Van Life Problems. When Things Go Wrong! (Driving U.K. to Italy)
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- The road to van life Italy… this time, with a cheeky little hitchhiker & lots of mechanical hiccups along the way! 🚐🛠️🐶 Try Readly, with our link you can get 2 months free, which can be canceled at any time: readly.com/jitsintothesunset A huge thanks to Readly for sponsoring this film and supporting us!
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro to JIts
00:45 The Breakdowns Begin
09:42 Eurotunnel from UK to France
11:33 2 months free with Readly
13:14 Browsing new vans - old fire trucks & ambulances
16:44 Arriving to Austria
17:28 We made it to Italy!
20:53 Van life in the Dolomites
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Excited to hear what you guys think of our new van idea 😅 xx Tania, Adam & Triggy 🐾
Looking forward to the new van... and the Dolomites! 🌞
@@SwellerVanDweller Woo Hoo, thank you!! We’re excited to share and have you along for the journey - the views here are 😮 xx Tania
When you are in Italy look at a
Fiat Ducato Van they are 6’6” or 1.9812 meters across and the high tops are 6’6” tall inside!!
You will love the space available to build your home on wheels
Think carefully, you will probably have a new set of problems with the next van. Anyway, have you spoken to Jits? She won't be happy! Spend some money on a new battery and alternator. It's probably all she needs . . .
😂 You're right, we haven’t spoken to Jits. It's going to be hard to break it to her!
But yes, we're really considering our options and we're not going to rush into anything. I take months to buy anything 😂 let alone something as big as a van!! 🚐 Adam
Welcome to Italy! Feel free to hit us up and swing by for a brilliant parking spot with mountain views 😊
Heyyy!! Aww thank you so much for the warm welcome and the very kind offer! 💛 We’re always up for making new friends, so we’ll come find you on Instagram and send you a DM 🥰 xx Tania
Not fun being broken down, things will work out. keep up the positive vibes 🙂
Howard!!! This is WAY too generous!! Not to mention that you already support us on Patreon 😭 Thank you for your thoughtfulness & kindness but really, you didn’t have to! We will message you about this, we’ll have to send you something special in the post to say thank you! ❤ xx Tania
Just a suggestion. Have you ever considered dismantling Jits interior and retro fitting it into a similar van, for example a newer Boxer? Then you could take some of Jits with you and rebuild what I think are the best campervans you can buy to be honest. I really wanted to buy an autosleeper before we converted but we opted for something newer to convert.
Hi Sam! This is a great idea, and yes, we kind of have. We really want to reuse most of the interior of Jits. Fridge, oven, battery set up etc. Because these are all expensive and we've already invested in them. But another part of us wants to keep Jits functional and park her up on some land somewhere. So lots to consider!! But you're right, Autosleepers are so well built! 🚐 Adam
@@JitsIntoTheSunset you could always convert Jits to diesel
"Jits junior" definitely 👌
I love Jits... She is my dream perfect ride but maybe she just wants to retire 😢💐🤗
Aww thank you, Angie! Yeah, we’ve been so fortunate with Jits and all the adventures she’s taken us! Whatever happens, we won’t get rid of her entirely, just park her up somewhere permanently and she will become our ‘guesthouse’. ❤ Thanks for watching and see you for the next one! 🚐🐶💕 xx Tania
I just love your positive outlook even in adverse situations. Whether you are filming at a car park, or anywhere, it is so enjoyable to see you two and Triggy. To two beautiful souls and a sweet little dog. Much love.
Aww, thanks so much, Andy! Really appreciate you - this message has made my day! 🥰 xx Tania
Can't believe how many times you jump started Jits without thinking of getting the alternator checked & a new battery but so glad you're back on the road. (This video wasn't the best sales pitch if you are selling Jits on though!😂.) Looking forward to your now trouble free road trip & beautiful films to follow.
It's isn't just km's that wear on an engine. It's also time.
A 40 year old vehicle with low km's is still a 40 year old vehicle that will have lots of problems.
Wait longer, save, buy newer.
Love the show. Excellent cinematography.
-Greg from rural California
Greg
I know the older vehicles are a lot simpler and easier to fix on the go, theyre built to last and be fixed with some tape and zip ties, but I still question if a 44 year old van will give you the reliability you need. I love it, its a characteristic old girl, which suits you guys down to the ground, but there will be risk involved.
Regardless, absolutely love the videos guys, you are the only people of this type of video that I watch, dont know why, it just feels right. I want to be doing what you are doing some day, but id rather do it with my, as yet, illusive special someone, so perhapse in the future thattl be me too. (if they let me on a NZ passport :P)
Good Luck!!!
aaaah can't wait to see the next part !
So glad to see you no matter what happens!
Hi from Canada. Wishing you luck on your travels and no more break downs. Been loving the videos and watching for a while now. Always excited when I see a new video from you guys! 😁
Hopefully the next van you choose will have less problems than Jits. Have the most amazing day and week everyone 💕 💛.
Thanks so much for the love & good luck wishes for the future! Really appreciate it! ❤ Hope you’re having a wonderful week too and see you again soon for the next film! 🚐💕 xx Tania
Yay you made it! Wishing you the best hurrah for your final trip in Jits :)
Awesome guys 🥰🥰we are glad you managed to get jits back up up and running! We’ve always wondered into getting a van and doing the van life but at the same time worried of challenges being in a van etc! So will be really cool to see you getting on 🙌🏽 we are looking forward to the next vid! hope all the best with jits! ❤️🙌🏽
Excellent platform to build from.
You always make a great video even when things aren’t going well. Hopefully the new battery has kept you going for the remainder of your trip. Thanks as always for sharing your adventure.
Oh no! This has brought a tear to my eye. I want to tell you to give Jits the TLC she needs. She’s got such great bones! But i want y’all to be safe and comfy as well. Hopefully, if not you guys, someone will restore Jits to her glory and she can continue to have adventures. Best of luck! 💜
I shared all the emotions while watching you guys, i was so happy when Jits works out, I am glad you made it to Italy, I wish you all the best and no more hicups. Triggy looks adorable in the bag :)
The Dolomites are our favourite place! 😍 Love your filming, looking forward to next week’s video❤
Beautiful Scenery
Hi Guys, great to see you back on the road, and Italy 🇮🇹 the Dolomites, fantastic. Had many agreat holiday there and lake garda with our caravan 30+ years ago, fantastic area.
Poor Jits, I know how she feels, I find it hard to get going some days, it's old age you know. Looking forward to your next video. Take care, stay safe xx
These views look incredible!!!
Wow what a view, best of luck with Jits, looking forward to the podcast updates.
So glad y’all made it to Italy, poor Jits she’s tired but she keeps pushing. Love your positive outlook to keep pushing just like she does. Also I can’t get enough of Triggy, my husband and I keep aweing at him when he comes on the screen.
Gorgeous video despite all the challenges. Triggy living his best life❤️❤️
Oh So sorry you had so many issues with Jilts😢 🙏🙏 things get beter. Your Doggie is so cute ❤
The Dolomites looked amazing the views are Breathtaking .
Have a Good weekend 🥰🥰
Thanks!
Aww thank you so much, Cheryl, for your generosity! So kind of you - we appreciate you very much already since you always leave us such thoughtful messages 💕 sending you LOTS of love from the 3 of us! 🚐🐶✨ xx Tania
So glad It's is better, bless her. Such beautiful scenery. Enjoy the adventures and stay safe.
Thanks Lorraine! 😊 very much appreciated! She seem to be behaving well so far 🤞🏼 🚐 Adam
It's nice to know that you feel the same as us with the van. Going great, then not, then happy when it is! 🤣. Have fun guys
Hey Don! Ah yes, it’s like a Yo-yo 🪀 of emotions. Sorry to hear you’re going through the same! 😢 Here’s to more adventures than breakdowns! 🚐💕 xx Tania
Catch you in nother exciting tour with jits
love it, as always, you're the best, and i keep my fingers crossed for Jits and the new van as well!
Thanks you!! So far Jits it’s running well in Italy 😬 but I don’t want to speak to soon! 🚐 🇮🇹 Adam
Loved this so much, the realities of van life, the balance of problems but also amazing places. This is what it is truly about. The dolomites look incredible, it's definitely next on our list. Have a great time you three!
Aww thanks a million, Luke! Always appreciate your support and you’re right, with van life comes the good, the great but also the breakdowns & other less desirable bits like cleaning the toilet 😂 xx Tania
The running problem reminds me of an issue i had years ago,car would run perfect hen under certain conditions would stutter and lose power then cut out,i eventually traced it to a clogged-up filter inside the fuel tank, basically and old car with rusty bits floating around inside the tank and would clog up sometimes.took the tank off,flushed it out with a hose pipe,let it dry out upside down and solved the problem permanently
Those old german fire trucks looked pretty amazing, I hope you'll be able to find a worthy successor in the near future! Can't wait for the build videos of Jitters II: Electric Boogaloo. 🙃 I also hope that you still had a good time over in Italy, despite the technical problems~ My own lil' micro camper just broke down and doesn't seem to wanna get fixed any time soon, so my own plans of visiting it had to be postponed for now... 😅
Well done your italy trip to dolomites on my bucket list can’t wait xxx happy travels with Jits. Go old boy
I would replace old rubber on a vintage van. Mercedes T1 are reliable in diesel form and front beam axle good for rough terrain.
Jits starting could be; dirty earth(s), worn out starter motor, failing battery due to high internal resistance in one or more cells or failing alternator. I wouldn't be driving in the fast lane with debatable reliability.
Excellent video wonderful trip and stunning views, loved it even with all the breakdowns have a fun and continue,PS get a new van for next year ha ha
I love the old Merc, currently full time in a 1995 814 T2, and also have a 2004 614 Vario ex-coach to convert - just haven't had the time.
Decent community to - if you look at owners clubs etc.
Well, looking for something uplifting to watch, found this and it didn’t disappoint. Good to know there are some who go the extra mile to help and how good it must feel to get to those fabulous places, after the ups, downs and delays. Looking forward to the next one and hope you get some good advice on your replacement.
Aww thanks so much for the love, Vicky! Really appreciate it! ❤ Glad that despite all the breakdowns and Jits drama, that you too are left with an uplifting feeling! We like to say that ‘there’s always hope’ and how situations are never a bad as they seem! 😅 Thanks again for watching and see you in a couple of weeks for the next film xx Tania
Omg!!!!. Adam said a few breakdowns! That's putting it mildly.! I am so glad you took charge and didn't give up. So many others would have. Jitts will be forever in your heart no matter where she is. Maybe a permanent home somewhere? She would be nice to come home to. Hopefully you will be trouble free in your travels. Thanks so much for taking me along. I cannot wait for each and every video you guys make and when you aren't on regularly, I miss you. Glad you are taking the wee old man with you. He is a beauty.Give Jitters a big hug. She's going to pull through. Safe travels.
Another great film, thank you.
Thanks mate! 🚐🔧
So glad you got that battery and you’re back on the road guys 👌 I was feeling your pain
Thanks for tuning, Lynn & for always taking the time to leave us a message here 🥰 Here’s to some more Jits adventures (hopefully drama-free 😂) and hope you have a wonderful weekend. See you for the next Dolomites film very soon 🚐⛰️✨xx Tania
Amazing!!! Beautiful storytelling as always :)
Thank you so much! 😊 it means a lot!! Really happy to hear you’re enjoying our films! 🚐 Adam
Praying for Jits to make it all the way, one more memorible trip and happy times for all of you. I travel now with my little dog who will be 18 the end of this month. I just got my van the end of July and I love "van life". Thanks for sharing all the good and the bad with us, I love seeing reality. Take care you 3.
Hey Adele! Aww I’m so so pleased to hear this - congratulations on the new van and a big fat welcome from us for joining the van life community, particularly with you little pooch 🚐 🐾💕 Wishing you lots of wonderful adventures together 🐶✨ and thank you again for watching and always taking the time to leave us comments! 🥹 xx Tania
Go Jits!
Aww thanks so much for the love! 🚐💕✨ xx Tania
Great to see you back in Europe, we miss it so much after our 6 weeks over the summer. I can also relate with you guys with our old van HaRVey. Part the way through Germany in a July we developed a problem with our rear axle. The garage was so helpful, but after 10-days (long story) they couldn’t fix it! We had a dilemma head back to the Uk or travel slowly. We did and passed through SW Germany, Switzerland and Franch, and 1500 mikes we arrived home and a very expensive appointment with our garage! New axle…ouch, but he’s back in the road, oh and some welding for his mot. It’s a catch 22 situation and sometimes better the devil you know, especially if our old van was to be replaced with another not so old van, we could be buying somebody else’s problem.
Look forward to your next video from the dolomites.
I've just signed up for Readly via your link. It's exactly the subscription I was looking for so delighted!
Cheers!
Also the Dolomites look amazing!! 🤩 I had no idea it was so beautiful there. Defo adding that area to the travel list.
Sending love from Dublin ❤
Aww!! Thanks so much, Grace!! ❤️ Absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed our film AND that we helped you discover Readly too! 🤓✨ All my life I’ve been known to my friend as someone that loves recommending brilliant finds… so I’m glad I can now extend that here! 👀💕 See you next Sunday for our Dolomites adventure! xx Tania
So happy that you arrived in Europe safely. Whatever you decide, we all look forward to more Triggs Into The Sunset!
Aww ‘Triggs into the Sunset’ has got a wonderful ring to it!! 😅 Love it! Thank you for all the love you always share with us in the comments - excited to show you what we’ve been up to here in the Dolomites in the next film! 🚐🏔️🐾 Have a great weekend! Xx Tania
Hello from Canada! I found your channel last year through Kinging it. Poor Jits, have loved your van. I just had to scrap my rig. It was hard but new adventures always await! Good luck on your search.
Hey guys I just want to say a big thank you for all your videos . Me and my wife both eagerly wait for your videos to go live. One thing I need to call out as an appreciation for you guys that - even the jits break down so many times you never reacted to it wrongly. I am sure a new vehicle will solve your issue for sure. Correlating this with the life - I learn how to handle life tragedies like you handled jits break down every time. Heard about you guys coming to Asia , do visit India / Mumbai and we will be glad to meet you guys in person. God bless Tania , Adam and Jits ❤
had ones of these air locks in fuel line at fuel filter end,common problem
I know your pain had my cam shaft go on mine and living in it for a few months in scotland had to drop my home off and check into some accommodation... so much relief getting it back
Cracking little film...form and content both first rate...one of your best in my opinion.....looking forward to following Jits's last adventure!! 👍
I keep thinking the same thing with my 22 year old!!! Glad you’re enjoying the travels, good to catch up on insta 🎉
Hi. I've watched your channel from the start and it was largely through it that I went out and bought almost the same van but the shorter 1998 Harmony version and we love it. The battery was most definitely the main cause of your problems as I have had exactly the same issue in the past and a new battery should keep you running for a few years to come now. Welding is just something you have to expect on a van of that age and if I were you, I would keep on trucking!
We feel your pain, ours was running amazingly in the UK and as soon as we entered mainland Europe she started playing up. Definitely not barking up the wrong tree, I wish we had looked at old European fire fighting vehicles when we purchased ours, well looked after and low milage 😁
oh guys, we didn't realise when we chatted with you for the podcast when you were in Austria, all that you had been going through! Sending good vibes to Jits now, and we are really looking forward to see your Dolomite Hiking videos - we went through that area many years ago, but didn't get to do any hikes. And a big hug for Triggy.
Just is such a sweet wee van, it's a shame she's on her last legs. I'm really looking forward to the next film, I haven't seen a hiking video in the Dolomites before, it'll be stunning footage to be sure! 💛
Sorry for you troubles with Jits 😞💗
Backpacking dog adventures are so cute 😍🐕
poor old jits 😢 alternator? battery connections? I love that big van you saw.. remember that once you insulate the inside, it will be narrower - also... left hand drive?
Kool people lucky well done 👍😁
Had the same issue last year spent an absolute fortune on my vw t25 keeping it on the road finally gave in and bought a newer Toyota its the best thing just get in and go knowing its going to make it
That last van you were looking at reminded me of Custard, Craig & Aimee's bus.
Wow Tania sounds like the "History Calling" channel. Newly subscribed, Thanks for sharing your travels : )
Hi guys. Another beautiful film, showing the sometimes frustrating reality of van (or any!) life. Hopefully you manage to get Jits and Triggs to some dream locations on this road trip. You continue to inspire me and Nicky 🙏
Hi Nicky! Thanks for you message! Yea, it’s not always plain sailing, but when it goes well it’s all worth it! The last week have been great! Triggy and Jits have had a great time! 🏔️ looking forward to sharing our next films 🚐 🐾 Adam
Hi guys, what a roller coaster of emotions on that trip, so glad you made it. One suggestion.... If Jits go's to van heaven, keep the registration and transfer to the new van!! ......JITS.2.
Take care and looking forward to the next video, love Howard, Helen & Nemo.
Somehow y'all make even breaking down on the side of the highway look good. Love seeing vanlife through your eyes!
Haha, thank you, lovely!! 😅 We we’re worried that all our breakdown footage would bore everyone, so glad to hear that we’ve managed to make it entertaining to watch 😂 Thanks for tuning in & always taking the time to leave us a message here 🥰 Have a wonderful weekend and see you for the next Dolomites film soon 🚐⛰️✨xx Tania
It will be interesting to see if the other intermittent fault goes away now that the new starter battery has been fitted.
Poor battery voltage can throw up some strange faults.
One thing to bear in mind with old diesel vans, is the increase in "low emission zones " in Europe. You may be excluded from many places in the future.
Also I didn't see a "UK" sticker on Jits, the GB stickers were changed to UK ones as from September 2021, over a year ago.
Thanks Melvyn! Some very good points! There is a lot to consider, we definitely haven’t made up our minds yet! Yes, I’ve noticed everyone seems to have UK stickers these days! 🤔 not really sure why that happened 😂 we will try and get hold of a new one, thanks! 🚐 Adam
@@JitsIntoTheSunset the reason the government changed to UK is to include Northern Ireland. Great Britain is formally regarded as England, Scotland and Wales, whereas the United Kingdom includes the above and Northern Ireland.
Fingers crossed that Jits keeps going! Lovely views of the Dolomites!!!
Thanks Eileen! Fingers crossed indeed!! 🤞🏼 Adam
Yay 🎉 sooo glad you & jits& trigs made it to Italy 🎉🇮🇹 🎉 too great when dreams come true 🙌❤ ours is to get to Greece one day 🥰
Aww thanks so much for the love, Rachel!! 🥰 Yes, it definitely feels surreal that we’re here! 🚐🇮🇹🎉 Excited to share our next film because already we’ve been on some breathtaking hikes! 😮 Have a wonderful weekend and here’s to your camper van making it to Greece! 🚐✨ xx Tania
We always say, "in a few months you'll laugh about your current situation and will just see it as part of the big adventure" and usually that is true, but when you're stuck in that situation it is extremely stressful and can potentially spoil all the fun you could be having. That is why I always admire you guys for your positive attitude and outlook on life. Even after issues like you had with Jits or never takes you long to be all smiles and full of excitement again. 👍🏽😉
I can imagine that it'll be difficult to part from Jits after all the adventures you had together (and because we humans get far to attached to material things. We're supposed to love humans and use stuff, but it's often the other way around), but there comes a time for everything and everyone to let go. Jits has done her job, and fabulously so, but I agree with you. You'll need a new van! You've gathered so much vanlife experience by now that I'm sure a conversion done to your liking, specifications and preferences will be a hell of a home. I can't wait to follow you along in your conversion videos.
That Mercedes Vario looks fantastic! 22,000 km?!? If they're original (and with a German dealer I'd bet my left arm on it that they are) that would be fantastic! 500,000 km for those Varios is nothing and even 1 million km is not unheard of. Those vans are indestructible! Also, since you now seem to do most of your vanlife on the European contingent, a LHD might be the way to go. But Adam, with your height you better forget about sleeping widthwise in any van. It's not happening! Don't forget you lose a good 10 cm with insulation too. 😬
All the best from my rock in the Atlantic! 🙏🏽😎
Wishing you guys a beautiful journey through Europe with your beloved Jits🥰
Take pieces of her and add her to your new van so that she can continue to bless you on your future adventures 😁
God Bless 🙏
I think Jits probably needs putting out to pastures now. With all this travelling I really feel you need an upgrade , it’s the temperamental nature that’s the most stressful part of it all
This is actually put together like a short film. Very impressive travel adventure video.
Hi Mauno! Aww thanks so much, I’m glad to hear that you enjoy and appreciate our style of filmmaking. ❤ Have a wonderful weekend and hope to see you again in the comments! 🚐✨ xx Tania
Tania and Adam I love your videos! You inspire me to be happy and grateful and to look in the bright side of things. I am from Delft in the Netherlands, a place you should visit! But soon I will be moving to Bristol. I am already getting inspired to do beautiful trips around UK! Thank you for the nice videos 🙏🏼
Hello Isabelle! Thanks for your wonderful message! 😊 it’s amazing to us to hear that our films help to make you happy!! Thanks so much for your support! Ooo, exciting about Bristol. I have lots of friends who live in Bristol and it’s a wonderful city!! I’m sure you’ll be very happy there! 😊 🚐 Adam
Hi guys there are ups and down in a van, like in any house. we have been lived in our van for over 8 years and traveled England and Europe. We are in Lithuania now and have our share of things going wrong one of which was having to get a new battery like you now we have to get 2 new leisure batteries. Your little dog is cute. He gets to be outside but in a bag when he's a little tired. Luck thing. video was great beautiful scenery thank you.
first, yeah Tanya, Adam - you're the best. Love the adventures and your photography is stunning :)
Woo Hoo!! Thanks so much for your (very speedy) love and support, Luke!! 🤪💕 xx Tania
Keeping my fingers crossed for Jits 🤞 There's still a bit more life in the old girl yet I reckon, she'll see you through Europe. Look forward to seeing another van conversion, that big red van looked good 😁
Aww thanks so much, Angela, for your constant love towards us and Jits, here in the comments! We appreciate you very much 🚐💕 Hope you have wonderful weekend and see you for the next Dolomites film soooooon (I think you’ll really appreciate the views!) ⛰️✨xx Tania
Bit of a lightbulb moment getting a new battery. Can't believe it was not at the top of the list before you left Folkestone!
Love the idea of the vintage van/firetruck with only 22k on it! I hope you can find whatever fits your life well and is still affordable too!
Life with a Van, Motorhome is always a little up and down, old and new. Have been in the Dolomiterna both for Hiking and Skiing, top of the Line!! 😍👍
You’re so right! Wow, yea the Dolomites are beautiful! This last week has been amazing so we’re very excited to share the next video! 🚐 Adam
Coming from experience with a peugeot boxer type van, the earth leads usually give trouble, and the battery clamps wear over time, this gives battery and starting issues. Might be worth getting checked out, I hope you don't give up on jits.
Hi, it sounds like dirt in the fuel tank or lines, some times there's a little filter on the intake fuel line, love your blogs, cheers bigfish
The beautiful scenery aside, Triggy is just a fabulous little old man. I'm in love :) Fingers crossed that Jits gets to keep enjoying these journeys.
Aww thank you!! Triggy is currently fast asleep, but I’ll be sure to tell him and give his a loving belly rub from you when he wakes up! 🐶💕 Thanks for tuning in & always taking the time to leave us a message here 🥰 Have a wonderful weekend and see you for the next Dolomites film soon 🚐⛰️✨xx Tania
The trials and tribulations of an old vehicle. It is an emotional rollercoaster for you. Lucky that the alpine views made a a bit for the disappointments. Great episode, thanks. Günter/Nürnberg
PS: There is a couple in the German GS forum who bought such a used fire brigade Mercedes from the 70ies for their 12-month-sabbatical. And went around the UK, Ireland (where their motorbike on the back was stolen despite using metal cables), France, Spain, Italy. Seems the youngtimer was a great mix between outer and inner size and reliability. They're back to work in Munich in January 2023.
Another cracking vid guys 👍🏼
A little tip i was told years and years ago was, when you turn the key in the ignition, don't immediately try to start the engine.. Let all the lights come on and then wait for most of the dash lights to go off again (especially the little yellow coil light) before turning the engine over.. The coils need to warm up before you start the engine.. I noticed Adam was very quick to turn the ignition on and then try to start the van 👍🏼
Another thing is get some heavy duty jump leads as they make all the difference to the "Micky Mouse" ones yr currently using 🤣
If its has just passed her MOT and the new battery sorts out the starting probs, then maybe you don't need to get rid of her 🙏🏽🚐💨❤
PS - Where is that fire truck/ambulance place ?? 🚒🚑
So happy to see you made it to Italy for Jit’s final tour of Europe. Our fingers are crossed 🤞 that there are no more hiccups for the rest of the journey ❤ We just finished building our own little home on wheels to take on a big adventure. It’s a huge, but rewarding, project to build your own van. One piece of advice for selecting a new van - especially for Adam since you look quite tall, is that if standing inside is important to you, make sure you account for what you’re going to add (ceiling and flooring framing, insulation, finishing panels etc) they use up valuable inches! 🙂 Take care! Hayley and Jake ☀️
Hey guys! Thanks so much for your comment! Jits has been working okay the last week, so fingers crossed 🤞🏼!! Very exciting about your van! Congratulations on finishing the build!That’s great! 🥳. Very good point re measuring! I’m actually not that tall though 😂 about 5’10/5’11… maybe that’s speaks to how small the vans actually are 😬. We’re still definitely considering our options, we won’t rush into anything as there is a lot to think about! 🚐 Adam
I’m shocked you don’t have more subscribers! Your videos are so brilliantly produced! Oh Jits!!!! The baby is tired! Hopefully you’ll make it through your adventures! Excellent video! ~Cara 😊
Thank you so much Cara! That’s very kind of you! We’re growing, slowly but surely 😂 Adam
Yeah I’m surprised too! Seems like TH-cam stops people growing? I found jits after watching Johnny and Hannah over at finding our adventure and those guys should have more followers too!
Oh Poor Jits. its so hard to let go but you need to do what's right either keep jits spend the money on Jits or pay out more and get a new van which could cost you more! If it's a new van take part Jits with you! Thanks for taking us with you you guys are just beautiful people ❤️
Guys, just be sure of the usage of the new van's engine which is different than the odometer mileage. Police, fire and ambulance vehicles sustain a lot of idling time and then periods of 'foot in the accelerator' running that most vehicles don't receive through all kinds of weather. Make sure you get a warranty on the vehicle and extra coverage for the engine. Have a mechanic go over it thoroughly and get any vehicle logbooks available for the van. All official vehicles have to maintain them for a variety of reasons.
Replace Air and Fuel filter as if blocked effect is stifling of the engine at high revs. My Motorhome is 20 years old. Have driven to Greece and Gibraltar. Your videos gives me new places to explore.
Hello ,Austria looks beautiful.Greetings from Ulster
Thanks so much, Robert!! Oh yes!! We really do love Austria 🇦🇹 🤩 Thank you for watching 💛 xx Tania
We had a problem with our 2003 Symbol "Fudge" corrosion on the earth terminal on the gearbox all sorted in two hours of dismantling and reassembly with copper slip it has now never started quicker and more positively
Love how you guys carry Triggy in the back pack 🥰 Can’t believe you didn’t get a new battery before getting on Eurotunnel 🙈 Hope you get to travel breakdown free for a while.
Aww thank you, Gillian! Yes I really do think this little backpack has been a great investment for Triggy! 🐶🎒✨ You’re right about the battery, we definitely would have got a new one fitted had we not already spent £220 on a non-refundable Eurotunnel ticket 😭 plus the morning that the battery failed us for the first time, we assumed it was a once off. 😅 Thanks for tuning in & always taking the time to leave us a message here 🥰 Have a wonderful weekend and see you for the next Dolomites film soon 🚐⛰️✨xx Tania
We, also, broke down in our 1990 VWT25,fortunately in Knepp,Wilding estate with a broken waterpump. It took a week to get it replaced by a mobile mechanic (a highly recommended solution). Meanwhile we lived in the van and explored estate seeing longhorn cattle and red deer etc.
Hi John, oh no! Sorry to hear that had the same issue! Sounds like you made the most of it though! There are worse places to be stuck! 🚐 😌 Adam
🤞🤞 sending good vibes for no more breakdowns
Thanks so much, Jaclynn! Always appreciate your love ❤️ xx Tania
No different to "normal" life.. you get the same constant highs and lows to.. and honestly the lows are longer, often way more expensive and the highs are not so beautiful and relaxing as your highs!
Can't wait for the next vlogs😊
I would like to see a van build of your design I watched the travel beans build and was very impressed with Emma’s build
Beautifully shot film! Question: which jump pack do you use? I'm getting one for my van after watching this. Thoughts on next van: don't go with old fire truck. They are incredibly heavy and our friends just sold theirs as it was not good on soft ground and got stuck alot. I think you should go for a newer vehicle personally and spend as much as you can on getting something reliable. You could incorporate some of Jits' interior pieces into a new conversion to pay homage to her??