First Time RV Camping at a Rest Stop Parking Lot! - Electrical Issues And a Horrible Nights Sleep 😭

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  • Опубликовано: 23 окт 2024

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  • @KyleRuggles
    @KyleRuggles Год назад +17

    While you guys were looking for something to cover up your eyes, you had 2 perfectly great hats that you can just... cover your eyes with, on your heads! LOL!! And when using that and closing your eyes, it can get pretty pretty... prettyyyyyyy dark. :P

  • @WonkoTheSaneUK
    @WonkoTheSaneUK Год назад +26

    Those aren't fuses on the panel, they're airplane-style circuit breakers. If they pop out, you push them back in to reset

    • @tmc9525
      @tmc9525 Год назад +2

      And they are pulled out to open them

    • @xlnuniex
      @xlnuniex Год назад +4

      I’m shocked he didn’t know this. If I ever did the van life, I’d make sure I knew how everything works before “moving in”

  • @kgnana4
    @kgnana4 Год назад +8

    I love your positive attitude. But honestly, what you guys deal with, pretty regularly, would keep me away from living an RV lifestyle. I love my forced air heating and a warm comfy bed without worrying about who's camping next to me. You guys are amazing and I give you both credit for living your life and trying something most of us wouldn't have the courage to do. Stay safe & warm.

  • @patriciamoore6492
    @patriciamoore6492 Год назад +4

    I would love to see an entire video without trials and troubles! You deserve better!

  • @trailingarm63
    @trailingarm63 Год назад +21

    Good film. Can't help thinking you make life hard for yourselves at times, but each to their own. I thought your overnight spot was perfect - and free. In fact, it was better than some of the campgrounds you've paid a fortune for! Point it south and keep going. Happy New Year!

    • @Theendlessadventure
      @Theendlessadventure  Год назад

      It was definitely more private and quiet than many sites we've stayed in 😅 If the lights had turned off, it would have actually been a pretty relaxing stay!

    • @billyflood2430
      @billyflood2430 Год назад

      Right? Every single problem here was self inflicted. They let their vehicles run out of gas at night, they did not understand the electrical system of their own vehicle, did not secure a spot for the evening before night etc. They are their own worst enemy, good thing they laugh through it all LOL

  • @susana6917
    @susana6917 Год назад +6

    Easy Eye Mask idea? Pull your beanies (aka hat) down over your eyes. Keeps the head warm too. :)

  • @buildanadventure
    @buildanadventure Год назад +7

    Y’all have got to be the bravest couple ever! We’d be such wimps in that cold weather! Delaware is such a cute state! Safe travels, friends! -Ben and Ang

    • @KB-ke3fi
      @KB-ke3fi Год назад

      too bad Biden lives there.

  • @denisekenney6436
    @denisekenney6436 Год назад +14

    Bless your hearts seriously you two have had some terrible luck on your travels! Here’s to wishing you both the safe travels and the best of luck going forward. One thing you’ve learned, don’t travel to the East Coast in the winter! 😊

    • @Theendlessadventure
      @Theendlessadventure  Год назад +1

      Definitely a lesson we hope no one else has to learn first-hand, thanks to us 🤣

  • @stephaniewoods2374
    @stephaniewoods2374 Год назад +5

    I might sound super corny..but I love watching you guys so much. Keeps my dreams of RV travel alive.
    Still sending so much love and support, Steph from NH ✌ ♥ ☺

  • @billyflood2430
    @billyflood2430 Год назад

    Love your delightful attitude despite your situations. So many life lessons here.
    Always gas up before night.
    Know the electrical system of your vehicle
    get your supplies before the last minute.
    Love your vids!

  • @moebiusdune1115
    @moebiusdune1115 Год назад +5

    Sending LOVE from Croatia. Happy New Year!
    I hope that you will get your old camper back.

  • @maddogshwa
    @maddogshwa 7 месяцев назад

    This brilliantly captures RV'ing. Issues+adventures and sourcing stuff. This makes me yearn to get back on the road.

  • @danimartin818
    @danimartin818 Год назад +3

    Well, no one can accuse you two of making the RV life look too glamorous. 😄

  • @rachaeldelao3652
    @rachaeldelao3652 Год назад

    What a fun couple. They laugh at their mishaps. Others would be swearing their teeth out. Good bless them.

  • @aubrey105
    @aubrey105 Год назад +20

    You guys are adventurous for sure. I would have given up on this freezing cold camping trip weeks ago!

    • @Theendlessadventure
      @Theendlessadventure  Год назад

      🤣🤣 we definitely didn't mean to get caught in the winter weather. We're just glad we escaped the snow 🥶

  • @nancyhaynes4459
    @nancyhaynes4459 Год назад +1

    I don’t know how in the world you two can keep up the positive attitude. When my husband and I travel in our RV we do pretty good the first couple of weeks. But after we have blow outs, and other mechanical problems we are ready for home. Take care you two.

  • @jamesenloe2791
    @jamesenloe2791 Год назад +1

    Your channel have become one of those reality TV shows where you feel good about yourself. Your between Jersey Shore and Survivor

  • @judithgreen3689
    @judithgreen3689 Год назад

    Well if it’s not one thing, it’s another. Glad you’re giving yourself an Airbnb break. But, no matter what is thrown at you, you just keep trucking. Love your adventurous spirit.

  • @jmb1819
    @jmb1819 Год назад +3

    Happy New Year Eric and Allison!
    Your videos are my sweet escape from my stressful and sometimes frustrating reality. One day, I'll travel the world like you do!

  • @elyodekirk9469
    @elyodekirk9469 Год назад +2

    You missed a shot where you can see that big, southern, red airbnb. 😁 Cant wait to see the video.

  • @joe-m
    @joe-m Год назад +3

    Me: O they are in Delaware. I wonder where they'll go in Maryland?
    Allison: ...and we've just driven straight through Maryland...
    Me: 😞

  • @lbauer51
    @lbauer51 Год назад +2

    Kiddos, all that angst about eye masks when you are both wearing knit caps that would pull down over the eyes quite nicely. Hang in there and do have a very most excellent New Year.

  • @sarahusmann6545
    @sarahusmann6545 Год назад +2

    I live in Delaware. If you come back through and are close to the Smyrna rest stop, you are more than welcome to crash in my driveway.

  • @kirkacola7942
    @kirkacola7942 Год назад +1

    Great video and Happy New Year and everybody else in the comments as well!!!🥳🍻

  • @andreagoodman1636
    @andreagoodman1636 Год назад +6

    Why didn’t you pull in and take up two spaces instead of 4 spaces ?

  • @tracyeve3844
    @tracyeve3844 Год назад +2

    Newbie here with a travel-trailer. You guys are giving me courage for our first up-coming big trip ! Sorry you didn’t make a stop in our gorgeous Maryland. We are small but our state parks are some of the best around - from the mountains to the sea !

  • @brendalea1606
    @brendalea1606 Год назад +1

    I appreciate your take on RV esp with these times. I miss the travel vlogs around the world

  • @LoneTraveler-nc6rf
    @LoneTraveler-nc6rf Год назад +5

    Add basil after cooking your pizza not before. Much better.

  • @johnnyreb8030
    @johnnyreb8030 Год назад +1

    Take off light switch and disconnect only one wire, any wire. Lights are off

  • @nicolasbertin8552
    @nicolasbertin8552 Год назад +7

    It seems like this is good testing for the trailer they gave you coz there is a LOT that keeps breaking down or just isn't practical...

    • @drlong08
      @drlong08 Год назад +1

      Their Vintage RV would have managed better....just sayin'.

    • @Skittl1321
      @Skittl1321 Год назад +1

      Seriously...this isn't a great ad for that brand. This thing breaks so much for a new, expensive, trailer.

    • @nicolasbertin8552
      @nicolasbertin8552 Год назад +1

      @@Skittl1321 For sure, but I appreciate that they don't shy away from showing all the issues they've been having in a trailer they got for free... Also, maybe it's a prototype or first series of a future trailer not yet sold to the public ?

  • @fluffydoodle1574
    @fluffydoodle1574 Год назад +6

    With all the warm places in the US, I can’t understand why you are spending the fall and winter in the north east?? It’s like you are trying to make RVing look hard.

  • @Love_rainy_days
    @Love_rainy_days Год назад +2

    Happy New Years Guys, 👨👩‍🦰🌹Love your channel, Stay safe and happy adventuring in 2023. Hope you all had a nice Christmas with family and friends in Mo. Cheers 🍕🍕🕵‍♂

  • @margaretanglade5293
    @margaretanglade5293 Год назад +3

    I would have just checked into a hotel and ordered room service. You guys are amazing!

  • @TurboChick1978
    @TurboChick1978 Год назад +3

    You guys have had so many issues with this Black Series. It doesn't make that brand sound too good. It shouldn't be costing you anything for this stuff to get fixed. It should be under warranty.

  • @aprilandvikas
    @aprilandvikas Год назад +1

    You're going to love Lynchburg! My boyfriend and I lived near that area for a few months for work and loved it! Not sure if you guys are still there, if you're into hiking, and how the weather is over there now, but I highly recommend hiking the Three Peaks of Otter! Sharp Top is one of my favorite hikes :) Safe travels!

  • @Lulu.G-61
    @Lulu.G-61 Год назад

    Travel tip… I always have headbands with me when I travel because I’m a runner and I started using them as eye masks. It works beautifully!

  • @dennismilton1138
    @dennismilton1138 Год назад

    I am a avid/and loyal watcher of your videos. I think I can speak for everyone when I say " more videos!" 2 per week is just not enough.

  • @kelvinpell4571
    @kelvinpell4571 Год назад +2

    I watch a few vanlife RV channels. But I enjoy yours more than any other!
    Have a happy 2023 guys!!

  • @scottking7875
    @scottking7875 Год назад +1

    Welcome to Lynchburg! I’ve lived here for 30 years. This is a wonderful city. Hope you enjoy your stay 😊

  • @yeahyeahd
    @yeahyeahd Год назад +1

    not sure if anyone's mentioned this or you've already heard about it from research but there are a bunch of Love's travel centers that have spaces specifically for RVs. not a ton, not in every state, but worth looking into for the future. i think the prices vary depending on the location, but the one i stayed in and some of the others i've researched seem reasonable for a one night stay w/electricity and water hookups. i've only stayed in one but i felt incredibly safe. and the convenience of a gas station across the way is really nice.

  • @adventureswithkyle
    @adventureswithkyle Год назад +1

    you are in my hometown! …you are parked right outside of my gym! 😂

  • @teresalewelling7318
    @teresalewelling7318 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing this with me. I’m so sorry it’s so cold for y’all. But I am so excited you did.

  • @amberlassen5019
    @amberlassen5019 Год назад +4

    I live in Maryland and as you got closer and closer to the state the more excited I would get. After the video.... a drive through with a mention of MD..... I was highly upset. I was looking forward to seeing where you all went in Maryland along with the food.

    • @bryt.147
      @bryt.147 Год назад

      Same!! I wonder if they will circle back to Maryland.

    • @louannhickman4680
      @louannhickman4680 Год назад

      Same

    • @Theendlessadventure
      @Theendlessadventure  Год назад +1

      Ya, that was definitely not our intention to fly through. We didn't explain very well in the video, but we'd already booked an Airbnb in Virginia and just got too behind to do any major stop on our drive there. We'll definitely come back at some point. I'd love to try to track down where I lived when I was born and do some fun coastal things. We'll have to come back in warmer weather when we can really get out and explore 🙌

  • @jonothandoeser
    @jonothandoeser Год назад

    Sometimes it does help to totally turn the battery off. Then when you turn it back on again, it kind or resets the system and your switched will work again. It's easy to think of it as a hardware problem, but instead think of it more like a software problem. Treat the switches like a computer that's frozen (which is what they are) Just restart/reboot!

  • @PlanesTrainsEverything
    @PlanesTrainsEverything Год назад +1

    Aha! I know where you are staying in Lynchburg! That is such a quirky place to stay. Don't want to spoil the surprise, but can't wait for the next video.

  • @traceynobil6852
    @traceynobil6852 Год назад

    Happy 2023! 🎉 Have a wonderful year!

  • @christopherrasmussen8718
    @christopherrasmussen8718 Год назад

    We had a travel trailer(s) for years. Your RV should have propane? Then a better isolated from the trucks battery. That’s there will keep you warm all night. Do you have a equalized hitch? I thought I saw a little dip in the middle. I see you using a diesel heater. They cool. I suggest multiple means of heat.

  • @fabulouspinkmk10
    @fabulouspinkmk10 Год назад

    Hey, I have to say that I also enjoy how you change up the Motion Graphics at the beginning, they seem to line up with what is happening in the vid.😀👏👍. Yes and the vids are my favorite part of my time here.

  • @charisma-hornum-fries
    @charisma-hornum-fries Год назад

    Just an unsolicited suggestion. Have a second diesel can you can switch between. With the amount your heater uses at night and the troubles getting space enough at gas stations, it would make life easier on you. And a filled battery for emergency use. You'll be much more content.

  • @leonohart3982
    @leonohart3982 Год назад

    Love the truck. I’ve got a 97. Power stroke I actually ordered the truck new. You guys seem very positive. We spent many nights in rest areas in our camper.

  • @carletterice2167
    @carletterice2167 6 месяцев назад

    Cheap trick for a more comfortable eye cover… a dark tank top or tshirt. Works fantastic 🤩

  • @funnyside6
    @funnyside6 Год назад +3

    Hey guys, I'm enjoying your videos. When you park in a parking lot look around for an area you won't take up so many spots. When you did your overhead, there were quite a few spots that appeared to be made for a rig like yours.

    • @Theendlessadventure
      @Theendlessadventure  Год назад

      Unfortunately our rig is too long to pull through normal spots, so we have to park sideways, otherwise we'd block full driving lanes. We always choose spots furthest in the back away from busy entrances/exits 👍

  • @pamelabennett9057
    @pamelabennett9057 Год назад

    With the pumps closed and it being so insanely cold around Christmas I was afraid that you might have experienced frozen diesel (when it gets too cold it jells and won't flow). I was so glad when your truck started right up in the morning! Happy New Year and safe travels!

  • @lorimiller3375
    @lorimiller3375 Год назад

    You picked up a Philadelphia magnet(but did you get a Pennsylvania!! Haha!) You guys are troopers ,and always figure out how to get yourselves out of a jam..lol! Pull your hat down over your eyes…
    ☯️LOVE & LIGHT from Pittsburgh PA.. Sending positive energy blessings and prayers for your New year’s future endeavors..Blessed be..

  • @joannacurran8475
    @joannacurran8475 Год назад +1

    I would have tried turning power off and give the fuses/switches to maybe reset.

  • @AL-grhvc
    @AL-grhvc Год назад +4

    6:39 just pull the beanie downnnn

  • @LuvSubbin
    @LuvSubbin Год назад

    As Vermonters, you've given us a new objective in life. Off to find "Sugar Bob's Vermont Maple Sriracha!"

  • @sharonlundquist8433
    @sharonlundquist8433 Год назад +5

    I hope it doesn't cost too much to get the electrical stuff fixed in your trailer. Oh, by the way, Happy New Year!

  • @peggym4865
    @peggym4865 Год назад

    Lol. Another fun fact.. Both of my children were born in Silver Spring. I lived there for many years.

  • @grayeagleswolves
    @grayeagleswolves Год назад +2

    Hi Eric and Allison Happy new year adventures I hope you both hanging in their with the things you have and hope you have a very prosperous new year

  • @mariepalkiewicz852
    @mariepalkiewicz852 Год назад

    Happy New Year!
    Stay safe & Cozy!

  • @FirstMateEmily
    @FirstMateEmily Год назад +1

    I couldn’t stop thinking that y’all should pull your beanies down over your eyes 👀 as eye masks instead! 😂👍🏻

  • @ellenwelch8267
    @ellenwelch8267 Год назад

    First thing I thought of….. take the BULBS out of the lights!!!! But, unfortunately I didn’t watch this until 2 days later, so I couldn’t “help” ya, lol 😂. Keep up the positive attitude!

  • @gwynethglas-brown9171
    @gwynethglas-brown9171 Год назад +1

    Lovely to see you both , hope you didn’t have too much trouble with the very very cold weather .
    Eek the Rv on a slant 🙏 doesn’t go for a swim 🫣.
    Looking forward to to seeing your Fun Airb&b. Safe travels.

  • @lauralenau590
    @lauralenau590 Год назад +2

    In future, you might be able to use your knit caps as eye masks 👍

  • @RudixSA
    @RudixSA Год назад +1

    You can just pull out those circuit breakers to switch off the lights!
    Enjoyed the video, all the best for 2023.

  • @jaseinclee
    @jaseinclee Год назад

    Have a great 2023!

  • @TheRamBlinns
    @TheRamBlinns Год назад

    Parking lots can be hard. The first night on our year trip was spent in a Les Schwab parking lot. We had two blowouts on our first leg. Well, our trailer had only one spare so that was an experience. We didn’t sleep well either. There was. Train track about 100 yards from where we parked.

  • @JenniferDaviesReazor
    @JenniferDaviesReazor Год назад +1

    Well we watched this adventure and identified every place you stopped in your quest for fuel… as you were in our town! I’m sorry your DE visit was cold and not so entertaining. So many interesting places I could have recommended…. Weather permitting. Maybe next time. Safe travels!

  • @BigEsTruckstop
    @BigEsTruckstop Год назад +1

    Lynchburg has some neat walking trails. They have one that goes through an old rail tunnel. We always stop on our way to Charlottesville.

  • @carolj2013
    @carolj2013 Год назад

    I work 3rd shift. An eye mask is a life saver! I received a weighted eye mask last year and it is AMAZING! I saw one on Pottery Barn's website that's similar to mine. Don't know why, but I sleep so much better with it than I did with the flimsy silky one I had been using for years. I highly recommend!

    • @Theendlessadventure
      @Theendlessadventure  Год назад

      A weighted eye mask?? I can't believe we've never come across those! We'll have to look into them for upcoming flights 😴

  • @maneatertiff
    @maneatertiff Год назад +1

    In a pinch, I'll use the sleeve of a long sleeve tshirt or sweater and kind of wrap it around my head/ eyes if i forget my eye mask lol

  • @mattingray5651
    @mattingray5651 Год назад

    Great attitude for both in a bad situation. My ex (wife at the time) and I were in a Class B RV, and she got extremely angry every time we pulled in a parking lot, just because I parked away from the entrance full with cars. Sure we are small enough to fit (tightly) a regular parking lot, but I want privacy and avoid possible getting stuck. Can't never understand her argument.

  • @michelleconcannon7584
    @michelleconcannon7584 Год назад

    Allison, I'm so impressed with you towing. I'm terrified to try it!

  • @jarekweckwerth1390
    @jarekweckwerth1390 Год назад

    Let's hit it > slap! Made my day today!

  • @endlessinspirationlifecoaching
    @endlessinspirationlifecoaching Год назад +2

    #killingit #awesome Thank you for just being so dang funny lol So love this adventure!

  • @mkfaith09
    @mkfaith09 Год назад

    Happy New Year, Eric & Allison!!!

  • @darnellkohler7620
    @darnellkohler7620 Год назад

    Awesome camper! Even better truck!! Would love to buy it when you're done with it.

  • @jackson7421
    @jackson7421 Год назад

    I’ve been there before when I was driving truck picked up paper at the printing place just outside of town. It’s a cool little town nestled in the mountains I don’t think I was ever there much of it was day time.

  • @cynthiatolman326
    @cynthiatolman326 Год назад

    Your set up is newer, but I live in my camper and if I pull a fuse, or blow one, a small light comes on to notify me, but nothing dangerous. A light folded scarf around your eyes would be soft, he slept badly, but she woke up several times and he looked like he was. 🤣

  • @Banagal
    @Banagal Год назад +2

    Just a thought...could there be a fuse out that resulted in lights issue? We had a series of disasters this weekend. Just when one was resolved another took its place. Hugs...and warm thoughts w/lights out.

  • @facsmom
    @facsmom 3 месяца назад

    We had 1 night in Denver -13 a couple of years ago and lived through it.

  • @johnsuh1381
    @johnsuh1381 Год назад

    You, guys, are awesome!! You just passed through D.C, where I live.

  • @dreamingkidd362
    @dreamingkidd362 Год назад +1

    Omg, I live in Lynchburg. I’m sure you are already gone. If not, I’d love to take you out to dinner and pluck your brain about RV living.

  • @SoxRoxBoston
    @SoxRoxBoston Год назад +1

    I've been in that rest stop a bunch of times. I know everyone has different "rules" of what makes it count that you have visited a place. I don't count visiting a place if you are just in the airport or drive through it without leaving the highway to stop somewhere. So technically I've never been to Delaware even though I driven through it over a 100 times... not an exaggeration 🤣🤣🤣

  • @TripHacksDC
    @TripHacksDC Год назад +1

    Never in a million years would I have guessed that Maryland fun fact 😂

  • @awaicul
    @awaicul Год назад

    Welcome to Lynchburg! Hope you enjoy your stay!

  • @AL-grhvc
    @AL-grhvc Год назад +1

    0:36 and wow, Smyrna is the Greek name of a city, which is now called İzmir in Turkish, in western, Aegean coast of Turkey 💫

  • @yvettepatterson5912
    @yvettepatterson5912 Год назад

    Welcome to my home State 🙌🏾😘💜Much love from Norfolk Virginia 😎🎉🥇

  • @josephhicks6989
    @josephhicks6989 Год назад

    You two are awesome, I can't get over how much he looks like G Easy the rapper. Stay safe out there.

  • @JesusSaves473
    @JesusSaves473 Год назад

    Nice trailer. Yummy pizza. Thanks for sharing your adventure

  • @anthonyzim4810
    @anthonyzim4810 Год назад

    U should get mirror extenders,it would make a big difference in visibly.

  • @lindacassell1979
    @lindacassell1979 Год назад +3

    How about a bit of shampoo

  • @BOBSCOTTONLINE
    @BOBSCOTTONLINE Год назад +1

    Great welcome center - when I travel that way it's my 1st stop to make a bathroom run and coffee (sadly its only 1hr away from my house so it is a bit close for a break :-)

  • @p.s.h.6367
    @p.s.h.6367 Год назад

    I personally use my winter hat as an eye cover.

  • @loosescrew9438
    @loosescrew9438 Год назад

    You know that in a pinch you can use your winter hats as a mask. Just pull it over your eyes, and it keeps your head warm.

  • @tammycruz8189
    @tammycruz8189 Год назад +1

    Happy New Year Guys This year brings you lots of wonderful travels and excitement and you get Clementine back very soon Safe travels always I love watching your channel and I wait every single week to see you guys so don't be strangers Mucho love from one of your number one fans and Michigan which is very cold Stay away because it's very cold come back when it's warm Tam 💜💜💜💜 ☕☕

    • @Theendlessadventure
      @Theendlessadventure  Год назад +1

      Thanks, Tammy! And happy new year to you! Hopefully you're thawing out a bit up there 🥶

  • @JayMakepeaceAllan
    @JayMakepeaceAllan Год назад +1

    I'm kind of wondering why you didn't just unscrew the light bulbs.

  • @kbrown5523
    @kbrown5523 Год назад +6

    It's so funny, you all are always complaining about being so cold and the one time I saw you in a decently warm coat, you were inside the truck. Weirdly, every time you are outside you either aren't wearing coats or are wearing something not meant for the actual cold. I know you're from the south but wear a warm coat and you can even add long underwear and you won't be so cold! LOL!!

  • @JCKDTV
    @JCKDTV Год назад

    MARYLAND IN THE HOUSE 🎉🎉🎉