Living In My Pickup: My Setup & Reasons 

Here is the updated build, cheers. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vKxPnrG4IRA.html

the rug really ties the room together

Well, this is weird... My name is Sam and I'm a firefighter in CA. And I stumbled on your video trying to figure out how to live out of my truck. Pretty cool to see someone in a similar situation doing exactly what I plan on doing. Good on ya man. Have fun.

Hey man, internet stranger here. Hope life is treating you well. Miss your videos! Cheers.

Beautiful Himalayas Nepal trekking Paradises Well come to Nepal 🇳🇵

Nice. I don’t think you’ll regret getting a tundra

you sound like a future CEO of a big company.....

That's a GREAT idea! You will never regret it. I'm retired Army and got rid of a house and all the crap that went with it. Now I live in a 30ft travel trailer in Ft Myers Florida. Close to the beach and fishing. Just me and my dog. Enjoy life and screw the hassle of regular life. Only two things I won't get rid of. My church and dog.

Outstanding!!! Your living the dream!!! Minimalism at its finest.

“Came custom with a cracked windshield “😂😂

I love this guy. He keeps it so real. Omg. He should be a comedian.

With all the travel you do you should vlog, dude you made 12 videos and have over 15k subs my point is very interesting content you have keep it up cheers

You don't have to worry about keeping up with me... I'm broke and watching your truck camper for the same reasons lol

Fellow FF'er here and RU-vidr. If I didn't have a family I'd be doing something pretty similar. Life is about the experiences and you are making them happen. Well done!

You're moving in your truck cause you're smart, I wish I could, happy trails.

“Boxers on the top man thongs on the bottom” love this guys lmao 🤣

I know that this is an older video and I am late to the dance, but I would be remiss if I didn't mention that putting your mattress on a flat piece of plywood will cause it to mold underneath unless you are constantly flipping it. If it's a non flippable mattress, you will still need to flip it and air it out at least once a week. That's what slats and / or box springs do to protect the mattress on the bottom

Fun, I learned a lot and enjoy your sense of dry, very dry humor.

I’m from Walnut Creek and Modesto CA, but lived in Sacramento for two years before I moved to Saint George, UT. Miss California but don’t miss the rent prices. I had a 650 sq foot apartment that was pretty much 1000 bucks a month as well. Anyways, I’ve been thinking of moving out and travel more myself. Friends and family think it’s weird and they class me as “homeless” but I see a lot of benefits out of it. Especially when I work 3 12s at the hospital.

Good work man, fellow firefighter / Paramedic in Florida. I too am contemplating transitioning into living in my SUV/Truck/RV. You’re an inspiration for sure.

A man shows us how to survive in a modern society that is corroded. Thanks for these videos.

You're on the right path. I've been married 20 years and wish l could go back to your age and start all over again. What you achieve in a month I'll never achieve in my life. I am literally a prisoner.

You’re videos are hilarious and all but I understand the underlying message that you’re always living...enjoying life and not getting caught in societies routine is such a eye opening message for someone like myself. You weren’t afraid to leave the apartment behind and start using that money for seeing the world! Keep up these vlogs man, they’re providing inspiration bro!

"My front door" made me laugh so hard

Any advice or tips for getting an entry level job in CalFire?

"I don't have any kids, atleast any that I know of..." Lord save this man

google Travis Heinz he does what you do but is not a public servant so he has to deal with the thin blue line-- i would bet the "law" leaves you alone

Good setup, man! Keeping it simple, just a place to rest and keep your belongings.

This guy is funny

You have a great mindset and one I've been thinking about for years. I think it's cool your a hose (I'm a gun) and Aggie (I was a hornet) but I agree with everything you said. Also, if you were in Sonoma this last week thanks, and we might have been met. I hope everything is working out for you and look forward to watching your other videos, Take care.

Just curious how come you didn't get a corporate job after UC Davis? What made you want to go to paramedic school? Do you regret going to UC Davis since you could of gone to paramedic school right of the bat?

I am 19 and i decided to live in truck until i am making 30k/month.....then I will invest that money to real estate and stock until I get to pay my bill with passive income

LED lighting, Lava lamp and Shag carpeting..."Oh Behave"....you need a sticker on the back window of the shell that says, "If this Chariots a Rockin , DON"T come a Knockin!!

"What's the best way to get out of your comfort zone but to move into the back of your truck and pray to God that you don't get robbed." Uh?😨🤔 Too funny!!! Keep em coming!!

Damn this dude knows how to hold cans and mugs hahaha

You are the best! I have been binge-watching your videos and know that you have by now moved into an apartment. You will be missed on this channel. You have a natural gift (great, "radio" voice) so I hope you cash in on it! All the best, sir!

Maybe drill some holes into plywood to add ventilation for bed and avoid mold.

"I'm not Married, I don't have any kids, at least none that I know of." 😭

Some film maker should do a documentary on this lifestyle. Fascinating.

Dude your vids are sick ! I wish I could do this just have a Subaru 🙃🙃😂

I wish I could meet people that have this sort of mentality where I live but I live in a very close minded town, at least at the moment... anyways, I love your content, pls upload more if ya can

I’m a firefighter,and I live in my car, but I stay in my driveway,my wife and kids live in the house that I pay for

Bravo my friend, most people are afraid to step out into their own backyard.

You're intriguing

I'm 5'10" and 200lbs too! Also, I sleep in my Yukon XL during the work week in Paso Robles, CA while my wife and kids enjoy the condo in Santa Clarita, CA.

You should be a pilot. You get to travel for a living.

I like that he switched to beer when he mentioned UC Davis. UC Davis has the best brewing science program in the country.

i look up to you🥺

Hey Sam, I randomly stumbled upon this video and am indeed glad I did. I’m currently a senior in high school as well as an explorer/cadet of almost 4 years for a combined Fire/ALS department outside of Tampa. Last summer, I took a trip to Colorado and Utah and fell in love with the area. In addition to being an explorer, I’ve found a great hobby of doing professional photo work for departments around the country of their apparatus for their websites, annual reports, etc. While in Colorado, I met many members of different departments specifically in the Denver metro and almost immediately got the thought “Man, I wonder if I could ever get on with a department out here, this place is gorgeous!” Fast forward almost three months from being there and I’m still dead set on doing everything I can to get hired out there at a good department. Moving to Colorado from Florida at a young age with career in mind would be a daunting task, especially with most departments out there requiring you to go to Medic school before hire/finish before end of probation. I suppose I could get my Certs in Florida and test for Colorado before moving there, however I have to research what carries over a bit more and make sure that would go smoothly. I know the cost of living out there is sky high (average rent close to/above 1k, lowest average around $800 from what I saw) so, I’ve considered taking my Ford Ranger out there with me and living out of it until I get stable enough to either pay rent comfortably or, as you stated, save up enough to put a down payment on a house. It is relieving to see that someone in the fire service with the unique shift schedule can live comfortably out of their truck, I’d never heard of anyone here in Florida doing this. This type of lifestyle and the changes that come with it would be hard for me to get used to but is something I’ve always wanted to do, whether that be for overland trips or just day to day living in general. Thanks for making this video! Hopefully somebody else in my position will stumble upon it too and find it helpful. Stay safe and keep the faith!

How many miles does it have?

1000$ a month😂😂😂 try living on cape cod...3000$ a month for a room!!!!

You need to invest in a solar panel on the top of the camper shell can a battery Bank under the bed and you could charge all kind of stuff

I tell people I only have three kids that I know of and it sure does get me some weird looks! LMAO

Digging the rugby ball. Greetings from SD down south! Hoping to do this when I go up for college in Montana! Keep posting!

I'm in the same situation. Best feeling not paying rent in California! Thanks for sharing ideas and experiences

I respect your ideas about keeping up with the Jones’s and wanting to spend money on experiences. I legit had the discussion about this with my wife earlier this week. Subbed

Great thanks for the tour, you have a nice place. Retired firefighter of 41 years, out.

This is awesome brother I’m going To start living out of my vehicle to save as much as possible and buy a home cash like you brother !

Hey boss ! I’ve been watching your vids for a bit, just started my truck build !

Living life on your terms. Good for you.

Ok, I like your justification for not paying rent, especially when your living most of your month in a fire station. I spent years working in the fire service and built several of my homes on days off. I hope you pick up some of other people's trash when you see it. That's what public servant should do. I do like your videos and healthy lifestyle. Keep the videos coming

At least it’s a Toyota!

Just saw your vids and I gotta day it looks pretty darn good and fun! I’m an outdoors kinda guy as well currently in SD. Rent sucks over here as well. Hope you got a new vid coming soon. Maybe a travel vid? Cheers 🤙🏼

DUDE YES. You're like the male version of me. I'm pursuing a career in wildland firefighting, and am ironically buying a truck tmrw that I'm planning on camping/living/traveling in. Awesome to see someone with the same values! Keep doin the damn thing👊 Definitely following along (in a non creepy way, I swear).

A "farm in Northern Cali" eh? Great build and greetings from Humboldt!

Living your dream! Enjoy life...especially when you’re young.

Sweet. Great minds think alike. I subscribed my internet friend. Keep the videos coming . I have the old man back as well. I will keep you in my prayers. I don't think you're crazy at all. Pure Genius. We are not held down by the Constraints of This World

Firefighting is tough eh 3 months off and probably work 24 on 48 off lol I hate hearing my firefighter friends bitch about work lol

Did you ever consider a van of some kind? Ok you answered my question in the video. Still, did you consider a van during your 29 month excursion.

Simply amazing brother. I found that I over built mine. The majority of my build was not as functional as I had planned. I will be remodeling right now I’m no longer home free, mainly due to the weather, as it is in the 25-40 degree ranger. I plan on taking the knowledge that I’ve gained to remodel and go back at it. Happy travels brother.

How can you not subscribe to this hottie, so damn smart my goodness you're so grounded I am smitten. 🤗💕Well I hope you do great ☺️one year is what you need as a RU-vidr you'll be just fine. 💞Good luck. 😘 you are so funny front door lmfao😂

I like you decided to less stuffs. What I understand the smaller the space the less things you need to have. Your space looks clean and spacious, I think is a great place to live and great idea to save so you can travel the world 🌎 thanks for sharing 👍🙏

"Boxer briefs up top, man thongs down below!" 🤣 Great vid. Role model for sure. And thank you for your service!

How do you charge your phone?

My husband went to Davis! Very cool to see a local van dweller. Thank you for sharing your adventures.

You might want to use a sports bottle instead of the hospitals urinal bottle. That way when you go to wash it out in public such as a drinking fountain people don't get all freaked out.

You have a beautiful Japanese princess waifu.

Dude I love your videos!

you know he's living in his truck when he calls his tailgate his front door haha

Good for you man because once you do get married and have kids all that s*** is over believe that

I'm about to hit the road various stops through US. Safety, what issues have you had?

I pretty much do a similar set up, I threw a little half side Thule carrier up top and throw a bunch of stuff I don't need access to all that often up top like camp chairs, bbq grill, camp tools, etc. Kinda nice to have a "garage" to keep junk in. Appreciate you sharing!

definitely something i'm considering doing, i'm thinking about trading my 05 wrangler for a pickup and doing the same thing might be fun with two dogs though ha. but how does your Toyota do on gas? i'm thinking of a smaller pickup like a ranger just because of the better mpg than id get with a dodge.

I’m 14 and I literally just came across these videos about camping in a truck and I really want to do this when I grow up

He should have a go fund me page....I'm sure a few of us would help him on that. Just an idea

Why did you start making youtube videos? I know it wasnt to make money off of it

This ia exactly how i want to be and the same exact truck . Thanks

No cooler, no stove, no water, food. No generator, inverter/converter, solar. Just a bed and drawers.

I was born in Bakersfield, Ca. 1963 Live in Porterville, Ca. Rowland Heights, Ca. Lake Elsinore, CA. Left California 20 years ago. I’ll never move back. California can kiss my Ass!

I Like your flags. I see Germany but where are the Irish?

Live frugal , save and do shit. Common sense stuff really

This guy is a stud!

A new comment for an old video. Watched all the new ones so ...

Don’t you worry about carbon dioxide buildup while sleeping in a windowless truck bed? Think about how small you truck bed is and the available air space. I’d bet after 6hrs of sleeping, you must sense the stuffyness and at 8+ hours, your losing brain cells and 10+hrs you may not wake up...

Sounds like my goals. Take me with you!

Take the windows out between the cab and bed hack the truck the next owner will probably appreciate the mod as they will probably do what you are .

Question: With this kind of lifestyle what do you do about your address and receiving mail?

Hope that trip to peru helped with that nest egg wink wink

What happened to you ?Did you move into your house ?

You making a right choice bro ..don't blame you