VAN TOUR! Upgrades to My Budget DIY Camper Van! | Miranda in the Wild

[@Stekman101]

It's simple. I see a Miranda video, I click. It's so neat that this is the REI channel, but it's not a constant barrage of product placement. Just quality content. Great job, REI

[@ModernGentleman]

For sure! She's just wants to really share her hobbies and adventures with everyone. Such a sweet soul

[@rei]

Thank you so much! - Miranda

[@acewelddive]

Keep going these are neat. Mine is a 2005 GMC Safari I love it. Got a 12 volt& 110 Iceco refrigerator & a 2000 watt gas generator with a Electric skillet. Bed is a metal folding cot frame With 3" foam mattress. Limo tinted windows with clipped on black bath towels for black out curtains. Great camping travel rig.

[@scottsievers344]

Miranda makes me happy! REI couldn’t have a better spokesperson.

[@robindegu7294]

Would be interested in a POC spokesperson personally. I can't watch stuff like this nowadays without thinking of the privilege and racism in this country that have created huge racial inequities that make activities like this outside of the reach of a huge swath of fellow Americans... Except as a reality (homelessness/poverty)

[@robindegu7294]

That said. I appreciate and really like Miranda's energy otherwise. Just really weighed down by the context nowadays

[@SomeSortaPro]

@@robindegu7294 How does racism prevent anyone from participating in van life?

[@DuckYMoots]

Okay Karen. Burp

[@subjekt5577]

What I love is her personality matches pretty much everyone I've interacted with at the flagship. SUPER friendly and helpful people, who are all excited and passionate about the outdoors. Supremely chill.

[@clarkeferguson2282]

In the world of 100k+ camper vans, I absolutely love the simplicity of Vince. It’s real and awesome and shows you don’t need extravagance to have something to be proud of!

[@christopherhaak9824]

Having seen many DIY camper van builds, I would not rank this one among any of the better ones. It is hard to know where to start, but there are many things wrong with it, layout, big storage thing on top, massively over built roof rack and so on. Camper vans are great, but this is not one of the better ones. I do like Miranda and the vids she does for REI on camping and so on, but as camper vans go - and I'm strictly talking DIY ones here - this one is really kind of a dud.

[@stphns1737]

@@christopherhaak9824 I respectfully disagree. Having watched so many DIY van build videos and making my own plan for my gorgeous van build, I bought an old SUV, built a narrow bed on top of a leveled floor (the hardest part) and realized it didn't need to be a gorgeous packed full build. For my purposes simplicity, and maximizing rooftop storage on an overdone roof rack, was exactly what I needed. After putting 12,000 mi on it in 4 months I have no plans to add to it. Miranda's simplicity is awesome, and seems to be exactly what she needs.

[@DerBlutenPat1348]

As a fan of interior design, efficient use of space, building stuff, and outdoorsy stuff, this video showing up in my feed is proof that the algorithm works.

[@MonkeyofAwesome]

The hand pump on the water jug is pretty genius.

[@acewelddive]

Yea where did you find the water sink? Genius.

[@josephcantor481]

I cannot believe you did not ask "Do you want to see this Vincent Van Go?"

[@nicojar]

She's Miranda not MiranDAD

[@ModernGentleman]

@@nicojar 🤣 I love that 🤣

[@Stekman101]

Her pedals are named "van stop" and "van ___"

[@davidvance3527]

Excellent 👍

[@zachzuchowicz4842]

I’d love to see some dispersed camping videos with Vincent! Keep ‘em coming, Miranda and team!

[@zekewilliams9981]

in a world of boredom and bad news Mirandas videos always brighten up my day!

[@arlenekufchock1394]

Love that you split your pull out into 1/3 size chunks for ease of use, to prevent pulling out your back, and for more configurations, great idea! I love that your unembellished build allows for suitable modifications without too much grief, and your design change is well thought out. You still have ample room to work on a bicycle inside if it is raining outside, if a park shelter isn't nearby. Roof fan is a needed addition, please do another video on cross ventilation for humid weather, by adding additional mobile mount DC USB fans, comparing if 1 bigger fan is enough, or if 3 tiny fans in 3 different locations blowing slower is more effective.

[@ASnowyOwl]

REI needs to have Vincent Van Go stickers now

[@dbbang1]

Your's is the first conversion of an Astro Van that I could thoroughly relate to. Your lastest upgrades are wonderful and well thought out Yes I'd love to see your road trip and more of your van. I'm subscribing!

[@roberterdmann6978]

Sick van! Love the upgrades and new vent fan. I really dig this show, gosh darn!

[@karenpolansky9097]

Love the simplicity of your van! I’m a fulltime traveller in a 19 ft trailer, so I appreciate how you’ve updated it to fit you and what you want to do with it.

[@katw5740]

Learned righty tighty lefty loosey as a child, today at 50 years old, still say it!!

[@katw5740]

GREAT updates!!

[@lorihutton4719]

I have watched a million vans. Just came across this gal and her van. I love this chick. She is cool loves out doors plus worried with easy water fill up for her dog. Yes I can relate with this female. The van was great too.

[@jessys9868]

I would love to see more van camping. Sort of incorporated into your backpacking stuff. But this was a real good video for ideas. Really enjoyed

[@PumpkinVillage]

Road trip for sure. Take care, Al

[@royberry6673]

Miranda, a good easy. . shower. cheap is a small 1 or 2 gal sprayer used to spray herbicides . take off wand and put spray nozzle on hose a clamp or two can hang anywhere . Put out camp fire , wash sand off you, dog ,cool off on hot day.rinse off anything . Thanks for your tour. Roy Boy.

[@josephj7991]

A pass seat swivel is Great! It makes that entire area more open and adds a comfy seat to living area.

[@acewelddive]

Can't wait to get mine.

[@PCL73314]

Love the simplicity and efficient use of space in your van! Please keep sharing your van upgrades :)

[@allanblack8635]

I love a video that is a realistic camper van. So many van life videos that are just out of reach for normal human skill or cost. I would love more van videos to see it in action.

[@mikesartain9185]

I love the Miranda videos. Brings joy to my day and keeps my dreams alive for traveling/backpacking. I think I met her several years ago when REI sent a crew to my house to interview me on equipment I carry when backpacking.

[@bapanana1]

I love the new design of the bed. Very smart. ... Road Trip? Heck yeah! Let's go!

[@lorenaballou4513]

I agree--Miranda is the coolest 😎 I would love to see more van videos🚐

[@LindsayDaly]

I literally JUST bought a 2005 Chevy Express to convert to a camper and I couldn't be more excited about it!! This video came at the perfect time :)

[@OriginalKaw4Life]

Three things .... first, I've learned from you .... the greatest gift one can give so thank you. Second, in your van ... get two fire extinguishers and mount one up front and one in the back in plain sight. Third ... anything not strapped down turns into a projectile in an accident. Most importantly the power supply/battery. Strap than thing down! Love your energy and enthusiasm.

[@aadmonk]

Vincent Van Go is awesome. Love the bumper stickers!

[@colorful_christine]

yah, lets see ya out in the wild in your cool van! Woot!

[@lizzietrot2522]

Working on building a van myself so super stoked for this video!

[@gillibby]

From VW bus conversion experience, I would like to suggest a rollout/fold out tarp/awning on the sliding door side. Ours added more activity space missing in side the micro bus. You might also consider an awning over that neat table on the trailer hitch.

[@acewelddive]

some Astro vans have a 3 door opening. The window section lifts up for overhead shade and keep weather off you. GMC Safari vans also have those feathures.

[@ssbtd00m]

MIranda, you installed your own Fantastic Vent! That's some pro level DIYing. I have installed three on my own campers and know what it takes. There's a LOT of people that would never try that. And Kudos for Fantastic choice. The best there is.

[@ketch_up]

This was great! The changes to the bed and kitchen area are so smart. I'd love to see a road trip video!

[@marjiecleveland]

All the upgrades and improvements you've made to Vince are great! Looks awesome. Yes, a road trip video would be cool!

[@tccragun]

Heck yeah we want to see some road trippin’ in Vince!

[@Doc_Watson]

Love it! Very functional. I have a rust bucket of a pick-up with a truck bed cover that lifts up like a clam shell. I put a sheet of plywood in the back and a small aerobed inflatable mattress and slept back there a few times at trailheads. Although it was tight, it was better than trying to sleep in the pickup cab. Hoping that the next vehicle will provide better sleeping arrangements.

[@kristinebrousseau8626]

I just love the upgrade made "mini. Mine is definitely micro, ford Transit connect. Keeping things😅 minimal & more to "scale", but decor boho. Down near the floor, beads & chimes to align ur "chakras" 😆. Hoping to post the process, love the low and adequate space! Great job. Happy travels

[@CamBoyd71]

Long road trip video! Yes please!

[@veganmeditations]

Yeah! Road trip, road trip!

[@gillibby]

An additional thought for the van, replace your backup and head lights with the equivalent LED bulbs. They are normally a simple bulb replacement upgrade to have more light when backing or driving. LED replacements for the driving space overhead and door mounted courtesy make it brighter inside. All this and they draw much less power. We have done this with our vehicles and it has made life better.

[@katieweiher]

He’s turning into quite the van! I love seeing how you started and each iteration.

[@scottnicol1225]

Love your weekly show . Definitely want to see a van trip video 😀

[@arocker23]

This is a great video and a cool van. I always look forward to your videos Miranda!

[@melissarobinson9618]

I wonder if there is a fold-out shelter that could be attached to the roof rack? (for the rear "kitchen") Vehicle camping is great because the weight of the gear isn't as important. The van is looking amazing Miranda, have fun and stay safe on your journeys!

[@lawrencerasmus]

Astro vans are rock magnets . My window has a crack and until I can't see it's staying because I know it will happen again as soon as I get a new one

[@OriginalGabriel]

The Exo system is legit; can't wait until they finally get them off the container ships. In addition to a ladder, check out the Moki Door Step for your sliding door side of the van

[@bugoutbasics1070]

Awesomeness (the quality of being extremely impressive or daunting) thank you for sharing.

[@rei]

We're glad you enjoyed it! Are you planning to upgrade a camper van?

[@bugoutbasics1070]

@@rei I have done several over the years. Actually have a company SUV that I have bedded down in on trips. Motels are expensive lol. 14 bucks for a good shower at a truck stop is a lot cheaper lol

[@Kingnome]

Living the best life in a van by the river.

[@mtnbknmichigan]

🤗 YAY!! Super Duper job on Vince, looking forward to more videos! Great Video guys!! 🥰👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@annemitchell4822]

One thing you might consider, is bug netting for either your sliding door, or your back doors. You could roll it up and stored on your ceiling. You could probably weight the bottom down with magnets that stick to the van. I know you just got a fan, but incase you want more openness. Also, I want you to know that from watching your channel, you inspired to apply to my local REI, and I've been very happily working there since December :)

[@scott9752]

I enjoy the van videos. I think a road trip series would be cool.

[@hli1787]

I’m obsessed with Miranda!

[@keiajinfilms]

yes to road trips! would love to see you tour some national parks & national forests since you're now built to travel far :D i have to admit, seeing the before and after on the sleep system was super illuminating. that is a YUUGE change, but i didn't get it at first.

[@icanhearyoucanyouhearme9164]

That rack is amazing. Fellow Astro camper here!

[@skyknight6467]

Wax the wood for the bed slides to make them slide easier. you can use a regular candle for this but surfboard wax would work better.

[@leonardspetstop]

Yes!!! Please, do more van life videos, for sure!!

[@Badusername2000]

i will always love that content this genuine comes out of a brand youtube channel, keep up the good job

[@juketreks2192]

When this vans a rockin..... get me the hell out I locked myself in!

[@kiizutsuita]

More Miranda In the Wild in a Van please!

[@sophanarachay4917]

Very simple but beautiful. Every body can do it.

[@royharrell1760]

Love your style. Great upgrades and use of the RV faucet on the water jug. I can car campers wanting to do that.

[@cmcer1995]

Those were some great upgrades to your van Miranda! Also another Great video from you too! I always start out by Liking so I don't forget because I know the content is always Likable as you are!!

[@TheRickurb]

You rock! I can't wait to see what you do with Vincent!

[@xchick10]

Head space is so key---love all the changes, those little things count! :)

[@russelljackman1413]

It looks GREAT! Well done, Miranda! ROAD TRIP!!! Thanks for always lifting my Spirits! :)

[@sporff]

You should really secure that battery for road trips if you don't. If you get into an accident or rollover, that thing will do some major damage to whatever it hits. You'll notice work vans have a cage and 4x4 people strap heavy things like spare tires down so they don't go flying.

[@GABRIEL_CRAFT]

Best commercial I have seen in awhile. How did REI get somebody this real?

[@wildeescape]

Van looks awesome. I like the fan, and the new Yakama rack is actually really cool (now Thule needs to make one). Oh, and MORE VAN STUFF!

[@anitasimmons3599]

I love the swing out rack, with table top. It would likely even work on our minivan. Yes you need to do some traveling videos. We would love to meet you on the road some day. Safe travels.

[@michaelbruchas6663]

You need solar panels on the roof and an a.c. power switch box for shore power or to charge your GoalZero. Like the table top mod to the bike rack!

[@glendanorman781]

Looks great Miranda!

[@julielance3588]

i love your personality. You are funny and make a backpacking trip look easy. I love how to did your van. Everyone else build theirs out and uses every space. Your is so roomy and I like that much better. I am hoping to get a van one day until then I will be using my Jeep, but I have 3 dogs. Wish me luck. Julie

[@patrickquinlan1839]

Your level of enthusiasm is great and your knowledge base is great you remind me a little bit of a song by a group name red Ryder called lunatic fringe it fits

[@joecampagna3662]

Congratulations on your upgrades! Thank you for the post I really enjoyed it.

[@jpriddle]

Can’t wait for the Miranda On The Road series.

[@stimpy1715]

Thanks you Miranda, you're efflorescent.

[@ashleynature2778]

Thank you so much for changing bad boy to thing 😊

[@stephensoles3773]

I bought a rooftop carrier similar to this for my van only to find the hinges were interchangeable side to side, the box on the passenger side made it much more accessible.

[@littleokie4885]

Vince is awesome! You are amazing! 😃

[@dillonbailey1996]

Keep posting videos we love them!

[@parkerpolgar292]

I want to see your van in other videos :)

[@idontneedid]

Hell yes to a road trip! Also, let's just appreciate that Miranda is ... gloriously Miranda-y in this video. For a short moment I was concerned that there wouldn't be a gas-related accident in the video, but 8:30 saved my day. Thanks for being the cool person you are and letting us take part in your adventures. :)

[@itsmay9688]

Waiting for cooking videos on your table top on a road trip 🤤

[@ColinAdventures]

I’m about 99% sure I’ve seen you out on the road! I recognized the van and immediately clicked. I’m going to find that ladder to get to my roof. I’ve been looking for something like that so I can load my kayak onto my skoolie.

[@piotrgolczyk727]

Miranda jest SUPER 😁😁😁 To absolutna KRÓLOWA 👑 tego kanału 😉 !!! Dzięki za pozytywną energię i mnustwo inspiracji 👍!!! Pozdrowienia z Polski 🤗

[@roneykaithpalmaria]

Amazing ideas!! I watch so many camper van videos and camper truck videos and I haven't seen these ideas.

[@Jo_Michelle]

Yes roadtrip!

[@matthewb.7172]

You’re inspiring me, gosh darn!

[@stacey9003]

Groovey! I absolutely love it. Great video.

[@KristenWhere]

Omg hilarious and so true- I love how you acted like parts would be edited out but you kept them anyway- I can’t stand watching people seamlessly move around and reconfigure their vans/etc like they are magical and never make mistakes- also another reason I like REI- people are down to earth & know what they’re doing, especially when I don’t- and I still don’t feel like an idiot. Mostly. Lol. Def keep up with the van videos! I’ve wanted to live on the road ever since I was a little kid- and now it’s fortunately and unfortunately really “popular”- it’s nice to see some down to earth builds that are entirely within budget limitations- instead of people sending their brand new transit vans off for a few weeks and 4 million dollars later they have a beautiful home on wheels- I mean, hell if you have the $ and knowledge to do that, go right ahead- but that’s just not reality for most of the people in this community- so that’s my long rant about how yes, van videos/road trip blogs/etc are definitely something I know I would watch all the time. Liked & subbed just bc of this video. Thanks!

[@teraquendya9487]

I recently 3d printed an adapter to use the automatic 5gal jug pumps on my aquatainer, much nicer that using the manual pump.

[@rei]

Wow, I LOVE this idea!! Thank you for sharing! May need to find a buddy with a 3D printer to help me with this! - Miranda

[@teraquendya9487]

@@rei Happy to print and send you one.

[@rei]

@@teraquendya9487 If you use Instagram, send me a message @mirandagoesoutside ! I'd love this! - Miranda

[@rickbennett1471]

love your attitude

[@angelag5708]

After seeing your videos I think I might want a van? It's just so cute

[@EpwnaExeter]

Would love to see future van videos!

[@patmac104]

Love it! Fun vid, cute little Burp :)

[@jdshl8423]

You should install an awning on the opposite side from your roof storage box. Otherwise it seems like a waste to have such a huge rack when you could do it with a smaller rack and roof storage box at the rear just to fit the table top. Then you'd have room on the van roof towards the front to install solar panels since you already have a generator.

[@cardocann6689]

All sorts of Mirandom stuff!!

[@antaishizuku]

Also you could put some wood around the edges underneath of that table to brace it.

[@susanf3110]

You've done a great job!!

[@saladking2370]

Try using drawer slides for the bed slide outs.

[@michaelmichael8406]

I would love to see a road trip video, and more of Vince!

[@oculussuluco]

More van please/road trips. Shwanky build.