A Very Boring Video on Camper Insulation: Trailer Repairs Part III

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WARNING: This video may cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery while watching! In the spring I talked about insulating my Trillium Outback fiberglass camper for winter use. By November, I'm still talking about it! I hope to make progress by the next video, but I at least added surf music to keep you from going comatose. Enjoy (or not)!
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@davidsradioroom9678 3 года назад

I disagree with you. This is NOT a boring video! I have never been bored with any of your videos yet, and I don't think I will ever be.

@johnclark6571 3 года назад

I was referring to Slim calling it boring in the title. I should have put quotes around it. You’re right David, Slim is my favorite. Just don’t tell him. It’ll probably go to his ‘head’.

@davidsradioroom9678 3 года назад

@@johnclark6571 😁

@GARY-yu8pc 3 года назад

Slim's videos are literally the definition of GOOD THINGS COME TO THOSE WHO WAIT.

@michaeltablet8577 3 года назад

After getting bids on spraying foaming my van I have decided to have myself spray foamed instead. Much cheaper. Love all your videos!

@GARY-yu8pc 3 года назад

Brilliant comment

@KG-cl9gv 3 года назад

Funny

@hamiltonharper 3 года назад

I've decided to line all my vital organs with Reflectix.

@johnhenryholiday4964 3 года назад

You could of implanted heat cable in the foam.... it just means you have to have an extension cord long enough... :) side benefit.... unplug it and use it as a long distance radio antenna.... You could proly dial in Rangoon.... Your Welcome :)

@azclaimjumper 3 года назад

@@johnhenryholiday4964 That might be something for Slim to consider as long as it's 12V.

@mysteriousnotsoseriousdeb 3 года назад

I almost spit out my coffee when that snoring started....lol. Your videos are NEVER boring, Slim!!

@keithkokensparger3099 3 года назад

Repairs and upgrades are never boring to me. Thanks for taking the time to show the whole picture!

@ChicagosSinfulSwede 3 года назад

"Don't worry ~ Be Camping" Perfect t-shirt, Slim! That'll be a great gift to myself from myself 😁

@alwaysinsideout 3 года назад

Deep story you shared. Your far from boring. Love your blogs. Thanks for sharing your life.

@qiforlife_daniel.samelson 3 года назад

As someone who comes from a warm country, I am fascinated by the winter sights you show and your willingness to connect with nature even in the cold. thanks to you and thanks for the inspiration.

@tnxjesus 3 года назад

Nothing you make is boring the fact you take time to do it right is always a plus. It does look cold. Stay warm my friend. And hopefully soon the borders will open and we can go along with the journey with you.

@azclaimjumper 3 года назад

I'm NOT holding my breath; the border way very well NOT open for months, if then.

@tnxjesus 3 года назад

@@azclaimjumper yeah it seems that way but damn when it does. Im sure slim will be the 1st over the boarder lol.

@lynnsweet6902 3 года назад

I have not found any of your videos to be boring.. they are usually very informative. I have a travel trailer, a vintage trailer (which needs complete restoration) and I am looking at getting a newer trailer I can pull with my van. Almost all of your videos give me helpful information that I can use in all my vehicles.

@philbuilds116 3 года назад

I hear making skirts around the base of the trailer makes a huge difference. Even if they're made of snow it blocks the cold. I enjoy building things so the snoring doesn't apply here. Thanks Slim.

@LiLBitsDK 3 года назад

correct, anything that blocks the wind that carries away heat helps.

@markpashia7067 3 года назад

Yup, some kind of sheet foam that you can put in the trailer while moving and just put up when you set up in new locations. New construction sites often have scraps in the trash pile as they have to orient and tape the seems on houses, but you just need a light weight wind block. Free is good.

@tyoung9012 3 года назад

Snow is an awesome insulator and all you need is a shovel

@lory2622 3 года назад

@@tyoung9012 but it’s tough to work with in the summer, for air conditioning. :-)

@raccoonlittlebear6476 3 года назад

You make a potentially "boring" video seem interesting & exciting. Thank you Slim.

@patrickfillion7193 3 года назад

When you are Canadian and you try to help your American friends, giving the Celsius and then Fahrenheit for everything. This video was quite funny! Thanks Slim.

@scottinedwards444 3 года назад

Hey Slim. Don’t feel like every video you put out has to be spectaular. Your viewers are just happy to have a little break from what life is like right now. Even if you just spend a night in the Outback in your back yard, whipping up one of your culinary concoctions or talking about trips you want to do or what books you’re reading, we don’t care. We just want a respite from what we’re all dealing with, even for just twenty minutes a week. And you give us that. Thank you and keep doing what you’re doing.

@borealiswan2363 3 года назад

Thank god there's a Slim Pot. Head in our country ... ! Your vids make my day, put me back in a good mood, especially after having listened to just 5 min of the usual c.r.a.p. on CBC... And I agree those windows are precious, don't turn your gig into a coffin ⚰🥴😉❄ Cheers !

@ThePlanet_L.I. 3 года назад

the snoring got me 😆I wasn't sure where it was coming from 🤦🏾‍♂️😆

@lenward474 3 года назад

Even dense blue Styrofoam on floors gives fantastic result. I used on cold concrete with thin ply,vinyl on top. The foam is so hard even with vinyl is walkable. Have fun,stay safe.

@danmanx2 3 года назад

No need to keep apologizing. We're still with ya Slim! Just make sure you stay warm!

@AggyGoesOutdoors 3 года назад

Nothing boring here sir, I admire your hands on tenacity. You're a shining example of self sufficiency 👍🏽🙏🏽

@leighbloom 3 года назад

I love all your videos but this is the most entertaining and fun. Thank you so much Slim.

@austinjames9633 3 года назад

I'm a simple man, slim posts a video. I watch it.

@rickrentz6602 3 года назад

Thanks Slim, not boring! Looking forward to your ideas for insulation. We went from an Aliner to a Fiberglass Escape camper. We camped through November, but now put it away and miss it. Next year we will keep it out longer or go a little more south. We are from Minnesnowta so any ideas on staying warm will help. My wife asked at brunch time “is there a new Slimpotatohead show” I said “I’ll check, yup”. She replied “Oh Great I love his shows” Thanks from both of us! Rick & Tami

@lew419 3 года назад

I'm gonna need my weekly Slim fix. Keep 'em coming. Not boring!

@stephs1571 3 года назад

There is no such thing as a slim potatohead boring video!! Always interesting!

@gerardbauer4035 3 года назад

Your videos are always great. Never boring and always educational. Watching your videos is a true pleasure. Looking forward to your upcoming videos. Thanks for taking us along. Stray safe and happy travels.

@hollyslaughter5505 3 года назад

Thanks Slim for the not so boring update 😉 I’m looking forward to seeing whatever you come up with. Your videos are the best and always informative. Have fun insulating/winterizing, I know you will have some amazing ideas.

@pugluvr6435 3 года назад

I started watching your videos precisely for the insulation videos. Lots of good information! This one was very informative (again) with the added bonus of graphics & sound effects! Thanks for all the work you do to give us the info you've learned!

@pagewhite61 3 года назад

You are funny! This was not boring, it was quite interesting and I don’t even have a trailer to insulate. Thanks Slim!

@adrianbanks4487 3 года назад

Wouldn’t say anything you put up on RU-vid is boring slim I definitely look forward to every clip

@Ambohouse 3 года назад

Never thought i would learn so much from a guy called potatohead. But here we are.. another great video its all part of the journey.

@jodyseaman1885 3 года назад

Looking forward to hearing how the install went and what works. All your videos are so informative with a bit of humor.

@DonP_is_lostagain 3 года назад

Slim, the sound and visual effects were great! And it's not a boring vid at all. One tip from someone who lives in an RV, you can rig the reflectix-type material so that it can be removed. Cut it to shape, run some duct tape around the edges, and you can either install grommets, or simply use velcro tabs to mount it to cover the window. W=Put it up at night, and in the day, take it down from whatever windows you don't want covered during the day. And, you resorted to the one thing everyone who deals with living in a camper in the cold, you put a carpet down on the bare floor. Most effective way to keep from losing heat through the floor. Great video again! Cheers!

@magalirodriguez7830 3 года назад

Oh man we laughed so hard! Never boring with slim whatever the subject the presentation is always awesome.!

@skyflakesq8054 3 года назад

You never make boring vids Slim

@r.m.5730 3 года назад

Except for this one !!!!!!!!!!.

@leslietripp9417 3 года назад

Your videos are never boring your enthusiasm is infectious

@bobmanzi7712 3 года назад

never boring, love your stuff keep up the good work

@jakeb8023 3 года назад

Hi there slim I been watching your channel for about 1 year now and all of your ideas help me out through the summer an winter camping season. I dont have a trailer like you but I managed to camp when I can from work an when the parks are open in ohio. I don't mind your talking at all it helps me out when I get a trailer one day so I'm thanking you for your channel it's peaceful when I watch and i have ideas for things to help me in the future. I hope you have a good holidays an keep on camping and your channel is alsome. P.s i happy that your channel helps me out with my camping trips an when I get a trailer one day slim potato head your as cool as a wolf in the winter

@jameshill3244 3 года назад

Good video " Slim" cheered me up during these dull times.Keep them coming.

@cjp1950 3 года назад

Slim you are a natural salesman. The title confirms it. Hey be cool I like your channel.

@deenaputzier819 3 года назад

Omg you crack me up, you are not boring. You always give great info. Plus you are eye candy anyway

@sandybrown3918 3 года назад

Use the plastic window kits with the double sided tape and then you blow dry it and it shrinks works well , I’ve lived in many old houses and it makes a world of difference and you still have your windows, just make sure you attach the tape outside the metal frame

@angiedaoust 3 года назад

Second that as well! I lived 6 years in a trailer and it cut draft you didn't know you had

@sdrailfan892 3 года назад

I use the 3M Indoor Window Insulator Kits in my house for years until i got my windows replaced. These work excellent. They work best if you can put the tape around a corner on a piece if trim. But if you can not do that flat on trim of the window. I have even used them on the outside, but not sure how well that will work on a camper when on the road. I quickly learned not to use a hair dryer to shrink the plastic, but to put it on carefully top down keeping it straight and just pulling it snug.

@averagealice8877 3 года назад

The title of this video isn't going to turn away any Slim Potatohead followers - quite the opposite

@janebray9392 3 года назад

Yes, def clickbait for Slimmers🤣😂👍‼️

@chriscoralAloha 3 года назад

I came here to be board. The title just made me smile.

@GARY-yu8pc 3 года назад

A little bit like your user name I bet you're anything but Average. Alice 👍🏻🇮🇪

@annaorbanes5070 3 года назад

Thanks for the special effects. That was fun.

@arnoldseay9118 3 года назад

This suggestion might be a little late but carpet pad under the carpet would give you a big increase in heat retention. In my camper I used Velcro strips instead of snaps which worked out really well. The plastic on your window should help a lot. Great video. This will make your camper a lot more comfortable in winter.

@kdryla 3 года назад

I live in my RV year round and I can tell you it’s better and easier to insulate the inside rather than the outside. A trick I use is to separate at night when it’s the coldest, parts of the trailer your not using. In your place at night I would curtain off the windows at your table. What I mean by that is have a curtain that separates that part of your RV with where you sleep and not waste heat where you are not using. Once the sun comes out in the morning depending on weather and how you park those windows can help the place warmup.

@wendyodom2090 3 года назад

I like your videos and your humor. Did find this interesting. I’m also a one step at a time person so kudos! 😊

@mickichikwinya5519 3 года назад

More interesting than you thought. An important topic.

@kathiehawley 3 года назад

Never boring...always a chance for me to learn something for someday

@ruthanderson1758 3 года назад

I love the fact that you do the best you can with what you can afford and if at some point in the future you can afford to spend more, you'll have the option to do it then. Look forward to seeing what you do with your insulation fixes.

@kristiejacobs4854 3 года назад

I think you’ve created a very interesting video! I like your methodology and resourcefulness!

@monacaensam9465 3 года назад

I LOVE using those foam floor ‘puzzle’ squares. They insulate, add padding, and are cuttable And light weight- and they are Made to be walked on!

@Jean-qn4fy 3 года назад

I don't have an RV, anymore, but hope springs eternal. I jump on your videos as soon as I see them.

@Open2OpenUT 3 года назад

Very enjoyable video. I’m looking forward to the progression into Winterising.

@barbaragriffin869 3 года назад

You’re the Bill Nye of camper science! I love it!!

@oceanbrzzz 3 года назад

Well said!

@brpoor1 3 года назад

Yes!! Exactly! He makes the “boring“ stuff interesting/fascinating! Perfect comparison!

@franielee38 3 года назад

Great analogy!!!!!

@SarahGraymatter 3 года назад

Bill Nye is NO kind of environmentalist

@bonniehanely4882 3 года назад

We loved this video and your humor 🤣

@okinawaorion5631 3 года назад

I really like the snoring sounds and wonky faces in this video. It is so much fun! Cheers

@classcrvlady7712 3 года назад

I'm a installing snaps on everything lady now because of you lol. So I owe you a huge thanks for helping me with my class c remodel.

@mandydavidson2146 3 года назад

Slim, your vids are never boring, always an inspiration to have a go and try out idea's ourselves. Looking forward to seeing how the insulation works out. Stay warm and safe xxx

@aztrails1 3 года назад

Not boring at all. Very useful info for those on a "Slim" budget.

@contrafax 3 года назад

I love benchmarks, gives me a clue as to what is effective. Thank you.

@LindySellsHomes 3 года назад

You are a goof ball and we love it.

@GPetCare 3 года назад

Good comment call. Thanks, Rusty! The final countdown begins! Hope you have an enjoyable Sunday. 👍👍 🐶🐶🤠🐶🐶🚐

@heavenshealthyhealingherba8270 3 года назад

There is good entertainment in the details! Thank you.

@chadriglin9217 3 года назад

Nice! Glad to see you have swag to purchase Slim🖒 I'm getting one for two reasons. ...#1 -support for yourself and #2 I love having T-shirts that most people don't have! Thank you for all your efforts Slim, I quite enjoy your videos.

@bartmanpoet9067 3 года назад

Thank you for the ideas and motivation to get on the road. After watching many videos I ran across somebody who insulated their windows by spraying window cleaner on their windows first, which will make, bubble wrap stick to it. You choose what you want to stick to it (easy on , easy off) clear or not you choose. Got to go I'm thawing the turkey for tomorrows oven visit. Hope this helps. Keep the ideas and videos coming!

@CabanaBoy63 3 года назад

Shall we expect a channel name change to "Slim Kaleidoscope-Head" in the near, or distant, future? ✌

@janebray9392 3 года назад

I'm still waiting for the sticker: " Where in The World is Slim PotatoHead?"

@jandyke9995 3 года назад

As usual great video. Those interlocking foam tiles on the floor cut to fit really help

@volvo09 3 года назад

Love your upgrades! I'm always so impressed because you work with what is AVAILABLE, and works for most everyone on any budget.... You aren't running out getting some top of the line spacecraft grade insulation, instead you are upgrading what you have and you use smart stuff. It isn't the best, but it can get anyone excited and into fixing up a trailer, and you show it doesn't have to be out of reach expensive to make a difference. Can't wait for results!

@fawain 3 года назад

Another good video - thanks for sharing. I have been following your travels for quite some time and truly enjoy them. Keep up the work !!!

@rfleming7883 3 года назад

Thanks Slim. I never thought insulation could be so interesting. Yes, it is a learning experience to know where to measure temps and then the thinking behind installing the different materials depending upon location and budget. I, for one, have benefited from your work.

@ladydi1875 3 года назад

It wasn't boring...,well maybe just a little....I liked the special affects!! Hope it all works out and it all makes a difference!

@baileydillion9331 3 года назад

Definitely not a boring video. Extreme amount of knowledge to come I’m sure. I’ve been insulating my RV so I need your knowledge to do this a little better. I can’t wait for the next video sporadic or not.Oh next time need to have a close-up shot of your new T-shirt. Peace and freedom.

@mr.different7494 3 года назад

There's no need for all the diffrent filters. I like yer vids just as is!

@rcsproject627 3 года назад

Never boring always interesting Slim!

@leedanielson7452 3 года назад

NOT boring Slim!!! 😝👍🎉

@rolliebca 3 года назад

Nothing like a little beach music vibe to bring in winter. Loved it!

@domnyman2187 3 года назад

I know you want to get out there Slim, but I like your making stuff videos as much as your travel and nature vids. Please dont put the camera down just to get camping quicker. Thanks for doing your thing. I look forward to each video.

@robertgullickson8758 3 года назад

I like the snaps on the rugs idea! I will use that in my slide in truck camper.

@CampingTherapy 3 года назад

Great ideas that I will probably use when I find the fiberglass camper I'm looking for.

@nejdro1 3 года назад

In terms of comfort, I would consider having the underside of the trailer covered with closed cell foam. If your feet are warm, you will be comfortable. Short of that, take thin rigid foam and glue indoor carpet to it to form a thermal barrier under the table where your feet rest. As to the windows, I would fashion storm windows buy cutting a wooden frame out of plywood and covering it with 3M shrink window plastic. After applying, it is heated with a hair dryer and shrinks taunt. This will allow light in, but dramatically increase your comfort while sitting with your back to the windows.

@martyhoover5336 3 года назад

Not boring. Very informative. Thanks the great vids you make. Keep them coming.

@truecrimefan837 3 года назад

Cant wait to see the end results. Great video.

@meinschatzi8978 3 года назад

I want a t-shirt! And will watch for the next video as you release them... And I was never snoring!

@wendyeesue 3 года назад

Not Boring at all. ALways love watching your videos .. Im always for learning things, thats what most of your videos content have..Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving... Peace....

@ktkace 3 года назад

I love quantified data, because a good start is half of succeeding already!

@B.E.Greatful 3 года назад

I love your build video's/experiment video's

@jamesenloe2791 3 года назад

You had me at “A Very Boring Video” I’m interested at seeing what you come up with for you windows. I was thinking that you could put Velcro on the vinyl and attach it to the frame of the window. This would act as a double pane window.

@volvo09 3 года назад

Yeah, velcro would do a good job. Just keeping an air gap between the window and frame works wonders.

@susanolson3611 3 года назад

great idea!

@beverlywatker2560 3 года назад

Only problem is that when it is super cold the sticky on the velcro doesn't stick very good. At least my experience.

@vmitchinson 3 года назад

CAN TIRE used to sell a shrinkage plastic that was made to insulate windows. The kit came with double sided tape that you put around the window on the wall. Attach the plastic film, use a hair dryer to heat shrink the film. It works pretty well but left tape residue on the wall.

@SarahGraymatter 3 года назад

I cut bubble wrap for my home windows. They stick to the window glass easily with moisture, allow light, and insulate reasonably.

@therixon 3 года назад

Great video Slim!.....loved it, and it wasn't boring at all!! It might be worth fitting some of the silver bubblewrap material underneath the new carpet, as that would definitely provide extra insulation chap.

@KG-cl9gv 3 года назад

So funny- I was glazing over... thanks for the add ins here, it was entertaining that way.😄. The thicker clear vinyl is better than the shrink stuff, but overlap any aluminum window framing, . You will be glad you did. Reflectix on the window, but they say it needs a gap to work better. Then make a window curtain made of fleece material from those $3.00 throws from Walmart . And a curtain of it up to your door, they are so cheap that you can get enough to have them all match, it really helps keep the cold on the other side of them ! really helped the propane efficiency. But that front door, aluminum and glass really was like an icebox until we put up the reflectix and fleece blanket. And all the heat didn’t immediately go out the door whenever-it was opened, the blanket helps ... and keep the cabinets open while getting the place heated, close up after that. My lessons learned. These are cheap and in your place it s one of the “funner “ things to get done, . On the floor I used that connecting mat, it’s spongy, about an inch thick and comes in colors, even wood look. Then carpet over it. It’s quick, not permanent and does give real good insulation from the cold floor

@coolnomade456 3 года назад

Hello Slim. I follow you from France and read you thanks to Google Translate. I am also a nomad and find myself well in your adventures. Thanks for these videos. Marc

@Txstomper 3 года назад

Can’t wait to see the results.

@myshirlzlife3259 3 года назад

LOL! Boring? Never Mr. Slim! You could make reading the phone book sound like an adventure! Sending you some Florida Sunshine :-)

@tylerj6182 3 года назад

I have a tent trailer so it’s just a propane sucker all night long 😅 not great for winter camping but we went up to sir Winston Churchill park in lac la biche in the beginning of October when it was just hovering around 0 and we were quite comfy! Can’t wait to winter camp vicariously through yourself Slim! ☺️

@Troutay 3 года назад

Never boring. Always entertaining! Thanks!

@sueg2658 3 года назад

I enjoyed the video, not boring at all. I appreciate your scientific engineer brain 🧠! Of course, you are a fun fella and love music and I appreciate that too. So thank you for a fun video!

@Elizabeth-rq1vi 3 года назад

You are such an engineer!💕. My day was a mechanical engineer so I grew up with the pre-thinking though it didn’t really stick with me! I do like to plan before doing, saves waste. Sorta. Look forward to how you insulate the Egg.

@JD-vb5ib 3 года назад

Keep 'em coming! Just spent 3 weeks in National Forests in my fiberglass Scamp. Yes, the floor gets cold and I have laid down 1/2" interlocking foam kids-play panels which works great! Windows are a problem and I do want to see outside and enjoy the light. May try blue/rigid foam panels on the windows on the "dark" side. Thanks Slim - Always great!

@marygordon3032 3 года назад

You’ve great ideas Slim thanks! 🤩👍👍👍💯💯💯

@kimbrandom2789 3 года назад

Good video and....not boring at all! Another thought for the windows.... There is a clear plastic product that is designed to be an insulator in cold weather. You shrink wrap it to the window with a hair dryer. I used this year's ago in a house that has very thin window panes and air gaps around the frame. Worked really well! Regarding the carpet, I bought inexpensive area rugs that come in various sizes for $10 at a local dollar general. These work great, especially since I have dogs and I can, when soiled, just hang them outside and hose them and clean them, or put them in a bathtub and wash them. Or, they are inexpensive enough to just replace if need be. I immediately noticed the insulation factor in having these down! I live in a 21' toy hauler trailer.

@SlimPotatohead 3 года назад

I've already covered the plastic sheet in my my A-frame videos: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jFb6gU6EcEU.html Thanks! SP