WHY USE AN HDT? Is it SAFE to RV? What's it all about? HDT RV Travel. Fulltime RV Life. RV Couple

WHY do we use an HDT to travel? We're not commercial, so, WHY?
We go to the HDT West Coast Rally for about 10 days to catch up with friends and do some presentations.
But what is an HDT and is it right for you? Why would anyone want to get into this type of RV travel?
Let's find out!
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RV Camping
We like to "Switch it Up" between resorts and campgrounds and boondocking is always an option.
We draw inspiration from Keep Your Daydream KYD, Less Junk More Journey, Finding Our Someday and Changing Lanes. We normally travel in an HDT similar to KZbin channels Suite Travels, Switch it Up and Watts on Wheels. I also get some ideas from the editing style of Happily Ever Hanks (Happilyeverhanks) #thankshanks and believe it or not, I actually learned something from MRBeast Mr Beast video's as well. We're not exactly taking Life in the Slow Lane but we do stop and smell the roses.
Our journey is the destination. We want to share our experiences of our discovery of What's Next.
I get my music from:
Epidemicsound.com
Tracks:
Outta Here by Jennifer Holm (intro song)
Freckles by View Point
Happy-Go-Lucky by Victor Lundberg
A Dance in the Sun by Erik Fernholm
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We use the TSD card for diesel fuel and save a bundle each time we fill up our Big Rig. We also use it to fill up our Onan generator.
The big blue boards (XL version) we use sometimes to get us "un-stuck" is from:
Gotreads.com
Our Class C is built by Thor Motorcoach on a Ford F550 chassis. It's a production build Magnitude model XG32. We tow our red Jeep Wrangler Sahara behind it. We've made some modifications to it so that we can boondock comfortably. Lithium batteries, Victron 3000w multi-plus inverter, dual alternators charge while traveling and mods to the water system greatly enhance it's boondocking capabilities.
Our extreme completely custom 5th wheel is built on a semi-trailer chassis with air suspension and air brakes. Completely loaded it weighs 42,000 lbs rolling down the highway. And we do roll down the highway nearly every week. You see, we believe that if your home has wheels they should be used.
Vehicles:
2016 Volvo VNL780 "Voyager"
2016 Smart fortwo "Pathfinder"
2019 SpaceCraft Custom built semi-trailer 5th wheel "Orion"
2023 Thor Magnitude XG32 Class C "Curiosity"
2017 Jeep Wrangler Sahara "Artemis"
Power system:
3250 watts of solar with Panasonic panels
30.1 KWH of Lithium batteries
2- 4K watt Magnum Inverters deliver power as if we are on shore power
2- 4K watt 240v Cotek Inverters deliver additional power for our LG Mini split HVAC and stove
Coachnet is our roadside assistance company we use but hopefully we don't use them too often. LOL
We are not sponsored by Whataburger but I do enjoy them anytime I can get my hands on one. They used to be just out of Texas but they have expanded.
BIg Truck Big Travels video's are based on our personal experience and not meant nor portrayed as experts in anything we do or say. It's our life on the road and our opinions are not meant to be construed as advice. Enjoy life on the road.

[@oldbroad7672]

The smart car parade just struck me as absolutely hilarious. 🤣 I was waiting for bunches of clowns to come tumbling out of each one! It was so cute.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That is always funny! Never gets old seeing that at the rally's.

[@kcsmpatter]

Love your normal travel videos but man, these last 2 you’ve put out have been so incredibly interesting! Nice to hear your back story. Safe travels.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much.

[@tameramer9348]

I love your life in America, the vast spaces, God willing, and the independent private homes without the high-rise, multi-storey buildings, and your constant connection to nature, so that every house has its own backyard, and this is the best life or the ideal life on the face of the earth, the constant connection to nature, greenery, and trees.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We really enjoy it and the freedom of affords us.

[@tameramer9348]

@@bigtruckbigtravels بتمنى لكم السعاده الدائمه بأذن الله

[@kevin83972]

@@tameramer9348thanks wish you the same stay blessed

[@NatKekuna2012]

I know it’s called HDT now but to me it’s still a Semi to me. I understand why you got it. As a previous OTR driver, find it hard now to even drive my GMC 3500. Felt safer in the Semi. I didn’t realize how many HTD’s are out there.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It's still a semi for sure but on lighter duty as an HDT. 😆 🤣 Quite a few of us but still a very small niche in the RV world.

[@jeffk464]

Was an OTR driver, it seems like pushing the fifth wheel that far back would make it hard to back up. You can get a million miles out of a "Semi" from what I've heard most light truck diesels are good for about 300,000 miles of towing., thats something.

[@brentwall9786]

Thanks from Australia for being so down to earth and sharing how you ended up on your awesome set up.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Brent. It's about our travels and we never thought anyone would be interested... but it seems there's a few...sooo... we produced the video to let our channel friends get to know us a little better.

[@kbVACArestatecarsnrvs]

You two crushed it again. I was drawn to your channel because of the HDT and even though I don't think (at my age and health downfalls) I'd ever be doing what you are doing in the same way, information is information. Learning new things is learning new things. Regardless. And even after not having my Class A anymore after 17 years, I can't let go (RV life) and it's still a part of me (Teenager days my Dad bought a new '72-22' Prowler Travel trailer....bug bit for camping started). And I'm here because of your dedication of what you do and how you do it. I cannot thank you enough for sharing it all!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Wow! Thank you so very much. We're grateful to have everyone along with us on this journey.

[@Ron_Masterjohn]

You guys have one heck of a set up with the Volvo sand that awesome trailer. I would have thought the Volvo would have been about $225,000 so $140,000 all in was I’m sure a no brainer. Love your channel and you guys are so fun to watch. 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Ron. I was shocked at the quote, now 10 years ago. As you said, a no brainer.

[@CryMeARiver63]

Great info from you guys . My uncle was a long haul trucker and he has told us through the years he felt safe in his semi then he did in his car . There were some nice looking rigs there . Y'all stay safe .😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's awesome and we feel much safer. Thanks for watching.

[@Mr.andMrs.Mike1217]

This episode was absolutely PERFECT timing, as we just let our family know that we are getting a Volvo too. We introduced them this last weekend to your channel and now they’ll see we aren’t the only ones. Thanks for showing what a huge following the HDT community has. It will hopefully ease our family’s concerns. Great job guys! And Sondra absolutely needs her own ‘craft carrier’😂Better get on board David 😉Take care you guys!❤~Wendy

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Woohoo! Congratulations 🎊. Your family will come to embrace the change and actually get a kick out of telling their friends about your setup!

[@krazedkamper]

I have a 15,000 lb Solitude 310GK, and now you have me strongly considering an HDT for safety, above all. Thank you for the details.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad to help. It's not for everyone but it has some really good advantages. It's just what is important to you. Thanks

[@zizzyzoot7033]

So, Sondra didn't like the idea of an HDT at first, but changed her mind? Does this mean she'll eventually agree to David getting a boat? 😉

[@raoulroberts2024]

Exactly!😂

[@1994home]

I’m of the opinion that David will never get a boat

[@rlcarver]

😂

[@deborahdegen5549]

I think David will get a boat when he gets too old to go over the road full-time. I can see the two of you in a houseboat. I think that would be so much fun.

[@Jeffrey-Flys]

He wins…. The lottery!!!!!!!

[@dericktrx7573]

Hopefully one day me and my wife can do something like you guys are doing….. Man I love you have a job like you all must of have. Dreams come true I hope! Safe travels guys.

[@marketshare3969]

I’m only out on the road about three months a year, but I can’t wait for your next video. Very cool and interesting way to travel.👍👊😎

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. We love it.

[@grampabill]

I have really enjoyed these last two videos. You are no longer a couple of silly people who drive a crazy big rig. You are two very intelligent people who know what they are doing. You have done a great job telling your story and explaining why you are doing what you are doing. All the best to you and may you live long and prosper!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We try to be sensible and responsible but live life for today and plan for tomorrow. Appreciate your time watching the channel.

[@chriswielenga9882]

Loved the smart car exodus! I’m a hd truck mechanic and I remember back in the early 90’s seeing class 6-7 medium trucks pulling the larger RVs and that made much more sense to me regarding safety. My question/comment is about the coach. I don’t think the cookie-cutter 5th wheels are designed for full time living, both mechanically and coach wise. Spacecraft is probably not for everyone but in the end, just like the HDT, long term it will cost less. A commercial trailer chassis is built for the weight and mileage a full timer puts on the coach. Air ride suspension is so much easier on the coach and air brakes are less maintenance / give more stopping confidence. Just my two cents from someone who owns a 21’ TT 😉 Great channel and I tune in often.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I think you're correct, Chris. Long term, our setup will be less outlay and less expensive over 20 years. The production models can't hold up to fulltime living...especially if you also put more than 10K miles and 25 stops. No doubt!

[@RvnFeathers]

Hey guys, those smart cars are adorable looking! Im glad you found something great to pull your home because I don't think you could get very far pushing it around the country 😂😅😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We agree! 😆 🤣 it wouldn't even get an inch!

[@BJM217]

I love how brave you were starting out on this journey. I recently had a leg operation after being off my leg for 1 year, I lived vicariously through your journey, had operation 3 months ago and recently took my beautiful dog and two granddaughters on a two kilometre walk, first for a long while (still building back muscle). I still wait for your videos with much anticipation, have travelled the world extensively and to the States 2 but always with work and the last thing I want to do is get on another plane, never got to see the beautiful places you go to so I appreciate very much your travel blogs. For now more than happy to explore my beautiful state of South Australia.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's great and congrats on the walk! We hope to get down to Australia sometime. Thanks for watching the channel.

[@danielseymour3368]

Really enjoyed your video. Were almost ready to retire and travel. Such a nice wealth of information. Safe travels. Dan & Lila Seymour

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck on your plans. Thanks for watching the channel.

[@JeffFrmJoisey]

This was so much fun! Showing us who you are and how you got to today was sooo interesting. Told myself I’d watch 1/2 tonight and the rest tomorrow; that didn’t happen. Had to watch it all, just like picking up a book and being 52 pages in before you know it. Thank you so much for entertaining me!! 😃👍

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're welcome and glad you're along on the journey. 😊

[@NatKekuna2012]

Thanks for explaining the differences. Have fun, be safe and keep it between the lines😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, you too!

[@RickV1967]

A lot of great information! Thank you for being so upfront so that we can make the best choices in traveling!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Rick. And glad you got something useful out of it.

[@JamieStuff]

As a trucker (11 years and still rolling), I really need to reiterate the whole comfort aspect of the HDT vs. a dually. Semi tractors are designed to be driven 8-10 hours a day, every day. I put in a 500+ mile day, and I feel fine when I park. In a pickup, you're sore and aching. Also, you mentioned the cost. I've been watching the used tractor market recently, with an eye for getting a tractor to use when I retire. Trucks with 500K miles on them are going for the $50K-$60K range, and those trucks can go over a million miles before they need any major service. I love your back story, and I hope to meet up with you two someday. Maybe I'll bobtail to one of the HDT rallys!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Yes. Semi-trucks are made for driving comfort. We're ready to roll after a day on the road. No fatigue. Huge benefit. I also like having an engine in front of me vs a windshield for safety.

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

Our dually Ram 3500 is comfortable to drive and ride in! Especially when hauling our 30ft. fiver.

[@Gadget3500]

Really enjoyed watching the videos. We are full timers also. We have been doing this about the same amount of time as you. We also love it. Glad you mentioned the Escapees RV club, as we have been members for 24 years and can say they never miss a beat on the mail service. We are slowing down a bit as we approaching 80 now. We will keep on trucking with our Ram and 5th wheel. Thanks for the videos.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That is awesome! Safe travels and thanks for being a part of the journey with us.

[@JeffMaynard-qt1zo]

Informationally, one your best videos. Look forward to all your episodes.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 lots of info in this one for sure. Thanks

[@user-in4sg2ho9z]

Once again! You two are the best! Thank you❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Our pleasure!

[@brentwall9786]

From Australia, thank you so much for explaining all that about your rig. It was very interesting to learn how you ended up with an amazing setup. Cheers from OZ

[@susanpiette7165]

This was great. When you mentioned Livingston and Escapees, I was bouncing in my chair. My sister lives there and stayed in the park. I believe she worked there too. Thank you both for the wealth of information. Enjoy

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh wow! That's awesome. Thanks for watching.

[@my09ultra]

Very Cool Video you guys! Park looks very clean and organized there in Idaho. Thanks for bringing us along 🎉

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're welcome. The park is very nice and well kept. Thanks

[@maryannlarson3041]

Loved today’s information. I only wish I had people to travel with more often. I loved being in my motor home with my husband but after he passed away. I kept on. Traded in motor home for new pull trailer and new truck. Off to Lake Chelan in Washington state on Saturday for 2 weeks with 11 other rigs (all cousins). Enjoy the Rally and Stay safe.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Beautiful area. Enjoy. Thank you. 😃

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

There are groups for solo women camping, try checking them out.

[@cyndymalouf1638]

I am definitely hooked on your videos. My husband watches with me while he's eating dinner. He said, they're so happy! We stay pretty close to home at a 1000 Trails near us. Because with a golf cart and boat to take the grandkids tubing....it can take us 2 trips to get all our gear.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That is awesome! A boat and a campground is a phenomenal combination! Love it! Thanks

[@Non_Of_U_business]

Great Episode! Lots of Info and HDT's wow! Keep On Truckin! We are seeing more HDT's in the Tucson area ourselves and seems to be a trend@! Cheers and God Bless you two!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Tucson is a great winter destination for many.

[@alanradnai7702]

Great video, thanks for all the details. Safe travels

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Alan. Appreciate your time watching the channel.

[@barrylambert8572]

The cost of your truck and rig.....buying quality always costs less over time. Pay for quality, it reaps ROI benefits over time.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's our thought...and philosophy in life. Thanks

[@marianbrinley4389]

I loved this informative video!! Looked like a fun rally! Loved the smart car 🚗 parade! 😂 thanks for taking us with you!! Be safe out there!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Marian. It was fun to do that.

[@mudslinger995]

We don't eat out, as she is holding a Whataburger cup.....lol. Love your channel.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 🤣 oh... we have 20 of them in the cabinet! Got them free from a Whataburger manager several years ago, if we'd do them a favor. Great back story!

[@user-eo3dn4nt8n]

A GREAT INFORMATIVE VIDEO. I HAVE LIVED FULL TIME AND WORKED NEARLY 9 YRS. IN MY SMALL TRAVEL TRAILER.. NEXT SUMMER IM PLANNING TO MOVE TO IDAHO AND WILL BUY MY 5TH WHEEL I HAVE AN F350 4X4 ANNAMAY

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Idaho is beautiful. You'll love the 5th wheel to live in, very nice.

[@tdwestcott2704]

Someone told us you were team drivers in your working lives. Well, this video proves other wise. We’ve really enjoyed watching and wish we could see your older ones but that has changed. Can’t wait for your next adventure.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks 👍

[@raoulroberts2024]

Sondra, kudos to you. When presented with genuine evidence, you adjusted your opinion.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 she wasn't thrilled about it! Lol 😆

[@elzabethmorgan8020]

Yet another great video - excellent presentation! Enjoy the rally!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Elizabeth. We had a great time.

[@texasfan3345]

Truck looks great. Hope y’all had fun at the rally. Be safe. Gig em

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Hope your new coach gets them back to prominence.

[@katewebber1131]

What a happy guy. 😊😊😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Happy life, Kate.

[@christygr]

Thanks for taking the time to explain all of this. It was very interesting and informative. Have a great time and continued safe travels. P.S. I think you are fairly safe that Sondra won’t be doing the vlog editing, and therefore cutting out the puns and dad jokes, as she would have to reduce or eliminate her journaling time!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😆 I think you're correct on the editing part! She's too busy with her stickers!

[@NANKEL1]

His guys, great choice in truck, I only wish here in Australia we had a bonnet Volvo's. The ride looks so good when I watch you guys, I drive a Volvo FH 600 cabover for work and the ride is not, also the fuel economy is great on the Volvo's, love the channel guys, one day I'll be doing the same driving for pleasure rather than work 👌🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. Not many cabovers in the US. One day we'll get to Australia. Thanks for watching.

[@Riverstonesthrowaway]

Awesome job on this video. Answered some questions I had on HDT - and especially appreciate your viewpoint on private truck versus RV versus totterhome. Makes sense to me. Appreciate you "dad' jokes and even more your sounds effects!! 🤣 Hoping to make it to the Kansas HDT rally in October!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad it was helpful! Would be great to see you in Hutch. We'll be there a week early for a meet-up.

[@i70show]

Good video ! Neat stuff ! I bought the 2017 Smart Car, 2015 Volvo & ended up not finishing the build. Love the Smart car need to sell the Volvo cheap ! Ended up with the cummins 2500 ram and a Outdoor RV travel trailer. Couldn’t wait to hit the road.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Good luck! It's all good as long as you're comfy. Thanks

[@jps1139]

Great video. You do well driving that big rig. I think you have made a great choice, especially with regard to quality and safety

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We think so too.

[@CBRR10011]

Awesome story, enjoy the journey

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you

[@zachariahmannon3893]

I saw you guys 2 days ago at the $50,000 gas station in Hauge MT! Sweet set up!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sweet! Very small world we live in. Thank you and safe travels.

[@vickyshultz357]

Congrats on the channel growing to 50k plus.❤🎉🎉😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much 😊

[@richis65]

Great video. Lots of good information. Thanks.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you taking the time to watch the channel.

[@ileanaadams6874]

This was a great video. Be safe. Thank you.👍🏻

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, you too!

[@edmorse3529]

Excellent information!! Definitely thinking about it now

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Careful, Ed. Don't drink the kool-aid! Lol 😆 😆

[@Jakethebear2021]

Thank you for another great video watching you guys from Cathlamet, WA.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks

[@gregorymg2006]

Wow, this is an excellent informative video!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks

[@marymurphy5069]

Loved the explanation of WHY the big hug rig. Hope to see you on the road someday

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I hope so too! That would be fun. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks

[@brendanoleary5885]

Very information vid you guys. Great stuff

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you taking the time to watch the channel.

[@joec4871]

Very informative. Thanks for the insight.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you for watching the channel.

[@Judamac]

Hi from Canada.Very informative video.Thanks for sharing

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevintreloar6577]

Great video ...very interesting..safe travels..kev

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks

[@richardmarshall2229]

Great video, thank you.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. 😃

[@garyslavonic1241]

Great video, and back story as to how you guys go where you are with the HDT, would love to see a simular video sometime on the Spacecraft RV, it looks great.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Gary. We've been talking about that and may do a similar video on it and our experience with the build.

[@matthewrogers94mr]

This is my first time hearing about HDT, very neat seing this style motor home.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks and glad you enjoyed it.

[@markthornton7303]

Thanks for all the great info you two! When we went full time in 2018 we towed a 44' 5er toy hauler (17k lbs empty) with a F350 dually. I wanted a HDT but like Sondra, my DW was not for it at all. So we went with a 41' Super-C and tow a Jeep Wrangler. Who knows what the future holds...

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

41' Super C and a Jeep has some definite advantages and is still comfy for fulltiming. We think you have a well rounded unit good for all types of travel. Nice!

[@davidhoward7451]

You two are so goofy and corny....I love it. Hope to one day see you on the road

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Always fun to meet people on the road.

[@sandydorland7306]

So enjoy your adventures

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Sandy.

[@aeconsulting1]

The VOLVO HDT was such a great choice. Imagine you had a new or newer one, would be amazing! Would love to drive one. The Peterbuilt’s look great but I would still prefer a VOLVO. The power tandem is the way to go you did well with the upgrade. I like that you added fresh water / waste tanks to the truck, so convenient, especially when boondocking! Maybe I am a bit biased since I was born in Germany / Europe but I love living in the US and being a US citizens to have common sense and allow to drive this big rigs without a CDL. That would not be possible in Germany. Very strict rules. It’s not even possible to tow a toad ( 4 wheels down) behind your Class A. Because you can’t back up. So, in Germany you need to put your car on a trailer. Safe travels, thanks for the video!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We love our Volvo, we think it's the safest on the road. It's nice to have the freedom to choose.

[@varianhall1483]

I like the direction that you have taken with the HDT and home. Never drove a Volvo but know drivers that have and they have the best ride and are dependable. If the Lord sees fit for us to go this way we would likely go toy hauler for the small SUV or truck and a small boat for me to fish around in to travel around in and put a UTV on the truck deck. Love your set up.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's a great plan. Thanks for watching. Love the boat idea!

[@CCscott]

The local community must’ve gotten a good laugh at the clown car parade. 😊 Great explanation on the history of your hdt.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it. The public always gets a chuckle out of a flock of Smarts on the prowl! 😆

[@Nausome_nana]

Great video and very informative. We drive a 24 ft Class C with no slides or tow.We only snowbird for 3.5 months.😂 I am like Sondra., washrooms breaks would slow us down if I couldn’t get up and walk to the bathroom while going down the highway.🚽🧻😂😂❤️

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That is awesome! Very flexible setup which allows you to go anywhere.

[@georgeoconnell8370]

thank you both . very good information . looks perfect . if i could i would like locking differantials. and if i could find a folding powered ramp to on and of load the smart . i had a toy hauler with i.q. on board . god bless we wish you great health and very happy trailes .

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Powered folding ramps would be cool!

[@myk55501]

Hey, As a Super C owner here what I was told by an lawyer. If the truck is non-commercial aka sign PRIVATE NOT FOR HIRE. then the tractor trailer truck becomes a motorhome because it's non-commercial designated the real problem you have which in some states you could be put in jail for even the death penalty in some states is those corny jokes you're not licensed to do corny jokes you're not designated Sandra has the right to use duct tape anytime. It's the same way with Yachts if they lease Yachts out and rent them out is there then commercial and they get taxed at a different rates. The way the federal government looks at it is that your non-commercial you don't need a CDL to operate in some states.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 true on the duct tape. It's intent on the truck. Lawyers don't understand the conversion process and we're not willing to insure in a grey area that may be rescinded when needed. My $.02...worth less than that! 😆

[@rickymcintosh1152]

Good video everyone

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you

[@bobbieroberts1995]

When you were talking about Shoshone Falls I said sh sho nee. Well boy was I wrong. So old dogs can learn new things

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 no, you were correct. Don't change! We were wrong.

[@alexanderlacy4005]

I thought about going to an HDT rally sometimes, but my HDT is way too big to get in there. Lol. I’m 99’ from bumper to bumper, I have a W900L Kenworth that has the same exact sleeper as that big white Peterbuilt you had in your video, it has a bathroom, kitchen, bed, and passenger seats in it, with a stretched frame to get my Jeep onboard with my 53’ spacecraft toy hauler. It is massive, and I been turned away from a few camp sites that did support HDTs but mine was just to long, and some it also sit to low and my fuel tanks would drag. But it ran the haul road up here in Alaska a couple weeks ago, but by the time I got back to the Fox AK Hill Top truck stop, she already had a full color change from front to rear. It took my guys 8hrs to clean it when we got back to Wasilla AK. Lol

[@raoulroberts2024]

99'! Wow! 100' going up on a hill, I guess. That is long.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Wow! That's big! I guess I won't complain at 73 feet! Oh, we remember the Alaska two-tone!

[@dashhoundlover2837]

HELLO GUYS FANTASTIC VIDEO LOVE YOU GUYS ! BE BLESSED BE SAFE 🇺🇸🚂🇺🇸🚂🚂🙏

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks

[@davidwatts5863]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎 I thank God my 28years of driving a big truck that never had to use a emergency run away truck ramp. All ways stop at top of hill check brakes and don't stand on them.👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Right on! We use the Jake and downhill cruise whenever we go downhill!

[@davidwatts5863]

@@bigtruckbigtravels 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@myk55501]

Hey, Super C Show Haulers don't squeak rattle or roll you have a Thor product which squeaks parked. I can backup my flat tow up to a mile and have due to Garmin sending me down a deadend road i made wind chimes out of them. They break in half easily. Dish mat stop the rattle.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for the info! Air ride makes a difference.

[@conniediggs6736]

Really enjoyed the information on your HDT…

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you for watching.

[@001tgv]

日本から観ています。 英語でコメントできなくて申し訳ありません。 アメリカならではの雄大さと自由、日本では無理だと思い知らされます。 これからも楽しい旅行を。

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We've been to Japan several times and love your country.

[@steveegbert3554]

Have a great time at the rally

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Lots of fun.

[@ptwhd]

Thanks for sharing 😊😊😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for watching.

[@aquablue3803]

Good info

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks

[@cathygreen9169]

I always watch Yous !

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Cathy!

[@CarolStJohn-ev9ry]

In my day they were called a semi or a tractor-(trailer) but whatever they're called now they sure look cool!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Carol. Still called a semi-truck but we call them an HDT to distinguish from commercial application.

[@vaughncoates4664]

When I was young my dad always towed a Jeep. He just had me hold the steering wheel, backed up no problem

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's a good idea because the wheels will turn.

[@monahardy978]

HDT or HTT WHAT DOES IT Stand for? Great video. Nice to learn all this from these last 2 videos. Thank you .!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Mona. HDT = Heavy Duty Truck. It's a semi-truck but we say HDT to distinguish it from a commercial application.

[@marcelracine4154]

Your video made me glad and sad. Glad to see all the folks and their rigs but sad we couldnt make it this year. National here we come!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We'll be there for National, Marcel. Probably get there early to have a channel meet-up for anyone interested. See ya!

[@marcelracine4154]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I look forward to that. We will be there early as well, likely Wed arrival. Keep me in the loop.

[@badgerpa9]

Great video, stay safe and healthy! I shared your video to twitter and fakebook, I don't know if it will get you any more views but I tried.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 thank you very much for thinking of us! That was very nice. Really appreciated.

[@badgerpa9]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I try and remember to share all of your vids, I enjoy them.

[@krisklopf1901]

David your the King of Dad jokes!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 oh yeah! Can't help myself!

[@zukiboy94]

One time, I pulled into a CA. inspection station in the truck and bus lane with a 44' motor home. I was informed I was not a commercial vehicle and I was in the wrong lane! 😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 🤣 we've had that too!

[@steveddavis]

Nothing better than a big honker truck! Do any of the HDT's piggyback a Fiat 500 latitudinally, like the Smarts? Loved the Polaris on the one truck. Guessing the one with the Jeep on the back is towing a smaller trailer? Great video 👊

[@badgerpa9]

Smarts Fortwo is 106 inches and the Fiat is 135 inches or longer.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Jeep on the back, towing a 40ft 5th wheel. The Smart is the only car which fits sideways. Several are going to a longer bed for a Jeep which is nice but they sacrifice maneuverability. Thanks for watching.

[@isabelladavis1363]

Wow much much to take into consideration and most importantly COMMITMENT to living that kind of life looks like the closest we will be is camping in a CABIN and not tent … lol by the way Sondra what great T shirt very clever design… stay blessed guys

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Isabella. She loves the shirt!

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

Glad you do you! Better than forcing yourself to fit social perceptions. However, I’d think the run away lanes would’ve persuaded you NOT to go with the HDT! Our RAM 4500 dually is a diesel so we also have the engine brake that kicks in going downhill. I think our truck is big with the long box & the 30’ fifth wheel! I wanted a smaller rig for national & provincial parks but a truck that won’t hold up others while climbing Canadian mountains. Great info & yeah, a craft cave is a must! Gotta do some renos to get it, it’s a non-negotiable!🤣

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 🤣 the "cave" may be in the future... on a boat! 😆 HDT has bigger brakes, engine and frame so it will hold up better in the long run for us. Thanks, Elizabeth for the comments and appreciate your time watching the channel.

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I agree that the HDT is a better truck…but it’s sooo big! We were planning taking the semi training course but it was $2000 each! Scratch that. It would have been awesome and really handy to have.

[@mommasonthemove9144]

Y’all are so cute!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 thanks!

[@meganthompson8193]

I love following you guys My dad was a trucker When are you coming to australia We are caravaners but are stuck at home at the moment as I had to have a hip replacement Stay safe xxx

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Megan. Love to come to Australia but we are trying to figure out how to do it. A month won't cut it. Have to caravan around the country to really experience it. Good luck on the hip!

[@sharonsugarsmith1267]

I am so glad u did not take ur Rig into Mexico. They compensated some Vans & mobile homes. The people enter at a different crossing than the one they were exiting. They claimed the paper work was not right. Attorneys submitted new paper work but it did not help. You did right!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Have to obey the law. It keeps us out of trouble.

[@user-no1ue1yd7y]

I understand your feelings about how people register their rigs. We travel in a horse trailer with living quarters, a whole 80 sq ft, lol. I used to have farm tags because I was raising quarter horses. You aren't suppose to travel over 250 miles with those tags. I think that's the right distance. Anyway when I started going out of state I changed them. What gets me a little pond is show and rodeo with these humongous trailers going all over the country with farm tags, which used to be $12. If they can afford those trailers they should pay the real price for their tags. Rant over. I love ya'lls videos too.

[@user-no1ue1yd7y]

A little edit. That pond should be p**** off and horse show and rodeo people😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Personal outlook, ethics and doing what's right but sometimes that is in the "eye of the beholder". Appreciate your time watching the channel.

[@celebrity2ballans]

SOO< If you get an offer like the Bandit got on Smokey and the Bandit will you do it!!?? lol

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 🤣 that's funny! Hmmm....carrying Whataburgers?!? Now we're in serious conversation! 😆

[@prettygurl11ize]

Blessings beautiful people ❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you 😊

[@judystreich7333]

Interesting, a lot of questions answered and information that answered the curious minds. A duck is always a duck, right? I totally agree with what Sondra commented on about towing and stopping. It’s my big peeve, people towing their rv’s at 75 plus mph. Oh, I hear people BRAGGING about how fast they can travel and I always ask them, “But can you stop in an emergency?” Clueless, just get out of my way drivers Cause I am on the road types. Last weekend I had to travel I-75 (close to my MI home) on a weekend and will share two experiences on my way from Flint. With my cruise set at 75, in my car, I was in the far right lane. A pick-up towing a TT that was about 30 ft in length passed me like I was holding them up! Next, a croch rocket passed me on the right shoulder as I was coming down (still in freeway traffic) at the Zilwaukee Bridge and he was doing about 100 mph splitting lanes. I-75 on a weekend in MI is not a pleasant experience. I have towed our 5th wheel all across the U S a few times, we have had pick-up campers over the years and the same theme prevails, too much speed will get-ya. Stay safe out there, “So many roads, so little time”. PS, you guys have the best looking set up, it’s pretty and cool too.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. Sounds like an interesting travel area up there! We may explore it next year.

[@judystreich7333]

I can give ya two real cool places to stay in the U P. Central for sightseeing the area.

[@user-hi8uf5tg7t]

Wouldn’t a truck hauling a 5th wheel be the same as yours, except your truck is an actual tractor trailer? I am glad to hear that you did need to take a test to drive it. I think it’s a little scary that these big RVs don’t need to do that.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Basically the same...a tractor is a tractor. Ours may have a few more options than a commercial truck but it's the same except we have a bed to carry our Smart car, fresh water & waste tanks too.