VAN LIFE - Top 10 Essential Items

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VAN LIFE VLOG: Ep:67 → Our top 10 essentials we have in our van. Traveling in such a small space can be hard but these 10 items make life so much easier when traveling in our 2022 Ram Promaster Tellaro 20A. Doesn't matter if you are in a Ram Promaster Van, Sprinter Van, Converted Van (we hope to do this one day), Class C, or even Class A, these gadgets can help you too! When traveling in an RV, Space is limited and these are the items that we think are most important!
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@smoreadventures Жыл бұрын

We absolutely love our 17 inch Blackstone griddle! Very portable. We cook just about everything on it, including cinnamon rolls! Hillary's chair wins for us.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a great one! And you can make cinnamon rolls on it…sold! 😂

@aschor7571 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Hillary's chair wins. I love all the practical tips. Weber makes a portable grill that uses a small canister of propane. It works great!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks Amy!!! Woot! Woot! Bob said he will have to look that grill up! Thanks!

@pippy2334 6 ай бұрын

have the Weber and also just purchased a pleasure way trying to figure out if that will work for the van!

@TrishBenedict Жыл бұрын

I'm a little late to the party here, but I veto both those chairs, as too bulky or too tricky to put together. We got a couple of Cliq chairs AND Cliq Lounges. They go together in a flash and pack up very small. We got the two chairs for something quick to set up if we just wanted to stop somewhere for lunch, and we also got the two lounge chairs so we could stretch out and lean back and watch the stars. We carry a couple of stools that we can put our feet up on. And the one stool is actually our dog's elevated bed, so it has dual use. Cliq just finished its 20% off Memorial Day sale, but they tend to have major holiday sales. (or reach out to them and see if they give you a couple for free is "influencers") That's where I got mine last year. They aren't in the stores so you have to buy direct, and they're pricey-ish, but they have a very generous free return, free shipping policy. And their customer service is great. When I was still holding out and couldn't make up my mind about whether I wanted a Lounge for myself or not - my husband loved it, I was on the fence - they gave me an extra month and they even contacted me to see if I needed extra time! Nice people. As for the grill-stove, I had the same one and I just gave it away last month. We bought it in 2015 and quickly found that it wasn't very useful. I don't grill meat and the little burner on the left side isn't big enough for a skillet without putting the windscreen down. It's really made for grilling plus a side sauce or something. Ours worked fine and I used the little burner quite a lot through the years, but we only used the grill once and that was in 2021 when someone gave us a vacuum, sealed, frozen filet mignon that was accidentally included in their delivery of fresh vegetables. We tossed it in the freezer and took it to Big Bend national Park, and I grilled it up for my husband. He eats steak I don't. And it was like Coals to Newcastle importing a steak into Texas! But I decided to get rid of the grill and gave it to a young friend of ours who's just starting camping. We also have a Blackstone grill that we've never used because it's just so bulky. If we ever cross paths, I'd be glad to bring it to you! BTW, Bob thought that he could plug the Coleman into the outside propane system. I don't know if that's possible. All I know is that I bought ours with that idea in mind when we bought our little A-frame trailer… only to find that the propane system on board was high pressure and the Coleman was low pressure. I don't know if in the intervening seven or eight years they've change the pressures to make them more compatible, but I can tell you that they aren't always compatible. (The FIT RV just did a quick video about buying the Weber Q 1200 because it was compatible with the pressure on their EKKO. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jbdiiaV1r63egqM.html ) And I'm totally with Hillary on the electric blanket!

@PhotoGearFun Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great tips! We have a lot of the same items in our van Maxine. For outdoor cooking I love my Blackstone Griddle. I wasn't a "griddle" guy before we started camping but one good smashburger has made me a convert so much so I bought a griddle insert from my Webber grill at home. Those blacktank pods are a great product for sure. just toss one in and you are done like you said. Cheers and happy camping.

@cathyaugruso6410 Жыл бұрын

I like Hillary’s chair

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks Cathy!!!❤️

@michaelsykes6679 Жыл бұрын

I like my Eureka SPRK Portable Butane Grill for VanLife. It comes with a grill top and you can also get a griddle topper. It replaces my Weber and Blackstone I used to carry when we had our travel trailer and truck and you know... room!

@Rashnak66 Жыл бұрын

small broom/dustpan .... paper towel holder ... matt for outside door (which you have!)... leveling blocks... small container for stinky slinky

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Agree! All very important!

@nancyconnell3886 Жыл бұрын

I couldn't get my coleman camp stove to light in 31 degree weather ! Neither could my dad! He & Mom took it back & got me a Winchester Trailblazer camp stove ...worked great!!! That was 1975 & I still have my Winchester!

@janeYS Жыл бұрын

super helpful tips and you guys share them in a fun way.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@xchaosxkittenx7441 Жыл бұрын

I just got the Coleman 4 in 1 cooking system and will be using that for all my cooking needs in my van. It comes with a grill, griddle and a wok so that helps to save a bunch of space.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a great one!

@CharlieGraceAdventure Жыл бұрын

Great tips - I've never thought about the iPad holder to use on my wall. That would be super helpful.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@chriswhotton7056 9 ай бұрын

We have the Cadac Grillo Chef 40 BBQ, it comes with its own carry bag , the grill allows you to use a frying pan if you wish there great comes to bits in seconds , great video cheers Chris.

@duranx2137 10 ай бұрын

Wonderful honest videos.

@ramontoro 10 ай бұрын

Interesting information, thanks

@mikemanjo2458 Жыл бұрын

Agree on TST orange drop ins! Work great! The cloth baskets are great, too! Hillary’s chair wins, although I have one like his!😂 Jane in SC❤🙏🏻 Yes on electric blanket!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jane!!!!! Woot! Woot!

@jodistpierre8727 Жыл бұрын

Love your channel fun and informative keep rock’n …

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🥳

@terrynberry893 Жыл бұрын

Hillary's chair wins for me. Thanks for the great video.

@banditausa Жыл бұрын

Hands down Hillary your chair is my fav. I have something very similar 😁 and I love it!!!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Yay!!! Thanks!!!❤️

@davekent20 Жыл бұрын

With my Nespresso machine I hit the button twice with the same pod. It tastes great and you save money.👍👍🇺🇸

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Right on! Smart thinkers!

@racquel9911 Жыл бұрын

Hilary's chair for sure. Looks super comfy and not as fussy. Win win!😃

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

It really is! Thanks!!! 🥳

@mimztreasures7648 Жыл бұрын

Good Morning! LOVE. LOVE, LOVE your videos. We pick up a new 2023 Thor Rize 18A (similar to the 18T with sky bunk but with bathroom and less storage) tomorrow and I've been stressing BIG TIME if I bought the right van too. Few questions please...big difference to driving the 18T to your Tellaro at 20plus feet? gas mileage much different? do you miss the smaller van? Glad you went bit larger? This is my 3rd attempt at convincing my husband to do road trips and it does get expensive to make mistakes. Love to hear your answers and thank you in advance. Few back to you that I found watching other videos....#1Beddy's which is all the bedding in one, #2 nstapot now has a mini air fryer that also bakes, roasts, etc. it's small and hoping works great. and #3 Roadtrippers app and website which you probably know already. what a fabulous app I learned even better watching videos. My fingers are crossed for tomorrow's pickup. we live in FL and New Mexico. sons flying here today to drive van back to NM for as the van was $13k less here in Florida. Again, LOVE your videos. Safe travels to you both!!!

@LastNameTom Жыл бұрын

We have an induction stove inside the van, but also have a single burner propane/butane dual burner with the 1lb refillable Flame King propane bottle if we want to cook outside for whatever reason. Refilling that from my 20lb BBQ tank costs 90 cents, and about $1 when refilling it at U-Haul. I HIGHLY recommend buying one of those because you can always top off before you leave and not worried about bringing multiple single use tanks because you dont know if one is empty or not.

@standingmannequin7911 Жыл бұрын

Good advice. I also really really like my electric blanket, it's winter. Now as far as outdoor cooking goes I highly suggest you look at the Country Smoker. It uses wood pellets (set it and forget it) and is the size of the smallest propane grill. It's the perfect size for a few people and your dinners will taste so much better. Can be used as a grill too, I like reverse searing my meat for a few minutes after smoking an hour or two.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

This sounds amazing. Will be looking it up. Thanks! Love a good smoker and if it’s small even better.

@jerylannepeterson-heatherd3650 Жыл бұрын

Hillary's chair ...hands down. I want to lounge. Great video! Thanks!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Yay!!!! -Hillary

@jzwilkinson Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video 😂 Totally on point. I just bought a Thor Sanctuary 19P. You honestly cant beat the size and the ease of driving. Im trying to figure out how to make the toilet/shower experience better 😂

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Totally agree! If you figure it out let us know 😂🚽🛁

@kevinhenry177 Жыл бұрын

Bob that’s a great chair, but Hillary’s chair is the way to go it is comfortable and you can put your feet up! I love your videos keep them coming❤

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

I agree….😂 you have a good point!

@a.mstree Жыл бұрын

Nice ideas! ✨ Thanks!😊✌🏼

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks!

@angeladawn805 Жыл бұрын

Great tips 😁

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😊

@MoominLoma Жыл бұрын

Volcano grill/ stove. Runs on wood, propane or charcoal. Packs up very small. Chair- both! Having one smaller one makes it so Hillary has room for her bigger one 😊

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Great point!!! Will look that grill up! Thanks!

@milomeloy Жыл бұрын

I really like my Eureka Ignite 2-burner. They come in a couple sizes, I have the smallest one (light green color) and it's been really great to cook with. I used one for almost 2 years in my last build, and bought another one for my current van :) Great video!!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@deborahallford7337 Жыл бұрын

You could also use a heating pad for bedtime. I recommend the Blackstone grill!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@theroaminggnomad 5 күн бұрын

Yeah anytime you can put your feet up it's usually more comfortable. They make a tabletop version of the Blackstone propane grill/griddle ? I want one myself.

@hank1527 Жыл бұрын

I love my camp chef single and double burners but they do take a lot of space and best use with 5lb propane tank. For compact, take a look at Jetboil Genesis basecamp dual burners folding stove. It takes very little space and popular with campers, Jeepers but little expensive

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Looking not at that one! Thanks!

@kimair59 Жыл бұрын

Hello from Tucson, I have a Scope and love it. My electric blanket is a must too! Definitely Hillary’s chair and the TST drop ins another must. My friends I camp with have a Blackstone, it is awesome.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Hello 👋 We love Tucson! The scope is awesome! That’s another vote for a blackstone. We might have to get that one. Thanks!

@kimair59 Жыл бұрын

@@Vancaskeys Tucson is awesome but I love coming your way too. Who am I kidding, anywhere, anytime! ❤️ …with my electric blanket Bob! Can’t believe he wouldn’t put it in the top ten!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

@@kimair59 haha! Right!

@sonofagun3727 Жыл бұрын

Bob's chair for sure. Compact size. I have a similar one

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Agree with that logic. Bob

@Blztrls 8 ай бұрын

Nice selection, have all 10 of your top 10 (different brands). One other essential is a cordless blower. I use it to blow out sand & dirt from the van and outside camp area.

@Vancaskeys 8 ай бұрын

Great tip! We actually do the same thing! Brillant!

@dianadeats6733 Жыл бұрын

Cuisinart has a nice compact stove, we enjoy ours.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

We will look that one up!! Thanks!

@susananderson9619 Жыл бұрын

I used to sprinkle a packet of RV toilet stuff into the lined 5 gallon bucket I used when a truck driver

@rebbar64 Жыл бұрын

I like the big chair!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Another for the big chair! Woot! Woot!

@conchscooter Жыл бұрын

Well done video. Great links. We use baking soda in our porta potty. We spend winters touring mainland Mexico in our van and baking soda for odor control is cheap effective and everywhere. PS I’m getting Hillary’s chair for my wife.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Great tip! That’s brilliant!

@duranx2137 10 ай бұрын

Hillary’s chair. Good for elevation-and stretching hamstring and pump feet for lower leg/ankle stretch.

@tobymkay Жыл бұрын

Camp Chef Everest propane stove has worked great for us. You can also buy a bag custom made for it so it stores away nicely. I use with the 1lb propane tanks, so no clue on connecting to your propane, but I'm sure that info is out there. As for chairs, I vote maximum comfort - ours are the plush puffy fold ups similar to Hillary's but with much more padding. Ahhh!!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Oh I’ll have to look that one up. Thanks!!! Thanks for voting for the comfy chair! Although yours sounds even better!!!!

@pippy2334 6 ай бұрын

hi, do you travel with the propane on your van because I read that You shouldn’t do that, so I’m just wondering because I also have a small stove with a bunch of 1 gallon Attachments of propane

@tobymkay 6 ай бұрын

I only carry the small Coleman stove type propane cylinders. Typically keep 3 or 4 stored in the back of the van and buy more as needed.

@truefuschniken Жыл бұрын

Hilary’s chair!!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

🥳🥳🥳

@dianejimenez8327 Жыл бұрын

Hello Bob and Hillary 🤗 I heard the blackstone Grill works good .. thats the one we would like to get. Between the two chairs ..for our van ..Bob's chair would work best for us. YES.. to the electric blanket!!! 👍 And I love the baskets' good price too👍Wanted to share ..We bought to put in our van ..A Thermo Pro digital temperature and humidity monitor room thermometer (Amazon). We also bought a handle.. to place in the opening of the sliding door to get in and out much easier !!! Thanks for sharing your great ideas !!! Good night 😊😁❤️🙏

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Hi Diane and Alfred! Lot's of great ideas here! Thanks! Bob said thanks for voting for his chair 😂

@dianejimenez8327 Жыл бұрын

@Vancaskeys less is more for our van can't carry to much .. Thinking simple 👍 Have a beautiful day to you both !!! 🌄

@davidlundy5007 Жыл бұрын

I actually installed a tv with dvd player in the bedroom area. Although I’m always on my IPad. So thinking about removing the tv which I never watch and getting that iPad holder. Great idea.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks! It has worked well so far!

@tinahuynh-chandee892 Жыл бұрын

Hillary’s chairs 🎉 Always need a cup holder lol

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Yes!!!! Agree!!

@passengerintime26 Жыл бұрын

I'm from South Africa and I have just found you guys... Subscribed because I love your Energy... Hillary your chair is prime for sure👌. I look forward to seeing more of your videos ❤️

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Yay! Welcome! Thanks for the vote!😂

@passengerintime26 Жыл бұрын

@@Vancaskeys in South Africa we aren't able to travel like you guys can. Its just not safe. I see channels like yours and allow myself to dream... So I'm afraid I'll be living through you and your adventures if you don't mind. 😁😉👌

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

@@passengerintime26 that makes sense...we are happy to show you adventures on our channel! Thanks for watching!

@davidthomson5183 Жыл бұрын

Bob's chair. We have two! They are comfy...and they take up such little space. I'm sure Hillary's chair is super comfy. We have a Solo stove, the Ranger. It fits in the garage. But, needing wood and the concern regarding transport of wood between states, we are looking for a small propane fire ring instead.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

So true...better to store in the van. We have looked at getting a solo stove. But agree about wood transportation.

@nancyskean6425 Жыл бұрын

17” Blackstone grill I recommend!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@olamartensson3156 Жыл бұрын

Hi, always fun to see your videos about American motorhomes. Quite different from our Swedish Kabe motorhomes 😁

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Really? We need to come to Sweden and check them out!

@olamartensson3156 Жыл бұрын

@@Vancaskeys I think you should definitely do that, Sweden is a perfect country to go in a motorhome.😁

@AnthTony 11 ай бұрын

Awesome ideas!! Curious - where did you find the “VAN LIFE” letters you have at the entrance? TIA!!

@pvsandee1 Жыл бұрын

Definitely Hillary's chair!

@rexbarcarse6022 Жыл бұрын

where do you guys store the Lagun table? Looking to install one as well like the one on your other video. thanks!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

In the overhead cubby...it doesn't take up too much space at all!

@ams14691 Жыл бұрын

Hillary’s chair wins! 👍 The iPad mount is one I’d like to have! Lots of good ideas!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! Woot! Woot! Hillary’s chair is winning!

@cjjin7795 Жыл бұрын

Weight and size, I give it to Costco's chair (we have two).

@chunAiChee Жыл бұрын

Hi really enjoy your videos 🥳 I have the same van! The bed size is kinda weird that I couldn’t find a mattress size that fit. I wonder where you get yours mattress. Any pointers is much appreciated!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Awesome! We bought two mattresses and cut one to custom-fit it. We also put a mattress topper over it so that it smoothed it out. We bought the Simmons 8" Medium Gel Memory Foam Mattress from Costco. They are foam mattresses and, therefore, can be cut. We bought a twin and cut that one, and bought a full size. Hope this helps!

@alanhester9984 Жыл бұрын

We have used a Weber grill for 30 years, love grilling outside almost all of our meals we grill outside. Don't want a stove for outside as it duplicates what the RV already has. I am not a fan of folding bag chairs as when you are older and need the arms to help get you up they break. And yes I have an electric blanket on our bed and wouldn't be with out it, no power fire up the generator for 30 min and you have a warm bed to get in to. I hate being cold.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

We have thought about a weber grill. They are great ones. Agree about the stove. You are right no need to double up.

@JustMe-vi8nx Жыл бұрын

These chairs are worth every dime - GCI Outdoor Pico Arm Chair

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

👏👏👏

@SMafam5 4 ай бұрын

Iclimb has a similar one - cheaper than the Front Runner chairs too.

@jmonserrat2018 Жыл бұрын

Get a Blackstone !!! I love ours.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Looking at it now! Thanks!

@bettysclassctohightopvanca4451 Жыл бұрын

Hillary’s chair by far wins!!! You can sit for hours camping & that punny chair of Bobs would not do it for me with a bad back. No no. Lol😊

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Haha! Agree!

@user-if9ij2zp1d 9 ай бұрын

Holaaa, thanks for sharing. We are newbies with our Entegra Ethos, a lot of details to remember. I have a couple questions, can you help us out??

@debberkebile4396 Жыл бұрын

You can get 12v mattress pad warmers and they are great

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

No way! What a great idea!

@debberkebile4396 Жыл бұрын

@@Vancaskeys oh yea took it to Glacier NP and it was great. Plugs into USB and heats like a charm with little electric

@docbarham2431 Жыл бұрын

Have a look at the CADAC grill/oven

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Ok!

@jarrettbrown5013 8 ай бұрын

Yall should get a Blackstone griddle, can do so many different meals on one cooking surface!

@Vancaskeys 8 ай бұрын

Yeah that one would be great!

@cj9667 Жыл бұрын

That’s a hard one…I like Bob’s chair because of the compact size and Hillary’s because you can truly lounge. So whatever works for you BOTH. Camp Chef Everest series is amazing. Do you have an outside table? The iPad holder is clever! Heating blanket🤣. With the folding step stool I was thinking ..both 6 ft what do you need to reach? 8 in mattress on top of the bed..princess and the pea! You guys in AZ? No red rocks so it isn’t Sedona!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Totally good points on the chairs. We do have an outside table. Princes and the Pea 😂😂😂 Your not wrong! We are in AZ.

@scottfranson4215 Жыл бұрын

Do you guy’s use Sun Shade’s for your visors or just sun glasses.

@quacker998 Жыл бұрын

Oo trasharoo packed midnight snack for bears 😂

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Oh no!!!! 😂🤣

@JJ-dn1gw Жыл бұрын

We have the same van!!! We love it We use the Weber grill it has worked great for us it’s the Q 1200 hooks up really easy to the propane with a quick connect We have a question we want to carry a spare tire what kind is your setup?😊

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

That is awesome! We have the Aluminess Set up..box, ladder, tire mount. We bought the spare tire separately.

@kellycorf9011 Жыл бұрын

Bob’s chair all day long!!!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Finally! 😂 Thanks! -Bob

@slandry5576 Жыл бұрын

Ditch the Coleman stove & get yourselves a 17" Blackstone with hood. You wont regret it. P.S. where did you get those little tiles that spell Vanlife under the BMPro? would love to get some for our Tellaro.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Oh great one!!! We got the letters from a little boutique in arizona.

@jperzzon 7 ай бұрын

I would recommend the LotusGrill (don´t know if its available outside Europe?) for van life. Uses a small amount of charcoal and the surface walls doesn´t get hot, easy to clean and you start it up in just 5 min with the integrated usb fan. We used it for 5 weeks travelling Europe and wouldn´t go anywhere without it. You need the lid though! (extra accessorie)

@3125 Жыл бұрын

good work

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@3125 Жыл бұрын

plz do subscribe

@user-fc7im5vf9z 5 ай бұрын

I'm hoping i will have room for different chairsin case i have company and some people have limits on what they can sit in

@priceisright3004 10 ай бұрын

6 months later 😂 Hillary’s chair. 🎉 👏 👏

@Vancaskeys 10 ай бұрын

yES!!!!😂👏

@TUNDRALU Жыл бұрын

Great Video Guys! I dont have a van but have an Overlander! Tundra Alu Cab.. Your tips are still very useful ! Thanks! Gadget # 2 Chair.. Can't stand the fold out chairs that squeeze your but cheeks together! LOL I like the fold out! Way more comfortable! I have had the Woods fold out now for over 18 years and still Love it!

@monicawilson896 Жыл бұрын

Hilary’s chair for the win

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@brlowe1 Жыл бұрын

I have to go with Bob on the chair. Hilary your chair would be great if there was a ton of storage room in a van but there is not so Bob wins.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Agreed! -Bob

@deelongbons1729 Жыл бұрын

We use the Camp Chef grill.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Oh…I’m going to go look that one up! Thanks!

@Lt184 Жыл бұрын

We use a 17” Electric blackstone griddle

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Looking that up now! Thanks!

@mikewatkins978 Жыл бұрын

Morning, neither chair, Bob's has no arm rests-Hillary's chair the front legs force your legs together when not using the foot rest. Yes on the step stool, I use mine to reach the backs of the high cabinets inside and as a step for the front door when camping, both of you are tall, I'm short. No on the electric blanket, when they get dusty they hold the dust, and I'm with Bob, uses too much electricity, if you need some warmth, snuggle, that's why there are two of you! Yes on the scented toilet tank treatment in a van, I agree on the camp stove, I'm thinking of getting a propane marine style BBQ grill, could hang on the side of the van, they have heating cubes about the size of a Bricket that disperses the flame so it's a more even heat across the underside of the grill, and no sparks.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Good points! We will have to look that grill up. Sounds awesome! Bob agrees with the snuggle up advice 😂

@mikewatkins978 Жыл бұрын

Just google "boat bbq" they're 16in in diameter and I'd have to custom make a bracket to hang it on the side of the RV but I used one of these on our boat for a long time and liked it.

@matthewmccaskey Жыл бұрын

Great last name!!

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Oh wow! Are we related??? 😂

@matthewmccaskey Жыл бұрын

@@Vancaskeys Could be, not many McCaskeys

@sparks701 Жыл бұрын

Nomadiq grill folds up and has been outstanding! So small but folds like a clam. Super easy to store in our 20L

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Good to know! Thanks for sharing!

@carmenneumann9479 Жыл бұрын

Eureka stove and grill but not as duo unit. Get single stove. Get grill . so not messing up 2 sides if need only one.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@maryhight6030 Жыл бұрын

Hillary''s chair 👍

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Yay! 😂

@greglp970 Жыл бұрын

Weber Go-Anywhere Gas Grill $89 at Ace Hardware or buy online (I guess, what can't you get online?) I used to have one of these years ago for car camping it was great. Left to outside my car (it was hot) after tailgating at a Bills game. Went to the game came back and went "Oh no my Weber grill is gone! Rats!"

@PsychicReverendDonnaSeraphina Жыл бұрын

Is there solar panel and why is that not enough to run an electric blanket?

@beautifuldreamer3991 Жыл бұрын

Hillary... I like your chair...as fir electric blanket....Amazon sells a 12 volt electric blanket... also for ambience...Amazon sell 12 inch high miniature electric fireplace...no fire involved. Battery-powered! 3 c batteries and the flame looks realistic

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Wait what?? I need this miniature electric fireplace! I'm going to look right now 😂😂😂

@beautifuldreamer3991 Жыл бұрын

@@Vancaskeys I have one here with me and last Xmas I gave my mother and all my sisters one too....oooo they love it!

@beautifuldreamer3991 Жыл бұрын

It's called Yakii fireplace lantern

@VanDoghies Жыл бұрын

Starlink is def one of our essential items :) Are you guys using hotspots?

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

We want to get Starlink. As of now we just use our phones and hotspot off them.

@user-lg1tp5uh4z Жыл бұрын

We had that exact same grill and realized very quickly it was to big and bulky and was a pain. We ended up going with 2 of the off brand jet boils and bought the attachment so that we can use them with the small and large fuel tanks. We can use our skillet or griddle on top or use the boil pots they came with to boil water or make noodles. They take up very little space and we don't miss a grill at all. We have thought about getting a small portable rack that allows you to cook over the fire pit at some point just for fun but we LOVE ours. We also love watching your videos and love our van. We have a Jayco Swift. We are also here in AZ. Keep up the great work and amazing videos.

@tonyade5695 6 ай бұрын

Hillary, where do you store your chair out if way?

@Vancaskeys 6 ай бұрын

Great question! We store it under the bed.

@Donald-dt1dp Жыл бұрын

Hi, my wife and I are new at van life. We only will use our camper van to travel on long trips, but it's still cold and we are afraid if we dewinterise for a trip where it's cold our pipes will freeze, is this true? Thank you in advance.

@Vancaskeys Жыл бұрын

Hi! It depends on how cold it is. And while your on the trip it’s unlikely they would freeze because you using it. We haven’t had our pipes freeze on trips to the cold. But the coldest our Van has been in 20° so not sure what happens if it’s colder than that. 😅