Where RV's Go to Die. RV Salvage Yard Lessons from RV Fires, Accidents & Blowouts | RV Life

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We went shopping at an RV Salvage Yard and left with some hard hitting lessons about RV fires, tires and what causes most of this destruction... as well as how we can help prevent it. This video is not to be considered an endorsement of Visone.
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@stevenw1005 2 года назад

I just came across this video, and as I watched it, you showed respect for those that lost these units. I drove for a towing company for over 25 years with most of those driving heavy to chase tractor trailers and such. I also chased many RV’s of various sizes over the years. Some, as you stated were fires of various types. Some were on the side of peoples homes and caught fire, as well as in the side of the road. Some were even in campgrounds or RV parks. I remember the smell and seeing not only the damage to the RV, but in many cases, the owners faces. I also have seen how much damage can occur during an accident. We were also contracted by 2 salvage companies to pick up these units for insurance companies and bring them to holding yards only to be auctioned off at a later date. Seeing RV’s damaged always hit home. I grew up camping with my parents and have continued this family tradition with my family. I have met a lot of wonderful people in my many years of camping, and thinking that anyone can suffer the loss of an RV, or any type of camping trailer really bothers me. As you said, that no one was probably in any of these RV’s when the fire occurred, which is true. I did see a few from motor vehicle accidents, but not too bad. Thankfully. Again, thank you for showing people the other side of RVing. Though, not pleasant, or often, it can happen. Please be safe in your travel and enjoy the ride!!

@Rvlove 2 года назад

Thank you for your great comment. -M

@passwordbosco407 5 лет назад

I'm a retired Fire Capt. The main reason that RV's and mobile homes burn so fast is that they're built using kiln dried wood, for weight savings. Once they caught fire they were usually burned to the ground by the time we got there. And our response times from the station averaged 2 or 3 minutes.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Amazing how fast they can burn to the ground. Great point on components.

@sugrue8526 Месяц назад

The main reason they catch on fire is poor quality assembly. Our 2017 class A had all the sawdust and hole saw cut outs laying around the propane fired heater box under the refrigerator with electrical wire looms about. The second reason is the first combined with slobs, but many are naively innocent to thinking they paid for quality and the national fire marshal approved sticker on the entryway

@terrysandiego 5 лет назад

I forgot to THANK YOU for this video. You have done a huge favor for RVers, perhaps saved lives.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you Terry. We hope so.

@pjt3887 3 года назад

Everyone needs a fire extinguisher in their car, camper, kitchen, garage, bedroom. To anyone who's new to RVing. You can not burn candles or any other open flame. You might not make to out alive.

@magicmania1239 4 года назад

I own a Super C motorhome and seeing this video was a real eye opener to me about RV safety. The reason why I love Super Cs is because you have all of that metal in front of you to protect you in case of a crash. I learned so much from this .Our RV had a blowout back in 2012 and it pulled us straight into the highway divider. We all walked away with no injuries and all the RV needed was a new hood, headlight, bumper, and obviously a new tire. I was so thankful we had a Super C. Most of these salvage Class A motorhomes look like they're held up by plastic and plywood. Never buy a cheaply built motorhome. It could cost you your life. RV manufacturers should see this video in order to learn more about RV safety and implement things that make the RV more safe into their coaches. This was a fantastic video. Safe travels 👍🏻.

@Rvlove 4 года назад

Thank you for your compliments about our video, and very glad to hear that you were safe in your blowout related incident. Agreed that Super C coaches are likely much safer in general than Class A coaches in collisions. More in front of the driver, and the cab area is likely safer environment, and of course additional doors to exit in the event of an incident. Thanks again and safe travels. -M

@michaelsykes6679 5 лет назад

There is a lot of industry discussion about how many RV's are sold each year vs how many are on the roads. But on our last trip, and even where I live, it is amazing to see how many RV's in various ages and states of condition are in the yards and fields of home owners across the country. That's where they all are. Incredible.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

So true - many of them sit idle in yards or storage, not used often.

@Joe-cu4hi 5 лет назад

Hate to type it out but I got tears seeing what was once someone’s home, the music was very appropriate and moving. I felt like I was watching a documentary. This is one of your best videos!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you Joe. We were a bit unsure how it would be received, as it's very different to anything else we've done... but we felt it was a powerful reminder of how we need to be safe and take precautions with our RVs... it was definitely an emotional experience being there. And while we have received some criticism (from a couple of others) about the music choice, we felt it was appropriate and reflective of the footage... and how we felt while we were walking through them, but also intentionally finished with a much lighter track to lift moods again. Above all, we are very encouraged by how much this video has moved people to really prioritize tire and fire safety. That can only be good for everyone! Thanks for the kind words.

@olgaharris1103 Год назад

Tears 😭 actually came to my eyes..maybe the music you played…idk🤦🏽‍♀️. Each home has a story to tell! If RV’s could talk!!!

@Rvlove Год назад

agreed it is sad, especially for people who lived full time in RVs like us, because we think of the lives changed (and potentially lost). But hopefully people will learn a little extra about the importance of safety from watching the video. -M

@andrewglasrud3981 5 лет назад

Rest in peace, poor RVs! Scary seeing those burned out ones! Good reminder to be vigilant!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Yes! It is scary seeing them, but good to be reminded to take care.

@paiddj3397 2 года назад

Just as houses have fires. An estimated 374,000 US homes catch fire every year.

@vietmanesemechanic6331 2 года назад

Many can be WAKEN and RESTORED... WHO'S WITH ME ??? AM IN

@THOMMGB 5 лет назад

As expensive as tires can be, it's a small investment in safety. Your video was a very sobering reminder of what can happen if safety is ignored or postponed. I'm so glad you're sharing this video.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you, we are glad people are really paying attention to the messages of safety in here

@zaiks0105 2 года назад

That's why if you see Chinese brand (not necessarily made in china), you replace them. Also, change your driving habit when you tow or drive an RV. Those tires are rated not more than 70mph. And no overload!

@Soaringeagle123 Год назад

Admiring how the contributors showed such great respect, empathy, and unique insight for the painful losses of others. Priceless video.

@Rvlove Год назад

Thank you. We really appreciate your perspective and comment on that. -Marc

@jazzridez 4 месяца назад

Priceless video? Some people are so easily entertained. A dog leaving a dump would entertain most of your subs.

@felipecarrillo1452 2 года назад

Thanks so much Guy's for The TOUR, So Sad to see where they Anded it,

@Rvlove 2 года назад

Glad to share with you.

@danielduran7035 5 лет назад

That video was a wake-up call for tire and fire safety.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Great. That was definitely the takeout we hoped that people would people would get from the video

@nemo227 5 лет назад

Agree. My brother-in-law had automatic fire extinguishers installed in the engine dog house and the access to the refrigerator. But he and my sister always kept the motorhome in better-than-new condition. When they sold it the buyer got a rare BARGAIN.

@d3734 5 лет назад

Last September in St Johns, Michigan, a motorhome blew a tire, lost control and hit a car that was waiting to turn onto the road. The guy in the car probably died instantly.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Always good to hear of folks taking safety precautions and such good care of their motorhomes - they are out there!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Oh no! That is tragic!

@lorilehr342 5 лет назад

Wow! Powerful and wake-up video! Thank you for adding captions because we are deaf. We are so glad that we have a residential refrigerator in our 5th wheel trailer. Being a full time RVers since May 1st of this year. Thank you for this educational video.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

You are welcome. Congrats on your new full time RV life! Be safe out there.

@MaxMiniTV 5 лет назад

Wow! What a different view of "Living the Dream." Note to self: check tires often. Thanks for such a unique experience.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Yes very different indeed! Marc always checked tires before EVERY trip. You are welcome!

@NewHorizons2020 5 лет назад

Thank you so very very much for making this video. My husband use to sell and put tires on RV'S. So many people thought "oh there's plenty of tread, their ok". And then BAM! They have a blowout. And damage is done to the RV. Yes Class A tires aren't cheap. None of them really are. I just about had a heart attack when I paid for last set of tires last year. But just knowing that you are safer going down the road is a good peace of mind. And some people will try to overload their fuse boxes. Or when something is recalled, not get it in to be fixed. And not having their RV serviced to check the roof, fuses, LP fuel lines, tires and so much more. It may cost but your more safer in the end. Thank thank you for making this video. Hopefully it will help people be more aware. And it's nice to know of a place to go to find replacement parts. Cause they don't make Sun Voyagers anymore. Thank you and have nothing but Safe Travels

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you! This is exactly what we had hoped for! Greater awareness around safety. and RVers taking more responsibility for the safety of their RVs and themselves personally, and others! So many things can go wrong, but they don't have to with care and diligence. Safety is always priority #1. Thanks for sharing the experience of you and your husband for the benefit of others. RV tires and maintenance is an important part of planning and budgeting for RV life. this is NOT something to cheap out on!

@dubblyewjay1133 2 года назад

I loved the comment: driving your rv down the road is pretty much turning a key and subjecting your house to daily earthquakes!🤣

@randomspirit 5 лет назад

Wow, that is sobering. Thanks for showing us.

@phaslow4393 5 лет назад

I always appreciate it when I get to see stuff I'd never see because of the efforts of folks like you! Thanks

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you. Glad to have been able to share it with you.

@hkk3656 5 лет назад

This is how Cousin Eddie bought his. A little touch up work and it was ready to go. "Shitter's full". Loved Christmas Vacation movie.

@samogonzalez8195 5 лет назад

Yeah baby

@Acadian.FrenchFry 5 лет назад

The reason so much stuff was left behind in those RVs that had fires were because of smoke damage. You cannot get that smell out and so perfectly good items are trashed because of it. I have dealt with a house fire aftermath before and you don't just lose the things that burned up, you lose things that get smoke damage as well. It's really difficult to process and deal with.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Agreed, the smoke smell would permeate virtually everything. Even those that were not fire damaged, some of the folks just wanted to move on.

@jansulick 5 лет назад

Great video guys! Certainly not your run of the mill RV posting! Thanks for taking us along!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it.

@EaglesQuestAdventures 5 лет назад

I have to tell you, this is one of the saddest videos of RV life I have seen. Sad because these RVs were once loved and made their owners very happy and excited, as you two are, as we are as well. Keep those eye opening videos coming. I very much enjoy your channel!!

@suekpp 2 года назад

Each one has a sad story of its demise. 😢

@lcaceci43 Год назад

Money down the drain!

@jamesscott1932 5 лет назад

Superb. Good enough for a second watch. Educational. A lot more than another boring day in the life. The best RV video in a very long time.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it, and we really appreciate your kind feedback.

@roydavis2242 5 лет назад

I came across my first RV salvage place in Jasper county MO some 20 yrs ago. It is Colaw RV Salvage and we stopped the first time because we were curious, haven't never seen one before. When I needed to replace a tire and rim a yr later, I bought one there for $20. They sell parts online and even have a E-bay store.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Good to know - thanks Roy!

@tomroot6013 5 лет назад

I might add, I realized long ago that RV Fires are very common in 3 area's the Generator, the Fridge, and the Engine! I spent about $1.100 for a Passive System that uses FFF Foam, the Best Fire Suppressant, available of any type! Expensive for a reason! They are Plumbed into each system, and have a Sensor just like you see in Ceilings in Commercial Buildings whereas a Glass Vial Breaks and Automatically Extinguishes the fire, much better than even the Halon Products did! If you have a Powder Based Fire Extinguisher, (CO2, etc.) all I can say is "Good Luck, as it MAY (?) put a fire out" But the Powder needs professional removal, as it gets absolutely everywhere! And I do not know of a Pressurized Passive/Automatic Method for them either, maybe the Halon, but not them! Those two agents do Extinguish Fires, but in the case of RV's a Fuel Source in all 3 Area's of Concern, can continue if there is a Leak, or it was Burnt in the event of a Fire! Triple F, as we called it in the Service is Genuinely a Best Piece of mind! Great Video, and I stopped and looked very closely, I saw NO Extinguishing Systems! Save up your Pennies, because Most Deductibles for Insurance is more than a Proper Deterrent, in the form of the Triple F Foam product which once it extinguishes the fire, it lays down a Blanket of foam long after a Heat Source could REFLASH the same fire, that's the true benefit of Foam!

@davidschonhardt4958 5 лет назад

This was so informative!!!

@alfries9736 5 лет назад

Thanks for the INFO !

@debstovervillarreal4348 4 года назад

I am a survivor from a horrific house fire one of my Giamt Schnauzer's, Libby saved my life in. I lost her and 5 more animals. I was able to save my 5 surviving GS. The foam was used on my home during the fire and after to lay down about a foot of wet foam to prevent anything sparking up. I had no reason to know about the foam but was amazed at how quickly it helps kill a big fire.

@immrnoidall 4 года назад

a Passive System that uses FFF Foam,and auto fuel shutoff. should be required by law. $1100 is a small cost compared to the price of these RV's. if they make a run-flat tire for the front ,that could save lives.

@ALCRAN2010 3 года назад

I'm sold. But, I don't own an RV. Would like to rent one for a weekend trip though

@PrincessJamiG 5 лет назад

I appreciated all the fridges that have *not* caused an RV fire! :)

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Haha right!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Here's the related blog post, with photos, links and contact info for Visone and the tire/fire safety equipment we use in our RV rvlove.com/rvsalvageyard

@gamecockmike175 5 лет назад

Why not fix them and use them as small houses.There not much smaller than a short singlewide trailer and plenty of storage underneath for storage.

@davidrothbart8180 5 лет назад

Wow, what a sobering video. We are sure it was an emotional and educational experience for you guys, it was for us. Thanks for sharing.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Yes it was David... we were there for hours, kind of hard to drag yourself away, wondering about all the stories behind these units. Glad this video has been so educational for so many others.

@wisconsinrailstotrailscycl4277 5 лет назад

It's almost like being at Camping World, but without the high pressure from salesman.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

@MacioRodriguez 4 года назад

🤣😂🤣

@peachkopp1352 4 года назад

A⁰

@dylbeentheplotagonistandra2811 4 года назад

Wisconsin Rails to trails cycler I think Matt from Matt’s RV Reviews is the best salesman I’ve seen so far, but sadly he doesn’t work at Trailer Hitch RV in Nipomo, California

@JasonBlaylock 3 года назад

Nailed it! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@tracyk.8306 5 лет назад

That was a really fascinating and sad video. Never seen anything like that before, yet kudos to you both for sharing the realities of what can happen, regardless of what you live or vacation in. Still, it’s a great lesson on how people can try to prevent these disastrous ends by checking tires, maintaining your motors and fridges, etc. Thanks for the terrific video!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you. Loving seeing that you were able to get so much out of the video. We appreciate your kind feedback.

@K.Blake. 5 лет назад

WOW!!! You are right! It's very sobering!! You see it every day with cars, so it's "normal". But, I've never seen it with motor homes!

@deney54 5 лет назад

I had to watch it twice.... I think I will keep my airstream.

@LivinRVision 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing guys! Over 1 year later after starting to watch your channel and now 8 months in as Full Time RVers and still enjoy watching your adventures. 😊🤓 Hope to see you guys out there soon!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you, and congrats again.

@todayissomeday 5 лет назад

WOW! Eye opening for sure. We have taken steps to to ensure we are as safe as possible.....great tips!!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Great to hear guys

@LuckyDawgProductionsModerator 5 лет назад

What a riveting video, Marc and Julie! Very sombering! Great job reminding folks to check their tires. We had a blowout in our Roadtrek. We were ok, but it did a good bit of damage to our Roadtrek. This is a very unique video. Don't think I have seen one like this from anyone else. Safe travels to you both!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thanks Sue, we are glad it's a reminder for folks. Glad you stayed safe after your blowout! They can cause some serious damage. We do try to keep our videos unique/original. Thanks and safe travels to you too!

@droningharry 5 лет назад

We have friends who are full timers, they have purchased a Trailways and Greyhound Buses and completely rebuilt them. Both were completely trashed in from end wrecks and you would never know that they were passenger coaches or wrecked they did such an amazing job. They both looked like homes inside. It was amazing.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Wow amazing!

@Maidendg 5 лет назад

Love going to car junkyards to look around so this was awesome.

@robertmedina6875 4 года назад

Me too!

@56Spookdog 5 лет назад

All RVers & boat owners should make it a priority to throw out the absolute junk fire extinguishers that are supplied by the manufacturer and replace them with quality extinguishers the extra cost is well worth it.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Agreed

@terrysandiego 5 лет назад

@@Rvlove -- We kept a large extinguisher in each end and a hatchet in the back to break through the divider in the double window that had the exit only on one side of the window. Of course, we were not in the RV when it burned. Neither were the pets. And, once going out the window, it can be a long way to the ground.

@paiddj3397 2 года назад

Just as houses have fires. An estimated 374,000 US homes catch fire every year.

@LynneAnn51 5 лет назад

Great video, had no idea, really opened my eyes. Thank you for sharing this. 👍👍

@hotelboz 5 лет назад

Aloha, an original, not seen any video like this. Thanks

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thanks! Always our goal... first to educate AND be original :)

@martyjouett9949 5 лет назад

I had no idea such a place even existed but it makes sense now! Thanks for this!

@paiddj3397 2 года назад

Why wouldn't it? We have junkyards for cars. Where did you think RVs go that no one wants? Heaven?

@captaino3930 5 лет назад

Sad to see the carnage of things meant to be joyful and relaxing, my heart goes out to those whom suffered losses, life being first.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Yes. agreed

@westmountainadventures3606 5 лет назад

The smell of a fire never goes away. Thanks for the great video. I always come here to RVLove for the good, the bad and the ugly. D.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you. Glad you love the variety of content we share.

@paiddj3397 2 года назад

Just as houses have fires. An estimated 374,000 US homes catch fire every year.

@kathifoynm 5 лет назад

Fascinating. Great information. Music enhanced video. Good historical detail.

@the_fry_way 5 лет назад

I just shared this vid on my blog because we just found a huge issue with our new-to-us 2005 Monaco Windsor with arcing wires around the alternator. We're a diesel pusher but this video just kept coming back in my mind! I don't want us or our home to end up in the graveyard just yet! Thanks again guys! Great video! So educational!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Oh boy - glad you found that problem and were able to deal with it before you had an incident! Glad you found the video helpful!

@AZExpert 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing, I've used Visone's a few times and was curious about their operation. Very impressive!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Agreed, very impressive

@cherriemckinstry131 5 лет назад

I enjoyed the look around. Very interesting and great for nomads to know about.

@deewhite0612 5 лет назад

Great video and what a unique subject. I have never seen anyone do a video like this before. We will be contacting Visone for sure.

@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793 5 лет назад

Good point. Tires expire, as I discovered. I parked my trailer in the fall. Both tires were disintegrated in the spring. Disintegrated.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Wow. crazy they had disintegrated. Definite proof that they expire.

@samrumade9429 3 года назад

Was told years ago,5 years,replace. No matter mileage.

@n1uno1965 5 лет назад

Amazing place, I never thought of an RV salvage yard. Thanks for the info! Keep up the good job!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thanks!

@cwenn1 5 лет назад

Great video, a must see for all RVers to make sure we take care of our tires.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Yes! That is a HUGE take out that we hope people will really be more diligent about tire safety. As having an incident can impact other innocent people on the road too. The safer everyone is, the safe we ALL are

@asailorandhisdogslyknight5391 5 лет назад

Very sobering experience to see what a fire could do too a motor home that could cost upwards of a million dollars. Thank you for sharing this video, no amount of money can keep you from true life.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Sobering indeed

@judyhobday4760 2 года назад

The town I used to live near was home to Country Coach. so many people worked there. I know they were very well thought of.That was more than twenty years ago. My friends grandson worked there and his job was to go to coaches that needed special service so he was always on the road all over the country. Thanks for the tour, it was pretty amazing. We had a very old Minnie Winney. Now lives with friends. Still gets out now and then.

@Rvlove 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing.

@williamreimund9001 5 лет назад

All I can say is WOW!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Yeah it does leave you pretty speechless doesn't it...

@happycomfort3026 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for the info on Visone RV used parts! I really didn’t care to see all the footage on the fire damage etc., it was too long and really kind of too much of the same old damage and felt negative but the end that showed the part i was really interested in on the warehouse parts and what they had to offer was really 😎 cool! Thanks so much again!!! 👍😋

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

You are welcome. It definitely is not our usual uplifting and inspiring kind of video, and yes, a bit of repetition, but we did not mind that, as the visual imagery can be so shocking it is easy not to allow the message to sink in at first, so I intentionally left the repetition in there... and while it may have felt negative and a bit gloomy, we are glad to see (and read in the comments) that the video is having a much desired positive effect - and that is educating people in a way that empowers them to be more conscious about what CAN happen and ultimately make better, more responsible and safer decisions about taking care of their RVs - and be more mindful of how they can help reduce the risk of fires and tire blowouts. Cheers!

@donwat91 5 лет назад

Hey ,. Thank you do much for this video. I've called them for parts never knowing that much about them. I've looked at there web site but this puts a visual on this place. It looks well kept . Again , thank you both for this and Visonerv for allowing you to video it.

@cantmovenow7112 5 лет назад

I pulled into Tiffin's campground at 6:00 PM on a Saturday, and my new compartments doors were delivered on Monday. Cheap too.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

That is great!

@williamgallaher1377 5 лет назад

Very sad but informative video. Thank you for sharing. I subscribed.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you and welcome!

@the_fry_way 5 лет назад

Wow! So sad, but so much to learn from. Thanks for sharing!!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Sad indeed, but learning is always good.

@7heRedBaron 5 лет назад

Love these people. When I needed a power steering control board it was $1000 from the dealer. A local part supplier got a scrapped one shipped for under $100. I was tempted to buy three, but he assured me there were plenty more where that came from.

@terrysandiego 5 лет назад

Beware of front generators and right front tire flats. The flapping debris can take out the fuel line to the generator. That means fire blocking the door--the only exit you could count on. Three adults perished a few years ago along the freeway in Arizona or Nevada when that happened. They could not get out the back "exit" window. Passersby frantically tried, but could not get them out....

@laurelnelson9226 5 лет назад

Great video. Wow an eye opening to maintain your RV’S. Thanks for sharing this. 😊

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thank you, mission accomplished - education not fear :)

@Elizabeth-rq1vi 5 лет назад

That was my thoughts too, vacuum out the dust around appliances & general maintenance. And new tires before they’re dangerous! Even if you aren’t full time, it’s still is worthy of taking care of your trailer or motorhome.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Absolutely, it's no less important for those who only occasionally use their RVs, fires and blowouts don't discriminate!

@Elizabeth-rq1vi 5 лет назад

RVLove | Marc & Julie Bennett that’s so true. When compared to how many Rv/trailers are out there, the amount they have isn’t a lot, which is reassuring. I think it would be more devastating for full timers b/c it’s their main residence & their belongings that a vacationer would keep at their main house are with them. Most likely.

@williamjones4483 5 лет назад

My thinking exactly on the tires. These vehicles do not get driven on a regular basis and as such are subject to dry rot. Get one out on the road at highway speed and the tire just gives up because it has rotted and can no longer hold the air pressure.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Yes, that is definitely a problem for RVs. Plus, the tires are put under large weight strain when used.

@jondecarbonel8158 5 лет назад

Wow! Thank you for this. It's not something that ever came to mind when I was looking at RVs. Good to keep in mind.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Just keep it in perspective. And prioritize safety. There are car junkyards everywhere too and we all drive vehicles :)

@ontogeny6474 5 лет назад

A touch macabre but fascinating. Thank you for bringing up some of the more obscure possibilities that could lead to a coach fire. I definitely learned something here.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Excellent!

@jms60 5 лет назад

Thank you for this video now i know where order some parts if i need any be safe on travels

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Safe travels to you too

@Ken_James_SV 5 лет назад

Julie, fantastic hearing our Aussie accent in an American Video! 😃👍

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

g'day mate!

@tapper701 3 года назад

@@Rvlove Lungs need to regenerate, health issues in play ...

@Joanna_L 5 лет назад

Wow! What a powerful video! One of your very best, Marc and Julie. Thank you!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thanks GypsyJo. You are welcome.

@Joanna_L 5 лет назад

@@Rvlove 😄Much love and luck to you both. Your professionalism and generosity make you very special.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

What a lovely thing to say! Thank so kindly

@lindaratzel7835 5 лет назад

Great video! Was desperately needed to be seen.

@sa-iw4dr 5 лет назад

Eerie Place; woo-eee-oohh; Good Tires equal best insurance, my dad taught me that early age. Reaffirms to folks to keep a fire extinguisher handy!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Yep good tires are so important! And more than one fire extinguisher!

@freetolook3727 5 лет назад

From someone in the RV business, most of those refrigerator fires are caused by lack of or improper maintenance on the LP system supply to the fridge. To be fair, I have never seen one catch fire.

@jimmyaber5920 5 лет назад

ToughAncientSpark agree on care issues as cause. In my area refrigerator and water heater fires often are from dirt wasp nests diverting flame to where it can catch flammable wall and enclosures on fire.

@Rvlove 2 года назад

Agreed that most are probably from improper maintenance. But that is a great reason to remind people to maintain them. -M

@Pack.Leader 5 лет назад

Awesome video!!

@KamperKen 3 года назад

Thankyou soooo much for making this video in Kentucky, It is a reality check that cuts through the fantasy of the illusion that what we see will be with us in the long run. I am an RV tech, and I manage a campground. Everything in our world is temporary.

@Rvlove 3 года назад

You are very welcome. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, many things in the RV world are temporary. -M

@crazgirl80 5 лет назад

I have seen one or two small graveyards for RVs but this is a wake up call.

@Rvlove 3 года назад

yep.. pretty shocking

@malcolmmarzo2461 5 лет назад

Over the years a common thing I have seen with luxury motor homes is that they are speeding. I think there is a psychology among some of these entitled drivers that they are somehow immune and invulnerable to the calamities that befall ordinary people. They have the money to buy and operate a monster RV, but not necessarily the knowledge and background for operating heavy vehicles. Blowouts are not only a matter of tire aging. Speeding is not only a matter of exceeding the posted limit; it is a matter of driving within the limits of your vehicle and personal limitations. Believing you are the master of the universe is a dangerous attitude.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Malcolm we could not agree more! So many drivers of ALL kinds of RVs seem to drive at speeds they would in a passenger vehicle, oblivious to fact that a) they don't have the ability to maneuver or stop as easily, and b) the tires are not always rated for higher speeds like that. A couple of years ago, we were overtaken on I-80 by a large 45' luxury motorhome at such a speed i did not even have time to grab my phone and capture it, even though Marc pre-warned me they were coming up behind us super fast. They flew by at around 90mph we estimate... couldn't believe it... a few miles down the road, we saw them pulled over by Highway Patrol. Needless to say we ended up ahead of them and they ended up losing the time they thought they were gaining by speeding. Driving that fast is just not safe for anyone...and we always caution RVers on speed. Not to mention fuel economy plummets over 60mph.

@malcolmmarzo2461 5 лет назад

@@Rvlove As an aviator I am used to calculating trips with the time-distance-speed equation. When I do this with auto trips it is surprising how little time you "save" by driving, say,10 MPH over the limit. Just a few minutes typically. If people realized this some might reconsider their speeding. But people are just 20% rational--on a good day : -) That's why I feel safer flying 2000 feet over a highway, rather than being down there.

@lilliearizona 5 лет назад

As a semi truck driver, my 2 pet peeves are 1. When they pass me, and move back to in front of me in my lane they about clip my front bumper with their rear one. 2. Are not paying attention to the merging lanes, and don't merge properly.

@malcolmmarzo2461 5 лет назад

@@lilliearizona Out here in Nevada this kind of driver often has California plates. I figure people from urban areas are conditioned to be on top of each other. So they like bumper-to-bumper. Even when there is room to spread out cars a quarter mile apart.

@malcolmmarzo2461 5 лет назад

@@lilliearizona You are right on. Attention is a large factor nowadays. Some people tell me, "I like driving. It gives me a chance to relax." I think this is the wrong mindset on the highway. A better mindset is to be in survival mode. Sometimes combat mode : -)

@vietmanesemechanic6331 2 года назад

Thank You for showing this ..... this is to remind us all to be careful..... take care of our self ..... take care of our machines..... and treat others the way you want to be treated..... 🙏 🙏 🙏

@Rvlove 2 года назад

Yes, thank you

@vietmanesemechanic6331 2 года назад

please look for my comment on their site. am a long time mechanic originally from Washington DC... WILLING TO RELOCATE TOO COLD WINTERS 😄😄😄

@jslhopper 5 лет назад

Glad i got rid of rv fridge and got residential fridge. One less chance of fire. Tires are 2years old. Great video. Time to recheck things on my mh.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

@dennisbarnes6761 4 года назад

I unfortunately can speak from my own personal experience with a right front tire blow-up on 44' Diesel motor home. It caused extensive damage and my insurance claim was in excess of $20k and I bought several parts from Visone.RV salvage, kind of expensive but they had the parts I needed.

@Rvlove 4 года назад

Sorry to hear that you had so much damage to your coach from the tire fail, but glad you were able to get the parts you needed and make the repairs. -M

@manatee419 5 лет назад

Every thing must come to a end.

@davidschonhardt4958 5 лет назад

Thank you! This was so informative and be seen by all RV owners.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thanks we think it would go a long way to helping educate people for sure

@MikeSalsgiver 5 лет назад

Wow -- that was sobering, to say the least. It is very easy to get caught up in the fun side of RVing -- when they are new (or new to you), when you're dreaming, loading, camping, on the road. I was uncomfortable watching this because each of those coaches was someone's home, their dream. But it was very important that all of us who love RVing take time to watch this and see what can happen if we aren't careful, or if nature has other ideas...Thank you for sharing this experience. Safe travels, my friends.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thanks Mike

@cvcoco 5 лет назад

Your next video please---How to Prevent RV Engine Fires.

@stephenpowstinger733 5 лет назад

Maybe big RVs need engine compartment fire extinguishers -- like airplanes have.

@jimgibbons2184 5 лет назад

Answer? Don't buy an RV.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Thanks for the suggestion. We were thinking the same thing. Seems an interest in the topic.

@reesekitchens5325 5 лет назад

RVLove | Marc & Julie Bennett l

@HarpSong 5 лет назад

Please do one on How to prevent fridge fires. Note that there are a number of fridge recalls. All professionals advise do not keep your propane fridge on while travelling.

@kathleenh3975 5 лет назад

Wow! That was fascinating.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Kathleen H glad you enjoyed it

@cherrimullins9632 3 года назад

Sad,but enlightening...I'm from one of the areas most famous for building RV's,North,Indiana.Many of us have worked in the factories..but,few have seen the sad endings of the ones they have helped build.Thank you!🙋‍♀️😁

@Rvlove 3 года назад

Thank you.

@BobBlarneystone 4 года назад

I'm about to replace the fridge in my AS, and this vid is a good lesson in doing the work carefully.

@Rvlove 4 года назад

Glad to be a good reminder for safety. -M

@madogblue 5 лет назад

That was really interesting, thanks for sharing. I have to admit the first thing I thought of when you bought your current coach was, how are they going to get body parts, glass, etc.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

There you go! :) Even we didn't know the answer to that when we bought CC LOL

@jetblackknight4638 4 года назад

Thank you for this informative video.

@Rvlove 4 года назад

thank you. glad you enjoyed it

@getcraig55 5 лет назад

Those was some expensive motorhomes, so sad😞. Definitely a reality check on RVs. I thank you guys for sharing..

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

You're welcome

@charleskadletc2431 Год назад

Salvage yards are places that are not seen, until now. Interesting,

@Rvlove Год назад

Glad you liked it.

@cruz47144 5 лет назад

The owners must be sad as well when they lose their RV's. I couldn't imagine losing my RV it means so much to me. I like the sad music. Thanks for the video!!

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

You're welcome. Yes we would be so sad to lose our RV too! So many experiences and memories.. but at the end of the day, they are things, and life safety the most important.

@marshabrockman7443 5 лет назад

I saw an RV fire on I-75 a couple of years ago. Fridge fire, according to the news. The owners bought it used and were unaware of a fridge recall due to danger of fire.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

Wow. Hopefully things like this will help alert more people to the potential dangers, not to scare but inform

@mwebb3014 5 лет назад

Fascinating!

@ireneeickenhorst2326 2 года назад

It just reminds us maintenance is important, my husband and I full timed over 20 years in that time bought 2 new coaches, first one did not have dinette and over time we didn’t like that. He wanted a diesel pusher so second and last one was with dinette. All the RV’s we had have all kinds of emergency exits if you use common sense, good smoke detectors and fire extinguishers and that means more than one, love a lot of this could be avoided. Great video thanks

@Rvlove 2 года назад

Yes. Good emergency exits, know how to use them. Multiple extinguishers and know how to use those too. Thank you. and very cool you full timed for 20 years.

@ireneeickenhorst2326 2 года назад

@@Rvlove yes 20 years he passed away in 2005 and it wasn’t the same without him so I sold and moved with a sister. But lots memories of a lot of places oh yes I would do it all over again was awesome well maybe not now I am 84

@Gr8LakesCamper 5 лет назад

Nice find; weirdly fascinating.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

That about sums it up Rick!

@kevinbarry71 5 лет назад

The music, coupled with the sound of that microphone, makes it sound as though you are broadcasting from a far away planet, which is perfect for the subject material

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

+Kevin Barry it felt like we were on a faraway planet for sure!

@ingerpetersen3204 5 лет назад

This was so cool thanks for sharing. This is a great place to find parts.

@Rvlove 5 лет назад

you are welcome

@aurelio-reymilaorcabal9669 2 года назад

That place is MASSIVE! . Watching because Niko Bros. led me here, your vlogg popped up @ the end of his vlogg picking up a " firesale " due to generator wiring,a 2004 RV with a CAT pusher. These North American made class A & B RVs are nicer than most houses in developing countries.

@Rvlove 2 года назад

Yes, some of the RVs are very nice indeed. -M