Sooo which van do y’all prefer? 🤔 🚐

@johngreen1823

3 жыл бұрын

Your van

@yahlifenigstein580

3 жыл бұрын

150k one

@gianvlogz7454

3 жыл бұрын

Early y'all

@jonahwatson3801

3 жыл бұрын

The 150k one

@connerlong6158

3 жыл бұрын

I love you guys you are my favretet

I think you should get the $150k van and Vlog your way through Europe...2022!?

@KaraandNate

3 жыл бұрын

👀

@sophiatirico8684

3 жыл бұрын

@@KaraandNate do ittttttttttt

@charlesincharge3404

3 жыл бұрын

About how long would it take to drive across the Atlantic?

@chuck32504

3 жыл бұрын

Start in Ireland than ferry your way to the UK than chunnel to France than from there skies the limit..

@sophiatirico8684

3 жыл бұрын

@@charlesincharge3404 very funny. they can use a boat to get across i don’t know how long it would take

Y’all are the ONLY KZread channel that I never feel the need to skip any parts of the videos. Kara’s editing is just amazing and I hope one day I find my own Nate!

@rosy1985garcia1

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!!! Been watching them for 2 years and I never need to skipped a part, I actually rewind it to make sure I didn’t miss anything lol 😂

@skkeech

3 жыл бұрын

Didn't they hire an editor?

@jureivkovic5772

3 жыл бұрын

@@rosy1985garcia1 I have been watching them forever too and dream of this life everyday lmao. They took a chance and it worked for them, wish it would work for me too 😂

@jureivkovic5772

3 жыл бұрын

@@skkeech Not yet they will though

@mannyr7997

3 жыл бұрын

Check out Bryce + Hailey. Another great channel with fun travel videos

A lot of these features could be added to your van - for example, the rear shower, the sliding window screen / shades (Those are available from Dometic - they are the OceanAir screen shades). Tank monitors are easily added with sensors that go on the outside of the tanks. Air Conditioning could be added... You can get a lot of these items at boating or camping stores. And I'm sure it could be done for less than the price delta of the two vans.

@YwhMusic

Ай бұрын

Probably all for just 10%-15% the price of the €150k van lmao...

You could take what you liked from the Revell and implement it into your van. The bed lift system is $9K, $5k for the window flares, adding more power with panels and batteries for the induction and AC Unit $2-3k, 12v AC unit $4k, legless awning $2.4k, and a bug screen like that one would be $600. It would be an extra $24k but you'd still have everything you like about your van get the things you liked about that van for still less than half the price.

@jasonscafidi1850

Жыл бұрын

The bed lift system could easily be achieved for probably under a thousand using an electric winch, shackles, and some snatch block pulleys

@dodgeplow

Жыл бұрын

@@jasonscafidi1850 definitely. No way do you need anything close to $9K

I can’t afford the $40,000 van idk why I’m watching this

@KapKen

3 жыл бұрын

You sound like me... LOL... so, we brought an RV for 6k and fixed it up. We just finished ours a couple months ago and we posted it on our channel.

@nickc8059

3 жыл бұрын

lmaooo!!!!! same famm! sammee!

@kerktam

3 жыл бұрын

I was able to buy $8k travel trailer last year and feel like i spent ton of money .$40k or $150k ? insane

@dylanjames8555

3 жыл бұрын

​@@KapKen Your content has a lot of potential! A little bit of advice to gain more viewership is to make your video titles simpler, for instance, "Living out of an RV". People also like numbers in titles (The algorithm also does as well), so mentioning for example "Fixing 6k RV" would help you out a lot!

@KapKen

3 жыл бұрын

@@dylanjames8555 That's great advice. Thank you, we will give that a try.

You know what also feels great, having not spent 100,000$ more to get to the same place

@jeremyweiner8743

3 жыл бұрын

If you get in a crash though the 150000 is designed to take a hit

@jamesshone1677

3 жыл бұрын

@@jeremyweiner8743 they are all designed to take hits? They have to pass crash tests before they are allowed on the road?

@FSB274

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesshone1677 The stock model passes a crash test but DIY is what you've built later on and those may not be the safest like someone mentioned, crashing at 80km/h and having the tiles fly from the kitchen to the front may not end well for the passenger or driver.

@frankhinojosa8956

3 жыл бұрын

Well with traveling its all about the journey not the destination

@jeremyweiner8743

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesshone1677 yeah but the after market diy mods like putting insulation and filters could make it less resistant to take hits unlike the pro one

Many of the convenience features in the Revel can also be added to a self-build so if you have the time, skill and energy, self building will get you a heck of a lot of bang for the buck. Also, if you're going to do induction cooktops, realistically you need a big lithium ferrous battery pack, lead-acid just doesn't cut it.

I think a lot more people will start van living because of the outrageous house prices

Now that you know what you're missing in your van, change it. Take the time out to really have those upgrades made. It's your home! If you are going to continue on in the van, I'd say its worth it.

@justindadswell8610

3 жыл бұрын

That was my thought as well. I love their original van, and don't like the Revel. But 90% of what they liked about the Revel could be added to theirs with minimal cost. Maybe moderate cost, since Nate doesn't seem so good with electrical stuff. Still less than the Revel by far and they can keep the extra room.

@courtneywebb6968

3 жыл бұрын

Agree! At least most of the little things can be hacked for their own van. And some of the bigger perks (the elevator bed!) are worth looking into for professional re-fitting... there's got to be a pretty good return on the investment when trying to re-sell it?

@user-jw6gi9bx8m

3 жыл бұрын

@@indiatrip1904 اوكي

@walkwithmetravel3596

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the greywater spout-relocate it to the outside edge or have a spout extension (rubber hose) that empties closer to the ground to avoid splatter.

NEVER IN MY LIFE did I think I'd watch a video that describes VANS! It's weird how much I love these people! I just sit there and watch like my friends are talking about something they are excited about 😂

@KaraandNate

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂 thanks for sticking with us!!

@anolalobo5574

3 жыл бұрын

@@KaraandNate thanks for not giving up during the pandemic! Watching you travel the country ...while I travel from the kitchen to the bedroom ...made me feel much better 😂😂😂

@beccabarnes6960

3 жыл бұрын

TRUTH 😂

@jedgeorge3485

3 жыл бұрын

same, not intenting to buy or ride but here I am watching till the end like they're talking about my van. :))

@markrobertdevison1227

2 жыл бұрын

You and I, both . I just sat and watched the entire thing, and I'm not sure why. I'm not one to live in a van or a full size rv. I prefer hotels or either of my houses.

Fun fact they say van 53 times in this video

Honestly, a lot of the pro features you could install yourself on your existing sprinter van for around $20 or less, I think. For example, you could install an overflow valve to the top of the water tank under the van, and you could add a side-door for the toilet, emptying, and you could use a folding table, and you could either add zippers to the existing bug net or buy a new one with zippers already on, and you could move the manual valve of the water tank to closer to the outside of the vehicle, so you could more easily reach to open or close it, and add sturdier cup holders, and buy or build a table which you can use on the bed (maybe even connecting it with the frame of the vehicle, to not knock it down by accident), add more seatbelts, use a slab of wood to cover the sink to have it usable as table space, add safety locks for the fridge and for shelves, add a folding door to your bathroom, and please add a wind turbine to your vehicle (you would be surprised how useful it is, especially in windy areas, and there are portable and foldable versions).

@Syberz

2 жыл бұрын

I'm with you, I just don't see the extra 120k of value over their van. The van used as a base is already over 60k (70k?) and most of the convenience items are easily DIY projects that cost at most a couple thousand in total. Big downside is that a lot of the really cool stuff you can't even use unless you're plugged in.

@Dani-it5sy

2 жыл бұрын

That opening valve of the grey water tank is the only think I think is really bad on their van. Everything else is mint. But that valve is way to small and why would one build it so you need to lay on the ground to open it ? So much room for improvement there. But like I said. Otherwise perfect build 👌

@raspy1135

2 жыл бұрын

@@Syberz he should of gotten the newer ones that have mad luxury shit inside feels those you can get for 170k-200k and it looks way better inside than this hunk of junk

@justcommenting4981

2 жыл бұрын

What? Have you added a wind turbine? Tell me about this please.

@busman7228

2 жыл бұрын

Nice language

“Magical tank cleaning gods”....... “That’s Nate” 😂😂😂😂😂 Favorite KZread couple right here 😊

@brotherdj777

3 жыл бұрын

How do I get to heaven? Will my good deeds be measured against my bad deeds? Do I need to be a good person to go to heaven? How do I know if I'm good enough? Well the bible says no man is good, for all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. So how do we get to heaven? Answer: By believing on Jesus Christ who took the punishment for our sin on the cross. There are no amount of good works we can do to achieve salvation because salvation is a free gift of God. We need to humble ourselves, realize we are sinners and that we need a savior. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave his only son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

@reganegbers2052

3 жыл бұрын

@@brotherdj777 ty for that! 😊

@howardhershkovich9615

3 жыл бұрын

Same

@mia93

3 жыл бұрын

@@brotherdj777 ❤️❤️❤️

I love your van! It has so many more windows. I especially like how the bed/table area has windows all the ways around so you can really see the beauty around you. These van videos make me nostalgic for the days when I was growing up and our family had an RV.

The expensive van certainly has some great thought through features. For my personal preference its packed with too much thenological luxury but there certainly are a few things worth considering when building your own van.

One thing to consider: I've seen DIY conversion vans with essentially house cabinets and tile, which are not designed for 60mph collisions and they disintegrate into a flying cloud of razor sharp debris, often riddled with nails. The 150k sprinter is probably better designed for impact given the molded/recessed integration, but that also assumes everything is stowed properly, too.

@GregScavezze

3 жыл бұрын

This is what I came here to say. Not only the safety aspect, but MPG in a purpose built van with lighter materials is going to be better. Tile and real wood cabinets, etc. weigh A LOT and some materials (like tile) aren't built to take the bumping shaking, that is why they use linoleum or vinyl in trailers, etc.

@SaschaN

3 жыл бұрын

I work for a car company and know some guys who have to test the splitter effects of cherry wood and other expensive woods in the cockpit with crash tests and so on (yes we sell expensive cars). But I think the most custom build Vans have another travel to stay ratio than professional caravans like shown in this video. If you are able to buy such a van, I think you don't need to live in it.

@johnsmith1474

3 жыл бұрын

Poor focus.

@doctorcocknshaft

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I saw the tile in their diy van and could only think about how it would turn into shrapnel if they got in an accident.

"Gives you just enough room to mount the bed horizontally"... Yeah, I hate those vertical beds.

@larryrobertson2150

3 жыл бұрын

LoL

@matthewk6731

3 жыл бұрын

Be the Borg.

@susanshaver912

2 жыл бұрын

Haha - I needed a laugh:)

@juniorsamples623

2 жыл бұрын

I can't sleep in those vertical beds.

@gabif7

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah bruv, i hate sleeping on my vertical bed held in place by tape

My husband and I luv to watch your adventures.No offense to others but you explain everything without exaggeration.It’s fun and not boring.Now that we are retired,we are getting a lot of ideas from you,We love to travel but it’s more hassle flying and checking in and checking out in hotels.Thank you

Buying someone else’s "home made" van would concern me after seeing all the videos on other channels and seeing half-built projects for sale. We have updated several older rv’s over the decades and that was very satisfying - making the rv more functional & personal. And a BIG yes to your editing. Really enjoy the balance of information, scenery, reviews, humour, bloopers, flow and pace. 👍👍👍👍👍

Save your money. The van you two built is one of the nicest I've ever seen. You can always swap out the toilet, stove, etc. for ones you like better, but you'll still have a much more workable floorplan, including a bathroom that was actually built to accommodate a human being.

You are comparing oranges with apples. Your van is a DiY/"home made" and this 150k van is manufactured by profesionals. You can upgrade your van for less than 150k

@endearingjourney

3 жыл бұрын

THIS!

@Jacob-zv7xw

3 жыл бұрын

apples to oranges*

@MadalinaPVilcu

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jacob-zv7xw in Romania we say different but it is ok either

@Sophiehern

3 жыл бұрын

@@MadalinaPVilcu i woulda said oranges and apples so ig its a personal preference

@randommemories5472

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

One small thing I love is the big roll down blind at the back. That’s so much easier than individual blinds

The retractable bed would be a great addition but hopefully you wouldn’t have to sacrifice the size of the bed, definitely like the interior look of your van though! Nice work!!

I think it would still cost less when you upgrade your van with all the features you wanted from the rented van, no?

@MadalinaPVilcu

3 жыл бұрын

I feel the same🤔

@donfisher8248

3 жыл бұрын

Has Montana plates?

@drduplessie

3 жыл бұрын

@@donfisher8248 less to register I believe

@randommemories5472

3 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@bingesquad1

3 жыл бұрын

Their van is bigger as well, which could easily fit all these new features from the rented van.

"There's nowhere to hang this shower" *Immediately closes other door and reveals ladder with many places and multiple heights to hang a shower*

@chantelrodgers7500

3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@chloegrace3793

3 жыл бұрын

@@richtee3470 😂

I'm planning to build one myself, so it's quite good to watch these kinds of vids of things I must try to put in the van

@churro8998

2 жыл бұрын

Welp good luck

Just install a Murphy bed that you can easily pull down on the sofa, after laying down the rests, and push up, tucking it out of sight. And that solves your bedroom problems.

I was going to come off 75K for the one I finally decided I wanted. Then I came across a "1 year in my van" video where the guy said if he had to do it all over again he'd just buy the van and head to Walmart for an air mattress and start from there. He said he paid so much for things he never uses. I took his advice and now 2 years in my DIY van he was so right. What I thought I'd need and what I actually needed were so different that I can't see me not being in the same boat as the video guy. My total van cost was 21k vs 75k. But the drop down bed is bad to the bone!!!

We loved being able to just push a button and watch the bed disappear up when we hired a van to drive around Europe. So satisfying and the driver’s seats swivelling round to make extra seating is such a bonus! Love the outside options on this van, looks so user friendly😍

@meganrosbury3504

3 жыл бұрын

What company did you use to do that? I’m curious for my vacation but concerned about cost

@TideKnotTravellers

3 жыл бұрын

@@meganrosbury3504 we booked it with a company called Just Go. They’re in England but we collected the van in Tuscany then drove it back through 10 European countries and back to England. It was a brand new van and very affordable as we were delivering their new van to them. Highly recommend😊

@xhafts

3 жыл бұрын

No one cares about europe we are not in the 1600s 🤣🤣🤣🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

@quanbrooklynkid7776

3 жыл бұрын

@@xhafts damn

That second bed in the Revel is not a second bed. It's just your imagined jimmy-rig. It won't work.

@curious1366

2 жыл бұрын

Good point. But now I'm curious... what is that jiggly thing supposed to be?

I love that I only spent 6k and I’m doing the exact same stuff

@nells_productions

3 жыл бұрын

Omg how? I need to know 😂

@cayden114

3 жыл бұрын

@@nells_productions don’t get a big sprinter or transit, buy an older van that still runs well, sacrifice the head room and come to terms with having to stand on your knees when you’re in the van, don’t expect anything fancy like a composting toilet or shower, use as many salvaged materials as possible

@votesudanusa

3 жыл бұрын

@Tom Evers I'd never consider hyundai a car. That cheap pos

@kaisap1291

3 жыл бұрын

@@votesudanusa Would never consider Ferrari, overpriced gas guzzler 😂. And not pinnacle of light engineering

@danwilson8390

3 жыл бұрын

I just want a vw t3! But then again I've got a hyundia lol

I'm glad to be early. This is the only channel that makes me scream in excitement when i get a notification from them.

@KaraandNate

3 жыл бұрын

🎉😊👏🏻

@chrisd8783

3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@samya.s

3 жыл бұрын

Kara and Nate awwww ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@jessvanny4037

3 жыл бұрын

Same here.... K&N 4eva!!

@starrgamer13

3 жыл бұрын

For me, this is the ONLY channel I have push notifications turned on!!

Great video... thanks. I've never had a van, period, but plan to get one $40K or less in a year or two. I don't think the $100K vans are any better than a well-planned van build. I also liked seeing the comparison between the Nature's Head and the cassette toilets. I think the Nature's Head is gross to empty - yuck, don't want to deal with that at all. I'm planning to build a plain box with a Home Depot bucket, trash bag, and use coco coir or some natural product to prevent odors. Much easier to throw in the trash at a gas station or store.

Thank you, this post was very informative. I’m on the cusp of choosing between a house or van life so knowing some of the pro’s and con’s before I start is a lifesaver. In the last few months I’ve watched hundreds of van conversion posts on KZread and you guys are the first to mention having a safe for all the expensive electrics and valuables, it’s should’ve been obvious but as a pre-newbie it hadn’t crossed my mind!! Do you or have you thought of putting an Ebook on how to convert vans? Thank you and I’ve subscribed.x

@stellad4583

Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Like they could patent and then license their storage safe idea with Mercedes Benz or Winnebago or Airstream. And I second the tips ebook.

"You can sleep comfortably in this bed if you are less than 6 ft tall" Me: *Sad 6ft tall noises*

@cristiana23ish

3 жыл бұрын

Me: happy 5ft1 small noises

@eoinandg946

3 жыл бұрын

Same

@markscarisbrick4833

3 жыл бұрын

It's fine up to 6 3 or so.

@seeyafornow2642

3 жыл бұрын

laughs in 5ft

@giselle8931

3 жыл бұрын

sighs in 4’11 lol

Great video! You might also mention that the Revel is a 4-season RV with insulation all around, and dual pane windows in the back, as well as the diesel fueld hydronic heater / heating system

First time viewing the channel. One thing you can gain from this is taking those things you liked about the rental and incorporating them into your van. Look forward to viewing more of your content.

Honestly, I prefer mine not so fancy, but I built it with a lot of the practicality in mind. Great video!

Basic necessities for my daily life : Food Sleep Kara and Nate

@KaraandNate

3 жыл бұрын

+coffee 😁

@TravelwithNJSteveandSue

3 жыл бұрын

@@KaraandNate Yes!! That is how we start our day too!!

@Accolaidia777

3 жыл бұрын

Coffee needs to be listed

@samya.s

3 жыл бұрын

❤️☕️❤️

@traolachriordan4743

3 жыл бұрын

...@@KaraandNate I know Kara replied to Anthony Nohra

Sure the fancier one is nicer, but aside from the 4 wheel drive, it is about $25k nicer. A lot of the things you liked could easily be retro fit onto your van pretty easily.

I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living. I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc. People need to know what up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living. I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself. Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this. I feel that you , and others KZreadrs sharing this with your viewers will is very helpful. I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors. I shared this with another traveler as I watched their KZread channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others. Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety items That may help you or others in your viewing audience. Although, you may have knowledge of this, I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone. *Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle. You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage Do your research for the best fit for you Carry Several Extra portable phone chargers, and cables. *Mini portable power charging station. I have seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, this may be very useful to have, to power your devices. *Cellular booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost your cell reception, Research to see what you prefer. *Very Inportant: Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location. There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating or camping situations. *Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts and location updates that can be sent to your family and emergency first responders. You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you. *Mini portable vehicle battery charger-( portable vehicle battery jumper cables ) *Vehicle Jumper cables Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly. Exterior vehicle cameras Interior vehicle cameras *Flashlights or pluggin spotlights *Portable spotlights and lanterns Keep a few whistles around your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console *A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies. Use your own discretion regarding the use of any weapons. Don’t forget to bring Bear Spray Pepper spray Where is allowed Although, I just noticed your KZread channel, and other similar channels. You seem Very Aware of your surroundings and Alert, and you may be aware of many of these suggestions, however, I Don’t know, so I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions. Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions. Keep your vehicle gas filled Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle too close to Empty. Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time and headache later on. Keep Enjoying Yourself, Keep Enjoying the outdoors and Nature Just..Please continue Be Positive, Safe, and Alert.. Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All. God Bless You, and everyone Traveling, or living in their vehicles. Be Safe... Author Advocate for Humanity, Safety Advocate Jason Sandifer, Michigan 10/01/2022, 10/02/2022

Thanks again Nate and Kara for taking our revel out. We'd love to have you back to check out the 2022 version which is a little better :)

Now spend $110,000.00 on your van and see what you can do with it!

@usersetupsacct2751

3 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking the same thing. A DYI converted van vs purpose factory built will 99% always be better. Like you said, spend the difference on their van and have it done by professionals will make the rented factory built one look like childs-play and will be to their exact liking. Just saying, no brainer imo.

@Hi-mf3dd

3 жыл бұрын

They can do that to a school van.

@greek9244

3 жыл бұрын

@@Hi-mf3dd School van?

@Wearenotmoons

2 жыл бұрын

This is a good idea but if they dont want to spend that much i suggest seeing what you could spend!

@estella1779

2 жыл бұрын

@@greek9244 I think they mean school bus

Overprice camper on wheels. Your van definitely needs some upgrades. But for 40,000 that's a good starting point. I would highly recommend upgrading your electrical. A decent Carpenter could fix all your drawers in the van in a day.

@germedia4369

3 жыл бұрын

in europe, you can get a simular camper made by Hymer at 80k-100k €, and in my opinion, the hymer one is made a litle bit better, the table is a bit bigger, the bed gots springs, you have more storage and it feels a bit larger at the inside too. of course, 80 to 100k€ isnt cheap, but a big different to 150k$. its called the hymer canyon s 4x4

So glad I found your channel and this is great information. Kara and Nate, you both have a fun, real happy vibe. Looking forward to seeing more videos and info.

Guys it must be difficult to have to CONSTANTLY come up with content to keep us entertained. This was a great video.

You could also upgrade your own van to nearly the same spec. I'm sure you could get some sponsors on board!

@brotherdj777

3 жыл бұрын

Jesus took the fall for all of mankind. He will save you, if you would just cry out to Him. Call upon His name today. Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved

@tombreen7927

3 жыл бұрын

@@brotherdj777 will he fix my monitor screen that I broke last night??.not bloody likely

@brotherdj777

3 жыл бұрын

@@tombreen7927 He will save your soul from hell fire, does that mean anything to you?

@tombreen7927

3 жыл бұрын

@@brotherdj777 nope ..were already living in hell

@brotherdj777

3 жыл бұрын

@@tombreen7927 if you think this life is hell then you have another thing coming if you get to the real hell.

Very Insightful review...esp since you have had that long term experience. I would go with a custom van, though more sweat eq in it, you get what you need.

i thought a cubicle or shower curtain was going to come out of the back door somewhere for the shower. A showerhead holder would have been so easy to do

Yes, the $150k van is nice with some really useful features (many of which you could fit into your van too, if you wanted to), but there is one thing that a professionally build custom van like this can't offer. The satisfaction of building your own van, of being able to say, "I made this with my own hands"! There is something special in living in a van that you've build from scratch. 😉

@ericdraven7185

2 жыл бұрын

I’d rather have a professionally built van to my specifications and have it done right than attempt to do it myself half ass.

@JensGraikowski

2 жыл бұрын

That's the beauty of custom build vans, @@ericdraven7185. Everybody can do it the way they like. Depending on your needs, specifications, know-how (there are plenty of people out there who have the knowledge and expertise to build their own van to more than half-assed quality) and budget you design it, build it yourself, have it built, whatever fits your personal needs. 👍🏽😉 Out of interest. Did you have your van built? How much did it cost? Did you like how it turned out? 🙂

@tuxievous420

Жыл бұрын

@@JensGraikowski I’d rather Mercedes built mine and plug n play you can easily roll around and scoop and drop off hookers/college girls as needed. Basically you can even make a porn studio in there so it can be a business tax write off at the end of the year

@markrenfrow9873

Жыл бұрын

@@JensGraikowski We've built a '09 chevy shuttle bus, Serenity, over a 4 year period, Water/food/solar and generator good for a week of boondocking. 24,000 miles so far. With latest engine repairs 17,000$ invested. Yeah, it's nice to say "We built this." Mini split heat pump works off inverter too, long as the sun shines.

@kalef1234

Жыл бұрын

I agree...buying one for 200K is like showing off that you;'re either very wealthy or a financial CUCK

A 170 version able to run off the “Volta” electric system would seal the deal for ya...

Nothing like a nice cold brisk winter morning shower

I have a Itasca 2015 23ft Winny RV and WE love it! You can park in an oversize spot or a normal spot on the perimeter HAs a pull out couch Bed, Frig, stove, Microwave and a Bathroom with 2 slide outs it's roomie and comfortable! This was all for around 80k new! We drive it on 3-4 hr trips when we aren't camping. Just for conscience and bathroom.

Hi guys! A couple tips if youre still in the revel or considering it for future trips:) (3) if you get a revel after 2020, you can use the AC anywhere without plugging in due to the lithium vs old AGM batteries (2) Induction stove do run the battery low, but since the van has an alternator that charges the battery when the car is on, you can cook as LONG as you want if you turn the car on while cooking! (1) the couch bed won’t be wobbly if the seat (not the back) cushion is moved to the leg portion of the bed as it has a metal insert to stabilize it. I love my revel so just wanted to share the love. Its a magically little box with all your problems answered, adventure on!

@michaelhartley11

2 жыл бұрын

not convinced re AC running from Lithium. I have 200Ah Lithium and a 3kw inverter but the draw on startup from my Truma AC unit is too high. i have gas cooker but also have a portable induction from Amazon that works well takes about 5% to boil kettle but super fast. I also have the electric bed but we have bench seating setup as per their own van. these seats convert to beds also if needed. based on Fiat Ducato as we couldnt afford a Sprinter.

Yessss! I've been in bed with covid since Friday, this is such a good way to forget all about that for a while!

@KaraandNate

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you feel better sooooon!

@markonofre1300

3 жыл бұрын

Whoa!!Get well soonest!i’m a survivor as well.everything will be fine.🙂🙏🏼

@NJ-Cathie

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!!!

@jedgeorge3485

3 жыл бұрын

Take good care of you, good food and enough sleep and stay in touch with your doctor. ^^ Hugs! Get well soon!

Omg the windows on the rebel are fire ! That whole van is actually extremely well thought out I must say.

Thank you for the information. I was a truck driver, I had to constantly manage my portable toilet and always had to have water on hand, it was a daunting task... One thing I have noticed no one is talking about is, {1}. where do you go to re-fill your water tanks? empty the used water from the sink/shower, {2}. How/where do you campers clean your portable toilet? {3}. You made a really good point about parking, yes, you cannot park just anywhere & while the van life community has become more popular now, most jurisdictions have made it much more difficult to park overnight. {4}. the solar panels are great but a nuisance at the same time days you have no power and {5}. you do have to worry about low doses of radiation that a lot of the equipment omits as well as the propane.

In Europe for 100k you’ll get a 7+ meter long full integrated camper with separate shower and toilet.

@rogerk2049

3 жыл бұрын

It's hard to drive to.🎓

@jaeger.5045

3 жыл бұрын

@@rogerk2049 Crossing the Atlantic with a little raft shouldn’t be a problem 😂

@canallacanal

2 жыл бұрын

Thats true! Im from Spain and here you can buy a brand new 7 meter long Camper, made by professional people by ~55.000€ (about 65-70.000$). And the Fiat Ducato can also fit a 6ft bed across the backside. Best wishes! 😊

@bindingcurve

2 жыл бұрын

@@canallacanal look up class C in the US. They are far cheaper than a Class B

Great Video - My daughter and her husband are building their Transit conversion, as we speak. I thought your "errors" were valuable to the story, and the idea that you still like your van best is fab! I like your van best, too.

2:55, Nate finally got what he wanted!! So happy for yous

Awesome video, appreciated the thorough look on these 2 vans. Subscribed.

A lot of the pros you outlined in the 150k van could've been accomplished in your build with a little bit of forethought.

@nateh6904

2 жыл бұрын

And an extra hundred thousand dollars

@GeraldMMonroe

2 жыл бұрын

@@nateh6904 That motorized bed is $2k. The sewage system could be rejiggered. Air conditioning would cost another 2-4k. They could probably add the major advantages for 10k more spent.

@karaleigh_eva

2 жыл бұрын

I never even considered built in window covers but oml I love that idea. If it’s not too difficult I’d love to incorporate that

@maddogmaz1576

2 жыл бұрын

@@GeraldMMonroe Less than 1k for the AC

I’ve been waiting ALL WEEK for this video! AAHHHH! I love it!❤️

U guys are super good. Best video so far about van life. Good rhythm, fun, keep it up

You two look like you are so much fun. I have watched a few of your recent videos, and this may be the first KZread channel I want to go back and watch from the beginning. While you have "bloops" at the end, I love how you leave some scattered throughout the videos. It's a much more natural and fun feel than so many more generic van tour videos.

@seeexy

2 жыл бұрын

yeah agreed

If you stay domestic, I have always thought you should do an RV. If you are only doing it until COVID is over, you are good. Your safety has come to mind so many times.

Living in a van full time, you guys deserve all of these things in the van. I just feel like with a little diy help from Nates father you could have all of these things for around 5k.

One big plus with a DIY van is you can leave out things you will never use. For me I do not camp when it is cold enough to need a heater. But I do tend to camp when it is hot so AC is a plus. An advantage to commercial vans is they have fitted lightweight plastic liners that save a lot of weight over wood panels, saves a lot of fuel and improves handling. Commercial vans are turn key and go.

I think the most interesting about their van is the 4x4 ! So useful in some areas in the states. I also love the way to empty the toilet and the easy access to water and the mosquito protection but I would prefer your van on 4x4 wheels lol

Great video, as usual! I love that you are so real about everything (like the black water). We prefer our truck camper for the drawbacks you point out with either vans. Have to pass on that when I tell my wife about one of your videos I preface it by saying, "They are the couple that got on the wrong bus at Taksim Square in Istanbul." We did it and can't understand because the buses were so well marked. BUT, we have made other mistakes on our travels! Keep up the good work!!!!!

In the back, you can put a bench and a convertible table for when you have more people around.

@parthmistry9033

3 жыл бұрын

Imagine having the older van and having to disassemble the table and then assemble the bed before you can do it comfortably.

I need a revel . I love this van , great 4x4 for commuting to work . Easily livable for any reason for a small time in my case . It's perfect it's just perfect.

You guys are too funny! Love that you leave in your bloopers. I will be starting my trip touring China in an RV in March. Will be camping, Cycling and cooking throughout China and documenting my journey on KZread and several other platforms.

I love this channel sooo much! Kara and Nate are the only people that i sit through adverts for xx

Seriously love you guys so much! The safe and charging system in your van is genius!

Desperately need something like this! This looks like the way to go in the future, especially here in Toronto, things here are ridiculous...

I decided to go with a truck and camper and mine cost me around 60K. First I bought a brand new Toyota Tacoma 38k and added E rated tires and airbags on the suspension. And yes that was extra cost. For my camper I bought a Kimbo camper from Bellingham Washington. It cost me around 21k. This was 2019. The camper weighed about 950 pounds and I had them put in a propane heater and solar panel and I bought my own solar battery by inergy. I can go many more places the van cannot go and I didn’t spend 150 K.

I just love how Nate said spray your feet off and accidentally sprayed himself.😂😂

Interesting, We are still in the process of stripping and converting a van. One of the things that I have constantly wondered is why people use so much material to construct storage and shrink their storage capabilities? Why so much is constructed with boards and at least half an inch of thickness? Pull out pantry seems legit and canvas folding ceiling cubbies and cloth or canvas closet would constitute less weight and bulk. Toilet/Shower that is open and usable as a seat until it needs other uses (you don't use it anyway, for the most part. A table that was lockable and angle spring loaded to raise and lower would alleviate your reluctance to restore it to multiple use. So, for my liking, after living in a mobile home my entire youth, RVing, camping, and military I've become very utilitarian and bulk aware. I'm going to attempt to record my experience and present it when I can. Thanks for your video.

@SapioiT

2 жыл бұрын

Now you have made me really curious how such a setup would look and how much it would cost (in money and space), and I'm sad that you don't already have a video about it.

@bruceleealmighty

2 жыл бұрын

@@SapioiT CoVid

Thank you for the detailed comparison!

To think a fully loaded Denali could reach 80 grand just to get point A to point B in style ,that revel would be my choice in a heartbeat if I had the cash to throw down,thanks for the review guys!

ive been here since 50k, glad to see you two getting to where you deserve!!

They put a lot of convenience in the Revel, but not more functionality for $100,000 more. Although the toilet set up in the Revel way better. And I love, love the roominess of your van verses the the revel, cause at 6’3” their bed and table size are deal killers. Fun comparison, great video.

Owning an RV is amazing. Yes there are problems, but I simply love my Airstream. So yeah, I get that Kara and Nate love theirs. Because we all want something unique. I've seen an RV designed for rough off roading. How cool is that? Great video and this is a great reminder that you don't need every gadget, the most expensive of anything to have some serious fun. Great video guys.

I definitely like the upgraded van because of all the extra functions and additions but I m not sure the extra price is worth it.

I miss seeing you guys wake up and start your day with coffee! 😞

Having “run out of Netflix”; we were so happy to discover your channel! I started watching from the beginning and my son (age 10) quickly got hooked. It’s so fun to have something to watch that we both enjoy! He loves to travel and eat food. He said once COVID is over he’s going to start making travel vlogs just like y’all! We have so many airline credits from things that got canceled in 2020 that I think he just might make his dreams come true ha.

Love the content! Keep up the good work!

I always like watching your videos! Thanks for sharing this.

I literally couldn’t wait to click this video. I love y’all and your content so much! Thank you for keeping my travel bug tamed amidst this pandemic

Your videos always make me happy no matter what! Thanks guys for all those videos!

@KaraandNate

3 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻

Love the van. I love watching you guys on your travels around the world

I love your videos! They make me so happy !!

You guys on trending 17!!!!

I love how every feature is worth one point... except for the "our van has more storage" part, it's 3 points in a row 😂😂😂

The rich doesn't have two heads rather the poor have no proper information to multiply their income. Investment is the key, it has always worked for me and it can still work for you if you have the right information.

@robertzajac8234

2 жыл бұрын

Good piece 👏

@danchilton1763

2 жыл бұрын

Investing is a preliminary decision to be made for the future. If you see this and you don't have an investment, plan to have one, Advise you don't get much. We go to college, university to earn money, but they never teach.

@valeriecastillo7799

2 жыл бұрын

@Evelyn ..... what works for you ?

@lucafranco5622

2 жыл бұрын

Good investment brings a good satisfaction, good write up.

@luiscamacho1981

2 жыл бұрын

@Evelyn C I'm impressed, your kids will be proud to have a great mom .

Very good video comparing the two vans! Enjoyed & learned from it.

I love the old van🚐....it has got home vibes ❤️

to be honest, I like your van and the layout of everything much much more!