THE FLOOR IS GONE "I Had No Idea It Was This Bad” MASSIVE RUST

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  • Опубликовано: 23 окт 2024

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  • @VANCITYVANLIFE
    @VANCITYVANLIFE  3 года назад +168

    For everyone asking (and i showed this in the video) YOU CANT SEE THIS FROM UNDERNEATH. So no. no one ever noticed. Not when the lift was done, or the inspection we has last year...OR even the COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION i had before i bought the van. YOU JUST CANT SEE IT FROM UNDER THE VAN.

    • @anthonywright6205
      @anthonywright6205 3 года назад +9

      Sorry to see that but it will get fixed chrome

    • @snowmans_cave
      @snowmans_cave 3 года назад +8

      At least now u no were to look in the future now have alook through the ambalance

    • @kennek6224
      @kennek6224 3 года назад +12

      It's fixable boss ,don't stress get a new floor pan made

    • @pamled6436
      @pamled6436 3 года назад +7

      OMG Chrome, we just contracted for a new roof. Once they pull it all apart, you find the hidden problems. It broke my heart, it is our home. We had contractors up there and they said the roof was fine! Well the roof wasn't fine! It was a horrible experience.

    • @mel1ssapeck
      @mel1ssapeck 3 года назад +6

      OMG 😳 Your ambulance is 👀 tough already. Do they make splash guards so that the water doesn’t get up in there so bad? Maybe this is why your new bridge has came to you. When one door closes another will open. I’m sad for you as well. We get attached to our rigs. Much love and patience to you!

  • @nitroraptor2
    @nitroraptor2 3 года назад +128

    Floor pans are actually not that bad of a job as long as there is still something left to attach them too

    • @rogueyardgnome3090
      @rogueyardgnome3090 3 года назад +11

      agreed it looks dramatic but isnt, i have welded in a few pans. its the cleaning off the old that sucks hehe

    • @brucebryan2806
      @brucebryan2806 3 года назад +4

      Floor pans are easy and not a hard job to get done.. I made my own floor pans from an old Maytag shell cut and bent the panels. Then I think lines everything on the underside. It is not that bad of a situation and it is repairable.

  • @heatherfarthing5661
    @heatherfarthing5661 3 года назад +33

    My father and grand father used to own a sheet metal shop. One of the repairs they did was to re-floor trucks and work vans. Find a shop that does custom work. It was always cheaper than buying new vehicle.

    • @trendroid2
      @trendroid2 3 года назад

      He don't like advice, unless you built a van and living in it longer than him

  • @brs6794
    @brs6794 3 года назад +76

    Just a hiccup bro, fix it and move on and continue that awesome journey!!

  • @jentommyontheroad8089
    @jentommyontheroad8089 3 года назад +83

    Nothing lasts forever! The van has been a great home for you, but the ambulance came along and it sounds like it was serendipitous! How much of your van could you incorporate into the ambulance? It could be the best of both!

    • @CK-831
      @CK-831 3 года назад +12

      My thoughts exactly! Reuse everything possible off the van and put into the ambulance!!!!!!

    • @selahrising
      @selahrising 3 года назад +22

      Better be pulling up the floor on that ambulance and taking a look before sinking any more into it!

    • @bevtrue6937
      @bevtrue6937 3 года назад +5

      @@seaside2001 I don't think so. It hadn't actually rotted out.

    • @moonfall8972
      @moonfall8972 3 года назад +2

      @@seaside2001 Shtick?? Who gives a bloody care? It's his channel, his content is great. There's no skeletons in his closet.

    • @ccalv07
      @ccalv07 3 года назад

      I’m thinking that the ambulance is the best option for you now. More problems will come along and in the end it will be more expensive to fix it.

  • @ThecatladyVAN
    @ThecatladyVAN 3 года назад +22

    Thanks Chrome, since the last time you call me and told me about your van, I look under my floor and found 1 inch of wet mod AND some rust.... But I also want to tell you, YOU made your life better NOT your van.

    • @happydays59
      @happydays59 3 года назад +2

      💕😺✌️🇨🇦

  • @unclelunars
    @unclelunars 3 года назад +72

    who needs a pee bottle when you have a hole in the floor!

  • @bren_artstudio54
    @bren_artstudio54 3 года назад +17

    Love you❣️ Watching your adventures helped me during depression after my twin died. I started finding laughter and purpose in my life. Thank you❣️

  • @ramblynrocketeer
    @ramblynrocketeer 3 года назад +60

    “Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner” 🐓🍗🤣 ✨
    Hopefully you’re gonna check the floor in the ambulance too 🚑

  • @bruinsfan8278
    @bruinsfan8278 3 года назад +3

    Chrome! Your not breaking up with your van! You guys still sleep together! Your van still loves you! It's not over!!!

  • @junegraham5753
    @junegraham5753 3 года назад +60

    Chrome, I finally got my VAN....I am STOKED as you would say!!!!!!!!!!

    • @sharronbrown9182
      @sharronbrown9182 3 года назад +7

      June Graham; Congratulations!🥳 I'm so jealous 😫 😄

    • @ovangal3852
      @ovangal3852 3 года назад +5

      June - I'm with U...6 month out(optimistic) becuz I'm doin' stuff myself. Exciting!

    • @mignondaymond7038
      @mignondaymond7038 3 года назад +5

      That's awsome June, let your adventures begin!

  • @bentheyoung1901
    @bentheyoung1901 3 года назад +28

    I was happy to see you finally close the driver’s door in the rain 😅

    • @NomaddUK
      @NomaddUK 3 года назад +1

      Me too... if it gets wet it may even rust.

  • @clipsfromcherie
    @clipsfromcherie 3 года назад +10

    When we were youngsters, we'd just steal a cookie sheet from mom's kitchen and bolt it to the floor so our feet didn't go through. Rust happens on the coast in the Pacific NW. That van's name needs to be Rusty.

  • @jasonschmidt6988
    @jasonschmidt6988 3 года назад +29

    We call those holes "custom performance weight reduction"...

  • @debbiebarnard2922
    @debbiebarnard2922 3 года назад +12

    Hey Chrome, just look behind you! Blue skies are on the horizon!

  • @ruthgergits7699
    @ruthgergits7699 3 года назад +23

    I had that happen to my car. We did repairs and I drove it 5 more years. It was 33 years old when I sold it.

  • @lindahopson5003
    @lindahopson5003 3 года назад +22

    If the body guy says it is "no big deal" GO WITH HIS THINKING!!! Positive thinking works here.

    • @mariebernier3076
      @mariebernier3076 3 года назад

      I swear that it's the active ingredient to success.

  • @anitae3568
    @anitae3568 3 года назад +49

    Wow! A Fred Flintstone floorboard❕❗️❕

    • @johnalexander2539
      @johnalexander2539 3 года назад +1

      Parts van in junk yard. I might be wrong but up front is called inner fender well

    • @johnalexander2539
      @johnalexander2539 3 года назад +1

      Don't stress over it plan for the fixes. Body panels from junkyards from no salt no snow area's

  • @patriciakopcho9755
    @patriciakopcho9755 3 года назад +10

    You got tears in my eyes..it is your home and you have had so many great adventures in it..at least you found it and someone knows how to take care of it and fixed

  • @frh-freerangehuman
    @frh-freerangehuman 3 года назад +40

    Rustproofing after you do your body work will go a long way to increase the longevity of your van

  • @pampeake3275
    @pampeake3275 3 года назад +3

    Have faith Chrome. Your body guy will get it all fixed up like new and you will be heading down the road on your next great adventure.
    As heart breaking as things are at this moment, your home has lot's more time left in it.Enjoy the time you have.

  • @carold8345
    @carold8345 3 года назад +20

    You are definitely under 60. This happened to most vehicles back in the day. It is fixable. Best wishes.

  • @AR-dm7ze
    @AR-dm7ze 3 года назад +3

    Keep your chin up, Chrome. I'm so grateful you weren't driving down the road and your control pedals and foot went through. So glad you're safe. So grateful for your subscriber friend that's going to help you fix it and doesn't see it as a hopeless cause. Someday, you will have it fixed up and maybe pass it to your daughter and you with the ambulance or something. God's looking out for you. You and Cruz are safe and sound. Yay! You can do this!

  • @pammorrison88
    @pammorrison88 3 года назад +1

    Remember Chrome, “when you know better, do better”. Those words apply to every single part of our lives. Thanks to you, when I go looking for my rig in very near future, I will now have more ammunition at my disposal to make an informed decision. Onward and upward!

  • @janrantoo2213
    @janrantoo2213 3 года назад +5

    One of the things I like about your channel is you always keep it real & share your foibales. You are us & we are you! We learn by mistakes. If 1 person learns this particular lession, you've done a great thing. Thank you Chrome! 😘

  • @patriciaburr4826
    @patriciaburr4826 3 года назад +4

    My dad had an old station wagon that the floor had rotted out. He welded on a piece of boiler plate. Worked great. It was still on the road years later.

  • @myrootsgraspNewsoil
    @myrootsgraspNewsoil 3 года назад +11

    both the van and your own weaknesses just continue to make you stronger. Bravo for deciding to just speak the truth. Because guaranteed fools like me would make the same mistakes if you didn’t reveal yours for us to learn from. I thank you for that!

  • @cycletouringoz5760
    @cycletouringoz5760 3 года назад +22

    In areas where roads are “gritted” always hose the underbody once a month. The salt gets in to everything

  • @funnycrew01
    @funnycrew01 3 года назад +5

    its just some patch panels, not the end of the world, you have done fine with that van, it has brought you lots of joy.

  • @WisconsinWanderer
    @WisconsinWanderer 3 года назад +21

    After panels are replaced treat it with the Fluid filed treatment to stop the rust called Krown it’s the #1 rust treatment

  • @LaurBeth
    @LaurBeth 3 года назад +3

    Love your attitude. I've seen nomads gripe about way smaller things. Glad you have someone to help you through this.

  • @christinewood8331
    @christinewood8331 3 года назад +3

    I'm so glad it's fixable as you say heart breaking you have to get it done you've spent so much recently x

  • @robsaupe
    @robsaupe 3 года назад +12

    Leaving doors open when raining doesn't help the situation any. Come on Chrome! Lol
    Just bustin your chops bro. 😉

  • @gacattack1234
    @gacattack1234 3 года назад +11

    It'll probably be fine with a few replacement floor pan panels. Just make sure they clean out all the rust and use weld through primer so you give it the best chance to stop it from coming back.

  • @shariselove
    @shariselove 3 года назад +14

    Damn! Chrome, your a Warrior! You've made it through everything else. You'll make it through this!

  • @kellyp2863
    @kellyp2863 3 года назад +9

    My heart stopped when i saw the floor. You got this chrome

  • @longie2484
    @longie2484 3 года назад +7

    These things happen, it’s a pain in the behind, but you just have to roll with it. Once it’s done you’ll be a lot happier and knowing it’s 100%. Mate, if you’re happy doing what you do, then crack on with it.
    Keeping things real is why you have such a following. 👍😷

  • @hissibling933
    @hissibling933 3 года назад +21

    Imagine that you owned a "bricks and mortar" home and you got termites. You would call in the right people and have the problem looked after. Well, you will do the same thing with your current home and all will be well in your world again.

  • @theknowledge7024
    @theknowledge7024 3 года назад +121

    Chrome when they did the lift and suspension did they not see that huge hole in the floor.

    • @VANCITYVANLIFE
      @VANCITYVANLIFE  3 года назад +42

      i showed in the video that you cant see this from the bottom

    • @christinewood8331
      @christinewood8331 3 года назад +5

      Exactly my thought

    • @tonymontana6368
      @tonymontana6368 3 года назад +2

      May be they did and mind there business.

    • @dorrainroundtree6632
      @dorrainroundtree6632 3 года назад +14

      Hi Chrome...I had a couple cars that rust ate the bottom out...Have to undercoat... undercoat... undercoat!!! Industrial undercoat...redo every two or three years!!!!😊😊😊!

    • @saimonidelailomaloma1501
      @saimonidelailomaloma1501 3 года назад +12

      Hard to belive with all the work done that no one saw nothing. 🤫

  • @reginachristmas9973
    @reginachristmas9973 3 года назад +1

    Wow you had my heart breaking. But you gotta love Sander, I too imagined him laughing at you.

  • @1Polglen
    @1Polglen 3 года назад +9

    Oh I'd be having a total melt down. Chrome you will have grandpa's axe, the one where the handles been changed and had a new head replacement but it's still grandpa's axe.
    Big hug from from NZ.
    Think I'll go check the floor of my van now!

  • @evietougas7081
    @evietougas7081 3 года назад +4

    So sorry to see the damage to your van. Stay strong Chrome, this to will pass. Evie 🌻

  • @conniekean2162
    @conniekean2162 3 года назад +29

    You have agood life when daily life is better than vacation life! Congratulations on living your best life.

    • @conniekean2162
      @conniekean2162 3 года назад +6

      My husband is a body guy. They are miracle workers. Your friend's got this!

  • @vincevansanten
    @vincevansanten 3 года назад +7

    When you fix your home, rock guard the section when the donor floor is getting in and lower rockers at the same time.invest in some kick back mud-flaps

  • @FeMiNem-Poet
    @FeMiNem-Poet 3 года назад +12

    You inspire and validate those who are doing exactly that!!💚💚💖💖

  • @upwiththelarks.
    @upwiththelarks. 3 года назад +56

    Dang, your lucky you never went right through, or you would be doing a Fred Flintstone, kind of drive

  • @jomai8905
    @jomai8905 3 года назад +5

    My heart's breaking for you, Chrome. Sounds as though your home can be repaired though. Hey, we all need help sometimes when we get older and put on some mileage. I guess that goes for vans, too.

  • @devdeque7846
    @devdeque7846 3 года назад +1

    I had rocker panel rust I fixed last year. A few days ago, I noticed some wet spots on the carpet. So today, I pulled the carpet up on my car and found one inch of standing water... Enough to cover my hand. All the feels about your driver-side! That sucks bro... It was very shocking.

  • @jamessherman7570
    @jamessherman7570 3 года назад +38

    I remember in the 70s growing up in Michigan.. my friends family had a station wagon.. as kids we had to be careful getting in the backseat... pretty much the carpet was the only floor.. had to put little pieces of wood on the floor.. just so we wouldn't fall through 😳😐... live in Houston now never had rust on any of my cars trucks or vans.. dont like snow ice or salt 🤔 Stay Weird Chrome and Cruz ✌😎👍

    • @scamphound1892
      @scamphound1892 3 года назад +5

      My dad had a 1960 Ford Falcon wagon with no back floor. We thought it was cool to spit in the hole and try to see it out the back window.

    • @davidbarts6144
      @davidbarts6144 3 года назад +3

      I lived in the Rust Belt as a kid and I remember a friend’s family car had holes in the floor you could see the street through. They call it the Rust Belt for a reason!

    • @scamphound1892
      @scamphound1892 3 года назад

      David Barts I guess this is one of those things where we say thank goodness when someone says “They don’t make them like they used to!” 😁

    • @Shortmansydrome
      @Shortmansydrome 3 года назад

      Is it a big snow thing? i havent really lived further than a couple of KM from the sea and never really had any major rust problems.

    • @scamphound1892
      @scamphound1892 3 года назад

      @@Shortmansydrome salt on the roads during winter is a big culprit. Until about the last 10-15 years they just covered the roads with a ton of salt. Now they try more environmentally friendly solutions.

  • @candacecook9510
    @candacecook9510 3 года назад

    Chrome 40 yes ago my dad had a Pontiac lemans , when he bought it had had less than 20,000 miles on it. 3 yes later when my sister was getting in the back seat her foot went through the floor. You live as we did in Upstate NY with snow, ice & lots of salt on the road. Things like this happens often in the north. I'm glad there going to be able to fix this situation. You've done so much & it is your home. Wishing you the best of luck with this latest project.

  • @theknowledge7024
    @theknowledge7024 3 года назад +17

    Well Chrome the big guy works in mysterious ways, you bought the ambulance just in time not even knowing how important it would be for you.

  • @lyndalarimer6525
    @lyndalarimer6525 3 года назад

    Hey thanks for sharing. Anything you show us helps us. Sending hugs to you and Cruz

  • @VanDelica
    @VanDelica 3 года назад +3

    Wow… one of the most compelling videos of the many videos of yours I’ve watched… a couple of things though. Great video fir someone like me who is looking to buy. For sure, I will pull up the carpet. Thank you very much for that! The other thing… “Sander” a great name for a body man dealing with rust.
    It’ll be okay.

  • @ochjoo77
    @ochjoo77 3 года назад +1

    Take it easy, just as your body guys said, it's going to be great content! I've been in a similar situation with my E550, bought it and never noticed the floor rust. One day when putting in the wires for seat heaters and the engine charger I took out the front carpet and ended up pulling out EVERYTHING in the cab, I had a few small holes I fixed and then grinded down the whole inner cab as it had surface rust all over, especially behind the dash. It was in the end a much easier job than what it looked like and I'm so happy I did it. It's horrible to sit in the van and know there is rust behind every carpet and plastic panel..

  • @farmhand3724
    @farmhand3724 3 года назад +18

    I'm sure you'll conquer Mt Ever-rust Chrome.

    • @djshizaam
      @djshizaam 3 года назад +1

      Masterful pun!! 👍

  • @JahleeyahKalonji
    @JahleeyahKalonji 3 года назад +6

    Well, I can't wait to see that floor repair video.

  • @4yellowwolf
    @4yellowwolf 3 года назад +28

    I’m wondering what the floor looks like in the home area? Please pull up the floor and see what’s there! Just to be sure!

    • @bevtrue6937
      @bevtrue6937 3 года назад +2

      I am sure they will. Now is the time.

  • @WanderingNature
    @WanderingNature 3 года назад +6

    Sorry to hear that about the floor, today seems to be a stressful day all over the place

  • @Yoginivanlife
    @Yoginivanlife 3 года назад +1

    You’ve got this, I believe in you❣️

  • @virginiaschott4482
    @virginiaschott4482 3 года назад +7

    I'm sorry this happened, but you know, I learned something new.

  • @vanlifeforgoldenrhodes
    @vanlifeforgoldenrhodes 3 года назад

    HEY CHROME!!!!
    Don't beat yourself up too much!!! When you showed us, I lost my breath for a second or two. I love how your bodyshop guy put you at ease and made you see that it can be fixed and your beloved home will still be going strong for you.
    Life throws us a curb ball sometimes and how you handle it is a journey for the future.
    And hey, it was great content!!!! It's great information/warning for those of us that are buying and building a van.
    I also LOVE sun-rain!!!
    Hugs from Sweden.

  • @thatrealba
    @thatrealba 3 года назад +12

    It's really not that big of a deal to replace a section of the floor pan. Buck up, Chrome! Jeez, it's just some rust.

  • @robertmclean6629
    @robertmclean6629 3 года назад +2

    Acetone mixed with boiled linseed oil to a thin mix, spray underbody, inside fenders, and other crevasse where dirt/water/salt collect. It’ll dry creating a waterproof coating slowing rust and corrosion.

  • @elizabethmaybrown6715
    @elizabethmaybrown6715 3 года назад +21

    Restoring classic Land Rover's you can change floor pans no problem, if the body panel guy says it isn't too bad then he has seen much worse!

  • @rusty8719
    @rusty8719 3 года назад +1

    Chrome, love your transparency. I wish I were younger so I could enjoy van life like you.

  • @biggmommadogacademy7935
    @biggmommadogacademy7935 3 года назад +3

    I’m close to having enough to get my van, thank you for giving me a heads up! You are amazing.

  • @monarodriguez1759
    @monarodriguez1759 3 года назад +2

    Chrome, don't freak too much. I have a Jeep that's getting redone. Both floor pans in the front are being replaced, the carpeting and headliner as well. Where the battery sits had a huge hole. The metal had to be fabricated and welded. The toughest part about the floor pans is the time it takes to replace them. You got this.

  • @fmrjpr1
    @fmrjpr1 3 года назад +6

    The weld area on the backside of those new panels can be porous, Rust Check applied will deter future rust

  • @MommaMaeMae
    @MommaMaeMae 3 года назад +1

    Everything is figureoutable♥️ The repairs will make for some amazing content ❤️

  • @charlotrisch5138
    @charlotrisch5138 3 года назад +31

    Time to move into that sweet ambulance

    • @Nikolebichon
      @Nikolebichon 3 года назад +3

      Did he look under the carpet of the ambulance? 🤔

    • @moonfall8972
      @moonfall8972 3 года назад +3

      @@Nikolebichon I'm sure he will now.

  • @52GAYLE
    @52GAYLE 3 года назад +1

    Sorry for this set back. I bought a van in Oct 2020 and have just recently been able to work on it. was going great till I got to a really rusty spot in the floor by the rear wheel. It was almost through and there was a support there. Found a guy who fixed it and I am again on my way. It was under a carpeting that look new. Thanks for the advice of looking under the carpet or anything else. Now I am afraid to look under floor mats in front. Will watching you fix this problem with a drink in hand.

  • @valentkindred
    @valentkindred 3 года назад +8

    My SUV's engine blew, Everything on her is top notch so I will invest trying to either have a rebuilt or another, so I feel for you

  • @krisban26
    @krisban26 3 года назад

    Chrome I’m sorry bout the rust. Floor pans aren’t that bad. I’m tearing up a bit 😭😭. Keep those positive vibes and carry-on. Much love from Alberta

  • @DarcoSix
    @DarcoSix 3 года назад +16

    Maybe your body guy can check over the ambulance for ya while you’re there

  • @magicalmary2706
    @magicalmary2706 3 года назад

    My heart broke for you, Chrome. I had a Chevy Camero that I had the same problem with. Got a new floor pan and it lasted many more years. Sander will be able to fix it. Just stop beating yourself up. You didn’t know and now you do. Lesson learned. ❤️ to you and Cruzie!

  • @danbailey96
    @danbailey96 3 года назад +6

    Our state in the US has that problem with rust we’re in the eastern US in West Virginia and they use a lot of salt for snow because of our mountainous terrain

  • @turquoisewitch.wild-owl
    @turquoisewitch.wild-owl 3 года назад

    Oh Chrome, I'm so sorry this has happened. Thank you for the lesson, though. I hope it's not an issue to get this fixed. I know you love your home! Praying for a decent fix!

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 3 года назад +3

    "This weather...completely miserable..." LOL Sorry about the floor, bud. Keep rolling. 👍😏💪🐾💘🇨🇦🌎

  • @ajusbflyyyadventurervlifeb696
    @ajusbflyyyadventurervlifeb696 3 года назад

    This is the most real and raw vid you have shared. It was like a roller coaster ride of emotions. I felt you every second of the way. The best part was the climb back up to a positive and hopeful space. You’re one amazing Dude!

  • @SmooThIzFLyeRThanU
    @SmooThIzFLyeRThanU 3 года назад +5

    I did not see that t shirt you are wearing on your merch site chrome, looks dope by the way.
    Dallas TX

  • @lorrietisdale3900
    @lorrietisdale3900 3 года назад

    Just be thankful no bodily harm came to you or Cruz and remember you are living your life being happy your home can be fixed sure it sucks but in the realm of life you have a home and a back up if need be and that is a lot more than some I love your channel it brings a lot of joy to many of us and you inspire folks to go for whatever there dreams are so take a deep breath and reflect on the positive things in your world

  • @KroneFireworks
    @KroneFireworks 3 года назад +51

    Now you can use the "Flintstones" Engine ;).

  • @mariebernier3076
    @mariebernier3076 3 года назад +1

    The reason this happened to YOU is because you're positioned to teach us this lesson - in a way that we'll never forget. Thanks for doing the heavy lifting, brah! love ya.
    Oh, and I knew at the 10:58 moment of your sef-blaming despair that you'd already have a solution before the vid was over! 🧠👏

  • @Pureservize1
    @Pureservize1 3 года назад +24

    You've gone this far Chrome might as well keep going plus we get to see it repaired.

  • @chrisgille669
    @chrisgille669 3 года назад +1

    The flint stones never worried about floor pans! 😂

  • @foote1967
    @foote1967 3 года назад +18

    Just like old houses....rotted floors? Just cut them out and build new ones in...same with vehicles...cut it and replace it! On that note, do they use salt on the roads in your area?

    • @martinabadilla1116
      @martinabadilla1116 3 года назад

      in between your videos, what do you do? tequila? droen your sorrows? are you really happy? or lonely?

  • @kl3vr
    @kl3vr 3 года назад

    that news really sucks. on the bright side you have a great support system and I'm looking forward to seeing the repair videos!

  • @wildcatoutdoors
    @wildcatoutdoors 3 года назад +40

    Raptor line that entire under carriage on that bad boy!

    • @laurakramer396
      @laurakramer396 3 года назад +4

      I was just asking in my comment if I should get that done.

    • @tonytca9439
      @tonytca9439 3 года назад +2

      you need solid metal before raptor you cant just paint over rust and the problem disappears.

    • @jimc5624
      @jimc5624 3 года назад +2

      There are other products that would work better if you're wondering watch south main auto mechanic in New York

    • @tonymontana6368
      @tonymontana6368 3 года назад

      Barrier Bond works better

    • @wildcatoutdoors
      @wildcatoutdoors 3 года назад +2

      @@tonytca9439 elementary my dear watson, he said he was going to replace the floor pan. Be nice to cover it up afterwards so it doesn't happen again.

  • @susanshaver912
    @susanshaver912 3 года назад

    Haha, I had an old willy's jeep back in the late 60's. There were large floorboard parts rusted out. We put a flattened coffee can over it! .... so strange that you couldn't see it from underneath the van. So glad you are going to get it fixed! You and your van are practically soulmates:)

  • @mja68tx
    @mja68tx 3 года назад +10

    Chrome: this reminds me of having mold in a beautiful recently remodeled house.

  • @hollamonE
    @hollamonE 3 года назад +1

    Keep the van forever!! It will be ok!!!

  • @solayluna
    @solayluna 3 года назад +35

    Find one with a high roof, rust free and swap parts...

  • @toecutterjenkins
    @toecutterjenkins 3 года назад +2

    Look into a product called POR-15 its a rust prevention chassis coating. Ive used it a few times and it stops rust and is tough as steel.

  • @CatfishingwithCos
    @CatfishingwithCos 3 года назад +3

    Never give up on ur van when u love her so much...just a little floor repair...lol

  • @kristin9687
    @kristin9687 3 года назад

    I think the rain is beautiful. Not "miserable." We are already in Wildfire season in Northern CA. We will probably evacuate within a month or two (7th time, we've been IN in 3 Wildfires). Worst drought ever, on record, in California.
    Be grateful for water, for rain. I think replacing the bottom shouldn't be the biggest upgrade. 🌧 Keep up the positive outlook, Chrome!

  • @jcdahippie
    @jcdahippie 3 года назад +14

    Yeah it's not that bad. It just looks bad. Cut the old out. Drop the new one in. Just like the rocker panels.

  • @armandoramos1949
    @armandoramos1949 3 года назад

    It's nice to put a positive side on a negative situation. It also helps you have the resources and know the right people to help out. Thanks for sharing, have a wonderful day.

  • @vanlifewithGinaPayne
    @vanlifewithGinaPayne 3 года назад +8

    Army of the Dead was the Zombie movie and it was AWESOME! nice to see ya Chrome!😻😎💙💛

  • @butterflywhispersparanormal
    @butterflywhispersparanormal 3 года назад

    Chrome thanks to you... You saved and taught all of us how to buy a vehicle. You saved a lot of people from buying something that could be a lemon. Thank you Chrome for you, Cruz, and your van. Bc without you I wouldn't have learn all the wonderful things you have taught me since I have found your channel. Thank you for living outside the box.
    Thank you for showing me how beautiful Canada is bc when my cargo trailer is built out I am headed to your Canada to see all the beauty I can. I have already checked out the paperwork I need to visit from Florida. And I can't wait. Who knows maybe I will run into my favorite RUclipsr 🤔😆😂 that's you silly.
    Cruz can't wait!! Much love from Momma Butterfly 🦋

  • @lydiadelacruz605
    @lydiadelacruz605 3 года назад +19

    Chrome , didn't the guys that put your new equipment you got to raise the van notice anything. I mean they had it lift up shouldn't they inspect it before installing the the new pieces.