Does Backing an RV Trailer with "THE KNOB" Really Work?
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ℹ️ About the Episode
For RVers, towing technology is finally at the point of adding incredible convenience and safety. Backing in a trailer with a "knob" can be a game-changer for many, especially those who are new to backing in their trailer or only do it every once in a while.
Many will say the knob isn't necessary and that backing up "manually" is easier. That's probably true for experienced backer-uppers ... but for someone who isn't yet comfortable backing in a trailer, the learning curve of the knob takes only seconds. In this episode, we leave Elkmont Campground in the Great Smoky Mountains and enjoy a one-night pull-through stay on our way to Kings Island Cedar Point, where we meet up with friends hosting the Music in the Park event. We always enjoy using our RV in different ways, and amusement park camping is fun for the whole family! While the kids were at the park, the adults got to hang out for happy hour around the Solo Stove. Does life get any better?!
Peanut Butter Buckeyes Recipe:
2 sticks of Kerry gold butter - room temperature
1.5 Cups of non-sweetened natural smooth salted peanut butter
1.5 tsp of vanilla, 5 cups of powdered sugar.
Use a fork to blend all ingredients together. Roll in small balls and stick a toothpick in each ball and freeze. Dip in melted chocolate and serve once chocolate sets.
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As a former boat operator with my first agency, I learned “slow is pro.” A lesson I use with my RV as well. Well done Caleb. I have a 2021 F-150 with the pro trailer knob. After towing many years with a 2001 F-250, I love the knob. It’s my cheat code.
“It will move when we hit it” 😂😂😂GOOD☝️
You’ve done a great job with your kids but I especially love Caleb, he is super smart, always there for you and is such a true blue person!!!!
Do you know who Caleb is? I don’t know how to put this, but...he’s kinda a big deal. People know him. He’s very important and has many leather bound books, his bunk smells of rich axe body spray.
@@ashleymarks6144 🤣
I bought one of those lockboxes for the console and it completely did not fit. So I have a tray that is made for my truck that fits underneath the backseat. I asked my metal guys to cut me a piece of metal the size of the lockbox and drill four holes in it, and then I drilled four holes in the tray that fits underneath my backseat. I mounted the lock box inside the tray then the tray then the metal underneath the tray and I cut the screws off so they wouldn’t stick out the bottom of the tray past the nuts. Now I have a secure lockbox that I can put things in that is underneath the backseat and since many people don’t even know the backseats lift up it’s really a good security lock box.
This episode made me homesick. I grew up in OH going to Cedar Point, Geauga Lake, and Sea World every summer. Caleb...great job backin up the Airstream. You have grown into such a wonderful young man. I'm so glad you are still the sweet boy who kept me laughing and entertained our class.
Saw someone in Vegas this weekend with a summer to remember shirt on and I said something to her and she was very surprised when I said ya I follow KYD. Cool to see your guys stuff out there.
You guys are great for teaching Caleb to back in a calm manner. "The Knob" has a higher learning curve than learning to back properly. Plus you have a wildly spinning steering wheel just waiting to catch a finger.
😭It’s blowing my mind to see your son driving. The kids grow up so fast. 😭💝
Im living with Superduty interests but a Maverick paycheck😆
He made it look soooooo easy. lol
I’m 62 years old, and I still have trouble backing up. My dad use to tell me, If you want the trailer to go left, turn the “horse” (vehicle) right, versa
I’ve often wondered if Caleb, being on the road without Carson or Tori, ever feels lonely without friends to hang out with his own age. It’s clear how close you guys are but it was nice to see him having fun with other teens. As an only child, I often wished I had siblings growing up but was fortunate to have really close friends that my parents often took with us on weekend trips and outings. Love the videos and I always learn something new!
as an only child I learned to say " Hi Im Dave ..Im going to play with you "
@@davidbooth5851 that’s how we were with our oldest son as a small child.
My daughter is an only child and gets very lonely. I'm always lugging on our camping trips either her best friend, or her (half) sister for company.
I'm a diehard Ford guy and was taught to backup trailers by my truck driver dad, so when I got my 2019 F-150 with that knob I was curious. After reading the setup required I went, how cute, threw the stickers in the glove box and they haven't moved since lol
I suppose if you didn't know how to back, it could be helpful, but I feel it is too much retraining to do something I already know how to do
My neighbor is teaching me how to tow/back up. He wouldn't allow me to use the nob OR the backup camera on the TT. ONLY my mirrors and getting out of the truck to look. "Electronics fail. Mirrors don't."
@@nadiaz65 agreed. It is so much easier to just know how to do it than to have to fumble around with that stuff. I will say thought, the camera on the back of the trailer would be nice just to help know you are clear back there because mirrors don't see back there haha
👍⭐️🏆You did a great job Caleb. It’s the same way you back a trailered boat into the water. Now you can do both and RV & a boat. 👍⭐️🙏
We learned "the scoop" method for setting up our truck and tt for backing into a site. We learned it from LongLong Honeymoon youtubers years ago. It has served us very well. I am fortunate that my husband backs up our rig really well. I have never tried it. Kudos to Caleb for wanting to do it.
Oh Marilyn! Please learn how! I never thought learning how to drive our RV was important till my better half was injured and I was forced into learning! I was terrified! Since then I hav3 encouraged women to learn everything connected to their RV! You will never regret it, trust me!
@@annek1226 I don't doubt that I could drive it. Just not with the hubby teaching me if you know what I mean. But thanks for the inspiration and maybe soon I will give it a go.
Two old folk from Ohio here, went to Teton much inspired by your family!!! There are no words to thank you and no words for the magnificence of the Tetons!!
having used the knob for a while on a 18ft and 32ft trailers, it still helps to know how to back in without it. Been in some situations where the knob couldn't do it because the angle was wrong or the shadows/sun caused the camera to not read the label. But it has made it super less stressful and just moving a camper over or backing straight back the knob is awesome. But i would get the knob again.
As a brand new travel trailer owner, this set up has been my saving grace!!!
I've seen the knob work and I've seen it fail. But I truly believe if you're going to drive around towing a trailer you need to back in using mirrors eyes and help from somebody you trust. The skill you learn from backing in your own trailer in the pride you get from it can never be matched by some silly knob in your truck. So don't rely on the video game learn how to do it yourself cuz what happens if the knob breaks and you don't know how to do it...
I have the 'Pro Backup Assist' in my 2016 F-150 King Ranch and absolutely LOVE IT!!
It works perfect every time.
Ford hit a home run with it!
I'm originally from Ohio and I love the fact that you left the recipe. Buckeyes are so good and reminds me of home. It's time to go back to Ohio.
Thanks for being there. Lost my partner of 25 years. Planned on retiring in our class A in a few years. Enjoy your travels. God bless
My condolences, very sorry to hear that 😢
I use the "knob" on my Ford to back my trailer "straight back". I have always had issues with backing straight, let me tell you that "knob" has taken that out of the picture. Get the trailer aligned, hit that knob and put it straight up. It is so helpful. Yes, I am a solo female Airstreamer, l really like that backup assist. I liked the rest of your video too, :).
I grew up in Cincinnati. One of the best known things about Kings Island, is that it is the amusement park that the Brady Bunch visited back in the 1970's!
Just bought a F-350 with Pro Trailer Backup. Can’t wait to eventually buy an RV and use it to back up.
Mine works like a pro. It's so cool.
I cannot believe how Caleb has grown from a little boy into this incredible young man we see today. I know (I have 3 sons!) just how proud you must be. We are looking forward to meeting you next weekend. Safe travels ☺️
I've got that system on my F Series. Being a truck driver, I couldn't wrap my head around it. However, my wife has rarely moved a trailer, and it works great for her.
So great to see Caleb backing the trailer. Trish, Buckeyes are my FAVORITE... peanut butter and chocolate 💕
Hello dear how are you doing?
Boy, does this video bring back memories. I used to live in Northern Kentucky and have been to King's Island a number of times (not sure how many), but that Eiffel Tower, was pretty neat.
I live in OH so I know and love Buckeye candy. Last weekend I was doing a scavenger hunt with 2 couples from Michigan and a buckeye was one of the items, so I had to teach them what to look for. Had the trees around the area that I grew up in. My grandson works at Kings Island during the summer. Love the Air Force museum.
"Sometimes i get a little hyper" Ya think??? Lol Caleb, you were amazing. You are so calm and go with the flow. Great work
I've never been able to get my "knob" to work right. It will work, then it won't. in reality I trust what I've always done, go slow and use those mirrors.
My dad ( 93 ) will just shake his head and say - Just another thing that can break , if you show him this. 😀
He did the travel trailer thing into his 80’s. Still sharp as ever.
When I lived in Ohio as a teenager in the 70s--Kings Island was THE place to go for fun. Sio good to see that you also made it there...thanks for the memories and yes, I love the buckeyes!
Sorry to say I am 100% old school on backing ……. Small idea about helping teaching backing try saying driver side and passenger side Not left or right it help me a lot thanks for what you Guys post love it all
A Buckeyes Healthier Version that we make:
2/3 c peanut butter (sub alternative butter if allergic to peanuts)
1/4c - 1/2c coconut flour as needed
2 TBSP honey.
Chocolate coating:
3 oz unsweetened backing chocolate
1 TBSP coconut oil
2-3 TBSP honey
1/2 tsp vanilla
Probably not as good as the real deal, but since we’ve never had the real deal, we don’t know. But we do know, we like these. :)
Caleb, you backed that up like a pro! Modern Technology has come a long way since the horse & buggy days. I was amazed with that truck backing a camper into the site, on its own, with only programmed in measurements. Amazed. I loved seeing Charlie. It was good to see everyone. Have a good week.
It wasn't backing up on it's own. You still need to steer it.
I use the knob all the time. Works great.
Been watching you guys for about a year. Just decided to go back and watch from the very beginning…and now seeing Caleb backing up the Airstream like a pro! Awesome job! (Your video about staying married while backing the RV was how we found you! The best!!)
Here's a helpful topic. We have had a rash of stolen vehicles in our surrounding area. The bad guys will get close to their victim or just outside the RV and use a code reader to connect with the key fob. They then beam the signal to a buddy who is by the vehicle. That person can unlock the vehicle and if the vehicle has push button start, they are away and gone. I now carry my key in a small faraday pouch.
Another technique if you cannot find a Faraday pouch is to wrap the fob in an aluminum foil pocket. Works the same until you can locate a Faraday pouch.
I didn’t use the knob at first. However, after I set it up and tried it , I loved it.
I have an F150 that I pull the trailer with and I use the Backup Trailer Assist every time! I love it
Nice job backing in Caleb. Be safe.
The cab of any F-Series is a very peaceful and comfortable place. Great place to work. Not a bad place to sleep, either.
Yeah! Glad to see Caleb getting some behind the wheel time! Love seeing him actively working with you and so interested in all of the details of RVing. On top of that, he's a hoot!
We thought, however, that since there was no traffic in the RV park when he was practicing backing the Airstream, that it might've been a great time to have him do it a couple more times - just for additional practice.
For phone holders, I use a Ram X Mount with a suction cup and attach it to my driver’s side window. It works well, but does make it a pain for the times I need to roll down my window. It’s still easy to take off, though.
Also, I installed a console shifter from an F150 on my F350… I love being able to more comfortably select gears when towing. I have a 7.3L gas Tremor, so it does shift around now and I tend to manually shift it often when towing to avoid hunting around with the 10spd transmission.
We went to the museum last month and thought the Bird would be there. Wish we could have seen it in person. It was still a good visit.
That knob steering is crazy, I'm a semi truck driver an Never seen such a thing. An those Buckeye ball's look so yummy, we're definitely going to be making those.
He did great backing up and loved how both of you responded to him!!!! Great parents!
👍🤩😍💖OMG I’m a Buckeye! Kings Island & Cedar Point brings back childhood memories.🤩😆💝
😂🤣😆The I Love Lucy clips were hilarious!😂🤣😆🙏💝
Elkmont is a great campground. I was there in March. I also just finished a back country hike from Fontana lake to Newfound Gap in the Smokies. I originally planned to hike the AT through the park but had to change my plans because two of the shelters were closed due to bear activity. I did have a very close encounter with a bear but everything was ok. When I got home, my wife told me that a bear hurt someone at Elkmont. I did the Cades Cove bike ride in March. Two laps gives you a pretty good workout.
No way!! I live in Dayton! So glad you went to the Air Force Museum. Dayton has so much history. You would have enjoyed a hike through Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm to see the Wooden Trolls. I hope we served you well during your stay! ♡
We have that exact same F450, color and all. I absolutely love this F450 King Ranch. Tows my Momentum 376THS like it's not there. The backup assist is a game changer. It takes some getting used to, especially when you are a seasoned backer, but wow it's amazing.
My son, who graduated from ERAU has a 21 Mustang GT that is the Anti-matter blue. So dark it looks black. Great video.
He did an amazing job backing that Airstream in. Great job beautiful family!
Good job parking Caleb and giving instructions dad. Awesome team.
We were in Elkhart IN last week and went to the museum and saw the bird. Very cool!
Oak Hills Highlanders!! Golden lights light up the field, victory is what we're fighting for....
I keep the phone on the passenger side so that I get a whole vent of AC to myself. Having hot flashes every hour on the hour means I need my AC. My kiddo doesn't want that AC so it works out well. Also, like you said, it's closer to the navigator. Finally, we found a Qi charger that snugs up to whatever phone is in it and also has a little platform that the phone rests on. So we can switch from phone to phone no worries as it self-corrects for size, the phone doesn't drop out of the bottom, and it charges without "plugging in".
My husband is picking up my F250 Lariat with the Anti-Matter blue at the end of the month. I can't wait to see it
Saw your video when you struggled with your water bladder. Suggestion: Probably easiest fix. Get a 12 v. marine live well pump with the through hull fitting. On the output side put a short !/2 clear tubing with a male hose fitting. That attach your fresh water hose. Estimate the distance from your battery, lighter socket, or other 12 volt source and get extension cord wire, put clips or lighter plug on one it and connect the other end to pump wires. Stick pump inlet in bladder, apply 12 volt source and fill the Rv from bladder. Probably $30 or so. When finished wrap cord around pump and store.
Just a tip from an old truck driver and probably one of the best backers in the world don’t look out the window use your mirrors! Thomyt
Kings Island area is my stomping grounds. We can hear all the fun from our house! I remember when The Brady Bunch filmed an episode at Kings Island, does that age me haha! I've been watching you all from the beginning and look forward to Sundays. Safe travels!
Vicki V
21 F350 crew SB 4x 7.3, 21 GD Imagine 2500. Have Hensley Arrow hitch, have not setup the knob yet. Will do this year. Have the Ford integrated rear frailer camera & TOMS.
My husband has now asked for buckeyes for Father’s Day! 😊 two questions; 1. salted or unsalted butter and 2. Do you freeze again with the chocolate? Can’t wait to make them!! Love you guys!! 💚
Yum! Buckeyes! That automatic backup knob is nifty. Yay for Caleb backing the Rv into the site👍🏻
You are awesome parents! Love following you guys on TH-cam! Caleb is an awesome kid!
Glad you enjoyed Ohio! My cousin makes hundreds of buckeyes at Christmas as gifts and whoever wants to help just show up. (Hard tack and nut brittle....not always peanuts... are on the list too) You are absolutely correct. The quality of the ingredients matters.
Love to see Mark let CALEB BACK THE rig!! Great job Caleb, great respect for MARK FOR BEING A WONDERFUL DAD
Great episode! After a full season not setting up "the knob" for use on my '21 F250 and '21 Reflection 297RSTS, I just may have to set it up now. I'm home in 4 days for 15 days, then headed east for 3.5 months and multiple campgrounds. I should be able to get it set up in that 15 day stretch.
Mine is called 'Blue Jeans Metallic' and it looks just like his F-450.
I love my King Ranch seats, but WOW!! I like/love the color of his!!
My seats have the massaging feature. Good for long road trips.
I am from Ohio and love buckeyes. We are finally full time in our Wildwood xlite 28vbxl and loving it. Hit the road 4/29 and currently in Henderson NC. Will be back in Oh 7/4. Hope to meet you all on the road and wear my summer to remember tank top all the time
Touch him to use his mirrors vs looking backwards before he gets into the habit. That being said awesome to see him working at it.
We're looking forward to your Michigan adventures. We are located south of Grand Rapids so it's always fun seeing others enjoying our beautiful state!
Awesome job backing in! A skill I had to learn by myself, and I'm still terrible at it. Getting some assistance from Dad is how to do it!
Marc I think you need to let Caleb jump in that F450 and show you how to back it up. :-) You did a good job teaching Caleb to back your rig into the spot. I do remember that episode of I love Lucy..
I went to Warner Middle School! So awesome! Hope you loved KI!!!
"It will move when we hit it! We haven't met anyone's deductible yet!!" Great driving lessons for us all.
2016 F-150 Platinum. Love the knob. Little movement goes a long way. Takes a bit to get used to.
I back up steer with my hand on top. That's the way I learned 65 years ago down on the farm with farm equipment and our farm truck. My truck center console has a built in phone holder down low, but still visable. With it hook to the radio via blue tooth I/we can answer any call or look at text messages without touching or looking at the phone. Plus Google maps is/can be displayed on the radio screen.
Great Job Calab, important life skills . So Great that DAD trusts you to do this , in a calm manner to boot. CHEERS AND SAFE TRAVELS Steve h.
Love it!!! Our backyard! Kings Island, Salem Park, and the Air Force Museum. All our favorites!!!!
You folks impart a lot of useable information, and it’s coupled with so much joy & laughter!
I am totally impressed with Caleb’s backing in of the Airstream. He did a great job.
I think we’re going to have to make some Buckeyes!
Positive Vibrations
That trailer backing system is wild with the steering wheel direction changes. Seems to be some *getting used to* time. Thanks for showing us your experience.
Man are we ready. We had our first trip out our state if Michigan....went to Kentucky visted the Arc. Thanks for the inspiration.
Don’t know about that trailer backup knob. Apparently it works. Just have been backing trailer for many years and it is something I really don’t need to think about. I guess experience would determine the benefits of the knob.
Very good job Caleb, I couldn't do anywhere near as good as you did 👍 I'm sure that was a daddy moment if there ever was one! Very Very good job 👏 👍 👌 🙌 😀
Love the Geopro you pass at the very beginning as you’re leaving the campground. I have a Geopro and they’re great. 🤣
That is my absolute favorite episode of I Love Lucy!!
With my F-150 my favorite part of the assist, is when I turn lose of the knob, it straightens up the truck and trailer perfectly
I have tried literally every butter out there and you must try Amish Roll Butter. If you like Kerry Gold you will love Amish Roll. It is out of this world delicious. When you get back to Florida they have it in Publix supermarkets.
You ROCKED THAT BACKUP CALEB!!!!!!!!!
So sorry we missed you in our home town of Cincinnati!
Fiance and I were just at camp cedar last week. Really nice place and the shuttle to the park is clutch.
We're headed to the Smokes tomorrow. You got through Cinci without traffic backups. Go Kaleb!
Kings Island is just north of Cincinnati in the souther part of Ohio. Cedar Point is in Sandusky and is literally on a strand that jets out into Lake Erie in the norther part of Ohio. Go to Both!!
🤔I don’t think I like or would use that “dial” to back up the RV - seeing that steering wheel go crazy would freak me out - I mean we don’t even do that much steering when manually backing up.😫🤔 Thanks for sharing that in action because now I’m definitely sure I wouldn’t want that. 👍
We learned how to back up from your TH-cam channel a couple of years ago.We've have squeezed into spots that impressed all our camping neighbours. We owe it all to you. Since you are doing National Parks out west maybe you'll head to Ucluelet again. Hope to "bump" into you in the future.
My mom’s peanut butter balls! She made them every Christmas, used vanilla, chocolate and butterscotch chips. She died Memorial Day and now rests in God’s Grace. Blessed memory. Happy travels.
The Buckeyes are a Christmas tradition at our house. We mix it with our hands because so thick. The balls aren’t very big. Maybe 2 bite size. We do in semi sweet melted chocolate chips with paraffin mixed in.
🤣 It will move when we hit it! I've had my truck for 1-1/2 yrs now and I have yet to use "the knob" this makes me want to try it.