Low on Gas, Next service 139 miles - Ep. 39 - Full Time RV Living

[@takayama1638]

That's the ticket Glynn! A beautiful sunset while dumping tanks! Love it. My F150 Ecoboost has the 36 gal. tank, sure yours does too. Love that! Ok, look forward to more...

[@Desertfox92308]

Just a guess but if it doesn't specifically say no overnight parking I would say you guys are good to go.

[@tx2sturgis]

I know this is out of date now, but yes, you can stay there overnight, I have many times. I guess you didnt stop at Cornudas, great hamburgers there. Little gift shop too. Owner's name is May....and did you go thru El Paso on I-10 or over TransMountain? Very scenic over the Franklin Mountains.

[@ourvadventure3222]

We really enjoy your channel. We are getting ready to start our adventure soon. We live in Las Cruces and wish we could have caught you on the way through to take you all to dinner. Hope to see you all down the road in the future.

[@Totally-trailer]

ouRV Adventure So excited for you and your new adventure! Keep us posted and thanks for watching!

[@montiraruba2831]

I had a gas/headwind/uphill situation also and I ended up following an Eighteen-wheeler and have it cut through the wind.

[@JUSLUKING]

thumbs up thanks for shar must have been on Old Hwy 90,,, before hitting 10W

[@OurPhilippineAdventure]

Hi Guys. Great video. It is ok to stay over night in rest stops like that in some places and not in Others. Just depends on where you are and if the cops want to be nice or not. Great job. Love your videos!!!

[@roydavis2242]

I don't like to let my tank get much below half if I can help it. (OK I'm OCD) I fill-up when we were headed on long stretches between fuel areas even if I was sure I have enough. Don't know if you're a members but Good Sam club life-members get a discount at Flying Js on gas, diesel, and dump station. I'm one but prefer Love's because I prefer bio-diesel.

[@gregscott75]

Overnight parking at rest stops varies by state. Most don't, New Mexico and Texas do, we're from Colorado which doesn't. A lot of rest stops post signs saying no overnight parking and list the maximum number of hours you can stay.

[@gabrielinch7011]

Love it!!

[@Totally-trailer]

Thank you!

[@LostOnLandAgain]

That's an ugly place to run out of gas. I'm glad you made it! I bet that picnic area is full at night.

[@ouranacondahome]

This is what the GoodSam Club says" The State of Texas allows parking for up to 24 hours at any of their Rest Areas, Parking Areas or Roadside Picnic Areas, unless there are posted signs to the contrary. blog.goodsam.com/overnight-parking-in-rest-areas-texas

[@Cptstokes]

I always take a 5 gallon gas can along, justin Incase

[@ralphfairbanks475]

L Stokes I've got 3 - 5 gallon jugs of diesel always

[@ralphfairbanks475]

L Stokes just once so far. Didn't run out bit I try not to go much below 1/4 tank.

[@ralphfairbanks475]

soaringtractor well if its 40 miles to the next station and you have 5 gallons to get you 35 miles. It's better to walk 5 miles than 40

[@ChristinaColoradoan]

I think you're good if it's not posted. They don't want people to drive tired 😊😊😊😊😊

[@nalafischer9163]

Christina Coloradoan in Utah they have signs that tell tired drivers to stop at rest stops

[@Ebacherville]

You went right by my property outside Dell City TX.. How'd the truck and trailer handle the Guadalupe pass? And yeah that run from Carlsbad to Elpaso is dry (as in no fuel stops), best bet for fuel is go into Dell City, they have a couple gas stations and a couple stores.

[@Totally-trailer]

Guadalupe Pass was easy but it was not very windy on the day we came though. I've heard some horror stories, the wind socks on the side of the road tell a story of some very windy days.

[@Ebacherville]

I have hauled 3 campers through that pass.. the other way up is harder.. But yeah the headwinds on the wrong day can make it a challenge.. One day we were following a big rig hauling a 52 foot propane tanker trailer and his breaks were smoking going down that last grade in the direction you went. There is a truck bypass but its a long ways around. Some say its just desert out their, but we love that area .. thus why we bought property out there.. Occasionally the slat flats are covered in water.. its is a very diverse area lots desert wildlife, we have seen everything from Antelope to desert turtles and only spend a few weeks a year out there.

[@Totally-trailer]

I agree with you Ebacherville that area is great, I was seriously considering staying the night at that rest area but because of the gas issue we decided to keep going. It's on my list to go back again ;)

[@Ebacherville]

Yeah I'm not sure on rules on those turn outs that are everywhere in TX.. but I can only assume if it doesn't say dont do it, its ok.. In TX they have garbage dumpsters all over on the side of roads that are for public use.. they would rather you use them than have the trash everywhere.. I assume the same goes for tired drivers... use the turn outs and be safe.. I have had my share of run ins with the TX state troopers, most are not unreasonable especially to non locals.. they are pretty friendly from my experience... even thought they have a reputation for being hard asses.. Also if your considering coming back through, Hueco Tanks is right on the path.. check it out.. You could do White sands, Hueco Tanks, and then Guadalupe Mountain park.. My folks have climbed to the top of Guadalupe Mountain (highest in TX) , its a day hike up and back down... We have been to Carlsbad caverns 3x now... never gets old, especially on a really hot warm day.. the natural AC is worth the price of admission.. Also the bat flights are cool at dusk.. they come all the way to our property by Dell City .. Anyways Happy Travels! Love the channel.

[@ritaminer9516]

we camped over night at one those spots also big trucks

[@WonderWhatsNext]

You guys okay? Have not seen a video for a bit so hope all is well.

[@genesnyder2985]

I've parked at those wide spots overnite in a truck

[@gregstravels1121]

I'm new to your channel and I really enjoy your videos.

[@Totally-trailer]

Welcome and thank you!

[@robinmccune3438]

Does anyone know what happened to this family? Stop full time rving?

[@teabroncfan]

Where are y'all...? Any new video's coming soon?

[@MsBarbara1104]

I like the music! Who is that?

[@csssevierco]

I love your rig! What is the average MPG with the setup, on average?

[@Totally-trailer]

We get about 12-14 MPG while towing. Keep an eye on your air filter we noticed a 2-3 MPG jump with a new air filter.

[@csssevierco]

Thank you. We hope to have very similar set up. Love large tanks and solar because we love the off grid experiences. We will keep up with you Freedom living.

[@Ebacherville]

do you have the turbo v6 ecoboost? that is diesel towing MPG.. impressive.. Whats your trailer weigh loaded?

[@rodolfoguerrero8943]

Is your ford v8 or eco boost?

[@joeruiz3905]

They charge now to dump at Flying J? I used to dump at that same Anthony Flying J for free. about 8 yrs ago thou lol

[@ralphfairbanks475]

You guys don't carry a 5 gallon can in the back ?

[@gvc56100]

I thought the same......maybe they don't want the gasoline smell trapped in the back with whatever they have stored...

[@Totally-trailer]

Guy Mooglie is exactly right, we try to plan our gas usage with great detail but this day caught us off guard. Mostly because of the lack of cell service in the area.

[@garycampbell8663]

I would stay.

[@dalepopsrobins7781]

yes, your allowed to sleep overnight

[@ritaminer9516]

are yall ok

[@Totally-trailer]

Yes, we are doing great...thanks for asking :)

[@dragononebig]

most no but people do any way

[@ilikequiet6474]

Driving music.