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Converting a 4x4 Sprinter cargo van for vanlife (ep. 1)
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Guess who just got a new van?! A Mercedes Sprinter 4x4, the perfect van for us. But, there is one problem. It's an empty cargo van, which means we have a lot of work on our hands. So much work, that we need to do the conversion during winter in order to have it ready for the next adventure we're planning. In this episode of the van build, we'll start chopping holes in the chassis, installing windows and a roof rack. Follow along to see the progress and watch our new adventure mobil come to life.
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The Final Farewell - one last road trip through Norway
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⬇️ Get my travel guide here ⬇️ www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 We embark on the last roadtrip through Norway, alongside our good old friend, Truck Norris. This van has been our home away from home the last years and it has shown us what a simple life on the road can hold. After having spent countless hours making it the way we wanted it, from the interior to the exterior, i...
Trying autumn van life in Norway & why you should too
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⬇️ Get my travel guide here ⬇️ www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 Join us as we try out van life in Norway during autumn season. A colorful palette of orange and yellow saturates the landscape and the dropping temperatures result in more dramatic nature experiences which fewer people get to try out. Glacier lakes surrounded by the alps of the arctic and vertical stone walls th...
Reality of van life in Norway - not what you think...
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⬇️ Get my travel guide here ⬇️ www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 Let's get back to showing you what van life in Norway is really about. The highs, the lows, ups and downs. This roadtrip was at times unbearable for us in our tiny VW T3 camper van. A summer with more rainy, gloomy days than days with sun. Feeling discouraged, we ended up almost giving up on the entire idea of b...
Life in a tiny 2 m² old school camper van - explore Norway with us!
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⬇️ Get my Norway travel guide here ⬇️ www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 How is life in a tiny camper van? This is our attempt at showcasing some of the challenges and possibilities caused by living this way. Our classic camper van (Truck Norris) is a real veteran and has been around since 1986. Join us as we keep exploring the wild sides of Norway, from the dramatic waterfall...
The most DANGEROUS & BEAUTIFUL place in Norway?!
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⚠️ Join us as we explore the incredible beautiful areas of western Norway living out of our old VW van. One of the spots we visit is known for being somewhat dangerous, as the forces of nature have shaped the landscape and impacted how the history of this region changed. Have you ever seen a submerged settlement like this before? This footage was filmed in the Sunnmørsalpene region summer 2022....
WE SPENT 6 WEEKS ON A NORWAY ROAD TRIP - EXPLORE with us! (ep. 1)
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⬇️ My comprehensive Norway travel guide: www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 We decided to spend 6 weeks on the road driving through Norway this summer. Our old camper van did its best in providing us the means to explore every as much as possible in the time we had available. Was it worth it? What can you expect from doing a similar journey? Come along to watch how the trip we...
Sharing my best advice for successful travel in Norway (finally!)
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⬇️ Get my travel guide here ⬇️ www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 00:00 Intro 00:58 Tip #1 01:28 Tip #2 02:50 My big surprise! 03:45 Tip #2 continues 04:36 Tip #3 05:40 Tip #4 06:24 Tip #5 07:20 Outro If you're planning a trip to Norway, look no further. This video will walk you through my best advice regarding traveling in Norway. For the most comprehensive tips, check out my...
Exploring the BEST of Costa Rica living in a 4x4 vehicle - see before going!
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A spectacular journey exploring the best Costa Rica has to offer. We go high and low, searching for hidden gems along rugged terrain and stay self sufficient as best as we can. 3 weeks spent camping in the roof top tent of our Toyota PJ Cruiser overland rig. Let’s show you how beautiful this country is and I guarantee you that you might be tempted to visit yourself😊 Thanks to Nomad America for ...
OFF-GRID CAMPING, FJORD EXPLORATION & VAN LIFE in NORWAY - Best of the West (part 2)
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MY COMPREHENSIVE NORWAY GUIDE AVAILABLE HERE: www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 Part 2 of our scenic road trip to the western part of Norway. The fjord landscapes look so good in these autumn colors and we continue to enjoy the surroundings when hiking mountains, paddling our kayak in the fjord and spending the night outdoors, both in a remote off-grid mountain cabin & a glam...
VAN LIFE & MOUNTAIN CAMPING NORWAY - Best of the West (part 1)
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MY COMPREHENSIVE NORWAY GUIDE AVAILABLE HERE: www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/simonbraeck01211 Part 1 of our autumn road trip to the western part of Norway where we seek to find the most scenic places around. In this series you'll follow us as we go hiking in the mountains, living in...
A magical Christmas at Tivoli in Copenhagen - festive mood guaranteed!
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Join us as we visit the famous Christmas City at Tivoli in Copenhagen! It's the festive season and we just had to check out this place in the cold dark nights in December to ensure that we got into the Christmas spirit. We got to see what all the hype was about, while we tried out delicious treats and other goodies that the city and the Christmas markets had to offer. Merry Christmas everyone! ...
The HOTTEST destination in Norway🔥 2024
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MY COMPREHENSIVE NORWAY GUIDE AVAILABLE HERE: www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/simonbraeck12211 Come along as we show you what must be hottest place to visit in Norway! Subscrib to join our adventures, we show you all the best places to visit and see in Norway and in Scandinavia. We a...
We drove 4000 km to sleep on this mountain! (Vanlife in Lofoten, Norway)
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MY COMPREHENSIVE NORWAY GUIDE AVAILABLE HERE: www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/simonbraeck11211 With so many places we want to see in Norway, we have to plan out and do our best in order to see as many as possible. In this episode, we show you some of the gems in Lofoten, from arctic ...
LIVING w/ 24 HOURS of DAYLIGHT - midnight sun mountain climbing
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MY COMPREHENSIVE NORWAY GUIDE AVAILABLE HERE: www.simonbraeck.com/shop/p/norway-travel-guide-jg3r7 The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/simonbraeck10211 Ever wondered how life is with 24 hours of daylight? Life under the midnight sun is quite different from how this part of the world looks like during winter. 24 hours of daylight vs 24 hour...
Life in a van in the Arctic Region - 35 year old VW T3/Vanagon goes North
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Life in a van in the Arctic Region - 35 year old VW T3/Vanagon goes North
A day in the life in an old camper van (Vanagon / VW T3)
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A day in the life in an old camper van (Vanagon / VW T3)
Why we love Norway - a roadtrip to Northern Norway
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Why we love Norway - a roadtrip to Northern Norway
We traveled BACK IN TIME in Norway - van life in a VW T3
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We traveled BACK IN TIME in Norway - van life in a VW T3
Summer van life with GLACIERS & SNOW in Norway - VW T3 / Vanagon [4K]
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Summer van life with GLACIERS & SNOW in Norway - VW T3 / Vanagon [4K]
Exploring a creepy abandoned hospital 500m above the fjord - Norway roadtrip 2021
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Exploring a creepy abandoned hospital 500m above the fjord - Norway roadtrip 2021
Vanagon upgrades and future wants! HELP!
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Vanagon upgrades and future wants! HELP!
OUR VAN IS BACK ON THE ROAD! sort of...
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OUR VAN IS BACK ON THE ROAD! sort of...
The reasons we suddenly stopped van life
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The reasons we suddenly stopped van life
FINALLY A NEW ENGINE IN OUR VAN! VW T3 Vanagon engine swap (and a diesel heater!)
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FINALLY A NEW ENGINE IN OUR VAN! VW T3 Vanagon engine swap (and a diesel heater!)
Dramatic & Beautiful - highs & lows of our 1 year van life journey (VW T3 Vanagon)
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Dramatic & Beautiful - highs & lows of our 1 year van life journey (VW T3 Vanagon)
Tiny home in the treetops - UNIQUE cabin remotely located in the woods!🇳🇴
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Tiny home in the treetops - UNIQUE cabin remotely located in the woods!🇳🇴
Giving our VW T3 (Vanagon) a new engine! Step by step 1.9TD AAZ conversion (part 1)
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Giving our VW T3 (Vanagon) a new engine! Step by step 1.9TD AAZ conversion (part 1)
VAN LIFE NIGHTMARE - taken by the tide and engine failure (Grand Norwegian Road Trip ep. 6)
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VAN LIFE NIGHTMARE - taken by the tide and engine failure (Grand Norwegian Road Trip ep. 6)
Visiting the adventure island Senja & climbing scary mountains (Grand Norwegian Road Trip ep. 5)
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Visiting the adventure island Senja & climbing scary mountains (Grand Norwegian Road Trip ep. 5)

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  • @Uneblondeennorvege
    @Uneblondeennorvege 14 днів тому

    👍

  • @carolinewilson1314
    @carolinewilson1314 15 днів тому

    Staying in husoy in traena inspired by you both..driven all the way here from UK with our dog. Thanks so much we love it

  • @alananderson5202
    @alananderson5202 17 днів тому

    Looking good! Exciting times ahead.

  • @bettyboop73
    @bettyboop73 17 днів тому

    Hi! I love all your videos about Norway. We would like to hire a mini caravan (not a campervan!) in Norway to attach it to our car and travel around the country. Do you know if that's possible? Are there any companies specialized in renting mini caravans? Thanks in advance!

  • @kjetilkvilhaug5086
    @kjetilkvilhaug5086 21 день тому

    Hvilket merke er de store sidevinduene?

  • @vgndt8153
    @vgndt8153 21 день тому

    What flywheel and clutch do you use?

  • @hanzo52
    @hanzo52 21 день тому

    Har dere vurdert dampsperre? Når fuktig luft fra ånden og kokkelering siver ut igjennom panel og møter den kalde stålveggen, så vil den kondensere på veggen. En dampsperre vil forhindre den fuktige luften å møte den kalde ytterveggen.

    • @hanzo52
      @hanzo52 21 день тому

      Hvorfor være redd for kondens? Jo fordi når den fuktige lufta kondenserer på ytterveggen så samler det seg fukt og det gir grobunn for mugg.

  • @stephenrogers9664
    @stephenrogers9664 22 дні тому

    More comfort than the T3.

  • @rimwon66
    @rimwon66 22 дні тому

    Lekker hoor. Als je een keer samen op pad wilt voor een overnighter hoor ik het graag.

  • @johnnygravfort764
    @johnnygravfort764 23 дні тому

    Nice video! Siden dette bare er et tema i Norge, blir spørsmålet på Norsk😊 Er det noe dere må tenke på rundt godkjenning, vekt osv eller trenger dere ikke få den godkjent som camper-bil? Vurderer å gjøre det samme selv😊

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 23 дні тому

      Hei! Ja, det er en del greier… Står om det på Vegvesenet sine sider, samt i Lovdata, paragraf 2.5 (om jeg husker rett). Begrensninger på total vekt og på akslingene ihht. vognkort. Du man omregistrere fra varebil til campingbil avgiftsfritt dersom man oppfyller en rekke krav, bla. til innvendig høyde, antall sengeplasser, div. innredning mm.

    • @johnnygravfort764
      @johnnygravfort764 21 день тому

      @@SimonBraeck så dere hensyntar dette i byggeprosessen? Følger dere fremover og si gjerne noe om hva dere må gjøre🙏 Si gjerne noe om hvorfor Sprinter og ikke en Crafter☀️👍

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 20 днів тому

      @@johnnygravfort764 Vi prøver på det ja 😊 Det er ikke god nok ståhøyde i en Crafter for meg, så det måtte bli en Sprinter!

  • @HoldenCaulfeelz
    @HoldenCaulfeelz 23 дні тому

    You will poop in your bedroom kitchen and living room at the same time

  • @donpark8316
    @donpark8316 23 дні тому

    HI, just stumbled upon your channel and thought I would leave a comment. I have been many locations around the world and I've had the fortune of visiting Norway several times for work. Norway has the friendliest people I have encountered and of course it is amazingly beautiful there despite the cold. I wish you two the best with your van build and the coming adventures you will have.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 23 дні тому

      Thank you very much! What a wonderful comment, I really appreciate it. I truly love this country and want to show it to the world and I’m hoping this build will enable doing this even more🤗

  • @TempyBuilds
    @TempyBuilds 23 дні тому

    New sub here , greetings from Wales , Zulu is so beautiful , sending big hugs to the puppy , looking forward to more vids of the build <3 :D

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 23 дні тому

      Thank you! She will enjoy the adventures this van will enable🤗

  • @magnefauli
    @magnefauli 24 дні тому

    Dette blir bra! Det skal bli spennende å følge dere videre.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 24 дні тому

      Takker! Håper alt går som planlagt😊👌🏼

  • @ericbarker2490
    @ericbarker2490 24 дні тому

    Simon,did you use thread glue on those roof bolts?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 24 дні тому

      Yes sir🫡

    • @ericbarker2490
      @ericbarker2490 24 дні тому

      NICE !! Good luck am looking forward to the evolution & new adventures!!

  • @billfish5913
    @billfish5913 24 дні тому

    My wife and I looked at building out a Ram Promaster Adventure Van. But as retired psychologist and school teacher, we decided that we didn’t have the skills or patience to do it right. So we bought a 3/4 ton Ram truck and bought a new slide in truck camper with wet bath, kitchen, and queen sized bed. It was three years ago and we have traveled from coast to coast in the USA. But I still admire other campers’ van builds. And we still have our 1978 VW Camper Bus for trips closer to home. Your build is looking great!😎👍

  • @vladislavkalina2039
    @vladislavkalina2039 25 днів тому

    Simply an awesome video (just like all the previous ones). Can't wait for the next episode. I wonder how much extra noise does the roof rack bring. I mean, if you happen to realise that it was not so necessary in the end, would it be not only wasted time and money but also lifelong burden in the form of increased noice? Or is that negligible / not hearable?

  • @DaeliaVanlife
    @DaeliaVanlife 25 днів тому

    Nice build where you got this roof rack and how much😊

  • @digilux4017
    @digilux4017 25 днів тому

    Så kult, artig å følge dere og ser frem til nye videoer fra fremtidige eventyr

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Tusen takk! Eventyr skal det bli👏🏼

  • @MegaCocodile
    @MegaCocodile 25 днів тому

    Can I ask how far in kilometres did you travel in your VW camper? any break downs?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      We've done close to 50.000 km. Had a few broken belts (alternator etc.), some broken CV-joints and had to change the water pump. Been on the tow-truck twice😁

  • @xxlalbatross3287
    @xxlalbatross3287 25 днів тому

    I am a new follower of your channel Greetings from Sweden 😊

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Greetings! Thank you👏🏼

  • @daverichard3377
    @daverichard3377 25 днів тому

    Nicely done ! That’s going to turn into an epic van 🚐 10/10 love watching the build . 🇨🇦🎯👍5️⃣⭐️🚐

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Thanks! I hope so too👏🏼

  • @Andreas-vw6wx
    @Andreas-vw6wx 25 днів тому

    Hello 👋 Fellow norwegian here. Did you get those flares from somewhere in Norway or Europe, or did you order from flarespace?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Halla😊 goingfast.com - de kommer også med TÜV-papirer👌🏼

    • @Andreas-vw6wx
      @Andreas-vw6wx 25 днів тому

      @@SimonBraeckTakker!

  • @nikydebernardin356
    @nikydebernardin356 26 днів тому

    Beautiful work. Compliments. Good luck 🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @jamesb8467
    @jamesb8467 26 днів тому

    Your videos are so calming to me. I guess it’s the beautiful scenery and mellow vibes but if I’m stressed, I just watch one of you guys videos and I’m grounded and chill by the end…every single time. Thank you! PS-I just sold my over landing vehicle as well. It was a green 80 series Land Cruiser named Bruce Banner. Gone but not forgotten

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Wow, thanks for the kind words! Glad I can help you in this way, all the best! Exactly, even though they are just "things", we get attached and it's a bittersweet goodbye.

    • @jamesb8467
      @jamesb8467 25 днів тому

      @@SimonBraeck That’s very true. I hope Bruce Banner gives its next owner as many great memories as it gave me. Keep up the good work and safe travels to you and B.

  • @erikvanos1273
    @erikvanos1273 26 днів тому

    As a T25-Westfalia owner it' s really a pity to see that your truck Norris adventures have come to an end. I will keep following you but for me as a V-dub enthousiast it will be different. For me a Sprinter van will never be Das Auto

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Totally get that perspective. We can never thank the old car enough, as it opened the door for this way of life and we owe it a lot🙌🏼

  • @mssuo
    @mssuo 26 днів тому

    Great to see another beautiful project come to life 👍

  • @joachimhoog7495
    @joachimhoog7495 26 днів тому

    Så himla roligt att följa denna utmaning!

  • @bestofblocket
    @bestofblocket 26 днів тому

    Nice to finally see you new camper build 😊 This generation of Sprinter, and with 4x4, is our absolute dream to build and travel with! Also the priciest 😂 I still remember putting the saw through our T5.1 was scary 😅

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Really fun to get going with another build! And yes, super sketchy to start making holes, although we got used to it surprisingly fast😂

  • @beverleyfisher935
    @beverleyfisher935 26 днів тому

    Woooo hoooo. Cant wait for more of your travels 😊

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Thanks, cheers for new adventures👏🏼

  • @arihantj13
    @arihantj13 26 днів тому

    Love you guys. A new journey started. All the best!

  • @arihantj13
    @arihantj13 26 днів тому

    Sayonara truck Norris.! Arigato for all those amazing videos, feels we are traveling ❤

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      It's been a blast! Loved and never forgotten❤️

  • @dutchglobetrotter6464
    @dutchglobetrotter6464 26 днів тому

    Great rig! Please don't use silicone but use a polymere (Polymer) or Sikaflex. Good luck with the built, nice to see the progress.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Thanks for the tip, we'll do our best ;)

  • @paulmara2695
    @paulmara2695 26 днів тому

    Hi Simon- loved all your videos so far! So inspiring. Hope it's ok to ask....what kind of insulation you used in the video? I'm curious as I'm about to start my own van build :)

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 26 днів тому

      Hi! Thanks for watching😊 We used Armaflex, easy to work with, firesafe, does not hold moisture. A mix of 19 and 25mm thickness.

  • @grast961
    @grast961 27 днів тому

    So different from you working on Truck Norris in the underground car park of your apartment, can’t wait to see the finished van and the next chapter in your adventures 😊

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 26 днів тому

      Good point! Times have changed😃 Thanks, we keep pushing🔨

  • @JosephPuplava
    @JosephPuplava 27 днів тому

    So fricking cool that you purchased a 4x4 MB van! I can't wait to see the finishing product. I bet you will have a modern, bright interior. I'm from Arizona watching your channel.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 26 днів тому

      Thanks! We’re really looking forward to showing the finished product.

  • @sequoiasemperviren3163
    @sequoiasemperviren3163 27 днів тому

    I had a hunch you were upsizing in vans! Look forward to more adventures!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 26 днів тому

      Rightly so😄 That makes two of us🤝

    • @sequoiasemperviren3163
      @sequoiasemperviren3163 26 днів тому

      I need to get back to Norway. Well via Finland first to see my Father’s first cousins. In 2022 I drove up to Nordkapp. Captured the drive with three GoPros. One out to the left, on out to the right, & one straight ahead. Still trying to piece the views to make the trip as virtual as possible. Wish I had your cinematic skills.

  • @golfgolf7692
    @golfgolf7692 27 днів тому

    After such a long hiatus this is awesome! congrats on the new truck norris and I look forward to all the awesome content! Thank You!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Cheers! I appreciate it 😊

  • @chuckb6691
    @chuckb6691 27 днів тому

    Standing room, 4WD, new mechanicals. Your travel stress factor will drop by 99 percent. If you need a good home for Truck Norris, I will be happy to bring it here to Kentucky USA. LOLOLOLOLOL Best wishes and happy trails. Your friend, Chuck in Kentucky

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 26 днів тому

      You’re probably 100% right! Thanks for the continued support😊

  • @gordwesty6299
    @gordwesty6299 27 днів тому

    Great looking van going to be awesome 👍

  • @steinjohansen3142
    @steinjohansen3142 27 днів тому

    Gratulerer med ny bil! 🙂 Håper dere slipper å angre på at dere satt inn orginale vinduer i bakdørene, i stedet for 2-lags vinduer lik de andre dere har montert.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 27 днів тому

      Takk! Verdt det for utseende👌🏼 Får isolere/mørklegge fra innsiden i dette tilfellet.

  • @Danj9201
    @Danj9201 27 днів тому

    So excited for you 3! Van builds are the best and most frustrating times, I'm sure you'll smash it and Magnus 😉 will be awesome ❤

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Thank you 😄 Naming it is harder than building it😂

  • @iamgeoffandthisismystory
    @iamgeoffandthisismystory 27 днів тому

    What an awesome project! We'll all miss the Vanagon 😢

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 26 днів тому

      Thanks😊 Already miss it a bit…

  • @DanielErnst
    @DanielErnst 27 днів тому

    Can’t wait to see this beast 🙌 so nice! And what a bad luck with the crash, so annoying!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 25 днів тому

      Thanks Daniel🥰 I am hopeful that it will turn out decent! Haven’t found time to sit down and watch your Greenland masterpiece, but it’s on the list👌🏼

  • @asleiversen6968
    @asleiversen6968 27 днів тому

    I m so impressed how rough and cool it looks all ready .cant wait to se the final result 👍👍👍👍

  • @ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc
    @ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc 27 днів тому

    I also was a VW van owner, 1977 bread loaf to a 1990 Vanagon and a few in between. I have to say, some of the VW camper vans now a days are almost as much $$ as new Sprinter vans. I like the Sprinter van platform, especially the 4x4 version. How much is a Westfalia Syncro these days? A LOT. I had a Westfalia Sprinter hi-top, they call it something different in Europe. It was a 2006 if I remember correctly but was not a 4x4. It had the inline 5 Mercedes turbo diesel engine. I loved it! All the best to you guys!! Looking forward to your journeys in your new van!!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 27 днів тому

      Thank you 😊 We hope this 4x4 version will serve us well and enable all the exciting adventures we have planned.

  • @jockearonsson5732
    @jockearonsson5732 27 днів тому

    I am so excited for this build on this really solid rig, i know this sprinter will fulfill all your needs when its finished! And i can't wait for all the upcoming traveling videos you will upload on YT and as a Swede i really looking forward the winter content you're gonna make! Where did you buy the side windows? And what sizes are they? I wish you guys the best of luck with the build!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 27 днів тому

      Thank you! We're really excited too, although there us plenty of work left😅 They're from Carbest, I believe it's 110x45cm.

    • @jockearonsson5732
      @jockearonsson5732 27 днів тому

      @@SimonBraeck Well there is no shortcuts when it comes to a dreambuild like this, however now you got some nicer weather to work in atleast 😃 Thanks! And where did you find these insulated side flares/pods? I'm building on a sprintervan myself😅

  • @Alex-fy7sc
    @Alex-fy7sc 27 днів тому

    omg this is so awesome! so happy for your decision and can't wait to see all the new adventures going on with this beast. Van looks great and i'm so impressed with your skills. I can't even comprehend how much time you spend documented about the new van and after that how to do all the modifications and so on. I mean we will see a couple of videos on this but i know it's a ton of hours days weeks months of planning. you guys are the best. sad you guys are not bigger but happy at the same time because you can bring us things at your own pace in your own way which is so beautiful. You guys are a true inspiration.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck 27 днів тому

      Thank you! You're spot on, 100%. Planning and research have taken sooo much time lately, but I hope it will be paid back with a complete setup that suits our need. We keep pushing to get the build complete😀

  • @Mr_Grumpy
    @Mr_Grumpy 27 днів тому

    Awesome work, i wish you the best of luck with the new project. cheers.

  • @parushaagovender2927
    @parushaagovender2927 27 днів тому

    Hu guts wow wow beautiful van luv it🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤ congratulations ❤🎉