for me...The Good 'Thing' about Camping in 'Cooler'..Fall/Winter Weather...is there are NO Mosquito's!! lol!...Great Tips On Staying WARM!!...Thanks From Canada!
I lived in a minivan in Colorado for 6 yrs and I used my army sleeping bag during the winter. The coldest was -4 degrees. Took 5 to 10 min to get warm. It actually got hot in the middle of the night.
Another cold weather camping tip, is to add a hot water bottle in the bottom of your sleeping bag before you get in it. Warms up the bag, keeps your feet warm all night and then you have un frozen water to start your breakfast/coffee. Also turn your water bottles upside down during sub freezing temps. Water freezes at the top and when upside down the cap stays unfrozen.
chlebowg I use this method when boondocking. . Boil the kettle, make a cup of tea or hot chocolate before bed, fill a couple of water bottles with boiling water and shove them in a pair of socks. One for my back and one for my feet. Works great. Lasts most of the night.
This was informative. I’ve been power watching your videos and am not sure why I am so fascinated by them. I think it is for two reasons. You remind me of my youngest who is a power fisherman and now out of the house. We always had fishing gear in the trunk and would stop anywhere there was a drop of water. Secondly I think it is due to your camping style that is relaxed, simplified and adaptable to changing conditions. There is not an abundance of expensive high tech gear just practical, affordable, readily accessible stuff. That is how I like to camp. In my state we have multiple awesome, quiet places to go that most people will never see as they don’t look beyond the insanely crowded (albeit gorgeous) national parks. Your videos help me de-stress after a long day of work. Thanks!
Your channel has been a big help and fun to watch. Our son uses a wheelchair, but we’ve been really unhappy with out wheelchair van. We just traded for a Tundra with cap. We don’t plan on camping in it, but it’s going to be used for rest breaks and for spending time in at the beach. This channel has given me lots of tips and motivation to make our truck work for us. Thanks!
Good stuff bro. I'm a traveling contractor and travel quite a bit in my F150. I decided to convert the back of my crew cab into a sleeper compartment to save on lodging costs. Reflectix window insulation, a 0 degree sleeping bag and good quality wool clothing has been a godsend in the cold, besides that a good micro-stove to boil water for coffee/cocoa/tea and I'm good down to -20 which we get quite a bit in these northern winters.
I learned this that weather tech will match each of your windows with visors exactly. In fact, I bought some and love them . I got it from watching car camping. I enjoyed this. thanks
You can obtain nichrome wire to create custom heating sources. More wire length = more resistance and lower current draw. More wires in parallel = less resistance and more current draw. Current = voltage ÷ resistance in ohms. Power = current x voltage. You can also get pwm dc control modules to control current draw. It's all inexpensive stuff from eBay so it's economical enough to experiment with. Everyone has their own needs. My toes have always gotten cold easily, so that's an area I need to focus power on. You can also heat shoes with a small light bulb. Possibly two bulbs in series - one for each shoe might be enough to take the chill off them as well as dry the interior out. I still have a couple of old jone pocket hand warmers that run on lighter fluid. I don't know if they're still made or if there's another brand now. No electrical power needed for those. Just so people know, a single candle flame creates heat equal to 100 watts of electrical power according to info I found somewhere. It's up to individuals as to safety and desirability. Lastly, and this is to be used in an emergency since it's technically stealing, I've spotted 120 volt power outlets on the occasional parking lot lamp pole. I've also taken notice of outlets on store exteriors. Always use with due caution and discretion of course, and probably only in an emergency. I even saw power outlets on a post at each parking spot in a northern New York town as a service to people who have engine block heaters. At least that was legal to use.
I used the reflective layer for my windows all year summer winter fall spring. I cut them to fit my windows perfectly then cut my black ojt curtains to fit the shape then glued it onto the window side but not the inside part. It helps keep the interior cooler
I’m essentially the same. Cut to specific shape reflective insulation from Homer’s, kept in place with Velcro. Buddy heater and CO2 detector for safety. The BH is kept on the lowest setting possible and keeps me warm enough and also help to prolong fuel expenditure. Front shell window also remains slightly open. Finally, I also keep a good supply of moving blankets obtained from Harbor Freight on the cheap! 2019 F150 supercab with ARE shell w/ bedrug liner! When necessary, I also use my Harbor Freight Predator 2000 Inverter generator for electric. Secured with thick chain (to an equally thick tree when possible) and a matching pad lock!
This pumps me up for my upcoming trip out West. I’ll be using all these tricks. I’ll also be bringing a Honda genny. I think the battery box was the video that got me subscribed.
Great ideas, I would like a "high rise" shell with a roof top crank open vent (condensation) personally. Look into a physically small solar panel with a good output to charge the "battery box" or even a 12volt deep cycle, roof top mount of course. You seem like a good guy to figure that out, truck works looks great! Really got some good ideas, thanks and enjoy.
I once built a campervan, I camped over Christmas a few years ago in the Scottish highlands. I just used to make a hot water bottle and put it in my sleeping bag with me. It would last most of the night and I camped in about -10 Celsius.
Its always so awesome to read a comment like this from someone so far away doing rad adventures! I'm currently working on a better battery and some solar so I can run some kind of heated blanket.
Back when I could only afford to either tent camp or sleep in my Toyota Tacoma long bed, I found that the relative "water-proofness" of the truck shell worked only at the loss of space. So, I packed a tent anyway to put gear in at whatever site I got and used it for doing things that required standing up or sitting in a chair. When it was raining, I slept in the truck camper and if the tent leaked some, no prob! If I had to run into town for beer, I mean MILK!, the tent would hold the campsite. Cool both ways.
I'm a trucker and I currently use my down comforter and I'm good down to the low 20s. I had an electric blanket twice and it was super comfortable but they both broke right away. They got dead spots. My advice is get a better quality Electric blanket.
Super cool, I been camping out of the back of my 01 Z71. The whole inside of the bed is rhino sprayed, I like how you made up the bed section, that is cool. I'll be watching for more. Appreciate you sharing, happy camping
Nice set up. I use a Olympian wave three propane heater. It's a little dryer heat compared to the buddy. I also have a jackery battery pack and I have used a 12 volt blanket and it worked well but drains the battery quit a bit so that my last option. Thanks for sharing.
@@CrazyQuady I started out with the, jackery 240 www.amazon.com/dp/B07D29QNMJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RcyNFbTMGQX5E?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 And it has never let me down with my power needs. I also purchased the solar panel.
Great video, love the set up.. Broke it down simple and doable, and yes getting a stronger battery though not much sun, some solar would be set up for some serious off grid living and camping. Thanks much.
Also 2 thumbs up on your CB antenna. I do hope you have a free band radio. I have a RCI CB with a Sirio antenna through the roof. Sometime in the future I will get the reflectx and glue it to the speaker box material to match the interior of my topper.
I actually just bought the Jackery Explorer 240. I'm thinking about getting a heating blanket and hope it would run the blanket. Thanks for making this video and look forward to the next camping adventure. Have a wonderful night my friend.
I ran a 12 volt blanket all night on my jackery 240 just fine. But next day I had to make sure to recharge. If I remember right, it ran it down pretty low but worth the good night sleep. Plus, it is so easy to recharge up next day. So many options for recharging. I had a long drive ahead if me so I easily charged with the car.
Nice truck setup video...If you had a guitar in your hands you would look like a younger version of John Anderson who did a lot of great songs like Seminole Wind.
I bought the Little Buddy Heater (the one that screws in and sits on top of the tank) instead of the one you and most other people have. It definitely heats up my truck enough (2020 Silverado) and I like how little room it takes up. However, even though it comes with a base I feel like its not super stable. Kinda top heavy. If I were to do it again I'd probably get the one you have.
@@Aitherious That trick works good for me with my Kodiac Canvas truck tent. I have a single mantle that will run for hours turned down low, but keeps Superduty tent cozy, down to low 30 temps anyway.
I wish my camper had slit windows as in armored military vehicles with just enough light coming in but easier to insulate during the cold weather. Solid walls are too dark an slightly claustrophobic. campers have way too many large windows these days. Ceiling vents would also help dissipate carbon monoxide gas. Just a thought.
If you put Velcro on the outside of the shell windows and put a waterproof piece of that green tyvec foam on the outside.... maybe that would cut down on condensation and keep you warmer
Like you said, I'd recommend the heating blanket. My partner and I used one with our battery unit this November in the Canadian Rockies. Worked really well. Put it over top of your mattress and underneath your blankets and sleeping bag! Enjoy
You have some cool ideas, though I was wondering after the nice truck insulation installs and or heaters, is it not also good to have a very good below zero type mummy bag, jump in, less clothes or skivvies, keep your face covered inside your bag and a thermos of cocoa or coffee set aside for getting up and ready to cook and make a fire in the morning? But your extra linings so helpful. Thanks for sharing camping outdoors staying warm in your truck camper, some have their pet to keep company and feel warmed, friendly soul close by. Great life, very envious! Jammies and hoodie life! Whoohoo!
I’m picking up a -30 bag, Winchester brand I think, from sportsman’s warehouse. $120 on sale. So you have more room than a mummy. I only use a mummy if I’m packing due to the reduced weight, otherwise I like my comfort when I sleep
Go to a sewing shop that sells cloth and buy you some fleece. Lay in it like a taco shell and it will keep you warmer with your sleeping bag on those really cold nights.
Another product idea at the fabric stores for a warmer night sleep is a product called Insul-brite. This is the stuff that they make hot pads out of. Great for reflecting heat. I cut a piece the length of my sleeping pad and slept on that. Layer it on top of my sleeping pad and under my sleeping bag. Your body heat stays with you the whole night and if you have a blow up pad, it keeps the warm air warmer longer inside it.
Lmao “so that was only slightly awkward” 😂that got me for some reason. Been binging your videos this morning bro, love the content and just subbed! Looking forward to future videos. You seem like a really chill dude 👍🏻 Good luck to you bro and beautiful truck too btw!
Reflectix is NOT insulation. In fact is is a very poor insulator. It is a reflective heat barrier, to keep heat out of your vehicle during warm weather. Go to Reflectix’ website, they will tell you what is is and isn’t, they do not even assign it an R-value. The Mr. Buddy heater is way too much for your camper shell, get a small Olympian Wave 3. Much more economical, and will not blast you out. It is a lower , more even heat source that will avoid the “too hot/too cold cycle you will have using the Mr. Buddy. Make some quilted curtains with sewn in velcro on the edges, sandwich foam insulation between the glass and quilted curtains at night. Finally, make sure to properly vent your camper shell, both for safety (you can kill yourself), and removing the moisture that is created from burning propane.
A couple of hints. A Jackery Explorer 500 is the Solar Generator I use. It is awesome. For $25.00 at Amazon you can get a 2 pack of cheap, 12 V electric blankets. I car camp in Colorado in the winter. With my Dual Fuel camp stove on super low (use a coat hanger to make a frame for your heat shield....cover with aluminum foil and....voila! You have a very small space heater. Mr. Buddy of ANY flavor is WAY too much heat for the back of a Four Runner) and windows cracked, and electric blanket going .............you can successfully car camp in sub zero degrees F. Peace!
CrazyQuady I use about 10% each night & that includes running a USB fan & charging phone/tablet. Not enough to make it in sub zero F. You also need the camp stove on low, reflectix. , etc.
Hi Crazy, Good Video. I have a suggestion. We used the same Buddy Heater you have camping out in a parking lot waiting for the grand opening of a 511 store in Knoxville. It was like 17 degrees. The Buddy Heater works great but it uses a complete bottle of gas about every 6-7Hrs. My Silverado also has the bed rug system. I also had a Military ECWSS (Extreme Cold Weather Sleep System) It is supposed to be rated to Minus 40 Degrees Below Zero (with propper layering). I hopped in the ECWSS and hoped for the best, figuering it would just keep me from freezing. Let me tell you, it kept me warm as toast WITHOUT the Buddy Heater turned on.. I havent set up any Reflectix yet but as part of my truck emergency gear I keep a ECWSS. I just need to find a way to also keep the dogs as comfortable as me in an emergency. I cant recomend the ECWSS enough, not only for emergencies, but just for all around comfort without a fuel draining heating system. Nothing to set up, just hop in.
What about space blankets you know the mylar space blankets what about heating up blocks or rocks with a fire and then bringing them inside the camper in a metal can actually melting melted wax to be even better melted in the gallon can and bring it in melted and it'll take all night to cool off to the point where it's solid will be giving heat out all the time
I'm a big Camping with Steve fan. You popped up as a recommendation in my feed, Now I'm a Crazy Quady Fan also. Glad I subscribed I have been watching your vids for a while . I have a 2018 Chevy Trax and I camp in that thing .Good thing I'm not a tall person but it dose the job for me. The reflectics on the window is a great idea. Where did you buy the reflectics ? Is it something I can find at Home depot of harbor fright ?
I so wish I would have waited and bought a full sized truck but OH well I did get a really good mid sized truck. I will camp where I can get electric and bought a personal sized heater that should do me. Enjoy your camping with the snow.
Really enjoyed your video! Thank you. 😊 You have a 110v fan you keep in your truck??? I have a 2019 F150 SPORT SuperCrew. Backseat belongs to the dog! But, my truck has 2x 110v outlets with 400watt max, engine run required!
You can also use a portable power box/station from a company called Jackery (.com); They're quite popular in the Van Living community! Could easily power that cheap heater damn near all night1 and then plug into your car 12v slot while driving and re-charge it! :-)
Why didn't you shoot foam in those holes in the back to block it off I know you might have to worry about water getting in there and staying but it seems to me that putting that phone is definitely going to give you some insulation between the sheet metal
You can purchase either a 12volt heater or a heater that you wire directly on your truck battery. The heater that you have to wire directly to the battery will be your best bet You can purchase these heaters at Flying J for $40 or so
For $1.25, The Dollar Tree has a container that collects moisture from inside closets, batheooms, etc. Would that work for condensation control? The shell of these containers can be recycled.
for me...The Good 'Thing' about Camping in 'Cooler'..Fall/Winter Weather...is there are NO Mosquito's!! lol!...Great Tips On Staying WARM!!...Thanks From Canada!
Thanks for watching!
Pool noodles for gap insulating; least expensive way to go.
I lived in a minivan in Colorado for 6 yrs and I used my army sleeping bag during the winter. The coldest was -4 degrees. Took 5 to 10 min to get warm. It actually got hot in the middle of the night.
When I was in the Army I always got the extreme cold weather bag. That thing was toasty even on the coldest of nights!
Another cold weather camping tip, is to add a hot water bottle in the bottom of your sleeping bag before you get in it. Warms up the bag, keeps your feet warm all night and then you have un frozen water to start your breakfast/coffee. Also turn your water bottles upside down during sub freezing temps. Water freezes at the top and when upside down the cap stays unfrozen.
chlebowg I use this method when boondocking. . Boil the kettle, make a cup of tea or hot chocolate before bed, fill a couple of water bottles with boiling water and shove them in a pair of socks. One for my back and one for my feet. Works great. Lasts most of the night.
I use like 5 of those little hot hands in my bag, work great
Thanks i need to remember that upside down bottle method. 😝😀😊😎
This was informative. I’ve been power watching your videos and am not sure why I am so fascinated by them. I think it is for two reasons. You remind me of my youngest who is a power fisherman and now out of the house. We always had fishing gear in the trunk and would stop anywhere there was a drop of water. Secondly I think it is due to your camping style that is relaxed, simplified and adaptable to changing conditions. There is not an abundance of expensive high tech gear just practical, affordable, readily accessible stuff. That is how I like to camp. In my state we have multiple awesome, quiet places to go that most people will never see as they don’t look beyond the insanely crowded (albeit gorgeous) national parks. Your videos help me de-stress after a long day of work. Thanks!
Your channel has been a big help and fun to watch. Our son uses a wheelchair, but we’ve been really unhappy with out wheelchair van. We just traded for a Tundra with cap. We don’t plan on camping in it, but it’s going to be used for rest breaks and for spending time in at the beach. This channel has given me lots of tips and motivation to make our truck work for us. Thanks!
Good stuff bro. I'm a traveling contractor and travel quite a bit in my F150. I decided to convert the back of my crew cab into a sleeper compartment to save on lodging costs. Reflectix window insulation, a 0 degree sleeping bag and good quality wool clothing has been a godsend in the cold, besides that a good micro-stove to boil water for coffee/cocoa/tea and I'm good down to -20 which we get quite a bit in these northern winters.
What micro stove do you use?
In your small insulated space a big candle will work well
A myth
I learned this that weather tech will match each of your windows with visors exactly. In fact, I bought some and love them . I got it from watching car camping. I enjoyed this. thanks
You can obtain nichrome wire to create custom heating sources. More wire length = more resistance and lower current draw. More wires in parallel = less resistance and more current draw. Current = voltage ÷ resistance in ohms. Power = current x voltage. You can also get pwm dc control modules to control current draw. It's all inexpensive stuff from eBay so it's economical enough to experiment with.
Everyone has their own needs. My toes have always gotten cold easily, so that's an area I need to focus power on. You can also heat shoes with a small light bulb. Possibly two bulbs in series - one for each shoe might be enough to take the chill off them as well as dry the interior out.
I still have a couple of old jone pocket hand warmers that run on lighter fluid. I don't know if they're still made or if there's another brand now. No electrical power needed for those.
Just so people know, a single candle flame creates heat equal to 100 watts of electrical power according to info I found somewhere. It's up to individuals as to safety and desirability.
Lastly, and this is to be used in an emergency since it's technically stealing, I've spotted 120 volt power outlets on the occasional parking lot lamp pole. I've also taken notice of outlets on store exteriors. Always use with due caution and discretion of course, and probably only in an emergency. I even saw power outlets on a post at each parking spot in a northern New York town as a service to people who have engine block heaters. At least that was legal to use.
I live out of my minivan fulltime right now
nothing wrong with that keep pushing towards your goals
I used the reflective layer for my windows all year summer winter fall spring. I cut them to fit my windows perfectly then cut my black ojt curtains to fit the shape then glued it onto the window side but not the inside part. It helps keep the interior cooler
I've thought about it but I like to be able to see out as much as possible
Im always looking in to new ways to stay warm in winter. Really like what you are doing with your truck.
Looking forward to a good blizzard truck camp night in the near future!
I’m essentially the same. Cut to specific shape reflective insulation from Homer’s, kept in place with Velcro. Buddy heater and CO2 detector for safety. The BH is kept on the lowest setting possible and keeps me warm enough and also help to prolong fuel expenditure. Front shell window also remains slightly open. Finally, I also keep a good supply of moving blankets obtained from Harbor Freight on the cheap! 2019 F150 supercab with ARE shell w/ bedrug liner! When necessary, I also use my Harbor Freight Predator 2000 Inverter generator for electric. Secured with thick chain (to an equally thick tree when possible) and a matching pad lock!
This pumps me up for my upcoming trip out West. I’ll be using all these tricks. I’ll also be bringing a Honda genny. I think the battery box was the video that got me subscribed.
Thanks, I hope you have a great trip!
Great ideas, I would like a "high rise" shell with a roof top crank open vent (condensation) personally. Look into a physically small solar panel with a good output to charge the "battery box" or even a 12volt deep cycle, roof top mount of course. You seem like a good guy to figure that out, truck works looks great! Really got some good ideas, thanks and enjoy.
Your video is the most practical that I have seen to date.
Great truck camping set up! I'm outfitting my Tundra with a very similar set up.... the BedRug and reflectix do a great job! Keep them coming!
The simple things make it so much more comfortable. I hope it works out great for you 👍
I once built a campervan, I camped over Christmas a few years ago in the Scottish highlands. I just used to make a hot water bottle and put it in my sleeping bag with me. It would last most of the night and I camped in about -10 Celsius.
Its always so awesome to read a comment like this from someone so far away doing rad adventures! I'm currently working on a better battery and some solar so I can run some kind of heated blanket.
Staying warm is easy, it’s the getting hot is the problem.
I highly recommend the heated blanket! I prefer the one that goes underneath the body like a fitted sheet. Thanks for the great video! Cheers
It's clear and still here in Wyoming. Clear up to my knees and still snowing! Lol good info in the video.
I'm currently camped out in a couple inches of snow and hoping for more this evening! Thanks for stopping by!
I'll try to send some more your way.
🤣
Army wool blankets will keep you warm when you sleep.
Good to see you enjoying the outdoors. Perfect weather. Not so perfect in South Florida
Currently camped out in a snowstorm! Thanks for watching!
love the way you show and articulate your vids. Enjoy watching, thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Back when I could only afford to either tent camp or sleep in my Toyota Tacoma long bed, I found that the relative "water-proofness" of the truck shell worked only at the loss of space. So, I packed a tent anyway to put gear in at whatever site I got and used it for doing things that required standing up or sitting in a chair. When it was raining, I slept in the truck camper and if the tent leaked some, no prob! If I had to run into town for beer, I mean MILK!, the tent would hold the campsite. Cool both ways.
Oh yeah, the thing that I left out is that goose down is your best friend in the winter, hands down.
The way our campsites are around here I dont have to worry about having a tent to hold a spot. Not a bad idea for extra gear though
Thanks for the all the tips
Good one bud! I’m installing a Amazon diesel heater . It’s gonna be warm but good for my back country ski trips . Be well below -10 c situations
I've been hearing alot about little diesel heaters, I might have to look into them more
Very helpful!! Gonna move into my small Ford Ranger starting in Aigust 2022. Being 62, I am gonna need some great tips. Thank You!!!
Thanks for the tips. Like the window idea. Have fun in the snow.
Thanks!
I'm a trucker and I currently use my down comforter and I'm good down to the low 20s. I had an electric blanket twice and it was super comfortable but they both broke right away. They got dead spots. My advice is get a better quality Electric blanket.
Super cool, I been camping out of the back of my 01 Z71. The whole inside of the bed is rhino sprayed, I like how you made up the bed section, that is cool. I'll be watching for more. Appreciate you sharing, happy camping
Sounds like a nice rig, thanks for watching!
the best way to stay warm is to get the F out of cold areas
Great ideas. So I'm not the only one that camps in my topper sometimes. The reflectix on the windows and sealing up the bed, I need to do that.
love the camping video's
Nice set up. I use a Olympian wave three propane heater. It's a little dryer heat compared to the buddy. I also have a jackery battery pack and I have used a 12 volt blanket and it worked well but drains the battery quit a bit so that my last option.
Thanks for sharing.
What size jackery do you have?
@@CrazyQuady I started out with the, jackery 240 www.amazon.com/dp/B07D29QNMJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RcyNFbTMGQX5E?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
And it has never let me down with my power needs. I also purchased the solar panel.
Thanks, I've been fighting dust in my shell for years. Now I know it's not just the tailgate.
Glad I could help!
Great video, love the set up.. Broke it down simple and doable, and yes getting a stronger battery though not much sun, some solar would be set up for some serious off grid living and camping. Thanks much.
Thanks for watching!
Pretty rare to see a truck where the bed is bigger than the cab nowadays 👍
Thanks, I'd love to move up to an 8 foot bed on my next truck 👍
If it doesn't have an 8ft bed it's not really a truck. IMHO - lol
Zero degree xl sleeping bag and a toaster oven for a dog is what I use
A toaster oven never crossed my mind!
There's dozens of videos that test the Mr Heater Buddy. It emits ZERO carbon monoxide. Just FYI.
You sure about that ?
But unvented propane puts out a lot of moisture
Also 2 thumbs up on your CB antenna. I do hope you have a free band radio. I have a RCI CB with a Sirio antenna through the roof. Sometime in the future I will get the reflectx and glue it to the speaker box material to match the interior of my topper.
Hi Mike, I never saw this video. its very good 👍
Great video and nice setup 🇺🇸👍🏻
Love the truck too
Thanks!
It's all a great set up you've got ! TAKE CARE..
Thanks!
You should get a basic 12v seat heater. They're way smaller than the blankets and should be under $20
That might be a better idea, I could just put it underneath me instead of over like a blanket
Great video👍🏼
I actually just bought the Jackery Explorer 240. I'm thinking about getting a heating blanket and hope it would run the blanket. Thanks for making this video and look forward to the next camping adventure. Have a wonderful night my friend.
Let me know if it works for you!
@@CrazyQuady I will for sure.
I ran a 12 volt blanket all night on my jackery 240 just fine. But next day I had to make sure to recharge. If I remember right, it ran it down pretty low but worth the good night sleep. Plus, it is so easy to recharge up next day. So many options for recharging. I had a long drive ahead if me so I easily charged with the car.
@@Lonewolfwilly67 Ok that is awesome!. Thank you for the info and have a wonderful day my friend.
Gonna have to get that foil for my suburban’s windows. Otherwise it’s pretty well set up. Make some panels for my travel trailer as well
Nice truck setup video...If you had a guitar in your hands you would look like a younger version of John Anderson who did a lot of great songs like Seminole Wind.
I bought the Little Buddy Heater (the one that screws in and sits on top of the tank) instead of the one you and most other people have. It definitely heats up my truck enough (2020 Silverado) and I like how little room it takes up. However, even though it comes with a base I feel like its not super stable. Kinda top heavy. If I were to do it again I'd probably get the one you have.
Throw the mr buddy on a pizza pan, I carry one just for that purpose. You could even velcro it to the pan or something along those lines
I always thought that just by looking at it. I have a propane lantern - that throws enough heat to roast you if you have it on for any length of time.
@@Aitherious That trick works good for me with my Kodiac Canvas truck tent. I have a single mantle that will run for hours turned down low, but keeps Superduty tent cozy, down to low 30 temps anyway.
Hang it taught from the hook over rear window. . Still on it's base but can't be knocked over . I finally realized that .
Thank you so much for doing this brother!
Have you thought about putting up a pass-through between your your back area and they the truck itself you can take out one of those windows
Solar panels on the roof along with a solar generator would serve you well. Have both ac and DC. Just a thought!
I wish my camper had slit windows as in armored military vehicles with just enough light coming in but easier to insulate during the cold weather. Solid walls are too dark an slightly claustrophobic. campers have way too many large windows these days. Ceiling vents would also help dissipate carbon monoxide gas. Just a thought.
That’s crazy!🤪
If you put Velcro on the outside of the shell windows and put a waterproof piece of that green tyvec foam on the outside.... maybe that would cut down on condensation and keep you warmer
Love the ideas! Hopefully i can get out and explore and camp soon. Enjoy while you can!
Currently enjoying a nice snow storm out at camp! Thanks for watching!
@@CrazyQuady sounds awesome cant wait to see the video!
Outstanding, alot of good ideas !
Thanks!
Like you said, I'd recommend the heating blanket. My partner and I used one with our battery unit this November in the Canadian Rockies. Worked really well. Put it over top of your mattress and underneath your blankets and sleeping bag! Enjoy
What kind of battery pack are you using?
You have some cool ideas, though I was wondering after the nice truck insulation installs and or heaters, is it not also good to have a very good below zero type mummy bag, jump in, less clothes or skivvies, keep your face covered inside your bag and a thermos of cocoa or coffee set aside for getting up and ready to cook and make a fire in the morning? But your extra linings so helpful. Thanks for sharing camping outdoors staying warm in your truck camper, some have their pet to keep company and feel warmed, friendly soul close by. Great life, very envious! Jammies and hoodie life! Whoohoo!
I’m picking up a -30 bag, Winchester brand I think, from sportsman’s warehouse. $120 on sale. So you have more room than a mummy. I only use a mummy if I’m packing due to the reduced weight, otherwise I like my comfort when I sleep
My truck and camper shell are old. 1995 ford and aluminum shell. Looks like granddad is going fishin all the time.lol A candle works good heating too.
I'll have to try the candle trick!
@@CrazyQuady Its not like a heater but it does knock out the sting
Uco 3 candle lantern would help
Thats an efficient set up. Very nice
I appreciate it!
Go to a sewing shop that sells cloth and buy you some fleece. Lay in it like a taco shell and it will keep you warmer with your sleeping bag on those really cold nights.
Another product idea at the fabric stores for a warmer night sleep is a product called Insul-brite. This is the stuff that they make hot pads out of. Great for reflecting heat. I cut a piece the length of my sleeping pad and slept on that. Layer it on top of my sleeping pad and under my sleeping bag. Your body heat stays with you the whole night and if you have a blow up pad, it keeps the warm air warmer longer inside it.
32 feels like 25?that is arctic for me.nice vid 👍
Lmao “so that was only slightly awkward” 😂that got me for some reason. Been binging your videos this morning bro, love the content and just subbed! Looking forward to future videos. You seem like a really chill dude 👍🏻 Good luck to you bro and beautiful truck too btw!
Thanks, I appreciate the support!
@@CrazyQuady btw I meant to ask, do you have a lift on that?
We would like some new camper video
What a great video!!!
I got same truck bud 💪🏼 I’m looking for a nice camper like that ... love your videos new subscriber
What about stretching a tarp over your vehicle and bring it down to the ground and putting rocks on it
Reflectix is NOT insulation. In fact is is a very poor insulator. It is a reflective heat barrier, to keep heat out of your vehicle during warm weather. Go to Reflectix’ website, they will tell you what is is and isn’t, they do not even assign it an R-value.
The Mr. Buddy heater is way too much for your camper shell, get a small Olympian Wave 3. Much more economical, and will not blast you out. It is a lower , more even heat source that will avoid the “too hot/too cold cycle you will have using the Mr. Buddy. Make some quilted curtains with sewn in velcro on the edges, sandwich foam insulation between the glass and quilted curtains at night.
Finally, make sure to properly vent your camper shell, both for safety (you can kill yourself), and removing the moisture that is created from burning propane.
A couple of hints. A Jackery Explorer 500 is the Solar Generator I use. It is awesome. For $25.00 at Amazon you can get a 2 pack of cheap, 12 V electric blankets.
I car camp in Colorado in the winter. With my Dual Fuel camp stove on super low (use a coat hanger to make a frame for your heat shield....cover with aluminum foil and....voila! You have a very small space heater. Mr. Buddy of ANY flavor is WAY too much heat for the back of a Four Runner) and windows cracked, and electric blanket going .............you can successfully car camp in sub zero degrees F. Peace!
I've been looking at Jackery stuff, how long can you run those heated blankets on the 500?
CrazyQuady I use about 10% each night & that includes running a USB fan & charging phone/tablet. Not enough to make it in sub zero F. You also need the camp stove on low, reflectix. , etc.
Good to know, I expected to pull alot more power than that
ALL simple and helpful. Thanks for sharing.
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Love the ideas you have going man ill try to do some of them love the videos do keep them going
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Hi Crazy, Good Video. I have a suggestion. We used the same Buddy Heater you have camping out in a parking lot waiting for the grand opening of a 511 store in Knoxville. It was like 17 degrees. The Buddy Heater works great but it uses a complete bottle of gas about every 6-7Hrs. My Silverado also has the bed rug system. I also had a Military ECWSS (Extreme Cold Weather Sleep System) It is supposed to be rated to Minus 40 Degrees Below Zero (with propper layering). I hopped in the ECWSS and hoped for the best, figuering it would just keep me from freezing. Let me tell you, it kept me warm as toast WITHOUT the Buddy Heater turned on.. I havent set up any Reflectix yet but as part of my truck emergency gear I keep a ECWSS. I just need to find a way to also keep the dogs as comfortable as me in an emergency. I cant recomend the ECWSS enough, not only for emergencies, but just for all around comfort without a fuel draining heating system. Nothing to set up, just hop in.
I've seen a couple of other people using the ECWSS, I might pick one up for some winter tent camping also!
@@CrazyQuady I can assure you it will be a real Emergency Prepairdness purchase and a potential life saver. Thank you for reading my post.
Hi Crazy, Again, great video. Soon I will probably try the Reflectx mod. It looks like another potential life saver.
What about space blankets you know the mylar space blankets what about heating up blocks or rocks with a fire and then bringing them inside the camper in a metal can actually melting melted wax to be even better melted in the gallon can and bring it in melted and it'll take all night to cool off to the point where it's solid will be giving heat out all the time
I'm a big Camping with Steve fan. You popped up as a recommendation in my feed, Now I'm a Crazy Quady Fan also. Glad I subscribed I have been watching your vids for a while . I have a 2018 Chevy Trax and I camp in that thing .Good thing I'm not a tall person but it dose the job for me. The reflectics on the window is a great idea. Where did you buy the reflectics ? Is it something I can find at Home depot of harbor fright ?
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@@faithjay8393 Drinking one now Cheers !
Steve is a big inspiration! Thanks for watching!
Steves best vids is stealth camping, such a great guy. Cheers to a step 2.
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I get headaches from Mr Buddy. Even when I run it in a very large room with windows cracked
I can tell a difference m, thats why I dont run it long and usually find an electric campsite if possible when its cold
I so wish I would have waited and bought a full sized truck but OH well I did get a really good mid sized truck. I will camp where I can get electric and bought a personal sized heater that should do me. Enjoy your camping with the snow.
Gotta work with what you have, I'd love an 8 foot bed!
Check out Drenalin Adventures, he has built an extension for his truck.
Really enjoyed your video! Thank you. 😊 You have a 110v fan you keep in your truck??? I have a 2019 F150 SPORT SuperCrew. Backseat belongs to the dog! But, my truck has 2x 110v outlets with 400watt max, engine run required!
i would use soundproofing stuff for car audio on ur bed that helped on my truck doors
You can also use a portable power box/station from a company called Jackery (.com); They're quite popular in the Van Living community! Could easily power that cheap heater damn near all night1 and then plug into your car 12v slot while driving and re-charge it! :-)
Jackery is on my list, I just couldn't remember the name 😂
Awesome video dude!
Thanks!
Why didn't you shoot foam in those holes in the back to block it off I know you might have to worry about water getting in there and staying but it seems to me that putting that phone is definitely going to give you some insulation between the sheet metal
You can purchase either a 12volt heater or a heater that you wire directly on your truck battery. The heater that you have to wire directly to the battery will be your best bet
You can purchase these heaters at Flying J for $40 or so
It doesn't kill the battery running all night? Does it have a thermostat?
Awesome video, thanks for sharing.
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How about a beanbag mattress
Thank you, Sir,
Good job
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Good stuff!
Nice work I’ve taken your advice over the years and put it to the test, you’ve been helpful in the past I appreciate these kinds of videos
Thanks man!
Nothing about suffocating from co. Always Crack a window
For $1.25, The Dollar Tree has a container that collects moisture from inside closets, batheooms, etc. Would that work for condensation control? The shell of these containers can be recycled.
Fantastic video ......THANKYOU
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What about using a small generator?
What about throwing a heavy blanket over the entire back cab. Blocks the wind and gives some amount of insulation.
I think it might work but I'd be afraid of moisture when packing it away
Love you videos, a lot of great Ideas
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Diesel heaters are awsome
Quady you got to rig up a Ac system for youre truck so i know how to do it lol