Did we just buy a Jeep?!? // What's going on?!?// Yuma, Arizona

We left Ventura Beach, California on our way to Yuma, Arizona. It's 100 F...so why are we in Yuma? We have to pick up an addition to our RV family.

[@jeannealex2560]

Hi guys... Good to see that you're doing OK... Congratulations on your Jeep... Also congratulations on your little one... Stay safe and enjoy your trip... Thanks for the video...J&A

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. It's definitely a learning experience but so far, a lot of fun. Stay safe. Aloha

[@scottashe8463]

I love your videos when you are on the road, seeing all the beautiful countryside through your windshield.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It's a beautiful country out there. We can't believe the scenery sometimes. We're glad that you're along with us to experience the journey. 😃

[@scottashe8463]

@@bigtruckbigtravels Thank you so much 🙏.

[@JackMayer]

Nice video. The editing was very good. You will enjoy the Jeep - we did the "Jeep life" for 10 years and had some great off-road adventures, hope you have as much fun with it as we did!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Jack. We see so many areas where the Smart is not "appropriate" to drive that we had to pull the trigger. More to come. Thanks for the comments.

[@JamieStuff]

When doing a partial fueling, don't worry about getting the same amount in each tank. The truck will do that automatically. My company occasionally has me get 65 gallons to get to a cheaper place. I've filled just the driver's tank and immediately parked for the night. When parked, the gauge went from full to about half.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Jamie. I did that once and the next day it leveled out...I didn't like it since I thought I had put more in than it showed! Thanks for the comment and appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

[@KeenanModica]

Great video 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Really appreciate the feedback. Glad you had a great trip and hope it wasn't too hard to get back to "normal" life.

[@KeenanModica]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I just returned to Spain 24 hrs ago and the adjustment is difficult.

[@raoulroberts2024]

Those windows are turbo fast indeed! First I ever heard of that feature, and I can imagine how valuable it was when battling those mosquito swarms in Alaska a year later.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 oh yeah! They came in handy for moose pictures too!

[@ionecuff6323]

The RV park you stayed at is in one of the several flight paths for the military base a few miles west of you.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It's very cool to see them flying overhead. The sound of freedom never gets old. Thank you.

[@csmith9189]

Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for watching. We hope it's enjoyable and informative.

[@Bulldogmama1]

I stumbled upon your channel and I am really enjoying it. Just wanted to say thank you for sharing and I have so many questions but going to watch all posts before I bombard you with my questions. Be safe 😍

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Lol... thanks for that, Laura. Haha. Glad you're enjoying the channel. Excited that you're along on the journey. 😊

[@buildanything4322]

love the videos cant wait to watch more and binge watch till I'm caught up to current date!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Alright! Go for it. We're glad you found us and subscribed. Let us know what you think about some of the past video's. Thanks for the comment and appreciate your time watching the channel. 😁

[@mnsignr]

@@bigtruckbigtravels me three; I’ve probably seen 90+% of all the videos, some, currently in a row, and, the same for the older ones too!! Other times I just skip around; I must’ve missed the ones where you were talking about getting into a Class C, besides, having the Orion and Smart Car and big truck. How can anyone afford all of those vehicles; taxes, Ins, fuel, storage, keeping them clean, etc!!!💚♥️💚

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@@mnsignr Paul, keeping them clean is the most challenging! 😆 🤣 It's funny... we were talking the other day that we have twice as many vehicles now in retirement than we EVER did while working! Crazy.

[@mnsignr]

Exquisite video of you and Shondra setting up the Nav in the Jeep. Very informative; how many years have you two been married? You both also need two-way head sets to help each other backing up, light check etc!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We have the Sena headsets which are great...we need to use them more often. We've been married 34 years. Thanks

[@mnsignr]

@@bigtruckbigtravels Happy for you both; we’re coming up on our 48th next June our kids say we’re like Ma and Pa Kettle, a lot of bitchin’ and complainin’ but, teddy bears on the inside!!! I guess!!! We each have our own “quirks”!!! She’s an Intro-vert and I’m def an EXTRO-very!!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@mnsignr congrats on the upcoming 48! Quirky is ok along with a smile (most of the time 😉🤣) You guys are interesting at a party then! Lol. Appreciate your comments. Thanks

[@UniqueSatellite]

Looks like Lin’s buffet in Yuma? Very tasty. I like to go there when I visit my aunt and uncle. Thanks for the videos. Brent from Michigan.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Linn's Buffet is the correct answer! Lol. We like it when we visit Yuma. Glad you enjoy it and thanks for the comment, Brent. It is very tasty. Appreciate your time watching the channel. Enjoy the journey with us.

[@vincent_v1094]

Artemis, Pathfinder’s flat towable baby brother.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Yes. A little more flexible than Pathfinder but it does take up a wee bit more room. We love the Artemis though. Thanks

[@vincent_v1094]

@@bigtruckbigtravels planning on having myself either a Ford F-150, or a Jeep Gladiator JT.

[@michaeloliveras1016]

I'm happy for you two ,you two are living the dream

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We appreciate your comments, Michael. Thank you very much. We enjoy it and love sharing our experiences.

[@billstoys8324]

Sondra likes to do "Drive by Shootings" with her camera!! LOL!! I wonder how many power poles get in the middle of her pictures. 🤣Your photography is great..

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

She ALWAYS gets a power pole or two...or three. She's the best at snapping pictures of power poles!

[@andrewsimckes5748]

Hey make sure that when they replaced the windshield they put the new one in correctly

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Definitely, Andrew. We have some friends with a newer Jeep and they've had some moisture issues around the windshield, so very important. Thanks for the tip. Appreciate the comment. 👍😎

[@andrewsimckes5748]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I have been doing glass 29 years I saw the video it was not jeep glass abd put thstcwith the high speed noted in the navigation system and thought I hope they sealed the A Pillars correctly

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@andrewsimckes5748 thanks for noticing. We haven't had any moisture issues inside and no air noise while traveling so I think it's good. Appreciate your comments.

[@Cptstokes]

BTW Red Jeeps reign supreme !! Red 92 Comanche long bed

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I like it! red 17 Sahara. We've gotten ducked a few times which is so cool. 🤙😎

[@mnsignr]

Dave when you are pulling the Jeep behind your 5th wheel, do you have to have fuel in the Jeep, other than what you would need if you weren’t pulling it??

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Great question, Paul. We pull our Jeep behind the Class C motorhome. It does not use any fuel while being towed. Also, the odometer does not increment mileage either since the engine is off. The Jeep free wheels while being towed.

[@michaeloliveras1016]

I'm not sure what kind of shocks you guys are running on there, if their stock you might want to spend a little bit more money and upgrade your shocks it'll make all the difference. Jeeps are great 👍

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We love the Jeep. They are upgraded shocks but not real good upgrades. We're going to look into that but the ride is pretty good. Thanks for the comments and appreciate your time watching the channel. 💫

[@crazyprepper5400]

You should put all your trucks and cars in a line.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...I think people on the road would be irritated. 🤔😎

[@careytaylor1181]

Them Volvo Ride So Smooth.Is U RV AirRide Suspensions.Allso U Volvo AirRide Suspensions.Do U Got Front Axel AirRide,Allso U Got AirRide Cab,AirRide Seats,AirRide RearEnd.U Can Get All That AirRide Adjusted To Make It Ride Smoothers.Safe Travels.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL. It's definitely a lot of air on the ride! No air on the front axle but air everywhere else. Thanks for watching and appreciate your comments.

[@brianroth7852]

Ok, guys had Cindy talked in to a sbs. Was looking at a Polaris for $20,000. Then I had a brain fart. Decided to go to my favorite educational TV. KZbin and typed a search for lifted Smart car. And guess what I found some guys have turned there smarts into off road rigs. So we decided to turn our Smart in to an on road off-road car. And its still legal to drive on the highways and off road. Where as a sbs is not in most states. By the way the kit cost about $3000. Will be putting a winch on it. Also by doing this we free up our Toyhauler garage for our office/extra bedroom. From what I have seen you really don't need a full time 4x4 in quartzite. Safe travels and roads Brian and Cindy, "xtreambydesign with passion"

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Lol. Brian, I've seen the Smart mod for off-road. Super tempting but just worried about tearing it up... especially since they don't offer them in North America anymore. Love the look and what you're doing. I think the Smart sbs is cool.

[@brianroth7852]

@@bigtruckbigtravels Most of the mod is bolt on. They even have skid pans for the under carriage. Also it doesn't require you to cut on any of the body parts. Smarts ride rough anyway 😂🤣

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@@brianroth7852 so true. I haven't seen any kids for the 453 though. That would be cool too see.

[@johnvanwinkle4351]

What is the music at the front of the video?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hi John, It's "Dress Up" by Waking Hearts. I pull my music from Epidemic Sound. Thanks for watching.

[@josecarmichael7960]

Luv your videos my question is do u need a CDL when towing your trailer?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Jose. Since we are registered as a private truck then we do not need a CDL. In Texas, you must have a Class A (non-commercial) endorsement which means you take a written and road test. Appreciate your time watching the channel. Thanks for the comment. 🤙😎

[@leazer44]

Hey guys, I’m new to your channel and so far love your videos. I was actually trying to find your first video which I was hoping might show purchasing your truck and 1st and 2nd RVs. If there isn’t a video like that can you please tell me if your truck is a Volvo VNL 780 and year and where you got Orion from. Thanks so much.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Ervin, we just started our channel late in the game so nothing yet on the purchase process. It's a 2016 Volvo VNL 780. We purchased new and have driven it since late 2015. Orion ,our 5th wheel, is a complete custom built trailer from Space Craft. Thanks for the comments. Glad you're coming along.

[@leazer44]

That’s Awesome! Well I’m so looking forward to the new videos and your adventures and escapades in Odyssey! Safe travels and God Bless!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@@leazer44 thanks it will be fun... can you say Alaska? Lol

[@leazer44]

I’m so jealous! But I’m taking notes! Retirement is only 9 yrs away! Lol! Have fun!!!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@@leazer44 those 9 years will go by very quickly. Good luck on your planning and glad you're enjoying our channel.

[@RobWisemanDeezFit]

.? Is that a spacecraft...Nice rig.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Rob for the comments. It is a Space Craft. We designed it and they built it. Lots of "firsts" on our build... lol. Not sure if that is good or bad. Lol

[@RobWisemanDeezFit]

@@bigtruckbigtravels only 1 way with space craft....Awesome...Wowzer. I went threw the listed vids...I have not seen the inside..Inquiring mind wants to see tip to tail top to bottom.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@@RobWisemanDeezFit lol...Rob, that is on our "to do" list. I've been trying to get caught up and I'm close. We want to do a 4 part series (interior, exterior, truck and design process). Thanks for the comments.

[@afsecurity]

Notice you have MT plates on the big rig. I was under the impression you are AZ residents.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We're domiciled out of Texas. Due to our traveling, MT registration on our rigs is better and more flexible from an insurance standpoint.

[@yougear100]

Should of gotten a Bronco.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Lol... we looked at Broncos briefly but felt the Jeep was better suited. Plus, not as many used out there. Thanks.

[@jlfa4720]

So where do all the names come from that you name ur vehicles? What’s the back story? 🤷🏼‍♂ Lol

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It's pretty geeky, actually... we like Star Trek and dark skies. Our first 5th wheel was a DRV Houston (as in, "we have a problem"). Our SUV's we owned were an Explorer & Expedition... we went the space route and started naming after NASA exploration vehicles. It made sense to us.

[@jlfa4720]

@@bigtruckbigtravels you’ll soon find out that the truth was in those programs and that nasa is all fake. A lot of stuff that’s gonna turn ur heads upside down. The technology in those shows is real and has been known long before they aired. But geeky or not, I like the theme u got going. Tx for sharing, I figured it was something along those lines.

[@jimfranklin8162]

How many years have you been married?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

34 years, Jim. Thanks for watching and sending a comment. 😎👍

[@marksnider-y7p]

ok thank u

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you!

[@marksnider-y7p]

i have queston for y david how long is yr bed on truck how many feet is it thanks

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

16 feet