Rule #1 - Always Listen to Truckers! Indiana Truck Stop | Michigan Bound
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ก.ย. 2024
- ✔️ About the Episode:
In this episode we are gearing up to hit the road again on our way to Mackinaw, MI. We decided that we can't leave Middlebury, IN without seeing more RV's, so we jumped in the dually and headed over to the JAYCO Visitor Center to schedule a tour. While we were there we found out a few things. First, the Visitor Center has several JAYCO units on display. It was neat to walk through different types of rigs. The second thing we learned is that you can't film a JAYCO manufacturing tour, so we were not able to show you all of the amazing things that are happening behind the scenes.
To keep our RV exploration spirits high, we headed over to the Lazydays RV Center to walk around and see what inventory they had and peek into a bunch of incredible rigs. It's always fun to see the different floor plans and new technology.
Finally, we hitch up and head out on our way to Michigan, but first we stopped by a local truck stop to put some air in the tires. And that is where the fun begins.
・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・
🎼 Music: bit.ly/3i7VPl6
Artlist and Epidemic Sound are a great source of music for TH-cam!
・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・
Follow Us on:
Instagram: @discoveryboundrv
/ discoveryboundrv
Facebook: @DiscoveryBoundRV
/ discoveryboundrv
Amazon Store: @discoveryboundrv
www.amazon.com...
・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・
Disclaimer:
Discovery Bound RV, All Rights Reserved
This channel is for entertainment purposes only. We are not experts or RV professionals. Our opinions are shared in our videos only and are based on our experiences. You should always do your own research and make your own decisions.
Cuteness overload, there is more cuteness then I can stand, but then that bearded character comes on screen and brings the overload back down so I can continue to watch.
I predict that Class C Motorhomes will be in your future.
I live 45 min.from there. Baroda Michigan. Have fun.
Your family is adorable
Great to see you all and having fun. Looking forward to the New Year and all your travels. Happy New Year 🎉to you.
free vacuum , Havasu Lake City , Arizona , see ya soon , lol
You definitely can't beat sandwiches and apple pie. I bet Truck Stops are your favorite destinations. Lol!!!
Hi Adrian! When we first started, travel days were always a rush and we didn’t prepare any food. Then we realized that we are RVers and the journey is more important than the destination. Travel Centers are the best! Fuel, Food, and Fun. Love it!
@@discoveryboundrv I fully agree. We usually don't make food in advance either. Sometimes my wife will make something when we stop and other times we'll get lunch at the truck stop. We have a Class A and flat tow a car. Sometimes we'll pull into a big parking lot. I can have the car unhooked in under a minute and we will go to the restaurant of our choice. We have done this for dinner too. Even though we are retired my wife's health only lets us part time so we enjoy traveling through you when we have to be home. 🙂
The John Wayne special 👍👍👍 Is count me in on that👍👍👍
Great video once again! Y’all
Stay safe y’all make camping look fun ! We enjoy it every time we go out too !
Thank you! It's a new experience every time and we love it. Best, Pam & Lee
I really miss my 18' camper vs the 27' I got now. We used to go deep into the Backcountry and it was the best camping you could ever imagine
Have Fun and be safe we love Michigan it's our Home
We went and were able to see our Pinnacle being built on the line. Everyone was so nice. I'm so glad we went.
We think it’s cool that you like Ace so much. We currently work at one of the largest Ace Hardwares in Wisconsin….only for 3 more months though. We’re hitting the road in early April 😊
“Ace is the place with the helpful hardware folks”. 😀 How can you NOT love Ace. It’s America’s Hardware Store and the #1 place for all things RV repairs. You can walk into 10 different Lowe’s and Home Depot stores and never find the bolt you need. But even the smallest Ace will have exactly what you’re looking for. Love it! Congratulations on your countdown. We have ours as well. Can’t wait to hit the road. Keep us posted on your journey. Best, Pam & Lee
9:12pm you can’t beat ace hardware it seems every small town has one.We have been full time since October 2019, I have to say if I need some hardware I know I can trust them to have what I need.
My wife would be filling that rv up with decorations for every holiday and season.
Bubble time car wash in Lee Summit, Mo has free vacuums and their automatic car wash does dually trucks.
Thanks John! We have marked it on our map. 👍
Good looking steaks there! When I have to air up my camper tires, I just hook my Viair up to my camper battery in the front bay since it’s in the middle of my setup. I can’t wait to see what’s up with your axle though. Thanks for sharing.
We would LOVE to do that. However, our front compartment door doesn't open up enough when we are hitched up. We have to do it the hard way. Also, if you look closely, you can see me hooking up the VAIR pump to the truck battery....BACKWARDS. LOL. We show ALL of our mistakes.
Northern Pride carwashes in Goshen, IN (just SE of Elkhart, or SW of Middlebury) have free vacumns! But your rig cannot go through... just your truck.
Tommy's Express Car wash takes Dually trucks does a good job and are popping up around the country
Carwashes in Tallahassee have free vacuum
Always check your tire pressure when tires are cold, because you once you start driving the tire pressure goes up at least 10 to 12 psi
Free vacuum at Northern Pride car wash in Goshen In. Two locations, both on U S 33.
That Beacon is a new thing out there, my grandparents have a beacon and it’s amazing. What an amazing new product. It’s a division of the brand that makes the motorhomes.
It's definitely an incredible rig! As you can see on the video, Sophia fell asleep inside while we were talking to people. So funny. She knows how to pick them right. LOL. Best, Pam & Lee
Loved the video..we are currently in florida for the winter but we live in an rv resort just about 15 minutes north of grand rapids on 131..you more than likely drove right past it!✌
We sure did! What a great area. We left a trail of worn tires from Elkhart to Mackinaw. LOL. Love Florida during the Winter. Best, Pam & Lee
Sorry about the tire thing..bent axels unfortunately are not uncommon with 5th wheels and travel trailer..hope you are able to get that taken care of..✌
Westfield Massachusetts has 2 yes 2 car washes with free vacuuming
I have a Viair mounted in the front bay and hard wired in with a 50 ft. hose and a dewalt cordless Impact Wrenches and a 20 ton bottle jack just incase I do that because with my older toy hauler I have 3 blowouts on one trip with brand new tires so when I got the 5th wheel I figured I would be per paired
You went right by my hometown Traverse City, Mi can’t wait to see the tire results. The issue with your axle
Hi Steve! We actually looked for a place in Traverse City to stop over for the night but our timing was off and couldn’t find any availability. I think it was one night on Saturday, but the weekends were booked out. Middle of the week was wide open though. LOL. Great area. We will definitely be back soon. Best, Lee & Pam
@@discoveryboundrv well shoot. My wife and I have the same fifth wheel.ours is 2022 model 377 RLBH. So far so good, took delivery in June and have only used it 3-4 times before we had to winterize it. We love the layout. Our kids are grown so the mid bunk will be my wife’s craft room. Get the wash/ dryer it’s a game changer! Tell Lee it’s got to be on his list. Love watching your adventures!
My trailer has a lithium battery. As such, it needed a 30 A circuit from the truck to power the necessary DC-DC charge converter. So, I wired to a new bumper outlet for this. Then I added a 4 ft plug onto the VIAIR so it can plug into the outlet as needed. The VIAIR lives in the original battery box. Very simple now to run the compressor. Never have to take it out; just attach the air hose.
Most truck stops air hoses are normally broken or don't work right. Carrying your own air compressor is the way to go.
You said it, brother!! The VIAR pump is a day one item if you don’t already have air on the truck.
most air does not work and most cost $1.00 so i carry an air hawk pump , that is battery operated and fits under the back seat
Next time you get in that area go to Effenhause Restaurant
The next time you’re back in the Staunton VA area the wash in front of Martin’s in Waynesboro has free vacs, tire shine, and interior and exterior towels. I have put my super duty in there plenty. A dually should fit just fine.
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2023 ALL THE BEST IN THE NEW YEAR
Happy New Year!!!
Happy New Year's James! Best, Pam & Lee
Tommy's Car Wash, Manhattan KS on Tuttle Creek Blvd will Accept F450 and smaller -- free vacumns.
Not a free car wash though - various washes with different prices but I think reasonable given an F450.
Awesome! Thank you. We have pinned it to our Google Maps. If we pass through the area, then we are stopping by.
Crystal River Fl has a drive-through automatic dually truck wash with free air freshener and vacuum. $10
I have a 319 mlok Jago and the pantry isn't huge but more than enough room for a month worth of groceries for 4 and still have all the spices needed for 6 months and on travel day put a patio lounger cushion in and close door and wedge door with to rubber door stops and when you finish a day of pot holed back roads every thing is exactly like it was when you started.
I don't know how old your unit is but I may have made parts for it. I worked at a company named L&W Engineering from 2019-2021 and they made a lot of parts for Jayco the only reason I had to leave was I had heart issues then found out I had leukemia and they were the start of Jayco. so you were basically in my back yard, hope your travels go well and maybe I can get out there and see the country like you.
Hi Danny! We have a 2020 NorthPoint. We are positive that we are carrying your parts onboard. How amazing. We hope you are able to get on the road soon and we wish you all the best. Stationary by circumstance but a traveler at heart. Pam & Lee
Hey guys have you had your axles checked yet?? Courious to know what was wearing out your tires
Hi John. Yep, we are now long past the repair since our timeline is about 6 months behind. We have a bent rear axle. We just didn't know that when we were traveling. LOL.
Happy New Year
Happy New Year James!!! 😀
Lee, you didn’t give us that famous look after the dance party!
Oh Yes! The look was totally given! Just behind the scenes. 😀
@@discoveryboundrv Awesome!
Happy new year! I really enjoy your content and been waiting for an update on your rear axle issue. The rear axle just doesn't look right in the portions of the recent videos that show the wheels of the rig. Significant negative camber can be seen in the previous video from Arcadia and in this video at 22:19 - 22:23 and 21:26-21:30. Lee, you said it is "definitely pigeon toed". That would be toe in. Pam described the negative camber perfectly with her arm position at 21:23. There's lots of weight hanging over the rear axle for tandem axles. A few infamous Northeast road bounces may have over-stressed that rear axle and bent it. Hopefully, they are 7000 pound rated axles for that large rig. Your Jayco 377RLBH has a GVWR of nearly 17,000 LBS (dry hitch weight of just over 3,000 LBS). Hopefully if it is a bent axle, Jayco and/or Lippert will replace it under warranty. You're probably reading this after the work has already been done. So, hope all has been resolved to your satisfaction.
Change to 17.5 wheels and truck tires. The rear wheels have more weight on the due to the angle of the trailer. I used ALCOA wheels . I had the same issue with lots of blowouts
The ViAir 450 has the hoses with it. I also have an inline gauge.
Probably too late but check bushings on leaf springs
Blue Wave Car Wash, Houston, Texas. Each location has probably 20 to 30 free vacuums. You're welcome.
Texas Bound!
@@discoveryboundrv Though it's an automated car wash, not manual. Does a good job. Come on down!
Bardstown, Kentucky and Elizabethtown Kentucky have free vacuum
Thank you!
Get go is corner of U.S. 20 and Fairgrounds Rd.
We walk into some of these type campers and think… how hard is it to find sites for them and what do you tow with??? 😮
Just doesn’t feel like us! Or our style if we want to move fairly often. 💸💸💸
I hook my Viair to the 5th Wheel battery’s and haven’t needed an extension. My rig is 40ft. Just a thought.
Just a thought... I noticed that your truck was sagging a little bit in the rear.. Have you thought about getting air bags for your truck with a onboard air compressor...? It would be killing two birds with one stone because you'll be able to air up your tires and also level your truck and give you a more comfortable ride as well..✌️
We initially bought a travel trailer. Once you get where you are going, it’s great; but for us it’s not “livable” going down the road. Had to go back and buy a super C… so much better!
Lol The hardware store across the street is because you'll need it with an American RV. You'll need to fix something before you get across the street. 😂😂😂
awww to bad the sandwich wasn't SPAM then it would be the best rest stop ever lol
Priceless! LOL. That Amish homemade dutch apple pie really stole the show.
Azle Texas free vacuum
Thanks Michael! Texas is on the horizon.
Thanks for the demonstration of the VIAIR. I have one but, fortunately, have not had to use it... yet. As someone else suggested, could you not hook it up to your trailer batteries, which would be closer. Or, I have a small Jump Starter box... purchased after that's what the Automobile Club used to give me a boost. I had wondered if that would work.
Can I borrow Pam for MY travel days?? Buddy, you get treated like a king!!! Enjoyed the video, thank you!!
Pam was laughing. 😀 The front compartment door is a pain to open with no real clearance to get good access to the batteries. It’s just easier to use the truck. Glad we had the Viar pump definitely a day one item.
@@discoveryboundrv Viair has to hook up to the batter on the truck as it requires the power from the alternator. Manual states, must have vehicle running to use the Viair due to the draw
Call me crazy, but i always carry a compressor. That Ford has a 110 outlet so you can plug in and use the compressor. Harbor freight
We been there and did the tour two days
I see you have the Goodyear Endurance tires on your camper how many miles have you put on them and what do you think of them I just put them on our camper at the end of last season and only have about 200 miles on them so far. new to your channel like it so far safe travels
Hi Carl! We love them. The front axle has had the same tires on it for 3 years and 47 States. We are going to change them out this month for new tires as a precaution only. We like the Goodyear Endurance better than most of the other brands you see on newer models. Inexpensive, Durable, Made in USA, and available anywhere without hassle. What more can you ask for. 👍 Thanks for following our journey and we are always here to help if you have any other questions as well. Best, Pam & Lee
Your axles are out of Alignment. Use you trailer batteries, I have a smaller one like yours, I can keep my under my hood, my bumper pull I can reach both sides 😉
Pull thru the truck fuel lane the air is free !
Thanks Robert! At this truck stop, that was the truck fuel lane. (Pump #13) 😀 We should have known that anything on 13 wasn’t going to be very lucky. LOL. We have found a few places across the country where the the air is free and plentiful in the Truck fuel lanes. We have also experienced that most of the time our fuel lane is always broken. You just smile and hit the next stop.
We stayed at the same Koa you guys are at
How long is your 5th wheel?.....looks enormous. Thanks for sharing 😎 ✌️
Long enough to have a third axle. 😀 We are right at 43 feet. Add a long bed dually and a bicycle rack and your looking at a mini train. LOL.
@@discoveryboundrv we have a 34ft class A but then it's just my wife and I and 2 small dogs. I couldn't imagine pulling something that big. Good for you! Just started watching you, thanks for sharing!
Thank you! We hope you enjoy the journey of a perpetual family of RV Newbies crossing this great nation. 😀 No shortage of fun along the way. Safe travels.
Two big no-no's, $. 25 coleslaw and 1/2 price Sushi.
Hi Frank! That’s hilarious! 😀 You are right. The coleslaw had consequences.
All the tire wear looks as if you have a bent axle. Get with Lippert and have them straighten them or replace it.
Hi Larry & Cindy. Our axles are Dexter and we would have loved for them to help us out while we were in Elkhart, IN. In our upcoming videos you will see that there is always a process to go through. 😀 Best, Pam & Lee
Could you hook up to your trailer battery instead of your truck battery? It's closer.
The compartment door doesn’t open that wide and trying to reach the battery is cumbersome. It’s just easier and quicker to hook up to the truck.
hat is why one must not transport fire wood long distances. as you never know what kind of bug is there. most are harmless, some are not.
love your videos, what nationality is your wife? She is a hoot and a hard worker.
Where did you guys buy that Go-Kart bike thing your daughter was riding. My son would like that
What do you keep in your tire repair kit or toolbox?
Hard to imagine the size of some (including yours) fifth wheel are only tandem axle,
Salt lake City Utah has vacuums at their car washes free
Thank you Tammy. We love Salt Lake City. Now we are Utah Bound!
Why didn’t you get that axle checked while you were in Elkhart? Looks bent to me
Nobody would take us in for an evaluation or repair. We called everyone. Including Jayco. Everyone was booked for 4-6 months.
I would never use the brush in a carwash. You never know what it has been used for. Plus, banging the hose against the body 😖 just me.
Same. I also don’t go through the automatic ones with those big rubber things covered in mud and gravel scraping across your clear coat. Touchless only for me.
get go car wash in Painesville, Ohio in front of Giant Eagle grocery store. FREE VACUUM!!!
Sounds like Get-Go is a GO for Maximus. Thanks!
It may be hard to ask you this question after just visiting the Jayco visitors center but have you guys considered another brand RV or are you only a Jayco Owner?
Hi John, Great question. We aren’t brand loyal. We are RV Community loyal. The reason we picked Jayco is because of floorplan and value for the price. The 377rlbh is an amazing floorplan that is always in demand. The features that came with our model weren’t included in other brands of similar layout. If we pick another RV it will only be based on a comparison of features, build, and value. We had a spreadsheet and it was pretty clear for us which rig to choose. We have actually been looking at several new RVs from Grand Design and Alliance. We just haven’t made any final decisions yet. We are too busy traveling. 😀
@@discoveryboundrv i get it. If a 5 wheel were in my wifes and my plans we always had a fondness for Jaycos especially the Eagle Line and the North Point with the front living room. Just curious after using one full time would you get another Jayco or something else. But not being brand loyal I see it as you would absolutely go with another Jayco but not rule out another brand. I appreciate that honesty.
Truthfully, the caterpillars are not good for the tree canopy . It would be best if you did not reintroduce them to the woods. They are an invasive species with very large devastating numbers.
Why didn't you use the battery in the RV?
The front compartment door is a pain to open up with almost no clearance from the tailgate. It was easier to use the truck. If you look close, we even hooked up the pump backwards to the battery. We like to show all of our mistakes. At first, I was like…is this thing broke? 😀
Tyler Texas
Texas knows how to wash Dually’s! We like it. Thanks.
Killed me to see you use that car wash Brush. Those things can scratch up you truck real bad. Please don't use them again! I understand you may be in a pinch and have to use them, but at least spray it with high pressure water to try and get any debris off the brush.
Hi Robert. LOL. When you’re right, you’re right. 😀 Maximus does all the hard work towing us around and deserves better than a Brillo Pad on a pole. You should hear the family here throwing me under the bus saying “See…I told you so!” Thanks for keeping me straight. All the best, Lee & Pam.
Nice. We are NOT INTO BLACK RVs or trucks, WAY TO HOT
That would be way too hot!
You just scratched that truck up. Going from the wheels to the body is a big NO.
Great tip. Thanks! After the Oregon Trail in Idaho, there’s no soft washing Maximus anymore. He’s got scars but hides them well. LOL. 😀
Your wife spends 25cents on a great coleslaw and you spend 25cents on a air pump that has "not working" written all over it. 🤣
Great video…multilingual? What language?
Well she is from Germany
@@steamboatkid awesome
My dad is from juellich
Luebeck, Germany. (Near Hamburg)
@@discoveryboundrv were you air force? I saw the flag…I was army in Mannheim.
Sure was! Aim High! 😀 I was an E-5 in the Air Force stationed at Ramstein AFB. Aircraft Avionics. 6 years.
Actually those types of caterpillars destroy trees and you'll see there nest high up in trees, they look like really thick spider webs. mostly in hard woods....
Free vacuum with a car wash at goo goo car wash Columbus GA