HUGE Snake @ Taterland, Tracker is Home, & River Picnic in Show Low

[@russelallen5342]

You are 100% wrong when you said no one can fix the a/c. You just haven't found a competent a/c technician. I know it is hard to find good people to repair anything, but they are out there.

[@pebmets]

The issue is an old vehicle which probably needs a gas which is no longer available or is extremely expensive. The other issue, a mechanic should have looked at it before he purchased to warn him about the A/C.

[@handsonwithblg4949]

Agreed . You could even go to a universal under the dash A/C for around 600 dollars . That little truck can have A/C again .

[@LifeMyWay007]

@@russelallen5342 Plus most of us know someone who just priced out a new ac system. So it should be at least replaceable.

[@michaelmaryn4620]

Eric keep the vehicle. Do all shopping early in the morning. ITS ONLY REALLY HOT FOR 3 MONTHS. IN QUARTZSITE TODAY ITS 120 DEGREES IN THE SHADE but 5 am it's very nice

[@Channel--Ai]

After market ac on that is better maybe

[@danielyoung7175]

There are aftermarket ac systems that are for classic cars that never had ac. You can get ac in that thing guaranteed

[@wranglerdave6452]

And the company that makes those a/c is called classic industries I posted a link

[@PaulMSabol]

Install a spring-loaded wheel on the front gate, when opened the wheel should follow the ground grade.

[@jeffreyrandolph5848]

I have same tracker and bought compressor, dryer, o ring kit for under $400 on Amazon. Ice cold air!

[@DirtFloorGargae]

That's what I was going to say. There are parts out there to fix it. The mechanic must not be very knowledgeable or just gave up

[@gregjo5141]

I think after driving a real truck Eric wants something more versatile and with power.

[@raymondray8672]

@@gregjo5141 But won’t tell us 🤣🤣

[@gregjo5141]

The Tracker has been on FB marketplace for several weeks. If you put in a new AC unit in you'll have AC. Just admit it, it's not what you want it was a compulsive buy.

[@MrR0botoh]

Exactly. He doesn't want to admit that many people were right, so it's the "can't fix AC story".

[@Westcoastguy]

Bingo. Compulsive buy. He can't stay with anything for over a year or so. RV's, cars, electric bikes, whatever it is, he doesn't keep them for long.

[@Karen-00004]

Beautiful rat snake. We have black ones here. Our largest was 8 ft and helped babysit the kids when young. The Bible has a verse about us being healed when we look at a snake, and its on The medical emblem. Nice video, Thanks

[@lisantica842]

I love the Diana episodes! She brings out the softer side of you Eric.

[@joel203jr]

I am happy to see and hear Eric being happy around Diana.

[@jamesfrommanitoba.1992]

Saw it for sale on your facebook marketplace page.

[@davidcrumpler5714]

Oh bullshit. If it ever worked, then it can be fixed to work again. The temp valve is probably bad. That’s the reason it works when first started and then blows hot. Also radiator fans could be bad. If there’s a fan clutch check it. If sensors for electric fan check it.

[@joeschmoe4030]

Not fixable = he never found the problem or did not want to mess with it.

[@raymondray8672]

Or didn’t know what he was doing ☹️

[@KG5RK]

So the first opinion on AC for the Tracker is "AC permanently broken? WHY ? Is it economically prohibitive? WHAT PART(s) OF THE SYSTEM are bad ? I can understand if the evaporator coil is damaged, BUT you should be able to find SOMETHING that will work. The IMPOSSIBLE to repair just takes more effort. Just my $.02

[@johnmclendon4097]

If it takes r-12 it is very expensive just for the freon. You should replace everything to replace with the new freon

[@gailsfoodandstuff]

the little tracker is cute, but since you are selling it, maybe you can get a mid sized truck as you will need it for hauling stuff. i love my truck, even after i recently downsized, its still got enough room in the bed to haul stuff and can tow a trailer with m/c etc. 😊

[@rcac1023]

If you really like the tracker, there got to be a shop who can fix the AC. You seem to give up to easy, just like the gen in the RV.

[@nomadicfanatic]

I gave up on the generator in the RV? lol. My receipts say otherwise...

[@jasonspatafore5843]

The generator shouldn't have even been a thing to begin with.

[@jeffcampbell815]

@@nomadicfanatic take the gen to cummins!!!!!!

[@Karen-00004]

Snakes are highly intelligent with a sense of humor, they love shocking people if they like the people. We had a wide gate. When the kids were playing outside, it would go to its "guard post", between the 2 gate posts, stretch out from post to post. To make sure thekids didnt go out of yard and onto railroad tracks. Other danger areas also. Ive read snakes patrolan area a mile long. My smaller 6 ft rat snake would walk to mailbox with me, abt four7th mile round trip. Last time it did, someone killed it. They mustve been afraid of it. That word i messed up was 4th of a mile , round-trip.

[@AndrewsExploration]

Sell it and buy a pickup truck :). Seems more useful - but you do you!

[@Greg_Gatsby]

Eric has been enjoying the use of a suitable pickup truck, which suggests a pickup of his own might be the solution.

[@lynnmckenzie4841]

Snakes including rattle snakes are all over in AZ. I'd never let a cat outside in rural AZ, especially in the dark. Most don't last long.

[@bkb04g]

Cats are much more adept at not being killed unlike other pets. They’re just fine…

[@sjr7822]

Excellent opening, I do hope you put out a saucer of water for your property helper. I had a Russian Blue that attacked snakes, I couldn't break her, sadly. I don't mind snakes at all, Dad used to put them on me when I was a kid and the cool slittering was pleasant. Nice shot, like you two as a couple 05:58 she sure has a pleasant personality! Mom was scared to death and he wanted me not to be like Mom. Get a soil tester, for a couple of bucks. Blueberries like acid soil, take 6 years for full production if they survive. Most people have two bushes, although they are supposed to be self-pollinating. I wouldn't have a fir tree near a building, or any tree with any height, I had all cut down when limbs broke off, (self-pruning,) and went through the roof when the trees got old.

[@friskydingo5370]

It doesn't make sense . Anything can be fixed if you have the experience. Why would someone tell you that. A.c. systems can always be fixed. Sounds like the mechanic doesn't want to do it. I would defantaly get a 2nd opinion. Why did they tell you it can't be fixed? What did they say was wrong with it. 👌

[@jeanne8507]

Eric- Please tell Diana to be more careful showing too much skin. We got a quick shot of her butt and more in the creek. She’s going to get you in trouble, just like she got herself in trouble with KZbin. I would hate to see you get banned.

[@billwilliams44]

It’s just a prelude to her only fans page

[@gmdelatorre3759]

Eric could have edited that out, he chose not too.

[@jesusguzman5435]

So glad you have a lovely companion happy for you

[@MikeLockheart]

I dont understand how or why the a/c can't be fixed ?? anything can be fixed, just replace everything with new parts ?? I'm so confused. LOL

[@bartlett68n]

I feel like it’s his way of justifying getting an actual truck soon

[@diggingarizona8592]

Eric. Mechanic tells you that they can't fix your AC. It's because they are a shade tree mechanic, they don't have the time or facilities to do so. Or the knowledge. If I were you I would take it to a certified mechanic. Not someone that does it on the side.

[@JonnyDIY]

Hmm a pickup truck Toad? Maybe an older Tacoma or Jeep? 🤔

[@ozziestrom9793]

Nice arm pit @ 8:56 ?

[@BeaKennedy]

Nice video. I love that trail. The forested part is really cool too. Looks like you two had a really nice picnic. 😊✌️

[@BruceLyeg]

Whoever told you the ac was unrepairable, never let them touch your vehicles again

[@douglasfortune3307]

Im so happy for you Eric, Keep doing your thing brother!!! Do what makes you happy, screw the haters. Love ya man!!!

[@BAMFSpYdy]

It's awesome that you recognize the benefits of having snakes on your property. So many people just kill them. Plus snakes are also nomads and are usually just passing through. Bummer about the tracker though. Those things are hard to find.

[@MikeLockheart]

it makes me so happy to see you happy and enjoying life with someone who seems like you get along with really well ! Seeing you and her laugh and have a good time is really uplifting to my mood. You deserve to enjoy the company of someone so happy, and fun, good sense of humor. Keep it up.

[@roydavis2242]

You can add an aftermarket AC to the Tracker but it's not cheap. It's about $1400 for the parts excluding labor.

[@rudecrudefood7244]

Eric, that doesn’t look like a full cord. 1/2?

[@andibeauchamp9231]

It was so good to meet you and Diana at Show Low Walmart the other day!!😊 it's good to see you have found yourself a Hot Chick! How do you keep your hands off of her?😅

[@andibeauchamp9231]

Come see us at the Show Low Lake Campground. We are workamping here for the summer.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Lol! Thanks, and nice to meet you too.

[@ostepopp]

Any mechanic that says something can't be fixed is full of 💩

[@Squeak61]

My dad made his own car parts when needed. He was a rare breed. He also saved lives in the Navy as well when problems happened on a submarine. He was able to make a part and save all their lives. Never once did I hear this from his mouth. He didn't accept an award either. He self taught himself everything, because he didn't have a dad. He went in the Navy after graduating from high school when he was 16. His friend graduated at 14. So I agree with you 100% because I said the same thing when I watched that.

[@tikoy1955]

@@Squeak61 Your Dad must have been a "Machinist Mate (MM)".

[@Squeak61]

@@tikoy1955 he was electrician in the Navy.

[@Squeak61]

@@tikoy1955 He might have been that too, come to think of?

[@mhandler2000]

I had a '98 Tracker with the 1.6. and the AC went out. Some parts were hard to find while I had it. Parts alone to fix the AC went for$1,100. Too much. 😮

[@cheyenneshere07]

Could you completely replace the system? If not, maybe get a small pickem-up for around the home and put a camper on it so you can store things on the road.

[@randywilson6869]

I hope there is a couple more piles if you bought a full cord

[@brianvandy4002]

I was thinking that too. I was thinking he'd already burned half of it.

[@shelbywilson114]

Maybe he bought a face cord

[@HeresGoodTravel]

Can you and Diana rank the Show Low Mexican restaurants for us??! We need to know who has the best margs, chips and mexican out there!! Top 5 next video, let us know! 🌮 🌮

[@ratfinkron5793]

you pretty much can put an a/c on any car / truck The aftermarket industry is loaded with them that mechanic just didnt want to bother doing it thats sad.

[@davew5383]

My guess is that the vehicle that you are looking out for, is another tracker with working air conditioning🙂

[@DougSimpsonDDS]

They make spring loaded wheels for gates that have uneven terrain. 🤷‍♂️

[@Qildor88]

OMG I hate snakes, and when you were showing the snake my cat move so I jumped. The back of my pc screen is facing my couch, and I can barely see my cat on the sofa between my screen and gaming desk. God damn what a jumpscare. Don't give up on the cute car yet. There is nothing can't be fix.

[@2003bigsilverado1]

Never heard of an AC system that couldn't be fixed. If you can't get a part for it there's always a retrofit but that's not that old of a vehicle to worry about that

[@mikeemathis]

If you did want a wheel. They have them that have a spring on the shaft. Actis kinda like a shock and will compensate for the uneven ground.

[@kurtz260]

They make aftermarket a/c systems. They also make portable battery operated a/c systems now, think you reviewed one b4. Which conviently when you are camping you could throw it in your tent if it gets crazy hot

[@kurtz260]

Just looked on parts geek, looked like you can get an entire new a/c system for less than 300

[@DavidSmith-bt6qe]

Eric I believe that is a Bull Snake by the markings on the tail. If you google pictures of Bull Snakes and look at the bands on the tail I think you will agree. And yes he is harmless and a good one to have around if you don't want rats and mice eating your wiring and god knows what else.

[@Ferretlover64]

Happy to see you and Diana enjoying your lives together and making memories together She’s a cheeky lady and she suits you well!

[@henryzabel1746]

Eric , I own a 97’ Tracker and replaced the ac pump / clutch and drier and charged it myself for about $350 . If you have a bad line either a good ac person should be able to make one .

[@crossxcats]

you can get an aftermarket a/c if you decide to keep it sounds like a fun project to me

[@RedgieKeller]

Hey Eric, seems like a midsize truck would be great for taterland , and or a little flat bed trailer with sides to help around your property! Anyway good luck.

[@Lord_Seiborg]

I knew the trackers wouldn't last, dude just buy a Ford Ranger this time as the rumor is women love them so you might get more of the Hawk Tuah!

[@rvwithbob]

There are after market air conditioners that the put in street rods that will fit in your truck. If you both really like the Tracker at least look into that. It will solve your air conditioning problem

[@friskydingo5370]

Thanks!

[@rvninnorthcarolina3377]

Time for a channel name change :-) Nomadic not so much anymore, but that is okay...everyone makes lifestyle changes. If you still like the Traker maybe you can look at aftermarket A/C kits that a lot of the hot rod crowd uses?

[@brianvandy4002]

Spending a couple of months in one location doesn't qualify to stop being nomadic. He's just taking a break after a string of bad luck on the road.

[@KILLKING110]

So go through the expensive branding change at the risk of losing brand recognition resulting high income loss

[@shibalover54]

​@@KILLKING110 💯 👍🏻

[@thoerner2]

Are you kidding me? He’s been at his home base a month and travelled quite a few times. That’s ridiculous. Nomads need a home base and it’s tough traveling in the heat of summer.

[@bt4b4]

Get real , geez ! He is that life style, watch his videos. Don’t hate because he owns property .

[@nomadweathergirl7398]

Don't you think wearing the hat inside the restaurant is a bit much?

[@jonnorton9720]

I would bet a 10 year old would know enough to take their floppy hat off,when eating indoors,maybe with the light so dim you didn’t think anyone would see….

[@19Photographer76]

The picnic spot looked great, well, except for the water. It looked a little different...

[@jaseb3816]

I think Eric should get a Ford Ranger, simply because you can’t destroy them, still a pickup, and small enough to flat tow behind the Bigfoot

[@nomadicfanatic]

I've owned 3. Transmission went out within first 3 months on all three. Easy enough fix, but I do like Rangers. I don't need anything quite as big as Paul's F250, but something in between would be perfect.

[@tmapes1989]

@@nomadicfanatic I had a 2002 that I just sold to my daughter!!! Replaced the transmission once!!! Still on the road!!! Bought in 2007!!! Now I have a 2020 F-150!!! LOVE IT!!!

[@camplights4240]

Hi Eric If that is all of the wood and there is none anywhere else then you may have only received what the industry calls a "Face Cord". A "Full Cord" is 4' h x 4'w x 8' long when stacked.

[@campkayakadventures]

after reading the comment's I'd suggest finding a better shop.

[@texaslonestarrider]

Good luck on the sale

[@unkownuser8645]

Love your channel and adventures Eric. Keep up the good work my man

[@texasrocket6377]

Luv this video, go to frame at 8:35, the GF looks amazing, WOW. And 8:40 looks very good also. Best video in a LONG time!

[@PriscillaLivesHere]

Love these Diana episodes! After years of needing one, we finally but the bullet and bought an F150 this year. 10 years old, but does the trick, and we don’t know how we lived without it. Good luck with your car shopping!

[@classicscustomsandhotrodso600]

There is no aircon that can’t be fixed or replaced. Someone is spinning bullshit. Think yourself lucky it’s just over a month since rain. Here in Perth, Western Australia, we went from November to late May with no rain.

[@steviebboy69]

No rain at all in Perth, in all that time?, Here where I am in North Eastern Vic it had been very dry the past few months, most of the lawn looks dead. we have had just under 300MM so far this year most being the wet summer.

[@willieiso118]

there's tons of kits online, you can do a swap out at a pretty reasonable price... also as stated below get a good tech

[@janetfolkerts5827]

With all that needs to be done at Taterland I would think a truck would be on your 'To Buy List'... Yep, more good dirt and mulch at least 4 inches deep and LOTS of water will get your garden to survive. The picnic by the stream looked cool..ENJOY ! And thanks for sharing.

[@leesureleetrippin7079]

I'm so glad you're enjoying life!! 👍 Keep doing you...☺️

[@zoozannaodtamodtam]

I LOVE DIANNA'S SUNGLASSES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!

[@LynnManwarren-g9h]

Bet can be fixed and kept stock. Maybe a excuse to get rid of it. Prior to this it was already on Marketplace for sale or trade for a regular truck

[@charleneheiland8803]

Oh no,Grandma here is going to miss the cute little tracker !!!!Please tend Jax's memorial with the love and care you showed him.🐈‍⬛🥰

[@tinnaz1]

Maybe get a second opinion on the AC system? Someone should be able to get it done. All things mechanical can be repaired or replaced.

[@tinnaz1]

Professional AC repair service.

[@nomadicfanatic]

You mean a 6th opinion? lol.

[@tinnaz1]

@@nomadicfanatic 1800radiator

[@WApnj]

Regarding the Tracker... That's ridiculous.. anything can be fixed.

[@KimberlyMercer-c3s]

Give her the tracker and a nice pick up for u !!! 😊 love the way your place is coming together!!! 😊

[@nomadicfanatic]

I'd rather find her something better than the Tracker TBH

[@RCSUPREMACY]

Put a window shaker in that MF! You're on taterland bro..... TATERLAND! The window AC in a GEO is fitting

[@timothyruggles3031]

Thair is a aftermarket AC unit they can pull your's out and put the under dash ac in not perfect but it's AC It needs a big key on top

[@tammymcdowell9469]

Love this video! Love the picnic by the water. OMG, that is the things I love! Lover her dress and hat! Yall are so cute together!!! Tell her hi for me!

[@f.w.1318]

Your mechanic reminds me of my old mechanic if something took over 2 hours of trouble shooting, he would just give up, and come up with some ridiculous amount to repair.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Try 6 weeks...

[@KlipschHead281]

@@nomadicfanatic - Parts are available on Amazon of all places.

[@f.w.1318]

@@nomadicfanatic WHAT cmon man thats ridiculous, bro its a nice set of wheels, granted with your lifestyle you would probably benefit from a pickup truck, I don't know how far the nearest large metro area is from you, but I'm sure someone there could figure it out.

[@ejs6010]

You seem to be enjoying the company of Diana - nice video.

[@mikeforce5926]

Great video guys.

[@theregoespatty8233]

Eric, you're a winner, Diana looks like a very nice girl ❣

[@leskafel]

I am not going to trash talk your AC mechanic. I have a little newer version (Suzuki) that had an "almost unfixable" AC. I have a mechanic that I trust, and everything seemed okay except the voltage to the system was a little low. If that sounds like your situation, change out the relay. It was internally corroded. That relay was not marked as being for the AC on mine. So, you may need to look for the correct one to change. Good luck.

[@JohnS-vg3ch]

I happy that u 2 are a couple. its important to have someone in your life . just be more tolerant when things don't go the way u want. It seems u treat the women in life very good . I hope this works for you and her for the long run

[@wyatterpp2206]

All it takes is 💵

[@tbbaot]

Good luck finding a Tracker with working air. I'm sure there is one out there.

[@Karen-00004]

RAT SNAKES love to eat eggs out of hens nests, even crawling underneath the hen. If you decide to get chickens, if you keep the crows fed, the crows keep the chicken hawks run off. We havent had our snakes for several years, and I miss them.

[@jackie6582]

Having a picnic is so nice 👍

[@thomaskowalski7346]

You guys look great.

[@livetotravel7124]

That would scare the crap out of me no matter what!! Eeeeks😮

[@zoomafew]

She is a keeper Brother

[@johnnylightning1491]

Yep, I'm with the guy that says that any mechanic that tells you something can't be fixed really means he or she can't fix it. Air conditioning is simply mechanical components that can all be replaces somehow. That said by this time you've probably already sold the Tracker and bought something else. BTW I'm liking Diana better all of the time. Keep the good stuff coming buddy.

[@jublywubly]

3:55 We often have total fire bans in Australia, but stupid smokers think they're exempt. 😕

[@chadi7173]

A lot of the Trackers didn’t have AC to begin with, might be a reason it can’t be fixed.

[@mendyedson1825]

The snake was interesting. It was quite beautiful as snakes go,so I hope the kitties leave it alone. Margarita Mondays sounds like a great idea. Your property is coming along great. Take care of yourself, Tara and Opie.

[@thaitravels5871]

Not being able to have A/C is definitely a deal breaker…sorry about that cause I know how much you love the Tracker. Hugs to the kitties, missed them on this video.😻

[@JanesDough855]

Hope someday you setup a water catchment system. Rain is a rare thing in AZ.

[@nomadicfanatic]

If rain is so rare, then why bother with the expense of a rain water catchment system? lol. 1000 gallons delivered here is $65. It's easy and cheap.

[@JanesDough855]

@@nomadicfanatic You have a pretty good monsoon season. Water for the plants. I do it for the plants, but Wisconsin has more rain than AZ.

[@zzzz-hp7vg]

Air conditioning is super nice I live in Texas in a van with no AC this will be my 8th summer to do it it is no fun I am 68 and retired somehow I thought retirement would be better but like they say it is what it is

[@Grock66]

Stay cool drink lots of water 😅

[@edwardfast4525]

The a/c can be fixed in your tracker I fixed mine find another shop.

[@friskydingo5370]

I had a rat snake as a pet when i was a kid. They are tame and harmless to humans.

[@filomenaregan1537]

That tracker is nice, hard to believe you can’t put a new air conditioner in it. Glad your having fun Eric and Dianna

[@FINfinFINfinFINfin]

Add a new AC to the Tracker. Like a Vintage unit or similar.