Don’t Waste Your Money! RV Gear We’ll NEVER Buy Again

[@tedreid1035]

From VAIR: The VIAIR factory is located in China. Our factory is ISO certified and our compressors are CE certified. Our products were engineered in the U.S., made to specification, and our QC is done both in the factory and at our warehouse. The VIAIR headquarters is located in Irvine, CA and we’ve been making compressors and related accessories for over a decade.

[@sbayles]

I watched a water filter comparison video yesterday and the one that came out best was the Zero Water Pitcher system. It did better that the Berkey and it was not near as expensive. We’ve used ours for about 5 years and love it.

[@RVOddCouple]

Awesome

[@Hammy1TV]

I didn't buy the harbor freight pump for my travel trailer, had it years before, which I bought for my mountain bike and my truck. Never had a problem with it and I've used it dozens of times and have owned it for at least 5-6 years.

[@Brenda-lc7jj]

We have a 2021 3500HD Silverado and we changed from Tire Minder (with that separate monitor screen) to the GMC tire monitors that go inside the tire like we have in the truck. I can now monitor the Fifth Wheel tires in my truck as part off the overall trailer monitoring system. I also have a boat and use it on that trailer too. I can see everything on the dash monitor and it will alert if pressure or temperature changes too much. So if you have a newer GMC truck, check this out.

[@RVOddCouple]

👍👍👍

[@mollybug9325]

The first item I put in a "12 Volt compressor" 17 cubic ft french door refrigerator, and sold the residential refrigerator. Next 1260 watts of solar panels, and an 2 more agm batteries. I can travel anywhere with the refrigerator/freezer on all the time. Propane is only used for heat hot water and the stove. On my AC I just added a couple of more start Capacitors in line. They charge up and helps with the AC start also.

[@RVOddCouple]

Great idea 💡

[@gandalf6223]

Bought a cheap air compressor and it self-destructed the very first time I used it. Next bought a Vaiar and have used it for probably over 10 years with no issues. (Having to drive a slowly leaking tire over 200 miles in the Yukon to the next available air pump/gas station/mechanic convinced me of the need for a reliable air pump in the RV)

[@RVOddCouple]

Got to have a reliable compressor Mike 👍

[@carlh-thehermitwithwi-fi679]

i just got my rv! 2015 Coachman Leprechaun 22QB! Changing my ENTIRE life! Excited and THANK YOU for everything..time to be scared and excited!

[@RVOddCouple]

Congratulations Carl 🎉💥🎊

[@heatherr.7606]

Another must have in my opinion (that we found out through John and Mercedes) is our Power Watchdog surge protector. If you can afford it, you won't be sorry! One of the best features is that it connects with your phone and tells you how many amps you are pulling at any given time which is huge if you have an older RV (30 amp 1996) like us that doesn't come equipped with a monitor. It is so handy to be able to run your equipment and see if you are close to popping a breaker. Couple that with some Soft Starts on your AC units and you will be good to go!

[@jeffsteele1295]

I have been hard working to get things in order for my big day. Not that big day but when my wife and I start out on the road full timers ! I have put a breaking system on our Jeep and have had the wiring installed for turn signals, breaks, etc. I have purchase all the battery powered tool to do all the things I can that could save me lots of dollars. I'll soon be looking at a thousand Trails membership again asking you for your contact info on that as well and most of the items listed in your on-line store. You both have been a huge source of information for my wife and me . Thank you both for your help ! ! !

[@RVOddCouple]

Congratulations 🍾🎊🎉🎈 Jeff😀😀😀 We love to help and looking forward to meeting you

[@jrr___7902]

Harbor Freight is no different than any other store. They have some good stuff, some crappy stuff, and some in-between.

[@heatherr.7606]

Soft Start is awesome! We bought two for our 30 amp 1996 Winnebago Class A. Thanks to the soft starts, we can run every appliance in our RV pretty much at the same time without the breakers blowing. It's wonderful!

[@RVOddCouple]

Got to have a SoftStart!

[@rannieday]

Thank you both. My husband and I are going full time with a RV and I’ve put so much stuff down to get right out the gate!

[@RVOddCouple]

Lots to learn 😀

[@WilliamHearnTOEFL_Tutor]

So true about Harbor Freight. My cousin was a manager of a Harbor Freight store, and he told me that the hand tools like wrenches would probably work when you needed them but anything that plugs in is junk. Also, the TST is imperative!! Blow outs are one of the most common causes of flipping a rig or just destroying a rim. Either way, your screwed on the road. For me, the TST is a MUST HAVE even for my domestic van. Also, I carry a compressor and a professional tire plug kit in my vehicles. It isn't a great idea to plug a tire, but it will get you where you need to go.

[@zanesutherland406]

I’ve bought a couple electronic things from HF. A heat gun on sale for like $10 and a Grindr. I was happy with both. And I only needed to use them once to make them worth buying. The heat gun I’ve used on multiple projects and it works great. I haven’t used it enough to say to much about it, but I was able to cut my double wall wood stove pipe with it. I think if it’s for the occasional DIY and kind of a specialty tool they can be worth it. But for heavy use things I use DeWalt for drills, saws, etc. And my chop saw is a Kobalt from Lowe’s that has worked well for me.

[@WilliamHearnTOEFL_Tutor]

@@zanesutherland406 True enough. One time use or very light duty jobs are O.K. for HF electric tools. Still, there is a relatively high probability of an out-of-box failure of anything with a cord and plug on it. I bought a grinder once to cut the floor out of a van. It cut about 18" of the floor and the switch caught fire. So, it also depends on what your one-time use is.

[@andysukosd8177]

You guy's are my favorite you tuber's, Funny, honest, just great to watch. Thank you and great job !

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Andy 😀❤️

[@rvb8093]

I also recommend a good digital tire gauge. You should check your tires when they are cold. The dial on the pump is only approximate. Mine is off 4 or 5 pounds low so I fill the tires to about 5 pounds over based on the pump dial and fine tune it with the digital gauge. Also, don't forget to check the tires on the tow vehicle tires and your spare tires.

[@RVOddCouple]

👍

[@pilotlaura4838]

We have bought many products on your recommendation! Clear Source ,Power Watchdog, etc! We are so happy for your success and appreciate all of your recommendations!

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

I actually saw a guy that crosses the rockies several times a year had cameras installed in the wheel wells so he could ensure or “see” if his brakes were getting too hot on descents or could quickly identify a tire blowout. That was pretty slick!

[@RVOddCouple]

Cool!

[@tomharkness]

I have used a RIOBI Battery air compressor for years now. Battery makes it portable, but it takes forever to get something filled up. If you only need to add 10 or 20 psi - it is great. Fill the tire from zero and you will go through two complete batteries. So far, that has not been a problem.

[@RVOddCouple]

We use Dewalt

[@tomharkness]

@@RVOddCouple My wife and I bought an RV that was about the size of the bedroom in your RV. On a dare, we put everything in storage and moved from our 3200sqft home to this 400sqft box. I learned a lot watching you guys - but I could have taught you a lot as well. The deal was that we would live in it for one year and then either buy bigger or a home. Two years later, we bought both.

[@70FordMach1]

Harbor freight is excellent for the casual user, which most of us are.

[@butchtaylor5086]

Agree.

[@wandacraig8286]

Great video, great advise. I'll check out your store and see if there's anything I can use now and wait on other things for later.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you for the support Wanda. Adding more quality products every week

[@rvb8093]

I have had TST tire monitors for my 28' travel trailer since 2014 and they're great. I have several recommendations based on our experience. 1. Make sure you have metal tire stems installed that won't flex. The monitor is on the end and creates momentum and will break rubber stems and if that happens the sending unit is gone with it! A friend had that happen. 2. About 12 months after we bought the system, we had problems with tires dropping out or not registering. We changed the sending unit's batteries and seals and they worked fine for the next 3 years. Keep spare batteries and seals on hand and plan to change them every 2-3 years. You will need the removal tool and a mini-phillips screwdriver. the seals are a tiny "O" rings available from the manufacturer. Air pump tip: if the hose won't reach. Use jumper cables as an extension cord to extend the 12v leads, just clamp the loose end positive onto the insulation on the negative cable so they won't short out. I can reach the rear tires on either side of my 28' TT from the battery in the truck while hooked up.

[@RVOddCouple]

Great tips! Thank you

[@roadtriplover.]

I have both the SoftStart and the Viair in/on my rig. I did not have a great experience with customer service from SoftStart, but had a friend who is an electrician install it for me to get me up and over the learning curve. I LOVE this product!! In campgrounds where the power is overwhelmed in the middle of the Summer/everybody’s trying to run their ACs, TVs, laptops, etc., etc., my SoftStart means I’m able to get my AC started with a “softer” draw from the grid. The Viair has proven essential. So many times I’ve stopped at stations for air only to find their pumps are only equipped for tires standard on everyday passenger vehicles. My tires need 75-80psi, so the lower pressure max won’t meet my need. Thank goodness I’ve had the Viair on board. It works like a dream. I’m not full-time, so I use a combo of the large sediment and smaller pathogen/chemical Clear2O water filters. Then, I use a Berkey for drinking and cooking. These are super easy to find and reliable. The other things I think are absolute Must-Haves, that you didn’t mention, are: 1) a diagnostic, surge protector; and 2) a water pressure regulator.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you for sharing 😀👍

[@70FordMach1]

Look into a air bag tire jack. Lifts your rig without pumping a jack handle. Have one in each vehicle with a 110v compressor, 110v impact wrench and 1500w inverter. So easy.

[@OOMAN]

I got tired of burning up $100+ 12v compressors, so I put a 120v/200psi Rigid 4.5gal. "bullet" compressor in one of the basement compartments (toy hauler), with a hose reel that reaches all tires on the truck & trailer while hooked up. I run the TireMinder A1A system. Had a couple problems with the tire sending units, but they made it right with no problem. Happy with that system. EVERYONE pulling a trailer needs to have a TPMS system. One avoided tire failure can pay for the TPMS system in damage saved. My unit came with Goodyear Endurance tires, which have been great, but I will be switching to a stiffer sidewall TransEagle All-Steel tire when it comes time to change them. I had those on my last 5th wheel camper, run them on my utility trailers, and they are great. I need to look into that Clear Source system, thanks!

[@rvb8093]

Another tool you should have is a click-type Torque Wrench. I own a couple of expensive ones but carry a Harbor Freight Torque Wrench. I compared it to my "good" ones and it read right on so I carry it. If it gets stolen I'm only out $25 not $200. I check my lug nuts before I start each trip and again every couple of days on the road. I was at a rally where a dealer of a very expensive line of trailers brought a new one out for display. It was about 100 miles from the dealer and they lost a wheel and damaged the side on the way there. The driver checked and 2 of the other wheels had loose lug nuts. Not good advertising for the prep from that dealer. Wheels flex while being driven, lugs can loosen and if loose enough the studs will shear off!

[@RVOddCouple]

This is true

[@cathysupp9493]

The first fun infomercial I needed the nudge on my tires….thank you for possibly saving me from trouble on an upcoming trip!

[@RVOddCouple]

This hopefully how we can continue without sponsorship

[@crazyprepper5400]

And the tires. Spend the money and get the tires with the most ply. Look on the side off your tires it will say how many ply. Most new RVs have trash tires. Drive straight to a tire shop and get some 10+ply you will never have a problem with tires.

[@MickPsyphon]

Good advice... especially about the tires. You'll probably want to put a disclaimer on your store re: the money back guarantee that you mentioned. There are some unscrupulous people who will abuse the products, then try to abuse the guarantee.

[@RVOddCouple]

👍👍👍

[@dianasellars6114]

Thanks for this video, this is great advice. It's so hard to choose between the brands, buying the most expensive doesn't always make it the best.

[@barbarac9369]

Great info. Have had a Viar for 4 yrs full time... a blessing. Can't wait to see Thunder Canyon.

[@RVOddCouple]

Love our Viair

[@fountainbiker]

Great product video guys! Bless you for helping all us other RVers with the best products and prices.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Jerry 😀

[@iair-conditiontheoutsideai3076]

I installed a Girard GSWH-2 Tankless RV Water Heater a week ago and it's the best upgrade I've done. Just do not buy the furrion tankless water heater. It was the first one I bought and it failed within 2 days

[@kavitadeva]

Thank you so much for making a video regarding products that one must have and products that are no good. That's why I don't buy things at harbor freight. They only last a short time and they always break. I just wanted to say about insurance I remember I got in a very bad accident in my motorhome. Some 17-year-old girl was texting and I'm going 40 miles an hour with the traffic down the highway. She made a left hand turn right in front of me. Anyways when AAA who I had RV insurance with came out to appraise the vehicles damage it was deemed It was Totaled. But they looked around and they said do you live in this and I said yes I do, I told them that when I was insured. The adjuster said we don't Ensure full timers. I was very blessed because they over rode their policy and then after that was all said and done I had to go out and get insurance for full time RVing.. This is to help anyone that's getting insurance to make sure that they ask will this coverage cover me living in my RV full time. But it's so cool to know that you guys have insurance for people to get through you. I cannot tell you how excited and stoked I am to be watching your channel every time you do an upload. Don't ask me why I was subscribed and never watched the videos till recently. now I can't get enough of you two wonderfully crazy people. As I told you before I'm off the road after becoming disabled. It'ss just me and my service dog and we park at my mechanics parking lot we have water electric and a dump and I only pay $130 a month in California which is absolutely unheard of. I just wanted to say after motorhoming and full-timing for 20 years it feels really good to NOT be traveling. There does come that time at least it did in my life where getting off the road was a pleasure. I love you guys, can't wait to your next video. God bless you and much love to you and your family.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you for sharing this 😀 God Bless you as well 🙏❤️

[@Henle15]

Air Compressor: Dewalt battery powered and portable anywhere and most people already have drills and other items that use the dewalt batteries. TPMS: TST best out there hands down!

[@robertmartin4821]

Thanks, very good info. A comment about the Gas Stop device. When installed, the propane tank valve must be opened very slowly so a sudden flow of gas does not set off the Gas Stop to block propane flow. (as the device is suppose to work)

[@RVOddCouple]

We didn’t know this. You have to pump the gauge to activate

[@rvhome5599]

We had tire Minder, it was junk, so many false Alarms. Now we use TST with NO Issues at all, our friend works for TST as a service adviser

[@RVOddCouple]

Exactly

[@deborahallford7337]

Great advice, great product reviews, and I really loved the honesty and the bloopers!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Deborah ❤️

[@kenp9469]

You want proof soft start is good. Some RV are now coming with it, already installed. You are not wrong about anything, you say. But with the cost of fuel. Prices are getting above, some peoples reach. God Bless.

[@RVOddCouple]

God Bless you as well Ken 😀

[@FrankBrocato]

Thanks for the reminder, you are right I buy screwdrivers from harbor freight because I always need a cheap screwdriver to us as a chisel. 97, Man and I thought I had been around a long time Tom has inspired me to keep going. great information as usual.

[@RVOddCouple]

Tom secret is….He gives so much more than he takes❤️ Helps everyone

[@BigfootDadExploresMontana]

Yeeees - the temperature feature of the TPMS! This was very important to us too, but we're using a different model that's embedded in the wheels (like vehicles have). Agreed on the Clear Source - bought it last year, stayed in many campgrounds, then upon storing the filter, we noticed there was rust in the first cartridge! So glad we had that system and didn't have that flowing through our plumbing. And the GasStop - we've been procrastinating on this, but now is the time. We'll check it out through your store along with a couple other items. Great video - it's awesome to get trusted recommendations!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you for the support 😀

[@rodallen1860]

Maybe you need to revisit Harbor Freight. Just as things have changed for you, things have changed for them, you might want to check what country your precious viair hails from.

[@imout671]

Its not shameless to plug your store on your own show. This is good info. As a contractor I use the dewalt battery powered compressor. Its lightweight and if you already have the battery system its a no brainer

[@robinhoodyyc65]

Excellent points

[@outnaboot]

Marty is the best insurance guy I've ever worked with and met him thru The RV Odd Squad

[@EpicYouTubeDorks]

We bought a Dewalt air compresser and with batteries that work on all our dewalt tools and it works great

[@RVOddCouple]

👍

[@waynelytton7517]

Never heard the term"Tripping over dimes to get to nickels" but I really like it.

[@aerobirdseven979]

I have good experience called Airman (U.S made). I have used it to pump 10 bars into wheelchair tyres every now and then.

[@tammy707]

Tom looks awesome! The fact that he’s standing at his age. God Bless Tom You guys are awesome love your videos!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Tammy❤️❤️❤️

[@kimballjanice151]

Ty for making my plan to travel soon so much easier being a newbie!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy to help Janice 😀

[@MyBackyardScience]

No doubt about the importance of a good compressor. I bought the cheap ones all my life. They break and are super slow. I never realized how slow they were until I finally bought a quality unit. Spending less time on the side of the road inflating a tire could save your life! 🙂

[@RVOddCouple]

Exactly

[@geenee7875]

Good video you two! I know how busy you are and really appreciate that you are managing to keep KZbin going! Love it!

[@RVOddCouple]

We’re so tired 😴

[@CarlCrumley]

It was great meeting you guys this weekend, and thanks for the personal tour of Thunder Canyon. Good luck, and see you again!

[@RVOddCouple]

We loved having you Carl ❤️ Hopefully next time we’ll be able to spend more time with you

[@dennycappetta2035]

Nice video, Mercedes. Thanks for the info.

[@leslie476]

Thank you guy's for bringing up this topic. My customer service announcement is, beware of Sleep Number beds for rv's. We just recently found out that the rv Sleep Number bed does NOT have the 100 day satisfaction guarantee that Sleep Number offers. Sleep Number agreed to build a bed for Camping World and Camping World will give you your money back within 30 days as long as the bed has not been used. The most uncomfortable bed that we have ever slept on EVER!

[@StacieS225]

We also bleed the propane lines after turning the tanks off before we start traveling. To do this, we turn on the stove burners until about 5 seconds after the flames go out. We will never travel with the propane on, never. We have a two-way fridge, but it will stay cold for several hours. If we were to travel for more than 4 hours, we will use ice chests or just go shopping when we reach our destination. The danger of traveling with the propane on just to run the fridge isn't worth it to us.

[@purselmer5931]

Girl, my knees were screaming just watching you down by that tire that whole time! LOL Great video, as usual. Hope the tooth fairy came for Sage too!

[@RVOddCouple]

❤️❤️❤️

[@RVOddCouple]

The Tooth Fairy cam through ❤️❤️❤️

[@catH727]

Hubs listened to you in the beginning got the correct pump and monitor. Explorer girl! Thanks as always

[@RVOddCouple]

😀😀😀

[@SmittySmithsonite]

As a guy who repairs small engines and works on cars, I'd say the same principles apply to buying RV parts and accessories - STEER CLEAR of Amazon, eBay, and Harbor FRIGHT! They're all chinese flea markets. Look for product quality over price, and your life will be MUCH easier. 👍

[@JohnCarter211]

You missed a big thing on the propane. A lot of states do not allow you to travel with your propane tanks on at all. Make sure your propane tanks are turned off to begin with. Harbor freight is good for throw away tools to get buy. A tool set for your trailer harbor freight works. If your going to pull out an engine on a bus or an airplane, do not use harbor freight.

[@donaldbrisboe3639]

Thanks again for great advise. We are newbie’s. Enjoy your watching your KZbin every time it comes out. Thanks Don

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy that you’re with us Don 😀

[@pt8019]

Oh my gosh, I could have watched another hour of you two. Mercedes, you rocked this video. John, in the background, with his laughs and comments....just great! You both are entertaining and informative. !! Always excited to see your weekend video. Be blessed!

[@RVOddCouple]

Blessings back Paul🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏

[@greghomestead8366]

John and Mercedes. Unrelated to this video..... We're at a campground now and they have something I've never seen since we started rving in 1992. I thought of you two and your new campground. At this CG all sites have a square plastic 4 foot fence pole with the site # on it. But the great thing is they go into a slightly bigger square plastic hole and you can pull them out if there in your way getting on your site and replace when your parked. Have a Jesus filled day everyone Greg in Michigan

[@russellbowman8051]

Love It You Guys Are Right On Target Again!! Keep Smiling On!! 😊👊👍

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Russell

[@nathanbrodeur]

John and Mercedes please watch the first 7 minutes of this video from Josh The RV Nerd at Bish’s RV called Jayco Class C Motorhome Factory Tour at the lack of re enforcement on the hitch and improper bolts and the improper frame stretching and you wonder why you see the hitch ripped off the back of a class c

[@crazyprepper5400]

Just get a small 2 gallon air compressor from home depot with a 50 ft hose. Will be the best thing. You should turn your propane off during traveling.

[@AWOLlcdrpeterson]

Hey Guys! Thanks again for the great video! I did not see the link mentioned for the Soft Start Comparison.

[@RVOddCouple]

Below in the description

[@rvvanlife]

" My husband's a grump " Lol !😄 You guys are awesome!

[@RVOddCouple]

😂🤣😂

[@keithmalmberg8395]

I have a Viar from almost 25 years ago from my 4x4 days. They are a great smaller size, move lots of air, great pressure levels. Never cheap out on that one.

[@RVOddCouple]

👍👍👍

[@greengun8340]

Love the enthusiasm! Great Vid ya'll=)

[@RVOddCouple]

😀😀😀 Thank you

[@davidapps2605]

So true my friends. I went to super cheap auto supplies in New Zealand and was about to buy the cheap air compressor for my motorhome, but the switched on sales person stopped me and said what do I need it for. I said my motorhome. He looked at me and said . . .Mate, mate . . Don't buy this cheapie, it will burn out in 3 minutes. I took his advice and brought another one, 3 times more expensive but I tell you . . . It has never failed and great quality and I have used it many times. God bless him and you lol. 😀😀😎🤗🤗

[@wendypierce2631]

I'm getting my first RV soon and just love you guys! You put my mind at ease with my new adventure. I will be purchasing your products and insurance pretty soon!🚌

[@lauraingeorgia5052]

I bought my insurance thru them and the guy who assisted me was AWESOME! He was the best!

[@RVOddCouple]

Congratulations Wendy ❤️

[@CampingRuss]

😂😂😂😂 Great job Mercedes ok 👌🏼🔥🤠🔥Camping Russ out

[@chakaula8642]

! Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful info and product video. Loved it! Aloha

[@RVOddCouple]

Aloha😀❤️

[@garypio2241]

Gravel and knees dont go together , gardening kneeling pads work great

[@RVOddCouple]

Yup

[@martihoffman]

Great video. We used many of your links to get our "stuff". Saved on Insurance with Marty, TPMS with TST and Viair compressor. Thank you for taking care of the whole Odd Squad.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you so much for the support Marti 😀❤️

[@claytonvogel1252]

Yes we got our RV Odd Squad full-time insurance at the beginning of the year

[@RVOddCouple]

Working to sell right from in house 😀👍

[@anthonydisalvo7645]

I truly love you guys 💓 your so lucky that you both have each other your truly a blessing and a beautiful couple together I am proud of what you guys have been doing for everyone who loves RVing I've been living in my 30 foot Motorhome for about eight years now and before I bought it a long time ago I had a 20 foot travel trailer and I used to go RVing every month so I had some experience before time before I bought my Motorhome it's a 1990's allegro Bay since I've have had I made a lot of improvements and upgrades and still look sharp and it has low mileage on the engine it's a big Chevy 426 engine block I really enjoy all your KZbin videos keep up the good work love you guys I'm very happy with you guys

[@trooper5157]

Love ya both but, "better looking half" ... is an understatement. ;) Thanks for the recommendations; you got expensive tastes but, we get what we pay for and its better to pay up front and get something we can trust.

[@rmccabe117]

I think you know what I have for a new compressor and tire monitoring system!! Amazing prices on QUALITY items!! We are waiting for our new camper and have some very cool things like, RV Odd squad sticker, TST tire monitoring system and the best portable compressor on the market all piled up and waiting for it!

[@RVOddCouple]

We are so grateful for your support Richard🙏❤️

[@RV_Tips_Tricks_Travel]

I will have to disagree with you concerning the air compressor. I have the Bauer that either plugs into the cigarette lighter or can run off the same battery as my impact wrench. My rv tires require 80 psi and it has worked great for almost a year.

[@kathrynb4683]

Those curved levelers fall apart the very 1st time! As a chock it's fine. That's it! I bought a Goodyear 135 psi from HF. I trust Goodyear. HF? Ehh... Have used it 6 times.

[@crazyprepper5400]

She's right with the water filter. But lol most pipes in people's homes have old pipes. So when they get RVs all the sudden we want the best water.

[@rjrvadventures]

Great video Mercedes! Awesome info for newbies and veterans!

[@CarlCrumley]

The most useless thing I bought? When I was towing a travel trailer (I have a camper van now) I bought X-Chocks to stabilize the trailer. As a solo traveler they weren't necessary since there was no one else walking around the trailer. I sold 'em.

[@RVOddCouple]

Hi Carl

[@lindamcnair2600]

I love my X-Chocks! It was worth it for me. Keeps the caravan from moving as much.

[@viralsheddingzombie5324]

John almost cut his hand off with that reciprocating saw.

[@RVOddCouple]

Lol…not even close 😉

[@MyBackyardScience]

I think that was somebody's denture in that water filter 🙂

[@elli003]

Tip for Mercedes. Your feet hurt on a rocky surface? Lose the Nike's ....... they're comfortable in the store, but junk under real conditions. They have no support. Try Sketchers or some lightweight Columbia hiking shoes. Thanks for all you do. Another great video !

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you

[@cyberjujo4413]

One of the most useful videos I’ve seen. Thanks!

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy to help.

[@debracurrie3023]

So bummed. Look at insurance you mentioned and Oregon was not on the list. 😢

[@stinger4583]

Good info. Thanks, M.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Stinger 😊🥰

[@garym5429]

You both are awesome 😎. Thanks for all the excellent content you give freely. I hope to become an RV'r in the future. I know that by watching and learning from your videos that I will have a huge leg up on being a better RV'r. May God continue blessing you and the entire RV Odd Squad 🙏.

[@RVOddCouple]

May God continue to Bless you Gary 🙏❤️

[@jandblawncare8570]

Ive always been the mind set of "buy cheap, buy twice" and we've bought a lot of things for our rv but fortunately we've watched video's like this so we avoid the junk lol. We bought a Viair last year because you "aint" filling a G rated tire with a Harbor Freight air pump. One thing I didnt see is (and this is for the newbies) is a surge protector, we've had a Progressive Industries since our first rv 6 years ago (using the same one). And yes! those little blue pills (camp co) water filters are a waste of money. So many people buy these things on the cheap thinking they'll never have to use it.

[@davida8164]

These videos got alot better this week at least to look at ,keep up good work

[@jimmoore7725]

Thanks guys. I headed to your store!

[@Roobah]

#1 -- An air mattress. Never again. Full timing it? Invest in a great memory foam mattress instead.

[@HDRider1601]

I’ll never ever buy another king pin tripod. My alternative is JT Strongarms.

[@homesteadnews]

Hey guys, Thank you for the excellent advice. ~ Kevin and Pat

[@RVOddCouple]

Happy to help Kevin & Pat 😀

[@tonyweldon826]

Y’all are getting kickbacks for these products

[@lyfandeth]

Every 10°F temperature change caused about a 2psi tire change. So you just started out at 75F and ended at 45F...guess what? Your tires need air!

[@RVOddCouple]

Great point

[@barackmycat9448]

I agree with everything, especially the fact you are the pretty one.