Projects while waiting for an Upgrade! Canadian Van Life

[@happycamper6214]

Wise beyond his years. He has figured out what happiness is. I can see huge change from his earlier videos working ten hours a day in a factory to this. He looks so much happier since not in that job. I am a female and wish I had the guts to car camp. I am inspired by these videos so I might car camp soon

[@Jessica-th6yx]

Even with his air fryer silenced, I still hear the ghost of the beep 😂 🌲 🌳

[@pauloh3591]

The beep ghost is haunting our devices. Lol!!

[@jmber27]

🤣

[@RaggyJha]

same here!!

[@sshza2143]

i was for keeping the beep😥ba beep✌😎

[@jagergerg9771]

Lmao

[@robertstanley3253]

You Sir impress the hell out of me

[@markknott9464]

I liked the new camera angle from the Ninja Foodie's perspective. It shows a different view of the van. You could call it the Foodie Cam!

[@jyarf]

Same, I feel like we haven't seen that angle before.

[@Beat98TJ]

I don’t know how aggressively you want to off-road your van, but you may want to consider a skid plate under the oil pan.

[@Ay-B]

Lol at the dog on the middle of the road!

[@FrankFrankly711]

VanLife is cool, but that guy next to you sure was pimpin' the CarLife

[@duckman6541]

what u mean who

[@pauloh3591]

Truly the sad reality and the tough times we live in. That person needs professional help.

[@pauloh3591]

@@duckman6541 9:14

[@1jackvalley580]

I was thinking the same thing about that little black car parked next to Foresty's van in the parking lot, I felt kinda 😞 sorry for his vehicle situation.

[@silverback7659]

@@pauloh3591 don't we all.

[@robwoods5537]

Hello everyone from goderich ontario Canada 🇨🇦

[@julesdiner8133]

Foresty Forest…best channel on KZbin! Can’t believe it doesn’t have more subscribers.

[@mr.duanesharpe]

All in due time. Rooting for him. So refreshing to have something enjoyable on YT.

[@paulbrunner1818]

For us original followers, we miss the epic riding trips he used to do. Now, it’s just van life….

[@fitter70]

I agree it pisses me off when a pretty girl has a million subscribers because she looks good. This man is the hardest working you tuber. Life is so unfair.

[@julesdiner8133]

@@paulbrunner1818 I like all the content, van life included.

[@eddiewalker7252]

....one episode away from a Foresty Kazinsky monotone-manifesto!

[@hannahloveanna3938]

Your doses of camp counseling help keep my doldrums away. Thanks, Simon.

[@ilovearizona]

My favorite parts of your videos are the cooking segments. I can't explain why I find it so intriguing to see what the next meal is going to be. Thank you for sharing!

[@BradleyTurmel]

A masterclass in simple effective angles!

[@airONAIR]

i get so excited when i see foresty forest uploaded

[@cindi7955]

Should be #1 Channel on You Tube. Content is fabulous. So darn talented but also very humble. Easy going and a great sense of humour. Should have millions of view even if just based on the excellent videography. All this and a chef, too. Addictive.

[@alanwrobleski]

Beats living in the same place year after year after year

[@jonathanjacques7250]

Your camera work is pretty amazing.

[@SolarSailor1967]

I'll always enjoy seeing FF doing vehicle repairs/mods in the middle of nature. It's humorous when you consider 99% of DIY people need a shop to work in.

[@johnwinnerdz1]

Forestry Forrest are local weather man. Reporting from the tops of the mountains, bc winter has arrived at the tops.

[@kevinetheridgemakes]

Dig that camera angle / placement at 1:00. Nice! Haven't seen that before and it's a nice view of you, the scenery and the van. Well done!

[@logoseven3365]

Worm cam Agree

[@beardandbrew403]

Camera angle at 4:16 got me. That was tense! My man Forest got skills.

[@vmitchinson]

I though the camera was going be NO more.

[@CatChase957]

@@beardandbrew403 I was tense the whole time that shot was playing. Dont know how he didn't hit the camera

[@bradmullaerialphotography]

Agreed a different view in the van

[@deanrussell2224]

Literally as I’m going to sleep in drops a new forestry forest vid - thank you and greetings from the UK

[@Crackzilla89]

That channel multiplied by 4 sounds like a crappy excuse for them not having radios on or not having them set right. Why would 4x4s only want to talk to eachother when a logging truck could be coming down the hill? Doesn't make sense to me.

[@sambgroovy123]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@lizapassemard520]

Agreed

[@stout_tossme7541]

I am not from California. I am from Utah and have never heard the multiply thing.

[@JimCTSCLO]

I am from California and that is total BS. Call them on it next time. Use the advertised channel.

[@suzannedubois2388]

I thought it was a Foresty joke

[@SWEETSIDER]

I’ve been a logger for 10 years. You are correct, use the posted channel or a logging truck will give you the choice of hitting the ditch or being ran over by them. And read the road rules so that you know if you have to clear down(loaded) traffic or when to call and not to call. It differs by road systems quite a bit. If nothing is posted than call up at the start of roads and every 5kms or so unless there is “must call” signs posted than call at them. Also call if you are changing to another road or channel change on a road. And unless otherwise posted traffic coming out(down) the road has right of way and you must clear them at a pullout

[@aboversite]

Yep, same in Alberta. Not as much up and down as in BC but one direction will be designated "loaded" and the other "empty". "Loaded pickup at 23" or "Empty B Train at 14". Keeps everyone safer.

[@machinesandthings7121]

My ARB air compressor is okay. If I were to do it over I would get a VIAIR constant duty kit. I have two 3.5 gal air tanks welded into the bumper, and that is definitely the way to go. You let the pump run while driving and fill the tanks. Makes the whole airing up process so fast.

[@OrionsKelt]

Came to the comment section to recommend the Viair constant duty as well.

[@steveswain4707]

Yup, I have viair 100% duty too. Brilliant piece of kit 👍👍

[@pauloh3591]

After doing the laundry he proceeds to lay down under the van. Nice going Foresty!

[@Jon-jk8vd]

Canoe laundry 🛶 vs laundromat 🤔

[@pauloh3591]

@@Jon-jk8vd Time to do some raft laundry. 😄

[@SweetiePieTweety]

Watching Amanda’s engine drop last night now this. I’m getting some tandem van maintenance ASMR vibes 👍👍. Spray paint and wrenches who knew 😃

[@MikeInMexico]

Loved the engine swap too!!!! Plus there’s Frank.

[@TonyMountjoy]

You need to write and sell a Foresty Forest bush trail guide book full of great pics and trail life advice.

[@mjking8704]

Or a kids book / illustrated book

[@andytaylor1588]

@@mjking8704 both.

[@mjking8704]

@@andytaylor1588 Hmm I wonder if he would be interested, I happen to work in the print industry.

[@MikeInMexico]

Long live Foresty Forest!!! Thanks for every upload. Always following along.

[@IAmMisterD]

Hey! Just wanted to remind you, your videos are awesome! When I see the spectacular drone shots of the mountains and area, I think they would fit perfectly if someone made a geographic documentary. So gorgeous. We are so lucky as Canadians to have all of this wonder in our backyards.

[@coleramus561]

Forest next time you do brake pads, try not completely removing the caliper. Remove the bottom caliper bolt but only loosen the top. Use the now-loose top caliper bolt as a pivot and rock the whole caliper up. Hold it in place with a bent wire clothes hanger or something and replace the pads. Still gotta use a clamp to push the caliper open but now you're not messing with a hanging caliper and it should save you some time.

[@51-FS]

But how wood he get the roator off ? And a screwdriver can be used to push the piston back

[@kabukidreamboy]

Never tried that myself, I always remove the caliper but I may give it a go next time!

[@r.h.0101]

Those tires look good! Nice touch painting the front grill.

[@EVHStrat]

I love the black color on the grill! (A golden Chevy Logo would have been a cool contrast though^^) Also, super glad you got yourself some nice tires. I hope they last you a good while for many trips yet to come! :)

[@pauloh3591]

I think it looks better too. Now he's gonna have to update all of his merchandise.

[@vmitchinson]

🙂🙂

[@BC250]

Now his grill matches the interior of his Van 🥴

[@9centschange]

I’m digging the new camera angles! The new inside angle shows off the cutting board and your view from the other side of the van nicely. That underneath shot was scary thinking of running over the go pro! 😳

[@sshza2143]

very tricky but champ got the cool shot.📹🚐🍻😁🕺✌😎

[@loqu]

I’ve watched this channel for a long time and today, for some reason, I started wondering “how does he know all this stuff?” You continue to impress me how much you know while at the same time making me regret not paying attention when my grandparents were trying to teach me things.

[@junebixby7041]

I've thought..."how does he knows all this stuff?" since video one!!!

[@mediatotetim]

My stomach pert near jumped clean out of my mouth when your camera shifted on your dash ...thought she was going over

[@Davydude7]

Nice tires. Great mountain views. Please wear eye protection when using angle grinder. That is all.

[@dougjohnson4266]

We in the USA should use the channel marked on the trail entrance. (Jackasses from California). Air down tools use whatever, air up tools you want the best continuous pump you can buy. The bigger the tires the better the pump.

[@ZiZol305]

You are a strong man to hike up a mountain with snow and wind….meantime I am sitting in my couch eating popcorn and drinking a soda saying to myself “I could do that!” …. And then my brain said…don’t make my laugh you fool. Lol. Thank you for making such amazing videos that lazy people like me can feel like we are there with you.

[@pamelaraney4654]

😊👍🏻

[@grahammonk8013]

Some years ago, went up with a group, and we got caught briefly as a mini blizzard swept in as we crossed a saddle in the mountains. Even then, with people who knew where we were, for the minute or so until we got some shelter and started down the protected shoulder of the mountain, I was definitely getting slightly anxious. Some of the stuff I've seen Forresty do, I would be really puckering!

[@hilikus131]

😳 When your camera fell over on the dash I thought the van rolled off a switchback!

[@KyrosX27]

glad I wasn't the only one freaked out by that!

[@audgester]

lol, I gasped😄

[@karenshiels6566]

Scared the crap out of me. !!!

[@MrCislam]

Yes!

[@jeremiah1528]

Me too lol 😆...❤

[@TheKBlunt]

Way better off to use the RR channels, all heavy traffic uses those channels. Never heard of multiplying by 4, good way to get killed I guess.

[@rythemzlatin]

Ditto. Never heard of that nonsense. AND there's no "LEGAL" CB or FRS or GMRS or MURS ch88 down here either. ( hmm. i wonder if the Cali 4x4'ers are pirating on the Marine band as some truckers have done ? NOT SMART if the Logging Trucks can't here you ! )

[@scottlaroche2006]

I continue to be impressed by your Chevy van.

[@fly-high-me]

Forest yours video exactly what i need now, thank you)

[@stephano6793]

Yup, rock core samples. Ice too.

[@ALTDOK667]

5:28 When the camera fell over, I almost had a heart attack! lol

[@grahammonk8013]

Yeah, in my head I knew it couldn't be as bad as it looked, but I had an instant cold sweat.

[@jcampbell100]

I like how you keep your van so clean and tidy inside. Thanks for the video.

[@TheMadSqu]

Your camera work is absolutely amazing. Your content is really good in it´s own right. But I really have to say that imho you are among the best of the adventure/traveling channels. Considered you are doing all of this alone it´s a remarkable accomplishment. Cheers to you!

[@danjamil167]

U know how to do everything!!!

[@danniedamour4397]

Your editing is always on the ball

[@Rob-vn3sp]

Great video. Really enjoy the "build" videos.

[@donniev8181]

Hey Forest, if you jack your tire off the ground when putting air back in, it will literally take a quarter of the time. Just sayin'. Gotta love that quietness that comes with a good snow.

[@zachary8872]

Jack your tire off? Seems kinda gay to me

[@watermainz]

I've jacked a tire off a few times. I thought it was normal. Sometimes tires are hard to get off.

[@bbtank3000]

@@watermainz It's not as pleasing when rubber is involved.

[@iRaps1]

@@zachary8872 is that an issue for u

[@SueBobChicVid]

Is this true? I'm not disputing it, yet. But something about that idea hurts my brain.

[@davidpeckham2405]

Good camera angle to start. Love you doing laundry and shower and chicken noodle soup. Just like a normal fella....living in a van LOL

[@changingground]

I’ve been running KO2s on my Land Cruiser for the past 2 years. Very happy with the performance. Tough tough tires. Took bad you aren’t closer to Colorado, I’d offer my tools and home workshop. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us all to keep at the dream.

[@dadadit]

Thoroughly enjoy your channel, Dude.

[@RamenNoodle1985]

Loving the drone footage of the van drives!

[@stevehouston5650]

That always amazes me. It looks like a whole camera crew production is working but no it's just FF.

[@allisonbatton3331]

Ooo projects! *clicks instantly*

[@1st1anarkissed]

Remember kids, after you lose an eye is a dumb time to wait to start wearing safety glasses 👓 I realized it recently when drilling a small hole in some metal and hot slag hit me just south of my eyeball. Never take luck for granted.

[@forestyforest]

Yes they are important. As well as hearing protection. If you look close at the grinding footage, I have both. 🤓

[@oshiba8860]

Foresty has sleak glasses on

[@CatChase957]

Slag hit right between my eyes a couple months ago & got embedded in my forehead skin. I was chopping wood and my axe decided to give out on the hammer side. Who ever is reading this, never underestimate the need to wear saftly glasses, even during activities you don't even need them for.

[@1st1anarkissed]

@@forestyforest I couldn't quite tell so phrased myself carefully. Good to know you will not be taken out of climbing by that hazard.

[@1st1anarkissed]

@@CatChase957 yowch! I drove my axe into my shoe a year ago, but I was wearing dutch klompen so just scarred the top of the wooden shoe. Tough enough for a cow to stomp on!

[@Adam2050]

hahah that shot of the horses immediately followed by you showing a shot of you going over a large bump :D :D Had to rewatch it.

[@cheggers80]

Same 😄😄

[@04dram04]

The van looks so cosy with all the windows. Such a great view

[@tommy.32221]

Love that lookout. I think I’d have to plan a trip back when no one else is there. As soon as you said they were from California that explained why they did the radio thing bass ackwards.

[@alexmorgan3435]

When you filmed driving over the camera going over the rocks showing the underside of the van, it looked like there was a bit of an oil leak coming from the front diff. Maybe your van could do with a couple of skid plates although this might reduce ground clearance slightly unless you can get higher ground clearance modifying the suspension. Just a thought. The black grill band is a classy touch. New tires new adventures. Happy days.

[@teaguehall17]

Love the new "couch angle" cam!

[@bendixon2898]

Hey, after traveling around Australia, the best gear was an Indeflate system and a double pumper compressor super fast as you inflate or deflate 2 tyers at a time. The ARB compressor is great, but I went with a cheapie, and still going strong.

[@amirlecter8318]

The shots and music from 4:17 onwards were just perfect.

[@outlaw7x77]

4 x 4ing is a learning process...you'll get it...those new 265 tires should help out a lot. Pretty cool you making the summit of that lookout.

[@milemarker_oscar_mike]

Can't get over how much better the van looks minus the R boards. What an improvement !

[@hikecampdrinkrepeat2162]

I've been using those BFG tires for years on the same type of roads. You won't regret the purchase

[@Peter_Parker69]

Can't get enough of your van-dwelling / van-upgrade videos. It looks so bad ass now. Can't wait for your vinter videos.

[@leonardnose5695]

I envy you guy’s who can do this van life. It takes alot more than what we the viewers see to this. I always wondered though what are your plans for the future? I mean do you see yourself doing this forever or do you wanna eventually settle down and buy a house? I hope these questions aren’t too personal, im just curious. 🤙🏼

[@HeadPack]

Judging by his performance on YT and Patreon, Simon has options now. He seems quite creative, so we will see what he decides to do. However, with that van he can still go many places, e.g. down south to the US, or even way down south into Latin America.

[@ozsnowbum]

No reason why he can't own a house and a van

[@forestyforest]

I like being on the move all the time. I have been considering some different van build options. Would be so awesome to set up a Subaru Sambar or Suzuki Carry. Drive it to the Arctic. Also would love to do some international travel. But things are too crazy right now.

[@leonardnose5695]

@@forestyforest thanks for the reply.

[@grahammonk8013]

@@forestyforest I do like the idea of a micro van, but the top speed would put me off longer trips, and I'm a lot taller than you, so even a minivan like your previous vehicle would be tight!

[@homedad3324]

I put KO2 on all my trucks. Thick sidewall can handle a lot of bashing. Best tire I have ever owned. Not the best in fresh rain on pavement but absolutely shreds snow, mud and rocks!

[@TheEthanification]

Am I the only one who misses the beeps of the air fryer? lol

[@linebrunelle1004]

I appreciate the to and fro to get the best shots. thank you is not enough. be safe

[@pnowikow]

The van is coming along nice. I agree painting that grill black was a nice touch. Fits in better with the whole look of the black and white

[@sigmaglock7712]

Another great video your camera work is awesome👍

[@bctrails7206]

With weight a skinny tire or tall narrow tire will perform better offroad in,ruts, on bush trails and through mud and snow to a certain depth. Is easier on steering components and generally chains are cheaper. 235,245,255/85/r16. those 265/75/16 size tires are probly as wide as i would go for winter backroad driving unless of course you are wanting to float on 7 foot deep powder then go with the widest ballon tires you can find! lol.

[@DaciaProject]

Yes, the 255/85 R16 is a 33 and would be perfect for the van. Not available though as a K02. . .

[@bctrails7206]

@@DaciaProject Unfortunate KO2's are not available in that size like the original BFG all Terrains, they are a decent winter and all season/condition tire.Used the Toyo all weather severe service 255/85r16 tire (studded) and they were alright.Know that size is carried in a couple other big brand name light truck tire manufacturers as well.

[@bryanslife7229]

You have the best life

[@dansklrvids7303]

Another enjoyable video! And sweet new tires too. It’s only because I love you and your channel that I will echo what others have said: wear safety glasses when grinding for god sakes. :)

[@aidiaa]

1:49 what a beautiful shot. Absolutely stunning

[@cris1735]

8:41 The editing made it seem as if you ran over the horseback guys.

[@olgaordina]

😂

[@Kaze919]

Haha, I read your comment before I got there. It absolutely did. Cracked up

[@cheggers80]

I was looking for this comment 😄😄👌😉

[@bypinkerton892]

It was nice seeing you from a new angle.... 1st time I saw all those windows.... You've got a nice home.... The tires look great too.... Thanks for another nice video...

[@bearlycamping]

Hey Foresty, I saw your van at the Wells Gray info centre. I bought some firewood there but didn't want to bother ya in case you were editing/filming. Awesome area👍

[@Cyndy101]

Ohhhh heck no! I would've been banging on the door! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 👮🏼‍♀️🚨"Police open up Sir! We're here about the improper use of a Ninja! 🥷🏻 We understand you removed the official government labels and disabled the alarm!??? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@karenshiels6566]

I'm with Cyndy on this one. Only with me, he would have thought I was some old crazy lady.

[@ExplorerOffgrid]

@@Cyndy101 Who heard Chrome's voice saying the first part

[@Cyndy101]

@@karenshiels6566 LOL

[@Cyndy101]

@@ExplorerOffgrid LOL

[@michellariviere4911]

265's K02 will do the job!

[@alanwrobleski]

I have only positive things to say about KO2's. Never once lost traction on ice and snow, and i got 55,000 miles out of my last set. And that was with some heavy off roading on sharp arizona granite. Don't listen to the naysayers.

[@mcats8]

I agree. Been running BFG A/T KO2 for years on my Duramax. Never once left me stranded with a punctured sidewall. Get 55-60k per set

[@bradmullaerialphotography]

Good job on painting that chrome bar, stand out on a white van looks good now. And with everywhere you’ve been already I wouldn’t worry about diff locks. You have the winch just use that if you get stuck.

[@bradmetcalf5333]

Let’s all have a drink for the GoPro that damn near got eaten by a rear differential lol

[@bonniepwtf]

🍻

[@davernon]

I ducked

[@bonniepwtf]

@@davernon I just tensed up bigtime.😃

[@craigw.scribner6490]

Was it the GoPro? Or the Sony RX100VII? Yikes!

[@insanity6829]

ya gotta love a guy with a vase and a plant in his van !!

[@nikip9161]

There's something of that wonderful feeling when you've got: new tires, fresh oil, and a full tank of gas.. It's a great feeling in my estimation. 😊🌻

[@vmitchinson]

Talking about gasoline. Was selling for 1.419 per litre today. Yesterday was 1.179 per litre in Edmonton. We have a refinery on the east side of the city. News said Calgary was 1.449 today 2021.10.06

[@peacefulwife5199]

@@vmitchinson Yesterday I filled up at a Walmart in Missouri, $2.73 a gallon.😁 3.785 litre to a gallon. Wow our gasoline is cheap.

[@nikip9161]

@@vmitchinson In California the gas is now $4.5/G and above, depending on where you shop. Over a dollar+ more than last year. We've been through this unfortunate trend before, and well, here we go again. C'est la vie, comme ça. 🙄🌻

[@nikip9161]

@@peacefulwife5199 what a dream, below $3... truly so. 🌻

[@kathyclarke8304]

Love the floral arrangement there. Nice touch.👍👍

[@CGR-fh9xf]

Dude! Great video footage. Your KZbin channel is awesome and so are you, man! How in the world do you know how to do all of the mechanics on your truck? And he's a chef too!

[@cindythecatwoman1601]

I like how you use the cutting board as a dish. It makes less clean up. You should give a close up of the food before you eat it. Thanks for another wonderful video 📹.

[@noneselected1889]

In the US the popular radio for Off Road use is GMRS, which is UHF that requires a license to use (anyone can buy the radio). They could of been licensed HAM radio operators who can use UHF/VHF and a few other bands with frequencies that wouldn't be in a standard VHF with channels. Or they could also order radios off amazon/rugged radios and using them unlicensed on whatever they were programmed with from china.

[@billreid2066]

In Canada a ham cannot communicate with a commercial radio. There is no "official" ham frequency used for offloading in BC but there are a couple of common ones used. It is a simple annual fee to get your land mobile license so that you can use the RR channels. I have my ham and LMR so I am good either way. In Canada you dont need a licence for gmrs (we have 2 watt limit and no repeaters) we also dont have murs, so it is a little different for us

[@stevenpdick]

Sweet 4 wheeling under carriage shots around 4:20. Lots O Work! Great job FF!

[@stevenpdick]

@@Capecodham It's ok, can tell you're new here. That's what he goes by.

[@stevenpdick]

@@Capecodham Apparently you are unaware that FF and I have a relationship, we communicate outside of KZbin, he goes by FF, exactly as I've told you. Hey, I've got a great idea ... WHY DON"T YOU MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS ... RATHER THAN CONSTANTLY BEING THE POMPOUS AZZ THAT YOU SO SERIOUSLY DEMAND TO BE. Next time, I'm not going to be so nice. Easy to tell you don't have many relationships, you're too busy ticking off everybody.

[@Sillyzombie666]

when ever you get tiers you should also get it aligned

[@peacefulwife5199]

He mentioned an alignment. 🤔

[@Sillyzombie666]

@@peacefulwife5199 I know that's why I mentioned the alignment. He said he wasn't thinking about doing it and I said he should do it because it's a good idea

[@ljmitchell1394]

Thankyou For hard work doing these video's!Im 48 and your a Inspiration!Love the Fat bike in the other video's. THX again. 😊✌

[@ManCaveMinistries007]

The Snow is scared of Foresty Alpha Male. Love the vids! Thanks

[@AdventuresRUs]

Your van is looking great! Pretty sure you would make some Jeep’s jealous where your van has gone.

[@thisiscookingwithmafia6730]

Frosty Forest keeping it real you sir are truly a jack of all trades keep doing your thing but one thing please don't abuse the frosty mobile so much 🚐🏔️🔧🔨

[@raveninavaniam9438]

.... Foresty Forest.... Thee Unstoppable Phenomenon ! 👍💯

[@matthewwindisch9449]

Replace your headlights with LED’s! You won’t regret it, huge improvement guaranteed!

[@jeffkassian9620]

Thanks for sharing

[@PhamVans]

Those roads man, ain't no regular van gettin up that. And who does mechanic work while out in the bush? Foresty does 🤨

[@kimberlystone3987]

Yay, Forest …..