RV Renovation & Budget UPDATE + First Road Trip in Our NEW CAR!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- It's been months since we've done anything but work on the RV, so we're hitting the road and finally taking a vacation! 🚙💨 It's our first road trip in our new car and we're so excited to travel and hang out in nature. Don't worry though, we'll be back working in the RV soon enough! In the meantime, here’s a bit of a status and budget update - now's your chance to find out just how much we've spent so far 😳💸
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We're Eric & Allison and we're on a journey to find the most interesting places and unique foods this planet has to offer! We've traded in our steady paychecks and permanent home for a life of travel and adventure. Come along and see the world with us!
Don't even joke about giving up on the RV. I'm in love with the renovation series.
I was about to say the same thing
From Trent and Allie channel. Seal the floor for rodents before finishing the floor. Looks great so far.
Great idea - no rodents!!!
Balsam fir oil packets also keep the rodents away. I buy mine on eBay and use them on my '63 Avalon toaster and '65 Airstream Tradewind 24
On eBay search for "cab botanicals rodent repellent"
Lmao somebody else follows both too. Kara and Nate as well? Those are my 3!
Caitlin Boycher they are my 3 as well :) oh and winging it with ash (now way away is finished)
From the Kara & Nate channel, "Don't look for gas leaks with a lighter".
Dave Bones 🙌😂
When Nate said that disclaimer at the beginning of that video I literally said out loud WTF!? I’m not the brightest crayon, but I know not to check for gas leaks with a lighter. 😆
Yep. That one was a classic do not try this at home or anywhere. Ever. 😳😳😂😂
B Thompson Nate isn’t the brightest guy, if you’ve seen enough of their videos. He has made a ton of preventable errors, usually coz he’s either too stingy or just too dumb and overconfident.
@@sugreev2001 No-one who can figure out how to travel the world like they did, is dumb. I like Nate and Kara. I think he's young and just hasn't learned things you and I take for granted.
We are in a 15 foot vintage camper. We are 3/4 time RVers and just got back from Niagra Falls,New York. Heading up to the UP in Michigan. Our rig is usually sitting among enormous Class As and 5th wheels. There is NOTHING that would make us want to go bigger. We can set up or tear down in 15 minutes...including our checklists! We are encouraged as we’ve had many driving the huge rigs tell us they love our little camper and “hope we REALLY like each other!” So far, so good! ♥️ Thanks for the review. This kind of rig will never be in the realm of possibility for us.
I am also renovating an older travel trailer that a friend gave me. As a 65 yr old woman I have absolutely NO skills...your videos are encouraging me! My "Tin Can Cabin" sits on vacant land I own, so no power out there. I bought myself a small inverting gas generator to run a fan and power tools. I have run into most of the issues you two have, except that I have ALOT of critter issues as well. Hopefully after I finish the tear out, I can seal them out! Thank you, so glad I found you! Looking forward to the next video! Stay well!
Oh no! Sorry to hear about the pesky critters. :( Other than wasps, spiders, and mosquitoes, we luckily haven't had any issues with living things (so far). 😳Hang in there!
Remember to add two holes in roll out refrigerator's outer wall so it can circulate air properly.
Your computer diagram design doesn't show them.
Just a little tip from experience...when you have the engine work done make ABSOLUTELY SURE to wrap any electrical wires that are located near or even around the exhaust headers with insulation wrap. Under an extreme pull those babies get cherry RED hot. I suffered an extreme electrical fire that traveled all the way into the drivers compartment under the dash....it got really really bad..smoke and toxic fumes....so make sure you check and add insulation under the engine cover....it makes it quieter and cooler in the cab.......BEST Wishes Always.
Oh my word! So sorry to hear that. :( Thanks for the tip - we definitely want to avoid any chance of that!
If you are switching from a carburetor to an EFI set-up (good choice) you should check out Holley.com and look at some of their factory refurbished Holley "Sniper" EFI self tuning kits. You can get them in the $700 range, easy bolt on swap from a carburetor, they have a simple 4 wire hookup (battery Positive/Negative/ignition switch/RPM), comes with new fuel lines and a clamp on oxygen sensor, has a built in fuel pressure regulator so you don't have to plumb one in, it has a touchscreen control that you use to answer a few basic questions about what engine you have and then it tunes itself as you drive. You could actually do the swap yourself in your driveway in a couple hours (and have another reno Vlog to show!). Better MPG, cold weather starting, and responsiveness which is great for traffic in an RV. Great job on the reno so far BTW.
Eric & Allison,
I've been following this series since the beginning and have been excited to see the finished product whether the RV is engulfed in flames haha or on the road with that new engine that "runs like a kitten!"
Yall are doing great!! I know the frustrations of what yall are going through, but just remember how much more you'll appreciate the RV in the end!
I'm currently building a Camper trailer that originally started out like your RV, whereas every turned over section explored turned into a disaster... But then I demo'd the whole camper and have been transferring over to a steel structure with wooden walls recessed within.
It's coming along is all i can say haha.
I look forward to watching the many more videos within the series!
Cheers
We just started watching your videos about your renos. You guys are great and sure seem to be professionals. We bought a old rv and are redoing it to meet our needs. We took out the double bed and used the cabinet base for a twin bed. It's perfect. My wife has to sleep in a recliner so we took out the couch and put in a oversize recliner. The bathroom is too small so I took out part of a wall to expand it. Its coming along good. Looking forward to our first trip in a couple weeks. Take care and thanks for the great videos.
Glad to see you are taking a break, you deserve it! You are probably planning a layout and I’m sure you already know all these things so I’m just going to remind you. Some things to consider: make sure to have a table of some sort that is always accessible, it just makes things easier. Consider a portable generator instead of a permanent one (and maybe propane instead of gas so you don’t need to carry around containers of gas). Plan the RV for the two of you and not for when you have guests. Let the guests get their own accommodations. Spend a little more to get a really good, comfortable mattress. Make your cushion/ furniture upholstery covers out of high grade material that is water repellant, fade resistant and durable. Stick with plainer materials for the cushions/upholstery so you can easily change/freshen your decor with accessories. A shower that has a somewhat deep pan (4”-6”) and can work as a shallow bathtub comes in handy for a lot of things. Do install a good vent fan with a rain guard, it reduces the need for AC. Also, consider some type of perimeter cameras for safety. Happy trails!
Thanks so much for all the awesome recommendations!
Never ever ever give up on the RV. Renovating it isn't a race, take your time and accept it will take as long as it takes and when it is ready it will be the most perfect RV, unique to and ready to take you on new adventures and making memories. I just love this
I've just purchased a 1988 Fleetwood Tioga Montara 21Ft (Chevy G30 chasis) and I'm starting on the mechanical (engine/powertrain) before doing anything else. As I'm not a mechanic, it is at an autoshop being looked at and worked on for road safety (required for registration) and then I'll be getting the RV systems checked and fixed, and THEN I will start looking into gutting/rebuilding (probably waiting until later in the fall or winter). I've been watching your videos with much trepidation (especially the over-cab rebuild portion) and really hoping I don't find what you did in the teardown. Thank you for sharing the journey and Really looking forward to it.
Oh how cool! We looked at some amazing Tioga's - glad you seemed to have found a keeper. We'll definitely keep our fingers crossed that you don't find anything like we did either. 😅🤞Best of luck with the rebuild!
Our hats are off to you guys. We would have cut our losses long ago. Excited to see the finished product! Enjoy your vacation!
I love this supporting local and the farm looks so cute! Cant wait to see what is in store for your farm to table dinner! Enjoy your mini vaca!
The RV is going to be so cool. Can't wait to see the finished product.
I just bought a 1965 travel trailer a week ago. Today was the first day I was able to start working on her. A lot of the demo was already complete from the previous owners, but I definitely had an "Oh my god, what have I done?!" moment today. I'm so glad I found your channel, and can't wait to follow along with your renovation!
Haha! You'll probably have a few more of those moments, but hang in there! The good will almost definitely outweigh the bad 😅
I just wanna know how much money you have spent on alcohol since you started working on this project 😁
I just bailed out on the 05 dutchmen 31ft travel trailer I had bought for a restoration/rentovation project. Good thing I don't drink, lol. Seems like everytime I finished one thing I found another area needed serious repair.... It was my 3rd project trailer and since I am fresh off chemo and radiation,(not 100% as of yet), it was a bit more than I could handle alone... All's good though as I'm already looking for number 4 project..lol
Old man living vicariously thru you two keep up the good work think you two are great and love marvin
Regarding your cabinet for your refrigerator, make sure that it has ventilation holes to allow circulation around where the cooling fans of the refrigerator are located. Otherwise, the refrigerator will be working overtime and consume way too much energy.
Every time Alison claps her hands in coffee excitement I think of Kathy Burke in the sitcom "Gimme Gimme Gimme"! 😂
I’m glad you explained the blurry stuff. I was checking my gear to see if something was wrong.
I actually thought my right eye was having a serious problem.
I was thinking the same thing
I literally took my glasses off like 3 times and tried to clean them like wtf is going on?!
Same...
oh no...not my good eye....lol
@@debl8727 🤣🤣😂😂
Longer videos please!! Two uploads a week and short videos are killing me!!
I can’t wait till y’all are finished!! You will have a happy life. Even through the bad. ❤️ y’all
I'm looking back on some of the other videos and you're talking about building the cabinet for the refrigerator in the walls and it's fun to know you've already done that and it looks so great you have the patience of Jobe you too
Tsunamis are tidal waves, typhoons are downpours. I think you meant to say typhoon. I can totally relate to needing to get away. We did our anniversary getaway and went to the beach for 3 nights. It was definitely worth it. Have fun!
Keep up the good work. You have done such a good job. Your channel is number #1.
You guys truly are my happy place and we all need that right now...thank you 🤗
I just love watching you guys. Your attitudes are infectious. I've been a carpenter for 48 years so I get a kick out of this. I can't believe you got 3 grand in materials already. Anyway keep up the good work 😉
I feel like you all have really upped your video intro game during quarantine! Loved this one!
10:47 *Eric:* "It is *_proper_* storming out here ..."
This is the first time I've heard an American use "proper" like that. You sound proper British - haha!
He also says cheeky!
Just recently started watching your channel when you bought the RV. Love your videos already and it's cool you live so close to my hometown of Cape Girardeau, MO! Good luck with the renovation 👌
Yay!!! My two favorite people on the planet!😁(other than my family) Y'all are THE best👍 Keep enjoying the journey💙💜
Consider a straight forward engine and transmission swap. More modern low mileage wrecked RV's aren't too uncommon. With a little patience and some local help, maybe some sponsorship? you might do very well.
Deluk, agreed instead of putting money into the old push rod V8 updating to a modern engine would give them a lot of reliability and fuel efficiency!
Re the RV- get the mechanicals & watertight integrity done first. Aesthetics can come later.
You're right, but in my case the aesthetics NEVER come.
Yes, I'm one of those people with the primered muscle car... for 10 years.
Me! I just get the impression that they are in a completely different dimension to me! All I see at the moment is the mayhem,murder, disruption, corona virus, and this couple just swan on as if there is absolutely nothing going on! I’m just totally amazed. What world are they on and can I come and join them!! I am just so jealous. By the way. I’m 79 and really enjoy what they are doing!
Thanks for the RV status update! I’m glad you’re taking a break at that lovely farm. I live in Knoxville and have been experiencing some of those same TN summer downpours. Stay dry and enjoy your visit to the Volunteer State! 🐐
Maybe you have already got to it by the time the video uploaded but really check the waste tank. Our camper was almost like new even though it was 10 years old. The husband died the month after they bought it and they only went in it 1 time . It sat for 10 years under a carport in Fla. Well after having it all running well dry rot got into the plastic. It might be better just to buy a new tank.
It's a long way off yet I guess but It might be worth considering putting a solar panel powered inverter for the electrics.
I dont know if it would be needed depending what electrics are fitted but at least if you are going to areas with no electric it could charge the battery for say the fridge and TV
Please don't give up the RV! It's too interesting and fun to watch! 😁
I hope you guys are watching Humble Road, the best van builder I've seen on TH-cam!
I feel that you need to live in the RV for some time before you can figure out what you really need and where to put things. Just live out of some plastic drawer units and a folding table and chairs for awhile.
Great progress you two! Keep up the hard work. Caroline and I underestimated the amount of work our renovation would take and ours wasn't nearly like yours. But sooooo rewarding!
So I actually met the owners of that ranch in Houston like 10 years ago! Great guys and can’t wait to see the next video!
Really like watching your videos! Very well made! Fun!!!
What a project you have taken on. It will be awesome when it is done. One tip I have been adding window tint to our windows to help with the heat. It has helped a lot.
Everybody needs a little time away. Y'all enjoy!
Slow and steady wins the race. No doubt you'll get the RV done. Enjoy the challenge and all the learning!
Also, ever thought of renaming/calling urselves "The Endless RVenture" (until it's done)?
Ok first, what was the meal you made? It looked like gnocchi. But I just want to thank you guys for making a very stressful day a lot less stressful with your video and your upbeat charm ❤❤❤. Can't wait to see the video tour of the farm! Keep up the great work!!!
Looks like you've got plenty of company with the RV building - it seems like everyone's hopping on the RV bandwagon these days! 😃
Look into a overdrive unit for your transmission, It will boost your mpg a lot, more than the EFI possibly
Glad to see y’all taking a little trip! Still enjoying the videos and look forward to them each week.
What a cute weekend hideaway! I’ve followed you for so long now and I almost feel like a proud distant Auntie 🤣 You are doing great and I’m really impressed with all you have accomplished on the RV.
Nice to see you taking a break from the RV. Enjoy your vacation 😎😎
Thanks! We're really enjoying the change of pace, but we sure do miss our power tools 🛠
@@Theendlessadventure 🤣🤣🤣
Not a RV but we bought an old house built in the 60s and we have been renovating bit by bit for like 7 years! Always an adventure lol
So glad you are going to get the engine and transmission done.
RV idea - Build a hidden shower! I've seen and read a lot about the negative aspects of a wet bathroom in smaller RVs. A possible alternative is to build a shower pan that will be "hidden" by a storage closet or some other item that slides over the shower pan when no one is showering (which is most of the time). I saw this idea in a tiny house show (Living Big in A Tiny House). Showers are often "dead space" and having a wet bathroom just seems like an avoidable mess. The challenges is building the sliding storage (or whatever element - seating area[?]) covering the shower pan in a manner that works for an RV. It's fun watching you guys. Safe travels.
Walter Loyola that’s a great idea! Eamon & Bec just built a hidden shower in their new van. This is their third build!
We just replaced the front part of our roof and did some generator maintenance on our 2006 Four Winds. There are so many projects. Just take them one at a time! I love your videos! Enjoy your vacation!
The intro is 🔥 It’s crazy how happy it makes me to see a new video from you guys. And by the way, I followed your tip from the other day and made coffee ice cubes for my iced coffee. 👍🏻
Yesss! So happy to have introduced you to coffee ice cubes...but beware: regular ice cubes will never cut it again. 🚫🧊🚫So glad you're enjoying the renovation!
Sweet! Back on the road again! We're always excited seeing the AirBNBs you guys book because it just lets us know that there's so many different forms of them out there! Gonna send you guys a message once we do stay in our first one using the link you guys always put on the descriptions. So excited! Hope you guys are well and dry! 😁
We're super excited to share our weekend from the ranch - it was tons of fun! We've missed staying in random Airbnbs, so this has been an extra great vacation. Hopefully you have a great first experience 🙌
@@Theendlessadventure can't wait guys! 😁😁😁
Happy to see that you’re taking a well deserved mini break. Enjoy!
You both need some time off from this massive undertaking having no experience in rebuilding a RV. Just remember when designing the interior, balance is the key when the RV is on the road taking a turn. Also if the engine get a rebuild you might want to do the entire drivetrain rebuild because the power from the engine might tear apart the transmission, U-joints and or the rear axle, it happened to me years ago. Both of you are doing great and there is a light at the end and is getting closer. Enjoy the time at the farm and what was the dogs name?
I admire your work. I envy you that you have such a distance to all materials for restoration. I bought a 1996 Ford e350 in Europe. class c. with a leaking roof. I thought that I would have little work, but now I am still far behind you, but I also have to disassemble everything and do it all over again. your structure is wooden and mine is aluminum, and you are an inspiration for my actions. Greetings from Poland
It is looking so good! It's so fun to see the transformation! 😊
I so look forward to seeing your latest adventures. Do you know that both of you are absolutely hilarious? BTW, in the 1960's my parents bought a British RV called Comer. We spent many happy days in campgrounds and beaches in France, where we lived. So, there was no renovation involved, but it provided a really compact cozy space for our little family. As an 8+ year old, I loved it!
So glad you're enjoying the renovation! We are super eager to get on the road and start making memories at campgrounds and beaches too 😁
Watching you guys is definitely one of the highlights of my days... Tnx
keep up with your amazing job on the RV renovation! You're are doing great!
Love watching these and so nice to see two people working together so well. Great entertainment. Keep up the great work
You live in a different world - good for you 🙂
That intro was 10/10. Very creative 😅
Have a blast on your weekend vacation at Tennessee. I do agree that renovation can be very stressful
Nice, yeah you both need to step way from that project for a few for your own sanity. As far as the trans, maybe reaching out to another youtuber may help bring down your cost.
Are You sure You've fixed the floor though? Did You read all the comments on the last video?
Presumably not.... 😖
They read and commented on it but it still looks like the put aluminum over the steel.
I absolutely love your channel. You two are so so inspiring, and fun, yet very respectful. Love the travels, love the RV videos. You really make my day as you put such effort and work into the product. Keep up the great work.
So awesome to see you two back out on the road and doing what you love...sharing very cool places with us! Very nice to see your adventure smiles return. Nothing against the RV videos, love them...but your smiles while exploring are who you guys are and it's very encouraging to see it again! Looking forward to the next one! :)
Thanks, Jimmy! We're really happy to be out exploring for a bit. We're having a blast with the RV, but we've missed adventures on the road 😊
I absolutely love this channel and your adventures. Found you through Kara & Nate and wish I had discovered this years ago. Thanks for bringing some great joy and entertainment right now.
Awesome! Welcome to the adventure 🙌
I love that area. I'm glad your taking a break.
I live close to that area, and my lights were off 7 hours that night thanks to that storm. Cute little place to just hang out for a few days.
Oh no! Sorry to hear that. I can't believe we didn't lose power too...that storm was nuts!
Congratulations on the vacation
We recently bought a 1989 Ford Elite class c. And are pretty much doing everything y'all are doing. If all goes as planned, (does it ever, tho...?) We are hitting the road September 1 for our full time adventures 😎
Every time you show your drawing of your new refrigerator I see the exhaust fans look like they’re going inside a cabinet. I guess you would cut a hole and make sure it vents well because they get warm if your planning on sliding it into the cabinet cover, or?
If I may suggest for your toilet replacement. Go with an electric incinerator toilet.
Hello from Springfield, Great job with the RV and awesome vids! We just bought our 2nd Rv and its a class A, its totally addicting!
You two remind me of my friend's late parents- she always drove!
I’m happy for you two
You two are looking fantastic. Good idea to go on a little road trip and take a break from renovations. You will go back with fresh eyes. 😊
Omg I feel so bad is taking you guys so much time and missing all the adventures 😿 love you guys and good luck!
Small business - so important, Thank You for supporting your local. Foxtrot Coffee surely appreciates it and your coverage. It's great to see rejuvenation efforts in your town. I actively look for ways to support small local companies and hope this could become something to add to your vlogs. Once you finish the Brady Mobile (have you named it yet?) and begin your travels you could seek out the unique small business all over America. Luv U Guys!
Love this place, on my bucket list! Thanks for the find♡♡
Looking forward to this, you deserve it guys 🙏😁
Agreed on the Starbucks comment
Yay! Bittersweet!! Good name !!
Great channel really liking the camper series mark from Bolton England
We have a 1970 coachman too, that we remodeled. Our's is a slide in camper.
Good for you! You deserve a vacation from The RV.
Any idea of the 2nd renovation RV project photo at 4:25 ? Looks like a VW van with a camper put on top. Would love to learn more about that one. Thanks.
Enjoy your short break thoroughly deserved after all the hard work on the RV , admire that you both tackle all these jobs can’t wait to see the finished project. X
I would love to buy an old camper and take trips to Cornwall, the lake district, Scotland etc....unfortunatly I am the worst at DIY, don't know which and of the screwdriver is the twisty end! so thanks for your video so I can live vicariously through yourselves.
Congratulations on dodge durango, good tow options. . .and boondocking. Cant wait to see how rv drives after rebuilt engine. Do like cosy on road atmosphere. . .to catch peaceful times. Good dreamcatcher.
Hey guys, before going for one of those super expensive Dometic cooler/fridges, checkout Will Prowse's youtube channel where he shows how easy it is (and cheaper) to use a dorm size fridge and add extra solar to run it. Compressor fridges like those are the way a lot of RV makers are going too.