The Retired Nomad
The Retired Nomad
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Places we visited
Places we visited
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Видео

Lithium Upgrade
Просмотров 16910 месяцев назад
How I swapped batteries on my Pocket
MY SOLIS POCKET VAN MODIFICATIONS AND ADVENTURES
Просмотров 15 тыс.Год назад
See my latest van mods and adventures in the PNW #vanlife
Ocean shores, WA
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Ocean shores, WA
Lovell Canyon and the Solis Pocket
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 года назад
First trip in the camper van.
Trout fishing in Las Vegas
Просмотров 6392 года назад
Catching trout in newly stocked lake 2021
Solo Camping In Volcano Hawaii
Просмотров 8082 года назад
Can you camp in Hawaii Volcano National Park, YES
Hawaii Volcano National Park Campground
Просмотров 2562 года назад
Hawaii Volcano National Park Campground
Kalapana Hawaii Ride 4K
Просмотров 992 года назад
Kalapana Hawaii Ride 4K
Solo camping trip at the beach in Hawaii
Просмотров 6752 года назад
Solo camping trip at the beach in Hawaii
Beautiful Hawaiian Beaches
Просмотров 292 года назад
Beautiful Hawaiian Beaches
Swimming with fish in Hawaii
Просмотров 682 года назад
Swimming with fish in Hawaii
Blackhawk water bucket operation
Просмотров 253 года назад
Blackhawk water bucket operation
Holy Stone HS720E Drone first flight
Просмотров 443 года назад
Holy Stone HS720E Drone first flight
Ice palace, Hawaii
Просмотров 2387 лет назад
Ice palace, Hawaii
Pipeline December 25 2016
Просмотров 8167 лет назад
Pipeline December 25 2016

Комментарии

  • @pabloreyes108
    @pabloreyes108 6 дней назад

    I like your dining booth set up. where did you find that booth?

  • @Appalachia02
    @Appalachia02 4 месяца назад

    Hello. I will be renting a Solis in a month. I am trying to figure out a mount for my tablet whether on the windshield or in a cup holder. Do you have a suggestion?

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 4 месяца назад

      I don’t use my ipad while driving, sorry I don’t know.

  • @mikelabree
    @mikelabree 5 месяцев назад

    How wide is the bed side to side like that?

  • @firstis6889
    @firstis6889 8 месяцев назад

    Really helpful. I'm looking at the Solis but was curious about upgrades. Thank you

  • @velox03
    @velox03 9 месяцев назад

    Great mod, I have seen others install it in the cab. But I do like how you added the heat blanket and wrapped it. Very clean!

    • @velox03
      @velox03 9 месяцев назад

      Forgot to add my question, how much more time/energy do you get with the upgraded lithium?

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 9 месяцев назад

      Thanks! 👍

  • @JimsGuitarGarage
    @JimsGuitarGarage 10 месяцев назад

    Nice upgrade Mikey!

  • @davidbodie544
    @davidbodie544 Год назад

    Are you satisfied with the quality of the cabinetry? I know they are more plain than the ones in the Travato but are they still solid and will they hold up over the years?

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      Not to happy. Cabinet on the right side started sagging and had the add more screws. I don’t think it can handle the weight. Definitely got to reinspect every so often

  • @nancydwyer3850
    @nancydwyer3850 Год назад

    Can’t take the nasal sounds

  • @janetg14
    @janetg14 Год назад

    When you sped up your video when you were writing it spooked me wasn’t expecting that LOL 😂 nice van and modifications. I’m looking at this van to hopefully purchase one day

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      If I could do it over I would get one with a shower and toilet. Because I live in mines full time.

  • @sonofamountain2862
    @sonofamountain2862 Год назад

    How’s the cell service up there??

  • @mavilla221
    @mavilla221 Год назад

    I love everything about this design. My husband fears we wouldn’t have enough battery 🪫 to run a/c overnight in AZ : (

  • @dmagz7023
    @dmagz7023 Год назад

    Great video what size of generator do you use for the van 🚐? Also how long can you run the A/C with it thanks

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      2200i and can run about 8 hours

    • @dmagz7023
      @dmagz7023 Год назад

      Thank you I’m looking into getting the same Van 🚐

    • @newfiegirl8526
      @newfiegirl8526 Год назад

      @@dmagz7023 I also have a Solis Pocket and I love it!

    • @davidparker8309
      @davidparker8309 8 месяцев назад

      8 hours one a full tank of gas? Then you need to refill the tank and run it again?

  • @MrRob913
    @MrRob913 Год назад

    Love the content. Keep ‘em coming 👍

  • @dparker8457
    @dparker8457 Год назад

    You look like you are really enjoying your life.

  • @MarathonMindy
    @MarathonMindy Год назад

    What real camping looks like with one of these vans. Thank you so much. Tired of the perfect instagram stages

  • @BloomByCC
    @BloomByCC Год назад

    Great use of every nook and cranny!

  • @dbeskan
    @dbeskan Год назад

    Good job! Enjoyed this video. This 🚐 with your mods suits your needs. 😊

  • @Paulygoku
    @Paulygoku Год назад

    great set up man

  • @sunniejean5125
    @sunniejean5125 Год назад

    I just bought a Pocket after stalking it for 2 years. I love your video. It's given me a lot of cool ideas. Thank you. But I need to ask where did you get the TV mount? What brand is it?

  • @askmisscotton
    @askmisscotton Год назад

    This video brought me so much joy… thanks for sharing 😊

  • @source5729
    @source5729 Год назад

    Love your energy 😊

  • @spencecameron8838
    @spencecameron8838 Год назад

    Thank you the video. We also have a pocket. Love it, the size is perfect for the two of us and our dog. I too have added a few mods: an awning from Thule, two small solar panels on either side of the AC from Zamp, they are 45 watts each. A front step on the driver’s side from Winnebago that matches the passenger side, Travato has them as standard. Other than that just little storage items. My yearly insurance from Progessive is $450.

  • @KoolaupokoMarine
    @KoolaupokoMarine Год назад

    14%… yessah! frank the tank

  • @KCChief808
    @KCChief808 Год назад

    Awesome video Micheal 🤙🏽🤙🏽

  • @eddieburnes
    @eddieburnes Год назад

    I was thinking about buying a pocket but then found out it doesn't have a generator or lithium and no hot water; after watching your video I knew that this van isn't a right fit for me, ill probably go with a thor rize. Love your video though and glad it works for you! 😃

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      I thought it fit me with price and all.

    • @eddieburnes
      @eddieburnes Год назад

      @@theretirednomad8801 I totally get it! It’s definitely the cheapest option out of all the vans I’ve seen which is what attracted me to it

  • @jeriissaved
    @jeriissaved Год назад

    Loved your video and all the modifications!

  • @yeseniarivas8668
    @yeseniarivas8668 Год назад

    Café Bustelo! Buen provecho ☕ Stay Safe! Blessings from 🇵🇷

  • @TrishBenedict
    @TrishBenedict Год назад

    “…because I pretend that I exercise when I’m in the van.”😂😂😂 It’s a very full little van, and I’m impressed at how well organized it is! We have a Travato G and I really want to downsize to a Pocket. I think they are so well thought out in so many ways that the Travato is not.

  • @visshukaka11
    @visshukaka11 Год назад

    I like your mods, can you please share list of all mods? And how much each cost you? How much it take to install or procure? How did you install? Professional or on your own? And where you got those mods? Meaning, website or city etc

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      Can’t say for sure. It’s been to many.

    • @visshukaka11
      @visshukaka11 Год назад

      @@theretirednomad8801 but you could give me at lease couple!

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      @@visshukaka11 the awning, ladder, tire carrier, storage box, tires , sumo springs and winch was installed by a shop. Everything else I did. Most items was found on the internet. Shipped to my house then went to a local shop for the install.

  • @carlen4793
    @carlen4793 Год назад

    😃 p̾r̾o̾m̾o̾s̾m̾

  • @yukia2308
    @yukia2308 Год назад

    How do you handle the heat? I know you cant run AC without shore power, but dang it looks hot.

  • @williamstinson5347
    @williamstinson5347 Год назад

    Take a worm future air in it and hold on

  • @billwentz5014
    @billwentz5014 Год назад

    We bought a pocket about a month ago. Starting to feel like retirement around here. It drives like a dream, reasonably good milage. My wife, my dog and I sleep very comfortably. All the comforts of home, but outside. A life changing purchase. We love it!

  • @JoePAcalaughs
    @JoePAcalaughs Год назад

    Ballpark on insurance for the pocket?

  • @FourEyez1
    @FourEyez1 Год назад

    You said the name of the manufature of the cargo box hanging off the back of your rig. Do you have a link to it?

  • @cjmiller9557
    @cjmiller9557 Год назад

    I would like to plug my solar panel into the zamp plug on the outside have you found an adapter? Zamp wants to charge $45 for a cord and I’m not willing to pay that.

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      Found this on Amazon

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      SolarEnz DC8mm Female to SAE Connector Perfectly Compatible with Solar Panel Solar Plug Outlet RV Solar Plug Power Pack Portable Power

  • @cjmiller9557
    @cjmiller9557 Год назад

    I would like to plug my solar panel into the zamp plug on the outside have you found an adapter? Zamp wants to charge $45 for a cord and I’m not willing to pay that.

  • @lo8337
    @lo8337 Год назад

    I love all the mods you've made. The Solis Pocket is my dream van.

  • @georgedominguez5368
    @georgedominguez5368 Год назад

    Love it :) thanks

  • @nyjunie1941
    @nyjunie1941 Год назад

    Beautiful area. Where is it?

  • @ninabjrge-hansen9438
    @ninabjrge-hansen9438 Год назад

    Hi. Where did you get the big packpack, on the back of your van? I want one, but cant find it anywhere 🙂

  • @ranchodarryl
    @ranchodarryl Год назад

    Good video, watched the whole thing, felt like I was camping with you...lol I pick up my Solis Pocket this week!

    • @theretirednomad8801
      @theretirednomad8801 Год назад

      I’m planning on making a new video showing all my mods and ideas. Congratulations on your pocket.

  • @mrbenis3168
    @mrbenis3168 2 года назад

    Responsible thoughtful RUclips posters would remember such details as to where they fished. For those looking for a place where there are lots of trout try Eagle Valley reservoir which is just east of Pioche NV They have cabins and great camping area. There’s also Echo Canyon which is also just east of Pioche Nevada on the same road This lake kind of looks like the Upper Pahranagat Lake Or Maybe Key Pittman reserve.

    • @jimdillard2180
      @jimdillard2180 Год назад

      This place is wayne e kirch, which is just a little over 3 hours north of las vegas, it has 4 ponds there. shore fishing is limited to just a few places. That small group of trees that you see in the background (just right of the mountain) is the Dave Deacon campground.

  • @mentalmadness5402
    @mentalmadness5402 2 года назад

    Thinking about getting a Solis Pocket. What do you think about the bed?

  • @jerrimartin6947
    @jerrimartin6947 2 года назад

    Loved your video. I have been interested in getting the Pocket as it fits what I want and can fit in my driveway and be legal to city requirements regarding RV rules.

  • @robertcausey6306
    @robertcausey6306 2 года назад

    Is that cold creek ?

  • @winkwink2u
    @winkwink2u 2 года назад

    Your freezer isn't closed! Its not shut! Dang.

    • @mygypsyadventure3610
      @mygypsyadventure3610 2 года назад

      Yeah I saw that too and thought that will be a very expensive lesson one day when all that meat is lost on one hot summer day.

  • @reaval5834
    @reaval5834 2 года назад

    Keep on making videos about your trips. Thinking about the pocket or the 59P. Bathroom inside or no bathroom with the Pocket. Hmmmm ? Safe Travels

  • @ChanceP
    @ChanceP 2 года назад

    Wanna see more videos on your trips with this van... very nice van btw!

  • @Antandthegrasshopper
    @Antandthegrasshopper 2 года назад

    Nice setup however I feel van life is bit overrated. I'd rather drive my car, and stay in an AirBnb or camp. At $100 a day, it'll take 200 weeks to payoff this van!