I Quit the System: Van Life Truths You Should Hear.

Join me in "I Quit The System" as I share my van life journey, talk at the park. From feeding Diggy to navigating power struggles with no solar panel, I reveal the raw challenges and unexpected joys of this lifestyle. Discover why I left the "hamster wheel" behind after 15 years in a soul-crushing industry, embracing freedom over a traditional life. It’s a humbling experience—dirty fingernails, odd looks, and all—but the van life community proves it’s a choice, not a setback. Hit subscribe for more real stories!

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Van Conversion Products I have in My Rig:

OHREX N700 GPS Navigation for Car Truck RV

EPAuto Digital Tire Pressure Gauge, 150 PSI

The Club 2100 Truck/SUV Club Steering Wheel Lock, Red

20"+20" Super Silicone Windshield Wiper Blades

Auto Ventshade

Truck Sun Shade for Windshield

BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBDII Scan Tool for iPhone & Android

2 Pack Window Screen for Camping

Locking Fuel Cap Replacement

Husky Liners Classic Style Series

12" 4K Mirror Dash Cam Backup Camera, 2160P Full HD Smart Front and Rear View Dual Cameras

Blackout Curtains
8 MOTORCRAFT IGNITION COIL DG508 FORD 4.6L 5.4L 6.8L V8 V10 ENGINE
Full Size Waterproof Mattress Protector

Pack of 8 Genuine Motorcraft Spark Plug SP-479 AGSF22WM

250 PCS Heat Shrink Wire Connectors

Ancor Duplex Cable, 14/2 AWG (2 x 2mm2), Flat - 100ft,

4pcs XT60 Plug Male Female Connector

12 Way 12V Boat Fuse Block, Marine Fuse Block Waterproof with LED

Full Mattress 6 inch Bed-In-A-Box, Green Tea Memory Foam White

Queen Comforter Set Burnt Orange, 3pcs

Single Bowl Drop-in Stainless Steel Bar Sink 15 x 15

Wet Bar Sink Faucet

Strainer Basket and Rubber Stopper

SEAFLO Water Diaphragm Self Priming Pump 3.0 Gallons

SEAFLO Portable Toilet for RV

Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon Rigid Water Container

Camco Flexible Camper/RV Drain | Designed for Campers

Clear Braided Nylon Poly Tubing

Quick-Disconnect Fittings, valved Hose

5 Gang Marine Switch Panel Waterproof

LED Strip Lights 16.4ft, RGB Color Changing LED Lights

Dimmable LED Under Cabinet Lighting

Spec-D Tuning Black Headlights+Corner Lamps

LED Turn Signal Bulb 3157

Adjustable Electronic Flasher Relay LED Turn Signal

Outdoor Solar Lights Motion Sensor

Portable Camp Shower Pump with Rechargeable Battery

Folding Shelf Brackets 12 Inch

Maxx Air MaxxFan

Portable USB Clip Fan

Mr. Heater

Otto & Ben 30" Storage Ottoman

Baja Blanket Bucket Seat Cover

10.6 Gallon Large Capacity Portable Water Holding Tank

7.5FT Camping Shower Tent

Night Light, Touch Lamp

3 Inch 96W Amber White LED Light Pods

HiBoost RV Cell Phone Booster Kit

NOCO Boost Plus GB40

Outdoor Portable Propane Gas Tankless Water Heater

Folding 60" x 24" x 14" Hitch Cargo Carrier

Frame Receiver, 2"

Hitch Cargo Carrier Bag Waterproof

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[JimMillsCSLC]

You aren’t homeless…just houseless. Big difference! Never forget, “your life rocks when your home rolls!”

[CountryComesToTown]

Great video. You’re sharing what’s real. I’m fascinated by van life and may choose to do it. Recently, I went on a cross country road trip and car camped the whole trip and loved it. Best of luck with your journey! ~Jim

[skapunkoialternativeliving]

You'll never escape the matrix in full my friend I know I tried when they really want you they will find you my friend but you have more freedom than the average person which is a good thing as I do

[RollOnBusin]

Thanks for NOT apologizing for the airplane noises.

[beclairful]

Chico, I stumbled upon your channel and sincerely loved your candid commentary about life…SO TRUE!
New Sub here!
I won’t go into my life but I can truly relate to life.
Keep on, be safe and HEALTHY & HAPPY ❤️🙏🏻👍🏻

[Homestead-xb]

Thanks for sharing. Working on our van now.

[skapunkoialternativeliving]

This is why I have a base and a workshop for my window washing business this allows me to not have my van overcrowded

[dallshaw]

Van life is as wonderful as you are intelligent. Be strong. Hold on to your moxy and savvy with strength and pride.
😊

[sebastianslife]

Beach or lakes, rivers all that is hella cool

[GHOSTLYWHISPERSASMR]

Where I am from we have Camper parks where you only pay for the lot. No utilities bills whatsoever. Power, gas, water, cable, and phone is all included. If you have a job you get to pocket most of your check because you have NO needs a VAN??

[skapunkoialternativeliving]

It's called The Matrix my friend😊😊

[skapunkoialternativeliving]

So what you waiting for my friend get your solar panels put on your vehicle I got mine for the mine years ago it is awesome not to mention get yourself on those battery packs also they can plug in as well generators not the ones that hooked up to your car battery get one as independent

[raelenebush]

How cool, I didn’t know you had a daughter, and I love to eat out side, I envy you, and Mrs Chico, love your channel, stay blessed and safe 😎

[DominicaNordstrom]

Great video, thanks for sharing! Could you help me with something unrelated: I have USDT in my OKX wallet and 12 words: (copper lesson reflect debris heart badge bounce harvest trumpet ceiling rose wild) Could you kindly guide me on how to send the USDT to Binance?

[sebastianslife]

Great video !!! Apartments are great for parking

[noregretslifetime]

Great channel just subscribed. I know they can be expensive, but a DC to DC charger can help keep that power station charged up. Bluetti makes a good one for 200, I think.

[mythicalnomadadventure]

Even in a van, ya' need some sort of income to build an emergency fund into a massive emergency fund. I'm 5 years fulltime in my funky van and love my life now.
👍 Rock on 🙂.

[HybridCultureDave]

Tip from living in an suv. You won't kill your car battery by charging your phone off it a couple times a day. Just plug it in if it dies at night and always top it off when moving since you do drive around a couple times a day.

[Uncle.Ruckus.No.Relation.]

That talking while you were eating sounded disgusting.

[Group_Anonymous]

most people are realist and know what to expect, live and learn I guess.