Sunday Morning View Q! Your BEST Full-Time RV and camper van questions answered.

[@CreativityRV]

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[@deedon9982]

Thank You

[@solanisomeni]

Hi, I have a question regarding cellphone/data service. I've currently been living in BC Canada for the past 4 yrs and before then, in Scandinavia, even though I am a US citizen. Moved with my adopted parents to Sweden when I was 12 so, I have no clue as to what cell service/data providers are best in the US. Both $$$$ wise as well as coverage and also data/internet. I'll be on a budget but, realize that I'll need a way to get in touch with someone if something happens as well as I want to be able to stay in touch with my adult children that are still over in Sweden. I don't know if you've already made a video on this subject but if not, could you please let us know which providers you consider to be the best, most affordable for the most data and cellphone service? Thank you and thank you so much for all of your highly informational real life information and also it's always wonderful to see your happy smile. ❤❤ //Solani

[@CatMurray]

You are without doubt the most professional, enjoyable, and knowledgeable full timer out there. Thank you for everything you share.

[@jerenasa1]

Hi Robin! You’ve inspired us to sell our home and become nomads. We just purchased the Tiffin 24TW and will be hitting the road shortly. We are 78 and 70 years young and want add some adventure to our lives while we still can. I hope we see you in our travels. Love your videos!

[@valeriesokola2981]

We are 76 and 69 and we just bought a Montana 5th wheel . We are now selling everything and will be on the road first of October

[@rosemarydoran9907]

Awesome! Enjoy your adventures!

[@Hyphenbird]

For book lovers...I buy books from thrift stores then drop them off at another store when finished. Books are very inexpensive at thrift stores, sometimes low as 10 cents.

[@morpheuszzz662]

Another idea would be to look for "Free Little Libraries". They are all over. You can swap out your books there for free as well.

[@doloresreynolds8145]

It is wonderful how many of the Little Free Libraries are around now! And the Little Free Pantries, too.

[@clarastrom9787]

Yay libraries! I am a librarian. You can get an audio account from your library too!

[@CreativityRV]

Ooh, a librarian is the heroine in my upcoming suspense series 😁

[@clarastrom9787]

I’ll be looking for it. I’ve got your other books 😁

[@marshaloneagle4646]

Tn has Overdrive aka r.e.a.d.s. 10 at a time audio n ebook. Some lib will sell you an out of county lib card, great for those of us in tiny poor counties. Also, some lib never want you to renew said card....

[@loriemonroe76]

Robin besides ur how to be a Nomad book what are ur other book titles we can look for that u have published so far?

[@PrincessJamiG]

@@loriemonroe76 - www.amazon.com/Josephine-Parker/e/B06ZY1TZQW/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1

[@elainekethler2309]

What I understand is that it isn't the vehicle BATTERY that charges the house batteries. It is the vehicle's alternator that actually charges the vehicle battery up to top level first, then it will charge the house batteries once that is done However, this happens only if the vehicle has had either a separator or an isolator installed and wired properly. Most, if not all, commercially built RVs have already had this system installed right from the factory).

[@CreativityRV]

Yes, well said. Trying to keep it easy

[@dynamite9143]

Thanks again! I just enjoy watching your videos. No questions but I enjoy learning. You have such a pleasant way of telling things.

[@SuperSniggle]

Please microchip your pets and keep it up to date, if you have an accident pets may run away and it does help

[@runnindownadream8106]

Great video as always. Love the Q & A. I've been asking the same question for months now and either you're not seeing it or you've got too many other questions that are more pertinent you need to answer, and I totally understand that. The question I keep asking is "Will you please show us some of your artwork/paintings you have done?" That brings me to my next question which is more along the lines of the ones you answer; if I were to do the RV living life style (I think about it DAILY!!!) I would do it so I can spend WAAAYYY more of my life painting and drawing than I do (most time now is spent working to pay mortgage, bills, etc.. you know). My art studio requires space. I thought of buying a high top extended cargo van, converting it into living space and pulling a decent sized cargo trailer for my studio & art supplies space. I just bought a brand new $1800 easel that I LOVE and it requires 7 feet of ceiling space. Ugh. Most RV/van ceilings are 6 feet. 5th wheels have the right kind of ceiling space, but that limits my vehicle. Any way around this? And do you think hauling my art studio as a cargo trailer would work? So.. as far as my artwork... I think I could sell my stuff and making a living. I think I could evolve as an artist very fast if I had the time to wrap my life around it. Maybe not immediately, and I have enough $$ to survive many years until I could get my artwork sales off the ground. I don't think I'd even need a whole lot of time to get it off the ground. When I make time to do my artwork now, it DOES sell! So, I'm really encouraged. Your videos have always reached me in ways others don't because you now have time to do what you're good at and to do what you LOVE... your writing. You're speakin my language.

[@runnindownadream8106]

@@spiritjunkie1913 Thank you! I have looked at Toy Haulers but the brands that build them aren't very good quality. But I sure love the floor layout and the ceiling heights are perfect.

[@MsdemonMac]

Yeah Robin! I don't have a question so much as several comments. 1. Thank you for not choosing Patreon. I watched and got hooked on several RV channels and then came along Patreon. What I was able to see changed and comments pertaining to Patreon-patrons-only got me discouraged. I dropped those individual channels. Sorry guys. I learned a lot from them but couldn't afford to pay to see more. 2. Thank you for sharing info on how your friend's travel with their birds. We are leaving for a long trip and have decided that we must bring our African Gray parrot. Problem: We have a 5th wheel, a truck, 4 people, 2 dogs, and the parrot. We have not been able to come up with a reasonable solution except to place the parrot in the RV. I am not happy about it, but there is no way around it. Last time we had a long trip we left the bird w a caretaker. Upon our return, he had gone into a serous depression and plucked his feathers for 6 months. We don't want to repeat that. 3.The Boy reminds me of a black cat we had while growing up. His name was Mister. 4. Sorry I got windy.

[@tanyarome6103]

You are so knowledgable and well-spoken. I'm a new subscriber from Montana and I love listening to you describe your RV life and all of the tips and tricks. Very cool. Thanks!

[@redgarcia1427]

She's awesome!

[@tanyarome6103]

@@redgarcia1427 I agree!

[@patriciasteward8533]

YES YES...audiobooks from my library...100,000 titles to choose from and growing!

[@randomspirit]

Another great Q! So glad I popped in because I was wondering about the pet thing too. My two Min-Pins are elderly and don't handle temperature extremes at all! A question for you...as an artist...where do you keep your supplies and what do you do with the finished products? I look at my craft room and try to imagine moving that into an RV and it occurs to me my RV is already over-weight and I haven't even started on the kitchen yet. Haha! I'm also a writer, but that doesn't seem like a problem like the arts and crafts would be. Should I just plan on towing a trailer for all my art stuff (supplies and finished products)? And...can you set out a table to sell in person at any of the campgrounds or is that frowned upon?

[@barbsanders8133]

But wait!!!! You didn't tell us why your solar wasn't working. Oh and there needs to be more Sundays in the week, love your videos and always excited to see a new one.

[@briannab5296]

She said the screws in her solar are leaking.

[@mimimc8685]

Freezing weather also open your cabinets .

[@terridrimel1056]

Mimi Mc can also use heat tape on pipes. Need backup storage of water in bottles. Can always flush toilet with RV antifreeze. Recommend looking on KZbin for advice. Northern winters last for months. The floors can get very cold. Extra rugs help.

[@mimimc8685]

@@terridrimel1056 ,Excellent advice. Thanks

[@maehay4065]

Your experience is adding up so it gives you a wide range of good ideas & answers for folks who needs guidance now or in their future travels!👍👍

[@PrincessJamiG]

@Mae Hay - It's been really cool to watch this happening in Robin's life over time! :-)

[@AimlessAllee]

So agree! I like to watch the RV travel channels, but Robin’s channel is so much more helpful to me in my everyday RV life. I just wish she had been around before I started...maybe I wouldn’t have made so many mistakes!

[@runnindownadream8106]

Yaaayyyy... I always love seeing the notifications of your videos!

[@CreativityRV]

Thanks!!

[@kimsmith9917]

Your an inspiration to all of us. Thank you for being real. I’ve bought all your books and I’m waiting impatiently for your next one. When can we expect it? I love the idea your going to be writing some mystery books too. I have over 4000 books on my kindle. Just love everything you do. After I lost my husband I began traveling on my own. Discovered it’s what makes me the happiest. As you have learned, losing someone you love makes you realize how short life is. Make the most of it. This year I’m parking my RV on 12 acres in Dufur, OR. Enjoying the summer months then decking my SUV out for traveling the winter months to warmer locations. I can get into more backcountry that way. I’ve bought most of your recommendations. My favorite is the Aeiusny Solar Generator. I take it everywhere. Did my first vintage flea market and it helped sell several items. I could plug them in and show people they worked. Just wanted you to know how much I appreciate you and your no drama channel.

[@hermitgirlwanders9162]

Love your videos, you get to the point and talk fast enough to keep me watching! My ?: How do you keep in touch with your nomad friends on the road?

[@gypsyroads9810]

Hey Robin. Love your RV. I was wondering how your occupant and cargo carrying capacity affects your ability to store all the things you need to live comfortably in your RV.

[@yayaglass]

Hi, Robin!!! Can't wait to see what you have going on today. 🙋‍♀️ I'll add that for years, I read a book a day, at the moment, I have a huge library, it will kill me to sell them when I hit the road, but, Priorities! I'm actually a Booksmith, I create Leatherbound Journals, it's been my substitute for quite some time. LOL

[@PrincessJamiG]

Wow! What a cool occupation! :-) Leatherbound journals are so beautiful.

[@margaretmccullough4457]

YaYa Studio you are my soul sister. I too read a book a day and have done most of my 58 years on this planet. Like you I had a huge collection of books before I downsized into a one bedroom apartment. It was hard for me to let go of the books as I consider them old friends. Eventually I donated the books box by box to our local public library where they added a few of the books to their collection and the rest of them they sold. They then use that money to buy more books for the library. That gave me a great deal of peace and made me very happy knowing that those books would have good homes. My very best to you. And good luck with your downsizing. MM

[@dorcasrutherford8669]

Love love love the videos. Your upbeat voice keeps me listening. Always inspiring the courageous. Fabulous......

[@ruthnash1815]

For the person who loves to read, you can mentioned audio books, but you can also download an app on your phone or tablet to borrow ebooks or audio books through your local library. My library uses the Overdrive app. For really popular books, there can be a waiting list, but you just put it on hold and when it is available, you can download the book. It works great and there is a huge list of libraries that participate. I live in a regular house and love this app.

[@Tatiacha]

Your starter battery is not charging your house batteries Both the starter battery and house batteries are being charged while driving by the alternator.

[@paulortiz5047]

Your vehicle starter battery and your house batteries are quite different from each other. They are different types of batteries and do different things. Just Google the difference between a vehicle battery and a deep cycle rechargeable battery for further info.

[@paulortiz5047]

Miss Robin, what length and gauge of extension cord do you find the most useful? Would you suggest having more than one extension cord, if so how many? Thanks a bunch.

[@CreativityRV]

yes, but I was trying to keep it simple. Remember, some of these questions are from people that didn't know there were two different batteries.

[@LisaFaiss]

Don't you have to specifically have the special wiring from the alternator to the house batteries? I'm hoping to have my own camper van in future but had heard you need to add this on in a camper van (not a standard feature). Where is the wiring usually run from the alternator to the back of the vehicle where the house batteries reside?

[@Tatiacha]

@@LisaFaiss If you buy a professionally built out camper van then the alternator is already wired to charge the house battery. If you buy a van and build it out yourself then you would need to put in what is called a battery isolator which is what hooks the alternator to the batteries you would install for the house part

[@64maxpower]

You quickly became one of my favorite channels you make good videos and are a nice person.

[@Nelliebean6]

Hey Robin! I love how Big Boy has white fur that emphasizes his mouth shape, almost like he's been drinking cream. Once again, a fabulous video, full of great info, thank you so much! In my RV search, I've come across a damaged RV website (insurance company $ recoup?) but ALOT of the RVs are damaged due to fire or water/flooding. So, I have a possible question for your next Q&A or maybe something you can cover in a separate video... what are the statistics for the top 5 or 10 most common ways an RV is ruined/damaged and are RVs a big fire hazard? Personally, I would never have an open flame inside an RV, would probably never even have propane on board anywhere and only waterproof flint matches, but still, overused electrical appliances can catch fire too i.e., the ceiling fan motor or an overheated fridge. Sorry if this is a "Debbie Downer" topic, but forewarned is forearmed, especially in regards to safety, for instance maybe change out the fan if you buy a very old RV - I'm thinking this might be why some sites don't allow RVs that are too old due to a safety risk?

[@CreativityRV]

Thanks! Tackling this one Sunday!

[@Nelliebean6]

@@CreativityRV Thanks Robin! Looking forward to hearing what you have to say. See you Sunday! :)

[@lorenenoe4472]

Really like you've been leaving the shades off your window when you talk, helps remind us where you are...in he woods! No worries, cannot hear generator, nice opening with boy. Use Libby from library all the time too. 💚

[@akau1340]

Of course we could hear the generator.

[@carolleenkelmann3829]

Dear Robin, I just LOVE your channel. No, I don't RV. Maybe one day. You are so full of ideas and your Q's and A's are so sensible, always with an eye on cost, that I marvel at times at your ingenuity and am, to a degree, envious of your tightly knit community, an asset to all "normal" people RV'ing. May you continue to live your dreams without too many problems ( but that's half the fun, isn't it...the solving of!). Keeping the problems at Bay , even better! Good fortune!

[@valerieshepherd6823]

Big boy is 12... he's just a kitten lol my cats all live til 19.5 years and one lived until he(Pepe) was 26.5 years... Big boy has a ways to go Robin so just relax and enjoy your "kid in a fur suit" lol xxx

[@stephaniesue6382]

Thanks for answering my question, Robin! Solar just seems tricky sometimes😁 but not so much anymore! Thanks again! .. The battery info was very valuable! I am thinking that its not just the solar but the battery that is the real subject when wanting power... I heard a guy took the battery out of a wreaked Tesla and put it in a class A. Pretty good idea 👍 😁

[@mommahil4323]

Thanks for All the info Robin - and especially for a good fill of the boy today! I don't have a kitty at the moment so enjoy seeing others just being!

[@rebeccamoore4177]

Great video again, Robin! For the reader, my library system: kcls.org allows us card holders to down load (available-can put on hold too) books (up to 10 I think) electronically for 21 days (can renew) in several supported formats, including kindle, overdrive, Libby, etc. They have instructions on how to do that on their website. So ask your library if they do it, or travel to where you can join a library that does! I very rarely pay for a book anymore. Yay for free! Not to mention no bookshelves needed...

[@movingforwardLDTH]

Omg, *thank you* for reminding me about needing to update our cat's shots, etc! Yes, I know up-to-date shots are needed to cross into Canada (and get back); yes, I know we're going to Banff in a few months. Did I connect the two? NOPE! 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ #SeniorMoment 🤣🤣🤣

[@TumbleweedRvLife]

Wow, we were just talking about when is the best lead time to get the Vet Certificate done. We are travelling into the USA and Baja.

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

It’s not cold here anymore! 24C right now at 9:30pm! And it is still really light out!

[@redsloane879]

Yes ido believe winter is over in AB! 😊

[@ridingtheroad185]

Great video! The fridge should have a light to show which power it's running on. Some, like mine, your inverter needs to be on also.

[@WandaKay4u2c]

Robin, I SO appreciate how you answer questions I'd never think to ask! I refer people to your channel all the time. Thanks for all you do!

[@universalsignificance9006]

My goodness woman, you were made to do this! Great stuff. Love your spirit!!

[@gloriashaeffer6776]

Hi Robin, Love Big Boy he is beautiful. As far as helping with keeping your pipes from freezing you can get heat tape to wrap your water lines with, but the space heater , probably the best idea. I also know that if you put a trouble light underneath it generates some heat off it to help keep things from freezing,Probably the best advice is to stay ahead of the cold and only stay in the south in the winter months . Great video as usual. Until next time Take care ,stay safe and BE FREE!!!

[@debbiblakeslee2373]

Love your videos 💖💖 I can’t wait to do this myself. I love to read and have no time now. I like the real book 📖 lol

[@CJ-py7ch]

youtube also has audio books

[@lisawomyn21]

You are a polite, respectful, super smart helpful researcher. Thanks for all of your amazing videos!

[@teresachamp7289]

I just bought Work From Home While You Roam. I haul freight in a Cargo Van & have a very small living quarters behind my seat. I have followed you for years. It is very helpful. I end up having to just find camping wherever my job lands me and you have helped so much. I sometimes have to wait a day or so before another load is found for me to haul. I'm hoping to find some side job work through your book as far as to supplement and to give me something to do when I'm waiting for a load. Keep up the great work I will forever be a fan.

[@CreativityRV]

😘😘😘😘

[@hannahsgrace4U]

Girl, you better get ready for a cash crop in December 19' and Jan 20' when I get my house equity, purchase my RV and start stocking it! You have helped me immeasurably in knowing what to buy and what not to buy for the nomadic lifestyle. I'm nervous, excited and about to explode with the "adventure attles" I'm about to embark on. Thank you so much

[@margaretmccullough4457]

Dearest Robin, thank you so much for that explanation. I actually share your videos every few days on Facebook Twitter and Instagram hoping that others will tune in. I really hope you do well and I want to support you in anyway that I can from the comfort of my La-Z-Boy rocker recliner in Salt Lake City Utah. LOL. Best wishes to you.MM👸🏻 PS. Your hair looks great! New haircut?

[@theresafrench175]

I have always clicked to skip ads but after watching this video I will now watch them in full to support you as I appreciate the time you spend creating content for us to watch 🙂 Thank you for a great channel!

[@briannab5296]

During the ads you can scroll down & read the comments, you can still hear them but you dont have to endure actually watching them (for the hundredth time)!

[@edithp.7213]

You’re the BEST RV resource EVER!!!!

[@CYOAMTB]

On leaving pets to go for a hike or shopping, we recently go a wifi thermometer that will warn us through an app if the temp or humidity goes outside our preset parameters. We tested it over memorial day weekend while we went mountain biking. It worked great and gave us piece of mind to leave them in case the power went out. We also don't go too far from them when we go. We did end up getting to the trail, getting ready and then heading back to turn up the AC for them. Back to the trail and they were fine the rest of the time. Prior to arriving at a campsite, we use Google maps to locate the campsite, a nearby emergency vet, and a human ER. We have 2 dogs and one trip one jumped off a high bed on to a tile floor and got hurt, we were unprepared and didn't know where to go. We will never make that mistake again. Last weekend Lauire got bit by a tick for the first time. We knew where the ER and urgent care was if we needed it. Dr. Google said wait a month so we are in that phase now. 😔 Good luck and safe travels.

[@baddog9320]

I wrote this in another of your video. If you have lead acid house batteries. Yes you can charge them with your vehicle. My truck camper not only has solar but also I have a long battery cable that goes from truck to house batteries. Which has an on and off switch. And a quick disconnect for when I take camper off. Oh I should tell you how to make the quick disconnect. Go to a welding supplier. Tell them you need the cable and connection for a MILLER welder. And connection for extended cables. Hook a small cable ( standard battery cable) to your positive hook the shield ( female) side of connection to other end. On long cable connect male side. Hook other end to house battery. Do same for other side. MAKE SURE IT IS ONLY ON OR CONNECTED WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING. For on off switch. First most Rv stores have cable on off switches. Hook small cable to battery positive then to switch with other end. Then hook long cable to other side of switch ( if quick disconnect stop and go to ###) Next other end of long cable to house batts ### use short cable that would hook to battery. In other word short from vehicle battery to switch another short from switch to female disconnect. Then long from male to house batts. Only do this with house lead acid. I recommend lead acid 24DC deep cycle BATTERIES THEY ARE 12v EACH AND 101 Ah. Compared to lithium they are same size cost $65 and weight 45lbs to lithium 30 lbs each. And you can buy at Walmarr or auto parts stores. Also you can use the 27DC OR 29DC WHICH weight 60lbs vs lithium 30 and are 108Ah or 114AH. But after much though I rec the 24DC I have a off grid house I have been using them in for over 10 years. As long as you keep them full of water and don't deep drain they last 10 years. And you can rebuild for $25 each. You want them to charge to 14.2v and discharge to 12.0v they last long time this way. And yes you can run a slow cooker with them. Buy ac110v and use invertor the 12v slow cookers are junk and don't last. I stop using my slow cooker and didn't mention in other post BECAUSE I have a solar oven I made. I use my crock and lid from slow cooker in it. So slow cooker is now. Done by solar oven. My solar oven cook area is 24" wide by 18" tall and 18" deep. Its big. I can put in a lot of stuff. I also cook bread in it. BTW doing it thus way will work. My house has TEN 29DC and with my truck I can recharge then in an hours. If yours is not doing this. It one if two problems. Alternator is too small my truck is a standard pickup chevy alt. Or you cable from vehicle battery to house bat is too small. Or bad connection.

[@lindalanasa1437]

I watch all the ads because I figured there must be a catch.! Thanks for verifying it.

[@Serenity-oh5tv]

Hi Robin. I’ve been following you for awhile now. You’re inspiring! I just bought my first Class C RV. It’s a 2012 Born Free 24RB. I love that it’s called Born Free!! Anyway, my question has to do with tires. I need 6 and I’m overwhelmed by all the things I feel I need to consider. Sidewall strength, tread wear, road generated heat, rain etc. When my home is driving down the road on 6 rubber tires it feels like a monumental choice to make. Your thoughts and suggestions would be appreciated. Maybe a post on TPMs and leveling your rig.

[@doloresreynolds8145]

You may want to check out Carolyn’s RV Life. She just put a (second) new set of tires on her rig, and she goes into detail about her choices.

[@miamisammy4020]

Great info, Robin. Thanks again for sharing your research and experience! I have long wanted to get away to focus on any one of my creative interests. Hoping this happens sooner than later. In the meantime, I enjoy watching your videos.

[@heathermartin1554]

Great info, Robin! My library also has a free book exchange area, lots do. My question for next ViewQ, not as much about RVing but you were in insurance prior. My biggest expense to start full time RV living will be insurance. I paid cash for my truck and camper. BC I need an SR22, my insurance cost is huge. What can a person do to get it lower- defensive driving class, improve credit, bankruptcy? What are the options that would help

[@Pamela-ro8vh]

Good reminder to get Ryder’s health certificate updated! Your vids are so helpful, Robin. Thanks!

[@veronikanunley5246]

I sooooo love "The boy!" He makes my day when he's in the videos... Great video as usual!!!! My FAVORITE channel and never miss an episode.

[@humdrumhermits5341]

For the folks with the bearded dragon, they should check out Wayward Waggs KZbin channel, they have a custom enclosure they built for their lizard, Scout!

[@CATB65]

Love your channel of my husband and I have been watching your channel for a few months now and we plan to go full-time when he retires in three years time and I hope to maybe see you on the road and say hello and thank you in person for all of your input and helpful hints. We have owned many different types of RVs and are still deciding on whether we want to start out small medium or large. It changes daily LOL.

[@patriciaredick9849]

You have a great channel. I find you very authentic, and informative. Thank you.

[@campupriver417]

Thank you Robyn for yet another informative video. Happy travels.

[@dmetria]

My VQ ?: I'm in the process of downsizing. Tips for downsizing? Is there anything you got rid of that you wish you'd kept/that you ended up purchasing again?

[@Pamela-ro8vh]

C Green I can share a couple of items - a small ladder, rake, reg size broom, Tupperware, extra bedding (don’t ask)

[@margaretmccullough4457]

In my opinion downsizing is a guessing game. What will I need in the future and what can I live without. And that’s the same whether you live in a house or a van. One thing that I have noticed watching van videos is that the majority of people change not only their rigs but the amount of stuff that they bring with them. Most of them realize that they have brought way way way too much stuff. I think the expression that fits here is live and learn. Best wishes, MM

[@paulbaker3144]

Bring tools to fix your vehicle.

[@juanesebuitrago4040]

Hey Robin! I love your site and have learned so much. I was wondering how you keep up with the weather? Do you have a weather radio, or do use weather apps? Also, how do you watch television? Do you have some type of service, like Dish?

[@cheretodd9949]

Hermione Granger reference!! I love you even more now! Have you listened to the Harry Potter audiobooks read by Jim Dale? It's a MUST!

[@g.cosper8306]

Agree, he's perfect for reading those HP books!

[@skyerockett3283]

You have mentioned that you are plant based. How do you shop for your fruits and vegetables? Do you shop often? Do you hit the farmers markets? How difficult or easy do you find eating this way? I just found your channel this week, and I have wanted to do this since I was a kid watching Trapper John MD as Gonzo lived in his Winnie in the hospital parking lot. I'm 50! It's time!

[@gratefulroad4022]

So much great info as usual! Your gray cat is such a beauty 😍🙏👍🏻

[@Cjlaub]

Next ViewQ...Do you get Cabin Fever? How do you deal with it? I fear getting claustrophobic when considering long-term rv life. Thx. Love your channel!

[@barbarabowman9238]

Another awesome production! Thank you.

[@trueanteater1]

Robin, I'm not an Ever yet.I have a suggestion though at Wal-Mart in the blanket area they sell a lightweight throw blanket that keeps your body heat in. It's called (Micro Plush) they cost $5-$15.00. It's NOT MICRO FLEECE but Micro plush. Keeps you very warm in winter. Anita

[@lustraveller717]

How did I miss your poopsicle video?!?!? I'm going back now and looking it up. I thought I had viewed all of your videos. I've been watching you for quite some time. I just bought a battery monitor similar to the one you showed only it is digital and just shows numbers. I've looked at battery monitoring systems, but I'm not quite sold on the idea. I do, however, want to get a tire monitoring system and I am narrowing down the possibilities now. Do you have any ideas on a tire monitoring system? Thanks, as always, for another terrific video. I'm so glad big boy stuck around a little while longer today.

[@adriankap2978]

I'm really glad you explained how you and other KZbinrs get a little bit of money from us by watching the ads. So now I just let the ads go and go and go while I read the comments below and of course the thumbs up. I'm still trying to figure all this out about KZbin coming on board with it late. Mostly for personal and to help others. Bottom line, I'm not out any time since I'm reading the comments and it helps you to! Simple yes ...but I'm probably a simple person lol

[@laurelnelson9226]

Great Vg. So much information that us newbies needed you hit right on the button. It’s almost like you can read my thoughts although I know that others have those great questions. Fantastic Video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Safe travels. 😎

[@kathygoodwin8360]

Online library... use local library access where you can "borrow" a digital or audio book through the library card you possess.

[@slister45]

I bought 2 of those EvaDry things that arrived today from Amazon. I read on my Nook (from Barnes and Noble) and I can lend books through it. My RV neighbors said they wrapped the bottom of their RV with cardboard boxes opened up for insulation (tacky but effective). 15% off $79 is only $67 for the Harvest Hosts membership. Not bad at all! Sadly, I had to turn in my drinking card 7 years ago today, so no wine for me. But Happy Sobriety Day! (I'm a total neophyte. Bought my first RV one week ago today). My husband says that your not supposed to let your house battery drain below 50%. Happy Trails Everyone ❣

[@tonik2734]

Another option for books is check on local library Friends of the Library Bookstores. People donate and most of the time you can find all the different categories in really good condition. They ask very reasonable prices and proceeds go back to funding library events and reading programs. Some of the Friends have bookstores inside a library and some have a quarterly sale in a huge warehouse setting for like nine days straight. Enjoy. I carry Daisy’s vet record in the glove box. I also mark vet places on the google map when I am researching the direction I am headed in. I look for a shipping location that I can get packages en route, vet, grocery stores, RV Supply places, hardware store, propane source, laundry, Panda Express for their veg egg rolls, etc. it sure helps to look ahead Instead of going into an area blind.

[@suzemaybell3726]

Love your videos, but wanted to share that in my 2001 Class C the engine battery does not have any connection to the battery under my step. My " house" battery only gets power from shore power or the generator. It may be beneficial for the woman new to RVing to stop at a rv repair shop or rv seller and ask guestions about her specific rig.

[@roymontminyjr1342]

For House Batteries there is a three stage charge cycle, Bulk, Absorption and Float. Bulk is when the charger is current limited and will end when the battrey voltage reaches 14.1 to 14.8 Volts. Absorption is when the voltage is held at 14.1 to 14.8 Volts and the current will drop to some low value 8 amps is where the the charger switch over to float (13.2 to 13.8 Volts) and will till the chaging stops as when the sun goes down. The battery chrage table you can get that show % charged is based on a battery at rest for a period of time after charging or being loaded. I have seen the voltage drop when the battery get loaded.the only true measure of battery charge level is the amout of Amps you removed by loading or replaced by charging. You have to watch out when you do a short time charge as you surface charge the battery not fource the charge deep in to the battery plates over time it will kill the battery. the charge is not complete till you in float charge levels. for your information 14.8 is Bulk, Absorpt 3 hours at 14.8 Volts till battery current is 8 Amp then it switches over to Float at 13.2 Volts.

[@kareneighth6045]

Robin, your videos are so helpful and full of great information. What is the clearance of your RV, and how does that limit you? Are you still considering a lift for your RV?

[@365vacay]

Libraries for books! You had mentioned downloading audio books, but many libraries also allow you to download digital versions of the books for your Kindle.

[@redsloane879]

Great explanation about batteries!! Thank you!!

[@trilbyarnold3341]

Many rigs charge the coach battery off the alternator while driving.

[@kellyname5733]

First thing...GET RID OF YOUR "Instant Pot". It is an energy/electric hog. My go to pot is a German "stove top" pressure cooker (Fissler). Very expensive but worth every dime. They have come a long way in recent years. I use about 1.5 cup water to cook just about anything. Propane is cheap, that makes me happy

[@paula.jackson5463]

Thanks Robin! And The Boy!

[@cannaladyrvlife6487]

Happy Sunday Robin!🙏😘

[@CreativityRV]

You too!

[@morpheuszzz662]

Oh my gosh, the "coffee can" comment brought back nightmares of camping as a kid. Five kids and two parents in a pickup topper camper using a Folgers can with a plastic lid. Misery. lol

[@lindaheeren2329]

I agree with everything you have Said about the rv life Ty Robson

[@starttherebellion9146]

Thanks for the video Robin, wonderful as always! As for Harvest Hosts, it sounds like a good deal however I would only feel obligated to go into the businesses and give them my time and attention. I would not feel obligated to buy anything and wouldn't unless I saw something I liked.

[@sylviawong9844]

Robin I heard on a youtube that you can park at the CRACKER BARRELS overnight with out being hassled so long as you have breakfast or something they have 24/7 survalence so you will be safe. Best wishes for your great adventure!

[@quahog5518]

There are walk-in clinics for pets in cities. You don’t need an appointment. Some are 24 hours. 🐶😺

[@CApoppyquilter]

I was surprised that you recommended having the propane on when driving. From what I understand, it puts you at much greater risk of having a terrible fire. It is better to get your fridge cooler than normal before heading out turn off the propane and keep the fridge closed while traveling. Thanks for your continuum to the RV community.

[@CarrieJo5916]

Thank You Robin! You are so authentic and have a wealth of good information always. I love following you! Happy Travels always!

[@cindyhatch5062]

I'm going to travel with my 3 cats in a cargo van.

[@doloresreynolds8145]

Be sure they are microchipped.

[@cjolly5]

you could get the winterizing tape that mobile homes use .

[@monascott8404]

Awesome blossom! Love your videos an great information you share.

[@thizizliz]

I did NOT know that about kindle - cool beans - that will be nice.

[@tellyrussell1466]

Another awesome video!! Thanks for sharing all this information!!

[@julynnenelson9467]

Hi Robin, first off a big thanks too you for all the useful information you give us. But I have noticed a few times that you have mentioned that you do watercolor artwork. I love seeing other people's artwork and wondered if you have done a video on your art before and I missed that video or maybe you don't want to show your artwork. I know I'd love to see your paintings

[@bettywith2girls]

Robin, I watch the nomad Casey Roman on YT too, and she uses DampRid, which is a pail with some stuff enclosed in it, and it absorbs all the extra moisture, lasts months, and you just throw it out when it's all used up. It looks like a gallon pail of ice cream (but isn't, of course). It's pretty reasonably priced and the best part is you don't have to plug anything in (or use batteries). God bless.

[@Tatiacha]

she mentioned that stuff last week and said she didn't like it

[@patinthehat6384]

Betty Smith I’ve been using it for two years. The smaller containers work great in the closets, and it’s surprising how much water they pull from the air.

[@lucindamartinez]

Kitty boy is dozing so adorably in this one. :)

[@michelevuitton4656]

Creativity RV - Thank You SO Much for answering my Power Question! So glad you like my name, lol, Dad’s hero & now mine, is Carol Shelby! 😎 My Rental RV experience definitely was an Adventure...! I wish I could tell you that as soon as I got home, I went and purchased one but sadly, NO Way!!! I knew it would be “tough” but nothing like what I experienced 😳 All Props & Praise to you though for cutting it alone as a Female Nomad! As for me, I’m going back to Cruising (water) and maybe only small trips around Florida. Going through tunnels & on windy bridges with a 32 footer, around NY and not being able to travel on Parkways, just about broke me! May God continue to Bless You & your Boy on your Journey ✌🏻

[@LisaMarli]

Hi Boy. Earl Grey (the only reason my channel has any posts) says hi. He is grateful that I only travel a week or two at a time, he spends that time at home and has a cat sitter visit once a day. He's young, but likes his home.

[@CreativityRV]

Early Grey! Oh I love that.

[@franksmith7501]

If you're going to be parked for a while, bales of hay stuffed under your rig all the way around, are a great insulator. The only issue might be mice....????

[@wmanggrum]

Or fire.