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@KaraandNate 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@vegansvango2300 3 жыл бұрын

Oh no! That's awful. I'm sure they didn't mean to sell you a van with all of these issues. Everyone be nice! The world needs kindness more than ever right now!

@jobethk588 3 жыл бұрын

Classy comment. Please pin to top.

@Marklopez362 3 жыл бұрын

People are nuts lol

@beingtherealme1996 3 жыл бұрын

So true! They were just doing their best

@TravelwithNJSteveandSue 3 жыл бұрын

It's expected that almost anything you acquire used will have issues. Surprised to hear people contacted the owners with angry messages! It shows your viewers really care about you two!

@reneegrace7632 3 жыл бұрын

When the electricians are taking pictures you know it’s bad 😂

@Mrunal4Tech 3 жыл бұрын

You know that picture turned into a meme in their shop.... 😂

@HughMadBro 3 жыл бұрын

Really really bad 😂🤦🏼‍♀️ Like holy 🐄 what a death trap!

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

Right lol. Sharing that around the electrical community

@Grahzzyvtvlog 3 жыл бұрын

Probably going on reddit

@kaiasadventures3262 3 жыл бұрын

So true that's when it's baf

@SprinkleBooks17 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know why people are so upset at the old owners? They built everything themselves and had no malicous intent towards Kara & Nate when selling it. Sure, they should have checked everything out before selling it, but same goes for K&N after buying it. There is no need to put blame on someone all the time. Kara and Nate are safe now and that's all that matters

@travellingsajju5340 3 жыл бұрын

yes you are right

@anam5448 3 жыл бұрын

Agree. Both sides should've triple checked everything.

@senoravaca 3 жыл бұрын

Do not forget Nate did some "fixes" on the electrical part just by watching youtube videos xD

@Farbar1955 3 жыл бұрын

The van was safe for what the original owners needed it for. Nate added the extras after purchase and that added load to the wiring. Nate did the best he could with it and probably did better than most of the critics could have done themselves. I see absolutely no problems with how this all worked out and it's actually quite natural to go thru this process. Nobody's hurt and things are done the way they should be. And it makes for a great story!

@hekaersa 3 жыл бұрын

Kara and Nate were foolish for not having it inspected before purchase AND for assuming Nate was handy enough to take on these projects. He is not. And I feel terrible that they've posted so many vlogs on the van NATEmares making the old owners look bad.

@Drunclejesse240 3 жыл бұрын

I still can’t believe Nate just randomly said “I wanna run a half marathon,” and then just did it. Took me 10 weeks to train and I still did it 1 min per mile slower

@jeffpro8 3 жыл бұрын

I can't believe with he did it either, but then again he did complete the Colorado trail.

@AndySwede58 3 жыл бұрын

And he didn't do anything special before they did Everest Base Camp either. I think he's a natural fitness guy (or how you say it in English)....

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

always the next big thing with him lol

@SparklyMariA 3 жыл бұрын

He did just do a 2 week long biketrip with more than 10h days, so I think he got in pretty good shape.

@Drunclejesse240 3 жыл бұрын

Y’all do bring up a good point about the CT

@TheFishAndTrips 3 жыл бұрын

I'm just here for Nate's crazy adventures with electricity. 😂😂😂

@neonneon1527 3 жыл бұрын

Ikr

@travellingsajju5340 3 жыл бұрын

hello

@CarbonatedLatte 3 жыл бұрын

same

@travellingsajju5340 3 жыл бұрын

@@CarbonatedLatte where r u from

@travellingsajju5340 3 жыл бұрын

bro if u have some time saw my vlog i hope you will enjoy it

@OrdinaryAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Watching all the vanlifers build vans has made me think they are really handy and efficient at building and then you show us how fast and efficient a real professional is and I’m like 😳 haha

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

those that do it themselves are so brave haha. I might be able to put together cabinets but electrical is something else altogether

@fizzo3535 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah so true 😂

@unavailableusername3814 3 жыл бұрын

I get humbled/ashamed whenever my brother in law comes over to "help" me fix an issue with my house on occasion. Granted this is only after i have tried and spent way too much time and $ trying to tackle it myself. He is like the Al Borland to my Tim Taylor. I often have failed in my diagnosis and am trying to fix something that wasnt broken to begin with or that i have gotten into the correct processes only to be stymied at a stopping point that i can in no way make progress or even put it back like it was before i touched it...iften due to breaking some vital yet extremely fragile plastic tiny piece that is irreplaceable lol. I love him and value his attitude while he quickly and calmly fixes tge issue ive been dealing with for a month in less than 15 minutes without get dirty at all. That learning curve is so very steep on the 1st journey sadly. I also fully believe that some people are just inclined/skilled/gifted at certain areas of life skills and lacking in others and he and i just happen to have strengths at opposite ends of the spectrum.

@julianna6416 3 жыл бұрын

WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE

@OrdinaryAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

@@julianna6416 haha

@sophiemarcaurele 3 жыл бұрын

This confirms again what I keep telling everyone interested in a conversion: invest in professional help to do the dangerous work! AT LEAST have a licenced electrician look over your plans. Hiring certified professionals to do your heater installation, plumbing and electrical is the logical thing to do for so many reasons: your life might depend on it! Many guarantee their work, and will think of details you might not see in KZfaq tutorials, like separating your water and electrical systems, using the right kind of wiring and piping to maximize the efficiency of your equipment... It makes sense financially as well: think about how much your time is worth. As Nate mentions, experts will only take a day or less to do the work and do it right, whilst most of us will probably need several days to figure it out and hope it holds. How much money would you make working during that time instead? Even if you’re building on a budget, hiring a professional will save you more costs down the line and make the most out of your investment. It will help boost the resale value, and another big argument is that it usually saves you even more money in insuring your build! Showing the sensitive systems were installed by licenced professionals can help you get your rig insured as an RV, which means good premiums but also, everything in it and all your work and expenses are covered in the rig, not just the vehicle itself. 🤔🤗🚐🙏

@vanlifebiker 3 жыл бұрын

FYI I'm a licensed electrician & this is exactly why I just started documenting my build. Someone is DESPERATELY needed in this space to teach & keep people safe.

@RebelRidersMotorcycles 3 жыл бұрын

Correct me if I'm wrong, didn't you guys go through the van and mess with a lot of the electricals when you bought the van? Not sure why people are getting so mad at the previous owners. They are not 100% to blame.

@sabinewren6588 3 жыл бұрын

Yup.

@sarahhilliard8132 3 жыл бұрын

I love the editing when the professionals were talking about all the technical stuff 😂 Tbh that's what I hear when my husband tells me about cars and stuff, too.

@KaraandNate 3 жыл бұрын

LOL makes no sense to me but I trust them!

@jobethk588 3 жыл бұрын

Kara and Nate That was a cute edit without being disrespectful. Very creative with time lapse of sunset.

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

that was pretty funny, it was like Charlie Brown 😂

@thebrianpapa 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree on the editing of the tech stuff. That was brilliant! I was clapping out loud! Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant! And super funny!

@cdutka 3 жыл бұрын

The only thing getting me through 2020 is watching 4years of kara & nate videos 🙌🏻

@travellingsajju5340 3 жыл бұрын

@leanneadams2549 3 жыл бұрын

Me to ! My fav thing after work !

@MVPMrSimp-fo3xk 3 жыл бұрын

bruh facts

@jack4theplanet 3 жыл бұрын

I’m currently on the Bosnia videos

@scsmiff 3 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@MegaWilliam2003 3 жыл бұрын

Nate & kara bought the van from a diy couple that did the best to thier knowledge in building that van.You buy a used vehicule AS IS. Theres no warranty on used vehicules. Leave those previous owners alone for god sake !!

@sandrajewitt6050 3 жыл бұрын

I can't believe you didn't have heat or the ability to charge your batteries while driving. Your ease of life just improved so much.

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

I definitely feel like they'll love life after that haha

@skylarvawter9719 3 жыл бұрын

glad that you guys hired someone to install things so nate dosent almost catch himself on fire again

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

agreed lol. Some things are worth paying for

@arn1b7 3 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%.

@leshawncolcloughgray3305 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@beautifulworld7567 3 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o7SGf9uKyJ6YZqc.html

@jack4theplanet 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe Kara and Nate should win the van so there aren’t any more problems with it

@milenaredetmit4405 3 жыл бұрын

omg hahaha

@travellingsajju5340 3 жыл бұрын

@CarbonatedLatte 3 жыл бұрын

petition for kara and nate to join omaze's giveaway

@ketkib7567 3 жыл бұрын

Epic 😂😂😂

@duathlete827 3 жыл бұрын

Kind of depends on who building the Omaze van...... Hopefully not the same people/company.

@LaurenAlley 3 жыл бұрын

I have a feeling that if you guys ever need more van repairs you’re going to go back to that garage! They really took care of you! 😃

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

I have a feeling if I ever get a van, I'LL go to that garage! 😂

@LaurenAlley 3 жыл бұрын

The Awkward Tourist same!

@ohhireneexo 3 жыл бұрын

They’ve literally turned a vehicle into a HOME, why wouldn’t there be issues along the way. I think it’s sweet your fans care for you so aggressively, but yikes😅

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

I'm embarrassed for the original owners but I would never send them a message. Unnecessary, let's keep it positive, people!

@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs 3 жыл бұрын

Care for you so aggressively love that description. Lol

@beatrizsalinas2775 3 жыл бұрын

Yep I agree!! If you think about it a regular home has a ton of issues, breaking plumbing, wear and tear, remodels changes as needed. why wouldnt a moving home not have any ???? Plus the past owners had it according to their needs. The beauty of the van is that you can quickly fix it cause its smaller! I understand the fans anger because they have had to fix all these issues but I think they went into it a little naive, where they were like they saw only the positives. Um when you aquire anything used you have to remember, you take in all the bad with the good.

@Amy-hj1qb 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad they’re getting the van looked at by professionals. I wish they had done this before taking it out on the road the first time. 😬

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like that would have been the smart thing...maybe the pandemic made them avoid that. Oh well, at least they got the pros this time

@533134 3 жыл бұрын

Agree

@ania5038 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAwkwardTourists No Nate's just insanely cheap and willing to risk his and Kara's lives to save a buck.

@roymarven2554 3 жыл бұрын

I feel so much happier that your van is now safe; I was getting worried. Kara, I recommend getting some rubber gloves for all those cleaning tasks but especially the toilet.

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

right?? I would have gloves and mask. Maybe hazmat suit 😂

@roymarven2554 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed!

@allthesehappycolors 3 жыл бұрын

That whole biking trip really prepared Nate’s body to spontaneously run a half-marathon. Wow.

@beckyinthebubble 3 жыл бұрын

Leave the original van owners alone! Besides, you clearly don't remember Nate's testing out his electrical skills... or propane skills... or--you know what? I am just happy they got the professional help they needed to fix everything! Nate and Kara are just brave enough to document all the crazy DIYs we do OFF camera!

@ameliasr3404 3 жыл бұрын

Becky in the Bubble cosmetic repairs...ok. But wires should be done by electricians.

@beckyinthebubble 3 жыл бұрын

@@ameliasr3404 I agree! I don't even trust myself to dye my own hair! People are certified to do things for a reason!

@MrHappyZorro 3 жыл бұрын

Kara, your masterpiece work of editing the bike adventure created a more compelling and enjoyable work of art than I could have expected from an entire team.

@aussiepup33 3 жыл бұрын

Nate: Test it with FIRE!?!? Electrician: no soap Nate: oh Classic!!

@SewFrancine6120 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you to John & Dan of Colorado Custom Camper for keeping Kara Warm & safe from Nate’s guesses on how to fix things. Sending you all prayers of safety , happiness and good health

@scottchilders4064 3 жыл бұрын

I had the most fun watching this vlog. The most I laughed was at the propane testing section. "With fire?" "Nah, with soap and water!" OMG that had me rolling. Really glad you guys were able to get it all done properly by professionals and that you are both safe. Enjoy that heater, hot water, signal extender, etc etc. Safe travel guys!!! Enjoy the West coast once you leave Boise. Oregon and Washington are gorgeous. If time permits, check out Multnomah falls alongside the Columbia River Gorge. Y'all with love it!!! Take care

@eugenec3501 3 жыл бұрын

Kara..."Dan's a magician", no he is an electrician! ⚡

@ameliasr3404 3 жыл бұрын

Eugene C absolutely

@vanlifebiker 3 жыл бұрын

Same thing. I'm an electrician too. 😂😎👍

@amyslowikgrossman835 3 жыл бұрын

Dan and John are so cute. I love how they're very nicely explaining how messed up everything was without being condescending. This was an awesome video. It's nice do know that there are specialist places like this.

@aetiusmontresor1332 3 жыл бұрын

“We haven’t showered in a week.. Should we take one?” Yes... I would say yes... I don’t think there would be any objections... XD

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

why is that even a question 😂

@leshawncolcloughgray3305 3 жыл бұрын

💯😂😂😂

@carolinecrowther821 3 жыл бұрын

@Amit Kumar omg wow calm down 😂

@CarbonatedLatte 3 жыл бұрын

thank god nate is not DIY-ing. lmao no setting himself on fire again

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

hopefully he's learned his lesson lol. Some things are worth paying for

@Explorcation 3 жыл бұрын

Kara and her sister: *smile for picture* Nate: it's a video 😆😂 Btw being able to turn on the heater from the bed sounds like pretty amazing vanlife!

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like that makes things so much easier...she's like oh in the morning I'll turn it on, and I'm like nope I would have that on all night!

@RetirementTravelers 3 жыл бұрын

If ANYONE can do a half marathon, it’s NATE (Kara, too!). The truth is you have what it takes to be competitive! Sign up for a race!

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

he's a dang machine lol. I bet Kara could do it as well!

@YVRCasting 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent edits Kara, while the faults are all being explained lol, very funny

@KaraandNate 3 жыл бұрын

😂👍🏻

@YVRCasting 3 жыл бұрын

@@KaraandNate I can imagine the same idea or effect being used when a chikd or teen is getting instructions or rules from a parent! 😂😂

@laylayg7406 3 жыл бұрын

Nate is the most motivated person I’ve ever seen

@KaraandNate 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed🙋🏻‍♀️

@SteveRam 3 жыл бұрын

Love how you edited them taking about the electrical, lol. that’s exactly how I hear certain things When I have no idea what their talking about too

@icestorm64 3 жыл бұрын

The mom in me was about to freak out about all the safety issues that were wrong with the van. Thank God you guys have stayed safe and it’s all fixed now.

@InternationalFeds 3 жыл бұрын

So happy that Kara finally managed to see her sister - I am sure you must have missed each other so much! ❤️ And all that wiring does look really complicated - anyone else struggled to follow when the professionals were explaining how everything is connected to each other? Glad that you guys are safe and managed to get these issues sorted out, and I hope that this vlog will encourage all other vanlifers out there seek out the help of qualified professionals when dealing with these kind of problems (unless of course they have relevant experience themselves).

@motherwolf8407 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Can't believe people would be mean enough to complain to the former owners of the van. Loved your adventures in today's video. Your positive attitudes through struggle are such an encouragement to me. Keep loving life! God bless you with many more adventures. I am pretty sure He will because you seem to be doing what God has called you to do.

@eilidhrodden5348 3 жыл бұрын

At least Nate isn't risking his life again! Although him trying to fix things was funny.

@jeffpro8 3 жыл бұрын

It was funny and scary at the same time 🤣

@MadroneHumanRights 3 жыл бұрын

I freaked out when he used fire to find propane leaks... lol.. So glad he was not hurt in that process.

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

I think he's learned his lesson haha

@byronclarson8377 3 жыл бұрын

Always showing the good and the bad of your travels and everyday life. that is why you are the best! love it!

@matzsn10 3 жыл бұрын

I can only imagine how your world got flipped SO upside down from traveling the world with whatever was on your backs to becoming essentially "home" owners and dealing with annoying issues that come with it. I give you guys so much credit for doing what you guys needed to do to continue your channel and traveling adventures even if that meant within the US. There really is SO much to do and see from coast to coast, and I hope you guys really get to see it all!

@vegansvango2300 3 жыл бұрын

OMG that is terrifying! So glad you fixed it before anything bad happened! The electrical and propane stuff scares me so much with our van build. I appreciate the tips you all shared in this video to keep us safe, too! We almost bought a used van, but after watching all of the issues you all have had with your van, we are so grateful we opted to do the build ourselves. Regardless, your van is beautiful and we are so glad to see you're getting the major issues fixed!

@burcinevrenkaya66 3 жыл бұрын

if you go to the original van video ( We bought a van) Kara re-edited to blur the original owners’ faces... You are nice people guys!! Internet hatred is real unfortunately...

@jeffpro8 3 жыл бұрын

Seriously?!!

@juanitarojas3359 3 жыл бұрын

Love the fact that you guys enjoy evey adventure and make the best of any bad situation 😍. Thank you guys and Thank you Kara for the hard work on the long blogvideos 🥰

@KaraandNate 3 жыл бұрын

💛💛💛

@umopapisdn123 3 жыл бұрын

There is something so lovely about how you bumble through new experiences in van life with such humility and share even your oops and bloops. Allows us all to believe we can learn from our mistakes if we set aside the fear of making them in the first place and just choose the next adventure!

@jjmcmaster55 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you to you both for bringing such joy to 2020! Your positivity and sense of adventure is so so wonderful to watch at home!

@dawnatishauser4223 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad that you had professionals redo your electrical systems and heating. Stay safe, I love you guys. Cheers

@shreyabharat 3 жыл бұрын

I've been following you guys for about two years now and just wanted to say that watching your videos is truly the highlight of my week

@hettiesadler4909 3 жыл бұрын

I agreee 💜

@koharkin2555 3 жыл бұрын

Such a considerate couple of each other, so sweet Nate always making Kara a morning coffee❣️💖 love how they support one other constantly, couple goals, definitely warms my heart 💓

@jelkakuhne8534 3 жыл бұрын

Hey guys, I'm watching your videos for a couple of months now. You found such a great alternative to travel, while around the world isnt easy in that days. And I love it how you find out new things about your van every single day. Your posting realistic videos and nothing fake what I like! King regards from Germany! 😊😊

@sophiestaheyeff3934 3 жыл бұрын

Nate putting the cup of coffee next to Kara while she was still sleeping gave me so much anxiety! Hahaha Love your vlogs

@weekendwarrior4790 3 жыл бұрын

This was my favorite episode is a long time and that saying allot. I love them all, so glad you guys are documenting the friends and family stuff🙏🏽🌸🍁🍁

$@MrRefractorman$

@MrRefractorman 3 жыл бұрын

In the last two weeks I've watched 97 of your videos (over 19 hours worth) and just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to make them. I've learned quite a bit and enjoyed watching you two enjoy your travels. Keep up the good work and best of luck in your current and future life chapters.

@msjaxson376 3 жыл бұрын

I do enjoy watching all your videos! I’m so glad you took care of all the safety issues with your van. I’m so looking forward to seeing more of your van travels.

@debbiecostrino7042 3 жыл бұрын

Your edits are the best!! I laughed every time you blurred up the technicians talking about all the things they were doing!! Great job!

@glgonz 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you are both safe. Hopefully having confidence in the van will reduce any stress you may have been dealing with.

@tylermikaelson1572 3 жыл бұрын

I just started watching you guys a few months ago. And I'll tell you what. You have pulled me out of my depression, you guys are so loving and awesome! Can't wait for more videos.

@PsalmS-vi8zl 3 жыл бұрын

So relieved to see your van was attended to, by folks that know what they are doing! I hope their business gets super blessed by this YT video! Be well and journey on.

@leanneadams2549 3 жыл бұрын

Hey guys ! If you love this Chanel as much as me PLS remember to watch the ads it’s literally only a few seconds and supports them ! I love the everyday day vlogs also on how real and raw they are ! It’s beautiful fall in Wisconsin also ! ❤️

@kaystarlo 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your transparency with your struggles getting professional help

@rosemaryscott4004 3 жыл бұрын

Kara and Nate. Just found you a week ago and binging on your travel videos. Awesome. So glad to see the world through your eyes. Keep up the good work and be safe.

@vievedejoy 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are struggling so hard, my poor babies! But you're handling it and I'm so proud of you! Also y'all's smiles when you got hot water really made my whole day :)

@carlosmatos2315 3 жыл бұрын

Never been so early! Good time to say how much I love your video’s, they are always so fun to watch :) (No matter if we can watch you traveling around the world or the awesome van adventures)

@jakerademaker5288 3 жыл бұрын

Everybody: Bored and excited to watch Kara and Nate Kara and Nate: Smelling there own poop Me: cant stop laughing

@katherinechandler5412 3 жыл бұрын

The joy you guys get from the most simple things is so inspiring ♥️

@michellew3932 3 жыл бұрын

Kara is such a beautiful happy soul! I feel so relaxed listening to her easy going attitude. When I’m wound up tight over stupid stuff I need to channel that type of energy, you have an awesome gal there Nate!

@barbg7264 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you guys got the work done professionally. 🙂 It must feel much safer now. Enjoying the videos. ❤️ And Nate, please don’t run another half marathon without hydration again. 😂 The feeling in your legs was due more to dehydration than running that distance. Totally preventable.

@mnelson929 3 жыл бұрын

Yessss.

@gracieee_q 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh waking up to a new Kara and Nate video is the best way to start my Sunday 😊😊

@camilleerskine5815 3 жыл бұрын

After 3 months of watching all your videos from the beginning, I was 21 mins into your 100th country video when this vlog was uploaded. I was just crying watching that video, so proud of both of you!!!

@annabelle3372 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats!!! Y’all are the reason that I want to travel the world, and I can’t wait to see what the future has in hold for you 💛💛💛

@arlenesolis024 3 жыл бұрын

Kara: omg there’s hot water...let’s take a shower 🚿. (Note: “we haven’t shower in a week! ) lmao 😂

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

van life lol

@arlenesolis024 3 жыл бұрын

The Awkward Tourist lmao I love it

@MazzerineSea 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, eek. She also said that in a recent video.

@0_Sid_0 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the biking videos and I'm eager to check the new changes to the van. Just watched the aftermath of the bike trip video. And as soon as it ended this video got posted and so here I am.

@Devjacksonn 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been jumping around the vlogs watched the bike series completely backwards, but I’m soooo inspired and happy everytime you guys post! I know I could never do van life so I appreciate watching through you!

@trebleclef621 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad these issues got addressed! Safety first! Glad nothing terrible happened to y'all!

@The101Rurple 3 жыл бұрын

You two are unbelievable, it's so inspiring I'm running out of words. Nate making me laugh because I know NOTHING about electrics and vans. He knows far more than me! And a marathon, are you serious?! NATE YOU MACHINE! Don't tell Rick, he'll find a Colorado Trail-like marathon to run with you and Dusty!

@Steve_Farwalker 3 жыл бұрын

" Should we take a shower? We haven't showered in a week. Should we take one"? That look on Kara's face....like she found a treasure chest.

@lihoney819 3 жыл бұрын

Kara and Nate you two are seriously my favourite, I get so happy when I see there's a new video! 🤩 Really glad your van is safer now and that you have hot water and a heater! 🥳 Stay safe! 🌼

@ginastepney2502 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy to see you both! So glad your van is safe now! Happy travelss

@karenwacker1817 3 жыл бұрын

Sunday mornings are complete with Kara & Nate and coffee!! 💕

@travellingsajju5340 3 жыл бұрын

@kayleemckinney6961 3 жыл бұрын

Nate : “it doesn’t smell good but it doesn’t smell like poop.” Kara : “I WANNA SMELL IT” 😭🤣🤣

@TheAwkwardTourists 3 жыл бұрын

she's braver than me lol

@amesavis 3 жыл бұрын

remember they hadn't showered in a week so how could they tell?

@millieroman2017 3 жыл бұрын

@@amesavis you hit it right on the nose, lol!

@vintagebanana5241 3 жыл бұрын

Omg I’m SO glad that y’all are ok. I don’t know what I would do without you two! 💞😊

@cynthiajohnson6747 3 жыл бұрын

I think it’s great you all show the hard parts and the fun stuff. It’s really nice to see the reality of van life

@arlenesolis024 3 жыл бұрын

First impressions of the title of the new vlog: oh no what’s Nate trying to fix?? 😱 electric ⚡️ or gas 💨 🤕💥but the part of the composting cleaning had me lmao 😂. It like watching a train wreck...you can’t look away. Thank god you guys got professional to help fix your van. Now LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN

@randyward2766 3 жыл бұрын

We were all playing around before but I think it is confirmed that Nate is lucky to have survived this van for this long. #sleepingonafirehazard

@ania5038 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah and he's the one who caused not only the safety issues with the stove but also installed the top cable cover that was the only one that was in danger of causing a fire. But as usual, he managed to blame it all on other people instead of taking responsibility. Same thing happened when he forced Kara to do the glacier hike, he blamed the weather for turning on them even though it had been thunderstorming since they woke up, and the guide for giving them 'outdated information' even though it was their responsibility to research the trail.

@randyward2766 3 жыл бұрын

@@ania5038 I mean, I think they stated that it was a bad idea. Made a mistake. No worries.

@ania5038 3 жыл бұрын

@@randyward2766 Yeah I mean make one mistake fine but they're driving around with broken water pipes yet again because they are too cheap to go to a plumber to weather-proof their plumbing...

@samsass3789 3 жыл бұрын

you guys are amazing and never cease to amaze me! I love y'all so much and so happy you joined the camper/van life!!!

@cklugel 3 жыл бұрын

My Mom turned us on to your channel ( forever grateful)... we are re- living our travel days through you and having so much fun!!!! We didn’t go to as many countries but have some awesome stories to tell our kids one day- Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Peru, Bahamas, Bali, Hong Kong, Singapore, Spain, France, Ukraine ( where we adopted our boys), Denmark, and Canada.

@lunalovegood7384 3 жыл бұрын

You guys just can't get a break with this van. Glad everything is fixed though. Love your videos😀

@bsweatt4927 3 жыл бұрын

And now I know I will never attempt to build out a van. 😔

@catherinekinder4623 3 жыл бұрын

The title for this should’ve been “Pimp Our Van” 😂😂😂 so excited to see the next journey!!!

@tamisnowden8555 3 жыл бұрын

Kara..your editing is amazing. You capture emotion like...on point. The back and forth on the electric probs...with the dizzy movement...was like...yep totally how I felt. You are amazing!!!! You bring fixing the van so interesting!!! Thank you for your work Kara. Nice job Nate on the 1/2 marathon.

@Azmodan911 3 жыл бұрын

You two just make me smile. 20ish minutes of feel good-ness, every time.

@farts6499 3 жыл бұрын

This van is the perfect example of why you never buy someone else's half finished project.

@passionfruitfruit 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely true.

@CarbonatedLatte 3 жыл бұрын

yes! it seemed like the previous owners had known about the problems in the first place (considering they lived in there) thats why they wanted to sell it (and maybe omitting those problems during the deal to sell it right away but meh who knows 🤷🏻‍♀️ )

@Skittl1321 3 жыл бұрын

Or get a thorough inspection before you do

@dlarri 3 жыл бұрын

@@CarbonatedLatte as far as ive heard they wanted to sell it cause they got pregnant and wanted to work on a new van in which they could sleep as 3 people instead of 2 - not sure tho

@drewkryptonite 3 жыл бұрын

Most RVs and Sprinter Van mods always require this type of work to be done. Regardless of whether bought new or used. Especially if living in it fulltime. I know. I lived in an RV travelling all over the states for two years. It was brand new and required new circuit boards for the fridge and furnace after just a couple months.

@Lyssawilcox 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t get over Nate just casually and randomly deciding to run half a marathon 😂

@chew2elah 3 жыл бұрын

Of all the channels I subscribe to, yours are the ones I am most excited to see. Thank you for sharing your great adventures with us all. Keep up the fun and be safe.

@popsock1 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you guys got the van sorted out and can be toasty warm (in the van and in the shower!) 🥳 Thank you John and Dan for your (very long 😯) hours of hard work to keep our favourite vloggers safe and warm! 👍🏻👍🏻

@saratsegai1912 3 жыл бұрын

Still obsessed with your content! Your videos have definitely encouraged me to be more positive and get out and enjoy the simple things. Just saying thanks 🤗

@KattieMetChris 3 жыл бұрын

I've become convinced you guys bought a van that was a disaster waiting to happen just to increase the challenge rating of the trip 😁😂🤣 Love Kara's look of absolute joy when hot water finally flowed forth from the faucet 😊 You guys rock!