She Transformed A $1,900 Vintage RV Into A Gorgeous Tiny House On Wheels
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This is a very well though out BUILD. This young Lady has done well. Thank you 👍🚘
Thank you for watching!
Nice job.....I subbed your channel.
I would love your free lifestyle, enjoy!
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If you clean the fuse box or fuse holders maybe with a dreamed tool, (fuses under hood out front) your dash gauges and lights inside and possibly out will miraculously work. You may have to clean them once a year. You can use little dremmel sanding wheels and small grinders clean them of rust. Take fuses out one at a time, maybe.
You did a great job. Not sure if I could do as well. If you ever need to do u-joints. It's best to take the drive shaft off and take it ft o a shop. They do it reasonable and get the correct u-joints and balance shaft too.
I love her honesty! Most tiny home owners only show off their 'perfect' builds but she gives us her mistakes, problems with the van etc, it's so refreshing!
I love her resilience, her bravery, and her can do attitude. She is lovely.
I want to cry. The world is getting so messed up with high rents, homelessness, etc. Living in a RV has saved me and my roommate from that hardship. When l bought my ol Prowler, a 24' camper I told my roommate he would never be homeless again. It brought tears to both of us. He suffers from mental and physical illness and has been in an out of mental hospitals, jail, and living on the streets for over 20 years. This thing has been a God sent. I am so glad to see this sweet lady has found a way to survive with her pets, she deserves to have a place to lay her head down in peace. We all do, lot's of love from me to you. 💕
Love and hugs from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 hun..thinking of everyone around the world in this terrible time of need.
Just a note: if you cut round pieces of mesh rubber cupboard shelving lining you can put it in between your bowls & plates & it softens the sound tremendously. Just a thought 💕
This is an awesome build. I am a shade tree mechanic that has been wrenching on cars for 25 years and this woman figured out a lot of things in a very short time frame. You go girl 🤗👍
The cat is trying to show off their home too. It's like "this is the place I like to nap, and this is where I like to nap, and this is also where I like to nap".
❤🐈 Love this comment!
I thought she was a Beautiful Maine Coon cat! IMO.
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The cat is saying "This is MY motorhome......this lady who remodeled it is my slave"
This is the best comment ever!!!😂🤣
I love how she makes concessions for her cats. A woman after my own heart. ❤️
Me too get cosy with your cats.
Love this home!! & love that she was mindful of how to make it a comfortable space for her cats. Very down to earth energy 💗
HGTV needs to give this girl her own RV Renovation show. Great job on tackling a project like this on your own.
The real gem is her. Much respect for this girl making lemonade out of a lemon.
lol!
Woman, not girl.😉
@@avagates2039 Female
@@roostercogburn7243 let’s stop calling women females because it sounds incely thx
So many control freaks telling you what you can call a person.Better yet call everyone old woman.Just make everyone mad lol.Girl is ok to me.
I'd say, as you said One god ,"this girl" wasn't given a lemon,,I'd say she came upon a gem! (and then shined it to a diamond!)
Way to go. I'm obsessed with tiny homes. Your reno is by far, the most hands on and labor intensive I've seen from a solo person. Inspirational.
i’ve watched what feels like hundreds of rv tour renovations and i still keep coming back to this one. it’s absolutely perfect! i can’t imagine a better or more functional living space. if i could, i’d totally buy it from her in a heartbeat.
I’m a widow with a 20 year old son who is in college. I have truly found something I want to do and that is either a schoolie or tiny house. I know a few things about construction as my Dad can build a house from top to bottom and everything in between and my late husband was a roofer who could do basic construction. They both taught me a few things! Watching your tour was amazing! You did a wonderful job on your build. I hope to see more posts and vids from you soon! Just amazing!!! God Bless!
Christie Bolden - have you checked out the YT channel 'CheapRVLiving' ? It's about vehicle living in all its forms. There's a blog/forum as well. Wishing you happy travels!
Christie Bolden ..save yourself some heartache and stress..buy a good cheap travel trailer.. if you want to live in just a regular van it's not much money to fix it up..what I am saying is that the real tiny house thing is a big rip off..
Nonya Bizness ..let me ride with you..we will split everything down the middle..
Christie Bolden I hear ya I wanna build a tiny home asap
Christie Bolden Good luck on your journey
I love this woman because of her practical side and chill personality. She also has a great sense of design
I really love how much you love your cats and make sure they are always comfortable!
The most realistic van tour I’ve seen in a long time. Well done. Thank you.
$1900 for 54,000 original miles? DAMN, girl, you got a DEAL!
Most rv,s have low mlg and quit around 80 thou .
RVs like that are very high maintenance and the drivetrain can't handle the weight.
@@djkenny1202 most RVs have Cummins engines which are rated for million plus miles. They are built like semi trucks
I think her RV was in a flood tho.
I would rather have a very high mileage one that an RV thst been sitting drying up seals in engine and especially transmission
I'm obsessed with alternative living and she's done a wonderful job.
She’s amazing!!! I admire her and this build is perfect!!! I can just imagine lounging in that bed with my kitties around me!!! With the window and the beautiful scenery!!! Just awesome!!! I have 4 kids now but maybe one day!!!
Nico💖
Wow, you did a great job fixing up Mander. You are really courageous getting out there with just yourself and your cats. What an inspiration. True example of living large while living tiny.
When I started researching van/RV living, I knew a van wasn't going to work full time. I've owned minivans for nearly 30 years, traveled and camped extensively, but those were just point to point trips. And so c class RVs looked like the best fit for me, my dog, my cat and my stuff. And then my bubble was burst at the cost. THEN I saw this video, and it was the first time I saw an extensive remodel on an affordable "vintage" (really nice word for old) RV. It is gorgeous, the process was fascinating, and I also believe I can do it. So I'm saving up for the remodel cost, and plan to start seriously craigslisting in the spring. Thanks so much for sharing!
when my travel trailer leaked, I took the opportunity to replace the floor and change up the layout. I didn't know how to fix the leak and found it was leaking from several areas, basically needed new roof. All the work I did on the floor was pointless if there is still leak and rotting roof with mold smell. Ended up selling it uncompleted for 800 bucks. Insurance estimated it at 6500 but since I had started reparing it before contacting them they didn't cover it. Thanks a lot USAA.
Experience taught me that constantly changing fuel filters meant my gas tanks were rusting. I had them cleaned and sprayed inside.... Haven't needed a new filter since, four years.
Ethanol is the cause, it attracts moisture.
Great thinking! Not to many people who are not mechanics would think to check the insides of the gas tank.
All vehicles still require changing filters. If only moderately clogged or bogged down with water makes less flow, pump works harder and mileage goes down. If cold, may even freeze up, making very hard to start. So it is still a good idea, to change periodically. Not good for engine, to wait until it won't run.
I cut the fuel pickup tube off 3/4 inch , threw the sock away and never changed a fuel filter again ( 67 LTD 390Ci).
I came to see your home, but fell in love with your cat; absolutely adorable. God bless.
What a sweet looking set-up for sure! I love that the Kitty's each have their own private space. I laughed when she called it a panic room! LoL
This woman is great. So relatable and honest. She makes me feel like I can actually do this.
Of course you can!!
Exactly how she made me feel too. Love it!
Real talk tho 😆
Same here.
I agree. She admitted that he hardly showers and cleans her “dirty bits.’’ I love those lights in her bedroom and bathroom.
This is so cool. I don't know why, but I've been drawn to these videos lately, of converted buses/RVs. It's so fun to imagine what it might be like to actually live in a place like that.
Loved how she said she didn't know anything about Rvs but made it happen. Going to see one today 👍🏼
It's always a good thing to see young people working toward what the really want. This woman knew what she wanted and set out to fulfill her need to wander. I am impressed with her thrift and ingenuity. Great results 👍.
Women like you should mentor young girls! Your amazing!
She should have a class for older women too. Everyone would benefit from her experience.
My grandfather Mike Slater was the founder and owner of commander motor home company. Even Some of my family worked on the assembly of these. Mom aunts and uncles.
Sweet rig, safe travels!!
That's awesome
RIP Grandpa! Bet he's looking down, all pleased!
Wow! You must have taken extreme pleasure in watching this! TFS👍😁
It's old, it's used, nobody wants it. "P E R F E C T !" Excellent video.
Love her positive 'I can figure it out' attitude!
Well thought out and beautiful rig, gorgeous owner. Bonus points for cool cat quarters.
She is so clever. What a adventurous spirit
This chick inspires me so much. She's so knowledgable and made a really beautiful and well thought out rv. I bought a fixer upper rv for 800 bucks that I've been working on and constantly feeling uninspired about, but this gives me tons of ideas. Great job!!!
Nico❣️
She has the right idea, I want to get a scooter as well for my bus build
Having the scooter on the back is definitely the way forward.
She did that👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 I am so impressed. For her to have not done anything like this before. She's got me so pumped I'm ready to build a tiny house....... Or something💜
...i may be able to build up enough confidence to build a doll house 🤔
@@ah-ss7he 🤣
@ah Baby steps. A doll house today, a rig tomorrow. ha ha ha
@@Patty5825 😂 right
Girl me too!!
There is no life without cats and comfort is paramount. Well done.
I’m so jealous! I’ve been wanting to go this route for a few years now. I restored a 77 westfallia vw when I was a bit younger. Really look forward to doing this. Yours is really nice! Thank you for sharing.
Man, for having no experience before, she has done wonders. Respect!
This has to be one of my absolute favorite tiny home/RV videos! To see how much you accomplished with little previous experience is both inspirational and a great reminder that sometimes life is about deciding what you want to do and trusting that you are capable of making it happen. How I wish I had found your level of confidence at that age! Thank you for sharing your project. I just loved hearing about all of the skills that you learned, and seeing how well all of your hard work paid off!
On separate note, have you considered embracing your creative solution to the hardware holes in your upper cabinets and painting the wood pieces in your aqua accent color? Highlighting them might even add to the fun vintage atmosphere that you've created. Wishing you, Mander, and the kitties all of the best on your adventures! 💚
This was so warm. Thank you.
You & Mander are beautiful duo! You both are resilient & very unique. This is what I love to watch people finding treasures & bringing it back to life. It’s their heart sweats & tears poured into a project
A friend is looking for a mini schoolie bus or shuttle bus to convert, live in, and travel in. Now I find myself drawn to these videos.
This lady has done well
Sweet, articulate, beautiful and stubborn, she’s a keeper but will she want to be. I hope she remains safe, secure and lives to have a wonderful memorable life wherever she chooses to live, grounded or on wheels.
We are capable of so much more than we give ourselves credit for. Amen sister.
You are so right!
It is almost like men and woman are ment to be together ;)
True that!
She's pretty and seems appealing oozing sex appeal hahaha
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She is just lovely. Her attitude, determination, perseverance are commendable. Want to do this myself. I'm 40 so I guess I should hurry, lol. Trying to figure out the best way to support myself on the road. Got to have money.
A smart, resourceful and independent strong lady! Bravo.
You did an excellent job of rebuilding Mander! I was really impressed with your great ideas. Its amazing what we are capable of if we take the plunge. We also live full time in an RV and Id like to share a tip. My best tip is to use Museum Gel, it only takes a penny sized piece to affix things to your counters. You pinch out a little ball and roll it in your fingers it then sticks and slowly spreads under whatever you want on your counters. I even use it for small houseplants, baskets and pump bottles. When you want to move it you just pull up the object and roll your fingers on the gel and it rolls right off leaving no damage. We travel with things on our counters without fear of them falling. Museum Gel is available on Amazon and a single jar lasts for a long time and many uses. I hope this tip helps someone out. Another tip is to cut pieces of cardboard and place them between noisy dishes to quiet them on the road. Cheryl
Cheryl Ownbey - Thank you so much for the tips Cheryl! I purchased an ambulance van and am in the process of fixing it up!
Cheryl, Excellent tip. I too have used it in my shadow boxes. A tip for the those on the road, that are unable to get the museum gel, the RV repair places, as well as home center stores, will always have that door sealing putty on a role, like rolls of tape come. Try it out, it works well, has dual purpose and is easy on the pocketbook.
That's a great idea, thanks for the tip!
Excellent tips. I had never heard of Museum Gel before. Now, I know! And when she mentioned the noise of clattering dishes, I too thought, Wrap them in something. Your cardboard tip probably more time efficient, and accomplish same anticlatter objective.
That was fantastic. What a lovely, articulate young woman.
I like her attitude. That project wasn’t easy by any means. Very inspirational.
Wow. Amazing. I wouldn’t even know where to start. It’s so cool that you figured things out. I love it!!
my attention span is usually 10 mins ... where did that half hour go ... Great vid, cool bus mega interview..
I love how she was just sitting on the toilet giving us the explanation of that entire area. Felt relatable. Lol
dulce bautista RIIIIGHT?!! 😂👊😂
I really love your attitude and stubbornness. Getting into van travelling myself at the moment, and knowing someone started from scratch and made it through it all is great. Hopefully I can meet someone like you on the road to share troubles with as well! :D
I'm so proud of you for jumping in with no previous experience and learning along the way. I did the same with my house renos and after living here for 12 years I'm looking forward to getting on the road fulltime. Watching videos like yours gives me the confidence I can do that too!
I wish this movement had been around when I was younger. Great job and keep us posted...you have a wonderful heart and mind and are a lovely young lady. 🤗🤗🤗
It was:
70’s VW Westfalia Camper Van.
I love your space. Mander...I like that name. Be safe baby doll and great living. Nothing better than Freedom.
How do you get your scooter off and on the rack?
I liked this video when it first came out. For some reason today the algorithm has brought up the most depressing stuff into my CZcams. I was so glad when this showed up ,this woman has really taken a situation and made the best of it in every way. So glad to see this today! Wish I could give this two likes.
She is absolutely amazing. You father must be very proud of you. Well done young lady.
The cat was extremely CUTE. I wanted to give him a hug! 😋
@Fool OnTheHiLL simp🤧
The cats clearly appreciate the large moving house that you have made for them.
BRAVE GIRL..!!! Wonderful job..!! Here's hoping and wishing you and the kitties great memories together..!!
Her RV reminds me a great deal of my father's 1972 Winnebago, Chieftain. It was a great ole RV, but you needed loudspeakers just to have a conversation when you were cruising!
lil tiny home/camper tip: round the corners on any tables or work-surfaces that intrude into, or are near your walk ways, your thighs will thank me.
You are to be commended for doing such a fantastic job, creating a lovely home for you and your kitties.
Smart, resourceful, industrious, sense of humour, gorgeous.........a deadly combination.....:)
Finally! An actual reno that I can relate to, that doesn't already start with a new, fairly ideal rv.
Really great job! Its very functional and how fun to travel in a house you built for really cheap and still have that vintage charm!
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Great personality and character, the RV as well as the lady. I tip my hat to you my dear, you’re an inspiration 👍👍👍
I really enjoyed this woman and her spirit. She made me want to buy an old RV and hit the road...
this is such a cool build.nice to see the vintage stuff still being used and appreciated.
I've got to hand it to this young lady. I love her just-do-it attitude, and she has an incredible ability to problem solve and come up with some very creative solutions. And, what a great job she did on converting/improving this motor home! Great segment - thanks for sharing.
I wld be a nervous wreck trying to problem solve
Very inspiring!! You've done an outstanding job young lady... Be safe out there!
Super awesome job-Thanks for sharing the work-arounds and obstacles you ran into transforming Mander into a home for you and the kitties.
She seems really cool, I love her vibe. Best Wishes and Good Luck with everything
Here is a video they uploaded just last month. Thought maybe you'd be interested in a follow up. So it's been about two and a half years since this video:
czcams.com/video/jZbWfEndo_Q/video.html
Love it! Very inspiring to see a fellow woman with no prior experience in carpentry or electrical work just jump into a project like this. You did a wonderful job and tip of my hat to you for having pets in your space as well!
Pets make any place you live into a HOME!
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SO True that we never know what we are capable of until we try IT...LooKs Like Your doing IT! Good job!
I would not have the fortitude, nor do I have the mechanical knowledge, to take on such a huge task of renovating and maintaining a 40+yo vehicle so kudos to her! She has made it into a really nice home. I've always loved the wrap-around windows in the rear of many older RVs. I assume it's for energy efficiency that most manufacturers have, sadly, eliminated them. I love cats but the litter box right next to the table would be an issue for me but if it works for her, so be it. The bathroom expansion is an amazing achievement! Good tour, thanks for sharing!
She's awesome! She definitely knows WHO she is!
I grew up in this exact model with my family in southern and Northern California in the late 70s-80s I know this floor plan like the back of my hand and use to sit in that shag carpet area between the captain chairs between my hippie parents passing the doobies back and forth lol 😂 ! Brought so many beautiful memories back . What an amazing job you did updating it ! Love it so much , this is my dream !!!
Pass the Dobbie !!! I rember these RVs in the 70 s too . We put a small TV in it
Great parenting...getting your kid stoned. Guess they were running from CPS.
@Chad Conley - Hippies don't believe in Heaven and hell. But no matter what, you shouldn't be giving drugs to your kids. Keep your filthy habit to yourselves. If they want to smoke it when thy grow up, let them make the choice as an adult to be a burnout. Giving your kid a potent drug like THC is child abuse. I bet no one would be bragging if mom and pops shared a tobacco smoke with their kids...whole different story there, right? People who are so brainwashed they think marijuana is actually good for them outside a clinical setting are morons who piss me off.
@@FrankiesFancy Hahahaha!
FrankiesFancy , You obviously didn’t read what was written. She never said she was giving it she said they passed it back-and-forth. Perhaps you’ve been drinking too much inebriating libations? Just commenting and asking nothing negative here.
Young lady, fantastic build and great repurposing of materials. Give yourself some credit, you have done wonders with an OLD RV. You have probably added another 15 to 20 years to its life.You know you have done well, You have a great spirit, and you are free. I look forward to watching your channel and watching your grow.
The pioneering spirit of old America is still alive.
All your sacrifices paid off. Commander looks super great. Your cats are beautiful. May your journeys be safe and productive.
This is a fantastic build! She had a great vision of the layout of "Mander". (Love the nickname) She could give RV manufacturers tips on design and layout. Her bathroom is brilliant. Thank you for sharing this Chris. It looks like over a 100K other people have enjoyed this video.
You're amazing! I wish I could have found a woman like you 50 years ago. May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face.
Me too.
jimbooth3 That was sweet 👍
This deserves way more likes 💖
My the bartender always offer up a fresh pint before the current one is empty.
Are you sure it's really a female?
Good for you for fixing the fridge! You’ve given me confidence that I can do the renovation by myself. Really nice job. Also, you may like to know that Mandir in Sanskrit means a sacred space. An Indian temple is a Mandir. Many happy travels!
Here is a video they uploaded just last month. Thought maybe you'd be interested in a follow up. 🤷🏼♂️ So it's been about two and a half years since this video:
czcams.com/video/jZbWfEndo_Q/video.html
Thomas Kelly Kind of you! Thanks!
You're quite welcome @@SpiritHawk! Enjoy!
hi , Leroy here , I am totally impressed with your honestly ,you didn't try to hide issues you had with your rebuild house on wheel ..and to do most of the work yourself and work with what you had ….I call it girl power ...there,s a saying , go,s like this ...you cant make a silk purse out of a sows ear ..well you ve proved that you can ...ps love your house on wheels ...your number one fan .
Kitty cat looks happy and cozy😊
LEAD BELLY depends on the cat. I have one who is terrified of the outdoors and another that is constantly running out the back door. These cats look very content, and for all you know, she could be letting them out from time to time
This is my favourite “tiny home” I’ve very seen. Has everything you could need and done so well
It was almost free too... #womensmovemrnt #fuckmen #gayandproud
Any gal that's got a short wave radio sitting on their table is all right with me! I like your cat too! You've done a great job!!
This is a WHOLE apartment. Some folks in NYC don't have this much space. The ONLY thing that stops me from living this life is I LOVE BATHS. You don't really how much we use or waste until you see people living on much, much, much less. I couldn't take baths sparingly. But love, love, love her build. Very well thought out
Jessy, you are creative, resourceful, strong and adventurous! Thank you for taking us through your RV home journey! Great view!
Rose, from Minnesota :)
What an inspiration she is! I love what she has done with her RV! I admire her creativity .... from the clever use of the dishwasher holder to the lovely macrame/ crochet items .... just really well done! Thanks for sharing with us 😊
I love watching these home on wheels type video's it gives me the hope, that some day I might venture out & do this myself. No family to support me in this situation, so we will see.
I love the conversion of moving the toilet and storage wall etc, great job!!!
Wow: you have courage, and I am admiring your spirit! Young folks are so awesome these days, and you are quite awesome. Thanks for sharing!!!
I wonder how much she spent in renovations. I love how she took an older model and made it modern and homey.
She is a brave young lady to drive a big bus and enjoy her travellings