RV Tips and Notes from the field Teardrop Trailer Vistabule

[@futuremartillo]

a couple foldable universal tent poles, each end poked into the ground to create a small bow could support your solar panels to point them at least a little toward the sun and allow air movement underneath

[@CosmoWeems]

Thank You! Another good idea. I expect to be on the road soon and will test out some ideas. The panels are very flexible and can not stand on their own with out back support. I had been thinking about PVC pipe too which can just be assembled into a frame. But I am reluctant to add more gear! One idea that did not work was golf tees. I may try tent stakes too! Thanks for your help. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@66block84]

I used that masonry line for pulling telephone cable through drop ceilings & would tie a nut to drop down inside of sheetrock walls. Good stuff.

[@CosmoWeems]

I have used it for the same purpose! I love the stuff. I think I actually have a mile of it in the basement. I use it to hang Ham radio antennas when out camping. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@cheryllapham6279]

I always learn something from you. I went to the hardware store yesterday and bought cheap cord on a winder. Thanks for the clue.

[@CosmoWeems]

Great to hear Cheryl! I picked up a knot card to go with my cord amzn.to/2YCCBwv. You will impress the other campers ha ha ha. Thanks for the comment. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@kidsoffthepayroll5215]

Another great video, Cosmo. Thanks for sharing.

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks. Love your name! Enjoy 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@johnepley1945]

That was funny! I will tell my non-camping friends that when camping you have to change your definitions of “clean”, “dry”, and “comfortable”!

[@CosmoWeems]

Ha ha ha. The key to happiness is lowering expectations. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@BirdPhish]

take some of your cord and stake down a low "clothesline" so you can lay one end of your solar panels on it keeping them off the grass on one end and angling them towards the sun......you could use wood dowels, pvc pipe or something you already have along to provide the vertical support arms to get the line at a good height...you could double up the cords so one of them would be one top of the panels keeping the panels from blowing over Always amazed with how many good tips you have Cosmo...pretty sure the silicone garlic peelers I use daily I got from watching your vids...thanks for sharing!

[@CosmoWeems]

Hi Todd always great to hear from you and the BirdPhish channel kzbin.info/door/potCiDLaM0-O4ZmtseK9kg Thanks for the idea. Its a good sugestion that uses gear on hand. I had another suggestion to use golf tees to float the panel above the grass. Next time out I am going to experiment. Great to hear from creative minds. Regards =Cosmo

[@edwardmorgan9411]

Awesome, love your videos, comments!

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks Ed! Im having a great time and love hearing from viewers. Regards =Cosmo 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@georgegandara6054]

Following your trips for a while , thankyou for the amazing views, from Chile

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks George! I hope to make it to Chile one day. Regards =Cosmo 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@georgegandara6054]

Thank you for your reply,if you make it to Chile in the future let me know,i live in viña del mar,a seaside resort next to Valparaiso port,and from n November to March in the Patagonia,due to my job, keep on rocking,lookin forward for new vids,regards

[@jccapwell]

Again, nice work. I have used buckets, like the ones you demonstrated for decades on canoe trips. They are fine. The first thing to give up is the belief that they will behave exactly like a hard sided bucket. The buckets are different and behave slightly different. As I consider to move from remote backcountry camping to boondocking the rugs you use are of great interest to me. However you stated in an earlier video that they are no longer available. Hope there is a replacement soon. Thank you again.

[@CosmoWeems]

Great tip!Depends on some the prices shot up amzn.to/3hqSmxi Others are still affordable amzn.to/3k5oAjb I love the mats. They clean very easily and protect the grass etc. Good luck on your search. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 and contributing to the conversation! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@markh3720]

Great content sir👍

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks Mark! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@bobm5198]

I have a silicone Collapsible bucket that hold 2 gallons and collapses down to less than one inch. Works well.

[@CosmoWeems]

Collapsible buckets come in handy! I have use them to bath myself and wash cloths. I often use a collapsible wash tub too. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@hane2398]

I really enjoy your videos! Thank you so much for these tips- learn something from you everytime.

[@hane2398]

They have these light weight, collapsible wire stacking racks (used to organize clothes or pantry, etc) if you want to lay the panels flat but lift them off the grass.

[@hane2398]

Something like this: whitmor wire grid stacking utility shelf. Of course, I have no association with them whatsoever. I use it to keep my stuff of the ground after rain etc during camping. Worked okay for me so far. Hope it helps!

[@CosmoWeems]

Thank You Hane. Nice to have you viewing. Regards =Cosmo

[@CosmoWeems]

Thank You. I will check it out. So far the most practical suggestion was to use long golf tees. Small light and cheap! =Cosmo

[@extremelydave]

It's a Cosmo Compilation!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's always great to see your videos Cosmo... seeing tips from a real road warrior means a lot more to me than a pretty face trying to sell something... for your solar panel grass killing issue.... could you set them on some 1x1's and put a hinge in the middle to cut down on size? I have to wonder how far off the ground you need the panels to be without scorching the earth. OMG I didn't know Slik was still around... I have had Slik tripods since the 70's!!!! I love the shaft that unscrews!!!! Keep that camera rolling Cosmo!!!

[@CosmoWeems]

Hi Dave. Ya My very old compact Slik tripod recently died and thought I would see what they were up to. They definitely boosted the quality since my last purchase. I viewed the old tripod as barely adequate. This one is very nice (for my needs). I think an air gap of an inch will be adequate. I like your idea even some plastic pipe might do the trick but its not multi purpose. But one suggestion (which I have not tried is to use golf tees.They are cheap and take up no space at all. I will experiment. Thanks for your help. Regards =Cosmo

[@daves3016]

get some small folding tables to set the solar panels on but you might have to fasten them down in case of wind

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks Dave. I tied golf tees but I think they may not be raising the panels enough. I may try plastic tent stakes. Im limited how much I can carry. A small solution is better for my setup. I have 2 tables but am reluctant to use them for anything but me! Ha ha. Nice mechanical info on your channel kzbin.info/door/kBXHrvqLQ7tMGuj52e50Sw 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@lisablaus1459]

Camping with an orange dinosaur, you are a wild man!

[@CosmoWeems]

Baw haw haw. Wild is good! I like wild things. Regards =Cosmo 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@duanerichardson5405]

Enjoyed the video Cosmo I think Kevin's idea about elevating the solar panels on golf tees or something equivalent is a good idea as I'm also thinking it would keep them cooler with air flow and run more efficient.

[@CosmoWeems]

Hi Duane. I agree. I ordered the tees last night and they should be here today. My viewers have great ideas! Will report back when I have some tests complete. Hope things are good. I may try and cross the border in October in the Montreal area. Regards =Cosmo

[@DIYOutdoorLife]

This is great! First, I'd like to go to whale heaven as well...lol When Cosmo and I went camping together, we drove around to other sites and cleaned up and collected abandoned cordage, although he doesn't include this in videos, the guy walks the walk. The whale St Peter will look fondly on you...hehe Also, you answered every problem I'm having with tripods at the end, thank you for sharing experience!

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks Brian! I am sure I will see you in whale Heaven! We both love nature and want to protect it. Im liking your video on using power stations as the RV power kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX61eppmiN-bY5I I met a campter while in Quechee gorge VT who was doing that. When I upload the video I will put a pointer in for your video too! Regards =Cosmo

[@DIYOutdoorLife]

@@CosmoWeems cant wait to see it!

[@kevinbarletta7749]

If you can find longer golf tees and set about a dozen of them in the ground it might keep the panels vented underneath just enough so the grass doesn’t burn!

[@CosmoWeems]

Kevin that is a GREAT IDEA! Small portable and cheap! THANK YOU! =Cosmo 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@kevinbarletta7749]

@@CosmoWeems Great minds think a like, old-school🤔😊

[@CosmoWeems]

I ordered the tees and they should be here soon. Thanks again. I will report my results next time I am out camping! Regards =Cosmo

[@freedomdove]

"I hope I'll go to whale heaven." Lol, Cosmo! I'm sure you will be highly regarded. ;) I would just move the solar panels every day.

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks Dove! Your rig build out is going well Im enjoying your videos. kzbin.info =Cosmo

[@1cosmocat]

Loved the info on the eagle eyes.

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks Cindy. Nature is AMAZING! I loe it when I am camping. Everything is alive. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@rickstonewall2557]

Seems like the easy answer for the grass spots that your solar panels leave, is to put your solar panels on the picnic table so they don't damage the grass. That or lay them on top of your car.

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks Rick. The wire on the solar panel is 25 feet (any more and losses are very high). Its often a balancing act to find a spot for the car table and panels. Part of that is my personal preference on the arrangement. I want the car out of the way so I have a great view from the trailer. I want the table near the kitchen for storing gear and other table use. Also I am always looking for a sunny spot which is the most important aspect of panel placement. I will think about this one. There are times this may work. Thanks for the ideas. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@AlejandroGonzalez-AGS]

Hey Cosmo…long time, could you please tell me in what episode you have your waffle recipe? I forgot to right it down…please advise.thank you. Cheers!

[@CosmoWeems]

Hi Alejandro here is the video and the recipe kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2bdeIqOrKhsepo Single portion 1.75 cups of flower 1/2cup flaxseed wheat bran oat bran combo 1 table spoons backing powder 1 tbl spoons sugar Salt 3 Large Eggs ½ cup oil or butter 1.5 cups milk 1 Tbl Spoons vanilla Mix wet and dry separately Mix together Double portion 3.5 cups of flower 1 cup flaxseed wheat bran oat bran combo 2 table spoons backing powder 2 tbl spoons sugar Salt 6 Large Eggs 1 cup oil or butter 3 cups milk 2 Tbl Spoons vanilla Mix wet and dry separately Mix together

[@AlejandroGonzalez-AGS]

@@CosmoWeems Great …thank you! Cheers..

[@monkeypig8379]

How do you decrease evaporation. I camp in small camping trailer with two 50 pounds fur babies. The wall drenched in sweat every morning. I have dehumidifiers. Window slightly open. Thanks

[@CosmoWeems]

Each adult outputs a pint of water a night in water vapor. You have to open the windwows and roof vent to get rid of the moisture. It helps if your rig is well ventilated. What trailer so you have? =Cosmo

[@monkeypig8379]

Runaway range runner

[@djtravelers4467]

Cosmo Have a question? What would you charge with the Vistabule camper Or add to your build??? The gear will change sometimes or most of the time! Every one has different needs..

[@CosmoWeems]

In my case the rig is pretty darn good for my needs. I spend most of my time off grid and I would get a second lead acid battery for more solar storage. In my case that is all I would change. Happy to help! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@djtravelers4467]

@@CosmoWeems Overall how is Vistabule camper holding up?

[@djtravelers4467]

Thanks!! for all information!! Best regards D & J campers

[@CosmoWeems]

Great. Its 6.75 yrs old. I store it in a garage. No issues. Mine was the 23rd trailer they built. They have made many refinements since then. =Cosmo

[@gregyohngy]

Learned when you say Eagle Eye, it means WAY more vision than a human!

[@CosmoWeems]

Oh Ya! Animals are amazing if we only took more time to appreciate them., Reading about Eagle eyes is really fantastic. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@wadehoagland9188]

I have watched your videos and you sold me on a vistabule. im courteous how your trailer has aged, Is the underside all good do you wish you would have applied additional protection. any advise on additional care here in western pa. the natural salt sure makes a mess of cars and trailers ect. I live close to where you had the clam shelter altered , you visit again drop me a line . would love to shake your hand and buy you dinner.

[@CosmoWeems]

WOW THANKS Wade. I store my trailer in a garage. I would recommend that for any RV owner. The underside is made or a marine plywood. So far no issues for me. There is a Facebook Vistabule owners forum you can check in with to for more input. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@garygoldsmith9844]

How about some balloons to lift those solar panels.

[@CosmoWeems]

Ar ar ar. Your a funny one! I get some real doosies Regards =Cosmo

[@just.bob.j]

Couldn't you just start your car and charge it through the cigarette lighter? How long would it take to fully charge?

[@CosmoWeems]

Naaa I dont want to burn gas or have an engine running in the peace and quiet of the woods. Thanks for the idea! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@just.bob.j]

@@CosmoWeems ok, I understand.

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks Bob.

[@just.bob.j]

@@CosmoWeems i’m seriously considering buying a vestibule, I have so many questions yet to be answered. The first one that keeps coming up, is where to find nice Boondocking places or campsites preferably near water. I live on Long Island, Your video up on the Delaware water gap looks like a nice option for a weekday camping, I think weekends would be too crowded and much more difficult to find spots.

[@CosmoWeems]

Ya weekends are tough. Boondocking is available in the Catskills and Adirondacks. Regards =Cosmo 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@equallywrong]

Looks like kite string to me. End of summer clearance price $.25 for 500 feet/roll just about anywhere that has summer recreational items to get rid of.

[@CosmoWeems]

So you know what the strength is on that? This stuff is really strong. Thanks for the idea. =Cosmo 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@dustinjohnson1410]

Paint the grass green just before you leave. I know. Silly idea, but they actually sell grass paint to deal with that exact situation.

[@ytgre7767]

There's a water-based product using a pump bottle you put it into water spray it out leave the glass screen..

[@CosmoWeems]

Well I want to do more than paint it. I would like to leave the grass in tact. I had a great suggestion from one viewer to use long golf tees to raise the panels off the grass to keep it cool. I will try that one! Thanks for your suggestion 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@CosmoWeems]

Thanks YI. Im going to try the long golg tee solution to raise the panels off the grass. rather than paint it. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@fritzkabeano1969]

Hint: There's wood growing around you and it makes amazing spacers

[@richardmorrow5060]

every time I view one of your videos it cost me money. lol

[@freedomdove]

Me too. Lol.

[@1cosmocat]

@@freedomdove Me also

[@CosmoWeems]

Baw haw haw. I thought I was saving people money by showing stuff. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos kzbin.infovideos SUBSCRIBE kzbin.info =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅

[@CosmoWeems]

ha your a great gear selector Looking at your channel I love your gear choices., kzbin.info

[@CosmoWeems]

Ha I will make it up to you somehow Cindy. Thanks for watching =Cosmo