50 YEAR OLD MICRO-CITY IN THE DESERT | Arcosanti and Montezuma Castle

[@CHRnorton]

whenever you have charging problems: Always clean the battery cables and grounds to the frame. look all over for grounds as they can come from several places. Clean the connections coming from the alternator. Several times I have seen the main power wire coming from the alternator was corroded and not flowing current.

[@clgraham82]

Wow! You’re gonna be an expert bus mechanic with all the repairs you’re having to do on that thing!

[@lornabartlett2744]

Enjoyable traveling, love hanging in, leaning in, and watching your channel. You're wonderful sweetheart PEOPLE . CALM,COOL, COLLECTED, CONCISE !

[@masonstruckadventure9368]

Wow Arcosonti oasis looks beautiful. Thanks for sharing

[@ronniec8038]

"Nothing a hammer can't solve". Right on Jimmy. You are now officially a mechanic. Great video as always, thanks.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Haha that hammer is the most used tool in our toolbox 😂

[@donnanichols6838]

@@JimmyandNatalie Hammers are so useful, from crackin walnuts to squashin bugs, and everything in between...duck tape is a much relied upon tool too! Lol 🍃🤗🍃

[@meqqui8249]

😂👍

[@nathanbeckfield4663]

Way to go Jimmie you will be a mechanic in no time....safe travels

[@wessebaggers]

You too are so much fun! Prayers ❤️ God bless ❤️

[@peggyfrese526]

You two are gaining a lot of skills. Dale and I enjoy watching your adventures.

[@Badgeweefixstuff]

Awesome job Jimmy very cool video I am glad you knew the battery charger trick awesome. We in Alberta waiting for you guys lol 🛠️🇨🇦🛠️🇨🇦

[@celitacantrill10]

Happy its going y'all. Take care, have fun and be safe.

[@slowalaskan]

Arcosanti is so cool. My dad volunteered and lived there in the 70s. My mom and I stayed there in the 90s. I have several of their bells. Putting on my trip map. Thanks for the tour.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Oh wow that is really cool! We were a little disappointed that none of the Airbnb rooms were open because we would have loved to explore more of the little city. I wonder how much has changed since you were there 😊

[@paulkelly4731]

A fraternity brother of mine in the 70's, architecture student, dropped out of school to go build and live in Arcosanti. I think it was the brainchild of Architect Paulo Saleri?. Guys name was Lewis something, last name escapes me now.

[@cheryllocklin3287]

Jimmy I know this wasn't your first go around working on the bus 🚌 so I had faith you could and did fix the problem. Great job. 👏👏👏 Now that you guys are stalked up on food I bet we all can guess what you're cooking for supper.😁

[@EmmanuelChoquette]

What a gem you show us this micro city was well integrate in the environnement. Real good vidéo.

[@kathleenthorene5846]

I am so enjoying your adventures and the narrative of your encounters. You both are a joy to watch. Safe travels.

[@billcummins9579]

Great Job Jimmy... I'm happy you got it fixed.....now you have experience..

[@forestsky7064]

Subscriber comment: I love watching your blogs! You two are being real, and innocent, wanting to explore and share your adventures. I'm seeing more and more confidence, although, the innocence is special... and, you two being such a good loving couple is refreshing. Thank you for all the efforts you put into sharing these journies. Sending love from the east coast beaches of Florida, and now I'm in Colorado sending you two lots of appreciation.

[@ChristyatNepenthe]

Nothing wrong with fast food every now and then! Thanks for sharing this week’s adventure.

[@_GntlStone_]

Arcosanti (and Cosanti) are amazing! The tours are highly informational and worth the $. It's also supposed to be the new home of the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architechture.

[@Adam_Gray]

Congrats on scoring the America the Beautiful Pass guys! Jimmy your skill level has definitely increased when it comes to "mechanical task" now ... six months ago...not so much 🤣! *pats jimmy on the back and a 👊🏻* You got me beat bud! 😎🤙🏼💚🌵

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks! We’re super excited for the AtB Pass! Also we’re SUPER relieved we could fix this one by ourselves 😅 Saved us a lot of time and money in the end!

[@bonnieshelly257]

Thanks again for the information very interesting be safe

[@paulshannon4576]

You can buy parts to rebuild the alternator. I replaced the brushes in mine at an auto parts store in Flagstaff. You can buy the bearings also. Ford used them on ambulances in the 80’ and 90’s.

[@johnmackenzie7487]

You can fit a switch on your solar charging system, that will divert to your vehicle battery if you need to. That way you can charge either battery.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

We actually do have a switch like that! It has been super helpful when we had the faulty alternator because whenever we notice the starter batteries dipping too low, we’d flip the switch and stop charging our house bank.

[@djpWilson]

Well done guys!

[@zalleywaalley8227]

you are both so young, and still in decent shape. When you get to be my Age in the mid-50s then you want to pay a lot more attention to what you’re eating right now, U2 are so young it doesn’t matter that much I don’t think. Love you videos keep it coming kiddos.

[@davewenners6722]

My plans have changed, I'm looking for a bus about your size and I will have a 16' enclosed trailer. My plan is to put solar and batteries on the trailer and have 2 small freezers or one big one and stock pile food and drinks. Enough for 3-6 months. The bus will have solar as well and a small fridge/freezer. I am on the hunt for a good bus now. I'm hoping to find one soon.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Very exciting plan! Sounds like you’ll be able to outlast almost anyone in a setup like that 😄 I wish you luck in finding the perfect bus and can’t wait to see how it goes!

[@wegottafishdude]

🤘🏻😎🤘🏻 Awesome stuff guys

[@MelissaMalzahn]

I've been there, it's crazy to think people lived there. It's cool.

[@MrQdcooper]

What city and state is this???

[@MelissaMalzahn]

@@MrQdcooper Arizona

[@MrQdcooper]

@@MelissaMalzahn Thanks!

[@MelissaMalzahn]

It's heading up toward Camp Verde, Arizona

[@MrQdcooper]

@@MelissaMalzahn Appreciate it !

[@patyadon747]

Another good video in the books. Glad you're becoming a mechanic Jimmy. It sure saves money. Cudos to O'Reilly for being so accommodating.

[@connieduckson5448]

Beautiful

[@wilfordclement5611]

Good job ,on the alternator 👌

[@louparry7721]

Hi guys, nice to see you again! Before you know it you both will become walking encyclopedias ! You are learning so much while out on the road. That is a very useful thing.I'm always so happy when your problem gets solved and you're on your way again. It is fun to travel with you because your filming is spectacular! Take care and God bless. I'll see you the next time. Louise

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Hi Louise! Thanks so much! 💚 It can be a lot of fun to find interesting stories like Arcosanti while on the road. Also we’re SUPER relieved the alternator problem was an easy fix. I think we really needed that for our morales 😅

[@doingitwithnothing]

Sounds like it’s was an interesting 4 days

[@catbertie27]

LOL! My hubs bought a national park pass (mailed) and know I realize what it is!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Haha yes! It will be SUPER helpful going forward with all the National Parks/Forests we plan to visit! 😄

[@farmvibesplus2058]

Awesome views at the end...enjoy them. I hope you are all set with repairs!! But glad Jimmy is willing and able to tackle some of it to help save on labor costs! Have fun!!!🎈🎈🎈

[@farmershelper6203]

Wow much appreciated for taking us on the ride with you. Thanks to both of you for sharing another great video with us

[@kylekyselka6499]

Nice seeing you’re enjoying Arizona. The bells they sell at Arcosanti are cast at Cosanti in Paradise Valley near Phoenix. Also a great place to visit. Montazuma’s well is only a few miles away from the castle with a great hike. Further up the road you could visit V Bar V and hike to an amazing display of petroglyphs and beyond Flagstaff you could use your pass to visit Sunset Crater/Wipaki Monuments. The Grand Canyon too.

[@drenee65]

So glad you are ok and this skoolie fix was only 4 days! Happy travels 🚌

[@theskooliepad6095]

👍Glad to see you were able to get all fixed up. Just hate that it takes so long to get parts. Every time I have to get a part for mine it’s normally order and wait…. Glad to see you got your parks pass also. We’ve got our state park pass and love it.

[@juliad1768]

Glad you got a new alternator and all fixed, way to go Jimmy on fixing it, have fun guys, stay safe until the next time xxx

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks Julia! Yeah I’m super glad Jimmy was able to get it fixed. 😅 With all these new parts we are replacing we’re going to have a shiny new engine in no time 😂

[@1957ShutterBug]

I can relate to being stuck waiting for parts. Earlier this year we had to get towed to the Freightliner dealer on a Saturday with Monday being a holiday. We boondocked in the Freightliner lot for five days as the parts we needed trickled in. RV life has its ups and downs.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Ouch, yeah waiting 5 days for parts is never fun. I suppose that is one perk of doing it in an RV… you’ve got a comfy place to stay while they’re all coming in 😅

[@janetralph6851]

Jimmy and Natalie you can head towards Canada but go slowly because we have snow sometimes up until the end of May especially in Banff

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Don't worry! We couldn't go fast even if we wanted to! Haha 😂 Our tentative plan is to enter Canada sometime this summer. There's so much to explore on the way there! 😊💚

[@r8edrv4fun65]

Jimmy!! No fear at all! You da man! Now come change the alternator on my bus, Maeble. 😁👍

[@amye4087]

Really liking the paint job. It seems to give it more character. Glad you got the alternator figured out. Always a bummer it takes a long time but you seem to keep your positive attitude which is always a plus. Thanks for taking us along.

[@georgecharokee4570]

Nice Adventure, Bus Problem Solved, Back on the Road Again. Continued Safe Travels and Blessings🙏🏾🙏🏾😁😁👍🏾👍🏾👊🏽👊🏽👏🏽👏🏽‼‼

[@donriese4570]

Glad you were able to fix it . Good job Jimmy

[@sleep.eat.repeat6786]

another awesome video! safe travels to canada!

[@ChappoTC]

Great vid kids! Nice you’re able to handle those pesky hurdles. Hmm, heading north. Will they hit the Grand Canyon? Meteor Crater? Horseshoe? Petrified Forest?

[@anitafuertes378]

Bus life in action , Natalie your hair looks really good,the-sustainable city is really cool never heard of it before. Montezuma’s castle was interesting also look forward to future adventures.🚌

[@shannonwhiting6668]

What a great video!! I can hardly believe you two have been on the road for 6 months . So proud of you two and how well you handle anything that comes your way! I know you are making your parents proud!!! Save travels and thank you for sharing!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks Shannon! And I know! Time really does fly… 😅 Thanks for watching and all the kind words 😊💚

[@kearnsey64]

Nice job James!

[@annchapman8495]

Jimmy you are so good that you can just fix what ever needs done nat he is definitely a good catch.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

He really is, isn’t he! 😄💚

[@donnanichols6838]

WOW!!! GOOD FOR YOU JIMMY!!! I'm sooooo glad that you guys took care of that and it's so awesome that you were able to do it yourselves!!! Go you's!!! Off towards Canada, and all sites in between! Can't wait to see what interesting places and things you encounter on your way! Enjoy the trip, and be safe love's!!! Have a great week!!! 🍃🤗🍃

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks Donna! 💚😊 I’m super proud (and relieved) that we could get that problem by ourselves! We’re excited for Canada but will definitely be taking some time to get there so there’ll be SO many cool places to see along the way! 😄

[@agedhippie2618]

Here in Indiana, there is a communal place called Padanaram, You two are making lifelong memories! Safe Travels!

[@azulagirl325]

Glad you got the bus all fixed up!! We have a nature preserve here in NY that is named Montezuma. That was kinda cool there was a Montezuma place way out in AZ. Travel safe!!

[@roygardiner4002]

I wonder if the botched pulley was slipping on the alternator shaft which might explain ""now it works, now it doesn't" ?? Great job Jimmy, well sorted you two.

[@davidstewart1153]

Probably in a couple of years, the Natalie and Jimmy Seminar on International 7.3 Repairs With Just a Hammer will be the biggest draw at all the bus events.

[@theronjclark]

your map makes it look like you will be super close to Durango Colorado.......just take a look at checking out Durango while you are soooooooo close......(wild wild west happened in Durango).....very beautiful

[@2acresevolving777]

I came across your channel and have been watching as many of your videos as possible. I am about to start from the beginning and binge watch your channel!! I love your content!! You guys are awesome!!!

[@brendahaire8824]

Jimmy is learning how to be a mechanic

[@nancyheneghan4760]

Thank you for all your information. So fun to watch.

[@xrodeoman]

Your videos are getting better and better. The only thing I can say is don't put problem parts off til later. I hope you disconnected the battery before changing the alternator. I used to do them with tge battery connected until one taught me a lesson in why.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Ouch! Don’t worry! Jimmy is very safe when we have to touch anything like that under the hood. Not only do we have an inline disconnect switch for our batteries, he’ll also go ahead and remove the batteries cables as well.

[@garrycollie2135]

It's great that you can do much of your own maintence, and repairs. 👍👍 Was the new Alt. More than the $200?

[@JimmyandNatalie]

I believe the new alternator ended up being $285. I suppose since the first one we had bought was too small for our bus was why it cost a little less. Still not too bad! 😄

[@Nivasi]

wow I've been watching bus and rv dwellers for some time.. this is the 1st Ive heard of Arcosanti!

[@Yindi_Rv]

Monster alternator, good call to stay at the parts store. Check rock auto to see how there parts compare. Watching tonight gave me an idea. Paint your new name for the bus in between the bus lights near the roof. Green letters on the white background might look great. Maybe a vinyl sticker? Just wanted to share. Safe travels!

[@mariahorsfield76]

See u next week😀

[@JimmyandNatalie]

We look forward to it! 💚😄

[@chhook949]

Another couple great spots thanks for sharing I also vote for Castle B 😂 Sorry for the set back but you handled it like troopers ran into more nice people mainly because your nice & your personalities! Time to paint a Saguaro on your Skoolie! Maybe a Mantis at it’s base😢. Be Well Be Safe & Stay Blessed.

[@maighreadoleary9140]

Well done you two 👏 house on the road qgain! Thank you for another fun and informative video. X

[@juniperwildflowers]

I saw y’all parked today, (won’t say where!) excited for your next vid ☺️ I’m stationary in the area finishing up my city bus conversion. It’s nice to see y’all in the area! The new paint looks great!!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks so much!! 🥰 And good luck with your build! 😄💚

[@thegypsycouple]

Hi Jimmy & Natalie - love following you!! When you get to Banff you must try a meal at the Grizzly House! A trip up on the gondola will have spectacular views!

[@rockercover]

12:37 - One of the best brands of chargers. Have a couple of these and they have held up well for years. Two different chargers due to two different types of batteries. AGM and wet cell acid type in my RV, low-amp-rate charging the different types continuously. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

That’s awesome to hear and good to know we found a reliable charger. It’s already come in handing a few times!

[@kiriakiria9685]

Well done! Travelling broadens the mind ! Keep up the good work!

[@rosemarycameron3594]

What a beautiful city! Love all the interesting places you take us!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! 💚 It really was beautiful! 😊

[@BlessedFarm]

Way to get after a problem and solve it quickly. you guys are doing great and growing together everyday. GOD Bless you guys, hopefully we can meet out on the road some day. I'm going to start posting my videos again about my bus build and I started taking short trips with my bus and hopefully this summer is my first long trip to Yellowstone. See you guys later keep up what ya'll are doing.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

That’s awesome to hear about you starting to take some trips in your bus! Yellowstone will be a perfect “long trip”! It’s so much for taking that first trip in your skoolie 😄 Hopefully we’ll see each other on the road one day and come say hi if you spot us!

[@lesdickert1]

If you happen to go to an Arby’s in the summer, they have the best chicken salad sandwich anywhere. But only in the summer for some reason. Nice alternator replacement. Jimmy is mechanically fearless! Take care.

[@lulumiller1104]

🇬🇧🦋GO JIMMY GO ... you are both so confident.. just take the bumps in the road as they occur.. you could open a schoolie dealership later on down the road Or website tips and tricks ... 🌵just wanted a new alternator to go with her new name , flutter her headlights at other Schoolies Take care , keep safe both of you love lulu and Paul 🦋🇬🇧💕

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Haha exactly! Now that she’s got a name, we’ve gotta treat her right! Next I’m sure Saguaro will be asking for new shoes (…tires 😂)

[@leonandanaia]

Hey Jimmy and Natalie! We’ve been following you guys for a few months now and have enjoyed seeing all of the the places you guys are exploring. We’re currently building out our Ford E-150 Van and seeing your adventures has us so excited to finish our our van build so that we can hit the road soon! Glad to see you guys were able to fix your alternator! We can’t wait to see where you head to next!

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Hey! That’s so awesome!! Hopefully the build goes well and you guys hit the road soon! Hopefully we’ll cross paths on the road 😄

[@rebeccapratt3089]

Smart using the lot for auto work,safe travel,thank you for sharing,

[@eileeneclark9011]

4/28/22...Just "found" this YT video trying to get elsewhere. Cute Schoolie...well done ✔️...just enough for the 2 of you. How wonderful to be able to live the nomad life @ this time in your lives! Keep those wheels safety on the ground/road! I'll be watching 👀 😎!

[@tommoraga8318]

Looked like you were in Camp Verde Arizona? Very nice area!

[@dianesisneros8811]

I just saw Montezuma castle on one of my other You Tube channels but I had never heard of Arcosanti. Interest. Thanks!

[@mikemanjo2458]

Way to go, friends! You are both amazing in your determination and resilience. So much love to you both! Safe travels! Jane in SC❤🙏

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Hi Jane! Thanks so much! 😊 Sending love back! 💚

[@evelyndunn50]

Great video wow on the road 6 months!

[@candyclemens4432]

Enjoy your journey

[@mikeandre9903]

Hey I had a pretty cool idea I don't know if you're already thought about it but since the color scheme of your bus is green with white stripe and I think it would look pretty cool if you did the rims also and white that would really make it pop👍👍

[@johnstuart8511]

Sure was a great visit: was something different. "Nice". Regards

[@dizneegirl76]

We're behind you right now, and just subscribed 👍

[@dianaperez8230]

Congratulations on the rite parts safe travels

[@larrygalario5457]

Aloha ! You both make a Pair ! Thank God you know how to Fix your Home Engine 🚌. Beat all this 🤑labor Hrs..... Love your Video...Very Down to Earth Vibes... Take Care Godbless..

[@jimlotspeich7117]

Yep! James is a good name. We even named our son James!

[@galilfan0198]

I'm building my first bus now. 45ft MCI 102 DL3. I had my 1400AH of LFP Lithium arrive. Hopefully I'm exploring the country with someone special soon.

[@brianpeterson5559]

Thank you amazing video, very interesting... good fix Jimmy

[@Henle15]

Don't go too fast north or you may encounter some very cold temperatures and/or winter storms this time of year.

[@elaineg4921]

Safe travels

[@davidroberts8731]

O'Reilly's, always... that's proper

[@LexicAver]

Good job!

[@patdavis8018]

Great video.

[@tagoooU]

Thumbs up for O'Reillys for letting you stay there.

[@wild13hawk]

Take your time going north. It's still possible for it to be really cold and nasty up there.

[@jeboutdoors377]

If you take the battery cable of the bus while its running and the bus cuts it self off the alternator is bad.