SIMPLE VAN BUILD | A Closer Look Inside

[@billroderick3476]

Crome do you realize truly how much of a inspiration you are you rock

[@bevtrue6937]

I saw a video today of hot springs on Vancouver Island, in view of the ocean, that you have to reach by float plane and a longish walk over a boardwalk. Wow. Don't know any more. Sorry. But so awesome.

[@Musicescape17]

This came up in suggestions while I was catching up with Chrome & Cruz(5.18.22) cool to look back at the early time of van life & nice to see Disco again🐶 🙏 so I watched it again.

[@maryjanespangler7488]

So I’m just watching this video now for the first time, it’s March 7 of 2022! What fun! I’ve been watching you for probably about a year now, and I think you’re so interesting. I think I’ll search around through some of these older videos and watch them. You and Emi are together right now, and it’s fun to watch you two, but it’s nice to go back sometimes!

[@carolguezen5829]

LOL! You rock! I want to get a van to travel in and where I can do some work on my photography. You are an inspiration and show that it can easily be done with the basics. That brings the dream closer to reality!

[@_achimus]

5 years of effort, nothing ever comes easy! Chrome even didn’t know how his channel was going to blow up! Well done, mate.

[@seventytwo1001000]

Seeing where the van is now in 2020 to where it started in 2017 it has seen some serious changes. What hasn't changed is Chromes enthusiasm and his pride in his van.

[@glg314]

AMEN.🥰👏👍🥇🤩🚐🏆 DoubbleG …Garry G

[@foote1967]

Times have changed! Its great to look back towards the start of your transformation into vanlife. I was actually subscribed at the start...I'm just looking back... Took me till now..but I finally bought a van!

[@micheledion2000]

dude you are such an inspiration. These jerks with the sprinters got ABSOLUTELY nothing on you. I am proud of you and the work you do.I will be homeless in a couple of weeks. i'll be fine in a shelter if I have rhe dream...start small...

[@KlouseInTheKloudz]

You have come so far it's great to look back and see where you are now. Working on our budget van build now!

[@nicholaskent1011]

It's crazy that you gave this advice. Because I was thinking about all the money I was going to have to spend and I said to myself (like yesterday) "I'm just going to buy a van, build a simple bed platform, cooking supplies, simple toilet, and see how I feel from there." I travel frequently on 4 - 8 hour road trips to locations for photography, but the overnight stays are MISERABLEEEEEE for me. I literally get no sleep. So I thought I'd do one of these van builds but I'm a perfectionist at heart, however I think ditching being perfect and just being able to lay down in an area with a sleeping bag will help me realize what I ACTUALLY need. Instead of guessing. I plan to buy a van within the next week and a half and start. I'll have my own youtube channel to demonstrate how it goes! I'll be sure to mention you :D Thanks a ton~!

[@KabobHope]

I like how you dove headfirst into vanlife and you keep repeating that. A lot of other channels have a lot of preparation before they set off. Your process seems more organic and adaptable.

[@jcdahippie]

I just watched your newest video. You and Cruz down some narrow rock road. This video popped up and it's amazing how your van has transformed.

[@LifeBetweenTheDash]

Love the thought process. Simple build. Simple life.

[@HandymanMark]

If we could all just be like Disco. He seems completely content and relaxed. Thank you for another awesome video

[@MrChriscasey]

Hey Chrome! Suggestion: make a montage video of Vancouver area WITH your music and offer it to the Vancouver tourist bureau. You have REAL talent for video angles, camera speed, and audio. Watching your vids makes me know that someday I HAVE TO go there. Be Happy!

[@lifewithluluthecat835]

It isn't what you have or who you are or where you are or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about it ... You and Disco are living that thinking everyday ... Merry Christmas 🎄🎀, keep weird, stay warm. Sending lots of hugs 🤗 to you both! 😎🐶👍🏼

[@2avanman391]

Things will change in time and the only way to find out what works best for each individual is to be in it for an extended period. The van is looking great, simple & functional for you and Disco, that’s what truly matters. Thank you for sharing so much with us. Disco needs a badass “Vanlife” shirt!!! 🤘🚐

[@nathanliberman]

So so... 4 years, wery big progress!🤘🤘🤘

[@HulaShack1]

Another awesome video! Your views are multi-million dollar views! Sooooo amazing!!! Your photography, editing and music mixes are epic!!! I can't wait until your Patreon tribe grows big enough so you can do this full-time and then I can't even imagine what amazing videos you will create. Thanks for doing this for us, we love you, we love Disco and we love being part of the awesome community you have built, right here for us. Weirdos Unite!!! THANK YOU Chrome for all you give to us!

[@danaolson9708]

It’s fun to look back haven’t seen this one... you have come so far! ❤️ahh Disco❤️❤️❤️

[@MommaC1106]

Seeing this few yrs later 😭😭

[@ReForge7]

Ya keep saying it and it's so true! 'All you need is van!' . So true! Cant fault that in any way shape or form. 👍

[@CarnivoreFrank]

A good point, start with the basics. #1- I want a good reliable van. Nearly new would be great because I'm not a mechanic and don't want to become on at 59 years old. #2 I'll need a comfortable bed, I have a couple of good mattresses to work with, but again, I love simplicity. Then build as we go. Thanks for your suggestions I really love it.

[@jazzigypsy]

You are a blessing! I have been researching van life for at 3 years but you have let me know to keep it simple and just do it! Keep posting and I will keep watching! Be blessed!

[@ProfessorGrimm]

Hey Chrome, personal experience, less sheet metal screws, use pop rivets. I use aluminum and Stainless Steel depending on the load required. Looking great as usual. Spending my first night in my new to me van tonight, catch ya on the B side.

[@claremonk6734]

I've said it before. I'll day it again. Chrome ' You are an INSPIRATION' 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@heatherrenton2086]

Great info, regarding the memory foam, super cosy in a house, maybe not so much in a van in winter, noted!. Keeping it simple is great advise, makes van living doable for folks with limited budgets. Keeping it simple and being so positive is what makes you such an inspiration. Struggling financially to maintain a sticks and bricks home and having way too much...."stuff" is stressful. Your videos are my go to place when I'm feeling overwhelmed in my own world. Thank you so much for sharing your van life experience, beautiful Vancouver scenery and most of all, Disco Doggy! Seeing his sweet facial expressions, hearing his grunts, snorts and slurps, watching him wiggle and jiggle in and out of the van and going for a stroll, makes my day! He is so darn adorable.

[@donnanichols6838]

Wow, found myself in the way back machine, Chrome before I found your channel...even got to meet Disco. You've come a long way buddy!!! Lol 🍃🤗🍃

[@darrylk808]

I would put the water bottle off the floor. Dust and Disco's fur all over the spout, especially if the seal on your door down there isn't air tight. Put it higher up over the top shelf, then put a plastic container on the shelf as your sink. Open spout and it will pour into sink. Then just toss the waste water into the storm drain (no harmful chemicals). Be sure to have a vinegar water spray bottle to clean sink every so often.

[@jeffminnesota7376]

Idea. Put the memory foam on the bottom and reg foam on top. Be softer in winter but a firm kick under...I have sleep number bed always switching the foams. Looks good.....happy holidays....

[@Asiandynamo]

My favorite act on the Gong Show was the Unknown comic.

[@kimberthekamper]

Hi, Chrome! I have been watching your videos for some time now and decided to watch your playlist binge watch from the beginning. I'm so glad I did. You confirm some things I was already thinking about as I am not in my van yet. I'm taking care of my mom right now. But you also giving me ideas about things I hadn't thought about vajazzle 400 watt inverter. Again, thank you for taking the time out to share your life and your experience with us I hope to see you out there I want to say soon but I don't want to say soon because of what soon might mean. I'm sure you understand. Love you like a bro! Keep doing you! Oh yeah! I ordered my stickers yesterday!

[@ramblinroam]

I have my van a year and been living in it fulltime since July and have redone my van 3 times hahahaaaa BUT next month i am full on building it out now I think I have it figured out finally;)

[@orlitorl]

Have you ever considered buying a small cargo trailer and haul all of your DJ gear everywhere you go?? That would really be home and work altogether and you will be saving the storage monthly bill! Also the loading/unloading to/from the storage seems like a real PITA. If I ever do what you are doing, I'd attach that small box trailer behind my van and also when I stop somewhere to sleep I will be looking like a passing-thru guy and not a camper/van dweller... what do you think?

[@kellylarson3565]

I'm in Saskatchewan and can't imagine living in a van today. The temp. was -35 last night. The wood stove is working overtime today.

[@dawna4185]

...good god!!!! that's horrible! i'm in nova scotia...slept in my car during minus 10 and, whilst extremely warm in my bed, freezing when i got out!!! lol.....fun times though. can't wait to do it again!

[@Enough.Said.]

I have the opposite problem. It gets to be 118 degrees F where I live. The bad thing is that you can put on more clothes and blankets to warm up but you can't very well take off all your clothes and skin to cool down.

[@xiomaralindaguerrero334]

Hello, Chrome this is the second time I am watching this video, as I am thinking about how I am going to build my bed as you build yours with some little addition. I will send you a picture when it is done. I am loving being in the van. May be someone as already asked you about you being on your knees all the time.

[@elainepatton3825]

Disco's tongue hanging out...too cute! I like your thought process on building out your van! Look forward to seeing what you have planned for the permanent build.🎅🎄

[@missy4cdts]

thank you so much for all the information on how to start with the van life I really would like to do this I think it would be really good for me

[@patriciagelenaw6235]

So many things I wanna say..... How bout thank you for now😄

[@marieb8502]

Enjoying the journey of your van build with you and learning a lot.

[@tatatatarata4429]

Very good insight in depth. Always a pleasure to learn something new...

[@TheDtfamu89]

Vancouver is really scenic.

[@wildwisdom4731]

I like the way you think. You are brave. Learning by doing. Great!

[@MrDocc4u]

Im sure once you do get the build out you will love it,im glad im doing all my build myself so like you said i know were stuff is needed..thumbs up chrome and Disco.

[@cynthial6713]

Thanks for the positive outlook. Trying to get my van to go in. Got some basic stuff ready and want to get gone.

[@mspurrple2184]

Disco is so cute sleeping!

[@VANESSASVANLIFEJOURNEY]

Love watching the process from the beginning getting ready to do mine this weekend just trying to get some ideas

[@ramblinroam]

And always stay till the end, cant get enough

[@Mr-hz6jz]

That’s right, keep it nice simple and low cost 👍🏾 what’s up DISCO my lil buddy, but did you have to moon us at the closing 😂😂😂

[@yrankin1]

I love the progression. I can't wait to see the build out. But you did show people how to get started on the super cheap. I would not have thought to have home Depot do all those cuts. I am making a big purchase (RV with bunkhouse) because I can (selling) house, and I feel I need it for my daughter and three pets. But I am jeleous of the simplicity and stealth qualities of the Van. If I was single and not a primary caregiver to an 11 yo, this would be the way to go.

[@mikefrasher5951]

I like this video. It has a kinda raw feel to it. Im doing the same with my van using it before i build it because i dont live full time in it its my adventure van. Chrome im let down. Got super excited for van merch but they dont have my size im 5 xl. Lol big guy here . keepin it wierd from ohio, US . MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND DISCO.

[@cayetanocanales7662]

Checking out the oldies. Saludos from tx

[@AnnetteZang]

Love this video, very informative and to the point. Tysm. You rock. Stay crazy. Hugs

[@kimwilliams7051]

disco is sooooo cute Canada looks so beautiful never been abroad yet in my life xxx

[@MonicaHernandez-yn8ct]

You can put the memory foam mattress under the other mattress

[@dianematlock879]

That Disco..he snores when he's awake...lol.

[@corybowes9400]

💕 Hi Chrome

[@rosemarie20]

Was Disco a puppy when you got him? How long were you together? English Bulldogs are great dawgz. When I was a child (63 now), our neighbor had one named Grindle. She was as much our friend as the neighbors were and I still remember and love her these 55+ years later.

[@ramahllama9804]

Happy Holidays Chrome and Disco.

[@thomasriley9552]

Love that disco

[@ldeeptogiola7655]

Love it! Thank you 🌺🌺🌺🌺

[@rodneyoverbeck8800]

Great Video,lots of good information

[@johnnyrainscustomrc]

Loving your videos bro out of curiosity have you thought about removing the passanger seat or turning it around and bolting it back down great videos chrome

[@mrjerpsvr4105]

Very Cool vids...disco is awesome

[@itsmylife530]

As always love the vids....

[@johnniebray6360]

Love your video's and believe it is the way to go. Just wondering if you have ever heard of a personal wifi or even if there is such a thing were one can buy your own for internet, I often am no were near those in stores etc. if you have heard of this please let me know, if not it's back to using those I find close to cities. thanks and I will be changing my bed to one like yours that can slide, a really great idea.

[@dawnkangas2968]

Awesome 😎

[@BlackRose-xt2xu]

Love your videos as usual. Thank you for making things simple. Neat, homey and simple. What is Gong show?

[@ericcaron6490]

I totally agree with you but what if I can’t afford the purchasing of a cargo van, even a old van?? For me this is the biggest question!! As soon as this question answered... i’m in!!! Hoping with meet somewhere in Canada!! Until this day... :)

[@gracecallowayable]

Good stuff!!!👠🚌👠

[@michele2855]

Great review! Have a great holiday wknd Chrome! I’m jealous of the great weather

[@flgirl250]

Great Advice

[@kimwilliams7051]

another cool video xx

[@rachelhale304]

Very smart

[@josephtopping7902]

That’s the moisture freezeing it a big sponge

[@dreamjourney8508]

Nice vlog. Loved the outro music. ❤️💕😊

[@ramvanbobby3889]

great video chrome

[@54bonkers]

Work! 😎

[@cattsmahal1005]

HI DISCO! Luv ya dude!

[@54bonkers]

Do you know the make of your plastic drawers? I like that they lock and could use those in my cargo trailer to store stuff.

[@suzyadvise9833]

Thx for sharing the information was needed

[@TheGbortnick]

Just a quick question. Why don’t more van people use hammocks? They are very comfortable and take up less space. Think about it.

[@JODEETOLENTINO]

Love the simple build. I'm the same, I don't need much.

[@StarrKeys]

Nice tour but where's the promised link for the floor?

[@warrenwheeler4572]

Vantred their Vanbed liners

[@gggogirl5351]

Don't see link for van flooring. Can I get that from you please?

[@laurajphillips5981]

Very good info Thank You!

[@DonovanRush]

Oh yeah!

[@shariselove]

then and now Wow, the Van looks so naked.

[@hammerstudios1628]

what kind of camera you have??, looks very nice, you are a warrior!!!

[@2SurvivalHomesteadTeachingFarm]

where do you get water?

[@thedogtraveler9022]

Disco ❤

[@dimitriwaardenburg4631]

You should visit simon from finding simon itll be a great vidéo 2 awesome guys and 2 awesome dogs 😉

[@dimitriwaardenburg4631]

Great video btw like always ✌😀

[@ChauTu]

How do vanlife people relief themselves? What about doing a number 2? Have to use the gym to relief?

[@syahmiabubakar]

How do you stay cool in summer ?

[@bridgetearl2931]

thanks for sharing , stay weird! 🐶🐶🐶 disco luv you puppy , luv you chrome 🎤🎤

[@stupidYoutube]

Take a shot every time you hear "gong" !

[@Wildmutationblu]

Can Disco jump to the floor outside, or do you have to lift him?

[@vagabonddeesadventures8491]

Another Binge

[@maxwellbernstein9235]

Super Important.... How much did your 2004 Ford E250 Extended cost you and at what mileage? Thanks so much! Love, love, love your videos!!! Hugs to you and to Disco! Merry Christmas my friends!!! Stay warm & cozy!!! Oh, and Definitely stay Weird! ;) LOL!

[@michele2855]

Maxwell Bernstein hi Max. Chrome mentioned some time back that the van was about 6500. Don’t know about milage. Bob Wells has done research on Ford cargo vans and Chevys. If you are looking used the Chevy engine apparently more dependable than Ford after 2001