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[@RVOddCouple]

My Grandmother always told me, "Siempre para adelante. Para atras ni para tomar impulso" (Always move forward, Never gain momentum backwards) I love you so much!

[@grayghost61host]

I so sorry for your lost God be with you and your family

[@charlestatem3099]

So sorry for your Grandmothers passing. Sending prayers for Gods comforting spirit and blessings to you and your family.

[@Chimp_6]

¡Viaja con precaución, nunca con miedo! (Travel with caution, never with fear!) Andy & Kim

[@everythingellie9228]

Sending you so many hugs, Mercedes. 💗

[@VoklstWestie]

John maybe a large van or schoolbus would be better to practice at 1st.. A 5th wheel is harder to learn on... I have driven them all & happy to Never drive a 5th wheel ever again! Youre a good teacher! Merce should have learned long ago!! Maybe a one piece would be the way to go? Mercedes you rule the day!!!

[@EndlessRVing]

It’s amazing how dogs pick up on the energy and stress around them. Skippy was not quiet about how he felt in the truck. Thanks for sharing. Izzy

[@juneosborne3256]

Way to go Mercedes!!! John: "Speed up!, Slow down!, Move over! Hit the brakes! Gun it!"...Mercedes: "I'm scared!, I want to cry! I am hitting the brakes!, I AM!"....Me: Heart racing, palms sweaty, yelling at the screen...sigh of relief! ahahaha That was intense!!!!

[@rozsmith6850]

I was freaking out, too!

[@RVOddCouple]

We were both stressed to the max! Everything we own and our beautiful baby in the back seat 💚💚💚 We both see from the video where to improve LOL... bottom line! Mercedes can drive the Rig

[@tomkelly349]

@@RVOddCouple for a moment there I thought I was driving the rig good job

[@billdennis2993]

Sorry to hear of your loss Mercedes, glad to see you guys back on the road note to John that storage pouch behind the driver seat is perfect place for the tire plug kit. Start packing one as you never know when your TST will let you know you've got tire trouble and might not have cell service there. So ask Me how I know and I was running Michelins LTXs as well. Happy Camping.

[@paulettehatfield2266]

I think I would have stopped and threw John out the door. He made me nervous and I used to drive a school bus full of kids

[@Christina0623]

Mercedes, you're so brave conquering your fear AND allowing John to film. You handled it with grace..I would've been like " get that flipping camera put of my face!" 😅❤ Great job!!!

[@outoftexasRev7v9]

60 ft. long 7+ ton test... Question: with John driving the rig exclusively till now... How much wheel time does M really get without the 5th wheel?

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Christina💚

[@brendabenedetto375]

John by now I would have thrown something at you! Mercedes maybe someone else teach you.

[@iconicgirl649]

I'm so grateful for this post. I'm about to go through this shit myself. Nice job Mercedes!

[@iconicgirl649]

@@brendabenedetto375 she trusts him. Patience comes with trust 👍

[@turnerco.8664]

I'd cry too if John was my teacher! 😉

[@RVOddCouple]

I was just as scared :)

[@turnerco.8664]

I could tell! At least you were brave enough to be a teacher. I'm the world's worst passenger. I would have been a mess.

[@adriannurse1502]

@@RVOddCouple Scared is very understandable. You are driving a huge truck with a massive RV behind you. When we left the dealership with ours the first time it was 4:30 pm on a Friday afternoon. It was rush hour and raining. Having my wife remind me of how much everything coat definitly didn't help. We have a 42' Class A diesel pusher and we tow a Lincoln MKX. I was a nervous wreck!

[@stephensmith1034]

@@RVOddCouple Wow! John's a pain in the ass! Lighten up John!

[@georgeleon7747]

What a pain in the balls this guy is.

[@doratheexplorerbegins]

John you made me nervous as heck. Lol Way to go girl! You’ve got this!! (Are your RV brakes set correctly?)

[@DOUGandNIKI]

She should have decked him...right?

[@RVOddCouple]

John was nervous as heck! lol...

[@DOUGandNIKI]

@@RVOddCouple I hadn't noticed :)

[@doratheexplorerbegins]

RV Odd Couple oh we understand. Hope you continue to drive and John can be confident in your abilities.

[@sylviahartman2229]

John you made me nervous. A little high strung for letting Mercedes drive on video. Good job Mercedes. Praying for your family. Sorry about your grandmother.

[@garycleaveland2645]

He would drive me “ CRAZY “ !!!

[@DOUGandNIKI]

The worst driving teacher ever! Doesn't mean a bad guy...just not good at teaching how to drive.

[@tomkelly349]

Come on give him a break for the first pull that was not bad and her intuition is impeccable

[@DOUGandNIKI]

@@tomkelly349 She did great and so far I haven't decided to let Niki drive our rig yet other than for photo shoots but he gets an F as a driving instructor. I've coached at least 100 new drivers at performance and racing driving schools...I know what the job is like.

[@tomkelly349]

@@DOUGandNIKI shoot man I would have one hand on top of my head pulling my hair yelling stop stop go right turn left look at the road stop looking at me I think he did pretty good 😆 Lol she did great though

[@RVOddCouple]

Yup! We drive each other crazy

[@zalleywaalley8227]

When training someone to drive a large vehicle that needs to start with them in the passenger seat. When she started driving I would have started her in a parking (at a truck stop or Cabela’s). Patients on the park of the instructor is of utmost importance. And now ya know, always keep tire kits with you

[@jamesfox9638]

John love you man, but when you're teaching someone to drive you need to have a real calm relaxing voice. More importantly so sorry to hear about your grandmother. Love your guys videos keep them coming

[@RVOddCouple]

You should have seen it when I taught Mercedes to shoot a gun :) But, now she knows how if ever needed :)

[@tilu3303]

John - you're very aware of the many things you've got to keep an eye on while towing - can you imagine how much more difficult it would be if someone was saying it all out loud to you while you're doing it? I think a couple circuits around the RV Park or a big parking lot would've given Mercedes - and you - more time to become acclimated to your respective roles before heading out to a busy highway. Next time will be much easier.

[@hopeechangee12345678]

You made me think of the driving instructor from this 80's classic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5S4Z4eupaySppY

[@allenheaps2084]

The thing is I didn't think he was raising his voice. He always talks in a "high" excited style. What was annoying to me was when he would keep saying things over and over and over.

[@disneydreamer98]

This was the most stressful video ever!!! Mercedes I give you BIG props!!! I would have stopped in the middle of the road and got out of the vehicle if I had to listen to that!

[@RandisAdventures]

My heart was pounding the whole time.... what a day! Mercedes you were a rockstar! We can do anything a guy can do! 😁 I am soooo sorry about your Grandma and glad you will be seeing family.

[@RVOddCouple]

You're the best Randi!

[@linannh3426]

@@RVOddCouple Mercedes, you were very brave. Not only did you drive the rig for the first time, you took it on the interstate. Awesome job. Continue to pay attention to your intuition, you nailed it!

[@mikesecor6074]

o yea, Pee standing up erect. lol

[@dougwashingtonbound196]

So sorry to hear about your grandmother Mercedes...I pray God will comforted you and your family in this time of grief.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Doug 💚

[@oilybaroness]

So sorry to hear about your Grandma, Mercedes. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You also did an amazing job of driving, even with John yapping in your ear all the time! You were so brave to keep your cool when everything had gone wrong that day. I was really impressed. I hope you both got to your destination okay xxx

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Ingrid! Appreciate the encouragement and prayers. "Yapping!" 😂 hehehe...

[@bethholmes555]

I am so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayer for peace. You did amazing driving the rig for the first time. The best advice I can give is always remember the trailer will track to the inside of s curve much farther than the truck but while keeping that in mind don't forget the back of the rv will also swing wide. All that being said stay to the outside of curves and turn but if its a tight space, such as a campground entrance gate try to stay in the middle.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Beth 💚

[@rhondaroles1633]

Geeze, John you would make ME cry. Give her a break. Good job Mercedes!!!

[@RVOddCouple]

I did the best I could and was just as frightened :)

[@jerry8mm]

Mercedes, I'm sorry to hear about your grandmother. You did a great job of driving the RV. I'm proud of you.

[@RVOddCouple]

💚💚💚 Thank you Jerry

[@kawinco43]

"We need to warn everyone" with our hazard lights! LOL You make me laugh THANKS

[@RVOddCouple]

LOL...

[@duaneroepke8840]

Sorry for your loss Mercedes. God WILL get you through this Get your tire to a tire shop and have it repaired correctly (inside patch) ASAP. Plugs are a very good TEMPORARY fix for high pressure tires to get you to a safe place to get it correctly repaired. Being it is a steer tire I would seriously consider switching it with a rear tire. The tire you had repaired is now blemished. Even if repaired correctly, there is still more chance of catastrophic failure than with a non blemished tire. I wouldn't want to take that chance with being a steer tire AND the load you are carrying. I drive truck for living and we DO NOT run repaired tires on steer axles. If a steer tire blows you could most likely lose control, if on any other position you most likely will just tare something up. You two (3) will find your groove. Safe travels.

[@RVOddCouple]

Great advice! Thank you Duane💚

[@DavidJones-de9zh]

Thanks for warning! Wife and I are hooking up our 5th wheel for first time in over year of beiing parked. Thanks for posting this.

[@RVOddCouple]

Always happy to help :) Go slow and let us know how it goes.....

[@ramonlicha3881]

Congratulations Mercedes you officially a RV driver! Sorry for your lost! Our condolences on your loss and prayers for you and your family! Rest In Peace ☮️! Stay safe and healthy!

[@deemarie3524]

Tone John!!! Watch your tone😂. In this house it’s more how you say it than what you say😂😂

[@RVOddCouple]

You should have watched when I trained Mercedes with firearms :)

[@debbarnes7953]

Great job, Mercedes! You did , amazing. John's a pretty intense teacher and you kept your cool. You're my hero, Girl.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Deb💚

[@paulathomason1021]

I'm SOOOO PROUD OF YOU GF!!! John, good training, but no need to repeat and make her more nervous. Also, i noticed she had to move to see her passenger mirror. Was that side aligned for her also? For stopping..just remember that it takes you longer, at 55mph it takes the length of a football field. Prayers, love, and peace..sincerely sorry about your beloved Grandmother, may God welcome her into his beautiful home where she will be forever pain free, and her new journey will be even better than the one she has left behind. Sending positive vibes, good juju, love, and many hugs. Paula & Bob

[@RVOddCouple]

We both did the best we could :)

[@paulathomason1021]

@@RVOddCouple Practice makes perfect, so go girl go!! John is a good trainer and I'm sure with his help and positive reinforcement you'll have it down pact in no time. If you have any questions, I'll be more than happy to help ya, just pm me. I'm not perfect but i use to teach women how to drive semis and tested out everyone to grad and be a 1st seat driver. Sage looked content with mom in the 1st seat and it was awesome watching how thrilled John was helping you, supporting you, and telling all of us about your newest skill. All in all...you got blessings b4 you lost a drive tire and by having the guy 5 minutes from ya; that was amazing!! You are out and about to go back to enjoy the reasons you left in an RV for, I am so happy for you all.

[@karenbates6390]

Mercedes, you did a great job! It is so much to remember and it is nothing like driving the truck alone! I have not driven ours yet and I will say I am scared to death! My husband keeps asking me when I will be ready to drive and I ask him when he will be ready for me to drive!! But, like John, we don't want to be stuck if something were to happen to him. Love you guys! Stay safe! Condolences on the loss of your grandmother. No matter how prepared you think you are, it is never easy. Prayers for you and your family.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Karen 💚

[@bobhingst65]

OMG! So true. We just drove four days from El Paso toward Asheville, and its so true you have to “resync” with everything, especially your partner. Mercedes, you killed it! And John, I would given you the stare that they call here in TN, “bless your heart!” Thank you for sharing this!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Bless your Heart Bob

[@bret1961]

Great job pulling that BIG ole thing Mercedes! I need to teach my wife to do the same, only with a way shorter trailer. Sorry to hear about your grandmother.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Bret 💚

[@ericbenjamin6504]

You did great Mercedes. The best time to learn is whenever things aren’t going great. John....oh John. You had me nervous and I’ve been driving big rigs for almost 16 years. lol thanks for the video because others need to see that driving something this size can be crazy frustrating at times and should be taken seriously. 👍🏾👍🏾

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Eric! We were both super nervous driving our Daughter and everything we own :)

[@marysarrell7705]

I will defiantly be more courtious and give them more space on the road now, I live just down the road from 2 parks. Ggood video!

[@sweetheartmary51]

Lime the comment about the brakes. Yes you are pulling 4k in weight, you will feel it dragging.

[@lisaferrari9211]

I was crying with you while you were driving. I am so sorry for the loss of your Grandmother. Grandmother's are special people, full of wisdom and good friends. My prayers to you and your family for the strength to make it thru this hard time.

[@RVOddCouple]

💚💚💚 Lisa....Blessings

[@IdaWhispers]

Y'all did amazing under pressure. I've never driven anything that big and I could LITERALLY feel her pain and you Sir, did an amazing job of guiding her without adding much more tension to the situation! Thanks for sharing, definitely gives me a bit more confidence if I ever need to drive a big rig like that one...

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you hunny

[@DotComMomm]

I was shaking watching this. I actually felt like I was learning how to pull a huge trailer too. John gave great detailed instructions. Girl you rocked it!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you 💚💚💚

[@Hotday-1157]

So sorry to hear about your grandmother, My prayers go out to you and your family. She will always be in your heart.🥺🤍

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you

[@ninjacls]

OMG-John you're making me nervous and I'm sitting at home in a chair :)

[@RVOddCouple]

I was just as scared :)

[@jlind00]

Sorry for the loss of your Grandma, but glad her pain has ended and she’s in a better place. For me, this was one of your best videos. You captured real life under stress with unfiltered drama. You two could definitely make your own full-length RV movie narrating the journey from your respective viewpoints. Going forward, John will always have his own tire plug kit onboard. Sometimes John channels Ray Liotta (Henry Hill in Goodfellas). 😉 You’re patient with each other, despite John’s occasional patronizing. Love you guys!

[@RVOddCouple]

Appreciate this so much! We just wanted to tell the story with the ups and downs we experienced and your vote of confidence feels very rewarding! You're 100% right... lesson learned! That's funny! John's a nut but he's my nut. :-) Thank you!

[@outoftexasRev7v9]

Could not agree more

[@BtsurvLT]

So so sorry for your loss. It’s great you’re learning to drive your home. All who have partners who drive should learn how to drive also. God forbid something ever happens to the usual driver

[@RVOddCouple]

💚💚💚 Lisa

[@Chimp_6]

At least John didn't scream "We're all going to die" ....... or did he?!?! Andy & Kim

[@RVOddCouple]

ROTFL! He didn't scream "we're all going to die" but I think he thought it hehehe

[@cherjohnson3368]

LOL

[@skipdippity]

That was on the cutting room floor..! Lol

[@priscalynne8804]

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers for grandma, and you and your family. You are so close to the silver plaque, go 100k! You’ve worked so hard and you deserve it.

[@mspeachy3226]

Mercedes, I love how you trusted your instincts and had John take over the driving. Wow! God is good for sure. Your guardian angels were doing a great job that day!!

[@RVOddCouple]

We both were scared but God had us💚💚💚

[@KimberlySanders-LadyK]

Mercedes!!!! Girl, my heart is beating so fast and I keep finding that I'm holding my breath when John is telling you to BREAK MORE, BREAK MORE, BREAK MORE!!!! You go girl! Super proud of you. Dont think it could have been me!!!! (Kimber the Kamper)

[@mcouragee]

He's giving me a heart attack. How you survived, I have no idea.

[@dalejohnson9342]

I have never had a successful patch with plugs. I do not know why so I think that you came out very good. Hopefully everything with the family will turn out for the best and that your grandmother enjoys her view from heaven down on the family.

[@RVOddCouple]

Tire will be removed and patched :)

[@drjimbomac]

“You can’t divorce me today.” Yeah, but tomorrow is another day. Mercedes, you are a champion! John, you are a great coach...but a lousy dancer. True, in part, because expecting the trailer to follow you results in your leg getting messed up...😉

[@RVOddCouple]

lol Jim you're funny! Thank you for the kind words... I felt really proud looking back.

[@RVOddCouple]

LOL...We were both terrified with Sage in the back seat :)

[@nea273]

"There isn't crying... in RV". -Tom Hanks' voice

[@RVOddCouple]

LOL

[@brians7419]

(In a disgusted Tom Hanks voice). Is she crying? There’s no crying in RVing!

[@jeriblock210]

I'm scared to drive our motorhome.....it made me want to cry, and made my stomach hurt....to even watch this. Good job overcoming the fear!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Jeri 💚

[@agm6095]

As a retired bus driving instructor, you are giving excellent instructions. It takes a lot of practice especially when turning.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you 😊

[@mauranoonan8951]

Wow! I was stressed just watching this! My husband taught me to drive a stick shift and that was nerve wracking enough! Condolences on your grandmother’s passing, Mercedes. 💕

[@RVOddCouple]

We were both terrified lol.... Thank you Maura💓

[@scottdupertuis1911]

Mercedes, so sorry to hear about your grandmother. Prayers are with you. More power to you for surviving John’s “teaching”. You did great

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you for the prayers and kind words! John should coach football lol

[@ajalynn6066]

Also, so sorry to hear about your grandmother our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

[@RVOddCouple]

💚

[@generationaladventures9294]

Wow. Very intense. Mercedes, as a woman I felt every emotion with you. You Rock. That’s a beast to drive. Especially with all the extra stimula going on around you. Now I’m crying with you about your grandmother. Hugs from both of us.

[@RVOddCouple]

Hugs back

[@quannymarshall5033]

Good job Mercedes!! My husband did the same thing to me & now our trips are so much better because he's not exhausted & cranky from do all the driving.

[@RVOddCouple]

So true! Thank you

[@marge1538]

I’m am so sorry about your grandmothers passing. It sounds like she was a very special lady. I wish I had known mine. I always hear such special stories from my friends about their grandmothers and the things they learned from them.

[@karene9131]

This video reminded me of when my husband tried to teach me to drive a car with a stick shift in downtown Long Beach...my foot was shaking so bad I could hardly drive!!! I wanted to cry too...🤣 Also very sorry to hear about your Grandma passing away!!!😔🙏

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Karen 💚

[@scotts595]

Such a difficult day. Sorry about your Grandma. My grandma told me “ hardships are what makes us appreciate the wonderful things in life and not to worry- there is far more beauty!” She was a wonderful woman! Thank you for sharing all your experiences.... wife and I learn a lot and feel you both are like family. We would love to buy your family dinner if you are ever in Prescott Valley, AZ . ✌🏻

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Scott💚 We will :) looking forward to getting back to AZ

[@Nccowboy]

Haha. He would stress me out and I drive trucks for a living! 35 years and a driving instructor!! Lol

[@mikebarnea4789]

I would recommend anyone pulling an RV full time go to truck driving school. Multiples of this suggestion for a rig this size.

[@Nccowboy]

Mike Barnea even if not going into full time RVing, it would give great pointers. Especially teaching the SMITH system.

[@RVOddCouple]

I could have done better! I was just as nervous not having control of everything we own and the safety of our daughter

[@Nccowboy]

RV Odd Couple Oh I get it. You KNOW what you would do if something happens. You don’t know how quick someone else will react or how quick they would see a change of environment and conditions.

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

Mike Barnea great idea! If we get a rig I’ll look into it.

[@Lady-Seawulf]

What a day!! Love what your Grandmother told you good sage advice. My condolences for your loss.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Colleen💚

[@heatherst.pierre1175]

So happy to have found this channel - you guys are doing great. These videos are helping me prepare for my soon to be full-time RV life! So sorry to hear about your Grandmother.. May she rest in peace.. Always move forward!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Heather 💚

[@nsbderm]

happy to find this channel as well. I like how you guys are real. Good job. Keep up the good work.

[@lisamorand9607]

John is a lot like my husband. I think you both did an amazing job. North and South in Florida. My husband has driven every rental every Feb. Trip for 3/4 weeks. And they were cars. For me, I can't pull our 17 foot trailer. Sage is beautiful. I must add grab a piece of land park the large trailer on it and buy something drivable. Rent out the trailer when you are traveling. I hear ppl from new York are renting and buying sight unseen. AND my deepest condolences for the loss of your grandmother.

[@RVOddCouple]

Hi Lisa 💚💚💚Thank you

[@CobaltMedic]

I have followed y’all since I my partner and I even entertained the idea of owning an RV. Stay strong keep doing what your doing. Your amazingly strong people. God bless and safe travels.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you so much! Will do & God bless you and yours!

[@CuBanMumzy]

Kudos to you Mercedes, you handled pulling that trailer way better than i would have and yes i agree if air is coning out of a tire there is most definitely a hole in it, why else would air be leaving?, lol. I am so sorry about your grandmother, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. stay safe guys

[@RVOddCouple]

💚💚💚

[@linasoper3906]

Wow what a day! Great job!! You were amazing driving. You gave me hope I be able to do it someday.👍❤ Hope your rest of your trip goes better.❤🙏❤ Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for the loss of your grandma.❤🙏

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Lina 💚

[@rvdogfl]

You go girl. You did a great job. If my seats vibrated I would be on the line all the time. LOL

[@RVOddCouple]

LOL.....Thank you RV Dog 💚

[@cindypaterson4287]

John, you were stressing me out! Mercedes, good job!!!

[@RVOddCouple]

We were all scared

[@duckiegirl58]

Take your half of the middle!! He's an awesome teacher!

[@RVOddCouple]

Yeah... lots of good pointers!

[@duckiegirl58]

@@RVOddCouple reminded me of learning to drive a school bus.. Except your jointed!

[@isabellepoynter5193]

We’re learning how to tow an rv just by watching this video

[@RVOddCouple]

Learning how to RV... Learning how not to RV... we're a very educational channel. lol

[@whatyouwontseeontv8266]

Me too. I've been watching this amazing couple for a few months now and I don't even own an RV or trailer. But, I'm learning by watching them.

[@jojolighttheway63]

I am so very sorry about your Grandma. Prayers, Love and Light for your Grandma, you and aLL your loved ones. 💖💖🙏🙏💖💖🙏🙏

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you and God Bless you as well 💚💚💚

[@politerabbit3100]

This sounds like high school drivers ed, lol. She has that deer in the headlights look. So sorry about your Grandma, Mercedes. Blessings.

[@RVOddCouple]

💚💚💚 Thank you Karen

[@cynthias1053]

Great job Mercedes! Great patience John! So sorry for such a challenging day! So sorry for your loss Mercedes! You are both in my prayers!❤

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Cyndy💚

[@timwoody3835]

I love it! I could hear Skippy panting the whole time.

[@RVOddCouple]

Skip was as stressed as the rest of us :)

[@stickfusion]

You Go Girl!!!! I was feeling your stress and just squeezing the life out of that steering wheel. But I have to say thank you for keeping it real. My husband and I are looking into getting an rv and you two were just like I would imagine my husband and I. Thing is it’s important to learn and grow constantly but that comes at times with getting uncomfortable. Thank you Mercedes for sharing as you have given myself and many others the confidence to do the uncomfortable.

[@cindymaesilva47]

My heart was racing. I felt sick to my stomach. I know that after a stressful morning, I couldn't do it. You did well.

[@RVOddCouple]

Sorry! We tell it like it is and don't edit for likes :)

[@sethatl]

Great job on towing! Our deepest condolences to you and your Family for your loss. Be well and stay safe. Thank you for all you guys do.

[@amberbaker6909]

I was just on Hillsborough road in Tampa last year at this time & the speed limit on that road I remember was 45. So I did 35mph because everytime I got up to speed I had to stop at a light! And when I would keep up with people would still cut me off & I could feel my breaks getting a work out. I was due on that road till I got to the Expressway for a good 11 miles or so that would eventually take me to the 10 East. Ton of lights. So I just sat back did 30mph that way; when the lights up ahead turned green I hardly had to use my brakes, just coasted. Oh. And no one cut me off when I went 30mph, they all would go around & stayed up ahead!! 🤔🤔✌✌ And that was around 10:30am & traffic seemed like it was rush hour. But that was back before the pandemic. Anymore there is never a good time to get out on the roads. Ever!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Amber 💚

[@happyday868]

I used to help friends driving the first time. We go on the same block many times, turn right only for many days just to conquer the fear being at the wheel of s moving car, worrying if the lane is big enough, anybody behind, in front, on the sides. Then we proceed to left turns only, and then we mix for a few more days. Then we go on the freeway, make the same entry every time, take the first exit, come back, make the same entry and the same exit. The next day we take the second exit.... repeat and repeat. We talk about the instruments during lunch time a few days before, like the hazard lights, how to brake, not to use both feet on automatic cars....And when you give instructions you say once not the entire time the car in motion like John for an entire turn. . The driver should concentrate, be quiet, unless she has questions. And John needs the technique to teach. She is a great student. She needs to have a feel of the rig on her own and readjust herself the first time. And she will learn more the second time, and the third time. If John is there to adjust for her, she will depend on her own time alone to learn when he's not around. By the way I don't know how people can enjoy moving around in such a big rig. We are all different. I wouldn't go through such trouble to have those amenities. Life itself has enough burden on us.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you for your thoughts :)

[@hangoversamuiadmin3163]

When you checked and found the hole in your tire, it looks like you might need an alignment done, that right Side of the tire looks more worn than the rest of the tire, just saying. Better safe than sorry. You guys are awesome. She did a great job driving, the wife an I are watching and about the same time I looked at her and said that would be you, as she said that would be me lol. Love you guys! Great to see you back on the road!

[@RVOddCouple]

Good eye! They need rotating :) Most Couples get it! Thank you 💚

[@hopeechangee12345678]

I noticed that too. Could be a tie-rod or ball joint gone bad, both which affect the alignment and causes the wear on the outer tread. Must fix soon, especially considering the cost those tires.

[@donnablankenship6623]

Wow You did awesome driving!!! I haven't been that brave yet!!! We just experienced our first blowout. We did okay but it tore our lower back off the rig. She is in the shop now. I hate the traveling part. Love the camper though...lol I watch you guys the most. I learn alot. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@jillbazan281]

Mercedes, I feel for you! I have been there!!! John needs to calm his voice a little, he starts sounding anxious. Mercedes you can just breathe and listen. I hate to drive, my husband does all the driving. But I do all the backing. We have made a decision to switch to a class C motorhome. I am so sorry to hear you had a loss of you grandma on top of the stressful day. God was with you and your grandma is with God. Prayers 🙏🏻

[@RVOddCouple]

John was just as scared with Sage in the back seat :) Thank you🙏💚 God was definitely with us

[@johnbradley2764]

That was a rough day. Glad you’re all safe. My condolences to Mercedes’ at the loss of your grandmother. Prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻 and good thoughts for you guys. Stay safe, stay well.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you John 💚🙏

[@davespray6644]

wowo! I was so scared for you Mercedes! I was hyperventilating and thought what the heck I am white knuckling it for you! LOL

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Dave 💚

[@janeforever]

So sorry for your loss. Your grandma must've been a very special person in your life. Prayers for you & your loved ones. & prayers for safe travels. Mercedes is a wonderful driver. I do all the driving with our little TT because hubby has sleep apnea & after 2 almost accidents, I put my foot down & said I'm the permanent driver....but it's still white knuckles for me. & we're like you guys-been in our stix&brix so long, it's gonna b starting from scratch like newbies.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you for taking the time to share with us Jane 💚 We all do the best we can :)

[@bobmakow55]

Holy cow John, chill. I’m glad I didn’t have you as a driving instructor. Wow

[@RVOddCouple]

You'd be a much better driver Bob! LOL...

[@bobmakow55]

@@RVOddCouple I dont know with John giving instructions like he did, I'm not sure how good of a drive I would be. You both got through it that is the main thing.

[@melloello7057]

Prayers and Condolences to you and your family, sorry for your loss. I think you did a great job driving!!

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you so much! Prayers and encouragement are very appreciated

[@greghomestead8366]

So sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort. Greg in Michigan

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Greg💚 Always appreciate the Prayers😀

[@elizabethgerring130]

Mercedes I am so sorry for your loss. Loosing someone you love is never easy even when they are so sick. Girl you did an amazing job driving ( even with that cranky instructor, lol). Better days are ahead! Big hugs to you all ❤️

[@RVOddCouple]

Hugs back Elizabeth

[@robertmartin4821]

The day I get my wife to take control of the truck and 5th wheel will be the day birds start flying backwards. Good luck John and Mercedes

[@RVOddCouple]

I don't know... 2020 is the year that just might happen. :-)

[@drkeds01]

First, Mercedes I'm so sorry about your grandmother. No matter the situation it's never easy to lose a loved one. Each one leave a hole in your heart. Prayers for you and family. Secondly, you did awesome pulling the rig!! I've been towing a 33' travel trailer for a year now and more recently we traded and have a 34' 5th wheel (for the last 4 weekends) and I still get a tight feeling in my gut when towing. Especially when driving through metropolitan area freeways. It does get easier but you will always be more on guard with the RV behind you. Stay safe as you all start traveling again...

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Kim! I'm so glad I didn't know about my grandmother until after I drove. otherwise I would have backed out. And she would have wanted me to drive. She's a big believer in learning how to do things for yourself. I don't know what it is about cities but I swear so many people in close proximity make for the worst drivers! Especially on highways!!

[@roydavis2242]

Here is the reason why most husbands should never teach their wives how to drive their RV. At several rallies across the US there are driving courses for women, several conducted by women. I will never plug a tire. I spent 30+ in the tire manufacturing industry and know the safest way to repair a tire is to have the tire removed and patched on the inside. Don't understand why the fifth wheel attached would stop you from putting the spare on. I've seen it done before.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Roy :) We had our reasons

[@KoJo-qh9od]

I get what you are saying but they do have a TPMS system to monitor the tire after the plug. It's a good idea to have the tire patched from the inside once they have the time and location to do so. I plugged a tire in an old car I had and it lasted until the tire wore out so they can work well if properly plugged.

[@paulblack1799]

You ROCK, Mercedes! Now have John (patiently) teach you the truckers' count and use it at every signal. One ... two ... committed.

[@RVOddCouple]

Ahhh... That's a good one.... Makes perfect sense!

[@VoklstWestie]

Omg 42'??? You guys need to "downsize" there are many one piece with washer & dryer. The unit you bought, I would not want the aggravation of hauling THAT monster. Youre not delivering goods, not necessary. Gods Blessings for you, your family, & your Grandma now being pain-free. May Angels surround you all.

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you Vokst💚

[@BajaGirl302]

I have towed our 30’ boat for many years and I still am white knuckling it on the highway. One time I was hauling a 38’ foot boat which my husband getting for a friend, Illinois to Florida pick up the boat in Florida drive back to Illinois, and of course I was stuck driving through the mountains going 70 up the mountains and curves. The part that was the worst was going downhill at 70, a truck in my left lane saw I was coming up to a slow moving vehicle with a trailer and he is flashing me to get over😳. Well of course I had to. You just don’t mess with truckers😆. And all the time my husband and daughter sleeping in the backseat. You did great! My condolences for you about your grandma. It’s tough. Grandmas or the best! Take care. You also John. And Sage 😇🙏

[@RVOddCouple]

💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@BamaTraveller]

Man you had me nervous!! Intense driving scene.

[@RVOddCouple]

We share all of it :) No edits on the uncomfortable places....Married Couples get it and appreciate the honesty :)

[@BamaTraveller]

😁 we get it. Wife said she knows well!! 🤫

[@6248cjl]

I am SO proud of you, Mercedes! I am SO sorry for the loss of your grandma. My mom was forced to drive when my dad, on blood thinners, suddenly started hemorrhaging because of an unknown ulcer in his stomach. They were in their late 40’s. As he was taken away in an ambulance, my mom had to break camp and tow their rig alone! She had a serious anxiety disorder so I can only imagine what she went through! My dad survived. She got the rig home.

[@resellingandthrifting]

My condolences on your Gramma honey. Praying for you. You did a great job driving. ❤️🧡😘😘😘

[@RVOddCouple]

Thank you so much! Appreciate the prayers and kuddos! :-)

[@sheilastarlight5257]

I've found that if I start slowing down three light posts before the stop lights then I can stop easily. The first time I drove my rig, I was crying too. 6 months later and I'm all good! You're doing good girl! Congrats 👏

[@AFizz-cw3on]

Mercedes, u did an awesome job 4 ur first time. Conquer ur fears!

[@RVOddCouple]

Yes! Thank you!

[@1hasbeen531]

Best mantra to train newbies for intersections, " Out Straight... Turn Late"

[@RVOddCouple]

Yup

[@rockerscale]

John...You are a bit intense. You remind me of how my exwife use to act when she was teaching our kids to drive. My kids always wanted me to teach them rather than my wife because of how nervous she sounded. I would suggest a different approach for teaching others which you may have done but just did not record. 1) Let her drive the truck without the trailer and tell her where to be in the lanes, how to turn left, how to turn right and how to stop before ever hooking up the trailer to the truck. 2) Let her drive on straight roads to start with or at least a parking lot where she can get a feel for the brakes and starting to move. 3) Don't let the first drive be on a day when you have had other stresses going on. Your blood pressure will already be up and the new driver will just make you even more nervous. 4) Save the stressed voice for when you are really in danger. Otherwise, if you are in a situation where they need to react, they may just think its you overreacting again. Mercedes you showed a lot of patience! You guys take care. If you are coming through Birmingham, AL anytime, give me holler. We have a 50amp connection that my in-laws use when they visit you can use. Safe Travels! Joey

[@RVOddCouple]

We all do the best we can :) We all have our own way when stressed. We we both very stressed. My husband did great :) Thank you Joey

[@MountainBeaches]

GREAT JOB Mercedes! So proud of you. John, didn't you watch our recent RV Safety video where we talked about the importance of having a tire repair kit? 😂. So glad you are all safe. BIG Hugs and prayers to you Mercedes. We're so sorry for your loss. 💙🙏💙 ~ Norm & Kim

[@CoolInOlympia]

Yes, the husband's voice is rather stern and agitated while trying to teach your wife. I like the positive comments, though!

[@RVOddCouple]

:)

[@aprilfensom6412]

Sometimes when you are frazzled you need a stern but loving voice to bring you out.

[@lindaintexas]

Awesome job driving Mercedes! 👏🏻👏🏻 I am so very sorry for the loss of your grandma. ❤️🙏🏻

[@karenm4090]

"We need to warn everyone" 😂😂😂😂

[@cindypaterson4287]

Karen M I LOL at that also

[@bonnieparker1911]

I also was taught by my hubby to drive our 39' fifth wheel recently. After a good freeway run and learning that I had to make wide turns it seemed relatively easy and my hubby said I'm a natural. Stay calm and just know you can do this! You have a similar truck that we have and I love our truck. Keep up the good work!