The Worst Part Of RVing!

[@kavitadeva]

Hi. I am a single woman I am 62 years old and I have been rving for 20 years now. What I wish I had was a handyman to travel with. The one thing I don't have any Savvy about is building things fixing things reconstructing things and all of what goes on and is needed in RV traveling. You just get right down and get to it. I admire that so much. I've been lucky in a sense. I had one motorhome that was always trouble and I got in a big collision and it got totaled. So I got a new one from the money I received from the insurance company and this one's been a gem. So I've been blessed with not having too many things break down. I'm a little bit wary of getting in back roads and staying on the back roads where you're not near anybody. Because if something did happen that would really be a problem for me. Thank you for making the video I like your content a lot. Have a great day and happy trails.

[@txpatriot7044]

Next time maybe try a gas 2500 or F250. No maintenance but oil lube and filters. Buy Jiff to prevent seperation. :) Nice video.....I have my first RV on order...cant wait.

[@daves1646]

Jared, Thank you for 'opening the door' and showing folks what is out there for them to EXPERIENCE once they dive in. Truly beautiful sights along the way in this episode. Thanks again! And I definitely agree, the breakdowns are the worst, at least until the creative half of the brain kicks in and takes over the troubleshooting and fix finding. Who loves the unexpected STOP. You're knocking it out of the park!

[@jondrew55]

This is a very good video. We've had almost every RV you can think of from pop ups to a 40' Diesel. Never had a 5th wheel or class "B" (yet). But we gave up the Motorhome last year because we just did not have the time to use it enough to justify it. But to be honest, mechanical issues, driving a big rig, set up and take down was starting to get old. Been trying to convince the wife to try out a van camper. Big enough to sleep in comfortably or if you have a run of bad weather. But small enough to keep in the driveway. It would be great for day trips, or even long hauls alternating between campgrounds and hotels.

[@terrylarkin1451]

Jared, I appreciate your humility, tenacity, positive attitude, and overall willingness to share your experiences and perspective. Thank you. We are about to begin the adventure ourselves, and your videos masked it much less daunting.

[@zanezakai5240]

i guess I'm kinda off topic but do anyone know of a good site to watch new movies online ?

[@kylenjunior4263]

@Zane Zakai Flixportal :P

[@zanezakai5240]

@Kylen Junior Thank you, I signed up and it seems to work :D I really appreciate it !

[@kylenjunior4263]

@Zane Zakai no problem :)

[@daveanddeb5629]

Your videos are always great! We had a 19 ft Trail Cruiser, we called "Honey Baby" for almost 14 years and now for 3 years we've have a 34 ft. Coleman. We absolutely love the rv life. We are not full time but we will be next year after I retire.

[@goddardwb]

Ford diesels starting problems sometimes are overcome by allowing a few seconds before trying to starts. Listening, I can hear the my diesel pump and it takes 35 seconds before pump stops. By allowing this time, starting functions starts quickly.

[@stevemueller5844]

We broke down in page Arizona and it was the most relaxing trip we ever had. We knew there was nothing we could do while the truck was being fixed. So we just hung out and relaxed,,, thank you page Arizona beautiful place to break down

[@thetinysideoftiny7625]

Jared, Your best video yet. You were honest, but in an uplifting, positive way. As a 10 year full-timer, I agree that the positives far, far out weigh anything on your list. BTW - I’d add backing in to a camp site to that list. On several occasions I’ve felt like “I’m done with this” after having to shoehorn my trailer into a phone booth size spot 😁

[@richmilligan5881]

Agreed- the backing in/learning to back up is near the top of my list.

[@Rphasmid]

I have a Princess Truck. It is a 2012 Dodge. He exists to pull our trailer around during the short Canadian summer. He lives in storage during the winter and gets everything he needs, when he needs it, but there is always a chance there will be a breakdown; In the middle of nowhere, in the middle of the night, in the middle of a thunderstorm, breakdowns are attracted like ants at a picnic. It always surprises me that at times like that I can usually get us going again despite not having a clue what I am doing. Desperation is a huge motivator.

[@michaelrosado6494]

Were is that location you ended the video. It was beautiful.

[@rickhopkins1678]

Regarding storage space and weight management we are constantly evaluating what we carry and purging those things that we no longer need.

[@williamnorris7236]

Your fix it/improve it videos are the best, but you are also an excellent videographer (yes, that is a word). You have the touch.

[@philsmith5400]

Jared - you rock! You are so practical, informative, and an incredible "go to" for new and experienced RVers. Thanks, and keep up the great work!

[@steffanieb4671]

Great information I pick up my first one Wednesday cant wait to get started

[@herb7877]

Nicely done & said. Our frig is 8 cu ft and keeps the 2 of us well supplied for week or two with no issues. Not a lot gets thrown out from lack of use, as our home unit does. My biggest issue is broke down along side the road wether in traffic or miles from the nearest paved road. Followed by finding a spot to spend the night. This one is moving towards #1. In my 40+ years of RV-n we never had to worry about reservations until about 5-6 years ago. Lots more people out there and camp spots have not kept up. Over the years I have tried to keep my wits about me and take RV repairs in stride & not get upset over them. It's all part of the program.

[@dudetralian]

You are appreciated sir, great videos with valuable content, thank you and congratulations on your new truck, those are great trucks.

[@BoondockingWithBoomer]

“I am actually not a big complainer. Its almost kind of hard or me to do this list, because I see the other side of this. All these things are so petty and really not that big of deal when you get to look at all the places you get to go, and do, and see, and spend time with your family. None of these things matter. They don’t matter at all. This is the pay off. Getting to be there for the sunrise and the sunset and the beautiful times in between” JARED, YOU COULD NOT HAVE SAID IT BETTER BUDDY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@timaz1066]

Everyone's needs are different full timing, I went with an old (2000 Monaco Dynasty) for weight capacity. I think you should be handy fixing/troubleshooting to live full time with all of the different systems in an RV...But I love it! The good outweigh "the bad" by far. I'm in the Tetons area now and it is very busy with RVs...Getting time to head up by Yellowstone and I think it will be very busy there also....Nice video as always.

[@PentaxLife]

Great video like they say don't sweet the small things. Keep the sunny side up!!!

[@brentdreamer2025]

I agree with you about a lot of things you mentioned that don't really matter in the end. My only issue I am afraid of with RV'ing is breaking down while driving in an area I am not familiar with. SHTUFF happens. Cheers Jared and family, maybe we'll see you on the road someday. Keep on keepin on.

[@lorih379]

Wherever you are it is stunning !

[@wellsonwheels457]

Thank you for incorporating some of your amazing beautiful photography into this one !! 🤟🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@hannahtherv]

hey where were you at the 9:45 mark? I almost thought you were walking the trails in Ecola State Park on the Oregon coast but then obviously you were on a lake or river... looks like a really nice place!!

[@buck4mt]

I've been binge-watching your videos tonight. They are awesome. We just recently bought a 23' camper (used)... and it is awesome... However, at this point, it also seems SO overwhelming!! We took it on a 2 week trip - and we really enjoyed the trip. Your comment on missing the internet was spot on! Upon returning to our house, all I've done is use the internet! Anyway, after spending a lot of money on the camper itself - it feels like we have to keep buying more and more expensive items for the camper. (I mean, you can buy cheap... but I like investing in the right item the first time if I can.) In the short time we've had it I feel like I've almost had to research EVERYTHING about it and read EVERY manual that came with the thing. 1 - The fridge is really finicky (cleaning the burner helped a little). 2 - Batteries - considering a battery monitor now - but during the trip we upgraded from a single 100AH deep cell to 2 90 AH AGM's, when we drew down the battery way too low boon docking. It seems perhaps our water pump uses too much power (or we need to start using our "blue cube" water jug instead on boon dock trips??) We have a generator (more $$$ spent), but in addition to bothering other people, I hate needing to run the generator every day. So, here I am learning more about battery monitors and solar (more money - yikes!). 3- It seems the vent valve under the bathroom sink may also be bad because it really smells in the bathroom and we think it is coming from the sink area (RV Geeks helped us on that one). 4 - I think we need to re-seal most of the camper. I feel like the "To do" list is growing faster than I can check the items off the list. Ok - sorry for the super long comment. Just venting a bit, I guess. I'm just hoping that I get over the "new camper" hump and that it soon starts to feel more manageable and not so overwhelming.

[@lenharding72]

Totally get this list and you are right, after a little time with it a lot of it I do t even thing about any more.

[@garygroves9999]

#5 for me not so much of the physical driving part,but driving in and on unfamiliar roads and conditions ( tall bridges and over passes a little white knuckle for me)! We're just a week at a time or weekenders (budget and age of our rv class C Itasca has us limited) and I totally understand the maintenance part and a lot of your points, I thought I was the only one who worried about that stuff! Enjoyed the video! You and your family have safe travels

[@911jsp]

Jered...as always, your cinematography is top notch and mixed with revenant content--a winning combination!

[@gloredon]

Way to go Jared, only you could make a video entitled, "The Worts Part About RVing" and have it make me want to get out there even more. Payoff.

[@remitremblay2091]

Great video again Jared! So glad you are touching all the aspects of RVing...indeed, it looks amazing...but sometimes, it isn’t! Great to see you are keeping busy in the mist of everything that is happening in the states. Stay safe with your family. We will get to see you on the other side of this crazy COVID-19 crisis. Remi (Quebec, Canada)

[@thangala]

Really nice video. Enjoyed the shots.

[@davidgadbury1832]

I love the shots at the end. Very awe inspiring scenery.

[@carolusmagnus6917]

That was some of the most beautiful, skillful videography I have ever seen. Well done, sir. What is the music near the end?

[@henrykn4257]

Great video as always Jared. Thank you.

[@bettystevens5397]

Nature is such an inspiration!! Thank you

[@RVEastCoast]

Beautiful, beautiful video... and as always beautifully said.

[@markadkins9290]

Excellent, I've learned a lot from your videos and I really appreciate it! New and nervous.

[@davidyule3605]

I was curious to watch this one. And I’m really glad that you ended it the way you did. Jared, you truly inspire!

[@22howards]

Agreed!!!!!!!

[@beach3girl459]

Every lifestyle has trade-offs. Just being "out there" communing w/nature...priceless!

[@LanceMcCormick]

RV Living Where you get to play with your dookie twice!! Brand new 2020 Hurricane 35m 2200 miles on engine and it blew!! 3 Months just to get new engine. New water tank, new slide mech, leak, winegard fried, list goes on, just got our RV back last week and taking off in about an hour!! Bought new so wouldn't have to have all this happen!

[@CrazyMooseManor]

Even as a kid I never remember a bad time breaking down. It's still better than being at work. Atleast you have your camper and things to do if you have a 5th wheel or a travel trailer.

[@H3nryg]

Great b-roll , editing and content. Thx for sharing.

[@jeffexley1004]

By the way, I have watched about ten of your videos.very helpful.love it,,

[@cndig]

12 volt fridge good middle size and work better but you need solar to be save.

[@craigphillips7258]

Always love your videos...thank you.

[@DavidHBurkart]

...its all about trade-offs for the pleasure of the journey and the destination. Its also the reason we purchased our 3rd RV after twenty years of other-life, this time an older Class A to see if we enjoy motorhoming over tow-vehicle travel. Retirement is close for me, and whatever awaits after, Lord willing, if we enjoy RVing again, perhaps a new way of life.

[@WeekendRVing]

Great info we went full time 4mths ago and love it

[@leighsheppard8614]

I can't believe how empty your fridge is! Nice job! Ours is always packed to the gills!

[@MonicaIsraels]

I follow the Mobile Internet Resource Center here on KZbin to keep up with Internet and connectivity on the road, and I couldn't be happier with that. Like you said, everyone has at least one bad time dumping but otherwise it's no issue. What's better: living in a house that never moves or driving a big house to fun places, and dumping its tanks every once in a while? I'll take the latter! Thanks for a great video.

[@tobeywood2434]

We half timers only do about 6 or so months a year. You have Great videos thanks. We are looking at adding some security cameras on the outside. We need non wifi wireless cameras three or so. This would be a good one to do.

[@LittleTaiChiMermaid]

I'm RVING solo. I'm 64. Having a blast. I do my own maintenance and repair and enjoy it. I lived and traveled on a 44 ft. sailboat for 28 years... RVing is comparatively simple and so much cheaper. I'm one of the luckiest people alive. This is a beautiful country to explore. For me the key is keeping my TT on the small side 21ft. I have everything I need and can be packed and ready to go in 40 minutes. Yahoo!

[@TheLanceFrazier]

Beautifully shot B-roll! Keep up the great work and thanks for the useful information!

[@commonsensepatriot9450]

Not sure what year your Ford is, but I had an issue with my 02 7.3 and it turned out to be the plastic around the checkball under the fuel filter. It was a bear to figure out and cost me far more than replacing the fuel filter housing.

[@stevencordell2651]

Great video!!!! Do you have any videos on places you guys have been or places you guys like to go?

[@dellmedia]

I love your channel. Thanks for all the great tips!

[@anthonylawlor9130]

Excellent presentation. Keep up the great work.

[@twocampinggurus5555]

My biggest fear is breakdowns on the road. Great video.

[@mikebowen96]

Another great video! Curious what park was the backdrop? Looks like it needs to be on our bucket list. Thanks for all you do!

[@sethwagner9780]

Great video Jarred!!! I agree, the payoff is so worth it!!!

[@SunsetSeekers]

As usual, your video was insightful and informative! Thanks for sharing!

[@t.wallace5418]

Good stuff mate!

[@OurPOVThatsItThatsAll]

Great video!!! We'll be out there full time soon!!! See ya down the road.

[@mtnhorn2619]

"Decision fatigue" - or to paraphrase, "information overload." I know the situation, which is why I dread letting my wife look a t a menu when we dine out . . . she cannot decide. And then, so much time is spent trying to save nickels and dimes by "comparison shopping!" Where possible, I try to reduce decisions down to will or won't, yes or no, can or cannot. Life is too short to spend on possible-maybes. Thank you for sharing the experience - I don't feel so singularly alone anymore. : )

[@KRT045]

You are definitely not alone!

[@MarkLuffman]

Ahhh, the fun of the Fridge Jenga Challenge!

[@RussKinsey]

What I want to know is where you were when you started filming. That was gorgeous!

[@smilingsun47]

where?

[@EDLaw-wo5it]

Very good vid. You hit the nail on the head. Havagudun Jared

[@kkz2dgz]

Thanks great video !

[@ftkinsella]

Cool video. Cheers!!!

[@Blakehx]

Yes the trailer fridge and internet... both suck! Also, the lack of personal space (depends on your relationship with your family / travel partners)

[@dacks14]

great camera work, the opening sequence was just great

[@johnpavon799]

Great video the footage was well thought out!

[@janebray9392]

Hubby and I bought our 1st travel trailer 2yrs ago, a 12ft TT. (9x6.5 box to live in!), last year we travelled from Vancouver Island🇨🇦 12,000 miles, 33 states, 145days, and everyday got better and better! Even when our slave cylinder went, and we were stuck in Idaho dealership for 4 days, it was free rent, coffee, water, electric, wifi! Lol! Oh and a loaner car to go sight see!!! Plus we were invited to camp on a fellow customers million dollar property right on the Snake river!!! Nothing but lemonade!❤😍🤣🇨🇦❤🇺🇲‼️👍

[@shoerock1]

Thanks for this positive message. We are going FT RVing June 2021 and so looking forward to it. One question.....where were you staying in this video? I would like to put it on the places to stay list. Thanks again.

[@AllAboutRVs]

This was filmed near glacier national park in an rv park called mountain meadows.

[@Tryke_Ryder]

I like your choice of sound track!!

[@timf6916]

Beautiful view

[@kulakds]

Where did you film this video? Looks beautiful!

[@billderinbaja3883]

OK, you missed a couple: 11) Storms & Bad Ground: Not all campsites are good. I'm in Texas, land of thick sticky mud... it's 1am and all night it has rained with CLOSE lighthing and outrageous thunder and the wind is blowing so hard the 5th wheel never stops moving... when I step out of the trailer soon, I already know it will be a nightmare of tenaciously sticky muddy boots in the freezing cold and wet (this is the winter of 2021, still bad in TX)... and then after I accomplish my task in the dark, I will have to come back inside... impossible to manage all of that and keep the rig clean. No mud room on an RV. 12) ... well, I'll think of more... but this is tonight. Soon there will be another sunny bright moring in a gloriously beautiful place, and tonight will just be a good story.

[@davidsprygada4550]

If that’s all that goes wrong, we’re doing alright. We live on a boat, that’s called a Tuesday. But the views are spectacular and so worth it! Smooth sailing. s/v No More Mondays

[@eeek5127]

Would love to see a break down of your camera gear and editing work flow.

[@AllAboutRVs]

I’ll add that to my list to do, I’ve been considering doing a video about that but wasn’t sure if people would find it interesting, thanks for the suggestion!

[@ronaldkinder3498]

LOVED IT! You are simply the BEST!

[@lenharding72]

Do you determine location by internet availability? My plan is to work from the RV in a few year but that is a must have during the week. Any tips on making that happen?

[@petercolquhoun2086]

It's a good idea to have multiple options. For example, get AT&T *and* Verizon based services. If one does not work the other might. Redundancy is expensive but weigh your cost of not having a connection versus your monthly bills.

[@glutenfreebear976]

Dumping the black tank, in Moab in 100 degree heat, in a five RV lineup with a clog in the line :)

[@MonicaIsraels]

Yikes! I have to assume the rinse water was also broken, and the guy next to you just had an "incident." Good times!

[@goleafsgo8496]

Just found your channel all subscribed up but have not caught up on previous content to much. Outdoor Kitchens from a Non RV owning perspective looks like a real waste of space to me. I mean the fridge they provide is small (Beverage Version) and you are only steps away from your main Fridge? Also we will be a retired travelling couple perhaps if you had kids this secondary access to snacks and drinks may be more practical.

[@matthewbryant4025]

I have a 1ton dually and I tow a 3500 lbs 14ft food trailer and I am looking to get fifth to do a tandem. Do you have a recommendation for a fifth that can support the weight of my food trailer?

[@chug-a-lugdoug4638]

So amazing. How can I donate?

[@mind5533]

Where was all this gorgeous footage taken?

[@AllAboutRVs]

We were near glacier national park and the lake was avalanche lake.

[@michaelthompson3679]

Great video!

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

Thnk you soooooo much!!!

[@toddramsay977]

The B footage of the lakes and mountains, is that in Northern CA or Colorado? Very pretty area.

[@th1npower]

MT? looks like Glacier Nat Park.

[@carjack69]

Running the generator in a big snow storm..

[@willieiso118]

The ghost in the machine.... as a former army mechanic there have been many times i've been called to a job only to find no fault and not be able to replicate the issue... and then two days later get called back to the same vehicle.... ghosts, phantoms... FM (F*****g Magic)

[@tytomlinson7831]

No, I don't want a residential fridge. We boondock at least once per summer.

[@krisban26]

Turn your peanut butter upside down to keep it from separating

[@JamesSmith-uc8tk]

We bought a used 2013 Class C a year ago. Low miles. Great deal, right? No. The purchase process should have made us walk away, but we were dumb. A year in and I've blown nearly $4k for repairs. Having an RV is not worth it, IMO. If it wasn't for the wife, I'd put it in the Walmart parking lot with a For Sale sign on it.

[@spencemp3]

First! Woot woot! Love your content, we use “adam’s no stir” peanutbutter and it never separates🙃 random tidbit. Your positive approach to problems and seeing you be able to fix them inspires me with confidence. Again thanks for sharing.

[@RVKevin]

Do you ever have trouble with your refrigerator failing to lite or fail to start randomly when you are at elevation over 5500 feet ? If so have you found a solution or a fix for that problem? (with your absorption fridge)

[@AllAboutRVs]

I have not had that issue. We have a video on the Rv fridge and walks through a bit of maintenance for the burner that might help you out.

[@RVKevin]

@@AllAboutRVs , thank you.

[@purna079]

My bet is this is some place in california, sequoia national forest....

[@carmen-ko4gd]

Do you recommend an internet company?

[@jamesregister8883]

How are you hooked up to the internet, and has it been there when you wanted it.

[@CR25325]

Hi Jared, loved this video. Thank you for covering one concern I have about my future rv life. It’s about emptying black tanks. It’s nice to know that 99% of the time it’s no problem but my concern is where to find places to do it? I don’t yet know when and where you would do it. Are these places easy to find when in BLM land, state parks, etc? Currently living in a sticks and bricks, I never have or had to think about this so I’m trying to understand if this takes up a lot of time searching for these places? Are they always conveniently located? I really need to get out there and find this out for myself!

[@MonicaIsraels]

hi Thomas, that seems to be everyone's first worry until they realize it isn't as challenging as it seems. You can dump at RV parks, KOAs, state parks, some gas stations, and other places. Even if you aren't staying at an RV park, they will usually let you use their dump station for $10 or so. You can also stay at many parks with "full hookups" that include a way to dump your tanks right there at your site whenever you want. I found a storage lot with a dump station, and that has been very handy. They aren't hard to find at all. Hope that helps!

[@CR25325]

Monica Israels Hi Monica, thanks for your reply. Good to hear that they are much more convenient than I thought. Now I understand why this isn’t an issue. Like I said before, I need to get out the to see it myself and will be out there soon! Thanks again!