Nomad Questioned By Police On A 1700 Mile Trip In My Ambulance Conversion RV
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- čas přidán 10. 09. 2024
- We just made a 1700 mile drive from NY to CO, experiencing great weather and smooth flat roads - until we were approached by a trooper at a rest stop in Iowa. This will go into my story book as one of the strangest occurrences to happen to us while traveling.
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My name is David and with my dog Lefty we live full time in our converted ambulance RV. I made this change to my 'standard' life and you can too! Like, subscribe and comment - Lefty would appreciate it - he wants the adventures to keep coming!
The Campulance is a 2002 Ford E450 Marque Commando 164 Class III ambulance powered by the Ford 7.3l Powerstroke diesel engine and a 4 speed transmission. Lefty is a 65lb Staffordshire Terrier (best I can tell) that came from the Verona Street Animal Shelter in March 2014 at the age of 9 months. We have been living full time in the campulance since July 2019.
Ha Ha!! We made it in the video. 😂 Thanks for the mention. My husband was so glad to meet you along your journey. Safe travels and stay safe.
It was great to meet you both traveling across the midwest!! I hope you two keep the adventures going with a great camper build:) All the best :)
Trooper was probably full of crap about "reports". He's asking you questions to see how you respond because you have out of state plates and your driving a vehicle capable of carrying large amounts of drugs across the country. Lawyer stuff, the more information you voluntarily give, the more information he has to work with to try to find a crime.
was waiting for campulance man to say "i let him inspect inside my rig..." just what cop wanted.....anything to get you give up all your rights. #badcop
@@saltpepper1894 If they never go fishing they'll never catch that big fish.
@@s.willis8426 haha great saying 🤣
@@saltpepper1894 I will not allow anyone in my home... even if it is a truck!
Got a warrant? It is a dwelling!
Great video! We took a 7 week 7000 mile trip in Serenity, our '09 chevy shuttle bus in June/July, did some of the same route. Stopped at the rest area with the windmill blade. Iowa rest stops don't allow outdoor smoking, which isn't so bad if you have a vehicle to smoke in, but if you're on a motorcycle, it sucks. Happy National Doggo Day to Lefty! Every time we stopped, my hound dog Buddy's nose went to the ground instantly, I should have called the trip "Buddy Smells America Tour".
Oh cool, we passed the blade stop cause we'd just stopped but next time we'll make it a point to go there. I didn't know there's no outdoor smoking at them...
Such huge roadways, so much traffic…. Nothing like this in most of Australia, once away from the east coast, Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane corridor. There’s no way I’d feel comfortable to such travelling/touring conditions. Thanks for sharing… stay S.A.F.E.
You get used to it. 😀
I don't like traveling on busy highways either. I will go to a lot of trouble to find ways around them. I'm about to drive halfway across the country in a few months, and I will plan my route ahead of time to avoid highways.
Rule number one I was told by a police officer you do not answer questions. You simply say I'm sorry I do not answer questions if you're pulled over in a vehicle they'll ask you for ID but ask what did I do wrong do not give any information other than your driver's license your insurance and your registration do not answer questions they make a mountain out of the molehill by your answers they create problems they create situations next you know they feel they smell and imaginary smell coming out of your car police are allowed to lie to you it shouldn't be but it is never give any information do not volunteer anything just simply politely say I don't answer questions it's your fifth amendment right
Well said. It's that simple.
We have traveled the Ohio turnpike for around 30 years now. It’s well maintained year round and their rest stops are excellent.
Agreed - they take great care and the stops are really great.
You have the best co pilot with you. Enjoy the journey 😊
It is so great that you and Lefty are back in the saddle and on yr way to new adventures! I love to see how happy he is and hear all yr remarks. Oh, and thanks for the added notations every now and again. Safe travels, David!
Thanks Terri
@@TheCampulanceMan The more info the better in my. opinion. I like to know any nearby town names, attractions of intetest, famous residents and local history about the area etc. Just might be something I didn't know that would pique my curiosity.
largest truck stop on I 80, been there, but now just drive by on my treks across I 80 !!! Love the guy telling you are number one......
#1!!!!!!
Excellent video, Love how excited Lefty gets when he knows he's at his destination. Looks very Beautiful there. Enjoy yourselfs.
Nice riding with you guys. A bit further south and west the Trooper would have been asking how many "guest workers" you had on board. You have done a nice job making the vehicle clearly no longer an ambulance. A few states must still allow people to leave the emergency lights on them, or don't enforce restrictions. Stay safe.
Thanks Don for being with us 🇺🇸
You need a window or two on the side of your camper.
On our journeys we have noticed the non window types are stopped more often than the widowed type.
But love your Vehicle and the interior.
I love Lefty’s front seat nest. He looks so comfy cozy.
I added the pillows after seeing him looking not comfortable. Now he can snooze!!!
Collection bag for invasive bugs. Good video and be safe!
Thank you!
i have seen it first hand at a rest stop that a k9 unit will go on alert without even getting out of the car.
That is unsettling...
When you are a boss dog, with a driver to take care of you, big truck stops aren't impressive, unless they have doggie treats.
Would’ve liked seeing you cook and hanging out in your rig! Maybe not so much road video… Thanks for sharing your travels and Lefty!!!
Beautiful scenery. Walcott Iowa Greatest Truck Stop is huge. Very cold in the winter time walking across the parking lot after a shower! Lots of things to spend money on inside truck stop. Thank you for the scenic drive tour. We live in a beautiful country. Blessings to you.
I have moments when traveling where I'm overwhelmed with the scope of what I'm seeing... and I've only seen a fraction of the country :)
@@TheCampulanceMan I've been thru the same areas many times. Always notice something different. With the change of season or time of day. It amazes me the bravery and stamina the settlers had to venture across to unknown territory.
I imagine that at times and can't fathom how they pushed through, not knowing where they were headed and with no support. Just amazing...
Love the video. Thanks for taking us along!
I always like to stop relatively soon to check everything again. One time I found my steps out. Lol!
Right! I've always got to check myself!
I think if you're in the left lane and someone wants to pass you should move over and let them pass.. That's probably why he did that.. you were going to slow… I hate when people driving a left lane When the faster cars are go in a left lane..left lane is passing lane..
You are so right I hate when people drive in the left lane doing the speed limit.. It really gets to me. hopefully he will read the comment and won't do it again
I was on a long uphill passing trucks, but then one of the trucks pulled onto an exit and I was about to move over into the gap, but the ouckup sped past me. I was already over the speed limit by 5mph. :)
You certainly passed many revenue agents that were parked in the middle of the highways. It is amazing to see the condition of the roadbeds in the different states.
COP : Cashiers On Patrol.
The trooper story starts at the 18:29 mark for those of us who are a little impatient. I will of course watch the rest of the video when my A.D.D. settles down . Happy Trails!
Oh thank you this was the comment I was looking for. I need that part first the rest I'll watch after lol
Just stated the same. Way to long. Night
I used to think driving in Illinois was boring till I discovered Nebraska. Great people. Monotonous driving.
It is flat and... flat. Low stress though which is cool :)
I absolutely love road trips!
(just got back from a 6500 miler maself) :)
big difference between you & me, is I cannot stomach traveling on freeways! It's like a damn racetrack out there! Everyone is doing 80 or even 90 mph's! I don't get what the big hurry is...plus how much more dangerous it is!
We've got all these wonderful electronical distractions that keep us from watching the roads, not to mention the extra fuel consumption it takes to go this fast.
No thanx.
Not for me.
I stick to the old 2-lane highways as much as humanly possible. You travel at a much saner pace, and you still go through small town America. I Love seeing how folks from other parts of the country live. This is indeed a beautiful country we get to live in.
(btw...I too had a dog named 'Lefty' who ran OTR in my semi truck with me for many years, back in the 80's)
Safe and happy travels to both of yous!
I do need to spend more time on 2 lane roads - when I travel them I feel more in touch and its great to run through small towns :)
You might like reading Blue Highways. I read it many years ago, about 30 maybe, can't remember the author think it was a college professor from Missouri and he took a long trip through small towns on backroads following the blue lines on a US travel map through the mid-west if I remember correctly. Anyway I enjoyed it. Seems like maybe it was Steinbeck who wrote Travels with Charley about his US travel adventures with his dog. Also very good imo.
@@erikdahl1293 yep, read and own both of those books.
I have a nice collection of travelogues, including Mark Twain, Bill Bryson, lots of Jules Verne, and more
Woohoo, back in the peace and quiet of the woods. I'm heading back east in a few days maybe I'll see you in passing.
I dig the road trip song selection!
Thank you - I enjoy picking the right music for the videos :)
Me too.
@@TheCampulanceMan I always enjoy the tunes you pick. I'm a big Rogan fan too lol.
The Ohio Turnpike RV spots are great! We learned about them while at the RV Museum in Indiana from a fellow RV owner stopped at the museum. It is nice to be able to get water there also.
They are a good place to easily stop, and usually quiet too:)
We stayed at them twice on the way back from long 52 day trips to the West in 2017 and 2018 hauling our smallish 5th wheel. Enjoyed them both times especially convenient.
A cop will say someone reported/called about this or that just to use as an excuse to talk to you.
Yes, it can rattle one's nerves. I have had one good interaction with a cop, I'm still thankful for him. I was accused of something during an exceedingly stressful time in life back in 06... he sat there with me in my living room where I lived a quiet life alone and listened, and not as a law enforcement officer, but as one with empathy. He understood... he believed me.
I've had a lot of bad interactions, years worth. No... it was nothing within my control, I was much too young. *no reason for detail* I'll admit those years of very bad interactions tainted my overall view of cops, I wish it weren't so.
Listening to the news this morning, hearing the voice and words of a grieving mother who just lost her son in Afghanistan... the sadness of it all has probably prompted me to 'talk' here more than I should...
I'm alone in these latter years, up in age... it shows. =]
I'm sorry for your experience... I feel it. I hear 'cop' and I feel anxiety. PTSD
I'm currently building out my van to live out of, live out of by choice. 'The knock' is my greatest concern as that anxiety truly goes through the roof... it'll always be on my mind. In fact, I might not be able to do it for this reason alone... a constant fear.
Back to that cop mentioned... I wish it were possible to see him again, to thank him. He genuinely cared and I'll forever be grateful. I hope he's well, hope he's still the man I met and has not let the job change him.
Ya know... I may, thinking about him today, send a message of appreciation via that small town's department's Facebook page. I'd like that...
I'd better start this day...
I apologize for 'talking' so much but your post, and the content of the news today, and the fact I stare at four walls most days, have encouraged me to talk surely more than I should. =]
All the best!
Thank you for watching and don't apologize for the length of your comment...you write whatever you feel like writing :)
I have been binge watching your videos from the beginning since yesterday. Got up to last year's videos and got my first notification for this one.
I see you are going strong and have purged out the stress.
Good job.
I plan to do the same thing as you have. I'm saving up my social security to buy my project truck.
The only difference is I'm a very healthy 70 year old with no family ties
It took me some time to unplug and destress. I'm in a much better place now than when I started traveling :)
You are such a good, kind man. Thanks for you and Lefty being so great!
Glad you are on your way back west. Your gonna be really hot for a few weeks yet. Stay safe.
Thanks Rita - we're at 10k feet so the temps are real mild right now :)
@@TheCampulanceMan Well, that’s perfect. You and lefty should be very comfortable.
I recognize the campground you stayed in before the i-80 truck stop. If I had known you were coming I would have told you there is a small off leash area just across the street for lefty. Next time your in the area let me know I can give you all the good information.
I miss the open road. Thanks for sharing.
Wait! WHAT? TOLEDO IS A PLACE?
"Holy Toledo!" was an exclamation in my house growing up.
AND
Toledo Tools?
WTF? Mind blown! Next you'll tell me Milwaukee is a place, too, not just a tool brand!
Thank you for sharing! Nice scenic travels! Prayers to you and Lefty for safe, healthy, well and happy travels, Amen! Be safe and well! See you on the next one! Much love to you both!❤🌈👍🌞
Thank you Lara :)
That water bag is for insect control… old school but it works
Boop! Great to see you out in nature again... Cheers!
I think the trooper was just fishing.
It was a very odd occurrence- 🤔
he absolutely was fishing...
@@TheCampulanceMan David it wasn't on this is what they do. They should be ashamed of themselves the way they lie and try to treat people up just to do illegal searches and such it needs to stop
They are always fishing…. No such thing as small talk with a badge. They are not to be trusted
@@saltpepper1894 yes he was trying to get some thing on the guy agreed he was fishing an should not be able to run someone with out a crime bein done an I don't see one here
Love this journey. May you keep rockin the road for years to come hon. 😉😊😊😉
Thank you Sandy :)
Always record your interactions with the police, you are not required to talk to the police at all ever, you may not be doing anything wrong but there are a lot of bad police out there that will try and violate your rights, and twist your words to use against you. It is perfectly legal to record the police at anytime it is your first amendment right. I believe the majority of police uphold the law but not all. Just a word of caution.
That Trooper was asking everyone on the principle that these people had all been driving recently and might be able to give him something less vague: like numberplates!
Yes I'm sure that's what was happening.
fake ass cop was fishing....to see if sheeple will let him play tyrant
Exactly. Maybe, just maybe, the trooper was trying to stop someone driving while under the influence, and potentially saving lives. Sometimes they're only trying to do their jobs.
@@mbd6054 wait till happens to you sheeple, then you will be on their victims side.
@@saltpepper1894 Nonsense.
Watching this video reminds me of what a beautiful country we live in. I wouldn't worry about the trooper, he was just snooping around, doing his job. Lefty loves those rest stops 👍
I had some real moments soaking in the scenery and the size. I know Lefty did too :)
I miss long distance driving, glad you let me do it vicariously.
Careful while in Colorado, please watching out the dear tick. It will give you a Lyme disease. Thanks for bringing us along with your journey. It will be more pleasant with lower music volume since I would like to hear what are you telling us. The loud music made your voice seem to be softer than normal.
Thank you :)
2 ee's please
Your copilot sure does get a lot of sack time, lol.
I get jealous! Sometimes all I want to do I close my eyes :)
He is the night shift driver.
Great video David..back in Colorado ! I'm currently in the Mt Hood area..found some good boondocking near the abandoned Trillium airstrip.
Yes in CO - the weather has been beautiful:)
Lotsa flat long driving will tire you out fast! Lefty enjoys those nice green rest stops. He looks so cute and comfy all curled up on his seat bed. Yep good you don't try rain driving at night, no fun!
Ha! I recognized Cleveland by buildings, but it was nailed down when I saw the road debris at Dead Man's Curve! Glad you made it through safely :)
I know which curve you're talking about!!
I think the trooper was yanking your chain hoping he could shake something out of you . Most people don’t realize they can make up lies and if you were doing something wrong it may shake you up enough where you get busted. I’ve had similar experiences but it no big deal when your no breaking the law. They really have some beautiful rest stops out that way it always amazed me you just don’t see them on the north east that nice.
I'm just glad that I have nothing to hide... so I don't really get rattled by them :)
Bug trap to know what kind of bugs are in the area. There’s so bugs that attacks certain trees🥴☮️
Bro great videos but please do us all a favor get reed of the music it sound like we’re at the doctors office lmao thanks for sharing your travels lance and family
Second or third time watching this lovely trip. Lefty is such a good traveler.
Why do you speed across the country so quick? Don’t you want to just take different routes and see new places? Seems like you travel right through to your destination and miss out on a lot of the country side. Do more exploring and take your time. I bought my ambulance but I feel it’s to see and experience what each state has to offer not just drive right through it.
He was heading for a meet-up and had a deadline to get there.
@@stephaniewilson3955 that I do understand.. and believe me I mean no disrespect, but I have been watching for a bit now and seems like he goes straight from the eastern U.S. straight to the western U.S. in a matter of days. Seems like a regular thing. That in my opinion just adds stress and I get it when a person is used to a stressful life it can be difficult to do away with most of it.
I enjoy driving and during this time of year, the weather can make things very uncomfortable.
@@TheCampulanceMan I do enjoy your videos. Hope one day we will run into each other on our travels. I’m sure Lefty and my Ellie will enjoy playing together.
Can't believe how blue the sky was in Iowa I think not a cloud in the sky. Where were you camping at the end of the video
We were real lucky to have a couple beautiful days, mild temps, clear skies, while driving :) we are in Leadville CO.
What is he looking at!? In the intro. Also I'd be careful about flashing the peace sign if the troopers think you have weed! 🤣 You HIPPIE! Why are troopers always picking on you!?
He's growling at the campers back through the woods.
I like the way you treat your dog 🐶 thank you 😊
Hi David, well what a wonderful drive,so green & healthy,especially the little stops for Lefty. Over here in Queensland Australia,it’s also very green out west ,where the temperature gets up to your 108 degrees. We are in an La Niña circle now ,the 3rd. One this year. So we have had a lot of rain. Very good for all the Cattle & Sheep Stations & Farmers, this will set them up for a few years into the future. Anyway best of luck on your trip & give Lefty a big hug ,what a lovely dog.Elaine from Aussies Land.
Enjoy that rain.... we had a very dry summer this year.
When I travel my CO palette is my border collie mix name Freya she likes to snooze like lefty until she knows she's getting near the coast here in Oregon then she comes back to life Cheers from Merlin Oregon and freyas is high to lefty
Right! As soon as I slow drive, he knows we're getting close :))
I didn't see a rager. You should be traveling in the right except to pass. I probably would have flipped you off too if I had to kick off my cruise control because someone isn't doing the right thing. Not flipped off, I would have gave you the glare and a peace sign. Slower traffic keep right.
🧘🙏🌎☮️
Really enjoyed the journey! Thanks!
You went through my town, Toledo!! We travel on the turnpike all the time! It's so cool to see that on CZcams. Lefty is such a Star of your videos! I loved how he talks to you, how he was ready to go! In his world, These are His and his Dad's Adventures!!
A little late to comment, but the title is pure click bate. It gave the impression that there was some big confrontation when it was a simple question and then he left you alone. Nice drive across the country and nice dog.
Unfortunately some cops will use any Ruse To try to get someone to admit to something or just as a way to interact with them and then pursue any other possible crap they could try to find.
safe travels!!
If your going to get pulled over by the cops you should always record everything on a camera or phone for your safety and so you don’t get stitched up
I used to work for XPO warehouse in Virginia, and a receiving clerk. We shipped HP products.
Hola...David and Lefty...very nice to see you guys back on the road...again...From Palm Bay, FL....!!
Hola Victor :))
Lefty’s like Okay ,nice rest stop
Great video..... nicely edited! Sure makes you realize that much of the Interstate looks the same as anywhere else, until you get to the West!
It really opens up out there - so big and flat :)
Hi David & Lefty,
How has the heat from dog house been since your insulation project?
Enjoy your ride West!
It's definitely not as warm to the touch as it used to be before the insulation.
Construction on the US highways is insane today I've driven I80 coast to coast many times and 77-79 (to avoid I95) until about 2005 I never saw so much of the interstate system tore up. We just moved from PA to Kentucky and it was a nightmare today. I hope they finish the jobs everywhere soon before we go full-time. Maybe it's to late for the Interstate system? It's getting old.
I've seen some excellent roadways but... I've seen some terrible too!
Joe Rogan + Lefty + Hero Moves (helping that little old lady that was stuck in the wilderness) ??????? Dude you are 🔥
Thank you!
That slenderman shadow I the beginning!
Love the music - sounds like 79s retro 😊 do yo listen to audio books, podcasts or radio while you are driving?
I listen to podcasts when driving. It's a great way to chew up a few hours :)
The music was pure summer joy.
sometimes they get curious or just plain old bored, they are human you know.
lantren flies and for other anoyin bugs be safe out there
oo wow wrong page lol
Isn't nice to have such a nice rig, ya once you are on CZcams you definitely get recognized. Your channel is so much fun to watch.
Thank you Ann
That's an insect trap . They capture specific insect for research
What a great name for a dog!
This drive reminded me of the one I took solo across the 🇺🇸
Thanks for the video. Give Lefty an ear knuckle for me!❤️
Are you making your way to Arizona this year and I love your Journey keep the videos coming
I will be in AZ at some point this winter, yes :)
Love the video David, taking it slow and making it as relaxing as possible is the way to go and glad you and Lefty are back in the West!!!
A typical "number 2" and their classic salute! : )
Always try to go the speed limit or 2 under. Cops: are always there when you
Least need them. Local yokels.
Lefty is a great companion, 💯❤
I have a PitBull Mix And he looks like your dog .....White with Black spots ...Best dog I have had ever ...His name is Charlie !
Tell Charlie Lefty says hi!
Of course he thought it was you. Cops will loose their minds when they can no longer search vehicles for pot in a few years. They are like dogs in heat when it comes to trying to search your vehicle for a flake of pot residue. For them every stop and every conversation with a driver is made with the intention of entering your personal information into their data base and the hope they can con you into letting them search your vehicle. BTW, ‘ol Lefty is a beautiful dog.
Too bad you didn't have your camera recording the conversation with the trooper. You could tell him you'd make him a CZcams star!
Right! I wish I had it with me :)
The sunflowers and seeing Pronghorns is what I loved about driving through Nebraska.
Your dog is so chill on the ride.
He's a real traveler :))
Total bs on the part of that trooper. Lying to you is what gave you the jitters.
Curious, where you were, low 70s and low humidity sounds pretty good. We’ve been in the high 90s and no rain all summer. Doesn’t even feel like we had a summer.🤨
Love your videos David, safe travels!
We got such good weather for 2 days of driving, it was perfect :)
Your perfectly fine...
It's the 'TEXAS-TO-CHICAGO' run!!
14:42 Welcome to my state! Iowa
They keep adding onto that truckstop. That place is absolutely HUGE!
15:50 You're driving past my home!
Thats a great state for driving. The roads are great!
A few years back my partner's father was near death and had to do an emergency dash to the other side of Australia. Had a newish dog and until then he had only been in the car for fun trips like the beach or park. On day two of a 4 day, 10-12 hours a day journey he looked up at me like 'how far away is this beach anyway?'. Lefty looks like the same kind of character.
He's a great travel companion- but I stop a lot for him ")
@@TheCampulanceMan you're lucky that you can take dogs to national parks, not allowed in Australia. You can take them to state parks but like everywhere it's getting harder and harder. Too many people and I'm trying to get away from them!
@@sandy-quimsrus We can, but there are rules. The areas we camp the rules are lax, but in developed camp areas it's more strict.
Great video thanks for taking us along. Try to get some rest along the way. 😊👍
Sounds like a gambit to search your vehicle. Don't fall for it, and don't consent to any searches. They will find "something" wrong, to write a ticket (or worst, confiscate the vehicle) to an out-of-state vehicle. Money, for the state.
The cop speaking to you was a hook & bait bs question. If someone is calling in to report "a camper" smelling like weed they would have to give a description of the camper. Sorry that happened to you.
Thanks Deb. Unneeded stress for a little while :/
@@TheCampulanceMan
most definitely unnecessary stress!!! Your channel was suggested to me today. Having never seen you b4 I could totally tell the cop rattled your nerves. Take care safest of travels. ☮
Thank for watching and commenting Deb :)
Love your background music!