Full Time Van Dwelling - When Things Get Out of Control

[@christopherjonnum7079]

I imagine Foresty considers episodes like this filler, but I honestly really enjoy them. There’s something gratifying about seeing order imposed on chaos.

[@samikassab2174]

agreed, these are my favorite actually

[@christopherjonnum7079]

@@samikassab2174 Same!

[@rikleblond1698]

I concur

[@jksilta9335]

I prefer these, just the ordinary van life (especially in the cities). The mountain top drone shots are amazing but otherwise I'm not so interested in the hikes. But still, I do watch 100% of every episode in the life of FF.

[@budget-adventure]

Agree 10%

[@SD-oi9gr]

I love the “in between” episodes just as much as the normal ones. It’s all part of how you live in a van and that’s interesting for us.

[@CastleKnight7]

Me too! I enjoy watching Foresty making use of the limited space inside his van.

[@3yp0n]

agreed! SOmething so satisfying about him sprucing up the place. Definitely a far cry from the higher end builds and stuff but his build has a lot of charm and it's really neat and somehow nostalgic for some reason

[@roscoejones4515]

I like these episodes, reminds me that you built out your entire van with a JIGSAW. IN A PARKING LOT. So impressive!👍

[@svenhodaka9145]

…….and it was during the Canadian winter. FF, the G.O.A.T of Vanlife!

[@richardthomas1743]

I am up at 3:30 AM , watching a guy clean his van out in the bush and I enjoyed it LOL , thumbs UP to you !

[@salinwa7105]

A guy who sews, cleans house, does home improvement, renovations and repair, all by a mountain lake. Love it! 😊 I hope to also do that some day. Husband and I just bought a van, it’s in the shop getting its first check up/repairs. I’ve never missed a vehicle before like I miss our van. Can’t wait to get started on it!

[@bumbygrl]

He has a great personality and is hilarious too!!! And the cooking!! Write a book for other men!

[@bumbygrl]

Good luck on your van build...so exciting!!

[@randylls5341]

And cooks😂👍🚲

[@salinwa7105]

@@randylls5341 yes, I knew there was something I was forgetting. 😊

[@salinwa7105]

@@bumbygrl thank you!

[@bumbygrl]

The smaller the space the harder it is to keep it organized, don't be so hard on yourself. This gives a much better idea of the reality which really serves people interested in this living style.

[@leagreenall5972]

You know mate, I love these type of videos. I love your humanity and humility. Too many other KZbinrs make out as if they are perfect and everything is so clean and sparkly. And we KNOW that no one is like that. It's just so refreshing to see someone be so open and honest... it is actually VERY inspiring :) Love the way you think, adapt, create and build what needs to be done for you... I like your hiking, exploring videos, but for me, these are your bread and butter of why I first started watching you on your builds. Thanks mate.... keep up being you

[@susanjacquier5358]

Agree...FF keeps it Real....none of that ear-blasting hype. Cheers from a fellow Aussie

[@sealarkesmiles9263]

I agree. None of that T & A either. He doesn't need to.

[@stevethrendyle8406]

Perfect summation. The only KZbinr I regularly watch.

[@turtlemummatreks9786]

@sealarkesmiles he was proud of his rear end😜 so not completely void of T&A☺️ G'day💚🇦🇺🐢

[@carmineredd1198]

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[@alchemistinthewoods11133]

It's funny I watched Foresty clean his house, while I'm surrounded with my own mess 🤣 ... Alright, I'm picking up a broom. Thanks for the motivation Forest!

[@n6pop886]

Foresty Forest keeping it 💯. Its not all glamorous drone shots. There's dirt involved and its not always on the ground.

[@hardlyworkin3603]

You have the same problem as Chrome. Very old rubber trim around all the doors letting in all the dust a trail has to offer. Simple solution. A can of spray adhesive, and enough packs of black, 1 inch wide, 1/2 inch thick weather stripping. The adhesive they have installed after you peal off the wax paper is not that sticky. Spray on the adhesive to the weather stripping, not the doors, and apply the strips to all the door edges. It's up to you as to whether you leave the old stock stripping on the doors. In my case, the stock strips were too far gone, so I took it all off, and doubled up on the new stripping. Worked quite well with the spray adhesive. The doors shut so tight now, and never vibrate at all. No more dust of any kind. Had to do this because finding new dealer weather stripping was not possible these days., and the dust was coating everything in the van. Water was leaking in the front doors during heavy rain, and pooling on the floors in the front. This caused major rust under the stock floor mats, which had to be removed with a grinder before undercoating the bare metal. Now it's all good. Hope this helps.

[@safffff1000]

Did that on my caravan, moved to a place on a gravel road. My original rubber seals were good so I just cleaned them and stuck on the 1" foam seal. Stopped all the dust

[@Qawqazz]

this happens with my trucks rear pop open window gaskets

[@33Jenesis]

Even a tiny home needs housekeeping. There is just no escaping it. Good job FF! Until the next housecleaning episode:)

[@willallen7757]

@@Capecodham I love when ppl try to be jerks but can't not word well.

[@willallen7757]

@@Capecodham are you sure?

[@whaguitars]

I love these episodes. This stuff is really interesting to an old guy like me. I quit watching main stream media years ago and now I just love to see normal people doing mundane things.

[@REALchocochan]

I like these as a "young" one.

[@dingfeldersmurfalot4560]

Me too. I feel like I've seen more or less every sitcom joke and detective story etc. recycled so many times that I often know what the actors are going to say anyway. So now I watch mostly documentaries and non-fiction.

[@turkey4957]

@@dingfeldersmurfalot4560 absolutely, im just 26 but a few years ago I started realizing real life is more interesting than any fiction.

[@montell19]

You actually get a very healthy and therapeutic response from your brain when you clean, tidy and organize a space. Good job Foresty!

[@willallen7757]

lies

[@Mickju]

@@willallen7757 LOL

[@darrellcaruk8880]

I know when I clean my wood shop after a few big projects, I’m more motivated and look forward to next job. Just generally feels better.

[@kingkongbigbanana1694]

I get a kick response when my lady grooms me. That's what Gorillas do.

[@SD-oi9gr]

I love how you just do things. You just give it a go even if you don’t really know exactly what to do, you work it out and get it done. Too many people forgot how to just try things.

[@jpolinskyswife]

Well if you gotta clean house, that’s a gorgeous place to do it!

[@Niagara716]

Scio, NY?

[@jpolinskyswife]

@@Niagara716 no

[@steverusso177]

Live your dreams. Don't change a thing. I got devoured by society. In the end all you have are memories either way. Love watching you and dreaming of what should have been. Thank you.

[@RamenNoodle1985]

🎶 Foresty Forest He cleans up his van Foresty Forest 🎶

[@vanlifenomadgipsygirlcanad2195]

lolll :)

[@pauloh3591]

🎵Down by the riiiiiveeeeeer🎵

[@ajfurnari2448]

Next time you're in town, Home Depot should have rubber/foam weatherstripping that you can use to solve your back door problem

[@AdamS-nv5oo]

probably will help insulate for those cold winter nights as well

[@brandonbooth101]

Look like you should use it on the side doors, if you can ill seal all the doors on the vehicle with the new weather stripping, it'll help you keep warm and dirt out!

[@hansgrueber8169]

Yes!! I would consider this a high priority not only for cold weather but also the inboard electronics.

[@stephenwitmer90]

Loved seeing the dirty side of van life and the cleanup.

[@graffix11us]

watching up to the point Foresty says "I guess I'll put my laundry away" and I had to ask myself, what am I doing with my life?! Kept watching anyway. I can resolve my issues tomorrow.

[@scrumtrellecent]

Matt Foley, "You're going to be living in a van down by the river!" Foresty Forest, "What kind of van are we talking about"

[@TheMjphoto45]

Would love to live in a van down by the river

[@forestyforest]

Haha 👍

[@scrumtrellecent]

@@TheMjphoto45 What kind of van are we talking about ;)

[@andrewwilliams3207]

I remember watching your channel when you were first starting out and getting your old van set up. This vid was great. I like watching the evolution of tidying/ improving things. Keep up the good work and drive safe 👍

[@Snoogleheimer]

Is fun watching you build stuff. Gotta be creative how you store stuff in your van for sure.

[@psychedelaholic]

This is so satisfying to me, I prefer episodes more along this theme more than the hiking focused videos in some sense. An organized space makes for good video!

[@samisamsamisam]

Good morning from Kuwait

[@Hephaistos51413]

This kind of content is very good and you should do more of it. People just wanna know what it is like to live in a van and this includes all the small and mundane details.

[@ShafinRehman]

I should be going to bed, but here I am watching the adventures of Foresty Forest. No regrets.

[@Viriaja06]

Same lol

[@michaelwoods8654]

Dats rite!

[@martymuniz4426]

Me too 2:50am he is so entertaining.😊

[@chrishenry571]

Please do more of these kinds of videos. Every bit of the van is interesting!

[@SocksWithSandals]

It's hard to sacrifice two good days in autumn for van cleaning when you could be having an adventure, but it's so much easier to tidy the van when there is some warmth and daylight.

[@wendi2819]

He's the only van dweller I've ever watched that brings a sewing machine. That's awesome. Just in this episode look how useful it is! I think he exposes real life living on the road! Great vid.

[@fitter70]

I really enjoyed this episode. Getting organized is a great feeling.

[@ChrisAndEmilie]

Thanks for sharing this other aspect of your van life. Love how you re-use and repair your stuff instead of buying new.

[@Jaybites]

I love how creative you are! Absolutely love that you carry a sewing machine with you! Love your storage ideas. Very clever!

[@cmelft2463]

Re. Extinguisher, make sure to check expiry dates and pressure guage, dont want to have to use it and it doesnt work. They dont last forever.

[@RobertVinet]

Couldn't sleep. Turned on YT to find that FF just uploaded a video 7 minutes prior. I definitely won't get to sleep now as he gave me a couple of ideas for my build. :)

[@markg3025]

A place for everything and everything in it’s place. Well done Forestry 😎

[@Flowergurl2000]

3 minutes and still NOT FIRST! FF Needs water, goes to giant lake and cleans. Love u guy!!❤️

[@silvermonk13]

I personally like the mix of climbing mountains/mundane daily tasks. Very cool and refreshing to see a different kind of video.

[@ckhaira]

Another great video! I love that you don't really take any sponsorships and whatnot. You're one of the realist van lifers I like to follow. Even a video like this is more interesting than the "advertisements" others post!

[@FandCCD]

My wife says to tell you to make sure you don’t run out of bobbin thread when you’re sewing. There have been at least a dozen times that she’s literally a few inches from completing a project and her bobbin thread runs out! 😂

[@ShortyG724]

If people are flashing their high beams at you you probably need to adjust your headlights because of the lift. A quick easy turn of a screw that’s right behind your headlight assembly

[@forestyforest]

Thanks that's a good tip, I'll try to aim them down.

[@austindobbins8957]

@@forestyforest Thanks bud. Almost threw my coffee out the window that last time

[@Jesus-hx5vg]

is there any glasses I can get to protect me from high beams??

[@austindobbins8957]

@@Jesus-hx5vg I just spray paint the lenses black on my sunglasses. Works great

[@nexusone7376]

Came to say this, but yeah. That will help you and other drivers out. Bright lights arent usually the issue, badly aimed ones are.

[@sledawgpilot]

Weirdly satisfying

[@Rob-vn3sp]

Great video. Not all vanlife is hipster couples, sunbathing in Costa Rica. Great daily insight. 👍

[@nitabourne3042]

HI FORESTY!! HOPE ALL IS BETTER WITH THE VAN. I LIKE HOW YOUR TRYING TO BE ORGANIZED. A RARE MAN YOU ARE. I ADMIRE YOU FOR THAT. I WISH THE BEST FOR YOU AND HOPE YOU HAVE MORE ADVENTURES IN THE FUTURE. YOU NEVER DISAPPOINT. WELL PLEASE STAY SAFE AND REMEMBER YOU HAVE PEOPLE OUT THERE THAT CARE FOR YOU. ALL THE BEST TO YOU. THANKS AGAIN.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@josenicolau2349]

There she is! There's the crockpot hideout!! As always, great videos, love the builds, love the hikes. Cheers, Krak, Portugal

[@oldgadfly8398]

The on-board sewing machine is the best! I see a lot of good ingenuity here.

[@daveomania_]

The weight in your rear is likely causing your headlights to point up slightly. I'd check if you have adjustable headlights.

[@forestyforest]

I stubbornly refuse to accept my van build is heavy 😅 removing the three rows of rear seating cut a lot of weight. Plus its rated as a 12 passenger. One of these days I'll hit the weigh scale to see where we are at. But thanks for the tip, I'll try to aim my headlights down and see if that helps.

[@daveomania_]

@@forestyforest you're probably right considering the specs. Could also be the lift causing the difference. Either way, adjusting them down slightly should help. I was getting flashed a bunch with my truck camper and finally adjusted them once a group of bikers expressed their feelings about it.. aha

[@jwagnermail]

@@forestyforest Look for some videos on aligning your headlights, there are some tricky parts, like the passenger side headlight should be slightly higher, so you can see animals on the roadside better.

[@skippylippy547]

I LOVED this video! ❤️ It was so interesting to see how so much can be accomplished with so few resources. A brilliant mind like FF helps a LOT too! What a fascinating person. So glad he decided to share his genius with us. 👍

[@keyboard101101]

Please create more of these type videos. By far one of my favourite episodes.

[@francisb8888]

Man these are the best episodes. So satisfying lol great vid!

[@aircastles1013]

Watching you housekeeping the van beside a beautiful lake is so relaxing, and a great way to avoid my own housekeeping, so thanks!

[@TheMrBlueGuy]

I really like these types of videos! Sure, it's amazing and at times breathtaking and astonishing to see the beautiful mountains and the areas you explore taking us along the journey (with amazing drone shots). We also like to see more of the cozy home on wheels :) So this video sure was a treat! Thank you.

[@johnpaulgarzaniti5065]

So amazed at Forest's skill level with everything electrical or mechanical He seems to be confidant he can deal with the endless curve balls life in a van out in the bush is throwing at him.

[@CPIVCR]

could you possibly the only van dweller to have a sewing machine? I'm impressed with your skills

[@darkskys163]

It’s not all fun and games and someone has to cleanup the mess. It also shows how self reliant You must be to live “Van Life”. Great job!

[@Dnosirrom]

Anyone else trying to live vicariously through Foresty Forest?

[@pauloh3591]

@@mybigfootlookslikesasquatch Lol!

[@RMJ1984]

It's amazing what a big difference a couple of shelves and pouches makes.

[@Japimon87]

This was a very fine episode and this is what I really prefer to look. Just the ordinary van life and cooking, and telling it loud what you are doing. Of course the mountaintrips are very nice also, but you have been lacking this kind of content a long time, so it is a very well welcome :)

[@wesleypipelayer7627]

i've tried to watch a lot of van-life channels. 40% are just way too fake and over-excited and over-smiley about everything. 30% are as boring as watching paint dry. 5% is always some french asshole. And 25% is some pot smoking hippy. You are genuine, and honest about your experience. Logical, thoughtful, and methodical. i like the hiking, van building, cooking, and the puppy (to come). Can't complain about anything. you're upfront, honest and simple. I thoroughly appreciate that. And a shot of whiskey doesn't hurt either.

[@dawnboone2]

Quite satisfying and enjoyable to watch. You are a true Renaissance Man.

[@goodandgreen]

I absolutely love how you’re chucking stuff around at 3:15 !! You’re quite the charmer!

[@ellashapiro4255]

I don’t know why but I started cracking up when you pulled out those chips. Had the same bag going bad in the back of my Subaru Forester on a road trip out west in the states. Ended up feeding them to some seagulls out in California.

[@russellmcpherson36]

What? Chips can go bad? No bag of chips I ever had would stand a chance of going bad. "Betcha can't eat just one."

[@SuperDrummerJay]

Silicone spray is a must have. Spray down those door seals, rubber gaskets, conduit, even clean off and treat your wipers. Rubber breaks down, dries out, and cracks in cold and wintery weather, also from UV sun damage. Can also use it to lubricate door hinges, locks, latches, etc.

[@Jesus-hx5vg]

Protect this man at all cost

[@mariosengco8864]

I love, love, love this episode. I’ve always found cleaning and organizing so calming and rewarding. It’s my go-to stress reliever. Add in some build outs and this is the perfect episode for me! I’m sure this one I’ll see over and over again.

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Yes

[@RUmlas]

Loved this! Organization and cleaning. Very satisfying watching the progress.

[@paula7091]

Foresty IS human! I thought he was some kind of superior being. He folds clothes exactly how I do

[@arnoldsnodgrass2953]

I enjoy the DIY / maintenance videos even more than the mountain-climbing!

[@alan4sure]

Not me...

[@andreavin3674]

Most of the pretty vans are unnecessary heavy for aesthetic reasons (to each their own) and most don't do all the stuff you do that needs outdoor gear. I wouldn't even worry about your van, as long as you can find things and you are happy.

[@JohnGerardP]

I'm sitting here at my desk at work....as usual I am full of nothing but envy of how this man can play with power tools as much as he delights, all day long with full creative power of how and when and what...this channel is my escape from my squashed life...

[@davidsixtwo]

The OEM headlight bulbs are definitely better (in terms of longevity) than anything promising to be brighter or whatever.

[@ridgehilljillie9429]

That was nice of you to give back to the environment. The birds will love the new nesting material you left for them on the beach. Have a great day, SiLly

[@micheledavis3735]

Omg! The way men do laundry! You’ve finally left me speechless and I’ve found your one flaw! It’s ok, I think I’ll keep ya!

[@whaguitars]

LOL I was thinking. "Forest does laundry just like me."

[@Codethe_Road]

These videos have their place in the rotation once and a while FF; watching you tidy up is kind of therapeutic.

[@James-fg5no]

You know the guy is hardcore when he has a sewing machine in the van.

[@whaguitars]

LOL I laughed when I saw the sewing machine. Then I saw what he did with it. And thought "Oh that's why he has that thing."

[@bill562]

When on dusty roads turn your fan to fresh air and almost highest speed. That pressurizes your van and fresh air will blow out were the dust comes in. Works great!

[@Jon-jk8vd]

weedwhacker motors attached to your own bicycle seem to be a really popular addition in this neck of the woods

[@pauloh3591]

Great idea!

[@Jon-jk8vd]

🤡 ,--.

[@pauloh3591]

@@ihaveabonetopickwithyou That idea beats Jon's bike farming project to the ground.

[@johnbgriffinjr116]

Excellent post FF…. I’ve been watching a multitude of vanlife videos for some time now as I’ll be starting my Boondocking retirement adventure in the near future and this video is super helpful in documenting the real challenges of van life. I’m not as proficient in sewing /electrical/ carpentry as you and realize I’d better up my game in those areas if I’m going to make it work. Thanks for posting realistic vs fantasy videos… they’re quite helpful. I’m officially subscribed as of today! 👍

[@forestyforest]

Thank you. Definitely helps to know the electrical from the ground up. Helps when you're out in the middle of nowhere and stuff stops working!

[@vanislekid]

I have a 2 bedroom upstairs suite and still have the same organizing issues. I think the people who have no clutter ever are either ocd or hiding something.

[@marthasundquist5761]

My hubby likes to sew too. He's made all 6 of the grandkids several outfits. Starting with newborn outfits up to corduroy suits for the fellas and twirls dresses for the girls. He's an engineer, and there is something about it that connects the dots for him.

[@Chequr_Prostate]

You have redefined the meaning of “ put my laundry away”. You may as well have just put the bag in the drawer, Lol.

[@fern8003]

😂😂

[@robthesamplist]

Its satisfying watching you clean your house.

[@rainbitss]

great video FF/// You can do these types of vids anytime. i really enjoyed it

[@rainbitss]

@@Capecodham wtf? LOLOL. always have n always will respect these guys. vids = videos=;-)

[@rainbitss]

@@Capecodham not going to "disrespect" Issacs channel by defending my typing you take care and have a nice day 😃

[@ML-uk6lu]

Clean and orderly space in life is always best. Good job Foresty. You made mom proud. Happy to follow your adventure.

[@maclac48]

Now watch how more freely positive energy flows through your van/home. You’ll probably even sleep better! 👍🏿

[@maclac48]

@@ihaveabonetopickwithyou 😆

[@jennifersmith5818]

About the bulbs for the headlights; you should never touch the bulb with your bare hands. The oils on your hands shorten the life. Use your nitrile/latex gloves to put them in. (a mechanic told me this)

[@okthennone]

Couldn't sleep so I watched you clean your van. That's 2021 for ya.

[@ATrainToAfrica]

These are my favorite videos. Slice of life, real van living. But you still maintain that high quality production.

[@brixelus]

I recommend a small battery powered blower kept in the van. It makes it easy to blow shit out. I love it in mine. 😀

[@zimman20]

These are my fave FF vids. Shows his industriousness, skillsets and as the below poster said, imposing order on chaos. Watching him add to the inside build, making the most of every square inch of space inside his 'home' - really enjoy these. Be safe, Foresty!

[@thisiscookingwithmafia6730]

Have you ever considered starting your own van life build business you are obviously a jack-of-all-trades and I'm quite sure a lot of people will give you business you're very Hands-On with your builds

[@synetic]

Maybe one day - I think he prefers the mobile life too much, a shop/business would tie him down to a physical place

[@michellerene951]

Two things I especially love about this....your retired crockpot is now your life long travel buddy, and, you inspire me to organize my living space!👌❤

[@protolexis]

Wow I'm glad I got to see your dark side, Foresty Hoardist.

[@Koboto]

That Cabnet is siccc!

[@bluemountainagantuk]

Wife: "why cant you help a bit more with the house chores?" Me: "too busy watching Forest do his van chores. Houses are over rated!"

[@pauloh3591]

Im dead! 😂

[@janoycresnova9156]

You'll be living in a van by yourself soon like Forest if you keep doing that

[@ronnieguitar99]

@@janoycresnova9156 That's the main idea. You obviously cannot live in a van with a woman. You might end up strangling her and get in the news. Hard enough living in house with a wife. It's why we keep thinking about jumping in a van and just taking off.

[@mistermister2085]

@@janoycresnova9156 You're saying that like its a negative thing. If my wife brought home a van and said get out..i'd be like see ya!

[@bluemountainagantuk]

@@mistermister2085 @Ronnie Guitar You guys said it. respect to both of you.

[@anthonycdamico]

Loved this off the norm video. Good to see your day to day chores and activities. Thanks again for sharing

[@pauloh3591]

We shouldn't be comparing the contents of the channel. They're all part of the FF collective.

[@forestyforest]

I'm going to start a van cleaning business. Just organizing and sweeping from here on out lads.

[@pauloh3591]

🙆🏻‍♂️ 🧹🧽🧺🧤

[@pauloh3591]

@I have a bone to pick with you! The clients come to you instead. Win win.

[@pauloh3591]

@@ihaveabonetopickwithyou Filming of the process is copyrighted reserved.

[@pauloh3591]

Yo. FF's avatar changes according to the seasons. Cool.

[@mmwaashumslowww7167]

I remember his first van. He shuffled sideways to get in and move along to do things. The narrow floor was kept clean and polished by his feet sliding along and when the polishing cloth needed changing, he put on clean socks. You've come a long way foresty.

[@ewakraft5770]

Not many go to extreme places like u do and live full time in a van. Most who have this beautiful orderly clean vans, have still a stick and brick or homebase, where they have stuff and go regularly there. (Nothing against it).

[@alan4sure]

Sounds just like me😄