Full-time VANLIFE Canada| attempting to FIX my heater AGAIN | vlog #14

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  • Опубликовано: 14 дек 2024

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  • @marconion
    @marconion Год назад +54

    That was very kind of you Vernon. We need more kind humans like you in this world. Hoping this will keep you warm Amber for many winters to come.

  • @marymurphy5069
    @marymurphy5069 Год назад +34

    Awesome job Amber, it must feel really good to complete the installation on your own.

  • @lgDukeCity5018
    @lgDukeCity5018 Год назад +19

    Great job Amber on the video and the repair. Bless Venon the patron saint of Canandian van dwellers.

    • @happycoffeevanlife
      @happycoffeevanlife  Год назад +7

      He really is a saint and I’m very grateful to him for sure 😁

  • @nursebabs
    @nursebabs Год назад +8

    I sure wish you made more videos. I'm 64 and learning to do my own vehicle stuff etc. your awesome 👍

  • @maryhight6030
    @maryhight6030 Год назад +21

    Vernon you are awesome ❤ so very kind of you to help Amber 👏

  • @KristiinaKasepalu
    @KristiinaKasepalu Год назад +18

    Vernon is really helping you guys. So happy for the great people you surround yourself with.

  • @Ladythyme
    @Ladythyme Год назад +13

    Thank you from me too Vernon…I’ve always felt so bad knowing she was having difficulty staying warm and not being able to help. & Amber you’ve learned so much! GREAT JOB 🤞🏻Stay toasty! 🥰

  • @rajanikumari3672
    @rajanikumari3672 Год назад +17

    The Calgary Vanlife Fairy Godfather strikes again. Vernon, you are the best thank you for all the help you give. Yeah Amber, another video. You’re getting better with each one. ☕️😊

  • @WendyCooley
    @WendyCooley Год назад +5

    So glad to see you posting more.

  • @susanaughey9343
    @susanaughey9343 Год назад +2

    Great job!

  • @kathybest6950
    @kathybest6950 Год назад +11

    Thank you Vernon for helping Amber 😊 im happy you have heat again it's to cold not to have heat.

  • @fayepotts3279
    @fayepotts3279 Год назад +35

    Amber! I am beyond proud of you, the video was really well done!
    You really had your act together and you are very knowledgeable on how to trouble shoot your heater!
    Great job!👏👏👏💕🙏🏻

  • @debbief2882
    @debbief2882 Год назад +4

    Yay! Good job Amber.
    Thanks for coming to the rescue again, Vernon.

  • @DU112052
    @DU112052 Год назад +31

    Great job Amber!! My great granddaughters watched this with me and they think you are cool!! You are teaching the young kids to jump in and try to fix it before you replaced it. Thanks!! You Rock!!

    • @happycoffeevanlife
      @happycoffeevanlife  Год назад +10

      Awwww that’s so sweet ❤️ tell them I say hi! Thank you for watching and supporting ☺️

    • @abeach5420
      @abeach5420 Год назад +4

      @@happycoffeevanlife Hiya Miss Amber .....ok grrrrrllll you HAVE looked well into the immense snow & wind storm about to slam down Wed-Thurs etc. I remembered Matthew said he was going to head across mtns to BC annnnnd of course I just left a comment on recent vid to begggg him not to cross, esp with the baby and the Jeep too. Weathergirl I am haha and worrywart....thus why so worried you do not have tons more insulation in Regina during winter and late Fall etc. Anyhoo gotta go watch your vid now...just wanted to leave a comment first.
      Btw I know you all MUST watch the weather but my friend there in the Hamptons area says I know more about it all before they do, hehe.

    • @DU112052
      @DU112052 Год назад +4

      @@happycoffeevanlife They saw this and said you are welcome.

  • @donnamacleod2947
    @donnamacleod2947 Год назад +6

    Great job installing your new heater, Amber! Thank you Vernon for helping Amber! I hope you stay warm this winter!

  • @preparingthebridefaithoutr6884
    @preparingthebridefaithoutr6884 Год назад +6

    Hellooooo Amber!👋. GREAT to see your video/vlog today ...and so sorry for your struggles😕. You've become quite the 'mechanic' ...and your experience dealing with that diesel heater, merits a 'WIN'!👍🤗. I'm SUPER happy that all is well, now ...and give you much 'props' for your continued endurance. Keep up the AWESOME footage, keep your head up, continue to take care of yourself, ...stay safe & God bless you!👍🤗💖😇

    • @preparingthebridefaithoutr6884
      @preparingthebridefaithoutr6884 Год назад +3

      GREAT video!👍🤗💖😇

    • @happycoffeevanlife
      @happycoffeevanlife  Год назад +5

      Hi Sheron🙏❤️ I guess even with all the struggles, they still help me learn and grow so there’s that haha thank you for watching and supporting 😁

    • @preparingthebridefaithoutr6884
      @preparingthebridefaithoutr6884 Год назад +3

      PRACTICE does sometimes make perfect! ...you are definitely growing thru LIFE'S experiences for sure! ALWAYS looking forward to your next content release.👍🤗💖😇

  • @VanmaRuth
    @VanmaRuth Год назад +13

    Yay!!! i'm missing you but I'm so glad that your new heater is working for you. Well done, Amber! Much love and hugs

    • @happycoffeevanlife
      @happycoffeevanlife  Год назад +6

      Ruth ❤️ I hope all is well with you! I’ll send a text your way! Miss you!

  • @lynnvalenti9532
    @lynnvalenti9532 Год назад +9

    OMG Amber...no heat is brutal!! I hope this heater holds up. Great seeing another video from you.

  • @ceebee987
    @ceebee987 Год назад +13

    With all the craziness in the world, it's so good to hear about people like Vernon. It restored my belief in humanity a little. Also....SUPER HAPPY you have heat Amber. Way too cold in an Alberta winter to be without. Certainly a lot different than BC. Loved your vlog and watching you makes me believe that I can do vanlife (eventually) as a solo woman as well.

  • @cathymc8365
    @cathymc8365 Год назад +4

    Thank you Vernon for keeping Amber from becoming a popsicle! Glad the new one worked and nothing further needed to be done.

  • @Sue3565
    @Sue3565 Год назад +3

    You go Amber!!! So glad you’re warm! ❤

  • @vantastical_life
    @vantastical_life Год назад +2

    Awesome job Amber!!! Your videos are getting better and better each time. Always looking out for new content from @HappyCoffeeVanlife

  • @judithmaloney3976
    @judithmaloney3976 Год назад +4

    👍Great job Amber you should be very proud of yourself

  • @Myconchinncreations
    @Myconchinncreations Год назад +3

    Amazing..thank you Vernon. Your an amazing person Amber..truly a survivor…to be admired for sure!!!!!

  • @MelissaThompson432
    @MelissaThompson432 Год назад +6

    YAY, AMBER!! WARMTH!! 🎉🎉🎉👍👍👍

  • @TheSmallsRVAdventures
    @TheSmallsRVAdventures Год назад +19

    Nice trouble shooting and install of the new diesel heater. Matt is great to have near by just incase you need guidance with anything. Thank you for giving confidence to people that may not be handy. You rock Amber! Thanks for sharing.

  • @laurafacteau5551
    @laurafacteau5551 Год назад +6

    very nice of you Vernon happy for you Amber

  • @danthevandan
    @danthevandan Год назад +9

    Well done Amber you make a great Diesel heater mechanic 👍 I keep an old North face down jacket I got from a thrift store stuffed under my drivers seat for working on the van, keeps my good clothes klean 😁

  • @sarahhunt7005
    @sarahhunt7005 Год назад +9

    🎉🎉🙌🙌🎉🎉 Yay u got heat fantastic 👏
    Way to go Vernon for providing Amber with her new heater, u rock.
    Way to go Amber for ur trouble shooting skills, even if it the stupid heater didn’t work 😤 u did a great job of trying to figure it out, u rock too 👍👌
    I really enjoy watching ur videos, keep up the good work, take care & stay warm xx

  • @christinamann3640
    @christinamann3640 Год назад +3

    You did so well on doing this for yourself, I wouldn’t know anything about this 👏 your confidence shows

  • @donnamoore7554
    @donnamoore7554 Год назад +11

    I use to feel a little bad that Matthew would make you do all or most of your repairs while he helicoptered and loaned you tools. But NOW it has extremely paid off because you are becoming quite the Mr fix it. Good for you. ❤

  • @Lisa-on3ee
    @Lisa-on3ee Год назад +10

    GOOD FOR YOU!!! Your an inspiration for many!!!💜 Give us more😁

  • @underscr0e
    @underscr0e Год назад +8

    Wow !! Vernon...you are the man!! Thanks for sharing some more vids!! Check the flow rate of the pumps...see if they are the same...wouldn't want to over fuel and crud up the new heater!!

  • @amyfollmer1412
    @amyfollmer1412 Год назад +4

    You rock. Stay warm. Hearts

  • @debramickley2295
    @debramickley2295 Год назад +2

    Good job Amber 💥💥💥. Thank Q to Vernon 👍. I hope you have no more problems with heat this winter 🙏 😎🚙🇨🇦

  • @sandraduffield9481
    @sandraduffield9481 Год назад +3

    Good job Amber you're so talented you did it all by yourself it's a joy to watch your videos

  • @BKAD623-hz7ln
    @BKAD623-hz7ln Год назад +6

    Bruce van life Jr is Good people.
    Glad you're staying warm now✌️

  • @WillowofMoonHaven
    @WillowofMoonHaven Год назад +6

    So happy to see you Amber!

  • @takashichacon3510
    @takashichacon3510 Год назад +1

    we miss your videos. make more.

  • @laurastewart2418
    @laurastewart2418 Год назад +4

    No no no more problems with heater! Otherwise, yahoooooo for seeing another video!😁

  • @ileneahrens8741
    @ileneahrens8741 Год назад +4

    Use lemon to get fuel smell out.

  • @helene1779
    @helene1779 4 месяца назад

    Great job Amber! Thank you to Vernon for helping Amber with a new heater!❤️🙏🏼👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼

  • @rachadventuresinliv
    @rachadventuresinliv Год назад +8

    Grab a bottle of Dawn dish soap best degreaser in a big bowl that you can throw out afterward add some soap and cold water submerged that corner / Stain leave it overnight 8 hours or more then wash it if you can't wash the entire jacket wash it by hand that corner with warm water laundry soap let it sit in laundry soap water 20 minutes then rinse. Hope this helps I've done it a few times.
    Great video Much love 🤗 🤗

    • @joellepatry493
      @joellepatry493 Год назад +3

      Never put clothing with fuel on it in the washer/dryer. Huge 🔥 hazard!!

    • @rachadventuresinliv
      @rachadventuresinliv Год назад

      @@joellepatry493 yes extremely dangerous, that's why you must do as I said washing it with a good degreaser soaking for a minium of 8 hours, rinsing it, then washing it with laundry detergent

  • @divinewrath3142
    @divinewrath3142 Год назад +4

    Yay! No Frozen Coffee Vanlife! Vernon you rock! & So do you Amber! Taking that heater apart like that to clean it would make me so nervous, but you were an pro!

    • @canadianwarrior2108
      @canadianwarrior2108 Год назад +1

      Frozen Coffee is terrible, Frozen Happy Coffee Van Life, not so much. LOL

  • @Whatzsheup2now
    @Whatzsheup2now Год назад +4

    Great to see you building your skills and this helps with those of us who are yet to install a diesel heater. Great job!

  • @thestruggleisreal8072
    @thestruggleisreal8072 Год назад +5

    Matt will be proud, great job 👏

  • @ricksgypsy2512
    @ricksgypsy2512 Год назад +19

    I hope you are able to resolve your heating issues so you can be comfortable this winter. I enjoy your content because I would rather have quality instead of quantity. You are a natural. Just be yourself, and your channel will grow. ❤❤❤

    • @donnamoore7554
      @donnamoore7554 Год назад +3

      Isn’t she?! And much more confident. Gotta love the coffee buzz. 😂😂

  • @dmgarretson01
    @dmgarretson01 Год назад +1

    Great to see another video! It’s boring just watching Matt all the time.

  • @Cpd0127
    @Cpd0127 Год назад +5

    Great job Amber. Lets hope and pray it stays working. Glad you are warm again.

  • @shoffman75
    @shoffman75 Год назад +1

    Adam wants his atomizer back lol

  • @supersteveize
    @supersteveize Год назад +14

    Happy to hear you have heat again. There is a small hole where the atomizer screen is that you have to clean out, It gets the carboned up which won't let oxygen get in for a complete burn. White smoke is unburnt fuel. You can test the glow plug with 12 volts. Danger danger. I'm glad that Matt is there help. You have plenty of parts to play with now.
    Did your new starter battery fix the nasty sounding starter issue?
    Best wishes and safe travels.
    A golf tee is a great temporary plug for the fuel line.

  • @KW-jr3dj
    @KW-jr3dj Год назад +2

    Glad to see more posts from you ! Great job! 💗😸💕💓👏

  • @canadianwarrior2108
    @canadianwarrior2108 Год назад +2

    Can relate to this. New to me RV deserves a new diesel heater, right? Well this new diesel heater (I use an *all in one*) has now gone through 2 fuel pumps in 3 weeks. Good thing I had ordered 2 fuel pumps when the first one quit. This morning during warm up, the second fuel pump died so good thing I had a spare, it is supposed to be -21 tonight. Fortunately, unlike most van dwellers I do have a working propane furnace so a failed heater is not life threatening, but propane furnaces are very power and propane hungry, about 5X less efficient than a diesel heater. I am returning this NEW failed pump for a replacement, and ordering 2 more for backup. Cheers to Vernon for sending you a new heater, and Matthew for helping whenever needed. This is a fun and rewarding, but also very dangerous lifestyle (especially in Canadian winter), we all gotta help where we can.

  • @Yahoo12
    @Yahoo12 Год назад +3

    👍🏼you did your own repair. Girl power. 😎

  • @canadianwarrior2108
    @canadianwarrior2108 Год назад +4

    As someone else noted, there is a small hole on the side where you glow plug goes in. If it is plugged (and I bet it is) clean it out, and you will have a working backup heater.

    • @happycoffeevanlife
      @happycoffeevanlife  Год назад

      Ah yes, I didn’t show on camera but I did check that hole as well

    • @canadianwarrior2108
      @canadianwarrior2108 Год назад

      @@happycoffeevanlife Well dang, beats me then, maybe a computer fail. They are pretty simple, not too much can go wrong. The smoke says your glow plug is working, but obviously no ignition

  • @godevarcooper9366
    @godevarcooper9366 Год назад +2

    Hey Amber 🎉🎉🎉 i finally getting to see your channel. Know about you thru VanlifePLUS channel.

    • @happycoffeevanlife
      @happycoffeevanlife  Год назад

      Thanks for coming on over and watching my channel 😁

    • @godevarcooper9366
      @godevarcooper9366 Год назад

      @@happycoffeevanlife - it is my pleasure Amber. Love watching both channels. Thank you for replying

  • @rachadventuresinliv
    @rachadventuresinliv Год назад +2

    🤞🤞 It will carry you over winter.

  • @Radiohamlincsuk
    @Radiohamlincsuk Год назад +1

    Keep warm Amber
    Love from Lincolnshire UK

  • @keepamericayisraelgreat5708
    @keepamericayisraelgreat5708 Год назад +5

    So many people use this heater in Van life Calf. I hope all goes well.

  • @rosesevers5181
    @rosesevers5181 Год назад +1

    Thank you Vernon for helping Amber & Matthew… well done Amber both on the video and installation of heater… stay safe 😁💞

  • @christinamann3640
    @christinamann3640 Год назад +1

    Those Vevor heaters make great footballs 🥾🏈

  • @survival7691
    @survival7691 Год назад +2

    Yay it works! Hopefully it keeps you warm for a few winters at least. Cheers!☕

  • @angela23
    @angela23 Год назад +3

    Hi Amber! Lovely seeing a video from you! 💞
    How generous of Vernon?!! You are going to be nice and cozy this winter! 🙌
    I read, and you likely have as well, that there are many options to get the diesel out of your vest. Hopefully, something worked. 🙏

    • @happycoffeevanlife
      @happycoffeevanlife  Год назад

      Hi Angela 😊 yes Vernon is a true saint 🙏 he has supported a lot of us vanlifers out here. And yeah the diesel smell has vanished I think…unless I just got used to the smell. It was a bad idea to even wear that vest in the first place because its heated and harder to wash haha
      Hope you’re doing well! And staying warm!

  • @maryhight6030
    @maryhight6030 Год назад +9

    You are amazing Amber 👏 great job girl ❤️🎉

  • @canadiannat8960
    @canadiannat8960 Год назад +1

    Love your vlogging and editing style.
    ☕🌼☕🌼☕

  • @karenpeck8525
    @karenpeck8525 Год назад +1

  • @suerop
    @suerop Год назад +2

    Amber, you and Vernon make a great TEAM! I hope your repairs last a long, long time! I really look forward to your videos. Thanks for keeping us in the loop on your projects. Thursday is our Thanksgiving in US. You have a great day, weekend, holiday. ❤

  • @dwightlilly4208
    @dwightlilly4208 Год назад +10

    From afar Amber, I would say the heater was not getting enough air for combustion. Also if I were you, I would add another fuel filter and keep diesel additive in that fuel tank. If you have dirty fuel, over time you will end up with the same problem. If there is a problem with fuel-air mixture, then there has to be an adjustment screw somewhere on the unit. Also, there must be a fuel filter in that fuel system. It could have been in need or replacing.

    • @ricebike
      @ricebike Год назад

      Hmm, I recalled Matthew got rid of the fuel filter in his setup😅

  • @missy4cdts
    @missy4cdts Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing Amber ❤😊

  • @mytrueserenity5666
    @mytrueserenity5666 Год назад +8

    I was hoping you'd put up another video and get the heat issue figured out. Vernon is such a peach for helping as is Matthew. Please wear safety glasses while under the van doing repairs. Do you have a pair?

  • @erobinson988
    @erobinson988 Год назад +6

    You should check out the miniature wood heaters. If nothing else a good back up. But the heat really good!

  • @planetmarrs5239
    @planetmarrs5239 Год назад +7

    Well, I'm just as bad as you, probably worse when comes to messing up my clothes working on things..... So happy to see you staying warm. Love the way you just jump in there and fix your equipment.... Thanks for the video, love them....

  • @XCX237
    @XCX237 Год назад +3

    These are skills van lifers need. Great job Amber 👍 cheap to fix as well 😁.

  • @suzanneethier1450
    @suzanneethier1450 Год назад +2

    hi amber

  • @dangeroustoman
    @dangeroustoman Год назад +5

    What happens to a lot of these heaters is if you are using lead batteries and you let the voltage get to low the motor doesn't spin fast enough and it kills the motor.
    As the motor doesn't spin fast enough to properly burn the diesel.
    That's were lifepo4 batteries are great.

  • @martna1
    @martna1 Год назад +3

    Glad you have heat again!

  • @upstatechillin
    @upstatechillin Год назад +7

    You're becoming an old ro with your diesel heater! So nice of Vernon and of course, Matthew!

    • @upstatechillin
      @upstatechillin Год назад +2

      And old pro! I meant!

    • @happycoffeevanlife
      @happycoffeevanlife  Год назад +5

      Ahaha I think all of us alberta vanlifers (Bruce vanlife Junior included) will be pros with these heaters by the end of this haha

  • @GypsyJvan
    @GypsyJvan Год назад +1

    ..thanks

  • @lyndamaewilson3453
    @lyndamaewilson3453 Год назад

    It is nice to be watching a female videos. There are alot of male van life out there but watching a female living van life is very refreshing. It proves that females can live comfortably van life. It also helps to have a great van life community working together is essential. Glad you are showing females that it is possible to live van life comfortably . Thankyou thankyou

  • @debrandw246
    @debrandw246 Год назад +1

    You did great Amber. Thanks so much Vernon.

  • @suzanneethier1450
    @suzanneethier1450 Год назад +1

    nitt so cool too see you cleane that thing like nobody bisness good luke whit the hit love sue

  • @Datzneat
    @Datzneat Год назад +9

    So happy for you! I've always wondered if these could be getting clogged on the inside of that atomizer screen where you can't really see. Guess I'll eventually get to see for myself since I just picked up one of these as well.

  • @Pammellam
    @Pammellam Год назад +1

    Amber, I think I see a future Amber project in your future!
    More insulation added to your van walls, floor and ceiling.

  • @myvanlife1
    @myvanlife1 Год назад +8

    Nice job girl!!!

  • @MelissaThompson432
    @MelissaThompson432 Год назад +7

    This whole struggle makes me glad that I live in a place where the average lows are not much below 30°F. There might be a few days in a year with nights between 0°F and freezing....

  • @NomadicDee
    @NomadicDee Год назад +2

    So glad to see a new video from you! I’m impressed with your ability to do your own troubleshooting and installation.

  • @carycoombe3380
    @carycoombe3380 Год назад +2

    Yeah! You did a video. AND, you replaced your heater. It's a pity you don't have some sort of secondary heater, that can run at night.

  • @MapleMarmite
    @MapleMarmite Год назад +7

    Great job - a lot of work but hopefully you’ll be good for heat now. If the new heater came with the exhaust and inlet pipes then I would swap out the filter that goes on the end of the inlet pipe for the new one. As white smoke seems to be associated with air/fuel mixture issues and that inlet filter lives under the van and probably gets filthy I can’t help but think that would affect the mix and make it run rich with not enough air coming through the filter due to the dust/dirt etc. Maybe rotate them periodically if you have two now - assuming you can clean them. 👍🏻

  • @katherinespong
    @katherinespong Год назад +2

    Nice work, Amber! Hope you got the diesel out of your vest. It looks really nice and cozy.

  • @rayregal6258
    @rayregal6258 Год назад

    I started watching Matt from the beginning, I’m glad you have a friend like Mathew.
    Many people to know but few friends that stayed around you just in case😊
    Many blessings for you, Matt and Vernon. I enjoyed your videos.

  • @simonmbaker
    @simonmbaker Год назад +2

    Enjoyed this video...i like how you are yourself..refreshing. We need more videos Amber😎🥰

  • @patrickfrantz2466
    @patrickfrantz2466 Год назад +2

    😅folks seem to think that vinegar and baking soda added to the wash are good at removing diesel odor. Good luck.

  • @sheylaboucher3829
    @sheylaboucher3829 Год назад +2

    Bravo Amber! I hope your proud of yourself for doing that job on your own. Sorry for your vest...I hate diesel smell.😭I can relate to when you say that part of your solutions would be craying....😂

  • @jpz_6904
    @jpz_6904 Год назад +1

    I’m hoping you got heat for the entire winter. Great watch please put out more Contant. Cheers from Seattle!

  • @patriciasancho8239
    @patriciasancho8239 Год назад +1

    Amber, I am so glad you finally have heat again. I’m sure it’s pretty cold where you are stay safe!!🏔️🚐😊

  • @dallaslemieux4161
    @dallaslemieux4161 Год назад

    Hi Amber, u r a woman of all trades! Good for you, enjoy your videos.. 🙏🥰🇨🇦

  • @tracymac1111
    @tracymac1111 Год назад +2

    St Vernon ‼️😇 what a wonderful philanthropist he is. He has you and Matthew under his very generous wing. 🪽 I cannot imagine how miserable it would be, being in a Canadian winter without heat….awful. Matthew has encouraged you over the past year or so to learn about Regina and the art of repairing and up keeping your mobile home. He is a wonderful man who’s ethos is to teach rather than give so that you can survive on your own. You are a very good friend to him Amber, we have seen your support of him during that major surgery, I think you two show what real friendship is all about. Thank you for this video, I am always delighted when I see a "Happy Coffee Van Life” upload.

  • @luckybeth777
    @luckybeth777 Год назад +2

    You did a great job getting the new heater installed!

  • @tyson1fan487
    @tyson1fan487 Год назад +1

    You should be able to clean the vest but read the instructions and if they didn't give you any or nothing on the vest then look up the company online that makes the vest or just call the street that sells them but you can definitely clean them. I knew electric blankets are a little tricky though so just do some research.

  • @Yvonneb_
    @Yvonneb_ Год назад +4

    Great video. So pleased you got hear back in your van xx