Don't do a rubber roof. Do one of the new spray on roofs or armor shield where they come to you and roll one on. Lifetime warranty an no rubber to tear and no sealing maintainance needed.
@@bryanblack7828 one is flexarmor, thats the spray on. the roll on where they come to you is RV ARMOR. both lifetime warranty and cheaper than paying a dealer to put a rubber style roof on.
I'd keep that as stock as possible for the interior (maybe upgrade fixtures, cushions if needed ) , if you need a larger tv use a short throw projector rather than an actual 60 inch TV. And of course get the thing weighed.
@@RedRider1600 I think it started with needing an RV while Miranda was being repaired after the accident. Just like he got Vanna White when he couldn’t get a part for same. Now with Freda he’s finding he has more versatility and probably Freda plus Tater Tot is a more manageable towing situation. And Tara really seems to warm up and come out of her shell in Freda. I’d be surprised if he goes back to Miranda. (I sure got lucky when he decided Vanna White was too small-she’s perfect for me.)
@@Wanderersea Viewers didn't know who Miranda was either...and that was a fictional name. Jax actually stands for something. Its up to new viewers to go back and watch the old videos now, isn't it?
Congratulations Eric! I think this is such a better sized RV for one person and two kitties. Can’t wait to watch the changes. What a HUGE difference those lights made! I like the name Freedom. Not crazy about Freeda.
Wow Eric...it is in perfect shape! I love it!!! I love all the blue on it and in it. I've been watching you for years and I am so happy for you! Congratulations Eric!👍😁
Nice and such low mileage! Tara will have a smaller dash for lounging but I think both kitties will love it. The bumper is an easy fix, they probably took too sharp a turn and crunched their tow vehicle. Nice buy Eric!
Wow! Great find Eric! Looking forward to seeing your “upgrades” to suit “you”. Glad to see you happy,Eric. Going smaller, less electrical issues with no slide outs etc....plus maybe cheaper on gas.?
You look so happy. Sorry Tara had an attitude when you came back, but kitties really like having THEIR STAFF on site full time. Can’t wait to see your updates/repairs and then getting back on the road. Safe travels
Congrats Eric! Now to figure out a way to use under your bed for storage for food and off season bedding and or clothes!!! Love the new RV, she is a beauty!!!
Eric, we personally like the name freedom because it goes with how you are feeling now and what you want your adventures to feel like. You have had such a rough time of it and so much pain and heartache in your life recently you deserve some happiness and relaxation and yes freedom in your life from pain, heartache and frustration. We love watching your videos and keep them coming, hope this year gets better for you and those precious little kitties.😀
I like Freeda. It fits her. Look forward to seeing what you do with her. Ouch! As soon as you reached for that bulb I was thinking "how long has that light been on"😳. The kitties will like hiding up in the over cab area! It's the favorite napping spot for our two boys. We went from a Class A to a Class C many years ago and have never regretted it.
Nice RV I like the no frills , less to go wrong! That tv mount....if you can find a board that will tie into the upper cabinet that would solve the wobble! Mine has the soft ceiling cuts down on noise and helps insulation . Good find! Actually the roof don't look to bad given the age! But yes the caulk is bad! I coated mine with Henry's tropicool. No leaks before or after..you know them bulbs are hot!!!first thing I did was to change the bulbs to LED! On my Lexi,
The best thing about the RV is that it makes you smile and that is what the journey is all about :) I for one, love the name Freedom, that’s my vote :)
I love to see the progression. Van to class c to class A with all of the bells and whistles and right back to class c with less problems. These RV’s aren’t made for full timers lol.
Did I miss something? Did you say why you downsized, or was getting back to your earlier days the explanation? Anyway, nice rig. Your mods are always interesting to see.
Great news! 😀 Great purchase! 👍🏻 Back to NO SLIDES! Great! I hate slides! Manual everything. YAY! SO glad you got another Tioga as it feels like coming home for you. I checked RUclips and at least according to the video dates, it has been three years for you in the class A. I can still remember you sitting in one of your earlier Tiogas talking about why you travel with a cat (Jax) and he was crawling all over you as you gave him affection while talking. One thing, I DO THINK the front passenger seat and mounting hardware needs to come out so the fancy automatic cat litter box has a place to go. Anywhere else and it is in the way. I hope you can keep the blue chair as it will be so much more comfortable than the dinette. Wonder if one side of that dinette will get converted to a sofa like you had with one earlier Tioga? I guess we will find out. I still remember Jax jumping over the back of the couch. I also remember the last great compilation Tioga goodbye video (great editing and song used) of you and Jax in your matching Santa beards and hat with Jax looking back at you and you laughing. Good times! THAT IS MY ALL TIME FAVORITE VIDEO OF YOURS! Sadly, the present kitties will miss that big, huge dashboard in that class A, but they will adapt to the new rig and find new places to sit with time. Great purchase and I love that it fits inside the garage. Hope you never give up that garage. It is perfect for you and you have friends living there. This was to long, but I am soooo happy for you. It was meant to be. Great name: “Freeda”. ❤️ Love it. Anyway, enjoy Freeda and go re-explore quirky America once again! Safe travels and joy to all three of you! 😻😻😎Yay!
Hi Eric! I'm guessing you have the same kind of aluminum roof that I have on my '88 Tioga. The aluminum got pitted over time. I suggest that you clean that rubber roof real good and then get a gallon of white FlexSeal and apply a couple of thin coats. I did my roof 3 years ago and still have no problems or concerns. I promise you'll love the results and save a lot of bucks.
Yup I think this model RV fits you the best. The kitties will love the bed with all the windows. Maybe you can rig up something like a shelf so they can get some Sun.
Wow all in all that Tioga is in excellent shape. Your joy is palpable. So glad to see you in something that you are so familiar with I must say it felt like home just watching you show it. I'm sure the kitties will enjoy and adjust easily. Definitely looking forward to your future episodes making this Tioga just the way you want. Congratulations on your new adventures with freedom.
I like your choice of a modest sized RV! Here in Canada, I don't know why, but it used to be that tent trailers and single axel trailers were good enough sized units for even 5 member families! Nowadays they're hauling half their houses along these days and taking up so much space at campsites where two normal sized RVs would fit! Kudos to you for your choice and glad to see you so happy again!
I've been watching for a long time, & I was never that happy with Miranda. Too big, but I know why, we all know why. This is back to basics, where you should be. So happy for you. 👍😁
I'm so glad that it's you looking at all that work than me. I have my van build almost done and it has taken me about 3 years to get it done. I don't want to ever have to do another build.
Looks pristine and all original, I wouldn't change anything from the classic look. Maybe should've gotten a fixer upper instead if you wanted to change it to look like a bachelor pad.🤷 It would be a shame to ruin the original look that made it through the decades so well.
Once you've fixed it up, you need to go out to that RV junk yard in Washington, and of course that camping spot on the river. So what are you going to do with the class A.
Can tell you are so tickled!!! Great to see you so happy! ❤️ Rig is in Great shape! Love to learn from your projects, can hardly wait to see what you do. I think you made a wise decision in getting it. Love and prayers, hugs to the kitties ❤️
Looking like this new chapter is going to be epic.🥰 Congrats Eric! What a great opportunity to provide some how-to videos. This would be a great time to roll out a new NF merch line of "Don't do what I do... blah blah blah" tshirts mugs hats LOL. Maybe just me but I'd buy em 😛
Looks great! You said it has a 6.8 V10 in it. Your gonna wanna watch your spark plugs with those triton engines they are notorious for ejecting the spark plugs. If I were you I'd get all the plugs wires and coils replaced AND MAKE SURE THE PLUGS ARE GAPPED CORRECTLY to ensure you don't have that issue. Otherwise it's a great engine with LOTS of power altho I personally prefer the 488 (8.0) Magnum V10 from Dodge.
Unfortunately they are notorious gas guzzlers that get about 8 mpg which today with gas being around $4 a gallon is going to be very hard on gas costs! My 70 passenger 1976 school bus got about 12 mpg with a Ford 331 engine, but it's empty weight was some 22,000 pounds, and it had a manual transmission
@@HobbyOrganist Wow that's really impressive man it seems like we've taken a step back these days if anything. I guess Scotty Kilmer wasn't kidding when he said in his video these new cars are trash lol
May you have many miles with many smiles in your new ride.
I'm confused why an accident lead to.. this.
Happy for you Eric! Motor home is a beauty. Keeping it simple is sometimes the way to go. Looking forward to your conversions.
Jax the wonder RV
Would really like to see all of the mods/projects with the new RV.
Don't do a rubber roof. Do one of the new spray on roofs or armor shield where they come to you and roll one on. Lifetime warranty an no rubber to tear and no sealing maintainance needed.
Can you give us some info on that kind of roof...have heard of some people using flex seal..that's about it..
@@bryanblack7828 one is flexarmor, thats the spray on. the roll on where they come to you is RV ARMOR. both lifetime warranty and cheaper than paying a dealer to put a rubber style roof on.
It's so awesome to see you so happy take care Eric the kitties looked right at home already
I'd keep that as stock as possible for the interior (maybe upgrade fixtures, cushions if needed ) , if you need a larger tv use a short throw projector rather than an actual 60 inch TV. And of course get the thing weighed.
Nothing like a classic, simple, functional Class C! Good find.
This was an EXCELLENT find. Congratulations. It looks perfect for your needs-not too small, not to large…just right. Congratulations.
Congrats Eric! Cant wait to follow you on RUclips in your new RV.
It really was! The mileage along with it’s condition is unbeatable!
Did Eric ever explain why he's going back to a class C?
He kept saying how great a class A was.
@@RedRider1600 I think it started with needing an RV while Miranda was being repaired after the accident. Just like he got Vanna White when he couldn’t get a part for same. Now with Freda he’s finding he has more versatility and probably Freda plus Tater Tot is a more manageable towing situation. And Tara really seems to warm up and come out of her shell in Freda. I’d be surprised if he goes back to Miranda. (I sure got lucky when he decided Vanna White was too small-she’s perfect for me.)
If you’re going back to your roots…it has to be “Jax”. ❤️
Congratulations on the new RV! Happy travels!
I vote for Jax too
Came in here to suggest 'Jax' as well.
@@Wanderersea Viewers didn't know who Miranda was either...and that was a fictional name. Jax actually stands for something. Its up to new viewers to go back and watch the old videos now, isn't it?
I agree. Jax would be perfect.
Jaxer
Sooo happy to see a "C" again! No electric extras to go wrong. CONGRATULATIONS! Safe travels! 🌻
Freedia or Freida. Freedom is to political in this crazy times.
That is awesome, Eric!
Congratulations and may you be blessed with many more miles of safe travels🙏
Looking forward to watching you personalize her👍🏼😊
Nice Rig .... Now don't mess this one up !!! Leave it alone ( stock )
Congratulations Eric! I think this is such a better sized RV for one person and two kitties. Can’t wait to watch the changes. What a HUGE difference those lights made! I like the name Freedom. Not crazy about Freeda.
Aw I love the name!
Awesome find!
Wow Eric...it is in perfect shape! I love it!!! I love all the blue on it and in it. I've been watching you for years and I am so happy for you! Congratulations Eric!👍😁
Nice and such low mileage! Tara will have a smaller dash for lounging but I think both kitties will love it. The bumper is an easy fix, they probably took too sharp a turn and crunched their tow vehicle. Nice buy Eric!
Wow! Great find Eric! Looking forward to seeing your “upgrades” to suit “you”. Glad to see you happy,Eric. Going smaller, less electrical issues with no slide outs etc....plus maybe cheaper on gas.?
It's a V10
Congratulations Eric , great to see you happy again , looking forward to watching you starting the upgrades on the new rig
I am so tickled it fit in the shop!! Hey you can “febreeze” the ceiling! How cool is that! Gas mileage has to be better! 😎
You look so happy. Sorry Tara had an attitude when you came back, but kitties really like having THEIR STAFF on site full time. Can’t wait to see your updates/repairs and then getting back on the road. Safe travels
"Their staff"!!! LOL Love it!
Congrats Eric, looks like a great find!! Looking forward to watching all the changes & upgrades🤗
Bunk over the cab is kitty heaven with the windows!
Thank you Eric.
Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Congrats Eric! Now to figure out a way to use under your bed for storage for food and off season bedding and or clothes!!! Love the new RV, she is a beauty!!!
Great idea! Leave at least some of the over cab for the kitty's lookout area, cubby 👀😻
Congratulations! I had a feeling you were getting a new RV!
I guess you can say you are going "Back to the Future". With this new/used RV. Looks nice.
"Freeda" is perfect!!! Can't wait for the new adventure!!!!!
Yahooooo let’s hear it for the name FreeDa. I like it! And to think he is naming after me!
Eric, we personally like the name freedom because it goes with how you are feeling now and what you want your adventures to feel like. You have had such a rough time of it and so much pain and heartache in your life recently you deserve some happiness and relaxation and yes freedom in your life from pain, heartache and frustration. We love watching your videos and keep them coming, hope this year gets better for you and those precious little kitties.😀
My sentiments exactly.
Love that word FREE
🙏🇺🇸🕊️ "FREEDOM" 👍👍
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Congratulations. While you are acclimating the cats to their new digs, make sure you check every nook and cranny for baits and pesticides.
I like Freeda. It fits her. Look forward to seeing what you do with her. Ouch! As soon as you reached for that bulb I was thinking "how long has that light been on"😳. The kitties will like hiding up in the over cab area! It's the favorite napping spot for our two boys. We went from a Class A to a Class C many years ago and have never regretted it.
Me too!
Another You Tuber’s rig is Freeda. Can’t remember which one. How about Atlas?
😺 Over cab area is a purrfect kitty cubby with all around surveillance windows! 👀 Place cat tree/tower nearby, for easier access! 😻
Nice RV I like the no frills , less to go wrong! That tv mount....if you can find a board that will tie into the upper cabinet that would solve the wobble! Mine has the soft ceiling cuts down on noise and helps insulation . Good find! Actually the roof don't look to bad given the age! But yes the caulk is bad! I coated mine with Henry's tropicool. No leaks before or after..you know them bulbs are hot!!!first thing I did was to change the bulbs to LED! On my Lexi,
Yes! Ive heard tropicool is the best for roofs. Lasts long time too
Looks great! Can't wait to watch you make it your own again!
Looks great! So very happy for you and the kitties ❤️❤️
The best thing about the RV is that it makes you smile and that is what the journey is all about :)
I for one, love the name Freedom, that’s my vote :)
I love to see the progression. Van to class c to class A with all of the bells and whistles and right back to class c with less problems. These RV’s aren’t made for full timers lol.
Your new rig looks very well taken care of. Congratulations on a great find Eric!
Congratulations!! Yes, so much less to worry about. Looks great! Can't wait for your mods. 🎉🎉🎉
Eric I am so excited for you and the kitties...this is awesome... What a great find.. Love Freedom.. Or Journey as a name....
Ohhhh, I like Journey. That is an awesome name!!
❤️ Journey
Congratulations on Freeda! 😃✌💛
Congratulations. I must say I'm jealous - I would love having one of those RV's - just enough size for one person.
Name your rig Brandon.
That way when it's time to leave for another destination you can just say out loud, "Let's Go Brandon!"
That’s hilarious! But , so true !
Congratulations 👏👏 love it see yah Eric and Tara an Opie hugs always I say freedom
Nice rig. Manual is the way to go. Thanks Don
I remember you Tioga days!! Great shape xoxo Tara & Opie enjoy your new RV!!
Did I miss something? Did you say why you downsized, or was getting back to your earlier days the explanation? Anyway, nice rig. Your mods are always interesting to see.
Wise decision Eric! Freeda is an excellent name!
FreeDa is an excellent name! Glad he is naming after me! Sweet!
As in FREEDA go here, there, everywhere! 😎
TIGGER, TOYGA or just TATER (don't be a hater) would be fun, too!
@@What.The.Fluff. yea so cool! Fantastic name! And he is so nice to think of me a long time follower!
Freeda for sure!!! Man you're smile!!!! You look sooooo happy 😁😁😁😁
Love that name! So sweet to be named after! Gotta love Eric!
Great news! 😀 Great purchase! 👍🏻 Back to NO SLIDES! Great! I hate slides! Manual everything. YAY! SO glad you got another Tioga as it feels like coming home for you. I checked RUclips and at least according to the video dates, it has been three years for you in the class A. I can still remember you sitting in one of your earlier Tiogas talking about why you travel with a cat (Jax) and he was crawling all over you as you gave him affection while talking. One thing, I DO THINK the front passenger seat and mounting hardware needs to come out so the fancy automatic cat litter box has a place to go. Anywhere else and it is in the way. I hope you can keep the blue chair as it will be so much more comfortable than the dinette. Wonder if one side of that dinette will get converted to a sofa like you had with one earlier Tioga? I guess we will find out. I still remember Jax jumping over the back of the couch. I also remember the last great compilation Tioga goodbye video (great editing and song used) of you and Jax in your matching Santa beards and hat with Jax looking back at you and you laughing. Good times! THAT IS MY ALL TIME FAVORITE VIDEO OF YOURS! Sadly, the present kitties will miss that big, huge dashboard in that class A, but they will adapt to the new rig and find new places to sit with time. Great purchase and I love that it fits inside the garage. Hope you never give up that garage. It is perfect for you and you have friends living there. This was to long, but I am soooo happy for you. It was meant to be. Great name: “Freeda”. ❤️ Love it. Anyway, enjoy Freeda and go re-explore quirky America once again! Safe travels and joy to all three of you! 😻😻😎Yay!
Eric,
I also like the name “Jax” for the new ride
I’m excited for you and your next adventure. May God Bless you and watch over you and guide your every steps
Amen to that.
Hi Eric! I'm guessing you have the same kind of aluminum roof that I have on my '88 Tioga. The aluminum got pitted over time. I suggest that you clean that rubber roof real good and then get a gallon of white FlexSeal and apply a couple of thin coats. I did my roof 3 years ago and still have no problems or concerns. I promise you'll love the results and save a lot of bucks.
Agree!!
So happy for you!!! Love your excitement!!!!!
for the traveling you do and city driving, the smaller RV will probably work great for you. what are you planning on doing with the class A RV?
Kind of sucks the timing of the a-hole cutting him off and causing the accident. But yeah, wondering what he's going to do with it.
You sure are full of surprises. Congratulations on your new find. You are looking right at home there. May it bring you tons of joy.
I am really confused. Why did he buy a new RV? I thought he was just going to repair the damage to old one? Or is he keeping both? lol
Yup I think this model RV fits you the best. The kitties will love the bed with all the windows. Maybe you can rig up something like a shelf so they can get some Sun.
Cat tree/tower next to it, maybe a catwalk around the interior of rest of RV, so they have their own space off the floor 😻
Congrats Eric! Safe journey's are ahead!!
Congratulations on your new to you Togatot 🤗
Congrats on your new rig, Eric!!
Wow all in all that Tioga is in excellent shape. Your joy is palpable. So glad to see you in something that you are so familiar with I must say it felt like home just watching you show it. I'm sure the kitties will enjoy and adjust easily. Definitely looking forward to your future episodes making this Tioga just the way you want. Congratulations on your new adventures with freedom.
I like your choice of a modest sized RV! Here in Canada, I don't know why, but it used to be that tent trailers and single axel trailers were good enough sized units for even 5 member families! Nowadays they're hauling half their houses along these days and taking up so much space at campsites where two normal sized RVs would fit! Kudos to you for your choice and glad to see you so happy again!
Don't change things. It is great as it is. But yes....do the roof work.
"Ericka" would be cute but I agree, "Freida" sounds much better!!! Congrats & Have Fun!!
Eric I love ur new home, looking forward to all the new upgrades.
RV can be Johnny B. Good....go Johnny go go go
Congrats!!!! Looking forward to seeing your projects.
Freedom sounds great !
Congratulations! 🎊 👏 💐 🎈 🥳 🎊
So happy, can't wait for up coming shows. Freda is super
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I'm so glad that it's you looking at all that work than me. I have my van build almost done and it has taken me about 3 years to get it done. I don't want to ever have to do another build.
Awesome ride!!!! What about Liberty for the name?
That is glorious! I can't wait to see you customize it.
Heck yeah man!! Name her liberty!! Congratulations!!
Congratulations, you and the kitties have new great and wonderful new memories, be safe have fun. 🥰❤️🇨🇦👍🏼🚌
Looks pristine and all original, I wouldn't change anything from the classic look. Maybe should've gotten a fixer upper instead if you wanted to change it to look like a bachelor pad.🤷
It would be a shame to ruin the original look that made it through the decades so well.
Now, think really hard before you start tearing it all up!
Congratulations, lots of little things to do. Now have fun!
Love the new RV Eric!! Freedom would be a cool name!!
I like Frieda. I'm so excited for you! The daylight LEDs are my favorite too.
Freida is an awesome name. I love it for sure. That’s my name and it does my heart good to have him think of me that way!
Once you've fixed it up, you need to go out to that RV junk yard in Washington, and of course that camping spot on the river. So what are you going to do with the class A.
The clase is going to be stored until it can be repaired
congrats looking forward to seeing your modifications, the LEDb lights made a huge difference
Looks good. I personally prefer the Chevy chassis over Ford. Glad you found what you like.
Wow! That RV is awesome condition. Lucky find.
Eric your quite mad….Lol. Sweet new RV. BUT I can’t see you without a massive TV.
Congratulations, Dude !! Looks Good
OMG WE BOTH KNEW THIS WAS COMING!!! So excited for you, Eric!! Congrats!!! 🎉🥳🎊
Congratulations! I wish you lots of fun with your new home.
Looks great!😁
Glad that you were able to get a really low mileage unit. Your projects are always interesting.
Best wishes.😁
She looks great and Freeda is a good name!
The best name ever! I’m honored!
Wow-those LED bulbs definitely brightened things up. Super excited for the new chapters to come. Hoping you do step by step upgrades as you go. 🤗
Nice looking rig. Freeda's a great name for her, she will do you well.
Yea I agree! Best name and thanks to him for honoring me!
Can tell you are so tickled!!! Great to see you so happy! ❤️ Rig is in Great shape! Love to learn from your projects, can hardly wait to see what you do. I think you made a wise decision in getting it. Love and prayers, hugs to the kitties ❤️
Nice RV Eric. Happy for you. Freeda sounds like a good name for her.
Wow what a fantastic name! Sweet he thought of me! Been a long time follower since he was a pup!
Please be careful Eric out there on the road and where u stay what is happening these days is blowing my mind
What do you mean, like what happening?
@@ryankelly7273 Someones been watching too much tv. Stay at home where it is safe.
Love the name Freedom and Freddia. What ever you and the kitties pick will be great. Stay safe. We love you too.
Good choices!
Looking like this new chapter is going to be epic.🥰 Congrats Eric! What a great opportunity to provide some how-to videos. This would be a great time to roll out a new NF merch line of "Don't do what I do... blah blah blah" tshirts mugs hats LOL. Maybe just me but I'd buy em 😛
Hell yeah I'd buy that, that's awesome!!
I'd buy one of those T-shirts...
happy for u Eric! i love your smile i glad your happyinjoy your life as much as much as u can can hugs the kittys
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Looks great! You said it has a 6.8 V10 in it. Your gonna wanna watch your spark plugs with those triton engines they are notorious for ejecting the spark plugs. If I were you I'd get all the plugs wires and coils replaced AND MAKE SURE THE PLUGS ARE GAPPED CORRECTLY to ensure you don't have that issue. Otherwise it's a great engine with LOTS of power altho I personally prefer the 488 (8.0) Magnum V10 from Dodge.
Unfortunately they are notorious gas guzzlers that get about 8 mpg which today with gas being around $4 a gallon is going to be very hard on gas costs!
My 70 passenger 1976 school bus got about 12 mpg with a Ford 331 engine, but it's empty weight was some 22,000 pounds, and it had a
manual transmission
@@HobbyOrganist Wow that's really impressive man it seems like we've taken a step back these days if anything. I guess Scotty Kilmer wasn't kidding when he said in his video these new cars are trash lol
@@HobbyOrganist * newer