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Just wanted to say how much we enjoy the new format. Really enjoy the longer shows. There just was not enough of you guys in your short shows. Keep them coming!
Kudos to Vinnie and his wife. There are millions of great helpful kind people throughout the U.S. and Canada. I was helped a great deal in Texas in several different places...yes, several! It took me 3 months to get out of Texas. 😫 But, as I said, the people were wonderful and they all went the extra mile to make each day an adventure, as well as a cram course on what can happen to an RV. 😨 As you said, plan on it, expect it and roll with the punches...bam bam bam! What an adventure. : )
You have to love people like Vinny and his wife. It is so rare these days to find someone that will go the extra mile to do a good job and make the customer happy. We need more craftsmen like Vinny in the world. I'm glad everything worked out.
I love the conversational tone of your videos. And thanks very much for highlighting that there are still some really good people out there in this world.
Thanks, we are enjoying our little "chat show" too. Sometimes it's fun to just roll the camera and talk. I'm glad that these videos have been helpful and enjoyable. Yes, Vinnie and Cindy are great. Good people still exist, and a disproportionate number of them seem to be into RV camping!
Long Long Honeymoon Just one more reason why I think the RV life is going to be for me after I save up enough money to buy a decent motorhome and have less debt to worry about. Your videos are extremely helpful. I just finished reading your book on living large, and have taken down a lot of notes on the must-have items you mentioned. I plan on starting to accumulate them over time beforehand so that my costs don't seem so large when I make the ultimate move out of my apartment.
There are still great people in the world. Vinny is one heck of a guy. You are very lucky, you could have been in some serious trouble, some people would have taken advantage of you in that bad situation. Happy things went well for you, Vinny is a great guy. Fun story.
God bless you guys! Somewhere in the mix of all the vods of an airstream full time TH-camr is Vinnie. What a legend. I am enjoying finding your channel and going back in time 😊
You two made a disaster into something positive. What a great video. My wife and I are going through something similar only in reverse after the harsh winter destroyed much of our home. We now live in our camper while I'm making repairs to our home, giving us a good learning experience for us, before we eventually hit the road. By the way your Airstream looks great, thumbs up for Vinny too!
That video helped restore my faith in people that most of them will be good people given the chance. I love stories like this- esp when they happen to me. I also love paying it forward. Ex I really needed a couple of documents from my Dr for social security disability. I was too poor to pay him. My husband and I had been trash scrounging for bottles to sell. I explained how broke we were and asked to make payments. Th doc waived the fee. After my ssd was approved I offered to repay him and he said no to pay drs without borders or someone like that. We gave them 5 pounds of organic strawberries from our garden as well. Pay it forward!
AAA is the absolute best! I’ve had their card in my wallet since the 1980’s and my son has had it since 2006. I’ve been with them so long that they give me a second card for free lol. Every year I give it to my son, especially now that he has my grandson with him on a regular basis. Cheers mates and happy trails
I know how it feels to find a good honest person who knows their business. A person you can trust to do a lasting job. Congrats Vinny for being one of those people. I hope the Ford people did that kind of job... :)
This is one of my favorite videos so far. It's reassuring that there are still very good people in this world. Vinnie is a one of a kind craftsman, and he and his wife Cindy seem to be incredible people. Your new floor looks great.
This is an amazing example of how often even in the darkest of times - things seem to work out. Your terrible experience has probably turned to one of your fondest memories. safe travels !!
I rehabbed a 1969 Avion 28 foot. I flipped it and included all off grid conveniences. I put in a hard floor and its gorgeous and feels so nice on bare feet. Nice video folks. Loving it
Sometimes you just have to laugh, cause if you don't, you'll go crazy. Glad everything worked out for you, and the new floor looks great. I enjoy watching your videos, I have learned alot about what to do and how to take care of our camper. We have a Coachman Freedom Express 248RBS, it's our very first camper and we love it. Our greatest wish is to one day hopefully meet both of you, maybe we'll be at the same campground
BigRed52 loves your videos. I watched a few on winter boon-docking which were very informative. We will be starting our 4th year of camping next fall. Thanks for being their for us! Wes & Debbie
Wow, what an ordeal! Thank goodness for Vinnie!! YAY! The Airstream looks great. I was expecting a total loss on that floor - what a relief. The choice of color was a good one too. I have 2 roadside services. Stuck 30 miles out of Austin Tx & they could not get me help?? Fortunately, a local mechanic stopped to help me. Then there was the time for the transmission rebuild in Arkansas...yep, stuff happens! But you just have to roll with it....great job guys!!!
2nd time I have watched this. You folks handle the break downs so well I am trying to let you influence me in staying calm on such things. Smiling and saying undr my breath, per haps some day I can be as calm as Sean.
5/7/18.....What a wonderful guy & his wife too---letting you live in their AirStream as he fixes the floor. Shout out to Vinnie & Cyndi! Always heard AirStream is THE BEST---goes to show how great minds/wonderful people "group" together! Know this is older YT video but still lots of info any RVer can use. Happy Trails!
OMG yet another great video. We have not yet caught up with your latest vids but I will say that it takes some remarkable people to captivate a audience for 20+minutes and keep them wanting more. Your new format is great! My wife and I love your channel being rv'rs ourselves... Down here in southern GA. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!. Shawn you have epic video editing skilz. Christy You bring the show down to earth. Hope to meet both of you some day in our rv excursions.
I wish I had seen this before I replaced the galley floor in my 2010 Winnebago. The installer said that the wood floors would rattle and drive us crazy while on the road. I took his word for it.
Wow what a hit in the checkbook that month! Seemore is still a great truck. The 6.0's achilles heel is the oil cooler plugging up causing the EGR cooler to overheat and crack. This dumps coolant into the combustion. Bullet proof it and he'll be good to go for a long time. Love watching your videos! Can't wait for the Alaska videos.
Got some time to read? Here's a bit to get you started: www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f23/what-does-take-build-bulletproof-6-0-how-much-276739/ And another good read: drive.google.com/file/d/0B-lbWZownuZzbmFvSUhwazI0Z3M/edit?usp=sharing www.google.com/search?q=bulletproof+powerstroke+6.0&rlz=1CAGGAA_enUS520US521&oq=bulletproof+powerstroke+6.0&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.7466j0j8&sourceid=chrome&es_sm=122&ie=UTF-8 The root of the cause is the oil cooler getting plugged up from the Motorcraft Gold coolant. When this happens the efficiency of the oil cooling / engine cooling is diminished. If the coolant passages get clogged, the next device in line which is the EGR cooler gets starved for cooling. It super heats and cracks. When this happens you'll get coolant leaking into your exhaust. You'll know this is happening because you'll see steam from the tailpipe. It's a good idea to get a set of guages that can read oil temperature and coolant temperature. If the delta between the two is more than 15 degrees you are running into problems. Unless things are really bad and the Loloho video didn't go too much into it, replacement of those parts is usually all you need. If the engine gets hot enough due to this you could crack a head and that gets expensive. If you put $5000 into it to bullet proof, you can be assured a long life of the 6.0. Good luck!
Scarey beginning with an awesome ending. I am glad I did not renew my Good Sam Membership after seeing your video! Good thing you didn't break down while in Alaska! Get lots of throw rugs that can be shook out and washed later. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Very good information especially about Alaska's road conditions and the extreme rain that can happen all of a sudden. I'm planning a trip to Alaska myself and will take some extra precautions to lessen the mishaps that can come my way. I know one can't plan for everything so I'm glad things worked out for you. good video
Thanks, I'm hoping to do something special with our Alaska footage soon...maybe our most ambitious "Loloho" project yet. Stay tuned to our Channel for updates. You'll love Alaska!
So happy it worked out so well in the end. That is unforgivable leaving you stranded on the highway. That's the first thing AAA asks you when you call "ARE YOU IN A SAFE PLACE" obviously you weren't. They could have put you in a motel until morning. If you were willing to leave your rig. Somebody sure dropped the ball on Customer Service. Sounds like Vinny is Super Star. You didn't mention was Baby Girl OK? I love your videos always good information. Thank you
Hello, Thanks for finally posting the 'end of the saga'. I wondered what happened to the 'part two'. Enjoy your channel. I've watched every video. Best Regards.
Thanks gagetgirl! I'm glad we were finally able to finish the story. I wanted to do something a little longer than our usual for this one, and I think it turned out great. Cheers
Seeing those bumps and potholes at 4:30 makes me grind my teeth with anxiety. Can't even imagine hundreds of miles of that - I would need new molars after we're through! Great advice... I sure appreciate you guys documenting the journey, as it may be a bit much for us.
That was a brief stretch of road in the Valdez area. I don't want to scare people away from going to Alaska. It's a demanding journey, but really the Alcan was surprisingly good for much of the way. There are many frost heaves that create instability and uneven surfaces, but they are well marked with orange warning flags. The worst portion we traveled was in the appropriately named Destruction Bay area on the Yukon - our rig took a heavy beating there because the road was under reconstruction. We have a big archive of Alaska footage. I would like to do something special with it, maybe give it the full documentary treatment.
Bad stuff happens, and in this case of a lot happened at once. You are right about attitude - if you maintain a good attitude you can get through anything.
Guys, great video! I have been inspired by your videos ever sine I retired 10 moths ago and I am working on plans to purchase an AS as well. Your trip to Alaska with the unexpected repairs, is kind of like some of my experiences, but the good news is that you discovered and shared Vinnie with the rest of us! Great contact info! Happy trails to the both of you!
Haha the bad news is that Vinnie stays booked solid these days! But he is truly the best, he deserves the business! Thanks and happy trails to you too!
That was a great video guys! I really enjoyed the detail and effort you both put into adding video clips to support the commentary. It was a pleasure to watch and I look forward to more to come. Hope to meet you on the road someday!
Keep doing videos I enjoy them. We just bought a new Coleman travel trailer. After watching a lot of your videos I almost want to go buy an Airstream. Thanks
I am so happy for you that Vinny was available to help you! Floor looks great! I hope all your leaks are now repaired. You never mentioned what happened with your truck other than you got it back. Are you still a member of Good Sam?
Great Video. I've communicated with Vinnie on a couple of subjects, he is in CA we are in PA and he has as you say in the video shot me straight. Wish he were closer.
Great video great information,This is a video that'll keep giving no matter when it was produced,Excellent information and thanks for letting us know about Vinny.I don't have my airstream yet but it is something that I intend on purchasing.
I'm learning tons from your videos!! If I can share one thing with you guys, I would suggest getting a subscription to Diesel Power magazine. There will be tons of information in there for you that will be helpful for you to know about your truck. Those EGR's on those Powerstrokes are notorious for failure. There are many companies in Diesel Power magazine that offer much better replacement solutions over the crappy Ford EGR design. If you had your truck serviced at the Ford dealership, they would have used the exact same design as a replacement - which is sure to fail on you again. Get a better than factory EGR for your truck, so that you won't ever get stranded by it for the EGR again. Or...do what I did and get a 2015 GMC Sierra Denali 3500HD with the Duramax, and get rid of the EGR, PCV, DPF, DEF and finally enjoy serious horsepower, torque and 25 mpg!! :)
+ace1usmc Thanks for the tip, we will be looking at making some changes to our tow situation soon (even if that means simply modifying our truck with some aftermarket EGR solution & tuning that addresses the original design problems). We still enjoy our truck and it has performed well this year... but there is always lingering concern about the EGR. I might consider switching horses if the right deal came along. ;) Cheers
+Long Long Honeymoon Contact Bill at powerstrokehelp.com/ and check out his TH-cam channel bearing the same name. He's the Powerstroke engine guru and can "bulletproof" your 6.0 which includes upgrading the EGR system along with tuning. His shop is in Georgia, but once he works his magic, it's done right the first time and guaranteed.
Here we are, four years later. I am curious to know how things stood up to time. Knowing that the Pergo is a floating floor, would you recommend installing one in an RV rehab? I haven’t watched all your videos, but I am working on it, so I’m not sure if you’ve purchased a new Airstream since this video or not. Thanks for your reply.
Great video so what you are saying that they have put something inside your motor a diesel by the way that should go forever if treated right to stop working after so many miles that is so wrong. I look forward to the video on the trucks repair. And Vinnie your a wizard.
Wow great video, great job on the floor, my wife and I really enjoy your videos, we own a rv parts and service business, just trying to figure out how to retire and travel like your doing😊
This was a great video, but it's also the stuff of nightmares for those of us in our late 50's who are looking to have a lot more road time after retirement. Between the trailer and Seemore I can't imagine what this all cost - could take a big bite out of the savings, and would have been so much worse if the truck had broken down in Alaska or the Yukon. (F150 all the way, btw!) My question is - how did you live with the waterlogged floor all the way to California?
we need to clone people like vinny and cindy lol. and you guys as well. it's people like you guys with your heads screwed on straight that restore my faith in humanity after watching the news for an hour.
When calculating how much weight the new flooring added to your airstream did you subtract the weight of the carpet and pad you removed? I’m curious because 100 lbs seems to me to be rather on the high side. Also, when I removed the carpet+pad from my RV and replaced it with Pergo laminate flooring the overall weight decreased. I love your videos, I haven’t seen them all yet but I’m working on it lol. You are truly blessed in many ways. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us. You have inspired me to hook up my RV and hit the road for some adventures of my own. Now if only I could find a woman like yours I would be in heaven on earth. Cheers mate and happy trails
About to take the plunge and buy an Airstream. So many models and so many considerations. With all I learned from your video I want to have the factory do all that upgrade you guys did to the floor. I get the idea of insulation with carpet but I was thinking just plain linoleum? Have had a bit of a life change. No wife and the kids are all grown but no grandchildren yet. We have loved going to Hatteras Island in the summer and tent camping. The best site is the National Seashore Camp Ground at Frisco, NC. Mean while I want to explore. Your video's are very informative and you sound like a couple of friends across the picnic table. Just bought a RAM 1500 with Hemi 5.7liter. Quad Cab Big Horn. What a honkin' tank, still getting used to it. I want to take the children with me though they are ranging from 19-32 (3 young ladies and 3 young men. SO WHAT HAPPENED TO THE TRUCK IN NAPA? NEW ENGINE OR REPAIR?
Hi William, we got a new oil cooler and EGR cooler in Napa. Really, we may end up deleting the EGR cooler from our truck - it's a major failure point in 6.0L engines. With regard to your floor, well, it's all a matter of personal preference. I think linoleum would probably be pretty easy to install, would be durable, and lightweight. I do wonder how you might handle a water leak situation, though (it may be tough to cut and "patch" linoleum?). Just something to consider. One of the benefits of Pergo is that we can lift and replace floorboards pretty easily.
Long Long Honeymoon I looked around and didn't see a video for the truck so I would like to make this recommendation. Take a look online at Powerstroke Magic Houston. I have no affiliation with them other than I had them completely rework my truck so it doesn't look to blow itself up now. You also need new head stud bolts and better head gaskets or it will put you in a bind. Not to alarm you but just the way it is for a 6.0. Done right that Ford will go for many years more. Thanks for the videos. We may be on the road with ya'll here in a few more years.
Thanks for the suggestion. Yes, I really want to get some work done to our 6.0 before too much longer. We are just past 100k miles on the truck, and we want to have all of the key "6.0 issues" addressed.
My first thought is you guys are braver than I am... But then I tow a Forrest River TT and there's absolutely NO WAY I'd take it up the Alcan HWY to the Yukon. If I had an Airstream? Different question totally... Curious - in round figures, what did the floor repair / renovation end up costing. I've been thinking about exactly the same thing; just wondering about doing that after spending over $3K on a new - better quality - roof this year. But still jealous of the ongoing trip!
Ronni Deam Thanks Ronni for the positive energy! We are actually doing some more interior remodeling this week and shooting a new video about it. We'll try to get it posted soon.
I watched the floor cover change out with laminate and it appeared to be very well done and it was beautiful. I have a concern with laminate because humidity and serious temperature cause expansion or contraction. When we had new laminate put down on our basement floor it looked really well done until I came home from work one day not long after the installation to find a hill in the middle of the floor. The laminate had lifted due to expansion. We spoke to the laminate supplier and they said that it was possible the installer had not left a clearance between the edge of the wall and the edge of the laminate. The installer came back and cut a clearance around the new floor laminate. The laminated settled back down and we never had another problem. Did you have to leave an expansion clear in the new floor? Exactly what was the pergo made from, ie; wood, plastic, .....? Thanks We have a 2014 27FB with vinyl flooring. We had a small flood just after we acquired it from the A/C lines being blocked. Had the floor been a certain type of laminate the floor would have been destroyed by the expansion and bubbling. We had a problem like that when a dehumidifier over flowed at home!!
I mean Alaska of course, high water and all, not your issues with the truck and leak. Though I must say towing a trailer seems really practical because your mobility and your home are separate...
Its sad to hear about your leaky roof problem. I had a neighbor that had a hardwood floor in their Airstream Motorhome and when it flooded it all buckled and swelled. I thought Airstreams were the best?
im enjoying your videos but this one hit home because im a ford diesel mechanic. I know all to well about the 6.0l egr cooler problems. good for you to realize our government has caused more emission problems due to failed egr coolers than it prevents! but when fixed right, theres nothing like the power of a 6.0l!
Chris Witzel Thanks for your comment. Yes, when the 6.0 is kickin' it is great; we've towed our Airstream through the Rocky Mountains in some incredibly demanding environments, and it has performed like a champ. Our 6.0L is running pretty good these days, but I fear another EGR failure. We are hoping to get our EGR deleted soon.
That's just unforgivable, that a roadside assistance organisation would just leave you stranded, and not even *attempt* to send someone to either tow the damn truck and trailer, or even repair whatever the problem happens to be. I hope you were able to get the problem fixed.
Several months later, after we filed paperwork pleading our case, Good Sam reimbursed us "at their discretion." While I give them credit for the reimbursement, I'm flabbergasted that it was necessary. Leaving us stranded in that situation was pretty much inexcusable. I've not heard a satisfactory explanation for it.
Long Long Honeymoon Damn right! Although I'm not a member of Good Sam, since I don't own a travel trailer or motorhome, with a name like Good Sam, (or Good Samaritan), you'd think they would be willing to help you out, towing Seemore (the truck) and Live(?) (the Airstream), to your friend so that he could help repair and replace the interior to the trailer. But *no!* They left you to pretty much fend for yourselves. That's just unforgivable. What do you plan to do now? Are you going to look for another club to join? It seems after all the bs they put you two through, to be a good thing to do. You don't have to put up with that crap. Thank goodness you had Vinnie to help with replacing the interior. :(
WHEN YOU HAD THE WOOD FLOOR INSTALLED, HOW HAS IT WORKED OUT, IT SEEMS THAT WHILE ROLLING DOWN THE ROAD I WONDERD IF IT WOULD BUCKLE. IS IT STILL LAYING FLAT
Looks like I am not the only one who has had this exact problem. I was towing my 5th Wheel from Charlotte, NC to Lakeland RV Resort in Florida in my brand New 2004 Ford F-250 6.0 liter. We had 18,000 miles on the truck. Get to Georgia and Noticed its running a little hot..OK no worries.. Add water and Stop for the night in RV park in Marietta. Get up next day and Drive on. We are on I-4 in traffic when the truck starts to overheat pulling a 35' 5th Wheel. Add more water. Still over heating and nowhere to get off the road. Drive on to the Lake-land and pull in. Turn off the truck and that's all folks!!..Never started again. Call Local Ford to come get the truck. They called next day an accuse me of racing, illegal Fuel, Chipping, Programming and everything else they could think of NOT to replace the engine under warranty. It was the EGR cooler of course that caused it..The truck had 18K Miles on it!!! So after we threaten them with legal action they agreed to replace the engine. ( How nice of them ). 2 Weeks later I get the truck back and have to drag home my 5th wheel on an engine that's not even broke in yet. Fast forward to 2015 and i still have the truck as a 10 Mile day Commuter and it only has 47,000 miles on the motor and its burning OIL at a rate of 2 quarts a month. Of Course its out of warranty now. When they work they work great but when they break they cost a crap load to fix. Should have never sold my 7.3..
+John Bias If you go to Georgia, contact powerstrokehelp.com/ and he'll make the 6.0 run the way it should have come from the factory to begin with. He also has a TH-cam channel bearing the same name.
hi. new to your videos and all i can say, you grow on one. it's a compliment. anyway, great video, but you did not mention about any insulation damage or how the water got in and the solutions to these problems other then vinnie sealing everything on the outside. i was glued to the video and i don't think i heard you mention it. thanks. just bough a 2012 flying cloud 23c.
d v jimenez also, we have a 2004 ford 250 diesel 6.0 and beginning to have problems, expensive problems. thanks to you and the group on sharing their info. it pays to be informed. were are having the beginnings of same problems.
d v jimenez Watch out for the EGR cooler. In fact, if you live in a state that allows the deletion of the EGR, you may be best advised to go that route.
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It is looking 10 times better with the new floor and additions. Looks like everything worked out great for you guys.
It's good to know that People Like Vinny & Cindy Live in this crazy world!
Yep, there is still hope for America! 👍
Just wanted to say how much we enjoy the new format. Really enjoy the longer shows. There just was not enough of you guys in your short shows. Keep them coming!
Thanks Thomas! We've got more in the pipeline. I like the longer format too. Sometimes it's fun to just roll the camera and talk...
Kudos to Vinnie and his wife. There are millions of great helpful kind people throughout the U.S. and Canada. I was helped a great deal in Texas in several different places...yes, several! It took me 3 months to get out of Texas. 😫 But, as I said, the people were wonderful and they all went the extra mile to make each day an adventure, as well as a cram course on what can happen to an RV. 😨 As you said, plan on it, expect it and roll with the punches...bam bam bam! What an adventure. : )
You have to love people like Vinny and his wife. It is so rare these days to find someone that will go the extra mile to do a good job and make the customer happy. We need more craftsmen like Vinny in the world. I'm glad everything worked out.
Listening the end of the video, and how Vinny and his wife took care of Live and took care of you, I just broke down crying. Beautiful story. :)
I love the conversational tone of your videos. And thanks very much for highlighting that there are still some really good people out there in this world.
Thanks, we are enjoying our little "chat show" too. Sometimes it's fun to just roll the camera and talk. I'm glad that these videos have been helpful and enjoyable. Yes, Vinnie and Cindy are great. Good people still exist, and a disproportionate number of them seem to be into RV camping!
Long Long Honeymoon Just one more reason why I think the RV life is going to be for me after I save up enough money to buy a decent motorhome and have less debt to worry about. Your videos are extremely helpful. I just finished reading your book on living large, and have taken down a lot of notes on the must-have items you mentioned. I plan on starting to accumulate them over time beforehand so that my costs don't seem so large when I make the ultimate move out of my apartment.
There are still great people in the world. Vinny is one heck of a guy. You are very lucky, you could have been in some serious trouble, some people would have taken advantage of you in that bad situation. Happy things went well for you, Vinny is a great guy. Fun story.
Vinnie is awesome! Nice to see good people still roam the earth. Your airstream remodel looks great.
It's so great to see someone go the extra mile to help like Vinnie. Brings hope to humanity!
Well said. Vinnie is the man!
Finding an enthusiast-craftsman like Vinnie (sp?) is definitely a God send.
I agree that carpeting in any type of camper is problematic.
--Bob
wonderful story...People like Vinny & Cindy are what RVing is all about
Thank God for people like Vinnie.
Well said!
There's nothing like a hard floor, after doing my motorhome we enjoy camping even more. Good decision.
2 thumbs up for Vinnie an Wife !!
God bless you guys! Somewhere in the mix of all the vods of an airstream full time TH-camr is Vinnie. What a legend. I am enjoying finding your channel and going back in time 😊
Vinnie is the man!
You two made a disaster into something positive. What a great video. My wife and I are going through something similar only in reverse after the harsh winter destroyed much of our home. We now live in our camper while I'm making repairs to our home, giving us a good learning experience for us, before we eventually hit the road. By the way your Airstream looks great, thumbs up for Vinny too!
That video helped restore my faith in people that most of them will be good people given the chance. I love stories like this- esp when they happen to me. I also love paying it forward. Ex I really needed a couple of documents from my Dr for social security disability. I was too poor to pay him. My husband and I had been trash scrounging for bottles to sell. I explained how broke we were and asked to make payments. Th doc waived the fee. After my ssd was approved I offered to repay him and he said no to pay drs without borders or someone like that. We gave them 5 pounds of organic strawberries from our garden as well. Pay it forward!
My wife and I had a 1987 VW Vanagon and we had a guy named Fred. Fred was our vinnie! Thanks for sharing.
AAA is the absolute best! I’ve had their card in my wallet since the 1980’s and my son has had it since 2006. I’ve been with them so long that they give me a second card for free lol. Every year I give it to my son, especially now that he has my grandson with him on a regular basis.
Cheers mates and happy trails
I know how it feels to find a good honest person who knows their business. A person you can trust to do a lasting job. Congrats Vinny for being one of those people. I hope the Ford people did that kind of job... :)
Wow..lots of rain for sure..Vinny and his wife Cindy will remain in your hearts forever :)
This is by far my favorite episode so far!
This is one of my favorite videos so far. It's reassuring that there are still very good people in this world. Vinnie is a one of a kind craftsman, and he and his wife Cindy seem to be incredible people. Your new floor looks great.
Vinnie and Cindy are the best! They are living proof that America is still populated by some great people...
This is an amazing example of how often even in the darkest of times - things seem to work out. Your terrible experience has probably turned to one of your fondest memories. safe travels !!
Thanks, well said... and you are absolutely right! Things went from the worst of times to the best of times in short order.
I rehabbed a 1969 Avion 28 foot. I flipped it and included all off grid conveniences. I put in a hard floor and its gorgeous and feels so nice on bare feet. Nice video folks. Loving it
Sometimes you just have to laugh, cause if you don't, you'll go crazy. Glad everything worked out for you, and the new floor looks great. I enjoy watching your videos, I have learned alot about what to do and how to take care of our camper. We have a Coachman Freedom Express 248RBS, it's our very first camper and we love it. Our greatest wish is to one day hopefully meet both of you, maybe we'll be at the same campground
You were extremely fortunate the problem happened when and where it did!
You must be doing something right!
I had the same issue with good sam but we was on the side of the highway with kids for 13 hours.
BigRed52 loves your videos. I watched a few on winter boon-docking which were very informative. We will be starting our 4th year of camping next fall. Thanks for being their for us! Wes & Debbie
Amazing positive karma , broke down close to vinyls...good for you, the stars are looking at you kids....
lovely people meet lovely people
Way to go Vinnie! So good to see these types of stories... such a high character guy. 👍💯
Great story and great technical RV information. Vinnie is a great guy ♥️🚌👍🎬🎥🌎🎶😎 thanks for sharing and safe travels
I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS. I AM A LONG TIME CAMPER BUT A NEW TIME AIRSTREAM OWNER AND WILL LOOK FORWARD TO WATCHING OTHER VIDEOS OF YOURS.
Thanks and welcome to the Airstream community.
Great video and sounds like Vinney and his wife are truly a Blessing to all who cross their path.
They truly are a blessing. Great people!
Wow, what an ordeal! Thank goodness for Vinnie!! YAY! The Airstream looks great. I was expecting a total loss on that floor - what a relief. The choice of color was a good one too. I have 2 roadside services. Stuck 30 miles out of Austin Tx & they could not get me help?? Fortunately, a local mechanic stopped to help me. Then there was the time for the transmission rebuild in Arkansas...yep, stuff happens! But you just have to roll with it....great job guys!!!
2nd time I have watched this. You folks handle the break downs so well I am trying to let you influence me in staying calm on such things. Smiling and saying undr my breath, per haps some day I can be as calm as Sean.
Looks fantastic, fun story of the bad adventure that went right - for all the right reasons!
Thanks Jennie! Yes, sometimes bad situations create lasting friendships!
5/7/18.....What a wonderful guy & his wife too---letting you live in their AirStream as he fixes the floor. Shout out to Vinnie & Cyndi!
Always heard AirStream is THE BEST---goes to show how great minds/wonderful people "group" together!
Know this is older YT video but still lots of info any RVer can use.
Happy Trails!
Wow you two, so lucky everything happened like it did. The new floor looks great. Yay Vinny.
What a great story, thanks for sharing it. It is always good to here about people helping each other.
OMG yet another great video. We have not yet caught up with your latest vids but I will say that it takes some remarkable people to captivate a audience for 20+minutes and keep them wanting more. Your new format is great! My wife and I love your channel being rv'rs ourselves... Down here in southern GA. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!. Shawn you have epic video editing skilz. Christy You bring the show down to earth. Hope to meet both of you some day in our rv excursions.
I wish I had seen this before I replaced the galley floor in my 2010 Winnebago. The installer said that the wood floors would rattle and drive us crazy while on the road. I took his word for it.
Love that Vinnie shows up in a Dodge to help you out when your Ford dies.
"CUDOS TO VINNIE"!!!!! I love people like that!!!
Wow what a hit in the checkbook that month! Seemore is still a great truck. The 6.0's achilles heel is the oil cooler plugging up causing the EGR cooler to overheat and crack. This dumps coolant into the combustion. Bullet proof it and he'll be good to go for a long time.
Love watching your videos! Can't wait for the Alaska videos.
I've got the same engine. What do you mean "bullet proof" it? If there is anything I can do to prevent this disaster, I'd like to know what.
Got some time to read? Here's a bit to get you started:
www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f23/what-does-take-build-bulletproof-6-0-how-much-276739/
And another good read:
drive.google.com/file/d/0B-lbWZownuZzbmFvSUhwazI0Z3M/edit?usp=sharing
www.google.com/search?q=bulletproof+powerstroke+6.0&rlz=1CAGGAA_enUS520US521&oq=bulletproof+powerstroke+6.0&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.7466j0j8&sourceid=chrome&es_sm=122&ie=UTF-8
The root of the cause is the oil cooler getting plugged up from the Motorcraft Gold coolant. When this happens the efficiency of the oil cooling / engine cooling is diminished.
If the coolant passages get clogged, the next device in line which is the EGR cooler gets starved for cooling. It super heats and cracks. When this happens you'll get coolant leaking into your exhaust. You'll know this is happening because you'll see steam from the tailpipe.
It's a good idea to get a set of guages that can read oil temperature and coolant temperature. If the delta between the two is more than 15 degrees you are running into problems.
Unless things are really bad and the Loloho video didn't go too much into it, replacement of those parts is usually all you need. If the engine gets hot enough due to this you could crack a head and that gets expensive.
If you put $5000 into it to bullet proof, you can be assured a long life of the 6.0.
Good luck!
Thanks! I'll follow your links and read up on this.
Ugh, you guys! Wow, loved this video. But what a tough thing to go through...you were so lucky to have the experience that you did.
Scarey beginning with an awesome ending. I am glad I did not renew my Good Sam Membership after seeing your video! Good thing you didn't break down while in Alaska! Get lots of throw rugs that can be shook out and washed later. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Very good information especially about Alaska's road conditions and the extreme rain that can happen all of a sudden. I'm planning a trip to Alaska myself and will take some extra precautions to lessen the mishaps that can come my way. I know one can't plan for everything so I'm glad things worked out for you. good video
Thanks, I'm hoping to do something special with our Alaska footage soon...maybe our most ambitious "Loloho" project yet. Stay tuned to our Channel for updates. You'll love Alaska!
Excellently done! Great video, good story telling, well done! And glad you guys found good help at just the worst of times.
WHAT A GUY, VINNIE!
Great video! What a story to tell. It was great to see how things worked out for you.
So happy it worked out so well in the end. That is unforgivable leaving you stranded on the highway. That's the first thing AAA asks you when you call "ARE YOU IN A SAFE PLACE" obviously you weren't. They could have put you in a motel until morning. If you were willing to leave your rig. Somebody sure dropped the ball on Customer Service. Sounds like Vinny is Super Star. You didn't mention was Baby Girl OK? I love your videos always good information. Thank you
Hello,
Thanks for finally posting the 'end of the saga'. I wondered what happened to the 'part two'. Enjoy your channel. I've watched every video. Best Regards.
Thanks gagetgirl! I'm glad we were finally able to finish the story. I wanted to do something a little longer than our usual for this one, and I think it turned out great. Cheers
Seeing those bumps and potholes at 4:30 makes me grind my teeth with anxiety. Can't even imagine hundreds of miles of that - I would need new molars after we're through! Great advice... I sure appreciate you guys documenting the journey, as it may be a bit much for us.
That was a brief stretch of road in the Valdez area. I don't want to scare people away from going to Alaska. It's a demanding journey, but really the Alcan was surprisingly good for much of the way. There are many frost heaves that create instability and uneven surfaces, but they are well marked with orange warning flags. The worst portion we traveled was in the appropriately named Destruction Bay area on the Yukon - our rig took a heavy beating there because the road was under reconstruction. We have a big archive of Alaska footage. I would like to do something special with it, maybe give it the full documentary treatment.
Long Long Honeymoon I'd love to see it - the scenery was breathtaking!
Long Long Honeymoon Even a shorter doc would be spectacular. Maybe some custom music, and a slick Vimeo color grading... that'd be awesome!!
When it rains it's pours that's for sure. At least you kept an positive attitude through so much bad luck at once.
Bad stuff happens, and in this case of a lot happened at once. You are right about attitude - if you maintain a good attitude you can get through anything.
Guys, great video! I have been inspired by your videos ever sine I retired 10 moths ago and I am working on plans to purchase an AS as well. Your trip to Alaska with the unexpected repairs, is kind of like some of my experiences, but the good news is that you discovered and shared Vinnie with the rest of us! Great contact info! Happy trails to the both of you!
Haha the bad news is that Vinnie stays booked solid these days! But he is truly the best, he deserves the business! Thanks and happy trails to you too!
That was a great video guys! I really enjoyed the detail and effort you both put into adding video clips to support the commentary. It was a pleasure to watch and I look forward to more to come. Hope to meet you on the road someday!
Keep doing videos I enjoy them. We just bought a new Coleman travel trailer. After watching a lot of your videos I almost want to go buy an Airstream. Thanks
I am so happy for you that Vinny was available to help you! Floor looks great! I hope all your leaks are now repaired. You never mentioned what happened with your truck other than you got it back. Are you still a member of Good Sam?
Great Video. I've communicated with Vinnie on a couple of subjects, he is in CA we are in PA and he has as you say in the video shot me straight. Wish he were closer.
Holy shit! What a story. I guess maybe I don't want an RV. Talk about a helpful video - wow! Great one. Thanks!
Just don't get a ford 6.0 for your tow truck! xD
Kyle Nelson Tow
Way to go Vinnie! Great video guys, the AS is looking good!
What nice people!
Great video great information,This is a video that'll keep giving no matter when it was produced,Excellent information and thanks for letting us know about Vinny.I don't have my airstream yet but it is something that I intend on purchasing.
I'm learning tons from your videos!! If I can share one thing with you guys, I would suggest getting a subscription to Diesel Power magazine. There will be tons of information in there for you that will be helpful for you to know about your truck. Those EGR's on those Powerstrokes are notorious for failure. There are many companies in Diesel Power magazine that offer much better replacement solutions over the crappy Ford EGR design. If you had your truck serviced at the Ford dealership, they would have used the exact same design as a replacement - which is sure to fail on you again. Get a better than factory EGR for your truck, so that you won't ever get stranded by it for the EGR again. Or...do what I did and get a 2015 GMC Sierra Denali 3500HD with the Duramax, and get rid of the EGR, PCV, DPF, DEF and finally enjoy serious horsepower, torque and 25 mpg!! :)
+ace1usmc Thanks for the tip, we will be looking at making some changes to our tow situation soon (even if that means simply modifying our truck with some aftermarket EGR solution & tuning that addresses the original design problems). We still enjoy our truck and it has performed well this year... but there is always lingering concern about the EGR. I might consider switching horses if the right deal came along. ;) Cheers
+Long Long Honeymoon Contact Bill at powerstrokehelp.com/ and check out his TH-cam channel bearing the same name. He's the Powerstroke engine guru and can "bulletproof" your 6.0 which includes upgrading the EGR system along with tuning. His shop is in Georgia, but once he works his magic, it's done right the first time and guaranteed.
Love those shirt designs!
Thanks! We have been getting a great response from the shirts.
Here we are, four years later.
I am curious to know how things stood up to time. Knowing that the Pergo is a floating floor, would you recommend installing one in an RV rehab?
I haven’t watched all your videos, but I am working on it, so I’m not sure if you’ve purchased a new Airstream since this video or not.
Thanks for your reply.
Vinnie is a 'Diamond guy'...people like exist x
Like the idea of waterproofing the plywood under floor. Any role for caulking that seam between the wood and metal? Thanks for the vid.
Oh yeah, and the new floor looks awesome!
Would of like to see the camper after the remodel. Maybe someday.
In the future we will post an update with a fresh "Before & after" look at the camper. We're planning to do some more cool stuff to the interior soon!
That would be nice. I am remodeling my camper and I like to get ideas. Thank you.
Great video so what you are saying that they have put something inside your motor a diesel by the way that should go forever if treated right to stop working after so many miles that is so wrong. I look forward to the video on the trucks repair. And Vinnie your a wizard.
Wow great video, great job on the floor, my wife and I really enjoy your videos, we own a rv parts and service business, just trying to figure out how to retire and travel like your doing😊
This was a great video, but it's also the stuff of nightmares for those of us in our late 50's who are looking to have a lot more road time after retirement. Between the trailer and Seemore I can't imagine what this all cost - could take a big bite out of the savings, and would have been so much worse if the truck had broken down in Alaska or the Yukon. (F150 all the way, btw!) My question is - how did you live with the waterlogged floor all the way to California?
we need to clone people like vinny and cindy lol. and you guys as well. it's people like you guys with your heads screwed on straight that restore my faith in humanity after watching the news for an hour.
Thanks for your comment, and yes - watching the news is bad for your mental health! :)
When calculating how much weight the new flooring added to your airstream did you subtract the weight of the carpet and pad you removed? I’m curious because 100 lbs seems to me to be rather on the high side. Also, when I removed the carpet+pad from my RV and replaced it with Pergo laminate flooring the overall weight decreased.
I love your videos, I haven’t seen them all yet but I’m working on it lol. You are truly blessed in many ways. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us. You have inspired me to hook up my RV and hit the road for some adventures of my own. Now if only I could find a woman like yours I would be in heaven on earth. Cheers mate and happy trails
About to take the plunge and buy an Airstream. So many models and so many considerations. With all I learned from your video I want to have the factory do all that upgrade you guys did to the floor. I get the idea of insulation with carpet but I was thinking just plain linoleum? Have had a bit of a life change. No wife and the kids are all grown but no grandchildren yet. We have loved going to Hatteras Island in the summer and tent camping. The best site is the National Seashore Camp Ground at Frisco, NC. Mean while I want to explore. Your video's are very informative and you sound like a couple of friends across the picnic table. Just bought a RAM 1500 with Hemi 5.7liter. Quad Cab Big Horn. What a honkin' tank, still getting used to it. I want to take the children with me though they are ranging from 19-32 (3 young ladies and 3 young men. SO WHAT HAPPENED TO THE TRUCK IN NAPA? NEW ENGINE OR REPAIR?
Hi William, we got a new oil cooler and EGR cooler in Napa. Really, we may end up deleting the EGR cooler from our truck - it's a major failure point in 6.0L engines. With regard to your floor, well, it's all a matter of personal preference. I think linoleum would probably be pretty easy to install, would be durable, and lightweight. I do wonder how you might handle a water leak situation, though (it may be tough to cut and "patch" linoleum?). Just something to consider. One of the benefits of Pergo is that we can lift and replace floorboards pretty easily.
Long Long Honeymoon Thanks Glad the Truck was not to the point of having to consider getting a new one.
Long Long Honeymoon I looked around and didn't see a video for the truck so I would like to make this recommendation. Take a look online at Powerstroke Magic Houston. I have no affiliation with them other than I had them completely rework my truck so it doesn't look to blow itself up now. You also need new head stud bolts and better head gaskets or it will put you in a bind. Not to alarm you but just the way it is for a 6.0. Done right that Ford will go for many years more. Thanks for the videos. We may be on the road with ya'll here in a few more years.
Thanks for the suggestion. Yes, I really want to get some work done to our 6.0 before too much longer. We are just past 100k miles on the truck, and we want to have all of the key "6.0 issues" addressed.
My first thought is you guys are braver than I am... But then I tow a Forrest River TT and there's absolutely NO WAY I'd take it up the Alcan HWY to the Yukon. If I had an Airstream? Different question totally...
Curious - in round figures, what did the floor repair / renovation end up costing. I've been thinking about exactly the same thing; just wondering about doing that after spending over $3K on a new - better quality - roof this year.
But still jealous of the ongoing trip!
I love your videos!! Really informative and you guys are so great to watch and listen to.
Ronni Deam Thanks Ronni for the positive energy! We are actually doing some more interior remodeling this week and shooting a new video about it. We'll try to get it posted soon.
Long Long Honeymoon Excellent! Looking forward to it!
Lots of great information guys, Thanks!
Ford VS Chevy? we purchased a Mercedes GL diesel. It's the same price :-) Thanks for the "Good Sam tip".
I watched the floor cover change out with laminate and it appeared to be very well done and it was beautiful. I have a concern with laminate because humidity and serious temperature cause expansion or contraction. When we had new laminate put down on our basement floor it looked really well done until I came home from work one day not long after the installation to find a hill in the middle of the floor. The laminate had lifted due to expansion. We spoke to the laminate supplier and they said that it was possible the installer had not left a clearance between the edge of the wall and the edge of the laminate. The installer came back and cut a clearance around the new floor laminate. The laminated settled back down and we never had another problem. Did you have to leave an expansion clear in the new floor? Exactly what was the pergo made from, ie; wood, plastic, .....? Thanks We have a 2014 27FB with vinyl flooring. We had a small flood just after we acquired it from the A/C lines being blocked. Had the floor been a certain type of laminate the floor would have been destroyed by the expansion and bubbling. We had a problem like that when a dehumidifier over flowed at home!!
I wanna go there! I wanna see that!
I mean Alaska of course, high water and all, not your issues with the truck and leak. Though I must say towing a trailer seems really practical because your mobility and your home are separate...
Its sad to hear about your leaky roof problem. I had a neighbor that had a hardwood floor in their Airstream Motorhome and when it flooded it all buckled and swelled. I thought Airstreams were the best?
im enjoying your videos but this one hit home because im a ford diesel mechanic. I know all to well about the 6.0l egr cooler problems. good for you to realize our government has caused more emission problems due to failed egr coolers than it prevents! but when fixed right, theres nothing like the power of a 6.0l!
Chris Witzel Thanks for your comment. Yes, when the 6.0 is kickin' it is great; we've towed our Airstream through the Rocky Mountains in some incredibly demanding environments, and it has performed like a champ. Our 6.0L is running pretty good these days, but I fear another EGR failure. We are hoping to get our EGR deleted soon.
Good idea!!
I replaced my carpet in my Class A with vinyl plank as soon as I could. It took 2 of us a week to do 200 sq ft. A big pain in the you know what.
Yes, it's a big job! But you appreciate the results every time you use it.
Pine needles, sand, sweep, sweep, done! No running the darn generator to try and run a vacuum cleaner!
***** Yes! Much easier to keep clean. Looks great too!
Wonderful story. Dreaming to some day own a 24' Airstream motorhome. Preferably Excella or a 240. How do I find Vinnie in Napa, CA?
That's just unforgivable, that a roadside assistance organisation would just leave you stranded, and not even *attempt* to send someone to either tow the damn truck and trailer, or even repair whatever the problem happens to be. I hope you were able to get the problem fixed.
Several months later, after we filed paperwork pleading our case, Good Sam reimbursed us "at their discretion." While I give them credit for the reimbursement, I'm flabbergasted that it was necessary. Leaving us stranded in that situation was pretty much inexcusable. I've not heard a satisfactory explanation for it.
Long Long Honeymoon Damn right! Although I'm not a member of Good Sam, since I don't own a travel trailer or motorhome, with a name like Good Sam, (or Good Samaritan), you'd think they would be willing to help you out, towing Seemore (the truck) and Live(?) (the Airstream), to your friend so that he could help repair and replace the interior to the trailer. But *no!* They left you to pretty much fend for yourselves. That's just unforgivable. What do you plan to do now? Are you going to look for another club to join? It seems after all the bs they put you two through, to be a good thing to do. You don't have to put up with that crap. Thank goodness you had Vinnie to help with replacing the interior. :(
But I do want to go to Alaska now!
WHEN YOU HAD THE WOOD FLOOR INSTALLED, HOW HAS IT WORKED OUT, IT SEEMS THAT WHILE ROLLING DOWN THE ROAD I WONDERD IF IT WOULD BUCKLE. IS IT STILL LAYING FLAT
The floor has been great. We've done a lot of traveling with it, and experienced no problems. It is laying flat.
good thank you for responding love your show
The dude where's jeans and white running shoes.......he knows what he's doing lol
Did the truck issue become a major repair?
Hello - what year is your trailer? Thanks.
Looks like I am not the only one who has had this exact problem. I was towing my 5th Wheel from Charlotte, NC to Lakeland RV Resort in Florida in my brand New 2004 Ford F-250 6.0 liter. We had 18,000 miles on the truck. Get to Georgia and Noticed its running a little hot..OK no worries.. Add water and Stop for the night in RV park in Marietta. Get up next day and Drive on. We are on I-4 in traffic when the truck starts to overheat pulling a 35' 5th Wheel. Add more water. Still over heating and nowhere to get off the road. Drive on to the Lake-land and pull in. Turn off the truck and that's all folks!!..Never started again. Call Local Ford to come get the truck. They called next day an accuse me of racing, illegal Fuel, Chipping, Programming and everything else they could think of NOT to replace the engine under warranty. It was the EGR cooler of course that caused it..The truck had 18K Miles on it!!! So after we threaten them with legal action they agreed to replace the engine. ( How nice of them ). 2 Weeks later I get the truck back and have to drag home my 5th wheel on an engine that's not even broke in yet. Fast forward to 2015 and i still have the truck as a 10 Mile day Commuter and it only has 47,000 miles on the motor and its burning OIL at a rate of 2 quarts a month. Of Course its out of warranty now. When they work they work great but when they break they cost a crap load to fix. Should have never sold my 7.3..
+John Bias If you go to Georgia, contact powerstrokehelp.com/ and he'll make the 6.0 run the way it should have come from the factory to begin with. He also has a TH-cam channel bearing the same name.
hi. new to your videos and all i can say, you grow on one. it's a compliment. anyway, great video, but you did not mention about any insulation damage or how the water got in and the solutions to these problems other then vinnie sealing everything on the outside. i was glued to the video and i don't think i heard you mention it. thanks. just bough a 2012 flying cloud 23c.
d v jimenez also, we have a 2004 ford 250 diesel 6.0 and beginning to have problems, expensive problems. thanks to you and the group on sharing their info. it pays to be informed. were are having the beginnings of same problems.
d v jimenez We grow on one...like a fungus? :)
d v jimenez Watch out for the EGR cooler. In fact, if you live in a state that allows the deletion of the EGR, you may be best advised to go that route.
Hi ,I realy love your videos you seem like such a happy couple , Even in the most trying
situations whats your secret.
i'm very interested in an airstream, but also buying an old used RV that i can go through and renovate as well as customize. is there any advantages unique to an airstream? (probably used anyway)
Brandon Fireking Advantages? If you found a good deal on a fixer, you can probably add a lot of value and it will appreciate in value. We have friends who have done so. Vintage Airstreams hold their value pretty well. There are some disadvantages, too, though. Check out the free sample of our book: amzn.to/1Hfbstq
May I suggest gmc or Chevy becose they are the same
I live in Napa... how do I get a hold of Vinnie? I have always wanted an Airstream... but no nothing about them.... how can I get a hold of Vinne....
Call 415-878-7071 or 707-861-8116