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  • Опубліковано 25 гру 2024

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  • @ptwhd
    @ptwhd Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @thomasjrinnus9935
    @thomasjrinnus9935 Рік тому +5

    Understand going under a 13'6" bridge. I'm a truck driver out in the PA and NJ area, and those bridges are everywhere.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      It always gets us, Thomas. We know we're safe but...still...it's a little unsettling. Appreciate your comment. 😎

  • @rajurisaldar5492
    @rajurisaldar5492 Рік тому +1

    Very good video ❤

  • @barbarastegen2657
    @barbarastegen2657 Рік тому +3

    That was sad when you left the trailer there 😢.it was like hey you going to take too 😢😢

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      I know, Barbara. We felt the same way as we were leaving. It's great to know we'll be back though but sad (and exciting) to leave. LOL...lots of emotions going on! Thanks for the comment and watching the channel. Glad you're along on the journey. 😎😁

  • @dashhoundlover2837
    @dashhoundlover2837 Рік тому +2

    LOVE THE MUSIC 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Thank you. I really enjoyed these tracks for this video. They really seemed to flow with the scenes. Thanks for the comments. 😎😊

  • @danjohnson7767
    @danjohnson7767 Рік тому +2

    I saw a Spacecraft pulled by a HDT going west in Nebraska today. Have a good summer.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Hey Dan, there's a few of us out there. That may have been a friend of ours that we had lunch with the other day while we were at SpaceCraft. Thanks for the comment. 😎

  • @Banksplayz
    @Banksplayz Рік тому +1

    Another fun video. Thanks for the joy!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      You're very welcome. We're excited to start the trip up north. We have some very cool activities and routes planned. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😎

  • @StampsNLingers
    @StampsNLingers Рік тому +4

    Hate those little pods!! It must be a southern thing. We’re covered in them here in Ga!!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      Oh, man...the "pods" are my nemesis out here in the south. Didn't realize GA had them too! I feel for you! 😂

    • @StampsNLingers
      @StampsNLingers Рік тому +1

      @@bigtruckbigtravels Thanks! I hope you have a WONDERFUL time on your adventure to Alaska! Orion will be all spiffy and waiting for you when you come back. Great "boarding" situation you ended up with! Hugs!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      @StampsNLingers it worked out great and this summer will definitely be an adventure! Thanks.

  • @deanwoodard4830
    @deanwoodard4830 Рік тому +1

    Great show safe travels

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      Thanks, Dean. More to come. Appreciate your comment and watching the channel. Glad to have you along on the journey. 😊

  • @dashhoundlover2837
    @dashhoundlover2837 Рік тому +2

    BEAUTIFUL VIDEO BE SAFE BE BLESSED LOVE YOUR VIDEOS BEAUTIFUL RIG ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Thank you and hope you have safe travels in wherever you go. Glad you're along with us on the journey. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

  • @jeannealex2560
    @jeannealex2560 Рік тому +5

    Hi guys.👋..looking forward to seeing your trip videos...we know you're going to have fun...however please stay safe...thanks again ...J&A 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Hi J&A- We always try to stay safe...and so far, we have been successful! Yay! This summer will be fun for sure. We've already made a few changes to our plans which will be amazing if the weather and timing works out! Safe travels to you guys. Really appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

  • @waynehurlbut5388
    @waynehurlbut5388 Рік тому +1

    I am going to miss that rig.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Us too, Wayne. But we'll be reunited again in the fall. Appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching the channel. 😁

  • @simonmills9427
    @simonmills9427 Рік тому +1

    Pathfinder looks lost without Orion safe journey

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Pathfinder will be lonely this summer, Simon. Our daughter will take her out for a spin occasionally so she won't get "lazy". LOL. 🤣😂Appreciate your comment. Glad you're along with us on the journey. 😊

  • @edwardmcgowan5044
    @edwardmcgowan5044 Рік тому +3

    Safe travels to Alaska!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +2

      Thanks, Edward. It's going to be quite the adventure. Glad you're along with us on the journey. 😀

  • @jameswbarry9576
    @jameswbarry9576 Рік тому +1

    Ya Orion needs to relax and take it easy hard working camper is on vacation does space craft do a video on the work to keep you up to date take care happy camping

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Nice deserved break. No video... we like to be surprised 😮!

    • @jameswbarry9576
      @jameswbarry9576 Рік тому +1

      @bigtruckbigtravels ok I understand take care happy camping

  • @badgerpa9
    @badgerpa9 Рік тому +4

    If you need I would be happy to exercise Voyager for you some time. 😁 Hope your travel is without troubles. Stay safe and healthy.

  • @davidmara4149
    @davidmara4149 Рік тому +1

    Need a little information on Voyager’s hp. & transmission gear ratio as well as the drive rear end. We’re shopping for a great good Truck. Thanks
    Dave

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      OK, Dave, Voyager has 500 hp with a 12 speed iShift transmission. Our gear ratio on the drive is 2.64. Our transmission has 12th gear as overdrive and 11th is the direct drive. At 65 mph we're running about 1150 rpm's. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

  • @ariverstonesthrowaway
    @ariverstonesthrowaway Рік тому +9

    That is awesome that you can leave Orion at Spacecraft for that long a period - and will be great to get some work done so your all set for October! We have spent nights at a casino as well - but unfortunately it probably cost me more than if I had booked an RV Resort 🤣🤣 Safe travels!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +2

      It's very nice that they have the room to allow us to do that but they are also excited to have more time with Orion to work on a few items. LOL...understood about the casino costing more...we stayed at a Harvest Host that cost us way more than a campground...but our family got some good Christmas gifts! 🤔😁Thanks for the comment and watching the channel. 😊

  • @crissybutterworth292
    @crissybutterworth292 Рік тому +3

    I am commenting this at the beginning of the video lol. Omg your not stopping your videos are you, I am 36 from the UK. I love watching you this has become a new dream of mine because of you two. I love how your both funny and down to earth amazing content I even watch the project ones like the one where you made that mini water filter thing in the black box then you did a red one that was quieter lol well done on that it was cool. I also loved that you never gave up in getting into Mexico lol I love your home and all that you have done to it. To be honest with you it would be a very sad day if your videos ended I do love how you have named your vehicles me and Sondra have very similar interests it feels like the both of you are very similar to us hahaha its awesome. keep up the amazing work best channel love the comedy stay safe and blessed.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Thank you, Crissy. We really appreciate the comments. We're still rolling...just in a smaller rig for the summer. But the video's will still happen. Alaska should be amazing. Glad you're along with us on the journey. It will be fun. 😍😊

    • @josie5670
      @josie5670 Рік тому +1

      I’m glad I’m not the only UK viewer!
      Myself and my partner are planning to do this one day, luckily my partner is American so the big USA road trip isn’t too far a distant dream for me 💕

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      @josie5670 lots of fun. Sounds great that it's in your near term plans. 😀

  • @ABOE-2024
    @ABOE-2024 Рік тому +2

    I hope my wife and i can see your home at space craft. We are having the team build us our home. Flying out in 1 month. God bless and safe travels.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Good luck with the build. Orion is right next to Greg's office for the summer. Thanks for the comment. 😊Appreciate you watching the channel.

  • @glenn6567
    @glenn6567 Рік тому +2

    Looking forward to seeing video from your trip to Alaska. Should be lots of wildlife for Sondra's photo collection

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Oh man, Glenn. If she can keep it under 500 pics a day...then I'll consider it a win! 😎🤔😂🤣It will be a fun trip and I've already modified the plans to include (hopefully) a really cool route. 😊

  • @jamessteffey7146
    @jamessteffey7146 Рік тому +1

    Love seeing the caprock canyon shirt. That park is only 1 1/2 hours from me.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      Texas is a cool state, James. We have camped inside Palo Duro several times but never to Caprock Canyons so that was a must see for us on our last visit to the Amarillo area. Appreciate your comment and watching the channel. 😎

  • @downtownbrowne77
    @downtownbrowne77 Рік тому +5

    What are the things that you are getting done at Spacecraft? What made you switch to Spacecraft from your other 5th wheel? Safe travels!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +5

      A few things that SpaceCraft will address is our slide operation since we've had it break on us three times, our squeaky front door and a few cracked tiles to replace. We really enjoyed our first 5th wheel (DRV Houston) but we discovered over 3 years that we wanted to boondock more and thus add more water capacity and solar/batteries which the frame on the DRV would not be able to handle. Thus we went with SpaceCraft for the more robust construction. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😎😊

    • @brianb-p6586
      @brianb-p6586 Рік тому +3

      @@bigtruckbigtravels I always thought that tiles were ridiculous in an RV, and here we see one reason.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +3

      @brianb-p6586 yep, Brian. We were told it wouldn't be an issue but the trailer is a rolling earthquake, even with air suspension. There aren't many but a few to repair. It is nice to have heated floors though.

    • @brianb-p6586
      @brianb-p6586 Рік тому +3

      @@bigtruckbigtravels in-floor radiant heating can also be used with other flooring materials, particularly laminated wood and even vinyl (as long as surface temperature is limited to a suitable level).

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      @brianb-p6586 very true.

  • @justkiddin08
    @justkiddin08 Рік тому +2

    Have fun on your trip! I wish I was going back to visit my old Home Alaska! I miss that place so much! Love your channel!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      We are looking forward to it, Lavar. Glad you're along with us on the journey. 😀

  • @denniscopeland8816
    @denniscopeland8816 4 місяці тому +1

    Just viewed this one - very good. What brand of camera do you use to do your video work. Excellent work. Look forward to more !

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  4 місяці тому

      Thanks, Dennis. We use a GoPro Hero12 plus our phones, S21 & S20.

  • @rburoni
    @rburoni Рік тому +1

    Love your videos! My favorite channel!!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Thank you soooo much. We really appreciate that comment. It's our life on the road. No stick and brick just us and our RV hitting the road each week. Glad you're along with us on the journey. 😊

  • @bobmariano3731
    @bobmariano3731 Рік тому +1

    👍⚾️

  • @edwardashworth5195
    @edwardashworth5195 Рік тому +1

    Hope you will enjoy your trip I have done the trip over the top of the world twice now. Enjoy the scenery 🎉

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      TOW is very scenic for sure, Edward. We really enjoy the BLM campground not far out of Chicken. Probably the cleanest, freshest smelling pit toilets we have ever experienced! 🤣😂 We have some neat activities planned and really cool routes with our Class C. Appreciate you watching the channel.😊

    • @edwardashworth5195
      @edwardashworth5195 Рік тому +1

      @@bigtruckbigtravels You will pass us going up as we live in 100 mile house BC

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      @@edwardashworth5195 past Kamloops and north! How's the roads right now?

    • @edwardashworth5195
      @edwardashworth5195 Рік тому

      @@bigtruckbigtravels clear dry side roads still have snow was -10 last night still cold have safe trip

    • @edwardashworth5195
      @edwardashworth5195 Рік тому +1

      @@bigtruckbigtravels clear dry side roads still have snow was -10 last night still cold have safe trip

  • @akroadtripper6176
    @akroadtripper6176 Рік тому +1

    Well, I hope to meet the two of you while you’re in AK, we still have quite a bit of snow Still on the ground, hopefully it will be gone by the time you get here. We leave out on June 9th, if you are still here you can sure park at my place. Have a safe trip. Let me know how the roads are from destruction bay to Tok AK, that is usually where the frost heaving is the worst.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      Thanks, AK. We'll probably be through Destruction by May 5 or so. We'll let you know.

  • @SuiteTravels
    @SuiteTravels Рік тому +1

    I know you don't have roof a/c units, but we do. That 13'6" overpass would have damaged us I think 😁

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      It would be close for sure, Jim. We know we'll clear it, but man, it still gives us pause as we pass underneath. There are a few of those low clearances around Houston on I-10 as well that have a bit of a pucker factor. Appreciate your comment. 😊

  • @brianroth7852
    @brianroth7852 Рік тому +1

    Sondra we don't call it rain here in Oregon it's called liquid sunshine 😭🤣😂. This weekend will be sunny for two days then right back to the same stuff rain😠😤
    Been working on the back yard trying to get it ready for the sale. Still working on the kitchen inside. But making progress.
    Safe travels and roads Brian and Cindy, just got our new logo done for the business will PM you folks on Facebook.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      Hey Brian, we called it the same in Hawaii... but that's because it was raining and sunny at the same time! 😅😂 Appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching the channel. 😁

  • @dadbain
    @dadbain Рік тому +2

    Why didn't you take the big rig to Alaska?

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      We took it in 2017 and had a great trip. This year we wanted to explore a little deeper such as camping inside Denali NP and taking some routes we don't feel comfortable with in a bigger setup. Our Class C has 4wd so a little more comfort factor on some of the roads. We'll also be scouting out places and routes for a third trip with our big rig to Alaska. Thanks for the comment. 😊😎

    • @dadbain
      @dadbain Рік тому +1

      @@bigtruckbigtravels I live in Alberta Canada and worked in NWT, Yukon and Alaska. Though it's been a few years since I've retired and lived in Grande Prairie AB, so I'm familiar with that neck of the woods especially the winter season. 😱🥶
      That Jeep makes a lot more sense than a smart car. Bon voyage!

  • @donwat91
    @donwat91 Рік тому +1

    I thought I saw ORION on the piggyback train , begging not to be left behind for ALASKA . Let's see if it turns around and goes back to SPACECRAFT for repairs that's needed.

  • @marshabrown898
    @marshabrown898 Рік тому +1

    Do both of you drive the RV's?

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Great question, Marsha. We both drive the RV. In Alaska, I do all the driving because Sondra has her finger on the trigger...the camera trigger! But she has no problems driving either one and frequently does so.

  • @lindawalker404
    @lindawalker404 Рік тому +1

    You are sad to leave your home but just think that your getting closer to Alaska. You will have fun figuring out Curiosity. Right? Orion is in good hands and Voyager too. Where is your little car can't remember it's name. I am presently in a lot of pain . JUSTgot home from my mammograpy legs are contacting and cramping. In my case if l had to leave my home l think l would be in shock. Home is important l finally have my place well fited with a special bench that fits in the bathtub stell bars on the walls for security. I love my place nothing grand but fixed out for me l thank God every day . I do understand that you are sad but hey you are going on a great voyage. Be safe and be thrilled GodBless Linda wish l were with you guys but l am thru UA-cam.

    • @lindawalker404
      @lindawalker404 Рік тому +1

      I meant bless you then signed off with my name Linda lol.😮😊

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      Our Smart is named Pathfinder, Linda. Hope you begin to feel better. It's fun to figure out the new RV and how we can camp efficiently. This summer will be fun. Glad you're along on the journey. 😊

  • @flybyairplane3528
    @flybyairplane3528 Рік тому +1

    BTBT,HLLO,DAVID,AND SONDRA,SO I SEE THE PLANS,are in place ,for your ALASKA TRIP,but,what will,you be towing? , TAKE CARE happy trails

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      Hey FlyBy- The plans are in place but we're constantly modifying them. It will be fun this summer. We're taking the Class C (Curiosity) and flat towing the Jeep (Artemis) as our daily driver. Woohoo! Thanks for the comments and excited that you're along with us on the journey. 😎

  • @jeffm7317
    @jeffm7317 4 місяці тому +1

    There's no way you left the milk in the fridge.

  • @lcswartz49
    @lcswartz49 Рік тому +1

    We’re would I get a truck radio

  • @josephalberta1145
    @josephalberta1145 Рік тому +1

    Why have two RVs? You could take Orion and Voyageur to Alaska.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      We have been to Alaska with our big rig setup (different 44 foot trailer) in 2017 and loved it but this trip we want to experience some areas that we couldn't get to with our big rig such as camping inside Denali NP and driving up to Prudhoe Bay on the Dalton (Haul road). We're also using this trip in the smaller Class C to scout out locations and routes for a third Alaska trip in the future where we will take our big rig. Appreciate your comment. 😊😎

  • @scottmulrooney8483
    @scottmulrooney8483 Рік тому +2

    Why did you guys slim your videos down to 15 minutes? Don't really care for the shortend format, enjoyed the thirty mins or longer ones better. Have a safe journey to Alaska guys!

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the comment, Scott. We really don't try to hit a certain length for the video's. The final cut is really just more about what we did for that week (usually covers about a week). Sondra likes the longer format as well so we'll address the length 🤔😁Really appreciate you watching the channel. This summer will be packed with activities as we travel Alaska. 😎

  • @6582rg
    @6582rg Рік тому +1

    Seems ridiculous to have to leave your rig for 6 months. Must be a lemon.

    • @bigtruckbigtravels
      @bigtruckbigtravels  Рік тому

      We'll miss our home but will enjoy the summer travels in our "vacation camper". Home will be ready to go in October when we return to the lower 48. Thanks for watching the channel. 😁