Truck Camping in a Snowy Mountain Town (Renovated Truck Camper)

In this episode, I enjoy a chilly night of truck camping in snowy Telluride, CO. Winter came early this year and I'm definitely taking advantage!
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[@o.n.riderchristianauthor.303]

Suggestion from a born and bred northerner is to start up the vehicle before you de-snow and de- ice the vehicle all the while putting the windshield defrosters on with the heat setting on high It will be cold air at first but while you are cleaning the snow and ice off your truck it will become easier to do.

[@evilcam]

This. It's so common where I'm from that I thought everyone already knew that trick/necessity. But I spose people who don't have to deal with 6 months of snow have no need to know that trick, so it's great that good people like you, are spreading the word to the cold-weather living novices/uninitiated. I'm sure there is likewise, a thousand warm-weather tricks people like Mr Yentch could teach people like me too.

[@johnhuff393]

I run the heat through the vents and wait for the interior to heat up before directing heat through defroster. In most cases switching to defrost is not necessary.

[@rbuenafe100]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@johnhuff393]

@@rbuenafe100 worked great in Alaska.

[@rawbarbie]

Ditto from Michigan. (Heating up the car/truck will help you clear it quicker)

[@MarcoMeza]

Bro, for showers you can get a planet fitness black card for $22 per month with no contract and shower at any of their gyms. That is what I have been doing in California for the last week and a half. Hope this helps and keep up the cool videos!

[@TravelWithGarcia]

24 hour fitness is great too!.

[@donnahanfordnichols6573]

When you can see your breath inside your home ... that’s a huge sacrifice. Nope. Just nope. Which is why I’m so grateful for you courageous souls who brave the elements & let us come along. Best wishes. You’re so adorable. If you still have one, call your mom once in a while or schedule “calls,” like I used to do with my dad every Sunday while he was still alive. 🥰

[@recioh1297]

The most loveing comment I’ve read so far I love this don’t wait till it’s to late live day my day happy don’t go to sleep depressed hope everyone finds happiness 🥲 still on my journey 🤙🏾🥲

[@alvashoemaker8536]

That interior is GOOD LOOKING…! You are out of the weather, yet, STILL “camping”; what’s not to love…??!! 👍🏼👣🩴

[@goofsaddggkle7351]

That you got away with sleeping on a public street in Telluride is a minor miracle - count your blessings! Such a beautiful town though - hope you enjoyed it!!!

[@ivanleterror9158]

And the reason they wanted 30 bucks for a camp site in winter is because it's Telluride.

[@arleen8650]

I LOVE LOVE the yell after taking a sip of your coffee that's made from scratch (it always makes me smile). I was born and raised in S.F. CA and the last 20 yrs I've lived in MS. I ran across your channel when you made the Golden Gate bridge/SF videos. They brought me back home which I miss so much. I use to work at the Presidio and that bridge was right outside my window, and whenever I get homesick I look at those videos over and over. I'm 65 yrs old and I wish back in the day I had the courage to live like you do. The freedom you seem to have with nature all around you, makes me envious. You're a lucky young man and I'll continue to get joy from your videos. Take care and just continue to enjoy life because it does go by so fast. Good luck on catching a fish!!

[@bryanvilleda4800]

U still have time 🙏🔥

[@ellenL400]

Beautiful comment 😊

[@Sayfeijai]

The buddy heater has problems in high altitude over 7k feet . If you are not that high up , make sure you clean the pilot hole often with alcohol

[@JanandAnn]

Hey bro if you havent already make sure you change the lower ball joint on ur truck. Theyre meant to fail on these 1st gen tundras.

[@ameep]

Sometimes youtube knows your depressed and you need this ❤️ loved your videos man subscribed ! Really needed to at least imagine peace of mind for a change…

[@neoprotwo]

Out of all of the vehicle dwellers. I think you're my favorite man. The simplicity and coziness of the truck camper. Hopefully one day I'll take the plung and start living full time in a truck camper.

[@xstanadu]

Have you ever considered of becoming a chef ? You are so smooth and ya make cooking look like a joy . I wish I could do that …. You def have the talent ⭐️ However … your road trippin ‘ and camping is very entertaining and ya do it well sir !! WHISKEY 🥃!! The magic word 🥃😃

[@flappinshad6973]

HI man! New subscriber here! Just binge watched that last years worth of videos like a Netflix series, and I gotta say, what a cool adventure you are on! Keep up the good work man!

[@grandmacookieintheup5823]

ELO’s “A Living Thing” is one of my FAVORITE songs! Love it

[@benjaminkerby4998]

Hey Jonathan, I know you probably have thought of this but why don’t you use your jackery for the 12 volt system instead of the batteries you have. Just make a plug for the 12 volt port on the jackery I’m sure that thing has enough power for what you’d use it for couple lights and the water pump. I feel like it would also simplify the set up. Love the videos keep ‘em coming

[@donvinmingo9341]

Ikr this dude don't live comfortable att all no shower no heat he might as well get a tent and be done with it. I don't understand I really don't just sleep outside

[@bamsbbq]

@@donvinmingo9341 his truck camper doesn't have a shower. Much more comfortable sleeping on a mattress, not having to unpack and pack your crap everyday to do every little task.

[@estelleadamski308]

I really like when you cook, you should do a whole video just on cooking!

[@Davids-cc9sn]

Better get a military sleeping bag. Good to minus 50° F.

[@daphnegarcia2322]

Such beautiful snow views! You should think of getting a cubic mini wood stove. They’re amazing for tiny living

[@russellrlf]

"might have to get drunk to make it through this night...." I say this very same thing all the time.

[@donbell2107]

Buy a " Diesel heater 2KW ( $150 US ish) and install it into your camper.. safer, warmer and cheap.. I used them the entire time I drove tractor trailer all over North America ... Hope some of these suggestions might help you be more comfortable...

[@royking7298]

Dude!!! What happened to you?! Didn't see you for a long time! Now, suddenly, there you are!!! Glad to see you!

[@patrickpps]

I enjoy your videos. You crack me up when you yell out after you sip your coffee.....Be safe and have a good day.

[@JonathanYentch]

Glad you enjoy them! Thanks for watching

[@motogirlz101]

This video makes me glad I am in Cali right now where it's warm. But I did notice how you cracked the egg on the flat surface. Yeah, I see you!!

[@edwardweeden2834]

Always enjoy your posts. Most people who camp are 'cooks'. You Jonathan are a CHEF! Gotta go . . . I'm hungry now!

[@aaronrogers1971]

The windshield crack is likely due to going in multiple extremes in a short time, especially right after installation. The combos of curved glass, heat, cold, humidity, dryness and elevation changes in such a short time WILL do that to almost any windshield. Hope you had a warranty. It's mornings like that where the coffee is worth every drop. #woooooo

[@DigitalPetrol]

Also, check your insurance policy. Many will cover windshield damage.

[@jodylainekelley751]

,,i found in my 50 years,,if u have a little chip,,,never defrost your windows of ice,,scrape them,,thats what causes the cracks

[@drc1883]

Suggestion: with the Jackery you could run an electric heater instead of the Buddy. Would run all night and NO condensation, which the Buddy is famous for.

[@anthonymurphy2540]

Waking up to that cold, makes me say Fuc it, turn on the heat and go back to bed!!!!

[@bobbyswampfox]

Looked chilly for sure. I stayed at a funny "hostel" on the other side of the mountain, Rico CO, when I was on a bike tour across the country. Its a whole other world over there compared to Telluride. Check it out if you have a chance

[@TheWhizKid007]

You need to get a 20lb propane tank and get get the adapter Mr. Heater makes to use that to get longer heating times. You can go 24 hrs + on one 20lb tank, just sayin’.

[@horsenaround2000]

That’s so neat you were in Telluride… we use to go there often…. Please keep warm all the time.

[@JonathanYentch]

It’s so beautiful. Loved every minute there!

[@bellarose7897]

I think you should try using the reflective window covers that other van lifers use to help keep the cold out

[@davidflavin]

Loved the car music scene at 5m 30s that followed the shower description. Don't know why I loved that so much.

[@kccarrtheoregonhillbillyhi4803]

FYI those little buddy heaters have an altimeter in them and when you're a mile high they think that you have no oxygen.. great video thanks for sharing don't get out from underneath the covers...👍

[@scottvaj4434]

Good move switching to the Tundra for that camper. That is a sweet rig.

[@mason3024]

Love Telluride. Mountain Village is also pretty nice. Lots of places for food and drinks. Beautiful country up there Buddy. Spend some time and check out the free gondolas up the mountain👍👏😀

[@Homelesskateboards]

Hell yeah homie! Love that cooking in the queen!!!🍺🍺🍺🍺✌️✌️🤙🤙💨

[@rjtharp2]

Can you get a gym membership through a place with gyms all over, that way you can pop in and shower whenever?

[@WheresMyMap]

Love hearing one of my favorite bands, ELO, on your radio! -Daniel

[@Nodoubt323]

I see the empty spaces on the truck bed on either side of the camper. Maybe you can put up some netting on the truck bed and you can keep you fire wood and stuff back there.

[@vlkbvnds7868]

Love your videos bro ❤️, Be safe traveling… love from Florida! 💪🏾

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hey Johnathan that breakfast brunch looked great Jonathan you might should look into getting some plastic to cover your windshield and side Windows FYI NO scraping snow or ice it fallsright off

[@mattcaser6581]

A suggestion for the back of your camper. I'd build a fold up platform, that would plug into the hitch receiver. The deck of it would be expanded metal. I would build it in two sections, one on the right where a bicycle could be carried vertically, so you could still access the door with the bike attached. The platform folded down would serve as a step, and also a place to sit. Quick to deploy when needed, and equally quick to stow when ready to pull out and hit the road.

[@vanvorst1999]

Power bank tip: Don't use the AC power for incandescent light bulbs since the inverter wastes DC power but use inexpensive USB lighting fixtures to limit your battery drain.

[@tonyborrill1789]

The lightbulb he used looks like an LED type that maybe uses 9 watts of power (I have many of them around my house). Now I agree that a USB or DC light would probably use less, but he wasn't using an incandescent.

[@richardcliff3510]

I go backpacking with a Gravity works bag filter system. As it is gravity driven, no effort needed. just scoop the water and let the filter do the work. Would work well with your large volumes too.

[@mauriceaustin3442]

You need a Chinese heater from amazon. I paid $130 for mine and built it inside a $30 harbor freight large camera case for. Works amazing in our offroad teardrop trailer. Yes it diesel but burns so efficient. I use about 1/3 a gallon for 6 hours of use. Plus it will not put moisture in the air like propane. Just a thought. New follower from Montana. Looking forward to watching more of your videos

[@bamsbbq]

I was just going to suggest that. He is quickly going to find out about mold skipping from one climate to another and using so much propane.

[@theneanderthal6854]

Good for you man! See & live.

[@callmethaw7800]

Love the vids man, good to see the journeys. Good distractions from the day to day issues of my life.

[@miamisammy4020]

Hey JY! Just started watching your videos and I’m liking them a lot. I have an 05 Tundra 2WD I recently outfitted with a Bel-air 44” camper shell. I had to build out the interior myself and currently installing another 200w of solar. Don’t think I’ll be trying snow weather. So, your videos are entertaining. Keep up the good work. PS-You might want to invest in some weather tech mats so you don’t rust your floor out.

[@Laurar35]

BUrrr!!! Yea get the heck out of the cold state.

[@EvanLindy]

Just sitting here eating an egg sandwich watching you make one...... What is life? Eggcellent 🤣

[@windjammer1958]

Johnathan, have you looked into connecting your buddy heater to a 20 lb bottle of propane? you could run it all night (several nights) I use the BIG BUDDY in my 25 ft Pull behind and it will run you our on low but you can control the heat with open windows and vents... this will also help take the concern away about C0 2 emissions. just make sure you run a filter in line to the big bottle of gas to keep your pilot light and burners clean...as always enjoyed the vid... peace out!

[@deanwalker6122394226]

I use a smaller 10 lb propane tank with my buddy heater, hooked up with a propane hose. Same idea as above, but a little lighter, and easier to move around.

[@stevewoods8116]

Thanks!!! Hope you get somewhere warmer soon.

[@mattcaser6581]

Just found your channel. I'm spreading the word ... your channel should have a million subscribers. Keep up the good videos.

[@lovinglife4962]

🙋🏽‍♀️Jonathan I’m still here binge watching your channel 😉👍🏽👍🏽let’s roll 🚐. I’m really really enjoying watching and thanks again for all the helpful information 👍🏽👍🏽

[@moricey4776]

👍🏻✌🏻🇺🇸. Time to chase 65-70 degrees ⁉️

[@waltquandt6226]

Man that background music was somber and suspenseful at the end. I half expected a zombie to attack from behind one of the buildings. ☺ Any plans to get a diesel heater rigged up? Safe travels!

[@lawrence1986ify]

he dont really need it if he can force his battery to charge. witch some 4 gauge OFC would take care of that problem but IDK what hes doing I would have already had enough of that shit Freezing my ass off. I would have driven to the Audio shop to get it done they are just not Audio 99% of them are also 12v and 110 certified if it has a wire and fuse and a screen they can install it. if you want you only run off Batterys they can build a lithium battery to run a 6 bedroom house not even kidding. if you want solar they can install that 2 audio shops aren't just audio shops when broken down to the basics

[@truth4696]

Don't suggest for him to get this, the dude barely can figure out the buddy heater, don't want him to hurt himself lol

[@tracymacdonald4598]

I moved the thermostat for my heater right by the bed so I could turn it up before I get up in the morning

[@soulohthru2973]

Been loving your journey from the beginning. Live long my friend.

[@nelsonc2733]

Yea .. still In my backyard. it cold bundle up up here😁

[@enjoyingthejourneycanceras2355]

Wow, the views are gorgeous all around you.

[@NomadXplorer]

Me again, check out the Olympian wave 3 or wave 6. I have the wave 6 and I've been using it nightly every winter for 5 years now. Sips propane.

[@RoamwithJeep]

Dude, diggin your channel. Awesome camper set up! Was solo Jeep Camping out in Colorado in late July...it's beautiful out there. Am thinking of adventuring Big Bend for a few days ...have you been?

[@Davids-cc9sn]

Cool dude. I did that same thing when I was your age in a van. Not so obvious easier to find places to park...oh no dude, your missing on your shower. Get a membership at a gym showers and hot tubs some have pools. Stay safe keep going.

[@rawspace1212]

11:22 Some serious gratitude

[@herbabbott]

Okay, Enough with the critical, downer comments… I think you should be a film maker, your cinematography is awesome, good luck

[@martna1]

Buy yourself a broom from Dollar Tree to sweep your truck off. 🙂

[@dushy09]

Stay safe stay blessed !

[@KaltrinaDemiri]

Colorado is a beautiful state. I hope to visit someday.

[@gannonfamily2000]

All of the Heater buddies I have, have issues at high altitudes. I was told because of lower unsafe oxygen levels. Not sure if that's the case. But I have three that are hard to start when I go rock crawling at high altitude. I just use a blanket inside of my sleeping bag and double up on thermal Super Man underwear. Plus a bit of Jack with dinner is perfect.

[@darkgrey1790]

It could be due to the cold affecting the thermocouples. The altitude is another factor.

[@davidzimmer2694]

Really nice cooking segments. B roll is great also and the jazz is over the top. You've got a old sole and that's a great thing.

[@purewisdumb319]

Get a stove fan and attach it to the top of your buddy heater to circulate the nice hot air! Otherwise, the hot air is just going to float up and over the heater itself

[@Patrick-jx1yo]

I lived in Gunnison/Crested Butte for 5 years. Great memories 👍🏼

[@donbell2107]

Hey, I also have a truck camper in Ontario Canada... I purchased a Propane hot water on demand shower unit from "GASLAND" .. I mounted it right on the back of my camper beside the door which allows me to shower anytime.. have a look at them..👍

[@donbell2107]

O ya, also when you put the heater on to defrost the windsheild, put it on the vents first to warm up the window prior to switching it to defrost... you shouldn't crack and more windshilds...

[@kazumibear6683]

Windshields should have a screen protector like mobile phones. You would be like "oh there's a Crack in my windshield...oh great it's just the windshield protector" 😅

[@captainhml3868]

Love the “cold” music!! Love your videos.

[@CaveCreek101]

Hi, I wish I could send you some heat 🔥 looks like your headed to Cortez now it will be warmer 👍 the Indians ruins are cool . You’ll have to go back and enjoy Colorado in the summer it’s spectacular but now it’s going to get colder and colder . It must have been about 34 years ago I was at Wovenweep national monument west of Cortez Indian ruins there wasn’t even a ranger station so I’m not sure now what the rules are ? We just camped right there. It’s worth checking out. Have fun stay warm 😎Cathy O

[@LonelyPlatinum]

You should look into getting a diesel heater. They are much more efficient.

[@thatdudeinblack8707]

Brother you have the life!

[@smkjumpr]

Best burger in Telluride for sure. And cheap The Cornerhouse...

[@deanwalker6122394226]

The quality of the Buddy Heaters has dropped in recent years. I bought a new one last year and it is also a pain in the a$$ to light, and no I don’t live anywhere near high elevations. I have found that when it is difficult to light, if you use a lighter or small torch to heat up the little thermocoupler next to the Pilot light for about 10-15 seconds it lights much easier. I’ve had to do this a few times while ice fishing just to get it to light!

[@Davids-cc9sn]

100 proof whiskey nothing less. Don't drink it to get drunk, just a shot for your health.

[@emmalee3650]

Light your gas rings in the morning to heat the camper up

[@samiamLatina]

I definitely want to see more cooking videos.

[@jdc2]

Just moved to northern Colorado a couple months ago from cali . Do not regret it at all

[@nuggies5852]

Bro really moved form Cali to Colorado please go back you Californian. Y’all got mtns there should have stayed. Over populated with calis and Texans

[@LOTStreets]

Yeah i mean i like the snow having fun! But being in it 24/7 i can't do unless I'm surviving LOL

[@KnowRealIndia9124]

Happy Diwali 🪔 love from India 🇮🇳

[@DaveEPie]

Hey bro. First time watching your channel.Myself and a few of my friends did/ are doing what you are doing. Come on down to Sedona/ Prescott Az . Weather is still really nice. Not much fishing though. All long the Colorado River is good all winter. Havasu- Lake Mojave and Mead all good fishing and can camp at a lot of places for free. Just a thought. Colorado too cold in the winter for me lol

[@Troy_KC-2-PH]

Okay, that's it, we need details on all of your coffee gear.

[@nikip9161]

Ja, 16F is pretty darned chilly... Keep on, enjoy all in good health and safety :)

[@jaydahteaunna]

Come down south for winter

[@altego33]

would love to do this for a year. but I am a cold baby. will have to travel up north in the summer months. hanging down south in the winter

[@joannclinard6657]

Get a Berkey water filter! Expensive but so worth it!

[@geraldmccarty8630]

Nice camper just perfect for a Toyota tundra or a F150 perfect for traveling the country

[@jkujat75]

If you got Safelite Auto Glass out there, go change out your windshield for free and charge your insurance.

[@nelsonc2733]

IM so happy You're in the area WELCOME!!WELCOME 🙏 16Degree welcome 😃👋🙋🏻‍♀️

[@dbentley2195]

Word of caution about walking with your hands in your pockets up to a ledge cause if you trip it's good bye.❤️👍

[@ivanleterror9158]

Have you thought about using the open space under the camper for some kind of pull out secure storage.

[@cchen9062]

When the fuel is too cold, it won't work properly. Try different fuel if the buddy heater allows it. Great video!

[@JonathanYentch]

Oh good to know, thanks for the tips!

[@ImTheDudeMan471]

Probably the best place for a crack in the windshield. Low enough to not be an issue. I think you're good. P.S. Rental rafting and water rec areas will often have pay showers👍near general stores/ laundromats

[@rustynailmendlesohn8710]

Nice vid today Jonathan. The frozen Olive Oil bottle.......... oh man LOL. Take care :)

[@SD-bw9uv]

Hey for shower you can use Truck stops usually ia around 12$ but you can ask any driver who fueling and certainly they will give you a shower from rewards cards.( Pilot Flying J, Loves, TA, Petro)