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Hightop Minivan Tour: From Compact Van Life to Roomy Expanded Space!

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Elaine is a resourceful nomad who lives in her self-designed 2018 Dodge Caravan minivan home. This amazing minivan has a fiberine hightop that adds extra space and comfort to her cozy mobile dwelling.
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@sigma_carnivoresse
@sigma_carnivoresse 8 ай бұрын
Elaine! One of my favorite things about Travel Grandma Elaine is that she does not wait for every detail to be perfect before beginning. She is a "go for it" personality who encourages everyone around her, all along the way! Much love!
@cotter9751
@cotter9751 9 ай бұрын
Admire how her build has changed over time. Elaine's gotten so good at this. Really happy to hear about the community she's building for nomads, those who can help nomads, and those who want to be nomads. Really love this kind of content. Thanks!
@allencheck501
@allencheck501 8 ай бұрын
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@rickhiggins6521
@rickhiggins6521 9 ай бұрын
I don't believe I have ever seen a hi top mini van. COOL! More room but still great mileage. Now a lift kit.
@Winniebago
@Winniebago 9 ай бұрын
Caravans are awesome even if you dont live in one. I took the seats out of mine and used it like a pickup truck hauling free stuff and selling it!
@stephengibson2869
@stephengibson2869 8 ай бұрын
I'm a man and I am very impressed by everything that Elaine has done for her minimalist minivan build. There's a place for everything, it's all well thought out. 👍🙂
@anitasimmons3599
@anitasimmons3599 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for another great video, Brian. I absolutely love Elaine and the community she got started. I had been following her on FB and KZbin for a while and actually met her and the rest of the woman camping on BLM land during the RTR2023. I love her simple clean build. The entire community was perfect for were my head was last year. I hope to reconnect for the WRTR this year while I take a break from homebase, winter and my responsibilities. Thank you, Brian for helping carrying on the tours and other videos on this channel, you and Bob are a great team, and excellent teachers. Thank you again for the video. I hope our paths cross again somewhere out on the road.
@TravelGrandma
@TravelGrandma 9 ай бұрын
We'll be camping at Hi Jolly again this January for the WRTR and RTR.
@anitasimmons3599
@anitasimmons3599 8 ай бұрын
@@TravelGrandma I hope to make it for the WRTR this year and plan to drive the class b out and camp at Hi Jolly again. I can't wait to meet up with everyone and my younger sister my come out too.
@charofheart37
@charofheart37 9 ай бұрын
I love how the beds were storage but not just open unorganized storage. The high top storage and under bed organized storage, were my favorites in this video. 🤗❤️👍🏽💯
@carriemainquist757
@carriemainquist757 9 ай бұрын
Love the hi top and the storage it has. The rear tent really expands the space. Nice lady!
@kentuckylucky5762
@kentuckylucky5762 9 ай бұрын
Its just about perfect..
@wyrdadventures
@wyrdadventures 9 ай бұрын
Nice to see your updated van, Elaine!
@kelliesmith4068
@kelliesmith4068 9 ай бұрын
Nomads Down the Road is where I discovered meet up opportunities & have met wonderful ladies who also enjoy camping & meeting others. I cannot express enough positive praise for the opportunities presented by Nomads Down the Road! TY Elaine! I enjoyed seeing your van update & am glad we met at one of the meetups I saw on NDTR. See you down the road! ❤😊
@DebbiePotter-xh7kv
@DebbiePotter-xh7kv 9 ай бұрын
I did not know they did high top for mini vans. So cool!
@Cali-ForniagirlinMichigan
@Cali-ForniagirlinMichigan 9 ай бұрын
I love how simple it is and roomy, the tent on the back really adds to a little bit of openness and a place to sit with friends if it’s raining or windy lol
@gilliandaniels9864
@gilliandaniels9864 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for your tour! Love your hightop storage and flat space solutions to keep everything neat and not have to juggle stuff around to use it.
@marilynrenaud1892
@marilynrenaud1892 9 ай бұрын
Wow, very nice. I didn't know that you could put a high top on a minivan...great idea. It gives so much more room and convenience. 👍
@eleanorcramer7986
@eleanorcramer7986 9 ай бұрын
So compact yet full featured. Clever details and recommendations. The group is a super idea for connection and community. Caravanning can be so beneficial when exploring . Thanks for your tour and invitation. Convertible seating is the best. E-bike too is great fit.
@lorinason712
@lorinason712 8 ай бұрын
I really like this woman's van. The headroom/hightop is an amazing addition to make this liveable. Being a minimalist myself, I appreciate her simplicity.
@lynnef3297
@lynnef3297 9 ай бұрын
Nice looking minivan, very neat and yet has everything needed. The tent makes for great extra space! Thanks for starting the nomad " villages", I'll definitely be checking it out. 👍
@terrycaldwell7700
@terrycaldwell7700 9 ай бұрын
I'm like that she can stand up in it that's what I about it most,that really means a lot.
@giftoftheroad7651
@giftoftheroad7651 9 ай бұрын
I love the split in the seat (front section). It will totally solve a problem I have in my build. Brilliant!
@dennisalanvids
@dennisalanvids 8 ай бұрын
Love you can stand in a minivan. I live in one but im 6ft so ill need to stay happy not standing lol
@latebloomerabroad
@latebloomerabroad 9 ай бұрын
That looks so much more open than other builds I've seen, I really like it. And she has everything you need. Good job!
@gailjohnson6670
@gailjohnson6670 8 ай бұрын
Nice high top expansion. Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.
@muzerhythm2242
@muzerhythm2242 9 ай бұрын
Love Elaine's build ideas. SO looking forward to joining her group!😊 I will be on the road late next year and wanting to find a group to connect with others, especially one without a fee.
@bridgetmuehlberger5141
@bridgetmuehlberger5141 9 ай бұрын
What a great tour and nomadsdowntheroad website and community! I hadn’t seen an added high top on a van yet. Great idea! I’m barely 5’1” and would have plenty of room! 😊
@texcinlulu
@texcinlulu 9 ай бұрын
Elaine I enjoyed seeing your van build. I have wished for a community when I travel to connect with. I will definitely be checking out your website. Thanks for the great video Brian. Happy trails! 🌞🦋💖
@bonnienklyde918
@bonnienklyde918 8 ай бұрын
Hello 👋 Boy you hit the nail right on the head. Im in the same boat. I built my 1st van out, found my RV, sold my van then remodeled my RV. (Klyde) However, its sitting in front of the house as I care for my elderly mother who has Altzheimers. Shes 94 and in the final stages. So once my mother is called to journey home then I will hit the road. I try to venture out in the spring and summer but its just not enough. Im ready to go. Thanks ❤
@guylamullins3602
@guylamullins3602 9 ай бұрын
I'm so thinking about doing this. Sell everything and be free of all the chaos.
@georgiacorey954
@georgiacorey954 9 ай бұрын
I love the simple uncluttered feel, the space for an ebike inside & the lagoon table. That's the perfect size bike. Where can I get one
@sherenenoracarter
@sherenenoracarter 9 ай бұрын
Brilliant little van nice and compact xxx
@NancyandMako
@NancyandMako 8 ай бұрын
I love your van Elaine!! We have a Sienna van and this would work so well. Thank you so much for sharing! Love your minimalist approach I hiked 4 months on the Appalachian trail with my standard poodle Mako 8:04 and really appreciate your different ideas!! Love it
@angelafitzgerald7407
@angelafitzgerald7407 8 ай бұрын
Awesome 👌 home on wheels.
@rustykatt3870
@rustykatt3870 9 ай бұрын
Brilliant design and interview! I have subscribed to Elaine's channel 😊.
@tikitiki7610
@tikitiki7610 7 ай бұрын
great lady with great ideas, thank you
@ferretzfan
@ferretzfan 9 ай бұрын
Yes, I admire the simplicity of the build.
@glendajorde9062
@glendajorde9062 8 ай бұрын
YAY!!!!!!!!! Hello Travelgrandma Very exciting to see you down south and meeting up with the group
@lisarichards3853
@lisarichards3853 9 ай бұрын
I wish she had mentioned who built her inside. However, I think she is a wonderful lady n that will help so many women. ❤ Great!
@meanders9221
@meanders9221 9 ай бұрын
Lisa, she did mention it was all self-built, all five versions. She just loves to build things!
@blueamenaa749
@blueamenaa749 8 ай бұрын
Beautiful.❤❤❤
@wooddavid8293
@wooddavid8293 9 ай бұрын
It's a great build - the most spacious minivan build I've seen!
@Lori32MK
@Lori32MK 9 ай бұрын
Love the simplicity and so practical. Definitely the way I want to travel
@ramontoro
@ramontoro 9 ай бұрын
Hello from Puerto Rico friends, always interesting comversation and video
@mysweetdiy1
@mysweetdiy1 9 ай бұрын
Love her rig, simple but very organized and she got everything she needs! Thank you for sharing so much info!
@KevinNorris-ke5fx
@KevinNorris-ke5fx 8 ай бұрын
Great video and nice simple Build
@Go.el_Hadam
@Go.el_Hadam 9 ай бұрын
I love how thought out her build it. Excellent showcase of ingenuity.
@williamwebber6533
@williamwebber6533 9 ай бұрын
Love your build out.
@dessiecamara9420
@dessiecamara9420 8 ай бұрын
Beautiful,nice job
@GypsyJvan
@GypsyJvan 9 ай бұрын
she seems nice..thanks..
@della7
@della7 8 ай бұрын
I'm a wannabe homebound caregiver. Thanks for your encouragement.
@janpiper3068
@janpiper3068 9 ай бұрын
Simpley great. Elaine, I'll be joining your nomad group as soon as I'm able. My box truck is getting built little by little.
@Doin_the_best_I_can
@Doin_the_best_I_can 8 ай бұрын
Exactly what I need. Best design I have seen.
@jacumbahighlander
@jacumbahighlander 9 ай бұрын
One word for hubby: couch! As in, you’re on the couch buddy! LOL! Sorry, couldn’t resist…
@gettingintrospective
@gettingintrospective 9 ай бұрын
This is THE setup! Perfection!
@campervanhelsing
@campervanhelsing 9 ай бұрын
Great build. Wish I'd thought of the water tank idea. Awesome
@KhanAsifAf
@KhanAsifAf 9 ай бұрын
Converting a car to a standup RV is a great idea. 👍 but i believe in come and go rather than full time, 2ndly everybody should have a toilet tent instead of using a bucket iñside car etecetera. I dont like that idea of a commode beside kitchen or bed at all.
@SSrominRuby
@SSrominRuby 9 ай бұрын
Awesome
@ronpeted
@ronpeted 9 ай бұрын
Very nice.
@AGStack9999
@AGStack9999 9 ай бұрын
Love everything about this! Checking out her KZbin channel and website. Thanks Elaine.
@timk440
@timk440 9 ай бұрын
Best small build I've seen yet.
@christigoodeating
@christigoodeating 8 ай бұрын
Nice
@mikewilley3190
@mikewilley3190 9 ай бұрын
Great video I look forward to more videos and hope to cross paths down the road I’m a new nomad and loving life !! Thank you
@artravision
@artravision 9 ай бұрын
Beautiful build!
@jogibbons4149
@jogibbons4149 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your awesome build!
@ingridbond3432
@ingridbond3432 9 ай бұрын
i really like the network you set-up, elaine, thanks!
@lifeoflucretia
@lifeoflucretia 9 ай бұрын
I LOVE ELAINE! ❤ Smart lady!❤🎉 LUCRETIA
@diaperdood1
@diaperdood1 9 ай бұрын
I wish they can do that for the hybrid vans like sienna and Pacifica
@christinef7739
@christinef7739 9 ай бұрын
Love her build-out, so practical! I'd live more info on the tent. What is the brand and how is it attached to the back of the car? I'd love to have additional space like that without it being totally separate from the van.
@Orangeshebert
@Orangeshebert 9 ай бұрын
Smart set up. Well done!
@smalltownhomesteadAC
@smalltownhomesteadAC 9 ай бұрын
How awesome!
@EJChezz
@EJChezz 9 ай бұрын
Enjoyed the video. Like it as it is so simple.
@paula.jackson5463
@paula.jackson5463 9 ай бұрын
This is Great!!!!
@junknapper
@junknapper 9 ай бұрын
I sure like that roof, maybe it's because I'm 5'7".
@donnafarley3274
@donnafarley3274 9 ай бұрын
Great ideas! 😊👍🏼
@kentuckylucky5762
@kentuckylucky5762 9 ай бұрын
Awesome!!!
@gingerjolley9027
@gingerjolley9027 9 ай бұрын
Very nice build.
@irefusetoaskmydoctorifyour6401
@irefusetoaskmydoctorifyour6401 9 ай бұрын
I had no idea one could even get a 'hightop' for a minivan! Are they only available for Chrysler / Dodge or are they available for Toyota Sienna / Honda Odyssey / Kia Sedona as well?
@charlieredeemed
@charlieredeemed 9 ай бұрын
She can use a plastic tub from the dollar store, as a sink. I just found some nice ones.
@maryistulsafox
@maryistulsafox 8 ай бұрын
@brianleonard6885
@brianleonard6885 9 ай бұрын
🎉❤
@foxfox9845
@foxfox9845 9 ай бұрын
Brilliant Safety Net especially for women like me. 🇺🇸♥️
@boundariessetinstone5893
@boundariessetinstone5893 8 ай бұрын
Can you pls tell me where you got the high top done.
@fruitfulvine222
@fruitfulvine222 9 ай бұрын
I wonder how much the custom high top cost.
@mojo4369
@mojo4369 9 ай бұрын
She mentioned $5000.00 but she customized it to make it 15 or 16 (?) inches instead of 12.😊
@kathleendittmer2447
@kathleendittmer2447 8 ай бұрын
I want to know too. Yes, 5k standard price but how much for 16" custom? 12" is just not worth the cost.I didn't know Fiberine could do a taller one for minivan. Love it!
@kathleendittmer2447
@kathleendittmer2447 8 ай бұрын
Cost of custom top???
@sonjah1913
@sonjah1913 9 ай бұрын
💞💞💞
@brandonkelley3366
@brandonkelley3366 5 ай бұрын
How much did the top cost you?
@shf030
@shf030 9 ай бұрын
did you go to fiberine in california for the top install?
@monnaprovost7294
@monnaprovost7294 8 ай бұрын
Yes she did
@jojobobo6661
@jojobobo6661 9 ай бұрын
how reliable is your mini van
@kennethfeist5504
@kennethfeist5504 9 ай бұрын
How do you get exercise on a e-bike?
@bmiles4131
@bmiles4131 8 ай бұрын
Some of them are pedal assist, so you get a little exercise plus help up hill. But she may have it just to get around the campground without moving her house car.
@scottpetersen6869
@scottpetersen6869 9 ай бұрын
Zero rollover protection
@TravelGrandma
@TravelGrandma 9 ай бұрын
The original bar across the top is still intact.
@ExpertSelections
@ExpertSelections 9 ай бұрын
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