One Last Problem, One Last Paradise: Slim's Road Trip Finale

Before heading home I encounter go through one last breakdown however end the trip at a beautiful free campsite by the lake.
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[@Photobyhart]

I’m highly impressed that you plugged and repaird the tire yourself. Your talents and skills seem to be endless.

[@SilverFlint247]

I am even more impressed that he did it with the wheel still on the Jeep, cramped in the wheel well. The procedure is much easier with the wheel removed!

[@hildeschmid8400]

My late husband did it often.

[@justlookin3]

Thanks for sharing your saga and stories. This reminds me that “s###“ happens. Even to KZbinrs.

[@sjfk1306]

It’s not complicated…

[@coldspring624]

One of the best things to see in this whole adventure was you overcoming your fear of the water. Enjoy it Slim it is a special gift to all of us.

[@chrislincoln489]

Slim, next time put the repair glue on the plug. It makes inserting the plug a lot easier and helps in sealing the leak.

[@jamesscott1932]

If you run out of the special glue that comes with the plug kit, use a liberal dose of rubber cement.

[@greggthunderburg7294]

I noticed that too.

[@jefflunt9615]

I noticed the glue thing too. Was surprised it worked as well as it did without any glue.

[@garylindenmuth7468]

Some of the plugs have some sort of sticky substance in the plug , I personally like the lube and heavier plug but as usual Slim comes thru

[@SlimPotatohead]

@chrislincoln489 I disagree. The most important thing is to follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to use their product. I did. The plug already had its own adhesive, and to add an additional solvent may actually reduce its effectiveness. The cement included was for patches, not plugs. Thanks! SP

[@jdedmnds1]

I always carry rubber cement to put on the rope plug, it helps it go in and seal up. Also if you give it a half turn then pull the tool out it stays in better.

[@pauldean3935]

Slim, I've been following you for years now and rarely comment, but thought I'd just toss out a ThankYou from Navejo National Monument free campground, where I just watched this courtesy of my weboost directional antenna and cell booster...things I learned about from you!

[@originalsixx]

Thanks for taking us along on your adventures. Going home after a long time away is always a good feeling for me. I imagine you're ready to get some work done on your cabin now. Looking forward to see your progress. Take care, Slim.

[@ruirodrigues9122]

Front tires you can just turn the wheel to expose the tire for more leverage. Rears...really need to remove for leverage in inserting the plug. Reaming the hole sounds counter intuitive but is critical. Plug has to go all the way into the hole and get caught in it as u pull the tool out. Ive done a few with these kits...work great if used properly. Great series.

[@flyovercounty1427]

Tire plug kits: look for one with T handles on the tools. It is much easier to use the reamer and insert and withdraw the plug needle with T handles. If possible face the puncture at 7 to 9 o'clock so you can yard the needle tool straight out without having to "lift" on the tool inside the wheel well.

[@r8edrv4fun65]

Thanks for taking us along and showing me how to patch a tire 😊 That's what I like about your channel... you show the truths and how they affect your day. Waiting for the next cabin update 😊

[@derick-smith]

Slim, you found the best kayak launching spot I've ever seen! Almost like it was calling your name. Thanks for sharing your journey with us!

[@larryvincent1083]

Thank you for always showing us the good, along with the bad and the ugly! Love your videos.

[@robertstrohm2412]

You’re such a calming presence. Always enjoy your adventures.

[@ianrobinson4501]

I allways enjoy your adventures even when things go wrong

[@AtomicGeckoBrewing]

Your narrations remind of watching Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom listening to Marlin Perkins when I was a kid. Love your shows. Keep doing what your doing!

[@davebenson1504]

I worked in a service station in the late 60's and I plugged many tires... in those days we dipped the plug in glue first, but they weren't sticky to begin with 🙂 when I saw the green hands at the end of the video... I was thinking The Green Hulk had taken your kayak 😂🤣😂 Thanks for sharing your adventures Slim

[@richardthomas1743]

Well this vacation definitely presented some challenges when it came to mechanical issues with the Jeeps wheel bearings , your trailers hitch frame and then the Jeep tire. BUT you over came all of those issues. I am sure that two of those repairs left your wallet a lot lighter. But the important thing is that your safe. Thank you for taking us along with you through your awesome videos. I greatly enjoy them and appreciate you! Thumbs UP! 👍💯

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks Richard! SP

[@Frannieville]

Thumb, UP? Is he in Michigan?

[@maryj1754]

@@Frannieville- He was in Maine.

[@Garrett9339]

Slim I came across your channel while searching for inspiration in regards to New Hampshire camping. I've been hooked on your videos ever since. Your sense of calm during the tribulations you experienced on this trip is admirable. Keep on keeping on my friend

[@squidgypants722]

Thank you once again for taking us along with your adventures. Stay safe Slim. Paul from England. 👍

[@copious_amounts-unknown8897]

Another outstanding and beautiful video Slim! Thank you for sharing. May your travels be safe 🙏

[@markthomas6980]

I got a flat a few months ago on I 75 in Georgia.. I pulled off the highway and luckily there was a Goodyear tire center.l. I have Firestone tires. They pulled me right in patched and said. NO CHARGE.. so nice of them. We gave the guys $40 tip..

[@pamflowers8364]

Really looking forward to your next cabin build video. Love watching the progression.

[@azclaimjumper]

Look for a Tire Repair kit that comes with a T-handle tool instead of a straight handle tool. You can get a better grip with a T-handle tool & generate more push/pull force. Being prepared to change a tire & start a dead battery are two things everyone should have in the way of the needed tools. A spare Metal Safety gas can is also something everyone should have when traveling cross country. And last, but not least, a gallon of water for self or radiator, just in case. Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada

[@robotica6089]

This was helpful to me. I didn't know about tire patch kits for vehicles. Sad, but true! I also appreciated the Zombie Alert. Hilarious! Thanks for another great video.❤

[@jaybyrne8675]

Great video! Little tip, carry a small tube of rubber cement in your kit. It will actually act like a lube to make things a lot easier when putting the plug rope in and removing the tool. It will also fill any potential gaps and set the plug better once it dries. Safe travels :-)

[@jamiejack764]

Slim helps me so much with my mental problems

[@nancysadirondackart50]

Your trips are always fun to along on with you . Beautiful places and you make them even prettier with your camera work. Thanks.

[@sheilabundren2037]

Sorry for the tire, but you always have a positive attitude. Thanks for sharing and visiting the states.

[@lynette8234]

It’s a great day when Slim posts. Thank you, I learn so much from your channel n always come away calm n inspired for the day 🙋‍♀️

[@rgknowlton1]

Hi, Slim. Check out the Stop n Go tire plug kit. It inserts the mushroom plug using screw leverage, so it's so much easier in tight quarters. The one with the black insert tool, not the big green tool.

[@billyasher6446]

13:47 I always enjoy going along with you on your trips.

[@Scootersps]

One of the issues with the fixing a flat is not only the plug but just driving on a low tire. I pluged a tire and thought I was ok then after watching another KZbin video about how driving even a small distance on a low tire can damage it I decided to take it in. When they removed the tire from the rim it was all ripped up on the inside of the sidewall with no damage on the outside. basically a blowout ready to happen at any time. luckily I was able to replace just that tire with the same model since there was not many miles on it.

[@azclaimjumper]

Right On!

[@Quitealways]

Beautiful sunset! Love nature's suprising happening. Overnight stay was worth the little duckling break for freedom and mom's teaching them she 's still in charge.😂

[@gene_takavic57]

You are prepared for everything Slim. I imagine you have a full size spare as well. At least it wasn't a sidewall. And you didn't panic!

[@virginiatolles1664]

So glad you made it back home safely. There is nothing more frustrating than having car trouble so many miles away from home.

[@DavidGuns]

Check to see if your radiator fan goes on when your AC is on. As soon as you turn your AC on the electric fan turns on. Patches are better then plugs, but you need to do what you need to do when it needs to get done

[@karenebarker9244]

Thank you for another excellent video. All the best Slim!

[@sueprostko3222]

Red sky at night ... sailors delight.. red sky at morning, sailors take warning.. Lovely calm lake ;-) 😊

[@fredfleming8905]

Wow...that lake is beautiful...so calm.

[@lindawoods6841]

Hello Slim your travels and adventures are so awesome.. And the views are beautiful,, sorry about the bad luck,, but sometimes things happen,, and so glad that you are a person that can fix it or get it fixed.. thank you so much for sharing.👍

[@jimp.7286]

No excuses! No truer words spoken. Take a few mins and learn where the tire repair tools are in your car. Important! On small unibody cars,...."learn where the jack point is. You can't jack the car up from anywhere. They make a spot for it. Otherwise, you might poke a hole through the floor or put yourself at risk of the jack coming lose. Always carry a board or two for under the jack is a good idea for soft dirt or mud etc. Plenty of info online. Slim did ya'll a huge favor showing the tire plug repair. Till next time. Cheers. 👍

[@nhbomar]

I'm going to get a tire repair kit and learn how to use it! Thanks Slim!

[@sylviajones4907]

Awww, the ducklings...so cute! Thank you for this video.

[@Gail-gf7km]

Another great production! My knees don’t bend far enough to accommodate a kayak but a canoe works great!

[@n8rlvr876]

What a beautiful, last American morning you had in Maine! Safe travels home, Slim!

[@donnasnorthernlights2089]

Great video....and now, back to the cabin. I can't wait.❤

[@bikingal4283]

thank you for the wonderful, beautiful, peaceful, encouraging ending... there, I think I got it all in...

[@joeburkeson8946]

Good ending to a fine trip when you travel prepared, thanks for sharing.

[@christinae30]

Perfect little spot where you put the kayak in the water!

[@ryt2carry]

I’ve plugged tires and run them for thousands of mile afterwards. I always keep a kit in both our cars. Another great video and a great tip about the tire plug kit

[@Not-thatKaren]

Very nice. I drove from Houston to Kalispell MT and back stopping at 8 National Parks all with a plugged tire. The plug lasted until the it was time for new tires. (It was a relatively new tire)

[@wendyrobertson3899]

Hiya Slim, my dad always called them gummy patches. The last time I used a patch like that I was on the side of the road on I-75 in Port Charlotte Florida on my way home from hurricane Charlie clean up and the Blue Tarp brigade through Sumaritans Purse organization. I did it perfectly and made sure to oil down the gummy patch so it wouldn't stick to the hot pavement. It worked perfectly till I hit my shale driveway. There was barely any of the tail left but just enough to rip it out. Who knows what I hit but I wasn't about to go spend another $800 on a new tire considering the tire was only 6 months old so I double up on the gummy patch and it never came out again. I had swamper tires and a 6c lift kit on my Cherokee because my dirt driveway was prone to flood in summer. Never got wet after doing the lift kit even when the dry creek bed flooded my 2 acres with 4 ft of water. Happy trails and safe travels to you

[@whitneykovener]

Thanks for sharing Slim. I feel your pain of the "troubles on the road". While traveling in Oregon we had 4 flats in 3 days, I was almost to a breaking point. Oh, btw, the water fowl was a Red-breasted Merganser

[@sueg2658]

I enjoy your kayaking, so beautiful and peaceful on the water. What awesome views you cannot otherwise wittiness.

[@wanderingrenegade771]

Ty for sharing the tool list.

[@jeanmartin6410]

This has been a tough trip for you! So sorry. Thank you for continuing these videos.

[@keysonthego3663]

Your so cool Slim, thank you for the inspiration. Safe travels

[@jayrpyne7067]

As always ... thanks for sharing. More so now because I am unable to travel like we used to. Your adventures remind us of the good time we enjoyed on the road. Namaste. Jay

[@odiesclips7621]

Slim, you are living my dream. Thank you, Sir. Very much enjoyed this and every other video of yours. Safe travels home!!

[@danielsweeney6742]

Slim- knowing how to fix a tire is a good thing. If you have road side assistance is another thing. Glad you got through it without a big problem. On the over heating. Check your coolant and check it make sure the fan is working.

[@davidjones8680]

Rough or smooth Slim, I always enjoy following you on your travels, we always get to see some amazing sights and sounds. Many thanks for taking me along. David in the UK.

[@kaykaykayak9368]

Beautiful ending, so glad you enjoy kayaking and life ! So much beauty around and you captured it well. Thanks for the tire demonstration! I’ll have to get a tire plug kit.

[@katherineh9950]

Never did a tire repair with the tire still on the car...looks like a time and labor saver!

[@DavidSmith-lp5tz]

Me either. You can’t really yank out the needle from that position.

[@paulehd]

Thank you for bringing us all alone your adventures safe trip home and Im sure we will see lots of work on the cabin in the woods.

[@johnhuff393]

Good afternoon from Godley Texas, your videos are interesting, informative, inspirational, and entertaining. You did have an unusual amount of mishaps on this trip. But to your credit you did yell or cuss, at least did not on the video. Thanks for taking us along. Stay safe and happy travels 😎

[@r8edrv4fun65]

**didn't yell or cuss 😊

[@johnhuff393]

@@r8edrv4fun65 thanks correction made

[@dewdropn5619]

Awesome place. Absolutely beautiful pics and video content, of nature at it's finest! Hopefully your streak of bad luck for needed repairs, will end there at #3. Thanks for sharing SP. Stay safe. 🕊

[@maturitymusic0347]

Thank you Slim. I enjoyed your whole trip immensely.

[@Zeisslermusic]

Hello, I come from Denmark. Wow, what beautiful places you have visited in your videos. I have watched many of them and liked them. I'm looking forward to seeing new videos when they come out. Regards, Thomas.

[@charlesatwell9976]

Thanks for your inspiring, relaxing videos which I recommend to my friends.

[@davidmacrae8211]

Another great job Slim your videos are awsom.

[@philc.9280]

I carry three different types of tire repairs since the plug you used is one of the more difficult ones to install trying ream and get that rubber plug in. I also carry the liquid sealant that has a new nonflammable formula. Then I carry this new type of rubber screw that I found online. You just find the hole and use some rubber cement and screw this rubber screw into the hole. Easy peasy. Of course like you said it should be checked out later when you get to safety again.

[@peggybrown7832]

Oh wow 👍 another beautiful place to camp, makes me want to get out there and see it myself. Thanks for letting us go along, and thanks for showing us the bad with the good on your adventures. I do admire your calm demeanor and gratitude even in the middle of chaos and gloom and possible doom. Stay safe and happy future camping!

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

Well done Slim! Cheers, Steve ... and ... good afternoon too!

[@SlimPotatohead]

Good evening Steve!

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

KZbin are messing up the comments and doubling some and placing them where they are not supposed to be. And, I thought my double vision was getting better ... maybe not.

[@suesokoloski6644]

I hate that when something flies in your mouth can be dangerous. Glad you got it out of there where you’re camping it looks like a nice area. Safe travels.

[@marilynrenaud1892]

I very much enjoyed this trip. You did a wonderful job putting together some great videos... considering the unexpected kept popping up. Glad you were able to continue on. 👍

[@UncleBuckle50]

Always good to see your mug, even when you change a plug....good luck!

[@mc-sp8zr]

Boy Slim those plug kits always have a way of being a pain. I did one on my work truck once and I swear the thing was determined to fight me to the bitter end.

[@tikoy1955]

Good video. Coming from Minnesota I really hate bugs and mosquitoes. You had an awesome campsite.

[@angelapietras1235]

Your weathers a bit like ours in Newzealand rain,rain,rain. Beautiful sun set.

[@thizizliz]

Well , that looked frustrating - but I loved the lesson you threw in at no extra charge. Pretty places for sure. Hope the Journey home was without incident. The kayaking looked marvelous!

[@dansklrvids7303]

I have really enjoyed this trip!

[@bafergs]

You certainly support the idea that life is a series of adventures, or misadventures. Thanks again for taking us with you and even turning your misadventures into educational fun. Trusting you made it home safely. Thanks Slim.

[@jdcjr50]

Thanks for sharing your trip, Slim.

[@jamanne2504]

Thanks Again Slim for an informative and Peaceful Video !! You’re The Best Narrator & Videographer on Utube 🥰❤️🙏✝️

[@TurboCummins]

I really enjoy your videos. Your voice is perfect for narration. Thank you so much and take care.

[@markrenfrow9873]

Hey Slim ! It's been a good trip !

[@kathimeadows7869]

Burn coffee grounds to get rid of bugs. Any grounds will do.

[@datasmybag6050]

once again I learned something - how to repair a tire! Great job!!

[@montyforster3370]

Another awesome video Slim, as always. Thankyou again so very much for al thatl you contribute. Cheers Mate

[@bettybrigance6784]

Good tire education here...thanks Slim...come back down soon...👍👍

[@joelrdizon]

My tire repair kit came with a small bottle of rubber solvent/contact cement mixture (it's a blue goo) which I'm supposed to smear all over the plugging cord to lubricate it, making it easier to insert, AND chemically fuse it with the tire rubber as friction raises the temperature of the tire. My roadside plug jobs have all been permanent (and it ALWAYS works the first time) never had to go back to them for a more "professional" fix. Try to look for a similar product, Sim...

[@SlimPotatohead]

Please always follow the instructions from the manufacturer. I did. SP

[@bmoore3199]

You're a great Ambassador for the planet Slim. Thanks again for sharing your adventure.

[@Kamikaze3557]

Is it appropriate for me to comment "enjoyed your video Slim" I do not take pleasure in others misfortune, just happy your still making it and not hurt / injured and taking it all in stride. At least that’s what it looks like. And good info I need to take on the road.

[@mrjack8849]

This video/episode feels like a season finale to one of my favorite tv shows. I wouldn’t mind seeing a more in depth re-cap video of your trip from your cabin. Then that video leads into a new season of cabin and local travel episodes. But don’t feel bad about taking off a week or 2 for a break! I enjoy watching your past videos again 😁

[@danagaylor3797]

I just want to say your filming is really great.I enjoy your videos.

[@johnswof]

Slim, You are so lucky to get to travel to nature to camp. We are so lucky to get to see your videos of your travels.

[@paulakelly563]

😊. Safe home 🦋

[@sjfk1306]

Get the stop and go tire plugger. It’s way easier to use and will always work unless the hole is huge.

[@rbstride]

What a beautiful paddle you went on. Thanks as always!

[@Frank-James]

Great video as always! Looking forward to some DIY videos at the cabin.

[@leedanielson7452]

Another winner Slim! Thanks! 😊👍