SHAKEDOWN RV TRIP 🌵 Tucson Catalina State Park

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ℹ️ About the Episode: There are many benefits to taking a "shakedown" trip. It's usually done with a new RV, but a shakedown trip at the beginning of each season can make sense, too. Basically, a shakedown is a trial run to make sure everything is good to go when it counts. We're still getting acquainted with our new Airstream, but more importantly, we wanted to find a place for everything before we move out of the cabin next week and hit the road for the season. When it comes to a shakedown trip, it's a good idea to stay somewhat close to home. That way, if anything goes wrong, you'll have more options and be familiar with the area. It's also a good opportunity to double-check your roadside accounts to make sure they haven't expired and bust out a checklist to make sure you have the essential gear, like all the tools to change a tire. Shakedown trips are fun, but they can be frustrating too. If everything worked perfectly, you probably wouldn't need to take one. Remember that everything is "figure-outable," and half the time, problems arise from a lack of understanding about how the systems work. RVing gets a little easier with each trip, so give yourself some grace your first few times out. When things don't go to plan, it's easy to jump to the conclusion that you bought a lemon—but in our experience, upon further investigation, most of the solutions are simple. If you do find some big issues, be glad you discovered them before your big summer trip!

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[sherylclements]

I find it amazing how you've taken an initial camping trip those years ago and turned this into your life and a thriving RV enterprise ... AND helping and blessing so many people along the way. God has truly directed your path. Thank you for taking us all along on your journeys.

[crkline]

I like following you two. I do not RV, but your voices, music, and stories you tell, are like a warm quilt on a cold night.

[BruceSmith-cfyk]

I liked “Everything is figureoutable” at 9:33.

[JasonMankey]

Little DIY tip we learned with Command Strips in our camper. We used to have some that would fall off over time depending on the type of material they were stuck on. We started cleaning the area first with rubbing alcohol. We have not lost a single Command Strip since then. They really do stick a whole lot better.

[rvcruising]

That click of the magnetic coupler was very satisfying, indeed! 😂

[johnhay]

The overnight time lapse shot was impeccable!! Well Done!!!

[creditguy]

Btw. Gary on Route 66 is for sale. The town is trying to save it with a fund raiser. SAVE GARY

[ChurchSingingMama]

A suggestion for your hair ties - keep them on a carbiner. Then you can hook them on your command hook on the cabinet and if they fall off they are all together.

[caroyljohnson]

Just shakedown cruising as we bring our new-to-us 2018 International Signature home from Texas. Bought it from your friends Ky & Cale. We are having water trouble similar to your at 10:15 in the video.

[SueTay.]

No friggen way on the Milwaukee battery conversion. This might be the best thing that I have heard all year 🙌

[Dang_Jim]

Something I always did when the ball was stuck in the coupler is either chock the trailer wheels or apply the trailer brakes and back up or pull forward with the coupler unlocked. It would usually give it just enough to make them decouple.

[sherrirountree-horton]

Baby cabinet door locks for your fridge. Solved our problem instantly!

[genericwatcher]

This is the first year we didn't do a shakedown trip, OH THE MISTAKES! We were 12 hours away and forgot this, forgot that, brakes locked up on us, my wife was telling me left/right vs driver side/passenger side as I backed up... it was not great. I will be going back to our weekend break in trip down the street for our first trip from now on so we can properly prep the camper for the season and still be close to home. OH MY, that magnetic cable looks AMAZING, can't wait to see if it holds up.

[craigking]

"I'm in tow/haul mode". I love that. Good mantra to drive by. Thanks

[thorstandeckman]

Appreciate your obsession with leveling. I'm surprised a lot of people don't know this but, check your level for accuracy by placing on almost level surface. Memorize position of bubble then turn level 180. If the bubble isn't in the exact same place, it's out of whack! You'd be surprised how many new levels, aren't! Do this before buying one at the store.

[cindiheslin]

Your 'new' Airstream is so open, light and airy. Has such a nice feel to it!

[connorgaston]

The slight "mhmm" from Marc while Trish is talking to the camera is always perfect.

[Steve.]

Your videography is outstanding. Just another reason for me to look forward to watching another episode…thanks for taking the extra effort to make it pop. 😊

[bornwander]

Hi folks, subscriber from day 1 here ! I have your Amazon recommendations page in my account . Love you guys, I'm a full-time Nomad off-grid. I learn so much everytime I watch you guys, I love the fact that you're a family-friendly group. Keep the videos coming, you inspire so many people to strike out on the road . God bless you all .

[rossl.]

That fridge model is notorious for needing an extra washer on the lower hinge to raise the door and align the latch.