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There's a big difference between a camper for a weekend and one for fulltime RV life. Liz shares buying tips in getting the right camper for you.
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@luannkelly5071 2 года назад

This is for ME! I am 4 months into a camper I just hate. The floorplan is wrong in EVERY way, and not even a place for my 3 dogs to have a dog bed. I was too focused on price, weight, frame material, etc. I thought I could just make do. I should have started with the floorplan and storage configuration and then worked on the other pieces of the puzzle. I am now having to sell it myself and buy another one that I should have in the first place. Thank you, Liz!!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Oh my gosh! So sorry you are going through this, Luann. We meet lots of folks on the road who bought the wrong camper. There truly is a lot to think about! Wishing you best of luck selling it and happy camper shopping!

@brianbelliveau5551 2 года назад

Yea and it inside a cabinet under the sink

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

@@brianbelliveau5551 that works!

@backtoasimplelife 2 года назад

Man, so sorry to hear that! But you know, they say the first camper you buy is the one you want and the second one is the one you need. We first bought the one we could pay cash for, then the second one was everything we wanted and got a loan for. And everyone was price gouging as well. Anyhow, good luck!

@meseahunt 2 года назад

a w/d IS a MUST appliance if there is a space for it, for me it goes along with why i do not stay in hotel/motels, i am the only one who has been in my bed and my clothes are the only ones to be washed, who likes to sleep in a bed that 20 thousand+ others have done what and if you only saw what kinda stains were on those clothes to be previously washed..... no thank you it is $ well spent and peace of mind!! happy travels

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yes! We have no regrets at all about having our washer/dryer in our RV. Thanks so much for your comment and happy travels!

@backtoasimplelife 2 года назад

I think it's worth mentioning that if you plan on actual food prep and cooking that you will need more countertop and cabinet storage. My RV kitchen actually has a separate prep sink. I see so many RV kitchens that are too small to be practical. A dishwasher comes in quite handy too. I love my central vac and on-demand water heater. No waiting for showers.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Great points, thank you so much!

@EJChezz 2 года назад

Loved this video. Enjoy your channel. I'm not a full timer but I still enjoy listening to your content; always some information nuggets for me..... Happy Easter.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Awww, thank you so much! Happy Easter to you as well!

@medjtd01 2 года назад

Best video I’ve seen on what to really look for when buying an RV

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Awww, thank you much! Happy RV shopping!

@cushiekate 2 года назад

Im in theGrand Canyon working and you are so right about the heated underbelly. Still in the 30’s at night here. I had lots of issues in March with freezing. Also a bad taste in water even though I have a drinking water hose and filter. Something about sediment in the water heater. Its a lot as a female on her own. Your so lucky to have a handy partner. I find it more difficult than managing my home! But its only been 2 years and 3 RV’s later. Learning curve for sure! Ill be following as I decide whether to buy another or go back to stationary living.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Oh my gosh! I sure remember those days as a solo RVer. Yes, there is definitely a learning curve. I have thought if I had to do it again, I would travel with a group. Best of luck and hope to see you out here!

@Sergio54321 2 года назад

Great tips, thank you! You’re lucky Paul is so handy to be able to fix so many things and install things on your RV. Also lucky Paul is such a little guy and can fit in those small hard to reach places in your 5th wheel!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Exactly! Thanks so much!

@pburgess888 2 года назад

Great video & information. Thank you! Much appreciated.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you, Pam! Glad to have you with us!

@brianfields4479 2 года назад

Hi folks, nice to see you both again even if Paul was hidden away haha. What a great informative video and what a excellent presenter you make Liz. Now, shopping tips, here's one, let's see you outside our village shop one day , it's only a wee hop over the ocean ha. We love you guys, so down to earth and cheerful as always. We both look forward to seeing you each week, and it's make our week to see your friendly faces. We must try a video hook up one day, would be great to have a wee chat from new zealand some day. For now, take care, enjoy life and best wishes from down under. Brian @ barbs x

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Hi you two! Yes! We would love to chat on video! How fun! I’ll send you an email. ♥️

@blackmoor40k 2 года назад

Fort White Florida. I was in Southern Georgia last summer for the first time, and it looks a lot like that.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yes, indeed. We do already have a winner but good eye and thanks for playing! Yes, that part of the country has a specific look for sure!

@joanjackson2170 2 года назад

Really good suggestions! Seems like most people end up changing campers after a year or too for these reasons. We did.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yes! There's so much to think about when RV shopping that it's hard to get it right the first time. And I think that's ok. Sometimes you just don't know what you need until you have one. Thanks for your comment!

@giuliom8520 2 года назад

Great info, thanks for sharing! I used to rebel against taking my shoes off before I came into my house, but after being chewed out for tracking in mud too many times, I relented.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Ha! I’ve been RVing since the 90s and always take my shoes off. Paul seems to be immune to my convincing, cajoling, reasoning and chewing out! He keeps the rig repaired so that’s what really counts. ❤️

@zaineridling 2 года назад

Wow, what an essential video, so informative. Even if you're not an RV'er, you should know these things. 👍

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Awww, thank you much. Hugs to you!

@lookingforthetrail 2 года назад

8 rigs in three years. No wonder you have so much experience !

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Eight rigs in 30 years, I started out as a weekender. Sorry for any misunderstanding.

@travellingslim 2 года назад

Thanks for the video! Watching this from my full-time 19'9" Class B, it's always interesting to see how the "other half" lives and decides on RVs :)

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

I started out in a camper van and did it for five months! There's a lot to be said for being nimble.

@brianroth7852 2 года назад

Liz, Paul. We made a list of what we wanted. Cindy had hers and I had mine. We started out looking at all kinds of rigs. We settled on it had to have access to a bathroom at any time. Had to be able to get in the bed with out the slides open just in case. Had to have access to at least one side of the fridge with out the slides open. Plus be able to sit in with slides closed. Grand Design Momentum 398MR . Hit all the bells we wanted.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yay! So glad you took your time and got what you wanted. Too many people buy on impulse and end up not enjoying RV life as much as they could. Happy travels to you!

@jameskennedy673 2 года назад

❤️the video, you didn’t miss a thing. You probably could write a book about people you know who have made that mistake. There’s a saying make sure that you buy your second RV the first time. Sure glad that y’all are still living amazingly

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Hi James! That saying is so true. People rarely get it right the first time. I could probably do a whole series! Thanks for watching and your kind words!

@rmahlbacher 2 года назад

We started "sometiming" in 2019 with a travel trailer that we could afford at the time and a floor plan we actually loved. Louise had never RV'ed and it had been a long time for me, so we weren't sure if we were going to even like RV'ing. We loved it so much, we set a plan in motion. We retired, sold our house and are in the process of trading up to a fifth wheel. Our plans and decisions have been slow and methodical, but they are working out just fine. By May 2023 we will be full time travelers. Thanks to you Liz and Paul for sharing all your knowledge with us. It has helped immensely!!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Hi Bob! So great to see your plans become reality! You better start that countdown, May next year will be here before you know it!

@love2tri70 2 года назад

Great tips! We are going FT and should be getting our new GD 390RK in a few weeks. SO excited!!!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yay! That's so awesome! Congrats and we look forward to seeing you out here!

@charlenecastaldo3602 2 года назад

Thanks for the great information Liz! There is always something new to learn. I love your remodel. I'm glad you mentioned saving propane. We are fairly new to RVing and at first I couldn't understand why so many people were using instant pots and air fryers for cooking in their RVs. Then I realized, if you're hooked up to shore power, you're saving propane by using these appliances instead of the cook top or oven. Silly me! So far, so good with the camper we've chosen. Can't wait to get back on the road at again. It's always great to see Paul, too. You two are a great team.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Awww, thanks Charlene! So glad you are enjoying our videos. And welcome to RV life! We look forward to seeing you out here!

@maartena6283 2 года назад

Great video Liz! Haven’t commented in a while. COVID kept me sleepy. I’m much better now :) So… Cargo, love that you showed Paul’s tools and t-shirts. I see Paul is renovating his bedroom LOL…Fantastic points all around Liz and certainly you two are RV subject matter experts! Thanks for the video. Keep safe! Sorry for picking on you Paul 🤗

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Oh, I am so glad you are doing better. I bet you have lots of camping planned for this summer. Good one about Paul's bedroom, LOL!

@alanradnai7702 2 года назад

Appreciated your suggestions and related info. Good Job

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you much, Alan! I think RV shopping is fun but there truly is a lot to think about.

@monicalifornia_ 2 года назад

When we were looking in CA (years ago). All the rigs in lots had big decals “Not for full time living. For recreation use only”.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

I think I remember seeing decals like that some years ago, too. I wonder if some still say that. We've seen plenty of folks fulltiming in lightweight weekender rigs, often just saving up until they can make the switch.

@allanwarmflash4440 2 года назад

we have a grand design 337 rl for the 2 of us we love it but as you know an rv is trying to get most of the things you want we are always adding and removing things to improve our rig our bikes fold and can be kept in the back seat of our truck as an example safe travels

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thanks Allan! Yes, it’s true. You’re always reconfiguring or switching something out.

@rickpollay9851 2 года назад

Looks like Fort White, Florida near Ichetucknee Springs State Park

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

It sure is! Someone beat you to it though. Best of luck next time!

@brianbelliveau5551 2 года назад

I’m using a 5 gallon bucket under the counter and it is a space saver

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yes! Anything you get off of the floor is great. That bucket is a great idea!

@MarkSDCA 2 года назад

Marathon FL.... not very timely... oh well. Hi Liz and Paul.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

It was Fort White Florida. Thanks for playing and best of luck next time!

@Lauren-vd4qe 2 года назад

Was waiting for that water hose tap to squirt him in the face and you laughing...saying OOPS it sprung a leak!! then he chases you around the camper yelling "I will show YOU a leak!!"

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Too funny! Thanks Lauren! :)

@mattmlmlml 2 года назад

An accumulator is a great idea! I’m not sure why they are not included, particularly in the Solitude line.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

It sure makes a difference! Thanks for watching and commenting Matt!

@edrumsas5420 2 года назад

Great video. Macon GA is my guess. Safe travels. Cheers

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Good guess but it was Fort White Florida. Thanks for playing!

@robinhart1390 2 года назад

Wow Liz it’s so awesome that Paul’s so talented and can do so much work himself. He seems very competent!🥰 My husbands willing to learn. RU-vid’s are a great help! We’re planning on being part time but we will be on the road 2-3 months at a time. We’re getting a Grand design 2970RL trailer. It has a 5th wheel floor plan and a nice size kitchen with a 12 volt 10 cubic solar fridge. I do whole food plant base cooking so I need a good kitchen but the trash can will have to go under the sink unfortunately. Maybe we can add a pull out so it’s easier to get to. Thanks for the great video.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you Robin! Wow, so much to look forward to with your new fifth wheel! And lucky you to have a 12 volt fridge, we've heard good things about those! Thanks for watching and see you out here!

@cathyfrint8860 2 года назад

Thanks for the information! Although we are doing well will the 315RLTS full-time, I wish we would have thought more about the cargo storage. Also, my husband does not take his shoes off. I would love to have a Solitude!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Hi Cathy! Yes, cargo storage was the stumbling block with our last camper when Paul moved in with all those tools (that have saved the day many times). But what IS it with your man and mine with not taking their shoes off? The floors would stay SO much cleaner if they did! Hope to meet you in a campground someday!

@FrozenTundra1365 2 года назад

Great information Liz, we are on our 4th RV and still our RV is not perfect but things always change like built in solar panels and the 12V fridge which have been amazing upgrades from our previous Rv’s.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yay! We’ve heard good things about both. Thanks for your comment!

@marksr8784 2 года назад

Great video tips 😁 looks like I have to get Handy 🤔

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yep, you either become handy or go broke!

@rosemarydoran9907 2 года назад

How about know you needs vs. wants and know your budget. If you are going to be pulling a trailer, know what your tow vehicle can handle.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Good ones, thanks so much Rosemary!

@akneemoose3383 2 года назад

Marathon, Florida

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Nope, good guess. It was Fort White Florida. Better luck next week and thanks for playing!

@ninastump7616 2 года назад

good advice

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you, Nina!

@lisamcgrath3132 2 года назад

Hi Liz & Paul, another amazing video and lots of great tips for anyone looking into a camper for full time or part time🤗

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thanks Lisa, we love you!

@uphereoutthere2807 2 года назад

Excellent information!! You've really covered a lot. I would say to also shop according to your electrical needs...solar, Invertors etc. We are weekenders mostly but I still wish we had an inverter to make boondocking easier. Thanks Liz, amazing job as usual!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Great tip! Thank you so much for your kind words.

@mikecurry8155 2 года назад

clip at the end is Fort White, FL

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

It sure is! Good eye. Someone beat you to it, wishing you better luck next week.

@bubbatim2009 2 года назад

Not 1st but knew you were on FL 27...Safe travels

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Gosh! Good eyes you've got. Thanks for playing!

@harley9218 2 года назад

Very nice presentation.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you much, Harley!

@jennifer1996xxxx 2 года назад

Hi Liz and Paul! Are you guys in Pennsylvania? I have traded my fifth wheel for a class C so I may be on the road here soon! Sending you love and hugs 💕 Liz thank you for the wonderful video. Paul, you are so handy, always working on the rig! ❤️ Jennifer

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Hi Jennifer! We are on our way to Pennsylvania for our bike ride. We start in Pittsburgh but I think we are crossing the state because we end up in DC. I think you saw our video about it, and it's not too late for you or anyone reading this to join us: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-BmQh0Gzrz40.html Congrats on your Class C! I do hope we see you on the road- yay!

@thetravelingbrowns 2 года назад

Always good too see you two! 👍

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you, Jenna! We love you!

@thetravelingbrowns 2 года назад

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@10lauset 2 года назад

.. Cheers to both of you ..

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you Laurie!

@robertvaden9961 2 года назад

I Just learned a lot from you all thank you please keep your videos coming it sure would like a sticker but if not that’s all right keep sending those videos we are beginners

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thanks Robert! Every video has a clue in it so even if you haven't traveled much you can figure it out. Just had someone from the Netherlands correctly guess this one! Congrats to you on your beginning RV life! Hope to see you in a campground someday!

@robertvaden9961 2 года назад

What Of Internet service do you y’all use. We have Verizon on our phones. But don’t know if we need to get an Internet service

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

@@robertvaden9961 We use a lot of Internet, but your not phones may be fine, depending on where you’re going. We find this helps a lot: RV Cell Phone and Internet Solution | HiBoost Cellular Booster | Fulltime RV Living ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-i-pKsvFaKwU.html

@tuvia4082 2 года назад

Great Video, great ideas (as always) I'm gonna guess Fort White, Florida. (oops, others have already guessed it)

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yep! You got it. Good eye. We do already have a winner so best of luck next time!

@chiefsnarlsnortz1610 2 года назад

All in 1 machine, or 2 machines? I don’t wanna do laundry mats at 63! All ready did 5 years without!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yep. We did the laundromats for 3 years and are glad to have that behind us now. We did the research and this is what we got and why. And thanks for watching! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-NYXs7ogsCHk.html

@cathybeall986 2 года назад

Great tips. Thanks 😊

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you Cathy!

@Charlottes990 2 года назад

Great video! Thanks!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you much, glad to have you with us!

@gorantuveback3442 2 года назад

Fort White FL!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

You got it, good sleuthing! We already have a winner but thanks for playing.

@gorantuveback3442 2 года назад

@@LizAmazing We think we deserve a 6-hour-time-zone-credit! 😉 Otherwise, we'll have to get up in the middle of the night to ever have a chance of winning! 🤣🤣 jk, we still enjoy the challenge!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

@@gorantuveback3442 That's right, the time zone!!! I'll just keep making them harder so maybe no one will have guessed by the time you see it. 😀

@pupcamper58 2 года назад

Thanks always great information.❤️

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Awww, thanks you much! Big hugs to you!

@mjcphoto 2 года назад

Gainesville Fl

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Close, it was Fort White. Thanks for playing and best of luck next time.

@jeanettesjourney9147 2 года назад

Great tips. Thank you. Hubby and I have talked a lot about trying full time for a year but I'm not sure our new little 17 foot would work well.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

You know, we see people do it in small campers. It's not for me as my 21 ft camper van got to be too small. But we know people do it. Maybe start with that and it will help you decide what you truly need.

@jeanettesjourney9147 2 года назад

@@LizAmazing I know what you mean. Our class B Was also 21 feet and I learned a lot about how to pack small but the bathroom was just too small for my hubby. We finally settled on a new 1750RD that has a nice sized shower and huge rear windows. When we stayed backing to the ocean in Carlsbad the view was amazing. Stay safe and have fun on your rides.

@jeffpapendorf6977 2 года назад

You mentioned a large enough refrigerator, what about the stove how important is it to have a residential stove for cooking.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Hi Jeff, yes I could do a whole video about what you need in an RV kitchen. All eight of the campers I've owned have had gas stoves which have been great. The trend is shifting towards all-electric campers, something we've been seeing for the past few years in Class A motorcoaches. Water boils faster on an induction. We don't know of anyone who uses a residential stove in an RV. If you are a serious baker you may wish for a residential oven though.

@wandrousvindella716 2 года назад

Great info! I was set on a 23 foot Flying Cloud (double axle) with an F250. My husband said he would only go in an A class. And here we are in our "new to us" 2018 Airstream Classic 33FB & a 2020 F250 diesel. The shoes are an issue, so we hung a shoe caddy on the inside of door. They come off at the door. We're not fulltime, but that is MY goal. Hope to see y'all on the road. Vinnie & Wanda, Charleston SC

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yay! Congratulations, sounds like a great Airstream! Hope to camp next to you someday. If so, come over and tell Paul to take his shoes off! 😄

@janetragan-woessner3882 2 года назад

In regards to the shoe storage we have a wrap around caddy/organizer that wraps around the mattress. It’s wonderful and really doesn’t take any extra room

@mudhappy69 2 года назад

Fort White...

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

That's right! Someone beat you to it, better luck next week.

@michellekoonce3191 2 года назад

Hello, Sure did miss Pauls opening line with you, so glad you explained. Anyway, you said this was your 8th RV. If you can explain or let me know how do you financially afford to swap out? Or get new without going further in debt? If this is a nosy question or question for another blog please let me know. I would love to have a new bigger RV, tow with a 4x4 2008 Dually can pull most anything. I have a 1/2” spray in roof, the rubber roofing got replaced 5 years ago and it is guaranteed for life, along with the RV being paid in full. Never have any issues with my fridge or AC. I have 3 holding tanks 2-gray, 1-fresh & 1-black, also I maintain the big 12’ slide roof which has white flex-seal on it. RV Sits on a 12” I-beam and the 30’ layout is fantastic. However, RV’s don’t last forever and I know in the future I will have to replace it. Just was wondering about the financial cost or how you go about changing out RV’s without going further in debt. Thanks again and Happy Trails Michelle Tallahassee. FLorida !!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Hi Michelle! This is such a great question and I probably could do a video on it. I’ll give you the short answer first bc it’s hard to sum up all the transactions. I think it’s a combination of luck, hard bargaining, good maintenance and high value updates. Some examples: When I sold the Chinook camper van I made a profit and had it less than a year and drove it 15k miles. It was a cream puff when I bought it and I improved it with: replaced carpet with vinyl plank, replaced suspension, new tires, cellular booster and more. These campers are rare and I got all my money back including what I put in it and then some. Before II purchased the brand new 260RD Grand Design fifth wheel, I joined a GD Facebook group. I learned that most people at that time (2019) were paying 30% below MSRP. So that’s what I paid. After Paul and I got together we decided to upgrade to what we have now, the 310GK. We shopped nationwide and negotiated price at a dealer 1600 miles away. We did not tell them we had a trade-in until after we agreed on price. They offered us what I’d paid for it nearly a year earlier. That was Feb 2020. The others were always well maintained with upgrades. I always sold privately at the start of camping season (in Kentucky) to get top dollar. Hope this helps and best of luck!

@noname6568 2 года назад

What about having to deal with the additional water it takes to run a washer washer isn't that kind of a pain in the ass

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

If you're on full hookups, it's not at all. We have done laundry when not having that and Paul solves it this way: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-DT2XAHh2YQI.html

@bighoss8518 2 года назад

Can you do a video on the accumulator that was installed? Thank you...

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

We plan to do one for sure. Stay tuned!

@RVWagginTails 2 года назад

Hey Paul, I have that same long sleeve I.S. shirt! I'm assuming you guys had the I.S. installed also?

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

We did! Here's our video about it, love that IS! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-fXtKTdy-xJc.html

@RVWagginTails 2 года назад

@@LizAmazing it was our #1 upgrade in our Top 10 upgrades and add on video. Makes a huge difference in the ride!

@lauramouser 2 года назад

Maybe you already answered this, but why are you getting a new roof in AZ? Didn't you have it replace in the last couple of years?

@cushiekate 2 года назад

The thing I discovered living in my TT is the bed set up. I hate that I can’t get out from the side because the wheel wells are in the way and there’s cabinets above my head that I’ve bumped into! Its brutal changing the sheets. Mostly I hate that I have to do a crab walk to get out of bed! Next trailer has to have a better bed set up. Second is going thru the bathroom to get to bedroom! Awkward if you have over nite guests. Cabinets that are big holes! Hard to organize. Unfortunately some of these thing dont get discovered until you live in them! This is my third and I still screwed up!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

There truly is so much to think about when shopping. When I had the van I had to convert the sofa into a bed every single day. It was not an easy thing to get it back into a sofa. Like I said in the video, my priorities were for a bed that stayed a bed, a sofa that stayed a sofa and a table that stayed a table. But that was camper number SIX for me, so don't feel bad!

@carltuckerson7718 2 года назад

We bought the wrong one - too small. And full time is out of the question for us. Plus, now we had an accident at 40 and need an extra bed 👶 🤦

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Oh geez, so sorry. It’s rare to get the right RV the first time. So many things to think about. And, wait, what, oh my gosh! Wow! 😄

@JulieBeyerRDN 2 года назад

Such great things to consider. Do you also have the double panes in your windows? Do you think they are necessary?

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Hi Julie! We do not. If we were ordering one we would prob get one. Not sure how much if any difference they would make on sound. On insulation dual pane would prevent condensation.

@rvdogfl 2 года назад

Fort White Florida woo hoo 1ST

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Oh my GOSH, you are GOOD!!! Send us an email to liz@lizamazing.com and congratulations!

@rvdogfl 2 года назад

@@LizAmazing Email sent Thank you. Fort White is where my favorite spring is Ichetucknee Springs

@t.keithcason3618 2 года назад

Ahhh, was an hour late! I've been there many times.. 🙄

@conniekean2162 2 года назад

I was too late also. Tubing the ichetuckee is a favorite.

@conniekean2162 2 года назад

Great video. CCC is really underrated, but so important.

@joseterra4359 2 года назад

Your at fort white Florida

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yes! Good eye! Unfortunately we already have a winner. Thanks for playing and better luck next time!

@Greg_Gatsby 2 года назад

Good content. 👍 🐣

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thanks Greg! So great to see you here!

@gordongekko4752 2 года назад

What about insurance?

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

We recommend fulltimers RV insurance through Progressive or State Farm.

@janetragan-woessner3882 2 года назад

I like to have the same ingredients all the time in my kitchen. We keep a list of what we use replace those items when our trip is over. Very easy and I know what I can make with those items. Then all we have to do is replenish the refrigerator when we’re ready to go.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

That sounds well organized, Janet! Thanks for watching and commenting. Happy travels.

@davidmussack4529 2 года назад

Good advice. Right now I have a weekend, or weeklong, towable, and it’s pretty good. These are good tips. I may use them in the future if I do longer camp trips.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

That’s awesome! So glad this video helps, David. Wishing you much happy camping this season!

@randomspirit 2 года назад

59 miles from Perry. LOL

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Yep. Wherever that is!

@jaygorakht5135 2 года назад

Make some. Travel vlogs ✌️✌️☺️😜😜

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you!

@jaygorakht5135 2 года назад

@@LizAmazing mention not ✌️❤️

@davidkendall6801 2 года назад

Speaking of cost, how much does it cost to go through 8 different RVs?

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

That was VERY profitable, thank goodness! I’ll give you the short answer first bc it’s hard to sum up all the transactions. I think it’s a combination of luck, hard bargaining, good maintenance and high value updates. Some examples: When I sold the Chinook camper van I made a profit and had it less than a year and drove it 15k miles. It was a cream puff when I bought it and I improved it with: replaced carpet with vinyl plank, replaced suspension, new tires, cellular booster and more. These campers are rare and I got all my money back including what I put in it and then some. Before I purchased the brand new 260RD Grand Design fifth wheel, I joined a GD Facebook group. I learned that most people at that time (2019) were paying 30% below MSRP. So that’s what I paid. After Paul and I got together we decided to upgrade to what we have now, the 310GK. We shopped nationwide and negotiated price at a dealer 1600 miles away. We did not tell them we had a trade-in until after we agreed on price. They offered us what I’d paid for it nearly a year earlier. That was Feb 2020. The others were always well maintained with upgrades. I always sold privately at the start of camping season (in Kentucky) to get top dollar. Hope this helps and best of luck!

@TrishBenedict 2 года назад

I gotta be honest, I don’t recognize anywhere with $3.19 gas! It is way up into the $5+ range here in the Bay Area. Must be an old video… I know CA is high but still…

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Ha, ha, I love it! Yes that clip was from Montana last summer. We, too, are in the upper $4 to just at $5 range for diesel.

@TrishBenedict 2 года назад

Montana?! I thought you were in Florida. There is no Branford or Perry in Montana and there are in upper Florida between Gainesville and Tallahassee - 46 miles apart, just as the turn off sign in the video would suggest. .??? Oh, okay, I flipped through the comments it’s Fort White, FL. Close, no cigar for me - or sticker. :^)

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

@@TrishBenedict oh sorry, I was confused. Montana last summer was where that gas station was. Yes, it’s Fort White, best of luck next time. Sorry no 🚬

@robh063 2 года назад

You have to be really overweight carrying all that stuff. I know you have a 2500HD and Timbrens but still...you travel with so much stuff! Have you ever gone to a CAT scale? We travel light in our 311BHS which is much lighter than your Solitude and we're right at max weight after packing only essentials and putting anything heavy behind the axels. We have a 2020 Silverado 2500HD with the upgraded 11,350 GVWR too!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Thank you! Yes, we've been to the Cat Scale and are good. But we cannot travel with a full fresh water tank. Another thing that we did was upgrade our tires to handle the extra weight. We wouldn't mind having a new 3500 but they can't be found these days.

@robh063 2 года назад

@@LizAmazing Not to mention you would pay $80K-90K for a new one. I will say that every time I pack our RV for a trip and hook up, I think about you guys and say to myself...They travel all over and I know they're a lot heavier than I am so I'm good to go! LOL

@garyedwards9972 2 года назад

The video quality of this is "amazing".

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Awww, you are too kind!

@leonardmarlborough5587 2 года назад

Ft White Florida?

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

It is! We already have a winner though. Thanks for playing and good luck next week!

@drinkinslim 2 года назад

Does it what?

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Does it have what you need to fulltime?

@minnesotafolk8722 2 года назад

Ct.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

It was FL. Thanks for playing and best of luck next time!

@musicgrandma5742 2 года назад

Sorry, but what is an accumulator?

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Paul was waiting for someone to ask! It’s a gadget that smoothes out the pulsing of the water flow from the water pump.

@HugsBach 2 года назад

There really needs to be more handicap RV tips. When so disabled, solo ...too much dependency on others.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

We see people who use wheelchairs doing this life. You'd need to make some mods but it can be done. Best of luck!

@edgramza 2 года назад

Guilford, CT?

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

Nope, it was Fort White Florida, but somebody guessed it right away. Thanks for playing, Ed!

@edgramza 2 года назад

@@LizAmazing oh well, worth the shot. I went by the road sign with the two cities listed and they were both in CT. Next time I guess. Great videos as usual though!

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

@@edgramza Thanks Ed. Yes, I am dropping hints in each video so if you're not from the area you can still figure it out. Glad you saw those road signs, funny that it wasn't the right state. See you in the next one!

@norm4907 2 года назад

Tips, really. You guys of busted everything I have ever seen.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

How funny! It wasn't easy to post our gas station incident but we know that video has helped so many people. By the way, we heard from the gas station manager that stuff like this happens every week!!! We are not perfect and I think you are being unrealistic to expect to learn from someone has made zero mistakes. We wish you much luck and hope you don't make a single mistake. (if you do though, please post it on RU-vid so we all can see.) Thanks for watching and happy travels.

@norm4907 2 года назад

👍

@mikemiller9119 2 года назад

Be very conservative on doing renovations on any RV. I understand you want it to work for you, but you should be able to put it back to it original setup. Once you modify like they have, you limit your audience for resale. This will also effect your resale value. If you start painting cabinets, pulling out cabinets, etc, there’s a good chance the person you are selling to doesn’t like your taste. Everyone is different and this may cause people to pass on your Rv, because many people are not buying these to have another project. Not saying you shouldn’t make it your own, but you should use caution and think about the future. These are not sticks and bricks that can be done over many times. Once or twice done the wrong way will land your Rv in a homeless encampment.

@LizAmazing 2 года назад

That's a great point, Mike. We wondered the same thing when we took our couch out. Fortunately, in our case they are easily replaced. But there definitely is a point of no return in renovations where you could really hurt your resale. Thanks for your comment!