GoodBye Van / A New Beginning - Living on the Road 02/2021
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ย. 2024
- Leaving our free camp at Sunny Hill Restoration Area in Umatilla, Florida. We head over to the Ocala area to meet up with Rich, the new owner of my Chevy G20 van. After letting the van go I take the box van to Lake Panaskoffkee to camp for the week and do some work on the van. Thanks Duane for your help!! Thanks for watching!
*My name is Brian. I started living full time in a self built camper van in 2014 in my hometown of San Diego, CA. I hit the road full-time in 2015 to pursue seasonal work and travel around the U.S. I find free camping on public land and enjoy photography, hiking, biking, and kayaking in nature. Join me on my adventures.
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See Brian, this is just another reason why I enjoy you as a person. You gifted the van to someone else because it was gifted to you. That just goes to show where your morality is as a person. Great job.
I concur with your comment. Such a good dude.
Hi Anthony, have to agree with you. Brian is a stand up guy.
Thank you Anthony! I love your cooking show! ✌🏼
I agree. He seems very genuine and kind.
That's how it works... good feelings on all sides. Wish we could see people like this everyday... cause I think most of us ARE like this. Maybe I'm a dreamer...
Yes I am the new Adventure Van Man van owner and I can’t thank Brian nearly enough. We will be buddies forever. I can’t wait to get out there and join you all! Brian was kind enough to get me a great starting camper van so here I come boon-docking somewhere soon. It now has an antique plate too.
hopefully Rich, you can do some videos on your travels with your new van. The adventure continues.
@@MrMark85044 I just may do that. I live in Fort Lauderdale.
I'm Jelly ❣️😋💜 can't wait to be boondocking myself!!
Congrats! Would be great to see your adventures with the van!
Safe travels to you Rich! My hubby and I will be starting our travels next month. We are excited to start our adventure:)
You gifted the van, not sell it? That's awesome of you.
Your calm demeanor is inspiring to me.
Me too I don't have 2 minutes a day this calm
Brian is one of the most down to earth van lifers on TH-cam. I’ve been watching him since 2017. This is the 3rd van. Can’t wait to see how he’s going to make it a home. Stay safe out there Brian.
Umatilla, Florida! I live in Umatilla, Oregon. Did you know that Umatilla, Florida was named after Umatilla, Oregon? Umatilla means "rippling waters" after the Umatilla River which flows into the Columbia River.
I’m excited to watch the evolution of your box van. It feels like a brand new chapter for the adventurevanman. I’m already a little nostalgic for the old Chevy, but her time had come. Here’s cheers to you and Kelly !!
So sad to see the old van drive away without you, but the adventure continues! Thanks for taking us along.
S o I 🙏👍🏻✌️
@Rose Thanks Rose. You all seem awesome.
Remembering the first van you gifted to the guy at the Christmas tree lot a few years ago - the adventure continues! ✌🏼❤️🚐
You are a true vanner to gift your home to another person so they can have a new life that is so awesome since it was gifted to you you gifted it out to somebody else that's love I thank you for being that way God bless you
"Until we meet again"
A very teary eyed moment...but...a new adventure ❣️
Get ready for big blessings brother giving is the way to go. Big daddy’s blessings are way better than what you could of got out the van. And I’m calling for blessings beyond your wildest dreams and desires to flow your way like a river of blessings to you and Kelly. May you have a hedge of protection be with you both and surround your vans and life’s. And let your travels be joyful and blessed always. 🙏 👍👍
So glad that you are moving up to a truck. I hope that we will see your truck build. Tell Kellie to not be so shy. All of us like her and want to see her too.
8 years. I hadn't realized I've been following you for that long. I can hardly wait to see what you do to your new box truck. Your buildouts are so simple, and zen. That's what I liked about this one. It's another "wait and see" week. Blessings.
Congrats on your new Box Van ! 😁🎉🎉💙🧡🙏🙏
Very good, excited to see progress. Thanks!
It's so good to see kindness and common sense is alive and well. Let the renovations begin!!! Thank you for sharing.
Congratulations on YOUR New Adventures in The New BOX VAN HOME ❤💪
You're a nice guy Brian, and good things happen to good people mate, got to admire your generosity. Safe travels and stay safe.
You look happy and relieved to be making a start on the new van :) Away we go!
Charlotte from Ky.🙂
The passthrough is a must have if your living in the van. I like that you didn't cut square corners. 👍☮☸
Brian, your generosity is humbling. Major respect to you, sir.
WOW the pass through came out much better than I had thought it would . Looking forward to your van build Brian and wishing you good luck with everything !
Even I felt a little bereft watching the old van disappear around the corner 😢. But I’m stoked to watch the evolution of version 3.0!
It's been great spending some time with you and Kelly again !!
I'm now at my buddies place doing some maintenance on my van and enjoying the warmer weather. Looking forward to seeing how your project is coming along !! Peace to all our nomad brothers and sisters !!!!
Won't be the same without that beautiful classic van!!
Even from Australia it feels like a special privilege to have you sharing like this. Certainly everything looks like its working out for you. Good ethics, giving that van away that was gifted to you. Can't wait to see the full conversion. Peace, friends.
Soooo happy for you Brian.
You have accomplished so much in your life in such a short time.
No one deserves good happening to them, more than you do.
Genuinely kind and nice person.
Goodbye ‘old’ Van.....Hello ‘new’ van...let the adventure continue !!
🙋🏿♀️ Goodbye Adventurevan 2.0. Hello Adventurevan 3.0! 🥳 Celebration & Salute to New Beginnings 🤩 I can’t wait for the continued adventures! ✌🏿
Hi Shemaj, looks like we travel in the same circles LoL. He's a good guy who deserves all the blessings that I pray follows for him. Hope you & Mom are well.😘
This is why so many people love you. Honest, fair, calm, rational, and fabulous photography. I hope you have many wonderful adventures in the new truck, and look forward to watching the build. Thank you Brian!!
I can't think of a better person to gift this van to. I know Richard and he is very kind and caring. He has a huge heart and is so excited to have this van. Thank you!!!! Meow
Got that pass-through done like a champion. Badass! Congrats, and thank you for having us along for the ride. "Hear, here"
OK let's get started...
Bed , fridge , sink , potty , shower , cabinets for kitchen , tool room ,bike rack , cabinets for clothes , battery bank , solar gauges and gizmos , solar panels , sock drawer , aquarium , TV and entertainment center , satalite dish , clear , grey and black tanks , back porch , and roof deck . OK...all done.
THIS IS THE EXCITING PART, THE BUILDOUT.
You’re such an awesome soul! Wishing you all the best and much happiness in your new home. I’m glad you have Kelly by your side to share your adventures with. 💕
Congratulations I think a small box van is the best option looking forward to your build 🤔😃❤️🌵🌲✌️👍🎉🎉🎉🎉
When you bless others, you bless yourself...enjoy your journey.
Like losing a friend for sure but life goes on. New van will be a palace when you get done, take your time creating it.
...let the adventure continue.🙏🏻
The cutout made a huge improvement, Brian. Well done. Good post as always. Thanks from Aussie Zip in Vietnam
And the work begins. Looking forward to seeing it all come together. ✌
Thanks Again Brian For Sharing Your Knowledge.
Awe, how nice to see Duane! Best of luck on your rebuild and dentures in your new home.
Thanks Brian. We live around the corner and never knew you could camp here! Good luck with the new van. Enjoy the Forest while your here. Thanks for the years of entertainment and education.
You’re special Brian! That’s why we love you! ❤️🙏 Kelly, too!❤️🙏
The best of luck in your box truck! Love your videos from Jakarta Indonesia!
Congratulations on the new home. First cut came out nice and smooth. I am excited to see the progress. So glad someone else got the old home.
Great to see the story continues, you're really a great bloke, and I'm looking forward to seeing more of your build out.
I will enjoy seeing your new truck take shape."Keep on Trucking"
Wow that was super generous of you Brian gifting the van considering all the work you put into it.
Rebuilt transmission with warranty
Work on valves/lifters
New rims/tires
U joints
Brake work
Also including the solar components and fridge for a donation. Very kind.
The adventure continues, away we go! Cant wait to see how the box truck build goes.
Thank you for sharing your life with me.
Wow 3 years have past so quick I remember when you were fitting the Chevy van out. Looking forward to seeing the new van evolve.
The community is good because of you Brian.
Great to see Dwayne still remember the breakfast he made up Salina canyon a few years ago
You could have sold the van, but instead decided to give it to someone, nice good hearted decision.
Great memory’s. As a vanner, I look forward to the new build. .
How exciting. Cheers
Congratulations! Always a spot in my driveway for you and Kelly!
I'd probably get some hinges and a latch and use that part you cut out as a door. Since you're going to Tampa i hope you go to Busch Gardens. Lots of fun and they have roller coasters :-)
Thanks adventuring for your fans, Brian!!! ADVENTURE ON!!!
This is a super satisfying part of van camping. Great to see the new spaces open up and the possibilities too. Thanks for the video!
As you say, the adventure continues. I'm sure it will be hard work but so excited for you, hope it all goes smoothly. :)
Looking forward to seeing the new Vehicle.. Wishing you lots of good Miles!
Blank canvas on the new rig .is always the exciting part .enjoy
Tampa Floridian here- hope you have a good time in our area -
OK here we go! I know the new owner will enjoy the old van and you will really enjoy your new box van. Give you so much more room. I'm excited to see it come together!
That’s a perfect little door! The new van owner was very sweet....look forward to the new projects and adventures 😎
It's great you "Paid It Forward" to the gift that was given to you. You are a good man Brian!
So very proud of your gifting it forward. Much respect !! Peace
You are a good soul. Can't wait to see your completed build. Stay safe.
Good times with good people! Good luck to Rich and Duane thanks for your help!
We love being with you Brian, I’m so happy for you! Can’t wait to see the rest of the build!
Look forward to your next vehicle and chapter in your life. Very cool that you gifted the gifted van!
Brian, So excited to see the progress on your box van. Thank you for the adventure. Stay safe and take care.
Hooray and CONGRATS!! You have a kind and giving heart Brian. My dad always said, “it will come back to you tenfold!” Looking forward to the BOX build. Cheering you on!! ‼️💯❤️🚚💨
You are a principled man to gift the van. You must be an old soul. I’m proud to follow you in your adventures.
I watch your videos to calm me. I really enjoy them, as do the rest of us.
Thank you for sharing part of your life with us
Wow you did a real nice cut through that wall .
Can't wait to see the finished product.
Yeah 💃 doin a happy dance seeing you on your new adventure.
I always wondered about cutting a pass through and enjoyed watching you cutting it like a boss!
Thanks for inviting us! So excited to watch you build out your new home! Congrats!
It's so sad to see an old friend go; we've had such fun together
Nice job on the cutting on the pass through, good idea rounding those corners! 💕👍
I can’t believe I actually teared up when he drove away in the ‘old’ van. I been watching too much AdventureVanMan !! 😉
Ha......love seeing Kelly. Its fun watching you with you new van.
Scared the heck out of us when your appendix surgery occurred.
Pass-through moment - so cool. At that moment, I began to believe an epic build is ahead.
Wow, you are in my backyard. I live in Ocala. It’s very nice where you’re at. I hope you enjoy the warm weather because it’s been quite cold this year but it is starting to warm up
Congratulations Brian on your new home on wheels! Safe travels wherever you roam. ✌🧡
It's good to see you already working on your new home!
Hi Brian Congratulations on the new van I can't wait for the new build its going to be neat to see what you do I'll be watching # Adventure begins with a new van
The new Box Van looks really nice, it will be a lot better and more room, You guys take care and stay safe,
A new adventure within your adventures with the building of your new home It's exciting !!
Brian, gifting your van as it was gifted to you Awesome !! That's why you are so loved & respected
So happy for you Brian.
Yay! Glad to see your progress. So excited for you!
You are a kind and generous soul. Looking forward to seeing the build out.
Nice straight cut-out, it is very easy to mess that up, well done.
Duane helped!! ✌🏼
How cool is this....and away we go.......
You paid it forward with extras and made a dream come true for someone else! That's awesome! Let the build and new chapter begin!!
Sad to see the old van go away but excited to see you start on the new truck.
Yes. I cannot wait to see what you do with this. So cool. And paying it forward always....I respect that about you and your channel.
So generous of you, awesome people doing awesome things