27 BIG Lessons RVers Learn the Hard Way - Things Every RVer Owner Should Know

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Close to 6 years of full-time RV living has shown us some ugly lessons. We show you our best 27 tips and worst mistakes every RV owner should know. We cover everything from ant infestations to having no trailer brakes on the highway (our scariest moment).
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@HappilyEverHanks Год назад

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@ifly64s Год назад

I flew helicopters for the Army for many years. Two things I've brought over to our RV life. 1) Do the walk around close up to your RV and do another walk around about 20 feet from your RV. You'll be surprised what you can find with the two perspectives. It's saved my life several times. 2) Pull out of your parking site, stop and look back at the empty site for anything left behind or fallen off of your RV. Love your vids.

@brucefranklin6765 Год назад

Did the same thing driving 35 years for UPS. I first do a walk around checking that all latches are locked and a 2nd walk around visual.

@captainkirk8806 Год назад

@@brucefranklin6765 Local 639 UPS. Learned the same process as well as a lot more on being a defensive driver.

@nelladavis4418 Год назад

❤ This is a very great tip!!

@joyceschetter5871 Год назад

One last check that everything is disconnected, closed or connected as needed!

@jimbuckley4986 Год назад

Can’t tell you how many times we have been gifted with small items left behind from previous campers

@andrewspies1968 Год назад

Thanks for mentioning us mobile techs. We really are a viable alternative to the dealers. - Andrew, Ranger RV Services, Houston, TX

@motorcoachtech7615 Год назад

I see you are being nice to Carl by throwing him on the bed, instead of bounding him, taping his mouth and throwing him under the bed!😂. Have a good week. Rick

@trustme7731 Год назад

1.Diatomaceous earth IS a gardening item and it's not soil although it comes from the ground. It looks and feels like flour. Best used in a garden on the ground to keep crawling insects off the plants. It actually cuts insects when they get in it so they die but it's messy and slow acting. A better, cleaner, mess free and very long lasting product that kills all insects is Bifenthin. You'll find it in the garden section too. It's the active ingredient in products like Orthos Home Defense. If you buy it ready to use, just wet a paper towel and wipe it on the floor in a narrow band next to walls and cabinets. (wear a glove) It takes VERY little. I use it in my house this way and spray it around the perimeter outside. It lasts inside over 8 months. If you have pets or little children apply it where they can't get in to it and where you won't step in it. I wouldn't use it outside at a campsite. The next people wouldn't know. You could spray the tires, jacks and other place where ants would get up into the rig. Keep in mind that you wouldn't want to touch these places with bare hands later. 2. I'm surprised that you missed the obvious. MAKE A CHECKLIST. Do it on your phone or on a computer so you can print it. Either way it's easy to add to it and make adjustments, and you certainly will. You'd be surprised at how long and useful the list can be. I print mine and keep it on the engine dog house in our motor home. I have one for set up and one for leaving. As a pilot I know that checklists are extremely important. I also do a walk around and look underneath at every stop. 3. I wrote my height and length on a post it and stuck it to the dashboard so I can quickly see it at a glance at any time. 4. All excellent ideas that I always have been doing. Probably your most useful video for all experience levels.

@dianekell5460 Год назад

We use to drive semi for a living, we always as traveling with our Rv do a pre trip inspection, and if we stop for fuel we check again before hitting the road. Very good habit to get into.

@herb7877 Год назад

Well presented & All great tips! 45+ years RV-n & still learning (mess-n up too !) . One of my worst disaster was trying to 'multi-task' with the neighbor who came over to chat while we were setting up. Attached the city fresh water supply to the black tank swirly clean out (bad design; they're next to each other). 10 minutes later Ol' Facefull geyser in the bathroom. needless to say the "Boss" was not happy. You could hear the screech from inside for miles. It was so high pitched all the dogs in the CG came running or howling. I got to do the clean up. ...

@Jrmh179 Год назад

Just a tip - whenever anyone interrupts me during set up or tear down - I would turn off or halt anything I was in the middle of ( assuming I did not ask them to please wait) so in this example - if you decide to talk even for 1 minute, just turn off the water and start over when you are done!

@007nadineL Год назад

You tell tall tales

@cferryone Год назад

Been there, done that!

@ALittleBitUnhitched Год назад

Checking tire pressures the morning of leaving...THIS ONE IS HUGE! I can not tell you guys how many times we have told people to always double-check before you hit the road! It's huge! Always appreciate your videos and the wisdom you all spit on the daily!

@ellenpowers8037 Год назад

Great tips! One caution: if you’re going to put a bunch of stuff on the bed (which is a great place to put it on travel days), be aware of the weight if the bedroom is on a slide. Just had to replace a slide motor and it might have been from overloading the slide while it was going in and out. Used a mobile tech to do the repair and he was awesome: Sean at Tucson Mobile RV Repair.

@rv_at_the_beach2603 Год назад

I used Sean too for major water leak that soaked the whole storage area and everything in it. He was great, reasonable and helpful.

@RealizingICreateHappiness931 Год назад

My wife & I get so excited on thursdays just to watch y’all new video

@HappilyEverHanks Год назад

🤗

@Yoteach01 Год назад

In addition to practice backing in a large open area (Walmart parking lot), I would HIGHLY suggest that the practice should be done during both daylight and dark. We both know that certain circumstances require the O-DARK 30 backup experience

@wolveswithoutteeth Год назад

And pick up a couple of orange cones to use for practice. You can grab them at Home Depot. Set up a couple of obstacles.

@markrenfrow9873 Год назад

Ain't that the truth !

@conniebellow2016 10 месяцев назад

I learned the dark-30 lesson after I backed into the pole holding the water valves. Luckily the owner was super awesome about me breaking 2 valves off.

@adriannurse1502 Год назад

I've also found that you need to make sure your slides can open before leveling and hooking up. Before leaving look on the roof and make sure that the satellite dish and any antennas are down and properly stowed.

@philipgerry5228 Год назад

You made any good points. Keeping hitched until electric, sewer, and water hookups are connected is a time saver. Nothing more frustrating than the electric is 1 foot too far away.

@Elizabeth-rq1vi Год назад

Thanks! We’re a year before we leave on our 4 year Odessy so having this list will do us good. We’ve been tent camping since we were babies so some of these can be transferee to RV life. One thing I would add is have a physical check list to use for the arrival & leaving jobs. Also put the height/length on your dash.

@rogercastle2019 Год назад

Just a word of advice don’t let your RV set too long without checking on it. I have mine in storage for the winter and don’t have room to open it up and check it out. I do however have room to open the door and give it a quick look but that’s not good enough. I just purchased and second AC unit and was going to it install it myself so I brought the unit home. I got a big surprise when I opened it up. It had a leak in the roof at the point where the nose cap and the roof come together. What a mess. Needless to say I have a lot of clean up todo before I can install the AC unit. Thanks for the show.

@milesandjohnsadventures Год назад

This will be our second year rving! And we are excited about this year! Miles and are are continuing to learn from our mistakes! I’m glad we are not the only ones with issues!

@robertsimcox8185 Год назад

Awesome info as always, keep up the great job guys!

@cferryone Год назад

Thanks Hanks! You reminded me to unhook my 7 way pin!! I don’t want to drain my tow rig battery!!

@michaelwert468 Год назад

This is where I use Silicone Slap Bracelets. Keep one on the electrical cord. When I disconnect it I put it on my steering wheel as a reminder the next day to reconnect the power.

@russellvh3655 Год назад

Been following you 3 for about a year now. From consideration to full time RV’er. I am glad to say I only missed one or two of these tips. I’m sure I learned it all from you and loved the education.

@jessboyle8669 Год назад

Love the videos, they are always spot on.... You are truly blessed to be making memories and living the dream.

@nomateando Год назад

We’ve been learning so much from your channel! Thank you for all your tips! Joeh and I are starting RV life full time in a few weeks and we are super excited!!

@MsJRod2012 Год назад

You guys are totally awesome! I love how you deliver your messages in such a way that captures our attention! I have tried to watch other videos, but I can not stay focused because of their delivery!

@robertosgood961 Год назад

Tip #28 - If you do a pull check on your fifth wheel pin after hooking up, lets you know if it's locked and that your electrical brakes are working and connected. Can't wait for vids of your adventures this year!

@Colleen1978 Год назад

ALL excellent tips! Thanks Hanks!

@patriciamckean4186 Год назад

Tire pressure monitors are a saving grace. A tape measure, because some tools needed.

@joeyee5159 Год назад

Great tips as always. We made the awning mistake our first year of camping and had to run back to our campsite from town during a thunderstorm. Good thing we got back in time to put the awning back in.

@BassFever4Ever Год назад

Thank you for sharing these tips! Excellent video! One I might add is that during your walk around, take a few pics of your rig and site. You never know when they might come in handy down the road.

@uniquecampingmarine Год назад

Great tips!! Thanks for sharing!

@wolfpack3121 11 месяцев назад

Great advice. Thank you for all your video’s. Keep them coming.

@rebeccasanders6895 Год назад

Love all your tips! I’m living in a camper trailer full time now and I’ve learned a lot from you guys!

@cathybeall986 Год назад

Great advice! Love you guys!

@paulettehart6822 Год назад

I saw you on let's turn it up world at the Hershey's RV show I am subscribing to you because you were so friendly to Tanya and her husband

@WeSometimesRV Год назад

Wonderful video. Great information that Newbies and Oldies can always learn from. Thanks Hanks!!

@tkwhitehead8578 Год назад

Excellent info! Yes we learned sometimes by trial and error!

@rickrichardson5329 Год назад

Very informative video thanks Hanks for all you do to help out. These are very simple thing but it's usually the simple we forget. Yall stay safe.

@amytooyou7384 Год назад

Stumbled upon your channel when researching full-time RV living, I have started saving all of your tips and tricks videos! I am excited to go FT in a year and half myself! Keep up the great job!

@atwistedlime6090 Год назад

Honestly this is the best place to learn. Not only do the Hanks have great info they are fun to watch. I’ve been full time 12 years and they’ve got the best videos.

@HappilyEverHanks Год назад

So happy for you! 🤗

@jimg2885 Год назад

Ney Ney says you bring the info in an entertaining way. You guys are our Thursday entertainment. Wish the videos were longer as They normally end before the popcorn is gone. 🙂 Another good info video from the Hanks. Let er rip Hanks and enjoy your travels..

@jtoepke9763 Год назад

I always click on the earlier videos and rewatch a few

@HappilyEverHanks Год назад

❤️🤗

@teacher4christ1 Год назад

We love you! All great advice especially for us newbies! Thanks Hanks! You're awesome!

@simply_flamingo7967 10 дней назад

Best fun tip video!

@jimbuckley4986 11 месяцев назад

I have been watching tons of rv videos the last five years. Lots and lots of great stuff on here. Discovered the both of you a short time ago and todays video is outstanding. Covered all the essential tics that commonly catch us all at some point. This is a great reference video and saving the link to share with our friends. Thank you. Two thumbs up

@jimsamolczyk3774 Год назад

Put your back up against the rig. Stretch your arm straight out. If your fingers don’t touch any obstructions then its safe to put your slides out.

@plumcrazy9842 Год назад

You must have gorilla arms! Can you touch your knees without bending over?

@philhoneycutt9153 Год назад

Happy Hanksday!

@lindseymcmannon4311 Год назад

Great video! Love your videos! Definitely good for RV newbies like me.

@elizabethstacy8054 Год назад

This was a great one !!!

@diverm2371 Год назад

Great video guys.

@mikemanjo2458 Год назад

Thanks, Hanks! Y’all are amazing! Great ideas...we’ve made some of these, too!😉 Have a great week! Jane in SC ❤🙏🏻

@RickandDarcirvadventures Год назад

We miss you guys. If you put your water hose away because it is to cold please put your water pressure regulator away to. The water in the regulator can freeze.

@charleyhough4355 Год назад

Another great video from the Hanks! You guys rock, thanks again.

@rv_at_the_beach2603 Год назад

Another great video. We can't be reminded too much. You're so right, check, check, check. What we've found is take your time. Don't hurry. Time spent checking and re-checking is time well spent.

@dennycappetta2035 Год назад

Love the tips. Been renovating our rig. Looking good so far. Back on the road mid March heading to Florida. Doing the Disney thing with the kids and grandkids. Have safe travels and hope to see ya on the road again sometime.

@juliefox77 Год назад

These were SO helpful and SO true!!!! EVERYONE should watch this when they’re getting started, and then every few months as a reminder!!!

@jonathanberens1171 Год назад

Just starting and in process of buying..your videos are soooo helpful..so many tips and fantastic info!

@legrandechene3734 10 месяцев назад

Loving all the content. We are old (over55) and have been RVing since the early 90's. We have stayed at several of the campgrounds you stayed at in Florida and have looked into some of the others youve used. Stay safe.

@PeterNewton-pz4nu 10 месяцев назад

Great video guys thanks for sharing

@mikenowak2360 Год назад

Hanks you make everything fun. Thanks for the tips. been rving for 20 years and picked up 2 new great tips..#thankshanks

@tomallen9179 2 месяца назад

Boy these are great suggestions. No matter how long you’ve been RVing- you can’t learn too much. My best takeaway from today was the pic of your license plates. Keep ‘em coming!

@captainkirk8806 Год назад

Thanks for a very good help video. Advise well taken.

@Ronswanderlust Год назад

We’ve been part timers for the last ten years. Thanks for the video. All good advice. As motorhomers always check all the compartment doors they sometimes swing open while in motion even though they appear to be locked.

@akweeheals23 10 месяцев назад

Thank you, guys, for your time this video was great and to the point.

@geraldhettel3824 Год назад

Thanks, great advise!

@IRV707 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tips! Fun video!

@DailyDriver. Год назад

Cutting board freezer tip was golden ! What a good idea !!!

@cindycierlik8162 Год назад

Thank You great advice!😃

@charlenecastaldo3602 Год назад

So many good tips. We've learned to start our water heater with propane then switch to electric. We now have spare black tank hoses. (Don't ask us have that came about.) Absolutely try that black water tank pull before you need to empty your tank with a line of rigs behind you and it comes off! Oops!! Always put the steps up prior to moving for sure. NEVER PUT ANYTHING ON YOUR TRUCK BUMPER YOU DON'T WANT TO LOSE. 😁😔 Great idea about using the fans to help the hot air out. Will definitely try that. We're all learning together. You guys are the best! #ThanksHanks

@iluvhimsmmm Год назад

Love watching your videos. We've been living in our RV for 2 yrs now and love your tips. And absolutely do it "the ne ne way# love u too "Carl"❤️❤️❤️

@robertdoyen5434 Год назад

Thanks Hanks great video thanks for sharing all your information ❤ Thanks From Wisconsin

@clintstevenson1214 Год назад

Great Video! Some super tips. Please set me straight. Stabilizer/leveling square blocks, orange. Which direction do the little mounds go? Up or down. You guys put yours down and some other videos show them up. Is there a reason/advantage for placing one way or the other? Put that in a newbie video ;-) or tips - episode 2. Love ya guys.

@SpykersB Год назад

Well, pictures of the lynx levers show em being used with the knobs/mounds up. I always used em that way too. I would think that more platform that touches the ground would be more secure, less tilting in gravel. Not sure why carl using er had em upside down lol. 🍻

@HappilyEverHanks Год назад

We always like to put them upside down, either way is the same

@mikehackney201 Год назад

Another great vidio guy's, & great travel day tips we all need a refresher on. One thing my wife & I both say at the end of your vidios is our time with you is to short. We start each Fri morning with your vidios. Keep them coming & safe travels.

@MrJose1223 Год назад

Love all of them,,you guys are good ,,thank you

@mikelezan1023 Год назад

Love the videos! You two are a HOOT!

@ghostpepperrides4805 11 месяцев назад

Tips tips. Thank you. Great video

@leejohnson8095 4 месяца назад

YALL ROCK! Thank you for these tips. I really appreciate your knowledge.

@HappilyEverHanks 4 месяца назад

Thank you very much, Lee! We appreciate your wonderful support 😊

@destinationdero Год назад

Nice share on your experience as RVers.

@cathymoser1229 Год назад

Great information. My husband and I have learned a lot about full-time RVing from watching your videos. We just purchased our 1st rv and hope to be on the road soon. Thanks for all you do.

@jamesgritz404 Год назад

are going fulltime?

@HappilyEverHanks Год назад

Congrats! 🤗

@philipdiehl9849 Год назад

As always very worthwhile information presented in a fun manner. You guys are saving many of us a lot of grief. I do love you both. Grandpa Jack

@Hugo-Hernandez Год назад

Great information and great video. I have slide stick like yall have to make sure I have enough room for my slides. I learned that from yall.

@gojenn0927 Год назад

Wow! Super helpful!

@n1uno1965 Год назад

Lovely tips! Concise and humorous! Thank you for sharing! 🖖🏻😘👍🏻🙏🏻

@georgepavlik9055 Год назад

Thank you for all the tips! We took our camper out for the very first time this week. I should have looked before I unhooked. Of course we parked too far back and the stabilizers in the rear couldn't be put down. We we're just doing a trial run so we didn't move as we only stayed 2 nights. I did check around the camper before pulling off, but thankfully the attendant driving around yelled for me to remember my Y water valve connector. Then I did pull out of my spot without noticing the stairs were still down. Our camper is much smaller so it's a single step that doesn't touch the ground, no harm done.

@bettyjorodgers8552 Год назад

Awesome. Thank you.

@christinas907 Год назад

Good stuff thanks Hanks 😉

@rexp6296 Год назад

you guys are awesome!!!! Great advice!!

@hardcorehunter3869 Год назад

How do you not mention the clock you’ve destroyed multiple times. Lol

@HappilyEverHanks Год назад

😆

@annabanana3099 24 дня назад

You guys are great! I really enjoy your videos and the great advice!

@HappilyEverHanks 24 дня назад

Thank you very much!! Your support means so much to us ❤️

@severedmetalband Год назад

Finally got to catch up on the latest 3 installments and I once again I laughed and thought about what you were spittin and just enjoyed! #ThanksHanks

@padmepadme 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for ALL THE GREAT ADVICE... and y'all are adorable.

@grayfox9911 Год назад

Very good tips.Thanks! Hope Dexter is doing OK...

@annadiliberto8024 Год назад

Wow! Thank you.. so many things learned at odd times.

@colleenwilber273 Год назад

Great advice... Thanks Hanks... 😊 I am 4 months new to RV living. If you ever come back to Florida. I am just north of Ocala and would love to meet you two.

@ecuadorhusker2449 День назад

Love you guys, you're a hoot. Great info

@JoseOrtiz-zb7gq 9 месяцев назад

Cool information. Ty. Got one for you . I am a big rig driver (32 years) when ever backing up , always steer towards the trouble and it will push your trailer away from trouble.

@TealOxAdv 4 месяца назад

Great video and tips. We each do a walk around from opposite directions prior to pulling out of the site. For high value items, we have a “Remove Before Flight” type flag hanging in a conspicuous spot to remind us as an extra safety measure (we started this with the old crank up TV antennas 😂).

@HappilyEverHanks 4 месяца назад

That’s such an awesome idea! It sounds like you guys have a great system worked out. Thank you for your amazing support and for taking the time to watch our videos 😃 - Kyle and Renee

@TealOxAdv 4 месяца назад

@@HappilyEverHanks Thank you very much. Love your content and you two.