Living in My Car: Mistakes I’ve Made with My Build (don’t do this!)

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ig: alyssavanilla

Jackery Portable Power Bank:
Car Fridge:
Rain Guards:

[FoodTrucksForDummies]

I just use a cooler with ice so far. I kept hummus, plant based milks, kimchi for probiotics, vegan cheese and even frozen fruits for my overnight oatmeal. But I do have to add ice every other day. I usually get it for free a gas station + truck stop. I’m still considering a 12 volt fridge. Sending love 💚

[billpotter]

Google just suggested this video, probably since I love car camping. Thanks for the good hints. I lucked into the best car camping setup when a neighbor sold us his old Prius for $4k. (Cheap because it was a salvaged title, but was really in great shape.) It came with dark tint and rain guards (I can't imagine not having them.) But what makes it so awesome for camping is the hybrid battery system. I leave the car "running" almost all the time when camping. I can run the A/C all night and the engine just starts once in a while to keep the battery charged. Even on the coldest/hottest nights it just uses like one gallon of fuel.

[godislove]

Starting my live in my suv journey this yr... just tried of paying rent ... trying to save.. big fan of your channel

[nomaderic]

5 percent tint on the back windows and the very back is a must. Hell I've sat in my backseat and changed with people walking around outside and nobody could see.

On the reflexitx buy cheap black poster board from Walmart or some black fabric from Joanns or something and cover the reflextix. That way it's black and not shiny and silver.

[dudewhathappenedtomycountr]

You can use a $10 solar lantern to charge your phone and to read by at night. You'll need at least an 1800-watt solar battery if you want to power a mini fridge. As you've discovered, it's best to go tiny or big. Don't skimp on a solar battery than doesn't do all you need it to.

[Morrisontravels]

I do truck living and travel the whole country and do photography aswell but anyways. Yes, I suggest getting 5% tint on the back windows then 15% on the front windows then use your reflectors.

[edenrenee]

Just get a solor panel and it will always be charging, I run my 12 volt fridge and laptop and phone with my 160 and never runs out because I have a 200 watt panel

[ACreativeSpace]

I liked your honesty at the end, that's why I subscribed. Stay safe out there love.

[andrewsalazar]

A cooler is definitely an inconvenience with having to change out the ice every few days. Add in food getting wet once the ice melts and it’s a double inconvenience. I’m excited to see what you come up with. Btw, that plug-in is called an AC female 👍

[mikeo.]

After a lot of research great advice given. I went with a goal zero 1000x. Alternative : Jackery 500 or 1000. These are basically a must living full time out of a vehicle. And definitely tinted windows at least in the back. I have a Toyota RAV4 so they came tinted in the back windows then I have a curtain so really looks inconspicuous when I need it to be. The fridge is truly something to consider as well. If you’re urban camping I’d say hold off on it honestly, but if you’re boondocking etc then top priority. Overall great advice!!

[claredate]

Also I don’t. Know if you have one yet but GAMECHANGER for hot weather: usb charging fan. I found one that has several speeds is super quiet and keeps a great charge on amazon. The air movement makes all the difference.

[maggie]

I know you don't want a cooler but I would recommend the Yeti Roadie cooler. It's small, doesn't take up room and easy to dump the water out. I thought about a fridge too. Just curious if since a fridge requires a power source how will your food stay cold when you turn your car off? I looked at the jackery 1000 and it's $1000 dollars lol. You can power a microwave off of that but it has to be an inverter microwave. I have the oven that powers off a 300 watt inverter which works well. I also have a thing that heats soup that takes literally 15 minutes. Im afraid to go too expensive because if I later decide it's taking up too much space then I've lost money.

[truesayain]

For the windows, buy that shade fabric for homes at Walmart, adhesive spray and some scissors and glue them to you’re reflextic and put them up, even if you shine light nobody can see you inside even if you turn you’re light on inside, that’s what I have for my Honda and tinting is a plus also and of course covering the windshield with a sun block reflector, good luck and stay safe, Oklahoma is cold AF RN lol 😂 🤟🏽

[Sitheonly]

Thank you for dropping this helpful video!! I have the same power bank, I don’t have a fridge but I still eat hummus lmao I don’t know if it’s safe but I’ve learned that it goes bad after day 4 like every other produce I get. Thank you for the tip on rain guards! I’ve been sleeping with my windows up this whole time smh

[brandonstillwell]

Omg I can’t wait to start doing this. I think I’m going to start a YouTube channel as well and do van life and fishing videos ❤️❤️❤️❤️ love your content

[mynextboyfriend]

"What's that called...electricians"
🤣🤣🤣
The jackery 1000w sits on the passener floor in my ride.
Got it so I can make smoothies, works for the Ninja IQ 1000w.
Come to LA and I'll whip you up a smoothie🤓
Car living for 2 years by choice, 3 jobs and a personal clientele.🤷🏽‍♂️
Not everyone can be a minimalist.
Too many needs. Keep it rolling and stack up!

[aneiceepoo]

Yess window tinting is definitely essential!!

[zjabbjaw]

U are an inspiration to all who want to live free! Happy adventures!

[buddhalife]

I do like you ! I hope to see more of ur videos! When do road trips i basically use ice . It’s less stressful on the car . Ur Amazing ✨🤗✨🥰🫶🕉️

[happydays]

You need a solar panel as suggested via others. You can get many compatible cheaper versions. I don't live in my car but do part-time off grid camping. I bought solar panels as back up. Best move ever, now I don't pay for electricity when I go on trips. So a solar panel is the way. I wouldn't upgrade your Jackery until you try your 160 with a solar panel with a 100w or 60w Solar panel.
If you really are determined to upgrade, the 300 might be better for you if you do upgrade but still get a solar panel. Still small and more power. Or get another 160 with a solar panel. That could charge your laptop and 12v fridge constantly. You could buy a connector to connect the other. Good luck. Do do a video with any upgrades or additions you buy. Stay safe.