RV ROOKIES! Setting Up Our FIRST RV!!

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We think we know what we are doing... but we are not 100% sure. You do the research to know as much as you can, but you never know how it really is until you get in there... We make a run to the grocery store to grab a few items and give the new 2021 Thor Gemini 23TW a road test... and hear a rattle... then grab some dinner at Whataburger, because one must!! Then we load up all the stuff we brought with us into our new second home. Did we get this right???
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@EECCTravels 3 года назад

If you are looking for a Gemini or Compass, contact Ted at MHSRV at 817-659-0897 as he took good care of us! Tell him when you call that EECC Travels sent you!!

@philiphoffman4740 3 года назад

The best part of their videos is how excited this couple is, and they enjoy each other's company so much, hooray for them.

@BellaSnowball 3 года назад

I remember when we bought our RV ... 7 years later, I still get excited for every trip

@franceinegelven677 3 года назад

I agree. They just tickle me. So cute

@rahulgandigudi 3 года назад

OMG they are like kid in candy shop and lots of positive vibes🤙

@genesiesky3756 3 года назад

Congratulations on your first RV. If I was buying again, this is the unit I would have also bought. (I have had 2 class c's). It's good looking and I like the Ford 3.5 gas ECOboost in my F150 so it will be good for the RV. Follow the break-in period for the engine. SUGGESTION; Make a list for your departures and setups things to do so you don't miss anything. After a while you will get your routines down. SUGGESTION: Get the non slip drawer liners to keep things from moving in the drawers and to keep things from rattling. You can get the material AND CUT IT TO FIT at Dollar Tree or WalMart. It's very inexpensive unless you buy it from an RV store. SUGGESTION: Buy a water filter unless the unit came with one and a good surge protector. You got a learn to learn and will make mistakes, but us veterans will be here to help you if you have questions. Be careful with the tail swing when you leave gas station pumps and watch for the rear end dragging over culverts. And always remember to LOOK UP when you come into areas with low hanging branches. Use a spotter when you need it. Enjoy RVing.

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Thanks so much for all of the suggestions! We have a surge protector and water filter. I do need some shelf liners for sure.

@genesiesky3756 3 года назад

@@bradd774 agree with everything you said.

@DragonWarriorMama 3 года назад

I second the drawer liners! And get travel size toothbrushes/hairbrush and such, you can leave it in your rv for future trips and it will save you on packing

@Fulltinyhouse 3 года назад

When your house moves, things rattle, lol. We enjoy when Whataburger is on the agenda 😋

@mitchellchandler3689 3 года назад

You 2 remind me of 2 young kids waking up Christmas morning racing out to the tree to open up presents

@aussiejohn5835 3 года назад

I am so excited for you both and Jason, how lucky are you to have a wife who is so organised and practical.

@murda2999 3 года назад

I've only seen two of your videos (this one and the next one where you head home) and you can tell how happy and excited your guys are about it. Glad to see! Enjoy.

@Random-rc4um 3 года назад

“Honey, you did a great job on the bed”....😳

@stratman50th 3 года назад

One thing we found was you won't need all those dishes, pots and pans. We have 3 of each type dish, and cut back on silverware too. You'll wash dishes after each meal just because of space. Enjoy the new coach!

@bobshaw4063 3 года назад

You two are cute . I love how excited you both are like two kids on Christmas morning .

@dirtbikefan2007 3 года назад

Can I offer a few pieces of advice? I have the same size RV. Fill your onboard water tank and skip connecting to a spigot. No worries about pressure and if you have a leak you will hear your water pump, but not the water hose. I know this from experience. Get a power protector. We have had it save us twice now. When it comes to those window shades, the ones that go into the windows are a pain! You will almost never use the captains seats, so put up a curtain rod and just get some thick curtains instead. Makes blocking off the front easy. One other reason to not hook up anything but electricity is because that is small enough to not need to tow a car, it will make is easy to unhook from power to run into town for lunch, dinner, site seeing, etc. Also, get leveling blocks (get the ones made for dualies and also from singles) but don't level unless you have to. I mean unless you really need to. Try to find level spots to avoid leveling if possible. I use an app on my phone called motorhomelevel, it works great. Also too much work and makes taking your rig someplace a pain. It is all about easy to setup and tear down. So the least work the best. Just my two cents.

@slinkyengelking 3 года назад

You made an excellent choice. Only suggestion.. before spring. You might consider mesh screens for your furnace and refrigerator vents. Dirt dobbers are attracted to the propane. Found out the hard way myself. ;)

@flickamom3135 3 года назад

What are dirt dobbers

@stephenbooth507 3 года назад

@@flickamom3135 wasps

@debbrowning9552 3 года назад

“She’s so pretty!” I thought he was talking about his wife.

@georgeeddins6737 3 года назад

I was thinking that too

@BuckleBunny 3 года назад

So did she and she is, but nope, he was talking about the rig.

@Stephanie-cd9kz 3 года назад

I did too. I thought Jason was talking about his wife! 😂😂

@nancivanloo7701 3 года назад

Love the RV you’ve chosen. Big enough to enjoy living inside and small enough to enjoy driving to most parks.

@Lilliancooks 3 года назад

Can’t be stealth with this one but it’s GORGEOUS!!! And you are both adorable💕

@cheersdarlin916 3 года назад

Beddies bedding is perfect for the RV. Also, get a mat to go over your stove top. I found that our glass scratches really easy.

@kellytran1923 2 года назад

A mat ?

@yvettecunningham5496 3 года назад

Great video. Thanks for the tour. Love love your RV. Spacious and and very attractive. Who wouldn't love to have one like this. Love your personalities.😊

@BugsOnTheWindshield 3 года назад

I can feel your excitement. Great looking RV. Can’t wait to see all the adventures. Congrats!

@nomadichope1211 3 года назад

You guys are so cute!😆 You're so excited! I love it!😄

@deborahyee2253 3 года назад

Congrats you two wonderful travelers! This is exactly what I would want to have -size is perfect!! Will always follow your journeys!

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Thank you!! We think the size is perfect too.

@tinaduncan72 3 года назад

Congratulations, I'm excited to see where we going.

@keeperzero 3 года назад

Whataburger first meal in the RV now that Savage

@cathleenweston3541 3 года назад

That's what I said.

@franksnowe4223 3 года назад

Love it !! We have a 2017 Gemini and have loved every minute of using it. One thing about your awning that is different then most others is it has automatic roll up when the wind is too heavy. Its a great feature. Yall enjoy.

@DragonWarriorMama 3 года назад

Omg i haven't seen a Brookshires in years!!!! Memories . I used to live in Texas, i still have family there, and in Louisiana too. I was actually born in Louisiana

@cathleenweston3541 3 года назад

Me, too. My fam is near Dallas. I'm stuck in California. Kids won't move to Texas YET. It's coming though. As we fall completely apart. Brookshires, HEB, Braums. And Whataburger!

@terireid651 3 года назад

When the boys join you it will get smaller fast. Looks so nice. Yes, you guys did a great job.

@Mrcruisefever1 3 года назад

I agree with you @Teri Reid I can’t wait to see the boys of the RV @EECC Travels ( Alissa & Jason )

@wondafaith8621 3 года назад

Extremely happy for you guys! She's beautiful and we appreciate you allowing us to dream with you. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy...life is too short to waste every moment of your adventures! I'll keep watching and praying for your safety.

@nd4539 3 года назад

The end of this video is what you need to rewatch and rewatch when you have a tire blowout or fridge malfunction or water heater won’t kick on. Just remember the feeling of it being awesome! Rvs are work but also can be a very rewarding and fun way to travel. congrats!

@leslie476 3 года назад

If you should have warranty issues just keep in mind that when you take your unit in for service you may not get it back for weeks or even months depending on the issues. If you are mechanically handy you might want to address some issues on your own. I have been rving since the 60s and love every minute of it. Issues are souvenirs and memories that you will be talking about year after year around the campfire. Good luck and enjoy.

@adriansmith7545 3 года назад

You two have made me want to invest in such a purchase. I love your enthusiasm with this RV. Good choice.

@brenettawaters5561 3 года назад

🎉 Congratulations!! Enjoy!

@jmwilson3787 3 года назад

They all rattle until you get them loaded, then you figure out the rattles😊. Overheads work great for light weight foods and supplies, but can goods really should be lower to help prevent it from being to be top heavy, and weight on overheads could pull them loose, especially when you travel over dirt roads which can be washboards.

@tmsala59 3 года назад

BIG Congrats On Your New RV! She's Beautiful! Great Choice! I Love The RV Life! Looking To Get One In About A Year And A Half! Happy RV-ing To You Both!💖😉🥂

@marthaewing1230 3 года назад

AWESOME !!!!!! 👍🏽 I am happy for you and proud of you 💕

@tanyawarren483 3 года назад

So awesome! My dream is to own one and live in it one day....congrats!

@blitzedangel4556 3 года назад

I enjoy their excitement. Genuine joy of owning this RV. Will look forward to seeing the journey. Bless you both

@kevinsage3756 3 года назад

I love your RV....I would love to try driving one one day....I would be content to live in it full time...

@robinbargo4417 3 года назад

Great video. I truly appreciate how you covered your introduction to your RV. Great purchase.

@laurinye3475 3 года назад

My grandfather owned a campground. In 50 years, we have gone from tents, to pop-ups, to canned ham, to Avion, and now have a 5vr. I am absolutely fascinated by this rig!! Congrats!!

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Thanks! I (Alisa) grew up camping in every type of rig there is. Love it.

@Bellyup6969 3 года назад

What a joy to watch someone enjoy a payoff resulting from hard work. Nothing better than enjoying a new toy ...that you earned < have fun you guys!!

@andrewmalone4357 3 года назад

You should get a surge protector for your electric cable

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Yep we bought one

@alinaperez9049 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing this experience with us. May you have many many joyful memories. ENJOY!!

@darrenbenassi4738 3 года назад

You guys are so cool and get along so good, enjoy this super exciting life , exploring this great 👍 country!

@donaldtharp 3 года назад

Awesome RV. Thanks for taking us along on your first night with the new rig.

@kevinstrauser1590 3 года назад

Believe me, you buy more "stuff" than you really need. Try to keep it simple! More stuff, more time setting up & repacking

@garyevans9688 3 года назад

Loved the video guy's, so much practical info on how you set the RV up and your stuff up in the RV. Please keep us posted on how you RV runs, the good (and bad if any) Take care and stay safe. Happy travels.

@marshabridges4014 3 года назад

You two are adorable. We have an RV and we know exactly how you feel. Good luck. 🥰

@markmwiner 3 года назад

You guys are too cool. Love your new RV.

@markhamilton7700 3 года назад

When Jason said she's so pretty as they were walking out of the store I believe he was referring to Alysa. He should have been anyway. The RV is nice also.

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Awe thank you 😊

@cindylewis3730 3 года назад

You can get non-skid drawer liners and cut to fit between the pots and pans to stop any rattling or rubbing together or scratching. Great for keeping glasses, coffee mugs and dishes from shifting around in the cabinets too.

@collinbrydson1070 3 года назад

Reallly happy for u guys...could real feel your excitment ...now to share this with the wife..

@austinedwards1918 3 года назад

You guys did good on the RV. Great choice. I couldnt drive those super car's too big for me.

@stacyfranceschi585 22 дня назад

Surfing through old stuff that l haven't seen, I'm bored tonight, anyway came across this one good for you that you didn't get sick traveling in the Van while pregnant and on the road. I would have.🥴

@kenterprise2 3 года назад

Great experience!!! Thanks for taking us along. I love it, the RV is the perfect size, I am inspired.

@jeffnacuspag8493 3 года назад

love it 😊 this couple is so awesome love watching your videos

@barbaraking5295 3 года назад

Of you can use the liquid stuff you put down toilet for smell. The pods have thin plastic that can get cough in your black water (dirty) water washer and get caught on the Guage that checks fullness of black and grey tanks.

@virgloh8934 3 года назад

You did good...Wishing you many, many wonderful years of travels & fun....Safe travels, stay healthly and GOD BLESS......

@monjurulkader 2 года назад

Soooooooo happy for both of you. Planning to buy one of these. Love and best wishes from Toronto, Canada.

@pamhill1901 3 года назад

So happy for you guys I know you will enjoy it for a long time. Can't wait to see the boys with y'all. Safe traveling.

@stacyrector8515 3 года назад

Rv beds are never easy! 🤣 my suggestion for your noises and lots and pans is to put something between the different pots and lids. It’ll help with rattles and protect the pits too. Either use one of those rubber rolls from Walmart that can be cut to fit or hand towels or similar. I just started watching ya, Enjoy your new rig!😉

@cathynavin1967 3 года назад

You did a great job hooking everything up. Clearly you did your homework for the essential items to start with. The more you use it and talk with other campers you will learn what you still need and what you do not need to waste your money on. In the 20 yrs I have been camping my favorite thing is meeting new people and seeing them every year. You are going to have a great time exploring the U.S.

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

We did do a lot of research while it was on order. And the people we have met are so nice!!

@brownskin477 3 года назад

Awesome! Family!!!! Excited for you !💕🙏

@garytilkin 3 года назад

Consider a surge suppressor at the electric panel. It will save you one day. Always make sure you are level before slides. Put a block on your wheels. Have at least a half a tank of fresh water even if your are at an RV park with water. Gives you the ability to stop on a long trip in a Walmart parking lot. Get rubber patches to put in between your dishes. Safer and less noise. Reconsider your pots and pans. There are great pots and pans the nest, all use one handle, weigh less, take up less space, and cook great. Great ideal on the dishes.

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Thanks for the tips!

@piplup10203854 3 года назад

Whataburger is pretty good :D I would stop by there for dinner too cause if you see one you got to have it lol 😂

@muchmorethan10words 3 года назад

What a happy couple! Glad to see you guys.

@hardknocks6437 3 года назад

It’s pretty cool how excited you are ! Congratulations!!!

@KapKen 3 года назад

Good Stuff, love the video and the sheer enthusiasm of you both...Look forward to seeing more videos!

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Thank you very much! 😊

@shadowwolf9482 3 года назад

gotta say thats an awesome looking rig love it

@waynes.1247 3 года назад

Congratulations on your new RV. You guys are a cute couple. Nice to see your excitement with your new RV

@wolfsden3812 3 года назад

Soooooo happy for the both of you and I can't wish you enough luck and happiness....enjoy and good health.....

@leslie476 3 года назад

There is a very nice exterior privacy curtain that fits over the windshield that attaches with magnets that seals tight and looks amazing.

@cindyeissler9099 3 года назад

I suggest you follow Traveling Robert. He's a full time RV youtuber. He's been all around the US. Great guy too. Also you may want to go to Quartzite AZ for the HUGE Rv show next year.

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

We met him at the RV show! To our surprise he actually knew who we were from RU-vid as well! He seems pretty cool!

@jojoinrancho320 3 года назад

Went to Quartzsite last weekend for our annual trip. Perfect weather, fun hanging with friends.

@lauragb3677 3 года назад

Beautiful RV, perfect size for driving around populated areas too.

@michellelyon3149 3 года назад

Gives you the same feeling as the first time you boarded a cruise ship! Have a good time & stay well.

@debbiebrow8857 3 года назад

Wow love your choice of RV's.! We had a class A years ago for about 10 years. Then we started world traveling and cruising on small and large ships.. So.... we sold the RV. We do not like to sit! 2 months ago we decided to buy a new (old 2008 lol) 29 ft class C Winnebago Access! I hear your excitement just as I was super excited about our find! My husband not so much as he calls the RV Debbie's money pit. Well we did buy all new tires, had to replace the carburetor on both the generator and the F450 engine. We also replaced the house battery's, aligned and put Helliwig anti Sway bars. We pulled out all the old carpet and replaced with vinyl plank flooring, and we painted all the cabinets. After several days of cleaning we could now call it our RV! Don't think my husbands name for the RV is fair as the 2 cruises we canceled paid for all of the above!! Good luck on your travels. We may see you on the road. Wow checked out your Amazon page and saw that you cruised! Like minds! We were in Alaska in 2019 doing a land / cruise combination . We rented a 25 Ft much like yours (yours is nicer!) and traveled with another couple who rented one as well for 10 days before we picked up the cruise ship in Seward!! What a trip!

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

We looked at doing this too but fell in love with this unit when we started looking at the new ones. Have fun out there and maybe we’ll run into each other.

@pilotdiana 3 года назад

So happy for you two! I bought mine from that same dealer. They are terrific. Mine is a Thor Chateau 24 ft. I’ve had it four years now. She’s still my baby. I acted just like you two, I kept saying she’s mine!

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Yay! Glad to hear that four years later that you are still happy with it.

@cumpian76 3 года назад

Very nice rig 👌, good luck you guys and happy camping!

@carmencolon3520 3 года назад

Very happy for you guys.

@tinaredington3445 3 года назад

great choice and i live about 3 hours south west of dallas and now i know where to go to get mine so thanks for all this info.

@dottiemoore9112 2 года назад

Awesome! Great video. Gongrats to you both. ENJOY 😉

@pamdleve 3 года назад

This is a safe way to travel. It's like taking home with you.

@julietidrick6334 3 года назад

Congrats.....you’re going to love it. My father bought a camper when I was 11 and RVing has been on like donkey Kong since. I’m 63, married 44 years. My husband and I bought our first RV 3 years after we were married, we are currently on our 5th Rv and still loving it!

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

That is amazing! We are loving it so far.

@bevtrue6937 3 года назад

Awesome RV. Beautiful. How exciting.

@bryanitz8401 3 года назад

Subscibed! My wife and I are looking at this style/size of motorhome and look forward to living vicariously through your adventures for now. We live in the Fort Worth area, drive by your dealer often, but have never stopped in. It looks amazing. Congrats to both of you!!

@michelleheinrich7545 3 года назад

Looks like a blast. I remember our first pop-up camper...it was so much fun to find "little" things that would work and save space...sewing little curtains....just making it "yours"!!

@mistysissell9467 3 года назад

I like it . I can picture myself in that. I think it is a great starter RV.😎🎉

@Newtonstravels 3 года назад

This is awesome! Jason sounds just like Kev, excited over everything. We just got our first travel trailer in August 2020 and only got to take it out twice but it was perfect timing for him with having to work from home so that was his office until it got too cold in Illinois. Excited for Spring...enjoy your new baby. It's a beauty.

@runnergirl1103 2 года назад

This is wonderful!! Thanks for showing everything!! Enjoying your videos for sure

@Funsizecruiser 3 года назад

You two are so cute together!! I can see the happiness & love :) And I remember that feeling of true excitement getting to use your new RV for the first time (ours was our Winnebago TT). I wish we had Whataburger's in WI! I can't wait to see your vlog from The Wilderness RV Camp! Happy Travels!!

@kcrlaterbye 3 года назад

I live in Hickory, N.C. and flew out there in Dec. 2018 and purchased a new 2018 Coachmen Concord 300TS.

@gosman949 3 года назад

Get use to the rattles! About the only RV that I have driven without a rattle has been the Leisure Travel Van.

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Well honestly ours absolutely has not rattled yet fortunately but I know it’s just a matter of time! Then I will just be there to asses and fix it!

@flpirate4565 3 года назад

Have lots of fun and make great memories.

@tblackwell1962 3 года назад

It seems like the perfect RV for you and how fun it was to watch you organize your stuff. We're going to pull the trigger ourselves in the next couple of months -- maybe we'll see you on the road!

@GregSpeck 3 года назад

Loved you video. As much as we like out Gemini TW 2021, we have traded it for a Minnie Winnie. Making the bed as a challenge. The beautiful headline came off and hit the slide as it was going out. Replacement came in damaged. The Minnie has walk around bed and the tank drains do not require you to sit under the chassis. So much is good, like the shower and water heater, great frig, but the lack of ability to walk around the bed, have the slides hit you when you walk to bathroom, sat radio which does not work, cabinetry which scratches very easily and some others, the Minnie Winnie is what we should have bought.Took a big hit on the trade, but theater seating, ability to use kitchen when slides are in, ( to an extent) the new Ford 2021 chassis with side view cameras, and multiple warning, adaptive cruise, and may other features make the Minnie our choice. We expect delivery in 3 weeks, and our Gemini is still undergoing warranty repairs. Specifically headline,r reversed hot and cold water in kitchen, noise from converter, sticky black/gray valves which do not want to go back in, screens that lost the lock pins, and a few others.

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

Oh I hate you had issues but glad you found a rig that fits what you need. The bed is a PITA to make but it is doable for us.

@emilieann87 3 года назад

Make sure someone is always outside the RV, while the slide is going out. Can't wait to see all your new adventures.

@kathyhanson1074 3 года назад

I was waiting for a screeech! Always have a spotter when putting out slides.

@lorih379 3 года назад

It is so exciting and fun. We’ve had ours for a year and a half and we love it. Congrats and many happy travels.

@APar-yx1wl 3 года назад

Forget the rattling..lets get to Whataburger..I hear you..Im hungry too. Congrats on new rig. Happy trails!

@rickbaker2330 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing the pick up and first night in the new Gemini. I just joined your channel because I am going to most likely purchase the Compass version of the Gemini. I am not currently an RV owner, so I am looking forward to following you on your road trips in the Gemini. Please let us know (or me), if you encounter problems with the rig so I can be ready to learn how to fix issues when they pop up. I have been researching RV's for the last two years, and will be purchasing very soon. Looks like you are having fun, so I can hardly wait to join you.

@EECCTravels 3 года назад

We are very transparent on our channel so if something goes wrong it will be documented in a video.... but I really hope nothing goes wrong 😃