TOP 10 VAN LIFE HACKS | our must have items in our self converted van!

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  • @leese.23
    @leese.23 3 роки тому +9

    They were great! Especially love the coaster idea for leveling.

  • @sharoneasley
    @sharoneasley 3 роки тому +10

    I love the pillow idea. That’s where I can keep my hoodies. Great video. I have that ladder. It is awesome! Once I learned how to use it. I had my hands where your feet go when I let it down it came down so fast it bruised one hand and broke the other.

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому +2

      Oh no! That's why I let John do it haha

  • @pamelalambe1356
    @pamelalambe1356 2 роки тому +1

    Hilarious, and learnt something new.

  • @mobilehomelife4028
    @mobilehomelife4028 3 роки тому +7

    Hey, just found your channel, I love top ten items. I have watched many, all good, but yours is unique in that the items are more practically based as opposed to personal preference. I am not on the road yet, converting a short-bus. Like I said I am not dissing any of the other videos, just pointing out the difference, great tips. If I had to chose a favorite, the blankets in pillow cases, excellent use of space for extra items you can use in two ways.

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому

      Oh thank you! Good luck with the bus conversion! Hope to see you on the road!

  • @ccaatttiraffe
    @ccaatttiraffe 3 роки тому +9

    I'm blown away by the blanket in pillow idea!

  • @robint01
    @robint01 3 роки тому +7

    Well done. Loved the bloopers you left in❣ Most definitely can use several of your hacks at home. Thank you 😊

  • @meowza7266
    @meowza7266 3 роки тому +6

    Love the cutting board! And walkie talkies are a great idea.

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому

      Glad you like them!

    • @josephjuno9555
      @josephjuno9555 Рік тому

      We've tried several types of walkies, they lacked range and must be l9ne of sight? Didn't work in hilly fishing areas?

  • @paulowen9432
    @paulowen9432 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome vlog. Can you tell me where you bought the spice racks?
    Thanks

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  2 роки тому

      Amazon! There are more details in our van tour video!

  • @adamhicks8231
    @adamhicks8231 2 роки тому +1

    How do you keep your fresh and grey water containers from building up massive amounts of mold??

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  2 роки тому

      Every time we empty the grey water, it gets rinsed out! Also we use a filter for our fresh water and the constant use keeps mold out.

  • @TimAndShannonLTD
    @TimAndShannonLTD Рік тому +2

    We have the same trouble with our ladder - we're lucky when it collapses. Love your bloopers too! You guys are fun to watch!

  • @thermomixingwithkim
    @thermomixingwithkim 3 роки тому +1

    Hi can you tell me where you got the cutting board from thansk

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому

      Amazon! The link should be in the description!

  • @janneal9156
    @janneal9156 3 роки тому +2

    Your van is the best .....your presentation was great ...so have fun stay safe.....cheers from Melbourne ....your dog is gorgeous I wouldn't go anywhere without mine....🚐🥂🐕🎿

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому

      Thanks so much! Dogs make the adventure so much more fun!

  • @65plusfabulous56
    @65plusfabulous56 2 роки тому +1

    👍👍

  • @justaguitarplayer2059
    @justaguitarplayer2059 2 роки тому +2

    Cool couple. I’d hang out with them. Good sense of humor

  • @craigeydmann
    @craigeydmann 3 роки тому +1

    Some great ideas#livingthedream

  • @businesswomanvig
    @businesswomanvig 3 роки тому +2

    It was the blankets inside the pillows hack for me
    Super inventive

  • @PsychicReverendDonnaSeraphina

    Thank you!

  • @zajournals
    @zajournals 3 місяці тому

    I know this is an old video but do you remember where you bought the Tupperware? I contacted them and they said they've never had collapsible containers.

  • @jaymiddleton772
    @jaymiddleton772 Рік тому

    I'll definitely be stuffing some blankets into pillows and... will be sure to keep an eye out for calypso-bill food containers =)

  • @Paplaito
    @Paplaito Рік тому

    ok hold up she is actualy so freaking pretty godamn

  • @pamelamilton6755
    @pamelamilton6755 3 роки тому +2

    I thought he was a pillow until you pointed him out. lol

  • @gilanicalivanlife8056
    @gilanicalivanlife8056 Рік тому

    Great ideas and I love your videos 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

  • @tericorominas2364
    @tericorominas2364 3 роки тому +9

    You guys are KILLING it!! Great hacks! Loved watching John and that ladder...lol . Stay safe, have fun! You know we are praying for you guys!

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому +1

      Oh thank you friend!! Hoping we will get to see y'all this summer!

  • @vickiealderson3698
    @vickiealderson3698 10 місяців тому

    Excellent hacks! Thank you!

  • @cbosworth6808
    @cbosworth6808 Рік тому

    May I ask if you have a link to your spice racks and magnetic knife holder?

  • @musicelle812
    @musicelle812 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the thoughtful ideas!

  • @rowangallagher
    @rowangallagher Рік тому

    This is accidental Alan Partridge material

  • @jaynewarriner7214
    @jaynewarriner7214 6 місяців тому

    I carry walker-talkies also! They are great esp if your cell service is sketchy

  • @Ship_stuff
    @Ship_stuff 3 роки тому +3

    Loved all these hacks! I would definitely incorporate some of them in my sticks and bricks home - like the pillow hack and Tupperware. Y’alls videos are great and edited perfectly. Also, while I thought the blooper reel at the end of other videos was great, after seeing this video I think I kinda like it better when the blooper stays in the scene! Makes you guys more down-to-earth that you keep those blunders in there, lol. There’s already millions of videos on here edited to look like everyone is perfect. The way you guys do your videos feels much more authentic- hence I love to watch them! 😊

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you so much!! Thank you for sharing that about the bloopers! We thought so too, but it's nice to hear that from others 😊

  • @vickyfong4521
    @vickyfong4521 2 роки тому +1

    You guys are so cute

  • @watermelon4600
    @watermelon4600 Рік тому

    you are soooo cute couple :) , the cutting board is a great idea ! didnt see anywhere before

  • @lynnescaddan8919
    @lynnescaddan8919 2 роки тому +2

    LOVE that mirror, that pillow is a great idea. The ladder is a great idea to help put a stop to thieves. All vans & RV should have em.

  • @lauramiller4044
    @lauramiller4044 Рік тому

    You two are great! Thank you for the hints!!

  • @josephjuno9555
    @josephjuno9555 Рік тому

    Great ideas and not just repeat what others said? Nice van!

  • @LastNameTom
    @LastNameTom 3 роки тому +1

    What pot is that?

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому

      Are you talking about the black water kettle? That is from Crate and Barrel!

  • @cassandradevine4752
    @cassandradevine4752 2 роки тому +2

    Just found his video, thanks for the tips! I'm just wondering how you lock your skis to the van and if you think they are safe leaving them outside the van in winter? And is there a way to convert it back to a roof deck in summer?

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  2 роки тому

      Good question! Our ski rack locks with a key and we have had no problems leaving them on the roof. We decided not to do a roof deck, but it would be easy to remove the ski rack and put a couple deck pieces up there!

  • @stormdavies250
    @stormdavies250 Рік тому

    Love the cutting board idea!

  • @Ruthie888
    @Ruthie888 3 роки тому +2

    Great job! I especially thought the cutting board was great.

  • @theartistnextdoor1648
    @theartistnextdoor1648 7 місяців тому

    Your interior is truelly inspiring

  • @JennyYasi
    @JennyYasi Рік тому

    I'd love to hear your van dog hacks!

  • @catherinewinterburn1043
    @catherinewinterburn1043 3 роки тому +2

    Pillow storage genius

  • @robertomantovani1252
    @robertomantovani1252 Рік тому

    Pillow are super smart!

  • @TheRubeeRose
    @TheRubeeRose Рік тому

    Loved this, thanks!

  • @kuljitsingh5780
    @kuljitsingh5780 Рік тому

    Good overacting in the end

  • @gonnadanceagain
    @gonnadanceagain Рік тому

    You are cute together❣️

  • @suellenw561
    @suellenw561 3 роки тому +2

    We have 4 cats that spend a lot of their napping time on our bed. Our "permanent" bedspread is a sheet. It's easier to wash when needed. I expect when our camper gets converted, the bed will have a sheet on top as well. We're planning to take one cat w/ us. The others don't travel. Being in our car freaks them out.

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому

      We totally understand that! I love that you also travel with your pets, it is so fun!

  • @ChooseThePathYouTake
    @ChooseThePathYouTake 2 роки тому +1

    HAHAHA. I'm dying with the ladder scene...we have the same kind and we have the same problems which is soo hilarious

  • @rowangallagher
    @rowangallagher Рік тому

    Life hack: mirror

  • @mikemanjo2458
    @mikemanjo2458 3 роки тому +2

    Great job! I love the toe kick storage. Brilliant! Stay safe. (Jane from SC)❤️🙏

  • @vanessamacdonald9153
    @vanessamacdonald9153 3 роки тому +2

    Loved the video and the bloopers - please continue to show them too :) Great hacks! Especially the ladder and containers.

  • @markfila6357
    @markfila6357 3 роки тому +2

    Love all these hacks. It’s like backpacking but every single day :) love you guys and miss you

  • @praguhbis
    @praguhbis Рік тому +1

    I think this mirror is a great idea for others to implement. Having a fixed mirror may be dangerous in rough roads as it may shatter and hurt the occupant(s).

  • @JJAVA-wt6eo
    @JJAVA-wt6eo 3 роки тому

    I got that very same spotted stool at Target last week. The instructions stuck on it show that you are supposed to stand with your feet going "across" the bendable part, not as you are in this. I guess it's in case that it's not completely locked open, so be careful ...

  • @conneyphu
    @conneyphu 3 роки тому +2

    You guys are super cute and I love your hacks 👍

  • @julianroccopesa3491
    @julianroccopesa3491 Рік тому

    ❤️❤️❤️,Ty ✌️🙏❤️🕯️🎈🌻😊

  • @cathietonkin5577
    @cathietonkin5577 3 роки тому +1

    I want a van just like yours!!!! 🧡💛💜🤍 it..... love your hacks, especially the fold step stool! I’m extremely vertical challenge!!!!

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому +1

      I am right there with you! haha thank you!!

  • @sspringer2000
    @sspringer2000 3 роки тому +2

    Love this! So inspiring! Makes me want to minimize ☺️

  • @the-wandering-wings
    @the-wandering-wings 3 роки тому +1

    lol the ladder takes ! the concentration to get it right was too funny! Also the cutting board hack: genius!

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому

      The cutting board has been such a game changer! And the ladder bit makes us laugh every time haha

  • @amaropargo8532
    @amaropargo8532 3 роки тому +1

    Walkie Talkies !!!
    Makes things easier.
    Regards from Panamá

  • @badmedicine9206
    @badmedicine9206 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing these hacks. While I’m waiting for my camper van, I’ve watch quite a few vids but they are all pretty similar to each other. You really shared some tips that I’ve never seen and never thought of. Great job!

  • @phoenixsubliminals765
    @phoenixsubliminals765 Рік тому

    Thank you😊. My favorite is the pillows with blankets inside... This is great for my tiny house, too

  • @sleepingxrose
    @sleepingxrose 3 роки тому +1

    These hacks/tips/items are so smart! Most of them I've never seem/heard of

  • @ShandeleReynolds
    @ShandeleReynolds 3 роки тому

    I'm sorry but that shoe storage is way too hard to get to

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому +1

      The shoe storage works great for us and is easy to access. Everything in a van requires extra work so it has not been an issue for us. I am sure there are other clever ways to store shoes that work great for other people!

  • @thepandemicdiva3369
    @thepandemicdiva3369 3 роки тому +1

    Great ideas!!

  • @Expedition-Blackbeard
    @Expedition-Blackbeard 2 роки тому +1

    One of the best lists on UA-cam van life. Thanks for the tips!

  • @DeborahLong7777
    @DeborahLong7777 3 роки тому +1

    Two cute and a dog lol. Great ideas for home or van agree!

  • @vickiealderson3698
    @vickiealderson3698 10 місяців тому

    Your blankets in the pillow and the cutting board with legs hacks are brilliant! Thank you so much!

  • @ms.pirate
    @ms.pirate Рік тому

    That dog just falling asleep like that. He obviously loves you both very much

  • @kstepk5003
    @kstepk5003 3 роки тому +1

    The cutting board is really good

  • @juliaworksonstuff
    @juliaworksonstuff 2 роки тому

    Dang! That pillow hack is AMAZING

  • @sammyrox69
    @sammyrox69 Рік тому

    honestly loads of great tips i’ve not seen on other videos! thanks guys

  • @dannidunn9302
    @dannidunn9302 Рік тому

    I love the blanket in the pillow cover. Brilliant.

  • @mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582
    @mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582 3 роки тому +1

    Love your unique must haves.... Great ideas!!

    • @johnviv3956
      @johnviv3956  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much! 😊

    • @mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582
      @mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582 3 роки тому

      @@johnviv3956 aww no problem! I don't hit the like on many videos but this one definitely got it. I'm definitely going back to this video when im ready to build out.

  • @jjfresh.
    @jjfresh. 3 роки тому

    A tip for the window coverings: if the fabric isn't waterproof, or anti-bacterial, you will get mold from moisture on the windows.

  • @tyoverboe7839
    @tyoverboe7839 3 роки тому +1

    MAH! Yes! Awesome job!

  • @evelyndunn50
    @evelyndunn50 3 роки тому +1

    Love this video!