FULL VAN BUILD: The Craziest Year of Our Lives.

[@MorleyKert]

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[@tess8281]

Hi Morley, could you tell me what you use to set your curls, please? 😊

[@tess8281]

Pelican 😁

[@tess8281]

Pelican 😁

[@tess8281]

@MorleyKert ???

[@MorleyKert]

@@tess8281 Innersense “I Create Volume”

[@lindaconover7245]

Pelican we are in our middle 70 I especially enjoyed watching. My husband and I in 1969 owned a motorhome cab and chassis unit. We lived in it and did it when it was not popular. We are past our prime and probably will not be able to camp and travel. Over a lifetime we've enjoyed what you're enjoying now we will be married 55 years next month unbelievable. I will be three quarters of century old and really enjoy watching you young people build your Vans buses etc and enjoy that life. Congratulations on your marriage I hope you two live a long life together I'm sure you will. You'll be living loving and working together nothing better in life than that!!!!!💕

[@lindaconover7245]

Thank you for taking time to read my story.

[@michaelm6867]

@@lindaconover7245 You sound like you have loads of beautiful memories together. Congratulations on 55 years!

[@lindaconover7245]

Thank you you're right there are a lot of memories sometimes I need the pictures to remind me what happened as you get older you get some things. You have a great day!

[@jojocook3574]

Pelican

[@Ghurjings]

What does pelican mean

[@jctt1670]

You can always hand paint the white gap around the window frames with an artist brush.

[@yosunmi]

Pelican friends! When I started watching this at 11pm, I had no intention of finishing the whole thing in one go. Yet I found myself in awe, curiosity, and a tiny bit of jealousy (I’m a mother of three young kids, and I’m slowly starting to find me time after 9 years). Absolutely amazing. You are truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your journey. Travel safe!

[@MorleyKert]

I love to hear that! Thanks for watching 😊

[@despoinagkioka1721]

PELICAN!!!!

[@Poperweb-g5h]

PELICAN!!😂😂😂❤

[@The_Tumbler_Witch]

As a woman who's over 50, you're absolutely right. You can't make those memories again and you want to make them while you're young enough to enjoy them. Good for you for your decision!! Congratulations!! And after the building, many safe and happy travels!!❤❤

[@alanhat5252]

You're _always_ young enough to make memories!

[@Marie-yx5ie]

I agree Alan 100 % 👍😉🇨🇮☘️Eire

[@meatdog]

I'm in my 70's and I'm very adventurous and still traveling in my cargo van the I converted into a small RV. SO , I believe your ENTIRE life should be making memories, having fun and being fearless.

[@TammySteed]

PELICAN!! I don't know how I happened upon you two, but thrilled that I did!! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness! Love your new home! Happy Trails!!

[@TammyFlorida]

Pelican!!! This is absolutely insane. I'm 54, solo female and decided to pull the trigger and do it. I just ordered the van from a local dealer three days ago. I do plan to DIY most of it and have the solar/electrical as well as the plumbing done by someone far more knowledgeable. Thanks for sharing.

[@lindaconover7245]

Go Girl 😃❤️ be safe and have fun 👋!!!!!!!!

[@RyderDye1983]

I'm 38 minutes in, just wanted to say that I really like you guys a lot! I'm having a blast watching. I dig your personalities and the way you work so great together as a team. Can't wait to see the rest and follow along on your adventures! Thank you so much for sharing the process. :)

[@RyderDye1983]

Oh! Pelican! And, good Girl! :)

[@rosefrank148]

Very enjoyable. Got to the end. Pelican. Really enjoyed your 3D print solutions. We owned. 1972 VW van and took it on a road trip in 1973. Loved every minute. We are married for 55 years. Congratulations on your wedding.

[@idlepopz7136]

I love seeing people follow their passion and doing whatever they want and achieving personal goals in life. Appreciate you and your supportive wife bro🔥🔥🔥

[@ginagalpin5145]

Pelican, you pooped up on my TV so thought I’d watch because I love watching people travel in vans. I love what you did with the van. Safe travels and enjoy.

[@Applecider-Poetry]

ya pooped up on mine too

[@JeffMelsonVlogs]

I am still waiting on you 2 to start a van life channel since you mainly want this channel to be centered around making. Would be fun to follow along your journey around Canada and the US through vlogs. Showing off places you eat, stay, explore, etc.. Come on you 2... you can do it!

[@burndowntheworld]

Why couldn’t they post it to this channel because he cant do woodworking on the road.

[@JeffMelsonVlogs]

@burndowntheworld He could but his channel was all about being a maker. So he might want to start a new channel if he wants to do van life travel vlogs. I'm fine either way but he might not want to risk changing up his channel

[@mark029]

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[@sharireed9362]

Pelican

[@tinagolden1032]

Pelican ❤😂🎉👐🫶

[@ferventlypassionatebelieve3146]

Just perusing through van stuff and came across your channel, a couple of hours later, and "pelican." I feel like I have just been invited into your collective mind and into your shared world, in some van life type of way - and i Dig it! Thanks!!! Blessings on y'alls new covenantal agreement of Love. You two are so fun together and talented as well. I'm praying for protection, in your life, on the road, and over your vehicle. How fun!!! Congratulations, embrace this adventurous time of your union together. I'm looking forward to enjoying more on KZbin from y'all. ❤🙏 Btw, I liked and subbed.

[@darrellhyde-k4x]

Pelican..... was an amazing build has inspired me to do something like this, id love to build on here in the UK

[@Yayletesha]

The finished product looks so great! Plus the fact that Eden starts the video as your fiancé and ends as your wife is beautiful. Congratulations on your newest adoption, the van. Pelican.

[@amybee40]

Props for the patient woodworking on those window frames. I could never...

[@r1ck0sh4y]

Planning (your build) Execution (the plan) Love (each other) Inspiration (to others) Commitment (to each other and the plan) Anxiety (overcome!) Nourish (your souls)

[@elmerelm]

Nice creative reply @r1ck0sh4y

[@sharimctiver8952]

Reconsider the wall covers on the rear pillars, because they are your mechanic's access to servicing your tail & brake lights. New subscriber here - I love your creativity & energy. And your Bambu!!! PELICAN

[@pats1168]

Pelican. Thanks for taking us along on the journey. It's been an amazing ride. If only we were younger. 😊

[@MorleyKert]

Thanks for watching!

[@projectsforcreativeminds1797]

Pelican - i watched the full video - Bravo, awesome job mate

[@jaredroman4848]

no no no no whatching this video in one sitting is a commitment ok? I have to pause half way in, be back later to continue watching it.

[@gratefully.1955]

I just came across your U-tube channel can't wait to see the finished result. You just brought your first home😊

[@cynthiabrown7144]

Pelican, awesome build and congratulations 🎉on your marriage, enjoy life, n joy each other forever

[@katchewy2469]

Pelican! It's beautiful! Drawer & cabinet solution: did you look into child locks? Annoying, but they keep things closed. A latching bracket from the bottom of upper cabinets to the ceiling may also help. That way, you don't have to hold it open with your head. Or brackets on the inside that lock when it's open... kind of like the ones you used on the drop-down counter.

[@katchewy2469]

It's beautiful! Drawer & cabinet solution: did you look into child locks? Annoying, but they keep things closed. A latching bracket from the bottom of upper cabinets to the ceiling may also help. That way, you don't have to hold it open with your head. Or brackets on the inside that lock when it's open... kind of like the ones you used on the drop-down counter.

[@SunshineJoleen]

Baby locks for the drawers! If they can keep my todddler out, I promise they'll resist the van turning. Get the ones that secure with a latching mechanism rather than a magnet.

[@annah8380]

Pelican! 😄 your van looks beautiful! I’m so amazed by those 3D printers, very cool! 😊

[@1966Fuzz]

Great job guys. This pelican watched your vid until the end. Enjoyed the progress 👌👌👍👍

[@valappleby9960]

We really enjoyed watching this whole video!! Great job on the van and we loved sweet attitude of you both! Congrats on your marriage and best wishes on your van life!!

[@MsLally5]

you should add a trailer hitch - and a trailer hitch storage box for your tools

[@suncoastandy5263]

Thanks!

[@bc49224]

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow across the tranquil bay, two figures strolled along the sandy shore. The rhythmic lapping of the waves provided a soothing soundtrack to the evening, while seabirds wheeled and called overhead. With each step, the Kerts couldn't help but marvel at the graceful flight of a majestic pelican! well done you two.

[@elainefuehrer5739]

i enjoyed watching this build. we are in our 70's now. we own 2 camp trailers. one very tiny and a bigger one. while i love having a bathroom, we have still camped in a Tent. we only do part time and it is refreshing to go camp and 4 wheel.

[@lindaali6703]

Good Boy & Girl! Pelican!

[@angelagoing2498]

Pelican. Really enjoyed watching your videos. Best wishes to you both, , a happy long life together with much more success and adventures.👍

[@christhefish11]

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[@sleepless4truth]

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[@juanitawatson596]

Oh, my! Thank you for sharing.

[@Awesomegamingandmemes]

I was about to comment on this subject :)

[@jacquelineschikosky2671]

Pelican! You two are such an adorable couple! What a great job you did! About your drawer problem, did you figure something out? What about magnets?

[@alanhat5252]

Other builders don't have much joy with magnets. It's possible he could make it work but it doesn't seem likely.

[@mikebenson8698]

Pelican I enjoyed the video. I need to buckle down and finish mine, I’m still missing wall covering, some cabinets, But I have heat and AC. See you down the road.

[@racquelthompson3931]

Hey Pelican, wow, I can't believe I watched the whole video on your van build. It's amazing and beautiful. I'm in my 50's and living vicariously thru van lifers videos and them traveling all over. It was one of my dreams for the longest time, but unfortunately, without the funds, it is impossible to be able to do what van lifers do, even if it is in an astrovan that's the beauty of it.That is how I travel by subscribing to vanlifers journey around the world. Thank you for sharing this video on your van build it was very informative, and I love it, and I also find it very interesting. I wish you and Eden a happy, wonderful life together. Cherish each other and love each other unconditionally. Be safe travel safe, and hopefully you will consider uploading videos of your journeys. Have fun!😊

[@lucasworld2235]

Hello 😊 I just want to say that you are really inspiring to others 😊 I see that you struggle to keep the drawers properly closed when you drive 🙈😊 Have you thought of something similar to child safety for drawers 🤔😊😊 Greetings from Norway

[@Bigcat624]

Wow that was amazing “pelican”. I also starting following you guys on IG. Your van build is amazing and your woodworking is awesome. Oh Abbey was awesome. What I did notice was missing was a bathroom.

[@alanhat5252]

An idea for your loose drawers: Take a piece of dowel or broom handle (maybe 1" diameter), put a flat along one side (less than half the diameter but not much less), take the drawers out & cut a groove in the cabinet deep enough that when the dowel is in it with the flat showing the drawers are unobstucted but when the dowel is rotated it engages in a matching groove in each drawer. Put a groove around the dowel & glue in ⅛" or thinner plywood trimmed to be a handle, probably between the top drawer & the next one. You may want to turn down parts of the dowel just leaving thick discs to lock the drawers, you may want to block the slides not the drawers, you may want to fabricate something from discs & tubes. Have a think, I'll be interested to see what you come up with.

[@Berryqueenstitching]

Pelican. I could not stop watching, I appreciate you sharing your experience. Good girl.

[@bkind2wolves]

(Pelican) looks great you guys. Life is so short. Lots of us can live vicariously through you 4😅 thnx for sharing...

[@eileenbins5481]

Pelican!! 😅 we’re currently building out our van here in Germany and your story is such a motivation! We pretty much have no building experience either and we’re constantly running into issues and are realizing that nothing ever turns out perfectly. Thank you so much for sharing all your “mistakes” and problems and giving us such an honest look into how it all went. You made me feel so much more confident that even if things aren’t perfectly aligned or there are gaps and things left unfinished, we can still turn this van into our dream travel home on wheels. Really appreciate you! 🫶 hope you’re enjoying life on the road!

[@paulettedavis3849]

Pelican, wonderful to having y'all in my life! Peace be with you.

[@SallyGreen-s9e]

I live in Australia this was the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen. I hope you both have an amazing adventure. Got a lot of ideas for my van, enjoy Pelican

[@josiespreitzer1690]

It looks soooooooo beautiful. What an amazing way to start your life together ❤️❤️❤️

[@michele3438]

Pelican. Love it totally awesome. Congratulations and I wish y’all a wonderful life. Treasure your youth. But with age comes wisdom, and it’s also wonderful too. I just bought my van a couple months ago. I’m doing the build by myself. I’m 55 years old and I’m a widow twice. I’m retiring next year and I’m hitting the road. I’ve been in the medical field 25 years and I’m a home health nurse. My second husband who passed away, was a captain in the Marines. Love one another and always communicate and you’ll have the best marriage ever.

[@jimmythepagina7989]

yo this was amazing. i'm so happy for you. you seem super dedicated and solution oriented. you guys deserve it. thanks for including us in this project 💘💘

[@SnoringVids]

It's so awesome to see you two grow together. You seem so comfortable and happy!

[@gratefultrust]

Loved watching you guys build your van. Awesome, young people, enjoy your journeys! 👏🏽 congrats on your marriage! 👏🏽

[@livintheretiredlife6713]

LOLPelican! This was fun to watch. Of course I had to put it on hold as I went about my life, but I did watch it in one day over a few hours. Hope you continue to vlog your travels.

[@Bhoward249]

Pelican...enjoyed watching this. I think that would be so fun

[@OnePunchFro]

PELICAN!! I absolutely loved this! I don't have any aspirations to go on my own van adventure, but you and Eden absolutely smashed this project. I hope all goes well for you four!

[@cattohuman]

Pelican - I really enjoyed this video, personally I love long form videos so I was happy when I saw this 2 hour video from you.

[@elainelipscomb1476]

You have worked so hard I love all you have accomplished. PELICAN...I WATCHED IT ALL... Enjoy your home safe travels 🎉🎉

[@herawalters5037]

im in aotearoa new zealand...enjoyed watching this...very cool...bless yous

[@Moonlightdance58]

You guys have the best , most funnest energy! I am looking forward to your videos!!!

[@987rebekah654]

Pelican! Great job completing your home. We enjoyed watching your creativity and problem solving. Enjoy!❤

[@juliewillis6478]

Great build and loving you can fix problems with the 3 D printer..Awesome about the deck, as soon as I saw I thought of Max and Occy.. great you referenced to them for the idea..Safe travels

[@qwertyboguss]

Nice video, especially enjoyed the pelican.

[@bigmandd1]

Watching you turn the stock van into a livable, functional space from start to end was great! Pelican

[@bridgethartwick1976]

Pelican-Loved watching you both completing the van conversion. Both your energies are amazing. Wishing you both the best!

[@LadyLynn2123]

Pelican! I can’t wait to live on the road♥️🥰

[@MamasCountryCookingnMore]

Pelican! I loved watching all your creative woodworking and 3d printer designs. My husband passed 10 years ago and was a master carpenter. My boys now do finish carpentry too. My new hubby wants to travel the country like I do one day in our own conversion van.

[@strawberi6257]

I'm kinda surprised that you guys didn't go with boat latches for drawers and cabinets with their locking ability as well as smooth profile. Well thought out layout with beautiful build! Love your color choices! Thanks for sharing! Pelican 😉✌️

[@alanhat5252]

what's a "boat latch" & where to get them?

[@strawberi6257]

@@alanhat5252 I've seen 2 different types, one a push button and the other has a handle also called a slam latch. I got the slam latch type from Amazon.

[@strawberi6257]

@@alanhat5252 I really like that they are flush mounted and the ones with an anchor for the handle would've been awesome in this build.

[@_mishal.a]

Just started watching so instead of commenting a million comments, imma keep typing everything here and then press comment @ the end. Eden gives the-girl-from-UP vibes in the best way possible. It's also a great green-flag how she's always the one to slam the breaks (calmly) when Mor is either about to make a huge mistake by continuing, or when he's frustrated during a build e.g. during the magis red chair build. As someone who's a teen and has never really had a blueprint for how adults can communicate their differences in opinion effectively and kindly, your relationship dynamic is so refreshing . . . definitely something people should learn from. I love how Eden was speaking out affirmations when tryout out the deck for the first time

[@HereThereClaire]

Pelican! 😋 I loved watching the whole journey - once I started watching, I was invested and I couldn't stop. Well done on completing this mammoth project - you both did a brilliant job! Your van is amazing! 👏

[@lvcduek]

Pelican. Lovely couple, lovely projects, lovely van, lovely life. Keep it up.

[@amberwilliams8661]

Pelican!!! Great job! This was my 2nd marathon viewing of your content so far, and your team keeps me coming back for more. Love the couple. Love the projects. Love the animals. Talented. Inspiring. Entertaining. I wish you many happy years together and the greatest success. ❤️

[@elmerelm]

Pelican Brief was a good book. I just found your channel a couple days ago. Really enjoy watching your videos and listening to you talk. I’m happy you two are enjoying your 20s and getting to do what you want to do. Bravo, keep up the good videos you’re really handy with that 3-D printer dude. 🎉

[@NoPodcastsHere]

Magnets are an easy solution for the drawers that would work perfectly 95% of the time. I think having a series of solenoids for each drawer that is interlocked with the ignition relay so that all the drawers automatically lock & unlock themselves whenever you turn the van on and off. Could maybe use an electromagnet that energizes with the alternator. Good luck!

[@alanhat5252]

It is possible to wire a pair of relays such that when the ignition is on & the generator light is off a circuit is energized. I use this to run a small inverter for chargers but there are many potential uses.

[@barringtonmcnamee22]

Pelican, cheers from Perth, Australia.

[@davidfrost4669]

PELICAN!!! So happy for you all in your labor of love Van. Sooo much work went into that. A joy to watch!

[@gracie5127]

Pelican!!! OMG! I really enjoyed this video. Very informative and the connection you two have is clearly evident, like you're soulmates if you believe in that. Keep making the memories and I hope you're also keeping a hard copy. As much as we rely on technology, it still shouldn't be trusted. Print out those pictures and provide a summary to be handed down for the generations to come. 😊 I am looking forward to the rest of your videos.

[@Suger_Queen]

pelican I am so thrilled at this video! You 2 comit to this huge project and overcame big obstacles to make your dream home come true well done!❤-from a ten year old girl❤

[@maureenbrennan9092]

PELICAN!!! What a great way to spend a Sunday morning. Congratulations on your wedding and amazing adventure. Great video! Very inspiring.

[@TheLittleLady]

Pelican!! Congratulations to you both and also to the pets.

[@zachprock9186]

Pelican!!!! Fantastic job it looks amazing and it’s so inspiring that you two are on this journey together!

[@PetLion]

Pelican. Thank you for Inspiring me to build one too. Great Job.

[@sherrysunshine6986]

You two are amazing, living the dream for sure. I am so happy and proud of you! Hey, you can always buy a trailer to add to the van if you need a to do more wood work. Blessings and peace.

[@TwistedAndVertigo]

Thanks for being in the Pelican club ;) I enjoyed every step in your build, what an awesome home! Enjoy your journey together and never stop building!

[@heatherwright-sf7wn]

Pelican. I’ve always wanted to do this but it never became a reality for me. It was awesome to see in video. Blessings you two and enjoy your journey together!

[@imoseetruth1980]

Pelican. Loved watching the two of you create a lovely home on wheels. Good luck in the future.? Oh yes. Congratulations on your marriage! Be blessed.

[@janrumaks3024]

Pelican! Great build! How do you keep your kitty from running away & getting lost? Where is the litter box? Are you humans using a bucket potty or a composting toilet?

[@MorleyKert]

Thanks! 1. We keep an eye on her and don’t usually let her wander unsupervised. She also has cerebellar hypoplasia so doesn’t go far. Also, AirTag collar. 2. Litter box under my workstation. 3. No toilet. We dig holes in the ground/public bathrooms. Probably will get a composting toilet soon.

[@erikads2764]

Pelican!!! Congratulations on your build.

[@joyous246]

So grateful to have a new video! Wonderful to hear of your wedding...congrats to you both x Do you have any plans to add content from Cali?

[@ChristinaQuinones-ez4ve]

Pelican! Pelican! Pelican! Truly enjoyed watching you guys ❤ keep up the great work! Sending blessings your way 🙏🏼

[@andrewpritchard1783]

Pelican from Perth, Australia, great projects - very inspiring.

[@markfawcett9072]

Pelican....very jealous! Enjoy every day of your travels

[@Starseedbodhi]

Pelican! You guys ROCKED it!! Thanks for sharing your adventure (and lessons 😉) with us! 🤟

[@spennigaislingart]

Interesting, I like your problem/solution section, it's good to see what things worked and didn't. -- As a side note on the showerhead, if you double check your hose, most come with 2 different ends, the nut-end is usually the one that attaches to the water source, and the smooth fits in the holder.

[@virginiamcclary7893]

Pelican, it's quite the journey, and so nice to see a young couple work to make your dreams come true. Best of luck, always!!

[@June-qm2wd]

You both did a fantastic job with this build. I loved watching the whole video from start to finish you’re both so very talented.

[@TheAturner1971]

BTW I hit send when I ment to hit return. Anyway love the build. I'm in the middle of researching my own build for my daughter graduating from college in a year. She wants to go from SC to the tip of South America on the way to the Arctic circle of Alaska. She's half insane but it does run in the family 😂. Anyway y'all have fun and stay blessed 🙏. Praying for you guys that you all are safe and take in all God's wonderful creations with thanks and gratitude 🙏💝

[@DaeliaVanlife]

One of my favorite vanlife video so far and my favorite pars is when everything done and the test begin and you fix😂

[@lookingback5889]

PELICAN OHMYGOODNESS! You are so talented.. You made this project look so easy. Thank you for such an enjoyable video. Looking forward to seeing more of you guys. Congratulations to you both on your new journey

[@kaytoka717]

I love the idea of the 3D print repairs. I love watching builds and interesting to find problems and how you fix / change things.

[@JasonRyan-ij1wd]

Pelican! Man what a great job you have undertaken. I also changed a bench seat with a single passenger seat. I wondered if the phantom sensors didn't get plugged in then there wouldn't be a sensor to raise an alarm... Also regarding the kitchen draws opening look into how office furniture (Desks and single draws units) lock. I have disassembled a few in my time. oh and if you drilled diagonal holes in the window template it wouldn't have gone back on in the wrong direction. I'm about to subscribe to your channel now.

[@perzonator]

Pelican! I love your videos. I live in a rv with my wife and kid. It is so nice to see the van life problems are everywhere. Keep it up!