Record Low Water Reveals the Past | Getting Prepared for Winter in the Rig | Destination Adventure

Getting the rig prepped for winter has been a tough task, because winter arrived basically overnight. Maintenance should have been the priority, but getting some heat into the rig was a must. Never the less, I am very happy with the progress so far. At temperatures closing in on -10 C I have not had to use the heater above the lowest setting. I suppose that does make warmer weather a bit of a challenge for finding a comfortable temperature, but I guess thats what windows are for. ;) The next big test will be the water system. I think that the duct fan will do the trick nicely, but I am bummed to see how poorly the current system is performing. Nights below -6 are still causing sections of pipe to freeze, but if theres a way, I will find it.
Being back home is very nice, but all of these days living back in the shop can be pretty depressing, so it was very nice to get out and enjoy some time in nature again. It is a different feeling, exploring in these harsher conditions, but I am definitely looking forward to the challenges that come along with that. you never know what opportunity might come my way in the future, and all of these different experiences will have me prepared for anything that comes up.
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[@ShoestringADV]

I know I’m not alone in this sentiment, I absolutely love this channel. It hope things continue to grow and go well for you Dustin !

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you very much.

[@LumenateTV]

I couldn't agree more I tell everyone I know about this channel because the views are spectacular.

[@ShoestringADV]

@@LumenateTV that and Dustin is so positive, it inspires me to try and shed the negative and hold onto the things that are going right .

[@StephtheVIDEOguy]

Totally!!! And the drone shots in this one were spectacular. Being a drone pilot, I know how much thought and care goes into each shot.

[@MorbinNecrim86]

Absatotalutely

[@rachelprickett1287]

First time commenting here. Just wanted to thank you for sharing your adventures on here. As someone who will be working til I die, vicarious traveling is my only option and you’ve literally carried me along on your adventures. I’m very grateful for your videos! Thank you for sharing.

[@korbelkiller7106]

You're going to have to take it back and insulate the compartment where the heater is and batteries. It would stay warmer longer and not use as much heat or fuel or lose heat

[@jameshatton4211]

Yep use sheets of aluminium poly carbonate sheeting (very easy to work with Dremel and Stanley blade) then fill with expander foam between the sheeting 🤌

[@projectx1989]

@@Destination_Adventure I assume that @korbelkiller7106 means is that even though the pass-through is nice and warm it is losing a lot of heat through the aluminum walls of the compartment. A small layer of insulation on the walls would make quite a bit of difference to heat retention and save you some money on running the heater. Another option ,although probably too late now, would have been to have got a diesel coolant heater instead of the diesel air ones. Using a pump and a 3 heater cores would have possibly given you more control over the heat in each compartment and only required the one diesel coolant heater.

[@korbelkiller7106]

@@projectx1989 that is correct

[@regpettinger2978]

I bought a 2nd gen Volt to get a feel of lithium batteries/electric cars. You can fast charge lithium batteries to 80% charge fairly fast. The last 20% is what takes time. You don't want to charge lithium batteries to a 100% all the time. It's better to stop charging around 80%. You can draw lithium batteries down close to zero but it's best not to. Leave 10 or 20% in them for longer life. For an example, Chevy Volts have an 18KWH battery but it will only let you use 14KWH's. Same goes for discharging. You can only discharge so low, then it won't let you have any more juice......Did you look into full sized semi trucks diesel heaters? They're plumbed into the engine coolant water. You can see the advantages........For heat in the camper, a propane light with a mantel creates a ton of heat..... But make sure you have adequate ventilation.......Great channel, Dustin. I look forward to every new video down here in SW Oregon.(:>)

[@PaynefulT]

⁠@@projectx1989 I fully agree on the coolant heater instead. Could have it hooked into truck coolant system, then while driving it would heat the unit. Also at night it would keep the truck engine warm so it starts.

[@andrea6421]

Love it when Dustin’s brother can make an appearance and it sounds like you will have the rig in tip top shape for those long, cold, winter months.

[@jasonmorgan3709]

Just wanted to throw a few thoughts out there. Make sure you have “make up air” coming in where ever you run the diesel heaters. You can lower the oxygen in the air if you don’t have fresh air coming in. It also makes the heater more efficient. If it’s not starving for air it will run better. Also the long run you have going back to the tanks, you should get rid of any 90 degree bend you can. Those really reduce the air flow A LOT. The more sweeping the transition the better. Talk to a plumber or an HVAC tech. They can give you pointers for sure.

[@blueman5924]

I thought the diesel heater has a separate intake for the combustion air required. hence the two fittings on the bottom. one exhaust, one intake.

[@nathanbrand4607]

Always so good to see Mick. His poor beer house hopefully gets finished for winters over lol. Always good seeing you Dustin. Enjoy watching all the ventures wishing you and yours the very best in life. Take care

[@EODWalty]

You're going to run into issues if your only monitoring the voltage on your new battery. Lithium batteries will remain at about the same voltage no matter their charge level. Once the the charge level drops too low, its like a light switch and everything turns goes down. You will need a special monitor to keep track of the Lithium battery charge level.

[@LiveAlohaOhana]

Excellent idea 👍

[@Destination_Adventure]

I will look into this.

[@jameshatton4211]

The BMS on the battery with the app will control all of this. These new lithium iron phosphate batteries don't just drop off like the lithium ion batteries used to? These new ones being iron phosphate have for plenty of buffer for sag. Look at the size of the thing! Dustin you only need up look at your amphours and demand/usage and you'll know if you are in the green or not? Dustin the other thing to look at as potential one way charge setup using your truck 12v to boost your lithium 12v is by using a DC to DC buck converter. You can put a toggle switch in the cab of your truck and basically keep an eye on your app on your phone? If your lithium battery is running low, you flick the toggle and let the all truck alternator charge your battery for you whilst you drive 👍 You can run your buck converter on a relay switch so that when you turn the truck off it turns the DC to DC converter off and doesn't drain you truck battery then either👍

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

All you need to monitor are the amps going to and out of the battery. Bluetooth can be used so you won't need to physically check the battery.

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

​@@jameshatton4211 Good suggestion but a switch is unnecessary since the BMS controls the charge rate. On LFP batteries once 100% is reached, charging stops. LFP batteries love being charged and staying at 100%, it's Lithium Ion batteries that a switch would be recommended

[@Umwee63]

Do you have a DC -DC charger on board to charge the batteries when driving? May want to look into a DC-DC 50 with mppt imput from Renogy. You hook solar to it and truck charging system ad well.

[@janroberthansen3670]

nice one, i enjoy the travelling, but i find the repairs and the upgradings and things like that just as interresting, you should consider more content like this, and insulation is key in every step of keeping heat the right places, and also look in to pulling diesel from the main tank, only one place to fill up and pay attention to

[@lifewithconnie3738]

Dustin!!!! Thanks for keeping us in the loop! I brag on out my favourite channel to everyone!! You have the ability to look at a problem and figure it out. you remind me a lot of my husband. He was the same. Miss him when I watch - but that’s a good thing. Saturdays with DA is a great Saturday! Have fun getting stuff done. You Rock

[@Jasontodd74]

Wow can’t believe that you are through a full season already. Great to see some improvements because nothing is better than knowing what needs improvement and figuring out how to improve it. Looking forward to much more tagging along with ya!!! Wishing I could do the same. Lol!!!

[@MrTonyPiscatelle]

I really like your drone footage, 1st class stuff right there.

[@stevemic]

Awesome video. I just converted the lithium this year. A few things I learned. I didnt see how you are charging the lithium battery but if it's hooked the the truck batteries to charge off the alternator you will need a DC to DC converter because that battery will pull a lot of amps. I installed a 40 amp in mine. As for the voltage it will stay at 13 volts until it dies it's not like a lead acid where the voltage drops as it gets used. I also carry a spare alternator and belt just in case

[@jasonflt]

I would suggest foam board on the bottom and side of the new battery to help keep it warm and away from the wall. Double check the specs if the battery. It should have an automatic cut off at low temperature sensor. The diesel heaters use the most power starting up but after that they sip on power. Get a jerry can for the diesel .

[@henrykahil9275]

Gotta admit I miss ya bud! Glad we got to see Mick again, can't wait for some shop adventures

[@johnschroeck2829]

Great video as usual. Very entertaining. Your short comedy sections are great.

[@MichaelRaymond-de7de]

So enjoying your channel. Great quality! I'm living wild and free in a Chevrolet express one tonne van. Going through the journey of deisle heaters , batteries and figuring it out. Really do appreciate you share your knowledge to date....it's a big help. Thank you.

[@Destination_Adventure]

I’m still learning it all too, but I’m happy to help a little with what I’ve learned. 😊

[@sickb0y333]

I’d get that compartment with the LFP battery stripped and insulated before putting all the work in. Will save you time energy (and money) in the long run. Remember you can charge to 100 % and run down to zero with LFP and it won’t cause issues. 👍🏻

[@TopoPilot]

I have been following along for a couple years now. Your personality is as much of a draw to this channel as the beautiful scenery, comedy and educational content. You have a talent that makes your videos pretty special. Thanks for being consistent. It really means a lot.

[@Destination_Adventure]

I really appreciate that, thank you.

[@user-vn6tg7zm6w]

Well said

[@winnettryan4566]

Very impressive mickanical experience

[@mariakulscar1224]

Hi Dustin, out of curiosity, where is your motor home? I love your new rig and have been watching your channel from the beginning. You are an amazing videographer. Looking forward to the next adventure!

[@JayCeeGee]

Glad you're getting the chance to do some upgrades. With those batteries, I do not think they have a functional low temp charge protection. I hope I'm wrong, but I would verify that. I thought LiTime only had one battery that actually had it that works. (Their new trolling motor one)..Will Prowse on KZbin breaks them open and tests them. Best of luck and sweet rig + travels.

[@sheldondyck8631]

If you want to you can weld a fuel line into the gas tank filler neck that reaches down into the trucks tank and then flare the end sticking out to put a rubber line on from both diesel heaters. That way you can eliminate the small tank and just draw fuel from the main tank. That way you won’t have to deal with a second tank to fill and add some extra storage space too. Just an idea. Cheers Dustin 🍻

[@lberni_valley]

You should talk to Rich Ward at Trail tire in Williams lake and see if he'll sponsor you. He's from Williams lake. Used to be my boss at kal tire in Quesnel.. good guy!

[@templarknight1981]

why don't you plumb your diesel heater fuel source right into your trucks tank ? will save the space and filling up that plastic jug everyday ..just a thought ALSO your front tire issue I am assume you did an alignment after the front end work the issue may be a weight configuration issue it may be running light up front going down the hiway the wind is getting under the kick of that camper and lifting it up and you have so much over hang it may be tipping

[@Jan-pw4po]

Another great video Dustin, and good to see you getting the kinks worked out of your systems. My elcheapo 2 KW bit the dust after 3 years, waiting on a 5 KW to replace it. You want to minimize any sharp bends in the tube carrying your heat to said compartments as it will restrict airflow and the heater wont be happy

[@47fireguy16]

Well, well. Old Mick up to his usual goofy self. I picked up on what his problem is right away. Old Milwaukee beer. I don't drink anymore, but I still have bad dreams about that stuff. That and Colt 45 malt liquor will make you wake up wishing you were dead. His choice in brew explains his bazaar behavior. At least you have a clear brain to make the wise decisions.

[@joeb6850]

Lol...love this comment.

[@Canchasor79]

😂😅😂😂 funny

[@mist-valley-modz]

Mick looks oddly familiar...

[@Nicksonian]

Can’t believe a season is over. I hope it felt like a long one for Dustin. The great value of having daily new experiences is that it slows life down. Most people are in daily ruts that make life feel like an ever accelerating Groundhog’s Day. Thanks to Dustin for allowing us to have some gorgeous and fascinating vicarious adventures.

[@Vtarngpb]

19:38 depending on when that old bridge was made, if it was pre-1945 that iron/steel could be worth a fair amount 🤑🤑

[@Bluebottlenose]

He’s back!

[@gorillagoldhunters]

Yeah budddy! I missed mick lol

[@58Tommy]

Note: lithium battery voltage is not a good indicator of charge. Get a bmv712 to get an accurate state of charge.

[@acebikemedia]

Milwaukee residents approve that ad placement.....

[@TrevorHilton-b7p]

I have a planar diesel heater in my jet boat, I just use a 10L marine fuel tank for an outboard that way its easily removed to refill it and I dont need a tank mounted permanently.

[@Pnwvintagejeeps]

Thank you for the amazing videos! After a long work week I look forward to relaxing with my pups and some coffee on Saturday morning to watch your adventures. Glad to hear you’ll be staying nova and warm this winter so you can keep the adventures going! 😉

[@barett50cal]

I just drove across that bridge last week, we were crushing gravel at Big Creek. I really wanted to go down there by that bridge and have a look but I was on the clock. I appreciate that you took the time to go down and get this footage so I don’t have to.

[@endangeredmarmot4518]

The rig is awesome - great little min adventure, too. The colour on the river is stunning (the C river, not the F river)

[@muzza566]

With the diesel heater turn up full bore to burn carbon off otherwise they soot up for 5 minutes then they’ll last longer as far as I know, cheers

[@VistaViews]

I thoroughly enjoy watching all of your content but i must say the way you time the music with your drone and other footage is superb ❤

[@onelegwest]

Great cinematography! I just returned home from a 12-day Mule deer hunting trip yesterday. We pass through Farwell Canyon every year. It's a treat for the senses for sure.

[@hippieweldor]

For a fuel tank why not use portable boat fuel tank!

[@hippieweldor]

You could also tie into a fuel selector valve tied into your factory fuel line.

[@joannamarie_yt]

New favorite skit lolol

[@jasonkelly9373]

Oh and I love it how you do the twin brother thing I don't know how you do it but I have a pretty good idea I think it's pretty damn cool though how you do it

[@johnschroeck2829]

Great video as usual. Very entertaining. Your short comedy sections are great.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you

[@parapelegicBUD]

Glad to see you and your new rig have "warmed" up 2 each other. Looking 4ward to the future :o) Now lets Whipit!

[@eriklong5374]

This channels great. I love watching where you go and that you even research the area to find info to share. Keep up the great work

[@K-9Gar]

That was great shots over the bridge and at the wall I've never been there but on a bucket list. The cabin and creek shots were top shelf . Glad to see the home on wheels past her Madan Voyage I never had the opportunity to explore in that region much. Going be a good adventure watching you upgrade and mod her

[@Umwee63]

Oh and replace those old 12 volt bulb lights with led.

[@valeriefrench9405]

Hold up. I live in USA and we drink Canadian beer. Lol😅

[@theghettocop69]

If you did want to insulate that compartment or any area kinda like that. Noise insulation like kilmat would do a decent job at insulating pretty cheap, easy, and it would look good. Awesome job on the build I've enjoyed your videos

[@JimRO79]

Hey Dustin, looking great there with the new battery, that'll make all the difference 👍 One thing I would just say, just in case you haven't already, what with moving one of the diesel air heaters inside the cabin with you, would highly recommend fitting a Carbon Monoxide alarm as a just in case - They're probably about $15 + batteries, but it's a good layer of protection for ya while in there matey. And install somewhere up at your sleeping deck level or higher as CO is a bit lighter than air.

[@Destination_Adventure]

I’ll have one in here ASAP, but it’s actually not a concern with a diesel heater. Air for combustion is pulled from outside. With propane onboard though, I definitely need to put one in.

[@JimRO79]

@@Destination_Adventure Good Man, as yeah, being over-precautious is never a bad thing. Totally agree with ya there bud, the Diesel side is pulling air and exhausting outside, so 99% likely no issues whatsoever - just thinking contingency of later life, you know, like seals / pipes failing or any air intakes / vents into the cabin taking in vent exhaust from the heater (but if those are on opposite sides of the truck, most likely very little issue on that one)

[@brandonjohnston7746]

Those mountains tell a long story, the geology there is incredible, love you bro

[@my4everhome]

Love to see your brother Mick is back 😂. Great to also see you back also Justin. Love y’all.

[@mrc1539]

Wow ! Your had me scared with those temperature readings until I realized you were in C not F so now got to find my conversion table 😉 ! Thanks for showing the upgrades .

[@dankarau2307]

If you do not have a shunt on you battery system then you really don't know the real SoC of the system. Lithium has a very flat discharge curve, where it sits at 3.2-3.3v/cell (there are 4 cells in a "12v" battery) for most of the discharge. But at the end of the discharge it fall off of a cliff...so one minute you think you have lots left and the next you are dead in the water. A shunt will count the amount of watts going in and going out to know exactly where you are for SoC.

[@Destination_Adventure]

I will look into this, thank you.

[@Vtarngpb]

Oh come on Dustin, you can fit more beer in that fridge 😂

[@DonChandler-z5m]

When we thought we were done for the season this is a nice surprise. It's good to see what you do in the off season. The videos of the old bridge were nice. Thanks for one more. Look forward to the next.

[@justineball9511]

Just love watching your channel. Amazing drone footage.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@tinnaz1]

Added bonus breath taking views included even in vehicle repair video! If you ever come across Dan Hurd he could tell you a few stories about the Fraser River and show you some tricks of the trade. That might be a great chance for some footage for both of y'all. Great travels ahead, good man! 👍🍀💯

[@Awsom47Merc]

Old Milwaukee ! We used to buy Old Milwaukee on canoe trips cause it was cheap and worked. We started calling it "Old McBilge Water" because cans would end up floating around in the water on the floor of the canoe ! 🤭👍

[@mrandrat625]

I wondered how many times Mick burned his fingers building his mansion.

[@Destination_Adventure]

;)

[@outlandharry]

Great Video Dustin! As an experienced welder and builder for this type of thing, I know you are on the right track. I noted a few good ideas for my next build. Good Job on it all!

[@johnmccormick175]

Interesting video Dustin..love the way you have equiped your rig and the improvements your making..thanks for sharing and stay safe...with the Fraser river so low might be a good time to try some gold panning

[@ThomasSchoen]

Another great video! So interesting to see the old bridge structure. 30 years in the Cariboo and never saw this. Will take a drive out there this morning to check it out in person.

[@Destination_Adventure]

I’ve also never seen or even heard of it, and was surprised how much is exposed. Enjoy the trip. :)

[@Islandwaterjet]

Question: What are you using for GPS mapping ? Just bought a Garmin 65. Very disappointed most of the backroads are missing and none of the backroads are named. Scale only goes down to 300m. Pretty well useless for exploring the logging roads of Vancouver Island here. Google maps is excellent but cannot be used with no wifi. Anyone know of a good solution ?

[@Destination_Adventure]

Back road map book is what I use for all of Canada.

[@blueman5924]

Give a follow to the crew from TSTN, Shaun- Story Til Now, & Casey250,…the crew offroad the backcountry extensively. maybe a help. 🤷‍♂️🤙

[@rhondaburke5700]

🎉 Yay! What a good Saturday morning treat! Thanks Dustin!

[@Canchasor79]

Agree, more of Mick! Hahaha love it and your creativity Dustin! You need a big front bumper to protect your pickup and yourself! You already know the facia is just that. Nothing there protecting your pickup from a moose, elk, or deer. Yes, most of the time, you are crawling along a trail, but there are other times you are on the highway or freeway

[@cynditermath9118]

Mick better get going and give you a hand with the upgrades. We want you back on the toad ASAP. Best upgrading.

[@CanadianSledDog]

I'm stoked to hear you'll be staying the winter that's just when it starts getting interesting! There's nothing quite like snow in the rainforest! Got chains?

[@rankin242]

I always enjoy your videos. They are always neat ❤

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you.

[@vulcangunner58]

Dustin your videos are second to none! The professional quality and attention to historical facts rival anything the Discovery or History TV channels produce. Well done Sir!

[@antonwearsakilt5209]

I've recently joined this channel, so far, so good. Will Prouse has a yt channel that does all solar. He's quite good at what he does. As a former full time rv'r, redundancy is key, besides the diesel heaters, I would advise buying a 12v plug and play heater pad for the batteries, they come in various wattages, then insulate the battery boxes. Lifepo4 batteries don't like the cold, however from my experience as long as they stay above freezing they seem to operate fine. I had mine rigged with a 100 watt heater pad I could turn on manually, keeping my battery bank above freezing, even in sub zero temps.

[@ccastello]

Found your channel while you were building out the new rig. Really enjoying your adventures. It makes me want to visit BC! I hope you don’t mind if I offer some input on your new lithium upgrade. Consider putting a piece of purple foam board under it. While the air temp is toasty the mental it’s sitting on now is probably still freezing. Also it virtually impossible to know the state of charge (SOC) of a lithium battery from it’s voltage. You’ll have more accurate and useful SOC info if you add a shunt. I use the Victron SmartShunt myself. If you do want to learn more about power systems, I think the best related educational channel is Explorist Life. Cheers and Happy Holidays.

[@Destination_Adventure]

The battery is sitting on a foam pad, but I didn’t think to show. As for the SOC, I definitely have some more learning to do but it seems like a shunt is the right choice. Definitely be doing some more work to the system. Thank you for the input. 😊

[@bigcreekcowboy]

That’s one of the two upright towers that held the suspension cables for the bridge. The deck itself was made out of wood. I was told the army got the job to blow it up as a training exercise. After two failed attempts they just burnt it down.

[@thomashomcy1311]

I love your show keep on keepn on, did the same 50 years ago way before cell phones i still look for adventures wherever i can find it- Tommy

[@ColoradoDualSport]

Dude, be careful with that battery. If they go, they go BIG.

[@Dino-p3p]

Your videos are really cool. Like watching them a lot.

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you

[@jimswan7623]

Ahhhhh got my Saturday DA dose. Life is good! Ty Dustin

[@Destination_Adventure]

I’m on it 🤘🏻

[@LiveAlohaOhana]

Hey top O the morning Bud ! Mick I been wondering where you been hiding 🤔 😅 How funny you like the same beer as me 'the old Milwaukee brain freeze in a can 😂 When I worked on the iron ore ships on the great lakes that was the only beer 🍺 next to Oly I could get in Deluth . I'm glad you got your system together and it looks great and solid and best of all efficient 💪 Question? Was wondering how much a litre of diesel ⛽️ is running there? Hopefully the government will drop those stupid carbon tax and nobody freezes 🥶 to death this winter ❄️ So hey ' have a great week eh and thanks for the show 👍 take care and have fun !

[@Destination_Adventure]

Currently $1.89

[@LiveAlohaOhana]

@@Destination_Adventure It's almost $8.00 a gallon here in Kauai 🤪 Still going with diesel is the best for all you do that gets you there

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

Using one battery, regardless of the capacity, always needs a form of backup. My LFP batteries had a BMS issue (water damage) but b/c I had two, while the first one was disconnected and in the shop, the other one kept all my systems up and running. If you can hook up a DC to DC converter, while the engine is running, you'd be charging your battery. I do have a built in 4KW gas-powered generator that is never used (too loud). Something to think about. Cheers, Steve

[@wilhelmcarlsen1212]

The content and quality of your channel is just amazing... I'm sat at home in Bodø in the north of norway with 3 small kids and watching your adventures really tingles my own desire to explore more and do more outdoor/wildlife adventures. You inspired me to do some gopro videos this spring when i was at Svalbard in an old abandoned russian mining settlement of coals bay outside longyearbyen and it's really fun to do. Also i find it funny that my two favorite youtubers are both from BC, you and Dan Hurd from Dan hurds prospecting as i also got a interest in goldmining/prospecting. Looking forward to seeing more of your content. Best of luck to you and if you ever mean to go abroad, you should come visit Norway. I'm certain you could make a ton of good content here as the country is just packed with unique sites and landscapes.

[@Destination_Adventure]

I have been to Norway several times and absolutely love it. Hopefully a proper trip in the future. Always stoked to hear from viewers abroad.

[@daveschofield9448]

Another awesome saturday morning tv with Dustin 😊

[@RobsNeighbor]

Love the work you do great job thank you for all the amazing videos Dustin

[@Destination_Adventure]

Thank you 😊

[@bernadettebarrett-nf8nb]

I have to watch this one again you have so much helpful information that I'm going to use in my own camper , your little skit was hilarious as always the scenery is over the top thanks Dustin

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

My advice is rather than one 400AH battery get two 200AH batteries and connect them in parallel; much better redundancy. Batteries and BMS systems can and do fail. What's Dustin going to do if that one battery fails?

[@davidbill1873]

Great video Dustin. I like the deisel heater idea. They were recomended by a long time marine electrician in Prince Rupert. But they still on the wish list!

[@bobmanzi7712]

Great stuff thanks for taking me along. Safe travels

[@jameshatton4211]

Hey Dustin, why not use a small low pressure electric fuel pump to lift diesel from your main tanks to your reservoir?

[@jcf6597]

Yes, or pull directly from the trucks main tank.

[@jameshatton4211]

@@jcf6597 that's exactly what I'm suggesting 👍

[@jameshatton4211]

@@jcf6597 I also made a suggestion for Dustin to possibly expand upon this concept here for potential gas stove or fridge auxiliary "on demand" Syngas setup. This example looks crude but it displays perfectly the concept of gas to diesel conversion 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmrcfZSKishrfsUsi=dSPfb8ntEhwaFhLP

[@Destination_Adventure]

Because then I am taking fuel from the truck, and the truck systems are intentionally separate from the house.

[@jameshatton4211]

@@Destination_Adventure oh yes of course. I totally get that. This is just as emergency. It could be visa versa? Double redundancy everything 👍

[@1954shadow]

Improvise and adapt.

[@RonJones-k4p]

If ever you come through Montreal ill custom make you a tank for your diesel heaters Bud!!!!

[@kb1kos]

Winter is the time to explore the States, and Mexico, and maybe even further South. With the reputation lithium batteries have for fires, I hope you put in the equipment to prevent this.

[@tj5build]

I knew the Lipo battery wouldn't let you down. It's a great technology for longevity. I use them in my build and I can go days without a recharge compared to the SLA batteries.

[@brucepadley2396]

Dustin I have to ask. Those Diesel Heaters,,,, are they "vented"? In other words, do the combustion gases heat an air-to-air exchanger, and go up a "chimney", or somehow vent to the outside? (Like a furnace in your House?) Or, are they "direct fire" and they burned diesel fuel exhausts into your vehicle? Obviously, You have to monitor your CO levels really close, especially since You sleep in there. I don't mean to be alarmist, but I want You to be safe, as well as comfortable. So You can continue to make all Your Excellent Videos! And We can All follow You in Your Travels!! Keep up the Fantastic work!!

[@brady2809]

Cheers from Tumbler Ridge Dustin! Your an awesome content creator keep it up man. Love the cummins get used to the front end LOL

[@Destination_Adventure]

Sounds like it might just be an old dodge thing. lol

[@realwildman]

I'm curious what all your running off that 400AH battery? I know that you have the EcoFlow, so I assume most of your power is provided for by them. I have a rig that is more traditional truck camper(still use the truck, as a truck). I'm using 200AH that powers everything on my rig including a 110v fridge (no three way.) So far 200ah has been plenty for me, although it just a camp/travel rig not my livelihood.

[@lucidrain9469]

YESSSSSS!!!!! THE MICKSTER freakin awesome 👌 👏 🎉 where can I buy a MOHO MAFIA hoodie?

[@scottthorson1]

You need to colab at least once with Timmy @ Truck house life! 🤙 As a PNW native living in SE Texas I appreciate your work greatly! Keep up the good work man!

[@Thebrentlyexperience]

So, I watch your vids when I’m going to sleep. It’s comforting 😂 Sometimes I pass out and don’t realize the vid played through so it looks like I watched it but I was in fact unconscious….. I just watched it. Thanks again😂 And I’m jealous of how comfortable you are on the other end of the lens. I need to grow the nuts for my content. Lol Keep up the great work. There’s a lot of people pulling for you👊🏼👊🏼

[@bernadettebarrett-nf8nb]

I THINK CANADA HAS BETTER BREW THAN OLD MILWAUKEE 😂 if you must drink an import try Yuengling or even Pabst 😂

[@redbeardpat]

Love the show! Looks like Mick needs to build ya a coffee cup holder next! Thanks for the great videos!