FIXED My Slide ~ On To Solar!

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My name is Eric and I travel with my cats, “Tara” & “Opie” in a 24ft 2002 Ford Bigfoot Class C and tow either a 2014 Smart Car named “Tater Tot” or my 2012 Harley Softail Slim named “Black Betty” in a 6x10 trailer. We travel about 35 miles a day chasing 70 degrees year-round since 2010.
Here is my gear & some popular questions answered:
Gear: (UPDATED 2023)
*Main Camera: Sony A7 IV With 20mm 1.8F Lens
*Stealth Camera: GoPro 10 With Mod Box, and Volta Grip
*Backup Camera: Sony ZV-1
*Vlog Lens: 12-60mm Kit lens
*Stabilizer: Zhiyun Crane 2 (For B-Roll)
*Audio: (On Camera) Rode VideoMic Pro+ With Rycote VMP+ Deadcat
*GoPro 9 Black for water/action shots, rainy days & Timewarps, Timelapses, & Starlapses
*GoPro Hero 7 Black with Purple Panda Lavalier Lapel mic for Driving Narration
*GoPro Hero 8 Black for driving shots out the front window.
Time Lapses: 2 second intervals. Sped up 1200x, cropped 4K down to 1080 for panning
Night Lapses: Manual settings: 800 ISO, 30 second Shutter, 3000K WB, Protune On
Slow Motion: Shot 1080p 240fps. Reduced to 8% in Post Production
Additional Audio: Sony ICD-PX333
Editing Laptop: 2019 16” MacBook Pro 2.4GHz 8-Core i9 ~ 64GB Ram ~ 2TB SSD
Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Editing Encoder: Adobe Encoder - Presets: MP4 VBR H.264 16mbps
Aerial Drone Shots: DJI Mavic2 Shot in 2.7K Downscaled to 1080p
RV MPG: 7-8mpg depending on generator use.
Solar: 1280 Watts (320x4) Rec N-Peak Monocrystalline 120 cell panels on roof.
Charge Controller: Victron MPPT 150/85-TR
Inverter/Charger: Victron 3000 watt MultiPlus
Batteries: Battle Born Lithium 100ah x 5 = 500 amp hours.
Mobile Wifi: Starlink Roam
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Tara is a Tabby Mix born May 10th 2020
Opie is a Turkish Van born August 6th, 2021
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[@1950sAmericanFather]

Good to see Wayne, been a while since he's uploaded! Hope he's doing well!

[@Glenn_AE6YT]

Eric: Do not, repeat DO NOT, put epoxy on anything that's gonna be in the sunshine. It will "chalk". Use multiple coats of a polyurethane-acrylic clear coat. A pint should be enough for that sign. It will look like new for years. Take care.

[@shannonlawson2219]

That custom wood sign was cool with the trees and mountain. Here's an idea for the tires...take a couple of rubber tires from an old RC truck, cut a slit in the top of each and slide them over the wood sign for a 3D effect! Your new vest looks awesome...glad things are going well 😊

[@ronaldroper1973]

It's great to see Wayne, looking forward to watching you guy transform your Big foot.

[@pambaker3046]

I bought 2 signs from the same place, and I was there when you were picking yours up, getting mine. He wrote down what to protect them with on the back of my bill. I will send you what he recommended

[@jerryhack5192]

So good to see Wayne again! I know he has had a tough couple of years. Praying for him.

[@Robert-uq5ew]

Definitely should have got the "She-shed" sign🤣😂

[@ML-uk6lu]

Wow. The nomad community is amazing. Glad to see you're in good hands with Wayne. Can't wait for the travel adventure.

[@virginialemm864]

Remember, you can go into Blythe, CA (ugh!) which is only 28 miles or so away. Pretty big town, actually. Good luck on the solar…we are getting our’s done, too!

[@enjoylife7030]

Glad to see Wayne looking good and out of his cast. I do follow him but he doesn't post very often.

[@danielkpulkrabek6735]

I prayed that Jax's spirit would enter these cats..and the more I observe Tara fetching the bottle cap and Ope plopping down with affection and all the subtly and nuance of Jax....Jax is Alive and Well.

[@michelle_chevellemmm1581]

Love that sign! Get some Clear wood varnish from Home Depot. I made a last name sign years ago. My dad was so proud. 😊

[@KarenlisaHetherington]

Love your wood sign Eric, so happy for you. Bigfoot is coming together beautifully, couldn't happen to a nicer, more deserving guy.👍🏼

[@jjohnson4014]

Hey Eric, keep an eye on the tracks of your slide-out. If the tracks are galvanized and the cogs are aluminum, you could get a reaction from dissimilar materials, and corrode. Enjoy your videos. keep up the good work.

[@mikeforce5926]

Great info to know.

[@evajacobson4571]

So nice to see you happy. Beautiful woodworking on your new sign. Enjoy every moment !!

[@sky02148]

Wow on this video, the slides working, the wood sign, and last but not least the Nomadic Fanatic-themed travel vest. Love them all, not to mention the solar I can't wait to see what that looks like, actually can't wait to see what other upgrades you have coming, including the roof. Thanks for sharing. Love yah Nancy

[@Larry-rz4ed]

Wayne Rockin the Pantera shirt 👍😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@carolnoll5674]

Always have the kitties in view or confined when operating the slide especially if they tend to hide like Tara. Found my cat underneath the slide when it was in.

[@julienielsen3746]

I was even looking at the black slot on the right side, inside. Narrow, but I hope a cat can't get in there. I've had a cat be able to slide through a few inches wide slot before. Even at the top of the slide. I'd be inspecting for any spaces up there.

[@carolnoll5674]

My cat likes it up there!

[@julienielsen3746]

@SpiritLove722 I would never want to have one with cats. I had a cat that had an operation on a large leg bite. So, I had put him in a cage at night to protect him. I thought. In the morning he was on the outside of the cage. Only a two inch space at the tope where he must have squeezed through with his hurt leg. He made it through ok though.

[@desertschooner769]

Eric keep this in mind in the future, I think possibly the new gears may be problematic in the future if you are not careful. I think those composite gears are meant to be sacrificial to save the main tracks and slide components n case of a severe binding situation, Hope I am wrong and wishing the best for a long trouble free experience.....🙂

[@MrKrissy1]

I agree

[@mendyedson1825]

I love your vest though not as much as Opie. That was really funny. He didn't want to help you at all. Maybe he wants a kitty size leather Harley vest with kitty patches. Not sure about Tara. Quartzsite appears to be closing up for the year. Good luck on all your projects. Take care of yourself, Tara and Opie.

[@jo100]

I am Glad that You’re Slides are Working Again Eric 🙂👍

[@sethatl]

NICE! Good luck on the solar install. Glad you are doing well and focused on the future!

[@egarant57]

Always better to operate the slide with the vehicle running, much easier on the batteries and operates quicker and smoother

[@danrandall794]

Curious why that would be? Doesn't the slide run off house batteries? Maybe the converter is charging the house batteries with engine started. Just curious as I don't know how that system works.

[@donnadory7482]

🇺🇸🕊️ 👍 We, we're told it's better, to start your engine before putting slide out /and putting slide back in. 👍 It's easier on your battery's while engine is running. Just some interesting information.💫 Have a beautiful bless Day. 🇺🇸🕊️ Great veido Eric.🥰 Nice to see RV prepper Wayne. Thank-you 👍 for sharing. Please give sweet fur baby girl Tara, and sweet fur baby boy Opie lot's of hug's and Kisses XOXOXO 🍃🇺🇸🕊️🌎🕊️🍃

[@roberthudlow8327]

FYI Be sure you know where both cats are before you move the slides. My cat MIMI liked to hide in the open space in and under them. I almost crushed her once. Terra is a twin to my cat. She passed last spring. Miss her still. But terra makes me smile when she climbs up on you lap and gives that I love you look. Travel on safe.

[@orangecrocks]

Eric happy for you, given all the challenges you've had over the last few weeks, glad those cogs finally came. enjoy

[@markattardo]

Nice to see things improving along with your spirit!

[@romeojames89]

I wanted to see the washing video 😀😃

[@proudtexan5513]

So happy for you, Eric!, That slideout REALLY opens up your living space!!!

[@nevadawarren6173]

Eric, just had a scary thought. The way Tara likes to hide in small places. I hope you always know where she is when you open enclosure slide. I would hate to think if she was ever hiding somewhere under the slide when you put it in operation. That would be devastating. Glad you got it fixed.

[@skpjoecoursegold366]

a Jax patch to make it puuuurrrrrfect.

[@martinranger7648]

Sure you don’t need a WINE SIGN😂

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hey Eric Way to go on the slide out that is Awesome and on the Big Tent thing I've never been to anything like that But one day may be and to see RV PREPER Wayne is always a treat hope and pray you have everything done soon

[@StMaartenIslandBoy]

Looking forward to Wayne's work to begin..

[@rongarrett1366]

Eric♥♥♥♥♥🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻 Tara and Opie ♥♥♥♥♥, treats and tummy rubs.

[@tomrut3653]

Wayne is the man.

[@Thr33timez]

Those eggs and bacon might be the only appetizing thing I’ve seen you cook. They look delicious

[@mikeforce5926]

Glad you got one less worry Eric.Paul is a great guy.

[@charleneheiland8803]

A Jax halo patch ,YES 😇🐈‍⬛

[@lynnetaylor4549]

Awesome video,,

[@chellierich8682]

So glad thing are coming together for you. ❤🐈❤🐈‍⬛

[@wande.RV.iew1]

**Quick Slide Tip for you. Dust the gasket with baby powder or talcum powder occasionally. It helps reduce friction. Talking about the gasket around the slide. Don't know why RV dealerships don't tell us this

[@cheryleber5855]

Looking forward to seeing/watching all the upgrades Eric. Always learn something by watching your channel. Always an adventure. Thanks for sharing.

[@louparry7721]

Hi Eric, I'm happy to see Dianna back. i was worried about her. Hugs, Louise

[@heavencantwait1218]

Paul I hope your got rewarded for your work ..👍🏼

[@joycedysart3610]

Glad your slide is fixed...nice to see Wayne again...hope he is doing well

[@McLacBlack]

That scene stealer, Opie! Omg our family just loves him! Good video, Eric!

[@tbbaot]

Great the slide is fixed. Also glad to see Wayne we missed him

[@johnacord5664]

maybe he better order two extras.

[@Larry-rz4ed]

I miss Jax so much anytime I hear his Name, I cry😭😭😭

[@johnacord5664]

Half expected You to say to Opie, "That is not a cat bed." Glad you got the slide out fixed. I bought a Schwinn cruiser from a friend for $50 I loaned to him and his wife. He partially restored that bike and could not sell it. I told him I always wanted a Schwinn and told him to keep the $50. I had to settle for one made in China, Damned if it is a Schwinn. You can't go any better.

[@Kelbel30]

Omg I can't stop looking at all that counter space in the kitchen. So much!

[@Cdubois0573]

love your sign

[@CannyBlether-dz6hj]

Happy for you getting your slide working, your new sign is awesome, nice new vest - looks good on you! Love the kitties 😊😊😊

[@CloCloLittleOne]

Happy Happy for you three🎉. 🐈‍⬛🌵😸🍺🧵🪡🏍️

[@Hummingbirdranch]

Paul is a great guy

[@RVingwithG]

2,000 watts of solar??? 😮👍🤞

[@rosemarypatterson282]

Hi Eric, I wave to you as i pass Q as i went to Calif and wave again and to all the nomands as i was coming back from Calif and back to AZ . I,m happy to hear things is going very well for you ,Those kitties of your are so adorable it so easy to love them.

[@bigjim6755]

Go to home depot and get a can of min wax polyurethane golss or semi gloss to protect your wood sign

[@patlandy21]

Eric, How about a link or at least some info on who made the aluminum gear for the slide out.... Others might benefit from your experience!!

[@Donnasuemcguire]

Nice to see that everything always comes together for you! I’m happy for you and the kitties!

[@johnhowell5969]

Glad to hear Diane hopefully all is well with her

[@justlucky13]

Very cool sign perfect Good to see Wayne Peace

[@floridabb]

Nice!

[@catherinegreene8091]

Love your vest and how you never forget Jax. You have a lot of stuff, but you're so organized and neat! 🎉

[@ejs6010]

The slide works great. Just watch that the kitties do not get trapped as the slide moves in / out. Do you have a link tothe osurce fo the gears?

[@susanstrickland6774]

Very cool on the slide, looks great, definitely adds some space. Lol, Opie; tricker. That sign is really neat, need to polyurethane it before it rains again.Onw day at a time on the updates. 🙂👍

[@barbarasorrells3242]

Lots of rain hitting SoCal this week. It will be in AZ soon

[@johnhowell5969]

Love the wooden sign Eric

[@1954shadow]

The guy that you bought the knife from, I love that mini Damascus steel knife. Does he have a website?

[@Jennie-y5m4v]

AWW HAPPY FOR ERIC 🤗👍✌️

[@jamesgoddard871]

Slides can be a pain. a complete rebuild is about the only cure because manufactures do it as cheap as they can rather than putting a few extra bucks for a good reputation of reliability

[@captainimij]

Bigfoot Brandy is ready to spread her wings.

[@mr.c.2888]

Nice work! Happy it worked out for you Eric.

[@karincorbin2355]

Clear epoxy is not UV resistant. Use an outdoor rated polyurethane either oil based or water based. The oil will have the most shine. But for reading the sign semigloss is better as it reduces sun glare when viewing the sign.

[@rbsamar]

I am so happy for u.

[@EdAholt-u5w]

Eric remember where your cats are when extending your slide. they like to hid in those dark spots.

[@blairM363]

Great video, awesome find with the costume sign.

[@kathyreese8281]

OMG!! I live near Starved Rock State Park!!

[@brflat549]

good to see Wayne again!

[@patriciacoxson3180]

Good afternoon Eric Tara and Opie. Your RV is looking good 👍 😊 nice that you have good friends helping you with your RV 😊😊.. thats a good Wood Sign 😊to put on your wall in your RV 😊. Happy to see everything going your way 😊 couldn't stop laughing at Opie laying on your vest 😄 .Give Tara and Opie a hug 😄 stay safe out there on the roads Take care God bless you guys continue prayers.. 😊 Your friends Gerry and Pat from Amarillo Texas. 🍺🍺🏈🏈😻😻

[@rjr-yp9uj]

Eric, Eric, Eric whats the deal with all the wires surrouning the TV? You have had multple RVs. There has to be a way to hide all the wires.

[@Nothing51337]

Rv preper Wayne looks great have been following him since your early Florida videos. Good guy

[@texaslonestarrider]

Great Projects!

[@timaz1066]

The drumsticks looked yummy Eric. I agree I cook a lot of them myself.

[@ceeceety2320]

Your excitement shows! That's awesome to see! I remember those Presidential Fitness Award patches from grade school in the 70s. That campfire ssuremade me wish I was there and not in Illinois! Brrr!

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good vid thanks lee

[@marshalljoseph2604]

Good stuff see ya on the next one

[@DallasD_]

🟠Love the wooden NF Plaque! could maybe nail rubber toy-truck tires to to the sign to complete it. Might look pretty cool instead of just the bumps 🙂

[@donnastucky5576]

Great video, Opie is just hilarious! Sure miss Quartzsite, thanks for the look around. Brings back so many memories.

[@Wes1487]

Like the Pantera shirt....🤟💀🤟

[@belindasalinas]

I am very happy for you Eric. You are so lucky to have good friends like Paul who know how to fix things. Enjoy your time there.

[@darrellbrixey5341]

Awesome content

[@FOLLOWJESUS-fg8hs]

Good Afternoon Eric and kitties!!! Angel and I send lots love and hugs!!!! And enjoyed your video!! Opie so cute!! Yea he wanted his ytube !! Haha That patch of Jax will be so precious!! Please get that Angel on the vest!! Cause he sure is watching over you!! Cool wood sign!! Yall have a Awesome day my friend!! All coming ng together perfectly for you!! ❤❤❤😊😊 Angela & Angel U2 NC❤❤😊😊

[@NinetyOneAdventures]

Cool sign!

[@deborahfont8697]

Its good you are sealing things up, do put more caulk around the awning brackets behind the cloth and inside the cavity inside the rv. It will loosen when you travel, it will leak, I know. I dislike the awning cut into the side wall. Pain in the arse.

[@mkvampire88]

I am glad you use the same BBQ sauce that I do. 👍😊 very nice wood sign. As a collector, we see things we want, but think about it before impulse buying, and if we really have to have it. Wish I could send you the Mickey Mouse stuff I have that you might like? Take care❤❤❤

[@justsomeguy6474]

RV Prepper Wayne....the man, the myth, the legend!

[@claudiacruse6488]

Please find out where the kitties are before you open or close the slide. They could be hidden out of sight next to the slide, and...uh oh. Just be careful.

[@daveholte7658]

With all the RVs you have owned and completed projects on. Do you ever toss around the idea of “ I Can Do That” and take on the mission yourself? For a sense of accomplishment? Always something to do on RVs it seems

[@johnhowell5969]

Luv ya Wayne totally agree with you about Texas roads was there last spring

[@EverythingRVbyPat]

Does Paul have a business of just helps his friends? I'm always looking for good RV repair places in areas where we travel and the Phoenix area seems to be a hub for me. If you wouldn't mind sharing the link if one exists I would be appreciative. Thanks, Pat