What Have We Done? CHANGED AGAIN! / Truck Camper Life

[@richardvincent7764]

Have you ever considered night vision cameras? If someone's walking on your camper they cannot hide.

[@iana36s]

Good to see a KZbin channel actually making a decision based on cost/value. Getting to the finish line in a manner you personally desire is ultimately what matters. We can all relate.

[@richardvincent7764]

Have you ever considered adding night vision cameras around your camper? If someone's walking around your camper , they cannot hide.

[@sobodon]

Very nice. Last year I bought a 2000 RAM 3500 dually (113000 miles) with a 2000 Lance 1130 because it fit my wallet ($16k total). The camper is old and has a few issues. I am old (73) and I have a few issues so we get along very well together. If you ever up in Southern Virginia I have a full overnight site for you.

[@bob_frazier]

Storing an RV inside is the single greatest way to lengthen its life.

[@deanmay338]

Hi Carla and Todd! As you may remember, I retired 3 years ago. Part of my early retirement meant no new toys until we turn 62 (this Fall) and start early social security. We still love our Casita and plan to camp in it for at least four more seasons purchasing a new truck at the end of this year. We talk about an Oliver, Escape, or a Safari Condo Alto 21 or 24, but our 2005 Casita will still take us to any campground that any other camper will take us. Always nice to have goals, plans, and strategy. Congratulations on the new to you 1172 and hope to see you again soon at some point.

[@RunawayRoses]

Hey Dean, thanks for saying hello. It’s fun to think about getting a new camper. I’m sure you’ll make the right choice you’re looking at good options. Not that you’re asking, but I would recommend getting a camper with a dry bath. It makes a big difference and I promise you won’t be sorry if you do. Just something to think about. Maybe we’ll see you soon at one of the rallies. Thanks for watching our video!

[@dannythervguy]

Congratulations on your new camper. It looks very nice. I have a 2015 Lance 850, and the exterior and interior colors are the same. Having money back in the bank is always the best for the future.

[@kevinn6178]

Good move thinking about cost and preparing financially for retirement. A dollar saved is a dollar earned. I retired last Thursday after 43 years in construction management. Great career but happy it’s over. Invest more than you think you can because you’ll be sick of working by your late 50’s. I enjoy your channel, the how to episodes and your compatability. Keep up the great work!

[@richardvincent7764]

Have you ever considered night vision cameras around your camper?So you could see if someone is walking around at nighttime?

[@bob_frazier]

I put those same reading lights in my Bigfoot, wish they were dimmable.

[@jayarnold4149]

You’re a great couple. Love you videos.

[@dougsmith7195]

We sold our Escape 19 too, we hated the bed and really wanted money back in the bank. Leaving a $50k trailer at a storage lot bothered me, back to a pop up trailer.

[@jim-uu2db]

Glad to see you have Taylor a step for the couch. Our dog is going on 15 and has steps to get on our bed.

[@nancyrautmann1636]

Congrats on the Lance! I was shocked that you got rid of your 2020,,,,totally understand the reasoning though! I'm looking at a 2014 Lance 1172 & a 2013 Lance 1181. The older age is why. This way, I can modify it & make it my own. Truly, I want to thank you for sharing all of your truck camper & truck reviews! Your input has greatly helped me w/my research.

[@nancyrautmann1636]

Another thing I really like about the older Lance 1172's is, the ladder is over on the driver side and that window is still there too! On the newer model 1172's some of them don't have that side window & they moved the ladder over onto the rear slide. Personally, I don't like the ladder being on the slide.

[@richardvincent7764]

Have you heard of any r v friends having night vision cameras all around their trailers at night? If someone's watching around your camper wouldn't you want to see what is first.

[@noneya61]

The problem I have with the lance is no access on the road. Meaning while you’re traveling if you’re stopping in a truckstop, rest area or parking lot overnight you can’t use the camper because of the slides, unless of course you’re one of those rude people that extends their slides in one of those locations… that’s what gets Campers RVs, etc. band from these locations.

[@silverchickadee4130]

Bought my 17RB Bigfoot trailer 24 years ago for $16k, and my Bigfoot 8.2 1500 short box TC three years ago for $6k. Both had one previous owner and are mid 90’s era. Keeping both. 😂 I get the dry bath appeal, but the wet bath is far easier to clean IMO. I just watched an older video where you weigh your rig, so now I’m contemplating the best truck option for the TC. Respect the decision to put cash back in the bank!

[@bob_frazier]

I just lost my mind, but congratulations!

[@doughutchison6382]

I knew it! When I saw the photo of the 1172 in your Facebook post a few days ago I started to say, “Which of these is not like the others?” 😂 I know you’ve had a Lance 1172 in the past, but we hope y’all enjoy yours as much as we have ours. They’re really comfortable campers. Have a great weekend!

[@kabzak]

Congratulations! Very nice camper! Looking forward to future videos.

[@stinger4583]

Thanks for the update. I wish you all the best with your 1172.

[@OldWoodyOutdoors]

A lot of folks are doing what you are

[@Cacheola]

Bravo, you've got the truck for it

[@boondockingamerica]

I have to agree with you 100%. We love our 2023 10-2 also, but the price is definitely steep on them. We have been full timer in ours for the past 3 months this winter in Key West, and we are amazed with it. I looked at the lances at the Tampa show and they are great campers also. I love the room in the Lance with the slides. The good thing about the NLis that they hold there value so well. You should be able to break even or possibly make a small profit from the sale of it.

[@keiths1088]

Another great video ,I just had D&H in NC put a Houston AC put on my Northern 10-2 after watching your other video. 6:06

[@randylester1219]

A couple after my own heart ❤️. I'm all about saving when you can and looking for ways to make your money work for you. I think you have made a great purchase and decision, it looks great and wouldn't have believed it to be a 2015. Can't wait to see any mods or improvements you make. I'm betting one will be the AC , for obvious reasons. Can't wait for the next episode. 👍

[@chuckparson6712]

Priorities first, that F450 wasn't cheap, now your looking like a real FORD guy, got the truck and the hat. 😂

[@doug2078]

Nice trade off !!👍 Enjoy !!

[@21psd]

Very nice camper! And being retired myself, financially preparing for such is very important. I've had a convection/microwave in my rv for 14 years now and have never used it other than a microwave. Too complicated for me! lol

[@randygreen7871]

I agree 100% with what you did! I'm actually trying to talk my wife into selling our 2020 NL 10.2LEWB and getting something cheaper because we rarely us it.

[@freebirds6047]

OMG y'all. Cal asked me if I thought you'd changed rigs. I said no. Loved your NL, but also Lance. What does Taylor think?! Love the older '15 version. Don't hit your head Todd. Wish I get a truck Camper, but we're keeping the half ton. Hope to see you soon and learn of new 11.72.

[@slmjake]

Congratulations and best wishes

[@FRZNTYM1]

Very nice 1172! When is the Cirrus 920 coming? lol Just teasing. I have been in a 19' Lance 850 for last 3 years. Typing in right now down in the Keys. We pull a boat down here every winter for ~5 - 6 months. Really enjoy your videos. You guys have so much fun changing things up.

[@nepatswin]

Best of luck

[@DreamingOutloudRVing]

Awesome love it guys!! We like the floor plan of the 1172 but it is too heavy for our F350. doesn't leave much wiggle room on payload

[@bryaninnc5511]

That's a nice camper and smart move in this economy.

[@sarahann530]

What's wrong with this economy ? Are you unable to find a job ?

[@bryaninnc5511]

@@sarahann530 My first reaction was to ignore this comment, but you're joking, right?

[@sarahann530]

@bryaninnc5511 No , are you unable to find work , are you buried in debt ?

[@sarahann530]

@@bryaninnc5511 Are you going to tell us why your life has turned to shit . These people can afford to buy and sell multiple trucks and campers in this economy ,why have you failed ?

[@Steve-yo4ld]

@@bryaninnc5511 Yeah, me too! Sounds like someone looking for a political argument!😅

[@myjavadogs]

Where does the center of gravity line up on the truck? I'm assuming it's hitting right on the axle....

[@RunawayRoses]

The Northern Lite was pretty much centered over the axle. Thanks for watching.

[@mjl9702]

Congratulations!!!

[@genecappelletti6691]

Guy’s, I refinished the shower in my fifth wheeler with Rustolleum tub and shower refinisher. It’s a very nasty smelling paint but it worked well and lasts.

[@RunawayRoses]

Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching!

[@leonmurphey3968]

You might try the magic eraser to clean the shower😊

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Awesome video

[@wallylama31]

Very cool! The northern light is a premium camper but I agree that it is hard to justify the cost if not retired and/or full timing it. Your new (to you) Lance is super cool. When the time comes it would be fun to hear your perspectives on the f450 flat bed compared to the f350 7.3. It seems like a battle of comfort vs utility. For weekend camping, is it worth having the flat bed with additional storage and payload vs lower insurance cost and comfort of the f350? I’m sure there are other considerations as well. Keep up the great work!

[@pedalingthru2719]

Congrats on the new camper . Now the real question is how long do you think you will have the new Lance. I have to say you guys change campers like my wife changes corvettes.

[@theartsunnyshow2748]

Again,.. just kidding totally understand and it looks like a great camper. Are you going to put the new ac on it like you did the last one? FYI that was a great video .

[@RunawayRoses]

Yes We’ll be installing the Houghton in this one as well. Thanks for watching!

[@Harmonica123]

You're not worried about water leaks with the Lance, especially slide out model? That's what I'm reading online. Nice looking unit.

[@RunawayRoses]

No I’m not worried about that. Just like any camper you have to watch it and keep it sealed up. It’s all about maintenance. Thanks for watching.

[@Harmonica123]

thanks.@@RunawayRoses

[@truckn]

I've watched a few of your videos now and I'm just curious to know if you ever considered a bumper hitch camper or if you ever owned one and why you prefer the slide in campers seeing that this is number 8.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

It’s a leaker, good luck .

[@ghalibalrashdi3869]

Howdy

[@AllenManor]

Great setup! It's been 6 days, have you bought a new camper or truck yet?

[@RunawayRoses]

Not yet! 😂

[@charlesgrimm3295]

Please let me know information on what you need for Northern lite.

[@aliceinchainz3003]

i kinda get it, but i dont get it what was the reason for getting an older 1172 when u already had a 1172 or why did u get the northern lite i guess i dont understand the upgrading or down grading just to end up with the same thing.

[@RunawayRoses]

If you'd watched the video, you would have seen that we owned a 2020 Lance 1172, when we sold it we had intentions of getting one that was much cheaper so we could put money in the bank. Right when we were selling it, the opportunity arose for us to try a brand new 2023 Northern Lite 10-2 Dry Bath and we couldn't pass it up since it was located so close to us. We decided to try it, knowing we'd probably sell it eventually so we could put money in the bank which was our original goal to begin with. It's fun to try new things, if you get the opportunity you should do it sometime, and we now can say we did it. Which brings us to the present, we have decided to spend less than 1/2 of what our 2020 Lance 1172 cost us on this 2015 Lance 1172 and put some money in the bank. $$$$$$ We don't expect anyone to understand why we did it because it's our life and it's only important for us to understand. Thanks for watching! Oh, and commenting too.

[@mikelayow815]

How did it fit in the barn? And we're you able to take it off the truck? As they use to say you change campers like others change their shorts 😂

[@JeffOSU1997]

With the cog being 60 on the lance, how far behind the axle does it sit? How does it ride on the road?

[@casitacindy461]

congrats on the new rig! can you get to the bathroom with the slides in?

[@Timw927]

I'm going to guess.. nope. The rear slide blocks the steps to get in the camper.

[@skoffco]

@@Timw927 yes that is the issue with the rear slide and side entry door.

[@billmikebill]

I have a 22 f450 dealer said warranty is void if I put a slide in. They say truck frame is not strong enough. What’s your thoughts? Thanks

[@johncoffey7180]

Does the 1172 have a solar port for extra solar panels?

[@RunawayRoses]

I’m not sure if ours does or not. Thanks for watching!

[@texasproud3332]

Nice camper I guess I wonder does this fit in the garage and is the a/c an issue?

[@RunawayRoses]

That is a good question, we don’t know yet. I’m going to put our new Houghton AC on it so that should lower the overall height by 4 or 5 inches compared to the AC that’s currently on it. Fingers crossed! Thanks for watching!

[@videocritico7241]

Is the northern lite sold already?

[@RunawayRoses]

Yes it is sold. Thanks for watching!

[@lassen119]

I’m curious what your next truck camper will be, after all, you’ve had this one for several days now. I’m sure y’all are getting tired of this one by now LOL.

[@Chris.Donley]

Nice Unit, I like those Lances. But I just can't wrap my head around the appeal of a Truck Bed Camper. An F-450 with a 25-30" bumper pull, you wouldn't even know it's behind you. So much less set-up and unloading at the campsite, and probably 1/3 the price based on the huge Truck Bed Camper price premium.

[@wallylama31]

Truck camper appeal- no registration (most states), shorter length, usually better build quality, no extra wheel, tire, axle maintenance, smaller storage, and loading and unloading doesn’t take that long once you get it down. Truck campers are for closers 😂

[@RunawayRoses]

Thanks Walt, iykyk. 😉

[@SpykersB]

First I was thinking what? You must be losing money, then I remembered NL has gone up again $ crazy. So this is a good deal for someone, comparing to a new one not used. N probably no loss for u. I didn’t know NL changed to crappy anode rod suburban water heater 🫤. I got a 2022 10-2 n was ecstatic it has the dometic/atwood aluminum tank. So much less maintenance as I’ve had both. Also NL no longer has the 3 way fridge another huge deal for me as mine is. But NL is putting more watts on the roof now, 🫤 dang u can never get everything, they take-th n give-th in another way. You guys are like ADHD with truck campers lol. But I bet u enjoy swapping them out n it is fun seeing u do that. 🍻

[@danielspencer5023]

Does the FROLI Star Sleep System really cost $200 plus?

[@RunawayRoses]

Yes, but we've used it in 8 campers. You can move it from camper to camper and you'll pretty much never need anything else.

[@pamdreher9565]

Where are you located

[@RunawayRoses]

Near Atlanta, GA

[@scottwaldrep]

Will you swap the Houston AC over to this unit?

[@RunawayRoses]

Yes, we have already replaced the AC unit on the NL with its original and I’m planning on installing the Houghton on the Lance. Thanks for watching!

[@VideoByPatrick]

Tiny house.....tiny problems.

[@toddramsay977]

Your taking a loss on this. Not sure why you bought it, if you weren’t keeping it. So, just another changing of underwear for you! No sympathies of money loss here. You really need to do some homework on these campers. I Spent 5 yrs to decide on a Host 10.5 Cascade, only to find after a 6 month research that users have issues modifying the recliners. I switched to the Yukon 11.6. The take of this is do research before you buy!

[@RunawayRoses]

That’s great and you should definitely do your research before you buy. We knew it was possible to take a small loss when we went to sell it but we really did want to try the dry bath. Now we can say we have. We got such a great deal on the Lance that a small loss is okay. We’ll still end up putting a whole lot of money back in the bank. Thanks for watching! We know you’ve watched us for a while and we really appreciate it!

[@toddramsay977]

@@RunawayRoses great video! Just hate to see you take a loss. Switching rigs you always do, this time seems you made a wise choice! Love your videos. Hope we meet up someday!

[@chancee1]

Your truck set up is awful looking

[@lightninsadventures2692]

Function over form. Yeah, a pickup bed "looks" better to some, but the flatbed offers soo much more storage space. If looks is your main concern, then look into a motorhome

[@skoffco]

Possibly painting the side rails white might help a little. Might take your eyes off the black.

[@RunawayRoses]

@chancee1 We really love the rugged look, not for everyone but each to his own is what we always say. We probably wouldn’t like the way yours looks either.

[@deanvoss7098]

Looks like a money pit...😮

[@darrells1806]

It is when you keep buying and trading or selling in short order. Truck campers hold there value but wanting very close to retail new on the Northern Lite is going to be a tough one here especially in the economy we are in at the moment. @@deanvoss7098

[@freedomisntfree5573]

You folks change campers like i change underwear after a night of bar food and cheap beer😂

[@corywadedavis]

yea I don't understand it. Are they even enjoying the experience anymore or just always switching trucks and campers?

[@freedomisntfree5573]

Im 57. My place of employment shut down after 94 yrs. I worked there 36 yrs. When i was in high school, my dad made me work in the produce fields in the Fife Valley in waSHITon State. I got home from work one Saturday night, and my aunt and uncle were visiting. My uncle asked me how i liked the job. I told him i wasn't going to get rich. It was hard work, but fun. His reply stayed with me to this day. "What's the difference between rich and wealthy?" He asked. "I don't know, " I replied "Rich people have to show off their money. Wealthy people only have what they need. " Im retired at 57 because of that statement. New is nice. But why? Good for you for planning ahead. Life is short. Enjoy it.