I've retired to a shed behind a gas station that iused to work at. I bought the shed with my stimulus check. Before that i was living in my truck. Sometimes we just have to do what we have to do.
Thank you, Bob and Company for doing the video with me. It was an amazing experience and I am just so excited for everything that you all do for the nomadic community.❤
Hello, You indicate you are the woman in the video. One common way that things like panels fold is like this: Visualize a circle, a wire edge covered in vinyl. Now, bend the centers in so they overlap. You now have a shape like the infinity symbol, (look it up, or just think of an 8), but instead of two circles, you have 3. Now, fold the two outer circles toward the middle, and it is folded. I don't know what yours is like. This is a common physics application. There's always reading the directions...
How long is that cabinet area where your cooler and sink is? I have somewhat the same van and I’m curious if I could fit something like that in my van thanks thanks
It was his interview with @Box Van Dee living in her car that I first got inspired to do this. I thought to myself if Dee can do this then there is hope for me. Blessings
That's awesome. I am in a 1998 Dodge former conversion van. I have been on the road just about a year now full time. One tip I can give her is to lose those running boards and fake fender flares. When I took mine off, I could not believe all the heavy steel in them. Each side weighed close to 100 pounds and, I gained so much ground clearance that some people ask what lift kit I used, and...it is at stock height, which is pretty high. Great van and I love it. Had 108,000 Mile's on it when I got it and I replaced a bunch of stuff to make it dependable. I wish her safe travels.
Often we hear/see of "break downs" for many van life travelers. Bob, have you an episode (idea?) about the most common trouble? What mechanial event commonly strands folks? Failed battery? Water pump? Hose? Specific ignition part? Brakes? Drive shaft? Belts? Alternator? Tire? Power steering pump/hose? Stuck, in sand/mud/other? Transmission failure? What moderate/major failure most required a vehicle tow to a repair shop? This information could provide a best knowledge of what spare parts to carry. What to regularly inspect, and/or preventative replace? More/best/specific tools for specific repair/diagnosis? Not a how to repair a break down. Rather, how to prepare for, and/or carry necessary parts that are necessary to vehicle function. ESPECIALLY when on a remote destination.
I've got a large SUV. My issues have been transmission (set me back $2k,. Power windows (one is stuck up/one stuck down, radiator hose). Other than that, my tires seem good to go.. oh and it's a gas guzzler. Prob going smaller and do camp car or maybe a wagon. It's just sleep.
Great video and wish me LUCK after renting for the past 30 plus years, I am tired of playing for a place that I am never at and that I only use to sleep, shower and change in so I can do those things living in a van full time and joining Planet Fitness!
Great video, nice van. Life on the road is awesome for me. I bought a house 35 years ago for 138,000 and did a slow flip, diy rebuild and sold it for 1.1 m. I then bought a 4x4 Sprinter van low top. With 350 solar, a fridge, small queen bed, induction and a butane single burner and a jet boil, a dry flush toilet, outdoor shower, an awesome mountain bike snd that’s all I need, on land. But I also bought a 1995 Morgan 38 foot sailboat that I live in when I’m not traveling on land. It’s a great boat, easy to sail solo, it’s super comfortable to sleep in, cook in etc. I’m 66 living on Social Security and I’m super healthy from cycling and walking my new puppy/dog. We are doing 3 to 5 miles a day, which is so important as sitting around is mostly boring and unhealthy! So go for it, don’t be house poor!
Bob is teaching people to be self reliant. And remember to follow overnight rules so that those places will not dissappear!. I watched the video on that subject.
What ruins it is the class of the young people, we call them the dirty kids,..living in vans, and such, just lazy,not wanting to work or anything flying cardboard signs at the gas stations and getting on tic toc begging people's for money everyday, they don't care if they trash the place they were camping/sleeping at and just move on to the next place, ive seen it many times...sad
I am so inspired by all the videos on Bob's channel, including this one! I love all the interviews with women because I think I am probably going to retire to van life, like this woman. I have lived out of a backpack for long periods of time--for a year at one time. I know I can live with few possessions. I just don't know how to make van life happen now. I have almost nothing saved for retirement. I am cognitively disabled and, though I can do work in my field (data management for nonprofits), I have had a spotty employment history. I have had to leave many jobs because they became toxic and traumatic when I was unsupported and misunderstood due to my disability. I have had to cash out 401K's numerous times in order to live. I won't be eligible for full social security benefits for several years. I hope Social Security will not be gutted by then! I have a wonderful Saturn VUE SUV, that I love! I think I can make it into a comfortable home. However, I have two young cats who I adopted during the start of the pandemic. Both were strays that I rescued from the street. I adore them and they are my family. I really don't think they'd be happy living in the Saturn. So, I am likely 12 to 15 years away from retirement and van life. In the meantime, I watch videos like this and plan and dream--and take notes!
Cool video! Sounds like Anita's got things planned really well ie giving herself enough part-time van living lifestyle time before jumping in full-time. When she's ready full-time she will already haved lived thru/learned various nuances that a new full-timer has yet to learn! Best wishes as you continue your amazing journey Anita, Pam
starting off part time is always a good idea, as you say, one will learn what is necessary and what is not. Many folk make the mistake of taking too much, just in case. In my case I forgot to take the salt and pepper, lol.
We lived in an 5th wheel RV for a yr. Pulled w/dually truck. It gets a lil harder as you get older. Harder for husband to hitch, conduct maintenance, etc. due to vision loss. Especially if you have to close it all up repeatedly and move on. It was enjoyable but I became claustrophobic too. And the cost to park in RV parks /Campgrounds was getting expensive. RV & truck maintenance is ongoing: $$$$ tires, batteries, roof, appliances etc. Only way we afford to live currently by renting a hse now with other family members. Be Safe. Good luck to you. ❤
I really enjoy these videos and how open these individuals are. Allowing us to see their lives on the road and inside of their homes. Thanks for the awesome content.
My dad bought one those dodge factory conversions, an extended version. He then started putting Great Stuff in doors and panels. It expanded so much some panels creased or dimpled and the doors locked up. We spent hours digging foam from the mechanisms. Finally sold it , I wish he hadn't. I took it on a couple cross country runs after college. I wish I had it now to do a proper build like this. Although this one does look pretty heavy. I like flipping the passenger seat though.
Do a RUclips search. There are literally hundreds of videos on this subject. My personal favorite is the 5-gallon bucket with the toilet seat attachment that you can buy at Walmart or sporting goods stores. The bucket is then lined with a tall kitchen bag and if you separate your waste it will be odorless.
I have a flower pot toilet (10 liter bucket inside a flower pot that's just a little bigger) I put in a plastic bag in it with an adult nappy inside and then I have a wooden top and a loose toilet seat. It works well, and you don't have the urine smell.
I use cams, 5 gal dark bag with shower head and hang it from a tree limb, attach my hulu hoop with shower curtain on the hoop. I put a wood grate on the ground and use that as my outside shower when I boondock in more remote areas...works great for a shower.
I think I must have her same pop up shower tent. It was a Xmas present several years back and I have never been able to refold it. Just gave up this year (after a storm ripped out all its loops) and bought a 2 room Core pop up shower tent.
If you are in AZ, check out San Tan Solar near Phoenix. They have used commercial grade panels for sale. I got 250 W panel for under $70. Check your max current on your system, and is it a 24V with a converter down to 12V? Not sure if any of this matters, but I am sure someone can help you find what you need. I love the 'camp' feel of your van!
The (heavy) wood can be replaced with something lighter but still has “character”. I used utility ply (very lightweight), burned lines (so it looked like planks) & grains then topcoated it.
Big thumps up for that Van 👍❗️So Nice ❗️😁The guy that built it did a really great job❗️and you are doing a good job of making it your own ❗️I really like it ❗️has a lot of character looks really comfortable good for you .
Hi Bob, thank you for this lovely video. What a nice build Anita has. I love her kitchen area, and all the small added things to make it pretty, especially her red and white kombi. Yeah I have a thing for kombi, lol. It is so nice knowing that your fellow nomad community are always willing to help with advice and even lending a hand when things need to be done. After the Knysna fires here where I live in South Africa, I decided that there will always be a bugout bag in my car (even when I am not on the road) with some blankets and a few pillows and some essential items, food water meds. etc etc. Thank you for the most interesting and informative videos you do for us. Much appreciated. Happy Trails, Safe Journeys and be Blessed
Great van. Save for a pop top about 3000.00 in Cali. Bob probably knows the place. That way you can stand up more and you'll get air flow. With a Max Air fan, your golden!
Exactly what i did. I was living on a truck as an OTR driver saving almost everything I made. When I retired at 62, I drove for a few more months and during that time I broke my collarbone at work. I segued into SS retirement with a year of Workman's Comp. I moved back to Texas near family and lived in the following: garage apt 1 month, fiberglass slide in shell in my truck, 6x12 converted trailer at a campground and finally rented a room at a friend's house before I went to the Philippines. Haven't had to touch my savings either. I was able to buy a small motorcycle and diesel MPV in the Philippines while keeping my Tacoma and HD in the US.
Nice setup. Have you thought about straining the wood to a lighter color? Maybe ask someone who knows about it. I know it's lots of work, but might be worth it.
Several years ago, I saw a van build on YTUBE, that had done that very thing of putting in sky window that was hinged. On another a man had pop top in stalled on his mini van.
I've been living on the streets for the last couple years. Most of the last two years I've been living in my car. It's just a 1994 ford tiempo, so a normal 4 door car that I got for 1500$. It has a lot of issues, it's a piece of junk, yet it's been SUCH an improvement over living on the streets without a car. A van would be great so I could stretch out my legs. I just got turned onto this channel and discovered it today. It looks great! There's definitely a difference between vanlife lifestyle and just being homeless, sleeping on sidwalks and in random places on hard ground and getting chased out by cops or security guards. Like night-and-day difference. It seems like "vanlife" is more of a retirement thing than a solution to my schizophrenia issues, but I'm functioning well enough I can make this work. This is great stuff. I totally dig it.
one of the smallest car campers I have seen on Bob's channel is a Fiat 500, with the lego system, it works very well for it's owner as she is short like me. blessings
Vanlife just makes sense. If you own a house you're renting the land your house sits on. If you don't believe me stop paying property taxes, and if you're renting, you don't own anything either plus you have to deal with a manager who micromanages everything you do just like being on a job. So yeah vanlife is getting more and more appealing.
Bob has spoken about this very thing, I think that may have been the reason why he bought land. My dream is to have a large piece of land where some nomads can retire to. something like a trailer park, with some younger residents, that are in different fields, medical, nursing, hairdressing etc and then it can be a community that helps each other.
I love the idea of this kind of freedom, but, aging is not a kind process... I wonder what happens when you just can't physically keep up with this lifestyle... what's the backup plan? If you're trying to save money by living frugally, you can't also own a house. It's just a little scary thinking about not having a place to go to when your body won't allow you to continue this life.
Hi! Could we get more information on the interior height inside? I’m only 5ft tall so I often wonder if I could stand up in certain vehicles. Thank you!
I have GMC 1500 conversion van…very similar to this dodge. At 5’, I CAN stand up. And I can sleep across which offers me nice open feel. I dont have passenger seat on swivel, but like idea of just turning it. Oh…removed middle row bucket seats…they are stored in my home garage.
MOST standard van interior height is about 4 feet (2000 Econoline). The raised roof conversion van usually adds about 1 foot interior height. Adding a higher raised roof, can cost $5000 or more.
@@itchingtogo7362 THANK YOU! for your comment! SO good to know!!That really opens up my options because I want something I can stand up straight in! All the best!
I bet you could stand up inside a van like mine I’m 5 foot five and if I remove some of the wood from the top if I were 5’3 or under, I could probably stand up
A 1997 van from . . . Vermont. Good luck. Poor thing. I wonder how much rust is hiding in that thing that has obviously been repainted. I hope she keeps her sticks and bricks home.
Love love love! I'm planning on going to RTR this January and I'm not sure how to keep my water safe unless it's in a refrigerator does anybody have an answer for me
My insurance company told me that if I didn’t have a place to live, I couldn’t have insurance on my vehicle. I don’t know how all people are driving around the world without insurance. 🤷🏼♀️
I'm not living in a van and neither am i real keen on living permanently in my 33 ft class A. I worked a ton of hours and bought 2 acres by the lake when i had an opportunity and put a decent 14x70 single wide paid cash for everything .When i became disabled 10 years ago I'm all set. People these days cry about working 40 hours a week and not making any progress.you reap what you sow.
I've retired to a shed behind a gas station that iused to work at. I bought the shed with my stimulus check. Before that i was living in my truck. Sometimes we just have to do what we have to do.
Hey, I think that’s awesome!
You can fix it up to suit yourself and sleep better knowing that you don't owe a payment on it.
creative people do creative things!
exciting
That’s great! You were fortunate to have that option
She will make it because she possesses the right attitude and a lot of common sense.
So true
I'm going to be doing on Social Security too. notice i didn't say 'trying'. Wish me luck at 76!
Me 2
@Angel-hd2rs I am sure you will be fine, it does take some adjusting, but with the right attitude you will do just fine.
💓🥹🕊👋😌GODBLESS YOU🕊💖👋😌🙏z!🕊💖🤗z!
Good luck. I am 75 and have an old van to be turned in into my home.
Good luck!
Thank you, Bob and Company for doing the video with me. It was an amazing experience and I am just so excited for everything that you all do for the nomadic community.❤
Hello, You indicate you are the woman in the video. One common way that things like panels fold is like this: Visualize a circle, a wire edge covered in vinyl. Now, bend the centers in so they overlap. You now have a shape like the infinity symbol, (look it up, or just think of an 8), but instead of two circles, you have 3. Now, fold the two outer circles toward the middle, and it is folded.
I don't know what yours is like. This is a common physics application.
There's always reading the directions...
You certainly have done your homework.
How long is that cabinet area where your cooler and sink is? I have somewhat the same van and I’m curious if I could fit something like that in my van thanks thanks
I have the same year van and same hightop, its still stock stock and my side door doesn't open all the way like yours does? Was that aftermarket?
I like your necessities and your sign’s 😊
That's Bob teaching people there is hope. Thank You Bob!
It was his interview with @Box Van Dee living in her car that I first got inspired to do this. I thought to myself if Dee can do this then there is hope for me. Blessings
Bob is the best he inspires people all over the world
That's awesome. I am in a 1998 Dodge former conversion van. I have been on the road just about a year now full time. One tip I can give her is to lose those running boards and fake fender flares. When I took mine off, I could not believe all the heavy steel in them. Each side weighed close to 100 pounds and, I gained so much ground clearance that some people ask what lift kit I used, and...it is at stock height, which is pretty high. Great van and I love it. Had 108,000 Mile's on it when I got it and I replaced a bunch of stuff to make it dependable. I wish her safe travels.
That is great advice. I have never thought of that. Thank you so much.
Great idea!
Plus gained gas milage toi!
Often we hear/see of "break downs" for many van life travelers.
Bob, have you an episode (idea?) about the most common trouble?
What mechanial event commonly strands folks?
Failed battery? Water pump? Hose? Specific ignition part? Brakes? Drive shaft? Belts? Alternator? Tire? Power steering pump/hose?
Stuck, in sand/mud/other? Transmission failure?
What moderate/major failure most required a vehicle tow to a repair shop?
This information could provide a best knowledge of what spare parts to carry. What to regularly inspect, and/or preventative replace?
More/best/specific tools for specific repair/diagnosis?
Not a how to repair a break down. Rather, how to prepare for, and/or carry necessary parts that are necessary to vehicle function. ESPECIALLY when on a remote destination.
That would be a very useful video!
I've got a large SUV. My issues have been transmission (set me back $2k,. Power windows (one is stuck up/one stuck down, radiator hose). Other than that, my tires seem good to go.. oh and it's a gas guzzler. Prob going smaller and do camp car or maybe a wagon. It's just sleep.
Great video and wish me LUCK after renting for the past 30 plus years, I am tired of playing for a place that I am never at and that I only use to sleep, shower and change in so I can do those things living in a van full time and joining Planet Fitness!
Great video, nice van. Life on the road is awesome for me. I bought a house 35 years ago for 138,000 and did a slow flip, diy rebuild and sold it for 1.1 m. I then bought a 4x4 Sprinter van low top. With 350 solar, a fridge, small queen bed, induction and a butane single burner and a jet boil, a dry flush toilet, outdoor shower, an awesome mountain bike snd that’s all I need, on land. But I also bought a 1995 Morgan 38 foot sailboat that I live in when I’m not traveling on land. It’s a great boat, easy to sail solo, it’s super comfortable to sleep in, cook in etc. I’m 66 living on Social Security and I’m super healthy from cycling and walking my new puppy/dog. We are doing 3 to 5 miles a day, which is so important as sitting around is mostly boring and unhealthy! So go for it, don’t be house poor!
Bob is teaching people to be self reliant. And remember to follow overnight rules so that those places will not dissappear!. I watched the video on that subject.
What ruins it is the class of the young people, we call them the dirty kids,..living in vans, and such, just lazy,not wanting to work or anything flying cardboard signs at the gas stations and getting on tic toc begging people's for money everyday, they don't care if they trash the place they were camping/sleeping at and just move on to the next place, ive seen it many times...sad
@@travelinvanman706 it's unfortunate.
Lovely person who seems to have it figured out. Best of luck to her.
Such a cozy lovely van
She has made it beautiful
I am so inspired by all the videos on Bob's channel, including this one! I love all the interviews with women because I think I am probably going to retire to van life, like this woman. I have lived out of a backpack for long periods of time--for a year at one time. I know I can live with few possessions. I just don't know how to make van life happen now.
I have almost nothing saved for retirement. I am cognitively disabled and, though I can do work in my field (data management for nonprofits), I have had a spotty employment history. I have had to leave many jobs because they became toxic and traumatic when I was unsupported and misunderstood due to my disability. I have had to cash out 401K's numerous times in order to live. I won't be eligible for full social security benefits for several years. I hope Social Security will not be gutted by then!
I have a wonderful Saturn VUE SUV, that I love! I think I can make it into a comfortable home. However, I have two young cats who I adopted during the start of the pandemic. Both were strays that I rescued from the street. I adore them and they are my family. I really don't think they'd be happy living in the Saturn.
So, I am likely 12 to 15 years away from retirement and van life. In the meantime, I watch videos like this and plan and dream--and take notes!
12 to 15 years is some extra time to put in to savings for retirement. You may want to speak with a financial advisor for tips. Best,
Great idea, easing into the van life to learn the ups and downs and in-betweens.
I think easing into vanlife slowly does help, then it teaches us what we need to adjust etc etc. while we are part time. blessings
Amen. I love this channel.
Bob has helped thousands of people out there through his videos. Blessings
Hello everyone from Puerto Rico
Hello from South Africa
Cool video! Sounds like Anita's got things planned really well ie giving herself enough part-time van living lifestyle time before jumping in full-time. When she's ready full-time she will already haved lived thru/learned various nuances that a new full-timer has yet to learn! Best wishes as you continue your amazing journey Anita, Pam
starting off part time is always a good idea, as you say, one will learn what is necessary and what is not. Many folk make the mistake of taking too much, just in case. In my case I forgot to take the salt and pepper, lol.
We lived in an 5th wheel RV for a yr. Pulled w/dually truck. It gets a lil harder as you get older. Harder for husband to hitch, conduct maintenance, etc. due to vision loss. Especially if you have to close it all up repeatedly and move on. It was enjoyable but I became claustrophobic too. And the cost to park in RV parks /Campgrounds was getting expensive. RV & truck maintenance is ongoing: $$$$ tires, batteries, roof, appliances etc. Only way we afford to live currently by renting a hse now with other family members. Be Safe. Good luck to you. ❤
Aw love this video! The Blueberry is soooo cute. You'll get there Anita - you're fun to camp with and a great hiker. 🎉😊
Well, thanks to you. I have learned a lot.
I love that seat cover! Everything looks so comfy!
she has a lovely cabin vibe going on. beautiful indeed
Cody must have a union contract,: Minimum of one walk-on appearance per video!
Lol
😊
Cody just walks right in and makes himself comfortable. He is absolutely the best dog.
😂🐾😂
I just appreciate how grounded, practical and real you are. Content and happy looks good on you. Great van. Great inspiration. Many thanks!
Very nice build, love it❤😊 Thanks for sharing ❤😊 Safe travels ❤😊
awesome keep living and loving and spreading kindness as you do.
I love Bobs channel so helpful
This is one of the most comfy..country..space tto be in....i love it. !!!¡ thank you love it
I love the comfy cabin vibe
Great van build, so cozy!
a beautiful build, I love her kitchen area
Nice build-out. I knew there was an advantage to being 5 feet tall! My short high-top is perfect for me.
It certainly helps being short. Safe Travels
Good on you Anita for getting out there and doing it. You have the right attitude to succeed at living the van life. All the very best to you 😊👍
I have the same van! She’s been good to me for six years full time. 🙂
I would love to see yours. It would be fun to meet someone with van like mine.
I'm right there with you! Love your attitude my friend!!! From Omaha Nebraska
a good attitude makes life so much nicer
Very impressive! And, it looks as if The CodeMan gave his furry stamp of approval!
Indeed LoL
3:26 Aww Cody! How sweet. ♥️♥️
Nice Van. Dodge vans are comfy. We traveled many miles in an 85 model and then a 1990. Thanks for the tour.
Cool setup. Thanks for details. She is high energy -- great to listen to.
Fabulous build & so comfy looking! Very impressive & thanks for sharing
I love her kitchen area
Retired and living in my tiny off grid cabin. When I need to go out, I have my Landcruiser.
Nice video.
Bob has a wonderful informative channel. Blessings
I really enjoy these videos and how open these individuals are. Allowing us to see their lives on the road and inside of their homes. Thanks for the awesome content.
I love seeing how people put themselves into their build, each one so unique and different
My dad bought one those dodge factory conversions, an extended version. He then started putting Great Stuff in doors and panels. It expanded so much some panels creased or dimpled and the doors locked up. We spent hours digging foam from the mechanisms. Finally sold it , I wish he hadn't. I took it on a couple cross country runs after college. I wish I had it now to do a proper build like this. Although this one does look pretty heavy. I like flipping the passenger seat though.
yes, by turning the seat around made a lot of extra space. blessings
I wish people would explain the toilet more. That is a big holdup for me in thinking more about exploring this lifestyle.
What's the issue or questions you have?
Bob has an entire video dedicated to the subject. Search for "Van Life 101: Living and Pooping in a Car, Van, or RV".
Bob has several videos about different items, including different types of toilets that he tries out & gives his reviews on.
Do a RUclips search. There are literally hundreds of videos on this subject. My personal favorite is the 5-gallon bucket with the toilet seat attachment that you can buy at Walmart or sporting goods stores. The bucket is then lined with a tall kitchen bag and if you separate your waste it will be odorless.
I have a flower pot toilet (10 liter bucket inside a flower pot that's just a little bigger) I put in a plastic bag in it with an adult nappy inside and then I have a wooden top and a loose toilet seat. It works well, and you don't have the urine smell.
love the people who do this lifestyle
I use cams, 5 gal dark bag with shower head and hang it from a tree limb, attach my hulu hoop with shower curtain on the hoop. I put a wood grate on the ground and use that as my outside shower when I boondock in more remote areas...works great for a shower.
Love her van - inside is awesome!!
It sounds like she is on her way to a wonderful retirement when the time comes.
I think I must have her same pop up shower tent. It was a Xmas present several years back and I have never been able to refold it. Just gave up this year (after a storm ripped out all its loops) and bought a 2 room Core pop up shower tent.
If you are in AZ, check out San Tan Solar near Phoenix. They have used commercial grade panels for sale. I got 250 W panel for under $70. Check your max current on your system, and is it a 24V with a converter down to 12V? Not sure if any of this matters, but I am sure someone can help you find what you need.
I love the 'camp' feel of your van!
She has a great set up
The (heavy) wood can be replaced with something lighter but still has “character”. I used utility ply (very lightweight), burned lines (so it looked like planks) & grains then topcoated it.
That is a great idea
I love the RV/Van lifestyle and I will eventually go this route myself 👍🏻
Pretty sweet. Safe travels!
love the cabin vibe
Big thumps up for that Van 👍❗️So Nice ❗️😁The guy that built it did a really great job❗️and you are doing a good job of making it your own ❗️I really like it ❗️has a lot of character looks really comfortable good for you .
Love the paint color.
Hi Bob, thank you for this lovely video. What a nice build Anita has. I love her kitchen area, and all the small added things to make it pretty, especially her red and white kombi. Yeah I have a thing for kombi, lol.
It is so nice knowing that your fellow nomad community are always willing to help with advice and even lending a hand when things need to be done.
After the Knysna fires here where I live in South Africa, I decided that there will always be a bugout bag in my car (even when I am not on the road) with some blankets and a few pillows and some essential items, food water meds. etc etc.
Thank you for the most interesting and informative videos you do for us. Much appreciated. Happy Trails, Safe Journeys and be Blessed
Great van. Save for a pop top about 3000.00 in Cali. Bob probably knows the place. That way you can stand up more and you'll get air flow. With a Max Air fan, your golden!
Love the set up! Nice!
love the cabin vibe
That's great 👍 I retired at 62 part time on the road . I haven't touched 401k or IRA funds living frugally😊.
Exactly what i did. I was living on a truck as an OTR driver saving almost everything I made. When I retired at 62, I drove for a few more months and during that time I broke my collarbone at work. I segued into SS retirement with a year of Workman's Comp. I moved back to Texas near family and lived in the following: garage apt 1 month, fiberglass slide in shell in my truck, 6x12 converted trailer at a campground and finally rented a room at a friend's house before I went to the Philippines. Haven't had to touch my savings either. I was able to buy a small motorcycle and diesel MPV in the Philippines while keeping my Tacoma and HD in the US.
Way to go! 😁👍🏼🔥
You got it down🎉! Unless you are quite wealthy, the key is to live simply.
If I’m ever alone in retirement I’ll do this for at least some period. Hubby not interested. Lol.
I retired at 62, without a 491k or pension. I have to live in Social Security , I am making it work.
Water and the ability to stand up is important.🕊
I really enjoy Bobs videos.
Great video! Great nomad! Love the van.
Nice Remodel Dodge VAN PRETTY COOL even back to the 72 or 3 year s. ,like the Everything’s gonna be all right Sign. 😊😊
I think these vans a cool, just big enough, not too big and not too small.
Great build!!!!
I absolutely love her kitchen area
Nice setup. Have you thought about straining the wood to a lighter color? Maybe ask someone who knows about it. I know it's lots of work, but might be worth it.
I thought about that when I first got the van, we will see
shes nice, thanks bob..
Can you put a sky light in a van so at least on nice days someone could stand up? I am going to look into that.
Several years ago, I saw a van build on YTUBE, that had done that very thing of putting in sky window that was hinged. On another a man had pop top in stalled on his mini van.
I recommend changing the drain to an S drain. That plumbing under the sink. 👀
I will have to find out what that is and I bet it probably is a good idea
I can tell you are from Arizona by the way you pronounce Prescott 🤣
Why didn’t I think about turning the passenger seat around 😀 I really like that idea.
The way that passenger chair turns around is so awesome
I've been living on the streets for the last couple years. Most of the last two years I've been living in my car. It's just a 1994 ford tiempo, so a normal 4 door car that I got for 1500$. It has a lot of issues, it's a piece of junk, yet it's been SUCH an improvement over living on the streets without a car. A van would be great so I could stretch out my legs. I just got turned onto this channel and discovered it today. It looks great! There's definitely a difference between vanlife lifestyle and just being homeless, sleeping on sidwalks and in random places on hard ground and getting chased out by cops or security guards. Like night-and-day difference.
It seems like "vanlife" is more of a retirement thing than a solution to my schizophrenia issues, but I'm functioning well enough I can make this work. This is great stuff. I totally dig it.
Bob has an amazing channel with lots of practical advice
I am glad you have some shelter! He has a few videos about where to stay for cheap or free and still work close. Take care!
Nice van. Little small and kinda old, but if it works for you, go with it.
one of the smallest car campers I have seen on Bob's channel is a Fiat 500, with the lego system, it works very well for it's owner as she is short like me. blessings
She almost did the whole interview herself with very little prompting direction from Bob.
Those of us who follow Bob have probably already rehearsed our interviews in our heads. When our time comes we will be ready!! ❤🎉😂
Thanks for all the links to great items!
love the van!
stunning
Vanlife just makes sense. If you own a house you're renting the land your house sits on. If you don't believe me stop paying property taxes, and if you're renting, you don't own anything either plus you have to deal with a manager who micromanages everything you do just like being on a job. So yeah vanlife is getting more and more appealing.
Property tax is tax not rent
LOVE!!!
Cute home
love the cabin vibe
Thanks!
It is cheap and it is possible, but what do you do when get really old? Like, too old to drive. Too old to take care of yourself. That is my concern.
Yes, everyone should have an exit plan. I’ve enjoyed some of Bob’s videos with suggestions on this.
Yes. Especially if you fail an eye test to renew your driver's license.
Bob has spoken about this very thing, I think that may have been the reason why he bought land. My dream is to have a large piece of land where some nomads can retire to. something like a trailer park, with some younger residents, that are in different fields, medical, nursing, hairdressing etc and then it can be a community that helps each other.
Smart woman
Fabulous woman, thank you both for this video!
One of the biggest temperfits I've ever thrown was trying to repack and fold up a shower tent. I finely disposed of it. Who needs the damn stress?
Agreed, I threw mine away as well
Nice to know there are very honest people out there. what do you do now for a shower situation?
Cody!
Best dog ever
He is adorable
Wonderful lady
Awesome
Fear the Fork!! My 2 sons also go to ASU!!
Go Devils
I love the idea of this kind of freedom, but, aging is not a kind process... I wonder what happens when you just can't physically keep up with this lifestyle... what's the backup plan? If you're trying to save money by living frugally, you can't also own a house. It's just a little scary thinking about not having a place to go to when your body won't allow you to continue this life.
Maybe own a home and rent it out🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️
I would rather live in a tiny house and still be saving money on utilities and property taxes ECT, and be comfortable and able to move around.
Hi! Could we get more information on the interior height inside? I’m only 5ft tall so I often wonder if I could stand up in certain vehicles. Thank you!
I have GMC 1500 conversion van…very similar to this dodge. At 5’, I CAN stand up. And I can sleep across which offers me nice open feel. I dont have passenger seat on swivel, but like idea of just turning it. Oh…removed middle row bucket seats…they are stored in my home garage.
MOST standard van interior height is about 4 feet (2000 Econoline). The raised roof conversion van usually adds about 1 foot interior height. Adding a higher raised roof, can cost $5000 or more.
@@itchingtogo7362 THANK YOU! for your comment! SO good to know!!That really opens up my options because I want something I can stand up straight in! All the best!
I bet you could stand up inside a van like mine I’m 5 foot five and if I remove some of the wood from the top if I were 5’3 or under, I could probably stand up
Nice job mam 👍
To reduce the van's weight, would wood paneling be an option? Btw-Nice rig.
nice indeed
Where did you get the plastic drawer sets? Thank you.
I got them at Walmart and they were very reasonably priced. They are stackable and sold by the drawer.
A 1997 van from . . . Vermont. Good luck. Poor thing. I wonder how much rust is hiding in that thing that has obviously been repainted. I hope she keeps her sticks and bricks home.
You gave me ideas
What's the big deal with first?
People are weird
Love love love! I'm planning on going to RTR this January and I'm not sure how to keep my water safe unless it's in a refrigerator does anybody have an answer for me
I use filtered water and I had no problems keeping it unrefrigerated I do keep some small bottled waters in my refrigerator when I need a cold drink
@@AnitaChase-z2z thank you is there a special kind of water bottle?
Have you ever did a video on how you figure your profit after gas and ever thing
My insurance company told me that if I didn’t have a place to live, I couldn’t have insurance on my vehicle. I don’t know how all people are driving around the world without insurance. 🤷🏼♀️
You have to be very, very careful what you tell the insurance companies
So is this being filmed in So Arizona? I can’t believe it’s cold enough there for warm hoodies and a puffer coat? There’s no way. Curious.
Arizona Desert gets pretty cold in the winter time. It’s usually in the 30s at night and 50s 60s during the day.
Very expensive to repair is not cheap at all
I'm not living in a van and neither am i real keen on living permanently in my 33 ft class A. I worked a ton of hours and bought 2 acres by the lake when i had an opportunity and put a decent 14x70 single wide paid cash for everything .When i became disabled 10 years ago I'm all set. People these days cry about working 40 hours a week and not making any progress.you reap what you sow.
I cant remember the last time I wore black pants with out dog hair on them, lol
its a small sacrifice for our animals that we love