It sounds to me like the engine fan belt is loose so slipping in the morning when it and the pulleys are cold. A relatively easy and quick fix if u nip it to a garage. 😎👍
It does sound like a slipping belt. Extra strain on the alternator first thing, damp belt and pulleys will cause slipping. I would wait too long to get it checked. If it snaps you have no engine battery charging , you'll probably get away with no fan cooling in winter in Scotland
The screeching noise on start up is because the belt attached to your alternator is slipping. When it is damp it is more noticeable, till it dries out. There should be very limited free play about half an inch in the longest run. All you have do is Campbell, loosen the two bolts on the alternator and the bracket bolt and pull the alternator forwards until there is just about half an inch up and down free play on the belt. Then in this position tighten all the 3 bolts. Basically as it now stands without intervention you could be limiting power from the alternator to your battery. Best to to do this asap.
lower Diabaig an absolutely stunning place ...we were one of the vans parked next to yours the water looked as cold as you say... love the vlog i am more into fishing than swimming the fishing was excellent too keep safe Jezz ,Lorna
Hari Om Oh yes, wee Diabeg... I love that place (my friend's cottage is at Wester Alligin). Blissful. Mind you, that is no road for the faint of heart or uniniated to Scotland's sheeptrack network!!! YAM xx
That scenery was fantastic. I love the Scottish hills. Not sure I will be braving the cold water swimming though. You are both way braver than me. xx Just a thought though, have you ever considered being sponsored by bikini and men's swimwear companies? You could review them at the same time as taking your crazy swims. So earn as you freeze kind of thing. LOL
A great video to watch on a Sunday morning! Thanks Gemma and Campbell. One day maybe the two of you can come to Canada and spend time van touring my country. 🌞🚐🙂
I really like these uploads Gemma and Campbell. There's no place like Scotland, that is for sure. The scenery, the nature, the people, towns and cities... fantastic indeed. Friendly chats and funny banter, the Scots like to interact and to have a laugh at each other's expense. That my friends is tradition that through hardships, has not been lost over the years. Did I mention the many dog friendly pubs? It's not for everyone, but to some, it is truly God's country. Alba gu bràth!
Hi guys - Gemma, Campbell - hope you both are doing well! I've been watching your TH-cam vlogs for a long time, now how you record your 'VanLife' is fascinating - I'm 23 years of age, and I've been into Motorhomes / Caravans since I was a young boy - for a young man like me at 23, is it natural to live in a Motorhome (full time), or is it a bit weird? Just simply asking as you've inspired me to do it myself, how did use 2 feel doing it all at 1st? Because I don't want to be doing it where I feel like; friends, work colleagues and other's start bantering me for having a vehicle to live in.
Hey Daniel! We are great thank you 😊 Thanks for the support! It is absolutely not weird, there is such a growing community of vanlifers and it is widely becoming more accepted as a lifestyle. In any case, if it is something that you wish to do then never let those around you hold you back with their judgement. At the end of the day, the only opinion that actually has any impact on your life is your own, so make yourself proud and happy with what you do 😊 We had a similar upbringing you yourself, with frequent caravan holidays, and we love the lifestyle. It can take some getting used to at first but at the end of the day , if you don't enjoy it then find a house and be happy knowing that you gave it a shot 😁
Hi guys, thank you for the comment / reply back. Really do appreciate it! It's since I was a little child, I was just madly in with Motorhomes and Caravan - though everyone is different in what they find interesting. And the way you've inspired me to get a Motorhome, how you do your own VanLife times - just incredible! But once again, thanks for the advice, all the best to you both and I will keep watching the Vlogs. P.S. If you wanna mention my name and talk about what I asked about in your videos - more insight and more help for sure.
Hello Gemma and Campbell.I just watched your Glencoe wild swimming vlog while scrolling through You Tube in the "wee small hours of the morning" (to quote old blue eyes). I really enjoyed your presentation and have now subscribed to your channel.I'll be binge watching your blogs over the festive period and wish you both a Merry Christmas and happy New Year.😃😃😃😃
Just discovered your channel by chance. Seems good so gonna subscribe and check out some vids. Totally agree with you the Scottish Highlands are the best place on Earth. Raising all my kids here watching them grow up and explore everything around them is amazing. I have traveled a lot of the world but I couldn’t think of anywhere better to be. I head south to Inverness sometimes but being nestled up here amongst the landscape suits me fine so I don’t even tend to go that far south too often anymore. My travelling days are for the most part done as, for now at least, I am actually 100% content just being here and the need to travel has totally gone. Just living day to day, watching my kids grow, roaming locally, walking, wild camping and just taking all the time in the world to enjoy the most amazing place I have ever known. We really are so lucky and blessed to live here 🙏🏼
another brilliant vid you two... absolutely love Scotland... will have to get as many visits in as poss before the borders go up and Sassenachs are banned - beautiful country...👍❤️
You guys are living my dream life. After being in the army and fighting over seas. To working abroad and here at home. I'd love live that life. Amazing guys great videos
@@highlands2hammocks Well I’m very sure you guys would have a blast here. There are so many National Parks and beautiful places to see.The country is clean, the people are friendly and it’s safe. Also many Scottish,Irish and Britts live here. My family is Scottish…we immigrated in 1965. Good luck with your channel. 🇨🇦
Well done guys but a wee bit to polite spoken for us Scot’s lol but on the other hand you guys do know a bit so I think I will follow like I do with dubvwntures another fellow Scot and his woman 👍🏻🏴
@@highlands2hammocks lol I don’t when I share my games of war zone pmsl folk will think who’s this nut job lol but hey you guys keep up the good videos 👍🏻🏴
You're travelling in a motorhome. Why would you want or need to stay in a bothy, or anything else? And, oh, goody, we can store bags under the settee cushion. What?
Fabulous. My "heart home" in the highlands, I've been visiting Gairloch since I was a bairn staying out on Lonemore. Will definitely try out Crumbs Veggie Haggis roll next time I'm up, we often get our sandwiches for a day's hiking from there. We also knew the head gardner from Inverewe Gardens and I used to play in those gardens as a child with their children. Diabaig is a very special place (though the road out there is "challenging"). It's a beautiful walk from Red Point through Craig and to Diabaig along the coast. Did you know Diabaig is actually the filming location for "Loch Ness"?
This brings back many memories from 1969! Went to Diabeg on a holiday on/in my dad's motorbike and sidecar! The roads were all single track from Garve north. There was a 1:3 hill to get to Diabeg and we all had to get out so the bike and sidecar could get up the hill!. Dropping down into Diabeg my mum needed the toilet. She talked to a local who took her behind a building and pointing to the field said "Pick you spot" Priceless memories. It was a gorgeous little village and I haven't been back since. Shame on me. I live in Seattle now but will be back in Scotland next year walking the cape wrath trail. Maybe I take a detour! Love seeing the places you visit in Scotland. Always brings back fond memories!
Hi Guys. What a great Video It was great to talk to you both at Lower Diabaig we were parked up next to you. This is got to be one of our favorites we've been a couple of times before and decided to call after our tour of The east coast, North coast, Orkney and Shetland (Which you must do by the way). Cant wait to see more of your tours. Keep it up Regards Mike & Pauline Kilbride
Just found your vlog and love it. We are relative newbie Moho-owners, she’s called Komi, and we have never been to Scotland. It is on our bucket list soon!
I’m loving your videos of my favorite country in the world! Just discovered y’all and can’t wait to see more of your travels 😃🏴 BTW, WHEREVER did you get your Highland cow bobble head on your dashboard?? I LOVE it and have been searching online but can’t find one. Thanks for sharing your fun, exciting travels❣️
We went Mull 12 years ago and been back ever since, went Shetland 4 years ago. Went Orkney and skye at the end of August and various other west coast Scotland places including John o groats and N500 etc. Loved seeing all the places again in your videos x we have two dogs now and a 6 year old so hope to take them. The weather tho for us had always been awesome. We havent been in winter tho yet x Glencoe and Skye are stunning tho aren't they. Have a fab Xmas guys x
Gemma and Campbell. You two are the best. literally. I love watching your videos and especially your scotland travel videos. Nothing beats a Scottish travel vlog than an awesome Scottish couple. Much love!
Ahhh, Lower Daibaig… I’ve been there. Went to see a pub on the side of Loch Ness that wasn’t a pub and wasn’t on the side of Loch Ness. Cracking little place though.
Unfortunately the pizza shop was closed when we were there ( Port Henderson) .....what an excuse to go again when its open 😁 . We were held at ' antler point ' by Callum when he stuck his nose through the car window ......I know we shouldn't have but a dark chocolate Tunnocks wafer allowed us to escape 😂 . Great video as ever , drive safely and enjoy Skye 😀.
The letter J does not exist in Gaelic. Many words which begin with D, followed by a vowel, are pronounced as though the D is a J. E.g. Dearg, the Gaelic word for red, is pronounced "Jerag"
Starter noise sounds like your auxiliary belt needs checking when it’s damp it slips and that’s the noise
Thanks! Will get it checked 😁
Fantastic, I could easily live in that cabin, houses are to big even a 1 bedroom flat is big,.
I feel you haha just more room to make a mess in 😂
It sounds to me like the engine fan belt is loose so slipping in the morning when it and the pulleys are cold. A relatively easy and quick fix if u nip it to a garage. 😎👍
Great thanks 😁 will mention it at our next visit
It does sound like a slipping belt. Extra strain on the alternator first thing, damp belt and pulleys will cause slipping. I would wait too long to get it checked. If it snaps you have no engine battery charging , you'll probably get away with no fan cooling in winter in Scotland
Noise could be dampness on the fan belt
Thanks! Will get it checked 😁
The screeching noise on start up is because the belt attached to your alternator is slipping. When it is damp it is more noticeable, till it dries out. There should be very limited free play about half an inch in the longest run. All you have do is Campbell, loosen the two bolts on the alternator and the bracket bolt and pull the alternator forwards until there is just about half an inch up and down free play on the belt. Then in this position tighten all the 3 bolts. Basically as it now stands without intervention you could be limiting power from the alternator to your battery. Best to to do this asap.
That is a great suggestion, thank you!
Brilliant video once again. Lovely swimming costume Gemma😉
Aw thank you 😁
lower Diabaig an absolutely stunning place ...we were one of the vans parked next to yours the water looked as cold as you say... love the vlog i am more into fishing than swimming the fishing was excellent too keep safe Jezz ,Lorna
Aw amazing! What a spot it was, we would love to go back and sleep there one night 😁
Hari Om
Oh yes, wee Diabeg... I love that place (my friend's cottage is at Wester Alligin). Blissful. Mind you, that is no road for the faint of heart or uniniated to Scotland's sheeptrack network!!! YAM xx
Aw amazing 😍 that sounds so dreamy! Haha and yes the tranquility is guarded by the white knuckle roads 😂
Great video guys love it up that way but never done Gairloch always bye passed it for Ullupool change that in 2023 🥰🥰
Thank you! Its so peaceful in Gairloch, we love it 😊❤️
Love that view from the car park . I have it as my cover photo on FB. Great video again.
It’s so beautiful! So peaceful ☺️❤️
Oh I sooooooo need to go to Skye, I miss the place but this horrible thing called work gets in the way.
You will love it! 😁 got a great video out this weekend on skye!
You were playing games in your coats? No fireplace or electric heat? Cabin is awesome.❤️
We were sitting in the wee cabin beside our hut where the games were stored 😁 our cabin was lovely and warm haha
That scenery was fantastic. I love the Scottish hills. Not sure I will be braving the cold water swimming though. You are both way braver than me. xx Just a thought though, have you ever considered being sponsored by bikini and men's swimwear companies? You could review them at the same time as taking your crazy swims. So earn as you freeze kind of thing. LOL
Haha you need to try it sometime, it feels amazing! That is a great idea, definitely something we need to look into 😊
A great video to watch on a Sunday morning! Thanks Gemma and Campbell. One day maybe the two of you can come to Canada and spend time van touring my country. 🌞🚐🙂
aw so glad you enjoyed it! We cannot wait to get across to the Americas one day 😁
I really like these uploads Gemma and Campbell. There's no place like Scotland, that is for sure. The scenery, the nature, the people, towns and cities... fantastic indeed. Friendly chats and funny banter, the Scots like to interact and to have a laugh at each other's expense. That my friends is tradition that through hardships, has not been lost over the years. Did I mention the many dog friendly pubs? It's not for everyone, but to some, it is truly God's country. Alba gu bràth!
Hi guys - Gemma, Campbell - hope you both are doing well!
I've been watching your TH-cam vlogs for a long time, now how you record your 'VanLife' is fascinating - I'm 23 years of age, and I've been into Motorhomes / Caravans since I was a young boy - for a young man like me at 23, is it natural to live in a Motorhome (full time), or is it a bit weird?
Just simply asking as you've inspired me to do it myself, how did use 2 feel doing it all at 1st? Because I don't want to be doing it where I feel like; friends, work colleagues and other's start bantering me for having a vehicle to live in.
Hey Daniel! We are great thank you 😊 Thanks for the support! It is absolutely not weird, there is such a growing community of vanlifers and it is widely becoming more accepted as a lifestyle. In any case, if it is something that you wish to do then never let those around you hold you back with their judgement. At the end of the day, the only opinion that actually has any impact on your life is your own, so make yourself proud and happy with what you do 😊 We had a similar upbringing you yourself, with frequent caravan holidays, and we love the lifestyle. It can take some getting used to at first but at the end of the day , if you don't enjoy it then find a house and be happy knowing that you gave it a shot 😁
Hi guys, thank you for the comment / reply back. Really do appreciate it!
It's since I was a little child, I was just madly in with Motorhomes and Caravan - though everyone is different in what they find interesting. And the way you've inspired me to get a Motorhome, how you do your own VanLife times - just incredible!
But once again, thanks for the advice, all the best to you both and I will keep watching the Vlogs.
P.S. If you wanna mention my name and talk about what I asked about in your videos - more insight and more help for sure.
You tube subtitles, you got to love em ,did you enjoy your visit to laura diabetic ?
Hahaha with our accents I’m sure there are some real gems 😂
Most replayed 14:05 - quelle surprise 😜😀. Great informative video 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
I go to Ullapool on the ferry to meet my daughter for the day ..I love the outdoor shop and also Loch Broom Stores
Such a lovely wee town 😁
Hello Gemma and Campbell.I just watched your Glencoe wild swimming vlog while scrolling through You Tube in the "wee small hours of the morning" (to quote old blue eyes). I really enjoyed your presentation and have now subscribed to your channel.I'll be binge watching your blogs over the festive period and wish you both a Merry Christmas and happy New Year.😃😃😃😃
Reconnecting.......😂😂
right you 😝
Great Vid 👍. Intrigued fkr the announcement next week....😀
Can't wait to share it! Although I think you may already know what it is 😝
@@highlands2hammocks fantastic 👏 👌
Lovely video thanks for sharing as I would never have seen places like that, doing a good job safe travels.
Thank you so much 😁 always appreciate the support
Can't thank you enough, just makes me feel good! Just feels like family xxxx
Aw thank you so much 😁❤️
Gemma and Campbell in Scotland...Yay!
woop woop!
Great video, a beautiful looking place. I admire your bravery on the cold swim.
Haha thanks! Best way to start the day 😂
What is the song playing at 15 min mark thanks
Ooh sorry I’m not sure on that one! We use epidemic sound for all our music and you can check it out with the link in the description 😁
Great video! LOVE the stag. May have to put this on the bucket list!
Thank you 😁
I love yours video. 🥰
Aw thank you 😁
Midges are a nightmare. AVOID!!!
Haha they sure are in peak season! We visited in April and it was the perfect time of year 😊
@@highlands2hammocks Yes April and October are ok.
Just discovered your channel by chance. Seems good so gonna subscribe and check out some vids.
Totally agree with you the Scottish Highlands are the best place on Earth. Raising all my kids here watching them grow up and explore everything around them is amazing. I have traveled a lot of the world but I couldn’t think of anywhere better to be. I head south to Inverness sometimes but being nestled up here amongst the landscape suits me fine so I don’t even tend to go that far south too often anymore.
My travelling days are for the most part done as, for now at least, I am actually 100% content just being here and the need to travel has totally gone. Just living day to day, watching my kids grow, roaming locally, walking, wild camping and just taking all the time in the world to enjoy the most amazing place I have ever known.
We really are so lucky and blessed to live here 🙏🏼
So glad to hear you are enjoying the videos! Safe travels 😁
As always..a great video!
Thanks Linda 😁
Hello guys, just stumbled across this video, subscribed but how could you not, great video, thank you for sharing, have great weekend guys 🎉
Thank you 😁 you too!
New to your channel guys. Great lighthearted content. Love right there, you two ooze your love for eachother 🙏, so wonderful to see
Glad you are Enjoying it! Thanks for watching 😁
another brilliant vid you two... absolutely love Scotland... will have to get as many visits in as poss before the borders go up and Sassenachs are banned - beautiful country...👍❤️
Thank you so much! Haha hopefully that wont be happening
alternator belt
sounds about right!
Awesome 👍🤘❤❤❤
thanks! 😁
OMG I feel that pain when you do the first dip above the waist 🗯
Haha true!! 😂
Great channel guys and great adventures aswell yous 🤘🤘🤘🤘😀
Thank you 😁
You guys are living my dream life. After being in the army and fighting over seas. To working abroad and here at home. I'd love live that life. Amazing guys great videos
Aw thank you ☺️❤️ it comes with its ups and downs but we wouldn’t change it! Glad you enjoy them and thanks for the support
Yep, used to holiday around there as a kid. Stunning place.
Amazing! We absolutely loved it there 😁
Stunning!
Isn’t it 😍
The polar bear club,congrats. You should have a travel adventure in Canada 🇨🇦when you’re finished in Scotland, it would be a great success.
Haha thanks! We cannot wait to get ourselves over to Canada 😁 wiuld love to visit in the van one day!
@@highlands2hammocks Well I’m very sure you guys would have a blast here. There are so many National Parks and beautiful places to see.The country is clean, the people are friendly and it’s safe. Also many Scottish,Irish and Britts live here. My family is Scottish…we immigrated in 1965. Good luck with your channel. 🇨🇦
Well done guys but a wee bit to polite spoken for us Scot’s lol but on the other hand you guys do know a bit so I think I will follow like I do with dubvwntures another fellow Scot and his woman 👍🏻🏴
Haha we need to tone it down for the TH-cam 😝
@@highlands2hammocks lol I don’t when I share my games of war zone pmsl folk will think who’s this nut job lol but hey you guys keep up the good videos 👍🏻🏴
This has me itching to get out in the van ASAP
Plans for this weekend sorted 😜
You two are such a joy to watch! Thanks so much for the great videos!!!!
Thank you so much, we are so glad you enjoy the videos!
You're travelling in a motorhome. Why would you want or need to stay in a bothy, or anything else? And, oh, goody, we can store bags under the settee cushion. What?
Calm down
Fabulous. My "heart home" in the highlands, I've been visiting Gairloch since I was a bairn staying out on Lonemore. Will definitely try out Crumbs Veggie Haggis roll next time I'm up, we often get our sandwiches for a day's hiking from there. We also knew the head gardner from Inverewe Gardens and I used to play in those gardens as a child with their children.
Diabaig is a very special place (though the road out there is "challenging"). It's a beautiful walk from Red Point through Craig and to Diabaig along the coast.
Did you know Diabaig is actually the filming location for "Loch Ness"?
This brings back many memories from 1969! Went to Diabeg on a holiday on/in my dad's motorbike and sidecar! The roads were all single track from Garve north. There was a 1:3 hill to get to Diabeg and we all had to get out so the bike and sidecar could get up the hill!. Dropping down into Diabeg my mum needed the toilet. She talked to a local who took her behind a building and pointing to the field said "Pick you spot" Priceless memories. It was a gorgeous little village and I haven't been back since. Shame on me. I live in Seattle now but will be back in Scotland next year walking the cape wrath trail. Maybe I take a detour! Love seeing the places you visit in Scotland. Always brings back fond memories!
A dollar for a water shoe ,should have payed 2 dollars and got a pair….😂😂😂
What a bargain though but now I need to hop everywhere..
Hi Guys. What a great Video It was great to talk to you both at Lower Diabaig we were parked up next to you. This is got to be one of our favorites we've been a couple of times before and decided to call after our tour of The east coast, North coast, Orkney and Shetland (Which you must do by the way). Cant wait to see more of your tours. Keep it up
Regards Mike & Pauline Kilbride
Just found your vlog and love it. We are relative newbie Moho-owners, she’s called Komi, and we have never been to Scotland. It is on our bucket list soon!
Aw thank you 😁 hope you have many happy adventures in Komi!
Thank you, slight misspelling Should have read Koni! X
Slipping belt as damp and no grip I would imagine.
I’m loving your videos of my favorite country in the world! Just discovered y’all and can’t wait to see more of your travels 😃🏴
BTW, WHEREVER did you get your Highland cow bobble head on your dashboard?? I LOVE it and have been searching online but can’t find one.
Thanks for sharing your fun, exciting travels❣️
Aw thank you 😁 glad you’re enjoying the vids! We got it in a local shop in Braemar haha love her!
Really enjoyed this video and you have a lovely channel debs fan xx 🤗.....
Thanks so much 😊
Merveilleux
Thank you! 😁
@@highlands2hammocks with pleasure 🙏
We went Mull 12 years ago and been back ever since, went Shetland 4 years ago. Went Orkney and skye at the end of August and various other west coast Scotland places including John o groats and N500 etc. Loved seeing all the places again in your videos x we have two dogs now and a 6 year old so hope to take them. The weather tho for us had always been awesome. We havent been in winter tho yet x Glencoe and Skye are stunning tho aren't they. Have a fab Xmas guys x
Such beautiful places! 😁 glencoe in the winter with snow is just out of this world! No where like it 😍 safe travels!
Well done swimming ! Great views , thanks guys x
Thanks for watching 😁
Gemma and Campbell. You two are the best. literally. I love watching your videos and especially your scotland travel videos. Nothing beats a Scottish travel vlog than an awesome Scottish couple. Much love!
Thank you so much!! Always appreciate the support 😁
Love your videos,keep up the good work....
Glad you like them! thank you 😁
Ahhh, Lower Daibaig… I’ve been there. Went to see a pub on the side of Loch Ness that wasn’t a pub and wasn’t on the side of Loch Ness. Cracking little place though.
Its such a peaceful little spot 😊 yeah its a little bit away from Loch Ness haha
@@highlands2hammocksit was used as the location for Loch Ness in the Ted Danson film of the same name. The house at the far end was the pub.
Unfortunately the pizza shop was closed when we were there ( Port Henderson) .....what an excuse to go again when its open 😁 . We were held at ' antler point ' by Callum when he stuck his nose through the car window ......I know we shouldn't have but a dark chocolate Tunnocks wafer allowed us to escape 😂 . Great video as ever , drive safely and enjoy Skye 😀.
Aw it is our favourite spot in Wester Ross and the owners are so lovely 😁 haha thanks for watching!
WOW!!!😵😵😵
Glad you like it! 😁
Diabaig is pronounced Jiabeg.
Interesting! thanks 😁
The letter J does not exist in Gaelic. Many words which begin with D, followed by a vowel, are pronounced as though the D is a J.
E.g. Dearg, the Gaelic word for red, is pronounced "Jerag"
Turned off at the vegetarian haggis ffs.
😂😂
love your accents!! great vlog! Thank you.
Bloody hell you are brave getting in that water them nuts will have had it 😂
hahaha they disappeared for a while