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Some of you might know that, when we first started researching RVs, we had our sights set on a Class A Diesel Pusher. Once we started looking at toy haulers, we realized that was a much better choice for us. But, we still have wondered what it’s like to drive and travel in one. In this video, we satisfied that curiosity!
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[@julsnwv]

Omg when Phil coughs and says “not Covid” lol the most relatable thing ever.

[@NemoNemuNeme]

Listen. You have to say that. Any time I cough people start looking suspicious. A friend of mine had to remind people that hay fever is still a thing that happens.

[@jmburk55]

When telling Phil how to turn in Phil and Stacy's video, your statement, "The whole truck is the front wheel of the vehicle" Is hands down the BEST statement ever on towing a 5th wheel. Great videos from both channels!

[@ChangingLanes]

🙏

[@atlantamom21]

*sneezes*.. “not covid “....that was hilarious 😂🤣

[@elizabethsteen581]

Who in the world would dislike this video??? Smh... Love you guys and little Miss Daisy!!!

[@VIi726]

And before it was even possible to watch the video lol

[@barbhenley5544]

I agree I love both couples. Watch. Both all the time.

[@eastofi-95nc54]

My grandmother always told myself if you don’t have something nice to say then just move on.. I am old school. I love my old school life...😘

[@lawrencecollier9112]

I had always had trailers and fifth wheels pulled by pick ups. I have now switched to a pusher class A. The ride is so much better and I call the windshield my IMAX going down the road.

[@allens7476]

I went from a class A diesel to an Airstream trailer. I loved driving the class A, but the upkeep took the fun out of it. $500 oil changes, $275 air filter, tires are $3500 for a set. Too many systems, all needing service. It just was too big for me at this time in my life. Today the Airstream is perfect. If I won the lottery, I'd get another class A, but high end like a Bluebird or Eagle. (and let someone else maintain it.)

[@randallrich7051]

The larger 45' coaches ride much better and have tons more space. Great job guys!

[@bobabooie6389]

Exactly

[@philsmith6388]

Those are some great friends too have. Love watching you guys and be safe out there.

[@larrybrown1124]

Please do more of these "Shared Content" vids with Phil & Stacy! Well done!

[@arbonneladyTN]

YES!! It is fun to see all my favorite Navy people doing these! #GoNavy

[@holmesfamily2058]

We had a Class A for 14 years. Great for sandwich, while going down the road, and easy rest stop nap, and go. Also great to pull our 2 door Jeep Wrangler, and the Jeep was great for navigating around towns, and trails. But, the 5th Wheel, has so much more room, as the driving seat takes up 5 feet of living space. In my opinion driving a HD pickup truck is so much easier, than driving a big Class A. Also easier to park the 5ther in smaller camping sites, than the Class A. You also have to take into consideration, the depreciation curve of a $250k Class A and what it takes to keep it maintained

[@doodlebug4022]

You both do such a wonderful job with your channel. I also visited the “a more information” section about you two and your rig, motorcycle, truck, etc and it had lots of beneficial information. Very informative, very thorough and very delightful. Fantastic channel. Thank you for all of your hard work and for all of the entertainment. Happy New Year.

[@ChosenAdventures]

Great video! Never drove a large Class A, yet, but we love our Grand Design 5th wheel! We enjoy your channel... blessing!

[@alaskangalb]

NICE! Two of my favorite channels. Glad you all got to experience that.

[@travisdelp3214]

I'm laughing at the fact that Phil is photobombing you in his own RV at the end

[@todayissomeday]

Now you see the real Phil and what I live with on a daily! 😂😂😂

[@travisdelp3214]

@@todayissomeday At least you aren't bored🤣

[@ChangingLanes]

We cracked up when we discovered that in editing! 😂🤣

[@amandaleah6093]

@@ChangingLanes favorite part. 😂😂😂😂

[@troyrader9710]

I've watched both of you long enough that I was literally watching Phil in that part of the video, KNOWING he was going to do something. He didn't disappoint! :) Both videos are great and I have really loved following both of your travels the last few years. Thanks for spending the time to produce such quality content, and keeping it fun and informative. It's also cool when the 2 couples I watch most, collaborate on something like this.

[@donaldgenenavarro]

love the RV reference. i think i have watched that movie a hundred times! i like this comparison video.

[@timinsandiego6979]

Yup yup... caught the co-video yesterday. Fun comparison and a bit helpful too. Happy travels, you two!

[@stephensimms6637]

Loved this comparison. I've been watching you guys and Phil and Stacy for 18 months and I never miss a week. I've learned a lot from both couples. Love you guys.

[@meridethhendry5733]

Great video. Fun to watch both yours as well as Phill and Stacy’s. Two of my favorite RV KZbin couples! ❤️

[@Justthe2ofUs843]

I've had them both including tow behind, class a for me all the way. Getting ready to hit the road in April in a 35 foot class a. Hope to see you both on the road some day. You are all stand up folks.

[@n1uno1965]

Yeah! 2 of my favorite KZbinrs in one video! ❤️❤️❤️

[@FMTFXE22]

Instead of an airliner, maybe more like an Aircraft Carrier riding road waves. Heaving, rocking and rolling.

[@kateogilvie2500]

Love seeing the comparison and seeing you all together!

[@Fuzzy_Noodle]

I just moved up to a 42 foot fifth wheel from a 30 foot bumper pull. We went to Michigan to get it. Drove it 2500 miles in 3 and a half days. I cannot believe how well it tows compared to a travel trailer. I used to drive school bus also. I would take the fifth wheel any day. So much space. I would never look down on anyone for choosing different than me of course. But wow other than the higher revs with tow haul on can hardly tell it’s there.

[@kennethlancon2518]

Innovative idea to change spaces and get a first hand experience with a different type of RV!! Lots of good insight shared by two experienced RV couples. Informative and entertaining! Two thumbs up!

[@johnthorpe6333]

Hi Guys It is great to see a video with two channels working together. Great fun and good info for people looking to decide on what to buy.

[@royh729]

Great idea for a video. Have watched both and its really neat listening to each other describe the differences. We are like you we enjoy our Momentum toy hauler with the space for the motorcycle. Phil & Stacy have a great channel as well. Safe travels

[@DJILLEE]

You guys and Phil and Stacy seem to have similar personalities so it’s really cool to see you guys hanging out. Good way to help each other’s channels grow as well!

[@jaytomson7052]

This is awesome... and eye-opening!

[@davidknaebe5123]

Great to see the two power couples of RV youtubing together.

[@gamusselman]

Appreciate the comparison, we have been debating between the Class A and 5th wheel. I think the pros and cons you highlighted are helpful to our decision. For us, so far, the Class A is the way to go.

[@Graygeezer]

Love it when you four get together!

[@golfnut2599]

We've had both currently we have a newmar dutch star diesel pusher 38 foot with 4 slides. in order to make it more affordable we purchased it used 4 years ago and it's a 2005, it has 75,000 miles and runs like a dream, we bought it from a private party and paid $60K. We much prefer the class A but if you need a toy hauler the 5th wheel is the way to go.

[@dianashelton1371]

I love how your rigs are color coordinated.

[@lorettaperham7353]

AWESOME VIDEOS!!WE LOVE WATCHING BOTH CHANNELS!!

[@1raceygirl]

Great video! We recently started watching, thanks for sharing with us! From Oregon, see you on the road!

[@richardcoyle2635]

Great video. Watched the one with Phil and Stacy to. Glad to see ya again.

[@allenbazar2707]

That was a pretty neat video swapping out. That helps a person like myself who doesn’t know what he wants yet. So much choices..

[@andysukosd8177]

Loved this video, love the couple you hooked up with. Your all great, Thanks for this video...

[@Augiebracerofam]

I like the color coordinated rigs. Air ride, air brakes, and you didn’t try to see if the horn toots. Great job and thank you for sharing.

[@Tom.and.Missy.Northam]

Great video from two of the coolest couples. Your rigs are almost the same color. Love Phil in the front seat while you guys were talking at the end. Two Navy guys, love it !!

[@richt.4900]

Such a nice start to the year seeing you guys, congratulations on giving everyone the feel good factor! 🤗👍🏻😉

[@elisamuelcuadrado2144]

After looking at both videos I have to agree that class A is easier to maneuver and set up but you can’t beat the fifth wheel space. I can’t wait to get one. I just need Chad to come to AZ and teach me 😂

[@jimfrazer5428]

Love Both y'alls channels. Boys with Toys! They need to make more toy hauler class A. Love my 40 ft Newmar. Drives as smooth as my gmc Denali. But, I do want more room. Great videos.

[@homesteadingusa]

We are doing exactly like your video, except we are going from a Class A to a 5th wheel. Love your videos and my wife and I have learned a lot from your experience. Love You two! Keep the videos coming. Stay Safe

[@RunawaywithUsRV]

Enjoyed this video! We love our Class A RV. Now we have to go and watch Phil and Stacey.

[@MooreArtFromTheHeart]

Love your videos!! Happy Trails. Hope to see you on the road someday!

[@jenniferlynn1037]

Great video!! Thanks for getting together with another of my favorite nomads for a collab!!

[@laarni2020]

You two are amazing! We have watched all your takes. As we await our new Leisure Travel RV - ETA Sept, watching and learning from you guys. Keep it coming and stay safe always!! Rick and Laarni Stransky, Sonoma California

[@davidherz9597]

Awesome stuff. 2 of my favorite RV couples

[@BrokenDreamsReborn]

We watched both videos and we thought Chad did a phenomenal job instructing Phil on how to drive the fifth wheel. Daisy was just adorable looking over at Phil driving her dad's truck! Chad looked very comfortable driving the motor home and looked like he was having fun! :-)

[@KiddThrifty]

I hadn’t realized how similar your paint schemes are until now. Thanks for the comparison.

[@thervexperiment7009]

Been watching all you guys for a bit over a year. As nice as the 5th wheel is and the extra room the pusher makes it rough. I’m still young enough I need my toys. I’m sitting in Quartzite right now, thanks for helping me wind down. Be safe Dale from Oregon.

[@michaelkoceja5552]

I have a 1976 and 1978 class a GMC Motorhome. They all have there advantages. Love the channel

[@davidoverholt251]

Wonderfull you two share with our other great RV fulltimers! Phil and Stacy are awesome!

[@ChangingLanes]

Yes they are! 😊

[@famleelife7533]

💜💜💜 just sold our Class A then sold for a 5th wheel last year. It is a different trip for sure. I do miss my Class A. 🇨🇦 keep well and stay safe

[@stephaniefitch4713]

It’s very cool you guys got to try to each others rigs out. Hope you all had fun.

[@thomastheys6681]

That was fun! Thank you Thomyt ps love Stacey and Phil!

[@duckiegirl58]

That A has a fairly short wheel base, easier/Tighter corners but more trail swing. Coolness!

[@chadwilliams5536]

Love seeing this. I’m subscribed to both of your channels and it’s great to see both together in the same video.

[@harterbob]

So cool that you are both friends with Phil and Stacy. We love their channel. Like them, we drive a class A diesel pusher. I have a fear of backing trailers. Long story, but it's from early in my Army career.

[@richardgerster6526]

I have been towing a trailer of one kind or another for over 40 years since I was about 15 starting with a pickup and horse trailer to a Kenworth and fuel tankers and I would never switch. Great videos from both couples. It’s good to see a couple of guys from the worlds greatest Navy hanging together.

[@crystalherrin7858]

Two of my favs to watch!!! fun videos!!!

[@susansnyder6373]

Yes love our fifth wheel also. Thought about motor home when we finally get to go full time..... but we are gonna stick with 5th wheel. Love the space we have 👍

[@brucegruenbaum]

As I said on Phil & Stacey’s channel, thank you so much for doing this! My wife and I are still in the research phase and while I love the “towing this beast” video, you made it look so easy because you have the experience. Seeing Phil drive it for the first time was incredibly valuable! Thank you all for being willing to allow each other to drive your own homes around! That took some serious trust! Also, you confirmed a lot of our reservations about the Class A when you talked about the way the rig rocked. As much as it may be possible to go into the back of a Class A while you’re moving, the reality is whether it is safe, and that’s not something I’m willing to risk. Having “the Shark” (our bike) with us is a must, so we’re in the same place you guys are and this just reinforces it. Ever thought about starting a 5th wheel driving school? 😂

[@marshaadams5501]

Two of my favorite channels coming together! We love our Class A but if I were younger I’d want your 5th wheel! At our age...late 50’s...we need the convenience of having everything right behind us lol especially when the hubby drinks tea!!! Every 30 minutes he makes his way to the half bath....good thing I’m the driver 😊😊 Glad you got to experience driving a class A! When we first got our diesel pusher in 2012 after having a 32’ bumper pull for 5 years, the first thing I did while driving was sing, “I’m on the top of the world, lookin down on creation” lol Have a class A gasser now and love it!!! I can do the maintenance unlike the DP. Haven’t dealt with big mountains yet so we’ll see 😊 Great video as usual!

[@JimCouch]

I watch their video yesterday, I think it's pretty cool y'all are friends. We have been following you both from the beginning.

[@mattsmith107]

Loved the video with my 2 favorite couples on the move!

[@davidallred4611]

Great video as usual!

[@richardcoyle2635]

Great vid and info. Looked like fun. Zip line yes.

[@Rdixon1203]

Thanks for the content- as always I learned a lot!! 😊 We’re currently shopping for our first rig and leaning towards a fifth wheel for numerous reasons, but it was helpful to hear the pros & cons of both!

[@harvesthunt]

LOL. Love seeing Phil peeping from his windshield at 12:52! :)

[@daveanddianethrowingcautio5707]

We fulltimed in 2 different Class A's for 6 1/2 years and have now been in a 5th wheel for almost 2 years. Travel days Class A hands down for us and while siting we prefer the 5th wheel even though the last Class A was very homey. And you are correct, even now that we are used to setup and take down on travel days it was faster in he Class A but we are not in a race. Fun to watch both of your video's.

[@CharmaineSilva777]

Both of you couples are awesome! I enjoy both of y'alls videos

[@Jolene64]

That was an awesome video! I see that Gizmo was not concerned at all with Chad driving the Class A, but it seemed that Daisy was wanting to give Phil some pointers when driving your rig :) That was so funny with Phil posing in his rig near the end of the video LOL Love watching you two and Miss Daisy (of course)

[@livinlargeinalittlerv9102]

You guys rocked it!!! We are still in a fifth wheel as well. I've owned both but as we age we wouldn't mind being in a Class A. I drove a 45' tour bus but don't want that much length due to some campsite restrictions. As a former trucker driver our 5ther is not hard for me. We did divorce the dolly as Phil would say. It was not an issue, but could be since we were 10' over length in Texas. (75' in all) We love your channel and how down to earth y'all are. Continued prayers for Tara's health. Safe and happy travels. Gator

[@rvhome5599]

We watched the co video the other day, it was so cool , safe travels

[@saraann4489]

fun seeing a collaborative video from you guys!

[@FMTFXE22]

Hello to my two favorite RV travel KZbinrs. I have a video suggestion when the four of you are back together. I think both of the gentlemen are former military, I think both Navy. I think many of your followers would like to hear a camp fireside chat on both your individual military careers. Both formal and fun and serious stories. And maybe talk about how each other’s military positions interacted and relied on each jobs in terms on how our countries military performs as required and expected. Just a thought. Thank you both for your service. ❤️🇺🇸👍.

[@alanwortham6413]

I'll take one of each. LOL! Enjoyed both videos from my two favorite channels.

[@VIi726]

Too big for me and places I want to go. I just sold my 5th wheel and I’m building out a camper van. I’m stoked!

[@Nezgaming]

Love how both your 5th wheel and their Class A color scheme matched

[@kvt41pq]

This is EXACTLY what I wanted to know. GOOD IDEA

[@jc525exc]

You Guys are Great. I watch both your channels and really enjoy your posts. I've driven both Class A with 30ft trailer and 5th wheel behind my Cummins Truck. Each has plus & minus features. I also ride an MC and love taking it with me, so 5th wheel is my choice for now. We have Labs, so the garage also works at the dog house- woof woof!

[@4LowRocks]

We're pulling a 28-foot bumper pull trailer with our truck these days and I do really enjoy the technical challenges of pulling a trailer, backing it into a spot, etc. But, I do think if we ever decide to go full time, it would probably be in a diesel Class A with a toad pull behind. Great video - Phil and Stacy did an excellent job on their companion video as well.

[@stevelange9012]

What a fun couple of videos, yours and YMRV!! I was watching Phil try to do the calculation about which way to turn the truck steering wheel to make the 5th wheel go the correct way during backup. Not sure if you have heard this one ... grab the bottom of the steering wheel. If you want the 5th wheel to go right, push your hand to the right. push left for left. Simple.

[@brianjones2800]

Good to see you keep your GDRV

[@darisanshanger1616]

This is so funny.. I knew this was Phil and Stacy just from the rig and cars! Love Em!!

[@dwanehoughtaling419]

Thanks! Ya'll (with Stacy & Phil) have addressed a question I've had for quite some time. I cannot wait to see their channel for their views on the 5th wheel.

[@joshsuperduty1270]

Great 👍 video guys best one yet

[@bradgump1236]

Great video guys

[@tanya334]

Absolutely love both of your channels 😀 🥰🥰

[@selena0ldenoughtoknowbette244]

I am subscribed to both. Love both of your channels. Fun watching maybe (Stacy) spying on you in the background. We are fifth wheelers all the way too. Thanks for the fun videos.

[@royfarley2602]

Enjoy your Adventures and Commentarys. Safe Travels

[@wonderwhere2wander9]

Great video and great comparison

[@michaelthompson3679]

Great video two of my favorite rv You tubers

[@janetdecker4408]

LOL...Phil’s photobomb @12:46. Thank you for this comparison video. We’re looking for a retirement rig and plan on taking our motorcycles. This is good information.

[@terrymjinks]

Great video. You hit the nail on the head. It's about priorities, and likes vs dislikes. There is no one size fits all or one type fits all RV. I could be wrong but I think Newmar came out with a front engine diesel coach.

[@deanwebster]

As always, Great video! :)

[@lisamcgrath3132]

Looks like that was fun!!!

[@timengle3042]

Xlnt commentaries. We currently have a 1985 Yellowstone 5th wheel which we got our feet wet from tent camping. We love the 5th wheel aspect as they have a ton more room. We have not got behind the wheel in a class A. From what we have experienced with "old yeller" 5th wheels are easy to tow. We really enjoyed your comments and got a kick out of watching Phil sweat driving your rig.