FULL TOUR of our 1972 VW Westfalia Camper Van
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- Опубліковано 7 сер 2023
- We are soooo excited to announce this new series that Becky & Austin will be taking y'all through on the vlog channel! A Volkswagen Westfalia Camper Van restoration!
This is definitely different than our usual content so we will be posting it on The Sorry Life, but we are so excited to take you guys along. Let us know what you want the series to be called! Make sure you subscribe and turn on the notifications so you don't miss the next episode coming soon!
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"Austin & Becky's Ad-VAN-ture"
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This might also be a cool opportunity to collab with Canadian van lifers (like Eamon & Bec based out of Kingston). They're possibly moving to TO so it might be nice to work with them on bringing their outdoorsy style to city life too!
sadly they have now sold both vans 😔
@@TerriThorns Ya but they have rebuilt two vans already and have that info, so they would be a good resource. Same with Max from Max and Occy.
@@CaliMel184 i missread it 🤭 i thought she ment travel with them! hahaha and aye thats a good one too
Definitely need to reach out to Eamon and Bec. They are two of my favorite UA-camrs and now former van lifers.
And talk to @FunForLouis (who Eamon and Bec are friends with) about his conversion of his VW bus to an Electric Vehicle. If you want more fuel efficient, that’s the way to go!
Eamon and Bec are my fave vanlifers (now retired vanlifers lol)! They're in Canada too! Can't wait to see the progress
I second Eamon and Bec! Love them!
Wanted to say Eamon and Bec as well 😄
Vouch this one!
Or Letitia Kiu and her partner Stephan (who's a mechanic).
I LOVE EAMON AND BEC!!!! I third it!!!
Honestly, I’m just excited to have more videos with Austin in them! I’ve loved seeing him come out of his video-shell and be featured more recently. He brings such a lighthearted and funny energy to the videos!
Thanks pink apple !
Hi Becky! I think the name for the series could be "That 70's van" to recall the other one. That's a vibe! I love the color as it is, but I've seen a similar one that has the base brown and two stripes orange and white...amazing! As for UA-cam videos, I suggest for inspiration hannahleeduggan who renovate herself her van! =)
Becky, you have to re paint it the same color. It’s so beautiful 😍
there will definitely be a lot of poll's in this series hahah I need help deciding!!
Agreed back to the original color that’s on the inside!
I agree. I love the original color.
No!! 😊 look up Tiffany Blue for Volkswagen buss’s they’re so cute!
I’m not being a butt head just joining the pull y’all will choose what ever you want and it’ll be your style no matter what ❤
Beauty of imagination is that you can paint 🎨 it any color you want.
The engine won’t be original, neither does the color. I can see that van/ bus being a dark teal to royal blue flake transition.
Austin is such a gem! I'm so stoked for this vlog series...Vanwagon 70s series...retromobile renovlogil...
Don’t get too excited I have no idea what I’m doing ;)
Max and Occy and Eamon and Bec are both great people to hit up for van build info. Max put a full functioning shower in his and also has a dog that traveled with him. Also Max has a link to some stick on flexible solar panels that you could put on the roof. Driving stick shift is not hard! Just practice in a parking lot.
If I've seen any huge tip for these is to put in rotating seats in the front! Also Eamon and Bec! They aren't doing van life anymore, but they've converted 2. And they're in Canada.
I second this!
I think for color it would be so fun to do a retro colored stripe made of of like three colors with like a small swoosh so it's not just a straight line. AND/or name the van and paint the name on the outside in a 70s font - SO fun. Maybe also look up all the colors this van originally came in and pick your favorite and then customize it from there!
Secretly it would be so fun to do like bright lime green or something, but the current colors really match your vibe too.
Yessss to the retro strip!!!
Yes!!! Absolutely paint the van's name on the outside! Like they do on fighter jets and airplanes with a fun logo!
Yes! I was thinking the same thing with a 3 color swoosh/stripe
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What is more 70s than a rust coloured Westfalia 😍 I vote to keep the original colour 😎🤌🏽
Blog names: The Folkswagon, Van Revamp, The History Machine (Scooby Doo ref), Vantastic Voyage, Stick it to the Van! 🚐🎉😂
Becky and Austin are an adorable couple, and this project seems so fun! I can’t wait!
Thank you !
Googled "van puns" and someone wrote "Van Halen" (a name suggestion for the van) as a van name in a Reddit post. Van Halen have a song called "Finish What Ya Started", which could be a good name for the series - the lyrics could (with a little fantasy) be about fixing a van. 😉 Love the existing colour, also love the suggestion in another comment about stripes. And definately a bed for Danny! 🥰
that 70's van!
austin’s commentary is freaking hilarious, love silly husband humour
Stoked for you guys and for more content with Austin! Good for you, Becky, learning stick and getting stoked about body work-it is a lot of work and bondo dust but you’ll be all the more proud of knowing every curve of that thing. It could also be cool to look into converting it to electric since its current state leaves a lot of areas accessible. Eamon and Beck seem like an obvious choice as far as UA-camrs go. I converted a cargo van and have been living in it full time for the last four years after doing the weekend-warrior style primitive vanning for almost a decade so if you need any recommendations, call it out! Best of luck on your new adventure and do be prepared for a swear word or two🤘
That 70’s Van
Van Vibes
Retro Roadshow
Retro Reno
That 70s van would be so perfect for the name of the series!!!
Austin & Becky's Super Terrific Van Remodel, with special guest appearances by Danny !
I don’t know why but it just struck me that you should name it “ Buster “. Love this new adventure you two are heading into. Exciting! 😊
Great name, bc it is a Bus(ter)! 😊
I have been trying to renovate a van for a long time and have said OUT LOUD "I wish the sorry girls had a van renovation series" 😂. So excited to see what you do!😁
If anyone can do this….it’s you guys!!!! Can’t wait to see its metamorphosis!!! And I’m so happy that we’ll see more Austin!!!!!
Amen to Austin about the cuss words! Working on cars is a whole another level but amazing skill set to have. Husband worked on a camero, rebuilt his 92 firebird as his first car and then our 03 mustang.
Becky, you’ll love welding!! I’ve gotten to dabble in it a few times and super awesome. You can do so much with it!
For reals best of luck to both of ya on this!
You just said it: van journey, that's a good name for the series :) Maybe even for the van itself? Van Journey!
Eamon & Bec are awesome Canadian van life people that have transitioned into a cabin for the past couple years. They've been all over in their van, so probably good people to connect with in terms of where to travel!
Ladi & Margaret ! They can really help you figure out the best layout ! Although I love Eamon and Bec and watch all their videos... Ladi & Margaret are way more skilled and have a lot of expertise in the van build
The series should be called the transponder transformation. I love the colour that it already is, and of course Danny needs a dog bed.
Love your new haircut!!
Would keep the van the same color, it's so fun!
My favorite van-lifers are Eamon and Bec and Kara and Nate 😊.
Definitely Eamon and Bec! They're amazing! And would love to see the van in a tealy-green! Oooo
Oh Becky love the bangs.. More Austin woohoo.. I hope Danni will make an appearance too..
The vanwives are great and they are also renovating a cabin!
And Tyler and Todd.
Your home, Danny, your van and the whole aesthetic is sooooo Wes Anderson 🧡🧡
I think it would be great to collaborate with Trent and Allie. They restored 2 vans, a travel trailer and have a van conversion business. They have lots of good ideas, skills and resources. And they do beautiful work on these vans.
I totally agree!!
Wow the vans so awesome, it’s giving Scooby Doo vibes, so you Becky and Austin, just love the original colour too. ❤
The VanWives are my all time favourite they are pros at converting by now I’d say!
Exterior: lime green, interior: browns, oranges and yellows with floral curtains ❤
You have the "That 70s house" tagline, what about "that 70s van?" Either way, I am invested to see the ups and downs of this project, best of luck to you both.
Really enjoy the content of Eva Zu Beck and think she'd have great advice and input as a van lifer living in a country she isnt from.
You should call it "The Sorry Van"
I think you should name her.....and then call the series by her name: How Stella Got Her Groove Back or something to that effect....you get the idea . Congratulations on your find! She's awesome - just like you Becky! ....And of course you too Austin...oh & Danny! Love Danny!! Best of Luck you guys - can't wait to watch the evolution❣
i agree 😊
Excited to have more Austin content! He’s a fun bonus sorry girl.
So jealous! Its a beauty of a van but bet its a beast to drive. I'd love to see you call the series The VANity project! Good luck with restoring her back to her former glory! And yes Danny needs his doggy spot in the bus!
Yyyaaaayyyyyyy so happy for this new venture!!! Also, it's always a pleasure getting added surprises in the sorry life channel along with the main channel 💝💝💖💖💖 And yaah, heartiest congratulations to Becky and Austin!!
Eamon and Bec Ultimate van life Canadian duo!!! Collab with them would be so awesome and cute! They’ve built out a few vans
Ya’ll and @levi&leah would be such a fun meetup! Canadian couple from opposite sides of Canada come together over retro camper/ van DIYs! 😍
That 70's Van??? 😂❤❤❤ I already love this project
Eamon and Beck & Kinging It is definitely my favorite VanLifers 💛
Please make it the same color 👌🏼
Definitely Eamon & Bec! Not sure if you're close with Alexandra Gater but Bec's sister works for her so could be a connection point. Can't wait for this series, I looooove old VW vans!
I would definitely paint it like a deep mustard yellow or just a nice orange, I feel like those colors just fit the vibe so well
Absolutely build Danny a bed! 11:12
Speaking from experience, you don't need to buy a whole other vehicle to snake the engine from it. I grew up in a mechanic's household with a family auto repair shop. We specialize in rebuilt engines and high performance, but we're also eight hours north of you, so we won't be able to help hands-on. I'd suggest finding a repair shop that you trust, preferably one that rebuilds engines. They can help with suggestions of what you're looking for and can help scour scrap yards for something you can use. 😊
Soooooo excited for this project!! I vote yellow for the colour! Bold choice, but a deep warm (almost mustard) yellow would make such a statement while feeling authentic to its original era.
"Transponder" would be a great name for your bus. Same year as the one my husband had!
My dream Van 😍 I’ve always wanted a VW van and always imagined it to be light blue with white trim. I think that would look so fresh and beautiful!
I’m excited for this! My wife and I watch the sorry girls on weekend mornings together. I like when Austin is featured lol he’s funny. I think this will be a fun watch! Can’t wait to watch the Subaru motor swap!
Paint it like the Scooby Doo van the Mystery Machine!!! I am so excited for this series because I love your relationship with Austin. He is so funny and enjoyable when he is in the videos. :)
😂 that's what I said!
The series should obviously be called: That 70s Bus! - no apostrophe 😉
The "Old Timey Van Journey" Series
Yes for Danny's Doggy Day Bed, that would be a very special DIY.
For laughs Paint it like the Scooby Doo Van 😅
Congratulations on this journey
Name of the series: That 70’s van
Color: same as now
Doggy bed: definitely
Happy for you guys!
Turquoise with Flower Power Daisies!!! Also The Endless Adventure renovated an old camper van back during pandemic times and it turned out pretty cool!
Not sure how many people have put Subaru motors in an air cooled bus. Problem is with a radiator being fitted, most do motor swaps with the vanagon which was water cooled. Vw’s are slow keep the stock motor and you will save fabrication time. When done right the air cooled motor will last, make sure all cooling tin is in place. Do you have all the camping cabinets from westfalia? Parts will be easy to get for most things. A Weber carburetor conversion will make tuning easier than the dual carbs. Good luck with the project they can be fun or utter nightmares.
We love Austin as much as we love Becky! 🧡🤎🥰Can't wait to see you both tackle this van! It's a lot of work! 💪💪
Thanks for the love. It keeps me going
the hidden compartment in the door was probably for cigs/joints 🤙
also ! The Endless Adventure is great, they have very good vibes and a lot of knowledge on building anything, especially van/bus related.
One of the sorry girls mixed with vehicle restoration ❤❤ love the idea of this series!!
Definitely collab with Eamon & Bec. They’re such great people, and I’m sure they could guide you well with with all their experiences! I think restoring it to as much of the original finishes as possible would do the bus the most justice. But, I’m sure whatever you choose to do it’ll look and function great - cause that’s just how you are. Best of luck on your exciting journey!!!
Bangs look so good on you! I’m so glad you brought them back, they fit you so well
Vanwives are in canada, they still do the van life, but are also renovating and building an off grid paradise.. Curiosity Incorporated is another channel, he lives in canada too.. He restores old cars, and has an old camper van too, also he often buys homes full of retro furniture.. He's into antiques and all sorts of things.. great guy and family too! Def check these out!
So exciting! In the 1970’s ( my 20’s ) I would have loved one, the ultimate surf wagon. Looking forward to following along. ❤❤❤ And we love Eamon and Bec and all their friends. Max & Occy in Australia, and Ryan Twomey in the US
WE LOVE IT BEING ON THE VLOG CHANNEL YAYYYYY
When in doubt push the clutch! That's what my dad always taught me when driving a standard
location setting and light are perfect in this video for this van!
Omgoodness!!!! Eeeeek! I am so happy to follow this series. 😁
Gene and shay are my fave van lifers!
The Endless Adventure have a super cool vintage camper that they restored and I'm obsessed with their style!
Yah I’d say they are the best fit for a collab. They have a vintage RV and they understand the headache of it. Vanwifes also have a little more retro taste. Eamon & Beck did sprinters, totally different game.
I know this might sound crazy, but canary yellow with white trim could look amazing. And it's a little less expected than orange (which I also like). Very excited for this series, and love seeing Austin on screen. You could call the series 'The VDub Chronicals'?
I'm excited to see this series. You two are adorable together. I look forward to the next episode.
I love seeing Austin in the videos!
Totally get it colour matched to the original colour!
Here in Australia we call that a Kombi van, because the indicators are down near the bumper it is called a lowlight model, the ‘secret storage’ area in the door is a vent, the louvred windows are quite rare, and the engine should be accessible through a hatch from the top as well.
Going just a little bit more orange on that brown spectrum with the same mustard interior would be soooo 🔥🔥
Would love to see you collaborate with DrewBuildsStuff! He's also Canadian and has worked on mini camper trailers, a van for short camping trips, and the works. He even builds stuff from scratch too so he'd likely know the inner workings of things and thinking outside the box.
You absolutely have to name the series Camper Revamper!!
As soo as i sae thr van I said yup im here for thus. Van Wives, Tyler and Todd and DualEx have done some amazing work both in Vans/RVs and on homesteads
Ooohhhh a Camper! Can't wait to see what camper capers you get into!
Eamon and Bec, Van wives, Max and Occy, and also Trent and Allie.
Can't wait to watch this series.
Eamon and Bec and Craig and Amy(Kinging it)are absolutely amazing and so smart, funny and adventurous, I love them!!
PLEASE COLLAB WITH VANWIVES (Jazz and Crystal) They’re my all time favorite van lifers and can give you so much helpful information!! They do almost all of the work in their van (and now their cabin) by themselves ! Also, I agree with other commenters that you should repaint the van the same orange/brown color !
Awesome bus!! That engine bay is a gold mine! I have a '73 with an engine I rebuilt myself, and I'd like to give you some advice:
- Keep those dual carbs ORIGINAL! Lots of mechanics don't know how to work on them and will probably try and get you to switch to a single center mounter carb (which suck). Taking the time to learn that system and get it working properly will be a lifesaver.
- The EGR system is garbo so once you learn about that and where it is, feel free to remove it :)
- It's most likely a 1.7L if that is the original block/cylinders. Less torque (hmphf up a hill) then a 2.0L but more rev happy and, believe it or not, faster then the later engines. Volkswagen stated in the manual the 1.7L had a cruising speed of 78MPH! 0_0 Obviously this was different when the car was new, so I'd say keep her at 50 - 55 mph and you'll be good to go!
If you need anything (parts, advice, or otherwise!) feel free to hmu. I'm just out of Quebec City so maybe I can be of assistance at some point o/
Sounds like you know what you are talking about. I adjusted the chokes back to original setting and it stays alive now and doesn’t die
Congratulations!! I love this so much!! I will watch anything with you and Austin!! You two make me so happy.....
Color: classic 70s orange
series name: ‘that 70s Van’ (like your house series, that 70s house, but instead it’s the van!)
I vote avocado green! (Like the inside of an avocado!) That shade of green is so very on vibe with the 70s! You could call the series something playing off the current popular slang term "bussin"- Like "It's Bussin'" or "Bussin' with Becky and Austin". Can't wait to see this project come along, its a dream of mine too! I believe in you guys!!!!
Eamon and Bec!! They are amazing and have done two van builds
What an exciting project! I cannot wait to see the next episode! I would love to see your mood board/style inspo. And I think repaint the same classic colour, its beautiful 🤩
You are reliving my life. Except that I lived it the first time. Married in December 1971 and then went on our honeymoon in our VW wearing hiphuggers and go-go boots. Came home to our apartment decorated in avocado and burnt orange.
Ahhhhh ! I am SO jealous . A vw van restoration project has been a dream of mine since I was a kid! Can’t wait to follow along and live vicariously through you two 😊
Congrats & good luck. The seat filling is either coconut coir fibre (more orangey), or wood wool/Excelsior which is pale like wood shavings.
Eamon and Bec!!!!! they are super duper lovely and have a van life chanel + are canada based and have great experience in building !!! especally van renos !!!! would be awesome to see you four together omgg also Louie and Raya!! Louie has converted a similar (if not same model) van into a solar powered van and they are both super lovely travel vlogers :)))
The Vanwives and Eamon and Bec are both Canada based and have done some cool van builds in the past!
Love Austin's guy vibes.... swear words...husband razzing syndrome...good cop/ bad cop...naughty husband (Austin)/nice wife (Becky) commentary...comforting familiar pattern!!! All in!!! Fun to come!!!
I have a 73 VW bus that was a camper, it’s now red. I regret changing the color. I would make the outside paint match the original interior paint. I’m here for any questions, I’ve been through it all lol. My wife is a big fan!