Most LUXURY and TECH Van Build EVER - Hydronic Heated Floor, Shower, Hot water, Walkable Solar

[@JarrodTocci]

Some of the most advanced tech I've seen in a van. We went into a lot of detail about Van Life Tech company itself but I feel it was needed. The great thing about this is you get to hear it straight from the owners mouth and hopefully understand why Van Life Tech systems are so impressive. Some links below to also help with playlists under that too. Verified DIY Package Link (that allows payments): vanlifetech.samcart.com/products/van-life-tech--roman-holiday--diy-package--payment-plan-tocci/ 12PK of VLT Beer (Shipper Pack): vanlifetech.samcart.com/products/vlt-down-by-the-river-ipa-12-pk-shipper-tocci Rogue VLT System: vanlifetech.samcart.com/products/diy-rogue-tocci/ Tours Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLHrnevETejEMWv5kclacXhH6atb3ax6tl Van Informational Vlog Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLHrnevETejEMseRhXNwNjrs5BU7RLpvhg Day in the Life Vlog (travel and fun): kzbin.info/aero/PLHrnevETejENxc67U9B7IO0r2H9F5K0oa

[@007nadineL]

Great job. Thx.

[@louellacharlton4425]

the floor sounds like my radiator heater i use to heat my bedroom and bathroom. and its very easy on electric.

[@robynsleo]

When will you have an RV version?

[@verycaring2387]

Do you have to change any suspension or undercarriage to accomadate for the weight imposed from renovating?

[@Jerseylance1]

How much did it cost to build this?

[@ahagan1930]

The man, the myth, the legend THE infamous Troy. Great to finally get to see him. Van life goals maybe one day

[@mikefranks4528]

Woah wait a minute. I was not patient enough. I apologize. I left but came back to watch this I didn';t realize that this was Troy as in "DA MAN". I have now watched the whole frickin video. Didn't realize who I was watching. This is totally incredible tech!!!

[@quil10it]

So professional...beautiful van. It has some great creature comforts. Thanks Jarrod!

[@EPBF1]

I think Troy incredible builder so amazing to see people like Buck and Troy such bright builders. The owner of the van don't share there taste it takes away from the build. Looking past there taste the build is amazing 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕

[@susanshaver912]

Had to come back and watch this again and leave another comment. SO impressive! Vanlifetech has become my fave company. Troy is so far ahead of everyone else in their thinking, engineering, and creativity. But I want it to have this tech and yet look like a cozy cabin. Having done projects in Cambodia, Peru and Nicaragua just cements my appreciation.

[@TinyWattsSolar]

Love the video Jarrod! Stoked to see Troy telling his story! This was one of our first big projects with Troy! Good times, thanks for sharing. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@JarrodTocci]

Let’s get you back on the channel too!!!!!

[@bebetter8743]

You guys along with others have both inspired my future build immensely, even though it’s a couple years out… I would love to see tiny watts show off there micro 4x4 on The tocci channel.

[@mazvimbakupa.chihota]

20:42 There are close to 2000 languages spoken in 54 Countries making up the continent of Africa. One of those languages is Swahili, spoken predominantly in 10 or so East African countries, and that is where we find the word "Tuende" word, meaning "let's go"

[@davidkbush5299]

Truly impressive. Great explanations on why each system was chosen, designed, AND how it works. You know some smart people, Jarrod.

[@LilyWasHereMB]

It has always bugged me that Troy has been so secretive. Its amazing that you got him on camera. Does YT hand out awards for such accomplishments? You deserve one. That said, I am compelled to wonder, what does Troy coming out of the woods foretell? Have we reached Peak Vanlife?

[@JarrodTocci]

Secretive and shy are two different things haha. I’m planning on having him and his crew on a lot more. He’s very busy so scheduling can be tough but I’ll make it happen. Peak van life? Nah, more so excited what’s happening over the next couple of years. Systems are only getting better

[@JEvrist]

Maybe next will be the Jetson’s flying car since he plugged nasty NASA.

[@mikeakafrostyhumphreys6993]

I guess that those walkable solar panels are also hail proof as well Very nice high tech in that van

[@rdwilander]

just lovin' the contrast between this "crazy money" state of the art build and your current "budget minded" low top build...something for every philosophy and budget.

[@5amH45lam]

As a child in the 80s & 90s, I had a 3-piece fold-out foam chair\bed from early IKEA that was upholstered in the same fabric as here, I'm sure of it! ;)

[@stonedog23]

Thank you for explaining that Troy did not pick that dorm lobby furniture cushions and pattern. I swear my last college dorm had those cushions and a similar pattern.

[@hugoavila85]

Just had the most amazing idea for a really good shower/bathroom for a van! it would save space and it would be giant at the same time!

[@carlystevenson950]

Care to share?

[@hugoavila85]

​@@carlystevenson950 Sure! it is just hard to explain it with words. Also, cause I am not from the U.S., the correct terms and names of the parts I really don't know haha. BUT, I will try. You can call it: "The Hugo's Shower!" ( would be awesome seeing a Van review someday and people saying: this is a traditional "Hugo's shower"! haha The parts for this idea were based on several parts of other stuff I saw in different videos. Ok, it would be a Pop-up shower. The initial width would depend on whether you had a toilet or not. To simplify, imagine 3 things: 1- Drawers. Do you know that kind of drawer that can support a lot of weight? like, usually people use to store a fridge, toilet, retractable table, etc (there is a second way to do it but this is easier to explain.) 2-Retractable spices rack or food storage. Do you know those slim ones that come out of the cabinet? 3- Usually in the bathroom, sometimes they use a "door" that is kind of a semitransparent plastic as a door, that rolls up back again after use? that one! Now, you put the 3 together. imagine you are showering on a spice rack, with the measures of your choice where the wall directly on the van side would be fixed. The other all would be "the rack door", which I would make with the same material and finishing of the rest of the van just for aesthetics. (those two walls would be like the back and the front of a drawer) The sides would be the pull-up plastic doors. You could fix one of the sides and the other would be your door to enter and leave the shower. Or you could not fix both of the sides just to decide which side you want to enter/leave. The top and the bottom would be the same thing, but they would be fixed on the "door". The bottom part would be centimeters under the "floor" of the shower. That would have a little inclination so the water would be directed to the drain located close to the van's wall. I would spray a Hydrophobic product on all the surfaces so water droplets would never remain on them when closed. I know that was a long answer, but I tried to explain in a way you could visualize the "Hugo's Shower". It would be extremely easy to pull it to use,. to put it back. Very spacious when using it and no using any space when stored. If I had a way to show it in images I would! and That is it!

[@zamyoutube]

@@hugoavila85 sounds like hugos headache rn

[@AshleyOliviaDaCosta]

Thank you so much for that explanation. I never knew the difference and now I am so sold.

[@epicelements5528]

His work leaves me speechless 😶 🙌🏻 This video made my heart rate go up lol!

[@susans7091]

So impressive. I just checked out Vanlifetech's site. Awesome that no inverter is needed. And that it is now also for the Promaster and Transit, not just the Sprinter. Everything stays warm, blankets, shoes, etc. Wonderful now in the winter, how does it keep the same things cool in the summer?

[@JarrodTocci]

You’d need an air conditioner to cool things or regulate the inside temperature

[@aaronrogers1971]

One of the best non-stealth build tours ever! That beast is GORGEOUS. Not huge on the modular bed situation but it makes tons of sense and harkens back to an idea I have for a super inexpensive build-out, with repurposed/recycled items, like milk crates, scrap wood and other unconventional items, all pieced together - in almost a Steampunk fashion (but not really). Now, to get my license back from California so I can make life happen on my own terms. I despise Reno, love the Great NorthWet and I ain't getting any younger. I wish I had started doing this kind of stuff last century when people naively kept that Chris Farley stereotype of van dwelling. 🥸🥴 Another great vid, JT.

[@agentbey]

Incredible Full Tech Van!!!

[@robbblair6289]

This build just blew my mind. What a genius! ❤

[@Houze968]

Pardon my French but this is the coolest shit I've seen in a while, I'm just discovering these types of conversions and the innovations blow my mind

[@debralazaro5644]

Loving the new tours from Jarrod so much help so ty for the tour and info u ROCK

[@wideawaketotruth5301]

Extremely well done thank you so much for the time it took to create this video!

[@bobbeckman3735]

Inspiring build. Thanks. I had no idea I lived in the epicenter of van builds. I better buy one soon.

[@misterbojangles6205]

HVAC Tech for 25 years I'm planning on my build to use a 6 gallon electric water heater with a flow valve to Supply hydronic floor heat by simply incorporating a small pump to the capillaries with an electric switch I will change the flow for kitchen and shower.

[@NoLimitVanLife]

Hearing the story really sells the floor because I was in 14 degrees my heater didn't turn off for a few days. With Troy system I would imagine I get a break from hearing the fan as well as toasty feet.

[@JarrodTocci]

I’ve said this before that it’s the best heater I’ve had in my life and that’s including home living (sorry mom and dad)

[@ricsanturri313]

Amazing, thoughtful, innovative crafted build.

[@kingtee1607]

Lots of practical components on this rig. At first glace I thought it looked way too simple and couldn't have this much going on inside but turns out, this is the gadget mobile. Go-Go Gadget!!

[@cmamsler]

This video needs more views

[@sanjeevbhalla2506]

Wonderful van ....seems almost perfect 😍

[@chadfaulkner3600]

New subscriber! This is awesome! Thanks for all you do!

[@AJ-kv7zr]

Love the open shelving above the Kitchen

[@Jasontodd74]

Amazing!! Enough said!!!

[@Ballerina11AA]

Really like the science lessons!

[@leonardcroft1467]

Hi Jarrod Great Video Always Enjoy Your Van Build Tour’s Thanks

[@gladdheart3030]

Since I'm the opposite of tech, My favourite takeaway is the bed/sofa set up. would love to know if more info is available on this. thanks! great van!

[@Chris-ut6eq]

Love the van! Great tour!

[@SeraphX2]

you people do realize that not every van can be the ultimate van. every headline i see makes it out like this is THE van. get's a bit lame after awhile.

[@dashhoundlover2837]

BEAUTIFUL WOW !!

[@bonniehoke-scedrov4906]

Great video! Thanks!

[@samsonite8400]

Those cushion pattern/colors look like the 1930s from really old rundown motels. Everything else is amazing. Except the cushion covers. Reminds me of a sad movie.

[@tm8spark]

Amazing! So inspired to go high tech when I build a van

[@Luna-ev6bl]

Love this. Heating is amazing

[@Raypatrick66]

Love your videos brother you keep it real and no bull!!!!

[@JarrodTocci]

Thank you 🙏

[@GoTerry]

Down by the River... awesome!!

[@cherylroumillat3660]

Beautiful Blessing Darlings..⚘🎚

[@samkeino6810]

What an amazing man! Great video!

[@brentwalden6215]

This is nice! How great is that Rogue kit!?! Looks affordable, too.

[@michaelschneider-]

+1.. A good radiant heat discussion,, ala in a Van space.. Our Vail home is heated via a hydronic in-floor (PEX-ALU-PEX tubing) system.. The house flooring is natural stone buff set in concrete becoming a continuously heated mass.. A 24-hour flywheel of heated mass... The NG fired Veissman brand boiler sips NG.. The only way to go ....

[@krisspradlin715]

It's like the old days of Nascar... you can hold fuel in the tubes and hoses. In this case heated water. Nice

[@marshahutchison1446]

Hi. Did I understand Troy to say that I can buy a DIY radiant floor system to go with any pre-existing heat source that I have? If so did I also understand that this product isn't yet available on the website? Thanks

[@JarrodTocci]

Yes his floor heat is now available with other systems and it would be best to contact them to get it as well to make sure it will work with your existing system

[@marshahutchison1446]

@@JarrodTocciOk. I will...Thanks very much for your speedy reply ☺️

[@israelcontreras5332]

Awesome video…. I winder what insulation method they used. I also wonder what relative humidity is…

[@gijane1996]

Hey Jarrod Tocci, i have a question, about the hydronic system. I get that you are heating the van with they hydronic system, what about cooling to the van this way as well. Is this possible?

[@tammyteej861]

Do you know what product of flooring he put over the radiant heated floors. I’m confused what can work with these floors

[@susans7091]

Troy and Jarrod: You mentioned negative 22 below zero - is that Fahrenheit or Celsius? - big difference. I definitely want a 4 season van:) How about added to a Propex heating system? What is the electrical system requirement? What is the insulation system? Is the cab insulated? .....Haha - love the Down By River IPA!

[@JarrodTocci]

That’s in Fahrenheit. There’s no need to add propex to a heat system to this. Because the fuel source is tapped into the gas or diesel tank the electrical power isn’t bad only about 5-6 amps but I believe the recommend having at least 300 amp hours of lithium batteries. Insulation would take me too long to type here but there needs to be some obviously. The better of an insulation job the better it holds heat in. It would be best to reach out to Van Life Tech directly to answer all questions

[@philipevans1027]

A super smart guy

[@wonderwu]

I can't listen to this guy say, "yep" after every sentence Jarrod finishes.

[@carlagarrett8584]

Nice, including the colors

[@ColorMyWorld]

OMG I loved that van except the cushions and curtain, not so much. The rest is amazing.

[@stonedog23]

Yeah that pattern is awful.

[@reeblesnarfle4519]

Beautiful job! Functionally phenominal! Gotta ck into recirculating heaters. Beautiful conversion.❤😎👍

[@ok2x]

epic build

[@goosenutz2502]

Why does nobody show the screen projector working with the lights off?? I want to see it.

[@Dreamysunshine23]

Amazing system!

[@verycaring2387]

18:45 ♥️♥️RIP Chris Farley🌹 ....SNL "You dont want to end up living in a VAN ... DOOOOWN BY THE RIVERRRRRR‼️‼️"🤣🤣🤣 IPA~'down by the river.'🍻🍺 🏞 Id rather.

[@DillerDallerDuller]

"Hi, I would like you to build the most high-tech van ever, but I need it to look like a metro bus from the 80s - what say you good sir?"

[@Epic_Bland]

I have a question about the shower pan. How is the shower pan able to extend into the hallway and still keep its water tightness? I'm imagining in my head that there would be a seam that water can escape. Do you have more info on the extendable shower pan design?

[@JarrodTocci]

That pan was custom done but if the slide part is over the Stationary part and leaves a small lip then there is no water leakage with a gasket

[@stonedog23]

Seems like your galley would get soaked

[@robertmuckle2985]

Looking forward to his modular recirc shower...so I don't have to fully diy mine👍

[@Mrizing]

what is the rough cost of this van ?

[@Chereese0808]

Very interesting. Troy is a genius! Loved the wardrobe door. If he built that hinge, he should patent it. Great build. Kudos to the owners for allowing us to see it. Safe travels. Enjoy! ✌

[@nicknoto31]

Mind blow

[@moniqueangel7727]

Unthawed! Thawed!

[@Jerseylance1]

I love it🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@mudd8844]

That’s really cool

[@rudivandoornegat2371]

Oh, so very nice!

[@kristieingram8835]

Does the radiant heating work good in Temps below zero !

[@davekelders283]

Love this build! But now a more serious qiestion. What would such a van with this kind of a high tech setup cost me?

[@JarrodTocci]

Van builds vary from $60k-200k. This one doesn’t have tons of outside parts which can make the price jump but it’s definitely towards the higher end. That doesn’t include cost of van itself

[@davekelders283]

@@JarrodTocci Looking at my bankaccount... gotta save some more bucks ;)

[@vpaniagu]

For reference, would love to know to know price range of his company. I love watching these videos but have a hard time knowing what is realistic with my budget. Is this a $$$$ or a $$? If fully built out? Keep up the good work Jarrod, would love to see a builder in New England as I live Boston North Shore.

[@JarrodTocci]

Thank you. Price ranges are tough because really high end builds can go for over $200k but you can also get something done for $60k. So much comes down to products used, systems used, types of wood, what kind of shop/builder you want. Does the builder have a full operating shop with employees or is it someone doing all the builds themselves out of a garage/driveway. Is the builder fully custom or are they more an upfitter. I want to do a video on this soon but I want to make sure I cover all the details. Unfortunately a video like that is 10-15 minutes of me talking to camera explaining things and also unfortunately people don’t want to listen and would rather be visually taken by something else. So that’s why it’s been tough for me to find motivation to do highly informative videos. But all that said that info needs to be out there too

[@Frost-tb9qs]

Also north shore

[@bobbeckman3735]

@@JarrodTocci I have to admit, some reference cost for the professional builds would be useful. Even if just in a range of 25k+\-

[@EPBF1]

The Dream: Living in a Van Down by the River cozy with Radiant Heat

[@JarrodTocci]

Down by the river joke. Never read one of those before

[@mermaidvanvb]

I SO want the shower & main system ...👍just not fiscally possible 😞

[@AstralSoul100]

What is that hinge on the closet door called? I love that design.

[@JarrodTocci]

It was custom done from a closet type hinge

[@LydellAaron]

Please ask Troy how much weight does his hydronic heating system weigh?

[@JarrodTocci]

That’s a good question. I want to say liquid alone is 16-20 pounds. Everything else including wood used for subfloor, my guess is 40 pounds. They use a special light plywood that saved a lot of weight. That’s also a total guess and not sure how far off I am

[@smaar8092]

incredible van!!!

[@ethan4165]

Does the hydronic floor warm the van enough to replace a diesel heater?

[@bmxnoobe9024]

Nice build. What does something like this cost?

[@pattistuber8018]

W.O.W.

[@toobored6756]

I hope the floor is as good as advertised, because customer service is lacking. I purchased, signed their NDA and can not get a response after that. Over $12k given and can not get a return call or respond to email, does not seem right :(

[@007nadineL]

What product? . .

[@toobored6756]

@@007nadineL the floor, thank you for pointing that out. I edited original post to now say that. I dropped my van off at my installer here in PDX. They stated that Troy is very difficult to get any response from and many customers are frustrated with VLT’s customer service.

[@aicram62]

Who would one contact to have a bench seat made that folds down into a bed and then Reclines toward the rear into a rear facing sofa?

[@lisamillerbuchert9447]

Jarred I know you installed these floors in your van, my question is does the warmth so close to outside attract mice more so? If you say no please address this in your next live

[@JarrodTocci]

I didn’t have any issues with that but I also was very clean and tidy. I also had lids on everything so that helps too

[@jeaniepate6046]

Like it!!!

[@rdwilander]

btw great back story on Troy and Van Life Tech

[@southpxw7256]

Love the layout of this van but why not put the stove next to the sink?? Its awkwardly next to the bathroom lol. Otherwise, the layout is nice and i like his heating system

[@robwickham8530]

I think he said the client forced him to put the cooktop near the rear doors, I suspect he'd have done it near the sink normally.

[@Houze968]

Probably had something to do with the double-duty fan at the back, pulls moisture from the shower plus when cooking on the stove....

[@sandrastevens2793]

I see the couch. Is that a he main bed?

[@karlaolson6238]

Lol 22 below zero, how cute, Edmonton alberta -40 with windchill most of the winter 😄 😆 🤣 😀

[@ShandeleReynolds]

Wait, so they took up space with the water heater just for the thermostat???

[@qaz9258]

explain this "walkable solar roofdeck" I take it that I can walk all over the solar panels correct?

[@JarrodTocci]

Yes you can walk on them. Has to be braced correctly and also the right panel. Not every panel can do this as they would break

[@TheWandaWomen]

Is this in Portland Oregon? I love this whole sit up ⬆️

[@junalynnward2364]

I want a van but don’t know where to start

[@johnkeen37]

Korean home all floor heat no shoe inside

[@nunyabiz5668]

I started laughing out loud by myself at how he pronounced "potable."