Nice vid! Thx. My only suggestion would be to move up plugging just the EMS in to the power pedestal to 1st thing you do after getting out of the truck. That way, if there is a problem with the power and you have to change sites, you haven’t wasted a bunch of time and effort leveling, unhooking etc etc
Before we even back into a site I plug the electrical surge protector into the electric pedestal just to make sure that the power source is okay first. If it tests good then I turn the electrical breaker back off at the electric pedestal, turn on the LevelMate Pro, and then we back into the site.
Great job. There is definitely a difference with set up procedures when you are blocking a thru road in the campground loop. In that case I only level side to side, unhook, move my vehicle, and then finish the rest of my set up. I know my fellow campers are patient but I try to hustle and get out of their way ASAP.
Excellent video, now write it all down as a checklist. When you have. Checklist you don’t forget things and as you need to add items it’s easier with a checklist so you don’t forget the new items. My wife also uses a checklist to set up and break down the interior.
I would add that when using the Anderson levelers, disconnect your pigtail to the truck. When I am driving up over them I apply light throttle and feather the brakes until the trailer is level. If the trailer brakes engage, the levelers will slide.
Thank you for taking the time to do all this. I have been watching your channel to get the ideas for the right hitch to this one on proper setup. Between you, RV Odd couple, and happily ever Hanks, I am getting so much information. Great stuff here. Matt and Ellen
Thank you for confirming we are doing it right! We have sometimes felt like all eyes are on us at the campground and we will get “can I help you with that” visitor!
Quck disconnects on your water hoses are a great investment. I also tighten down my stabilizer jacks on the door side after I put my slide out on the 2800bh.
I have the same issue on my 2400BH. We usually level a bit higher on the slide side and then only put down the jacks after we put the slide out to avoid putting too much pressure on the jacks.
Great video Cory. Pretty much the same way and steps I take as well. It’s honestly funny because my wife and I have a set up routine, she does her stuff and I do mine. Some people comment how we seem to make it looks easy... well, it’s team work and communication that makes it happen. Yes, we often give each other the “look.” 😂
I usually run water through the hose and holster before hooking it up to the camper. Usually get a little dirty water that comes out for a second or two then clean.
With a few slight differences, this is exactly how I set mine up each time. I try to do it in a methodical way (break down too) so I don't forget something. Often that is hard when a fellow camper wants to chat with you or the wife needs help. Great video. Can't wait for the awning story!
Nice, I do mostly what you do. I use quick disconnect and I put my pressure regulator after the water filters. I use the the 3 filter one just like yours. Good information
Just a few observations Safety chains should be the last thing you unhook from the truck. Add a 90 degree elbow to your water hook up in your bay. This will shot the hose right out the bottom. X chokes work great at stabilizing your rig, but should never be used as stand alone wheel chocks. Stabilizers work best when extended to about 45 degrees. Less then that and they flex up and down. More than that they flex side to side.
Great video, I use the X-chock and standard chocks for the RV and my GF uses the fastway onestep chock for the horse trailer. I’ve been using the yellow blocks for leveling, but hope to one day get the Anderson levelers (or similar). Side note: one thing that I’ve gone to is the Dock-n-Stow trailer Jack stand. Like you, I was using a wood block I made, but over time it was starting to breakdown. I ordered the black gen 1 D&S and so far have been super happy with it. It’s light, attaches to the frame, durable and not horribly priced ($54 at the time of purchase).
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Enjoyed that thorough set up. I’m new to this and it sure did help. I have blocks that are same as yours but not the Xchock and other chocks you used. Still using chunks of split firewood. That electric front lift is a really nice feature. I learned a lot. That circuit protection is a very good idea. Thank you.
Excellent video! I liked the question about what to do when you need more lift that the Anderson levelers would give you. We ran into that recently. Unfortunately, we didn't have our lego blocks with us. So, I had my husband move the trailer over some until our levelmate pro said we were less than 4" off. Then I could successfully use the Anderson levelers. Since that trip though, I've put the legos back in the storage compartment. But you suggestion about a rubber mat is spot on. I wouldn't have thought of that. Thanks! I love your videos!
Thanks Chris! Luckily we’ve never need more than the Andersen could handle but I can imagine it wouldn’t be terribly uncommon. Good reason to still bring blocks or possibly built a tapered part out of lumber for this specific purpose. Thanks for watching!
Great video fellar! I recently discovered what you said about the stabilizer jacks is true. There is always gonna be a loose one. You need to do a second pass on those things! I think your process is solid, we do about the same thing but there is more beer involved! Happy camping!!!
Excellent information! I'm completely spoiled and have a 5th wheel with auto-level so I've never had to level a rig manually before! My sister just got a travel trailer (an Imagine--Made by Grand Design) and she thinks I'm an expert whose going to show her how to do it (since I have an RV right?). Well, thanks to your video I'll still look like an expert even though I'm a noob!! LOL! Thanks for the video!!
I agree with all the steps with 1 suggestion. Plug your power analyzer in right away and check the pedestal for good power. We have had problems in the past and you don't want to spend a bunch of time leveling and stabilizing only to find out that you need to move spots because the power pedestal is faulty. Ask me how I know. I liked the idea about making sure the hot water tank is filling before you turn it on. Also, when boondocking, test the water pump to see if it pressurizes and turns off or there is air in the lines. I love the gauge on that hitch head!!
Since you do not have a breaker on the outside box, I don’t either, just use the breaker in the panel. You’re taking a chance of having the power partially connected then unconnected a few times when connecting the power to the camper.
Just about spot on with us, we do plug our plug tester in the ped before we do anything, nothing like leveling and unhitching to find out the ped is bad at your site
Excellent tips, I’d just add that you should get out and inspect the campsite first before pulling in or backing in. It’s important to know if there are any overhead obstructions, rocks, debris etc. that can damage your rig.
Unless you have some concern about someone stealing the hitch bars, go ahead and pull the pins in the hitch head and slide the bars back till they are centered on the L brackets and leave them there. I never hook up a water hose, I fill the tank and draw from the tank with the pump, that way you can never have a flood if something breaks. Co-worker had a trailer totaled when the shower got left on in the dribble position all night and overfilled the gray tank. The trailer was a lake in the morning.
Thank you for the rundown, I follow a similar setup. 2 items to add to that list: 1. Open the microwave outside air vent (otherwise vent over oven just recirculates) 2. Turn on propane Remembering those 2 items during teardown is always on my "did I forget to do" list as I'm driving down the road. One question on the X-chocks: Have you ever seen them bend as you level since you're installing first? The one time I put them in first before leveling, they really moved a bit since the amount I had to level was 10" up on the nose.
The manufacturer on these warns that putting them in before leveling front to back can cause rotational damage to your axles because the tires are trying to rotate in opposite directions. That could be costly and void a warranty.
So helpful, we are first time campers picking up our 2800bh this weekend. Do you have a printable resource with step by step directions for setting up by chance?
Newbie here and have only set up our rig one time when we brought it home. I'm probably totally wrong on this but I do need to mention it and would like feedback but when you snugged up your stabilizers it looked like it actually raised the frame which from what I understand can actually warp the frame. Am I wrong?
You should never level your rig with stabilizers but snugging them as you see in the video is fine. If they don’t have any tension on them they’ll back off and be useless the first time you climb your steps to enter the rig. Good on you for asking this question though. You’re doing your homework!!
Good video ... BUT ... when you tighten your stabilizing jacks a second time do you recheck your side to side and front to back levels ? Also just wondering if the stabilizing jacks are intended/strong enough to support some trailer weight as the trailer is lifted. Thanks
I level out, install the X chocks then slide out. I read some where that you can mess up your axles by x-ing then leveling. Don't know if it's true or not.
This may be a stupid question. But it’s ok to drop the ball hitch out like that? I usually lower it back down and then unclip the lock pin then raise it off
Great reminder video. Don't the 4X6 pieces add quite a bit of weight to the trailer cargo? Might there be something else you could use that would weigh less?
Do you have your emergency brake away cable intertwined with your chains? If you do you should change that. If the chain brakes it it can snap the cable and there is nothing to stop the trailer. I know in my state they are to be separate. Safety first.
@@WanderingWeekends I know I saw something about it on a UA-cam video with a DOT inspector also. Love the videos and the realistic things you show. Keep em coming.
I use an Eye bolt with a heavy washer on front and back that goes through my license plate bracket and back behind with a nut to attach my break away brake cable in case my hitch was to come off of the truck, not likely to happen but I have seen it happen and if you attach your break away brake cable to your hitch and it did come a loose you have no break away brake then.
Why do you put the stabilizers down before extending the slide? In my 2600 rb, I can't get the air turned on until I extend the slide since the control panel is in the bedroom. I hook up to power and then extend the slide to get the air on. Then I extend the stabilizers. Thoughts?
My parents had a small stick and tin travel trailer. At 13, it was my job to do the set up. We had just pulled into a camping spot, gravel pad and it had just finished raining about 20 minutes earlier. Mom was in a hurry to start supper and asked me to connect the power cord(120 volt). I was in the process of unhooking from the truck and I was on my knees just behind the truck. I reached up and grabbed the truck bumper to pull myself up. That was the moment we discovered there was a short in the electrical system as the shock threw me backward up against the front of the trailer. After that experience, the electrical cord was the last thing on the setup list. Dad was never able to find the short. Ended up selling the trailer.
I’m curious what you do when the Anderson’s don’t have enough lift to level the trailer? I’ve bought a second rubber pad from Anderson and then use the Lego type blocks with the Anderson’s on top of the rubber pads on top of the Lego blocks. I’ve found that an Anderson right on top of the Lego block tends to slip. The downside to this is that it’s very hard on the Rubber Anderson pads and so I’m thinking about cutting some plywood to be the same size and put that under the Rubber pad. Otherwise you basically mirror what I do. One difference is your water hookup. I have a brass 90 elbow that I’ve attached at my panel on my 2800 that I leave there permanently for the same reason you leave your hose hooked up. The way you tighten your jacks gave me an idea though. You can set the clutch on your drill to mimic the same level of torque your applying by hand and just go around twice with the drill alone. The one thing you left out is sewer hookup which especially for a first time camper would be good to cover.
Good ideas. We’ve yet to run into much trouble side to side. Front to back has been an issue once or twice. That’s a tough one when you’re out of room with the jack.
@@WanderingWeekends Funny thing was our very first trip out we were off side to side more than the Andersons could compensate. Fortunately the site next to ours was open and more level so that solved our problem for that trip. I think its only happened one other time since then.
I carry a 4 foot 2x6 plank which I can put under the levelers if I need more height. I also can use that plank if I need to raise that side up that much.
So why won't you run your slide out without the stabilizers down? We run out slide out when we are getting ready to go or coming home while we are in the driveway without the stabilizers down. Am I asking for problems? Our slide is a rack and pinion like yours (GD 2600RB)
The slide is very heavy. Early in our RV journey I actually had my front jack slide off of its support as the weight shifted while sliding in. Same could happen sliding out. I got away with it for awhile but I finally leaned I need the jacks down first and then slide(s).
Those clips allow airflow during storage. Love the 7.3! I’d make that decision again for sure. Especially with my particular trailer. Never breaks a sweat.
After checking clearance, I would be plugging in the surge protector to check the power. If you have a dead pedestal and have to move after your set up it will be very frustrating
Like the video until you took off the chains before unhitching the ball. Chains are first and last. If you somehow screwed up your chocking and the truck was holding it from falling down a hill, you won’t know until your ball is unhitched. Granted the jack is down, but I’ve screwed up chocking before and had my trailer slip off the Jack blocks and thankfully the metal circle dug into the ground a little. It was my 2nd trip ever and I was dehydrated and on an empty stomach just rushing to get it done. That’s why chains last my friend!
I’ve never experienced this while chocked (especially 6 chocks) but I see how it may happen if one doesn’t have things properly secured around the tires.
Hurts my head to see a super duty with a gas engine. I understand the concept but i could never go back to gas. My F350 is a daily driver that tows 10000 lbs maybe 3000km year but i love my 6.7
Don’t use the word “proper” or even “best”…tons of RV YTs touting their way is the only way. “Good” is a much better word. You can also say “We have found that this works best for us and here is why……”. And the best advice I have seen…have a set up and tear down checklist (from Changing Lanes). Good video.
Generally I would agree… but there are very specific reasons for this list. Reasons that your RV manufacturers actually suggest to maintain the life of your rig. One example is leveling AND placing stabilizers down before sliding out. So many think they’re OK doing it another way when in reality they’re placing undo stress on their slide mechanisms. There is a proper way of doing things sometimes.
@@WanderingWeekends - I absolutely agree, but it’s kind of like your video about the ‘tow police’…it’s often in how you say something. Again good video.
Nice vid! Thx. My only suggestion would be to move up plugging just the EMS in to the power pedestal to 1st thing you do after getting out of the truck. That way, if there is a problem with the power and you have to change sites, you haven’t wasted a bunch of time and effort leveling, unhooking etc etc
I absolutely love the leveling block storage that u have where some rvs have the fold up steps....amazing!!
Before we even back into a site I plug the electrical surge protector into the electric pedestal just to make sure that the power source is okay first. If it tests good then I turn the electrical breaker back off at the electric pedestal, turn on the LevelMate Pro, and then we back into the site.
great tip! thank you!
Great job. There is definitely a difference with set up procedures when you are blocking a thru road in the campground loop. In that case I only level side to side, unhook, move my vehicle, and then finish the rest of my set up. I know my fellow campers are patient but I try to hustle and get out of their way ASAP.
You gave me a great idea with your permanent hose attachment at the water intake. I hate trying to tighten that by hand every time.
Excellent video, now write it all down as a checklist. When you have. Checklist you don’t forget things and as you need to add items it’s easier with a checklist so you don’t forget the new items. My wife also uses a checklist to set up and break down the interior.
I would add that when using the Anderson levelers, disconnect your pigtail to the truck. When I am driving up over them I apply light throttle and feather the brakes until the trailer is level. If the trailer brakes engage, the levelers will slide.
Great video! We just bought a camper last week and your video will be a big help.
Glad it was helpful!
Very worthwhile, so I am a new subscriber. Your instruction enabled me to improve my setup checklist. Thanks for sharing.
Welcome! We are glad you’re here.
Thank you for taking the time to do all this. I have been watching your channel to get the ideas for the right hitch to this one on proper setup. Between you, RV Odd couple, and happily ever Hanks, I am getting so much information. Great stuff here. Matt and Ellen
Thanks guys!!
Thank you for confirming we are doing it right! We have sometimes felt like all eyes are on us at the campground and we will get “can I help you with that” visitor!
Haha! I know the feeling… especially if our neighbor is a subscriber!! 🤣😂
Great video. We just bought a 2021 2800BH and are super excited for our first trip in it!
Hope you enjoy it!
Quck disconnects on your water hoses are a great investment.
I also tighten down my stabilizer jacks on the door side after I put my slide out on the 2800bh.
I have the same issue on my 2400BH. We usually level a bit higher on the slide side and then only put down the jacks after we put the slide out to avoid putting too much pressure on the jacks.
I agree with Alan, I always check power before anything else ! Have run across some bad peds and had to move ! other wise great vid !
Agree 100%.
Great video Cory. Pretty much the same way and steps I take as well. It’s honestly funny because my wife and I have a set up routine, she does her stuff and I do mine. Some people comment how we seem to make it looks easy... well, it’s team work and communication that makes it happen. Yes, we often give each other the “look.” 😂
Oh the look is well known around here. Haha. Brooke is definitely part of this process and she has is down.
I usually run water through the hose and holster before hooking it up to the camper. Usually get a little dirty water that comes out for a second or two then clean.
Yes!
Love the leader hose idea for your water hook up. I'm going to start using one. Much easier and less wear and tear on the plastic connection. Thanks!!
Appreciate you watching!
I use a 90 degree fitting that I never take off on the fresh water fitting. Less stress on it and no wear on the cheap plastic fitting.
Thanks for the great set up vid. One thing we do very first is check the power and water at our site to make sure they are functioning.
Yes! Don’t wanna setup and then move. 😂
With a few slight differences, this is exactly how I set mine up each time. I try to do it in a methodical way (break down too) so I don't forget something. Often that is hard when a fellow camper wants to chat with you or the wife needs help. Great video. Can't wait for the awning story!
Kinda my fault and kinda not… haha.
I could not help but look at your lawn. Is that astro turf?....it's beautiful......oh, nice thought out instructions on setting up.
Thanks for the lawn compliment! I wish it was astroturf about this time of year. Lots of mowing. Haha
Nice, I do mostly what you do. I use quick disconnect and I put my pressure regulator after the water filters. I use the the 3 filter one just like yours. Good information
Just a few observations
Safety chains should be the last thing you unhook from the truck.
Add a 90 degree elbow to your water hook up in your bay. This will shot the hose right out the bottom.
X chokes work great at stabilizing your rig, but should never be used as stand alone wheel chocks.
Stabilizers work best when extended to about 45 degrees. Less then that and they flex up and down. More than that they flex side to side.
Great video, I use the X-chock and standard chocks for the RV and my GF uses the fastway onestep chock for the horse trailer. I’ve been using the yellow blocks for leveling, but hope to one day get the Anderson levelers (or similar). Side note: one thing that I’ve gone to is the Dock-n-Stow trailer Jack stand. Like you, I was using a wood block I made, but over time it was starting to breakdown. I ordered the black gen 1 D&S and so far have been super happy with it. It’s light, attaches to the frame, durable and not horribly priced ($54 at the time of purchase).
Water hose quick-connects saves time and don’t leak. Just plug and play!
Thank you for your help!
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I appreciate that. Thanks for watching!
Enjoyed that thorough set up. I’m new to this and it sure did help. I have blocks that are same as yours but not the Xchock and other chocks you used. Still using chunks of split firewood. That electric front lift is a really nice feature. I learned a lot. That circuit protection is a very good idea. Thank you.
Glad it was useful. Thanks for watching!
Excellent video! I liked the question about what to do when you need more lift that the Anderson levelers would give you. We ran into that recently. Unfortunately, we didn't have our lego blocks with us. So, I had my husband move the trailer over some until our levelmate pro said we were less than 4" off. Then I could successfully use the Anderson levelers. Since that trip though, I've put the legos back in the storage compartment. But you suggestion about a rubber mat is spot on. I wouldn't have thought of that. Thanks! I love your videos!
Thanks Chris! Luckily we’ve never need more than the Andersen could handle but I can imagine it wouldn’t be terribly uncommon. Good reason to still bring blocks or possibly built a tapered part out of lumber for this specific purpose. Thanks for watching!
Don't hve a trailer, but that was interesting. I like how thorough and near you are. Good job!!!!
Hey thanks! Appreciate you watching
@@WanderingWeekends I ment neat, not near.lol
Great video fellar! I recently discovered what you said about the stabilizer jacks is true. There is always gonna be a loose one. You need to do a second pass on those things! I think your process is solid, we do about the same thing but there is more beer involved! Happy camping!!!
Haha. Cheers!
Nice video, after my last 2 setups, besides checking the slide I look for awning clearance also.
Putting ur pressure regulator at the water supply valve will protect you hose from high pressure. I had one fail at a site once. Great setup video!
Good point… I place it on the filter because I know how forgetful I am 🤣
Excellent information! I'm completely spoiled and have a 5th wheel with auto-level so I've never had to level a rig manually before! My sister just got a travel trailer (an Imagine--Made by Grand Design) and she thinks I'm an expert whose going to show her how to do it (since I have an RV right?). Well, thanks to your video I'll still look like an expert even though I'm a noob!! LOL! Thanks for the video!!
Ha!! That’s funny. You are prepared!
I agree with all the steps with 1 suggestion. Plug your power analyzer in right away and check the pedestal for good power. We have had problems in the past and you don't want to spend a bunch of time leveling and stabilizing only to find out that you need to move spots because the power pedestal is faulty. Ask me how I know. I liked the idea about making sure the hot water tank is filling before you turn it on. Also, when boondocking, test the water pump to see if it pressurizes and turns off or there is air in the lines. I love the gauge on that hitch head!!
GREAT point… precisely why I love our comment section
We have a Sunset Trail trailer and it came with auto leveling, we also put snap pads on. Works great.
Great video!
Auto leveling is definitely sweet!
Great video! Good presentation! ~Jim~
Since you do not have a breaker on the outside box, I don’t either, just use the breaker in the panel. You’re taking a chance of having the power partially connected then unconnected a few times when connecting the power to the camper.
Great vid Cory. Let me know when ya'll will be down close to me again. Thanks for sharing!
Deal!
Just about spot on with us, we do plug our plug tester in the ped before we do anything, nothing like leveling and unhitching to find out the ped is bad at your site
Some great tips. Thanks.
Easy enough. Thanks
Excellent tips, I’d just add that you should get out and inspect the campsite first before pulling in or backing in. It’s important to know if there are any overhead obstructions, rocks, debris etc. that can damage your rig.
Unless you have some concern about someone stealing the hitch bars, go ahead and pull the pins in the hitch head and slide the bars back till they are centered on the L brackets and leave them there.
I never hook up a water hose, I fill the tank and draw from the tank with the pump, that way you can never have a flood if something breaks. Co-worker had a trailer totaled when the shower got left on in the dribble position all night and overfilled the gray tank. The trailer was a lake in the morning.
Thank you for the rundown, I follow a similar setup. 2 items to add to that list:
1. Open the microwave outside air vent (otherwise vent over oven just recirculates)
2. Turn on propane
Remembering those 2 items during teardown is always on my "did I forget to do" list as I'm driving down the road.
One question on the X-chocks: Have you ever seen them bend as you level since you're installing first? The one time I put them in first before leveling, they really moved a bit since the amount I had to level was 10" up on the nose.
The manufacturer on these warns that putting them in before leveling front to back can cause rotational damage to your axles because the tires are trying to rotate in opposite directions. That could be costly and void a warranty.
Great tips! Thank you.👍🏼😎
Appreciate you watching!
So helpful, we are first time campers picking up our 2800bh this weekend. Do you have a printable resource with step by step directions for setting up by chance?
Congrats!
Check the description box. I have numbered the steps there. Maybe use a snipping tool and paste to Word to print.
Newbie here and have only set up our rig one time when we brought it home.
I'm probably totally wrong on this but I do need to mention it and would like feedback but when you snugged up your stabilizers it looked like it actually raised the frame which from what I understand can actually warp the frame. Am I wrong?
You should never level your rig with stabilizers but snugging them as you see in the video is fine. If they don’t have any tension on them they’ll back off and be useless the first time you climb your steps to enter the rig. Good on you for asking this question though. You’re doing your homework!!
Good video ... BUT ... when you tighten your stabilizing jacks a second time do you recheck your side to side and front to back levels ? Also just wondering if the stabilizing jacks are intended/strong enough to support some trailer weight as the trailer is lifted. Thanks
I level out, install the X chocks then slide out. I read some where that you can mess up your axles by x-ing then leveling. Don't know if it's true or not.
I’ve been x-ing before leveling for 5 years. No issues yet.
@@WanderingWeekends , good to know! Safe travels!
Do you have a pre-printed setup checklist that we could download and print off
where did you get the filter cage/stand? i like that it has a bottom structure to stand on the ground.
This may be a stupid question. But it’s ok to drop the ball hitch out like that? I usually lower it back down and then unclip the lock pin then raise it off
It doesn’t hurt anything if you’re on flat ground and chocked.
@@WanderingWeekends good to know thanks ! Love the channel btw!
Appreciate you being here!!
Great reminder video. Don't the 4X6 pieces add quite a bit of weight to the trailer cargo? Might there be something else you could use that would weigh less?
Yellow blocks maybe… but honestly they don’t weigh too much.
Do you have your emergency brake away cable intertwined with your chains? If you do you should change that. If the chain brakes it it can snap the cable and there is nothing to stop the trailer. I know in my state they are to be separate. Safety first.
Yes, I have a separate breakaway but I’ve yet to install it. I don’t believe it’s required here but I see where it could be useful.
@@WanderingWeekends I know I saw something about it on a UA-cam video with a DOT inspector also. Love the videos and the realistic things you show. Keep em coming.
I use an Eye bolt with a heavy washer on front and back that goes through my license plate bracket and back behind with a nut to attach my break away brake cable in case my hitch was to come off of the truck, not likely to happen but I have seen it happen and if you attach your break away brake cable to your hitch and it did come a loose you have no break away brake then.
Great video!!
Why do you put the stabilizers down before extending the slide? In my 2600 rb, I can't get the air turned on until I extend the slide since the control panel is in the bedroom. I hook up to power and then extend the slide to get the air on. Then I extend the stabilizers. Thoughts?
My parents had a small stick and tin travel trailer. At 13, it was my job to do the set up. We had just pulled into a camping spot, gravel pad and it had just finished raining about 20 minutes earlier. Mom was in a hurry to start supper and asked me to connect the power cord(120 volt). I was in the process of unhooking from the truck and I was on my knees just behind the truck. I reached up and grabbed the truck bumper to pull myself up. That was the moment we discovered there was a short in the electrical system as the shock threw me backward up against the front of the trailer. After that experience, the electrical cord was the last thing on the setup list. Dad was never able to find the short. Ended up selling the trailer.
Ouch!! Glad you’re ok!
Nice job Cory I pretty much do the same way as yourself 👍
Where do you get the clips that keeps your refrigerator door open?
Here you go… amzn.to/3woAKH4 crazy expensive on Amazon though. eBay my be an option if you want to save a few bucks.
Great video Cory. Do you have a video on your 50 amp service at your home? Did you install or have an electrician do it?
Brooke’s uncle did it for us. I really should have him do a vid on how to…
Great video Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
I pretty much do this except for connecting water and then sewer after the electric. Then I stabilize and open the slide.
I’m curious what you do when the Anderson’s don’t have enough lift to level the trailer?
I’ve bought a second rubber pad from Anderson and then use the Lego type blocks with the Anderson’s on top of the rubber pads on top of the Lego blocks. I’ve found that an Anderson right on top of the Lego block tends to slip. The downside to this is that it’s very hard on the Rubber Anderson pads and so I’m thinking about cutting some plywood to be the same size and put that under the Rubber pad.
Otherwise you basically mirror what I do. One difference is your water hookup. I have a brass 90 elbow that I’ve attached at my panel on my 2800 that I leave there permanently for the same reason you leave your hose hooked up.
The way you tighten your jacks gave me an idea though. You can set the clutch on your drill to mimic the same level of torque your applying by hand and just go around twice with the drill alone.
The one thing you left out is sewer hookup which especially for a first time camper would be good to cover.
Good ideas. We’ve yet to run into much trouble side to side. Front to back has been an issue once or twice. That’s a tough one when you’re out of room with the jack.
@@WanderingWeekends Funny thing was our very first trip out we were off side to side more than the Andersons could compensate. Fortunately the site next to ours was open and more level so that solved our problem for that trip. I think its only happened one other time since then.
I carry a 4 foot 2x6 plank which I can put under the levelers if I need more height. I also can use that plank if I need to raise that side up that much.
So why won't you run your slide out without the stabilizers down? We run out slide out when we are getting ready to go or coming home while we are in the driveway without the stabilizers down. Am I asking for problems? Our slide is a rack and pinion like yours (GD 2600RB)
The slide is very heavy. Early in our RV journey I actually had my front jack slide off of its support as the weight shifted while sliding in. Same could happen sliding out. I got away with it for awhile but I finally leaned I need the jacks down first and then slide(s).
Cool vid. You have one just on swintek slides?
Yes, just the dining/recliner slide.
Why do you use X chocks with your fast way chocks?
Habit. Haha. I put one on one side so I figure why not add the other. You’re correct though. Probably no reason for it on the Fastway side.
What where the gizmos in the fridge door? Great tip on holding the slide button for about 3 sec too! Are you still liking that 7.3L ?
Those clips allow airflow during storage.
Love the 7.3! I’d make that decision again for sure. Especially with my particular trailer. Never breaks a sweat.
@@WanderingWeekends I thought that may be what they were for. I'm going to have to find some!
Believe it or not they’re hard to find! Ebay helps.
After checking clearance, I would be plugging in the surge protector to check the power. If you have a dead pedestal and have to move after your set up it will be very frustrating
Yes! Great point.
What rail system is that for the steps?
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@@WanderingWeekends I actually started looking through your videos shortly after I commented it and found it! Thank ya!
Why the 3 seconds for the schwintech?
Allows the motors to sync each time.
What happened to the Awning?
We live in a gated community… gate got me.
Like the video until you took off the chains before unhitching the ball. Chains are first and last. If you somehow screwed up your chocking and the truck was holding it from falling down a hill, you won’t know until your ball is unhitched. Granted the jack is down, but I’ve screwed up chocking before and had my trailer slip off the Jack blocks and thankfully the metal circle dug into the ground a little. It was my 2nd trip ever and I was dehydrated and on an empty stomach just rushing to get it done. That’s why chains last my friend!
I’ve never experienced this while chocked (especially 6 chocks) but I see how it may happen if one doesn’t have things properly secured around the tires.
Awesome video sir.
Many thanks!
good video. noob here
Thanks!
@@WanderingWeekends FYI your vids are helping renters too! off iOS apps like RVeay and Outdoorsy.
Hurts my head to see a super duty with a gas engine. I understand the concept but i could never go back to gas. My F350 is a daily driver that tows 10000 lbs maybe 3000km year but i love my 6.7
Emission parts on diesels hurt my head… 🤣
Ok definitely need a man after all. I could never do all this myself.
No way! Plenty of solo women crushing it!
Please Jesus come on.... LOL Been there, done that.
Every time… haha
@@WanderingWeekends We bought our first camper last year and are really enjoying it. You have a great channel, enjoy watching your stuff.
Appreciate that! Glad you watch!
So...about your social distancing?
I'm here for you... haha
Don’t use the word “proper” or even “best”…tons of RV YTs touting their way is the only way. “Good” is a much better word. You can also say “We have found that this works best for us and here is why……”. And the best advice I have seen…have a set up and tear down checklist (from Changing Lanes). Good video.
Generally I would agree… but there are very specific reasons for this list. Reasons that your RV manufacturers actually suggest to maintain the life of your rig. One example is leveling AND placing stabilizers down before sliding out. So many think they’re OK doing it another way when in reality they’re placing undo stress on their slide mechanisms. There is a proper way of doing things sometimes.
@@WanderingWeekends - I absolutely agree, but it’s kind of like your video about the ‘tow police’…it’s often in how you say something. Again good video.