MISTAKES EVERY RV OWNER SHOULD AVOID | RV Setup For Newbies
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3 жыл бұрынAfter 4 years of full-time RV living, we show you the worst mistakes every RV owner should avoid during setup. We bring to light the relatable stress of the RV life that many can understand while providing our detailed RV setup.
This RV setup for newbies will bring tips and tricks for the upcoming camping season!
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The upcoming camping season quickly approaching! We want to bring a detailed RV setup for newbies and show you the mistakes that every RV owner should avoid. As an RV newbie, there are many stressors that can build up quickly. We want to emphasize that you "control the controllables."
We can appreciate there are many ways to successfully set up an RV campsite. Today we want to show you what has worked for us over 4 years of full-time RV living! The RV life is costly enough already. Slow down, take your time and enjoy the process!
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@AmericaBound 3 жыл бұрын
You two are a riot!! You missed one major step that I do right when I get to the campground - open a beer.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 🙂I tell you..You just made my day reading this comment!! Love your set up checklist #CrackaColdOne 😎 What's your name by the way? What kind of RV are ya rocking?
@AmericaBound 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks LOL I was formerly zx24me but, trying to build my RV travels and adventures channel.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
What! No way!! That's awesome, we can't wait to see your RV travels and adventures channel come to fruition. Good for you Patrick 🙂
@vincentgonzales8917 3 жыл бұрын
No no beer till all chock blocks, legs are down and truck is umhitched. I had couple of beers got busy jabbering and didn't place the chocks and timber down came my 5th on the rails when I pulled the latch. Ouch
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Oh no Vincent! So sorry that this happened to you 😕 that is definitely a great rule of thumb that you mentioned Vincent Glad you are ok, thank you for sharing. We hope that we can hear from you again soon 🙂 - Kyle and Renee
@PCBakerII 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, I would have added a couple sanitary and safety precautions with the water hookup. 1: It’s always a good idea to presume the last person in your campsite was a novice. They do nasty things like placing their sewer hose over the water bib to rinse it out. Carrying some Clorox wipes to wipe down the exterior of the water hookup only takes a few moments. Then on to step 2. 2: some campsite water supplies can have sand or debris buildup that can clog a pressure sensor or filter. Always run the water briefly after wiping down and before hooking up your hose.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
These are some fantastic insights Pete!! Thank you so much for sharing these with everyone 🙂Tell us about yourself, are you currently living the RV lifestyle?
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Wow that is fantastic!! You have so much experience in the RV realm. We hope that one day our paths can cross out on the road, it would be great to meet you Pete We hope that we can talk again soon! Best to you, be safe 🙂
@collinsfriend1 Жыл бұрын
I actually saw a woman rinsing out their portapotty at a community faucet at a campground. GROSS. What is WRONG with people??? Would she rinse her toilet brush in the sink? NO!.
@petebaker8182 Жыл бұрын
@@collinsfriend1 Sanitary standards differ from person to person. You can't imagine the gross things I've seen being done on the supplied picnic table. Always cover the table with a non-porous cover before using.
@John_Ridley Жыл бұрын
Can't hurt to run 30 seconds water through your filter and hose too - maybe bugs got into there while you were stored or on the road.
@egillis214 Жыл бұрын
As a private pilot we use WRITTEN CHECKLIST for each phase of travel. With any crew communications is paramount, if needed the handheld radios work great if necessary. One crew reads checklist, the other executes and repeats. Both have checklist and all items are confirmed...
@flyawaydutchie Жыл бұрын
I just found your channel yesterday . I love your videos. You two are helping me recover from my knee surgery. I’m 72 years old and I do all the driving. My husband is legally blind but we still love to travel and explore the great outdoors. We have a 35ft Toy hauler (that’s up for sale) and we used to have a F350 Super Duty crew cab. (A big truck). We traded our truck for a car and then also bought a smaller truck, F150 crew cab four wheel drive. We also bought a smaller travel trailer and will be back on the road again this summer. I’m recovering from knee surgery and looking forward to loading up our new to us trailer and get back on the road. In the mean time I’m enjoying your videos. THANK YOU FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT
@blokey5160 3 жыл бұрын
Quick tip, purge the air outta that water hose before hooking to RV and open one of the taps inside RV to purge the air from system before turning on water supply instead of having all that sputtering when you first open a tap. Great video by the way! Also remember not to close breaker at power pole until power cable is secured to RV (you do not want that power cable to be live when you plug it in) and have all RV off breakers off before power is applied. RV breakers can then be closed in turn to prevent any big current surge if the whole RV is powered at once.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey there! Thank you SO much for these great tips 😃 We will definitely be sure to start implementing these into our routine! It's nice to hear your experience and learn from it. It seems like you have a lot of experience in the RV world! What kind of RV do you own? What's your name by the way? 🙂
@lucabrasi8702 2 жыл бұрын
Or just use a surge protector
@SharonRepici Жыл бұрын
@@lucabrasi8702 they have a Progressive Industries hard wired into the system.
@herb7877 2 жыл бұрын
40+ years RV-n (not full timers) and I'd say you nailed it all with your Number 1 rule; " Park it all where your wife wants it ! " ... the other stuff is easy... Slow & steady wins the race. You are both are spot on the process of setting up.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Love this!! 40 years is a HUGE amount of time 😃 Ya'll are rocking it! Thank you for your wonderful support and feedback Herb, your comments mean so much
@andytn6507 2 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks I am fixin to start my travel trailer adventures now that I am retired from the military and really enjoy your videos. Yall are fun to watch. Keep it up
@hgaubaul 2 жыл бұрын
Not sure if show and steady will win the race, but it will definitely complete it. Especially dealing with this type of headache and stress. Patience is definitely a virtue!
@timdolan4840 2 жыл бұрын
For auto-leveling we use Anderson trailer jack blocks. They are about 8” high and have magnets on the top to secure them to the jack pads so you don’t have to worry about location. It also minimizes how much you have to extend your jacks and makes your rig much more stable.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
This is great! Thanks for sharing Tim!! :)
@bomabompakarasch4230 Жыл бұрын
I think they mighta mentioned those as well
@brucedeleskey8540 Жыл бұрын
I like wheel blocks I'm going to get two sets its easier saves time thanks
@rickvillelli4652 3 жыл бұрын
You guys are the perfect combination of entertaining, informative and downright fun. Excellent channel. Best I've found on RVing. My girlfriend and I just bought our first travel trailer. Soaking up all the info we can prior to that first back up and hookup! It's happening next week. Anyone watching that, should crack a beer, pull up a chair, sit back and enjoy the show. Mistakes will be made!! :-(
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Rick!! Thank you so much for your AWESOME support! That is so great to hear that you guys got a travel trailer!! How awesome 😃🙌🏼We are so happy for you!! What model of travel trailer did you guys buy? Definitely keep us updated on how next week goes, we want to hear all about it!! You will absolutely rock it, just take your time and do you 😎
@rickvillelli4652 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks We bought a 28 foot Open Range Travel trailer. It's a 2013 in very good shape. We know the owners. Paid about 1/2 of what it would be new. Love the opposing slides, 50 amp, dual AC, Captain's chairs directly opposite the TV, and fireplace. Not perfect by any means, but I think good for our first swing at this. :-)
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness! Sounds like an absolutely beautiful rig!! 😀🙌🏼 Nicely done Rick!! You both sound like wonderful people and we wish nothing but the best for you guys in your new adventures of RVing!! Hopefully one day we can meet up on the road, it would be great to meet y’all in person. Keep these amazing comments coming, we really enjoy hearing from you! Best to you both 😀👋🏼
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Rick! Carl and Ney Ney here 🙂👋🏼 How have you guys been? We wanted to see if you guys got your Open Range travel trailer out recently for some trips? We are "chilling like villains" for a few days and catching up on some R&R! Anyways, we just wanted to reach out and see how things are going for you guys. Hope you are doing well and staying safe!
@franknaiman5219 2 жыл бұрын
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@paulmeier5689 3 жыл бұрын
This is really well done. It should be at every dealers location as a mandatory watch before they buy and first outing!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
WOW, thank you so much Paul 😃 You just made our day!! It's great to meet you, do you currently own an RV?
@carleequigg2610 2 жыл бұрын
Quick disconnects are a must for use for the hoses. Makes things so much easier!
@waynegleason5792 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Couple things I would add is we always have someone inside the trailer when turning on the water to make sure there are no leaks inside. This saved us from completely flooding out our trailer. There was a crack in the freshwater pump housing and in the hot water tank, (another lesson learned). When we started sending water in the camper, we noticed water coming out onto the floor and shut the valve immediately outside. Small mess vs flooding out in this case. The other thing is we crack open the faucets throughout to expel the air in the system as it pressurizes. Our travel trailer has 2 bathrooms, 2 gray and black tanks and outside shower and kitchen. Like you guys said, really important to line up services in the site before disconnecting! Have fun and happy campin!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Wayne!! These are some really fantastic tips that you have shared with us, thank you so much for this! Holy moly! You guys have two bathrooms?! 😀👍🏼 that is so sweet!!! We would love to have a tour of your rig one day! Hopefully our paths cross so that we can make this happen Any upcoming vacations are big trips planned for you guys? 🙂
@waynegleason5792 2 жыл бұрын
That would be cool. Nothing really soon. School starting and I am a teacher.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Wayne! Renee and Kyle here 😊👋🏼How have you been? Are you staying busy with teaching? We read your comment again and it go us thinking about you, hope you are doing well and staying safe! Reach out to us anytime, would be great to get to know you more
@lonnymossey525 3 жыл бұрын
Hey HANKS, Little tip for you, when you hook water to camper, you should fill hose with water First, so you have less air pushed through your system. Less bleeding required...great video👍
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Lonny!! Thank you so much for this tip, we appreciate your insight and all the support we can get! Any upcoming trips or vacations for you Lonny? 😃
@Itsa_Mea 3 жыл бұрын
To add for the reason to do this, is to flush sediment from the campground's line. At the start of a season after sitting all winter we have had everything from sand to bugs come out of the hose.
@valc8758 3 жыл бұрын
@@Itsa_Mea Never had sand or bugs in the water but it sure can be nasty tasting without flushing first.
@darrenpatrick2609 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve watched a ton of videos, also a grand design owner for 4 years. My process is exactly as yours. You have done a good job.👍👍👍
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Darren!! 😃 That’s awesome you are rocking a Grand Design as well, what inspired you to join the RV life??
@joefrazier445 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Very informative and entertaining. My wife also uses that snaking hand gesture when helping me back up, fortunately for me she has usually positioned herself outside of my field of vision in the mirrors. One thought on the water filter placement. I always hooked mine up the same as you did until my wife corrected me. She said you might want to filter some of that funk from the hose before it comes into the camper. As usual she is correct, we now hook the filter up at the camper after the hose. We both have our strengths and weaknesses, focusing on the strengths and letting the weaknesses slide seems to work. We’ve been married for 37 years and camping in one form or another since day one, haven’t had the police called on us yet for fighting while setting up our site so I guess we’re doing ok. Keep up the good work on the videos, you got my follow.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Joe, this is an absolutely incredible comment 😊 Congratulations to you both on 37 years, that is really amazing. You guys are an inspiration! That’s a great point from your wife as well. We will start implementing this into our practices, because that makes total sense! 😃🙌🏼 Thank you so much for taking the time to write meaningful feedback, we look forward to hearing from you again soon Joe! Best to you both - Kyle and Renee
@koalabear342 2 жыл бұрын
One helpful thing we do, we have multiple hoses, like three different length that can be used, and we use water quick disconnects, simple and fast. just a quick tip.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
That’s actually something we have been wanting to do ourselves, nicely done 😃🙌🏼 Thank you for sharing this, it helps a lot. Keep these great tips coming
@raymondroot6598 3 жыл бұрын
Personally I like to let the water run for a few moments before I put my regulator or hose on. Just makes sure there is not a lot of crud coming out from the faucet
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Raymond! This is a great idea 😃👍🏼 thank you so much for sharing!! What kind of RV do you own?
@PrchrsWife1 3 жыл бұрын
Me too! Always run the water through the hose and filter a little, prior to hooking up.
@valc8758 3 жыл бұрын
I always run the water from the spigot first to get fresh water in the line and after hooking up the hose run water through the hose before attaching to the trailer.
@rickharris4397 2 жыл бұрын
One piece of advice for you, is to run the water prior to hooking to your camper. You would be surprised at the color of some of the water that first comes out of the hydrant.Run it for 5-10 seconds till it runs clear.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this Rick 😀👍🏼 We really appreciate your insight!! Keep these great tips coming!
@thomasmarchione1943 2 жыл бұрын
My wife and I are just starting our journey, we sold our home and most of our possessions and bought a Minnie Winnie 31k class c rv . Anyway the reason I’m writing you guys is to say thank you for being so inspirational to us , because of you both just be so real you have almost become KZfaq mentors . We are excited to meet you guys on the road sometime. Thank you again Love The Marchione’s
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Thomas!! Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out to us! We are really happy for you guys and your upcoming adventures in your class C RV 😊🙌🏼 YES!!! We look forward to meeting you guys one day soon as well! Keep these wonderful comments and feedback coming on other videos as well, you mean so much!! 🙂👋🏼
@miguelgutierrez1252 3 жыл бұрын
Hilariously good. The two of you were made for each other. Love the chemistry and all the material covered. Great job and content. Happy rv’ing to you and thank you. 👌🏼
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!😃 so glad you enjoy! ~Renee & Kyle
@Ricks_Tech_Talk Жыл бұрын
I'm upgrading from a popup, so I'm picking up all the tips I can. I like that pvc pipe you use to see how far the slide comes out. Your videos are fun and packed full of great tips. The first few times I was parking and leveling my pop-up, I got chewed up by mosquitos. It took maybe 5 trips before I learned that the car's exhaust was drawing the mosquitos in, lol.
@allisonpowell501 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that was a big thing that the guy went over with us about keeping the stairs up when leveling before unhooking. Great video guys and tons of great info! ❤️
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Right! Thanks Alli ❤️
@MotoBeemer 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing vid, first time campers here. We bought a 24 ft Jayco TT and are heading out for our first adventure in a week. We bought items based on tips or lists from other sources, we have practiced backing up in open parking lots. Our campsite is reserved and 4 hours away, I even took the motorcycle up there to recon the actual site (no hookups, no water). Hence I sourced a water place about 20 miles from the site to fill up at, called them and it's $10. Let's see what else, I bought a 4k inverter generator, have all the tools to change a tire and an air compressor... I'm sure there will be quite a few learning experiences but your video has been gold. Thank you.
@HappilyEverHanks Жыл бұрын
Just know it's the lifestyle of never-ending upgrades! Just when you think you're good, you're RV friend or neighbor will show you something to buy!
@brianvandy4002 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite find for setting up is the X-Chocks. My wife complained a lot when we first started RVing with the 5th wheel that it shook a lot when walking around inside. The X-Chocks got rid of about 75% of the shakiness. She was much happier after those were added to our gear.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Brian!! We totally agree with you on the X chocks, they have been an absolutely amazing purchase to have on the road! Have you ever heard of the JT Strong Arms before? They are like a cross stabilization bar between the landing jacks. They help to take out that shake from side to side. We hope to get some one day soon 😃
@brianvandy4002 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks We didn't try those. My wife complained for the first few months that she'd get sea-sick walking through the RV. This might be a good video topic. "Here are some of the ways to better stabilize the 5th wheel to reduce this." Of course at the time we were in an older 5th wheel (2005) with two levelling jacks in the front and just stabilizers jacks in the rear. I haven't had an opportunity to compare the 6-point auto-levelling jacks to the old way they did something so I don't know how much of an issue it still is today.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Yes that’s a great point! I will be an awesome video topic! So glad you guys have a beautiful rig with more stabilization 😃 that makes a world of difference! Talk to you again soon Brian, always a great time catching up 😀👍🏼
@avocado3748 3 жыл бұрын
You 2 are adorable!!! You walked thru so many practical tips that I haven’t seen or heard. Thought process is half the battle. Thank you!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Avo!! Thank you so much for you amazing support 😀🙌🏼 Are you currently living the RV life?
@jandblawncare8570 3 жыл бұрын
I loved the intro. It's so funny because it's true lol. My Wife and I have a great system down and are usually unhitched and ready to camp in about 20 minutes. One tip I have for newcomers is even before you hook up and head out for the first time is get some lingo down or some type of system that both people understand as far as backing up a rig because that seems to be the most stressful. One thing I did years ago is when we decided to get a TT is search for videos just like this and wrote down the order of things and kind of did a mach drill in my mind quite a few times (it was winter so I had plenty of spare time lol) then come spring it was pretty much second nature.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
This is such a great idea thank you so much for sharing! We think more people need to do something similar to this! 20 minutes that’s a really good time! Thank you for watching and the feedback😃 ~ Renee and Kyle
@karenebarker9244 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos Hanks! You two are such fun to watch. We are full time RVers for 5 years. Retired, sold all our stuff and hit the road. Loving the life. One extra step on your power connection you might want to add. As well as checking that the breakers are off like you mentioned. Look inside the outlet first to check for debris or insects. Spray some electrical cleaner in the holes and confirm that you don't see any damage or melted plastic. THEN plug in and make sure you have a firm connection. A loose or dirty connection is really bad for your power plug and cord. If you aren't happy with the looks of things, call the park office to request they change out the outlet. Over the years, when we have requested a replacement and have never been denied. The last thing you want is an electrical fire or damage to your unit. All the best!
@armontnash3086 3 ай бұрын
I have watched tons of youtue videos over the years I must say that your energy is unmatched and electrifying. You guys were straight to the point, not a lot of fluff or unnecessary content. And you even put the we already know it all at the beginning (lol). My wife and I are currently considering jumping into the travel trailer game and have een watching numerous videos pertaining to it. Again I love the energy and look forward to seeing more of your positive content.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for your amazing support and for taking the time to write out such a wonderful comment. It truly means a lot to us being able to read this 😊 keep us posted on how things progress with jumping into the travel trailer, we will be curious to see how things work out for you guys!
@GiftHorse123 Жыл бұрын
I just bought a new KZ small toy hauler and I had trouble removing the 30 amp cord (female end) from the Furrion port (male end). Well, it was recommended to me by fellow owners to use something called "dielectric grease" available at automotive stores to lubricate the connection. I recently bought a 3 in 1 lubricant product that was rated #1 for RV Locks. Got it on Amazon and I applied to these troublesome locks that the manufacturers keep installing. Did a great job and used the lubricant to free up my 30 amp connection. Next time I'll be applying the Dielectric grease.
@RVAmerica 3 жыл бұрын
Man, sitting up a fifth wheel is completely different, mostly, from setting up a class c motorhome. The similarities are in the leveling and the hookups. Another great video guys! Lynn and Danny
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I would imagine it would be quite different! Thank you both so much 😊Much love to you guys - Kyle and Renee
@Robin-wh4wr 2 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks what is the length of your 5th wheel? Is your truck a 3/4 ton, or 1ton? It looks like it's a short Rd. My hubby and I are researching all kinds. I have done full time camping with my kids when they were young. My hubby has never done this before. Just went camping a couple times with his friends. He is a pretty sharp guy. His biggest worry at this point is picking the right truck for the job. Also wanted to say you two rock. I can't tell you how many times I ended up next to a couple that fought the whole time they were setting up. Yippee, so much fun. Anyway, keep working together and having fun. Would love to run across y'all on a trip. Take Care and happy trails.🤗🐬
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Awww thank you so much Robin!! We have a 34 foot fifth wheel and pull it with a 3/4 ton Duramax diesel 😊🙌🏼 Yes, we would say if you guys ever have any gut feelings you might upgrade to a bigger unit down the road… go big with the truck so that you don’t chase your tail and have to end up upgrading the truck AGAIN 😄 Thank you guys so much for your wonderful support and kindness. Please keep these comments coming on other videos as well, you guys mean so much!!!
@Glentownsendsus 3 жыл бұрын
I've found I get better level if you put the slides out first, then auto level. X-Chock wheel Chocks will help prevent movement while walking around inside the RV since it helps prevent the wheels from moving. 5th wheel tripod stabilizers also help considerably.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Glen, thank you so much for this! 😃👋🏼Have you run into any problems at all with the sides being out when it is not level? Was curious because we had heard you should always be leveled before putting the slides out, what has your experience been? Nice recommendation on the X-Chocks, we couldn’t agree more! We definitely need to get a fifth wheel tripod stabilizer, any real good recommendations on those? Thank you again for taking the time to write such an awesome comment, it really means a lot Glen!
@evanwhitney2428 Жыл бұрын
This video is a little old but one thing I really like to use (from Amazon) are brass fitted quick release ends for water connections. I keep them on my hoses and it’s a quick and easy install. Not a necessity but wow is it nice to have!!
@loismcgurk3184 3 жыл бұрын
We just got our Grand Design XLS yesterday! It took hubby about 20 minutes to get it backed into our space at our storage facility! Full disclosure, we didn't get a chance to practice and we had never hauled or parked any sort of trailer. We go on our first camping trip in two days, so today will be spent practicing in a huge parking lot. You guys make everything so much fun! Laughing at our mistakes is key to enjoying life. I just love your upbeat, take life as it comes attitudes! Thanks for all these set up tips, we'll be sure to use your experience to make things go more smoothly! Thanks again!!!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Lois this is so amazing!!! 😃 You guys are doing it! Don't worry, the back up process will get quicker each time. We are so happy for you both 😊 Ok...next order of business, we should meet up one day on the road! haha We really just enjoy keeping it real. Honestly, the RV life always throws curveballs at you no matter how long you have been in the game. We are learning so many new things all the time! Thank you both for your support, your comments mean so much to us! Keep us updated on your first camping trip! We want to hear all the details, success and struggles. Also, feel free to reach out to us anytime we can be of help with answering questions Lois! What's your husbands name by the way? It's great to meet ya'll 🙂
@MSUSpartansRock 2 жыл бұрын
You two are camping nerds! LOVE IT!(especially hugging on your RV). We've been travel trailer camping for about 8 years, just sold that one and upgraded to a GD Solitude and can't wait to get her out!! will be watching your videos on how to hitch/unhitch for sure!!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! It’s wonderful to meet you, what’s your name? 😃 how fantastic you’ve been going at this for eight years now! How great that you bought a Grand Design Solitude as well! What model did ya end up getting?
@johnturner7322 3 жыл бұрын
Nice job, well done. I now have the Anderson Leveling chocks for that side to side leveling. Under my jacks I have the same 2x6x6 blocks I have been using for MANY years!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Oh that's perfect John! So glad you have them as well! Aren't they a life saver? We use ours frequently! Love that you have been doing this for many years, you probably have a TON of experience 🙂
@lovestodive1879 Жыл бұрын
We have been Rving for a while now and just found your channel. Love your sense of humor. Someone down thread mentioned this but I'll say it again. Check the electric before you even unhook. It's the first thing we do when we pull into a site after making sure everything is going to clear. We plug in the surge protector without it being hooked into the RV and check it, if it's o.k. we move on to the rest. Learned this the hard way when camping in a county park. Backed in, chocked the tires, made sure the slides were clear, unhooked and moved the truck. Then plugged in the surge protector and the post was dead. We had to call the park and get a new site, rehook and move.
@timewing4549 2 жыл бұрын
Just a little trucker tip for backing any trailer,...instead of grabbing the top of the steering wheel,...grab the bottom of it when backing, and the trailer will go in what ever direction you turn...it makes backing much much easier...And that means any size or type of trailer...(with the exception of doubles and triples)...
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
That is a great tip! Thanks Tim!
@doggomom5176 3 жыл бұрын
Soooooo many great tips, especially the set up for the surge protector! Way to "level" up your channel!😉
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey there!! It's so great to hear from you 🤗 LOL I am glad you caught onto all of the levels 🤣 Hope you have a fantastic weekend!! - Kyle and Renee
@bryankurn4848 3 жыл бұрын
Truly great happy 😊how to's and absolutely hell no don't's, with a great comedic flare. But absolutely very informative. Now I have a truck camper but I do level and I have chunks of 1" of a rubber conveyer belt and I put those down first and also in those travels I found a 2.5"x10"w x 4"L plank. Cut up into 4 pieces. I then put those on top of the rubber belt. Works great if its rocky just not smooth ground. Adds some great cushion / give for the blocks.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
LOL thank you so much Bryan 😁 🙌🏼 Love hearing how you go about this with a truck camper! Do you take frequent small trips with your truck or do you enjoy taking longer trips on the road? Where is the next vacation or getaway planned for? 🙂
@amariejackson08 2 жыл бұрын
Love it when the Auto level completes and says 'Success"!!!!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Yes Annette!! You nailed it, we feel exactly the same way 😊🙌🏼 it’s the small things right? Haha
@tonydeleo3642 2 жыл бұрын
My funny set-up story. I picked up two hands-free CB headset radios, one for me in the pilot seat, one for my wife (spotter) behind the rig. After a brief period of miss-communication, I call my lovely wife, no answer, called again, still nothing. I stopped the parking process and went to the back of the rig assuming that one of the radios had a bad battery. Well, batteries were not the issue! I found her headset hanging on a branch. My wife returned from her cool-down lap about an hour later.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha! Love this story Tony 😄 🙌🏼 That definitely sounds relatable!! Thanks for sharing, stay safe out there!!
@johnmclean7852 2 жыл бұрын
We don’t have auto level, and trailer frames are made to flex, so our bubble level was put on the stove grate. This was so the pancakes would not slide on the pan. The other concern was that the foot of the bed was not higher than the head. Don’t forget to date the water filter, and flush the water line especially early in the season.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hey John! Can't go wrong with that 😃Very good tips, thank you so much for taking the time to share these! What kind of RV are you guys traveling in?? What inspired ya'll to join the RV life?
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
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@ronnydisalvo80 3 жыл бұрын
Its so good to see our "FACES" literally 30secs in..ya umm..cool..hope u have fun.the weird OVER ACTING is ..ya immm. Im out
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for stopping by 😃👋🏼 Stay safe!
@captainkirk8806 3 жыл бұрын
The person i bought the trailer from built his own leveler by attaching blocks of different height to a a 6X2 board. It works fantastic and can be added to if needed. My wife hit me with the bedroom slide first trip. She didn't hear me on the walkie talkie...... Forgot to push the D@#$ button.....
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Your wife actually hit you with the slide? Oh my goodness you are the first one we have heard of this happening to 🤣🙌🏼 sorry, not laughing at your pain or expense, just didn’t know it has happened before!! Renee tries to take me out with the slides.. I swear she is up to no good sometimes 😄
@captainkirk8806 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks Our Stinky Slinky stuff is in a bin in the bedroom slide. So i was out there getting things out when she started opening it. It wasn't moving that fast but it was funny trying to back up as she was open it.
@marielailer4237 Жыл бұрын
Hysterical. Remember doing all these things.
@charisma-hornum-fries 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah. Asking for or receiving help is just about as human as can be. And I just love your humor.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Charisma! Thank you so much for your wonderful support, you hit the nail on the head 😊 Are you living the RV life??
@nsbderm 3 жыл бұрын
As a fellow nurse, I am proud you guys are representing us. Keep up good work. God bless
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Wow Jason, thank you so much!! This means everything to us 😃 We are really happy to meet you What specialty of nursing do you work in? Are you currently living the RV life?
@nsbderm 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks I spent 5 years in ICU, then became a dermatology nurse practitioner. My wife and I are both NPs. We have devoted the last 10 years fighting for autonomy in private practice for nurse practitioners in Florida. In 2013 We became the first 100% APRN owned Dermatology medical clinic. We spent years fighting the laws and hurdles for NPs. We are so happy for or practice and our profession. In 8 short years we became one of the biggest dermatology practices in florida. However, it has been exhausting. We recently bought an RV and will be traveling soon. I look forward to watching and laughing with you guys.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Wow that is absolutely incredible Jason! You guys are goals! Congrats to both of you on your success 😊 I couldn't imagine the amount of dedication and perseverance you guys had to endure to get where you are with your practices. Thank you both so much for the kind words and support. We are so happy we can bring some entertainment 🙂 What kind of RV did you recently purchase?
@nsbderm 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHankswe bought a 2021 class A. 38ft Holiday rambler. I had absolutely no clue on driving that big bad girl. We purchased in January of this year and have had her out 5 times for weekends . We are in our mid 40s and the business is on cruise control which will allows us the financial freedom to roam for a month every two months or so . Dude your videos are fire! You guys are hilarious enjoy every minute! Keep em coming
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
@@nsbderm That is so awesome!! Our friend has a Holiday Rambler, they are great :) Wow, you guys are definitely doing it the right way. Financial freedom is HUGE. We are also debt free, so we really can appreciate healthy financial indpendence hehe! #daveramsey We can't thank you enough for the support, we want to keep it real and fun! Thank you so much Jason, we hope we can meet ya'll soon out on the road 😃
@captainmac9929 3 жыл бұрын
Being a “newbie” myself, even with the EXTENSIVE research I did before even buying my rig, I always learn some new item, or a new way of doing something, that helps tremendously! Thanks!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey there! It's so great to meet you 😃 👋🏼 Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great comment, we appreciate your support! Yes, the RV life never ceases to teach any of us something new LOL What kind of RV are ya traveling in??
@captainmac9929 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a new Keystone Cougar 22MLS. Kind of a “couples” camper, but it’s just me, so many of your cooperative techniques between the two of you are being performed all by yours truly, lol. It does change things up a bit.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey that’s awesome you are jumping into the RV life! That’s going to be a great adventure for you 😃 so what got ya purchasing an RV in the first place? One man show, I like it! Sometimes it can be complicated with multiple people if you are not good at communication. At least you know exactly what needs to be done out on the road 😎🙌🏼
@captainmac9929 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks I’d been looking at going full time since before I retired, but when I finally did I got a seasonal job at Yellowstone National Park for two years. After that I got back on the horse and started looking again. Finally found the right one. Will hit the road full time this fall I think.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
That’s fantastic! We can’t wait to hear all about your progression towards the full time lifestyle 🙂 keep us updated on things, we would love to hear from you again Also feel free to reach out anytime we can be of help with answering questions 😃 we are here for you
@jasonm2006 2 жыл бұрын
We had to come back to this video and say THANK YOU!!! The idea of using the pvc and marking it for your slides is....GENIUS!! We have used this trick and it is AWESOME..thank you again.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Love it!! Thanks for stopping by again! We love getting any kind of feedback on all our content!
@shawnalderson9065 4 ай бұрын
The good part is that with experience, it gets much faster and easier. On the flip side, when you get to that point, it can get a little easier to overlook something. Great video
@amypletcher4411 2 жыл бұрын
This video of hook up for newbies was fantastic!! The intro was just like our first time!! Thank goodness the RV park was not full. It was the end of April or mid April for our first! Plus, love the pvc pipe to tip because we have 3 slides on our new 5th wheel. Used new to us!! We had a travel trailer before with no slides. Our steps are Solid Steps but do have leveling legs. I really like the Moryde. Will get someday but not important enough to spend the money.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and sharing!
@lancecourtney3900 3 жыл бұрын
I recommend hooking up the sewer line to to campground fitting before the RV. That way if the RV line leaked and you take the cap off you can quickly attach the hose and route the leakage to the campground system. You two were great.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Lance!! This is such a great idea, thank you so much for sharing with us 😃 it’s great to meet you by the way, what kind of RV are you rocking on the road?
@lancecourtney3900 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks We have had an Airstream,truck camper,tent trailer,24 foot travel trailer,36’ class A and 2 class C RV’s of which we have one.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Holy moly! You guys must have so much experience in the RV world 😃🙌🏼 this is so awesome to hear, we are so happy for you guys! We look forward to catching up with you more soon Lance, stay in touch 😀👋🏼
@Bill-fx8gq 3 жыл бұрын
“It’s official “ your channel is the must see, don’t miss, see every video channel. Thanks you two are a best to watch. Hope my comments help!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Bill!! Thank you so much for this 😁Your comments helps so greatly and we really enjoy hearing from you! Thank you for your continued support, you rock!! - Kyle and Renee
@trevorb3521 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea with the slide-outs ruler thingy. As an owner of a new trailer with slides this is very helpful!
@stahpit1971 3 жыл бұрын
WOW! Great acting.. Kept me watching for a full 42 seconds. That's a new record for me. Thanks for posting love that RV.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! We really appreciate your support 😊🙌🏼 Hope you have a wonderful weekend, hope to talk again soon with you!
@davidfrenchman3022 2 жыл бұрын
I recommend that you run the water before you hook up the water to make sure there's no bugs inside the faucet because any bug would immediately clog up your water filtering system
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your insight David! We appreciate your support and hope to hear from you again 😃👍🏼
@chrischapman276 2 жыл бұрын
Now serious... The tips you've done here are absolutely PERFECT Every RV dealer should make this video a mandatory watch for anyone new purchasing an RV. Perfect . Thorough. Very detailed with emphasis on the important things. Maybe left out the Don't Open The Black Tank Valve While Glamping until full or leaving.,. Good job
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris and you are so right!
@yrbadself Жыл бұрын
My wife and I are just thinking about buying an RV. These are a number of little things that I had not even thought of. Thank you.
@TheTropics4 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome and thorough video! I'm a super newbie going to buy my very 1st RV this summer and watching your fun and very informative videos makes me feel so much better! Thank you! 🥰
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
This is so awesome to hear! We are so happy for you! 🤗🤗❤️ What kind of RV are you rocking out on the road??
@NinetyOneAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
I learn so much from you guys and laugh hysterically in the process. If my teachers would have taught like you guys I would know all the things LOL!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness, this means so much to us!! 🥰 seriously, you rock!! Thank you so much! Much love from the Hanks family 😃🙌🏼
@toddsnyder5135 Жыл бұрын
yeah trailer camping involves a lot of work, you nailed it! this video reminds me how great traveling and camping in a Class A motorhome is.
@rayduke7433 3 жыл бұрын
So true, especially with backing up.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Ray! Your support means so much to us 🙂👍🏼 Do you currently have any big upcoming vacations or trips planned?
@jessicaneal3483 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, the beginning is hilarious and spot on!!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Jessica!! 😃🙌🏼 It's so great to hear from you! Do you currently own an RV?
@sharonalfaro4424 3 жыл бұрын
Haha I read this before it started and I am DECEASED🤣🤣🤣💀
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha!! Love hearing this Sharon 😄So glad that you enjoy the sense of humor! Are you living the RV life??
@donhanscom7309 2 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel yesterday but I love it, love that sense of humor you both put into the videos at times and yet Kyles shift into serious mode isn't such a dry, no nonsense change very informative when you need to be and yet that humor is still there under the surface. I'm going to hit that subscribe button now and then I'll start getting caught up, going back to your first video and working my way forward I suspect it will take me a few months to get caught up LOL. Keep them coming.. and thank you.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Don!! We really appreciate your kindness and great feedback 😀 Keep these comments coming on other videos, it helps to support us so greatly!! Thank you for all you do Don. Are you living the RV life??
@KyaSimonsLife 2 ай бұрын
Thankyou sooo much & the PV pipe to check the slides is brilliant!!! 👍🏻👍🏻
@DailyDriver. Жыл бұрын
Loving the hook up tips. This video is gold! I’ve been watching all your stuff since I found you a week ago. Love your video! It’s like having friends who do what me and my fiancé want to do in a few years
@rcud1 3 жыл бұрын
If your fortunate to have a sewer hookup, thats usually the one you need to be sure to be close enough to. You usually have more water hose and long enough electric to connect those.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Truer words were never spoken 🙂 Thank you for this! Tell us about yourself, what's your name? Do you currently own an RV?
@BillandKelleyAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you posted earlier I'm not in bed haha. Backing in is our stressful time. I (Kelley) have learned I just walk away and let him back in that works best. Unless he asks for my help on a blind back-in. Our snap pads are awesome.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Backing in can still be stressful for us, especially after hitting stuff twice! Thanks for watching, glad you caught you before bed!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Yes Zachary, we like to do the same. Sometimes less words is better lol
@davidlogan7216 2 жыл бұрын
We've camped for 42 years. Started as tenters, then pop-up and now we are in our third year with our Travel Trailer. 2 first-year mistakes. 1: we forgot to raise the tongue jack and bent it to about a 45-degree angle on our first trip. As you said, never rush!!! 2: I was checking the roof of our slide out to be sure there were no sticks or other debris on it before closing it. Forgot the ladder I was on and closed the slider. The ladder was stronger than the trim on the slider so for the rest of the season, the trim was bent. No impact on operation but who wants their new RV dinged up. Another thing we learned is that with a travel trailer putting down the rear jacks before disconnecting the trailer just won't work, same for hooking up to leave. You have a lot of good ideas that I am planning on following up with. Thanks, Hank.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Oh wow, appreciate you sharing all of this!
@therealvinnyb690 3 жыл бұрын
Since we are new to the fifth wheel world, this is a great video. This answered several question I had. Thanks very much. Plug in early and do not put the steps down till after level! Got it. Thanks. I love the idea of stopping before you get to the campsite. Especially since Diane is not using any bushes! Hahaha. Keep up the good videos, you guys are great.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Vinny you are so awesome for sharing this 😊Lol yes!! We can't blame Diane for not using any bushes 🤣We appreciate you both so much, be safe and have a great weekend - Kyle and Renee
@biglemms 3 жыл бұрын
One "take" on Dexter's answer? Impressive.... #thanksHanks
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! It's so nice to hear from you! What's your name by the way? 🙂
@DirectCurrent4u 3 жыл бұрын
One thing that I would recommend is a good pair of Trailer chalks that go between the trailer tires. (scissor type) They will lock Your trailer solid and will not let it move at all. You can also lock them if You like.I put mine on before ever unhitching my Trailer. Hope this will help someone. 😎👍
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
We couldn’t agree more with you! We have some X-Chocks and we absolutely love them 🙂🙌🏼 We definitely appreciate your inside tips, we hope to hear from you again on other videos as well!! You mean so much 🙂
@kathleendowling1698 3 жыл бұрын
So glad to watch your video's, I too am a retired ER nurse, my kinda people!!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey!! That's great! Any plans to jump into the RV life? Thank you for watching! ~Renee & Kyle
@budlamy3870 3 жыл бұрын
I laughed uncontrollably as you show how it goes the first couple times you go camping! The only thing you left out that happened to us was downpouring rain while trying to park it! More than once too! Lolololol! Love the cat, we have two with us. I took a sip of beer every time you said “level” and now I can’t stand up! I’m subscribing!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Bud! Thank you so much!! I know, we totally forgot that infamous downpour of rain 🤣Yes!! Have a beer for us lol We really appreciate your support! What are your cats names? What kind of RV do ya'll travel in? 🙂
@valc8758 3 жыл бұрын
ROFL!! Well done, well done, sir.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Val you are the best 😊
@camptimecreative5713 Жыл бұрын
I think this is one of the first videos I watched and now my wife and I are starting RV Life! We've been researching for a few months now but we made the decision and are taking the leap in January!
@fredHopeBC Жыл бұрын
Hey Hanks family, I just sold my house today. My dream of r v living full-time is finely about to happen. First I have to buy the rv then a truck . My brother is dying of cancer and sadly will not last much longer.. We are all getting together so he can dye at my sisters with family, surrounded with love. I live in Canada and plan on a lot of boondocking. I am alone in life Human wize but do have 5 chihuahuas and a soon to be 25 year old umbrella cockatoo. I am planning on buying a rv lot for a home base. I will have to learn how to edit and hope to share our journey. Sure enjoy your chanal. Fred in Canada 🇨🇦
@honeybee2356 Жыл бұрын
Awesome! I'm considering the same since we lost the apartment, what do we really have to lose? I say more to gain hmm 😊
@honeybee2356 Жыл бұрын
@@fredHopeBC blessings to your family 🙏🏼 ♥
@doratheexplorerbegins 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Very informative but fun at the same time.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey! So glad you enjoyed, we always try to keep it fun! Thanks for watching 😃 ~Renee & Kyle
@taylorgraffam3662 3 жыл бұрын
The wife and I are getting ready to go full time. You guys are great
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Taylor!! That is so awesome to hear 😃🙌🏼 we are happy for you guys! What kind of RV will y’all be full timing in?
@larrymiller8210 2 жыл бұрын
I went back in time. No wonder I love you guys. You are so lucky to have Nay Nay!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Larry!
@meshallpoole101 Жыл бұрын
Great content and very informative. I happen to run across your channel while doing research on RV life. I am a nurse as well that will be traveling to different locations in a 5th Wheel Great tips!
@MellowNomadicAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Love the intro to this video! You all are funny and make this entertaining to watch! #ThanksHanks Great tips for setting up your campground! -Marshall 🎸
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey, thanks Marshall!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Marshall! Carl and Ney Ney here 😃We just wanted to reach out and see how you have been doing? Any big adventures for you recently? We hope you are staying safe. Anyways, have a great night!! 😊👋🏼
@HelloWorldRobnLisa Жыл бұрын
Fantastic idea/hack with the marked PVC pipe to confirm you have enough room to put out your slides. We took it one step further, and just used the "RV Broom" and put color electrical tape for the two slide lengths. We will use this "hack" from now on as long as we are traveling. Thanks again for sharing that idea!!!
@HappilyEverHanks Жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@derrybrant5505 2 жыл бұрын
Before you start to hook up your water you should turn the valve on for a few moments for any settlement that may be in there come out it will help save on your filter and make it last a little longer
@PurpleCollarLife 3 жыл бұрын
Kyle and Renee - these are all excellent tips. I also consider this an excellent reminder video for those of us who park the camper for winter storage and are just getting it back out for the first camping of the summer. Nice job. #thankshanks #purplecollarlife. P.S. love those braids!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this, it means so much to us 🤗You definitely bring smiles to our faces 🙂- Kyle and Renee #MuchLove
@n1uno1965 3 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your easy explanations. You’re a joy to watch! Keep up the great job 🖖🏻👍🏻🙏🏻😘
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
So great to hear from you again 😊 Thank you so much for the continued support, much love to you!! 🤗 - Kyle and Renee
@PeaceChanel Жыл бұрын
Thank You Everybody for All that you are doing for our Planet Earth.. Peace Shalom Salam Namaste 🙏🏻😊🌈✌☮❤🕊
@marcelcaruana6891 3 жыл бұрын
Love all your videos! It hits home on some of the crazy things we have gone through. Keep up the great work and see you next week.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out Marcel! Your support means a lot to us 😊 What kind of RV are you traveling in Marcel?
@Ournotsoperfectlife 3 жыл бұрын
Love that fancy shot of the walkies!!! Did you guys just get em?? Why don’t you want the steps down?? Come on, you can just drag em a little like we did 🤪😉😅
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey guys! No, those are our old walkie talkies, we need to get some yet lol Hopefully one day! Do you guys use walkie talkies on the road? oh no! Hopefully that didn't do damage 😱It happens so fast right? You forget one small step and then BAM the RV life is knocking us over the head haha!
@douglaskee9715 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the info! Just something we like to when backing in a space, Bluetooth headphones for both of you then the driver is hands free to just maneuver without trying to key the mic on the radio. That’s is just us, not saying it’s better!!!! We are so used to using those because we are both retired truckers. Please don’t think less of us!!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
No not at all Douglas! We really appreciate your insight! You both must have so much experience with backing up rigs 😃 you guys have a lot of knowledge, thank you for sharing! What kind of RV are y’all traveling in?
@douglaskee9715 3 жыл бұрын
We have a 38’ 5wheel, Keystone, Avalanche. We just love it! It’s also the first rv we have owned. We have been fulltime since last August. It’s been fun ride looking to do this many more years.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
That is so amazing!! Love that y’all are full time and enjoying life to the fullest. We hope we can meet up with ya out on the road sometime soon 😃 congrats to you on the beautiful rig by the way, love hearing about this! Keep us updated on your adventures
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Douglas! Renee and Kyle here 🙂👋🏼We are checking in on you to see how things have been for you guys? Are you guys still enjoying the full time RV life?? You had mentioned the Keystone Avalanche before, it sounds like a great set-up you guys have!! We hope you guys are doing well
@tammyashley3816 3 жыл бұрын
Just bought a 2011 36.5 foot Laredo fifth wheel. It has a brand new eight thousand dollar roof. It's all oak inside. It has three slide outs. The man I bought it from is sadly dying of cancer. He sold it to me for $10,000. We're all set up and I'm loving it. We have our 2 big black kitties with us. The trailer was appraised at $43,000. I love it.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Tammy!! This is so amazing, we are really happy for you!! It sounds like an absolutely beautiful rig 😊Congrats to you guys! What are the name of your kitties?😻Are ya'll going to be full timing in the new rig?
@tammyashley3816 3 жыл бұрын
@@HappilyEverHanks We are loving it. The kitties names are Shadow and Jackson. I've only had my rig for 10 days and I'm already addicted. Love it.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
I love the names of your kitties! That is so amazing to hear!! You are totally rocking it Tammy!! Keep these great comments coming, we really hope to hear from you again soon in other videos 🤗
@lcaryfrog 3 жыл бұрын
Great advice about eat a snack and empty bladder before attempting to set up at the camp site. Never heard that one but it’s priceless!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
LOL thank you so much for your amazing support! Yes we have been stuck in those scenarios many times looking for food or trying to empty the bladders 😂 What’s your name by the way? Are you currently living the RV life?
@timlord4172 3 жыл бұрын
The Anderson leveling block is a life saver on some of the out of level sites for my 32’ Travel Trailer! I did notice that you don’t run the water through your fresh water hose prior to connecting to your RV, I have learned over time that you might be surprised what may crawl into your hose or filters while traveling. I know that I was lol. Fantastic info guys and very entertaining adding your personal touch to the material. Take Care.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
That's such a great tip, thanks for sharing! Hopefully people will read through the comments and get all these bonus tips! Thank you and have a great weekend 😃
@mikealdrich7279 2 жыл бұрын
I always connect my hose to itself when not in use to avoid things getting inside. I still run the water before connecting though
@donny2243 3 жыл бұрын
I always leave my chains hooked up while coming off the hitch. Just a little tip to keep your trailer from running away!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome tip Donny! Like that a lot, great extra safety precaution 😀👍🏼 What model of rig are ya rocking out on the road?
@donny2243 3 жыл бұрын
We have the 2020 Transcend by grand design. 30ft bumper pull so that I can haul my golfcart in the bed of the truck. We are not full time but love every second we get in it!
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
That is so awesome to hear! So happy to hear that you are part of the grand design family! 😀🙌🏼 We hope we can continue hearing from you!!! Take care Donny 😎👋🏼
@CampgroundViews Ай бұрын
This video was so helpful and made me smile! Thanks Guys!
@HappilyEverHanks Ай бұрын
We appreciate you taking the time to watch our videos. We are so happy to hear that they can be of some help ❤️
@Mreese1719 2 жыл бұрын
Love you guys just bought a sporttrek touring 2022 37ft travel trailer......first time rv'r.....im watching this video over and over...
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations! We’ll see ya out on the road! Thanks for your support!
@chuckchillson2877 3 жыл бұрын
Iv actually backed in perfectly straight with a cement patio got perfectly level and after unhooking realized my fold down steps hit the patio now I check every time
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Ugh! Yes all it took was one time for us to start checking that too! Thanks for watching and sharing! 😃 ~Renee & Kyle
@Memphisgirl-jk5tq 3 жыл бұрын
I love your energy. What a wonderful couple. Have a super day.
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your wonderful support! It’s so great to meet you 😃👋🏼 what’s your name by the way? Are you currently living the RV life?
@thedocochoco 2 жыл бұрын
VERY INFORMATIVE! Thank you! My family used to own a huge RV park near Gunnison CO so I used to help park RV’s but that was along time ago. I’m getting ready to go fulltime RV’ing so it is a great video to refresh my mind. THANKS!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Ralph!! This is wonderful to hear, we are so happy for you!! Are you still in the Colorado area currently? We love Colorado 🙂 When are you hoping to start you fulltime journey by?
@eileenb1855 Жыл бұрын
I just chuckle... It reminds me hearing my "Farmer Bro" sharing camping neighbors always grin when they drive into camp ground with their 5th wheel/truck. Since he can "park on a dime"...anywhere!!! With all the 'toys' in the back too so it's considering so many things first moment there...space, slideouts, room for truck, space for outside sitting, hookups, etc. He always wins bets! 😉
@RVCruisin 3 жыл бұрын
I had such a crappy day and your video made it all go away. Way to crack me up Hanks! Love you guys. Rep re sent a tive 🤣🤣🤣
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Michele!! You make us feel so happy reading your comment 😊🙌🏼 thank you so much for your support, we hope your crappy day gets much better. Cheers to a better one tomorrow for you ❤️ Much love to you Michele - Renee and Kyle
@stevensutton-gordon2932 3 жыл бұрын
This video came up on my recommendations and even though I have been camping for a few years, this was still fun to watch! Go Grand Design! :D
@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Steven!! Thank you so much 😃 are you part of the Grand Design family as well? What kind of model do you have?
@NoWay-xu1ie 2 жыл бұрын
Lots of very good info. A place we go for the winter has all the hook ups at the back of the lot that are 90' deep. So I stretch out my 50' cord and water hose then finish backing till they can be hooked up. And still let my steps be able to stay on the patio when unhooked.. Also before fastening the water hose to the camper I run some water thru especially when using that blue filter. It cleans out the excess carbon. And make sure I'm getting clean water. I also run water in the camper to get the air out and make sure the water heater is full before turning on .. And that it's not in bypass after being winterized. It happened 1 time . We also have a 1/2 tank of water in case we loose water pressure. And it has happened more than once.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike! Thank you so much for your amazing support and taking the time to write out this great information for us and everyone reading 😃That is a great idea with running water through the hose and water filter, we will start incorporating this habit into our set up! What kind of RV are you traveling in?? Are you part time or full time on the road?
@helennewsham5633 2 жыл бұрын
We are new to RVing so your videos really help with the anxiety I am having!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 жыл бұрын
This is so fantastic to hear Helen!! We are so excited for you guys 😃🙌🏼 What kind of RV are you guys traveling in?
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