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- Опубликовано: 27 мар 2024
- We really enjoyed our stay at Lake Mead National Recreation Area but it was time to move on to Mojave Desert Recreation Area...or was it? Normally getting hooked up and on the road is a simple matter...but today is different and anything but smooth. We have to break out the tools and that includes the GoTreads (Go Treads).
The weather forecast is for snow and high winds. But we're in the desert! That makes NO SENSE at all to us. And we're in California. Crazy weather for sure. Especially for the coming White Out in the valley.
We also may need Matt's Off Road Recovery MORR for this one. It gets ugly fast and David is not a happy camper.
From the East, we came out West to enjoy a nice warm winter season and to experience some first time activities for us. Although the winter weather has been up and down with temps in the 70's to down in the 40's we have enjoyed every minute of it. Our trip is over halfway finished for our westward trek but we have seen and enjoyed some epic adventures.
We are not Snow Birds but we do like nice warm weather and heading west is the best.
We will raise our solar panels and brush them off to power our stay and experience these epic treasures that Mother Nature provides for our enjoyment.
Come join our Facebook Group, Big Truck Big Travels to get more details on our travels such as Alaska itinerary, annual costs and such.
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We like to "Switch it Up" between resorts and campgrounds and boondocking is always an option.
We draw inspiration from Keep Your Daydream KYD, Less Junk More Journey, Finding Our Someday and Changing Lanes. We normally travel in an HDT similar to RUclips channels Suite Travels, Switch it Up and Watts on Wheels. I also get some ideas from the editing style of Happily Ever Hanks (Happilyeverhanks) #thankshanks and believe it or not, I actually learned something from MRBeast Mr Beast video's as well.
Our journey is the destination. We want to share in our experiences in our discovery of What's Next.
I get my music from:
Epidemicsound.com
Tracks:
State of Play by Christopher Moe Ditlevsen
Tough Act to Follow by Eden Maze
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We use the TSD card for diesel fuel and save a bundle each time we fill up our Big Rig. We also use it to fill up our Onan generator.
The big blue boards (XL version) we use sometimes to get us "un-stuck" is from:
Gotreads.com
Our Class C is built by Thor Motorcoach on a Ford F550 chassis. It's a production build Magnitude model XG32. We tow our red Jeep Wrangler Sahara behind it. We've made some modifications to it so that we can boondock comfortably. Lithium batteries, Victron 3000w multi-plus inverter, dual alternators charge while traveling and mods to the water system greatly enhance it's boondocking capabilities.
Our extreme completely custom 5th wheel is built on a semi-trailer chassis with air suspension and air brakes. Completely loaded it weighs 42,000 lbs rolling down the highway. And we do roll down the highway nearly every week. You see, we believe that if your home has wheels they should be used.
Vehicles:
2016 Volvo VNL780 "Voyager"
2016 Smart fortwo "Pathfinder"
2019 SpaceCraft Custom built semi-trailer 5th wheel "Orion"
2023 Thor Magnitude XG32 Class C "Curiosity"
2017 Jeep Wrangler Sahara "Artemis"
Power system:
3250 watts of solar with Panasonic panels
30.1 KWH of Lithium batteries
2- 4K watt Magnum Inverters deliver power as if we are on shore power
2- 4K watt 240v Cotek Inverters deliver additional power for our LG Mini split HVAC and stove
Coachnet is our roadside assistance company we use but hopefully we don't use them too often. LOL
We are not sponsored by Whataburger but I do enjoy them anytime I can get my hands on one. They used to be just out of Texas but they have expanded.
BIg Truck Big Travels video's are based on our personal experience and not meant nor portrayed as experts in anything we do or say. It's our life on the road and our opinions are not meant to be construed as advice. Enjoy life on the road.
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Sondra is a very BRAVE Woman..... after getting the truck unstuck I think I would have given David A LOT of space for a while... JMO
Lol. It helps that David and I are best friends and have been married for 35 years. 🥰 we know each others limits and how much space to give each other. 😊 Thanks for the comment and watching the Channel 😊
It's all good. Appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching.
Just constantly amazes me how talented David is, in so many different areas! What is wonderful is seeing him suss something out, see how it was originally done and then replaces the part! Bravo! I can’t imagine the headaches you would go through if he wasn’t so extremely talented!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
PLEASE LOOK OUT FOR RATTLE SNAKES, 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I wish I could see what you see out there. But no trees, no water, just desolate. But if you love it, soak up!
thank you so much. Really appreciate it. Even a smooth road can have a pothole. No snakes this time!
When you start the Volvo you should turn the key on and then wait until the engine light goes off before you turn the key to the start position. This lets the engine get ready to start.
Thanks, Doug. We'll do that from now on.
Lol!!!
Correct, same as on our Class A diesel, which gives me a particular dash light to let me know when to turn the key to 'start'! :).
I KNOW THIS HAS BEEN SAID. . NEEDED TO LOCK THE REAR AXLES TOGETHER
Pull the power divider button if the new axel has it?
🤣😎Only about a 100 times...but we locked them but the front axle did not behave as expected. A call will be placed to the company.
It's supposed to have it but it sure didn't look like it! We'll check on that. Thanks
I was worried we were going to see a Travis Kelce super bowl meltdown for a moment but cooler heads prevailed. I love seeing people helping people when most needed. Great video
😆 🤣 great to have good neighbors who are willing to help. Very grateful. 😃
This is brilliant. You spend 6 months in Alaska and it doesn't snow, but you go to the Mojave desert and run into a blizzard 😂😂. Can't wait until next week.
I know, right?!? Crazy! You just can't make this stuff up! Thank you for watching the channel. We're excited to be able to share our experiences.
I’m 21 about to be 22, and this is absolutely incredible. My grandparents recently picked up a tow behind 26fter but haven’t gone anywhere yet. I sent them your videos and they love them. It’s cool to see what necessities y’all have and use daily and what problems you encounter. I’m sure others have videos like this but this feels like family interaction it’s amazing. Nothing to hide only stuff to learn!!
I hope they use a heavy 4X4 to tow, Just in case
That is awesome! We really appreciate your comments and glad you're along on the journey with your grandparents.
It didn't look like you're power divider was in when you were stuck. Just the rear axle was spinning. It still may not have helped in the sand. Luckily you found a friendly camper to help. I love your channel, you both are very entertaining.
the other thing to do is drop air to drives
Yes, I was looking for someone else to notice the power divider wasn't working. I assume when adding the extra driven axel it came with the diff lock?
@@aussiefarmer6012I was thinking the same thing.
With a power divider - the power would go to the opposite side, front axle (that's the reason for the 'X' symbol on the switch). Only with full lock up (rare on highway tractors - usually on off road such as dump trucks or log haulers) would you see power to both axles on the same side.
@@rpc6414 thanks, i am only used to having power dividers on dump trucks. I assumed they all worked the same as that. Pretty pointless having it if they don't work like a full diff lock then. I couldn't believe David got stuck if the truck had a proper diff lock. It should have easily driven away once engaged in that situation.
Thanks for keeping it real!! We Love y’all!
🤣😂oh...it was pretty real alright! We really appreciate your time watching the channel and are excited to have you along on the journey.
Dave you are aloud to blow your top now & again. You usually are very patient & are very clever guy. Sondra you are lucky to have him as a husband. Looking forward to the Mojave Desert, can't wait. Have a great Easter. Cheers
Thank you for your kind words and support of the Channel! Yes, I am very grateful to share this wonderful life with my the love of my life and best friend. Some people think David's "tantrum" was off-putting, but as you know, he's a happy-go-lucky person and rarely gets mad about anything. I knew he just needed to vent and I was there for him. I never felt like it was directed at me - obviously since I was having fun with it. 😊
We really appreciate your time watching the channel and are excited to have you along on the journey. Very grateful for your kind comments. Thanks for being a part of the story.
Big wheels keep on turning, Sondra and David keep on rolling! Thanks for sharing.
You're welcome. Eventually, the big wheels are rolling! Thank you for watching the channel.
The neighbors look out and see you guys coming and say "Honey there goes the neighborhood". LOL!! They just thought that they were out in the wilderness!!!!! Great video as always. Thanks.
😆 🤣 😂 we don't exactly slip in undetected either. People move because they think we'll be running our generator all day... until they see me raise the solar panels!
Loved the shot of the snow billowing in. Thanks for the desert info. Putting Mojave on our to do list. 😎
Thanks. That was so cool to see that move in to the valley. Mojave is worth a visit.
David was not a happy camper. As soon as I seen Sondra get the truck stuck I knew she was instantly FIRED!😅😅
No matter how hard I try, David won't really fire me! Thanks for the comment and watching the Channel! 😊
😆 🤣 she knew it... all in good fun.
@@bigtruckbigtravels lol. Man when I heard your tone I was yep she’s fired.😀😀😀😀
I was the neighbor in the pickup camper as you came in. We were there to do some night photography but the clouds, rain, snow and wind kinda killed that plan! I never expected to be in snow in the Mojave desert!
Wow! What a small world! The weather was definitely not good for evening photography! Sorry about that. Appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching.
I had to chuckle at David's expense with the stuck situation. Glad to see I'm not the only one that temper arises from getting in that situation. Mine was in Rodanthe (NC OBX) moving on the sound side to a spot from the first one assigned to me for the reason of too much soft sand! So I was able to move to another one that looked...looked like a pull through (not just a back in) and my Class A had to find the only soft spot on that lot my feet did not when I walked it! Thankfully I got it out with the help of some wood planks found nearby (hint-I wasn't the only one who must have fell victim there). I did manage to get another lot and spent the next 30 days there. Funny how something like that can spike the blood pressure! Glad all was well with some friendly help. And yes, the desert can be a strange place with it's weather. You'll survive!
Hey KB, thanks for the comment. I was obviously chuckling too and making fun of the situation saying I'm fired. David quickly calmed down and we both had a good laugh over it. Thanks for all your support on the Channel, we really appreciate it! 😊
Thanks. We will make it to another day... if we can't move then we were meant to be there.
One can get a bit heated when you're flat out STUCK, I've been there! Handy man extraordinaire David once again displaying his skills. Very interesting scenery to amaze us AND a snowstorm in the Mojave Desert. What more could one want in an episode? As usual I'm looking forward to next week's offering.
Yes, isn't he wonderful! Thank you so much for your support of the Channel!
Thank you so very much. The scenery out there was spectacular. Glad you enjoyed it.
😮What a beauty the Mojave Desert is.
Very beautiful and totally unexpected. Thanks
Those cows just dont care, They live there. They rule the place. You are just a guest.
Yes, you are just a guest in a wild (or domesticated) cow's world!! 😂
Amen to that! Lucky they didn't come over to our site...and use it! LOL
If it can snow in Phoenix, AZ, it can snow in the Mojave desert. Not what one would expect, however. You guys are brave. Thanks for taking us along!
Thanks for watching, Phyllis! Still crazy to think about snow in PHX! What's next?!? Snow in San Diego?
@@bigtruckbigtravels Funny you said that because I just watched a vid from CBS 8 San Diego archives regarding snow in San Diego!! I found a news article you may enjoy:
From the Evening Tribune, Wednesday, Dec. 13, 1967:
A nasty storm slashed into San Diego County today with plunging temperatures, snow, sleet and freezing winds.
Bizarre snowstorms were reported throughout the county. Light snow fell near the Mexican border and in downtown San Diego, and heavy snowstorms struck widespread areas.
On top of Palomar Mountain the snow measured 2 feet deep by noon, “and that’s in the level areas,” said Mrs. Tom Miller, wife of the Palomar State Park ranger.
“It’s stopped snowing now, but it’s still overcast and the wind cuts right through you,” she said. The park temperature at noon was 18 degrees.
The sky cleared over many areas of San Diego by late morning, but blustery winds whipped through the air with a knife-light sting.
The scene was repeated throughout Southern California, although a dry, windy Santa Ana condition had been forecast by weathermen. The storm, carrying extremely cold air, swept down from Canada and had been expected to pass through Nevada and move out to sea over Baja California.
“We knew the storm was there, but we didn’t expect it to hit us like this,” said weatherman Kurt Muerdter.
All schools, both elementary and secondary, were closed today because of the snow in the Fallbrook Union, Julian Union and Mountain Empire Unified districts. Borrego Springs and Alpine schools stayed open.
Officials said they would let the weather decide whether the schools would open tomorrow.
Heavy snow was reported in such unusual areas as the community of Rainbow just south of Temecula on U.S. 395. The storm dumped 6 inches of snow there and reduced traffic to a crawl.
There were so many minor accidents that law enforcement officials were forced to tell people to move on and file reports later.
Chains were required in most mountain highways.
Three inches of snow fell on the desert community of Borrego Springs. “It’s the first time I’ve seen that,” said longtime resident Duke Pendley.
For the second time in history, snow was observed at the weather bureau’s office at Lindbergh field. Snow fell there once before - on Jan. 11, 1949.
“It’s most unusual,” said Muerdter.
Thunderheads to the north forced Lindbergh Field to reroute its traffic. Most departing aircraft took off over the city rather than over Loma Portal, their normal flight pattern.
When you were going slow into the campground area 'if' you got some scratches we call that 'desert pin striping' 😁
🤣😊😎 Oh...I got some nice desert striping...a souvenir?
@@bigtruckbigtravelsYes - at no extra charge 😁
Be careful of soft sand at Hole in the Wall.
Be very careful...
It don't look like you engaged the differental lock. Should be air toggle switch for diff. Lock.
That makes both axles drive. With out it only the rear axle drives. NEVER drive down highway with diff.lock engaged.
We engaged the locker but the Traction Control may not have been turned off. The front axles behaved improperly based on the design. May have to make a call.
I've always admired how David is always so chilled and calm. It was a refreshing change to see him a little rattled when you got stuck, he is actually human 😅. Love your content keep it up and keep them wheels rolling (sorry no pun) travel safe!
Thank you. It was very frustrating since we spent a lot of money to add the tandem drive axles... and we still got stuck! Nice neighbor saved the day. We'll get the drives worked out. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃
David, thanks for not “firing” Sondra! Snow?!?!! At least it never rains in California!😊
🤣I think I re-hired her....but she's on "performance review"! 🤔😎🤣
(To the tune of Jingle Bells)
Jauntin'' through the cold,
in the sands of Mojave,
Stickers and t-shirts,
Hole rocks on Ring Trail.
David can't get out,
Sondra calmed him down,
For yet another travel day
weird happenings abound.
(Chorus)
Oh! Don't do this! Heed the signs. Stay in warm Lake Mead.
You wouldn't need them gauntlet drapes
in Moj where it snows in feet, Ay! (repeat)
Safe travels and see y'all next Thursday, God's willing.👍🏾🙏🏾
Lol... love it. Thanks 😄
Be sure to keep some nitroglycerin tablets handy!!!
😁😂👍It may need to be an "essential" pack item!
I thought that by adding the drive to the back axle you wouldn’t get stuck again🇨🇦
MY thoughts EXACTLY.. Why wasn't the front axle spinning ? Did David forget to lock in the tandems ? ( back to watching the video )
that's what we thought! We locked them but the front axle did not behave appropriately...a call to the mod company is next.
Hi guys ya i understand you to carry your own hardware store take care happy camping
🤔😁👍Yes...unfortunately it's part of the lifestyle but it does keep it interesting. thanks
Need a locking power divider
got it...but I'm not sure they were installed properly. Checking on it. Thanks
Great video, great music! I would not have expected snow in the Mojave desert! Definitely would come back to this awesome landscape. Safe travels, don‘t get stuck again, thank god to your shovel 😅.
Thank you. We'll definitely try to NOT get stuck again. Little shovel with big results!
Always look forward to your videos on thursday. Always very well done. Was jammin' to that outro music !
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for being there.
One weird day. Stay calm and breathe David.😊
Put your big girl panties on David , shit happens deal with it without sounding like a spoiled little kid !!!
Breathing deeply....thinking wonderful thoughts...maybe a boat?!? LOL. Thanks
It’s a good thing Dave is so handy. My husband is an RV Service Mgr. He says RV stands for “Ruined Vacation”
That is funny! And sadly... very true! We try to be the exception on that one!
Also congrats on 40 thousand.
Thank you very much. Very humbling to see where the channel is going with all the great people.
That went too fast! I loved seeing that snow in the desert. Weird stuff happening. Loved seeing that you all have issues just like anyone else and you just are so prepared that you handle them with ease …mat least one camera. That’s for the entertainment. Happy Easter and safe travels.
Thanks, Christy. We have issues but we try to prevent them by learning from our mistakes. When you RV, stuff always happens! Glad you enjoyed it.
On your door curtain, have you thought of magnets?
great idea. Haven't thought of them...actually she just made it up that day. We'll look into it. Thanks
Put Bubble wrap over your door, that help with drafts. all over door)
Oh, that's a good idea. Thanks.
My favorite RV channel because it captures the highs and lows of full-time RV travel and vividly portrays the unique situations the people experience.
Thanks, Keenan. Hope you're doing well across the pond. Appreciate your comments and all your support.
I was raised in Palmdale, Calif not far from Mojave desert. The only thing we had to live is the Mojave Green Rattle Snake, that’s what you needed to watch for those big guys
Oh man! Glad we didn't see one! Thanks 😄
Did you lock I'm your power divider? Did they add power divider switch when they added the other drive axle?
We locked it...but I don't know if they installed it on the added axle...it sure didn't behave like it! Going to call them. Thanks
Maybe next time try dumping the air in the air bags any time your off road & unhooked till you get to hard pavement, reason being is with air in the bags when you are empty the bag like in flat, so to check this leave the air in the bags then put the truck in gear then give it some throttle then watch the truck rear go up at this point no weight on the axels, so emptying the air bags it acts like a solid axel
We dumped the airbags after we got stuck so maybe not soon enough. Probably need to look at a slightly more aggressive tread design for the tires as well. Thanks
@@bigtruckbigtravels only if you are going be off road a lot, most lug tires don't fare very well on pavement, also try not to turn the steering wheel when in static mode always move the vehicle a little before trying to turn the wheel, cuz to much pressure on the steering parts + you can break the frame that's why they moved the steering box out on the end if the frame it used to be just in front of your feet but drivers were turning the steering wheel statically then the frame would break right there, so you can see the problem with that + $$$%
@@ferraritoybox thank you. Yes, static turning in sand is very bad. We'll make the adjustment.
❤you're lifestyle ! It has always been a dream /fantasy of ours to something similar .
I must give major kudos to the photography.Absolutely fantastic!
A ❤ for us are wolves (❤ your pics! ) In fact it's what prompted me to comment! ❤ of horses of course ❤ the landscape and sleepy towns.
As a child and teenager I made several crosscountry travels with my lovely parents and brother who 90 percent of the time we got along with each other famously and had lots of laughs especially at some of the outrageous names of places!
Thank you for taking the time to read my little note. I hope you're able to keep on trucking for a long, long time.
Thank you for watching the channel. We're excited to be able to share our experiences with everyone. It's great when our video's elicit memories others have of their experiences. It makes this journey more special. Glad you enjoyed it and yes, we're just getting started.
Just sad that you just had the full lock diff installed and gets stuck in desert! Not in a snow bank or mud no soft ground!! Stay safe and thanks for the great video!! And made us finally see David as an human who can lost it too!!🤪👍🥰
Hey Marco! Thank you for your kind words and understanding. We really appreciate all your wonderful support of the Channel. Yes, David getting mad is a rare event indeed!
😆 thanks, Marco. Fairly disappointed in the axle performance and a call will be made next week for sure.
Because when in full lock if working with caution to not burn the diff!👍
#BigTruckBigTravels channel is now my most favorite RV channel! Why?? The video content, the still photos, of course. Now, Sondra found the most perfect tee shirt for her….camera. 😊. And, David’s quote from Die Hard! 😂😂 Entertaining for sure. ❤❤
Thanks, Yvette. That t-shirt was perfect for Sondra so she "had" to get it. Glad she did. We really appreciate your time watching the channel and are excited to have you along on the journey. Thanks for being a part of the story.
What's wrong with your axle inner lock don't tell me you don't have one
Considering they just put in a second powered axle, they may not have one… or maybe don’t know how to use it. They need a power divider and axle locks if they’re gonna be boondocking if you asked me lol
@@georgejulien3286 you mean they ordered it with a tag instead of a live axle that's kind of stupid I deleted my front axle but the rear was a locker it did have an inter lock from factory but I didn't want to run twin screw
@@randallgeorge8945 I’m pretty sure it started as a single, then they added a tag and then they swapped out the tag for a powered axle.
We have one but the added axle did not act like it. We engaged the interlock but I need to call the company who modified the truck because the added axle did not behave as locked. Grrrr....
@@bigtruckbigtravels Oh ok I dropped my front but the rear is a locker so it does ok off road and my Momentum isn't as heavy as your Space Craft
THANKS! Seeing the weather moving over the 🏜 is a BIG WOW!! Have a Happy Easter Weekend!😊❤❤
Thanks and Happy Easter to you! That was pretty cool and crazy seeing it come in like that!
Take the GPS out of the window, turn off the power and let it sit for 2 hours with the back panel open. It may have just over heated. Then turn it on using the internal battery only, if it comes to life give it a 1/2 hours to run on the battery. Then connect the external power source. If the unit keeps going to a black screen. Connect to the computer to do a internal scan and a update check, and let it go through the check system. Hope this works for you. John
Thanks, John. We've tried that the past two days with great success. It's our new procedure.
I have an International 4700 mid duty tow truck to tow my travel trailer. Our combined weight is 26,500 #. Last spring at Lake Havasu and was not careful and rear tires bogged down. Like you, after a couple hours of shoveling another camper stopped and helped pull me out. We had to separate the truck from the trailer to get them out separately. Heavy rigs have a lot of advantages but do not get them stuck. I have since purchased an off road travel trailer and looking for a good person to buy my old rigs.
So true. Being heavy has it's advantages (wind stability) but not in the sand! Thanks
@5:24 - every man knows this look/ feeling.
You planned for a breakdown, you ordered the parts ahead of time, and most importantly - yoh FOUND the parts when you needed them!
Even a blind hog finds an acorn every once in awhile! 😆 🤣 Rather be lucky than good. But thank you for the kind comments.
You installed a 6x4 tandem rear drive, yet only the rear wheels were spinning, did you not engage the differential-lock? 4:12
MY thoughts EXACTLY
Yep! Saw it on the video playback and a call will be made to the company who did the mods. The front axle did not behave as expected nor designed.
@@bigtruckbigtravels I drove a Volvo FH-truck (euro equivalant), sometimes the differential lock takes a few revolutions to engage, abit of on & off-button.. you see a indicator light on the dash once its engaged!
Just stumbled upon y’all… you had me at Im pulling with a Volvo !! 🙌🏻 stunning setup, you got me with your energy, fixing on the fly, and honest portrait of RV life.
Welcome aboard! Thank you very much for finding us! Hope you enjoy the channel.
best place for 'children' to grow!...Where you been!"...Out in the desert!
Thanks
I'm 64 and I bought a class C in 2019 but only done one long haul out to Colorado We live in the Desert and wouldn't travel to a desert area, I would probably head north this coming summer.
We really appreciate your time watching the channel and are excited to have you along on the journey. Thanks for being a part of the story. Your plan sounds great. Get to that cool weather!
Our lock on our Tiffin did the same thing, we duck taped the door closed, until we got parts.
I was surprised the first time it happened... now I'm prepared. They should make them better. We thought about duct tape but I just decided to fix it there. Thanks
LOL Hope you survive the frozen tundra. Luckily those "yucca" days don't last long. Thanks for posting.
Appreciate your comments and those days last about as long as snow on a hot tin roof.
Thanks for the share, that's real RV life ,I'm lovin it!
It sure is! The good, the bad and the ugly! But also the beautiful... all in one day! 😆 🤣
I lived in part of the Mojave Desert as a child for 2 years in the late 50s. We had snow back then.
That's amazing! It's a beautiful area.
I would have my drivers seat arm rest down and not be any part of this video..
Yall are good people ~~
🤣😁😊Thank you...we probably should have gone back inside the trailer and enjoyed the rest of the day!
Absolutely amazing, I would not have thought it possible to snow in a desert. Fantastic vid guys, really enjoyed it.
Thank you, Brendan. Hope the family is doing well. We were amazed at the snow in Mojave Desert! Unbelievable. We enjoyed the experience.
Another great ride with you both. Stay safe in the M. Desert.
Thanks, will do! Appreciate the comments, Angela. Thanks for watching.
Congrats on 40K subs!!
Wow! Thanks. Can't believe we're up to 40K. What a wild ride. Buckle up...more to come.
Off to a shaky start but worked through it all with a smile in your hearts. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Watching from NW GA. 😊
Thank you so much! Heading your way... eventually! Every once in awhile you hit a pothole on a smooth road. Irritated at the company who did our axel work. Thanks for the comment.
What a beautiful place Mojave Desert is.Thanks for taking us on your adventure.Hi from 🇨🇦
Glad you enjoyed it, it's a unique area.
Great video - glad you were able to get unstuck. David’s skills are truly amazing. Congrats on 40k subscribers - very well deserved! Happy Easter!
Awesome! Thank you! We really appreciate your time watching the channel and your support.
Great Video!! ❤
Thank you very much.
Great video. We loved the weather coming in. Sorry you all got stuck. Glad you got 'er out! Hole in the wall looks like a great campground. Enjoyed the walk video, rain snow and cold in the Mojave - very nice.
Thanks, Kim. It was very different than we expected. We really enjoyed it and will return.
Love the show would love to see some of your scrap books. Safe travels God bless Nancy
Thanks, Nancy. Our FB group, Big Truck Big Travels, has more of that type of info. Also, a journal/scrapbook chat.
Glad you got out ok. Good thing you had that extra part for the compartment door. I do the same thing, if something breaks like that, I will end up buying an extra one just in case.
Thanks, Russ. It was fortunate that it broke earlier and I had the part and the know how to repair it. Hope your travels are going well too. Great meeting up the other day.
It’s good that you show the good, bad, and ugly. Makes it real. Sounds like my husband and I. Thanks for keeping it real!
We just show our life on the road. Usually pretty smooth but as with any road, an occasional pothole. Excited to have you along on the journey. Appreciate your comments.
Making Lemonade from lemons. You two are such beautiful souls. I cannot help but glow when I watch. Gratitude
Wow, thank you! Not sure I deserve that one but thank you for watching. We're excited to have you along on the journey. 😊
Good video 😊 you guys are the best channels safe travels
Thanks so much!
Love your videos 😊 I don't know if you have them in America, but here in Australia, we have maxtracs that are awesome when you have troubles with soft ground, mud, snow and sand etc. Congrats on 40k
Thank you very much. We're going to get better traction tires this summer. I'll check on Maxtracs over here. Can't believe we've hit 40K. Wow!
Hello guys, what a day you guys had, I’m glad you had extra parts for that door,be safe out there guys. May god bless you guys. Love watching your videos.💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Thank you very much. Very fortunate we had the spares on hand. Appreciate your comments.
I hope you can check out Mitchell Caverns while in Mohave Desert.
Thanks, Sue. That will be next time on the list...in warmer weather.
Enjoyed the scenery.
Thanks it was lovely for sure.
Happy Easter 🐰🐣 to you both. ❤ the videos as always, and so look forward to the next video adventure. Much ❤ from Melbourne Australia 🦘
Thanks so much! 😊 Hope your weekend is great. Glad to have you along on the journey.
I always look at being delayed as a God thing, a wreck or tragedy He's keeping me out of. Although, I know better than to try to talk to or ask a question of my husband when he's near breaking point! 😊 I loved seeing the snow bustle in! Always enjoy your videos & photography! God bless, safe travels! Happy Easter. ✝️
Hey Sally, totally agree ✝️ We are always grateful for these times when we are held back.
David and I have been married for 35 years and e rarely gets mad and is annoyingly mild mannered about everything. We are best friends and I know how much space he needs and when. Plus I need to not let him see me laugh when he gets mad. 🤭
Thanks for the comment and watching the Channel. 😊
Very true, Sally. Thanks for the comment.
Hello. You could use the “differential lock switch” in order to use the traction of the two rear axles.
Thank you. We thought we had it engaged but the traction control was still on so it did not allow any wheel spin without correcting.
Looks like a very unique landscape beautiful …
It was gorgeous out there.
Thanks for keeping it real! Too many channels only show roses and not the thorns......I think you do a service showing that the lifestyle does have its trials and tribulations. I can understand the frustration with the situation and wasn't directed towards anybody.
Thanks. It all worked out in the end... just wished it would have gone smoother and we could have arrived earlier. Appreciate your comments.
You guys have a great sense of humour 😂 Great place in the Mojave desert ! Cool 😎
Thanks! 😃 We'll see what happens next week. Love the area.
I grew up in Douglas, AZ, 4,000 foot elevation in the Sulphur Springs Valley, and it was not uncommon for us to get about an inch of snow in the winter. We had to hurry outside to try and build a snowman before the snow melted. It was usually gone by the next day unless we were successful in building our snowman. Then he would last awhile longer. I can't tell you how many times I wished for a white Christmas. Of course, that never happened until I moved to KY.😊
I just wanted to remind you to check out the Chiricahua Mountains, especially Chiricahua National Monument. The rock formations are pretty spectacular.
I just thought maybe I should tell you how Chiricahua is pronounced: Cheer-i-(as in rip)-cow-uh.😊
Thanks, Linda. That's a tough one. Appreciate the help.
Outside of Flagstaff...snow in Arizona just sounds weird. Appreciate sharing and that must have been fun to see how long it lasted!
Was it a soft spot and it sank or a rut? I’m glad you had a friendly neighbor that helped you out. That’s nice! Yes, if you own a RV…it’s always something. Carrying tools and extra parts is a must as well as being handy. I hope the rest of your trip is uneventful. Take care!
Well.... it was a soft spot covered in gravel. When I felt Voyager slip, I stopped and tried to back up, and while failing to do so, I turned the wheel which dug Voyager down even deeper. 🫣 I now know not to turn the wheel while in a soft spot and not moving 🥴😇
Thanks for the comment and watching the Channel 🙂
It was a little bit of bad luck as well...all the areas around this one were fairly firm so it was just a series of unfortunate events.
Great video....
Glad you enjoyed it.thanks for watching
I really enjoy your videos. I like to be in the SoCal deserts in any kind of weather. When it's windy and cold just I just stay in the motorhome and enjoy the views out the windows.
Thanks, Steve. Love the desert vibe. That's what we do when the weather turns.
Wow, we were so lucky when leaving when we did a couple weeks ago, going from southern Arizona to western Canada, we didn't hit any snow, and really not that much rain! Timing is everything it seems, so we just lucked out. Safe travels all!!
Oh boy! You were super fortunate on your travel timing. Good MOJO!
Have a blessed Easter ✝️💟
That's so sweet. I hope yours is as well and you are surrounded by loved ones on this day. See you next week.
An uncharacteristic grumpy David....it took over 15 minutes before he was telling yuk yuk jokes.😉
I guess some would be appreciative of the "15 minutes"! LOL Thanks
Thanks for sharing 😊😊😊
Thanks for watching. Appreciate your comments.
Love your channel always fun
Thank you, Lesley. Really appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃
don't worry that usually happens
Not fun but we learn from it. Life goes on. thanks
I worked side by side with my hubby doing siding and windows for 30 years. Wish I had a dollar for every time that he “fired” me and told me to go sit in the truck 🤣 It was usually met with me flipping him the bird and me pounding nails harder🤣🤣 Watching all that transpired with you guys in this episode was so entertaining. And I thought we were the only ones that weird things happen to! Good to see you guys taking it all in stride and carrying on!👍🏼💪🏼 Also, we lived in the high desert area of Burns, Oregon and we used to get lots of snow. The desert is so very beautiful with snow gracing the rocks and sagebrush! Thanks again for taking us all along! Safe travels! (Once you dig out of the snow🤣)❤️~Wendy
😆 🤣 Thanks for the comment. The desert is beautiful with all the snow... just not with us in it! 😆 Nice area.
Another make my day video😀😀😀😀😀😀
😆 🤣 oh yeah!
Amigos, the next time you have the problem of falling into a hole, try to get out in reverse since your RV. It will have more torque, make the excavation longer towards the teaser part
Thank you
We tried but I'm not sure the Locker works on both axles.
stillness of the desert in the morning!
Beautiful
I spent a few years in Mojave dessert at China Lake/Ridgecrest. It would snow at least once a winter and it was below freezing. Mojave is a “high dessert” so yes it snows. lol.
Oh, it did snow! No doubt. Thanks
What a different day you have had‼️ It is sure good you are handy at fixing things on your big rig David ‼️Talk about bleak land- sure different land than you are used to driving through‼️
That was quite a canyon you hiked through‼️ Did they warn you about snakes?And then to even get snow‼️ Your footage of the snow clouds moving through was great👍
Thanks, Linda. It was a unique day for sure. I never thought I'd see snow in the desert! Too cold for snakes... but they are out there!
Gee, being with you both, is like being there in person. What a wonderful way to travel.....living in bed, watching you two walking, climbing, shivering and then relaxing , once back at your travelling home... I will never have the opportunity to do any of this personally, being in South Africa with our Mickey Mouse Money... To conclude.... I love your videos...
Thank you, Neill. We've talked about visiting South Africa sometime. Sondra loves wildlife. Glad you enjoyed it and excited to have you along on the journey. 😊
Love your channel do you own Curiosity as well. I was 13 yrs full time in NZ safe travels
Yes we do. Park it at our daughter's so she can use it as well with her family. Thanks