Rippa R10 Eco Quick Attach and Introduction to Attachments Gimpy Camper 2026-09-21 | Rippa R10 Eco Quick Attach and Introduction to Attachments
RV Inspection Keystone Montana Gimpy Camper 2024-04-12 | In this video, we tour a Keystone Montana 3790RD. We did an inspection of this RV to see if there was any water damage. We found a few things wrong, but nothing that was overwhelming. The biggest issues with this camper to me are that three of the slides are schwintek slides. The pass through does not have carpet on it and is just plywood that is painted black. The pass through storage door also doesn't want to latch.
Winter RVing Tips Gimpy Camper 2024-04-08 | 00:00 Intro03:38 Water System04:36 Heat11:01 Preventing Freezing Pipes16:00 Tote TankHey guys, It's Barratt with the Gimpy Camper. In today's episode, we are going to go over how to survive winter in an RV in a northern climate. We are going to give you some tips and go over our story, right after this. For all of you who don't know, my father passed away at the end of last year. He had a stroke and got progressively worse over a few months. He is one of the main influences that got me into this lifestyle as both my father and my grandfather always had a motorhome. During the time when his health was declining, I was traveling to Northern Michigan to visit as often as I could and help out around the house when necessary. I usually don't share a lot of my personal life, but I do travel the Southeastern US for my job as a traveling Nurse Practitioner. Luckily during this time I was mostly assigned 45 minutes from my home and was working at a local hospital. I work 10-12 hour days and usually only work 12 days per month. This usually gives me about 2 weeks off every month. Almost any time period that I had a full week off I was driving the 700-mile trip from SE TN to Northern Michigan. I had decided that we would be doing this indefinitely and decided to take the camper up to Michigan before winter. I felt this would be the best option for me as it would allow me to have my own space. It was also better because I'm more of a night owl and my dad's hospital bed was in the kitchen/living room so I didn't want to bother him. My stepmom was awfully nervous about me staying in the camper in the winter, but I told her it would be ok. I thought that I had a good grip on what to do and wanted to see if I could hack it. Some things to point out first. My camper does have a winter package, but with Keystone, this mainly means that there is reflectix insulation over the plastic material of the underbelly and that I have tank heaters. Second, I camp during the winter all the time in Tennessee. That being said I knew winter camping in Michigan was going to have its own issues. I have been down in nights as low as 25 in the camper in TN. Also, I have slept in my camping hammock at 20 degrees so I'm no newby to winter camping. Since I was only going to be in the camper intermittently I decided that my basic plan for the water system would be the same as usual. I would winterize the camper with compressed air as I do multiple times per year. It's not uncommon for me to winterize 10-20 times in a year. I have a video where I explain my process that I'll post up in the corner and down in the description. Then I would de-winterize every time I get up to Michigan. My plan for staying warm consisted of a multi-prong plan. I like to use a combination of electric and gas heat, but mostly in winter down in TN I only use electric. We are usually on 30 amp electric so what my normal plan consists of is to use the electric fireplace through the 30 amp service and then I use the portable AC that has a built-in heat pump to augment. Now both of these together are too much for the 30 amp service, however, I run the heat pump off the 20 amp outlet on the post. This allows for the use of both, however, the colder it gets the less efficient a heat pump is. Also, I had a 30 amp outlet at my dad's house but not an accessible 20 amp outlet on a different circuit. I ran all of the heaters one night as I could watch the line draw on my power watchdog. It was consistently pulling 1280 watts on one side of my panel and 1120 on the other so I thought it may work. It didn't throw the breaker that night, but it did the second day. I did plan on using the gas in Michigan a little more and there was a propane company 0.5 miles from the house. I had talked to them about possibly running a line from my camper to the big horizontal tank that they had in the yard, however since It was only going to be a week at a time I decided not to. Also, the propane was about 30% cheaper there than it was at home to fill my 30# tank. Since I have the Mopeka pro sensors, which by the way have traveled over 8000 miles and stayed in place on the tanks, I would just keep a close eye on it when I needed propane. switchover. Amazon LinksMopeka Pro Sensors- amzn.to/3PKWwkTMopeka Halos- amzn.to/48R1XW0Thermometer- amzn.to/48Z8ZI6Don't forget to check out our Facebook Page! facebook.com/gimpycamper/?modal=admin_todo_tourWe are also on instagram www.instagram.com/thegimpycamperWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Tireminder Update Review Gimpy Camper 2024-03-29 | $25 OFFCampingwofld / Tireminder Affiliate link:tireminder.com/go/WAAAAATireminder Follow upHey guys it's Barratt with the Gimpy Camper. As a lot of you know I'm a huge fan of the Tireminder products. They have reached out to me and asked if I wanted to be a part of their new affiliate program. Of course, I said yes. Now you guys can always count on me for full transparency so let's go over the background here first. I have received a couple of tireminder systems in trade for an honest review and I've also gotten a Tireminder Compressor which I am currently working on a review for. As far as this affiliate code, it's my understanding that it only works at Camping World, either online or in person. The link also only has a shelf life of a couple of months, so drop a comment in the description box if it doesn't work and you are interested. For any updated codes I will place in the description under a pinned comment. Now let's get to the nitty gritty... and do a review of the tireminder systems that I have been using for multiple years. In my truck, I still use my trusted TM 88C. I had started out with a 66C which I bought from an individual who got it on a clearance deal. Then Tireminder saw and sent me a TM77. Truthfully, I never had any issue whatsoever with the TM77. It worked great and on our way home from Myrtle Beach it alerted us of a fast leak. Luckily we weren't on the interstate at the time and pulled over where I found a gash in the sidewall of the tire. This is the moment that I became a believer, as if it were not there it would have been a blowout for sure. After they sent me the 88C to review, which for the most part had the exact same functionality with a couple minor differences, I did a giveaway with the TM77 and I hope that the person who one it is still getting great service from it today... and would expect nothing less. While using the 88C I was on my way home from New Orleans, which oddly enough was a New Year's trip, just like the Myrtle Beach Trip, when the Tireminder started beeping and stating that there was a leak. I was able to pull over at the side of the road and after evaluating the tire pressure and looking at the tire I didn't see any problems. Truthfully, I didn't spend very much time evaluating the tire, which was probably my downfall. I got back on the road in haste and everything seemed better for about 10 minutes, then the Tireminder started alarming again. I was about 1/4 mile from an exit as I was trying to get off the interstate when I saw a cloud of smoke in my passenger window. I got the tire changed and made it home. In hindsight the Tireminder was correct and I was wrong. So next time I will evaluate things a little more seriously. After this incident, I removed my Goodyear Endurance Tires, which were still probably ok, but I upgraded my axles, springs, wheels, and went to 16" G-rated Hercules tires, which were so stiff that the guys over at Village Tire in Cleveland had a hard time getting them on the wheels. One had gotten stuck and it took about half an hour for them to convince it to get on the wheel. $25 OFFCampingwofld / Tireminder Affiliate link:tireminder.com/go/WAAAAAAmazon Links: Colby Ultimate Stems: amzn.to/3uFENjOTireminder I10: amzn.to/3hhEF6XTireminder Compressor: amzn.to/48XbyL0Related Videos:Tireminder Compressor Review: youtu.be/U7_LWwdQRasTireminder Compressor vs viair compressor: youtu.be/x1p0_zgSvtETireminder Tips: youtu.be/RLwp_xebijQTireminder 88C: youtu.be/FAq8fTb7AMcCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Haloview BT7 Touch Gimpy Camper 2024-03-22 | Haloview BT7 TouchHey Guys, It's Barratt with the Gimpy Camper. Haloview did it again and recently released a new upgraded camera. They took their BT7 camera which is the best camera system I have seen and made it a touch screen. I will say that this BT7 system is the clearest system that I have ever seen. In the last year, I started picking up some interference and it is a little grainy in my rig. I believe this is due to my wifi system and my blink camera system. But it's still clear enough for this type of system and has very little delay in the footage. I also love the color night vision as it is a lot less distracting than the older system that used to swap to black and white at night. For this system, I installed it on my friend's 40' puma toy hauler. The toy hauler came in handy as we put the patio down flat and I was able to reach the install area with just my 2' step stool. The trailer was prewired with the furrion kit and after I removed the furion plate found the power wire. There was an adapter as usual in the kit and I fed this through the gasket. I wrapped the connections with electrical tape and then used the same screws and screw holes from the mounting plate to mount the camera. I decided to wait until the systems check to put sealant around it though. Haloview did send me a remote antenna that was similar to their old style so that the wireless signal doesn't have to cover the 50 ft from the camera to the truck. Now an improvement is that there is not a chip in this antenna which was subject to water damage in the old style. The antenna wire screwed directly to the camera and after spot cleaning the roof stuck down the cable ties across the roof. Then the backing was removed from the base of the VHB tape on the antenna base and it was attached at the upper corner of the front cap. After this, our attention was moved inside the truck. My friend has one of these fancy patriot mounts and we noticed that if he removed one of his phone mounts he could mount the screen by to it just by taking one of the mounts a part that was sent in the kit as the ball joint of the mount was the exact same size. All we then had to do was to plug in the monitor and add the antennas. Then we moved on to testing. The camera fired right up as soon as the power was supplied to the monitor and the camera. The picture quality was great. We did have to mirror the image to get it in the correct orientation but we didn't have to pair the camera or anything like that. I then went back to the camera to seal around the mounting surface gasket with chemlink. The only issue I noticed was that there was a hole in the top of the camera housing for a wire passthrough that was not needed. I filled this with sealant so there shouldn't be any issues but I didn't really like this hole being there.As far as the touchscreen. It actually seems like the controls are more user-friendly than on the display with the buttons. That being said the functionality is the same. However, I really like this system better, mainly because the screen has a lot cleaner look and is more streamlined. My friend drove his rig an hour home from his trip when we installed this and stated that the camera was great. The video quality was top notch and that there wasn't any noticeable lag in the display. Given that this is built on the BT7 system from halo I have no doubts that it will shine for a long time and that my friends will have a dependable camera to help them along their journeys.Thanks for watching and thanks for being a part of our family. Be sure to turn those notifications on to be notified of next Friday's video when it gets released. Direct haloview affiliate link- haloview.com/byte-tango-bt7-touch-1080p-wireless-backup-camera-system-with-touch-screen.html?acc=746Amazon LinksHaloview BT7 Touch- amzn.to/3Vlz94JHaloview BT7 traditional- amzn.to/3Pq1K5gDon't forget to check out our Facebook Page! facebook.com/gimpycamper/?modal=admin_todo_tourWe are also on instagram www.instagram.com/thegimpycamperWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Inspecting a Used Camper: How to Spot Damages, Water Damage, and Mold Gimpy Camper 2024-03-15 | I was asked by a friend to look at a camper and do an inspection. I was searching for any damages. I was especially looking for water damage. I didn't find any but there were some areas that were suspicious. I passed this information along to the potential buyer and we'll see what they decide to do. Apparently it had came out after my inspection that one of the slides have been completely rebuilt. They decided to pass on this camper.
Sun Outdoors Champions Gate Davenport FL Gimpy Camper 2023-09-22 | We had a quick work trip to Orlando in between our time of SD and going to Michigan to visit family so we decided to take the camper so that we could go to Disney for a couple of days. By the way, in case you didn't know this is a very warm thing to do and I don't really recommend it during the summer... but sometimes you're just in the right place at the right time. We only had a couple of weeks notice and so we didn't really have a lot of time to prepare. I started looking on Campendium which is my go-to if I'm just trying to find a campground near an area of interest. I ran across a couple of campgrounds with availability in the area and while SunOutdoors Championsgate is a little more of an RV park-type place which we usually avoid we gave it a shot. There was some construction on the road in front of the campground, but it wasn't horrible. I will say when you first pull into the park it's very confusing where you are supposed to park to check in at the office. I feel the sign tells you to stop before the office, but then you feel like you are going to possibly block traffic, especially if another rig comes in at the same time. However, there isn't really anywhere else to pull over either. We pulled up beside the office.General Information: This park is actually in Davenport Florida which is on the southern aspect of the Orlando area. It took us about 20 minutes to get to the Disney properties from here as long as traffic was ok. The park does split their sites into standard and premium sites. One thing to keep in mind is that you can't book a specific site without paying a site lock fee. The cost of our site was around $50/night which included a $10 resort fee.Related Videos: Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
WFCO Converter Upgrade Little Guy Max Gimpy Camper 2023-09-15 | WFCO Converter 8735 AD in a little guy max teardrop camper.00:00 intro00:30 Lead Acid Converter01:30 Auto Detect Converter02:56 Cut Power03:35 Remove Cover04:26 Lable Wires05:09 12 Volt Leads06:15 Moving A/C loads07:14 Removing Strain ReliefIn our last video, we talked about installing a unowix Lithium Battery in my friend Tyler’s Little Guy Max. During the installation, I noticed that the power center which also contained an integrated converter was not lithium-compatible. The model that came stock in the camper was model 8735 P. I reached out to my friends at WFCO because the informational pamphlet I found online showed that this converter did have a maximum charge rate of 14.4 volts. So I wasn’t sure if it was compatible with Lithium or not. They stated that it was not designed to work with Lithium batteries and would not charge them fully. As I previously said, standard converters will work with Lithium batteries, but they will not charge them fully. WFCO generously sent me a converter for this project. On the outside, it looks exactly the same as the original one. However, this is the model WF-8735-AD which has the auto detect functionality. It will automatically detect whether the battery attached is lithium or lead acid. This is the same technology that is built into the beast of a converter that I recently put into our fifth wheel. I mentioned before that I didn’t really see the utility in auto-detect myself, however during this install Tyler asked me if he ever made the choice to put the lead acid battery back in his camper. Initially, I told him that we would have to change the converter back, but then I remembered that it does have the autodetect feature and it would match the charging voltage for the lead acid battery. That being said, he’s not got to stretch the legs on this lithium battery yet… once he does, I don’t think he’ll worry about that one again. Toolbox built by Sea Biscuit Metal Designs/websiteseabiscuitmetaldesigns.com/?fbclid=IwAR0BgVHrXRKZ5hm_4zSEND16UgWN9UNTJL47CvtupYQkM_DL4cQQCbDzLHgAmazon Links:Unowix 100 AH Lithium Battery: amzn.to/3Pfvh1MWFCO Power Center: amzn.to/45NTn9eRelated Videos: Uniwix lithium battery upgrade: youtu.be/5zEFjmExbAICamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
TSD Open Roads Gimpy Camper 2023-09-08 | TSD Open Roads RV Fuel Savings00:00 Intro00:55 What is TSD01:17 Is it Free?01:40 Personal Information?02:10 Where Can I Fuel Up?04:32 Fees06:10 Problems08:30 Fuel Savings09:23 Fuel Bill for trip10:10 Total Prices and Discounts11:30 Cheapest Fuel Stop11:45 Most Expensive Stop12:00 Largest Discount Do you have a diesel Truck or Class A and are looking for a way to be able to get a discount at fuel stations that are relatively easy to access? We are going to share our experiences with you about the TSD Open Roads Program. I’m going to give you the down and dirty and we are going to go through our fuel bill from SE TN to SD and back. That’s over 2700 miles worth of fuel. We used this program exclusively both ways on this trip so we could share some real-world numbers with you, but first let's talk about what TSD is?TSD Logistics is a company out of Texas that is actually a freight company. They have created a way to share their fuel card program with the RV community and they call it Open Roads. Let’s go over some common questions people have about the program? Is it really free? Well, there is really no cost to join the program so essentially it is free. There are some fees associated with it though, which we will get into in a minute.How do you apply for the program?You go to the website and fill out the application. There will be a link in the description but it can be found easily by googling TSD Open Roads.Why does the application ask for personal information?The only way to pay for the fuel is to link the program to your bank with a debit card. They do not allow payment with credit cards. Apparently, the reason for this is that credit cards have higher fees per use. They also have to have a way to find you if for some reason the payment doesn’t go through. I mean think about it, you could charge like 50 gallons of diesel on the account… that’s a pretty penny to be liable for. Where does this allow me to get fuel?The program is linked with multiple truck stops. All of the locations are truck stops and the card only works in the trucker lanes. This means that you should always be able to access these areas with relative ease. How do you know where to go to get fuel and what the prices are? Everything is done with the App. You can pull up a map that will show your location and the location of the surrounding truck stops that participate in the program. We usually keep an eye pretty close on where the stations are and try to plan our stops a couple hours in advance so we always know we can get to the next place. On the map, it also shows the price per gallon? If you click on the gas station it will give you information about the truck stop as well as the full price/discount price.Is the price really the discounted price? Yes and no. This goes back to the program having fees built in. Yes, it is this price, but you have a fee you have to pay each truck stop for using the program. This is generally $0.40 at Love's and $0.65 at all other places. Now that’s a total fee so it’s not very bad. Now TSD doesn’t do this out of the goodness of their hearts and they have to make some money somehow or they wouldn’t be doing this. So the total amount of your discount is then totaled, and they have a surcharge fee that is then 10% of your total discount. It can be argued that it is free since it’s only a portion of the discount but the charges are still there. TSD website: tsdlogistics.com/services/fuel-programRelated Videos: Badlands 2023: youtu.be/XTXkTOVf8eMBadlands / Boondocking area: youtu.be/r9OYHvOU2FACamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Unowix Lithium Battery in Little Guy Max Gimpy Camper 2023-09-01 | Today I I’m just introducing a project to you guys. We are starting to do some renovations on a little guy max teardrop camper. This camper belongs to some friends of mine and we are going to do a few things to help them in their journey.s This camper belongs to Tyler and I’ve worked with Tyler for many years and we’ve also done some backpacking together. Just like when I’m in the camper he recently said he was trying to get to some off grid camping and would like to upgrade his battery and electrical system. He was asking what types of lithium batteries I would recommend and to be honest I love my Lion Energy, but If I had it to do over again I’d probably go with a budget battery. We were actually having this conversation when I remembered that unowix had sent me an invitation to review their battery. So I gladly reached out to them and they sent me a 100 AH 12 volt battery. Before I do a full review I want to do some further testing on this product. One of the main things I want to test is the cold weather charging protection. This is where a lot of budget batteries have weaknesses… yes even the ones that say they have that built into the bms. This battery is LiFePO4 chemistry, which is the industry standard and the safest and most stable lithium battery chemistry. This is so you don’t have a larger version of those exploding phones we all remember hearing about. Tyler commented about how light this battery is compared to the conventional battery that we removed. This battery does support a 100 AH max discharge rate and let’s not forget the main reason we want to go lithium to start with… that’s the power. Remember you can get twice as much power with lithium batteries for the same AH because you don’t have to stop at that 50% capacity and it won’t hurt the battery. The only negative thing I can say about the battery so far is that I didn’t see any posts or bolts in the packaging. We had to run to the store and get some M8 bolts, and then I thought one inch would be fine but the bolts were too long. So we temporarily added some washers to complete the circuit, but after thinking about it, I think we may leave those washers on there because they basically function as a battery post as it would be hard to clamp a charger to the bolt head if needed. When we installed this battery we did use the same location he had the lead acid battery in which was a custom-built box that was made for this exact camper up in NE TN. The company name is Sea Biscuit Metal Designs. There are pros and cons to leaving the battery in this location. The pros are that it was a pretty simple install. The cons are that the battery is exposed to more temperature issues during freezing weather. Tyler did ask if he needed to remove the battery in the wintertime and keep it on a trickle charger. I told him there wasn’t any reason to do that with the lithium battery. If he turns the cutoff switch off to the camper the only thing being powered is the battery monitor we also installed at the same time. This will allow him to know how much power is in the battery at a quick glance. We will get more into that in the upcoming videos in this series. This is just the first step. Next up is to replace the converter because the converter that came in the camper is not lithium-compatible. So when I get the new power center we’ll get that installed and test the system out for 2-3 months and come back to you with a good review where we can actually say how the updated system is working. Toolbox built by Sea Biscuit Metal Designs/websiteseabiscuitmetaldesigns.com/?fbclid=IwAR0BgVHrXRKZ5hm_4zSEND16UgWN9UNTJL47CvtupYQkM_DL4cQQCbDzLHgAmazon Links:Unowix 100 AH Lithium Battery: amzn.to/3Pfvh1MWFCO Power Center: amzn.to/45NTn9eRelated Videos: WFCO converter: youtu.be/6yiUiKNjNckCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Deadwood South Dakota Trip Gimpy Camper 2023-08-25 | Welcome to the Gimpy Camper. In this week's episode, we are exploring Deadwood, Lead, and Spearfish SD. We also finished up and went back over to Custer State Park to do the Wildlife loop again. It was a very exciting day and a great time with the family.Related Videos: BlackHills 2023 trip: youtu.be/XTXkTOVf8eMBlackhills 2021 trip: youtu.be/x0FwaNFwUoQBadlands: youtu.be/r9OYHvOU2FACamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Andersen Ultimate Hitch 3 Year Review Gimpy Camper 2023-07-29 | Andersen Ultimate Hitch 3 Year Review00:00 Intro01:30 Failures02:46 Clearances05:20 Pros07:48 Cons09:00 Personal IssuesI have always been happy with my clearances. No, I can't turn 90 degrees but I can get darn close. I don't feel like the small amount of difference to 90 degrees would actually be beneficial at all. I feel I can get this anywhere that I could get it to if I had a 90-degree turning radius. Let's go over the pros of the Andersen Hitch. #1 The price isn't bad when comparing it to other options. #2 For me at least I have a lot of clearance. I did have to reverse the Adapter as with it forward the back of the kingpin would hit the bed rails of my truck when I took a turn. So as counterintuitive as it was, I increased my clearance by reversing the adapter. #3 It's easy to remove. When comparing removing this hitch vs removing the B&W Slider I had before this is night and day different. So let's talk about the cons of the Andersen Ultimate Hitch as well as any personal issues that I have had with it. #1 The biggest con I can think of is that it does put more strain on your Jacks which may cause them to wear out faster as you have to jack the whole camper high enough to clear the hitch. 2. Obviously they aren't the strongest hitches in the world, but I believe that if you aren't taking it to its maximum rating it does have a place in today's market. Truthfully I wouldn't trust any hitch after you were in a major accident. And the issues that I've had with the Andersen Hitch. 1. Last winter I went to pick up the camper from Shelburne RV and it was very cold. The pin was actually frozen solid. Steve was able to use some WD 40 on it and get it to loosen up, however, when we got to our destination which was Davy Crocket Birthplace State Park, it had frozen up again. I was unable to get the ball out. So I removed the ball from the Andersen frame and removed the adapter. After sitting in the camper for about 15 minutes, my balls thawed out and I was able to remove it. I used WD 40 quite generously on it and never had that happen again. The second issue that I had was on our trip to New Orleans a few months ago, the release handle just turned and turned and didn't unlock. I got around this again by removing the entire base and leaving the ball connected in the trailer. After I looked at it closer and removed the handle when we got home I noticed that the plastic handle had broken and just wasn't turning the shaft causing the pin to unlock. I contacted Andersen and they sent me a new handle free of charge. The only other problem that I had started about a year ago. My camper was down at Shelburne RV and I went to pick it up and Steve told me that the set screws in the Andersen adapter were stripped out. I talked to Andersen and they sent me four new screws again free of charge. However, when I went to look at it, it seemed fine. Amazon LinksExtra Long Hex Bits: amzn.to/3CXKy0lAndersen Ultimate Hitch: amzn.to/3r9MwbkAndersen Safety Chain Kit: amzn.to/3rcH1ZpRotaflex lockout kit: amzn.to/3re81HOGenY Gooseneck Adapter: amzn.to/447pEHRReese Goosebox: amzn.to/3r90UAwRelated Videos: Andersen Hitch Install: youtu.be/eHTzdKpHDsgMy Daughter Putting the base in: youtu.be/1F9mFnRzfakTravel Day Problems: youtu.be/3CW1PWLLyM4Lockout Kit Install: youtu.be/wHD3eIKGThICamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Slide out sleds Gimpy Camper 2023-07-21 | A few years ago we had a slide puncture a hole in our floor and we actually had a new floor installed in our camper. I have noticed some scratch marks and had been using these slide-out sleds for a while. You can get versions both for carpet as well as for hard floor surfaces. I have been using these on our heavy entertainment slide for a while but after installing our custom wooden desk where our kitchen table was recently I started using them on both slides. I did purchase these with my own money. They do tend to work very well as one side is a black rubberized material that doesn't allow them to slide along the floor and then the slide comes in over the plastic side which allows it to glide across the top. I would actually recommend these for any slide-out to prevent getting the scratches in the floor to start with. I've had the one set for about three years now and they have also held up fine. The biggest problem for me is where to put them when not in use. There is a hole in the ends so you can hang them, but most campers don't have a lot of wall space. We end up stacking ours up and putting them on top of the cabinet in our living room area. I will say the first pair took me by surprise when they came because they were all curled up in a small box. After you use them a couple times they flatten out just fine though. We do have an Amazon link in the description if you are interested in this product and as usual, it does help the channel out if you go through that link. Thanks for being a part of our family and following our adventures. Amazon Links:Slide Out Sled: amzn.to/3XAQMfVCarpet Slide out Sled: amzn.to/3XwO1MQCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Soft Start Gimpy Camper 2023-07-14 | Today I want to talk to you guys about soft starts for your A/C. There are a few reasons that they are helpful and we will go over those in just a minute. Essentially an RV air conditioner has a very hard jolt on your electrical system when the capacitor for the compressor kicks on. What a soft start does is take that sudden jolt of electricity and gradually ramp up the power needed. It's actually this sudden kick when the compressor turns on which prevents you from being able to run a rooftop air with a smaller sized generator in a lot of cases. Some people actually run a single air conditioner on a 2000 watt generator with a soft start, but I think generally more people use a slightly larger unit at about 2200 watts. I reached out to SoftStartRV and they sent me one of their soft starts to install and review with you guys. So what are some options that open up when you use a soft start?As mentioned you can operate a single air conditioner on a smaller generator. You can also run a single a/c off of a regular 15-20 amp outlet and have a lot less issues. If you have a soft start on two rooftop air conditioners, this also allows you to run both of those air conditioners from a 30 amp power supply. The main reason that I wanted to install a soft start was that my generator had no problems running my rooftop air conditioner, However, I had installed a transfer switch with a dedicated cord that is always ready to go but when I would use this cord instead of running the external shore power cable it would lower my voltage just enough that the transfer switch would cut off. By installing this soft start I don't have any more issues with the transfer switch cutting off with the generator. I also use the same generator cord to plug into a receptacle that gets power from my inverter. I have been having an issue with the transfer switch but it now has to do with using the microwave on inverter power. I'm still sorting that one out. But that's a whole other can of worms. I will say that we do have a promotional link in the description, so if you do want to do this upgrade it will help the channel if you go to our link which is actually www.softstartrv.com/gimpycamper Installation of this product was very easy. It requires no splicing of wires. All you have to do is to remove the cover on the air conditioner, add terminals on the ends of the wires, and swap connections as indicated by the instructions. To make it even easier, they have wiring diagrams for each type of air conditioner (which I actually forgot to get online and print out.) I actually used a video guide that was made by an independent party for my dometic air conditioner. If needed they will also video chat with you while you are on your roof trying to install the unit. Now if that's not customer service I'm not sure what is. I installed my unit with no issues. The hardest part in my opinion was trying to run the wires, make them look nice, and be sure that they were not near the fan. It does come with all the connectors needed, but I did supply my own high-quality connectors as the video I watched on installation pointed out that the connectors were pretty large compared to the size of the wire. Installation probably took me about thirty minutes as I rechecked every step a couple of times because I was worried that I would make a wrong connection. Related Videos: Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
RV Converter Upgrade- WFCO 65 AMP Gimpy Camper 2023-07-07 | RV Converter Upgrade00:00 Intro03:10 Problem04:25 Initial Installation06:52 Replacing the original Converter08:00 Pros08:20 ConsBattery Charge Calculator: footprinthero.com/battery-charge-time-calculatorI did reach out to WFCO to see if there was any way that you could disable the smart aspects of the converter because I was strictly using it as an off-grid charger. They said that there was no way this could be done and that the higher charging rate all the time could hurt the batteries. I don't think they quite understood my unique use of the converter. But it still worked great for my purpose.A couple months later I decided to combine my galley tank drain with my main tanks on the RV and while I had some holes in the underbelly I thought "Well now would be a good time to run my generator wire (which was previously ran underneath the camper on the outside) and a 12 gauge wire to feed my 20 amp circuit for my converter. So I ran these strands of wire and after making Swiss cheese out of my underbelly and patching it all back together I couldn't be happier with my decision to make this my primary converter. We have been boondocking here in South Dakota for a week and it has been great. I can usually get away with just running the generator a couple hours a day to fill my batteries most of the way up. To get a little better understanding of why I wanted to switch to something with a higher amperage If you charge 35 amp hours worth of lithium batteries at 20 amps it will take 16.6 Hours. If it's charging at 30 amps it reduces to 11.1 hours. If this charging rate is increased to 55 amps then it reduces the charging time down to 6 hours. All of these figures were calculated using an online calculator which I'll link in the description. The major pro of this converter for me is that it obviously charges my system a lot faster. I've been more than happy with it and have actually removed my old converter. I am going to repurpose it in a friend's camper so we will see it again. The cons are small, but there are a couple. Depending on where you mount this converter the fan on it can be a little noisy. This is a nonissue for us as it's mounted in the front compartment, but you have to remember that's a lot of juice it's supplying and it has to cool off. The only other complaint that I've read is that sometimes the automatic switching between lead acid and lithium can be an issue where people have to drain their batteries all the way down before it recognizes that they are lithium. I never had this issue. I will say I'm not sure what the big deal is about a converter that knows and adjusts automatically as it's not like you change the batteries back and forth between lithium and lead acid unless you are either switching to lithium or perhaps removing your battery bank and putting lead acid in when you are selling your camper. Either way, I would personally say a switch to go back and forth is more than sufficient. Sometimes we can just get in this predicament when we start relying on technology too much. Like I said, I'm more than happy with this converter and I would have no problems recommending it to you guys as it's solved some issues that I've had and it works great. Amazon Links: WFCO 65 Amp Converter- amzn.to/446pYXk Related Videos: Original Lithium Converter Video: youtu.be/blzHPDA-sWYCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Best Predator Exhaust Extension #Shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-06-30 | In this video, we just show a quick overview of the best exhaust extension that we have found to go on the predator 3500. This exhaust has lasted longer than any of the previous issues without needing any maintenance such as additional tightening. Please be very careful when using any generator near a camper or living structure. Do your homework on Carbon monoxide exposure and precautions. Do this at your own risk. I'm only showing you what I have done for my own camper here. Related Videos: 3 Year Review Predator 3500: youtu.be/dEFIoEslI_AInstalling Predator 3500 in RV: youtu.be/QH0R3KfJSx0Best Exhaust for predator 3500: youtu.be/CyXKb5QaLKUAdditional mods for predator 3500: youtu.be/YZrglOz16yQAmazon Links:Slide Tray: amzn.to/3Nb2UAIDiesel Exhaust: amzn.to/45OkD8nU bolt for exhaust: amzn.to/43jXY2kCarbon Monoxide Detector (we have this mounted just inside our slide above the generator): amzn.to/43YyFmrCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by Soundstripe: IJNJIXV698YYRNMTI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Air Compressor in RV Gimpy Camper 2023-06-30 | Air Compressor Relocation in the RVHey, it's Barratt from the Gimpy Camper. Those of you that have been following the channel for a while might remember that when I installed my predator generator in the camper I had installed a Rigid Pancake compressor inside the camper. I did this by running a small hose to both sides of the storage bays to give an air outlet near the tires. When I first did this my plan was to plumb in some air lines near the tires. I finally talked myself out of it because that was just overkill right. During my recent electrical upgrades, I decided to remove my pancake compressor from the RV because I was trying to free up space in the RV Storage. Tireminder actually sent me one of their new compressors and I was so impressed with it that I thought I'd just put it in the front with the electrical and keep the space in the storage. I will say that I changed this plan because... well because I lost the tireminder compressor. lol. By the way, after I finished this project I did find the Tireminder compressor again and we will be having a video in the future on it. I did get the bright idea though that there wasn't really any reason that the compressor needed to be where it was as I had the air outlets and I also had a drain extension. I always leave the compressor on and just plug it in when I need it, whether that be to the camper or to an extension cord that I have going to the generator. But I had this feeling that it would probably fit behind the removable panel that covers all the wiring and plumbing. So I took the panel down and sure enough it fits. It obviously didn't fit perfectly and does sit down on one side into a little void, but it does work. So I decided to leave it behind the panel. I made a hole in the panel so the air hoses, the drain hose, and the electrical cord could pass. Then I put the panel back on. I thought this was a great upgrade. It wasn't until I was actually coming up with ideas for this video and talking about it until that whole, plumbing an airline back to the tires idea came into my head. I had a few access holes cut in my underbelly to do an install of the BAL Hide A Spare under my camper as the original spot that it was mounted wouldn't fit my new larger tires. This turned into making a few more access holes in order to run some electrical wires, this turned into "while it's open let's combine the galley tank drain in the rear with the main tank drain in the front... and finally, this turned into... well, while it's open let's go ahead and run an airline back to the frame near the tires. I ordered an airline system from Amazon and some push-on connectors, as well as a couple of bulkhead brass pipe fittings, and some quick connects. I did have to make a 3/4"hole in the frame for the bulkhead fittings. I did this with a Milwaukee Dozer hole saw set. I was then able to tighten the bulkhead fittings down and connect the airline to the back with all the premade fittings. I used one of my smaller pieces of air hose to go from the compressor down to the underbelly to try to decrease the stress on the tubing. I then used a 1/4" nipple out of the bulkhead fitting to the quick connect fitting.
3 Years Later: The Truth About RV Roof Armor Gimpy Camper 2023-06-26 | We have a few videos showing our install of our RV armor roof as well as a couple issues we had. All issues are fixed and the roof required no maintenance this year. The company honors the warranty even if you don't inspect it, but I would prefer to be on top of things. I'm verry happy with this years inspection. The components we added last year are in great shape. The areas we patched last year which is where a wire went across the roof and flapped too much has also been fine after adding some more areas to glue it down better. Just after we did that we switched to a camera that no longer has to have the wire though. But it's up there for good now. Related Videos: Insty Connect Install: youtu.be/62iLc3LumGoRV Armor install video: youtu.be/_aYGApD3GnARV Armor 1 Year Update: youtu.be/2G8_LeeWtE4RV Armor Update 2022: youtu.be/8oRCtIf6TNMCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Strorage Fix Gimpy Camper 2023-06-23 | In this episode, we noticed that some of the boards forming our basement storage had come loose and had movement in them. We used a jack to force the boards together and placed decking screws in them. We also used some aluminum strapping and rivets to hold the aluminum skirting with more support. Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Dual RV Air Conditioners on Generator Power #Shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-06-21 | This is how we power both of our Air Conditioners with generators when it's really hot outside and we want to enjoy all the comforts of home. Related Videos: Predator 3500 3 year review: youtu.be/dEFIoEslI_APortable Air Conditioner 1 year review: youtu.be/5FXoiBqJXMoPredator 2000: youtu.be/oIQPUXVhlNECamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by Soundstripe: QDUPNV3EX7Q1EJ2BI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Mopeka Pro Gimpy Camper 2023-06-17 | Do you know how much propane is in your tanks? I used to keep some of the inline propane gauges on the RV but they really weren't helpful. They basically just tell you when the tank is empty. I've often said if I was going to upgrade to a gauge I would pick the Mopeka Gauge just because it's the only system that I've seen people consistently give good reviews on. I will say this really isn't necessary for the average RV user. If you just want to save some money all you have to do is turn one of your propane tanks off. I have often said that the automatic switchover is one of the worst things ever made for an RV. It uses one tank and then switches over to the other tank. When this happens and you run out of propane, you are just that... out of propane. This will inevitably happen in the middle of the night and is usually during periods of high use, such as using the furnace in the wintertime. So if this happens then none of your propane appliances are going to work, including the heat when it's freezing in the middle of the night. You can get away from this problem by simply turning one of your propane tanks off. Yes, this means you will run out of propane faster, but at the same time, you will always have a 50% reserve. Then if you run out of propane in the middle of the night all you have to do is turn on the other tank. Then you know in the next couple of days at your leisure the empty tank needs to go be refilled. The first step to the installation is to download the Mopeka App. I would recommend using the Halos which are circular pieces that go under the tanks rather than the spacers that come with the sensors. I've read reports of the metal spacers breaking and when you don't have a full floor under the tank, it will be very limited on where the spacer actually makes contact. Go ahead and put those halos on the bottom of the tank..I've been very impressed with these sensors. I knew they would work good, but I'm most impressed that they work through Bluetooth as I didn't get the wifi bridge but I get notifications in my house from my camper that's across the street and probably about 300-400 ft away. I'm also impressed that the sensors have stayed on when we are on very rough roads.I was worried it would be a pain when filling the tanks but it really hasn't been that bad. What I usually do is remove the sensor and place it in the compartment with the dielectric grease up in the propane cubby so I don't get the two mixed up. Then when I bring the tanks back I just put it on the bottom when I'm putting the tank back in. It's easy breezy and gives you a little more idea about how much propane is in your tanks. We are happy with this upgrade. If you are interested in the sensors there are links in the description.Amazon Links:Mopeka Pro Sensor: amzn.to/3Nahh8wMopeka Tank Halo: amzn.to/3WJhLWtMopeka wifi bridge (allows you to check your propane level from anywhere if you have wifi at your rig/ we do not have this): amzn.to/43C6OblRelated Videos:My updated winterizing with air: youtu.be/8Fx_RR_a--EMy first winterizing video: youtu.be/OZmHEmNAzRMDewinterizing video: youtu.be/26ssxkKtyZYCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Unbelievable RV Setup with the Predator 3500 Gimpy Camper 2023-06-13 | Just a look at the Predator 3500 we installed on a slide tray a couple years ago. It's still going strong. Obviously, there is a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning anytime you have an engine running close to your living area. Please be safe and do your research before doing anything like this. Our generator does run outside and there is an exhaust extension as well as a fan that blows exhaust away from the camper.Related Videos: 3 Year Review Predator 3500: youtu.be/dEFIoEslI_AInstalling Predator 3500 in RV: youtu.be/QH0R3KfJSx0Best Exhaust for predator 3500: youtu.be/CyXKb5QaLKUAdditional mods for predator 3500: youtu.be/YZrglOz16yQAmazon Links:Slide Tray: amzn.to/3Nb2UAIDiesel Exhaust: amzn.to/45OkD8nU bolt for exhaust: amzn.to/43jXY2kCarbon Monoxide Detector (we have this mounted just inside our slide above the generator): amzn.to/43YyFmrCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by Soundstripe: OMFGXTVYDMVSY8MEI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Black Hills Day Trip // Bison // Burros // Mount Rushmore // Crazy Horse Gimpy Camper 2023-06-09 | Black Hills Day TripWe are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate00:00 Intro01:35 Guide Along App03:35 Crazy Horse Memorial05:04 Needles Hwy05:28 Needles Eye Tunnel06:45 Custer State Park07:35 Custer Wildlife Loop09:40 Iron Mountain RoadHey guys, I'm Barratt with the Gimpy Camper. We are currently staying in our favorite place here on the wall out in Wall, SD. It's our favorite place to camp that we have ever been to. It's just outside of Badlands National Park and just down the road from Wall Drug. If you are interested in more about this area, check out this video that we did last time we were here. It will explain how to get here as well as some recommendations on which way to come in. One of the things that we highly recommend while in the area is the Guidealong downloadable audio tour which is formerly known as the gypsy app. We fell in love with it on our last trip out west and will personally purchase this for every place that we go to that has it available. It downloads to your phone so it will work when you are in a park without service. When you drive across a GPS point it will play audio about the area you are in and even tell you what you'll see if you turn a different direction at a road crossing. I do have an affiliate link at the bottom of all of my videos for this because we love it so much. Last time we were in the area we had never even heard of Needles Hwy. We started driving toward the Blackhills and the app started playing by itself. It said that it hoped we devoted 6-8 hours for this adventure which caught us by surprise as we had just planned on going to stopping in at Mt. Rushmore. This time we knew more of what was in store and did devote longer to it. We were starting our voyage at the Crazy Horse Memorial and as we made it over that way we passed through the small town of Keystone. Keystone just has that old west small town feel as you drive through it. I'm not sure what it is, but I really like the little town. I'm sure it's just the locals version of Gatlinburg for us back in TN. We started our tour at Crazy Horse, then followed the Needles Hwy all the way through Custer State Park and down Iron Mountain Road ending at the iconic Mount Rushmore. The Guide Along App which was formerly known as the Gypsy app took us on an excellent adventure through the Black Hill and I highly recommend it. There is an affiliate link below.Related Videos: Badlands / Boondocking area: youtu.be/r9OYHvOU2FACamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
RV Door Stop Hack#Shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-06-04 | This is one of our most used RV Hacks... the Bedroom door used to close by itself all the time. All we did was add an RV baggage door holder to the bottom of the door with the magnet mounted to the wall. The only time it shuts now is when we want it to or during transport.Amazon Link:Magnetic Baggage Door Catch: TMPQIM9I17GQ28ZFCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by Soundstripe: TMPQIM9I17GQ28ZFI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Badlands Boondocking Area Gimpy Camper 2023-06-03 | Just hanging out at our favorite camping spot.... for more invormation check out the video we did before here at ... youtu.be/r9OYHvOU2FA
Quick Disconnect Anode Rod RV Water Heater Gimpy Camper 2023-06-02 | Have you ever heard of a quick disconnect anode rod? 00:00 Intro00:39 Base Install01:37 Anode install02:05 Pros03:16 Cons04:32 Final Thoughts As a lot of you know we typically winterize the camper multiple times per year. I ran across a product a few months ago that I'd like to share with you that makes this process easier. It's called the QD anode rod. This is not a sponsored video. I bought this product with my own money. Installation was fairly straightforward. You remove the old anode rod. Then you have to screw in the adapter with some Teflon tape. This is the hardest part of the installation. We used a large set of channel locks which were still hard to get into the space and turn the base. It was hard to get tight, but according to their Instagram account, they have listened to their feedback and have been working to change their design so that it can be put on with a standard socket. After you get that tight the installation process is pretty much done. You just get the anode rod and put it into the hole. Then the arms wrap around the end of the anode rod and a safety pin holds them together which locks them in place. The only place that this product is available is on their website. I will say the price is a little steep. It's currently $55. Let's go over the pros/cons.The pros include the fact that it is easy to take in and out. It also gets rid of one of the problems that you have if you leave the rod out which would be that rust can form on the threads causing it to be hard to get the rod in and out. The hardest part of winterizing, until you do it a few hundred times, is also getting the anode rod to go in straight and not cross-thread it. So you don't ever have to worry about cross-threading it because you don't have to mess with the threads anymore.The cons include the Price which I think is a little steep, but if you have ever spent a while trying to get that anode rod in and it gives you a problem getting it in... then it's probably worth it. The assembly does fit in the suburban water heater with no issues but it is a tight fit. I'll also say that I shared this product with Steve over at Shelburne RV and he has a pretty close relationship with Suburban. He shared it with them and they said that because it does hold the anode rod out of the tank a little, which is the depth of the adapter, then they would not warranty an issue with the water heater. That's just something to keep in mind if you have a newer unit. We have been happy with this product so far. It's very easy to install and remove the anode rod now and I would recommend this product.www.qdanode.cominstagram.com/qdanodeAmazon Links:Tap Set: amzn.to/3qnipg3Related Videos:My updated winterizing with air: youtu.be/8Fx_RR_a--EMy first winterizing video: youtu.be/OZmHEmNAzRMDewinterizing video: youtu.be/26ssxkKtyZYCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
RV shower shelf Gimpy Camper 2023-05-26 | grantedengineering.comGranted Engineering shower bar.Do you have issues with your shampoo falling off in the RV Shower? For me, this has always been one of the biggest pains with travel day. I don't know why it irritates me so much, but on travel days I always try to remember to go in the shower and get all the shampoo and body wash off the shelves and put on the shower floor because otherwise they just fall off in the floor anyway. In one of my Facebook groups, this product was highly recommended so I thought I'd try it out. I found it on Amazon and I will say that it was a little more expensive than I thought it would be. It's not bad per piece at the current price of $15. However, when you consider that I needed 3 for my shower that was $45. I had made up my mind that I was going to go ahead and order these because I felt like it would make a big difference in the functionality and would be worth it. I decided to reach out to them to see if they would be interested in sponsoring their product for an honest review. They did respond and sent me three of their bars at no charge for an honest review. The installation is pretty simple and straightforward. I saw that there were two sizes available and assumed that for my shower the regular size would be the best, but I will say that after I put them on I think the larger size would have been better. Just because in my particular shower the telescoping portion of the rod was almost at it's maximum capacity and I was afraid it wouldn't hold, but so far we've driven from TN to Washington DC and back and had no failures of the bar. As far as the install process you want to start with your shampoo and stuff on your shelf. Then test fit the shelf so it will be high enough to hold the bottles on but not so high that you can't get the bottles out over the top of them easily. Then Clean the area with alcohol and remove the VHB tape backing. Then just push it down firmly on the shower wall surface, then the same thing on the other side... then you are done. Just do this on all 3 shelves. Overall I think this is a great product and to a lot of people it will be worth the price charged. The pros of this product include not having to take everything down before travel day and not being clumsy and knocking the bottles off during almost every shower. The only negative aspects that I have found so far are that I think the price point for 3 or more is a little high, but like I said I had talked myself into ordering them before I reached out to them. The only other thing was that I should have gotten the longer size for my application as they did mount a little further away from the corner than I thought it would which required a little more length than anticipated. During my travel, I have only had one thinner bottle of shampoo fall through the hole under one of the brackets. I'm overall happy with the product and glad I decided to give it a try. If you are interested I'll put a link in the description. Granted Engineering Long Shelf: grantedengineering.com/ols/products/rv-camper-travel-trailer-bathroom-extra-long-stick-on-shower-corner-storage-barAmazon Link for bar used in video: amzn.to/3WCyFpmCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Lippert Solid Step Gimpy Camper 2023-05-19 | Lippert Solid Steps Vs Morryde Step Above00:00 Intro00:51 Why new steps?02:58 Lippert Quad Step03:41 Pros/Cons to Fold Out Steps04:25 Lippert vs Morryde08:03 Complaints08:48 Thoughts about Lippert We installed the new Lippert Solid Steps on the camper. Our camper came with the Morryde Step Above with the three-step system.We have had some problems with our steps being long enough, especially when camping on a bank at the water. We had previously resolved this with some wooden blocks and a platform stool with adjustable feet. However, with our recent suspension upgrades, we gained about 4" of lift so I'm assuming that these problems would be worse. So we could use a couple extra inches... but who couldn't. lolI actually haven't had any issues yet but everywhere we have been has been level since the change. I had started doing some research about replacing my 3 step morryde system with a quad step. This way I could eliminate the extra platform step that we take around in the storage for those situations. Since the only steps I have tried are the Morryde steps that came with the camper I reached out to Lippert to see if they would want to provide a set of steps for me to review and compare to the Morryde. They sent me this quad step for an honest review. During my research the quad step at Lippert is suggested with a floor height of 35 to 44". My Threshold is 38" off the ground. The only other option is that the stair comes in two widths. Due to the width of our door, I had to order the narrow set that is 26". So let's look at the pros and cons of the fold-out steps. Both the Morryde and the Lippert steps share these pros and cons. After this, we will discuss the differences between them. The Pros are obviously that the steps don't bounce and are very solid. This is especially helpful for us larger people. The construction of both of these steps are top-notch. The cons of this style of steps are the fold-in aspect. This can bring a lot of dirt, rocks, and water inside the rig if you aren't careful as when you fold them up, anything that is on the top of the steps just dumps right in the floor when you close them.Let's compare the two steps. To be completely transparent this is the newest version of the Lippert Step and probably not the newest version of the Morryde Step, but it's the only one that I have any experience with. Obviously, there is a major difference between these two and that is the length. They are both constructed well and are very strong. The main differences are the size of the top step. The Morryde top step is the same as the rest of the steps, but the Lippert top step is larger. It's more of a platform on the top. The other main difference is the adjustment. So far these steps are holding up great. I can see that we could have the opposite problem if we have a site that goes uphill at the steps because the bottom step is pretty low to the ground. But I've only had that happen like once in all the places we've stayed at. It is usually sloping downward to help with drainage if it's not level. Amazon Links:Lippert Solid Step (26" Quad Step): amzn.to/3oYancOLippert Solid Step (26" Triple Step): amzn.to/3HuINugLippert Solid Step Handrail: amzn.to/3NorfDQLippert Solid Step Lift Assist: amzn.to/40ZIWg2Platform Stool: amzn.to/3LroEGJRelated Videos: Today We Go - Solid Step hack- youtu.be/dI42cbkq9C4Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Move RV Spare Tire #BAL #Hideaspare Gimpy Camper 2023-05-12 | BAL Hide A Spare - Relocating the Spare Tire00:00 Intro01:23 Options for Relocation02:45 Where to Mount04:18 Clearance04:45 InstallIn this video, we are going to talk about relocating our spare tire underneath the camper in our 2019 Cougar 29RKS using the BAL Hide a spare.After the recent upgrade of our suspension including Hercules H-rated tires, going from 15" wheels to 16" wheels, and beefing up the springs... our spare tire wouldn't fit in the front compartment anymore because it's larger than the factory tire and besides that, we had recently decided to move our electrical wiring from our storage bay to the front compartment. On our last trip, the spare tire had to ride in the storage, which took most of the storage compartment so that's not going to work.There aren't very many options to do this and both of the options that I thought would work the best were from a company called BAL. They have two different products for this purpose. One is called the Retract a Spare. This system uses a winch similar to how spare tires are usually mounted under truck beds. My new Hercules tire is on the hefty side though and I felt this might be a lot of pressure for this type of system. I decided to go with their hide-a-spare system. Just so you know they have this in two different models. The only difference between these models is that one model 28217 is made for RVs without an enclosed underbelly and the spare actually goes up between the frame to save ground clearance. Then there is the model we have 28218 which is made for enclosed underbellies. With this model, the biggest issue is going to be ground clearance. I have seen a few pictures where people mount these at the very front or the very rear of their trailer. This is not recommended as it decreases the clearance when you go over hills or valleys in the road. It is recommended that you mount it as close to the axles (either behind or in front) as you can because this area is going to have the least amount of ground clearance change as the axles are going to be the same relative height no matter what terrain you are on. It's also important to note that we have a lot more ground clearance than our trailer came stock with... it's very important not to overestimate the clearance there. this tire carrier will take up 11-12 inches underneath your camper and then they say to add an inch for suspension bounce too, but like I say if it's not near the axle the clearance can vary a lot.Related Videos:RV Travel Day Problems:youtu.be/3CW1PWLLyM4Suspension Upgrades:RV Underbelly Repair: youtu.be/WFMXAKptjGAAmazon Links:Hide a Spare for Enclosed Underbellies: amzn.to/3KzZR3QHide a Spare for Open Underbellies: amzn.to/3m6PbQKRetract a Spare: amzn.to/3Kz4GKICamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associate
RV Suspension Upgrades Gimpy Camper 2023-05-05 | Suspension Updates00:00 Intro01:10 Suspension Problems04:30 Previous Lift06:35 Hercules H-rated Tires07:55 New Axles08:50 New Springs09:10 ResultsToday we are going to go over some major suspension upgrades that we recently did on the camper. I had actually ran into some used 16-inch wheels and 5200 lb axles and had planned on installing them on our camper eventually. During our trip to New Orleans, we had a blowout of our Goodyear Endurance tire. So I thought instead of replacing the single 15” tire, it would be a good time to move forward with these upgrades and use the money that would have gone to this tire to go towards the project. So for the most part we have really liked our Cougar 2019 29 RKS but for us, we have been plagued with suspension problems. When you first look at it, it appears that there is plenty of clearance until you actually get down on the ground and look at it. From the factory, there is only about 1.5” of clearance from the tires to the bottom of the camper. This was first noticed a few years ago when we got back from our trip to the Huntsville Space and Rocket Center and saw a piece of wire loom sticking out of the side of the camper. Because despite being 1.5” clearance above the tire, they did run some wiring just above the tire. I took the rig to camping world in Chattanooga, who actually lost my camper. They said they were looking for a travel trailer and not a fifth wheel. The fix that they did was the first of the suspension modifications. They shortened the shackles which they stated should give an extra inch of lift. The tech I talked to even agreed that more should be done, but Keystone wouldn’t approve it. They did move the wiring for me as I talked to some people in my 29 RKS group and apparently, there is enough slack to be able to move the wire over to the side of the frame without even having to splice anything. About a year later I noticed that there was some rubbing present again. I did weigh the rig at that time and it was 160 lbs overweight. Also, this was after I upgraded the tires the first time, so a significant portion of this weight was from the tires and not the actual weight on the trailer suspension. On our last round of upgrades to the suspension, we fabricated 1 ¾” lift blocks to put as a spacer over the axles. This helped level out the camper and also Helped our clearance issue over the tires as well as gave us extra ground clearance a the very back of the camper. This for the most part fixed all of my issues. However, the 4400lb axles were always an issue for me since the camper is weighted for a total of 10,400 lbs. Granted I know you have some tongue weight but still. I did buy some sumo springs to augment the 4400 lb axles but we never got them installed. Going to the 5200 lbs axles actually gets the weight rating where I would expect the minimum to be. If I were buying everything new I probably would have personally gone with 7500 lb axles. As far as the installation goes, I prepared by buying and having the tires mounted ahead of time. I wanted to really go overboard with tire strength so we decided to go with H-rated Hercules 14-ply tires. These tires were so stiff that it took 45 minutes for one of the tires with a team of 2-3 people and a heavy-duty tire machine here at Village Tire in Cleveland TN to get the tires mounted. I then met up with Steve over at Shelburne RV for the installation of the axles. So just look at these two bad boys side by side. Both the axles and the tires are a significant difference. The one thing that we didn’t think of when going from the 225/75/15 tires to the 235/80/16 tires was that the diameter went from 28.3 inches to 30.8 inches. We weren’t actually planning on replacing the springs but there wasn’t any clearance with the new tires, even with the lift blocks. So we went from a 4-leaf spring to a 5-leaf spring. Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Trailer Hack #shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-04-30 | It's a good idea to have a cover over your trailer wiring harness. This way mud doesn't clog it up and cause issues. Amazon Link: amzn.to/3nfoLwRCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Guide Along App formerly known as the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Camco Curved Levelers Gimpy Camper 2023-04-28 | Camco Curved LevelersThe easy way to level an RV without an Autolevel System. I did pay for all of these supplies with my own money.A couple years ago I made a video on these Camco Curved RV Levelers. In my head, I knew exactly what I wanted to show, but it came out a little disjointed, to say the least. I was thinking about it and decided we should do a two-year review on the levelers. Pros: The levelers are easy to use. They are faster than using Lego-type blocks. They have held up well.Cons: They can sink in soft ground. You can get the base mats from Camco now. Sometimes I do have to put the truck into 4wd to back onto the leveler, especially when on gravel. They may not be cheap, but they are a lot cheaper than auto-level systems and I've seen a lot of problems that people have with the auto-leveling systems. When used in conjunction with a level you can see from the truck, whether that be an electronic Bluetooth level like the level mate pro or a large bubble level like the one we recently installed on the front of the camper it is very easy to tell when the camper is level side to side.What problems have I had? I had to buy a replacement for one... but it was because I put it in the back of my truck and it was gone after I got home from a trip. The yellow portion was gone, which is strange because it sure feels like it wouldn't blow out, but definitely I recommend storing them inside somewhere now. Amazon Links:Camco Curved Levelers: amzn.to/422TxHVLarge Bubble Level: amzn.to/446RaWuLego Style Leveling Blocks: amzn.to/3VgS6DBChocks for Lego style Blocks: amzn.to/3Lbuw6BCamco Trailer Aide (I haven't used this but I would like to try it): amzn.to/446U5P1CamcoRelated Videos:Initial Curved Leveler Video: youtu.be/MgTzqblk0yMFront Bubble Level Video: youtu.be/wSm0ViDXIxECamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
George Washingtons Mt. Vernon #shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-04-23 | We stopped on the way home at Mt. Vernon. There was Parking for our Camper and we had a wonderful time exploring the grounds with my daughter.Music by Soundstop: R7GK6BPXUI1PRQYS
Steven Udvar Hazy Center #shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-04-18 | Our first trip to the Steven Udvar Hazy Center. There was just so much crammed into this place. A true living piece of history.Music by soundstripe: OQRFKK5QX0PBU7LW
Power Watchdog Gimpy Camper 2023-04-14 | Power Watchdog Install00:00 Intro04:29 the Plan05:00 Install07:45 ProblemsI have been using a progressive Industries 30 amp surge protector since I bought my camper. When we were in Michigan a few months ago it stopped working. The million-dollar question then turns into "Did it quit working because it's a piece of junk or did it quit working because it did its job and protected the RV?" That's the strange thing about the predicament. I have no idea if it was a good investment or not. I did take it apart and it has no signs of obvious damage, so who knows. Now a lot of you that know me may think that it's strange that I use a 30 amp surge protector for my 50 amp camper. The truth is that I ordered and still have a 50 amp progressive industries surge protector because I bought it when I ordered my camper. I have used this a total of once in three years and we routinely take two trips per month all year long. The truth is a lot of the places that we go to do not have 50 amp service. I'm not the type that goes to resorts all the time, in fact, I've only been to a resort twice. It's not really my thing. #1 I'm too cheap, and #2 they don't usually have the site space I prefer. So because of this I got used to using some equipment that I had from my previous camper. I use a 30 amp surge protector, a 30 amp extension cord that I use for my main power cord, and a 30/50 amp adapter that attaches directly to the RV power inlet. I've just gotten used to this and it satisfies our power needs. We do only have one rooftop A/C unit, but we did add a portable air conditioner as a second air conditioner and we power this directly from the 15 amp outlet at the power post this means that we do not have to worry about the power draw on the portable ac, which also has a built-in heat pump affecting our power usage for the rest of the camper. I've gotten so used to this system and its ease of use, that I use this even when we are at a 50 amp service. The only time I've ever used the 50 amp cord was actually in the function of using it as an extension cord when my 30 amp cord wouldn't reach.I decided that if I was going to replace my surge protector, I would rather install one that is hardwired as that way I won't have to worry about it getting stolen or anything like that. I contacted Power Watchdog because I know a lot of people are very happy with their products and they stated that their 50 amp unit would still function properly with 30 amp service connected to it. I decided to order one of their units. I placed the order on Amazon thinking that I hit a great deal on an open box item... then the Item came and it was the plug-in version and not the hard-wired version. So I had to send it back and order one at full price. Yes, I did buy this product with my own money. I had seen a post in a 29 RKS group that I have that someone installed it in the cabinet where I had previously had my power outlet for my portable air conditioner, and it looked very nice so I decided to use their design. I removed the panel I was going to mount it to as well as the outlet from the panel. I traced the outline of the power watchdog to the panel and then used a jigsaw to cut it out. It would be a much cleaner cut if you used a scroll saw but I feel that it turned out ok. The power watchdog comes with two metal brackets that screw directly to it and traditionally these are screwed to the mounting surface. However, for the mounting format that we were going for we needed it to protrude slightly out of the cabinet, but not enough so that the cabinet door would not shut. For this, I went to the hardware store and got some long bolts, washers, lock washers, and wing nuts that fit through the premade holes in the metal brackets. I lined up the bolts where they would pass through and marked and drilled holes there. Then I used some 1/2" pvc that I had lying around to put over the bolt behind the panel so that when the bolt was tightened it would tighten over this length of PVC and when it was tight, it would leave the unit sticking slightly out of the front of the cabinet panel.Related Videos: Power Inlet Install: youtu.be/WvFo--1XlbgCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvAmazon Links: Power Watchdog: amzn.to/439OZRJMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate
Capitol Building Tour #shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-04-11 | This building is so beautiful and full of history.Music Provided by Soundstripe: XVGFUEUJ9QA2CVCQ
Power Inlet Gimpy Camper 2023-04-07 | RecPro Power Inlet00:00 Intro00:46 The Problem02:00 Installation05:18 Pros06:18 Cons07:00 Final ThoughtsWe were recently doing an install of a power watchdog hard-wired surge protector and this was a great time to replace the power inlet. When I installed my transfer switch and had to remove the inlet last winter the gasket was messed up. So when I reinstalled it, I used some chemlink to go around it. This worked fairly well, however, the next time I went to open the cover the chemlink had bonded so tightly to the inlet that the hinge broke off of the cover. It will stay when you put it back when it's closed or when you set it over the cord when in use, but there is a chance of water intrusion and it should really be replaced. So I reached out to rec pro who sent me their 50 amp power inlet. I did receive this product for an honest review. The installation process was pretty simple as you disconnect the old power inlet and place the wires into the color-coded receptacle. It was very helpful that everything was already color coded. Be sure to get the connections tight because it is easy to have a loose connection. Then after reassembly the inlet you just screw it back to the side of the RV wall. I will say that I do like the confirmatory light that is built into the cover that shows when power is applied. The construction seems to be a little stronger than the factory power inlet. The one thing that I would change if I had the ability was the shape/size as it didn't match up to the old holes in my camper. I actually had to get an additional piece of wood and use a hole saw so that the screws could bite onto something inside because the pre-existing hole was too large. Because of this, there was one screw hole that was completely uncovered by the gasket so I did go back and go around it with chemlink again, being very careful around the hinge area. I think that if this is a new install, this is a wonderful product and you can't go wrong. If it's a replacement, just remember that its unique rounded design does give issues about covering all the previous holes, but with that being said, it is a good product. I've been using this for a few trips now and I don't have anything negative to say about it as I said, the build quality seems to be very good compared to the one I removed.www.RecPro.com - This promo code will save you 3% on your order.Also available on Amazon: amzn.to/40ODg91Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate
Our Visit to Arlington #shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-04-05 | Just a few photos from our recent trip to Arlington National Cemetery. This is always a somber yet beautiful experienceMusic Provided by Soundstripe: FFHB7NXMCX4YWXWX
Smithsonian Air and Space Overview #shorts Gimpy Camper 2023-04-03 | Just a couple highlights from our visit to the Air and Space MuseumMusic by Soundstripe: O9I18XUVX5DK6XWQ
RV Desk Gimpy Camper 2023-03-31 | Best RV Desk Workstation00:00 Intro02:00 Multipurpose03:00 Weight?04:19 Planning05:53 Cutting the Pieces07:15 Pocket Screws07:58 Assembly09:12 Face Frame09:40 Test Fitting Electronics11:00 Assembly and Drawers12:09 Mounting Drawers12:53 Power13:30 Computer Wires15:35 Costs16:15 ProblemsWe have thought about making a workstation in our RV for a couple years and removing the table. However, I saw a video that Jerry from Love RV Life where he made a desk in a camper and I really liked his design. I took a lot of the information from his design but made it into a full desk. I also decided to use a laptop station instead of installing a tower PC because I use a gaming laptop to work on my videos and my wife actually has a laptop that she does all of her work on that is issued to her at work. I will add a link to a lot of the products that we used here and the amazon links do help our channel out. This video is going to show you how I designed, constructed, and finished this cabinet. It's more of an overview though instead of a DIY how to video.Related Videos:Jerry's Video: youtu.be/pYVvhjjhbbMSketchup Instructional Playlist by Jay Bates: youtu.be/yjTVp3IVv0gAmazon Links:Kreg Hardware Kit: amzn.to/3HpmSoPKreg Pocket Jig Pro: amzn.to/3Y9OlRAKreg Micro Jig: amzn.to/3hbFC0GKreg Drawer Jig: amzn.to/3W7nTGsSceptre 24" monitor: amzn.to/3Fg9m4kLaptop Stand: amzn.to/3VKsq1O Dual Screen Monitor Stand: amzn.to/3W7nCmUDrawer Slides: amzn.to/3hcSJP0Laptop Docking Station: amzn.to/3Fg9RveWireless Keyboard and Mouse: amzn.to/3YeP2JaDeep shelf liner that I lined the desk with:amzn.to/3W1PNUcPower strip: amzn.to/3Pj02S4Short cord to save outlet space: amzn.to/3iFDsXh2" Plastic Desktop Grommet: amzn.to/3FFzPcVPencil Holder: amzn.to/3PdQebU3/4" kreg screws: amzn.to/3YcTto8Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate
Best RV Desk Gimpy Camper 2023-03-27 | This is a #short about the Custom RV desk I recently made for our camper. What do you think? Full Video... Coming Soon
Cherry Hill Park Gimpy Camper 2023-03-24 | 00:00 Intro01:05 General Information02:06 Cell Speeds02:36 Amenities 6:00 Negative Aspects of the ParkCherry Hill ParkToday we are here at Cherry Hill Park in College Station Maryland. This is a very large park and goes in more of that resort category that we really try to avoid. However, we decided to give this place a try as it was the closest place we could find to visit our favorite big city Washington DC. General Information: This is a large park with multiple amenities that we will get into in a few minutes. There are a lot of RV sites, both pull-through and back-in. They also have multiple other ways to stay including cabins, yurts, tent sites, and the neatest-looking glamping pods that are up in the tent area.Amenities: There are a lot of amenities here at the campground. There are a couple of pools that aren't open as it's been cold with a wind chill of 32 during our trip. There is also a splash pad that looks like it would be a lot of fun for the kids in the summer as well. They do have a mini golf course. There is a catch-and-release pond. They do have a dog park, however, it's pretty close to the interstate so if your dog doesn't do well with noise then it probably won't be that helpful. They have a basketball court that is complete with a basket on both ends, as most parks only have a single hoop. There is a small indoor fitness area as well as an outdoor fitness area with some basic equipment. A good size laundry is available as well. When you take into account that most parks have a couple machines at best, this park has multiple machines to help you out when you need to get those clothes clean. There is trash pickup scattered around the park in custom-built housings that look very professional. The bathhouses are well taken care of and clean.Negative aspects of campground: Unfortunately there are a few negative aspects of the campground that we have to discuss. The first two issues are pretty universal of any RV resort. #1 is the site space. None of the sites here have a lot of space. This is definitely one of those areas in my opinion that are better for traveling in your camper rather than camping. #2. The price that is associated with these types of places are more than I usually am comfortable paying. However, when you remember that a hotel room in the area is going to be between $200-$400 per night, it doesn't sound like a horrible decision. The only other negative factor of the campground is the road noise. You are only a few feet from I-95 so there is quite a bit of traffic noise. When you are over on the other side of the park I noticed you can still hear a lot of highway noise. I didn't realize until I investigated this on Google Maps that I-95 actually curves around the campground. Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.All in all, I believe the good outweighs the bad and I do recommend this park if you want to visit the DC area. It's more than I usually spend but when you compare it to hotel rates in the DC area it does seem like so much better of a bargain.Related Videos: Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Predator 2000 for the RV Gimpy Camper 2023-02-03 | Related Videos: In this video we decided to add a Predator 2000 watt inverter generator to the camper for boondocking when it is really hot outside. We have the 3500 Predator mounted in the camper, but we really like being able to use the portable Air Conditioner when off grid. The second air conditioner really helps inside the RV when it is very hot and humid. Related Videos:Predator 3500 3 year review: youtu.be/dEFIoEslI_APortable air conditioner install: youtu.be/3pQBYD57Z8wAdding 15 amp power inlet: youtu.be/8iUrm3tByugJackson Lake Island: youtu.be/wHhYDeGmycMCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8Canon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Trip to New Orleans Gimpy Camper 2023-01-27 | Trip to New Orleans00:00 Intro00:50 Hop-On / Hop-Off Tour01:45 Camper Parking07:30 WWII Museum09:12 Van Gogh Experience10:07 Sazarac Distillery 12:45 French Quarter13:49 Nawlin's14:30 Cafe Du Monde16:20 Food So we recently took a trip to New Orleans because it was on my wife's bucket list, and well that's what you do when she says she wants to do something right? lol. We decided to stay at Fontainbleu State Park in Mandeville, Louisiana which is just north of New Orleans. It is about 45 minutes from the City of New Orleans which is mainly done across the Causeway Bridge over Lake Ponchartrain. We have another video just on this campground that I will link in the description. I will say we chose it because we don't usually do the RV Resort type places and most of the other places including other State Parks that seemed a little closer were in more of a marshy area. In this video, we are going to talk about our trip to the city of New Orleans and share with you some tips and tricks we learned along the way. The first tip that I'll share with you is that we actually did the hop-on / hop-off bus tour. Before I talk about this I want to point something out that I was unaware of before going to get on the tour bus. Parking is a big issue in New Orleans and will generally cost you between $15-30 depending on where you end up. With the tour bus, it stated that you had to get on initially in one of two areas. The first area was at Jackson Square in the French Quarter. However, we actually went to the French Quarter the day before and knew that parking wasn't much fun around there. The second option was a place called Basin Street Station. There is a large parking lot behind Basin Street Station where there were a lot of campervans and even a big class A parked. This was actually the easiest parking lot that we found in the entire city to get in and out of and it had plenty of open space. Granted it was a Sunday but it was January 1st. There were signs that stated that if you took up more than one space you had to pay the RV rate, but I was never able to figure out what the RV rate was. Also, I believe because it was Sunday, the charge was $20 flat that expired at 23:59 am the next day if I remember correctly. I was curious so I looked on Campendium and this parking lot was listed on there as French Quarter Public Parking. I will say that the last price reported which was on Dec 31st was $50. There were also some reports that they did allow overnight parking but I didn't see anything there specifically. So if you are just going through the area and want to explore for the day or if you want to boondock in the parking lot close to the French Quarter this may be the place for you. $50 is about double what my campground fee was, but when you remember that I paid anywhere between $20-60 / day in parking fees, it's not so bad. As I said, we did the Hop on / hop off the tour by City Sight Seeing. We had some problems booking, but I actually think it was because a lot of third-party booking websites are present. They have an app and a direct website at www.citysightseeingneworleans.com. I will say that we did really like this tour but we waited until our last day to tour the city before getting it so we could make the most out of it. Busses are supposed to come by every 20-30 minutes from opening to close though.Related Videos: Fontainbleu State Park: youtu.be/DSaurTPmW8kCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Fontainebleau State Park Gimpy Camper 2023-01-20 | Fontainbleu State Park00:00 Intro00:49 Post Intro02:50 General Park Info03:36 Site Overview06:12 Cell Speeds07:09 Amenities 08:38 Beach10:44 Negatives12:16 Preferred SitesHey Guys it's Barratt From the Gimpy Camper. We are here at Fontainbleu State Park that's just north of Lake Ponchartrain across from New Orleans. My wife wanted to visit New Orleans, so we made it happen. It's about a 45-minute drive across the causeway bridge which is almost 24 miles long. There were a couple of other places that I looked at before booking here but they appeared more to be in marshland and after seeing the beautiful images of the beach and lake, I thought this was worth the extra 15 minutes of driving. Fontainebleu State Park is a 2800-acre park with many great things to do. One of the interesting things here along the road on the way in is the ruins of an old sugar mill that was built in 1852. There are 126 campsites with water and electricity as well as almost 40 primitive sites. They apparently only have 5 campsites with sewer hookups according to the site and since there are 23 premium campsites listed, I'm not sure how you would know which sites these are. There are two trails that are very popular in the park as well. The first is a 1.25-mile long nature trail, where they have a lot of signs labeling common plants and trees for the area. The second is a 4.8-mile trail that I believe is all paved and appears to be a great bicycling trail. There are also some cabins in the area however, this area was closed when we were there. I'm not sure if they were building new cabins or completely renovating the old cabins, but the ones I could see appeared to be new construction and right on the water. I believe this was due to damage from Hurricane Ida. It looks like it would be a wonderful place to stay. Apparently, there are also 12 glamping tents that are booked through Tentrr... but truthfully those didn't seem too impressive in my opinion. Amenities: One of the most beautiful aspects of the campground in my opinion is the large Live Oak Trees that are covered in moss. These are scattered all across the park and are beautiful. Being that it's just after Christmas, they have some lights hanging on one large tree that has Santa's sleigh and reindeer under the tree. There are multiple bath houses across the campground, however, they seem to vary quite a bit as far as how old/nice the facilities are. I can say that even the older ones that I went in were nice and clean, they just had more rust noticeable on the sinks and stuff. The shower layout was also less private where there were a couple shower stalls with individual curtains behind a single larger curtain. There are a couple of nice playgrounds in the area as well. There is a large playground between the campground and the beach area. There is also another playground located between the two campgrounds which they have broken up into the north and southern campgrounds. Obviously one of the best amenities here is the beach area. Although it's a large lake, it feels like you are on the coast as you only get a slight image of a few taller buildings from New Orleans on a clear day. You can also see the Causeway bridge going across the water. While being about 45 minutes from New Orleans, you are only about 4 miles from the town of Mandeville which has a decent amount of accommodations, even including a cafe du monde which is over near the exit to get on the Causeway.Related Videos: New Orleans Travel Vlog: youtu.be/tEn4HliA7OQCamera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
RV Problems on Travel Day Gimpy Camper 2023-01-13 | This is just a little video showing some problems we had on travel days From TN to New Orleans and back. From my hitch not releasing to a tire blowout on the RV.When we got to the park we were unable to disconnect our Andersen Hitch and had a failure of the Andersen Hitch handle. On the way home our Goodyear Endurance Trailer Tire did have a blow out. Luckily with the help of the Tireminder TPMS we were able to avoid any damage to the camper.Camera Gear:DJI Pocket Osmo: amzn.to/3sxF2f8DJI Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3DubZQSCanon 70D: amzn.to/3uF2g5UParrot Teleprompter 2: amzn.to/3P3TJQZUlanzi LED Rechargable Light: amzn.to/3ozfYmHPYG Tech phone/dji Pocket holder: amzn.to/3GLQRniDJI Pocket Controller Wheel: amzn.to/35W9YhvMusic provided by SoundstripeI am now a proud affiliate of the Insty Connect Cellular router system. My affiliate link is instyconnect.com/?aff=1133We are now affiliates with the Gypsy App: gypsyguide.com/?afmc=THEGIMPY&utm_campaign=THEGIMPY&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliateWe are now an Amazon Affiliate. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Gypsy Guide, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
