THIS RV TIP PUT US IN THE REPAIR SHOP - Not All RV Hacks Are Smart

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  • This RV hack put our home into the repair shop. Be careful when searching for "quick fixes" because not all RV tips are good ones.
    This episode will help you understand the basics of taking your RV in for service. We show you what to expect and also tell you how we got in for service at the last minute. When things like your black tank stop working, full-time RV living isn't so fun anymore.
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  • @HappilyEverHanks
    @HappilyEverHanks  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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  • @EastsideImelda74
    @EastsideImelda74 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Carl & Nene - “Passthru storage is my home away from home…” I’d buy that T-shirt!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      LOL That is a great idea 😄 Love it!

  • @krisg3984
    @krisg3984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love Nae-Nae’s mechanical ability ❤ Her Dad shoeing her how is priceless .

  • @Ournotsoperfectlife
    @Ournotsoperfectlife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Love it when repairs can get handled so quickly and with such ease guys!! That could have been a much crappier situation! 😆

  • @tw56az
    @tw56az 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you are the only people on TH-cam that can talk about crap for 10 minutes and still be entertaining. I laughed so hard I was flushed...

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣 🙌🏼 LOL we are so glad you can enjoy our humor!! Thank you for everything Tom, your support is awesome!

  • @davidhoward7451
    @davidhoward7451 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    you guys always make me laugh. Even in tough situations you guys always look for the bright side.

  • @kaii2172
    @kaii2172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I already have an RV, but I still watch Matt he is such a genuine ‘good guy’ I just love watching him 😊

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is so awesome to hear! Yes, he really is a great guy 😃

    • @jacquetaylor2714
      @jacquetaylor2714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You have definitely had your problems! But everyone can learn from your attitude. You get more from having a honey attitude than with a vinegar attitude if you need something done.

  • @bettyjorodgers8552
    @bettyjorodgers8552 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad you are going home again.

  • @noidea1962
    @noidea1962 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've been watching Matt, in fact, the magical algorithm that is youtube, suggested you all's channel because of Matt. He's energetic to say the least! LOL Let's Go Now! LOL LOL

  • @NewHorizons2020
    @NewHorizons2020 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dang it I thought that you all were getting a new RV. Lol. We absolutely love RV One. That's where we purchased our Keystone Arcadia 3660rl Fifth Wheel. Top notch service and management.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice! Glad you had a great experience!

  • @ronpa3994
    @ronpa3994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You guys always look at a 1/2 full glass rather than 1/2 empty. Enjoy spending time with you guys ! Glad everything went well and it was fixed. Stay safe and we are looking forward to lots more fun and learning experiences!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you Ron!! We certainly try to 😊 Have a wonderful upcoming weekend! Cheers friend!

    • @valc8758
      @valc8758 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amen!! It sure is refreshing too.

    • @quickeagle7308
      @quickeagle7308 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Black tank half full
      Not glass
      😂

    • @valc8758
      @valc8758 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@quickeagle7308 Two thumbs up!!

  • @jdavisbiblicalco
    @jdavisbiblicalco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At 72 it gets harder to crawl underneath our 5th wheel Keystone Arcadia so I carry a creeper to role completely under the RC to check everything!

  • @Masterchief68
    @Masterchief68 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow! That’s a scary thing to happen! So lucky that Matt called and was able to steer you in the right direction! And a great big KUDO to RVOne for actually getting you guys in for repair so quickly!! We’ve all heard the horror stories of people waiting weeks and months just to get in to a repair shop and then waiting months for parts to show up.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No doubt! We are so grateful for being able to get into this appointment at the last minute, goodness that would have been such a hard thing to deal with for weeks on end. Stay safe out there Bud! It's always a pleasure talking with ya 😃 👋🏼

  • @deborahwade8485
    @deborahwade8485 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love your story telling….so dramatic!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Deborah 🤗 We are so happy you enjoy!!

  • @yorkiemom101
    @yorkiemom101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Way to go Matt and RV One! Glad it was repaired so quickly.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are so happy that it turned out well 🤗 Miss ya'll!!!

  • @williamumbach592
    @williamumbach592 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Karl has super power! Able to bend metal with one hand.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣 Letting Er Rip WAY too hard lately LOL

  • @donkiml5805
    @donkiml5805 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We did a shakedown Cruise of RV after being stored for the winter. Used the RV for a week then went to the dump station and the black tank valve would not open. No matter what I did it would not open. It was a full black tank. Fortunately the dealership that we bought it from got us in within a matter of a couple days and a week later had the valve fixed. In that case the cable had become unattached to the valve. What I learned was water can drip down on the valves stems and can cause them to rust inside the cable housing. So I always put some lithium grease on the shaft of the valve stem when it's pulled out. Then you push it in and out and it keeps things lubricated. Is amazing how it keeps it easy to move when you do that.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Never knew that could happen! Wow, thanks for sharing all of this!

  • @scottmulrooney8483
    @scottmulrooney8483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was it only me that could hear Salt n Peppa in the background singing Push It while you guys were testing the valve? Happy dumping you guys, stay safe!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha! Did that come through on your end? 🤣 Thank you Scott!! Cheers friend!

    • @scottmulrooney8483
      @scottmulrooney8483 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HappilyEverHanks Yeah you, c'mere, gimme a kiss.... Whoa wait, that was meant for Dexter, sorry Carl...... Bbwwaahaha, jk Carl, I'm sure your the Apple of Nae's eye.

  • @douglaskee9715
    @douglaskee9715 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    FYI, we had the exact same issue. This was my long term fix. The factory nuts that hold the valve assembly together are common nuts with a split washer. So they overnighted the at the factory, that is why it’s hard to pull the cable it’s in a bind. Stay with me here, remove said common nuts replace them with nylon lock nuts witch can be precisely tightened and won’t back off. Never had an issue since. Just what worked for me. Anyway love you guys!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Wow! This is very interesting Douglas, thank you for sharing this! We figured it was a bind that was occuring, but couldn't place our finger on what was causing it. We ended up buying a shorter black tank valve system to help with the binding as well and it seems to be doing ok thus far! Cheers!! :)

  • @erinbarrett3363
    @erinbarrett3363 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hi guys!! Been waiting to see what you were there for 🤔. That is awesome they got you in so quickly!! There is always something, people think this full time RV life is the simple life.....nope! So much more goes into this life than the sticks and bricks! Safe travels!

  • @bryan5470
    @bryan5470 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The crew at that RV One in St. Augustine are amazing! They were able to get us in the same day for a new battery the day before we launched our full-time adventure! They even put snap pads on and filled both propane tanks! They were also more than happy to share some valuable tips for RV maintenance while we were waiting! A great store and a great crew! Love Matt's channel as well! Keep up the awesome stuff!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad you had an awesome experience as well!

  • @bobjones53
    @bobjones53 ปีที่แล้ว

    We met Matt at the Ocala RV show. He's friendly and knowledgeable!

  • @kathymills1959
    @kathymills1959 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bet you love when NEW CONTENT just falls in your lap like this... some things you just can't plan! Enjoyed as always!

  • @ariverstonesthrowaway
    @ariverstonesthrowaway 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Isn't it amazing the things you think of when you are just sitting idle in the parking lot - dropping bellies with NeNe! Love it!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL! So true 🤣🙌🏼 Love reminiscing about times like that, they were great memories

  • @Augiebracerofam
    @Augiebracerofam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great to have the extra Valtera valve otherwise the black tank is stuck in perpetual #LetErRip mode. Two things I like about Matt are, 1. he will climb on the ladder and 2. test the Pooping Position #primepoopingposition. Again it shows that you should have spare parts. Thank you for sharing and have a great day.

  • @ryanmcnulty8323
    @ryanmcnulty8323 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watching this as my one external gray tank handle fell off somewhere between Buffalo, NY and Bar Harbor, ME. FUN STUFF

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That happened to us a couple years ago and we had Grand Design just send us a new handle, easy to put back on

    • @ryanmcnulty8323
      @ryanmcnulty8323 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HappilyEverHanks thank you!

  • @lisamoreland707
    @lisamoreland707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol, you crack us up.
    Tomorrow we are moving 3 dogs And 2 cats from Tennessee to Florida. After packing up. We needed something to relax us. ( and some wine) Thank you!

  • @dianasellars6114
    @dianasellars6114 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OH NO< not the black tank... So lucky you were able to get it fixed. RV One goes on our list

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! It’s no fun dealing with the black tank 😅 Thank you Diana! Stay safe

  • @wolf424242
    @wolf424242 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    My wife and I found your channel and binge watched every one of your videos over the last week and we both love your content! Keep up the good work!
    We're in the process of selling our house and closing on June 15th then we're getting a Georgie Boy RV and hitting the road. Maybe one day we'll cross paths!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you both so much!! It's wonderful to meet ya'll 😊 How exciting! Keep us updated with all the DEETS as you guys get closer to selling. Hope to see ya out on the road, stay safe!

    • @valc8758
      @valc8758 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have been RVing for 13 years and learned some neat hacks. #HappilyEverHanks are the coolest.

  • @Bonstergirl
    @Bonstergirl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Yikes! What a mess! So glad Matt came through for you guys. You know, I'm getting my new RV by clicking on the button on one of his reviews and he set me up. Love Matt and Andrea - almost as much as I love you guys!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They are so sweet and full of knowledge!

  • @destinyvillanueva1524
    @destinyvillanueva1524 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dang I don’t think my black tank valve has ever been that slick

  • @Steven-hg4cz
    @Steven-hg4cz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good thing you had that Valterra valve:P

  • @johnnylightning1491
    @johnnylightning1491 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Enough of the old, on to the new, it's Thursday night and your new video is out. Thanks Hanks.

  • @lancewulfers2502
    @lancewulfers2502 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Another great video. Thanks for all the hard work. People don't realize that content production can take from 8x to 20x the length of the content to edit and produce.

  • @michaelfranklin1641
    @michaelfranklin1641 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You know the old saying dodo happens! Lol 😆 uncle Mike 💕

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ain't that the truth!! Much love Uncle Mike!! Thanks for watching 😊

  • @wdbrittain
    @wdbrittain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pretty crappy deal. Butt, it was a good outcome in the end. 😂 I will be here all week folks!

  • @kathleenrutherford733
    @kathleenrutherford733 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Aww im so happy your dilemma turned out so awesomeness cus that's the Hanks way

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Kathleen!! You are always so encouraging and supportive 😊🙌🏼 Much love from the Hanks family

  • @XPLORCAMPER
    @XPLORCAMPER 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think you need to upgrade to the XT let-er-rip 2.0 Hank tank release handle. Seriously though with the way the Hank's luck is going you might want to check your suspension system to make sure its not the next adventure you didn't plan on. I love your positive attitude and the way you look at each unexpected issue as a challenge. Stay safe!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lol this is so true!! We are so over all the repairs and shenanigans… hoping this is it for awhile 😅 Stay safe friend, thanks for watching!!

  • @scrappersdream
    @scrappersdream 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You guys are so real I love it! I watch Matt all of the time he’s great with a ton of information.

  • @snostorm79
    @snostorm79 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Carl, when someone hands you a latte, you’re supposed to say “thanks, a latte!”

  • @Scottylal
    @Scottylal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Woohoo, Thursday! Cliff hangar over I hope! Lol

  • @jasonbruney8842
    @jasonbruney8842 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🤣🤣🤣 @ 3:17! Yall are so fun.

  • @janiceweigold8626
    @janiceweigold8626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great idea getting the part ahead of time.......you're so smart 👍. Glad everything went well for the 3 of you.

  • @opaandomascampingadventures
    @opaandomascampingadventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Never heard of RV One. Good to know we have a chance if we have a problem. As far as maintenance on the pull handles, we spray CRC with teflon on the stems at every cycle of the valve.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This was our second encounter with them, we hadn't heard of them before either. That's a great idea! Thanks for sharing :)

  • @timlord4172
    @timlord4172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The RV community is such a wonderful thing , that if you have a problem there are knowledgeable people that can give you assistance with what you are experiencing!
    Part of the RV life is trying to figure out what you can fix yourself, and then when your deep in it and need professional help. I have personally received very good information from many of the long term RV’ers that have experienced the same trials. Glad that you were able to get er’ done quickly and can now let er’ rip again! 😍

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It truly is Tim! You nailed it. Knowing how to tackle problems head on yourself, while also keeping a balanced and open mindset to suggestions and solutions really helps bring about a fun RV lifestyle. Always learning something new here! Cheers friend 😃 👋🏼

  • @joeyboggs5640
    @joeyboggs5640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fellow full timers.
    We have been on the road for 4 1/2 years full time.
    It’s nice to know that there are other people that have the same problems as us.
    Y’all make it easy to laugh the pain away and have a better outlook on the bad!
    Keep it up!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Joey! How awesome that y’all have been full timing for awhile now 😃🙌🏼 Keep rocking it to the fullest, hopefully our paths cross one day soon!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the kind words and support 😊 Stay safe

  • @frankmitzen2008
    @frankmitzen2008 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I haven't been to a RV one facility yet but I know that they bought out the Ocean Grove RV repair facility in St. Augustine Florida.

  • @marilyngatson2289
    @marilyngatson2289 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I went to pull my grey tank valve and it came completely out. I called a guy you fixes rvs and he wanted to charge me $400. I told him I will figure it out myself. I undid the bottom floor under the rv and could slide the valve into the hole and reconnect it by screwing back into the valve. Saved myself $400 and it works perfect. Sorry for your troubles. Stay positive...

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, glad you were able to fix yourself! The price for them to fix our issue was also around $400.

  • @gra8pmkn
    @gra8pmkn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love how you make all this crap fun! I did get a little worried though, when you said the parts store tested it already....keep up the great Videos!

  • @severecracker3640
    @severecracker3640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I purchased my RV based on Matt. He even corresponded with me in emails.
    I’ve learned a lot from Matt

  • @tumbleweed4185
    @tumbleweed4185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Rollin' Rollin' Rollin". Glad you got it back together.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, wow does it feel good to have a working black tank again 😅

  • @RandyK1ng
    @RandyK1ng 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeah, mine started getting hard to push/pull, so I ripped it all out, put in new valves, and then hooked up motor actuators. Also flush the hell out of that black tank every time so that stuff doesn't mess with your valve seals when you close the valve.

  • @magnuspym
    @magnuspym 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've Done this(bent the valve cable pushrod): on our grand design 2600rb...first it gets stiff to push in; then you ham fist it and it put a bend in, after white grease and sand papering off the scratches and burrs. I found if you take the "T" handle off, and slide the box end of a 7/16 combination wrench over the bent pushrod; you can pry and carefully apply pressure to the exact right spot to straighten out the bend.... I'm now much more focused, and careful when I (slowly)push the valve in. Because I'm not dropping the belly pan...

  • @joeybard8889
    @joeybard8889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Hanks!

  • @dangalli1
    @dangalli1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well here we are, Thursday! Dumping tanks with The Hanks! Glad y'all were able to get that valve fixed with a quickness!!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Here we go again right?! 🤣🙌🏼 Thanks Daniel!! Stay safe

  • @barbwire65
    @barbwire65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The things that made campers happy 😊

  • @amyheflin143
    @amyheflin143 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just saw this. Sorry it happened to you. My husband pulled the gray tank lever completely out of our tank system. Thank goodness it was not the blank tank lever! We had to wait 2 1/2 months for a repair appt. and had to completely interrupt our summer plans. Glad you didn't have to wait so long for the fix..

  • @jolenecreech7648
    @jolenecreech7648 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You might as well put a yoga pad in the basement! (A pillow, to!). 😝 💜. Dexter looks as handsome as ever, as do the two of you, Carl and NeyNey! Thanks for sharing! Maybe you are just too strong 💪 for that tank crank, Hank!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL! Isn’t that the truth Jolene! It’s so nice to have the black tank back in working order 😅 Have a nice weekend!

  • @scottmeacham1738
    @scottmeacham1738 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey from NC guys! We had a wonderful trip. We already have another trip planned for the same place, Memorial Day weekend. We did some kayaking and familiarized ourselves with the area and attractions. I had a few repairs to make when we got back home, a GFCI receptacle replaced and our refrigerator is not even trying to work. It's a 3 energy source unit and I'm gonna try to run it on propane tomorrow. Honestly, our Lifetime 64 cooler served us well for our 3 day trip and still had plenty of ice for 5 days total. We started with 5 bags of ice. I also got our propane cook top working, so, Yay!
    Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey Scott!! Hey right back at you guys 😊🙌🏼 Glad to hear things are coming along! Hopefully we can all get some kayaking and paddle boarding in someday soon!! Stay safe friends!

  • @firewilley
    @firewilley 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Keep up the amazing work. I love watching all your adventures!

  • @810adventures
    @810adventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am glad you guys were able to get it fixed so quickly! much love! -Heather

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Heather! We are so happy to have it fixed as well 😅🙌🏼

  • @waynestafford7141
    @waynestafford7141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys were so lucky have fun and keep it coming ❤️❤️❤️

  • @leftyjoe4957
    @leftyjoe4957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a similar issue with a brand new Jayco. The. Valve on the black tank was not adjusted properly from the factory, and had a slow leak. The first time I went to dump, it was mostly solid. What a great day that was.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Goodness, so sorry that you had to experience that 😣 Anything dealing with the black tank is the worst!! Stay safe out there friend!

  • @JohnDunn1969
    @JohnDunn1969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Carl & Renee I ask a chef about how to take care of a Blackstone grill you need. 1 Scotch green pad and Kosher salt and cooking oil put a good amount of cooking oil down then salt and use the pad and rust will be gone. Wipe up the use oil and salt up then put on a coat of oil then I put in in the storages I have been doing it for a long time. Keep up the great videos.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good to know! Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @peteengard9966
    @peteengard9966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well that was a crappy situation. Thanks to Matt you kept your head above water.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely! Thank you Pete!! We appreciate ya 😊👍🏼

  • @donwood55
    @donwood55 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey guys, glad you were able to get repaired right away. Always fun to hear your antics. Makes my day! Happy trails!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much Don!! You always make our day by leaving these great comments 😃 Cheers!!

  • @lynnfiegl4953
    @lynnfiegl4953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad y’all got it fixed so quickly! And Matt is a hoot! I just love how y’all are so positive when crap ( 💩) happens! Lol and Dexter is so chill too! Happy Hanks and safe travels! ❤️❤️

  • @Livefreediefree
    @Livefreediefree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another awesome episode! Always look forward to Thursday's. Thanks Hank's!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much 😊🙌🏼 We appreciate all your support!

  • @rockercover
    @rockercover 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Looks like your regained a handle on the knife valve! Had a couple of those get hard to operate, the slide tracks get build-up crud in them. (As you well know for sure now). Had a gray water valve handle that the O-Ring popped out of place, the handle stem shaft started dripping water. Putting a light coat of silicone grease on the stem helped from unseating the O-Ring from that replacement forward. Thanks for the RV repair memories.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That make sense, I think that is where we were running into the issue as well. That crud "gunks" up the system and continues to do so. We opted to get a shorter black tank valve system, in hopes to prevent any binding of the system. So far, so good! 😊

  • @DavidSmith-vo3nd
    @DavidSmith-vo3nd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, That was awesome of them fiing it so quickly!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We so agree David!! Thanks for watching friend, have a wonderful weekend! 😊

  • @thomaslong1952
    @thomaslong1952 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That reminds me, today I was emptying my tanks today and I remembered "dumping with the Hanks". This might be a thing now! Thinking of you guys!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love this Thomas!! Keep it going 😎 🙌🏼 Cheers friend!

  • @jimbopeebles8210
    @jimbopeebles8210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “She sends me to pass through storage” -Carl 2022

  • @teresabell8803
    @teresabell8803 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad you guys are back on the road Hanksters! Great video

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Teresa!! Feels great to have it all done 😃👍🏼

  • @charleswilliams1155
    @charleswilliams1155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey,Marci &Tiger here.Closing on the house June 1 and planning our full-time life.Thx for all the help.We have learned so much from you guys and look forward to seeing you on the road....so excited 😊

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So exciting for y'all!! We'll see you on the road!

  • @jackel440
    @jackel440 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you got the valve replaced. One less stress item off your list

  • @robcleeton2606
    @robcleeton2606 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had the same black tank issue. It didn't take two hours, it took weeks. Glad they took good care of you.

  • @norahollingsworth581
    @norahollingsworth581 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey guys as usual another great video sorry you're having yet another problem but as usual you both have a great positive attitude squeezables to Dexter😘

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hopefully this is it for awhile 😅 We are over all of these repairs! Thanks Nora, Dexter sends his love and squeezes right back!

  • @deedubois5740
    @deedubois5740 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I could watch you guys all day long if I were able!

  • @turnbullstravels735
    @turnbullstravels735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gotta love on the go repairs! We just threw an error on our washer, parts being shipped to us, then 150 mile road trip to a dealer who can do the repair. Only 8 day delay on our Alaska road-trip, so I call that a win!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love the positivity!! Keep it up 😃🙌🏼 Keep us posted on how the repairs go for y’all, stay safe!

  • @cherylnewell9806
    @cherylnewell9806 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So happy you all got fixed so fast. We are dealing with a leaky toilet. Notice you have a Denali, we just got one. Just love it.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome y’all got a Denali!! Hope your leaky tank goes away quickly 👍🏼 Stay safe!

  • @k-mparker
    @k-mparker ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanx 4 the pranx hanx on the black tanx!!!
    👍😃🍻

  • @monicalifornia_
    @monicalifornia_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “We were, in no way, mentally prepared to be here.”
    That needs to be a T-shirt.

  • @computerfixer06
    @computerfixer06 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now I really like how my travel trailer only has 2 of those valterra valves at the end of the pipe, no hidden valve up by the tanks. Not as fancy as these other systems but seems less complicated and more reliable.

  • @egprojects
    @egprojects 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was smiling the whole time watching, enjoy your videos. Had just replaced both Valterra values on my ol’ RV. It’s a great feeling when your repair actually works. I was sweating bullets the first test. So far no leaks! Look forward to the next video. See y’all down the road. We’re in SoCal…

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Ernie! Thank you very much 🙂👍🏼 So glad to hear that the new Valterra’s are holding up for ya! Stay safe out there, we look forward to catching up again soon!

  • @thetravelingbrowns
    @thetravelingbrowns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your personalities and you're hilarious as always!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aww thank you Jenna!! This made out night 🤗 Stay safe and have a wonderful rest of your week!

  • @owenarkison3558
    @owenarkison3558 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Karl
    That new toilet may have been too much for that valve and too much ripping did it in……. 😳. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣 NAILED IT! I think you are right Owen! LOL

  • @mikelanham2901
    @mikelanham2901 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We bought our rig from RV ONE Tampa. Not a bad experience at all. It is amazing what can get you excited about a good working RV!

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How awesome!! They really seem to have their stuff together 😃 So glad that you had a great experience with them Mike! Cheers friend

  • @raylee4931
    @raylee4931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just starting watching your channel, thoroughly enjoy it!! I own a travel trailer and love it. We try to get out as often as possible but living in the midwest, winters can get rough. You guys are both entertaining and informative, love it!!

  • @StevensK67
    @StevensK67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh no...I needed more! I love keeping the husband guessing why I'm laughing hysterically! 😃 🤣

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      LOL! Love this 🤣🙌🏼 Renee always starts randomly laughing at things on her phone as well. You girls keep us guys on our toes!

  • @angellsantiago3135
    @angellsantiago3135 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeyyyy. I’m glad that it got fix by them. I bought my Travel Trailer from RV One and the service and personnel there are awesome. Being there and will be back to get my next RV, no question ask.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome to hear Angel!! We were certainly pleased with their service as well 😊 Thanks for you support friend!

  • @cathybeall986
    @cathybeall986 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad Matt got you in fast. He is a great person. Always happy to watch you two. Make me laugh 😂

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Cathy! He certainly is a great guy! We appreciate all your support!

    • @cathybeall986
      @cathybeall986 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Saw Matt at the rally This morning. He said you two are great friends. Love you two!

  • @melissapacheco2942
    @melissapacheco2942 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm watching RV with Robin Williams and I'd kill to see you all watch and review it 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @femalism1715
    @femalism1715 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOL! Life on the road. It inevitably happens to everyone. Thanks for the video!

  • @zukifan26
    @zukifan26 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    EASY THERE CARL! 😀

  • @jeffreygunn3530
    @jeffreygunn3530 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Times like this I'm really glad that I have a GeoPro, rather than a 5th wheel. So much simpler when the valves are all out in the open

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We need to look into this!

    • @jeffreygunn3530
      @jeffreygunn3530 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HappilyEverHanks Not really a comparable rig, of course. The GeoPro is made for boondocking, with high ground clearance and fairly simple systems. I can probably fix just about anything on it using the basic tools I carry with me (assuming I can find parts, of course). I'm about to spend 12 days in northern Arizona and southeastern Utah, 8 days of which will be with no hookups. I'm not even bringing my generator, but I can still use the microwave, coffee maker, etc. If I was going in July or August, I'd have to take it, so I could run the A/C.

  • @TakeATripTogether
    @TakeATripTogether 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So glad you were able to get your black tank fixed quickly. Eeek! We also enjoy watching Matt. It pays to have connections! Let 'er rip! LOL

  • @ericridgeway6148
    @ericridgeway6148 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use an external valve also, but I also owe my two gray tanks open most of the time to allow for extra gray tank storage.

  • @tsanx4562
    @tsanx4562 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I believe I saw you guys headed north on I-95 around Daytona a while back, we were headed to Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Jupiter FL, you must have been heading to RVOne for this issue. Safe travels, love the videos. This area is my neck of the woods.

  • @carpediem365
    @carpediem365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow guys, very lucky they got you in. Take care, thanks for the great videos.

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Brian, best to you! We enjoy hearing from you 😃

    • @carpediem365
      @carpediem365 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HappilyEverHanks My wife and I are newbies and we just picked up our new Redwood 5th wheel. During our walk through the worker pulled our black tank levers to show us how they work, we didn't realize he never closed them. As soon as we got to our first camp site, I installed a Vitara valve on the end of our sewage pipe after watching many videos on TH-cam.
      After camping for 3 days we noticed the tanks were opened and I had to laugh because if it wasn't for that purchase, my first black tank flush would have been a mess. We are so thankful for your videos, RVing would be a lot messier without them.

  • @larrymiller8210
    @larrymiller8210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How can you make replacing a black tank valve interesting? You guys do! Love it! Thanks Larry

    • @HappilyEverHanks
      @HappilyEverHanks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love this Larry!! Thank you so much, we just try to make the best of the situations 😅🙌🏼