Little Fixups for an A-Frame Trailer or RV

I've done several Do-it-Yourself videos for A-Frame trailers in the past, but I thought it was time for another. Here's a few more economical ideas that don't take a lot of tools, time or expertise.
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[@williamguildner7988]

I am sitting here with a hot cup of coffee. Fall is in the air, and I have a new video to watch from Slim. The simple life is the best life.

[@faithrada]

I'll second that. ☕🌳🍁🍂👍

[@davelinaker1531]

Slim is the best.. ☝️😀

[@TheStevenhull]

Hope the history channel picks him up for nature camping series.

[@tractorhyatt7044]

Please send some autumn air to Florida! 😃

[@helentrulli2586]

Your manner of explaining and methodically showing what you're doing leaves me transfixed and actually absorbing and understanding your various projects. You are a pleasure to watch and I always look forward to a new video from you.

[@mr-rosh]

Always a great time to start the week with a video from you. Thank you for all the quality content you put up!

[@tmhimdynamite3747]

I always enjoy and look forward to your videos. Great video as always. Thank you

[@jimchurch7559]

You're the Macgyver of A-Liners.

[@azclaimjumper]

You've come up with THE BEST reply & tagline that Slim should adopt.

[@hueypilot1950]

This is a bit subjective Slim, I like the pace of your videos, no shouting, they don't take 20 minutes to tell a 5 minute story, the philosophy of the mod and your personal philosophy, your ingenuity. I have some envy of your skills. I dream of all these little fixes to things, but often times, if they work, they are ugly. Keep up the good work, you inspire me.

[@juadonna]

Well said, kind sir! I totally agree.

[@morganrussman]

True. Some of my videos are over a 1/2 hour or more, but, my videos don't take 20 or 30 minutes to get to the point. True, my videos have a 20 second or so intro, but still.

[@jayesh5131]

@@juadonna 🤗😊😍

[@gonagain]

You know Slim, it seems to me that both the right and left sides of your brain are firing on all eight cylinders!

[@walterpalmer2749]

"Fix-ups" : Pride of ownership, and maintenance however small the task..

[@chamilton9182]

Love your philosophy and positive attitude. Your vids are beautiful and relaxing. Thanks for taking us along!

[@voyager4328]

Nice video Slim, really enjoyable and informative. I always look forward to your excellent Content.

[@chrislincoln489]

Wind turbine,solar cell, Phone tower. your starting to remind me of Batman. All you need is a Utility Belt. LOL

[@cenedraleaheldra5275]

Hey i don't look at the jeep.. I love your footage of the environment. I love your approach to filming.

[@larrynew1]

Your strong suit...Experimenting, exploring, innovating, educating. Thank You.

[@sueg2658]

I enjoy all videos you offer us. No matter which order, it is all good with me. I am very thankful for your videos. 👍🏻❤️👍🏻

[@arjnsdca]

I can’t tell you how much I enjoy your videos! I’m always amazed at your ingenuity in fixing things!!!

[@CR10.07]

I love your videos. Your writing and fix it ideas are my fav to watch. Thank you.

[@glennbeattie6172]

I very much enjoy your ingenuity. Thank you for the great videos as always.

[@jessejameson154]

Your vids are the highlight of my KZbin viewing. Such a fab presenting style you have . So interesting , honest and entertaining. Keep up the fantastic work. You deserve all the credit you receive ....thanks !!

[@avlisk]

I was happy to see your shout-out to Rick (and Akela) at GoingNowhereFast. So many channels show us west of the Mississippi. Nice to see the outdoors and camping spots in the east that he shows us. Thanks.

[@billg8677]

This vid was great not just great but really great...appreciate the hints..your appreciated May Peace Health and Happiness follow you......

[@joshuaknoll6697]

Slim, I always enjoy your videos and what travels you get into. Especially this video while enjoyed the "little" fix ups I was enjoying the mountains behind your camper. Keep up the great videos and happy safe travels my friend.

[@SteveCChapman]

Thanks for the explanations. Yes I was confused recently when I saw your old white Jeep there. Looking forward to your review of your cell phone boost on the pole. Interesting!

[@kimmididwhat]

You have such a great outlook on life Slim... You are inspiring... 😃

[@thomasbordelon4149]

Thanks Slim. Nice kick start for the week. It’s amazing how much you get out of your tiny trailer.

[@donedennison9237]

Dollar store cutting board as spacer.. ^5

[@pamflowers8364]

I appreciate your sense of adventure and sharing those adventures with us as you try different solutions to problems and challenges.

[@siwoc]

The ending, wit your views.... Loved it. Way to deal with life in general. Sometimes we just need to apreciate the small things in life, and not let te bad things rule our thoughts. Thank you from Denmark

[@havenonwheels5158]

I always learn something from your videos! Thank you.

[@shawneeb3771]

You have the best videos. They are always full of interesting things and are very informative. Thanks for sharing all your ideas.

[@brandonalbright125]

Excellent video, love the tips and tricks. Safe travels young sir, safe travels. Love to see ya over here in the good ole Smokie Mountains.

[@raccoonlittlebear6476]

Awesome video as always, Captain Slim! Looks like the T.E.V. (Terrestrial Excursion Vehicle) is ready to launch! T-minus six days & three hours & counting! You always make my day.😊

[@WildWestGal]

I'm always so happy to see a notification that you've put up a new video, I love all of them no matter what you're doing. Whether it's your beautiful photography and selections of music, your travelogues, or your amazing ability to come up with solutions for fixes on everything and the ability to implement them yourself, you just downright creative to the bone!

[@josephoxley6853]

I always enjoy your videos. You're definitely a inspiration and the best traveler/camping individual on KZbin. Thank you for the few minutes of distraction from my day.

[@faithrada]

What a delightful approach to life you have. Your self reliance and practicle ways are inspiring. All in all... a stellar and enjoyable fellow. 😊

[@ramblingrose7375]

Love that wind turbine, looks pretty cool like it could pack some serious battery power. Thanks for all your tips. They are simple but like you said, they all add up into something functional and important to your lifestyle on a dime.

[@twob850]

Another great episode, Slim!! It's amazing how much I have learned from watching your adventures. Hope to be out there among y'all in the near future!

[@ellencha5975]

I wish I had half the skills you do. I don’t even know someone who can rivet. Where are you going this winter?

[@valyart002]

You are the McGiver of the Aliner! We have watched all your videos with my husband and guess what! We are buying one!

[@Morgan-bh5sp]

Who needs mainstream tv when you have this to watch on a Monday evening.

[@gordonvorenkamp6306]

I noticed you got facial hair pretty quick. Just some proof I wasn't sleeping. A project for me is the old arm rest on my truck.

[@jodyseaman1885]

Always look forward to your videos. I like that wind turbine, kind of relaxing watching it spin. Looks like you are in a pretty spot. Thanks for the antenna install and shore power install. Good ideas. I will try them both.

[@kzayas6940]

Slim, I appreciate your videos, it’s quality stuff. I enjoy learning from you, funny thing is that I don’t own a A-liner, nor anything camp related, but I hope someday I will leave the city, and find some quiet and peace in the wilderness like you do. Thanks slim. 🇵🇷

[@JANDLWOODWORKING]

you keep doing what your doing Love the Videos!!! Look forward to the next one!

[@roamingfree6968]

Your a wise man Slim. I always learn something from you. Thank you & put them in any order you want. I get so engrossed to what your doing/saying, I've never noticed the change of clothes/vehicle (only the scenery change catches my eye).

[@weswalker1208]

Awesome video all the way from your engineering skills to your love of Muddy Waters

[@ianmccluskey2293]

Sorry Slim, but I'm a Hunt & Peck typist and I lost my "Peck" finger a few years back.

[@patriciaoneil]

That was a really nice and calming one, loved your approach to life. Since I've been watching your channel, I spend more time in nature myself. So you're not just entertaining but also enriching my life too.

[@joharmon2148]

You always find a way to fix things and I love that you share with us. Thank You

[@vansongs]

Love your fabrication solutions to things. That to me is the best part. Lived on a ranch at one time and those well I have to make it work moments were so enjoyable. Could have been frustrating but were more like, Yeah I can do this, satisfying times. Your videos are the best out here. Thanks Slim.

[@lorismithokon9028]

Great video. Love it. Love that beautiful wind turbine twirling in the wind.

[@Thepavlo6666]

👀 Hey Slim. No worries. You do your videos the way you want them done as they are real interesting and I enjoy them just the way they are! Happy Trails Slim! 🤠🤠

[@jeffreycalkins7679]

Well I enjoy these videos even if there in no specific order slim

[@debbiereed1639]

I find your videos very calming, the way nature intended :)

[@richardcranium5518]

Brother you're truly a mad genius!!! Greetings from Alabama

[@tome7323]

Slim you change clothes as much as Carrie Underwood in the CMT awards. LOL

[@maureeng.373]

Enjoy all your videos no matter what order there in ... always interesting & beautiful scenery ......... have a great day !!! 🌞🌻

[@cajunjamis9001]

PERSEVERANCE.....Slim, you got it , wall to wall!!! Cajun

[@bowman321123]

Just came across your videos, really great ideas and attitude! New subscriber.

[@iheartfreedom2]

You are one smart Mr. Potatohead!

[@JackieL7474]

Some people have a talent and skill for fixing things. I can organize really well, but can't fix things. I love your videos......all of them, no matter what they are about!

[@kittykat999a]

Jackie L Me too. I can fix a sandwich. That’s about it.

[@SAFT_NB]

The image quality and camera angles and sound are first class. Please keep up the good work.

[@samsquanchoverland]

your vids never let me down ,as a Canadian living in Wisconsin for the past 8 years i see that there is great places to visit in the USA through the eyes of a Canadian ..i need to save up some vacation time and head south west next year for some great boon docking !

[@okcantbelieveit294]

Keep the older footage coming. It’s great.👍

[@sharonolsen6579]

Slim Potatohead ... the "MacGuyver" of the Aliners .. and most likely other things as well.. Did NOT fall asleep and I Thoroughly enjoyed it ! But later, when I watch again at bedtime, as I find these totally relaxing ... . I "may" fall asleep then... or not .. LOL ... it just depends on the day and the level of insomnia I am currently experiencing ... ; )

[@athroop1321]

Just a weekend warrior in my 17' camper fits my wife and my 5 year old son perfectly. Love doing upgrades and personalizing my camper. Thanks Slim

[@hyker8787]

You inspire and give pleasure to so many people, Slim. Whenever you are having a dark day, remember how many people you've brought light to, me included. I smile at every video you make. You are unique, creative, multi-talented, humorous, and philosophical and you just make me smile. :-)

[@smbrob]

with all these lighting rods you might get more energy than you want Slim :-)

[@mikemysicka7717]

Very nice. Most of the time simple works better, I think thats where KISS came from. I really like the way you focused on yourself and slightly blurred the background in some of the scenes, very cool!

[@caldeira99]

Thank you for being out there and sharing how you see the world. 😎

[@JD-vb5ib]

Frustration: I've found that beer solves many problems. Relaxing. Homer Simpson says it is smart juice too. So, with some smart juice I am able to cobble things together and sometimes it works!

[@brainclerk4431]

Slim for your poster sticker problem you need vehicle number plate / tag adhesive pads , cut them down to a small size and " hay presto " job done! And by the way ... your A frame caravan is the most ridiculous thing i have ever seen ! in fact its so ludicrous that i have got to get one , its bonkers but i love it !

[@timhawkins2502]

LOL your approaching theno geekiness- love it- keep up the great work

[@oldgeekster1]

*REALLY* enjoyed the new brackets for the Cell Antenna mast mounting.

[@tome7323]

Slim I like watching you you have good videos thank you

[@joelrdizon]

white jeep, tan jeep whatever. i'd watch your channel if you pulled your trailer with a donkey...!

[@that1welder680]

Your by far my best you tuber. Thank you for your content

[@leongallegos4477]

Great video as always! Keep them coming much love from New Mexico!

[@SuzesCarnivoreLifeAfterBypass]

Good God man! That background in the beginning was stunning! 💖💜💖

[@sim-sam]

The Artist and his painting, relay nice shot,, realy.

[@eddymahon1503]

You are such a cool person. I love your fixit videos. You’re kind of like McGuiver.

[@thecritterandthebutterfly]

Great video as usual. Interesting and enjoyable. We recently posted a video of our upgrades to our trailmanor 2720. Since then we've done enough new ones that it's time for another video. A usual occurrence as there is always some little thing that will make your home away from home nicer and easier to use and enjoy. It's always a good day when Slim uploads something new. Thanks for what you do and safe travels.

[@BillHartCooks.]

I Camp in a much bigger camper... but I love the way you think! keep it up ...

[@ttwillow9073]

Nice fixes. I enjoy all your videos.

[@YudronWangmo]

I don't have to do these exact things at my off-grid cabin, but I get ideas from you how to utilize inexpensive materials creatively to solve problems. Thank you.

[@aglaaluk2325]

Another great video in the can! Simple yet informative, I take a lot of your ideas and apply them to my A-Frame, they have all worked great. Thank you!

[@ianmccluskey2293]

Good to see the August 2019 version of the SB Road House in all its updated glory. Thanks Slim. Can't wait for you to give us your Practical review of your wind-turbine.

[@SlimPotatohead]

What's a SB Road House? SP

[@ianmccluskey2293]

@@SlimPotatohead Typo error. At should have read - SP Road House. My apologies, sir.

[@ianmccluskey2293]

Ah ... again. It should have read - SP Road House. My apologies, sir.

[@broadsword6650]

Figuring out these kinds of fixes is exceedingly satisfying. It’s also amazing that manufacturers don’t consider things like hatch openings and latch design.

[@certaindeaf8315]

Ida strategically glued a magnet to hold that flapper up.. it looks pletty light.

[@paulacampbell2064]

Problem solving at its best

[@Albertwildhorseshoer]

Slim, this video was not boring. Thanks! Your attachment adaptation "classes" build our possibilities and "can do" confidence to apply to projects we have. Do you go to laundry mats? I don't think I have seen how you handle laundry needs.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Exactly. One a month I find a little town to clean my clothes. One of the joys of traveling is to sit in a laundromat and listen to the locals gossip! SP

[@diannehydern]

You make a lot of sense

[@AdventuresWithBoog]

Thanks for the tips. As we move to travel more and more we will keep these in mind!!!

[@scottsladeadventures1102]

Funny how this video and mainly your attitude is what I needed this morning. Thanks... I'm about to head out for a little escape this week to calm the soul.... Cheers

[@randallharmsen5802]

Nice video Slim! It’s always good to be handy improving your camper. Usable space big plus in small camper, great job. Keep smelling the fresh air. 😃

[@tink5488]

18:28 - 19:34 great works to live by. Nice vid Slim!

[@jayesh5131]

🤗🤗😍😍😍

[@richardwatson8822]

I like all your videos Slim ! Great to watch ! Thanks for all you do !

[@aldercamper9430]

How long it takes to get sharp focus with DSLR when you shoot yourself? I rarely can do it on a first try...

[@SlimPotatohead]

I use manual focus lenses. Focus is set at a fixed distance. Thanks! SP

[@oceanbrzzz]

Always makes me happy to see you have posted a new video! It’s those little things...you know. 🌝

[@georgeherman8826]

Excellent as usual. Very clever fix its.

[@tractorhyatt7044]

Thank you Slim! We always look forward to your videos. 🚜👍