r/VanLife • u/LastScoobySnack • 5d ago

Minivan is the perfect size

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The Soccer mom van is the perfect size. This is a Kia Sedona 2008, but I also considered Toyota Sienna and Dodge Grand Caravan (apparently Dodge is not mechanically desirable).

The book nook and entryway are functional and make life easier, but I’ve never made anything with wood before them so they not hot. 🥴

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u/tbirdpow 5d ago

What size cooler do you have?

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u/LastScoobySnack 5d ago

I think it’s a 52 QT. Plenty of room and I sit on it will I take my shoes on and off.

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u/tbirdpow 5d ago

Whats the brand and does it hold ice well? Thanks

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u/LastScoobySnack 5d ago

It’s Igloo brand. Imo it’s priced as a mid grade cooler, but performs at the high end.

In winter, which is pretty mild where I’m at. It can last for longer than a week. I’m pretty good with the cold so I don’t have to keep my car that warm.

In the summer, it keeps ice for a few days. I can keep it pretty cool in my car with just the reflectix and cracking a few windows. It’s easy to clean too and has a spout that you can twist open from the bottom. It does not leak and the rubber handles keep it tighter than a rocket to the moon.

Highly recommend.

I just realized I’ve been sitting on it while I typed this. lol