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Sin Rumbo 1 - Travels Off The Beaten Path
Canada
Registrace 26. 12. 2018
My wife and I were both born in France, and moved to western Canada where we lived for many years. We raised a family, and had a couple of businesses in Calgary, Alberta. We love traveling, nature, and visiting off-the-beaten-path places. After selling the businesses in Canada and discovering and falling in love with Mendoza, Argentina, we finally bought an apartment there.
Argentina is a big country with many still wild interesting places to visit. A 4×4 truck with a camper is ideal for us to do that, and this is the story of how we made it happen. This channel is not about hard-core four-wheel driving but about dreaming and realizing your dream. Our truck allows us to visit amazing, out-of-the-way places where we find peace, tranquility and solitude. Enjoy the reports and videos. We now live in Canada again but the adventure continues as we build an AWD Ford Transit camper to live almost full time on the roads of North America. Thanks for visiting!
Argentina is a big country with many still wild interesting places to visit. A 4×4 truck with a camper is ideal for us to do that, and this is the story of how we made it happen. This channel is not about hard-core four-wheel driving but about dreaming and realizing your dream. Our truck allows us to visit amazing, out-of-the-way places where we find peace, tranquility and solitude. Enjoy the reports and videos. We now live in Canada again but the adventure continues as we build an AWD Ford Transit camper to live almost full time on the roads of North America. Thanks for visiting!
Van Tour Interior of my AWD Ford Transit DIY campervan for van life, overland camping & adventure
This video is a tour of the interior of DIY van build conversion of an AWD Ford Transit T250 cargo van into a cozy campervan for full time living and van life for two people.
The van is a DIY-converted AWD T250 MR Ford Transit twin-turbo V6 Ecoboost with CR Lawrence windows, Espar gasoline heater, 200 A/h of Renogy lithium batteries, 350 W of solar panels, Renogy 2000 W inverter and much more.
Enjoy the video!
The van is a DIY-converted AWD T250 MR Ford Transit twin-turbo V6 Ecoboost with CR Lawrence windows, Espar gasoline heater, 200 A/h of Renogy lithium batteries, 350 W of solar panels, Renogy 2000 W inverter and much more.
Enjoy the video!
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We are leaving Alberta - AWD Ford Transit DIY campervan for van life, overland camping & adventure
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In this episode we leave Alberta on our first road trip to Ontario with our self-converted Ford Transit campervan. We will spend the summer with family in Ontario. In the fall we will head south to the US, but that is for a future video. On this trip we camp along the way, sometimes in rest areas, sometimes in campgrounds, as we discover overnight oportunities. We share our experience with you....
AWD FORD TRANSIT OFF-ROAD TEST
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A brief off-road test of the AWD Ford Transit climbing a steep hill. The traction mode was set to Mud & Ruts, the tires were at highway pressure. The suspension has a 2" lift from Van Compass and Sumitomo 245/75 R16. The engine is the Ecoboost V6.
Wells Gray Prov Park - AWD Ford Transit self converted camper van life & overland adventure
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In this video we visit the Wells Gray Provincial Park in British Colombia, Canada. We wild camp in our DIY self converted Ford Transit camper van. We take you along as hike and visit several of the many waterfalls. Enjoy! The van is a DIY-converted AWD T250 MR Ford Transit twin-turbo V6 Ecoboost with a Topo 2.0 Stage 3 2-inch Van Compass lift kit, Sumitomo Encounter AT 265/75 R16 tires, Tec Van...
The mystical island of Haida Gwaii - AWD Ford Transit DIY Camper Van life & Overland Adventure
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Follow us as we travel in our self-converted Ford Transit camper van to the mystical island of Haida Gwaii, on the pacific coast of British Colombia, Canada. We visit Haida sites, see totem poles and wild camp along the ocean. The van is a DIY-converted AWD T250 MR Ford Transit twin-turbo V6 Ecoboost with a Topo 2.0 Stage 3 2-inch Van Compass lift kit, Sumitomo Encounter AT 265/75 R16 tires, Te...
Retevis RB 48 FRS GMRS Radios | Field Test
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I bought a pair of these radios to communicate with base camp when I am out photographing and filming. These radios are legal in Canada and produce the max power allowed under the canadian regulations, that is 2 Watts. In this video I attempt to determine how far you can clearly communicate with these radios. I show you the results with a map of distance and altitude variations. I also explain ...
Ford Transit DIY Van Tour 2024
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After 700 hours of working alone over a six-month period, I give you a full tour of my DIY conversion of an AWD Ford Transit T250 cargo van into a cozy campervan for full time living and van life for two people. The van is a DIY-converted AWD T250 MR Ford Transit twin-turbo V6 Ecoboost with a Topo 2.0 Stage 3 2-inch Van Compass lift kit, Sumitomo Encounter AT 265/75 R16 tires, Tec Van rear tire...
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 13 - First Camping Trip Overland Adventure & Van Life
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My wife and I are a Canadian retired couple planning to live year round in a self-converted AWD Ford Transit T250 MR 148" WB. In this series of videos we share our adventure and process. In this video we embark on our first camping trip with our newly finished Ford Transit camper van. We will spend two nights and three days off-grid in the Bow Valley Provincial Campground west of Calgary, Alber...
Ford Transit DIY Campervan Conversion | Part 12 - Tires Upgraded & End Of The Build.
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My wife and I are a Canadian retired couple planning to live year round in a self-converted AWD Ford Transit T250 MR 148" WB. In this series of videos we share our adventure and process. We have reached a major milestone: the build is finished and the tires have been upgraded to larger Sumitomo Encounter AT all-terrain tires in LT245/75R16 on the stock rims.We loaded the foam mattress in the va...
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 11 - Plumbing & kitchen galley.
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My wife and I are a Canadian retired couple planning to live year round in a self-converted AWD Ford Transit T250 MR 148" WB campervan. In this series of videos we share our adventure and process. In this video: I do all the plumbing and also build the kitchen galley. The van has a 27-gallon water tank, an electric water pumg and expansion tank, and a black granite composite sink. The sink drai...
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 10 - Electrical
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My wife and I are a Canadian retired couple planning to live year round in a self-converted AWD Ford Transit. In this series of videos we share our adventure and process. In this video: I take you through the wiring of the electrical system and the building and testing of the electrical panel. Enjoy and thanks for watching!
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 9 - Building a large storage cabinet.
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My wife and I are a Canadian retired couple planning to live year round in a self-converted AWD Ford Transit. In this series of videos we share our adventure and process. In this video I build a large cabinet to house the fridge, and include a wardrobe and storage shelves.
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 8 - Exterior upgrades
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My wife and I are a Canadian retired couple planning to live year round in a self-converted AWD Ford Transit. In this series of videos we share our adventure and process. In this video the van receives two CRL windows, a Van Compass stage 3 lift kit and a Tec Vanlife rear tire carrier and ladder combo.
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 7 - Scopema Driver Seat Swivel Install
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My wife and I are a Canadian retired couple planning to live year round in a self-converted AWD Ford Transit. In this series of videos we share our adventure and process. In this video: I install the Scopema swivel seat base under the driver's seat. I also install the Scopema handbrake lowering kit. Find out what went well and what required some adjustment. Enjoy and thanks for watching! Puppy ...
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 6 - Removable Ikea Van Build Bed Platform
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My wife and I are a Canadian retired couple planning to experience year round van life in a self-converted AWD Ford Transit campervan. In this series of videos we share our adventure and process. In this video: I build the bed platform. Our bed is permanently installed laterally or side to side. Yet it is possible to disassemble it in a couple of minutes to open the cargo area and make it possi...
ALL TOP 12V AIR COMPRESSOR TEST & REVIEW
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ALL TOP 12V AIR COMPRESSOR TEST & REVIEW
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 5 - Scopema Passenger Seat Swivel Base Installation
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Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 5 - Scopema Passenger Seat Swivel Base Installation
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 4 - Cedar Tongue & Groove Ceiling
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Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 4 - Cedar Tongue & Groove Ceiling
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 3 - Sub Floor Insulation & Plywood
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Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 3 - Sub Floor Insulation & Plywood
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 2 - Making The Roof Rack.
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Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 2 - Making The Roof Rack.
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 1 - How To Properly Plan Your Build
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Ford Transit DIY Conversion | Part 1 - How To Properly Plan Your Build
Ford Transit DIY Conversion | We Finally Have A Van
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Ford Transit DIY Conversion | We Finally Have A Van
Fall colors of Lake Superior, Canada - Cross Canada Return Drive
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Fall colors of Lake Superior, Canada - Cross Canada Return Drive
Road Trip Across North America 2023 - From Alberta to the US to Ontario - 2200 mi. in 5 days
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Road Trip Across North America 2023 - From Alberta to the US to Ontario - 2200 mi. in 5 days
Canon XA11 (XA15) Field Test - Nature Scenes
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Canon XA11 (XA15) Field Test - Nature Scenes
Zoleo Unboxing, activation, and live test.
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Zoleo Unboxing, activation, and live test.
2023 Ford Transit Camper Delayed - Looking after horses in Alberta, Canada, instead.
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2023 Ford Transit Camper Delayed - Looking after horses in Alberta, Canada, instead.
Return to Canada. Good-bye Argentina. New vehicle update
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Return to Canada. Good-bye Argentina. New vehicle update
4-Day Solo Overland Camping Trip, San Juan, Argentina.
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4-Day Solo Overland Camping Trip, San Juan, Argentina.
Really clean build. Nice job!
Thank you!
So cool!!! Really neat to see everything - amazing work!
Thanks so much!
Adorei a configuração! Perfeita. Excelentes viagens e aventuras em nossa amada América do Norte.
Thank you!
I really liked. Congrats. Let me ask: power station like Ecoflow was nat an option?
It could be, but personally I prefer the flexibility of separate components. I also enjoyed designing and buidling the system. But it isn't for every one for sure.
Fantastic video, Philippe! Really great aerial shots in this! Excited to see what you have coming up next!
Thanks Paige!
Hola Philippe, cómo siempre una alegría recibir noticias y videos del recorrido . Un gran abrazo y saludos a Catty.
Gracias Darío. Siempre un gran placer leer tus mensajes. Un abrazo!
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Thanks!
Ikea Skorva centre beam p/n 901.245.34 (ikea.ca)
I have the same compressor, the hose and metal disconnect fitting at the compressor end gets extremely hot, like burn skin hot! But the handle is just warm. I’m wondering if you experienced that? I wonder if there’s a restriction or problem with mine?
I didn't experience that during the test but it is probably normal. The handle is shielded but the fitting is not.
Hermoso lugar y paisajes maravillosos. Abrazo grande Philippe y saludos.
Gracias Darío. Un abrazo!
Nice camper I was wondering where did you get it from. I noticed it had a very high rise and I’ve been looking everywhere for one I was wondering if you could share the dimensions of the camper shell and where you got it thank you.
Hello. Unfortunately this camper shell is made and only available in Argentina (Tronador.ar). It is a commercial model not intended to be used for a camper.
Unfortunately one of the two CR Laurence side windows installed by True North Customs Campers of Calgary has failed six months after install and two weeks into the first trip. We were not able to get warranty either from the vendor / installer nor from CR Laurence in California. We are stuck with an expensive window that no longer opens. Buyer beware!
Beautiful.
Thank you!
The side windows are CR Laurence (California) and were installed by True North Custom Campers in Calgary, Canada. The driver side window developed a problem six months after the install and two weeks within the first trip. True North did not help us solve the problem and CRL headoffice did not make any effort in solving the warranty issue either. Even though we love these windows we are very disappointed by the total lack of after sales service from the vendor/installer and from the manufacturer. We are stuck with an expensive but defective window. Buyer beware!
The side windows are CR Laurence (California) and were installed by True North Custom Campers in Calgary, Canada. The driver side window developed a problem six months after the install and two weeks within the first trip. True North did not help us solve the problem and CRL headoffice did not make any effort in solving the warranty issue either. Even though we love these windows we are very disappointed by the total lack of after sales service from the vendor/installer and from the manufacturer. We are stuck with an expensive but defective window. Buyer beware!
Hola Philippe, bueno que decirte? Nuestro mundo tiene tantos lugares maravillosos que no conocemos , así que darte las gracias ya que de esta forma y a través tuyo puedo conocerlos. En una parte del relato vos decías que el lugar tenía como un ambiente japonés, a mí me parecía el lugar más relacionado con la cultura Maorí ( los totem o estatuas de madera). Se veía muy rica la sopa de vegetales y el pan que preparo Caty. 😊 Saludos para los dos.
Como siempre Darío, gracias por ver los videos, por comentar y por seguirnos. Un abrazo grande!
Looks like an attempt to replicate the T Max at a lower price, rather than being a totally fake copy such as the toys with metal coloured plastic parts instead of the real thing.
Yes the build quality seems quite good and the performance is good too.
whow you saw a Canada goose and did not loose any fingers? lucky!
All fingers accounted for 😀 The black bear is a more serious threat though.
@@sinrumbo1 you obviously never walked by the river in Calgary when the geese are nesting.... Vicious beasts
Brave and resilient people living in such a magical and lonely place. Incredible. 
Thank you for your comment!
Hola Philippe, que lindo que hayan disfrutado de un día de camping con tu hijo y nieto, el lugar es simplemente maravilloso, me alegra que el primer camping de prueba haya funcionado todo bien. Un gran abrazo para vos y Catty.
Gracias Darío. Siempre lindo leer tus palabras y mantener la conexión. Espero que estés bien. Un abrazo!
Are the check in message still free if your out of your base country ?
Yes they are.
Thank you great
Thanks for wathcing and commenting!
Nice car camper
Thank you!
Looks great !! Awesome to see you back up and running and yes can't wait to see more of your adventures! Great rig! If you ever in idaho stop and say hello we live in the ketchum sun valley area plenty of adventures to be had cheers phillipe
Thank you for your nice comment, and for the offer!
Hola Philippe, felicitaciones!!! No hay nada para criticar, se ve muy funcional, aprovechando al máximo todos los espacios disponibles y dándole siempre un toque de distinción y pensando en todos los detalles. A disfrutarla, se lo merecen. Saludos a Catty, abrazo enorme Philippe.
Gracias Darío para comentar siempre. Un abrazo grande a vos!
Looks beautiful ,Great job Philippe,very impressive,proud of your work,now ready to Enjoy it!,👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you!!! We are enjoying and a video of our trip is coming.
whats name his tripod?
It's a Gitzo carbon fiber. It's a few years old now.
Camping From Argentina To the cold land here Desert landscapes before To mountains bears and deer Jutting blue white caps Forests deep and green Rain and squirrels on rooftop Natural beautiful scenes Grandkids running about Bikes on serpentine trails Family first outing Pride and love swells ( Cool, relaxing camping trip. Always fun to watch. The van of adventure done well. )
Thank so much!!!
Excellent work, functional and elegant in detail. 
Thank you very much!
What is the truth about encountering bears while hiking? Is it really a frequent risk? It's such a different fauna for us in the southern hemisphere..
It is a real concern for sure. We have been on the road for about 3 weeks in Western Canada during our current trip. We have seen 6 bears. So they are around. We have to remember that humans are the ones intruding on their territories. Not the other way around.
horrid editing and sound leveling
Sorry about that. I keep learning and hopefully improving.
The van looks amazing, Philippe!
Thank you!
Felicitaciones !!!!! simplemente genial, me encanta, se el tiempo y trabajo que te ha llevado terminarla , pero ahora es momento de empezar a disfrutarla, un gran abrazo para vos y para Catty. ❤❤ Estaré pendiente de los próximos videos sobre los lugares que vayan recorriendo. Mucha suerte.!!!!
Gracias amigo!!!
Beautiful and functional! 👏 Enjoy the trip. (I still miss the Ranger).
Thank you! The Ranger was something else, but so was the climate 😉
Hola Philippe, ufff que trabajito.... Pero todo impecable , felicidades!!!! A seguir. Un abrazo.
Gracias Darío. Ahora a disfrutar y a viajar, finalmente 😄Un abrazo grande!
Saludos cordiales desde Italia Florencia feliz martes que hermoso lugares son estos para hacer off-road y también yo tengo una camioneta Suzuki Jimny 4x4 con motor m13a gasolina de 1.3lt gasolina de el año 2001todo original que yo uso para salir y el campo y el monte por pistas rurales y forestales!
Gracias por comentar. Yo no hablo italiano pero mis abuelos eran del norte de Torino y mi esposa del Veneto. Me imagino que debe haber lugares muy hermos para andar en 4x4. Suerte!
Brother, great set-up. You are analytical in your approach. When you set sail I anticipate this unit could even survive sailing around the horn. I'm employing a few of your techniques to enhance my travel trailer for a few summer runs. Still watch your old stuff. Relaxing. Sail on.
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad you appreciate my work and that it inspires you. Enjoy your own trips.
Hola Philippe, cómo siempre todo impecable, no tengo mucho conocimiento del tema eléctrico pero es interesante seguir pasó a paso del armado de la Ford transit. Te mando un gran abrazo y saludos a Catty.👋👋
Gracias Darío por seguir nuestra aventura. Espero que estés bien. Buen fin de semana. Un abrazo grande!
very nice vitoria es brasil
Thank you!!!
Great video . . . Thanks for sharing Could you please send link or company details on who makes the Tronador fiberglass hardtop? TIA
Thank you for your comment. This hardtop is only available in Argentina as far as I know. Here is the link: www.tronador.com.ar
The slats lengthen slightly when weight causes the bow to flatten out. Most peope screw the slats down which causes issues. Your method of securing the slats accounts for this and also allows the whole thing to be removed quickly. Thats what i want to do, Thank you for the ideas.
I'm glad you like my solution. I'll see over time how well it works, but it should be fine.
Genial!! Philippe, genial!! El refrigerador y los gabinetes se ven muy prolijos y acordé al espacio del vehículo. Me gustó el toque sudamericano en las perillas. Te mando un abrazo grande y saludos!!
Gracias Darío por tu comentario. Me alegra que te gusta la camioneta. Un abrazo grande!
Been following for several years. Really enjoyed your small truck adventures. They always were well done. Nice job on the van. You definitely keep your mind active, not to mention your week being. Can't wait to view your future ventures.
Thank you. I can't wait to resume making travel videos.
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Nice to see your back, cant wait to see Canada....xx
Thank you! The first camping trip is in a week so travel video are coming back soon 😀
Hago entrevistas periodísticas pero me gusta que salga con Bookeh. Y quiero una AX11. Me la recomiendas o mejor la panasonic 4K?????
Hola. No he usado la Panasonic pero la Canon esta ideal para entrevista. Esta bastante simple de uso pero tiene opciones para conectar varios tipos de micrófonos. A mi me encanta.
From argentina otro suscriptor 🆗️🤝 LIBERTAD💪🏻
Gracias!!!
I'm just boosting your algorithm. :P
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Ignore my previous comment about electrical system on another video. You clearly know what you are doing, ha! Beautiful country you are in. Up here in the midwestern US, we dream of getting pictures of those mountains one day.
No problem. Thanks for watching my videos!
Looks good! Love the cap height. I think the weak point is using the inverter to convert DC power to AC. There's a lot of battery power lost in the conversion. You need a 12v fridge, and the laptop should already use DC through USB. The inverter is nice when you have shore power, but day to day it should be off, IMO. I want to do a similar setup in my 8ft bed Silverado but having a hard time finding a reasonably priced cap that's tall enough. I just got quoted almost $6K USD for an ARE MX series with a bedrug and headliner. Crazy times.
I went with a house fridge just because 12V fridges here in Argentina are hard to cmoe by and they are also very expensive. All imported electronics is very pricey. But your comment makes sense if you live in North America or Europe.