STEALTH VAN LIFE TOUR | Differences Four Years Later

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Outdoors Embrace

Outdoors Embrace

2 жыл бұрын

4 years after the first tour, this is the stealth van life cargo van conversion done by Ryan Bell. In this latest stealth vanlife tour, Ryan comments on and tours his van build in a 2002 econoline camper van. He shows a MaxxAir Deluxe, Dometic cc40, Schwinn Loop travel bicycle, a van life tv setup, a wood stove van life setup, vanlife battery setup, and much more inside this extremely organized RV. DIY $8,000 in total.
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@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 жыл бұрын
Comment below to win my love, haha. This is the second last video on this van until I sell it guys, so I wanted to do something special. The next video, though, will be extra special in the most hilarious way ever, haha. You'll see! -- ALL ITEMS USED IN MY BUILD -- amzn.to/2XXMwI8 -- Full Amazon Van Life BUILD PARTS List -- amzn.to/2YtfWkd (for all build types)
@Chriscrumley1972
@Chriscrumley1972 2 жыл бұрын
I wanna buy it...
@cattalkbmx
@cattalkbmx 2 жыл бұрын
Best van build I've ever seen, glad to see you're happy after 4 years of living in it. Made me laugh when you busted out that 365, I'm wearing mine right now, they're great guns.
@5thkiechannel
@5thkiechannel 2 жыл бұрын
Did you find a buyer cuz I might be interested
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 жыл бұрын
5th Kie... 2 serious buyers so far, both agreed to $15K
@5thkiechannel
@5thkiechannel 2 жыл бұрын
@@OutdoorsEmbrace oof yeah that’s out of my price range :V
@maxhardcore8034
@maxhardcore8034 2 жыл бұрын
You saved a lot in rent in those 4 years and along the way collected more memories than most people will make in 40 years. Salute to Big White and the spirit of going your own way.
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 жыл бұрын
100% thank you!
@Kazuma232
@Kazuma232 2 жыл бұрын
Don't forget property taxes
@Zesmas
@Zesmas 2 жыл бұрын
living in a van isnt as cheap as people think.
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 жыл бұрын
@@Zesmas it definitely can be, depending on the person. Living in a van gives you the ability to live for way cheaper. The pivot points are at gas usage and how much you drive (...more than if you were in a house?), food should be the same, rent is completely gone from equation optimally speaking, hotspot data, and insurance. The biggest difference then would be gas. If you get antsy in van life, it's easier to just drive to avoid bordom. So it can be more expensive. But if you lived exactly like you do inside of a house, then vanlife is way cheaper. Even RV insurance on my van is 1/10th the yearly cost I ever spend on a normal car insurance.
@JoeyBK_86
@JoeyBK_86 2 жыл бұрын
@@Zesmas Yeah tell that to my peeps in Los Angeles where a regular studio can cost you $1800 a month…the van it is imho lol If I was alone I’d definitely do something like this. ✊🏽👍🏽
@moreclips805
@moreclips805 3 ай бұрын
I saved 152k in 4 years living in my truck camper and maintaining a full time job. Don’t let ppl* influence you into debt - go this route you won’t be disappointed.
@angerskarin9222
@angerskarin9222 Ай бұрын
with how hard and expensive it is to get a house right now this is the cheapest option lol, i would probably get a slightly bigger van, those nice delivery one.
@an-cx1ho
@an-cx1ho 10 күн бұрын
you'll have your own house debt free at this rate in 120 years
@PrayTellGaming
@PrayTellGaming Жыл бұрын
This is, hands down, the best van build I've seen ever since I started to watch the occasional van build about 4 years ago.
@julianj9830
@julianj9830 3 ай бұрын
Having a wood stove in a van is probably the coolest thing I've seen from any van builds. Really innovative.
@dudeman71213
@dudeman71213 2 жыл бұрын
"This drawer.... These are things that I use daily, except for the liquor flask, I use this.... hourly" nice
@EarthenExplorer
@EarthenExplorer Жыл бұрын
This dude is living life intelligently and fun. I feel like this is the kind of mentality you need to be a space explorer or something. His van is like his ship and he’s just travelin through the cosmos having fun.
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace Жыл бұрын
Epic!
@AdityaWaghmare
@AdityaWaghmare Жыл бұрын
Truly epic 👌🏻
@bigman2229
@bigman2229 Жыл бұрын
Beautifully said man
@chrisreynolds2410
@chrisreynolds2410 Жыл бұрын
Are we cool with conversation here or do we all have to say how awesome this is?
@EarthenExplorer
@EarthenExplorer Жыл бұрын
@@chrisreynolds2410 worship me
@Jyock
@Jyock 11 ай бұрын
Probably one of the better use of the room I've seen in a home build van
@a1virgo
@a1virgo Жыл бұрын
I'm 25 & going to start my journey. Honestly in a tight spot but always did my best work under pressure 🤣 you've encouraged me to just go for it. It'll never happen if I don't try so all my saving are going into the best van I can make on an extreme budget 😅 lol thanks for the inspiration & solid ideas. This was a great video I'll be saving for later
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace Жыл бұрын
For sure Dimitri! Just do it! It's not so scary once started. Just keep rolling with the punches and building towards the goal. It works out just fine. Tons of people make this work!
@HiredGunGames
@HiredGunGames 2 жыл бұрын
Wow this dude takes “Living in a van down by the river” to a whole new zone. Chris Farley would be proud.
@marcothehammer
@marcothehammer 2 жыл бұрын
ROFLMFAO!!! Thanks for the GUT LAUGH!!!
@kevinfisher466
@kevinfisher466 Жыл бұрын
chris farley is just another stupid shitty celebrity. hes been dead a long time. celebritys opinions dont matter. their all goofs.
@huckleberryfinn338
@huckleberryfinn338 Жыл бұрын
When Chris Farley said that we all thought he was a loser. Not no more.
@sportsfreak4614
@sportsfreak4614 Жыл бұрын
i was thinking that same thing😭
@nostradamus7648
@nostradamus7648 Жыл бұрын
@@huckleberryfinn338 Someone who does speedballs to emulate John Belushi is a Loser.
@jaswin023
@jaswin023 2 жыл бұрын
Really like this interior, especially with stove. Simple layout, but cozy while also being clean. I like setups with less kitchen and simple bed arrangements, but still cozy and comfortable for day activities. More like camping than glamping.
@meg-so4ev
@meg-so4ev 2 жыл бұрын
and the cedar...wonderful!!!
@josephconsoli4128
@josephconsoli4128 Жыл бұрын
I'm really getting into this idea for retirement. Being by myself, an introvert, and very resourceful, I find the idea exciting! All the work involved to me would be something to keep life interesting and the thought of being a free agent would be euphoric to me. As far as expense, here in the northeast, you sign a year lease for $25K, so even if the initial cost is high, it'll pay off in a year or two. In years back I would never have thought this way, but in today's world, I find it highly appealing.
@emilypatterson4479
@emilypatterson4479 5 ай бұрын
Love the propane leak detector. That is SO important.
@Ms_Tex
@Ms_Tex 2 жыл бұрын
I'm fascinated by this whole "van life" culture. I've seen lots of vans, but yours is the first that I could see myself spending any real time in.
@brahtrumpwonbigly7309
@brahtrumpwonbigly7309 Жыл бұрын
Agreed
@user-hb6ci4wj3i
@user-hb6ci4wj3i Жыл бұрын
You forgot that you get to build it this how you want.
@joelswan549
@joelswan549 2 жыл бұрын
I think it’s awesome that you have a wood stove in your van. So many people who live the van life use either propane or diesel for heat, meanwhile you can find fuel for heat most places you would park for the night, love it.
@dubious6718
@dubious6718 Жыл бұрын
and yet he buys it at Walmart..
@dubious6718
@dubious6718 Жыл бұрын
@@CalmoOmlac You can find dead wood in all forests, that is good enough to make fires outside., so it should be good enough for inside.
@Phyoomz
@Phyoomz Жыл бұрын
@@dubious6718 Indoor fires and outdoor fires are different. Burning not-so-great wood outside isn't an issue because you're not inhaling the fumes at anywhere near the level of super tight quarters like this. Better safe than sorry my friend.
@dubious6718
@dubious6718 Жыл бұрын
@@Phyoomz If you are getting smoke inside, you are doing something wrong.
@hubbabubba5177
@hubbabubba5177 Жыл бұрын
​@@Phyoomzyou can definitely burn whatever you want in a wood burning stove. All the smoke goes out the flue
@fallinginluvwithmyself9690
@fallinginluvwithmyself9690 9 ай бұрын
Hi, this is the couple you just met in the Aldi’s parking in columbia, SC Thank you for the van tour and the great advice. You really inspired us to move forward with our decision to build a van. Thank you again and it was a pleasure met with you. Good luck with all your future endeavors.
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 9 ай бұрын
For sure guys! It was a pleasure! It's funny cause after we met today, two other people came by and asked to see the van too haha. If you think of any other questions, just let me know and I'll help!
@cward094
@cward094 10 ай бұрын
Smart guy..💯💯..Jus simple living...no rent to pay & no over rated house mortgage....This way u can save up alot of money without paying any rent !! A great piece of mind.....
@markmcla
@markmcla Жыл бұрын
I like the wall you built between the front seats and the back of the van. The wood stove looks wonderful too. I would probably add a rear view mirror dash cam, like the Pormido 998S. Then you can "see" out of your back window while driving, even if the back windows are blocked.
@allthingsnu4673
@allthingsnu4673 Жыл бұрын
This is an ideal and practical build. A lot of van builds are pretty but don't give enough space for entertainment, gaming, or the things we really spend most of our time doing.
@madara3278
@madara3278 9 ай бұрын
One tip. Seal of the propane tank. They are not sealed of completely, so they always leak a bit is what I heard. Making an air tide cover for it is safer option
@vvx897
@vvx897 Жыл бұрын
Truly the best stealth van conversion I have ever seen. You thought of everything.
@arturarruda8151
@arturarruda8151 Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure you can really call it stealth build with the literal chimney on the top of the van but it is a great setup! 😅
@josher_slime
@josher_slime 2 жыл бұрын
Great White is so legit! I hope whoever receives it has some seriously awesome adventures. Before seeing this build I had seen a few other vanlife setups, but Great White will always be the first van that made me think "man, I could live like this". If someone's eyeballing the solar, the MaxxAir, and the chimney, they'll connect the dots that someone's hangin out inside, but otherwise the stealth is pretty solid. The bed looks super comfy, the entertainment/music production setup looks so sick, and the space efficiency is on-point. Like, there's actually room in there to have a friend over, hang out on the couch and play video games. In a freakin Ford Econoline. Look forward so much to the new build, keep on killin it!
@spiroslefkofridis7461
@spiroslefkofridis7461 2 жыл бұрын
100% agree i felt the same !
@kingmitchum
@kingmitchum 2 жыл бұрын
"I'm in a terrible connection area." Bro that loaded faster than my actual wifi...
@ocpofficialrep7026
@ocpofficialrep7026 5 ай бұрын
This is probably my favorite home/van i've seen. Interior looks very simplistic and easy the way it should be.
@switchfoot412
@switchfoot412 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Ryan, Congrats on making it 4 years, that's impressive! I just wanted you to know that I was pretty heavily inspired by your van build but added my own touches along the way. I have been living out of mine for 8 months and have traveled like 18,000 miles in it. You were awesome when I was building it back in the summer and helped answer some questions and your electronic schematic made that part easy. I love living in this thing and just wanted to say thank you for the inspiration and the walk throughs on your build. I wish I could show you a picture.
@anshukrishan841
@anshukrishan841 2 жыл бұрын
That’s amazing! I hope to be like you soon! Can’t wait
@switchfoot412
@switchfoot412 2 жыл бұрын
@@anshukrishan841 You got this! Just give yourself enough time to do the build, I worked like day and night to get it done in 2.5 months but I can't believe the end result. Pretty amazing what we can do if we don't let fear hold us back.
@switchfoot412
@switchfoot412 2 жыл бұрын
@@sirwizalot7164 Yeah I will try to do that when I get some time, it always raises the stoke when you see some other peoples rigs
@subarashiiashi3894
@subarashiiashi3894 2 жыл бұрын
Upload a video, man. It sounds cool
@scottcantdance804
@scottcantdance804 2 жыл бұрын
And then gas went WHOOOOOSHHHH
@707ridah
@707ridah Жыл бұрын
4yrater and still doing your thing bro, 4 years of saving no rent, bills etc besies the usual. The set up you have is amazing cant deny that. I'm a single guy and been thiking about doing this cause rent in California is just terrible. Stay blessed broth
@willieescaba9625
@willieescaba9625 11 ай бұрын
That's actually a neat setup. I like the stove and it looks like you have a lot more room than I initially would think.
@noe2267
@noe2267 Жыл бұрын
This van layout is freaking amazing, you used every inch wisely and all the things are useful, bravo !
@freemaysin5088
@freemaysin5088 2 жыл бұрын
I've seen alot of these builds as I've been doing research on them lately, and alot are crazier than this... but everything in this is so usable and simple yet to the point. Also you just seem relatable as a person and honestly this is such a sick build! Stoked for the bigger one, being able to stand up seems like not much but the importance of being able to fully stand/stretch cannot be overstated! Awesome build man! be safe
@MsTMarie83
@MsTMarie83 Жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly! I just got hooked watching buses & rvs turned into tiny homes.. this is amazing tho to help with the sad fact so many places don't allow over night camping.. Plus imagine how safe you would feel hidden back inside a van
@vincenzopromedia
@vincenzopromedia Жыл бұрын
Idk about that. I'm beginning to think it's not that big of a deal being able to stand up inside the van because it just depends on what you're trying to do, and how you intend on doing it. The bigger the van the less places you can go. I think a lot of people are scared that if they can't stand up in it that they won't be able to do the things they need to do to live in it. Because it's like, why spend that much time in the van? And that's really what the big question is. Do you need to stretch, or do you just want to? And is it worth not being able to take the van certain places?
@wintersworldgaming
@wintersworldgaming 2 жыл бұрын
i remember watching your first video on this van and loving it cuz it was the closest thing to what I would, and likely could, actually end up building myself. still in my head a lot of the ideas you've put in to this will be a major basis for what i end up building. years later i still love this build and it appears well more than enough to take van life by the horns.
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 жыл бұрын
100% it was an amazing ride in this van. Daily living was simple with this set up
@BlondieSL
@BlondieSL 10 ай бұрын
Those little wood stoves are so danged adorable! I had no idea that they cost so much, however.
@ScreamingEagle-xl3tw
@ScreamingEagle-xl3tw 11 ай бұрын
I love this guy! It's amazing how many talented people there are out there creating truly great content. Thanks for showing the self defense tool! Very important. Can't wait to watch the new van vids. Livin the dream is more attainable than we realize. Our dream is our dream and not necessarily what theirs may be. This man has shown how you only give up what you never really needed and gain ever lasting life!
@PamulahBaby
@PamulahBaby Жыл бұрын
I can tell you take pride in everything you do. The van is exactly how it would have it for me…I love it!
@makeachaininthecommentsect7953
@makeachaininthecommentsect7953 Жыл бұрын
Really well done on the inside ! Looks spacious, clean, comfortable, the TV and computer setup is like very well done aswell and the solar panels are the cherry on the top to achieve almost limitless energy. Honestly your van is one of the best I've ever seen so far.
@lorenzoarroz3688
@lorenzoarroz3688 Жыл бұрын
Ditto that mega thank you for taking the time to share this Vagabond's House.
@lorenzoarroz3688
@lorenzoarroz3688 Жыл бұрын
Love it!
@david9180
@david9180 Жыл бұрын
It is definately intelligently organised but no toilet and on cold days the shower is tough ' didn't see a freezer for food either but it's a great habit if you are very young
@johnklinger943
@johnklinger943 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Your door and wall that separates your cab from the hotel is the best. Nice touch with the cedar!
@Sladverr
@Sladverr 4 ай бұрын
The song you used for the light demonstration, love it. Vindicate is one of my favs
@theoriginal7264
@theoriginal7264 2 жыл бұрын
Man I wish I could've given my dad a van like this, he would've loved it and probably lived that way the rest of his life if he were still here!
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 жыл бұрын
Ah man!
@theoriginal7264
@theoriginal7264 2 жыл бұрын
@@OutdoorsEmbrace 😊😊😊
@ZarkXav
@ZarkXav 2 жыл бұрын
Hell yea, pulls out the way you protect your home/vehicle at 7:00 haha. Awesome stealthy build, and I've been wanting to setup something for a long time. A lot of these give me ideas and inspire me more. How people setup their things and that you can have a different way of having a bed come out and all with a good bit of space instead of be in a tiny corner. Starts making things a little bit more feasible and make sense and how much/what gear you need. Other van vids have mentioned they were glad they got a bigger sink, so I'll have to keep that in mind.
@emr8957
@emr8957 Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful build! I'm working on converting a much smaller rig for myself than this one at the moment, and there's a lot of ups and downs. Your work is so inspiring! I'll have to watch some more of your videos
@timallen6025
@timallen6025 8 ай бұрын
That’s a life enabling set up . Nice video and beautiful evolved van ..
@beau-deanmclean5547
@beau-deanmclean5547 2 жыл бұрын
It makes me really happy to see you still living in the same van. You’ve been one of my main inspirations for van life and I’m ready to do it now. Recently installed Solar and have tweaked my cooking and storage for about a good year. I ended up buying my own home funnily enough even though van life was because I never thought I’d get there. Now I’m going to rent my house out and live in the van because it’s something I’ve always wanted to do and I have my little nest egg already set up . Thanks for your channel and videos, you’ve really inspired me, although I don’t live in the van my partner and I have had so so many great holidays (test runs) and it was all thank you vids like yours. God bless you on your travels, I hope you find many more adventures 😄
@ToneSherpa
@ToneSherpa Жыл бұрын
This reminds me of the "man cave shack thingy" that me and my friend built before we could drive. We built a little man cave shack on top of a little trailer that we would pull with a four wheeler. We would drag that thing up into the woods and watch movies and drink Zima's. 15 year old me was way cooler than current me.
@VegasD702
@VegasD702 Жыл бұрын
Exactly the same essentials I have in my van… nice!! One suggestion. Get a 5 gallon bucket with a plastic toilet seat top. Line it with a trash bag
@FREEDOM-bk4rv
@FREEDOM-bk4rv Жыл бұрын
I love how everything is simple. Incredible build. A dream set up for me . Now I just have to make it happen.
@Ewan999
@Ewan999 2 жыл бұрын
This is actually amazing, you have inspired me. I love the idea of having everything you need all in one space, allowing you to be wherever you want in the country. Im 18 and thinking im gonna give this lifestyle a go in a couple of years, get a job/leisure balance where I can work from (home) anywhere in the world.
@JamesRichardson3rd
@JamesRichardson3rd 2 жыл бұрын
This might be one of the best van builds I have seen to date. The simplicity and functionality are next level. The stealth aspects are perfect.
@heythave
@heythave 2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Agreed 100%.
@survival7691
@survival7691 Жыл бұрын
I like the layout of this van, no clutter, easy to clean, you can still keep the back doors open.
@dustup2249
@dustup2249 10 ай бұрын
Love it. You are pretty efficient at having a lot of toys and essentials using such a small inconspicuous home on the down-low. Well done. Pretty sure you will make your next one even nicer now that you have learned what works, what doesn't and what you missed or left out on the first build.
@evelic
@evelic Жыл бұрын
This build seems simple, but it really well thought out. It might be a good layout to start testing the van life.
@angelahoffer8206
@angelahoffer8206 Жыл бұрын
They make these really cool peltier fans that just simply sit on the fireplace. The heat from the stove makes the fan spin. Helping circulate the heat in the van.
@briandrake9467
@briandrake9467 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for not adding fluff, surprisingly refreshing to see your vanlife. Awesome...
@DJ_Blaker
@DJ_Blaker Жыл бұрын
I used to work for Roadtrek, converting vans into RVs, the sprinters make great RVs due to their height! Looking forward to seeing your new van build!
@gqtuesday
@gqtuesday 2 жыл бұрын
A lot of us are going to living like this in the next 20 years
@rvbzero7
@rvbzero7 2 жыл бұрын
NOT ME!
@jackkuehneman9300
@jackkuehneman9300 Жыл бұрын
At this rate, it'll be a year
@gna8an
@gna8an Жыл бұрын
Why is that? What’s happening over the next 20 years?
@rvbzero7
@rvbzero7 Жыл бұрын
@@gna8an more losers
@GreenyFool
@GreenyFool Жыл бұрын
@@gna8an Do you live under a rock? Inflation is in the double digits and energy/fuel costs are skyrocketing. We're already technically in recession and it could easily be the worst since the 70's.
@1HeavyHitr
@1HeavyHitr 2 жыл бұрын
That thing is a little powerhouse on wheels! Incredible ingenuity and very well thought out. Thank you for sharing it!
@crazybabytvworld
@crazybabytvworld Жыл бұрын
This actually the best build I've seen. Love it! I'm hoping to move into this lifestyle soon. Awesome rig, thanks for sharing.
@PrayTellGaming
@PrayTellGaming Жыл бұрын
So, a couple of months ago I commented here saying how this was in my opinion the best van build I had seen. Fast forward to today: I, coincidentally, found an Econoline and will be starting a build in it too, and will likely model some of it after your build!!!
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace Жыл бұрын
Model Away! Check out my Van Dimensions video, and initial build video!
@roadkillvp4life
@roadkillvp4life 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the updated walk thru. I've always felt this was one of the best setups I've seen!
@User.9.459
@User.9.459 Жыл бұрын
It's really cool to see someone live like this...don't think I could sleep comfortable that close to a propane tank and finding places to park where you feel safe for the night would be a concern for me but it's a nice set up
@SunTzu2024
@SunTzu2024 Жыл бұрын
I got a very similar set up just a more modern white wall on the inside. I do a lot of gaming and watch lots of movies. Star link has been great giving me Internet in the woods. Cool to see someone doing the same thing I’ve been doing it for about four years as well. Excellent build. It’s refreshing to see a van lifer have a piece on them.. never be a victim. Carry the tools to protect yourself. Well done
@flipperdoo22
@flipperdoo22 Жыл бұрын
Wow I love your van! It’s got such a great layout and you made such great use of every little space
@freeman-1776
@freeman-1776 10 ай бұрын
Brother, you've done it right. The hallway style works best in my opinion. It allows you to move freely from front to back. I will give you one great idea. Get a very small cheap electric leaf blower. You can thank me later. I had a large extended roof van and I absolutely hated sweeping it out. I spent a lot of time near the beach and sand would get everywhere. With the leaf blower, you can literally blow everything straight out your back doors in seconds. And not just the dirt on the floor but all the dust in your van. I even used it to get into my electronics and blow the dust out of them as well. I couldn't believe how simple and efficient that one little device was. It's a game changer.
@jondoe5392
@jondoe5392 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video, this was very emotional for me, had a studio that almost burnt down from wildfire, lived in my van for two years, similar to your old van, saved money and bought a promaster. Life is good but the struggle is real. Peace.
@Poopanator1000
@Poopanator1000 2 жыл бұрын
Hey man, your original video showing off your van is the video that got me into van life. It's awesome to see how your van's evolved over the years. I just finished Uni and got some shit I have to pay off, but I'm planning on doing saving up for a van conversion of my own ASAP, so thanks for pushing me down the rabbit hole of van life youtube!
@Turkingtang
@Turkingtang 6 ай бұрын
Man my girl and I got behind on things during Covid instead of ahead like some but we hope to take time before it’s too late to do this for a year. Cheers to the memories.
@ScottDopierala
@ScottDopierala Жыл бұрын
I made this into a drinking game. Every time you said "actually" I took a shot. I'm now completely hammered.
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace Жыл бұрын
You're lying. You'd be dead
@badbiker666
@badbiker666 2 жыл бұрын
I like that you built your van specifically to accommodate your lifestyle. It wouldn't work for me, but I don't live your life, so that's cool! I wish I had the hutzpah to do this when I was younger. MUCH younger. I am nearing retirement age now, so my wife and I are making plans to sell our property and move into an RV. Our children (and grandchildren) live very far apart, so we want to be able to spend a couple months here and a couple of months there and the winter in the southwest. But your cozy little van look awful nice. Might have been something I could have gone for if I had thought of it before I got married nearly 40 years ago.
@ifell3
@ifell3 Жыл бұрын
Wow what a practical build in such a small space!!
@SuperZekethefreak
@SuperZekethefreak Жыл бұрын
Very inspirational! I always like simple, with one side just the couch/bed, and the other side a single shelf with your entertainment. When they try and cram too much in, I get claustrophobic just watching the video.
@Raedragonfae
@Raedragonfae Жыл бұрын
This is my favorite set up that I’ve seen, I’m a gamer too that lived in an Rv most of my life looking to make my own conversion, thanks for inspiring me.
@Brazynxgga
@Brazynxgga Жыл бұрын
Looks like something to try. This is something you build and have a house at the same time. You build this and say something happens and you lose your home. You still have a home just smaller and no rent now. Perfect way to save so much money literally and isn’t really a bad idea tbh especially if your single.
@JoshalynnLove
@JoshalynnLove 2 жыл бұрын
I've watched numerous amounts of van set ups, some really expensive ones too. This is by far the best I've seen. Truly the inspiration/ image I was looking for, thanks to you I realize I want most of the space to be for a bed, love that cozy vibe. Immaculate build !
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@Arbiter902
@Arbiter902 6 ай бұрын
Stay safe my man, I don't plan to live in a van but you taught me that I don't a lot to live and have fun.
@Mr.Schitzengigglez
@Mr.Schitzengigglez Жыл бұрын
I'm switching from a big shuttle bus, to an ambulance. It's just me, and my dog. We had tons of space in the bus, and there is more in an ambulance, than a van, but, you've given me tons of ideas, on efficiency.
@robingamer3675
@robingamer3675 Жыл бұрын
I'm impressed on how well the van home turned out I love it nicely done my guy
@pearljameric
@pearljameric 2 жыл бұрын
So happy to see you carry. That vehicle protection rune can only help so much.
@VvDiverDownvV
@VvDiverDownvV Жыл бұрын
Bro when cut to that the smile on my face got ten times bigger XD also sick carry
@Guns_RedRoses
@Guns_RedRoses 11 ай бұрын
This year i bought my 2015 Mercedes Roadtrek ss agile from an insurance auction, paid $17,000. Only damage was the front bumper, i fixed it then i hit the road a month later after making preparations. Im currently driving through the state of Washington.
@webkinzmomaty
@webkinzmomaty Жыл бұрын
I’ve seen so many van life videos but yours is so different. You have everything you need. As a woman my issue would be needing a bathroom. LOL ~ Debbie❤
@felixcat9318
@felixcat9318 Жыл бұрын
You've created a beautiful, compact travel cabin, although I couldn't live wihout full standing height, this is a really gorgeous build out. Subscribed.
@OpenTruthMinistry
@OpenTruthMinistry Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. I miss my 1996 Chevy Astro. Lived in it with my wife for a year.
@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy
@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy Жыл бұрын
dude! you built that van RIGHT! Most that I see just look so trashy...This looks Clean AF! Love it!
@jbc6980
@jbc6980 Жыл бұрын
Nothing could make this feel tighter. Oh, strobe lights, that could do it.
@missdenim6590
@missdenim6590 2 жыл бұрын
Your video about gaming in your van from a couple few yrs ago was my first Van Life video! I was hooked on van life, and still hooked! Thank you for sharing
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! I had a video from a chick living in a jeep that started it all for me.
@stumboz5566
@stumboz5566 Жыл бұрын
Lived and traveled in an Econoline E-250 for a couple years. Named her the "Prophet of Doom" Hands down, it was the best vehicle I've ever lived in. I've also had a sprinter, a minivan, and a truck with a bed camper. It's a work van so it "belongs" everywhere, cheap to insure, cheap maintenance, surprising amount of internal space, and an engine like a Timex (my coolant overflow reservoir was a kitty litter container that I had to jury rig on the side of the road).
@scjuanted
@scjuanted 4 ай бұрын
This is the kind of build I want for my van, practical and cozy.
@user-el6lc7hy5z
@user-el6lc7hy5z 2 жыл бұрын
Your build is beautiful and it looks so spacious inside! I always wonder when people use the word “Shower” but nobody ever mentions “Bath”. If there’s a small enough enclosed space, you can be seated, fill up a bucket and take a bath. I have seen people use a small removable bucket surrounded by shower curtains to take a bath in. The shower certain curls around the tub in a cone shaped like a small teepee tent. You should also look into a back up source of heat just in case you go in an area where wood is in short supply like an Espar or Webasto diesel heater and maybe add a cellular signal booster like a weboost since your Internet depends on cell phone signal but great build otherwise.
@Andrew-rc3vh
@Andrew-rc3vh 2 жыл бұрын
It reminds me of living on a boat, as in everything gets stashed under seats, so people on seats are shuffling around whilst someone is trying to find out which seat it is under.
@Jobe-13
@Jobe-13 2 ай бұрын
The fact you managed to build and convert your van into a home is pretty cool.
@haroldgretzinger394
@haroldgretzinger394 Жыл бұрын
Every time I see this, it’s one of my favorite set ups
@voidhaseyes
@voidhaseyes Жыл бұрын
Honestly I think this is a great way to replace renting an apartment
@termiterasin
@termiterasin 2 жыл бұрын
Whats up! Congrats on 4 years! I'm 9 months in on my "luxury" cargo van conversion. Hopefully I will be able to finish it and upload a tour soon. You were a big inspiration in the decision! LMAO on the P365 upgrade. It was surprising to pull your piece in the first video, and similarly in the second.
@7passionstar
@7passionstar Жыл бұрын
I absolutely LOVE your setup and I could live there forever. Great job! ❤
@seymourscagnetti1413
@seymourscagnetti1413 Жыл бұрын
Excellent job on your camper van. In 1990 I bought a brand new Ford E350 Cargo Van. Power windows/locks/tilt wheel/air conditioning/AM-FM cassett player with premium speakers/Fuel-Injected 460 V-8 with a 4 speed O/D automatic. This was the first yr. Ford put it's electronic Over-Drive automatic behind a 460 c.i. motor. Basically, this was a fully loaded cargo van that was meant to go straight to a van conversion company except I bought it right off the new Ford truck lot. Wish I would have kept it. The window sticker on the truck was right around $16,900. I paid about $350 a month for 60 months, interest rates were shit back then. It was through "Ford Motor Credit".
@Macgyverjrofficial
@Macgyverjrofficial 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorite builds on KZbin ! Simplified
@christopher480
@christopher480 Жыл бұрын
Kudos to you.....this is one of the best builds i have seen so far especially your cubic mini stove.
@matthewbaca6147
@matthewbaca6147 Жыл бұрын
Hahaha when you pulled out the boom stick I was like DAMN. He lays down heat in the games and the streets! Amazing craftsmanship and awesome tour, Thank you for sharing!
@OutdoorsEmbrace
@OutdoorsEmbrace Жыл бұрын
Thank you Matthew!
@shelleybarbosa8802
@shelleybarbosa8802 Жыл бұрын
I really love all the work you did to your van!!! It is awesome...
@jonclement
@jonclement 2 жыл бұрын
Nice wood feel. You'd probably want to have a recessed stovetop + sink (with cover) so that you can use the precious counter space
@tyson1fan487
@tyson1fan487 2 жыл бұрын
Still love this van and I can't wait to see your new one. Take Care and Stay Safe.
@michaelthoele1625
@michaelthoele1625 Жыл бұрын
Best part by far when he busted out the sig.😳😁👏👏 wasn’t expecting that all.
@duantorruellas716
@duantorruellas716 Жыл бұрын
Your Cedar wood is pretty smart , especially when in the woods. Ive always been 💯% for this life style . But I've always worried about the winter months in the woods having to fight bordum . I see youve taken care of that problem in your rig , gaming , office, music studio , disco , movie theatre , 💯fold . Good job 👍
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