I completely agree with you on securing your camper! The more deterrents the better! On my own trailer I'm building I made the chains so I can easily remove them while I'm parked. I'm also going to fabricate a tongue lock and thinking about installing a hidden GPS tracker so that if all my other deterrents fail I might be able to recover my trailer. Honestly my biggest hope is they look and figure it's not worth the hassle and move on. Love all the upgrades you've added!
This is a great series of videos and a great host. Thank you. Seriously, you are a great host and have great charisma these videos are well done and the talent stands out. Good job.
Just saw your video on security, I,ve also got a similar wheel lock + it does the job. For the dissel ( towing hook) I had an old cast iron (slot) I think in english it means lock?? off my last caravan. I took it to a smith + got him to make me a conversion. If you can imagine a metal box that you slide on over the hook with a piece cut out so that it goes past the piece that sticks up, I asked him to make a bar that slid into metal "holding "slots + I secured it with a granite lock via the hole at the end. I,ve had that on 2 trailer tents + now 2 caravans + never had a problem. On my last caravan I wanted security for the windows + found a German who made guaranteed theft + thief proof security. A camper owner had it fitted + drove down to Spain + parked his camper in a side street for the day, when he came back he found signs of attempted break in but the thieves never got past the security + I thought you can,t get any better advertisement than that + had mine done. Can,t remember the name but it,s somewhere on you tube. Roy.
Hey man great video! We feel the same way about the security of our camper! We put all our blood, sweat and tears into this build, so when it came to finding the right security devise we were very discerning! We searched high and low for the best lock we could find with no avail. So at the end of the day we knew it was up to us to keep honest people honest and we made our own lol!
watching from Australia, wow i am extremely impressed with your videos and camper, i hope to make mine soon so ill be sure to watch all your videos when i have the time! thank you
Simple comment here. I love your accent, personality, and you seem to follow a motto of mine (😁 even just via your videos)... "The best way to get ahead is help someone else move forward." 👍😊
Some years back I came back to camp to find my foldout camp trailer packed away and drag marks from a attempt to tow it away I had made a steel rod that fitted through the wheel rims on both sides preventing wheel thefts and the wheels turning more than a half turn these days with a quality of battery powered grinders its getting more difficult to stop a determined thief but make it hard enough they go elsewhere regards mike
I am so enjoying myselg catching up on the marvelous work you have and are doing. Love the upgrades to your camp EZ and please, keep securing your camper. I so love the south and country living. Born and Raised in Alabama and truly miss living in tbe country. Loved the tour of the Mennonite farms and store. Nothing like spring water. I buy it bottled, purified doesn't vet it. I wonder if a Berkey Water Filtration is tasteless as well. Prefer as natural as I can get. Thank you and your wife for sharing.
Great video. The old fashion candy y’all found reminds me of Christmas at my grandmother’s house. She always had some in a small dish on her coffee table.
Great videos, thanks . I too am a r/c airplane guy. Converting my 5'x8' cargo to a camper to go to rc meets. I'm in Chattanooga TN. Thanks for the videos. Don Pardue
Another great video! We always look forward to them. The mennonite stores are wonderful. We stopped at one while we were in the Finger Lakes Region named, Sauders. They had the same bagged food items... from organic dried beans to mini-chocolate chips! We could have spent hours there! Clean delicious water is hard to come by... Glad you have a place to fill up. We sometimes get water at a local water company... they have a well and the water tastes so pure (at least I hope it is =) They charge 25 cents a gallon... We also use our iPad to watch a movie on a rainy night. The fireplace video is a great idea! I need the screen to be close because of my vision (both distance and reading) We never use the TV that came with our camper and Chris actually removed the fuse so the slow bleed on the battery would stop. I love the door handle idea. We need to do the same! Thanks for all the great info and for taking us around Tennessee... What a beautiful state you and Joann live in... Many blessings ~ Maria.
Hey there! It’s good to hear from you. Jo Ann has been teasing me about the fake fireplace, but I look forward to using it. I’ll bet she loves it! That water gushes out of the ground, even during a drought. It’s so good too! We love those bulk goods stores. They always have terrific yummies! Be well!
I agree on the theft protection. Anything, that is an impediment to theft helps. As long as you are not the easiest target, you will be less likely to be the target. Defense in depth!
I love going into those old time stores. I enjoy the leather shop area too, and I wish I could find a candle that smelled like that. It's like being in a tack room in the barn. I can't beleive you shared a pastry? I afaid I would haxe to buy a couple for the road trip!!! Your trailer is getting fined tuned beautifully. The small things that making it feel like home!!! Good video, w.w.
I wish I could make the smell come through the TV! It smelled sooo good in there. I really had to restrain myself on the pastry. They had a slice of carrot cake that was calling my name too!
We share the same motto about security…make it harder than the reward and the theif will most likely roll on to the next one. Loving the weather monitor, may have to check one of those out for our tear. Also, the area that we live in actually gets our city water from an artesian well. Our city water system has been ranked as one of the most pure and cheapest public utility in the State of Alabama for many years. We have several artesian wells scattered througout our little town that have played a big part of the history of our little town. Enjoyed the video and thanks for the information! We’realways looking for ways to improve our camping trips. We come home with new ideas from every trip.
A well strong enough to supply a town is quite a well! That’s pretty cool! I’ll bet you could make some great coffee with just sink water then. I think the temp/humidity gauge is gonna be very helpful on our trips. Happy Camping!!!
Camp and Camera Yes, it is quiet a well...of course Pisgah is pretty small, but we even sell water to other municipalities. Yep, definitely going to check one out before too long.
Nice job old chap. Thanks for remembering to turn the switch on. Pictures are better when the switch is on. Really good video. Like the leather shop you were in.
Hi mate really enjoyed the video,I think it’s great people sell stuff outside their house and trust you to put the money in the box,I agree put as much security on your tear drop as possible it’s the best one iv ever seen.happy Christmas to you both.👍
Thanks for update and reviews. I on my way to doing a small cargo build when trailer is built and delivered by WeeRoll. Done my planning and put together charger/inverter station awaiting trailer. Solar will be included. Look forward to seeing your progress on yours. Mr. Bill
I thought about switching the standard coupler to a lunette ring, and getting the lock that goes inside it. Right now I just have a hitch lock and lock on the coupler. One thing I'd suggest with the wheel lock is to have locking lug nuts, so they don't take off the lock and wheel. Anyway another great video, I just found your channel again. I watched a video of you doing tours of people's teardrop trailers a year or so ago.
I don't know if its just me but I worry more about my teardrop than I did with any of my other campers especially boondocking . I don't know if its like you said the blood sweat and tears from building it myself or paranoia. I use 2 big cable locks one on each wheels and run it around the axle so they can't take the wheels and I lock my safety chains to the hitch with a long shank pad lock. My philosophy is the more detergents you have the better. I know all of them can be cut or broke but it takes time and that is not what thieves have.
There's a Mennonite settlement near Abbeville, SC if you ever get down that way. Yoders used to be a great restaurant although I haven't eaten there in years. There is a great bakery there also.
Thanks for another great vid. And for recommendations about security. As usual, this is still all just a dream for me but it’s always good to glean ideas and maybe I can help out a friend with the recommendations you make.
Just discovered your channel. I am impressed to say the least. Don’t have the skills and’ the tools too to make my own. I am in the process of buying one here in Canada, and your built helps me a lot. With regards to the wheel lock, would someone be able to just remove and replace the wheel if there is no lock nuts ? Thanks in avance for your reply ,if any. I know that you published the video a long time ago.
Thanks for the updates - that ipad mount looks handy. Is it permanently mounted (the mount, not the ipad) or is it easy to take off when you dont need it?
The base of the mount is permanent. The arms that actually hold the iPad snap on and off for quick attachment. You can also adjust the angle. My wife took my first one and put it under her kitchen cabinets. I had to order another!
Hey, I’m glad you found us! I actually do. They’re full-size plans traced from the wood template I built my camper from. You can PM me (camp and camera) on Facebook for details.
im disappointed you didn't add any bells or whistles... lol nice locks you added. wondering if you have thought about a GPS tracker one that's activated only when needed? ill bet those naysaysers also lock there car and house doors
Would you mind sharing the location of that spring? Not looking to fill up lots of jugs or anything. Just be a cool destination. I'm not far from you... about half way between Crossville & Sparta. Still love the Camp-EZ. :)
Absolutely! 127 North, then 52 East. About a half mile past the 4 way intersection and Grocery store in Allardt, a road veers off to the left just as the highway takes a sharp right-hand turn. The spring is only 1/4 mile or so on the left down that road. The spring is down a short path behind a fence.
@@CampandCamera Thanks! Up near Jamestown. BTW: if you're a bbq'er, Jamestown is home to one of the best hardwood charcoal manufacturers - Parker Charcoal. Price is crazy cheap too. They sell it at the IGA in Clarkrange, also.
When I go to Tennessee, the banjo players have claw picking style, travel over the hill (Smokies) in North Carolina, the banjo players have strumming style. Just a thought. Can't find a player in Ohio.
Great video! I have learned a lot from watching your videos. Question, what about your shoes when you come into your camper from outside, where do you keep your muddy or dirty shoes? Thanks!!!
If it’s nasty outside, we’ve been sliding them under the camper. We need a better solution though. We’ve thought of putting a slide out drawer under the camper.
I've watched several of your videos, overall they're pretty good. I only have one complaint, sometimes you're not as thorough as I'd like on your camper tours,. I think it's because your camper is already built and you're not looking for ideas on setting one up. That's just an observation, definitely NOT a criticism. Your videos ARE appreciated, thanks !!!
sir it is a shame we have to live like this but I do not blame you one bit for locking your camper down.we all work hard to have things and some creep comes and takes them.shame on them.also I think you and your wife are nice people god bless and safe travels
This country is so divided but ppl like you remind me how much I miss interacting with regular folks during this pandemic. Be well.
I completely agree with you on securing your camper! The more deterrents the better! On my own trailer I'm building I made the chains so I can easily remove them while I'm parked. I'm also going to fabricate a tongue lock and thinking about installing a hidden GPS tracker so that if all my other deterrents fail I might be able to recover my trailer. Honestly my biggest hope is they look and figure it's not worth the hassle and move on. Love all the upgrades you've added!
A GPS tracker is on my mind too!
This is a great series of videos and a great host. Thank you.
Seriously, you are a great host and have great charisma these videos are well done and the talent stands out. Good job.
I really appreciate that! Thanks so very much for taking time to leave such encouraging feedback.
Still my favorite DIY series
Thank you!!
Just saw your video on security, I,ve also got a similar wheel lock + it does the job. For the dissel ( towing hook) I had an old cast iron (slot) I think in english it means lock?? off my last caravan. I took it to a smith + got him to make me a conversion. If you can imagine a metal box that you slide on over the hook with a piece cut out so that it goes past the piece that sticks up, I asked him to make a bar that slid into metal "holding "slots + I secured it with a granite lock via the hole at the end. I,ve had that on 2 trailer tents + now 2 caravans + never had a problem. On my last caravan I wanted security for the windows + found a German who made guaranteed theft + thief proof security. A camper owner had it fitted + drove down to Spain + parked his camper in a side street for the day, when he came back he found signs of attempted break in but the thieves never got past the security + I thought you can,t get any better advertisement than that + had mine done. Can,t remember the name but it,s somewhere on you tube. Roy.
Clever idea!
Hey man great video! We feel the same way about the security of our camper! We put all our blood, sweat and tears into this build, so when it came to finding the right security devise we were very discerning! We searched high and low for the best lock we could find with no avail. So at the end of the day we knew it was up to us to keep honest people honest and we made our own lol!
Exactly! Too much work in this thing to just hand it over to a thief without at least trying to secure it.
watching from Australia, wow i am extremely impressed with your videos and camper, i hope to make mine soon so ill be sure to watch all your videos when i have the time! thank you
Australia! Thanks so much for watching, and welcome to the channel!
Simple comment here.
I love your accent, personality, and you seem to follow a motto of mine (😁 even just via your videos)... "The best way to get ahead is help someone else move forward." 👍😊
I appreciate that! We’re all in it together.
Some years back I came back to camp to find my foldout camp trailer packed away and drag marks from a attempt to tow it away I had made a steel rod that fitted through the wheel rims on both sides preventing wheel thefts and the wheels turning more than a half turn these days with a quality of battery powered grinders its getting more difficult to stop a determined thief but make it hard enough they go elsewhere regards mike
I am so enjoying myselg catching up on the marvelous work you have and are doing. Love the upgrades to your camp EZ and please, keep securing your camper. I so love the south and country living. Born and Raised in Alabama and truly miss living in tbe country. Loved the tour of the Mennonite farms and store. Nothing like spring water. I buy it bottled, purified doesn't vet it. I wonder if a Berkey Water Filtration is tasteless as well. Prefer as natural as I can get. Thank you and your wife for sharing.
Great video. The old fashion candy y’all found reminds me of Christmas at my grandmother’s house. She always had some in a small dish on her coffee table.
Those are good memories!
Love your videos! I'm interested in building a teardrop trailer one day, and though it's a long way off these videos are so helpful!
Thank you!! I hope you do. Be sure to check out my episode called: “YOU CAN BUILD A TEARDROP CAMPER”
Great video and really good information on security. I'll add that to my build. Your videos and information is appreciated. Thank you.
I’m really impressed with the tongue and wheel locks. Hopefully, I won’t have to find out if they actually work!
Great videos, thanks . I too am a r/c airplane guy. Converting my 5'x8' cargo to a camper to go to rc meets. I'm in Chattanooga TN. Thanks for the videos. Don Pardue
Hey, a fellow Tennessee RC’r! Thanks for watching!
I purchased the tablet mount on your recommendation ................ i love it . Thank you.
It is a very sturdy mount. I’ve been impressed with it. I even bought a suction model of the same brand for my car.
Another great video! We always look forward to them.
The mennonite stores are wonderful. We stopped at one while we were in the Finger Lakes Region named, Sauders. They had the same bagged food items... from organic dried beans to mini-chocolate chips! We could have spent hours there!
Clean delicious water is hard to come by... Glad you have a place to fill up. We sometimes get water at a local water company... they have a well and the water tastes so pure (at least I hope it is =) They charge 25 cents a gallon...
We also use our iPad to watch a movie on a rainy night. The fireplace video is a great idea! I need the screen to be close because of my vision (both distance and reading) We never use the TV that came with our camper and Chris actually removed the fuse so the slow bleed on the battery would stop.
I love the door handle idea. We need to do the same!
Thanks for all the great info and for taking us around Tennessee... What a beautiful state you and Joann live in...
Many blessings ~ Maria.
Hey there! It’s good to hear from you. Jo Ann has been teasing me about the fake fireplace, but I look forward to using it. I’ll bet she loves it!
That water gushes out of the ground, even during a drought. It’s so good too!
We love those bulk goods stores. They always have terrific yummies!
Be well!
Nice! I’ve never been to Tennessee. Thanks for the tour! Spring water is amazing!
Well, y’all just load load that teardrop up and head down here! Lol! It’s neat getting water from the ground like that. It’s so cold and clear!
Camp and Camera someday! We have a hard time getting 40 miles away! 😹😹
I agree on the theft protection. Anything, that is an impediment to theft helps. As long as you are not the easiest target, you will be less likely to be the target. Defense in depth!
Spot on!
I love going into those old time stores. I enjoy the leather shop area too, and I wish I could find a candle that smelled like that. It's like being in a tack room in the barn. I can't beleive you shared a pastry? I afaid I would haxe to buy a couple for the road trip!!! Your trailer is getting fined tuned beautifully. The small things that making it feel like home!!! Good video, w.w.
I wish I could make the smell come through the TV! It smelled sooo good in there. I really had to restrain myself on the pastry. They had a slice of carrot cake that was calling my name too!
We share the same motto about security…make it harder than the reward and the theif will most likely roll on to the next one. Loving the weather monitor, may have to check one of those out for our tear. Also, the area that we live in actually gets our city water from an artesian well. Our city water system has been ranked as one of the most pure and cheapest public utility in the State of Alabama for many years. We have several artesian wells scattered througout our little town that have played a big part of the history of our little town. Enjoyed the video and thanks for the information! We’realways looking for ways to improve our camping trips. We come home with new ideas from every trip.
A well strong enough to supply a town is quite a well! That’s pretty cool! I’ll bet you could make some great coffee with just sink water then. I think the temp/humidity gauge is gonna be very helpful on our trips. Happy Camping!!!
Camp and Camera Yes, it is quiet a well...of course Pisgah is pretty small, but we even sell water to other municipalities.
Yep, definitely going to check one out before too long.
Muddy Pond is a great place. We have been there many times and love the farmer cheese that they sell.
My wife’s LOVES that cheese! Hey, have you ever tried the cheese curds they keep in the cooler?
Nice job old chap. Thanks for remembering to turn the switch on. Pictures are better when the switch is on. Really good video. Like the leather shop you were in.
Lol! I keep the switch on now! Have a good one Zeb!
Hi mate really enjoyed the video,I think it’s great people sell stuff outside their house and trust you to put the money in the box,I agree put as much security on your tear drop as possible it’s the best one iv ever seen.happy Christmas to you both.👍
Thank you! I love those roadside honor boxes.
Im gonna do the same 3 things plus to protect my camper. Thank you.
Thanks for update and reviews. I on my way to doing a small cargo build when trailer is built and delivered by WeeRoll. Done my planning and put together charger/inverter station awaiting trailer. Solar will be included. Look forward to seeing your progress on yours. Mr. Bill
Sounds like your off to a great start! Mine needs a bunch of TLC to get going.
I thought about switching the standard coupler to a lunette ring, and getting the lock that goes inside it. Right now I just have a hitch lock and lock on the coupler. One thing I'd suggest with the wheel lock is to have locking lug nuts, so they don't take off the lock and wheel. Anyway another great video, I just found your channel again. I watched a video of you doing tours of people's teardrop trailers a year or so ago.
I’m glad you’re back! Locking lug nuts would be a big help with security for sure.
Lived in Sewanee for almost 6 years. Heard of Muddy Pond but never made it up that way. Great videos BTW, on the camper build. subscribed.
Sewanee is a nice place...beautiful campus there!
I don't know if its just me but I worry more about my teardrop than I did with any of my other campers especially boondocking . I don't know if its like you said the blood sweat and tears from building it myself or paranoia. I use 2 big cable locks one on each wheels and run it around the axle so they can't take the wheels and I lock my safety chains to the hitch with a long shank pad lock. My philosophy is the more detergents you have the better. I know all of them can be cut or broke but it takes time and that is not what thieves have.
I couldn’t agree more. Yeah, a thief can technically steal anything, but I think if you may it enough work, they’ll drive on by.
There's a Mennonite settlement near Abbeville, SC if you ever get down that way. Yoders used to be a great restaurant although I haven't eaten there in years. There is a great bakery there also.
Hmm, I’ll keep that in mind!
Thanks for another great vid. And for recommendations about security. As usual, this is still all just a dream for me but it’s always good to glean ideas and maybe I can help out a friend with the recommendations you make.
You’re most welcome, and thanks for watching!
I didn't know I had a leather shop. Great video, keep em coming.
Thanks Jay!
There's very few things as comforting as the smell of Leather, to me anyway. Just found your channel; enjoying it emencly.
gosh I love to see an honor box system in other states. In cali everyone would steal it all, it’s horrible.
So great
Just discovered your channel. I am impressed to say the least. Don’t have the skills and’ the tools too to make my own. I am in the process of buying one here in Canada, and your built helps me a lot. With regards to the wheel lock, would someone be able to just remove and replace the wheel if there is no lock nuts ? Thanks in avance for your reply ,if any. I know that you published the video a long time ago.
I’m glad you found us! Good point on the lock nuts. I need to put at least one on each wheel.
I’m interested in the side shelf and what you used as far as hardware.
It’s a while, but I actually did an episode on how I built it.
Found it ! THANKS
Wonderful content as always! thank you!
My pleasure!
Y'all are adorable!
Thanks for the updates - that ipad mount looks handy. Is it permanently mounted (the mount, not the ipad) or is it easy to take off when you dont need it?
The base of the mount is permanent. The arms that actually hold the iPad snap on and off for quick attachment. You can also adjust the angle. My wife took my first one and put it under her kitchen cabinets. I had to order another!
Hello I am enjoying your RUclips blog. Do you by any chance sell the blueprints to your camper?
Hey, I’m glad you found us! I actually do. They’re full-size plans traced from the wood template I built my camper from. You can PM me (camp and camera) on Facebook for details.
im disappointed you didn't add any bells or whistles... lol nice locks you added. wondering if you have thought about a GPS tracker one that's activated only when needed? ill bet those naysaysers also lock there car and house doors
A GPS tracker has crossed my mind many times. That would be terrific. Bells and whistles!!! Lol!!!
Would you mind sharing the location of that spring? Not looking to fill up lots of jugs or anything. Just be a cool destination. I'm not far from you... about half way between Crossville & Sparta. Still love the Camp-EZ. :)
Absolutely! 127 North, then 52 East. About a half mile past the 4 way intersection and Grocery store in Allardt, a road veers off to the left just as the highway takes a sharp right-hand turn. The spring is only 1/4 mile or so on the left down that road. The spring is down a short path behind a fence.
@@CampandCamera Thanks! Up near Jamestown. BTW: if you're a bbq'er, Jamestown is home to one of the best hardwood charcoal manufacturers - Parker Charcoal. Price is crazy cheap too. They sell it at the IGA in Clarkrange, also.
Tom Ferguson Thanks for the tip!!
When I go to Tennessee, the banjo players have claw picking style, travel over the hill (Smokies) in North Carolina, the banjo players have strumming style. Just a thought. Can't find a player in Ohio.
All the ones around here are three finger Scruggs style. Lol!
I like guitar better, banjo players are musicians. Now Ricky Skaggs live on Mandolin is sick
Great video! I have learned a lot from watching your videos. Question, what about your shoes when you come into your camper from outside, where do you keep your muddy or dirty shoes? Thanks!!!
If it’s nasty outside, we’ve been sliding them under the camper. We need a better solution though. We’ve thought of putting a slide out drawer under the camper.
@@CampandCamera I've seen the drawer system done looks like a great idea
I would love to do the drawer system.
What do you do with sweet sorghum? Is it like maple syrup?
I like putting it on biscuits. My wife uses it in recipes.
I've watched several of your videos, overall they're pretty good. I only have one complaint, sometimes you're not as thorough as I'd like on your camper tours,. I think it's because your camper is already built and you're not looking for ideas on setting one up. That's just an observation, definitely NOT a criticism. Your videos ARE appreciated, thanks !!!
Thanks very much for the feedback. I will try to take more time during tours in the future.
Send those locks to the lock picking lawyer on RUclips. I'm sure he can open them no problem. I love your teardrop
lol! Thanks!
Locks only keep honest people honest. If a crook wants it bad enough he’ll find a way.
12/20/19
Thumbs up 👍
Thank you!!
sir it is a shame we have to live like this but I do not blame you one bit for locking your camper down.we all work hard to have things and some creep comes and takes them.shame on them.also I think you and your wife are nice people god bless and safe travels
Yep, it’s the world we live in. Thanks so much for the comment!
Unbolt the hitch. That'll slow 'em up.......
I don't have to outrun a bear, just you. My lock just has to be better than yours.
terrible video
Thank you
I don't have to outrun a bear, just you. My lock just has to be better than yours.