Oh my lawd! I'm in love with that van , WOW,JUST WOW! I wouldn't change one thing. You have a gift, for sure.

The buffalo is amazing! This whole van is a work of art, great job, enjoy.

@lolafalana3636

8 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

you have great skills with wood and crafts nice home you have

Beautiful build, you are quite the craftwoman.

I would park this bad boy right on a beach and never leave!!!! Amazing work auntie, you have always had amazing talent in just about everything.

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It was a challenge with all the curves.

Very nice build. Those back doors will open wider. I had my van for a month before I figured out there was two door stop catch positions.

Wow, I'm impressed, I have the same van except a 2018, and I don't have that kind of creativity or skill set to make mine look like this. Beautiful! You can make a rope handle

Great job! I’ve got a 2015 2500 that I built. Having a blast with it!

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Me too!

Gorgeous! and inspiring

Awesome Van! The van genre is a strange one. I always wave at fellow lifted vans and most don't even acknowledge me. But when someone is into it they really are into it.

I love everything about your van you did an amazing job sis ❤️

Artists gotta do art!! That puzzled, inlaid buffalo is just beautiful. The entire build looks super and well thought out. Your tour was nice too. You explained things well, I felt like I was right there. You have a nice, calm voice that’s easy to listen to.

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. You're right about artist. Into all kinds of art. Wish I knew how to weld though.

Well done! Beautiful build :)

@lolafalana3636

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Thanks for the tour of your amazing van build!!

What wonderfully cozy and well thought out design and build. Love the weldtech lift. Thanks for sharing and hoping for safe and happy travels.

Gorgeous,love the paneling! That buffalo counter is beautiful, such an amazing addition.

You did an amazing job on the woodwork in your arms a very good artwork on it

Great build ! I really like seeing what you have done with your van.

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

Nice job!

Great build hopefully soon I could build me one.🙂

Hi Lola, great work! This is an unusually well executed rig.

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Very nice build. Thank you for sharing you van home.

Awesome van build with a newer van, and a 454. Very nice..............I am jealous :)

Nice job , great van.

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

Best, most practical build ever! Well done!

Great work just subbed!!

wow so creative i never knew so much could be done to a can! it looks so cosy

Wow! Fantastic job!

The wood work is so gorgeous!

EXCELLENT BUILD! THIS IS THE SAME IDEA I HAVE FOR MY SOON BUILD OUT. NICE TO FINALLY SEE IT FOR REAL IN LIFE. THANK YOU! ALWAYS THUMBS UP! NEW SUB. FROM THE 641...

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Enjoy your build.

Well done I love the work you put in it be safe and have fun God bless you two

This is really nice

You did an amazing job on the build, looks great and super cozy!👍

You did a great job on your van 🚐

Love your van build; It looks so homey and comfortable. Great job.

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

I love your wood panels on the back doors!

I have the same van. You did so well !!! Congratulations !!!

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

Love the Chevy vans!

absolutely great! i love a low roof van!

I clicked quickly because I Love Lola Falana, dancer extraordinaire.

Great job and the buffalo is amazing 👍👍

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU. I love the buffalo

That's an amazing van build. Great job.

Loved seeing your Van build! Hoping to see you at TDS this year.

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Heck ya!

Very nice job you did 🐾👣✌️🌮🍺🏴‍☠️ I’m building mine to go north . Roxy has a gas heater.

Awesome build.

I love your woodworking skills!

nice job

Very nice! Awesome job! Congratulations!

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Looks nice

Very nice ☺

Your kitchen area is amazing !

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

YOU ~ ROCK ! !

Wow beautiful!

BEAUTIFUL SET UP😍😍

Those drawers in the back are brilliant ~ love all the wood work. You seem a really handy lady. Great work.😊 I really like this home on wheels & the video. P.S do you have a porta potty or similar? Safe journey

Very nice build.

vanlife4ever!

love love your van build! could you share any more info or pics to how you did the door panels? that looks wonderful!

wow beautiful job done very talented

Very nice 👍

Wish I had your skills….

LOVE this build but I gotta say the buffalo is more than amazing!!! What is your background to do all of this?

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

I'm just an average artist. Paint, draw, tattoo and started woodwork because I couldn't afford a carpenter. Built tables, benches, toyboxes, cabinets, etc, etc. Nothing extraordinary. Beginner woodwork stuff. I do like that buffalo. Glad I kept going on that. Thank you!

Wow I love your van! You are very talented artist and skilled carpenter. Love the different wood works. How long did it take you to convert the van if I may ask? Are those counter tops epoxy?

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

Took about 6 months. After work and my vacations. I sid put epoxy on the counters. I get better at the epoxy each time I try it:)

😘❤️👍

DIY at it's finest...

I like the quigley vans! Does all that wood add extra weight and use more gas or diesel when you travel?

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

I tried using thin light wood when possible. I drove the van empty before starting the build. It still has the same get up and go now. I'm sure it affected my gas mileage a little, but I don't feel a difference at all.

Log cabin on wheels

Beautiful van, whats the size of the bed snd also whats the mpg ...?? Thanks Nicky.

Kim, I am curious. With the lift of your van, is this a 4X4 conversion or RWD only? The whole build looks really nice. I think you did very well with the buffalo inlay and the bear/fish painting. Nothing to dislike. When you mention 'Westinghouse 300', is that an inverter? Power station like a 'Jackery'? Would you consider mounting solar on the roof permanently? Great build out. I may be planning on getting an Express/GMC Safari extended length like yours. Maybe with the 4.8 liter or 5.3 liter engine....maybe the Duramax diesel engine, I don't know yet. It depends on the history of reliability of the engine. I am considering a 4x4 conversion, but happy to know traction control is standard. Another good point is the availability of towing a trailer if desired or necessary as you seem to do with your motorbikes as you mention. I have a couple, but they are road bikes and planning on getting a mid '90's BMW GS with Bing carbs to get offroad with. Time to make an excel sheet of needed items for a conversion.

@lolafalana3636

8 ай бұрын

Hi. It's rwd. The Westinghouse is an inverter like the Jackery. It only runs my fans and lights. The Jackery only runs my fridge. If I were to go Full-time, I would consider solar.

@pdx650

8 ай бұрын

Thank you for replying and sharing. Happy Thanksgiving too.@@lolafalana3636

👍🏼👍🏼🇲🇽

Gosh im just thinking about how much work, $ and time I have to put in my van to make it look like that uffff im already tire 🥵

I have a 2001 Chevy Express. It's got some issues. I had given up on building it due to crazy gas prices, but I figure for the price of 1 night at a cheap motel ($100/night) I can get around 200 miles. I finished insulation and the sub floor. You have inspired me to continue with the project! And imagine I was going to switch to a minivan. How long is your bed from head to toe?

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

It seems like the insulation takes forever before getting to the good stuff.

I envy your shortness lmao.

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

Lol

Nice van! Curious what is the length of the bed from wall to wall? I am 5' 11" and curious if that design would work for me?

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

It wouldn't work for you. I'm 5'9" and it's perfect for me. If I had to do it over again, I would have went length wise so I could put my arms over my head.

Explain how you connected your fans. I’m assuming you don’t have a solar system. I really like your layout.

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

I wired it into 10foot cigarette lighter connectors (12 volt) . That way I could plug them into the Westinghouse 300 portable battery. 1st time doing that. I was surprised it worked.

Great work! Is the van 4WD, or just lifted?

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Just lifted

Did you tint those windows yourself

Hey nice job just wondering what's the wheel size and tire size combo on your van

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Method wheels with Nitto Exo Grappler 285/70/R17

@CLETrucking

2 жыл бұрын

@@lolafalana3636 thank you

How much did you spend on the build?

What is the lift? coil spacers, spindles, or both?

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

Spindles and fox shocks. Weldtec Designs did the lift. New lead springs in the rear. Rides so nice!

@andrewlove3686

2 жыл бұрын

@@lolafalana3636 cool. Looks nice weldtec is down the street from me. I'll have to stop by his shop one of these days.

How high are your cabinet tops?

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

Perfect height for when I sit on my little stool. I'll measure and let you know later.

@Xenifuse

2 жыл бұрын

That would be great. I’m building out the same van right now.

Beautiful. What size lift? . Tires and wheels. Size and offset please.

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

The lift was done by Weldtech Design. 5 inch lift. They put on new spindles and Fox shocks on all fours. New springs on the rear to handle the build weight. Method wheels. Zero offset. Nitto EXO Grappler AWT 285/70/17

@michaelwilliams7355

Жыл бұрын

@@lolafalana3636 Thank you very much! 👍 Sweet set up👍

Is that a 4wd van? Looks awesome!

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

I wish it was 4 wheel drive! Just a 5 inch lift so I hopefully won't get high centered on camping trails.

@Cowdog1

2 жыл бұрын

@@lolafalana3636 Thanks for info! Cheers!

Heyy how can I get you to help me with my express van

Gorgeous van only downside to it is that disgusting government control mask hanging from the shifter

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree!!!

Hii Can u fully stand in the van?

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

No.

what are the dimensions of your bed?

@lolafalana3636

Жыл бұрын

It's whatever a full size memory foam mattress is. I stuffed it in there without any cutting of the mattress

Can't barely hear you

I would want a shower/ potty ❤️ and ✝️🛐 s

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

We have a potty and an outside shower.

@lolafalana3636

2 жыл бұрын

I would love a tall van with all that but can't afford it.

and again no tool box=rip off mechanics--- please learn your rig and medium mechanic skills--- understand electricity- fuel and air syteme

Very nice 👍