Ridiculous 3 Person Sleeper, But It Works! Honda Element Micro RV. 24

After a few prototypes (failures), I think I have come up with a great 3 person sleeper setup. I used a "Disc O Bed" cot as the 3rd person sleeper. Also used the 3rd seat as a means to mount one corner of the bed. Much more room than my previous bunk.
Cot bed: amzn.to/31gkdqd
Folding Mat: amzn.to/2WS3bz7

[@recoveringsoul755]

when I was a kid my parents had a van that carried our family of 5 and all of us were able to sleep inside. I slept in a hammock that was strung crossways across the drivers and passenger seats. Personally, I thought I had the best spot up there. The seats in back folded out to a mattress for my parents. My older sibling slept on the floor under their heads crossways as well, and the youngest slept in her playpen between the front seats and back area. There was a cooler, little pump sink, and we had the standard coleman stove for camping at a picnic table. We could all eat inside too, or play cards on the table that swung up from the side of the van. It was an awesome van, 60's -70's era.

[@KV-db9gw]

So cool

[@penepeau3646]

This is such a cool setup! Your boys are going to remember this for years to come!

[@Tiny-Campers]

Haha. That is a really old setup. Will be doing another youtuber's element soon.

[@flowstateofmind]

Nobody would ever think 3 people could sleep in a car lying flat out, but if you need to you can. I think this could provide an amazing solution to many homeless people or people who need or want to save on money while being in transit. I mean you can pay for a night at a hotel or motel but how often is that truly a worthy experience? Even if you have enough money, it's always good to live resourceful!

[@Tiny-Campers]

Working on another element. I may try another 3 bed setup one day. Haha

[@moi2995]

You are so creative with these small spaces. Great job.!

[@theequeenbeast2746]

Glad that you guys found a sleeping solution for the trip instead of having to possibly loose money going to motels.

[@radzo1675]

By the time you take everything apart in the morning you'll be tired enough to go right back to bed. Perfect.

[@mariacromero]

Man, this makes me really, really miss my 2003 Element. I’ll be subscribing just to live vicariously through you until I get another one. Just not practical in the city I moved to, but one day I’ll have another. Great job.

[@Tiny-Campers]

This car is like a sand box. Lots of fun to mess around with.

[@omavicmcmurray2893]

I have a bunk for my two big dogs, (I have a short regular van) When I have someone with me we need 4 beds. You have lots of great tips! Thank you!

[@sammyrivera1165]

you are a great builder, you show me somethings,,,, I can do with my Element, Thank you for showing us, may your days go beautiful thank you again

[@mr.winslow7018]

I'm so glad I found your channel loved your video I just purchased a Element myself my wife and I are excited to go camping like this soon

[@karencooper6634]

pretty clever set up, have fun on your adventure....I hope you post about it

[@leanne7306]

I love this channel. You have many great ideas. Thanks for sharing them.

[@harryroger1739]

Impractical but amazing you design a system to carry and sleep three in an Element.

[@Gouiwar]

Very impressive. You did a great job👍

[@tegmapat11]

If it can be done, you will figure it out! Great ideas!

[@christiangenest576]

Wow sooooo well done , I like to see people video with so incredible imagination , bravo

[@irvininz1]

That's Bad ass good job. I Like the cot/platform very ingenious man. I like how you can break it apart so that it wont use a lot of space when put way.

[@MSCLOVERCT]

Good set up I'm going to have to set up something that sleeps three. Thanks for the ideal.

[@sixsoul9413]

Lol ....love your content man......my new fav channels......gotta love tinker bro haha

[@Tiny-Campers]

Thanks 👍

[@LayneXIII]

Nice set up!

[@handedtoyou2477]

One could easily get a fourth and possibly fifth bed in there.

[@believedreams1663]

Creative Build ❤

[@Tiny-Campers]

Thanks. I just brought another element. I am looking forward to more crazy ideas in that space.

[@janeevans4758]

Absolutely brilliant 👏, love it.

[@8888-y8h]

*Clever*

[@saumaleulatoa5547]

You’re a genius

[@Tiny-Campers]

This was one of my really early builds. I wish I could do this again knowing what I know today. Haha

[@norriscoleman3141]

great camping car hack. I had the same upper bed hack idea for my truck Dodge Ram1500, your idea will surely make mine work now, head to CABELA'S to look for the "Disc O Bed" .

[@Tiny-Campers]

There is now a trundle version so you don't have to buy the bunk if you only need one bed. $150 ish

[@nancybarandica4011]

Gracias por tus vídeos

[@Tiny-Campers]

De nada.

[@catacomber8]

So much work...Try setting this up in a rainstorm....everything needs to come out of Element, everything and everyone will get wet. and just hope the person/kid on top is potty trained, or it will be a golden shower at night for all below!

[@briankeith6256]

At this point, just get a little 5 person tent. Sets up instantly. :)

[@AggyGoesOutdoors]

Not sure if I would be willing to compromise sleep comfort to that extent

[@veganpotterthevegan]

The assembly is excessive too

[@Morningdovecamp]

well done! thanks for sharing🙏🏻🙏🏻👍🏻🚗

[@docink6175]

is that a factory design for the seat to stow like that? I really like the repurpose of that bunk bed, we used those in hotels several times when traveling for the little guys.. Id say, dad built it dad gets the high bed!

[@Tiny-Campers]

Yes. Factory design. Element was a great car. I sure miss it.

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

Wow! Amazing!

[@KV-db9gw]

Wow never seen such an idea before

[@fatimapabatao4916]

good idea only stressful lots of time and work

[@3rdlegbrigade258]

Very creative......If I ever plan to get a Honda Element that would be the set up I would like to do. I’m leaning more and more to that. Initially a van was gonna be my choice but I like the Honda Element a little more....

[@Tiny-Campers]

I have a few different configurations, this 3 person sleeper is not the most comfortable but it gets the job done. I have since updated the 3 person setup a bit. You can check it out in my other video. I’m glad I chose the element over a van myself.

[@3rdlegbrigade258]

@@Tiny-Campers Im a small guy so that kind of set up is perfect for me.

[@bearmerica6668]

I used to live in San Carlos, Ca. I have a 2006 Honda Element. Post more please.

[@Tiny-Campers]

I still have a few more ideas cooking. Like an in-car shower. Maybe will have the first version by this Sunday.

[@norriscoleman3141]

Don't feel bad I use to live in S.F. My converting will be for a Dodge Ram1500 Crew Cab

[@mikemoore8135]

In the Elements what do the stickers on the doors mean/signify?

[@Tiny-Campers]

Those are Star Wars Rebel Alliance stickers. It signifies that I am a geek. haha

[@betsykemper1332]

Brilliant!!

[@TheAdventuresofMrMrsB]

Looks like you really thought that out well.

[@CaptGunny]

I think a tent attached to the rear clam shell doors would make life a lot easier, 3 midgets would be too much.God help the occupants if somebody has had one too many bean burritos !!!

[@maize3239]

The whole reason I like to sleep in my car is so I don't have to set up my tent, sleeping pad, etc... This seems like WAY more work than a tent, so I'm not sure what the point is...

[@spooniecamper]

Impressive!

[@nomad_02]

Интересное решение интерьера , приятных путешествий !Удачи!

[@raulnetto4163]

Good!!!

[@hungaro9017]

Muy interesante me gusta su creatividad

[@yvettagrimes6175]

I love it😊

[@universal7564]

thumbs up! :)

[@johnjbrowniv8722]

Love it

[@Tiny-Campers]

Thanks!

[@danalivingabroad]

I call top bunk!

[@Tiny-Campers]

Haha. All the kids prefer the bottom one

[@danalivingabroad]

@@Tiny-Campershaha guess I am a kid at heart!! But honestly - I am top 'bunk-er' for life.

[@Apscholle]

Use in camera stabilization, or edit stabilizing in post.

[@the305hauler]

Interesting, 👊😁👍🇺🇲

[@gracecallowayable]

Awesome!!!👠🚌👠

[@oldschoolisnewschool]

I love your innovation. I was thinking to do this with the disco bed but you have al ready done it. Did you buy all of the disco bed or just parts?

[@Tiny-Campers]

Bought while bed

[@HilkanaCastro]

Hi! I would like this build. Can you share the dimensions of that sink/desk. I’ve been looking for the original video but only find your videos with the new element.

[@Tiny-Campers]

Sorry. This was one of my earlier builds and I did not do a good job filming and stuff. maybe these two videos can help kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmi8kq2ne8iffq8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z16adISbet6pb80

[@Tiny-Campers]

First element build playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLFEo_2JeQbGMYFhhPbe7ufGEir2hhee7T

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

Did you remove the bracket for the rear seat on the drivers side, Or is it just under the cabinet?is it very hard to remove?

[@Tiny-Campers]

Yes. Removed.

[@speterbilt]

Cool idea too much work

[@peterpadazopoulos2954]

What happens when the top guy ,who wants to pee at 2 am

[@Tiny-Campers]

That is why the last guy (who has been drinking all night by the fire) has to sleep on the bottom!

[@lolaadebiyi7481]

Hmnnm Will it be more comfortable than a tent? No Will it be more convenient and easier to implement than a tent? No Will it be safer than a tent? Not sure... Verdict: I am going for a tent against this setup

[@TheUtubewatcher2010]

"I drilled a hole..." I dont think you drilled the whole ... looks like you CHEWED the HOLE!

[@gracey-the-good9005]

I'd like to ser fully made up at night, that second bottom bed looks uneven... But cool idea!

[@gracey-the-good9005]

I spoke too soon, you did show it! Still looks uneven for bottom right and is there padding underneath bottom left? But hey, cool nonetheless for a dad and two boys. 😁

[@Tiny-Campers]

Rebecca, you have sharp eyes, that floor bed is indeed at an angle. This is by design since my idea is to keep your torso in the most open area. That angle allows you not only have a little more length room, but will get your torso (or legs) further away from the cabinet. It does bother my eyes a bit too, but while sleeping, you will appreciate the extra space.

[@johnmonk66]

Will anyone ever use a hammock? Imagine no bed until you need it.

[@BigMacProDaddy]

How long did it take for that rear-view mirror to be re-attached? I've done it, it's easy. I order three of the clips and two have been in the glove-box for a couple years.

[@Tiny-Campers]

? I never removed it. If you are referring to the backup monitor mirror, it just snaps over the stock mirror.

[@BigMacProDaddy]

In the Elements I apologize for my sarcasm, some people move around in their sleep and kick things. I kicked mine

[@veliagarcia3606]

Person with the camera,,,,, moving too fast.

[@jbsmith991]

I agree Velia, the camera work almost made me puke. Regardless of the content, if you intend to have people watch it; the camera work is important. Learn to use a camera or have a friend that has experience help. I think the only people that will stick with it are people that have an Element and are desperate to pack three people into it for camping.

[@troybenson696]

Lets see how many ridiculous things you can do to your Honda Element channel.

[@markthompson1796]

Three dudes in an element. Better leave the windows down.

[@gibbethoskins8621]

As a one or two person set up they are cool, but 3 would make more sense to just get a tent.

[@Apscholle]

Love the setup but omfg your constant shaking of the camera gave me a headache 🤮

[@aaronarmstrongaa]

That is ridiculous

[@donpineau4780]

Aaron Armstrong iii

[@coopbro]

Elemental

[@martymartian9820]

That’s nothing. Didn’t college guys put 10 adults in a VW?

[@shandelebroyles1099]

I have a headache now

[@theodorejay1046]

Maybe two adults & a baby.

[@flipperdoo22]

I felt nauseous watching this video it was so shaky

[@JudyG745]

too much work

[@MoeMoe-nu7vt]

That’s just so stupid come on dude

[@ashrafnoorwala8470]

Pphotography is no good

[@Tiny-Campers]

Yes, it was a video filmed a while back when I was a still a new KZbinr . I like to think it has gotten better :)

[@rampar77]

desperate poor people