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Love how real and authentic you are! Be proud of what you've accomplished. Most of us are all still here on our couches wishing we were doing what you already are! Enjoy living in FREEDOM! All the best to you.
Thank you so much! I appreciate you saying that 🥰
Not many women like you these days!! Besides beautiful which is a bonus but your awesome and creative and down to earth 🌎 😀 I don't think I could do what you have with your amazing Wheel Estate! It's yours and you built it!! That's something truly special.
Love your honesty and sense of humor!!
Am a fan of Brandons.. you did well with the trip with Brandon! Your doggy is so cute❤
You listed all the reasons that your build makes sense. Ultimately, YOU'RE HAPPY WITH IT. If you can live with it, you can LIVE with it. And, as you well know--as ALL nomads know--you can change anything you want any time you're ready to. I teach scuba diving out of our 6x10 cargo trailer, but we've slowly retrofitted it for off-grid. So far, we're quite happy with it. Is it ideal? Nope. But as long as I'm still teaching classes, it has to meet two purposes. Which it does. So, your van meets your must-haves and "happy accidents" give it the flavor. Well done.
Thank you for saying that! There’s just so many luxuries 5-star looking vans out there that intimidate me sometimes, but to your point… mine has flavor ;)
@@SarahShamblin Betty Bear's Nomadic Travels demonstrates how really unique someone can approach a conversion. She has quite a few touches that just set her trailer apart.
What a cosy nook for a super chill girl & doggo.
I love it when someone borrows begs and buys tools they have never used before and build a conversion van. Huge respect. I have lived with a saw and drill my hand and am still nervous about my build. Happy travels
Same!!!😂
Thank you ☺️
You did a great job building out your van, Sarah! you shouls be very proud, pat yourself on the back! :)
I enjoyed your tour, really great. I don't think I can even build a van even close to yours. You've personalized it very well just to fit your needs. Love watching your van life vlogs, you cool too.
I love how sincere you are and real.
just found your channel and Love your can do attitude and your van your dog is aces and your a peach can't wait to see your entire series
I appreciate that, thank you 🥰
I love how authentic you are. Great job Sarah ❤
Thank you 🥰
Your subs are growing. Love the content. You have a cool style. Its probably your laid back personality.
Thanks for the tour, Sarah. That was fun.
Btw, when Brandon stays with you in your van for a week, he'll help you fix all your minor problemss i.e. drawer, etc, he's pretty good with that kinda stuff. ok, fine I watched the video already. :P
Just love this Sarah, from a fellow van lifer in UK. Now all subscribed and looking forward to your next video 👍🏻 xxx
Welcome new friend 🥰
You made me smile. You’re the real deal.
The best part about the van...you built it yourself 👍.
Side note...if you find yourself in need of a personal assistant to manage those wardrobe malfunctions (IG post...lol), I got ya. Additional skills include carpentry, cooking, video, editing, dog parent and a few others. Heck, I might even do windows if ya ask me nicely. 😂
Looking forward to the next adventure.
Thanks for taking us through the van, you have done an amazing job and have learned a ton on the journey. Keep on top of the maintenance as the little things become big things when left. Love your natural style and confidence, keep up the great work, your channel continues to go from strength to strength.
My girlfriend and I are going to binge watch to add to your views and comments. keep up the great work and dream big adventures always.🇺🇸🦅
You look so happy like you're in a really good place full of joy and happiness good for you
Awee thank you 😇
I’m so glad you keep it real. I appreciate this so much
Love the tour! 💙 you did a great job with the build Sarah!
Love your Bitchin mug and the tiniest of mirrors. And your "I May have made a Mistake" expression is so cute and honest. 😁💟
Hahah thanks
You really did a good job and should feel proud of yourself 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Also just think later down the road or if you get another vehicle you can always improve from the original design. As do a lot of people especially when they lived the lifestyle for a long period of time. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
This has to be the Best van tour ever. So honest! lol:: new sub :)
Ayye welcome!
Hey Sarah ! Be careful to not let Toby overheat! We part-time with our two dogs, our shuttle bus is white, and it heats up quick sometimes !
I’m definitely wildly self-conscious of Tobi overheating in the van!
Hey, nice to see you posting. I caught a few when you were building. Great job ! Very ambitous and the van came out awesome.
I think Schimitup is a miss spelling. It is SchuttphucUp. 😁 Just saying.
I've watched so many of these vid for so long. Including a poo load of sailing channels.
So many doers have those kind of toilets, even full showers and don't use them for the same reason.
The counter came out very good. Alot of wood working benches have that type of recess in the rear. Fist time ever I saw in a van. Excellent idea !!
Thanks for sharing.
Now I remember. Using a jig saw to rip boards. You struggled some with the electrical system.
Framing you thought sucked. But it all came out so well.
I think your style is more of van camping not living in a tiny apartment with wheels. And that is to be admired.
Wow that was fantastic you did a great job it's all good isn't it 🙋
I really love your honesty in this video about your van 🚐 life even if bed is not made love it 🥰 love you and your beautiful puppy 🐶 love your number one Aussie family friend John ❤❤please stay safe and healthy too
Always a Pleasure Keep It Going Sarah ❤❤☮☮✅✅
Awesome van tour! Love it because it works for you
New sub from Brandon’s channel. Love that you built this van on your own. That’s amazing! You did a wonderful job explaining everything/ cost. Appreciate your energy and good vibes. Enjoy Bali! I was in S East Asia in my 20’s for three months. It’s a magical place!
Thank you, thank you!!! I’m happy to have you here ☺️
LET'S GOOOOO SARAH!!!!!
What a great tour. I would be proud if I did all you did too. So many decisions and options, but you did it. This is my first video of your I have seen and you have a great energy. I’m subscribed now and look forward to more great videos.
Thank you, I appreciate that 🥰
I would so love to do this myself... If i were single. Love the tour. I love seeing how everyone sets up their space for their needs. Take care!
Wheel Estate at it's finest!! We rarely see gorgeous women doing this lifestyle but it's nice to see this. Great personality 👌 your channel will grow quickly!!' Just stay safe!! I worry for any single woman out there. Take Care and Stay Safe!
Thank you!!
Nice job! You fit a lot into that floor plan
Your smart and did a great job ❤
I like your can build, it’s simple and sweet! 😊
Great build!
Love the van tour. Found you from Brandon's vlogs. You two were hilarious. One thing you might want to look into getting. Amazon has these $99 small energy efficient wireless camera systems that you can install above the rear and door side of your van. They have a small 7" LCD screen that you can monitor them with. the screen also can show temperature and time. Some even have a DVR and wifi connectivity so you can connect to it directly via your phone and even record while you are away. the cameras are tiny and have IR night vision.
Brandon is great! Thanks for the suggestion, I’ll look into it!
If you use "gas struts" on those top cabinets, you won't need to use your head to hold it up. Ask your friend, Jarrold Tucci, he knows all about them. Kyle or Brandon probably knows too. Nakita maybe, maybe not, she got most of her van build help from kyle. (you didn't hear that from me).You heard it from Tobi. :)
Great video, just enough editing to make it flow, but still feel genuine. I just got back from a week in a camper, and really loved the de-plugging aspect and the life. It seriously has me considering taking the leap. The main issue I have is that I am quite active and focused on my recovery & fitness, and my Whoop gave pretty bad recovery & HRV scores for my sleep. I am simply not able to get high quality sleep in the environment due to the temperature & size of the bed. That is my biggest draw back from wanting to do the van life.
Your living the dream! I love the build!!
You should be proud of yourself! Nice work.
Thank you, I appreciate that 🥰
im so impressed by your build. wow!!
Thank you 🥰
Nice build. You could always put up security cams instead of the windows also.
Enjoy the journey epic van
Great video! First video from you that I saw. Subscribed.
Just found you. Pure chaos and I love it!!!
Hahaha welcome 😜
You van looks very awesome
I LOVE ur van, U did a great job, Very practical!!! 😍😍
Thanks, love 🥰
Love la love all miss Sara and Toby toes.. you rockin in the free world ❤❤
nice build 👍
Very nice of you to give a detailed tour including the prices, helps me budget.
Thanks a lot, looks nice.
Happy trails, take care be safe Allah bless you.
My pupils are dilating at the mere thought of organizing your van 😍
ORGANIZE MY VAN!
O..o lmao
Thanks for the honest insights and tour. I'll try out the chop sticks to save on doing the dishes.
Do it! It’s so much easier to manage
My van has a hitch on it and my yellow lab (Toby as well lol) Gets clipped to it. Easy upgrade and as a bonus harbor freight sells a hitch rack for $44. Great for bulk wood or other gear you don’t want in the van.
The drain..that’s the word! Haha, you are wiring sinks, lights and switches..no ez task. Too funny how the brain farts when we are tired.
Hi Sarah, van amazing compact. Electrical wise you’re right in keeping it simple and not totally relying on solar.
Something we don’t hear in the uk.
Don’t think we can get starlink here but again ideal for vanlife.
Hopefully I will be doing my own van build this year tour France and Spain. Mainly doing drone footage on my channel.
Haven’t had chance to look through all your videos but will do.
I no in the uk they are all turning to on board mobile eco flow storage systems,
Good luck with your adventures stay safe 👍
I have two 100 watt panels on my van and they run everything I could need but the ac. I do not like hooking up to shore power unless my batteries are over drained ( extremely rare).
You are the cutest! I think I’m in love 🥰
Hello princess i am new to the channel but i am still working cleaning my trucks & my yard getting rid of the rubbish i have just washed all the trucks as well x
very engaging material. I like.
I think I'm in love 😍
This van is real vanlife not so over decorated. Just a place to live with all the essentials on it. That's all that matters.
Be honest, the tie down is not for Toby, it's for "Sarah" so she doesn't get lost when she walks Toby, right? One end goes on the ring and the other end goes around your ankle so you never get lost and you never have to worry about a gps signal to find your way back to your van. Old school way to find your way back, just follow the rope. lol
😂😂😂😂😂😂 shhhhhh it’s a secret
@@SarahShamblin Sorry to Out you on youtube like that, buddy ole' pal. :)Now remember if your friends cut that rope and drive away, they are not your real friends. :)
@@SarahShamblin Especially that "Kyle", he seems like a "Shady" character to me. Alway uo to no good. Looking at you with those no no eyes. Sorry just speaking from a dad's point of view and I have daughters so no guy is good enough. Sorry, Kyle, nothing personal, dude. lol
@@lukekao8136 hahahah hey now! I’m the protector of the group. Very well trusted 🤣
Looking forward to your videos with Brandon Gross.
Coming up this Wednesday and Sunday!!
I watched you build it from the beginning.I noticed stuff I never noticed before.Vans are still up there in price, in Montana anyway.I've saved my first thousand towards one.Great video.
Thanks for watching from the beginning! I can’t express how much that means to me 😆 and congrats on the first k!!
i lov that sweater
Thank you! 🥰
This video rivals Uncut Gems.
It's pretty amazing.
Where's the switch to dump the grey/black water tank? *innocent look* looks at that switch and thinks about flipping it and telling you to floor it, Sarah. :)
Oh and here's aye gift 🎁 from me to you, use it wisely much loves to you hun 😘 here in New Zealand 🇳🇿 ❤️ and godbless🙏🙌🤗
Here from Brandon’s channel. Thought it’d be interesting to get the REAL story of your adventures 😂
Hahah yes, catch my side of things! My first video of us will be next Sunday
You could try using your puffy clothes as pillow stuffing to save some more space.
Hi sarah❤❤❤
I Love your kitchen you're not wrong at all about the 3D backsplash definitely not cheap about mine on Amazon days but then I found myself running out or having too much but the guy sold me my Van was a real piece of work so to speak. My van was leaking there were leaks beneath the solar panels I had to remove it all I had to repair the steel on the roof this was talking about being well all puns intended way over my head. So no flash forward a year and change and I'm finally getting to the interior but I have a tiny tiny problem it's a small interior because I'm dealing with a Ford Eco line E350. So everything has to be low to the ground I love that little device you got for $10 but I'm having trouble locating the link on your page.
I made sure i'd followed you though but I would like to know more about the electoral section you just pointed to intend of crowd I understand some of these projects are very difficult you should look at some of my vans stuff I have a built-in wall air conditioner they had to redo because we guys soul to some music complete con artist but live and learn you know. Anyway I appreciate any and all help I'm trying to get this thing on the road and she is a beauty show me has a 139000 miles on it and that's not bad for a 1992. I just thought I was gonna be able to get her on the road right away and well a lot of bad things happen like my dog died for example so yes I was designing it for dog now I'm not so now there's carpet in there that kind of a thing. But I really like your channel so I appreciate any and all advice that you can offer I know my channel doesn't have a lot of downlife stuff I'm kind of all over the place you're posting random things but it does have someone if you look at my leaky van repairs and stuff you'll see the problems that I've faced and put up against in yourrow eyes maybe some ideas or creative perspectives of where I can put my kitchen?
CZcams vanlifers have amazing designs and very cool, clean and crisp looking vans, but yours as is mine, are rustic, diy and personable, and I think so much better for it ;) but hey I am biased. Nice job on tha van!
I was just watching tour video again, since you have a butane cooker, it would be safer for you to get a cabon monoxide detector and leave it down low, safety first. :)
Have you looked for a switch at the base of your water pump? Some have a slider with a "F' and "S" label, for obvious reason.
Thumbs up for Sarah. Nice video. I love Toby. Even though I could never be a friend being a U-tuber 😆. It does not bother me. Keep up the good work and stay safe.
You can’t get rid of inverter you will need the inverter to plug in the cooker you love as well as computer and water boiler. Without it you can’t use normal 120v plug ins
I would replace with with a normal inverted instead of having the inverter charger
Sarah, when you were showing your shoes, I saw your flip flop, you know the one you said you "lost in another video (maybe)???
You are perfection ❤
That's a great van for your solo female vanlife! Nice job on it!
Hi Sarah it's Tony how you doing I'm praying that things have been good for you and it was nice to see Toby in the video cuz after all I am an animal lover of course I'm looking forward to seeing you next video so sweetie take care of yourself and that good old dog have a good night and pleasant dreams
Thanks, Tony!
Admit it, the "d ring ring tie down" is for Sarah" a low tech way for you not to get lost when you walk Tobbi. One end around the D ring, the othe end around Sarah's ankle's ankle. That slide out butcher block just needs one screw on the left back which Brandon will put in when he stays with you for a week later on in life. Shhh. Brandon is also going to fix your swivel passenger seast. He secretly likes you. Oooops you didn't hear that from me.
You’re very pretty 💐
Found you this morning 😂
Hello new friend 🫶
I'm graciously Like what you are doing Sarah you are a fabulous Girl Opps woman LOL. I know you have gone to Denver and I am leaving Littleton/ Denver in July and Going I'am heading to the San Juan River and Then To My home Town Durango Colorado Man You Need To See Durango And You Need To Take The Train TO SilvertonWow! What A Sight to See But also should hit Purgatory Ski Resort And Take The Slide Swhooossssh Fun Fun. If You about there All Have ever Been there you all should know what I am talking About. Bye Sarah Be Safe And Cool S You always Are . ❤❤
Nice build, you done it!
Building my own... Same platform. 🎉
I can’t wait to see your side of this roommate adventure with Brandon😂 your guys lil goofy bickering is fun. But did you cry?☹️ Did Toby need to knock some sense into everyone? Next on vanlife journeys with semi forced Brandon & Sarah.
I’ll be posting my first video this Wednesday! And and again on Sunday :)
I just found you, and just subscribed 🌹
Welcome, friend!!
Where's the switch to release the "grey water" (easy peasy, lemon squezy) Shrug *innocent look
You are absolutely gorgeous.
An install a hook in back for Toby
As a guy who isnt handy i think this is impressive. Did you do the electrical too? Surely you had some professional help for that.
All the electrical I did by myself! I have a few CZcams videos about it as well
@@SarahShamblin dang... I remember volts/amps/ohms and series/parallel from physics class but I still don't know if I'd mess around with that myself. Very high praise on getting that done.
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What is it with girls and shoes I have to pair.