As a commercial diesel tech I have some advice for you. That coolant tank is called a surge tank. When the truck is running and hot the level of coolant will expand and contract and surge up and down in that tank. On a Volvo the engine is cold; it should be filled to halfway between the minimum and max level. Even at the minimum you still were ok. If you fill it to the max when cold volvos have a tendency to start leaking coolant from the fill cap once the truck reaches operating temp. You will see red crystalized coolant running down and around the cap. Don't be alarmed but if it does start leaking you should try to have some of the coolant syphoned out of the tank with the engine cold to stop the dripping. Never open that cap hot unless you are experience tech. You won't damage your truck if you did fill it to max. There is a pressure release cap on the other side of the surge tank on the side. Keep an eye on the coolant level in the future. If it continues to drop down to the minimum or below(when the truck is cold) and you have to keep adding then you have a leak. Volvos are known for having the bunk heater cores leak. If you ever see drips on the ground of coolant on the passenger side under the sleeper bunk most likely it's the core or it could be the hoses leading to it. Be safe and happy travels. Sorry for the long comment just trying to help.
@@larryhicks7558 Single axle trucks when it comes to commercial trucks are used more in large urban areas for local deliveries. They have some advantages. The truck is lighter and can save on fuel. They are geared lower. Some have shorter wheelbases. This help maneuvering in tight urban areas especially backing into tight docks. They are usually less expensive day cab only trucks. Very rarely will you see one going over the road. Hope this helps.
@@bigtruckbigtravels In snow or soft ground dual rear axles have a traction advantage to a single axle truck. You can engage your power divider. I have seen you use yours before on soft ground. If you had a single axle only you may have needed a winch out.
I absolutely LOVE the RV community. We have a large number of friends we regularly go RVing/ATVing/Cruising... not a club, just friends and it's wonderful. We always are helping each other, thinking of each other, reaching out. Love it. And even strangers... RVer's from all walks of life are all still just happy, helpful folks.
You guys are so incredibly generous with your time. It's always people like you that make these events so enjoyable for everyone else. Sondra I was not convinced about your cake until I heard ice cream. Then this was my face 😊
😆 🤣 that cake and ice cream is da' bomb! Of course, ice cream makes everything better! We enjoy giving back to the community and help others to find their path... wherever it leads. Thanks
What a fantastic video, it felt like we were with you guys and a part of the rally. Totally awesome to see all of the rigs and see everyone pulling into their spaces. What a great week that must have been, thank you for sharing it with us and looking forward to more of the journey with you guys! 🚙 🛻❣️
I'll bet that was a lot of fun, presentations and all. So nice of you to share what you have learned. All the big trucks were fun to look at too 😊Thanks for another fun video💓🌅
Wow!! Gave me chills to see them all together. Reminds me of a convoy I was in of 200 plus big rigs on the big road. Should have seen all the 4 wheelers move over😅 wish I could have had a picture of that.
Oh wow. This was amazing to watch all those rigs get together for the picture. Looks like so much fun. Again WOW. Amazing watching you guys as always. Love you guys. Safe travels.
Thanks for another great Video. I wish we were able to attend but it was not in the plans. We met at the West Coast Rally last year. I was a first timer. Yup the guy with the baby truck that hid behind the trailer almost beside you. I needed help... Sandra held the button so I could push open my 2 broken slides. What a fun way to met UA-cam stars. Your so right about the info, ideas and people. After you left some folks talked me into going out in the desert. I survived 4 days on 4 lead acid batteries, 1000 watt inverter and 2 200 watt solar panels on the roof. Thank you you're great people.
Oh, hi! Sondra was glad to help and that's exciting you survived off the pedestal but wow, 100 degree heat is tough. Great job! Nice meeting you in Caldwell and safe travels.
Hi there from Australia 🦘. I've been binge watching your channel while recovering. What a joy it's been to watch you both living life to the fullest. I'm currently watching your 2023 Alaska vlogs❣️ wow, you have no idea how much your vlogs are getting me through a rough time. Thank you so much. Your editing is incredible too❣️👍 makes me want to get our caravan out and travel more. Much love from Australia 🦘
I was hoping to see Gregg from RV Haulers Inc. In my opinion, he builds the highest quality HDT's on the market. Quality and workmanship is second to none.
Great video and you are blessed to belong to such a wonderful community with commonality and helpfulness. That’s what boomers do! Loved to see you got oil from a “brother” at no cost! That’s awesome to see. Safe travels. 👍❤️👏🎶
If you ever come through or close by Knoxville, Tennessee, I would thoroughly enjoy meeting you guys. you must be fun to be around with and have interesting stories to share. Hope to see you soon in your next video as well.
@@bigtruckbigtravels thank you so much for responding to comment that really means a lot to me. It appears to me you guys are very busy doing what you do and taking the time out of your busy life to respond as I read your reply a vision of you in one of your videos, saying you never know. I really hope we can connect. You guys are pretty cool. You’re my kind of people can’t wait for your next video.
It was great talking with you were getting ready to pull out. I did make it to the RV shop there in Hutchinson, thank you for the information. I also enjoyed watching the video regarding the rally, just wish I could have attended the BUJO journaling session with Sondra. Safe travels. Elizabeth
Thanks for coming out, Elizabeth. It was great talking with you. Sorry you didn't find the rally sooner. You would have enjoyed the Bujo session with Sondra. Glad you enjoyed the video on the rally. Thanks
Love the Trucks!!! When I saw the grain silo it reminded me of when I traveled there for work for Krogers dairy. I enjoyed the plane and space museum. Wished you could have went but it looks like you both were busy. You both are the best. Keep trucking David and Sondra keep asking “What’s next” be safe and I love your channel
Wow how fun that was and seeing all of the other bigger rigs must make you what to up your game 😉 Glad Sondra had fun in her class 👏 We have never been to a rally but we have always traveled from campground to campground and made many friends and we meet up from time to time. This is what I love about the camping community. Can't wait to see your next adventures 😎
I just met a new member of your "club"! They just left their Idaho home so they missed the Kansas rally...I told him maybe next year. His rig is a beautiful blue Volvo towing a Grand Design TT...the truck has a, yep, a jeep on it! My first ever sighting of a HDT (& remembered the letters in the right order!).
Wow! You guys were busy during that rally! The bujo class looked really fun! You guys hold a wealth of knowledge and experience and it’s so wonderful that you take the time to share it! Hope to make the rallies next year as we just bought a 2018 Volvo 780 and will be doing our bed build this winter. Can. Not. Wait! Be safe you two!❤~Wendy
Another good episode! Loved the photo of the big trucks and small cars. Pretty cool! That mac n cheese dish looked amazing! Would love the recipe! 🤓 Marilyn C
There used to be a HDT forum I followed with fellow Jack (?) That showed how to convert Volvo class 8 to class 7 HDT. Lot of good information and looked like fun. Now I live through your channel 😀
Wow looks like fun. Some awesome looking trucks. That cake looked good. Will have to find the recipe. Always love seeing all the trucks. What a neat video.
This was really a lot of fun to watch! I had no idea these rallys were so popular, with classes, great food, and the like. Also loved the sense of community you talked about. Sondra - you have piqued my interest in bujo …. Happy trails, be safe, and thank you ❤
Glad you enjoyed it! Oh, Elizabeth, you have started down the path if your interest is piqued... turn around now! There is no going back! 😆 😆 Sondra does enjoy it, er...addicted to it! 😆 🤣 Thanks for watching, as always.
We love watching you guys☺️. We are seeing the US through your eyes and videos. We used to camp before we got married and wish my husband was healthy enough to do it now in ur retirement ☺️
We appreciate your time watching the channel and are excited to have you along on the journey with us. ☺️ Sorry you can't get out yourself... but maybe we're the next best thing? 😆 Thank you
Very fascinating! The windshield chip repair was amazing. David, I wonder if it’s possible for you to go a vlog without a dad joke … no I didn’t think so! Besides, we would miss them. On to the next adventure … looking forward to next week’s. Safe travels.
Fun rally! I love collapsible kitchen gadgets. I a strainer, measuring cups, and large bowls! Amazon has some crazy packing strategies. 😂 I get boxes like that a lot.
HEY GUYS GREAT VIDEO BEAUTIFUL RIGS WOW OH MY GOSH AWESOME !! GOOD TIME FUN FELLOWSHIP AWESOME !! BE BLESSED & BE SAFE GOD BLESS ! I JUST LOVE YOU GUYS 👊✊🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏
Hi Medium Truck Big Travels! 😁 Naw, you guys are still Big Truck Big Travels. I LOVE seeing all these HDTs and HDTers together. I feel almost like Sondra in Michael's eating some Russell Stover's chocolate. 😁👍🏾💙🤍❤️
Just saw your video and had to watch another one. Van Life got me started UA-cam . Love your channel fellow Texan here. Amarillo.. LOVE Whataburger, too. Ya'll should get the Whataburger Mugs. Lol. Will watch again.
Welcome aboard! Glad you enjoyed it and excited you found us. We've been looking at the Whataburger Tervis cups... maybe Christmas? 😆 we'll see. Be safe
That was a fun video who knew there were that many big trucks on the road that were Homes. I'm in a 2002 astrovan.Conversion, so it's small but it works.Just for me the inside of your home is beautiful. Anyway great video and thank you so much... Happy trails❤❤
Thanks so much for your time watching the channel. The Astro Van is super flexible which is nice! Were you in Quartzsite this year? I spoke to a woman in one while getting water.
@@bigtruckbigtravels No that wasn't me but I hear they're pretty popular. I live in Portland Oregon right now.I'm on my way home from a couple of weeks exploring canada for the first time and that's been wonderful. Next time you come through portland post it before you're there and maybe we can get together. Blessings
Nice to see u/everyone sharing knowledge/experience. We need community. From our daughter recently “when does a joke become a dad joke? When it becomes apparent.” 🇨🇦 ❤ sadly our RV is in storage until next year😢
So great to be able to see the rally and experience it somewhat(through your camera). Always great video and glad to see David got his “boat”. Would love to know where to find the recipe for that cake you made Sondra. Be safe out there and see you soon.
Gave me chills to see the set up for the group rig photo, both the HDTs and the smaller vehicles. Some day I hope to have a similar set-up, but instead of a Smart Car, I'm hoping for a Mazda Miata! Early in your video I saw an older Miata, so guess it's possible!
It's always a cool picture of all the trucks lined up. A Miata is possible but our friends who have it put it on a rollback truck with a cover. It was the older lighr blue truck with a white box on it.
Loved every minute of it. Thank you David and beautiful Sandra.🫶🏻 PS: see why you bought all those cards.🤔😂🇬🇧 Love the fluffy indoor footwear Sandra, you squashed to death the poor animal!🤣🤣🤣🇬🇧
i have the small & the large induction cooktop from nuwave & i take them to events outa town & when we go camping during the summer months over here & are great for melting chocolate as since ive had these's i havent burt any chocolate , watch your videos every week & next time i'm in the usa i'll have to work in a meet & greet somewhere
For those who don’t have a lot of room for supplies. Like me in my 25’ Class C. I use an app called Zinna that is also on line that I can do a lot of what you are doing.😊 I’m sure you had a great time teaching your class.
Hot tip on cooking bacon, dredge [bacon in flour in a 1 gallon zip lock the shake them to get the excess off] the use a cookie sheet with parchment paper cook in the oven @ 425 degrees for 22 minutes, no mess no fuss
No, you are not downsized 😂. I can‘t image flat towing a Jeep behind such a long rig, I wouldn’t do it for safety reasons. Wow a Bujo starter kit for 20 people, what an effort, well done! My favorite an Excel based RV expense class. Sounds like there was some maintenance tracking included. Now, you have a boat, that’s funny 😂😂. Great picture of the trucks and Smart cars. Thanks for the video, was a great event.
Another great video 👏🏻👏🏻 RVing is a culture where 99.9 % of the people will come and help if you need it. I laughed when you were laughing alone at your torque jokes. 😂😂We are starting to slowly pack our rig to leave Ontario, 🇨🇦 and head to South Padre Island on Dec 1. for the winter months.
I’ve been watching your videos for several months now, so informative and beautifully documented, I feel that I’m right there with you on your travels. Being so new, I would love to know the origin of your last name. Happy and safe travels to you both.
Sorry, I would drive a large class a coach in with a small toad because I'm solo. I would make sure my safety net is staying inside before assessing my safety net and stepping outside.
Interesting video. Several of the trucks looked like regular over the road trucks and then others didn't. I didn't see any big rigs trucks pulling campers in Zion or Yellow Stone recently. They must have parked outside the parks and drove a smaller vechicle inside the park? Interesting video.
Definitely not in Zion, we stayed just outside at Zion Canyon CG. Yellowstone has Fishing Bridge that will fit. But most are outside and drive in. Most of these rigs are built to haul the RV trailer.
WIth sxs getting more comforts, like the Polaris HD 1500 jeeps are almost not necessary. The 1500 is capable if not more than a jeep has AC heat plush seats an low noise. AWD they are great an lighter than a jeep. 50 state legal when registered in the right state.
Downsized schmownsized; you’re still ginormous compared to 99% of the RVs out there and definitely have the nicest looking combo on the road IMHO 👍 (no offense intended to any other HDT owners following your channel…😂)
We agree! But it does seem like the rigs are getting bigger and longer. Not sure that's a good thing... but to each his own. Thanks for watching the channel.
Sondra, I would love to get a copy of your bullet journaling instructions. Would you be willing to link it or send it to me? Thanks. I have scrapbooked for many years but I like the way you showcase your trips and location stickers. Would love to see more.
Still find it amazing that you guys in America have such rigs…. Just doesn’t happen in Australia… and if it did… be lucky if there was a dozen places that could accept such rigs…. Certainly not caravan parks…. We recently did 3 mths away and some parks only had room for our 8 metre caravan(total length) & a spot for the car
Please show us some of your journal work. I am getting a motorhome and want to start creating a journal. I am about a 50 min drive away from any classes so I would really like to see what you do pleas
We want some electric Bikes. What are your thoughts on the ones that you have used and the current ones you own? Do you have any DOs and or DONTS when considering purchasing them? Thank You for all the great stuff you post!
Wow! Great questions. We like our Evelo bikes but 3 years ago they were the only ones with suspension on a hybrid type bike with good battery capacity and at least a 750w hub drive motor. Lots more to choose from now. It depends on what type of riding you'll be doing. Dirt Traisl? Paved trails? Short distance (less than 15 miles) or longer distances (greater than 25 miles)? Is weight a concern? Folding for storage? We are pleased with ours but there's a lot to consider.
Sorry, no, they were all used at the rally. Sondra just bought these supplies (on clearance) for the class. I'm going to try and get a video out on it in the near future. She had a lot of fun. Thanks
@@bigtruckbigtravels thank you so much for responding to my question! I always smile when Sondra talks about her Bujo, scrapbooking, being creative, etc etc! She’s my fellow creative sister!!! 🥰
What did you put on your wheels, or do you polish them every time you stop. I drove an 18 wheeler set of doubles and I was polishing constantly. Love a shiny SMI.
As a commercial diesel tech I have some advice for you. That coolant tank is called a surge tank. When the truck is running and hot the level of coolant will expand and contract and surge up and down in that tank. On a Volvo the engine is cold; it should be filled to halfway between the minimum and max level. Even at the minimum you still were ok. If you fill it to the max when cold volvos have a tendency to start leaking coolant from the fill cap once the truck reaches operating temp. You will see red crystalized coolant running down and around the cap. Don't be alarmed but if it does start leaking you should try to have some of the coolant syphoned out of the tank with the engine cold to stop the dripping. Never open that cap hot unless you are experience tech. You won't damage your truck if you did fill it to max. There is a pressure release cap on the other side of the surge tank on the side. Keep an eye on the coolant level in the future. If it continues to drop down to the minimum or below(when the truck is cold) and you have to keep adding then you have a leak. Volvos are known for having the bunk heater cores leak. If you ever see drips on the ground of coolant on the passenger side under the sleeper bunk most likely it's the core or it could be the hoses leading to it. Be safe and happy travels. Sorry for the long comment just trying to help.
Thank you for the detailed explanation. Good info. Appreciate your help on this.
So what was the advantage of having a single axle ? But I see now you have dual axle as normal. Do they have the standard gear ratio ??
@@larryhicks7558 2.64 ratio. Singled is less weight and good traction.
@@larryhicks7558 Single axle trucks when it comes to commercial trucks are used more in large urban areas for local deliveries. They have some advantages. The truck is lighter and can save on fuel. They are geared lower. Some have shorter wheelbases. This help maneuvering in tight urban areas especially backing into tight docks. They are usually less expensive day cab only trucks. Very rarely will you see one going over the road. Hope this helps.
@@bigtruckbigtravels In snow or soft ground dual rear axles have a traction advantage to a single axle truck. You can engage your power divider. I have seen you use yours before on soft ground. If you had a single axle only you may have needed a winch out.
I absolutely LOVE the RV community. We have a large number of friends we regularly go RVing/ATVing/Cruising... not a club, just friends and it's wonderful. We always are helping each other, thinking of each other, reaching out. Love it. And even strangers... RVer's from all walks of life are all still just happy, helpful folks.
It's a great community and we enjoy the fellowship. Thanks for watching and hope you have safe travels.
You guys are so incredibly generous with your time. It's always people like you that make these events so enjoyable for everyone else. Sondra I was not convinced about your cake until I heard ice cream. Then this was my face 😊
😆 🤣 that cake and ice cream is da' bomb! Of course, ice cream makes everything better! We enjoy giving back to the community and help others to find their path... wherever it leads. Thanks
What a fantastic video, it felt like we were with you guys and a part of the rally. Totally awesome to see all of the rigs and see everyone pulling into their spaces. What a great week that must have been, thank you for sharing it with us and looking forward to more of the journey with you guys! 🚙 🛻❣️
Glad you enjoyed it and we had hoped everyone would like the different perspectives of the rally. Thanks for watching, see you next week. 😁
Finally, David got his new boat!!!!!!😂
I know, right?!? May have to wait for a calm day to launch it though... 😆 🤣
Congratulations to David for the new boat......LOL
😆 🤣 yuck, yuck! I can't wait to try it out on the "open" waters!
I'll bet that was a lot of fun, presentations and all. So nice of you to share what you have learned. All the big trucks were fun to look at too 😊Thanks for another fun video💓🌅
Always great to be around this community and we enjoy giving back to help others on their path. Thanks for watching
Wow!! Gave me chills to see them all together. Reminds me of a convoy I was in of 200 plus big rigs on the big road. Should have seen all the 4 wheelers move over😅 wish I could have had a picture of that.
Glad you enjoyed it and that convoy would have been serious! I'll bet everyone pulled over! Thanks for watching
Thank you all great vid, never been to a RV rally looks like a blast❤😊
Lots of fun with like minded individuals who all want to help create a great experience. Thanks
Oh wow. This was amazing to watch all those rigs get together for the picture. Looks like so much fun. Again WOW. Amazing watching you guys as always. Love you guys. Safe travels.
Glad you enjoyed it and thank you.
Thanks for another great Video. I wish we were able to attend but it was not in the plans. We met at the West Coast Rally last year. I was a first timer. Yup the guy with the baby truck that hid behind the trailer almost beside you. I needed help... Sandra held the button so I could push open my 2 broken slides. What a fun way to met UA-cam stars. Your so right about the info, ideas and people. After you left some folks talked me into going out in the desert. I survived 4 days on 4 lead acid batteries, 1000 watt inverter and 2 200 watt solar panels on the roof. Thank you you're great people.
Oh, hi! Sondra was glad to help and that's exciting you survived off the pedestal but wow, 100 degree heat is tough. Great job! Nice meeting you in Caldwell and safe travels.
I loved to go to the Rally’s that my Parents attended (Airstream). Such a wonderful Community and people ‼️
That's cool. Great to get like minded people together and share experiences. Thanks
Hi there from Australia 🦘. I've been binge watching your channel while recovering. What a joy it's been to watch you both living life to the fullest. I'm currently watching your 2023 Alaska vlogs❣️ wow, you have no idea how much your vlogs are getting me through a rough time. Thank you so much. Your editing is incredible too❣️👍 makes me want to get our caravan out and travel more.
Much love from Australia 🦘
Thanks so much! 😊 Hope your recovery is going smoothly and we're glad our channel is providing some relief.
Whenever you are part of a community where every-one tinkers that much with there own rig, you are part of a great thriving community. Great opening.
Well said, Hans! Thanks
I was hoping to see Gregg from RV Haulers Inc. In my opinion, he builds the highest quality HDT's on the market. Quality and workmanship is second to none.
Unfortunately, Gregg wasn't there. We haven't seen him in years. Looks like he's doing good. I like his new bed material too. Thanks
Great video and you are blessed to belong to such a wonderful community with commonality and helpfulness. That’s what boomers do! Loved to see you got oil from a “brother” at no cost! That’s awesome to see. Safe travels. 👍❤️👏🎶
Well said! And thank you. It's a great community with everyone pulling together. Glad you enjoyed it.
If you ever come through or close by Knoxville, Tennessee, I would thoroughly enjoy meeting you guys. you must be fun to be around with and have interesting stories to share. Hope to see you soon in your next video as well.
Thanks, Tom. We have relatives in the Knoxville area so you never know.
@@bigtruckbigtravels thank you so much for responding to comment that really means a lot to me. It appears to me you guys are very busy doing what you do and taking the time out of your busy life to respond as I read your reply a vision of you in one of your videos, saying you never know. I really hope we can connect. You guys are pretty cool. You’re my kind of people can’t wait for your next video.
@tomwilliam5118 thanks, Tom. We're busier now in retirement than when we worked fulltime! Go figure! Someday our paths will cross.
It was great talking with you were getting ready to pull out. I did make it to the RV shop there in Hutchinson, thank you for the information. I also enjoyed watching the video regarding the rally, just wish I could have attended the BUJO journaling session with Sondra. Safe travels. Elizabeth
Thanks for coming out, Elizabeth. It was great talking with you. Sorry you didn't find the rally sooner. You would have enjoyed the Bujo session with Sondra. Glad you enjoyed the video on the rally. Thanks
Love the Trucks!!! When I saw the grain silo it reminded me of when I traveled there for work for Krogers dairy. I enjoyed the plane and space museum. Wished you could have went but it looks like you both were busy. You both are the best. Keep trucking David and Sondra keep asking “What’s next” be safe and I love your channel
Thank you. We have been to the Cosmosphere on a previous occasion. Next time. The rally is always fun... this year we were busy! 😆
Wow how fun that was and seeing all of the other bigger rigs must make you what to up your game 😉 Glad Sondra had fun in her class 👏 We have never been to a rally but we have always traveled from campground to campground and made many friends and we meet up from time to time. This is what I love about the camping community. Can't wait to see your next adventures 😎
It's a neat community for sure. Glad you're enjoying it. Thanks for watching
I just met a new member of your "club"! They just left their Idaho home so they missed the Kansas rally...I told him maybe next year. His rig is a beautiful blue Volvo towing a Grand Design TT...the truck has a, yep, a jeep on it! My first ever sighting of a HDT (& remembered the letters in the right order!).
Oh wow! 😊 Thanks for sharing. Maybe we'll see then next year.
Wow! You guys were busy during that rally! The bujo class looked really fun! You guys hold a wealth of knowledge and experience and it’s so wonderful that you take the time to share it! Hope to make the rallies next year as we just bought a 2018 Volvo 780 and will be doing our bed build this winter. Can. Not. Wait! Be safe you two!❤~Wendy
Ok. That's exciting about your truck and bed build! Bet you can't wait. Thanks
Another good episode! Loved the photo of the big trucks and small cars. Pretty cool! That mac n cheese dish looked amazing! Would love the recipe! 🤓
Marilyn C
Glad you enjoyed it, Marilyn. It may be over on our FB group. Lots of people want the cake recipe too.
There used to be a HDT forum I followed with fellow Jack (?) That showed how to convert Volvo class 8 to class 7 HDT. Lot of good information and looked like fun. Now I live through your channel 😀
Yep. Used to be on that forum too! It's all gone the way of UA-cam it seems. Thanks for watching
Scrap booking would never be my thing, but so many people would enjoy, well done you guys introducing other people to it. 😂😂😂
Not my thing either but Sondra loves it. ❤️
Wow looks like fun. Some awesome looking trucks. That cake looked good. Will have to find the recipe. Always love seeing all the trucks. What a neat video.
Thanks 👍 Really appreciate your time watching the channel. The recipe should be on our FB group. I believe Sondra uploaded it.
This was really a lot of fun to watch! I had no idea these rallys were so popular, with classes, great food, and the like. Also loved the sense of community you talked about. Sondra - you have piqued my interest in bujo …. Happy trails, be safe, and thank you ❤
Glad you enjoyed it! Oh, Elizabeth, you have started down the path if your interest is piqued... turn around now! There is no going back! 😆 😆 Sondra does enjoy it, er...addicted to it! 😆 🤣 Thanks for watching, as always.
We love watching you guys☺️. We are seeing the US through your eyes and videos. We used to camp before we got married and wish my husband was healthy enough to do it now in ur retirement ☺️
We appreciate your time watching the channel and are excited to have you along on the journey with us. ☺️ Sorry you can't get out yourself... but maybe we're the next best thing? 😆 Thank you
Very fascinating! The windshield chip repair was amazing. David, I wonder if it’s possible for you to go a vlog without a dad joke … no I didn’t think so! Besides, we would miss them. On to the next adventure … looking forward to next week’s. Safe travels.
That crack repair was amazing! You'd lose a bet on no dad jokes in a video! 😆
Your truck is still the coolest! See you next week!
Thank you! We think so too!
Fun rally! I love collapsible kitchen gadgets. I a strainer, measuring cups, and large bowls! Amazon has some crazy packing strategies. 😂 I get boxes like that a lot.
😆 🤣 it's easy to go crazy but lots of great ideas and products. Amazon makes it too easy!
Great video! I enjoyed the one-on-one conversation I had with David when the two of you were out and about. We'll see you on the road.
Great speaking with you and about what you do. Interesting stuff. Thanks for watching and hope to see you guys on the road.
HEY GUYS GREAT VIDEO BEAUTIFUL RIGS WOW OH MY GOSH AWESOME !! GOOD TIME FUN FELLOWSHIP AWESOME !! BE BLESSED & BE SAFE GOD BLESS ! I JUST LOVE YOU GUYS 👊✊🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏
Glad you enjoyed it and really appreciate your comments. Lots of heavy metal rolling around! Thanks for watching the channel.
Hi Medium Truck Big Travels! 😁
Naw, you guys are still Big Truck Big Travels. I LOVE seeing all these HDTs and HDTers together. I feel almost like Sondra in Michael's eating some Russell Stover's chocolate. 😁👍🏾💙🤍❤️
😆 🤣 that's funny. It's amazing the evolution of these trucks. It's neat to see it. Thanks for watching and we appreciate your support.
BEAUTIFUL RIGS OMGOSH WOW !!! IM IN LOVE 👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thanks 👍A very cool collection of "heavy metal".
This was nice!
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Thanks! 👍
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Thank you!
Has got to be one of my favorite all time videos. Love the emphasis on community. Please keep up the good work. Loved it.
Awesome, thank you! It's a great community which is one reason why we selected the HDT lifestyle 10 years ago.
Volvos are definitely very well represented...
Peterbilts, not so much.... I guess that's almost playing trucks! 😂
Yes and I think it's part history and part quality of the build such as the i-Shift tranny and the interior comfort.
Just saw your video and had to watch another one. Van Life got me started UA-cam . Love your channel fellow Texan here. Amarillo.. LOVE Whataburger, too. Ya'll should get the Whataburger Mugs. Lol. Will watch again.
Welcome aboard! Glad you enjoyed it and excited you found us. We've been looking at the Whataburger Tervis cups... maybe Christmas? 😆 we'll see. Be safe
Looks like you had a great time at the HDT rally. Looking forward to seeing your next journey. Safe travels 🚙
Thank you. Great rally and good to reconnect with old friends as well as make new ones. More adventures to come.
That was a fun video who knew there were that many big trucks on the road that were Homes. I'm in a 2002 astrovan.Conversion, so it's small but it works.Just for me the inside of your home is beautiful. Anyway great video and thank you so much... Happy trails❤❤
Thanks so much for your time watching the channel. The Astro Van is super flexible which is nice! Were you in Quartzsite this year? I spoke to a woman in one while getting water.
@@bigtruckbigtravels No that wasn't me but I hear they're pretty popular. I live in Portland Oregon right now.I'm on my way home from a couple of weeks exploring canada for the first time and that's been wonderful. Next time you come through portland post it before you're there and maybe we can get together. Blessings
The longer you use the de-scale filter, the more results you will see. Also, you can buy replacement balls for inside the filter.
Thanks, Phyllis. I saw the refills on Amazon. We're hoping to see some good results.
LOOKS LIKE FUN. SAFE TRAVELS LOVE YOU ANNAMAY
Lots of fun, thanks Annamay. 😊 🥰😍
Nice to see u/everyone sharing knowledge/experience. We need community. From our daughter recently “when does a joke become a dad joke? When it becomes apparent.” 🇨🇦 ❤ sadly our RV is in storage until next year😢
Love that! Funny joke! It's a great community. Hope the winter is short for you. Thanks for watching
Wow amazing never heard of this group until your channel. Amazing 😊
Glad you enjoyed it! We're a small, very niche group of RVers. Great community.
Looks like you were very busy at the rally. Can’t wait to find your next destination. Gig em
The week flew by but it was good. Thanks.
super awesome. very interesting!! AND informative 👍
Glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you taking the time to watch the channel. 😊
So great to be able to see the rally and experience it somewhat(through your camera). Always great video and glad to see David got his “boat”. Would love to know where to find the recipe for that cake you made Sondra. Be safe out there and see you soon.
Glad you enjoyed it! The cake recipe should be on our FB group as several people have requested it. Thanks
Gave me chills to see the set up for the group rig photo, both the HDTs and the smaller vehicles. Some day I hope to have a similar set-up, but instead of a Smart Car, I'm hoping for a Mazda Miata! Early in your video I saw an older Miata, so guess it's possible!
It's always a cool picture of all the trucks lined up. A Miata is possible but our friends who have it put it on a rollback truck with a cover. It was the older lighr blue truck with a white box on it.
Another great video guys love it Blessings too you both ❤
Glad you enjoyed it and excited to have you along on the journey with us. 🥰😊
Those molds are very practical for the kitchen.
We think so too! Thanks
Loved every minute of it. Thank you David and beautiful Sandra.🫶🏻
PS: see why you bought all those cards.🤔😂🇬🇧
Love the fluffy indoor footwear Sandra, you squashed to death the poor animal!🤣🤣🤣🇬🇧
Thanks. 😆 🤣 I tell her she's stomping on them!
Great to experience the rally with you! Travel safe. Don’t do too much torquing!! Lol
Thanks. I'll try to ease into the "torque zone".
You guys are a HOOT ❤
Just enjoying life. Thank you for watching
Thank you again. David I hope your torque job went off without a hitch.....😂
😆 🤣 Thanks
I saw us❤! Sad we missed your boondocking talk!!!!
Next time! It was fun. Thanks
Great video. I have never been to a rally, but I would love to go one day. 🙂
Everyone is welcome. Great fun with great people.
i have the small & the large induction cooktop from nuwave & i take them to events outa town & when we go camping during the summer months over here & are great for melting chocolate as since ive had these's i havent burt any chocolate , watch your videos every week & next time i'm in the usa i'll have to work in a meet & greet somewhere
Hi. The Nuwave are very handy and we like the portability of it. Always enjoy meeting everyone on the road. Thanks for watching
For those who don’t have a lot of room for supplies. Like me in my 25’ Class C. I use an app called Zinna that is also on line that I can do a lot of what you are doing.😊 I’m sure you had a great time teaching your class.
Thanks for sharing!! Sondra will check that out! Great idea.
You are soooo organized Sondra‼️I’d love to take your class‼️
She really enjoyed it for the rally. Thanks. Maybe one day you guys can get together.
What a great life yall live!!!
Thank you. We're very fortunate to be able to share our experiences with everyone.
David your dad jokes just keep on coming!!!🤣😆
😆 🤣 you can't stop them... you can only hope to contain them! 😆 🤣
Hot tip on cooking bacon, dredge [bacon in flour in a 1 gallon zip lock the shake them to get the excess off] the use a cookie sheet with parchment paper cook in the oven @ 425 degrees for 22 minutes, no mess no fuss
Great idea!! We may have to try that. Thanks!
Definitely some BIG trucks. The rally needs to provide presenters a way better screen. Thanks for sharing!
They are working on it. The last day was better than the first several presentations. Thanks
You make an awesome presentation pair!💙🤍❤️👍🏾
Thank you so much 🤗 We really appreciate your comments.
@bigtruckbigtravels You are very welcome!
Thanks for sharing 😊😊😊
Our pleasure 😊
Looked like a blast
Always a lot of fun. Neat group.
No, you are not downsized 😂. I can‘t image flat towing a Jeep behind such a long rig, I wouldn’t do it for safety reasons. Wow a Bujo starter kit for 20 people, what an effort, well done! My favorite an Excel based RV expense class. Sounds like there was some maintenance tracking included. Now, you have a boat, that’s funny 😂😂. Great picture of the trucks and Smart cars. Thanks for the video, was a great event.
We wouldn't feel comfortable flat towing either. They are getting longer. Thanks for watching
Another great video 👏🏻👏🏻 RVing is a culture where 99.9 % of the people will come and help if you need it. I laughed when you were laughing alone at your torque jokes. 😂😂We are starting to slowly pack our rig to leave Ontario, 🇨🇦 and head to South Padre Island on Dec 1. for the winter months.
Aawww! Getting out of the cold, eh?!? Don't blame you. I crack myself up. 😆 🤣 Thanks for watching
David, the part with the new torque ranch went a little long it almost torqued me off safe travels😂
😆 🤣 that's good. I may "steel" that from you!
I’ve been watching your videos for several months now, so informative and beautifully documented, I feel that I’m right there with you on your travels. Being so new, I would love to know the origin of your last name. Happy and safe travels to you both.
Welcome aboard... from a few months ago! My last name is Hawaiian where I grew up. My uncle is Duke. Thanks for watching the channel.
Great Community!
Glad you enjoyed it. A bunch of nice people for sure. Thanks
Can’t make fun of anyone there! Looks like some really awesome Rigs!
😆 🤣 lots of heavy metal at this rally!
Hi to both of you I hope you have so much fun ❤❤ I have the same cart .love Lisa
Hi there! It's a great little cart. ☺️ Stay warm this winter. Hope you are doing well.
@bigtruckbigtravels yes I will do .stay safe and well and I am looking forward to seeing more of your videos and travels I enjoy them so much 😊 😍😍😍
Sorry, I would drive a large class a coach in with a small toad because I'm solo. I would make sure my safety net is staying inside before assessing my safety net and stepping outside.
A Class A is definitely easier to RV. That's a good plan. Thanks
Lovely place huge rally lot of nice rigs
Great place for a rally. Thanks
Great Vlog! Looks like a fun event...even had a Smart car, car show!! They charge a wheel tax at these events!? Lol 😉
😆 🤣 oh, no... We'd go broke!
Interesting video. Several of the trucks looked like regular over the road trucks and then others didn't. I didn't see any big rigs trucks pulling campers in Zion or Yellow Stone recently. They must have parked outside the parks and drove a smaller vechicle inside the park? Interesting video.
Definitely not in Zion, we stayed just outside at Zion Canyon CG. Yellowstone has Fishing Bridge that will fit. But most are outside and drive in. Most of these rigs are built to haul the RV trailer.
Love y’all videos.👍🏻
Thanks so much. We're so grateful to have you along with us. Glad you enjoyed it.
I'm at ground level, , to see all those trucks, wow. I have mine up on my page.
Nice. Impressive from the ground or above.
I love watching your videos. Could you share the started guide so i would know what to do. I would love to start scrap booking. 😊
Yes of course! I think Sondra is golf to post on our FB group. I'm also going to try and get the video out of the class.
WIth sxs getting more comforts, like the Polaris HD 1500 jeeps are almost not necessary. The 1500 is capable if not more than a jeep has AC heat plush seats an low noise. AWD they are great an lighter than a jeep. 50 state legal when registered in the right state.
Aahhh... that's very interesting. Thanks. I'll look into that.
Welcome to my hometown.
Nice. We like Hutch. Thank you very much for your time watching the channel. ☺️
Downsized schmownsized; you’re still ginormous compared to 99% of the RVs out there and definitely have the nicest looking combo on the road IMHO 👍 (no offense intended to any other HDT owners following your channel…😂)
We agree! But it does seem like the rigs are getting bigger and longer. Not sure that's a good thing... but to each his own. Thanks for watching the channel.
Sondra, I would love to get a copy of your bullet journaling instructions. Would you be willing to link it or send it to me? Thanks. I have scrapbooked for many years but I like the way you showcase your trips and location stickers. Would love to see more.
She's going to put it on our FB group. She really enjoys it too. Thanks
Another awesome video!👍
Thank you! Really appreciate the time you spent on the channel!
Still find it amazing that you guys in America have such rigs…. Just doesn’t happen in Australia… and if it did… be lucky if there was a dozen places that could accept such rigs…. Certainly not caravan parks…. We recently did 3 mths away and some parks only had room for our 8 metre caravan(total length) & a spot for the car
It is amazing all the places we can go. Definitely wouldn't try this down under. But we'd love to visit and travel in a caravan. Thanks
I would sign up for one her classes in an instant! Just saying...😊
Wow, thank you! She enjoys it.
That food looks delicious
It was very tasty.
That’s quite the bulk feeder at your HDT Rally on the last day.
😆 🤣 no kidding! It "processed" a lot of meals that night! 😆 🤣
Please show us some of your journal work. I am getting a motorhome and want to start creating a journal. I am about a 50 min drive away from any classes so I would really like to see what you do pleas
I'm going to try and put a video out on the class Sondra taught at the rally. Congrats on the motorhome.
Thank you
We want some electric Bikes. What are your thoughts on the ones that you have used and the current ones you own? Do you have any DOs and or DONTS when considering purchasing them? Thank You for all the great stuff you post!
Wow! Great questions. We like our Evelo bikes but 3 years ago they were the only ones with suspension on a hybrid type bike with good battery capacity and at least a 750w hub drive motor. Lots more to choose from now. It depends on what type of riding you'll be doing. Dirt Traisl? Paved trails? Short distance (less than 15 miles) or longer distances (greater than 25 miles)? Is weight a concern? Folding for storage? We are pleased with ours but there's a lot to consider.
You guys need a golf cart to get around the camp grounds, and beyond!
And cheat us out of exercise?!? 😆 🤣 Thanks for watching
My husband and I love watching your channel ❤
Is there a way to get the Bujo sheets that you had for your presentation? Much love!
Sorry, no, they were all used at the rally. Sondra just bought these supplies (on clearance) for the class. I'm going to try and get a video out on it in the near future. She had a lot of fun. Thanks
@@bigtruckbigtravels thank you so much for responding to my question! I always smile when Sondra talks about her Bujo, scrapbooking, being creative, etc etc! She’s my fellow creative sister!!! 🥰
What did you put on your wheels, or do you polish them every time you stop. I drove an 18 wheeler set of doubles and I was polishing constantly. Love a shiny SMI.
Don't polish but I do clean them every time I wash. They look cleaner on video than they are sometimes. 😆
Joni said you glossed over the quilt too quickly
😆 🤣 oh, she did, did she?!? 😆 It's a cool quilt.
Use static remover on the peanuts that way U have control over them 😅
Great idea! Thanks
Recipe please for lava cake🎉🎉
Will upload soon on our FB group.
The smart cars were excellent for campers small and inexpensive to run not to buy thought
Yes. It's too bad they aren't available in North America except as used. We worry about parts availability in the future.