MY NEW VAN BROKE DOWN | Story Time & Camping

After years of throwing money into my 1992 Ford Econoline van, I finally upgraded to a 2014 Ram Promaster. The first day I drove it, it broke down... and now, 5 months later, it is again broken down. I received some of the worst news possible. Watch to find out. 😢😓

[@marcdsh6998]

Wow, a total nightmare, good help is so hard to find. I really feel for you.

[@Kelly_Explores]

Thanks.. ugh... SUCH a nightmare. Ironically, the person who was supposed to ensure both of my vehicle's' safety, and who I paid to do so, did just the opposite. You are right- it is so hard to find a trustworthy mechanic.

[@randall6890]

I’m loving that mattress, it’s so massive! 😅

[@MasonWebster]

Are you still doing the travel nursing/van life stuff? My wife and I want to do this - I have questions!

[@Kelly_Explores]

I actually have an update video coming soon! Feel free to ask away though 😉

[@bradvansteinburg2962]

Hi, nice to see some one using a ground sheet to preserve the tent bottom.

[@Kelly_Explores]

Haha! Unfortunately the tarp was too small but better than nothing 🙂

[@Kelly_Explores]

I never did update you all on this situation! I collected all evidence of Greg’s incompetence and negligence over the 5 month period, wrote up a demand letter, and wrote him a 1-star Yelp review. I was fully prepared to sue him in small claims court for the engine damages. I also told him that if he chooses to pay for all damages to be completed by another mechanic, I will remove the 1-star review (which laid out all of the facts, no emotions involved, but these facts would have really impacted his business!). Well, he called me immediately after receiving the demand letter and review, took responsibility again, apologized profusely, told me he fired the new tech who had been the one doing the work on my van, and cut me a check for $3,500. Whether this is because Greg truly does have integrity or whether it’s because he didn’t want the negative impact to his business or the hassle of court, I don’t know. Either way, I was relieved. The other, trustworthy mechanic repaired my engine and I didn’t have to pay a thing. My van has been running smoothly ever since! 💚

[@travelandeventz2742]

🖐🖐👍👍

[@indycharlie]

I could say a LOT of things about " Greg " and his supposed "tech's " . But it is clear that he is either a liar , or his " tech's " know shit about brakes and AC repair . The gauges for testing the AC system will tell you if it is working right , plus . A GOOD AC mech will evacuate all the refrigerant in the system and refill with the proper MEASURED amount of refrigerant , using a scale . Then do testing with AC gauges . Sounds like Greg was wanting a higher price repair by hoping you warp the rotors with such thin pads . You cannot be sued by him if you ONLY tell the truth about your experience with Greg . His SHOP name needs to be known by the locals are him . Sounds like he only offered the FREE pads and rotors , AFTER his scheme was caught by an honest shop !! Be safe out there !