The ULTIMATE RV Internet Set Up! (This Is What The Professionals Use)

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  • čas přidán 1. 07. 2023
  • After years of struggling with internet and connectivity on the road, we’ve finally found a solution that ACTUALLY works in ALL situations and scenarios! This is the biggest, baddest, setup out there used by professionals, and in this video, we share with you what we finally did for a steady, reliable internet connection anywhere and everywhere!
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Komentáře • 217

  • @oldfartsadventure
    @oldfartsadventure Před 11 měsíci +39

    This is wonderful but probably beyond the reach of most full timers, not to mention those of us who are retired and go out for a few months at a time. Connectivity is important to me, but when you add up the equipment cost, sim plans, and Starlink it become way out of our league.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +5

      It’s certainly not for everyone! We’ve had several situations where we didn’t have the connectivity needed to be online for work (and uploading videos for y’all). For us, this is the best setup to accomplish our goals. We just wanted to show what is possible for those that need reliable internet on the road.

    • @oldfartsadventure
      @oldfartsadventure Před 11 měsíci +2

      @@GratefulGlamper mission accomplished.

    • @RickandDarcirvadventures
      @RickandDarcirvadventures Před 11 měsíci +14

      Not for $7,749.

    • @scotth364
      @scotth364 Před 10 měsíci +2

      @@RickandDarcirvadventuresand out dated in just a few years

    • @GROGU123
      @GROGU123 Před 8 měsíci +2

      Starlink can be paused at any time. You only pay for months when you’re on the road.

  • @grahamjgreen
    @grahamjgreen Před 10 měsíci +8

    I realize everyone's needs are different (it's just me for example), but I've lived full-time on the road for two and a half years. I work in IT as a DevOps engineer and use a combination of a VIsible account with the sim card in a Netgear M1 router and an external antenna (not a cell booster), and Starlink (which I added 12 months ago so I could get more remote). Even with being throttled to 5Mbs on Visible (although that's about to change with their network upgrade), not once have not I been able to get my work done, including joining daily Teams meetings. It boggles my mind that some people need to spend thousands of dollars on equipment and cell providers.

  • @currybryan1
    @currybryan1 Před 7 měsíci +3

    We’ve had the peplink BR1 5G router for 6 or 8 months with the external pep wave antenna along with the High performance Starlink dish. We absolutely love it. I work from remote and this setup allows us to go on long haul trips well before retirement.
    The BR1 only allows hot failover of one cell provider but does support up to two providers with manual failover. We have Starlink and Verizon set up in a bond for my work and are considering adding T-Mobile home so the it can be added as a third bond member using WiFi over wan. We’ve not needed it so far but it’s a low cost option if needed.
    We went the BR1 5G as it did all we needed but was less than half the cost of the BR2.

  • @campingpupsrv
    @campingpupsrv Před 11 měsíci +2

    Thanks for sharing this!!! I think "how to get internet on the road' is one of the biggest questions after people learn all the basics of RVing. We have done a lot of the basics on our channel, but have not figured out what internet solution is best for us yet. This will be very helpful in our journey (both as RVers and new creators). Always enjoy your videos and find them a great help. Look forward to hearing more as you put your new setup to the test!!! Have a great summer!!

  • @EndlessRVing
    @EndlessRVing Před 11 měsíci +4

    Very nice install. We also do the modem with roof mounted antennae. The sky is the limited on setup up and you are at the top of the food chain right now.
    Thanks for sharing

  • @gailjohnson6670
    @gailjohnson6670 Před 14 dny

    Thank you. Blessings to you.

  • @kimreis7711
    @kimreis7711 Před 8 měsíci

    I'm the same way about holes in the roof but these are professionals. What a great internet system!

  • @WillCulbertsonIT
    @WillCulbertsonIT Před 11 měsíci +11

    Looks like a great package for long haul travelers. Glad to see someone doing this sort of thing to combine different carriers into a single package. Hope to hear how it works for you long term!

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +2

      So far so good! We’ve been using it for about a month now.

    • @mrmotofy
      @mrmotofy Před 2 měsíci

      PEPLINK has been around for quite a while. These guys just install em

  • @jenniesjourney6780
    @jenniesjourney6780 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Charity - I would feel exactly the same way as you about drilling holes in the roof. Ben - thanks for the new vocabulary word "auto-magically"!

  • @jeffsteele1295
    @jeffsteele1295 Před 11 měsíci +12

    wow seems like a massive installation . We got the T-Mobile High Speed internet Gateway the home version. We have had it for a little over 1 year and been from Washington State to Arizona with no problems whatsoever ! We so far have always had a connection and the lowest speed from 50 to 70 MPS and up to 240 MBS. The cost around $50 and it is sent to you in one box a wireless unit with not wholes or network wires really needed. If we every get to a place where it does not work I will post it , but has not happened as of now. I do not have any kind of a cell or wifi booster of any kind.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +3

      Thanks! I do tend to overcomplicate things :) (Ben) But it has been working very well for our family! I wouldn’t do anything differently based on our family travel mobile internet needs. Charity can work from the road on our entire trip and not lose connectivity. And, the kids can be streaming on their devices without issues during a travel day. T-Mobile has been great for us as well, but hasn’t been bulletproof. Definitely let me know your experience in the future. I’ve had times where connectivity wasn’t great or was non existent (even with T-Mobile). Having a mix of the connections bonded together has worked great for us.

    • @SuperSeanpool
      @SuperSeanpool Před 9 měsíci +1

      I wonder if anybody in Ukraine was worried about the connectivity of their smart thermostat in their recreational vehicle????? 🤔

    • @smeacraptor6641
      @smeacraptor6641 Před 14 dny

      ​@@SuperSeanpool 🙄 Who tf cares?

  • @danielspiegel5929
    @danielspiegel5929 Před 8 měsíci

    The koolaid is delicious. Great setup, I love it. Peplink is excellent to work with. Reliability and stability like they said. We don’t RV full time and I hated dealing with connection issues. Bam!!! It’s now fixed.

  • @XCX237
    @XCX237 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I would have starlink. I like the fact that starlink you can do yourself. No need for an expensive installer.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 9 měsíci +1

      We have Starlink as a back up and it plugs into the peplink set router - no need to change WiFi routers

  • @raresubstance
    @raresubstance Před 3 měsíci

    Been looking at Peplink for my semi,
    Glad someone else is the gini’ pig lol
    Thank You for posting 😅

  • @rickfranklin1933
    @rickfranklin1933 Před 10 měsíci

    Nice set up for you, Glad it is working out. 1 question why are there so many antennas again, which ones for what?

  • @robertstekeur6695
    @robertstekeur6695 Před 8 měsíci

    glad you have such deep pockets

  • @neatlydonelife
    @neatlydonelife Před 10 měsíci +2

    That sounds so good for a family that spends hours driving, and everyone needs to do some screen time, and your navigation stays online. I don't know why people have had problems with you not having a TV for the family. I'm turning 46, and while growing up, there were times my family didn't have a TV, and that was before the smaller screens of today.😂 OH, and I like Ben's new word 'automagic' . It should be a thing if it's not all ready.

  • @daydreamer0923
    @daydreamer0923 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Awesome. Love it. TU. 👍🙂

  • @drteletubby
    @drteletubby Před 11 měsíci +5

    "Is it overkill?"
    "Yes, slightly."
    "Great let's get started."

  • @pan6593
    @pan6593 Před 7 měsíci

    Crim dilla crim.
    Sorry, couldn‘t resist.
    But the video is very informative and combines all the options - great!

  • @lovesdoggies1481
    @lovesdoggies1481 Před 6 měsíci

    Love it guys ..

  • @stevesmith9173
    @stevesmith9173 Před 11 měsíci +1

    As a whole, very impressed with your internet solution. That being said, @18.19 min. in, you'd displayed a picture of your beautiful RV with your Jeep connected. On the back of your Jeep is a bike carrier, with bikes, and... bike cover. Because we have a similar situation/setup, I'm *hoping* that you have some auxiliary lighting solution for your braking and turn signals (the bikes will partially block your taillights and the bik cover(s) will definitly hinder vision of your Jeep's taillights...

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      We have since revised our set up a little bit yes, we always make sure there is a clear view of the Jeep tail lights with the bikes

  • @jimedwards2621
    @jimedwards2621 Před měsícem

    Charity & Ben,
    I have watched a number of your videos over the past few months and I genuinely enjoy and appreciate the content that you provide. Thanks so much for sharing all the info that you have and for helping those who pursue the RV lifestyle, in whatever form, to do so intelligently.
    In this video on your new internet setup, 1) I am genuinely happy that you found a solution for your connectivity issues and shared it but 2) feel that this content was so short on useful information that it was, more or less, a marketing video for West Networks. Those of us wanting information on solving internet connectivity issues would like to know details, such as what equipment was used and the overall and component costs of the setup. If, for instance, you used the BR2 Peplink, why that device as compared to others offered? Which antennas were used and were they all cellular, or some wifi, etc.? Why were there 4 of them? What other equipment, if any, is necessary but not shown here?
    I suspect cost was avoided in order to not sticker shock some looking at these solutions, but it would be easy enough to say "This system is sized for full-timer, high-availability and higher bandwidth needs and costs approximately $xxxxx as installed, but there are many other solutions available depending on your needs and your spending thresholds. Contact West Networks for more info." West Networks could have possibly mentioned some less-robust options that are available.
    You have always, in your other videos, entertainingly given the whys and wherefores, along with how to get the best bang for the buck. It is what makes your channel so helpful and fun to watch. I was disappointed that this one outing deviated from that format. Nonetheless, I look forward to seeing you both in upcoming videos and, just maybe, one day running into you on the road.
    Jim

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před měsícem

      Thanks so much for the feedback, we appreciate it and thanks for watching. Maybe we will see you out there sometime!

  • @lrobie123
    @lrobie123 Před 11 měsíci +1

    top notch info. Mortons on the Move have a nice internet setup too

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Thanks! Us nerds love redundancy :) - Ben

    • @lrobie123
      @lrobie123 Před 11 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper RV manufacturers should make your 5G and router setup design a factory install option. Definitely a mature product solution you have

  • @StuGo1013
    @StuGo1013 Před 11 měsíci

    Good luck with this new system!

  • @WingmanNation
    @WingmanNation Před 11 měsíci

    Fantastic! I think it’s awesome! Good luck 😊… Lisa

  • @Colkillswitch
    @Colkillswitch Před měsícem

    A very informative video that re-enforces other videos we have seen, thank you. I may be off base with my comment, but thought I would ask. We have watched several CZcams RV folks and we realize that "multiple RV internet solutions including cell and Starlink are best" and that "Pepwave routers with fusion, bonding and smoothing are the best". Many folks do RV trips that are months, but don't have the resources that many of the RV CZcams folks have (the setup you just showed is over $1500 initially and monthly a BUNCH). We are about to do a four month trip from New Mexico to Montana, and just need internet to do a little online work (connecting with a company server to login and do a little work) and streaming some videos. If we have a few stops that don't have connectivity, it is not the end of the world. We don't boon dock and stay at RV camps and resorts. What should we use?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před měsícem

      Either t-mobile or Verizon in your case is probably best.

  • @gfaucett
    @gfaucett Před měsícem

    I need to know where to purchase that Starlink bulkhead plug. That is awesome.

  • @casper3438
    @casper3438 Před 9 měsíci

    What cell service are you using and the monthly cost? What do you request from the carrier? Sim card like for an IPad data only?

  • @PolyQueerNomad
    @PolyQueerNomad Před 11 měsíci

    Wow o__o That's so cool. But, also... Dang... I'm sure it's so much with all those cellphone carriers

  • @chronicposer
    @chronicposer Před 11 měsíci +1

    Damn.. that is hardcore!

  • @danandfaith
    @danandfaith Před 10 měsíci +1

    What size are the junction boxes? They look to be 12” square. Curious what manufacturer.

  • @troya2od
    @troya2od Před 10 měsíci

    Curious to which bulkhead connector the used for the Starlink passthru

  • @terryvaller8129
    @terryvaller8129 Před 4 měsíci

    Fantastic series you guys love it… one question was to see the cost breakdown as I’m a little confused as to what providers you ended up with, so a cost per month breakdown would be good, providers, hardware, installation, others could then add in other providers, I will be on the road in 2024 I’m buying a 40’ Monoco Kight and being a bit of a ‘techy’ I wanted to see what’s out there for a solution, cheer, keep up the great work, Terry

  • @monkeyd2285
    @monkeyd2285 Před 8 měsíci

    I love this but do you need star link for it to work

  • @Gunnerking88
    @Gunnerking88 Před 10 měsíci

    🔥🔥🔥 I liked and subbed ❤

  • @halliard1117
    @halliard1117 Před 11 měsíci

    I have been looking at various options and Peplink model you showed is one. I'm not sure why all the antennas as they have a single antenna that will work with that unit. It looks as if they set you up with antennas, and it suggests that there are multiple modems feeing the Peplink unit. But you showed using the four sim cards as being placed into the Peplink unit. That unit is a few grand, so pricey. There are more reasonable options for the general user that isn't working on the road. Yes, they may lose bonding or require swapping cards and do need more user interaction.That is not seamless. Last I remember is there was a license fee for the speed fusion too. Thought that was a renewable thing, but I could be mistaken.
    If I am able to move into the IT only (currently I am a mix breed of electronics with high demand on the onsite IT support), then this would be worth the extra costs as I will be remotely accessing networks, etc. Also, I am looking at the mobile Starlink ($250 a month service plan) and fabricating an easy-to-remove antenna platform. That way if trees are blocking the roof, it is a simple unlatching and using adapters like you showed, change it to a mobile mount.

  • @tomandmissynortham9683
    @tomandmissynortham9683 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Looks awesome. Did this void your FlexArmor warranty or did you just take it back and have them respray that area? I'm getting our rig sprayed as I type this and I'm curious about having the ability to add things to the roof. Thanks Great video and information.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      We just took it back to have them spray the solar panel brackets and around the boxes and the lifetime warranty still remains. That is another reason we love the spray on roof from FlexArmor!

    • @tomandmissynortham9683
      @tomandmissynortham9683 Před 11 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper awesome news!! Thank you

  • @JordanCait
    @JordanCait Před 10 měsíci +1

    Hey guys, this is a great video. Now that you have had the product installed and running for a while, how happy are you with it and what do you wish you did differently?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci

      No regrets! For example, we’ve been boondocking for the week in WI and several people in our group have mentioned having issues with their internet with the amount of people here - we’ve been blazing along!

  • @robertnasser9937
    @robertnasser9937 Před 11 měsíci

    I have Starlink, Att, Verizen and t-mobile.

  • @MysticalDragon73
    @MysticalDragon73 Před 11 měsíci

    Internet is my biggest concern with full time stationary rv living. Its why ive hesitated with jumping into it. However I like the idea of not having to pack when my job changes location

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      It is one of the biggest challenges while living the RV life, which is why we went this route so we do not have issues again in the future. Reliability is important for us and is a must and this gives us the flexibility we need for our travel needs.

  • @mjmlcmaolcom
    @mjmlcmaolcom Před 11 měsíci +2

    Can you explain more detail why you chose 2 different size antennas and white vs black? What are the differences between these antennas? Do you need a separate antennas for each sim in the peplink?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      The color was mainly because that is what they had in stock at the time and I wasn’t needing any certain color. All four of them do Cellular (either two LTE connections or one 5G connection per antenna), all of them do GPS, but we only use it from one of them (and a second one is there as a backup, but we cut the rest of the GPS wires) and the big one also does WiFi so we have a great signal inside the rig and outside. The Mobility 40G is the smaller one, 42G is the bigger one. Let me know if you have any other questions, and you can also get free advice based on your set up at buypeplink.com. You can call them at 352-316-7701. Great people!

    • @TheFirearmada
      @TheFirearmada Před 11 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper I had this question as well and just want to clarify how you are using the Antennas. As each antenna has 4 LTE cables and MAX BR2 Pro has 8 LTE inputs. Why only use half of each antenna? You stated that 2 LTE per or 1 5G so are you only plugging in 2 connecters per Antenna? Just a little confused on that part of the install. Great setup tho.

  • @40motomike
    @40motomike Před 10 měsíci +1

    St. Pete here

  • @Michael-sx6zq
    @Michael-sx6zq Před 11 měsíci

    Where did you get the weather proof connection for the outside wall of your rig ?

  • @sirlancelot777
    @sirlancelot777 Před 10 měsíci

    Hey guys- watched your video and are scheduled for the same setup this Wednesday with Peplink. We will be traveling (mostly) in the west (TX to Ca)- Do you have a recommendation for the best three carriers? Thinking AT&T, Teen Mobile, and Verizon

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci +1

      We have t-mobile, ATT and Verizon and add Starlink if needed (area with zero cell service)

  • @brianingle1962
    @brianingle1962 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I just looked up the price for full installation 😳, That along with the Guaranteed Divorce would be expensive. Glad to see there is options for those that need it though.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Yeah, it’s not for everyone, but those that need reliability for working from the road like us, this is one of the best setups out there. We’ve been very happy with it and wish we would have done it sooner.

  • @teresaworthley2368
    @teresaworthley2368 Před 11 měsíci +1

    So, from what I can gather…the set up is basically “antennas/signal tools” along with connections for the already existing multiple hotspots or Starlink. You pay for the set up & wiring but still use the multiple monthly services.
    Overall, what does something like this cost and how many different services (hotspots) do we need??

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      This was what we ended up going with for hardware and you can find the cost here. gratefulglamper.com/ultimateinternet We pay monthly for the service from the carriers. We’ve paused Starlink and activate it only when we need it. T-mobile has given us great speeds, ATT and Verizon have given us the reliability we need. With all of them bonded together using Peplinks speed fusion, it allows us to work from the road without worry.

  • @martinshankle4811
    @martinshankle4811 Před 11 měsíci +1

    1. Just curious about the antennas, why 4, isn’t there a hi gain that will support a 5g dual modem? Think I heard 11 in one antenna.
    2. AND, what was the connect that was run on top of the roof to the back? Lot of noise around here, may have missed it.
    Very informative and thank you for making this video

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      I added a few extra antennas to improve signal on the WI-FI Hotspots I had in addition to the sims (for example for the Project Genisis (Dish) Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro as WAN connections to the Peplink Br2. The connection running to the back is the shielded Starlink cable that allows me to connect to the peplink up front. I have the Starlink router in bridge mode. I hope that answers your question! :) -Ben

    • @martinshankle4811
      @martinshankle4811 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Great idea! Thanks for the reply

  • @cherylwmh6543
    @cherylwmh6543 Před 11 měsíci

    So if I am in an area with no cell reception, this won't work right? Mainly for areas with cell reception?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      It will work because we have Starlink also. Starlink also connects up to the router to ensure you are covered in all situations :)

  • @JohnBraman413
    @JohnBraman413 Před 16 dny

    do they do the install for boats also?

  • @woodruffmd
    @woodruffmd Před 11 měsíci

    Just to see if I have this right. This system combines/connects all your services for seamless connection. This is just for equipment, not services. Those are separate through the cell carriers and starlink?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Correct, the service itself is through the carriers and Starlink

  • @madean59
    @madean59 Před 10 měsíci

    Minus the cost for installation & equipment, if you don't mind, what is the total monthly for your internet service (Version/AT&T/T-Mobile/Starlink)?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci

      With Starlink around $250, without Starlink about $150 cheaper - we only add Starlink when needed and don’t have it “turned on” all the time.

  • @bobs4103
    @bobs4103 Před 11 měsíci

    Thanks for the video. Would you mind sharing your monthly costs for Internet access?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Our monthly costs are around $80 without Starlink activated.

    • @bobs4103
      @bobs4103 Před 11 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper That's really good. What plan do you have?

  • @sadlk2009
    @sadlk2009 Před 10 měsíci

    So, do you need to have a service plan of some kind with all the cell phone companies for this, or is it a service on its own that piggybacks (or roams) off of those carriers?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci +1

      You’ll need to get a plan with the carriers directly

    • @sadlk2009
      @sadlk2009 Před 10 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper What kind of a plan would we ask for when we go to the store or call? (Thank you)

  • @amypletcher4411
    @amypletcher4411 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Do you have to pay for a subscription to all the cell phone services or can you just use one service?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci

      It depends on your needs. If you aren’t dependent on internet for work, then one might suffice (you can also get the smaller router). But if you are like us who needs reliable connectivity for working on the road, it’s best to have multiple carriers and the BR2 router like we have.

  • @tladoux
    @tladoux Před 8 měsíci +1

    And the monthly cost is?

  • @nanlindstrom8352
    @nanlindstrom8352 Před 4 měsíci

    Hi-how is the new internet service working for you? We are full-time RVers and I also need to have a dependable internet. We have contacted West Networks to have an install. I video conference, stream, etc. for my work. Any issues you have run into? Thank you. We love your channel😊
    Nan Lindstrom-M&N’s Retirement Tour.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 4 měsíci +1

      It’s working great and we love it (stilll)! I’m sure West Networks will get you guys hooked up!

    • @nanlindstrom8352
      @nanlindstrom8352 Před 4 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper -awesome! Thank you.

  • @canwelook
    @canwelook Před 3 měsíci

    If your income relies on certainty of connectivity then OK. But in our RV on the road wandering around Australia, we pay a tiny fraction of the cost and extremely rarely have any connectivity problem.

  • @dianadery5037
    @dianadery5037 Před 11 měsíci

    Do you still need star link? I just watched the part where it’s still being used? Confused

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Yes, We have the Starlink roam plan for RVers as a backup option In the case the cellular connections aren’t the best. If I’m in a place where all cell connections aren’t the best, I can activate Starlink. I have it setup to where I can just plug it in the side of the rv and it’s ready to go. I can also activate it for a month if I want to add to my current connections to give me more speed/reliability. It’s all about having more reliable options for us since we work from the road. Right now we have it activated where we are and also have decent cell coverage for Tmoble, AT&T and Verizon and I’m getting 243 down and 104 upload speeds.

    • @dianadery5037
      @dianadery5037 Před 11 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper thank you for clarifying

  • @nedawilmhoff3599
    @nedawilmhoff3599 Před 11 měsíci

    I’m wondering why you are keeping Starlink with the new system and the hotspots? Are these just antennas?

    • @bojangles3147
      @bojangles3147 Před 11 měsíci

      Pretty much, still looks like they are dependent on towers for cellular. Gotta think think it’s only a different channel or megahertz and how long until it’s busy to.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      We do have Starlink Roam (you can pause and unpause service) as a backup that we can activate as an option if all carriers aren't working well (like we experienced in Page Arizona, lol). The cord you saw installed on the side of the rig is to plug in the Starlink if needed. This connection goes to the router in a Wan ethernet port on the Peplink device which allows us to add it to the mix of connections for better reliability/speed via SpeedFusion if needed. However, I foresee us keeping Roam paused most of the time unless we need the extra boost or reliability for a month during a project.

  • @stevedenoyer5956
    @stevedenoyer5956 Před 11 měsíci

    What if you’re not working from the road? Is it over kill for retired folks just traveling and wanting to connect?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Probably unless you need a solid connection consistently. One of the smaller Peplink routers would be better for you.

  • @cheapreviews0
    @cheapreviews0 Před 11 měsíci

    Need a link to that Star link bulkhead connector !!!!!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!

  • @alfa8822
    @alfa8822 Před 11 měsíci

    Do you have to pay for multiple cellular phone/data plans for each carrier? That would be expensive!

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      We do, however it’s critical for us working from the road to have reliable internet and having multiple carriers will give the reliability. We haven’t had an issue with getting connected since we’ve implemented this new set up.

  • @douglaskarpf481
    @douglaskarpf481 Před 11 měsíci +4

    what is the total cost for your project?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Here is the setup we installed on our rig gratefulglamper.com/ultimateinternet

  • @veredaleware145
    @veredaleware145 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I bet it's dbi and not dbd, anything is better than a rubber duck on a router but when I hear 7db gain I'm thinking that's close to 3.5 dbd gain witch is more real world gain and not a computer simulation, don't get me wrong but 3.5 dbd or 7 dbi is still really good gain for an omni

  • @robsonline6764
    @robsonline6764 Před 11 měsíci

    Does this void your Flex Armor warranty since you drilled into your roof?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      No because we took it back to RV Roof to have it resprayed over the mounts

    • @robsonline6764
      @robsonline6764 Před 10 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper That is good to know. We are about to have our Flex Armor done on our 5th wheel due to roof damage, but want to have solar installed in the next year or so. Thanks!!

  • @GratefulGlamper
    @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +3

    Enjoyed this video? Subscribe for more! → link.gratefulglamper.com/subscribe
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    Use Coupon Code GratefulGlamper to get 10% off the same setup we installed in our Rig.
    gratefulglamper.com/ultimateinternet Install it yourself or have @WestNetworksLLC install it for you!

    • @dontwantnospam
      @dontwantnospam Před 11 měsíci +1

      what about the cost of your project or was it comped?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci

      Here are the details of our install and a few options for different RVers travel style. gratefulglamper.com/ultimateinternet

  • @LuvMyCardiKids
    @LuvMyCardiKids Před 10 měsíci +2

    So much overkill for the regular traveler. I worked from home and never had problems just using a hot spot after consulting a coverage and signal strength map. I always made sure before making a reservation that where I wanted to stay would give me the service I needed to be able to work.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci +2

      It’s not for everyone but for those who need a reliable connection it’s a good solution

    • @LuvMyCardiKids
      @LuvMyCardiKids Před 9 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper so is a regular old cell phone hot spot in a covered area.

    • @courtenayblair2279
      @courtenayblair2279 Před 9 měsíci

      The reason it's not an issue for you is because you limit your travels to where you have signal and there's nothing wrong with that...but that's not the case for everyone. The antenna gives you better coverage in remote areas. Peplink gives you the ability to use cellular, satellite or copper, or WIFI as WAN to feed your network so you aren't reliant on one uplink. You can bond those uplinks for faster speeds. There's more but basically, hotspots are fine if you're ok with network limitations or work arounds. Network are more reliable and consistent but costly.

  • @tinacathey8241
    @tinacathey8241 Před 10 měsíci

    I have RV with a satellight dish, no starlink, no hot spots live in remote areas and never lost connection.
    You buy the satellight dish, you pay a monthly fee and you never have to worry. How is this different?

  • @richardmarshall2229
    @richardmarshall2229 Před 10 měsíci

    Can you give a price breakdown of the install, the cost of the equipment, and the cost per month?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci

      The cost per month depends on which carriers and plans you choose. You can use whatever plans you’re already using if you have a plan with a cell provider. For the install and equipment breakdown, it’s all listed at the link in the description. buypeplink.com/

  • @Corkyz
    @Corkyz Před 11 měsíci

    How expensive was this system and how many cell providers do you subscribe to?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Here is the system we put in. gratefulglamper.com/ultimateinternet We have Verizon, T-Mobile, ATT, Project Genisis (as a $20/month hotspot we take with us). We have Starlink roam that we only activate as needed. This setup has been very reliable for us so far.

  • @TerryDensmore
    @TerryDensmore Před 11 měsíci

    I hope it’s better than the last internet you recommended. I’m super excited to know how it works.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      This set up is more about the hardware and less about the “internet” itself. You still have to find/bring an internet service provider to add to the mix.

  • @paulsmaglik5063
    @paulsmaglik5063 Před 7 měsíci

    very expensive upgrade! Nice setup

  • @lovesdoggies1481
    @lovesdoggies1481 Před 6 měsíci

    Yes cost

  • @theMissiHippieGypsies
    @theMissiHippieGypsies Před 11 měsíci

    T-mobile $30/month and works everywhere !! that is what full timers are actually using… no issues, works everywhere, no data limit…

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      It works great in a lot of areas, but we’ve found in our testing, it doesn’t work everywhere.

    • @mrmotofy
      @mrmotofy Před 2 měsíci

      WHAT Tmobile plan?

  • @elsuperpollo2273
    @elsuperpollo2273 Před 11 měsíci

    I would like to, add solar to the roof of my travel trailer. I also get into amateur radio push comes to shove I won't need internet I can use a HF Transceiver and electronic device and send things, data and more.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Very cool!

    • @TheREALJosephTurner
      @TheREALJosephTurner Před 11 měsíci

      I'm also into amateur radio, and I've been considering taking the radio with me while camping. What antenna(s) do you run when you're out? I thought about one of the smaller DX Commanders, but I don't like the idea of using radials at a campsite.

  • @SEANRMZ
    @SEANRMZ Před 11 měsíci

    Sounds awesome, tech is advancing so fast to accommodate the full time rv’er working on the road, but again.. the price is hefty. No thanks I rather be off line when away with family camping.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      It’s great that we now have the options for sure :)

  • @TeeJayG
    @TeeJayG Před 10 měsíci

    But…how much did it cost? Did I miss that somewhere?

  • @NeverAloneNeverAfraid
    @NeverAloneNeverAfraid Před 2 měsíci

    How much was this?

  • @larrysalaz9670
    @larrysalaz9670 Před 10 měsíci

    These boxes need some sort of fairing to improve aerodynamics...
    Otherwise looks like a good solution.

  • @stevendunn264
    @stevendunn264 Před 11 měsíci

    Why not go through the floor and not the roof. Run a conduit down along the ladder like the Starlink pole and come up through the floor and not compromise the
    RV roof?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      The longer wire run the more latency. Shorter run of wiring for the antennas = better speeds. Plus we had the boxes resprayed by RVRoof for weather proofing. (No maintenance will ever be needed).

  • @twbelieves
    @twbelieves Před 11 měsíci

    What’s the cost for this setup

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Here is a link to the Kit we installed on our rig gratefulglamper.com/ultimateinternet

    • @casper3438
      @casper3438 Před 9 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper Lol you sidestep that question very well 🤣

  • @mp455
    @mp455 Před 11 měsíci

    Post speed test results plz

  • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
    @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife Před měsícem

    I dont think your nervousness aboutthe holes are unfounded. it wont leak ...not this year ...but someday it will...so keeep an eye on it . im just talking from the boating/sailing world where water is a constant threat...

  • @ericd8151
    @ericd8151 Před 11 měsíci

    Would love to know the ballpark cost for hardware and installation. Looks good. Thanks!

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Here is the URL with the package we installed is at gratefulglamper.com/ultimateinternet Once you are logged in you will be able to see the pricing and choose the options that would best fit your requirements.

  • @ryanrodriguez70
    @ryanrodriguez70 Před 11 měsíci

    I’m confused how many carriers are you paying for each month?

  • @arodsa8882
    @arodsa8882 Před 5 měsíci

    Cost plz?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 5 měsíci

      Cost varies greatly depending on set up. You can use the link in the description to request a quote

  • @kylepifer9509
    @kylepifer9509 Před 11 měsíci

    Please prepare for any overheating 🥵 get more fire extinguishing equipment!!

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      They have built in heat sinks and are the same equipment used mobile medical and transit buses. I do use a small fan also to keep things cool, but heat hasn’t been an issue so far :)

  • @lukecole8112
    @lukecole8112 Před 5 měsíci

    Why do you need it if you have starlink

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 5 měsíci

      We only use Starlink as needed for remote areas. And sometimes other networks are faster than Starlink depending on the area we are in.

  • @eyecandie2004
    @eyecandie2004 Před 11 měsíci

    How expensive is it?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Here is the package we have gratefulglamper.com/ultimateinternet

  • @nicholaswilliams5587
    @nicholaswilliams5587 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Definitely should have flat mounted the starlink so it’s permanently on there and u don’t have to set it up all the time.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      I’ve been thinking about it and also converting it to 12v dc.

    • @nicholaswilliams5587
      @nicholaswilliams5587 Před 11 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper I did that on my kenworth. Cut and mounted flat and converted to 12v. Works great.

    • @kczach4970
      @kczach4970 Před 9 měsíci

      I’ve been running the Starlink for over a year and it’s fast enough for me to online game with. And this is on the version 1 antenna.

    • @nicholaswilliams5587
      @nicholaswilliams5587 Před 9 měsíci

      @@kczach4970 not saying it won’t work, just flat mount is nice because it doesn’t get beat up that way. I don’t game because I have better things to do with my time but I can see that it would work for that.

  • @garyreed354
    @garyreed354 Před 10 měsíci

    Have the dam thing from wingard had this for about 10 years

  • @HeavyJams
    @HeavyJams Před 10 měsíci

    I watched this half way and didn’t catch what problem that this actually solved.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci

      The issue of having multiple network names, having to switch providers over when traveling from one area to another (for example, Verizon works in one area but not another and now turning on t-mobile hot spot instead, having to reprogram our WiFi enabled thermostat every time we change networks, and the list goes on. Now everything is bonded together, switches automatically and more. We do explain this in the video, maybe you didn’t far enough in to see the explanation.

    • @HeavyJams
      @HeavyJams Před 10 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper ok that is pretty cool

  • @saraparent6018
    @saraparent6018 Před 11 měsíci

    So please forgive me if this is a rude question. I have been watching your channel for a few years now, you mention that you and Ben have jobs as you travel. Does that mean that you are working full time for your CZcams channel or do you both have other jobs as well as CZcams? The reason I ask is I would like to travel as well as be able to still work. If you are working other jobs, what are they? I’m not asking what company you work for just the job title.
    Keep up the great work you do for CZcams. I really look forward to all of your videos.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +2

      We’ve been self employed for the past 7 years and we’ve changed businesses a few times in that time frame. We now are professional video and content creators primarily.

    • @TheHungryCubanAdventures
      @TheHungryCubanAdventures Před 11 měsíci

      Ben how many carriers do you have?

    • @saraparent6018
      @saraparent6018 Před 11 měsíci

      @@GratefulGlamper thank you for letting me know.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci +1

      3 plus Starlink

    • @casper3438
      @casper3438 Před 9 měsíci

      @@TheHungryCubanAdventures she said 3 carriers plus Starlink

  • @remote.inspired
    @remote.inspired Před 11 měsíci

    I’m not sure I understand the cost of speed fusion. I’ve been looking into it, as I would like to set mine up for it, but don’t understand how the pricing works. We use about 500GB of data per month. (Mostly download). So would that mean I need the 10TB or 20Tb- and I would get 3 years to use it all up?

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 10 měsíci

      Reach out to West Networks for more info.

    • @currybryan1
      @currybryan1 Před 7 měsíci

      If you don’t need speed fusion for everything (most don’t) you can set up speed fusion with a separate network name and only use it where it’s needed. I only use it for my work laptop and have never used more that the free amount.
      FYI: streaming services not only don’t need speed fusion (they buffer on their own) but some of them don’t like VPN’s and will complain.

  • @M.Lynchian
    @M.Lynchian Před 6 měsíci

    How much that RV cost yo?

  • @joeblow3939
    @joeblow3939 Před 11 měsíci

    Walabot see what's inside your walls before you drill. 👍👍

  • @TomSpurlock
    @TomSpurlock Před 11 měsíci

    I'm sorry, that's the most crude installation I've seen, looks really expensive too. All of the sealant dripping off the wires is just plain ugly. It appears the screws are not stainless, rusting already. My dual mimo antenna with my dual SIM PepWave was a much cleaner installation, which I installed myself, and it works great. The Starlink connector they installed was good though, kudos on that.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Great job on your Peplink install! I’m sure it looks amazing. Btw, That dripping is from the spray on roof material that we sprayed over the boxes to keep things sealed (that’s my main concern). We are very happy with the outcome and have given us some great internet so far.

    • @GratefulGlamper
      @GratefulGlamper  Před 11 měsíci

      Yes

    • @randobot6814
      @randobot6814 Před 11 měsíci

      You're not wrong.

  • @bf3327
    @bf3327 Před 7 měsíci

    Sitting right underneath the high-gain antennas while traveling should help to bake Your Brains in radiation

  • @paulzedeck7448
    @paulzedeck7448 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I've been doing Cybersecurity for over 20 years now and this video just makes me sad. It makes me want to retire as soon as humanly possible because once again THE MOST IMPORTANT part of the installation was NOT COVERED.
    The peplink solution looks great as network edge agrogator but in reviewing the specs the security on it is weak at best. BUT it doesn't have to be because it's mission in life is load balancer, NAG/LAG, and (LOL) proprietary VPN.
    Consider the RV environment vs a residential environment. The RV environment is dynamic and you don't know who is 50 ft from you. Your Class A Coach looks like a tempting target with that star link dish and your peplink MAX BR2 Pro can run DOCKER!!!
    You have basically told the entire internet in this video that your RV can host MALWARE, be a point for man in the middle attacks, and g-d knows what else Docker is supporting these days. (NOTE: Docker doesn't support hacking but like any tool it can be used for good and evil.)
    So PLEASE lock your system down. If your not going to run Python or Docker disable them in the Peplink Os. Make your attack surface as small as possible AND install a firewall between the Peplink and your RV LAN.
    Isolate your WIFI Into a separate VLAN with static routing to only the Peplink. Hardline Cat 5e/6 connections should be on a separate VLAN and routed accordingly. USE MULTI FACTOR authentication for any access to your network that has elevated privileges to make you as frustrating a target as possible so the attacker will move onto the easier ones in the campground.
    If I can get access to Discovery5 or Discovery2.4 by brute forcing my way past the WAP WPA single factor authentication and the admin account(s) on your LAN are equally vulnerable your toast and won't even know it.
    CYBERSECURITY is important not just because attackers want your personal information (that's still a thing) but for the resources and opportunities you provide them to go after bigger targets.
    Or use your bandwidth and server hosting (that's part of what you installed in your RV) to run anything from a porn site to a dark net relay. Your main risk factors are always being on and the operating environment.
    That SpeeedFusion link only protects data in transit between the WAN to Internet to Peplink Cloud POP. Your still vulnerable from internet attacks, the environments you travel, and frankly your own family. Especially kids! Believe me my Son both loves and hates that I work in Cybersecurity.
    The number one priority in the video was "availability". I ask you to consider confidentiality and integrity of your network as other factors that support availability.
    If availability is truly as important as you say then PLEASE take Cybersecurity seriously. If your passing through Colorado I'm more than happy to do a end to end risk assessment with you.
    I also strongly recommend reaching out to ISC(2) to do a video on Cybersecurity with them for the RV community.

  • @michaeladodsworth2749
    @michaeladodsworth2749 Před 10 měsíci

    I would like to know do any other art viewers have experience with the ultrasonic plug in past control devices?? This is a product I recently started using I would like to know do people feel that these are fake do they work what is some good feedback in the comments