Duane's Step Van Tiny House Tour E491

A tour of Duane's step van RV conversion.
Seven Grey is a nomadic minimalist who is wandering the world (traveling internationally part of the year and North American in his step van the other part)
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[@paulshorey9639]

"I shower once a week... which may not seem like a lot for people living in ...homes" hahaha "but for someone living on the road full time, it's ...adequate" I love it. Great video! Great RV!

[@mohawksteel2215]

When we were kids once a week was what everybody did.Saturday night , lol. Clean for Sunday.

[@MrBwalendy]

Brilliant design is a huge understatement. I am a licensed and accomplished engineer with 47 years of experience. I know what I am looking at. The design throughout is genius. No question in my well-educated mind. Your work is genius. Good for you. You are the best design engineer in terms of step-van space. The very best. I am very good but could not accomplish what you have done. Pure genius.

[@CMCrockett]

After watching a few hundred tour vids, seeing something different doesn't happen very often. Hes got a couple of different things going on that I hadn't seen before.

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

agreed. love his lift gate and evaporative cooler

[@RunFromHumanContacts]

Yes! The evap cool! Was happy to see that along w the 53gal freshwater and full shower. And it being a step van! Which we see often on this channel but not others in my experience!

[@dross24MA]

@@SevenWanderstheWorld Thank you for showing me this option! I was hoping for a link about up above but didn't find one, so here's the one I found to help others to get info: www.turbokool.net/product-p/2b-0001-turbokool-swamp-cooler.htm

[@MsTemptation]

You made me chuckle when you pointed out how cute your mini wood burning stove is. Your RV, is lovely and without any wasted space on the inside. If I saw this RV, I would have never been the wiser about the interior.

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

it is a wonderful build!

[@MaureenTheTemp]

That dowel and eyelet system for holding the doors closed is brilliant, simple but I never would have thought of that in a million years.

[@azdesertdog]

What a cool setup. I like the residential elements he put in. Kind of a cabin on wheels vibe.

[@mitzithompson1191]

Really nice conversion - so many favorites - love the wood burning stove - "Thank you" for sharing your home!

[@debra7241]

Duane, what a beautiful job you did! Happy travels Duane!

[@viddha.art1955]

Lovely man and van.

[@tanial694]

Duane’s rig is cool. It’s cosy and neat, just like a cabin. Duane’s a cool man too.

[@vidguy007]

Now I want a lift gate on the back of my van. No question that is a great job. A shower, not usually part of the picture. It photographs like a mountain cabin. I'm impressed. I'm sure the photographer's skill goes a long way on how good this looks.

[@mysteriousnotsoseriousdeb]

"And it's cute!" I love this guy. Great rig.

[@archangel5627]

Out of all the Step Van Conversions I’ve seen, Dewaynes Van is the very best. Not only does he have all of the bells and whistles of any great RV but he took the time and detail to make the interior living space look and feel like a home. The wood paneling and the earthy tones and color schemes make the inside feel like a lovely home or really nice cabin. I absolutely loved what he did with the space and style of vehicle he has chosen to convert into a mobile home. Excellent job!

[@swankieR_wheels]

That was one of your best videos. I loved Dwayne's creativity.

[@Dani65ful]

Duane great job on your house truck.. i Love your ideas on using IKEA and love your idea on just keeping it simple Thank you

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

it is a great design

[@dakotawaters8916]

Beautiful build; quite comfortable and homey. I was never certain about a step van, but seeing this, I believe I could be happy in one. I'll add them to my list of "sure, maybe!"

[@carolinefreeebyrdacw13ly]

Duane, your van is amazing. I love the inside and really love the motorcycle transport space. You've given me some great ideas. Thanks for sharing. Be Well and Free!!

[@subuer]

That is an exceptional build which will provide years of service. Wow!!!

[@frederickharron5217]

Great build, very well thought out, no wasted space...!

[@misslizmoon]

Duane resembles The Dude in all the best ways! Love it, and love his rig!

[@gratefullydeadful]

It's safe to say that everything works very well and he likes it. I agree.

[@justtl5885]

Wow!Outstanding.10x the build quality of a traditional RV and I'm sure thousands less.What an awesome purpose built rig. Well done video Seven,thank you.

[@Foundinthewoodsbushcraft]

This is really a wonderful home. This is what you call a home with the works. Duane you did an awesome job. Looks like an everyday vacation home. Thanks for the tour.

[@dudasaj]

Love seeing Tall Guy's builds. If I ever build my own, I will want a tall box or step van for head clearance purposes.

[@edwardarsenault4440]

I don't understand why an RV company hasn't picked up on this it's perfect in every way for single people. I just Love it

[@floswason8776]

Where is the toilet ?

[@tanial694]

@@floswason8776 Duane had a small shovel hanging on the back of the vehicle! 👍🕳 or 🪣. Easy solution for No 2’s! 😉

[@hg2.]

The swamp cooler looks great for desert living. DIY desert swamp cooler?: Hang some wet tee shirts under a Fantastic Fan and spray the shirts regularly to keep them wet?

[@MrWhyareyouhere]

Thanks Seven. He did a wonderful job of his van . Good thing every one has different ideas.

[@g.patricepulley9117]

Duane, you have a beautiful home. GOD bless.

[@Freespirit5371]

Duane did a nice job of building out his conversion. It is very cozy and functional with a cabin-like feel!

[@brendajohnson6910]

By far, the best box van conversion I've ever seen Seven! Thank you for sharing!

[@duane4972]

Super nice stepvan conversion, well designed and built. Beautiful in person

[@andreawalker2535]

Duane, you made such a beautiful build! Congrats to you, and happy RVing!

[@elainediack889]

I love the way u have put everything in place, Will done,happy journey to u

[@jamiesmith1343]

Duane, your home is lovely, great use of space, it doesn't feel cramped at all. Thank you for sharing ! Lots of good ideas!

[@thizizliz]

What a gorgeous home! He did a great job. Thanks for sharing Seven.

[@mischef18]

What an awesome van Duane has and thanks so much for showing bro. All the very best

[@AndrewBoundy]

This is a great build - one of my favourites.

[@makiwa]

Very nice rig you got there Duane... Nicely put together using nice materials - excellent! Thanks Seven for doing the Video, great as usual.... Ciao.

[@BlurredVisi0n]

My favorite part is when he says the camper is cute :)

[@stonecold8320]

I thought he was just calling his little wood heater cute... :)

[@alvaradacosta293]

That is such an amazing job that he did on his build (IKEA will be my best friend whenever I start on my build) LOL ... His step camper looks so comfortable to live in... he has everything... shower, A/C and heat.. (home sweet home) All he needs now is a door bell hahaha (just kidding) When I grew up in Va. I remember my grandmother had a wood burning stove in the living room... (it was large) and it worked really well. Duane can even put a bunk over his bed for grandchildrens to sleep if he has any... my plans are to have enough sleeping space to take my grandchildren on adventures with me when they are on school vacation. GOOD JOB DUANE :)

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

one of the step vans I toured earlier, built by Gabriel, did actually have a house door and door bell. but, Duane's rig is nicely built!

[@kathleenearle2219]

Very brilliant set up. Best I've seen of many lay outs. Thanks for showing us. Your skills and practical knowledge are a credit to you.

[@cheyjan330]

Dwayne built a fantastic, well thought out rig. Wonderful craftsmanship, and the motorcycle! This guy is living the dream. Seven, I always enjoy your KZbin wok, but this was one of your best!

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

thx Janelle. I thought Duane did an amazing job on his rig!

[@kandykissey]

Fabulous Job! Love your color choices also.

[@jduncan395]

Duane has the NEATEST step van I have ever seen!! Tell him "job well done"!

[@Ihaveausernametoo]

In my eyes this is living LARGE in the most important ways.

[@ripplechips5391]

I totally agree 😎👍

[@PedroMartinez-nl1gr]

You got a very nice tiny apartment on wheels, great job.

[@Mikeykaysuper]

He has that van dialed in perfect for his needs and he seems like a cool easy going guy .

[@michele2855]

Brilliant build! Very clean and practical. The max air fan with the swamp fan feature gave an idea. Go get one 😊

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Very nice. Thanks Duane and Seven!

[@d.a.8335]

It’s a beautiful build Duane, happy times to you!

[@jjjwin1]

Ive watched many videos. A step van like Duane's will fit my needs the best. Very nice set up !

[@patricesez]

Brilliant design features in a beautiful rig! (@ 12:00 "..and it's CUTE!")

[@angelastarcher9279]

Well done guys. Great rig Duane and great editing Seven.

[@soniarossiter2734]

Beautiful conversion! Exactly the kind of conversion I am looking to do. Just lovely 😊

[@SelfMakeover]

I'm going to watch this again--so many new ideas! The step van looks like a great option!

[@Trying2Grow]

This is the best conversion I’ve seen so far. It looks very livable

[@debslifesimplified6406]

I love this van. No clutter, very practical.

[@Markw1063]

Nice tour, I like his layout as well I might have to look into doing one like his

[@maggycotherman2314]

Very nice. Thanks for sharing. Love the simple eyelet/dowel solution to things getting loose and flying around the home when driving.

[@kilroy4713]

All the vid's of DIY conversions I've been viewing from tear drops to buses....this is Definitely - to me one of the absolute Best. Very Simple set-up. Also importantly addresses the issue of a motorcycle(s). Not what I expected from the beginning. He's hanging the bike out back and not bringing it into to living area. This is a plus. Thank You Duane & SW/W.

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

his system makes it easy to move a giant bike like that

[@pattyann7803]

Incredible build Duane. Well thought out. Looks very livable. Enjoy your life.

[@luminyam6145]

Wow, that guy's home is beautifully designed, I just love it. That was a well conducted interview, you just let him do it, wonderful, thank you.

[@ImperfectlyhappytobemeMichelle]

Great job!!! LOVE THIS! You made the most of all your space.

[@14pbear]

This is one of the best builds I've come across. He did a great job

[@alu_pigus]

Holy moly! This build looks stunning.

[@stevejones7593]

One of the best interiors I've seen, love the van idea too , durable.

[@sjladuke75]

Fantastic step van conversion! As a rider I love the ability to carry your bike. My former partner welded old bed frames to the back our RV to carry our HD. Clocked lots of miles before he passed. Great solar system & wood stove & on demand water heater. It's all about the adventures in life; enjoy! 🏍😊

[@n.c.467]

Wow! Great job!

[@bryantford3054]

Very nice. You'd never know you were inside a stepvan by that beautiful interior. It's nicer than some expensive tiny homes I've seen. Great work. 👍🏻

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

I believe step vans can be true tiny homes with an engine and rival the builds we all see on TV and KZbin

[@mohdfiruzali2276]

A very comfortable van to live full time! Stay safe!

[@SaintTrinianz]

Well done! Incredibly classy step van, just love it!

[@tntbrear]

Great format for a rig tour. And a cool rig too.

[@gloriabass9945]

That is a great home, those curtains are everything

[@Brian_Boxtruck]

Loving the motorcycle setup!!

[@MrMinimalst]

Wow! What a great step van! Thanks for showing us Seven. Happy New Year!

[@bcomingfreenomad202]

Oh I'm in love with this van. 💖

[@Scorpiomary]

Really cool vehicle. Excellent vlog and tour thanks for sharing

[@happysurfcamper]

A good genuine guy and a great built. Well done brother

[@craigmonteforte1478]

Very cool tour and lifestyle , i would call that living the dream personally it appears the build out really. Fits your needs

[@lindahouston9331]

I love this! Especially the little wood stove in the corner, and the copper heat shield for your stovepipe! That looks great! I could live in that comfortably! It's very nice!

[@shelbyindianajones3226]

Wow this is so super nice and it's so nice of you to share this with us I got so many great tips from things you've already taken the time to figure out for us I think it's really cute how you said about the shower I lived in a camper for half a year to pay for the land that I was on and I found out I could can take half showers you know waist down showers and they can be cold that's how I got by haha and that's mostly because I was just too lazy to heat up the tank from my propane tank. a real work of art Duane thank you for sharing and have fun on that bike!!!

[@SailsTales]

Awesome build! Love the lift gate for the Harley and the "cute"cubic mini. Thanks for sharing.

[@billiwickey]

Fantastic job, Duane. Thanks for allowing us to see your home.

[@wilhelminakey5776]

You really did a good job on your step up van. I'm thinking about getting one for myself. Thanks for sharing and thumbs up 😊

[@nelsonlauver]

A brilliant gentleman and thinker.

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

Duane is a great guy and has lots of skills

[@mercynamikoye9084]

Raising the fridge is a great idea.

[@bobbyGnOly]

Duane. Your place is awesome....you do great work...looks like a wonderful way to spend your life.... best wishes and safe travels.

[@AwayToMeBus]

Best step van setup I've seen yet, nice work!

[@GTLees]

Hi guys, thanks for the great tour of your very well planned and executed step van conversion Duane. It seems to be a very comfortable, functional and nice looking space. That awning and shade screen practically doubles the living space and even the bike deck is multi purpose...I dig it! The off grid self sufficiency is extremely appealing to me as well, you can be anywhere and have all the comforts of home...so cool! I really enjoy these tours Seven, they're very informative and inspiring to me...keep 'em comin'! Happy trails folks. .......................PEACE!!

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

Duane did an amazing job. thx for watching!

[@aizatamir1355]

I wish there are these kind of step van vehicles back in my country. Such an ideal shape to be made into a camper.

[@anonymousperson9869]

Great work! The wood with white trim is sharp!

[@thetommantom]

I've watched many of your tours this is by far the nicest most practical

[@aprilhoy7583]

What a beautiful home! A lot of different ideas in this one. I really enjoyed this video.

[@sarahhilde6040]

Wow very beautiful van! I like the door being near the drivers seat That is what I would want on mine as well as maybe one on the back but the front is more appealing. I love the contrast of light and where the wood is placed. It is very beautiful. Thank you Duane for sharing your beautiful home with us!

[@cabinlifeatedensprings1710]

This is a very nice home! Just beautiful. You did a very nice job. I can’t wait to show my husband this video. Thank you, Leslye

[@SevenWanderstheWorld]

happy you enjoyed it!

[@ladylucy5591]

Very nicely done! You did a great job on the conversion. You will go far. Thanks for sharing!

[@remoteviewer57]

Really Nice Van Duane! Great Job!

[@bunkosquad2000]

You, sir, are a steely-eyed RV man. Excellent work. Factories are incapable of that kind of quality. BRAVO!

[@christinamarie3598]

Beautiful and smart!

[@oxcart19]

I think this is one of the nicest builds you've ever shown us!

[@sherrybrower2858]

Love the van, really nice equipment, do you have a toilet??

[@SaadonAksah]

Wow! A lovely van!