Custom 1954 Dodge M152 Camper Conversion - 28K Total Build Cost

[@greyhoundTex]

I've seen his work before and now it feels cooler knowing how cool _he_ is as a person! Awesome vehicle, awesome dude.

[@teddylukey]

I used to live next to him in Seattle in my Skoolie back in 2018. He was such a chill guy and so generous! Never hesitated to help a brother out :) He just has this charm that lifts the spirits of the van community and restores hope in humanity. Also his rig is sick af lol

[@jackdawlove]

Dude! Thank you for the kind words 🙌 Wishing you a great winter season!

[@suzannecranford6819]

This is, without a doubt, my very favorite conversion...EVER!! It's Creative and free spirited, and amazing!!! 💗

[@chezmoi42]

What a sweet guy, enjoying his dream while giving so much to others.

[@64maxpower]

You could get a military trailer and fit that out as a camper and tow it. This way you could stand and make a shower. I love how you made the wheels work. I need to have something like that. My life won't be complete until I do. That is the coolest truck ever

[@pamelarw58]

Wow that is an amazing conversion full of life & character! Love the way he documents his travels on the walls…..a jeep well travelled! Very unique conversion! 👍😀🇦🇺

[@teresameyer3456]

Now THIS is what you call a great conversion. I would kill to have it!

[@Charles_ONeal]

I’m glad it isn’t mine. You would kill me. 😵

[@albertarose1433]

Gosh, I agree. Really nice rig there! Pretty cool vibe too. A fellow Washingtonian!

[@teresameyer3456]

@@Charles_ONeal 😂

[@jackdawlove]

Thanks for doing such a great job on this guys! Special shout out to Justin for doing such a good job shooting it. Hella is a tight space! 🙌🙌🙌

[@talonvillacres4730]

❤❤❤

[@LolaandPooch]

What a beautiful beast! Knowing nothing about cars, I went safe and got a new Promaster. But what you did is sooooo cool!

[@henrygreen19]

I have always been fascinated with those Dodge Powerwagons. I just look and I am sure that they are, the absolute unstoppable real thing. Love what you are doing and how you are doing it - right up my ally. Safe travels and look after that machine.

[@jackdawlove]

Yes sir, I do! Setting her up with a new 4 row aluminum radiator and an electric auxiliary fan this weekend. That will keep her cooling way better 😎

[@atsylor5549]

That’s a great truck and a great life. Enjoy them both!

[@fredmckiel1349]

Hello there from New Brunswick Canada. I also own a 1954 M152. I didn,t think i would ever see another camper conversion on this model of truck since there wasn,t that many built. I also converted mine to a camper. It was great to see your ideas and might incorporate into mine. It took me 18 years work to complete.. it was a complete tear down and reassembly. What you are doing with yours is a little different than what i had planed for mine,witch is to visit different lakes in my ares,stay overnight,scout around a little on my Rokon,basicly travel dirt roads. A few notable mods i made, 472 cid Cadilac motor with it,s mating turbo 499 transmission, Sagina power steering from a Dodge Ramcharger and hydroboost power brakes from a Chev deisel pickup. I,d be happy to send pics. Enjoy that good life.

[@jackdawlove]

Hello Fred! A rare M152 brother! Your rig sounds amazing. I would love to see your pics. Do you use Instagram?

[@fredmckiel1349]

Hello from Bathurst New Brunswick Canada. No i don,t have instagram but i,m on messenger and skipe. I would love to send you pics of my m152.

[@davidapps2605]

What a great setup mate. Watching in my motorhome in New Zealand 😀

[@LostIn207]

That is such a perfect use for an old M series. Nice build Rich

[@artemisp.folglemeyer]

I don't know if they are still available, but 20+ years ago 4.89 rear end gearing was available. The standard 5.83 (as I recall) is a severe limitation for highway driving even with the 350 V8...I know this from actual experience. If memory serves me correctly, the top speed is about 85 mph at near 5000 rpm. I can understand the 11 mpg at 55 mph, and even with the 4.89 gears the aerodynamics of this vehicle just plain suck, so what the 4.89 would deliver probably will not be 20 mpg but possibly 14 or so. I too ran radials, but they were using the split ring wheels and tubes. As I posted elsewhere, I did have an auxiliary two speed transmission installed, but the vehicle was lost in a fire at the mechanic's shop. I never got to drive it with the added transmission. That particular body is indeed rare.

[@cathyjay2569]

That, my friend, is a hella ride, home, truck, whatever you wanna call her. She’s beautiful!

[@bquade70]

Fricken awesome!!! Lake Havasu 🌞 Az

[@geoffholloway9407]

Fantastic van, fantastic life. This is my favourite build so far. 👍🏽

[@barbwatkins3676]

Super nice guy. Great to see someone living their dream. Very comfortable , characterful conversion. Congratulations and kudos..

[@stephenhenion8304]

Where do you stow the guitars?...Congratulations on all your achievements!

[@bjwieland-doucet5917]

Really kool truck! Keep on keeping on!!

[@lorrieleaver2447]

Sounds like a very interesting life in a vehicle you love. Great to see you and have a happy Holidays 🎄⭐️🖖💕💫

[@Elizar777]

Absolutely loved this video and this guy's personality! Keep spreading your love & gifts man!

[@fj40highroller1]

Sweet rig!

[@neilurwin9670]

A Really Good Well Thought Out Vehicle All The Best To You.

[@64maxpower]

That is an excellent vehicle. I love it. He did a great job

[@albertarose1433]

Really nice rig Richard. Nice job and vibe too. Love those open front windows too lol! I ride a Harley and that’s a big reason I ride to feel that air! Wear goggles okay?!? Happy travels and may you have the happiest of holiday seasons! 🎄🎅🏻❄️ A fellow Washingtonian.

[@jackdawlove]

Oh yeah, I totally goggle when rolling with them open! 😎

[@ronhobbs8038]

This inspires me so much. Wish I had the money to build something like this

[@jackdawlove]

I know the feeling! It took years to get to this point and I sold practically everything of value that I owned to get it done. Baby steps get you there.

[@ronhobbs8038]

@@jackdawlove I'd be happy with a class C or an already finished short bus.

[@idamison]

Love you Richard and Hella!! You’re an inspiration❤️

[@pinefilms3141]

GOTTA love the license plate 🤣 "me gusta"

[@songofsolomonjrs9939]

Pretty sure I just saw this Dodge in Tumwater Washington last week by the Fred Meyer. I had a 52 M37 which was an awesome vehicle!!!

[@diedredunham7383]

Cool build! I'd need the standing, I think. I think I'm going to try to rent a nomad vehicle, maybe then I'll deside.

[@jackdawlove]

Renting a rig and going on a long trip is a great idea. Do your best to imagine the van you rent is your home and all you've got.

[@diedredunham7383]

@jackdaw Thanks!! I'm not yet ready to go nomadic, but it's a desire!

[@mowattlavern62]

I love this vehicle

[@mototoad1242]

This guy is who I wanna be 30 years from now

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

Certainly unique!

[@deastover898]

I love dodge and love cars even more. Work on them, etc....I have never seen on of these. Heard of it from my dad as a kid. But sooo much cooler than what I expected

[@jackdawlove]

Thanks! The M152 CDN is a rare bird. I've met a couple other guys online with running M152's. But, out of the 1000 originally produced, I'll bet there aren't more than 100 left in good running condition that aren't in Canadian military museums.

[@deastover898]

@@jackdawlove that's crazy! It would have been awesome if the original motor was salvageable. I beat it is a beast now though. Good choice in blocks. Would love to know what else was replaced. Amazing build!

[@charlesboston1]

i know of 3 of these trucks, i have one , i'm told less than 300 made

[@jackdawlove]

@@charlesboston1 that's very interesting. I can't find it now, but I had read somewhere a while ago that just under 1000 M152 CDN were built in, and for Canada.

[@nelmaakino6706]

Thanks for sharing your Tiny house I love it so cute you can travel everywhere in different places of your country done subscribe

[@nightvan4427]

Yes well done Sir. From Seattle/ I will buy a van too

[@rog4981]

Nice job! And a nice man.

[@marymackay9565]

Awesome 👍

[@67JC81]

Nice excellent love that License plate me gusta super 👍🗺

[@jimmymalone3494]

I enjoyed your video

[@MsRandiCook]

Love it! You are amazing!

[@DL-by8el]

That is so cool! What do you do about hail on your solar panel?

[@jackdawlove]

I've never endured serious hail, so I can't really speak to that circumstance. I have a Goal Zero Boulder rigid panel and it's of excellent quality. I think it's actually supposed to be able to take hail pretty well if I recall correctly from my research. It's been a terrific panel.

[@DL-by8el]

@@jackdawlove thank you I love your build and what you do I wish we all had the courage to go out on our own and retire. I would love to just paint. I imagine it was hard to down size. I wonder if I would get board. Would love to meet you and your home on wheels.

[@jackdawlove]

@@DL-by8el downsizing wasn't easy, but it was immensely cathartic. I've never felt so light as I do now and I don't think I could go back to having all that stuff. Keep your eye on my location pin and give me a shout if I'm ever in your neck of the woods!

[@kairuzmaaka4497]

Beautiful

[@susanarrington9371]

Wow awesome build…

[@vernon44427]

You would have been better off replacing the engine with a Cummins 4BT or a Cummins 12 valve. Better fuel economy and a lot better torque to get that beast up and moving and also for off-roading. Maintenance would have been cheaper in the long run on the diesel as well as longevity of the motor, whereas you're probably getting less than 10 mi per gallon out of that gas motor where you could get 18 to 20 out of a diesel.

[@charlesboston1]

12valve won't fit

[@jackdawlove]

A 4BT would have been awesome. But, was just too expensive for me. Plus, gas is a lot easier to get and deal with in remote parts of Central America. Not to mention parts for a small block Chevy anywhere in the Americas vs a Cummins. I get a solid 11+ mpg cruising at 55.

[@marciaburrows7070]

I love your Wing Windows comment...hee hee hee

[@REMAX_CCA]

Love this!!

[@Herofixtv]

This was so cool

[@jennyconner6047]

Livin' The Dream😍👍

[@DeborahLong7777]

Way cool! I was born in 54 lol. Perfect!

[@nelliehagen5267]

Nice rig.My question is where do you go to the bathroom and shower?

[@jackdawlove]

I have a solar shower setup for use out the back door when there isn't a Planet Fitness or state park around. As far as the bathroom goes, I use public facilities when in civilization and camping techniques when in the wild. I'm blessed with a very healthy and regular system, so it's easy to predict and plan accordingly 😉

[@nelliehagen5267]

@@jackdawlove Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions.Keep on keeping on ✌️

[@niks966]

Amazing...

[@troyfullerton889]

So love it

[@lynlalalala]

Love it!!!

[@thecookiemangaming5646]

Well I guess now we know what Rossi from Criminal Minds is doing these days 😎

[@sabishiikarasu4158]

i could live this build .as a automotive mechanic, i love to do the maintenance on things , and its built to last . once the ol'sbc goes i would ls swap . 6.0l iron block setup. find a wrecked truck amd swap engine (maybe transmission) and harness . a few power wires and grounds . what transmission is in it ? cause a ls will bolt to most older bellhousings . but a 4l80 would be awesome in it .

[@Jaxismom]

Awesome

[@pinkladybikermamma3603]

NEAT!

[@jamesmac4447]

I want one how do I get it

[@jackdawlove]

Built, not bought my friend 🙌

[@1STGeneral]

I was hoping he put a cummins in it but he chose a game changer 👎. To each their own taste good luck and be safe

[@jackdawlove]

A 4BT would be rad! But, it was too expensive to source and getting quality diesel in Central and South America can be challenging at times. Not to mention parts. SBC Chevy is everywhere in the Americas and that was a big factor in the engine choice.

[@jamonshanoian1673]

So your going to Central and South America .....

[@karenfranz7262]

👍

[@AAChannelTV83]

Dodge keren

[@LatinSlav]

must be nice having cheap fuel

[@muratkaplan5496]

💯

[@millymclarkin2486]

I hope you were never vandalized in San Francisco. 😬

[@jackdawlove]

Nope. Hella has great karma. Even the ill intentioned guys respect her.

[@alanwondergem2105]

Let me just this. I was a medic in Vietnam. Part of my responsibilities was 24 hours on 24 off. I would be in my vehicle like the one featured here on a helipad waiting mostly for choppers to bring in body bags from the field. I won't even be watching this video. Way too many bad memories. 👎

[@jackdawlove]

So sorry Alan 😞 I'm sure that is very difficult for you. Thank you for sharing and for your service. Respect.

[@nelliehagen5267]

Thank you for your service 🇺🇸✌️

[@a.d.morton4624]

I like it. Don’t like the name of the truck or the set up BUT he’s a guy 😆 Roughing Rustic is like their M.O. Women make house spaces, homes✅ I really like that Truck Tho’. Nice and tough!

[@charlesboston1]

thumbs down for the chevy

[@jackdawlove]

You're not the first Mopar guy to say so! I would have gone with a 440 if I had been planning to stay in the US. But, since I'll be traveling all of the Americas, a GM motor was the obvious choice. It was one of pure practicality.

[@charlesboston1]

@@jackdawlove 440 is too big to fit properly , 318 / 360 fit perfectly and are a known entity world wide . 4bt also fits perfectly and makes this a 25 mpg vehicle ... 4bt is also a known entity world wide.

[@jackdawlove]

I totally agree that the 4BT fits perfectly. If I had had the bucks, I couldn't have resisted going that way! I am debt free and do everything with cash. The 4BT was just more than I could afford.

[@XiuLiwa1996]

@@jackdawlove you are such a nice guy! You respond with such positivity to these people that critique you for living your dream YOUR way. Keep shining Mister!