10 THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT OUR VAN

[@kyli9187]

The flip up table is the best! Especially when you are making lunch for 10 people and need a place to put food!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

😂😂 absolutely!! Hella turkey sandwiches

[@BrianMGould]

I love your positive approach while reflecting on your van build; no matter what you did with your original build, I am sure you would have always have things you didn't like or would prefer to do differently but reflecting on what you love about it helps add value to the van you have.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks Brian!

[@pollyhart409]

My husband and I refer to your videos to help us through the van building process. We are so grateful to have you as a resource. One of our favorite channels! Love your positivity.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

That’s amazing to hear! Thanks Polly!!

[@kellyhager852]

Love the key storage! Stealing that idea - just not the keys!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Perfect 👌🏻 😂

[@goals6709]

Good info buddy thank you

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks for watching !

[@Scrambler85]

I watch a lot of van build videos and channels, I'm glad I found this channel. I have watched a few of your videos, nice design and quality. She is absolutely correct about the fan above the bed and adding hooks. I liked, subscribed and commented 👍

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Epic!! Welcome aboard:)

[@SergioBallivian]

I have learned tons from your videos! the good, the bad and the ugly are as important as the parts you made that were winners! Gracias!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Exactly!! Thanks for following along Sergio

[@patrickg3372]

Nicely done! I am definitely stealing your idea for setting up the heater. Brilliant!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Do it!!!

[@maryl965]

So happy to have discovered your videos! Love them. This one is already more than a year old, don't know if the comment will be seen by you or if it helps, but I'm excited to watch everything you've done so far. I just got my van and thought I had a pretty good idea of what I wanted to do. Now ideas are percolating - your thoughtful and detailed comments are very helpful. Thank you!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thank you so much! Glad to hear it!

[@patriciaankeney2218]

Great job as always. Love the bloopers that you have been adding.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Everyone loves bloopers!

[@iamjoec62]

Nothing better than building out your own van and then after all the blood sweat and tears it comes out better than expected!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Right!! So much pride!

[@yogistrail9723]

Starting to research van builds and you’re my favorite channel. Thanks for the detailed videos.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

You’re welcome:) thanks for watching

[@TheAudd]

the bloopers are the best!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Hahaha great!

[@michaelcontino3509]

Very good work, thanks for showing the way.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

You’re welcome Michael 🤘🏻

[@daveross5754]

Good stuff!! Thanks for the links, love the outtakes!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Hahah thank you Dave

[@guylindsay181]

Love, Love, Love your video's. Starting my own Promaster, 3/4T, 159" van this week so I've been binge watching all your stuff. Literally the best on the webb except maybe Humbleroad. Your a great teacher!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks Guy! Humble road is awesome!

[@alexavulpis8265]

Best van build ch out there !!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Love you hear it! Thanks Alexa

[@sarahloy830]

Love to hear about the best parts of your van.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Happy to share them Sarah!

[@georgebeebe2385]

I agree, all good things to love!

[@stevesidare2493]

I agree with the feeling of space. Another YT'er said that cedar gets dry and cracks. Maybe it's worth the nice aroma. (Note: the music is kinda loud compared to the talking. Videos are much more enjoyable when the volume is consistent)

[@Vandertross]

That key storage is genius.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Right!

[@obey_giant]

One of my favorite channels already! Love all the vids, the how to’s are so informative. And it’s nice to get an idea of how all the features work in the daily life. Thanks brotha!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Love to hear it! I try to make things as simple as possible!

[@EricTrogdon]

Thanks guys

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

No Thank you!!

[@susangriffis4122]

Colton is a good teacher! I’ll be using his videos as a reference. Keep it up & looking to more of your work 🚐🚐🚐

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Love to hear it Susan! Good luck 🍀

[@biff7006]

Love the lessons learned very honest.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks Biff

[@danzbeard]

Good vibes ✌️

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks dude!

[@donconniegardner3938]

Enjoyed your video. We just bought a van to build out and appreciate your suggestions.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Great to hear Don and Connie!!!

[@Eve_Making_Moves]

Love all your videos! You explain things so thoroughly, best diy videos out there!! Also love seeing Amanda in the last two videos 🙌

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thank you!!! Your van is gorgeous! So cool Seeing it come together

[@simonefire]

Really like the upper shelves

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thank you!!!

[@marcosw6893]

I wouldn’t have thought of the little seat/leg rest for the driver swivel seat. Great idea. 👍 What are your thoughts on a cooler vs. frig? I’m torn on what to do there. Awesome work. 👏

[@50whatnomadtravelnursemtb5]

Great videos, been using your videos to help me build my own!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

That’s awesome!!! Good luck 🍀

[@JB-fr5zr]

Have you thought about how to mount anything to the exterior of the rear doors?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

What kind of things are you thinking of mounting

[@JB-fr5zr]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds trying to find a way to do a vertical bike rack off the doors. Three bikes. Nobody make anything.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@JB-fr5zr ah I see. No I haven’t messed with that yet. Sorry!

[@55clp]

great vid. and loved the bloopers!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Hahaha thanks Casey

[@susanshaver912]

Ahhh yes, the look and smell of cedar !

[@gtrenosky]

Comment comment and some more comments...great videos!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

YES!! Thank you Gonzalo!

[@zachphipps5343]

Awesome stuff as always, Colton, thanks for all the great content!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thank you Zach!!

[@karenthomas4454]

thank you so much

[@Kismet-cx7fe]

What exactly is the name of the lock or where can it be purchased? I love your van builds, just purchased a ProMaster 2500 high roof, and I already know my build will be a combination of your many builds, all of which I adore 🥰 your work is always amazing, thanks you! I wish I could afford for you to do my build ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

I can’t remember the name. I just typed in key storage on Amazon! Thanks for watching and for the complements!!!

[@Chillyvibes718]

Love the set up

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@andya1976m]

Good job, guys!

[@susans7091]

Did you insulate the cab roof? I like your open overhead cabinets with the lovely baskets.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

I insulated the entire cargo area!

[@susans7091]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds I was told by one new van owner that had just had his built that it was impossible to insulate the cab area over the driver and passenger seat!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@susans7091 it’s extremely difficult!

[@susans7091]

How did you do it?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@susans7091 I only did the cargo area. I left the heater un-insulated!

[@amandayoest2432]

The key holder is seriously the greatest addition!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Right!?!

[@JojoandScott]

That little lock box is such a great idea! We're definitely going to get something similar for our van! Thank you so much for sharing the great tips!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

You’re very welcome! It’s a great addition!

[@darlenegrant6117]

Where can we buy the lock? I can’t find it on line.

[@rose8662]

Just found your channel and love it!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Awesome!! Welcome :)

[@phillipbellgreen592]

Sweet build. How do you feel about pullout trays in the garage?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Those would be great additions!!!’

[@tunguyen238]

❤️❤️❤️ this DIY Van build channel

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻 thank you!

[@patrickkeegan7535]

All your videos are awesome!

[@donpickett202]

hello Colton, just a thought, the "promaster forum" is awesome maybe you should join. you would be a great source and might expand your business, thanks, dp

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

That is a great Idea!!!

[@pedropaz1008]

Great idea with the key storage. Will add that to our van. Amazon?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Yes Amazon!!! It is a great addition!

[@leanne4499]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds do you have a link?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@leanne4499 I don’t... sorry!! It’s a simple search away on Amazon tho!

[@leanne4499]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds found it, but didn't know if you had an affiliate link to use. Thanks!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@leanne4499 no affiliation yet! Hopefully one day

[@Sarahmwoods]

Love your videos! Thank you for taking time to make these :)

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

You’re so welcome Sarah!!!!

[@ericbooya]

Awesome Van. Do you guys have an AC unit? Have you ever felt like you needed one if you don't have one?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

We have a Maxxairfann. If I am going to build a new one for myself Ill probably install a fresair AC unit!

[@LisaSoulLevelHealing]

I'm sorry, can you link to that lock? I didn't see it in the description 🙂

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

amzn.to/3o7o8TO

[@billridenour1]

Good job.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks again bill 😂

[@janelvogel269]

Love your channel! Working on a moto van and you’ve been super helpful 🤙🏼

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

That’s so sick!!!

[@bwbrady8372]

What mattress do you have?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

amzn.to/2YBH0Ar Here you go

[@LucasWildTheeWildBoy]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds Did you have to cut it down or with your bump outs can you fit the 74" long mattress?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@LucasWildTheeWildBoy I didn’t have to cut down the mattress

[@CindyCaVANas]

Love the bloopers at the end!! 🤣

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Hahah good!!! Bloopers are funny!

[@joeymyopic]

hi colton, any suggestions re promaster seat swivels, they are brutally expensive esp when paying in canadian pesos, thnx, joe

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Hey Joe! I bought mine from sprinterstore.com

[@davidstone2689]

Thanks!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

No problem!

[@mattkessler7660]

Love your build! Did you use oil or a clear coat on the cedar walls and ceiling?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

I did a natural stain and a clear poly!

[@mattkessler7660]

Great thanks. Can you still smell it after the poly?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@mattkessler7660 you sure can!

[@mattkessler7660]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds noice!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@mattkessler7660 🤘🏻

[@robkleinschmidt8704]

You have a ProMaster, correct? Where did you get the swivel seats?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Sprinterstore.com

[@patrickharper-joles9528]

Love the videos man!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks Patrick 🤘🏻

[@darlenegrant6117]

Plz share information on the trailer hitch lock!!!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

amzn.to/3MmN2IR

[@vovachkanikolsky3092]

Can you provide a link to the key storage locker?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

amzn.to/30NW7qQ Here you go!

[@vovachkanikolsky3092]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds Thank you!

[@audreysmith2557]

How long is your van? We just got a 136wb promaster. Looks like yours is about the same.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Mines the 159”

[@bobbeachler5521]

What type of bed is it? I've been looking at several 8". Thanks!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

It’s an RV short, 8” Mattress!

[@pleasantgay5268]

Thanks for all the recommendations. I am building a van using your framing plans. Thanks

[@elsaparsons4444]

Thanks for your videos

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

You’re welcome! Thanks Elsa

[@wendistraight6425]

Ha! Gotta ask - What was Amanda doing that was so distracting? And (because it wouldn't be me if I didn't have more than one question), did you switch out the base for a lower one before adding the swivel to the the driver's seat or just simply add the swivel? The Promaster seats already seem to sit fairly high and my husband and I were concerned about visibility if we raised them (especially the driver seat) another 2 inches. We are tall but not quite as tall as you and Amanda so, if it works for you guys, it should be just fine for us. And, finally, I'm happy to hear that my previous comment meant a lot to you. It was all true and I continue to appreciate you and your advice.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

She was recording me on her phone while I was filming the intro and it was too distracting for me hahaha. I didn’t install a lower base. The seats are pretty high but it didn’t take long to get used to :)

[@wendistraight6425]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds First, thank you for this response from a couple of weeks ago (Sorry, I thought I HAD thanked you). Second, we are still contemplating whether or not to install a swivel for the driver's side. We will have a cabinet directly behind the driver (similar to your most recent van build but closer to the driver's seat) and are thinking about having the option of setting up a table between the two seats. Can you and Amanda sit comfortably facing each other in the swivel seats or is there just not enough room for that? Would you need the seats to be at a bit of an angle to eat at a table between the seats?

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@wendistraight6425 Hello again Wendi, with both of the swivel seats facing each other there really isn’t much room for both of our legs. But if the passenger seat was facing backwards and the other seat was facing the passenger seat then there would be room for just one of your guys his legs. I hope this helps!

[@wendistraight6425]

@@AnkeneyVanBuilds It does. Thanks, as always :)

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

@@wendistraight6425 always!

[@davidbrown5367]

Great vid

[@JV-pd8wg]

I love your videos!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks you!!!

[@andrewbourne3122]

Great video thx

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks Andrew!

[@ohlisalisamarie]

Love your videos!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thank you!!!

[@BrianEnglishman]

Not enough Van Build videos with bloopers!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Hahah bloopers are always funny

[@donpickett202]

just letting ya'll know, my wife and i love your site and videos, ya'll are great, dp

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thank you so much Don!

[@MannyWC]

Just like any relationship, there are loves and dislikes…but we do not divorce the notion because of a few minor flaws:))

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Exactly!

[@donjones3355]

You might want to be careful with that combination lock. Those can be picked in about 2 minutes. Don't leave it in plain sight. Test it, see for yourself.

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks for the heads up Don.

[@98wolfpack98]

Here, have a comment!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Real homie right here^ 🤘🏻

[@LaurenLeavittATX]

♥️

[@iosullysammy]

Like it and comment it!!!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Perfect 👌🏻 thanks so much

[@youdiyan5255]

like your video!!!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thank you!!!!

[@trcraftyoutube]

Rad!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Thanks!

[@dalechristensen6246]

Here is your comment

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

Hell ya!!!

[@OfficialLoKey]

I love you

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

No I love you

[@josephj7991]

If u want more views have Amanda on more Often! Gorgeous!

[@AnkeneyVanBuilds]

What you don’t think I’m pretty enough...? 😂