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#vanlife / Travel vlog 733 | Steamboat Springs, Colorado | Filmed September 2020
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It seems like quite a few people want us to be upset with the couple who sold us the van. Sure, we would rather not have to deal with these issues, but we are grateful that we didn’t have to build it from scratch ourselves, and we are still happy with our purchase. The people who sold us the van told us they have been getting angry messages. This is completely unnecessary. Please feel free to express your opinions here in the comments...We appreciate you watching out for us, but we ask that you please do not contact the original owners on our behalf.
I was wondering if you were kind of mad at them but going over to them and sending them angry messages is a bit tooooo far!
I was thinking that maybe not show that part of the video.
That's crazy! Clearly, the people sending those mean messages haven't seen any van lifers before because stuff like his happens all the time to people in THEIR OWN vans! You didn't buy a professionally made van, idk why some people don't get that. Eamon and Bec once had to replace their ENTIRE engine! Wild.
I think you saved 4 lives by buying the van. They didn't know, and you two fixed it! Well done!
@Dave Bones The original owners of the van have a youtube channel that Kara and Nate featured.
you should also consider upgrading your alternator to 250 amps so you never have any problems again.........it will add a ton of resale value......
You are so lucky that your bed didn't go up in flames with y'all sleeping in it
The main power wire fuse block upgrade will change everything........your hot water works, your fridge will work better all because you never had enough power to run everything before....... nothing magical about it.......
How much all the cost to repair your van in that Rick friend place ???
I think whoever you bought the van from was trying to kill you.
what is that lap desk thing?
Oh my gosh y’all are who i want to be! 💕 love y’all’s videos!
That beeping was carbon monoxide alarm 10:42 you can see it in the background on The cupboard 12:19
I’m glad you guys are still happy with your purchase but from how much y’all spent on it you could of made your own van with everything you guys wanted and not had tons of issues. Also the people that sold you the van do not deserve hate but they should of let you know if there was any major issues with it.
What transmission is in this Sprinter? Manual or automatic?
I think you would look better with a beard !
That’s vanagon is so sick!!
too bad you don't show what was wrong with the electricity in detail. that was exactly i was watching for. But it seems that you used way too big fuses?
What kind of heater is it. I'm aware of diesel and gas heaters that are very inexpensive and come from china, and the non-china heaters are around $800. Then I saw a video about a propane heater that is amazing, also $800 but so worth it and better than any of the other heaters. Now that I think of it, I think the one you got is electric. Please clarify, thank you.
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Excellent decision in getting professionals for the installs/upgrades. Some things are worth the cost to save you the massive amount of time it would take to do it yourself (speaking from experience with diy home renovations), and to not worry about the safety possibilities. Also, laughed so hard at Kara's "I want to smell it!" And the throwback clip to the fireball. Nate's face gets me every time
“Oh you really stuck your nose in there” 😂😂 couldn’t stop laughing
The propane tank issue was scary. Glad you guys got that sorted out.
Me taking bio ITS THE LACTIC ACIDDDDD IT BURNSSSS
Omg he's the image of Ronaldo 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Y'all should come to Tennessee when you get the chance!
Nate, where's your green hoodie from?? Super cool.
The fact that he could talk while running is very impressive.
I guess I’m too late for the van giveaway. I desperately need something like this so I can go visit my relatives and I haven’t seen them forever without imposing on them because they really don’t want me anyway and I’m about to be homeless again in January after six years of having an apartment I would just love to do this would be so cool. And how bad could it be for one person
Wow! That was some serious problem with your van. All the more reason to have critical systems professionally installed. Yikes!
CNworld should ban this channel...just two bunch of idiots don't know jack shit about safety...hope one of them gets hurt....just to show their stupidity and there's people out there are stupid enough to learn from these guys
I love those two guys!!!! Now you guys are so much safer
That is all so awesome! Now you just need an AC for when you travel down South! Come to Florida! There are a lot of hidden beauties here/there!
I almost cried laughing at yall cleaning out the composting toliet! Hilarious!!!
11:12
Really like Nate face covering. Anyone know where to get one?
lmao how do i always manage to be eating something whenever you guys show yourself cleaning the toilet bowl or emptying the compost or something else gross?
I was really sad to see that you guys barely even took a glance at Steamboat. That's my hometown and it's definitely one of the best places in colorado. Not going to lie but I think it has Leadville beat. Just saying. You guys missed out big time. Also, Nate, if you like skiing then come back to Steamboat in the winter. We are nicknamed "ski town USA" bc we've produced so many Olympians. Truly some of the best skiing in the world. Anyways, just thought you should know you missed out.
Y’all are so blessed to be safe!!
leaky propane and sparky caples don't make for a good mix glad you guys are ok
Tbh the old owners should have checked out the electrical work but with car buying 101 always do your homework and get things checked out BEFORE purchasing. So bit of blame on either side
So very good that you had a great friend point you to a wonderful repair person. Great video!
You guys should make some merch
I can see them living in a tiny house went they move out of the van.
Anyone else disturbed by how little action that shower gets?
I love that y'all gave a shout out to Eamon and Bec,
Trump 20/20
Whats up with the mask their tuff guy you are outside and 2 covid is hoax
What's the point in having a compost bin and then putting it in plastic?!
You guys will be so entertaining when you buy a house. Terrifying and worrying, but entertaining...
Just signed up for the giveaway! Me and my boyfriend have been looking into buying a school bus to turn it into a home but this would be amazing we won this opportunity. 🙌 good luck to everyone.
Love y'all and this video made me so nervous how close y'all get to people without masks on and the guys working on the not wearing masks inside your van. Yikes.
Update..... Kara didn't finish the popcorn 3 videos ago by herself😂
I love that Nate thinks Eamon is a professional. lol
12:30 People who can do things like John can have no idea how much people like me envy their talent. All I can do is hack on a computer. FML
I watched the last couple of years, but it's totally different vibe. I cannot imagine if you started a channel with it like this.
Wait a second.... did we get a dad bod pic after the bike trip?
This is so cool!,
I love your videos😃😃😍😍😍😍😚😚
did you use verbo
Oh boy, I even jumped. I've never seen anyone check for a gas leak with a lighter! hmm, use soapy water next time bud. Glad to see your home is back on track and looking forward to many, many more vids from you guys. Take care Semper Fi
We can totally relate with the final edit. We’ve had a few pointless fights to say the least.
It's so crazy that you guys were literally here in Steamboat Springs, where I live haha.
Kara's excitement realizing she can turn on the heater from bed. 😂 And emptying the composting toilet. Haha! You guys kept it classy. Our minds were blown on the electricity. That's scary. WOW. 🤯😮
Well let’s just count our blessings you guys are safe and still here with us. ❤️
Nate you only did a half marathon. A full marathon is26.2 mikes
Two of my favorite things: Target and K&N vids
Ilive watching the new video having coffee. I loved it. As always.. Loved the recipe for that curry. Wow. Stay safe and healthy
When i see this i really wonder why you did not just buy a proper RV that does not have these issues, no handles to bump into, easier to connect electricity, fill water, empty toilet etc. If you are going to buy a van to live in for a long time, why noy buy one that is built from scratch as a mobile home.
Run forest run! Just remember to stop.
Just curious wanna do a tour of the country sometime after this pandemic situation in a house van too have u had any safety issues at night while sleeping? like for instance some shady characters try to break in or people loitering nearby trying to do some weird shit? or anything at all that has made u feel unsafe while sleeping in the van?
Adoro o canal de vocês!!
nate looks likes hes aged sm from that bike trip!!!
Don’t forget to vote Trump or good old USA will be like a lot of the impoverished countries you guys visited.
I whish it would be more like those
Concerning how you saw over like 10 people within a short space of time including family and I only saw Kara wearing a mask in one clip.... there still a pandemic.
20 YEARS FROM NOW YOUR GONNA SAY - BABY DO YOU REMEMBER WHEN WE WERE SMELLING OUR CRAP AND WE WERE AMAZED AT HOW IT DIDNT STINK SO BAD LMAO
I really like Kara’s laptop computer lap table. Where did you get it?
Because of you guys I put down a deposit on a van today 😍 can’t believe I’m doing this! It’ll be a bit different in the UK but I’m so ready for this next adventure. Thank you for your wonderful videos and stay safe!!
BIDEN 2020💙💙💙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Praise the Lord. I was worried. I'm so thankful that it's been evaluated and fixed by professionals. Whew!! Now, more adventures!!
Omg use so need to do a collab with eamon an bec 🥂😁
What about nz for the van?!
How do I find John? Seems like that guys knows his stuff!!
I am always the optimist and first, glad that your van is now properly fixed. The plus; you didn't have any major incidents and are still safe not the mention the memories that you are creating. It is sad to read that people are sending angry messages to the couple you bought the van---I agree with you, that is not necessary. These issues, though frustrating, I think that you will look back on one day and laugh about it. Looking forward to your next video--drive safely! R
I’m glad the van did not get on fire while y’all were inside
It’s time for you guys to lift the wings and fly to a different country!😅 JK, loving your videos!
Where's yalls next video??? 😭😭
Makes my eyes hurt to see how much money they spent in only few days 😬
I love the Van Life videos! Their getting me through 2020!
Your video flying from Calgary - San Francisco - Singapore just popped up in my feed - long flights, busy airports, airline lounges. I miss the excitement of travel to strange and new places. I know it’s bad (CO2 etc) but I cant wait to get on a big plane again.
I've been watching their older vlogs because I'm missing long journeys as well!
I heard it in fall based on Korea, and it is getting colder. I hope Corona-19 will be resolved as soon as possible. And- I run two different CNworld channels. Drop by when you have time. Thank you. ^O^ cnworld.info/auto/QRKmuZ8OTn4N8uNPHTz3Wg?view_as=subscriber cnworld.info/auto/m64ysno7T1na8Xscq_g8vw?view_as=subscriber
The fact that Kara feels the needs to advertise them not showering in a week like it's a good thing is disgusting. Gross! 🤢🤢🤢 if I don't shower at least once daily I feel like complete shit.
*This brought me to Tears!*😭😭 KJV Luke 15:4-7 4 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? 5 And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost. 7 I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance. *Did you know there are Unfallen Worlds?* See Hebrews 1:2; Hebrews 11:3; *Jesus made the worlds (more than one)* Job 2:1-2. *Sons of God represents the unfallen worlds, Satan presented himself as the representive of Earth.* *The parable in Luke 15:1-7; represents, "earth as the lost sheep. Jesus left the other worlds and came to this earth in search of us the lost sheep."* *Jesus died for you and I. His death paid the randsom for us. Have you accepted his sacrifice? When we accept Jesus as our personal Savior from sin, we are found of Him and there is rejoicing in heaven!* *Let us by His grace be faithful to Him, so when He returns, He can rejoice with the unfallen worlds. Why? He has found His sheep (us) which was lost.* *Have you been found? If not, you are wandering around in a lost condition. It's time to repent, turn from sin and be found.* 🤔🤔 Acts 3:19-20; Acts 4:10-12; St John 3:16-17; St John 14:6; 1 John 1:7-9; Isaiah 44:22.
Did you guys get engaged?
Unsubscribed a while back. Heard about the electrical issues and how they posted illegal national park drone footage. I see they are dumb as ever. 🙄
Welcome to vanlife..glad your ok.
Kara and Nate Thank you so much for these videos! They make quarantine much easier!! Just love you guys! I hope you all the best on your adventures!!
We agree! We're watching all their old ones because we're missing international travel
I just love you all! I’m so glad your van is safe now!! And Congratulations Nate on your half marathon!!
He's a machine! Always thinking of the next big thing
Where would you go on a 🚞 🚊 🚂 , if you had only $5000 and live in California?
Oh man! So glad they identified those dangerous issues so you could get them professionally fixed!
Right? So scary!
For all the ads you did for the van company they should of covered the cost for the upgrades
You should go off-roading in some Jeeps in Colorado! We all usually go out on Sundays and spend a day getting to spots you would normally not want to hike to!
the title is so clickbait. i am very disappointed please show Kara's feet
sounds like a fetish
all the runners know exactly what that app is ......STRAVA