LOCKED INSIDE? - to address the hundreds of concerned viewers: “What if someone locked you inside?” First off... this was one of the first concerns I had as I planned this out. I had planned to purchase a pad lock to lock the outside latch in the UP position. However, even with a lock on the latch, the hook can still be hooked and latched with me inside. BUT... because I parked in a city street and I had a cellular device with PLENTY of service, I took my chances. If I had become latched in there... I could have easily called for someone to let me out. I was not concerned in the least bit. I KNEW I should have included this in the video itself. Shame on me.
@juststeve76654 жыл бұрын
lol that was my thought through the whole video...
@rachelk57204 жыл бұрын
haha at 13:12 you read my mind lol. I was thinking the same exact thing.. I am sitting in my car, with blanket on; heater running (kid is at sports practice for 3 hours...so most of the day I am living in my van..)
@capt.tigerhall4 жыл бұрын
Agreed on lock on latch who cares, also putting a lock around the bar that gets the curl hook works also or cheap bike cable rapped around the hook bar part, let me know if you dont get what I am saying, you never want to be locking in, if you have to ax the roof its the thinnest way to get out.., never have another you in, also use some vise grips on the inside rails, use on wheels or at top, easy to unlock to get out, and also keeps out rif raf or po po.. good luck and keep warm, get some Styrofoam 4 x 8 sheets, to make a smaller cheap room in back cheaper to heat at night less propane use, and insulates, also 2 carbon monoxide detectors please, battery powered best to be alive so we can keep seeing ya in these videos.but i have had one fail on me.. best with two.... Life Well LIve Long Live how you want.. Be Smart.. thanks for sharing and helping others learn.. :) Happy Uhauling Bro Been there done that so have lots of tips if you need them...
@jasontheron76554 жыл бұрын
Dude, I've totally done this exact thing on several occasions. As a mover, I drive these trucks everyday. Some trips take me many states away and sometimes its cheaper to rent local and return it rather than out of state drop off. So, lots of trips with empty truck on way back. To save money or just to be a weirdo, I would spend the nights in the back just as you did. Full on camp style. Door open most evenings overlooking awesome scenery, other evenings in a city with the door closed. My solution to keep people from latching me in...a pad lock directly on the little cross bar where the large hook latches. It keeps anyone from even being able to latch it, let alone lock it. Ratchet strap on inside is the best. Works like a charm. Great video! New sub.
@lizzy2shoes5574 жыл бұрын
Great that you added this, as I'd thought that t/o the VID...Gonna try this while my vehicle's down...👍
@2008israelramos4 жыл бұрын
Happiness is a choice. When you said "life is good" as you hung out in a u-haul, I realized I've been stressing to much about dumb stuff.
@AllenFarlow3 жыл бұрын
And, honestly, that's all it is, stuff. The more money people make, the more stuff they buy and consequently the more stuff they have to worry about someone stealing from them. Why have it in the first place? I lived in a small box truck and converted the 12' long box into a home on wheels. I had a shower, bed, overhead cabinets, closets, lights, microwave, tv, dvd player, sink, stove, everything I needed. Propane heat, toasty in winter. I enjoyed working for minimum wage yet living like a king. It was steak most night, even Red Lobster once in awhile. I traveled all over the U.S. for 14 straight years. Never needed a motel room. I could travel for the cost of food and gas. Went north in summer and south in winter. Now I'm a wage slave renting half of a duplex. Miss the easy life. Only time I could ever save money earning minimum wage. It's not ideal if you have kids but for a single man or a couple it's great.
@bluegypsydoll3 жыл бұрын
🖤
@kylee.topping71703 жыл бұрын
sucker i bet your adicted to retail also
@alexagarcia7063 жыл бұрын
ToTopping *addicted
@princessjones343 жыл бұрын
🙌🏾
@FezzyG234 жыл бұрын
Living in a U-haul and still eating better than most people with a full kitchen! Bravo 👏 my friend! 🥩🥦🥒🍺
@AllenFarlow2 жыл бұрын
Many evenings when I got off work I would just stay parked in the employee parking lot. No reason to fight rush hour traffic to go anywhere, I have everything I need right there. While everyone else is fighting traffic and getting stressed out, I was sitting back eating dinner. I'd drive where I want after rush hour was over and the streets were clear and the driving was easy. Life can be good!
@twouppers45414 жыл бұрын
I camp in my semi every night. Needless to say I have a fridge, microwave, coffee maker, George Forman grill, a rice cooker, oh and Seattle TV and stocked cabinets. Been at it for 20 years.
@jeremyesguerra70284 жыл бұрын
ROFL🤣🤣🤣
@5.7heaven4 жыл бұрын
King Solomon at first I thought this was some kind of jab at truckers.. I was about to light you up stating truckers definitely work more than one day a year. Then I saw his pic. I think I’m going to take away a lesson from this
@plaguex14 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir. More and more I envy what you're people do. It seems rough but much more rewarding than being in one place every night.
@5.7heaven4 жыл бұрын
King Solomon 😂😂😂😂
@LabordayzOH4 жыл бұрын
I'm a trucker. I have a TV, PlayStation, microwave, refrigerator, Keurig, ECT. I've been trucking for years and...This truck isn't my home. This truck I bought is to make money. Home is where my wife and kids are. I'm comfortable on the road, but the road will never compare to being at my house.
@tracycagliero1293 жыл бұрын
He was quiet, clean and respectful of his surroundings. Great video!
@davoid964 жыл бұрын
Whenever I see a parked U-HAUL I'm going to think there's a guy inside eating a dry aged steak.
@alciao34414 жыл бұрын
Yes, this puts a whole new meaning for u-haul😂😂😂👍
@jacob53184 жыл бұрын
Hahahahaha
@Special___K4 жыл бұрын
And nowhere to wash his dishes...
@jerometruitt14524 жыл бұрын
@@Special___K a basin.....and water is free at the truck stops.
@7heRedBaron4 жыл бұрын
The UHaul agent opens the back to check it in when Chad returns it and it smells like a steakhouse back there. I’m sure that was new for the job.
@shirleymcdonald70084 жыл бұрын
Such a perfect example of "when life gives you lemons, make lemonade"..... I love the perspective that you chose to make an adventure out of this situation rather than slipping into anger at life and/or victimhood. We have a choice in how we respond in every situation. Thank you for modeling this and for sharing your experience with us/me.
@aerden24 жыл бұрын
If he'd spent the night in a motel, he couldn't have made money. By making this video, he added to his income and described a fascinating experience. Pretty cool!
@shay47054 жыл бұрын
There was something really charming about him sitting in the back of a U-Haul eating a bowl of cereal just enjoying life.
@whiteclouddakota14514 жыл бұрын
Simple and peaceful
@aceburgers88013 жыл бұрын
Unless you gotta go kaka
@SavingSoulsMinistries3 жыл бұрын
That's what plastic bags are for 😇
@hebrewhammer85713 жыл бұрын
Minus the nasty animal milk
@JR-hi6bp2 жыл бұрын
I'm retired army ranger 7 tours nothing these days motivate me until I found your videos, thank you brother
@krisysills2 жыл бұрын
God bless you sir, and I thank you most earnestly for your service ❣️ Please God, give JR all the comfort, peace and certain knowledge of Your Love, and I pray most earnestly that Jesus is your savior and you are working out your salvation with fear and trembling as the Bible tells us 🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻
@dianelaliberte18782 жыл бұрын
AND THANK YOU BROTHER FOR YOUR SERVICE 🙏🇺🇸
@audreybabydoll2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your service! ♥️
@Lipsmack062 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your service!
@crystinamarie12 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your service! 🙏 🇺🇸
@danielmarx31064 жыл бұрын
This is what my life has come to... watching some dude eat steak until completion in the back of a uhaul. I'm OK with this
@paula.haller4 жыл бұрын
Notice how he keeps calling it "our food", "our dinner", "our steak"? I didn't get my share, did you?
@marksusanabernathy24574 жыл бұрын
right there withya brotha!!
@83YETTABABY4 жыл бұрын
Paula Haller 🤣
@Hobistrawberryberry4 жыл бұрын
Me too man
@vickylawrence39584 жыл бұрын
We all are watching him cook the steak.
@Bmoore2523 жыл бұрын
I loved that you turned a negative situation into a positive and made it an adventure. It's really cool to see you think outside of the box! Stay safe and positive. 👍
@truenorthstrongfree85662 жыл бұрын
NOPE he is still inside of a "BOX"
@darvon9062 жыл бұрын
@@truenorthstrongfree8566 😁
@kimikae41702 жыл бұрын
Or Inside the box in his case..... LoL!! Cheers!
@kindletrapper332 жыл бұрын
hey!! you stole my joke.
@metingordu6272 жыл бұрын
🤣
@asiantwist25003 жыл бұрын
I admire men like you, very practical, simple and no need of luxury under a messed up system
@jenafurlopez272 жыл бұрын
Most people couldn't afford to fix their van-home, let alone rent a uhaul for temporary housing. I'm glad you were able to
@djames29714 жыл бұрын
Is it me or does this dude have the best editing skills, and footage from every angle. Good job, I can see why you have so many views.
@tangelabedford80834 жыл бұрын
I subscribed simply because of production. Hell he could have been digging a ditch for all I care. This was like watching a real life big budget reality tv show.
@AcaJudiJudiJudiJudi4 жыл бұрын
Nice personality..
@tripleaces64684 жыл бұрын
Which is why you know its a host..
@Star-zr4ls3 жыл бұрын
Yes, he definitely got skills.
@Eddyletsgo4 жыл бұрын
Just found this channel and glad I did. It's like.. defeating my depression. Giving me all sorts of amazing ideas on how to see the world, using a van! Thank you for your work.
@kathyharmon20934 жыл бұрын
Watch cheap RV living on KZbin ... Bob Wells has made tons he is the guru for living a nomadic lifestyle fascinating and informative
@AcaJudiJudiJudiJudi4 жыл бұрын
Watch poverty and prison in any country, and know how blessed you are.
@bonniehoke-scedrov49064 жыл бұрын
Yes! Living vicariously…
@SummerOreosGirl4 жыл бұрын
I hope your depression eases up for you. It’s a tough time right now & as humans we need to stick together to get thru it. Wishing you the best!! Take care.
@TheSatan2224 жыл бұрын
Picturing myself living like this, seems like pure freedom.
@TheSatan2224 жыл бұрын
@Alverthorpe I dont get lonely
@tas4u934 жыл бұрын
Why bring innocent lives into this crazy world right now ?
@joesargent16213 жыл бұрын
Don't do it I've camped out in the mts i I've camped out all over and I can tell ya one thing I'm good at it call me a hick camp out on your own land and build your house if you can thàt is not living and it is not save buy land in the wood and make a home trust me
@TheSatan2223 жыл бұрын
@@joesargent1621 make a home on land that you have to pay taxes on forever. You're always tied down. Grass is greener type thought you know.
@joesargent16213 жыл бұрын
@@TheSatan222 I've lived all over the place from the keys to Maine I'm 52 you need a place to call home a place you can set up you can call your own as time go on it gets harder.and yes I still love to be on the move . But at least shoot for a price of land you can call your own .you can always travel life is short . I'm from the mts and camped out more then most people and not all for fun but because I had no were. To go and that's holding down a job GET land you can fall back on and call your own taxes are cheaper than living on the road. Trust me a rolling stone collects no Moss when you find that place that you like keep the faith and settle down good luck God bless
@davidfalloutbandit2 жыл бұрын
Sad but true,this is most likely going to be my future, but seeing this man has filled me with a lot of hope and made that thought much much more bearable. Thank you so much
@csnievessings2 жыл бұрын
I have thought about learning to drive, purchasing a minivan or truck to convert it into a tiny home myself. I also considered the dangers of a single 50+ woman all alone in the middle of wherever I park. Is it safe enough, will I be able to sleep, what if? All of it creates the doubt that stops many from taking a first step towards change. I think I would feel safer in a van style home than in a shelter, on the streets or on a ferry where I spent countless nights when I had nowhere to go. Thank you for sharing your video, your positive attitude will serve as an inspiration to others.
@chrisloydmas84992 жыл бұрын
You and I both. I can't find anywhere to reasonably rent that allows my breed of dog and I've got 3 weeks to move out of my cousins so I decided to buy a van and convert it. I'm a 23 year old carpenter and I've been doing remodeling since I was 16 so Its going to be a fun experience but getting accustomed to having my home on every job site is gonna be weird simply because of the dog aspect but we will both adapt nonetheless.
@chrisloydmas84992 жыл бұрын
@@csnievessings get a shotgun. They are cheap and very effective. If you want to take the time and got through very useful and necessary training, get a concealed carry license and purchase a handgun. It helps you sleep better at night, not because you feel empowered and think you can just shoot anybody and everybody, but simply because you have the power, if necessary to stop a lethal threat with little hassle if properly trained and an ideal break in situation occurs. Anything can happen and if you were to get either of the weapons mentioned, practice in a practical situation with the said van you are planning to convert. Practice in your current living situation as well and never stop coming up with possible scenarios to train for, because you can never be too prepared. Don't become a person that relies solely on that weapon either, because not all situations call for it. You have to understand the power to discern and use reasonable judgment in all aspects. I feel the only thing stopping you is the what ifs. Same for me. I have no other choice tho so now I have gotten past the what ifs and its full speed ahead. Purchasing an astro in the next 2 weeks. Good luck on your journey
@brandylou27942 жыл бұрын
likely many of us will have to do this
@kiko82902 жыл бұрын
Well the time has finally come for me as well. Seeing this comment made my balls bigger enough to accept it now
@madge36284 жыл бұрын
I like how this gentleman is going with the flow in a positive manner- until his van is ready from repairs-I say bravo 👏 to him 🤗
@adamosantonio14994 жыл бұрын
Mi too👍☝️
@3generations3934 жыл бұрын
Grand idea. Especially in a pinch
@DreamingDarlin4 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant idea! I always wondered what I'd do if my vehicle needed to go into the shop and I suppose that could be a deterrent to others. Renting a U-Haul even for a week is so much less expensive than getting a hotel/motel. You're a smart man.
@smc39273 жыл бұрын
I can't because I don't have a credit card
@Xmech-id6ol3 жыл бұрын
but you still have to buy all your necessary camping equipment sleeping bag mattress cover Etc.
@alyssahamlett2 жыл бұрын
It's really not...I rented A uhaul truck (just a truck not moving van like this) 5 days and didn't even use allowed milage and it was 480$ that 19.95 a day they advertised is a lie
@Stellabyestarlight2 жыл бұрын
@@alyssahamlett it's 20 bucks a day as long as it sits in one place 😆
@fluffy17yt2 жыл бұрын
@@alyssahamlett loop I mop*no
@dorianthompson31214 жыл бұрын
I need this life. Maybe me turning 50 the other day has me rethinking this life. I need a reboot!!!! Love your channel!!
@fgonzalez789594 жыл бұрын
I'm sure that cherry still sweet even at 50..
@MB-gz1ji4 жыл бұрын
Dorian Thompson I’m a few years from 50 and I love the idea of living like this. I feel like I’m a prisoner to all the crap I’ve accumulated over the years. The only thing that scares me about this is I have some medical issues and need to see doctors regularly. As I get older it will only get worse. I don’t know how I could travel around the country and still regularly see doctors.
@ll_sch1zophr3ni4_ii94 жыл бұрын
@dorian thompson Acuerdate perrita como te dejo el skandaloso 14-15 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@bigjuicyratgaming70494 жыл бұрын
You look 36
@dorianthompson31214 жыл бұрын
@@bigjuicyratgaming7049 thanks lol
@petrofilmeurope Жыл бұрын
A prime example of a very positive human spirit. I admire you because you do it with style. Thanks from Oslo.
@melissamiller59723 жыл бұрын
When I was homeless for a year and a half(long story but my parents were Jehovah's witnesses and I wanted out). I had to live in my Honda prelude. Let me tell you that was the best time of my life. I still worked, had a car payment, and insurance. I could go to bed when I wanted, eat what I wanted, and most of all I loved the freedom. I miss my parents but that won't change.
@jinimurray40903 жыл бұрын
Melissa, You are bold & courageous! Let's pray for you r family loved ones. Jehovah is real alive but He is NOT any religion. I would love to be your friend. Help.uou be family with you. Please get a Real.bible which is not connected to any religion group organization...Jesus LOVES YOU YOU ARE NEVER ALONE ❤️.keep.going I'm praying for your family--- hugs & LOVE Mama Jini
@melissamiller59723 жыл бұрын
@@jinimurray4090 thank you for your positive words. I'd love to have another friend. I study my bible regularly. It was when I became homeless that I met a man. He knew I lived in my car. He hated it because he was always afraid for my safety. He lived at his grandparents house but asked if I would want to stay with his mom and dad. Come to find out his dad was a pastor. It was the countless hours of him praying for me, studying, and teaching me that I found freedom. Because of this I have been able to hear God and one day at church He stroked my hair. That man is my husband now and we both live in his father's church.
@erican32443 жыл бұрын
I'm also a former JW, but thankfully most of my family also left the cult so I didn't lose my entire support system. I'm so sorry you had to go through that and that you still have to live without your parents but I know actually being able to live your life and be free is worth it.
@joesargent16213 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry dear as many Christians out there that will help you I just learned about how a Jehovah witness will disown the family member that's not God's plan at all I'm a Christian I believe the church your wife and your family God never intended it to be like that I hope you're not living in a car anymore God bless
@ForeverMattison3 жыл бұрын
Happy to hear you still love God so many people have religion and not God its sad
@themediumone41354 жыл бұрын
Just pure bliss. He seems like he has less stress than me. Oh, he does. It takes me 0ne and a half of hard earned checks and my life force being vampired out of me daily just to pay my rent and I haven't even eaten yet nor paid the other bills. Anyone relate?
@АлексйУваровъ4 жыл бұрын
Ye. most of the ppl are just the wage slaves.
@lemonhays6224 жыл бұрын
I can relate.
@5dlife3184 жыл бұрын
Why do we have to pay to live on the Earth we we're born on? Stupid system!!!!
@bigimskiweisenheimer83254 жыл бұрын
Im hungry.
@j.g.jamesgame28273 жыл бұрын
Tell me about it,1350 for a 1 bedroom in california.seriously thinking about taking life on the road.
@joegerhard6154 жыл бұрын
Its so messed up that we are in a society that someone living in a car needs to hide do to fear of incrimination. Our laws are so upside down
@Twitch7604 жыл бұрын
It's always about the money. This guy isn't paying property taxes. Cities will run him off as he's seen as a leech taking advantage of city services but not paying for them. They will pass laws saying any number of things why they don't want urban campers from risk of disease, to blocking the road, etc. They will never just come right out and say it because they still want to look like they give a shit about the homeless.
@chinadoll18924 жыл бұрын
@@Twitch760 Absolutely.
@jamesforler68974 жыл бұрын
most ppl are renters... not owners. from seattle...law makers r more preoccupied letting lester the molester free... sorry.. dual income economy full of single men of all races portrayed as too masculine, criminal or dangerous. you have this world.
@NiNjaTurtLe6974 жыл бұрын
Nah. Check other countries. You'll see ours is pretty damn good 🙂 And nobody wants to see a naked guy shaving in the back of a uhaul or step around people to go to the doctor/grocery store/etc It's why most people are moving FROM California, not to it. 🤣 Plus, for all the socialists out there.... Can't have socialism without higher taxes. How do you get higher taxes? Nickel and dime everyone where you can!
@StapleCactus4 жыл бұрын
I was wondering why he had to hide at all. Even if someone saw him coming out of the van, no one is going to care. And if a Karen did appear, not like cops could get there fast enough to listen to her moaning. It's a camper van without the fancy stuff, so cops wouldn't even care. They'd just tell him to move on since it's not a camping zone.
@florencemiller78262 жыл бұрын
I have to say this man as a genius, could have never thought of some of the things he's doing, and he's having so much fun doing it you go guy 👍
@masterdriveroftoyotazupr41644 жыл бұрын
*Walks past U-Haul* *"Do i smell steak?!"*
@ashleyslayer56694 жыл бұрын
LOL
@nijiacofield76874 жыл бұрын
truly i love this comment.
@altagraciamarte77084 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@tarrilb3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@alexmoldovan92694 жыл бұрын
I love how simple you live and how happy you are with small things, if more people on earth will be so kind and simple like you.....it will be so peaceful place and happy place .... respect man ❤️
@ChowDownDetroit4 жыл бұрын
He seems happier than most of my married friends with kids.
@cocoputhyxo4 жыл бұрын
Mono Burgos . thats a very detailed theory/scenario. 😳are you okay?
@rrpostalagain4 жыл бұрын
Mono Burgos You got issues, man. I think you’re the only one that needs to pretend anything, currently. You fucked the same person for 27 years. Congratulations. That doesn’t make you any more special than anyone else. You haven’t figured out anything besides getting to the next day, just like the rest of us. Some of us would rather not know every day is exactly like the last. That doesn’t make us special, either. It’s just what we want to do. Personally, I like indoor plumbing, so I couldn’t do the van thing. Scrogging an old lady a couple times a week sounds just as horrible.
@rrpostalagain4 жыл бұрын
Mono Burgos can I use the car next weekend?
@kelseymccollam51484 жыл бұрын
Mono Burgos you seem like a boomer who just learned the word incel lol. Maybe he just can’t afford a home and has fallen on hard times and hence why he’s living in a uhaul. Saving money for future marriage and children you never know just a thought
@kelseymccollam51484 жыл бұрын
Mono Burgos lol I’m 27 I don’t think I need to ask mommy and daddy anything about who I date but to entertain that idea if someone fell on hard times and lived in their car before we got together I wouldn’t care as long as he currently was not living in said car lol bc I’m not gonna sleep in a car If I don’t have to.
@antoniovicente88452 жыл бұрын
Good video thank you man. I just bought my first vacant piece of land. Been living in a 10x10 shed for about 6 weeks alot of good information here man
@robertmiller57354 жыл бұрын
I like the parking lots at hospital emergency rooms, have stayed up to 5 nights, if you move from one side of the lot to the other each day, they think you are staying with a patient.
@kristinatidwell65634 жыл бұрын
Robert Miller There is an RV lot that's been built behind the Scott and White hospital in Temple TX. I've rented an apt 1br 1 bath and my lease expires so my rent has gone up from $650 to $909 with utilities I paid $950 this is more than a third of my income. So now I'm looking to buy a small house. If I can find a lot? I have a floor plan for a 4 car garage with 3/2 apt and I'm pricing it to be built with cinderblocks. There's a new name but I can't remember it. I'd like some acreage so I can get chickens, turkeys maybe even take a bee keeper or master gardening class. I want to raise at least 90% of what I eat. :) I've spent most of 2017 and 2018 homeless. Not fun.
@robertmiller57354 жыл бұрын
@@kristinatidwell6563 will be keeping you in my thoughts, may this year be better for you.
@cocoputhyxo4 жыл бұрын
robert miller oh dude😂😂 “move from one side to the other each day” LML! That’s a knee slapper chuckle
@trailerparksupervisor70464 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Maybe you will prevent the family of a dying patient from being able to park. Well done sir.
@AeroZeppelin-rb4pt4 жыл бұрын
@@trailerparksupervisor7046 amen then they won't be sad by seeing that person in the hospital sick.
@BarkingSharkFilms4 жыл бұрын
Random person going back to their car in some random parking lot, "Do you smell steak cooking?"
@monoburgos99134 жыл бұрын
Do you smell douche?
@Star-zr4ls3 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@regdesousa97633 жыл бұрын
😁
@alexgee43123 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@white_orange3 жыл бұрын
Thirty six minutes of a man's life, and I enjoyed it like watching a Hollywood movie. 😅
@sherryllynnjones70773 жыл бұрын
Better!!
@Kaboombg2 жыл бұрын
The solitude in your videos deeply resonates with my own loneliness and somewhat numbs it.
@sunshineloveyasharal47684 жыл бұрын
This video was surprisingly therapeutic. I watched every minute, the video I didn't know I needed to watch 😂
@tammilabedow30714 жыл бұрын
Me toot except fork scraping teeth part
@kjlee83994 жыл бұрын
Same
@frisbe92794 жыл бұрын
Shut up NOW
@ZlobniyXren6664 жыл бұрын
Did you wonder how he took a shit?
@elleningalls54344 жыл бұрын
I see comments like hes not homeless. But in all honesty. His home is in the shop being fixed. You could compare it to having an apt or house And having to move for major unexpected repairs etc He chose to do uhaul probably cheaper than a hotel or apt or bnb etc
@lauraloves...vanlife93682 жыл бұрын
Van life helped me realize what is important and what is unnecessary baggage. It’s amazing how little we really need for happiness.
@LivingTheVanLife2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely precise! Good on ya mate!
@brianc83034 жыл бұрын
I like this guy he’s so nice i hope he finds someone to do that with
@jeanbird4 жыл бұрын
I need to introduce him to my niece.....
@ellaell73364 жыл бұрын
@@jeanbird not so fast lol. j/k
@jonnysl65604 жыл бұрын
Who says He wants or needs Anybody ?? He needs to be strong about any such thoughts
@olganazario42474 жыл бұрын
@@jonnysl6560 I agree. He looks happy alone..
@Leroy1004 жыл бұрын
olga nazario he’s not alone if he’s talking to us.
@super.zdravko4 жыл бұрын
The next person that rents that Uhaul "Do I smell Montreal steak sauce?"
@catman5814 жыл бұрын
Thats great
@neal26084 жыл бұрын
It's not sauce.
@brandonwhite18694 жыл бұрын
SEASONING.
@nwalker88664 жыл бұрын
Maybe they will pick up a whiff of the stale Pub Beer too if there was any spillage.
@GuitarGangsterArmi4 жыл бұрын
Tasty
@NoName-ms8jb4 жыл бұрын
Even without a home, a person can still survive. All you need is a job that pays enough for food, phone, clothes and a van with gas. A house is only necessary if you have kids.
@YahshuaLovesMe4 жыл бұрын
or retired./old.
@nofindausername3 жыл бұрын
Or on disability. I am considering living out of my car. Doing some tent camping combined with cabin rentals combined with tent camping and car living until I can secure a jib and fund a new place to live. I am leaving an abusive husband.
@rhondapelletier21413 жыл бұрын
Well, you do need health ins........😕, sadly that takes ALOT of our $$$$........
@erican32443 жыл бұрын
@@nofindausername Good luck! It takes so much courage to leave an abusive relationship and as difficult as it will be I hope everything works out for you! You deserve better and I'm sure you've realized by now that staying is even more difficult.
@melindaragsdale69453 жыл бұрын
@@nofindausername there are organizations that will help you leave and even assist with relocation.
@jessemusraca17972 жыл бұрын
I don’t know anyone who can turn a bad situation into quite the adventure The way Chad did. And who gets excited over a bowel of cereal? Chad you the Man!
@Lazydaisy64610 ай бұрын
I hope you mean a bowl of cereal
@lindalowe83413 жыл бұрын
Great idea! I've done this before but in 94 . It was a great time and now it's a great memory!! One of the best times of my life actually.
@lenab96863 жыл бұрын
Next time you can use a small tent in the back with an emergency blanket over top of it and that will keep you warm. It's also great for if the power goes out in your home and you need a back up plan
@combscombs22 жыл бұрын
I think that's great advice!
@dewdropn56192 жыл бұрын
Great idea.
@myrnawashington90572 жыл бұрын
I have used my tent cot bed twice because power was out due to snow storm. I use a blanket on top and I was warm and toasty with single digit temps outside..
@petinachambersmcvay84822 жыл бұрын
Right on....less space to be heated and if you have a dog or two (in a home situation) it creates good body heat that can actually get 'too' warm. I keep a 2 or 4 person tent handy.
@sct40402 жыл бұрын
That would be safer.
@dtsang5083 жыл бұрын
This guy has some high level filming experience.
@twosongs73962 жыл бұрын
You’re living the way we were meant to live; mortgage-free!
@kareninalabama2 жыл бұрын
Except for the $1,000/month plus mileage it would cost to rent that U-haul for a month.
@alexflosho4 жыл бұрын
Your not homeless, your houseless
@LivingTheVanLife4 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@InfernosReaper4 жыл бұрын
Home is where you make it
@LaoSoftware4 жыл бұрын
I'd rather live in my vehicle than paying rent to the landlord. I hate so much pay $2500 per month for a 1 bedroom I'm living now. I can't find any place cheaper unless if I move to Laos.
@alexflosho4 жыл бұрын
@Mountain Man well it can but this is just a rental, so it's basically a VRBO
@АлексйУваровъ4 жыл бұрын
Excellent point !
@Trashmanbb4 жыл бұрын
Something about not having any responsibilities, financial or personal, freedom to do whatever you want whenever you want. It’s perfect.
@vernellguillory4 жыл бұрын
Im completely out of debt and am thinking of doing van life for that very reason
@iannamico4 жыл бұрын
@@vernellguillory whats is your plan to make money?
@mrgreen30284 жыл бұрын
@@iannamico thats what im saying, i think the conclusion i came to is that unless you have an online job, your best bet is probably to work a job for some years and save hella money, and kinda save towards ur own "pension", to cover stuff like gas, food, etc. And then maybe after retiring you can do side hustles cause you have backup money
@vesturedippedinblood44504 жыл бұрын
Duh...but he has none of the joys of raising children and having a family.. It looks like a miserable and shallow existence when you boil away the "scenery"... He tries to make this lifestyle look appealing but at the end of his day he has nothing but a cold Uhaul/van and a beer...
@williss11924 жыл бұрын
Why does he say homeless though when he has a roof over his head?
@mjareacts27313 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure he's having a fantastic time, but I have to admit I enjoy my homestead, and all the amenities and toys that comes with it. But before anyone says something, I do know how to survive off the grid. I'm a war vet of 24yrs, and unfortunately I spent two years homeless because I defended myself against someone who tried to rob me (in Virginia). This was literally about a month and a half after I retired, and I was convicted with assault with a deadly weapon. I served 10 months in a private jail, and during that time ended up losing everything. 6yrs later I was able to purchase a 4200qft home with just under a acre of land, a 2020 LT Trail Boss 6.2L, 2019 Impala Premier, and last Wednesday I bought a 2021 Slingshot SL. Life is good.
@daisydriver58773 жыл бұрын
That's kool...but did you notice that the gov has it'$ hand out every yr for taxes on every thing you mentioned. So in addition to "owning" those things...you get to pay "rent" once a yr to the gov. Own anything long enough and you might as well have bought it twice...seems like to me! I never thought about it before now ...but it sure makes me wanna run away from home and "join the circus". Don't worry tho...you're just another slow learner like me... Almost 76 ...and just figured it out! There's light at the end of the tunnel ! Just go to the light! But, before you do...make sure you designate who you want to leave it to...(all yer stuff!). So, the gov can once again help you out of another chunk 'o change. Leave it to them to figure out how to wrangle a tax payment outta your cold dead body!
@margkropf55413 жыл бұрын
So you try to defend yourself and YOU get sent to prison.That sucks!!!
@Marcia.Marcia.Marcia3 жыл бұрын
@@daisydriver5877 there's ways to leave your stuff to people upon death without having it taxed. It all depends on how you do it so it's best to talk to someone that knows this stuff either attorney or somebody who has been through it. After losing both my parents in the last 3 years I've learned a lot that I'd wished I knew before.
@Marcia.Marcia.Marcia3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your service! Glad you were able to overcome and land on top! 👏🙏
@rachellewelch1992 жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry you experienced that hellish bs and I completely understand as my partner was in a similar situation and it pretty much caused hell in our lives for several years including severe mental health issues and we're still copping the effects but we're no longer homeless but in saying that nowhere near where we were. So fingers crossed we can rebuild our lives as you did. You are an inspiration thanks for sharing xo
@brandiemichelle28582 жыл бұрын
I LOVE your attitude! Its everything for me! I was in a simular situation 5 yrs ago (preVanLife) and instead of embracing I resisted and was miserable when my heart kept reminding me to make it magical like you did! thanks for sharing! I did get locked in for about 8 hrs and that was terrifying!!! I had to call the cops to get me out and was almost arrested for an outstanding warrant for an outstanding ticket.
@Beautifuluproductions Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂Facts! Damn Rents and Mortgage thru the roof I’ll take Uhaul and a Steak
@kellybalanay95584 жыл бұрын
I just want to say I appreciate all the angles you got on this video! You put in work to produce a good video. Loved it!!!!
@YsabetJustYsabet3 жыл бұрын
Innovative and intelligent! Just a thought: I've been in a situation where I had to camp in uninsulated, very cold surroundings; if you can put one of those metallic 'survival' thermal blankets below your mattress you'll do yourself a lot of good-- all that heat that the metal is stealing away will instead be reflected right back to you, and it can raise the temp of your sleeping situation several degrees. That doesn't sound like much, but there's a big difference between, say, 35F and 40F. If you can find a large one and actually bring the edges up around you (think "partially wrapped baked potato") it'll work even better. You do lose a lot of heat upwards, but the ground/floor below you will leach it out in no time; a reflective surface really helps. Another trick, one which has saved my butt (or at least my comfort level and my health) while camping outdoors: hot water bottles! You know, the cheap rubber ones you can get from Walmart or CVS or wherever? Make some fleece covers for them (or use old sweatshirts, though the fleece is better), heat up some water on your campstove (not to boiling; boiling will kill the rubber), fill them and tuck them into the foot and middle of your sleeping bag or whatever. Cover them up *thoroughly* and leave them in there for half an hour or so, and when you crawl in you'll be toasty. Forget heating-packs, forget butane hand-warmers... these are safe, simple, reusable and wonderful. Just be sure you tighten the stoppers well!
@jburch85832 жыл бұрын
That water bottle 💡is genius yo
@ericsmith34952 жыл бұрын
Yes, those "tin foil" blankets work wonders, they have sleeping bags and entire tents made from that material, I was out in cold weather and used the tin foil sleeping bag inside of a regular sleeping bag (I believe it was a minus 120 degree sleeping bag) and I actually got hot, so that material absolutely works and could save lives.
@campingwithsteve4 жыл бұрын
Now THAT is a meal!
@LivingTheVanLife4 жыл бұрын
Hahahah. Nothing but good times in a Uhaul, Right Steve? Love your work dude. You do the cold right.
@campingwithsteve4 жыл бұрын
Living The Van Life thanks man! Crazy neighbour says hi! Heads up, you will probably get put on “e-alert” I did... someone supposedly took it off but I don’t plan to rent there again haha. All the best, maybe we meet up in rented vans one day for a good urban camp out. Cheers and hunker down!
@LivingTheVanLife4 жыл бұрын
Steve Wallis hahaha. I know. My comments are blowing up about it. “They are going to Black List you like they did Steve.... as if it is a privilege to rent from Uhaul. I can always spend my money elsewhere. Cheers brother. Let’s meet up. I love Canada. I’m in Bellingham Washington.
@jasonw8204 жыл бұрын
I think chad borrowed Steve’s signature statement “hunker down”
@LivingTheVanLife4 жыл бұрын
Jason W sorry to disappoint, but I been using it for quite a while as well.
@jacksonbauer51992 жыл бұрын
I lived in a moving truck for almost a year way back before it was “cool”… I’m too old for adventures now though, I can barely walk after sleeping on an actual bed and that’s a good day.
@mnight2074 жыл бұрын
For “locking” the uhaul door from the inside, get a pair of welding clamps. They are big jaw vise grips and clamp them on the rail where the door rollers ride. Works like a charm
@mnight2074 жыл бұрын
Bald Get'n Buggered Actually, I got the idea from how my dad used to keep the garage door open. Don’t be so quick to judge
@reed5104 жыл бұрын
Bald Get'n Buggered 😂😂😂😂😂
@cindyherget51964 жыл бұрын
Saltine Kracker That’s what I kept thinking... but he had his phone he could have called someone.
@PrivateUsername4 жыл бұрын
How about getting out when someone walks by and "helps" by latching it closed....
@bosg82054 жыл бұрын
@Saltine Kracker 😂🤣😂 DEN DAT ASS IN TROU6LE‼ NO 🧢
@user-ilelrjb4 жыл бұрын
He just a financial stable person. He buys his own thing and doesn't depend on no one financially. He good
@hermithag4 жыл бұрын
His KZbin channel is his job. He probably earns 2k a week from it.
@upinit1004 жыл бұрын
You never know for sure. He may very well be on food stamps and medicaid
@catrashoo3 жыл бұрын
@@upinit100 KZbin pays to people like him , many travel around the world for free , their job is to edit videos of places = adventures.
@northernpikes75453 жыл бұрын
Not by choice, I lived in a van for 2 years. After adjusting, it was nice having the freedom of just driving to another place to park/boondock. I found that some places the people were more accepting to boondockers than others.
@janetlynne87122 жыл бұрын
I'm stuck in bed flat on my back (it's broken at L3) so I love watching someone do something I can't do. Great Fun this kept me from feeling sorry for myself tonight.
@Stellabyestarlight2 жыл бұрын
🙏
@LivingTheVanLife2 жыл бұрын
Glad to have you along for the adventure, Janet. Sending well wishes your way for a solid recovery. Thanks for watching!
@leslieholland78432 жыл бұрын
Friend, I hope you are doing well. My late hubs had micro-fractures through his spine from a military parachute accident. He was, over time, mostly paralyzed, but still an Ooh-rah Marine. Blessings to you, now and in the future!
@Grumpyoldgamer3103 жыл бұрын
From someone who spent 7 months living every other week in the back of my car during the first covid lockdown (shift worked week on week off) this video really hit home for me. Had a few occasions where it was 0 degrees during the night, I had a mattress and army sleeping bag, then when it got a little warmer moved to duvet and some blankets. The worst part was finding places to wash and stay clean (originally had planned on using the gym each day but they shut down because of covid), and also getting a hot meal. I worked on chemical sites so couldn’t have combustibles in the car for cooking or keeping warm etc. Great site loving watching the videos.
@RealAdrianReactions3 жыл бұрын
I feel for you brotha
@Grumpyoldgamer3103 жыл бұрын
@ROM LUNDY I’m uk mate. You may have them in main motorways but not where I live.
@kandacepatterson79653 жыл бұрын
Thank you for yohr service.
@perle139303 жыл бұрын
Bless you, hope things are better know 🌱
@zedmak2 жыл бұрын
Travel America, pilots, loves they have showers. But when I was in the army in the field I used the mre to heat water and food in a basin and was able to freshen up while there, brush teeth everything. The hot logic and the 12v hot pot if I don’t want to use an open flame. Hot logic is like an oven u can put a glass container in it and put the food in the container and warm it up or the hot pot can cook, and boil water and cook stuff.
@lordpetty33863 жыл бұрын
I really envy this guy. It seems so peaceful and relaxing and care free if only I had the courage to do that.
@vejaimoss2 жыл бұрын
I know right??
@maryamba9153 жыл бұрын
I used to work for Penske and I always thought how cool it would be to have a set up like this inside one of the trucks! This is great man!
@hildarodriguez55972 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your time and effort providing us with everything you used, I will definitely follow your adventures, stay safe and God bless you🙏😁🙏
@LivingTheVanLife2 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@bonbon59804 жыл бұрын
Just happen to come across your channel so decided to give it a shot. I’m a (young) retired 60 year old and have been thinking about the nomad van life ....at least to give it a try. How you did the u-haul stealth camping just made it seem so simple and uncomplicated. It just showed how simple we can live if we choose to so thanks soooo very much! I’ve. Watched numerous “how to” videos on the nomadic life style, what to live in, how to build it out or what not to do, what you absolutely do or do not need (depending on the clog presenter),etc. and they all have some points of validity in their own way. But you actually SHOWED how simple we can do things - even if it’s only temporary. So thanks so much again for an honest look at this life you live. And FYI - I damn near started salivating watching you eat that delicious steak! Peace to you my new friend......
@kathyjordan544 жыл бұрын
Hi Bonnie. I agree. I've watched a LOT of videos too but I've never seen one like this. Very good! Talking about how simply you can get started, have you watched "VanCity Van Life" channel? You might enjoy it. He started with a bare extended cargo van, just threw in the basics and took off. He added things as he needed and could afford them. He didn't even have electricity or insulation for months! He kept expenses low and stayed close to his home (Vancouver) so he could pay off $20k of debt quickly. Vancover is beautiful and I feel like he's been my tour guide. Beautiful videos. And he is sooo positive, excited and inspiring! He's been doing this for over 2 years now and has traveled across Canada. I've been binge-watching his videos from the beginning.. Here's the link: kzbin.info/aero/PLzjkjqEYjKpaX-y6GiHXPmlQP4UdMSNcl But you might want to start with his video on how he "built out" his van in 1 day. Here's that link: kzbin.info/door/85rJiWmYQV8Shk3QWXT8MQ That's what got me interested in his channel. Then, you can watch from the beginning if you want to. He's convinced me! But first I have to clean out my house (that I've lived in for 20 yrs!), my office and 2 storage units. I can't buy a "nomad" vehicle until I can sell my house and get the equity out. I wish you luck!
@Ohiogirl4194 жыл бұрын
Friend, you're not homeless. You've got a home. You have made steak out of lemons 🍋🥩 Good luck and safe travels.
@JohnDoe-zz3hj4 жыл бұрын
looks like hes got plenty of money to,
@gailbug0074 жыл бұрын
You can't even rent a U-Haul without a credit card right? He order stuff on Amazon? Yeah if he's home has been on Chinese!
@joeonion33514 жыл бұрын
Right that's what I'm sayin the man in wealthy like how does he pay for his phone bill and shit like I hate niggas that be fake asf like this like tf if u homeless be homeless bruh not eating snacks wit dip and a tall boy none the less like $10 and prime stake like tf
@mikejoey50884 жыл бұрын
@@joeonion3351 this has to be the absolute most nonsensical comment I've read in a long time.
@wapaa263 жыл бұрын
The absolute dedication that vloggers do. Having to go out, setup the camera(and hope nobody steals it), go back in, open the “door”, reset the camera in another position, walk around, I’m already tired of just writing this Also… WOAH! This is my first video watching him and for some reason I did not expect his head of no hair
@tmusa20023 жыл бұрын
Same on everything you wrote here. 😎
@voltaicfire18253 жыл бұрын
The baldness surprised me too, not that it looks bad but I wasn't expecting it.
@dewdropn56192 жыл бұрын
Wow...I've not witnessed a KZbin creator with this many likes/comments, as of yet. I can def see why you earn them. Congrats!
@randyrottenrandy4 жыл бұрын
When i worked on a carnival a few years agoWe took an old 24' uhaul and converted it into a camper complete with stove fridge shower.... all the convenience of home
@terrencethomas59234 жыл бұрын
Plenty of room to work with,
@ewalker10574 жыл бұрын
Video please. Trying to figure out if a used ambulance or a truck like this.
@randyrottenrandy4 жыл бұрын
@@ewalker1057 sorry no video...this was back in the early 90s
@geopinon66164 жыл бұрын
I did this for a while in my car and it was cool af, i was all over the place and felt free for once in a long time.
@shemailgoondall95314 жыл бұрын
First off, my name is matt foley, im 35 years old, and thrice divorced, and i live in van down by the river! Rip chris farley
@youtuber61854 жыл бұрын
TedTucholski literal Teds the name
@wilsonmike70704 жыл бұрын
You still coaching football?
@seanowens96834 жыл бұрын
Lol
@marilynmanord17904 жыл бұрын
Thank you I needed a laugh today!! I love Chris Farley. Oh and on a serious note don’t think for one second that any of us could be homeless. Be grateful and thankful for everything that God has blessed us with.
@rickdavid67584 жыл бұрын
Lol I started reading your comment and thinking gee that name and story sounds familiar has this guy made videos? Lol then it dawned on me...duh. RIP Chris Farley
@angelafitzgerald74072 жыл бұрын
Better than being out on the streets, God Bless you and the other homeless people.
@seanowens96834 жыл бұрын
I love cinematic shots cuz u know they had to go back to get the camera
@WizardsBastard4 жыл бұрын
Sean Owens I was thinking, how lazy am I? Dude gets a lot of movement doing videos like this.
@darkinside22034 жыл бұрын
The way everything is beautifully in sequence is so enjoyable and satisfying. Really Great job
@757TownCenter4 жыл бұрын
The next people that rented that Uhaul kept craving dry aged steak, brussel sprouts, and broccolini after they returned their truck. Thanks for putting some good mojo into a Uhaul.
@loreenheath14722 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed this video. You took a frustrating issue and made it a campers delight. The fairy lights made it cozy and you had a king's meal. Bravo.
@clobbyhops4 жыл бұрын
Use a small cold temperature tent inside, this will help with warmth you got the room 👌
4 жыл бұрын
Just like growing weed.
@aceburgers88013 жыл бұрын
@ Did you ever try stealth camping? Did you ever try stealth camping......on weeeed?!
3 жыл бұрын
@@aceburgers8801 whenever I camp I burn tall. Wake & Bake. Mother nature at her best.
@singmysong11673 жыл бұрын
Good idea...about the tent
@Chris-mn7yy4 жыл бұрын
Here in the UK, that shape of van is called a Luton. They’re becoming very popular as a van to convert for living or as a Motorhome. Lots of space and nice and square, height is ace.
@anandrew66414 жыл бұрын
Luton?
@jamesread114 жыл бұрын
Yeh Luton vans...
@steverone76234 жыл бұрын
Box truck here in land of bald eagles
@joesmo51434 жыл бұрын
Bloody bloke
@bigbobhotrod46094 жыл бұрын
My very popular van resides in the West Midlands and it is called a “Hampton in Arden” lots of girth and nice and firm, length is ace.
@wediafomalazartekie91984 жыл бұрын
The title of this video should’ve been “Homeless man eating like a royalty in the back of Uhaul track”
@monoburgos99134 жыл бұрын
Or incel being watched by thousands of incels cooking steak in a rental truck that he hes to give back in the morning.
@michaelkartman35434 жыл бұрын
Mono Burgos someone’s butthurt over something they shouldn’t be
@drift3rforfun1204 жыл бұрын
@@monoburgos9913 LOL did you have to edit the comment because you spelled something wrong talk about a dumb ass incel.
@drift3rforfun1204 жыл бұрын
@Raven The Goddess of Woke And Da Heauxs nope not jelly at all
@monoburgos99134 жыл бұрын
@@drift3rforfun120 chomo
@maddiesrainbowworld34452 жыл бұрын
That was amazing! It is great living vicariously through your adventures!
@RyanCoomer4 жыл бұрын
Some of the greatest editing I have seen. BRILLIANT!!! Keep creating Art my man! Be well!!!
@deaddad63104 жыл бұрын
If you live in a moving van with the markings, just park at a motel. They're super common at places like that.
@valerieann27514 жыл бұрын
Dead Dad Right, I didn’t think you could part on the street with a moving van. Pretty sure you’d get a ticket or towed where I live.
@annamcgee74344 жыл бұрын
Dead Dad i was thinking that as well, then you could use their bathroom too!
@bah53104 жыл бұрын
@@valerieann2751 if you're moving out of your apartment with on street parking where else would you park.
@adamguymon70964 жыл бұрын
If he did that he could probably could grab the complimentary breakfast?
@occipitalneuralgia23394 жыл бұрын
All Uhauls paint their trucks white before selling them. So the idea of living in one stealthily is challenging.
@robynthecrimsontiger26823 жыл бұрын
I never thought I would be so entertained watching someone eat cereal
@michaelcarson4840 Жыл бұрын
I love this guy , he takes. A situation that would take most people in the panic mode and possibly therapy afterwards, And he,s making a fort 👍👏you got to love that .
@yolandawooten-mitchell14044 жыл бұрын
You are living the simple life!! With everything costly these days, you are not wanting for nothing being content is the most practical way to live. We need to really place our priorities in order.. I mean really! What's important in life right now is being at peace, contentment, being frugal in your finances, living below your means, trusting God. I love videos of these capacity. It's an eye opener. Thank you 😊
@natashahubbert44384 жыл бұрын
Totally concur!☺️💙
@kriswolfe14244 жыл бұрын
I am having a steak today because of you. Lol. Also, it's been a while since I had a good bowl of cereal. Respect man. Keep on keeping on.
@nickhearn72883 жыл бұрын
I love a comment all about the food in the video lol
@bigamigo48633 жыл бұрын
Gotta have cereal on hand at all times.
@cmtwmn4 жыл бұрын
As a single woman home owner, I'm living precariously through you . I have this sense of longing when i see the way you live. I also enjoy watching Elsa Rhae on KZbin, where her and her significant other live out of a Scamp Trailer. Thank you so much for your Channel. I love your approach on how you present your adventure
@REAPER3fitty4 жыл бұрын
Vicariously
@badmonkey22224 жыл бұрын
This dude makes enough money off of KZbin alone to buy a 6 bedroom house in downtown Portland if he wanted to
@gabimircea43284 жыл бұрын
Why are you single ?
@sharilhouston89162 жыл бұрын
you took the fear away of stealth parking because just got back from a four day/four night in rainy Lincoln City Coast weather a no=build build in my 2002 Honda Odessy as a 77 yr young new widow of two months . WHAT aN ADVENTURE!!! Wish I HAD video taped it, because lots of challenges with the 20 degree weather...like getting FROZEN into the van, unable to get out..LOL! But, warming it up solved that. Was able like you to keep warm except feet, so looking forward to getting the wool socks! WONDERFUL thing was meeting some amazing folks who, couple had or were homeless, and learning ways to overcome as well. So we exchanged emails and going to keep in touch Blessings to you on showing the "mansion" U-haul that can stand up in, because want to do an ambulance or u-haul tiny nomad cheap living home and YOU were an inspiration that the first thing going to do is INSULATE...maybe with left-over cheap rolls at a Restore Store. For some comic relief...look up the family friendly clean comedian...Michael Jr on youtube and then check out his two movies of MORE THAT FUNNY- Michael Jr and DIGITAL DAD...hilarious with a powerful msg. Also, if haven't seen the Season I of CHOSEN that livestreamed free during COVID...REALLY recommend it. SO many paid it forward, that millions of dollars and millions of people watched worldwide. So that now...Season II is available either on youtube/on app/or DVD. Keep up the good work and thanks for having a pioneering/NW adventurous spirit to keep us older chicks clucking. Hope to see you as a neighbor in heaven next to the real mansion my carpenter hubby is helping Jesus finish up.
@A_man2134 жыл бұрын
That shelf in the back perfect for a microwave and small mini fridge. Cartridge toilet in the corner. The wood edges perfect for mounting some power-strips attached to a roof solar power source and battery bank with inverter. Bed on a pallet frame or metal elevated memory foam base bolted down. I am getting ideas!
@youcefbenchadi37134 жыл бұрын
we missing you man , i was hope you'll be fine and in good situation , so keep going and be safe , i support you and i love what you doing Have a nice life
@rubylewinson21673 жыл бұрын
Is nice to be free of bill, no rent no electric bill go anywhere you want and have happy life
@brandondrew36793 жыл бұрын
Nice but no companion or family around. Its a lonely life with single serving friends however some people prefer that
@stopbullshitting44843 жыл бұрын
It cost almost just as much money for vehicle maintenance and gas. It’s not as cheap as you think.
@stopbullshitting44843 жыл бұрын
@Michael Pulliam food and necessities are a must in any living situation. I was just calling out the bills nobody thinks about. Maintenance, gas, shower facilities, how you gonna cook, where are you gonna poop when your on a back country road, what are you gonna do if you get a flat, van breaks down out of nowhere, it’s not all fun and games. You need to be able to survive if anything was to happen. You always need a back up plan. My back up plan is to have a home base. Never just go full time van life unless you have experience being stranded for a lengthy amount of time. Being homeless is not fun no matter what the situation is. This guy is making lemonade out the lemons he has been dealt with. He seems to have been living this way for a while and is used to surviving these scenarios. For someone starting out. It’s gonna take some trial runs before you go full on van living. Sorry if I seem like a Debbie downer. But it’s the reality of the life.
@ThatAtheist3 жыл бұрын
@@brandondrew3679 If you convert it, you can have room for a child or companion.
@mchammer50343 жыл бұрын
No it's not
@JAC222 жыл бұрын
Be blessed, young man. Towatch you be so positive and grateful in such difficult circumstances was a wake up call for me to count my blessing in life. I wish you a joyful heart no matter what you encounter in life. You are beautiful!
@Enight2334 жыл бұрын
At first I thought that you had put that poster up with the lady in it.I was thinking wow you're getting real comfortable. Lol but good idea.!
@estherstrategicadvisor7494 жыл бұрын
😂 I thought the same thing [Dude you're getting really comfy...] when I saw that poster with the lady on it.
@christophermorin90364 жыл бұрын
U-hauls are like the PERFECT tiny home base.
@angelar.20884 жыл бұрын
I don't know how this video popped up but this man is ready ! He's got it . To each his own 😁
@LAMONIQUEStylez2 жыл бұрын
Dawmmm that cereal breakfast view from inside the U haul track made it all worth the adventure. Loved the ending.
@BAGINAZARD4 жыл бұрын
I worked at Uhaul for over 3 years, and in that time I found many people living in the back of Uhaul trucks on our lot.
@rars0n4 жыл бұрын
Does Uhaul actually operate rental lots anymore, or do they just contract them out to the shadiest gas stations ever?
@CaptRich-bi3gp4 жыл бұрын
@@rars0n There are (3) U-hauls that I can think of here in Knoxville Tennessee, and (2) in my hometown Amarillo Texas. So they are still running some store front/shops.
@rars0n4 жыл бұрын
@@CaptRich-bi3gp Okay, but the vast amount of rental places are just random gas stations and such, right? I hate renting from those places because they don't bother to take note of the condition of the trucks. Great if you're leaving them there but bad if you're picking one up.
@CaptRich-bi3gp4 жыл бұрын
@@rars0n Most definitely, I agree with you.
@codyyellott1174 жыл бұрын
U-Haul must not give a crap about the vehicles because 3 years ago I ended up running up my miles on the U-Haul van I used and lost the lock and never had to pay for it
@FWCaptain-kv6sm4 жыл бұрын
I thought you were homeless.broke. You’re balling dude
@renpilak60484 жыл бұрын
Cannondale2019 , with 292k subs, it’s van life by choice.
@1planters4 жыл бұрын
How much income does that represent Ren
@funkehouse4 жыл бұрын
@@1planters according to socialblade it could be as 109k per year, but I could also create a lot less than that it's hard to tell. If you type into Google " living the van life social blade" you can see all of his potential revenue.
@Tata-iu3fy4 жыл бұрын
Moldering One the subs don’t make money, the ad views do. KZbin Premium views will also make him money. Socialblade will say what he makes low-high.
@marshallhughes37634 жыл бұрын
Why does that man favor me.
@alexg41114 жыл бұрын
Imagine walking to your car at night and just hear a dude talking in the back of a uhaul, I’d run.
@jacobdupree88023 жыл бұрын
Lol 😂
@americandumpsterfire52013 жыл бұрын
Sounds like me on a normal night at work, minus the uhaul lol.
@hamster-dumpster3 жыл бұрын
i'd call cops))
@conchitasemadeni85833 жыл бұрын
😅😂🤣
@pozloadescobar3 жыл бұрын
Please don't call the police. People living in their vehicles just want to be left alone, they are no threat to you.
@lauraloves...vanlife93682 жыл бұрын
“Pretty cool” takes on a whole new meaning when your living the van life in a uhaul. I love the complicated simplicity of it all.
@ochjoo774 жыл бұрын
The new van even came with uhaul pinup inside to make you feel all comfy 😁
@paulabuck59764 жыл бұрын
ochjoo77 1st thing I noticed! Lol 😆
@mitch50774 жыл бұрын
I was really impressed how you made it comfy and had a great meal. All your camera work was excellent! God Bless and take care of yourself.
@Dunz0Washington4 жыл бұрын
Nobody ever talks about the piss jug or the shit can while stealth camping haha
@FalconPunch19784 жыл бұрын
Ok you brought it up, let’s talk about it.
@TheArtOfDean4 жыл бұрын
@@FalconPunch1978 hahahaha! Seriously...
@ashleigheperry4 жыл бұрын
He's stealth camping so he's in a city with public bathrooms. Getting out of the truck would be awkward but not difficult. Plus a pee jug is pretty benign. I know of adult men that use bottles while driving or camping or hiking, etc.
@henryrollins91774 жыл бұрын
@@ashleigheperry My dick doesnt fit jugs...what should i do?
@bridgieoh93264 жыл бұрын
@@henryrollins9177 ... perhaps a thimble might work? 😂
@dewdropn56192 жыл бұрын
Awesome UHaul adventure...success! Your steak looked super yummy, so did the veggies. Great security method for securing the roll up door, from inside. Thanks for sharing. Stay warm and safe. 🕊