VAN LIFE TOUR with TOILET and SHOWER | Ram Promaster 136" WB

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  • Опубликовано: 20 окт 2020
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    We finally got around to making an official van life tour! Watch as we take you on a tour, showing the features we build into our Ram Promaster affectionately named Ronnie. These features include a shower, toilet, running water, propane stove top, and more!
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    Links to Van Build Items Used in the Van Build(affiliate links):
    Bamboo Shower Mat: amzn.to/31HtIAu
    Foam Mattress: amzn.to/37HRLDf
    Spice Rack: amzn.to/2HAuOGY
    MAGZO Bug Screen (side door): amzn.to/2HtcgIW
    MAGZO Bug Screen (back door): amzn.to/3jryA2E
    Maxxair Fan 6200k: amzn.to/3dX1BRv
    Dicor Caulking: amzn.to/3e0mU4y
    Caulking Gun: amzn.to/2LDNmoP
    Butyl Tape: amzn.to/2WFSf74
    Eternabond Tape: amzn.to/2WFlc2O
    Fat Mat Sound Dampening: amzn.to/3g10ceD
    Liquid Nails: amzn.to/2WYyKGI
    Jig Saw with Blades: amzn.to/2AXuhvF
    Electric Sander: amzn.to/36uq1zw
    12V Cable I WISH I USED: amzn.to/2MslqVn
    120V Cable: amzn.to/3doxIty
    Electrical Panel: amzn.to/3cgcjBz
    Blade Fuses for 12V Loads: amzn.to/2TW5gHF
    Conduit: amzn.to/2XjfB2A
    Self-Adhesive Cable Straps: amzn.to/2yPe76J
    Zip Ties: amzn.to/3cgcE7j
    Wire Stripper/Crimper: amzn.to/2MgKsq8
    Butt Splices: amzn.to/2zMiiRk
    Electrical Tape: amzn.to/3eBIk8K
    Promaster Attachments: www.ebay.com/itm/Promaster-Ro...
    Solar Panel 200W (We got 2): amzn.to/2MF0CtK
    Superstrut (much cheaper at Lowes): amzn.to/30pBD5w
    Cone Nuts for Superstrut: amzn.to/3f0AxkQ
    Shiplap (similar to what we got at Home Depot): amzn.to/2XQUcxT
    Smart Isolator: amzn.to/2UUtCSD
    Inline Circuit Breakers: amzn.to/2YD8pO4
    4 AWG Cable: amzn.to/2UTpcLI
    Renogy 200Ah Deep Cycle AGM Battery (x2): amzn.to/2zRJ22N
    Renogy 1000W Inverter: amzn.to/3154xbQ
    Electrical Panel: amzn.to/31fKxmX
    Circuit Breakers: amzn.to/2CtKuJL
    On/Off Kill Switch: amzn.to/2NiXIeo
    6 Terminal Common Busbar: amzn.to/37QF0o8
    12V Switch: amzn.to/319HpJf
    12V Dimmer Switch: amzn.to/2YTl2VD
    USB Charger: amzn.to/3hO7HXg
    Battery Monitor: amzn.to/3doxKAR
    Kreg Pocket Holes: amzn.to/389P8br
    Nature's Head Composting Toilet: amzn.to/3dKhABU
    LED Strip Lights: amzn.to/3hEs2x8
    Paint Guard Mold Prevention: amzn.to/2WTo2B9
    Ruvati Sink with Cutting Board: amzn.to/3gJZthZ
    Black Faucet: amzn.to/2PFcZaI
    2 Burner Stove Top: amzn.to/30IbrTK
    Under Sink Water Purifier: amzn.to/31zKalv
    Grey Water Tank: amzn.to/3kvxYLp
    Camco Sink Drain: amzn.to/2XIxSpZ
    Shower Head: amzn.to/31ENcow
    Pipe Thread Sealant: amzn.to/3iQtSfd
    Swivel Seat for Promaster: www.swivelsrus.com/promaster_...
    500 lb Drawer Slides: amzn.to/2Y9soEN
    Nomad Internet: nomadinternet.com/
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    Traveling is embedded into our relationship as we met on a Spring Break cruise in 2016. Since then, we haven't stopped traveling together in the United States and abroad. We left New York in July 2019 to travel the world and we took work with us, including starting a travel vlog. We have made it our mission to slow travel for 16 months throughout South America and Asia and to create travel videos along the way.
    Due to the pandemic, we changed course and bought a van to convert into a campervan (#vanlife) to travel to all 50 National Parks in the lower 48 states (excluding Hawaii and Alaska) before Christmas. We are Brandon and Erin, follow the journey and stay tuned.
    #vantour #rampromaster

Комментарии • 154

  • @karenlivingston8416
    @karenlivingston8416 3 года назад +18

    Love your van!! You did a Great job giving the tour, too! The music was gentle and not annoying and your tone was perfect. Also, you didn't talk too much. Lovely cozy van!

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Thanks so much! It was harder than you'd expect but I'm glad it came off well!

  • @30AndAWakeUp
    @30AndAWakeUp 3 года назад +10

    Love it...we have similar stories! :) Love what you guys did and I need that table!!!

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      Awesome! Thank you, yes the Lagun mount table is amazing, the versatility is unbeatable

  • @micheleparadis2808
    @micheleparadis2808 3 года назад +2

    Your van is great. Thank you for your generosity and for all the details, I kept your video for inspiration. Bravo

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      Thank you for watching! If I can build it, anyone can - I had 0 experience before starting. Best of luck to you!

  • @SindyJ37
    @SindyJ37 3 года назад +5

    Wow!! So nicely done! I'm looking at getting a pro master in spring so it's encouraging to see how nice your van turned out:)

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      You'll love the Promaster! It drives so well, front wheel drive makes it feel like a normal car even though it's pretty big. Best of luck with your conversion!

  • @sammic974
    @sammic974 3 года назад +3

    Such a nice conversion. The colors are soothing and you have the comforts of home.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Thanks so much! We love our little home on wheels!

  • @robp3431
    @robp3431 3 года назад +5

    Light'n bright, small but spacious, with all the necessities ....well done !

  • @axelpaff3306
    @axelpaff3306 3 года назад +11

    They did a great job on the Van guys, greetings

  • @epicelements5528
    @epicelements5528 3 года назад +1

    It’s gorgeous you guys! Looking forward to seeing your journey.

  • @matthewcole6821
    @matthewcole6821 4 месяца назад +1

    First time here. Enjoyed content

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 3 года назад +3

    A very impressive van build and an even better van tour. You two are naturals for RUclips.
    A thumbs up 👍

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      Thanks so much! Really appreciate it! 🙌

  • @angelahilliard3323
    @angelahilliard3323 2 месяца назад +1

    Love ❤️ the backslash 😊

  • @grannyanderson5063
    @grannyanderson5063 3 года назад +3

    Love the exterior paint color and the interior is great!

  • @dbowles09
    @dbowles09 3 года назад

    Hi, I’m a new subscriber & really enjoyed your van. Happy New Year 🎆 & safe travels.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Thank you for subscribing! Happy new year to you as well

  • @tomallen1725
    @tomallen1725 3 года назад +2

    Great job on the van!

  • @michaelmoore9139
    @michaelmoore9139 2 года назад +1

    Great build! Totally functional and cozy! Well done!

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  2 года назад

      Thank you! That was the hope - it turned out better than we envisioned it would which is all you can really ask for!

  • @susanrussell1555
    @susanrussell1555 3 года назад +1

    Nice job and video

  • @MotivationGarden
    @MotivationGarden 3 года назад +2

    New subscriber. Great van build. I look forward to going to all of the National parks with you.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Thanks so much! Welcome and thanks for watching!

  • @DeborahLong7777
    @DeborahLong7777 3 года назад +4

    Beautiful build!!! It's homey !!!

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! We were shooting for a homey, cozy feel!

  • @darrellfort1668
    @darrellfort1668 Год назад +1

    vanlife4ever!

  • @linacabrera3172
    @linacabrera3172 3 года назад +2

    They look nice! Everything is nice 👌

  • @davepalmetto
    @davepalmetto 3 года назад +1

    Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy it

  • @papymaxant8063
    @papymaxant8063 2 года назад +1

    Hi from France ...
    Thanks for this vidéo ...😍😍👍
    Good job guy ...👏👏

  • @lynnescaddan8919
    @lynnescaddan8919 3 года назад +2

    Travel Atlas: I love ur engagement ring.

  • @031burke
    @031burke 2 года назад +1

    Very nice build. What material did you use for the cabinets? They came out great. Thanks.

  • @DeCheath
    @DeCheath 3 года назад +1

    Have a nice trips Yep!

  • @GuillermoLaraangelin
    @GuillermoLaraangelin 2 года назад +1

    Very nice.

  • @marissaalfaro3648
    @marissaalfaro3648 3 года назад +2

    I like your van and the room its look like a real room in a house..

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      That was the idea! I'm glad you like it, thanks for watching!

  •  3 года назад +3

    Buen vídeo enhorabuena y gracias por partilla, saludos.

  • @elizabethg3532
    @elizabethg3532 3 года назад +2

    Great video! You showed my duck too!!! 😁

  • @hortsang
    @hortsang 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful couples

  • @davepalmetto
    @davepalmetto 3 года назад +1

    Nice job look good I have a 2018 promaster 1500 had 11000 now 62000 nd no trouble I love livening in it stay in Florida around Tampa

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Awesome! I could imagine the year round warm weather would be nice, we are having some cold mornings out west now!

  • @quail106
    @quail106 3 года назад +2

    I enjoyed your video. I am having a van like yours build for me. I am searching for a mattress. Did I miss it on your list? What brand of mattress did you buy? Thanks!

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! I have added the mattress to the description but I'll also add it here: amzn.to/37HRLDf
      We like it because it's firm for a foam mattress, but to get some softness we threw a mattress topper on top and it's perfect. Best of luck to you with your build!

  • @lesliegranowski2683
    @lesliegranowski2683 3 года назад +9

    When you’re done traveling perhaps you’ll come back to New York and begin to build bands there is such a need in this area for van builders

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +4

      Not a bad idea! Definitely something to consider. It's such a big project though, I don't know if I could do it on a regular basis!

  • @christinebakermd
    @christinebakermd 11 месяцев назад

    Nice! I have a similar except low roof. I’m 5’1” so it works for me. I need screens. Where did you get yours and are you happy with them?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  8 месяцев назад

      If I remember they were Maglo (something like that?) Got them off Amazon and had to cut them to get them to fit correctly

  • @McGuiresOnTires
    @McGuiresOnTires 3 года назад

    Hi new friends. Have clicked all your buttons and glad to be along for the adventure. Love your plan to visit all the national parks. We love the national parks and want to get to more of them!! Amazing job on the rebuild. Love the white inside to brighten up the space. We have some videos you may enjoy. Hope you can check them out.

  • @jstokely2
    @jstokely2 3 года назад +1

    I like the way you set up your van and that’s the set up by eventually would like to do. I know this might seem like a minor detail but where did you get your door mounted spice racks? Thanks, Joe

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      They are linked in the description, just got them from Amazon but they have worked really well.

    • @jstokely2
      @jstokely2 3 года назад

      @@travelingatlas thank you

  • @yourpcmd
    @yourpcmd 3 года назад +1

    Could you post a link to the side and rear screens? Nice build out BTW.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      I added them to the description now but I'll also add them here:
      MAGZO Bug Screen (side door): amzn.to/2HtcgIW
      MAGZO Bug Screen (back door): amzn.to/3jryA2E
      Thank you!

  • @kristasahlin
    @kristasahlin 3 года назад +1

    Great build!!!! Can I ask what size dimensions of your upper cabinets are?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Thank you!! If memory serves me correct, I believe I made them 12 inches high and 14 inches deep. The decision for depth was really just enough so our pots and pans would fit!

  • @carsonryderelliott
    @carsonryderelliott 3 года назад +2

    didnt see a link for the window you got, haven’t seen a small square one like that. where did you happen to get that?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +2

      It's an RV replacement window, I wouldn't really recommend it - it's not really designed for a van. It's too thick, so we had to design a custom frame to put in between the inside of the van and the window to make it fit. It works great, but it wasn't easy.

  • @lynnescaddan8919
    @lynnescaddan8919 3 года назад +1

    Lovely storage & home. Ur sink is as big as ours, we live in a 3 bed semi in UK.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Thanks! The sink is often tiny in vans but I don't know how people manage - we need every inch we have in this sink!

    • @lynnescaddan8919
      @lynnescaddan8919 3 года назад

      @@travelingatlas stay safe & fit on ur journey. xx 🚐♡♡

  • @janicegilbert4029
    @janicegilbert4029 3 года назад +2

    I like that little rack you have to hold the spices. Where do you get those?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      From Amazon! Here's the link: amzn.to/2HAuOGY

  • @samdoe1061
    @samdoe1061 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the tour! Beautiful! How did you handle the license plate transition, between the purchase of the van and the actual window and bed installation?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  2 года назад

      We told the dealership our intention to put the bed and the window in and they gave us passenger plates. Super easy!

    • @samdoe1061
      @samdoe1061 2 года назад

      @@travelingatlas Thanks for your reply. And again, bravo! I just only found your channel and subscribed. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @vinceocratic
    @vinceocratic 7 месяцев назад

    Is this the shorter sprinter?

  • @LilyBecca
    @LilyBecca 6 месяцев назад +1

    Why do most people do a platform bed instead of a hydraulic bed? Is it just for the trunk area? A hydraulic bed is #1 on my list because it would be very difficult for me to have to convert a seating area to a bed every day, and I definitely want a large seating area. It would be my office and craft area.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  6 месяцев назад

      Yeah for us it was the trunk, and coming home to a bed that was always made and immediately ready to get into was worth the space that you're missing during the day.

  • @cathietonkin5577
    @cathietonkin5577 3 года назад +1

    We are so in need of a 136 WB pro master just like this.... tough to find one as beautiful as this in this size!!! Could it be done with a low roof, I wonder?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +2

      Thank you! The problem with the low roof is you might not be able to stand up in it anymore, which would be a real detriment.

    • @cathietonkin5577
      @cathietonkin5577 3 года назад +1

      @@travelingatlas I so know what you mean! And I totally agree.... I’m under 5 feet and shrinking daily.... lol. We are having difficulty finding vans in our area for sale that meet ‘hubby’s criteria’. If it was just me, I would have bought my high roof by now. His wants are completely different than mine. I’d buy a 159’ with a high roof and be on my adventurous way! 🤗🤗🤗🤗

  • @Chaseosa
    @Chaseosa 3 года назад +4

    Never heard Lagun pronounced like that. I usually hear it pronounced the same as "lagoon"

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      We are probably pronouncing it wrong 😂

  • @UnboxTheTech
    @UnboxTheTech 2 года назад

    One question
    How where you able to get a vehicle weight slip? In order to have it registered under passenger in NY, any modification that will alter its classification, it requires a weight slip. Im from NY and I’m curious as to where to get a weight slip when doing all the work yourself. This is one of the questions that has been in my head for a while now and when I do get a van I would like to have passenger plates on it. Thank you and sorry for the long question.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  2 года назад

      If I'm being honest, I think you're over thinking it. The used car dealership gave us passenger plates when we said we were going to convert it - then we just had to put a bed in and a passenger side window to make it legal.

    • @UnboxTheTech
      @UnboxTheTech 2 года назад

      @@travelingatlas thank you 🙏🏼 didn’t think about just asking the dealer.

  • @TititoDeBologay
    @TititoDeBologay 3 года назад +1

    What’s the model for the fridge?
    It’s perfect for solo travel
    Also the hubby looks like Mike Skinner from the British band The Streets.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      Here is the link for the fridge: www.etrailer.com/RV-Refrigerators/Everchill/324-000110.html
      Lol never heard that one before!

    • @TititoDeBologay
      @TititoDeBologay 3 года назад +1

      @@travelingatlas Cheers for the info.
      Safe travel and all the best.

  • @kng9934
    @kng9934 3 года назад +1

    👌👌but couldn’t take shower in city like your setup. Inside van !

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      You're not wrong about that! But space is limited in the 136" wheelbase, you pretty much have to have the 159" to have a shower inside

  • @ratchowmein
    @ratchowmein 3 года назад +1

    Why the need for passenger plates, and what is the gas mileage that you get with the van? Oh and what size is the van, thanks.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Passenger plates allow you to drive on Parkways legally in New York state, the gas mileage I would estimate is around 16-18 MPG, and the van is 136" WB high top.

  • @christlemariecasador223
    @christlemariecasador223 3 года назад +1

    Wow..

  • @rustrian2535
    @rustrian2535 3 года назад +1

    I see you guys route 195 in providence Rhode island 195

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      We are waving to you! Just passing through back to NY.

  • @canyoudoitagain7978
    @canyoudoitagain7978 3 года назад

    support our vacation haha

  • @ayushkumar-bg1xf
    @ayushkumar-bg1xf 3 года назад +4

    How much is total weight of van after all these new installation ? It must have become too heavy as you added too many things .

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      We aren't sure about the actual weight, but I can tell you that after living in it full time for 2 months and driving over 10,000 miles that it's not too much weight - fuel efficiency is essentially the same as before the conversion and it makes it up hills no problem. Thanks for watching!

  • @carlinbay
    @carlinbay 3 года назад +1

    Where did you find your shower mat?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      We found it from Amazon, it's been awesome I highly recommend it. amzn.to/31HtIAu

  • @jack-fp7ml
    @jack-fp7ml 3 года назад +1

    What water purifier did you get?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Here's the link: amzn.to/3eow6kY
      I recommend it, it's worked out really well so far and pretty easy installation.

  • @allenanthony2651
    @allenanthony2651 3 года назад +1

    what does the van do 0-60 MPH?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Honestly no idea. We drive it carefully because it's our home. It's not the fastest vehicle, but we don't have issues getting up to speed on the highway.

  • @huysworld701
    @huysworld701 3 года назад +1

    May i know the estimate of the van cost alone and the material cost for the inside? thanks alot :)

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      We aren't disclosing this publicly because it's offered in an exclusive video on our patreon site. If you want to learn more you can join over there!

  • @tomkitchen2764
    @tomkitchen2764 3 года назад +1

    Does the butcher block add much weight to the van?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      The butcher block isn't light, but I think we saved a lot of weight by using peel and stick floor/tile, and also the shiplap for the walls was very light. It's all a balancing act, but these vans can handle more than you think they can.

    • @tomkitchen2764
      @tomkitchen2764 3 года назад

      Thanks for the reply and info.@@travelingatlas

  • @eburn71
    @eburn71 3 года назад +7

    trust you have already picked up from Kara & Nate, but be careful when filming at national parks and have a (monetising) YT channel.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      How crazy is that? The part that did them in was the income reports... Without those we will be fine, but I feel bad for them!

  • @thomasanderson263
    @thomasanderson263 3 года назад

    do you have hot water?

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      No hot water, we thought of putting it in but decided against it. Would have been nice for the shower, but it would have added complexity in the plumbing and propane lines.

  • @kng9934
    @kng9934 3 года назад

    Oh. In city does not work without inside shower !!

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      You're absolutely right! If we got the 159" wheelbase van which is longer we would have added a shower inside but we didn't have the room for it!

  • @johnpaulgarzaniti5065
    @johnpaulgarzaniti5065 3 года назад +3

    So where's the shower????

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Off the backdoor! We show it in the video.

  • @fadnanoor5121
    @fadnanoor5121 2 года назад +1

    Waaaaaw

  • @davethesignguy4414
    @davethesignguy4414 3 года назад +1

    Hello fellow NYers

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      What up! 🙃

    • @davethesignguy4414
      @davethesignguy4414 3 года назад

      @@travelingatlas Clifton Park, NY....Workin on my 2nd van and just bought a new promaster to start on shortly.

  • @Solo-Road
    @Solo-Road 3 года назад +1

    Way too much silverware for 2 people in a van. I'm nit picking though; nice van set up.

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      You're not wrong, especially during covid when you're not actively looking to share!

  • @nona6384
    @nona6384 3 года назад

    So where is your shower?????????

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      Off the back door as shown in the video.

  • @crruan1142
    @crruan1142 3 года назад +1

    If I wanted to live in a mousetrap complete with rats and roaches from 2 to 6 legs while paying a king's ransom for the privilege, I'd definitely move to NYC. Thus, comparing a custom build van with those places it's kinda low bar, I think.

  • @karenandy2943
    @karenandy2943 Год назад

    You could stop in one area and do van build or consult lots of us without experience trying to start van life

  • @onlyjuan3828
    @onlyjuan3828 3 года назад

    Lol a membership. Ok. Good luck

  • @karthi.keyan.6681
    @karthi.keyan.6681 3 года назад +1

    Very nice design. But I don't like that toilet. That's only disappoint

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад +1

      Trust me, after spending 5 months in the van we love the toilet... Couldn't imagine van life without it!

    • @karthi.keyan.6681
      @karthi.keyan.6681 3 года назад +1

      @@travelingatlas Ya ok frds. Good luck. Can you share ideas for conversion and electrical plumbing ideas.

    • @karthi.keyan.6681
      @karthi.keyan.6681 3 года назад

      @@travelingatlas started following you in instagram. Good luck couples happy van life 😍😍😍

  • @kangaxx4396
    @kangaxx4396 3 года назад

    We go together like a vocado?
    doesnt make sense...

    • @travelingatlas
      @travelingatlas  3 года назад

      The sign says "We go together like avocado and literally everything" we are slightly avocado obsessed some might say 🤷

  • @prawnstar502
    @prawnstar502 3 года назад

    people with too much money problems