if it’s raining. Also I assume if it rains and the tent gets wet you will have to open it up inside your garage when you get home and let things dry out. Wondering if you set the ladder on the side you can set up a little tent shelter at the tailgate? I love the view from up in the tent. I realize it was your 1st trip and you have bugs to work out and maybe some modifications. Oh and the diesel heater set up is really nice! Thanks for taking us along. Be safe!

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      I “could” make coffee up in the tent, just didn’t think about bringing the supplies up there. And yes, I’d have to “air out” the tent at home if it did get rained on , so obviously pros and cons with this new setup.👍🏻

  • @WanderwithWill
    @WanderwithWill Рік тому +2

    Brian! I’ve been watching your videos for a long time, and this one was the BEST intro you’ve put together. Great editing! Awesome way to keep your audience engaged! This is going to ABSOLUTELY increase your watched hours.
    Also, I could tell you were losing your spark in the truck camper. It didn’t look like you were having as fun as when I originally started watching. But wow! This video, you were all smiles and you definitely got your spark back! So many new things to test and I’m so happy for you bro!
    Also, I just did a review on my channel for the Fire Maple Orange lantern. I love the ambiance and the light it puts out that the camera picks up. What a great episode… all the way around.
    How long did it take you to get everything out of the tent and get it completely squared away?

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Thanks buddy👍🏻 it took about 20 minutes this morning, but I had to keep going back into the truck to thaw out my hands. Definitely a lot slower in the dark in sub freezing temps compared to putting it up when I got there

    • @WanderwithWill
      @WanderwithWill Рік тому

      @@BrianWatersOutdoors I can imagine! I’m sure the more you do it, the quicker you’ll get. You’ll develop systems to make it easier.

  • @Timw927
    @Timw927 Рік тому +1

    Really digging the roof top tent. Have you given any thought to adding Molly panels to the sides of the rack to hold stuff? Might come in handy and keep you from having to climb in the bed for things.

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      I’ve thought about it, but in reality everything I need I can throw in my backseat or in the bed. 👍🏻

  • @warren6899
    @warren6899 Рік тому

    From South Africa Hi B, glad I snagged this one, your tent looks way cool.
    Care to give some specifications on the canvas ?
    Have to castigated you.... why no fishing practice ?
    Love to see pig & you co- existing in the tent 😂
    RGDS Warren

  • @clarencewiles963
    @clarencewiles963 Рік тому +1

    If you shorten the heater tube by setting in closer to the tent ⛺️ and wrapping the tube with a towel to prevent heat loss. It would be more efficient if it’s needed.

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Surprisingly that insulated hose worked pretty well. I could shorten it a few feet though.

  • @travwreck
    @travwreck Рік тому +1

    Nice build and very clean! My only question is how do you keep everything in your truck bed including the carpet in the truck bed dry?

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Thanks. The bedliner is not “carpet” and can get wet without any problems. It’s really just plastic fibers that look like carpet. In an emergency I could throw everything in the truck, or just wrap up in a tarp, or just not head out if it was a downpour👍🏻

  • @Shereejennifer
    @Shereejennifer Рік тому +1

    Wow Brian this is so creative. Stay warm this weekend. We are praying they don't shut the power off, although we are more prepared this time. BTW I love Maria and Blue. She is one brave soul up in Alaska right now. Sorry if I missed it but do you have a link for the diesel heater? Thanks so much.

    • @Shereejennifer
      @Shereejennifer Рік тому

      I found it on your list. 😊

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Sheree👍🏻 there is a link for the heater in the description😀

  • @joshkisch7232
    @joshkisch7232 Рік тому +1

    Maybe im.late to the party on this one but what happened to the donkeys and the busch. I did like the old truck cap as it was solid and probably held up to the elements better. The new one gets you higher up thats all i get from it

  • @3187rakkasan
    @3187rakkasan Рік тому +1

    Hey Brian (Dean here). That’s awesome. I was wondering…. Does that diesel heater stink inside the tent (like give you a headache from fumes)? Also, would be cool if they made a thermostat of some type that you could hang in the tent annd string down to the heater panel and, while you’re sleeping it kick off/on as needed. If there is no thermostat, you could just unzip a window and let some cool air in as needed and/or even bring a small fan just to help circulate a tiny bit of air (whether it be warm or cool air). I could tell at first you was hot when you first turned it on…but then came the cold! lol. Thanks for showing off your lighter! Hope it helps bring many warm nights, campfires and meals cooked! Be safe my friend and stay warm!

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Hi Dean👍🏻 so, the control panel on the heater is the thermostat. All I’d need to do is extend the wiring and throw that little control screen in the tent and that would help regulate the heat more. I’m just lazy😂

    • @3187rakkasan
      @3187rakkasan Рік тому

      Ahh ok. And does the heater vent/duct throw off diesel fumes in the tent while trying to sleep? (Not carbon monoxide… just stinky fumes)

  • @MasterLocdown
    @MasterLocdown Рік тому +1

    Instead of a tire table, try looking for tire step. That should be a lot cheaper

  • @jasonfillmore2991
    @jasonfillmore2991 Рік тому +1

    Awesome video next time take that charcoal and throw in the fire no need for kindling. 👍🏼

  • @jdscoco
    @jdscoco Рік тому +1

    Good on you. You have cut weight and looking good. Big transformation. Curious to the methods and reason why? I noticed no adult beverages...Maybe I missed prior videos explainging this, but please tell...Good stuff!

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      Thanks👍🏻 I’ve been exercising a lot (cycling about 20miles/day) and just eating better.

  • @clarencewiles963
    @clarencewiles963 Рік тому +1

    You’re into this for the meals and going to bed on a full belly 😊

  • @CaptainHowdy1977
    @CaptainHowdy1977 Рік тому +1

    I know your pain with side sleeping and a thin pad. Wake up feeling like someone hit you with a sledge hammer. Extra foam makes a huge difference

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      Yeah, looking forward to getting that pad installed. My hips were a bit sore

  • @esiebert7625
    @esiebert7625 Рік тому +2

    My SS2 arrives Wed. glad it’s working well for you. On the lowest setting how many watts was it pulling? Did that vent hose come with it? I didn’t see it in the product pictures. Do you have a link for the etsy vent? Cheers!

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Hey Eric, you’ll like this heater…. At least it worked well for me. I added the links to the insulated hose and the Etsy vent in the description now👍🏻

    • @esiebert7625
      @esiebert7625 Рік тому +1

      Thanks, just ordered the hose, was the bracket the 75mm?

  • @kdhartman44
    @kdhartman44 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for a very informative video! You made up my mind if I’d like one of those, NO! Factor in setting up in the rain, late night pee trips, climbing up and down would get old quick! Cooking when raining or super cold is done outside or up on your bed. Not to mention all the storage space you lost when selling your topper. Just not for me. If you like it is all that matters!!

  • @JonVicha
    @JonVicha 6 місяців тому +1

    Camp video Jim Ross ATL 😮

  • @sullhammer
    @sullhammer Рік тому +1

    Do you have any plan for the stuff in your truck bed if you encounter some rain?

  • @john-j7e7e
    @john-j7e7e Рік тому +1

    what is that portable grill you are using

  • @harleydave01
    @harleydave01 Рік тому +1

    Hey Brian, with the hose laying on or close to your truck does the heat from your heater get hot enough to mar the paint?

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      It looks like the hose is close, but in reality I have a good 6-8” of clearance between the hose and the truck. I could also set the heater a little further away to stretch out the hose even farther away from the truck if I needed

  • @daveparlante3713
    @daveparlante3713 11 місяців тому +1

    I know you've said this in other videos and I just don't remember what the answer was but may I ask what app you use to find your campsites? Thank you

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  11 місяців тому +1

      Hi Dave, I do t really use any specific app. Mainly google earth to just look around for camping areas.

    • @daveparlante3713
      @daveparlante3713 11 місяців тому

      @@BrianWatersOutdoors That's actually a great idea. Thanks. How are you liking that roctruk topper? I ordered one myself based on your decision (over the backflip). Should be here by Monday. Replacing my soft top since I wanted something more rigid and secure. Thanks again.

  • @overlandersnorthwest
    @overlandersnorthwest Рік тому

    Nice video. Have you had it in rain? Curious if you get leak. Someone had video on Naturnest RTT. And mention theirs leak. This one compares to it price wise.

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      Thanks. I have not had rain hit this yet so can’t comment yet on if it leaks

  • @msehruz7489
    @msehruz7489 Рік тому +1

    How did you use the Bluetti in freezing temps without damage to the battery?

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      It did just fine. Any colder and I’d probably put a blanket around it or put it in the back of my truck cab.

    • @MasterLocdown
      @MasterLocdown Рік тому

      Damage cones from charging in freezing weather, not from using it in freezing weather.

  • @Zederok
    @Zederok Рік тому

    Got a question for you Brian. Maybe I missed it in another video or this one but what do you use to protect your bed and items (especially your Bluetti) in it from the elements while you're camping?

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      I'm never far away from my truck, so i'm fine with leaving in the back on trips like these. If I were to venture far away i'd just put the bluetti in the back of the cab and lock it up. If I were some place more sketchy, obviously things would be a lot more different

    • @Zederok
      @Zederok Рік тому

      @@BrianWatersOutdoors While not quite what I meant but glad you described it anyway, what I meant was rain or other inclement weather getting in your tote and generator.

  • @anonymous_friend
    @anonymous_friend 11 місяців тому

    How many degrees did the heater warm up the tent? Did you figure out how much power was consumed?

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  11 місяців тому +1

      Heated it up more than I needed😂 was too hot when I first got in. It took off about 10% of my power station (2,000 watt hours)

  • @brianburgher9603
    @brianburgher9603 Рік тому +1

    Do you feel safe being up that high?

  • @DirtRoadReset
    @DirtRoadReset 11 місяців тому

    Mind me asking what camera you are using?

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  11 місяців тому +1

      I use a Nikon z6 on most of my videos. And a GoPro 10

  • @ryanlongino6505
    @ryanlongino6505 Рік тому +1

    👍👍

  • @mikeanslave1797
    @mikeanslave1797 Рік тому +1

    Maybe check out Baum outdoors he has a roof top tent maybe u could get some ideas from him.

  • @edwardfisher3972
    @edwardfisher3972 3 місяці тому

    Bring dummy lights but no tools??😂

  • @geneward2786
    @geneward2786 Рік тому +1

    What no Cocktails ? Might be a good idea until ya get use to being a tree dweller . lol

  • @JoshuaThomasVideos
    @JoshuaThomasVideos Рік тому +1

    start making youtube shorts and your channel will grow bigger and faster

  • @rwstarke
    @rwstarke Рік тому +1

    Another episode of Leave it to Cleaver ... Chicken & Taters

  • @KevinEng44
    @KevinEng44 Рік тому +1

    Thats the dumbest light ive ever seen. Gas for a candle light? Many other rechargeable latern alternatives out there for cheap

  • @seymourwrasse3321
    @seymourwrasse3321 Рік тому +1

    you look like you have lost weight, I hope everything is alright

    • @BrianWatersOutdoors
      @BrianWatersOutdoors  Рік тому

      Everything is good👍🏻 just a lot more exercise and eating better