I Didn't Make It | Truck Camping at the Top of Alaska in a -75F Arctic Blizzard in my Old Ford Truck

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    We didn't make it last time... let's see what happens if we try to Return to the Arctic. Driving and winter camping an old 1996 Ford F350 7.3 Powerstroke Diesel truck 2,000 miles up to the Arctic Ocean with the coldest weather I've ever experienced... what could happen? This is Episode 4 of the Return to the Arctic series.
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  • @davidmalo7509
    @davidmalo7509 11 місяців тому +877

    I’ve been coming to Alaska for about 14 years to visit my son, and to hunt and fish. Eight years ago we bought our cabin at Big Lake with intention of spending two months a year up here, and the rest of the year at our house in AZ.. We fell so in love with AK that we sold the home in AZ. Unfortunately my health as taken a turn for the worst, with very advanced prostate cancer, and now last week I had a stroke, the Drs then discovered my heart is not functioning very well. I’m doing pretty good, still snowmachining, and staying active. I can’t do what I used to do so I really look forward to your videos. It’s like still doing the things I enjoy while sitting in my recliner. Keep doing the things you love Tim, you never know when you won’t be able to.

    • @jeannemarcinek4575
      @jeannemarcinek4575 11 місяців тому +55

      I will pray for you that you may live another 100 years for you never know. Blessings.

    • @cathymadsen2930
      @cathymadsen2930 11 місяців тому +40

      So sorry your health has turned. I pray Jesus can put his healing hands on you and keeps you active.
      I've got multiple myeloma in the early stages and the fatigue is so frustrating and to keep active and do what you enjoy is so important. 🙏 🤲

    • @daledoback69
      @daledoback69 11 місяців тому +17

      Praying for you. Such a great comment

    • @AngleSpray-my7mb
      @AngleSpray-my7mb 11 місяців тому +12

      Find a Energy enhancement system go lounge out a help you body heal w scalar /bio photonic energy field

    • @AngleSpray-my7mb
      @AngleSpray-my7mb 11 місяців тому +5

      @@cathymadsen2930
      EES center in Alaska

  • @PrettyDeadThings
    @PrettyDeadThings 11 місяців тому +47

    You make Ford Trucks look amazing with what they can endure. Ford should send you a new truck to see how it holds up imo

    • @vickijohnson6125
      @vickijohnson6125 9 місяців тому +6

      I agree, it would be nice if Ford company could/would see your videos and possibly donate some parts for your travels. Be safe out there

    • @Scottadamsfan3481
      @Scottadamsfan3481 2 місяці тому +4

      They would not hold up

    • @petestronach4949
      @petestronach4949 Місяць тому

      yes dude oughta 👏🏆

  • @smokymountaingirl
    @smokymountaingirl 11 місяців тому +414

    As everyone else says....NOT a FAIL but an experience AND adventure - we are living vicariously through your travels and for most of us going that far north is just never going to happen!! WE LOVE everything you do and please do NOT consider this a FAIL..... every time you go its a learning curve!! Next time Im sure you will have crossed all t's and dotted all i's..... can't wait to see the vid!! PS if you ever get back to Cataloochi I live in Maggie Valley.... would so LOVE a coffee and chat!! I lost my son (he was 22 when he was killed in a horrific car accident) and you remind me so much of him!! Stay safe young man!! God Bless

    • @troyrager1352
      @troyrager1352 11 місяців тому +12

      Exactly! I heard a wise man say there's no such thing as failing, you tried and produced a result, there's no fail in that even if the result is t what you wanted.

    • @lisamc2820
      @lisamc2820 11 місяців тому +11

      God Bless You. You’ll see him again someday - just like I will with my own son. Take good care.

    • @paulespinoza1994
      @paulespinoza1994 11 місяців тому +5

      I commend you for having the intestinal fortitude to even attempt a trek like this by yourself! I can tell by your videos and explanation of why and how you do things like making sure you have a bottle of propane with you in case your truck doesn't start and your in a remote area where there is no one around. It's a risk but I get why you love it if I lived up there I would probably do it once a year depending on how expensive fuel is at the time. I appreciate you sharing your experience I am into adventures by ordinary hard working people!

    • @rasheedkesington7506
      @rasheedkesington7506 11 місяців тому +1

      An experience that could have deleted him this is the problem when your truck is not up to the job

    • @brettmann6677
      @brettmann6677 11 місяців тому

      Indeed all us deadend job people.....

  • @superlargeamoeba
    @superlargeamoeba 11 місяців тому +78

    I never comment. However, this is the perfect program to wind down after a long and busy day (my daughter was born today). I appreciate your adventures on the other side of the world very much, Timmy! All the best.

    • @TruckHouseLife
      @TruckHouseLife  11 місяців тому +10

      Awesome congrats!!!!

    • @hollystmartin7126
      @hollystmartin7126 11 місяців тому +1

      Congratulations!!!

    • @baigpigpig
      @baigpigpig 11 місяців тому +1

      this guy is fucking with us lol, e drove 2000km and gave up cuz of 90$ in gas fees???? give me a fucking break bro

    • @tombarber3063
      @tombarber3063 11 місяців тому +2

      ​@@baigpigpiglol would you want to sit around for 3 days for the possibility for the weather to chsnge without a guarantee? also the wear and tear on the truck idling for that long?

    • @vickijohnson6125
      @vickijohnson6125 9 місяців тому +1

      Congratulations, babies are so precious 👶

  • @bambammoody
    @bambammoody 11 місяців тому +73

    You've really got something special here Timmy with all you do and how you go about doing it because just look at all of these comments. Everyone of us have had you on our minds this past week or so wondering if you were OK or not. Concerned for our UA-camr friend that we've never met personally but still have a great admiration for you the person. It says a lot for who you are my friend and you inspire us at so many levels. So glad to hear from you and look forward to this next episode. The Lord Bless you Timmy. 😊❤

    • @TruckHouseLife
      @TruckHouseLife  11 місяців тому +14

      Thanks for the kind words:)

    • @laurenm8561
      @laurenm8561 11 місяців тому +5

      That is so true, I was worried about him. I actually commented on his last post … because I was thinking about him and I was wondering how he was doing.
      He is cared about.

    • @bambammoody
      @bambammoody 11 місяців тому

      @@TruckHouseLife Your welcome friend !

    • @bambammoody
      @bambammoody 11 місяців тому +2

      @laurenm8561 yes he certainly is !

  • @markcrowther6495
    @markcrowther6495 Місяць тому +8

    Canadian RCMP Inspector here 34 yrs. AWESOME VIDEOS ! Served in the NWT and Nunavut. Drove the Dempster … brings back incredible memories. Nice rig ! Well done Son !!! ♥️

  • @DavidMartin-iq9ix
    @DavidMartin-iq9ix 11 місяців тому +65

    Nah man, this series and the previous attempt have been my favorite things to watch whether you succeed or not. In a weird way it almost doesn't add anything to the experience if you were to succeed. Seeing the blizzard, or the other obstacles that prevent you from reaching the goal are every bit as interesting

    • @baigpigpig
      @baigpigpig 11 місяців тому

      this guy is fucking with us lol, e drove 2000km and gave up cuz of 90$ in gas fees???? give me a fucking break bro

    • @Blackout_1692
      @Blackout_1692 7 місяців тому

      ​@@baigpigpigyou got to taking into consideration his truck is not cheap to fill up cuz he's got two tanks, and $90 is getting dangerously close to what it takes to fill that thing up.

  • @gregmauser574
    @gregmauser574 11 місяців тому +47

    I’d say that’s $75 well spent to keep you alive which is priceless. This has been the best series of videos you’ve ever done. Absolutely love it!

    • @necummins8696
      @necummins8696 11 місяців тому

      He is crying about staying alive. $75 is a small prce to pay when he makes a lot of money 💰 on UA-cam. He can shut the front door while his mamma whips his a$$

    • @baigpigpig
      @baigpigpig 11 місяців тому

      this guy is fucking with us lol, e drove 2000km and gave up cuz of 90$ in gas fees???? give me a fucking break bro

    • @raptus3049
      @raptus3049 5 місяців тому

      @@baigpigpig Or, maybe, it has something to do with the white out conditions too? Just maybe? Lmao

    • @Donkusdelux
      @Donkusdelux 3 місяці тому

      @@baigpigpig i do think he is blowing it out of proportion.
      looks like his computers are saying about -30f in the video. that truck should start fine if everything is in good order with it.
      We will start our 7.3l in -40c ambient because its where we live. cant idle them forever.

  • @paizogony1
    @paizogony1 11 місяців тому +33

    I never thought I would enjoy watching someone driving around, but this show is just enthralling. I look forward to new episodes and enjoy every bit of it.
    And Alaska is amazing! I live in Alabama... big difference.

    • @petestronach4949
      @petestronach4949 Місяць тому

      ha, that's funny 😆
      "watch someone drivin around" 😆🏆👏🫡

  • @Danny-sp9yu
    @Danny-sp9yu 11 місяців тому +15

    Better than any show on tv by far

    • @necummins8696
      @necummins8696 11 місяців тому

      LMFAO 🤣 🤣 he knows how to drive north then sleep then drive south he has made a mankind discovery. You should Wright a novel about himan compare him to Lewis & Clark so you can get him a noble peace prize

  • @thomaskeeler530
    @thomaskeeler530 11 місяців тому +65

    I don’t now you do it it other than you were raised to be a good person but you are not boring at all. You’re like that cool friend who people never get bored listening to your stories. You’re not fake and your humility shows and that is refreshing. Nothing pretentious about your show so to me that is why you are successful with your channel! Thank you again for all the time you take to show this couch champion a slice of your life up North. 😊

    • @RC-88
      @RC-88 11 місяців тому +3

      Well said

    • @TheMaximumMinimalist
      @TheMaximumMinimalist 11 місяців тому +3

      Lots of nomads on wheels have the humility and other qualities u mention. It's refreshing, I live on the road too...however my home on wheels isn't quite as cool as his

    • @baigpigpig
      @baigpigpig 11 місяців тому

      this guy is fucking with us lol, e drove 2000km and gave up cuz of 90$ in gas fees???? give me a fucking break bro

  • @rapidrespawnTV
    @rapidrespawnTV 11 місяців тому +9

    "It's amazing how small the world is when you start travelling." Amen to that

  • @MaryBethFarrer
    @MaryBethFarrer 11 місяців тому +73

    Thank goodness you’re alive! You didn’t fail…you gained new experience, and taught us all a lot along the way!

    • @helium5912
      @helium5912 11 місяців тому +1

      literally says Failed

  • @Grandpasoffice
    @Grandpasoffice 11 місяців тому +6

    My wife and I drove up that road just beyond Coldfoot in 2001 in a truck camper. We turned back due to the rough road surface. Coodose to you for doing it solo in winter.

  • @MotorRod68
    @MotorRod68 11 місяців тому +35

    I’ve been waiting for this video to drop. I’m out of work and in poor health. Feeling very depressed. I’m living vicariously through you. Keep those videos coming.

    • @ngs5554
      @ngs5554 11 місяців тому +7

      I hope you get better.

    • @sharonodell2660
      @sharonodell2660 11 місяців тому +6

      Hang in there. Don't give up. Keep up the good fight. Things will get better. Pray to Jesus to help you.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @KillTheRevolution
      @KillTheRevolution 11 місяців тому

      Well sorry about your luck cause this guy is reverse chemo

    • @Jen-K-2024
      @Jen-K-2024 11 місяців тому +3

      You're not alone! I understand. Keep fighting 😊

    • @donnab9015
      @donnab9015 11 місяців тому +1

      Hi Tim you are terrific! 👍✌️! MotorRod68 hope you start feeling better✌️

  • @bidog4505
    @bidog4505 11 місяців тому +11

    Well done video Tim, don’t forget to check you oil every 12 hours of run/idle time, at low idle your engine can lose more then normal oil past the rings. Fun to watch, good job dude!!

  • @johninalaska9563
    @johninalaska9563 11 місяців тому +30

    Excellent trip Timmy, the Ford company should hire you as a spokesman, you have proven that term "FORD TOUGH" I am 76 years old, live in Alaska 76 years and drive a 1989 Ford F150 4x4 Lariat that I bought brand new. Can't wait to watch you snowboard the mtn. You know the winds are crazy when the snow is blowing sideways. Thanks for taking us along on this trip.

    • @fredharvey2720
      @fredharvey2720 11 місяців тому

      What's your mileage

    • @KartTrackReviews
      @KartTrackReviews 11 місяців тому +1

      The only problem with that argument is the engine is an International.

    • @Erin-Thor
      @Erin-Thor 11 місяців тому +2

      Absolutely! I had an F250 that was a problem child. This makes me want to buy an old Ford again. LOL!

  • @99-Projects
    @99-Projects 11 місяців тому +28

    Timmy, i wouldn't worry too much about wet stacking. Semi's idle constantly. The 7.3 in your truck was used in ambulances, etc. that also never shut off.
    Something you might want to consider is a hydronic diesel heater it will keep your engine warm and allow easy starts in cold and sip on fuel.
    Keep on truckin!

    • @Docstantinople
      @Docstantinople 11 місяців тому +2

      Dude clearly doesn’t understand diesel. He thinks wet stacking means there gonna be field build up in the cylinders and then he just high idles all night for no reason and burns fuel unnecessarily. 😂

    • @baigpigpig
      @baigpigpig 11 місяців тому +2

      this guy is fucking with us lol, e drove 2000km and gave up cuz of 90$ in gas fees???? give me a fucking break bro

  • @greatwhitenorthcanada9600
    @greatwhitenorthcanada9600 11 місяців тому +17

    I'm so impressed that the drone works in that bitter cold. Great pictures on trucks passing you on the highway. So true , it is the journey not just the destination that you usually remember.

  • @lumiboi
    @lumiboi 11 місяців тому +15

    That footage from the pass was incredible. Thanks for taking us along for the adventure. You definitely belong and are “part of the club” as you said 👍

  • @kaneraiser17
    @kaneraiser17 11 місяців тому +26

    I have huge respect for those truckers that do the driving through that terrible weather just to get our goods to us ❤ Your videos are amazing, definitely not a fail! what an adventure, love love love your videos!

  • @michaelschmock6739
    @michaelschmock6739 11 місяців тому +7

    Even though we've never met, each time I watch one of your videos, it's like meeting up with an old friend. Safe travels, my friend

  • @debs5499
    @debs5499 11 місяців тому +15

    You have friends all over because it is obvious what a nice guy you are. So glad you played it safe and didn't take the bike out! I was biting my nails watching you travel those roads. The sunset was amazing!! Thank you and safe travel my friend

    • @Jaxsinholt
      @Jaxsinholt 6 місяців тому

      U weren't biting your nails. Stop lying jackass

  • @diogoazevedo684
    @diogoazevedo684 11 місяців тому +5

    Portuguese viewer here, love your videos, its not a fail when you go back home safely

  • @JosephTMeiroseIV
    @JosephTMeiroseIV 11 місяців тому +35

    Locking hubs while in Crocks in the Arctic Circle is a power move! Big fan.

    • @necummins8696
      @necummins8696 11 місяців тому

      Ford pu$$is. Cummins powered don't to worry about stupidness

  • @bobboyoop1141
    @bobboyoop1141 11 місяців тому +6

    I just have to say, dude, you have a "SET" on you for even attempting this! -75 WC, I shivered watching this!

  • @DebbieKnuth
    @DebbieKnuth 11 місяців тому +19

    You didn't fail. You were brave in trying. You should be proud of yourself. I LOVE your videos. I got to go the Arctic Circle and I live in Florida. LOL.

    • @eccentricsmithy2746
      @eccentricsmithy2746 11 місяців тому

      stupid for trying, not brave.

    • @warriorprincess159
      @warriorprincess159 11 місяців тому +7

      That's your opinion. It think it was brave and a fun adventure.@@eccentricsmithy2746

    • @Wretch1106
      @Wretch1106 11 місяців тому

      @@eccentricsmithy2746 These ventures got him a ton of subs, myself included. Stupid is as Stupid does

  • @nature10879
    @nature10879 11 місяців тому +5

    $7.50 a gallon and am over here complaining about $3.26 Reg and $3.74 Diesel a gallon, Smh. These old fords are tough if you maintain them as supposed to. I enjoyed this immensely, Hopefully you are able to make it next time. Not making it is part of the adventure, i am glad you turned around for your safety. Alaska is God's wonderland. The nature and animals are mind blowing. Animals especially birds are bale to survive those -50+ degree weather? Wow its something to digest when a human like me cant even survive without clothes if its 30 degrees.
    Guys don't forget to LIKE this video please

  • @BobbyHill89-cy
    @BobbyHill89-cy 4 місяці тому +3

    I am in the hospital right now, binging on your channel. I just had a kidney transplant and its incredibly inspirational how you endure and persevere in all of your situations that come up. Keep up the good work.

  • @TheReaper42069
    @TheReaper42069 11 місяців тому +6

    I absolutely LOVE the sound of the 7.3 turbo diesel… it soothes my soul! I can’t even imagine how it would make me feel to drive and listen to it for hours! And that hoodie is freaking sick too!

    • @MrRaitzi
      @MrRaitzi 10 місяців тому

      I have worked with boats a lot and sounds familiar to me ☺️

  • @hounds40utside57
    @hounds40utside57 11 місяців тому +4

    There's a couple company's out there that make a 35 gallon rear replacement tank and it really nice. With a 7.3 as well I believe I can go about 600 miles on the 2 tanks. Love the show! Good luck with all the travels

  • @deekelley891
    @deekelley891 11 місяців тому +5

    Let’s see-great music, crazy extreme weather, amazing little towns, stunning scenery, fan meet-ups in the most unusual places, sketchy driving, scary low temperatures, great friends strangely in the area popping in, caribou and bacon cheeseburger with tots-who needs the ocean? You’ve been to the arctic! What an amazing opportunity for you and experience via UA-cam for us. Thank you, Timmy.

  • @galeann340
    @galeann340 11 місяців тому +18

    Glad, you are ok.
    I don't know you and I was worried about you. It is not a fail, it is an amazing journey. I have seen things on your videos to the artic that I would have never seen in my lifetime. Thanks for sharing

  • @reed.k.h
    @reed.k.h 11 місяців тому +5

    "It's fricken negative whatever outside." Yup, that about sums it up.

    • @reed.k.h
      @reed.k.h 11 місяців тому +1

      Another of my favorite quotes from this episode: "It's amazing how small the world is if you just start traveling."

  • @patshankle3281
    @patshankle3281 11 місяців тому +23

    Awe man seriously I just got here. You never give up. That's wat we love about you. My granddaughter is here with me watching. Stay safe is what we want.💕💕💕💕

    • @KillTheRevolution
      @KillTheRevolution 11 місяців тому +1

      🤨He literally gave up in this video

    • @Docstantinople
      @Docstantinople 11 місяців тому

      @@KillTheRevolutionlol for real. Dude just drives several days just to turn at twice. Maybe if he didn’t go at the worst possible time of the year just to show tough him and his truck is each time then maybe he’d make it to where wanted to go. And then he high idles all night like a dooface because he doesn’t actually understand what wet stacking is. Timmy a smart boy y’all. 😂

    • @Jaydawg5422
      @Jaydawg5422 11 місяців тому

      ​@Docstantinople are you that miserable of a person?

  • @mattspaceguy
    @mattspaceguy 11 місяців тому +3

    Absolutely makes me die laughing when you say "CAN'T GO ANYWHERE!" Great video Timmy, love the series and I loved the last one too. Inspires me to get out and take advantage of the awesome place I call home.

  • @steveneddy9492
    @steveneddy9492 11 місяців тому +7

    I want a Drone like yours. To see it flying in those winds chasing the truck is cool.

    • @JT_Lamy
      @JT_Lamy 11 місяців тому

      Pretty sure its a DJI maybe a Mini 3 or Mavic, I've got the Mini 3 and its great for stuff like this. Just be careful using it while driving, they are cracking down on youtubers to make an example for other FPV people. If you're the passenger its fine, and it has some automatic following modes but if they think its being operated manually or not within LOS they will start to be jerks so be careful. You'd think not a big deal so far from people but they dont care lol. I love the videos though, great shots and keep trying for the ocean, the attempts have been a blast to watch!

  • @MrPhoton1
    @MrPhoton1 11 місяців тому +1

    Everybody donate some money for the idling diesel! 🚚

  • @kathygirlygirl4109
    @kathygirlygirl4109 11 місяців тому +6

    Timmy, that was an awesome trip though you didn’t make your complete destination, you made a bunch of people very happy by just being you. Thanks for taking us with you!

  • @bmoore3199
    @bmoore3199 11 місяців тому +3

    You made the best decision Tim !! Absolutely epic trip still. I have my 87 year young Mom watching with me and she is amazed 👍

  • @taleemulhaq
    @taleemulhaq 11 місяців тому +7

    Thank you for going and making the videos you did. More than half of us will NEVER be able to take such an adventure; however far or whatever you achieve, it is a dream to witness! Saftey first and thank you for taking us on your adventures!

  • @jerrytalley802
    @jerrytalley802 11 місяців тому +6

    Timmy, I agree, Ford should sponsor you with a brand new diesel truck. Tell them you will see how tough the newer trucks are, lol

  • @ChristopherHarris6005
    @ChristopherHarris6005 11 місяців тому +3

    Awesome video as always Timmy. Your adventure to the Arctic ocean is such a epic adventure it's a bucket list item for everyone who's into overlanding and other outdoors events can wait to see your next adventure with the track bike. Thanks for letting us ride along with you on your adventures.

  • @revenantmind2523
    @revenantmind2523 11 місяців тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @TLH442
    @TLH442 11 місяців тому +4

    A 1kW generator would supply juice to your block heater and battery blanket for a fraction the cost. Just park out of the wind and consider a truck skirt to hold in the heat. Some people set up a type of blow torch to get heat to the engine etc. It's like a steel tube and you only run it for about 30 minutes under the engine. You can try it out when you go to Tuktoyaktuk next winter. Kanuck bucks are cheap.

  • @Yiayia-t4i
    @Yiayia-t4i 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for making a really good decision not staying near the Arctic. Staying safe! It’s all good. You’re doing a really good job taking us along with you. Thank you. Take care

  • @terrysweeney363
    @terrysweeney363 11 місяців тому +5

    That drone shot of the sunset was spectacular.

  • @barbnd1512
    @barbnd1512 11 місяців тому +2

    Hubbie and I look forward to each of your videos. The best and most creative on UA-cam! We all have our crosses to bare, looks like you've figured yours out and are on the other side. I was in my 40's before descovering mine and overcame them once I realized what was driving me. Good for you! As the old saying goes "keep on trucking" !!! Thank you many time over.

  • @Cowboysstar
    @Cowboysstar 11 місяців тому +5

    Man it’s amazing how that truck makes it back and forth all those miles in that cold of weather, you are very brave my man! Enjoyed the video.

  • @waxedearth5425
    @waxedearth5425 7 місяців тому +1

    I shared your videos with a Canadian friend of mine from Thunder Bay, Ontario and he loves them. He drove his truck around Canada to work mining operations and currently flys to Nunavut 6-weeks at a time. He’s a heavy equipment operator who drives trucks with wheels as big as a normal truck out of iron ore pits.
    Needless to say, he appreciates your videos!

  • @backseatdriver4833
    @backseatdriver4833 11 місяців тому +17

    In 1954 my grandfather was in the Navy spying on the Russians from Alaska and my father was born in Kodiak. I’ll be bringing his ashes back there someday.

    • @texasgirl6000
      @texasgirl6000 11 місяців тому

      I'm sorry for your loss. We thank hin for his service May your father RIp.

  • @EasyBCLS
    @EasyBCLS 11 місяців тому +3

    Damn it! I’ve been waiting since the last arctic series to see the artic ocean in the winter!

  • @carriemainquist757
    @carriemainquist757 11 місяців тому +69

    You may have been tiny in high school but you are LARGE in your adventures and miles. Big Blue. BIG amounts of friends and community. Sweet Timmy!

    • @Kentstatehippie
      @Kentstatehippie 11 місяців тому +5

      Timmy, I have been worried all week that you would attempt something dangerous. So glad that you made the right decision. Safe travels. : )

    • @carinaallen9901
      @carinaallen9901 8 місяців тому

      Safe travels..your famous🙂

  • @bhanuyadav3451
    @bhanuyadav3451 11 місяців тому +1

    u got a crazy and a care taking good friend,,,he hopped into the truck with all craziness & excitement and cleaned it before leaving,,,,,tells a lot about a good person

  • @weezycoles
    @weezycoles 11 місяців тому +10

    I broke my hip a few days ago and watching you on your adventures is the escape I need while I have to stay in bed. Thank you!

    • @Jen-K-2024
      @Jen-K-2024 11 місяців тому +1

      Hope you heal fast! Rest & enjoy

    • @herlastvoyage
      @herlastvoyage 11 місяців тому +1

      Wishing you quick healing!❤

    • @necummins8696
      @necummins8696 11 місяців тому

      Stop doing stupid things. I have torn knee but I'm still climbing tress providing for my family. You don't see me crying about it

  • @gregquinn6827
    @gregquinn6827 11 місяців тому +2

    Whiteout madness! Glad to see Tim and Truck survive again.

  • @glennmarshburn6113
    @glennmarshburn6113 11 місяців тому +7

    Thanks for not dropping F bombs every 5 words. Enjoying your work since your trip to Colorado.

  • @brettdaniels3606
    @brettdaniels3606 11 місяців тому +5

    Do u have toilet in there

    • @Grabacuppacoffee
      @Grabacuppacoffee 11 місяців тому +3

      Yeah you can see it on the floor as he goes in, it pulls out
      ..

  • @HurricaneCosk
    @HurricaneCosk 11 місяців тому +3

    You wouldn’t drive the 10 miles to complete the trip but you eat cereal taking about it for 5 hours, drop off some mail, get gas and talk, take pictures, buy hoodies… are you purposely not going?

    • @HurricaneCosk
      @HurricaneCosk 11 місяців тому

      Even stuck around to talk to his buddy…

    • @leonschmidt7
      @leonschmidt7 11 місяців тому

      It’s the journey, not the destination.

    • @scottclifton6696
      @scottclifton6696 10 місяців тому +5

      Pay attention to why he didn't.

  • @sgee1464
    @sgee1464 11 місяців тому +1

    Timmy, you’re the kind of guy that shows up to help friends move. Says a lot!

  • @NickLund22
    @NickLund22 11 місяців тому +4

    I used to love the videos but man you repeat yourself entirely too much, it gets annoying after a while

    • @MaritimeUnprepared
      @MaritimeUnprepared 11 місяців тому

      Your mom used to love you 😢

    • @Sonic_Boom92
      @Sonic_Boom92 8 місяців тому +1

      Why is there even one negative Nancy here? 😆

  • @Gunsgame1966
    @Gunsgame1966 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow ! The landscape is so unreal we don’t have mountains to compare here in Australia 🇦🇺, being the oldest continent all our mountains eroded away thousands or millions of years ago , I guess I love the outback desert as much as you love your neck of the woods, not many people connect with the land anymore like we do ! Most people live in fantasy world all material crap 💩! I’m a crippled up old concretor but nothing better for the soul then the wide open spaces to breath life back into ya ! Keep the vids coming Timmy , really enjoying the insight into another corner of the world. Cheers 🍻

  • @lindablackwell318
    @lindablackwell318 11 місяців тому +1

    We're in the corner of South Carolina just a few minutes from Georgia one way or North Carolina the other way. My husband and I are enjoying following your adventure on UA-cam. Years ago we'd thought of travel to Alaska, but both of us have health that couldn't tolerate it now. My mister was a fine mechanic back in the day and is taking everything about the diesel in, and explaining it to me like our old times and was coffee in hand silent, watching the diesel not starting in the bitter cold at your buddies house, and the loading on the flatbed. It was great to see him so interested again. We're amazed seeing the truck cabin you made keep you so warm and cozy. Dude, thank you so much for sharing this adventure and the music too! It is all about the journey indeed, and everyone you're meeting up there are just such cool folks! Safe travels and thanks again for sharing these real adventures.😊

  • @bethseptember8
    @bethseptember8 11 місяців тому +2

    Your camper is built to last. Have had a Ford F150 as my daily driver for 23 years. Great combo.

  • @BlakePhillips-j6m
    @BlakePhillips-j6m 11 місяців тому +1

    Currently homeless due to a nasty breakup and doing it tough in a heat wave its been 40° for five days now. Your videos always lift my spirits, i hope i can travel like you one day mate. All the best ❤

  • @TrishaS2930
    @TrishaS2930 11 місяців тому +1

    Liked your comment about your burly Viking friends, I'm icelandic, so my forefathers were Vikings, actually just returned three days ago from a trip to Iceland to visit where my ancestors lived. Definitely want to go to Alaska, your videos are such a pleasure to watch, thank you for sharing.

  • @robster985
    @robster985 10 місяців тому +1

    I've been draggin a travel trailer, fulltime, for a few years now. Thanks for turnin me on to the hot n spicy road snack. Cheez-it's are grrrreat!!
    Stay warm and keep it tween the lines!!

    • @vickijohnson6125
      @vickijohnson6125 9 місяців тому

      "Keep between the lines" is what my friend used to tell me when I drove from Michigan to Columbus, Ohio. I love the farm lands, especially freshly tilled dirt or rows of corn.

  • @jonathankiser405
    @jonathankiser405 11 місяців тому +1

    As a 5th generation floridian, this looks like an alien planet. It's crazy. Thank you for bringing us along.

  • @TheArtisticGardener777
    @TheArtisticGardener777 11 місяців тому +1

    You won Timmy! You gave it hell brother…twice now! Most mortal men(those of us in the lower 48😊), wouldn’t last two seconds in those conditions. You’re a beast man! Keep on truckin’ brother!

  • @shanecates6242
    @shanecates6242 10 місяців тому +1

    They should make a programmer that has a pulse mode for idling. Low idle for a preset amount of time, then high idle for a few minutes. Love the show!!

  • @peggybaker69
    @peggybaker69 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow so glad you called it and turned back. That is crazy how much diesel you went through. You are right its the ride the things you see along the way. Not worth taking risks that could cause you harm. Drive safe, enjoy all your videos.

  • @mreddy8885
    @mreddy8885 11 місяців тому +1

    Those aerial shots at 41:53 were amazing!!

  • @alexanderbohm607
    @alexanderbohm607 11 місяців тому +1

    pro tip on the coffee my man....don't put it in the pour over right away, get a thermometer and wait for the water to cool to 190 or just below. Than pour it over the coffee....."optimal" extraction temp. Taste is noticeably different. When water is 200 or higher to much of stuff you don't want gets extracted....tastes thin and burnt.

  • @loboblue5441
    @loboblue5441 11 місяців тому +1

    No disappointments, at all. Epic what you've already travelled. Love to see it up that way, in the summer, too. Ty for the journey

  • @coolcat_88
    @coolcat_88 11 місяців тому

    I love that sunset shot starting at 37:25, beautiful. I also love the soundtrack to this series.

  • @lorimaloney6186
    @lorimaloney6186 10 місяців тому +1

    Hey Tim I just discovered your channel I'm hooked! I'm an older person who doesn't get out much and I'm in nyc So your travels are an escape for me Amazing what you do young man Thank you

  • @bkpatl2532
    @bkpatl2532 4 місяці тому

    @37:44, the best view I have ever seen. Thanks again for capturing and sharing your journey, what an experience it must have been. Here I am in Atlanta, Georgia worrying how had the traffic will be going home, LOL.

  • @Lakesidelife
    @Lakesidelife 11 місяців тому +2

    Love that truck Timmy! Thanks for the authentic adventures.

  • @Jen-K-2024
    @Jen-K-2024 11 місяців тому +1

    Your videos help me escape my depression for awhile. Thank you!

  • @jiivee94
    @jiivee94 11 місяців тому

    The drone footage at 37:46 is just.. no words. Almost made me tear up for some reason. Thanks man, and hello from artic Finland🙏

  • @chads4556
    @chads4556 11 місяців тому +1

    I gotta say my next set of truck tires is going to be the Toyo AT3s, your journeys are testament enough that they’re good in the snow.

  • @sswwooppee
    @sswwooppee 11 місяців тому +1

    Bailing was the right call!

  • @xJAWAx
    @xJAWAx 11 місяців тому +1

    If you had tried to get to the ocean you would have definitely been lost. Unfortunate you didn't get to make it out but I really appreciate rolling with the punches and staying positive. Still a great adventure either way.

  • @alariaesculenta8177
    @alariaesculenta8177 11 місяців тому +1

    "I'm adventurous but I'm not stupid" Glad to hear that 😁😂LOL.
    Anyways, you're very inspiring, down to earth or rather down to snow, (and ice). When I compare to another channel (I won't say which one) who did the same trip but in another frame of mind, I must say I prefer your style, not trying to impress, simply showing what's possible with your vehicle, with good prep, & how to deal with the inevitable bumps in the road. Just like real life. Thanks so much for sharing. Come and do the same in Canada reaching Toktuyaktuk, the ocean is right there.

  • @kornfarmer
    @kornfarmer 3 місяці тому +1

    I use to work at Halliburton in Deadhorse. You could probably park over out of the way by the sign for a night and no one would say anything. The companies and everyone is very hospitable up there. Especially in the dead of winter.

  • @jannehokkanen8175
    @jannehokkanen8175 11 місяців тому +1

    Greetings from Finland. I guess we have a little warmer here ;) Just found out your entertaining channel, thank you. I Used to drive 6.2d chevy van every day. That was a freaking cold car in the winter. Couple of times I had to make a fire under the fuel tank, to melt the diesel... Anyway, Instead of idling the whole night, you could keep the block just above freezing with one eberspacher or webasto or similar water heater with way less fuel. Those consume only one gallon in 8 hours, but I guess you know already. Your f350 disel engine( 7.3l, 445cid? ) breathes super cold air about 400cidV8 * 1000rpm/2 = 200 000cid per minute. It is a hell of a cooling. It's a miracle if it keeps the block above +80F idling in -75F weather. Thermally isolating the engine bay ain't bad idea either. And definitely keep the cranking batteries in warm place. Lead battery's energy drops 90% in very cold weather. And it won't take charging either. Maybe you know all of this already. Just making sure ;) Stay warm.

  • @mgratk
    @mgratk 11 місяців тому

    Not a fail, a sane decision in that weather. Amazing natural beauty up on top of the world, so thanks for taking us along.

  • @DirectCurrent4u
    @DirectCurrent4u 11 місяців тому +1

    I really like the part when You said; A trip is not about the Destination but more about the Journey! Thats 💯True in my opinion!⚡👍

  • @telescopebuilder
    @telescopebuilder 11 місяців тому +1

    The best road snack is Snyders Honey Mustard and Onion pretzel pieces!

  • @willcarbone833
    @willcarbone833 11 місяців тому +1

    Finally put my finger on who you look like. Ollie from Bring Me The Horizon, without tattoos all over you. Also your videos are 🔥 you put in the work. And you're a pretty chill dude, dude. Keep on keepin on.

  • @JC7318
    @JC7318 11 місяців тому +1

    Enjoying your videos. Thanks for helping me thru a quad rupture surgery rehab!

  • @petestronach4949
    @petestronach4949 Місяць тому

    gotta say tim,
    beautiful films,
    and your comments section is a feel good place,
    so many people in here really appreciate and love gettin lost in your visual travels and trials and or getting lost in their memories or dreams yet had,
    im one too, great to watch your trip and sneak a look into comments and the big lotta happy and kudos in here mate,
    people really enjoying riding along,
    it's awesome,
    i'm soon to lose my licence because of failing eyesight,
    been driving all over australia for 42 years
    old holdens old fords
    2 buses kombi some more holdens
    never been involved in an accident
    couple of single vehicle incidents sure, 🤦🏻
    my favourite was my toyota bus in the cold,
    beautiful place to live inside when the weather was shiite outside
    me n my dog,
    im going to miss having a license and driving,
    so i'll never drive these roads your on
    so i go with you mate,
    🫡🏆
    don't panic, im good with comfortable silence 🙏✌️🇦🇺

  • @jpfischer6003
    @jpfischer6003 7 місяців тому +1

    "It warmed up, high of -12°." What the actual... lol

  • @pierreleblanc5361
    @pierreleblanc5361 11 місяців тому

    The view you are giving us with the drone at the 41-42 min is just wonderful.

  • @jabigchad1749
    @jabigchad1749 11 місяців тому +1

    You’re a gem. Maybe do some short and intro at the front of the vid with the awesome view .and would love to see more Time in the little wake house.

  • @daverohn383
    @daverohn383 11 місяців тому

    I lived in my car for three months, in northern Michigan back in 1980, because I was nuts and thought it would be an adventure. It was cold as F***, but I made it work. You're crazier than I was! I never had to experience -75 degrees! At least you're smart enough to have a camper.

  • @Lledyl68
    @Lledyl68 11 місяців тому

    33:51 right on Man. Keep up the awesome drivin!

  • @SuzanneS2023
    @SuzanneS2023 11 місяців тому +1

    So cold and can't see. I agree w/you man, stay safe. Thanks for sharing your adventures

  • @blenhinton7566
    @blenhinton7566 11 місяців тому +1

    I glad that you decided to head south. A video isn't worth freezing to death. Be safe!

  • @jello1977
    @jello1977 11 місяців тому

    You didn't make it to your ultimate goal, but I would by no means call it a fail. Look at the amazing things you've seen, they experiences you've lived, the people you met and the lessons learned. Looked like a resounding success to me! I hope you enjoyed experiencing it as much as we enjoyed living it through you!