RV Newbie: Tips & Must Have Gear for Beginners
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When i was a 71 year old solo RV lady with a flat tire on my fifth wheel, the tow truck driver said 'I have to go in to town to get the right size socket to get the tire off.' I was able to say 'wait - I have one in my silverware drawer!' I also keep the spare fuses there because you know how hard it is to remember where you keep the things that you need often, but not often enough to remember where they are. How much silverware does a solo rver need.
On fresh water hoses, I always connect the two ends together when not in use, it keeps dirt and bugs from getting inside them. Good video, thanks for sharing.
Steve Knepper great tip, thanks.
Seems such common sense. Great tip. I wasn’t doing that but going forward I will.
Just run water through it before hooking up. Closing the two ends promotes a jungle of mold. Leave it open.
Grow that mould
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"The adventure start immediately." This is the best advice that has changed my perspective on RV travel.
OMG!! your face when you said "yeah" to taking off some weight for the hitch! Hilarious!! 2:54
100% shocked I could have forget that. Unreal. Makes me cringe just thinking about how I I almost dropped the rig. If you go back to see the video, I actually accelerated trying to get the stinger "unstuck".
@@KeepYourDaydream Wow, I just replayed that part. :0 . Hey man I must say, you have the coolest personality and family!!! Wish I had a friend like you. Been watching your videos since you started making videos lol I was like 20 years old. Maybe one day me and my wife will see yall on the road.
@@KeepYourDaydream yet, you handle an embarassing moment like a champ. I litter laughed my butt of when I saw your face! 🙃
I remember watching that episode...his face was in total shock, there's no other word to use for his expression!
I thought that was funny too it would’ve been interesting to see him pull forward. I called those moments brain freeze. It happens at every age
You should do a "Best Of" showing all the worst failures you have had. Blow outs, the awning, the low wires, etc.
Opening shot, Marc carrying stinky Slinky down the highway. I would LOVE this. Good learning for everyone and would make me feel better about myself
Awnings lol
Great idea!
Newbie here doing some homework before first purchase. Thanks for this video!
I hope newbie folks understand your tips are worth their weight in gold 🥇
Thanks!
@@KeepYourDaydream I will use their hindsight as my foresight
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OMG I DO!!!
Thanks for the refresher M and T. Regarding blowouts. BEFORE you go on your first trip get the proper jack for the trailer and find out where the jacking points on the trailer are. One place they aren’t is the axle. Ask me how I know.
Sandra Westley from the UK yes always travel with a jack that will take you axle weight, we had a blow out on our 4x4 front drive in France, and we were on the exit of the Motorway which had a slope, and with 2 jacks one an axle jack, we had a job holding the weight of the vehicle to be able to change the tyre, not only that we were stuck in France for 5 days to get the replacement, so. Have to find a camping site close by and wait for the replacement, in the UK we would have been able to get sorted straight away, at least within a couple of hours. It’s like a total back water France.
Great video! Love that you got an Airstream! Can wait to see you back out on the road!🥰 Love the sneaky little hand too. 20:34🖐🏼😂
I watched that first essentials video about 2 years ago when I purchased my first travel trailer and I haven’t missed an episode since. Now we are planning our next purchase. Love your videos. Keep up the great work
Great video - good advice - what we've learned: 1) Bring along some extra sections of sewer hose - you never know - especially on full service sites. 2) put your filters as close to the rig as possible - this will cut down on smell/taste from the hose. 3) TPMS absolutely necessary. If you can't afford it, you need to cut out something else. 4) I always use max sidewall pressure. The only downside is it may ride more rough - but with the condition of roads and potholes on interstates, i'd rather rough riding than damaging a tire. 5) You discussed Lynx levelers - this is 1960s tech - an absolute necessity in my world is Anderson Levels coupled with Level Mate Pro. Its now a one-person, one try job. Nothing is more simple.
Yessss!!!! This is exactly what I love about you guys! The ideas the tips and how honest and straight to the point you guys are!
Awesome, let me get my notepad. This is what I need right now, well this and a Mexican restaurant that lets me inside and gives me chips and salsa. I miss you restaurants.
Thank y'all so much for all your videos (and the still shots so that this momma with easily triggered motion sickness can actually watch them). We are a family of 10 (8 kids and 2 parents) moving into our RV on Tuesday for some full- time living/ traveling. You have given us so many great ideas of what we NEED to get started and have calmed my fears about beginning this journey.
I remember so many of those moments with your family and often said to my wife “wow they handle stuff so well” still fun to watch after a couple of years of doing so
I have been watching you guys so long, and am so AMAZED at how you get along together! Pressure reveals where you find friction and you guys are simply AMAZING!! I hope to find such a GREAT mate!
I would like to thank you for all the newbe videos three years ago and the recertification today. You make me look like have been RVing for years then it is only months. 🤴🤴
Great video. You guys are helping us a lot being RV beginners. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge and expertise. We truly appreciate it.
Great video, Been a RVing for years and still learning new things from you two. You have a beautiful family!
I absolutely love you guys. Every show is so entertaining and informative. You haven't left out anything that is not important for a newbie. It took us a couple years to figure out all the stuff you mentioned that can and will go wrong. Thank you so much!
You guys are great. I've camped a lot (tent) in the past and my wife wanted to get a travel trailer so I had to learn all about camping a different way. Your videos are very informative and I hope to genuinely love it as much as you guys do. Thank you VERY much for sharing your experiences and opinions on products!
"this is where you get out the duct tape..." No truer words have ever been spoken!
We are currently tenters, looking for an RV. Duct tape has been on my checklist in packing for years!
The stinky slinky part and that scene when you realize you forgot something crack me up everytime.
Very informative video. I'll forget most of it probably but that's why TH-cam is useful because I can rewatch when needed
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with great information. We are 12 weeks away from taking delivery of our new 5th wheel and we will have everything we need to "start" our new adventure. Hope to see you on the road. Marc and Kathy.
Just bought my first travel trailer this month to full time out of. Everything you listed I thought, “duh.” But that’s only because I’ve been watching and learning from/with you for years! Thank you for preparing me and entertaining me at the same time! You all are awesome.
This is the quickest 30 minutes 😢
I always want MORE !!!!!!
Well done, you are so great at sharing your experience and knowledge.....Helping people be safer on the road and have better experiences!!!! Thanks
Was expecting him to mention to check the wheel lug nuts for the proper tightness in foot pounds and maybe Carrie a torch wrench with you too.
Knowledgeable, funny, energetic, positive. You two are the BEST! Truly enjoy watching your videos and I LOVE the Airstream. Thanks for all that you do and the information you share. My husband and I are new to RV travel. Your "Tips and Gear for Beginners" in addition to your "Set Up" and "Tear Down" checklists made our first several trips a breeze. Keep up the great work and thanks again.
Although it is not technically a tool, more of a supply, but even you mention the item in the intro. We never leave without a roll of duct tape, and also a roll of Eternabond tape in case a branch tears our roof material or for any other leaks. These two will get you out of a lot of jams until more permanent repairs can be made.
Perfect timing! We just put a deposit/hold on our first camper. It’s a 2017 Keystone Bullet 2070BH. We have made a list of necessities and wants. This should also give us some more ideas of what to get.
Thank You Mark and Trish! You guys are the reason we are starting our journey!
I've been Rving in a motorhome for about 18 years. I have a ton of friends with trailers and 5th wheels. You did a great job explaining everything for newbies. I would suggest for anyone buying a trailer or 5th wheel to go straight to the tire store and buy a much higher rated tire. The factory tires are always a blow out problem.
Impressed, very impressed. Short. To the point. No “how to”, just the list. Luv you guys. Keep up the good work.
So guys, having you there on Monday mornings is a blessing. We love our freedom thru RVing and you help us plus inspire us. We look at most You Tube RV channels- your strongest asset is your presentation info and your personality. What I like especially is Marc's knowledge retention plus knowing if he could he would hire someone to do the work.!
perfect time for this video!! just made a deal to buy my first “home” yesterday. 28 ft travel trailer 💘💘 so excited! thanks for this video!
How are your travels going??
Another great video guys! Thanks for all the helpful information. One item that you didn't mention, that is not a must have but I have found to be extremely helpful is a high quality battery powered impact wrench. This makes changing a tire so much easier/efficient. Also, be sure you have a proper jack with the appropriate capacity (or a rapid jack) that will allow you to "lift" your trailer high enough to be able to change your tire.
I'm in tears! I laughed & I cried...following you all and this collaboration brought it all together. Nice work! Oh, and of course, informative, too!
These Newbie Vids are Soooooo Helpful you guys have been a blessing! 💙🚍
I like your new airstream.
Love your guys videos keep up the great work
This is so helpful! It's a ton of information and definitely overwhleming but having it all in one place is amazing! Thank you!
Great information for the beginner. I found you all several years ago when I was looking into buying a travel trailer and search for beginner information and loved what you had to offer. Please keep the videos coming!
“Owe my knees”.
And the choir said “Amen!”
I laugh so hard every time I see the “Stinky Slinky” clip! You guys are great comedians! Thanks for making my day!
I crack up every time I see it also!
Perfect! There are so many videos on any given topic to have to rummage thru until you find the one that provides the right Information in the most simple and efficient way. I appreciate the way you provide, in text IN the video, the product name and price so I can pause and take notes or screenshot. Very helpful! Thank you guys!
Wow! Your game is on point. Great in depth information. This falls right behind your video about trailer and tow capacity as my favorite informational video. Thank you!
My favorite show of each week.
Thanks for keeping up with us subscribers!
i never knew until watching this that couples like this exist, such cohesion wow im shocked
Love
We do exist and probably are the norm.
Awesome video KYD. I always love how detailed you guys get in your videos. Looking forward to the 2020 travel season ourselves.
CAN’T Wait for Trish’s organizational video on this rig! 🥰
It's going to be good this time. Really good. Some of the stuff she found is amazing! It's good to be back in a smaller rig where everything has a place.
Keep Your Daydream i’d like to see all the kitchen stuff. Does she only have 3 pans?
When we stayed in my girlfriend's grandparents motorhome (This was back in 2015, and didn't know anything about RVs), we would bring the non-potable hose through the bathroom window to flush the black tank before disconnecting the stinky slinky.
That's actually a good idea in leu(loo?) of a dedicated flush connection.
Such a great video! It's always a good reminder of what the essential necessities are as we get back to thinking about camping season!
Wow!!! What a difference 4 years make!!! Lol!! Thanks for including the clip of Mark walking down the side of the road dragging his sewer hose!!! That puts me in tears every time!!
Great info guys. You're killing it!! Sooooo happy for you! Stay safe! Esty, RN
I still have the last list typed up and placed in one of the storage bins in our trailer. I use it each time we set up. I have caught myself several times not going by the check list and forgetting something.
Love your new airstream and truck. Our family got a new F350 dually and a new Vengeance 420V12. That's only been used in the driveway
Congrats... We just got our new F350 dually too
Okay, great job explaining tire pressure. There are so many mixed messages out there and I believe you were right on.
Really good job on this video.
Thank you for another great video. One essential I would add is flares and reflective triangles. We use battery-operated flares. We totally agree that tires safety is very important.
My wife and I purchased our first travel trailer and will receive it this May. We're so excited to use it. Thank you for the tips and the tips from your subscribers.
I learned that the TPM on rubber valve stems can cause failure of valve stems. It happened to us so switch to steel valve stems
Never hear of this.
Do you mean for a D rated tire, or higher, you need high pressure valve stems? That I definitely agree with.
I have never heard of or seen issues with rubber valve stems and TPMS systems.
Frankly, the hard style are prone to leaking.
@@orenkern9778 We were traveling last year in Iowa at 65 mph when our TPM went off for a tire failure. Got pulled over in time to not ruin the tire. Took tire to Goodyear tire ( we run Endurance tires}. The shop found our valve stem was broken half way through. checking other tires we found the valve stems were floppy. Had all changed to steel vale stems. Tire store conclusion was the weight of the TPM was making the valve stem flex.
Had the same thing happen to one of the truck tires a few months after adding an external tire pressure sensor. No more issues like that after switching to steel stems.
If you look at factory setup in cars trucks the TPM is mounted on the short side of the valve stem inside the tire, rubber valve stems where never designed to hold weight on the long end. I change all my RV valve stems to bolt in steel stems
Wine is a must for a first 😂
Great video! It’s always good to go back to the basics at the beginning of each camping season! Looking forward to next Sunday’s video. Have a safe week and Happy Easter.
Just wanna say thanks for putting this and your other videos together. Lots of noob questions answered in a concise and well put together video. Also refreshing to see an update on the first video y’all did.
“Sign came outta nowhere...know what I’m saying” 😂
He is a comedian. I miss when he is not on.
Lol
I also like to have a spare tire and a jack!!
Or two spare tires! ;-) (old KYD joke)
My husband and I decided when he gets back from deployment that were going to do this! I'm scared but excited!
From one soldier to another, safe return brother. 101 ABN DIV
@@williamwesley4583 thank you so much! Luckily he's in one of the safer places.
Great video guys! We have been RVing over 15 years and always carry tools! When you need them and have them they are worth their weight in gold!!
I’ve never been a huge fan of the airstreams, maybe after this season, you guys will help change my mind.
Because of the looks???? Without a doubt the best built camper you can buy on the road without spending a fortune.
Jacob King well that’s funny 🤣!
😂 ...without spending a fortune?
@@SpykersB you spend what 60-70 on one and it lasts a life time. Or you spend 30-50 on one and it lasts 10 years before everything starts falling to pieces.
Jacob King sure you can buy a new bambi for around 60G 🇨🇦, as for last a life time, just the exterior shell, but think about this, if you spend 100G minimal for a 22fter (in 🇨🇦), your gonna take care of it, thus last a lot longer than others but i’ve heard of the same issues with airstreams as other rv’s, like rotted floor etc., there is nothing affordable about airstreams. So its more like you spend 25G on a rv same length of the airstream, get more storage, more space. There is nothing inside that outlasts any others. They are cool, and have good resale value because they are extremely over priced to begin with. As for ‘Bang for your buck?......resale, and the social cool factor. Cheers 🍻
One tool you didn’t mention is a torque wrench for torquing the wheel lug nuts periodically
And knee pads.
Is there a difference between a torque wrench and a lug wrench? I only ask because the first tool he mentions in his tool section is a lug wrench.
@@JodysJourney big diff between the two. The lug wrench is used to only remove/put the nuts on/off the tires. The torque wrench allows you to set the proper lug nut torque setting so you don't strip the lugs(over tightening is a big mistake). It's an important step in the process but I wouldn't say its absolutely necessary. You can always go to a tire shop and most will torque them for you.
@@JodysJourney Yes, a torque wrench allows you to preset how much "omph" you put into the lugs, usually about 100 ft. lbs. I doubt most people have one and just go for "That seems about right."
Most tire shops don't torque on lug nuts appropriately; they run then on with an air gun until the gun stops.
You aren't going to strip a lug nut. To tight is bad as it stretches the threads and the thread pressure is what actually keeps them secure.
Great video! Thank you for the refresher course! Reminded me of a few things we need to pick up before hitting the road again.
I'm just starting out and will be living in my RV full time and I'm so overwhelmed now. I am so glad I found your channel! Thank you!
First thing we load up is Pinot Noir for “wifey” lol.
Like they say Happy Wife Happy Life..
Truly a very useful video! Great information. Sunday’s are not right without KYD. Thanks
Just bought our FIRST camper this weekend. We pick it up tomorrow. Your videos are really helpful and fun. Can’t wait to start camping!!!
My wife and I are newbies to full size tow-behind campers, having just purchased a 28-footer. We've been camping with a pop-up for 10 years or so, and are excited to be moving into a hard-side rig. I didn't know what I didn't know, until I starting binge-watching your videos. Fantastic video series! I plan to watch a bunch more. Your Day in the Life video made me smile many times. You have a wonderful family (including your retriever... he's a beautiful pet). Have added all of the essential items to my Amazon 'RV' List, and after seeing what I can find at Harbor Freight tomorrow, I'll be placing my Amazon order. Thanks for the great series!!!
Trish talking about timing the tire change reminded me of the scene in "A Christmas Story" where Ralphie sent the lug nuts flying in the snow. Good video. Thanks!
Hi! My family and I just completed the maiden voyage of our new travel trailer. Thanks for the great Newbie information. I watched this video before the trip and now after the trip. Definitely appreciate your videos :)
Extremely informative for an "about-to-be" newbie like me who is gathering information in preparation for traveling in an RV hopefully in the not too distant future. Your insights/recommendations are very much appreciated!
You mark and Trish do give us the best essential information that any one should want to know.
New to RVint here... Refection 297rsts for one month now, I'm pretty sure you guys have saved me from a lot of "dips in the road." Thanks, keep'em coming.
MUCH Love, Bryan.
The TPMS is pricey but it saved our bacon twice on a trip from PA to Key West. First flat was a fast leak that was caused by a piece of palm tree puncturing the tire somehow. At least that's what the guy from AAA said. We lost pressure in the tire FAST. It's worth every penny.
If you get to the Northeast, go inland in Maine to Moosehead Lake. So, so beautiful and pure Maine. "The way life should be."
Yay! They used Stinky Slinky!! That’s what I called it when we went on our first RV trip
oh man, the tire topic is such a big one. But you did a great job at explaining. And Trish's idea about gifts is a total treasure!
Awesome that you selected an Airstream this time around, beautiful trailer. Great intro walkthrough and now this updated newbie “must have essentials” video specific for your Airstream, very appreciated. We just purchased our first RV trailer, a 2019 Airstream International Signature 27ft, in February, and are working to get it ready for the first adventure trip in June!
I'm so excited for this season, it'll definitely be one of the best ones yet, love yall!
Have seen this video several times; ALWAYS see something I didn't notice before. Thanks so much for sharing, Marc and Trish!
Y'all Be Safe!
We just got back from our first trip with our first RV (6 weeks with a 5th wheel) and we had everything we needed because I watched your first newbie video and went to the links below. This is so helpful for newbies. Thanks for the great content - keep it up. BTW, we spent four days in Georgetown!!
Thanks for your travels they mean a lot to me each week. Thanks bigH.
Thanks for all the info and the laughs.
Watching your expression when trying to unhitch without lowering the tongue-jack was priceless.
I really enjoy watching the Newbie Needs for the RV. I just purchased my first RV, a camper van, and went through your list as well as a few other lists, and made some purchases based on common recommendations. I have also created my wish list for the family and on it is the TPMS which I hope to get for Mother's Day or my birthday. Thank you for the great information, hope to meet you during my travels. Stay healthy, stay safe.
Good video, Just found your channel, love the content. I can tell you’ve been doing this for a while, we just started and see much work it is. You make it look easy.
About 30 years ago we were towing a 26ft rig, and you are RIGHT about mindset being most important. The truck we were using was marginal at best and we kept a cool mindset and went slow and steady. To this day, we still randomly say the phrase we repeated so many times lugging up the hills... "temp - good, oil pressure - good, speed BAD!" It was scary towing, but at the time we had no other choice. And now we remember that goofy mantra and laugh every time we mention it.
Beautiful rig!!! Happy Easter. Be safe keep up the good work
This is a great series of tips! Wish I would have seen it when we first got started with our camper-so many learning moments 😆
love the channel, i've been looking at picking up my first RV, and the videos have helped me out a lot to prepare.
Awesome. Thanks again for the great information and reminders. Hope you guys are coming through Pa. this year!
This is so good and I appreciate you sharing your knowledge. We are buying our first travel trailer on Friday and this will be our guiding light when we pick it up. Thank you!
Awesome Video mark and Trish. Cant wait to see what's in store for 2020.
I love “ mind the dip” . I was there last year. Broke down on top of a mountain pass at Banner Summit Idaho. We had the most beautiful view of a public toilet in the world.
Seriously I think I might have to get mind the dip tattooed on my body. RVing is my favorite thing to do and I seem to hit a lot of dips! Love your channel!
It's great to see you guys back in a travel trailer! looking forward to more videos.
This is fantastic info. Retiring August 1 and going full time. While I knew I needed most of these, your discussing different types and reasons for each was super helpful. Thanks.
Excellent information thank you for so much inspiration we will be beginning our weekend trips in May, we are all set to roll and confident thanks to you both!
It’s so nice to see that you guys aren’t perfect. But you handle it so well too. I think a lot of TH-camrs and social media in general paints a rosier picture than is it really is for them so your refreshing.
You did a great job of covering the essentials for take off, to a newbie it could feel overwhelming to outfit with the necessities for a moving forward baseline. Good Luck on your new adventures we will be looking forward to viewing in and feeling empowered to set our own trips. Be Well, Be Safe and Happy Trails.