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A truck towing a fifth-wheel trailer experiences a series of mechanical failures while traveling through Arizona.0:10 The trouble begins with a faulty wheel speed sensor, which triggers an ABS warning light.10:21 After a diagnostic check, the owner identifies a failing wheel hub and bearing assembly on the front left side.12:04 A local mechanic assists in replacing the hub, but the repair reveals a secondary issue: a seized brake caliper.20:39 The friction from the seized caliper causes the wheel hub to overheat, necessitating a second repair to replace the brake component.21:26 The crew performs these repairs while boondocking at a Harvest Host animal sanctuary and later at a KOA campground near Picacho.8:27 During the process, the crew also manages a minor collision that breaks a rear window while maneuvering the rig into a campsite.23:17 The experience highlights the frequent, unplanned maintenance required during long-term RV travel.

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