I really like this guy, he just went out and did it, now I wanna do it too, I appreciate just a pure experience and the fact that he shared it. Way good work keep it up!
As always, great content! I've been doing this in my 98 Suburban for years. Mine has dual batteries under the hood, and I've made curtains for each window. They're black fabric sewn to velcro, and look like really dark tint from a distance. Really helps for the truck stop parking lot lights. Happy trails!
Congrats Jimmy, on your first snow night out. Young or old, we all had to start somewhere. A few North Dakota native pointers. I agree with others on a GOOD snow brush, also if your wipers are the type that you can pull back, leave them pulled pack. this way they won't freeze to the windshield overnight and you won't RUN INTO them when using your snow brush, this can be done on the rear window also. A " Ice shield" windshield cover is a great thing instead. Also. try waring a " BUFF " , or a beanie hat while sleeping pulled down over your nose. Also in cold weather, below 20 deg. F. put one of your propane bottles in the foot area of your sleeping bag to keep it warm, this will make the heater ignite much faster and with less flaring. This is a must at -40deg F. were propane stops converting from liquid into a gas and will be burnt as a liquid. This is when BAD fires will happen. A good short handled shovel will go a long way in many terrains. Don't just thro your snowy gear like your treads in the back randomly, clean them off first, and if possible have a box or bag for them. If you needed to spend another night in the truck, this snow will melt and will make sleeping damp. Glad you got to enjoy a little winter wonderland. looks like we hooked another one. ;)
Welcome to the fun..I'm a truck driver ..so I know. How you feel.. congrats first time. The memory of the first time ..many others will come I hope. Keep your fuel tank full of you ever have to idle for heat inr extreme cold.. and get some flamible brake cleaner for a starting fluid cheaper than ether. And safer if the can starts spraying inside the cab deadly...but the flamible brake cleaner isn't as bad but it will start your truck if needed ..make Shure it says flamible on the can or it won't work. ..love your channel I have a 99chevy blazer 378'000 Mike's on it and still going strong 3.8 L..hope we see more of em camping trips
I have always had landcruisers, however after owning a 97 suburban for the past 7 years, I love the the suburban's way more. Those things will never let you down if you take care of them.
My thinking is this. You know you're going out into a lot of snow. I question why not bring along a simple snow brush ice-scraper to clean those windows you need to see out of. Yes, you had those go treads but no snow shovel. A bigger snow event and you could have been stuck like Chuck. Tow straps and a good winch is an excellent idea. I liked the video and I to enjoy big snow events. I am always open to ideas and suggestions. I only wish to help and look forward to the next video
The trick with snow/sand ladders is to put a long length of para cord on them and when you use them attach then to your tow point, so when you get moving they come with you and you don't have to stop again till your on solid safe ground, then collect them up and carry on.
My mister heater would use the bottle up 1/2 way through the night, and /or would shut off because of the o2 monitor. My buddy had an older suburban and would put pre-cut to fit cardboard in the windows. I did this in my pick up truck with a SnugTop on it and it worked well to keep heat in and give darkness and privacy.
Back in the 70's I used to do similar in my 67 Ford Fairlane station wagon. Drive to the ski areas and camp out overnoc in the parking lot. Wake up there and get first powder.
Will you tint your rear side windows for more privacy when stealth camping? Also you can add the window wind deflector/ visors so you can crack down your windows a little bit without noticing it from the outside
People who live in rural areas that get a lot of dry snow are delusional thinking they are experts in driving in any condition. Try driving in a packed city with hills, cars everywhere, buildings, people etc. being feet or yards away from you while the road conditions can change from block to block from being ice, snow, slush, ruts, floods or any combination of the above. Now that takes skill.
I know this was 9 months ago but I'm cut from the same cloth. My love for winter camping gives me the gitty feels. God's creation we get to experience when we have the right equipment. Hoping for some great snow storms this year in the cascades here in Oregon. Cheers to some new adventures!
I stealth camped outside of Nashville during the total eclipse in 2017. It was not cold. But during my son's time in Boy Scouts we winter camped six years in a row during January in Ohio at 0 degrees our first time. We have no tent and you have to build a shelter out of plastic. Winter camping In my Suburban would be a piece of cake.
Great video, just you and some basic things! Just tried my 1st night out in 12 degree Fahrenheit with pretty much exactly what you had and I must say it was exciting can't wait to do it again
Lol come to Minnesota! We commute in weather like that, wake up -20 hoping your vehicle starts. 4 wheel drive where I'm at is a must, because they're horrible at plowing!
Love the videos. Love that your not afraid to be a novice. A lot of “experts” on here. Nothing wrong with learning on the go as long as your safe. Keep up the cool content!
@@1RoadGarage Can you do a video on how you first bought your truck? Cuz I'm having a hard time trying to find a good conditioned truck for truck camping.
It is fun. I use to sleep in my suburban. I have double limo tint on the windows, and I did cardboard cutouts for the windows so I could use light inside.
Jimmy good morning brother, thanks for the quick demonstration on the Diode Dynamics fog lights convinced me to purchase them! The output looks on point! I didn't have a chance to go to Yosemite for the snow myself this year but man looks like you had a great time! Definitely need more content like this. Shout-out from Fresno CA.
I LOVE your truck! Please do a video overview of it and tell us all about it. Looks like you have plenty of room to camp in the back of it. Maybe find a new place for that spare tire. Awesome video!
It would probably be worth looking into one of those compact battery booster packs so you can ease your mind knowing you will be able to start your car in the morning.
@@1RoadGarage great video man I just subbed really cool and humble guy I hope you grow and have a blast doing this! When you cranked that heater I said I hope he has a co2 detector those heater can get dangerous. Just a suggestion theirs another cool youtuber I watch named foresty forest look at his videos for inspiration he's very humble and has a great van build on his channel that I think you'd love to see for knowledge and what not. But either way just a tip. Reaoly good video man
This guy is why all the idiots from California screw up driving in the winter in Denver! That snow was NOTHING! I drive through deeper stuff in my Acura RL!
@@rayjos0424 California driving is a lot different when they're not in all 4 elements of the season. Give them snow and ice, they panic and go get a latte with sprinkles.
Been doing this for 2+1/2 years. In Wisconsin. Even in 25 below zero Fahrenheit actual temp. -50 wind chill. No special gear and a sleeping bag rated for "cool weather" 35 above.
I had a 1982 Dodge conversion van with a fold-down bed in the back that was a great little camper and removable swivel Captain chairs in the middle with swivel Captain chairs up front so you could put a table in between them and with the raised fiberglass roof you could sit and play cards drink booze yeah it was a cool little camper.
@@m212ab that half ton Dodge Ram conversion van had blackout curtains you can do what you want without being visible myself I had a microwave and a TV on the front seats swiveled around you could get out in the woods wilderness camping up north in Wisconsin only wood land creatures not a Wayside
In any city you will see many kinds of parked vehicles, including vans that look like contractors. Take a close look at their roofs for ventilation fans, a sure sign that is actually a full time Vanlifer who lives there, hiding in plain sight
It's kind of funny watching this from my point of view. It gets -40 here and we get twice that much snow and I drive 240 miles a day for work in it lol. What you did is my daily routine all winter long.
Thank you, always wondered about this. I'm leaning towards an AWD Transit van w/solar on the roof and storage batteries to power electric blankets. I think it can be done for not too much $$ since the blankets don't draw too much.
Adding some reflextix(foiled bubble insulation) to the back windows will help hold heat and conceal your actions. If on velcro you can pop it off to drive. They do it in campers for winter camping. Can be found in any home improvement store or as them windshield covers....basically the same. Then put something as a divider like a wool blanket, or a moving blanket...so you can use your heaters as a stove to cook and light with out have trouble being spotted.
Just remember people He was just having a new experience and having a blast doing something he had never done ! Yes I did giggle a little but this is a every day experience for me but it isn't for him. p.s I drive a 1995 Yukon :)
You should use those glow sticks to save your batteries, also watch Wonderhussey, she took those windshield reflectors and cut them to fit your windows, they will keep the light out and light in plus help keep you warm. I love my Mr Heater. Have used it everywhere including ice fishing huts with no problems.
Great content, awesome video. That’s a very nice truck. Stealth camping in a blizzard means there is very little chance that law is going to come a-knocking in the middle of the night telling you to move on. Thank you for posting
Thought this would be more exciting. I live in Northern MICHIGAN. I lived in the back of a 69 Firebird in the Rockies.Alot of people talk about sub zero temps in Alaska.Are from Socal takin a vacation.Must be nice.Have a good day,sir.
I have a Tahoe that I converted to a bed in the back !!! I have been doing this secretly on trips to the mountains with my cat. I didn't know that I was stealth camping but I admit it was my intent to be sneaky and not pay hotel bills. I'm a stealth camper youtube !!!!
When I was finished with my enlistment in the army, I had to live in my '00 Blazer for 2 weeks while I was clearing. They wouldn't let me stay in the barracks, had no rooms to rent on base, and I couldn't afford a hotel for that long. So I "stealth camped" in various spots at Ft. Hood, sometimes the MP's would wake me up and tell me "You can't sleep here". Yeah ok, guess I'll go find somewhere else to park then, fuckers.
I used to live in the back of my GMC Jimmy every weekend during the duck hunting season up here in Minnesota. That was way back in the 70's and 80's, always felt like an adventure tailgate camping at different sloughs around the state and North Dakota. I was always on more of a mission than just spending the nite away from home tho.
Propane heaters do make alot of moisture so in your truck it may not the best as it will make all the windows wet and they could freeze just giving you more issues
It probably would have been better to put the tracks under the front tires. The front tires will have more weight on them and will have more traction. You should also look into replacing your front axle lock with a manual cable one (cable lock around $160). it's common for the 4 wheel drive not to work because of the front differential not being engaged. The front axle locks from a heat expansion solenoid. I would also do some research on airing down your tires. It gives you a lot more traction on snow and off-road.
I love the videos! Man I’m building up my 96 Sierra to hit up Pine Cove/Idlywild next year winter time! Hopefully I can make it out this year! I just got my windows tinted and am getting a lift kit and new wheels and tires.
hey jimmy ive watched some vids of you changing oil, raising truck, safety tips, etc. etc. you a funny guy. ive watched vids of lone, stealth camping of mostly experienced dudes. this is the winter i am gonna do this. no chicken out this time. reason? because i just watched your second vid of your experiences with your 1st time camping alone, in winter. i think we bout same age too. imma watch more vids over next few weeks. set a date, place, then go. i can do this stuff. i have a feeling imma learn quite a lot from you on this man... THANKS & keep up your quests out there, it changes us all for the better... Till next...
this is so so cool . i live in a sunny always summer place . so i have never ever felt or saw snow before in my life . watching this is just so awesome .
Here is some outdoors camping advice. If when out in the open air. Have a shovel, dig a hole 2 ft x 4-6ft x 8-12inches deep . W x L x H.. Put dirt along one side.of course you will need a fire to do this. You also need. Rocks around the fire. They will be used in the hole. Rocks should be heated by fire larger rocks take longer to heat but stay hot longer. Put in hole and cover with dug dirt. Put blanket / sleeping bag over area and have a warm spot for up to 6-8 hours.
Grew up in WISCONSIN. Did it several times, when partying at night. One time there was 4 of us. Extra big fire. Some rocks will crack in 2. Did it in August.
Wow beautiful snow! I know its not very deep but for SoCal we take what we can get. Seems like the '95 got a workout and you got to test all of your gear!
Your welcome. I do miss the family vlogs though. I lived in Central CA a couple years back and moved back home to Buffalo NY. The snow if fun to be in for sure. The salt they use on the roads not so much.
I have a '97 that I love, same colors (91k miles, but not quite as clean) which is why I check out your vids. I don't mean to laugh, but I'm in NE Ohio and amused at how you react to what's really quite mild, but keep it up, I love your show and LOVE that Burb. :)
Always check your tire pressures and adjust them when they’re cold before driving in the morning. Be smart and get yourself a set of cleated V-Bar snow chains!
No to chains on a vehicle you like! Get a set of actual winter tires with "three mountains and a snowflake" (Goodyear DuraTrac) rather than the Goodrich on the vehicle because, despite the appearance, those Goodrich tires SUCK as winter tires.
@@midnight-xpress1136 I suffered through one Tug Hill winter with them. I admit I made a mistake presuming they were any good in snow. They are decent all season/all terrain but they *SUCK* as snow tires.
Everybody always gets the heaters name wrong it's a mr. Buddy Heater I have the one that holds two canisters is called the Big Buddy Heater and they're amazing
I stealth camp all the time. That little buddy is overkill. Just your sleeping bag should be enough. I keep in my Suburban a small camp stove, the MSR windburner to be exact, no open flame it's kind of a diffused flame. If things get really bad I can just fire that up for a couple minutes in the morning.
You should have tinted your windows a little bit darker or put something to cover up your windows if you would like to be more comfortable sleeping in your truck
That was poorly filmed, unprofessional, irresponsible, amateur and I loved every minute of it! So good. I could feel your excitement and I was right with you. I went truck camping for the first time in 2020 too and loved it. I'm subscribed. Make more man, that is the shizz. No fancy drone required.
Here's An Epic 4 Year BFG KO2 Tire Update In The Snow: th-cam.com/video/niIG7e_wK8E/w-d-xo.html
It’s “Bill The Butcher” from Gangs of New York.
I was thinking Bert from tremors
He does look like bill the butcher.👍🏻👍🏻😅😅
More like trevor phillips from gta
OMG you're right
Don't talk to any Truckers on the CB radio, you might wake up in the movie Joyride
Candy cane is that you!
rusty nail is talking...his sweet tooth is tingling.
I really like this guy, he just went out and did it, now I wanna do it too, I appreciate just a pure experience and the fact that he shared it. Way good work keep it up!
As always, great content!
I've been doing this in my 98 Suburban for years. Mine has dual batteries under the hood, and I've made curtains for each window. They're black fabric sewn to velcro, and look like really dark tint from a distance. Really helps for the truck stop parking lot lights. Happy trails!
That's a clean suburban my dude! I love the stance, the original wheels, the white. Super super clean. Those 90's GM trucks are worth every penny imo
Congrats Jimmy, on your first snow night out. Young or old, we all had to start somewhere. A few North Dakota native pointers. I agree with others on a GOOD snow brush, also if your wipers are the type that you can pull back, leave them pulled pack. this way they won't freeze to the windshield overnight and you won't RUN INTO them when using your snow brush, this can be done on the rear window also. A " Ice shield" windshield cover is a great thing instead. Also. try waring a " BUFF " , or a beanie hat while sleeping pulled down over your nose. Also in cold weather, below 20 deg. F. put one of your propane bottles in the foot area of your sleeping bag to keep it warm, this will make the heater ignite much faster and with less flaring. This is a must at -40deg F. were propane stops converting from liquid into a gas and will be burnt as a liquid. This is when BAD fires will happen. A good short handled shovel will go a long way in many terrains. Don't just thro your snowy gear like your treads in the back randomly, clean them off first, and if possible have a box or bag for them. If you needed to spend another night in the truck, this snow will melt and will make sleeping damp. Glad you got to enjoy a little winter wonderland. looks like we hooked another one. ;)
Hey I’m from Bismarck
Welcome to the fun..I'm a truck driver ..so I know. How you feel.. congrats first time. The memory of the first time ..many others will come I hope. Keep your fuel tank full of you ever have to idle for heat inr extreme cold.. and get some flamible brake cleaner for a starting fluid cheaper than ether. And safer if the can starts spraying inside the cab deadly...but the flamible brake cleaner isn't as bad but it will start your truck if needed ..make Shure it says flamible on the can or it won't work. ..love your channel I have a 99chevy blazer 378'000 Mike's on it and still going strong 3.8 L..hope we see more of em camping trips
I have always had landcruisers, however after owning a 97 suburban for the past 7 years, I love the the suburban's way more. Those things will never let you down if you take care of them.
Had a 2002 Denali that thing would go anywhere and never let me down
You should cover your windows for more stealth, also, use red lights and no white lights for better night vision.
My thinking is this. You know you're going out into a lot of snow. I question why not bring along a simple snow brush ice-scraper to clean those windows you need to see out of. Yes, you had those go treads but no snow shovel. A bigger snow event and you could have been stuck like Chuck. Tow straps and a good winch is an excellent idea. I liked the video and I to enjoy big snow events. I am always open to ideas and suggestions. I only wish to help and look forward to the next video
Break a window. Air for buddy heater . Fumes. Safe
Usually the front one works the best
Get in that sleeping bag then you can turn that Buddy Heater off otherwise you'll sweat your butt off
Also cuts down on moisture inside the Burban
No no don’t open the Windows you wife is counting on the heater to do it’s job you know the life insurance and Sancho
@@jezzie1965 lol sancho😂
The trick with snow/sand ladders is to put a long length of para cord on them and when you use them attach then to your tow point, so when you get moving they come with you and you don't have to stop again till your on solid safe ground, then collect them up and carry on.
My mister heater would use the bottle up 1/2 way through the night, and /or would shut off because of the o2 monitor. My buddy had an older suburban and would put pre-cut to fit cardboard in the windows. I did this in my pick up truck with a SnugTop on it and it worked well to keep heat in and give darkness and privacy.
Chevy Suburban is totally spacious perfect for truck camping!
16:36 I think you left her in reverse when you got out. Luckily the snow was high enough to stop the ol sub from moving without you.
Yup the backup lights were on lol too funny
Proud of you for giving the Lord the credit he is due,keep up the good work.🙂
Amen
Window curtains will block, a lot of the cold penetration through them. Just a tip be safe
dam right it doesn't let u down! My Suburban is just going on 300,000 still runs great.
Back in the 70's I used to do similar in my 67 Ford Fairlane station wagon. Drive to the ski areas and camp out overnoc in the parking lot. Wake up there and get first powder.
Sounds rad!
Will you tint your rear side windows for more privacy when stealth camping? Also you can add the window wind deflector/ visors so you can crack down your windows a little bit without noticing it from the outside
Um, that wasn't a blizzard.
This is California... bout as close as you get.
True but in CA, anything below 70° is a blizzard
People who live in rural areas that get a lot of dry snow are delusional thinking they are experts in driving in any condition. Try driving in a packed city with hills, cars everywhere, buildings, people etc. being feet or yards away from you while the road conditions can change from block to block from being ice, snow, slush, ruts, floods or any combination of the above. Now that takes skill.
I know this was 9 months ago but I'm cut from the same cloth. My love for winter camping gives me the gitty feels. God's creation we get to experience when we have the right equipment. Hoping for some great snow storms this year in the cascades here in Oregon. Cheers to some new adventures!
FUN!!! This makes me want to switch things up from camping in my Alaskan Overland rig and go camping in my OBS Chevy :D
You need to make some window covers. Then you can use lights.
Get insulated boards and use Velcro tape.
I stealth camped outside of Nashville during the total eclipse in 2017. It was not cold. But during my son's time in Boy Scouts we winter camped six years in a row during January in Ohio at 0 degrees our first time. We have no tent and you have to build a shelter out of plastic.
Winter camping In my Suburban would be a piece of cake.
Great video, just you and some basic things! Just tried my 1st night out in 12 degree Fahrenheit with pretty much exactly what you had and I must say it was exciting can't wait to do it again
I really enjoyed this video. No annoying music or fancy camera work. It was just like being there with you. I'm watching this mid-summer in the UK !
Lol come to Minnesota! We commute in weather like that, wake up -20 hoping your vehicle starts. 4 wheel drive where I'm at is a must, because they're horrible at plowing!
19:34 GAS ATTACK BEGINS !!!! we can hear that through the microphone! haha !! great video brother, hope to see more
I think that’s the windshield wipers 😂
Haha in beginning it was kind of like a found footage horror film
I love my Mr heater... In a small space,low, 100 hrs on a 20# tank.. 40 on high... I've done it in my 97 cherokee...
Love the videos. Love that your not afraid to be a novice. A lot of “experts” on here. Nothing wrong with learning on the go as long as your safe. Keep up the cool content!
Thanks Austin! I can't wait to get out truck camping again!
@@1RoadGarage Can you do a video on how you first bought your truck? Cuz I'm having a hard time trying to find a good conditioned truck for truck camping.
Love this. This is exactly what I want to do with my Suburban.
It is fun. I use to sleep in my suburban. I have double limo tint on the windows, and I did cardboard cutouts for the windows so I could use light inside.
6 inches of snow 😂 we don’t even plow with that little. Guess Maine is different. 👍🏻
In MN we got 2.5ft to 3ft of snow this year and this CA boy got 6inc of snow only and he is acting like end of the world 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Jimmy good morning brother, thanks for the quick demonstration on the Diode Dynamics fog lights convinced me to purchase them! The output looks on point! I didn't have a chance to go to Yosemite for the snow myself this year but man looks like you had a great time! Definitely need more content like this. Shout-out from Fresno CA.
I loved the video man!!! This is honestly on my bucket list.
I LOVE your truck! Please do a video overview of it and tell us all about it. Looks like you have plenty of room to camp in the back of it. Maybe find a new place for that spare tire. Awesome video!
Yes, the spare tire bugs me...
It would probably be worth looking into one of those compact battery booster packs so you can ease your mind knowing you will be able to start your car in the morning.
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I got Vent Visor, leave the back door windows an inch run my Big Buddy ALL NIGHT LONG, I do have a C02 detector
I need one of those
@@1RoadGarage great video man I just subbed really cool and humble guy I hope you grow and have a blast doing this! When you cranked that heater I said I hope he has a co2 detector those heater can get dangerous. Just a suggestion theirs another cool youtuber I watch named foresty forest look at his videos for inspiration he's very humble and has a great van build on his channel that I think you'd love to see for knowledge and what not. But either way just a tip. Reaoly good video man
In Denver we call that affordable housing.
This guy is why all the idiots from California screw up driving in the winter in Denver! That snow was NOTHING! I drive through deeper stuff in my Acura RL!
That bad over in mile high???
Sorry to hear that, man.
Affordable housing should be available for those in the need of a roof over their heads.
@@rayjos0424 California driving is a lot different when they're not in all 4 elements of the season. Give them snow and ice, they panic and go get a latte with sprinkles.
I think maybe I have found the one and only person who gets more jazzed about snow than I do😁!!!
Been doing this for 2+1/2 years. In Wisconsin. Even in 25 below zero Fahrenheit actual temp. -50 wind chill. No special gear and a sleeping bag rated for "cool weather" 35 above.
Reasons why I subscribed
1. 95' suburbans are respectable
2. I've always wanted to do this
3. Nice mustache 👌
Like a rock! Old girl did its job and you made it out. Your first survive trip.
I've never heard the term "stealth camping." I dig it.
It's a pretty cool way to travel from what I've seen through TH-cam. I'm going to try it someday. This was a cool video.
I had a 1982 Dodge conversion van with a fold-down bed in the back that was a great little camper and removable swivel Captain chairs in the middle with swivel Captain chairs up front so you could put a table in between them and with the raised fiberglass roof you could sit and play cards drink booze yeah it was a cool little camper.
@@m212ab that half ton Dodge Ram conversion van had blackout curtains you can do what you want without being visible myself I had a microwave and a TV on the front seats swiveled around you could get out in the woods wilderness camping up north in Wisconsin only wood land creatures not a Wayside
In any city you will see many kinds of parked vehicles, including vans that look like contractors. Take a close look at their roofs for ventilation fans, a sure sign that is actually a full time Vanlifer who lives there, hiding in plain sight
It's kind of funny watching this from my point of view. It gets -40 here and we get twice that much snow and I drive 240 miles a day for work in it lol. What you did is my daily routine all winter long.
Wait where are you from?
Yep my 2001 yukon xl never let me down either. Snow and sand no problem.
Dude you look like a 1700's vaquero with the stash, red handkerchief and dim lighting 🤣
Haha!
Thank you, always wondered about this. I'm leaning towards an AWD Transit van w/solar on the roof and storage batteries to power electric blankets. I think it can be done for not too much $$ since the blankets don't draw too much.
AWD won't work must be a true 4x4...Fyi
You cali folks, need to get up into the mountains to experience snow. Try doing it in a place where no matter where you are there is snow until april
It's good to something over the windows to block the cold and block people from being able to see you. Get a thick fabric maybe tape it.
Lol for a second I thought I was watching Burt from tremors lmao
I was thinking the same thing 🤣😂😂🤣
Adding some reflextix(foiled bubble insulation) to the back windows will help hold heat and conceal your actions. If on velcro you can pop it off to drive.
They do it in campers for winter camping. Can be found in any home improvement store or as them windshield covers....basically the same. Then put something as a divider like a wool blanket, or a moving blanket...so you can use your heaters as a stove to cook and light with out have trouble being spotted.
I love your GMC Suburban... very practical for that type of journey. Cool video. Keep up the awesome stuff.
Just remember people He was just having a new experience and having a blast doing something he had never done ! Yes I did giggle a little but this is a every day experience for me but it isn't for him. p.s I drive a 1995 Yukon :)
Also, get yourself a good snow brush lol saves your hand, arm and sleeves tremendously! A good outside windshield cover don't hurt either. 👍
You should use those glow sticks to save your batteries, also watch Wonderhussey, she took those windshield reflectors and cut them to fit your windows, they will keep the light out and light in plus help keep you warm. I love my Mr Heater. Have used it everywhere including ice fishing huts with no problems.
Great content, awesome video. That’s a very nice truck. Stealth camping in a blizzard means there is very little chance that law is going to come a-knocking in the middle of the night telling you to move on. Thank you for posting
Thought this would be more exciting. I live in Northern MICHIGAN. I lived in the back of a 69 Firebird in the Rockies.Alot of people talk about sub zero temps in Alaska.Are from Socal takin a vacation.Must be nice.Have a good day,sir.
I literally thought Borat was talking in this video hahahaha
I was thinking Mike Rowe
I have a Tahoe that I converted to a bed in the back !!! I have been doing this secretly on trips to the mountains with my cat. I didn't know that I was stealth camping but I admit it was my intent to be sneaky and not pay hotel bills. I'm a stealth camper youtube !!!!
الجمس القديم سياره قمة الثقه والراحه
When I was finished with my enlistment in the army, I had to live in my '00 Blazer for 2 weeks while I was clearing. They wouldn't let me stay in the barracks, had no rooms to rent on base, and I couldn't afford a hotel for that long. So I "stealth camped" in various spots at Ft. Hood, sometimes the MP's would wake me up and tell me "You can't sleep here". Yeah ok, guess I'll go find somewhere else to park then, fuckers.
If you plan on being in more snow you need one of those long scrapers with a brush on the side. Keep your hands dry.
I used to live in the back of my GMC Jimmy every weekend during the duck hunting season up here in Minnesota. That was way back in the 70's and 80's, always felt like an adventure tailgate camping at different sloughs around the state and North Dakota. I was always on more of a mission than just spending the nite away from home tho.
I gotta hang with this guy. Seems like the Coolest dude ever.
Nice stash, you look like a motorcycle cop for sure bro
Having the right gear always helps. Nice video
With that mustache, I want ever sentence to end with “ Ahh wee wee!”
Hahahhaa ahh wee wee man good one bro had me rollin
Love your camping set up simple yet works working on my 99 suburban always watching from California
Propane heaters do make alot of moisture so in your truck it may not the best as it will make all the windows wet and they could freeze just giving you more issues
I want to point out that the carbon monoxide detector was such a key, smart move! Much rather be safe than sorry!
It probably would have been better to put the tracks under the front tires. The front tires will have more weight on them and will have more traction. You should also look into replacing your front axle lock with a manual cable one (cable lock around $160). it's common for the 4 wheel drive not to work because of the front differential not being engaged. The front axle locks from a heat expansion solenoid. I would also do some research on airing down your tires. It gives you a lot more traction on snow and off-road.
Yes, I need to air down... but that means I need onboard air to air back up! 🤔
Neat trip/adventure. I've slept in my truck in summer not winter. Most definitely a learning experience. Pretty snow. Do more. Thanks
Insulated blackout panels for the windows , yes or no ?
Yes! I’ve got that on my list!
@@1RoadGarage please do avid on making them
If only someone would invent something like a brush on a handle to move or sweep stuff like snow off of windows and other surfaces.
I get that excited about snow also!!! 🌨
Dude , I loved you in tremors 2.
Good video. Glad you have a co2 alarm. Hello from Chicago!
A lot of people put their bed on the passenger side. That way if sleeping on the side of the road it is a little more protected.
Looks like a fun time.
I love the videos! Man I’m building up my 96 Sierra to hit up Pine Cove/Idlywild next year winter time! Hopefully I can make it out this year! I just got my windows tinted and am getting a lift kit and new wheels and tires.
hey jimmy ive watched some vids of you changing oil, raising truck, safety tips, etc. etc. you a funny guy. ive watched vids of lone, stealth camping of mostly experienced dudes. this is the winter i am gonna do this. no chicken out this time. reason? because i just watched your second vid of your experiences with your 1st time camping alone, in winter. i think we bout same age too. imma watch more vids over next few weeks. set a date, place, then go. i can do this stuff. i have a feeling imma learn quite a lot from you on this man... THANKS & keep up your quests out there, it changes us all for the better... Till next...
this is so so cool . i live in a sunny always summer place . so i have never ever felt or saw snow before in my life . watching this is just so awesome .
This is sad to never feel or see snow. You might want to plan a vacation to a state that you can experience both.
Here is some outdoors camping advice. If when out in the open air. Have a shovel, dig a hole 2 ft x 4-6ft x 8-12inches deep . W x L x H.. Put dirt along one side.of course you will need a fire to do this. You also need. Rocks around the fire. They will be used in the hole. Rocks should be heated by fire larger rocks take longer to heat but stay hot longer. Put in hole and cover with dug dirt. Put blanket / sleeping bag over area and have a warm spot for up to 6-8 hours.
Wow you must be like a mountain man to know this stuff !
Grew up in WISCONSIN. Did it several times, when partying at night. One time there was 4 of us. Extra big fire. Some rocks will crack in 2. Did it in August.
Wow beautiful snow! I know its not very deep but for SoCal we take what we can get. Seems like the '95 got a workout and you got to test all of your gear!
Hello Jimmy, I've watched you since the Jimmy and Farris show. Hope everyone is good. Enjoy watching your videos.
Wow, thanks Eddy! Glad to see some of the vlog friends still around!
Your welcome. I do miss the family vlogs though. I lived in Central CA a couple years back and moved back home to Buffalo NY. The snow if fun to be in for sure. The salt they use on the roads not so much.
I have a '97 that I love, same colors (91k miles, but not quite as clean) which is why I check out your vids. I don't mean to laugh, but I'm in NE Ohio and amused at how you react to what's really quite mild, but keep it up, I love your show and LOVE that Burb. :)
I always wondered what to do to ensure fresh air?
Especially if using a propane heater?
a good addition to your overland build would be a solar and battery system with a diesel heater
"Not going to stick out like a sore thumb" in a white Suburban in a parking lot no less! Were there any open camp grounds in the area?
Always check your tire pressures and adjust them when they’re cold before driving in the morning. Be smart and get yourself a set of cleated V-Bar snow chains!
No to chains on a vehicle you like! Get a set of actual winter tires with "three mountains and a snowflake" (Goodyear DuraTrac) rather than the Goodrich on the vehicle because, despite the appearance, those Goodrich tires SUCK as winter tires.
I've run All-Terrain T/A® KO2 in compact snow nd ice to sloppy wet Western Wa. Slush on my 78 F-150. Anywhere from 3" to 18" of snow.
@@midnight-xpress1136 I suffered through one Tug Hill winter with them. I admit I made a mistake presuming they were any good in snow. They are decent all season/all terrain but they *SUCK* as snow tires.
Everybody always gets the heaters name wrong it's a mr. Buddy Heater I have the one that holds two canisters is called the Big Buddy Heater and they're amazing
Love those old GMC trucks!! Right on man!
Congratulations Jimmy it's official you are now an Overlander
I stealth camp all the time. That little buddy is overkill. Just your sleeping bag should be enough. I keep in my Suburban a small camp stove, the MSR windburner to be exact, no open flame it's kind of a diffused flame. If things get really bad I can just fire that up for a couple minutes in the morning.
You should have tinted your windows a little bit darker or put something to cover up your windows if you would like to be more comfortable sleeping in your truck
That was poorly filmed, unprofessional, irresponsible, amateur and I loved every minute of it! So good. I could feel your excitement and I was right with you. I went truck camping for the first time in 2020 too and loved it. I'm subscribed. Make more man, that is the shizz. No fancy drone required.