Five stars for the best van video soundtrack ever. 😂
@messiahjonz2 ай бұрын
How much weight can it hold while out?
@rydawell2 ай бұрын
Rated for 500 pounds!
@danieldelima24368 ай бұрын
I’m doing a small van build Im Florida and debating on getting a max air or the fresair. I hear the fresair has really good ventilation but with humidity as high as it is here, should I save my money.
@rydawell7 ай бұрын
Florida would probably be the state with the worst performance of the Fresair unfortunately. May want to go with (2) fans for maximum movement.
@jeffreyr977311 ай бұрын
'PromoSM'
@RobertWarrenGilmore11 ай бұрын
Is that a shower by the toilet?
@rydawell11 ай бұрын
Yes, the cabinet converts to a stand up shower when you flip up the tabletop.
@bwbrady8372 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your video. We installed a Fresair unit in our 170 Sprinter (mid-size) van 2.5 years ago, and have regrets. We lived in central Oregon (desert) and have only traveled in the western US where humidity is low. It sits over the bed in the rear of the van, and we have a Maxxair fan towards the front, so that, in theory, air can enter through the Fresair and exit through the Maxxair. The Fresair is great if you are lying on the bed directly under it, but it can't seem to cool the air in the rest of the van. I set up one or two small portable fans to help move the cooler air forward, but it's still less than satisfactory. Perhaps we should have reversed the placement of the Fresair and Maxxair because we seldom need the Fresair at night. (One small portable fan works fine during the night, and is quieter.) We also cover the windows with insulated covers. We didn't want an insulated curtain between the cab and the rest of the van because with our swivel seats, the cab is part of our living area. Maybe that's something we should reconsider, but we do keep insulated covers on our cab windows. Our van is a light color. So we avoid camping during hot seasons which, where we live, is most of the summer. I agree that it's really annoying not knowing how much water is in the Fresair tank. It is good that the low profile on the roof allows for a solar panel above it. The low power usage is also good because we never use shore power. Sadly, the cons out weight the pros so if we were do another van build, we'd probably not choose a Fresair again.
@mobius012 Жыл бұрын
How you liking it so far? Any reason you'd see that you can't install this on a sxs?? You think it would survive be on top while banging around offroad? How about the all the dust, would the dirty air cause any issues?
@rydawell7 ай бұрын
Yes, dirty air could be an issue. You would need to replace filters much more often.
@EmilioExploring Жыл бұрын
Sick build 😎
@EmilioExploring Жыл бұрын
Really neat video. Would love to check out your builds sometime. Do you guys convert Transit Connects?
@rydawell Жыл бұрын
We can! All work we do is custom.
@MrAndreascmontano Жыл бұрын
Have you seen this increase the humidty level inside the van? Humidty in the van is always a concern to avoid mildew.
@teachingbeats Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this, you may be the only real life test of this unit out there, do you use it while driving(of course guessing you have regular ac in the van)but just wondering if youve tried just this unit while driving on a hot day alone just to see? Thanks.
@rydawell Жыл бұрын
Yes, you can certainly use it while. driving. It could help cool the rear of the van while A/C takes care of the front, for pets or passengers for example.
@therealCellblock1138 Жыл бұрын
Slick build. I was wondering how long before someone finally built a chess board into the table. Glad to see someone finally did it.
@277kne Жыл бұрын
I like your van builds. Have seen some on Pinterest. Like the Murphy bed with the map. Are you familiar with a company in Washington with the owner Tom. His wife does the KZbin video tours. I thought this was the same company. Can't remember their name. I'm editing my comment. It's Freedom Vans. I thought they made rhe van with the Murphy bed and map wall.
@rydawell Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I think you may be thinking of our build with a murphy bed and map wall? See kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXq7mYavoZKiqLs
@277kne Жыл бұрын
@@rydawell Thank you for replying. The van looked bigger in some pictures on Pinterest. Is that the only one like that? I would like some details on it. Overall dimensions. The space and layout looks good.
@steve-from-toronto Жыл бұрын
Awesome.
@RRE769 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review on the A/C. I live in the Washington DC area, so its very humid. I guess this won't be a good choice for me. By the way, did you build those cabinets, or did you buy them somewhere? They are beautiful.
@rydawell Жыл бұрын
Thanks! We make the cabinets in house.
@meriwald13292 жыл бұрын
Need to flip the fridge door
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
That wouldn't work when the bed is down, as is you can fully access the fridge in bed mode this way. Thanks for the suggestion!
@treedeblue2 жыл бұрын
I love the little dog. How has the second Gen sprinter been in the Reliability department?
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
@@treedeblue It's been great but only has 25k miles. They do well if you keep up with service A, B and C.
@treedeblue2 жыл бұрын
@@rydawell I agree, transmission service is a must on these. Deff keeping this build on my list. The only big issue, would be the bed height. One of my pups is getting old, it would prove difficult for him to get up and from bed.
@JohnD0h_IT2 жыл бұрын
WOW! 10/10 I have watch hundreds of van build and you are the big winner by far for me. Sorry, but not sorry, I'll have to copy a big part of your design. Thank you so much for the sharing!
@tomgreen40942 жыл бұрын
I noticed you had your doors open, I live in Utah, humidity is usually below 10%, will this keep the inside around 72-75 with the doors closed if it is in the 90s outside? Or is it not efficient enough to keep it livable inside?
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
it will depend if you are in the shade, insulation, window coverings, etc, but the thing that I like it is that it can be used when the door open. It will be be cooler inside than outside for sure, just hard to say exactly how much.
@jaythejayzer2 жыл бұрын
for humid places like texas could this work even while using a dehumidifier?
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
I think it would work a little but efficiency would be minimal.
@jaythejayzer2 жыл бұрын
@@rydawell thanks, I appreciate your reply.
@alicrieswolf2 жыл бұрын
Hi - thanks for this review! Curious your thoughts on the placement on front vs back when combined with a Maxxair fan. Looks like you chose to have the A/C toward front - what factors made you choose that and are you happy with placement?
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
It's kind of a personal preference but can get pretty cool at night so you may not want the cold air directly over the sleeping area IMO.
@nicholasmartin79222 жыл бұрын
How loud is it? Could you sleep with it on?
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
Yes you can. It has about 10 speeds and low is quiet.
@MrBofficial09132 жыл бұрын
My resevor looks like is bulging, I'm not sure if I need to put a hole on the second bigger hole so it release air? Need help please
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
Yes, they can be overfilled! It is a good idea to fill slowly, check for bulging and stop as soon as it starts. Too bad there isn't a visible fill valve.
@eagle20g2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, So I live in Pennsylvania, humid, I just want something that will keep the van 70-73 during a hot summer humid day. I sleep during the day so you think this would keep it comfortable Appreciate the information with it not being able to turn off on itself. That might be a deal breaker
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
I think this might be pushing it to keep a van cool for ~8 hours @ 70-73 in your area during peak daylight. You may need an AC.
@Mayax332 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for making a good review of this! Curious to know how much water it uses on average?
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
it depends of course, but the tank should last a few days.
@emkaytee732 жыл бұрын
@@rydawell many gallons?
@НиколайГончаров-и1щ2 жыл бұрын
💯👍🙏💝🙏💕🙏✨🙏💫✌️😘
@chrisperry35252 жыл бұрын
very nice and unique. ijust wish folks would talk on videos!
@laffilmfest37592 жыл бұрын
Very nice ride....👏
@CutestArmenian2 жыл бұрын
The editing makes it hard to get an idea of the space
@leighclough1002 жыл бұрын
Hi thanks for the vid. how much water does it use ?
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
Not much, we have a 30 gal holding tank, so it is easy to top off.
@Timeculture2 жыл бұрын
It’s advanced thinking, it’s a true design. It’s not lines on paper it’s masterfully crafted function
@Timeculture2 жыл бұрын
There’s just something about this van that’s hard to put in words. It’s just true and pure. It’s a home
@FromShetoMe2 жыл бұрын
Are you still happy with the unit?
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
Good question! I will know more this summer on year 3, but I think it is a great choice if you visit any dry climates during summer. So far so good!
@carolynw.nutter64152 жыл бұрын
How do we get in touch with him
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
www.rydawell.com/contact
@zareththealchemist89822 жыл бұрын
Genius! I have seen hundreds and hundreds of van builds, but this one... I simply cannot believe this van build hasnt had more views. Stunning. You are an artist. I want to know where You are so I can have you build one for me. Please. I'm googling now...
@rydawell2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for saying such nice things! You can find more about us at rydawell.com
@davidenicolini012 жыл бұрын
Supeeeer!
@kahanabanana3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!!!
@kahanabanana3 жыл бұрын
I love this! Found it on Pinterest. I wish there was a bathroom but this is amazing
@debtfreerv66114 жыл бұрын
This is still my favorite layout of all the van builds I've seen.
@mikeramirez47074 жыл бұрын
i love
@graydation5 жыл бұрын
Whats the inside floor to ceiling height?
@MagicNomadic5 жыл бұрын
ok so THAT's awesome!
@ArriveOutside5 жыл бұрын
Amazing craftsmanship! Congrats!
@fireball306 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! What is the width of that bed?
@debtfreerv66116 жыл бұрын
Beautiful craftsmanship, genius and functional layout. Stunning, really.
@chewningwitmer58066 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure the best instruction is on woodprix website.
@josetthgordon25946 жыл бұрын
Is there an extended version of this video?
@rydawell6 жыл бұрын
Hello. Sorry, this is it, but more info and photos at my website rydawell.com
@alisterbc6736 жыл бұрын
Awesome conversion! how much does it cost to build the RydaVan?