How to Back a Travel Trailer RV... Without Yelling
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I'm sure you've heard of the phrase, "Sorry for all the things I said when backing up the RV". It doesn't have to be that way! Backing a travel trailer or 5th wheel RV can be intimidating, but with some practice and a plan, it can become just as easy as driving forward! In this video, we break down how to get comfortable with backing an RV before the pressure is on, communication tips and share three easy steps to get your towable RV into any site!
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We use them mostly for preventing people from parking directly in front of us. If you've seen previous episodes, we usually take a bit of the spot in front of us, but I'm expecting a motorcycle one day! These cones help us claim some space. But they are also good for pulling off on the side of repairs for a flat or repairs.
Awesome job! We have a Charlie to but his name is Jack and he love supervising us to.
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yea- Just wait until you drop one. The bottom plastic doesn't hold up well to pavement and cracks in pieces. We had a couple of those at Central Coast Uplink. one drop is all it took..
MTSU? We live not too far away and our two oldest went there... were you just using the parking lot? Did you boondock, I would love to hear back on that option.”!
Use the US Airforce cargo jet method. The spotter talks constantly. If they stop, you stop. If they stop, they've fallen out.
I'm a retired truck driver and your backing skills are good, I have a suggestion for you that truckers do, turn ur emergency flashers on while u are getting backed in or actually anytime you are backing. It gets people's attention which is a great safety thing.
And a bonus if your backing at night it temporarily lights up the area around the trailer, giving you snapshots to go off of. I use my hazards when backing trailers around my yard at night even
My wife and I pick up our brand new rig tommarrow. We are also brand new at this. I just want to say how greatfull we are for your videos. I grew up on a dairy farm so our whole lively hook was based around driving and backing up rigs even tandem trailers and hay wagons so for me this is all second nature but I thought it was so cool that you both are practicing to get better. I hope I can convince my wife to take a shot at it also. Thanks for all the product tips and taking your time to share with us newbies. God bless you both and please stay safe.
I can relate to this. Grew up on a farm as well. Backing up wagons is a whole different game. One of my proudest moments as a kid was the first time I backed a wagon into our barn. I think I was 12. I have backed a lot of wagons & trailers in my life but it’s been a few years. Taking our 40 foot 5th wheel out this weekend for the first time. Hope it’s like riding a bike. These two are great. One of the best videos I have watched on you tube!
Thank you; perfect timing since we're picking up our first rig this coming weekend.
Awesome video!
As a truck driver I can tell you, Mark your advice is spot on. G.O.A.L Get out and look should be step number 1. The only point I would like to make is if you pull in any where and simply sit for more than 5 or 10 minutes and are not watching the activity behind your rig at all times during your stop break. If you need to back 6 inches don't do it till you, G,O,A,L. The number 1 reason big rig drivers have backing accidents is due to the fact they pull in, get stuck waiting don't know what may have changed behind their rig and crunch goes the trailer into the person who was not thanking like the car that parked behind you in the parking lot.
As for advice for Trish, awesome job backing. One point to imagine or think of, Mark is so right about pulling forward beyond your turn point then angeling the rig in the direction you want to back. The truck has to move for changes in steering to show you the action of how the rig will respond, so keep your foot off the accelerator and cover your break pedal. And last but not least, if at all possible never try what we call blind side backing. Backing where your set up would have you backing to the passenger side of the rig or truck, seasoned truck drivers with 20+ years will tell you this is a dangerous move. It can be done with a great team like the two of you, however alone can quickly turn into major crunch! So if at all possible always always back to the drivers side of the truck. Again thanks for yet another awesome video. Stay safe and Hi from North Carolina.
You guys are awesome. Love this video. Just buying a new truck and RV. Will definitely practice in a local sports field parking lot before trying to back into our driveway. Never driven a pickup size truck, never mind tow an RV. Excited and nervous at the same time. Have backed up a utility trailer with an SUV, but this is a different ballgame. Appreciate the tips you provided and will practice, practice, practice, both of us! Safe travels!
Just purchased a travel trailer….will be watching again….and again….very helpful! Thank you!
Dad taught me how to back up a trailer, an it's easy! Just hold very bottom of steering wheel with one hand. Looking backward, move wheel from bottom every way you want the back of the trailer to move. Want back of trailer to move to it's left, move bottom of steering wheel to left!
Great lesson, that every newbie needs to see. Last year on the day we picked up our first trailer (37.5 Ft. Travel Trailer) I woke up and thought “I should watch a TH-cam video on how to maneuver this thing.” Thank goodness I had some large vehicle experience and found a good video. Yours was even more clear and taught me even more. Thank you, stay safe and healthy. Steve Eastman, Victoria, BC
Thank you for the spotter advise. You hit the nail on the head - I have no idea what to say to direct my very patient husband.
Thanks for the tip on putting your hand @ 6 o’clock for backing up a trailer. It is one I hadn’t heard about. Safe travels when you head out for Nova Scotia.
This was so helpful. Thank
You. I just bought my first RV and am a little intimidated. Your video gave a lot of good pointers that I will be using. 😄
Nice instruction, tips, and demonstration! And I love the bit about people parking right against your rig in the back of the lot, that was funny. I've had that happen :-/
Very Helpful, thank you for taking the time to make this video :-)
Great educational video. Can't wait until next Sunday.
Excellent video. Did you ever get a CDL? Pretty much the same lessons I went through to get a CDL. G.O.A.L. was highly emphasized in training in addition to safety first. Great job.
THANK YOU!!! Very informative and helpful!!!!
Does ur Ford have the Pro Backup system? Re saving the marriage, been there, not good until we started using FRS radios but your suggestions will help us as this weekend we’re taking our new trailer out. We sold #3 over 10 yrs ago, a 40’ Weekend Warrior 5th.
Next time, please provide best practices for backing up when you are a solo traveler......thanks
Put it in R and floor the gas pedal! You have insurance Right?
Nice video.
Everything good. But you just have to go do it. When you can always do it without any help spotter , cameras just you and the mirrors other than to stop you before you hit something. That’s it no help that’s how you get better backing up. Figuring out the problem and backing it in. Now that’s how I Learned driving semi’s. 53’ like you said not sure get out and look. Or you’ll learn what the old trucker saying is stop when it sounds expensive.
My only guideline is : “Don’t let me hit anything!”
I love how much respect you show each other. Thank you for setting a great example to all of us new in our relationships / Marriages.
So Glad that Charlie was Supervising, he always does a good job.
I think he got a little bored, but still better than sitting at home.
I drove professionally for years, and in this video you couldn't of said it any better, for backing up. well done. I always said when in doubt get out. it works..
Yup, after backing 53'rs into docks in Baltimore Md squeezing my 35' 5th wheel is a breeze
Dying!!! I don't know if I'll be able to back in my TT, but you get 1000000 points for the Seinfeld reference and THEN adding the clip!
My wife and I bought our first travel trailer today and brought it straight to our RV storage facility. We had trouble backing into our spot, but thankfully a gentleman (who was patiently waiting for us to park so he could drive around us) helped us out. A lot of the advice and guidance he gave was the same as what you described in this video, particularly about picking out reference points. I’m happy to report that we parked it in one piece!
One thought, try to keep moving (slowly) while turning the the steering wheel so you can immediately observe the reaction of the trailer. If you make adjustments while stationary the initial trailer reaction will be a surprise.
Yes, and that tends to put much less stress on the tires and steering mechanism too (try it in a vehicle with no power steering).
I love the way you guys communicate with each other. Calm, consistent & without information overload. I also appreciate how you praise & encourage good technique without being overly critical of errors. Great example of how learning is accomplished🙏
26 years and we’re still working on that. I too love the way you guys talk to each other.
This is why I’m buying a van. It’s the dogs and me. I have yet to get one of these dogs to answer the phone, and not one of them wants to hit the correct button on a walk-in-talkie. 😀
Please pass along where you found those dogs.
Me too, 3 black labs. But I need space so I will tow a trailer. 🤣🐾🐾🐾 I'm looking for info on solo with no partner to do all this towing and backing in stuff for me or with me. I study trucking videos about cornering and safety. Most if not all, youtubers assume there are 2 of you. Lonely hearts💔 club RVing training? Lol.🤣
@@luannkelly5071 I’m a 78 year old widow that travels alone with a dually and 5th wheel. What works for me is to inspect site on foot and use pylons for reference points. Always. I practiced alot in empty parking lots early on. I also use a spot
Whoops, from inside my truck to judge distance. I open door and looking down, use edge of seat to line up with spot on ground. I’ll step off distance I need to back up and place pylon. I back slowly and when edge of seat matches pylon, I’m where I need to be. Hope this makes sense. I live in a cul-de-sac & have to circle all the way through and then back trailer into spot. I had to be able to back a straight line in order to do that.
After 10 years of teaching Soldiers how to drive in the Army, y’all have given all the same points I gave. It’s a process and Trish hit it on the head with “there is only so much information a student can take in before they have to try it.” Great, and important, video especially for couples.
Patrick Glynn Thank You ! for your Service from an Air Force Veteran & VA Retiree as well .
Thanks for ur service.
Patrick Glynn where you a 88M instructor?
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@@RadarRoadWarriors I have a friend who is retired ARMY he was an M88 driver & M88 mechanic .
I drove a tow truck for a number of years. The axis was different almost every tow due to vehicle length. Garages say things like, "Stick it right there" between a BMW and cement wall. No spotters, just me GOAL every 5 seconds. Learned real fast how to not damage someone's vehicle. Your 'S" approach is king. Can't say enough about how much easier that is on a hitch hook. Nice job guys. We are looking for our first TT and I'm watching you for tips. Enjoy!
Remember, the longer the trailer the easier it is to back up.
That's sort of right...the farther the trailer axles are from your trucks rear axle, the easier to back. A 25' trailer with the axles 24' back is just as easy to back as a 50' trailer with the axle 24' back
Great point. I was going to ask them if the teardrop was more difficult to back in a way.
Easier in the sense that your trailer reacts much slower but they tend to to be more difficult in the sense that there a much larger blind spot than a smaller trailer.
@@kampana23 That why the driver must goal. Get out and look before actually backing into the space. I back solo no spotter
Any size of trailer is easy if you know what you’re doing 😂
There’s a reason why y’all are such successful TH-camrs...Your chemistry together, great topics, and richly shot & edited videos are a pleasure to watch! Thank you!
I agree. You can tell how much they love each other. The way Trish smiles at Mark and jokes with him and her eyes sparkle at him. The way Mark keeps touching Tricia on the knee and encouraging her with kind words. Wonderful.
One tip I learned that has helped me a BUNCH when backing our RV - turn the steering wheel toward the "problem". When the rig starts to go where I don't want it to I've found I can easily remember "turn towards the problem". It keeps me from having to remember left and right or driver and passenger. Great content AS ALWAYS and congrats Trish on a superb first time backing session. It will only get better from here. Blessings on your travels!
When i back up i keep my hands at 10 and 2. If i want the trailer to turn right, i just raise my right hand. If i want the trailer to turn left, i raise my left hand. That is the easiest way i have ever thought to explain backing up.
I like that idea better yet l tried the 6 o'clock thing ,dont like it ,restricts movement 👍
If you raise your hand and don't TURN the wheel it's going straight back... so, when you raise your right hand you are turning the wheel with your left hand towards the raised right hand... THAT will get you turning.
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY Trish and to all the moms out there!!
Are you running for political office as part of your Summer to Remember?
The thing that I like most about your videos is how positive the two of you are, no matter what is happening. Also, your filming skills have improved immensely from your original videos. The addition of a drone really makes them very professional and I know that some of those shots take a lot of extra time and effort, but they don't go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do. Oh one last thing, we bought our first 5th wheel in January thanks to your encouragement. We took one trip to Sedona for a week, loved it, and then Covid hit. I am trying to emulate you guys and remain as positive as you.
Thank you so much! Backing up is my biggest fear when thinking about getting a trailer.
You can do it! All it takes is experience. Everything is scary when it’s new. Give yourself some time to practice in an empty parking lot like Mark and Trish did in this video.
You two could be backing instructors at a truck driving academy!
I have been backing trailers since 1977, and backing 18 wheelers with 53' trailers since 1989.
I can say with confidence that what you demonstrated here is spot on.
Also, I'm getting some of those collapsible cones!
Wishing you well, and safe travels.
You could be an RV Driving School instructor @Allen Hare! Most of us are either ex-truckers or fire fighters with OTR experience. GO for it. It's a great way to give back to the RVing community 👉 and is very rewarding ;)
The driver can put the walkie talkie in VOX mode and just clip it to the visor etc and you don't have to use the push to talk function.
Great tip! I didn’t know you could do that with a walkie!
This video is VERY VERY valuable, it will help us SO much with backing our camper.. One thing I have learned with the few times I have backed now, it so GO SLOW, if I go to fast I get behind the curve so to speak. Thanks a bunch for this lesson !!
Great video, especially for a new RV'er. Blind side is always tougher, agree that communication is key at any time. I also now have an observation camera on the back of our 5th wheel and it is great at times for use. Speed backing up is not a contest, a little slower always helps and allows for correction. Nothing is worse as well is the silent audience when you are backing in. Safe travels!
For new people. I do the mirror technique. Use the mirrors, if you see the trailer more in the right mirror (and you still want to go straight) you turn the wheel to that mirror.
I think most RV'ers know that backing into a cramped site is difficult at best, so yeah, take your time and do what you need to do.
I have no problem waiting for anyone to park their rv because we all know how difficult it can be at times.
Great video btw. Love you guys 😊
When I was about 13 years old my dad hitched up our 2 horse trailer and drove it to the end of the lane. There was a fence on one side and a row of trees on the other. He put it in park, hopped out and told me to back it back up to the house. He just walked back to the house and let me go at it on my own. I will forever remember that day for the learning experience and the confidence that it instilled in me.
I love you guys.... But I'm a trucker, watching you guys back made me uncomfortable 😂
Yes I felt the same when Trish was backing, due to she did not know where she was going to Park At!
My thoughts exactly Ax. There is an old saying don't have a clue where it originated. A little bit of confidence can kill. A few good tips for newbies but too many rookie errors by both that would take way to long to point out. Backing is a true art form that is built up over the long term. I saw little skill displayed beyond the basics from either. A lot of hunting and pecking and over correcting to compensate for poor approach. Don't feel bad nothing personal. 75% of cdl drivers are rated poorly if they are backing into anything but a straight shot. Offset docks or blind alleys and u knock another 10% out. Sorry to b so critical.
I’m a truckdriver and trainer and i must say I’m very impressed with how knowledgeable y’all are with backing 👍🏾
You know, I've never been told to put my hand at 6 o-clock on the wheel when backing up. That's good. I'll try that.
Just discovered you! I have been binge watching all the seasons while in quarantine! Love watching your journeys and looking forward to days when we can all travel. Thanks for sharing!!!!!
Welcome!
me too ... I reached season 5
You’re in good company. I mean, who hasn’t binged old KYD episodes at some point?!?! So good!
Trish, if you’re still not getting the hang of backing by starting out at the 6 o’clock position on the steering wheel, try saying the following rhyme to yourself instead. “Turn the wheel TOWARDS the mirror, make the trailer disappear.” That way wherever the steering wheel is positioned, if you turn towards the mirror that is showing the trailer, eventually it will begin to move in the opposite direction. It also helps to keep the trailer straight when you’re trying to go straight backwards and it begins to pivot even slightly. That has been the only trick that has stuck with me and has helped my confidence greatly. Thanks for the great content!
Being a Semi driver, I have always been by myself in backing
Yeah, me too.
I’m always amazed at what you big rig drivers can do!
Next you need to do a back up video with two toddlers crying in the back seat :)
Another wonderful episode, it’s so important to go back to the basics and both of you make it a non intimidating experience which makes this a value added experience. All I can relate it to is at fourteen or fifteen years old my Dad had me backing our 69 impala (they were large back then) out of the of the driveway and parallel park it on the side of our street. I’ve often said I learned how to drive in reverse before I ever learned how to drive forward. Even then I was unintentionally learning to pick points of references to get to wear I wanted to go. Team “KYD Alive” made a lot of good points and make a wonderful team. Be Safe, Be Well, Happy Trails Ahead.
What great information for backing a rig, but I have to agree with Trish in that there is only so much information a student can take in before they just have to give it a try. So true. Not sure I could back in a rig, but when younger I would have given it a try and would have practiced. Trish, you did great!!!! Keep practicing and I know you will be as good as Marc. Love all the tips and tricks you guys always give as they are super helpful. Can't wait to see you guys back on the road! Hugs, Brenda
Hahaha / this is so true though ... we got radios and just learned to take our time, plus my skill backing up greatly improved with practice ... but my wife and I have definitely had yelling matchss
None of this applicable...we don't have your wife.
Hands down the best trailer backing video I found. The aerial coverage especially, along with the other various angles, the three steps, and the common sense advice gave me what I needed to know that I could do this! Also a relaxing and fun video to watch. Thank you so much!
Another very helpful video! Your suggestions are right on target! Obviously you have done this a time or two. (lol) Trish is a very good driver and her assessment of herself is right on. Keep them coming! Enjoy your travels! May God continue to bless and keep you all (y'all)!!!
This has made me want to get my wife to try backing up our camper. 👍🏼
Great idea, co pilots need to know how to fly the plane, even teenagers can learn how spot a trailer, farm kids learn at a early age how to slow speed maneuver equipment.
And that's why I'm not going to let my husband watch this video! (Scared mama here...) :-)
FJ Butter .....practice practice practice and your fear will subside !!!
And actually your new learned skill will give you peace of mind that you don’t even realize your missing. But I’m sure on occasion you get that little “what if” voice in your head, “what if” your husband became unable to manage the RV and it was left to you ?
Every skill we learn gives us a bit more assurance of our safety !!!
Go for it and Let us know how it’s coming along 😘
@@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 Yes, you are exactly correct on the 'what if'. Plus, if I learned how to drive with the trailer it would take a lot of pressure off my husband.
FJ Butter
I have ALWAYS backed up the boat when launching. My husband is in the boat. I have my job and and he has his. Now in our rv, I back up the 450 to hitch up the 5th wheel. The other day 3 men were dumbstruck when I climbed into the 450 to hitch up the rv. One try and “bamb” right on the money. They looked at me like I just fell from heaven. One guy said to me “ well I’ll really be impressed if you can pull this rig out of here” (the whole rig had sunk into soft dirt) I said to the guy “well it’s not my first rodeo”. And I pulled her right on out of there. My husband told me later that he was so proud of me. You can do this! I promise!
I watched this months ago before we had a TV for our Airstream. Once we got the TV, I followed your recommendations and started practicing the straight-line backup and then backing into a site. Your recommendations were so very useful and had me backing like a “not-so-newbie” fairly quickly. Thank you!
What a great idea to have the travel partner know how to back the rig. I'm looking for an empty parking lot for a training session.
I love this. If only everyone's husband's were as patient as yours!! We are getting ready to travel 12 hours in our 24 ft trailer and I need to practice to help my husband switch back and forth on driving. Absolutely love yall videos
Long Long Honeymoon calls the S-turn "The Scoop" (patent pending, and there's an arm gesture that you have to do when you say it. 😉)! Great video -- some excellent safety points for newbies to consider.
Lol. Loloho Scoop TM
This is by far the best video/instructions on how to back up a trailer I've ever seen. Well done, @@KeepYourDaydream. Thank you!
I was thinking the same thing..lol
This video makes me want to give it a try. Thank you!!!
Perfect timing! We pick up our new travel trailer on Friday and I"ve never backed up anything this big. Your tips and suggestion of using an empty mall parking lot will really help! Hopefully I can back it into our driveway. Thanks!
Charlie was your well behaved child in the back seat this trip! He is one lucky dog. Great video. Thanks. Can't wait to receive my sweatshirt! Was looking back at some old pictures. Favorite cafe...Midway Cafe Florida Keys. Was wearing your summer to remember shirt! Hope to get back there again sometime. Have fun making new memories Soon.
I really appreciated your extra emphasis on SAFETY. Last week, in a campground close to Yellowstone NP, a 5 year old lost his balance on his bike and ended up getting run over by both axles of a passing trailer.. Although it wasn't a backing mishap, it just goes to show what Can and Will happen when things go wrong. That poor child was airlifted twice, first to one trauma center, then to another in a big city. He suffered massive internal and external injuries and his currently fighting for his life. Excellent advice to keep children seatbelted while backing.
10:29 Ford brought the knob that Trish is talking about to the super duty on 2020 models. “Pro trailer backup assist”
I thought it was a 2020 F250
2019. He said when he bought it that he got a good deal on the 2019 with the 2020 updated trucks out and on the lot.
Go Slow, look like a Pro,,, go Fast, look like an Ass !!! Just like bringing a boat into a slip, same phrase applies. :)
Sitting here in Haiti waiting on the Lord to release us from our missionary duties after 17 years, watching your videos and enjoying them. Got a 32 ft trailer and got dreams to hit the road someday......thank you for what you do!
ALSO MAKE SURE ALL TIRES HAVE THE SAME AIR PRESSURE OR THE TRAILER / RV OR IT WON'T GO STRAIGHT FOR YOU . BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! ENJOYED !
Been looking forward to this!... Can't wait until you hit the road this season!
This was great. I would never drive/park our trailer when we had it. Now we have a 37 foot motorhome and its so much easier! Izzy and I fight over who is going to drive. LOL But I would eventually like to learn how to do it. Thanks for sharing this video! - MJ
Oh man, I needed that one so much!!! So often we are tired and stressed when we finally get to our site, only to find that the road is narrow, there are rocks/trees/bollards EVERYWHERE, and we don’t have the vocabulary down yet for spotting.
Thank you, I wish you guys were here with me my husband just passed away and I'm left on my own with a 44 ft. 5th wheel that is our home and now I have to learn to drive I'm going to start practicing in the next couple days i know with God and my husband guiding me through it I'll get it figured out .
I can watch you guys do anything cause...you make it fun to watch!😸
Great refresher for all and timely,remember not to make videos while hooking the rig strange things happen always focus and double check all connections add in a light check and your good. Safe travels and “Wash those hands” Hi Charlie
Also grab the bottom of the steering wheel. While backing up place your hands on the bottom of the steering wheel and if you want the trailer to go left turn the wheel left from the bottom and so on. Try it ive had my cdl 14 years.
trucker dan videos they already talked about that
Such a great video. Thanks. I would love to see a backup with a small trailer on an incline. That is my challenge.
Charlie. He loves just being with you.
He's being such a patient good boy
I thought he'd get a chance to back up the trailer too.
How about tips/coaching for solo travelers?
Such a great idea to have the spotter familiar with the drivers point of view!
Practice, practice, practice. better to squish cones than to squish folding camping chairs.
Awesome job,and you’re right rvers are very patient and understand.
Great video. Practice, practice, practice. My wife had never backed a trailer before we bought our camper. I had a lot of experience so I taught her. At first she was a little intimidated, but once she got the hang of it she did a great job. She told me she felt very empowered and it made her feel like an equal partner in the RV experience . She took the camper on her own to the campground on a Friday where I was to met her after work. Our friends had the site next to ours, so when she arrived my buddy asked her if she wanted him to back it in (not insulting; just being nice). She told him she had it and proceeded to stick it on the first shot. When I got there he came up, handed me a beer and told me my wife was a BOSS! . I wonder if Trish would speak to how it made her feel when she added that skill.
I laughed out loud just reading your TH-cam title haha
I love the how-to videos. I’m new to full timing and need to know as much as possible. This Stay at Home order is giving me lots of time to learn as much as possible by watching TH-cam videos.
I’m trying to learn!
Laura Cox be patient with yourself and don’t worry about any onlookers
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I just bought a travel trailer 2 days ago, and this is my first time owning anything like this, I learned a TON from this video, thank you!!!
Boy do I need this video!
Great video as always. I can not wait to go learn to drive our rig. I think it’s important that everybody that can drive should know how to in case they have to one day. You inspired me and gave some great tips! Thanks!
Keep backing up and stop when it sounds expensive! Lol. I drive a 50 ton wrecker. Try backing up a 46ft truck with a 75ft rig behind you. Gives you a whole new perspective
lol In NY when we heard the awning get yanked off by the tree... I knew it was us. Expensive is such a terrible sound!
@@KeepYourDaydream I saw that video.
If you don’t have kids, your walkie talkies will work for years. 😂😂😂 you are funny
Wish the wife could do this “honey look “ you could do this.
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Kids love walkie talkies! When I was teaching 6 tear olds, if they didn't have the real think, they made their own with boxes. A great kid's Christmas present for peace (adults) and making new friends (kids). Great backing advice. If you're on your own and need to get a stranger to help, usually when parking a camper van in a car park, I ask them to use hand signals rather than yell instructions.
Something to never rush, excited for the upcoming travels.
So true! When we first got out on the road full-time, I would worry about what situation was waiting for me at the next campground. Didn’t take long for that to wear off though. Now, it feels like there’s no situation we can’t handle out there :) Safe travels!
She said “don’t start bringing boats into this.” 🤣 I love watching these videos! I watch them for hours!! ❤️❤️
Drivers ed tip, If you or your spouse/kid/whatever have never done any trailer reversing, go to Uhaul and rent an empty 12 foot box trailer for a day to practice.
This is much less stressful since it's a rental, and not as big as a typical rig. A day rental is about 40 bucks, this is money well spent IMHO. Once you (or your trainee) can master the short trailer, you can move up to your full size rig. I'll be doing this for my 15 year old before he gets his full license.