HOW TO LOSE THOUSANDS RV LIVING | An RV Mistake You Must Avoid

[@HappilyEverHanks]

It’s amazing how quickly situations can change while RV living. Today, we had this realization in the matter of a few minutes of arriving at our RV site. We want to prepare you the best that we possibly can for these moments, that can catch you off guard when you least expect it. ✧✦ ITEMS IN THIS VIDEO ✦✧ ---Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Boards urlgeni.us/amzn/SUP2 ---In-line Surge Protector urlgeni.us/amzn/surgeinline ---110-Volt Fan for Refrigerator urlgeni.us/amzn/doublefan ---Chaco Sandal for Water & Hiking urlgeni.us/amzn/Chaco HappilyEverHanks Amazon Page 📦 urlgeni.us/amazon/HanksStorefront Comment below about a time that the RV life caught you off guard. What are some tips you can share with everyone about being prepared for the RV life curveballs? If you like “Hanging with the Hanks”, consider subscribing: urlgeni.us/youtube/channel/KVJA Tell us what your thoughts are about this episode by leaving us a like, dislike and a comment below!

[@jaymontgomery2233]

Love your videos. You are joy to watch. By the way I’m a shy guy most of the time !

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much Jay!! We really appreciate your support 😊🙌🏼Are you currently living the RV life??

[@jaymontgomery2233]

HappilyEverHanks Not full time , but as much as we can ! I’m very happy for y’all to be able to RV full time and experience all the places you go ! Also GDRV for life .

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That's so awesome to hear! You guys are living it up and with a Grand Design as well!! Love hearing this 😃Maybe we will see ya at a rally or on the road one day soon!! Hope to talk more soon with you Jay! Keep these comments coming!! Best to you - Kyle and Renee

[@jaymontgomery2233]

HappilyEverHanks I hope so ! You guys stay safe and keep the great videos coming!!!

[@Sea-Shed]

First off, Happy Anniversary!! Second, dumping in the morning with a cup of coffee!? You need to enjoy the moment. Just before sunset layout a blanket next to the sewer hose. Bring out some snacks, adult beverages, and play some music (Don't go chasing waterfalls, my favorite). Nothing more relaxing then the sound of a good dump. You might want to add a link to the Hughes Autoformers PWD50-EPO Power Watchdog Smart Bluetooth Surge Protector Plus EPO with Auto Shutoff - 50 Amp Portable Version. It is one of the best rated on the market. I like that I can monitor the power with my phone. Plus if you get a big surge, you don't have to replace the unit, just add another $36 module. Safe Travels!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Love the picnic date idea by the dump 😆That sounds like our vibe! Also great advice on the surge protector, we'll have to look into that some more! Thanks for sharing! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@johndevos9003]

You can always check with multi-meter neutral to the ground to see if you have continuity that will tell you if you have an open ground. You can also check from the outside of the disconnect to the ground plug to see if there is continuity. You bought a good meter, Klein tools are some of the best.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much Jack for sharing! These are all great tips for everybody and we really appreciate the support on our channel! ~ Renee and Kyle

[@dontfencemein-rving7439]

Finally a video where someone actually had a problem with their 50amp connection. I always hear people talk about having surge protector and I even mentioned one time on a huge KZbinr's video about him not having a surge protector and I pretty got the brush off with his answer because as he said "I've been doing this for years and have never once needed it. It's a waste of money." To me that's not very smart advice because if your power supply gets zapped by a surge of electricity your entire electrical system can get fried. I'm happy you were able to experience the issue first hand and show why it's a good idea to have the surge protector. I'm coming home soon. The election here went in the wrong direction and it's time to say Adios to Peru. I'll probably be leaving end of August. Hugs from Logan and me. Thanks again for the fun and informative videos.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Mac and Logan 😊👋🏼Hey guys!! Yes, we actually ran into this problem for the first time and it was unnerving! Glad that we were able to get it addressed, and SOOO glad that we had a surge protector to cover us. Wow, that is a horrible comment from that other person 😕 So glad you are coming home!! Wow, that is really soon actually! Hugs right back at your both, thank you so much for the awesome support that you always show us. You mean so much to us 😊 Stay safe, talk again soon - Kyle and Renee

[@seeking70]

"Dumping Tanks With the Hanks" a surefire bestseller.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

OH. MY. GOODNESS. You just totally started a trend!!! YES!!! We are surely going to be using this from now on 😃Thank you so much for your awesome support and comments, keep them coming!! You mean so much to us! - Kyle and Renee

[@tumbleweed4185]

You and Naaa Naaaa make an awesome RV parking team! We have watched many married couples try to pull this off and some of them are ready to sign divorce papers before the rig goes into park. You guys are great. I'm happy to see your lovely wife has this ocean paddle boarding thing figured out. She nailed it! Happy Anniversary!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes, I (Renee) am now ready to enter a SUP ocean surf competition! 🤣 Yes, before couples can get married they should have to go through a series of tests and backing a camper should be one of them! Thanks for sharing! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@tumbleweed4185]

@@HappilyEverHanks In an upcoming video we need you to reverse rolls. Kyle gets to walk the campsite and give direction while Renee drives. #Reneeparksthisbeast

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOL LOL Wouldn't that be something 😂🤣🙌🏼

[@ncpistol1]

Just bought a Ram 2500 and looking for a 5th wheel to spend our retirement years. Thanks for all the great tips. So much to learn and we’re glad that we found the Hanks.

[@teresacook5983]

Just want you two to know I am binge watching your videos. Discovered you recently and I keep coming back for more. My husband enjoys you, too. You are so entertaining and uplifting and funny. I greatly admire that you are also first responders, which makes you heroes. So glad you have struck a balance in your lives and that you are really living life so well. My husband and I spent a year out on the road in our 5th wheel and thoroughly enjoyed it. We hope to be able to do it again. We toured the perimeter of the USA, starting from our home base in Oregon, to Idaho to visit our son, and across the upper states (loved Glacier NP and the upper peninsula of Michigan - want to go back) and into Canada (the maritimes). Spent quite a bit of time in Maine, down the east coast, and wintered in Florida. We did that in a 2002 McKenzie Monaco Medallion 5th wheel (wonderful) from May 2014 to May 2015. We now have a 2017 Highland Ridge Open Range Light 5th wheel. We drove to Wisconsin to get it in October 2017. We love your adventures.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awww thank you so much Teresa!! We really appreciate your support and amazing comments 🙂😊 we are so excited to meet you and look forward to meeting you one day on the road! Sounds like you guys have had a ton of adventures yourselves 😀👍🏼 we are so happy for you both!! Keep living life to the fullest and keep your amazing comments coming!!! We really enjoy reading your comments and side of the journey 🤗

[@carrielynn5679]

I also binge watch! I'm a few years out to spending weeks on the road, however, I learn so much and will be ready!

[@scottmeyer3312]

You two are absolutely a blast to watch - dad jokes never get old!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Scott!! Thank you so much friend! 😀🙌🏼 We really appreciate your support, keep your wonderful comments coming!!! We really enjoy reading them and talking with you Stay safe, and have a great week. Talk again soon 🙂 - Kyle and Renee

[@johnmurphy6110]

I heard from another couple that actually lost their electrical due to not having a surge protector, right after beginning our journey began. I’m so glad we bought one, as we have been in Florida for 6 months now, and experience thunderstorms almost daily(especially now that it’s warmer). Thanks for sharing, as I’d rather get advice from others, than from making the mistake firsthand. One more tip regarding FL summer weather esp. We also watched people’s awnings get torn to shreds, while they are away from their sites. I always retract it when leaving ours now, as these storms pop up out of nowhere, and create strong winds. It’s a terrible thing to watch and not be able to help stop the damage. We bought tie downs with springs at the base, that are working great for breezy days, and sites near the beach, etc.Happy travels in FL to you!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey John!! Oh my goodness, that is such a bummer...Yes, there are so many thunderstorms right?! You can never go wrong with always bringing your awnings in!! We never leave our campsite before doing so 😊Great ideas with the tie downs! Thank you for sharing John, it's really great hearing from you again 😃 Talk to you again soon! - Kyle and Renee

[@MicheleHeinyScott]

Best professional stand up, surfing, paddle board - ing, I've ever seen!! Absolute inspiration!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Aww you are too kind Michele!! 🤗We hope that you have a wonderful Thanksgiving tomorrow!! Catch up with you again soon!

[@adamjones5911]

I like how Carl always tell me I’m beautiful and how he’s happy to see me. Sure knows how to make a guy feel special.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hahaha 😂🙌🏼 Glad it helps!! You are hilarious Adam 🤣

[@greatwhitebuffalo2397]

Rv tip of the week. When your steps are not level. Buy some shims from home depot and slide them under. Cheap easy fix.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

SUCH a great idea!! Why didn't we think of this? 🧐Thank you so much for sharing! What's your name by the way?

[@greatwhitebuffalo2397]

@@HappilyEverHanks Mark

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Great to meet you Mark, we hope to hear from you again soon. Thank you for your support, stay safe - Kyle and Renee

[@greatwhitebuffalo2397]

@@HappilyEverHanks Stay safe have a wonderful night.

[@skiimountaineer]

We started with a 2000w predator inverter generator, runs great (only $550). Then installed Battle Born Batteries, what a game changer! Then 300 watts of deployable solar. We are able to run everything including a 12v refrigerator. We are now upgrading to 1400 watts on the roof and a 3000 watt multiplus II. You can then boondock more and the system will pay for itself in a short period of time.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

This is really great information!! Thank you so much for sharing with us! 😃We definitely want to look into the Battle Born Batteries eventually 😎Sounds like you guys know what's up! What an amazing setup you guys have!! Teach us your ways 😁Keep these comments coming, we really enjoy hearing from ya!!!

[@skiimountaineer]

@@HappilyEverHanks Mike from the “Dry Campers”, has a lot of really good videos! To me he is one of the best in the country…

[@skiimountaineer]

I didn’t know very much when I started either, all I did was study study study

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh this is really good to know! Thank you so much for sharing! Yes it’s all about that research 😁👍🏼 The never ending research 😄 hehe

[@racheldodds8837]

This is great info! We just purchased our first RV (with solar prep) to pick up in October for f/t living. Trying to get my head around best energy sources and investments.

[@darrellgordon9748]

I have a 2016 solitude and I wanted an onan generator installed. Approximate cost for 5500LP generator $4500, plus $1500 for parts, then approximately $2000 to $3000 for labor. This was to expensive in my opinion so I ended up buying 2 onan 4500 portable generators cost for both $ 2300 plus $100 for parallel connection for 50 amp ability. So 9000w instead of 5500w. I decided to mount both generators in bed of truck between cab and 5th wheel hitch. Height matched my bed rails. Temporary locked them down until I get a hard bed cover installed to secure them. I’m extremely happy I went this way over the onan being installed directly in 5th wheel compartment. Easier to service generators, plus can operate on 1 if other needs work. Something you might want to look into as an option

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Darrell!! That is so awesome that you are part of the Grand Design family!! WOW you have an amazing set up Darrell! If we start looking more extensively into buying a generator, we will be following what you mentioned here. You sound very knowledgeable! Thank you so much for taking the time to write all of this information out for us and everyone reading 😃🙌🏼 Do you have any big upcoming trips or vacations planned in the near future? Are you looking at going to any Grand Design rally's this year?

[@darrellgordon9748]

Well, I plan to leave Washington state around Sept, travel south for winter. Come spring I want to head to Maine and start working downwards toward Florida. Finally retired and am full time now and want to see as much as possible. Love nature, history and science, so won’t be doing Broadway shows🤣. Ad for Grand Design rally maybe in 2022. Not able this year.

[@jimcollins8097]

Not criticizing, but with your setup if/when you go somewhere in your truck the trailer is left without power? Also be aware of possible damage to your truck wheel bearings with your generators running due to a phenomenon called brinneling. Back when new cars were shipped by rail they would sometimes arrive with bad front wheel bearings due to the vibration on the stationary bearings.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Love hearing this Darrell!! You are living life to the fullest and doing it the right way 😊👍🏼We are so happy for you!! Love us some broadway shows as well!! Stay in touch friend, keep these great comments coming!!!

[@darrellgordon9748]

@@jimcollins8097 Your correct that without the truck close to Rv the generators become useless, but the generators are for emergency use (power outages) or for boondocking. Not intended for full time (24/7/365). Even regular generator set up on RV’s are not intended for full time use. As for now vibrating issues, my Diesel engine is like 50 times more then these 2 generators combined. My point was for me I found a cheaper/better/more powerful option then the norm. For the cost difference I could replace the wheel bearings many times over if the vibration were to cause them to fail. Again these generators I purchased weigh only 120 lbs each and any vibration are very minor from what I experience. Thanks for the information tho👍. Never hurts to be aware of possible issues

[@AlliChuckAdventures]

I ended up buying a paddle board inflator. 60$ and it’s all auto. Set the psi and walk away. Takes 6 min to fully inflate. So far loving it.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh what??? I (Renee) still want to get one but in the mean time, if Carl wants to inflate the SUP for me then all is good 🤣Miss you guys! ~Renee & Kyle

[@AlliChuckAdventures]

@@HappilyEverHanks miss y’all too! We (Nikki and I) are heading to Stone Mountain tomorrow soon as I finish work! Gonna be a LONG day!!! 🤪

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That is going to be a long day!! Be safe in your travels!! 😊👋🏼

[@hauntmaster2005]

We experienced a lot with power issues when were boondocking. We have a 2001 Holiday Rambler 34' fifth wheel that has a 240volt 50 amp system. We were told a 5500 watt portable generator would be enough. What we found that was not accurate. The 5500 rated generator would trip off if over 3000 watts. Watts = volts x amps. So we up graded to a 7500 watt generator. Now these portable generators are good for 12 hours of continuous use before they need to shutdown and rest, according to the manufacturer. So we purchased a second generator for 24 hour use. It was nice to have duel fuel generators because propane can stored in larger storage capacity tanks but you can get gasoline anywhere anytime. We had found propane burns about 1 pound per hour where gasoline is closer to 0.75 gallon per hour due to the difference in fuel BTU ratings. Hope that helps.

[@dawnberner4985]

Aw my hubby is the best!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much Brett this is such great information! We have a 50 amp rig as well and we were told a 3000 watt generator would be enough to power at least one AC! I guess we need to look into this some more!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Your hubby is super super helpful!! 😃 ~ Renee and Kyle

[@nathanbeckfield4663]

Good catch kyle....I'm an electrician for 26 years when there is an open ground that means that your rig would not be grounded... so your surge processor is a must...just saying be safe

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow that makes us feel great coming from an electrician! Thanks Nathan 😃Have a great weekend! ~Renee & Kyle

[@nathanbeckfield4663]

Your welcome!!!! Sorry the auto spell kicked in ment to say surge protector...

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOL no worries Nathan!! We totally know the struggle 😅Cheers friend! Talk again soon!!

[@chuckvenrick]

Never had a surge protector until this new Raptor we just got an I didn’t want to fry it. Guess we have been lucky the last 7 years. This is our 4th camper and by far the most expensive.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes, we did not have a surge protector on our old rig and that was very risky. We would of never knew there was an open ground without it though! So many needed things with RVing. The world of never ending upgrades! Thanks for sharing! ~Renee & Kyle

[@doggomom5176]

Happy Anniversary! This video has it all... suspense with the electricity, adventure with the paddleboard surfing, tranquility at King's Landing, drama from Dexter, and humor throughout especially the dump tanks!😂 With a good cup of coffee, you can tackle almost anything!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awww thank you so much!! Yes, there was a LOT going on in this episode 🤣Dexter drama for sure!! So glad you enjoy our goofy sense of humor!! 😂🙌🏼 You bring such big smiles to our faces reading your comments!! Any big plans for your guys this upcoming weekend? 🙂

[@doggomom5176]

@@HappilyEverHanks Helping out a family member this weekend, but getting together with out of state friends in 2 weeks🤗 Be safe, and happy!

[@doggomom5176]

Oh wow, 20k subs, and your own troll? Now you know you're a success on 'the youtube'!😂

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yeah how about that LOL how the times have changed 😄🙌🏼 Your support has been so awesome from the beginning, we will never forget that! Also have a wonderful time with your friends! Sounds like a great time 🙂👋🏼 - Kyle and Renee

[@angelaisland4036]

My husband just said cool. I said what he said “there is a new Happilyeverhanks”. I was like cool some good to watch. You make the best videos!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That's great! Thanks for watching and supporting our channel, we'll keep it coming! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@deltabravo1257]

MicroAir Easy Start on your A/Cs is my recommendation if you end up installing a generator. The huge benefit of an onboard genny is being able to fire up the A/C while driving, or when you stop at a rest area for lunch, etc.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

So great, we need to look into all of that! Thank you for sharing 😃Keeping the RV cool while we drive to our next destination is a must! ~Renee & Kyle

[@MrNicmousseau]

I’m here!! Happy Anniversary!!!! You got to be kidding me! The paddle boards were discontinued!! I think I’m going to want to take a year off and just travel after all this school is over! Miss all these great adventures!! #LetEr’Rip all the way!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Nic! Happy Anniversary and Birthday as well! I think we are a day behind but the Hanks are always late! Lol Thanks for stopping by! ~Renee & Kyle

[@MrNicmousseau]

@@HappilyEverHanks you may be late but your fashionable!! Just change the date then we can be twins lol. It’s just paperwork! The heart is what matters.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOL so true 😁

[@lisapickens2472]

We were able to get the fridge replaced with a residential. It was a nightmare to get into the rig. We barely squeezed it through the door with the doors off, but I am so happy now. It's way more space than my old frige. It works great. It's a project and it's a pain to find one in the right size, but worth it.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Lisa! That sounds like an awesome set up that y’all have! We also have been thinking about upgrading to either residential or a 12 V fridge, it seems like some great options 😀 We are so happy to hear that you guys are enjoying the upgrade to the residential, talk about some awesome goals! #IceMaker 😁 (it’s the little things right?)

[@loriw2661]

I always plug in my surge protector to test the pedestal before I unhook from my truck. That way if I need to move I don’t have to hitch back up again. I’m also getting a generator (an inverter generator) for a few reasons. One of them is because I live in “hurricane Florida” and I want to be able to leave if a big hurricane comes and be able to set up camp anywhere. Many campgrounds fill up quick when a storm like that comes in so I may get stuck without electric. Nope! I don’t camp without electric. 🤣😂

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Lori! Thanks for sharing, this is all great advice! Everyone could def benefit from a generator, especially Floridians! Have a great weekend! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@Janine1430]

Yep, first thing on our list is to plug in surge protector to see if pedestal is ok.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

YES!! Love this Janine! 😀👍🏼

[@brucehale6151]

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY Anniversary, you two!!! Made for each other; undeniable. So glad you have allowed us to come along for the ride!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much Bruce! 😃❤️ come along for the ride anytime! ~Renee & Kyle

[@ronmcdaniel1583]

Great paddle board surfing! It will get better, the more you get it on! Thanks for sharing the open ground. To say the least, coach saver every plug in. THANKS for sharing! SAFE TRAVELS

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We'll stick to it! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Safe travels as well 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@PeteFolksinger]

On your aux fans for your fridge, I also added fans for our dometic. I put the fans at the top blowing out. I also installed a baffle to direct the air drawn in at the bottom across the fins. Doing it this way works with natural convection (heat rises), while blowing in at the top is working against natural convection. The baffle stops air from just churning inside the compartment.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That’s great! We’ve heard of people doing the same. We do have two fans in the middle area that blows air upwards but we just installed the extra at the bottom to keep it nice and cool. Thank you so much for sharing this! ~ Renee and Kyle

[@moore_2_explore]

This was a fantastic video, really excellent comedy, really important info (we too were saved by our surge protector), and Renee surfing! You are killing it with the editing.Loved it! Dave and Lorrie

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank guys! We decided to just film our everyday kind of stuff and lo and behold, we ran into an electrical issue! Have a great weekend! ~Renee & Kyle

[@65Max]

Our first towable RV was a Predator toy hauler ('05 HD Ultra Classic) and we used a 2000W SILENT Honda generator in the truck bed for dry camp power. It worked well to keep us cool and refer cold. Worked well for us for two years. Westinghouse has a less expensive, more powerful gen that we took as backup in our '94 Coachmen Destiny (38' Class A) for our 5 week trip with our granddaughters. Used that for Wally or rest stop nights for a few hours of quieter power before bed time.

[@luannkelly5071]

My favorite sitcom just came on! 😁 About anxiety, lol, I have general anxiety disorder, so I will be boondocking. In T minus 3 months.😁 You bet. I will be mostly out West, NW, and Texas.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

YES!! Thank you so much!! Oh we are so stoked for you 😃🙂You are totally going to rock it!! Hopefully we can all meet up on the road one day soon!!

[@jamiehart9686]

Same here with anxiety, stocking up heavily on meds before we head out in late september. Hopefully I can bulk buy meds

[@TexasPToonFam]

All my family says they love y’alls laughter and silly quirks y’all include in videos. Having a great time enjoying what you love is what I call it! Tip: Swing into any hardware store and tell them you need a pack of wooden shims, or even a handful of paint stirring sticks. Keep them on hand for under the stairs.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks so much! We will keep the goofiness coming, that's our life! 😆Second time we heard about these shims and we love it! Thanks for sharing. Such great info 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@TheAmber2222]

You guys should have a TV show, your both so natural and funny always putting a smile on my face thank you for doing the videos awesome 👏 😎..

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey George!! Thank you so much friend 😊🙌🏼We really appreciate your support!! You put a smile on our faces reading your comments, keep them coming!! You mean so much 😃- Kyle and Renee

[@rhotondm]

I have to admit…when I first started watching your videos I wasn’t a fan of the comedy and banter. However you guys have won me over. I agree with another comment, it’s like a sitcom about RV’ing. What’s not to love?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

What??? That's crazy, we hooked you! (cue the scary music) Thanks for watching and enjoying! We are just a "tad" bit strange right? Thanks Dan! ~Renee & Kyle

[@RVingwithG]

I have removed my OLDMEN generator and replaced it with a dual fuel one, and hooked it into my Propane tanks. I have 1,000 watts of Solar and 400 AMP Hours of Latium B.B.Batteries. Yes, $5,000 later... I have NO need to find or pay for power... I Bring my own! :o)

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow!! That is such a SWEET setup 😱One day, when we actually get our stuff together, we will be looking for your advice on what setup to go with 😃Love these deets!! We appreciate you!! - Kyle and Renee

[@Bwanar1]

4K pays for a lot of generator fuel. You can make it less efficient and more expensive with Propane, but I can't imagine why unless you have trouble getting fuel.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Tom, yes the Boondocking seems awesome! What kind of rig are y’all traveling in?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

WOW! What an awesome set up you have Tom! Love hearing what works for you and all the work that you put in your rig 😀👍🏼 Thank you for sharing that inside tip about the window, I wouldn’t have thought of that otherwise!! Keep these great tips coming!!

[@Bwanar1]

@@tomhorn2937 We just took ours apart and out in pieces. But that sounds like a sweet boondocking rig. We are adding solar to ours shortly.

[@Theo8863]

I use a Harbor Freight 3500 they also make a 5000. Super quiet and reliable with regular maintenance. Oil changes and remove the pollution it plugs up. Also changed the plug to a sure fire plug.

[@deborahwade8485]

Y’all are so enjoyable!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks Deborah!! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@nathanurick8320]

You two make me smile every time I watch you.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

So glad! Thank you so much for watching and supporting our channel! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@pamelawaterman3960]

Have fun you two. Happy Anniversary 👍

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much Pamela 🤗Your support means so much to us!! Have a great upcoming weekend, be safe! Much love from the Hanks family - Kyle and Renee

[@sfinvestors5944]

I lost power but it was because the ground wire shook loose on the terrible roads in AZ. I’m traveling alone so it cost me $350 to have someone figure this out. Don’t think I didn’t learn how to resolve it myself. Talk about a golden lesson.

[@leekimm6826]

Congrats on the Aniversary!!! Our electric valves just slam open and let her rip. Thanks for the suggestion on the boards. Like you had the foldable kayaks but quit carring them. Been looking at the boards

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks Lee! The SUP are great and easy to store for sure! Team #letErRip! Nice. Thanks for sharing! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@leekimm6826]

@@HappilyEverHanks Trying to find the place back about buying you a beer. I saw it yesterday but we just picked up our new bus yesterday also. A trainwreck happend at that time with it so mission not accomplished. Love to buy you an adult beverage

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awww Lee, thank you so much ❤️ we really appreciate you! We can’t wait to meet you in person one day and actually enjoy an adult beverage together with you! That’s so fantastic for you guys and that you got your new bus! Any big upcoming trips planned? Also I left the link below 😊 bit.ly/30w5NUe

[@leekimm6826]

@@HappilyEverHanks We are in Tallassee right now for a few day's. Have to drive into Indiana next week and pickup our new stacker. Then we are heading back south to Georgia and following Sherman's march through the south. We have to be in Glacier park from the 3rd week of July till the end of August to put on the finishing touches in the Lake McDonald lodge. Feds wouldn't accept the new owners of my company so wouldn't let me out of that contract. My company did the sister building, The old faithful Inn Yellowstone Park. I used to do Histirical renovation those are 2 of my buildings.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow this is incredible Lee! Sound like you have a busy upcoming summer 🙂 lots of driving around, I’m sure will see you on the road somewhere in passing!! Keep us updated on how your trips go, we look forward to hearing more about this! 😃👋🏼

[@thetravelingbrowns]

Y'all are absolutely hysterical... Kings Landing is a must.... Good lesson on why having a surge protector is so important!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes, Kings Landing was amazing! Definitely paid off having the surge protector as well 😊 thank you so much Jenna!!!

[@jamiestevenson2101]

I think the paddleboards are more suited to the springs!! Fun video as always. Great job guys, looks like you enjoyed Florida state parks.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks Jamie! Yes we love the Florida Springs, we'll be back for sure!

[@jamiestevenson2101]

@@HappilyEverHanks and back to casa de Stevenson's too i hope!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Most definitely! You guys rock! 😎🙌🏼

[@nsbderm]

Not quite who would downvote that. I thought it was both witty informative and charming. Happy anniversary you two

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Aww that is so sweet! Thank you Jason! We'll keep it coming! 😃 ~Renee & Kyle

[@saltysteveandmisfitmichele]

We use the sevylor sup 12v pump for our boards, call me lazy but in this Florida heat it is a lifesaver. We ordered it off Amazon. Let her rip 🤘🤘😂

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Stephen!!! That's so awesome to hear! We need to get on board with this 12V pump already 😅You aren't kidding about the Florida heat 🥵YES!! Let er' rip!! So great talking to you Stephen!! Have an awesome upcoming weekend - Kyle and Renee

[@immasher2139]

It's hotter here in Minnesota than it is in Florida! Go figure. We will be Florida bound in the near future!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yeah go figure that!! So happy to hear this Susan!! Keep us updated on your travels 😃👍🏼Love hearing from you!!

[@elizabethroblyer5615]

I love you guys, my husband and I are both retired nurses and have a small RV but our not full time you guys just have so much fun just love to watch!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Elizabeth! Thank you so much for your wonderful support 😊🙌🏼 it’s so awesome to meet you guys, hopefully we can meet you guys in person out on the road one day soon! What brand of RV do you and your husband travel in? 😀

[@elizabethroblyer5615]

@@HappilyEverHanks we have a small e pro 15tb it’s a fun camper

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That’s so awesome to hear Elizabeth!! We are so happy for you guys! Hopefully will be able to see you guys on the road one day soon 😊 We hope to hear from you again soon, keep your amazing comments coming!!! We enjoy talking with you Elizabeth - Kyle and Renee 😀👋🏼

[@angellsantiago3135]

You guys are awesome. I’m glad that you’re enjoying the beautiful places here in Florida. Thank you for those videos. God bless.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We are sad to leave Florida because we love it so much! Thank you so much for the support! You are awesome! ~Renee & Kyle

[@angellsantiago3135]

@@HappilyEverHanks hope to see you soon on your next adventures. You guys know how to entertain us and helping with ideas. Have a safe trip. Many blessings

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Aww thank you so much ❤️You certainly just made out night with your great comments! Keep them coming!!! Much love from the Hanks family!

[@tumbleweed4185]

Quick RV tip: Always check the top of your slides before pulling them in when you get ready to move and there is no need to climb on the roof. Put your phone on a selfie stick and video across the tops to check for leaves, pine straw and debris. If there is anything that needs to be cleaned use an extension pipe on a battery powered leaf blower to remove it. If you have trash on the top of the slides when you pull them in, it will force it into the seals causing damage and leaks.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

This is a really great tip! We have never thought about doing this, we will have to try to give us a trial run 😀🙌🏼 keep these amazing comments! Love your insight and great tips 🙂👍🏼

[@tumbleweed4185]

@@HappilyEverHanks Us old people have to get creative. It keeps us from climbing on stuff and falling on our %$$#@$$.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOL love this 🤣🙌🏼 you guys are a hoot!!

[@KathyCatlinWellness]

Another awesome video. We did get a surge protector, at your recommendation. So far, have not encountered the challenge you had....but good to know about. I'll have to ask the hubsters if we have a tester thingy on board - I know we have one for home. Looks like another thing to pack in our hardware kit though! Now, on Renee's question if there are other people who worry that the mechanic will say- it all looks good, or gee, I've tried 50 times to hear/ see that problem and I see nothing... I'm your gal! TOTALLY relate! Also, Renee, I believe in you: keep with the paddle board surfing and you'll get it down :)

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Kathy you are so sweet and now I (Renee) have someone to share these anxieties with! I'm no mechanic but something is wrong lol So glad you guys are smart and got a surge protector. We did not have one with our first rig and risked it all! Thanks for sharing and leaving such a great comment ❤️~Renee & Kyle

[@JosephBrown83805]

Just getting caught up with your videos, who would have thought that the day this posted we picked up our 5th wheel after spending a cr*p load of money for a solar panels and Battle Born battery system installation. We LOVE it! We tested it out on our way home from the Reno, NV. installer location, we couldn't find any places to stay so we dry camped at 2 rest areas and a Harvest Host to get back home. If you guys can save up for it, it truly will be worth it. I still say get a small generator too, it isn't always sunny!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Joseph! Thank you so much for sharing this, it’s really wonderful to meet you 😀🙌🏼 We are so happy to hear that you were getting great use out of your solar and battle born battery system!! #GOALS it’s really nice how you can get off grid like you were saying and save some money by staying at Harvest Host or Boondocking for a few nights. Nicely done! What model of fifth wheel did y’all end up getting? 😃

[@TheErlenbachs]

18th...lol. You guys are great!! And yes, surge protector is a must! It was the first thing we bought after our RV and before the truck. Lol.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey guys!! Thank you so much for your wonderful support 😊🙌🏼Yes, definitely a must for the surge protector! That was not a fun situation to be in..so glad that we have one installed 😅 It's so great to meet you guys, what are your names by the way? What kind of RV are you guys living in while on the road?

[@cjgilbert209]

Hey! Y’all are so fun to watch. Another tip on the stairs that aren’t level. You can actually extend the short leg to make the steps level. There are holes on the side; just pull the pin and put it in a different hole to extend the leg. Have fun with your adventures!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey CJ!! Thank you so much for your wonderful support 😊🙌🏼Yes, love having the adjustable stairs!! They are so nice! Do you currently live the RV life CJ?

[@stephenmarshburn220]

Awesome looking place and Happy Anniversary

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Stephen!! Thank you so much for your continued wonderful support 😃It's so great to hear from you again! Your comments mean so much to us, keep them coming!! Stay safe - Kyle and Renee

[@ceritapenman6112]

We use a little Honda 2000iu it runs everything but the air. We have had it about 15yrs and it still runs good. The new ones are I believe 2200i, they will run an a/c with a softstart. But that is probably all at once. Happy camping and keep up the fun videos.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much for the suggestion! That sounds like a great set up for a generator we will have to look into something like that. We really appreciate your support, have a great weekend! ~ Renee and Kyle

[@donhateschz]

Happy Happy Anniversary!! Maybe buy each other some TPMS as anniversary gifts?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

TPMS is on our list! Hopefully soon! Thanks Don for watching 😃 ~Renee & Kyle

[@dflyshadow]

When we need to empty the tanks I send my 12 year old son to do it. He’s so handy. Knew we brought him for a reason. 😊

[@BillandKelleyAdventures]

Looks like a great place we are headed to Destin Sunday.

[@tumbleweed4185]

Have a great time! We love Destin and usually take a ride down 30A to the east and spend a day at Seaside and Watercolor.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Sweet! We loved Grayton Beach SP in that area! Have fun!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes!! Destin is such an amazing place 😀🙌🏼

[@michaelforget1823]

On your refrigerator I put a blue cub in The refrigerator it helps move the air in the refrigerator.you should be able to get Them in any RV store. The next thing I did is put a small awning where my refrigerator vents are an when the. Sun Hit the side of trailer I just put that small Awning out an on my trailer it drop it 10 Degrees in the refrigerator. Be safe in your travels.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Michael! These are some awesome ideas!! We never thought of having an awning over the vents 😃Best to you! Keep these wonderful tips coming!!

[@pauld5641]

Carl, or is it Karl with a "K", I sure would like to know the model of the GoPro and drone with camera you use because your pics and vids are awesome!! Alway love watching you, Mrs C(K)arl and Dexter on KZbin videos. Happy trails, Paul & Beth Deems

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We like to use Carl with a "C" 😃Idk, we just have always thought of it that way! lol It's so great to hear from you Paul and Beth!! You both mean so much to us with your continued support!! Dexter says hi by the way 😻 I will leave a link below for the camera gear that we use! Hope to talk to you both again soon, stay safe. Best to you Paul and Beth - Kyle and Renee Canon EOS 6D Mark II urlgeni.us/amzn/mrkM DJI Mavic Air 2 Drone urlgeni.us/amzn/wgXp GoPro HERO8 amzn.to/3fadLqo

[@pauld5641]

@@HappilyEverHanks Thank you for the links, greatly appreciated.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Absolutely you guys 😊👋🏼

[@lustila1]

Happy Anniversary! Since space is a premium for you being full time, I would recommend an A/C soft start from Micro Air and a 2000 watt inverter generator. That would at least power most of the rig and one A/C. When I bought my camper I had the Furrion backup camera installed. I knew if I didn't get it right away, I would always talk myself out of the cost (~$500). Having had it for a few years now, I couldn't imagine not having it.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Love all of these recommendations! Thank you so much! We are leaning more towards a generator than solar mostly for price and simplicity. The backup camera may be something we get someday still! Thanks for watching! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@lustila1]

@@HappilyEverHanks one underrated feature of the camera is that it also has a microphone and the audio comes through the display, so you don't have to holler at each other if giving some direction. I know a lot of people use phones, but there is usually a delay associated with that communication. Solar is cool - I don't have any yet, but plan to add some eventually.. But you need to have a lot of solar and a lot of batteries if you ever want to use the a/c in places like Florida. It's almost not practical especially being full timers. A generator will at least get you by until your issue is resolved.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes, we have noticed there to be a delay as well. You make some great points Mark! Same with us, we definitely hope to add some solar and get some lithium batteries. Would be nice to get off grid a little more ya know? Definitely will look into the generator! You got that right...that Florida heat can be killer 🥵Thank you for chatting with us Mark!! Keep these great comments coming, we enjoy hearing from you!! Best to you, stay safe - Kyle and Renee

[@jolenecreech7648]

The best part of waking up is Folgers in your cup! 😅.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOL those folder commercials! 😆Thanks for a great comment! ~Renee & Kyle

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOL 😂🙌🏼 you guys rock!!

[@valc8758]

Cracked up with the opening...Yup that's me with the coffee cup if I have to dump the tanks in the morning. Not shy at all with the black water...snort... Okay, you convinced me; I will invest in a surge protector.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Lol so glad most people aren't shy with the black tank process! Thanks for sharing! Whoop whoop on the surge protector! ~Renee & Kyle

[@Giesis]

I just let that sh..t rip #LetEr’Rip😂😂. You guys are awesome.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Team #leterrip! Thats awesome! Thanks for sharing and stopping by! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@debyarger3084]

We always look for GD too, we have the imagine 22RBE. A perfect setup for us retired couples. We bought the Predator 3500 invertor/ generator. Go big or go home for us. You could use this one also if you put the "soft start" on your air conditioners. It's actually very quiet once it settles after starting it. I think it's a good investment. Keep up the awesome videos!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Deb!! Thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us 😀🙌🏼 we would love to check out the soft starts!! Keep these amazing tips coming 😊👍🏼 best to you Deb!! Talk to you again soon, have a wonderful 4th of July weekend

[@johndill9127]

Y'all would.live Itchetucknee Springs!!!

[@johndill9127]

Supposed to be love Itchetucknee Springs. Duh... I can't spell today

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We've heard of it before! We'll add it to our return to Florida, we missed some stuff list 😆 Thanks for sharing! ~Renee & Kyle

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Jamie! Love the Florida Springs! We'll be back for sure!

[@danwhite4086]

Happy anniversary!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳 thanks for another fun Thursday night!!!! You need a weekly hour long show!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks Dan!! We're not sure if people want the Hanks for that long!! 😆Have a great weekend! ~Renee & Kyle

[@EmmaHowell28]

Can't play zombies without electricity!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

#priorities

[@loricurtis753]

What a great episode, great to see what happens after you find and electrical issue. I never thought of what we would do if our surge protector found something wrong! Glad it was an easy fix for you!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

This is def our first time and so glad it was an easy fix! Thanks for watching 😃Have a great weekend! ~Renee & Kyle

[@julietterogers6887]

How does this relate, pertain, address the title of this article???

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We mention the importance of needing a surge protector in the video, how it can make you lose thousands of dollars if you make this mistake. Hence the title. I can send you a time code if it makes it easier? Thank you for your feedback! And thank you so much for watching! 😃 ~Renee & Kyle

[@a3a21971]

Costco - dual fuel gen unit rocks. Using propane is awesome don’t have to carry gas. Plus Costco warranty rocks!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh nice!! We need to get on this! Thank you so much for this! 😃Keep these wonderful tips coming!! We really appreciate your amazing support ❤️

[@outdoordave6304]

You guys rock

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks Dave!! 😃 ~Renee & Kyle

[@ruthpickens8101]

Happy anniversary!!! We just had our 29th! We always love your videos!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Ruth!! Thank you so much for you amazing comments and support!! Keep them coming!! Congrats to you guys on 29 years!! What an inspiration you both are 😊Much love to you guys, talk to you again soon Ruth!! - Kyle and Renee

[@Viva_La_Vargas]

First 😎😎😎

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Welcome! Thanks for coming to the party! ~Renee & Kyle

[@liset6347]

You’re awesomely entertaining and bring a smile to my face. About your step adjustment, go to a building supply store and buy a pack of cedar wood shims or a rubber door wedge.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much that is so sweet! We have been hearing such great things about the shims. Off to Home Depot for us! 😃 ~Renee & Kyle

[@dmoore3272]

Not on topic but .... are you not worried about alligators while on inflatable paddle boards in Florida.?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey there!! It's so great to hear from you 😃Honestly, we were initially concerned about it when first getting to Florida. We quickly found that they don't really bother with you and don't want to be around you. So we feel a little more comfortable with being out on the water. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment, you mean so much to us with your awesome support 😎👋🏼- Kyle and Renee

[@HappilyEverHanks]

What part of Florida are you from Steven? 😀👍🏼

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Okay, okay, okay - you're talking us into the surge protector AND those cool blow-up paddle boards. We love that the start of your videos are a preview of what we can expect to see through the video. Great job! I pushed the like button 3x! :) We may borrow that idea from you for some of our future videos. :)

[@HappilyEverHanks]

For sure! Thanks for watching and the feedback 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@Sea-Shed]

@Johnny Vargas Showoff! 😂

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Almost!

[@forgottenmountain1]

You guys are hilarious. Can’t believe it’s only been 3 yrs… I love you guys. My hubby does the poop shoot. But no coffee w it. You guys communicate well when it’s backing in… my husband is usually yelling at me cuz he gets his left and right mixed up in backing up and getting the rear the right way. ❤️❤️

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much!! :) We are really glad that you guys enjoy the content 😊LOL Glad you keep the coffee and dumping separated...it's an interesting mix of morning routines. The backing up can be difficult! Always learning ourselves 😅Keep these great comments coming, ya'll mean so much to us!!

[@thehomeless_trucker]

How durable are those blow up paddle boards? I'd be afraid of it catching on a rock close to the surface...

[@HappilyEverHanks]

They have been super durable so far. We ran over sharps rocks before by accident and they held up just fine. 👍🏼 ~Renee & Kyle

[@JohnSherman2]

In a pinch: put a 20A outlet adapter on your30A RV cord plug to use a temporary limited amount of AC power supplied to RV.

[@chadsmith946]

Totally #let'errip!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@ryanteter]

Good advice about surge protection. Have you ever heard of hot skin? It’s where there’s a missing ground and the RV becomes “hot”. It can injur/kill. Until we started full timing, we weren’t afraid of much. Now we’re petrified of HOT SKIN. My God.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey there! No we have never heard of this before, I will have to look into this! Thank you for sharing!! 😊

[@thompsona10625]

I’m heeerreeee!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Adam!! 👋🏼

[@ChristCenteredKeto-JulieLenart]

First of all, you two make me smile with your antics and quirky observations on RV life. 🥰 We are primarily snowbirds now and own a lot in FL, but we used to do a bit of boondocking and own a Honda 2000W generator that worked great (and is quiet) as long as you don’t need ac. Literally I think the generator is 15 years old and still works great with a bit of maintenance and we travel with it for those times of “unexpected” incidents. It is probably the minimum for you to consider, although with your size rig, (and that moody cat) a generator big enough to give you 1 ac would be nice. If you are going to keep doing that FL 90+ degree thing, then maybe look at the whole hog solar money outlay. After all, a couple of nurses probably know all the dangers of human (and feline) heat stroke. 😎

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much for your amazing support Julie!! You totally make us smile just reading your comments 😊🤗 This is really great to hear about your set up, we love hearing that the Honda generators work well. They seem to be like a great option! Yes, it is always best to be prepared for those unexpected times! Isn’t it funny how the RV life is full of plenty of those? 😄 Yes, we couldn’t agree more on the heat stroke aspec! Solar seems like a great option. What kind of RV do you guys stay in while in Florida?? 😀

[@ChristCenteredKeto-JulieLenart]

@@HappilyEverHanks We are original owners of a 2008 NUWA HitchHiker II LS fiver that we left on our lot during “2020 Covid summer” and came back to last Nov.-April 2021. This spring we hauled it home to Northern Michigan where we keep a small cabin as a home base. Still loving the RV life and vicariously living your current adventures too!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That’s so awesome to hear that you guys are Michigan! What a beautiful area to live in! We hope to be there later this summer, hopefully we can meet y’all one day soon!! 😊👍🏼

[@kreutztimothy]

Kyle, totally awesome job making it look like it wasn't any big deal... You totally handled it like a pro!.. Now, if this was our video... It would be totally been censored due to my wife's love affair with 4 letter words 😂... (Must have Something to do with 10 years as med-surg taking care of the old sailors😁) Augh.. I can't wait to get out there next year; it'll be perfect every day..... "Said no one" 😉 Hey, here's a side note.... My wife is rarely in anything but scrubs everyday.... I never see you two having the "post 12 hour shift attitude" ... What gives! 🤣😂 Thanks again for the great video..

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Your wife needs a nursing hiatus! That's what we have been on and it's so good for our soul. Not as many bleep words 🤣Also with the power of editing we can still say whatever we want and just cut it out!! Thanks for the comment and watching! ~Renee & Kyle

[@kreutztimothy]

@@HappilyEverHanks I totally agree on the nursing hiatus... She's counting down the days till we leave.. she totally wishes it was tomorrow lol... Ttyl.. Tim

[@HappilyEverHanks]

I bet!! We are so happy for you guys! Sounds great, talk again soon 😊Stay safe

[@roysmith5268]

We just received our surge protector and lock in the mail from Camping World, cannot wait to use it. We also have a 2000 watt generator for charging our batteries when we dry camp. It also runs the microwave. This will not operate he hot water heater in Electric mode or the AC but it will run the fan. That said windows open and gas on for water heater and fridge.😊 hope this helps for the basics. Great videos and Carl don’t forget NeNe before leaving campgrounds😂.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Can't forget the wife! 😆Yes we would get a similar set up for the basics! Thanks for sharing Roy! ~Renee & Kyle

[@brendonmistrot8949]

#letherrip!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Brendon!! YES!!! That's what I am talking about 😎🙌🏼Cheers friend!! Thank you so much for the awesome support that you show us!! - Kyle and Renee

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Brendon!! YES!!! That's what I am talking about 😎🙌🏼Cheers friend!! Thank you so much for the awesome support that you show us!! - Kyle and Renee

[@caseypries7559]

I prefer the Southwire line of surge protectors. They have a screen that tells you in English what's going on, no code card needed. They have both plug in and wire in. There is also a remote screen available that you can install inside.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That's super convenient! Thanks for sharing such great information 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@jeremyanderson3270]

Let the log ride rip

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOL team #letErRip...very nice! Thanks for sharing 😃 ~Renee & Kyle

[@excursiondan8358]

Happy anniversary 🎉, we were heading out for a weekend in Oct. In central Pa get to the campground as its dark plug in and all the lights were dim go to fire up the heater no heat , earlier in the day had to mess with the battery and hooked it back up the wrong way blew the tiny 2.0 amp fuse in the wall thermostat , got all the lights working that night but went with no heat until the next day , just happend to have that size round glass fuses in my truck ( dumb luck ) pop in the fuse and ka pow!!! We gave heat 🔥 Always have extra fuses with ya! , live and learn.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much Dan!! 😃🙌🏼We really appreciate your support! Wow that is crazy that happened! At least you were able to figure it out!! Thank you for sharing with us, we will keep this in mind for sure. You are totally right! Can never have enough back up fuses 🙂Cheers to you Dan, thank you for your continued support and comments. Keep them coming!! - Kyle and Renee

[@camperman101]

we installed a remote control dump valve on our rv, if were traveling at night we pull over in the slow lane real far and open the valve or if its in the day we pull over like we have car trouble or something if its not busy and dump, the animals eat it anyway

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Okay, we totally thought you were messing with us on this one. And then we looked it up! Very nice and great idea! Thanks for sharing 😃 Is the remote installed somewhere in the tow vehicle or can it just be carried in your pocket? ~Renee & Kyle

[@jimcollins8097]

Uhhhh......ooookaaaay

[@ZenRebel33]

Shingle for the step. It's cedar so it will holdup to weather and is already cut at a slight angle to wedge underneath.

[@jaredwellman1523]

Happy Anniversary! We're also big fans of the installed EMS. We went the installed route to protect ourselves from our lazy selves and force us to use it EVERY TIME! We have a Solitude and currently have 600A of lithium installed and are looking at enlarging that and also adding solar. If we're planning on boondocking then we carry a 4500W dual fuel generator. If we're not "planning" on it then we carry a smaller Honda 2000 that can run the AC but not much else in parallel. Keep the great content coming!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow that's a great set up! You are prepared for anything! Thanks so much for sharing. It really helps us and the RV community out so much! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@adivinervlife8972]

Happy anniversary Hanks 3 years congratulations.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much ❤️~Renee & Kyle

[@MingoMoon]

Good call on the power connection! But I agree, I am always concerned that when the tech shows up they may say, “it is all fine”. I don’t trust that, if the inline surge protector is throwing an error then there is a problem, but a way to double check is to put a dog bone on the cable and connect to the 15 amp and see if you get the same error. Love your video of the river, we carry kayaks with us on our truck rack but I like the idea of floating and being able to just lay back and relax, what was an amazing place. Happy anniversary BTW!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awww thank so much!! Yes, we totally agree with you on that point. We are concerned that we may run into this one day, but that is what the surge protector is there for. No room for human error! So if we do ever run into that, we will probably just end up finding a different spot to stay. At the end of the day it’s our home on wheels and we wanna do everything to protect it 🙂👍🏼 Hopefully we can all meet up for some paddling soon, would love to get on the river with you guys!! 😃

[@tinabina9078]

Happy anniversary guys! We just celebrated 6 years on June 3rd! After watching tour videos I think we're going to make florida our next big trip. It just looks so stinking beautiful there.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much happy anniversary to you guys as well!! We were so excited to see everything except Disney World during our Florida trip but we still missed so much beauty! That’s OK cause will be back! Have a great weekend! 😃 ~Renee and Kyle

[@tarrondrichburgh5536]

Hello guys. Listen i just bought my first camper. Hadn't used it just yet but yalls videos are very helpful. Thank you

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hi Tarrond! Thank you very much for your support, It's so wonderful to meet you 😃Congratulations on your first camper! What inspired you to buy a camper? What model of camper did you end up getting??

[@Janine1430]

Great video!! I feel ya with the surge protector. We camped this past weekend and we were ok Friday night and Saturday am and then all the sudden we lost power. We thought it was our fuses. Took us an hour to diagnose what was going on. Our Progressive surge protector was throwing an E 6. We removed the surge protector and connected straight to the pedestal and then we were ok. Not sure what was going on! But thank God it wasn't the camper.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh what? Our card says E-6 is low voltage (line 2) whatever that means lol...nurse brain here! At least that's what our card says! Thank goodness for the KZbin and the Google to help with everything! Safe travels! Thanks for watching! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@Janine1430]

Low voltage on ours too! Not sure what it all means either. Good thing is the camper electrical is fine!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes for sure!! Thank you so much Janine 🤗Keep these amazing comments coming!! They mean so much to us, stay safe. Much love from the Hanks family!

[@cindydegraaff5083]

Happy Anniversary, Kyle and Renee! Looks like you guys had a great day! So appreciate your tips and humor! Keep on having fun!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Cindy!! Thank you so much for the amazing support! We totally had a blast for sure 🤗 so glad you were able to come along with us for the journey, we can’t wait to meet up with you one day! Talk to you again soon, much love from the Hanks family 😃👋🏼

[@joycejohnson1396]

I have one and mine came with it’s own pump. They are great. If you ever in Phoenix go to No Snow in Mesa. They are a great place to get a new paddle board. Don’t forget to keep pfd handy.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Great info! Thank you Joyce. Never forget the PFD! 😃~Renee & Kyle