FIXING our Van Build MISTAKES! Van Life UK on Lockdown

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We're still deep in lockdown here in the UK, and our van renovations are in full swing. Links to everything below :)
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Spray Glue: geni.us/rxmaARv
Latches: geni.us/PC3Rm
Black Hammerite Paint: geni.us/YRvp8ZC
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Kitchen:
Cabinet - Second hand custom made
Oak Countertop bit.ly/2PakKrF
Fridge (Isotherm) eBay: ebay.to/2xJ2Nbz / geni.us/isotherm
Oven and Stove ebay.to/2R5ITya
Gas-it Refillable LPG kit ebay.to/2xFTCZk
Sink - made it ourselves
Whale water Pump geni.us/footpump
Dometic ceiling vent geni.us/roofvent
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Living Area:
Cat Upholstery bit.ly/2MQcLxc
Osmo oil geni.us/osmooil
Caravan cushions ebay.to/2USiZiu
Wooden crates bit.ly/2ZkaCAB
Bedroom:
IKEA matteress bit.ly/33OGzAm
IKEA slats bit.ly/2P7X6w1
Electrics:
Nautical lights ebay.to/2JvROF0
Light switches ebay.to/2UB8am4
Victron Smart Battery Monitor geni.us/batter...
Victron MPPT geni.us/mppt
Victron MultiPlus Charger geni.us/victro...
Webasto Airtop Evo 40 heater www.webasto.co...
External:
Front Runner roof rack and accessories bit.ly/2PanXHT
Light bar - bought from a friend
Solar panel ebay.to/2GVuxeK
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Snorkel bit.ly/camperva...
Lift kit bit.ly/blackroc...
Tyres ebay.to/2R4Av23
Wheeliams wheel carrier bit.ly/2ZKjwEi
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Theo and Bee gave up their busy city lifestyles in 2014 to explore alternative living, and have lived in vans and boats since then without looking back! Along with their cat Ginjey Bear they are driving around the world in their self-converted Sprinter Van 🗺
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FIXING our Van Build MISTAKES! Van Life UK on Lockdown

[@theindieprojects]

If you want to check out Theo's Channel: bit.ly/TheosChannel NEW STICKERS: www.theindieprojects.com/shop/vanlife-sticker-pack

[@JPARKERZ28]

I seen you guys on Netflix win the wilderness. I only watched the first episode but I knew I recognized you both right away... very cool

[@carolynrude2830]

We already had been following you for a long time. . How happy when there you were on Netflix. . . So very happy for you and all the travels to come!!

[@theindieprojects]

Thanks Carolyn 😃

[@nealeburgess6756]

You are right. Those catches match the style of the interior perfectly. And it is so true that little upgrades like that make so much difference to enjoying living in the van.

[@theindieprojects]

Thanks 🙌

[@JustCameronAndHisJeep]

Just like my friends over on @FoxesAfloat, a visit with you every week or so is wonderfully refreshing. Thanks for sharing and stay safe and sane through this chaos. I look forward to your tales once you're in Canada, but love every visit while we all wait, isolated.

[@ricksouth]

It's great to follow your journey through this time where everything's a little different for a while. Van's looking good!

[@theindieprojects]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@leortalmor1036]

How desperate for content they are ! This video is labelled as FIXING Build MISTAKES (in caps) I watched carefully looking to see worthwhile content. All I saw was small wear maintenance and huge promotion to Theo's channel You did overcome the challenge to fix the cupboard latch mistake , GOOD ON U But this made me regret looking at this video in the first place

[@noshimoshi]

Leor Talmor seriously!

[@andymaritoban6778]

Are you new to KZbin Leor or just not all there. Either way be supportive or watch another video stop being some KZbin renegade and attack some nice couple making content in crazy times. HATER

[@jaeykelly4739]

Me and my partner are planning to get a van at the end of the year, I’ve some what “stalkered” your channel 😅😂 Love the ideas, so much inspiration. Stay safe guys!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Theo & Bee. The vans looking fab - great to have the time to do the odd jobs. Hope excited is Theo to get his bike ! Thanks for sharing and stay safe - Sending virtual hugs - Chris & Marianne x💕🌍🚎😀

[@theindieprojects]

Cheers guys! Hope you’re having a nice weekend

[@Comanche2024]

Theo what are you going to do next? The box is bigger than you, that was so funny! Bee how do you put up with him? Humour makes for a better relationship so don't change will you both. Love ya xxx

[@theindieprojects]

Haha! He’s a nutter 😆

[@thizizliz]

Oh my. When you move back home, it will be all fresh & new again! Familar & comfortable still but dressed up to take you out adventuring.

[@theindieprojects]

Very excited about get back out in her 🙌

[@jennieevans5465]

I finally binge watched the Netflix series! I loved it! Take care you two!!!!❤️😘

[@84parsons]

Yay looking forward to receiving mine. The OG is going on my fridge.

[@andagain9826]

I applaud your choice of cupboard hardware - I bought the same little latches when I moved into my first house and took them with me when I moved out. Good job on your maintenance jobs and thanks for sharing the reality of van life. 👍🌼🐈

[@theindieprojects]

Cheers! 🙏🏻

[@janeenadams]

I just love you guys. Found you because of Eamon and Bec. Now I look forward to your videos every Sunday.

[@trudyschaffer8016]

I, for one, TOTALLY get why everything has to match in ones home. It’s hard to explain to some, but I feel ya. 🙂 Great video as always. I gave Theo a 9.5 for his graceful “dismount”! 🤣👍🚵‍♀️

[@noshimoshi]

Where’s the fixing the van mistakes? Such a waste of time

[@greatboniwanker]

I really appreciate that the link to Theo's channel opens in a new tab - so as not to interrupt your flow :)

[@theindieprojects]

❤️

[@michaelkloeckner6353]

Just finished watching win the wilderness and I'm retired so I got to watch all 6 episode s today. Then I found you guys on KZbin. I have a small KZbin channel as a hobby. I don't know why but I was very emotional thru the whole program. Thanks for doing this KZbin behind the program review. I loved it

[@theindieprojects]

Hey Michael, no problem 😃

[@wandamackenzie144]

I was pretty emotional also. I think it's because the couple were so humble, and giving up their lifelong work was hard to fathom. Did you see his interview a month after leaving the home? They are doing great.

[@nevinshajidaniel4958]

sharing a campervan life with pets , are always fun

[@donnahawkins3135]

I'm sure excited to see the finished product

[@loopylou]

Very nifty improvements. Razor a great idea and both the latches and knobs are really nice. Lovely to see Gingie too 🙂

[@theindieprojects]

Thank you 😊 super happy with how it’s looking now

[@ajisroadtrippin5505]

You didn’t quite cut out all the snickering after you said, “bronze knobs”. 🤣😂

[@AMYV3]

We want you here. 🇨🇦. I’m in Toronto. Grew up here. Love it. Stay safe 💕

[@flbeachinggirl]

Cats sure love boxes ☺️ To the right of your kitchen cabinets, that lower part of the wood wall that faded from the sun would probably look nice painted white. It would brighten that area up and look expanded. You could continue down to the rear leaving a stripe above the bed, including the lower portion of your doors. f you did not want it brighter, your green paint would work and match until it faded to a lighter green.

[@0HARE]

Thanks for another fun, information packed video. I really enjoyed it. You two got a lot of good work done here. Everythign needs maintenance. The light shining up through the bed slats is a beautiful effect. I bet you'll miss that once you put the mattress back on the bed frame! Happy "Camping"

[@Ragnar8504]

That might be the first van conversion I've seen that I could actually sleep in! I'm around 6'3" and most campers seem to have beds that are no more than 6'. I really don't like sleeping curled up so I haven't even considered spending a night in a camper.

[@Comanche2024]

Thank you for sending the stickers so quickly, thrilled. Xxx

[@ourportuguesehomestead]

Nicely done! Puck was very jealous of the giant box ;)

[@theindieprojects]

Aww haha

[@deenunya7735]

Can you not Stow it away on the Roof? If you look on Sandys Channel Wiltshire Man think it is he had put Foam inserts in instead of Inner Tubes, means can still Ride if you get a Puncture, keeps the Tyre up off the Rim, Purpose made thing

[@elainebarefoot9564]

Thank you for my 3 sticker that came today.well chuffed with them. Going in my car. Love you guys. Thanks again for doing a great job. Wish I could support you in other ways but furloughed at the mo. Look after yourselves xx

[@momoparagon]

Little projects can turn into big projects if you don't keep up with them. Great video as always. Cheers!

[@theindieprojects]

This is so true! Thanks 🙏🏻

[@momoparagon]

@@theindieprojects I live on a boat, so a tiny space just in a different way. If you're ever looking for cool hardware to secure drawers and such you might look towards marine stores. There are so many options in brass and bronze that would compliment your lovely aesthetic in the van. Plus if you check out old chandleries and marine consignment stores (of which there are a *ton* in the UK) you can find some older, unique options.

[@SewFrancine6120]

Gingybear is a beautiful baby.....Happy Mother's day

[@sammikelly6867]

not Mother's Day in UK (it's in March) but I'm sure they appreciated the sentiment! 👍

[@wanderingwaspiwoman]

Stickers have arrived. Yay!! Thank you both ❤❤

[@theindieprojects]

Woooop! Thanks for the support ❤️

[@debrandw246]

Such an awesome job on the van. So glad Theo got his bike and very happy you aren't breaking up. Hahaha 😂 love to you both. Stay safe. X

[@theindieprojects]

Haha thanks! 😄

[@sammikelly6867]

Theo extricating himself from giant box = sack of spuds!! 😲 you need to purrfect your tuck & roll technique, esp with mountain biking 😁😁😋 smooches to the chilled Ginjeybear ❤️🐾

[@VanTasticTraveling]

Lovely vibes once more guys. Ah how we'd love to trade our van and do a self build. Always loving your van :)

[@lovek2us]

Hey guys. So glad you're getting new followers, you deserve it. I'm sure they will love you guys as much as I do and all of your previous subscribers do. I'm curious if your new subscribers feel the Win the Wilderness adventure was not very fair concerning you 2? and, how are you guys feeling about that at this point? I'm sure being Bea and Theo, super happy positive couple, you have moved on from that. You may have won the Ose home, but you have much much more, all of us your loyal subscribers, oh yeah, you have each other and Ginjey too. haha, Be Safe..Love you

[@theindieprojects]

Thanks so much! Yeah we have had a lot of love and support and people think it was unfair. You are right we have moved on and closed that chapter and looking forward to the next projects 😀😀😀

[@sonjaashmore2972]

I too watched the show and it really pissed me off that you never got the chance to see the house and the Mt. I look at it as their loss although it would have been great to see you do KZbin videos from there . I know they would have been amazing . #StaySafe

[@Comanche2024]

Whoohooo my new stickers have arrived. Just getting our Crafter cleaned up for hopefully a bit of travel in the near future!! Fingers crossed 🤞

[@theindieprojects]

So happy you like them and thank you for the support ❤️

[@michaelkloeckner6353]

I traveled with my Mt Bike inside a small van for many years and found out that taking off the pedals helped. also removing the front and rear tire helped. The last thing I did once I found the perfect seat height was wrap electric tape around the seat post right were the seat post meet the bike frame. Now re- installing the seat post to the perfect height was no problem. I got so good re-assembling my bike in five minutes

[@theindieprojects]

Great ideas 😁

[@AB43998]

Omg I can’t stop laughing at 6.30 face and sound effect of a deep cut in the carpet 🤣😂 thanks 🙏🏻

[@theindieprojects]

🤣🤣🤣

[@unattendedgrandma4073]

In 1972 I did go over my handle bars. Went down an incline, smacked my head on a wooden step and was unconscious. This was before helmets became mandatory. My parents were told I was fortunate it was not a cement step. So, I hope Theo wears a helmet!

[@theindieprojects]

Ouch!! He’s got himself a good helmet 👌🏻

[@SamButement]

Nice job guys! Looking really neat and tidy inside the van.

[@theindieprojects]

Cheers Sam 🙏🏻

[@StacyForest738]

Genius about the beard trimmer!!!

[@sammikelly6867]

I need to do the same on my stairs where Jet has ruined it by scooting along on her side and clawing it in play. Wool carpet + cat = disaster!

[@nmo888]

How I laughed when I saw the carpeting getting a trim 😆

[@theindieprojects]

Hahahah!

[@libellula3313]

Thanks for the video, keeping busy in lockdown is the key to surviving.

[@theindieprojects]

Fully agree 🙏🏻

[@andrewrose6536]

I thought yous were having time off, only seen bits of u on Instagram, am devastated, I have loads of your videos to watch of u both,

[@krimke881]

Theos mancave, the mtb-channel 😁👌

[@theindieprojects]

🙌🙌🙌

[@Scottishebikeadventures]

Enjoy your new bike mate. Would recommend you go tubeless to reduce the risk of punctures. Most mtb come with tubeless ready tyres and rims. All you need is the sealent and valves. Check out Global Mountain Bike Network for some upgrade tips 👍

[@jonisjourneys3684]

Love the latches😊 Unfortunately, I can’t get my cats to use anything I put out for scratching! The 17 year old just doesn’t care about it and the 1 year old, just wants the carpet on the floor!! Stay safe and healthy, hugs to Ginjey Bear🌻💜

[@theindieprojects]

They know what they are doing! Haha naughty cats 😆

[@nikicollins3389]

Zheng guys glad you're starting to make plans .... I'm watching the vid now and I'm on the bit where you can go for a walk , I just want to correct you , you can only drive to a destination anywhere in England, not the Uk, I'm in Scotland and it's only local walks for us, and I pretty sure that's the same for Wales. Back to watching the rest of your Vid! 😄

[@grahamhardyvanlife5704]

The Trim!!!!! Its a gasket to stop water going in, Trim LOL.

[@andymaritoban6778]

Whenever you make it to Canada Nova Scotia will welcome you gladly it’s beautiful here Cape Breton south shore keji ,keji seaside. We are hoping to get to kouchibouguac if they open our national parks won’t be beach time but would love to camp with my family

[@theindieprojects]

Fingers crossed 🙏🏻

[@tilly1950]

Hi. STILL HAVING FUN !! LOVE IT !! KEEP IT UP !! Robbie U .K.

[@AzoresWhatElse]

Keep up the good work and stay safe.

[@meadowcutler6113]

Definitely without a doubt, should’ve been you guys to win that house. Me and my boyfriend from the beginning thought you two would be the winners. I was quite disappointed at the ending. The finalists didn’t even know for sure if the wanted to live there for a while. Anyways my rant is over and I’m glad y’all are doing well💛💙

[@theindieprojects]

Thank you! It’s a shame it’s empty now. We have exciting things planned so stay tuned 😀

[@dimitrispsarias5840]

Heyyy guys !! Cool video, thanks for sharing !! Good fun !! I will be checking you both out, even if you upload indifferent content (theoretically), just because the way you communicate it, is unique and so genuine !! As if we are neighbours or friends , lets say ! Kisses from Athens/Greece!

[@theindieprojects]

Thanks so much 🙏🏻

[@lindasuedauphin6732]

Love you guys. Theo , you are awesome. Just love you both. Started watching WTW. Did not like the guide. Don’t worry about not winning. You guys have already won. 🥰

[@theindieprojects]

Thanks so much Linda 😁

[@Jadamojo]

I received my stickers today and I love them. Thank you 😊

[@theindieprojects]

Woohoo! Thanks for supporting us ❤️

[@Mary-yu3sn]

bet ,truck bed liner spray would last longer for spare rack...and rubber in it would help any vibration..

[@theindieprojects]

Defo!

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

You guys rock and Ginger 👍😂👍

[@theindieprojects]

😁

[@dreadedscotslass]

I got my stickers yesterday, THANKYOU x x x x

[@theindieprojects]

Brilliant! Thanks for the support ❤️

[@Rickym403]

Great video guys, I’d love to know how the foot pump copes bringing the water from back of van. 👍🚐

[@sprintervanconversions]

Beard trimmer!! Amazing genius haha

[@elainefuehrer5739]

can u raise the bed for the bike. ..or make the bed a murphy bed when u are hauling the bike. or hang it on the inside of the door and move the bed and couch forward.. or put the bike in the living quarters when driving.

[@jonathanpower5901]

Hi, you habe been recommended to check out. Just wondering if you have taken your old van to the US. Of so how did you do it?

[@thexxit]

Gotta check out this netflix show!

[@theindieprojects]

🙌

[@Comanche2024]

Clever Cherry knot !

[@Comanche2024]

Ooops not for you, for notime2bsad lol. 🤣

[@brumsgrub8633]

Just noticed your subs, wow that's shot up 200,000 that's great.

[@theindieprojects]

🙌

[@graceverssen5651]

Hey guys, I have been watching your wonderful journeys for awhile, but what's the big idea of forcing us to go to Theo's new channel, just for a glimpse of his new bike?! Grace in India

[@theindieprojects]

Hey 👋 he is excited to make different videos over there that don’t fit on this channel. 😀

[@graceverssen5651]

Hi again, I really didn't mean to rain on Theo's parade. Many congrats to you, Theo, on that! And please show us a glimpse of your new bike on Indie Projects. Pretty please!!! Grace in India

[@blessedbeyond2118]

you 2 are so cute together and I love gingy

[@simondavey7787]

Love you both!

[@theindieprojects]

Cheers Simon ❤️

[@colleenlongardner2692]

How about some magnets with Gingy? Those I'd be interested in. BTW, doesn't Bea get a bike too?

[@theindieprojects]

Nice idea 😁 she may do, we are going to see if she enjoys it first

[@neilsmith8714]

Iv got a helmet a purple one

[@songkim3939]

I was wondering if you guys made to come to Canada😢 Hope you can visit Canada soon! Thanks for the quality videos👌🏻

[@lesleythomson2823]

Song Kim They we’re just about to ship their van off to Canada but COVID hit !!!

[@songkim3939]

@@lesleythomson2823 ya I figured after watching another video. So sad!!! Hopefully we all can overcome and get thru this hard time together👍🏻

[@gabriellamoore8820]

Theo needed a Man Cave ;)

[@theindieprojects]

😁

[@jitaamesuluma9730]

no you went to fast , did not get it , show us again , how to open a door , SO talented :P

[@theindieprojects]

❤️

[@jitaamesuluma9730]

@@theindieprojects i do not know how to put a heart

[@StacyForest738]

Right, it definitely needed slow mo in that. ;-)

[@spinmarion1]

Stay safe love from Greece 💐💐

[@theindieprojects]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@jockmcallister]

My stickers are in there somewhere!

[@theindieprojects]

Wooop! Should be with you very soon 🙌

[@jockmcallister]

@@theindieprojects Yep, a Lovely Little brown envolope has arrived, complete with VE Day 75 and Protect The NHS postmarks. Thanks!

What’s the name of the show on Netflix? Can’t remember it.

[@theindieprojects]

Win the wilderness

[@anneliesjoss]

You guys are just too cute 🥰

[@slyboy1966]

Nice bike Theo . Matt Jones designed it . Look up Matt Jones on utube great channel. 👍🏻🚲

[@theindieprojects]

Cheers dude! Will do 🙏🏻

[@charmoneymaker4418]

Why didn't you just open both ends of the box? lol

[@nikicollins3389]

Oops just got to the bit where you are saying Scotland and Wales have different rules.....sorry 😊

[@livinglife8333]

We can’t believe you didn’t win!

[@theindieprojects]

🙏🏻

[@Georges_vanlife]

あなたの車は格好良いですね！ 私はTOYOTAのハイエースに乗っています。気に入っています！ しかし、あなたの車のようにカスタムしたいと思いました！ 私も動画を撮っているので参考になりました！

[@itchybeard8779]

Do you guys ever plan on having kids? If so would you continue van life?

[@theindieprojects]

No we are not having kids. Ginjey is our child 🤣

[@robinsherlock6678]

Brummies?

[@johnlong3214]

👍

[@Ben-db5re]

Hi, how’s your land in Portugal?

[@theindieprojects]

Really good thanks 😀

[@Ben-db5re]

The Indie Projects Good, is someone there to keep an eye in it / maintain it tho?!!

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I used beard trimmer on my old jumper looks mint great idea with the carpet I got some damaged on my van from one of my car I’ll give it a go 👍👍😾

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Cats not car pmsl 😂

[@theindieprojects]

Haha! Thought you meant cat. They just love to undo all our hard work don’t they 😆

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

The Indie Projects yes they definitely do 😂😂

[@andyr8191]

Mel, did you do the inside or the outside of your jumper ?

[@clairephaneuf1908]

Oh F-Off! not going to show the bike here! see ya

[@theindieprojects]

Calm down mate 🤣

[@blessedbeyond2118]

@@theindieprojects he had a full on hissy fit like a little girl lol

[@michaelkloeckner6353]

Did you know Rena passed away. Heart issues.

[@theindieprojects]

Yes it’s really sad.

[@bloverb-o2k]

@@theindieprojects Rena who?

[@christianestrauss8516]

... it's like a 21st century mans cave "lol"

[@Careful3890]

Theos boystoys chanell. 🤣

[@theindieprojects]

Haha!

[@furkan1664]

2nd

[@HayhurstChris]

Stopped watching your videos, click bait titles and nothing happens in them anymore, unsubscribed. Roll the trolls to defend you and react to this comment now, even though I don't care enough to check it nor respond to it.

[@maxinelawson3945]

If you don’t like click bait titles then KZbin isn’t the place for you 😂

[@Vanlife_With_Miss_V]

Great vid as always guys, love you both, you're so sweet together, Gingey is a total star🌟 and your van is fab, I totally get having things matching, its lovely, fab upgrades 👍have a great week ♥️

[@theindieprojects]

Thank you 😁

[@shellyskye527]

Not interested in bikes so I won’t be watching your new channel but I’ll just say this, please wear a helmet! You only have one noggin, and it’s best if you can keep it intact and un-damaged. Enjoy.

[@theindieprojects]

It won’t just be biking but yes got a great helmet 😃