I live in Hawaii. I vacation in the mainland while pandemic is going on in places like Oregon Coast. For your watchers that think you can have a RV. In Hawaii that’s a no. My leisure travel is kept in Reno because have family with free parking. Since it is a B+ 24 foot watching videos like yours gives me ideas. Thanks
Yes Tim. I am with you on Black Butte Porter. I love a dark beer like a porter a stout or a Bach. Looks like you’re a fan of that type of brew too. Thanks for watching and taking time to come answer sir.
Whoa!! So excited for you David. Tough decision? Thx for taking time to comment! Would be an honor to have you a part of our success as a Subscriber, if not already.
@@gosmall.livelarge Not a tough decision. I was looking for the perfect rig to drive to Alaska from Texas. The Revel was the best option, and when they announced the 2021 would come with LiOn batteries, I was sold.
Great suggestion Karen. Thanks for commenting and for watching. I do have to check out some of the core of engineer sites. Other our beers and viewers have mentioned that before. I just haven’t done the homework to seek out those sites yet. Let me know if you have any specifics on that want to look them up.
Bwah ha ha - you saying "Hey Siri" triggered our Homepod. It heard you ask what the temp is and it answered, "It's about 84 degrees outside." Kinda freaked me out until I realized what had just happened. See, Scott - your presence extends beyond your channel! :-)
I agree with the comment about how this works great if no neighbor and also of you are camping with a buddy. I’d check if there was going to be someone so you will know when or if you’ll need to turn around. I would have thought the one beside it would be best until you pointed out the lights at night. Good video.
Bring a can of Lysol and some puppy pads to put on that bench. The bench is a shower chair for handicapped people and is meant for them them to sit on in the shower. He just put his bag where someone sat naked. 🦠 germs. Be careful using flip flops in the shower they slip on the floors pretty easy a wooded folding mat might be better for some of you who mobility challenged. Don’t forget to stay the shower head and nobs with Lysol and wait a few minutes to let it dry and kill the germs.🤗 happy camping ⛺️
A continental divide is a drainage divide on a continent such that the drainage basin on one side of the divide feeds into one ocean or sea, and the basin on the other side either feeds into a different ocean or sea, or else is endorheic, not connected to the open sea.
Not agreeing with being disruptive and not backing in when you paid for a back in site just because it’s better for you. That’s not being a good camper. If that’s how you roll thats fine but please don’t encourage others to do the same. Please encourage newbies to be good neighbors so all of us have a good camping experience. Otherwise good content. Keep them coming. A new subscriber from NJ.
Good neighbors first. As you know, here we Learn. We Share. You decide what is best for you and your current conditions. Thx for taking time to comment! Please consider becoming a Subscriber, if not already. Would be an honor to have you a part of our success!
Great question that will be answered fully on my van life UA-cam live show what’s up Wednesday tonight at 6 PM central. Bottom line is the best practice is to have the tank nearly full and then empty so that all of the pressure evacuate the tank quickly and thoroughly. Anything anything less than a half could leave stuff left in the tank because not enough pressure to evacuate quickly. That has been my experience
Go Small. Live Large! It has been a lot of fun. You were my inspiration to buying a travato and I love it. Thanks for what you do. Keep up the good job.
I notice you did not have a surge protector coming from your poll. I wouldn't put up dog bone into the surge protector then in to your electrical cord.
Sorry auto text took over that comment! I meant to say I would put a surge protector from the dog bone from the pole then surge protector to the van. I have a 22' van and I run into electric boxes all the time that have reverse polarity. So surge protectors are a good idea. Love your videos !
So I think that you would have changed the orientation of the van if someone else had parked next to you but the video really wasn't clear on that and left a decent impression that it should be up to you to decide. It would be very unneighborly to not change if someone else arrived.
Hi Cathryn. You are exactly right. I didn’t comment out specifically in the video but I would re-orient the rig. I did state that if somebody arrive the story would change I just didn’t Collin out specifically. Thank you for bringing that to everybody’s attention. We learn we share you decide what’s best for you. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment appreciate it
You are also annoying the camp host who is responsible for making sure campers stay per the guidelines. Even if they don’t say anything you are not being kind to them. Only making their jobs harder. And what if you’re not around when someone moves in? Just not cool.
Scott have you considered adding more info about the K model to go along with your excellent G model info? We bought a one year old K that was barely used and garage kept. We love it but are a little surprised at how many small issues they can have. If you ever consider a video about solving small issues I can start you out with at least 10 items to address. Have you met other Travatos on the road and picked up their stories? Also I have been researching Travato message boards and they are totally lame. Can you start one? Even the Winne Owner site if you search Travato you get around 80 results only and most are not even Travato related. Your channel is number one on the Travato and really factory built van life in general. Thank you for what you do. David and Katie Portland, Oregon
Hello toy car collection. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. You asked a good question about the van key floor plan. I know my floor plan the G vest but we are preparing some additional information on the K floor plan in particular stay tune for that. Congratulations on your purchase of a Travato OK. Really excited for your journey.
CHeck out 30 and a wake up and the fit RV. Both have good videos on the 59kl national park edition. I am drawn to the K floor plan also mostly because of the bed length and the panoramic view with all the windows.
Do you run your roof ac and refrigerator while driving? Have you had any issues with heat inside your Van during this hot summer? When you turn on the ac do you unplug the 10 amp service and use batteries? How long does your battery last with refrigerator and ac running?
Hi Claude. Good questions. In my near 2 years of ownership I have turned the fridge off 4 times maybe. 3 for having to get on an airplane trips and once while getting clynider head replaced. Basically never turn fridge off. Runs like a champ. In the heat I run the rooftop AC when I am driving to keep the cabin cool. Issues with summer head can be somewhat avoided by staying out of sunlight and in the shade. With my Volta system I run the rooftop AC as needed whether or not I’m plugged into shore power. That is the beauty of the Volta system... 30 AMPs at full power wherever I am.
Hi Scott, I love the content. I am from India and would love to travel the US in a RV, could you make a video about RV’s available for rent and accepting people from other countries along with the licensing needed..
I am in a similar situation with my spouse not being as enthusiastic about travel as I am. We currently have a small travel trailer and take mostly short trips. I occasionally will take longer trips by myself (Rocco my dog also) or my wife will bring the car separately and go home after a few days. I am getting tired of the work and limitations of a trailer and thinking about a van to travel more freely and be more mobile. Your insights and advice are excellent. Keep up the good work.
Thank you for your nice comments. Boston! Eager to get into the north east in the RV. I have not been there yet. Thanks for watching and taking time to post a comment. I appreciate that
Hey, Scott. If you carry a small tent, could you have what you need and be able to stay in a tent site? Is there water and electricity? Does it cost less?
If the shore power is available I plug in. that said, some nights rolling into a site I can show off, or the weather is bad, i leave it unplugged. But generally if I need high electrical needs and have shore power next to the van I plug in
Great tip and great way to access national parks. Have you been able to make same day reservation on that app/site. I haven't been that successful with same day.
Than van has been quite reliable, Mr Q. Though I have had more trouble with it than I have with the Winnebago and Volta systems. Thx for watching the video, for being a subscriber to GSLL, and for taking time to comment
Very nice video! KOAs look like they are nice parks. We have one here in Las Vegas and it’s nice and quiet. I used to live next door to it. Sometimes I heard people talking but not much. When I lived next door to it it was $16.00 a night but that was a while ago. The scenery looks beautiful there. Hope to see you in next video. Your Winnebago looks nice. See you and stay safe. Sherri
TRUTH!! RV parks are a Necessary part of full- or part-time lifestyle. Do what is best for you as you roll though the week. Thanks for watching and commenting ME
Yes, if a neighbor moved in or I was asked to back in by the RV park staff I would do that to be a good citizen. Common sense prevails! Thanks for.commenting
There are things that a business should have on their daily checklist, especially if they're using something to promote their business. Whether the owners of the campground have any IT knowledge or not should not deter someone from walking the grounds during their daily inspections and, using an app on a smartphone, check the wifi services. Moreover, somebody needs to install a lock-on clip onto the circuit breaker which controls the wifi tower devices. The device does not prevent the circuit from tripping when needed, just keeps someone from moving the switch to OFF unintentionally. We have a few installed to prevent the fire alarm system, controlled door access system, etc. They meet fire code requirements.
Truth.. have you read the book the E Myth. Talks about the power of process and checklists, which is the basis of a franchise. Checklists and process become the business that you sell not your individual contributions. Thanks for watching and commenting
I have that same bike rack in the plastic arms that hold it up when no bike is on it broke one week after I had it. What do you use to hold the bike rack in the closed position? I Resorted to A bungee with a ball on it.
Wanted to be remitted of the limited capacity of the waste tanks as there is not drain through on my rig. Water pump reminds my to be sparing... one reason.
Thanks to you I am really looking hard at the NOVA and the Beyond by Coachman with the Lithionics system. I was sold on the Travato GL until COVID caused a reset back in March 2020 and almost pulled the trigger on the GL. Cannot wait for your thoughts on the Beyond. This is really good stuff Scott and I have no idea why you don't have more subs. You deserve more. All of your vids are GOLD and you should have 100,000+ subs Keep up the good work and always we #gosmalllivelargers appreciate you.
Thanks Greg... good to know we are lending a hand to your RV journey. Nova and Beyond are sweet rigs.. Our channel is growing, which is great. Good things take time! Thx for being part of our success!
Hello AGM. Yes not the most glamorous KOA RVing Park out there. But they had some amazing amenities like craft beer in the store. And the location just minutes from the store downtown Butte made up for some of that. But I typically do is overnight in the park and then go someplace else during the day so I’m not hanging out in the RV park and that allowed me to do that very easily with the downtown location. You watching and taking time to come out
Nice thoughtful video. I especially liked the tip about controlling the amount of power you are pulling in from the post when it is 20 amp or less. Another benefit of running off of lithium with an AC that pulls from lithium through an intervter first.
hi Scott... Steve from Spokane........another good vid of info. do you use surge or other line check protectors when you connect to shore power... and a suggestion as you are in the neck of woods of Glacier.. on the west side their is a great eccentric place called Polebridge -- there is mercantile and bakery store with wifi in this remote area and camping nearby -- this is a must see place.. and if you want a further adventure north - almost to Canada -- you can follow the road out of Polebridge to a "campground" at the literal end of the road at Lake Kintla -- the place is fantastic remote and beautiful -- but can be crowded in peak.. it as a perfect place for b-van -- all this is mostly dirt road -- but is remote enough that it may not have access to cellular at the Lake -- but it is an interest diversion. at least go to the Polebridge Mercantile for a sandwich - with covid -- check if it is open of course...... It is too bad on all the closures on the East side of Glacier -- not sure you can get to the Many Glacier and Swiftcurrent area over there -- but outside of Going to the Sun road -- it is a very nice part of the park with some great day hikes and a great opportunity to see some grizzly bears
Steve from GEG !! Thanks for the tips. Will be in GEG first half of September and are planning at least one Channel Roundup! Would be great to meet you in person!
Scott - I hope to see you in Wallace, but keep me updated on where in Spokane and we can touch base again -- may get you a lunch or dinner and some more conversation -- even as I prepare to purchase my GL -- I see have not yet been physically in one and you with others being in Wallace / Spokane gives me a church to really see the GLs and ask some question from happy owners before I pull the trigger in early September on an order
Watching from Arkansas...not an RV'er yet but maybe when I retire. I think you are very smart and thoughtful and above all..nice. Keep up the good videos, I subscribed and liked😁
Have one. Not 100% necessary on Volta system as has similar features built in. BUT have used that surge protector when the RV park shot power was super sketchy. Thanks for watching and commenting
Sorry bout this one Scott but I personally don't want to 'meet my neighbors'. I prefer peace and quiet. The staff, ya. But honestly, I don't want to be bothered. I would definitely watch out for a neighbor's stuff but that's about it.
Howdy Scott Thanks for another great video. I have a 5th wheel. Watching your videos will help me when I get a class B like yours. I've been rv ing off on and on for years. Now I'm retired. Have a great day.
Hey Buster. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comments. Excited about your journey in a class B. Glad to know I’m helping out a little bit on that journey.
Hi scott, the rincon parkway in California, just north of Los Angeles, right on the ocean, about $40 a nite, no hookups, water and honey wagons cruise around
Thanks for the info Scott. I am curious to know how you manage to work if wifi sometimes isn't good? Do you use your data then? Love the craft beer in the shop!
Yes, if the RV park wifi is bad I use my Verizon JetPack for cellular connectivity. WiFi and cellular are resources to be managed like electricity, water and waste. Hope that helps a bit. CRAFT BEER!
Hello Scott. Thank you for your excellent videos which are packed with fantastic information. I am seriously looking for a Travato GL and would like to see if your website has additional information because I rather read and be able to save text instead of watching videos. Unfortunately my internet security software tells me that gosmalllivelarge.com is a known dangerous site. What's the story about that? Have you been hacked? Thanks and please keep up the good work.
Congrats Scott (on approaching 10k) I’ve watched from the very beginning and I’m glad it worked out for you. It’s been fun watching you improve over time.
Go Small. Live Large! hmm that’s very strange and totally inadvertent if so. I switched account names a couple times, so they may have something to do with it. I sure as heck remember watching you getting a 59GL, watching you park it successfully, and wondering whether your partner was going to full time it with you! I ended up going with a K but you still had relevant content despite that. Plus I’m just glad you’re succeeding!
Hey Scott, hahaha, a shelf for your bag, or a shower seat , hahaha...... I'm in Wisconsin so the first place I want to visit when I RV is Lake Superior!
Good advice. I’m hit or miss on the surge protector as my Volta system has that functiaonly built-in. Should have included it in the video for consistency. Thanks for watching and commenting
How does an RV'er turn off the camp WiFi? Just curious. Also, can't remember where I saw it-probably on another RV UA-cam, but I think there is a device that will turn your 20amp into a 30 or 50 amp. Maybe I was dreaming....of course dreaming of being on the road. Thanks for the tips!
Probably the easist way to “turn off” WiFi is to tell your WiFi preferences to “forget” that particular network in which case it won’t auto-join. Hope that helps a little . Thanks for watching and commenting
Scott, The FIT RV did a whole big experiment with ice cubes that you might like to check out, but the most interesting system is called Bio-Geo by T R Bowlin. Since you are geared into safe and simple you might enjoy learning about this. He has a you tube video or the data can be found at trbowlin.com. This rids you of the chemicals and treats your gray tank as well. Would love your opinion on it.
Great tips / video. That outlet actually looked like a 15A circuit as 20A usually look like there’s a sideways ‘T’ for the neutral as a 20A plug has a 90 deg to hot terminal. So good idea setting limit of system to 10 amps. Thanks for the tips!
Love it when you folks are WAY smarter than me.. Learned to dial back the AMP ingest to just what I need and no more. Thanks for watching and commenting Richard!
Common sense would prevail... I would back out and turn around. Good neighbor first! Thx for taking time to comment! Please consider becoming a Subscriber, if not already. Would be an honor to have you a part of our success!
Watching from Staunton VA. Currently converting a shuttle bus into an RV on my own. Your tips are excellent. Thanks so much for all you do to help all of us have a more pleasant experience. I believe my first trip in my RV will be relatively close to home, as I'll be a part timer for a few years until my son graduates. But you never know, might make it full time sooner.
Hi Lisa. Great idea to test drive RVing close to home. Definitely will learn things and save money by not buying stuff you dont’ need. Thanks for watching and commenting Excited for your journey
Another enjoyable informative video Scott. I'm curious to know if in your experience of purchasing equipment for the rig if you have found it cheaper to use Amazon , or have you actually found some better deals through ie. Good Sam , Camping World etc. Thanks.
Great question. I’m an opportunistic buyer. Convenience is key based upon immediate need = go to retail store. Something more specific = Amazon delivery to site or storage locker. Have to admit I do not coupon clip for best price. Thanks for watching and commenting
Scott, do you know anyone who has your type of energy setup that also includes another portable generator as well. The thought crossed my mind so I thought would ask.
Short answer, NOPE. Not sure why one would want a best in class Volta li-ion system with a “supplemental” portable generator that I store where? Interesting question. Maybe others can help.
1st. Being kind! What a concept. I wish more people were like you. It’s tough these days and life is so much easier when you run into kind people like you. Thanks for the new video.
Today 10/23/22, I can’t stop watching, very informative. I am planning to launch a solo van trip around USA.
So excited for you Josie
Just subscribed loved your video great tips
Thanks for the sub! Welcome to GSLL. Hope to see you at an upcoming channel event
Very educational
Thx
Thank You for being Beautiful 🥰 Texas 👋🏻👋🏻
Hi A R
It's good to see your video because I have not seen any of them in a while even though i have been a long time subscriber!
Wow! Thanks for hanging in there Tony, and for being a subscriber. Might need to click the bell icon to be notified of new videos
wonderful vedeo..thank you
Glad you liked it!
Good stuff
Thanks Scott!
Watching from Australia 🇦🇺 , great recommendations Thank You, stay safe & travel well.
Awesome! Thank you! Australia 🇦🇺!!
Really like your rig. Love the color and grill
Ty Doranda!!
Goood video makes sense
Common sense rules when unit campsites and RV parks...
Scott, I wanted to thank you for your videos. Your content is very helpful. As a new RV’r in my Travato, K from FL.
Safe & happy travels!
Charlie, thx for your very nice comment. Congrats on your 59K
Thanks for the primer. Reminds me how much I dislike commercial RV parks.
I understand, but, for me and others, RV parks serve a necessary component of the overall RV experience.
I live in Hawaii. I vacation in the mainland while pandemic is going on in places like Oregon Coast. For your watchers that think you can have a RV. In Hawaii that’s a no. My leisure travel is kept in Reno because have family with free parking. Since it is a B+ 24 foot watching videos like yours gives me ideas. Thanks
good info
Yum, Black Butte Porter!
Yes Tim. I am with you on Black Butte Porter. I love a dark beer like a porter a stout or a Bach. Looks like you’re a fan of that type of brew too. Thanks for watching and taking time to come answer sir.
Thnks Im learning alot before I dive in the Class 4 world
Happy to help. Thanks for watching, subscribing, and taking time to comment Al
New 2021 Revel on order. First trip is Silverton, CO.
Whoa!! So excited for you David. Tough decision? Thx for taking time to comment! Would be an honor to have you a part of our success as a Subscriber, if not already.
@@gosmall.livelarge Not a tough decision. I was looking for the perfect rig to drive to Alaska from Texas. The Revel was the best option, and when they announced the 2021 would come with LiOn batteries, I was sold.
Check out Corp of Engineers campgrounds. Clean and usually with water views.
Great suggestion Karen. Thanks for commenting and for watching. I do have to check out some of the core of engineer sites. Other our beers and viewers have mentioned that before. I just haven’t done the homework to seek out those sites yet. Let me know if you have any specifics on that want to look them up.
I’m from white plains ny
NY !
Bwah ha ha - you saying "Hey Siri" triggered our Homepod. It heard you ask what the temp is and it answered, "It's about 84 degrees outside." Kinda freaked me out until I realized what had just happened. See, Scott - your presence extends beyond your channel! :-)
HEY Siri... and did you like my Southeast Asian Indian male Siri voice. Love that guy!
I agree with the comment about how this works great if no neighbor and also of you are camping with a buddy. I’d check if there was going to be someone so you will know when or if you’ll need to turn around. I would have thought the one beside it would be best until you pointed out the lights at night. Good video.
Thanks Brenda. Yes, always be a good RV neighbor. I would have backed in should a neighbor moved in
Bring a can of Lysol and some puppy pads to put on that bench. The bench is a shower chair for handicapped people and is meant for them them to sit on in the shower. He just put his bag where someone sat naked. 🦠 germs. Be careful using flip flops in the shower they slip on the floors pretty easy a wooded folding mat might be better for some of you who mobility challenged. Don’t forget to stay the shower head and nobs with Lysol and wait a few minutes to let it dry and kill the germs.🤗 happy camping ⛺️
Thank you Cheryl.
A continental divide is a drainage divide on a continent such that the drainage basin on one side of the divide feeds into one ocean or sea, and the basin on the other side either feeds into a different ocean or sea, or else is endorheic, not connected to the open sea.
Loving it when I am educated by this awesome audience... Thx Ron !
Thank you for posting this class B channel! We needed it!!
You are welcome GJ
Belatedly seeing this while planning my first RV trip. Very helpful! Thanks!
Rose… Glad it was helpful! congrats on your first trip!
Not agreeing with being disruptive and not backing in when you paid for a back in site just because it’s better for you. That’s not being a good camper. If that’s how you roll thats fine but please don’t encourage others to do the same. Please encourage newbies to be good neighbors so all of us have a good camping experience. Otherwise good content. Keep them coming. A new subscriber from NJ.
Good neighbors first. As you know, here we Learn. We Share. You decide what is best for you and your current conditions. Thx for taking time to comment! Please consider becoming a Subscriber, if not already. Would be an honor to have you a part of our success!
Please explain why you use ice in your black water tank, and how do you add ice?
Hi Becky. Great question. I did a video on the subject. Please give it a look ua-cam.com/video/9mYI-kHvYlc/v-deo.html
Newbie, Q. When is best time to empty your black tank? Hookup right away or just wait til you need to dump?
Great question that will be answered fully on my van life UA-cam live show what’s up Wednesday tonight at 6 PM central. Bottom line is the best practice is to have the tank nearly full and then empty so that all of the pressure evacuate the tank quickly and thoroughly. Anything anything less than a half could leave stuff left in the tank because not enough pressure to evacuate quickly. That has been my experience
Hi Scott I am in White Sulphur springs and it is just beautiful here. Love the views. It is amazing here for sure.
Thanks Jayne! So great to have your part of our 1st Channel Campout in Wallace!
Go Small. Live Large! It has been a lot of fun. You were my inspiration to buying a travato and I love it. Thanks for what you do. Keep up the good job.
I notice you did not have a surge protector coming from your poll. I wouldn't put up dog bone into the surge protector then in to your electrical cord.
Thanks for noticing on surge protector. I usually have it deployed.
Sorry auto text took over that comment! I meant to say I would put a surge protector from the dog bone from the pole then surge protector to the van. I have a 22' van and I run into electric boxes all the time that have reverse polarity. So surge protectors are a good idea. Love your videos !
So I think that you would have changed the orientation of the van if someone else had parked next to you but the video really wasn't clear on that and left a decent impression that it should be up to you to decide. It would be very unneighborly to not change if someone else arrived.
Hi Cathryn. You are exactly right. I didn’t comment out specifically in the video but I would re-orient the rig. I did state that if somebody arrive the story would change I just didn’t Collin out specifically. Thank you for bringing that to everybody’s attention. We learn we share you decide what’s best for you. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment appreciate it
You are also annoying the camp host who is responsible for making sure campers stay per the guidelines. Even if they don’t say anything you are not being kind to them. Only making their jobs harder. And what if you’re not around when someone moves in? Just not cool.
Thank you so much for a lot of useful information. I've learned a lot from your youtube videos. Great!
Great to hear! Thanks for watching and taking time to comment
Scott have you considered adding more info about the K model to go along with your excellent G model info? We bought a one year old K that was barely used and garage kept. We love it but are a little surprised at how many small issues they can have. If you ever consider a video about solving small issues I can start you out with at least 10 items to address. Have you met other Travatos on the road and picked up their stories? Also I have been researching Travato message boards and they are totally lame. Can you start one? Even the Winne Owner site if you search Travato you get around 80 results only and most are not even Travato related. Your channel is number one on the Travato and really factory built van life in general. Thank you for what you do. David and Katie Portland, Oregon
Hello toy car collection. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. You asked a good question about the van key floor plan. I know my floor plan the G vest but we are preparing some additional information on the K floor plan in particular stay tune for that. Congratulations on your purchase of a Travato OK. Really excited for your journey.
CHeck out 30 and a wake up and the fit RV. Both have good videos on the 59kl national park edition. I am drawn to the K floor plan also mostly because of the bed length and the panoramic view with all the windows.
Do you run your roof ac and refrigerator while driving? Have you had any issues with heat inside your Van during this hot summer? When you turn on the ac do you unplug the 10 amp service and use batteries? How long does your battery last with refrigerator and ac running?
Hi Claude. Good questions. In my near 2 years of ownership I have turned the fridge off 4 times maybe. 3 for having to get on an airplane trips and once while getting clynider head replaced. Basically never turn fridge off. Runs like a champ.
In the heat I run the rooftop AC when I am driving to keep the cabin cool.
Issues with summer head can be somewhat avoided by staying out of sunlight and in the shade.
With my Volta system I run the rooftop AC as needed whether or not I’m plugged into shore power. That is the beauty of the Volta system... 30 AMPs at full power wherever I am.
Rewatching this and saw Luke. 😢I hope you get a new road buddy soon.
New kitty coming this fall
Hi Scott, I love the content. I am from India and would love to travel the US in a RV, could you make a video about RV’s available for rent and accepting people from other countries along with the licensing needed..
INDIA !!
I am in a similar situation with my spouse not being as enthusiastic about travel as I am. We currently have a small travel trailer and take mostly short trips. I occasionally will take longer trips by myself (Rocco my dog also) or my wife will bring the car separately and go home after a few days. I am getting tired of the work and limitations of a trailer and thinking about a van to travel more freely and be more mobile. Your insights and advice are excellent. Keep up the good work.
Dan thx for sharing
Hi. How do you find the RV parks you want to stay at? Thank you. Enjoy your channel.
Google searches. Allstays makes a number of helpful apps. I use KOA often
Such great service. The WiFi company calls you back the next morning? So no WiFi from that tower during your stay.
Yes, I couldn’t believe it either particularly on a Sunday. Thx NetPoser for commenting
Watching from Colorado
Cannot wait to get to CO in late Oct. Where about are you CB?
Go Small. Live Large! Colorado Springs
Greats ideas. Very useful
Thanks for watching and commenting Ramona
Watching just north of Boston. Very informative and entertaining!
Thank you for your nice comments. Boston! Eager to get into the north east in the RV. I have not been there yet. Thanks for watching and taking time to post a comment. I appreciate that
I like it....going to have to try that at my next back in spot.
YES!!! Only where appropriate. Always need to be a good neighbor first. Thanks for commenting Kevin !! You rock :)
Thanks for the video.
You are welcome. Hope you find them useful
Extremely helpful! Thanx
You are welcome. Thanks for watching and commenting Steve
Link to your bike rack please. Thanks b
Hi Jo. The bike rack comes from Winnebago as an option.
Have you been to Thunder Canyon in Alabama?
Nope, but guess I shoudl go?
@@gosmall.livelarge looking forward to that … John and Mercedes are lovely people
Hey, Scott. If you carry a small tent, could you have what you need and be able to stay in a tent site? Is there water and electricity? Does it cost less?
Tent sites cost less. Most RV parks won’t let an RV stay in tent site, from my experience. tent sites usually have water and 110v electricity.
And again, a ton of very useful info. But best is when you make a lunch. So do that.
LUNCH!! Thanks Ruth. More lunch vids coming
Does your rig have a built-in surge protector?
My Volta system does have built in surge protector. I use an external o e too
Hello Scott, just wondering do you unplug from shore power while running ac off of your Volta?
If the shore power is available I plug in. that said, some nights rolling into a site I can show off, or the weather is bad, i leave it unplugged. But generally if I need high electrical needs and have shore power next to the van I plug in
Go recreation.gov for camping reservations
Great tip and great way to access national parks. Have you been able to make same day reservation on that app/site. I haven't been that successful with same day.
Thanks Scott.
Carl !!! Thanks for watching and commenting...
How reliable is the van?
Than van has been quite reliable, Mr Q. Though I have had more trouble with it than I have with the Winnebago and Volta systems. Thx for watching the video, for being a subscriber to GSLL, and for taking time to comment
Very nice video! KOAs look like they are nice parks. We have one here in Las Vegas and it’s nice and quiet. I used to live next door to it. Sometimes I heard people talking but not much. When I lived next door to it it was $16.00 a night but that was a while ago. The scenery looks beautiful there. Hope to see you in next video. Your Winnebago looks nice. See you and stay safe.
Sherri
Thanks for watching and taking time to comment Sherri
Texas 👍👍
TEXAS !! Cannot wait to return to TX
That's true. How you position your rig is ideal. @brian - we stayed at RV parks for stability. I needed to wake up and work.
TRUTH!! RV parks are a Necessary part of full- or part-time lifestyle. Do what is best for you as you roll though the week. Thanks for watching and commenting ME
looks like someone came in. Did you have to put your awning in?
Yes, if a neighbor moved in or I was asked to back in by the RV park staff I would do that to be a good citizen. Common sense prevails! Thanks for.commenting
@@gosmall.livelarge I love and agree with the idea. Makes sense. Hope you didn't have to move....lol
There are things that a business should have on their daily checklist, especially if they're using something to promote their business. Whether the owners of the campground have any IT knowledge or not should not deter someone from walking the grounds during their daily inspections and, using an app on a smartphone, check the wifi services. Moreover, somebody needs to install a lock-on clip onto the circuit breaker which controls the wifi tower devices. The device does not prevent the circuit from tripping when needed, just keeps someone from moving the switch to OFF unintentionally. We have a few installed to prevent the fire alarm system, controlled door access system, etc. They meet fire code requirements.
Truth.. have you read the book the E Myth. Talks about the power of process and checklists, which is the basis of a franchise. Checklists and process become the business that you sell not your individual contributions. Thanks for watching and commenting
I have that same bike rack in the plastic arms that hold it up when no bike is on it broke one week after I had it. What do you use to hold the bike rack in the closed position? I Resorted to A bungee with a ball on it.
I use the bracket things that came on bike rack. Hopefully you are subscriber! Thanks for watching and taking time to comment Sewspci
More good, practical advice. Thanks.
Thanks for watching and taking time to comment Patrick
Watching from upstate New York.
BUF maybe? Thanks for watching and taking time to comment Don
Why don’t you use city fill?
Wanted to be remitted of the limited capacity of the waste tanks as there is not drain through on my rig. Water pump reminds my to be sparing... one reason.
Thanks to you I am really looking hard at the NOVA and the Beyond by Coachman with the Lithionics system. I was sold on the Travato GL until COVID caused a reset back in March 2020 and almost pulled the trigger on the GL. Cannot wait for your thoughts on the Beyond. This is really good stuff Scott and I have no idea why you don't have more subs. You deserve more. All of your vids are GOLD and you should have 100,000+ subs Keep up the good work and always we #gosmalllivelargers appreciate you.
Thanks Greg... good to know we are lending a hand to your RV journey. Nova and Beyond are sweet rigs.. Our channel is growing, which is great. Good things take time! Thx for being part of our success!
The campground you are staying is pretty crappy. Dead lawn, gravel, no grill and very small spaces. Thanks for your suggestions though.
Hello AGM. Yes not the most glamorous KOA RVing Park out there. But they had some amazing amenities like craft beer in the store. And the location just minutes from the store downtown Butte made up for some of that. But I typically do is overnight in the park and then go someplace else during the day so I’m not hanging out in the RV park and that allowed me to do that very easily with the downtown location. You watching and taking time to come out
@@gosmall.livelarge Craft beer, now you're speaking my language.
Great tips Scott!
Appreciate that Catherine. We learn. We share. You decide what is best for you!
Nice thoughtful video. I especially liked the tip about controlling the amount of power you are pulling in from the post when it is 20 amp or less. Another benefit of running off of lithium with an AC that pulls from lithium through an intervter first.
Thank you ABurro. Hopefully you are subscriber!
@@gosmall.livelarge Yes I am and have been since early on when we were considering a Travato.
hi Scott... Steve from Spokane........another good vid of info. do you use surge or other line check protectors when you connect to shore power... and a suggestion as you are in the neck of woods of Glacier.. on the west side their is a great eccentric place called Polebridge -- there is mercantile and bakery store with wifi in this remote area and camping nearby -- this is a must see place.. and if you want a further adventure north - almost to Canada -- you can follow the road out of Polebridge to a "campground" at the literal end of the road at Lake Kintla -- the place is fantastic remote and beautiful -- but can be crowded in peak.. it as a perfect place for b-van -- all this is mostly dirt road -- but is remote enough that it may not have access to cellular at the Lake -- but it is an interest diversion. at least go to the Polebridge Mercantile for a sandwich - with covid -- check if it is open of course...... It is too bad on all the closures on the East side of Glacier -- not sure you can get to the Many Glacier and Swiftcurrent area over there -- but outside of Going to the Sun road -- it is a very nice part of the park with some great day hikes and a great opportunity to see some grizzly bears
Steve from GEG !! Thanks for the tips. Will be in GEG first half of September and are planning at least one Channel Roundup! Would be great to meet you in person!
Scott - I hope to see you in Wallace, but keep me updated on where in Spokane and we can touch base again -- may get you a lunch or dinner and some more conversation -- even as I prepare to purchase my GL -- I see have not yet been physically in one and you with others being in Wallace / Spokane gives me a church to really see the GLs and ask some question from happy owners before I pull the trigger in early September on an order
Good job on the wifi!!!
Great video. So good to learn the tricks!
Yeah, was excited to help them and fellow RVers.
Love your channel. Very educational and informational without the nonsense. Keep up the good work.
Tom, appreciate your comment and for watching.
Watching from Arkansas...not an RV'er yet but maybe when I retire. I think you are very smart and thoughtful and above all..nice. Keep up the good videos, I subscribed and liked😁
Thank you Rhonda, and for the Sub. Thx for taking the time to post a comment.
Hello from Arizona! Another nice video! Thanks Scott. Pet to Luke.😊
DONNA !! Thx. And #vanlife Luke says hello
Good video. You need to invest in a power conditioner to protect that lithium investment.
Have one. Not 100% necessary on Volta system as has similar features built in. BUT have used that surge protector when the RV park shot power was super sketchy. Thanks for watching and commenting
You are soooo much nicer than I am (but we already knew that!)
GINGER!! LOL, you always bring a smile to me and others.
Hi new subscriber from Ohio! I haven't gotten my RV yet but looking into it! I want to travel the US and Canada once the restrictions are lifted.
Thanks for subbing! Welcome!
Sorry bout this one Scott but I personally don't want to 'meet my neighbors'. I prefer peace and quiet. The staff, ya. But honestly, I don't want to be bothered. I would definitely watch out for a neighbor's stuff but that's about it.
Thanks for your point of view Linda. As you know, here we Learn, we Share, and then You Decide what is best for your RV experience.
Thanks for all the good tips!
You are welcome MB. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment
Howdy Scott
Thanks for another great video. I have a 5th wheel. Watching your videos will help me when I get a class B like yours.
I've been rv ing off on and on for years. Now I'm retired. Have a great day.
Hey Buster. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comments. Excited about your journey in a class B. Glad to know I’m helping out a little bit on that journey.
Hi scott, the rincon parkway in California, just north of Los Angeles, right on the ocean, about $40 a nite, no hookups, water and honey wagons cruise around
Whoa! Adding to the CA list, but likely to avoid CA on the trip out of the Pacific NW. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment
Wow, now I have to go back and watch that ice cleaning tip. I have no idea what that is. Of course I’m watching from Okinawa Japan 🇯🇵. Great video.
ICE ICE baby! Japan 🇯🇵 !!
Thanks for the info Scott. I am curious to know how you manage to work if wifi sometimes isn't good? Do you use your data then?
Love the craft beer in the shop!
Yes, if the RV park wifi is bad I use my Verizon JetPack for cellular connectivity. WiFi and cellular are resources to be managed like electricity, water and waste. Hope that helps a bit. CRAFT BEER!
Great assortment of tips for campground camping. Thans. Always informative.
Thanks for watching and taking time to comment Mr. Kurtz
Good video. Lots of tips 👍🏼 I though it would be a bit cooler in Montana though. Probably cools down at night. Nice laundry room and camp store.
Weather definitely getting cooler, thank goodness. Nights are dreamy at 52 degrees... no A/C needed overnight... finally!
VERY helpful! Thanks. I am very new at this and learn a lot from your videos. Be well, be safe. George in FL.
Super cool to know that I’m helping you out a bit. And welcome to your RV experience!
Hello Scott. Thank you for your excellent videos which are packed with fantastic information. I am seriously looking for a Travato GL and would like to see if your website has additional information because I rather read and be able to save text instead of watching videos. Unfortunately my internet security software tells me that gosmalllivelarge.com is a known dangerous site. What's the story about that? Have you been hacked? Thanks and please keep up the good work.
Not sure why your security software says that. My website is hosted on GoDaddy, pretty safe host I think
Congrats Scott (on approaching 10k) I’ve watched from the very beginning and I’m glad it worked out for you. It’s been fun watching you improve over time.
DUSTY!! Might be your first time commenting. Thanks for being their from the beginning. Has been a great journey!
Go Small. Live Large! hmm that’s very strange and totally inadvertent if so. I switched account names a couple times, so they may have something to do with it. I sure as heck remember watching you getting a 59GL, watching you park it successfully, and wondering whether your partner was going to full time it with you! I ended up going with a K but you still had relevant content despite that. Plus I’m just glad you’re succeeding!
Hey Scott, hahaha, a shelf for your bag, or a shower seat , hahaha...... I'm in Wisconsin so the first place I want to visit when I RV is Lake Superior!
Yeah, sometimes my vocab or lack thereof gets ahead of me!
Holly: Hes worried about the dirty sink and puts his bag on the shelf people sit on :O Id at least clean it first.
Oh I love Luke! He looks so comfy napping. Scott, I have learned so much from you. Thank you!
#vanlife Luke... is he the luckiest cat ever?! Thanks for watching and taking time to comment Lori
Excellent information and great resources too... as always!
BTW... wife wants that craft beer!!
Be seeing you!
Porter craft beer !! Thx Rob
You should also use a surge protector.
Good advice. I’m hit or miss on the surge protector as my Volta system has that functiaonly built-in. Should have included it in the video for consistency. Thanks for watching and commenting
Sites like these cost 50$ - $75/night? Why don't you park at Walmart?
I do on occasion. RV parks and campout allow me to let my hair down so to speak without worry of my overall surroundings
How does an RV'er turn off the camp WiFi? Just curious. Also, can't remember where I saw it-probably on another RV UA-cam, but I think there is a device that will turn your 20amp into a 30 or 50 amp. Maybe I was dreaming....of course dreaming of being on the road. Thanks for the tips!
Probably the easist way to “turn off” WiFi is to tell your WiFi preferences to “forget” that particular network in which case it won’t auto-join. Hope that helps a little . Thanks for watching and commenting
Thanks for the tips! Watching from Houston, TX. Can't wait to get our 59KL next year and we'll see what's open as far as our maiden voyage.
TEXAS!! So excited for you getting your GL. Thanks for watching and commenting
I enjoyed this video and don’t even have an RV! Nice walk through
Thanks for watching and commenting Ben!
Scott, The FIT RV did a whole big experiment with ice cubes that you might like to check out, but the most interesting system is called Bio-Geo by T R Bowlin. Since you are geared into safe and simple you might enjoy learning about this. He has a you tube video or the data can be found at trbowlin.com. This rids you of the chemicals and treats your gray tank as well. Would love your opinion on it.
Will check it out. Is The FitRV the best or what?! Thanks for watching and commenting
Great tips / video. That outlet actually looked like a 15A circuit as 20A usually look like there’s a sideways ‘T’ for the neutral as a 20A plug has a 90 deg to hot terminal. So good idea setting limit of system to 10 amps. Thanks for the tips!
Love it when you folks are WAY smarter than me.. Learned to dial back the AMP ingest to just what I need and no more. Thanks for watching and commenting Richard!
What happens when the next guy backs in like told and your awning is in his space?
Common sense would prevail... I would back out and turn around. Good neighbor first! Thx for taking time to comment! Please consider becoming a Subscriber, if not already. Would be an honor to have you a part of our success!
Watching from Staunton VA. Currently converting a shuttle bus into an RV on my own. Your tips are excellent. Thanks so much for all you do to help all of us have a more pleasant experience. I believe my first trip in my RV will be relatively close to home, as I'll be a part timer for a few years until my son graduates. But you never know, might make it full time sooner.
Hi Lisa. Great idea to test drive RVing close to home. Definitely will learn things and save money by not buying stuff you dont’ need. Thanks for watching and commenting Excited for your journey
Another enjoyable informative video Scott. I'm curious to know if in your experience of purchasing equipment for the rig if you have found it cheaper to use Amazon , or have you actually found some better deals through ie. Good Sam , Camping World etc. Thanks.
Great question. I’m an opportunistic buyer. Convenience is key based upon immediate need = go to retail store. Something more specific = Amazon delivery to site or storage locker. Have to admit I do not coupon clip for best price. Thanks for watching and commenting
Scott, do you know anyone who has your type of energy setup that also includes another portable generator as well. The thought crossed my mind so I thought would ask.
Short answer, NOPE. Not sure why one would want a best in class Volta li-ion system with a “supplemental” portable generator that I store where? Interesting question. Maybe others can help.
1st. Being kind! What a concept. I wish more people were like you. It’s tough these days and life is so much easier when you run into kind people like you. Thanks for the new video.
Thx Anthony. Totally agree with you