When you're in the mountains, often there are no guardrails. This is so the snow lows can push all the snow over the edge. The little poles are so they know where the edge of the road is when it's covered in snow. :) Safe travels
😊Ethan, I made a post a while back on your transmission issue vids and told you then I was the owner of the top Ford Power Stroke shop in SW Missouri for 18 years. I was known as Mr. Power Stroke and Diesel Darrell and 7.3L Power Strokes was my specialty, but we did work on all diesels. That being said, when you turn your key on, I am sure you know you have a glow plug light on your cluster you are supposed to wait to go out before attempting to start, especially in cooler weather. Letting that light go out in warmer weather is not that detrimental, but in that cold weather it is a must and I suggest leaving the key in the on position for another 15-20 seconds after the light goes out, before you attempt to start the engine. Most people do not know this, but that light has nothing to do with actual cycling of the glow plugs and they are still activated even after the light is out and they continue to cycle up to 2 minutes, even after the engine has started. By leaving the key in the on position for an additional 15-20 seconds after the glow plug light goes off before trying to start, it will heat the cylinders even more and give you an easier start up with less injection clatter and smoking. Also, are you running any kind of fuel treatment in that colder weather? Hotshot's Secret has some decent fuel additive for the winter, and they also have an oil additive I would suggest running to help keep those HEUI injectors clean and free of oil coking. The oil additive cleans and prevents oil stiction of the poppet valves and will also help with cold starts. And just to be clear, Hotshots Secret is just one of many oil and fuel additives out there, and everyone has their own opinions on which is best. Archoil, Rev-X, Stanadyne, Stiction RX, Opti Lube and Howes are some of the other brands that have products for either fuel or oil or both. Hotshots Secret is one of the ones I know worked excellent not only for myself but a lot of my Customers with 500,000+ miles on their engines. Also, I prefer running only Motorcraft oil and Motorcraft filters in my 7.3L Power Strokes. Again, if you have any questions at all or need any help, please feel free to message me and I will be happy to help you anyways I can. I love watching and following along with your adventures and hopefully I may get to meet you on the road some day, after I get my camper van finished up and start traveling myself. Stay safe out there and take care...
Hey bud, 2 things. you gotta let the coils warm on a diesel before you can start it. Second, in the winter it's sleet, in the summer it's hail. Two completely different forms of ice. :)
OK...speaking on behalf of everyone who's a "mommy" or "daddy" here...CHILD...you are NOT dressing for the weather!! Where are your gloves??? No wonder your hands are freezing...silly. I'm glad you and your friend both got unstuck...he seemed to have way more difficulty than you did. And what happened to your 4WD? Scary to think, because when those systems break, they are expensive to fix. Have you thought about sliding locks for your cabinets? Probably better than having to clean up everything that falls out whenever you go over a series of bumps! And you're a brave soul...my fear of heights wouldn't let me enjoy those spectacular mountainside views! Great video, as always! 💖💖💖💖💖
He wants to be cute and sexy and so he subjects himself to the cold and little clothing, it’s a marketing thing, he knows what he’s doing lol -- some people literally rather freeze to death than lose attention and attraction, I mean he is in his 20’s so I guess it’s normal
Hi Ethan hope you don’t mind me suggesting a couple of pointers that may help you. When you’re starting your engine when cold wait while the glow plug heater symbol on your dash goes out before cranking the engine over. Also your leisure batteries shouldn’t drop less than 50% if gel or acid type. If lithium never less than 20% using them too low will spoil them. The glow plug heater symbol is just above your low fuel symbol.
This world is fake, daily deceiving, it is not worthy to go and gain it. wiser it is to seek CHRIST (BIBLE STUDY FOR ALL , a playlist of mine)and get saved.
As someone already has mentioned, make sure the glow plug light goes off before trying to start truck. Diesels do not like cold weather. You should think about getting a small generator as a emergency backup power source. On cold night you could plug the diesel engine into it and be able to charge your batteries. As always, love your videos. Please stay safe.
Cold starting a diesel without waiting for the glow plug light to go out will always make them rattle and bark at you. They also need to be warmed up good before you move them. They can idle for hours no problem.🇨🇦
I’m so happy you’re camping with a friend in those arctic conditions, much safer that way. Might be a good idea to buy some snow socks for your rear tyres: they’re simple to fit and should prevent you tumbling down a cliff when it’s icy 😮. Fantastic video Ethan, you made me shiver seeing you so cold 🥶❤️🥰
Outstanding video as usual, Ethan. As others have mentioned, please dress for the weather (gloves, heavy socks), etc. I’m amazed at how well you handle stressful situations. Your calm demeanor is highly admirable. As a fellow full-time RVer, I actually learn a lot from your videos. Keep them coming. I love seeing you and look forward to your adventures. ❤
Why don’t you and your friend just join forces and share one camper? That way you can keep each other warm, use 1/2 of the propane, etc. anyway, please keep wearing those gray pants…..they look amazing on you! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Yup.......Hi Ethan...check the engine cold start procedure...ignition on and wait until the glow plug light goes out before spinning the engine on its starter.......happy travels
We got about 6 inches of snow in central Kentucky the other day. It is so beautiful, but so cold. It's only 8 degrees right now. Stay safe and warm out there Ethan ❄️♥️
Someone whom I've known since childhood lives in Prescott, AZ. I'm glad you've found yourself a new friend (the van guy). Try to stay warm for the rest of Winter. I've decided I really don't like cold weather. Not a fan of hot weather either.
Cold weather tip: having a space blanket under you when sleeping. Usually I do something like space blanket -> fleece blanket -> sheet -> me -> fleece blanket -> duvet. And wool socks + a beanie. Space blankets do rip pretty easily, so finding something like a reflective car window screen or a picnic blanket with a reflective/insulated back works okay too. Obviously the absolute best option is an insulated sleeping pad, but nobody's got money for that in this economy.
Here’s some advice from South Dakota. Keep those mats that you use for your front door, in your truck. Use them under your tire when you’re stuck. Best advice to give you! Your awesome!
dude, you need to install a relay switch to your house battery to connect to your CAR battery so that you can switch that when needed and charge your house battery by your trucks alternator.
I know you are limited on space, but here is a trucker winter tip if you keep a bucket of sand, salt(winter or pool salt) and kitty litter mixture, you put a scoop behind and in front of the stuck tires. It will help you get the grip you need to get out of the stuck situation
From South Africa tyres laddie tyres let them down ....low ! Double the length of the footprint (look what the length of the footprint is at start, then air-out until its double by eye. Doing this will have the effect of halving the weight on the van, and double the traction.... You're welcome Warren
Yeah snowing and freezing temps kinda a drag when camping however part of the adventure. I can't give you anymore advice except what others have pointed out about your glow plug, on your dash that is. Important good advice by others. Also I know it's your channel glad you have someone with you and a friend for peaches to run with, who is he? I noticed you're very careful about showing his face or naming him by name. He is a great guy pulling you out and for sticking with you in your Hazzard travels, willing to do this as I would not. Glad you're not alone. I pull a 5th wheel with my husband and could never boondock in the outdoors like this. The 5th wheel wouldn't hold up to the abuse and it's just too big. Enjoy your show keep up the videos and enjoy them .
Ethan, there is a lot of good advice on here. Take it, damn it, take it lol. As for me, well, I'm here in New Hampshire watching you and glad that you are still posting. Thanks.
Ethan I know what you're going through I'm a long haul trucker, driving Washington Oregon Wyoming, Utah Idaho, And California is home. Love every video you make You always make me laugh You're fantastic Thank you for your content
You do so well in high stressful situations. Your eagerness to get out of uncomfortable situations is outstanding. Love your content, enjoy watching your work. ❤
Goodness, Peaches must be over-the-moon that she can do car adventures with her human everyday! I noticed that she was as keen as a bean sittin up front co-piloting .
Can’t say I’m a regular viewer, but I like your posts - entertaining. When I was in HS we were required to take Latin or Greek for two years and then two years of a Romance language; my Latin teacher was a Jesuit priest - rumour was he killed an opponent while boxing - and that led him to become a priest. Anyway, he was acerbic and we had a student that always had so much melodrama (excuses really) so this priest started to refer to his tales as the ‘Perils of Pauline’. Your story reminds me of that. Perils of Pauline was a serialised silent film with different situations that Pauline would find herself. Anyway, long way around the barn to say enjoy your clips. 😁👍🙏🏻
Please don't take offense, a lot of people confuse hail and sleet. Hail is produced by severe thunderstorms, sleet is ice pellets produced from winter storms when snow passes thru a warmer layer of air and re freezes as sleet.
It is usually better to slowly come at an angle when traversing a rut or a curb so that only one tire at a time crosses the rut or curb so that way the other three tires are on firm ground. Just remember to take it slow and you still might need to press a bit down on the accelerator when doing this. Also I think WM sells some antifreeze for camper tanks. Stay warm and don't be afraid to build a winter time camp fire if you come across some wood.
I'm now 69 years old , wish I had your positive thoughts, attitude when I was your age!!. Be safe, stay positive 😊. Enjoy your videos.... a fan from Connecticut . Maybe respond 😊 sometime ... have a wonderful life and keep up on being Yourself! .
Those "poles sticking up " are not intended to act as a guardrail of any sort; they are intended to tell the road snowplow crews where the edge of the road surface is *and* how deep the snow is, (on the roadway). 😮😮
One more idea is get a wibasko bunk heater installed in your camper I uses a small amount of diesel from your tank to keep your whole living area warm and pulls very little power. Thanks for your videos. Best wishes.
Thanks for letting us know of your problems with the freezing toilet and tanks I would have never thought of that. Good to know! Diesel is a little different then gas. Glow plugs help them start. Good luck stay warm!!
This is why people go RVing in the summer or in the south. Sorry to hear about all your troubles. Please move south. Florida is great this time of year. Good luck Ethan!
While Prescott is in AZ's mountains...it is, still... in the South(west)....perhaps...South TXass or Florida would be warmer in January?...Oh...and Ethan...the noise you heard(06:15) should be of no concern! It's only when you might venture to the Snowflake area and go chasin' after what seems like a distant "forest fire"...should you begin to worry! At least you weren't "beamed up" like Travis Walton(fully clothed)...only to be "dropped off"(naked) a few days later...several miles away...out in the "sticks"...and then experience(reportedly) recalling(snippets of) a very strange "alienapping"?....(movie: Fire...in the sky)
@@mmurphy2317 I watched that movie and I'm not sure it passes the truth test. The "alien spaceship" was filthy. You would think someone so advanced would keep their ship spotless.
@@Daniel-xd1ig Dan'l....given the presumed technical advances a type 2 or 3 civilization might possess...and given reports that entire flocks of sheep and cows and horses have been "beamed up" and expiremented on and the likelihood that humans are viewed by them as just a slightly more advanced mammal....dirt prolly disappears with a mere thought ...aboard such a craft...just sayin'
Your optimism and “can-do” attitude are inspiring! Every week I wonder what crazy shit happens to you and look forward to the fun of watching you figure it out 😂 Last winter 🥶 I went camping to Pigeon Forge in my new Airstream during the polar vortex. Water lines, holding tanks, and water heater all froze solid. Looking back, now I wish I had your good humor to deal with it all with little stress like you 😇
dude, you have WAAAAY more guts than anyone I know!! Impressive how you stick to something and just go with it! I'm pretty sure I'd have said "the HELL with this" a long damn time ago!
Should I ever decide to live in a van during winter, all I need to do beforehand is study the comment sections of your videos, particularly this one here. There's just so much valuable advice people are sharing!! Even I can't help but feel grateful although the advice is meant for you. 😊
Hi Ethan, hey, in California, we have something for driving in snow and ice called "Snow Chains" and even with 4x4, they keep you from getting stuck! Next trip to Walmart, buy a small shovel and a set of tire/snow chains. On those back forest roads, they may be plowed, but you can still get stuck. So glad your friend is traveling with you. Don't want you getting somewhere without cell service and getting stuck again. Hello to Peaches from Cody, my JRT who is 4 yrs old.
Hey Ethan, you are so adventurous, I really enjoy your videos!!! The snow is very beautiful even though it's very cold. Be sure to take care of yourself & Peaches & try to stay warm!!! 👍👍🙂
In extremely cold weather you can put a small propane flame under the oil pan to heat up the oil. Makes starting easier. Also helps sometimes to cycle the glow plugs on and off a few times. If you’ve never changed them? Pick up a new set for peace of mind. It’s also handy to keep a portable jump starter on hand in cold weather.
Ethan, you need to connect a charge line from your truck to the batteries in your RV. Be sure to select a non-critical fuse, and a circuit that TURNS OFF/DISCONNECTS when your engine/alternator is off. I’d suggest letting a mechanic do it. By circuit that turns off, cigarette lighter circuits usually don’t function when the engine is off, but done light circuits always work. You only want to charge your camper battery when the engine is on, you do not want the camper battery to drain your trucks engine battery. I’m so sorry if I’ve over-explained this, no offense intended. Best of luck! 🥰
@@newjerseybill3521 - Cool! I was thinking also about a 7 pin trailer connection, that would simplify things too. I am not a mechanic or electrician. 👍🏼😎
I was shivering watching this. I live in FL now for 3 years and was in CT all my life prior. Don’t miss the snow, ice and cold at all! Good luck on your travels. Stay safe. Big hug and treat for Peaches! 👍❤️❤️👍
Since most of your items seem to want to find their own way to the floor as you drive, have you ever thought about just putting it all in the floor before you hit the road? (just kidding) 😁 It was an amazing view along your drive, and your experiences are amazing as well. Your videos are great tutorials in what to do and not do, and some of the things anybody could encounter, and how they could prepare for a similar adventure. Safe journeys, Ethan. 🤗
You could really use a portable winch that mounts into a trailer hitch receiver. I've seen them mounted on the front of trucks too. That way you could pull yourself out of problems from the front or back. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!
Hey Ethan. Hope your warm!❤❤❤ Hope you have something good to smoke. Pebbles is so cute. So are you! 🎉🎉🎉 Glad you have a friend to help you. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊
Ethan, In winter do not let your gas tank get too low. A gas line freeze would not be good, nor running out of fuel. You might pick up a couple extra bottles of heat.Just wanting you to be safe out there.
Glad to see you are not travelling alone in the snow. As it says in the book of Ecclesiastes: 4:9 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. 10 For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.
When I was driving in snow, ice, and off-road, I got a 4WD (Subruau xt6). All four wheels would continuously operate. There was a button to lock the four axles into two. This would reduce spillage even more. Just suggesting for the next time you are buying for off-road adventures.
The poles on the side of the road are to help you during a snow storm (blizzard) to show you where the road is, so you don't drive off the side... In Iowa, they put show "fences" where the snow may build up mounds. Try camping at Zion National park or the Arches.
Those sounds when its cold are normal for a diesel. You'll likely find your truck will start easier in the cold if you wait for the glow plug light to go out before starting. Your 4 wheel drive doesn't seem to be working either. I noticed that in another video. Your truck looks to have manual locking hubs on the front are they in the 'lock' position? You should have been able to drive out of that ditch no problem. Your videos inspire me to get out and go camping!
It seems like just the blink of an eye ago I was 20. Now I’m almost 60. I love my life and my family. But if I had it to so all over again, I’d live my life a little closer to the kind of adventures you are having. I wish you all the best, and I’m cheering you on. Live your life YOUR own way. Never forget that you’re an amazing person.
Like everyone else said the glow plugs, I’d also cycle the key and let the glow plugs run 2 to 3 times when cold. No matter what though the trucks going to sound rough once it starts until it warms up, all diesel trucks in cold temps are like that.
A great video Ethan! On any diesel rig turn the key on so all the dash warning lights are on...don't try to start until the glow plug light goes off...usually 30-40ish seconds as that is what helps things warm up to fire off initially on start up. I love your content a bunch 🙂
Have you looked into a Diesel Heater ? Not as efficient as propane but very small and blows a LOT of heat, can draw it's fuel from your main truck tank and set to never use all your fuel. All very easy to do. (12VDC and regular Diesel). I love my heater. (28' Class A for 3 years). Other thoughts - Gloves - double check how you start your truck - . Keep up the great work bud.
Welcome to Northern Arizona Ethan of course you came at a time we had 2 storms which dumped rain in Phoenix and snow in the high country. Live in Phoenix and l leave the snow in the mountains. Happy to paid a visit to us. Big hugs.
Ford diesel time to replace your glow plugs you will save on fuel and the warn up should be fit 4 wheel drive is a must in snow I am guessing no front Drive Shatf 😉
@ethantravels there is antifreeze that you pour into your tanks and toilets. we do that in our caravan. a must when it's freezing. just like in the car with the coolant. recommends using these agents in your tanks and toilets. the frost can do serious damage otherwise. good luck.
graupel -also called soft hail, hominy snow, or snow pellets,[1] is precipitation that forms when supercooled water droplets in air are collected and freeze on falling snowflakes❄❄❄
Stay warm and safe. Keep enjoying! - Lots of good advice here. Some say it a bit harshly but it is good advice. The skinny poles on the edge of the mountain highway help the snowplow drivers to know where the edge of the road is when they are plowing. 😳 11:57
You should get your 4x4 working or invest in a good set of tire chains for back two tires. I'm thinking around $200.00 a set, Tractor Supply usually have them. They are sized to your tire size. PS. Don't go up into Canada during winter roads up there are all ice. Love you, be careful baby. I've the same truck. 2000 F250 SD 4x4 7.3 diesel
Hi Ethan I just had a few suggestions for you. I am sure you are doing these already. 1) Add a diesel anti jell fluid to your fuel when it is going to go below about 20f. 2) Check your water fuel separator filter and if it is showing full get the filter changed. I hope this gives you more reliable engine performance in cold weather. Take Care.
Just subscribed a few days ago. You popped up on my home page for some ungodly reason. I love your whole gig, dude. It is interesting, amusing, educational, and mysterious. You seem like a really fun, great guy!
From my experience as an X cross-country truck driver, in weather like that when the truck isn't running start putting a gallon of unleaded in your tanks it keeps the fuel from gelling cause diesel turn to gelatin at cold temps.
I'm glad you're not all alone. Yet the RV looks so cozy and seems so adventurous. RV is for recreational vehicle, I didn't know that, I googled it. I don't have a car or a driver's license, hence my lack of knowledge
So glad to see you travelling with a companion in less that ideal weather conditions.
MAN TO MAN..............😍😍.
"Companion". Riiiiight.
Yah your “friend” 😉who’s been in like the last 3 uploads , it’s all good we all got needs ha ha 😅
He hasn't been single for traveling since day one he's always got somebody with him but he refuses to admit that there's always somebody with him
Well he did brag at the beginning that he'd be getting "3 to 6 inches today."
When you're in the mountains, often there are no guardrails. This is so the snow lows can push all the snow over the edge. The little poles are so they know where the edge of the road is when it's covered in snow. :) Safe travels
😊Ethan, I made a post a while back on your transmission issue vids and told you then I was the owner of the top Ford Power Stroke shop in SW Missouri for 18 years. I was known as Mr. Power Stroke and Diesel Darrell and 7.3L Power Strokes was my specialty, but we did work on all diesels. That being said, when you turn your key on, I am sure you know you have a glow plug light on your cluster you are supposed to wait to go out before attempting to start, especially in cooler weather. Letting that light go out in warmer weather is not that detrimental, but in that cold weather it is a must and I suggest leaving the key in the on position for another 15-20 seconds after the light goes out, before you attempt to start the engine. Most people do not know this, but that light has nothing to do with actual cycling of the glow plugs and they are still activated even after the light is out and they continue to cycle up to 2 minutes, even after the engine has started. By leaving the key in the on position for an additional 15-20 seconds after the glow plug light goes off before trying to start, it will heat the cylinders even more and give you an easier start up with less injection clatter and smoking.
Also, are you running any kind of fuel treatment in that colder weather? Hotshot's Secret has some decent fuel additive for the winter, and they also have an oil additive I would suggest running to help keep those HEUI injectors clean and free of oil coking. The oil additive cleans and prevents oil stiction of the poppet valves and will also help with cold starts.
And just to be clear, Hotshots Secret is just one of many oil and fuel additives out there, and everyone has their own opinions on which is best. Archoil, Rev-X, Stanadyne, Stiction RX, Opti Lube and Howes are some of the other brands that have products for either fuel or oil or both. Hotshots Secret is one of the ones I know worked excellent not only for myself but a lot of my Customers with 500,000+ miles on their engines. Also, I prefer running only Motorcraft oil and Motorcraft filters in my 7.3L Power Strokes.
Again, if you have any questions at all or need any help, please feel free to message me and I will be happy to help you anyways I can.
I love watching and following along with your adventures and hopefully I may get to meet you on the road some day, after I get my camper van finished up and start traveling myself. Stay safe out there and take care...
Very good advice. Did he ever get back to you? Your offer to help him is awesome
@@michaelrotter1134 Thanks, but not heard from him...
@@DJ_Travels I'm a bit surprised because he seems to be pretty good about getting back with people.
Growing up in Vermont, many people carry kitty litter to use as traction if you get stuck.
Hey bud, 2 things. you gotta let the coils warm on a diesel before you can start it. Second, in the winter it's sleet, in the summer it's hail. Two completely different forms of ice. :)
Ethan's really blonde its not his fault 😅
OK...speaking on behalf of everyone who's a "mommy" or "daddy" here...CHILD...you are NOT dressing for the weather!! Where are your gloves??? No wonder your hands are freezing...silly. I'm glad you and your friend both got unstuck...he seemed to have way more difficulty than you did. And what happened to your 4WD? Scary to think, because when those systems break, they are expensive to fix. Have you thought about sliding locks for your cabinets? Probably better than having to clean up everything that falls out whenever you go over a series of bumps! And you're a brave soul...my fear of heights wouldn't let me enjoy those spectacular mountainside views! Great video, as always! 💖💖💖💖💖
I agree. I agree with everything you said, totally.
I'm not but I was thinking the same thing. He doesn't look prepared to be out in the winter weather.
He wants to be cute and sexy and so he subjects himself to the cold and little clothing, it’s a marketing thing, he knows what he’s doing lol -- some people literally rather freeze to death than lose attention and attraction, I mean he is in his 20’s so I guess it’s normal
Good gay daddies always keep your twinks inside when it is cold out. 😅
Hi Ethan hope you don’t mind me suggesting a couple of pointers that may help you. When you’re starting your engine when cold wait while the glow plug heater symbol on your dash goes out before cranking the engine over. Also your leisure batteries shouldn’t drop less than 50% if gel or acid type. If lithium never less than 20% using them too low will spoil them. The glow plug heater symbol is just above your low fuel symbol.
This world is fake, daily deceiving, it is not worthy to go and gain it.
wiser it is to seek CHRIST (BIBLE STUDY FOR ALL , a playlist of mine)and get saved.
As someone already has mentioned, make sure the glow plug light goes off before trying to start truck. Diesels do not like cold weather. You should think about getting a small generator as a emergency backup power source. On cold night you could plug the diesel engine into it and be able to charge your batteries. As always, love your videos. Please stay safe.
Cold starting a diesel without waiting for the glow plug light to go out will always make them rattle and bark at you. They also need to be warmed up good before you move them. They can idle for hours no problem.🇨🇦
I’m so happy you’re camping with a friend in those arctic conditions, much safer that way. Might be a good idea to buy some snow socks for your rear tyres: they’re simple to fit and should prevent you tumbling down a cliff when it’s icy 😮. Fantastic video Ethan, you made me shiver seeing you so cold 🥶❤️🥰
Arctic? 20 degrees is downright balmy.
No where near "arctic" conditions.
Buddy system ! ! Yes ! !
I am glad that you and your friend got un-stuck. Peaches is so cute. Stay warm the both of you.
Glad You and Peaches Have a Friend each to travel with!
You are very brave. It’s a good thing you have peaches to keep you company. I really enjoy your videos. Thank you. 🙏
Outstanding video as usual, Ethan. As others have mentioned, please dress for the weather (gloves, heavy socks), etc. I’m amazed at how well you handle stressful situations. Your calm demeanor is highly admirable. As a fellow full-time RVer, I actually learn a lot from your videos. Keep them coming. I love seeing you and look forward to your adventures. ❤
Why don’t you and your friend just join forces and share one camper? That way you can keep each other warm, use 1/2 of the propane, etc. anyway, please keep wearing those gray pants…..they look amazing on you! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Wow that snow was beautiful ..You're beautiful. What more could a viewer ask😊
Yup.......Hi Ethan...check the engine cold start procedure...ignition on and wait until the glow plug light goes out before spinning the engine on its starter.......happy travels
We got about 6 inches of snow in central Kentucky the other day. It is so beautiful, but so cold. It's only 8 degrees right now. Stay safe and warm out there Ethan ❄️♥️
Think ETHAN got mor than 6 inches.......................................
Wish you had sent some of that snow over to SC. Didn't see even a single flake all winter.
Someone whom I've known since childhood lives in Prescott, AZ. I'm glad you've found yourself a new friend (the van guy). Try to stay warm for the rest of Winter. I've decided I really don't like cold weather. Not a fan of hot weather either.
Cold weather tip: having a space blanket under you when sleeping. Usually I do something like space blanket -> fleece blanket -> sheet -> me -> fleece blanket -> duvet. And wool socks + a beanie. Space blankets do rip pretty easily, so finding something like a reflective car window screen or a picnic blanket with a reflective/insulated back works okay too. Obviously the absolute best option is an insulated sleeping pad, but nobody's got money for that in this economy.
Here’s some advice from South Dakota. Keep those mats that you use for your front door, in your truck. Use them under your tire when you’re stuck. Best advice to give you! Your awesome!
dude, you need to install a relay switch to your house battery to connect to your CAR battery so that you can switch that when needed and charge your house battery by your trucks alternator.
Or have someone install an ACR (automatic charge relay). Don't have to think about it then.
I know you are limited on space, but here is a trucker winter tip if you keep a bucket of sand, salt(winter or pool salt) and kitty litter mixture, you put a scoop behind and in front of the stuck tires. It will help you get the grip you need to get out of the stuck situation
From South Africa tyres laddie tyres let them down ....low ! Double the length of the footprint (look what the length of the footprint is at start, then air-out until its double by eye. Doing this will have the effect of halving the weight on the van, and double the traction....
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Yeah snowing and freezing temps kinda a drag when camping however part of the adventure. I can't give you anymore advice except what others have pointed out about your glow plug, on your dash that is. Important good advice by others. Also I know it's your channel glad you have someone with you and a friend for peaches to run with, who is he? I noticed you're very careful about showing his face or naming him by name. He is a great guy pulling you out and for sticking with you in your Hazzard travels, willing to do this as I would not. Glad you're not alone. I pull a 5th wheel with my husband and could never boondock in the outdoors like this. The 5th wheel wouldn't hold up to the abuse and it's just too big. Enjoy your show keep up the videos and enjoy them .
His friend goes way back in his videos history.
Ethan, there is a lot of good advice on here. Take it, damn it, take it lol. As for me, well, I'm here in New Hampshire watching you and glad that you are still posting. Thanks.
Throughout all the tribulations you seem to be having a good time x
I am so glad to see you haven't such a good time. Especially in the conditions that you're in and saying all of those beautiful things you're saying
Ethan I know what you're going through I'm a long haul trucker, driving Washington Oregon Wyoming, Utah Idaho, And California is home. Love every video you make You always make me laugh You're fantastic Thank you for your content
You do so well in high stressful situations. Your eagerness to get out of uncomfortable situations is outstanding. Love your content, enjoy watching your work. ❤
How fun! I hope you get to snuggle with your friend and the dogs to stay warm.
Goodness, Peaches must be over-the-moon that she can do car adventures with her human everyday! I noticed that she was as keen as a bean sittin up front co-piloting .
Can’t say I’m a regular viewer, but I like your posts - entertaining.
When I was in HS we were required to take Latin or Greek for two years and then two years of a Romance language; my Latin teacher was a Jesuit priest - rumour was he killed an opponent while boxing - and that led him to become a priest.
Anyway, he was acerbic and we had a student that always had so much melodrama (excuses really) so this priest started to refer to his tales as the ‘Perils of Pauline’.
Your story reminds me of that.
Perils of Pauline was a serialised silent film with different situations that Pauline would find herself.
Anyway, long way around the barn to say enjoy your clips. 😁👍🙏🏻
I love you Ethan. I wish I was like you and had the courage to do what you do. Kisses from Brazil. 😊
Please don't take offense, a lot of people confuse hail and sleet. Hail is produced by severe thunderstorms, sleet is ice pellets produced from winter storms when snow passes thru a warmer layer of air and re freezes as sleet.
"I'm at a dump station and it stinks" :Yes Ethan, as amazing, and wonderful spectacular person you are even your crap stinks too.😂😂😂❤❤❤
You are wild and calm all at the same time. I love it. So.... I subscribed today!
It is usually better to slowly come at an angle when traversing a rut or a curb so that only one tire at a time crosses the rut or curb so that way the other three tires are on firm ground. Just remember to take it slow and you still might need to press a bit down on the accelerator when doing this. Also I think WM sells some antifreeze for camper tanks. Stay warm and don't be afraid to build a winter time camp fire if you come across some wood.
I'm now 69 years old
, wish I had your positive thoughts, attitude when I was your age!!. Be safe, stay positive 😊. Enjoy your videos.... a fan from Connecticut . Maybe respond 😊 sometime
... have a wonderful life and keep up on being Yourself! .
I admire your energy and adventurous spirit! I hope it's a fun day wherever you are today!
It good see you traveling with friend. It makes the experiences more enjoyable sharing them with someone.
Those "poles sticking up " are not intended to act as a guardrail of any sort; they are intended to tell the road snowplow crews where the edge of the road surface is *and* how deep the snow is, (on the roadway). 😮😮
I am so happy to see you have a friend with you! I have been worried about you being out in remote places by yourself. Take care and stay warm!
One more idea is get a wibasko bunk heater installed in your camper I uses a small amount of diesel from your tank to keep your whole living area warm and pulls very little power. Thanks for your videos. Best wishes.
Thanks for letting us know of your problems with the freezing toilet and tanks I would have never thought of that. Good to know! Diesel is a little different then gas. Glow plugs help them start. Good luck stay warm!!
I'm so relieved you're traveling now with a companion and a backup vehicle. Silly we haven't met but still i worry for you like a mother. 🥰
So glad to see you back in the good ol USA ... this country is glorious and you are showing it off wonderfully
Perhaps you should invest in a diesel heater for your camper
This is why people go RVing in the summer or in the south. Sorry to hear about all your troubles. Please move south. Florida is great this time of year. Good luck Ethan!
While Prescott is in AZ's mountains...it is, still... in the South(west)....perhaps...South TXass or Florida would be warmer in January?...Oh...and Ethan...the noise you heard(06:15) should be of no concern! It's only when you might venture to the Snowflake area and go chasin' after what seems like a distant "forest fire"...should you begin to worry! At least you weren't "beamed up" like Travis Walton(fully clothed)...only to be "dropped off"(naked) a few days later...several miles away...out in the "sticks"...and then experience(reportedly) recalling(snippets of) a very strange "alienapping"?....(movie: Fire...in the sky)
@@mmurphy2317 I watched that movie and I'm not sure it passes the truth test. The "alien spaceship" was filthy. You would think someone so advanced would keep their ship spotless.
@@Daniel-xd1ig Dan'l....given the presumed technical advances a type 2 or 3 civilization might possess...and given reports that entire flocks of sheep and cows and horses have been "beamed up" and expiremented on and the likelihood that humans are viewed by them as just a slightly more advanced mammal....dirt prolly disappears with a mere thought ...aboard such a craft...just sayin'
Your optimism and “can-do” attitude are inspiring! Every week I wonder what crazy shit happens to you and look forward to the fun of watching you figure it out 😂
Last winter 🥶 I went camping to Pigeon Forge in my new Airstream during the polar vortex. Water lines, holding tanks, and water heater all froze solid. Looking back, now I wish I had your good humor to deal with it all with little stress like you 😇
dude, you have WAAAAY more guts than anyone I know!! Impressive how you stick to something and just go with it! I'm pretty sure I'd have said "the HELL with this" a long damn time ago!
Should I ever decide to live in a van during winter, all I need to do beforehand is study the comment sections of your videos, particularly this one here. There's just so much valuable advice people are sharing!! Even I can't help but feel grateful although the advice is meant for you. 😊
Hi Ethan, hey, in California, we have something for driving in snow and ice called "Snow Chains" and even with 4x4, they keep you from getting stuck! Next trip to Walmart, buy a small shovel and a set of tire/snow chains. On those back forest roads, they may be plowed, but you can still get stuck. So glad your friend is traveling with you. Don't want you getting somewhere without cell service and getting stuck again. Hello to Peaches from Cody, my JRT who is 4 yrs old.
Hey Ethan, you are so adventurous, I really enjoy your videos!!! The snow is very beautiful even though it's very cold. Be sure to take care of yourself & Peaches & try to stay warm!!! 👍👍🙂
Those “little tiny poles” you refer to @11:55 are guides for the snow plows so they don’t drive over the cliff when the road is covered with snow.
In extremely cold weather you can put a small propane flame under the oil pan to heat up the oil. Makes starting easier. Also helps sometimes to cycle the glow plugs on and off a few times. If you’ve never changed them? Pick up a new set for peace of mind. It’s also handy to keep a portable jump starter on hand in cold weather.
Ethan, you need to connect a charge line from your truck to the batteries in your RV. Be sure to select a non-critical fuse, and a circuit that TURNS OFF/DISCONNECTS when your engine/alternator is off. I’d suggest letting a mechanic do it. By circuit that turns off, cigarette lighter circuits usually don’t function when the engine is off, but done light circuits always work. You only want to charge your camper battery when the engine is on, you do not want the camper battery to drain your trucks engine battery. I’m so sorry if I’ve over-explained this, no offense intended. Best of luck! 🥰
Or have someone install an ACR (automatic charge relay). Don't have to think about it then.
@@newjerseybill3521 - Cool! I was thinking also about a 7 pin trailer connection, that would simplify things too. I am not a mechanic or electrician. 👍🏼😎
I was shivering watching this. I live in FL now for 3 years and was in CT all my life prior. Don’t miss the snow, ice and cold at all! Good luck on your travels. Stay safe. Big hug and treat for Peaches! 👍❤️❤️👍
my father was from Mass & mom from CT. THey moved to South FL to escape the cold. I was born in South FL & havent left.
Since most of your items seem to want to find their own way to the floor as you drive, have you ever thought about just putting it all in the floor before you hit the road? (just kidding) 😁
It was an amazing view along your drive, and your experiences are amazing as well. Your videos are great tutorials in what to do and not do, and some of the things anybody could encounter, and how they could prepare for a similar adventure. Safe journeys, Ethan. 🤗
I'm utterly envious of you & Peachs RV'ing in a winter wonderland!!🤤
You could really use a portable winch that mounts into a trailer hitch receiver. I've seen them mounted on the front of trucks too. That way you could pull yourself out of problems from the front or back. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!
Thanks for sharing another episode of your traveling adventure. It’s beautiful countryside for sure.
Hey Ethan. Hope your warm!❤❤❤ Hope you have something good to smoke. Pebbles is so cute. So are you! 🎉🎉🎉 Glad you have a friend to help you. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊
Ethan is super cute!❤❤❤👍👻🎉🎈💝😍😍😍🖖✋🐥
Sexy sweet Ethan!!!
Really enjoy the videos, and am mesmerized by the idea of living/traveling in a truck camper. Keep the adventures coming.
Ethan,
In winter do not let your gas tank get too low. A gas line freeze would not be good, nor running out of fuel. You might pick up a couple extra bottles of heat.Just wanting you to be safe out there.
Glad to see you are not travelling alone in the snow. As it says in the book of Ecclesiastes: 4:9 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. 10 For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.
When I was driving in snow, ice, and off-road, I got a 4WD (Subruau xt6). All four wheels would continuously operate. There was a button to lock the four axles into two. This would reduce spillage even more. Just suggesting for the next time you are buying for off-road adventures.
I had a good laugh for a second, when there wasn't a waffle in there . . .
The poles on the side of the road are to help you during a snow storm (blizzard) to show you where the road is, so you don't drive off the side... In Iowa, they put show "fences" where the snow may build up mounds.
Try camping at Zion National park or the Arches.
Once you get that four wheel drive fixed that truck will be a beast in the snow and off roading👍🏻. Another great video Ethan, keep up the great work ❤
I’m just glad to see you’re not completely by yourself on this journey for obvious reasons.
You need to be careful and more prepared for winter camping.
Your copilot is so dog-gone cute! I admire your problem-solving skills, and your courage. Happy trails, and thanks for sharing!
Love watching your trials and tribulations of van life...also love that snow ❤.
Those sounds when its cold are normal for a diesel. You'll likely find your truck will start easier in the cold if you wait for the glow plug light to go out before starting. Your 4 wheel drive doesn't seem to be working either. I noticed that in another video. Your truck looks to have manual locking hubs on the front are they in the 'lock' position? You should have been able to drive out of that ditch no problem.
Your videos inspire me to get out and go camping!
It seems like just the blink of an eye ago I was 20. Now I’m almost 60. I love my life and my family. But if I had it to so all over again, I’d live my life a little closer to the kind of adventures you are having. I wish you all the best, and I’m cheering you on. Live your life YOUR own way. Never forget that you’re an amazing person.
Like everyone else said the glow plugs, I’d also cycle the key and let the glow plugs run 2 to 3 times when cold. No matter what though the trucks going to sound rough once it starts until it warms up, all diesel trucks in cold temps are like that.
That’s a lot of snow ! Stay warm , be safe out their . Thanks Ethan
6:40 Grieg's "Morning" in the background is hilarious.
Add some fuel additive for the cold to prevent fuel from gelling.
You need to get a heated oil dip stick. It will help you start your truck.
Also, check to see if you have enough anti freezer in your radiator.
You're so lucky to have a good friend with you Ethan! How much fun that must be as well as helpful.
A great video Ethan! On any diesel rig turn the key on so all the dash warning lights are on...don't try to start until the glow plug light goes off...usually 30-40ish seconds as that is what helps things warm up to fire off initially on start up.
I love your content a bunch 🙂
Have you looked into a Diesel Heater ? Not as efficient as propane but very small and blows a LOT of heat, can draw it's fuel from your main truck tank and set to never use all your fuel. All very easy to do. (12VDC and regular Diesel). I love my heater. (28' Class A for 3 years). Other thoughts - Gloves - double check how you start your truck - . Keep up the great work bud.
Welcome to Northern Arizona Ethan of course you came at a time we had 2 storms which dumped rain in Phoenix and snow in the high country. Live in Phoenix and l leave the snow in the mountains. Happy to paid a visit to us. Big hugs.
Thanks for your videos. I am seeing some beautiful country that I have never seen before.
when you said ist the end of video i didnt even think its the end of it.. it went super fast by.. love them!
Ford diesel time to replace your glow plugs you will save on fuel and the warn up should be fit 4 wheel drive is a must in snow I am guessing no front Drive Shatf 😉
Great travels. Thanks for taking us along Ethan.
Ethan, you also need to be adding Hot Shot diesel additive for winter use. It keeps the fuel from gelling and generally lubricates things.
@ethantravels there is antifreeze that you pour into your tanks and toilets. we do that in our caravan. a must when it's freezing. just like in the car with the coolant. recommends using these agents in your tanks and toilets. the frost can do serious damage otherwise. good luck.
❤ I like, when people get together in travel, much more than when people travel by themselves.
graupel -also called soft hail, hominy snow, or snow pellets,[1] is precipitation that forms when supercooled water droplets in air are collected and freeze on falling snowflakes❄❄❄
Stay warm and safe. Keep enjoying! - Lots of good advice here. Some say it a bit harshly but it is good advice. The skinny poles on the edge of the mountain highway help the snowplow drivers to know where the edge of the road is when they are plowing. 😳 11:57
You should get your 4x4 working or invest in a good set of tire chains for back two tires. I'm thinking around $200.00 a set, Tractor Supply usually have them. They are sized to your tire size. PS. Don't go up into Canada during winter roads up there are all ice. Love you, be careful baby.
I've the same truck. 2000 F250 SD 4x4 7.3 diesel
Hi Ethan I just had a few suggestions for you. I am sure you are doing these already.
1) Add a diesel anti jell fluid to your fuel when it is going to go below about 20f.
2) Check your water fuel separator filter and if it is showing full get the filter changed.
I hope this gives you more reliable engine performance in cold weather. Take Care.
Prescott is so beautiful!
Just subscribed a few days ago. You popped up on my home page for some ungodly reason. I love your whole gig, dude. It is interesting, amusing, educational, and mysterious. You seem like a really fun, great guy!
From my experience as an X cross-country truck driver, in weather like that when the truck isn't running start putting a gallon of unleaded in your tanks it keeps the fuel from gelling cause diesel turn to gelatin at cold temps.
I'm glad you're not all alone. Yet the RV looks so cozy and seems so adventurous. RV is for recreational vehicle, I didn't know that, I googled it. I don't have a car or a driver's license, hence my lack of knowledge