Bus Bathroom Renovation Complete: I Finally Built a Shower That Works
I thought fixing my bus bathroom was going to be easy. But if you’ve ever taken on a bus or van bathroom renovation, you’ll know how quickly things spiral. We found rust.We found leaks.We found plumbing problems. And before I knew it, the entire bathroom was pulled apart. This video (and blog) is about putting it all back together — and finally creating a bus … Continue reading Bus Bathroom Renovation Complete: I Finally Built a Shower That Works
Bus Bathroom Renovation: When a “Simple Fix” Turns Into a Full Demo
Last week, I thought fixing my bus bathroom would be a quick and easy job. But if you’ve ever tackled a bus or van bathroom renovation, you’ll know how quickly a small fix can turn into something much bigger. This week, I realised I might have to dismantle the entire thing. We’re pulling panels off.We’re fixing rust.We’re taking windows out.We’re chasing leaks. And I also … Continue reading Bus Bathroom Renovation: When a “Simple Fix” Turns Into a Full Demo
My Bus Bathroom Was Completely Wrong… So I Started Ripping It Out
Turns out nearly everything in my bus bathroom was wrong. The layout made no sense.The shower was pretty much unusable.The toilet was in exactly the wrong spot.And the bathroom window… was completely transparent. So today I decided it might be time to rip the whole thing out. What started as a quick look at the layout turned into pulling out the sink, removing the toilet, … Continue reading My Bus Bathroom Was Completely Wrong… So I Started Ripping It Out
I Finally Fixed My Solar (And Here’s How It Actually Works)
I finally worked out what was going on with my solar system. It’s fixed.It’s working.And — most importantly — I actually understand it now. If you’re new to vanlife solar and every time someone starts talking about amps and watts your brain quietly exits the building, this one’s for you. Because that was me. This isn’t a wiring tutorial. I’m not going to pretend to … Continue reading I Finally Fixed My Solar (And Here’s How It Actually Works)
New Inverter, New Batteries… And Now Everything Actually Works
Last week I had absolutely no idea where my power was going. My batteries were going flat, my solar wasn’t making sense, and I was basically guessing every time I turned something on. So I did what any sensible person would do after reading hundreds of comments telling me what I’d done wrong. I went shopping. This week has involved new gear, rewiring, learning more … Continue reading New Inverter, New Batteries… And Now Everything Actually Works
Why My Batteries Keep Going Flat (And The Big Missing Thing)
I’ve got a new bus. New setup. New solar. New batteries. And somehow… my batteries keep going flat. In the last video I discovered something that made absolutely no sense. My fridge barely uses any power. The lights use almost nothing. I’m not running anything crazy. And yet, the system clearly isn’t working. So instead of starting with panels or batteries or controllers, I started … Continue reading Why My Batteries Keep Going Flat (And The Big Missing Thing)
I Bought a Toyota Coaster…What Works (and What Doesn’t)
This is the bus I bought — and I absolutely love it… mostly. When I came back to Australia after travelling Europe in a van, I knew I wanted something different, but I didn’t quite expect to end up with a bus. Specifically, a Toyota Coaster with some genuinely brilliant features and a few design choices that make me scratch my head every single day. … Continue reading I Bought a Toyota Coaster…What Works (and What Doesn’t)
10 Vans I Saw Before Buying My Bus (Toyota Coaster)
This video comes from a moment of genuine uncertainty — the kind that decides whether a chapter continues or quietly closes. Several chapters it turns out in my case. I was back in Australia, wondering if my van life adventures were about to end, or if I could find something that would let me keep going… just differently. Instead of rushing into a decision, I … Continue reading 10 Vans I Saw Before Buying My Bus (Toyota Coaster)
Van Life in Scotland: Chasing Reindeer in the Highlands
Sometimes the best adventures aren’t the ones you plan. Bec and I found ourselves van-lifing across Scotland, chasing views, whiskey, and whatever magic the Highlands throw at you. And oh my god… we stumbled onto the highlight of the trip. A Morning Full of Surprises We woke up expecting nothing out of the ordinary… and instead discovered something amazing just 25 miles away. Our route … Continue reading Van Life in Scotland: Chasing Reindeer in the Highlands
Distilling… in a Van?!
When van life wasn’t quirky enough, I decided to take it up a notch: distilling in a van. With an Air Still Pro in hand, I documented the whole process—from fermentation to my first distillation run—and yes, there’s plenty of bad hair and laughter along the way. Fermentation Check-In Wrapped up in a blanket to keep the wash warm, I checked on my first fermentation. … Continue reading Distilling… in a Van?!
Helen Wheels - Solo Female Van Life 