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No Fluff. No Drama. No Sales Pitch. Just Real-Life Van Build and Travel Vids.
For the past few years I've been road tripping my old Buick out West, exploring and making videos. I just recently got rid of all my stuff, moved out of my apartment and bought a box van from U-Haul. I am currently building it into my off-grid-off-road home to live in and roam North America with my cats. #vanlife #vanbuild #roadtrip #travel #camping #exploration #explore #nomad #mentalhealth #nature #freedom
For the past few years I've been road tripping my old Buick out West, exploring and making videos. I just recently got rid of all my stuff, moved out of my apartment and bought a box van from U-Haul. I am currently building it into my off-grid-off-road home to live in and roam North America with my cats. #vanlife #vanbuild #roadtrip #travel #camping #exploration #explore #nomad #mentalhealth #nature #freedom
The Best Wednesday I've Had in Months! - August Camping Part 2
This is part 2 of my last camping video, the next day. I wake up at Czechland Lake in East Central Nebraska and go fishing on my kayak. What a great way to spend a nice Wednesday in August!
#camping #kayak #fishing #lake #mentalhealth
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#camping #kayak #fishing #lake #mentalhealth
Subscribe to @vanlifemeow for great drama-free road trip videos and a real-life u-haul box van conversion!
Follow me on instagram @vanlifemeow
Coming soon: vanlifemeow.com
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Fabricating Custom Parts With My Friend Tom - Box Van Build
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I teamed up with my best friend Tom to install the solar on my roof, and it is turning out to be the most professional thing that has been done to the van so far. This video is an update or preview of what we have been doing over at Vector MC Labs. #vanbuild #vanlife #boxvan #diy #rv #fabrication
Random Weeknight Camping in August
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Back in August the weather went from 100 to 70 like it saw a state trooper. So I took a Wednesday off and went camping! Of course I film everything I do so come along with me. #camping #campfire #outdoors Amazon car bed: amzn.to/3CjX9O9 I'm Dave Covin. I'm a road tripper turned full-time van-lifer. Subscribe to my channel and check out all of my road trip videos from the past few years and now ...
Plumbing and Wiring the Kitchen - Box Van Build Part 9
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In this video I plumb up the water tank and pump, then run electrical to the kitchen. Check out the playlist to see a real-life portrayal of what it's like to do your own box van conversion. #vanbuild #boxvan #rv #vanlife #diy #conversion
A Bunch of Miscellany - Box Van Build Part 8
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I take care of several little things in this video. This is number 8 in my van build series. Check out the playlist to see a real-life portrayal of what it's like to do your own box van conversion. #vanbuild #boxvan #rv #vanlife #diy #conversion RV water hookup: amzn.to/48Bz6X5 Power plug: amzn.to/40uhqut The porch lights were discontinued.
It's Time to Go Build The Van - "Pulling Teeth" Part 5
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The final installment of my "pulling teeth" road trip series. I visited Agate Fossil Bed National Monument. #roadtrip #buick #nebraska #camping #mentalhealth #philosophy #vanlife I'm Dave Covin. I'm a road tripper turned full-time van-lifer. Subscribe to my channel and check out all of my road trip videos from the past few years and now my van build! Instagram @vanlifemeow Email vanlifemeow@gma...
Blueprints? Never Heard of 'em - Box Van Build Part 7
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Part 7 of my Box Van U-Haul Conversion. I begin building my kitchen! It includes a safely installed wood stove, a flush-mounted and adjustable induction cooktop, a compact sink with a glass lid and a window. If you haven't seen parts 1-6 of this build, check out the playlist on my channel. #vanbuild #vanlife #boxvan #camper #rv #diy Induction cooktop: amzn.to/3NDCozF Window: amzn.to/3YDV0Ww Sin...
Making Friends in Beautiful Places - "Pulling Teeth" Part 4
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Part 4 of my "Pulling Teeth" road trip series. I made a new friend at Toadstool Geologic Park. We had very deep conversation and we still keep in touch today. Then I made more friends with cows, mules and kitties! The scenery is beautiful, the weather is beautiful and my mind finally feels right. But now it's Sunday and I have to drive home and go to work tomorrow. :( #roadtrip #mentalhealth #t...
I Made the Right Choice - "Pulling Teeth" Part 3
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Part 3 of my "pulling teeth" road trip back in June of 2024. I drove all the way out to Toadstool Geologic Park in the Oglala National Grassland. #roadtrip #nebraska #mentalhealth #hiking #campfire I'm Dave Covin. I'm a road tripper turned full-time van-lifer. Subscribe to my channel and check out all of my road trip videos from the past few years and now my van build! Instagram @vanlifemeow Em...
Finally Starting the Interior - Box Van Build Part 6
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I'm Finally Moving In! (to building the inside). In this video I mount wall studs and build a bed, then begin actually planning the interior around the components that I've bought. If you haven't seen parts 1-5 check out the playlist on my channel. #vanbuild #vanlife #nomad #rv #rvlife I'm Dave Covin. I'm a road tripper turned full-time van-lifer. Subscribe to my channel and check out all of my...
Somewhere I Actually Want to Be - "Pulling Teeth" Part 2
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Part 2 of my "Pulling Teeth" trip. I needed this! I wake up at Spark's campground on the Niobrara River. Then I go to Smith Falls State Park, Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge, Downtown Valentine, NE. Merritt Reservoir and a National Forest campground before I decide to head further West just because that's where I wanted to be! #mentalhealth #travel #camping #rvlife #vanlife #nebraska I'm...
Roof Fan and Insulation - Box Van Build Part 5
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Part 5 of my box van u-haul conversion. I install the maxxfan on the roof and insulate everything. Check out my playlist if you haven't seen parts 1-4. #vanbuild #vanlife #nomad The solar panels I bought: amzn.to/3BEZ0N7 RV window cover: amzn.to/4ePZ9M5 I'm Dave Covin. I'm a road tripper turned full-time van-lifer. Subscribe to my channel and check out all of my road trip videos from the past f...
Wednesday Travel Videos Are Back! - "Pulling Teeth" Part 1
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Wednesday videos are back! It seems like every time I try to get away something bad happens. Am I asking for too much? This is a continuation of my last road trip, filmed in late spring 2024. Come along with me while I go a little crazy and drive 1300 miles in one weekend just to get away from it all. Sorry for the terrible audio by the way... #mentalhealth #roadtrip #camping #travel #vanlife #...
You Can Put an RV Awning on a U-Haul - Box Van Build Part 4
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Part 4 of my box van build. I fix all the old crusty trim and paint it , fix the tail light dilemma and install a RV awning. #vanbuild #vanlife #nomad #travel Awnlux 10ft RV awning: amzn.to/3XGrsWB Smoked LED Tail Lights: amzn.to/3MTVeCa RV replacement door handle: amzn.to/3MXcQwR I'm Dave Covin. I'm a road tripper turned full-time van-lifer. Subscribe to my channel and check out all of my road...
It Doesn't Look Like a U-Haul Anymore - Box Van Build Part 3
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Part 3 of my box van build. I removed the rear door and bumper and built a wall with a window and a storage "trunk" for my bike and stuff. #vanbuild #vanlife #travel #nomad The window I bought: amzn.to/3MVWchm Butyl tape: amzn.to/4ee4VXW Seam sealer: amzn.to/4eanrAI I'm Dave Covin. I'm a road tripper turned full-time van-lifer. Subscribe to my channel and check out all of my road trip videos fr...
I Cut a GIANT HOLE in the Side of My Bank's Van. - Box Van Build Part 2
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I'm Going to Live Off-Grid in an Old U-Haul - Box Van Build Part 1
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I'm Going to Live Off-Grid in an Old U-Haul - Box Van Build Part 1
I Moved Out of My Apartment and Bought a Van. #vanlife
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I Moved Out of My Apartment and Bought a Van. #vanlife
My Last Road Trip Part 14 - Capulin Volcano
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My Last Road Trip Part 14 - Capulin Volcano
My Last Road Trip Part 13 - Los Alamos and Rio Grande Gorge
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My Last Road Trip Part 13 - Los Alamos and Rio Grande Gorge
My Last Road Trip Part 12 - Jemez National Recreation Area, NM
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My Last Road Trip Part 12 - Jemez National Recreation Area, NM
My Last Road Trip Part 11 - Banderas Volcano and Ice Cave, NM
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My Last Road Trip Part 11 - Banderas Volcano and Ice Cave, NM
My Last Road Trip Part 10 - El Morro National Monument, NM
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My Last Road Trip Part 10 - El Morro National Monument, NM
My Last Road Trip Part 9 - Petrified Forest National Park
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My Last Road Trip Part 9 - Petrified Forest National Park
My Last Road Trip Part 8 - Route 66 Flagstaff to Winslow
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My Last Road Trip Part 8 - Route 66 Flagstaff to Winslow
My Last Road Trip Part 7 - Wupatki National Monument
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My Last Road Trip Part 7 - Wupatki National Monument
My Last Road Trip Part 6 - Walnut Canyon and Sunset Crater Volcano
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My Last Road Trip Part 6 - Walnut Canyon and Sunset Crater Volcano
My Last Road Trip Part 5 - Flagstaff and Oak Creek Canyon
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My Last Road Trip Part 5 - Flagstaff and Oak Creek Canyon
My Last Road Trip Part 4 - Hiking The Red Rocks of Sedona, AZ
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My Last Road Trip Part 4 - Hiking The Red Rocks of Sedona, AZ
My Last Road Trip Part 3 - Montezuma Castle and Well
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My Last Road Trip Part 3 - Montezuma Castle and Well
Another great part of your video and yes I look forward to having a choice to do exactly what you were explaining and it will be so nice when that is a reality so nice to watch this as it's been a stressful week with two wind storms and all the clean up associated with it after cleaning up four other times previously to see you get up and do your coffee and then go fishing in your kayak even though no fish that's not the point of it it's just nice to be in nature and relaxing with out having to be somewhere for the day and taking time to enjoy the moment away from the fast paced life most of us deal with most everyday thanks again for sharing with us and looking forward to seeing your continuing van build and other trips away from work Kraig from Washington State
I just found your channel today and been watching your videos on this U Haul Off grid home!, No need to apologize for how you wanna make your videos, Keep up the amazing work!, Loved how you made it so far!, cant wait to see the rest.
Probably a bad idea to drink your coffee out of plastic cup. The new lead poisoning is plastic poisoning. It builds up in your system. Love your videos.
Love the videos, did you ever find those Jerry cans? I work at a surplus store and I have one I'm willing to give to you.
You should build a trailer to take with you for all of your tools
😂😂 only if the geese 🪿 would have accepted the challenge
Put the shiny side down to help save your wood for the road
Use counter sunk screws that way there flat to the surface
Just heard you call yourself stupid, hey dude NO... you far from that, just look at what achieved, not many people can wing it and produce great work. you doing great and loving the build. hats off my friend... extra note, I think you just put your window in the wrong way around, think of driving forwards and maybe rain driving in the middle where it slides !!!!!!!!!
that middle beam on your bed will bend, deeper side vertical is better, and stronger, if you get you and a potential girlfriend you will end up in your garage !!! and another guy mentioned air holes in the bed board, you will need them for sure..... But lovin the build, your doin great
You said you don't want to make long videos.....the longer the better if you ask me...I'm hooked.
its not that i dont want to. i just get too busy to edit them. this saturdays vid should be at least an hour 😺
Caught up with the van build videos now. Loving what you've achieved so far and looking forward to the rest of the build
Name It ... Lets get Snakey. cuz u said so .
It wouldn't matter to me if your videos were an hour long or just ten minutes. I enjoy them and look forward to tuning in and learning along with you. Again thanks.
Get a gallon of rv roll on sealant and tap it will look really good
This video was just what I needed. Guitar music during drone footage was sublime. 😎😊
Love the video, nature is the best and only way to bring peace and calmness to your life!!!!!
Nice to see ya having some fun! Stay safe on your journey!
Enjoy it my friend. Sometimes stepping away from everything is a requirement to keep your sanity. Do you play guitar?
i do but i suck lol
Me too. Have a good one.
Go overnight camping on that little island on the 2nd lake - take some crickets or nightcrawlers & you will have better luck fishing!
You're doing a great job!!!
Awesome video and relaxing from reality. Stay safe and can't wait to see more of this in the future with your RV van, some adventures you are going to have and share.
That looked so peaceful and relaxing. The perfect break.
I finally got some cool temperature here to take advantage of. I'm desperate enough to just pitch the tent up in the backyard if nothing else.
It's nice to get away from all the noise and confusion of today's life every now and then, take care. I hope your van build is going smooth.
Long or short, I love your videos man. Ignore the trolls.
Don't change a thing!
Thanks!
Thank you!! 😻
i seen i your last video that you put new lights on the back, you might need to relocate the license plate also so the cops can see it and you don't get a ticket. nice chill vids also really like them.
You may be a pressure reducer so you dont blow out the smaller tubing.
My little ol coleman pop up had one when hooked to a hose.
Dave, watching from the UK, there's a great series on YT from a British guy called project amber! I really recommend it for other ideas
i'll check it out, thanks!
I will never understand how Americans measure anything accurately, 51 inches and a 16th, to me sounds crazy 🤣
Fahrenheit, though. That's good stuff right there. 😸
Hey Tom! I noticed the bug on your shirt! Hello from IA Local 30!
Solidarity! I always enjoy working in Indy. Cheers!
Enjoy watching your shows. I hope you continue with them. don't let the trolls get to you.there everywhere.i enjoy the details . good luck
I do enjoy your longer formats, yes they are long, but it’s a nice change from what is typically offered
David are you going to beat resistance around and under your wood stove? By the way great vids, thinking about doing this myself.🙂
Another great video hun.
Cool mattress.
How much rent were you paying?
1150 minus 20% off for being an employee of the management company
Great job Bud! You need knee pads. Lol
Thank's for the update! building a van of this caliber is hard work! Awesome to have such a clever friend to make it even better
I like your videos regardless of length. I find your process and editing style relaxing. I am a tech consultant. I spend 8+ hours a day on my computer. Your videos keep me company while I'm working. Don't apologize for you doing you. Keep up the good work!
For shower pan in our van we used a stainless steel pan sold on Amazon as a stainless pet crate replacement pan. it allowed us to select the size and wall height to be the exact size we needed. We then drilled a 3/8 hole where we wanted the drain and with a bolt and some hole sawed pieces of plywood, we created a press to make a recess to mount the drain in. it was less than $40 from what I remember on amazon, but this was a couple of years ago now, so with inflation it may be more now. The tray was made to fit perfectly into a bench where we have our convertible shower and also keep our compost toilet.
You should have a way in the description to send you a donation other than the TH-cam Super Thanks. I hear that takes a while to get to you and they charge a hefty commission. Most use PayPal but CashApp, Venmo, etc. are also used. The good thing about PayPal is only email addresses are used so nobody has to give out their credit/debit card info, etc.
Another great video Dave, its helping me so much to know how to make the renovations I need to do so my insurance will insure me again. I have a small 4 window mini bus/van that currently has a small build/no build setup at this time due to needing to get away from the previous situation I was in. I'm 65 years young and doing this on my own on a social security budget but am so looking forward to getting out on the road. Thank you, Thank You so much for your videos. I appreciate your step by step instructions that are so helpful to me. Blessings for a great week.
i have a homebuilt rv policy with progressive for a total value that i set. it includes roadside assistance too. its only $78/month
Thanks David By watching your videos I know what not to do. Lol Great vids😉