SHAKEDOWN RV TRIP 🌵 Tucson Catalina State Park

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@sherylclements2846 4 ай бұрын

I find it amazing how you've taken an initial camping trip those years ago and turned this into your life and a thriving RV enterprise ... AND helping and blessing so many people along the way. God has truly directed your path. Thank you for taking us all along on your journeys.

@KeepYourDaydream 4 ай бұрын

Thank you Sheryl. We love that we get to be a small part of so many peoples adventures!

@crkline2 4 ай бұрын

I like following you two. I do not RV, but your voices, music, and stories you tell, are like a warm quilt on a cold night.

@rvcruising 4 ай бұрын

That click of the magnetic coupler was very satisfying, indeed! 😂

@JasonMankey 4 ай бұрын

Little DIY tip we learned with Command Strips in our camper. We used to have some that would fall off over time depending on the type of material they were stuck on. We started cleaning the area first with rubbing alcohol. We have not lost a single Command Strip since then. They really do stick a whole lot better.

@creditguy4922 4 ай бұрын

Btw. Gary on Route 66 is for sale. The town is trying to save it with a fund raiser. SAVE GARY

@KeepYourDaydream 4 ай бұрын

Saved. They used a gov fund to purchase "Gary" for 250k and they already relocated him. That went for more than I thought, but glad he can still be a part of the route.

@GaryNichols50 4 ай бұрын

@@KeepYourDaydream $346,000 with all the fees.

@supertwillson 4 ай бұрын

That's my hometown. It was a tense watch for the locals or former locals.

@BruceSmith-cf5yk 4 ай бұрын

I liked “Everything is figureoutable” at 9:33.

@mikesheahan6906 4 ай бұрын

20:12 What a gorgeous time lapse!

@InTheMomentTravels 4 ай бұрын

Inspiring ;)

@johnhay1782 4 ай бұрын

The overnight time lapse shot was impeccable!! Well Done!!!

@RyB717 Ай бұрын

Yes. A level RV is a happy RV. I appreciate your obsession of centering the bubble.

@ChurchSingingMama 4 ай бұрын

A suggestion for your hair ties - keep them on a carbiner. Then you can hook them on your command hook on the cabinet and if they fall off they are all together.

@5Towaways 4 ай бұрын

Can you come live with us? I think my daughter has lost more of those than we currently have track of ! Great idea!

@frawleyjs 4 ай бұрын

Came here to say this! Works great and they don’t get all tangled.

@darbybell8684 4 ай бұрын

I have used plastic shower curtain rings also😊

@SueTay. 4 ай бұрын

No friggen way on the Milwaukee battery conversion. This might be the best thing that I have heard all year 🙌

@GregPrince-io1cb 4 ай бұрын

Same !!!!! Our Dyson whizzbang lasts 10 minutes max!!

@user-wy3hg8wb5n 3 ай бұрын

The trick to prolong the life of the Dyson battery is to let it cool off for about an hour after using it, then put back on the charger. Never put on charger immediately after use.

@SueTay. 3 ай бұрын

@@user-wy3hg8wb5n I do that with all my batteries. My dad instilled that into me when growing up :)

@sherrirountree-horton4780 4 ай бұрын

Baby cabinet door locks for your fridge. Solved our problem instantly!

@rickpaul9858 4 ай бұрын

Yeah, but we shouldn’t need them. RV fridges should be designed with a more positive locking mechanism.

@connorgaston9535 4 ай бұрын

The slight "mhmm" from Marc while Trish is talking to the camera is always perfect.

@Steve.5 4 ай бұрын

Your videography is outstanding. Just another reason for me to look forward to watching another episode…thanks for taking the extra effort to make it pop. 😊

@DiyDadFL 4 ай бұрын

Something I always did when the ball was stuck in the coupler is either chock the trailer wheels or apply the trailer brakes and back up or pull forward with the coupler unlocked. It would usually give it just enough to make them decouple.

@born2wander224 4 ай бұрын

Hi folks , subscriber from day 1 here ! I have your Amazon recommendations page in my account . Love you guys, I'm a full-time Nomad off-grid. I learn so much everytime I watch you guys , I love the fact that you're a family-friendly group. Keep the videos coming, you inspire so many people to strike out on the road . God bless you all .

@KeepYourDaydream 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@davidstull7053 Ай бұрын

My hometown! Thank you for saying it's beautiful! I've been telling people that for years :) Safe travels!

@samanthapressley5254 4 ай бұрын

I love Trish's storage ideas. Organization makes me so happy! lol

@thorstandeckman5037 4 ай бұрын

Appreciate your obsession with leveling. I'm surprised a lot of people don't know this but, check your level for accuracy by placing on almost level surface. Memorize position of bubble then turn level 180. If the bubble isn't in the exact same place, it's out of whack! You'd be surprised how many new levels, aren't! Do this before buying one at the store.

@jlinkhart Ай бұрын

I’ve always been worried about my fridge opening during travel. Seeing your mess was enough for me to order a strap.

@cindiheslin6782 4 ай бұрын

Your 'new' Airstream is so open, light and airy. Has such a nice feel to it!

@SARGENTO007A Ай бұрын

Rewatching your videos and I have got to say I enjoy the sense of freedom of you driving in the highway.

@trextv2154 3 ай бұрын

We got rid of our notcold fridge! Dometic all the way. This is an ad for notcold to fix their fridges! Love your new rig. Safe travels.

@lesathornton 4 ай бұрын

Happy Sunday

@Marilynlovesebiking 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful and special time lapse and photography. One of our daughters lives in Tucson. She goes up to Mt. Lemon to see the snow. We have visited the saguaro cactus park. Amazing.

@acrazylife4378 3 ай бұрын

I was busting a gut about the spilled food and blueberries out of the fridge. I had the same thing one time for me too; but it wasnt blueberries, it was a dozen boiled eggs to which rolled all across the floor of the rv, it was like a camping easter egg finding where all 12 boiled/broken shelled eggs had rolled too. Lol

@caroyljohnson7226 3 ай бұрын

Just shakedown cruising as we bring our new-to-us 2018 International Signature home from Texas. Bought it from your friends Ky & Cale. We are having water trouble similar to your at 10:15 in the video.

@Smitty_Tube 4 ай бұрын

Welcome! I live approximately 15 miles from Catalina State Park and it's my favorite place to go nearby. Good hiking and the sunsets on the mountains can't be beat. I'll take my trailer there for a few days just to unwind and ensure everything is working properly before a big trip. Another favorite of mine is Lost Dutchman State Park.

@InTheMomentTravels 4 ай бұрын

It's on our list to visit - time is just zooming by Judy & Steph

@markjohnston8661 4 ай бұрын

Great to seen y’all in a new rig and going thru the steps again! Safe travels!!!

@ramonapuckett3059 4 ай бұрын

Great video! Loved the scenery, oh and the stars! Very cool ❤

@xjarhd570 4 ай бұрын

Cool time-lapse effect with the stars.

@wayne7036 4 ай бұрын

Agree with you about the Ford factory 7 pin connector. Spent the last 6 months with three different trailers having lights go out when driving. Finally had to replace the factory 7/4 pin connector. That magnetic connector will be great. A great time to use that “yellow” wire and run some backup lights on your airstream. Throw a switch in as well and they work great when you need additional rear lights during set up. I’ve done it on all my trailers now. Never thought it would help so much for evening and night back ins. Cheers

@5Towaways 4 ай бұрын

Same. I had one disconnect on a pass in Colorado. It's almost got VERY interesting at the bottom of the mountain.

@bettyjorodgers8552 4 ай бұрын

Enjoyed the video. Thank you. Blessings

@SwampMarshal Ай бұрын

Recently discovered your channel. I’m impressed with your off grid and solar solutions videos. Thanks for sharing. Vic

@janewardguaraldi7975 4 ай бұрын

Great episode 😊

@kerryshannon6886 4 ай бұрын

Star trails is cool, thanks for adding that.

@Capt-Dirty-Rice 4 ай бұрын

We had the same shower head in our travel trailer and when we got a class C we put one in it too. Has been a great shower head.

@carrieclark1604 4 ай бұрын

We are not full-timers, but we do flamingo our family members when we camp with them. We have a "family" (mom, dad & baby) of flamingos that we pass around. We never know who has them and if you're going to be next. My husband, son and I started it when we purchased our rig and started camping in 2019. We flamingoed my sister and her husband. The rule is they have to stay in your campsite all weekend. You can flamingo someone else or the person that flamingoed you the next time you go camping. It's so much fun sneaking into their campsite to set them up! You can imagine the looks you get from other campers. 😂🦩

@glennbevin7464 4 ай бұрын

I loved the video. I live in the White Mountains and am enjoying the same weather.

@vickihogan8207 4 ай бұрын

Ok…Marc I had to laugh out loud with “the talk” 🤣🤣🤣🤣. My family lived in Tucson when I was a girl. Lived near the Catalina Mountains and our favorite get away was Mt Lemon. Thanks for the memories!

@rickrichardson5329 4 ай бұрын

The scenery was beautiful. I can't wait for the new season.

@tamirenno5845 4 ай бұрын

We love our globetrotter! Congratulations on your new airstream. Have a beautiful trip you two. ☀

@Alloutdrs1 4 ай бұрын

For the fridge, you can get the safety first child appliance locks. SKU 352239 at home Depot. Stick one on the side and the other on the front and they snap together. I have a stainless fridge and the black with silver ones don't look bad at all. I have had no issues since I installed these.

@alexhilton4657 4 ай бұрын

Awsome cant wait for another season! One of the biggest highlights of my day is watching you guys! Kinda gives me summer fevor, living in maine the weather is not very good! Thank you guys so much!

@rhondalyn100 4 ай бұрын

Another great soundtrack....enjoyed! 🙂

@btbcc12859 4 ай бұрын

The stars...chef kiss!

@andrewsharman4419 4 ай бұрын

A very happy Sunday! Always a great way to always finish my weekend watching you guys.

@42Pros 4 ай бұрын

Mark, impressive star-trails time lapse!!! Very technical my friend.

@deannewalding1074 4 ай бұрын

Glad a new season has arrived. Had to share that I am revisiting all of the early seasons as I am working on crocheting a sweater. Hopefully it will get done by the Alaska trip….😀

@SARGENTO007A 4 ай бұрын

How I enjoy your videos! I can't explain. Thank you! Travel safe.

@Rgross27 4 ай бұрын

We use the E4 Equalizer hitch also on our Grand Design Imagine 2970RL and we keep the trunnion bars in the hitch when disconnecting and I put my feet on each of the bars after taking the clamp off of the L-bracket and move them off of the L-bracket and then I lift the hitch some and then rock it back and forth and the tongue falls right off of the ball every time. It a little trick I was taught and it actually works. Love the vlogs and always watching here in Michigan and safe travels...

@MrPchubare 4 ай бұрын

You guys have improved so much - your videos are true and real. And very engaging!!! Have been watching you for years now.

@rossl.2929 4 ай бұрын

That fridge model is notorious for needing an extra washer on the lower hinge to raise the door and align the latch.

@maggiemyrtlebeach2701 4 ай бұрын

Another amazing video, I feel like running to my camper and reorganized everything and put hooks everywhere!!! I love time lapse of stars that is some next level stuff!

@wandrousvindella716 4 ай бұрын

So satisfying ! Level, Organized & Flocked ~ safe happy trails, Wanda & Vinnie ( and Vinnie just reminded me that we put child safety locks on some of the larger drawers, maybe that would work on the frig?)

@mikenowak2360 4 ай бұрын

Snow ugh welcome to pure Michigan lol exciting welcome to Michigan summers best place to be in the summer.

@jagoss45 4 ай бұрын

Love the star trails night lapse!!

@2skyp 4 ай бұрын

Marc, your photography/cinematography just keeps getting better and better. Awesome drone shots as usual. Great story-telling. Always a joy to watch.

@user-rq2yk3rr6v 4 ай бұрын

Not that far from our new homestead in SE AZ ! Haven’t visited it yet but maybe after watching this video we may have to check it out ourselves!

@bonnieridolfino9484 4 ай бұрын

Leveling is the best!! So right it is satisfying! The hubs and I do cheer when we get it exact!

@billshaw7645 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely love the Catalina mountains. We stay there a few times a year. We find that most of the state & county parks here in AZ are just beautiful and so well taken care of. Not sure if you folks have been there yet, but Lost Dutchman is another park with beautiful views. Safe travels this season.

@calebschultz1756 4 ай бұрын

Would love to see a video touring snowbowl!!!…..grew up in flagstaff and I miss it soooo much

@billbern1005 4 ай бұрын

I use two 4 inch nylon dock cleats next to each fridge door and some 3/8 inch shock cord. The clears screw to the wood cabinet. When in the campground I just let the shock cord hang from the cleats.

@susanm4988 4 ай бұрын

I am so excited about the Dyson battery trick! Was just thinking I need to figure out how to bring mine along my next trip! Yay! Thank you!

@faededtoblack 3 ай бұрын

Just keep an eye on that Norcold fridge. If it's the 12v only one, they are notorious for the compressors locking up. You'll know it when you turn it on and you notice that it just isn't getting cool. Ours bit the dust and it was only 2 years old. Some don't even last a year. We replaced ours with a residential because we just didn't want to pay $1500 for a fridge that won't last

@karenclarke1778 4 ай бұрын

Thank you both! I always look forward to your videos. They are always upbeat and informative and even though I don’t have an RV, I would like one in the future hopefully not too far in the future. I am still trying to keep myself informed with all of the helpful information that you both impart constantly and I want to just thank you for the very upbeat and happy and fun videos that you put out there that keep us all entertained in a wholesome way with the kind of world we live in right now it’s just so wonderful and I want to thank you very much ♥️🙏🏻♥️

@pammortensen8225 4 ай бұрын

I’m glad your shakedown trip at Catalina went better than ours. We live just up Tangerine and thought it would be a good idea to have our shakedown close to home. The camper was three days old. A micro burst tore the awning off our brand new camper, and the road in flooded. We had to be evacuated out! What an exciting start to RV’ing. Lesson learned, we don’t even go for a walk with the awning out. Three campers lost their awnings that day.

@KeepYourDaydream 4 ай бұрын

Oh my. A real RV baptism. We heard about the flooding. We left our awning out way too much also. I liked my manual awning more as it could handle some wind. Hope things improved.

@thats_mr_b_ 4 ай бұрын

We were in Arizona March- November this past year and loved it. Victory even helped us out with locations when I asked her through IG. We took our maternity pictures in the Cerro national park in at Windy point. It was fun, favorite place to eat was The Container Yard...Hope I'm naming that place right. It was fun. When I saw Sierra vista was on the job list I was like "ok it's time to go to KYD Country." Haha

@garrettb5470 4 ай бұрын

The desert museum in Tucson is a great place to go and see. Lots of desert wildlife.

@zedhead2864 4 ай бұрын

OMGosh! Your having a meetup in my home town? Duluth, Mn.

@ShawnPatterson402 4 ай бұрын

Lots of great little ideas there. thank you. We depart for 4-5 weeks 3 weeks from tomorrow, and really should do a shakedown weekend first since the rig has been in storage since November, but may have have to take Trish's suggestion and just go go go. Will see. As always, safe travels...

@FreysOnTheSide 2 ай бұрын

The mustache is coming along nicely. Looks good on ya Mark.

@toyhaulen 4 ай бұрын

We love Catalina st Park, we always have a great time there! Great videos!

@RVUntethered 4 ай бұрын

A great, comfortable video..as always! 🙌

@kevinlauzon7665 4 ай бұрын

Love my Milwaukee/Dyson adapter!!

@dlanarodriguez4890 4 ай бұрын

This makes for a great morning show. My coffee is more enjoyable now. 😊

@radioactivemike1 4 ай бұрын

Went to Alaska with that failure of a fridge. Would not stay shut at any speed. The washer trick helped for a bit. Painters tape helped on “smooth” Alaska roads. The final solution was a threaded rod in one of the holes to switch the door hinge with a large fender washer and wing nut. Locked the fridge and freezer doors.

@Gents849 4 ай бұрын

You mentioned going to Tahoe. Just left there after a few days skiing. If you are in South Lake Tahoe stay at Zephyr Cove. Right on the lake and great breakfast in the restaurant. Lake cruises available also.

@pcbeachouse 4 ай бұрын

Fun stuff! Great to see your enthusiasm for sharing hasn’t faded, we can feel your excitement! And the videography just keeps getting better! Love the star trails effect!

@sallyjaynes2433 4 ай бұрын

Absolute *Arizona🌵, cruising the "Tucson"🏞️ & hooks unlimited by Trish, balancing mishaps (refrig. in motion) by Mark. You guys are entertaining remarkable 🙂😘 🚌

@jav9888 3 ай бұрын

You should put a Bluetooth/WiFi camera in the cabin then you can see what's happening in the trailer when driving then unplug it when you don't need it: )

@HeyUncleArt 4 ай бұрын

You two are great! Love your content!

@stephenbarr8822 4 ай бұрын

I used a baby snap to prevent frig door Walmart Baby section( sticks on either side then snap together 🤠

@Gents849 4 ай бұрын

Yes on lifting the refrigerator door in order for it to stayed closed during travel. My dealer attempted to repair it but didn’t do a good job so I use suction cups that are connected to each other.

@raysoltero7963 4 ай бұрын

Love Tucson, especially Catalina State Park!

@claragoforth3645 4 ай бұрын

Perfect timing, I am taking my trailer out next week for the shakedown/de-winterization trip of the season! So excited to be back out in it:)

@ricksousa3932 4 ай бұрын

You guys are so much fun to watch, your adventures make me want to get back into RVing.

@elizabethortiz4376 3 ай бұрын

I remember the first time I went to Tucson, I was so in love with the cactus

@jjnaz4724 4 ай бұрын

Omg,you were right by my house off of Catalina Hwy! Mt Lemmon is my favorite place to get away from it all! Try going out to Saddlebrook for amazing riding and views of the backside of Mt.Lemmon. Have a meet-up in Tucson! BEARDOWN! You're going to love Door County(grew up in WI)Go to a fish boil and fish for smelt! It's a party! Must go to Lambeau Field too. Enjoy you content! J

@josephclayton1835 4 ай бұрын

Great Timelapse! I love Trish’s organizing videos.

@jeffsteele1295 4 ай бұрын

I was in the same area today near Tucson. Went gold hunting today with a friend. Was on top of a big mountain and stated snowing so we had to leave. We still found a surprising amount of gold. We will be headed toward Yuma next week will be doing gold hunting there as well. Love your new Airstream motorhome and so proud for you both having it . Can't wait until your next video.

@LeesGarage 4 ай бұрын

Marc, that was a mighty fine backing job @15:00. A++. Great job by your spotter as well. Lol

@edwardmoran1739 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful Airstream!

@lwhite530 4 ай бұрын

Happy Sunday KYD FAMILY! I need to rent out the KYD place one day! That’s a goal in the next 3 years. Loving the new rig!!

@deannakiralla9047 4 ай бұрын

Thanks guy's, for all your tips and tricks. We love it when you share. Love seeing Charlie❤ Safe Travels ❣️

@leann4925 4 ай бұрын

Hi! Caleb great seeing you. I was so excited to see Charlie. Just want to give him a big hug. Gee a different Air Stream and a new challenge for Trish to decorate. Marc has his work cut out for him as well replacing things of which is always his challenge. Looking forward to this seasons adventures. I sure did enjoy the wedding. How is your oldest son doing? Please do stay safe. Thanks!

@InTheMomentTravels 4 ай бұрын

So smart to do a shakedown trip. We almost fell off the couch seeing our cameo LOL. Glad you enjoyed Tucson. We've been here a few months, with multiple trips to Barrio Bread...soo good! Judy & Steph

@Marilynlovesebiking 4 ай бұрын

Trish is so cute. It does not take much to make her happy - a hidden command hook for her hair ties and I understand totally. All the windows in that rig are beautiful.

@dianeyates8524 4 ай бұрын

Planning on spending next winter next to Catalina SP to ride my donkey. Loved that you stayed there! Yay to having Caleb back for a bit!

@sandyoklahomatransient8557 4 ай бұрын

Hey Guy's, I love command hooks, shelves, holders, ect., I use them all the time. Marc, having a towel hook with your towel available when your done showering is an excellent idea. Where you placed the hook keeps the towel ready, and dry for immediate use. Is there a shade for your narrow bathroom window for privacy. Speaking of command hooks, they've velcro strips you can use to keep the refrigerator door closed, and secured until your able to fix the problem. The new Air Stream is nice, and habing all the natural light is amazing.