We Had to ABANDON Our Vintage RV!? Leaving Indefinitely + Travel & Life Update!

We're leaving our RV parked indefinitely in Seattle! 😭 Her mechanical issues are piling up and we haven't been able to find a shop willing or flexible enough to work on her. So, we're leaving her behind and flying off for the holidays. We also have some upcoming travels to share and let you all know our plans for the end of 2023!
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[@KelpieKapersFarm]

I wanted to let you guys know that we have 50 acres down here just north of Vancouver, Washington. If you can get Clementine & Ruby down here, you are more than welcome to park them on our property. They would be safe and we wouldn't charge you anything. We're also friends with a certified mechanic. I'm sure he'd be more than happy to diagnose Clementine for you and give you a reasonable estimate on getting her fixed.

[@jennyzielke7642]

Good idea. Not sure how long an RV will last in SeaTac, sadly. A yard is probably better than a storage unit!

[@KelpieKapersFarm]

@@jennyzielke7642 That could be really sketch up there. I'm pretty rural, so we don't have worry about that stuff.

[@JoeMacdonaldGinger]

As a car nut and professional endless adventure fan, the issues sound super minor and totally fixable- don’t worry! Engine noise is an exhaust manifold leak (no scary just noisy) which would rob a bit of power, which could by why the engine quits when it’s first cold started where it’s not peak efficiency with the small exhaust leak. But still perfectly drivable. And the brakes, they sound d poorly fitted - they will work fine but again noisy. They will need anti squeal grease - some don’t apply it and the. They make that noise. Don’t give up, super easy to sort, or could be used as is still.

[@tedwalker1370]

As a mechanic for many years I think Joe is correct in his assessment of the problems. Find the right mechanic and get her fixed. It is much less expensive than a new unit. The old girl has got many miles left in her.

[@jackierosenwald4193]

The brakes' noise could be the routers. You probably replaced just the pads.

[@isbjrn358]

its all and easy fixed, but if you or in this case TEA have no freakin knowledge about this stuff and aren't really able to fix 'em on their own, Clementine is (and was) a money grave. Maybe it would be possible to fix it, but: it seems all mechanics are booked (or probably just don't want wastin' time on this RV) or it will cost a furtune. Plus it already cost a furtune and, guess, will cost even more in the future.

[@wietong]

100%

[@delukxy]

It does sound like manifold leaks. I would say that after an engine change with extras there should have been a comprehensive check of all of the fastenings after 500 to 1000 miles. That would include all of those on the engine. Don't know if that happened. My guess is that the manifolds are cracked due to the exhaust pipes having no fixed fastening stays close up to the manifold to pipe junction. Without those the exhaust acts as a lever on the manifolds as it wags around. It would have done a lot of wagging with miles of rough road and cross country action. New manifolds not too expensive and after being fitted properly an exhaust shop used to heavy duty trucks should be able to fit good solid supports at the front. Plenty of room underneath to slide under and keep an eye on these. If rubber mounts/rings are used check those often as rubber now days has a very short life. Brakes. As said these probably just need some TLC and may not even need parts. However they might have fitted cheap pads so replacing them with much better ones would be a good idea. Clementine is heavy and deserves the best. Hopefully they fitted new discs

[@joeshah8789]

Stay close to your mom. When I lost my dad in 2000, I was so thankful that I was nearby. You are still young but family is EVERYTHING. ❤

[@chrisdaniel1339]

Squealing brakes could mean you have a small stone stuck in-between the pad and the rotor no big deal especially after driving gravel roads in Alaska and Canada. Your issues do not sound bad at all.

[@garulusglandarius6126]

You put so much time money and effort into Clementine but sometimes you have to be ruthless when it comes to a money pit and severe inconvenience. Whatever you decide will be right but no one would blame you for throwing in the towel even though Clementine would be greatly missed. Your international travels ( food reviews ) were excellent and are what first got my attention to your channel when you were in Britain 👍 Best wishes to you both and your families ( especially your mum Eric ❤️❤️). Much love and support, from Britain ❤️❤️🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@AnimalChatter-br1cv]

But we knew Clementine was a money pit from the first day we saw her but they were foolish to buy her.

[@joanbroadway759]

You should think of Clementine as your grandmother. She's in great condition for her age, but she shouldn't necessarily be driven through extreme conditions. Maybe if you find a piece of land somewhere to build on, you could park her there and live in her while you do your build...I've seen a few people buying old campgrounds to renovate. I could see you guys doing that.

[@TravelswithLlama]

That's what I was thinking as soon as they hit Death Valley. Clementine, like any old girl, is past her extreme times. Gentle trips with lots of rest are, maybe, what she has left.

[@danielzhang1916]

yeah considering all the engine work they did, it's time to let it rest and move on, sounds like air intake problems, low fuel pressure, or a clogged fuel system possibly

[@dianemalloy1698]

Hubby is a mechanic & says you spun a bearing in the engine & whoever installed the breaks didn't lube them so the squeak

[@kenmcfeely8953]

Gary Allen! And dang, Eric, you’ve got a great voice! I’d still love to hear you on your guitar some day. Have fun, guys, and keep on staying safe!

[@slamboy66]

Sounds like a cracked cast iron header. Check the early warning tabs on brake pads, sometimes they get bent in shipping or install.👍👍👍

[@anthonykellner]

Sorry to hear about Clementine's issues, but secretly/not so secretly excited for you to have a reason to get back to some International Travel. It's why I started watching you guys! :) Safe travels!

[@darrellhornick7764]

I started following you guys years and years ago. When all you did was international travel. I can't tell you how happy I am to see and follow your International travel over the next couple months. Thanks so much for thinking of us originals.

[@Thetravelingmisfits89]

Sounds like bad coil packs, but I don't know much about vehicles lol. Just a noise I've heard from experience. Also that song is by Gary Allen ❤

[@johngeoffrey1863]

Brake problems are EASY to repair. EASY! It's time to take some time and learn basic mechanical repairs. Same with a power steering pump. Super easy repairs. The starting issue is a different story. That requires more advanced knowledge and tools. Love your channel!

[@user-fs5no4um7n]

So sorry the problems just seem to get worse. You worked so hard to create this amazing traveling companion. Wishing you the best.

[@SweetHopeCookies]

As much as we’ve come to love Clementine, let the good girl go on to her eternal rest.

[@ahnessa]

Eternal resting place*

[@teressarenslow5992]

Noooi! She can be fixed! I love the vintage RV!

[@jans3133]

Maybe sell her to someone that wants to park it in one location for a "cabin" and upgrade a pull behind trailer?

[@mary.1984]

I'm pretty sure they're not ready to give up on her YET.

[@brandonstewart7145]

Ya pass her on to someone that can iron her out mechanically.

[@omegajackson]

Rest easy clem….. que boyz2men, damn my vintage RV dreams died right now…… getting a van lol.

[@worldtraveler84]

I’m just gonna say it that RV has been nothing but trouble. You could’ve bought a brand new RV of the same size by now with all the renovations and repairs. Time to fold them.

[@barryjackson1401]

Gary Allan sings Watching Airplanes..Great song.

[@jerryk3562]

Call flying wrench in Kingston Washington❤ We use to live in Bremerton, WA. And flying wrench did all the work for us on are RV. We could not say anything better about them, when they worked on our 2015 Thor 28A. We retired and moved to Tennessee. You will find storage on the Kitsap peninsula is far less than over on the Seattle side. You can take the train from the airport to Pioneer Square, and a short walk to the Seattle Kingston fast ferry. call Lift for a ride to where you store your RV. Then you will only have a short drive to the Olympic mountain range. Since you will be leaving it, and still in need of repairs, Flying wrench is a mobile and shop maintenance facility, so they can let you know what it needs and take care of it for you well you are away.

[@BlanquitoMontoya-bw2tz]

GARY ALLEN sings that song. Kudos to Eric. It's great 🎶

[@familiasanchez3987]

So sorry to hear about you mom. Prayers to everyone. Gary Allen sings that song btw. Safe travels.

[@ynys_mon6928]

Prayers for your Mom Eric. Looking forward to seeing your new international travels.

[@leehamilton8344]

Heated seats are a game changer. ❤

[@Kenta59]

Don’t leave them there for too long, grass is the worst thing you can park a vehicle on. The moist that comes up from the dirt is sour and the grass produces oxygen so it’s Iike the perfect environment for rust and connections to stop working due to oxidation

[@Angela-1974]

Sending lots of love and positive vibes to your mum Eric ❤️🙏

[@susandibble3525]

Sending healing vibes to your mother and family Eric 🙏

[@jeannesauvage117]

Man. I am now emotionally invested in Clementine and my heart hurts that she is having more problems! Also, the TSA Precheck line in SeaTac is utterly redonkulous. I live in Seattle and I travel every couple of months and each time I got through it, I am amazed that it is as horrible as it is. Ugh. Looking forward to your skyroad endless adventures!!

[@jennielarimer8500]

My class c did the exact same thing--ticking noise and losing power. Turned out it was the manifold.

[@leighannedearingsilva6112]

Something they shouldn't be having trouble with after having the brand new engine installed!

[@NaickKim]

Sorry to hear you guys are having all this trouble again. Sending you love!

[@brendacostte9652]

Big hugs to your Mom&Clemintine ❤❤❤❤

[@spearfish60]

Safe travels to you both looking forward to your next exciting adventure 😊😊😊

[@samandnick]

You guys always have the craziest adventures! Hope you guys are doing well! ❤

[@AgeCobra]

Thanks Globetrotters hope your mom is doing ok .Looking forward to your next adventure ,

[@stargazer5073]

Best wishes for your mom, spend as much time with her as possible! Take tons of photos memories fade.

[@ladyofrange7633]

Hey yall!!! I'm just started watching your videos about 2 weeks ago. So I'm watching old travel, renovations and your current travels simultaneously. I think you guys are super cute and amazing! I love soulmates! And watching yall conceive your baby Clementine has been a complete joy to watch! Marvin absolutely tickles me! Praying for you mom Eric...❤

[@annereidy7981]

Good Luck you two, can't wait to see where next!

[@chrisraven2229]

So sorry about Clementine...thanks for the update about your mom....all the best to all of you❤

[@FloridaandBeyond]

We are excited that you guys are getting back to traveling abroad. We miss your Europe travels. Hope you enjoyed your family time over the holiday!

[@alohatvj]

Look forward to you finally repairing the RV one day so you can continue your state travels. Hope your mom gets well soon. Safe travels 🙏 💕.

[@teressarenslow5992]

Happy Holidays! Stay safe and happy!;

[@kbrown5523]

I'm glad to hear that you will eventually get to Washington and the PNW. January is usually really great weather here, but I kind of wish you'd wait till spring when everything is blooming and extra beautiful.

[@disneydorks6396]

Thanks for all the updates Eric & Allison! Have some time off for the Holidays. Sending much prayers for Eric's Mom. Looking forward for more adventures in the new year! Love you two ❤. (I'm from the Seattle area. Can't wait to see what you bring us for Washington adventures!)

[@mikemanjo2458]

Continuing prayers for your mom. Hope y'all have a wonderful Christmas together! Stay safe!❤🙏 Jane in SC

[@travelertrome8449]

Excited to learn you guys are planning to do international travel again!! 😃🛩

[@janiceduerr620]

Safe travels and have a wonderful time.

[@laruedouglas7972]

Prayers for your mom. I know the feeling, have been dealing with it with my husband.

[@LPVPisFr33]

Take whatever time you need with your sick mom. If you loose subs over it, then they weren't fans to begin with. If it's a video per 2 -3 weeks or once a month, family 1st. Best wishes and prayers to you and your family.

[@alexandrugheorghe5610]

💯

[@skywatergarage]

Born and raised in the PNW. Live in southwest Washington. There is definitely a lot to see in this state. I travel aswell but as an oversized load escort so I am thankful to see other parts of this beautiful country. Can’t wait to see your Washington adventure.

[@jimandsniffers9408]

Happy Holidays 🎊🎉✝️🇺🇸be home and make some precious memories that will last forever ❤️

[@Fixarnisse88]

Well, dear Allison and Eric, I,m 72 years old and I started follow you when you just had bought Clementine and I was amazed over how you learned to renovate her from scratch without any knowledge how to do. Just like myself and you made me and several others that followes you so happy with you relation, you are sooooo nice to eachother and sare

[@jasonrueschman1590]

I am so sorry to hear about your mom I pray for her💯💯💯💯🙂

[@teamc1259]

I love you kids!❤ Sending prayers for you and your Mom😊 that God gives you more time ❤️🙏♥️❄️🎄⛄🙏

[@ChanelleCarlin]

Sorry you've had such a rough time with her. I've loved watching you rebuild and drive her. It was a huge inspiration because we used to have a 76 Coachmen Leprechaun. Best wishes!

[@jeffhampton2767]

That's ashame. Why don't you buy a piece of land somewhere and put Clementine on it and live in it until you build a house. It would be like camping in her for a couple years! ❤🇺🇸🙏🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@staceymoorebarker]

Excited to see you travel internationally again! 🎉

[@ariannecollman1972]

Welcome to Seattle! I hope you enjoyed your short stay even with the car troubles. 😊

[@user-pp2ze4yq3m]

IMHO, it's *always* better/cheaper/easier to deal with what you got than it will ever be starting over with something else -- aka just trading one set of problems for another. With the rig you already have, you just get to know more and more about it over time. I never lament what it costs to repair or maintain my rig as I know I'm keeping it forever so I'll be the one who gets all the good from that repair. Repeat after me: Newer is *NOT* better. More expensive is *NOT* better. And bigger is *NOT* better either.

[@chrystaltuckness5298]

For anyone that *has* to travel with a duffle 😳 try extending the shoulder strap as long as possible then unhook one end, thread it through both top handles, reattach, and wear like a backpack. You are still traveling with a duffle and you don’t look cute 😡 but at least you can more evenly distribute the weight. I just had to do it and it saved my back navigating Heathrow.

[@montyjohnstone9640]

I can’t believe she tried to take that duffle as carry-on!! It looked way too large.

[@Del-Lebo]

OMG! That's why your Awesome channel is SO exciting! The Endless Adventure!!! True as true! It's part of the journey and fun!? I love your positivity! Keep on trucking and smiling! Love you 2!🥰💪👍💞

[@Badgerpapa]

So sorry to hear about your Mother Eric. If you got your personality of laughing at even the tough times from your Mother I am sure she will keep you smiling. Hope your flight was good. If you need to leave your vehicle more northern midwest you could leave it out at my farm. I have a few things stored also that I should sell. Stay safe and healthy.

[@wendymorrism4300]

Happy travels again guys!!❤️ My daughter and I heading to Christmas markets in Cologne on Saturday! Be hysterical to bump into you😂🎄🎅🏻❤️

[@TonyPhillips-jy7ev]

Good news thx sharing prayer’s your mom!

[@jj-if6it]

Totally agree about not bringing a duffle! I thought I was being clever cause they weigh less, but you get so sick of carrying them around without any wheels

[@mikeanderson6522]

God 🙏 bless. Thanks for all your videos. Prayers for all. Can not wait for your next update.😊

[@georgewinters3191]

Hope your coming to Australia for Christmas 🇦🇺👍😊

[@tankertim]

Gary Allan! Nailed it…😂

[@moriven]

I am so glad to hear that you might be going back to international travel!

[@-RONNIE]

Thank you both for the video I'm glad you had a good time visiting your families. Too bad about Clementine & Ruby you'll figure it out. Can't wait to see you where you go on your upcoming trip.

[@roypearce6968]

Poor Clementine you have so much trouble with her hopefully you can get her fixed she very special 🧡🧡

[@tammycruz8189]

Remember everything happens for a reason. Happy Holidays I am so very happy u get to spend it with your mom Eric . She has been in my Prayers. Safe Travels Always God Bless Ya'll Mucho Love from your friend in Michigan Tam ❤️ ♥️ 💕

[@cumminsjimmy71]

That song is Watching Airplanes by Gary Allen

[@CashMopar]

We finally caught up after watching all your road trip videos! Now we can go back and watch other playlists while we wait for new videos. Thank you guys for being a bright spot in our lives! We love you guys!

[@JustinBrehm]

I just seen that I'm over 100 plus comments on every great video, I feel like I've been watching forever and more than once

[@meursaultscourtroom8886]

I had a vintage fiat and it was kept alive by a lovely Italian mechanic who after he worked on it would always say " we try, we say a prayer and we see". Poor Clementine, RIP.

[@alexandrugheorghe5610]

😂

[@nicolebogusky9975]

Can you park Clementine somewhere and use her as an AirBNB? So much work into restoring her!

[@yomo1690]

That's what I thought. Great idea

[@petermcclung9730]

So sorry to hear about Clementine -- Uggh - so frustrating!

[@MarkBlinn]

We fully understand the RV issue. We are currently in one-again. You got lucky with the weather here in the PNW. It’s not normally this dry this time of year.

[@duckypam]

Safe travels and get well soon dear Clementine! Any news about property?

[@myrnahermann7000]

Thank you for your videos. We're not RVers but love watching your travels. Have you seen the new Pebble Flow RV? It is truly a new concept and well done to the young designers.

[@mfuller1957]

I just went to a burial service today. Life is so short so jet off and be with family. 🙏🙏🙏❤️😘

[@melissaphillips3088]

I am so sorry Clementine is not doing well😢 Rest up old girl there might still be life in you yet . The song is by Gary Allen i believe!! Safe travels Eric and Allison💕

[@maccalemon]

fab vid, can't wait to see where you go to

[@davva360]

That engine knocking sound started out sounding a bit like an exhaust leak but at this point it sounds very bad. You should not be having so many problems with a new reconditioned engine. I wish you luck with it but i think it’s time to get rid.

[@smitty9424]

No break pads rotors and coil pack and wires

[@suzannehawkins383]

haha I feel for you guys!!! I tried to drive a little car up the Rockies whilst the manual clutch was quickly breaking down. we made it up, I could walk faster than we were going by the end. and we coasted right down the mountain and directly into a motel parking lot where the car stayed (also a thanksgiving day, but in Canada lol I just remembered) until the mechanic came to fix it and send us on our way to California.

[@mattbuchanan9024]

Chuck's Cheveron in Everett (Just north of seattle) works on RVs. Ive gotten my older rig fixed there a few times and they are pretty good place.

[@arbusco]

I agree I think the manifold in the bad starting in the idle and etc. etc. etc. I think they’re all related

[@KindaNewHere]

Having driven lots of old cars I am going to assume it is a compression issue perhaps vacuum leak. Regarding brakes, that sounds like metal on metal. Maybe Caliper? The clip may have come out.

[@sunnyskies4628]

Oh my goodness guys! It is commendable your dedication to Clementine. Unless you are a pretty darn good mechanic these ENDLESS MECHANICAL ADVENTURES 😊 are not going to stop. You guys are mechanics dream customer ❤ I do wish you the very VERY best.

[@1958zed]

Definitely not a car guy here, but I did have a similar experience eons ago driving my parent's 25-foot motorhome with it slowing down. In a nutshell, there was a baffle in the muffler that had dislodged and was blocking the exhaust gasses from leaving the tailpipe. The more I pressed on the accelerator, the more backpressure was placed on the engine, and the slower we went, especially uphill. I don't recall if it made a similar sound as to what you were experiencing (this would have been around 1975). It would have taken several days for a new muffler to reach our location in remote northern Wisconsin, so the mechanic just took a long metal rod and poked it through the muffler to create an opening for the exhaust gasses to exit (it was a straight shot from the tailpipe to the muffler, so easy to do). Needless to say, we did make a lot of noise as we drove down the highway, as the muffler was now essentially a straight pipe. Good luck!

[@jeremynewell9903]

Get some mass airflow cleaner and give it a spray. That's our issue with our old vehicle going up hills. It feels / sounds terrible, but then the spray makes it run fine for a while.

[@antheiam8181]

Eric you have a magnificent voice! So sorry about Clementine yet again! But please sing more for us!

[@johnp139]

YES, Only TWO carry-on things!!!

[@jarekweckwerth1390]

As usual, perfect music selection!

[@genacostello5896]

Feel so bad for you guys! 😢❤

[@jerryhack5192]

Gary Allen. Awesome Song!!!

[@PeacefulExposures]

dryer sheets are the best mouse repellent

[@skyluv420]

AWW. I'm so sad I sat though a few years a fixing up Miss Clementine lol. Good Luck you guys. You have so many choices. I'm really sorry about you mom. My mothers going through the same it has spread and they gave her her time. I've been caring for her and my next step is leaving my small town and traveling in my Rv too. happy thanksgiving everyone

[@mikemanjo2458]

Cab Fresh has worked well for us and we like the smell, too. It disipates over time, so you probably won't smell it when you get back.

[@gabbyway472]

Hi from across the river. Springfield, IL