Preparing for Truck Camper Living: The Start of a New Chapter

[@candacelemming858]

Congratulations! It couldn't happen to nicer people ❤️🎊🎉

[@jameswbarry9576]

Cody and Kelly good luck with the truck and camper happy camping

[@JeffJensen55]

I know y’all are anxious to get back on the road - but I hope you realize that most of us who support and subscribe are following not just your adventures, but YOU! So no matter how long it takes to get back out there, we’ll be here! ❤️❤️ Jeff Jensen ❤️❤️

[@ritasmoot1823]

Well said!!

[@musicmarlene]

Thank you

[@Live2dayWanderland]

amen, we've told them this many times, its not about the camper or tent or camping method, its the PEOPLE!

[@jimbattista1120]

Two episodes ago they were stressed to the max. They needed a break. Maybe not quite this way. There will be new challenges and new excitement. Maybe just what the doctor ordered. What's not to love about the Oden's. On Tuesday I was like. They haven't uploaded yet. My wife said Jim its Monday. My bad. I was so excited to finally have them visit my backyard in the Adirondacks. Bummed that they had to leave. But now excited again for them. By far they have the best KZbin channel!!!

[@livingus4583]

Totally Agree!

[@anthonyguenther6008]

On the air conditioner in your new camper have them add a soft start to the AC and the you can run your AC on small generator.

[@janetboozer4415]

Wow nice diggs. So proud of yall. Cant wait to see the whole rig set up. More fun to come. Yay. 👍👍👍

[@dinabutler5797]

It's fun to see your excitement with the truck! I love my back up camera in our 2019 truck. Technology can be a good thing!

[@romanyroz5609]

Wow love your new truck, so pleased you decided on the truck camper, can't wait to see it ,all the best guys !

[@heathwatson1185]

Yea🎉 Look forward to new adventures with the new wheels & home!

[@kerstenalvarado7175]

You should look into getting a locking truck bed cover. That way you can store stuff in there and keep it locked. You won’t have to put everything in your trailer to haul.

[@ernie7065]

They are putting a truck camper back there

[@davidpatrick1813]

I went to a Bible College in Big Sandy back in the 70's and 90s I was a Certified Ford Tech by Ford. You know what Ford stands for (the instructor told us) "First On Race Day". It looks like a nice rig but I am a bit surprised with the short bed. I wonder what the fuel capacity is (dual tank or not too). You may need to have air bags (with individual valves) to help distribute the weight so more will go forward and back won't sag with the short bed. Enjoy.... OH! Maintenance maintains, it doesn't "repair".

[@brandonfoster7400]

Happy for y’all and love the truck!!

[@ernie7065]

It doesn't look like a long box. Posted at near the beginning.

[@laurietrefethen9023]

Where can we find the cook book?

[@jacc9311]

We are very excited for both of you! A big step up from tent camping…safer and warmer!

[@ksarchaeology]

I love the genuine excitement you both have about the new truck!!! Your happiness is contagious. Can't wait to see the camper!!!

[@Zadnak1]

Congrats on the truck! One thing I didn't see anyone point out in the comments is a correction about payload. An newer F-350 dually has about a 7000 lb payload. The single rear wheel F350 is like yours only have about a 4000 to 4500 lb payload. Be sure to weigh the truck, and subtract that from your GVWR, which can be found on the sticker on the driver's door. That is your actual payload. I hope y'all have a wonderful time!

[@rlacy1229]

I caught that to. Payload can be confusing. SRW are very limited on GVWR

[@Enjoytheinbetween]

Ford has a payload sticker in the door. Payload is a stock truck with a full tank of gas, no way its 7000lbs.

[@harleyboy5453]

I appreciate y’all excitement. But I did catch that payload she mentioned. Annnd it didn’t sound right. You might want to research that again!

[@alishell473]

Congratulations to you both on your new wheels and tiny home! You guys made a lot of hard decisions in a short period of time. I can’t wait until your next adventure!

[@charlesjleggett7452]

Just a tip we came from a ram 250 with plenty over cab clearance and went to out F350 SRW with very little cab clearance. We bought 2 -3/4” stall mats from tractor supply and put in bed of truck it help with clearance and also keeping camper from sliding while traveling. If you get torklift tie down you can purchase locks for them also. They are expensive so you don’t want them to get stolen.

[@candybrown3785]

I'm so happy for you guys! The cookbook, new gorgeous truck, and new camper coming 🔜🤩. You both looked so excited. Uptown high rent 😁🥰 for sure 😊.

[@GatewoodBrown]

Whoa this is huge! So stoked for y'all! Cool to see the plans accelerating. This will open up so much possibility for side adventures! Also my favorite color scheme with King Ranch leather, y'all nailed it!

[@Laura1221]

Congratulations! Kelly, I’ve never seen u so happy and animated ! Love it! It has always worn me out when y’all showed setting up and tearing down camp. Can’t wait to see camper. Happy for u both!

[@timtemple8953]

Congrats guys...just FYI, although you should be fine...be weight aware. That model is going to have a payload capacity more in the 4000lb range. Only specifically outfitted dual rear wheel F350s are in the 7000lb range. SWR crew cab short bed has possible GVWR of between 9900 and 11500 with payload between 3100 and 4400...

[@rickgilbert8121]

Listen to Tim Temple. Your number of 7700# is not accurate. Payload numbers are on a label inside the driver's door. I have a 2020 F350 with the 7.3 gas engine. My engine weighs 400# less than you diesel. My payload is 4000#. No way a single rear wheel F350 has that much payload.

[@charlesjleggett7452]

We have a palomino 8801 and we recently upgraded to a SRW F350 gas burner and we have a payload of a little over 4000lb. We added individual airbags and a heavy duty rear sway bar. We just traveled from Louisiana to Colorado and towed a sxs. It was a wonderful trip. But check your drivers door panel it should tell you your payload. I’m thinking the same as Tim Temple SWR usually has less payload and a diesel also usually has less payload because it’s heavier. We enjoy watching y’all and now can’t wait to see your truck camper adventures, esp since we are truck campers ourselves.

[@charlesjleggett7452]

Also airbags are a big help with the truck camper but we learned that they need to be individually set up and not combined. When we came home with our palomino we bags that were connected together and it made the roll feeling worse. Came home separated the bags and made a huge difference.

[@duanebolen543]

I would think you'd want an 8 foot box to take in, put a camper on.​@@charlesjleggett7452

[@williamsmith5610]

Congratulations Kelly and Cody! When you get more cookbooks please let me know and I’ll order a few.

[@sheila5707]

I'm super jazzed for you! We'll all rest a little easier knowing that you two will be warm and cozy this winter.

[@suelin7973]

So happy for you! You can still camp in a tent when the weather is fine, but the camper will make short stops and bad weather so much easier to deal with. Now you have more flexibility. Looking forward to the camper tour

[@moore_2_explore]

So excited for yall. We are FT in a Lance TT and thinking about a truck camper someday--more nimble. We only have a 250 though. We got it used to start our FT life @ 3 years ago and felt what yall are feeling, "uptown high rent". Anxious to see how you transition to TC life😎

[@silby77]

What a gorgeous truck!! My neighbor has a Ford F-350 and she is a beautiful beast!! I am a bit jealous but even more happy and excited for you guys! Change can be such a wonderful and positive thing and all of us subscribers who have been here since the beginning are happy for you. We watch your videos not only for the camping and adventures but also because the two of you ROCK!! The truck and camper is going to make life so much more enjoyable and allow you to take even bigger/longer trips and many more adventures. We are all excited and looking forward to it. Happy travels!! -Hedy

[@verycraftymom1]

Congrats on the new truck and further adventures! I went to buy the cookbook and It' sold out already! :( I can't wait till its back in again. I've tried some of your recipes from saved videos! Love ya'll!!!

[@sharonalexander177]

Congratulations ❤ this is going to make the life you love easier for you guys. Can’t wait to see the camper!

[@RICO-BugkillerFPV]

Congratulations 🎉 I've been Road Tripping for 30yrs. On my 6th trailer truck combo. Just part of getting the miles behind you. Keep up the great content and find the ultimate camping spot. Hope there are camping spots near the dealership. Ford F350s are labor-intensive.

[@kevinhenry177]

Wow congratulations on your new truck! You guys both deserve to have a new vehicle and a camper! #BeautifulNewTinyHome

[@donna-n5h]

Kellie and Cody I'm so happy for you both. The truck is beautiful ! I received Gourmet in the Forest today. I can't wait to start cooking and trying out the recipes. I think I'll start with Shrimp and Grits. I'm so excited to watch your adventures in your new camper.

[@stacynissley7336]

So excited for you two! Meant wait to see your camper! You are gonna love how quick your set up is!

[@ictre7828]

Enjoy the truck! 2021 F350 King Ranch Tremor 7.3 owner here. Love it! Was ordered specifically for a truck camper. Door jamb sticker on mine says about 3900 lbs. I get it on the Palomino. TC’s are silly expensive. If you think Lance are high check out the price of the equivalent Northern Light. But… your slick new F350 most definitely doesn’t have a payload of 7700 lbs. Less than half that. Should be mid 3K, and on the lower side of that range. I don’t even think an F450 DRW has a payload close to 7700 lbs. There’s a sticker on the driver side door jam that will tell you the exact payload for the truck you bought, just FYI if you didn’t know.

[@tommycancan7186]

THE COOK BOOK! Alright! Oh and nice truck ya'll. Me & the wife also tent camp but only week at a time about every 6 months on vaca. Not retired yet. It does get to ya setting up camp. I can see why ur changing ur camping way. Can't wait to see what's next!

[@cindyann2575]

We’re so happy for you! We’re full timers and are a little concerned about what your weight will be. You mentioned a payload of 7k ish pounds, is that from the trucks yellow sticker in the door? I think that number might be high. Please be careful with your camper weight, including full tanks snd gear. It’s easy to get overloaded. Just a couple of old timers here wishing you the best! Good luck.😊

[@jparker27]

Agreed and congrats on the truck! I have a 2021 F350 7.3 gas engine which is 500lbs lighter than diesel and my payload is 4,300

[@alexanderweaver7066]

Awesome truck, guys! I'm looking forward to all of your adventures in your beautiful rig. Alright! Glad to see the cookbook finally arrived!

[@mariafishnfooorivas3858]

So excited for you guys!!!! Looking forward to some more great adventures!!!!! 🎉🎉❤❤

[@MattCoversTech]

Excellent choice guys, excellent choice. It may ride a little rough without any payload, but when you get your camper it will smooth right out.

[@kellimatthews1923]

I am so proud for the two of you! I am most happy about you giving up the tent life and always thought since the beginning it was dangerous considering where we are as a nation right now. Now you will be able to lock the door at night before bedding down. This is a good thing for you and me, lol. I will do less worrying and can focus more on the reason I love watching you. Kelly and her cooking and Cody always giving history lessons about where you are. I so love that! Looking forward to the next adventure and I love the new truck!

[@TheFireFlyStudio67]

So very happy for you both!!! Kelli I never seen you talk as much as you did this video hehe. You’re both so lovely and deserving of much happiness. We look forward to seeing what you get up to next!!

[@IShallNotBeSilent]

This is so exciting. So happy for y'all. Be Blessed!

[@mavslady1]

I can’t wait to get my cookbook! So nice to see how your momma fulfills the orders! Just love y’all!

[@deeterr1227]

Yay!!!👏👏👏👏..NOW!! It'll be exciting to watch you evolve from here ..we all do.. creature comforts become the main event.. I love my truck camper it allows us to go places we could never go before with our pull behind camper. Up in the mountains & down in the deserts in all seasons.. Happy trailing y'all 😊

[@alanrobisonPD1960]

Great channel guys, you’ve got an amazing truck, that f-350 is in my wish list for sure. Thanks for bringing us viewers along for the ride and experience. This is Alan, greetings from Riverside In Southern California.

[@cloverhills1369]

YAY!!!😁 I'm so excited for you both. The truck is NICE and can't wait to see that new camper and you back out on the road exploring 🌲💚

[@littlehouseadventures3426]

Excited for your new chapter! Good luck and safe travels! ... *edit, wanted to add, my only concern may be with height with the camper and some of those tight places you go. May want to keep a pole saw with ya for some of those sagging tree limbs.

[@lillypatience]

Congratulations! I’m happy for you and looking forward to seeing the truck camper! Thank you Mava for shipping my order! I received it today and was happy to see it’s a hard cover 👍

[@ButterflyPrayPeace7]

Congratulations! You will be able to go on more hikes & adventures. Set up, cooking, cleaning, tear down & travel time all takes a lot of time. Kudos for doing it for a whole year! We did it for a week, traveled to 3 spots, & had zero time to check out the area. We get it. After that we built a platform bed in our cargo trailer, so we had the option of putting up tents & stuff when we were staying in one spot for more than 2 days. Unfortunately we don't have 4x4 truck or trailer, but it suits us just fine. You do what makes your adventure life easier. If you ever need help in north central Ohio, we're here.

[@amenahenderson9757]

This is so great. Watching you guys, I always feel like I'm watching friends. God bless you both and enjoy your new truck!

[@kenmatthews6476]

I am not a ford dude but that’s a nice looking truck.

[@Live2dayWanderland]

Congrats guys, so glad you guys did this. Life will be way more easy now. Can't wait to see it in person and hang out

[@exploringnext1111]

So Happy for you two! I need to order my cook book!

[@sherreeharris419]

ordered my cookbook today...soo excited. and excited to see what's next for you two. love y'all soo much.

[@tonycathyhickman2512]

Excellent choice, I’m sure you both will be much more comfortable in your truck camper. Excited to see how you adapt to this new lifestyle.

[@SoloRider831]

I have not been able to watch the live broadcasts due to the hours I work, but been keeping up as best I can. So sorry you had the issues, but thrilled that you are going to be able to get back out. Love the truck. Prayers are with you both and wishing you all the best going forward. Continuing to watch... thank you!!

[@billjones6106]

I am so happy to see the direction you guys are headed in. Looking forward to your new adventures. Happy trails to you, as my favorite cowboy used to say.

[@patmurphy7733]

So excited and happy for y’all! Looking forward to new adventures!

[@crystalcarlson1377]

So excited for you guys! Can’t wait to see your upcoming adventures in your new set-up.

[@HyacinthDaisyRose]

Really excited for you guys! Looking forward to seeing you both in your new home and able to spend more time doing what you love!

[@popi12986]

Your excitement is contagious! Congratulations! We are so happy for you.

[@margaretdetmer1213]

Congratulations on the new lifestyle! Love your truck and love your videos, especially the hiking and cooking! You mentioned the Lance camper. We have a 2015 Lance travel trailer, and love it so much. Still seems like a new camper to us. They are a quality build and worth every penny in my book. Travel on!!

[@djstravels4828]

I’m soooooo excited for y’all!!!! I think the weather can be such a huge pain just for regular camping. I can’t imagine the foolishness of you have to deal with it all the time. It’s so much work. I can’t wait for all the tips and new adventures. I’m gonna pull the trigger on my weekend warrior trailer soon!!! Always look forward to your videos.

[@livingus4583]

I’m so excited for you 2! Got my cook book!!!!! Yeaaaaa!!!!!!! Always rocking with yuh! Can’t wait to learn more from you both on this new venture. Funny thing is my husband will go camping more when we get an RV 😂. So glad to have a new way of DOME to show him 😁

[@lightingbug5246]

I’m so happy for you guys!! Congratulations 🎈! Your truck is beautiful. Can’t wait to see your camper! 🎉

[@lisawithans]

Congratulations on the new truck!!!! Wea re a Ford truck family also! What a beautiful truck guys!!! ❤️

[@amynelson9362]

I'm excited for you guys! Change is good - enjoy the new truck and soon the new camper!

[@dawndietz4654]

So happy for your new truck/camper! I would watch y’all even if you were camping in a cardboard box!

[@daphneyflowers6921]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings! Enjoy the journey!!!

[@MotorBoating1413]

You guys sooo deserve it. So happy for yall

[@chrisdavis6789]

So happy for you both on this truck camper journey! One tip, look into a Geyser Hot water shower system. It can really stretch out your camping stays when water is limited.

[@charlenecarnes8139]

Congratulations on all the new and exciting changes!!! You both work so hard on your videos making great content and entertaining all of us! You truly do deserve ALL your good fortune to come. I personally can't wait to see your future adventures in your new setup ❤️❤️❤️

[@stevenannett1739]

So I hope your going to pull the EBO also , You def have the truck to do it ! F350 is a beast!

[@hallelujahhomestead]

Wow! I am so excited for you guys! That truck is perty. I laughed when you said they’re hard to find but there were 3 in Longview. We like our trucks around here! 😂 Oh, and I am SO excited about the cookbook! I can’t wait to order mine. Just the other day I was scouring through your videos trying to find the pressure cooker spaghetti. The book will save me some time! Lol

[@londel1767]

I'm so happy for you guys. It looks like you got an awesome truck. I'm full time in my truck and slide in camper and I love it. I'll see you guys out there one of these days.

[@bobmirror7164]

Why would you ever get a short bed? It limits camper options. However it is fine for pulling trailers, but not 5th wheels without issues.

[@sad754yt]

Plenty of truck camper options for short bed I'm just a little surprised her dad recommended Palomino. Definitely not for full time living.

[@BigT962]

Love the new truck. Always loved the King Ranch trim level, it’s just so nice all the way around! Excited to see what adventures you take us all on next!

[@kieribama]

Oooo! Our cook book is hopefully in that box! I'm so excited to get my cookbook! I'm so happy for y'all and your beautimous new truck! It is GAWGEOUS! Y'all are definitely "up town high rent"! 💜💜

[@cutabove9046]

Wow, $100, 000 between the truck and the camper. That's one big bite.

[@gasmen50]

Congratulations on your new truck! It is up town high rent and ohhhh so beautiful. So glad Bearju got you both home safely and that you all were able to find your new rig quickly. Can't wait to see the truck camper and looking forward to seeing the NE with you all.

[@Peak_a_Boomer1963]

Sold out already! I need to move faster next time. I love you two. So happy for your new purchase and the cookbook success. You're both so genuine and humble. Keep on keeping it real and we'll follow you anywhere. Not in a stalkerish kind of way...😁😁

[@cindyann2575]

Same here, I hope they'll print more. I love the food they make! 🙂

[@annierose9168]

Beautiful vehicle! Deserved. Can’t wait to see the camper! Best of luck, safe travels!

[@artofcampingnow]

Great news. From the first time we watched your story unfold we have been waiting for this news. It’s great that you will be safer and more comfortable year round. Tenting has a season.

[@terryshultz2344]

Excited for you two and this next adventure path!

[@assadullahasghari691]

would you guys sell your current Trailer? if YES. How much?

[@CodyandKellie]

We will be trading it in towards the camper

[@teresag.9400]

Good for you! Can't wait to see how everything looks and your first camping trip with your new truck! God bless your journeys!

[@SharaBinghamMills]

It's all so exciting. A new rig. Moving on to bigger and brighter adventures. Congratulations on the cookbook too.

[@ivetteguzman5730]

I am so excited for you guys 🎉congratulations 🍾 I can’t wait to see the rest 😊I love your videos

[@hawkrose8403]

It’s a very NICE TRUCK! Congratulations guys!!

[@hazeleyes2086]

Congrats to the both of you, can't wait to see the new camper.

[@maryj1754]

Congratulations 🍾🎉🎊🎈. That’s wonderful you all are in a new chapter of your life. The truck is beautiful and it will be so nice to have something you that is already set up for you!!!

[@tennesseetammy8716]

Congratulations on the new truck and camper!! I’m so happy for y’all! 😊

[@skadbeau]

So stoked for y’all! Congrats on the new wheels! Kelly, I think you named it ! The Beautiful Beast! 😎

[@kellygreen8255]

Y’all do your thing! We’re here for the long haul. We just love hanging out with y’all!

[@jasoncampbell6536]

This is a very exciting time for Dome Life. Looking forward to the future for you guys! Congrats on your Cook Book and Truck. Can't wait to the new Camper.

[@hollyreed8200]

“That’s Keela, that’s my sister” 😂 I tell my son to let his sister and brother out to go potty and he goes “mom, those dogs are my sister and brother!” Also congrats on your new truck!

[@SamanthaPrincelover]

So happy y’all found a truck! Waiting for the next chapter!

[@judyherman1249]

Life is ever changing and making the best of it is the joy of life. So happy for you both.

[@GraceB305]

So happy and excited for this new chapter of Dome Life ❤

[@hjr2693]

Congratulations! I am so happy for you and kudos for making it as long as you did in a tent. A camper will change your world!