![RandomBitsRV](/img/default-banner.jpg)
- 95
- 374 888
RandomBitsRV
United States
Приєднався 3 жов 2015
We are all about full-time RV travel while working. We've downsized, minimized, and have been full-timers since January 2017. We're excited to share our random bits of trial and error insights on RV living full time. We're branching out from our written blog and taking it to UA-cam. We hope you'll come along with us.
Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror.com
Instagram: randombitsRV
Facebook: randombitsoftrialanderror
Amazon Affiliate Link: amzn.to/2zdY3dv
PayPal Link: paypal.me/RandomBitsRV
RandomBitsRV and Random Bits of Trial and Error is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror.com
Instagram: randombitsRV
Facebook: randombitsoftrialanderror
Amazon Affiliate Link: amzn.to/2zdY3dv
PayPal Link: paypal.me/RandomBitsRV
RandomBitsRV and Random Bits of Trial and Error is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Let's Talk RV Ladders - Briter Products
We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us.
Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror...
Instagram: randombitsRV
Facebook: randombitsof...
Twitter - RandomBitsRV
Music: Greasy Wheels Short from iMovie Library
Tags:
full-time rv life, motorhome living, working and living on the road, full-time rv lifestyle, rv living, rv lifestyle, nomad, nomadic, Random Bits RV, Camp, camping, rv camping, resort, rv resort, trailer, diesel pusher, popup, tent, journey, travel, rv travel, see you on the road, home is where you park it, , Full-Time RV Living
#fulltimeRV #rvlife #fulltimetravel
Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror...
Instagram: randombitsRV
Facebook: randombitsof...
Twitter - RandomBitsRV
Music: Greasy Wheels Short from iMovie Library
Tags:
full-time rv life, motorhome living, working and living on the road, full-time rv lifestyle, rv living, rv lifestyle, nomad, nomadic, Random Bits RV, Camp, camping, rv camping, resort, rv resort, trailer, diesel pusher, popup, tent, journey, travel, rv travel, see you on the road, home is where you park it, , Full-Time RV Living
#fulltimeRV #rvlife #fulltimetravel
Переглядів: 124
Відео
Boondocking 101 - for the Thor Diesel Club 2023 Rally.
Переглядів 2899 місяців тому
In October 2023 I gave this presentation to the the Thor Motorcoach Diesel Club at a recent rally. Due to a scheduling conflict, some could not attend the presentation. So here is an online version of the same presentation. We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us. Blog: www.randombitsoftria...
Smuggler's Roost RV Community - New Mexico RV Lots For Sale or Lease.
Переглядів 3,8 тис.2 роки тому
Dawn and I recently stopped at Smuggler's Roost in Animas, New Mexico. It's located 23 miles off of I-10 next to the Arizona Border. We really enjoyed our visit and can't wait to go back. We loved the concept. The owners of Smuggler's Roost set out to create a new and exciting reality where they make the most of every day! At their core, they are artists, writers, musicians, sculptors, astronom...
New Wifi Thermostat for your RV - Micro-Air
Переглядів 6532 роки тому
Mike installs a New WIFI - Bluetooth - Programmable Thermostat in the RV made by Micro-Air For more information visit: www.micro-air.com www.microair.net We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us. Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror... Instagram: randombitsRV Facebook: randombits...
New Tire Minder Flow-Through TPMS Sensor - Full-Time RV Life
Переглядів 9583 роки тому
We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us. Amazon Affiliate Link: amzn.to/2iUZ0QT Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror... Instagram: randombitsRV Facebook: randombitsof... Twitter - RandomBitsRV Music: Greasy Wheels Short from iMovie Library Music: www.bensound.com Tag...
We're Back! - Full-Time RV Life
Переглядів 5293 роки тому
We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us. Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror... Instagram: randombitsRV Facebook: randombitsof... Twitter - RandomBitsRV Music: Greasy Wheels Short from iMovie Library Tags: full-time rv life, motorhome living, working and living on t...
Briter + Vitrifrigo = FREE ENERGY! Stay tuned through the Blooper Reel LOL!
Переглядів 3393 роки тому
Briter Products Installed my Lithium Batteries and Solar Panels and gave my Rig a Complete Electrical Make-Over! Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror... Instagram: randombitsRV Facebook: randombitsof... Twitter - RandomBitsRV Music: Greasy Wheels Short from iMovie Library Tags: full-time rv life, motorhome living, working and living on the road, full-time rv lifestyle, r...
SA Mobile RV Repairs (Currently in Orlando)
Переглядів 2293 роки тому
I just drove my Diesel Pusher 3 Hours so he could work on it. Call Jim at 941-479-0742 email samrri761@gmail.com He is currently in Orlando very close to Disney.
Bambi Lake Baptist Retreat and Conference Center in Roscommon, MI
Переглядів 4643 роки тому
An Awesome destination to hold an event, or just get away for a nature retreat!
Mama Bits is Back Bits-es!
Переглядів 3624 роки тому
We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us. Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror... Instagram: randombitsRV Facebook: randombitsof... Twitter - RandomBitsRV Music: Greasy Wheels Short from iMovie Library Music: www.bensound.com #fulltimeRV #rvlife #fulltimetravel
Virtual Interview for the FMCA Virtual Vendor Hall - Briter Products
Переглядів 3014 роки тому
Mike had a fun chat with The President of Briter Products Avanti Lawani. We chat about the effect of Covid-19 on the RV Industry, the RV Community and we talk about what makes Briter's Lithium Batteries stand out from the crowd. We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us. Blog: www.randombitso...
RV Solar Install by Briter Products - All I did was watch!
Переглядів 7674 роки тому
In the fall of 2019 we traveled to Beautiful Northern Indiana to convert our 40' Diesel Pusher Motor Coach into a Boondocking Machine. Brighter Products did an incredible transformation by installing 1200 Watts of Briter Solar Panels on the Roof, and 6 x 100ah Briter Lithium Ion batteries. Assisting with the Installation was: Jim Shutt - SA Mobile RV Repair & Inspections 941-479-0742 samrri761@...
RV Solar & Lithium Upgrade & What It Means to Us
Переглядів 1,3 тис.4 роки тому
We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us. Amazon Affiliate Link: amzn.to/2iUZ0QT Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror... Instagram: randombitsRV Facebook: randombitsof... Twitter - RandomBitsRV Music: Greasy Wheels Short from iMovie Library Tags: full-time rv life, mo...
RV Lithium Battery "Short Version" Install from Briter Products.
Переглядів 8634 роки тому
October 2019 Lithium Battery and Solar System Install www.briterproducts.com/ We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to come along with us. Amazon Affiliate Link: amzn.to/2iUZ0QT Blog: www.randombitsoftrialanderror... Instagram: randombitsRV Facebook: randombitsof... Twitter - RandomBit...
RV Lithium Battery Install - I Let the Pros Do It - Briter Products.
Переглядів 5464 роки тому
In Oct 2019 Dawn and I arrived at Briter Products Inc for our Lithium Battery, and Solar System Install. After 2 straight weeks of Boondocking in New Mexico, I'm so thrilled at my boondocking capabilities. I LOVE MY NEW BRITER LITHIUM BATTERIES! www.briterproducts.com/ We are Modern-Day Full-Time RV Nomads. We are traveling and working a Corporate America career from the Road. We invite you to ...
RV Central Texas With Mama Bits - Bastrop State Park
Переглядів 7174 роки тому
RV Central Texas With Mama Bits - Bastrop State Park
Diesel Pusher Travel Across Texas - With "Mama Bits"
Переглядів 8914 роки тому
Diesel Pusher Travel Across Texas - With "Mama Bits"
My Sister's Motorhome for Sale in Austin, Texas
Переглядів 1,9 тис.4 роки тому
My Sister's Motorhome for Sale in Austin, Texas
Our First Thor Diesel Club Rally 2019 - Day 1
Переглядів 8244 роки тому
Our First Thor Diesel Club Rally 2019 - Day 1
My visit with Briter - Rugged Lithium Batteries for RVs
Переглядів 4814 роки тому
My visit with Briter - Rugged Lithium Batteries for RVs
Load your Golf Cart in your Pickup Truck Easily - Mad Ramps
Переглядів 37 тис.4 роки тому
Load your Golf Cart in your Pickup Truck Easily - Mad Ramps
Need Lithium and Solar for your RV? - A Briter Story.
Переглядів 9934 роки тому
Need Lithium and Solar for your RV? - A Briter Story.
I Broke My Pickup Tailgate - Full-Time RV Life
Переглядів 7724 роки тому
I Broke My Pickup Tailgate - Full-Time RV Life
Seeing My Dad - Just One Reason Why I Full-Time RV
Переглядів 9005 років тому
Seeing My Dad - Just One Reason Why I Full-Time RV
2019 Midwest Floods - Campground Reservations Canceled.
Переглядів 5245 років тому
2019 Midwest Floods - Campground Reservations Canceled.
RandomBits RV Park Showcase - Lost Falls Campground - Wisconsin.
Переглядів 8 тис.5 років тому
RandomBits RV Park Showcase - Lost Falls Campground - Wisconsin.
RandomBitsRV RV Park Showcase - Jellystone Park - Amboy, IL - Encore Resort
Переглядів 2,3 тис.5 років тому
RandomBitsRV RV Park Showcase - Jellystone Park - Amboy, IL - Encore Resort
Travel Day in Our Diesel Pusher - Full-Time RV Life
Переглядів 26 тис.5 років тому
Travel Day in Our Diesel Pusher - Full-Time RV Life
Roadmaster Even Brake Install - Full-Time RV Life
Переглядів 9 тис.5 років тому
Roadmaster Even Brake Install - Full-Time RV Life
You left those tires on way too long. Checking like that is just dangerous. Change out those steer tires at 7 or 8 years. And do not forget most truck tires are rated to only 75 mph so all these trucks and RVs doing 85 and more on the interstates are a threat. I also did not see any torque wrenches being used. And, you should have loose wheel nut indicators on all of those wheel nuts.
You’re a little late to the party. This video was posted in 2019 and these new replacement tires are going to be replaced soon. But thank you for watching.
Will these work on a regular 98 toyota 4 runner without stock tpms sensors?
I just installed mine and did a trial run before we head home next week. Easy install and worked perfectly. BTW, the discount code didn't work and shipping was extra from mad ramps direct. E-trailer was a better deal for me that included free shipping. Also, I decided to strap the rear wheels. E-trailer was helpful getting me the correct size wheel straps. I also purchased the storage rack. It's also very well designed. Unless you have their storage solution, the ramps are awkward to store. Great solution!! Thanks
I replaced Michelin tires with Toyo tires on my 32 foot pusher and the steering became Squirrley. I now have a 42 foot with a tag and have Michelin‘s on it that need replacing. I will pay the extra money for the Michelin‘s. They are a great ride, and I don’t want this big rig to get Squirrley.
For $1600 not sure they are worth it
Understand. After an old ramp breaking on me, it’s worth every penny. You mileage may vary
It looks on video like you both were going WAY too fast for the conditions. Just saying.
I have Never exceeded the speed limit in the motorhome. Never.
I really love the scenery and the concept! Looking forward to going there!
The growth in just 2 years since we was there, is remarkable!
I'd get the retrobands
A lot has changed just in the last year here! We got 2 sites and are so excited we did. We have been there to visit and Gene is awesome! This community has a vision and it takes time but they have do e so much in the last year on infrastructure etc. Don't miss this opportunity!!
I agree. An updated video is needed!
We just purchased our 1st golf cart. I have a 5.5 foot bed. Cart doesn't fit, so we rent a trailer. I Was looking into making something out of wood, but this is perfect. Will definitely be ordering 1. Thank you
Worth its weight in gold!
Good Video Mike!
Thanks!
I just ran across this video again. Seems like this is the last one you made a year ago. How are you doing? Hope all is well! ❤❤❤❤❤
Hi RVFreeda. Dawn and I are both doing well. We spent the summer in Michigan. How are you?
@@RandomBitsRV Hi there! Good to hear from you. I’m leaving Flagstaff AZ and heading to TN again. In about a week from now. All is well. I’m still loving this life!
@@RandomBitsRV didn’t get to TN. I’m in Quartzsite AZ. Everything is awesome!
Thanks for serving your country. I am a veteran here in Nova Scotia Canada. We are among a special breed of people to serve and willing to give the ultimate sacrifice if called apron to do so.
Thank you for serving your country as well!
I'm new to diesel pushers so the way you explain the process helps tremendously.
Thanks. But your manufacture may have an entirely different process. Best of luck.
@@RandomBitsRV psi is different, but it’s all the same
So system is remote ??? No wiring from motor home???
Correct. The unit senses inertia.
Have been researching tires and also have decided on the Toyo’s. Thanks for sharing. Great video.
Thank you for watching and commenting.
My father is a Vietnam navy vet, marine support,USS VALLEY FORGE, he's suffering from agent orange, 100% disabled.
Thank you for watching. I’m sorry for your fathers illness, but I’m grateful for his service.
We are in process of designing our solar and lithium configuration with Briter products after meeting Avanti at Glamarama in Ohio. My husband and I have found your Briter products videos very helpful. After 3 years how are they doing?
Just as good as brand new!
@annekruszka8441. Hi Ann, you caught me while driving the other day, which explains my super short response. The Briter Batteries are incredible! For the past 3 years, I never needed to worry about dead batteries, because the solar keeps them topped off all the time. We boondock during the winters in the Arizona desert. Between my Briter Batteries , and solar charging system, electricity is something I never even think about. It takes care of itself. Welcome to the Briter family!
@annekruszka8441
@@RandomBitsRV Thanks so much. We’re at the “what do we really need” stage. We aren’t boondockers, but travel with our pets and I need to be assured they are safe and comfortable when we stop for groceries or to eat. Figuring our wattage needs has really helped me to understand our coach better. We’re in a class b, so every inch matters.
I have 6 batteries, and 1200 watts of solar. That will run 1 of my roof ACs for about 5-6 hours. Although it’s nice to run the AC off the inverter, we limit that to short stops to keep our bullmastif cool. I normally run the generator if we need ac through out the night. Mostly because we live down south.
Great video Mike ❤❤
Thanks!
Your full of crap, the code did not work. You cannot be trusted and probably not the product either.
He replaced the wheel with a different colored rim. Do you keep that? Or does he put a tire on the old rim later?
He asked if my existing rim was damaged, and I wasn’t sure so I had him bring me another rim, which I kept and used as a spare. I had the flat replaced, and put it back on the rig. I also bought a roadmaster spare tire carrier, and that solved another problem. Thanks for watching.
Always be prepared.
Did he also put a new rim on there? It looks like it don’t know. Thank you.
Yes. I asked him to bring me a new rim because I didn’t know if mine was damaged or not. So I now have a spare.
I'm on my way
Need pool., just saying.
Agree
First of all thank you for your service to our country!! My old man served in Vietnam as well. Thankfully you weren't at highway speeds. Nevertheless you handled that like a master! Well done! I too push it when it comes to tire age. I'll run them for ten years as long as they don't have any obvious signs excessive of wear. However I do keep them covered when not driving, always check my tire pressure before hitting the road, even twice a day on longer voyages. It only takes couple mins to check on something that could cost potentially thousands of dollars if there's a failure. I don't have a TPMS but I've thought about installing one. They really aren't that expensive, especially in the long run.
Agree. Thanks for your kind comment
We purchased a used Tiffin class A motorhome that had the same Roadmaster spare tire hitch and a spare tire. I am surprised more people do not carry a spare. Great peace of mind. I also carry spare belts and fluids, better to be prepared. Great video.
Same here! Spare tire, belts, coolant oil…. You never know. Thanks for watching and safe travels.
Or just get a truck with a 6/6.5 foot bed or bigger
Have you priced new trucks lately?
I can't wait to buy my lot there.
How long is your truck bed?
I believe 5.5
@RandomBitsRV ok that's what I have too. I am considering getting these to haul my golf cart Is there a place to strap down to or don't you need to with these?
I have tie-downs in the bed of my truck. I use 2 ratchet straps and tie down to the back of the cart. Very easy.
Also I can put a toolbox in the bed along with the cart.
@@RandomBitsRV thanks
I seldom hook up rv at site if I know turns in campground will be too tight.
Smart idea. No more short-cuts for me. Thanks for watching.
Did you have any concerns with the new lower hitch height for your car tow system? Also I guess the tire holder is rated for towing a car ?
Sorry that I didn’t get notified of your comment. The drop was minimal. I had no concerns. But if I did, I would simply buy a lifting coupler. Even with the tire holder, my tow bar is perfectly level. And yes- Roadmaster built the product with flat towing your vehicle. Best of luck.
Thanks seems you were fairly lucky as road was not to busy & speed was sorta low. Great you found a quick area to pull of without further damage.
Very lucky indeed
Hello and apologies if this is a stupid question, or you've already addressed...Did you go through a roadside service like AAA to find someone to come out, or did you just utilize google to find the closest and available shop? I know the day will come, not sure if it's easier to call AAA and wait for them to find shop, or faster to find shop via own search - safe travels
Great question. I purchase Good Sam Roadside assistance.
I work at one year round but I just don't see this brand lasting much longer. Sad to realize it but I know what works and what doesn't. No identity of their own
Great advice here!
Thank you
I lost my Belt on my Damon 373 going down highway 5 in Oregon. i have AAA gold. i had it Towed free 30 miles to an RV place. We spent the night in their parking lot with a plug in, and i was back on the road by 11 am with a total cost of $230 dollars. do not own an rv without AAA you will thank god you had it if you do break down.
Do you carry a spare belt? A buddy with the same rig as mine convinced me to carry a spare.
@@RandomBitsRV No but i check mine all the time it is a great idea to have one with you. Since covid hit i have only done local camping with 60 miles. Next summer i will do the whole west coast again.
Thank you for sharing your experience to teach us
Thank you for the kind words.
I see a lot of flat, open, land. How could that have been a hideout? If you're hiding, don't you need some way to conceal yourself? There isn't so much as a single tree withing the confines of the RV park. And if the hideout was "nearby," how far, and why mention it if it's not right there?
I wasn’t there then.
How long can you boondock? Thanks
Now that I bought a 150 gallon water bladder and a 40 gallon waste tote tank, we boondocked for 3 months in the desert this past winter. Without the tanks, we could stretch 2 weeks without moving the rig.
UI want EcoSpin 2x larger
Very good video! I've saved it in my wish list on Amazon. I only have a few suggestions: 1) Your affiliate link only took me to the front page of Amazon, not to the product. I was able to scan your transcript and get the term to query, but it didn't come up first in the Amazon search. (You may be losing money because of this...) 2) I love the way, as you said, I'll be able to lower my tire safely by myself. But, what is your plan after getting it down? I could see having wood blocks under the leveling jacks that can be manually deployed to get a bad tire off the ground enough to change a tire. This brings me to what air compressor to buy and air wrench would be required... Do you of anyone else have the answer to this based on your research or experience? If no one has the solution, I'll be researching it and may post it if I find one. (2006 Winnebago Adventurer 38t, 8.1L Vortec, Allison 2100 6-speed, Workhorse W24 with 22.5 tires)
Sorry for the confusion. We are no longer an Amazon Affiliate. It’s difficult to go back and edit all historic videos. Also, I won’t change the tire myself. I don’t have the room to carry a Jack of that capacity. So I will still have a road service tech change the tire, But at least I will have a tire for him to change. Often times, road techs can’t source the right sized tire.
I will never buy Michelins again. I've had 3 sets with severe sidewall cracking, even after just one year. I only continued with them because they did a partial warranty, but never again.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us, glad you did a great job of safely moving over and stopping!
Thank you for the kind comment. Be safe.
Why not use a trailer for the truck? (just curious) - also how much is a tank of DEF (for that matter how large is a tank of DEF)? I've only been deep-diving non-DEF engines (which are rarer than hens teeth these days).
As a Florida resident- a trailer would not be legal. My DEF tank is 15 gallons and DEF cost me about 90 dollars. If you can buy befor the DEF was mandated, I would.
@@RandomBitsRV How so? The only trailer restrictions I've found so far pertain to 2 and 3 trailer train hookups. E-Vehicles can't be towed 4 on the floor so a trailer is required (even 2 on the floor won't work).
I’m sorry. I misunderstood your question. Flat towing the truck with a golf cart in the back is easier than trailering the truck and golf cart. When I arrive at an RV park , there is no room to park a trailer.
GOOD MAN GREAT VIDEO IM LOOKING FOR A TWO BAR YOU SOLD ME THANKS FROM, DOUG
Good luck.
@@RandomBitsRV thank you very much that's so kind of you
U said 20 minutes from fort wayne??? Yea ur not from around here. Takes at least 45 mins from huggy bear to fort wayne. Get it right dummy.
What ever. Do you feel better?
Thank you, I've done my research and this is definitely my solution also. I can load my cart that is lifted and has nerf bars and the wheel wells don't Interfere as the cart isn't to forward in the truck bed. Also if give me room to store other items in the truck bed as I always carry 5-10 gals diesel with me just in case!
Will this also work for non lifted carts?
I believe it will, But that’s a question for Mad Ramps. Be advised they were purchased by Blue Ox.
@@RandomBitsRV I did a little more research and it looks like they sell a golf cart riser kit for lower carts.
Thanks for the notice
In the middle of renovating a class A to go full time and had no idea this existed pretty much everyone was like you are SOL and have to have someone come out. This just gave me another idea as I already will be carrying a air compressor and impact drill. Thank you
I honestly won’t change it myself. I will still have a mobile service tech come out. But I will always have a spare tire and wheel on-hand. Thank you for watching. 😊