I must say young lady, you have done an incredible job! I have done carpentry, plumbing and electrical and every aspect of building in my lifetime. It's amazing to watch you do the work you have done, and no doubt an amazing task. I applaud you for the way you did this build, the jigs, etc, that you used was enjoyable to watch! I pray you have a blessed and long life and enjoy your partner there. Many happy trails to you! Stay safe and may God bless you! Thank you, and for the enjoyable music you did with the video! Awesome job!

@ballerballa9122

2 жыл бұрын

She’s a seasoned pro the girl knows her stuff, no experience a bit deceiving lol

@hamodyh.m8083

2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️

@limandy7102

2 жыл бұрын

@@ballerballa9122 I do agree… those things she used are not friendly user especially to someone that has NO experience 😂

@Lopy.ca_podcast

Жыл бұрын

So sweet of you to say that. We need more people like you in this world. Encouraging and supporting people feels like sunshine! 🌞

@ryanwhite4770

7 ай бұрын

Dude I'm an engineer I can build anything first time. I have many times. It's only hard if you are a scared

Whatever sense of pride you're feeling over this accomplishment...it's well deserved. DIYers rule the world!!👍

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much :)

@ryanwhite4770

7 ай бұрын

you can say that again. I watch this most mornings and sometimes at brunch, Lunch and bedtime too.

Look at Linnea - building her van by herself like a boss - way to go!!!!

I'm a grown man in the middle of doing my own van conversion and you brought a tear to my eye because I know fully well the effort and motivation required to do the van conversion. All I can say is well done and "Go you Good Girl"! Inspirational effort...

@ryanwhite4770

7 ай бұрын

You should give her a call.....she know's her stuff

Young lady, you give this old man hope. Hope that our younger generation will take risks, learn new things, and seek out adventure. Great job! 👍🏻You should be very proud of yourself!

@ryanwhite4770

7 ай бұрын

You can say that again. I'm so revved up right now - I can't wait to get my hands on some decent Outdoorsy High Octane but Chilled - Free, Fun......

Thanks for re-releasing this video. You are simply unstoppable ! Remember your creator and all He has given you. You prove we are all more than we seem to be. Thanks again.

I watched every episode. We need more people like you in this world

@zackhod8661

2 жыл бұрын

Don’t u mean more women 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🤣

@ryanwhite4770

7 ай бұрын

I watch them all the time. Literally

HOME is where the HEART is! You put every ounce of your heart into your new home. I'm 52 with a plethora of health issues but have dreamed of my own van build. Hopefully this summer I will see it through. You are an inspiration.

You are a very inspiring person. Thanks for all you do and share 🤍

@NEWYORKERhector1

2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe guyssssss that you were here in the page I didn't see you from so long I working alot in my recordings and I can see to much I love you guys !!! GOD bless you big !!!!! From NJ to you guys !!!!Elsa and Aqua-Man Barron hahahaha you go guys PS: also I'm a Musician composer and us a musician and artist I use bracelets I love the one that you do it girl !!!

I honestly got teary watching this.. I'm a solo woman about to buy a van and start my conversion and I remember ages ago watching your max fan install video, way before I was serious about it, and thinking, maybe I can do it! You have done such a great job, you should be so proud. I wish you many years of happiness and enjoyment with your van! xx

I always told my parents growing up that I want to travel the country in a home on wheels. They always looked at me like I was crazy. And I told my Dad that when the day comes he will be helping me with my build. He passed away this year and this dream has been drifting away. I still want to do it but I’m scared to do it alone. But this gives me hope. I hope I can do it as great as yours one day. Your video brought happiness to me.

@ggthealchemist1881

Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your Father but you should still accomplish your dream. Your Dad will always be with you ❤

Young Lady! I know how proud your Mom must be of you. I don’t know you and you make me so proud!! You did such a great job. I pray God give you many years of enjoyment with your build and Akela. God Bless you and May he keep you guys safe at all times.

I love you! Thank you for showing women that we can do anything even with no experience. Such Insightful, poetic & inspiring . I keep rewatching your videos 💕

Thank you so much for sharing your journey. At 33 I’m going through a bit of a rebirth after some tragedy and things not going as planned. I appreciate you being brave enough to put yourself out there and also being an inspiration to those around you. Your authenticity is such blessing. Sending you an Akela love and best wishes as y’all continue your journey. Also your build is freaking awesome 👏🏻

A campervan, a dog, a beautiful view.. they were perfect combination

Impressive. The build, the film and score. Very talented individual with a deep inner strength and discipline. Congratulations…. The Future is Bright.😊

Very impressive, always remember what you accomplished and hold onto it when you feel the urge to settle for something, this isn't a peak, it's a start. You have such an amazing life ahead of you and the best is still ahead.

Amazing Job! You‘re an Inspiration. Im about to Start my own convention soon, cant wait

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

Well have a wonderful time with your conversion - and of course, enjoy all of the adventures to come!!

Just watched … and re-lived my 2017-2018 van build with nostalgia and happiness. The Spruce Moose has taken me, solo silver female, on 100K miles of adventure and LIFE!

NO EXPERIENCE...?? you are look super professional simply wow!! Really appreciate the fact that you did everything with both hands alone

My daughter and I watched it all during her own build process just a few weeks behind you! Your videos, especially you sharing difficulties were very helpful. Thank you for being you. I hope my daughter meets you out there someday.

You did really well with all of that, but I was especially impressed with your cabinetry from start to finish. That was a lot to learn and you made it look good.

@ryanwhite4770

7 ай бұрын

I love decent cabinetry. My dad always used to say - keep the cabinetry small, easily accessible and always available. He was right you know.

@ryanwhite4770

7 ай бұрын

Great wurd by the way .....Love it

I love how you didn't want a luxury van, like I see so many on KZread. I watched so many other's videos, and I just don't feel them. The raw emotion and dedication is miraculous. Keep em coming, please!!!🤘🧒🤘

Let me tell you one thing... for a girl with no experience and in your first conversion you made an amazing, incredible and inspiring job... you are awesome... now, ENJOY IT, HAVE FUN, SAFE RIDE AND NICE SUNRISE AND BETTER SUNSETS

Really enjoy your channel. Just turned 70 and we are now full time on the farm. Had a farmhouse built with a full 9’ basement and I decided to finish out the basement myself. Never did framing, tape and bedding, drywall and I can relate to what you did. You just got me beat on the age part. Keep up the good work and the great motivating video for this old man.

@anaressurreicao7112

Жыл бұрын

Is not about age. The time present is all that exist if we stop to realize. Well done sir 🍀💚🌏

Thank you, your videos continue to tell me that even at 74 I can do this conversion and that we will have a great van to head out to the mountains and snowboard, you have inspired many including me and I want you to know I look forward to all your videos and Instagram post so keep living a great life and a great story. Hope one day to run into on the road and to show you the final build you inspired.

Extremely !!!!!! Talented. Lost my helper and best friend to cancer in 2020. Didn't think there was anyone else with such talent till I see your work. God Bless and happy and safe trails!

It’s fascinating to watch someone do this…….Full van conversion all by themselves. ………Especially, a little old girl! 😁💕 Great job!!!!

And what a journey it was....you have inspired me. I just got my van . Starting next week!! A MN neighbor.

Very nicely done! I'm currently converting my own van (A 1997 Ford E350), and I have very little experience with anything, been having to learn along the way, and I agree that it's a very transformative experience for sure! There have been some mistakes along the way for sure, a few things I had to re-do because of my own bad, but I love this big boy now, so I'm sure he'll turn out at least decent. :3 Good enough to comfortably live in already.

@amberchavez7724

Жыл бұрын

I have a 2003 GMC Savanna with 358,000 miles, and I’m afraid of doing anything permanent, in case the engine explodes! Please share your encouragement

You are an Interior Designer, Carpenter, Electrician, Plumber, Enterpuner a lot. I have no words. I am very impressed with you Happy Your Joureny.

Everything has been said in all the previous replies. All I’ll say is Wow! You are truly amazing. What a pleasure it was watching you. Bloody amazing..

Beautiful recap of your total transformation…both you and your rig. Great job and you made it your own. No one can ever take your knowledge or skill away, and now the adventures can just keep on happening, however they come! Very inspirational view of the build. Thank you!

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate this very much. Thank you! 💛

I always look forward to your latest videos of Your travels, and Your journey. All the best to You and Akela!

No experience!! Fantastic job! I just stumbled on you on tik Tok and looked you up and I’m glad I did! I’m 70 years old and I’m converting a cargo trailer and am here to learn From You!! You Rock!!!

I am a 65 yr old women who is starting her build this year and I must say you make us women proud. If you're this smart at such a young age you're going to be a genius at 65 :)

You're so amazing, literally my inspiration. You and Akela 💙

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Alisha❤️

You're amazing and I love your simple beautiful home 💜 Love the relationship between you and your fur baby 💜 Keep howling at the moon!!! It's been a ride for real! Much love from Texas y'all 💜

So much work. Glad it made you so happy. Thanks for sharing

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

My dear child, what a wonderful job you have done. You are really something on so many levels. God bless!!!

I watched your videos as I was also doing my van build. I felt crazy buying a big empty van, at times thinking it was a stupid idea. The sense of accomplishment it brings, really made my life feel more meaningful. I'm happy you're able to live your dream and I've learned a lot from your videos.

Amazing job! Question: Everytime i see one of these van builds, I wonder how much weight you can add to these vans before it becomes an issue. All that wood has to weigh a ton! Is that a factor? Do you have to do anything to the vans suspension to accommodate all the added weight? Or are these vans made to carry a lot of weight?

@Chris-iz2zh

2 жыл бұрын

she prolly added like 200 lbs bro chill these vans are built for way more

@pantless_karma2105

2 жыл бұрын

@@Chris-iz2zh They were just asking a question, no need to be irritated.

@yeskiii

Жыл бұрын

@@Chris-iz2zh And yes it actually is something you have to account for....

@talinka3735

Жыл бұрын

@@Chris-iz2zh Actually the amount of wood used is a huge factor, especially on the fuel efficiency of the van. The difference can be 1 tank vs 2 tanks for a trip, which at this current time is hundreds of pounds. I loaded a much lighter load into our ford transit and felt a difference. Yes, they can haul tons, but do you want to do that ALL the time as a camper?

I remember watching you build this on TikTok. I love how you don't hide your emotions. Stay true. Great vids

Cool timelapse! Fyi, interesting fact for those fans who can't support her through Patreon, I just ran across an article that outlined how youtubers monetize ads. In order for her to get credit, a viewer has to watch at least 30secs of the ad (if the ad is longer than 30 secs) before hitting the Skip Ad button. So the next time an ad pops up, spare at least 30 secs to support her.

Well done Linnea you should be soooo proud of yourself, what a great job you have done with the van. May the road rise up to meet you and the wind always at your back. Safe travels.

I too have watched every episode - your whole journey, the great stuff & the not so great. I feel like I truly know you & Akela as friends. So looking forward to all your future adventures…wherever life takes you. Thanks for sharing your life with the world…such an inspiration! 💕

Have class c with trashed roof...once again at a crossroad... Just found you thru Milos channel... Can't stop smiling... @68 you've inspired me to resume my dream of a livable van. (Not the express I'm getting rid of) thank you. Thank you for making these videos. Especially the diesel heater and wood stove...I feel my new direction being lit in my heart again..love your realness. You've touched my heart.

Siiiickkkk! It’s so cool you did this all yourself! We are proud of having done it all ourselves but there were 2 of us and there’s one of you. Amazing Linnea!

How inspiring Love the transformation , your van home looks epic , Bet Akela approves it as well, I enjoyed watching how you did this unfortunately I don't feel I have it in me to do something like this I don't have that natural talent as yourself I love your enthusiasm and your confidence your awesome

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

Although I've watched all your video's and have been following you ever since your first build video it's sooo cool to see it in one video. Amazing journey you've been on. Thankyou for sharing your story and taking us with you. This timelaps shows the reason why I've been falling in love with vanlife, you and of course Akela😍 Thankyou❤

This video got me so emotional!! I use to watch your videos, again and again while at work. Taking notes and making lists. Then I retired and bought a van. Watched your lighting set up video with my son so we knew how to wire the lights. Watched other videos with my buddy as we did the build out. Every step of the way, you were there. Been on the road for 6 months now. I pray I met you some day so I can tell you thank you in person!! I appreciate you so much!!! Happy travels my friend!! Ps. Now I know why you love the desert so much!!!

When I saw your face after getting the phone call about the van, and then saying you decided to do it YOURSELF, which is what I plan to do, I'm subscribing. SO MANY of these say "solo female van build" then they say oh man dad is a carpenter or an electrician or has a body shop and he helped me. It's just disheartening. And I just wanted to hug you when I saw you crying. Good for you for doing this!

Even though I have already watched your progress and build of the van I am amazed over again at how well you do. I especially love your tiling in this segment, as that is a job I want to do but I'm intimidated as I have to tile around 2 outlets. The love and respect with which you show Akela is a heartwarming thing to watch. Best wishes in your travels. If you are ever thinking of somewhere to explore, come to Ontario Canada and go north to Lake Superior area. I think you would love the fishing and, if in season, the hunting. It is a truly beautiful area.

You were such an inspiration for my when I was building my van! I have re-watched so many of your videos, especially the electric ones. I got so emotional when watching this video, for both yours and my own journey. You rock!🔥

@nicovanzyl1979

2 жыл бұрын

Nico 🤗😘😍

@IBNU_MAJA_EDUKASI_CANNEL

2 жыл бұрын

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@IBNU_MAJA_EDUKASI_CANNEL

2 жыл бұрын

Keren

@nicovanzyl1979

2 жыл бұрын

Nico 😘😍😻

@nicovanzyl1979

2 жыл бұрын

Nico 😻😍😘🤗

WOW 😯😀. I just found this and love it. Now I need to see every one of your video's. This is the most amazing van build video I have ever seen. You are amazing. You should start a business making vans like this. I will be your first customer. I'm 70 and have dreams of being a van lifer and having a You Tube travel channel like yours. But I could never do something like this. In any case you are one hell of a person for following your dream and doing all of this 💞💞.

so proud of you for making your own home all by yourself and that too as a woman. I am so inspired by you!

I remember binging your van build series last year and this video sums up my favorite moments too. You and Aquila are an inspiration, I hope you know that.

This is so inspiring! I love watching you and Akela. Wishing you luck on your next adventures!

Your my favorite vanlife KZreadr. I feel like your the only one who actually lives in their van

Such a badass. Whoever comes in contact with you is better for having met you! Good stuff! Dan D.

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you so much 💛

I’ve been following along. You’ve created a beautiful home and you should be very proud. Great job!

Love the recap! I’m in the middle of my build and super inspiring to see all you accomplished! Thanks for sharing your journey.

I started crying when i saw you crying in the beginning. Im so happy for you girl!!!!!!

This video gave me so much serotonin, thank you for sharing 😊

Beautiful video! You make it look so easy even when we know it isn't.... so inspiring 😃. And Akela, your loving companion, by your side the entire way ❤

Thank you for filming everything! heheh I am on month 5 and almost putting walls in and just made my first build video lol But watching this gave me major feels about the progress we have both made with no experience! :) Thank you again for the content, inspiration and ideas, cheers!

Wow, I have watched you build this van from the beginning. I was glad to watch this, this morning. There were moments that brought a smile to my face. I am glad that you are sharing your life with us.

So cool. I remember all these episodes. So moving seeing you cry when you got your van. Ditto Chris Cummings comment, more Linneas in the world. And more Akelas! :)

It's been such a pleasure watching you do all this stuff throughout the year. You're truly amazing and inspire me that maybe my dumbass could pull it off if I just take it on.

Just stumbled across your van build series, amazing work, especially when doing it yourself. Lee and I are just now starting the "research phase" for our retirement travel dreams. Your video was very inspiring and now we need to go back watch your step by step build videos. All the best. Tim

Talented, determined, beautiful young lady. I hope it brings you many years of happiness and inner peace.

A ton of work equals a ton of reward. Excellent example of perseverance and dedication. Hope you two enjoy many years in your cozy new home.

You’re a huge inspiration! I’m going to be embarking on this same journey and build in the next few months! Super proud of your work!!

Linnea you are amazing. I have watched all of the van build from the easy parts and the hard one. Just your last remodel not shown here but the way you can just come up with a idea and go for it. I love how you have made friends along your journey. Great job girl!!! 👏

This is really comforting to watch. I’m still a teenager, but I’d love to do this. Seeing you work through mistakes and doing this on your own is so empowering!

Great video. You're inspiring women everywhere!

You are truly an inspiration to vanlifers everywhere!!

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Deb!

Job well done! Akela is precious.❤

you're a complete stranger but man oh man I am so proud of you. This has inspired me so much to just go for it with my own build. Thank you

I am obsessed with van and RV Reno’s and this one has to be the most unique one I’ve ever seen! I love the white aesthetic, but seeing someone’s personality come out in a van build us so fun and entertaining! This is amazing!!!

This lady is TECHNICAL!!!! Good Job!

Truly fantastic. You did it 👏. Can't wait to see all your adventures now and in the future. You should be very proud of yourself. I no we are. Your nailing it 😁🐾🐾❤🧡💯

I'm very impressed of your talents to singlehandedly build your own "home with wheels". You deserve more subscriptions young lady. Safe travels always.

My name is John...I live 60 miles north of Green Bay, WI, and I recognize that you also have attachments to the northern areas of the Badger State. My heart is warmed by your close family involvement...something I have never known. You are a spitting image of your mother, and based on your personality, I am sure your father (RIP) had a strong influence on you as well. I am also touched to my core regarding the relationship between you and Akela...she is absolutely beautiful in her mind, body and soul, I would love to kiss her on her forehead. I've always had a way with canines...I've had dogs, cats, tropical fish, budgies, and a female guinea pig named 'Lloyd'. I rescued two neglected cats from the wild...both of then lived with me and my wife GAIL(rip) and a rescued female Standard Poodle named Mindy until their time on earth was done. I am also a US Army veteran My wife passed away from acute myeloid lukemia on April 17, 2022 at 6:40 pm, Easter Sunday . She was the 'wind beneath my wings' for 33 years. I miss her terribly. I also lost my mother in August 2021 and my beloved standard poodle Piper one month later to tongue cancer. I gazed into her eyes and I held her paw as she took her last breath at the vet's office in Crivitz. My heart is broken. I wish you the best, Linnea. I pray Akela has a long life. I think you (and Akela) are amazing. God speed...my animal loving friend. PS, I eat meat too and feel absolutely zero guilt about it, For crying out loud, human beings (hunter/gatherers) have been eating meat since the dawn of time. Things only got fucked up when people switched from being Hunter & Gatherers to Agricultural & Industrial Societies...introducing the world to fatness and other grain (and corn!) induced malady's. After all, the Lord fed the 5000 with fish, did he not? If it's good enough for the Lord, it's good enough for me.

Fantastic build, fantastic dog, and fantastic bOOty. Everything is fantastic in this video.

LOL this is the first time I saw the hatchet on the wall as a kitchen utensil. Sorta make sense. And if you need it for a weapon, it is within easy reach.

We love you! Thank you for shining brightly. Hug and kiss Akela for us... stay safe and keep sharing your light!

So beautiful Linnea. What a true inspiration. Beautifully well captured in a sense we all feel so proud of you for this life changing accomplishment 🫶🏼

I cannot believe you did this! It's so amazing to watch. You are incredible. I want to wake up tomorrow and be Linnea (and have your Akela next to me).

Awesome, making dreams come true by own hands is like taking care of own child.

Five words: Linnea, you are simply inspirational! 💛🌀🌟

Girl, i love you and Akela to bits.... So proud of you2. And how it makes is strong to build our own Homes.. You grew a lot and so did i.. Tkx for letting me join you on that path....lets hope 2022 will provide us more...

Don't give up on your dreams don't give up doing what you want to do follow your heart follow for what you want to do accomplish something without having help use your mind and heart it's all it takes live on little sister you're a great woman take care of yourself and be safe

Hands grow from where it is necessary ! WELL DONE !!!

Brought tears to my eyes to watch this. Truly impressive!

The music for this video was pure gold

You're beautiful and intelligent and humble. You're so cool and driven. You're awesome Linnea!!! God bless you and always protect you wherever this journey or endeavor may take you!!!

This construct is Akela approved and that was definitely important! I needed to see your GIRL POWER! Thankyou! KZread knows me and your video was the first suggestion! I am on the first stage of off grid happiness. I have a way too expensive month payment on my 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan, but I love her. My Carinha will be my home until I need and can afford an upgrade. Off grid and retirement...the money will build and then shall I. Much hearts your way!

the only word that I can say is " WELL DONE"👏

Madd props from this old man ! NO experience ? That electronics hook up looked tricky. I wish you joy and happiness, with those natural skills you make you own luck. Situations arise. Solutions happen.

@Linneaandakela

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, a lot of it was tricky for me! Haha took much longer than I had wanted but it was worth it :) I appreciate you!