RV Rental Information, Tips To Help You!

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  • čas přidán 19. 06. 2020
  • It seems like this year I am seeing more Rental RVs than I ever have before. Some times we get asked the very basic questions that help people get started so I thought I would do a quick video of a few things to keep in mind the first time you head out renting an RV. This is a good beginner video for RVers a form of RVing 101 introduction.
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Komentáře • 61

  • @donna30044
    @donna30044 Před 4 lety +55

    1. Do not overload your RV. Weight translates to lower power, higher fuel use/cost, and longer stopping distance.
    2. At the beginning of the trip, to reduce travel weight, empty the black/grey water tank and put only enough water in the fresh water tank for short term use; you can fill the freshwater tank when you get at or near your destination.
    3. Invest in an inline water filter to attach to the fill hose, and always flush the hose before hooking it up to the RV (to wash out dust and little critters that might be hiding away.)
    4. The journey can be as good as the destination. If you aren't enjoying the trip and taking things easy, you might as well have just stayed home.

    • @wyattkairo1156
      @wyattkairo1156 Před 2 lety +2

      i know it is kind of randomly asking but do anybody know a good place to stream new series online?

  • @gismoo77
    @gismoo77 Před 3 lety +9

    Thank you very much. This video is really helpful. My wife is half American half German, I am German. We are currently planning to travel across the USA by RV and visit every single state, starting Oktober 2021. We run our own consultancy company and therefore we also want to try out if we can work remotely and online from the RV. Kind of ‚work and travel‘. :) So this will be an amazing adventure and an opportunity to learn about how diverse the US actually are and go beyond typical stereotypes. We plan to stay at the US on a quarterly basis, go back to Germany, stay there for another quarter of a year, go back to the US and so on... Therefore the whole journey will take years to complete.❤️🇺🇸

  • @neilrankin9945
    @neilrankin9945 Před 4 lety +16

    Great tips! Also, spend an hour or two with the RV owner and get familiar with all the mechanical features of the rv. i.e slide operation, tire pressure / inflation, engine fluids, RV levelling, tank sensors, furnace, A/C, using propane (i.e fridge, stove) and water source configuration.

  • @noconz0727
    @noconz0727 Před 4 lety +25

    If you are looking to buy an RV but want to rent first, some dealers will let you rent the RV you want and then put the rental cost towards the cost of the RV when you purchase.

  • @jimegan7077
    @jimegan7077 Před 4 lety +15

    Get the rental agreement ahead of time. I was in the RV office to pay my storage lot bill. The guy in front of me was renting a motorhome. The agent explained the agreement and the customer was confused about what it said. I didn't see the agreement but agreed (privately) that the explanation was very confusing. The way the agent went through the agreement was similar to sitting in the finance office when buying a new car.

  • @4x4-RV
    @4x4-RV Před 4 lety +8

    Watch your ground clearance. Many RV trailers have the plumbing for draining the tanks in the rear. Going over obstacles or through dips is sometimes a good way to damage those drains. Many times it’s good to approach dips or curbs at an angle.

  • @NelsonClick
    @NelsonClick Před 4 lety +13

    This is the only RV channel I subscribed to because it is so thorough and consistently high quality; full of practical real world information and relevant tips derived from direct experience. He excludes unnecessary extraneous details and personal ego.

  • @roberthulen3177
    @roberthulen3177 Před 16 dny

    Thank you for a very informative video. I know nothing about RVs and your info was very helpful.

  • @jimmyjenkins9240
    @jimmyjenkins9240 Před 4 lety +2

    Great presentation, as usual. I also enjoyed you opening videography! You have a great eye for filming and it’s a treat when you incorporate that into your presentation. Thanks!

  • @henrykn4257
    @henrykn4257 Před 4 lety +2

    Good job as always Jared. Very professional. Love your clear and correct pronunciations.

  • @jankoaltenschmidt7363
    @jankoaltenschmidt7363 Před 3 lety +4

    This was so useful - answering exactly the questions I was wondering about before picking up our rental RV in a few days going to Yellowstone.

  • @therealking6202
    @therealking6202 Před 3 lety +1

    Very helpful, practical advice, that puts you in the right mindset for what you need to be prepared for (esp. the basic walkthrough of the hookups!) Great video!

  • @user-qe6io2mm1l
    @user-qe6io2mm1l Před 2 měsíci

    I rented from Cruise America. 4 people, 30’, was fine. The RV was a little worn out but it worked. Avg: $300/day in total.
    Driving: Back up danger. Use a spotter and/or rear camera.

  • @duaneroepke8840
    @duaneroepke8840 Před 4 lety +7

    Know your limitations. If you are scared to pull any type of trailer, be it a small utility trailer or other type, pulling an rv trailer may not be right for you. Doesn't mean you will never do it, if you know someone that routinely pulls any type of trailer ask them for some instruction in a big parking lot.
    If you pee yourself when you rent a large rental truck, you may want to reconsider your immediate plans to rent an rv.
    I'm not trying to discourage anyone from rving or renting an rv, but know yoir limitations and get educated about your rv operational weaknesses.
    Once you get past your fears is when the real journey and adventure begins.
    Hope to see y'all out here.

  • @robertmontanez9186
    @robertmontanez9186 Před 4 lety +1

    Great tips presented in an easy going manner. Thank you!

  • @nelsoncaraballo9446
    @nelsoncaraballo9446 Před 3 lety

    Great video Jared. Thank you for the PDF set up list. Wife and I have been making our own.

  • @goinsomewheretogether
    @goinsomewheretogether Před 4 lety +1

    Another informative video, great work Jared!

  • @selectshelley
    @selectshelley Před 4 lety

    Thank you for taking the time to cover this topic. Shelley from San Diego

  • @PentaxLife
    @PentaxLife Před 4 lety

    Great tips !!!
    Keep the sunny side up!

  • @lorijones564
    @lorijones564 Před 3 lety +1

    Very informative! Thank you for making this video!

  • @Michaelaz62
    @Michaelaz62 Před 2 lety

    Thank you, this was beneficial-lots of great tips for a first-timer.

  • @delise5133
    @delise5133 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome and very helpful!! Thank you!!!

  • @larkhughes9740
    @larkhughes9740 Před 3 lety

    Very helpful, thank you!

  • @timf6916
    @timf6916 Před 4 lety +1

    Good information

  • @philipthandal997
    @philipthandal997 Před 3 lety

    Great tips!!!

  • @dhruv7532
    @dhruv7532 Před 3 lety

    Great video!

  • @LivingTheGoodLifeRving

    Thank you for the tips

  • @Kathy-yi7xu
    @Kathy-yi7xu Před 3 lety

    thanks

  • @Donnaerobicover40Fitness
    @Donnaerobicover40Fitness Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks for this video. I live in Puerto Rico and I want to rent and rv in the warming months in NY and if I love it I am going to live 4-6month in my RV,

  • @Hiroak
    @Hiroak Před 4 lety +3

    My wife and I are travel Dr. For years we have been using a 2003 Rialta and it has been great. Recently my in-laws let us use their 2018 40+ foot diesel pusher while we are traveling. At first glance it's really cool with everything you could ever need but it's a monster to drive, the fuel economy is non existent, 4 to 6 maybe 8mpg. Everything has to be planned out in advance including parking, turning and general use it's all hard. It's great to rent or borrow to see what will work best for your situation.

  • @alec4672
    @alec4672 Před 3 lety +5

    Buy a toy. When I was getting my CDL the instructor had a toy semi with a trailer on his table. If you move it on the table like it's real the trailer will follow like it's real. It's the cheapest and simplest way to get a 3d model going and really helps you understand what the trailer does in relation to the tow vehicle being able to see it from outside the vehicle.

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA Před 3 lety +2

      This has to be one of *the most helpful* tips around for learning about towing & backing. Kudos & thanks!

    • @paulines8337
      @paulines8337 Před rokem +1

      Great idea!

  • @yurileymiwong1811
    @yurileymiwong1811 Před 9 měsíci

    Great Video.. What is a good site to rent an RV from.?

  • @kelleysexton4117
    @kelleysexton4117 Před 4 lety +1

    This was super helpful. Short and sweet. I don't see the link to the RV Packing List as mentioned in the video. Did I miss it?

    • @AllAboutRVs
      @AllAboutRVs  Před 4 lety +3

      I forgot to link it, Here it is bit.ly/3ddkMpy

    • @kelleysexton4117
      @kelleysexton4117 Před 4 lety +2

      @@AllAboutRVs Thanks, I am renting a Class C this summer to test it out. Taking 2 of my city folk girlfriends with me and don't want to forget any of the essentials.

  • @shiftfocus1
    @shiftfocus1 Před 4 lety +6

    Bring some pieces of scrap lumber for leveling the rig.
    Don’t leave the drain lines open on a full hookup; let the blank tank get full and then drain it, and then the gray tank to flush the hose. The owner of the rig will thank you.

    • @lsamre914
      @lsamre914 Před 3 lety +1

      Is the reason not to leave the drain lines open because it won't flush as well?

    • @Tsch6373
      @Tsch6373 Před 3 lety

      @@lsamre914 Flushing it all at once helps the drain hose stay cleaner. Drain the black tank first followed by the gray water tank. Follow that with fresh, clear water.

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA Před 3 lety +1

      @@lsamre914 In a manner of speaking, yes....poo won't stick to the bottom of the tank if there is sufficient liquid to keep it floating and to flush it out.

  • @bIametheniIe
    @bIametheniIe Před 3 lety +2

    How do RV's handle on a highway? Like the ones you can drive instead of the trailer like ones people hitch to their car/truck. I wanna rent one for driving me and 2 other people, and my dog from the east coast out to AZ. Mainly because I want to avoid staying in hotels because of the covid-19 situation in the US. Thanks

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA Před 3 lety +2

      Go rent a U-Haul for the day to get a feel for how they handle.
      Write down the height / width / length and stick it to your dash for reference.
      The vans are like Class-B RVs
      The storage over the cab ones are like Class-C RVs
      A trailer hitched to your vehicle will use the same basics as any other towed item.

  • @mikekendig6781
    @mikekendig6781 Před 4 lety

    The checklist link is missing!
    Mike

    • @AllAboutRVs
      @AllAboutRVs  Před 4 lety

      I forgot to link it, Here its is bit.ly/3ddkMpy

  • @swalthful
    @swalthful Před 3 lety

    Ok if you rent America and want to take long trips awesome! But do you want to camp? If you want to camp can you drive? Be honest with yourself and say no! Minivan hotel with pool! If you say RV Seatbelts for all!! I have an old 33 foot that belts 11.

  • @tomterrific8574
    @tomterrific8574 Před 4 lety +1

    Did I overlook the RV checklist?

  • @zoebrajkotwalla1
    @zoebrajkotwalla1 Před 3 lety

    Wasn’t there supposed to be a check list in the comments ?

    • @DLY0898
      @DLY0898 Před 3 lety

      I think it’s the “Rental Packing List” link.

  • @noconz0727
    @noconz0727 Před 4 lety +3

    RV rentals are hella expensive.

  • @santopaz7068
    @santopaz7068 Před 3 lety +1

    Black tank= the poopoo tank, in case your newbies do not know....

  • @anise.jackson7295
    @anise.jackson7295 Před 2 lety

    Did you not learn you always bring a towel

  • @davidmcconnell8690
    @davidmcconnell8690 Před 4 lety

    :-))) :-))))

  • @timaz1066
    @timaz1066 Před 4 lety

    I'm in the Tetons now and there are waaay too many people RVing...This whole area is packed. just saying.

    • @pahanin2480
      @pahanin2480 Před 3 lety +1

      Timaz good to know, I’m rv rental shopping for Yellowstone

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA Před 3 lety +1

      @@pahanin2480 It is best to reserve waaaay ahead of time for any and all National parks!