How I store everything for living in my 4Runner (DIY suv camping setup)

[@NoPerfectPlan]

I hope you enjoyed the quick tour! As I was editing I realized I forgot to mention my favorite feature: my hideaway tables!! I use them all the time and they take up no space at all. If you watch any of my recent vlogs, you can see them in use.

[@rayray4192]

You can have your roof removed and a new roof with tent installed. Allows you to stand up in the back.

[@APARAJITMUSIC]

Do you have solar now?

[@lorenebrown6549]

R u in the Antelope valley?

[@jwray6150]

Can you add where you had the drawers built or installed. They carry a lot nice!

[@francisngo]

What a coincidence! I have a 4Runner and also started living out of it since May 2021! Great set up! SUVlife doesn’t get enough love as Vanlife so I am delighted to see another 4Runner camper! Safe travels!

[@NoPerfectPlan]

That's awesome!! The 4Runner is a great vehicle for living out of! We may cross paths at some point. :) Stay safe!

[@cynthiahamil9801]

Firestone now makes window covers that are black on one side and silver on the other. The black side absorbs heat for the winter months - and the silver reflects light - keeping your car cooler in the summer. I found mine at the 99 cent store... they were around $4.00 a window cover.

[@darkangelw8472]

Thank you for all your tips. I live in a 1 bed apartment, but I'm trying to downsize, van life style, when it comes to my clothes. 10 items of leggings,10 shirts, 10 dresses, 10 skirts, 10 sweaters/hoodies. It actually works

[@Adam-cw2ew]

This is so realistic for people getting into the lifestyle. It looks great :) Thank you for showing everyone how you’re rocking.

[@johncarter9054]

WoW ! You didnt just pack all your equip, and stuff in that small space; that rig is totally stuffed, but well organized. Good job.

[@donavonsegraves9793]

Hey it’s awesome what your doing because I have a forerunner 2020 and doing same as you . I travel as a nurse and live in my forerunner. I take showers at a truck stop 😁

[@joecool7165]

Joannes fabric shop for all over the place in Florida Velcro heavy duty magnets. This will fix your problem with your windows and you’ll be happy.

[@BNatoAk]

I'm glad you have pepper spray. You totally seem responsible, intelligent, and independent.

[@NilDreams]

I have the exact same 4Runner so it was great seeing your setup. The drawers are awesome. My reflective don’t stay put either and I came up with the idea of holding them up with old credit cards or old hotel card keys. That has worked really well. My setup is completely different but I’m happy with it so far. Thanks for sharing!

[@NoPerfectPlan]

That's an interesting idea! I love how creative everyone gets with their builds. Do you have a video/pictures of yours? I'd love to see it.

[@NilDreams]

@@NoPerfectPlan don’t have a video yet. I have some pictures.

[@briancclevenger]

Nice job on displaying your home on wheels but how many changes/adjustments do you think you've made to get your rig to this point. The planning alone must have been something to witness. Just a suggestion, I have a foldable solar panel that I put in as a sun shade for the windshield and connect it to my Jackery 1000, it adds power while keeping the car cooler. Another tip to share is I bought a butane stove with the propane hose kit, that way I can use butane or those green 1lb bottles, it gives me options. I look forward to watching your future vlogs, until then, I hope you take care and stay safe out there.

[@AlwaysOutdoorsy]

I bet you had no idea you were going get a four legged companion Zora and a RTT during this time. 😊

[@Mommyspicee]

Everything was so organized it was very satisfying love your build!

[@Klunker1]

Looks like a fun way to live if your under 30 plus no HOA . Incredible award winning outfitting.

[@thefreedomglobalshow5579]

I love what you do girl. I really think it is amazing that you are showing the world that you can do this on your own. That really says something for you and every other female out there. Anyone can do this, and you show that 100 percent.

[@torithetraveler8681]

Also a fellow 4Runner dweller! If you’re ever in the Colorado area feel free to message me. Would love to have more car living friends 🤠 Safe travels!

[@TheHighCountryHooligan]

Sucha Sick Setup! Super Jelly! Stay Awesome dude. Stoked to watch the Video about the Hideaway tables!

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thank you!

[@zachdawn7600]

Ok first off… i love u … your hiking boot selection and the obscure fact u have an ice axe. Marry me lol. We can travel north and South America in our 4Runners! I’m building my custom 4runner 2019 RN. Toss me advice at will. Ill do a tick/YT on it myself later. Thank you have a great day!

[@guapo9223]

I recommend roof storage for not everyday items. and a awning for shade in summer.

[@petebartlett3316]

I just found your channel tonight and am really . I lived and worked in Telluride back in the late 80`s so seeing you brave sub-zero Temps in Silverton brought back fond memories. You're doing a great job and I look forward to following your adventures 😀

[@matthewburden9403]

You might consider getting some tools to stuff in that cute cubby. Who do you go to when something needs to get fixed? Where is your spare? Do you have an app for that?

[@MikesToolShed]

Been liking your vids for a few months now. I just have one question, what is your miles per gallon with it all loaded up.

[@NoPerfectPlan]

It honestly did not have a noticeable impact on mpgs. I still get around 19-20 on the highway and 15-16 in town. Thanks for watching!

[@StellaDavila]

Where to use the restroom at night? My set up is almost the same. I sold my 4 runner I miss it. But it had 315,000 miles on it. Now just a Prius V station wagon. Have not removed the seats yet. But then I haven’t taken to the road yet. I use a trip toilet behind the drivers seat. I’m the small car it is a challenge. One night I was at a campground in New Mexico and used my pop up tent with trip toilet inside. The weather was nice though. And the wolves and coyotes were somewhere howling in the middle of the night. Seemed kinda spooky. Happy travels.

[@Draolven]

I love this. I just got a 2016 Honda Pilot and my gf and I are looking up setups because where we are living now is going to be sold most likely in the springand we don't want to do the ridiculous rentals here in Maine so we think maybe we'll take a few months of spring through fall to live in our suv while we save and compare options

[@lastnamefirst1981]

Nice video. Optical tip: never leave your glasses in direct sunlight for a long period. The heat will craze your lenses.

[@VeryCoolAlan]

I'm here before the channel blows up! Cool content! 👍👍👍

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thanks so much! I hope you are right haha! :)

[@13juniper]

I know this is an old video but yay Oregon Chai! haha

[@barbarar.7833]

Gread van tour. It's helped me with some ideas. Thanks

[@daved6351]

Great setup. Enjoy your videos. I was wondering if at all you keep any gear for car emergencies. Like Towing cables, maxtrax, etc.

[@countdebleauchamp]

Brilliant. The one time I lived out of a vehicle, 6 months or so, I used an RTIC cooler for refrigeration, but a real refrigerator may be cheaper and certainly less trouble over the long run.

[@insanoinsano3878]

U could put the fridge door opening to the front (if is possible )and like that u can acess food from the front seats and dont go out when raining..

[@Curleymctell]

Wow. You carry around so much stuff. Shoes, clothes, cosmetics. I'm sure you rock it. This isn't a hater comment, I'm just baffled.

[@riskadvisorla3868]

You keep everything very organized. Impressive!!!

[@donavonsegraves9793]

In the winter I use a Buffalo hide to keep warm 😁

[@livelife7440]

Congratulations on 1,000 subscribers! I really like your setup but I would have to have one side on a lower platform for the headroom. Other than that I like your fridge and your power station and your pullout tables are so smart.

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thank you! I may look into the lower platform on one side if I do another build... I haven't completely decided my thoughts on it. I go back and forth. It would be nice to be able to sit up somewhere other than the driver's seat, especially on the bad weather days. Also, the pullout tables are by far the most used pieces of the build.

[@rayray4192]

You can have the entire roof removed and a roof/ tent installed. Then you can stand up in the back.

[@derekdestep40]

How about a bear bell

[@terenceh7511]

great set up, who built the sliding draws ?

[@a.b.c.d.e.f.u367]

Take good care of yourself! Have watch a few blogs of your videos looks interesting👌 take care 👌

[@ThomasBaird11]

Nice SUV set up!

[@hero2006]

Great video and thanks for sharing. I just bought a 2022 4Runner and have a similar setup. Safe Travels.

[@yanglu9555]

This is my second video that I've watched from your vlog. Quite interesting on your setup. I haven't start to setup mine just yet, but trying to obtain all the information that I can about drawer systems before I get started. Which it leads to my question on why haven't you decided to upgrade modifications to your 4Runner? Great job!

[@midnightcharasmr]

One strip of double sided adhesive Velcro would help your window cover!

[@noahriding5780]

How do you car camp when its too hot outside to be in the car? (like 90+ heat, etc) It seems like people can deal with the cold and turn the car into a hot tent through various ways... but the power draw probably too high to run AC all the time in summer. Thanks.

[@jimkingsland1645]

Thank you very much for the complete walk through tour! I learned a lot and made some notes. It’s apparent you have a passion and lifestyle you are happy about. Your enthusiasm and vitality are contagious and inspiring. I will have to watch again about the Garmin what is it-satellite communication? And the mattress-seems the Amazon link does not work. But no matter-I will figure these out. Thanks again. Happy travels I’m subscribed and looking forward to more.

[@katharineferguson6791]

Nice roof top camper. Glad you decided on what to purchase, love it and are able to afford it. I saw someone posted $10,000 for a base price in 2022. Yikes. Not sure if that is an accurate price though. :)

[@billmccabe6188]

You get the Twenty Mule Team packing award of the Year. lol.

[@miket4685]

You’ve got an awesome adventure vehicle. Thanks for sharing!

[@effinator]

Very cool!! Wonder if I could do something similar to my 4Runner... thank you for the inspiration!

[@jacobwaterman]

LOVE the video! Thank you so much for showing us your home, so cool!!

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thank you!

[@bobd8553]

Sweet Rig, thanks for sharing, how often do you need to charge the yeti generator while hooked to the fridge?

[@NoPerfectPlan]

It is heavily dependent on exterior temp. In the 60-75ish temp range, it’ll make it 8ish days. In the 20-40s, I can go weeks. Thanks!

[@TobyCostaRica]

18:27 looking up the specs of the 3000x, doesn’t look like it takes a fast charge like the newer ones. Not sure how much you drive Vs parked but a cigarette adapter splitter would give you some juice while driving and 200 watts of solar ran down the windshield with a KC lights cable hider is a nice waterproof way to get the solar cables inside the cab.

[@nananay8267]

Thanks for the tour! Love the drawer set up in the back and like how you organized it. Did you build it or is it one of those car kits? Either way it is impressive!

[@juliadawnyel3648]

Did you have some one build how and cost

[@jeffdunlap3717]

Curious who's slides you used to roll out the drawer.

[@leli9193]

Very nice set up

[@richardwells6930]

New to your channel, from New Brunswick Canada,

[@blackwatch7151]

Great set up, beautiful 4Runner!

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thank you!!

[@Justcurious987]

I love it!! Great use of space and mobility. Very efficient and effective!

[@cmarsbone]

Love the content and videos. Just stumbled on your channel surfing SUV camping vids. I just bought a 22 4Runner off road premium, had an FJ and camp on beach as much as possible. Did your 21 come with the blackout lettering emblems? I like the black lettering, my white 22 has silver. Not my major concern, lol, but details make it so much better. Thanks! 👊🏼🙏🏼🤙🏼

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thank you! Congrats on the new 4Runner! I actually plasti-dipped my emblems and front and back bumpers. The emblems can be a bit tedious to do, but I think it was worth it. They've been done since May 21 and lasted through all sorts of conditions. Cheaper than buying new emblems 😄

[@lungotevere]

Wonderful! Are you still on the network?

[@JohnHMoore]

Grace, I run a 12V charging cable from the rear passenger cargo area 12V plug to my Jackery so that it is charging whenever I am driving. Of course, if you stay in one place for a while, that doesn’t help. Are you able to charge that way? A folding solar panel or two would be fairly cheap as an alternative to coffee shop charging.

[@NoPerfectPlan]

I don’t have a car charger for the goal zero unfortunately because they are notorious for breaking within a couple months. A folding solar panel is something I’ve been looking into as a temp solution! Thanks for the comment!

[@d.b.cooper]

Pretty sweet set up! Now we just need to get you a ham radio.

[@matthewburden9403]

She needs a set of decent tools, a bug-out bag, and a compass.

[@d.b.cooper]

@@matthewburden9403 Oh yeah, tons of gear. Couple of space blankets, a few different methods of starting fires, at least seven days worth of food and water and cooking fuel, A shovel, an ax, a handsaw, A couple of firearms some rechargeable batteries and solar panels to recharge them, GMRS radio, a Garmin satellite locator, a dozen flares, a couple of battery operated strobe lights two or three flashlights with at least one of them being capable of transmitting SOS, beckoning mirror, a quality tow rope, first aid kit and at least seven days worth of booze! 😂 Seriously though, there’s a few places I’ve lived in the United States where you needed to keep this and more in your vehicle just to go to the grocery store during certain times of the year.

[@tim285401]

I got the Weather tech full window shades for my 4runner. they are pitch black in mid day

[@NoPerfectPlan]

I've been thinking about picking these up. I think I'm going to buy them...

[@tim285401]

@@NoPerfectPlan they are worth every penny, you may get a discount from them or get them for free if you use them to sponsor a video. Just email weather tech

[@radio_918]

Weathertech do make sunshade for the whole vehicle if you need.

[@just.bob.j]

I’m really surprised that you cannot plug your power bank into your 12 V cigarette lighter plug. I plug my power pack, it’s 750 W and I plug it in the 12 V cigarette lighter in my Subaru, and it charges as I drive very easily… I saw a 12 V cigarette lighter plug in your video.

[@harvesthawk5772]

Why not charge the Goal Zero with a 12V charger while you're driving?

[@stevenladden3367]

Grace! Awesome videos. What watch are you wearing! 😊

[@matthewburden9403]

How many miles to the gallon do you get hauling all that junk?

[@jerryfife2015tacoma]

Awesome setup and love the ride, be safe out there and thanks for sharing.

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thank you!

[@romanjewula3577]

I have a 2014 4Runner and would love to do a build out with the sliding drawer set up you have. Do you have instructions for this?

[@NoPerfectPlan]

I don't right now, but I do have a build guide on my list of things to do in the near future. (I also have the entire build process videoed, so that will be going up eventually.) Let me know if I can answer any questions. My biggest piece of advice would be to definitely incorporate the tables.

[@lozanogeorge18]

I really really love what your doing. It’s something I’ve been wanting to do. But I don’t know how to do this cause of work. Do you have any pointers? How are you able to work on the road?

[@NoPerfectPlan]

There are so many options right now! You could work remotely for a company, which I did for a while. Freelance videography and photography is also an option if you enjoy that. Freelance work is general is a good start - upwork and fiverr are a couple resources for that. You could also look into seasonal jobs, like guiding or ski instructing if you have those skill sets. I would check out coolworks if that is something the seasonal jobs sound intriguing. And KZbin and affiliate marketing is also an option, although the money takes a long time to start coming in. Hope this gives you a good starting point! You’ll also make contacts on the road that will open some doors for potential jobs.

[@lozanogeorge18]

Thank you 🙏. I truly appreciate it.

[@dottier2475]

Very well organized and I love it. Great job. ‼️‼️‼️💯💯💯👏👏👏👍👍👍👍✝️✝️✝️

[@Agent_Lunicorn]

Have you tried an electric tea kettle? We take ours in our 4Runner.. It plugs into the outlet in the back and only takes 60 seconds to reach 200 degrees.. They are $30 in Amazon

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Not yet! I’ll definitely look into it! Thanks for the suggestion :)

[@liberatingleash]

Thanks for sharing your set up. I have a 4Runner and am constantly thinking about how I want to change/modify my configuration. Thank you mentioning the suction cups b/c mine fall out all the time. Sometimes even when I'm sleeping. You mentioned you had a bug cover for the moonroof. I made one, but it is clearly "homemade," :-) can you drop a link/share where you got that from? Thanks again!

[@kabayanmusikeuy2194]

You have to install roof racks to store other items such as tables, chairs and cooking stuf..

[@DavidFosterVlog]

How do you like the mountain House meals? It's actually amazing how much stuff you have in there. I WANT SOME SUN AND WARMTH TOO!! 😜 I'm going on a road trip tomorrow for a studio I'm building but it's only a 3 day. 🥺 Does the quilt slip and slide around? That battery looks huge!! I need one. Checking your description for an affiliate link... Another fun video. I'm travelling vicariously through you right now so keep the sunshine coming!!! 😜😜😜🖖

[@NoPerfectPlan]

I actually don't mind the mountain house meals! I feel like they are pretty good (some better than others of course). Although, they are best enjoyed when very hungry haha! I definitely still have a bunch of "comfort/nice to haves" on the road in the 4Runner. I could reduce the amount of stuff dramatically if needed! The quilt actually is like a sleeping bag up to about my hips, so it goes fully around me. This keeps it from moving quite a bit. It is more like a sleeping bag than a blanket... I know the word quilt can be deceiving. Hopefully, this answers your question! Road trip!!!! Have fun! 3 days is a great amount of time :) Enjoy!

[@tiltheendoftim3]

Thanks for sharing…. I got admit, I would assume living in a 4Runner would require more of minimal living

[@c.7910]

Love your channel

[@syrinthiawashington-blackb2579]

👏 👏 👏 Your well organized

[@TmissinglinkC]

What do you do when it's raining?

[@maryhight6030]

Great use of your space 👍

[@jerseattle0722]

Oh I bought custom fabric ones. I can’t cut window blockers right

[@switchrousseau4992]

Where did you get your build done?

[@NoPerfectPlan]

My dad built it!

[@miromimiro101]

wow all that in the trunk !

[@scp8439]

Have you thought about a swing out for your stove and utilizing a pop out headcover from the roof rack ?

[@caifan444]

Great video, get some bear spray as a back up for your pepper spray.... greeting from Chicago!

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Drivers side, back door… sitting there at the ready! Thank you!

[@yotagang3705]

Awesome vid Grace. Love the setup, if it works for you thats all that matters. How do you stay cool when it gets hot?

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thank you! I can go up to about mid 70s-80 before I have to leave an area. I will crack the windows and run the car with AC to fall asleep. It has an auto shutoff after about 30-40 minutes. Not ideal, but I generally try to stay in more temperate areas.

[@phanikishanyt]

As I watch this video, I think 4Runner should make the backdoor open side ways to make the vehicle more overlanding friendly

[@grammi-d]

Please explain the advantage you see to side opening?

[@phanikishanyt]

@@grammi-d one can install foldable kitchen table.

[@danviper26]

❤ you are amazing

[@laurae6658]

GOOD LUCK AND STAY SAFE 🌹❤🙏🙏

[@matthewburden9403]

Let's see your bug-out bag, maps, chronometer, and compass for when you break down.

[@eyang7]

U should get the window sunshades from weathertech.

[@NoPerfectPlan]

I would love to! However, since I have window covers that work just fine (albeit have a few design flaws), I have to stick with these for now…

[@byronsmith1700]

Great video... FYI, your Amazon link to your mattress is broken.

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thank you Byron! Appreciate the heads up on the link as well... should be fixed now.

[@donnieboesch3502]

When you live in a Van or SUV. Do you have to upgrade the struts/shocks & springs for all the extra weight you carry?

[@4runner4ever83]

She does not have to upgrade the shocks. Those things she have are not too heavy. Besides, she removed the rear seat.

[@PACXAVIER]

This is so cool.

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Awesome video

[@RadarProductions]

Are those shacke pak packing cubes?

[@braxtonbutler6406]

Great Setup!!!🤘

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Thanks Braxton!

[@TheMcGuireLife]

Hi, Grace This Is Jermey McGuire I’m New To Your Channel. I Love Your Setup! You Got Everyth Organized, And I Like How You Have The Big Drawer and Smaller Darer aside By Side. My Aunt Use To Have A 1997 4Runner.” Now She Drives A 2016 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie Truck. I Love You So Much Grace!!! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@uuuultra]

don't type like that

[@kimmysparkles2926]

Do you have any blueprints to share ?

[@mercurials54]

Trying to setup a sleeping area on my 4th gen using a cot and will need them blinds, last time I went camping the full moon was too bright to sleep 😆

[@NoPerfectPlan]

Window covers are great (and an easy, affordable thing to do!)

[@catfishinpappy1591]

Where do you keep your fishing pole ? 🙂