Empty Wild Area & I Need Fuel 🚙

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4 жыл бұрын

I carry on with my mini roadtrip and end up in the Tongariro National Park. Its below Taupo in the middle of the north island of New Zealand. Such a beautiful spot... I was blown away. I stay at Whakpapa Holiday Park which is the ideal spot for all the hikes in the area.
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@grayeagleswolves 4 жыл бұрын

Hi K Great camping area Listen When your filling your propane bottle for the hob or heater check your gas gauge as well no matter if it needs it or not fill it up that 's the rule of thumb

@Tomcroese 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a nice trip out! Is sooo nice to see you enjoy the nature!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I do enjoy nature time!

@unpluggedkiwi2699 4 жыл бұрын

Greetings. I stayed at Whakapapa for one night just over a year ago. It is indeed a beautiful spot, with very good facilities and friendly staff to go along with the awesome location. I particularly like that all of the caravan sites are individual, in amongst the trees/bush so that you are not looking straight at the caravan//campervan next to you. The night I was there was clear and the view of the stars was breathtaking.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, the private sites is such a good idea!

@goldenstardust 4 жыл бұрын

Oh, how I miss the sounds and sights of NZ. 😭 That birdsong at end! ....💕🐦🌿

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

And you were due a holiday to NZ too?! Such a shame.

@jimreynolds9195 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning. Thanks for taking us on to such a lovely locale.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Jim :)

@colinjones9377 4 жыл бұрын

Great camp site views were amazing thanks for sharing 😃

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed Colin :)

@robinmills5827 4 жыл бұрын

It's a wonderful area and all the walks are beautiful. I love that the Whakapapa camp is nestled in the beech forest too. You'd have been ok to get fuel at National Park - it's down hill all the way from the camp!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh good to know about the other camp! Yes, turned out ok with the fuel.

@bicanoo_magic3452 4 жыл бұрын

My god that looks cold. the colour of that water makes me shiver just sitting here in my heated lounge room!!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

It might be the coldest part of the north island and winter has arrived!

@vicmiller7191 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning, oh what it would be like to have a little cabin nestled in the woods there. That first place you stopped, was just breath taking. Thanks for sharing...Vic

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Hmmm yes. And a white snowscape in the middle of winter!

@garryclayton2001 4 жыл бұрын

Top tip when low on gas, don't speed, take it easy, and leave the van behind. I'd invest in a carry can of diesel. Great video!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I'll admit, I did catch myself wanting to drive faster to the fuel station🤣

@rwiliamson8051 4 жыл бұрын

Great sites and scenery there Karen, it's nice to see you out n about again. Hoping we'll be free soon in UK.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed Ron! Hope you can head off again soon.

@garth2876 4 жыл бұрын

The central plateau, with the associated altitude and gradual climb, uses a surprising amount of fuel compared to driving along the coast. Stunning area to explore. Apparently around 50,000 overseas tourists still in the country

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Guess I learnt that on this trip🤣Crazy to think we still have so many tourists here!

@gerdacoonan7250 4 жыл бұрын

You hit the jackpot for scenery in this one, just gorgeous. Enjoy and take care, thanks for sharing, cheers.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, seriously so blown away by the scenery!

@powerupelectrical 4 жыл бұрын

The Tongariro National Park is special. I'm a member of Forest And Bird and normally stay at the F&B Lodge just up past the Chataeu. Glad you found Tawhai and Taranaki Falls and the Silica Rapids walk is beautiful too.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh! Lovely. It is a special place. I'll need to come back and explore the Silica Rapids too.

@nigelburton5376 4 жыл бұрын

The Central plateau is highly underrated, one of my favourite area's of the North Island.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I'll definitely be back! Haven't explored enough.

@knsframe7712 4 жыл бұрын

So lovely. Thanks for sharing

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

@altacat9702 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!! ...fun to see what NZ is all about. ....I always have wanted to slip a "Walk" sticker over the E on the fuel gauge : )

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

A walk sticker? haha so true! And I enjoy sharing NZ sights.

@altacat9702 4 жыл бұрын

@@TravellingK Thank You ...to keep it short ........well done in all you work on !!

@annar6430 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely video K. You are now in your comfort zone.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

It's overall enjoyable :)

@annemarsden2323 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for wonderful views x

@monroe3004 4 жыл бұрын

I tow around two hours each day while travelling and always fill up each day, firstly to keep the money I spend in the local area and secondly to ensure I never get short on diesel as that can be very stressful in country / out back Aus.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I'd filled up that morning, so that's why I was surprised to find it so low! Plus we're generally always close to the fuel station compared to in Aus.

@jennyp7084 4 жыл бұрын

Now that really makes me want to visit the north island ASAP! Beautiful.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

This spot actually really reminds me of the south island! Similar trees.

@jimblazer4484 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely maintained trails.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it was an easy trail... no tree roots to clammer over🤣

@karenknowles1537 4 жыл бұрын

What a lovely place. You have created a wonderful life for yourself.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

There can be challenging times, but overall so glad to be doing this.

@davidcooper3337 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful area around the mountain, have not explored there yet, one day soon when the weather improves.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely worth a visit!

@mikaso30 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the interesting videos. I enjoy seeing them. Your life is very interesting to me.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

That's Mikas!

@MaxZomboni 4 жыл бұрын

Great views. When your fuel light comes on, you have about another 50 km of fuel left, if you are not towing. If you are towing, all bets are off. You should probably drop your trailer someplace and drive directly to someplace to fill up. In this case you probably had another 100 km of fuel left. When I lived in the city, I never filled up until the light came on. Now that I live in the country, and am sometimes 40 or 50 miles away from a service station, I have broken myself of that habit. Now I fill up as soon as possible when I get to half empty.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Ah that's good to know! I should find out how much I really have left. Fair enough that you've broken your habit.

@wenzbee197 4 жыл бұрын

By the way, thank you for taking the time to answer my questions and give me good advice. Outstanding!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@anitaagler9844 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the beautiful scenery. I live close to Yosemite National Park but we can’t go there . It is very limited access. I am going nuts staying at home all summer.

@flybyairplane3528 4 жыл бұрын

Anita Agler hi, just saw several BLM areas &Some parks still closed, these were noted by a couple in a motor van in CALIF & others , as they were so surprised too,they used to stay at few of them, Cheers 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh that's a shame that it's still closed!! Hopefully they can open it up again soon.

@ecovention 4 жыл бұрын

Grew up in this area awesome to see it again.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Ah great! Sure you know what else I should have seen😉

@Takirua66 3 жыл бұрын

Kia ora Karen, enjoying watching your journey, one day soon ill make that trip to Tongariro National Park, look amazing, jealous much

@aidanvanweert993 4 жыл бұрын

we stayed at that mount Holiday park is amazing when snowing.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

So tempted to see it with snow too! Sure it's beautiful.... but cold.

@ralphwood9865 4 жыл бұрын

You had me white knuckled as you were heading out to get gas.Other wise a great video in a lovely place..When you were talking about a volcanic episode 25 years ago I seem to remember there was a place in NZ that uses heat from the earth to make electricity. Btw Karen the turquoise colour of your jacket suits you and that lovely blonde hair.So glad to see you your happy self again and no tales of gas problems.Stay safe hun , Kiaora Cheers from Canada

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Not the most relaxing arrival into the campground! Thank you Ralph - it was lovely exploring the area.

@antw3565 4 жыл бұрын

So good to be travelling again. Even if it is vicariously.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you can start travelling again soon.

@caravanwullie7339 4 жыл бұрын

Looks beautiful x

@brec5879 2 жыл бұрын

I’m amazed you are not nervous staying out in the wild on your own. I guess NZ is safer than a lot of countries. Fabulous scenery Tnks for sharing. I’ve only started following you so I need to figure out how to commence at the beginning. Enjoy your adventure Karen.

@steveibbotson1214 4 жыл бұрын

Stunning views.

@hellyavard8552 4 жыл бұрын

That was a lovely vlog it just went too quickly. The walks were of great interest to me I love waterfalls and walking bridges

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! I'm a huge fan of waterfalls too.

@Bender24k 4 жыл бұрын

Wow stunning views, nice to see you enjoying things!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

So glad I ended up there😀

@FingonNZ 4 жыл бұрын

Ahh - a hot drink after a day in the NZ Bush! Just can't beat it! Thanks for taking us along!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh that hot drink hit the spot!

@LibbyWithnall 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you back to a somewhat "normal" life. Looks like some lovely walks. That would be an amazing site for our motorhome as we have lots of windows at the back (though obviously with a motorhome you can face either way - usually).

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, a motorhome at that site would be perfect! A hot drink watching the sun set - lovely.

@jamesedwardson605 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to see she is fine...and loving life...

@KXXULADavidOC 3 жыл бұрын

That looks like such a beautiful place, definitely somewhere I must try to visit someday whenever I get to visit New Zealand

@clairepapadatos1116 4 жыл бұрын

Bloody glorious footage, my dear! Many thanks, Claire and Sally the older Goldie, Berlin 👍😘😘

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Claire and Sally! Such an enjoyable explore in nature.

@stephaniewilson3955 3 жыл бұрын

I remember that volcanic eruption. Planes had to be diverted to avoid the ash trashing their engines in flight.

@kerrylaw100 4 жыл бұрын

That colour is so your best colour ... you should wear it often 😊🌸

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks!

@christopherrasmussen8718 4 жыл бұрын

Nice place. I have had many cars (and trucks) over the years. Some would drive on after E, one did for a whole day. It was when I forgot how many days it been that I ran out in that. Then I had one that run out at 1/4 tank. Glad to see you made the petrol station.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I guess it would be good to know... but maybe if a top up was easily accessible!

@ThatYorkshireChap 4 жыл бұрын

What an amazing country 😎

@iangrice329 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful, reminiscent of some places around Snowdon in UK

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Ah right! Funny how similar NZ is to the UK with the scenery.

@desbarry4396 4 жыл бұрын

At the beginning of your video was that the Chateau that you passed on the way to the camp ground? Stayed there back in the early 2000’s with a company I worked for at the time. Beautiful area. Always remember the Quad bike tours. Trying to convince the wife that living in a caravan or possibly a 5th wheeler when we finally get back to NZ is the way to go. Still have some work to do but your videos are certainly helping. 👍

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it was the Chateau! Glad you had a fun time there. haha I personally think the best way to see NZ quickly is in a motorhome. Then you can squeeze in everywhere and stay in stunning locations.

@uhno123no9 4 жыл бұрын

Loved it, my guardians are thinking of buying a caravan, likely a static caravan, or a trailer one.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh fun! Hope they enjoy it :)

@uhno123no9 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have any trailer caravans to reccomend?

@nanrod981 4 жыл бұрын

Delightfully therapeutic....

@aidanhill 4 жыл бұрын

We need that water in Auckland!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Think it's all arrived in one day today!

@garrywhitehurst5764 4 жыл бұрын

Stunning views

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I was pleasantly surprised!

@sidneybowerman558 4 жыл бұрын

A great video Karen, with superb scenery. Although it has nothing to do with me, I am truly sorry that the latest two new covid19 cases in New Zealand came from the UK. Bloody typical isn't it.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like we have a third case now from another country. Lots of news about how we need to improve our systems when people arrive.

@brianthomas3551 4 жыл бұрын

E on the fuel gauge is 4 Enough 😊

@davidcooper3337 4 жыл бұрын

E for economy, lol

@flybyairplane3528 4 жыл бұрын

David Cooper hi E , is for EASY ! Cheers 🇦🇺🇺🇸

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

haha one way to look at the E!

@davidcooper3337 4 жыл бұрын

@charlie cheeseface can't handle a little bit of humour,.

@steved2623 4 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful location, I am officially green with envy...😁

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

It's a pretty special place!

@AdventuresWithRosy 4 жыл бұрын

Taranaki Falls look beautiful! Every winter we think let’s visit the falls in the spring and then we forget haha 😂

@aidanvanweert993 4 жыл бұрын

that camp is great when snowing really pretty. The ski fields just up road the kids would love the kids snow area, can slide down little snow slops

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Worth putting in the diary! I'm keen to go back and explore some of the other walks. Snow would be so interesting too.

@AdventuresWithRosy 4 жыл бұрын

Travelling K yeh that would be neat! Maybe not with young kids 🤣

@barrycarlisle8206 4 жыл бұрын

Saw your identical twin today at a convenience store in Van Alsyne Texas today! I almost asked her name until she spoke to the clerk with a texas accent. Love your videos!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

haha really! I've ended up with a few identical twins🤣

@stevejenks8892 4 жыл бұрын

US has wonderful National Parks and Campgrounds. NZ seems to give the US a run for its money... Beautiful scenery..

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to see the US campground one day!!!

@carycoombe3380 4 жыл бұрын

If your Ranger is like my Ranger, they set the fuel gauge so that it hits "E" when there is a quarter of a tank of fuel left. The rumour is that "they" do not want you using that last quarter tank as it is where all the "impurities" from the fuel settle and they are considered bad for the engine. I've always wanted to get my fuel tank cleaned out so I can see how much I have accumulated in 20 years to see if this gauge trick is necessary. You can check this theory by comparing how much fuel it takes to fill from "E" and look at what your fuel tank is supposed to hold (either in the manual or online).

@phileldridge1901 4 жыл бұрын

Heard of a fuel filter??

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

That would be interesting to clean just to see what's in there after 20 years! Nice idea to find out the real capacity.

@henrybarnett1063 4 жыл бұрын

Bootiful.

@williambranham6249 4 жыл бұрын

The low gas light always puts a know in my stomach. Fortunately the knot has paid off for 70 plus years.. I ran out of gas in 1980 in a VW bug that had a faulty gauge. I literally coasted into the station.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh glad you were able to coast to the station!

@waterside13 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for really interesting video. Just buy a 10 or 20 ltr fuel container from Super Cheap or Repco, peace of mind when distance to service station looks a bit far.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I guess I never usually get that low!

@rockingr 4 жыл бұрын

What an amazing place.

@Paulman50 4 жыл бұрын

Ha, I run the tank till the warning light comes on every time. Have done it all my life and never run out of gas. But I do check the destination distances on the road signes compared to the remaining mileage on the dash.

@flybyairplane3528 4 жыл бұрын

Paulman50 hello, know what you are saying, but the expressways in USA, there are NO SERVICES, ON THEM, you have to fend for yourself a a cross exit, you could go 60 miles no fuel ! Cheers, 🇦🇺🇺🇸

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Haha you're crazy Paul! I did find there were less fuel stations in the south island... might need a backup plan on your next visit!

@Paulman50 4 жыл бұрын

@@flybyairplane3528 yea I know what your saying. You gota be real careful in the Ausi outback as well. I lived there for 5 years.

@rogerwileman9965 4 жыл бұрын

Never let your ute go below 1/4 because of dirt and water in the tank . If you can find a metal petrolcan

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Good to know!

@colinmew6695 4 жыл бұрын

Hi K. Not sure if your car is Petrol or not but if it is you can always connect your gas cylinder from your caravan to your carburettor on your car and will get you to petrol station. The engine will run ruff but won’t do any harm for short journey.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh, so petrol cars can handle gas as fuel? That's intriguing! The ute is diesel...?

@paulcalvert5735 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Karen your looking well and you get to pick some beautiful places to go I’m so jealous, we are still waiting for the government to give us the green light and I can’t wait to book some time off work and get out with the caravan.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Hope it's not long now for you!

@jackmason7823 4 жыл бұрын

Depending on the car, you should have between 20 and 40 miles from when the warning light comes on ☺️

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Wonder if I'd be brave enough to test it one day...

@jackmason7823 4 жыл бұрын

Try it but take a Jerry can and do it between petrol stations 😂😁

@matthewward7619 4 жыл бұрын

You should went north I live in a small town called Taumarunui 30 minutes drive and we've got 2 petrol stations, 2 beautiful rivers, 1 supermarket, 1 campground and some very nice swimming holes

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

You know, I was just looking up Taumarunui the other day! On my travel wishlist😀

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I might be heading to Taumarunui soon. Would be keen to ask you questions about the area! Would you be happy to contact me? Email karen@travellingk.com or a Facebook message through my TravellingK page.

@matthewward7619 4 жыл бұрын

@@TravellingK I'd like to

@darrenwilson8042 4 жыл бұрын

I think @HubNut did the Terenaki falls on his trip to NZ too - stunning

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Oh I must have missed that video!

@kathlucy603 4 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous rugged formations

@phileldridge1901 4 жыл бұрын

Fuel gauges are not very accurate so it could go either way. I have this bad habit of letting the fuel get low but so far, I haven't run out of petrol. Love those volcanoes... nice drive. Nice socks too ;o)

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I can't remember my socks? haha will need to rewatch! I guess with more time I'll learn the quirks of my vehicle...

@Ra-zor 4 жыл бұрын

Get a fuel can. Wavian Jerry cans are NATO grade UN approved good reliable steel rustproof lined Jerry cans (genuine ones are red inside and have Wavian stamped across the middle of the can), 20L capacity ones cost £29 here in the Uk for a price comparison (you can also get 10L ones for £22). In all honesty only buy Wavian or really good condition ex NATO cans, anything else will rust in no time and clog up your filters. Never use plastic as it will crack/split pressurise and leak or rot and let you down.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I'll keep an eye out for a good one :)

@lachcris 4 жыл бұрын

Hi , Its so like NW Scotland where I live so I'll need to visit one day. Love your videos . X

@millomweb 4 жыл бұрын

Just that NW Scotland is a lot nearer ;)

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

A lot of Scottish did end up migrating here because it reminded them of home😉

@michaelhodges2448 4 жыл бұрын

How come you’re on your own thanks for sharing

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Hayden had work to do, hence the sudden solo trip!

@spymaine89 4 жыл бұрын

wonderful spot. what does it smell like? what is the most fragrant tree there . in north Maine you smell the spruce in new Hampshire the pine.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

It had a crisp cold smell I thought. Sounds lovely in New Hampshire!

@kevgermany 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you made a note of how much it took. Can work out how much fuel was left in the tank. Hope your reserve light works. I almost never fill before mine comes on. At least on local trips.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I wonder if the reserve light even works?!

@kevgermany 4 жыл бұрын

@@TravellingK should test itself every time you turn the ignition on. Otherwise garage can test.

@ohwilbur1 4 жыл бұрын

i always drive til empty 😂 because filling up petrol is a boring thing

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

It is a boring chore, isn't it!

@barriepayne1690 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video Karen,nice to see you smile after that gas thing.you have some fantastic sounding names in your country.do any of the sites remind you of your trip to UK.keep your eyes on that fuel gauge,it’s a long way for me to come to you with petrol can.by the way how’s the vintage van.happy touring

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barrie! Yes, some awesome names here🤩The vintage caravan project is happening slowly!! Hopefully back into it soon.

@chrisgriffiths2533 4 жыл бұрын

Nice Spot.

@brettalfero6245 4 жыл бұрын

Wow abso beautiful campsite... I just have to come to New Zealand one day... waterfalls my fave... u should usually get at least 50kms once the E decides to light up... yes I’m one of those “I know my car” 😂😂😂not so much when towing tho lol...

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Plenty of waterfalls here! Guess I should test out the fuel tank capacity one day🤣

@brettalfero6245 4 жыл бұрын

Travelling K have to have to make a plan one day to visit.... aaaah dont LoL..... not with diesel because if you run out you have to bleed the system... sometimes I have heard it entails more than just turning the motor over until it starts... have a fab day ☺️

@brianboys9015 4 жыл бұрын

Super spot

@craigwilkins1281 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Karen... loving the videos and following your experiences. I have a question re the caravan front cover you have, can you share where this was purchased from (looks like its been made specifically for you/your van)? I have a Sterling Europa 470 too (slighter older model, 2 berth only) :)

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

It's called Specialised Covers: www.specialisedcovers.com/ They usually focus on the newer caravans. I was lucky that they were willing to fit one to mine... I wonder how similar your front is as they now have a pattern ;)

@jamesdennis8133 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Question regarding your Ranger. I noticed it is an Automatic. When i was in NZ I noticed some new cars aren't available as a manual. Are Rangers mainly auto there?

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Apparently we are getting more Automatic cars as less people know how to use a manual?!?

@bengmelea8646 4 жыл бұрын

Just wondering what your fuel consumption is per 100km on open roads with & without towing? This would be a major factor in deciding to to buy a caravan or a campervan. Of course a lot depends on how much stuff one packs and the vehicle weight but the average for campervans seems to range from 8-10L/100km which doesn't seem like a whole lot! Have you ever done a deep dive into this issue?

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I generally think I go through double the amount while towing. It's the added weight I think! I haven't done a proper look into it....

@bengmelea8646 4 жыл бұрын

@@TravellingK Ok Thanks. I just thought fuel would be one of your biggest expenses and so would keep a close eye on costs.

@fraserhardmetal7143 4 жыл бұрын

Peace and love from Yorkshire. :-)

@millomweb 4 жыл бұрын

It's not a bit like Malham cove ;)

@fraserhardmetal7143 4 жыл бұрын

@@millomweb What about Janet's Fosse :-)?

@millomweb 4 жыл бұрын

@@fraserhardmetal7143 You've misspelled it ;)

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Hope all is going ok in Yorkshire Fraser!

@victorjennings3004 4 жыл бұрын

always carry two 5lt jerry cans full at any time i carry two full 5lt jerrys all the time in my camper van

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I've just never really got to that fuel level before...

@victorjennings3004 4 жыл бұрын

@@TravellingK i always carry two 5ltr jerry cans they never leave my camper van

@wenzbee197 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Karen

@Andy_U 4 жыл бұрын

Oh no, lol, I forgot, lol, she's a Karen! Lol

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Wendy! Yes Andy... Karen is suddenly far from popular🤣

@garyarmstrong4597 4 жыл бұрын

Hi is there any fish in the rivers there at your first stop. Water and views look amazing.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I'm honestly not sure...?

@bertkelly7650 4 жыл бұрын

Nice van, no awning?

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

You know, I sold the awning that came with the caravan and bought a smaller one... which I've used once🤣

@millomweb 4 жыл бұрын

3:58 Looking at that gauge, you've a couple of gallons in the tank - so likely good for 70 miles on a bad day ! I bet when you got to the fuel station, the gauge needle wasn't completely on the empty mark ! Thinking again about it, it's actually a third of a quarter of a tank - so now I say at least 2 gallons and more likely 3 ! Your panic is just making click-bait :)))) RTFM ! ? Doesn't your trip computer have a mileage remaining option ?

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

After watching the needle suddenly drop, it was interesting to see it not move that much when I just took my car. I filmed my worry and it became part of the story🤷‍♀️No grand click-bait plan at the time.

@millomweb 4 жыл бұрын

@@TravellingK Fuel gauges do that - for that very purpose ! That's why the marks on yours for quarter and 3 quarter full are closer to full and empty than the half-way mark. So the pointer moves faster between them then slows down again near empty. A pointer width is about 5 litres. So if there's a pointer width between the pointer and the empty mark, you've got about 15 litres in the tank.

@flybyairplane3528 4 жыл бұрын

Karen, nice area, a tad lonely though, we still have. Masks, paid some bills, then off to COSTCO, nice to see things back to normal there., YOUR CARAVAN, WAS THAT ‘VENT’ FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR, ALWAYS BEEN THERE ? do not recall it, Cheers from N J USA🇦🇺🇺🇸

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

The vent out the side? Yes... I do hope things improve for you soon.

@karitolmunen4533 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Karen from NZ beatiiful wievs

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Kari!

@brendanfromnz 4 жыл бұрын

I haven't watched the video yet.... just wanted to be first to comment for once hehe! 😂👍

@ukinfamous 4 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to reply to the first comment 👍👍

@brendanfromnz 4 жыл бұрын

@@ukinfamous Good skills mate! 👍😉

@Gixer750pilot 4 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous , it makes Bibury look a bit boring hey

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I highly enjoy all the UK history😉

@Gixer750pilot 4 жыл бұрын

Travelling K great answer you should be a politician 😂

@petemoring67 4 жыл бұрын

Is your truck Diesel? If so, never let it drop below a 'third' in cold climates as condensation builds up inside the tank and contaminates the diesel ..... Water and Diesel?? .... AARRGGHH!!!!! :-)

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's diesel. Oh condensation! Never heard of that!

@paulandersen8396 4 жыл бұрын

check out scout campground at lake wiritoa whanganui

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Ah nice to hear!! Thanks

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Ha hang on.... I think that's the same campground!

@lizleonard3681 4 жыл бұрын

Fabulous views the sites in the UK are still closed at the moment what a waste of a summer let’s hope we can get our caravan out soon 😩

@sidneybowerman558 4 жыл бұрын

We spring cleaned our caravan and put food in it, then drove home. Within days the site was closed. Fees paid, still waiting for a release date.

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, seems painful to be unable to travel during summer! I do hope things improve soon.

@derrickfelix6206 4 жыл бұрын

K , you really need to buy your pick up, service manual , learn the spec's on your fuel line, become a specialist with your prime vehicle. Otherwise take charlie cheeseface, suggestion get a good fuel can. cheers K stay safe, and brainy!

@TravellingK 4 жыл бұрын

I guess I could always learn more!