Solo Female Van Life | BEST BUDGET DIY Ford Transit Connect Van Conversion!

[@OkieJammer2736]

Dang, kid. You're a natural Mechanical Engineer! Love this simplicity and ingenuity. Brilliant. Thank you!

[@LadyBugout]

Lol I try!!!!

[@Chefsantatravels]

I had decided that when I build my van or my short bus I'm going to have a plaque and wherever I got my ideas from I'm gonna have their names and I think your name is gonna be on the top because I got a lot of ideas from this video. Stay safe stay strong stay healthy God bless and enjoy life 🌻✌💖💪👨‍🍳🎅🚌👍

[@LadyBugout]

That is so sweet. You’re the best♥️♥️♥️

[@curtisdettra5194]

Hello Lady Bugout. I just subscribed to your channel after watching the video of Bob and you and your build. I have to say, WOW! You are awesome. I hope you don't mind, but I have to steal some ideas. For someone who says they don't have carpentry skills, your wrong. You did one heluva job. I'm bedded down for the night, and I watching all your videos. Thank you for the videos. Safe travels to you. 👋

[@lyndabell1966]

Oh wow!! What a great idea!!

[@LadyBugout]

@@curtisdettra5194 Thank you Curtis. That is very encouraging to me. ♥️🐞♥️

[@countrybarnert8846]

Great idea! She's worked really hard and is generous enough to share. I've gotten a Lot of ideas from her too!!

[@mjones9639]

On the one hand you make the build look so simple. On the other hand everything you put in your build is a reflection of your ingenuity. Impressive and an inspiration to anyone who thinks "I can't do this". Thank you for sharing.

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome! ☺️

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Love love love!!!!! Conversion doesn’t have to be difficult!!!!

[@LadyBugout]

You got that right!🥰

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

I’m sitting here shaking my head as I watch this, because I can’t believe how awesome it all is! You’ve put so much thought and ingenuity into it. I can’t get over how much I love your van. 🥰🐞

[@LadyBugout]

You are the sweetest Coralie! I’m glad you like it-makes me happy to hear!!!♥️🐞♥️

[@MoBangFoYoBucks]

I love the simplicity and easy to do design yet with elegance. You did a great job Dee of deconstruct and "show and tell". Much appreciated your effort to share your ideas and build for everyone to learn and start their own.😎👍 I do know the amount of works it took to make this video!😉

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Tim! Love your new profile pic🤗

[@MoBangFoYoBucks]

@@LadyBugout Thank you Dee! My YT fan drew it and gave it to me.😁

[@dheard1014]

I am enamored with your van! The color scheme exudes peacefulness! Thanks for the informative video! 🐞🐞🐞

[@LadyBugout]

Aww thank you. That is how I feel in it! 🥰

[@debbiehawk-payne8507]

👋👩🐞 Good Job !👍I enjoyed the process of what you've done! Thank you for sharing & all your helpful ! Tips ! /Be safe/ Be Happy & I'll see you on your next video😉!

[@LadyBugout]

💃🏻🐞💪🏼🙌🏼

[@TheLatonya37]

forgot to mention I Love the Bed as well. I have a Ford transit t250 high roof and I will be doing a no-build on it starting next week. Your ideas are awesome!!! I feel like I can do this by myself. I can imagine little challenges, but I can do it. I really do love the water system!!! its perfect for a beginner like myself and the bed I know I can build it. Thanks so much for sharing with us.

[@LadyBugout]

You can totally do this!!!💪🏼

[@Kismet-cx7fe]

Awesome & congratulations!

[@jackvoss5841]

As a safeguard, have you considered setting your shower pump inside a plastic box within your cabinet? Tanks and hose connections eventually find ways to seep, then leak. Water will rot your wood, and rust your van. Just a suggestion. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks for a great suggestion!🐞🎄🐞

[@tanyajohnston8262]

Hello again, I am starting out by car camping since I want to make sure I want to do this before I invest in a van but when I see yours, I want to go out and get one now :) It is lovely. I have a Hyundia Tuscan and it is mostly new so will have to make do for awhile. I hope to build the bed by next weekend and then go for somekind of car travel. My biggest worry is knowing where I can park overnight. I'm in Ontario and I'm not sure there are many places. However, there is lots to explore. Thanks for sharing

[@LadyBugout]

That’s awesome Tanya! I’m wondering if the apps like ioverlander and freeroam and campendium work for Canada?!? That’s what I use to find spots. Trucking apps also have lists of places you can stay for an overnight while on the road.

[@tanyajohnston8262]

@@LadyBugout I will look into these, Thanks

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

TANYA: >> Check out the following, he is a Canadian & also has a YT channel www.loveyourrv.com

[@LadyBugout]

@@REVNUMANEWBERN I’ll check it out☺️

[@abbeyjane1306]

Pure genius. Your phone will be ringing off the hook... The water system is terrific.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much for the encouragement Abbey!☺️

[@ceciliabryane5894]

With all your research, the design was a great decision. It's similar to the VW Westfalia design. It gives you the most use of the space. I like it. If I was to create a design I would do the same. You kept it simple which makes life easier. Great Job!🙂

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks! Yes, I have been happy with my decisions. 😎

[@daynadiggle8169]

Yes , yes , I kid around a lot but your videos are like a breath of fresh air and always put me in a better mood . Thank you .

[@LadyBugout]

I’m happy to hear that!☺️

[@lvs724]

Yet another great video! Thank you for a very generous amount of info!!! I’m beginning to believe I can do this!!!

[@LadyBugout]

Yes!!!! You can do this🤗🤗🤗

[@candacelemming858]

Simplicity at its classiest. ♥️

[@LadyBugout]

I enjoyed creating a space to call home!!!

[@niebieskiptak4523]

Fantastic presentation and you've done a great work by building this by yourself!!!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Glad it was helpful☺️

[@TheLatonya37]

absolutely love your water system...gonna use it. It looks simple and effective.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes! Glad it was helpful info☺️

[@dennisverville1108]

Great job young lady, enjoyed your demonstration, I'm sure you've help the beginners with your demonstration of your van build, your a renaissance lady, multi talented, keep smiling 😊✌

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Dennis!🤗🤗🤗

[@hmfem3656]

What a Great job. Love everything you have done. You have transformed your van to a wonderful little home.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much for watching and such encouraging words☺️🐞☺️

[@Knitnana]

Dee that was really helpful! Thank you so much for making this video. As you know, I hope to mimic yours when I do mine!

[@LadyBugout]

So glad it was useful Sallee ☺️♥️☺️

[@laineydavis2497]

Sallee, I purchased one this past week. As soon as I got home, I went to Dee’s videos and started ordering!! LoL (Dee, if we ever meet up along the road, I hope you will not be creeped out by how much mine looks yours!!) I’ve watched SO many videos and found Dee’s to be my favorite!! Impersonation is the highest form of flattery, right?? LoL

[@LadyBugout]

@@laineydavis2497 😂 I do know what they say about imitation being the highest compliment…so I’m honored☺️

[@laineydavis2497]

@@LadyBugout D’oh!! “Imitation” and “compliment”!!! I’m so embarrassed! 😊

[@Knitnana]

@@laineydavis2497 I've got a smaller version of her couch/bed in my cart!

[@MOTrav]

You’re a handywoman! You not only think thru the details, you jump in and tackle the work. Congrats!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you💪🏼💃🏻🐞

[@patriciazn8471]

Thank you so much for this full explanation step by step with all details. Everything is well thought. Keep on enjoying it! 😍

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Patricia!

[@darcyks]

It was helpful to see more details of how things are set up & connected with many of your items out of the van. Thank you for showing us - I love your van❣️ #goals ☺️🐞

[@LadyBugout]

I’m glad it was helpful Darcy! 💃🏻🐞🚗❤️

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Great build tutorial with easy to understand explanations. This will certainly be a big help to loads of people planning a build or even wanting to improve their current build. 👍 What a great and simple idea with the spray paint!!

[@LadyBugout]

You are the best😘😘😘

[@jeffhayden2737]

Great job on build ,very well thought out. Those earlier Ford Connects have high incidents of transmission failure, Good Sam has breakdown insurance for vehicles under 100k miles. They are trustworthy and the insurance is reasonable. Have fun!

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks for the tip Jeff🤗

[@Squarekn0t]

During the start of the pandemic, my daughter gave up her $1,600 a month apartment and moved in with us at our beach hose. She found a used 2018 Pro Master City and we commenced doing a build out. I am a retired HVAC mechanic and a life long boat builder. She was happy to travel in that for a year and work out of it. Then she added a 2014 Trillium 4500 Outback. I took her over to the state park beach lot (winter) and put some cones out for her to practice. We then went over to the empty state park campground and I walked away while she backed in and out of camp spots. She used that for 9 months and traded those two for a 2022 Thor Tallero 20J. And I have not seen her since! She did not like towing and finding spaces. Her class B she can put just about anywhere, and she travels by Harvest Host and Cracker Barrels. Love your tip's.

[@LadyBugout]

Wow! Yes, I can’t imagine towing or having anything real big. Glad she found her perfect fit!!!💃🏻💪🏼🙌🏼

[@bikerider76058]

A hot water heater blanket might fit your wheel wells for insulation. It might be big enough for both wheel wells. I love your van.

[@LadyBugout]

Interesting idea!

[@gina50gina]

You made it work, and this helps so many people! Great job. :D

[@LadyBugout]

So glad it is helpful☺️

[@Macdelaven]

Thank you for the tips for the overhead shelf build out. I like all the head space now, especially for long drives so I will probably lift my shelf a little bit.

[@LadyBugout]

Glad it was useful! Yes, need the head space for long drives☺️

[@cynthiahowell4172]

Thank you for going over it all once again. I appreciate how nicely everything is kept clean and neat. You are without a doubt my favorite build however I do enjoy my tiny Fiat. Simplicity Rules.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much Cynthia. I appreciate that encouragement!☺️

[@tegmapat11]

How kind & thoughtful of you to take apart your van just to show people how they could build their van, if they want! I might have missed it in a previous video, but I hadn't realized that you used a floor seat for your mattress, so I learned something new right at the very end. As always you are so pleasant to watch and listen to.... and you have great ideas to offer! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@LadyBugout]

I’m so glad you watched it then, Patty! Thank you so much for being so encouraging!🥰

[@seraphicdawn3217]

I was kinda intimidated, but with how you described everything it sounds doable. Thank you for empowering us to DIY on a budget, great job! 🙏😊

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome! Thanks for the encouraging words☺️

[@MySonsMother]

This video will likely help so many people. Thanks for sharing. I will share in my groups.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much for that encouragement and sharing it☺️☺️☺️

[@jackvoss5841]

You will continue to remodel, update, and improve your buggy. It’s a process - a series of projects. Nice. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@maitildamcintyre9344]

Such ingenuity, and creativity. Just love your van. I want to try and do a no build, build on my RAV 4. I’m commuting back and forth between the CA and TN for a while every other month. These trips are not sightseeing trips, just need to get back and forth. My big van isn’t really necessary for these trips, although I do have all the creature comforts in the van, I want to be more nimble and travel quickly without the considerations of parking that my van 🚐 has. I’m going to do my best to us your ideas and modify. Thanks for sharing all your great ideas.

[@LadyBugout]

That’s great Maitilda! Can’t wait to hear/see more!!!

[@heatherangellight8558]

Wow this was great to see all the little tricks you did! Thanks so much! We loved the water system trick for both a shower and sink water. Your bed has always been cool each time you show it as well. It’s fun to watch you!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Heather!!!!🥰

[@jimwrathall5323]

Dearest Ms Bugout, I have watched many of your videos (some of them several times over), and I am fascinated. I have marveled at the economy of your van, and the lightness and simplicity of your van life. But, I have finally come to recognize one thing that you have not addressed directly, that one thing is what makes your small van not only possible, but also quite comfortable. Because of this one thing, you have also achieved an incredibly small technology footprint: no huge expensive 'house battery' no huge solar panel, etc. This one thing also makes it possible to live, and live well with NO refrigerator!! That one thing which you have quietly displayed several times, and only briefly, with no elaboration, IS YOUR DIET. You eat very lightly of what nature has to offer, and, from all appearances, your cooking is purposely at the very minimum, if at all. Ms BugOut, you would do the Van World (and maybe worlds beyond) a huge favor if you elaborated upon the details of your diet: what, and how, and why you eat as you do. I'm still fascinated....

[@LadyBugout]

Jim, you always have the most thoughtful comments and questions. I do eat simply, and nutritiously. I have chosen to for health and simplicity. I just feel better when I eat whole foods. I also have some food allergies that keep me from eating certain foods. I do think I’ll try to show more in the future, what I typically eat and what has lead me to eating the way I do. In the meantime, I hope this answers some of your questions about it.☺️

[@CaliforniaTravelVideos]

Excellent presentation - very useful and this video certainly has an abundance of valuable tips ~ Michael and Grace

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you, Michael and Grace!!! Glad you found it helpful🤗♥️🤗

[@JonniesJourney]

awesome tour of how you made phenomenal use of you beautiful home on wheels.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Jonnie! That means a lot coming from you…master build person🤗🥰🤗

[@SweetiePieTweety]

That was simpler than I would have imagined. Brilliant. Thank you❤️🖤❤️

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome Karen!♥️🐞♥️

[@bryanstrasburg5931]

Hello Dee, awesome job on the build. Enjoy your enthusiasm love your spirit! I have a small farm in Missouri and if you're ever traveling through Missouri and need a place to park, you would be welcome here. One of my favorite quotes in life is, give what you want in life! Keep inspiring!!! Bryan

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Bryan. Love the quote ♥️🐞♥️

[@janetfolkerts5827]

I've watched your videos in reverse, this one answer several questions I had from watching your later videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@LadyBugout]

Oh my…well, I’m glad you have your questions answered. Let me know if you have any more😊

[@alexanderweaver7066]

Well done, Dee! Your diligence and ingenuity show in the final look of your home on wheels. The final touches really add femininity and elegance.

[@LadyBugout]

It’s been fun to create!!!

[@MellowNomadicAdventures]

Great information here Dee! Love what you’ve done with the place! 🤗💕✌️

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Marshall!🐞🐞🐞

[@TeeAnn]

Nice video. Thanks for all of the effort you put into this!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Terry! I appreciate that encouragement 🐞🚗💃🏻

[@MSD.4543]

Very simple love it thank you stay safe bless and HEALTHY

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much Mary!☺️

[@frankg8178]

Very cool indeed. Water is system is masterful. Soft is good great ideas As always with peace

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Frank😊

[@campingqueen9051]

Glad to see you and Bunny were traveling together. Hope you both had a great time.

[@LadyBugout]

We did have a great time!☺️

[@Ronjawachtauf]

Genius! A well organized and concret thinking and creating one, doing it the simple but beauty and well working way 🎉. So nice to follow how you did it! Thank you a lot, for showing this ❤🙏❤

[@LadyBugout]

Glad you liked it!☺️

[@rattleshakti]

Wow! Clever stuff! Beauty and Brains, my favourite combination. Greeting from the UK.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Paul from the UK 👋👋👋

[@realestateinfonet9041]

Very nice work! Outstanding results! Congratulations!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you!☺️

[@oldcarjunky]

Good video. Van looks and functions well. Very good

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you ☺️

[@jeanstrait2904]

Cleaver lady, very well thought out, and very immaculate rig. Blessing , be safe and enjoy every moment.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Jean!☺️

[@yablakakaramel2879]

It seems so easy to do... 🌴🏖️☀️

[@LadyBugout]

It can be as easy as you want it to be☺️

[@beckyallen3195]

Thank you for the tour.

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome! ☺️

[@leonie2316]

Thank you, Dee..You are so fast at responding…bless you, girl!!! You have done some great things and i love your build…

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Glad to help😊

[@TXGranny2]

I love the tank you use for your shower and sink pump, genius!!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Barb ☺️

[@SheDevilAdventures]

You have a very nice and well-thought-out build.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you for those encouraging words☺️

[@SuperBrilliantbrunet]

Your work"man"ship is sooo incredibly intuitively talented!! Nice work!! 🌹

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. It’s basic, but it works☺️

[@peterpowell6168]

Happy trails to you!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Peter!

[@jomcd2073]

It may be a small space, but, your design is so good and it really looks like a cosy home on wheels:)

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you♥️🐞♥️

[@melodyforbes5361]

Thankyou for a another wonderful video 👍

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome Melody😊

[@carmendarlinseattle]

Digging the overalls! I love your van sooo much! 👖🛠

[@LadyBugout]

Hahahah. Every woman needs at least one 😝♥️♥️

[@ohduana6746]

I've decided I'm going to go ahead and just get a full transit connect with the same mattress that you have it works so great in that space thank you for that idea.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!!! Hope to see it one day☺️

[@Wonderling14]

Great job!

[@helenknefley8148]

You have so many cool ideas, love it❤️

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Helen!😊

[@shellyjay8954]

Great build. Allows extra seating and a lot of floor space.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you, Shelly!

[@trulyblessed.]

I love your ingenuity!! Very cleverly done.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you!

[@lifeofdavid516]

You are so smart, I love your little build out because it is exactly perfect!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you ☺️

[@thelawman]

Just the business. Lots of nice we bits and pieces for folks gto use in there own build. Your water system is ace. Happy travels. Cheers

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you😊

[@bambihargrove6499]

Beautiful 😍 sooo smart love it all 👍👍👍

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Bambi♥️

[@deadpoet50]

Thank you for the ideas and for showing the process. Makes things a lot easier 👍🏼👏🏼

[@LadyBugout]

I’m glad it was helpful ☺️

[@starrmcnally3032]

SUPER JOB! 👍👍

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you

[@bonniebhawkinscreativetv3965]

thumbs up the Video👍🏻, Enjoyed Seeing the afterward build on Your “Over-the-Cab- Shelve” and the Bed 🛌 setup♥️

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Glad you liked it☺️

[@earthbirder9469]

Thank you so much for listing all your treasures !! Very helpful :) Love your van build !

[@LadyBugout]

Glad you like them!😊

[@stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314]

Your build is unique and practical.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Stephanie! I’m glad you like it☺️

[@onevoice1759]

All good. You did a nice job !

[@ManWander]

nicely done!!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you ☺️

[@tanyajohnston8262]

Hello again, I just watched you on Cheap RV Living with Bob. I knew it was coming because you had mentioned it sometime ago. Loved see you again :) Great video.

[@LadyBugout]

Hey Tanya! Thank you so much for tuning in. I didn’t know it was airing today until several people mentioned it. What a nice surprise🥰

[@raqueldebart5710]

Maravillosa, as always!! With super clever ideas!! Thank you very much for sharing all your experience!! Saludos desde Costa Rica!!!

[@LadyBugout]

Gracias Raquel! ☺️

[@sherylmarshall2602]

Love the way you think, my friend.

[@LadyBugout]

Hey my dear! Glad you like how I think🥰🥰🥰

[@MyFriendlyPup]

Swivel seat on passenger would be game changer

[@LadyBugout]

Indeed. It would be nice!☺️

[@HOPEbus]

U did such an amazing job on ur home on wheals 💗 🚘 U should feel so proud … so much self love 💫❤️👏🏽🙏🏼 Cheers to u my friend 🥂 ~Vicky & Terry 💫

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Vicky and Terry! ♥️🐞♥️

[@lifetimevents3726]

I love your story about your.Late Mother living lady bug my late Mother loved them 💖 as well my parents had wooden lady bugs on our family home 🏡 In.NW Kane county . You did an amazing awesome job great work 👍 with detailing your transit lady bug

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Mark. 😌

[@MrJaspermyboy]

I just discovered your channel. I enjoyed your insights and creativity.

[@LadyBugout]

I’m glad you enjoy it. Welcome🐞🚗☺️

[@marthaa851]

You find the coolest gadgets.

[@LadyBugout]

I love them too 🤗

[@emilinasosa9815]

Very valuable ideas!!!!

[@ramontoro]

Good job in your van , thanks for the new ideas in the video

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome! ♥️🐞♥️

[@jamesterrill1938]

I think you are very talented and have done an excellent job and are beautiful.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you for your kind comments!🐞🐞🐞

[@BonnieJStinson_tellingstories]

This was so helpful to see! Thank for making this video

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome!🐞

[@jblack1773]

Beautiful job keep up the good work and stay safe

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! ♥️

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

Thanks very informative 👍

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you☺️

[@carolineannie7223]

love this, thank you for being so detail with the links. i just ordered the magnets for the faucet

[@LadyBugout]

Glad it was helpful!☺️

[@Ask-a-Rocket-Scientist]

Just saw your Bob’s video. You seemed really cool. I’m putting this here as a bookmark so if I hit the road I’ll hopefully cross paths.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. See you on the road🤗

[@blang8127]

Very good video! Happy Camping 😎

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you!🚗🐞🚗

[@debb9008]

that little lady bug and yourself as well are amazing... where did you get the mattress that locks up... your van is awesome.... thanks for the walk thru!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Deb! Here is the link to the mattress: https:/amzn.to/2RwqlL4

[@joseestpierre]

Oh great! This one especially gives me good idea! Thank you! :D

[@LadyBugout]

Yay! I’m so glad it got your ideas flowing 🤗♥️🐞

[@TheBlueOwl21]

Your van looks amazing 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much☺️

[@myepicjourney8275]

I have a Ram ProMaster city 2020 so it's set up a little bit different given the space I have. my bed platform is going to be a permanent bed bench and I have to find a cabinet to go on the other side and that should do it. I also want to throw carpet in there and the sides I'm going to screw in plywood with a shelf and paint it and insulate the backside. lots of work to do consider I live in an apartment. I get my material at home Depot and get them to cut the measurements and luckily I have a brother who also has a miter saw.

[@LadyBugout]

Sounds like a great set up!🤗