PLEASE FOR ANYONE WATCHING! If you've watched the vid and are experienced in installing parts on a camper van, skilled in vehicle paintwork, please lend your man a hand, he's the nicest most generous person as we have all seen and would it mean a lot to him!

How blessed can you be? Look at the unwavering amount of love people show you. Such a beautiful thing.

Carbon monoxide monitor for that propane stove!! I think you should also include A sink with a hand pump and a clean/dirty water tank! I’ve seen videos online of folks building them and it looked pretty simple! You could also make an outdoor shower and toilet! Super happy and excited for you Mateo!!

Isn't there someone out there who could volunteer to help this young man with various experts on van conversions! He's so excited! He needs help to do everything right!

INSULATION is the FIRST line of business in this build Mateo ❤😂💯💯 Hell throw in some heated floors 2 why not🤷‍♂️😂😂

The oven and two burners is going to be a game changer! Can’t wait to see what you cook!

You have enough followers that I bet a few of them would be more than willing to help you with your build out! Thus could be a epic cross country video blog series, meeting up with your subscribers who than help you build out a small piece of your van. Hell, you could put out the shout out for help, map out what people are willing to do and make a itinerary of where you will go, North, south, east and west bro! That would be the ultimate nomad road trip build out! Take the build out on the road bro!

It's so inspiring to see someone's wildest dreams come true. You deserve every ounce of comfort and luxury you need out there on the road Mateo!

I'm a woman and i painted a van and a car before and i used house paint and it turned out great you got this God bless you both

Please remember a CO2/smoke detector! It’s a must have when using propane!! Like watching you and Lars. Glad you had a great experience with Minnesota! I love living here.

My favorite part was watching you thinking about what you’re going to be doing, and seeing how excited you are. 😁

Dr. Good Vibes is back with another episode of positivity, good-will, and just plain fun. Look at all those toys!! Yeah!!

Might think about a sprayer instead of roller ..smoother and faster

You must do the basics 1st. Insulation and soundproofing, then build or at least tape off your layout. With propane you will need a vent and safety alarm. Waterproofing as well. What will you use for heatwill you fo AC? All this needs to go in 1st. Your water tank then your electric/ battery system. Also use a monitoring system you can run on an app on your phone.

Number one: Insulation! Spray behind and above the interior panels ❤❤ and use foam board too wherever possible! Enjoy the project, no need to rush.

Let me preface this by saying it's not as complicated as it might sound and it's definitely worth the effort. You should consider building a large litter box (just a plastic storage bin from Walmart) with a small exhaust fan (a computer fan mounted on a piece of PVC pipe) ported out of the side of the van right behind the ladder, or through the floor. You could build it under the bed with access to it for cleaning when you open the back doors. Port a hole in the front just large enough for Lars to fit through. That will eliminate the odor and litter mess you dealt with in the astrovan. One part of constructing it would be to add an electric eye that turns the fan on for a couple minutes after Lars passes it, or you could just add a toggle switch up front where you have access to it so you could do it manually as you drive, another option is a remote controlled fan.

Hey Mateo, check out how BrookeandPippa just sanded and painted her van. Y'all are both moving into older vans, it's fun to follow along.

If you go to Wal-Mart they'll restore your headlights for about $20 for the whole thing. I had to do that a few years ago because they were super cloudy. They did such an awesome job, they looked brand new. EDIT: When you get to the LED headlight stage in your build make sure you do more research. Some LED bulbs require additional components like ballasts or to regulate the electrical current and ensure proper function. They make conversion kits but I don't know much about those.

You and DualEx should get together and do a really cool video together on your build. Good luck buddy, hope all turns out the way you want it. Stay safe

I would recommend when you add the maxx air that you consider installing a door on it so you have the option to seal the van. Reasons could include: cold weather, ensuring no one can hear you as much if you are inside and someone is creeping the outside, ensuring safety when you leave the van (with a lock), and avoiding any smoke coming in if near a fire or forest fire.

Stay away from black and dark paint colors for the exterior. They draw more heat than light colors, and can make it miserably hot in the summer.

0:32 Mateo, I wanted to call you Winter. I'm an old hippie that truly enjoys your shows. Your huge heart, compassion and kindness to others is showing. You're cool Dude. Would love to party with you if we ever meet up. I'm on the East Coast but you never know! I live in Grassachisetts and have been smoking weed for 58 yrs.....yikes!!!?

I am most excited about your paint job. I was born in 1960 so I was a teenager in the 70s. And I love that style of paint on vans. It is so cool and retro and it's coming back.

Randomly stumbled upon your videos a few months ago. I gotta say I love the content. its very refreshing and genuine. Looking forward to more adventures!

OMG my husband won't get rid of our VHS tapes because he knows some day he'll find a VHS tv. Y'all would get along perfectly. And our camp at burning man is a full solar camp and we give lectures on how to build your own. I'm learning SO much about solar now!

I'm still voting Jethro to be the name of your new van! So excited for your year ahead!

Hey Mateo, as a person born in 71, I am all for the 70s style vibe paint. Take a step further and put some shag carpet in there also. Lars would love it❤

Absolutely favorite part is the oven. Your meals are so unique and amazing. ❤❤

You encourage me I am 53 years old and when I heard that u was going to stop doing van life I was sad then u came back with your new van I watch all your videos and u young man encourage me if u only knew how much I live in my jeep wrangler unlimited sport jl

*Mateo* once a VHS _tape_ starts to degrade, no amount of liquid cleaner can restore them. Liquid cleaner are good at cleaning the *heads* of the VHS player itself. Years ago I transferred all my Grandpa's VHS tapes to DVDs. Best to invest a transfer tape to DVD and get a DVD player. 👍🏽

My favorite thing is the paint. I love that 70's vibe too and can't wait to see how it turns out.

Good morning Mateo & Lars blessings to you 🤟🏾❤️🌞💪🏾🙌🏾

I screamed YAAASSS when he showed the new van inspired colors...that's so him..omg.. can't wait for the final reveal.

Doing the fan install is an easy process. Make sure you clean up the metal shards real good. Maybe put plastic down to catch most. Important thing to remember: file the edges and prime paint the bare metal or it will rust. Then you use silicone to make sure screws and every where is sealed. I have a video on my channel of when I had somebody to do it for me because I am disabled.

Hi Mateo!! i love that you have a home base in-between your trips....

MATEO: "I'm not that big of a TV watcher but this will come in handy when I'm bored" ME: "WHOO HOO. . . a Roku TV! The most important part of the install!" (Clearly, I'm bored a lot 🤣)

Van upgrades are so exciting, even the little upgrades. Especially the changes that make the stay more comfy or space efficient.

I'm trying to figure out why I'm so excited about "our" van build! Lol Seeing you pop in that VHS tape made me so happy! I hope you're able to fix it. That stove! 😍 I'm looking forward to seeing the decktop!! And 24k views in 7 hours--you're so loved Mateo!

Great reference to Ryan...he's quickly become a GOAT in the van life space. I enjoy both of your channels equally. Keep going King

Yay!!! New video!!!😊 The stove I'm most excited about Mateo!!!

Add kitchen cupboards a sink and outdoor shower from your sink 👊🏾

I’m so glad you are getting the opportunity to do all of this. You deserve it and I can’t wait to see everything come together ❤️

Looking amazing!! To add to the van maybe security cameras and a tiny bathroom?

‘Kitchen’ and ‘bathroom’ -the stand so you can have a tiny sink with storage underneath and a toilet either with a bags or something like that

I love it. "Yeah, im going to do this myself and learn". I respect that. The "do this" and "dont do that" crowd can warn you of this or that, but they had to learn too. Again, this is your van, your journey, your channel. Just keep being true to you is the only critic that matters, whether it be 1k subs or 1M. After all, Winterisblu.

New Beginning for Mateo & Lars🫶🏽🪬

Your Maxx Air fan is a standard opening of 14"x14". Don't cut the size of the bottom flange or it won't fit! Looking forward to the build! And on your paint job, the purpose of the sanding is not to remove the existing paint, just the clear coat. If you should accidentally go down to bare metal just make sure to put a rust preventive primer on those spots. Good luck!

I loved everything.Can't wait until you start building it.🚙🚙🚙

OOOO THE 70s PAINT JOB IS A GREAT IDEA & I FEEL LIKE IT FITS YOUR VIBE. I LOVE THAT. IM SO excited to see this build & am so thankful we’re on the journey w you ☺️

Place the ladder in back, a lot safer!

With all the talk of retro paint jobs on the van and the joys of VHS(I remember when it was a new thing!), I now have the A-Team theme song stuck in my head! Showing MY age now Mateo! 🤣 Can’t wait to see how this build progresses.👍

Love everything but really like the oven. I used to follow a girl that had one and she loved it. When you do the deck on top, maybe put just a little of the fake green grass for Lars. That way he wouldn't just have wood to walk on. This is going to be fun watching all the changes. 🙏🌹

I been waiting DAYS for this. 😂😂😂 heyyy mateo i love that smile. ❤ Notification gang 💪🏽🥳

WOW Mateo, you took me way back with the VHS 😅😅. The fan and oven are my favorite things. Can't wait to see the van build. God has really blessed you. Keep being the wonderful, loving and kind person that you are and your blessings will continue. Love you and Lars 🥰.

Add a small A/C in the back window, kinda like Dave's RV Life in his van...then you might see if you can buy a fabricated rack for your van to add a bicycle and maybe even weld in a 2000watt generator so it can be used to charge up your stuff on rainy/cloudy days. I think the colors for the van you picked is awesome! You might consider a very small wood stove, check out Foresty Forest build on his van! Anywho, that is great having people out there donate stuff they are not using for a great cause!

My favorite things are the stove of course and I love that you are painting it funky and doing it yourself. Can't wait to see the progress and the adventures ahead! This video made my day, so happy for you. ♥

Those are cool colors!! Midnight blue would be nice as well ❤

You are really doing it Mateo! I can't wait to see you learn how to do so many exciting things. I know you realize you can never fail unless you quit and I don't see a quitter in you. Adventures in van creations await you!

I'm so happy for you Matteo! The VHS player may just need a more thorough cleaning. You can do this by running the video cleaner several times, or better yet by taking a cotton swab and dipping it in rubbing alcohol to clean the heads manually, and letting them dry before you try playing a tape. Also, I can't wait to see the meals you cook with that stove, you're obviously a very talented chef!

Good video! Recommend u start building soon otherwise that summer heat will destroy you!

70's paint job....can I say it - Groovy!! lol you'll be stylin grooving down the hwy, I'm so very happy for you

Insulation, composting toilet and a shower would be really beneficial especially when it comes to stealth camping or when you don’t have access to a washroom

If you can pull off that van color with the 1970 look that's gonna be bomb.

I just watched Brooke and Pippa paint their van the same way. It turned out pretty good. It was the last video she uploaded.

Hey !So nice hearing from you. You got this friend❤

Oh my my favorite thing is the solar. We have off grid solar it is so cool and helpful with the electricity bill. Get a composting toilet. It has to be awful when you have to go and you are not near a city or camping site facility. You have to decide Mateo. This is your van, your build and your home when it is all done. Take us along. You have such a positive attitude. Ok I said a lot😂

My husband and I are so ready to go out and travel and see this beautiful world

Dude , you honestly should do some research and hunt for an Auto Custom Paint Shop, the paints you got, made me worry!

I can't wait for the van build and to see you cook with the oven! These are definitely some amazing additions to the van! ❤ Stay safe and have fun Lars and Mateo!

I like the oven. But it’s your excitement for your build for me.

The little oven is so cute, kinda reminds me of my old easy bake oven lol

I am super happy for your purchase of the fan and oven. Because circulation on hot days and cooking days is super important! I am happy about all of your purchases. You had a whole year to imagine this new build! 😊

Been waiting for an upload... It's a good day 😃💕💕

The ladder was fs my fav part! It put a picture in perspective of how the vibe of the new van is going to be and I look forward to seeing the rooftop moments!

I can't wait to see The Completed Build, Wonderful 👍

I just love your enthusiasm for your van build! I am looking forward to seeing you cooking on that stove!

Congratulations on everything Mateo. ❤. I’ve been a silent watcher for some time. I hope I run into someday. I’ll be a full time Van lifer by this summer.😊❤

Soft mount that oven. One of the best features of your new heat is that it isn't a built in. Use it inside, sure, but the option to work outdoors will make that the perfect range on hot days. That piece is the keystone for Foresty's built-in crossed with a full function pull out kitchen. Don't be afraid of the propane. It really is the same as what you have been using. You can install a built in system with an out side tank. I stuck with 1 pounders, refillable Flame King. The extras ride in a tube tied onto a shelf on the left frame rail. Anybody who has a POL tank and can do math will let you refill off their tank for $2 per can. Cheapest way is your own POL tank, with an adapter hose... but then you have to carry it.

I'm not sure if you already have this - but you should set up an wishlist & people can buy you things for the van, I'm sure people would love that. Really loved the oven, can't wait to see the set up for that

The Max Air fan will be so nice for you two...plus can't wait to see that paint job!

I’m so excited for you! Thanks for taking us along for the build this is awesome!!

I'm always so worried about you with all the daycare stuff on the van. Once that comes off, I'll be so happy for you even more happier❤❤

I think you should put a catwalk all along the walls of your van for Mr Lars and maybe even a catio from the window that goes up to the rooftop!

Can’t wait to watch you paint ur van!!! 😍😍

I know this build is going to be awesome. Thanks for bringing us on the journey Mateo!

I absolutely love all of the investments that you are making for your new van. Proud of you!!!! 🤩Love from Ohio🥰

So happy to see you went for solar. I've been an advocate for years and it's saved me a lot of money. It may be handy to get a twin induction cooking plate as it will run off solar in case you are low on propane..you can just switch. It's faster to cook and keep your safety in mind with no flames. Can't wait to see what you surprise us with next lovey. ❤ Lori

Great Blessing to have been gifted a van so that you have the money to spend on making it your amazing home for you and Lars! I look forward to seeing the paint job and watching you cook your wonderful food. Very happy journeys for you and Lars!

Stove and fan. You will do great. Looking forward to seeing your progress.

Mateo I hope to meet u one day! I watch all your videos!

VHS! Yasssss. I can't see wait to see the final build. My favorite items were the definitely the oven and the panel on top of your deck for power. The deck gives you additional space.

I'm sure you'll do great on this build brother, if you don't know something just youtube it lil saved me a hand full off times lol can't wait to see it all starting to come together and yall hitting the road.....stay safe and blessed up brother

Currently watching! I was early today 🌞 Excited to see your journey with the new van

👋 Hello Winterisblu I am so happy for you things are coming together my favorite part is the solar panels, Air Max fan and also the 70's look paint job that your thinking about doing is Great👍May GOD Keep Blessing You Always😘💕.

The stove is my favorite thing. That would be a must have for me I love to cook & bake. You got some nice things 👍

If that headlight restoration kit doesn’t work, I used to detail cars and this is what we did. Wet sand it (by hand) with a really high grit sandpaper then buff it out with a buffing compound. Usually works best if you have a hand held buffer but don’t necessarily need it. Love the channel and excited for this year.

Like 100. I'm at work. Will watch on my lunch break. 😃

My one suggestion is when it's time for you to upgrade your solar, don't just keep trying to add more 100 W panels it'll be wiser to simply up the wattage of the panels by double or triple without losing any of that valuable rooftop real estate. When you get around to your build and build your kitchen just leave space to build in your camp stove. Great videos all the way around!!! For me personally to do van life I want a lot of power minimum 500+ watt solar, at least 1000 KWh LiPo batteries and min 3000 W inverter, indoor fresh water (hot & cold) would be a must, some type of toilet and must have an indoor shower. No indoor propane use only outdoor. 3 in 1 microwave, air fryer, convection oven combo a dual burner induction cooktop, a good sized dual zone fridge/freezer. Heated floors would be nice but not a deal breaker. However reliable "house" AC and heat are a must. Good luck with your build! I'll be watching!!!

Deep woods off on your headlights works great for restoring your headlights. Spray it on a paper towel and wipe your headlights. You will need to repeat it every now and again but in a pinch use your bug spray!

I just love hearing the excitement in your voice It going to be fun watching the process of making this van your home. The stove oven is definitely going to be a game changer for you. Be safe 😊