Off Grid Van Tour in extreme detail, plus a bit more about me

[@DonnyFreeman]

Really enjoying your videos Jason. Can’t put my finger on why I enjoy them so much but I look forward to watching each new video. God willing you continue to provide us with great content 🤙🏼

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Donny, really appreciate you letting me know 😄 Hearing this keeps me motivated. It makes a really big difference. Thanks.

[@Yachtvancar]

Wow. No stone left unturned. Incredible ingenuity. It must be very satisfying to have created the ‘home’ you wanted. You did crack me up when you said ‘I’m getting changed now. You’re not watching that’ hahahahaha.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks. I'm happy with it though it would be nice to finish the final bits....but there's too many fun things to do instead.😁

[@Yachtvancar]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces if we ever crossed paths I’d hide my no build Vincent Van Go under a huge tarp and fall to my knees saying I’m not worthy LOL. Fabulous work.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@Celt_Downunder 😂 not at all! We all do what we can to get us out there and enjoying life. That's the most important thing 😁

[@Tony-f5q]

Great to see other like minded people making genuine videos living their best life. Not sure what an appropriate amount is but at least this gives you a bit more on that $300 budget of yours!😊

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

That's awesome! Thank you very much, Tony. Really appreciated!😀 Every cent makes a difference!

[@Julia-lo5uq]

Not at all long-winded, in fact very informative! Thanks for the insight; it answered many questions I had been wondering about. Also, the layout of your van is incredibly ingenious! Thanks again for sharing👍

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thank you very much, Julia. It's good that you found it interesting 😁

[@gold4leaf]

awesome van tour, thank you, I think your engineering background has been used well to achieve a great result, the way everything is laid out and has a place to live, stay safe out there travelling around, cheers, Garry

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thank you very much, Garry 😊

[@warrenmcwilliam]

absolutely love your videos,very impressed that you take time to reply to the comments

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Warren! I enjoy reading all the comments. I get some good suggestions too, so worth spending the time. 😁

[@Happytraveller69]

Thanks for the look thru of your van. Must say you have done an awesome job. Keep up your videos I like watching you doing the days of travel.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thank you very much! Appreciate you following along 😊

[@Tony-f5q]

Thanks for the video! And great overview of the van J, and the revealing bits about the highs and lows of well … life. I think one day I may get something similar once I’m done doing everything I need to do with my hybrid caravan setup. It’s done me well for my laps around oz. Massive congrats for retiring at 54! I don’t know many people retiring that young. I retired at 47 as an IT engineer, now 49. Traveled around oz twice and now in a similar position as you with an elderly parent that has also been through the transition your mum is going through! Sometimes life does get in the way but like you I/we still manage to get away now and then, when I/we can. Enjoy, embrace retirement 😊🤗

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Tony. It's all about making the most of what we can. At least for me, I think things will improve next year and I'll be able to travel further afield....that's the plan anyway 😁

[@freedomfasting]

Another fantastic video. It brought back memories of my van trips. ❤ I thought you were around 40. I remember Ford closing, it’s so interesting to see one workers post Ford lifestyle.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

40! Thanks 😁 I was in Ford engineering, so not the same as the plant closures that happened several years ago. Even the engineering team is getting small now. Hundreds of people made redundant. Pretty much everyone has found new jobs, only a few retired early 😁

[@freedomfasting]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces That explains a lot. The design of your van 🚐 is amazing, tiny, yet effective adjustments and the know how to make it happen. Impressive design.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thank you very much! It's actually the second can I've built with a similar layout, though this one is smaller than my last van and a whole lot better 😂. Really works well for what I need.

[@sallyb1433]

Awesome van tour! I love how well thought out your setup is. You’ve thought of absolutely everything to have a comfortable life in there. I wish I could do mine the same. I love the storage tubs you have your spices & cooking stuff in, where are they from? I have the same water shoes, how good are they! Could you put some contact or even a bit of spray paint or something over the screen for your bathroom so it’s not see through? That would save you having to shut all the curtains when you need to go. I put magnets on my curtains so they’re easy to throw on in a hurry & I usually just leave most of them on all the time lol

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Sally. The storage tubs are just from Kmart or Target. I just bought 2 more large ones to put my plates plus cookware into. They have rollers in the back so easy to slide in and out. Hard to do anything with my shower door as it gets wet and rolls up. Makes it a bit limiting. Really is pretty quick to shut the blinds, so I shouldn't complain too much 😂

[@alexandramary3118]

Hi Jason, Gyozo is delicious when it is crunchy on the base. To stop the hanging baskets from sticking, rub some dry soap on the runner part. As for the rest of the van tour, it is pure genius. Clearly you are a mechanical engineer (retired). Well done! Kind regards, Alexandra.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Alexandra ☺️ I was thinking of waxing the baskets...but I actually have soap!😂 Thanks for the tip.

[@alexandramary3118]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces My grandfather taught me the soap trick. Going back a few weeks, if I had known you were going to stay in Yinnar, I would have dropped past and said hello. I go through there almost every day to spend time with my horse.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@alexandramary3118 perhaps over summer I'll head round the Gippsland area again. Might bump in to you.

[@beverleyschilder8008]

Excellent Jason. Really have some great ideas and good to see some one who doesn't think you have to fill every space with things you will never use. .you are very organised and tidy nice to see.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Beverley 😄 I like to have everything in it place.🙂

[@Denis_v1.0_beta]

Thanks for the (much anticipated) tour, Jason. It's amazing how many notable features that make life comfortable and convenient while living on the road go unseen by everyone but you. While simple looking on the outside, it's quite a different story under the surface when things are peeled back. Cheers, Denis (formerly DropBear).

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thank you very much, Denis. I was wondering why I hadn't heard from Dropbear for a while 😂. At least with your new account I get the notifications when you leave a message.

[@jarnosaarinen4583]

Thanks Jas, Bloody Impressive! Would of never guessed you were a Mechanical Engineer!! LOL

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

😂 Me: "I'm a mechanical engineer" People say: " you mean that's your job" Me: "No....I AM a mechanical engineer"

[@amonty4770]

I totally get that. My 3 sons are electrical engineers. It's in your fabric. Not just a job. I'm a doctor and it's the same. ​@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

😁👍

[@lewielongweekend]

Thanks for the tour and the overview of the entire van. I use the plastic tubs too for storage in my van. Much easier to clear split sticky sauces than draws. You mentioned no table yet. I ended up getting a small blow moulded fold up one from Bunnings. After stuffing about with a few custom swivel out ones I made but got in the way when not in use. Enjoy getting out there.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Paul. I actually have a folding table that I got from Anaconda, but currently trying to off load it in MarketPlace as I never use it 😂 It is a bit fiddly to set up though. Those blow moulded ones are a lot easier to use.👍

[@michaelsgreatlifejourneys]

Great to watch Jason. I love sitting down with my morning coffee on a Wednesday and especially a Saturday morning tuning in to your updates.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Michael. 😊

[@normanmazlin6741]

Such an excellent fitout, congratulations!! Are you planning on doing a trip around Aus? With your vlog skills, it will make a very entertaining viewing. Thanks for sharing your life with us.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks! I certainly plan to travel further afield than what I am at the moment, but caring for an elderly parents makes it hard. We'll see how far around I get 😁

[@chellisherwin924]

Extremely well thought out and executed. Your van looks very spacious for such a compact space with all the comforts. Love your baskets and a suggestion...have you thought about spray painting them the same blue as the interior and exterior blue? Not that they look bad just the same colour could look even more streamlined.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Hahaha...yes, absolutely considered painting the baskets! I actually wanted the charcoal coloured ones when I bought them but they were out of stock.but yes, I may paint them at some point as the colours not quite right😂

[@GiGiWellness28]

Amazing! Just amazing! I'm very happy for you to use the lemons from Ford to make sweet lemonade 😊 To be able to live a lifestyle that you enjoy is a blessing. Not everybody can do that in their lifetime. A side question - now that you're living in a van, you don't have a permanent address, so where did you update at the Electoral Commission?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks!😊 I must say, when I heard there were redundancies being offered, I was super excited 😆 I've left my electoral enrolment aligned with my house that's rented out. I figured that's a place where I have a vested interest....just need to remember to do an absentee vote...

[@JimmyCall]

It's all about if you love it or not. You, loving it. I personally think it's a good build. Some may say it's not glam enough. Similar to my van is more sterile, functional, and based on strength and longevity. My microwave is a $40 KMart one and works perfect. You maybe getting fall outs on having a low amp switch in-between your inverter and battery.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Exactly right, Jimmy. Even my houses used to be minimalist. No fairy lights, scatter cushions and wine glasses for me😂 I think I remember you mentioning the Kmart microwave some time ago. They 700 or 800W units would definitely be good due to the lower power use. I kind of took it as a challenge to see if the 1000W inverter type would actually work, so went down that path. Goes great....luckily! 😁

[@DaisyLarson4936]

Thanks Jason, it's always fun to wake up to a video on Saturday. Where are you heading next? I'm on the Mid North Coast ATM and so many caravans! It's beautiful here.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Daisy. School holidays at the moment, I think....yeah, would be busy up there! Not sure where to next. Still need to do some more work on my van, so won't be going far. 😕

[@SeanC1959]

Thanks Jason for the update of your and great detail of your van build. Always really entertaining and informative. All the best and keep living your dream. Cheers, Sean.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Sean. It was a good video to do when I hadn't travelled anywhere for the last several days 😂

[@rayroche94]

Thanks for the detailed video. I enjoyed your tour with explanations as to why you did what you did. One question: As an engineer myself, I was puzzled where you do your video editing. I noted that the table by the door is a TBA item, so I assume you have a suitable interim alternative.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Ray. Yeah, editing is just in my lap. Gets a bit uncomfortable as the laptop heats up a lot 😂

[@janette0900]

Thanks for the tour. It was very well done. I can't believe how little stuff you carry with you. Love the window covers very professional looking. Thanks heaps for the ideas. Janette

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Janette, glad you enjoyed it. I try not to carry things I don't use. Every now and then I do a stock check and throw things out 😂

[@BellaGypsy]

I have been watching your vids for a while now so it was nice to know a little bit more about you & your van. Thank you 😊

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Bella ☺️

[@Dave_1969]

You have done a great job of decking out your van, and that was an excellent tour. You should be very pleased with the job you have done 👌

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Dave. Still a few little things to finish off, but yeah, I love it 😀

[@tigerlily2174]

What a practical van! One powerball and I would enjoy building a van similar to this!

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks. As far as vans go, it wasn't that expensive as I went for more value components rather than "the best". But yeah, still need a fair bit of cash.... nothing is cheap unfortunately.

[@fatmanoverlanding]

Good one Jason. Your previous van life experience has shown through in some of the functionality on this one. One of the most common gripe of Vanlifers who don't have a permanent bed setup is having to make the bed each time. It's the top (or near the top) of the list of "What they'll change if they had to start again". How are you finding your bedding situation months into full-time van life journey?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Yeah, making the bed really doesn't bother me at all. As you've no doubt seen, I often take video while making or packing up the bed, so I know it takes no more than 4 minutes each way. The way I look at it is it's only 8 minutes out of my day and gives me a stack of free space that I use for many hours. Really doesn't bother me, but that's the trade off that I signed up to with this size van and this layout. Funny thing is though, whenever I sleep in my mum's house, I get up in the morning and groan at the thought of making the bed 😂

[@robyn-r3g]

What kind of insurance do you need for your van (if you don't mind me asking)? I'm imagining it must be pretty expensive. Thanks for the tour. You've done a fantastic job. 👍 🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Robyn 😊 At the moment I just have the van insured through Bingle...$800 which is really good as I had quite going up to $3000....but that's the van only, not covering the fitout. Next year I will go with KT Insurance who will do the conversion as well for about $1400.

[@robyn-r3g]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces Thanks so much, Jason, and I'm sorry for being so inquisitive.👍

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

No problems at all, Robyn!😁

[@tankus41]

Great video thanks for the personal insights. 😊

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@baswann2]

I like the way you found to keep the fridge from not opening when driving. How did you mount the fridge in its position, some more details would be great to consider for my own build. Thanks

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

There's some shots of the brackets I made in the build videos, if you have a look at my channel playlists. I mounted 2 aluminium angles, one bolted to the steel fridge frame in the back near the compressor. This then bolts into the framing for the cupboard. The 2nd is at the top front, and picks up on the mounting bolts for the door hinges. The fridge has reversible doors, so there's bolt holes in each side.

[@baswann2]

@MakingStuffGoingPlaces thankyou, I will go and have look. Excellent

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@baswann2 here you go....this video at about 6min onwards kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXa2ZXxpmteeaM0si=RNuSPOjYxvgoZ6D0

[@malcolmpatton9314]

Very clever set up just wonder when having a shower where does this drain I guess you can park up on grass but do you use a container to collect grey water ?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

The water drains under the rear bumper, so yeah, I need to be very careful where I stop for showers. You'll often see me driving around in my videos, specifically to find a suitable spot to have a shower.

[@diwalsh7864]

Thank you mate...hope to see you out at Gulgong sum day ...have fun ..

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Di. I'll get out there eventually. Got a bunch of flags in my map that I need to checkout in that area 😁

[@abettermankind9761]

I loved the van tour Jason, thank you. You did an amazing design, fitting everything in with such a small space. Sorry but I might have missed you mentioning why you need 2 water pumps?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks ☺️ I have a separate hot water pump. Instead of the normal pressurized hot water tank, mine is unpressurized, so need a pump to suck the hot water out.

[@MiniLuv-1984]

Brilliantly done Jason. Willing to move away from right angles opens up a lot of possibilities. So I want exactly what you have got, except the bed must remain made with bedding in place. I wonder if I build a bed that can move up into the roof space while not in use and lower it for sleep? If I can figure out the pulley system that will allow me level the bed when lowered independent of the angle of the van.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

There are drop down bed mechanisms available. If you had the bed lengthwise instead of across, then the size would be ok with the tapered roof. You'd really need the longer "jumbo" van, which is what my previous one was. The only hassle then is headroom. You'd lose about 130 to 150mm....current height is 2.0m

[@MiniLuv-1984]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces A bit to think about. Perhaps the bed can be hinged in the middle to fit in the narrower roof area. The loss of height is a PITA, but given it is over the sitting areas can make it more tolerable as one can stand upright in the prep area.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@MiniLuv-1984 for sure. Only issue with a drop down bed in mine is that you enter and exit through the sitting area, so losing headroom there wouldn't be good.. The other way is a Murphy bed hinged off the wall. Can't have the window then, but it's all a trade off to get exactly what you want.

[@MiniLuv-1984]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces Another good idea - thanks.

[@paultamaschke9318]

Do you have any issues with Satin Bowerbirds trying to take over your van? Great videos. We very much enjoy watching them. 👍

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

😂😂 that's hilarious! Thanks Paul.

[@offroadrover]

I have the same sink in my van and you're right it's very thin stainless 👍

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Nice! I always worry that I'll dent it when I bump something into it underneath 😂

[@offroadrover]

​@@MakingStuffGoingPlacesactually that's a good point. I have stuff stored in the sink, maybe not a good idea becsaue I do go off road. All the bouncing around thanks,, 😊

[@eddieadventures2298]

Awesome run through of the Van! I was wondering how you monitor the battery and roughly how much it drops as a % overnight? I'm guessing with the solar + driving around you keep it topped up very easily.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Eddie. There's a Bluetooth interface that gives basic stats. Based on that, the state of charge will drop about 6 to 10% overnight, which often includes me running the microwave for a few minutes and using the sandwich press. Also running the heater for an hour in the mornings. I've got plenty of juice, but if it's overcast and I'm not driving much, I need to keep an eye on it.

[@1dancier]

Was at similar age and situation to you ten years back so spent a year cycle touring overseas. Came back and got a job even thought I wouldn't given my age. Now I'm thinking about retirement and buying a Transit van or similar. Not sure about height given that I'd be only traveling two to three months in the year. In the meantime I'm getting around in my Falcon wagon on gas so I'm limited on where I can go. I'd be doing much the same as you, walking and cycling. Want to get into the capital cities and cycle the bike tracks etc.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Sounds like a good plan! The shorter van like mine would be best as it's a lot easier to Find parking spaces. My last one was 0.75m longer, need 2 parking spots. It was a pain... The current van still isn't easy to park, but at least it's possible 😁

[@jackybaynes1648]

A plastic magazine rack on its side is a good cheap option to store your induction cooker.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

I actually hadn't thought of searching for "magazine rack". What I've just found isn't exactly cheap, but I'll keep looking. That concept would be perfect!

[@jackybaynes1648]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces Kmart. I use them for everything. I store my wraps and pizza bases in one in the fridge.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Nice! I'll go for a wander today and see if something fits. Really want that sorted!

[@hamishmcfenda4197]

Hi Jason really like to see you cooking up those dumplings. Where do you buy yours? Usually the best place is a Chinese grocer but they are hard to find away from the big cities.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Hi Hamish. I actually just get those from Woolworths. I think I usually get the Lucky Cat brand. Just as good as the ones from the Chinese grocers.

[@nathansmith6914]

Very clever set up I reckon. Did you think about recessing the mirror with a router so you could put it at the correct height one day?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Nathan. That's a good idea, though I very rarely use the mirror anyway. I had thought of actually routing out all the doors to reduce weight, but not sure it's worth the mess!😂

[@paulineh4019]

Nice to have a working tour...as in showing How you actually use the inside. Very well thought out layout. I'm a tad, well a lot 😂, envious. One question re your bed, once made up do you feel the 'joins' ?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

😂 thanks Pauline. The big join down the middle can be felt if you roll on to it, but generally you don't stay on it. I usually sleep on the half that folds out and has 3 joins going across. They pack together pretty tight, so don't notice them.

[@paulineh4019]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces Yeah, that main join was what I was wondering. I had to smile when you said about flat sheets.. I get you on that reasoning !

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@paulineh4019 😂👍

[@marleneruddell9395]

Really enjoyed the tour, very interesting. A thought with the shower door, would a decal /decals stuck on work, or do you not have enough clearance? Thanks Jason, always enjoy your videos

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks Marlene ☺️ I'd be hesitant to stick something on it as it rolls up like a blind, but also gets a bit of moisture stuck inside too. A sticker is a good idea, I just worry it might get all stuck up inside 😂

[@marleneruddell9395]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlacesyes good point. Maybe if it covered the whole door panel and was thin enough it might work, but at the end of the day it’s not a priority lol

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@marleneruddell9395 not a priority but sure would be nice 😁

[@marleneruddell9395]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces hmmm if you’re into art, maybe a flexible vinyl paint free form on the midsection of the door lol

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@marleneruddell9395 maybe a picture of a man sitting on a toilet 😂 When you mentioned stickers, I started wondering if maybe there's a stain I could use...but the screen is mylar, so doubt there's be much that would work. I think if I tried to get artistic, I'd make such a mess that I'd have to replace the whole thing anyway 😂

[@tomcat7525]

Great explanation of your setup 👍 Your mechanical engineering background is evident, everything is extremely practical. I might be the first to ask for an itemised list of what it took to achieve this level of perfection. 😄 Only if you are bored which I doubt you rarely are as you are either exploring, riding or driving. You dont feel the need for entertainment like a screen to access movies?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

😂 I think given my somewhat analytical mind, its a pretty safe bet that I already have a list of everything I've ever bought for the van.... It's actually just an expenses spreadsheet, and doesn't list all makes and models, but has a price on every nut and bolt. Unfortunately I don't have any way to share things like this without disclosing email addresses on KZbin, which isn't a good idea. I need to work that out. I have space for a screen, but in reality, I don't have much time to watch it and most the places I park, I wouldn't feel comfortable with that amount of light going on. Maybe one day I'll get one...

[@tomcat7525]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces 🍻

[@tezzaskayakfishing]

I too have the 50a mppt/dcdc charger. I’m sure you are aware but just in you’re not, when using the solar whilst driving the charger limits to 25a from the alternator and the same from the solar. If you switch off the solar breaker switch when driving you’ll get 50a from the alternator. Very handy if driving in rain, high cloud cover etc. just a heads up mate🤙. Great job on the van but you are over qualified to do it😂.

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Thanks mate 😁 Yes, I often switch off the solar breaker to get the full 50A...what a rubbish design! They've sort of put in a band-aid fix on the new versions where you can set a minimum solar current where if it drops below that value, you get 100% alternator. I'm thinking of having a "boost" switch in the front that can isolate the panels via a relay at the press of a button, but then resets when you switch off the engine....because I keep forgetting to turn the panel breaker back on 😂

[@tezzaskayakfishing]

@@MakingStuffGoingPlaces 😂😂. Yeah that’s the problem to remember to turn the solar back on. As long as you know about getting the full 50a from the charger my job is done🤙.

[@marcanderson676]

Enjoying your videos! Quick question … just wondering why you chose a 240v fridge over a 12v/240v fridge?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Cost and efficiency. That fridge was $300 vs around $3000 for an equivalent Dometic fridge. And all the cheap 12V units ($700 to $1000) really chew the power from the reviews I've seen.

[@Lisa-qe8hw]

Hey Mr Blue, nice job on ur van. Practical and well thought out. I've been thinking about doing the laundry for free on the road 😅. I saw a lady on YT using a sealed bucket part filled with clothes, water, and detergent. Then it cleans as u drive around. Great idea. I think it could b improved. Maybe have a rod or something in drum to break up clothes. You could put a laundry bucket in ur shower at the back of van then go for a drive and let it slosh around. Yours an ideas man, what do u think?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

Hi Lisa! Haven't seen you in ages 😊 To me, washing isn't necessarily the hard part, it's the drying. Since I never sit still, I would need to hang everything inside...which means in the shower. I did try this a few times but it was such a pain to go to the toilet with wet clothes hitting me in the head 😂

[@Lisa-qe8hw]

Yes the drying is an issue. Many years ago I had floor heating in my bathroom (house) and it was so useful for drying things. I would like to try something like that in a van. Built in floor heating or removable heat pad in shower. With a little fan. A drying cubicle. It would b great to have wet gear dryed in maybe 3-4 hrs. That's the laundry dream ☺️. You haven't heard from me but I'm here enjoying all ur vlogs ✨️

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@Lisa-qe8hw good to know you're still following along 😊 Hot air circulation could work well in a van.... interesting idea. You can get auxiliary heaters for buses relatively cheaply online, runs off the vans coolant and has a 12v fan....that blowing hot air into the bathroom would probably dry clothes super quickly! Hmmmm...🤔😂

[@jazzycool2950]

Lisa-qe8hw I noticed “Mr Blue” has blue checked JimJams, blue clothes, blue van, blue towels, blue glasses (spectacles) frame…does he like blue?

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

@jazzycool2950 😂 not sure what my favourite colour is....💙

[@wint44]

Hi, your life has run pretty much like mine. I retired from Telstra with redundancy. The only thing is I am now 80. but you have a van and I still have a wife. You win😒🤕

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

😂😂 I'm sure you have a lovely wife! Go on you. It's always nice to leave the company with a wheelbarrow full of cash 😁

[@kurtisonxp]

Pretty good to see entirely through the van! I do have to make fun of the biscuit tin that's older than I am though...

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

😂😂 that biscuit tin will be worth something one day. Don't laugh, you'll inherit it eventually 😂

[@wint44]

sorry left out my age . at 53😂

[@MakingStuffGoingPlaces]

😂 Nice! Must be a good age for retirement.