Great video! (And background music!) Thanks so much for choosing us and helping spread the word! You’re exactly right that to judge insulation’s performance you need time but we’re confident you will be pleased. Give Kramer a scratch behind the ears for us!
I’m so glad i found your videos! I’ve been stressing about insulation because it’s impossible to buy most of the stuff you see in videos in New Zealand, all except wool! Thank you!
haha that's awesome!!! Glad we could help by showing what all that insulation is used for. :) Highly recommend van life if you get the chance one day, too. :)
Pros and cons to both, we opted for spray foam because it has a higher R value and is more sound deandening than the wool. Can't wait to see how your build turns out!
Pianos use wool to "deaden" the high decibel frequencies of steel piano wires, for centuries. Now, I'm curious to know how spray foam would react, by comparison. Now you have me curious (spray on piano dampers?).
If you haven't already, make sure to check if there is a local distributor because you might be able to pick it up locally ( I feel like there is one in Chattanooga) and it would be free rather than freight shipping. We went Havelock Wool too! Great choice!
I believe you made a good choice on the wool. I used it as well in my build. I suggest you attach the wool to the ceiling panels (not sure what you are doing for a ceiling) and install with the ceiling. Worked well for me. Trying to attach the wool to the van was not working.
We really like the colour of your van. Being in Canada insulation is a number one priority for us. We have been trying to learn about all options. Thank you for the video.
We've been watching your wonderful new (and old) videos, and were very curious as to which swivel seats you would recommend as we'll be starting our first van build soon! P.S. maybe we'll eventually see you on the road, some of my best friends live in GA!
Hi Justin! Congrats on your upcoming van! We'd love to meet up one day either in GA or on the road somewhere. :) The swivel seat we used last time worked, but it wasn't as easy to turn as others on the market (or so we've heard). Some of our friends have this one in their van and it works GREAT! At least it did when we saw their van in person. Only problem is you'll need the USA model (which I'm linking to) but most places are sold out at the moment. Hope this helps and good luck! :) www.eurocampers.com/2019--on-Sprinter-Scopema-Brand-Front-Passenger-Seat-Swivel-Adapter--Not-for-suspension-seats_p_3788.html
Lidizel Chavez I am only 10 years old and I am already looking up things I want for my van, but I am probably going to build my van when I am in my late 20’s.So yeah I feel you!
I saw your video where you shared your blueprint for this van, which I'm super excited to see. I know you haven't really travelled in the 144 yet, but do you think it will make a big difference in how portable your van feels? My boyfriend and I are planning an epic trip to see all 50 states in one year (and about 120 cities and most of the National Parks). Anyway, we're planning to build out a van that we'll live in. Just curious.
When you but the insulation on the floor, is there any framing or is it just laid over the metal? You fast forward on that part so I couldn't tell. That seems way easier then some of the elaborate framing I see some folks build. I love simple solutions.
As long as the material is not heat conductive and does not support convection, the R-value of insulation does not depend on the material itself but does depend on the thickness of the insulating layer. Steel wool would be heat conductive (as are the steel rails in the van walls. Material with lots of open air space would support convection. Given that you pack the voids carefully with the sheep's wool, install it in a way that it does not sag once the walls are on, and make the insulating layer as thick as it would be with spray foam, there is no reason why the R-value should be any different from that of foam insulation. I grant that it is easier to get into all the nooks and crannies with spray foam but as you noted, it is also easy to get that foam in places you do not want it. The interior of a van is a small volume. It does not take much out-gassing from artificial substances to create air that's bad for you. No worries with wool. You made the right choice!
Love how the wool is sustainable and biodegradable. Foam is not so hot for the environment. Though I probably will use foam board for most of my insulation and some light weight cabinetry
We love our havelock wool. We are still on the fence about whether or not we will keep our AC installed. We think it would be more efficient to have two MAX air fans installed. We literally have used the AC unit three times in a year and once was just to test how beneficial it actually is. For our unit we have to have a generator running or be plugged in to operate it so we just prefer not to use it since we spend so much time off grid. Maybe our opinion will change when we head south which is why we haven’t pulled it out yet. Good decision on the havelock we had no issues with it over the long winter up here and even removed the panels in the spring to ensure there was no mold or condensation trapped inside. Worked perfect.
Hey y'all! This is super encouraging to hear! Saying that the wool withstands Alaska winters is DEFINITELY high praise. Hope you guys are doing well! Would love to meet up if we ever cross paths again. :)
Lol 😂 Kramer has so much personality 💜 I just adore him! I think the wool is probably going to be a good choice, you're right about the windows the flares and all that! Great video like always!!! Hope you're having a great week..✌️💕🚐🐾☕
Hi Chris and Sara, my partner Melissa and I find your videos incredibly helpful. We just bought a 2016 Ford transit 350, 148" wheelbase, medium roof. Do you have any thoughts on how many bags of havealock wool insulation to buy?I don't want to have to skimp towards the end like I saw that you did. We'd rather have a little too much then a little too little. Thank you so much for creating these videos! We find you both so inspiring and look so forward to your next videos. Much gratitude. Kate and Melissa
Hi Kate and Melissa! After finishing our insulation I can say that I think what Havelock recommends per van is enough. I was worried we'd be a bit short, but it turned out to be the perfect amount. You don't want to pack the wool too tightly in the walls but rather leave it a little loose and natural because it insulates best when it's not packed flat. Here's the link on their site: havelockwool.com/van-insulation-products/ It looks like they recommend 3 bags of wool for your size of van, but if you want to be double safe and save on shipping in case you end up needing more, you could always buy 4 bags and save yourself from having to pay shipping again.We might have needed a 4th bag too if we hadn't put so many windows in our van (which kept us from needing more insulation). Hope this helps!! :) Don't hesitate to reach out via email (hello@letsbe.us) if you have any questions. We're typically a bit faster answering that way since comments sort of get lost in the shuffle sometimes. :)
Didn't see this comment until after I responded just now but THANK YOU! We really appreciate you using the link. :) Hope you love the wool and that you got the right amount for your van. :)
Loving the new build so far! Just started on our 2020 170 4x4 and using lots of your videos as guidance. Out of curiosity, Havelock Wool's installation guide says to use furring strips on the floor. Why did y'all decide not to use them? Does it feel squishy or bouncy? We're super torn on how to insulate our floor... So many ways :/
Hey Manny! We actually decided to not add furring strips on the ground this time around because truthfully, we never liked our furring strips on the floor in our first van. We started by using them to harness stuff on the floor during the build but it didn’t feel near as steady as basing things off the walls so we ended up changing everything to be harnessed to the walls instead of the floor. This time around we’re using plusnuts to avoid drilling into the metal and the weight capacity of the plusnuts will allow for much more solid installation of components than even screw or furring strips would allow for. I hope that makes sense! The most difficult thing about building a van is the seemingly incite ways to do it. Everyone does something a little different for their own reasons so just think through what would work best for your build and lifestyle. Happy to help bounce ideas with you if we can! ☺️
@Chris and Sara Hello! 👋🏼 It's 2 years later, but still hoping you'll see this anyway. After this about of time, how do you feel about your decision to lay the wool w/o furring strips and then the factory floor on top? I'm leaning towards going this way, but not sure of the overall value of the furring strips. Like you I'd like to adhere my build to the walls, so I'm not sure if there's any other valuable reason to put them on the floor. Thanks in advance.
Hey Guys! So glad to see things coming along! I can’t wait until you get to power/solar - wondering what your setup is going to look like with the AC, etc. Do you think you’ll go Lithium again? Anyway - remind Kramer that it might look like cotton candy but it’s not! ;) Stay safe & cool!
Hi guys I didn't know it was a thing but I've just watched vlogs from vanlifers who have had their Catalytic converters stolen, well one attempt and one gone. See MelsVanWorld and Dave2D. Mel bought a guard to secure his. Pass it on guys 👍
Congrats on your van!!! So exciting!!! New video will be out soon, things are just moving really slowly since a lot of components are delayed by covid. Stay tuned! ☺️
AdvancedRV has a great video on spray foam - their concern: buckling wall metal. Insulating prior to cutting metal for windows? Might want to watch those metal shavings; don’t want them stuck in the wool. Keep up the good work; it’s a big job!
Yes! Buckling is a real concern when using spray foam in a van. Thank you for bringing that up! We've mentioned that in previous videos but forgot to talk about that here. We hired a pro for our spray foam last time because we were so worried about buckling. It did dent some, but not near as bad as some other vans we've seen. And thanks for mentioning the metal shavings getting in/on the insulation while installing windows, we hadn't thought about that yet! We'll definitely either remove the insulation under the windows while their cutting or cover it up, so thanks for bringing that to our attention!
Looking forward to watching your progress! I’m debating the buy or build conundrum now. Just finished a complete remodel on a condo in North Dakota and a Tiny House in Palm Springs, CA this past year - I’m tired of building!
Carey Jacobs the Fresair Ac is not good in humid weather and it also requires needs water to work. So it’s like a swamp Ac. And yes the ac Fresair is only 12 volt but if you want the ac to actually work then get a different one. Also depends what weather you in. If it’s humid the Fresair will not work well.
That's a great idea! I would guess tape would work, too. Most of it stays in/on the walls pretty well on its own, but the ceiling could be a great place to test out the tape. Thanks for the suggestion!
I think you have the opportunity to be first regarding 1 crucial thing due to RV life, off grid living. This because no rv-youtuber seems to wash their clothes 🤔
After insulation! In the unlikely even that you need to get to a wire you don't want to have to dig behind insulation. All insulation is a mess to work with (spray foam, wool, etc.) so the less you have to bother it after it's in the better!
Hi Dorothy! The van came with wall panels but we didn't end up using those because they weren't very sturdy. We ended up using them as a template for our wall panels which we cut from 1/4" birch plywood, 1/2" birch plywood for the floor.
The wool is a poor insulation, it gets damp due to the condensation in the van . When this happens it sags and compresses and so looses most of its insulating property
Hi Michel! We’re doing well, things are just very slow over here. ☹️ we have a new vlog coming TOMORROW though with a bit of an update so stay tuned for that. Thank you for check on us. We miss our UA-cam friends for sure! Hope you’re doing well! ☺️
We’re definitely trying to find the balance of packing it tight enough to fill all the holes but not so tight it’s squished. We’ll go back through some of the walls to be sure we didn’t overfill it. Thanks for the input- comments like this are super helpful! ☺️
No way your wool is going to be ANYWHERE NEAR FOAM 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵 , but I see your Installing EXPENSIVE AND LOUD AC.... I would think with foam you could have used the van ac or heater to allow you to live in 90 to 20F easily.
Let's Be Us It’s not that there’s too much music - it’s more that it sometimes competes with what’s being said. Keep the volume lower than you think when speaking over it, especially for people for whom English is a second language.
Oh good! That's encouraging to hear! That's sorta what we expected because we've never smelled it in any of our friend's vans, but we weren't sure. Thanks for commenting. :)
My friend is doing it in his van ..... And he has really bad allergies 🤦🤷so his eye are puffy now.. At least Kramer likes it. He was looking around for the sheep's lolol why did you decide to go smaller ??? Your van video is what I send ppl to show them what I wanted to do with my van. ❤️ When they look at me like I am crazy haha
Great video! (And background music!) Thanks so much for choosing us and helping spread the word! You’re exactly right that to judge insulation’s performance you need time but we’re confident you will be pleased. Give Kramer a scratch behind the ears for us!
I am curious on the floors with the wool and it looks like it has no room to expand? Is this ok to do?
I’m so glad i found your videos! I’ve been stressing about insulation because it’s impossible to buy most of the stuff you see in videos in New Zealand, all except wool! Thank you!
I work for FedEx and I load those big packages of insulation daily. I Will wanderlust for van life even more now that I know what I’m loading...
haha that's awesome!!! Glad we could help by showing what all that insulation is used for. :) Highly recommend van life if you get the chance one day, too. :)
Do you live in Reno and drive a FedEx truck for Troy?
Pros and cons to both, we opted for spray foam because it has a higher R value and is more sound deandening than the wool.
Can't wait to see how your build turns out!
Pianos use wool to "deaden" the high decibel frequencies of steel piano wires, for centuries. Now, I'm curious to know how spray foam would react, by comparison. Now you have me curious (spray on piano dampers?).
For the windows you might want to try 3M crystalline or a ceramic tint. It really reduces the heat intake through the windows.
It's great that you're able to do this yourselves when
I finally am able to get a van I'm going to have to have one built
There's definitely perks to having someone build out your van for you instead. Best of luck on your build! :)
If you haven't already, make sure to check if there is a local distributor because you might be able to pick it up locally ( I feel like there is one in Chattanooga) and it would be free rather than freight shipping. We went Havelock Wool too! Great choice!
I believe you made a good choice on the wool. I used it as well in my build. I suggest you attach the wool to the ceiling panels (not sure what you are doing for a ceiling) and install with the ceiling. Worked well for me. Trying to attach the wool to the van was not working.
Coming from a tropical country, can't wait to see how the AC works out and how you guys manage the power dynamics.
we're using havelock wool on our shuttle bus build and we're really glad we did!
Love hearing others say they’re glad they made the wool choice. We’re more and more confident in our decision! ☺️
We really like the colour of your van. Being in Canada insulation is a number one priority for us. We have been trying to learn about all options. Thank you for the video.
Thanks for watching! Hope your doing well up in Canada!
We've been watching your wonderful new (and old) videos, and were very curious as to which swivel seats you would recommend as we'll be starting our first van build soon! P.S. maybe we'll eventually see you on the road, some of my best friends live in GA!
Hi Justin! Congrats on your upcoming van! We'd love to meet up one day either in GA or on the road somewhere. :) The swivel seat we used last time worked, but it wasn't as easy to turn as others on the market (or so we've heard). Some of our friends have this one in their van and it works GREAT! At least it did when we saw their van in person. Only problem is you'll need the USA model (which I'm linking to) but most places are sold out at the moment. Hope this helps and good luck! :) www.eurocampers.com/2019--on-Sprinter-Scopema-Brand-Front-Passenger-Seat-Swivel-Adapter--Not-for-suspension-seats_p_3788.html
Im loving the step by step episodes. I wanna build my own van now!!
Lidizel Chavez I am only 10 years old and I am already looking up things I want for my van, but I am probably going to build my van when I am in my late 20’s.So yeah I feel you!
I saw your video where you shared your blueprint for this van, which I'm super excited to see. I know you haven't really travelled in the 144 yet, but do you think it will make a big difference in how portable your van feels? My boyfriend and I are planning an epic trip to see all 50 states in one year (and about 120 cities and most of the National Parks). Anyway, we're planning to build out a van that we'll live in. Just curious.
When you but the insulation on the floor, is there any framing or is it just laid over the metal? You fast forward on that part so I couldn't tell. That seems way easier then some of the elaborate framing I see some folks build. I love simple solutions.
As long as the material is not heat conductive and does not support convection, the R-value of insulation does not depend on the material itself but does depend on the thickness of the insulating layer. Steel wool would be heat conductive (as are the steel rails in the van walls. Material with lots of open air space would support convection. Given that you pack the voids carefully with the sheep's wool, install it in a way that it does not sag once the walls are on, and make the insulating layer as thick as it would be with spray foam, there is no reason why the R-value should be any different from that of foam insulation. I grant that it is easier to get into all the nooks and crannies with spray foam but as you noted, it is also easy to get that foam in places you do not want it. The interior of a van is a small volume. It does not take much out-gassing from artificial substances to create air that's bad for you. No worries with wool. You made the right choice!
Love how the wool is sustainable and biodegradable. Foam is not so hot for the environment. Though I probably will use foam board for most of my insulation and some light weight cabinetry
We love our havelock wool. We are still on the fence about whether or not we will keep our AC installed. We think it would be more efficient to have two MAX air fans installed. We literally have used the AC unit three times in a year and once was just to test how beneficial it actually is. For our unit we have to have a generator running or be plugged in to operate it so we just prefer not to use it since we spend so much time off grid. Maybe our opinion will change when we head south which is why we haven’t pulled it out yet. Good decision on the havelock we had no issues with it over the long winter up here and even removed the panels in the spring to ensure there was no mold or condensation trapped inside. Worked perfect.
Hey y'all! This is super encouraging to hear! Saying that the wool withstands Alaska winters is DEFINITELY high praise. Hope you guys are doing well! Would love to meet up if we ever cross paths again. :)
great job, good luck with the new project
Fingers crossed! Thanks for watching!
I saw a video on spray foam and it cautioned one that it gets so hot it could wrap the metal. It was from people DYI the spray foam.
Lol 😂 Kramer has so much personality 💜 I just adore him! I think the wool is probably going to be a good choice, you're right about the windows the flares and all that! Great video like always!!! Hope you're having a great week..✌️💕🚐🐾☕
Thanks, Deb! Hope you're having another successful weekend of van building, too. :) Happy weekend!
@@chrisandsara you're welcome and thank you, it's a going..😊
Go ORGANIC Go!!!!
Hi Chris and Sara, my partner Melissa and I find your videos incredibly helpful. We just bought a 2016 Ford transit 350, 148" wheelbase, medium roof. Do you have any thoughts on how many bags of havealock wool insulation to buy?I don't want to have to skimp towards the end like I saw that you did. We'd rather have a little too much then a little too little. Thank you so much for creating these videos! We find you both so inspiring and look so forward to your next videos. Much gratitude. Kate and Melissa
Hi again, we just ordered $480.00 worth of wool through your link. Hope this is helpful. Thanks! Kate
Hi Kate and Melissa! After finishing our insulation I can say that I think what Havelock recommends per van is enough. I was worried we'd be a bit short, but it turned out to be the perfect amount. You don't want to pack the wool too tightly in the walls but rather leave it a little loose and natural because it insulates best when it's not packed flat. Here's the link on their site: havelockwool.com/van-insulation-products/
It looks like they recommend 3 bags of wool for your size of van, but if you want to be double safe and save on shipping in case you end up needing more, you could always buy 4 bags and save yourself from having to pay shipping again.We might have needed a 4th bag too if we hadn't put so many windows in our van (which kept us from needing more insulation). Hope this helps!! :) Don't hesitate to reach out via email (hello@letsbe.us) if you have any questions. We're typically a bit faster answering that way since comments sort of get lost in the shuffle sometimes. :)
Didn't see this comment until after I responded just now but THANK YOU! We really appreciate you using the link. :) Hope you love the wool and that you got the right amount for your van. :)
The bug killing made me LAUGH OUT LOUD!!!
Loving the new build so far! Just started on our 2020 170 4x4 and using lots of your videos as guidance. Out of curiosity, Havelock Wool's installation guide says to use furring strips on the floor. Why did y'all decide not to use them? Does it feel squishy or bouncy? We're super torn on how to insulate our floor... So many ways :/
Hey Manny! We actually decided to not add furring strips on the ground this time around because truthfully, we never liked our furring strips on the floor in our first van. We started by using them to harness stuff on the floor during the build but it didn’t feel near as steady as basing things off the walls so we ended up changing everything to be harnessed to the walls instead of the floor. This time around we’re using plusnuts to avoid drilling into the metal and the weight capacity of the plusnuts will allow for much more solid installation of components than even screw or furring strips would allow for.
I hope that makes sense! The most difficult thing about building a van is the seemingly incite ways to do it. Everyone does something a little different for their own reasons so just think through what would work best for your build and lifestyle. Happy to help bounce ideas with you if we can! ☺️
@Chris and Sara Hello! 👋🏼 It's 2 years later, but still hoping you'll see this anyway. After this about of time, how do you feel about your decision to lay the wool w/o furring strips and then the factory floor on top? I'm leaning towards going this way, but not sure of the overall value of the furring strips. Like you I'd like to adhere my build to the walls, so I'm not sure if there's any other valuable reason to put them on the floor. Thanks in advance.
Hey Guys! So glad to see things coming along! I can’t wait until you get to power/solar - wondering what your setup is going to look like with the AC, etc. Do you think you’ll go Lithium again? Anyway - remind Kramer that it might look like cotton candy but it’s not! ;) Stay safe & cool!
Hey friend! We just released a video about all of our electrical components! ua-cam.com/video/adi2s6OKPOU/v-deo.html
Let's Be Us YES! Watching now!
Was your previous sprinter lwb or xlwb? Also was weight distrubution a concern when installing?
Hi guys I didn't know it was a thing but I've just watched vlogs from vanlifers who have had their Catalytic converters stolen, well one attempt and one gone.
See MelsVanWorld and Dave2D.
Mel bought a guard to secure his.
Pass it on guys 👍
CONTENT! I love it here :D
waiting for your update. btw.i just purchase same color 170 4X4 sprinter last tuesday. i will follow your steps.
Congrats on your van!!! So exciting!!! New video will be out soon, things are just moving really slowly since a lot of components are delayed by covid. Stay tuned! ☺️
Keep up the hard work! I am sure it’s probably tough to build in this heat!!
AdvancedRV has a great video on spray foam - their concern: buckling wall metal.
Insulating prior to cutting metal for windows? Might want to watch those metal shavings; don’t want them stuck in the wool.
Keep up the good work; it’s a big job!
Yes! Buckling is a real concern when using spray foam in a van. Thank you for bringing that up! We've mentioned that in previous videos but forgot to talk about that here. We hired a pro for our spray foam last time because we were so worried about buckling. It did dent some, but not near as bad as some other vans we've seen.
And thanks for mentioning the metal shavings getting in/on the insulation while installing windows, we hadn't thought about that yet! We'll definitely either remove the insulation under the windows while their cutting or cover it up, so thanks for bringing that to our attention!
Looking forward to watching your progress! I’m debating the buy or build conundrum now.
Just finished a complete remodel on a condo in North Dakota and a Tiny House in Palm Springs, CA this past year - I’m tired of building!
WOW! That is a lot of building!
What's the gray stickers all over the places inside the can? And where to buy it?
I have a 170 with the same factory floor. How solid does the floor directly on top of the insulation without studs?
I see you didn’t use wooden frame on the floor. Was it leveled fine.
would love to know how you put that floor in
I'm curious, why didn't you go with the Fresair Air Conditioner?
Carey Jacobs the Fresair Ac is not good in humid weather and it also requires needs water to work. So it’s like a swamp Ac. And yes the ac Fresair is only 12 volt but if you want the ac to actually work then get a different one. Also depends what weather you in. If it’s humid the Fresair will not work well.
So it sounds like a great option in dry desert heat
Wouldn't holding it up with like regular packaging tape do the job? The strings look a bit fiddly.
That's a great idea! I would guess tape would work, too. Most of it stays in/on the walls pretty well on its own, but the ceiling could be a great place to test out the tape. Thanks for the suggestion!
I think you have the opportunity to be first regarding 1 crucial thing due to RV life, off grid living. This because no rv-youtuber seems to wash their clothes 🤔
Should the wiring be done before insulation and if not why? Thanks
After insulation! In the unlikely even that you need to get to a wire you don't want to have to dig behind insulation. All insulation is a mess to work with (spray foam, wool, etc.) so the less you have to bother it after it's in the better!
Kramers harness. So cute.
He's a mess, isn't he? lol
@@chrisandsara a sweet mess! 😋
Where did you get the precut panels to put after the insulation
Hi Dorothy! The van came with wall panels but we didn't end up using those because they weren't very sturdy. We ended up using them as a template for our wall panels which we cut from 1/4" birch plywood, 1/2" birch plywood for the floor.
The wool is a poor insulation, it gets damp due to the condensation in the van . When this happens it sags and compresses and so looses most of its insulating property
Thats false. Wool insulation shining factor is that it does not hold moisture and breathes well. Look it up before you comment.
That UGA shirt. I had to subscribe
GO DAWGS
The background music made it difficult to understand what she was saying much of the time. Other than that, a very informative video.
You guys are getting me tired just watching y’all in the heat. If you need help, I’ll be chilling w/ Kramer at the kiddie pool.
😂I'm sure he'd appreciate the company! lol
You guys ok? Three weeks is way longer than normal between episodes, Michel
Hi Michel! We’re doing well, things are just very slow over here. ☹️ we have a new vlog coming TOMORROW though with a bit of an update so stay tuned for that. Thank you for check on us. We miss our UA-cam friends for sure! Hope you’re doing well! ☺️
Curious about wearing masks and gloves to avoid breathing fibers? Is it necessary?
(Did you go to UGA?)
According to Havelock you don’t. We didn’t use gloves or masks and didn’t have a problem. And yes! UGA class of ‘15 go dawgs! ☺️
Love it, but the timelapses were soooo long :)
I love those long timelapses, and I feel like the music is really well done. It's a good mix (for me).
Is the wool treated in any way to prevent bugs or rot ?
Yes it is! All of that info is on their website as well!
Music makes it almost impossible to hear you clearly. Darn. Really wanted a good Havelock vid.
Sorry to hear that Susan.
The Havelock Wool is moth proof?
I’m also curious about this.
Hey guys... yes our wool is treated with a slight amount of boric acid (8% by weight) which deters all bugs. Thanks!
You might be running out of insulation because you're packing it too tightly. Look into loosely packed insulation vs tightly packed.
We’re definitely trying to find the balance of packing it tight enough to fill all the holes but not so tight it’s squished. We’ll go back through some of the walls to be sure we didn’t overfill it. Thanks for the input- comments like this are super helpful! ☺️
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No way your wool is going to be ANYWHERE NEAR FOAM 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵 , but I see your Installing EXPENSIVE AND LOUD AC....
I would think with foam you could have used the van ac or heater to allow you to live in 90 to 20F easily.
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👋Hi Michael!
Too much background music
@@chrisandsara At the start I could not hear her talking... Not everyone has perfect hearing... I am 72yo and wear hearing aids.
Hard to hear - background music should be background! Shame as the content is relevant and interesting. xxx
Let's Be Us It’s not that there’s too much music - it’s more that it sometimes competes with what’s being said. Keep the volume lower than you think when speaking over it, especially for people for whom English is a second language.
IT IS GOING TO SMELL BADDDD UNTIL YOU GET THE WALLS UP.
Oh good! That's encouraging to hear! That's sorta what we expected because we've never smelled it in any of our friend's vans, but we weren't sure. Thanks for commenting. :)
My friend is doing it in his van ..... And he has really bad allergies 🤦🤷so his eye are puffy now.. At least Kramer likes it. He was looking around for the sheep's lolol why did you decide to go smaller ??? Your van video is what I send ppl to show them what I wanted to do with my van. ❤️ When they look at me like I am crazy haha
I had no smell at all.
I had zero smell when first installed and still don’t have any smell after 3 weeks!