The TRUTH: Living in a Four Wheel Truck Camper for 2 Years - All Your Questions Answered & Full Tour
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Today I want to answer many of the questions about living and traveling in a truck camper. I've been living in a truck camper for 5 years - 2 years in a pop up camper and 3 years with a hard sided camper. Lets go through some of the main questions I receive:
0:00 Adventures Are My Favorite!
1:26 Crew Cab or Extended Cab? Where Do I Store All My Toys?
2:21 How I Get Water
3:37 How I Shower
4:23 How to Learn a New Language!
5:52 Where to Store Propane Tanks - How Much Propane Do I Use
7:03 How I Carry and Mount my Ebike to my Camper
7:38 How to Get Power to a Truck Camper
8:30 Hard Sided Camper or Pop Up Camper - Which is Better? Why?
10:42 How to Pop Up A Pop Up Camper - Is it Hard? Can You Do it By Yourself?
12:19 How Tall is the Inside Ceiling of a Pop Up Camper?
12:45 How to Camp for Free
13:53 How Much Do I Spend on Gas? Gas or Diesel?
14:09 What Are Some of My Biggest Expenses Living in a Truck Camper?
14:42 How Much is My Truck and Truck Camper Payment
15:04 How Do I Get Health Insurance? How Much Does it Cost?
16:57 Do You Have to Wipe Down the Walls Every Day in a Truck Camper?
18:01 My Biggest Complaint About my Truck Camper
19:27 All the Details! Heating/Cooling/Batteries/Lights/Fridge/Sink/Stove and Storage
23:03 How to Stealth Camp in a Truck Camper?
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Lotta great points in this for people who haven't done this. Very Impressive. I say you show the pop up procedure again like 2-3 times :) Keep the excellent and helpful content coming Dr.
Water pressure regulator is a good idea. I'd also consider an inline water filter. Water quality varies a lot.
A lot of people use them, always a good call
Yeah good tip
Right on
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I use an indoor and one outside right off the tap before my hose to keep my hoses as clean as possible as well. I use an alkaline water pitcher inside as well so triple I guess, my water stays fairly consistent as a result wherever I am I find
Great video Dr. Straight, thanks for taking us on the tour and providing explanations regarding your set-up. Hope all is going well as you travel from destination to destination. Looking forward to the next adventure!
Great job Doc, as I've mentioned a time or two in the past. I appreciate your educational aspects to your travels... Be safe.
I know if I lost my way while hiking that Dr.Hannah would get me back on track & that is awesome to know people like her are on the trails. Good people.
Trail angels are the best, when I got my flat tire out in the middle of nowhere you truly realize that you have to stick together!
@@DrHannahStraight Outdoors People know best you have to help one another . I've been on both ends of that situation.
@@alexs3447 Very true.
Hi Hannah! This is the first video I have seen of yours and it offered a lot of good ideas. I am currently in the process of restoring my 1995 F250 and putting one of those utility bed shells/enclosures on it, the ones with the barn style doors, and building myself a comfortable living space. I'm installing solar panels on the roof, to a jackery power bank, as well as installing a 2nd battery wired in parallel with my starter battery. I'm hoping it comes out good enough for me to spend a few nights at a time.
Hannah your videos are exciting to watch I'm sure it's because you're always excited about what you're doing it's wonderful I enjoy them immensely and your detail about the things you talk about is something that I think a lot of people miss today praise God! Keep on rolling!
Girl your living my dream right now I love it thanks for being honest about what it’s like living on the road
Hey Hannah
Just for info Torklift makes a front reciever hitch that attaches to the frame. The reciever is above the bumper so it will not interfere with your offroading ground clearances. Just an option for your ebike, so that it no longer interferes with your camper entrance.
Thank you! Didn't know about this!!
Great overview Hanna! After full timing in a truck camper rig i learned from others to run a small electric heater each morning or all night if plugged in and it would dry up condensation really well
Tired ofbpop ups and way too high hard sides. Saving up for a hard side pop up Alaskan 7 footer. You should check them out.
About condensation,
If you crack the roof vent above the bed slightly overnight, moisture from breathing will escape while still warm.
Also with a diesel heater, you could hang clothes to dry.
Great video!!
Short and straight to the point!!
And also so transparent!!
Thanks for sharing this valuable content!!
Cheers from northern California!!
Good afternoon friend. I'm sorry that you had that experience in Mexico. That's why many people travel together in groups to avoid such situations. I absolutely love this video. Thank you for the tour. I've been Boondocking in my F150 in Texas for 3 1/2 years. I learn something new every time I watch your channel
I will certainly be going with friends if I travel further down the coast! Thank you so much, so glad it was helpful and love hearing that you use the F150 - I was THIS close to going with the F150 as well!
Hannah I gotta say your vid’s are great and hit me differently. I’m 49 and my wife recently divorced me. Her reason was she just stopped loving me. After 20 years together I was now alone and devastated. Everyone told me to get a hobbie. I’m not a big event with big crowds person. I’m a lake boy/woods. I go off roading with my Wrangler and decided to set it up to overland which has been a dream of mine. You and others vids motivate me and help push me to do something for myself! I am finding beauty in the world again as I battle my depression. Imma keep fighting and you keep making the vids. I need some cooking tips! Be safe
Get 'er done brother! 😎🍻!! Don't forget a Jackery 😀
Great suggestion and I’ve actually been looking at them online. I’m definitely going to get the solar panel setup!! I would get a Jackery explorer 500. I was thinking about the 1000. Would have more then enough juice for what I need. Most videos I’ve watched recommend the 1000. Since my Jeep is already lifted on 35’s full suspension done, winch and all the proper mods for what I need!!! After the Jackery purchase then next will be an Irsa Minor or similar rooftop tent!! I value your feedback and advice on the Jackery and any rooftop tent you could recommend. I have the external body rack so my roof top is equipped, I think!! Thanks in advance my brother!
Wow! Deja vu. After 32 years of marriage, 4 grown children and 10 grandchildren my ex came to me, told me she wasn’t happy and that I needed to find a new place to live. Talk about a gut punch. That was over 6 years ago and I’m still having trouble moving on. I guess I need to get a hobby as well.
Thank your wife for divorcing you and don't look back. You don't want to be around people that don't want to be around you. Nothing better for the mind than to exhaust the body. Exercise makes you feel so good and keep fighting.
Thanks for the kind and positive words! I do hit the gym daily and it’s a great relief! I heard a saying that those who love you don’t abandon you. They only abandon people they are using. I only know one way and that’s to keep fighting!! Be well!!
Love the enthusiasm! I had been thinking about that type of camper so it was good to see someone reviewing them.
Thanks for the tour of your camper, and your lifestyle.
It was very interesting and informative.
You’ve really got this dialed in.
Happy Trails
This is the most detailed video I've seen on this channel. Switching subject matter from locations and experiences to that of specifics related to mobile living, was very helpful. Thank you for covering the subject. As you mentioned, potentially the biggest, most mysterious expense is healthcare. The U.S. is WAY behind other countries in terms of coverage and surprise 'gotcha' bills. Even when visiting an in-network facility, that does NOT imply all of of those who provide services are 'in-network'. Worse still, those who are out of network don't say so up-front. It is only realized when unexpected bills appear.
I agree about health care and would recommend buying travel health care for the overseas vacations. I know people who were injured in a foreign country and had to pay for medical expense in cash. I did not ask how long it too to be repaid by their insurance because it was a medical emergency.
Unfortunately healthcare is one industry where the outright fraud being perpetrated against the American people is painfully evident. These corporations have made it so obvious of their criminal behavior in this field in particular that it actually helped open my eyes to the greater network of fraud being played on the people in the name of greed most industries have far more intuitive ways of disguising the money grab these guys have the nerve to rob you while looking you in the eye
I enjoy all your content, but this was a great tour of your rig (and very useful tips (water pressure gauge) Hannah (I'm guessing, but you probably save some gas with the smaller camper (vs your first bigger camper). Thanks for sharing your fantastic adventures/content!
I do actually! It is better with the lighter weight (1100lb dry weight vs ~1700lb dry weight on the hard sided) Huge difference!
To avoid condensation in the cold, I have my roof vent wide open. That is usually enough, but some nights I need to turn on the fan or even crack a window for circulation. It feels like I am loosing heat, but it is worth not needing to wipe down the interior.
Love it! Great information, been researching backpacking and a little bit into trailer camping, mainly for weekends. Thank you for taking the time to make this post.
Thanks for stopping by! Glad this could help some=)!!
Hi Dr. Hannah! I was thinking of upgrading my setup to something similar as your. Right now I have a shell on the back of my truck and I built a sleeping platform with storage underneath. It works great and I have been camping like this for years. (I too was Into this way before Covid). I love it because I can go anywhere unlike in an RV. National parks are getting too crowded for me and even campgrounds are getting hard to find spots. It’s nice to be able to go out somewhere and be away from people. I live in New Mexico and luckily there are a lot of remote area here without a lot of people. Stay safe out there and it’s nice to follow someone that is in this life for the long haul and didn’t jump on the Covid nomad life/overlander RUclips craze.
The truck shell idea is always a great method, I like how stealth it is - you can't always tell someone is in the back of the pop up if it's down but you definitely can tell that its camping there so that's one major downfall. They do make some very basic popups though that are nearly empty inside and you can build out what you like and are much cheaper and light weight (maybe a good starting point to see if you like it) and these things sell so easily if you decide you don't like it because the wait list is so long these days! Just a thought=) Much love and thanks for commenting=)
Thanks for the reply Dr. Hannah! That’s a great idea. I will look into that. Be safe out there.
How much does these truck apt rigs cost, if you just wanna dive fully in and start off the lot🇧🇸💯...hey Dr🌹💌
I have considered a truck camper. I chose an rv but the drawback is that I can't go where you go with an rv. Love you Dr. Hannah Straight. Beautiful and mostly relaxing videos! Thank you. Love the cooking videos as well. Very good production videos! Keep it going
Awesome video! Very informative! I’m 54, retired, kid leaving to college. Im pretty bored and seek adventure! I’m trying to decide between a sailboat, or a diesel 4x4 w/pop-up camper, just for 30 day adventures. Many friends do the sailboat and it’s mind blowing how comfortable these sailboat are and how affordable they can be. But you’re pretty much trapped in one spot. For instance, my buddy has a 41ft sailboat and lives in Marina Del Rey, Los Angeles. His slip fee is $1,000. He has every amenity you could imagine. Other friends have sailboat and are in BVI. But they’re still sorta stuck in a specific location. All the condos around him cost millions. He’s got it made, but he’s not real mobile. Which brings me to the 4x4 pop up. I grew up camping. Back in the 1970’s you could literally camp anywhere. Anywhere in Colorado, you’d just pull off the road. So a lot of decision making to do. Awesome information 👍🍷🥳
Nice rig, you have it so organized. Thank you for all the info, I have been looking at truck campers but still not sure, I am thinking of a used camper, everything is so expensive right now. I do own a Ford F-250 4X4 pick up that is ready to go, that is one of the important pieces of the puzzle. Take care Hannah
Good 👍🏻 review on the minimum necessary things before you start traveling camping throughout the USA. I'd definitely invest money 💰 on the things you have Hannah. The truck, truck camper, and accessories.
This is your most detailed overall tour of your rig yet, Hannah, and you are looking incredible, I must say!! Maybe you can show us your water storage and filtration and your sources in a future video? And how you make that bike work for you and get all this edited on video like a pro!! I'm going to have to say I like the pop-up better than that Lance, I think I would go for that space layout and amenities more than what that Lance had, but I did like that rear ladder roof access of the Lance, but you can sneak under bridges a little better in this one There's also more storage options in there than it looks from the outside which is always a plus on the road and off. Awesome video, Doctor!! Always love your coffee and supplements!! Hope you catch some fish soon, Hannah!!
Caught two this weekend!!!! woooooo! thanks so much=) Loved reading your comment=)
@@DrHannahStraight Two?! The two luckiest fish in the world, Hannah!! HA!! Until you eat them=)
Thanks Hannah, that was great! I have been wondering about the truck camper systems and you have answered many questions. I love your channel! RT
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!!!!
The portable solar shower works well during times when the sun is shining and the temp is above 60. It helps save water, too! Happy travels.
Don't do JUST memory foam! Fellow FWC owner here and let me tell ya in the winter memory foam hardens like a brick! My solution was 3" memory foam and 1" of regular seating foam/upholstery foam because it doesn't change firmness in different temps. That way you are comfy while your body heat warms up and softens the memory foam. Happy Camping!
Very well setup. I wonder if you have a storage unit for seasonal stuff or you have all your belongings with you at all times. LION-Energy power supply is awesome as well. The low profile setup is the way to go. Awesome video as always.
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@@AUMINER1 thank you. I will watch for them and report as needed
@@Whiteleather07 thank you for doing what YT refuses to do :)
Hannah thank you for the tour. I love your new truck setup but don't think there would be enough space for both myself and the love of my life, Molly (my 60lb Staffy) to co-exist lol. I love the scenic and remote places you travel off grid and want to be sure to have a camping rig capable to get into those tucked away places. Keep bringing the high quality content and looking forward to the new item you will be revealing in 2 videos!
Thank you so much!! Happy Monday=)
Great video on the Four Wheel Camper. I have the smaller Fleet side dinette model, and love it. One thing I noticed on your batteries is the wing nuts and risers. Make sure those are good and tight, especially since you're off road a lot. My battery manufacturer warns Not Finger Tight- torque to 11 Foot Pounds. I just upgraded to a lithium battery and Victron Orion smart 12/12-30 charger and Shunt, game changer on a quick recharge from the trucks alternator.
Good call I haven't checked them in a hot minute, thank you for the specs - I'm all about torquing to spec. One time I took my truck to a shop for some help with the shocks and when I left NOTHING was tight, nothing to spec, everything rattled. Terrifying to me but I guess some don't think it's a big deal?!🤷🏻♀️ Always check your nuts and bolts kids😉
hannah you have learned a lot in 5 years your a pretty smart lady and what you have learned nobody can ever take that away and i love your energy your like the energizer bunny you just keep going and going lol we need more people in the world that just go for it your videos make me laugh!
hahaha yes!! I will take that energy any day, quite flattered, thank you so much=)
You have a wonderful sense of humour Hannah. Always makes me smile.
I would love to have the same set up you have someday. Just for camping now and again. Thanks for showing the rig and explaining.
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@@AUMINER1 Thank you. I was thinking same. 👍
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@@AUMINER1 I agree. Blessings to you for taking care of this. 👍
@@grahamanderson7717 please report as many of these 'text me" scammers :) thank you and have an awesome day :)
Pretty cool set up Doc. I've seen an earlier tour of your rig but I enjoyed the full tour. I guess since you've been at this awhile you've got the storage thing down. Changing seasons must be fun, lol. Take care!
Thank you for all your time. We put a 100% organic latex 6" mattress that we got around Seattle. They cut gown a king and made a +Queen to fit our Sportsmobile. LOVE IT. It is heavy and a bear to flip once in a while, but Sooooo worth it. Have always enjoyed your type of set up but I've really grown accustomed to parking and popping up the privacy curtain and swinging around and walking right back to the bed or kitchen. Makes that stealth camping a breeze and quick get aways even better. Have only had 1 instance with hammering on the door at 3 in the morning but hit the alarm button on the keys and jumped into the drivers seat and started up. Be safe and watch your 6 .... in today's world I'd include the 3 and 9 as well Thanks again for letting us in on your journey. Definite Rock Star ... insert applause.
Thanks for the thorough introduction to the pop-up camper. Probably better than anything the mfgr puts on their own website. Even when collapsed, it looks like it would not fit in an ordinary residential garage door ~ 84inches tall. Thanks again for this excellent walk through. Safe Travels.
I can go through a 9' drive through hahaha that's all I know, never tried it in a residential garage - I have a 35" tires and a 2.5" lift though so that may have something to do with it
Can’t get enough of Dr Hannah. Your so funny
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Love the tour of your pop up camper. The best part of our pop up camper is that you can leave your bed made when you close the top. Thank you for a great video. Mary💕Fred
I agree! Wish I could do the same=) Happy Travels!
Thinking of doing same since 2010 and never had the firm thoughts doing it. That being said, seeing you gives me lot of boost to try out short haul within Canada for a month. Great vid 👏🏼👏🏼 enjoyed it
Hello Hanna, I live in my RV and have RVd for thirty years. I have a little tip you may be interested in. Being you have a small refer and like left overs try using zip lock bags. You can take food out of the hard plastic containers from the store and put the food in the storage
Bags and double your space.
Thanks for sharing your life, stay safe.
Thanks for the suggestion, love my leftovers=)!!
I use to work for an industrial power tool company and one of the biggest problems we encountered was people using the wrong gauge extension cord, nothing would burn up a $120.00 circular saw faster than a 100 ft. 16ga extension cord, you should be using at least 12ga cords!
Excellent comment to point out! I think many do not realize how important it is to use the right gauge!!
@@DrHannahStraight hello how are you I Love your videos and you are so Gorgeous and Beautiful I love your journey and I Love your camper if I had a woman like you I will cherish for Life if your heart is like your personality that's a A+ Bless you on your travels.❤️❤️❤️💝💝💝💖💖💖
Your awesome,thanks for your informative videos and on a real tip your really awesome for reaching out to your fan base on the comments.
Keep em rolling Doc.!!
Your truck is pretty cool, I think you already showed a similar one years ago during the winter somewhere I can't remember right now, but I always thought it's pretty cool how you manage space making everything looks so neat
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I live in my FWC Hawk, & there is an easy solution to the uncomfortable mattress issue. I kept the original foam matress, but underneath it I permanently keep an inflatable & insulated backpacker's thermarest-style mattress (*not* the old-fashioned & uninsulated blow-up gizmos.) After popping the top, I put a few puffs of air in the thermarest to partially inflate it. (It is uncomfortable if over-inflated.) Before lowering the top, I open the thermarest valve to let all the air out. This solution has 3 major advantages: (1) The partially inflated thermarest is very comfortable. (2) It adds extra insulation in the winter, and (3) the thermarest virtually eliminates wintertime condensation under the OEM foam mattress.
That's an awesome suggestion!! I already ordered the memory foam but maybe Ill add this to the possible contenders or under the mattress for the condensation aspect
Like a Swiss Army Knife, that truck has everything.
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Always a good Sunday afternoon when I see a new Video from Hannah. So much fun
Carl!!! Much love, thank you!!! Happy Sunday!
In my Hawk I have the cassette toilet (which is wonderful) and the indoor shower which I am afraid to use - someday I will have to try it out.
My biggest problem is storage - with my options the big storage next to the fridge is gone and the shower pan takes up the space under the Dinnette. I ended up putting two bins in front of the windows on the dinette and put my sheets in one and random stuff in the other one (clothes, backpack, hats and such). If I want to use the dinette I move the bins up to the bed.
I put a memory foam topper on top of the stock mattress and I am pretty happy with it. Also put a standing desk floor mat on the floor (had to cut it down a bit) which makes standing a lot more comfortable and makes the floor seem warmer too.
I don't use the stove at all - so I mounted a microwave (700 watt small one) on the counter over the stove. Works well for me, my fridge has a much bigger freezer so I can usually have 2 or 3 frozen dinners with me (not much of a cook).
I also have a WIlco hitch mounted tire carrier - which is really handy. It swings out to the passenger side and you can mount your spare tire (mine are oversized) and a few small boxes to the swing out part. Carrying bikes with a Four Wheel Camper is always tough.
Good overview. It's good for people to see just how expensive this lifestyle really is. And you're doing well with the low truck and camper payments. Being Canadian, I was mildly stunned at the cost of health insurance, although I am sure I pay just as much or more, hidden in my income tax. I would be interested in your cell coverage setup: what provider, do you use a booster, do you get good overall reception, do you upload via your cell, etc. Cheers and happy camping!
I have a pretty decent plan, HMO but young with no health issues so I know they get much more pricey as you get older=/ I use Verizon, it works in most busy areas but not off grid which reminds me of another expense I forgot to mention (Just recently started using Starlink) for remote areas and I believe it's $135 a month!
@@DrHannahStraight No such problems in Canada . Free care wherever you travel in the country
@@alexs3447 free? So you don’t pay any taxes? Lucky! Usually people that get “free stuff” from the government are those that are unemployed, although if they had been previously employed, they paid in for that “free” money. I don’t recall getting anything free from the Canadian government. Maybe that’s just me.
@@robthewaywardwoodworker9956 You are correct there is a provincial tax fee based on your income . Can't recall at what amt it starts but Hannah might not make .$20K or less is free , $200 K + , its $900 .
@@robthewaywardwoodworker9956 I think all modern countries except the backwards USA has government sponsored healthcare. That means all citizens are covered.
Everytime I think about going camping I remember the cartoon where the Bear grabs a Rabbit and wipes his ass with it. 🤪
hahaha this made ma laugh
I have used all types of recreational vehicles. Wished that fold down truck campers had been avaliable when I was camping. Good instructional for new campers. Thank you beautiful lady.
Four Wheel Campers have in business since the 1970's. Many are still on the road today.
Good for you Hannah.Keep on travel ing and exploring
The problem I'm seeing with this setup - especially with increasingly volatile things that are going on everywhere is that in case of a bad situation - God Forbid, you will need to get out of the camper to get into the drivers seat to get away...That's just too much of a safety risk. I hope you find a better solution.
It is a downfall for sure
Vague description of your concern. Could you be explicit and simply state what scenario you're referencing?
@@DrHannahStraight regular full size vans say a E150 are the way to go i think -have fun
Everytime I hear an American talk about their health insurance I find it mind boggling. The idea that you have to call before you go to a hospital to make sure your insurance will cover it. 😳 🇨🇦 it always makes me thankful to live in Canada. I can go into any hospital across the country. The most I'd have to pay is for parking.
I just couldn't live under a dictatorship disguised as a democracy just to get 'free' healthcare that my taxes are paying for! being told what firearms I can own, what shots I have to take, when I can leave and come back to my country just doesn't seem worth it! But hey, your doing you and it seems like you enjoy it. We'll keep doing us and living free!
@@tombrown8522 I guess you didn't get the memo that Canada is a far healthier democracy than the US. We're far from perfect but much better than most countries. We understand that freedom doesn't mean some sort of libertarian hellscape. We strive to balance individual freedoms with the understanding that there is a responsibility to our fellow citizens by providing healthcare etc. EVERY advanced nation on earth (and many developing nations) provide universal healthcare to their citizens. Are we ALL wrong about that and the US is right? Seems pretty arrogant. Non of our citizens are going bankrupt or foregoing care because we can't afford it. We also spend FAR less than the US in public funds toward healthcare. So you spend more taxpayer money on healthcare, can't cover everyone, and have worse health outcomes. But hey, freedom, am I right? You do you. I'll go get a hip replacement when I need one. I don't need to be able to afford what is a human right. The world is so over your American exceptionalism. Just admit that the US way is not the only way.
How much of taxes is used for your "free" health care.?
@@saddletramp6935 It's not free. It's publicly funded, universal healthcare. I pay less in taxes than an American does because you guys have publicly funded Medicaid, but it's not available to everyone and cost a lot more because you profit is king in the US. America has been fooled into thinking healthcare is not a human right and is instead some communist plot to steal your freedom, when in reality you system is set up to benefit the rich and corporate profits.
But to answer your question, Canada spend 10% of our GDP on healthcare. The US gov't spends over 15% of GDP on healthcare. That's more than your Social Security and Defence spending combined. Your healthcare systems is rigged against you. The rest of the developed world just shake our heads at your system. We're also astonish at you lack of paid maternity/parental leave and no federally mandated paid vacation/sick days. The land of the free are slaves to almighty dollar.
I will be looking into a water pressure regulator. I will be picking up my first slide in truck camper tomorrow, but I can say I'm no newbie at the off grid life. My slide in is a Northstar pop up which yes you can tie it down with the frame brackets but also their are brackets that will secure it to the bed rails, and this is the route I'm choosing for extra ground clearance. I am also planning on removing the lifting jacks ounce the camper is installed for this same reason. For some of my trips I too do the BLM shuffle and works out real well if you plan things right. In my home state I have also found a spot that does in fact have free shore power, this spot will be useful since this camper is new to me, and for when I get my solar setup figured out.
You answered and set straight a couple big ones with this video! Good job sis!
Thank you!!! So glad it could help=)
13:35 The COVID plandemic and the popularity of nomad life (and not working) has wreaked havoc on our National Parks and public lands over the past couple of years. Overcrowding is one problem, but people being abusive or ignorant is another. Unfortunately we also have a rabid government that will use any excuse to take away our freedoms and we'll be lucky if things like the damn ticketed entry at the parks and further closures don't become permanent.
It's definitely been a huge influx compared to previously - we have to respect the land and the freedom to camp in order to keep enjoying it. Pick up your trash and be respectful!! Number one rule!
Hi Hannah,
Very useful thanks for popping over.
You’re welcome 😊
Thanks for this video! Its good to see how everything functions
Great tour Hannah! Really appreciate the candid answers to a variety of questions - thank you SO MUCH!!
Do I get any points for telling you - Softroading the West recently shared some pop-up canopy info from Overland Expo PNW, and learned in his comments that the "Super Pacific" (Wedge camper) has an inflatable mattress under compressed foam, which apparently deflates only partway when you open the valve and put the top down, then really doesn't need much to re-fill again but is apparently SUPER comfortable according to several comments.
As for health-care - from what I understand - just go to Central/South America and it's easiest to just pay as needed in many countries - so you're well underway when you get around to that. Although I think best to wait before going to Ecuador or Panama right now (see Nomadic Movement channel). I hope to also head down through Central and South America before too long - maybe I'll run into you down there some day...
Cheers! from North Vancouver...
Thank you for all the hard work you put in to make these videos
That was a great informative video Dr. Thanks for sharing. I see you have to be very ready to work hard everyday to keep things clean and healthy. But it’s all worth it to live out there enjoying the outdoors. I’m glad you do get time for fun and exploring too.
Have a great week beautiful Hannah. I love watching you, seeing you. Love you 😍
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Wow!! I love the collapsible table and folding chairs 😍😍😍
Nice. We thought about taking out our rear seats out for the bins, but I think we'll try this season with seats in and then take them out if it becomes a problem. Its not like we are taking everything we own. Its just nice to have it if you can bring it and if you have a truck big enough to haul it. Thanks for the info!!!!
Agreed! These are awesome because they actually flip up with a lever out of the way instead of having to take them out all together!
Hannah, I am learning more from you than my late father, the winter Texan who lived in a fifth wheel. I am well familiar with reloading propane tanks.
I love the view when you pop up the camper! 😊😍
Happy camping. Love your videos. I like to unwind to them. You have such a happy disposition about everything.😁
Phillip! Thank you=) Means so much, happy I can bring some peace to your day!!!
For my propane useage on my 9 ' hard sided truck camper. During the warm periods no furance use, the Refig, water heater and cooktop are on or in daily use (cooktop 3x a day) i get 18-20 days off a single 20 lb propane tank. My camper has two 20 lb tanks. I set the water heater tank thermostat so the water temp is perfect for a shower using only the hot water valve in the shower faucet. This avoids wasting water using both the cold an hot valves to get the shower temp correct.
With all the above still in use AND the furnace runs at night set to 59 degrees, a 20 lb tank will last 5-8 days depending on much the furnace runs during the cold winter night. A lot less If the furnace runs a lot then 3-5 days per tank. I've parked in ski area parking lots at night both in California and Colorado.
The single battery last about 3 days when the furnace is running at night. Otherwise the battery if healthy has no problem with using the lights and water pump daily with no furnace. The furnace drains the battery as the blower motor takes several amps. I've owned my camper 20 plus years for your information, still works perfectly
Thank You Babbel. You gave this tour / explanation with great positivity Hannah. Thank You.
You are so welcome! Thank you so much for watching=))
Great job going over your camper. It looks.like you are always having fun.
Great tour of your rig, you look like your having a blast. Thanks for sharing, would love to try truck camping for a month or so. You make it look fun and easy.
Thank you Scott!!! Happy Sunday, thanks so much for stopping by=)
Love it! I remember your scary Mexico incident. I haven’t been to Mexico in years just because of things like that. Awesome tour of your rig. Until next time my friend! Stay safe out there!
Ted!! Thank you so much, hope you're doing well and staying cool down there!
@@DrHannahStraight as cool as possible. Only 99 degrees today! Cold front! 😂
I use shower-less soap. I found out about it working with elderly that can’t get into showers.
It is a kind of sponge bath. It does work.
Second time watching this one. Is it your laugh that melts my heart? Or your lovely voice? The VO 5 hair? I think it’s everything about you. You are living an awesome life, while I sneak a video at work,One I’ve already seen. I need to order some coffee,,,,well back to work, I think I’m babbling! Waiting for the next video,,🤠❤️❤️
We had the same fridge in our last camper van ,but had a small compressor fridge for a dedicated freezer. I have a friend who put a big extra fridge in their back seat of their pickup powered by a power station.
Dr. Hannah you could build your own camper, your way, with the things you want. Remove the truck bed, beaf up the leaf springs instal flatbed, build your box 📦 out of insulated panels, Quad-core by Kingspan. Dr. Hannah's custom build. Full truck length roof rack, roof deck, solor. Everything you want, your the BOSS‼️ Just don't build to heavy, keep it light, your truck will respond better. ✌🤙
Dr. Hannah, you may be the single most impressive person I have ever seen. Your intelligence, fearlessness and sense of adventure are off the charts. I think that if you had lived in different times that we wouldn't be reading about Emilia Earhart's firsts, we would be reading about Dr. Hannah Straight's. Keep it up, stay safe because we love you and want to continue following your adventures!
hahaha thank you!! this made my day, you're the best=)
One other option that I prefer is the midcab truck topper. Yes you lose the ability to stand up but you eliminate all the other downsides. I think the best option if you roll solo.
This is the best walkthrough of these campers I've found, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!!!
I replace my bed cushions with an Exped Megamat with a 2” memory foam pad then a bamboo mattress pad. Sleeps super comfortable
Loved the tour of your home … Regarding the ebike, the carrier wouldn’t been better as a swing away ( left or right ), to give you full access to the rear door …. Love my dose of Hanna, you refresh my soul … As always from down under .. Respect
Hi Steve!!=) Thank you my friend! and I agree!
Hannah good video on your truck camper. It has more storage then I thought. Thanks for sharing and have a great week ✌️ 🖐
Thanks for watching!
Well done! Fun and entertaining I have a similar setup and find a swing out hitch adapter a must to ease access to the camper.
great overview. appreciate the time you took to explain everything
Very helpful videos for those considering doing something similar. Thank you.
Side note: You're still looking beautiful! Good for you for staying in shape! (I used to be a PT, so I respect the effort.)
Thank you!! Much love!!
Thanks for the tour hon, your camper is very beautiful like you. great set up very comfy.
Thanks for the tour! I'm living in Europe now and there are RVs everywhere. Never thought I would see that many here. I still like the truck camper option.
Really? I often wonder what Europe looks like RV/Van wise, that's very interesting. Maybe I should take a trip and rent a van=)
You have great content! This was a good video I loved all the info!
Also, I’m amazed you get to answer back many of these comments!
I try my best!!=) I like to try to respond to all comments!
Just your health care info alone was worth watching!! I’m so glad your real and don’t add any political BS!
Enjoy your video as always. You have a great sense of humor very humorous to watch thanks for posting
Thanks for watching!!
Informative, attractive, and a camper. This has a lot of good info, good stuff Doc.
What a very informative video, thank you for that. One day, I just might see ya on the trail. You'll know, because my set up will be a twin to yours. Enjoy the day Hannah.
That's awesome! I hear a lot I have a dupe=) Maybe it's you!!=)
I like outdoor showers and I live on a very secluded property so it works out really well.
You are the most amazing person I've ever encountered. Keep rocking it Dr.
You're the most amazing person for leaving that kind comment=) Thank you!
Great Video. You "Nailed it" on the Health Insurance issue. People who travel, have a problem with coverage issues.
July is going by quickly. Enjoy your adventures.
Hanna watching you just makes my day thanks dearly!!!!!!!!
Awe you're the best, thank you!!=)
very upbeat and well presented. loved it. thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it! Happy Friday!!
Hey Hannah love your channel. Would like u 2 do a Q and A video where your fans ask questions and get to know u better and know more about your life thanks hannah
What a fun video. So cool to see all your camper thoughts Dr Hannah. So tough to see your monthly costs tho, medical coverage is ridiculous in the US compared to Canada. If you ever come north let me know, I can recommend a few cool places in BC. Keep on trucking! Yes, I am the Paul you know.