PLAY | Jayco Camper Trailer Set-Up and Pack Down - Our Ultimate how to Guide with Tips & Tricks!

[@Juicetyn]

Legend says this man is still smiling.

[@walterashley149]

Looking up anything and everything for an old Jayco that I've inherited that is in some need of repair. Being handicapped, mostly numb from torso to knees and in a wheelchair, but still able to transfer around quite well, all of these tips were fantastic! Still wanting to continue camping, but having these bits of knowledge to make things easier is priceless! Thank you!

[@clarenceplug5530]

Great Video! Really appreciate your positive demeanour and the effort you have put in to make my and so many others lives so much easier!

[@charmainesouth6807]

This video is so great!! Thankyou for showing me how to set up the Jayco. I'll be referring to this video often till I can do it by myself :)

[@freddygerloff128]

Mate! This video is brilliant! So well put together and the step by step is excellent. Gold

[@yvonneamos9677]

So many invaluable tips. Thanks for sharing your extensive knowledge and experience.

[@wepopcreative]

Yeah these are great man.. you are the only creator that’s modding same year model Jayco, so handy 😊

[@taralorraine9814]

Wow thank you mate!! Now I know how to use my camper 😆😆🌻

[@sanyosaysyes]

As a new Swan owner, this channel is very inspiring. If you could do a video showing how you made the PVC pole storage system (and how you attached it) that would be awesome. thanks

[@STEVENBUBALO-l5s]

Thanks for the video. Hired a Swan through Camplify for the first time and although it had an instruction manual I wouldn't have got thru the set-up/pack down process without reviewing your video step-by-step. Good work mate 👍

[@riccicnc2523]

Absolute legend and extremely helpful!

[@MikeColeman-kv6fp]

I have just purchased a 2016 Jayco Hawk Outback, it's my first caravan camper and I'm finding these KZbin videos very help. Looking forward to following for more helpful hints.

[@jojoauz]

You guys made us laugh! Very helpful tips you’re a superstar!

[@marklucas2591]

Wow what an incredible amount of effort to put up one of these trailers. I'm spoiled, I'm in a motorhome.

[@louisecarroll5575]

Great video! Thank you for explaining each step you took throughout the video.

[@WorkLivePlay]

Thanks Louise, glad it helped you out. I have quite a few more to get out as we start to get into maintenance and common issues etc.

[@Australianzwayne]

Really well done and informative mate. I don’t even have one but to looking at buying so this is really valuable.

[@Degenhardt450]

As someone about or order a Jayco Camper Trailer, I found this video extremely informative. Thanks mate for making it.

[@StephenMatulick]

Great Video. Recommend this to all newbies to the Jayco Swan Camper.

[@nevillewilkins3388]

Brilliant and inspiring video with fantastic tips and well presented , I will be using some of you ideas on my swan outback . Thanks for taking the time and effort making this awesome video . You should sell you ideas and demos to Jayco . Your demo is simply the best to date , please keep them coming . Thanks Mate

[@WorkLivePlay]

No problem at all, it's something I started for a bit of fun but I quite enjoy doing these. We just happen to live down the road from a Jayco dealer and a few discussions are happening here and there. Stay tuned 😉👍

[@jofoster2144]

Thank you for making this much appreciated.

[@battlinglefty9301]

Liked this a lot - wished we had the FIamma on our Swan Outback - will see how we go.

[@Radster2006]

Have not picked up my van yet but feel pretty prepared thanks to this top video. Many thanks.

[@lilycardona]

Thank you. Loved it, instructions very clear, inspired me to get one and travel around Australia 👍

[@dianethompson8260]

Hi, We’ve found. Your videos very good. As couple in our 70s. We. Needed help with the beds. We’ve. Found. A fantastic solution. A cupboard jack 😮

[@TeamStents]

Hi Vaughn We love taking the Jayco Hawk around New Zealand and love your vids. Very informative!! Would love to see how you made up the pole carriers if you ever made a vid of making those.

[@a-j731]

Great video, looking at this style of caravan, but after watching, it seems like a lot of work, plus setup in bad weather, would be a pain, beds wet, and dealing with wet canvas, too much work 😂🤙🤙

[@paultaylor3856]

Excellent video thanks, I’m looking at buying one of these. Subsequently I’ve subscribed.

[@WorkLivePlay]

Thanks for the sub!

[@Ren-qp5dt]

Great educational video , we have an eagle ob and I have learnt so much from this tutorial, we very much appreciate the time it has taken you to do this video , thanks heaps from Wagga Wagga

[@WorkLivePlay]

Hi Ren, glad you enjoyed it. Cheers, Vaughan

[@Bonniekain]

Thank you this is the best vid of its kind

[@WorkLivePlay]

Hi Milly, thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it and gained a few tip and tricks.

[@claudepicinali2480]

Great work. love your enthusiasm

[@rt-ks2bh]

brillant vid my friend ,,,enjoyed your vid very much,,,,thankyou

[@johnjasiewicz7390]

Thank you, very helpful.

[@twiby57]

Great video as a new owner I really appreciate your advice, thank you

[@WorkLivePlay]

No problem at all Phil, I hope it comes in handy.

[@amandastreet5118]

Thank you! Great video for a new Swan owner.

[@jodyclarkson6689]

Thanks for the video. My children and I are off for our maiden voyage tomorrow:)

[@WorkLivePlay]

No problem at all, I trust it will help and enjoy the trip. Its fantastic the first night you spend in the van away.

[@troutchaser7424]

Great vid and will be checking your other vids. Whats the advantage of the bed fly's ?

[@pinging_snail]

Awesome vid

[@celticoy]

Thank you for your work in putting this together it will be such a great help when i pick up my 2008 swan next week .Do you need to have towing mirrors n the PAJERO ? mine a bit older 2000nm but same width if you need mirror what type do you recommend thank you so much I will be viewing all your videos to learn everything I can about this new and exciting adventure .

[@diannefarrell7715]

I know this was recorded a while ago, ut thus is one of the best set up & pack down videos I've watched... even better than the 'hand over' video from the dealer... I've a question, when I put the top up... it takes a few resolutions before it grabs and the roof moves, is that normal?

[@Towgirl62]

Thank you

[@brantwinter]

Keen to see the video on the pipe pole carriers. Assume they are 100mm and using the caravnmods clamps. How long is each one?

[@deanowilliams47]

Thanks!

[@PeninsulaDroneography2024]

Another great video with lots of great tips and information. Whilst I don't own a Swan, I do own a Lark and being here in Vic am yet to get out on our first trip but videos such as this are very useful. Thanks again.

[@WorkLivePlay]

No problem at all. It will be great when we can all get out and about again.

[@rohanmccloskey4347]

Great video. Thank you! Do you know if you can purchase side panels for the Fiamma awning?

[@BugbugAdventures]

i thought the stabliser legs were supposed to be extended on a 45 degree angle instead of straight

[@steveelsbury7972]

Great video Vaughn!!

[@WorkLivePlay]

Glad you enjoyed it Steve, I have been meaning to do for a while so hopefully it helps a few out.

[@steveelsbury7972]

There is quite a lot of stuff to remember and better ways to do things. You video provides a great step by step guide with time saving tips and will get the wife to watch. Thanks again and also thanks for the fridge and fan videos. I'm ordering the fan kit. Cheers Steve

[@steveelsbury7972]

Hi Vaughan A video on the Pole Carriers would be great. Thanks Steve

[@joshuaferguson191]

Very helpful vid mate 👍 👌

[@WorkLivePlay]

No problem at all, I hope a few pointers come in handy.

[@kreiny]

Hi. Great video for those of us having just pick up our lark. Can I ask where you got the fold out handrail next to the door?? Thanks

[@susanboyle9446]

Question please. I travel on my own. Do you use the bed flys every time you camp? They look like a job that needs to be done with two people

[@christaylor5856]

i worry about doing the bed end supports underneath, like how much the slide rails can move when you lift it up with your shoudler to slide the support poles in, the slide rails only seem to be attached to the van by a handfull of screws

[@dgkiwi1]

Great video, thank you. We’re receiving our Lark in a few weeks with the bed flies, and bag awning. I found this video very helpful, as I’m sure a lot of the tips would apply to the Lark as well. Cheers.

[@WorkLivePlay]

Enjoy the Lark - they are becoming increasingly popular. You need to be a bit savvy with storage but anything that lets you get out and about is a winner.

[@bradsfishing4614]

When should you use the bed flys? Are they only needed for wet weather? Overnight stays with heavy dew would that cause issues?

[@Sparkie-S23]

Nice video thanks very informative. I noticed you do not have a gas bottle mounted anywhere on your van, where do you store it and how is connected to your van? thanks, as mine is on the draw bar.

[@quintinphillips]

i'e dicovered tha leaving the chains lose on the ground will make sure you remember to attach them to the car when leaving.

[@adrianskipper-i8o]

This is the same process for the swift outback . However, as a senior in extreme high heat situations in NT I’m focused on a rapid setup to avoid major heat issues.I don’t use the bed flys- too many poles!- what benefits does it provide? Don’t use the awning often either unless I’m camped for more than a night . Planning on using my van for the big lap but wondering if a rooftop tent is going to be an easier option with multiple setup and takedowns . Already had problems with the windup mechanism which is an area of concern for a lap too.

[@WorkLivePlay]

You don't have to use the flys. It's a setup video so I included as it's a part of the camper that a lot use. We actually use ours quite a lot due to camping in the rain quite a bit. They do cool the bed ends down by providing an air gap in the heat as well. However if you are setting up and packing down daily you would try to keep it simple and not use them. Regarding the rooftop tent option. I've been testing one out and while I was concerned with having more exposed canvas I absolutely love it. It's Soo quick and simple - perfect for daily setups when travelling. I would certainly look into it. Combined with a 270 degree awning and you would have a very quick, useful combo.

[@adrianskipper-i8o]

@@WorkLivePlay thanks for your advice . The comfort the swift provides and fridge etc is great for long weekends away or a week somewhere.I tried the roof top for a night and is very quick and easy . I guess In the end it’s horses for courses. With time at a premium these days need to be spending more time camping and having fun and less time with setup.

[@moniquepresland5880]

I love your videos and have gotten some good tips however I don’t see any clips on how to do maintenance on ur swan? Did u ever lube ur cables on lift mechanism? If so, what would u recommend?

[@mattt83]

Can you carry a tinnie ontop of these style campers?

[@daronthompson5959]

Enjoy watching you caravan videos even though i have a pop top and not a camper ,i have also fitted both the external and internal Klevacool fans on my Jayco Freedom but due to lock-down i also have not been able to test them out. looking forward to see how you do yours when you do a install video. cheers

[@WorkLivePlay]

Glad you enjoy them Daron. We are biting at the bit to get back out and about. I can't wait to do some videos that are not in out backyard! Love the Klevacool fans - I am doing just the external for now and will monitor over summer.

[@LouLou-hk6dh]

Thank you for a wonderful video!! Thoroughly enjoyed. 😊 Not only are you incredibly informative, but your delivery of the information in an effervescent, warm and engaging manner is fantastic - very uplifting, made me feel good and kept my attention whilst learning! 👌 Cheers. Louis Clune P.S. Did you end up making a video on the PVC storage tubes on the drawbar? Looks fairly straightforward, though I know one of your videos would cover all ins and outs including precisely which parts are needed.

[@WorkLivePlay]

Hi Lou Lou. Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for reminding me regarding the PVC tubes. I haven't made a video as I was hoping to have bought a project van by now or I was going to do on the Coromal we had for a few months. I am now looking for a Swan, Eagle or Hawk to renovate but its extremely hard to find one at a reasonable price!

[@LouLou-hk6dh]

@@WorkLivePlay Not a problem mate. Can totally understand re the prices of JAYCO camper trailers being at an (un)reasonable price - been watching the market myself and am in the same boat! Hahaha Will keep an eye on your vids in the future anyways - great value! Cheers. Louis & Ewa.

[@troutchaser7424]

Iam going to ask a silly question! Get you set up and use with only one bed(end) set up ?

[@leahmckay4853]

Hi! Great video. Excellent tips. I would love to know if you think a 15cm depth foam mattress would be too high to comfortably latch the roof?

[@charlie.aka.gillette]

The bed support poles should go into place before going indside the van. They stablise the beds. The hockey stick is much easier to put into place if you have put the bed supports in place first. The beds are on a slight downslope, which pulls the canvas tighter making it harder to get the hockey stick in place. Also do not pull the canvas all the way under the bed, again makes it easier to get the hockey stick in place. I don't use the fly mod and can put the fly in place with the roof in the lowest position and I don't need a step ladder or someone to assist. There is also no trouble with the fly blowing off as the guy ropes hold it down. Just a note the support legs are not designed to take the weight of the van for leveling purposes they are just to keep it stable. It is much easier to get it level before setting upIt just means you take a bit of time to make sure that the level on the drawbar level has been attached to it matches with the floor of the van.

[@WorkLivePlay]

Some great information in your response. Totally agree regarding the stablisers hence I noted our levelling sequence. They are not desgned to take the full load of the van. The hockey stick solution we presented I was skeptical on at first when it was first suggested by a few years ago but have been using for a while now. Logically it shouldn't make it easier but it does appear to do that. The bed fly I kept separate as some people like, some don't. We personally love it as it keeps the setup compact with no ropes and pegs which was the intention swapping over from a soft floor but that's just us. I must admit it's a very popular modification.

[@charlie.aka.gillette]

@@WorkLivePlay I have always used the method shown by our dealer, which was to put the bed suports in, hook the canvas over each corner, but do not pull it all the way down, this leaves the canvas in place, but quite slack, this make putting the hockey stick in place easy as the tight spot is where the support hoop over centres. You then go back outside and pull the canvas into place and velcro. Great video though.

[@hetheringtonfamily8798]

My old camper doesn’t have the green lead rope to let me know how far to wind it up. I would like to put one on. How would you suggest I do that please. She is a 1984 finch

[@peterstoll8366]

Can you please tell me where you got your bike rack from?

[@Michael-g6j8o]

Hey mate where did you get your canvas clothes bags from?

[@garrygordon3350]

Hi mate, love all your videos. We have a Jayco Eagle camper. Can I ask you two questions please - Can I connect a portable solar panel to the battery through the cigarette lighter plug on the outside of the van on the kitchen side close to thr front of the camper? Do you have an anti flap kit for your Fiamma awning if so which brand did you buy. Thanks Garry

[@timchant6902]

Great video. You have fully inspired me not to buy one of these. It looks worse than doing a full setup of a tent. I think I will just go for a pop top caravan.

[@Dags470]

Yep. I was really keen until I watched this. Looks unnecessarily complicated for a simple outcome. 🤣

[@BIGDIMSIM]

Hey mate what size PVC pipe do you have? I like how at at least one slipps under the van.

[@steveread483]

We just acquired our 1st Swan OB 2012 Model... thanks heaps for your video!...very informative.. I have a 2016 NX Pajero and I noticed you have a similar model.. how do you open the rear door once your van is hitched on?.. any suggestions pleade so that I don't have to replace the hitch .. Look forward to watching the other mods on the Jayco.. Stay Safe..Regards Steve n Sandra

[@WorkLivePlay]

Very late response sorry. Just catching up after being away. With the Pajero's there is a wheel lift kit you by which raises the spare wheel up. Its a genuine accessory or there are many versions available on ebay that do the same for around $60 It makes a big difference as its frustrating not being able to open the door. This is the genuine kit www.australianonlinecarparts.com.au/blog/mitsubishi-pajero-spare-wheel-lift-kit/

[@Hawkers289]

Really informative video. As a new Jayco lark owner & in Melbourne I’ve hardly had an opportunity to use my new camper, ( even though I’ve own it for 10 months!) The tips on the flys is awesome. I reallly struggled putting up & then rolling away tight enough to get into bag & zip up!! 😫 The stabilising legs, should they be straight when van set up? My were on an angle & van was move around if you walked heavily inside! I will be watching all you videos, thanks again. Naomi

[@WorkLivePlay]

With the bed flies its important to also try and roll up as straight as you can. With the legs they should be straight up and down however if you are on a tricky site you can put on an angle if need be. As per Charlie's response here its important not to use these to take the load off the wheels - they are intended to simply stablise the van.

[@ninjadragonblade]

Me personally i got some 3"x8"x1ft blocks of hardwood. In my opinion the legs wind down too far to be stable to the packing really helps reduce the flexability in the legs. :)

[@benwalker3712]

Depends which you have, the std ones are on an angle, and not very good, the ones here are a heavy duty, and very good. Best to use a 4x4 square piece of wood underneath even if using these ones.

[@toddlls2986]

Thanks mate< great advice

[@navronq]

Great video, thanks. What is the size/diameter of the plastic pipe for the poles at the front of the van?

[@WorkLivePlay]

I am running 100mm pipe. I actually bought a 150mm Campsmart pole holder initially however I wouldn't fit with the standard jerry can holder. The 100mm I find slides perfectly under the front boot area. I do use standard pole carrier brackets to secure onto the draw bar. These you can find through most online caravan parts stores or I actually found at Jayco Newcastle who are just down the road from us.

[@Huzz00]

Great video. As a Jayco Swan Outback owner myself, I always enjoy watching your videos for the tips. I've considered the bed fly conversion, but I've been in some very windy conditions and concerned that the flys will blow off the poles. Have you ever had this happen? Also, with the legs, I wind them up completely to the stopper to avoid the possibility of them self unwinding and ever getting near the ground if the locking pins somehow dislodged. This is very unlikely though. I'm looking forward to your review of the Klevacool fan mod, as I've considered this myself. Great work - keep the vids coming. Really missing getting the Swan out during these lockdowns.

[@WorkLivePlay]

Our first camp with the mod was in Forster with one of the very strong and gusty July changes. It was a tad alarming but it held together fine. I will be getting some tarp buddies to keep on hand just in case for those really strong winds. With the beds out not too much air can get under which does help. I find the greatest moment when it will blow around is during setup and setdown. Good point regarding the legs - to be honest it is very unlikely to be an issue either way however I know its been discussed quite a bit and often observe them around the other way so thought it was worth a mention. Thanks for watching!

[@sk7262]

little trick is to write on the roof winder handle and inside the cover - "ARE ALL LATCHES DONE!" in case you insert forgetting them

[@WorkLivePlay]

Or even a little pop out flag - just to be 100% sure. I must admit I nearly got caught the other day where we were packing up and for some bizarre reason the door was left open. I undid 3 latches and got distracted racing the rain. Phew - it could have been a bad morning!

[@BerettaTV]

How would I go towing this with a cx-5??

[@jordan54888]

Thanks +

[@SaulGarcia-hs9cs]

Get to it

[@shawncody4660]

Thankyou

[@WorkLivePlay]

You’re welcome 😊

[@robwhite3697]

Where did you get the grab rail next to the door from or was it already on the van when you got it? Would be handy as i can be prone to falling down the step after a few beers lol....

[@WorkLivePlay]

Hi Rob - it was actually on our van when we bought it but its a Fiamma security handle. Interestingly we just discovered the security function over the past few days after a few also asked. Below is a link however you essentially lock the handle down the other way around and it also secures the door which is very neat! I will need to remember that! www.rvpartsexpress.com.au/fiamma-handle-security-31-for-caravan-main-door-03513-01.html

[@danielfossey5581]

What size are your stabilisers

[@WorkLivePlay]

We have a number of modification projects we have completed on our camper: Robe conversion: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5TPeYqKnM2haKc A pull out pantry: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXfZq2CtqrKojsU Removing the center divider on the buffet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4m0qqaVer11gLM Bed support protection plates: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoupf2yMhMuFmM0 Bed Fly Conversion Kit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKvFY6GhiZyFobM Bike Rack: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGTcfo2BlsSShdU (information on the rack)

[@jibba0202]

Looks like a wet packup is out of the question.

[@WorkLivePlay]

It is rare we ever pack-up in the dry. My advice is to towel down what you can and just pack it down as quick as possible. Leaving the flies up helps immensely. The last few trips the sun has been out on our return home so we setup and clean out and by the end of the day with a breeze its usually fairly dry. We are fortunate enough to have a shed we then move it into and can leave setup. I can't however wind the awning out so its my main priority to get dry before its stored.

[@Pat.Mustard]

I couldn’t leave this video at 99 comments.

[@WorkLivePlay]

Love it!! That's actually quite a few comments!!

[@craigmccluskey3625]

What bike racks are they Vaughan?

[@WorkLivePlay]

Hi Craig, they are Fiamma (A Frame CARRY BIKE CARAVAN XL A) racks. Incredibly light and very easy to install. I actually bought a second hand set the other day and may do an install video onto the Coromal van we still have to better show how they work. Here is a link to the product www.rvpartsexpress.com.au/fiamma-a-frame-carry-bike-caravan-xl-a-2-bikes-02093-01a.html

[@WorkLivePlay]

I did a quick video when packing up at the beginning of the year if you are interested also kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGTcfo2BlsSShdU

[@astrascloset3839]

This was a lot.

[@mickcompagnoni1114]

Great Video, except that the reason we (Wife & I) watched it is to learn how to release the winding ratchet mechanism so that we can lower the roof. This is the only bit you didn't mention, so thanks for wasting 37 minutes of our time.

[@terrymcmaster2787]

Nutjob

[@craigtomkinson2837]

Sorry you lost me as soon as you had to unhook the van, We do dozens of free overnight stops my draw bar is long enough we do not have to unhook our van

[@WorkLivePlay]

Of course you could leave connected if you were doing a one night stay if your vehicle allowed however most do setup disconnected 👍

[@craigtomkinson2837]

@@WorkLivePlay which is a pain in the ass

[@fatty182]

Great video! Can I ask where you got the bags you put your clothes into that fit in the cupboard? Thanks

[@WorkLivePlay]

Thanks! The bags are from ALDI so you often have to wait until they pop up on special. I believe the Reject Shop has very similar and I have also noticed the 4wd Supacentre have Kings versions which look like they might work. I have been meaning to get one to try. The ALDI ones are 400mm x 290mm and 180mm high. The Kings one are slightly smaller but would work. In fact they would be perfect in an Eagle I am thinking that has the slightly narrower robe. www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/products/canvas-bags/clear-top-canvas-bag-combo-deals/adventure-kings-clear-top-canvas-bag.html

[@WorkLivePlay]

This is the video we did on the install kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5TPeYqKnM2haKc