The Ultimate Mobile Ski Basecamp | Winter Camping in Strong Freezing Winds

In today's episode, join me in central Oregon where I spend a few nights hunkered down in the ultimate skiing base camp; my Northern Lite truck camper on a 2000 Ford F350 7.3 PSD. I also take to the slopes at the famous Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort!
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  • @janisg7409
    @janisg74095 ай бұрын

    Watching this vid confirms that I’ve never had fun in my entire life

  • @mstrt3749

    @mstrt3749

    5 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂 Same! We gotta change

  • @janisg7409

    @janisg7409

    5 ай бұрын

    @@mstrt3749 💯😊

  • @JohnnyPaco-cc2tx

    @JohnnyPaco-cc2tx

    4 ай бұрын

    Absolutely

  • @andigega6019
    @andigega60195 ай бұрын

    Dude, your videos keep me going! I hope one day I’ll be able to escape that 9-5 grind and be able to live life to the fullest. Thank you!

  • @myvanlife1
    @myvanlife15 ай бұрын

    I agree about what you said that truck campers are way cool!!! (Better than sprinter vans-for sure!)

  • @jakep9086
    @jakep90865 ай бұрын

    If you have a generator that’s got enough wattage you could also try plugging in your block heater. It would help on those chilly mornings

  • @packingbone1953

    @packingbone1953

    5 ай бұрын

    In the type of weather he’s been lately he doesn’t need his block heater he needs to learn how to start a 7.3 in the cold cycle the key keep it on for a minute or so after the wait to start light goes off give it 1/4 throttle and it will start right up.

  • @genespell4340

    @genespell4340

    5 ай бұрын

    @@packingbone1953 Are you referring to the glow plug light in the dash? From what he said i believe he has done that. One quarter throttle is going to make the engine rev way too much unless he releases the throttle after three to five seconds.

  • @stephaniedaniels9285
    @stephaniedaniels92855 ай бұрын

    What a great way to ski/snowboard…. From the sofa!! 😊 Thank you for taking us along!

  • @barbarajohnson4704
    @barbarajohnson47045 ай бұрын

    Stay safe. Stay warm. Enjoy. Tell Tessa hi from all of us.

  • @8rett
    @8rett5 ай бұрын

    Old 7.3s are just like that haha. Compression ignition does that in the cold. If you have one cylinder firing off (that surge of power) you'll eventually make it started. Just gotta get all of em firing off and put it into high idle. I wouldn't worry about gelling until it gets below zero either. Diesels are just funny about that haha, they're pretty simple machines.

  • @stacymuff964

    @stacymuff964

    5 ай бұрын

    Hey Johnathan it was an amazing video...I don't know how you ski and hold a camera to film , it was so cool I felt I was there with you 😊❤️

  • @kylefox4272

    @kylefox4272

    5 ай бұрын

    Look at riffraff diesel bud. Good place to get parts

  • @Askchrisbruh

    @Askchrisbruh

    5 ай бұрын

    That’s is crazy as a mechanic I was about to say idk how cold it is but if it gets close to 0 or below he is hurt unless he has his glow plugs plugged in .. as in if his camper has a power bank hopefully he has realized he can plug it in for the warmers

  • @TheQueenLioness100
    @TheQueenLioness1005 ай бұрын

    U invite me in then you close the door in our face 😂😂

  • @ForeverChanged7

    @ForeverChanged7

    5 ай бұрын

    Ha ha! I thought the same thing but we all know it was just a virtual, invitation to step into his world, to enjoy this video. It was welcoming.😍

  • @MissKitty-mg9hn
    @MissKitty-mg9hn5 ай бұрын

    You are sooooo cute Jonathan! Lol,,I love how beautiful your camper is inside, you are so enthusiastic and sincere and you've come a long way on You Tube in such a short time...123K subscriibers in such a short time...who does that!!!! Good for you....keep the videos coming...We learn a lot from them and you are so fun to watch!!! Have a great winter! Thanks for making our days a little brighter

  • @derricksmith5547
    @derricksmith55475 ай бұрын

    Don’t press the fuel when you’re starting it. lol. It’s normal. The piston chamber has to be hot enough to combust. That’s all it is. Glow plug cycles. Is the key. Also, replace the glow plug relay and the glow plugs if they aren’t getting hot enough. Nothing wrong with the truck at all. Just diesel is foreign to you so it’s a lil unsure feeling.

  • @Kaitlin24247
    @Kaitlin242474 ай бұрын

    Perfect time to have a fire in a wind storm.

  • @arrobrewer2730
    @arrobrewer27305 ай бұрын

    Oh i miss Mt Batchelor brings back old memories. Yes cycling the key on the truck will help.

  • @chriscash8899
    @chriscash88994 ай бұрын

    That 7.3 cold start is normal, we did plug them in for 20-30 min prior to starting when it was freezing or below. It does help it start better, but we did it more for motor longevity as it was better for the oiling. Plug it in to your generator while having your morning coffee, when you are done it will be warmed up. 👍

  • @JonnyDIY
    @JonnyDIY5 ай бұрын

    Beautiful snow conditions. Heck Im even tired and ready for bed after seeing you do all that riding 😂😴🛌💤

  • @randynavarro6101
    @randynavarro61015 ай бұрын

    That 7.3 is a great engine! It will start in the cold. It it may take a few tries. All diesels have a “lope” in the cold weather. I have the same truck cold is not an issue. Let it run a bit with the lope and then step on the gas to about 900 rpms for a bit and you’ll be fine. You can actually put a high idle switch in for those cold days. Keep up the sweet vids! 👍🏼

  • @metalrico9480
    @metalrico94805 ай бұрын

    I have the same exact truck, on cold mornings that’s how it goes with the 7.3. Cycle the glow plugs a few times, give it some throttle, and it should be fine.

  • @useritscarrot
    @useritscarrot5 ай бұрын

    Before you get in the truck to leave just aim the buddy heater at the oil filter and oil pan 👍 That should help with cold starts since you don't have a engine block heater.

  • @bonnienklyde918
    @bonnienklyde9185 ай бұрын

    Being a Washingtonian I must say I really love Oregon! Been to many cities in Oregon and love all ive been. Bandon is one of my favs though. Thanks for the video it was fun watching you board. 🙂

  • @markntexas8265

    @markntexas8265

    5 ай бұрын

    Pacific NW is my favorite part of the cocountry. Too bad I can't stomach their radical politics I would have moved there when I sold my company

  • @stevejones2764

    @stevejones2764

    5 ай бұрын

    Felt like I was. there!,. Great job!

  • @robertcave-xz9qz
    @robertcave-xz9qz5 ай бұрын

    I am impressed with your cooking design. Where did you learn your skills ? Do you have a restaurant within your family history ? We have a Thai Restaurant on Exmoor in the UK named TONGDAM. My partner and I are passionate about what we do and although your episodes are packed with mishaps and mini failures, your cooking is enjoyable ...... and I dream of one day having our own camper, when we one day reduce our restaurant hours ! Keep your adventures coming 😊

  • @Chumbucketsecret
    @Chumbucketsecret5 ай бұрын

    Let your glow plugs cycle at least 4 times. 😊

  • @justjudy7320
    @justjudy73205 ай бұрын

    ❤❤DANG❤❤ that was quite the ride😂❤ the photography was much like the amazing Mountaineer forestry Forest only on skis😮❤ and yes I agree that was a blast😂❤ PS I really enjoyed your to Thailand and Nam vlog🎉

  • @AzizaTech
    @AzizaTech5 ай бұрын

    JOHN YOURE SO COOL!

  • @markntexas8265
    @markntexas82655 ай бұрын

    Well done Sir my favorite time of year in my favorite part ofthe country

  • @marcl5048
    @marcl50485 ай бұрын

    Great majestic shots of the mountains. And thank you for not making us suffer through another person living in a van video!

  • @CheeseLayong
    @CheeseLayong4 ай бұрын

    Everytime i watch your videos. It makes me hungry lol.

  • @maryk790
    @maryk7905 ай бұрын

    GREAT VIDEO

  • @dohaqatar1900
    @dohaqatar19004 ай бұрын

    🙏🏻Thank you so much✨🌹✨What a very beautiful video ❤️How beautiful is winter🌌🌲🌨️🚚🌧️🌲What a very nice place to camp and relax 🌌🌚

  • @bdpowder1874
    @bdpowder18745 ай бұрын

    Love Bachelor! Also give Willamette Pass a try... great mountain! Believe they have little to no cost RV overnight parking.

  • @mr.critic
    @mr.critic5 ай бұрын

    Just in time for dinner, awesome 🍻🍻

  • @awol_molly
    @awol_molly5 ай бұрын

    My momma always told me, "you are what you eat".. getting stuffed off of stuffed peppers.. lol.

  • @barbkugler7568
    @barbkugler75685 ай бұрын

    Your best video ever !!!

  • @randyrowett7998
    @randyrowett79985 ай бұрын

    Just another great video. It would be nice to have such a great experience such as in the camper. The snow environment makes it beautiful.

  • @danielorozco1728
    @danielorozco17285 ай бұрын

    That "buenas noches" was on point

  • @tcbutler4706
    @tcbutler47065 ай бұрын

    Bachelor’s a great mountain! Please wear a helmet!

  • @daviddarlingauthor
    @daviddarlingauthor5 ай бұрын

    Now that you've been in the truck camper for a while, what would you change or wish to have? More lithium batteries/solar? improved venting? Different layout? I've been looking at used truck campers.

  • @juliemarkham4332
    @juliemarkham43325 ай бұрын

    Thanks for taking us snowboarding! So, fun!

  • @leeroyadams666
    @leeroyadams6665 ай бұрын

    More drone footage man! That was a spectacular blog thanks for the fire content! Love from the Bay Area Cali!

  • @wc3101
    @wc31015 ай бұрын

    i would highly recommend getting some 12v heat pads for the underside of the vehicle, the water and even fuel/oil pans can be warmed up before moving

  • @antoinettebaldino989
    @antoinettebaldino9895 ай бұрын

    OMG Your stuffed peppers looked delicious 😋 Not me taking notes to show everything u did so I can make the same stuffed peppers 😂

  • @maeu59

    @maeu59

    5 ай бұрын

    Just need to add some tomato sauce.

  • @vickinoble7575
    @vickinoble75755 ай бұрын

    This retired couple from Nebraska watch ALL your videos! You remind us of our grandson! Thank you for "filming" your adventures! I must ask you. As I watch you preparing your meals, you use your utensils as an experienced young chef would. Question is, do you have culinary training? You certainly appear as if you do! Thank you again, Jonathan! On to your next adventure!

  • @kitaoden703
    @kitaoden7035 ай бұрын

    Absolutely gorgeous Thank you I love Stuff peppers Delicious

  • @captainhml3868
    @captainhml38685 ай бұрын

    You cook such great meals! So soothing to watch 😊

  • @hollowtip5007
    @hollowtip50075 ай бұрын

    Get a block warmer and run your generator for a few hours if you go any colder.

  • @kenyattaknox5163
    @kenyattaknox51633 ай бұрын

    Have you thought about getting a key start for your truck? It may help when the temp drops and you need to keep your truck running while in the camper 🙂 safe travels

  • @avabellachronos5214
    @avabellachronos52145 ай бұрын

    Love your channel

  • @patshankle3281
    @patshankle32815 ай бұрын

    ❤❤That was really cool snowboarding like that. Glad u had a good time. Can't wait to see the next one. 💚💕❣️

  • @kimkrebs451
    @kimkrebs4515 ай бұрын

    Great views!!

  • @woodyb11
    @woodyb115 ай бұрын

    You’re keeping my spirit young !! Thanks !!

  • @lawrenceforman6999
    @lawrenceforman69995 ай бұрын

    Skateboard 🛹 Nice riding from top to the destinations 😊🏂🏂🏂🏂🏂

  • @brendabinczewski7624
    @brendabinczewski76245 ай бұрын

    Very nice video thank you! You did really good snowboarding. And holding your phone. Wow!!

  • @davidbaron6647
    @davidbaron66475 ай бұрын

    wow busy at the ski place nice video Have a wonderful week,

  • @LifeWithLeMaige
    @LifeWithLeMaige5 ай бұрын

    Beautiful night views you captured!

  • @isaacturnerit
    @isaacturnerit5 ай бұрын

    Wow that wind looks gnarly!

  • @rudycarlson8245
    @rudycarlson82454 ай бұрын

    Jonathan, I would highly recommend getting an engine block heater for the truck!

  • @Anita-go8xx
    @Anita-go8xx5 ай бұрын

    Great video as always .

  • @hannahzander9541
    @hannahzander95415 ай бұрын

    Watching from Florida......love your snowy adventures.

  • @alvinmousseau1100
    @alvinmousseau11005 ай бұрын

    Awesome video

  • @jackienelson1812
    @jackienelson18125 ай бұрын

    I love your videos from Wisconsin keep up the great work stay safe and healthy and blessed ❤❤❤

  • @nedkelly2677
    @nedkelly26775 ай бұрын

    Can t wait for another!👍👍

  • @theathjr
    @theathjr5 ай бұрын

    That truly is the ultimate setup for winter sports. Well done .

  • @katfish000
    @katfish0005 ай бұрын

    That was a fantastic video. 😊

  • @robertoperezaguirreeliasca7559
    @robertoperezaguirreeliasca75592 ай бұрын

    Awesome! Nice life Good eating Nice truck Nice camper Excellent skier Come and visit lands end Finesterra Los Cabos Baja Península Where the desert meets the sea

  • @easygoingallll1
    @easygoingallll15 ай бұрын

    I really enjoyed this video. 😊

  • @beckydeleon8241
    @beckydeleon82415 ай бұрын

    What a cool video, Jonathan! You are a true adventurous spirit! I've enjoyed all your videos.

  • @AngeleDeux1
    @AngeleDeux15 ай бұрын

    mad props for filming while snowboarding! love the tiny home too! God bless

  • @gordaro2828
    @gordaro28285 ай бұрын

    Great stuff...if we could get diesel Tacomas in Canada...I'd win...but until now you hold the crown. Cheers from Vancouver Island.

  • @captainhml3868
    @captainhml38685 ай бұрын

    Oh I love packed powder conditions! I want to go skiing so badly!

  • @kevinetheridge6153
    @kevinetheridge61535 ай бұрын

    Dude… those peppers look legit. Nicely done!

  • @a-a-ron2336
    @a-a-ron23365 ай бұрын

    Let's goooooo. Be safe out there ✌️

  • @martinhernandez6506
    @martinhernandez65065 ай бұрын

    Good morning Jonathan & hi to Tessa ! That was an awesome time & you make that look so simple ! Meal looked so delicious ! Stay safe, warm & keep smiling !

  • @quackityquack1
    @quackityquack15 ай бұрын

    I was just watching Chad from living the van life yesterday and he was at mount bachelor too! It looks so nice up there.

  • @tanbl6746
    @tanbl67465 ай бұрын

    the overlarge blue goggles look funny, kinda exaggerated 🤣

  • @imjustbored97
    @imjustbored975 ай бұрын

    if you cant plug in to heat up the block. try a buddy heater underneath for a little while. get that block warmed up!

  • @DianaNitz11
    @DianaNitz115 ай бұрын

    You are a breath of fresh air!..and thanks for the snow boarding adventure! Will you be coming to Colorado?

  • @pamelaklemp5615
    @pamelaklemp56155 ай бұрын

    👏 WOWSZA! Jonathan you were Rocking It out there! I'm seriously impressed watching you do it while hand filming it. 👏 You are definitely a young man of many talents 🙌.

  • @eo8513
    @eo85135 ай бұрын

    Awesome content bro!

  • @ForeverChanged7
    @ForeverChanged75 ай бұрын

    Man O man! What an awesome ski trip! I was skiing right down that Mt. as well. My virtual ski day this year. I have Skied Mammoth and Reno but never Mt. Bachelor. The snow looked perfect. I was holding my breath when the truck was not turning over as quickly as I thought it should. What would you have done? So happy it never stranded you. The food you made looked sooo tasty. Was that couscous that you stuffed the peppers with? They looked yummy. Well, another awesome video Jonathan and ty so much for taking me a long. Loved it Have an awesome week and see you next Sunday!💛🌴🌵🏖️🦂🐬

  • @kevinfestner6126
    @kevinfestner61265 ай бұрын

    I love this channel, esp in winter. It's cozy. My aunt lived in Sisters. Good ole Bachelor Butte, the old name for it.

  • @veeemit9719
    @veeemit97195 ай бұрын

    Wow you’re really good! And with a camera no less😊

  • @georgemacdonald8899
    @georgemacdonald88995 ай бұрын

    Great video shots! Some great camping spots near bend as well, good point to hop on the PCT for an overnight or for couple of days.

  • @d.j.758
    @d.j.7585 ай бұрын

    that era of powerstroke surges in the really cold like that because it uses HEUI injectors (Hydraulic Electric Unit Injector). the low pressure oil pump that lubes the engine feeds oil to a high pressure oil pump. the high pressure oil is what actuates the fuel injectors. that surge is because the oil is cold. once it catches a bit, just give it a little throttle and it will be fine. the surge is harmless. modern "ultra low sulpher diesel fuel" thats at all the stations now does not gel up like diesel used to when that truck was new. i live where its -40 for a good chunk of winter in alberta and ive never had it gel up.

  • @sjackson99

    @sjackson99

    5 ай бұрын

    Great job explaining his problem plus the comment about diesel gel up.

  • @mikeanslave1797
    @mikeanslave17975 ай бұрын

    That’s normal when it’s that cold with old 7.3 I had one for many years. I would cycle my glow plugs 3-4 times then fire it up it would run normal idle for a couple minutes then go into high idle. No big deal.

  • @robertmurray2843
    @robertmurray28435 ай бұрын

    Awesome content

  • @tobeunknow
    @tobeunknow5 ай бұрын

    Your aksen fluently😮 1:59 it's must cold 😫 10:09 Dream lifestyle like you 🤤 18:01

  • @leadchuncker
    @leadchuncker5 ай бұрын

    You should start covering your windshield to keep the sleet and snow off it.. Also being in those cold temperatures look up Hot Shots Secret for cold weather fuel additive. I run diesel extreme and edt but they have another for the climate your in.

  • @PNWXOverland
    @PNWXOverland5 ай бұрын

    Morning buddy

  • @jeraldheinrich3589
    @jeraldheinrich35895 ай бұрын

    The snow looked pretty good at Mt. Bachelor.

  • @johnhenryholiday4964
    @johnhenryholiday49645 ай бұрын

    I couldn't say it better Jonathan..... Your truck is the perfect mobile ski chalet... On a side note when you woke up sore.... just think how good soaking in a jacuzzi and a good massage would of felt.

  • @haraldkrueger7775
    @haraldkrueger77754 ай бұрын

    You should get a good Lithium Jump Starter for a diesel, like the NOCO GB 150, or GBX155

  • @nazty6231
    @nazty62315 ай бұрын

    More snow ski and camping videos bro keep it up

  • @AyMikey559
    @AyMikey5595 ай бұрын

    Those old 7.3 trucks don’t like the cold. It’s best to plug them in if possible.

  • @christophermoore3013
    @christophermoore30135 ай бұрын

    J - Rock, put a wet rag under the cutting board when prepping so the board won't move. Thank me later bud. It will cer-tain-ly (Insert Yentch voice) make a diff......Thank me later. Love the vids bruh.

  • @andoverwarren6392
    @andoverwarren63925 ай бұрын

    There is a method to starting a deep cold diesel …. Pedal on the floor and let it crank, even when you think it has caught. Don’t stop the starter until it smooths out as you slowly release the pedal from the floor.

  • @kikosaucee2957
    @kikosaucee29575 ай бұрын

    Livin the dream!

  • @sheilacaine
    @sheilacaine5 ай бұрын

    Too cold for me. ❤😂

  • @neilfrenchuk9163
    @neilfrenchuk91635 ай бұрын

    a brittish trick drop a pint or to of petrel in tank when filling up in ice /diesel wont freeze then ..

  • @PNWXOverland
    @PNWXOverland5 ай бұрын

    YOUR AT MY HOME RESORT!! I WAS LIFT MAINTENANCE BACK IN THE DAY!! HIT A BRO UP AS ID LOVE TO RIDE WITH YA!

  • @Baz4
    @Baz45 ай бұрын

    Helmets are cool 😎

  • @7SARK7
    @7SARK75 ай бұрын

    Little breezy!

  • @neilfrenchuk9163
    @neilfrenchuk91635 ай бұрын

    mmmm i could smell them stuffed peppers here from england..lol