Travel Trailer Mods for Full Time RV Life

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  • Опубликовано: 5 июл 2016
  • Modifications to our travel trailer preparing for full time life on the road
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  • @LynRuiz
    @LynRuiz 5 лет назад +3

    Just 1:45 seconds in, finally I’ve found an RV video with a large Travel trailer rather than a 5th wheel. It’s great to get an actual idea with space,storage, and features to match with.

  • @pentonhusqvarna
    @pentonhusqvarna 4 года назад

    Your closet shelving idea is a really creative solution if you don't want to penetrate trailer walls. I love that!

  • @mikebrazeal9421
    @mikebrazeal9421 8 лет назад +12

    The closet shelves is the best solution I have seen so far. Really well done!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад +2

      Thanks so much for the feedback Mike! They are holding up really well and we are very glad we added them.

  • @billchestnut6519
    @billchestnut6519 4 года назад +1

    The wife and i are VERY close to deciding to do just this. Great tips..thank you for the education..keep them coming!

  • @imperfectadventure6253
    @imperfectadventure6253 6 лет назад +1

    Omg! I have been searching all over for a shelving fix, your idea is perfect! Thank you!👍🏼🙌🏽😀

  • @billmalec
    @billmalec 7 лет назад +15

    Finally. someone doing real fixes!

  • @echoesofthedead
    @echoesofthedead 5 лет назад +1

    common sense, and well done. great video. it gives me food for thought about what i'd like to do to our rv when the time comes. good luck to you and yours wherever you go.
    carry on!!

  • @mikz86ta1
    @mikz86ta1 3 года назад

    The shelf mod idea is my best take away from this. Gonna steal that one. Lol. Imagine how high the shelves are in our 5th wheel and it's just a tall...not very deep...wasted space. Already added some metal folding shelves, but this gives me a good idea for a better upgrade. Thx

  • @danc.2167
    @danc.2167 7 лет назад

    Great ideas, will do them on our TT.
    Keep posting more videos, really enjoy watching them.

  • @Madelena714
    @Madelena714 7 лет назад +6

    Thanks for sharing your tips. I love what you've done here. Will subscribe and watch the series. Thanks!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +1

      Thank you for subscribing and for the comment!

  • @claudiaholmes9086
    @claudiaholmes9086 7 лет назад +5

    Wow. So much good stuff and WHO would think about any of it (until in a remote location where nothing could be done at that time)! And what a beautiful travel trailer! I didn't realise they could be so gorgeous and roomy!
    Gives me more options for what am looking for, thank you for your video. Now if you'll please excuse me, I'm off to watch some more that you've posted! 👍 ☕ 👌

  • @g.s.salmon5913
    @g.s.salmon5913 7 лет назад

    good stuff. been a full-timer in a 1990 5th wheel for 2 years in northern Az. not in a park. in the forest on a ranch. so many things I learned due to necessity.

  • @likeamike
    @likeamike 8 лет назад +1

    cool channel guys, looking forward to seeing some new adventures from you guys, glad we found your channel. .. hopefully some more great tips is what we are looking forward to... liking this channel so far!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Hi Joe, thanks so much for the feedback, we are glad you found our channel too! We will be sharing some more tips and "what we've learned so far" videos too..so stay tuned!

  • @lpiclothing
    @lpiclothing 8 лет назад

    Looks great ... good ideas on the upgrades. Doing my AC tape today (thanks for the pointer) and ordering the air vents today as well. Safe travels!!!!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Happy to hear that! Let us know if it helps you too :)

  • @HoneyandMe
    @HoneyandMe 8 лет назад +3

    Brilliant! I've been trying to figure out how to put shelves in our bedside cupboards! Same situation. Not really long enough for longer shirts, let alone dresses. It has way too much empty space at the top, such a waste. I'm adding this to my dear hubby's 'Honey-Doo' list!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад +2

      Glad you liked it Sue...our apologies to hubby for adding to his "to-do" list :)

  • @MyFREEFrugalHomestead
    @MyFREEFrugalHomestead 7 лет назад +1

    The open and close air vents looks great along with the foil tape. Subscribed and will be looking in. Thank you!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +1

      Glad you liked the video and thanks for subscribing!

  • @scottvernon9413
    @scottvernon9413 6 лет назад +2

    I thought I was brilliant, but, your shelves in the front bedroom were awesome

  • @bigtylee
    @bigtylee 5 лет назад

    Really good simple upgrades. Great vid.

  • @jamesmerkel9442
    @jamesmerkel9442 4 года назад

    open & close air duct vent covers u can also turn, very nice w/accent. Foil taping ac returns & door stopping inside ducts to direct airflow out of trunk line into vent easy smart diy.

  • @rexhargrove5172
    @rexhargrove5172 6 лет назад

    Awesome video! Thanks so much for uploading!!

  • @mschnurp
    @mschnurp 6 лет назад

    The material in the bed of your truck is very handy on flat surfaces in the trailer too. If you put the hook side of industrial strength Velcro on the bottom of items, I believe you will find that the Velcro will do an excellent job of keeping them in place, even on the roughest roads, provided the carpet is not able to move. Coffee makers, unmounted televisions, small microwaves, and other items can be secured in this fashion. It's a simple hack i learned driving a semi. The inside of the bunk area was completely covered with that fabric, so I was able to Velcro things to the walls as well. When I quit driving, i simply pulled the Velcro loose and the truck looked the same as it did the day I got it. A very simple, cheap way of making more area useful for very cheap.just remember to use industrial strength, normal Velcro is NOT strong enough.

  • @raymondjuancito4333
    @raymondjuancito4333 6 лет назад

    You answered a fundamental question on the cabinets on an existing coach because like you I don't want to be drilling into the structure thank you very much

  • @raymondschneider5217
    @raymondschneider5217 5 лет назад

    Really well thought out mods; gosh, don't know which I like the best. The shelving in the BR wardrobes is especially good. Like the idea of tack nailing the shelves, but, if they're tight enough, might not need to do that. Sealing the joints in the A/C unit; who'd have thought about that (OK, that MIGHT just be for me!)! Using the foam insulation under the water pump is great, too; that vibration noise is so frustrating. The bed rug and accessories in the trk bed will be useful, too. It'll cut down on the nose/vibration and keep the bed looking a lot better longer. Thks for sharing; have sub'd. Hope you and the family enjoy your new adventure. Y'all Be Safe!

  • @cameroncunningham687
    @cameroncunningham687 6 лет назад

    Good video iv been living in an Rv for like 5 years and didn’t know some of that stuff

  • @chrisreed26
    @chrisreed26 6 лет назад

    Hello from Tampa,Florida!!....Great video and all very usable ideas!! Thanks!! I loved the Bed Rug for your truck bed...It gives me an idea for my 2008 Nissan Titan Crew Cab...I have the short, 5'.5" bed....Gives me ideas for mine..I have owned mostly class A motorhomes and 2 pull behind travel trailers...So from a huge Bluebird Wanderlodge to a Victory Lane Toy Hauler towed with an Infiniti QX56 suv!! Now I'm looking for another RV..trying to decide between towing a trailer with the Titan as it can tow 9800LBS or selling the truck and going with another Class A....Safe travels to your family

  • @TheNinjaEveryDay
    @TheNinjaEveryDay 6 лет назад

    Awesome video with super helpful information!

  • @rjlind2807
    @rjlind2807 7 лет назад +1

    Dad humor @ 5:30! Good stuff! lots of good ideas

  • @raymondjuancito4333
    @raymondjuancito4333 6 лет назад

    A nice video... I just subscribed because your attention to detail and you're honest evaluation on your stuff

  • @jimloth6091
    @jimloth6091 7 лет назад +1

    VERY helpful - some great ideas. Thank you!

  • @michaeldobson8859
    @michaeldobson8859 6 лет назад

    Nice job. Good changes, makes sense except for the elimination of a hanging locker. Should have left one for coats

  • @nocturnal7312
    @nocturnal7312 8 лет назад

    I use to work in a Mobil Home Manufacturing plant in the late 70's.
    They continue to roll out the door while you work on them.
    Great idea on the A/C Ducts !! :)

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      SO you know exactly what we are talking about regarding how the rig was made :)

    • @nocturnal7312
      @nocturnal7312 8 лет назад +1

      Yes, I understand, If you say anything to your supervisor about something you see wrong, They tell you to get back to work or you'll get a "Write-Up". It's probably the same with RV's.

  • @CenterpointConnect
    @CenterpointConnect 6 лет назад

    Great video, loved your mods. I guess one of the biggest issues with modding your RV is getting over the fear of killing the resale value on a few of these things. You did a great job on maintaining that, I cant say the same after ripping out the bunk house to make room for my desk and server rack.

  • @georgemoomaw9437
    @georgemoomaw9437 6 лет назад

    Great video with some great ideas. Thanks. The only caution I would make is be careful closing off too much air flow with those ceiling vents. If you restrict too much air flow you could freeze the coil and draw liquid refrigerant into your compressor and ruin it.- Very expensive repair.
    The sealing off openings with foil tape is a really good idea but makes air flow restriction all the more critical. I’m heading to Loewes for some of that tape now.

  • @AStreaminLife
    @AStreaminLife 8 лет назад

    Some great ideas here. I'm going to have to take a look at our water pump in our Airstream and see if we can insulate in a similar manner. That sucker is loud when we're boondocking! I can't wait to follow along here and see what other tips and tricks we can pick up for our full time living adventure. I'm definitely putting in at least one shelf in my bedside cabinet. Hubby's side came with one but not mine!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Hi fellow full timer :) Happy you found a few useful tricks and hopefully you can muffle the sound of your water pump too! Keep us posted and wishing you happy and safe travels!

    • @AStreaminLife
      @AStreaminLife 8 лет назад

      Thanks Totally Trailer! Safe travels to you as well :)

  • @johnyee9688
    @johnyee9688 7 лет назад +1

    Great mod ideas, Thanks for sharing

  • @elizabetha2056
    @elizabetha2056 4 года назад

    Best closet shelves yet! Thanx!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  3 года назад +1

      Thank you, even after 5 years they have held up just like the day I put them in (and we have a lot of clothes)!

  • @lethomps1
    @lethomps1 8 лет назад +1

    I like your idea for adding shelves in the closets. You might think about adding a slide awning so you don't have to get up there to check for "junk" everytime you close it. Enjoy your videos keep up the "good work".

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Thanks so much lethomps1! We only put extra storage stuff on the top shelf in the back, just so we don't have to blindly reach back there all the time. But a slide is a good idea :) Glad you like the videos!

    • @lethomps1
      @lethomps1 8 лет назад

      Sorry I wasn't clear. I was talking about the slide out on the side of camper. You will need to make sure it is clean evertime you close it. If you put a slideout awning on it then they stay clean. Just makes it a little easier.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      lethomps1 Oh good call :) thanks!

  • @victorgomes7585
    @victorgomes7585 7 лет назад +1

    Great info for us wanna B RVs. Very neat stuff. Pun intended. Happy and safe travels.

  • @WhatsNextAmy
    @WhatsNextAmy 7 лет назад

    Thank you for the great information!

  • @WonderWhatsNext
    @WonderWhatsNext 8 лет назад

    Absolutely awesome video! New sub here, I have been looking for a way to add shelves to the cabinet above my RV sink in the kitchen since it is just one big cabinet with no shelves. But I have been reluctant to drill any holes in the walls! Your idea to add shelves will be the perfect way for me to that!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад +1

      Glad to hear the cabinets might work for you. We didn't want to drill into the rig too much and this has been working great for us. Would love to hear how your cabinets come out. Keep in touch!

  • @MsChristyMarie
    @MsChristyMarie 5 лет назад

    Wow great info! Going to subscribe! Hope to see more

  • @billlancaster7219
    @billlancaster7219 7 лет назад

    Wow thanks for sharing! Just started watching You Tube videos on full time rving

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад

      bill lancaster hi Bill! Thanks for watching, we are glad you found our channel!

  • @scottcarlisle4047
    @scottcarlisle4047 7 лет назад

    What were the steps to installing the adjustable ceiling ducts? Just bought a 2018 Palomino Puma 32rkts and would like to be able to have more control of the a/c in some areas. Thanks....very useful info in your video :)

  • @chrispayne750
    @chrispayne750 7 лет назад +3

    I'm going to have to pay this guy to mod my trailer for me when I get it! Pro job.

  • @ColoradoCamperman
    @ColoradoCamperman 8 лет назад

    Excellent work on the closets, that is a much more efficient use of space! I think I am going to have to steal your water pump idea, ours is soooo loud! The rest of your mods are excellent. Thank you for sharing!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад +1

      Hope you can quiet your water pump too, they are noisy little buggers! Thanks for the comment :)

    • @davel8n
      @davel8n 7 лет назад +2

      there is a positive side to hearing your water pump. If you hear your pump cutting on and off when there is no water running, then you have a leak somewhere. If you quiet the pump, by the time you discover the leak, it may be too late.

    • @ColoradoCamperman
      @ColoradoCamperman 7 лет назад +1

      That's a good point. I am hoping to just reduce the noise. My water pump is so darn loud, I don't think I could ever silence it completely!

  • @azimmey
    @azimmey 6 лет назад

    Good upgrades thank u

  • @user1624
    @user1624 7 лет назад

    Love the trailer set up. My wife and I are looking at moving in to a trailer next year. Wanted to know if you could do a video on your power set up.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад

      Hi Deeds, yes we will be doing a video on our power, set up and solar soon. We have been testing a lot of different things, so we hope we can put together a really informative video to help other people!

  • @SameFly365
    @SameFly365 8 лет назад

    Really great improvements! I look forward to more videos.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад +1

      Thanks for the positive feedback! A deer ran into the side of our brand new truck, so we have been stranded in the Vegas heat wave for way too long but we are working on new videos (one about mods to our RV fridge in the summer) too. Everyday is a new adventure :) Stay tuned and happy travels

    • @SameFly365
      @SameFly365 8 лет назад +1

      +Totally Trailer Wow. Sorry to hear that. Better days and safe travels.

    • @claudiaholmes9086
      @claudiaholmes9086 7 лет назад

      I live in Vegas, welcome!
      And last month is the WORST of the summer heat! When anybody asks, "What's the temperature today?" my reply is always, "A hundred and STUPID!"
      I've heard there aren't really any RV parks here but some of the casinos have "doable" sites..?
      Hope you managed to have a nice time here 😀

  • @horseymchoriseyg8657
    @horseymchoriseyg8657 8 лет назад

    Very cool info and great ideas, looking forward to more videos I will be following your channel.

  • @takayama1638
    @takayama1638 7 лет назад

    Good info. Wow, seems like sloppy work on that a/c area! Nice vents you put in. Why were the wheels being put back in the truck? Did you have air shocks installed?

  • @09turbodiesel
    @09turbodiesel 5 лет назад

    Like some of your ideas, something I am surprised your tow vechicle how do you see on both sides of it with the mirrors on your truck, you also look over weight for the 1/2 ton truck.

  • @cbkb983
    @cbkb983 7 лет назад +1

    Just subscribed to your channel. Love your mods that you've done. Especially the shelving in the closets. My wife sees that and I'm in trouble. We have a Keystone Bullet lite 28' and the floor plan is basically the same without the couch but, who really needs a couch when your out and about?

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +1

      You're not missing anything...the couch is pretty uncomfortable. Thanks for subscribing, hope you enjoy the other vids too

    • @cbkb983
      @cbkb983 7 лет назад

      Plan to binge watch tonight lol.

  • @BillAndersonNS
    @BillAndersonNS 8 лет назад +1

    Nice modifications and good explanations as well. Waiting for the video on the electronics mods and why you selected the products you did.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Thanks Bill! Working on the electronics mods. We've been delayed due to problems with the wifi booster but stay tuned!

  • @ravenwolf3039
    @ravenwolf3039 7 лет назад

    I wanted to splice into our camper we are buying but your idea of hard wiring the inverter seems so much easier.Is it a 30 amp and would it run everything including air if you had say 800 watts worth of solar panels thanks for any info

  • @lpiclothing
    @lpiclothing 8 лет назад

    will do!

  • @waynepowell567
    @waynepowell567 6 лет назад

    So when you did you 30 Amp pigtail was the black & white wires already set up like shown in the video or did you have to open it up and extend your own conductors to mate to ? Thanks for the help before I open mine.

  • @dbpearce0946
    @dbpearce0946 8 лет назад

    Some Great Idea,s,,,,,Subscribed !!

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Glad you liked the mods and ideas for the trailer and happy to have you as a new subscriber :)

  • @methedr
    @methedr 7 лет назад +5

    WOW That's what I call doing your homework.

  • @Paw0452
    @Paw0452 6 лет назад

    The inverter you use has Wide operating DC input range 21.4 - 33.0 VDC. Do your batteries provide 12V or 24V input to then inverter? thanks

  • @MrsMika
    @MrsMika 6 лет назад

    Now a year later how have the shelves in the clothes closet held up? What was the thickness of the actual shelf part? DId they sag because they look quite thin.

  • @whym23
    @whym23 8 лет назад

    Thanks for sharing this video, good ideas.

  • @aceb9479
    @aceb9479 6 лет назад

    Shelves are good. Don't think there is a need to staple them in place as they aren't going anywhere and can take them out if needed.

  • @fit4ya1975
    @fit4ya1975 6 лет назад

    Hey buddy thanks for the video! I have been looking into RV's for the past year. Reading the review on them just terrify me. I want to full time next year, I'm 44, retiring as an LEO, I'm pretty handy but from everything I've read these things just fall apart. Any specific brands you recommend from experience? Thanks a lot man.

  • @cabincreek1692
    @cabincreek1692 7 лет назад +6

    Good ideas!

  • @darrylt5300
    @darrylt5300 8 лет назад

    Great idea shelving

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Thanks Darryl, hope you got some good ideas for your rig out of it! Safe travels :)

  • @hueandsteve1989
    @hueandsteve1989 8 лет назад

    Excellent videos & ideas.

  • @bexler531
    @bexler531 6 лет назад

    Where do you park how much a month do you spent on RV ground or parking the RV

  • @wanderlust101
    @wanderlust101 8 лет назад

    Great mods, love the shelf idea. Our previous trailer (R-pod 178) had no hanging space which we didn't like and our current trailer (Jay Feather 24T) has 2 hanging closets like yours that we thought would be great but, the only thing I hang is a couple shirts. Not sure if I want to give up ALL the hanging space, maybe a 50/50 hybrid design. Narrower shelves for socks, underwear, etc. It's not like I need my suits.
    I'm lovin' the Bedrug! Currently our TV is a full-size SUV (Infiniti QX56) but, I want to upgrade to a F250 diesel. My only concern is we travel with our black Lab, Terra, and we are wondering how hot it will be in the back of a pickup during the summer months. I'm thinking if we leave the back slide-window open and with the Bedrug providing some insulation it might work. What are your thoughts? thanks, Bob

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад +1

      Thanks for the comment, hope the cabinet idea will work for you! We LOVE the bedbug in the back. A deer ran into the side of our brand new truck, so we have been stranded in the Las Vegas heat wave without our tow vehicle and I have to say it gets pretty hot in that back of that cab. We did cut some silver insulation pieces to keep it cooler, but depending on where you are traveling and the temperatures, it can get pretty toasty back there. By the way, we have another "closet" next to our pantry that we left as a hanging closet for our nicer shirts and dresses and that seems to be the perfect fit for our clothing needs! Best of luck and happy travels....would love to see pics if you get the bedbug and pickup!

    • @wanderlust101
      @wanderlust101 8 лет назад

      Thanks for the info... I'll send pics. Sorry to hear about the accident and the Vegas heat.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      wan·der·lust Happy to help! Looking forward to your pics :)

  • @junkmerchant3773
    @junkmerchant3773 7 лет назад +1

    Does your battery bank ever run out of juice? Awesome mods!! 👌🏽

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +2

      Hi Bigben, our battery bank hardly ever runs out of juice. We have about 400 amp hours of total power. Can the battery bank run out of juice? Oh yes! If we use the microwave, the TV, the heater and leave the lights on a lot during boondocking camping we can run out of juice easy. It''s all about power management and conservation.

  • @Jazzyfresh981992
    @Jazzyfresh981992 6 лет назад

    How do you shower how do you run the water have many questions

  • @alonzoj.107
    @alonzoj.107 7 лет назад

    Wow, very nice mods!!!!

  • @JasonKohrs
    @JasonKohrs 7 лет назад

    Nice Work!

  • @TheDjsmooth23
    @TheDjsmooth23 7 лет назад

    Do you just have portable solar to charge your batteries? I wanna do the same when I get my Keystone . Good vid.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +1

      Yes we use portable solar panels to charge our batteries unless we are in a full hook up campground and don't need them

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +1

      Yes, we have portable solar panels. We are editing a video right now on our solar set up. That will be the next vid we post....Thanks for the note!

  • @micglobal
    @micglobal 7 лет назад +1

    Do you have two sets of batteries separately connected to different systems? There was a bank of batteries visible in the video near the inverter and there appears to be batteries mounted on the trailer tongue. Please embellish.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +3

      Yes, you are exactly right we have two separate battery banks. One bank (two lead acid batteries) are mounted on the trailer tongue these are used as the regular house 12 volt battery. The other system is actually four AGM 6 volt batteries that are wired together to make two banks of 12 volts, we use this system to exclusively power the 2000 watt inverter. With the inverter on we can run our Microwave, TV and power all the 110 volt power sockets in the trailer. I will be doing a detailed video in the future about this system as well as the pros and cons of doing it this way.

    • @micglobal
      @micglobal 7 лет назад

      Understand. Thanks for the reply.

  • @van4356
    @van4356 8 лет назад

    Very good ideas...thanks....just found you....subbed.....

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Welcome Van, glad you found us and subscribed :) Another new video to come soon...

  • @raymondjuancito4333
    @raymondjuancito4333 6 лет назад

    It was refreshing to see your wife putting in some Sweat Equity instead of watching Oprah hahaha wish you guys well please give more details as I am preparing this year to go full timing the good The Bad and The Ugly thank you

  • @CalebCissna
    @CalebCissna 8 лет назад

    Is your truck 4x4 or 4x2? Any specific reason why you chose 4x4 or 4x2?

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад +1

      Hi Caleb, our truck is 4x2. The 4x2 is lighter, so they have a bigger towing capacity and can tow more than the 4x4's. The 4x2 was also $10,000 cheaper than the 4x4 counterpart (which was a big difference for us). We do wish we had a 4x4 again though because we love off-roading and exploring!

  • @dawnmarkey2194
    @dawnmarkey2194 8 лет назад +1

    having trouble with the volume, 2nd vid, I watched that I was unable to hear what was spoken.

    • @lpiclothing
      @lpiclothing 8 лет назад

      Try headphones or ear buds. Thats what I had to do.

  • @tikilee7172
    @tikilee7172 8 лет назад

    Love the pump mod.👍🏻Quite is better. Tiki 🚎💨💨💨

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад +1

      Quiet is way better :) Thanks for the comment!

    • @aguyandhiscomputer
      @aguyandhiscomputer 8 лет назад +1

      The only thing I like about a loud water pump is knowing I will hear it run if I have a leak somewhere.

  • @waphtuos821
    @waphtuos821 7 лет назад

    I have to comment.. If someone is coming down the road, and they don't see a huge camper, do you think they will see the tiny little cones and be like, oh look cones, WHOAAA a trailer. good thing those cones were there, or I may have hit the camper.

  • @rambolambo5754
    @rambolambo5754 7 лет назад

    very cool

  • @joeframer9642
    @joeframer9642 7 лет назад

    Solid advice,nice guy gorgeous wife...

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +1

      Thanks for the compliment and kind words! I'm a lucky guy

  • @lancekenison4125
    @lancekenison4125 8 лет назад

    What kind of cooling improvements did you see with the A/C taped up

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Hi there Lance, we noticed a DRAMATIC improvement with the duct tape work! We were actually getting ready to purchase a brand new 15k air conditioner because it was unbearable in here last summer. After the tape fix, it stays perfectly cool in here and we are in Vegas during a heat wave (it's been 117 here) and we are comfortable. Huge difference, we are telling everyone we know about that trick! Hope it helps :)

    • @lancekenison4125
      @lancekenison4125 8 лет назад

      +Totally Trailer thanks for the rapid reply. we have this exact same trailer and I love your projects. We experienced some 95+ degree days and both the A/C and refrigerator didn't really seem up to the task. good to know we can address one of these issues without the dealer.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Lance Kenison We feel ya bro! One more thing, don't forget the colorable vent covers. That helps a lot too. You can close off the vents you aren't using and make the main cabin really (extra) cold! Avoid the dealer, overtime we took ours in for warranty, they broke something else (and told us there "nothing wrong with our fridge or A/C"). We are finally getting a new cooling unit directly from Dometic for our fridge (it has never gotten above 48-55 degrees. We had it in the dealer three times with no result and my wife went straight to Dometic for a result. Good luck. Keep us posted and let us know if it helps!

    • @lancekenison4125
      @lancekenison4125 8 лет назад

      Do you remember where/what the closable vent covers are? Maybe a part number?

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Yep, here's the exact one we bought for our trailer. Found it on amazon: JR Products ACG25DPW-A Polar White Adjustable Ceiling Vent with 0.25" Collar. We bought one for each vent, totally worth it and highly recommend! Good luck- hopefully you get "cool" soon

  • @JustMe-dm8yz
    @JustMe-dm8yz 5 лет назад

    💖💜💛💚💙

  • @blindbasser
    @blindbasser 7 лет назад

    how many gallons of fresh water cn you hold ? and how big is the water heater ?

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад

      Hi Mike we have 60 gallons of fresh water and the water heater holds an additional 5 gallons. The gray tank is 76 gallons and the black tank is 38 gallons.

    • @blindbasser
      @blindbasser 7 лет назад

      if your in an area with out water , how does 60 gals work out for showers etc

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад +2

      Hi Mike with 3 of us in the trailer we can do about 3 days easy including showers, toilets and hand washing. If I know were going to be longer than 3 days I fill up four additional 5 gallon water jugs we carry with us. You have to do a "navy shower" and we do everything we can to conserve water but with 2 girls in the trailer they want their daily showers, no exceptions. It works out to about 5 gallons per person per day. Hope that helps.

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  7 лет назад

      The on board water tank is 63 gallons, plus I usually carry an extra 20 gallons in the back of the truck. The water heater is a 6 gallon unit

  • @JimPerkins1953
    @JimPerkins1953 7 лет назад

    What mileage do you get towing?

  • @9mmjames653
    @9mmjames653 8 лет назад

    how well does your truck pull it

    • @Totally-trailer
      @Totally-trailer  8 лет назад

      Hi James, it pulls it remarkably well. It has enough guts to accelerate uphill and pass (if you needed to), we don't push it, but nice to know it has that power if you need to get out of the way :)

  • @happyhippyhaven
    @happyhippyhaven 8 лет назад

    You may want to slow down your speaking.