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I've been watching your videos for inspiration, I have a 2012 Transit Connect. I have one question, I am trying to figure out how you managed to fit that vanity against the wall. Did you cut out the back to go over the wheel hump? Just straight up measuring, the vanity and bed won't fit.
Dee you are too kind. Thank you. Whatever part I may have had you are the one who has done the difficult part of coming up with all the fabulous ideas for videos and following thru with amazing and informative videos Iike this one. You are a star and your growing audience has recognized that. You go girl!! Proud of you.
Your van is so well organized and use of space incredible. I need to figure out how to make mine more space efficient, or have room but need to utilize it better. 🐞is so cute.
Just found you a couple weeks ago and I am seriously planning to set my future van up the same way. I’d thought I wanted a minivan but now I’m pretty sure I’ll go with a Transit or something similar to yours. So glad I found you!
Awesome! They are the best tiny vans, aren’t they? I’ve seen them getting converted more and more. Thanks for watching. Hope there are some useful ideas. I’d love to hear any suggestion you might have after having one for so long🤗
Hurray - another video! I learn so much from your videos and happy to see that an expensive van build doesn't always have to be the way. Thank you for taking the time to make videos!
Small piece of wood mounted above with a screw or 2. Then it can’t bounce up. Enjoy ur ideas. I’m in the process of converting my minivan. Going great bed is in. Has to be bigger so my wife & I can sleep in it & get to the Porto potty at night.
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for explaining so in depth all of my questions about the bed!! Now I think I fully understand what you did. Might I add, it is such a practical and clever solution? Seriously: really sensible and easy to build. I am a little bummed, because we don't have these Tatami Mat Sofas here in Germany, but I am sure I will find a work around. You are a star!!!!!!
I'm so happy it made sense. I was thinking of you the whole time, hoping it would be at least a little clearer!!! I hope you find a fix for the mattress. Let me know if you do. I'll let others know who might be having that same issue.
Hi, I’ve seen other videos where the creator has built a wooden base with piano hinges to fold up into couch mode & they have cut foam pieces & covered them individually to fit. One simple design comes from the channel Eric enjoys Earth. Here’s a link to his bed build. If I make the bed, I’ll make it skinnier & cut the legs to fit my uneven floor in my minivan. ruclips.net/video/h7dM4afXiq8/видео.html. Cheers, Mo in NJ
Hi! Thanks for a great suggestion. I did eventually find a solution…toggle screws! They are the ones that bend when you put them in and flatten out when you tighten the screw. Worked like a charm.
I am amazed what you have done with such a small space. One van upgrade you might like is buy a conversion kit for the passenger seat so that it can swivel and face the back of the van to give you a variety of seating.
We got snow last night so I’m watching your videos for the day! When you make it here we will go trough your van and fix whatever it needs! Please don’t use quick oil change places, just and FYI! Great info video! ❤️
I appreciate that! I do not use quick oil places. Yes, you can give the van a once over for sure. I am very good about regular maintenance at a trusted shop when I am able, but she just passed the 100K mark, so I really want to make sure all is well!
The red transit grabbed my eye. I really like your set up very clean, minimal belongings kept in your van as well. I am new to your channel, I just started mine out as well. We are ever learning as we go. Thanks for sharing, another grocery haul is in order need to go to Ikea in Charlotte NC now.
Hi Dee, thank you so much for answering all my questions. I didn’t remember seeing your garage so I appreciate your detailed show & tell. Where did u find the patio screen fabric? I would need it for noseeums in FL when I visit family. I love the skinny bathroom cabinet. I just might invest in that for the storage if my first build using what I have doesn’t work out. What I would do is attach plywood on the back to extend almost to the roof. It would make a storage space behind it for a tent, window coverings, other odd shape items & fill in with blankets, etc. Btw (& it’s not a problem as I’m used to it), my name rhymes with Donna tho over the years bc of people mispronouncing it, my nickname is Mo!!! Thanks for your great videos. Cheers, Mo in NJ
I found the screen fabric online. I will try to include the link when I find it. So sorry for mispronouncing your name. But it won’t happen now that I know🤗☺️
👋💃🐞🙂 Great video with a lot of useful information! Ty for sharing! ❤ the video! Ty for sharing! 👍🤗Stay safe/ Be Happy! I'll see you on the next video! ALL caught up now ! 🙂🤗
Thank you! It took me a couple tries to figure out 'mechanically' how I was going to do it. I kept looking at the rock n roll beds in vans and slatted pull outs, but decided it was too complicated. This was easy and doable for me!
First, I love love love your channel. Second I just bought my first van - 2015 TC. Third, I am using a lot of your designs - they are solid and appeal to my sense of minimal. I do have 1 question- do you have or are you planning to have a vent fan? If not why? Thanks so much
Thank you Sarah! Congratulations, you will love it. I do not have a vent fan. I have two smaller usb fans that I can direct air flow. I think in a small van like a connect, the vents fans are not all that necessary. It is preference. I find that having my front windows cracked a little, I rarely need my fans. It depends where you are going to be as well. I am mostly boondocking and often have my doors open a lot during the day. Hope that helps.☺️
Hi Señora Bugout, just subscribed to your channel. I really liked you layout of your chiquita casa. Can't wait to see your next adventure. Take care, hasta pronto.
Hello Dee, one of my favorite things about having a small area or a living quarters I have a Lance camper and I can have that cleaned up in less than 10 minutes lol. Now my house has never been cleaned in 10 minutes not even one room. How much time are you on the road? I love to travel myself. I work as an emergency room RN and I've done that for well let's say 30 plus years. Looking forward to traveling more, I've thought about buying 3 to 5 acres in different locations to have a place to go and travel. I will leave you with a passage I put on my Facebook page see if this resonates with you. Learn how to unlabel the labels you've attached to yourself. False beliefs are toxic to ourselves. Empower Yourself by seeing your choices and then using your choices! Don't be caught in the Stream of negativity towards yourself! See you have the potential to change and then act upon that. Knowledge is not power unless you use action with that. You must act upon your knowledge or it becomes merely a thought that can move out like a cloud in the sky. You are as responsible for your non actions in life, then you are your actions! I will see you, when I see you! Bryan Strasburg
@@LadyBugout sounds like fun I will look forward to that. Make the best of your day! I'm watching videos right now on cast iron woks I have a portable induction cooktop that I use a lot just to heat up my water to make my coffee. But I use my cast iron to cook with it as well that way I don't use as much propane. I like my morning coffee and I'll go through quite a bit of propane. I didn't really think about it until refilling the propane tank twice now. LOL
Hi. I just saw Marie's tour of her transit yesterday on Glorious Life on wheels which included your "cameo." and I just subscribed to your channel. I like that you got out the tape measure. Knowing the dimensions really helps out aspiring nomads such as I in deciding which vehicle suits us best. My question is did you say what the length of the interior box of your van is? David
Hi David! Thanks for subbing. My van behind the cab is 6 foot. There is some more space behind the front seats that can extend that area if needed-by about 3-5 inches. Hope that helps☺️
@@LadyBugout Thanks Dee. I suspected it might be 6ft. Long. I am loving your channel. You have excellent information. And your presentation skills are first rate. It is a delight to be a subscriber of yours.keep enjoying what you do. David
I will say if other are to venture out in the van life, you had better be a person with a little MacGyver blood in you. And Dee, you a one of those that quality for the job. Ha ha! You some unique 👌 and clever ideas 💡 It amazing the ideas that people come up with. Dee! You can not only do the job, but the ability to teach it to others. Keep up the great work! Your and Awesome Lady like others and can't wait to see more of your video. Happy trails!! Hope I'm doing a good job of building you up in case your Son is editing this! Lol 😆 🤣 😂 You do have an Awesome Mom! Not everyone has the secret service on there side! Lol 😆 Later!!!!
@@LadyBugout Thank you Dee, hope you are having a wonderful Christmas as well. Got to clowning around and forgot the most important part..... Christmas 🎄 I have a Handyman business, maybe I should start a new business, have tools will travel 🤔 my truck looks like an ambulance, but it white, but might fit in with you guy's 😉 Ha ha! I like your creativity, because it relate to my work and what I do! Okay 👌 I'm going to stop bugging you. Have a great one!
My son had an Italian girlfriend whose parents were classic country "peasantry" who lived without refrigeration. She taught him how to keep veggies. She thought it so strange that we Americans put everything into a refrigerator. I would suggest viewers use the Internet to learn about each vegetable.
New Subscriber - Great Video - watching this one first and looking forward to following your channel. IKEA has lightweight products that hold together really well. Great build and nice job answering questions! Steve and Hiromi
Since I hve ended up SINGLE at 61! NOT into BAR life! Or sitting home allll alone! Maybe VANLIFE FOR ME. As I am adventurous! Brave! Courageous! JUST gve me a SWEEET loyal dog 🐕 to cuddle with. And am just fine 🐾🐕💃❤🙌💋Yes hve been involved in CHURCHes Well I had BELIZE on my RADAR! and went ahead gave it a try!!! Guess am gonna hve to gve this a try! Or will never get out of my system 🤔🙄🤣🏝🙏
Have you had any mechanical problems on the road that have left you stranded ie, flat tires, getting stuck, etc and how have you handled them. I am unable to change my tires because I don’t have the strength in my wrists to loosen the lug nuts.
They don’t sell the one I have anymore. I listed the one that is closest to the kind I have. There are so many out there these days. I’m sure you’ll find a good one-even better than what I have♥️🐞♥️
Hello. New subscriber from Vancouver Island. I like your simple (minimal) design and positive manner. I’m looking forward to more. Note, I didn’t find your background music too loud or distracting. I think you and I eat the same (my husband calls my food ‘twigs and berries”).
If you traveled in the winter, and stayed overnight in your van, how did you handle the condensation with the single glass pane windows? Thanks for sharing very enjoyable video.
Thank you. I have not yet had problems with condensation. I had heard a lot of people talk about it and was worried. But The coldest I’ve been in is 25 degrees Fahrenheit. I also keep a window cracked and that must create enough ventilation. I will let you know if/when I have that issue, but so far so good🤗
Hi! I like the organizer on your rear van door. It looks as though the pockets are generous and elasticized a bit to keep items from flinging themselves all over your camper, yay! And a bit sheer? Do you recall where it was purchased? Thanks! Adventure on! -Erin
Want to buy a used RV and everyone I find needs lots of repairs. The inside looks good but the mechanics tell me so many things are wrong. It makes it hard to buy on a budget. I keep looking on the internet but can’t find one. Any suggestions in finding one?
I used cars.com and just looked everyday. You can set parameters for what you want and the price you are willing to pay and it will send you vehicles that match. It took me quite a while and lots of test drives😛 I hope you have good luck in finding your perfect ‘match’ 🐞♥️🚗
Hello Jeffrey! Great question. I purposefully did not insulate. It is such a small space, and I had heard that while it might work well for me in the cold to insulate, in hot weather, it might trap the heat and not let it dissipate. Since I try to be mainly in warmer weather, I just used reflectix where windows are or would be and it seems to keep the temperature comfortable. I have been in 100 degree weather and kept the doors and front windows open and was surprised at how nice it was despite the heat. In the cold, I turn my heat on for 5-10 minutes, get under covers and stay warm. Long answer. But I did a lot of research wondering if it was worthwhile. For me, it did not seem to merit the work. Hope that helps☺️
Hi, I know you are part time as of now. My question is do you think a small van is doable for full time ? Winter/summer clothes etc? For someone with no other storage. Thank you
It depends on your needs. I dress layers so I am actually prepared for both types of weather. Worst case I suppose you can shop good will 😛 and donate the other season clothes.
Hi Dee, what a beautiful smile and carisma you have. Are you staying full time in your van? How do you make your living to cover the costs? Regards Rickard from Sweden 🇸🇪
@@LadyBugout sounds smart to try it out first. I also have a Ford van that I'm using weekends at the moment. I was in Croatia last summer though. Looking forward to your next video. Rickard from 🇸🇪
Never heard of that?!?! I do have an awning. What is a 270 awning? Bunnyplayshere has a pop up room that I will get to check out soon. I may get one if I like it. It is easy to store and basically makes a new living space. You will definitely hear about it if I like it😛
@@LadyBugout A 270 awning covers one side and the back of the van , there are real good quality ones that are free standing,not needing pegging down unless in strong winds . Very popular in Australia for vans and 4x4s with pull out kitchens. A young bloke over here that’s got a you tube channel called fire to fork has a top grade one fitted or Mr Buckaroonie has a good one on a camper trailer, check em out if you get a chance. Love ya work stay strong 👁👁😊😊🐕🦺👍🍺🦘🐨🇦🇺 ( I just typed in 270 degree awning and was spoilt for choice )
Do you burn incense or have a can of sweet - spray ? I mean , and I'll say this as tastefully as I can , eating all those beans you got to have something to cut the fog ? Don't feel bad as I'm a beer drinker and tooter .
Ladybug I think if you just wax your your van really well I think it's going to be fine you don't need to paint it you just need to wax it very well and I think it's going to be great it's a beautiful van I was looking at the coat of your van and I really think just some nice heavy duty wax and you know some elbow you know some elbow grease your elbow you know really good good waxing and it'll be beautiful you have a beautiful van don't don't spend money on painting it it looks beautiful I think if you waxed it it looks beautiful you do a wonderful job you're a great representative of Van life you inspire I think of all the young people that you're inspiring all the young women out there that want to that want to go on the road and travel on the road in their van I'll tell you what yeah just just get you some really good wax and wax it real well and it's going to be fine you have a beautiful day and you're very creative no need to spend money where you don't need to spend money just wax it real good
What is your secret to aging backwards. Are you aware that you are looking at 20 years younger in your recent videos? Whatever you are doing, it works.
I'm subscribed, as I'm curious to ur journey an how u manage, so what are you up to now this video is week old also were are u ,and how is weather there
5'8"??? My gosh, you look like a little peanut. I would have guessed 5'1" or 5'2". I've been debating whether or not to go larger in order to stand up. So I'm watching closely. I think being able to cook outside as much as possible to compensate for not being able to stand would be important. The back doors provide alot of possibilities in that regard.
Dear Ms. Bugout: I have looked at Transit Connect Vans that I would convert, similar to yours. I'm 6' 1" and I checked with a tape measure, and I don't see any way that I can sleep flat. Do you know if your Connect Van is Short Wheel Base (SWB) or long wheel base (LWB)?
Hmmm I’m pretty sure it is a short wheelbase-114.6 inches. The floor fits a 4’ x 6’ area rug and there is about 4 inches of space between where the floor board ends and the back of the front seats begin (even when the seat is not pushed forward). The back legs of my bench are secured to the floor at that edge but I intentionally left space to be able to move the seats or have my solar panel and some storage on the back of the seats. The mattress is 76 inches fully out so it hangs over the bench by a few inches. If I were to pull the seats forward, it would add additional space. So, that is 6 ft. 3 inches (and possibly a few more if the seats are pulled forward-if that makes sense). Hope that answers your question. Maybe it is considered a long wheel base- but I know it is 114.6 inch wheelbase.
@@LadyBugout Dear Ms. Bugout: I checked wheelbase lengths of recent models. SWB = 104.8 and LWB = 120.6″. So, it looks like you have a long wheelbase. This is good to know. Thank you kindly.
Yep. And it is even cooler that my mom (who passed away a few years ago) loved ladybugs. And when I was viewing the van on my computer, a ladybug landed on the table next to me... kind of like my mom was saying, ‘this is the one’! 🥰
Thanks for watching! I know this is a longer video than usual, so down below are the timestamps on each genre of questions! So, if you are in a rush, and want to get to a specific part, click down below! Don't forget to like and subscribe! It's free and you can always change your mind later! Keep your comments and questions coming
my husband calls me his Lady Bug, so I have to follow your site....thank you...
Thank you for the time stamps. Do you have Instagram??
I've been watching your videos for inspiration, I have a 2012 Transit Connect. I have one question, I am trying to figure out how you managed to fit that vanity against the wall. Did you cut out the back to go over the wheel hump? Just straight up measuring, the vanity and bed won't fit.
Dee you are too kind. Thank you. Whatever part I may have had you are the one who has done the difficult part of coming up with all the fabulous ideas for videos and following thru with amazing and informative videos Iike this one. You are a star and your growing audience has recognized that. You go girl!! Proud of you.
You ARE the best 🥰
Your van is so well organized and use of space incredible. I need to figure out how to make mine more space efficient, or have room but need to utilize it better. 🐞is so cute.
It took over a year for me to get my system down...and it is always a work in progress😜
Just found you a couple weeks ago and I am seriously planning to set my future van up the same way. I’d thought I wanted a minivan but now I’m pretty sure I’ll go with a Transit or something similar to yours. So glad I found you!
Thank you Susan! I’m so glad it is helpful🤗
Clear to understand the conversation when the music is not in the background,. You have a beautiful voice you don’t need the music
Thanks!
Your amazingly informative. Just you and your tiny van. Your a natural.
Thank you Steve ☺️
Great video. Just found your channel. Now I'm going to have to search out your other videos to catch up.
Thank you so much and welcome🤗
I have been living the van life in a 2011 transit connect. For 2 years now. Not bad, small but I wanted smaller van. I like it.
Awesome! They are the best tiny vans, aren’t they? I’ve seen them getting converted more and more. Thanks for watching. Hope there are some useful ideas. I’d love to hear any suggestion you might have after having one for so long🤗
I love how you did the bed!💛💙😎🐈🚐
It’s my favorite thing about my van🥰
Hurray - another video! I learn so much from your videos and happy to see that an expensive van build doesn't always have to be the way. Thank you for taking the time to make videos!
Thank YOU for taking the time to watch. I'm glad they are helpful!
Small piece of wood mounted above with a screw or 2. Then it can’t bounce up. Enjoy ur ideas. I’m in the process of converting my minivan. Going great bed is in. Has to be bigger so my wife & I can sleep in it & get to the Porto potty at night.
If you’re talking about the mirror… I solved it with toggle screws-hasn’t popped of at all since🤗☺️
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for explaining so in depth all of my questions about the bed!! Now I think I fully understand what you did. Might I add, it is such a practical and clever solution? Seriously: really sensible and easy to build. I am a little bummed, because we don't have these Tatami Mat Sofas here in Germany, but I am sure I will find a work around. You are a star!!!!!!
I'm so happy it made sense. I was thinking of you the whole time, hoping it would be at least a little clearer!!! I hope you find a fix for the mattress. Let me know if you do. I'll let others know who might be having that same issue.
Hi, I’ve seen other videos where the creator has built a wooden base with piano hinges to fold up into couch mode & they have cut foam pieces & covered them individually to fit. One simple design comes from the channel Eric enjoys Earth. Here’s a link to his bed build. If I make the bed, I’ll make it skinnier & cut the legs to fit my uneven floor in my minivan. ruclips.net/video/h7dM4afXiq8/видео.html.
Cheers, Mo in NJ
About the mirror: you could screw something just above it to prevent it from popping up..
Hi! Thanks for a great suggestion. I did eventually find a solution…toggle screws! They are the ones that bend when you put them in and flatten out when you tighten the screw. Worked like a charm.
So helpful. I'm currently kitting out my van and I got a lot of ideas. thank you so much!
That's awesome! So glad it was helpful. I know I watched tons of videos to get ideas, so I'm honored that my videos are useful!
I just bought a 2013 so I can travel and crochet.💖 I think this set-up is perfect!
Hi from England just found your channel looking forward to watching more of your vids x
Thank you, Peter. Welcome🤗
If you have lace shoes you can get Lock Laces and turn them into a slip on. You can get Lock Laces on Amazon.
Exactly! I do not have lace shoes-all of mine are pull on🐞🚗💃🏻
I just love your little home on wheels! 🚗
Thank you so much Pam. I love it so much too.
Hey Lady Bugout 😊 Good to see you my new friend 😊 I’m looking forward to following your new journey - Ray
Thank you. Same here!
I saw you and Bunny were traveling together wanted to come check you out. Your van is so cute!
Thanks for stopping by Ashlin! We’re gonna start a tiny van revolution 😝😜💪🏼
Great hacks love it!💛💙😎🐈🚐
Thank you Gina! ☺️
Great work on your van! Looks fantastic!
Thank you. I like seeing your progress🤗
I am amazed what you have done with such a small space. One van upgrade you might like is buy a conversion kit for the passenger seat so that it can swivel and face the back of the van to give you a variety of seating.
I would like that a lot. Added to list🤗
I love your videos. You inspire me to be simple, but smart. Thank You so much.
Thank you Iara! I am so glad the info is helpful♥️😛🐞
ladybugout you have given me a whole lot of idea's love the way you explain everything thank you so much i really like your show and your smile.🤗
Thank you for all of your encouragement. It means a lot to me 😌
We got snow last night so I’m watching your videos for the day! When you make it here we will go trough your van and fix whatever it needs! Please don’t use quick oil change places, just and FYI! Great info video! ❤️
I appreciate that! I do not use quick oil places. Yes, you can give the van a once over for sure. I am very good about regular maintenance at a trusted shop when I am able, but she just passed the 100K mark, so I really want to make sure all is well!
@@LadyBugout the engine in your van is a very good engine!
I love how animated you are and so informative.
Thank you Mark!
I am so glad I found your channel. You give me courage to do this
I’m so glad to hear that! 🤗☺️
Great episode answers your viewers questions oh n btw you're a very bubbly person. Cheers & subbed.
Thank you! and thank you for subbing🤗
Ok...it’s kinda perfect!
How sweet of you to say that☺️
Thank you for sharing my suggestions regarding the collapsible table! I will be keeping an eye out on your latest videos to see what you get!
Thank YOU!😊
Hi Dee, Gosh! Not sure why I hadn’t watched this vid before. I am looking to buy new and I definitely want a connect just like yours.
That seems so long ago🤗 That’s awesome! Can’t wait to see it and you down the road some day!!!!🚗🚗🚗
Hey Lady Bugout!!
It's Camille from the WRTR.
So glad you started your channel!!
New subscriber my friend.
Hi Camille!!!!! Welcome🥰🥰🥰
Great setup, thanks for sharing ✌😁
Thanks for watching. 🤗☺️
The red transit grabbed my eye. I really like your set up very clean, minimal belongings kept in your van as well. I am new to your channel, I just started mine out as well. We are ever learning as we go. Thanks for sharing, another grocery haul is in order need to go to Ikea in Charlotte NC now.
Thank you and welcome to the channel! I’ll go check out your channel too🤗 Yes always learning!!!
Great video. You pronounced my name perfectly 👍👍👍👍
Phew! It is so different saying it out loud than reading it in comments😜. I’m glad I got it right.
Were you @ the Bouse WRTR this past January????
@@mtnlayde01 Yeeeeesssssss🤗
Oh wow! Your van is sweet!!! New friend here!
Thanks for visiting. So glad to meet you virtually and see all the fun ideas!!!☺️
Thanks for posting this video and providing us more details more visually examples. I’m really enjoying your channel and look forward to each one.
Thank you, Stacey! It means a lot to me for you to say that.
Try using millimetres for the tubing size, so much easier than Imperial units!
Good point🤗
Hi Dee, thank you so much for answering all my questions. I didn’t remember seeing your garage so I appreciate your detailed show & tell. Where did u find the patio screen fabric? I would need it for noseeums in FL when I visit family.
I love the skinny bathroom cabinet. I just might invest in that for the storage if my first build using what I have doesn’t work out. What I would do is attach plywood on the back to extend almost to the roof. It would make a storage space behind it for a tent, window coverings, other odd shape items & fill in with blankets, etc.
Btw (& it’s not a problem as I’m used to it), my name rhymes with Donna tho over the years bc of people mispronouncing it, my nickname is Mo!!! Thanks for your great videos. Cheers, Mo in NJ
I found the screen fabric online. I will try to include the link when I find it. So sorry for mispronouncing your name. But it won’t happen now that I know🤗☺️
👋💃🐞🙂 Great video with a lot of useful information! Ty for sharing! ❤ the video! Ty for sharing! 👍🤗Stay safe/ Be Happy! I'll see you on the next video! ALL caught up now ! 🙂🤗
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Many thanks for posting. I find it very helpful. Very encouraging
So glad you find it helpful. Thank you☺️
That bed is brilliant
Thank you! It took me a couple tries to figure out 'mechanically' how I was going to do it. I kept looking at the rock n roll beds in vans and slatted pull outs, but decided it was too complicated. This was easy and doable for me!
Great concept. Great job on the show and tell.
Thanks for the kind comment! It means a lot to me.
Keep it up
Thank you for watching and commenting☺️
First, I love love love your channel. Second I just bought my first van - 2015 TC. Third, I am using a lot of your designs - they are solid and appeal to my sense of minimal.
I do have 1 question- do you have or are you planning to have a vent fan? If not why?
Thanks so much
Thank you Sarah! Congratulations, you will love it. I do not have a vent fan. I have two smaller usb fans that I can direct air flow. I think in a small van like a connect, the vents fans are not all that necessary. It is preference. I find that having my front windows cracked a little, I rarely need my fans. It depends where you are going to be as well. I am mostly boondocking and often have my doors open a lot during the day. Hope that helps.☺️
Your van is so cute and van life is so cool 😎
Thank you so much! It has been very fun to get into. I’m still learning and finding out so much too.
Many good ideas for me
yay! so glad that it is helpful!
Another great video! TY! So many ideas, love it!!🙆♀️👍
Thank you. It means a lot that you find the ideas helpful!☺️
Hi Señora Bugout, just subscribed to your channel. I really liked you layout of your chiquita casa. Can't wait to see your next adventure. Take care, hasta pronto.
Gracias! Me alegra que te haya gustado y te haya encontrado útil. ☺️
Hello Dee, one of my favorite things about having a small area or a living quarters I have a Lance camper and I can have that cleaned up in less than 10 minutes lol. Now my house has never been cleaned in 10 minutes not even one room. How much time are you on the road? I love to travel myself. I work as an emergency room RN and I've done that for well let's say 30 plus years. Looking forward to traveling more, I've thought about buying 3 to 5 acres in different locations to have a place to go and travel. I will leave you with a passage I put on my Facebook page see if this resonates with you.
Learn how to unlabel the labels you've attached to yourself. False beliefs are toxic to ourselves. Empower Yourself by seeing your choices and then using your choices! Don't be caught in the Stream of negativity towards yourself! See you have the potential to change and then act upon that. Knowledge is not power unless you use action with that. You must act upon your knowledge or it becomes merely a thought that can move out like a cloud in the sky. You are as responsible for your non actions in life, then you are your actions!
I will see you, when I see you!
Bryan Strasburg
Thank you Bryan. That is a nice passage. Hope you do get out on the road. I would love to meet you😊
@@LadyBugout sounds like fun I will look forward to that. Make the best of your day! I'm watching videos right now on cast iron woks I have a portable induction cooktop that I use a lot just to heat up my water to make my coffee. But I use my cast iron to cook with it as well that way I don't use as much propane. I like my morning coffee and I'll go through quite a bit of propane. I didn't really think about it until refilling the propane tank twice now. LOL
Where did you the shoe thing hanging with all the little pockets ?
I got it from target!
Hi. I just saw Marie's tour of her transit yesterday on Glorious Life on wheels which included your "cameo." and I just subscribed to your channel. I like that you got out the tape measure. Knowing the dimensions really helps out aspiring nomads such as I in deciding which vehicle suits us best. My question is did you say what the length of the interior box of your van is? David
Hi David! Thanks for subbing. My van behind the cab is 6 foot. There is some more space behind the front seats that can extend that area if needed-by about 3-5 inches. Hope that helps☺️
@@LadyBugout Thanks Dee. I suspected it might be 6ft. Long. I am loving your channel. You have excellent information. And your presentation skills are first rate. It is a delight to be a subscriber of yours.keep enjoying what you do. David
I appreciate your feedback. Thanks for the encouragement!😌
@@LadyBugout You are welcome Dee.
Ace hardware, $1/4" tubing, $1.77 for 6'
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Most awesome as always! Did I miss the explanation as to what lead you to full time life in a van?❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you Carol! Yes, I tell pieces of my story…But I choose to keep a lot of that private. ♥️🐞♥️
I just watched your videos..they are very nice...look forward to your next one..
Thank you, Clarinda, for watching! Glad you liked them☺️
Have you had mechanical problems with your van? How do you stay cool in the summer? Thank you. Marcia
Hello Marcia! I have not had any issues so far. I am actually going to be doing an upcoming video on how I stay cool. Stay tuned ☺️
Finally I've been waiting 😀 😘😘😘
Awww sorry you had to wait so long. Thanks for hanging in there🥰
@@LadyBugout naah it's fine girl, what matters is that Ur safe out there, I find this video really informative. Thanks a bunch 💙💙💙 😘
Nice work on your croak love
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I will say if other are to venture out in the van life, you had better be a person with a little MacGyver blood in you. And Dee, you a one of those that quality for the job. Ha ha! You some unique 👌 and clever ideas 💡 It amazing the ideas that people come up with. Dee! You can not only do the job, but the ability to teach it to others. Keep up the great work! Your and Awesome Lady like others and can't wait to see more of your video. Happy trails!!
Hope I'm doing a good job of building you up in case your Son is editing this! Lol 😆 🤣 😂 You do have an Awesome Mom! Not everyone has the secret service on there side! Lol 😆 Later!!!!
😂 No worries there, you are doing a fine job of building me up! Have a great Christmas🐞🎄🚗♥️
@@LadyBugout Thank you Dee, hope you are having a wonderful Christmas as well. Got to clowning around and forgot the most important part..... Christmas 🎄 I have a Handyman business, maybe I should start a new business, have tools will travel 🤔 my truck looks like an ambulance, but it white, but might fit in with you guy's 😉 Ha ha!
I like your creativity, because it relate to my work and what I do! Okay 👌 I'm going to stop bugging you. Have a great one!
My son had an Italian girlfriend whose parents were classic country "peasantry" who lived without refrigeration. She taught him how to keep veggies. She thought it so strange that we Americans put everything into a refrigerator. I would suggest viewers use the Internet to learn about each vegetable.
Yes. It is easier than people think 🤗
@@anninriverside755 It's like we need a household manual on how to do things the old and true way.
Hello vedeo is great and always supports you, stay connected, have a good day
Thank you. I really appreciate it.
Great video...again! Have you thought of going in to mass manufacture of the Ladybug? It’s got mass appeal 🤩🤩
You are so sweet to say that!☺️
New Subscriber - Great Video - watching this one first and looking forward to following your channel. IKEA has lightweight products that hold together really well. Great build and nice job answering questions! Steve and Hiromi
Thank you guys! You take such awesome shots in yours! Yes... gotta love IKEA🤗
Hope you don't mind if I use some of your ideas
Like the way you keep it simple and functional
I have a 2000 astro van
I don’t mind at all Herman! That is the reason I’m sharing ideas, so that if it is useful to someone, they can do it too☺️
@@LadyBugout thank you
Here watching ya hun
Thank you, thank you my dear! Hope it is useful.
Since I hve ended up SINGLE at 61! NOT into BAR life! Or sitting home allll alone! Maybe VANLIFE FOR ME. As I am adventurous! Brave! Courageous! JUST gve me a SWEEET loyal dog 🐕 to cuddle with. And am just fine 🐾🐕💃❤🙌💋Yes hve been involved in CHURCHes
Well I had BELIZE on my RADAR! and went ahead gave it a try!!! Guess am gonna hve to gve this a try! Or will never get out of my system 🤔🙄🤣🏝🙏
Have you ever seen or used auto repair that comes to you? I used it once in Florida and saved 50 percent. I don't know where it is at.
I have not heard of that. Sounds interesting.☺️
@@LadyBugout maybe it ain't that many places?
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Have you had any mechanical problems on the road that have left you stranded ie, flat tires, getting stuck, etc and how have you handled them. I am unable to change my tires because I don’t have the strength in my wrists to loosen the lug nuts.
Not yet, thankfully. I have AAA and I check my van regularly.
Please list the camera for your van
We would like have one
Thank you
They don’t sell the one I have anymore. I listed the one that is closest to the kind I have. There are so many out there these days. I’m sure you’ll find a good one-even better than what I have♥️🐞♥️
Hello. New subscriber from Vancouver Island. I like your simple (minimal) design and positive manner. I’m looking forward to more. Note, I didn’t find your background music too loud or distracting. I think you and I eat the same (my husband calls my food ‘twigs and berries”).
Thank you Joanne! Also thanks for the comment on the music. I was not sure if it was something on my end or not🤗Yes, twigs and berries all the way😜
I believe you said bed in 40x76. None of the ones in link show that size-help?
Hmmmm. The mat in the link is 76.78 x 39.37 roughly 76 x 40
If you traveled in the winter, and stayed overnight in your van, how did you handle the condensation with the single glass pane windows? Thanks for sharing very enjoyable video.
Thank you. I have not yet had problems with condensation. I had heard a lot of people talk about it and was worried. But The coldest I’ve been in is 25 degrees Fahrenheit. I also keep a window cracked and that must create enough ventilation. I will let you know if/when I have that issue, but so far so good🤗
Hi! I like the organizer on your rear van door. It looks as though the pockets are generous and elasticized a bit to keep items from flinging themselves all over your camper, yay! And a bit sheer? Do you recall where it was purchased? Thanks! Adventure on! -Erin
I believe I bought it at target.
@@LadyBugout - thanks so much - enjoy your travels!!
Thank you 😊
Want to buy a used RV and everyone I find needs lots of repairs. The inside looks good but the mechanics tell me so many things are wrong. It makes it hard to buy on a budget. I keep looking on the internet but can’t find one. Any suggestions in finding one?
I used cars.com and just looked everyday. You can set parameters for what you want and the price you are willing to pay and it will send you vehicles that match. It took me quite a while and lots of test drives😛 I hope you have good luck in finding your perfect ‘match’ 🐞♥️🚗
@@LadyBugout Thank you. I’ll just keep on my hunt. 3 down and many more to go.
You didn't add insulation to the walls, floors or ceiling, so I'm wondering how well it handles the hot and cold.
Hello Jeffrey! Great question. I purposefully did not insulate. It is such a small space, and I had heard that while it might work well for me in the cold to insulate, in hot weather, it might trap the heat and not let it dissipate. Since I try to be mainly in warmer weather, I just used reflectix where windows are or would be and it seems to keep the temperature comfortable. I have been in 100 degree weather and kept the doors and front windows open and was surprised at how nice it was despite the heat. In the cold, I turn my heat on for 5-10 minutes, get under covers and stay warm. Long answer. But I did a lot of research wondering if it was worthwhile. For me, it did not seem to merit the work. Hope that helps☺️
Hi, I know you are part time as of now. My question is do you think a small van is doable for full time ? Winter/summer clothes etc? For someone with no other storage. Thank you
It depends on your needs. I dress layers so I am actually prepared for both types of weather. Worst case I suppose you can shop good will 😛 and donate the other season clothes.
Hi Dee, what a beautiful smile and carisma you have. Are you staying full time in your van? How do you make your living to cover the costs? Regards Rickard from Sweden 🇸🇪
Thank you! I am part time. I still work, but exploring this lifestyle as I look to retirement.
@@LadyBugout sounds smart to try it out first. I also have a Ford van that I'm using weekends at the moment. I was in Croatia last summer though. Looking forward to your next video. Rickard from 🇸🇪
Hi Dee. In one of your videos you use peroxide and water to clean dishes, what ratio do you use for this?
Hi Kirt! One part water to one part hydrogen peroxide (3%)
Have you ever thought about a 270 degree awning for increased outdoor living space ? Just a thought it may or may not work for you 👁👁😊😊🐕🦺🇦🇺
Never heard of that?!?! I do have an awning. What is a 270 awning? Bunnyplayshere has a pop up room that I will get to check out soon. I may get one if I like it. It is easy to store and basically makes a new living space. You will definitely hear about it if I like it😛
@@LadyBugout A 270 awning covers one side and the back of the van , there are real good quality ones that are free standing,not needing pegging down unless in strong winds . Very popular in Australia for vans and 4x4s with pull out kitchens. A young bloke over here that’s got a you tube channel called fire to fork has a top grade one fitted or Mr Buckaroonie has a good one on a camper trailer, check em out if you get a chance. Love ya work stay strong 👁👁😊😊🐕🦺👍🍺🦘🐨🇦🇺 ( I just typed in 270 degree awning and was spoilt for choice )
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Another video well done and informative, your build looks great. 👍😎
Thank you, Gary! Glad you found it helpful.🤗
Do you do anything to control humidity? 🥵
Hi Steve! I ventilate with fans and always have a cracked window or two depending.
Do you burn incense or have a can of sweet - spray ? I mean , and I'll say this as tastefully as I can , eating all those beans you got to have something to cut the fog ? Don't feel bad as I'm a beer drinker and tooter .
😂 actually no… I really don’t have that issue. Maybe my gut is used to all the rice and beans😛
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Ladybug I think if you just wax your your van really well I think it's going to be fine you don't need to paint it you just need to wax it very well and I think it's going to be great it's a beautiful van I was looking at the coat of your van and I really think just some nice heavy duty wax and you know some elbow you know some elbow grease your elbow you know really good good waxing and it'll be beautiful you have a beautiful van don't don't spend money on painting it it looks beautiful I think if you waxed it it looks beautiful you do a wonderful job you're a great representative of Van life you inspire I think of all the young people that you're inspiring all the young women out there that want to that want to go on the road and travel on the road in their van I'll tell you what yeah just just get you some really good wax and wax it real well and it's going to be fine you have a beautiful day and you're very creative no need to spend money where you don't need to spend money just wax it real good
Good advice. I used vinyl decals☺️
Excellent keep inspiring
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What is your secret to aging backwards. Are you aware that you are looking at 20 years younger in your recent videos? Whatever you are doing, it works.
Awww thanks. I appreciate the compliment. I think one big factor is that my stress level has gone waaaaay down! 😜
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I’m glad you are enjoying the channel. Thanks for tuning in ☺️
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I'm subscribed, as I'm curious to ur journey an how u manage, so what are you up to now this video is week old also were are u ,and how is weather there
Thank you for subscribing. Yes, most of my videos are a week or two behind. Safer that way!
5'8"??? My gosh, you look like a little peanut. I would have guessed 5'1" or 5'2". I've been debating whether or not to go larger in order to stand up. So I'm watching closely. I think being able to cook outside as much as possible to compensate for not being able to stand would be important. The back doors provide alot of possibilities in that regard.
Yes! I have a foldable table that I can have outdoors for cooking when I choose to cook outside☺️
you must eat like a bird
Hahahah. In some ways I do😛 I like all sorts of seeds- no worms though😂
You are very resourceful. I think I will steal a lots of ideas of yours!
Go right ahead! That is why I share them😎
Any updates on that foldable table?
Yep, here’s the link: ruclips.net/video/Slo8-0lPx8s/видео.html 🤗
Dear Ms. Bugout: I have looked at Transit Connect Vans that I would convert, similar to yours. I'm 6' 1" and I checked with a tape measure, and I don't see any way that I can sleep flat. Do you know if your Connect Van is Short Wheel Base (SWB) or long wheel base (LWB)?
Hmmm I’m pretty sure it is a short wheelbase-114.6 inches. The floor fits a 4’ x 6’ area rug and there is about 4 inches of space between where the floor board ends and the back of the front seats begin (even when the seat is not pushed forward). The back legs of my bench are secured to the floor at that edge but I intentionally left space to be able to move the seats or have my solar panel and some storage on the back of the seats. The mattress is 76 inches fully out so it hangs over the bench by a few inches. If I were to pull the seats forward, it would add additional space. So, that is 6 ft. 3 inches (and possibly a few more if the seats are pulled forward-if that makes sense). Hope that answers your question. Maybe it is considered a long wheel base- but I know it is 114.6 inch wheelbase.
@@LadyBugout Dear Ms. Bugout: I checked wheelbase lengths of recent models. SWB = 104.8 and LWB = 120.6″. So, it looks like you have a long wheelbase. This is good to know. Thank you kindly.
You can easily sleep flat if you put the bed on the passenger side and move the seat forward a couple of inches.
Newish subscriber. I have watched all of your videos. You are such a breath of fresh air and have such great ideas. Thank you!
Thank you Nicole! That means a lot to me🥰
Love the bed/couch idea
Thanks! I have really liked my set-up too☺️
If I was you I’d email IKEA and see if they would sponsor one of your videos. You use a lot of stuff from IKEA. Lol 😂 ❤️
I know, right?!? I’m like an IKEA PR person😜
WOW great deal and low miles ☺️ that's awesome 😎
Yes! I spent a lot of time searching and then this one showed up 🥰
@@LadyBugout and red how cool is that 😎
Yep. And it is even cooler that my mom (who passed away a few years ago) loved ladybugs. And when I was viewing the van on my computer, a ladybug landed on the table next to me... kind of like my mom was saying, ‘this is the one’! 🥰
@@LadyBugout aww it was meant to be! I am starting to look for another van so fingers crossed 🤞 hard to type tho 😂 LoL , the journey continues 😎