Epic 4x4 Survival Expedition Van / Home On Wheels

[@carriellbee]

I am blown away by the creative use of space in this van. I want one.

[@peymimor]

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[@blismwithmyblizblop]

He was pulling things out left, right, and center! So awesome!

[@mynamjo]

What a sweet and passionate guy. He had an amazing setup and I love that he could fit a composting toilet in the van! Absolutely incredible. Perfect use of space and fantastic add ons!

[@420van01]

Thank you for those good words . :)

[@shendaraalshedir1933]

You've put much work & innovation into this van makeover! And l especially love the bright & cheery additions of pretty faerie lights, tie-dye & inspirational little flags!! And omg!😮l bet there are Jeeps out there who can't climb a mountain like this 'mountain monster'! WOW that is impressive!!👍🏻👏🏻🤝🏻 More than just a simple little van for driving, it's a Home AND a real machine! Well 👍🏻Done!😄🐾🌈☮️🇨🇦

[@janetclaireSays]

What I love about this guy is how he is such a tech geek on one hand - so into the gadgets and the cool stuff the van can do, but then there is the psychedelic hippy side with the tie-dyed ceiling and the colored lights!

[@jamisonrayned.7052]

this guy probably has the highest score on Tetris;-) great setup, so cool.

[@420van01]

Not quite, but I do work as an engineer though. Funny you mentioned Tetris as that is one of my favourite all time games.

[@420van01]

Much thanks! Glad you like it!

[@o0julek0o]

Sadly, the guy who has the highest score as of last year is a teenage kid. Playing a game way older than him. Sigh. But it was a great competition!

[@ปิยชาติสาขํา]

@@420van01 .

[@Rel1369]

You (or whoever is flying it) are getting better and better with those drones, loving the aerial footage. Also the access you give us to all these different types of tiny house living is wonderful.

[@erebostd]

Nice car! Nice video. I really like your channel and you seem to be a very kind person,no wonder the people open up their minds and after that their homes for you! Greetings from Germany!

[@livingbig]

Thank-you for your lovely comment. I'm really glad you enjoy the videos! A big hello to you over there in Germany. I actually lived in Germany for a year (in Aachen). I hope to be able to visit the country again soon.

[@jorgschimmer8213]

+Living Big In A Tiny House . Ha. As I lived 1 Year in New Zealand. Blenheim, most of the time. When i finished my " little " projects i will invite you to your thing here in Germany.

[@livingbig]

Nice one! Blenheim is such a nice area. I love the South Island and would love to be able to spend more time down there. Yes please! It would be amazing to film some videos in Germany!

[@jorgschimmer8213]

+Living Big In A Tiny House. You are welcome. .... 😂. But it will take Years. 😟. Anyway. Please continue with your awesome channel and your Home !

[@lindalyn2490]

That way of living is ideal for free spirit persons. I wanted to experience the way of life in the last part of my life journey for well over 20 years but too many obstacles stopped me. I like what I have seen. I admire your freedom.

[@skibumwa2001]

Thanks Linda!

[@bscott9741]

Really enjoyable look at what John's accomplished. It's always interesting to see the choices people make regarding the essential things they need and where and how they place those things in a van.

[@NoFormalTraining]

He's put a lot of thought and effort into getting that van setup like that, the only thing I don't like is the lack of space to lounge around in, but I don't think he had the intention to just sit around relaxing in it, it's a van to have adventures in.

[@spidaminida]

If you're over it you can always BnB for a little bit. Otherwise, the world's your backyard :)

[@sguploads9601]

becouse it is really small van. It is tiny very light van created for off road. But solar panel? huge battery? water tanks? that a lot of weight ;(

[@ForrestKnight1]

I love how excited he is about his van! He just wants to show you all of it and really loves it.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

thats a nice set up for such a small van

[@henryocampo6553]

Bug out vehicles UK Torn Apart self sufficiency. I

[@coolcatcarolena4951]

I know many people living in vans and have seen many different builds. This is by far the best design.

[@scdobserver835]

ikr?!

[@coolcatcarolena4951]

+Scd Observer I'm jealous ;)

[@scdobserver835]

+CoolCat Carolena lol yeah!

[@LivingInAVan]

What an impressive vehicle and designer. I love the idea of storage in the curtain. Lots of great ideas in this build. Thanks for sharing!

[@skibumwa2001]

Thanks mate.. when you have small spaces like this you need to design the interior and think "3 dimensionally" in order to maximise every square inch of space.. Cheers!

[@peymimor]

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[@ianj7528]

I can always see Mitsubishi Delicas like those here in our country and I've always thought about its potential as a go anywhere RV. First time in KZbin someone like you sir have finally made a proper setup for that vehicle. Very well done it's a true sleeper and it's even more fantastic with all the little simple things with great functionality that you've done inside. Sir, I hope your van can last for more years :)

[@420van01]

Thanks mate. It took a while to think about the design, but I think I got it right.. Cheers

[@420van01]

Oh actually one other person did a Delica like this before me. You can see it here.. dinoevo.de I was inspired by them as I saw this van for real in South America in the Chilean Patagonia region.

[@JMichellesSpot]

This is a awesome video. I love what John did with his survival van. Big ups to him. Want to see his tiny home update.

[@JesseLynnLibertarian]

That's EXACTLY how I'd do it! Everything contained and uncluttered.

[@breathless9145]

What a great project, doesn't look like he forgot a thing! Thanks for the share!

[@pamshirley2289]

Love the van! Really like the storage curtains. Great job designing and modifying it.

[@stefanomorandi7150]

traveled newzealand, 1 month for both islands, with a rented minivan myself (not even close to this level of functionality of course, decent but still stock renting kind) i think this 4x4 miniwonder is the best vehicle any traveller could wish for in such a country! superb vehicle and nice guy! i also enjoyed a lot the video and subscribed for more, cheers!

[@420van01]

Thanks for your good words! Everywhere I go with my "apocalypse van", people always come up to and chat. I'd hope it's because I seem like a nice guy.. LOL!

[@luvmyfirman]

Totally interesting as always. Your videos are excellent. Your show needs to be picked up as a TV show.

[@skibumwa2001]

Fully agree.. a TV show is needed for Living Big in a Tiny House!

[@peymimor]

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[@DeclanBurger]

this is insane man what a perfectly done job the sliding out boards and stuff are sick as all fits in perfectly he's done such a good job for such a small area surprised man excellent video thank you

[@420van01]

Thank you for those nice words. Before any work was done, I thought long and hard about the design aspect and "usability" for small spaces!

[@TorchwoodPandP]

Did John ever build his Tiny House? With that level of ingenuity, I’d love to see what he’d come up with.

[@meikekrug1488]

Best Delica conversion video I’ve seen to date!

[@420van01]

Thanks! Feel free to copy it and make it better!

[@tennerear]

podria decir sin problemas que es la mejor van del mundo,,,, fiabilidad..durabilidad,,,compacta,,robusta,,,economica..... confortable.....

[@swisski]

I am looking forward to see what part two looks like; A tiny house owned by this guy would be very interesting to see! Aroha from Aotearoa

[@420van01]

My tiny house is now having its design finalized now. Should be done by the end of this year... TBD

[@420van01]

My tiny house is in the works and the custom design is done. The build phase is next!

[@WeAreBullets]

his very humble "its kind of a wolf in sheep's clothing i guess" yeah lol you can say that again, watching it drive right over and thru all that terrain was awesome haha

[@LoneWoodpecker]

I love the L300! It´s the almost perfect (could do with lesser overhang in the front) BOV. This one´s just the way I would build my one. Congrats!

[@kiwigirljacks]

I love your videos! Always so excited when one goes up! Can't wait for more. I really enjoying your presenting style. You need your own TV show 😊

[@wendybeach1036]

Awesome :) All it needs is a tent that can be attached to the back, for a bit of extra room when parked, oh and a short wave radio, and ... actually, I think he's got everything else covered. Good job. Wish I'd seen that metal plate he was talking about under the engine base.

[@420van01]

I have a waterproof UHF short wave radio (5watts) & fully functional GPS until all in one. Its shown in the video on my dash bard. As for the tent, I thought of that, but the cost to modify this was too much for the actual return on investment. I have a 4 season Mountain Hardware tent stored inside for nice nights. Check out my blog for more details on the design.. 420van.blogspot.com

[@Priyankhab12]

I've been binge watching your videos for years. I'm just hoping such things would pick up soon in my side of the world as well, here in India. We do have a caravan rental company, Trippy Wheels set up in the city of Bangalore and I can't wait to try out an adventure trip with my girls on that one. We'd hopefully camp around the Agumbe rainforest in the post pandemic world. ✨

[@GS42SCHOPAWE]

you have cool Medium articles

[@asbisi]

I love that in this highly functional vehicle, he found room for some flimsy things, like the lights, the rainbow fabric in the ceiling, a tiny disco ball and a bookshelf.

[@Biffmin]

Wow, he actually has an amphibious exploring vehicle. A true golden god

[@Truth-zn6hh]

Just amazing! Well thought out design - well planned. Could not believe where that van could go! Good job, mates.

[@livingbig]

Thanks! Yeah, I was super impressed with the use of space in this van.

[@sophiaa.4724]

You can really take it anywhere. Sleeping right on the beach is nice.

[@skibumwa2001]

Beach van camping is my favourite.. :)

[@CaptainRickhs]

You are amazing dude. The way you talk, its a gift. Keep it up

[@DuncanCunningham]

My Dad had a L300 when I was a teenager. I miss it, so square which was perfect for a camper and conversions. Now he needs to convert it to an EV and be fully (well mostly) independent. Solar is freedom!

[@livingbig]

Sounds like a cool project! I totally agree, solar is freedom!

[@celjoy1105]

An epic van ... good to taste the ride too in the water

[@valentijnbors1029]

hey man, besides the awesome van, i really want to compliment your growth as a presenter and filmer! The quality and camera angles are getting more and more amazing. Your movies and instagram posts are a delight to watch! Many thanks from a Dutchie

[@livingbig]

Thank-you so much! That's awesome of you to say. I've really enjoyed the whole process of creating the show, and the opportunities that I've had to grow alongside it. Thanks for watching! :)

[@anthonycrompton1980]

my mate bought one those ,within first hour he managed to drown it in the river , had the water up over the windscreen , meanwhile the stock air filters right behind the front wheel , it sucked water but we still managed to drive it home , great modification

[@kylesherman3077]

solar is a common upgrade now in rv's and survival vehicles, its nice seeing people use solar so much

[@420van01]

Solar is the big key that makes you fully off the grid capable. I preach solar panels to everyone who has a house, RV or van. :)

[@AsTheWheelsTurn]

cool van , well thought out! too small for my taste but I see the value in such a compact vehicle for sure especially if shit hit the fan, the more compact and minimal you can be the better. my 8,000 pound beast couldn't go half the places this thing could squeak into and hide out. These guys seem like pretty cool dudes as well! thanks for making the video.

[@420van01]

Yes indeed, this is my bug out, SHTF and zombie apocalypse van that's for sure.!

[@peymimor]

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[@thisyogalife24]

Love it. Living life on his own terms. Cool

[@420van01]

Thanks!

[@spidaminida]

Neat and simple - just like design should be!

[@HelenBeeee]

awesome van I'd probably add a poptop but for one person its perfect the joinery is genius

[@skibumwa2001]

The pop up idea is very good and I thought of that, but because I wanted a large solar panel, roof basket and the fact this a SWB (short wheel base) makes that not possible. There's a game of give & take I suppose eh? 👍🤓

[@finnblu3002]

+skibumwa2001 . great job she's a beauty...

[@johanjohn3959]

I love it when the van can go inside terrain pond. Great campervan.

[@networkween9836]

That man is INTELLIGENT!!!!

[@CopperLontra]

Very nice work on the video, the extra shots of the van moving around were great.

[@livingbig]

Cheers Jacob! Those were lots of fun to film. :)

[@Lugmillord]

Wow, absolutely impressive use of space. So clever!

[@salamalycoom]

Not bad. Wind the front torsion suspension up, fit a set of 31x10.5s (they do fit) then chase few landcruiser out the way :)

[@ezra8422]

Nice VAN! I really love that Delica. We have plenty of converted DElicas here in the philippines from RHD to LHD. Wish I can have a van like that....

[@scdobserver835]

Whoa! Pimped to its full potential! Hot!

[@livingbig]

It sure its!

[@coolcatcarolena4951]

heck yeah! It's sweet!

[@TioYesi]

Fantastic L300..legendary van...

[@paulwhite959]

like, I'd hate to live in that full time but holy cow that would be amazing to take some back country trips in!

[@ThisLittleShow]

Vantastic!

[@erebostd]

I see what you did there ;o)

[@jwatters9868]

he just needs a vanity mirror

[@DeclanBurger]

oh that was bad man hahaha nice

[@appleandoranges1]

He needs a pair of Vans to wear while using his vantastic vanity mirror.

[@bingobongo9203]

and he will listen to nir van a

[@EqualKinks]

this was a different turn in this channel and i liked it

[@koed15]

Good use of drones. loved the video as always

[@paariraaju9688]

Excellent choice!! Comfortable, affordable 4wd go anywhere, furnished vehicle 👌👌👍👍

[@doji6056]

I love all your stuffs, especially hanging Buddhist prayer flag !! you will be safe journey all time, great 👍

[@masonkim7]

again, thanks for the amazing video. ur getting better by the episode!

[@AmandaWil37]

Ooooh, somebody bought a drone! Nice footage :)

[@Heavenlydreamer]

:D

[@peymimor]

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[@googleuser2082]

That thing is AWESOME!! Well done Jon, top lad

[@420van01]

Thanks mate. It was quite a project, but I have admit it turned out far better than I ever hoped it could..

[@googleuser2082]

420van ever thought about buying a big old Jaguar front seat for it?

[@420van01]

Nope.. Don't seen any reason to upgrade the seats except adding nice armrests...

[@paolabueso]

This is absolutely amazing!! Thank you for sharing it with us!

[@Ulbre]

this is one of the best tiny homes, that DOESN'T have an indoor ski slope, that I've seen

[@canusakommando9692]

Good setup. Trick. He needs a winch on the front and rear. As long as you can hook onto something or backup he would never be stuck. I'm Canadian from Ontario. Here in Ontario especially in the snow belts off of the Great Lakes we get a shit load of snow. Being from Lucan and London you can go to bed with maybe an inch or two of snow on the ground and wake up with 4,5,6 feet of snow outside. That's a meter or two for my NZ or Aussi cousins. I still have to put it in Imperial terms for the Yanks right the river from here. A water tank that can hold a few days of potable water that can be pressurized from the tap of water at refilling or turn on your water pump and/or a small compressor. A small water recovery system that can collect moisture from the air with an applicable filtration system. A small stainless steel double sink. Several small wind generators that can recharge his batteries any time of day. Being close to water has the highest average wind speeds.

[@skibumwa2001]

I looked into a winch system as you say, but the added cost meant heaps more. Also, I would've have seriously retrofit the chassis to do that. Considering the amount of cash I put into this beast already, it's something that might come in the future, but I'd have to create a new custom bull bar from scratch in order to accommodate both the LED light bar and a winch. For now, I have Maxx Traxx and an 11,000kg ARB snatch strap. The best way to avoid trouble is to have thr foresight to see it coming in advance. :)

[@canusakommando9692]

+skibumwa2001 Um thinking more like Ontario and 6 feet of snow. I've had 4 wheelers in the past when u was a younger man. The which can be placed at either pull point on the truck. Yeah can't be going off road without a winch, period. It's an absolute must. You don't want to be caught at the cottage or the lake snowmobiling without proper kit. Where you from Skibum?

[@canusakommando9692]

+gary gibbs sorry about the grammar and spelling. I'm trying to do a couple of things at once. Winch, and I.

[@skibumwa2001]

I already asked the 4WD specialist about a winch system. They said my bullbar and etc will need to be redesigned in order do that. The cost would be massive compared to what I have already spent. I don't have the budget for it mate.. I am in New Zealand the video states.. LOL!

[@lehommedepomme6612]

awesome work. nice bugout. crossbow and all set for the zombie apocalypse

[@420van01]

Zombie apocalypse is coming you say? Bring it on!

[@DrenLeng]

Wow! This is a fantastic Van..so much storage!

[@micheller.6817]

I ain't gonna lie...that was cool!

[@Shadow2084]

Another awesome video from a great guy - thanks Bryce!

[@callumc992]

Gah now I really gotta get one! What I nice story put together there. Thanks so much.

[@Sean-wp8nx]

Awesome use of space management. Some neat features as well. Thanks for the share :)

[@livingbig]

Yup. I was really impressed with his use of space in this van!

[@EverymanJWL]

Dude has a great setup there. Impressive!

[@-Tjea]

Your content is extremely good, you deserve your sub base.

[@TerrilianReya]

Thank you SO much for sharing this video with us!

[@davidchu2473]

Awesome setup👍spotted this in front of me at a traffic light the other day.

[@mikekay213]

Awesome build, awesome channel, need more tiny car living

[@7Andy77]

Damn, I always liked those Mitsubishi Delica cars, and other similar japanese vans. I hope I will get one some time

[@dianeaishamonday9125]

This man fears NOTHING Godspeed, brother #respect

[@skyegladz1025]

Very Nice..Living Big in a Tiny Van..Perfect..👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏👏👏😀😀😀

[@livingbig]

It sure is! Thanks for watching. :)

[@skyegladz1025]

+Living Big In A Tiny House ..Always Welcome coz your video is very inspiring to us!!!Thank you

[@ScientistDog]

Really nice. I think if you want it to be more comfortable, you can extend upwards the roof, though maybe is not the best idea for a 4x4.

[@skibumwa2001]

No can do. With a solar panel permanently installed I can't change the roof any more than it already is.

[@AustinLWright]

What a win. Nice work!

[@jtcen1215]

Great design for such a small van!

[@kodeywhitewolf8528]

Awesome Van...Love it

[@krissebesta]

Great video! Excellent van! Can't wait to go camping in it. :-P Super job with the woodwork and the disco lights are groovy! Where's the gun rack? ;-) Nice camera and drone work too. Cheers!

[@skibumwa2001]

Haha - do you need a hall pass to join? LOL

[@samtheoutdoorman]

love it. Delica's are great for this kind of thing

[@420van01]

Agree 200% -- Delica's rule..

[@tomstravelingadventures]

Love those LED lights!

[@noels9847]

The content keeps on getting better and better! Keep up the good work :)

[@R3dApple]

true

[@peymimor]

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[@9thGenerationCajun]

Love this thing,the inside was well planned!

[@420van01]

Cheers

[@srrtbb]

Cool van, I wish we have some cool 4wd vehicle option in USA like the rest of the world.

[@francosubi1528]

Vamos El Calafate! Excelente vídeo. Éxitos!

[@cathybt]

Wowww..... He's so innovative

[@llamasGoMOOO]

Love this show so much

[@jcool5995]

What a beautiful van !

[@420van01]

Cheers mate! Glad you like it!

[@rokeeffe91]

dope. I like that white and black eighties look.

[@TIMVIX]

9:00 The guy in black dress was not expecting that water! XD

[@420van01]

That guy is a girl.. and the host's photographer. :)

[@mobitechexplorer]

Great job bro you make awesome

[@malibu448]

great use of small space

[@jacobvestergaard9097]

That guy seems so nice

[@rhymeforever]

Awesome build!!! Nice hippie vibes inside too! Great job on the video and production as well. Cheers from Oregon!