OUTSTANDING video, Jenn! We just picked up our 2020 T@b 320s BD last week and will be “driveway camping” while we learn all the systems. Our first outing will be at Delaware SP in Ohio the first weekend in October, so I appreciate the set-up tips. 🥰
@@JennGroverPhotography Just reserved a spot for the Fall Get Together at Mount Gilead SP. Sorry I’ll miss meeting you, but I look forward to your videos from your trip out west 😉
I had a 400 and sold it because I wanted a smaller foot print then after car camping for a while I decided I needed a tiny home and bought a 320 and love it just for me. Good video.
If you're using one of those surge protectors, be sure to lock it to the post with a cable lock. Also, if you're staying hooked up to your tow vehicle, be sure to unplug your light wiring connection, so you don't drain your car battery.
Not bad for the first time backing up. Betsey you will get better the more you do it and there will still be bad and good days. When I turn the propane on at the tank I like to light a burner on the stove top to fill the lines with propane before turning the Alde system on. May not be necessary, but I like to do that.
I'm scared! I will be starting brand new, like i have no clue about any of any of any of annnnyyyy of it..but, i know i want to go out adventuring next year when my apt lease is up Nov 2023..i am studying now! Things i do know: i need to upgrade me Jeep Renegade to a Jeep Cherokee...I def want a TAB 320S....that's all i know for now! will be subscribing to your channel and chkng out all your info Jenn! woohooo...i cannot frikkin wait! I sure would luv to join you ladies sometime..
Love the vid, as always. For us a sticky point always was (and is) unlatching the coupler. Sometimes if you need to correct the level too much (more than one block) it's best to release the coupler lock before. Also make sure to keep it greased up as part of ongoing maintenance!
Great tips! It's true, weight forward on the hitch makes it tough to unhook.I went with a greaseless ball to avoid the extra grease, but I will use a little white lithium on the coupler.
From the video of the newbie backing in, don't back so far into the site that your rear stabilizers will land partly atop or be impeded by the curb that is often at the back of the site although it's not such a big issue even if they do. Also, after pulling forward of your spot and before backing in straighten out your wheel. It is only from a position of straight wheels that someone new to backing in will be able to accurately determine in what direction and how much to turn your wheel. (I like the hands on 4 and 8 o'clock method, with bringing the right hand on 4 counterclockwise toward the top if you need to turn the trailer to the right or the left hand on 8 clockwise toward to the top if your need to turn the trailer to the left, and then the key being bringing your hand back towards its original position once the trailer has turned most of the desired way so that your TV follows and straightens out with the trailer as you continue backing in.)
I parked at the wrong site, once. I was tired. It was during Covid when every other site was closed off. I got a knock on the door in the middle of the night. The ranger made me move, even though I was a 70-year-old lady in her p.j.s.
I am always more than happy to let people help me set up, lol, especially if it is hot. Backing up, no, I can do that from the comfort of the AC in my Jeep. 😁
Good job on the backing, but there was no reason to pull completely onto the grass. CHOCKS!!! Did she chock the trailer? Did she have the power on at the pedestal when she plugged the power cord into her camper? That is a no no.
Thanks for stopping by and Inappreciate your concern but not all details were included due to length. She was checked and we followed all safety precautions.
Hello - thanks for the great video. I'm on the verge of purchasing a 400 Boondock. I've gotten conflicting advice on a weight distribution hitch from both the T@B forums and from dealers. It looks like Betsey has a WDH on her vehicle. Would you be able to provide me with what brand that is and if it was installed by the dealer she got it from or by an RV Svc Center? Thanks for any help you can provide!
I am not 100% sure if Betsey would recommend one or not. What does your tow vehicle manual say you should do? That is first place you should consult. If it recommends once work woth your dealer to have one installed. If it does not, I would try without, first. You can always add one after the fact!
Sorry for the follow up - what year T@B is Betsey's - just trying to compare weights and tongue weights for differences, if any. I'll be towing with a 2021 Toyota Highlander, so a slightly less beefy TV than she has and am looking to purchase a 2021 T@B 400 Boondock.
@@JennGroverPhotography Thanks for your reply - I'll keep checking. What I've been told by a dealer is the Nucamp trailers should not use a WDH as it can damage their Aframe (?). At most it should just be a sway bar - a single one, not two bars like you would normally see. I'm very confused on this!
These scene of a woman backing up her trailer into aprking space, assisted by a committee of other women giving bad advice, reinforced negative stereotyes of women drivers. This video is sexist.
Thanks for watching! We don't take ourselves too seriously, and all have great memories from this week. I am sorry you saw something in it that wasn't there.
OUTSTANDING video, Jenn! We just picked up our 2020 T@b 320s BD last week and will be “driveway camping” while we learn all the systems. Our first outing will be at Delaware SP in Ohio the first weekend in October, so I appreciate the set-up tips. 🥰
Congrats! Hopefully you can join the OH-PA group for a future event!
@@JennGroverPhotography Just reserved a spot for the Fall Get Together at Mount Gilead SP. Sorry I’ll miss meeting you, but I look forward to your videos from your trip out west 😉
I had a 400 and sold it because I wanted a smaller foot print then after car camping for a while I decided I needed a tiny home and bought a 320 and love it just for me. Good video.
That was some great back up assistance! LOL got the job done!
We love your videos, Jenn!
Women helping women. Love Girls’ Weekends!!! 💜🌸
Oh I'm still trying to get comfortable backing up. I love Girl's week! Great video!
If you're using one of those surge protectors, be sure to lock it to the post with a cable lock. Also, if you're staying hooked up to your tow vehicle, be sure to unplug your light wiring connection, so you don't drain your car battery.
Good additions!
This is the most helpful video I have seen on the internet!!! I am even more excited about my T@G after watching this and finding you ❤❤❤
Glad it was helpful. Thanks for stopping by!
Another very informative and important video! Thank you Jenn!
Thabk you, Dawn!
Not bad for the first time backing up. Betsey you will get better the more you do it and there will still be bad and good days. When I turn the propane on at the tank I like to light a burner on the stove top to fill the lines with propane before turning the Alde system on. May not be necessary, but I like to do that.
I'm scared! I will be starting brand new, like i have no clue about any of any of any of annnnyyyy of it..but, i know i want to go out adventuring next year when my apt lease is up Nov 2023..i am studying now! Things i do know: i need to upgrade me Jeep Renegade to a Jeep Cherokee...I def want a TAB 320S....that's all i know for now! will be subscribing to your channel and chkng out all your info Jenn! woohooo...i cannot frikkin wait! I sure would luv to join you ladies sometime..
Thank you.
Love the vid, as always. For us a sticky point always was (and is) unlatching the coupler. Sometimes if you need to correct the level too much (more than one block) it's best to release the coupler lock before. Also make sure to keep it greased up as part of ongoing maintenance!
Great tips! It's true, weight forward on the hitch makes it tough to unhook.I went with a greaseless ball to avoid the extra grease, but I will use a little white lithium on the coupler.
Another tip I thought of: Don't put your stabilizers down before you level!!!
I cut some of the steps not because they aren't important but because of length. Of course she was completely chocked and the power was off. 😁
I love your videos, you give me the confidence I need. Thank you so much.
I am so glad, Karin!
Mashahallah good information.....from pakistan
You girls rock
From the video of the newbie backing in, don't back so far into the site that your rear stabilizers will land partly atop or be impeded by the curb that is often at the back of the site although it's not such a big issue even if they do. Also, after pulling forward of your spot and before backing in straighten out your wheel. It is only from a position of straight wheels that someone new to backing in will be able to accurately determine in what direction and how much to turn your wheel. (I like the hands on 4 and 8 o'clock method, with bringing the right hand on 4 counterclockwise toward the top if you need to turn the trailer to the right or the left hand on 8 clockwise toward to the top if your need to turn the trailer to the left, and then the key being bringing your hand back towards its original position once the trailer has turned most of the desired way so that your TV follows and straightens out with the trailer as you continue backing in.)
Don't forget to use wheel chocks after you are level and before disconnecting from your TV.
Absolutely! It's on the checklist!
@@JennGroverPhotography I LOVE your checklist. Now I don't have to make one of my own!
Great information, Jen, as usual. I'm waiting to hit the road after all this pandemic passes.
A easy tip to back in up trailers is grab the bottom of your steering wheel and turn it the way you want the trailer to go.
Music a bit overwhelming. Tone it down a bit
It might be your device. I double-checked and it is pretty soft.
I parked at the wrong site, once. I was tired. It was during Covid when every other site was closed off. I got a knock on the door in the middle of the night. The ranger made me move, even though I was a 70-year-old lady in her p.j.s.
Oops!
Hi Jenn ! Thanks for all the information you are providing. I have a question, could you set the Tab heather while driving ?
I don't recommend running the Alde on propane while driving as there is no safety setting to shut off the propane if there is a crash.
You know me... I'm a typical man.
Move away - I'll do it for you deary
(Then you flatten my tires at night!)
LOL - You folks rock!
I am always more than happy to let people help me set up, lol, especially if it is hot. Backing up, no, I can do that from the comfort of the AC in my Jeep. 😁
Good job on the backing, but there was no reason to pull completely onto the grass. CHOCKS!!! Did she chock the trailer? Did she have the power on at the pedestal when she plugged the power cord into her camper? That is a no no.
Thanks for stopping by and Inappreciate your concern but not all details were included due to length. She was checked and we followed all safety precautions.
Hello - thanks for the great video. I'm on the verge of purchasing a 400 Boondock. I've gotten conflicting advice on a weight distribution hitch from both the T@B forums and from dealers. It looks like Betsey has a WDH on her vehicle. Would you be able to provide me with what brand that is and if it was installed by the dealer she got it from or by an RV Svc Center? Thanks for any help you can provide!
I am not 100% sure if Betsey would recommend one or not. What does your tow vehicle manual say you should do? That is first place you should consult. If it recommends once work woth your dealer to have one installed. If it does not, I would try without, first. You can always add one after the fact!
Sorry for the follow up - what year T@B is Betsey's - just trying to compare weights and tongue weights for differences, if any. I'll be towing with a 2021 Toyota Highlander, so a slightly less beefy TV than she has and am looking to purchase a 2021 T@B 400 Boondock.
I am not sure what year her T@b is.
@@JennGroverPhotography Thanks for your reply - I'll keep checking. What I've been told by a dealer is the Nucamp trailers should not use a WDH as it can damage their Aframe (?). At most it should just be a sway bar - a single one, not two bars like you would normally see. I'm very confused on this!
@@vhf6916 I highly recommend you try towing it, first and go from there.
That backing up was painful to watch.
Thanks for watching
Where can I find the checklist? I don’t see it here in the comments.
over 4 minutes of 10 minute video, and still nothing set up!
Keep going!
You don’t need a level. A simple soda can will let you know if you are leveled
You do you, friend. I recommend a level.
These scene of a woman backing up her trailer into aprking space, assisted by a committee of other women giving bad advice, reinforced negative stereotyes of women drivers. This video is sexist.
Thanks for watching! We don't take ourselves too seriously, and all have great memories from this week. I am sorry you saw something in it that wasn't there.