I’m Crossing The U.S In My DIY Tesla Van - Day 12 & 14

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  • Опубліковано 25 гру 2022
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 231

  • @Aer0xander
    @Aer0xander Рік тому +175

    The fact that you uploaded means you are still alive :D

    • @Dojanne
      @Dojanne Рік тому +8

      I thought the same!

    • @unattendedgrandma4073
      @unattendedgrandma4073 Рік тому +7

      I had to remind myself this was not in real time!
      We had dreadful weather leading into the holiday on the west coast of Vancouver Island - Canada - that dumped 1 1/2 feet of snow in under 24 hours. Once a rare occurrence. It shut down public transportation, ferries and flights. Also universities and colleges doing term end exams. Thank goodness we are back to west coast rain and typical +10C.

    • @thenullco
      @thenullco Рік тому +4

      @@sburges12 This isn't uploaded on the go. Christmas has passed.

    • @Ruslan_davudov_photography
      @Ruslan_davudov_photography Рік тому +5

      He is already in NY. Spent a Christmas with fam.

  • @cqbarnieify
    @cqbarnieify Рік тому +36

    Louis, I think I speak for a lot of us when I say that I am profoundly grateful to know you are alive.

    • @Pauldjreadman
      @Pauldjreadman Рік тому

      This is like walking down the street for him. Piece of cake.

  • @kingingit
    @kingingit Рік тому +5

    haha aww got SO excited when Raya turned up!! The bump is looking FABULOUS! Nearly as fabulous as Cali in her boots! 😂 I won't lie, this video made me nervous, will he/ wont he make it?! It's basically a race against time.. and power 😂 Looking forward to seeing how you get on for the rest of the trip!

  • @Schubes5
    @Schubes5 Рік тому +30

    Callie really does add so much to these videos. Amazing to see how happy she always is! Great Video man!

  • @ku8721
    @ku8721 Рік тому +15

    Super pro-tip for cold weather, get an empty soda bottle fill it with hot water (not boiling!), water from a coffee maker is almost perfect. Then put it on the inside pocket of your jacket. It really helps keep your core warm and its when your core body temp falls that your feet and hands get really cold as the body tries to keep the warmer blood in your center. I call it a nickel heater

    • @thenestingplace357
      @thenestingplace357 Рік тому

      Really good idea!

    • @steviebboy69
      @steviebboy69 Рік тому +1

      Where I am at the moment in this west facing room in an old house its about 38.C inside without the A/C on. late arvo Sun beams against the window. Quite the opposite to over there, although a few weeks ago it was cold do to air being sucked up from Antarctica.

    • @jimmarshall5453
      @jimmarshall5453 Рік тому

      @@steviebboy69 That's quite toasty.

  • @sburges12
    @sburges12 Рік тому +2

    Don’t leave us hanging. Let’s see the end of of your adventure. 556 miles to go. 👍 Four days away at about 140 miles daily average. That could be two more episodes? I estimated you would do it in 18 days total providing no more major problems. The NY/Buffalo snowstorm is a big upcoming problem. Sending positive vibes.

  • @Em-fy2db
    @Em-fy2db Рік тому +18

    Cali walking in her boots killed me 😂 i saw on insta you made it for Christmas, glad you are safe! But super interested to see how the rest of the journey went still

  • @heatherandgary
    @heatherandgary Рік тому +14

    Wow, Louis looks like you're gonna make it. We watched Raya's surprise on her channel and Kara and Nate's

  • @BMW7series251
    @BMW7series251 Рік тому +6

    Wow Louis, you blow my mind with your knowledge of electronics!!! Great to see your meet up with Raya.
    Take care in that snow!! Cheers, John, UK.

  • @VEE3RDEYE
    @VEE3RDEYE Рік тому +2

    What a wholesome surprise from Raya

  • @BensAutos
    @BensAutos Рік тому +3

    The Kombi and beetles were known for being extremely good in the snow with standard tyres due to the rear engine rear wheel drive
    Whether it’s changed or not that you are electric I’m not sure but if it snows keep the back of the van well weighted and you should be fine even without grippy tyres or snow chains

  • @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers
    @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers Рік тому +2

    12:21 absolutely sweetest moment on UA-cam! We’ve watch the video on your other channel, but it still makes our heart sing! ~Cara ❤️💕💖

  • @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers
    @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers Рік тому +4

    We just admire your optimism and positive attitude no matter how stressful!!! We are stressing on this end for you! ~Cara ❤

  • @go-out-and-live1586
    @go-out-and-live1586 Рік тому +2

    Way to keep us hanging on the edge of our seats Louis! I admire your wherewithal.

  • @susandibble3525
    @susandibble3525 Рік тому +5

    Wow with what’s happening in the US with that storm! I hope you make it safe, looks like you missed the worst of it 🙏✌️💕

  • @cclose8007
    @cclose8007 Рік тому +4

    Loving this! Louis you’re so chill, love the British measurements too!

  • @vanlifefpv6340
    @vanlifefpv6340 Рік тому +6

    Stay in hotels with EV chargers and charge overnight and drive during the day so you don't freeze to death!

  • @patrickoneill3002
    @patrickoneill3002 Рік тому

    As a long-time driver of a 72’ VW Westy camper and a current EV owner, I’ve loved this series! Glad to hear you made it safely to New York, and looking forward to seeing how the rest of the trip went!

  • @yacinemahboub
    @yacinemahboub Рік тому +3

    i was watching this channel for at least 7 years, and i got say it louis you are such a great content creater

  • @ronnelson7157
    @ronnelson7157 Рік тому +1

    Love your videos. Be safe. Don't risk your life. That storm is a killer.

  • @GoldShawFarm
    @GoldShawFarm Рік тому +1

    Great progress, Louis!!

  • @nekishasorias
    @nekishasorias Рік тому +1

    Living in a Caribbean island (Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹) I got SUPER EXCITED when it started to snow 😂😂 Then I realized how much problems that causes for you on your journey 🥹🫣 Lol.
    Love this series soooo much! ❤️

  • @sandrahajzerockaji2035
    @sandrahajzerockaji2035 Рік тому

    Glad you made it. Looking forward to seeing you arrive safe to your family ✌️

  • @Keylessoneauto401
    @Keylessoneauto401 Рік тому +1

    Love your vw van I own one years ago when I used to work on old Volkswagen beetles enjoy your trip man

  • @DCSquirrel
    @DCSquirrel Рік тому +3

    I’m glad you both are safe. So many tragic deaths in the Buffalo area.

  • @lynnecollins3284
    @lynnecollins3284 Рік тому +2

    Another great video, on the edge of my seat again. Can't wait until next one. Keep warm

  • @vonderdornburg
    @vonderdornburg Рік тому +2

    Hope you make it ahead of the storm! Go Louis and the Volts Wagen!

  • @StephenMott
    @StephenMott Рік тому +2

    Given how cold the US is at the moment, I’m relieved you’re still posting, so you must be ‘ok’

  • @udisanchez519
    @udisanchez519 Рік тому +2

    Glad your okay man that’s all that matters.. again thank you for the best content.

  • @rvtv_mpls
    @rvtv_mpls Рік тому

    To run the same type of heater as you in our RV we have 8 batteries wired in series parallel at 24v. They can barely get us through a cold MN night. To say that the 12v battery is underpowered for the current you are trying to draw is a gigantic understatement. Great video series, I hope you got there safe.

  • @Jen_Rose426
    @Jen_Rose426 Рік тому +1

    Yay!!!! Finally caught up with the other vlog lol. Loving these updates! Keep on rocking it!!

  • @captaindave47
    @captaindave47 Рік тому +3

    Fabulous video as usual. An electric blanket and heated socks what luxury.😁🎅

  • @milododds1
    @milododds1 Рік тому +2

    Love your videos Louis! I am inspired to do something similar but make the VW Bus into a fully digital musical studio and use it for street performances. I like the 1971 camper, I used to have a white one when I lived in Humboldt County while I was in college.

  • @freddiekozlowzki5697
    @freddiekozlowzki5697 Рік тому +2

    Louie keep rocking on good luck brother hope the foot warmers work safe travels always Freddie 😄👍😎🦴💪

  • @ButteredUp_
    @ButteredUp_ Рік тому +6

    Man I was hoping you’d come through VA, you were gonna pass right through my town 😂 The snow also completely missed us here, look forward to seeing how your other route goes! Stay safe 🙏

  • @jeanmcchesney5441
    @jeanmcchesney5441 Рік тому

    Watching Cali in her boots was hilarious 🤣 but precious. Was a sweet little girl you have.❤

  • @ShaneandAneVanLife
    @ShaneandAneVanLife Рік тому +3

    This adventure is so interesting. Would lovee to do it in my T3 but wouldn't be fit to do it in electric. Big inspiration for us Louis. We'll done Merry Christmas

  • @andrewb3199
    @andrewb3199 Рік тому +3

    Loving this vlog series!

  • @CJWareLRPS
    @CJWareLRPS Рік тому +1

    Really loving this series you've inspired me to possibly travel more especially in my wheelchair it could be an experience

  • @angeliquebelluomini7797
    @angeliquebelluomini7797 Рік тому +2

    Oh the memories of freezing in a VW van🥰 seriously the best🙏 who ever had the biggest ice chard after a 4 hour drive WINS😂

  • @We_laugh0420
    @We_laugh0420 Рік тому +1

    Kept refreshing waiting for this to come. Finally!! Was getting worried

  • @freiesleben6126
    @freiesleben6126 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful how the Love with raya is growing, i am very happy for you!

  • @ReallyFarFarAway
    @ReallyFarFarAway Рік тому +2

    Day 12, by yourself : top shelf !!!

  • @snsdjerry
    @snsdjerry Рік тому +1

    CONGRATS MAN I LOVE THIS SERIES , LOVE TO SEE MORE!

  • @JeremyM-ph8hj
    @JeremyM-ph8hj Рік тому

    Love the journey so far and your network of friends.

  • @lightwarrior1
    @lightwarrior1 Рік тому

    Amazing series!! I'm so happy of seeing your post!!
    It means you made it ! 🤩🥂🎆
    We love to see the rest of the series🤩🥳 and later during the year...
    Definitely, it will be great to se the next convertion of the van!!🥳🚐🏔️❄️⛄ winter proof! 🌡️🌦️🤩🎆🥂 For more adventures 🤩😊🌻

  • @jenny02392
    @jenny02392 Рік тому +1

    So relieved to see this vlog!

  • @hermanpierrot
    @hermanpierrot Рік тому

    Love this series! Checking UA-cam twice a day to see if there's an update on the journey!

  • @jillcoe4695
    @jillcoe4695 Рік тому +2

    Cheers. Merry Christmas.

  • @_e11e_78
    @_e11e_78 Рік тому +1

    "Elizabethtown" was actually a fun 00's movie with Kirsten Dunst and Orlando Bloom

  • @eyemallrt
    @eyemallrt Рік тому +1

    Really enjoying this series Louis, well done!

  • @lutteropjan
    @lutteropjan Рік тому +1

    Louis, the Tesla chargers are polarity sensitive (unfortunately) so turn the plug 180 degrees and it should work. Probably the second plug you tried was wired just the other way around (neutral and live) and therefore worked... Good luck! Jan

  • @Elizaxox
    @Elizaxox Рік тому +1

    Patiently waiting for the next upload

  • @jewelrussell8288
    @jewelrussell8288 Рік тому +1

    Kellie looks so sweet in her winter woolies

  • @elmssarah
    @elmssarah Рік тому +1

    Here in Eastern Washington we have lots of roundabouts. Tri-Cities and Yakima especially.

  • @laurencemunro
    @laurencemunro Рік тому

    Good travels mate! The fuse is 30amp, yet you need 500watt (@12v = 41amp). If the wires are thick enough, stick a 40amp fuse in there and you should be ok

  • @kell0125
    @kell0125 Місяць тому

    I knoe this is older but the fact you drive near my area is freaking amazing in ny is amazing ❤

  • @cre8tvedge
    @cre8tvedge Рік тому

    Dang man. That turn into Indiana toward an RV park that may have had a locked gate or no AC power on in the dead of winter was the one low battery (2%!) got me freaked with the -1 degree C. Awesome job Loius.

  • @heatherjolly8389
    @heatherjolly8389 Рік тому

    Loved watching the surprise!!!

  • @loniallorenz2009
    @loniallorenz2009 Рік тому +1

    the wind resistance of the flat faced bus increases with the square of the speed at 60 and above expect massive battery drain

  • @jimmarshall5453
    @jimmarshall5453 Рік тому

    They blast dynamite at 1 in the morning because they disturb less traffic and commerce that way. Every time you make it to another charger with 1 or less in the battery, I heave a sigh of relief. I'm not an advertisement for AAA, but think you may be. Blessings to all three of you.

  • @LifeAgentScottNJ
    @LifeAgentScottNJ Рік тому

    You are back! Me and my 8 years old were missing you!

  • @samanthasookdeo1280
    @samanthasookdeo1280 Рік тому

    Hey I love looking at you vlogs I'm from trinidad and tobago it's like a thriller ever time your batteries reaches 11% keep up the great work safe journey

  • @sew_i_did5257
    @sew_i_did5257 Рік тому

    I live in WNY just south of Buffalo. Whatever you do, DO NOT TAKE I90 with an electric vehicle! Or at all without knowing the terrain. It got to -30F windchill here over Christmas weekend.

  • @kane.Reconnect
    @kane.Reconnect Рік тому +1

    Louis you will make it ! Greetings from Milo from Netherlands (Europe)

  • @anitameyer2036
    @anitameyer2036 Рік тому +2

    So glad Indiana could help you! I'm not proud of our politics - but we do have some great places to visit!

  • @LanceoftheNoe
    @LanceoftheNoe Рік тому

    "Louie ville" aaaahhhhh bless!

  • @trishao7252
    @trishao7252 Рік тому

    I was so waiting for you to pass thru Allentown Pa my city❤️ Merry Christmas 🎄

  • @BonkersAboutAlice
    @BonkersAboutAlice Рік тому +7

    Really hope he's OK given the weather.

  • @GhostLetsHack
    @GhostLetsHack Рік тому

    Im exited for the next Episode!

  • @Skiridr22
    @Skiridr22 Рік тому +1

    I would love to you insulate the van and upgrade the battery system to squeeze more range between charging. This van must stay relevant so your lil one could drive this piece of history. Merry Christmas and stay safe brother, Love you.

  • @jamesonalexander5410
    @jamesonalexander5410 Рік тому +1

    I wouldn't try to go thru Buffalo bc of the storm, but if you do, you're welcome to charge here in Rochester NY

  • @GN_Drive
    @GN_Drive Рік тому

    I think you should have more heaters in the car because the windows will sweat a lot in the minuses. And especially if there is snow on the windows. Good luck

  • @jimmarshall5453
    @jimmarshall5453 Рік тому

    You never considered a AAA membership? Now, it looks even more required for rescues, tows, etc. I LIKED that middle road option and would never take the northern route unless it was summer. I'm SO pleased your friend introduced you to the concept of heated socks. They make other heated things as well.

  • @jamesdurstine8892
    @jamesdurstine8892 Рік тому

    RT. 80 through Pennsylvania is a nice road.

  • @KZ1970
    @KZ1970 Рік тому

    Cameron Crowe made a film called Elizabethtown starring Orlando Bloom & Kirsten Dunst. It takes place in Elizabethtown, KY, so it is not just some random town in Kentucky. Also, they blast the roads at night since most people travel during the day.

  • @jannepeltonen2036
    @jannepeltonen2036 Рік тому

    Awesome adventure!

  • @MelissaTheButterfly
    @MelissaTheButterfly Рік тому

    I live for these Videos!! Sooo special!!♡♡ ❤️ 😍 💖 ❣️ love it

  • @pepto_bismol
    @pepto_bismol Рік тому +2

    Love the videos!

  • @chelseawilkinson777
    @chelseawilkinson777 Рік тому +1

    Omg i havent seen your videos in years😅 glad to see you still make videos mate

  • @paulwilliams8725
    @paulwilliams8725 Рік тому

    Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄

  • @inderdeepsingh8067
    @inderdeepsingh8067 Рік тому +1

    Let’s gooo waiting so long for the video

  • @mbk1251
    @mbk1251 Рік тому +1

    12volt heated car seat cover only works but only enough for 1nights heat my 240v electric blanket won't work from 230whr 2000mAh power bank by energizer.winter daylight hour seem to be getting shorter now for solar panels recharging so A honda petrol/diesel generator seem likes a safer back up

  • @Ozzysol
    @Ozzysol Рік тому

    I was waiting for this vlog to come out before watching the surprise video on your other channel.

  • @forgottenblacksheep9068
    @forgottenblacksheep9068 Рік тому

    I just found your channel !! Subscribed and can’t wait to see more.

  • @christineanderson925
    @christineanderson925 Рік тому

    I hope you did not hit that storm. It was a crazy Blizzard. enjoying the videos.

  • @pcguy13x
    @pcguy13x Рік тому

    elizabethtown ky is my hometown. how awesome is that!

  • @codystout5353
    @codystout5353 Рік тому +1

    I was just telling my friend I didn't know if you made it or not. I was showing them the video with the dog burrito. When your dog was all snuggled up in the blanket. In the beginning of this series. I want you to be a couple times you're going to be driving in some bad weather.

  • @lightninwilliamrobin6515
    @lightninwilliamrobin6515 Рік тому

    Good dog! Go dawgs! Godspeed!

  • @dinghyride
    @dinghyride Рік тому +1

    I am here for watts/kilowatts/amps/miles/temperature and fuses. This episode came through pretty clutch! :)

    • @debbiehayward6901
      @debbiehayward6901 Рік тому

      Love your name.
      Have you seen the movie spike island???
      Jous wanna buy a dinghy ride. Lovely funny part of the film which hi lights the difference in regional dialects/accents...

  • @dylancleary5237
    @dylancleary5237 Рік тому

    I live in Oregon and when I was living in Bend they have round-abouts

  • @sherriemitchell3892
    @sherriemitchell3892 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing

  • @Grahzzyvtvlog
    @Grahzzyvtvlog Рік тому

    the raya showing up part was so wholesome

  • @kennethfrawley
    @kennethfrawley Рік тому

    Oi, well done, you! Super vid! Love your Indiana Jones spirit of adventure. Cheers!

  • @T_Barb
    @T_Barb Рік тому

    I figured you HAD to stop because of the polar vortex. I texted it was coming 3 videos back! 😂 It has not hit you yet here and it’s already retreating in real time so anxious to see what you did.

  • @calisuds9830
    @calisuds9830 Рік тому +2

    What happen mate? I wanna see your final destination. You missed the bombastic storm!

  • @RoyalProdigy
    @RoyalProdigy Рік тому

    Great video!

  • @outwithjohn7038
    @outwithjohn7038 Рік тому

    At 1:43 you got some good taste of music I want the name of it!!!

  • @marsrover001
    @marsrover001 Рік тому

    Christmas was yesterday, hope you made it!

  • @maxinekelly8417
    @maxinekelly8417 Рік тому

    Stay safe enjoy the ride 🇦🇺👍❤️🤶🧑‍🎄❄️❄️