How I Handle Breaking Down in the Middle of Nowhere

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How I Handle Breaking Down in the Middle of Nowhere

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@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

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@fortlife7280 Жыл бұрын

Hello, from Canada!! I have spent the last 2 years planning out my dream!! It is so close!! I have watched many videos, and have learned alot! Your channel is the one I seem to be drawn to most. Thank you for all insight as to living as a solo female traveler.

@Brookethenomad Жыл бұрын

I’m from Maine. Also on the doorstep of my retirement adventurer. Can’t wait.

@angelablackwell4711 5 ай бұрын

Hi from a freezing cold UK. Sadie is such a bundle of fun. Love how you are so Down to earth. Thank you x

@mauricelamaredwards2624 Жыл бұрын

I like your RV Camper and you keeping it.

@deebauguess4054 Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you informed people about being broke down,when I had planned to do this that was my only fear. Thank you for showing that it will happen and how to cope with it and above all having a savings is crucial. When I’m down you always bring me back up,your so real really easy to trust,no one could fake your life lol

@tammieparrishmiller3669 Жыл бұрын

Isn't that the truth?!

@pamflowers8364 Жыл бұрын

That was a fun video! Good on Sadie for helping collect firewood. Can't wait to see what happens next.

@collinsfriend1 Жыл бұрын

I think Sadie was surprised when it went from feather light to heavy.

@Birdbike719 Жыл бұрын

That would make a beautiful wood sculpture if you had a place in your RV to display it!

@pianogirl3870 Жыл бұрын

Nice learning about Lake Meade....lovely Northern Lights!

@jerrilynnbicek7996 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Love the pictures of lake Mead. And that Sadie! What a large log she brought to shore!

@kaczmogal Жыл бұрын

Beautiful northern lights. Awesome vid missy 👏

@bettydanico2959 Жыл бұрын

What a cozy campfire!😍 Great video!

@lisawyer7524 Жыл бұрын

Glad you made it to Lake Mead! Neat plsce😊

@kimprocarione5473 Жыл бұрын

Northern lights are on my bucket list! Very cool!

@lolasaxby1399 Жыл бұрын

So amazing! Thanks

@doloresbruce3622 Жыл бұрын

Looks like a great spot. Thanks for sharing

@ellenbryant7679 Жыл бұрын

I think it looks a lot better!!

@sarahj.8372 Жыл бұрын

Made a real difference. Wonderful. You live in what could be defined as The great Forests, Desserts, and Basins of this country in a small place with a dog..you do not buy brand new and you are wise by doing that. The country you cover gives a ding or two and stickers on back remind yourself and others this gem is worth it...and lives all over...she does not sit in one place in the land of no dust and cement. Clean and lovely as is. And the other thing...Wowsza.

@sarahj.8372 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for like and heart and highlight my puter dinged..I opened back up and fixed a typo...on word "place"...thanks..blessings,,,Sarah

@manuelester7420 Жыл бұрын

A Good way to get unstuck from mud or sand, is to buy a 36 inch x 4 foot roll of chain link fence. Have the roll cut in half. Unroll a strip of it and place it in front of the slipping wheel and use a stick to wedge it under the front edge of the rear wheel or wheels with rear wheel drive . For front wheel drive vehicles, do the same, but in front of the front wheels. Then slowly roll forward and get unstuck. Buy the thick, hard guage galvanized chain link fencing. It t really works. Doesn't take up much space either when rolled up.

@gerredstallings465 Жыл бұрын

Things get bad at first but they get better

@janefromtennessee Жыл бұрын

Glad you had a good few days at LAke Mead

@dreamingmusicgal Жыл бұрын

Thanks once again for showing the beautiful that our world has blessed us with if we just look down or up. So sorry for your rig troubles and pray you were able to get it fixed cheap or free would be better. Blessings! Sherry

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Dreaming Music Gal.

@aikanae1 Жыл бұрын

The pics of the northern lights were stunning.

@vanessahenry7238 Жыл бұрын

That is BEAUTIFUL

@judyclark8653 Жыл бұрын

Cool that northern lights came that far south, and you were in a good viewing spot with open skies. If you get a chance to watch 60 Minutes tonight they did a thing on scammers that prey on grandparents and parents….

@mariondiemert430 Жыл бұрын

So happy that Lake Meade is looking better. Northern Lights in Nevada, who would have thought it possible. Hugs to you and Sadie. Sadie really outdid herself with that log!

@luannianke8110 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting the scam. 60 Minutes just did a story tonight on one woman who had been scammed in almost exactly the same way. It sucks. I was scammed by a so called "tech company" via my laptop.😢

@SuzanneS2023 Жыл бұрын

Not only i enjoyed your rv wash, I enjoy everything about you and how you handle everything that life throws at you. I admire what a strong person who keeps pursuing on. God Bless You And Keep You Safe Always On All Your Up Coming Adventures. Amen. ❤

@poodleprofessor Жыл бұрын

Beautiful lights at the end! Breaking down is a big fear of mine, especially since I have the poodles with me.

@judyzeigler3980 26 күн бұрын

Looks a lot better. I think you did a good job. It always makes me feel good when my car is clean. But honestly it hasn’t been cleaned over two years. Thank God it rains really hard here sometimes and it get a lot of the dust off.😊

@renadraper8103 Жыл бұрын

😂 Sadi cracked me up with the log she towed in. I used to have a chocolate lab that did stuff like that.

@trishacoleman6819 Жыл бұрын

Loved every bit of the video all so good thankyou think you deserve a coffee 😊

@trishacoleman6819 Жыл бұрын

Carolyn's rv life Thankyou 💐

@luvmuz40 Жыл бұрын

I loved how Sadie got that log. Also, your sunset and the Northern Lights were beautiful!

@carissamitchell2785 Жыл бұрын

Love the camper

@Tina.Lucille Жыл бұрын

See what happens when we wash our vehicles, it never fails 😉🤣. Hope everything works out....in the meantime, Sadie has got you covered--a small girl with a big stick 🦮. Beautiful lights, it looks like you're on another planet, one day I'll get to see that in person. Thanks for sharing!

@glendacrouch1877 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video! Praying your next video are getting out easily and not expensive!

@Hoshigirl0704 Жыл бұрын

Oh boy! Thanks again for such a nice visit. I just started rock hounding and look for agates and jasper and nice rocks and polish, so pretty. I know you said you would run out of room if you started collecting them, but I bet you see some things along the way. Sadie is very good at obeying you, her eyes are so sweet. Stay safe

@jio930 3 ай бұрын

I am so proud of you! Started to view your past videos. You are an amazing and intelligent woman. Great travels and perhaps I'll run into you someday.

@Dobviews Жыл бұрын

Make sure you never blindly add fluids to your vehicle, too much can also cause problems. Whomever you have work on your motorhome make sure you have them check your levels before you hit the road again. Best wishes from Ohio.

@krisg3984 Жыл бұрын

Miracles in the desert 💕. Water returns to fill Lake Mead, Northern Lights that far South , & you got it on film - thank you !

@wandawynn8370 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you got another dog. I really enjoyed watching her playing with the log and trying to figure out how to get it out of the water. This was a relaxing video.. Thanks... stay well and stay safe!🤗

@markandrzejak997 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful out there. Thanks for the video and tips!

@CarolynsRVLife 10 ай бұрын

You bet!

@elainemcintyre4407 Жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos & your adventures,take care & travel safe Elaine from Queensland,Australia.

@JoeZyzyx Жыл бұрын

Sounds like "vapor lock". Check your exhaust system to make sure there's not a hole or leak in it which is near fuel line from tank, helping to heat it up, creating a vapor bubble of fuel which is called "vapor lock", and it happens most commonly in higher altitude with high air temps too.

@JennyLeiviska Жыл бұрын

Looks Great rv’s are a task. I had a 31ft and it took all day to wash… so sorry for stressful rv troubles

@jessiehead6525 Жыл бұрын

So what inspired you to wash your rig after 4 years!? I took a great class from a woman who teaches auto maintenance for other women, and I remember her saying how important it is to clean your vehicle thoroughly, frequently, because the process of running your washcloth over every nook & cranny helps to familiarize yourself with every aspect of the vehicle and when any rust or damage starts you catch it early.

@rosedzindolet-faith5092 Жыл бұрын

I think it looks clean

@kimcwhite6509 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you called Sadie off those donkeys! They will kill a dog if they get mad enough or feel threatened. They can run & kick with their front hooves & back and bite. Your rig looked nice after the bath. So sorry you broke down, but I love your casual style👏❤️

@beckyprentice2751 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! So cool you got to see the Northern lights looking forward to the rest of the story.

@MBMCincy63 Жыл бұрын

always a pleasure to watch your videos. [ maybe you jinxed the rv with a wash? LOL] shivering black bell thumbs up

@cherylforfang8671 Жыл бұрын

I love how you are interested and excited about the seemingly "small" wonders of nature.

@gailjohnson6670 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful scenery. Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

@tori8380 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful country you’re in!!!

@halfwaymo9075 Жыл бұрын

Watching you wash your RV is epic it'd be one hell of a video of just watching you wash it and get it clean. I'd love to watch one . Missouri💙

@paige_n_neri Жыл бұрын

Phoenix felt naked after that 😆 Beautiful lights.

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

lol. right?? :-)

@kaymerritt3694 Жыл бұрын

Did you possibly get a chance to go to the ghost town Nelson? From there on the way to the lake are some really cool rock formations! Loved Sadie and her log!

@ovangal3852 Жыл бұрын

I think the wash was good. A little expensive but ur RV was for sure cleaner.

@b4aftermatch257 10 ай бұрын

great video Carolyn, hopefully your RV issues get fixed soon. it seems like you could be having issues with fuel delivery when its hot or after driving for a awhile.you mentioned the fuel pump was replaced 3yrs ago and they can still go bad maybe remind the tech to check fuel pressure with the gauge or the scanner to make sure you dont have a voltage drop at the pump when hot. its just a suggestion. Good luck

@oceanlover3530 Жыл бұрын

Wow! The northern lights in the sky were gorgeous! ✌🏻😉✌🏻

@deirdre5279 Жыл бұрын

Wow northern lights very cool

@vanessahenry7238 Жыл бұрын

Yeah the rig we were going to purchase had some issues, my brothers and I are relooking! THEY don't want me stuck either!

@deebauguess4054 Жыл бұрын

Looks good to me 😊

@annmarieschantz9724 Жыл бұрын

I'm so jealous I live in Michigan and didn't see the northern lights!! You will get RV fixed is what I think, or a new one??

@user-ng9de9nh9q Жыл бұрын

Love the research you share about the places you visit. You always teach me...from camping tips, life tips, safety, history, and geology. Wow! What a great person you are. I'm in the process of binge watching your videos. Better than anything on TV. You keep it real. THANK you for all you give us. I

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

Wow. I appreciate that a lot Ginny. Thank you for being here ❤️

@PatriseHenkel Жыл бұрын

I swam in lake mead in 1995 when there was plenty of water- it’s shocking how much it’s dried up.

@Birdbike719 Жыл бұрын

I watch another channel called "Sin City Outdoors" that has done several videos on Lake Mead over the last year and the effects of the drought. Its a father and son who do a lot of fishing on the Lake and also explore surrounding areas. Very good channel. Entertaining and personable.

@getlostwhenwondering393 Жыл бұрын

Been stuck once, in a camper van. We were lucky took 8 guys and the leveling blocks n pads to get us out.

@carolconnell9521 Жыл бұрын

Lake Mead was a surprisingly nice campsite. Enjoy!

@PookieK Жыл бұрын

The beautiful rock garden you visited seemed very spiritual to me. I would love to visit there and see it for myself. I have to say I really really enjoy all of the history, statistics and info that you share in your videos. I absolutely loved watching Sadie and her big stick!

@albusandrose Жыл бұрын

To each his own, but I think it's supposed to be a natural space for everyone to enjoy, not a place for self-absorbed people to think that they are some kind of artistic genius because they stacked some rocks. People go out in nature to enjoy NATURE, not other people's supposed art projects.

@joeyjennings9548 Жыл бұрын

RAIN-X the headlights. it gets the yellow stuff off. put on dry headlights a good amount of Rain X with a few paper towels rub.. let dry rub off.

@leslieobrien4690 Жыл бұрын

You to Sadie, “ You could’ve drowned. That’s as big as you are,” Sadie (dragging the log up out of Lake Mead), “Look, Mom! It’s a stick! I found a stick!” 😅😂

@Birdbike719 Жыл бұрын

I honestly can't tell you the last time I washed my Jeep. I figure if God wants my car clean it will rain. LOL Another great video. I felt that stomach drop feeling when you started the car saga. Ugh. Love the wild burros and the rock garden. Cool

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

Lol! I love this 🙌

@JoeZyzyx Жыл бұрын

I wonder if corals could live in Lake Mead since it's so strong in calcium deposits? That would be an interesting study to see if it could support coral formations in it.

@elaineg4921 Жыл бұрын

Blessings always

@juliagregory5696 5 ай бұрын

light bulb moment I now realize who you remind me of Kathy Bates in Misery it's your laugh it's a gleeful sound x

@susie-q96 Жыл бұрын

I’m shocked!!😮

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

😂😜😊

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

I knew you would be :-p

@susie-q96 Жыл бұрын

LOL!

@markparr7224 Жыл бұрын

IMO, an absolutely must have in any RV, is a trans temp gauge. I got lucky, in my '03 Tahoe Z71 tow rig, that it was wired for one but didn't come with one. I had to rebuild the dash anyway, so I put one in and it worked.

@ondreacounts2556 Жыл бұрын

Carolyn I feel for you. It's like things happen one right after the other for you. Like you said when it rains it pours, that's a phrase I say allot regarding my own life as well. Lol I hope things are going better for you now & I'm tuned in & awaiting your updates.

@deborahparnell8862 Жыл бұрын

You are such a joy to watch..enjoy..and learn from..yeah..it seems when everything is breaking or problems arise in my life for whatever reason..that's when I learn the most in many different ways..I've been learning to breathe if I start to react instead of respond..helps me to just chill long enough to compose and regroup..look for the blessing..see the glass half full..let go and see if there's anyone I'm supposed to be helping..or maybe just be still and wait for something to kick in..like wisdom or who knows..take a minute and laugh about it..cause ya can..I'm soooooo proud of you..👁❤🐑..ty..xoxo 🥰🖐👍✌🤟🤪

@rudfil Жыл бұрын

The camper looks nice after she got a bath but I think the headlights look foggy that might affect your night driving vision. You can make them look like new by a car detailer.

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

yes, I absolutely could. But I don't drive at night and they're good enough when I do

@alysiachristensen5475 Жыл бұрын

Love this video! You can clean your headlights yourself with actual toothpaste. Scrub it on and let it dry. Then rinse it off. Just try it on one headlamp and see the difference! I’m an old woman with a long term disability, Neuroendocrine Cancer. I’m getting ready to get on the road with my RV, hopefully in the next few months. Preparing right now!!! Best wishes! Maybe I will see you on the road one of these days!!! Stay safe!!!

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

Yes 1000 people have told me how th clean my headlights. RICHARD even cleaned them for me. This as good as they get

@jodeanhearn6964 Жыл бұрын

Oh, MY, GOODNESS! I think your RV is smiling after it's bath. 😉 Nice job!😊

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

Well, immediately after the bath, she broke down. Coincidence? Or not?

@jodeanhearn6964 Жыл бұрын

@@CarolynsRVLife Hmmmm? Lol

@tfptravel.food.peace.3788 Жыл бұрын

@@CarolynsRVLife she was just resting after the bath. Lol

@tiggrr27 Жыл бұрын

Can you describe what you are looking for when you get out and check a possible campsite in the desert? Is the sand softer than usual? What does a potentially dangerous site FEEL like? Thanks for the consistently great videos. Maybe Sadie was hoping you'd throw that log for her to fetch! I love learning about historical stuff.

@frankiebanks1982 Жыл бұрын

Sadie living a good life.

@luvyourchannel923 Жыл бұрын

WOW Carolyn !!! She's looking GOOD !!! ⭐⭐😊

@lindabozick2523 Жыл бұрын

Great...Blessings To You Amen

@tdhawk167 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing the beauty that we are blessed to have in this world. Hope you were able to get the repairs done affordably and correctly. As always, safe travels and much love and light

@dnixon205 Жыл бұрын

You gave it a bath and it quit on you.. lol I love Lake Meade!

@allonesame6467 Жыл бұрын

Things always change. Hang in there. You're awesome!-- so's Sadie.

@csmoothsk8ter17 Жыл бұрын

Love that you were able to make it to the lake and enjoy yourself b4 dealing with the rv. I'm going to make a guess that it was the fuel pump. Wondering how you keep your rig cool in 100 degree temps? 💙💚🦋💚💙

@judyzeigler3980 Жыл бұрын

Yes it looks alot better. It helped. You did good. Don't even think about the people who tell you how to do your life. Your good.

@Sandy-tj4wn Жыл бұрын

Weird fact. It's against the law to stack rocks at Parks in Texas. It changes the environment and its not good for the animals. Im NOT KIDDING

@jerseycowboy1 Жыл бұрын

Fuel pump going out ot fuel filter. The newer trucks' fuel pumps and fuel filter are together in the tank.

@CarolynsRVLife Жыл бұрын

Nope.

@Maddiehere89 Жыл бұрын

Sadie is so smart! She obeys you so well! She wanted to go play and wouldn’t because you were telling her to get it… the log! I’m impressed! She is so smart. It’s like she wanted you to see how proud she was to bring you a gift! I just love Sadie! And you you have trained her so well! Great job!

@luvyourchannel923 Жыл бұрын

Goid video Carolyn !! I loved it 😊

@debhaney6944 Жыл бұрын

Vehicles break down sad part of life! Looks like the lake is filling again so glad!You are such a inspiration to so many Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

@charlottewilson4680 Жыл бұрын

Looks good.

@GrandmaMarlayne Жыл бұрын

Our care is filthy. I did wash it but at 75 years old toooo hard! I want to have it detailed. Your camper looks excellent.

@rozebaum Жыл бұрын

Sadie saved that log! Good for her! ❤️

@ninjapm46 Жыл бұрын

I've been stuck in the sand before, I'm really cautious now about where I park my van

@ninjapm46 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@shelleywalker6225 Жыл бұрын

I love the desert SW. Sadie it too cute bringing that huge log to you. She looked like she enjoyed the water. Looking forward to seeing the story of your RV troubles. I'm sure it will be informative for any future and current RV owners.