I bought a Mazda Bongo

[@tiki-tots]

You’re awesome i e watched you so many years and you seem so much at peace and know what life is about … i wanna be like you Mrs. Jenna

[@jennalexisko]

Very kind of you 🥲 definitely still learning what life is about every day ♥️

[@eraserewrite]

This is so cute and wholesome to read for some reason.

[@UserNamedNone]

So cool to see more people in Canada getting aboard the Bongo Friendee train. Yours looks almost exactly like mine, you even seem to camp in similar areas judging by the landscape. Word of advice, get a low coolant alarm and a "Rusty's self bleeding kit" to make sure that beautiful machine never overheats and dies on you. Consider it insurance. We put on all terrain tires, took the rear most seat out, added a kitchen pod with tiny sink + removable single burner. Compressor cooler & solar panel to extend the battery life (separate the battery for the engine & accessories, don't combine them so you can run one down and still start the engine)... but the biggest difference was adding the diesel parking heater because we can camp all year and be toasty warm. Congratulations on the purchase, happy Bongo'ing and hope see you out there one day. VW Westphalia people will love you too. We call mine the Eastfalia :)

[@jennalexisko]

Thankyou for this! Would it be just as effective if I manually check the coolant levels often? I’ve heard of people installing these alarms! Also would love to know what your diesel heater setup is! I’m planning on installing one as well :)

[@UserNamedNone]

@@jennalexisko I think the alarm is worth it yes, but whatever helps you sleep at night. My diesel heater is 2kw and is under the passenger seat. It uses a mount made by Dave Westguard who's available on facebook, but ebay also sells them. I routed my vent to the back of the center console instead of the footwell and I love it there. When you flip the seats back you will find a hatch with 10 or 12 bolts that leads into the engine bay. I made the hose hole in that hatch and routed the heat pipe through. It blows onto the middle row of seats with a nozzle you can adjust. I tapped into the fuel lines just after the fuel filter using a brass T piece. The thermostat is above the seat belt on the passenger side pillar by the door. Just going camping as we speak, maybe I'll send you a video later this weekend showing how I installed it. Happy trails!

[@UserNamedNone]

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[@Papi-power]

Thank you for taking us along ❤❤

[@scrumartist]

very nice catch, so envious that you got it with camp accessories already added in, have an old 4x4 as well for car camping a delica.

[@jennalexisko]

That’s awesome I love delicas!! That was actually the type of van I was looking for before I found this one!

[@fishface6247]

Wow. I subbed to you for cycling and now you move into my all time fave VAN LIFE!?!?!??!?! LETS GOOO

[@MrDistill]

You are indeed the coolest soul on KZbin. May your blessings flow like a river.

[@patrickdaly6425]

Hi Jenna, thank you for sharing this video of your bongo, i came across this via one of the few facebook bongo groups i am with as i have exactly the same bongo, same year, same spec etc and for a 27yo old vehicle the japanese technology was streets ahead of everyone else, electric windows, electric roof, electric blinds etc and even soft close side door, the bongo is a fabulous vehicle. I am from the UK and although we can wild camp in places, nothing like what your video shows just absolutely stunning and a fab pitch, look forward to more bongo adventures :-)

[@TIMWHY2]

How fun to take your first camping trip! We bought our VW in Dec '08 and had our first overnight in our driveway in March. Super cold but we made coffee the next morning and it was Awesome! Congrats on our Freedom!!

[@saltydogreactions3619]

loved the song from the rookie. Instant fan here.

[@sarabelenrahibsanabria8768]

I really love your content, thanks for taking us along 🌻

[@arubani-7592]

Been a sub for many many years (back when I would dye/cut my hair a lot and follow along to ur videos 😂) but I’ve stayed for the whole journey and love the ride and the new content ❤

[@jennalexisko]

A crazy journey hahah! Thanks for sticking around, that feels like a lifetime ago

[@redmondjr.sandersbrown5270]

Congrats!!! Nothing like a ride of your own!!! Now pedal to the metal and put some mileage to it!!! Woohoo!!!

[@BennyVI]

Oh that girl did a thing!

[@kennycube5126]

Good choice Jenna😁 You got the best named van in the world.

[@jezztac]

I’m so excited for you and your journey with your brand new van!! This van is so fricking cool! Literally goals for my husband and I. One day 🤞🏽I’m always looking forward to your videos and now I can’t wait to see more with your new camping van set up!

[@jennalexisko]

Best of luck to you both! And thanks for your kind words 😁❤️

[@rextilian]

Poptops are the way! Nice rig.

[@frederiquepinas3377]

You are doing all the things i hope to be doing when i’m finally finished studying, truly love ur channel!!!

[@missingjpeg6823]

happy for u tho u doin ya thing keep it up .

[@angharad226]

I was reminded of you by a post about dying hair pink which sent me on a frenzy of trying to remember your channel name. It’s been a long time and I am so relieved to see that you’re still posting and that I could reminisce!

[@jennalexisko]

@@angharad226 omg a lifetime ago!! Thanks for checking in I am still alive and well 😁

[@patbateman5175]

I heart Bill , but the friendee is a perfect van name to chill in nature ❤🎉

[@Puvyarasu]

i love the feeling these videos give me

[@reddragon7356]

Congratulations on the sweet Adventure Van! I was looking for a AWD Honda Element but this package is amazing. POWER curtains! Who knew??

[@jennalexisko]

I used to think Honda elements were so goofy until I rode in one and I was a changed woman (I love them)

[@simonindevon]

Excellent choice - always good to hear about new Bongonauts! I bought mine (Bertie the Bongo 😊) a few months ago and love it to bits: 2005 petrol, 4WD, automatic gearbox, sink, gas hob and fridge, pop top (unfortunately not the electric one like yours). It's a dream to drive. I'm just about to get a diesel heater fitted so I can sleep comfortably in it in the winter. There are some very friendly and helpful Facebook groups if you need help or have questions about anything Bongo-related. I hope you enjoy many adventures together.

[@jennalexisko]

@@simonindevon ahh I love to hear it!! I’m in love too man the 4wd automatic is great!! What’s your diesel heater set up going to look like?? I’m looking to install one hopefully before the dead of winter haha !

[@simonindevon]

@@jennalexisko mine will be in the boot, boxed in. It's there because I also need a 5l fuel tank, but because your bongo is diesel you have much more flexibility where to put it. Under the passenger seat seems to be very common. I imagine heating is essential with your Canadian winters!

[@bailee.explores]

new subscriber here... just wanted to say that I love the Mazda ad vibe in the beginning was perfect 😆

[@LucaBuyson17]

its a beautiful life !

[@doron.dsilva]

I am no expert but that 27 year van engine sounds so smooth , nice find

[@jennalexisko]

Thank you! It’s super smooth!!

[@brookesmith4822]

that is the definition of a swag mobile SO SICK

[@jennalexisko]

So swaggy it’s crazy

[@taylor-cs3py]

Van life!!!! I’m here for it!!!!

[@snoopybubblesmojo]

Absolutely my girl crush! Let's go van life!

[@jennalexisko]

❤️❤️😁

[@fegmic]

very cool features of the van. and i bet that 90's made van is tougher. My first car is a 1995 mazda 323 and i love that car! 💯 enjoy and more adventures with your van! 💯

[@Shirl33n]

Bruh I was tryna multitask while watching your video and completely ignored the first 30 seconds cuz I thought it was an ad 😂 lol ur videos deserve full attention anyway, always an amazing watch! ❤

[@jennalexisko]

Hahah my bad ! not sponsored I promise 😂😂

[@ShroomAndMoss]

It looks so great and practical 😯🤩🤩

[@m1lpyy]

wow congrats jenna!! how cool dayuuum your videos are seriously my favorite ones!

[@TheTonstar1]

Perfect timing Jenna 🎉 looking forward to another video from you ❤

[@jennalexisko]

I appreciate it!!

[@brianmontgomery6834]

Camper CoCo is amazing

[@harleighs6186]

Brings me back to my '99 Saturn

[@Laura-ph2uy]

this is so cool! also i loved the little clips at the end 😆

[@arbdisconnect]

so friggin awesome - intro 😂 💥

[@hamadysack3157]

Perfect for you!

[@sk8guitardrums]

wow this is so up your street Jenna, just make sure you have all the special mirrors for the blind spots when driving a right hand drive in Canada. your car is like a "Swiss army knife" for the road. you will have to get a "Coco" sticker make for her.

[@jennalexisko]

@@sk8guitardrums haha a great way to put it 😂 and yes! We have an extra large rearview that really helps with blind spots actually! But looking into extra side-mirrors and what not!

[@anas-tl5jb]

Amazing 😊

[@MrTriked]

It's so pretty in and around where you live.

[@jennalexisko]

It really is 🥹

[@yukiko66]

Are you planning on living in the van full time? The autumn landscape looks so lovely & your dog is absolutely adorable!!

[@jennalexisko]

Yes eventually! I basically have until the end of my lease to build it out and make it home!

[@csscott9803]

Thanks for sharing😁🙏

[@jacobayuub]

I liked the Benz wheels

[@elijahdondada]

Ayee come on new used! 👏🏽

[@kylesmith4653]

Great Rig!

[@jennalexisko]

Thank you!!!

[@tragicallycanadian8317]

That van is pretty dope, it almost makes me not hate camping lol

[@saraheshafi]

That reusable shoppers bag was really Canada-core ahaha Congrats on the purchase! Looking forward to watching along as you move into it 😁

[@jennalexisko]

@@saraheshafi getting my 35 cents worth 😂 And thankyou!!

[@atypicalaimee]

I love this! Everything about it ~

[@Mariuschanges]

What a cool car! It has so much personality i love it :D

[@jannyoh]

i love this content!! also the yt algorithm is so weird, I'm 24 and also trying to buy a van for the first time

[@Jhayzonthesonic]

You can install the bike in the back ❤❤❤❤

[@doron.dsilva]

Happy Trio❤

[@Jetsignature]

Wooooo nice truck bruuddder💪🏽💪🏽🔥🔥🇯🇵

[@jennalexisko]

Thankyou brother

[@mensahsascha]

Living Berta Large!

[@jennalexisko]

@@mensahsascha absolutely!!

[@shershot]

Congrats, ok only full synthetic oil every 5k miles. Unless you got a seperate battery system, run your car if using mad electricity to avoid burning out stator/alternator. Don't blast AC to max to preserve pumps. Other then that enjoy. 😊😊😊

[@jennalexisko]

Great advice Thankyou!! I do have an auxiliary battery thankfully😁 I appreciate it!

[@abdiwahababdirahim3288]

Great new addition, congrats and wishing you beautiful future adventures with this bueaty 🤍🤍

[@jennalexisko]

@@abdiwahababdirahim3288 Thankyou so much ♥️♥️

[@kirbs7]

Hell yah bruhther

[@RottenlyMoodyChild]

That intro Mazda ad 🤣😭 zoom zoom Hi, Coco Bongo 😊 They really should make more vans and vehicles like these (cars these days are garbage in comparison). So much function and ingenuity in a small space. Love this for you, Jenna. Can't wait for more adventures in Coco. Thanks for another fun video 🫶 Edit: wait, was that the The Rookie song Daddy Cop that you two were singing at the end? Hahaha Thanks, now it's gonna be stuck in my head for days 😂

[@jennalexisko]

I couldn’t agree more, especially for the North American market! Delicas, bongos, amd hiaces are like my dream cars but there’s nothing like that being made here (especially for a reasonable price lol) And yes hahaha jet has had it stuck in his head for weeks now 😷

[@nonnsha]

ah wow, such a cool setup! i love how the seats fold down to be a little table with cup holders! also i didn't know it was your drone crashing in the beginning. i truly thought you were simply fully committed to recording something wreckless looking hahaha

[@jennalexisko]

Hahah it was a terrible wipe out in the only tree around 😂 thankfully no damage tho

[@deminmax]

Awesome rig! Congratz! Needs new tires :)

[@jennalexisko]

@@deminmax ahh thankyou ! That’s one of the first things on my list hehe

[@SimonVega318]

LMAO that advert intro had me cracking, and the drone crashing at the end 😂😂 great stuff

[@failscript]

"Jet is making us dinner!" *cooks a hotdog* 😂thought that was so funny

[@jennalexisko]

Dinner is dinner 😂

[@on2play736]

The Sprinters are popular right now, but I still prefer my FORD E-350 Super Duty. I sleep in it better than in my own room. I have mine lifted with a roofrack on top which I can use as my sleeping area for my Box Pop Up Tent one day. I haven't done that yet, but I have slept in the van before

[@Schagalorian]

sick van!

[@danstenis660]

Nice camper van. Only problem is the right hand drive. But in Canada where there aren't a lot of cars, it should be ok. Be careful about storing food inside the van since bears are probably everywhere in Canada. Definitely slope the canopy away from the van in rainy weather. Nice to have 4 wheel drive to reach those more remote campsites. Definitely do not leave the sleeping top exposed to sunlight, especially stronger mid-day sunlight, which will eventually destroy the plastic. Thanks for the outdoor fix to relieve the city life.

[@jennalexisko]

Great tip about the UV damage I will definitely keep that in Mind, and thank you!

[@BigRed707]

I got one too in the UK 🇬🇧 when I emigrate, I intend to bring it with me

[@allovertraveler]

4 wheel drive is different from 4x4 or all wheel drive , 4 wheel drive means that your rear wheels steer for tighter turns. Your van is all wheel drive.

[@jennalexisko]

@@allovertraveler I was wondering about that but all the specs I’ve found about the van specifically say it’s 4WD 🤔

[@doron.dsilva]

Alternative video title “it’s a beautiful life”

[@Alikhantanoli-yf6mo]

OMG my favorite van I need it please🙏

[@bengt_axle]

How did you even find a Japanese right-hand drive van in Canada? Looks like it is in very good condition and right hand turns will be easy!

[@jennalexisko]

It was a lucky find and SUPER clean ! The guy I bought it from had imported it from Japan about 3 years ago and kept it in great condition

[@bengt_axle]

When I was in my 20's I too drove an old car. For long trips, I always traveled with a small tool box and did an inspection of the things I thought could go wrong (broken belts, leaks). The second thing I did was find sources of parts like hoses, and belts, relays, alternator diode, radiator, brake pads, seals, shocks, just to get an idea of where I could get parts, if I needed them. I'd order and switch out parts before they failed so as to not get stuck on the road. For a vehicle designed to run in Japan, and rarely seen in shops here, I think would be a good thing to do. You could build a spreadsheet and order on-line if needed.

[@jennalexisko]

@@bengt_axle this is a great idea, thank you so much! I have a few replacement parts on hand from the previous owner but I do need to start looking around and pre ordering items! I appreciate this I think the spread sheet is a great idea!

[@bengt_axle]

@@jennalexisko You've probably already seen this, but just in case, there are a few Mazda Bongo owner's groups on-line and that might be a good source, as well, for maintenance advice and replacement part sources.

[@madalynnkirsch1031]

How does it feel to drive a Mazda Bongo Your intro reminded me of the ford F150 audio

[@hwy0]

Wondering what's the river. Looks like the Elbow.

[@22jeepmojave75]

Funny intro! LMAO!

[@rafaelaraujo247]

En compañía siempre es mejor disfrutar de la naturaleza ❤❤👍🇨🇴

[@kennethko7715]

Not sure you can cut the tree for campfire. But looks good

[@jennalexisko]

@@kennethko7715 we were on crown-land where it is allowed! (It was also a dead tree!)

[@natashahussain6281]

The ad at the beginninng ahahah

[@jameshummel7349]

What were the cons for you when it came to building out your own travel van?

[@Shimoose]

ah the lady bugs! ive heard that when lady bugs visit you, some of your manifestations are coming true - seems fitting for this video

[@irvingonzalez2395]

I want my. I want my. I WANT MY MPGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG!!

[@butterparty]

8:02 If you listen close you can hear the collective wincing of older viewers

[@tienphotographer]

wait that car is sick! i have a mazda but it isn't that cool

[@hudarifqi]

Nice ❤

[@kixb4632]

ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM! yah ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM

[@dootkz]

rad van

[@toomuchhan]

Mazda should sponsor you

[@jacktheblackcat17]

what pants are you wearing in this vid? the cargo pants type ones. i love your videos, i wanna go on this many adventures some day

[@jennalexisko]

@@jacktheblackcat17 thankyou❤️ and I got them from the thrift store and I can’t find a brand/tag on them, I’m sorry 😭

[@tarasfeduniv3600]

What the name of this trail? Looks beautiful!

[@Justin-fn1yo]

How many miles and what was price? Using as a comp.

[@GustavoBurckhardt]

what tools do you use to find those camping spots?

[@raharjorin9984]

Saya menikmati videonya, semoga hari hari mu selalu menyenangkan

[@fletchdad8755]

You should invest in a predator vest for your fur baby . Coyotes and birds of prey snatch up pets all the time . Stay safe !

[@asadullahjan1434]

Nice

[@babyloveyohan1334]

❤❤❤

[@sophiaholt8939]

beautiful video! I was wondering... what camera do you use? I'm starting to solo travel and want to start documenting! Thank you.

[@jennalexisko]

@@sophiaholt8939 hey! I’m this video I was mostly just using my osmo action 3 (by DJI) and then my drone of course!

[@sophiaholt8939]

@@jennalexisko Thank you so much!

[@kennycube5126]

MORE SINGING🎷🎸🥁🎤

[@sejanoz]

van lifers 🙌 Glad I'm not the only one who collects rocks wherever I go. Would y'all ever consider quitting meat/smoking? (assuming it's not vegan meat already)

[@naptunes1851]

What Camera Gear are you using?

[@jennalexisko]

@@naptunes1851 hey! In this video I mostly used my osmo action 3 and my dji mini 2 drone!

[@naptunes1851]

@@jennalexisko Hallo Dankeschön

[@microb4538]

What was wrong with your bike and the tent?

[@jennalexisko]

@@microb4538 nothing!! Still planning to be biking amd tenting around- just wanted a way to stop paying rent haha

[@brycethompson]

They dont make em like they used to