RV Life FRIED Electrical System?// RATTLESNAKE IN CAMP! Wait til You See What I Did!

My RV troubles and challenges continue as I troubleshoot solar/electrical/battery issues and then try to scare a rattlesnake out of camp. You won't believe what happens!
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[@marleiseturner2460]

Amazing how the rattlesnake blended right in with the gravel.

[@tump2y]

I love how you show us the little everyday things in life. Like wiping down your stove and sweeping the floor. How you pack up, your lentil recipe ( which makes me want to try it) and yes even the electrical problems. I feel like I’m right there with you! Thanks

[@jt.s.7418]

I love that you are willing to share your struggles AND successes. Thank you sweet Carol🤗

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you so much!

[@dalekundtz4603]

Thanks Carolyn for another great video! I remember living in Tucson in the foothills back in 1975 when I had my first encounter with a rattlesnake. Sitting outside having a cup of coffee with my feet up. Suddenly saw movement under my legs as a small rattlesnake slithered under and out the other side. Got a good cardio workout that morning without having to do any workout...lol. Stay safe my friend!

[@authordebradickinson]

Sweet Sadie. Oh wow. Just bought an RV. Can’t wait for you to see it. And yep, I had forgotten the joys of home ownership. Hang in there Carolyn! You continue to amaze me. Robert had a rattlesnake in his camp too. It kept coming back so he ended up leaving. KOKO!

[@kimbrandom2789]

Thanks for the battery info. I periodically have rattlesnakes come onto my patio. I get a long pole or stick, and a dog gate or other barrier to put in front of me as a shield in case of a strike, then I tap the snake on the nose with the pole end and basically hassle it until it goes where I want it to. It has always worked.

[@joeygrey9878]

Hi Carolyn From watching your videos over the years, I know you would never harm another creature just for being in your space, so I do not agree with others who are happy to see the snake killed even by accident. You are just informing your viewers to be careful when out camping. Humans need to respect not dominate. Every creature is just trying to earn a living just like us humans.

[@gretchenv4647]

I always enjoy your videos, Beautiful locations, educational, entertaining, Love all your pups too :-) Thank you for helping us all be the best we can be living in our moving homes 🤗

[@bettybrigance6784]

Glad your both safe.....she's a beautiful dog.....Your awesome as her mom.....

[@canyondiva493]

Daddy always taught me, keep an old toothbrush and a box of baking soda to clean those terminals. Sprinkle the soda on them, add some water and it will bubble up. Scrub clean with the toothbrush. Dry and apply a coat of vaseline to keep clean longer. Easy fix.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Canyondiva, yep, cleaning the terminals is a regular part of my maintenance. the shot of the terminals were b roll from the video showing you all how to clean them! thanks

[@jasonfromi485]

Hello good day I just wanted to say on a personal level he’s last three videos have been some of the best contact that I have seen youve done over the years. All of your content is great but these last few have been excellent I think so many of us out here who are contemplating the nomadic life or even taking off time and just doing what one wants for a period of time like a sabbatical anyways these types of videos are so true to life and really give us a good feel for some of the calamities and things that could happen we have to prepare for I am always surprised by your resourcefulness and I admire how you were able to get yourself out of almost any situation not to mention your love of dogs

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Jason, it's so funny, my channel began with problems (my first rig was a nightmare) and it grew like crazy and then I got the new rig and there weren't so many problems and my growth slowed and now that I'm having issues again, my channel is booming. LOL And then I get accused of creating drama LOL I am so glad showing the reality is helpful. I enjoy showing the good, the bad and the ugly... because it's real! Thank you so much for your kind comment letting me know that I'm on the right track with my videos. Sugar coating doesn't do anyone any favors! Take care and thank you for being here.

[@deepestanio4625]

How cute Sadie looks on her back outside. She is so happy. What a time you have had. I hope nothing else goes wrong.

[@puplover6265]

I had my Border Collie take a rattlesnake aversion class plus two refreshers. Best money I've ever spent.

[@doloresreynolds8145]

Admitting to your mistakes is nice to see - and we can all benefit from the learning process this way. Also, I really enjoyed the snake photography. Thanks again!

[@lorimorgan1182]

Just found your channel in the last month or so and I am watching your older ones for knowledge as I want to follow in your footsteps. My job allows me to work remotely so I am taking notes on all you are experiencing. This one was helpful regarding the electrical information. Thanks for all you do!

[@odahithedubious]

Hi, Carolyn, I do wiring and cable harnessing for a living, and have done my own electrical maintenance at home and on vehicles for quite a long time. The green, fuzzy-looking deposits on your battery cable ends is corrosion. You can remove it with a brass or steel bristle brush. Unscrew all the terminals, one at a time so they go back where they came from. Brush them until they're nice and shiny, use a little WD-40 or PB Blaster to help clean them. Make sure to brush the bolts and nuts that hold them to the battery terminals, too, as well as the battery terminals. Get it all clean and shiny. Then tighten everything back up. The cables shouldn't move when you wiggle them. Keep an eye on them, every so often check them and make sure they're okay. I'm glad it worked out for you, it can be a big problem if you're out far from town and things go bad. All the best, and congratulations on 120,000 subscribers!

[@marybaker5837]

We only learn well by our mistakes. The bigger they are the more we learn. Hope this is your limit for this time. Congratulations on all your new friends I hope they’re friendlys. Love you.

[@mypinkelephantlife3618]

I'm with Sadie! I literally screamed out loud when you dropped that snake! My husband was like, "What are you screaming about?" LOL

[@bren1425]

Sadie says "I saw the snake silly Mom...I just wanted you to think you saw it first :)" Such a good friend. I like how cozy her co-pilot seat is. Thanks for another interesting video!

[@jayforkner2692]

Sadie tells her silly Mom it's a "nope rope"

[@Setsuzo17]

Thanks, Carolyn! I learn so much from your genius moments AND mistakes. Love it. Yikes!! Rattler!😳

[@audreymonie6041]

Great video I'm glad you and Sadie are ok you are a very smart and strong person don't be so hard on yourself, be safe

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you, I will

[@dianneweaver5866]

We had the very same problem with the same results. Live and learn❤️

[@maryzogbi3461]

I saw so much of Capone in Sadie when she was looking out the window during your gas stop. Such a cute little angel of a dog!

[@sophialove7245]

Ms. Sadie lady is SO CUTE!! What a great travel companion 💕

[@MsNavigation]

First time watching your videos and I'm thoroughly enjoying everything about them. You put a lot of thought and effort in to your editing and the details. I enjoy your dog too. For now, all the best for you guys and thanks so much for creating this viewing.

[@willarity6927]

I have been authoritatively informed that rattle snakes are relatively rare in Mendocino County, because people there really know how to cook them. Don't forget the salsa.

[@LaughingblueSu]

Good job on battery diagnosis! An RV is a house on wheels. It actually takes more maintenance than a house because everything is always moving and shifting.

[@LisaFaiss]

I thought that snake might be a Mojave, because it looked like a pit viper and seemed to have a slight greenish hue. But when it moved it did look like a sidewinder. I thought it looked like you were in Flagstaff. I hope you have time to do some hikes. I would suggest Abineau-Bearjaw, which I think is the prettiest hike in Flagstaff. And the dog would be allowed on that hike.

[@Ninetysixgal]

Wow!! Glad it didn't hurt y'all! The way they thing moved was wild lol!! Thanks for sharing!! Yall stay safe!

[@cherylbuffum6113]

Hey you drove 5 hours, but if you went to someplace you did not know, they could have told you you needed a whole inverter and battery replacement. I think you did the right thing.

[@kathyadam9932]

Carolyn. Wow! Your mind works like mine. Thinking everything out. Great job! That sidewinder freaked me out. I have such a fear of rattle snakes and sidewinders can travel I believe 35 miles an hour???!! Thank you for sharing this wonderful video. Hugs

[@bobshaw4063]

Glad it was something not seriously wrong with the electrical system. Congratulations ! on reaching 120 , 000 subscribers

[@carolboteler5381]

Wow! When it rains it pours! I'm glad you were able to handle everything. Good luck from here on.

[@BarbrajoanOriginals]

Carolyn , I used to follow you way back in the Capone days . I’ve just subbed again and glad your doing good and happy that you have A new baby . Stay safe .

[@merritt2251]

Sadie had a really pretty head. Her ears, skull, nose proportions are really nice. There are a couple of shots where the light is just right and it shows what a lovely dog she is. She'll grow to be an awesome road partner! I really appreciated you talking through the troubleshooting process on the electrical challenges. Electrical issues can be complicated, or so they seem to me. The way you edited/spliced the pieces together made everything really clear. Nice work!

[@cindyevans8259]

I agree. Things ALWAYS happen in threes. So much agree with you there. I see it over and over!!:)

[@shuvanidev]

Finding that snake was scary. When we lived in Texas they used to do snake training for dogs. I am not sure what it entails but it was mandatory for hunting dogs - dogs that were out in the bush. There saw so many snakes down there!

[@aspenm5253]

I have heard that there is a form of snake training using an electrical shock collar, first with dead or confined snakes, later with live ones., to condition dog away from the snake. The *only* reason I would use a shock collar on a dog. Rattlers and other poisonous snakes scare the sh*t out of me, due to having dogs. Probably my biggest fear connected with traveling and camping in the desert.

[@shuvanidev]

@@aspenm5253 I don't know how they really did it, but I just heard it was a training method for dogs that hunted or worked on farms and things. My dog never got bitten by a snake but he's seen them and he's a terrier and they are so fearless, they just go after stuff and stick their noses in holes and in rocks and logs and shrubbery. He got into something under a big shrub once and his face swelled up and I had to take him to the emergency vet for treatment, but they didn't think it was a snake bite. Yeah, snakes are no joke down there. One of the things that I thought was so interesting in Carolyn's video was how well camouflaged that snake was - it was hard to see it until it moved....... yeah, that would really worry me.

[@shibui99]

Happy adventures on your trip North!!! I hope you enjoy the summer with many more excellent videos that you share with us "homebodys".

[@PremiumUp]

That goes to show that customer service is everything, thanks for putting out videos for us🙂

[@mspat8195]

Congratulations on 120,000❣ With all of your slow & patient description, on the electrical troubleshooting, I learned quite a bit to keep in mind. It's a very confusing subject for many of us, add in the peril of a mistake & my trepidation becomes elevated to the max 😟 so, I truly appreciate learning from your mistakes 😘 & Sadie . . . . . What a sweet character you have been blessed with, to share a life 💘 & your calmed sweetness is redeveloping through this soul match. Prayers & hugs for you both, 💞👵

[@JB-qu3tb]

Carolyn, you are a trooper!!! I jumped about 30 feet when that snake fell off the broom!!! Yikes!!! Sadie looked a little worried after the snake episode. They really camouflage themselves so well. Stay safe you two. Be well. 💕💕💕🙏☀️

[@mishkasmom4979]

All of us that RV, have these stories 😁 You are in good company 😊

[@webbphoto2]

Loose cables is a common thing, you were perfectly right to have it checked out! Great video I enjoyed the happy out come. Oh and congrats on the 120k.

[@josefinaescribano7467]

I love and admire you! You are brave and strong. Go girl!

[@none6299]

So glad that you and Sadie saw the snake and everyone except for the snake of course it’s OK. Also really glad that the battery problem ended up being something annoying but cheap Safe travels 💗✌🏽

[@BeccaTheBoring]

Beautiful drive and a big piece of mind, so it was of value.

[@garnetbarton3313]

I swear I start to say something and you say it a split second before me. The rattler was beautiful in the way it moved and I thought sidewinder. lol It is amazing how the blend in perfectly with their environment. Sadie is a beautiful and loving dog full of curiosity and energy.

[@carolcarroll-thomas2735]

I just really enjoy your videos. You're a hoot

[@scottt8424]

Hey Carolyn thank you for the video and good information about your rig there and safe travels to wherever you're going to go next

[@tdhawk167]

Congratulations on 120k! Yes!!! Woot woot!🎉

[@Barbann-u2q]

Thank you for sharing this video I'm so happy for you having Sadie with you. Anything electrical makes me nervous. I'm glad you found out what was wrong and got it fixed. I've never seen a sidewinder before. Looks scary. Thankful you and Sadie didn't get hurt. Wishing you safe travels. Hugs🤗

[@staceypisciuneri1931]

Congratulations! Thanks for the updates. Besafe and God bless. Luv from PA

[@clowneymcclownface3362]

FYI: If your battery cable terminals are green like yours are all you need to do is to mix 1 table spoon of baking soda and a half cup of water in a shallow bowl and soak then for about a minute. The soda solution will dissolve the green acid quickly. Backing soda will neutralizes acid. An incomplete connection on either battery post can mess with all of your electrical systems.

[@judyabernathy80]

Sadie is absolutely gorgeous, and just as sweet. Comical, too. That snake freaked me out!! Can’t even see it lying there!! Sorry you have had so much go wrong, but you’re right, it’s just life! ❤️❤️❤️

[@pamelachandler1813]

You are super girl...but, be careful! Praying your journey settles down to a comfortable level. Good luck, Carolyn 💸💵💰Love your music selections! 💫

[@tonisuttie1]

Hi Carolyn, Sorry about the bumps in the road, on a good note tho, you have many supporters and folks who love you! Sent you $40.00 to help with whatever you can use it for =) Ive been trying to say out loud every night before bed the 5 good things that happened for me each day, helps me to find the small joys, try it, its been such a gift for me. Appreciate you sharing your adventures with us!

[@christabell2002]

Toni Suttie love your idea....5 good things out loud before sleep each night...

[@jamierupert7563]

@@christabell2002 yes, it is.

[@justanotherperson584]

Hello Ms. Friendly. At least you can start your rig! My husband has been working on the electrical (swear since our last trip last summer, 8 break downs all electrical) YES, cables fail. Especially after fifteen twenty years! At least you know how to test with probes. Wow. 14.7 I’ve heard that number.....you really know your rig and the numbers. We have a ground issue. I think we should fix it and get a newer one not brand new but not twenty years old.

[@kaeirenaslp9154]

You are one brave gal! Congratulations on your subscribers!

[@gerriboberri2645]

I like the social distance that you did with this :/ snake. Good video

[@regenagroen4631]

Never a dumb moment when something anyone don't know why it's not working right.. & again CONGRATULATIONS on all the Subscribers!! That's so AWESOME!!! LOVES/HUGS to you a Precious Sadie!!!

[@lindapearson3411]

Hey, you are willing to learn! God bless you!

[@shirleymadison3200]

So glad u are ok stay safe

[@peggywilliams1191]

So glad you saw it first instead of Sadie Girl, wow...hopefully nothing else breaks, you deserve some fun now..be safe...Peggy

[@karinnelson8505]

Hey fun video and if you see green on your battery terminals they are corroded and loose! You should check your battery regularly because you are bouncing around as driving. Love your sweet dog so cute in her seat while you drive. Be safe. If you come to CA La Honda is a nice place to hike and camp when it is hot 🥵 it’s near the coast about 9 miles in land.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Karin, yeah I know.. Did you see the wire brush? This was taken from a video showing people how to clean their battery terminals!

[@nfoss5656]

I hate snakes. I didn’t look while you were showing it. Lol. Thanks for the video.

[@lynnrenee8369]

Just learned my lesson about emergency budgets. My Labradoodle Hamish had to have emergency surgery on the 15th for a blockage in his small intestine. Thank God a friend who loves my dog as much as I do was able to lend me the money $2200 all total. Hamish made it thru surgery turned a year old on the 19th and is now back to his exuberant self. I am definitely starting a savings account for his medical. The blockage was an exam glove, why he would want to swallow an exam glove is beyond me. We’ve been using them in and out of the building for safety.

[@jamierupert7563]

Wow, that's not just a good friend but a great friend, who by her good deed gave you a forever furry friend for alot longer. 😊

[@terrysager1091]

Thanks again! And it's so awesome to see that happy Sadie-girl!!

[@Tammy-tu9nn]

Keep your home safe she has good sense of smell they will stay and wait

[@MimiMcWil]

Thank goodness it was something simple with your rig!!

[@scclif]

Good to have a place you can trust .

[@braveheartliving]

Wow!!! Any other place could lie and charge out the whahoo!!! Imma have to go to discount solar since they're so honest!!! ❤️ Love them!!!

[@bikerider76058]

A lot of times here in Texas, if you see one snake you had better keep looking, there may be another close by

[@susan7627]

Boy she’s getting big ... scary side winder..a large mt lions was 6 feet from my Motorhome unbelievable ROAR😮Satie is Lucky...I stepped over a rattle snake once ......🤔she is smart💫

[@conniewilliams3644]

I love the scenery. Not so much the 🐍 snake! Eekk! Sadie is precious!

[@dsteenytravelhome4484]

I enjoy watching your videos so much. I'm dry camping back in Oregon on my way further north and trying to catch up on yours and Bob's videos specifically looking for information about inverters. You didn't mention what the wattage is on your inverter, but did say it's not enough to run a ninja blender (I have a nutra bullet 900 that I'd like to be able to use.) One of Bob's videos touched on inverters too but didn't give the information I need. I'd love you to do a video with more specifics about inverters and how to determine what size you need. I just upgraded my Renogy 200 watt solar system with new 235 amp hour batteries. Before I had a old 60 amp hour battery that was just enough to charge my phone, tablet, and internet device through the night and allowed me to use my notebook computer with a 12v power adapter during the day. I desperately need a 12v refrigerator freezer and now I can run one. I can't afford the big ones but at the 2020 RTR I learned I could get a smaller one and set it up as a freezer then use freezer thingies to keep food in my regular cooler refrigerated. I'll FINALLY order a 16qt one I found on Amazon for $179 when I get my SS check this month. I can only afford one thing a month and next on my agenda is an inverter I hope I can buy in July. I've only been able to use my small appliances when I'm in a campground or parked at a relative's where I can hookup to shore power which isn't often. Besides my nutra-bullet, I have a small toaster oven, a 16 oz. stainless steel pot to heat water, a small crockpot, an ink jet printer, an air purifier, and an induction burner. Most not all of my power tools are lithium battery powered and need to be charged. If possible I'd like to use my sewing machine. I know that is a lot. but they wouldn't be used at the same time. The trickiest item based on what I'm finding online is the induction burner. Some people say they've used theirs with a 2000 watt inverter for years others say either the induction burner or the inverter stop working; other sources say you have to have at least a 3000 watt inverter. The one thing I gleaned from these other sources and from Bob is that it's important to get a pure sine inverter. This of course is more expensive. I'd love to understand the differences in inverters. It would be wonderful if you, Bob and anyone else with solar knowledge could team up and do a Zoom video specific to how to determine what size inverter is needed for certain things, what brands are best, what to look for etc. If I have to wait a couple more months to save enough money to get what I really need it's better than buying something next month that won't give me what I need. I might also need to compromise and realize I won't ever be able to use some appliances with my solar system. Can you do such a video?

[@cintiapollock2486]

Another fun filled life in rv video lol awesome

[@Tipster49]

you accidentally ran over it 😉🤣 that worked out well 😁

[@PatriseHenkel]

Yikes! That snake was a beautiful creature but I was not expecting it to come towards you! Snakes in my experience would rather avoid us. Your Sadie is such a good puppy!! 💕❤️

[@garyballard3484]

Always a like for you.Be careful of snakes a friend of mine lost his dog from a copperhead snake bite.Their not that poisonous to us but of course dogs are smaller.

[@Tammy-tu9nn]

Carolyn it is okay. You are A#1 in my book. My name is Tammy. I have been watching you for some time.

[@Chasingthesun2019]

But now you know for sure and can relax knowing it’s all good.

[@kendallwo4323]

I love seeing Sadie as a puppy ❤

[@Tammy-tu9nn]

Good luck carolyn and sadie

[@donnaportelli1277]

Wow i would have freaked out, omg im so scared of any kind of snakes. I learn alot from u, i do know 1 thing im going 2 start off in a van, to me it just seems better, less expensive to maintain, but maybe ill change my mind! Maybe 1 day ill get the chance 2 meet u. Stay safe out there. Love ur dog she seems like alot of fun..

[@marysellers5697]

Thanks for a great informative video!!!!we over you !keepin teaching!!!!💕🙏🏻

[@dragonflytoo]

Dragonfly, my RV, from the day I bought it, has a Gremlin in the radio. It would just turn on, even if everything was shut off. Sound asleep and the radio would come on. No one could figure it out. I finally put it on a switch to turn it off 😂. I can't wait to see what the problem is! 😁

[@dragonflytoo]

@@emilybh6255 😂 NEVER for the technician!

[@xyzsame4081]

@@emilybh6255 Of COURSE the spooked radio never performs when a technician is around ..... :)

[@slister45]

I hear those snakes are really good eating. Plus you'd have a cool snakeskin to make something with. Sometimes a pack of coyotes will send a single member out to lure domestic dogs back to the pack. Best keep a close eye on Sadie!

[@ervinnell8163]

Use a can of coke or baking soda on your terminals to clean them. Rinse will and then put Vaseline on them. Works great. Have fun

[@RVersity]

Thanks for the idea Ervin!

[@dsteenytravelhome4484]

Baking soda can cause problems.

[@ervinnell8163]

I have used it for 30 some years no problem.

[@jhemnes1]

Yeah good ole coke works great

[@JodysJourney]

I love that you share your lessons. It helps those of us about to follow in your footsteps. BTW, I am in love with Sadie. She reminds me so much of my Ruby. Beautiful but ornery. Haha.

[@legalpuppy8602]

Good job socially distancing from the rattler!

[@Beezer.D.B.]

lol! Ohhh, the times we live in!...I thought that too when I saw that it was 6' away. :D

[@vickieparkhill5899]

This was hilarious!!! I'm watching in bed trying not to disturb my honey man. You have made my day which was already awesome! I wish for you the best!🌵🌵🌵

[@WisconsinWanderer]

Yes definitely a cleaning! great catch on the cables Carolyn☮️❤️

[@cynhanrahan4012]

That dead rattlesnake could have been a great NO opportunity for Sadie. I am no snake killer, but it's scent was there for a teachable moment. Same with the coyote. Mine can pass within a meter of a squirrel and come back to me instead. Thanks for all the battery info, it's really helpful.

[@Jferriera5894]

Ouch, life is filled with little lessons. I can relate!

[@gjurczyc]

I have been watching your videos for a while scared to death about your cute little dog finding one of those creatures. Thank goodness she and you did not get hurt keep your eyes open and wear good boots. Like cowboys boots made a good tough leather.

[@oneseeker2]

It's life, it's true, 3s. I would be hugely stressed out plus all that money! Eeeeeeeek. It's easy to over think things, and still, in calm you know what and how to do! Your PupPup is so chilled. Snake? Oh hell NO! Sadie is putting out "fear" energy. Leave leave leave! This Video was heart thumping.

[@jfinnall]

The green crusties on the battery terminal are a good indication they really need to be cleaned well. On the snake I wonder if a can of hair spray or something (WD-40 maybe) would deter it from coming around. Or just make it mad. If the power inverter you have actually works but just not powerful enough then maybe just install a larger unit where you need the power at. That way you actually have two inverters, so there is a redundancy if one unit does fail, but the second unit would not need all the existing wire replaced. Just new wire run to power the 2nd inverter. The amount of wire and installation issues will depend on the location of the new inverter and the location of your batteries.

[@jacknewton7482]

Love your videos. Take care.

[@Ramal121]

Oh Carolyn I'm so sorry. I am a professional with years of experience on vehicle electrical systems. If I could have been there first, we would have figured out right quick what the problem is and saved you the headache and travel for what turned out to be a cheap, minor problem to fix. My goal is to chuck the 8 to 5 and get on the road as I'm sure there will be plenty of people who could use my experience and give me something rewarding to do as I take the easy life way. Oh, and for that beautiful sidewinder, stamping your feet will usually send them running. Hopefully in the right direction.

[@deenalaux5182]

Oh Lawd! I’m a big scaredy-cat when it comes to snakes!! I’d have to leave that campsite right after I had my hubby kill the thing. LOL!! Ewwwww makes my skin crawl! You’re a lot braver than I! Your Sadie is so smart! Just a beautiful dog! Glad your electrical issue is fixed and didn’t cost big bucks to fix! Take care and happy trails to you!! ❤️❤️