Hi Everyone, I had a lot of fun filming this video as I’m sure you can tell 😂 I hope you enjoy watching it as much as I enjoyed making it. Cheers Brenna 😊
This is the first video I have seen of yours ☺ you are very natural and down to earth. A refreshing change to the instagram Van lifers. Was so easy to watch, your pee bottle is gorgeous 😂 most people would probably just think it is a water bottle you are filling. Your dog is lovely too 🐶 ☺ 👍
This is the first video I've seen as well, and I agree completely! Your lovely lighthearted personality shines through the entire video! And I love how you "let the sleeping dog lie"...she's precious!😊
I had seen someone use a pressure gallon garden sprayer for their showers. They set it in the sun to heat up a little. They pumped it and was like a hand held shower. Also it's small enough not to take alot of room. Love you taking us along on your journey!
For a simple luxury shower buy a 5 litre weed sprayer and cut the nozzle arm short. Put warm water in, pump up and you have a pressurised hot shower. The unit will easily fit in your bucket for storage and is also great to spray your face on a hot day :)
I actually started with one of these but it was too bulky to store in the van so it didn't make the final cut. My bucket is collapsible and it stores neatly behind the drivers seat
There is also one that pumps that only holds about a liter or so . I know you know you can shower or bathe with very little water. There are several different brands depending on what you want to spend. These really feel good on your face on a hot day mixed with a little peppermint oil. Have you ever used the cool sport towels that wrap around your neck to keep refreshed on those hot airless days? They are very small but work quite well. There are also cooling pads for your pet.
For showers, we use a Craftsman 20v garden-sprayer. We boil water on the Coleman propane two-burner camp-stove in four-quart pans, then dump it straight into the hopper. Usually, four pans-worth gets it mostly full, then we top the hopper with another gallon or so of ambient water. . A full hopper on 'HIGH' lasts about -- as Chuck Woolery might say -- 'twelve and twelve'. [edited to add -- ruclips.net/video/anWLvZdn368/видео.htmlsi=wuN0C4rXAr6WQXGn] . The video shows a 2-amp battery. Based on our eighteen months of daily use, that small battery should last most of a couple weeks. . We use a 4-amp battery, and usually charge it every couple months. . q -- does boiling water warp the innerds? a -- so far, so good. . We modified ours by cutting off the stock spritzer, then spliced a stand-still house hand-held shower wand. . ruclips.net/video/r16GVA8a-S4/видео.htmlfeature=shared
Oh my, I’ve only just discovered your postings & I’m loving them! You are such a breath of fresh air! Thankyou from a (post) menopausal bloke from the UK ☯️🙏🏽🕺🏽💃🏼
You are so refreshingly real! Thank you. As a woman on her own some things can be a little daunting to try for the first time. After watching and listening to you I am more confident that I could do many more things that make life more comfortable.
Love how you said you didn’t think I would be able to put the shower tent up etc - sister from another mother! I always lack confidence with anything handy and new …but the more I try things the better I’m getting
First time viewer. My suggestion is so simple. Keep your elastic bands on a bottle of lotion. They are handy to see the different sizes and when you have slippery hands after using the lotion, the bottle won’t slip. My rubber bands usually come from produce i buy.
Hi Dot, I actually have a fan that has it's own lithium battery I can charge. It runs for about 8 hours on the low setting and It charges by USB so I can plug it in to one of my small power banks to have it run even longer
I absolutely love your little table! I know you've possibly already seen the shower head that u can use, i have one. It has a little pump that you just drop into a bucket. It keeps its charge long and just has a little button that you push when u want the water to turn on. It folds up small too. Thank u so much for your video and hug your sweet fur baby for me❤
One tip for the multicharger... Put it in your bag with all your devices attached and then go to a coffee shop/library or wherever and ask to plug in... They think you are charging one device😂. I learned that travelling with kids ..even managed to charge 8 devices at a McDonald's 😂
That was really cool. Thanks for the tips. Not sure I could do the shower tent though. They are pretty tricky putting up and bringing down again and then getting it dry and storing it somewhere. My plan is to live in a van one day and watching you is encouraging. You are very natural and refreshing to watch. Aussie Aussie Aussie Oi Oi Oi !🙂👍🇦🇺
I watch A LOT of van life video as I want to live that life one day, and it’s so nice to see something a little more real. The pee jug is beautiful and such a simple idea. Also that shower tent was fantastic.
You are a remarkable woman Brenna❤❤❤❤I love how artistic you are❤❤❤❤thanks for sharing. ❤❤❤ I’m also trying to watch your older videos ❤❤❤they are so awesome and informative with all kinds of tech, tricks and ideas and many many more❤❤❤❤thanks for sharing ❤❤❤❤
Brilliant upgrades Brenna. I learn a lot of good ideas from your videos. I am just getting started on Van Life myself so I watch all that I can when not driving around.
The best things I brought this year was these Storage Cases that hold all my cables, USB, laptop, Phone, Phone Charger, Torches etc from ebay...they keep everything in 1 place no more hunting lost electrical gear keeps everything dry, clean, safe wish I'd brought them sooner...and the Beach Soul Shower so easy to use, get a nice long hot shower, easy to store...and plastic storage bags (clothes, shoes, towel, linen) keeps everything organised, dry, mould, damp free, clean and reduces the need for cumbersome boxes...I've lived in a Hiace and now a 10ft Van Space is a premium so I'm the Queen of being organised and hate clutter
Hi Brenna, YES! I can relate to ignoring things about my van until it gets too bad. I'm impressed with the new door. My door makes quite a noise when I open and close it. Love the way you painted the pee jug. I think your table is a good idea. Well done. Abby is a good girl.
I noticed how many times you pushed your glasses up on your nose because you were sweating at the time, and I am mediately thought that you might want to get a pair of glasses that have nose pads. It raises your glasses off of your face and cushioned your nose right by your eyes, but helps to keep them on your face and not down at the end of your nose. Just a suggestion!
My recent addition was a ZeroBreeze Mk3 reverse cycle portable air con / heater .. with detachable lithium battery chargeable off solar panel, solar generator or 240V .. it’s been a powerful climate controller for the pets in the Mitsubishi Express Van throughout both winter & summer seasons ..
Brenna, I love your upgrades! I need a roller!!! I have some tips for you :) if you get a black bucket with a lid and put it in the sun you'll have hot water for shower :) Also, you're glasses are cute, but it would blow you're mind if you got some with nose pads. You might not know it, but you are pushing your glasses up in the video every minute. I used to have those kind, and did the same thing. The plastic slides on the nose, but the different kind with change your life!!!!!!❤
Such a refreshing view of a van lifer, I’ve enjoyed several of your videos, and you have some fantastic tips, and the simplicity of the upgrades, your an inspiration to others thinking of taking this journey in the future. Cheers from Geelong ❤️🦘🦘🦘🇦🇺
We have the shower tent, collapsible bucket and a USB charging shower. It has two speeds and is compact. It is excellent and only £30. I think you’ll find this very helpful.
We have the shower tent as well & I completely understand how intimidating getting it back in its sleeve can be. We use a sun shower bag - a dark colored bag with a shower nozzle attached. It warms up quickly when set in the sun & holds enough water for 2 people to take quick showers. Highly recommend it.
Another great video and helpful to see what little bits are worth the investment. You may have heard this before, but watching you hammer the pegs with the hammer I want to suggest getting a rubber mallet. I find my mallet doesn't glance off the top of the pegs as much and it is a lot easier on the wrist than a heavy hammer. Sorry for the unsolicited advice if you've already considered this! Thanks for the great vids.
I clapped for you, when the shower folded in on itself. That's always such a great feeling, with that kind of wire band. And you did it with grace and assurance.
You are DEFINITELY NOT a dork!! 😁🌹. There’s nothing dorky about livin life and enjoying yourself! I THINK you need to invite your sister to stay with you for one week to experience the freedom you have! I’m betting she would LOVE IT!! ❤️🌹🌹👍👍😁. (Put a little tent right outside your van on a campsite somewhere and you both have your privacy when you want it! )
I think you’re an adorable dork! I enjoyed all your upgrades and your enthusiasm. Please get your glasses fitted so you don’t have to continually push them up on your nose. I had pair similar to yours and they drove me nuts until they fixed the ear part to hook and stay around my ear better.
3 1 litre bottles in wine coolers as grey or yellow water. Each plastic bottle has detachable top plus 1/3 way from the top unscrews for cleaning. Fits into cup holders or hang from large hooks by the wine cooler handles
You are an adorable dork 😉 excellent video. I have seen people make an insulated refrigerator cover from reflectix and duct tape. Being a sewer I would probably sew one out of the insulated pot holder fabric. You could also cover your plywood table with contact paper.
I hear you about how delightful a smooth running sliding door can be. I recently replaced the left slider middle hinge on my Fiat Scudo van after two years of having to heave on it and slam it to close. Very embarrassing during the night at campgrounds. Now it slides shut by itself if I'm parked nose down on a slope. Have to say I was shocked that your sliding door lower roller was $230. I thought spares for HiAces would be much cheaper. A tip to keep sliding door hinges in good smooth running order is don't, whatever you do, grease the rollers or tracks. That was my mistake. In fact, don't lubricate them at all. Grease and oils attract road grime which clogs and ruins the rollers. Instead, clean and dry the tracks each time you wash the van then give a light coat of silicon spray to the track and wipe it dry again.. Oh, and kudos for managing to pack that shower tent. I had one that regularly went home unfolded on the bed.
Hello I'm happy I stumbled upon u on RUclips n no your not a dork I think your a fun happy person creative n brave keep the videos coming great upgrades God Bless
Awesome idea shower tent. A motion nack to folding it back up. Love the size, pockets, leaving a bit unzipped for air. Lol lol about your door. Woohoo. Well done. I would think the fridge cover would help. Very artistic pee jug.
When your hammering your tent into the ground ifyou hammer through the floor mat loop as well you won't have to worry about the floor mat getting all bunched up or shifting out from under you. I'm a new follower I just got here this evening but I'm excited to see what the futures holds for you and maybe myself once I get going...lol
Hi Erin, I intentionally don’t tie the floor mat down so when I have finished showering I can pull it out and hang it up to dry. I haven’t had any issues with it bunching up while I use it so far.😊
Rechargeable usb shower. Camping mattress light and comfortable A4 size pencil cases to fold my clothes into String bags for food hang from hooks Foldable tray table with short legs Corflute plastic cardboard walls attach with Velcro 3M squares. Easy to replace
First time I have seen you. A fellow Aussie here soon to embark on van life and looking for great ideas. One of my own ideas is using a blue empty cold power just as my pee jug. No one can see what is in it, and taking a laundry bottle to the bathroom is also a disguise. The best part though is there is still the nice fragrance of the washing liquid that has penetrated into the plastic. This smell lasts for a year or more. I found this hack when I moved to a new house that needed renovating before I could live in it, so I stayed in my caravan that had no toilet. Look forward to seeing more of your video. Thanks for sharing.
Love all the upgrades. Well done on persevering with the shower tent - mine still slaps me in the face and knocks me off my feet. I still have a wrestling match with it when packing it up. 🙄 Table is a great solution for a small space. Dork or not, there should be more happy and authentic people like you. 😃
what a great idea, to paint your pee jug, once I saw that, I thought it looked like contact paper, that's another option, using different patterned contact paper would work.
About the fridge cover, another Aussie did a very detailed testing review for covers and the bottom line was that they are a waste of money. I really enjoy your videos, thanks for sharing!
I'm new to this life and chilling in my brother's property while I figure everything out in a leisurely time frame. I have a used motorhome, and am going to try out some of your fabulous ideas next week. Thank you.
Good upgrades very clever. Your doggie is a sweetie. The shower tent can also be used at a toilet room. I love the dog cooling mat that will cool you down too. Great idea! I think that’s on your next video.
Like you, I would be too embarrassed and not feeling very safe at all having a shower in a tent in the middle of nowhere. I have a similar pop-up tent to that, and they are an absolute nightmare to put back down again😂 For sharing
Great to see your upgrades, I also have a shower tent, but use a collapsible doggy bath inside, it folds up the size of a A4, it has a drain you can relay away from your shower tent
Ecoflow has come out with a addon charger that hooks up to your van battery and when the van is running the EcoFlow 800W Alternator Charger can charge your Delta pro power bank in a few hour's. Also if you ever run down your van battery the EcoFlow 800W Alternator Charger can reverse charge your van battery by using your Delta pro power bank.
No fridge no power Easy 20 tiny battery banks from Officeworks for usb devices. I charge them at work or in public places. The whole world is my home and every shop is my fridge
I think you’re too cute! Appreciate your honesty in sharing how you took time to do this and that. No pressure. It makes me feel that I don’t have to do everything all at once.
hey brenna get yourself a tin of spray grease and every few months give the slider and the roller a spray you dont need much a can will last you a couple of years. i have a van the same as yours and i do mine now and then its great
Get yourself a Mallet. So much easier to tap hooks in the ground with ease. I use to use a hammer. Did not see all the fuss with a mallet until I bought one. Two hits and the hook is in the ground. I get the embarrassment with not knowing how to put it away. It does take practice. Well done for persevering. Definitely get your dog a gel cool mat. Happy travels, stay blessed. Nice upgrades. It is a ever changing and upgrading process in small spaces. I am still adapting things as part-time car travel in my car as a micro camper. UK 🇬🇧 solo female. Your not a dork, it is your passion and life. You enjoy it, nothing wrong with that, your not hurting anyone.
Hello Brenna, I was just cruising along and then, bam! lol I found you. I subscribed and gave you a thumbs up. I'll be checking in on you from now on. Thank you for the video.
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Hi Everyone, I had a lot of fun filming this video as I’m sure you can tell 😂 I hope you enjoy watching it as much as I enjoyed making it. Cheers Brenna 😊
I love your accent. Great tips!
Thanks 😊
Yes! I love your video bc you don't act fake and your personality is the bomb!
Thanks Shannon😊
Awesome JJ👏
There are not enough dorks in the world, keep it up ☺️
That should be easy for me😂
@@BrennaLivingJoyfully
Cherish dorkitude, encourage dorkitude, spread dorkitude.
Your rewards are eternal!
This is the first video I have seen of yours ☺ you are very natural and down to earth. A refreshing change to the instagram Van lifers. Was so easy to watch, your pee bottle is gorgeous 😂 most people would probably just think it is a water bottle you are filling. Your dog is lovely too 🐶 ☺ 👍
I'm glad you enjoyed it😀
This is the first video I've seen as well, and I agree completely! Your lovely lighthearted personality shines through the entire video! And I love how you "let the sleeping dog lie"...she's precious!😊
I had seen someone use a pressure gallon garden sprayer for their showers. They set it in the sun to heat up a little. They pumped it and was like a hand held shower. Also it's small enough not to take alot of room.
Love you taking us along on your journey!
That's a great idea!
For a simple luxury shower buy a 5 litre weed sprayer and cut the nozzle arm short. Put warm water in, pump up and you have a pressurised hot shower. The unit will easily fit in your bucket for storage and is also great to spray your face on a hot day :)
I actually started with one of these but it was too bulky to store in the van so it didn't make the final cut. My bucket is collapsible and it stores neatly behind the drivers seat
You can actually buy pressurized camping showers that are the same idea but have proper shower sprayers and about the same price I think:)
@@lifemyway200 I like the look of the KickAss one, but nothing beats the weed sprayer for value :)
There is also one that pumps that only holds about a liter or so . I know you know you can shower or bathe with very little water. There are several different brands depending on what you want to spend. These really feel good on your face on a hot day mixed with a little peppermint oil. Have you ever used the cool sport towels that wrap around your neck to keep refreshed on those hot airless days? They are very small but work quite well. There are also cooling pads for your pet.
I use a small microfibre towel around my neck on hot days and I have a cooling pad for the dog.
Awesome video. I’ve seen those pop up shower tents reduce grown men to tears😂
Its a pleasure to watch you do a new video. So many great van upgrades. Nothing wrong with being a dork either. Thanks for sharing. 💛
Thanks Bec, I had a lot of fun with this one and hopefully it will help someone.
For showers, we use a Craftsman 20v garden-sprayer.
We boil water on the Coleman propane two-burner camp-stove in four-quart pans, then dump it straight into the hopper.
Usually, four pans-worth gets it mostly full, then we top the hopper with another gallon or so of ambient water.
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A full hopper on 'HIGH' lasts about -- as Chuck Woolery might say -- 'twelve and twelve'.
[edited to add -- ruclips.net/video/anWLvZdn368/видео.htmlsi=wuN0C4rXAr6WQXGn]
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The video shows a 2-amp battery.
Based on our eighteen months of daily use, that small battery should last most of a couple weeks.
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We use a 4-amp battery, and usually charge it every couple months.
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q -- does boiling water warp the innerds?
a -- so far, so good.
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We modified ours by cutting off the stock spritzer, then spliced a stand-still house hand-held shower wand.
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ruclips.net/video/r16GVA8a-S4/видео.htmlfeature=shared
Oh my, I’ve only just discovered your postings & I’m loving them! You are such a breath of fresh air! Thankyou from a (post) menopausal bloke from the UK ☯️🙏🏽🕺🏽💃🏼
Thank you so much!
I love how the case for your solar panels can become the stand. That’s so cool.
And it is very compact and slim.
Ditto!
You are so refreshingly real! Thank you. As a woman on her own some things can be a little daunting to try for the first time. After watching and listening to you I am more confident that I could do many more things that make life more comfortable.
You can do it, just have patience and be kind to yourself.
I agree! Love her raw honestly!!
May I suggest a usb powered shower. I love ours. Light and small. May change your life 😊
Thanks for the tip! I have thought about it.😀
Love how you said you didn’t think I would be able to put the shower tent up etc - sister from another mother! I always lack confidence with anything handy and new …but the more I try things the better I’m getting
Practice, practice, practice😂
8:53 the two different patterns kill me!
I was running out of clean clothes😂
First time viewer. My suggestion is so simple. Keep your elastic bands on a bottle of lotion. They are handy to see the different sizes and when you have slippery hands after using the lotion, the bottle won’t slip. My rubber bands usually come from produce i buy.
Thanks for the tip😊
There’s a lot you could do with that tent with a cookout in that tent when it’s raining, you could sit out at it anytime really
It could definitely have a lot of different uses.😊
Well done Brenna with your upgrades! Only other one I would suggest is fan that runs off 12v to help with the heat.
Hi Dot, I actually have a fan that has it's own lithium battery I can charge. It runs for about 8 hours on the low setting and It charges by USB so I can plug it in to one of my small power banks to have it run even longer
Any link for the fan with its own lithium battery?
I don't have a link but you can google "personal air cooler"
Abby is cute and you are funny. From one dork to another, the universe has taught me quite a few lessons too.😂
Welcome fellow dork.
I absolutely love your little table! I know you've possibly already seen the shower head that u can use, i have one. It has a little pump that you just drop into a bucket. It keeps its charge long and just has a little button that you push when u want the water to turn on. It folds up small too. Thank u so much for your video and hug your sweet fur baby for me❤
Thanks for the tip!
One tip for the multicharger... Put it in your bag with all your devices attached and then go to a coffee shop/library or wherever and ask to plug in... They think you are charging one device😂. I learned that travelling with kids ..even managed to charge 8 devices at a McDonald's 😂
Very sneaky😉
That's a clever idea!
awesome…I am in the CONSIDERING STAGE OF VAN LIFE…😋
That was really cool. Thanks for the tips. Not sure I could do the shower tent though. They are pretty tricky putting up and bringing down again and then getting it dry and storing it somewhere. My plan is to live in a van one day and watching you is encouraging. You are very natural and refreshing to watch. Aussie Aussie Aussie Oi Oi Oi !🙂👍🇦🇺
You are just so much fun!!!! And creative and kind enough to share the painted pee jug! Heartfelt big hugs from Minnesota, US.
Thanks Danita😊
I just use a 2 litre apple juice container. No one gives it a second look when I tip it out.
Love your videos
Amd you aren't a dork
You're just real
Thank you
Happy travels👍
Came across your channel.. it's the little things in life that bring joy to us❤ Great up grades 🎉
Thanks
I watch A LOT of van life video as I want to live that life one day, and it’s so nice to see something a little more real. The pee jug is beautiful and such a simple idea. Also that shower tent was fantastic.
😂😂 I love your enthusiasm, Brenna, and your upgrades are great. Also, Abby is very cute. ❤
Thanks, I had a great time making this video!
@@BrennaLivingJoyfully it shows. Your joy is contagious. 💖🌻
You are a remarkable woman Brenna❤❤❤❤I love how artistic you are❤❤❤❤thanks for sharing. ❤❤❤ I’m also trying to watch your older videos ❤❤❤they are so awesome and informative with all kinds of tech, tricks and ideas and many many more❤❤❤❤thanks for sharing ❤❤❤❤
You are not a dork : ) You are a fun person who is kind enough to share : ) love your upgrades. Boy, that door is smooth: )
How cool is that door 😳
Brilliant upgrades Brenna. I learn a lot of good ideas from your videos. I am just getting started on Van Life myself so I watch all that I can when not driving around.
Best of luck!
The best things I brought this year was these Storage Cases that hold all my cables, USB, laptop, Phone, Phone Charger, Torches etc from ebay...they keep everything in 1 place no more hunting lost electrical gear keeps everything dry, clean, safe wish I'd brought them sooner...and the Beach Soul Shower so easy to use, get a nice long hot shower, easy to store...and plastic storage bags (clothes, shoes, towel, linen) keeps everything organised, dry, mould, damp free, clean and reduces the need for cumbersome boxes...I've lived in a Hiace and now a 10ft Van Space is a premium so I'm the Queen of being organised and hate clutter
aDORKable!!! I love you!!! Hahaha keep that attitude and thanks for sharing 🙏🏼
Thanks Maria🥰
Thanks for the plug for my channel! ❤️
Any time
Hi Brenna, YES! I can relate to ignoring things about my van until it gets too bad. I'm impressed with the new door. My door makes quite a noise when I open and close it. Love the way you painted the pee jug. I think your table is a good idea. Well done. Abby is a good girl.
Hi Bron, I would definitely get the roller replaced. I ordered the part from Toyota. You won't know yourself.
I noticed how many times you pushed your glasses up on your nose because you were sweating at the time, and I am mediately thought that you might want to get a pair of glasses that have nose pads. It raises your glasses off of your face and cushioned your nose right by your eyes, but helps to keep them on your face and not down at the end of your nose. Just a suggestion!
Thanks for the suggestion, I also think I should get them tightened .🧐
@@BrennaLivingJoyfully or a short rubber sports band from the optometrist that keeps them in place
Girl, I'm lovin the plaid with checks!
Yes, I was running out of clean clothes 🤣
My recent addition was a ZeroBreeze Mk3 reverse cycle portable air con / heater .. with detachable lithium battery chargeable off solar panel, solar generator or 240V .. it’s been a powerful climate controller for the pets in the Mitsubishi Express Van throughout both winter & summer seasons ..
Brenna, I love your upgrades! I need a roller!!! I have some tips for you :) if you get a black bucket with a lid and put it in the sun you'll have hot water for shower :) Also, you're glasses are cute, but it would blow you're mind if you got some with nose pads. You might not know it, but you are pushing your glasses up in the video every minute. I used to have those kind, and did the same thing. The plastic slides on the nose, but the different kind with change your life!!!!!!❤
First time to your channel.. I love the simplicity. I’m so happy you are having fun! 🌻
Thanks Austin 😊
Such a refreshing view of a van lifer, I’ve enjoyed several of your videos, and you have some fantastic tips, and the simplicity of the upgrades, your an inspiration to others thinking of taking this journey in the future. Cheers from Geelong ❤️🦘🦘🦘🇦🇺
Glad you like them!
We have the shower tent, collapsible bucket and a USB charging shower. It has two speeds and is compact. It is excellent and only £30. I think you’ll find this very helpful.
Thanks for the tip 😊
We have the shower tent as well & I completely understand how intimidating getting it back in its sleeve can be. We use a sun shower bag - a dark colored bag with a shower nozzle attached. It warms up quickly when set in the sun & holds enough water for 2 people to take quick showers. Highly recommend it.
I have one of those bags, works great.
Brenna! Your delightful spirit is contagious! And your road-living wisdom is so helpful! Truly grateful!
Thanks
That’s all that matters as long as your having fun.
If I ever get to hit the road, definitely living the solar panels and power station. The SOS is a BRILLIANT IDEA for them to add that feature.
You could add some contact paper or something to your walls It would make it look much girlier😊😊 but I love your van❤
Another great video and helpful to see what little bits are worth the investment. You may have heard this before, but watching you hammer the pegs with the hammer I want to suggest getting a rubber mallet. I find my mallet doesn't glance off the top of the pegs as much and it is a lot easier on the wrist than a heavy hammer. Sorry for the unsolicited advice if you've already considered this! Thanks for the great vids.
Thanks for the info!
I clapped for you, when the shower folded in on itself. That's always such a great feeling, with that kind of wire band. And you did it with grace and assurance.
Thanks, I’m always happy when I get it too😂
Your videos are filled with ideas and delightful ! Thank you for sharing.
You are DEFINITELY NOT a dork!! 😁🌹. There’s nothing dorky about livin life and enjoying yourself! I THINK you need to invite your sister to stay with you for one week to experience the freedom you have! I’m betting she would LOVE IT!! ❤️🌹🌹👍👍😁. (Put a little tent right outside your van on a campsite somewhere and you both have your privacy when you want it! )
She means it in a loving way, I have always been a bit quirky.
You can find little 12 V handheld sump pump shower heads🎉 just drop it down into your bucket of water and turn it on and off as wanted🎉
I think your a sweet soul and I pray God watches over you and leads the right people to you and keeps away the wrong ones.
Thanks 😊
I think you’re an adorable dork! I enjoyed all your upgrades and your enthusiasm. Please get your glasses fitted so you don’t have to continually push them up on your nose. I had pair similar to yours and they drove me nuts until they fixed the ear part to hook and stay around my ear better.
Just found your channel. Man I could've used the Eco Flow for me and my dog. Congratulations to the person who actually won.
3 1 litre bottles in wine coolers as grey or yellow water. Each plastic bottle has detachable top plus 1/3 way from the top unscrews for cleaning. Fits into cup holders or hang from large hooks by the wine cooler handles
You are an adorable dork 😉 excellent video. I have seen people make an insulated refrigerator cover from reflectix and duct tape. Being a sewer I would probably sew one out of the insulated pot holder fabric. You could also cover your plywood table with contact paper.
Thanks for the tip.
I hear you about how delightful a smooth running sliding door can be. I recently replaced the left slider middle hinge on my Fiat Scudo van after two years of having to heave on it and slam it to close. Very embarrassing during the night at campgrounds. Now it slides shut by itself if I'm parked nose down on a slope.
Have to say I was shocked that your sliding door lower roller was $230. I thought spares for HiAces would be much cheaper.
A tip to keep sliding door hinges in good smooth running order is don't, whatever you do, grease the rollers or tracks. That was my mistake. In fact, don't lubricate them at all. Grease and oils attract road grime which clogs and ruins the rollers. Instead, clean and dry the tracks each time you wash the van then give a light coat of silicon spray to the track and wipe it dry again..
Oh, and kudos for managing to pack that shower tent. I had one that regularly went home unfolded on the bed.
Thanks for the advice 😊
Hello I'm happy I stumbled upon u on RUclips n no your not a dork I think your a fun happy person creative n brave keep the videos coming great upgrades God Bless
Awesome idea shower tent. A motion nack to folding it back up. Love the size, pockets, leaving a bit unzipped for air. Lol lol about your door. Woohoo. Well done. I would think the fridge cover would help. Very artistic pee jug.
Glad you liked it 😊
When your hammering your tent into the ground ifyou hammer through the floor mat loop as well you won't have to worry about the floor mat getting all bunched up or shifting out from under you. I'm a new follower I just got here this evening but I'm excited to see what the futures holds for you and maybe myself once I get going...lol
Hi Erin, I intentionally don’t tie the floor mat down so when I have finished showering I can pull it out and hang it up to dry. I haven’t had any issues with it bunching up while I use it so far.😊
Love your honesty and dorkiness!!
Your doggie is sooooo chill.
Blessing on all your journeys.
Thank you 🙏
Rechargeable usb shower.
Camping mattress light and comfortable
A4 size pencil cases to fold my clothes into
String bags for food hang from hooks
Foldable tray table with short legs
Corflute plastic cardboard walls attach with Velcro 3M squares. Easy to replace
First time I have seen you. A fellow Aussie here soon to embark on van life and looking for great ideas.
One of my own ideas is using a blue empty cold power just as my pee jug. No one can see what is in it, and taking a laundry bottle to the bathroom is also a disguise. The best part though is there is still the nice fragrance of the washing liquid that has penetrated into the plastic. This smell lasts for a year or more. I found this hack when I moved to a new house that needed renovating before I could live in it, so I stayed in my caravan that had no toilet.
Look forward to seeing more of your video. Thanks for sharing.
Welcome!😄
Love all the upgrades. Well done on persevering with the shower tent - mine still slaps me in the face and knocks me off my feet. I still have a wrestling match with it when packing it up. 🙄 Table is a great solution for a small space. Dork or not, there should be more happy and authentic people like you. 😃
Thanks Kim, the shower tent can definitely be entertaining sometimes.
I was camping once put the toilet tent up the same size as the shower one,well I went running after it lol the wind took it ha ha x
That sounds like a skit on TV😂😂
Awesome about the charging you can do while charging. SOS what a great addition.
Totally agree!
Awesome to see another Aussie traveller on RUclips and love that I know the stores you mention!
More to come!
Great video, I have the same power station and I love mine. It handles all my devices!!
By the way this is my new favorite video!!!
Every video is your new favourite, I love it!
@@BrennaLivingJoyfully Yeah that's true lol, but I don't know if you can top this one
So there is a picture of the famous missing towel LOL. No i dont think you are a DORK, i think you have more guts than most people! Keep loving large!
Thanks for your support! 😘
what a great idea, to paint your pee jug, once I saw that, I thought it looked like contact paper, that's another option, using different patterned contact paper would work.
That is a really good idea!
😂you are terribly casual and funny. Thank you for sharing. Keep on trucking.😂
Thank you, I will
I think your table is a great idea, so maybe it's your sister who's the "dork"! Lol!
Could be
About the fridge cover, another Aussie did a very detailed testing review for covers and the bottom line was that they are a waste of money. I really enjoy your videos, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the info!
I love the way you referred to yourself as a Dork and your having fun. Just awesome. I love it xxx
Thanks, it’s the only way I know how to be.😊
LOL, I'm a dork, too, life is more fun that way. Lots of good ideas, thanks for sharing!
Yay to fun😊
I'm new to this life and chilling in my brother's property while I figure everything out in a leisurely time frame. I have a used motorhome, and am going to try out some of your fabulous ideas next week. Thank you.
Welcome aboard!
you made putting up that shower look like super fun 😄
Oh my gosh. Great reviews. The shower tent has been my problem. Thank you for showing how to fold it up. Also the showing on the solar panels.
Glad it was helpful!
Finally, an Aussie van lifer I can follow and love. Hi from Sunny Queensland.
Well hello there 👋
Good upgrades very clever. Your doggie is a sweetie.
The shower tent can also be used at a toilet room.
I love the dog cooling mat that will cool you down too. Great idea! I think that’s on your next video.
Thank you so much!
@@BrennaLivingJoyfully 😊
I absolutely love your dorkiness. Well done on all your upgrades.
Thanks Debbie😊
Like you, I would be too embarrassed and not feeling very safe at all having a shower in a tent in the middle of nowhere. I have a similar pop-up tent to that, and they are an absolute nightmare to put back down again😂 For sharing
Thanks for sharing!
It's us dorks that make the world go round🎉
So true 😊
You cracked me up wrestling with shower.tent.
Great to see your upgrades, I also have a shower tent, but use a collapsible doggy bath inside, it folds up the size of a A4, it has a drain you can relay away from your shower tent
Great idea.
Ecoflow has come out with a addon charger that hooks up to your van battery and when the van is running the EcoFlow 800W Alternator Charger can charge your Delta pro power bank in a few hour's. Also if you ever run down your van battery the EcoFlow 800W Alternator Charger can reverse charge your van battery by using your Delta pro power bank.
Sounds Great
Some good ideas, making notes, the table idea is awesome, thanks Brenna!
having fun is a really good thing! enjoy! tyfs :)
Thanks, I try not to take life to seriously 😊
You are a kindred spirit. My sister thinks I’m weird but I’m a dork/nerd as well. Plus we have the same middle name. 😊
Love that!
Suggestion: get the ear pieces bent down a bit, or buy adhesive nose pafs for your glasses. You won't have to keep pushing them up.
Thanks for the tips!
No fridge no power
Easy 20 tiny battery banks from Officeworks for usb devices. I charge them at work or in public places. The whole world is my home and every shop is my fridge
❤ yes I had a good time watching your videos be safe on your own
Glad you enjoyed
I think you’re too cute! Appreciate your honesty in sharing how you took time to do this and that. No pressure. It makes me feel that I don’t have to do everything all at once.
Thank you so much!
Ok..painting the jug..genius...
😂
hey brenna get yourself a tin of spray grease and every few months give the slider and the roller a spray you dont need much a can will last you a couple of years. i have a van the same as yours and i do mine now and then its great
Get yourself a Mallet. So much easier to tap hooks in the ground with ease. I use to use a hammer. Did not see all the fuss with a mallet until I bought one. Two hits and the hook is in the ground. I get the embarrassment with not knowing how to put it away. It does take practice. Well done for persevering.
Definitely get your dog a gel cool mat.
Happy travels, stay blessed. Nice upgrades. It is a ever changing and upgrading process in small spaces. I am still adapting things as part-time car travel in my car as a micro camper. UK 🇬🇧 solo female. Your not a dork, it is your passion and life. You enjoy it, nothing wrong with that, your not hurting anyone.
I’m pretty sure “dork” is being used affectionately by my sister.😊
I do think you’re a dork. Most of my favourite people are dorks. LOL! 🥰
I, myself, admit to being a massive dork. 🤣
The only way to be!
Love that!
❤ God bless you in your journey I want so bad to do this myself but I am disabled and I use a electric chair to get around with
You are such a hoot!!😅
Thanks 😂
People sometimes use the shower tent as a toilet room as well.
Yes, I have seen that 👍
Hello Brenna, I was just cruising along and then, bam! lol I found you. I subscribed and gave you a thumbs up. I'll be checking in on you from now on. Thank you for the video.
You are a great, adorable, energetic presenter. 😊
Thanks Pat😊