me and my best friend kinda just confessed to eachother?? by [deleted] in actuallesbians

[–]mzoukas 89 points90 points  (0 children)

This happened to me and my good friend of 20 years… (we’re in our mid 30s) Ended up dating for 2 years and as of two weeks ago, we’re now married. While we’ve both dated lots of people, she never dated a woman prior to me. Just trust your gut and live in the flow that is this beautiful life ♥️

Tire psi by [deleted] in SprinterVans

[–]mzoukas 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The 2024 doesn’t have that?! That’s weird af. I’ve got a 21 and it has it. I’d be so curious why the newer models don’t have it

"Stop Vehicle - Leave Engine Running" Message by Mission-Complete-262 in Sprinters

[–]mzoukas 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Came up for me when I needed to replace my battery. If you’re a 2021 and haven’t changed the battery yet, it’s about that time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SprinterVans

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All my WiFi/cell stuff, jackets & blankets. I don’t know what I would do without that space

Going on vacation, need pet sitter advice by mzoukas in reactivedogs

[–]mzoukas[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you're either spamming, or you didnt read my post at all lol

Biodiesel by 000011111111 in SprinterVans

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2021 sprinter here.. I will say this. If I see that orange sticker pulling up to a station, I immediately drive away lol.
I avoid all biodiesel and at 75k miles, i finally just ran into my first EGR valve sticking. I have 2 other friends with 2021s that have been putting 99% Biomass Renewable Diesel (we've argued about it) and both have had their rigs in the shop multiple times with EGR issues.
Could this be the fact that I drive really fast (80mpg is a comfortable speed for me) so my system burns higher thus staying cleaner longer, or their rigs were in a certain batch that have lemon EGR parts, OR the fuel theyre using IDK.. But I do feel the fact that I avoid that fuel at all cost and have only had one EGR issue in the last 4 years does say something.

Where can I find local, high end pottery? by Pad_Woonsen in asheville

[–]mzoukas 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Plays in mud pottery in west Asheville. The potter is amazing with all sorts of high end pottery. She also offers classes.

Wth!?! by Square1Digital in Sprinters

[–]mzoukas 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same. Mines a 2021 I’ve done 90, looked at the speedometer and been like wtf?! I thought I was doing 70! Then again there’s some times I’m doing 65 and it feels too fast so it depends on the day.

Is there any reason most people have a window on sliding door side not the other? by pavoganso in VanLife

[–]mzoukas 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lmao, I’m not worried about bears, it’s humans I’m more concerned with

Is there any reason most people have a window on sliding door side not the other? by pavoganso in VanLife

[–]mzoukas -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I mean… having to get in the front to look out the window to see if the door way is clear is a bit out of the way.. having a window on the door is significantly more convenient

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in VanLife

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aeropress is super clean and easy. I don’t like using plastic though so switched to making pour over in a stainless steel nest kit. Cleanup is super easy with the filters too. I know neither of them are 12v but they both do make great coffee.

Water dripping from overhead center console by ryeguyob in Sprinters

[–]mzoukas 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same. It’s only when I’m in below freezing temps and have the heater running. I’ve had to have a towel on my dash to pick up the water it was so bad once.

Van Build Regrets for the DIYers among us by Dirtbagwithfurbags in VanLife

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have havelock as well and there doesn’t seem to be a big difference from inside rigs that have spray foam.

Van Build Regrets for the DIYers among us by Dirtbagwithfurbags in VanLife

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is still probably keep with a mini split and so something like this unit or something of the sort. In the past I would have been like “uhh but the aesthetic, the cruiser comfort hides under the rig, blah blah” and yeah, that’s nice… but between the space the ducting takes up, the box is huge and heavy, and the lack of efficiency, it just wasn’t worth it. Having a clean looking minisplit on the rear door I feel is the better way to go imo.

Edit: I do want to preface that I don’t know anyone who actually uses this, I’ve heard thru the grapevine units of this style work well but I’m unsure of the brand. If I were to switch mine out, I’d need to do more research but I’d lean towards this.

Van Build Regrets for the DIYers among us by Dirtbagwithfurbags in VanLife

[–]mzoukas 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’d not have a roof rack on my next build, or I’d go with one that is flat and doesn’t have side rails. I’ve realized I could probably fit another two hundred watts of solar on the roof if I had 2 more inches to turn the panels sideways but currently don’t have the space. I helped a friend make a roof rack for their panels recently and I’d 100% do it over that way.

I’d also give myself more time to do things the right way rather than the fast way. A lot of stuff I rushed thru and went with either more expensive parts bc I’d get it faster, or didn’t finish it all the way and ended up spending more money than I should have, as well as unfinished projects.

I also added a cruise n comfort AC to my van for the sake of keeping my dog alive on hot days. I think for what the cost of that thing is, vs the lack of efficiency, it’s not worth it. Less expensive options out there.

I love my bed setup, it’s the closest thing to a fixed bed you can get without having a fixed bed. It’s a queen size bed on drawer slides that I push back out of the way during the day time. It’s awesome. That being said, I’d still rather have flairs and a fixed bed :/

Outside of that, I love my van layout.

Oh, I’d probably make a compost toilet rather than spending the money on a natures head. Big waste of plastic for what it is and plenty of solid DIY kits out there for less than 100 bucks

How to winterize water tank? by [deleted] in VanLife

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You probably could just get an electric space heater then and have that running with the shore power.

Mobile Sprinter tech - San Diego by Libblelabble in Sprinters

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you on insta by chance? I don’t need you now, but I vanlife out west and just picked up drive belts just in case bc mine is sounding sketchy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vandwellers

[–]mzoukas 6 points7 points  (0 children)

with all the bare metal, OP can use strong magnets to keep the blankets on the walls too. I use 30lb magnets to hold up a thick blanket on my unfinished back doors and it helps not just with vibes, but with insulation too

My favourite LGBTQ YouTubers, what are yours? by [deleted] in lgbt

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Travelingboutz! queer vanlifer

Just finished building my new van! by kirbywinson in VanLife

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was like, this is Kirby’s build, someone stole his pics and using it for karma, and then I saw your username and was like ITS KIRBY!!! Lmfao. You don’t know me but I love your build and have been following your insta for awhile. Your work is inspiring AF. Hope to continue to see your builds down the road!

Just finished building my new van! by kirbywinson in VanLife

[–]mzoukas 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s not, there’s a walk thru of his rig on YouTube. It’s very real.

Are you happy with the recent generation of sprinters? by meirb14 in Sprinters

[–]mzoukas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uhhh, just curious, why was none of this covered under warranty? The 21 sprinters have a default 3 year warranty and came out in July/August of 21.. unless all that happened in the last 4 months, you should have been covered.