Van life through the winter

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6 жыл бұрын

Van life through the winter. Michael Coughlan explains how you can maintain van life through the winter! Conquer the winter while living in your van! With the help of a dependable heating source one can be as comfortable as one needs. Each day feels like an adventure and you realize the possibilities of a mobile lifestyle are endless. Michael also shows off the first of two custom swivel front seats. Keep your wood stove well maintained and your frying pans clean!

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@crjmoto 6 жыл бұрын

Although others would disagree, I'd say you're living the good life! I'm taking the van down to AZ next week to thaw. Good luck with the MD gig!

@TheTraveler2222 4 жыл бұрын

Those that disagree have yet to realize the truth. We want so much but need so little. Good health, family and love is really all we need

@rv-guysurvivalchannel975 Жыл бұрын

Great video brother I'm planning on putting a wood stove in my van also. Should be fun!

@MichaelCoughlanmusic Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@darrinlumby3296 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid! I’ve got a little trick for keeping your stove burning nice and clean, and simple to boot. Just throw a aluminum pop or beer can in with the wood once a day. This will create a barrier, so creosote can’t bond to your chimney. I’ve been doing this for years, and it works like a charm. Good luck, happy trails, safe travels, and God bless 👊

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Darrin! Is it important how you position the can in the stove? Or just toss it in? And then do you leave it in for the rest of the day?

@darrinlumby3296 4 жыл бұрын

Michael Coughlan My stove is full size, so it burns up a can quickly, so I’m thinking you could get a couple days off one. As far as placement, a nice hot spot is what I look for.

@aucoinroland9072 6 жыл бұрын

Good video . The Dickenson gas fireplace for boats are also good for vans or rvs

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 6 жыл бұрын

I will check it out!

@aucoinroland9072 6 жыл бұрын

There is a blogger called Justin Incredible. He made a video about this a few years ago and a lady called Jessica Baba uses one also ( a Dickerson stove I mean ) . But I sure like your van and stove , really neat

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 6 жыл бұрын

Ha ha! I had mine before Justin. He had a gas stove before he got the Cubic Mini. Seems he had to upgrade. I have seen his vid. Thanks for watching Aucoin!

@chitlinsfooyung5959 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! It’s further confirmation that the #VanLife is for me.

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 6 жыл бұрын

You got it fressh! Get your rig ready and don't look back!

@sippingandslandering 6 жыл бұрын

My guy has a off road van wow. Never seen a van with moves like that

@Josh-vk9gs 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy winter camping videos. Or in your case winter living in a van. Its great. I hope to see more from you!

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Josh Phillips Thank you JP, more vids on the way!

@cherbear1996 6 жыл бұрын

No room in my van for even the smaller cub...plus i dont want to get up every 2 hrs to put wood in stove..when its super cold(below 50 for me) i will be plugging in and using space heaters..but i do love wood stoves

@ZoTime747 6 жыл бұрын

Love your channel keeping coming

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time KB!

@chickenman101ful 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice man. I don't know which I miss more this winter my Harley or my tired van.

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 6 жыл бұрын

Your van, of course! Thanks for watching Vanning in the 306!

@blurke 6 жыл бұрын

Stay cooool and warm Metal buddy.

@David-rx2to 6 жыл бұрын

Next time you clean your flue pipe, instead of working hard with wire brushes and whatever, remove the pipe and lay it on the ground in a safe place...squirt the inside of it generously with a flammable liquid...light it up with a piece of newspaper and let it burn out your creosote build up. After the fire goes out and the pipe cools enough to handle, there should be nothing but loose grey ash in there. New sub here.

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome David! Thanks for the idea.

@bigtransitadventures7449 6 жыл бұрын

New sub #198, glad I came across your channel and look forward to watching your videos !

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support BTA! I'm working on a new video now - insulation for the flue pipe of my wood stove. Should be posted in a few hours.

@bobhope5773 6 жыл бұрын

Hi michael :) thanks for the link! Good to hear you got you flu sorted :D Really happy you took no offence at my advice, especially as I was worried about the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning. (Do you have a carbon monoxide alarm, if not I highly recommend you get one)! I had a look through your videos but couldn't find a "van tour" could you link me if you have one or could you film one if you haven't, i know a lot of people would love to see a tour of your awesome van! I love van life videos and I know a lot of other people do also, many people do a youtube searches for "van tours" and it would be a great way to bring people to your channel. I have just Subscribed to your channel and I look forward to more videos from you! Wishing you all the best from the UK, Bob :) Happy New Year!

@mikemarkle158 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Michael thanks for the great video i have a question for you can you use the fire wood bio blocks in your wood stove ? Thanks again for the great video cheers

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 6 жыл бұрын

Sorry I'm not familiar with fire wood bio blocks! Basically the manufacturer suggests hard wood, no pellets. But they are very good at answering questions. You can find them here: cubicminiwoodstoves.com/

@billkrause4585 4 жыл бұрын

Good VID, looks like you're living a great winter life in that van. I like your wood burner. Will that log last you the night? My friend has an old coal furnace below his three bay maintenance garage, which he burn wood now of course. He tells me to clean out his chimney stack he simply burns paper on occasions in this so-called wood burner. He says he inspects the chimney periodically and its clear. This old-timer was an active fireman and his son is currently the local Fire Chief, so I take him for his word he know what he's doing. Tell us about your van, like age, mileage, in great shape? Is it a 350 V-8 engine? Have you considered a 12VDC Diesel Fueled Heater ($169) for those times between getting loads of wood, or when your cleaning the wood burner? I'm a new subscriber, so hey a thumbs up and a HELLO from western PA. USA.

@furlvr1961 5 жыл бұрын

Love the beard. You're a handsome man!

@MaliciousSRT 5 жыл бұрын

Everyone with that stove has had to deal with creosote issues because the flu pipe is so small. We found an old pot belly stove on kijiji for next to nothing with a regular size stove pipe that we use in our cabin up north, just an FYI. Great channel and videos

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 5 жыл бұрын

SP392 Awesome. A bargain! I clean mine every 2 or 3 weeks depending on useage and that seems to do me well. I find the size too good to swap it out for something with less maintenance. Besides, I have a stainless steel flu which is insulated with muffler wrap. Thanks for watching!

@MaliciousSRT 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers from Parklawn and Lakeshore

@WanderingNature 5 жыл бұрын

Oh I just found your channel where in Canada are you? I sure want to get a little wood stove like that for my van!

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 5 жыл бұрын

Wandering Nature In Toronto. Thanks for watching!

@taylordguitar 5 жыл бұрын

Can you run that stove all night without dying or whatever? Do you just crack a window and let the stove run??

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 5 жыл бұрын

Yep. You have to get up every 3 hours or so to add more wood though. Thanks for stopping by!

@Mikinct 5 жыл бұрын

Different woods burn faster or slower, some say pine will burn slowly all night long

@rayshellgoretee2891 4 жыл бұрын

Ernest p Worrell is that you?!

@johnnyappleseed.4420 4 жыл бұрын

What type of wood stove is that?

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Johnny. It's a 'Cubic Mini Woodstove Cub'.

@monkey-trial...6578 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Michael. If you see this comment I wanted to say I’ve been trying to find a way of contacting you directly- or as directly as possible as I have some questions about van life in Ontario. I plan to have bought and finished a van by this time next year. So my questions mainly have to do with connecting with others in Ontario or thereabouts bc I’m going it alone. And apropos of nothing really I’m a fledgling comedian. Anyway - I know for sure I’d like to make connections with other people who live on the road. Lastly - I’ve heard you’re not supposed to put your email address on public posts but I can be found easily on Facebook. Thanks! And break your leg or whatever it is people say as not to jinx an actor!

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 5 жыл бұрын

KZfaq, FB groups/communities, Twitter, Instagram are all pretty decent ways to get connected to vandom. Lots of ideas and sharing going on. Feel free to ask questions, I have found everyone to be pretty cool. I hope your ride turns out well. You could do a comedy tour and never have to book a hotel room.

@Dr.Mini_moe 4 жыл бұрын

How much did it cost to get the van and convert it

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Hello MO, the van cost me about $2000 CAD (maybe $1500 USD?), and most things required in the renovation were used materials - wood panelling, counter & shelving made of repurposed 2"x4", etc. My TV was a used purchase from online classifieds, the swivel it's on was new, I did buy some new insulation for between the walls, and some faux counter top tiles (from the dollar store!). My buddy Mike had a wealth of stuff in his garage including the carpet for the floor, and I am forever indebted to him for his help in building, repairing (motor), and advising on this crazy journey to freedom. It's hard to put a figure on all of that stuff since it just kind of grew organically over the years. But rest assured, you can have yourself a KILLER lil' van for $4000 CAD ($3000 USD?) if you're not of a 'mint condition' mentality. I consider my ride a cabin on wheels. Used, comfortable. Thanks for watching!

@Dr.Mini_moe 4 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelCoughlanmusic so I'm completely interested in this van life. Do you recommend buying a converted van. If so where do i begin to look

@MichaelCoughlanmusic 4 жыл бұрын

@@Dr.Mini_moe I would look around on classified ad sites (we have kijiji here in Canada, a bit like Craigslist but better organized). Look for something that matches what you want - could you do with a minivan for example? Because that will be less of a cost on gas. But if you need something bigger (I love a full sized van for the space, but I am 6' tall) a full sized van or a cube van maybe better. Maybe a small school bus? Then you can stand inside. The most important thing is that the vehicle is mechanically sound. If you get to the point of actually shopping for vehicles, make sure they let you take it to a mechanic for an inspection, unless you have an associate (with mechanical knowledge) who can come with you for the test drive.

@Dr.Mini_moe 4 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelCoughlanmusic okay awesome thanks so much.