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Lauren Lawliss
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Welcome to my channel!
My name is Lauren and I am self-converting my 2022 Ram ProMaster (2500, 159” wheelbase, high top) to be my dream home on wheels.
Follow my journey to learn more about what van life is, how you can pursue van life, how to do your own van build and see what life on the road is like. Once my build is complete, I will be living, working and traveling full time on the road.
I hope to inspire and educate others about van life.
Join me on this crazy journey!
My name is Lauren and I am self-converting my 2022 Ram ProMaster (2500, 159” wheelbase, high top) to be my dream home on wheels.
Follow my journey to learn more about what van life is, how you can pursue van life, how to do your own van build and see what life on the road is like. Once my build is complete, I will be living, working and traveling full time on the road.
I hope to inspire and educate others about van life.
Join me on this crazy journey!
Tongue & Groove Ceiling | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 16 | Van Life
Tongue & Groove Ceiling | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 16 | Van Life
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Van Build & Life UPDATE | Where have I been!? | What have I done!? | What's NEXT!?
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Scopema Swivel Seat | The Swivel Shop | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 15 | Van Life | Nomad Life
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Scopema Swivel Seat | The Swivel Shop | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 15 | Van Life | Nomad Life
Composite Roof Deck | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 14 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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Composite Roof Deck | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 14 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
Flatline Van Co Side Ladder Install | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 13 | Van Life
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Flatline Van Co Side Ladder Install | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 13 | Van Life
What Batteries are right for YOUR Camper Van Electrical Install? | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series
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How my DIY Camper Van Electrical System Captures, Stores and Uses Power | Ram ProMaster Van Build
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How my DIY Camper Van Electrical System Captures, Stores and Uses Power | Ram ProMaster Van Build
DIY Camper Van Electrical Install START TO FINISH w/EXPLORIST.Life Wiring Kits | Van Build Series 12
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DIY Camper Van Electrical Install START TO FINISH w/EXPLORIST.Life Wiring Kits | Van Build Series 12
Pre-Wiring 12v DC & 120v AC | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 11 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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Pre-Wiring 12v DC & 120v AC | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 11 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
Flatline Van Co Roof Rack | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 10 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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Flatline Van Co Roof Rack | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 10 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
U-Shape Convertible Bed | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 9 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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U-Shape Convertible Bed | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 9 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
3M Thinsulate Insulation | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 8 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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3M Thinsulate Insulation | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 8 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
Wall Furring Strips w/Plus Nuts | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 7 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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Wall Furring Strips w/Plus Nuts | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 7 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
Install the PERFECT Subfloor | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 6 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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Install the PERFECT Subfloor | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 6 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
Kilmat Sound Deadening | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 5 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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Kilmat Sound Deadening | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 5 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
Van Windows Direct Sliding Door Window | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 4 | Solo Female Van Life
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Motion Windows Bunk Installation | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 3 | Solo Female Van Life
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Motion Windows Bunk Installation | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 3 | Solo Female Van Life
MaxxAir Fan Installation | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 2 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler
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Which Van Is Right For YOU? | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler | Ram ProMaster
Why I Am Pursuing Van Life | Solo Female Traveler | Ram ProMaster
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Why I Am Pursuing Van Life | Solo Female Traveler | Ram ProMaster
The Start of a NEW Chapter | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler | Ram ProMaster
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The Start of a NEW Chapter | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler | Ram ProMaster
where did you buy the windows, thank you!
Amazing 😮
Hello there All. The materiel included battery's Whats the cost ? Roughly
Is one roof fan in the middle + one roof AC in the back recommended?
You have one of the better channels about camper conversion, but I don’t understand why you place insulation in the beams rather than over them. The sheet metal is connected to the outer metal, so cold easily transfers through to the bare steel without insulation. To the inside. Cold blank metal will cause condensation. The interior insulation doesn’t prevent the thermal bridge, and could even block drainage routes. The same issue applies to the doors. They aren’t properly sealed, which allows water to get in.
make video quality more better so experience the visuals more realistic
This was one of my first videos when I didn’t know what I didn’t know. I now upload in better quality 😊
L❤ve from THE ROAD TRIP
💖💖💖
Bravo. I've enjoyed the 2 1/2 videos I've watched so far. You were comfortable with your tools, gave reasons why you were using a particular method and then explained the assembly process clearly. All key to a good instructional video. One thing I would suggest that could be helpful to you. Two piece aluminum cutting guides. Together they form a straight edge that is 8'6" long. Individually you have two pieces 4'3" long. Used in conjunction with your circular saw it does the job of a table saw and panel saw. With slightly more Set up involved. It is hard to push large sheet goods through a tablesaw without surrounding accessory tables. A panel saw is the ticket. However this aluminum cutting guide, several manufacturers make them, Steps in for both tools. It would've helped when you ripped your furring strips, as well as doing your component pieces that were too large to comfortably rip On a table saw. I look forward to watching the rest of your videos. Do good and have a good time on the road.
Omg, you are amazing.
For the ribs run a piece of wire with a string attached to a loop in end. Attach oversized piece of thinsulate to string. Pull wire then string thru length of rib followed by attached thinsulate. Using Oversize width of thinsulate will allow it to fill interior dpace of beam.
Wanted to watch but wish one would have their own talk cadence…. It distracted me.
🌷Thank You🌻 ❤❤❤❤❤
Great description and fun video
Thank you 🤗
Very well done video!
Thank you very much!
with your hair up like that you're probably 6'6" :P thanks for all of the videos literally explaining the 8,000+ things i've been wondering.
Haha yeah, sometimes my high buns touch the ceiling. Glad you have found the videos helpful!
Ive learned so much from your videos, and all your points are valid. Im planning on getting a Promaster and doing a no build build or minimal build but I want insulation and I was stressing on how to get all the angles. I love the shape of the Promaster's vertical walls, but it still has a lot of angles. I just want to find the least toxic best holding glue.
Glad you like the videos! Best of luck on whatever you choose to do :)
You r amazing 👏🙏💒⚒️🧰🍻🎸🥰🇨🇦👍👌
Appreciate it!!
I only can say thank you with tears. It’s just my husband said he would pay for it. But, I would have to do it my self. Now I believe I can
You can do it!! I believe in you.
Thank you
You’re welcome ☺️
Thank you for explaining all this. And not charging by writing a book.
Happy to help 🫶🏻
Link to wire kit is broken
Thanks for letting me know! I’ll get that fixed!
I love the play doe idea, no matter how much I measure it’s always off a little.
The play dough trick has helped me so much!
By far the most detailed video out there. You go so far into detail it’s almost annoying but you coverd absolutely everything. Thankyou
Haha I find it annoying when I edit the videos too but I am glad you find it helpful!!!
I so admire the courage you have in tackling, then clearly explaining, every step of every process. Your videos are an incredible resource for my van build; thank you for making them!
Thank you for the kind words. I am glad I can lend a helping hand!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND INSTRUCTIONS, WILL FOLLOW UP TO DO MY 1982 FORD CAMPER
You are so welcome! Please let me know how it goes 😄
@@LaurenLawliss right now traveling🦍, but will start project end of month, TKS
How exciting!
Crazy glue on the edges for spinning plus nuts.
Yes! Would certainly fix the problem. I personally didn’t want to but others could if they want 😁
Maaan I’m gathering info for my van build and this has to be the most comprehensive videos for insulation by someone who is building out their van themselves. I really appreciate all the time and energy you’ve put into creating this video for us. It’s extremely helpful and really helped me narrow down my options! Thank you!
I am glad you found it helpful. Thanks for the kind words 💖
was trying to use your affiliate link for the 3M insulation, but the page is nonexistent. You may want to check that.
Oh, bummer! Thanks for letting me know - I’ll get it fixed.
Lauren, I've been binge watching your build series today, and I must say, after I've built 3 Promaster van builds as a hobby over the last 10 years, you build exactly the same way that I do. You are a smart woman. Rivnuts and Plusnuts are the perfect way to secure your whole van build to the structure of the vehicle. People will pay a high dollar for a nicely done build. I've made considerable money from these builds, you should do the same.
Thanks for the comment! I am so happy I went with plusnuts for the build. I’d love to build another van eventually, but for now I’m enjoying my time traveling :)
You seem to have the work and personal endevour life most adventurous people dream of.
Living my best life 💁🏼♀️
Very well-done and articulated.
Thank you!!
This is THE video I have been needing to see for 4 years of van tinkering and extended trips. My new van gets here next week and I am your virtual apprentice. Thank you so much!
Wahoo! So glad you found the channel. Good luck on your new van build🫶🏻
Fantastic…….SO useful !
Glad to hear it 💖
Just a note - at the 15:15 mark in the video you say to use the white headed screws to secure the fan to the mount. That is incorrect. Those screws are for the final interior "garnish ring" as specified in the instructions. The fan mounts via the 4 remaining stainless steel screws. I did it the wrong way :( But, seems ok. Otherwise another outstanding and instructive video. Wouldn't have gotten through it without you!
Yes, I realized that too late. Don’t know what I was thinking when I did that 😩 glad you found the video helpful!
I can’t begin to say how amazing you are putting this out in such an easy to follow video!
I’m glad you like it! Thanks for the kind words 🫶🏻
I'd never use plywood as a subfloor material unless I coated both sides and the edges with 2 coats of polyurethane spar varnish to seal the wood. it is far more effective than Thompson's water seal... (Spar urethane expands and contracts with the wood and is far more effective than a regular "water seal"....
Thankfully it has held up well for me so far 😄
Very well done Lauren! This will help me immensely! After watching through a ways, I double my compliment to how thorough you are, bless you for providing this. 😊
Thanks for the kind words! Best of luck on your install ☺️
Very good job on install however you installed a Victron DC to DC converter NOT a charger. The difference is the converter stabilizes the DC for sensitive electronics but is usually used to CONVERT two different voltages like 24v to 12v etc. The other main issue is that it does NOT regulate current for the Lithium batteries. Whereas the the DC to DC Charger has battery charge protocols for Lithium ( three stage charging) that regulate the current to prevent damaging the alternator. The Converter is not INTENDED for use as a charger. Also if you are grounding the devices to chassis ground then you can save money and buy the NON isolated version.
Yes, BATTLEBORN sent me the wrong one and I have since changed it out 😁
@@LaurenLawliss Sweet! i'm very happy to hear it :)
Hi there, I had to say I’m 62 years old and was completely overwhelmed about building out my van. I’ve watched so many RUclips videos and got so overwhelmed. I decided to stick to yours and have followed yours for every step of the way you have made it so easy and understandableand it’s coming along nicely thanks to you thank you so much for your videos. I do have one question I cannot find any videos for the upper cabinets? Have you posted any?
Thanks for the comment! Your kind words mean so much. I have recorded every project but still need to edit the videos. Best of luck on the rest of your build😊
this is a wonderful video, Lauren! thank you so much!
Thanks for the kind words!!
Did I miss what year make and model van this is? My first vid of yours great job! Can you add a swivel seat to a seat that has factory heat? Couldn’t order it with both. Thanks!
The van is a 2022 Ram ProMaster. Great question about adding it with factory heated seats - I am not sure of the answer though.
Thank you for your quick response. I’ll be looking at more of your bids. Your production is awesome. The van I’m looking at is a 24 pro master 159 wheelbase high top. I assume all the holes in the crossmembers and etc., that you reference are the same at least I hope they are.
That’s exciting! I would assume everything will be similar, if not the same. Good luck 😊
Incredible. I have this sense of pride in your build like it's mine hehehe. Gotta say I like 👍 👌
Hehe, thank you for being here!
Very good video lot of video of youtube are time wasted but this is very good detailed video thanks
Glad you liked it!
This is where I am for my 2018 with 30,000 miles. You have taught me a great deal on the whole build and your videos are very informative and even funny sometimes. You sure do have a quality mindset! Thanks for what you do for all of us!
Thank you for the kind words! I am glad you have found the videos helpful . Best of luck on the rest of your build 😄
She will also inspire other women to do it too!!! 🫶❤️🫶❤️🫶❤️🫶❤️🫶❤️🫶
That’s the hope💖🫶🏻
Very nice and so stealth look to them. Enjoying these videos it's so exciting to see the progress 😀 keeps boredom at bay for sure
Thanks for watching and commenting!
You're good at this teaching stuff.
Appreciate it! I love teaching and coaching 😁
IVE MADE MY MIND UP! Lithium all the way gir me. Not too expensive 😌
That’s the way to go! Will be worth it in the long run 👍🏼
Thank you so much really needed this to soothe my nerves. By the way you are a very bright person.
Good luck on the install - you got this!