TOP 10 VAN LIFE HACKS | our must have items in our self converted van!

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  • Опубликовано: 19 сен 2024

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  • @ccaatttiraffe
    @ccaatttiraffe 3 года назад +9

    I'm blown away by the blanket in pillow idea!

  • @leese.23
    @leese.23 3 года назад +9

    They were great! Especially love the coaster idea for leveling.

  • @meowza7266
    @meowza7266 3 года назад +6

    Love the cutting board! And walkie talkies are a great idea.

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      Glad you like them!

    • @josephjuno9555
      @josephjuno9555 Год назад

      We've tried several types of walkies, they lacked range and must be l9ne of sight? Didn't work in hilly fishing areas?

  • @sharoneasley
    @sharoneasley 3 года назад +10

    I love the pillow idea. That’s where I can keep my hoodies. Great video. I have that ladder. It is awesome! Once I learned how to use it. I had my hands where your feet go when I let it down it came down so fast it bruised one hand and broke the other.

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад +2

      Oh no! That's why I let John do it haha

  • @theartistnextdoor1648
    @theartistnextdoor1648 7 месяцев назад

    Your interior is truelly inspiring

  • @businesswomanvig
    @businesswomanvig 3 года назад +2

    It was the blankets inside the pillows hack for me
    Super inventive

  • @stormdavies250
    @stormdavies250 Год назад

    Love the cutting board idea!

  • @lynnescaddan8919
    @lynnescaddan8919 2 года назад +2

    LOVE that mirror, that pillow is a great idea. The ladder is a great idea to help put a stop to thieves. All vans & RV should have em.

  • @robertomantovani1252
    @robertomantovani1252 Год назад

    Pillow are super smart!

  • @pamelalambe1356
    @pamelalambe1356 2 года назад +1

    Hilarious, and learnt something new.

  • @tericorominas2364
    @tericorominas2364 3 года назад +9

    You guys are KILLING it!! Great hacks! Loved watching John and that ladder...lol . Stay safe, have fun! You know we are praying for you guys!

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад +1

      Oh thank you friend!! Hoping we will get to see y'all this summer!

  • @TimAndShannonLTD
    @TimAndShannonLTD Год назад +2

    We have the same trouble with our ladder - we're lucky when it collapses. Love your bloopers too! You guys are fun to watch!

  • @ms.pirate
    @ms.pirate Год назад

    That dog just falling asleep like that. He obviously loves you both very much

  • @robint01
    @robint01 3 года назад +7

    Well done. Loved the bloopers you left in❣ Most definitely can use several of your hacks at home. Thank you 😊

  • @jaymiddleton772
    @jaymiddleton772 Год назад

    I'll definitely be stuffing some blankets into pillows and... will be sure to keep an eye out for calypso-bill food containers =)

  • @mobilehomelife4028
    @mobilehomelife4028 3 года назад +7

    Hey, just found your channel, I love top ten items. I have watched many, all good, but yours is unique in that the items are more practically based as opposed to personal preference. I am not on the road yet, converting a short-bus. Like I said I am not dissing any of the other videos, just pointing out the difference, great tips. If I had to chose a favorite, the blankets in pillow cases, excellent use of space for extra items you can use in two ways.

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      Oh thank you! Good luck with the bus conversion! Hope to see you on the road!

  • @vickiealderson3698
    @vickiealderson3698 10 месяцев назад

    Your blankets in the pillow and the cutting board with legs hacks are brilliant! Thank you so much!

  • @janneal9156
    @janneal9156 3 года назад +2

    Your van is the best .....your presentation was great ...so have fun stay safe.....cheers from Melbourne ....your dog is gorgeous I wouldn't go anywhere without mine....🚐🥂🐕🎿

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      Thanks so much! Dogs make the adventure so much more fun!

  • @catherinewinterburn1043
    @catherinewinterburn1043 3 года назад +2

    Pillow storage genius

  • @jaynewarriner7214
    @jaynewarriner7214 5 месяцев назад

    I carry walker-talkies also! They are great esp if your cell service is sketchy

  • @watermelon4600
    @watermelon4600 Год назад

    you are soooo cute couple :) , the cutting board is a great idea ! didnt see anywhere before

  • @dannidunn9302
    @dannidunn9302 Год назад

    I love the blanket in the pillow cover. Brilliant.

  • @lauramiller4044
    @lauramiller4044 Год назад

    You two are great! Thank you for the hints!!

  • @juliaworksonstuff
    @juliaworksonstuff 2 года назад

    Dang! That pillow hack is AMAZING

  • @musicelle812
    @musicelle812 Год назад

    Thanks for the thoughtful ideas!

  • @the-wandering-wings
    @the-wandering-wings 3 года назад +1

    lol the ladder takes ! the concentration to get it right was too funny! Also the cutting board hack: genius!

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      The cutting board has been such a game changer! And the ladder bit makes us laugh every time haha

  • @phoenixsubliminals765
    @phoenixsubliminals765 Год назад

    Thank you😊. My favorite is the pillows with blankets inside... This is great for my tiny house, too

  • @Ruthie888
    @Ruthie888 3 года назад +2

    Great job! I especially thought the cutting board was great.

  • @justaguitarplayer2059
    @justaguitarplayer2059 2 года назад +2

    Cool couple. I’d hang out with them. Good sense of humor

  • @Expedition-Blackbeard
    @Expedition-Blackbeard 2 года назад +1

    One of the best lists on RUclips van life. Thanks for the tips!

  • @vickiealderson3698
    @vickiealderson3698 10 месяцев назад

    Excellent hacks! Thank you!

  • @gilanicalivanlife8056
    @gilanicalivanlife8056 Год назад

    Great ideas and I love your videos 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

  • @Ship_stuff
    @Ship_stuff 3 года назад +3

    Loved all these hacks! I would definitely incorporate some of them in my sticks and bricks home - like the pillow hack and Tupperware. Y’alls videos are great and edited perfectly. Also, while I thought the blooper reel at the end of other videos was great, after seeing this video I think I kinda like it better when the blooper stays in the scene! Makes you guys more down-to-earth that you keep those blunders in there, lol. There’s already millions of videos on here edited to look like everyone is perfect. The way you guys do your videos feels much more authentic- hence I love to watch them! 😊

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад +2

      Thank you so much!! Thank you for sharing that about the bloopers! We thought so too, but it's nice to hear that from others 😊

  • @JennyYasi
    @JennyYasi Год назад

    I'd love to hear your van dog hacks!

  • @markfila6357
    @markfila6357 3 года назад +2

    Love all these hacks. It’s like backpacking but every single day :) love you guys and miss you

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      Thank you! Love and miss you!

  • @TheRubeeRose
    @TheRubeeRose Год назад

    Loved this, thanks!

  • @ChooseThePathYouTake
    @ChooseThePathYouTake 2 года назад +1

    HAHAHA. I'm dying with the ladder scene...we have the same kind and we have the same problems which is soo hilarious

  • @vanessamacdonald9153
    @vanessamacdonald9153 3 года назад +2

    Loved the video and the bloopers - please continue to show them too :) Great hacks! Especially the ladder and containers.

  • @sleepingxrose
    @sleepingxrose 3 года назад +1

    These hacks/tips/items are so smart! Most of them I've never seem/heard of

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      That was our hope! Thank you!

  • @praguhbis
    @praguhbis Год назад +1

    I think this mirror is a great idea for others to implement. Having a fixed mirror may be dangerous in rough roads as it may shatter and hurt the occupant(s).

  • @badmedicine9206
    @badmedicine9206 Год назад

    Thanks for sharing these hacks. While I’m waiting for my camper van, I’ve watch quite a few vids but they are all pretty similar to each other. You really shared some tips that I’ve never seen and never thought of. Great job!

  • @amaropargo8532
    @amaropargo8532 3 года назад +1

    Walkie Talkies !!!
    Makes things easier.
    Regards from Panamá

  • @mikemanjo2458
    @mikemanjo2458 3 года назад +2

    Great job! I love the toe kick storage. Brilliant! Stay safe. (Jane from SC)❤️🙏

  • @kstepk5003
    @kstepk5003 3 года назад +1

    The cutting board is really good

  • @cathietonkin5577
    @cathietonkin5577 3 года назад +1

    I want a van just like yours!!!! 🧡💛💜🤍 it..... love your hacks, especially the fold step stool! I’m extremely vertical challenge!!!!

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад +1

      I am right there with you! haha thank you!!

  • @PsychicReverendDonnaSeraphina
    @PsychicReverendDonnaSeraphina Год назад

    Thank you!

  • @josephjuno9555
    @josephjuno9555 Год назад

    Great ideas and not just repeat what others said? Nice van!

  • @suellenw561
    @suellenw561 3 года назад +2

    We have 4 cats that spend a lot of their napping time on our bed. Our "permanent" bedspread is a sheet. It's easier to wash when needed. I expect when our camper gets converted, the bed will have a sheet on top as well. We're planning to take one cat w/ us. The others don't travel. Being in our car freaks them out.

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      We totally understand that! I love that you also travel with your pets, it is so fun!

  • @sammyrox69
    @sammyrox69 Год назад

    honestly loads of great tips i’ve not seen on other videos! thanks guys

  • @tyoverboe7839
    @tyoverboe7839 3 года назад +1

    MAH! Yes! Awesome job!

  • @DeborahLong7777
    @DeborahLong7777 3 года назад +1

    Two cute and a dog lol. Great ideas for home or van agree!

  • @craigeydmann
    @craigeydmann 3 года назад +1

    Some great ideas#livingthedream

  • @mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582
    @mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582 3 года назад +1

    Love your unique must haves.... Great ideas!!

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад +2

      Thanks so much! 😊

    • @mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582
      @mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582 3 года назад

      @@johnviv3956 aww no problem! I don't hit the like on many videos but this one definitely got it. I'm definitely going back to this video when im ready to build out.

  • @jjfresh.
    @jjfresh. 3 года назад

    A tip for the window coverings: if the fabric isn't waterproof, or anti-bacterial, you will get mold from moisture on the windows.

  • @thepandemicdiva3369
    @thepandemicdiva3369 3 года назад +1

    Great ideas!!

  • @conneyphu
    @conneyphu 3 года назад +2

    You guys are super cute and I love your hacks 👍

  • @pamelamilton6755
    @pamelamilton6755 3 года назад +2

    I thought he was a pillow until you pointed him out. lol

  • @sspringer2000
    @sspringer2000 3 года назад +2

    Love this! So inspiring! Makes me want to minimize ☺️

  • @zajournals
    @zajournals 2 месяца назад

    I know this is an old video but do you remember where you bought the Tupperware? I contacted them and they said they've never had collapsible containers.

  • @JJAVA-wt6eo
    @JJAVA-wt6eo 3 года назад

    I got that very same spotted stool at Target last week. The instructions stuck on it show that you are supposed to stand with your feet going "across" the bendable part, not as you are in this. I guess it's in case that it's not completely locked open, so be careful ...

  • @paulowen9432
    @paulowen9432 2 года назад +1

    Awesome vlog. Can you tell me where you bought the spice racks?
    Thanks

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  2 года назад

      Amazon! There are more details in our van tour video!

  • @evelyndunn50
    @evelyndunn50 3 года назад +1

    Love this video!

  • @vickyfong4521
    @vickyfong4521 2 года назад +1

    You guys are so cute

  • @cbosworth6808
    @cbosworth6808 Год назад

    May I ask if you have a link to your spice racks and magnetic knife holder?

  • @cassandradevine4752
    @cassandradevine4752 2 года назад +2

    Just found his video, thanks for the tips! I'm just wondering how you lock your skis to the van and if you think they are safe leaving them outside the van in winter? And is there a way to convert it back to a roof deck in summer?

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  2 года назад

      Good question! Our ski rack locks with a key and we have had no problems leaving them on the roof. We decided not to do a roof deck, but it would be easy to remove the ski rack and put a couple deck pieces up there!

  • @adamhicks8231
    @adamhicks8231 2 года назад +1

    How do you keep your fresh and grey water containers from building up massive amounts of mold??

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  2 года назад

      Every time we empty the grey water, it gets rinsed out! Also we use a filter for our fresh water and the constant use keeps mold out.

  • @Paplaito
    @Paplaito Год назад

    ok hold up she is actualy so freaking pretty godamn

  • @65plusfabulous56
    @65plusfabulous56 2 года назад +1

    👍👍

  • @thermomixingwithkim
    @thermomixingwithkim 3 года назад +1

    Hi can you tell me where you got the cutting board from thansk

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      Amazon! The link should be in the description!

  • @julianroccopesa3491
    @julianroccopesa3491 Год назад

    ❤️❤️❤️,Ty ✌️🙏❤️🕯️🎈🌻😊

  • @gonnadanceagain
    @gonnadanceagain Год назад

    You are cute together❣️

  • @LastNameTom
    @LastNameTom 3 года назад +1

    What pot is that?

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад

      Are you talking about the black water kettle? That is from Crate and Barrel!

  • @rowangallagher
    @rowangallagher Год назад

    Life hack: mirror

  • @rowangallagher
    @rowangallagher Год назад

    This is accidental Alan Partridge material

  • @shandelebroyles1099
    @shandelebroyles1099 3 года назад

    I'm sorry but that shoe storage is way too hard to get to

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 года назад +1

      The shoe storage works great for us and is easy to access. Everything in a van requires extra work so it has not been an issue for us. I am sure there are other clever ways to store shoes that work great for other people!

  • @kuljitsingh5780
    @kuljitsingh5780 Год назад

    Good overacting in the end