Personal favorite timestamp is Ladi getting yelled at by Millie for tummy touching XD 08:06 What do you think of our color choice?! Funny enough, Ladi and I INDEPENDENTLY picked this color from our top 5 lol! For us it's ultimate stealth & keeps us super well hidden when we're out in nature! It also acts as a bit of an illusion to how huge the van is; it strangely makes it look much smaller! Anyway, happy Wednesday and we hope you enjoyed the video!

@Fredzor96

3 жыл бұрын

ohh why video 4 is private on your 2020 Van Conversion - Ducato L5H3

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Private? Can you check again now? I’m see them as all public and available

@elishamario5988

2 жыл бұрын

@Raiden Trace instablaster :)

I just want to say I am SO impressed with the quality and thoroughness of this series! I tend to get a little confused/overwhelmed watching van build videos, but not with yours. I really appreciate the time you guys take to explain and show everything clearly, and you manage to do it with beautiful shots and great music too. I'm so excited to see how this van turns out and I hope you guys are having a blast building your home!!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Melanie thank you so much for this lovely comment! I definitely know what you mean. We've watched a lot of build videos and sometimes it can make your head spin! I hope each video can be helpful, because I know we've been so excited about how many people tell us they are doing their first build now! Such awesome community growth already :)

@nickt5607

3 жыл бұрын

@@ladiandmargaret Totally agree! You guys are killing it, very clear, thorough and... fun! Your video editing skills have become excellent also :) Would be awesome to see any content for the little mishaps/mistakes/minor frustrations along the way? IMO too many builds gloss over the small mistakes, errors which I personally think are still really valuable to learn about

"Yes, I completely eyeballed this line - I'm a sinner." Ladi's hilarious!

This series is what I look forward to the most on KZread at the moment. Can't wait for next week!

The EPIC “Did you notice” .....circle around Millie :)

This is the first van conversion I've seen on KZread that actually treats the van like a vehicle and not just an oddly shaped apartment.

@Un1234l

2 жыл бұрын

lol for real I think it's because most van lifers come from the warmer climates where they don't need to consider these things, and are super young and naive, "freespirited," and don't think about the fundamentals and have insight into how things work or are maintained. They are not grounded and down-to-earth, or mechanically-inclined.

Hello from France. I look closely at your new construction: you are a mine of inspiration, thank you for sharing !

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

that is so lovely to hear! ty!

Great video guys. Watching how Ladi approaches tasks is so satisfying. He's super smart and talented, so y'all's build isn't DIY cringy-worthy like so many on KZread. I have every confidence that this build will be completed exactly as planned, as well as wonderfully executed. And, while I'm hoping that you're able to remain within your budget, I have a feeling that the final figure will be higher than anticipated. I build batteries, as well, so I understand the savings there, it's just that some of the other items (inverter, solar panels, etc.), and other infrastructure (refrigerator, windows) can be pretty pricey. It's also so nice Margaret's support. You two are a force! It'll be hard to wait a week for the next fix of Ladi & Margaret's build :)

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Hey John! Thanks for your lovely comment! As per the budget, we're preeeeettttty sure we'll be able to do it, so far anyway lol, but it'll be TIGHT. In our budget tracker we've already purchased our solar, windows, etc, and we still have about $4,000 remaining. We have a good idea to what fridge we'll go with, but you're right, our inverter will definitely take a big chunk out of the remaining budget! (pretty sure it'll be about $1,300) We're hopeful, but overall it's tough to predict to the dollar! We'll both still be happy with it if we go 1-2k over the ideal budget. Fingers crossed and thank you for supporting us on this process! :)

The man is THOROUGH!! Love the idea of a community workshop hub 👏

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Yes we lot it! The current trend has been some of Ladi's friends building princess bed frames for their daughters lol.

@murraymint8159

3 жыл бұрын

@@ladiandmargaret Millie needs a princess bedframe 👸

Wow, that was so fun to watch and great music too. Removing tape is so darn satisfying. King of stealth throne 😂

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Thrilled you like the music! That's the part I'm always nervous about during the editing process. Haha agreed about the tape! Something about that sound...

Millie the supervisor!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Haha such a good leader of our pack 😹

I am incredibly invested in this series. Love the color too! Your enthusiasm for this van is contagious :D

The production quality of your video is 5 star as always. Another awesome episode! Thank you for sharing your journey! Ladi is just so thoughtful and clever in his solutions to each step of this process...I learn so much from watching the thoroughness that you both approach this build with. No cut corners even when ‘eyeballing’ taping!😍😃

Been looking forward to every video! I loved watching the build and the design of van builds. BUT Y’ALLS process has me appreciating the love and attention to details y’all are pouring into your van!

@michaelbmw1931

3 жыл бұрын

☕

The ultimate stealth look is honestly the best. So used to seeing the white vans, but I've easily leaned in on this gray sort-of-green color. Glad you guys kept the same color as from the last van.

After thousands of van conversions seen on youtube and many hours spent on designing our new van, I can definitively say: You Are the best guys!!!!!!!

The grey is such a laid-back, calming color for a place that'll take you to colorful, exciting adventures!

@kazfb210

3 жыл бұрын

Nice colour but wrong choice for a vehicle. I have had two accidents in 50 years driving, both with grey cars on grey overcast days on grey bitumen roads. Blend in nicely. Would recommend keeping headlights on ALWAYS.

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

That’s the law in Europe.

I am obsessed with this series. Loving your work, Ladi & Margaret!

Wow!! The paint looks SO GOOD. What a difference. Also, I literally wait throughout the week hoping it’s Wednesday so I can see the new upload 😳.

I am totally impressed with your prep work. You are meticulous and thorough. The van is so clean, better than new. You are both so funny and pleasant. Love this build! ❤️

This is so much valuable information for free!! Thank you! Many of us have no clue where to begin with stuff so this is like the best gift you can give to the community!

So fun to watch your build... and love the Millie cameos!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Haha so many are only here for Millie, let's be real....XD

Hello from Canada! I just had to comment on the socks and crocs work footwear!. LOL! I was just making fun of my husband doing the same thing! We are really finding your videos very informative. Thank you!

Brilliant guys 🙌

Love that! So great that you have the possibility to have that workshop! Love the colors - you guys are epic! Would love to partly paint my van, guess I'll have to do some research for the next year after the Van is out of it's Wintersleep.

What a lovely community. So enjoying see the progress. Totally built with love!

Ladi I love your energy and not afraid to cut or trying different ideas on your van build and your life congrats to you Margaret is the voice ha

I guessed grey! Didn't know if you would do an undertone or tint to it but simple grey is a safe (and cool!) choice!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nina! Haha we are like "are we resisting change? Do we love it because it's familiar?" No idea, but we were so excited to do it again lol!

@NinaThoren

3 жыл бұрын

@@ladiandmargaret It's a great color so I don't blame you for using it again!

Oh so good! And great soundtrack! I can't believe the amazing amount of progress you guys have made already! And also can't believe we have to wait another 7 days to see your next video! 😅 your wee trailers at the end of each episode are such a great idea but they also make it so much more difficult to have to wait for the next instalments 😂😂 keeo up the great work guys!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

hehe thanks Louise! The trailers we love to make too! I (Margaret) am still a bit too slow on editing to be able to make more than 1 video a week, but hopefully I'll get faster and be able to get 2 a week in the future!

I look forward to these videos like I look forward to watching the next episode of a TV Series! I'm not a Van Lifer, but I am so enjoying these videos, Ladi and Margaret! LOVED seeing Millie and how she put Ladi in his place about not rubbing her tummy! Maybe she thought he was going to spray paint her undercarriage! :-D

What can you not do Ladi?? Wow!!! Can’t wait to see the finished van!

To each their own. I’m making my Sprinter stealth by just hitting scratches and paint damage with a blast of white rustoleum clean metal primer. It screams “I’m a work truck”. I enjoyed your music soundtrack!

@MrSpaceace1999

3 ай бұрын

Great so they can steal all your tools

Not sure how your channel doesn't already have a half million subscribers. Very high quality content every single video!

Spraying in the dark....COOL🤣🤣🤣

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

haha yeah it was NOT in the plan at all. Wish we'd been able to start earlier, but the weather wasnt as supportive! That's definitely one of the benefits to having a room of some kind to work in, not being too victim of the weather

That color w/ the dark bumpers looks so badass!!!! Love the Millie video bomb! Y'all are amazing!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

We are trying our best thanks! Haha, Millie is the greatest lil thing. Can't wait to get into her own design customizations lol!

SO. MUCH. WORK..... and oh so satisfying!!! Looks great! Love the color.. and LOVE that you eyeballed the stripe. 😁

Loving the details and how you explain everything! I would love to see a video all about van life cats sometime. Hopefully by the time I am working on my van you guys will do consulting, lol

Really enjoying the quality of this series...very inspirational for my next van build! Thanks for your hard work with making the videos.

Very nice! Well done! Ciao from Asti, Italy!

I find your videos very informative and entertaining ❣️ I also like how you show how much prep is required to get a good final product

Excellent content, never seen so much detail before the build and makes total sense, keep it up🖖

Very satisfying time lapses ! You two are so inspiring

Love the color and loving this series! Thanks for making these videos

Really smart guys and great video. Keep it up. I cant wait to see the window go in.

The work you guys are putting into the foundation of this is really amazing! great job

Awesomeee series, can't wait for next week 😂👏🏼👏🏼

Fantastic work!😁👍💯

stumbled across your channel as I was looking for van spraying. Really enjoyed your set up and the colour is dope

I'm actually making Ladi's V4.2 bike. And your work on the van also interests me & my girlfriend so much !! You are cool, don't change anything

Wow, great job!! 😁now looks very nice. The colour is owesome. Best regards😁🙃

Perfecto! “Always be yourself unless you can be Batman, then always be Batman!” 🚐

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

BATMAN FOREVER

Outstanding! Job well done....I am inspired and motivated.

Totally decided that’s the color My van should be when I’m done. Nice job.

I like the color a lot. I can't really tell if it's semi-gloss or matt though. Grey with a high gloss is my favorite vehicle color. Grey (as opposed to silver) is a very rare car color but Subaru and Toyota have come with some really nice greys in recent years. I really appreciate the quality and pacing of your videos and also the lack of Instagram cliche content (like slow motion coffee pouring). The countryside around your shop is beautiful!

“Men’s-suit grey” is my favorite vehicle color. Beautiful!

love watching your videos, really enjoying every moment. wish i had the ability to do this stuff. great work and i shall be watching more and more

Love the drone shots. Beautiful country. I love Millie kitty!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Haha I'll always include the drone & Millie in every episode. It's like, video candy lol

Looks good

wowowow, looks super profesh!! Thanks so much for sharing. Our van is currently bright yellow and could use a wee stealth paint job haha 😅😅 I've been very anxious about even researching how to do this but you two make it seem quite manageable!

We used to use scuff pads on a rotary tool to give things a really quick once over before wiping down with paint thinner before painting at a custom trailer workshop. The scuff pads may seem unnecessary but the paint shop said it helps with the paint adhering better and not flaking.

You are having way too much fun :). Great videos

Love your work, very meticulous, I am proud of you, impressive!!!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Brenda! That means a lot :)

Wow u guys r amazing, this is so detailed u guys kick butt!!

Nice job! Looks amazing!

Love it!!!.... just bought the same Van model last week here in New Zealand.... So inspired.. You are awesome!!!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nigel! That's so exciting you also have a build coming up. Good luck!

I remember watching the van tour of your first build. In that build the signature feature for me was the projector. I love watching build series and I am espacially interested to see how you will use the extra height of the H3 van you now have. What a teriffic workshop.

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nes! Yes we loved the projector for sure. It's a bit embarrassing how much we used it, but when the sun goes down, why not?! We have a lot of ideas for this height, but it'll be interesting to see how much we get from it after the insulation, flooring, etc.

I know I'm not alone when I say I could watch Margaret for hours and hours praying for more videos with more margaret content

The other signature feature of your build is the lifting bed construction. But that is actually a little deceptive because it is not about the bed. It is more acurate to call it a raising garage roof construction to enable access which is undeniably brillant. Every van tour you see people struggling to organise and access their garage. Your idea greatly improves that. Also of course from inside the van. And you get the extra secure space for computers etc. Really Cool!

Yet again, you've made a ton of hard, picky work look cool and fun--partay!--in an informative way. Mad videography skills. :) Also, how wonderful it is that you've made your property an incredible resource for the community. P.S. Please always show us lots of your furry supervisor; she's adorable, and it was a treat to hear her comments. ;)

Awesome 😎🙏🏻 Can’t wait till the next upload 👍🏻

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Michael!

Looks great... Love the color plus it is very stealth...

awesome, very inspiring! bless you both!

looks BEAUTIFUL

Hello from Spain. What a lovely work!!!!👍👍👍

You got such a great chemistry between you. Keep it up.

WoooooW

Wow!. Nice job guys.

LOVE the colour! Do you know the actual colour code? And what the finish was (matte/satin?) Thanks!

I need a Ladi in my life 😅

@source5729

3 жыл бұрын

Yeeeeesssssss!

@DavidHuffTexas

3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking lots of us would find having a Ladi around to be very handy...

Looks spectacular. More vids needed can't wait to see how your home transpires🇿🇦

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

:) haha so excited to make them, and even more excited for the van to be closer to over lol

Well done you two. I'm currently doing the same, well finish mine off.

Love it! Since I am a new sub and new to your world, I think your van looks great but I am going to have to binge watch to?

I love seeing your workshop and CZ countryside! It’s beautiful and it makes me miss the CZ even more!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

yay we will continue to share more about it! I really enjoy implementing some fun facts into the videos without becoming toooooo vlog heavy. Its hard to walk the line between "how to" and "vanlife vlogger"

Hello just watched your dpd van (3) episodes your doing a great job two very comperdent people and a nice kitty like the grey dont like black paint on there i a colourcoded person but it looks great and i wish you well with it looking forward to next video on it cheers 👍👍 reguards mark.....

Absolutely class 👍

Ladi Ladi Ladi .... you had me so excited you guys took off all the accessories to paint . Until ... you put back the gas cap thingie dirty 😅🤣😂 but I still love you guys. It looks amazing so far ! And I love your workshop . With how amazing you guys are , I can see how its the local hang out.

Good job Láďo! 💪🏻

I don't know how I came across your videos but loving very second of them amazing content

Nice Van ! Nice Paintjob ! Batman ✌

Well done 👍

I must say the choice of music is fantastic, great vedeos love the engineering, keep it up guys , all the best.

An interesting companion spreadsheet would be the cost of the tools used that were already owned in the shop. He mentioned the cost of the paint and attachments but not the compressor, tubes, and work light

@kabukidreamboy

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the workshop must be $50,000 or more - 3D printers are not cheap!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

I received 3D printers from Prusa as a support in my creations. The workshop cost me less than 10.000 usd to fit. Some tools we had, some I purchased with time.

@kabukidreamboy

3 жыл бұрын

@@ladiandmargaret Nice one! Thanks for the reply, you know we're all just jealous because we don't have access to a workshop like that:-)

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

I know the feeling! Once I only dreamed about a good workshop!

EPIC FOR SURE! Looks fabulous! ( yeah, yeah, stealth. But still hoped you chose to go purple.... LOL)

That's Bad Ass! I love it!

Looks great my friends

Hi, I’m enjoying your build so far 😁👍👍.

looks soooo good!

Amazing work you two. I love how you show the whole process with a mix of real time and time-lapse footage. Really looking forward to your next video. The music tracks really work well. Is any of the music on iTunes?

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

we get it all from Epidemic sound, I'm not sure if it's on itunes though!

❤️❤️❤️❤️amazing!!!

Awesome work!! Great team!!

@ladiandmargaret

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bernie!