You sound very educated. You sound like retired at, 45. With a wad of cash in the bank. Then you must be Jewish? You are not filled with tattoos. And you sound strangely, educated. So you are a retired lawyer? That wanted to get out of the rat race early. I understand fully. I was in Broadcasting for many decades. Many times. Watching you jokers in the courtroom. But I digress. Yes it's a clear sign. You are relaxed. Educated. Calm. Jewish. Retired early. Have no, stupid tattoos. And you seem to be mindful. What the hell is wrong with you man? Don't you know you are dealing with, simple, hillbillies? You think you're going to save the world? What are you Jewish? Like me with a Motorhome? Do you realize what outcasts we are? Where do you walk on Fridays and Saturdays? To the lake? Of course. There are no Chinese restaurants around. What the hell are we going to do? I'm no good at fixing my own Chinese food I'm Jewish! I can fix burgers, chili, spaghetti and sushi. And none of that is kosher! So what the hell are we going to do? There's many things different about a diesel pusher motorhome and you are Jewish. There just is. Ha ha. Like when they bang on your door early Sunday morning. To attend their, Hobo Church Service. Outside of Freddie's motorhome. Yeah but I didn't get to sleep until after 5 AM! And they want me to do the lights and sound. And I was still sleeping! Dammit all! It's almost impossible to be Jewish with a Diesel Pusher Motor home. But I keep trying. Even on Fridays and Saturdays. I thought we were supposed to rest on Sundays? No? Apparently not. Not with a Motorhome. Some folks use their air horns to reproduce church bells. I DON'T THINK SO AT? I'M TRYING TO SLEEP! AFTER A HEAVY FRIDAY NIGHT OF PARTYING SMOKING DRINKING. SHEESH! It's always something on the road. I mean. You know. It's like that. At, Mercedes and John's place of the, RV Odd Couple, KZbin channel. You know it is. As they are a lovely couple with the campground. And have their, RV Church on-site. It's not a big campground. And they like to praise Jesus. All of the time. And I tip my, yarmulke to them. On Friday and Saturday nights. As I play in a, Yarmulke Rock Band. And we go, late on Saturday night. There is something about BLM, Dispersed Camping. It looks like the promised land. I think I'll go. For about 7 months. Then it's off to the beach for the next, 5! Yeah doggie! I would drive my RV Motorhome. To a tropical South Pacific island if I could. And stay there. But it's expensive to get a motorhome there. So I shall just stay on dispersed BLM camping. And pretend I am in the promised land. As long as I pay my yearly dues. To live in the promised land. Since I no longer pay any taxes. On Social Security only income. Of a miniscule amount. You know how it goes? If you didn't retire a millionaire. I certainly did not. Not by a longshot. I ended up on the wrong side of the eightball. Broke. It happens. When you try to support a big recording studio for years. Decades. And it all came crashing down with a Pandemic. I mean what the hell? Work towards something for over 40 years. And something you can't even see stops it. Just like that. After decades. RemyRAD
@HealthyVeganLiving9 күн бұрын
Wow, Jim and Karen, I have been enjoying your videos. I matter fact I’ve been looking through the Internet at older for travel class RVs. I’m trying to find between 32 and 34 so I have just enough room to maybe put a small car on the back end, in California using my regular drivers license I can haul up to 40 feet. It’s either that or I have to go back and hit the Books and get my noncommercial drivers license which I’ll probably will end up doing eventually. Your videos are informative and I’ve enjoyed both of you talking on the channel. I look forward to your next video coming soon. I have subscribed to you and I hope that your past the 10,000 mark and that you’re making many more videos soon. I am retired at 72. My wife is 68 and we’re hoping to do something fun in our golden years.
@RVIntoRetirement9 күн бұрын
Thanks for the kind comments. We wish you the best of luck in your future travels, we would not change this for the world.
@wareintheworldrv910811 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@tradermomo635525 күн бұрын
This is a helpful vid for new shoppers of pushers. Re chassis, you said "Freightliner or Roadmaster. Roadmaster is Monaco's in-house custom chassis. You probably meant Freightliner or Spartan which were the two dominant chassis for coach builders back in the early 2000's. Personally, today, I would only purchase an older coach from 2001 to 2010 (sans DEF of course) from any of these in no particular order. Monaco (Beaver), Country Coach, Foretravel or Holiday Rambler. What is my order of priority? 1 Foretravel, 2 Monaco, 3 Country Coach, 4 Holiday Rambler. This is based on many factors but these are my choices. Current owner of Beaver Marquis Tourmaline. Hope this helps!
@pedrohuertas551825 күн бұрын
Outstanding information thank you
@RVIntoRetirement25 күн бұрын
Our pleasure!
@markchilders8260Ай бұрын
I have a bike rack but it doesn't have a name Brent on it. Anywhere that I could see will who makes it. I bought it from a bike dealer but it was already out of o the box
@timlutz2355Ай бұрын
Newell is the cream of the crop. They build their own chassis’s from the ground up and everything in between.
@RVIntoRetirement25 күн бұрын
Same with our foretravel, factory built frame
@lorrainegehring9856Ай бұрын
This isn't a review of FMCA. This is a review of the vendors. How many vendors are in the Wyoming area? Really, man.
@RVIntoRetirementАй бұрын
So you are saying just anyone can be an RV dealer at FMCA shows or do they need to be approved vendors where FMCA reviews the quality of the vendors and the product they are selling. Has nothing to do with Wyoming BTW
@sarahgardner8856Ай бұрын
Thank you for the video, this was very i formative and helpful
@RVIntoRetirement25 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@sylvainblaney9379Ай бұрын
Very informative video it’s really helpful in my search for a good motorhome thank you
@RVIntoRetirement25 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@aliceinchainz3003Ай бұрын
the funnay part is i would take the old stuff over the new stuff any day of the week !!! nothin like a 1995 to 2005 diesel pusher man take it from a guy whos been living in an rv since 1981 and was a tank mechanic since 1977 trust me i know my stuff.
@dronevader1541Ай бұрын
Amazing, the number one problem to avoid that can cancel your trip for months is yet ANOTHER problem caused by the government.
@shirleyrowe4078Ай бұрын
Great video. You are so clear and just easy so listen to. Thank you.
@ImpalamansGarageАй бұрын
"Affordable" is clearly subjective.
@MarkpatrickrichАй бұрын
My mother and I on the way home from Mount Rushmore. We stayed at the KOA in Sheridan Wyoming. It was just starting to snow when we woke up and we were snowed in. I unhooked from my fifth wheel and pulled my truck forward when I woke up a big giant branch had fallen right in front of my truck, I pulled two more feet more taken out my truck but we had a good stay there. Got my mom. I got my mom some wine and we hung out watched movies when we finally had to go. My sides were covered in snow. I didn’t have a ladder and they help me at KOA to clear the snow off my slides so we can go on the road. It was a very nice day there. I enjoy your video about the KOA workmight be interested thank you again
@KerriBallardАй бұрын
How can I get a referral to this company?
@RVIntoRetirementАй бұрын
Go to our facebook page facebook.com/rvintoretirement and send us a FB message
@bryanmetcalf23772 ай бұрын
Hey Jim really thinking hard about selling our home and ring full-time. I'm set on a foretravel. Would really like to get your and your wife's thoughts on some things. Like to pm some how???
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
Go to our Facebook page and direct message us and we'll send you contact info
@Melidontcare2 ай бұрын
Reasonably priced ? Really ? I’ll take the pool noodle for 500 Bob.
@suzanne22322 ай бұрын
How much does it cost
@genelee85432 ай бұрын
Just buy starlink $700 approximately
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
We've added Starlink since this video but still use the cellular modem when driving or other special circumstances.
@vincentp.chianese28732 ай бұрын
Overall good information. A couple of corrections. Flexsteel did not pick the fabric on the products used in Motorhomes. Each builder specifies what fabric they want. A lot of builders got hit with the cheaper fabric from China. Lambright makes quality RV furniture as well as Villa and they were hit with the issue as well. Mr. Lambright told me he quit selling to Newmar because in some of their lines they used that cheap fabric and he was getting blamed for building a bad chair, but his chair was fine it was the fabric that was used on it that was at fault. Although there may still be units with the bad fabric still out there for the most part they have been recovered with better fabric. The word Ultraleather has become for vinyl the same as Kleenex has for facial tissue. So, if you must have one redone make sure you are getting “Ultraleather” the real thing. It is a Japanese company and is a good product. For the most part the DEF issue is behind us. One thing to be sure of is that your engine, which will be a Cummins, has had all the updates needed. Some of those updates took care of most of the DEF failures. Also, yes it may be great not to have DEF but here is an issue you also must consider, a lot of the nicer campgrounds do not accept coaches 10 years old or older. I know it sounds crazy, let’s say you have a 2002 Prevost, Newell or even Foretravel, that originally was a $1 mil coach, and you just paid $350k for it, you can’t come in.
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
I have NEVER seen this occur with Villa Furniture and it was predominate with Flexsteel.
@georgiahoneybees2 ай бұрын
How do you deal with campgrounds reporting the total annual value of your RV site on your W-2? For example, if you stayed 16 weeks and the site would have rented for $500 per week, at the beginning of the next year you will receive a w-2 from that campground which will include your total hourly earnings PLUS $8000 income for the fringe benefit of site? (16 weeks x $500 per week site rent free)
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
We have never had that reported on our W2. At KOA we paid 200 or 250 a month. Other places were zero but not reported. I would not work at a place that would do what you proposed
@Berean99992 ай бұрын
Hi Jim, I’m very interested in a 2007 Foretravel. I’m enjoying your videos.
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
Glad you like Foretravels... ours is coming up for sale soon if you are interested.
@Berean9999Ай бұрын
@@RVIntoRetirement In KZbin You mentioned a Foretravel coming up for sale. Anything to add?
@RVIntoRetirementАй бұрын
@@Berean9999 It's posted on the Facebook Foretravel Group
@thomasvallance2 ай бұрын
Great info! Some campgrounds have age limits for RVs. Have you seen this with KOA work sites?
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
Not yet!
@AmyMiller-bn9ou2 ай бұрын
Wow thanks for the helpful video! Personally I use HomeFi and its worked great for me! I use their portable hotspot device which connects me to the nearest strongest signal and I've had no issues using it on the road.
@jjjohny_a59652 ай бұрын
best place to buy a rv is the state impound /state surplus/ect
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
I guess that's an option but DPs can be expensive to begin with and there would be a lot of unknowns.
@RemyRAD2 ай бұрын
I always wondered about that side mounted radiator. As I just bought my first used Monaco Knight. And when you open up the engine compartment. There is no engine. It is just a, big radiator. Blocking the entire engine.. And I asked. How do you get to the engine? It's from the bedroom closet. On the floor. So that's a word to the wise. Do not stow a lot of garbage on the floor. In the bedroom closet. Because you might have to open the, access panel. In the bedroom closet. But I came out of the closet years ago. So I shall get a, RV maintenance technician. Who is still in the closet. To fix what I need. Yes and so the radiator would make a little more sense. Mounted on the side of the vehicle. But… What the hell? I really don't care. I'm not going to be doing the servicing. Somebody else will. It will just cost me more. That I cannot afford. But I will deal with that. When the time comes. As until then. I will drive very gently. I'm not in a hurry anywhere. That's what's great about retirement. Not in a hurry, anywhere. I will be starting a new phase of my life for the next couple of days. Wow. I actually made it. So money of my friends and loved ones are already passed. They passed on far too young. It's not fair. I was so in love with my husband for 22 years. That wasn't what I wanted that wasn't what he wanted. We looked forward to our retirement together. We had accomplished, so much together. And then he's taken from me. There is no God. There is just today. I don't know how many more to days I have left. RemyRAD
@user-kb5ue4xm7x2 ай бұрын
Great video. Glad to see your back to posting.
@AMYCASEY-zh7md2 ай бұрын
I can't find that koa website as it appears in your video. Searching brings me to a Koa site but nothing in depth about courses or joining for a fee? Any help appreciated, a link maybe ... :)
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
They no longer have the classes, the website is still workatkoa.com, make a free account and search for campgrounds you would like to work at
@davish29642 ай бұрын
I loved this video!!! I was in TV advertising sales for 27 years and retired early at the end of 2022. Hearing ROI , win/win, covering the nut brought back the fun parts I remember about selling. Thank you!!
@DeeMunn2 ай бұрын
Ok so I just want to be able to have better signal for my Wi-Fi on my iPhone to work better. It doesn’t sound like by buying this it will boost my signal to my iPhone where I already have a subscription or does it.
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
No, it doesn't. It just explains why a booster is not really worth the money. And there are better ways to get internet
@marychristie61942 ай бұрын
Well KOA is our preferred campgrounds and we really like the guide and the adds -I look for some discounts on dinner etc -Very interesting on how these are made 🚌🇺🇸
@timbaxley3832 ай бұрын
Good video explaining a useful service opportunity. 💯
@mchurch39052 ай бұрын
I’ve had diesel pushers for about 10-12 years, beginning with a 1999 Winnebago Suncruiser 34ft., to a 2012 Tiffin Allegro Red 38ft. One thing that was most important in both RVs: The Chassis. I considered the Cummins-Allison-Freightliner Chassis to be the gold standard, all the rest is bells & whistles.
@boomersontherun2 ай бұрын
Hey Jim, found y’all as I was searching foretravel, we will be picking up a 2007 nimbus and will be watching your vids to supplement others. We’ve been watching some of your vids and do a good and thorough job on them. Thanks
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
Congrats on your Nimbus. Did you get it at RV Max or MOT?
@boomersontherun2 ай бұрын
@@RVIntoRetirement mot going this weekend we’re about a 2.5 hour drive
@JG-xn4xm3 ай бұрын
What is the brand name of the hot spot your holding up thanks 🙏🏻
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
Pepwave
@ravenlunatic70263 ай бұрын
Great informative video! I looked at the "Work at KOA" website and there wasn't any links to where you could get the $75 online training courses, would you happen to have the link? Thanks
@donaldsmith88643 ай бұрын
the most important task on your list should be the last one......walk away.
@fvingerhoed3 ай бұрын
thank you
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
You're welcome
@GallandsAcrossTheLands3 ай бұрын
Nice review 👋 hope to see you on the road someday, be safe and have fun out there ☺️
@RVIntoRetirement2 ай бұрын
Thanks! You too!
@gerardshort5313 ай бұрын
Extremely helpful. Many thanks.
@RVIntoRetirement3 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@JG-xn4xm3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the advice I appreciate it very much I have been looking for a good Wifi Thanks again John
@RVIntoRetirement3 ай бұрын
Glad to help
@danielculbertson91893 ай бұрын
Looks like a great place to stay we will be RVing retirement in about 4 years maybe we can check it out. If you don’t mind me getting off topic I have a question. Quite a few videos back you had mentioned you had switched to TOYO tires. How have they worked out I just put a set on my 05 U320 I was going to go back with Michelin’s but they weren’t available and since I had read good things about the TOYOs I went with them they have been on the coach for two weeks and we haven’t been on the road yet. So I will see on ride quality. How would you rate the ride quality? Thank you in advance for any feedback back you can give me. Also good to see you back posting again I always have enjoyed your content. Safe travels
@RVIntoRetirement3 ай бұрын
Still loving the TOYO's, personally I'd never go back to Michelin because of the side wall cracking.
@danielculbertson91893 ай бұрын
Thank you glad to hear that I’m fairly new to this size coach and wasn’t sure mainly because there are so many strong options out there on this subject
@user-kb5ue4xm7x3 ай бұрын
Gla to see you back. Almost gave up on checking the channel.
@ByTheCampfire-pm7yh3 ай бұрын
Oh it’s so great to see you on here again. We are in the process of making our journey. You were one of our first subscriptions. Our Brinkley 3610 comes off the line 5/28.
@RVIntoRetirement3 ай бұрын
Congratulations, we looked at Brinkleys at the Quartzsite RV show. You will be happy
@NavyAviationVeteranRVer3 ай бұрын
Great video, good to see you back posting! Miss you'all
@dianemullen70053 ай бұрын
Nice review! We've missed seeing your videos. Hope all is well.
@ALongLongWaytoGO3 ай бұрын
We bought a coach from them several years ago. Not really knowing any better, we trusted them when we paid $750 for a pre-inspection….not sure for what now as we found plenty problems after signing the papers. Also…be careful when using them for insurance repairs. They tend not to follow specific instructions from the insurance company’s. They also have a tendency to charge you for things they can’t fix. They definitely have no problems taking your money even if they can’t fix something.
@RVIntoRetirement3 ай бұрын
Oh now. We had an inspection done on a Foretravel they were selling and it was very detailed. We turned down the deal based on the inspection. I can't speak to their service, I have not used them for repairs either, I mostly go down the road to FOT. I just know they have a good selection of DP's
@ALongLongWaytoGO3 ай бұрын
@@RVIntoRetirement Yes they have a great selection. And while it was a consignment coach, I wish there would have been a little more honesty. I’m sure they do good service, they just don’t read correspondence from insurance companies and they ended up getting us in quite a bit of a pickle….to the tune of $12k…..our coach ended up getting held hostage due to lack of communication between them and our insurance company. BUT….I do HIGHLY recommend Extreme Paint & Graphics in Nacogdoches if you ever need paint work done. They are 100% !!!
@Banzai12car3 ай бұрын
What a great video!!!!!!! I really appreciate this information. We are diving into the RV life and have no one to guide us!
@RVIntoRetirement3 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@user-tv5vv9hw8b4 ай бұрын
What are your thoughts on the definition of Van v Campervan? We have a 2021 road trek Zion (Dodge 3500). Considering putting the Yakima rack you feature in your info video on our new little house on wheels.
@RVIntoRetirement3 ай бұрын
My "guess" they would be the same, but check with e-trailer.