Hey guys 🙂 Absolutely LUUUV y'all (from one South Carolinian to another 😉) I enjoyed your recommendation and gave it a try fyi the HelloFresh code seems to have expired.🤷♀
I was behind a promaster at costco gas tonight and thought to myself, If Jimmy or Nat step out to fuel up, I am paying for their fuel. I felt it was the least I could do for the many hours of entertainment I have received. Keep it up.
Aww that is so sweet! 😊 We would have truly appreciated it! 💚 So glad the videos and journey have brought you some entertainment! We enjoying making them so much!
Thank you for sharing the cost breakdown for both builds, esp your van. Most people that have shared this info was pre-pandemic when everything was so much cheaper. Its nice to see what it would cost now. Would love to hear more financial data like your income streams and the cost to live on the road. Thanks for your transparency and sharing all of this info! Safe travels! 💛💛
I found this to be a VERY interesting video! Seeing the breakdown of costs (excluding your time and labor) for both vehicles shows a lot of growth between saguaro and pancake! I would be interested in seeing more as well....what does a typical month on the road cost you...how do you get your bills and mail (if any) and how do you do your banking from all over the country?
Jim and Natalie, congratulations on your van build. It may sound expensive to you but you have saved thousands of dollars. Vans are costing $80,000 to $120,000 for the type of traveling purposes you all enjoy. We all love your videos. We wish you to see the priceless sights and memories many of us may never experience in person. Carpe diem “Seize the day.”
You two are amazing! I am well past my traveling years, but love going with you vicariously. I've enjoyed the builds as much as the travel and appreciate the details you share! Keep those smiles and let the wheels keep rolling!
Thank y'all for being so candid about the budget/builds of both vehicles. We have dicussed/dreamed about doing this and only had our own guesses about what it would be. Thanks for the tips on what to look for (i.e. the plumbing) which would not have occurred to me. I love y'all so much. You are so talented and skilled. You can just do anythin/everything. Thanks again for helping others. Much love from SC, Jane❤🙏
The video is really good. Your transparency will help many in the thought process of Van life. You guys are also an inspiration. You did this without debt, that in my opinion is priceless.
I am extremely grateful for you guys!! I have no doubt that your videos helped me save some money on my build!! Thanks so much for sharing all this!! It is so cool seeing this side of the build!!
The reason I and I think most people watch your channel is because you’re both so likable. So videos like this are fine, as well as the travel vids of course. Me personally, I like seeing day to day van life stuff. Just you two hanging out, going grocery shopping etc…but I understand some people might find that boring. Anyway, thanks for the videos.
That was great! Glad you made money on the bus I was worried. That is a big price for Pancake but if it is all you want, reliable, and Natalie can drive it its a big win. I like hearing about costs and budgets, some youtubers don't tell you and they are spending like crazy takes away from the adventure. So a traveling budget once and awhile would be helpful like gas, maintenance and park pass's. Thanks for sharing!
I love the transparency of this video! I also recently converted my van & felt like it was a ton of money (mine was at 49k total) but I definitely feel a lot safer in a newer van than my old one🙏🏼 it’s nice knowing that price is about average now! Safe travels guys!!🏔️🚐🌞
I'm not in the market for a van right now, but who knows what the future may bring! I still found it very interesting though and very good helpful info. You both have gone from strength to strength,can see such a difference,you are very much true van lifers. Well done 😊
I find all of this info fascinating. It's always awkward to ask someone how much they spent. I think it's great that you guys are willing to share including the parts that were sponsored. That is important to know. I am always curious about sources of income in this lifestyle, but again, that's a personal thing and I appreciate anything you are willing to share.
I liked it. More on the expenses is welcomed and encouraged. You might consider going through in one video all of the mechanical issues that plagued your first few months, and remind folks of the schoolie shop that finally got your rig running right. Was there a preference for the international chassis, or was it just the body style you were after and the one you found just happened to be an International?
I have not read all the comments so this might have been mentioned already but I think one big reason your van build was financially successful is due to both of your’s craftsmanship and knowledge of this type of build. I was especially impressed with your woodworking abilities. $55k for a great van is awesome and it’s every bit as good as a Winnebago and certainly better than some other B vans built in a factory
I liked it enough to subscribe. How's that? LOL Seriously, great job on the builds and the breakdown of costs!! WOW van prices are just silly from where they should be. Look forward to catching more of your content soon. Enjoyed the Niagara Falls stop..."Why are they walking to Canada?" Cause it's fun....yes, I've done that...course it was 10 cents on the toll back in 1991 and I didn't need a passport.
The biggest surprise was the van cost at 42-k. Those bare / base vans are expensive. Ouch 💵 ! Second surprise was the bus sale price. 👍 The time / care you both put into the bus and van is impressive.
Ever since the pandemic vehicle prices - even used vehicles - are just ridiculous. Vehicle makers assumed people would stop buying them, so they ramped things down (plus hard to get workers in during lockdown) but demand went the opposite way, people at home wanted to get out more. Then when they started back up all the supply chain issues hit. It's going to take years to calm down.
OK I'll bite. Curious about how much you spend on the road - how you budget, what process you use and what you're doing for work other than being TH-cam "influencers."
I have a Ford Transit Connect 2011, van build, with bed/sofa, flooring, cabinet, storage, no windows, with some accesories and would luke to sell it. I live in California Sonoma County. Any suggestions on where I should list it to sell it other than Craigslist? Thank you both for your channel. I enjoy it so much ❤
A very good video guys! You should be very proud of yourselves for what you have accomplished. You have both done an excellent job. The price of vans are incredible these days. When I bought my complete Winnebago conversion it was a 1994 Dodge 250 and it was loaded with everything. That cost me $18,000 in '95 and it had less than 6,000 miles. It included the roof air, sink, bed, captains, chairs, tv etc. And it had 30 amp power. Sure wish I had it now! Keep up the videos and stay safe. I look for you on the road. Now I travel in a Springbar tent and a Hyundai Santa Fe!
Omg it was so awesome meeting you two in person. Ya'll are the sweetest. Natalie, Kathy was so sorry she didn't get to see you. Ty for this video. It's extremely helpful to me as I'm searching for a new rig. It's hard to find anything. I've found several mini busses and a transit but the prices are through the roof. With only SS and my pt job, saving is hard. I'm pretty sure I'll have a payment. Although, I'd love to be like you guys and be debt free. I'd love to see more videos like this. Thanks again and happy travels!!
Such great info you two! Thank you for your transparency and such a positive outlook on everything . I looked for you when you were in Santa Fe! Hope your summer is full of fun and great adventures. Keep these great video's coming! Best wishes from sunny Santa Fe, New Mexico
I always enjoy these videos that go into the details and wish more people would be transparent about costs and how they finance their journeys on the road. I think it would give people a lot of different ideas on how to make life on the road a reality. Thank you for sharing!
I found it to be informative and helpful, did not know they still made lead fittings for plumbing.... Daily or weekly life cost could also be good to know as well.
Wow that's awesome. Even starting your own website! The information and the way you're presenting it will most assuredly help others out there in the community that are in the process of or are planning a van build. I have watched many different people on TH-cam living this lifestyle. If you consider the cost of housing in the developed world today it's no wonder people young and old are living in this way. The added bonus is you can travel this great country and without having to pay for hotel/motel rooms etc. Thank you for posting this. Safe journeys!!!
I loved this video. It is so very helpful. I would love to see a video sharing the additional topics you mentioned at the end. Thanks again for this video.
I think your video was great. I believe you have helped alot of people who were wondering if they could afford doing something like this. Me personally, I'm not a crafty person. Have been watching you two for quite sometime. Both of you are absolutely adorable, this great Grandma would love to adopt you both!!!! Take care be safe and God Bless from Traveling great Grandma Darlene ❤
Thank you so much for this video and being so transparent. It feels much more human to show us the struggle of the high costs during vanlife, I'd be interested in more videos about the financials of vanlife
You both really planned this out and set up a financial plan to make it happen. I'm just so surprised how young people don't know how to plan for the future. I grew up in the 1960...I started working at 6 years old cutting neighbors grass...at 8 years old I got a paper route until I was 10 years old...I opened my bank account at that age in school...each week we had our teacher save money for us...and at 12 years old I got a bank account..it was called a Christmas account and could only take out money in December..
I guess I’m a numbers geek. I really find the cost breakdowns interesting. I’m sure that your information will help those considering a build in understanding the true costs involved. And if you wanna give us more numbers I’ ll be happy to watch that kind of content. Along with your travels.
I always wondered the cost of building the bus and how much you sold it for. It was a good bus and build. Specially the shower which Natalie built. However, those problems you've had with it are really complicated. I remember the bus spent about a week or so in a shop because the mechanics contracted covid. And you two had to book a place to sleep. Anyway, you had good memories with it. Hopefully the next owner enjoys it and make good memories too. But it was a surprise to learn that the van cost more. Despite of not having a shower built in it.
Your dedication to your budget is so impressive! You guys should be super proud of the quality builds you created for these prices. I loveee cost breakdown videos, thanks so much for sharing! 🧡
Thank you so much for this video--it's great to know the $$$ involved from real people, not so much the fancy, over the top, recirculating showers, heated floors people--not that that's a bad thing for them but I'm between a minimalist and a tightwad and I loved your approach to comfort but affordable
Very good budgeting and accounting of all costs (down to cents). My build is full of mistakes and I’m constantly over budget because of that. I would like to hear how you budget your travels. Thank you!
Great video. I'm interested in tiny home and van life builds and you guys really put together a thoughtful website for those looking to plan their own builds. Thank you!
Appreciate the breakdown. I have all my receipts for my bus and I started in the beginning to keep track of everything in an excel and stopped when I I started returning things that weren't right for the job - it was just overwhelming at that point. I also did the build over 4 months so I was under a time crunch too.
I think this is a great video! Will help a lot of folks dreaming of van life be realistic about the initial outlay, and help them decide if they may have the skills for DIY build, let alone the financial resources.
I really loved this week's video. It was great to see how much you learned and were able to save on the second build. Great job on both builds. You should both be so proud of everything you've accomplished.
I, for one, enjoyed your bus and van build. I have picked up numerous tips and ideas viewing these builds. Like I've said before, you're both a breath of fresh air!!! Following your technique is brilliant, which has given me and others the confidence to tackle these projects!!! Thanks for sharing. Even the little things all add up and make a big difference. Since I'll be starting out full-time, your gasoline purchase per gallon would be interesting to know. Please keep posting your videos!!! Have fun and enjoy each other on your adventures. Toledo 💙
I thoroughly enjoyed your video. It was so professional...the graphics, to presentation, the candor were all awesome. Yes, I definitely would like to see more videos showing the daily costs of living the van life. Who knows, maybe I might get the chance to do it in a limited manner. If not, I think I have said this before--I am living it vicariously through the two of you.
You two are awesome. I've been watching you from about the beginning. And I subscribed right away. You started off relatively inexperienced, and adventuring into the unknown lifestyle of vanlife, and due to your sweet charm, ability to go with the flow, figure things out as you go with the flow, and flex your intelligence, plus a huge part of VanLife, is, you both working so well as a couple, like a real team! Your unique down-home manners and sweet style, has developed a following of people who like your honest goodness. Plus, with your intelligence, you have managed yourselves economically very well as a team. I tell people about both of you. I'm happy to announce to others about your ability to figure things out and develop your unique style of vanlife that promotes fun and adventure, while being free to live the ways you choose, and, you share your adventures with us who appreciate the sweet good people that you are. Earth needs more good natured people like you two Jimmy and Natalie. Thank you for sharing🌻✨️💚
Hugely great video! - Some eye-opening costs there; I'd not have imagined plumbing and hardware to cost so much. Paint, too; it all adds up. And I had watched you building out the van, so this was a great wrap-up. Plus, you're giving us access to even more info, on your new site! Thank you, and best wishes in your traveling life!
How cool guys. I don't believe I would do a single thing different. Cool to see you progress and adapt. Congrats on the amount the bus brought. I hope you have many happy adventures in the van!
This was an Excellent video! Extremely easy to follow no matter who you are. I think those considering do this Vanlife thing really need to know what it takes, and the commitment that is required. I congratulate you on That. Your daily cost breakdown would be good to see as well. Great Job 😇😇
This was a great video. This was able to show the reality of a build and how much the mark up is on Class B vans at stealerships. Not only that you built it, you know every inch of the build if something goes wrong, much neater and simplistic. So many Pro’s to this van build. Enjoy it and keep up the good work.
This was an exceptionally well presented video. My only question at the end was what products were free. You mentioned you saved I believe $4000 by receiving these products at no cost.
It mostly accounted for our 3 batteries (200Ah LiFePO4 x3) and our 3 solar panels (175W x3). There was a few packs of cables and connectors in there - but that was the bulk of the “free” stuff.
You two are absolutely amazing! The info you put out here and on your site will be priceless to folks that are working on deciding what they want and/or what they can afford in a build and which items they can or cannot live without.
Thank you! I could have used this vid abt 3 years ago when I started out with my Transit build. One stop rather than abt 100 😮various vids!! Concise and so useful for the beginner or someone doing a renovation. Will look into your website for specifics!! 🤗 🤗
Very well done. Your desire to share is met with much appreciation. And yes, be proud of your achievements as well as the sacrifices you’ve made along the way.
Great video, your straight forward, humble approach is really appreciated. It is such a good thing that you have also built a website to share all of the details about your builds. You guys rock!!
Now the only thing that’s missing to build a van is Jimmy and Natalie.😊 You guys are so selfless to do this. This is what I love about this channel. Also, since you guys built Saguaro, inflation has gone through the roof. Bravo!
You both from the start have always been so positive and uplifting. You being so transparent must help someone along the way and that should make your heart feel good. Just listening to how thorough you were, puts a smile on so many people smile. Just keep doing what you're doing. Thank you for taking us on your journey.
I'm three years off my planned retirement date and my plan is to do much as you do but in Canada. Thank you for the breakdown because it helps me guestimate what kind of expenses I'm looking at. Obviously there's much I'd do different because of my age and only travelling 1/2 the year but this is really helpful.
You can fill out your address when you complete the order and pretty much ship it anywhere! They will almost always ship on a Wednesday, so it makes planning pretty easy. And they’ll ship it in a normal cardboard box with some pretty intense insulation and ice pack setup. We actually just left ours unopened in our van for the first day and all the ice packs where still frozen when we opened it up the next day
For 50% off with HelloFresh PLUS free shipping on your first box, use code JIMMYANDNATALIE50 at bit.ly/3zaHOe7! 🍃🍃
You advertised that SO well! 😊
Hey guys 🙂 Absolutely LUUUV y'all (from one South Carolinian to another 😉) I enjoyed your recommendation and gave it a try fyi the HelloFresh code seems to have expired.🤷♀
Well done. Awesome of you guys to be so transparent! It will definitely help those trying to begin a life on the road.
Thanks! 💚 We hope someone finds it helpful! 😄
I was behind a promaster at costco gas tonight and thought to myself, If Jimmy or Nat step out to fuel up, I am paying for their fuel. I felt it was the least I could do for the many hours of entertainment I have received. Keep it up.
Aww that is so sweet! 😊 We would have truly appreciated it! 💚 So glad the videos and journey have brought you some entertainment! We enjoying making them so much!
Thank you for sharing the cost breakdown for both builds, esp your van. Most people that have shared this info was pre-pandemic when everything was so much cheaper. Its nice to see what it would cost now.
Would love to hear more financial data like your income streams and the cost to live on the road.
Thanks for your transparency and sharing all of this info! Safe travels! 💛💛
I found this to be a VERY interesting video! Seeing the breakdown of costs (excluding your time and labor) for both vehicles shows a lot of growth between saguaro and pancake! I would be interested in seeing more as well....what does a typical month on the road cost you...how do you get your bills and mail (if any) and how do you do your banking from all over the country?
Jim and Natalie, congratulations on your van build. It may sound expensive to you but you have saved thousands of dollars. Vans are costing $80,000 to $120,000 for the type of traveling purposes you all enjoy. We all love your videos. We wish you to see the priceless sights and memories many of us may never experience in person. Carpe diem “Seize the day.”
🤘🏻😎🤘🏻
Awesome stuff guys
Thanks!! 💚
You two are amazing! I am well past my traveling years, but love going with you vicariously. I've enjoyed the builds as much as the travel and appreciate the details you share! Keep those smiles and let the wheels keep rolling!
We’re happy to have you along for the journey! Thanks so much Paul!! 💚😊
Thank y'all for being so candid about the budget/builds of both vehicles. We have dicussed/dreamed about doing this and only had our own guesses about what it would be. Thanks for the tips on what to look for (i.e. the plumbing) which would not have occurred to me. I love y'all so much. You are so talented and skilled. You can just do anythin/everything. Thanks again for helping others. Much love from SC, Jane❤🙏
The video is really good. Your transparency will help many in the thought process of Van life. You guys are also an inspiration. You did this without debt, that in my opinion is priceless.
I am extremely grateful for you guys!! I have no doubt that your videos helped me save some money on my build!! Thanks so much for sharing all this!! It is so cool seeing this side of the build!!
Thanks Cory!! 💚 We're glad you liked it, and have found our videos helpful! 😄
The reason I and I think most people watch your channel is because you’re both so likable. So videos like this are fine, as well as the travel vids of course. Me personally, I like seeing day to day van life stuff. Just you two hanging out, going grocery shopping etc…but I understand some people might find that boring. Anyway, thanks for the videos.
That was great! Glad you made money on the bus I was worried. That is a big price for Pancake but if it is all you want, reliable, and Natalie can drive it its a big win. I like hearing about costs and budgets, some youtubers don't tell you and they are spending like crazy takes away from the adventure. So a traveling budget once and awhile would be helpful like gas, maintenance and park pass's. Thanks for sharing!
I love the transparency of this video! I also recently converted my van & felt like it was a ton of money (mine was at 49k total) but I definitely feel a lot safer in a newer van than my old one🙏🏼 it’s nice knowing that price is about average now! Safe travels guys!!🏔️🚐🌞
I'm not in the market for a van right now, but who knows what the future may bring! I still found it very interesting though and very good helpful info. You both have gone from strength to strength,can see such a difference,you are very much true van lifers. Well done 😊
Impressive!! Very nice that you were both disciplined to keep track of every item purchased. This will be very helpful for others in their planning.
Love the information! You guys did so much to get ready and build both vehicles. One last category: Love into both builds~priceless!
I find all of this info fascinating. It's always awkward to ask someone how much they spent. I think it's great that you guys are willing to share including the parts that were sponsored. That is important to know. I am always curious about sources of income in this lifestyle, but again, that's a personal thing and I appreciate anything you are willing to share.
I liked it. More on the expenses is welcomed and encouraged.
You might consider going through in one video all of the mechanical issues that plagued your first few months, and remind folks of the schoolie shop that finally got your rig running right. Was there a preference for the international chassis, or was it just the body style you were after and the one you found just happened to be an International?
I am very impressed with your build...both builds.I am especially impressed with what you did with your solar and electrical system.
I have not read all the comments so this might have been mentioned already but I think one big reason your van build was financially successful is due to both of your’s craftsmanship and knowledge of this type of build. I was especially impressed with your woodworking abilities. $55k for a great van is awesome and it’s every bit as good as a Winnebago and certainly better than some other B vans built in a factory
Yes , we want more videos like this.. That was very informative ..🎉 Thanks❣️
I liked it enough to subscribe. How's that? LOL Seriously, great job on the builds and the breakdown of costs!! WOW van prices are just silly from where they should be.
Look forward to catching more of your content soon. Enjoyed the Niagara Falls stop..."Why are they walking to Canada?" Cause it's fun....yes, I've done that...course it was 10 cents on the toll back in 1991 and I didn't need a passport.
The biggest surprise was the van cost at 42-k. Those bare / base vans are expensive. Ouch 💵 ! Second surprise was the bus sale price. 👍 The time / care you both put into the bus and van is impressive.
It's absurd. I have a converted '06 Sprinter and it came with the original invoice. I could sell it today for more than the original cost.
Ever since the pandemic vehicle prices - even used vehicles - are just ridiculous. Vehicle makers assumed people would stop buying them, so they ramped things down (plus hard to get workers in during lockdown) but demand went the opposite way, people at home wanted to get out more. Then when they started back up all the supply chain issues hit.
It's going to take years to calm down.
OK I'll bite. Curious about how much you spend on the road - how you budget, what process you use and what you're doing for work other than being TH-cam "influencers."
I have a Ford Transit Connect 2011, van build, with bed/sofa, flooring, cabinet, storage, no windows, with some accesories and would luke to sell it. I live in California Sonoma County. Any suggestions on where I should list it to sell it other than Craigslist? Thank you both for your channel. I enjoy it so much ❤
A very good video guys! You should be very proud of yourselves for what you have accomplished. You have both done an excellent job. The price of vans are incredible these days. When I bought my complete Winnebago conversion it was a 1994 Dodge 250 and it was loaded with everything. That cost me $18,000 in '95 and it had less than 6,000 miles. It included the roof air, sink, bed, captains, chairs, tv etc. And it had 30 amp power. Sure wish I had it now! Keep up the videos and stay safe. I look for you on the road. Now I travel in a Springbar tent and a Hyundai Santa Fe!
Very nice video, so much of very needed Info,for when it’s time to build, thank you so much,
Omg it was so awesome meeting you two in person. Ya'll are the sweetest. Natalie, Kathy was so sorry she didn't get to see you. Ty for this video. It's extremely helpful to me as I'm searching for a new rig. It's hard to find anything. I've found several mini busses and a transit but the prices are through the roof. With only SS and my pt job, saving is hard. I'm pretty sure I'll have a payment. Although, I'd love to be like you guys and be debt free. I'd love to see more videos like this. Thanks again and happy travels!!
Such great info you two! Thank you for your transparency and such a positive outlook on everything . I looked for you when you were in Santa Fe! Hope your summer is full of fun and great adventures. Keep these great video's coming! Best wishes from sunny Santa Fe, New Mexico
I always enjoy these videos that go into the details and wish more people would be transparent about costs and how they finance their journeys on the road. I think it would give people a lot of different ideas on how to make life on the road a reality. Thank you for sharing!
This was so helpful you guys are absolutely amazing!!
I found it to be informative and helpful, did not know they still made lead fittings for plumbing.... Daily or weekly life cost could also be good to know as well.
Wow that's awesome. Even starting your own website! The information and the way you're presenting it will most assuredly help others out there in the community that are in the process of or are planning a van build. I have watched many different people on TH-cam living this lifestyle. If you consider the cost of housing in the developed world today it's no wonder people young and old are living in this way. The added bonus is you can travel this great country and without having to pay for hotel/motel rooms etc. Thank you for posting this. Safe journeys!!!
Wish I could give you ten thumbs up in appreciation for your transparency and your level of cost detail. Well done!
I'd love to see more about monthly budgets and how much it takes to afford your lifestyle, that would be very useful information for many.
I loved this video. It is so very helpful. I would love to see a video sharing the additional topics you mentioned at the end. Thanks again for this video.
I love it when people speak openly and honestly about money. How else can people Learn? Thank you!
I think your video was great. I believe you have helped alot of people who were wondering if they could afford doing something like this. Me personally, I'm not a crafty person. Have been watching you two for quite sometime. Both of you are absolutely adorable, this great Grandma would love to adopt you both!!!! Take care be safe and God Bless from Traveling great Grandma Darlene ❤
Thank you so much for this video and being so transparent. It feels much more human to show us the struggle of the high costs during vanlife, I'd be interested in more videos about the financials of vanlife
Great job guys I’m so glad you are enjoying life together and living your dream. Love you guys God Bless!
You both really planned this out and set up a financial plan to make it happen. I'm just so surprised how young people don't know how to plan for the future. I grew up in the 1960...I started working at 6 years old cutting neighbors grass...at 8 years old I got a paper route until I was 10 years old...I opened my bank account at that age in school...each week we had our teacher save money for us...and at 12 years old I got a bank account..it was called a Christmas account and could only take out money in December..
I guess I’m a numbers geek. I really find the cost breakdowns interesting. I’m sure that your information will help those considering a build in understanding the true costs involved. And if you wanna give us more numbers I’ ll be happy to watch that kind of content. Along with your travels.
I always wondered the cost of building the bus and how much you sold it for. It was a good bus and build. Specially the shower which Natalie built. However, those problems you've had with it are really complicated. I remember the bus spent about a week or so in a shop because the mechanics contracted covid. And you two had to book a place to sleep. Anyway, you had good memories with it. Hopefully the next owner enjoys it and make good memories too. But it was a surprise to learn that the van cost more. Despite of not having a shower built in it.
YAY!!!
Thank you this will help other people build. Well done!
Such a awesome video, sadly money runs everything so this video is so important. Thanks so much I hope it helps so many people!!
Your dedication to your budget is so impressive! You guys should be super proud of the quality builds you created for these prices. I loveee cost breakdown videos, thanks so much for sharing! 🧡
Aw, thanks so much you guys! 😊💚
Thank you so much for this video--it's great to know the $$$ involved from real people, not so much the fancy, over the top, recirculating showers, heated floors people--not that that's a bad thing for them but I'm between a minimalist and a tightwad and I loved your approach to comfort but affordable
Very good budgeting and accounting of all costs (down to cents). My build is full of mistakes and I’m constantly over budget because of that.
I would like to hear how you budget your travels.
Thank you!
Great video. I'm interested in tiny home and van life builds and you guys really put together a thoughtful website for those looking to plan their own builds. Thank you!
Yay! Congrats on the website launch. I love it! Y'all are so awesome and generous to share all this!❤❤❤Jane
Great video. Very informative.
I think is was wonderful to share your costs in order to help future beginning builders.
Appreciate the breakdown. I have all my receipts for my bus and I started in the beginning to keep track of everything in an excel and stopped when I I started returning things that weren't right for the job - it was just overwhelming at that point. I also did the build over 4 months so I was under a time crunch too.
I think this is a great video! Will help a lot of folks dreaming of van life be realistic about the initial outlay, and help them decide if they may have the skills for DIY build, let alone the financial resources.
I really loved this week's video. It was great to see how much you learned and were able to save on the second build. Great job on both builds. You should both be so proud of everything you've accomplished.
I, for one, enjoyed your bus and van build. I have picked up numerous tips and ideas viewing these builds. Like I've said before, you're both a breath of fresh air!!! Following your technique is brilliant, which has given me and others the confidence to tackle these projects!!!
Thanks for sharing. Even the little things all add up and make a big difference. Since I'll be starting out full-time, your gasoline purchase per gallon would be interesting to know. Please keep posting your videos!!! Have fun and enjoy each other on your adventures. Toledo 💙
Awesome videos sorry I’m so late
I thoroughly enjoyed your video. It was so professional...the graphics, to presentation, the candor were all awesome. Yes, I definitely would like to see more videos showing the daily costs of living the van life. Who knows, maybe I might get the chance to do it in a limited manner. If not, I think I have said this before--I am living it vicariously through the two of you.
You two are just the sweetest. I’m sure nobody thinks negatively about you all wanting to share and help people out. Keep being you sweet selves!!!
Soo helpful! Thank you for sharing ⭐
Awesome video! Thanks
You two are awesome.
I've been watching you from about the beginning. And I subscribed right away.
You started off relatively inexperienced, and adventuring into the unknown lifestyle of vanlife, and due to your sweet charm, ability to go with the flow, figure things out as you go with the flow, and flex your intelligence, plus a huge part of VanLife, is, you both working so well as a couple, like a real team!
Your unique down-home manners and sweet style, has developed a following of people who like your honest goodness.
Plus, with your intelligence, you have managed yourselves economically very well as a team.
I tell people about both of you. I'm happy to announce to others about your ability to figure things out and develop your unique style of vanlife that promotes fun and adventure, while being free to live the ways you choose, and, you share your adventures with us who appreciate the sweet good people that you are.
Earth needs more good natured people like you two Jimmy and Natalie.
Thank you for
sharing🌻✨️💚
Hugely great video! - Some eye-opening costs there; I'd not have imagined plumbing and hardware to cost so much. Paint, too; it all adds up. And I had watched you building out the van, so this was a great wrap-up. Plus, you're giving us access to even more info, on your new site! Thank you, and best wishes in your traveling life!
We also thought it was cool to see the breakout by category! So glad you appreciate the website, and thanks so much for your support! 💚😄
How cool guys. I don't believe I would do a single thing different. Cool to see you progress and adapt. Congrats on the amount the bus brought. I hope you have many happy adventures in the van!
This was an Excellent video! Extremely easy to follow no matter who you are. I think those considering do this Vanlife thing really need to know what it takes, and the commitment that is required. I congratulate you on That. Your daily cost breakdown would be good to see as well. Great Job 😇😇
Jimmy.... respect. That is a serious negotiating shirt 😉
Glad you two got a good deal on Pancake 🥞
In hindsight, that’s probably why they didn’t take us very seriously… lol 🤣🤣🤣
This was a great video. This was able to show the reality of a build and how much the mark up is on Class B vans at stealerships. Not only that you built it, you know every inch of the build if something goes wrong, much neater and simplistic. So many Pro’s to this van build. Enjoy it and keep up the good work.
Excellent information!
This was an exceptionally well presented video. My only question at the end was what products were free. You mentioned you saved I believe $4000 by receiving these products at no cost.
It mostly accounted for our 3 batteries (200Ah LiFePO4 x3) and our 3 solar panels (175W x3). There was a few packs of cables and connectors in there - but that was the bulk of the “free” stuff.
You two are absolutely amazing! The info you put out here and on your site will be priceless to folks that are working on deciding what they want and/or what they can afford in a build and which items they can or cannot live without.
Thank you! I could have used this vid abt 3 years ago when I started out with my Transit build. One stop rather than abt 100 😮various vids!! Concise and so useful for the beginner or someone doing a renovation. Will look into your website for specifics!! 🤗 🤗
💯MUCH❤ FROM ALBUQUERQUE NEW MEXICO.
Thanks Archie!
Very well done. Your desire to share is met with much appreciation.
And yes, be proud of your achievements as well as the sacrifices you’ve made along the way.
Great video, your straight forward, humble approach is really appreciated. It is such a good thing that you have also built a website to share all of the details about your builds. You guys rock!!
You guys rock! Hope y'all are doing well!
Aw, thank you!! Hope you're doing well too! 💚😄
Now the only thing that’s missing to build a van is Jimmy and Natalie.😊 You guys are so selfless to do this. This is what I love about this channel. Also, since you guys built Saguaro, inflation has gone through the roof. Bravo!
Howdy! What tripod do you have? Not the Joby, the bigger one... Thanks!
Our big tripod is this one: amzn.to/3UsJRE1
Ours has one red leg, but other than that it’s identical to this one. Hope this helps! 😄
@@JimmyandNatalie Thank you... looks fairly compact. All the best!
You both from the start have always been so positive and uplifting. You being so transparent must help someone along the way and that should make your heart feel good. Just listening to how thorough you were, puts a smile on so many people smile. Just keep doing what you're doing. Thank you for taking us on your journey.
Wow. Down to the penny? 😀
I'm three years off my planned retirement date and my plan is to do much as you do but in Canada. Thank you for the breakdown because it helps me guestimate what kind of expenses I'm looking at. Obviously there's much I'd do different because of my age and only travelling 1/2 the year but this is really helpful.
Beautiful video you make vanlife and America 🇺🇸 Great Again 🖖🏻🇺🇸🫶🏻 live long and prosper 🖖🏻🇨🇦
Thank you much. I'm planning for a Ford Transit. Thank you 🙏🙏🙏 for sharing
Excellent video... You guys are great. I'm just joking around... Just curious about the matching coveralls? 🙂 Good Luck you guys... nice website
Thanks for sharing very informational very helpful and good luck
Great job guys!!!! Next build soon?😆. Just kidding!!😂
Always wonder about the $$$
Appreciate you sharing!!
"If talking about money makes you uncomfortable" .... lol what???
Awesome job guys!!
I totally appreciate your honesty and full disclosure of both builds and would welcome future financial videos. Awesome job. Thank you soooo much!
Great job explaining everything! Good luck
We Really Enjoyed This Video! We Don't Usually Watch These Types Of Videos, But We Really Enjoyed This One, You Put It Together Well!! Thank You!!!
How does Hello Fresh find you on the road???
You can fill out your address when you complete the order and pretty much ship it anywhere! They will almost always ship on a Wednesday, so it makes planning pretty easy. And they’ll ship it in a normal cardboard box with some pretty intense insulation and ice pack setup. We actually just left ours unopened in our van for the first day and all the ice packs where still frozen when we opened it up the next day
It's all very impressive, including your documentation.
Amazingly helpful details. Thanks!
Fascinating. Very informative. Thanks for sharing. Much Blessings to you. 🙏 Lord-Jesus-Christ ✝c✝o✝m
Extra happy that I always watch your videos. Especially the ones during your build. You both are obviously very money savvy, but every view counts. 😅
You did great! Very big accomplishment and a beautiful van!
You did a wonderful job. The van is beautiful and looks comfortable and cozy. That’s for sharing.