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This week we have a very special tour. We're showing you Kat and Zachs No build build. This travel couple wanted to get on the road as quickly as possible and have been loving their no build build while they decide exactly how they want their layout to look. There are so many benefits of just saying yes and getting yourself on the road even if your not built out. After 3 amazing months on the road, Kat and Zach will show you why!
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@michaellawver1088 3 года назад

The no build vans are the best. Showing people you can do it as you go and on a tight budget.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

totally!!! That's why we wanted to share this set up so much. It's amazing what a little ingenuity and some thrift store buys can get you. These two are such happy little clams, it made me feel like everyone needs (at least to start with) a no build build!

@theosergio9889 3 года назад

you prolly dont give a shit but if you are stoned like me atm you can watch pretty much all of the latest movies on InstaFlixxer. Been binge watching with my brother for the last couple of weeks =)

@prestongary145 3 года назад

@Theo Sergio Yea, I've been using instaflixxer for years myself :D

@traceechislett8463 7 дней назад

Thankyou guys for showing us your no band van and sharing all your tips I’m so excited to start our No build journey at the end of this year

@AdrienneLawrence1 3 года назад

Love that someone finally said whatever bed config makes sex difficult or complicated. It’s like the G-rated ways of ignoring it made me wonder if anyone actually, successfully had sex while on the road. I’m guessing they obviously do, but (for me) its better to be adult and frank about it. Thanks for posting, FnA!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Hahaha I asked Frankie - should I leave that in?! And he was like helllll yeah!!! 😂😂 and yes, people do have sex in vans 😏

@AdrienneLawrence1 3 года назад

FnA Van Life: Ha! I agree with Frankie. Def leave it in. I’m thinking: as long as we are adults, respectful of each other, and honest, there’s so much useful stuff we can share. And that’s been a silent question I have when I see many vans. Especially people who may have a hard time fitting into their bed with enough headroom.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Totally!!! From all the sex positive comments on this video it sounds like we need to make a whole video about it!!!

@AdrienneLawrence1 3 года назад

FnA Van Life: YES. Responsible, adult, and honest language. Completely agree.

@yourpcmd 3 года назад

Me and my wife defiantly have sex in our van. ❤ Having sex in a van is awesome. 👍😍 Dependent upon where we make home for the night, having sex outside the van is even more awesome. 👌😁

@babisjo 3 года назад

First vanlife video where someone has actually said the word "sex" let alone say "having sex." LOL

@Dreamysunshine23 3 года назад

I was just about to say that lol

@jenniferh.7219 3 года назад

Van lifers don't have sex. ; )

@Dreamysunshine23 3 года назад

@@jenniferh.7219 🤣🤣🤣... Shiiiiit then I'll never be a vanlifer if that's the case!

@noahbell7767 3 года назад

@@Dreamysunshine23 my thoughts exactly

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

I guess we should make a whole video about it 🤪

@kingrafferty 3 года назад

I love this. Sometimes people get stuck on the perfection of the build and don't just go and do it! Thank you for this. Safe travels.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Omg totally! We've met people who spent years tinkering instead of just getting out an enjoying! You really don't need much to be super happy on the road 💙

@dcw626364 3 года назад

Great video. Really liked how everything was so basic. It made you realize how you can enjoy a van without initially spending hardly any money. Also, put in perspective how one could just spend a couple of thousand dollars and make it so much better by making minimal upgrades!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Totally!!! This is the way to get on the road fast and then decide what you like an need. It’s so perfect 💗

@schanettecampbell8065 3 года назад

I agree..

@brendamuhammad6015 3 года назад

I've been trying to find this video for a while. I saw it once and rushed out to buy two massage tables that were listed on Facebook Marketplace at $30 each for my future van build. Thanks for the idea.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

YESSSSS! Glad you found it and us. Happy that this video helped you out cause that is the goal in everyone for us.

@JUSTINANDCHRISTINA 3 года назад

What is cool about this is the fact that everything is still modular and you realize what layout you think is worth building out..

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Right Alex and I will have to do this when we get our new rig for a little really figure out how we want it.

@JUSTINANDCHRISTINA 3 года назад

@@FnAVanLife While you are looking for a new rig there isn’t a company who would be willing to lend you a class B for a few weeks in exchange for a review? Like the Russos did when all they had was then short roof Van? Or a Van rental company?

@flowrob6861 3 года назад

If u want 2 reduce radiant heat gain in summer , white reflective roof paint - Home depot Lowes - will help. 1 gallon covers top easily. Artic/Frost king Duct insulation foam easily stick to inside roof walls for R3 thermal break . Both inexpensive.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Very smart!!!! I love these cheap smart solutions.

@sponzie1 6 месяцев назад

The realest video ever,I like that you work with what you have,your practical arrangement, the low cost build.you showed me that I don't need a lot of money to make it Thank you❤❤❤❤❤

@FnAVanLife 2 месяца назад

They did a great job on utilizing the things they already had.

@BarryDuttonSellsHomes 3 года назад

No build / Simple builds are my fav. thing to watch on VanLife.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

That’s awesome Barry! Glad we can share this one with you ❤️

@glennhinatsu1110 3 года назад

great video. I like to see the simple practical van builds. I'm always over thinking the builds...makes it impossible and expensive. This way you get a van and start enjoying van life/camping immediately. Nice "no build build"! Thanks

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Thank you Glenn!! Plus this way you get to test out and see what you really need versus what looks cool on this internet lol

@vanlifesueuk5938 3 года назад

This is how I did my van. Everything can be pulled out if needed. My brother built me a bed base last Christmas. That's the only bit built in. I love your van.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

That is wonderful sue. Some time simple is better.

@katreilly3094 2 года назад

My van is just the bed build too!

@sparklyplumbob 3 года назад

I like these no build vans. They make it more realistic and make me actually believe that I could pull this off. A lot of builds are like actual recreations of interior homes with wood floors and just a whole lot of building which is cool- but it’s just too much for me 😭

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Totally feel you April. We just finished building one of those full house vans and oh man, was that a lot of work! I love that these two just hit the road and figured it out as they went! Very attainable - Alex

@prettybrwneyez7757 2 года назад

Agree

@paulsuprono7225 3 года назад

Milk crates, are a godsend. Using them in your van opens many doors, in construction internally ! 🇺🇸

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Nice!!! Yes they turned out amazingly and the whole set up is really perfect 👌

@rickylosse8165 3 года назад

You know the grocery store gives those crates back to the dairy companies. They leave them in the back so the delivery driver can take them to be reused 😅

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Hey Erika!!! Yes for sure this is true. I'm pretty sure they procured these without theft 😅 But I did hear once that milk crates are the most stolen item on the planet, I have no way to back up that fact haha Glad you enjoyed the tour and hope it helped you on your van life journey! We're building out our second van right now so maybe we can help you with your goals too! - xo Alex

@rickylosse8165 3 года назад

@@FnAVanLife Haha thanks for finding the humor in this. YES the tour was great. I'm currently working on beginning steps for my van life journey. I'm still trying to sell my Jeep. But, I have been watching tons of videos about it, and yours are great! Thanks for putting out that good content!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

@Erika Losse Glad to hear that you are making the leap Erika! Here is our book you will find even more information and all the details of what we did to get ready as well as living van life on the road. amzn.to/2MAN2uL - Frankie

@Toodle.Pipp001 3 года назад

Great to see a basic set up. Lovely couple, definitely made the right decision to go for the road. All the best to them 💕

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Totally Katherine - at least they got themselves out on the road.

@funkygoobermelon 2 года назад

I’ve watched dozens of Van life vids, and this might be the happiest couple I’ve ever seen. It’s refreshing to see people who worry about perfection later and are focused on the most important part: going out and doing it :)

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Aw I know!!! They are just the sweetest, we are so lucky to have met them :)

@FitnesswithMeg 3 года назад

This was so cool! They seem like a great couple!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

They are awesome! We’ve been hanging with them for the last few days and couldn’t agree with you more

@dhawkr.3678 3 года назад

Finally, with real people and truly going to be a custom slowly build with specific needs. I like the idea of trying and imagining the build on the field. Good job!!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Couldnt agree more!!! Kat and Zach really have it all figured out. They are some of the happiest vanlifers we’ve met!

@annecaulder9495 3 года назад

What a great couple! Good for them! Have fun! 🚐🐶❤️

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Right they are so nice and really give us confidence for when we have to live in a new rig with nothing in it.

@angelaratzay9034 2 месяца назад

Turn your horse shoe with the open side up, to keep in the good luck!!! Lovely couple. Great work.

@FnAVanLife 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the tip!

@janetruh7476 2 года назад

They are too cute for words! Very clever and infinitely flexible with their ability to roll with the changes. And living in the space gives them time to see what works. Thank you for sharing.

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Hey Janet! So glad you enjoyed this video and our friends ❤ we love their set up too, super ingenious and a great use of space. We'd love to share our current travels through Alaska with you. Come check out one of our recent adventures, hopefully we are cute too! Haha ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-OqVL0g1RMGI.html

@karenjohnson4433 3 года назад

This was REALLY a great video. Kat and Zach were really funny and informative at the same time. Super funny about the bed and sex. Love their inventiveness on the storage solutions. I love when you do van tours. Karen Florida

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Thank you so much Karen - we love their stories too and are so excited to share this no build build!

@VanSheGoes 2 года назад

Fun video, cool couple, happy trails

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Thank you so much She Hack! ❣

@TomtilLetsplays1987 3 года назад

Fantastic video! Loved watching it! Awesome stuff! :)

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Thank you so much!!

@DiversifiedPrepper 3 года назад

Nice.. especially for the weekends! 👊🏼🏖🚐😎

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Totally!!!!!!

@petuniaromania6294 3 года назад

I love the van, it looks organized and comfortable :)

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

They were so ingenious don't you think?! I love how they set up the place. Definitely a very good example of the no build build!

@Gerkhin Год назад

Love the philosophy of being able to change and re-arrange as you try things out. Inspiring build. Thank you!

@FnAVanLife Год назад

Yes us too!!! It's very low commitment!!

@liek5850 3 года назад

So simple but beautiful home. Adorable couple and adorable dog.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

We couldn't agree more!! Thank you so much for watching!

@arlene7057 3 года назад

FANTASTIC! 😁

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Thank you so much! So glad you like it

@Ballerina11AA Год назад

Appreciate the practicality of this😊

@FnAVanLife Год назад

Ditto!!! Get on the road fast!

@reedofurantia606 3 года назад

05 Srinter with a sailboat hatch over the bed in back was my first build.... congrats friends ...your doin' it!!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Sounds lovely!!!

@4bstowers 3 года назад

Thank you guys

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

No problem we are thankful to have met them and had the opportunity to tour their van. -Frankie

@ketoauntie7301 3 года назад

Zip-tying sturdy stacked milk crates together & then zip-tying them to the van 🚐 wall is a good idea 💡.The message tables are a good idea too, plenty of storage underneath & some you can adjust the head area to sit up at a angle. Good low-budget set-up & thank you for sharing 😊👍👍👍

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Heck yeah glad you got a lot of value from this video. Hope you continue to find more on this channel. See you in the next FnA video.

@bobfrancis1673 15 часов назад

This is awesome, I really appreciate the practical simplicity. Life's too short to spend 6 months to a year converting a van.

@FnAVanLife 13 часов назад

Right on!

@zac2325 Год назад

That is the true van life way. Nice and simple also cost affective great job

@FnAVanLife Год назад

Yess they are the champs!!!

@noahbell7767 3 года назад

12 minute in... Definitely a consideration. Exactly the reason i dont want OH cabinets above my bed😂

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Hahaha Gotta keep that headroom 😂😂😂

@donaldd.293 2 года назад

Awesome love the setup

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

We couldn't agree more! Thanks Donald :) We've got lots more van tours and great ideas for van life. Come check out some other videos. Cheers! xo Alex

@on_another_level5661 3 года назад

What a great couple! Best wishes on their journey, and their future build.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Thank you so much!!!

@sponzie1 6 месяцев назад

Love lives here❤❤❤❤❤,safe travels

@jillom6648 3 года назад

I love my fellow midwesterner’s van/process (MN here). Happy and safe travel, All🚐

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Yeahhhhh Mid West in the house!!

@vetechgrl2000 3 года назад

Milk crates! Such a great idea. Free and sturdy. Why has no one used these in an other videos. Great van guys!!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Right so glad you agree. There is so many ways to make a rig right.

@tinalaplaca6638 3 года назад

l think you guys are real cool and smart people. Great home on wheels

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Thanks Tina Im sure they would love to hear that so we will pass on the message. Don't miss the time lapse of our new van build here is the link ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-kjf4ZPsaR2w.html

@laurajphillips 3 года назад

Very practical! Very nice couple!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Couldn't agree more!

@Knightrayn Год назад

Crates are the best thing ever. Nice ideas here! I may try to go without insulation one summer and see if I really do need to tear out my conversion van interior to add insulation. I plan to only use it when temps are above freezing but summers here in the Midwest can get hot, though cooler at night.

@FnAVanLife Год назад

So true!

@jamesreck8476 3 года назад

very nice! I've already got my setup eady to go in my head, just need to get a van.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Ouuuu yeah!!!! So excited for you James!!

@angelamelville67 3 года назад

Loved their honesty, and great idea to live in the van 1st before finishing it 😀 👍

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

You are so right Angela!! We love them too and think this is such a great idea. We're putting up our second van tour of the rig we just finished this weekend. Hope you'll join us for that! xo Alex

@vgvlogs4182 Год назад

Lovely couple with great humor and seem so down to earth. I love seeing a no build like that. See you can get a van and go without spending months and months building before you get going. Just like a tent on wheels. 😅 And then finish things as you go.

@FnAVanLife Год назад

We agree!

@latonyalee7821 3 месяца назад

I love their build. I plan to keep mine as simple as possible. No building at all. I just want insulation and the smallest amount of electric possible to charge my phone and computer and the rest will look like I'm living in a tent and one wall be left expose for the most part, so I can hang magnetic shelves and that's it. oh and battery operated fairy lights everywhere.

@FnAVanLife 3 месяца назад

love that. We are glad this video helped you. Make sure to check out our adventures. They will help with yours when you hit the road.

@karolsmith7593 3 года назад

It is a great idea to live the van first and get idea to what you want ltr. Nice tour.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Right make us feel better about moving out of our and into a new one.

@Sunblock5K 5 месяцев назад

What an INSPIRING & LOVELY couple and story!!!!!❤❤❤ I love the concept of "no-build" especially, excellent simple ideas, minimalism, awesome sense of humour, heaps of experience.. and it just all works so beautiful for you guys and the pup! Wish you the absolute BEST and a lot of fun😊

@FnAVanLife 2 месяца назад

Thanks for wishing them the best of luck. They were very sweet and we enjoyed hanging out with them.

@kitaoden703 5 месяцев назад

Great video ❤🐾

@FnAVanLife 2 месяца назад

Thank you! 😊

@marciabrainard9837 2 года назад

Luv ur video. Thanks for sharing the simple easier no build, I too am a minimumlist in a Ford Connect, 4 yrs now ,much easier to change layout to suit your needs as they change...keep going, have fun, luv ur fur child.🦴🦴..stay safe

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

You are such a badass Marcia!!! 4 years on the road in a minimalist build, we love it!!! Keep rocking out in your Ford Connect. Lots of love! xo FnA

@martinengelbrecht5384 2 года назад

Beautiful couple!

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Thank you so much Martin!!!

@rosevalerio5863 3 года назад

The massage tables were my favorite part, what a great idea... happy travels!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Right seem like they give each other a happy ending 😂😂😂 . It really is cool and creative what they have done.

@stephaniedillard9706 2 года назад

That guy reminds me of my brother Jeff (5/17/73--2/12/92). Anyway, IV been looking at van life videos and I love them, and I get super excited at the thought of traveling and living in the van, but then feel let down bc I don't have any skills to build, plus I'm a cancer patient, time's a wastin'! This one has given me a new perspective and some hope bc I can do that much. I can zip tie crates together. I can put my bed in there. For sure, thank you!!!

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Rip Jeff. 🙏 2nd you can build the van how every you want it doesn't have to be fancy it's just has to work for you. As long as you are able to live your best life while you are here that is what it is all truly about. 😊 🥰 You got this!!!

@stephaniedillard9706 2 года назад

@@FnAVanLife oh my goodness, you are so kind, I truly thank you. It might take a while for me to get it done but when I do, I want you to see it! I want to do this by myself which is why it might take a while lol! I plan to take my 6 year old grandson on a trip! I will go out before then to get my system like y'all do. Maybe I should bring my drums! I'm sure everyone will love THAT 😊

@stephaniedillard9706 2 года назад

@@FnAVanLife I don't seem to be able to post pictures here. I guess I'll have to make a video!!

@deborahpelham3113 3 года назад

Brilliant use of massage table! Love your ideas. Well thought out.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Right we thought that was a great idea.

@Zeldagirl64 3 года назад

Loved this watch; great couple; new to your channel

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Welcome Kathy!!! Thanks so much for swinging by! We just released a new video I hope you'll like :) Enjoy! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-JuSAh788tfw.html

@Pilgrimdave1960 3 года назад

I love these guys!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Us too!!!!

@normaevett 3 года назад

Great find for $2500! And excellent innovation! You give me hope!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

omg I know!!!! Norma it is so hard to find a reasonably priced van these days!! We are wishing you so much luck and here's a video we made all about tips on how to find a van fast and cheap. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-lUuLNLpfVPI.html

@yoopermann7942 2 года назад

thats the kind of build i been talking about!

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Nice Yooper Mann!!! Glad we could show you a kind of van build that doesn't usually make a van tour. xo Alex

@wilddesertladiesvanlife4399 2 года назад

Too bad you guys were not coming up to Southeast Oregon. We're just outside of Nevada border we would let you use the the tools you need build your van we're getting ready to start van live next year. But we're keeping our 20 and 1/2 acre off grid Farm. What you did works. Keep up the awesome work and be safe out there Carrieann and Linda

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Thank you for the comment. I would love to know what they have done with the van since then. They were awesome people and we are thankful they shared their story with us. 😊 Also thank you for being kind.

@rodneystanden7342 2 года назад

Definitely one of the most inspirational van vids I have ever seen. so much common sense and really can do advice. Absolute love to you both and thank you very much for sharing your experiences with us. you are both such lovely down to earth people. let's hear some guitar and singing please. ROD UK

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Thank Rodney they really are amazing people and we are glad we were about to capture that for you. We do the same in our vlogs so come check out our more recent video's.

@windy1one 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

We think this is one of the best builds weve shared!

@Hobbit883 2 года назад

Wow you're the first couple talking that openly about stuff like sex in the van and what I found most interesting, better sleep which is something that my dogs and I miss for a very long time now. I'm always wondering what it is that keeps us from good sleep and I simply can't find it out so I often thought about just buying a van and trying it out 🤷🏻‍♀️ but up until now I haven't been courageous enough somehow. Something that's keeping me from doing it is the budget but I often thought about just buying a van and get started without budget just by trying to find some easy things to just put inside. So you kinda made me think about this again! So Thank you for sharing your experiences!!!

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Heck yeah Glad we can help with this video Kat and Zack are great people and show that this life is possible for any budget. Love the fact they talked about sex which can be an important topic for some. We made a video about that also. Sounds like you need to find some quite places in the wood to get that good night sleep. We are rooting for you and hope you find all the solutions you are looking for. Much love FnA

@diamondhead203 3 года назад

Great start to a nice van.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Couldn’t agree more!!!

@diamondhead203 3 года назад

FnA Van Life 👍🏻😀

@dannygrissom1 3 года назад

Love this one

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Thanks Danny!!! We do too 🤗

@maitildamcintyre9344 3 года назад

Loved that they’re trying out different floor plans and actually living in them to get just the right set up for them. I wish I had done that. Great ideas for a simple no build, build. Thanks for sharing.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Totally!!!! We tried to do it with tape on our apartment floor but it’s not the same as actually living in the space 💗

@mytrueserenity5666 Год назад

I hadn't thought about the massage table I have as a bed. Good ideas!

@FnAVanLife Год назад

Great ideas! These two know how to enjoy life!!!

@marjmilitar6716 2 года назад

No this is more like it. REAL, SIMPLE and it works. :)

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed remember life is what you make it. Everyone is going to build based on what they like and need glad you found value in this build out we did too.

@allergic2bull 2 года назад

Y'all had me sold soon as I saw the milk crates!

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Niiice! They did a great job 👏

@sherryberardino6032 3 года назад

I’m so glad you got your fur babie a sweater they need coats just let we do ,

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Totally!!! Paco has a bunch of coats lol

@DestinationsChronicles 3 года назад

Yes, test run is perfect. We are currently doing no build for traveling (but the hubby also still needs to have an empty van for work) So each trip I find, "Hmm, that doesn't work so well" or "OH, this is better!". When we finally do a full build I think the kinks will be worked out!

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Destination Chronicles that is so awesome! It's really nice to hear that you are making it work for work and fun!!! Gotta figure out the best configuration for your lives and everyone is so unique. I love it!!!

@ilooktheweb 3 года назад

for start is great to me. because if earn a little saving for time to time. just slow start to fix to build it. at the end it will show the final build but for now, it first step of creation a better build. nice video👍

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Totally!!! Build the van one step, one dollar at a time. Anyone can do it!

@CAM-fq8lv 3 месяца назад

So practical.

@FnAVanLife 3 месяца назад

100%

@philyaboots1 4 месяца назад

simple is always best because you have a van as well as a camper, win win !!

@FnAVanLife 4 месяца назад

simple is great!!

@patricatfurever4051 3 года назад

Sharing with my camper daughter! 🥰

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Awww i love it. So much better than tent camping!! Haha

@JBLynch Год назад

Massage table as a bed is actually a great idea - good, firm surface that can be padded up but still really good for your back!

@FnAVanLife Год назад

totally JB - it's perhaps the most comfortable bed!

@JBLynch Год назад

@@FnAVanLife I have a very nice Oakwood massage table that could be used in my eventual build.

@lasharonbrown9454 3 года назад

The zip tie/milk crates & coffee can storage idea is cool.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

they have so many smart ideas for storage!!! We just did a big road trip in our new van if you want to see a shake out trip and ideas on how to pass the time when you're driving a lot a miles! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-JuSAh788tfw.html

@forresttierce3868 3 года назад

My favorite van tour yet. Great job, Frankie and Alex!! Thank you Cat and Zach for inviting us into your home. We are so blessed to have been hanging out with these two amazing couples here in Flagstaff. Love you guys!! Cat, you crack me up.... Love your sense of humor. 😂

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Love you guys too!!! We were so excited to share their build to show that anyone can do vanlife! See you at breakfast 😂😂😂

@BeautyBeatdown 7 месяцев назад

I really appreciate seeing all the storage too. Like...so many actual builds in the larger vans are great and all, but there's hardly any storage! I keep thinking of doing something like this for myself but not include the bed. And use the space on the floor used for walking where I'd place like...tatami mats and a bed roll, or something, to maximize *all* space.

@FnAVanLife 7 месяцев назад

Totally agree!! This van is all function. You should go for it! The best part is you can always change it if you don't like it

@katreilly3094 2 года назад

I love this I have zip tied most my stuff and duck taped it in for now lol true van life hacks lol

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Haha you gotta work with what you've got!! As long as it's safe and not going to fly out when you break hard, you're good to go!

@sharonhorton5512 3 года назад

Need to fix that dor because of fire hazard. Can't wait to see ur final build This seems chaotic. U seem like a fun couple. Best wishes to U.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

They are amazing people we loved hanging out with them. We are excited for the day we meet back up with them.

@davidbailey4533 2 года назад

Great van great people.

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Could not agree more. 👍 😁

@thomas-ms6st 3 года назад

I agree Barry !!! where's the rest of the video??..haha. it looked like he was getting ready to say something..and all of sudden Frankie pops in and says goodbye..haha...love simply builds for life..ps Frankie ya need some ND filters for ya drone I got a set and I didn't have the brightness of the sun when u pan around and also freshens the colors out more

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

It’s in the podcast!!! anchor.fm/fnavanlife We usually share the whole long conversations about why vanlife on that forum cause it’s more of an audio experience 🤗 Smart about the drone filters especially at certain times of day!

@anniewisecarver744 7 месяцев назад

Maybe a washable rug (like a rag rug) that you can just take out and shake or clean at the laundry mat.

@FnAVanLife 7 месяцев назад

Yeah for sure that would help them out

@65plusfabulous56 2 года назад

LOVE LOVE LOVE this NO BUILD Van!!!. I think it looks fabulous and expresses your uniqueness. How does the condensation work for you on the roof/celing. Any problems with rust being that the roof is not insulated? Thanks

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

This was a tour of a friend's van. Check the description for their information if you'd like to reach out. Glad you enjoyed it. But to try to answer your question as long as the metal isn't exposed you won't have rust. What that means is you wouldn't get rust in a normal van unless you cut into the van and don't prime and paint the cut metal.

@TalkingWithBob 3 года назад

Now this is my style... 😁

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Haha yessssss Bob!!!

@luvnotvideos 3 года назад

Keep your head room by adding a "deck" on the top that provides shade to the roof. All you need is an inch or so of air gap, and the decking can be solar panels, deck boards, or even something as simple and light as thin plywood that's been weather-sealed. I have 1"x12" x 10ft boards on my roof with solar panels over that and the shade makes a big difference.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Couldn't agree more. Hopefully Kat and Zac read this one.

@buzzzub8563 2 года назад

You've got the right idea. Happy trails! Edit : I forgot to mention that you can buy a scrap piece of linoleum for a few bucks to put down on the floor instead of a sheet for easier sweeping.

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Love that idea 💡

@qianaricci8043 3 года назад

I love milk crates. So versatile. Those nice 4 gallon ones arent the ones my grocery store leaves out.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

I think you can buy them for pretty cheep or shop around at other stores. We just finished our second build and have a few ideas for your van here too: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-JuSAh788tfw.html

@ekdaufin1485 2 года назад

Nice dog bed. The woman has a great/cute sense of humor.

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Totally agree!

@gracecallowayable 2 года назад

Awesome!!!👠🚌👠

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Thank you so much Graycee!!!

@UnitedWaySB 2 года назад

Biggest bed I’ve seen in a van!

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

for real!!!! love it they are pretty tall humans. lol

@williambianchi2006 3 года назад

It is builds like this that show others how doable it is to get started with can life.

@williambianchi2006 3 года назад

Van life, not can life. (Stupid spell checker screwed me again!)

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

what we try to show case on the channel are all kinds of build from almost no money to 2000 to 5000 dollars and more expensive rvs and van. Van life is what you make it. This is our build and the time laspe we made of what it takes to build one yourself. Granted it took us 4 months and that is pretty quick in my book lol. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-kjf4ZPsaR2w.html This one is more in the middle ground of affordability. I do want to stress Alex and I only have one van of prior experience when it comes to this type of building. Previous we had 0.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

hahaha happens all the time to me.

@susanadam6094 3 года назад

When I watch van videos and they say I've spend 10 or 5 grand on my build I always think we're have you spend that amount of money .. I live in a no build and love it 🥰

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

Susan that is so awesome to hear! You're totally right, some builds just get crazy out of hand. I think people get crazy on batteries and electrical cause that shit is expensive!!!! We just finished our build and hit the road, hope you'll come along for the journey! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-JuSAh788tfw.html

@susanadam6094 3 года назад

@@FnAVanLife will do just pressed that all important button 👍

@darrellfort1668 Год назад

vanlife4ever!

@FnAVanLife Год назад

And always

@josephjuno9555 11 месяцев назад

I use magnetic usb rechargeable lights i can moce anywhere and dont need to run wire to them. Jackery 1000 and 2000 batt units, limited build Promaster HR VAN. Swivels seats add so much space! I dont have a partition

@FnAVanLife 11 месяцев назад

Smart!! those lights sound perfect and your set up sounds just right too. Glad you're loving life on the road Joseph

@petuniaromania6294 3 года назад

I don't think I'd have the dog underneath during the Winter; you might consider one of those heated pet pads or just a USB controlled heat throw, that would be just enough for her to sleep on and snuggle with on a low setting. You could probably power it through a small solar power bank.

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

smart idea!! I'm not sure if they had a little rug for him or not but they are very loving dog owners and I'm sure they would never put their pup in harms way. Plus this was filmed in the summer! Thank you so much for watching Petunia! Hope you'll come check out some of our van life adventures. We'd love to have you along for the journey. xo Alex ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-i9hIhw_hH6Y.html

@meldixon1327 2 года назад

I love your van, I would like to get a van like yours and do a no build. It may not need to be as big as yours I'm only 5-2" and it's just me and my dog. I am looking at doing this in maybe 3 to 5 years from now once I get some things paid off. I don't plan on living in my van 100%...I plan on retiring in just under 10 years and want to have the van 100% ready to go so I can take a retirement trip (not sure where yet). I love the outdoors and beach, lakes, mountains and I just want a way to see the country and it not cost me 10's of thousands of dollars to see. Happy Trails...be safe and "Enjoy the Ride" after all Life is a Journey...so enjoy the scenery.

@FnAVanLife 2 года назад

Debt free van life is the best van life!!! So smart of you Mel to take your time and make that a reality. We love your idea of an amazing retirement plan to get out on the road with your dog. It's going to be an amazing adventure! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions 😊 xo Alex

@meldixon1327 2 года назад

@@FnAVanLife Thank you, the more I research van life and traveling across the country the more excited I get. I need to look into safety tips on how to stay safe and protective devices not a gun but other things. And hopefully I will never have to use them.

@prettyastounding7924 3 года назад

They did a good job for temporary

@FnAVanLife 3 года назад

oh my gosh I know!!! They had so much fun cruising - didn't want to miss the best months of the year to travel!

@prettyastounding7924 3 года назад

@@FnAVanLife yes....they are experiencing being unapologetically free and young for a short time. When they move on to being responsible...if they want, they have plenty of time and experiences to learn from. They are excited and, at their time in life....that’s better than being a bored troll.