10 THINGS WE WISH WE KNEW BEFORE MOVING INTO AN AIRSTREAM

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  • Опубликовано: 12 дек 2024

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  • @Wanderlocal
    @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +2

    What are the things you wish someone had told you before you decided to RV?

    • @thewadsquad
      @thewadsquad 4 года назад +3

      Not to buy the best thickest toilet paper!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      Amen to that! Mega ultra super duper toilet paper is a no-go! 🤪

  • @ericgass9382
    @ericgass9382 4 года назад +9

    Great channel. One recommendation is to find a big parking lot and spend a day learning your rig...truck and trailer. We love our F-150 and Airstream 26 but learning how they work as one takes time. I’ve towed a lot but learning how to read our surroundings (curbs, gas pumps, over hangs, construction zones, barriers, and of course hookups) took a complete rethink of what I thought I knew. I went to a big lot, used some simple little cones, and learned how to pull into and out of a typical site...and there is really no typical site, so I kept changing the cones once I got comfortable. Practice makes better but never perfect! We did the same thing with our new hoses so be learned how to read how close to be to water and sewer. I then practiced with my wife as becoming a team takes practice too and rule #1 became we talk through EVERYTHING - even just getting gas - that we can before we get to it (if possible). Listen to each other in love and compassion and you will hopefully learn one of the greatest aspects of having an RV is simply doing all the little things together. Remember to avoid anger, curbs, and potholes!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      Oh my, the 'avoiding anger, curbs and potholes' is all spot on! It definitely takes practice. Thanks for sharing this info with us. I'm going to have to purchase some small cones so we can practice in a large parking lot. Lauren is keen to learn how to back up, and this would be the perfect way to do it. We're doing well so far with the teamwork, but, as you said, talking through everything is the key. Thank you so much for following our adventures. When you see an upcoming episode of us in a parking lot with cones, you'll know it was your idea! - Daniel

  • @MeredithForReal
    @MeredithForReal 4 года назад +10

    I heard a tip from a van life lady: get a membership to 24 hour fitness. They are all over the US. You can workout (obvi), but also enjoy a warm shower & whatever other amenities they have!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      That's a good idea. I'm not sure that we have ever seen a 24-hour fitness while we're on the road, so I'm going to have to look that up!

  • @TexasRoadrunners
    @TexasRoadrunners 4 года назад +5

    I would like to add a couple. 1. don't leave the black tank open. You will get a poop pyramid. Only open to dump. 2. Dry shampoo is a girls friend and leave-in crème rinse cuts down on water usage. Your tips on steering wheel hand placement is spot on. Thanks for sharing.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      TexasRoadrunners - Agreed 💯. We leave our grey tank open if we're on hookups, but never our black tank. And, poop pyramid sounds like a not-so-fun story goes with that. 🤣 Care to share?
      Oh, and amen on dry shampoo. I've been living off this stuff. I haven't tried a creme rinse though. Gonna have to give that a whirl! Thanks for these tips. 💪

  • @susanpratt3290
    @susanpratt3290 3 года назад +2

    I was thinking that if you keep your shoes that you wear in the house by the door, and your outdoor shoes, then when you come in, at the door, take your outdoors off, and place them on some kind of rubber mat, and switch to your indoor shoes so that you don't track the outside in. Having floors would be so much better because you can sweep them much easier. Or wipe up messes much easier than on a carpet, which can eaisly get stained. Have a rubber mat at the door, (like the ones in your vehichle) would be good too. My tip.
    My favorite Airstream is the 30 foot Classic. And I love the white and light gray color scheme, it just makes it seem more brighter than the browns, and the darker wood.

  • @LetsPlayThru
    @LetsPlayThru 4 года назад +6

    That toilet paper zip lock bag tip is awesome!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      We were super impressed with this tip too when another camper shared it with us! 💪

  • @LuvSubbin
    @LuvSubbin 4 года назад +10

    Great video and we're sure it will be helpful to new owners. You hit it on the nail! Two things: First, we cannot wait for the video on how to best upload RUclips content. Our current "Go-To's" are Starbucks and, surprisingly, McDonald's. Nevertheless, finding a place to upload remains the worst part of being on-the-road RUclipsr. Secondly, THANKS for the shout out. Luv Subbin Hollywood showers are only authorized during full hook ups...

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      Conquering the internet problem is priority one for us too! We have the new parts here, and will be installing them next week. Fingers crossed it works! We'll be sure to create a video either way. Also, you're welcome! We love all of your comments and feedback. It is always much appreciated! Have a wonderful day. Lauren + Daniel

  • @stephen2215
    @stephen2215 3 года назад +2

    You guys are so nice! We're planning on doing the same thing real soon. Thanks for the helpful video.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  2 года назад

      Awww, thanks, Stephen! We appreciate the kind comment. 🙏 Lauren + Daniel

  • @joseventura2522
    @joseventura2522 3 года назад +4

    Really like your channel! Watching all day today, keep them coming.....

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад

      Yay, thanks, Jose! We're glad you like our videos. We have more queued up to release very soon. Be sure to click that 🔔next to the subscribe button and it'll notify you when we release our newest videos! We have LOTS of fun content planned. Oh, and if you have any favorite places across the 🇺🇸, we're always open to ideas. Feel free to share! We both genuinely thank you for following along on our journeys! Lauren + Daniel

  • @adriannurse1502
    @adriannurse1502 3 года назад +4

    I love your videos. I always look forward to them. A couple of things to consider. 1. Wheel chalk's. We definitely want to make sure there is no rolling. 2. Would be the shower. The quality of the shower really depends on your rig. We have a class A diesel pusher. We have Aquia Hot on demand for our hot water. It can run off of electric or diesel. In the winter you definitly want to run off the diesel. As long as we are at a campground with full hookups and our gray water tank open you can have scalding hot water for as long as you want. It is so hot I can't hold my hand under it on full hot. It has to be toned down. One day I was feeling tired and sore. I took a 25 minute shower. I never do that. As soon as I was done my wife took a 45 minute shower. That's why I say open the gray tank in advance on those days.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for the comment, Adrian! We have lots of crazy and silly adventures ahead, so be on the lookout. Great tip on the wheel chock's. Our first night, we had nothing and it was terrifying! Let's just say, we didn't get much sleep that night. We've since added full ribber chock's and x-chocks to the equation. So, true story, we went TWO months or more without learning how to operate our heating system. After MANY cold showers, someone in an RV group was nice enough to walk us through it on the phone. He's our angel! We can now take long hot showers without a problem. Don't you just love this community of RV'ers? Everyone we've met is always so kind and willing to help out. As crazy as this feels to us towing, we can't imaging a Class A. They look intimidating! How long have you been RV'ing?

    • @adriannurse1502
      @adriannurse1502 3 года назад +1

      @@Wanderlocal We have been RVing for three years now although last year we only went out twice. When we first picked up our RV we didn't know how to operate the heat. We turned the thermostat to Furnace like they said to do and it wouldn't come on. We froze one night then bought a space heater. It took a mobile RV repairman to show us the one part we were missing. Now we are toasty warm. We picked our RV up on a Friday. The last thing they did was install the tow kit so we could tow our car. They switched the wiring and had to redo the wiring. When the RV was signaling to turn right the car was signaling to go left. Lol!!! 🤣🤣 By the time they finished and we left it was 4:30 pm. So it was 4:30 on a rainy Friday in Tampa Florida during rush hour traffic. I can honestly tell you that scenario scared the daylights out of me. We spent our first night out in a Cracker Barrel parking lot in Brunswick Georgia.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад +1

      Oh my goodness! That's too funny about the furnace. I'm sure they told us how. to turn ours on when we first picked it up, but it took us weeks (some of which Daniel froze in the cold in Chicago) before we really got the thing to work. What do you do? RV newbie mistakes, right? 🤷‍♀️
      Congratulations on picking up your new rig! But, that's crazy about the wrong wiring. That could have been disastrous. Good job on doing your light checks! That would have been easy to miss.
      And, yeah. We started our adventure very similarly in Tampa traffic, so know exactly how you felt. We were terrified, but we did get to stay at Disney for our first night, so you take the rv life skills award for spending your first night in a Cracker Barrel! 🤣We haven't been brave enough to do this yet, although we've talked about boondocking at Buc-ees since we're in Texas this month. 🤣

    • @adriannurse1502
      @adriannurse1502 3 года назад

      @@Wanderlocal We have never been to Disney or Buc-ees. I would love to see both places. Everyone tells us we need to stay at Fort Wilderness. Especially during Christmas.

  • @ChasingOurSunshine
    @ChasingOurSunshine 4 года назад +4

    Great tip and we use walking talkies too! Learning your rig is so important before boondocking, emptying the tanks isn't that bad and dirt & sand will get in the RV. Also small places make everything look more messy and cluttered. Wish you the best of luck on the road & your goals... be safe- Chasing RV Sunshine 🌞Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      Thanks, Joel, Deb, and Maya! And isn't that the truth about small spaces. I feel like I'm (Lauren) constantly tidying to no avail. 🤣 Happy holidays and we look forward to continuing following your journeys in 2021 as well. Hugs! 💖

  • @lisastewart-hartsock661
    @lisastewart-hartsock661 2 года назад +1

    I love watching you both with your lil baby!!!!! Blessed Be!!!
    I would recommend sealing a new RV.

  • @dg1019
    @dg1019 3 года назад +1

    Actually long trailers are much easier to back than short ones.

  • @cottontalesfromthetrail5474
    @cottontalesfromthetrail5474 2 года назад +1

    Daniel, I am avid long distance Hiker. When out on the trail I have boxes sent to a Post Office General Delivery to myself. You have 30 days to pick up the package. I believe it is UPS/Fed Ex (maybe both) that cannot deliver a box to the USPO. happy camping

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  2 года назад +1

      Hey, BJ! That's a great tip/ With a new one on the way, we'll have to delay some of our planned long hikes, but as soon as we can get that little guy/girl in a pack we'll be back on the trail!!! Thanks for the tip on shipping. 🙌 L+D

  • @cohenlawgroup
    @cohenlawgroup 4 года назад +5

    Great job, guys! Great info and awesome production value. Really well done!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      Thank you so much Benjamin! We really enjoyed putting it together. 🙂

  • @randyrainwater983
    @randyrainwater983 4 года назад +3

    Watched a lot of RUclips videos for Airstreams and camped most of my young life and motorcycle camping as an adult.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      Love it! Thanks for watching our video. We may be new to camping, but we now totally understand why it's a life long passion for so many. Once a camper, always a camper. ⛺️💙

  • @julietran1280
    @julietran1280 3 года назад +3

    Great tips. Thank you!!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад

      No problem Julie! You’re going to love full-time Airstream life. If y’all need anything don’t hesitate to reach out!

  • @LetsPlayThru
    @LetsPlayThru 4 года назад +4

    This is awesome. Going to be super helpful for us noobs!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      Thank you, sir! That's our hope. 💙

  • @jesusmariomartinez
    @jesusmariomartinez 3 года назад +3

    Thank you so much for all your tips, they were very interesting.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад +1

      We're thrilled they were helpful, Mario! And, thank you for taking the time to watch our video. It means the world to us. 👍

  • @pSyChojOeDesigns
    @pSyChojOeDesigns 4 года назад +2

    I've learned, in van-life, that, hotter (than home) water is possible, if, you're willing, to safely use; an immersion water-heater, in a container, like, a 2-gallon pump-sprayer, or, bucket, to heat the water, and, it's up to you; how you get that water onto your body; you can use the pump-sprayer, a rechargeable, battery-operated pump, that, comes with a larger shower-head (using more water, faster), or, you can dip your washcloth into the water-container, and, after scrubbing your body; rinsing into your greywater collector.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      That's a solid way to get hot water! Great info. We just picked up our new rig (2021 now), so we'll have to see if the hot water situation is the same. If so, we'll have to go with your idea - because I'm a Florida boy and cold showers are NOT my thing! 😂 - Daniel

  • @ninjacls
    @ninjacls 3 года назад +2

    We just found your channel during a "commercial" while watching another channel that we love. We are loving you guys! I love that you don't mind showing the mistakes! Looking forward to catching up 😊

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад +1

      Yay! 🥳 We’re so glad you found our channel, and so happy to have you along on this journey. Oh, and we make TONS of mistakes. There’s no shame in our game - we’re bringing y’all the unfiltered stuff. If we screw up, we show it. It’s all part of this great big RV adventure, and we’re loving it! We’re both genuinely appreciative of everyone who follows our channels - so thank you! 🙏 Lauren + Daniel

  • @doratheexplorerbegins
    @doratheexplorerbegins 4 года назад +2

    We continue to love watching your videos. Great job you two!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      Thank you! We genuinely appreciate it. 🙌

    • @doratheexplorerbegins
      @doratheexplorerbegins 4 года назад +2

      @@Wanderlocal happy new year!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +2

      @@doratheexplorerbegins Happ new year to y'all too! Here's to 2021 being amazing. 💪

  • @randyrainwater983
    @randyrainwater983 4 года назад +3

    Rugs and door mats will keep your floors looking more clean.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      Randy, YES! We ordered a big outdoor rug that we're going to use when we pick up our new Airstream this week. We're hoping that will help keep some of the campground dirt at bay. 💪

    • @randyrainwater983
      @randyrainwater983 4 года назад +2

      We have one of the large rugs, that we bought initially. Now we use the three foot by three foot rubber mats from Northern Tools. The big mats are a pain on wet days.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      @@randyrainwater983 That makes perfect sense. We may be looking into purchasing those soon too if the rug we bought becomes a pain. 🤣

  • @thewadsquad
    @thewadsquad 4 года назад +3

    Another great video! I am 6’3 I don’t think I could bend down to do the dishes I would just have to stare are the cabinet.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      🤣 Yeah, I'm only 5'10", so I'm in that in-between height. You would definitely be staring at the cabinet! 😂

  • @topthisname
    @topthisname 3 года назад +2

    For internet go to a public library

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад +2

      Oscar, that's a great idea! Before we purchased a small portable printer for the RV, we were already going there, but never thought of staying to use the internet while there. Makes sense. Thanks for sharing! L+D

    • @topthisname
      @topthisname 3 года назад +1

      @@Wanderlocal thank you for the videos, I just found your channel and I really like it. (btw it's a stolen tip from Bound for Nowhere so check them out)

  • @MeredithForReal
    @MeredithForReal 4 года назад +2

    Love the tips and I love Daniel's donut socks!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      Haha, Meredith - Daniel has a passion for silly socks, so he will appreciate this comment more than you know. 🤣

  • @glampinghearts1372
    @glampinghearts1372 4 года назад +3

    Thanks for the awesome infos guys. New subscriber here!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      Welcome aboard, Filam Glampers! We're glad to have you. Thanks so much for subscribing and following all of our silly adventures. We genuinely appreciate it. Lauren + Daniel

    • @glampinghearts1372
      @glampinghearts1372 4 года назад +1

      @@Wanderlocal YMTW, guys.. I love to follow people with the same interests as mine. Glad I came across to your channel. Keep posting good stuffs👍

  • @gregpriddy8595
    @gregpriddy8595 4 года назад +2

    I like your international sheets!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      Thanks, Greg! We got them a while back from Wayfair. 🌍

  • @deborahallford7337
    @deborahallford7337 3 года назад +2

    When camped in RV parks, how noisy is it? If you’re outside, can you hear conversations going on inside?! When you’re inside, is noise outside a problem? Thank you so much!

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад +1

      Hi Debora! We hate to say "it depends" but it really does. We think, for the most part, people respect their neighbors - meaning - keeps the noise down at night. But you do occasionally get the loud neighbors that move in next door. It's really the exception though, and not the norm. And, while the walls of all RV's are not exactly thick, they do offer plenty of privacy. That being said, if someone is speaking loudly you may hear it. Overall though, we wouldn't change this situation for anything. It's been a fun adventure so far! Thank you so much for watching. Lauren + Daniel

  • @douglaspayne8065
    @douglaspayne8065 3 года назад +4

    You can sit in car at mcdonalds parking lots to use their wifi

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад +1

      We’ve tried!!! 😭 We get good enough WiFi in the Airstream to surf the web. But it’s uploading large video files that we struggle with most. Starbucks and McDonalds WiFi don’t have enough bandwidth to do it either.

  • @rcgkreations
    @rcgkreations 3 года назад +1

    Great info

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад

      Glad you think so! Thanks for watching RCG Kreations. ❤️

  • @corgimom1626
    @corgimom1626 4 года назад +2

    That is a beautiful location. Where is it? Would love to camp there

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      Susan, we loved this campground! It's in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is called Treasure Island RV Park. They are run by the sweetest husband and wife team and we loved our time here. You can check out their website at www.treasureislerv.com/.

  • @JB-ys8mj
    @JB-ys8mj 4 года назад +2

    Can you say "High Rising Terminal"?

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +2

      JB, you taught us something new today! Totally had to Google this. Was surprised to see the Southern accent isn't typically associated with uptalk - so who knows where I (Lauren) picked it up. 🤣

    • @JB-ys8mj
      @JB-ys8mj 4 года назад +2

      @@Wanderlocal I'm from South Florida but sound like a Yankee from Philadelphia

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад +1

      @@JB-ys8mj 🤣🤣🤣 accents are a funny thing, aren’t they?

  • @Ahmad-yw5hl
    @Ahmad-yw5hl 4 года назад +1

    Why not using the back up pro assist that is in your truck? It’s an amazing feature from Ford. Check out the link and it will teach how to do it.
    ruclips.net/video/6CTu_M2Yo7o/видео.html

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      Ahmad, this video is amazing! We've heard that it doesn't work with the Airstream, but after watching this - that makes no sense whatsoever. We didn't get the starter kit with our truck, so we're gonna have to figure out how to get ahold of one, but you've inspired us to look into it. Thank you! 💪

    • @Ahmad-yw5hl
      @Ahmad-yw5hl 4 года назад +1

      @@Wanderlocal yeah it works on the airstream. I have an airstream and I’m using it. It’s amazing and it makes backing up a trailer much easier.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  4 года назад

      @@Ahmad-yw5hl That is so exciting. Did your truck come with the start-up kit? Maybe it's in the paperwork we have somewhere and just don't know it?

  • @wisedesi442
    @wisedesi442 4 года назад +2

    Am I missing something ? You should be able to take Hollywood shower when you are at full hookup sites correct? Great video as always, keep up good work and happy and safe traveling.

    • @Wanderlocal
      @Wanderlocal  3 года назад +1

      Haha nope! You're totally correct Wise Desi. You can totally take a Hollywood shower on full hookups. Although I (Lauren) will say it's easier to turn the water on and off during a shower, even on hookups, simply because it's such a tight space. Turning it on and off ensures that all the soap and shampoo don't just get immediately washed off. 🤣