6 Steps to Prep for Van Life (No Money/Van Needed)
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- Опубліковано 27 чер 2024
- You want the Van Life, but you have things holding you back. Stop Dreaming, and Actually DO! I give 6 action steps anyone can do to prepare for VanLife. No van or money is needed. Maybe something is holding you back from starting? This video should be able to help you solve your issues first so you can life the dream life. Prepare for Van Life now, even months before you do it!
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Try to think about each "thing" in your house or apartment as just another rock in your backpack weighing you down, they go away easier. Give to friends or family things you just can't part with, knowing they will be appreciated and come back to you if you leave van life.
I love this analogy!
@Chapter 4 Travels Dont give anything away that you expect back. I did that in my family and either my stuff was sold, thrown or re-given away --- after promises it wouldnt be. I also had stuff forced back on me when family/friends said they didnt want to hold it anymore and this forced me to pay for storage. Some things cannot be sold or thrown but 90% can and its best to think of it as the most liberating thing one can ever do. Getting down to almost nothing in your life is an amazing feeling, the best ever, and makes you think hard about ever accumulating again. This week I sold something I purchased 20 years ago on the firm belief Id never sell it. It broke my heart and made me feel like a failure but im staying on the mission, van or no van, frankly.
@@cvcoco I just sold my house, I designed and built this house with my own two hands. I loved that house, but in the end, it's just a thing. I don't think about it at all, time to move on and the house sale makes that possible.
I also designed my step van conversion and am more fond of it than I was of my house. I designed my house for me but also for resale value. My van is just for me without regard for resale. This makes it more special to me.
@@chapter4travels Yes I understand and agree with you. Also, Im looking at step vans too. Do you happen to know, of all the platforms for van builds whats the cheapest to insure?
Hey I’m 16 but I’m already planning it and saving up. I’m researching EVERYTHING. And I wanna research mechanics to fix a problem if needed and even possibly make money. Alls iv been doing is watching videos and planning.
Same here
Do it. You're young enough to make a mistake and recover if its not for you, if it is you'll be saving 2 to 3 times as much as your friends will be so if you decide some time down the line you want a house you'll be able to buy it far sooner than if you rent until you can afford a deposit. I've calculated it and as long as I don't get too many car problems I'll be able to save 3-400 per week.
@Mark Rizzotto You should also stay away from Ford Transits. The Chevy Express is a very reliable vehicle, but it’s so outdated and it’s such a gas hog!
@Mark Rizzotto Faxxxx
I’m 14, the biggest thing holding me back is that I don’t have a drivers license haha. Good luck with everything though, I’m sure it will all work out great! Peace and love my friend
14 year old here, and watching these types of videos gets me so excited for van life! I was worried I wouldn’t be able to make friends, but going to the rally’s is such a great idea, thank you! Now the only thing holding me back is a drivers license bahaha. Peace and love my friends, may everything work out better than you could’ve imagined!
Ah thanks! And seriously everything is working out better than imagined! For every issue you hear about from other about van life, there are work arounds. Just like going to rallies to meet friends! Never lonely
Its encouraging to know that you were previously a military member who decided to live in a van once your enlistment was up. I'm in the Air Force and I've been thinking about living in a van once my 6 year contract is up. I personally think that converting a van is a way better choice than buying a house/paying rent for an apartment. I'm looking forward to watching you convert a new van in the near future. Thanks for the valid points you made throughout the video!
Dont try to live in a van. Travel in a van. Camp vacation in a van. Do NOT try to live in one.
Vans are also the most expensive route. Yes mpg is double. But your required driving is triple. Up front cost, build out cost, and insurance are higher. You're hyper limited on where you can stay in hot weather demanding long drives into high elevation where resources and cell service is non-existent. Thus requiring lots of fuel to resupply and at much higher frequency. Making it utterly pointless over a larger vehicle/RV/Schoolie/etc.
All of this to live in a 50 sq ft shoe box pissing in jugs and pooping in a bucket day in, day out, week after week. Month after month. Year after year.
Thats literally how it was in the military.
Just because you can't handle it doesn't mean the rest of us cant.
I used to pay $1200 in rent and now my total monthly expenses are $400. After 3 years its not that hard.
4:37 sold my car to save for a van riding a bike to work now I will get the dream done one way or another may take 6 months of riding a bike to get a van tho
And you're getting in shape daily.
I hope you were able to live your dreams man!
I cant imagine how my life would have turned out if I had lived in a van till I retired from my career. I think its a great idea considering all the greed in real estate and the cost of living just to put food on the table today. I just turned 43, Im retired now, im busier now than I was when I had a job. I bought an Astro van a few years back, I completed a lot of projects on it, I sold it this year for a really nice profit and bought a 99 Dodge Ram Van, Im staring all over again. I have already wedged a 2018 new engine and tranny, lifted it 8 inches and run 35 inch tires on it. This one is going to be my best work, I have just started with the bare essentials. I will continue to use it for surveillance, video and photography projects. I recently sold footage to a major network of the riots and marches, the money is great but the rush is priceless. I was in the middle of a march, I poked my head out the front door window, sat on my custom roof rack while flying my drone right into a huge fight. I noticed it was moving towards me. I grabbed my drone, slid into my van and closed the drapes so no one would see me. I have cameras for a 360deg view around my van, I captured more footage just feet from me. No one knew anyone was in my van, I waited 2 hours then drove away. I feel alive, Im living the dream, I cant get enough of the rush I get when something so big is happening just inches away from me unnoticed. On my way home back to my state, I went for some storm footage and caught 2 tornados and lots of destruction footage. I guess you can say I am creating a new career for myself. I would do a You Tube channel but I feel it would jeopardize my real work just because I wanted a better content with You Tube. Its still on the table but im not sold on it yet. If I had someone with me in the same scenario and vision, I might do it.
I’m currently 16 and I want to travel in a van for 1-2 years to compete in E-Sports tournaments and to make UA-cam content when I turn 18. This video really helped accelerate my plans, thanks man!
I hope youre doing fine during these harsh times. please stay safe and healthy. cheers
@Mountain Man what are you trying to point out here? i just wish him well due to the covid situation over there.
@Mountain Man hah a fucking troll
One of my biggest problems with full van/camper life or even part time is I’m a “collector” & already have an entire room just to store the bulk since I don’t have enough room to display everything yet :/ If the stuff was worthless than sure I could ditch a lot of it but I’m pushing $40K worth of inventory at the moment (I’m almost at my mid 20s) and it would take a fair amount of time to liquidate all of it. (Planed on selling when my first kid went to college if I end up having children)
I am taking possession of a 1999 Tahoe 4 door that I plan on building a bed in and converting into a camper as my winter project. Maybe spending more time camping in the vehicle will push me to go out more which I really need for my mental health. Great video positive vibes 💜🥂
I have no interest in actuality living in a van. However, this was a cool video.
A lot of my friends who would never have thought about living in a van, are now considering it! ha
I just talked to a friend last night
My biggest fear is a disaster with the vehicle, not something like an accident which could be covered by insurance but a major issue with the vehicle itself. Guess I'll have to get a credit card. I actually have a van that I could convert that is in pretty good shape and runs nicely with a lot of space. My second issue of course is building passive as well as active income which I'm working on right now. Those are literally the only things stopping me, I've thought this over for a while and want to pull the trigger and hit the road
Also, make sure that you have AAA extended coverage. This will be about $135 a year, but the plan will tow your vehicle up to 200 miles. Peace of Mind
Thanks so much for the inspirational pep talk!! Selling everything you don't use is an awesome tip and will definitely free up those invisible ties to physical items. Most of the time we just keep stuff because we feel guilty about getting rid of it, when in reality, someone else could put it to good use. Making some quick cash is a bonus! Love your content. I just subscribed 😁
Omg I can “feel” your intention to help thru the screen as I watch. This is my first video here & will be living in my minivan (for now) for the second time with more knowledge under my belt. I am a solo female separating from marriage & ultimately divorce (thought you’d like to know who’s viewing this) I never thought of exploring Facebook groups or meetup type events to be honest. Thanks so much I subscribed & liked this video.
Ahh thank you! Can you think of anything else I could help with? Maybe another video topic to help the newbies?
Always love the content brother, don’t stress it :)! You got us, your supporters, backing you the whole way! God Bless and stay safe!
Thanks Man!
great ideas!! Planning now!!
So helpful... thank you
Hello :)- Thank you for your very insightful information. I am a single male in my late 40's never married, no kids and never married. I do not own a home and don't plan on buying one in this market. Just looking for a vehicle that suits me. I am tired of the rat race and the cost of rent constantly going up!!! Kudos to you for what you bring to this community. Kudos :)-
Thanks for the video. My dog & I are doing it, however, we are struggling...mightily. The lonliness is killing me...would be nice to find community/travelling companions.
Right, I feel you 100%
thank you for your service in the Navy! (Beat Army!!)
Thanks so much for the particular content of your speech, the personal way you put it and the so practical , clear and simple recommendations you gave . Very down real thinking similar to mine . I did subscribed right away because I like the way you explain and think . Thanks for sharing yourself . I have learned from you . Thanks 🙏
For sure Ricky! Thank you for the kind words!
Your content is great because you clearly care about teaching things to us, not just trying to get our attention
Ah thanks!
Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!
HAHAHA!! “Break up with them...”
New Subscriber Here! Thank you for your content!
Great video! Very informative
He’s not kidding. Break up with them! Best advice ever
Very helpful.
Im trying to make this my reality right now, too poor but this helps hahah
Scariest thing is if your vechile breaks down and needs major mechanical upgrades that can be expensive AF too repair and then be forced too live at a hotel or elsewhere until further notice but that's just the RISK you take!!!!
It's true and happened a few times. Once it was a $3000 repair and needed a hotel for 5 days.
Good thing van lifers save thousands on having no rent!
already subscribed, but as a serial procrastinator this video helped a lot. joining a facebook group doesn't sound like much but it's the first step of speaking something into existence. solid video :)
Exactly! I had procrastination in mind while making this!
Very good advice. I met you today at a van rally lol
Yay! Thanks for coming by! Out here again today!
#7: Contact your builder (if you don't plan on DIY) and get the ball rolling! I'm gonna do this right NOW. Gotta get in my builder's queue!
Done! I've also done the other action items (except #4...not yet, but can't wait to get rid of my stuff).
Yay! Number 4 was just the best for me! I really meant what I said! It feels so good to just get rid of everything. You feel like you can go anywhere without worry.
@@OutdoorsEmbrace I knowwww! I hate having all this stuff weighing me down. Waiting for GoodWill to open their donations doors again!
@@OutdoorsEmbrace I think this is going to be really difficult for me. But, I am starting to try NOW! Literally - I listed a few things for free. I have 9 months left in my apartment lease and I do NOT want to pay rent, anymore!
Here we go
don’t break up with them, use them for their showers and washing/dryer machine
The problem I'm having is I don't know what I want. I know I want to go tiny but I don't know how. I have looked up Van Life, Skoolies, RVs, Trailers, Yurts, Tiny Houses, Log Cabins & everything in between. I bought a 26ft trailer in Nov 2020 and I wanted to convert it. But now I'm not sure if its the best fit for me. I love the idea of Skoolies but if it breaks down I'd have to stay in a motel well my home is being repaired.
If you want flexibility, van life gives the most. You adapt to the space you have to work with. Vans can park is so many more places than skoolies. RVs even worse. Trailers probably are a little better, but they take up too much parking space to get into the nice areas many times. Tiny Houses and Yurts are stationary, and cost more over time.
Van Life is the best option in opinion for mobility/space/fun/lifestyle tradeoffs. Sorry, but life is too amazing to say otherwise. Just my opinion though.
I understand 100%! I originally was looking into tiny houses or container homes. But, I don't have the $$ for that right now. Right now, I figure I can live in a small RV and save money to go toward those things.
I'm not sure if I could live in a van. I have a dog and a cat.
This video has been the BEST video I have watched so far about starting van life. SOOO many great tips to get ideas and get started. Definitely follow & support ❤️
Sweet! Hell yeah! Thank you!
Do a couple of conversions for high end clients and your set
This was very helpful, thank you.
Enjoyed this video. Subscribed!
great channel
Thank You!!!
Talk about a road map ✔️ you sure covered all the important objectives for jump starting the van travel track. I had to figure all this out myself (usually from daydreaming during job schedules). It’s been real now, feels continuously worth it. Keeping tuned for your next vids!
Did you ever get hung up on whether or not to get a high top? I currently have a 2012 Chevy Express 2500 extended; sometimes I think about minivans but then I tell myself that if you think about minivans then you don't need a high top in the Express; lol. But it would be nice to stand up. Cool video.
I did think about it in the beginning
Dude, I HATE YOU!!! You are so right! You hit on some real key points (sensitive areas). As you own more stuff, they own you. Another GREAT video. And you know what? I saved a bunch of money by watching your insurance video ($50 month). Thank you. This was my idea of a youtube video, now I don't have to create. Also, according to the law (www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/31) - motor vehicle are used for commercial purposes. We all need to stop referencing are vans as vehicles.
HAHA, hell yeah!!!
Number one Subscriber!
Thank you Scott!
I was thinking we all need to start referencing our van's as houses. haha, I understand you point though :p
Can't believe how NICE your van is. I know the E150 is roomy but you utilized every bit of that interior and made a great home out of it. Giving me some ideas for my E250 extended cargo. I especially like the way you have the cockpit and the cargo area separated with that door. Very nice!!
No joke, that steak looked scrum-diddly-umptious. I have been ITCHING for Van life for almost 2 years and my bf hopped on board about a year ago. We’re pulling the trigger for good next year 😊
YOUR VIDEOS ARE DOPE, I AM STARTING VAN LIFE IN ABOUT 6 MONTHS IN SAN DIEGO. looking FORWARD TO IT! 🤙
You literally live in a Van down by the RIVER!!!!!
Good one!!
After nearly purchasing a van last year a tip: 6"4 and a common utility van? NO GOOD... hahaha
I'm 6"3' and I have a common utility van. No issues. I will be getting one I can stand in soon though! Probably the tallest Ford Transit
This is great! I Was looking for vans here in nyc! Found some I wanted to go check out but the snow came! But I will looking 👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿
what song does he play in the beginning
Yay first like and viewer!
YAY!!!
Your in the virginia area that literally where im starting lol did you stay east or head west like most others?
Well currently in the NC area, but I'll be in the WV area soon for a Festival.
im leaving by jan 1st 2024 ill finish collage early December then i want to stay for chiasmas then im out of here :) I will mini bus life for at least a year If i can find a good way to make money then maybe a lot longer thats the goal.
Along with selling everything you don't need you're going to minimize compulsive spending on cool junk, yeah its cool but its junk...
Exactly!! Thank God I freed myself from the thoughts of always needing more stuff in order to be happy! The less you have, the less you have to worry about!
Yeah i'm trying to get in my van and get out of here. What's holding me back?Is all the stuff I have cause?I have no money right now either. How did you sell everything?Where did you post it. And I assume you got bottom dollar for everything right because it's used..
Are than vans you can by already built? Would that be cheaper and easier in the beginning?
Easier, but not cheaper. Building yourself is always cheaper in the van space
Do you think this is a good alternative for a college apartment?
For sure, as long as you can find a place to park and the heat or cold is bearable. The human body adapts quickly though, so you'll be fine in any case.
Selling everything that you don't need and make sure that you are credit card debt free
Everyone please be aware, vanspace is now $37 for one year.
Oh thanks! I really hadn't checked for a while! I'll update here soon!
@@OutdoorsEmbrace do love your videos though! Not hating. Great channel. Amazing van* setup. Can’t wait to see Megalodon😬
@@agateaxe3 thanks! And no hate felt. I love that you let me know!
Add a better descriptor for us guys. Not to be negative, but my wife kills me whenever I use it as a descriptor. Try to find something upbeat to call your viewers. Don't worry if you copy someone else just make it sincere. Thanks and I will continue to watch. Good luck.
Thinking of breaking up😂😂😂😂
Do you have any tips on finding cheap vans?
You'll be searching daily for at least a month to find your van, if not you're doing it too fast. Take the time to find the right one.
I mainly used FB market to search, they had a lot more and it was easy to contact people selling. I'll probably do this with my next van again.
Keep in mind, it matters where you are located. The cheaper vans can sometimes be out west, as what I remember.
Mosquito control while the van is open?
Thermacel
Get one at Walmart! They absolutely work! Only have one door open though so the wind doesn't just blow threw the van and blow the stuff out. It forms what I would call a shield; they don't come in at all with this on!
I've been kicking the van life idea for a long time now. The only thing that I can't get aboard with is pooping in a can lined with a trash bag. It just really makes me gag. And if that goes along with van life then I'll probably never pull the trigger on it.
I don't poop in my van. There are always so many 24 hour places wherever I go that I never need to poop inside the van.
You're talking about a $125 solution. The 'portable toilet' has come a long way, and is now super easy to clean, maintain, disassemble, and to put back together. Ask him for a referral link to Amazon, and check it out. :)
@@knowledgeapplied that is also true. I almost bought one when I started too... but I found I didn't need it on my test run for a month.
Composting toilet. Yeah the non diy ones are $$$ but worth it
How did you fasten the insulation to the van and also fasten the nice ceiling you have? I'll also take your advice on looking at other videos about it.
Watch my build video specifically. It shows the order of the layers. It's hard to explain in text
@@OutdoorsEmbrace Thanks, i have plans to install a mini fridge that is multi purpose for air conditioning. The chilled fridge water can be ran through pipes out the side and in front of a room fan in a coil. I'll even have a wall vent behind the fridge to vent out heat.
damn i cant sell my guitar dude!! 😩
I kept my guitar and sold my bass. I brought my guitar with me already on some trips. Got a music studio in my van!
what is the length of your living space from back door too the wall behind the seats, would love to see a video with some dimensions(bed, countertop, etc)
Ok, I'll probably make a quick video with tons of dimensions in it. It'll be an odd video, but it'll be helpful so I'll probably do it.
9 foot almost exactly from seats to back
@@OutdoorsEmbrace Thanks! I'm trying to decide between regular and extended length van
Either can be good. Try looking at them in person to decide
My main reasons for putting off van life
#1 it's hot bro
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I'm gonna just van where it's nice temperatures when I set across the US soon as I talked about in the end of this video.
My next van will have AC that runs off Solar
@@OutdoorsEmbrace currently rely on a jackery 500 power bank and an icy breeze. I eventually want solar but until I can get it installed I have to make due.
Would love knowing a remote job that I could be on the road with and make enough to sustain that lifestyle
So many of them! Right now I'm working a travel photography job where I travel from fraternity to fraternity to take head shots. They pay $800 a week tax free road expenses and $400 base pay plus commissions a week for paycheck. Making bank. Jobs like this can be found, you just need to look around and search online. Another job is Appen, Lionsbridge, and Leapforce. These are all pretty much the same thing, and you only make $11 an hour, but you can set your own hours.
Matt Foley wants to know your location
Dumb question, or specific question, how much clearance do you need for your van?
Maybe not now, but if you needed to go into a garage, would you be able to clear the 7' ones?
My personal van clears garages, but not the tall vans that you can stand in.
@@OutdoorsEmbrace Oh yeah, I meant specifically yours, Ford e-150? how tall is it with your fan and solar and all?
Just measured. Never did before haha.
It was between 6 and a half AND 7 with fan up. Where I am right now it's hard to get exact measurement with the small ass tape measure I have haha.
I'd say closer to 7
Outdoors Embrace haha. Awesome, thank you. I’ve been looking at lots of vans but I think they all have been raised because they were all above 7’ 6” bare no add-ons. My work has a 7’ garage so I wanted one that would fit.
What about firearms?
I don't think I'm gonna cover that on this channel. I've looked into it, too much stuff to cover and I'm not sure myself on it all. It's different for each state too, so that would be too much for one video maybe. I just don't feel like I'd enjoy making a video on this. I do believe there are other channels who have attempted talking about this though. If not, I might actually attempt it in the future. We'll see. Haha
@@OutdoorsEmbrace @Outdoors Embrace Good answer. Crossing state lines and different laws... & you'll catch too much shit from people whether you're for or against. 🤓🤠🤘🏻
Is getting a sailboat still a dream for you?
My one and true dream! It will happen. I've decided this lifestyle will last for my entire life, so I'm not in any rush.
I really want to start Vanlife, I am 36 male without a driver's license😅😂