Living in a (Teched-Out) Van Down By the River | Out of Office with Brent Rose
Brent Rose has just taken “Out of Office” to the next level. In this episode, he shows off the teched-out van he will be living in during his nascent year-long road trip across the United States. Brent gives us a fun tour of his supremely techy mobile home, including the roof-mounted solar panels, cutting edge lithium ion batteries, GPS-enabled, smartphone-connected alarm system, fingerprint-secured safe, and cutting edge stereo system.
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Tech writer Brent Rose is on a quest. With a surplus of emerging technologies and scientific discoveries popping up how do we separate facts from hype? Brent takes the goods out of the box-and out of the office-to find out how the new wave of cultural phenomena really holds up.
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Living in a (Teched-Out) Van Down By the River | Out of Office with Brent Rose
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There is simply not enough Brent Rose content on KZhead. Wired, please get your shit together and pay this man more money to produce more content.
i totally agree
Amen!
Yes!
I've thought this for a while
+Will Danner agree
This took me back to the "pimp my ride" days.
me 2!
Nice one!
the same system that works your windshield washer fluid can be run underneath your van to spray soap on the back tires... which means the best burnouts youve ever seen
unfortunately the TCS and slip dif in the sprinter vans make burnouts impossible. Source: sprinter van owner (unless someone can teach me a work around haha)
How about everyting water-related? Can you comfortably shower/shit/cook?
+Niki Herl ikr
i can take a shower in the river
Well that's all basic stuff in a campervan, he will just have to fill up his storage tank every few days or so, depending on how much he uses.
How about a funnel and filter that collects morning dew & rain from (the solar panels on) the roof top to fill up the fresh water tank?
Runoratsu in America it's illegal to collect the governments water.... I mean rain water..... Same thing
OMG, I've wanted a van like this for forever; but with a PC and screen built into it, as well. And a second, more powerful alternator in the engine to recharge a significantly larger battery bank whenever the car is running.
+Jordi Santini Yeah, I've considered upgrading the alternator, but I haven't gotten to it yet.
+Brent Rose someone needs to hook you up man. And we need more content from you
+Jordi Santini what you really want is another room to watch a screen.
@@BrentRose And I think you can buy a Goal Zero Yeti 1400 for 1800$ on Amazon or something like that if your 200Ah battery fails, because it's basically a plug & play power station that can be charged very easily with a solar panel without requiring you to have a separate inverter running to charge the thing. It's all in the box.
You got it all wrong. Just wire up 1000 watts of solar power in there. Been done... check out Tina Watts Solar and their Land Yatch. It's even radiant flooring for God's sake :O
meditates to trap music? this guy might be more white gangsta than even Sean Evans
How about a wifi extender that amplifies the wifi you can pick up on to maybe a 1/2 mile away, or a cell booster that takes a phone or mifi broadband up 2-3 bars? Also not tech related, you may want to take out the regular toilet and put in a composting toilet. That way you can replace your black tank with a clean water tank and sometimes double the amount of water you have on board.
In my van, I use a 15 dB antenna for WiFi and it works for parking lots pretty well. I can get WiFi from just about every business in a shopping center with it.
Thomas Paine combine that with a old satire dish and if there's no trees in the way you can get a range of like 5 miles
Your van cost more than my Bus AND the 5 years that I spent living in it whilst crossing the planet!
subbed!
So...? His priorities are just different to yours? Apples and Oranges comparison.
Alexander Cross they are both fruit you can compare them
"She like apples to oranges Bitch that phrase don't make no sense Why can't fruit be compared?" -lil dicky
Chris M thank you!!
Dr. Krieger had some pretty sweet vans.
Mike Howard he had the best vans.
I'm so happy he is back we want more Brent Rose !!!
I wanna do this but with a solar zeppelin and never land that shit, see ya land lubbers!!!
+Jack Thompson Jack Thompson...SKY PIRATE!
+Jack Thompson Look up the USS Akron and the USS Macon. I think that will suit your fancy.
+Jack Thompson i guess you're sportacus
+Marfu Dela Moana :D
+Jack Thompson Make it nuclear then you wont have to land for 30 years.
So fresh! I wish I had that serious power! Ill be living in my van starting in June. I have the Auxillary battery setup which charges the aux batter when I am driving, a battery charger which allows me to charge when docked at power, and a Solar Panel to setup when I am camping in the sun. I hope it is enough to keep me afloat! Cheers to the Van life, my friend.
Props to you!! That's super cool. I gave up on the van life, because now I'm going Tiny house :)
The 200 amp hour lithium battery costs $2,399 USD O_O
Saves you a lot more than $2400 worth of electricity bills though.
comparatively, it would take about 1 yr of bill savings to pay for itself, not bad really and during that time you are off the grid to spend or save that how you want.
Yeah, just get a damn Powerwall 2. lol
Sea BelowMe Yeah. Considering that your average lifespan is 80-90 years, waiting one year for it to pay off is quite a good investment.
Build yourself for about a G.
That such a good video! The editing, the music, the presentation, the concise word choice and explanation! Then the content, fantastic!
This is really high tech and really safe good job 😀 👍🏻
We just gonna ignore how he sneezed on command?
fake sneeze...
damn brent, curious tho, how much did this whole thing cost?
This is one of the best I have seen!
Agree with Will Danner. More Brent Rose! Extremely likeable/knowledgeable fellow talking about some great stuff.
Epic.....
Brent is awesome!
WE NEED MORE OF BRENT ROSE!!!
This van is heaven!
highlights a hook and plastic garbage can. That's so awesome.
I'm disappointed that he has a normal trash can and not a cylindrical one like a Mac Pro.
Zubin B. Takes up too much space
Should instead use a flux capacitor.
I rent a room so I live in a very small environment but all my friends and family were super impressed when my bedroom also turned out to be a very comfortable office and kitchen and living room. The way I did it was making all my space multipurpose and buying multipurpose appliances, my remote controles my set top box and my tv, my microwave is a combination microwave i hang my keys and skateboard under my loft bed and all my cables are taped out of sight. I like my room so much I don't really see myself ever buying a big house even if I had the money. By the way the interior of my room cost me about 700 euro and thats with spending half of that money on one closet. Most of all I love the fact that my room puts little strain on my pay check which gives me mental and financial freedom.
Would love to see the rest, hope theres another video on its way!
festival goals
Lord Potater debt goals.
Great Vid. Well done! No ums , ahhs or "you knows". Also no obligatory drone shots. :) Enjoyed the content.
by far the best audio and visual van video I've seen and I've seen a lot. hey what about flashing mood lighting around the exterior (for parked use only or you may have police trouble).
This is awesome. A small and efficient RV is a dream.
Where can I get that cube??? please let me know!!!
+Jordan Townson Enevu cube lights, you can buy them on amazon
use a arduino uno to program a small chip like a atminy or whatever, and use a led, could have mass production of them for bout $3 ea if they areant already that cheap?
I wanna see more vids of this van it's awesome
traveling prospector
My family and I have this exact van but not as tricked out! Me and that can have gone through a lot but let me tell you she's a gem!
Great job on the van; nice integration.
Where do you get personal shower space? I'm sure as hell not gonna making shower jelly fish in a public place
Justin Vasko These are Class B Motorhomes. They come equipped with a "wetbath" where the toilet and shower are in one space.
Justin Vasko I just got a gym membership to a popular gym that's all over the US and 24 hours. $30 a month is definitely worth the water bill.
Topher Stoll what gym? I'm considering going this route too.
That's what a friend does. When he started his travels i sugested him to get a gym membershit and just plan ahead for his destinations. 30 bucks a month and is a life saver.
Planet fitness is only 10 a month. 20 if you're constantly travelling (1200 locations). A lot of people like these as well, Helio Pressure Shower. Can put hot water in it and it doesn't use electricity.
wheres the river?
Great van! Great video! So I really like those enevu cubes but they are 30 bucks a piece! There's like 5 dollars worth of tech in those things. Subscribed! Keep posting and have fun. People like me count on people like you to live vicariously.
Wow!! Amazing video and van.
35? Damn! Looks mid 40's....
Genetics can be a bitch. Hope you don't get cancer or anything. :)
Jessie Venable True. Life can be dangerous at times. No point in looking young if dead. ;-)
Princess Peach
Im not sure how old Brent is. However, what he said at the beginning is a line from an old SNL skit with Chris Farley. The actual line is: "First up, I am 35 years old.I am divorced and I live in a van down by the river" .. Super funny skit. :)
I think his age is accurate. It was actually 35 years old
Machine guns, rocket launchers, mudding tires and a airplane
all in one!..I like my Astro better but to each his own!
great ideas i actually live in Springfield and will have to check out for solar panels too
Killer van! It needs a wrap. Check out The Stradman's satin purple wrap he did on his Lamborghini. Something along those lines (perhaps a tad more subtle) would be perfect! Can't wait to see what's next.
Wow, a whole month! No wonder you want yo share your expertise with all that experience. Frankly the whole video sounded more like an infomercial.
this is my dream
My dream is to go full time van life 2
👍 Absolutely awesome! Thanks for sharing. Wishing you the best. 🤗
Very cool van man ... I just picked up a cargo high roof sprinter and planning my mobile office with a shower and bed build ....
My dude brent rose bumps to meek?!
A Compost toilet anyone agree??? 😄
I wonder how many people actually understood that beginning reference.. Brilliant, thank you.
I've definitely subscribed great video buddy! thanks for sharing and I love the stereo mod, I wanna find a way to do that also. amazing tricks
How do you get internet?
+Adrian Alfacast I use a Verizon MiFi and I just turn it on when I need it. It hasn't worked absolutely everywhere, but it's been really solid. Definitely recommended.
+Brent Rose Yeah, I've got a MiFi and it's actually mind blowing how good it is. Better than most people's home wifi.
+Brent Rose I work at Verizon: try getting an antenna for your Mifi and run it to the roof...they cost $10-30 from Verizon. That should make it about 30% more reliable
You need to go to Japan and procure a sex robot that folds away when not in use. That would be the finishing touch on this High Tech lifestyle. Also if your van comes with a shower/toilet room, you might want to consider some modifications in that area.
nice van wood love it for summer
Great video, thank you...🌞🌞🌞
How do you take a SHOWER? Also, I am upset that you did not fall on a coffee table.
Def: A quick sponge bath by hand, using a wet washcloth or a pre-moistened towelette, to extend the interval between showers or clean up after casual sexual intercourse. so it fits my original statement. Does not specify locations being cleaned
+givememore4free There's an integrated shower/toilet bathroom area.
He lost me at the bass meditation! Im getting that safe and I'm gonna try to work out how he got that adjustable bass.
VeraBDO Just wire the volume control from the sub to an external pot. Done. If you're lazy, just hook up a 3-band parametric EQ before your power amp.
+Sweliam1 Easier said then done!!
VeraBDO Almost certainly. Shouldn't be too much of a hassle if you have an A/V background though. If not, you'll probably save yourself a lot of pain by letting a friend or professional do it. :)
Wow those cubes are pretty cool
Nice setup!
You're like my richer twin brother...
I wish I was rich enough to live in a van.
haha
There is only one reason I'm subscribed to this channel and it's because of Brent Rose
Chris Farley was and still is the funniest ever. He would love the van man!
Jesus, can this video be more of an advertisement?
What would it be advertising? His blog?
madestonian the FTC would've required him to disclose that the video was being sponsored. He knows every single item because he purchased every single item. He's enthusiastic about it because he's a tech writer who has slept in that van. If you watch his series and check his blog, he's actually lived in his van. Also, don't you think they would provide affiliate links to the products or SOMETHING if they were advertising it? I like that peopl cautious about what they watch but have a little faith, sometimes. :)
I like that, I plan on going on the road soon and not enough people say exactly what they did. Its really helpful when people are as descriptive as him
It's illegal to not disclose that you were sponsored in a video, if he is advertising these products, then he has a lawsuit on his ass.
World Wide Wong or maybe your just an idiot who can get scammed by anyone it could be that to
haha that dude had to wear P.P.E just to mount that solar panel. thats dumb
I don't even think I've linemen wear shit like that. Here we are laughing and that guy might very well be paralyzed from the waist down :o
lurk city I think it was for not waking on the roof with all his weight
Just to get to it! Not gonna turn the van on its side...
thanks for the great content! short concise and informative +1
It would be interesting to live in a van like that for a few years. Seems like a fun alternative lifestyle, granted you will have a sustainable job that accepts you being on the move a lot.
Needs more cowbell.
How do you shower..?
+Mads “Kiber” Kibernich With soap and water, i'm sure.
I have very little tech in my Honda Oddesey..mini RV...and I'm happy..
OMG. WONDERFUL VEHICLE. HAVE FUN TRAVELING
velia garcia WHY ARE YOU YELLING
Ls swap it
true that
imagine he had to pay for all this shit? all he head to do was make a corny ass video about the freebies.
1) You're my hero. 2) New additions: motorcycle trailer and a used KLR or other Dualsport with luggage for more fun/efficient trips to the store/work/outback.
Cool setup, I like the cube lights and solar panel on top. I couldn't live like you now but maybe when I retire. Later
Dislike because overpriced and not viable for anyone.
+SVCKMY DICK Neither is an apartment, but a lot of people do have some. 50% of the world couldn't afford a western apartment
what? iron man sucks
SVCKMY DICK Everything is unaffordable to some people, doesn't mean it isn't a good idea.
it isnt a good idea, people dont just live in their car becuase they want to. By the way Arnold Palmers are the best drinks ever.
You are correct. I boondock in my suv/second home sometimes and that's viable because it's much less expensive. Good luck stealth camping in that thing he drive around in. lol
Less tech, more practicality. One of the worse full time RVs i've seen.
Thankyou mr Farley
I love that SNL skit!
Dude i was amazed by this
Could you provide some more information about your Lithium system? I'm assuming LifePO4. What are you using for a BMS? Are you able to charge it from the alternator as well? Is it 4x 200ah cells at 3.2v?
That thing is badass!
wow this guy is my hero!
The thing with living on a vehicle is that adding stuff adds weight, and adding weight decreases fuel efficiency. If anything, I would consider adding parking jacks and wheel covers, for whenever you are spending time somewhere, and if you want to think about it on a techy sense, make the van self-jacking.
Living my dream life right there.
3:40 is when i was sold! Hahaha 👌😎
This is pretty sweet, good job!
Assision hu
A cool thing I have seen is captain chairs up front (which it looks like you already had them) and you put a projector above the cab and a rolls down projector screen for movies. Not my original idea but it’s still sick
Oh yeah, the little things count. I'm still living in my SUV but you have made me very jealous with your setup. Damn fine!
Nice one dude, I`m fitting out my van at the moment , stuck in that place of spend the money first time or compromise .... enjoy the road....phil.
I really LOVED the Chris Farley snl reference
Chris Farley was the man!
I would totally buy this and just live in it! It's just nice and cozy with enough energy to run my electronics and stuff.
+BLACK KID NAMED MATTHEW Sometimes that's kinda what I do. Pretty cozy in there.
+Brent Rose that's amazing! Plus amazing video too, I really enjoyed it! Amber the beast is really pretty!
Brent, love the series. How about reviews of solar portable chargers?
Genius! You are Heisenberg of tech :)
You're my hero.. As that RV is one nice condition and it's not full of house junk. As I see more people try and bring their homes with them. Which defeats the purpose of down sizing and getting on with living.
This sounds like a really great idea
🇨🇦 cool love the high-tech stuff !!!!!!
How much does it cost to add a decent solar panel system to a van? I'm thinking a westfalia type of van and only to power basic thing including a fridge.
Sounds expensive haha. Those light cube things seem awesome!!