RV Life: Truck Concerns & No Reservations (Crossing into Maine)

[@ItsJonBaca]

My dream in life was to own a nice RV. Due to disability that’s been made impossible. I’m grateful to have great people to watch and show their lives. It’s a happily ever kind of day!

[@Andrew_Happ]

There is one more thing to consider about the alignment, most of your driving is with the trailer connected and the alignment is being done without the weight on the bed of the truck. If tire wear is somewhat of an issue still you would want to mention that so the technician could compensate for the additional weight in setting the alignment. Awesome work on the videos. Safe travels.

[@karr1071]

That was a C-130 that flew over you, very well could have been from my unit, the 103rd airlift wing in Connecticut!!! Safe travels!

[@lindac9347]

🤗 my son is a green mountain boy

[@bobmango1]

"It never hurts to ask." My wife Renée has a similar saying that she has taught our children when they were very young. "The answer is always no unless you ask". Now, even if you ask, the answer might be no. But you'll never know unless you ask. I love this and have used this all throughout my business travel career of 35 years. I cannot tell you how many times a simple and respectful ask is answered with a yes. Safe travels Hanks. My wife and I are probably a year out from going full-time!

[@jjones5424]

It's fun to watch a young couple that is learning the ins and outs of the world, figuring things out and living the road of life. Oh to be young again.

[@jtoepke9763]

If it was easy, everyone would be doing it. Hoping the repairs will fix the issues and keep OUR Hanks safe on the road

[@gregoryfaith4303]

Here in Southern New Hampshire, fall started over the last weekend. Trees started color changes and brought back to us the annual fallen foliage yard clean ups. Wave on your way south. Happy trails kids!!

[@Saintly2]

$$ store decorations for each season & donate to the campgrounds when you change over.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Love that idea!

[@WheelsWeinersWine]

I am LOVING the longer videos! #ThanksHanks!

[@trevorbrown9874]

Arundel: Ah-Run-Dell. Welcome to Maine. 🎉

[@charleyhough4355]

The fireplace looks great, but you need 12 more pillows on your bed. I know this because my wife has that many on our bed.😂

[@lindapage3399]

Welcome to New England! It’s so cool watching your videos in our haunts!

[@janetswope5695]

You two are making our next biggest trip!!! We had this basic trip planned TWICE…the first time we hit bad roads in Indiana, threw our camper off the edge of the highway, bent the frame, and totaled our sweet “Not Murphy”. Couldn’t continue. Bought a new Reflection 337 RLS. Next time…husband had surgery for torn meniscus in early May…we were set to leave May 31…but on May 23 I jumped off a falling ladder and sprained my ankle and broke my heel. Ding dangit! Entire spring, summer, and fall of 2024 CANCELLED 😞! BUT….next September…we’re doing it! MO, ILL, IN, OH, NY, PA, CT to see son, RI, NH, ME, VT, PA, NY, OH, IN, IL, home to MO. The tolls out East are rough. We don’t have them in MO.

[@Jckay2003]

Nice roads cost money

[@troysampey6947]

Thanks for the videos. Look forward to them every week.

[@ChrisGo1337]

Always good to see people visiting Maine, nice place to live for 3/4 the year. Winters here are no fun usually but otherwise decent weather and plenty of places to explore.

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

So sorry for needed repairs. Really enjoy your videos and your video style. Have fun.

[@BarbaraDeyoung]

Love the breakfast recipe. It looks yummy and I'll have to try it soon 🤤. I especially loved topping it with cottage cheese. When Renee took that extra bite of cottage cheese before she put it away I knew we were kindred spirits. I always have cottage cheese in my fridge. We love following your adventures every week and my Hubby and I hope to be out there making our own memories soon. Stay safe 😊

[@GIMRRC]

Glad you guys are enjoying New England. We were born and raised there, but military life moved us away. We are retired now and have been full timers for over 2 years. We have learned so much watching your videos before we purchased our 2022 Solitude. Thanks for all the great info and tips you guys provide! You have no idea how much you have helped us make this a reality. Safe travels!

[@granny-rakestraw]

We are weekend warriors but would love to go full time . We love watching your show and looking at different camping experiences. Keep on trucking …..

[@debbieconn4948]

Love watching your videos through your travels, you two are such a cute couple. Also, I love your Fall decorations.

[@stevedovich4762]

Fellow Campers here and New Hampshire residents. Looking forward to see where you guys go in NH.

[@reneeputnam3418]

Your little fireplace looks great!

[@RuthKuderik]

Learned a great lesson from my Grandpa many years ago. The best time to go buy a new vehicle is in a cold wet rainy day. Don’t ever walk in and talk to a sales person. Walk the lot on that cold wet rainy day….let the sales person come to you. If that person comes out, you’ve found yourself an honest sales person. Still holds today…..I can’t tell you how many lots I walked away from because no one came out!

[@Mahansonthemove]

I get so excited for your videos every Thursday.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much for taking the time to be here every Thursday ❤️ We truly couldn't do it without you!

[@johanstrieter-bh2wq]

I can't believe the great adventure you guys are on. I was a traveling nurse, and I was driving all the way up in the main for an assignment, and it was beautiful. The worst part of it was is I left the assignment in January and had to drive all the way to Florida. Watch out for the snow. Please be careful, drive safe. You guys are amazing and Keep up the great videos. I enjoy your adventure, are you you guys are on

[@chuckchillson2877]

That was actually a great description of an alignment.

[@kcconaty5270]

Campground looks lovely 🥳 Hope your truck won’t be too bad🙏🏽

[@wisconsintraveler9397]

I used to be a grounds keeper at a campground that I was seasonal at. It doesn't take 4 hours to clean one site but you have to remember that collectively you are trying to get all the sites that were just vacated. Picking up garbage, shoveling out the fire pits or sometimes putting the fire out first, and then raking or leaf blowing the pad to make it look presentable. Not all people are polite and have common sense to pick up after themselves but for most of the RV/camping community, they are good people. Also sometimes that is the only time we get to cut the grass as well.

[@mnc20041]

I have never commented before. So a big thank you for the years of sharing your experiences and challenges. Keep the shiny side up. Xoxo.

[@RichardMBlain]

DUDE! NEVER take a dealership at their word! Also, you never buy tires from a dealership!!!

[@Fam4Moore]

That's not always true! I bought my last ones from the dealership because their prices were just slightly more, maybe $20, but since I bring it in to get the oil changed I know they will rotate the tires as they need to be rotated without me having to take it else where to get them rotated. I do agree that it never hurts to get a second opinion, I have saved some money and got good work preformed at other places too. I once checked on getting a muffler replaced at the dealership, I had already check with a muffler shop and it was going to be around $200.00, the dealership wanted $800.00. Discount Tire, if they have them in the area you are at, would be a good place to have give you another estimate.

[@Mistermatt1984]

I bought tires from the dealer years ago, they did the 3 get 1 free it ended up being comparable as Discount Tire. Additionally they stored them in the summer for me, stored my summers in the winter and mounted and balanced them for free. That said repairs, I am always more skeptical.

[@alantaylor792]

Just wondering, do you guys still do any nursing on the road?

[@joelfarris]

Former mechanic here, if a shop calls you and says they've found something else other than what you brought it in for, please always ask for a short video demonstrating the problem. If they can't send that footage to you, chances are it's not true. If they can, chances are that footage of your rig's ailments are already on r/justrolledintotheshop.

[@Mike-mk7sf]

don't say never, I got my tires at the dealer for less than I could on discount tire or tire rack during the buy 3 get 1 free sale

[@doreen8454]

We have an EZ Pass and make our own sound at tolls. We take turns saying Chah Ching..

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Nice!

[@GregoryRamsey]

Tie rod? A frame bushings? Not the steering rack! Love you guys. Rockers be rockin!

[@roadtoofar]

How have you survived this long without a multi-state toll transponder?

[@penneemw]

Renee, your fall decor adds a great fall vibe. It is hard when it comes to decorating in an rv. I only have a little wire fake Charlie Brown Christmas tree along. “It never hurts to ask” - I like it. Thanks for sharing. Sorry about the needed repairs.

[@toodles5683]

I’m with you guys. 3 pm is an unreasonable check in time!

[@lsacks9196]

Nay Nay, I am in a small one bedroom apartment so I also don’t have any where to store holiday decor. However, I splurge on a wreath for my door for every occasion and season. One tote for all and I swap out as I need to. PS… I’m a retired widow and I live vicariously through you both ❤

[@ceetee2021]

Enjoying your travels. Carl, there's a fine line between being helpful and being a backseat driver. Nay-nay, you rock. ✌☮

[@KerazieValerie]

The 3pm check-in and 11 am checknout gets us too! Especially when they are FIRM about check-in time.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh for sure! We know that struggle all to well. Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos. You mean a lot

[@mattmetzler4065]

Another Thursday evening with the Hanks! We love watching and laughing with you on Thursdays when we can’t go camping. We will be out in October though! Stay safe and Happy Hanks!

[@Be-LindaPoe]

So happy to see y’all in Maine and in Kennebunkport! My sister and brother-in-law loved this area and all of Maine. Love Hemlock trees. The historic features are extraordinary in the area plus the lobster🦞🦀 crabs and all sea food 🥗🍤🍣🍜🦪🍷🍷 can’t wait. Love to you 3

[@adamberkowitz4685]

Great video! We did our Maine trip in July and August. We had major trailer tire issues, 3 failed all within a week. We decided to use Discount Tire for the nationwide warranty. Highly recommend McLoons Lobster Shack in Thomaston. The Coastal Main Botanical Gardens is so picturesque with 5 Giant trolls. After you've had your fill of Maine, you might also want to consider heading north to Saint Martens NB. There is a great campground on the Bay of Fundy - Century Farm Family Camp Ground. There is so much to see there, the sea caves and the the Fundy Trail Parkway (4 waterfalls) scenic drive are beautiful. Safe travels to you both!!

[@brendablamer8728]

LOVE the Products You Both advertise to help us! We have now purchased your fridge fans and extremely happy with them. Thank you for helping all of us with your finishing products and trying them! LOVE you Guys!😊

[@Modfrkt_75]

100% agree on the check-in checkout times. It’s so ridiculous to have to check out by 11 or 12 and you can’t get to your next place until two or 3 o’clock in the afternoon, especially when you don’t have very far to travel. Makes no sense!!

[@plhm33]

Using a transponder will get you a discount on tolls, since they don’t have to pay a service to invoice you. Your $16 toll over Beacon Newburgh Bridge should be $12.20.

[@JerryC-d2h]

It’s becoming a habit watching the Hanks channel 😂. So you’re up in Maine where I lived for 16 years. I have crossed that bridge at least 100 times. I’m getting the popcorn and ready for the show. ❤

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Aww we really appreciate your incredible support 🤗 How cool that you lived here for 16 years...what a beautiful place to live! Thank you for all your continued support. You mean a lot ❤️

[@paulg2132]

Good job on the toll tag. You can truck it up against the mirror module to minimize the obstruction. Just keep it horizontal. 👏👏👏

[@CORENEVANEPEREN]

Hello Hank I am from Redding calif and I watch y’all every week I enjoy every video. We got a 5th RV almost a year ago and thanks to you both we know what to do we have only used it Three time but it’s been great fun so Thank You !!

[@twallaceii]

Good luck with the repairs 🫣

[@lawrencebest9943]

Transponder is the way to go love it

[@stevenkaskus6173]

Loved the fall look and decor around your fireplace, somethings are worth finding a place to store them so you can enjoy them time after time. Also more thrifty that way.

[@yvonnearroyo1790]

Fire place looks great! Love the pumpkins !!🎃

[@bricesmith5864]

The lighthouses in Maine are really cool to see.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hi Brice! Yes, we can't wait to start exploring some of the lighthouses in the area. We heard that Maine has a lot of them 😃 Thanks for your wonderful time in watching

[@elliewinnett5600]

Love watching your adventures and thanks for all the tips ! You guys are a hoot . Safe travels

[@marysharvey]

When we lived in Salado, TX we had transponders on our cars to go through the toll roads to Austin. Loved them!

[@loganmckay3194]

Love the Autumn decor!

[@batshtcrazy5293]

Thanks Hanks! You guys are so fun to watch, and make my own rv adventures even better!

[@garycryder3688]

I understand your love for your Denali, I have had 2. Don't be afraid to look at new ones though. Just make sure you get a good warranty on your deal if you do. I replaced my 2018 with a 2023 a couple years ago and fell in love with the new one 😁

[@Kimreynolds-t5s]

Y’all are so funny! I’m always referring newbies to your channel. I swear I learned everything from y’all. ❤️❤️

[@KathiRichards]

Love your work! I appreciate how real you are! About to start full time!!!

[@timvines7944]

I’ve always wanted to visit Vermont in the fall and winter. Thanks for taking us with you! Love you guys!

[@joravami]

I just wanted to say that you are both awesome and I love the videos! I don't own an RV yet but I have been to most states in the US, watching your videos brings back a lot of memories. You should consider getting a lifetime alignment from a national store like Firestone which will allow you to pay once and get an alignment every time you need one at any store, I paid less than $300 for mine and with as much traveling as you guys do, I would recommend getting one every 10,000 miles because we both know, truck tires aren't cheap!

[@teriea39]

You guys make me giggle every friggin’ video! 😂

[@maxhicksarmor21]

Lol, you guys are always a hoot. Absolutely love traveling with you guys. Currently still travel nursing in Glenwood Springs, Colorado and having a blast. We are definitely looking for a RV so that we can get out there on the road and enjoy the adventure. You guys have definitely inspired us. Love you guys love love love😊

[@elainewhitmore3383]

Love the harvest vibes! 🍂🍁

[@douglizcarr4864]

Cliff hanger episode! We'll be tuning in next week.

[@mazie65]

Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@MrWGWilson3]

We arrived in Maine two days ago. We will be here until Sunday. Be sure to go Acadia National Park & Cadillac Mountain in Bar Harbor. It is amazing, breathtaking, and so worth the trip! Also, stop at Fish House Grill in Bar Harbor for fresh lobster. We had the Seafood Grill and the New England Clam Chowder. OMG!!!!! To die for! If the weather is nice, ask to sit outside. You'll be able to watch the seagulls and see the Lobster boats come into shore. For us, it was an amazing day!!!!

[@markmccardia9282]

You guys have me so excited to get my camper and hit the road!🎉

[@Lifeonflipside2]

Beautiful views … safe travels to you and the family ❤😺

[@getwhtugiv]

Pumpkin patch looks great! Enjoy each season!

[@danielwade303]

I was in Main as a kid but I haven’t been back so thank you for a video on Main. Best wishes for a happy trip!

[@TyMitchell-x1t]

Just a shout out to ya. We went full time in February and watched a ton of videos when we were preparing. Still watch a lot. You guys are our favorite. You make it fun and interesting. Thanks for the content!

[@matthewmanross8962]

Enjoy your videos we have never been to Maine so y’all are going to be our tour guides to help us choose where to visit

[@NeilWoodside]

The coastal interstates up through New England are the busiest routes, with tons of (sometimes aggressive) traffic and congestion. Lots of tolls as well. You might enjoy more northerly routes when you head west. You would find spectacular scenery, charming small towns, many RV campgrounds and a more relaxed experience. Usually lower campground prices and very few tolls. When towing our 30' west from midcoast Maine, we prefer heading to around Lake Champlain before turning south. You might enjoy the difference. Safe travels!

[@charlenecastaldo3602]

Glad you found such a lovely campground! In Maine, too! #ThanksHanks Thanks Dexter! Only wrong with your videos is they are never long enough. Who can get enough of the Hanks.... Nobody! Hope those repairs weren't too expensive. Keep smiling. 😊😊😼

[@jimmyers9016]

We Love you guys! Great video, keep being real that’s what sets you guys apart from most of the other Rv Chanels ! Hope to meet you both sometime

[@sherrithornton3073]

We have camp hosted and have an Airbnb. The noon checkout and 4 pm checkin times give the workers a 'window' to clean the sites. Sometimes you can't start right at noon to clean because of errands etc. And not everyone leaves on time.

[@therealstryf9978]

I’ve learned a lot from you guys, we just bought our first camper, sold house and are full timing in my last year in the military. I have a f250 and just got a forced first trip because of the hurricane, I learned that after moving in we increased the weight, and my truck will now be getting airbags installed in the middle of this evac. That trip was nerve racking on 95 heading to South Carolina.

[@stevenkaskus6173]

Agree, make sure to further investigate anything that the dealership told you you needed to have done and if you decide to do them check with repair shops about pricing too.

[@Julietabowlasoup]

It’s so cool watching you make the same drive I’ve made so so any times!

[@freedomontheloose]

A great trip that you guys are on! Sights looks great! Thanks for sharing!

[@kerriechandler]

I love your autumn 🍂 decorations, I was so excited with you when they didn’t get wrecked, autumn 🍂 is my favourite time of the year, opposite to you ( it’s spring here)

[@robertcolpitts4534]

That multi-state transponder sounds like a terrific idea! In Texas, we rock TollTags, which are good in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. I hope they expand to other states as well!

[@LynbrookMutt]

Kyle, here on the Oregon coast, 62 is a hot day! Shorts, T-shirt, and flip flops. Enjoy Maine!!! I lived in Brunswick a couple of years. Grew up a Navy brat. We were stationed there '79-'81, back when BNAS was still an operational Naval base. Love your channel!!!

[@jackiem4454]

Howdy from Australia! Love the content! The toll pass we have here. Pretty much the same as what you were talking about, put money on it and when you go through a tolled road it beeps. We had had it for a while but mostly the new expensive roads. Keep the great content coming!

[@TexasChance58]

Oh, and we love your harvest decor! My husband was dying laughing because as we were watching I was also decorating MY mantle with little punkins, etc.

[@Mshannon75]

Hello from Maine. Glad you made it up here!

[@MikeMcDonald-b6n]

Thanks for all you do! Welcome to our neck of the woods. I work in Arundel and looking forward to hearing about the rest of your trip!

[@DeniceMyers]

To preface this comment I have to say we loveeeeeee watching you guys! Yours is the channel we even watch how to video content, only because you’re so entertaining!! However I have to say we’re a little disappointed that you’re not sharing more of your travels and actual tourist stuff you do, just saying we miss more of the outings 🤪

[@Inyourdeems]

Love the fall decorations!! So sweet!!

[@Worthrhetime]

You guys have such a nice vibe. Thx appreciate it.

[@Danno-in-Maine]

You got here to early for the fall colors, you also didn’t get into the real Maine. Acadia National Park is a must. Hope you get some more Maine time.

[@TexasChance58]

You're cracking me up. First you get us addicted to those darn Dot's churro pretzels and NOW you cut back on snacks. FIGURES!

[@JCMercyGrace]

🤣

[@FarawayFishers]

Love to see Ney towing! I love when my wife takes the drive on a travel day, we're lucky guys Kyle! Another great video as always! Curious to see how the innovative solution TSD toll thing goes, been looking into that, but sounds too good to be true! staying tuned

[@doreen8454]

Maine is our happy place and we go there from Rhode Island at least once a year when the blueberries are in season. We bought 110 pounds this year. While you're in Maine be sure to ear Lobsta and Blueberry Pie.

[@Monheganer]

Welcome to Maine! I was on route 1 a lot last week and looked for you but no luck. I hope you have a great time despite the truck repairs. Thank you for another enjoyable video.

[@RayLyle-kx2ks]

Great video and Carl I hope you gotten you issue repaired with the tire wear. Great looking campgrounds y’all have been showing. Stay safe and happy travels

[@JoannePierro-k1h]

watching the beautiful landscape and you guys while having dinner. Be safe out there! love your videos.

[@williamslyer318]

Hello Kyle and Renae, We were in Wells Maine this past summer and always have a great time. We stayed in Moody motel and did some sight seeing,I want to mention that Cape Elizabeth in Portland Maine was fantastic . Enjoy Maine and have great time. from Nancy and Bill Slyer

[@scootertrash1953]

i liked when nana was pulling out on the road she had her left hand on the wheel and right hand on her coffee cup like she was shifting gears.😂.good video

[@lancewulfers2502]

You guys are a blast. Enjoy the northeast.

[@pamking8137]

Add the cottage to the eggs before you cook them! Delish! Totally agree with you about the late check ins!