Good that Speck has new tires and front brakes. Wondering how you decide where to park for the night in your area. Overnight parking is on of my biggest concerns in considering van life. Thanks Aja ~
I feel like through time I’ve figured out the best spots to stealth park at overnight (and I made a whole video on my stealth camping tips if you wanna check that out!) otherwise I use iOverlander and google maps! 💗
I'm glad they fixed your baby for you. I'm not too fond of it when my van is down for a few hours or more. But hey I live in a van and once in a while, it happens. Your baby has new shoes now aka wheels & brakes. Safe travels to you always!
Hello and greetings from Prague, from the middle of Europe! I really enjoyed your videos, even though I watch them on a whim, lol! I think I'm getting a little addicted to your awesome personality! Be safe!
Glad u got her all fixed up...car repairs are always a pain, but really doesn't change anything for me even though I don't live in my car cuz I never have anyone to pick me up & have to pretty much sit around too. ✔️ that's done!
I always wonder how hard it is to find parts for these older vehicles (after crying over the fact that a 90s vehicle is now considered an antique-- same vibe as when I cry hearing Nirvana on the "classic rock" station lol) . I'm currently living in south America but channels like yours have inspired me to decide that if I ever come back to the states I would do it on the road in the west coast (after driving thru my home turf, the smokies and Appalachia) so I really like these vlogs that are more realistic/less curated, thank you!
Aw thank you so much! To answer your question- actually one of the reasons (among many) that I got an Astro is that the Astro vans have been around for a long time, haven’t changed much and are still used as work vans, so therefore (at least in my experience in the US), parts are readily available!
Welcome to Fremont Aja. You walked past a great local breakfast spot, Dino’s, on your way to McDonald’s that beats anything McDonald’s has. You were also close to a couple of Planet Fitness in Fremont that aren’t usually so busy. Glad you found your way around that part of Fremont and Speck was well taken care of.
Dammmmnnn I wish I’d stopped into Dino’s instead of McDonald’s! Will definitely remember that if I’m ever back in that area and will check it out! Thanks for all the recs!
You were in my neighborhood! It's weird seeing my area on a TH-cam video. Nothing better than getting a fresh set of new tires on the van. I know what you mean about that Planet Fitness parking lot. I am a truck driver, and I've had to deliver to that location. Keep up the good work on your videos. Thanks for letting all of us into your world!
Welcome to the bay, luckily there are lots of good shops out here. However, we have had some bad experiences! Also, Bay Area traffic is the worsttttttt
Shouldve walk to tesla factory there in Fremont and do a little tour inside the factory. But u need to sign up for it tho. Damn i miss working there. But glad you got your car back cause working on brakes aint no joke. It's a bit** sometimes especially when bolts and nuts doesnt come out easily. Then parts sometimes is hard to find, especially when it's a bit older. Be safe out there.
Front brakes and a set of tires are costly! Now if you were in so cal area I could have helped you. It’s been the business I’ve been in for over 20 years. I just don’t agree with the high labor costs and excessive mark up in tires. Next time don’t hesitate to contact me prior to having any work performed. After all that automotive stress a nice glass of wine would be necessary! Cheers Aja
Dang that’s a good idea 👀 I think I’ll do that next time! Only catch though is that I like to be readily available if the mechanic calls … and I wouldn’t want to get a call in the middle of a movie. Maybe I could go to a bowling alley or something next time 😂
Nice video. Brings back memories for me when I was your age. Was working for a trucking company in Arkansas and the owners, JB Hunt and Sam Walton took us out for dinner. Mr. Walton advised us drivers not to rent any housing as we could just live in the trucks, save money and buy Walmart stock. He said we would probably all retire with that. Most of us that listened did. I also bought a 20 year old Class A, RV for use when I was not in the truck. They let me store it at the truck terminal. Truck driving is easy and more women should take up the trade. The truck driving school was free and they hired all that completed it.
OH NO NOT MICKY D’S I CANNOT BELIEVE PEOPLE STILL EAT THERE ITS BEEN 29 YEARS SINCE I HAVE EATEN THERE I WILL NOT EAT THERE AGAIN EVEN IF I WAS STARVING TO DEATH FRFR
Yay. Got it done! It’s a good feeling when the vehicle serviced.
Tires and brakes are essential. You did a good job.
Good that Speck has new tires and front brakes. Wondering how you decide where to park for the night in your area. Overnight parking is on of my biggest concerns in considering van life. Thanks Aja ~
I feel like through time I’ve figured out the best spots to stealth park at overnight (and I made a whole video on my stealth camping tips if you wanna check that out!) otherwise I use iOverlander and google maps! 💗
I'm glad you made it through the day. That's a really long day. I totally get it. Go Speck!!
I'm glad they fixed your baby for you. I'm not too fond of it when my van is down for a few hours or more. But hey I live in a van and once in a while, it happens. Your baby has new shoes now aka wheels & brakes. Safe travels to you always!
Hello and greetings from Prague, from the middle of Europe! I really enjoyed your videos, even though I watch them on a whim, lol! I think I'm getting a little addicted to your awesome personality! Be safe!
Hi! Wow I love it, thanks so much for the comment! 🤘 cheers!
Stamford Firestone does breaks....It's in Pacifica....I trust them for my oil changes, breaks, tires etc.
thanks for posting beautiful
Glad u got her all fixed up...car repairs are always a pain, but really doesn't change anything for me even though I don't live in my car cuz I never have anyone to pick me up & have to pretty much sit around too. ✔️ that's done!
I always wonder how hard it is to find parts for these older vehicles (after crying over the fact that a 90s vehicle is now considered an antique-- same vibe as when I cry hearing Nirvana on the "classic rock" station lol) . I'm currently living in south America but channels like yours have inspired me to decide that if I ever come back to the states I would do it on the road in the west coast (after driving thru my home turf, the smokies and Appalachia) so I really like these vlogs that are more realistic/less curated, thank you!
Aw thank you so much! To answer your question- actually one of the reasons (among many) that I got an Astro is that the Astro vans have been around for a long time, haven’t changed much and are still used as work vans, so therefore (at least in my experience in the US), parts are readily available!
ouch i feel old they play nirvana on the classic rock station? smh lol
@@brooklynred6762😂😂😂😂😂
I agree. No telling what the car shop will find wrong. Very stressful.
glad they fixed Speck for you 💞
So cute ❤
Welcome to Fremont Aja. You walked past a great local breakfast spot, Dino’s, on your way to McDonald’s that beats anything McDonald’s has. You were also close to a couple of Planet Fitness in Fremont that aren’t usually so busy. Glad you found your way around that part of Fremont and Speck was well taken care of.
Dammmmnnn I wish I’d stopped into Dino’s instead of McDonald’s! Will definitely remember that if I’m ever back in that area and will check it out! Thanks for all the recs!
Oh and if you’re into burgers, Billy Roy’s, on Thornton, is owned by the same local family that owns Dino’s and is a great burger spot.
You were in my neighborhood! It's weird seeing my area on a TH-cam video. Nothing better than getting a fresh set of new tires on the van. I know what you mean about that Planet Fitness parking lot. I am a truck driver, and I've had to deliver to that location. Keep up the good work on your videos. Thanks for letting all of us into your world!
Welcome to the bay, luckily there are lots of good shops out here. However, we have had some bad experiences! Also, Bay Area traffic is the worsttttttt
Shouldve walk to tesla factory there in Fremont and do a little tour inside the factory. But u need to sign up for it tho. Damn i miss working there. But glad you got your car back cause working on brakes aint no joke. It's a bit** sometimes especially when bolts and nuts doesnt come out easily. Then parts sometimes is hard to find, especially when it's a bit older. Be safe out there.
Seems like an expensive location to get work done. I feel like labor and sales tax would probably be cheaper in OR. or WA.
Tanfran PF larger and much easier parking :o)
Front brakes and a set of tires are costly! Now if you were in so cal area I could have helped you. It’s been the business I’ve been in for over 20 years. I just don’t agree with the high labor costs and excessive mark up in tires.
Next time don’t hesitate to contact me prior to having any work performed.
After all that automotive stress a nice glass of wine would be necessary!
Cheers Aja
You didn’t show us the new tires
Good morning Aja ❤ I am here patiently awaiting for your content love 💕 love 💗 your videos can’t wait to get my Astro van, Have my name already
I think I would have taken an uber to a movie theater. Glad your baby got new brakes and tires.
Dang that’s a good idea 👀 I think I’ll do that next time! Only catch though is that I like to be readily available if the mechanic calls … and I wouldn’t want to get a call in the middle of a movie. Maybe I could go to a bowling alley or something next time 😂
Nice video. Brings back memories for me when I was your age. Was working for a trucking company in Arkansas and the owners, JB Hunt and Sam Walton took us out for dinner. Mr. Walton advised us drivers not to rent any housing as we could just live in the trucks, save money and buy Walmart stock. He said we would probably all retire with that. Most of us that listened did. I also bought a 20 year old Class A, RV for use when I was not in the truck. They let me store it at the truck terminal. Truck driving is easy and more women should take up the trade. The truck driving school was free and they hired all that completed it.
That’s awesome!
OH NO NOT MICKY D’S I CANNOT BELIEVE PEOPLE STILL EAT THERE ITS BEEN 29 YEARS SINCE I HAVE EATEN THERE I WILL NOT EAT THERE AGAIN EVEN IF I WAS STARVING TO DEATH FRFR
Aja, do you know this Guy Who Has A TH-cam Channel Named Winter Is Blue, By The Name Of Mateo?
Yes I know of him! I hope to meet him one day
@@strangedaysdiariesAlso Aja, He Skateboards 🛹 Sometimes In Some Of He’s Videos To.
u move the camera around & talk non-stop, its kind of disorienting... maybe breathe a little ... otherwise cool vlog