Living With No Roof Vent For One Year

Living With No Roof Vent For One Year | Full-Time Van Life

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5 жыл бұрын

I have been living in a van for over one year with no roof vent. Do not get this twisted I am not promoting no ventilation i just think if money is a factor that this is one stress you don't need to worry about at the beginning. You can add these things as you go. Open your doors and windows. Its free ventilation. Add the roof vent later when the money is available. #vanlife #vanbuild
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@sk8ercaligirl 5 жыл бұрын

I like the simplicity of your van. Chrome, your van looks good, it's clean, and it meets your daily needs.

@peterp5339 5 жыл бұрын

I like that Chrome keeps it simple. Some of the van dwellers look more like moving trucks... carrying so much stuff lol

@gypsiewanderer24 5 жыл бұрын

That van is beautiful, he needs a high top though.

@Jim_woods 5 жыл бұрын

Everybody else needs to look at truck drivers there are no roof vents in big rigs they just have little windows and I hardly ever open any of my windows and I have never had any issues with mold in 10 years

@divorcethehorse-gettingoff7702 5 жыл бұрын

That’s because the truck driver's let their vehicles idle all night to keep them warm in the north and cold in the south.

@Jim_woods 5 жыл бұрын

@@divorcethehorse-gettingoff7702 not all of us and not all the time and we should grow mold faster for trying to keep it cool with the windows closed

@amanda1838 5 жыл бұрын

The fear of mold from vehicle dwellers gets a little crazy sometimes. I’ve been living and traveling in vehicles on and off for almost 6 years and never had a roof fan and never had mold or condensation issues.

@scenenuf 5 жыл бұрын

I've just recovered from a horrific black mold issue under my mattress in my wagon. I do believe it was due to the MDF though as it was very old and can't be treated. I was trapped in my car almost 24/7 with no chance of airing out anything as I received almost non stop rain for a month this winter. Have now replaced with treated plywood and insulating as much as possible... But mold definitely does happen! Even a cheap vent fan system will do the trick! I'm considering adding some small ones either on the side of the car or on top to keep circulation just hard to find ones on a budget that are waterproof. As I mainly need ventilation when it's raining obviously..

@MrAspire5920 5 жыл бұрын

Hay Chrome, I drive a Big Truck (Tractor Trailer) now for 21yr ( so I guess I’m a professional Nomad) and I live in my truck year round,and I never never get mold,Now in the summer my front windows will frost over ( I have the AC cranking) so your exactly right if you have good ventilation No need for a roof vent. A lot of the whole van dwelling ideas came from truckers,or trucking,some of us are out for months at a time.so we’ve had no choice,but too figure it out.

@VikingVanMan 5 жыл бұрын

The reason you do so well Chrome is because you have Wheelbarrows full of Common Sense !!! High Disco !!

@rubberdwellers3911 5 жыл бұрын

Roof vent. It would be a must for me, I fart all the time😂🤣

@rippinaroundeverywhere9249 5 жыл бұрын

Well then it's a carbon monoxide detector your in the market for then...

@vantheman3857 5 жыл бұрын

@@rippinaroundeverywhere9249 LOL that was smooth 🤣 you sound like a true salesman every mattress comes with a free carbon monoxide detector trust me this is all you need.

@rippinaroundeverywhere9249 5 жыл бұрын

We all need to do our part, light that fart!!!...Just say no to green house gasses!

@Kiwionwing 5 жыл бұрын

How bad is your fart.

@rubberdwellers3911 5 жыл бұрын

@@Kiwionwing My farts will peel paint, dissolve glue and could be classified on the OSHA DIAMOND as 5 for explosive five for health risk 5 for reactivity PPE is a respirator. 😂🤣😅😘

@damselinaustin1425 5 жыл бұрын

Chrome... you are just so inspirational. We're about to embark on this life for many reasons and you have really eased my mind on doing it. You talk the talk and walk the walk. Thanks for sharing and keeping it real!

@aajsideways8 5 жыл бұрын

I used horse float pop up vents with 80mm computer fans that can be reversed to keep my van more stealth. I have used the van without vents when I first got it but wouldn't live without them now. I think it's more of a necessity than a luxury in Australia but it does get a little hot down here. Love your work regards Sully.

@coachcj9668 5 жыл бұрын

I am very surprised you don't have a vent fan in your rig. Disco putting off gas fumes???? HAHAHAHA!!! I'm kidding! Great video Chrome. Keep them coming. The informative ones are great because they are helping me decide what I need and what I should hold off on for my Van. Thanks again!

@marksabia3468 5 жыл бұрын

Great advice.....I've been adopting ur simplistic, practical attitude thru out my life.....thanks chrome

@stuartjenkins4380 5 жыл бұрын

I learned that in Germany, they would hang there comforters out the window to air out everyday it wasn't raining. I live in Vancouver WA and I always have a window cracked to get some ventilation. You are so on point...the van should just be where your resting, get outside and enjoy the outdoors. I can't wait to get my van and travel!

@vanpiper 5 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos give me some of the ideas right now I just made a simple bed like you did so when I go back home to visit I could sleep in my van in the rest stops at night and they're not that far from where I want to go I just need to take it slow and easy now thank you very much

@Yuricthebold 5 жыл бұрын

Happy One Year in the van Chrome!

@jeanniesheppard1566 5 жыл бұрын

As always great info👍 thanks Chrome 😊

@NomadicNicoleCamperTantrum 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video to match the music. Love it!

@philcapling8268 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video, Chrome! I like the idea of pop out windows on the back of the van; when you get it done, please run a video on it. Here in Charlotte, North Carolina in the USA, I purchase dehumidifying 18 oz. Zarpax towels-they really work, are washable, and you can get them on amazon. Two Zarpax 18 oz dehumidying “towels” will do a whole van to the point where you won’t even have a foggy front window!

@Icepanda88 5 жыл бұрын

Love this segment brother!! Have a great rest of your day!

@DJRogEurotour 5 жыл бұрын

Got my stickers today. Super Stoked!!! You Da Man!!!!

@bonniepwtf 5 жыл бұрын

Always helpful, thanks.

@johngalt3094 5 жыл бұрын

Thx brother.. Your advice helped me get into my van with no fear... Your advice is practical and Real life living.... 1 Month strong glad I did it

@dmartk 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve not experienced the winter yet, but my Fantastic Fan roof vent, for US$160, has been great for keeping the temperature down during the summer. When it’s over 100°F(38°C) inside without it, that’s important. At night, I can open one of my rear pop-out windows while the vent fan runs to direct air right to where I’m sleeping. It works and feels great. There are other ways to get a similar effect, but I’m sure glad that I have it.

@therealtashiro 5 жыл бұрын

You are definitely taking the right approach to your van build 😊👍🏻🍻

@cazza1643 5 жыл бұрын

Aw see? I'm so glad you made this video. I'm getting ready to convert my Chrysler T & C to a full time living space and my first investment was going to be a maxair roof vent fan. I was so back and forth on it. You've helped me tremendously! Thank you! 👍

@MariaPerez-mw7vm 5 жыл бұрын

I like watching your videos Chrome. You are a real nomad. There are so many You tubers that you can tell they don't really live in their vans. Congratulations. You are the best. Abrazos

@marieangeli3333 5 жыл бұрын

Good idea on the pop out windows! You can also put a fan vent in one of those windows.

@sandymichalski3515 5 жыл бұрын

Wise and thanks for sharing.

@nealthomson9505 5 жыл бұрын

Your choice in music is truly appreciated Chrome, some really awesome stuff. . . . .

@sandragraham9860 5 жыл бұрын

I'm with you on this topic Chrome ! Ive been in my extended cargo van for 6 months now and have no vent . I probably could have used one in the summer when it was super hot , im planning on putting pop out windows in this spring as well and see if thats enough to get a good air flow . I'm more concerned at this point on getting insulation in now that it is getting pretty cold where i live . For sure a on going project living in a van , but wouldnt want it any other way !

@kimwilliams7051 5 жыл бұрын

This guy knows his stuff great video chrome XXX

@jackstraw721 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Chrome keep an eye on the rust on the quarter panels Love videos great attitude about life stay safe

@niteotter 5 жыл бұрын

I absolutely LOVE your drawers and cabinets. Works with so many styles and looks so clean and neat. (And you know I LOVE me some Disco!) Y'all just make me smile all over.

@chadhawkins2520 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm just going to install simple 12 volt fan to move air around. We've always parked in scenic locations and keep the doors and windows open anyway. Just bought a hightop euroFord and been obsessing on the roof vent thing. You've inspired me to drop that baggage, get on with my build and worry about it later .

@chrisdiamondtravels7209 5 жыл бұрын

i lived in a van for years with no roof vent,,,no biggie,,,,hi disco,,,keep living the dream and sticking it to the man as long as you can,peace out bro

@PS_on_youtube 5 жыл бұрын

I agree. I live out of a minivan myself (2005 Ford Freestar). I do NOT have a rood vent and I do just fine. Sometimes if desired I crack open the 3rd row seating side windows. Great video, keep them coming!

@thesmiths2710 5 жыл бұрын

Thats so crazy you bring this up, me and wife talked about it, you wright

@speate4223 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro first week out learning as I go thank you again bro

@adrezzy2 5 жыл бұрын

Your house is beautiful, seeing it motivates me to keep my car clean😂💕. I don't live in my car but im going to use it as a camper when i am visiting people over the holidays...i really love watching your channel it gives me good ideas😀

@ou6037 5 жыл бұрын

Great vlog chrome 👍

@myfamilymatters 5 жыл бұрын

Grear advice Chrome. Everything in its's time, so I've heard said. Opening the doors while you experience breathtaking views, is a great was to expel moisture. Also leave beds unmade for a while when you get up so that the moisture from body heat all night, can escape. Have a gtreat week. Loving the vlogs.

@patriciagelenaw9180 5 жыл бұрын

MORNIN DOLL!😜 As always, GREAT VID! 👍

@gerripalmer6206 5 жыл бұрын

Have a great weekend Chrome & Big D

@shellyperez6707 5 жыл бұрын

You are so right about that please don't make the same mistake I made in the beginning, I went out and bought a lot of stuff I ended up not needing

@4kellie4 5 жыл бұрын

I love videos about your van! Great intro music to. :)

@TheWarchild0469 5 жыл бұрын

I love your simplicity Chrome, my father taught me to K.I.S.S.= Keep It Simple Stupid. and you have definitely shown a very classy way to vanlife!!!

@jody8366 3 жыл бұрын

Ty. I have no choice but to start my nomadic journey and the videos I watch for ideas and the money spent to convert these vans are so discouraging sometimes... Ok all the time. So thank you for being real.

@PaznThru56 5 жыл бұрын

I've said it before: You have the best set up. . . .and a lot of common sense! 😊

@toliver1468 5 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here and enjoying your videos. This particular one hit home, and caused me to stop and take a step back. We just purchased a NV2500 a few weeks ago, so we are in the planning stages for our home. Hubby’s been a trucker for 17 years and has his ideas about how to go about this inexpensively, but I was getting caught up in all the other videos of people telling others what you need in your van. Just like kids ignore what their parents try to tell them, I guess I had to hear it from someone else to believe it. Going to do some rethinking on how to go about this and use some common sense. Thanks for all you do, and being willing to go against the grain.

@Dulsanaya 5 жыл бұрын

Correction, you did have some condensation on the wheel wells but fixed it. xo :) For ventilation, you could get those rain guard shields for your driver and passenger door windows. I have some in my car. They're lovely for venting in summer and winter, cheap and subtle.

@karinhart489 5 жыл бұрын

Briala Dulsanaya ... and you could make a piece with holes covered with screens to fit between glass & the inch or 2 at top of window to keep the bugs out.

@inhisimage777 5 жыл бұрын

I have the rain guard shields on my windows. I like the fact that I have the glass slightly down and no one can tell unless one knew to look. I have a fan that I have never used.

@Wilje 5 жыл бұрын

So fresh n so clean

@davidsherbert6896 5 жыл бұрын

Good morning Chrome and Disco!!!!

@VondaInWonderland 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, it's been a while. Your van is looking awesome ♥

@livefreeordie4850 5 жыл бұрын

Keep on experimenting. I love it. That's how I roll.

@BigVanSmallWorld 5 жыл бұрын

I got two fans couldn’t live without them ! ! But then again I never tried? Food for thought 💭 Crome keep up the good work

@musicmedicine8629 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for this vid

@deborahbanner2334 5 жыл бұрын

Takeaway keep it simple! Always enjoy your videos!!! Hi Disco ;)

@traviswilli1823 5 жыл бұрын

Preach! Feeling in gut! Subscribed

@cliffordmarkland2624 5 жыл бұрын

Love the show Chrome and Disco I'm watching you whilst having a cool beer on a Saturday night chilling session Regards Cliff and family Leeds UK😁👌🐕

@rayneday-trippin2554 5 жыл бұрын

I've said it before I have a van crush on your van :)

@fancybantams 5 жыл бұрын

I wish I had some sage advice, but I don't. I sealed off the vent/fan in my camper. My son sealed all his as he spent 2 years living in his camper, and he is still alive. The only place I've had mold was in my house in NE Saskatchewan, so for 4 winters I left two windows open a crack and you know those temperatures -35 wind and lots of fresh air!!

@BobtheTraveler-WD8NVN 5 жыл бұрын

Installing a roof vent on my little van was a top priority.... Keeping my window rolled-up when boondocking makes the van safer... Also a vent helps with natural light tremendously...

@jenniebogatitus3313 5 жыл бұрын

Thank Sir, one day at a time. Love your out look, I can really relax now knowing this information, thanks for this video very helpful. Your a great person. 💐

@crystahw6106 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Chrome. My van is on the way to me, I should finally see it on Tuesday. I am using a few ideas from your channel. The flex seal type stuff on the roof is the first, I think I'll try it on the ribs as well. I am so excited to be getting on the road, I was getting way ahead of myself and started feeling overwhelmed before I even started. . Watching you taking it slow and easy reminded me I can do the same, lol. Sometimes you don't know what you need until you need it, And that's ok, there are stores everywhere and Amazon is just a click away. Thanks for your time and energy, it is appreciated.

@shellyperez6707 5 жыл бұрын

I'm going on three years living in my van, and I know exactly what I need now

@vespauk8916 5 жыл бұрын

Chrome you are a great Guinea pig, keep safe 👊🏻

@nigelwarfield2346 5 жыл бұрын

Nice vid Chrome and to put a roof vent in if it be ok the last year I wouldn't bother having one. Maybe disco was sitting on some mould lol keep safe and peace out matey

@joshualynch8196 5 жыл бұрын

Got 65 u.s.d. in my skoolie build and its been liveable for the past month.

@jmarshallstein9791 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Chrome great vid subject. I lived in a Dodge 2500 for three years without a vent wasn't easy at times but I survived.now I'm in a class b full time

@k.pacificnw02134 Жыл бұрын

Tomorrow I'm going to get my ProMaster back from the RV repair place. I had it there to have a roof fan put in. But they are dragging their feet and taking a long time and not communicating with me and not emailing me when they said they should. So I'm taking this as a sign. Going to go get my van back and not cut a hole in the roof right now. So thank you!

@bibisabinaspaans9927 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for this one :)

@robertl.simpson4423 5 жыл бұрын

Good intro!

@Hurricane-John 5 жыл бұрын

I do the exact same thing when im parked got a fan inside but i like the airflow from a roof vent. But hey its your home you do what works for you

@pennylee6569 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your awesome adventure see yah Chrome and Disco

@JudyG745 5 жыл бұрын

Your van interior matched Disco :)

@WanderingNature 5 жыл бұрын

Your videos are fantastic, just have to say 🌹

@sharongypsydove8396 5 жыл бұрын

I lived for seven years in a Chevy extended 3500 cargo van expediting with no vent and never had a speck of mold it's all about ventilation and keeping your place clean exactly how Chrome says if you get mold then that means you're not keeping it clean and you're keeping it closed up with moisture inside

@leoneranger9348 5 жыл бұрын

The leaf in your windscreen wiper sitting there in the autumn breeze was so pretty✨

@thriftyveegee4129 5 жыл бұрын

Promise right when I had my van before I broke I went through the winter and a summer with no roof vent I had no problems but then again I left my side windows open I had pop outside windows and my front triangular windows on the front doors were open so long as you got your car you're good

@BobSmith-wi6nb 5 жыл бұрын

Well said my brother

@irenemunoz9630 5 жыл бұрын

Right on ! 👊

@CathyTx2001 11 ай бұрын

Thanks from Texas!!

@willieelkins1770 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Crome an disco i like your vidos i like you telling the truth most you tubes wont to sell you stuff most gust lie Keep Up The good work an GOD BLESS stay safe in AL

@chrisknightstravel 4 жыл бұрын

"worry about tomorrow when tomorrow comes!" oh bro, i got cha. love this attitude! :) peace out

@8754roberto Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@dib_dib 5 жыл бұрын

Have an awesome day!

@SuperDeut4 5 жыл бұрын

A good roof vent also serves wonderfully for a fan especially in Florida and Texas.

@mirnalen1311 5 жыл бұрын

Yes you right you alway have your doors open is a good idea ventilation 😊 and Disco love that

@robrico6685 5 жыл бұрын

$800! Not gonna happen. I'll go to the pick n pull, pull a decent vent, use a metal grinder, slap on new seals. $50 bucks at the most.

@Mikeykaysuper 5 жыл бұрын

You are correct it is airflow that is the key to keeping out moisture and mold .I put a six inch round screened air vent in the front corner of my box truck in the floor a year and a half ago and what a difference that has made .All the cool air from under the truck when it parks just pours in and there are enough air gaps in the roll up door when closed to make good air flow.I am not a big fan of roof vents either .

@divorcethehorse-gettingoff7702 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Chrome. Avid watcher and fellow van dweller from Minnesota here. I agree, you don't need a roof vent in your van. But I would also like to add that when it's 85° F out, it's nice to have one ! I had a much more comfortable summer sleeping in my van with the addition of the roof vent. The downside is that you also lose about 7°F in insulation power in the colder months. So it's a give and take.

@jimc5624 5 жыл бұрын

For the windows find one on the junkyard it does work for my 03 e250 I got them out of a 95 e150. I think where the others have a mold issue is they have everything built like a house and sealed tight. Good luck with the windows.

@annecaulder9495 4 жыл бұрын

You never got mold because you live wide open ... we always see your doors open. Rather than closing all up and boiling pasta and making stir-fry veggies like some van dwellers do. Smart. 🐶❤️

@scotthouchins1408 5 жыл бұрын

Have a good weekend! Next week turkey day here in va.beach,when is Thanksgiving in Canada anyway? Stay Cool.

@Kiwionwing 5 жыл бұрын

Very Very cool post

@misstreelove 5 жыл бұрын

So glad you're out there and add¡ng your 2¢ 👍☺️✌️💟 U rock! 🎸

@MaryAmesMitchell 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I'm outfitting a Promaster City. One of the best bits of information you gave was at the end. You said you will try pop-out windows for ventilation first. I was relieved because I already have pop-out windows. I would love not to have to get a battery or a fan. Now I need to figure out how to put bug screens on the pop-out windows. Maybe with magnets on the interior?

@ninjathecable 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you chrome for making these video sir! I plan to retire soon. Looking for something meaningful and live life. Soon here it will be empty nest for me. Kids are growing up so fast now a day. Looking forward to start van life! Planning things as i watch your videos.

@theurbanmonk6316 5 жыл бұрын

The thing I find so interesting is people who are saying you're going to get mold and die, they haven't experienced either one, they are just jumping on the fear wagon with everyone else saying it's the way it has to be.

@katcankan7129 5 жыл бұрын

Opening the doors like you do is ventilation 👍😀

@rebeccatreeseed410 5 жыл бұрын

Shade drops temps 10-15 degrees.

@jkxtc2016 5 жыл бұрын

I say if u need air you can put a vent to fit in the front windows for air flow ...i made ones for my jeep when i sleep inside for fresh air ...you can get it in the building materials dept at HD....but your right you dont need a vent ...