I have used an old fashioned hat pin to keep the paper towel roll from unraveling. Just jab it into the end of the paper towels. They don't go anywhere.
Its those small things like feral cords, possessed paper towels and your fridge lid flopping down on you that wear you down. They don’t bother you on day 1, or day 31. But by day 101, OH MY FRIKKIN GOD! 🤯🤬😖 Those were some simple, non complicated fixes, that got the job done.
Even regular paper towels that come off the 4egular size... I often reuse each paper towel. I've just washed my hands with soap and water, dry them and leave the towel on counter or table. It dries very quick so next time I wash my hands ,I use the same towel ,again, maybe even a third time. Or after using it once or twice,I might need it to dry up some lil mess. I reuse towels often
Tx à lot, for once people who UNDERESTIMATE the worth of their Hanks, even don't count all of them and better even, make à short straight to the point vidéo. U're the best, happy travels
Every one of those are excellent ideas! So practical and useful. Nothing fancy schmancy, just really great ideas. Just came across this video but loved it and will now subscribe. Thank you for this!
7:15 your "voila" is excellent ^^ French approves :) idea about your blackout curtain : replace clips and velcro by neodime magnets and metallic pieces i have this solution for the blackout curtain of the sliding door of my van place the curtain is quick and the sound of all the magnets is ... satisfying a lot XD
Refreshing Ideas for the "Regular Folk"! Do with what U have! Keep a container with hooks, velcro, glue, twist ties, close pegs, puck lights, batteries,pins, all size Safety Pins, exacto knife...!! You'll notice what you never needed, & Never Without's!! Wonderfully done! To live out your Dreams?.. Not many can do just that!👍 Be Safe! Laugh lots! And ALWAYS HAVE FUN!! 🎉
This is the first video I have seen that addresses the issue of needing to get into the garage space while it is raining. Now that you mention this that should be a consideration when designing the garage/electrical system so the batteries, charge controller and stuff stored back there aren’t getting wet every time the rear doors are opened when it’s raining.
Yeah ours are far enough inside that we don’t have that problem but definitely something to consider when designing a van build for sure! Thanks for the comment!
Yes it does! And we just had an experience 3 days ago where it was it was evening, but still quite light out - we were in a parking lot with no signs whatsoever about parking or no parking, but a security guard was repeatedly making his rounds, and we saw him drive around us several times (we were looking out our tinted windows which he couldn't see in). He was very close, checking out our van. But every time, he kept driving and we never got the knock; we stayed all night and got good sleep.
For the paper towel problem, I use Viva brand. It appears to cost a little more but it’s a higher quality paper and packed tight. With it being packed as tight as it is, it doesn’t unroll and it seems to last forever. It also gives you select-a-size and I find that with the good quality weave I often only need the half piece anyway. Thanks for the video.
Thanks Momma G! Yes, the tightly wrapped ones really work better in this situation! We've realized that as well. Unfortunately we can't always find them, so this thing really helps! Thanks for the comment!!
Pegs are so handy. I also use them for keeping food packets sealed, along with rubber bands. Nice to finally see someone has the sense to have fridge raised & accessible. I prefer these van life shows when they're realistic, not perfect, so I'm subscribing 😁 Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺
Hi John, I think you're referring to these closet door hanger organizers? You can see more about them here: ua-cam.com/video/YbMCfsNONyc/v-deo.html And we also link to them in the description of that video.
Hello from Dallas. Never forget... Every single task that you illustrated can be done smarter, faster and better. - Even after I come up with some hack. I always remark... That hack is great; but now... how can I now make it work smarter, faster and better? I learned this from the Japanese "Kaizen" - it means "Continuous Improvement." Original hacks fade away into the new way.
I LIKE the paper towel hinge solution👍 I hacked a much better solution to keep my drawers shut. I use a Silicon Baking Mat to keep my cutting board from sliding on the counter - works a charm and is thinner than your solution & looks a hell of a lot better...
Just discovered your channel today and loving it BRILLIANT ideas and tips I am gonna binge watch more hugs from Scotland I have liked and subscribed to show support for your channel ❤🤗
@@TimAndShannonLTD I just brought home a fridge/freezer just like that, not even unboxed yet. I love your door open clip, but if the fridge was further away from the wall, wouldn't the door lean against the wall and not fall shut? For paper towels and toilet paper, I squeeze them flat, then flat the other way, then make them round again. It unrolls slowly, not puddle on the floor. To keep the wind off, I probably would have put a little plexiglass or other small wall to keep the door breeze away. :) These are Real van hacks, not just pretty boxes and lipstick solutions. I subscribed after watching only this video. Well done. I hope my no-build minivan camper works half as well. Jon in rural BC, Canada
@@JonTanOsb Hi Jon, yes the fridge lid might stay open if it could lean back farther - not sure because we can't open it that far. Thanks for the sub and good luck with your no-build!!
All great ideas that make your van build functional. We’re doing our first van build and watching endless UA-cam videos for information. One thing I can say is, even after people complete their builds it’s always going to be a work in progress. Thanks for sharing your tips and hacks. 😊
Wen I was in school our bus driver used a hair clip (the kind to make pin curls) on her paper towel roll; she clipped the loose sheet to the roll and it worked! It kept the paper towels from unrolling down into her face while she was driving I think they call them Bobby clips
Cup hooks, yes, some of the other we have but the black out curtains are only half height and that is enough, The back door curtain we are working on. Our van has too much grey, so buying a roll of flowery wall paper, covering the side window screens and rear door centres.
Magnets on the wall to get phones out of the way. Excellent idea. I’m going to try it with my magsafe iPhone. Magnets are already on the phone! Thanks for the idea.
If your phone already has a magnet, just glue or Velcro a metal plate on the wall to stick it to. If you use a magnet on the wall with the wrong polarity, it will repel the phone and nobody wants that. :) Jon in rural BC, Canada
@@TimAndShannonLTD darn it, I was thinking about a blanket but I just put in an order for beige blackout curtains. I’m going to place them sideways with magnets :-))))
cool tips, nice one. but one thing about having metal exposed, you really shouldn't expose in inside habitat to the outer shell metal. The reason is the temperature difference and the habitat has humidity from your breath. So if the temperature outside is colder then the humidity will sit on the metal and drip. Causes a lot of damp and mould issues. The solution is a vapour barrier - and of course with a bit of insulation too. For the doors (im just building my van) I will only have a vapour barrier so its sealed off
Oh yes, we know about humidity! Our breath was condensed all over the inside of the van last winter! Most was OK when the van heater kept things warm, but with the insulated window coverings up, the glass stayed very cold and we had a lot of moisture because of it.
@@TimAndShannonLTD interesting, as I am currently early stages of my van build, your message has given me an interesting thing to consider. How I can vapor barrier my window without it looking bad. I am thinking some type of curtain that prevents the habitat space air getting to the window. If you are interested, this is the guy I learned about vapor barriers from, british guy but goes into super high detail about it. ua-cam.com/video/DKy6WnFh368/v-deo.html
An eye bolt or "screw eyes" as u call them at the top & bottom of your drawers with some kind of shaft thru them secures draws well. Toolbox companies have used a similar method for years.
I think everything you two showed was excellent! I can use everyone of those hacks. Thank you very much! I'm a new subscriber now. I have some of the same issues 2 yrs in to my nomadic van living. All of them can be applied in my van for sure. I'm in an e150 passenger. Two small dogs and I. I appreciate you both. God bless you both.
AND!!..Using Your Imagination & Problem Solving?.. KEEP YOU OUTTA THE STORES $!! Sometimes having "The Best"? WILL also make for Really Expensive Fixes. Plus, when you Know Your Own Vehicle?.. You KNOW what it (Really) needs!!
I like your ideas 💡 I think though your van looks like a vacant car ready to be broken into. I think it would be better for thieves to know there is someone inside so they’ll not bother trying to get in. Most thieves are opportunistic and are smart enough to know you might have a pow pow inside with you.
Absolutely enjoyed your informative video. The laidback presentation of simple facts was fantastic. I’m still working but getting ready to retire soon and will then be joining the van life community. 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Oh what an exciting time for you! We have no regrets whatsoever! Van life has been awesome. Congrats, welcome to your new lifestyle and thanks for the comment! 😃❤👍
First time to see your channel... I love it... I am going to do the van life in 2 years when I retire... But I think some of these ideas could be used anywhere in a house or anywhere and they are genius thank you
Hi y'all just found your channel while looking for ideas to put up my bug screen. Thank you both for excellent video coverage to give me encouragement 👍 May I ask what is in place of your rearview mirror? Thx, Iris and Little One 👋🐾
On the top center inside of the windshield is the rain sensor housing (I think) for the automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers. Just a piece of stock equipment that came with the van.
Great tips, I was hoping to use the drawer tip, but there is an oven on one side of our drawers and camper exterior wall on the other side, right now I am using bungee cords. I squat my toilet tissue paper into an elongated hole, the same thing for my paper towels and that keeps them from rolling when we go over bumps. I’m m just getting ready to watch your video again in case I missed something.
Hi, I loved your video. It’s the first time I’ve seen your channel. I am fixing to go out on my very first escapade. I guess you could call it. It’s gonna be very simple. I just I’m 80 years old. My family is having a pet, but I’m going I don’t know how far I’ll go or how long I’ll stay or anything but one thing I need help with, I’ve got one of those. I guess you could use them as a book case are they those upholstered boxes fit in them? How do I keep those boxes in while I’m driving down the road I appreciate your help thanks.
Hi there and glad you like our channel! Hmmm if I understand your question, you want to know how to keep your bins from flying out of your shelf unit? Our shelves have a lip at the front edge that we have to lift our bins over to pull them out. Maybe you could do something similar.
I loved this simple cost efficient and things that are easily accessible Can I ask about your back door coat storage how did you do that bit ? From Australia
Hi Heather. We used these Over-the-Door Hanger: amzn.to/44Wqc37 And you can see how we easily modified them in this video: 7 MORE DIY CAMPER VAN HACKS to Make Van Life Easier ua-cam.com/video/hgSfaWje06M/v-deo.html Thanks so much for your feedback!
Functionality is key to less frustration, more enjoyment. Great ideas.
We totally agree! Thanks the the comment! 😀
You're wrong. They are genious. Sometimes we just fail to think of something so simple.
Thank you
LOL thanks Cheryl!
I have used an old fashioned hat pin to keep the paper towel roll from unraveling. Just jab it into the end of the paper towels. They don't go anywhere.
Hi Fran - thanks for sharing that!
Its those small things like feral cords, possessed paper towels and your fridge lid flopping down on you that wear you down. They don’t bother you on day 1, or day 31. But by day 101, OH MY FRIKKIN GOD! 🤯🤬😖
Those were some simple, non complicated fixes, that got the job done.
LOL yes indeed Linda. Glad you like them and thank you for your comment! 😜
Even regular paper towels that come off the 4egular size... I often reuse each paper towel. I've just washed my hands with soap and water, dry them and leave the towel on counter or table. It dries very quick so next time I wash my hands ,I use the same towel ,again, maybe even a third time. Or after using it once or twice,I might need it to dry up some lil mess. I reuse towels often
Very cool Susan! Reuse, reuse, reuse!
And when it's too dirty to use again, dry it out and drip some candle wax on it to make a fire starter. :)
Jon in rural BC, Canada
This brought the idea of a retractable clothes line and child locks for cabinets which are very simple ideas.
Yes, good ideas! We never thought about child proof locks until long after this but that would have worked too! 🙂
If you can't access the sides of your drawers to lock them, you can screw a hook beside it and it will lock from the front.
@@Terryblount Thanks Terry!
Cathy lee has billgates money lol
Tx à lot, for once people who UNDERESTIMATE the worth of their Hanks, even don't count all of them and better even, make à short straight to the point vidéo. U're the best, happy travels
Aw thanks so much B E for the very nice compliment! We’re so glad you liked these! 😊❤️
That refrigerator lid holder bracket thing is genius.
Thank you Tom! And 2 years later, it's still working!
Or just put a magnetic strip on the wall
Every one of those are excellent ideas! So practical and useful. Nothing fancy schmancy, just really great ideas. Just came across this video but loved it and will now subscribe. Thank you for this!
Awesome - glad it was helpful and thanks for the Sub!
7:15 your "voila" is excellent ^^ French approves :)
idea about your blackout curtain : replace clips and velcro by neodime magnets and metallic pieces
i have this solution for the blackout curtain of the sliding door of my van
place the curtain is quick and the sound of all the magnets is ... satisfying a lot XD
Thanks!
Just put the blackout curtain on a curtain rod. It’s deploys much more quickly and easily.
Yep, that's another option as well!
Refreshing Ideas for the "Regular Folk"! Do with what U have!
Keep a container with hooks, velcro, glue, twist ties, close pegs, puck lights, batteries,pins, all size Safety Pins, exacto knife...!! You'll notice what you never needed, & Never Without's!!
Wonderfully done! To live out your Dreams?..
Not many can do just that!👍
Be Safe! Laugh lots! And ALWAYS HAVE FUN!! 🎉
Yes indeed - Thanks Laura!
third time watching this, and still enjoy it! Thank you for the great hacks! and by the way, you are so humble ;-)
Wow, thank you! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the feedback!
This is the first video I have seen that addresses the issue of needing to get into the garage space while it is raining. Now that you mention this that should be a consideration when designing the garage/electrical system so the batteries, charge controller and stuff stored back there aren’t getting wet every time the rear doors are opened when it’s raining.
Yeah ours are far enough inside that we don’t have that problem but definitely something to consider when designing a van build for sure! Thanks for the comment!
The privacy curtain in the back was genius
Thanks, glad you liked that and thanks for the feedback!!
I like that your front curtain hangs flat like a wall, rather than a gathered curtain. It ads to the stealth.
Yes it does! And we just had an experience 3 days ago where it was it was evening, but still quite light out - we were in a parking lot with no signs whatsoever about parking or no parking, but a security guard was repeatedly making his rounds, and we saw him drive around us several times (we were looking out our tinted windows which he couldn't see in). He was very close, checking out our van. But every time, he kept driving and we never got the knock; we stayed all night and got good sleep.
For the paper towel problem, I use Viva brand. It appears to cost a little more but it’s a higher quality paper and packed tight. With it being packed as tight as it is, it doesn’t unroll and it seems to last forever. It also gives you select-a-size and I find that with the good quality weave I often only need the half piece anyway.
Thanks for the video.
Thanks Momma G! Yes, the tightly wrapped ones really work better in this situation! We've realized that as well. Unfortunately we can't always find them, so this thing really helps! Thanks for the comment!!
Pegs are so handy. I also use them for keeping food packets sealed, along with rubber bands. Nice to finally see someone has the sense to have fridge raised & accessible. I prefer these van life shows when they're realistic, not perfect, so I'm subscribing 😁 Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺
So glad you like this stuff, thanks for your comment and for subscribing! Glad to have you along! 😄
Tell me more about those hooks on the back door, that seemed like a good idea
Hi John, I think you're referring to these closet door hanger organizers? You can see more about them here: ua-cam.com/video/YbMCfsNONyc/v-deo.html And we also link to them in the description of that video.
Just brilliant 👍
Thanks for the feedback!
Love the names of the hacks! Makes me smile
Hi Scoop! Awesome! We like to have fun with things like this. Glad you enjoyed it!
I have a different van and im just starting out. I really appreciate your ideas! Thank you!
Oh that's a fun place to be, just starting out. So many possibilities! Best of luck and enjoy the process!
Great practical ideas - awesome job explaining them all.
Glad you like them! Thanks for the comment! 🙂👍
These r just awesome WOW
Cool! So glad you like them!
Love the paper towel holder. Mine would always unroll when I was driving…but now never more. 👍
Yes it’s one of our favorites!😄
Well done, some great inspirational ideas there, happy travels
Thanks so much, glad you like them!
Love these wonderful hacks!
Cool! Glad you like them and thanks for the comment!😀👍
Hello from Dallas. Never forget... Every single task that you illustrated can be done smarter, faster and better.
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Even after I come up with some hack. I always remark... That hack is great; but now... how can I now make it work smarter, faster and better? I learned this from the Japanese "Kaizen" - it means "Continuous Improvement."
Original hacks fade away into the new way.
OMG yes - from experience we know that one backwards and forwards!, but thanks for sharing! 😜
Great tips. Can also use more. Thank you.
Thanks ML! We’re working on it - might have more before too long…
Super , Super , Super ! obrigado !
Hola Carlos, muchas gracias por el comentario!
It's the little things that make a big difference. THANK YOU for sharing what has worked for you.
Absolutely, it really is. Thanks for the feedback!
Great ideas 🙌
Thanks 🙏 😊
I LIKE the paper towel hinge solution👍
I hacked a much better solution to keep my drawers shut.
I use a Silicon Baking Mat to keep my cutting board from sliding on the counter - works a charm and is thinner than your solution & looks a hell of a lot better...
Great tip!
Really ingenious hacks!
Cool! Thanks so much for letting us know you liked them!
Looks like your up by port Townsend Wa.
Very observant of you! A lot of this video was shot just north of there on San Juan Island, and some over in Everett.
I love the names you guys came up with for some of these things!
Lol thanks Amber! Always good to have some humor in life huh? Appreciate your comment!
Thanks!
Thank you for sharing
You're welcome - glad you enjoyed this and thanks for the letting us know! 😋 🚐
Great low-cost hacks!
Thanks! Glad you like them!
I liked the phone and clothes line hacks. Good job 👍🏻
Glad you liked it - Thanks for the comment!
Thank you for your help. Great ideas!!😊
You're very welcome Karen - thanks for letting us know you liked these!
Great ideas. Paper towels. Clothes line. Privacy curtain. Lid holder upper. I’ll be using these ideas on my van. Thanks!
Good to hear that and so glad these were helpful! Thanks for the comment!
Just discovered your channel today and loving it BRILLIANT ideas and tips I am gonna binge watch more hugs from Scotland I have liked and subscribed to show support for your channel ❤🤗
Oh that's so cool! Thanks and we're super stoked to hear from you!🥰😀
These are great hacks! I love the paper towel one the most. 😁
Glad you like them. Thanks for the compliment!
That fridge hook was way better than I was expecting it to be, but yes, not too pretty! The hinge hack is one I’ll be keeping up my sleeve too 👍
Yeah but we hardly see the hook back up in the corner like that. Glad you like these! 😀
@@TimAndShannonLTD I just brought home a fridge/freezer just like that, not even unboxed yet. I love your door open clip, but if the fridge was further away from the wall, wouldn't the door lean against the wall and not fall shut?
For paper towels and toilet paper, I squeeze them flat, then flat the other way, then make them round again. It unrolls slowly, not puddle on the floor. To keep the wind off, I probably would have put a little plexiglass or other small wall to keep the door breeze away. :)
These are Real van hacks, not just pretty boxes and lipstick solutions. I subscribed after watching only this video. Well done. I hope my no-build minivan camper works half as well.
Jon in rural BC, Canada
@@JonTanOsb Hi Jon, yes the fridge lid might stay open if it could lean back farther - not sure because we can't open it that far. Thanks for the sub and good luck with your no-build!!
Thank you!👍🏼
You're welcome - glad you enjoyed it!
It's the small things like these that is important in the long run! Thank you!🙂👍
You're welcome - glad you enjoyed this and thanks for letting us know!! 😍
Sweet video! Lotta great info! Thank you very much!
Thank you - we're so glad you liked it!
You just solved several problems I'm having in my van. Thank you.
Awesome! So glad we could help! 😀
Great ideas! Thanks.
New subscriber.❤️
Awesome - Thank you Amy and welcome to the channel!
Very practical and cost-effective ideas
Thanks Kaycee! Glad you liked them! Appreciate you letting us know!
Same Problem with the fridge other solution: magnets at the lid and at the wall. Holds the lid open.
Yep - lots of solutions out there. Thanks for sharing Markus!
Great ideas 💡
Thanks Valerie! Glad you like them!🙂
** usb outlet / clutter counter idea..
a small drawer slide under the table..?
Love your real life openness!!!
Thank you! Good idea and appreciate your comment!
Brilliant!!
Thanks! Glad you liked this!
Brilliant, simple but so effective… great ideas!!! Thanks for sharing x
You’re welcome - thanks for the comment!
All great ideas that make your van build functional. We’re doing our first van build and watching endless UA-cam videos for information. One thing I can say is, even after people complete their builds it’s always going to be a work in progress. Thanks for sharing your tips and hacks. 😊
You got that right! Seems we’re always changing something around. Thanks for the comment!
Wen I was in school our bus driver used a hair clip (the kind to make pin curls) on her paper towel roll; she clipped the loose sheet to the roll and it worked! It kept the paper towels from unrolling down into her face while she was driving
I think they call them Bobby clips
Oh yes - also called a Bobby Pin. That's a good idea too!
Cup hooks, yes, some of the other we have but the black out curtains are only half height and that is enough, The back door curtain we are working on. Our van has too much grey, so buying a roll of flowery wall paper, covering the side window screens and rear door centres.
Fun! Enjoy your build!
Awesome 👍
Thanks Paula! ❤️😀
I loved the paper towel idea. Thanks for sharing.
You are so welcome - thanks for watching!
Magnets on the wall to get phones out of the way. Excellent idea. I’m going to try it with my magsafe iPhone. Magnets are already on the phone! Thanks for the idea.
If your phone already has a magnet, just glue or Velcro a metal plate on the wall to stick it to. If you use a magnet on the wall with the wrong polarity, it will repel the phone and nobody wants that. :)
Jon in rural BC, Canada
Totally welcome Bob, good luck with it and thanks for the comment!
Curtain in the back is clutch 👌
Yeah we love it and we’ve actually upgraded and have a beautiful blanket now from Loreto, BCS, Mexico 🇲🇽 Thanks for the comment!
@@TimAndShannonLTD darn it, I was thinking about a blanket but I just put in an order for beige blackout curtains. I’m going to place them sideways with magnets :-))))
@@danzbeard sounds cool. Yeah we use magnets all the time for various things. 🧲
I’m impressed with your suggestions. Good thinking on your part! Thank you.
Thank you Shirley! Glad you enjoyed them!
cool tips, nice one. but one thing about having metal exposed, you really shouldn't expose in inside habitat to the outer shell metal. The reason is the temperature difference and the habitat has humidity from your breath. So if the temperature outside is colder then the humidity will sit on the metal and drip. Causes a lot of damp and mould issues. The solution is a vapour barrier - and of course with a bit of insulation too. For the doors (im just building my van) I will only have a vapour barrier so its sealed off
Oh yes, we know about humidity! Our breath was condensed all over the inside of the van last winter! Most was OK when the van heater kept things warm, but with the insulated window coverings up, the glass stayed very cold and we had a lot of moisture because of it.
@@TimAndShannonLTD interesting, as I am currently early stages of my van build, your message has given me an interesting thing to consider. How I can vapor barrier my window without it looking bad. I am thinking some type of curtain that prevents the habitat space air getting to the window. If you are interested, this is the guy I learned about vapor barriers from, british guy but goes into super high detail about it. ua-cam.com/video/DKy6WnFh368/v-deo.html
The liner for drying was a good idea for me. Thanks
We are glad you liked that. Thanks for letting us know!
I've only made it to #1 and have already said 'genius'.
Awesome! Glad you liked these!
An eye bolt or "screw eyes" as u call them at the top & bottom of your drawers with some kind of shaft thru them secures draws well. Toolbox companies have used a similar method for years.
Yes, good ideas all around. Thanks Mike!
Or even stretch a bungee between the screw eyes!
@@vjohnsonbarrett limited weight with a bungee option, which is y tool boxes use a rod or bar
Omg i love the magnet for the phone!!
Cool! Thanks for letting us know!
Thank you, keep life simple eh? 🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️
Yes indeed Linda - that's how we roll! Thanks for the comment - glad you enjoyed this!
You had me at number 2. Subscribed. Eager to learn more.
Thank you! Glad to have you along!
I think everything you two showed was excellent! I can use everyone of those hacks. Thank you very much! I'm a new subscriber now. I have some of the same issues 2 yrs in to my nomadic van living. All of them can be applied in my van for sure. I'm in an e150 passenger. Two small dogs and I. I appreciate you both. God bless you both.
So glad you enjoyed this! Thanks so much for letting us know and welcome to the channel! 😀
Super video, plein de petites astuces bien utiles 👍
Merci beaucoup! Nous apprécions votre commentaire !
THANK YOU, great hacks!
You’re welcome-glad you enjoyed these!😊
Great little hacks!! New subbie:)
Awesome - thanks Cindy!
Thank you. Nice, honest, simple advice 😊
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the feedback!
Nice thoughts. And you are right one idea may lead to another. Safe Travels!
Thanks Mitch, you too!
Some really great hacks there
Thanks!
Thank you I love learning new hacks. I am still working on my van and plan to use some of these.
Cool! Glad we could help - enjoy your build process! And thanks for the comment 🙂
I'm all about simple. Great tips. I actually already used a couple of them. 😁
Simple is good, isn’t it? Thanks for the comment!
i like your McGyver-hacks a lot! Keep going!
Awesome! Thanks for letting us know Mondra!!
Great, simple ideas-thanks for sharing!
You're welcome! Glad you like them and thanks for the comment!
Clotheslines best for me 👍
I think Shannon would agree with you!
I just get viva paper towels, they’re cheap, durable and don’t unravel 🎉
Thanks - Good to know!
AND!!..Using Your Imagination & Problem Solving?..
KEEP YOU OUTTA THE STORES $!!
Sometimes having "The Best"? WILL also make for Really Expensive Fixes. Plus, when you Know Your Own Vehicle?.. You KNOW what it (Really) needs!!
Yes, all that too! Thanks for your comment!
I like your ideas 💡 I think though your van looks like a vacant car ready to be broken into. I think it would be better for thieves to know there is someone inside so they’ll not bother trying to get in. Most thieves are opportunistic and are smart enough to know you might have a pow pow inside with you.
That certainly could be…
Absolutely enjoyed your informative video. The laidback presentation of simple facts was fantastic. I’m still working but getting ready to retire soon and will then be joining the van life community. 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Oh what an exciting time for you! We have no regrets whatsoever! Van life has been awesome. Congrats, welcome to your new lifestyle and thanks for the comment! 😃❤👍
First time to see your channel... I love it... I am going to do the van life in 2 years when I retire... But I think some of these ideas could be used anywhere in a house or anywhere and they are genius thank you
Oh such an exciting time - gearing up for van life! Glad you’re enjoying our channel and so glad to have you along!
Thanks! I'm big on practical hacks so this is great. I subscribed.
So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the sub and the comment!
Hi y'all just found your channel while looking for ideas to put up my bug screen. Thank you both for excellent video coverage to give me encouragement 👍 May I ask what is in place of your rearview mirror? Thx, Iris and Little One 👋🐾
On the top center inside of the windshield is the rain sensor housing (I think) for the automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers. Just a piece of stock equipment that came with the van.
Actually some of your hacks are really good! Thanks 👍🏼
Glad you liked them - Thanks for the comment!
Very practical and money saving ideas!
Glad you like them - Thanks Pamela!
Great tips, I was hoping to use the drawer tip, but there is an oven on one side of our drawers and camper exterior wall on the other side, right now I am using bungee cords. I squat my toilet tissue paper into an elongated hole, the same thing for my paper towels and that keeps them from rolling when we go over bumps. I’m m just getting ready to watch your video again in case I missed something.
Cool - glad you're enjoying it - thanks for the comment!
These are great hacks !! Thank you so much for sharing 🌿🌸
You are so welcome glad you like them. Thanks for the comment!
I have a refrigerator drawer! So the lid can't fall down😊😊
Sweet!
Hi, I loved your video. It’s the first time I’ve seen your channel. I am fixing to go out on my very first escapade. I guess you could call it. It’s gonna be very simple. I just I’m 80 years old. My family is having a pet, but I’m going I don’t know how far I’ll go or how long I’ll stay or anything but one thing I need help with, I’ve got one of those. I guess you could use them as a book case are they those upholstered boxes fit in them? How do I keep those boxes in while I’m driving down the road I appreciate your help thanks.
Hi there and glad you like our channel! Hmmm if I understand your question, you want to know how to keep your bins from flying out of your shelf unit? Our shelves have a lip at the front edge that we have to lift our bins over to pull them out. Maybe you could do something similar.
Love these practical tips 👍🏻
Hi Joy, so glad you like them! Thanks for letting us know! 😄
Súper súper, gracias por la información ❤❤❤❤❤
¡De nada! ¡Gracias por el comentario!🙂
Great video. Thank you for sharing.
Our pleasure Brandy - glad you enjoyed it!
I loved this simple cost efficient and things that are easily accessible
Can I ask about your back door coat storage how did you do that bit ?
From Australia
Hi Heather. We used these Over-the-Door Hanger: amzn.to/44Wqc37
And you can see how we easily modified them in this video: 7 MORE DIY CAMPER VAN HACKS to Make Van Life Easier
ua-cam.com/video/hgSfaWje06M/v-deo.html
Thanks so much for your feedback!
Very helpful. Thanks.
You’re welcome Vickie - glad it was helpful and thanks for the comment!