It's Time To Make It Stop. UPDATE On What I AM GONNA DO

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My name is Chrome i have been living in y cargo van for 6 years now. I started this lifestyle BROKE and IN DEBT and after 11 months of living the van life i cleared my debt and started to put my life back together and build for a better future. I have turned my original van into a badass camper van that is lifted with all the toys. Over the years i went from being broke and stealth camping in the city and sleeping at walmarts... to now, living fulltime in a jacked up van and driving deep off-grid into the backcountry and living life in the dirt. WOW LIFE HAS CHANGED.
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@wombat1957 17 күн бұрын

Hey Chrome, if your channel was all rainbows and unicorns, I probably wouldn't be watching you. Your channel is a real life representation of the joys and also the lows of vanlife. You tell the truth about your life and I appreciate that. Keep it real and your real fans will stick with you. Peace Bro.

@selahrising 17 күн бұрын

Yes, agree! Chrome is the longest channel I've watched consistently, since his third video way back in the day. I'm still here and I know there are lots of us who will be here no matter what.

@Musicescape17 17 күн бұрын

Heck yes, I second that! ✌🏼✌🏼

@pandaoverboard 17 күн бұрын

I like that he shows reality. Keep it real, WEIRDOS 🎉

@nancypeplau9747 17 күн бұрын

Some days ya just need a shoulder to lean on, an ear that will listen to you vent and a big ole HUG! You’re the real deal Chrome. Keep it real… we love ya! HUGS

@cherylbrunette2490 17 күн бұрын

I agree, I have been watching his channel for 6.5 years.

@001salem 17 күн бұрын

In my humble opinion, you don't have to explain yourself to anybody! Life isn't perfect, and if followers think differently, that's their issue, not yours! I look forward to all your posts because they are real! Keep them coming!

@jasonborn867 17 күн бұрын

Number of views and likes don't influence Chrome's revenue, so your point about not explaining himself to viewers makes complete sense. Subscribers come and go no need to worry if they deserve explanations. lol.

@jtv848 17 күн бұрын

Yes !

@christinamann3640 17 күн бұрын

Aw, Amanda’s the greatest for getting those door seals. Great big thanks to the auto parts store for giving you them for free.

@kimthompson9194 17 күн бұрын

Cruz being safe and comfy in AC, is all I care about seeing right now. I hope you don't go anywhere until the AC is fixed. Once that works, go anywhere you feel Cruz will like best. I think most of us care more about him than any dust or dirt you have to deal with.

@sundaycruzin4103 17 күн бұрын

Chrome, I don’t know how you dealt with all of that dust. I’ve never seen so much in one place unless it was 30 years old. Wanting to quit! I get it. It you persevered and got it cleaned up. WOW! I have a ton of admiration for you. Keep on truckin.’

@wiki189 17 күн бұрын

I watch you because your vids are real. I appreciate that you dont sugar coat van life. You are allowed your frustrations and you're allowed to vent. I know if my sticks and bricks home was dusty like that, I'd be miserable as heck too! Keep being real and keep your chin up!

@deladyakarobin4777 17 күн бұрын

Chrome as a friend of mine says.. you do you boo!! I will continue to watch your channel no matter what you do.

@victoriaduvall6922 17 күн бұрын

This almost hellish heat alone will make a person crazy

@GDixon-ch3yl 17 күн бұрын

Early spring maintenance checklist; thoroughly checked all seals on the doors on the van and the floor before summer ever gets here. Replace it if needed. 😊

@CynthiaStrahnDurant 17 күн бұрын

Keep your rubber seals cleaned and treated so they don't dry out and will create a better seal. You can buy products to treat them at Walmart. You can do it when you wash your van after coming out of the bush. Well worth the effort! Take it from someone who lives in dry Arizona!

@charisma-hornum-fries 17 күн бұрын

WD40 is amazing 😅

@kvonahlefeldt 17 күн бұрын

@@charisma-hornum-fries Really does that work!

@BadAssDetailz 17 күн бұрын

@@charisma-hornum-friesDETAILER HERE: Don’t use wd40 it dries out the rubber And seals! Don’t always believe everything you read on the internet. Ask a Auto Detailer- 303 Automotive Protectant is the best option for this!

@pathfinder303 17 күн бұрын

I always wipe vaseline or similar on the rubber to keep it flexible and durable.

@bobrouse8634 17 күн бұрын

In the winter, helps repel water to prevent freezing.

@debyarger3084 17 күн бұрын

I think a small-town summer tour would be awesome Chrome. I love seeing the older buildings, the decor of the town and the people, and even their special foods their k own for!!

@sharonoldham4374 17 күн бұрын

Me too 😊

@phyl1042 17 күн бұрын

Yes, the year you and Emi traveled East and stopped to check out all the little towns and 'ghost' areas was super fun.

@TomLentz 17 күн бұрын

You can test your weatherstripping with a strip of paper. Shut it in the door and drag it around and you'll get a feel for the seal by the drag or lack of.

@texwashere2 17 күн бұрын

You might consider sealing the Dog House where it meets the floor for sound, heat and dust.

@shabazan 17 күн бұрын

Also check and seal around the doghouse. There was entry through there as well when you were driving. (Rewatched that video. )

@victoriabaker4400 17 күн бұрын

I thought so too.

@sallys2423 17 күн бұрын

THIS

@sweetpolly121 17 күн бұрын

Hey Chrome, we go where you go. We're just a long for the ride. Thanks for all the great adventures.

@_ReturnToFreedom 17 күн бұрын

I really appreciate your microphone. Makes the vibe of this video.... nice 🙂

@BJM217 17 күн бұрын

I’m an Aussi and I love watching all your videos however, love it when you go through the little towns I find it interesting to see parts of Canada

@gadgetfellow 17 күн бұрын

Avoiding the summer dusty season is no problem, dust is not fun..... especially if it always gets into your house.

@lindsayhamilton5620 18 күн бұрын

Once your air conditioning is working try running your fans with windows closed to create positive air.

@ThirdEyeVideo 17 күн бұрын

Run your max air fan so it blows the cleaner air at roof level into the van. Also if you borrow a disco smoke machine, set it in the van and blow air in you will see where the smoke leaks out, these are your dust entry holes.

@bobkatc9368 17 күн бұрын

I'm surprised he didn't turn the fan on to simulate he AC being on.

@rainsofhealing 17 күн бұрын

@@ThirdEyeVideois there a way to put color in that disco smoke? Could make it easier to see.

@stevenevills1648 16 күн бұрын

YUP! Positive air pressure inside the van will reduce the dust infiltration.

@anthonys.5909 17 күн бұрын

When you're not traveling, you can buy a sofa bed and sleep at the shop,figure out what's really the problem, and then you can start traveling and sleep in your van.

@denisemckiver69 17 күн бұрын

I don't enjoy back country unless it's educational somehow, I want a close-up and personal look a plants,flowers, trees, lichens, rocks, drift wood, waterfall, shore lines and wild life, etc...I'm not so much into the driving about. I hope you solved your problems. 😊 ❤

@dynoreed7235 17 күн бұрын

I'm glad Cruzie is comfie. All the best to everyone.

@jstep4146 17 күн бұрын

You can test seals! Just use a long piece of ribbon. Shut the door on it and pull. There should be a resistance. 1 inch Christmas ribbon works great. Where the leak is, it will slide easily.

@patsywhiddon1832 17 күн бұрын

A sofa bed or two would be a fantastic idea for upstairs in the shop. Chrome, you bring people together, make sure it’s comfortable for you and your vanlife family!💕🙏🏼

@Lora_Vermont 17 күн бұрын

Chrome , I think your fan base would follow you to the end of earth or to the moon if that’s where you choose to go. I say follow your heart and everything will fall into place. Enjoy and stay safe wherever you decide to go. I’ll be waiting to see where you go.

@jerrodhawbaker7985 17 күн бұрын

Chrome you do what’s best for you. Only you can make yourself happy. So in summer stay off the dirt so you don’t get so upset.

@sheilacaine 17 күн бұрын

Jeffie Bear needs one of those micro phones. It’s hard to hear him sometimes. Can you show and tell him. Ty❤

@marvinsmate 17 күн бұрын

Travel the way that gives you and Cruz the most fun. Live your joy 🥰

@THETIMINATORTHETOOLMAN 17 күн бұрын

At least you have a nice clean shaded area to work in out of the sun

@spellru23 17 күн бұрын

I love anything you do, and anywhere you go. I come to your channel to listen to your commentary which is always enlightening. Safe travels.

@almabrown7955 17 күн бұрын

You do whatever makes you happy. I’ll continue to watch your channel. 😊

@ninalaurie1887 17 күн бұрын

Chrome, we love where ever you go, my wife and I live vicariously through you, do what you feel to do, enjoy yourself show us more of Canada's beauty, and we are stoked watching all you do, enjoy!!

@lyndiebright8508 16 күн бұрын

I see you teaching many of us problem solving, physics of repairs, why and how to do your repairs and maintenance. You travel wherever the roads lead, meeting with friends, building a business. I like it all.

@edferreira5372 17 күн бұрын

Brother, you keep going. You have been doing this for all these years, we all get bad days that is no reason to give up. Keep it up.

@valerierichardson458 17 күн бұрын

It's always a pleasure and your channel offers the real vanlife struggles. Anywho, I live in S Texas where the normal temperature is 105° Fahrenheit and I love snow and mountains so anyway you want to travel is all right with me. Your loyal fans will always be here! Be safe!❤

@desmondobrien68 17 күн бұрын

Maybe apply some silicone grease from time to time to those seals,it will keep them supple and seal better We use this to prolong the life of rubber seals in Air rifles Chrome!

@MzKayR 17 күн бұрын

Hey Chrome, I like small town travel best but I really don’t care where you travel to. It’s your world!

@vlm-bc7zn 17 күн бұрын

Chrome I enjoy listening to you …and the way you include “us” …at time it makes me feel not quite so lonely

@PaznThru56 17 күн бұрын

Anything you do is aok. But, I always enjoyed your impromptu stops and tours at vacant buildings.

@ronnihatcher295 17 күн бұрын

Awesome to hear about the other channel. I am looking into learning more of the other stuff like mechanics and such. 👍

@hphillips6552 17 күн бұрын

I'm ok with the shift. Backcountry, town travel, and city life. That fulfills most people's wants. And me personally, I'm interested in it all. You do you Chrome and keep cruzy and you cool. My vehicle broke and now trying to fund a newer but used van for vanlife. Thanks for all your I sight.❤

@tommyandbellasadventures 17 күн бұрын

I'm down to anything, dude...explore small towns and going to Bakery's trying different foods

@LSChestersMom 17 күн бұрын

I am sure getting your ac repaired fully will help things feel better... whatever you do, hope you enjoy yourself. I find peace knowing there is no where to "rush" to, no pressure to get someplace. You have a great shop too- so many awesome options .

@Ms.Frankenbuilder 17 күн бұрын

My small opinion but I loved the little towns and events you took us along to. The important thing is that you are happy.

@cherylwinstead9261 17 күн бұрын

Chrome, whatever or where ever or even whenever do it. I'm enjoying your show your way already.

@aviationphd 17 күн бұрын

Do what you gotta do and travel where you want to…I will come along for the adventure

@clone_commandernayo5435 17 күн бұрын

Amanda you're a rockstar !

@riseballoondesigns 17 күн бұрын

Do whatever YOU want! It is your life. We are just hitching a ride.😊

@andyrichey1192 17 күн бұрын

Can’t blame you chrome for being frustrated with all the dust coming in. Maybe now you got it fixed never known to get back out there, but whatever you do and share I’ll be here watching anything and everything you share.👍👍

@explorewestcoast 17 күн бұрын

Might sound silly but, wide blue painters tape would be able to seal the back and side doors quite well from dust and take 5 minutes to apply and remove. Not permanent but, it would suffice.

@kevinmaldonado6659 17 күн бұрын

Chrome every now and then condition the rubber seals it helps them last longer

@robertbailey2342 17 күн бұрын

I'm from Maine and if it were me?, I'd keep it on the pavement in the summer! I know all too well how that dust will ruin your day fast!! Rubber side down and keep er between the ditches🤙🤙

@cseale61 17 күн бұрын

For those of us who don't live in Canada, it would be cool for you to show us the touristy towns. I live in the backcountry here in Georgia and it looks a lot like what I see on your channel (except for snow).

@kathywallis3130 17 күн бұрын

Chrome, just do what you feel is right for you and Cruzie. We will always love you. Safe travels though.

@denisesullivan345 17 күн бұрын

What makes you happy, should happen. It’s not what we want you to do, whether you are in the bush in the spring, the summer or the fall or even winter, it’s all about what you want. I have followed you for a very long time and no matter what you post,I feel as if I am following you, in every aspect of your life. You are the only person who truly knows what will make you happy. Don’t do for us, do for you.

@robertstrohm2412 17 күн бұрын

You do you Chrome, we are ok with all of it. Oh and another reason to wait for back country exploring is NO BUGS! Love your content still. ❤

@user-zq7pj2gf5f 17 күн бұрын

Dirt road’s usually lead to the best places. Don’t give up chrome .

@christiestoker8746 17 күн бұрын

Your plan sounds wonderful. I absolutely understand your frustration. Stay in the air in your shop until it is fixed in your van. Love your videos! Thank you Chrome!

@susanh3342 17 күн бұрын

Chrome, I can understand how you are feeling. No matter how you live, you just feel like that sometimes I call it a funk. Give it time, and it will pass. 😊

@barbwatkins3676 17 күн бұрын

It's just that old seven year itch. Totally love your channel..honest and gritty ( in many ways). Happy summer travels - wherever you go is fine with all of us on the road " with" you. Hey from Australia. 🦋

@konrai1972 17 күн бұрын

Don't forget Cruz's stairs.

@lynh382 17 күн бұрын

Everyone has bad days. Adding the heat and worrying about Cruze made it worse. Glad you're both feeling better. I think we will all follow you on your van journey any way you go!!

@widowprepper4292 Күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing the apartment story! I enjoyed it. ☺️ I vote for anything to cut down on the dust! No reason why you can't shift your travel time around. Go have fun and stay safe.🙏🥰

@danielmorrissey5118 17 күн бұрын

❤Chrome, You & Cruzie❤ need to do what makes you feel comfortable.. whatever you decide.. I'll still follow you.. L❤ve, Dan

@rrhopewell 17 күн бұрын

Back roads in the fall and winter. Keep cool this summer you and Cruzie. But however you live it I’m here for it.

@tomposti6361 22 сағат бұрын

On your travel, ask some farmers with huge tractors. I think they have some inside cabin pressure system to keep that dust from entering the tractor, combine, harvester cabins.

@johnkennett617 17 күн бұрын

Hey chrome those seals need a lubricant spray. Allows the seal to soften and reseal the doors.

@XTurboDogX 17 күн бұрын

Congrats on the new shop. You are the coolest weirdo on the interwebs. I`ll watch your videos no matter what you name them. I hope to meet you someday and shake your hand. Tell Cruz I said what`s up. V V

@meowzic 17 күн бұрын

I really like relaxed Chrome, definitely a new side to your videos haha.

@Enola-eg9xo 17 күн бұрын

You are speaking to my heart. I’ve never been able to stay put. I’ve rented I’ve owned and after a little bit I’m sick of being there. When I rent normally I’m gone when my lease is up. I find being in the beaten path to be so re-generating. So glad I made the decision one year ago July 15 to at 60 years young to give up my apartment move into my Equinox for a month then buy my van. Now my home goes where ever I want. Love your channel keep being real.

@davidgillard4995 17 күн бұрын

I’d love to see more of small city Canada. Give me some ideas of where to go when I travel to Canada again. Thanks Chrome. VV 🇦🇺🇨🇦

@Sonia-cq9cl 16 күн бұрын

I’m here no matter what you do. Stay true to your self and the ones who really appreciate you and what you share will stay.

@benhoose 17 күн бұрын

23:32 im with ya bro. You're the captain. Im just along for the ride and company. Plus to learn a thing or two while Im planning my own vanlife strategy.

@atomikNEV 17 күн бұрын

I say « stop planning »! Do it the way you feel. Of course a bit of back country, a bit of road, a bit of touristy stuff… just do it the way you feel, day after day.

@steeltentadventures3918 17 күн бұрын

Hang in there Chrome. We all evolve and change, you just make everything comfortable for you, we are adaptable too. I am hoping you reach your new goals.

@Musicescape17 17 күн бұрын

No they have not been click baity. It’s how you are feeling but things will get better.

@RebeccaTreeseed 17 күн бұрын

I hatedTexas, too hot for me. Finally decided to stay indoors in summer, garden, camp, travel in spring, fall, winter. It worked!

@donaldming4802 17 күн бұрын

While you are at the shop turn all lights off in the shop then turn all the lights are on in the van and see if you have any gaps

@sharonoldham4374 17 күн бұрын

Fingers crossed this is the answer. It can't hurt. 😊 I flexable I'm along for the ride. Whatever you feels the best for you. Everyone is entitled to rough days and question their lives. Wishing you the best everyday. 😊

@urbanwoods363 12 күн бұрын

Your apartment story is hilarious. Do what you gotta do with the videos Chrome, I enjoy watching them wherever you are.

@berilmurray9879 17 күн бұрын

I am always happy watching where ever you go Chrome. It’s always so much fun.

@DamianKeenan-vv8fd 17 күн бұрын

Keep going chrome 😊I believe in you, you give me inspiration every day, Damian from New Zealand

@WhiteThunder78 16 күн бұрын

I like watching you fix your van. It gives me ideas and something to look forward to while doing my van build. October 10th this year would be four years for me living a Viking Vanlife.

@scrumpymcgrumpy 17 күн бұрын

I bought that weather stripping when you did for my van it works great

@mikeluft8929 17 күн бұрын

Hey Chrome, do what works best for you. I still watch no matter what you do. 👍👍

@GrayPower60 17 күн бұрын

I love it when you visit local towns and explore the sights.

@canadiancorporal3501 17 күн бұрын

Bro any adventure is an adventure... All the best from Nova Scotia

@brendamccrite3038 17 күн бұрын

Chrome do whatever is best for you. I like watching your life. Make yourself happy!!! Really!!!!!!!!!

@sheylaboucher3829 17 күн бұрын

You know, I love watching your videos for who you are not what you do. You can go where ever you want in your travels and I will still watch. Keep doing what you feel like to do and it will be perfect! Thank's!

@PaulJones-ye5hm 17 күн бұрын

Chrome just a thought maybe you could hang a one or two piece curtain in the back of your van between the doors and your interior so when you close your doors you are creating a barrier to preventing dust from getting in through the back

@dnjones3685 17 күн бұрын

Whatever you decide Chrome I'm with you. Turn on the camera drive it down the river I'll be there

@virginiacaston1456 17 күн бұрын

Do what works best for you and Cruz. I'll watch your videos either way. 😊

@PattisArtInnaVan 17 күн бұрын

I say whatever works for you in your travel plans works for me. This is your life we’re just along for the ride!!!❤❤❤

@vanlifepreppers 15 күн бұрын

Hope it works. We replaced all our seals and still get leaks around the back door. 🤠. Can also pull a foam or rubber insert thru the seal for a little extra seal

@robinc9774 17 күн бұрын

It’s all about seeing new sights and finding cool stuff….travel on! Hit that summer pavement.

@TheIregan 17 күн бұрын

Honestly Chrome, I think minimizing the back country time during summer is a great idea. Too busy and too many variables like fires. Hit up shows, festivals, towns etc with the odd day at the river.

@TnTnO4 17 күн бұрын

Chrome you do you and Cruz I’m here for the ride no matter what! VV

@davidobrien8541 17 күн бұрын

Hi Chrome, I noticed when you were working on the backdoor. That the floor molding had several holes that were not plug. That might be a dust problem . Lots of love.