I DID IT! Cleaned all 3 of our air conditioners! I am a 66 yr old female and got on our Winnebago 42QD and got it done. Thanks for the video…easy Peasy!
@robwestley73703 жыл бұрын
Sandra Westley from the UK well done, I am 76 and it would be impossible for either of us to get on top of our trailer, but at the start of the season we pay to have it fully serviced and completely washed and polished professionally, it looks really good, we feel at our age having had trailers for 40 years plus, we have earned being looked after, we still what to keep using our trailer so these are what you have to accept.😹😹
@NationalRVTrainingAcademy3 жыл бұрын
It’s time to have Stacy come teach a class at the academy!
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂 I did teach nursing school! I can be just as messy!!
@WILDEBILL3083 жыл бұрын
I bet she could do a great job.
@CheleBoxy3 жыл бұрын
PHIL!! Your tongue must be BLOODY from biting it every time Stacey said "hot water heater" 🤣🤣🤣
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Right!!!
@joefranco53973 жыл бұрын
I think it’s awesome that Stacy can and does some of the maintenance when needed, kudos to Stacy.👍🏼👍🏼
@ThisAdventureFamily3 жыл бұрын
👏
@annek12263 жыл бұрын
Every woman who RV’s as a couple needs to know how to do these things! I became as competent to make repairs as my better half! Two heads are better than one!
@rey11able Жыл бұрын
Very good portable AC. Very good price as well for the performance!
@TonyMagzz3 жыл бұрын
Awesome job Stacey! Heal up quickly Phil! On our '15 33AA AC units, I also pour an ounce of chlorine into a solo cup of water, and then pour the mix into the condensate trays. Keeps the drip lines clear and the duck bill from getting clogged. Safe travels y'all!
@rvhome55993 жыл бұрын
Stacy, get a product called: EasyLiner Select Grip PVC Shelf Liner cut it to fit under your coffee pot and anything else you have on your counter that you don’t want to move during transport. I’ve used this under my Keurig coffee pot and my coffee pod holder and never ever have had it move and we’ve owned a lot of different coaches from a 40’ class A to smaller class A’s and even class C’s and use these under stuff I want to leave out on our counter and it never moved. My paper towel holder fell over but did t slide lol. I wouldn’t recommend you leave stuff on a counter in any pull behind trailer but in the drivable these work great. Hope this helps and still empty your coffee pot out though.
@marycraig94343 жыл бұрын
Gorilla makes a really good grippy shelf liner too
@rvhome55993 жыл бұрын
@@marycraig9434 thanks good to know, didn’t know gorilla had one out there
@oursenioradventures85133 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness Stacy I’m hearing you loud and clear! This week my husband tore his Achilles tendon and we live in our RV full time. I’m stressing big time as I’ve never towed our trailer.
@cathymontowski1263 Жыл бұрын
I wanted to say thank you for all your tips on maintenance. What a difference it made with the window lube & slide lube. We bought a used diesel pusher and apparently they never did maintenance on it. Great job! Again Thank you
@todayissomeday Жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@rjw83162 жыл бұрын
Get 'er done tribe! Love it! Stacy is right though. Keep up the great work guys!
@roydavis22423 жыл бұрын
My wife would volunteer... to call someone. We have the diesel Oasis® water heather and it requires a bit more annual maintenance. It also heats the RV. When it comes to AC maintenance, don't overlook the bolts that hold the unit against the gaskets.(Inside unit) The vibration going down the road can cause them to back off. I know many RVers who put the coffee maker in the sink.
@christinavallem56693 жыл бұрын
We are seasonal campers. Maintenance is once a year. Some items make sense at the beginning of the season. Others as your putting the RV into winter storage.
@nruegner3 жыл бұрын
I just want to thank you both for your service to our country. It is people like you that make America great!
@ayeartovolunteer3 жыл бұрын
I (Phil) just did AC cleaning on my front AC which is only 10 months old and got a 12° cooler differential from before and after. 56° output versus 44 now! The outside temperature is 87° and the inside temperature is 81. Even though this is a newer AC, it has been periodically shutting down because I think it is hitting some kind of a high temp shut off. I went up and the coils looked clean but holy cow! It doesn’t matter how your coils look as much as doing the routine maintenance! Wow!
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@WilliamEnnis43803 жыл бұрын
You could also use a food grade anti-seize on the anode rod threads.
@BEACHBALL563 жыл бұрын
I put the coffeemaker in the sink with a towel around it when underway.
@playinatlife57783 жыл бұрын
I have an appliance garage so the coffeemaker goes there, but I do put the coffee pot in the sink if there's still coffee left. Isn't it a mortal sin to pour out perfectly good coffee? That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
@MountainBeaches3 жыл бұрын
We do the same thing. Works great, and peace of mind. We also have a 5th Wheel so we have no idea what's going on back there as we're driving down the road. 👀
@1950bobk3 жыл бұрын
Good job. Now Pat wants to do the AC units. My knees will not take the ladder and bending :D
@annek12263 жыл бұрын
You go girl!
@stana2z3 жыл бұрын
Way to stick to the SOP “Everyone needs to know how to do everything”. Not do, but know how to do. PMS doesn’t wait for sick call. Water softener definitely helps the anode. Thanks for your service Phil & Stacey! Good job roof mistress Stacey!!
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Great point!
@QLFProductions Жыл бұрын
Excellent Job Guys!!!!!!! Really appreciate the channel and the information!
@rvvideoswiththomyt52633 жыл бұрын
it's amazing that we all have the same issues with our coaches. ThomyT
@ChrisZwolinski3 жыл бұрын
I think it’s time Stacy goes to the school since she’s doing a lot of the work.
@buzzowen71933 жыл бұрын
Happy to hear ‘Hot Water Heater’ used by someone besides me. Maybe it’s a Texas thang for me. I’ve been called out many, many times for using those 3 words together. I’ve been asked why I use the word Hot when describing a Water Heater. People tell me Water Heater is enough to describe the piece of equipment. “Whatever”...I like Hot Water Heater. Stacy has it right!!
@explor7943 жыл бұрын
wow somebody married well, I love your honesty not claiming to be experts on everything.
@duncanjames9143 жыл бұрын
You two are clearly wonderful people. I watch your channel as much for the content (learning) as I do to watch you both in action. I like the get-er-done PHILosophy when there's a job at hand. Enjoy folks.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Love it
@JPacheco Жыл бұрын
I truly appreciate this video. I am a hands on visual learner and you helped me tremendously by doing this. Thank you and hope to encounter you guys out there one day.
@stephaniefitch47133 жыл бұрын
I agree with you Phil get in there and get the job done and get out
@eddiemontgomery11193 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video. Way to go Stacy on the AC’s. Thank you all for your service.
@vincehooper90593 жыл бұрын
I was just searching the internet for an editable checklist with no luck until I watched your video. Thank you!
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@aaronmay52783 жыл бұрын
Thanks, guys. You make me laugh while learning. As soon as I get my RV picked up. Hopefully, here in 2 weeks. I am scheduling NRVTA class.
@VETUSAF13 жыл бұрын
Being an old HVAC contractor you did an outstanding job on the AC.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
THanks!
@joeinopksw3 жыл бұрын
We’re in the process of prepping our newly bought old RV for some fun travels and this video helped cover some blind spots; we might of missed otherwise. Phil and Stacy, you balance each other. Thank you both for the tips.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@larrycox66143 жыл бұрын
Looks like your NRVTA schooling is coming in quite handy.
@debbizill98353 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this. Get better Phil.
@sunsetchaser973 жыл бұрын
Stacy you did a great job with the maintenance, and I wish Phil a speedy recovery!
@EatSleepRVRepeat3 жыл бұрын
Stacy is a Warrior! Girl Power! Lou & Angie
@dennysisk62603 жыл бұрын
Good job on your repair, lot of good helpful ideals on the maintenance and maintaining RV.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@kevinmcgo3 жыл бұрын
I did it, got up on the roof and serviced the two A/C units. As simple as you said it would be, and they were pretty clean. I bought a tool for straightening the fins but didn't use it, as you demonstrated, the brush on the cap of the cleaner did the trick. The hardest part was getting my large self up there. This would have been a $149 charge at my local repair shop. Thanks so much for this.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Sweet! Now you start a side job for others. It feels so good when you can knock out something like this and save some money in the process.
@rodneyrochon19013 жыл бұрын
The water filter talk was great. Changed my setup. Thank you.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@johnnylightning14913 жыл бұрын
I've got a copy of your spreadsheet that I will use to make a maintenance checklist for my new to me RV. Thanks guys. Keep the good stuff coming.
@susanvandegrift44663 жыл бұрын
We have a TT now, but have rented Class C's before and everything was tucked away when we traveled. In the event of an accident you definitely don't want a projectile coming at you. Glad you didn't get hurt. That was a helpful maintenance video! Thanks!
@RoamingwiththeRamsays3 жыл бұрын
Great job Stacy on the AC units. Phil, I have the same discussion with Alice when I just jump in and get things done without a camera.
@onealmr3 жыл бұрын
I hate your channel (SQUID!!), but I'm so addicted to it! The information, tips, tricks, and advice that you give are invaluable!!! You guys rock! Semper Fi (and thanks for the rides!). I always look forward to the next one!
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
We feel the love!! LOL
@twlongtine3 жыл бұрын
Flying coffee pot. Been there, done that. Rush hour traffic in Portland, OR. Learned a lesson.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Yikes!
@williamlambert28653 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear the RV training you received is useful. Great video on the AC.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
It sure is!
@tx_mountaineer82032 жыл бұрын
Thank you for recording all your maintenance and repairs. It is very helpful to understand everything involved. Keep up the great work. Safe travels.
@enigmamdw3 жыл бұрын
I love that yalls Navy comes out every once in a while. I'm about to retire myself. I'm going the skoolie route instead of your very nice RV. Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences.
@otistooley12803 жыл бұрын
HI FROM THE TOWN OF PRINCETON WEST VIRGINIA USA MERCER COUNTY. THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO.
@sandys26729 ай бұрын
Thanks Stacy, now I feel ready to do it!
@todayissomeday9 ай бұрын
You can do it!
@danieldee56313 жыл бұрын
Watched your video last night. We really love your channel. Downloaded your spread sheets!! Thanks for the advise on cleaning the A/C coils and conditioning the rubber on the slide out. Not sure if you mentioned to be careful with the A/C capacitors, as they retain their charge (even when power is turned off) until discharged. Thank you again Dan and Shirley.
@raymondschneider52173 жыл бұрын
Good job on the roof, Stacy; very nicely done. Totally agree with holding off replacing the anode rod; good call. All those "git-'er-done" fixes can be interesting, Phil. Y'all Be Safe!
@michaelcunningham28993 жыл бұрын
Love how you get the drone up to take the aerial pic of the rig heading down the highway! Thanks for the video.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! Chad from Changing Lanes videoed that for us.
@elensia71073 жыл бұрын
This video was VERY encouraging. The husband and I plan to retire as full-time RVers in 7+ years' time. RV maintenance worried me greatly--until this video! Watching Stacy dive right in and listening to her explain the processes made me less worried. Nice job and thank you for making this video!
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@cherylbrown41233 жыл бұрын
Love this.... thank you. And thank you for letting the 10 minute job take 20 or 30 by recording. 😀 We appreciate you both.
@scottstgermaine23583 жыл бұрын
Great video and yes Phil those little fixes like the counter edge needs to be videotape. Keep up the great work love your posts!
@kwhit65373 жыл бұрын
Phil getting old Sucks. I am going in for a MRI before another shoulder surgery and had 2 knee surgeries. I have paid more for repairs this year because I couldn't do the repairs myself. Be safe.
@jacquetaylor33933 жыл бұрын
This is awesome! I will be doing this soon!
@L2theWcarscoffeelife3 жыл бұрын
Not all water heaters have anode rods :) Mine is an Atwood has an aluminum tank no anode needed drove me nuts trying to find one then I find out there is not one at all lol good info to pass along
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
We mentioned that....thanks.
@delmarsbeensaved85693 жыл бұрын
Never underestimate the power of STACEY. Just to let you know I blamed my most recent purchase on you guys because STACEY is my wife's height. The ebikes are great 👍🏾👌🏾
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear! Enjoy the bikes!
@kingair3503 жыл бұрын
Lemon oil works great as an alternative to chemicals
@robwestley73703 жыл бұрын
Sandra Westley from the UK I am amazed at how close you are to your neighbours, we have to have more room between each plot, for fire safety, our pitch’s are not long but wide you are supposed to park on you pitch like 1 1 1 which is probably 40 ft wide, Rig, awning, truck, then there is at least 12’ ft before the next, so you have privacy and cannot hear your neighbours talking or anything, and should there be a fire your far enough from your neighbours not to be involved in anyway.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
I wish it was like there here. In some campgrounds RVs are so close if one catches fire the whole row could go!
@crusin733 жыл бұрын
Hi, yes the water softener takes out the metal and calcium deposits in the water which in turn helps to protect all of your plumbing and appliances that use water. my slide-out seals were looking fine, I tried to be pro-active and coated them with the conditioner, 2 weeks later one of the seals was eaten away in several spots. makes me wish i never sprayed them down. the one part of our RV I just can't seem to find replacement parts for. as far as the AC goes, if you are not in a dirty area, you should be fine for a while, but if the area you are in is dusty / dirty off the side of a freeway or something like that, it may need maintenance much sooner. I am in southern California where it is dry and dusty. when i do our ac maintenance I simply use compressed air and blow out the condenser and evaporator. I never use chemicals if I do not have to, mostly because my wife is sensitive to odors. JB Weld ?? OK if it makes you feel good...lol I would have used an epoxy cement also. I don't like to do the same repair twice especially do to weak repairing materials. another great video, best of health and safe travels.
@terryschultz18553 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info on maintenance. Keep up the good work!
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@nelsontucker43663 жыл бұрын
Congratulations you got Stacy on the roof excellent plan !
@itsme.rainilee3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the spreadsheet! We use Trello to keep track of maintenance. Allows me to set reminders so I get shamed by email when I forget!
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@JoseOrtiz-zb7gq Жыл бұрын
Awesome. Ty for the information.
@cherylbrown41233 жыл бұрын
I've shared this video with other people bcuz it is so informative.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kerryroderick83193 жыл бұрын
So nice to meet you 2 at the alamo Kerry
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for chatting with us!!! Have fun the rest of your trip.
@6582rg3 жыл бұрын
Good luck throughout the healing process, and I hope your back heals up. I can relate to your pain. I have to have cervical and lumbar ablations twice a year. It really gets old but it keeps me on my feet.
@RickandDarcirvadventures3 жыл бұрын
We had to have a mobile mechanic come out and replace grommets in our AC under the compressor. He charged $130 out of St. George, Utah.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Yikes!
@AveryFa3 жыл бұрын
Great info as usual, especially the tips on air conditioner/heat pump maintenance and another checklist item for our quarterly/annual maintenance schedule! FWIW, I've found that 3M 5200 Marine Adhesive/Sealant also works extremely well for potentially damp or wet areas like countertops.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@jessejames33183 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your videos. Thanks.
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@keithbrunette43183 жыл бұрын
Nice job guys!
@fredtew41623 жыл бұрын
You guys are an inspiring rv channel. Keep it up
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@travelingcatphotos3 жыл бұрын
Feel better Phil! Props to Stacy for stepping up to the plate! Wouldn't be my favorite either!
@gary3683 жыл бұрын
FYI. You first run the AC for 15 minutes, then check the Temps. as near to simultaneous as possible to get the temperature drop. Makes a big difference from the way you did it.
@sgoetzinger28153 жыл бұрын
I am not sure my hubby liked me watching this episode as now I have printed the maintenance spreadsheet and he has a lot of assignments - lol!!
@immasher21393 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean! My hubby does not care for the fact that I am learning so much on RV channels and that going full time will be as much work as maintaining a house!
@wallacehhenshawiii65813 жыл бұрын
Great information Thanks
@betweentherumblestripswithchri3 жыл бұрын
To prevent mud dubbers from causing problems with your water heater and gas refrigerator lay a dog flea collar inside on the shelf behind the cover and you may find your problem solved. I haven't had any problems since I started this.
@delmarsbeensaved85693 жыл бұрын
My only complaint about rv lifestyle is that the really cool t-shirts 😎 are rarely class A pictures
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Right
@bryanspears20453 жыл бұрын
FYI.. the condesor coil (outdoor, 2nd one) needs to be rinsed because it does not condensate in cooling.
@dennycappetta20353 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info, Phil & Stacy. Time for me to get on the roof.
@harterbob3 жыл бұрын
Great video, guys! Phil, glad your knee and back are on the mend. I need to show Barbara how to tackle those jobs on the roof so I don't have to go up there any more.
@GatorsRock02193 жыл бұрын
Great post, guys...I don't what I did or if it was just coincidence, but I cleaned my coils a few weeks ago and then the front unit stopped blowing cold air (d'oh!). Checked the capacitors, now it's off to the mechanic tomorrow. :( But yeah, getting those covers off is quite the chore!
@curtwalp51203 жыл бұрын
I can relate to get'er done, but really appreciate you showing us how you do things. Safe travels and good health.
@scottmulrooney84833 жыл бұрын
Phil, wishing you a quick recovery. Stacy, outstanding job! You may wish to include a few cups of bleach and hot water. Cleans the organic goop out of your ac drain lines. Just make sure they drain off the roof and you don't combine cleaner and bleach, that could have a s sporty reaction......
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@kipeast3 жыл бұрын
Stacey, Why would you want to heat your HOT water? Lol. Great job on the maintenance!
@stevecampbell28673 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the information that you share and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your life with everyone! Still working on getting everything sold off and hitting the road. Awesome videos and hope Phil's recovery goes well!
@webbphoto23 жыл бұрын
Stacy you are a star! hahaha My wife would never go up on our roof!
@tanya3343 жыл бұрын
Great video as usual 😁😁🥰🥰Safe Travels ❤
@todayissomeday3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You too!
@wortheverymile3713 жыл бұрын
So true when video taping it takes at least 3x as long
@babarock20003 жыл бұрын
She's a keeper for sure
@eqcmdeg3 жыл бұрын
Great Job Stacy!!! CDR, your getting a little lackadaisical, I think Stacy will be taking over ur Seabee responsibilities!!! HHOORRAAHH!!!
@davesabo39953 жыл бұрын
Phil...I always have to go back after doing a job once the wife looks at it! Hope you're doing well..
@FASTNUFC63 жыл бұрын
Be careful when poking around under the A/C shroud even with the power off. You still need to stay away from the capacitor and its wiring unless you discharge it first. Get ahold of it by mistake and it can knock your **** in the dirt.
@joshcalibo84652 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the tips! Go Marines 😝
@weswilde3 жыл бұрын
Love you all, from another NAVY VET!
@greensnapper16023 жыл бұрын
very good info.. Big High 5 to Mz. Stacy..
@paulhitchcock87153 жыл бұрын
Keep it up guys
@brucegruenbaum3 жыл бұрын
Stacy should start teaching some of the classes at NRVTA! 😜