That wet spot in your driveway that you though was a spring could very well be a clay bathtub filled with some junk material. The clay won't let the water drain, and then the junk squishes when driven over.
@thiscreativehouse2 күн бұрын
Interesting! That'd make sense.
@AnotherMe8902 күн бұрын
I'm building just north of wausau, and it has been a very wet year, I feel your pain. I just found and binged your series tonight. You should really consider renting a dozer for a month. It can strip all of the top soil and clay without getting stuck and it will blow through all of your stumps much quicker than the back hoe. I love the Fl panhandle state parks in March, too! Good luck with tonight's storms...
@thiscreativehouse2 күн бұрын
We're staying about an hour north of Wausau (our property is hour and half northwest)! So I can imagine you're a little muddy as well. A dozer is absolutely what we need - it's what the guy we were going to hire would use. We almost considered just selling the backhoe and getting a bulldozer instead (not helpful for scooping, though!). Really we just need to make friends with the neighbor down the road who has two. :) These storms... UGH.
@lorettaandjasonoffgridКүн бұрын
3:01 😂😂😂 And also I feel your pain with the rain.. it's been terrible. And now it's dry! So weird! Omg watching you guys tag team the tractor was fantastic. Again, feel your pain. Great job using the backhoe as an extra arm. Jason does it all the time with the bucket to get out of tricky situations. Felt the relief 100x when you got it unstuck!!! PHEW! How frustrating and time wasting! 16:51 😂😂😂 Praying you can get this all resolved soon. Maybe just a few loads of gravel would help? Not sure. Looking forward to the next update! ✌️🇨🇦🇺🇸
@AnotherMe890Күн бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse the back how will be so useful in maintaining the property, but you really do need the dozer to just finish clearing the site and removing all the overburden so you can get down to some decent subgrade. Friends with dozers are the best!
@scottbamasime43382 күн бұрын
You need to get a couple loads of driveway rock you'll get nowhere waiting for it to dry up.
@thiscreativehouse2 күн бұрын
@@scottbamasime4338 We just learned about this from a local yesterday. He called it "crusher run." Definitely going to try it out. Thanks for the tip!
@scottbamasime43382 күн бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse yes!!that's what you need, when I moved up to Glidden Wisconsin I had a similar issue and had several loads brought in and leveled out well worth the extra money..spending so much time trying to get a driveway in, being always stuck will just be frustrating and wear you out before you start any building.
@thiscreativehouse2 күн бұрын
@@scottbamasime4338 Sounds exactly like us at the moment. 😅
@craftsoda2 күн бұрын
Goodness, and good on you for showing all the challenges. I didn't realize it has been SO wet. Not to hopeful for my second trip up to my raw land, seeing this. :) Any reason you are getting dirt, instead a large gravel? I would guess its to build a base first, then lay a barrier and then large gravel, but honestly not sure.
@thiscreativehouse2 күн бұрын
@@craftsoda Yes, much wetter than normal. But, we've had a super dry week. So hopefully it's better now where you are! Also yes - working on that base layer first (worked awesome last year, super solid) then will lay down large gravel. We've done some research on the barrier, and decided we won't be doing that. But we're excited for the gravel part!
@TerryMcMillan-cf1xz8 күн бұрын
Enjoying your adventure!
@thiscreativehouse8 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@jpwdowiak18 күн бұрын
I found your video struggling with the same thing of smashing the threads. I can definitely feel your pain.
@thiscreativehouse15 күн бұрын
@@jpwdowiak Sorry you can relate. 🙈 It's so frustrating.
@jpwdowiak15 күн бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse did you find a solution for your well yet? I was looking through your uploads and haven’t seen an update. I’ll be giving mine a go again this weekend coming. Have to finish all my ground work to pour concrete on our garage + apartment before it gets cold!!
@thiscreativehouse15 күн бұрын
@@jpwdowiak We picked a new spot this season, and pounded it in slowly and gently with a post driver by hand. So far, we're about 11 feet in the ground, have hit a good amount of water, but still trying to reach the gravel layer (still stuck in some clay). I've been waiting to post so that the full video is start to finish, but boy, it's been SLOW this season with all of the rain we've been getting. So far, all the fittings have stayed tight, and we're not crushing any threads/haven't had to cut any pipe like last year. We're hoping to pound it in another 2 feet this week, and give the pump another try to see if we're out of the clay. Look into jetting a well with a pressure washer. Granted, you need to water and power (which is our problem), but if these last few feet don't go as planned, I think that's what we'll try!
@craftsodaАй бұрын
looks like great progress. step by step.
@RVFinderАй бұрын
We are very interested in purchasing this camper model. Our question is, when the AC is on in the children's room, is it cold for them and very hot in your room?
@thiscreativehouseАй бұрын
@@RVFinder There's definitely an imbalance, but not that extreme. It'll just be slightly cooler in their room than in ours. In the summer, we actually turn the vent covers to reduce air flow and it helps a lot. The biggest issue is when our dryer is running in our bedroom. It'll heat up our room, and just kick the AC on indefinitely fighting the heat from that. But that's during the day, and no one really minds it being colder upstairs.
@thiscreativehouseАй бұрын
@@RVFinder You might find this video useful! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmGucmqAlJ6krMksi=BLXIHNR0bEb33Xrf
@RVFinderАй бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse thanks
@lorettaandjasonoffgridАй бұрын
I have the same hat! Life saver!!! Funny we have similar water issues. Uggh. What a great play set for the kids! Thats a massive wood chipp. Much bigger than ours. So.Much.Work. lol. I get it!
@thiscreativehouseАй бұрын
@@lorettaandjasonoffgrid Gotta love the netted hat! 😂
@benbeemer59052 ай бұрын
You have to turn the pipe as your driving it down to keep the point clear
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid2 ай бұрын
Lol but the bugs will be just as bad if not worse in Wisconsin! Really cool aquarium! Nora is speaking so well!!! What a doll! 🥰 Bit of a muddy mess but it will come! 🤞 Really neat that you got to see a fisher and a lynx! Lynx are not in our area and we've yet to see a bobcat!
@thiscreativehouse2 ай бұрын
And that they are. 🥴 Though John would rather take a mosquito over a noseeum apparently. 🙆🏼♀️
@thiscreativehouse2 ай бұрын
And that they are. 🥴 Though John would rather take a mosquito over a noseeum apparently. 🙆🏼♀️
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid2 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse black flies are the worst for me. My body cannot handle them. I end up with huge welts. Uggh...glad their season is short!
@thiscreativehouse2 ай бұрын
@@lorettaandjasonoffgrid oh no!! Oh that's awful. My son gets welts from mosquito bites. Apparently I just attract the ticks. 😑
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid2 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse ticks are way worse. I had one on my back I had to get removed a couple years ago but so far so good this year. 🤞
@FreelyFeminine2 ай бұрын
The amount of wildlife you have on your property is so cool - feels like a Nat Geo documentary haha
@thiscreativehouse2 ай бұрын
Lol. Some days I think it's cool, other days I see it as just more chicken predators. 😂
@carolm80032 ай бұрын
Providence Canyone State Park looked cool. Thx for sharing.
@thiscreativehouse2 ай бұрын
It was REALLY neat! Hidden gem in Georgia, for sure.
@papa_pashunya19842 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video 📹 😊
@daydreamer09232 ай бұрын
👋😀 Thank you.
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid3 ай бұрын
Hi guys! Back from vacation and trying to catch up on videos! Nice to see you got your videos rolling again! 😁🌻
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Can't wait to catch up on your road trip videos!! 😍
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid3 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse just loaded part 1. What a fantastic trip. I'm so bummed it's over. Lol!
@KlipschHead2813 ай бұрын
Our best day in our Montana was the day we got rid of it... I feel so bad for whomever bought it after we traded it in.
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Gah, sorry to hear that. 😣
@harley57543 ай бұрын
We have a 2017 310RE. I will warn you now not to buy this RV. It has leaked since day one and even after it was in the shop for 6 months to fix the leak now it is worst than ever. The manufacturer originally cut the hole 2 inches yo big for the air conditioner seal. Now we are chasing leaks everywhere.
@debl99573 ай бұрын
Nice interior! Seems thst you've managed to deal with the unit's issues, thankfully.
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Thankfully 😅
@GolfMissouri3 ай бұрын
We always carry a small electric heater. we save a great deal on propane when hooked up to our paid electric. Slides r expensive to fix. I would reconsider any extra weight.
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
We just took out the entertainment center and put in two, lightweight smaller drawers. Hoping it's not too late 🤞🏼
@robertburns51453 ай бұрын
The main problem with your camper is that it was made by Keystone. We had a 2021 Keystone Cougar 368MBI that was junk. We now have a 2024 Alliance Paradigm 382RK. The difference in quality is astounding! Keystone never again!
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
And here we went with Keystone because "Keystone and Jayco are the top dogs." I'm not convinced any RV manufacturer these days is great, especially when going with the cheaper/affordable line (Montana High Country vs. full Montana model, in our case). 😅 We do always talk about how much we love those Alliances!
@robertburns51453 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse we went with Keystone because we too thought they were tops in quality. Keystone and Jayco are both owned by Thor Industries and all they care about is the bottom line. Alliance is independent and only answers to their customers. So after 2 years of research and listening to Alliance owners we decided to go with them. No company is without problems but it’s how they respond to them. I hope your’s works out for you. Safe travels!
@Erin-Thor3 ай бұрын
1:48 - They make these industrial rollers meant to take enormous pressure that might help those rear end issues, you wouldn’t scrape, it would roll instead. Worth a few bucks to weld them on IMO. Edit: Re: it should have never left the factory with that unsealed. Keystone doesn’t do QC, at all. The dealerships do the QC and repairs as soon as the unit sells. I was considering a Montana 355 BR, and a Cougar and went to several RV shows. The entire line of both had glaring issues that should have been fixed before it left… but wasn’t. Edit 2: If those blinds are like household blinds, the mechanism can slip. You can correct this (maybe) by removing the blind (should unsnap, wedge out) rolling it out and back up to “reset” it.
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
We've seen those rollers! 👍🏼 Since the beams don't go all the way back, the rollers would be a bit far forward (wouldn't have helped us in Vermont). However they'd still help some! We wish we knew ahead of time what to check and hold the dealership accountable for. We knew the basic list, and even stayed in it one night to make sure everything was good... but it was all superficial, unfortunately. We were able to recover a few of our blinds that way, but unfortunately they're eventually breaking. Maybe the bouncing of the rig going down the road and the weight of the blinds... not sure. Thank you for the tip!
@Erin-Thor3 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse - Thanks! There’s another type of blind, looks like folded fabric in 4-6” folds that I’ve seen in some RV’s that doesn’t have the cheap spring roll up mechanism. You just pull the loop one way for down, the other for up.
@randypues2033 ай бұрын
Why don't you learn first.... it is all your fault
@440-6Pack3 ай бұрын
Stop saying “actually” and “honestly” because it ads no value to your story.
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
It's called verbal clutter, so duh. :)
@h2o100c3 ай бұрын
We love our Rv but it stinks? Ok.
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
We said we were going to mention everything we think stinks about it... but everything has its pros and cons. Pros outweigh the cons. 😃
@gamemaster567893 ай бұрын
You mentioned the bedroom doesn't heat very well when its cold. How does the bedroom cool during the summer? Does it stay pretty hot even with the AC on?
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Since the back has a separate AC unit, it cools great. Still only has the two air ducts, but it's sufficient since the AC unit it right above it. Blows strong and cold. 👍🏼
@Erin-Thor3 ай бұрын
Check for gaps in the insulation on the bedroom slide too. One I had when it was cold and blustery we would feel a blast of cold air if the went blew at a specific angle.
@LearnWithAdrienne3 ай бұрын
Wow! Love this! Such a thorough and detailed review!
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Thanks! We really should have been keeping a list over the years. 😂
@MrScrappydoo853 ай бұрын
Good to know, my wife and I just bought the same model a couple months ago and we’re getting ready to go on our first trip with it!
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
@@MrScrappydoo85 Woo hoo!! ENJOY!
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid3 ай бұрын
Nice to see you back creating videos! Very good information for people that are RV'ing. So expensive these days. Way to find the deals my friends! My Mom lives near St Pete's. I really need to make a visit when the weather changes again. So beautiful. 🥰✌️🇨🇦🇺🇲
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Oh my, YES, one of the best areas in Florida. Unfortunately we've never made it there. The 55+ RV parks are plentiful, and we can't seem to book any of the family friendly RV parks soon enough! Some day. 😃 You do need to go visit... In the winter!
@lourdesceballos84053 ай бұрын
Just discovered your channel. Really enjoy the content. The kids are so adorable! Blessings & safe travels!
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!!
@scottbamasime43383 ай бұрын
If you enjoy Florida weather and want to save money, come down to the Alabama Gulf coast area. Very affordable sugar white beaches. And not as crazy priced as the snowbird capital of Florida..I'm that guy that lived in Glidden area we've talked before
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Oh yes!! That's actually a GREAT tip. We stayed near Gulf Shores last year and loved it. We have family near Jacksonville, so it keeps driving us east. But honestly staying further west in Alabama and visiting the FL panhandle is a much more feasible option!
@CreativeCustomDesigns3 ай бұрын
Your video came up on my you tube feed. We are planning on spending some time in Florida for the winter months in a couple years, Thanks so much for some suggestions on where to stay for a few weeks at a time. Hope I'll be able to find this video again, and chat more with you on this at that time. Again THANKS for this video, and keep on enjoying life.
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Awesome! Glad it's helpful. Everyone should take the opportunity to travel Florida if they can! Maybe check out the blog post in the description and pin in (if you're on Pinterest) to save for later! 😃
@paulcovert57813 ай бұрын
Hello, can you give an example of some the FB groups you use? I'm not the best at searching on FB. Thanks for making the video. Cheers!
@thiscreativehouse3 ай бұрын
Check the blog post in the description. I include links to our top two Facebook groups that we use that have active posts for RV lots for rent every day!
@NicholasPeterson-vy9fl4 ай бұрын
I wonder if you could use that tractor in the background, just use the bucket to push it down.
@thiscreativehouse4 ай бұрын
We chatted about that, but John's worried it'll be too much force and will bend the pipe. 😬 Hhh.
@josephclark85145 ай бұрын
You were so nice to answer my question a month ago. Still have a couple more questions. I’ve been trying to find some reviews on these newer/bigger stove/ovens in the new RV’s. (Insignia, Blackstone, GE…). Do they keep the temperatures even and can they hold there temps? Second question, with your trailer being so long and all the “Frame Flex” going around. Have you been having any problems with your trailer?
@thiscreativehouse5 ай бұрын
Definitely opt for a larger oven if you can. Mine doesn't even fit a 9 x 13 dish with handles... It also does not get as hot as it says it does (we put a thermostat in to read it). Never gets to the 450 I'm promised. That said, I cook and bake in it all of the time. I make sourdough bread, casseroles, roasts, you name it. I just get creative. 😃 And we have a Ninja Foodie that replaced the microwave. Oh, good ol frame flex right now. If you haven't, watch Big RV, Big Truck's KZbin videos on it. I think right now it's pinned more on the manufacturer than it is Lippert. And the big issue being talked about is the upper deck and pin box area, which we've had no issues with. That said, our wall is coming disconnected from the frame near our back door. We can literally see where it wasn't connected properly (again, manufacturer problem vs. frame itself problem) and we assume gets worse as you travel down the road and the frame flexes (the way it's intended to). We'll be doing a video here soon on our rig's downsides and the calamities we've faced so far - which in all honestly, is minimal compared to a lot of RVers. It's been 2.5 years and we've only had to leave our rig once for some 24 hour routine maintenance (because it was easier to leave it than stay).
@josephclark85145 ай бұрын
Once again, thanks for taking the time to reply. you guys are great!!!@@thiscreativehouse
@scottbamasime43386 ай бұрын
Should be fine being it's been a no snow winter.= less muddy. Glidden Wisconsin where I lived which is northern Wisconsin has had 4" total unheard of.
@thiscreativehouse6 ай бұрын
So we've heard!! Crazy! We're worried that means a more wet Spring, but that's a toss up, too. 4 inches, that is crazy! Maybe we could have stayed in our RV after all 😃
@scottbamasime43386 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse there's 1" in some places but that's it,as of today.
@thiscreativehouse6 ай бұрын
@@scottbamasime4338 😮
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid6 ай бұрын
Happy Birthday! Beautiful Florida sunset! Nice to see you're enjoying your winter. Good luck getting back going on the property 😁
@thiscreativehouse6 ай бұрын
Thank you!!! ♥️
@Thathersheyguy6 ай бұрын
Where in Wisconsin? I am from northern wis and we will be starting our journey homesteading here this summer.. we purchased 70 acres in 2016 and have been dreaming of homesteading since then but only now is it beginning to happen
@thiscreativehouse6 ай бұрын
Ah exciting!! North west part of the state. I don't want to say here, but if you want to email me, I'll share! It's always good to connect with fellow homesteaders close by. Sharing resources is key, especially when first getting started! [email protected]
@josephclark85147 ай бұрын
My wife and I are looking at the same model but 2024. My wife is sold on the trailer! But I’m mor concerned about maneuvering it and scraping the back end. We do tons of boon docking and some campgrounds. Right now I have a 35.5 foot 5th wheel and don’t have to many problems unless we go to a state or national park. Also, we’re spring to fall campers. Really want your opinion on the length of your trailer.
@thiscreativehouse7 ай бұрын
We haven't found the length is too much of an issue (though does limit us in some state and national parks since they'll put a max length on their sites) - but since the axel is so far forward, the tail swing is pretty wide. Usually one of us spots it as we pull out, because we'll think we cleared a tree, but that swing will get us! The drop frame is definitely an issue. On Harvest Hosts, our profile mentions our drop frame, but we've never actually had a problem down a dirt road, on grass, anything like that. Boon docking has been mostly a breeze, though we do avoid a lot of rough BLM roads. It's more about the angle of a hill. We've had issues in places like Vermont (that was our biggest SCRAPE down a hill in a campground that was supposedly "big rig friendly"), Tennessee, and we've run into it a few times on steep hills in state parks. Sometimes even coming out of a gas station where a hill goes down then the road goes up - can't believe how close it comes to scraping! It is definitely always on our minds. BUT, sticking to truck routes always avoids any scraping down the road, and we'll generally call a campground before booking to make sure they don't have any drastic hills. It's such a great floorplan, but we definitely knew this model was going to require some extra forethought.
@josephclark85147 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse Thank you for thanking the time to reply 😎
@jonathanhess47357 ай бұрын
So excited I found your channel! I’m from Wisconsin and my wife is from Tennessee. We are planning to do exactly what you are in the same general area! Keep it up, great work and great videos!
@thiscreativehouse7 ай бұрын
Awesome!! Man, we'd love connect with you guys whenever you get started!! Let us know if we can help at all. Enjoy the journey!
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid7 ай бұрын
I love your ornaments! I do a lot of wood burning signs to mark our trails. So fun! Nice to see you all again!
@thiscreativehouse7 ай бұрын
Neat! It was totally John's idea to do wood burning, and I think I'm hooked!!
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid7 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse so fun and actually very relaxing! I got myself a bunch of carbon paper so I can put anything I want on my signs. I'm definitely no artist so it works great for me. Stencils too obviously! Enjoy!
@rosemarybrennan4427 ай бұрын
Beautiful to see you go to church and instill religion in their lives bravo
@thiscreativehouse7 ай бұрын
Gotta show them Jesus! ☺️♥️
@carolm80038 ай бұрын
Great video. Planning on visiting our son this summer I’m Madison and exploring after for 3-4 weeks in our 34. Ft 5th wheel. Door county sounds nice. Would you suggest Hy-Land or another location. Thanks for all the ideas just subscribed:)
@thiscreativehouse7 ай бұрын
Thanks for following! So there are a few really nice state parks close by, and I think those would be a lot "prettier." You'd probably be just fine getting your 34 footer in them. Try looking up reservations for Peninsula State Park: Nicolet Bay Campground, and Tennison Bay Campground. Otherwise Hy-Land is any easy in, easy out, FULL hookups, and a great location for being closer to the tip of the peninsula! Just a little bit pricey. Have fun!!
@carolm80038 ай бұрын
Great video. Planning on visiting our son this summer I’m Madison and exploring after for 3-4 weeks in our 34. Ft 5th wheel. Door county sounds nice. Would you suggest Hy-Land or another location. Thanks for all the ideas just subscribed:)
@lorettaandjasonoffgrid8 ай бұрын
I was wondering what was happening with you all! Strange that your new video hadn't popped up for me to view. I found it but had to go to your page. KZbin funny not funny algorithms 🙄 Nice to see you here again! ✌️💕
@thiscreativehouse8 ай бұрын
Yeah, we slowed down in posting. Knew it was going to happen 🙄 but I figured it's better than sharing boring content weekly. 😂 Next spring we'll be back at it! As always, thanks for watching 😘
@scottbamasime43388 ай бұрын
Those are probably the Asian beetle not ladybugs big difference
@thiscreativehouse8 ай бұрын
You're right! We looked into it after that trip, and learned all about them. More dull in color, and stiiiiinky!
@scottbamasime43388 ай бұрын
@@thiscreativehouse they are all over northern Wisconsin at certain times
@thiscreativehouse8 ай бұрын
@@scottbamasime4338 Oh joy. We were hoping it was an Ohio thing 🥴
@RobinJones-ow9oz8 ай бұрын
You really need to put a gate up because i washed a video like this and they stoled his stuff.
@thiscreativehouse8 ай бұрын
We do, you're right! Thankfully we met the neighbors, and in 50 years they're never had theft issues. That said, it's changing times... and they said they'd look out for us, thankfully. Gate is priority next year.
@RobinJones-ow9oz8 ай бұрын
Very nice i understand what you doing. If i were you id buy me a baby saw just for the baby trees. It will be perfect for you.i love watching y'all. As always be safe and God bless you and your family
@thiscreativehouse8 ай бұрын
We actually did just that! A little electric one that Melody has been using. Thought of it a little late in the season, unfortunately, but you're right - helped with those baby trees. Thanks for watching!
@RobinJones-ow9oz8 ай бұрын
Where did you get that baby green house i love the video. I just found you all
@thiscreativehouse8 ай бұрын
Amazon! We loved it, apart from putting it in too shady of an area, so we didn't grow anything. 😂 Our bad. Glad you found us!! ♥️ amzn.to/3TvOIFZ
@ryanm17768 ай бұрын
Who did you buy the pipe and couplings from?
@thiscreativehouse8 ай бұрын
Menards
@SuperSnakebite28 ай бұрын
Hi, very informative video. We're considering this RV, would you say a 9 year old would have any problems sleeping or playing in the loft area? Thanks.
@thiscreativehouse8 ай бұрын
Honestly, probably. Our son LOVED this layout and loved that the bedroom was so cozy. It's actually what made us consider it like we did. But in the last few months (he's now 6) he's started complaining about it. Granted, give a kid enough time and they'll probably complain about anything 😅 but he is starting to get tall enough that it's harder for him to sit upright on his bed without hitting his head, and that's grown frustrating. He sleeps great, and a twin mattress does fit.