First Night Camping in the New Truck
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So nice to see Camper go right into the water. I remember when he was afraid of water. What a good boy!
Such a good boy! His motivation is to “go fishing” it’s so cute!!!
That’s how you treat your pets 👍
Nico😘😗😍😍
Thank you for rescuing dogs and helping them
I think a pop up canopy with sides may help with "cooking in the elements" issue. Plus you'll want to sit outside & not get soaked in a storm. Hugs to Camper & Rodney ❤
Second this they have some orettt sweet power canopies you can add to off-road rigs now if it’s something height and weight is problem. Being a lone female highly recommend
Your rescue of Camper is such a cool story! Thanks for letting him live his best life ever.
Dear Nikki, an old guy from Germany watches with great joy your videos.
Since the "rescue" of camper I have watched all your videos. You are such a kind Lady.
Greetings to your wonderful family. All the love from Germany❤❤❤
What a lovely comment. 🤗✌️
Tailgate lift: fold over an old seat belt piece or tow strap, remove one of the bolts of the tailgate inside face then run that bolt back through the strap making a loop handle to lift the gate x2.
Close the bottom first, climb over the tailgate onto the bed and pull the top door closed.
I did the same with 1" webbing. Easy peasy and a game changer. Nice build Nikki!!
Just a FYI... for the slippery center console, I cut a piece of floor carpet large enough to hang over the side and tucked in between the seat and console.. easy to remove if I need access to it.. and my boy doesn't dig his nails if he's standing on it.. and a tent that you can back the truck into so you have a place to sit for those not so sunny days.. makes the truck camping a little more enjoyable.. a pass through window from front to back is also nice..
My wife and i just tried truck bed camping and it was awesome. FYI if your topper door doesn’t lock automatically like ours there is a cool trick to be able to lock from inside using pvc pipe on each side to keep it from being opened from outside.
Ohhhhh nice tip!!!! Thank you!!! Gonna rig this up with Justin if we can!
Rodney & Camper looking so handsome and healthy!!!❤ interesting build. My 78 Ford Econoline van conversion was designed by my mom and built by stepdad. The kingsize bed folded down from a couch with a table insert. Custom heavy duty foam cushions upolstered in a heavy grey/ white tweed design. The most comfortable bed I've slept on ever!!!❤I had a fridge powered by block of ice. Microwave, sink with water pump, coleman porta potty. I just paid $1.00 a shower at trailer/ rv parks. Back in my day they were like 7 to 12 bucks a night to hook up. I had 110 hook up running from a plug under back bumper. I had full kitchen area and a hot plate. I used a crock pot a lot! Coffee pot, etc. I didn't have cell phone or solar power generators. I used trucker fans and I plugged them into battery jump starters! Kept me and the cat cool. Plus I had an ac that fit in passenger window at night while we camped in really hot states. I could stand cuz we had the fiberglass roof extention.... I lived and traveled in my van for 10 years!!!❤ liked this video a lot!
Nothing compares to the "luxuries" of a van!
We use a small propane Blackstone grill to cook everything. One side is flat top and the other half is grill top so we can even use pots on it. It is a dream for everything from pancakes, eggs, burgers, veggies. It's pretty efficient, compact and cools pretty quickly for packing
The fact that you can do these things all by yourself fascinates me in every video. I wish I could pass through the screen and help you. It also helps that you are the most beautiful, sweetest woman I have ever seen. Best wishes to you. Loves from Turkey!
Im not sure why she said that she did the build since she and Justin did the build. They did a good job but Im team van.
That’s awesome you were able to react and recover with the paper towel for a cup of coffee! I love It ❤
Yay! We've been so looking forward to the truck campers maiden adventure 😊
06:47 I live how Rodney always looks so deep in pensive philosophising when sitting and staring our the windows.
Also, it's been so rewarding witnessing Camper's journey and development from being scared of the water to now loving going fishing in it 🫶
Please give some love to Camper and Rod for us.
Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend 💚
Omg we just got the the "All Roads" blanket part 😭 it's so beautiful and perfect! Amazing amazing amazing job, and as always thank you so much for all your do to love and support all the animals that you can. It's so special and important 💚
The head height and sleeping area size gives us nostalgia about the Prius days 😊
Hey Nikki, Can I give you some advice as an expert on offroad power setups?
Plug your refrigerator and the Jackory power unit into separate 12-volt supplies from the truck during the day then plug the refrigerator into the Jackory at night, when you run the refrigerator off the Jackory while it's charging you are bypassing most of the power straight to the refrigerator and the Jackory will not get a full charge. Brad from Trail Recon had this same setup, his power station would not charge fully, I suggested he do this and it fixed the problem. Love the truck layout by the way.
Nikki, the center board could be put under one of the large cushions for storage and easy access ( less chance of bird dropping out in Mother nature's creation). Board could also be used as support with center cushion when being used as couch. You could also make a scissor jack table in center in opening. Push it down in lock position when making bed. Long table could come in handy for eating and putting food on side in reachable distance. 66 years old,time on my hands and outside of box thinker. 2 canopy tents may come in handy,1 for back and 1 for door where portable ice chest is ( On this one , I would glue a flap on one side,when stretched out over door on to top of truck with weights holding it in place. It will divert the pouring rain as secondary covering from truck to canopy. Rain & snow is going to happen - some ideas to keep you dry as you camp as best as you can. Doyle.
I just ordered the blanket. So happy to support the cause. Safe travels!
Nikki, Camper, and Rodney, y'all rock! ❤ Peace
A used Ambulance also makes a good camper - already wired to a generator and a lot of storage cabinets in back,area on both sides for a bed. Can actually stand up in back, change flashing lights to out side lights. Storage on outside too. Just passing a idea along to you. Doyle.
That's how animals should live so happy like your dogs❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊
love how you care about helping dogs in need ❤
Yeah there's no way I'm going from the van to that truck.
If you adventure and think like I do, it makes sense :-) but I totally understand that thought! Hahaha van is luxury for full time, truck is fun! Hehe
And payments sucks. And it brakes down always. Truck am sure payed for. And it doesn't break down 100% of the time.
@@CrashOveRidesbreaks down 100% of the time? No. If you’ve followed her for some time, I’m the current owner of the green van she tested before building her own. I’ve had it for a year, been on many adventures, and have had ZERO issues with this van.
I’d do it with a Toyota, not a Ford
Different tools for different tasks.
Hanging shelves for the last 18” of the camper towards the cab. You will still have space for your feet/head. Good for light weight stuff; clothes, bedding, electronics. Keeps them more accessible and dry.
You've identified the ultimate off road sleep-in-vehicle set up-- a pickup truck with at least a 6.5 foot bed and a camper shell (also called a Topper, Canopy, etc, depending on where you live). This setup beats all other camping setups such as a rooftop tent because, unlike tents, it is 100% weatherproof, including resistant to wind up to almost small tornado strength. That's what I have, and my wife and I sleep on a queen size mattress atop a simple plywood platform that is built from pieces connected with door hinges where the plywood pieces connect. I can break it down by simply pulling the pins out of hinges and store the whole platform flat in my garage when not in use. I have plywood boards on rollers underneath to store my recovery & camping gear. It's nice to arrive at a remote boondocking location and already have your sleeping quarters set up.
Great to see you grow!! Nikki, me and my daughter love your videos and the awareness you bring to camping, we been watching for 3 years now and she still bites her carrots 🥕 for her salads 🥗 lol we appreciate all you do!! Stay happy and healthy!
Carpenter really nailed it! The sliding in and out of bed will get tiresome I think.All the dogs love it I bet! Great vid
Thank you!!! Justin is such a talented builder, to think we did this in just a few days after he got out of work blows my mind! Haha
Hi Nikki, I just wanted to tell you that when you set up your Colman stove, that the side wind screens on it get attached to the side in the slots that are on each side of the base part of the stove. Not the grill. Loved the build out!
Nikki, maybe a t-shirt &/or a long sleeve t-shirt with the same colors & picture as the blanket but have Camper & Rodney sitting on the path looking forward instead of just seeing the back if them. I love the blanket/poncho, so unique & will be ordering one! 💜
Hi Nikki 👋 you and Justin did a awesome job on the truck! With all those slides and storage compartments, your design works! Just need your black out covers for the inside and pull rope (maybe) for the back end of the truck door to close it up when you're already inside for the night. Great to see Camper got over his fear of the water. 💦 Good boy!! 🐕
Oops.... forgot to mention how about a magnet with Camper and Rodney on it? 🤔
I have the same truck and use a slide in camper. To level it, switch your display over to off road mode and it will give you a level front to back and left to right. Great feature!
kent rollins has a good cowboy coffee video, basically you boil your coffee grounds for 5-10 minutes and then when you remove it from the heat you pour in a little cool water, this causes the grounds to sink to the bottom and it makes some really smooth coffee… also it turns out a bit stronger.
That's a loooong truck. Good job backing it up!
Haha thank you! I think it’s just as long if not longer than the van!
Thanks! I absolutely love seeing you live this incredible life with two precious dogs!❤ So happy for you three!!
Nikki D you brighten my day and those of a lot of other people. Thanks so much for sharing your life with us!
How cosy in the truck with Camper and Rodney💕 Best camping buddies
Nikki, on Amz, they sell metal strainers for your coffee thingy. Been using them for almost 2 years now- use it, wash it, reuse it!!!!
Nikki is a forever kind of “I am here for the journey kind of woman.” 🎉 Let’s explore! Giving me Dora the explorer vibes.
Thanks Nikki. You videos always help me relax after the week.
I just think you have the cutest dogs ever. Thanks for sharing.
Love watching you every week. Sometimes I wake up with two senior lady cats at my head and chest and two lady dogs next to me. Heaven. Retiring soon and would like to do some camping. You give me hope. Will probably do something with my 2014 Toyota Sienna.
Hi Nikki, I ordered a blanket/poncho last week and can't wait to get it. It looks like the coziest of outdoor gear, and I love that profits go to a good cause. Maybe another T-shirt and hats (ballcaps and knit caps) with both pups featured would be fun.
You might want to look into a retractable bumper step for the truck. Makes it a lot easier to get into the bed without having to jump, particularly if you're going to have it lifted.
It has a step in the bumper already, see the little square in the center of the tailgate? That's a built-in step. Press the button and it pops out, even has a handle.
My wife and I love your journeys and have supported Camper Cares in the past. Imagine the laugh we got just now when you talked about Rodney wandering. My name is Rodney and I wrote a book called Spiritual Wanderer. We're still chuckling.
I would suggest adding a handle or strap to the top edge of the tailgate so that when you want to close the tail gate from the inside of the truck. Mount it centered (or slightly off centered) on the tailgate edge, and simple loop should work.
7:54, Camper and Rodney-“Well it’s about time human” 😊
You should get a Topo Topper pop up camper on your truck! You’ll love it
Love watching your adventures with Camper and R.V. ❤
Your guys cuddling up and under cover at night is adorable. Your dogs are fantastic!
Hi Nikki have been following for a while and always enjoy your content. I go on occasional weekend car camping trips in Subaru outback with my dog Milo, also a rescue here in Australia. Have just bought the blanket, I love the design and the fact that it goes to help rescues, will also look great in the car set up.🙌🙏😁
Nikki just want to say another great video and thank you for taking me along and hello from Missouri
You may want to look into a tarp/shelter/tent to connect to the cab/tailgate area. It could really make bad weather camping much better. Covered space to to cook or hang out directly connected to your sleeping area may reduce the misery index in the shoulder seasons. Great concept and execution.
It may have already been suggested but I’ll throw it out there. You may want to consider a Hi-rise truck shell for extra headroom (I use a ProTop). A.R.E. has a mid-rise with a pedestrian door. Bel-Air campers has some nice options.
Consider side and front windows that open up and are screened for cross ventilation, ease of cleaning and accessibility.
When my wife and I camp with the truck or our Land Cruiser, we use an “suv tent”. It affords use extra space and address the bug issue. If it’s nice out, we leave the back of our chosen vehicle open. If it’s cold, we’ll close the back for extra warmth in a smaller space.
Re: the tailgate- close it from outside, climb in over the tailgate and close the hatch behind you.
I use my SUV tent on my truck and topper, works great.
I swear. right as you began talking about it, I was leaving this comment: Perhaps I missed it but I don't think I did. One thing I would recommend for the truck is a zippable screen (like the van) to keep bugs out from the back hatch. Would be nice for cool weather days.
Cowboy Coffee, no filter. Just dump it in the hot water and stir, then wait. Most of the coffee will sink to the bottom, you can spoon off what floats. You can pour it in another cup slowly leaving most of the grounds in the old cup, or just drink it slowly and carefully, dumping the last 1/4" of it out. Caution, it's really strong like that.
I bought two of the camper ponchos, one for me & a coworker who goes camping. I posted in the comment of the purchase. It said a tree is planted for each purchase. So I told them to dedicate one tree to Camper & the other to RV because they are the sweetest boys. ❤
Maybe the next merch can be
Winter hats in the same color of Camper & RV with doggie ears. ❤
Going camping with the camper truck (or a small traller like a Teardrop trailer). From what I saw, I would recommend getting a cover for where you store the stove so that you can put the stove on top of that. (With cutboard up you should have room for the propane can). Another is an extension hose (I got one of those for my tear drop) and you might want to get a table or possibly a tarp (like Slumberjack Roadhouse Tarp) to extend a space where you can sit in the shade.
On the camp stove, the wing flaps have a built in stand up for the wind guard. There are 1/4 inch slots in the stove base and you stick the feet through the slots. You don’t need to wrap the feet around the grill top.
I ordered the blanket! I regretted not getting the shirt when you had that available. I am from BC and I am sure I saw you on a ferry between Saltery Bay and Earls Cove. You were in your new rig so I didn’t realize it was you until it was to late. I even saw Camper. Oh well missed opportunity to say you are absolutely awesome! Looking forward to getting the gorgeous blanket in early Dec.
After watching this i am now considering a van over a shell build out. If a thunder storm hits your cooking is over. Your van blows this away. Thx for helping me make some decisions.
My Nikki fix of the day! Yay!
I’ve ordered 2 of the blankets. Love helping Animals. Can you make a hoodie with RV and Camper . Thank you .
Thank you!!!!
Coffee on the lake with the dogs...perfect morning right there!!
I’m usually at home when I watch your videos, but today I was sitting in my car with my dog, in a beautiful green park right in front of the water… felt like we were hanging out. Don’t know where you are but it’s really beautiful. I may sell my house and travel, so much to see and experience out there in nature. The bros are so cute together now, love each other’s company, adorable. Love the blanket, I’ll check out your shop site.
That looked like an amazing spot to camp so beautiful
You did great! Love your new build out on your truck! I’d have to put on a taller camper shell so I could sit up a little bit better to get dressed. Look forward to seeing your new suspension and new tires. Love your videos. Thanks 😊
a tip to consider is the step that is built into the tailgate. Also on my truck i put the gas strut on it which helped it from slamming down.
Paper towel saved the day! So glad your out and about!
Nikki D‼️ The new build seems to suit you 3 … I cannot see how 6; as in you, Justin and 4 dogs will fit, however😂
My idea for your next Camper Cares creation would be a ball cap or t-shirt that includes Camp & RV❤️
Keep on bein’ you and showing us nature‼️
Just filmed the 6 of us… it’s def worth watching 😂😂😂 coming in a few weeks haha
@@NikkiDelventhal Was I hallucinating, or did you recently post from Alaska?
Thanks, love the blanket and look forward to getting it. Great video, I love the simple camping too, I just wish I could do more physically. To really enjoy more of it.
Thanks Nikki! Ordered myself your epic blanket/poncho! 😘
When I saw you were using the truck I thought it would be with Justin, but makes sense to do a demo run first. Lovely to see Camper going straight into the water. I miss my dog waking me up and also seeing him curled up for the night x
Something else you might want to consider for your truck is to add mesh screens to the side windoes of your camper shell like what you were saying about the back of the truck. This way you can have good air flow when you sleeep at night to prevent condenesation, especially if its hot.
I must say you guys did an amazing job on the truck making it camper friendly and I can’t wait to see it when you get it exactly the way you want it like the bug net and something to help you pull up the tailgate from the inside another thing is I love the way your wonderful dogs are adjusting to the truck, but what it really is as long as your there they’re happy because you can see they love you so much oh I wanted to say that area where you were camping is beyond beautiful and you were luck enough to be there in person to soak up all that beauty another thing I wanted to say is the reason I can appreciate your video is your so smart and I learn from you with you coming up with you coming up with great ideas to make camping that much easier also your videos bring back memories of all the camping I did growing, so thanks for sharing your adventures peace ☮️ out ✌️
Nikki, I so love your videos. After having COVID when it when it first came out , I had to medically retire .My dream was to get a small Van like you live in and a little dog Riding shotgun and travel, until I found out how expensive it was. So I live Vicariously through you, camper and rodney.God bless!
Make more of those blankets!
Youve done the hard work now have them produce more so i can save up to get as gifts for my girls! Hreat job and great work you do supporting sheltes!
I ordered a blanket and cant waiyt to get it, Great Idea and help support the pups
Nikki with the Mav rig. Okay 👌
Hi Nikki; I purchased two blankets. One for myself and one for my daughter. She lives n Colorado and car camps with her dog. I am sure she will love it as I will mine.
I don't know Nikki, I still like that van, its like a house on wheels..I have a truck myself but really love the space in those vans
you could possibly add moters to lift and open that tailgate, just an idea, or a hook with a rope will work good also :)
I use curtians for my truck cap. The rod is a 1/2 inch dowel rod, and i use 1/2 inch cable clamps to hold the rod, and they screw into the window with the factory screws.
Real nice job on the truck! Looks cozy/and practical!
I’d say the van might be a little more convenient, I see just how much work you have to do for setting up your truck, but either way you win
Use your jack to level the truck bed if you forgot the leveling blocks. If you have an onboard compressor let air out of the opposite tire.
That is a beautiful area!! Love that truck 💕Pups are always adorable... Love this channel and I ordered 2 😉🐶
For cooking inside the truck I might recommend an induction stove, it would be safer. Also, for bugs, I watched a video about making a mosquito repellent with just water and a few drops of vanilla extract on a sprayer.
I love the blanket! I ordered one. Can’t wait to get it!
Camper and Rodney are the goodest Boys! ❤😍
This vlog was great! The boys enjoyed it and the area was nice.
Your truck fits the bill for camping.
You really need to look into a rear Truck/SUV Rear Hatch Tent/Tarp for Cover over that great pull out Kitchen Space. It also will provide bug coverage, although just a Mesh Netting held in place by some magnets is cheap and works well. I have a Hatch tent for my 05’ Prius for Camp Grounds and it is so worth the Set Up to extend the living space. Love that you are so versatile in showing all these setups! I found a big difference just between my Subaru Forrester and my new old Prius.
Amazing build out. You could look at a truck cap that has a rear door to make it easier getting in and out.... There are so many options out there to try.
Not sure if you have thought of this or been told this idea before… but as you visit lots of Amazing destinations, you should make and sell a calendar with pictures of the different locations you visit and have Camper and RV in the pics!! Id buy one for me and my girlfriend for sure!!😊
I bought a blanket! ❤ so excited love ya fellow Nikki
I didn't Know you be a designer. I love the blanket idea. Keep on Designing. I still like them shorts.👍👍👍
I just pre ordered my blanket!! I’m so excited!!❤️
Ordered my blanket earlier this week- so excited 🎉❤🐾🐾
That's an awesome camp blanket, Nikki! I hope it sells well for you. While my current financial situation prevents me from participating with this run, I will hopefully be in a better place when you figure out working Rodney into the next one!
The truck build out looks great. I use a suction cup mount towel holder to close the rear glass on my suburban. You’re welcome! lol
Also you might consider adding pneumatic struts to your access panels. Helps out a in tight spaces!
Just sharing quarts worked for me in hopes it might make your experience better.
Keep on keeping on!
I love your new truck it's nice you and your friend did a great job on it 😊
Those pull-out drawers are brilliant, you could probably rescue people with them, if say, a bridge washes out.
I know everybody's got issues, but from what you're showing us. you are a beauty.