"OPERATION VAN BUILD" - PHASE 1 - Removing Temporary Build - RAM PROMASTER CITY CAMPERVAN CONVERSION

I started the process of my new van build, by unbuilding!!! lol
Removing my old build, to make way for the new.
SO EXCITING!!!
My friend Bob is coming over tomorrow to discuss insulation and what he recommends.
He's been in the heating/cooling industry for decades.
He knows his stuff.
He's a smart fella!!!
Be well,
Lulu

[@glennarussell4682]

Watching this was like watching you build it, in reverse. I got a lot of cool ideas from watching, also. You, inspire me. Love, from California.

[@LulusWay64]

wow Glenna, I never thought it of that way, but it's true!! watching me disassemble basically showed how it was assembled!! very cool observation!! Lulu

[@leonaowen9234]

So very glad you have chosen all of us for your friends. thank you for sharing your life and adventures with us. LUV ya

[@LulusWay64]

hey Leona!! thanks for your note!! I'm so happy sharing my adventures, if others feel like they benefit, that brings me joy!! Lulu

[@iamyourcow]

Hello from England! I don't remember how I came by your channel, but I did. And I just love you! I love the way you talk, your attitude, your van. I don't even drive but seeing you live your life in such a cool, relaxed way, is so refreshing and very inspiring. I am almost ready to pluck up the nerves to get driving lessons at the age of 47 because I want the life you have. I have also changed my diet in the last couple of years. Aiming to eat all natural, hardly any meat and cooked from scratch. Keep doing what you're doing and you now have a new subscriber. Best wishes and looking forward to what's coming up in the future for you x

[@LulusWay64]

hello Lee!! thanks for your lovely encouraging note to me!! I appreciate it. so happy to know you are enjoying my channel. it's never too late to do anything!! go for it!! I'm so glad you are here! Lulu

[@northernsky1506]

You go for it Lee. I decided to go to college at age 50 and it was some of the most fun, and exciting times of my life!

[@maryanderson1493]

Love learning from you. On the getting in/out of the driver seat, can you slightly recline the driver chair to give you more room?

[@5thdimension625]

Insulate. It’s my simple opinion. You’ll regret it if you don’t.

[@df6069]

Lulu, thanks for sharing. I love your calm and cheerful attitude. You are teaching me to enjoy every minute and to take things as they come. Thank you.

[@LulusWay64]

hey DF!! thanks for your lovely note! so happy to hear you feel inspired to enjoy every minute and just go with the flow!! keep feeling it, DF!!! glad you are here!! Lulu

[@navigatingtime2222]

You’re quite a handy lady and you show us that we can do it. As for lighting, I actually think that it’s best to have different ones for different purposes: solar luci light for power shortage, light with flexible long neck to point different directions, another bug light to kill more bugs and give more light, and motion sensor light. Just a thought

[@LulusWay64]

great advice, thanks!! a variety of different lights, to suit different needs within the small space! THANKS!! Lulu

[@h.a.barker412]

A thumbs 👍 up just for the beautiful plants 🪴 🌱⚘️🌿🌾

[@rocknmamma2666]

Lulu, love seeing how much you appreciate your workshop and your love for tools. Never met a woman before who enjoys tools as much as I do. And the satisfaction that comes from self accomplishment knowing you did it yourself. I've always felt that if something can be done I could do it, just need the right leverage or tool. And a little research to learn what I need to do. I taught myself electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, whatever I needed to do to accomplish it myself. As a city girl from Los Angeles I acquired a mini farm, raised the animals I needed, learned to butcher, had my garden, milked a cow and goats for 14 years, learned make cheese, candles, olives; if it appealed I tried it. So as you proudly say here, "I did it MY way". O ne thing you've done which I truly envy is you think "outside the box" and you're so innovative and apparently love going "over the lines" which I personally find difficult. So I laugh along with you and deeply understand your joy and appreciate YOUR WAY❣️🤗🥳 Cheers, soul sister!!!

[@LulusWay64]

hi there!! wow, you have skills!! electrical, wiring and plumbing I have not had the opportunity to learn yet. you are so well-rounded and do things YOUR WAY!! YAY!!! Lulu

[@rocknmamma2666]

You learn when you have a need. My husband was an anxious recluse and refused to hire repairMEN. So if I wanted something fixed on our home I taught myself and found your joy in the self-satisfaction of success. If you have a need I've no doubt you'll do it. Of course, I didn't have any YT videos to show me or google to find answers. Problem now is I'm 20 years older than you and not as flexible so don't build anymore so search my stuff to repurpose. Love the underfloor storage your minivan has. And now your improvised cooler well❣️ Looking forward to knowing you better and thank you for your insightful sharing my friend. Aren't "soul sisters " terrific🤗👍🐣💕

[@rocknmamma2666]

And just remembered to give a 👍 for being proud to utilize garage sale and thrift store finds such as clothes and other things you can use. I've done all my married life even tho I could buy new.

[@darleneharhara1382]

Your plants love you ! They look so healthy and happy❤

[@emilydelgado4312]

Thank you for being my inspiration! You make me smile. Your happiness is contagious. I am so glad I found your channel

[@susanhiggins1940]

Cool!! Going in backwards!!! U so smart!!!

[@monicajay7117]

Love how well you have organized your workshop. The use of wood cabinets makes for a warm environment.😊

[@LulusWay64]

oh, I love my workshop!! it's really quite a mess right now, it always is at this time of year. spring cleaning it is always a fun project!! when it's warm enough to open up both garage doors, that's when I start loading stuff out, sweeping, cleaning, reorganizing and getting rid of a bunch o' stuff!!! there are always extra bureaus/dressers, or they are on the side of the road for trash, or thrift stores really cheap, they make great tool chests!!! Lulu

[@cc-camper-lady]

Hey Lulu! Thanks for bringing us along on your FL journey. I can't wait to see your new build. I know it will be fantastic!🌸

[@LulusWay64]

hey CC!! thanks for your note! the new build feels so exciting, I look forward to chipping away at it over the next couple of months!! stay tuned!! Lulu

[@stellasrvadventures483]

Next time cook the potatoes whole. I’m just learning too but I found that worked better. I got the 6.5 quart instant pot duo crisp, ultimate lid it has 13 in 1 functions really really like it a lot. Comes with an air fryer also.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Stella!! cooking the potatoes whole would do the trick, but it takes longer to cook them that way. at home it's no big deal but on the road, the less cooking time, the less my battery bank drains. I wonder if when I take them out of the pressure cooker, when they are still white, I should just put them in a container and cover them. I tend to leave it open so they can cool down. I'm just learning too!!!! Lulu

[@stellasrvadventures483]

@@LulusWay64 I put six potatoes in my instant pot yesterday for 12 minutes all small to medium potatoes. 10 minutes natural release and they came out cooked. I don’t know if that’s too long for you, but give that a go if it works if not then I guess you would have to chop them up, good luck. I hope it works.

[@nancyjohnson2070]

You are amazing Lulu!!! You’re so talented and what a great garage full of everything you need!!! How handy is that??!! I’m going to use plywood first on my van floor after seeing how you secured yours. So many great ideas in your build.

[@LulusWay64]

hay Nancy, mine is not secured at all, it's just a 4x6 sheet, just sitting on the floor, then everything was attached to the floor, it would never move!! Lulu

[@nancyjohnson2070]

@@LulusWay64 I love your tap dance floor!! That’s what I’m doing. I’ll attach my items to the plywood, like you did with your floor. 😃

[@northernsky1506]

You're too cute; popping the flowers in your hair! Love it! I'm still loving my new found freedom since choosing not to eat socially any more. I weighed in Friday with my N.P. and will be weighing in again in about 30 days; I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks for all the good vibes and inspiration. And good luck on the new van build, exciting stuff!

[@LulusWay64]

hello!! thanks for your nice note!! so exciting to hear about your new found freedom, enjoy every minute of it and keep expanding it, nothing feels better!! Lulu

[@bettegould6655]

You amaze me everyday. You’re inspiring me to do a van build but first I need to get a van!! I don’t have any tools at all. Love your food prep!!

[@LulusWay64]

hey Bette! my first van build, like I said, I had to hire out, I didn't know what to do. but then you learn (if you are so inclined), and I developed a collection of tools over the years as I needed them! everything in it's divine timing!! Lulu

[@tobymeade3222]

Wow you have everything in your Shop, building your new Van over You are giving me Good Tips for Organizing!👍✌️😊🙏🙌🇺🇸🌞

[@evazee772]

Hi LuLu, thanks for sharing your van life & healthy eating ways. Looking forward to your new build. Take care beautiful soul.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Eva!! thanks so much for your nice and encouraging note to me. I'm so glad you are here!! Lulu

[@carolcopley3639]

So glad to see and hear you lady. Thank you for all you do for yourself and us. Slways look forward to your visits.

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Carol!! so happy to know you look forward to my videos! I'm glad you are here!! Lulu

[@KarenWhelihan]

Yes!, I would definitely insulate for the reasons you mentioned, warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.

[@theunknownnomad]

I’m 61 and your energy and agility amazes me. I’m sure your diet as much to do with it.

[@LulusWay64]

yeah, I think my fuel has everything to do with it!!! I'm grateful.

[@oops5301]

Hi Lulu. Love watching your videos. Please, please always show how you prepare your food. I'm over weight, and have tried some of your food preps. Thanks you.

[@LulusWay64]

hey oops!! well, I can't always show how I prepare my food, my camera would never be off! LOL but I can certainly answer any questions you may have!! I'm glad you are here, stay inspired!! Lulu

[@christinamacintyre9972]

LED 100% useful for lights. You can also get strips that have different colours, set at different temps, or brightness etc which you can use on a remote control. LED strips are good because they dont use much power (just like your little fairy lights there)

[@LulusWay64]

thanks for your input, Christina!! Lulu

[@aprilbaxter2578]

I love the workspace! When I'm going to use any tools, I make sure I have a box of quart size baggies with me, and a permanent marker to write on the bag where I took the parts from. Some people even use their phone to take pictures of every thing they un-assemble and re-assemble. Holy smokes! Thought the paint would come off with the mini-crowbar. The lattice was a great idea for the bed.

[@LulusWay64]

great idea!!

[@judylowe2688]

I liked your van build, so I can't wait for the next build!❤

[@debragarcia9978]

You are a very logical lady! I get so inspired watching you. I have car camped two times and just used what I had in my home. It worked for me. Did it MY way!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Debra!! I'm so happy to know you get inspired watching my videos!! stay inspired! I'm glad you are here! Lulu

[@quidestveritas8713]

I just adore you Lulu! 💕✨

[@bonriver9420]

Your dinner looked delicious. Love the music also.

[@jewelpotter6221]

This is awesome, showing us the ins & outs of taking down ,& build out your van❤

[@tobymeade3222]

Good Morning 🌄🌞 Beautiful Day after Palm Sunday 🌻🌄🙌🙏🇺🇲🤞🌞✌️

[@Sue3565]

Enjoy your company. Another great video. Thanks Lulu.

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Sue!! Lulu

[@kathyschaefer2455]

Love watching you and seeing what you eat. It really does help me make better choices.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Kathy!! so happy to hear you feel helped by watching my meal prep. YAY for you for making better choices!!! Lulu

[@kathleendanley8508]

I absolutely love my Instant Pot, when i don’t know how to cook something I look to it. I’m enjoying your IP videos!!!.😊

[@kaymccain1593]

I love your workshop. How fun is that going to be!!! I only have insulation in the sides of my Promaster City, works well. I know you will make a wise decision after you do your research. ❤❤

[@LulusWay64]

hello Kay, is there a reason you did not insulate the floor or ceiling? thanks, Lulu

[@Caylainez]

You bring me so much joy. You have a very peaceful and comforting aura, I love it! I also love your steering wheel cover! 😍🤗❤

[@LulusWay64]

hi Cayla!! thanks for your lovely note to me!! I'm so glad you are here! Lulu

[@VEWNZ]

Your food is SO fresh and HEALTHY.

[@cindylewis7072]

Such a joy to watch your videos, educational too.

[@PolarB36]

Hi Lulu! Love seeing you do all this work on your own! 🎶🎶Sisters are doing it for themselves!🎶🎶 Was playing in my head watch you work! I was wondering for your new build if you are having your bed layout the same or would you do it crosswise in the back of the van? Not sure how wide your van is crosswise or if it would support a bed layout like that. I’m excited to see the changes for your van.

[@PolarB36]

PS- we have a small LED light strip that’s about 12 inches long that has 4 levels of brightness and it is rechargeable AND magnetic. It’s in a white hardcover casing and has a push button on one end to turn on and for each level of brightness. We actually use it in our laundry room and stuck it on the metal furnace. Bought it at Home Depot a few years ago for under $15. Works great.

[@karinhart489]

I temporarily used a LED fairy light string with a battery the size of a quarter, holding the string to PMC ceiling with magnets. That was way to bright light at night reflecting off all the white paint. Still trying different lights.

[@LulusWay64]

the van is only 4 ft. wide, so the bed going sideways won't work. the new bed layout idea in my head would relocate it. stay tuned!! Lulu

[@judyjudymercer9674]

Hi Lulu, looking forward to your videos on your van build. Lucy lights are cheap and they put out a lot of light, they are also solar. You just put them on the dashboard to charge them.

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Judy!!!

[@lynnbb]

💚🦩🌴 your ideas... Thanks LuLu😎

[@lindahobbs2136]

Now that I've discovered you(!), I'm going back to watch your earlier videos. So fun! And 10 degrees is a big difference to me......I'm anxious to keep watching to see what you decided about insulation... ☺

[@LulusWay64]

hey Linda, I'm so happy you discovered me and are enjoying all my videos!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 💕

[@barbwatkins3676]

It must make you so happy knowing how much your subscribers enjoy your vids. Not to mention how many of them are inspired by your healthy food choices.. Personally love your engaging and positive personality. You always make me smile. 🦋

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Barb for your nice note! for today, I'm enjoying this journey!! Lulu

[@Je-Lia]

Lulu -- what is the beautiful, energetic music while you were showcasing your food??? It's gorgeous.

[@LulusWay64]

I forget!! lol

[@Je-Lia]

@@LulusWay64 Hahaha! No problem! Sometimes I wander through youtube, just following cool new music I never heard before. Maybe I'll come across it myself someday! Thx Lulu!

[@Mooniicky]

Omg I have workshop envy - fantastic space to work in 😍

[@LulusWay64]

every spring, I typically go through the whole garage and reorganize, reorder things, get rid of a bunch of stuff, and that project is coming up soon!! I could have waited until it was all in tip-top order before I toured it on a video, but I was like "nah, who cares?" LOL I love my workshop, even when it's a mess!! Lulu

[@moscafroglover2127]

I had smoked paprika chicken today because yours always looks lovely and I had it on a huge salad! It was so good!!! I will definitely keep doing smoked paprika chicken. Delish!😊 the big ass salad was also inspired by you ~Moni🌻

[@LulusWay64]

glad you enjoy it, Moni!!!

[@MissLilasTeaRoom]

I really enjoyed this Lulu! Can't wait for the continuation of Van Build! I tried to find some white sweet potatoes but none were to be had even at Sprouts or Whole Foods! But I am in the South after all! Sweet potatoes everywhere, but just your beautiful orange. I want to try and grow some whites so I'll keep looking! Love Ya! Miss Lila

[@LulusWay64]

hi Lila! well, the orange ones are good too, but I hope you find the white ones soon, they are so delish!! Lulu

[@RLeeVanCamps]

Have you tried an Asian market?

[@JRenae3366]

You are a GEM ! 🌟🌸

[@Cjs_Travelin_Van-Na]

So happy to see you. Can't wait for the new build, so exciting. Thanks for all the inspiration in the kitchen and the garage.

[@cheflifevanlife]

This is going to be fun!

[@eliciamccoy3326]

Wish I had your energy. Enjoy your videos and your food hope to cross paths someday in my van . Stay safe and enjoy your life

[@LulusWay64]

hi Elicia!! thanks for your note!! so happy to know you enjoy my videos!! I'm glad you are here!! Lulu

[@jacquelinemundt4688]

What a productive Palm Sunday with matching great nutritious meal you had Miss Lulu. Following you faithfully.Love, Jacque ❤

[@vernaferguson2783]

Way to go Lulu great video!!!

[@LulusWay64]

hey Verna!! thanks for your encouraging note, so glad you are here! Lulu

[@TheChiyna]

Hi Lulu just watched this video. So inspiring. Wish I had your get up and go. Anyway I just wanted to say ( although you will ultimately do it Lulu’s way). It may be wise to consider insulation for your van. Particularly if you decide to do any camping in or around the Massachusetts vicinity. I’m from Boston and the weather there can be brutal. I’ve moved to California years ago and weather here is becoming more and more unpredictable. Not just here but everywhere. Your first thought will no doubt be your best thought. Good luck 🤞🏽 I’ll be watching and wishing you the best.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Chiyna! thanks for your note!! I DID INSULATE. if you see a couple of my more recent videos, you'll see I began the insulation!! YAY!!!

[@emiliagarcia6868]

You're awesome ❤😊 Can't wait for the next build ❤😊 Food looks delicious 😋 Have a great evening/night 😊❤

[@LulusWay64]

hello again Emilia!! thanks for your note!! the new build feels very exciting, stay tuned!! Lulu

[@LoOnTheGo]

We are women hear us roar! We can do anything it just may take a little longer, ha! That is a big ass cooler. Lulu, I have one string of lights in my van for getting into pj's at night. For good light I use my head lamp. I can't wait to see what you do with that space! Happy spring!

[@LulusWay64]

I have a head lamp, good idea!! thanks!! Lulu

[@Kiwiwanderer]

Omg what a lovely surprise another video! Ahhh Lulu …I think I have a problem ….my addiction / poison has always been food …..but now I think I have another addiction…..your videos …you cheeky lil vixen..❤😂 You are so capable woman!!

[@LulusWay64]

haha!!! addicted to inspiration? not a bad addiction to have!! LOL Lulu

[@SimoneNC]

Hi Lulu, love your positive attitude and your great ideas in the van. I watched a couple of your videos and you are quite the inspiration. I’ve traveled a lot in my Chevy express but I’m just not that good with a set up. I have redone it at least 15 times in 3 years!!

[@LulusWay64]

hey Gypsy!! thanks for your nice note, appreciate it!! changing the van is FUN (in my opinion)! I always change mine too, there is ALWAYS a better way!!! Lulu

[@Smag-wm4bx]

Your Rockin" it Lulu!

[@TaraannBudgetsandSelf-Care]

You have inspired me. I took for my family of 7 and never cook the way I like to keep them happy. Now, every Sunday, when I food prep for the week, I now prep some of the foid the way I like it. Thank you!!!

[@LulusWay64]

I always eat different than my family. in fact, I have a nice Easter dinner planned for the family here, and they love my italian food and I look forward to making it for them, and I won't touch it . . . I will bring one of my typical meals to the table, enjoy their company and enjoy them enjoying the food I made them!! glad you are making some food the way you want it, nothing wrong with that! Lulu

[@JoHarmon-hg7wz]

I went on my first trip to White Mountains of AZ with my new camper shell. I had already insulated the floor so we could put down the wood and bought indoor out door carpet to put on top. Moved everthing in and hit the road. The temp dropped down to 32F, thought I was going to freeze to death! As soon as I got home I grabbed my grandson and he went to town putting up reflectix and a very thin layer of thermal insulation over it. Now when it's cold its cold but it sure helped a lot. In the summer the difference is amazing. Enjoy your rebuild!

[@LulusWay64]

thanks for sharing your experience! yes, I've decided today that I am insulating!! Lulu

[@debbiesue4287]

Great video, very helpful to see what and how...the thought processes. Love your workshop. Thanks Lulu!

[@louisecaltagirone2466]

My goodness Lulu, u have a tiny Home Depot there, good for you, and nice two car garage.

[@LulusWay64]

hahaha!! oh, I love my garage, my most favorite room in the house!! 😊

[@louisecaltagirone2466]

@@LulusWay64 oh ya lots of creativity there. Garages can be lots of fun. Lulu I just made smoked paprika chicken. Omg, I love it. It’s now on my menu, Ty so much, 😘

[@LulusWay64]

YAY!! it's as if it's lathered in BBQ sauce without all that sugar and junk!! glad you enjoy it!!

[@lovematters7122]

Another plus about your van is that it fits in a garage. My high top promaster does not! Awesome!

[@LulusWay64]

yes, I'm grateful it fits in my garage, although if I really really wanted a high top, I would get one and park it in the driveway, but I'm enjoying the smaller van, for now! who knows what I may choose for the future!! Lulu

[@lovematters7122]

@@LulusWay64 We'll just keep that high top at the top of your vision board and it will be on the way!🌞

[@mariaejasso5115]

WOW! I am so impressed with your skills and calmness.

[@terrilowry937]

I laughed out loud at backing into your front seat! Impressed with your tool skillz!

[@LulusWay64]

where there's a will, there's a way!! LOL

[@angelajenkins]

Lulu you broke down that build like a champ and I enjoyed this vid!!!!!!!! Thank you!!!

[@jonimitchell6962]

For security you need to be able to leave without exposing yourself to danger. That's why you need to be able to get into the driver's seat from inside. Hopefully never need it but it is good to know how to do it.

[@LulusWay64]

yes, I can do it.

[@joyceullom8037]

I love watching you working on your van and wish I was at the point you are. I really love the things you do and agree 100% about those little lights strung all over the place😄

[@LulusWay64]

hi Joyce!! thanks for your note! I'm excited to continue sharing this van build, it's so fun!! I'm glad you are here! Lulu

[@christinamacintyre9972]

A reading light by your bed would be good and then a LED strip along your kitchen area

[@LulusWay64]

I do have a little reading light that is USB chargeable (it was clipped onto that little "nightstand" that I had stuck to the wall that I got off with the crowbar!!) that works great for reading light. but I need good lighting for cooking and when I really want to see what I'm doing. I'll look into the LED strip, thanks!! Lulu

[@pammerola3801]

Oh boy I love your workshop !!! Thank you for sharing and inspiring

[@judyjudyjudy1841]

I enjoyed watching this, thank you for sharing! I look forward to the next step. The end will be the fantastic rebuilt....I'm so excited for you. But the journey will be so enjoyable. xxxooo Judie

[@cherylgerken1414]

I am so excited to see your new van build! I have very similar way of prepping/eating as you, but I lack the creativity. I do have an innate ability to model, modify and adapt to something I see to make it uniquely mine. I have purchased the majors: 2 Bluettis, 2 ea 200w solar panels, Berkey, smaller instant pot, DOC fridge/freezer, upgraded cooler, Yeti blue ice blocks, as well as other smaller miscellany. I DO NOT have preferred vehicle yet (only my SUV Buick Enclave.) These items are very useful regardless of how my prospective camping journey ensues. I am going this morning to dealerships looking for a Pro-Master. I will still own my smallish condo for home base. Wishing you the best and I love all your videos; I repeatedly watch them to glean every speck of knowledge you offer.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Cheryl!! I remember gathering items I wanted for my van before I had a van!! it's just so much fun to plan and prepare!! ENJOY IT!! Lulu

[@hellohappy2]

Hey Lulu, what a great and interesting video! I look forward to watching you rebuild the van.

[@k8barkley]

Wonderful!! Loved watching you work, lol Looking forward to the new build. Thanks for sharing!!

[@LulusWay64]

hey Kate! thanks for your note, appreciate it!! so glad you are here! Lulu

[@Deborah986]

Hi Lulu - I learned a lot watching you break down the “no build” I agree with the Luci lights and a head lamp so you have a light every direction you move and to read. Looking fwd to the next build.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Deborah, it's funny, I never thought about the fact that while I showed the break down of the build, I was actually showing the build! that is cool!!! lots of great ideas in that build, thrown together in two days!! but I need to be more functional and utilizing all the space, not wasting a precious inch!! Lulu

[@chistinemartel9043]

I can’t wait to see the results. I am conflicted on buying a large van or small transit connect, but I have 5 years to think about it and research. You guys are amazing and love learning from your mistakes.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Christine!! I've always been conflicted on large or small vans, but with this purchase, I feel I fully decided on the small van and will stop thinking about the bigger one. I've decided and I love all the pros with having smaller van!! you'll decide what's best for you!! enjoy the dreaming phase, it's a really fun part of it!! Lulu

[@redgingerbreadpam]

Yàyyy Lulu got this all accomplished today!! Plus all your delicious food prep. I absolutely love my Instant Pots. I've used mine quite a bit while traveling in a semi.

[@Bernimv]

Tools for everything, as even when i had my log home, gave most away. I, too, love Ryobi tools. Batteries can be used for other Ryobi tools and fans. Jejeje, i say it keeps me flexible using muscles. I never knew i had going back n front. I use a plug-in hanging light fixture with my jackery. It's really bright, and i do have a Mpowerd luci base camp: solar inflatable lantern & phone charger, 360 lumens LEDs, its rechargeable using dolar or usb-c n its waterproof. That was such a wonderful thought out beautifully built you did. Insulation is a game changer, i used Havelock Wool n its difference even cooler in hot Sumner

[@LulusWay64]

hi Berni! thanks for the lighting suggestions! Lulu

[@csmith9189]

Hi Lulu, check out the Ryobi lights and fans. I use Ryobi tools, lights, fans, tire inflator, inverter in my van. Blessings as you rebuild your van.

[@LulusWay64]

hi there!! hmmm, interesting, I have ryobi chargers and batteries and tools, never thought to use that power for other items too!! THANKS!! Lulu

[@vickyhenigar8339]

Hi lulu. I admire your spirit and energy. I put sound deadening in my NV 200 and didn't notice much difference. I'm in Florida and have not insulated. I am not full time. I'm still working. I weekend camp in Florida except June-august. I try and get out most weekends I also removed my passenger seat. What a game changer. Hope to meet you next time you visit Florida.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Vicky!! I have the box of Kilmat but my friend Bob told me not to bother with it. you note to me confirms he may be right, may not be worth the time and effort and the weight of it. I'm also removing the passenger seat!! so exciting!! Lulu

[@RLeeVanCamps]

Have you ever watched LadyBug Out? She has similar vehicle I believe😊

[@AuraDawn_Health]

I now must buy a mini little crow bar 😁👍

[@LulusWay64]

A must have!!!

[@marythursby4291]

Girl no wonder you work out got to love power tools you just make me smile and yes God Bless you

[@LulusWay64]

Lowes and Home Depot are like my new candy stores!! LOL

[@RLeeVanCamps]

@@LulusWay64 my favorite stores to shop in.

[@navychhaingvoeun528]

Hi Lulu I can’t wait to see how you build be safe

[@vitocarlogenove6898]

Keep inspiring Lulu❤❤❤ from your number 1 fan from the tropical island the Philippines🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@LulusWay64]

hey Vito!! thanks so much for your encouraging message!! appreciate it! glad you are here!! Lulu

[@TaraannBudgetsandSelf-Care]

My son has the LED strip in his room, which is bigger than the van and they are very bright.

[@NancyandMako]

Yummy your food prep looks delicious Lulu, I made some bean soup in the slow cooker while I hiked this morning! Change it up with some protein!!! Love your garage can’t wait to watch your new build! You are amazing!!! Great job bungee queen you did it!!!!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Nancy!! a pot of soup waiting for you after a hike . . . now that's some self-love!!! Lulu

[@NancyandMako]

@@LulusWay64 I just love you!! You are just my inspiration!!! Have the best day today😊❤️💥

[@VivecaV2020]

I’ve seen people use long magnetic LED lights that they love. I have one of the bug zappers like you, but I hang that closer to the front in order to attract bugs away from me. I also have a Lucy light and a knock off. I think all my lights are dilated powdered except a couple small lanterns I got from Harbor Freight. I have more lights than I use. I also have a second bug zapper for my screen tent!

[@LulusWay64]

hi Viveca! I too hang that bug zapper away from me (although it's still close because the space is so tiny!! let's say that it's hanging more toward the foot of the bed rather than the head of the bed!! thanks for your suggestions!! Lulu

[@survivaljulia9861]

Lulu, you worked so hard to get all that disassembled and I’m so excited for the insulation phase of your build. Looking forward to meeting you at one of the Butterfly rallies in the future.❤❤

[@LulusWay64]

hello Julia!!! yes, it was hard work, but it's fun!! the insulation phase is the part I want over and done with, it's the less glamorous task!! LOL I like decorating and working on the fun things like building it out. BUT, I gotta get this insulated so here I go!! the Butterfly rallies are FUN!! Lulu

[@Markhope-e3z]

🙌

[@elsathal7359]

Thank you for sharing 💞

[@sheilaandersen8710]

Hi Lulu! Wish we could have met up when you drove through CT. 😊 Maybe on another of your adventures. 👍 Thank you for sharing the breaking down of your temporary van build. Very much looking forward to seeing the whole new build process! With the new build will you use Kill Mat and / or insulation on your floor? They can both really reduce road noise. And, having the floor insulated helps no matter what. Thanks for sharing!! 😊👍

[@LulusWay64]

hi Sheila!! I have the box of Kilmat but I think I may not bother installing it, but I will be insulating the floor, for sure!! hopefully this summer, I'll be traveling around New England and I'm not sure how to meet up with folks or plan such things like meetups, but who knows!!! Lulu

[@susanmaguire9009]

So, I guess we’ll be spending a lot of time in your garage too, with you. ❤

[@LulusWay64]

YUP!! haha

[@user-qb9zd4jz4r]

Love the videos Lulu! I really like my USB rechargeable Flyhoom light bulbs. They are very bright and have white, or warm light with a dimmer option. Best luck to you in your next van build..

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Megan! I just put it in my cart on Amazon, I think those might work well, THANKS!! Lulu

[@janiceknight1035]

Love your vids❤

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Janice!! I'm glad you are enjoying my videos!! thanks for letting me know. Lulu

[@beeARTcanada]

That was fun! Can’t wait to see your new van ideas. I liked your last video as well when you said if you want to be healthy or lose weight, you just have to “GET TO IT”. One just can’t keep wishing it, and life zooms by with no results. 30 down for me, 15 more pounds to go. How different from your maintenance eating portions now, were your losing weight portions? How much weight did you lose? Sorry if you may have already mentioned this and I missed it. Thanks for inspiring. I love your vibrancy.

[@LulusWay64]

hi bee!! I eat not much more from when I was reducing, it doesn't really take much to stop the weight loss. here are a couple of my videos that talk more about this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqfdpHx8gtKBZtU kzbin.info/www/bejne/g16unZVjiK6fpM0

[@tinanichols5499]

I love listening to you!

[@LulusWay64]

oh Tina, that's so sweet to say!! I'm so happy you enjoy my channel!! thanks for writing! Lulu 😊

[@beamusedrev]

I use a regular LED lightbulb in a standard bedside lamp that attaches to the wall. Works for me 🙂. LED rope lights also give a lot of light. Too much for me.

[@pamtodd6586]

Self stick led strip lighting.

[@LulusWay64]

hi Pam!! great idea!! thanks! Lulu

[@christinamacintyre9972]

Consider that insulation also provides a form of sound deadening too. I would 100% insulate the van, it doesnt have to bring the walls out any further than you have them.

[@LulusWay64]

thanks Christina!! my friend Bob says "trust me", it won't take up much space and he knows his stuff. he is coming over today to discuss it and I'm hoping to get some of his wisdom/advice/knowledge on film to share!! Lulu

[@christinamacintyre]

@@LulusWay64 Bob is right - just finished, sound deadening, insulation, carpeting the walls - helps with insulation and sound and also gives a more comfort look. You wont regret it

[@bettysuelong8597]

I bought smoked paprika today for the first time. I’m gonna give it a try…

[@karinhart489]

It’s been added to my shopping list, too.

[@LulusWay64]

enjoy!! my favorite brand is Frontier. but try another brand if not available and judge for yourself!! Lulu