FIRST NIGHT IN THE RV (starting full-time RV life!)
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- Опубліковано 1 лип 2024
- Our first night in the RV is off to a bit of rough start. 😳 I'm not gonna spoil it, but let's just say "travel mode" in the new office was not fully activated on our first big drive. You'll have to watch for yourself to see what happened!
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➡ In case you missed it...
WE BOUGHT A TRAVEL TRAILER! bit.ly/3zkJYc2
Building Our Dream RV Office: bit.ly/3be4bXL
Rookies On The Road SEASON 1: bit.ly/3RvxoO7
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00-0:25: Intro
0:25-4:09: Moving in (part 1)
4:09-4:26: Walmart run
4:26-7:16: Pro Tip: Measure EVERYTHING
7:16-8:42: Today's the day...
8:42-9:33: And we're off!!
9:33-11:07: The Railroad Debacle
11:07-13:12: Moment of truth...
13:12-14:00: Home for the night
14:00-16:13: Attempting to make dinner
16:13-17:44: The next morning
17:44-18:20: Welcome to North Carolina!
➡ ABOUT ME
My name is Crosby and I am a freelancer and content creator currently working remotely and traveling full-time! After a few corporate jobs throughout college, I quickly realized that the 9-5 lifestyle wasn’t for me. So I built up my freelance business, saved a bunch of money, and started traveling the world while working remotely. Now, my boyfriend, Dylan, and I are moving into our new travel trailer and hitting the road full-time!
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OMG, UA-camrs, pay attention!
THIS is how you make a travel video!!!
Lively, energetic, WELL EDITED, and absent the endless dashcam sequences that drone on for hours and monotone sleep inducing narration that cause viewers to question why they should continue living!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Crosby for restoring my faith that travel to exotic new places - and the videos made to document them - can actually be more fun than a visit to the DMV!
Wow Kelly thank you!! So glad you enjoyed the video - excited to make many more 😊
Well yeah when you’ve a mansion on wheels RV life is dang cool. Just not for those on mountain roads, anywhere really, stuck behind you. If you need all that maybe staying home is your best option. Lame.
@@blakesleyk.7166 you sound fun
I guess, if you're into watching someone pack their RV and show you every little boring detail. This has almost nothing to do with travel, I think your praise is a little overrated.
With bigger travel trailers the back ends up being the roughest area when going down the road. We move our monitors and electronics to the front bedroom when traveling down the road. And move it back to the rear office when we get to camp. Never had a problem with anything traveling on the front bed.
Yep we'll definitely be muchhh more careful on those back roads, especially with the office being at the back of the trailer! Thanks for the tip!
Agreed! I used to work from home from our 5th wheel and always kept my computer and monitors on the bed, never had an issue
Roger that. We beat up our bikes and the rack they were on during our first two week trip in our previous TT. Much movement and everything needed tightening. Now we use a robust tray rack on this trailer. Inside the bed is the safest spot for sensitive stuff. Never seems to move.
Great job. We only been doing it for a few years. It never gets old and I feel like we are always still learning.
Tough start. Reminds me of the first time in our Coleman pop up 27 years ago. Forgot pullups for our toddler (rushed run into a small town at 10 p.m.), doing dishes after a sloppy joes supper when the sink drain hose broke off, and a rail switching yard just across the river with trains clanking and banging all night. Next day the dog's collar broke and off she went. Still at it, though. Off on a two week adventure in our latest 27' travel trailer in June. The older kids are still enjoying that now vintage pop up. Good luck!
On the computer after 2 years I have learned to bungie them to the sides of the cabinets and the floor using 2 cords and 4 eye screws. Now they don't move at all. welcome back to the road. Hope to meet you out there.
Yalllll are so cute! So excited to see you back out there even if it was only for one night!
get a sonar panel , so you can run the fridge , mine came with. didn't think i would need it . but, now i love it.
Great video! We actually watched the three on buying and setting up your trailer. Also watched your last journey in your first trailer. I was going to mention about the rest of the trailer being the bounciest area, but someone already brought it up. You two will figure out what works best. BTW like the new F150. Enjoy!
Regarding your closet: narrower hangers work better. They give you more room for more clothes. I have the ones with velvet on them. They are a pain to put your clothes on. But, nothing falls off while traveling. Enjoy your adventures.
Two sided velco tape to hold your stuff on desk. Use commercial grade hook N loop!
LOVE the camera angles
Summer is a great time to leave Florida !
Good luck! It takes about 6 months to really learn the RV ropes. We are now at 11 months full time.
Always sand and primer your wood before painting! Looks great none the less, love the set up!
Watching a few of your old videos for rookie tips and inspiration as me and my partner are about to start Camper living full time! 😁 Thank for the pick me up as I feel overwhelmed at times! 😅😅
I also live in Asheville, NC and I just happened to click on your channel a few months ago, and you were showing being in Asheville and thought that was cool!
Oh how exciting!! That's awesome - wishing you luck on your journey!
Just found your channel, you guys seems like awesome people! Can’t wait to see more videos from you
Welcome to the UA-cam fam!!
I'm glad everything worked out in the end, but also glad that you took us along for the mishaps. Maybe there needs to a "padded" cabinet for storing the equipment or bungee cords that connect the under the desk on the floor.
Ooh that s a good idea! Glad you enjoyed us bringing you along for the ride!
great video guys! stay safe
Thank you!!
I use gaming laptops in our rig so we can put them in a drawer for travel. I actually take the monitors down (quick release arms) and put them on the bed. The bedroom in ours is in the front and basically is magic where nothing ever moves. Never had a problem. I was in asheville about the same time as you, the asheville east KOA is pretty badass campground btw. In the back you can park 3 ft from the water.
I love this video, it's very life like & realistic.😙
Bless your hearts! I feel like this is how it is every time we take the camper out 🤣 just chaos! At least you made it entertaining!
That's part of the experience, isn't it?! Glad you enjoyed watching :)
Just wanted to let you know on your refrigerator when you’re plugged into your truck your truck will charge the batteries. Also if you are plugged into 110 or 30 amp or 50 amp your converter will be powered up which will charge up your batteries.
Welcome to the great state of NC! Love our RV too.
I like the real, even with the chaos. Love your Vids👍
New to the channel can't wait to see your adventures!!
Don’t be afraid to post everything you do because if you have a problem someone might have the answers to help you
Your not the only ones. We usually bounce a few things out of cabinets on rough roads also. Oh by the way, like the truck!!
Yeah we'll definitely be extra careful going forward and keep the most valuable/ breakable things in the car with us!!
If you have a 12 volt fridge which it should be when you’re plugged into shore power the electric converts to 12 volt.
Oh man...reminds me of some of the chaos we encountered. Glad it worked out in the end!
It happens to the best of us 🤣
One thing I never seem to find with full time RVers is the process that you went through before deciding to become full time RVers along with buying the equipment you need. Such as a truck and your RV. As a family in our early 50's, we are looking to get started. I already own a 2020 RAM 1500 setup to tow. We'd not be able to jump right into a high end RV. I get that full time RVers might be selling their home to finance their new life style. Would love to learn more about your process and prep.
16:55 Johnson City, TN...that is where I live!!
It doesn’t look like you preloaded your weight distribution hitch correctly.
Most trailers have a
3 way Refrigerator in
Them.it will run on propane or Electric and for backup battery.on the front of
Your refrigerator there is a switch to put on the different settings. Be safe in your travels.
This fridge is 12v only so no 3-way like our last trailer unfortunately
Go to flat felt covered hangers and double your space,and the clothes don’t slide off.
Hi. What model F-150 do you have? Gears, payload capacity and engine would really help other "rookies" make a better buying decision.
Light bulbs out or very loose are a sign from beyond, but not in a bad way. Someone is looking out for you.
Can I ask how you hung the knife holder on the fridge wall? I have one but didn't dare put screws in that wall.
So pretty, safe travels
Good luck
I just watched my 1st video and you are touring a Grand Design.
Did you sell and move on to this? The cabinet paint is awesome! TT Designers take note!
Looking forward to following your journey! New subscriber.
Welcome! So glad to have you along for the ride 😊
I put things that are fragile, monitor, computer, printer, and the ceramic heaters, on the bed for travel.
Hey love your video good luck on the road you two. On
Your magnetic bar to be on the safe side shouldn't the knifes should be pointed down words just saying.
Good luck on your tour.
dont forget to weight it after loaded. it does have a weight capacity for a reason. Lots of newbies forget or ignore. Hate for y'all to be stranded on side of road. I mean highland is not a bad place to be stranded, BUT...lol.. just wanted to remind you as i watched yall pack and pack ...also when space becomes issues, trash the tots and get collapsible containers.. safe travels look forward to see more vids of your journey.
What happened to your imagine camper? That was a great camper. Wife and I retired and was thinking of that same camper.
What color are your cabinets? Thanks
Just found you. I did subscribe. Love you excitement and vibe.
Welcome!! 😊
Georgia has some of the worst RR Xings I have ever had the displeasure of crashing over. Even the bridge transitions are like ski jumps on I-95.
It’s so true!! We’ve driven through soo many states and have never experienced anything like it before 😅
Enjoyed your video…new subscriber!
Welcome!!
What mattress did you purchase
I wonder what that trailer weight is now. With all that stuff
What was the name of the farm where you stayed?
Rear of cAmper is the bounciest part of camper, never leave anything valuable back there lol
Saludos 🇲🇽
Guys from a 6 year fulltimer, upgrade you suspension. There are several options available. The roads only get worst.
That is something we are already considering and looking into. Any suggestions from companies that have good setups?
There is a great shop in Elkhart Indiana, called Axle inc. that is all they do. The tech is very knowledgeable, and will have you in and out in short time. Make sure too make the appointment ahead of time, and the replacement axles will be waiting for you. Depending on how heavy the trailer is and wheel clearance, you should be able to install 7000 lbs axles or better. I have 8000 lb axles on my rig at 18000 lbs and it handles the road conditions very well. Also discount tire carries a Hartland series tire that is 14 ply steel. It also makes a great difference. Good luck.
I hope you go to a "cat" scale and weigh your trailer and truck with all fluids full like, water, gat, & etc.
Do you have those amazing slippers on that feel like you’re walking on pillows? Thought I caught a glimpse of them??
YES!! They’re cloud slides im obsessed with them
@@CrosbyGraceTravels yes!!!
That computer area needs to be dismantled before you leave for your travels, put in a lg basket (soft or fabric) and slide under desk. Put towels in between the screens and game system. Good luck on your travels and many safe journeys….
The PC will now be in the vehicle when in motion but everything else holds very steady. Our monitors are bungee tight to the desk (with thick towels to keep them from bouncing). Thank you regardless!
Back of the camper is the bounciest. A better move would be to put computers up on the bed in the front and they would ride much better. That is why you never want a rear kitchen RV.
Don't you miss the 17 mkv ...
RV life is never good when your in a rush...happens to us all the time.
Place your gopro inside your trailer while you are driving and when you see how violent it can get you will understand why this type of stuff should be secured more properly.
Nice😍.. I wish I'll get same RV in India🇮🇳 😊 I want it badly🥺
That would be awesome!
what part of nc r u at
Which harvest host was that?
Terra Firma Farm & Forest!
Why didn't the pup get to go? Ours goes
Check out my recent videos!! He's here now!
Seriously, miss, start measuring with metric.
😇.. .
So Dylan's computer doesn't have a spinning harddrive in it after all. I was a little worried about that after the last episode.
Yeah thank god 😳
I got ride of all of my spinning HDD years ago, all SSD now :)
@@DylanGorman Does that include the XBOX?
@@cmdstraker I believe its a 1tb ssd since its the series X
Ketik ( sinden ganes wara ) 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️🇲🇨
Rv life isn't easy! We started a month ago. So worth it though, when you actually get out there and leave regular life behind!
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First suggestion is get all your clothes and shoes out and divide in half, must haves and not must haves. Take the must haves and divide in half again. Must must haves and not. Keep the must must haves and leave all the others behind
Lay things on your bed.
I'm a Master certified RV tech for 30 years. and lived in a RV full time for 15 years. I own my own independent RV repair shop People like this have no buisness full time RVing period. Everyone that full times needs to own one and use it recreationaly for a minimum of 5 years before full timing just to learn all the ins and outs of RVing Plus how to work on them because no RV is designed for 365 day live in use they are designed for weekends and occasionally longer trips a few times a year so repairs and maintenance are a way of life that you need to do yourself. First mistake is they bought a lightweight camper thats the worst camper you can buy for full timing. they are flimsy to cut down on weight. it will not last. they are not well insulated for year round use, they should have bought a fifth wheel because most travel trailers are not suitable for what they are doing , the heavier it it the better quality it is. second mistake they painted those pressboard cabinets with what I call a paper coating (again lightweight, cheap, crappy construction) . It looks good now but in a year or so depending on climate that paint will cause that paper coating to wrinkle, the glue to lose cohesion and start peeling. I have seen it many times and you start stripping that pressboard they just fall to pieces. if those cabinets where meant to be painted then the manufacturers would have painted them instead of the paper coating. I owned RVs for years before I went full time and never meant to make a career out of working on the but because I had previous experience using RVs recreationaly beforehand I knew how often they required repairs and how much even back then it cost to have dealerships repair them and how long it took. I didn't want my home sitting God know how long on a dealers service lot waiting on parts and repairs while I'm paying and living in a hotel. I did what what all responsible full time RV owners should do before becoming full timers. I went to Florida and spent 2 months (its 3 months now) going to RV tech school to get my basic RV tech certification so I had the knowledge to repair most problems myself as they occurred and only had to depend on dealerships for parts. Also started doing work for my neighbors and making at campgrounds. Everyone wants to be lazy and take shortcuts. instead of taking the correct steps. I bet neither one of them could run a piece of pex water line if one burst. and I bet they don't carry any proper tools in there camper either. But I make a lot of money of people like this who do stuff without thinking or taking the proper steps. It just makes it hard for us real RVers to get campspots because these RVer want to be's who in 3 months will have sold their camper and will never spend another night in a RV again are clogging up all the campgrounds.
It's funny how you come on here acting like you know everything about RV's. Let us do our thing as it has nothing to do with your life. If we make mistakes, so what, that's part of life. We are having fun and doing what WE want to do, even if its not the proper thing to do. As for a fifth wheel, we didn't want one because it didn't make sense for us. Take a second and go look at the other videos she has posted about us living in a trailer because this isn't our first rodeo. We are more than capable of taking care of our trailer and getting repairs done as they should be. We aren't some helpless "millennials" as most people would like to frame us as. Just take a look at how overwhelmingly nice everyone is in her comments, yet you have to come in here with all the "RV Tech" ego nonsense. Just relax and let us do what we want to do, this has nothing to do with you.
What a horrible, rude assumption to make about people you don’t know. Life is about learning from your mistakes. They certainly don’t need your approval! So much unnecessary negativity on a couples’ happy video. ✌️
“Real RVers”??? Wow, elitist much? Just because you own a RV & doing it full time doesn’t mean anyone who conform to your definition aren’t worthy of a camping spot. Most of what you said is just egotistical ranting. Hubs & I are NOT going to muck about for 5 yrs after buying our 5th wheel before full-timing. Just will not happen and doesn’t need to. You’re just being a “miserable old goat”.
Great Job. Check "On World Travel " Olivia and Nathan, you can learn a lot from Do's and Don'ts
Bro was running up Cold War 🤣
I had to 😂