RV Renovation Nightmare… IN A PARKING LOT?? + We Found a BAD Water Leak 😭
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Love the new propane access door! Unsolicited tip for the bathroom door: I noticed the hinges that are currently on the door are *cabinet* hinges (not door hinges). Replacing those cabinet hinges with actual door hinges & hardware should fix the issue for good.
Yes then need door hinges. The ones installed now aren’t designed for that kind of load.
Agreed here, hinges are too small for the weight of the door.
Door hanger … you can use the same screws and holes … but they make little plastic washers and snap on caps for the screw heads. They are el cheeps and look great. Take one screw out, slide on the washer-cap 1 pice unit and screw it back in and so on. Check to see if cap will snap over the head first… or take a same into the hardware store and check it out first.
@@alanholck7995 You could add two or three identical hinges (cabinet shop) and have 5 or 4 total.
I was just about to say the same thing... door hinges.
Definitely invest in a water pressure regulator. It’ll save your pipes. And when you’re connected to city water you shouldn’t have to use the pump.
Thanks for the comment! Don't worry though, we've used a pressure regulator every time we've hooked up since the water system was installed, so we've only ever had 40 PSI going through it 👍
@@Theendlessadventure these clowns have close to 600k subs and cant affoord a newer motorhome? Instead they live in a chit mobile!
I would recommend a water pressure regulator for when you are hooked up to RV parks. Very common to have high pressure and it is too much for a trailer or RV to handle. Cheers from Canada!
Thanks! We actually have one and use it every time we're hooked up. I know we're still learning things about RV life, but we promise we know a few things 😉😅
You really need heavier hinges on that door, esp if you are hanging damp towels. The hinges you have look like hinges for kitchen cabinets - they may hold for a bit, but not long-term.
Having been a fan now for many years, drawn in by the international travels and escapades, I am coming to the conclusion that the Lock Down and subsequent RV renovation and beyond, has taken the Endless Adventure to a new high. I have enjoyed all episodes historically, but the new videos are even better than previously, if such a thing is possible. Maybe Clementine gives a new focus. Loving this!
So glad you're enjoying coming along for the RV adventures in addition to the international ones 🙌 They're both exciting and challenging in their own ways, but boy do we love not having to deal with suitcases or airports 😅
Incase you were not aware,
NFPA 1192 Standard for Recreational Vehicles prohibits locks on propane compartment doors or enclosures. You will need to change out the lock on the propane access door to a regular twist lock without a key. Access to the propane shut off valve cannot have a lock on it incase of an accident, the first responders need to be able to turn it off. You also need to have the word "Propane" on the door to identify it. The chances are you won't get in trouble, but if you are stopped for a propane inspection before entering a tunnel, you can be cited for it.
Another thing you can do for your bathroom door is what is done on most yachts (after all you are driving a land yacht) is making the door have a gap of about 1 inch underneath the door which solves the problem of swelling wood from humidity that drags across the floor, as well as letting humidity out. Plus you can go to a West Marine boating supply store and get some better heavy duty hinges. Those stores are pretty much everywhere there is boating done. Just a thought.
You strengthened the hinge, but increased the weight of the door with a towel hangar. You could always cut the door even shorter and just put a weather strip of vinyl sweep to seal it.
Love watching you guys. Make sure you put a label on the door that says “propane” and also you need to change the key lock out to just a latch. Safety hazard in case someone needs to get in quick go shut off propane.
They can reach under the skirt and turn it on and off, they just can't fill it and see the fill level guage. You can see it in the video where they installed it. They had to fill it before installing it, and they turned it on afterwards. There is a gap between the tank safety shield and the skirt of the RV.
Love you guys for staying faithful to Clementine, I love every thing you’ve done with her!!❤
Pro tip.
I have lived in three class "A" diesel rigs in my life and this one for the last 17 years.
NEVER hook up city water to your rig!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You do not know how much water pressure is going into your rig. Maybe to much or maybe very little pressure. *"Well, get a RV regulator"*. NO NO NO. RV regulators are more of a FLOW control than a regulator, they RESTRICT the FLOW into your rig.
Simply fill up your FRESH water tank and ALWAYS run your water pump. You will NEVER have the water go bad and in winter you will never have to go outside and try to keep your water from freezing.
Always fill up your fresh water tank and use from it ALWAYS.
Get some spray in truck bedliner, or even some truck/car undercoating, and spray a heavy layer on the floor and up the sides of the walls in the compartment where the water leak is. It will create a built in water catch tray, like a shower floor tray liner or catch tray under a water heater so any leaks don't soak into or through the wood floor and rot it out, and you can easily just wipe up any water that leaks and gets held in the bottom of the compartment. (Some will just evaporate also, especially if you add a small fan in there to move the air around and have a small vent to allow airflow and prevent mildew)
adding to the truck bed liner, you could drill a small hole for the water to drain right out onto the ground!!
Yep - cabinet maker here. Those are the wrong hinges. They need door hinges. Eventually those will pull off the wall again. Great Video.
Hey, if you have a house, it's constantly the same thing! Your home happens to be on wheels. Don't get discouraged! You can do it!
You really sold the wonders of RV life in this episode 😂
Hence the joys of owning/care taking of a older motor home.
Every thing is moving when you move just check everything all the time
Sometimes the pink winterizing fluid smellllls really bad. Also put a tray under the tank. Sure flow makes repair kits.
A boaters trick for where there is a light leak is the use of a baby nappy ( cheapest generic type) . Just replace as necessary to keep the area dry.
What you need for that bathroom door are rising Butt hinges.( I’m not kidding, that’s what we call them in the UK).
They are a hinges which allows the door to raise as it’s opened ( the hinges has a 45 deg angle built into them) so that if you have thick pile carpet( or in your case an uneven floor) the door raises as you open it by about a quarter to half inch.
The two pieces of the hinge separate, the piece which goes on the door jamb is an upright pin and the piece which fits to the door has a corresponding tube( for want of a better term. Which slots onto the pin.
One other advantage is that the door becomes self closing.
because the hinge is in two parts you can actually lift the door off once the door clears the door jamb.
If you can buy them in the US ( and I don’t see any reason why not) just make sure you buy the right hand rising butt hinges x 2 as they are handed.
I’m not sure if this link will work, but it’s just for illustration purposes for you to see what I’m talking about.
www.screwfix.com/p/self-colour-rising-butt-hinges-76-x-71mm-2-pack/197pr
Sounds genius!
Get the water hose in-line pressure regulator. Many RV places have way too high pressure.
Lol Allison had a Tim Allen moment! 😂😂
I started watching your videos when you were remodeling the rv and to be honest I would really rather watch you fixing things than eating.
Quick tip, you can buy tools for cheap at pawn shops. Got my multitool for like $30.
If you winterize your RV by poring the RV antifreeze into the tank it will cause the system to smell like rotten eggs especially if you put it into the water heater. If the pump head froze it will leak at the head and the best repair is to replace the pump. If you do that buy a silent pump then you won't have to listen to the buzzing every time the pump runs. Tip from RV repair man.
Water pressure regulator might help with that we use one on our rv to prevent extra pressure when using using city water.
Problems problems, they even happen in a new camper. I did notice you didn't use door hinges. One day when you have time... Good thing you noticed the leak now and not months from now. Love the access door, and I'm sure that will make your life a lot easier.
You can add a one way valve on the city water side to prevent pressure at the pump. But being in Chicago over the winter might have caused a crack in that part of the pump.
Surprised (shocked actually) that you haven't installed a retractable awning on the camp side of your RV. I think it would add so much, especially when boon-docking. 16' awning, priced about $450. Check it out!
they did talk about doing it!
Nomads seem to have constant problems. And have to be Mr. Fix-it, plus the engine, plus fans.
I’m glad to see you seem to smile even if the S T hits the fan. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Anywhere a leak is likely should have a drain hole to stop flooding, and it would help to seal the wood with fiberglass resin. If it was me, I would build a small wood dam in the floor around the pump, drill a hole in the middle add a drain pipe an screen, then seal all the wood. Its something commonly done under washers in homes. Some things are eventually going to leak, so plan for it. In the case of an RV, that pump is that thing. and your also going to notice water on the ground long before you happen to randomly check that pump.
Oh No 😮 i glad you caught that leak on time 🙏 you can get it properly fixed very soon .
Have an awesome safe Trip & A Good week 🥰
put a catch pan under the water pump. Also, waterproof the exposed ply/wood and seam seal any gaps where water can sip under - use automotive seam sealer since it’s durable and flexible
Things will always go wrong. At least the bathroom 🚻 door and rain 🌧 shower 🚿 leak are fixed. The fresh water 💧 tank is finally cleaned out. Way to go, adventurers.
To solve the water issue, Get an inline pressure reducer. Some can be on the inlet hose or placed on the inside lines before the pump that is leaking.
When you go back and fix the pump leak, put some plastic down so you don’t have just wood waiting to soak up water. Where there’s a pump there will be leaks.
Thanks for the video and update
EXCELLENT VIDEO. You two are just the cutest couple on YT. Keep on doin' what you're doin'. 💕
What a great episode. We will be going on a 3 month road trip starting in august. hope to be as positive as you both if something happens
That's the Home Depot in PS, been there many times. Have not tried the food truck yet, but now I will. Love your adventures.
It was so yummy!! Just watch out if you get the queso taco - it's A LOT of queso 🤣
You gotta remember that these things happen in an RV. Fortunately you now have the skills to take care of them as you go. So far nothing too bad.
It’s one thing after another eh! Still, you’ve sorted things, so back on the road you go! So pleased I caught this video here in the uk whilst I was preparing dinner. Safe journeys! 😘👍
My guess is you got some sulfur water in So Utah. I live between the 5 national parks in Utah and that’s a real problem. I always get high sulfur in my camper and it’s a huge pain.
Also- I own a disaster company. Just spray peroxide where the water leaked. It’ll prevent mold.
Great show! Looking forward to more.
Oh good to know...we'll be extra diligent next time we fill up in Utah. 😅 Thanks for the peroxide tip!
You can fix it I’m sorry things are going bad 😢. Love watching you guys.
Nice clean install! Well done! 😁
For places to stay. I have stayed at Home Depot, Lowes, Tractor Supply, Wal-Mart, Cracker barrel, Texas
rest areas you can start for 24 hours, and so much more.
It doesn't cost anything to ask , just a phone call. Get the managers name. I have found out unless there is a city
ordinance against over night parking most say yes.
As far as Working in Home depot parking lot, if you talk to a manager with purchases in a shopping cart they always say yes, in case you might need more stuff.
I like the positive attitude at the end Eric!
Our pump started leaking in that same spot not long after we got our RV I took the pump out, diss assembled it, then cleaned all the parts really well and put bake together, hasn't leaked since. I'd say the main issue is the screws holding it together come lose over time. Good Luck!
Good to know! We'll definitely be trouble-shooting the pump soon. Hopefully we're lucky enough to have the same outcome 🤞
Well done. Look forward to the next one.
Enjoy your videos and your positive attitude towards issues and repairs that are so frustrating.
We recently visited the RV Museum in Elkhart where we saw a 1978 Leprechaun that looked very similar to Clementine. Continued safe travels!
Thanks, Diane! We visited the museum last year and loved exploring that RV! It was so cool to see something in real life that was so similar to ours 😍
You guys are adorable!
Another commenter is correct. It is illegal to put a lock on the access door for a propane tank. You can buy a latch and replace the lock. This is per DOT regulations. The tank must stay vertical so that the excess pressure valve works. Same as portable tanks must be transported vertical. If the pump still leaks after a pressure regulator (probably not) you can put a shut off valve ahead of the pump.
Good job of fixing the little issues. And yes the fresh water tank sitting without running all those months creates a stagnant pond issue. But the bleach solution should work. And running the water everyday as well. If you had showered or brushed your teeth or washed dishes with that water it could have made you very sick. But the smell probably kept you from doing that so it probably wasn’t the cause of the illness. But who knows. Thanks for sharing your adventures
Ive had my RV for 3 years and its still fun all the unique situations you find yourself in. And they are so comfortable. I thought having lunch in your comfy RV in a parking lot looks kinda fun.
12:33 I notice little details, and the only thing that would make that awesome antler hanger better is black screws instead of gold!
Great jpb!!!
The view from the Home Depot in Mazanillo looking onto the ocean is amazing!
Awesome! We'll have to keep that in mind if we ever take the RV down there 😍🤣
oo the door issue. soo we live in Montana and every year. cold to warm we have to re tighten our top screws on our front door. it just cold to warm back to warm. it just does. yall are not alone.
I am so having fun binge watching your videos. Love your channel and so envious of your decorations in Clementine. I plan to do some similiar things with my Sprinter Van. Great idea going to Home Depot
You made a good job of the access hatch to the propane, but I'm surprised you didn't bring a drill and a grinder on the road with you. I've got so dependent on my (rather heavy but on wheels) toolbox I now refuse to be separated from it. It's just a fact of life that boats, RVs, houses, classic cars & bikes need constant maintenance. But each time you fix something you get to know it a little bit better. It's rewarding in a masochistic kind of way.
Good job .Looks professional
That seems like it went super slick!!!!!🎉🎉
Those hinges on the door are for a cabinet door, you need bigger hinges.
That’s a great job you should be proud them tacos looked great too
Great video!
You guys are awesome. It makes me think even clumsy me can fix my dragging door.
Ha! I have one of your old tanks now in mint condition, but now I'm going to install it as a secondary tank. I feel you on the 'doing the work on site' approach. It was kismet that you had a taco truck right there!! Glad you managed to upgrade and improve Clementine.
So proud of you two! Using the Milwaukee tools! 😁
I put a shut-off valve on both water lines (shore and holding tank). I have to shut off the line I am not using......a little bit of a pain, but is doesn't put pressure on the valve in the pump. Good luck!
I think it would be a good idea to outfit a toolbox to bring with you.
Don’t keep buying new stuff!
I hope the water leak will be an easy fix.😊
Scroll down and read the comments regarding Propane Safety….about your new access door.
VERY important!
YAY!!!!! OH YAY!!!!!
Love the Choco Chimps in the kitchen cupboard guys! 😅
Hey you two!
I've been watching you since day one practically and as of late been going way back and watching them again. My husband is recouping from surgery and in my down time been so enjoying all of your vlogs again. Alison, you are such down to earth funny af kinda chic I'd love to sit down and have a drink with..I saw you quickly touched down here in Delaware not long ago but so hope you make your way to Rehoboth Beach in the summer time in the future for a photo op!
Love you two!❤
That sucks guys, hope it works out ok!
Well it all something to fix hopefully you get that water problem ironed out. Nice job on that door you put in. Great video.
Yea but those hinges are not strong enough to hold the weight of the door and over time, they are gonna run into more issues with it. But, that happens when you don’t know quite what your doing and your learning by trial and error
Every time you drive your house built from 2z2's glued and stapled together. you are subjecting it to an earthquake and tornado. There is a reason used motorhomes are a dime a dozen with low miles.
Thanks for sharing your journey. Mucho Love From Your Friend In Michigan Tam 💜💜
That access door to the propane looks like it was always there... great job. One step forward and another one back... stupid leak 🙄
Make sure you have a water pressure regulator for your city water connection.
Well, at least Clementine is still running smoothly. Like you said you can chalk this up to regular maintenance. I think it was brilliant the way you cut a hole in your siding to access propane knobs. Ooh! smelly eggs - glad you got that taken care of. Fingers crossed you don't have to tear up your floor. Perhaps go on a few more adventures b4 you have to tackle that.
Look forward to your next adventure.
Luckily the floor dried up pretty quickly and we haven't had any issues since. We'll keep an eye on it, but looks like no major floor renovation will be necessary 🙌
You may need some kind of wedging material(rubber) on the right upper and lower corners to keep the door secure while driving, that and others are saying those are cabinet hinges.
Love your channel guys ( I’ve watched every episode and given every one the thumbs up ) your perseverance is inspirational and your abilities are probably better than you realise ( I’ve seen professionals do way worse than your perfectly decent work ). Your videos always make me smile and relax 👍 You thoroughly deserve all of your successes 👍 Keep at it guys and stay safe. Best wishes from Britain 👍👍😁🇺🇸🇬🇧
Aww, thanks as always for the support and encouragement. 🥰 It's definitely hard to remember all the things we've done right when something goes wrong... Glad we have stellar viewers like you to support us through the tougher times and remind us that we're not total goobers 😅
Poetry! Impressed!
We've been in a 2016 since, um, 2016. I spend as much time "under the thing" as we do in the thing. Things break all of the time.
You do awesome work. 😊
If you reach out to your subscribers when you need a place to park etc, you might have people all over the U.S. who would be happy to help you out. When you were freezing cold in Maine, my mom would have been happy to take you in. She lives close to Bar Harbor, in a cozy 1800's farmhouse with lots of room. Anyway, just for future reference? 😊
How nice of them. THAT'S A GREAT IDEA WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU AS GUESTS
awesome episode xo 16:35 that's an incredible hyper-extension! :o
Hand skills, Home Depot and Hello Fresh! Heaven!! ( Trying to figure out how you coordinate those Hello Fresh deliveries.) Safe Travels!!
Luckily the majority of RV parks we stay in allow guests to get packages delivered. It's been a lifesaver, especially when we need some obscure RV part shipped to us 😅
Thanks!
I have always been worried about using the "city fill" at campgrounds just for this reason. that sucks, hope it's not too bad and you get it fixed completely asap ❤
We spent a few days boondocking near the badlands np this week, and upon driving down the dirt path and into town I noticed 3 of the screws that holds our door frame to the motorhome had sheared off. So I ended up fixing it in the parking lot for Wall Drugs oversized vehicles by the railroad tracks in Wall, SD.
Sorry to hear that, but not too bad of a location to get a little work done! We can't wait to get Clementine up to the Dakotas 😍
You might want to check Safty rules/laws for the access door “key”. If you notice regular RVs have a latch without a key so that it can be quickly opened and accessed … Look up a RV parts and sale department ( they are all over the country) and replace they keyed lock to a non key … easy peasy to change. Keep the lock AND key in your fuse and spare light drawer etc. You will be able to use it on other doors.
Could you line the bottom of that pump area with Tyvek or something waterproof to create a pan for it?
When staying at a rest area you should park where the semi trucks are!
Hey guys LOVE YOUR VIDEOS you both are so awesome : ) I'm sure lots of people learn from you and follow your techniques so I have one thing to mention with total kindness and good intentions: You drilled METAL and poured BLEACH like 3 inches from your face but forgot to buy safety glasses when you were at Home Depot lol. Eye protection is such an important consideration when doing work that could cause an injury. Imagine an aluminum shaving or drop of bleach ruining your day or worse. Had to say it- Keep up the adventures and fun videos! ❤
I’m glad you’re getting it all taken care of. Sorry you’re having to deal with it. But at least you got tacos and Topo Chico? I love that stuff - have you seen the hard seltzer Topo Chico?!
Very true! And we have have! We're such suckers for seltzers (and topo chico)...we've probably tried them all by now 😅
If I understood you correctly, water is backflowing through the outlet of the pump, and causing problems? An easy solution would be to mount a check valve just after the pump so that the valve stops the water before it reaches the pump. This is a fairly common thing to use in eg. pump wells, to make sure the pump doesn't keep pumping the same water again and again.
That propane access turned out great! I thought maybe a water detector alarm would be helpful in that area. My husband said some people put a tray there...
Hahaha! I really thought you were buying all that stuff! Good One! Cheers from Sweden.
Definitely rent a dehumidifier when/if possible for a couple of days to dry out the insides of your RV. Otherwise, great job!!!!