A dealership will rip you off every time. So glad you found a place that was honest to fix it. Plus you helped a small business rather than a huge company.

@janevalentine6391

8 ай бұрын

Correct...everytime.

@josebegui

8 ай бұрын

I second that...everytime.

@twagn

8 ай бұрын

Some dealerships are just criminal

@395joe8

7 ай бұрын

junk ford...............

@Mike-01234

7 ай бұрын

Every employee is pure commission driven. When the incentive is to make as much money as possible this is the result. Take it to independent shop they charge by the hours everyone is paid by the hour.

I really like your show, I’m an unhealthy 62 year old man and I have been looking at all kinds of options to just travel non stop until I can no longer do it anymore. I don’t have the budget you all have but in my mind I believe I can drive and enjoy a couple hundred miles a day. You have inspired me and as soon as I find the right van I will be on my way.

Glad you all found a honest mechanic. They are hard to find. NEVER TRUST a dealership. The only thing you go there for is manufacture warranty work because of recalls.

Good to hear the repairs weren’t as expensive as the original estimate. Crazy that the space over the cab wasn’t insulated with much of anything! Look forward to watching the next episode!

If the CP4 wasn't replaced that was a mistake. I put a DCR in mine a couple weeks ago. It's not a matter of if the CP4 equipped fuel system will destroy itself it's a matter of when.

@VOOODOOO37

7 ай бұрын

what is a DCR? I have a 2016 F350 diesel.. I've heard about the CP4 failures... scary

@4lpower

7 ай бұрын

@@VOOODOOO37 its the better version of a cp4 pump.

@petermandel2552

6 ай бұрын

Truth.about the cp4. Replace it or install a catastrophe bypass . Use fuel additive to add lubrication for the fuel pump.

@paulhafner9781

3 ай бұрын

Reflective insulation needs air-gap to give any insulation. Underbed would be better served with 1 inch isocyanurnate foam with taped edges. Would provide a real R-6-7.

I also had a high estimate from a dealer on my truck, but thanks to a small repair shop nearby, I saved a lot. Glad you found your repair shop that keeps you on the road. Hope you both have a Merry Christmas and safe travels.

Put vinegar on a rag and wipe your arms. The vinegar dissolves the fiberglass and stops the itching.

So glad everything worked out well. I’m very relieved for the two of you. You have such nice, loving, supportive family. What a wonderful blessing! You did a fabulous job putting that insulation in. I bet that will be very helpful for both winter and summer. love the name and I also love that you’re keeping the Facebook group the same name because I believe in the same things you do when it comes to getting outdoors and enjoying nature. Great choices!!! ❤️ Update: I was finishing watching the video. My three year old granddaughter and five year old grandson heard it and said, “Is that Cody and Kellie? Did they get their truck fixed? We love to watch Cody and Kellie!” So you have some young fans. lol

So Thankful you two have it back. Very sorry for the the stress you all endured. Merry Christmas!

The water droplets in your hair, were condensation of your breath as it hit the cold surface about you, condensed and formed droplets, and then fell back down on you. A big problem on boats, too.

Kelly-I got sooooooo nervous seeing you in the bed of your truck Pearl while putting your camper back on. If your camper fell, you could have been hurt. So glad all turned out ok! John & Christie 🩵

Helpful parents are the Best, Shout out to all the helpful parents out there.

I'm so happy you got the truck back! I wish there weren't scammers out there! 😡 That was ridiculous! Looking forward to your next adventure! ❤😊

So happy you did not let the dealership rip you off. When I heard you guys brought it to the dealership I literally yelled out loud "nooooo, your gonna get screwed". Soooo happy you guys got a second opinion. Happy trails.

Thank God you got a second opinion!! Looks like Pearl is all cozy and ready for the winter! Hope y’all will be nice and warm 😊 God bless you 🙏🥰

Right On! Boo to dishonest dealerships (there's so many)! 'Cody and Kellie' is a great name because we (or at least I) watch the channel cause of you guys. I dont camp, but I do hike. Onward, forward!

Hi there…I love watching y’all. I wish my husband and I could travel the way you can. Follow your dreams while your health still allows you too. Have fun! Praise God Casie

I watched the 2 truck videos back to back. Such good news! Glad everything is fine now and so much less $ !! Looking forward to more Cody and Kelly adventures to come!

If/when your CP4 fails; it's not going to run. Period. The dealer should have know that. Please add approved lubricant to the fuel for the CP4, and add a filter on the backside of the CP4 pump for when the pump does fail. Thanks for sharing!

Glad you guys got a second opinion!!! That lack of insulation is an embarrassment for the manufacturer. Great job solving that. Should solve your condensation issue.

I almost always forget to get my license plate every time I take my camper off. I love my tiny space!

A-We had a in tank fuel pump go out on a Chevy suburban, My Dad had an injector pump go out on two Dodge trucks, I may as well have completely rebuilt a ford 6.0, I currently work for a major over the road truck manufacturer, every one of them have/will/can have a breakdown at some point. It's just nature of owning something with a lot of electrical & mechanical parts. B-SAFTEY!!!! NEVER EVER stand or sit under a suspended load. I know truck campers have four lift legs. NEVER assume they will always hold. Assume they will fail and work accordingly and cautiously. Use strong sawhorse supports or the like. Did not much like Kellie being in truck bed when backing into camper. C-Dealership BAD!!!!!! Only if last resort D-Seems like I remember seeing some type of large blowup ring one can install between top of cab & bottom of camper to eliminate draft. E-Always enjoy every video no matter what name you have to use. Things change all the time. Safe travels

@Mario-jr7fb

8 ай бұрын

I agree with your comment, never ever stand under a camper without protection… i am a truck camper owner for over 25 years and those legs are not reliable at all, i have issue with thos legs over the years and believe me, never trust them….

I am glad it was a pretty simple fix. Fuel pump is pretty easy

I would suggest holding onto an old Dome tent, and putting it up outside from time to time at your campsites. They are cute, it's your brand, and I think it shows loyalty. Handy outdoor storage, maybe even an occasional sleepover Just a thought

Wow! Huge difference between diagnoses and price points! I’m so glad getting a second opinion worked in your favor. It is always wise to get a second opinion. It will be very strange to visit the Cody and Kellie channel instead of visiting Dome Life. I love the Dome Life name, but do understand your approach. It makes a ton of sense. Now, … the insulation. I am shocked that the manufacturer put NOTHING up there! I also have the same condensation and cold issues on the curved nose wall of my travel trailer, so you can bet I’ll be investigating how I can open it up and improve insulation on that wall. Its adjacent to my bed and freezing in colder temps, while even the bathroom with a plastic dome skylight is warmer. Hmmm. Thanks for sharing how you took care of that task. Merry Christmas to you and yours!!!

So glad you found an honest mechanic. Truthfully, I have a Ford as well and stopped going to the dealer for service because I felt they weren't 100% honest. We live in a small town and have our small town privately owned shop that we go to, and they are the best.

We’ve been watching your Channel for almost a year now, and have watched all of your truck camper videos and a lot of your tent camping ones. My wife and I love watching your channel. You’ve inspired us to start our own channel after years of talking about it and wishing that we could.

Super glad you guys got your truck back and it’s all fixed. Love watching you!

Dealer service departments are criminal.lol All of them. But $2k was still very pricy for a fuel pump, coolant flush and filter housing. Great videos. 👍

Wash with cold water to remove insulation. Hot opens your pours trapping fibers.

You get a dodge you better buy some transmissions to go with it…just saying

Be careful with dealerships, they will rip you off.

@TnD_Adventures

8 ай бұрын

Not all dealerships

Hey guys 👋 😃 I knew it ! Metal shavings lol after the fact ya know right . If it was me id report that crooked dealers shop to the local better business bureau so they dont do this to anyone else ! Im glad it was something pretty normal that happened and didnt cost an arm n a leg ! 😅 get some dri z air packs to hang around they work great for moisture ! Good to see ya both and wishing yal a terrific new week 😊 Aloha 🏕 🌲 🎄

@NotMe-st8qc

3 ай бұрын

BBB does very little. Been there tried that.

Good job getting a second opinion. For putting the truck camper back on the truck we tried all kinds of methods and found the best is to have the OCD male (me) guide my wife while she slowly backs the truck under the camper. But then again we drive a RAM so this method may not work for you. 😜

So glad the repairs weren't as bad as first quoted. Taking that window out & all that air space & lack of insulation was really interesting! I'm enjoying Kellie's brother's channel as well! Merry Christmas y'all!

Putting the camper back on reminded me of a hermit crab putting on its shell….that’s all. Glad it wasn’t in the higher thousands!

I am so glad to hear from you two!!! Been thinking and praying for you🎉

If you will get you some damp-rid and put it in the camper it will help a lot with the moisture. Damp-rid makes several different kinds, hanging and small tub like ones.

@richardhoffkins9088

8 ай бұрын

I have 3 tubs of Damp Rid in our truck camper, works great at collecting the moisture especially here in south Louisiana.

You could probably get a 2 inch thick block of polyethylene packing foam ( The kind that feels tough and rubbery not squeaky and brittle ) and shape it to make a big ol plug to fit in that window frame, with a light friction fit.

If you have a memory foam mattress, getting a piece of hyper-vent that is sold at upholstery stores will help with wicking away moisture. Happy Holidays & good vibes!

Sooo Glad your issue was resolved by a small biz! This was a great Christmas present to you two and Dome Life Nation...er Cody and Kellie!

Ram’s rule …. Others drool…. Your Dad’s on the mark…. 2 Chevys (out of service) 1 2001 Ram Cummins & a ‘96 Ram Cummins.. I’m a former trucker and a high school mechanic teacher…. In-line 6 cyl beats V8 diesels every way possible.. Glad ur fix was resolved with out breaking ur bank..

That's insane $2k vs $12k . Never trust a dealership! Glad you got Pearl back. I was itching just watching you install the fiberglass

Really sad that the other company lied. Smart move to get that second opinion!

1 inch foam board insulation under the bed. Heated mattress pad. Happy camping

The 6.7's CP4 pump is a known issue and a possible catastrophic failure, the preventative aftermarket system is around $400 well worth the invrestment

Your Hummer was screaming to you please don’t leave me! I kinda miss how the channel used to be with the camper and tent .. Did you go back and tell the dealership what was really wrong with your truck ? I’m curious what their reaction would be . That’s ridiculous what they try to get away with . Good luck and be safe on your travels. ps : they make a sound deadening insulation sticky backed foam for automobiles . I used it to insulate a VW Vanagon , worked great !

@CodyandKellie

8 ай бұрын

No we did not go back to tell them. Wasn’t worth our time.

@justmestephanie1269

8 ай бұрын

@@CodyandKellie I would just be curious to see their reaction in person , especially when someone lies like they did about the repair needed . I’m really glad that you got it fixed at a responsible cost , now you have more gas money for future adventures.. Love 💕 your channel !

You could use a some painters tape vertically in the center of the front wall of the camper. Then use 2 parallel pieces just off center left and right over the length of the bed of the truck. This will help you guide it over the install.

Glad you got the truck fixed :). Maybe you should look into some 35 to 20% tint for your windows of your camper to help with your light issues or you can take some cardboard or foam cutouts of the windows with some reflector on the window side, thats what i did for my travel trailer when i lived in 1 :). That insulation will really help. Stay warm and safe, love watching you guys :).

Thank you for letting us know such good news. Your fans worry about, and love you guys.❤❤

$2,090 ? Boy am I glad my dad (master mechanic) taught me everything he knew. Has saved me 10's of thousands of dollars if not more. P.S. - That's a whole lot better than $8K to&12K though, there's a reason they call them "stealer ships".

@misterrobert6799

7 ай бұрын

Yeah that's not bad for $90 work.

Yay! Lots of wins. What a relief on the truck repair and the new insultation will be a huge improvement. Safe trip to the next destination!

Great that things worked out for y`all. Happy to keep connected with you guys. !!

Yea! We are Ford family (pull an Airstream with a 250 diesel). Happy it all worked out! We will keep watching with the new name. ❤

I'm so happy for you guys 💓. Not just the price difference but the insulation is going to be a game changer 😊. I'm so happy 🎉🎉🎉

Glad the truck got fixed, & the insulation is a game changer ! Enjoy !

You need to put tape on the center of the camper and the center of the bed and just line up the tape and back up

Honestly surprised the fuel pump hasn't turned loose yet. Put a disaster prevention kit on that thing asap.

If it was me, I would have added a vapor barrier of plastic or that roll insulation or something in between the insulation and the exterior of your camper. I would suspect that you will end up with some mold growth starting between those two areas. The new insulation will help allot but the moisture will develop. Just a thought I had. I hope that helps. Granted it would be bear to take it back out and add a moisture barrier,but it beats breathing in the mold spores right at your face all night. Enjoy your time on the road. If you ever make it to Eugene,OR,let us know. We have a full hookup waiting for you in the country while you explore the covered bridges and the old mines. God Bless and Merry Christmas

I’m so happy you’re back in business!!🎉 I’m already ready for your next adventure! Happy Trails 💫❤️💫

I love Cody's Dad . He must have been a good one . Look hope fine Cody has turned out . ❤

Kelli, if you need more insulation for your window,. Instead of ordering more from wherever you got it, they sell the same material as a windshield solar reflector material I would imagine any auto parts store. Good luck to both of you, and God bless.

Thankfully it was a simple mechanical issue and you found a competent and honest mechanic. That fiberglass insulation is nasty stuff on the skin. Makes you itch for a day or so lol. Totally worth it though to have insulated the camper.

If you guys are still having condensation issues, you may want to try heating with something other than propane. A small diesel heater will do wonders. They sip fuel, use very little electricity, and provide a very dry heat. Propane has a lot of water in it, and that goes into the air when it's burned. That contributes to your condensation issues. I use two 5Kw diesel heaters in my fifth wheel and they work great. You guys wouldn't want any more than a 2Kw diesel heater. Even on low, you'll be cracking a window to cool off.

I do mine by myself. It’s super important that the camper is level with the truck from left to right. If not as you lower it will settle crooked.

Google CP4 fuel pump issues. All three major truck manufacturers have lawsuits pending because they used a pump known to have issues with the low sulfur diesel fuel in the US. Ford has used these pumps for years. GM and Ram have finally moved away from the CP4 because of so many failures. A lot of times none of them would warranty the repair even if the truck was still under warranty because their stance on it was that the low sulfur fuel was the cause of the pump failing. Hence the lawsuits. It is around a $12,000 repair. Some go out with high miles, some go out with not even 10,000 miles.

Glad there wasn’t a major repair with your truck!😊

Wow! That was a huge price difference! I'm so glad you fared well after the repair. Cody and Kelly will be easier to refer to friends to watch your channel. Cody, your dad seems like a really cool guy. I hope to see you and meet you guys on the road. After my housesitting commitment, I hope to begin my van adventures again by touring the rest of the Southwest. I will base myself in the 30+ state parks of New Mexico, an annual fee of $225. In the past two years I traveled up and down the entire West Coast (30,000+ miles). Great Channel guys!!

Omg that window thing is crazy now I’m debating on convincing my husband we need to do it with ours. The bed area gets so cold and now we know why…😳😳 you’d think for the price it’d be a little better made. I was told the max the Palomino can handle is 38-35 but honestly ours can’t handle 40s well… for black out we have a reflective material that covers all the windows and the fan above the bed. We are nightshift so open windows during the day isn’t an option

Normally don’t comment but I am a mechanic and familiar with the 6.7 fords. The 6.7 has CP4 pump that will fail and contaminate the fuel system and ruin the injectors. You need to Install a CP4 disaster prevention kit on your truck if you plan on keeping it. This will prevent a 8k bill when it fails. S&S diesel sells it for around 400$. It will be the best money spent if or when CP4 pump fails. Do your research online about the cp4 failure and you will understand. Thanks I love your channel we have Artic Fox with slide on F350 and love it.

@CodyandKellie

8 ай бұрын

Ok! I wonder if it’s easy to install?

@NoName-zq6ic

8 ай бұрын

@@CodyandKellie Watch Automedic Garage video from 3 months back and you'll have your answer.

@blown94stang63

8 ай бұрын

Not to bad but plenty of Utube videos on install. I believe S&S has a video on this. The kit keeps the metal from entering the fuel tank and circulating back to the engine.

Put a battery disconnect switch in the H3 instead of constantly removing the terminal.

@sarahdeshay1394

2 ай бұрын

Figure out where the draw is and fix the problem. I had a friend who would disconnect his battery every night for months, we put a meter between the cable and the battery and one by one removed fuses until the draw stopped, turned out to be an electric seat that was constantly trying to move backwards (although it was all the way back) the button/switch on the side of the seat was stuck and an easy fix. Sometimes the fix is easier than the steps taken to avoid the fix.

Good to hear you found an honest shop. Your still standing under a suspended load like nothing. Good thing your pops was there to bring it to your attention

Good thing you trusted your gut and didnt go to the first dealer. These Dealers will really rip you off big time. good for you folks. I had a fuel pump problem once in a chevy truck and it was in the fuel tank. I tried to fix it . I failed.

I did not see if you did this, but when you put the insulation in the front window wall, make sure it is not stuffed. Insulation is designed to not be compacted, it is the fluffed air area in the insulation that lets it work to get the designed R value. People think you could install 6" insulation in a 2x4 wall and it will be better and it will not be. Good job getting the truck back and I too don't trust any dealership.

Do a cp3 conversion if you can’t afford it use Hot shots lubricious extreem or Amzol in your fuel . Fuel doesn’t lubricate the pump with newer EPA formulas. CP 4 pumps are more prone to failure because of that. Also install a Exenergy fuel metering valve, it has a finer micron screen that will catch shavings and plug up before they contaminate your system. They have disaster kits for Fords . Research for more info. By the way 70-80 MPH with a big camper like that is crazy 🤪

Cody you should Always use a lubricant additive like Hot Shot LX4 , or another brand to aid in the lack of Lubricity in the USA Diesel. This is needed for the CP4 Pumps and CP4.2. They will last longer.

That's such great news about the truck! I can't believe that gap without insulation, you're going to sleep great now!

I never go to the dealer for anything with exception to a factory recall. At home, I have a young guy that went to local community college who has his own 6 bay garage he built and has 3 people employed and not only fixes it the first time every time but is the most affordable this day and age. Local cafes and locals will give you good advice to local garages that won't gouge you when traveling. I am so glad you guys got a second opinion from a small business owner and was able to support a small business owner.

Wow. I'm so glad it all worked out so well for you. Getting a second opinion was a wise idea. You would think a dealership would be the place to go for reliable work. But you just proved that isn't always true. Yeah, we have the differing opinions, too, not only in our families, but in our own marriage, lol, I drive a ford f150 and my husband drives a 3/4 ton heavy duty Dodge. Mine pulls the camper and his is the farm truck, so there is method behind our maddness. I've done some added insulation in our camper with reflectix in the window at the head of the bed and storage doors, and foam board in the pass-through storage under the bed. It made a difference. I can't believe they didn't do better insulation in the nose-cap of your camper. You should be ready now for anything Mother Nature throws your way 😊. Happy Camping!

Glad the truck was fixed for a more reasonable price (dealerships..........🤬).

We are your neighbors, just north of Longview and about an hour away from Texarkana. We've been watching you regularly (and subscribed) from way back in the Dome Life days when you were still working and had a traditional home. Your travels have brought a lot of pleasure to this old couple (91 and 88). Our "rving" has all been in fifth-wheels since my retirement about 25 years ago. In fact we have several trips planned (Florida, here in Texas, and probably in Colorado later in the Summer) Thank you for sharing your life journey with us.

Most campers- truck campers, travel trailers, rvs, etc, what's under the mattress is plain plywood and it will mold. First thing we do in our camper is treat the plywood under the mattress area with mold resistant/water proof stain or kilz. Otherwise you could be sleeping on mold before long

Glad you're back on the road. It sucks truck manufacturers don't give you a bed access door to your fuel pump.

also.. on your legs, put a mark on 3 sides for minimum removal height, then you can easily tell that you are high enough to load or unload your camper.

Until you get more of the insulation for the window you can try the sunshades made for car windshields . Might help and you can get it anywhere

They make a filter you can add to the truck that will prevent the metal in fuel situation. If metal gets in line it catches it and saves the fuel getting full of debris

Cody is so funny, but I have a condition also. I get teased about it but I don't care. I'm so happy that you got your truck back and everything is good.

im new, you guys are a fun and down to earth couple. shine on !

I put that liner under my bed on the deck in my tow behind. What difference. For the window, I bought a sun visor and cut it down. Actually, I bought two and have a cover for all the windows. They're stiff enough to pop into the frames.

Just found your channel through your interview with Shawn James. Its amazing how expensive it is to fix vehicles.

Codie & Kellie, so glad things worked out for the better. I had similar work done on my F250. Those trucks will run forever if you keep up the maintenance. Best of everything from Florida.

If you’ve never looked into it, the Froley sleep system is pretty great. It’s like a bunch of little plastic springs under your mattress. Seems to help a ton with moisture issues. Someone had installed it in the camper I have currently and it is definitely a game changer. I imagine since it adds an air gap, it adds an extra layer of insulation as well. Just spent four months on the road and never had any moisture buildup under the mattress.

@ai53224

7 ай бұрын

I run the Froli System as well. Also I use 3m Thinsulate for insulation additions- no itchy fibreglass to deal with.

another great video - suggest you paint a white centre line on the canopy and the truck deck to make it easier to reload accurately

For moisture under bed.... the Froli system (see NuCamp Tab 400) is s'posed to be awesome. It is also a spring system for comfort with red inserts to add for firmer feel. However, the insulation would prolly have to go under a platform that would hold the Froli system. Food for thought if you still have condensation underneath.

My 84 yo dad: “You know what FORD stands for? F*cked Over Rebuilt Dodge. If ya spell it backwards it’s Driver Returns On Foot.” 😂😂 I was not allowed to own a Ford but have driven the Mustang & love them. Just can’t own any at the moment. 😋 I’m glad y’all got the truck squared away. Can’t wait to see the next adventure! ❤️

I have been using truck mounted campers since 1978. All were on Chevrolets. I did not have problems with any of the trucks. As I replaced campers with new models the quality of the campers got worse. The one I have now is the Cirrus 620 all weather. Yes it is small but I am now camping alone so it is just right for me. When on long extended trips I pull a cargo trailer with more than I should carry in it. But it works for me.

You can get that same insulation at a heating and air conditioning supply store and also the foil tape works a lot better than duct tape

We have a 2023 HS 2901. The first thing we did was remove the window to insulate the front wall. What a difference in keeping the heat out! We also installed a Froli system under the bed for ventilation. Along a Laguna table, a step to get up into the bed - that also holds shoes, etc. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

in the early 70s id start at 6am doing carpentry in the hot sun till 3 thirty. then install sofit and facia till dark. then go inside and put fiberglass batt insulation in the attics till midnight and go home and do it all over again the next day. the ride home was HELL itchy but dont dare scratch

I'm relieved your truck situation wasn't more complex. A friend who used to own an auto repair shop told me to bring my vehicle to him if it has issues and never to a dealership.