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  • @crwoodjr
    @crwoodjr День тому

    The Ford trailer camera/ tpms kit is a "must have" for me. Love it! Your battery/ inverter install was very well thought out and planned. Very impressive!

  • @gasolinedreams2691
    @gasolinedreams2691 7 місяців тому +60

    Ronnie runs a tight ship and seems to be a true craftsman.

    • @Grevlain
      @Grevlain 7 місяців тому +7

      The place is as clean as a doctor's office. Very impressive.

    • @airstreamnutsandbolts
      @airstreamnutsandbolts 7 місяців тому +2

      @@Grevlain clean shop = clean work

    • @Grevlain
      @Grevlain 7 місяців тому +4

      @@airstreamnutsandbolts Hats off to ya sir. Amazing shop and work.

  • @Tom37323
    @Tom37323 7 місяців тому +48

    You have succeeded in keeping me interested for 27 minutes and 38 seconds without me jumping forward in an RV mod episode. Congrats

    • @chilidog73
      @chilidog73 7 місяців тому +2

      Only channel where the tech videos are as fun as the travel videos!

    • @BenjaminMedlock
      @BenjaminMedlock 7 місяців тому

      They always just fly by!

    • @tomdomagala2226
      @tomdomagala2226 7 місяців тому

      i was just going to type a similar message and saw yours.

    • @sdanton
      @sdanton 7 місяців тому +2

      I’d appreciate telling us the cost for everything if we were doing the same mods. (Not sponsored).

  • @jillfearing4610
    @jillfearing4610 7 місяців тому +24

    I’m SO jealous of the clear window. Love that Ronnie buffs the floor. That epitomizes how he treats his shop and all of his projects. It’s a beautiful place and a fun experience if you get the chance.

    • @InTheMomentTravels
      @InTheMomentTravels 7 місяців тому +3

      The floor buffing edit was spot on...or is that spot off!

  • @padraigjohnson
    @padraigjohnson 7 місяців тому +12

    Ronnie is a rare find these days. Great at what he does. RV world needs more of him. So impressed.

  • @RJ_Reaganspaw
    @RJ_Reaganspaw 7 місяців тому +13

    Ronnie is true craftsman. "A man and his tools...it's a beautiful thing." Love the garage Zamboni too.

  • @Jay73425
    @Jay73425 7 місяців тому +10

    6:00 As an RV tech, when he mentioned a 12v DC to 110v AC relay, I immediately thought of the water heater element relay. It’s always enjoyable when a seemingly difficult problem has a simple solution sitting right in front of you!

    • @airstreamnutsandbolts
      @airstreamnutsandbolts 7 місяців тому +1

      Definitely

    • @surfnsocal
      @surfnsocal Місяць тому

      hoping to add a similar switch - any links to this relay? thank you!

  • @joedonbaker1673
    @joedonbaker1673 7 місяців тому +13

    Ronnie is the real deal. The world needs more Ronnies.

  • @elywalton7147
    @elywalton7147 7 місяців тому +12

    "A generator can help mitigate your overall solar budget." This stuff cracks me up! 😎

  • @seagullsbtn
    @seagullsbtn 7 місяців тому +17

    Charley flat out on his back with his toy is too dang cute!

    • @KeepYourDaydream
      @KeepYourDaydream  7 місяців тому +9

      I like it when he blinks so people don't think I slowed the footage down. Sometimes he is perfectly still for minutes. Funny dog.

    • @airstreamer
      @airstreamer 7 місяців тому +1

      I know, Right? He is so cute with that toy! 😍

  • @keithhathaway3004
    @keithhathaway3004 7 місяців тому +16

    I may need to buy an Airstream just so I can have Ronnie work on it. He is a true professional. Really enjoyed this series.

  • @ktmkirby
    @ktmkirby 7 місяців тому +6

    I love watching Ronnie work. He’s got the right tool for every job. I would’ve liked to have a shop and tools like his when I did my renovation. I basically did my renovation in my driveway with a drill and a skill saw!

  • @richardsaha6807
    @richardsaha6807 7 місяців тому +10

    Great episode! I waited all week for the ending of this episode and wasn't disappointed! Again, GREAT EPISODE! Thank you KYD, special thanks to Ronnie! A man who knows his stuff!

  • @fendr1962
    @fendr1962 7 місяців тому +6

    Just love following you all and the interesting things you do to your RV. But honestly you’ve all moved on to another level of RVing that most of us average RVers will never see or can relate to. But we have grown to love you all ,your family, and friends. And that’s what keeps us watching. It’s not so much the RV’ing as it is the really great human beings you all are. Thank you. The world needs more people like you all.

  • @jacktough
    @jacktough 6 місяців тому +4

    The man takes pride in his work, and takes pride in a clean shop. 👍

  • @swoodridge
    @swoodridge 7 місяців тому +10

    Ron is so knowledgeable. I don’t even own a trailer and I learned a lot. Thank you!

  • @ladikmk
    @ladikmk 7 місяців тому +10

    That was such a great installation, and absolutely fascinating to watch. Ronnie is a human who just happens to also be a well-oiled machine. That man is fluid and concise in his motions; no wasted time that I could see - and WOW - what an end product. Nicely done!!!

  • @barbaraclemons8753
    @barbaraclemons8753 7 місяців тому +9

    Those flamingos are so cute. My family "ducked" me this Easter at our family gathering with 222 hidden ducks all throughout my house. As of today I still have 40 left to find. Each one is a token of love.

  • @rodneylacy
    @rodneylacy 7 місяців тому +4

    This was really a very interesting and informative video. Ronnie is a wizard on Airstreams and his attention to detail shows. What a great couple of episodes. Now, lets go out and test the system!

  • @chilidog73
    @chilidog73 7 місяців тому +7

    Ronnie is amazing. He would be awesome to work with and learn from. I was in the RV industry for 20 years (in sales and management) and he is so knowledgeable.

  • @cliffmolz8719
    @cliffmolz8719 7 місяців тому +4

    Ronnie really did a bang-up job! Kudos! All the modifications are really nice! I'm currently sitting here in my 2005 28' Classic at a Campground just south of Yellowstone with very few modifications accept those I installed myself (New kitchen faucet, StarLink and an Easy Start on the AC). All works well for me, but I still like looking at all the candy through the window in the candy store! Happy trails guys! Keep the videos coming!

  • @foxrace0985
    @foxrace0985 7 місяців тому +13

    Holy crap! That's me!

  • @PeterRobinson-xi8mj
    @PeterRobinson-xi8mj 7 місяців тому +5

    Great content and it showcases the many products that are available to consumers as well as Airstream Nuts and Bolts and his ability to do a proper install of these products.
    I come from a back packers mentality of less is more and simplicity reigns supreme and now that we stream along, I find myself wanting more outside time and less inside time. Airstream appealed to me because of its simplicity with no slide outs, no generators and no fussy electronics to fiddle with.
    For folks like me this is too much but for others, this is a great example of how to do it right.
    Thanks again for a great episode and wishing you safe travels together.

  • @krk9612
    @krk9612 7 місяців тому +7

    Ronnie made matching blue caps for the unistrut for the inverters? He is a detail oriented guy. Quality work!

    • @DualSportDoug
      @DualSportDoug 7 місяців тому

      I noticed that as well.

    • @airstreamnutsandbolts
      @airstreamnutsandbolts 7 місяців тому

      I’ll take credit for the caps but Can’t take the credit for the color. The caps come blue

  • @larryoczkowski3493
    @larryoczkowski3493 7 місяців тому +2

    Excellent series. The way he explained each and every step, and the specifics of each device was very professionally done. Technician extraordinaire!

  • @ChrisD-kl3ty
    @ChrisD-kl3ty 7 місяців тому +4

    100% first class premium install!

  • @prepper1013
    @prepper1013 7 місяців тому +11

    I've been waiting all week for part 2.................Thanks guys.

  • @artallmon3773
    @artallmon3773 7 місяців тому +3

    We do not have a travel trailer but it is impressive to watch the meticulous quality of Ronnie’s work performing the upgrades, mods, and installs. Congratulations on the improvements to the Airstream.

  • @frankiehoosier9165
    @frankiehoosier9165 7 місяців тому +29

    So.....if irc on last week's video (part 1) you said that the total cost and / or breakdown of this "Dream Build" would be revealed .
    I carefully watched this whole EXCELLENT PRESENTATION but .....no cost/breakdown.
    Please reveal the total cost and or breakdown for our enquiring minds.....we would ALL surely appreciate it.
    Thank you.........again.

    • @Millard-vo3ds
      @Millard-vo3ds 7 місяців тому +10

      Then they would have to explain about all the free stuff they were given. Very disingenuous.

    • @mattmeyer6471
      @mattmeyer6471 7 місяців тому +4

      @@Millard-vo3ds but it could be a full breakdown if someone outside ordered everything and had it installed. no free stuff.

    • @scottmichaels12
      @scottmichaels12 7 місяців тому +5

      They literally got everything for FREE! How can they breakdown the cost? They admitted last week that Battle Born and Victron sent them free stuff plus I'm sure Ronnie gave them a free install for publicity. I think KYD is great, but they have NO IDEA how much things actually cost because they haven't paid for anything in years!

    • @kal7049
      @kal7049 7 місяців тому +5

      They can list the retail costs in a price breakdown. Who cares if they get it for free or if they barter goods and services for free advertising. It’s a perk they get because they have created an excellent UA-cam channel.

    • @bobabooie6389
      @bobabooie6389 Місяць тому

      I think he paid the $15 for that little button that lights up🙂

  • @brettelizabethspore
    @brettelizabethspore 7 місяців тому +3

    Great video. You have such a great working relationship with each and with Ronnie.

  • @zedhead2864
    @zedhead2864 7 місяців тому +8

    Ronnie is such a great guy!

  • @HabitualButtonPusher
    @HabitualButtonPusher 7 місяців тому +2

    This is quite the innovative shop. Huge props to this place!

  • @st6795
    @st6795 7 місяців тому +3

    Wow, this guy is extremely good at all this.

  • @SARGENTO007A
    @SARGENTO007A 7 місяців тому +17

    The flamingo prank hillarious! He really uses his shop.

  • @gregsutton2400
    @gregsutton2400 7 місяців тому +2

    Truck camper guy but great to watch a craftsman

  • @roryoconnell7759
    @roryoconnell7759 7 місяців тому +2

    Love watching this guy work. When passion and knowledge combine like this it becomes performance art. The video editing helps too.

  • @st6795
    @st6795 7 місяців тому +3

    Ronnie is the man!!

  • @bambootamboo3680
    @bambootamboo3680 7 місяців тому +2

    I have always dreamed of changing out our airstream’s frosted door window. Would love more details on that for us DIYers. Info like…where did you order the tinted window from, installment tips, and did you also install a privacy shade…or maybe you have found that unnecessary. Love all the great mod ideas. Keep it up, and…thanks!

    • @airstreamnutsandbolts
      @airstreamnutsandbolts 7 місяців тому +2

      I have an OEM deal with Paragon. You can’t buy the glass direct. I can sell you a piece aftermarket, but this project would be a pretty advanced DIY project.

  • @maga5381
    @maga5381 7 місяців тому +2

    I love to watch talented and passionate craftspeople. Great work.

  • @wendellhii1622
    @wendellhii1622 7 місяців тому +9

    Congrats to the lithium battery winner

  • @jordanh4127
    @jordanh4127 7 місяців тому +2

    Wow! So amazing! I have been watching since the first episode! You have really inspired me and our 5 (soon to be 6) kids to get out and explore. I see an airstream in our future.

  • @janicevoss864
    @janicevoss864 7 місяців тому +2

    Great job Ronny!! He is amazing. The quality of his work is incredible. Hope you enjoy your Airstream now that Ronny has performed his magic. See you all next week. Safe travels ❤

  • @Grevlain
    @Grevlain 7 місяців тому +3

    That Airstream is OFFICIALLY pimped to the max.

  • @kathleenrutherford733
    @kathleenrutherford733 7 місяців тому +2

    Excellent!! What an exciting build you guys are so lucky to have him, so smart and professional, jealously happy for you

  • @marleneclark4186
    @marleneclark4186 7 місяців тому +2

    Ronnie, your shop and skill set is amazing. This was amazing to watch you work. Enjoy the ride Trish and Mark. Loved the flamingo prank 🦩

  • @mariodagenais6625
    @mariodagenais6625 7 місяців тому +2

    Thanks to you four people, I had a very good time and it was very instructive since we are shopping for a small class A.
    I’m very happy that you are now very well equipped like that.

  • @Tia.H
    @Tia.H 7 місяців тому +1

    Flamingo-gate was hilarious! Great video and I hope you have a great Tuesday!

  • @wbridges100
    @wbridges100 7 місяців тому +2

    Great episode and Ronnie is so knowledgeable in so many areas! However you promised that you would discuss the cost of the upgrades (to the average owner). Please do so. Thanks!

  • @jeffreyferguson83
    @jeffreyferguson83 7 місяців тому +3

    Ronnie has the right tool for everything! The floor polisher is the ticket. He’s got a good sense of humor too! Those aircraft air vents looks like they will actually help you feel the air compared to what was there. Ok, see ya next Sunday 😇😇

  • @rickrichardson5329
    @rickrichardson5329 7 місяців тому +2

    Awesome job Ronnie. Glad yall got your upgrades and took us along. This was very enjoyable.

  • @davidjackman5773
    @davidjackman5773 7 місяців тому +3

    Great video. Ronnie is an craftsman that obviously takes tremendous pride in his work. It is thing of beauty.

  • @paulmleziva6574
    @paulmleziva6574 7 місяців тому +4

    I think the Erpods look bigger in an Airstream because of the reflection on the ceiling. They remind me of little Star Wars droids poking their heads out. 😄

  • @patriciadelorme9006
    @patriciadelorme9006 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing these 2 videos. I don’t have an Airstream, however I really appreciate how Ronnie gave the why for some changes without being prompted. Thank you for the extra education!!

  • @DualSportDoug
    @DualSportDoug 7 місяців тому +1

    18:50 TEMco Industrial has some very nice tools. I bought one of their hydraulic crimp tools (The TH0005) when I did my first Victron installation a few years ago. I made a video about using it to make battery cables back in 2020 when I did my second Victron installation.
    You are going to LOVE the new Onan inverter style quiet generator. I love mine as well. I prefer running mine verses my Honda EU2200i.

  • @SolarPowerMyRV
    @SolarPowerMyRV 6 місяців тому

    Great idea on mounting the inverter with the uni strut. Gonna give that a try!

  • @mudbud2550
    @mudbud2550 7 місяців тому +1

    Love the videos. It's amazing how far batteries, inverters and solar has come. Enjoy your travels and stay safe

  • @davidoverholt251
    @davidoverholt251 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow, this guy is very precise and good working on this upgrade! Acolades to this firm Marc!

  • @drs3055
    @drs3055 7 місяців тому +3

    Awesome videos! Learned so much! Ronnie is brilliant! WOW! He is an incredibly hard work. He KNOWS RV’S! What type of and shade of tint is on your Airsteam? Thanks for taking the time to do these videos.

  • @jeromehebert3184
    @jeromehebert3184 7 місяців тому +1

    just my opinion here but Pat Goss already said that mechanic shops of good mechanics are always really clean, and he must be great because his shop is super clean. He talks with so much common sense solutions and seems to be worth the money.

  • @offgridtruckerdude7133
    @offgridtruckerdude7133 7 місяців тому +1

    Very well made, documented and informational video. Thank you so much for your time and effort.

  • @MotorManiaTV
    @MotorManiaTV 7 місяців тому +1

    Just found you guys and really enjoyed the 2 part video on your upgrades and solar build!

  • @choiceblade
    @choiceblade 7 місяців тому

    Pure class. Your brand shines through everything: camera work, editing, music., Personal style, humor… hot wife. Just loved it. Got my sub.

  • @eshamblazer
    @eshamblazer Місяць тому

    wow that was very impressive!!!

  • @PatrickWagz
    @PatrickWagz 7 місяців тому +2

    Hey Marc, forget about your fancy, new Airstream...
    I wanna hear more about that floor sweeper, scrubber, buffer, polisher Ronnie was piloting at the end of the video!!!
    🧼 👍 😉

  • @geekmp3
    @geekmp3 7 місяців тому +2

    What a great series!

  • @ShawnPatterson402
    @ShawnPatterson402 7 місяців тому +2

    very very impressive. Nice build out, and super informative. thank you.

  • @rvfools
    @rvfools 7 місяців тому +1

    Totally awesome and entertaining guys! And Ronnie is definitely a class act! 😎

  • @pcbeachouse
    @pcbeachouse 7 місяців тому

    Another excellent contribution to Airstream mods. We don’t have an Airstream, it’s just fun to watch what you guys are doing and to what extent you’re willing to go for our entertainment, lol! I gotta put Alabama on the list just so I can visit and meet Ronnie. What a craftsman!! Great editing, as always. Safe travels! Not get out there and enjoy the well earned luxury of dry camping!

  • @lesathornton
    @lesathornton 7 місяців тому +4

    Happy Sunday

  • @kal7049
    @kal7049 7 місяців тому +1

    Ronnie is amazing!

  • @chilidog73
    @chilidog73 7 місяців тому +38

    When you guys are done this will be the best $300,000 trailer on the road! 🤣😂

    • @scottmichaels12
      @scottmichaels12 7 місяців тому +5

      Except all they did is buy the trailer. Everything else was "donated".

  • @ptcclatlptcclatl1683
    @ptcclatlptcclatl1683 7 місяців тому +5

    Found the pink flamingos at Tractor Supply just in case Ronny needs more.

  • @jerrypotter5006
    @jerrypotter5006 7 місяців тому +2

    Dream build for sure.

  • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
    @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 7 місяців тому +1

    I need a Ronnie !!!! His knowledge is impressive !

  • @2hyper517
    @2hyper517 7 місяців тому

    OMG! I sooo much love this episode! I want Ronnie to do my weekender package in my Brinkley TT❤️. I’m am sooooo impressed and overwhelmed with this solar /batteries stuff!

  • @margaretnifong6419
    @margaretnifong6419 7 місяців тому

    I don’t own an Airstream but lived all the info in this video. Safe travels and happy trails!

  • @raysmalley4647
    @raysmalley4647 7 місяців тому +1

    Only one word, Amazing!

  • @jon.landry47
    @jon.landry47 7 місяців тому +1

    Great video as usual, Ronnie is awesome.

  • @airstreamer
    @airstreamer 7 місяців тому +1

    Great advice from Ronnie about the lithium batteries. 👍👍 Fun with all the flamingos! 🦩

  • @marjoriebanovetz
    @marjoriebanovetz 7 місяців тому

    I love the flamingos everywhere. How cool is that. this was very informative. we have our new fifth wheel Grand Design Reflection 370FLS with solar. Loving it plus front living space more than enough room for our 4 springers. love all the information. we are still learning. 5 campers in 8 years we finally found our forever one. YAY.

  • @rickhill909
    @rickhill909 7 місяців тому +1

    Nice setup and Ronnie has an impressive set of tools and a nice shop

  • @johnr6658
    @johnr6658 7 місяців тому

    I'm not an RV'er, but thoroughly enjoy each and every episode. It's one of my week's highlights.

  • @conniewaite1371
    @conniewaite1371 7 місяців тому +1

    Spaceage technology, he is the master,the obewan.great video

  • @earlhunt2815
    @earlhunt2815 7 місяців тому +1

    Great build! I also added a thermistor controlled bilge blower and two fans to the inverter compartment to ensure maximum inverter efficiency. Florida heat kills power efficiency. Check out the Victron manual to view the drop in power efficiency over the temperature range.

  • @JoeyJackson-200T
    @JoeyJackson-200T 7 місяців тому

    I got my shirts the other day and I am excited about starting my summer to remember.

  • @MastersLightHouseProductions
    @MastersLightHouseProductions 7 місяців тому +1

    What an awesome setup!! Great job Ronnie!!

  • @kenkre1212
    @kenkre1212 7 місяців тому

    Me too. That was a long video for me. Fun stuff. Good luck with all your new trinkets. Stay safe.

  • @kevinthomas8025
    @kevinthomas8025 7 місяців тому +1

    Definitely some amazing mods, I've seen y'all modify like 6 or 7 rigs now lol. I most interested in seeing the propane usage now with the generator vs without one, especially in the winter.

    • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
      @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 7 місяців тому

      I think they swore they would never travel in winter weather again !

  • @davidclayton7552
    @davidclayton7552 7 місяців тому +1

    Fun to watch as I spent the last three days replacing AGMs with an Epoch 460 heated LiFePO4 battery, Victron Phoenix smart charger, SmartSolar 150/85 MPPT controller and a Lithium Battery Isolation Manager in my 2018 Newmar Bay Star. Keeping the two dedicated inverters so I didn’t have to rewire the main power. Will be adding Cerbo GX.

  • @jeffsteele1295
    @jeffsteele1295 7 місяців тому +1

    Great video as always thanks so much.

  • @tyb3938
    @tyb3938 7 місяців тому

    I thought I knew all the options till I watched this episode. Generator is cool, but it will burn through a propane tank in 3.5 hours. We boondock all the time and love AC, and just installed a Kubota 7000 in our new truck, 16 hours run time running two ac units and around 50 hours using our diesel transfer tank. Now if you could install a large propane tank in the back of your truck and run the generator for extended periods that would be super cool. Wish they sold those erpods in value packs

  • @JeffSylvester-uy3ze
    @JeffSylvester-uy3ze 7 місяців тому

    I like that smart plug. That’s something I think I’ll be doing.

  • @seawolff33
    @seawolff33 7 місяців тому +2

    Ronnie is a genius. Is there anything he can't do with RV mods :).

  • @tamirenno5845
    @tamirenno5845 7 місяців тому +1

    We upgraded to the battle born batteries also, and more solar panels… love them. We however, got a solar powered generator…also love that.

  • @rmccabe117
    @rmccabe117 7 місяців тому +2

    So many fantastic videos! Thanks!!

  • @eugeneenslow8563
    @eugeneenslow8563 7 місяців тому

    Although I'll never own an Airstream, I'm intrigued with these upgrades and how they'll improve your camping experience 👍

  • @cindyrose4155
    @cindyrose4155 7 місяців тому +1

    Great job!!! Fantastic!
    Love it!

  • @aaronrogers4759
    @aaronrogers4759 7 місяців тому +2

    Sweet Mods!

  • @raygrabowski8160
    @raygrabowski8160 7 місяців тому

    Charlie is such a good boy!

  • @peteroy41
    @peteroy41 7 місяців тому +1

    That shop is sweeet! Ronnie is a craftsman for sure! I would love to know where the 7 pin connector with the aux camera plug could be found??