TINY Transit Connect EASY, CHEAP Van Build! Turn a Tiny Van Into a Cozy Home on a Budget!
TINY Transit Connect EASY, CHEAP Van Build! Turn a Tiny Van Into a Cozy Home on a Budget!
Today we are speaking with Marie. She started in an SUV and then moved into a Tiny Van! Marie and Dee are two friends who have happen to have matching red Connect Transit vans! It gets 30 mph! Marie was ready to enjoy her life and wanted to transition to van life part time. Marie chose a Transit Connect because she wanted something she felt she could easily drive. Marie says: “Go for it. If not now, then when?”
Check out our tour with Dee and her matching red transit van as well!
See Dee’s van tour here:
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Very pretty lady, good energy.
She is AWESOME …… LOVE her energy about life !!!! ๐๐๐๐๐๐
Yeah for Maria! I was widowed this past year and was thinking about this same type setup. Only problem is the crash of the stock market loosing my money to get started.!
Hugs from Oklahoma
I canโt wait ๐!
OMG! This is my favorite build to date!! Wish I could find someone to hire to help me! NJ feels like itโs totally out of the loop on this stuff…any one have a connection to share?
Very inspirational!
Very cozy and well thought out build. She definitely has my taste.
I see lady bugout off to the side. I love watching her. I’m very much considering one day to move to transit connect from my truck
See this is why I love these videos. Out of all the vanlifers I follow this chanel has the best ideas first. First time hearing about Pine Pellet Stall Bedding for the potty and love pine smell. Will check out tractor supply next time I’m there.
Beautiful ! What a great build ๐. I love seeing the practical uses Marie has used her space and little utilities for her on the road home. Blessings from Florida Meema and Jessi Beagle ๐ต๐ผโ๐ผ๐
I still have my sticks and bricks. I love that that’s awesome
Love the color,energy- and build!!
She did an amazing job on organizing everything. Very inspiring.
I really enjoyed this video! I long for the day when I can do this๐ข
I have a new Van want to trade it in for a high tower donโt know where to begin?
Just found this video. I love her energy and enthusiasm. Great van build on a budget!
Your build is perfect thanks for sharing happy trails
Great attitude! Thanks for sharing
I absolutely love your fabrics and all the color! I decorated my camper van so that every time I entered it it, made me happy! And I totally agree, women just have to start small and get out there and do it! ๐ The inside of your van being red already is a big plus ๐
Great build! Could you tell me about the awning, please?
I love her energy. What an inspiration she is.
Encouraging! Nice set up
Soooo vibrant and joyful lady..another great video.. greetings from NC just one more mile
If you are by yourself start small and stay small. Gas prices crazy! I have similar set up as this one and love it for my weekends!
Wow!
just a nudge the standing still is kinda *** tension producing ****** walking while talking would reduce this and we really get too many —- head talks already —–
Looks so cozy!
Very nice impressed how everything is so organized and nicely decorated. Great size van for parking in tight spaces and getting around. Marie has such a lovely and upbeat personality such great advice start small. Thank you for the uplaod.
Is that roof height typical for ford transit connect? Looks so high. Or did you have the roof heightened yourself?
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Great build
Lovely lady and van
Just inspiring! So happy for your happiness-๐โ๏ธTones
Is insurance higher for cargo vans? I expect it would increase once it’s converted to a campervan but what about immediately after purchase and before building it out?
Thank you for sharing. I am inspired! Love what you did to your transit. I am 68 semi retired and I can’t wait to start this journey.
i’m getting ready to travel in my truck camper for 3 weeks i’m very excited with a few nerves for a first time on the road
Oh my goodnessโฆ when looking at the thumbnail for this, I was thinking about Dee Lady Bugout because of the red van and now I see there IS a connectionโฆ
Looking forward to seeing your โtwinโ Marie!!!
Wow! Love the material you have used for your sofa/bed.. beautiful sunny colours and patterns
And the collapsible toilet looks like it would make a great little stoolโฆ (once disguised..no one needs to know what may or may not be inside ๐ฅธ)
USB powered tap looks wonderful!! So much to investigate!
Thankyou for letting us nose inside
From OKLAHOMA ,Thank you for a great tour Q&A(as always Bob ๐๐) HAPPY SAFE TRAVELS!
Marie, thank you for sharing your van build! It is fantastic! Can you please let me know exactly what kind of USB-powered faucet you are using (link?)? The link listed below the video simply goes to the CheapRVLiving store and does not show your exact model. Thanks so much!
Love her. Great video!
I love the pillows that are blankets what a great idea. When she said she just turned 60 I was floored she looks amazing truly a wonderful person and great idea’s.
Sweety I enjoyed ur vedeo it is encouraging for the women single doing this I’m a widow love to travel I’m starting this yr since the pandemic with state pk prayers for ur safety and mines I’ve retire for 17 ur was a librarian and a widow don’t like that word smile keep on doing what u doing with grace smile Theresa moore
Hi – what does it mean your bed is on slats? I was hoping you would pull it out so we could see how that works, how much room it takes up, etc.
Definitely inspiring! Love your van!! Thanks for sharing Bob and Marie! Thanks for your positivity!!!
No clutter but a cozy, orderly home. Love it.
EXCELLENT job Marie!!! Marie โค๏ธ
Ok, so the isolator charges the batteries while driving? And the inverter is also part of the electrical build. Thanks for the info. Good to know what to ask for when I would talk to an electrician.
How is her awning attached & how does it unroll etc
Great video. Thank you for sharing ๐โค๏ธI can vouch for horse stall pellets. They are VERY absorbent. I have used them for my horses before. If you have ever been around horses you will know when they pee it’s a LOT. ๐๐