Hooking up an Airstream Basecamp: How to Hitch a RV Trailer as a Solo Female
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- Опубліковано 30 лип 2024
- Hooking an RV travel trailer up is simple and easy to do, even as a solo traveler! Check out this video to see how a solo female traveler shows us the process of hooking up an Airstream Basecamp to a Toyota 4Runner.
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00:00-00:29 Intro
00:30-00:56 Reposition the Truck
00:57-17:34 The Process
17:35-17:53 The outro
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From someone who is interested in this lifestyle but currently has no RV experience, these types of videos are extremely helpful to understand how things work. So many little tidbits of information that RVers take for granted that I would not have thought of...
Thanks Cass for posting another good video.
(Unsolicited idea for a future video...show the simple act of getting gas...how to position the rig, where to go, navigating through small gas stations,etc. This makes me nervous thinking about doing this for the first time)
Great video idea Drew! That's one of those items I think about every time I drive into a gas station, but never thought of filming. It's also a lot easier for a small RV like myself to navigate than a larger rig.
Tip at 7:32 - take out one of your license plate screws and replace it with an eye-bolt screw. Then attach your trailer's e-brake to it.
Really good tip, thanks you!
I'm going to use that idea, Brian. Thanks!
Good ideal but her tag is to far away.
@@gldsmith61 I suggest people use the rear license plate. (slow wink)
You have some of the best videos! Being a single lady myself, this gives me the confidence I could live this lifestyle. Keep creating videos! Thanks!
Thank you! Will do!
I’ve always been intimidated by this kind of stuff. You make it look easy!
It's much easier than it seems!
I’m not a handyman or mechanically inclined. I suffer from anxiety when things don’t work or need repair. Is this airstream model as simple to operate and maintain as your video illustrates? Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
awesome info!!! .... when we turn off our propane, i go inside and turn a burner on and burn what is left inside the lines.... just in case...
thanks for your videos, i love your pets!!!
That's a great tip! Thanks for watching!
Pure logic in your departure preps. Good job!!
I appreciate that!
I loved the video. You explained it so well. Thank you! Loving your channel.
Thank you so much! Glad you are enjoying it!
Soooo very fascinating! What a WONDERFUL lifestyle! Thank you for posting/sharing! (Dave from CT.)
My pleasure! Thanks for commenting Dave!
Very well done and exactly what I was looking for to learn how to connect basecamp to car. Thank you and I love your animal companions:)
Awesome, thank you! Glad it was helpful!
+10 for the Arrow Backstop :) Great overview thanks
Good eye for catching that!
Hi Cass! You hook up the Base Camp very well. I learn and enjoy your videos so much. Huge thumbs up! 😃👍
Thank you so much 🤗 Ron!
BEST video explanation ever - thank you (been watching these for years too)
You are very welcome! Appreciate you checking out several of my videos!
Hi Cass - great segment! I’m considering getting my own camper and I’m learning so much about the lifestyle from your videos. Your pets are great, I love that Napoleon talks to you!
Glad it was helpful! And yes, Napoleon is quite the vocal cat!
Those are very wise instructions, very similar to the procedures i use when hooking up my excella 1000, nice video !
Great to hear! Thanks for checking out the video Steven!
The best new RV channel!
Aw thanks Scott!
Just discovered your videos on UA-cam. Its amazing how Jasper & Napoleon get on so well & enjoy travelling with you on your adventures. You can tell they both really adore you & each other. Great videos to watch from the UK, what a way to travel & have adventures.
Thank you Jason! I definitely lucked out that they get along so well.
Great video Cass! Love the walkthrough of all the steps you take to hitch-up your basecamp. For a non-RV’er like myself, it’s just fascinating to see this. Certainly not as simple as one would think.
Glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you watching!
thank you for the detailed hook-up process! Will keep this in mind when we get our AS soon!
Glad it was helpful! Congrats on the future AS!
Great Video Cass. Much appreciated. We have a 20X, I've been staying in it since the day we got it in October. Moving it this next week and this is good help and plenty of tips.
That is awesome! Congrats on the 20X!
Perfect, just what we all needed to confirm....you make it so simple! And what a good boy Jasper is.....
Glad it helped! Thanks for commenting!
Thank you soo much! I am getting a 16x in the next month or so and I am excited but nervous. Your videos are all great and I learn something from each one, but this one was critical! I know they’ll show us when we pick it up but now I can watch this over and over. You are my hero!
Aw thank you! Congrats on the future Basecamp! Excited for you, and hopefully see you on the road someday!
ohh hey Cass, I just watched that part again...... You have it in a great spot already..... nothing needs to change.... The safety chain location is perfect.
Thanks Dwight!
This is an awesome video for a single person OR couples who are new to RV's - the best thing is the info about traveling with pets! That's the biggest variable my wife and I are trying to account for especially for longer term trips! Love this channel also as your TV is a 4Runner TRD ORP, same as ours!
Thank you very much Mark! Appreciate you checking out the video!
Very informative with an added layer of "risk management" to help those consider the underlying liabilities that could arise from a variety of perspectives. Gives people the confidence they need to enjoy their vehicles, while reducing the chance of something going wrong. Thank you!!!!
Absolutely! Glad you found it helpful! Appreciate you watching!
Nicely done video, clear, concise and straight forward. You covered the safety aspects of the hook up very well. Thank you!
Thank you so much! Appreciate you checking out the video!
Man, you’ve got the best setup, guard dog and all👍❤️👍
Thanks!
Really enjoyed the video. you are very inspiring with your confident and knowledgeable presentation. I never thought I would like camping with a trailer, but seeing your videos. its making me reconsider. Take care. All the best from Canada.
Thank you very much, really glad you find the videos helpful!
Hey Cass! I see by that target you been practicing with your bow! Cool! Maybe in your next video, you can throw some of that in there! Great video as always and stay safe!
Good idea! Although still haven't hit the bulls eye yet :). Thanks for checking out the video Scott!
Really enjoying catching up on your videos after finding your site a few days ago. Great info for everyone with a trailer. You are direct and straight forward with information which makes your content easy and rewarding to follow. I have a small hard sided pop up trailer and go through the same routine but do use a checklist as I've found even after years of doing this once in awhile I forget to do something. One thing I would recommend is a lock for your trailer hitch. I've talked to too many campers who have had their trailer hitch removed while at a trail head, or just out and about, leaving them unable to hook their trailer back up. It's unfortunate but it does happen.
Thank you for watching and thank you for that tip! I haven't heard of those being stolen before, so I'm glad you mentioned it.
Hello Cass very thorough, I've forgot my chocks at campsite before,thank you shut off propane,love your setup and take down
Thanks for watching Jeff! I'm always worried I'm going to leave those chocks or blocks behind!
Great info today. Lots of opportunity to make serious mistakes when hooking up and this was a solid walk through on how it should be done. Good call letting the Dewalt do the work to raise the rear jacks too. The Basecamp is just awesome and I get the itch to go check one out every time you post! Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment Shane!
I just found your UA-cam channel yesterday and I have learned so much from you. It’s nice finding another female who travels alone, which I plan to do in the near future. Thank you so much for sharing all of your experiences.
Awesome! Thank you! Really glad the videos are helpful!
Thank you for sharing so happy to see how aware you were of where Jasper was at all times some humans aren’t and bad things happen stay safe cheers from Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
Appreciate the comment Barry! Enjoy the summertime in Australia!
very helpful..thank you for all this information. I learned a lot!
You are welcome, very glad it was helpful!
Excellent info. Happy and safe travel for you and your companions.
Thank you!
Great video. You’re very organized and this was really helpful
Really glad to hear it Donald, thank you!
Wow. Uninitiated here but that was really good. Another thumbs up for yous!
Thank you kindly!
YOu are such a good fur mumma. & I love you for that. Thank you for showing everything. I really needed to learn that.
I'm so glad you found it helpful!
Great video skills ! Your travel experience shows :) as you double check the important stuff
That is really great to hear, thank you. Appreciate you watching!
Buying a 2018 today! Super excited and you have totally inspired me with your videos!!! Thank you for taking the time to be so detailed. I really appreciate the info;)
Anytime! Thank you so much for watching, Stacey.
I’m not a camper or RVer, maybe someday, but I loved this video! Super impressed with your organization and system for doing all this safely and smart. Super nice rig too!!
Really appreciate that Kevin! Thanks for checking out the video!
This is super helpful!! Great video! One thing I would do is make a checklist...like a pilot would have. You may feel like you know the routine, but confirming with a checklist is always a good idea.
That's a great idea! It's very easy to miss something along the way.
Glad to see your pretty self safe and happy....wishing one day to meet you and Jasper! Would love to hear your travel stories!
Thanks Rene!
@@TailsofWanderlust Good morning pretty lady! Have a great week of adventure! Give Jasper a big hug for me!
Love this very informative, thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for doing this video. We have a 2018 Basecamp that we have travelled with for two years and almost 20,000 miles and I actually learned something new that I didn't know. Please do more videos!
Really glad to hear that Matt! I'll definitely work on some more. Safe travels with your BC!
I am so amazed that you can travel with Napoleon. My Scout would be scratching my eyes out. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
He's adapted well over the years thankfully. Thanks for watching!
Haha. I really miss doing my final 360 on the Airstream hook up before departure. Touch everything, verbalize it and that way you know you haven't overlooked anything. Solid video round up !
Thank you!
Just bought a 2018 Basecamp and we are very excited! Thank you Cass for the great videos. They have been a big part of the decision to make the purchase. Love your sincerity. Don’t change! We are also animal people so we will be taking our dogs with us on the adventures ahead.
Congrats on the new Basecamp! I wish you amazing future adventures in it, and maybe see you down the road someday!
I am late commenting, but this was excellent! I have solo rvd in a 33 foot motorhome, towing my Jeep Wrangler (4 down) for almost 16 years ... some full time, some shorter from overnight to 7 months ... 44K miles over those 16 years. Even with all that, I have a "pre-roll checklist" on my visor. I review it before I roll - ALWAYS! I have a set order and routine, but safety for me (pets) and others on the road is so important. Enough about me ... this video was very helpful as I am considering changing to truck/SUV and trailer ... looking at Basecamp and ??? I have wondered about the hookup process and this answered so many questions. Thank you for taking the time for a detailed video with great camera shots. AND ... love Jasper and Napoleon :)
Hi Liz! Sounds like you have enjoyed some amazing travels. Really glad you found the video helpful!
This was a GREAT video. The more I watch your videos, the more I think, "Hey, Cat, you really can do this!!!!"! Thank you so much. You continue to take the "scary" out of this for me! I'd be very interested to see how you level the BC when you get to a spot!
You can definitely do it! So glad you are finding the videos helpful. I'll work on a video on leveling the RV next time I pull into a spot!
2nd a leveling video as I currently have auto-leveling jacks so zero block leveling experience.
I remember when I first came upon your site on youtube, Your site name, "Tails of Wanderlust'"is the title of a documentary released in the summer of 2006, "Wanderlust" about how the Americans on the road affect us all. Thanks for the detailed direction to safer traveling.
Interesting I'll have to go find that. Thanks for watching!
Very thorough. Safe travels!
Thank you!
I would highly recommend replacing that red curly line for the electric brakes. The idea is for the cable to pull the key out to activate the brakes. If its to long, the brakes never apply and then when you hit the brakes, you get rear-ended by your own trailer.
Make the cable a inch or two, shorter than the chains.
Stay safe🙂👍
Thanks for the info! The 7-way does hook up the electric brakes as well as electrical to the 4Runner, so it does have separate trailer brakes.
I just bought a small travel trailer and plan to take it out on short trips near home for the first few times. I have owned travel trailers before (stationary) so I understand all of that but towing is very new for me. My plan is to get comfortable with towing and then head out full time. I have watched this video several times to drill it into my head. I have fear of the unknown so I'm very happy there are people out there like you to relieve my anxiety a little. Thank you!
Really glad to hear the videos are helping! New things and change intimidate me as well, but once I push myself past that I tend to find amazing new places and experiences. I'm having the same debate right now, whether the next spot I head to is a place I've been or someplace new I've been wanting to check out. In the end, you can do it!
Thank you fir this video. I will seriously go back and watch this video, frame by frame 😳, when I get my own Base Camp. My tow vehicle will be a 2006 Land Cruiser
Sounds like a great tow vehicle. Enjoy your future Basecamp!
I used weight distributing hitch which is a bit harder to hook up. You need the electric raiser. But they prevent the dreaded trailer left and right swirl from different road situations. Once the swirl starts, you have a big problem very quickly.
Glad I found this channel. Have been looking for youtube channel's about camping/traveling with dogs/pets. Nice content. Impressive how many views/subscribers/ you have in only a year. Great job !
Thank you so much!! I was absolutely amazed by how fast our UA-cam grew. Really appreciate you checking out the videos!
@@TailsofWanderlust You must have the secret sauce. I'm working hard on getting subscribers. It's hard work !!
WATCHING SOME OF YOUR VIDIOS, YOU HAVE GOT IT TOGETHER.
Appreciate that!
You rock woman! Thanks for all the videos
Thank you so much Linda! Appreciate you checking out the videos!
Thanks so much for this. My current retirement plan is to get a tiny RV and travel. As a solo woman, hitching up is a big worry but you made it look doable. Enjoy!
You can definitely do it! Thanks for watching!
Really informative..great clip! 🙂
Thank you!
Great work Cass. Borders have opened up so planning my trips once we get through Christmas and the New Year
Sounds great! Excited to hear where your travels take you!
@@TailsofWanderlust Thanks. I tagged you an Instagram post showing a couple of photos of a small day trip done yesterday
@@Maison.Blanc7 I didn't see that tag come through. I'll go back and check!
@@TailsofWanderlust Just sent the post to you 👍
Wow , .... For ur adventure , jasper and napoleon no skip ads , goodluck
Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much!! I really liked the detail. I am trying to decide whether to tow with a 4Runner or a Sequoia.
Glad it was helpful!
Tacoma is a good option?
I glad you're not using a drill bit, that's hex nut. You make holes with drill bits. Now I'm leaning more to the Basecamp more than the Casita or the scamp. Thank you
That was most helpful. I've been eyeing Airstream trailers for a long time and thought maybe a basecamp would be my first intro to hauling a trailer.
Breaking down looks easy enough. Still does take some practice to get it down to a smooth routine.
Nothing like living free in open space with our beloved furry friends.
Thank you for ur video. 👍🏽
Glad it was helpful! Appreciate you checking the video out, and good luck on your Airstream search!
@@donsmith2374 My research showed that Airstream are quality build with style when I was looking into trailer living.
Need-to-know things...thank you, Llewellyn.
Thanks for watching!
Great videos, you have a lot of knowledge! Just waiting to see you doing some cooking. Thanks!
I have one cooking video so far, but will definitely do some more. Thanks for watching!
Wow! You Did it Great Job For Truck Camper
Thank you!
Entertaining as usual 😊
Glad you enjoyed!
I've never towed before but I'm thinking about getting an off road teardrop trailer to go behind my Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk. This video was very informative and easy to follow. Thanks.
Really glad it was helpful. Thanks for commenting!
I have one too. V6. I think with a good wd hitch we'd be okay towing a basecamp 20x, somewhere around 4000 or 4500 wet. She tows the 16ft and her 4runner tows 5000 max. But what do you think about the crappy tongue weight of the trailhawk jgc? It's only 350. That's why you need to pay more for special hitches, wd and antisway, I think.
Great info. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 😀
My pleasure! Appreciate you checking out the video!
Love your videos, Cass! Very jeolous of your lifestyle. Maybe one day.
Thanks Mickey! Hopefully someday!
That dirt dust inside the car 🥰 I wish I had that . AWSOME on chains I tell ALOT of people to cross them they Chrugg me off and tell me it won’t happen 😒 love the set up love the vid living the dream
So glad you appreciate the dirt in the car!
Oh man, wonderful to watch a technically selfsufficient woman. You are just bursting with confidence and routine and that charming "lets get things done" attitude. Smart and also entertaining to watch. Thumbs up, good on ya, keep on rocking 🤘👍
Wow, thank you, really appreciate the comment!
Great job explaining.
Thanks!
Love this! I'm thinking of buying a Basecamp and I was wondering how easy/hard it would be to attach and unattach from my suv by myself. Looks pretty easy!! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Like your Video but like to make a suggestion that I found helpful. My jack is a little different that yours it had the handle on top so I took the handle off and put u joint from a socket set on then I’m able to use my drill w/adapter to raise and lower my jack. Keep up the good work! Keep up the good work!
Love that idea! Thank you Dave. I'll have to look into that as it would make it much easier.
Hi, I just bought a 2022 BC 16x and I am learning alot from you from your videos. Thanks
Great to hear!
I loved this video. Thank you
Glad to hear it, thanks Brian!
You and Jasper just did more work in the video than I'll do all day. haha. On that emergency breakaway cable, is there a longer one available? Looks like you have a tow hook mount point for it right next to the plug for the trailer. It would probably be too tight using it as is I'm guessing. Just a little dust on the dash... "well used"...haha. Great job done by Jasper the supervisor!!
Funny, I've never even noticed the tow hook mount before. I'll check it out tomorrow. They do make longer brake cables. And yes, that truck is dirty!
Thanks.Very helpful 😍
You're welcome!
Love your Supervisor!!
Haha thanks Beverly!
Very detailed and interesting, thanks.
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!
Looking forward to seeing the new winter camp, warmer climate I’m betting. I dream of the life your living. Safe travels
Thanks Jason! We'll see what this year brings - kind of hoping for some snow!
Oh no snow, 29 degrees here in STL. Hope you passed back through on your way to warmer temps by now
@@jasonswisher7113 Thankfully made it back safely, although I'm in CO so still quite cold!
Watching this video reminds me why I always stay at a site at least 2 nights. I’ve stayed for one night and I just leave everything hooked up. Pulled a Lance with a Tundra for years. 👍🏻
That's a great setup you had! And I'm there with you. I stay hooked up for short stays as it is just so much easier.
Tails of Wanderlust Yep unfortunately due to life we had to sell it....for $4000 less than we paid for it so well worth it for the 3 years we had it. 👍🏻
I'm enjoying the videos, thanks for sharing ! New sub !
Thank you for subbing!
You are so smart to open the window of the truck when you have it running. 🙂Locksmith.
Haha, good eye! I was a valet for 3 years so it is pure habit now.
I am retired military....OUTSTANDING attention to detail & instructional videos....Keep up the outstanding videos
Thanks, will do!
Suggestion on your 7 pin connector, I would squeeze dielectric white grease into each hole male end and female end. Will prevent rust from forming and last a lot longer I would redo this probably every 6 months or even 4 months as much as you us ,,,,great video
Great tip, thank you!
I've been worried for the whole video that you gonna forgot the dog's cot, until 16:24 you picked it up. LOL
Haha glad there was some suspense built in! Thanks for checking out the video.
Great video!
Thanks!
Also recommend checking trailer tail lights and turn signals before rolling.
That is a really great item to add, thanks!
Good tips thanks for sharing 👍
You bet! Thanks for watching!
Just a suggestion and maybe you tried it, but there are cargo nets in all sizes which you could use on those upper racks so you don’t have to empty them all the time. I have used them on canoes and kayaks as well as ATVs. But another good video.
Great suggestion Wally! I'd be nervous to do that, as I've seen other Basecamp owners who have had their cargo nets snap during travel from weight. Although, that netting would help keep the towels up there!
Love your vids. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
wow it's really cool and everything is safe on the way, ok take care ✋✋😊
Thank you for watching!
Love your channel.
Thank you!
Thank you! So helpful!
Glad you enjoyed it!
This is so cool you are so organized and have it together and I love you take your family members with you! PS do you have a check list like a pilot?
Thanks for the comment Mike! I actually don't have a checklist. I usually walk around 2-3 times just to double check everything.
@@TailsofWanderlust That's great!