DIY JEEP BUILD- Living Out of a Jeep Wrangler - Year on the Road

[@drewsimms]

Feel free to reach out with any questions! Also, quick correction on the tires**. They are 33inch, not 35's! Sorry for the confusion!

[@jonnybmk6212]

KZbinr Project Farms just did a review on various jump starters. The Noco Genius did extremely poor. You should check it out so you don't get screwed up on some mountain.

[@drewsimms]

@@jonnybmk6212 Good to know! I've used it twice now to jump start two other jeeps (not mine) and it worked extremely well!

[@ironorhan]

What was the location? I couldn't make out what you said in the video.

[@The_IND_Miyota]

Thought so, looked small to be a 35

[@nicolabranca1818]

Metti i sottotitoli in italiano

[@Liquid--Bacon]

It's nice to see that Lil Dicky is in a good place in his life. Really cool video.

[@ethanwittenberg6172]

looks nothing like dicky

[@RM-ts5qc]

He looks exactly like lil Dicky

[@brocku0]

oml he kinda does look like him doe

[@Slvraven]

so that is why he looks so familiar

[@nelsondarang9146]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@royzender]

Makes me wish I had a time machine! Would’ve loved to do this in my early 20s. Freedom to travel wherever and do it alone. Kudos, young fella! You’re really living!

[@kenttegneskog1532]

Roy Ender why u don’t do it now then?

[@royzender]

kent tegneskog two reasons.....he’s 6yrs old and she’s 4yrs old. I am looking at some campers. Not as free spirited as this but close enough. Never thought I’d be into these types of things but here I am.

[@zacharyhelfrich]

@@royzender i feel the same way i do wish i could do this but my daughter is 4 yrs old as well i tell my wife shes lucky the van life movement wasn't bigger before we met id be in the mountains somewhere lol

[@diggydots8305]

Home Depot employee: hey do you need something Drew: yes

[@bahrain7274]

Diggy Dots 😂😂😂😂

[@drewsimms]

#pleasesponsormehomedepot

[@dboyagod]

Diggy Dots this comment is useless and doesn’t work 🖕🏿

[@diggydots8305]

Dhanuja Boyagoda lol

[@diggydots8305]

Drew Simms honestly call em up

[@Abbeynormal555]

Detractors in the comment sections in these types of videos, reek of jealousy and bitterness. This guy is living the life he wants, and doing what he loves. He has a fantastic and practical set up for the type of work he does, and is clearly having fun. Maybe some of you should focus on building the life you want, instead of whining about what he's doing.

[@paulmood308]

Truth

[@colleensunnex3929]

Totally agree 💯

[@jeep1077]

Sure but there is nothing wrong with pointing out the extreme privilege this guy has to live this life. He is a recent college grad that apparently has a ton of cash. 99% of the people in the world don't have the opportunity to attend a world class university no matter how smart they are. This guy did it and came out with a ton of cash. It is a fantasy to state that everyone should quit whining and just become him. Having said that...good for him for doing well with what he was given.

[@mikeanderson8939]

Hell yeah... and do it while you're young and able. I'm envious for sure. I'm seeing more young people getting college out of the the way and then "backpacking" as opposed to taking a year or two off first. That's not the "have it now" generation... that's the "I earned my time to explore"

[@nikolai3620]

Maybe you should focus on building the life you want instead of whining about people whining about what some guy is doing.

[@landyn1322]

This is such a different lifestyle, not everyone can do it but we can almost all agree it looks cool

[@michaeldavies9533]

I have to hand it to him it's not everyone's idea of living out of a Jeep he deserves a pat on the back,great video.

[@JesusFriedChrist]

Congrats on reaching the KZbin recommended section.

[@mihailh.8432]

Jesus Fried Christ yeah watching this in Moscow

[@captain9695]

Lol

[@Callsign_Prophet]

"Fits 2 easily, 3 is a stretch" Well you haven't been slacking on your game I see...

[@declanwarner4835]

A.J. Bensinger lmao

[@jordannowings3035]

Hehe

[@lindajay7365]

facebook.com/groups/1488362291306234/members/ This is a group for testing Jeep products for free, those are free products and need your valuable suggestion. Welcome to join us!

[@m.williams3497]

Lmao

[@adleybenson8858]

Comedy Gold

[@dylanmartin212]

The stock rear bumper is hollow. A few guys on KZbin turned them into a water resivoir it holds 7ish gallons. Search it would be great for your setup

[@liamcampbell260]

Smith & Wesson that sounds like a ford pinto situation

[@anthonyteichroeb917]

@@liamcampbell260 water is generally less volatile than fuel

[@jacbo374]

@@anthonyteichroeb917 lmao

[@polcadafalch3607]

Man, I know I’m not about this live, but it inspires me so much when I see people like you doing and working on what they want insted of just seeing their life pass by. The work you put on that jeep is a lifetime lesson!

[@seffr372]

Who else is here before they go to sleep?

[@jackwhatley8147]

well literally everyone will go to sleep sometime after watching this so...

[@Slankysausage]

what is the point of asking this question?LOL

[@seffr372]

@@Slankysausage bruh

[@arkarmiller70]

omg did u really just read my mind?

[@childofthemosthighgodtoya6447]

It’s 1:37am😂

[@kendam1204]

Man, you make me want a Jeep so bad.

[@drewsimms]

I love to hear that!

[@1Deejay7]

You can literally do this to any vehicle. If a short wheel base and 4x4 is what u want, still narrows it down to a lot of choices.

[@zachsteele6964]

@@1Deejay7 and more choices that can actually make it to 100k miles

[@trevdogbunkers1048]

Wranglers are overrated and priced, road noisy etc

[@mauui_]

@@1Deejay7 I want to do this with a RAV4.

[@hergie409]

I camped out of my 2019 Jeep Cherokee for a week on a road trip. It was okay but rough at times. Your set up is such an inspiration. I loved this video so much. Your creativity and ingenuity are amazing

[@drewsimms]

Thank you! Thats awesome you camped out of you Cherokee! Life on the road definitely takes some time to adjust to!

[@duramirez]

Had that tent in my jeep 10 years ago, here in Brazil, it was custom made by a very cool company, the main difference from mine to yours is that where the ladder is we have a cover all the way around that area to use it as a dressing room or some where closed to stay in snow/rain etc. it's very nice.

[@mariaruiz7318]

Very impressive! A Jeep Wrangler is my dream. Van life is another dream. You just gave me a great idea. Thanks for sharing! May God bless your journey.

[@willsohrnberger2441]

your drone shots in the intro of the jeep, specifically the sunflower drive by, were awesome.

[@Kimillions]

Thanks for actually breaking down/setting up everything for us instead of simply telling us about it. 😊

[@maxdominguez5543]

Awesome video, man! I think everyone with a Jeep (myself included) secretly fantasizes about doing what you did so congrats!

[@drewsimms]

Appreciate it Max!

[@roycegriffiths8617]

Hey. I've talking to you when you were parked over at Jordan station. I didn't know you had a channel. Very cool. Look forward to watching your adventures.

[@drewsimms]

Yes! It was nice meeting you man. I usually swing through utah every few months to regroup and fix anything on the jeep!

[@kathycrc]

This is genius!!! Not everyone is built for this but it can't be denied that it is incredibly smart.

[@MrDaveB123]

I'm 53 and in good shape and have taken on my photography much more serious;lly I think you have just convinced me to skip the van and save a ton of money Im just crawling around the woods taking photos what more do I really need !! Good work Drew

[@angogablogian532]

Dudes been playing too much death stranding already.

[@natewasylik1576]

Ango Gablogian what’s is that game

[@prestondunn1991]

Nate Wasylik KZbin it

[@Martin-xh1hd]

@@prestondunn1991 who tf says "youtube it"

[@Martin-xh1hd]

@@natewasylik1576 it's a terrible game

[@DavyDave1313]

@@natewasylik1576 its a walking mule simulator.

[@danielpassarelli4176]

This is actually a pretty cool build, congrats man

[@itsyoure9802]

I’ve always wanted to do something like this it’s so cool

[@eLLe0969]

I think you are the only one Ive seen so far whom has secured all of there gear... smart... very smart! Loved the video too!

[@kenmcdonald234]

The Internet really is such magic. I've been looking at Jeeps and Rav 4s the last couple of weeks, considering the possibility of taking off into the wildes (of Australia). Tonight I googled "living in car" and your video came up with a complete package. Thank you man, and happy trails!

[@fernandoandreau]

Sound goes up and down more than my mood during the day.

[@89Ayten]

Takes a lot of money to live like youre poor.

[@MonMalthias]

It's extremely expensive to be poor.

[@jordo641]

How's he living like he's poor? Just because he's living on the road? He has solar panels, dumb dumb.

[@sivachandan7089]

Dumbest reasoning ever..he is not trying to live poor. He is trying the outdoor experience

[@revanatictheplayer5120]

@@sivachandan7089 its a joke

[@StarfistShen]

@@sivachandan7089 r/woooosh

[@mrindia1]

I am too scared to do this but damn this is so interesting! I need a buddy!

[@drewsimms]

Thank you! Anybody can do what I do! You just need to take that first big step!

[@madamedoss]

Lets go!

[@mrindia1]

@Kermit of Rivia who said the buddy is a dude?!

[@mrindia1]

@@madamedoss Really?! I m up for it

[@sydney59]

Drew Simms So how did you fund yourself before and through this experience? I’m really curious as I’ve wanted to do a long term road trip. Did you have money coming in or have to save for the whole trip?

[@hclchgm]

Drew, your setup is 100% perfect for 1 person in a Jeep.

[@conorhogan2435]

The people hating on this man just SCREAM jealousy, I feel bad for y’all

[@vinny-vm3wk]

yep... bunch of clowns...and trolls

[@60toodles]

so you think anyone watching a video and not liking it or its content must be jealous. People like different things. That is what the like and dislike button is for. Get a grip

[@phillupurwaterbottle8307]

@@60toodles sounds like something a jealous person would say

[@nathanmyers1170]

This is EXACTLY the type of content I want on KZbin! Not, "Ignoring my bf for 24 hours" haha. Love these types of videos. Keep it up man!!

[@jeffc2081]

This is incredible. The shots, the planning, the modifications, and the great editing are all inspiring. But you playing Darius in this video won my heart. Enjoy the awesome life you have!

[@drewsimms]

Thanks Jeff! Gotta love darius!

[@The_IND_Miyota]

People used to write at least 50 pages in their book for this 20 minute stuff. Good one bro. 👍🏼

[@drewsimms]

Thanks man!

[@shubhampatle6297]

Which book

[@MsTemptation]

Nice set-up. Doing the build yourself makes it easier on you because you know what everything is for, where everything is located and how to fix things when something isn't working.

[@salami99]

So he basically put my college dorm room, in a jeep...

[@motorhead1528]

Oh my gosh I love your setup you're used every square inch of that jeep to store things it's awesome keep it up

[@drewsimms]

Thanks!

[@Ayden-Coats]

hats off to you man this is really inspiring to me and makes me want to do something similar! Your photos and videos are also on point keep it up man !

[@drewsimms]

Appreciate it man!

[@SublimeHydro]

I see you use Vaseline cocoa radiant lotion too, fine choice. 😏

[@britbarbi3]

Spiz D needed for all his lonely nights

[@queenbulova5682]

@@britbarbi3 😂

[@insane6142]

brittany sanchez it’s no nut November come on man

[@LonelyTigerGrowl]

@@insane6142 its no shave november bruh

[@insane6142]

Sarn Saechao it used to be

[@immanueldelcastillo6041]

Watching videos like this, emphasizes the necessities in life. Damn, imma clean up my cart on my online shopping app.

[@mallorylewis1418]

No matter what any negative comments on here, I think this whole thing is pretty stinking clever. Awesome, actually. Nice job, Drew!!

[@paseksuana]

the landscape..........amazing

[@Alptraumification]

6:45 - well dude, this is a freaking cool contraption. 👌

[@RWDtech]

Imagine how many COLD showers this dude has taken

[@kevinjack5184]

Probably stays in RV parks, campgrounds, etc... Hot water

[@lenora-yoder]

The shower water's in a black pipe so that the sun can warm it up

[@Username_Invalid]

I haven't taken a warm shower in months by choice at home. Taking cold showers has been one of the best things have done for myself. It really wakes you up and I feel keeps your immune system strong. Its almost the same feeling afterward of running or working out hard, just by taking a cold shower.

[@LilacRain_unbrokenchain]

@@Username_Invalid vasoconstriction for the skin is so good makes you tougher lmao

[@fulltimebomber954]

John Royall there’s a big difference between cold water showers and taking a shower outside in the middle of winter lol

[@davekemerer2566]

Bro you are my hero. I’d love to get to this point in my life and I’m 10 years older lol. Congrats man!

[@hashashin4087]

To everyone saying this is equal to homelessness, bruh we just have a different idea of what a home is that's all, I can see how exhilirating it would be to live like this, every day would be an adventure. 2 things to keep in mind: Good insurance/dont get in an accident. Successfully make money online to stay on the move.

[@realvoltxge5069]

True we all have a different idea of a home that's such a fact

[@kevoskryptoklik98]

I just sell drugs and I live in one worth triple the value of this one.

[@tommynikon2283]

Drew HAS a home. And a work ethic. The homeless have NOTHING.

[@kevoskryptoklik98]

@@tommynikon2283 what?

[@realtalkz3930]

"I can see how exhilirating it would be to live like this" 🤣

[@BRP42]

Looks like a great way to live! Maybe not for everyone, but clearly you love it, so well done! Best of luck in your adventures!

[@mackenziet2459]

It looked so cozy inside the roof top tent!

[@drewsimms]

It gets a little chilly sometimes haha but it is actually really comfortable!

[@wanderingphynix]

Just started living out of my Jeep as well and your rig is great! Can’t wait to upgrade mine like yours!

[@caleb.joshua50]

Haha me too

[@drewsimms]

Ah that's awesome! Hope you're enjoying!

[@archangel5627]

Your the second person I’ve seen retro-fit their Jeep as a year round Mobil home. Out of all the vehicles to choose from as far as turning into a Mobil home, the Jeep is probably the most difficult but also one of the best in my opinion. You really can’t beat the compact size and the off-road capabilities of a good Jeep. Your set up is very similar to the other person I was talking about except he doesn’t have a bed or any sleeping quarters inside the Jeep itself. He solely uses a roof tent. I think when it comes to living out of a Jeep you absolutely must have a roof tent. I just don’t seen any other way around it especially when it comes to comfort. It’s pretty amazing that you were able to squeeze a bed inside the cabin of your vehicle considering how tall you are. Overall I’m extremely impressed with your build and you definitely have everything you need. Great video and I look forward to seeing the next one! Cheers!

[@TwilightandShadow16]

Went down a rabbit hole shopping for a Jeep and stumbled upon this. Always SO amazed how people can outfit these into a sustainable living space. This looks awesome, props!

[@itsalloverforme12]

This is what I wish IAmJake would do. Good stuff.

[@laalaadeedaa3811]

Love your Jeep set up!! Thanks for sharing how you built this out! I just bought a Jeep and I am definitely gonna be using your video as a guide!

[@drewsimms]

Ahh welcome to the Jeep Fam!

[@parkerhein3378]

“I’d say the kitchen is the most valuable thing I have, this fridge is the most valuable I couldn’t go without it, this roof is the most valuable thing I have, this heater is the single most valuable thing I have in this car”

[@amandahayden9264]

OMG lol!!!

[@kevinb.3656]

This comment is the most valuable one I've seen. (I'm about to comment this under 50 other comments)

[@fulltimebomber954]

As i was reading this he said his heater is the most valuable thing lol

[@spacecore2972]

he didn’t script it lol

[@m.williams3497]

😂😂

[@snacking5908]

Spray the hood with raptor liner. Helps with the light reflecting back on you. Very nice and practical set up.

[@jackkoo1234]

Sir, Great articulated set-up. Thanks for showing all the detail as well as explaining exactly why you chose certain things.

[@mccoymrm]

You need to look up the stock bumper mod for JK's. You can hold 4 gallons in the stock bumper.

[@drewsimms]

A few people have recently set me it! Really cool mod, will have to add that soon

[@proanswers]

brilliant kitchen setup- well done.

[@marjiecleveland]

Your setup is great! I love everything you've done. So cool to see you do this in a Jeep Wrangler. I had a Commander, which I miss so much, and would like to get another one and do the same type of setup. Well done! Thanks for sharing!

[@ashleylynne8652]

Big Sur is my favorite place! So lucky to live so close to it! I’m obsessed with the shots in this video!

[@richardtinhowong]

i really enjoy the fact that you have made your own pieces in the trunk to tailor- made your cabinets as economical, sustainable and eco-friendly as possible! great job really

[@born2conform]

Driving about all the time kinda negates any "eco" credentials

[@richardtinhowong]

@@born2conform thats true

[@littlevoicesmusic7309]

For people complaining about how expensive this setup is, a little reminder that it appears he is living/working in California, where one or two months of rent probably already cost more than a majority of his gear.

[@patrickcunningham1242]

Way to true, had to get out of there in order to actually afford to live "normally"

[@vulz9349]

That's so true, people easily forget that this guy isn't paying rent so the extra gear is easier to acquire than if you had to worry about the cost of an apt with all the utility bills

[@hearanecho]

He said he liked utah

[@MrDzonski]

I have to say this is amazing... I would pay to spend 9 days in the wild with this incredible vehicle.... let's do it .... my new life dream

[@4bnewb969]

A really well thought out rig. Kudos for building it yourself. Safe travels.. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@drewsimms]

Appreciate it man! Australia and New Zealand are top of my list to see!

[@rileybuchan1769]

@@drewsimms AWESOME VIDEO MATE, KEP IT UP WOULD LOVE TO SEE MORE I CAN SEE YOU GETTING A BIG FOLLOWING IF YOU WERE MORE REGULAR

[@astroblemeRC]

I love watching your setup progress, I’m doing a reverse chronological watch of your vids, again 😄

[@terryjp3050]

Impressive. Your rig is spectacular. It so refreshing to me (72 yrs old) seeing a young man that has both Logic and Common Sense too.

[@lukecastellan8939]

Dude just. A question. How much gas mileage does it give considering the added weight?

[@2naaa_]

He probably gets around a mile per gallon of milk

[@Pharaoh5611]

Touno what???...

[@2naaa_]

@@Pharaoh5611 what?

[@lukecastellan8939]

@@2naaa_ per gallon of milk? Wt do u mean to say?

[@2naaa_]

@@lukecastellan8939 you're acting like I said something weird.

[@TheMuddman74]

This dude said..."my Dad had an old JK..." Now I feel old as hell

[@zekemchenry2368]

TheMuddman74 IKR lol

[@jaytroxel3495]

I know!! I though at first he might have meant a CJ8... but those are only 2 door. There is not a JK on the road today that I would consider 'old'..... MAYBE a TJ... surely a YJ... and definitely any CJ would be OLD.

[@zekemchenry2368]

Jay Troxel that was the first time i’ve ever heard someone say that lol

[@aliceprout6379]

I’m 19 but I wouldn’t classify any JK as “old” 😂

[@TheMuddman74]

@@am_i_sam_i_am not sure what you are arguing because the entire point of the comment was that calling a "JK" old makes me feel old. You are proving my point. The only thing I got wrong was it was his uncle not his dad. He said, "when I was a kid my uncle had an old 2 door JK". Comment had nothing to do with his age, his uncle's age, who owned the car, etc.... Its as simple as this - "JK" and "old" dont belong in the same sentence and when something that has only been around for 13 years is considered old and I've been around for triple that it makes me feel old. Not confusing. Pretty sure most adult Jeep owners would agree with my tongue in cheek statement.

[@grilla883]

Nice setup, I like the stained wood look.

[@drewsimms]

Thanks! Was alot of extra work staining but definitely glad I did!

[@staroceans8677]

Just discovered your channel and I must admit you are AMAZING. You're an excellent videographer and so competent and organized. I think your capabilities and skillsets are exemplary. I agree with one of your viewer's comments that I wish I'd done something like this years ago as well. You are truly accomplished and your videos extremely impressive. Plus I'm extremely impressed with how you cook it's healthy and it's gourmet...😍

[@dubbzvspaul1175]

More power to you Drew, you living life on your own terms, good luck and safe travels, please dont listen to all the trolls in the comment section, I dont know why people always negative about everything, just keep doing you.

[@1932roadster]

*I really enjoyed your video!* You should get yourself a Classic Military Jeep cargo trailer to tow behind it. You could pick one up for really cheap! it would look Awesome! & it would open up a whole new world of living & storage options for you.

[@drewsimms]

Thank you! I'll have to look into that! I have seen alot of really cool trailer set ups over the last year

[@immajabroni8709]

Imagine being a hiker when he was filming this and just seeing him standing on the hood of this Jeep spinning with both his arms out

[@ChristianNoelLaeno]

it looks like he’s on the wii sports island

[@chadh8357]

Christian Noel Laeno hah dude good call

[@brivera7]

I really like your Jeep set up. The best part is the kitchen. 😁 For me... DIY until die! 💪🏻

[@gnaczynski]

People with passion always have great ideas for spending free time and that they show how and what it means ... respect very nice channel best regards

[@andydrew3320]

“Fajall Raven” lol that was hilarious.

[@misterhen447]

Andy Drew yea guys got all the gear hahaha I wonder how he pronounces arc’teryx

[@mista_mask3163]

This man has everything I wish I had, -6’3 Height -A nice car -Privacy

[@plgwlk]

This will be me when I buy the 2020 Bronco and my wife kicks me out🤣

[@denostar]

omg what a win win🤣

[@wall-e1842]

I'm with you, dude... Waiting for my Bronco 2020 here, and my husband and whole family say a woman in her 30s should think of kids instead

[@davebanach9891]

If Jeep hasn’t sponsored you already we should file a petition. Using a Jeep pretty much to its fullest potential on top of making some high quality content my dude

[@dylankeenan1590]

Your sliding cooking station is the greatest design I’ve seen. Awesome set up!

[@gurshankang5512]

Jeep nation on another level

[@king99jason77]

I sold my house to buy a jeep. Now I'm driving that jeep to look for a house.

[@63fan]

LMAO

[@rg444]

great job, looks like a perfect setup.

[@contactjoy4140]

Your organizational skills are impressive. Well thought out design. Thanks for the video!!

[@JESUSLOVESU2]

Love your videos and really enjoy all of the winter camping videos too and the scenic shots from the drone.

[@Merakai01]

Amazing set up, living the dream my friend 👌🙌

[@drewsimms]

Thanks nicholas!

[@ghaziali3504]

This is the best setup I have ever seen!! Btw don't you feel lonely along the trip?

[@drewsimms]

Thank you! I did for the first few weeks but now I love the road on my own. Plus I meet a ton of people along the way

[@ghaziali3504]

@@drewsimms that's good your cinematic shots are awesome too keep growing... God bless you 😇

[@mileskendrick421]

He's 24 years old... he just has his girlfriend JILL keep him company!

[@ghaziali3504]

@@mileskendrick421 oh I didn't knew that really...that's awesome

[@devinhyman9544]

DUUUUUUUVALLLLLLL lmao only a dude from Jax would ever. This is awesome man

[@Lizarddqueen79]

This my favorite build so far.

[@Alex-rl4uy]

Well made video and good job diy. Inspiring, the wife and I are about to hit the road come spring. Very helpful. Keep on keepin on.

[@NomadPoker1]

Super interesting info. I'd like to do something like this with an F150. But, that's not how your battery works. It's more durable and will recover better, but if it's dead, it's dead. If you don't have power for lights, it's not going to magically have power to start. Lol

[@Bonezmi16]

Chris K just looking for comments like this before i told him my self. very misleading information.

[@Elijah_MadeNTexas]

More room than my studio apartment... Time for me to get a Jeep

[@johnwalker3263]

I enjoyed the video! It wasn’t like all the cookie cutter I bought this product videos on here. Really like your setup!

[@drewsimms]

Thanks man!

[@joshuasoucy2626]

Sick set up! You put a lot of thought and ingenuity into this! I am impressed!

[@jusren]

Your Jeep is so cool, and you've kitted it out so well like a Swiss army knife! Amazing!

[@Z_1917]

Makes for a great JEEP video ... "JEEP, LIVING IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS"

[@PhilippKlein]

What an adventure machine! So cool! Came from Andrew and subbed to stay :)

[@drewsimms]

Thanks man! Very much appreciated

[@Natalia-vn4bq]

can you explain somee of the financials, this is something I'm similarily planning so I would love some information!

[@ninjanerdstudent6937]

I follow lots of van and car residents. I subscribed. Keep it up. Everybody should do this!