We Almost Totaled Our Expedition Truck...

We explore Steamboat Springs, CO and find epic hot springs that require 4WD and chains to leave!
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  • @juanitaespiricueta3863
    @juanitaespiricueta386311 ай бұрын

    And to think y'all just finished a massive road at the homestead AND added baby Oliver to the family♥

  • @crazyawakening
    @crazyawakening3 жыл бұрын

    Yup love the springs but I don’t go up in winter I’m in a truck camper with a 3500 4x4 with KO2s so I have the rig for it but that road gets bad in winter and as you said , it’s my home! So glad you made it out.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    It definitely got real hairy real fast! Steamboat was amazing and we can't wait to return!

  • @loucinci3922
    @loucinci39222 жыл бұрын

    Ghost story - LOL. Chains are a MUST. Good choice. Thanks for sharing

  • @williamfenner9526
    @williamfenner95263 жыл бұрын

    Under the mattress condensation is a common thing with the nautical crowd. Several remedies available at boating stores. The very best being the Froli Sleep System, gives the needed air gap and adds comfort. Really enjoying following the build and seeing your good work put to use!!!!!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip! We looked into the Froli but ended up with the Den Dry because of it's lower profile. Unfortunately neither prevent the actual issue of the moist air condensing on the rivet heads, but they do prevent it from soaking into the mattress and causing further issues!

  • @andrewm9207
    @andrewm92073 жыл бұрын

    One of my favorite series on KZread right now. Love the genuineness of ya'll's videos. Keep up the great work!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Andrew! We really appreciate you following along!

  • @upnorththerat
    @upnorththerat3 жыл бұрын

    You guys are awesome! Your drive out of the hot springs was pretty intense. Because of some of the out of the way places you go I’d recommend you have enough tire chains for all four tires. That will keep your steering and stopping power the same on all four corners. The cable chains you used are good to a point. Personally I’m more comfortable with traditional tires chains. They are heavier but if you ever get into a situation where the road ahead is hard ice with water on it the traditional chains on all four corners will get you through.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We will definitely be adding a second set of chains to the camper after that! We were shopping for chains that could be applied when stuck (non drive over) but I do agree something heavier duty would be nice.

  • @stevethomas4095
    @stevethomas40953 жыл бұрын

    You guys should make your way backup there over the 4th of July they have a cattle drive, fireworks, rode, and you can get in and out of the hot springs alot easier.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    That sounds incredibly fun! (you had me at fireworks)

  • @onursarigil102
    @onursarigil1023 жыл бұрын

    Hey guys! Pipe insulation on dog bucket is cool idea. In addition to that, would you consider to have a seperator (like mesh) in cabin againtst accidents? I know guys won't like it but this is for their safety.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    That is a great idea for added safety!

  • @gclanning
    @gclanning3 жыл бұрын

    Powder day with no lines! You hit the jackpot. I always struggle to find overnight parking in Steamboat (and Colorado in general). Great video!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    The gondola line took awhile but once we got up the mountain it was smooth sailing! It is hard to find overnight parking in ANY ski town these days, just one of the hurdles that can be fun to solve!

  • @northerntrouble
    @northerntrouble3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for another amazing video! Sorry to hear about the thermal bridging happening. Good thing you guys were monitoring the inside of the camper.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! If we didn't have things to tinker with along the road we would probably be bored by now!

  • @Buck1954
    @Buck19542 жыл бұрын

    You need chains on your steer tires also. Otherwise, you lose control of your steer and your brakes as the front brakes do most of the stopping.

  • @patrickretsel7048
    @patrickretsel70483 жыл бұрын

    You guys look so happy.....thanks for sharing your journey with the rest of us, it is inspiring to say the least. 😎

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for following along Patrick!

  • @michaelschwersinske1235
    @michaelschwersinske12353 жыл бұрын

    My girlfriend and I were on our truck camper road trip last week the 9th to the 15th we were in Steamboat doing all the same things on the 13th and 14th. We hope to build a shell like you guys have too! Dropped her off at the airport and picked up a friend for another week, up in Montana now. Following every upload!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hah what a small world! Enjoy Montana and stay warm! We made our way to Crested Butte but will likely start traveling that way next month.

  • @Dekn33s
    @Dekn33s3 жыл бұрын

    Oouuuu cant wait cant wait !!!! What a treat it is to follow you guys on this journey , thanks so much for including us.

  • @Dekn33s

    @Dekn33s

    3 жыл бұрын

    It was awesome! I was nervous when you guys were on that hill but ya Made it !

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for following along!

  • @jordanvargovich
    @jordanvargovich3 жыл бұрын

    Donuts in the truck then later on eating donuts in the truck. Looks like a great day of skiing. Enjoy

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Riley is a BIG fan of donuts... 😉

  • @thetravellingpicker5096
    @thetravellingpicker50962 жыл бұрын

    You guys were in my hometown. Spent my life in Steamboat. The stories I could tell you about those hot springs. I just to drive van loads of people up and down from those springs.

  • @russellcrowder7700
    @russellcrowder77003 жыл бұрын

    getting the mail is nice but getting doughnuts is priceless. hope your having a great day.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Riley could get a little too used to that!

  • @richgollihur9585
    @richgollihur95853 жыл бұрын

    You guys are great! I love to live through your adventure. Keep up the great work!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Rich! We have had a great time sharing our adventures with you all!

  • @chrisdaniel1339
    @chrisdaniel1339 Жыл бұрын

    You guys should get chains for all four wheels, it will make a world of difference

  • @squatch2461
    @squatch24613 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing the troubleshooting and problem solving.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Things don't always go according to plan, so sometimes you just have to make a new plan!

  • @TooManyHobbies
    @TooManyHobbies3 жыл бұрын

    I have the same Garmin E-collar for my lab...it's awesome! Great series, the videos have been fun to watch

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    I've had it for 5 years now and it is amazing! He's a great dog until he decides he doesn't want to listen anymore and then it is the correct tool for a gentle reminder!

  • @TooManyHobbies

    @TooManyHobbies

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes Absolutely! Labs can be a little hard headed lol mine is a bird dog and sometimes he needs the reminder when he’s really jacked up lol I mostly just use the tone unless I really need him to stop (other dogs, roads, etc) it’s a fantastic collar!

  • @desertdweller4951
    @desertdweller49513 жыл бұрын

    Great adventures, be safe on the road.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @ccummings686
    @ccummings6863 жыл бұрын

    Really enjoying the channel and the journey.... just subscribed and loving every minute

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for subscribing to our crazy adventures!

  • @mikepenhall315
    @mikepenhall3153 жыл бұрын

    Looks amazing keep up the good work.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mike!

  • @GooglyEyes73
    @GooglyEyes733 жыл бұрын

    I am absolutely loving your adventure.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for following along! 🙌🏻

  • @marshalcrouch8589
    @marshalcrouch85893 жыл бұрын

    Love your build. We'll done.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Marshal!

  • @AB-so3jv
    @AB-so3jv3 жыл бұрын

    you guys are amazing, the best!!!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @diddleydadburn
    @diddleydadburn3 жыл бұрын

    really enjoyed the video

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @Chrispour26
    @Chrispour263 жыл бұрын

    Always put the chains on the front wheels guys (except for rear wheel drive cars)..... you need the increased steering traction. Keep up the good work!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    It seems chains on the front vs rear are a hot topic, with the only real answer being chains on all four. We rationalized that steering traction didn't matter if we couldn't get any forward momentum, and on such a steep hill all of our weight was mostly on the rear.

  • @rfoxyou
    @rfoxyou3 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos. Plz keep then coming.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Richard!

  • @miyke5975
    @miyke59753 жыл бұрын

    Couple goals.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching Mike!

  • @rocoterra5184
    @rocoterra51843 жыл бұрын

    Strawberry Park! I used to work there! (Needed an alignment once a month..haha) It can get super hairy on that road in a storm!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    It was fine coming in but definitely caught us off guard trying to leave! It was very entertaining watching the shuttle driver give it ALL of the tomatoes to make it up...

  • @robertmarion4457
    @robertmarion44573 жыл бұрын

    Safe travels

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Robert!

  • @TimTheTowman
    @TimTheTowman3 жыл бұрын

    I knew you'd love that hot springs! Chains? I suppose those kind work in a pinch.. But , As A towtruck operator here in Eastern Oregon and considering the weight of your rig, I recommend a Real set of cam lock style chains.. Yes, they will be a little more bulky.. But, they will be stronger , last longer and offer a better bite in icy conditions.. Once you install them a couple of times it's not really that big a deal.. Like a five minute job.. Id hate to hear something bad happened so soon after building your camper.. Looking forward to the next video! How is the wifi setup working? Who is the provider and what is the data plan like? How much was the equipment? Dig that it operates on 12v..

  • @TimTheTowman

    @TimTheTowman

    3 жыл бұрын

    Also, if you do ever put them on the front, be mindful of how well they fit.. any loose bits in the inside of the tire can snag on ABS wires and brake lines...

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the advice Tim! If we end up putting ourselves in this situation much more we will definitely be upgrading.

  • @atl35brv
    @atl35brv3 жыл бұрын

    You should check in with Chrome from Vancity Vanlife. He had a a moisture problem too with his bed and bought this thin barrier to put beneath his bed that allows air to pass through. Check with him. Enjoy your adventures

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We have a product called den dry underneath that allows quite a bit of air to pass through! The issue is the metal rivet heads cause the moisture to condense and pool, so if there is any moisture in the camper at all it is going to puddle in a way that air movement just can't evaporate.

  • @garretlewis4103
    @garretlewis41032 жыл бұрын

    Wow, a hot springs and Riley didn’t talk about naked people. Does that mean there were naked people and he was embarrassed to talk about it? 😀😀

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Clothing is optional after dark, so we got out of there! 😂

  • @ftkinsella
    @ftkinsella3 жыл бұрын

    Hey guys great video. Man I love the whiteouts while on the lifts. Not so much heading down the hill. That hot spring looked very clean and nice. So your travelling home is a hotspot? Ever make it a hotbox? Hahahahaha ❤️🇨🇦❤️ Cheers!!!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    While we are in Colorado it remains solely a hotspot... 😂

  • @peterlogovik8935
    @peterlogovik89353 жыл бұрын

    I am so jelious! That lifestyle looks awesome! stay same guys

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Peter!

  • @briansmith-wp5qn
    @briansmith-wp5qn3 жыл бұрын

    The skinny pedal lol. Its also the loud pedal.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    It was more of a silent pedal on the new Grand Cherokee 😂

  • @ScottHampshire
    @ScottHampshire3 жыл бұрын

    If you keep seeing issues with moisture under the mattress, I've seen several people have really good luck with the Froli system in their campers/RVs when they use it in conjunction with the normal waffle layer.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip Scott! Now that the thermal bridge is broken it doesn't appear to be any issue any more.

  • @guylongley1573
    @guylongley15733 жыл бұрын

    Pizza pizza Ricky Bobby! At least you guys remember your bathing suits. Hot springs incident just adds a little adventure. 😁

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Clothing is optional after dark at Strawberry... 😉

  • @guylongley1573

    @guylongley1573

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes That's scary know body wants to see an old fat guy .😂😂

  • @d-arts7139
    @d-arts71393 жыл бұрын

    you got your snow! i was worried when the pup started going in that hole!!

  • @Alan62651

    @Alan62651

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thankfully, Boone did NOT meet a wild resident in that snow hole.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    The original video has audio of me yelling "Boone stop it you're going to get your face bit off..." 😂

  • @d-arts7139

    @d-arts7139

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes lol

  • @d-arts7139

    @d-arts7139

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@Alan62651 exactly!

  • @MZ-bl6wg
    @MZ-bl6wg Жыл бұрын

    I promise you getting a 2nd set of chains , you want chains on all 4 wheels 4wd of not becasue the chains allow you to steer better on ice and stop . Always buy 4 chains for 4 tires

  • @OutOfOfficeCamping
    @OutOfOfficeCamping3 жыл бұрын

    Another great adventure! Thank you. We've been wondering how the camper build has been holding up. All those extreme temps and snow definitely are a true test as to what works! How has the diesel heater been working out temp wise? We're considering one for our build or the Dickinson. - Mark (& Teresa)

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    The diesel heater has been amazing thus far and we would highly recommend it! Low maintenance, easy to use and doesn't require anything other than filling the truck up with fuel. It uses hardly any fuel and can cook us out if we don't put it down to low before going to bed (we also leave a roof vent open and the fan on during the night to prevent moisture build up and it keeps up no problem).

  • @OutOfOfficeCamping

    @OutOfOfficeCamping

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes Thank you. We've heard they can cook you out. LOL.. Mark (& Teresa)

  • @shanglin722
    @shanglin7223 жыл бұрын

    2 cute puppy

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    They are the best!

  • @joncsakany6580
    @joncsakany65803 жыл бұрын

    Love the truck but tell Ryan to fix his gaper gap(there gap between his goggles and his helmet) haha

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    He is actually quite amused by how much the internet is bothered by his gap... 😂

  • @jeremywilliams8212
    @jeremywilliams82123 жыл бұрын

    My wife and I need to get out West to check out some Hot Springs. She is Japanese, so Hot Springs (Onsens) are a must!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We had no idea how many we would run into along our trip! Some have been better than others but it has always been a fun adventure!

  • @richardgabbert6848
    @richardgabbert68483 жыл бұрын

    I walked through my yard yesterday and mud literally squirted up onto my pants from all the rain we've had. So please understand that I hate you just a little right now. Great videos though, y'all are master builders

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    The snow definitely presents it's own issues, but I will always choose anything over mud...

  • @niellangner3668
    @niellangner36683 жыл бұрын

    Shake en Bake!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Boone said he's the shake and Bailey's the bake...

  • @wendellharker6690
    @wendellharker66903 жыл бұрын

    To mush fun.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @Nicky.Stiles
    @Nicky.Stiles3 жыл бұрын

    Riley’s “gaper gap” is impressive.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    So we've been told... luckily he isn't phased by much 😂

  • @sandrajmo9008
    @sandrajmo90083 жыл бұрын

    Hola! Los seguimos con mi esposo desde la ciudad de Punta Arenas, Chile, Sudamérica. Pueden activar los subtítulos en español en sus videos ?? Felicitaciones por su gran trabajo !

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sandrika! I will try to do that right now (last time I couldn't make it work but I will try again).

  • @Defender110SLO
    @Defender110SLO3 жыл бұрын

    Seams you have snow all the time🍻

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    I swear it hasn't stopped snowing since we left on the trip!

  • @Defender110SLO

    @Defender110SLO

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes Realy looks like that. 🍻

  • @ShadKS18XL
    @ShadKS18XL3 жыл бұрын

    Have you considered to try EUC? It is a lot like 🎿 , but you can ride it at summer and basically anywhere... Checkout Veteran Sherman EUC.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the suggestion, we'll have to check it out!

  • @johnguertin5054
    @johnguertin50543 жыл бұрын

    yay Boon has a face rest! Tillamook ice cream is the BEST (saw Tillamook smoething in the box) . Have you tried it? And yes chains on the rear..otherwise your a$$ will pass your nose when you brake on ice

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Oh yes Tillamook is a family favorite around here!

  • @johnguertin5054

    @johnguertin5054

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes we went to the factory and my dog ate 100lbs of cheese off the floor at the sample station

  • @lagmonger
    @lagmonger3 жыл бұрын

    When in doubt, throttle out!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Always!

  • @lenward474
    @lenward4743 жыл бұрын

    Check out insty connect by a long term rver. Specs impressive.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip, we'll have to check it out!

  • @brucestephenson5962
    @brucestephenson59623 жыл бұрын

    Time for a wheel upgrade.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We are planning the wheel and tire upgrade right now!

  • @jeeperman19
    @jeeperman193 жыл бұрын

    Yeah if you only have 1 pair they are supposed to go on primary drive axle. You"guessed" right but if planting to drive lots of snow get a 2nd set . Coolest build so far

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We had had several prior conversations about it and done quite a bit of research. Like you said the correct answer really is chains on all four, but hopefully we won't be doing much more slipping and sliding this trip!

  • @swheeler4009

    @swheeler4009

    3 жыл бұрын

    What kind of chains did you use

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@swheeler4009 These are the chains we have! Security Chain Company SZ492 Super Z8 8mm Commercial and Light Truck Tire Traction Chain - Set of 2 www.amazon.com/dp/B002KQI55E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_ZWKWW07BD1BCG3R7EAWX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

  • @fndiver
    @fndiver3 жыл бұрын

    Entenmann donuts are the best!!!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    They were delicious with coffee in the morning! 🙌🏻

  • @edwardakin7243
    @edwardakin72432 жыл бұрын

    Did you get to change the front end back

  • @David_11111
    @David_111113 жыл бұрын

    yay

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    😃

  • @DuddiesAdventure
    @DuddiesAdventure3 жыл бұрын

    Great episode! I would much rather watch yall have fun in the snow then survive another Texas Polar Vortex! HaHa Random question for you and Riley, Do yall have any recommendation for design programs for "Non-Engineers" ( That may or may not be bad at math, and with computers) to design a Overland/ Expedition box for a truck? Great episode and yall be safe out there! Yalls Dogs are so awesome!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad we were able to provide some distraction, and we are even more glad to hear you made it out safely! That is a bit of a tricky question, we use Solidworks which I think can be learned by anyone but it is expensive. We have friends who have had good luck with Fusion360, it is not free but I believe it is rather inexpensive. For 2D stuff I like to design with Inkscape, which is completely free and very easy to use (with lots of tutorial videos available).

  • @DuddiesAdventure

    @DuddiesAdventure

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes Thank you! Great information, I will do some research on those and see what will work best for me.

  • @richb8061
    @richb80613 жыл бұрын

    Mmmm Donuts !!! 😂

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    They didn't make it past that night... 😂

  • @rshanep5226
    @rshanep52263 жыл бұрын

    Chains on front so you have steering traction. Diesel motor provides p,ent of weight for traction.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    The hill was so steep we were not confident that would provide enough traction! I think the real answer is to carry 4 sets of chains!

  • @jasontroudt5614
    @jasontroudt56143 жыл бұрын

    Great video series! Did you foam fill the cross members that were causing the thermal bridging? Do you feel this would help?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for following. We did not foam fill those cross members. I have seen this method discussed but I can't imagine that actually helping with thermal bridging. I think the thermal energy would still be conducted right past the foam.

  • @alphamontoto2047
    @alphamontoto20473 жыл бұрын

    Great video 👍 What was the name brand of those chains you used?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Here is a link to the chains we purchased! It was important to us to get something we could put on while the truck was stuck (not drive over). amzn.to/2P1tuAR

  • @edsbrainedsbrain
    @edsbrainedsbrain3 жыл бұрын

    We’re you guys just driving from Gunnison up to Crested Butte? Great rig!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Riley picked up his parents at the Gunnison airport and we are in Crested Butte for the next week!

  • @R.T.Schaefer
    @R.T.Schaefer3 жыл бұрын

    HOT-TIP for ya! Often times when you see a porta-potty with a combo lock on it, that the "porta-potty company" put on... The code will be the last 4 digits of the phone number on the side of the unit. Just so the crew using it won't forget the combo. LOL

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    That is an excellent tip, thanks for sharing!

  • @TheMortells
    @TheMortells3 жыл бұрын

    How is the WiFi set up working and what SIM card are y'all using? We are trying to figure out our working from camper set up and running off my phone data isn't going to be good enough long term.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Shoot me an email and I’ll give you all the details! courtney@trailtestedmfg.com

  • @EarthRoamingAdventures

    @EarthRoamingAdventures

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes @Mortells We use the same Mofi for a couple of years now with the we-boost antenna , apart from the usual use it allows all our perimeter cameras to send us live video alerts if anyone gets to close and monitors the internal pet cam with temp readout etc. for the cats. The nice thing is you can also tether a phone for a backup system.

  • @dmwi1549

    @dmwi1549

    3 жыл бұрын

    Wifi info too please? I’ll email. Investigating this vs my 2019 Sprinter Wifi connection.

  • @adamton7274

    @adamton7274

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@dmwi1549 hit me up if you think this solution will work for you I've got a sim4 model if you want to make an offer I got the sim7 when I switched to TMobile to try and get 5g they both work the same though ..

  • @BrettGadient

    @BrettGadient

    3 жыл бұрын

    MOFI works ok but the modems that are in it are yesterday's news. (Pretty slow) Also, you want $25 unlimited Verizon data with no throttling, Visible Wireless

  • @alphamontoto2047
    @alphamontoto20473 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the link to the chains. 👍 Did you place the chains on the front and rear wheels?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    That is a very controversial topic! Some say the front for steering traction, others say they should go on the tires with the most weight on them. The hill was so steep we were going up that we decided on the rear for the most possible traction because of the weight of the camper. In our opinion steering traction is worthless if you can't have forward momentum. I think the real answer is buy a set of 4 and put them on all tires, we just didn't want to have to carry another set as they are heavy and bulky.

  • @alphamontoto2047

    @alphamontoto2047

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks again. That's what I figured I will be buying a set of four even though I have a dually. 😁

  • @jerredwayne8401
    @jerredwayne84013 жыл бұрын

    Was that keep the wolves away i heard?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    I should start adding the names of the songs I use to the descriptions!

  • @d-arts7139
    @d-arts71393 жыл бұрын

    360?!? omg! it looks so fast when youre driving, but im sure its the camera lens!

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    It felt pretty fast... 😂

  • @d-arts7139

    @d-arts7139

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes just had to pull brother out of snow. told him not to go there. im pulling and pulling. asked him if the brake was off, several times. well, it was on...

  • @rogerparsons5148
    @rogerparsons51483 жыл бұрын

    Can you add the information on the internet gadget you just got? Model and link to it would be awesome.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Here you go! amzn.to/37yzuHA

  • @hrm350694
    @hrm3506943 жыл бұрын

    You need a light bar at least.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's on the list... just very low on the list 😉

  • @stevenbathurst7027
    @stevenbathurst70273 жыл бұрын

    Too bad you could not add an extra 3 feet on the back of truck for a washer dryer and flushing toilet. I thought about a truck camper but too small of a space for everything, I’m setting a 20 foot lance towable 4 season. Towable to have disadvantages but more comfortable.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    I believe you can order a Global Expedition Vehicle with a combo washer/dryer. A trailer definitely has more room for amenities but would make winter camping much harder as almost every campsite is closed!

  • @juanpinto5743
    @juanpinto57433 жыл бұрын

    Florida driver here, but when I’ve driven in snow and needed chains, I’ve used 4. Am I missing something? Do you only carry 2 chains?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm sure 4 would have been better? But the truck has snow tires and most road conditions don't require chains. Chains for 37" tires are quite large and bulky so we only carry one set.

  • @RV_with_Noni_and_Beard

    @RV_with_Noni_and_Beard

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm from Minnesota. If you ever need 2 chains then you really need 4.

  • @bosse641
    @bosse6413 жыл бұрын

    Did you get a good internet connection ?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes it has been amazing so far!

  • @1963SMITTY
    @1963SMITTY3 жыл бұрын

    Did you say strawberry hot springs?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes they were amazing!

  • @loufaolla
    @loufaolla3 жыл бұрын

    you guys are soooooo adorbs. why didn't you just camp overnight at the hot springs?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    I had the same thought... But they do not allow camping and were going to require us to call a tow truck!

  • @loufaolla

    @loufaolla

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes - ha! it's a blizzard. go ahead call the tow truck lol. LUV your build. would be great if you guys sold plans of your build. then you could sell kits of plasma cut parts to lazy bums like me who would just prefer to assemble from a kit

  • @rajgarg555
    @rajgarg5553 жыл бұрын

    How many NM torque and bhp of ur truck

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    I can give you the American specs! It is 370 horsepower and 800 lb-ft.

  • @leomossn
    @leomossn3 жыл бұрын

    I really want to travel, but I don't have the time

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We know that that feeling! This is the first time we have made time to travel in 5 years.

  • @doug3512
    @doug35123 жыл бұрын

    Those tires aren't good on ice or snow (offroad tires are not snow tires, ask the jeep guy). A set of Blizzak snow tires will blow your mind.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! If we ever end up living somewhere with a real winter I'm sure we will end up investing in a set!

  • @mrPGnehm
    @mrPGnehm3 жыл бұрын

    Hey, I love watching your series! If you have time, head east over to Winter Park next and ski the Jane. There is also a really cool backcountry hut that you should be able to get to for free called the Broome Hut. Check it out at grandhuts.org

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We skied Winter Park last week and it was amazing! It snowed while we were there and the Mary Jane side was a blast!

  • @mrPGnehm

    @mrPGnehm

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes That's awesome 👍 Glad you had fun there. 😊

  • @barrysoutthere
    @barrysoutthere3 жыл бұрын

    I need chains.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    They were awesome for getting us out of that (anti) sticky situation!

  • @micahc9509
    @micahc95093 жыл бұрын

    Be careful y’all !! This was a scary video I used to live in snow, we would slide everywhere.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We're hoping to not do much more sliding on this trip!

  • @petercarver79
    @petercarver793 жыл бұрын

    what's your other dog's name?

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Bailey!

  • @75kwbsrdds
    @75kwbsrdds3 жыл бұрын

    Must be nice to be able to live off of your parents and not be bothered with the burden of getting a job. Drive on!!!! 🤙

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We are so incredibly lucky to have extremely supportive parents! They did everything they could to set us up for success BUT our financial situation is the result of 16 hour days, sacrifices (including moving out of our house every weekend for 5 years) and a burning desire to do cool shit.

  • @isheanopa9655
    @isheanopa96553 жыл бұрын

    Why was the dog sad

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    He has such sad eyes sometimes!

  • @isheanopa9655

    @isheanopa9655

    3 жыл бұрын

    Oh my dog keeps bieng sad because 😥he gave birth to puppies and one of them died😢

  • @skruface
    @skruface3 жыл бұрын

    Probably don't want to wire up that sensitive electrical equipment without a pure sine wave inverter. ;)

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    The Mofi router is 12V DC so we wired it into our DC system and no longer have it plugged into the inverter... but at the time pizza was a much larger priority 😉

  • @J297WFD
    @J297WFD3 жыл бұрын

    Comment

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @ehbee4707
    @ehbee47073 жыл бұрын

    invest in a froli. don't take my word for it, you're researchers. do it. buy it. live moisture free in a your camper.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    We have heard great things about the Froli! However, we would like to prevent the root issue and stop the thermal bridging to begin with. That way there won't be moisture accumulation concerns that needs to be monitored!

  • @ehbee4707

    @ehbee4707

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmbitionStrikes understandable. definitely continue to monitor the underside of your mattress. i stay in a truck camper while at work and religiously love the froli. i found that the cold underside of the cab-over, meeting warm, moist air of humans sleeping on top creates moisture under the mattress during the colder months. if you do start to notice moisture occurring, having an elevated mattress to circulate the air will eliminate any condensation. best of luck:)

  • @martinmiller1087
    @martinmiller10873 жыл бұрын

    I entered a really great comment, but got a message that it was too long - edit it. Too bad you didn't get to read the hilariously epic, educational comment. I know better now and won't waste my time again with a serious comment. Short, sweet and frivolous like most others in the future. Too bad, not a venue for serious dialogue or creative writing. ... Stay safe.

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Short and sweet, just like me... just kidding I'm tall and quite feisty. 😉

  • @teg8279
    @teg82793 жыл бұрын

    Doesn’t your forehead get chilly

  • @AmbitionStrikes

    @AmbitionStrikes

    3 жыл бұрын

    He is rather unfazed by it... 😂