Shopping For The Van

[@zyawotha]

looking forward to some stormy/rainy nights in the new van

[@CrazyQuady]

Me too, unfortunately I still don't have any good way for ventilation with the way the windows open if it's raining. It'd turn into a furnace in there right now in the rain 😂

[@zyawotha]

@@CrazyQuady all good, maybe ecoflow wave could sponser you

[@WolveXD]

​@@CrazyQuadyneed you a roof fan that blow the heat out of the van hate to cut in to the roof but it be worth it in the end

[@Slaptastic1]

@@CrazyQuadysolar generator and portable swamp cooler?

[@MegaSusanc]

​@MacAusty1108 what's a swamp cooler? If you don't mind me asking, thanks.

[@jttindell]

Bro, they make some cup holders for conversion vans, my dad owned several vans and we always went on vacation in comfort. Google wooden cup holder for conversion van and check them out. You would be able to make your own with spare wood. Be a good project for an upcoming video. Van looks nice, brings back good memories.

[@clodoaldomarques401]

Who needs cable, stormy nights, snow times, man I love it... and the van it is awesome...... keep up the good work bro....

[@jeffalsum2599]

Instead of jumper cables, get a noco jump pack, so if your stranded somewhere, you won't have to wait for someone to come give you a jump. Cool van. Looks like you have more room than the truck had

[@bomberomiami2413]

Just an FYI in reference to the fire extinguisher. Firefighter/Fire Inspector/Fire Investigator here... That extinguisher is for B and C fires, which are Flammable Fuels and Electrical Fires. For a van, you should have an A B C extinguisher. The A is for fabrics, wood, paper, plastics, etc. A B C will put everything out pretty much for the exception of a metal fire, which is a TYPE D fire.

[@jameshunter6526]

Love the 1990"s bleep bleep security on the door locks! 🤣

[@theoneandonlycarlton]

That Cup Holder Is Supposed To Go On Your Door And Slide Down In To The Window Slot LOL

[@fatsdulange]

For a fan, I highly recommend and suggest a Ryobi 18v 7.5" fan (3 speed) that takes not only the rechargeable packs, but also regular a/c extension cord. So yeah, could run it off rechargeable packs, your power station's a/c, or extension cord it in from a campground. And it PUSHES some air. I can have it in the middle of our garage atop a car, step outside the door and still feel it when on hi. $59 can't be beat. 😎🤘 Can't wait til that first vancamp !!

[@CrazyQuady]

I have dewalt stuff, I may pick up one of the battery fans they have

[@yonnj]

Pro tip. Alot of that stuff, totes, small garbage cans, etc. Can be thrifted for even cheaper. I have my work van completely stocked with Rubbermaid and Tupperware totes of all sizes and it costed me maybe 30 bucks

[@yonnj]

Just got to the part where he said he was going to good will😅😂

[@ZoZo-fc1we]

Wow!!! Enjoy that van!!!

[@alanhuhta6189]

You could get a cup holder from conversion van companie that sits on engine dog house which would match existing wood in van

[@jellybryce7742]

HE GOT THE SOFT SHACKLE!🤣 Good man! Great video. Looking forward to the complete vision.

[@oldguycamping63]

doing great on van build Cheers my friend ...😎❤👌✌

[@vStatisticz]

Bit late to the party, I've really been enjoying these videos. That van brings up a lot of great memories. Our family had a rope business. We Worked out in shipsawana Indiana flea market. Used to fill that van up to roof. Just take everything out and sleep in it haha. Appreciate ya taking the time out with all these videos!.

[@michaeljenkins746]

Thanks for the update video crazy quady

[@dykuwaify]

Google search cup holders for your vehicle and there are a few different ideas available. I definitely need a cup holder for my morning coffee.

[@vanlifebodyman6303]

Hey man, give you heads up now.. take the fans back.. or save your receipt. We had some of them last year.. like 6 of them. Bought 2 or 3 then had to replace them neer weekly. Motors give out, and there the old style usb plugs that fail fast. We switched to the like 5" steel fan thats at walmart. Metal blade, and fan cage. Sits on flat area with rubber cushions. Uses only 4-6 watts, and plugs into USB ports for power. Cost 6.00- 8.00 ech at walmart. All 5 of mine still kicking. Good luck.

[@kevinhooper3003]

We have a Slim Chickens here in Jackson, Tennessee. I’m loving how the van is coming along. Keep the good videos coming.

[@Anthony-id7jm]

Made the trip to Glacier National Park on the motorcycle and got back just in time to relax to a Crazy Quady video. Good timing, thanks!

[@taterchip7752]

I think the 20”x40” folding table would be perfect along that side. It has 3 different heights you can put it at. The lowest setting is around the same height at a coffee table. I have one and love it. I take it on my semi truck. Pull it out to put my grill on it to do my cooking.

[@CrazyQuady]

That would definitely fit for the time being

[@hollyondrias602]

I have one of those and it’s perfect

[@loiskaraffa9791]

Suggestion : they make 6-8" fans that hange/clamp with light in middle using batteries/lighter plug. Check cabelas,llbean. Works great! Also check with your local safelite glass/windshield replacement/installation to see if they will pop-out the big windows with slider/screen and flip them( screen/slider) on top (heat rises),then hang fan in front to pull air in. The clip fan we got oscillates. Oh one thing check in maternity section of store or on line for that chair pillow they do make bigger ones higher backs/longer arms. Hope it's helpful! Lk

[@xcknltlx]

Get one fan pushing and one on the opposite window pulling. If you could block off the screen around them they will move more air.

[@CrazyQuady]

I thought about doing something like that

[@melaniepratt8316]

Try looking @ The Re Store by Habitat for Humanity, you might find cabinets there or table that you could modify for the van. 😎

[@buffalobmf]

Buy one of those ryobi fans. They last long enough on battery and big enough to get air going in the van when youre sleeping. . Plus can probably charge it in a inverter

[@INTHEOUT]

Just pimpin out the camping fleet! Somthin bout a van man 🔥🤘

[@judymoodyslifevlogs4341]

I miss the truck, but getting used to the van. I love how you have some more room. It’s coming together Crazy! It’s starting to get your vibe! ❤

[@escapingmonday2501]

I had a conversion van. I wanted to put a roof vent on it, but I just stuck a fan in the window instead. It worked out fine.

[@Jamal-ty6ug]

Oh yea the slim chickens by my old stomping ground by southwest high school hahaha

[@jasonburns9320]

I am enjoying watching you make this van work for you. Can’t wait for your next camping video!

[@bennetts-revenge_2]

I used to work at Wal-Mart and stock those bed pillows and they were bigger than. They shrunk them and you still pay the same price its nuts!

[@Harolyn-gn6kc]

That is a sharp looking van I can't wait to see it when you have it all fitted with your camping needs. A really nice interior, you have good taste, get that all fixed up and hit the road again canping

[@LandonMartin-xd1vf]

Lettsss gooo ! Gonna be another good one from Mike . Perfect way to end my 30th bday

[@CrazyQuady]

Happy Birthday 🎂

[@LandonMartin-xd1vf]

@@CrazyQuady thank ya brother! The van is starting to come together . Slick rig for sure

[@db.mc2]

Thanks CQ ! 👊👍Appreciate you my friend 🙏

[@dlsmith1961]

Good video. In a camper van, you really need a lot of stuff. But you also need someplace to store all your stuff. Trial and error. You'll figure out what works best for you. Just takes time.

[@johnschmidt1900]

We have a slim chicken here in Missouri. Good food!

[@jbeemz5554]

OMG I was dying laughing I thought you said I set it off with my pooer @8:52 mark lol not cooler

[@atcay81]

Boomerang pillow we call them in OZ, they look like a rainbow shape 👍👍👍

[@esiebert7625]

Dude, jumper cables is so 1980’s, get yourself a jump pack instead, smaller and you don’t need another vehicle. Also get yourself one of those small battery powered air compressors. Also get a portable power pack and a small 12v fridge instead of a cooler. For fire extinguishers get a first alert ez spray 14 oz, way smaller than that big extinguisher. And why do you need covers on totes that sit under the bed, the bed platform is the cover, why open/close the lid all the time. Those fans will get old quick in the summer, get one of those ecoflow portable AC units. Finally get a Simos hotspot so you always have internet, maybe a weboost also for better signal. Happy van camping!

[@josephdover198]

So spend more money than he spent on the van itself? Those portable AC units are outrageous in price. He has another 5 or 6 weeks of heat and a truck that needs to be fixed.

[@IC86]

Good preparation (first aid kit, et. al.) and good efficiency in packing. A little table with a shelf just above the air vent for storage and table top for doing stuff will be ideal. Keep up the good work!

[@TxVet1027]

Totes.... Plano, like the tackle boxes.

[@nmoconnors]

Love the videos as always put the fire extinguisher on the side door!

[@Steve-Goff]

I bet you could build a storage unit pretty easily that you could slide your cooler into and have shelves or drawers. You could also put that trash can between your front seats. It’s definitely coming along

[@RosrShafer]

Thanks for letting us tag along. You're getting it together. Everything has gone up in price.

[@MegaSusanc]

Awesome, as always, Mike. I loved this shopping trip. Thanks for taking us along. It's sad that everything is so expensive 😪 I can't go to a Walmart and walk out of that store with a price tag under three hundred dollars. I've tried but in order to get what you need you have to spend the money or go without, ugh! But it's great seeing you put everything together little by little and going camping in between getting everything that you need. I'm betting that you just build a table that you want beside the bed, so you can add drawers and a pull out shelf for cutting food. I truly think you can do it. You're a very smart man it just depends on how much time you have to build it. But if you build it you know it's gonna be the right size and have everything you need and want. Or just search online for something awesome. You have an awesome channel, Mike. Thank you for sharing with us it means a lot to us that you're including us in this awesome process of getting the van ready to go. Thanks again, Quady. KEEP ADVENTURING GOD BLESS YOU 🤗HUGS🤗

[@CrazyQuady]

Thanks Susan!

[@jboogie_209]

Shheesshhh my boy QUADY mobbin in the VANBORGHINI!!!!!!!

[@Dads1978]

Dude, get a battery jump start. It a game and life changer. So much better for solo trips and makes jumper cables obsolete. You even have the battery bank to recharge it if needed.

[@CrazyQuady]

Eventually, all the jump packs I found in store were over $80

[@Dads1978]

@@CrazyQuady I hear you. I finally broke down and got one from Amazon. It was 1/2 the store price and had good reviews. This past year it has saved my butt more then once. Amazon might be your best bet on this when you are ready.

[@marvinbrown2822]

Just a suggestion but how about a fish cleaning table for the side of the van? they come with a sink and pump for water and you could use the rest of the space for a stove or just counter space.

[@huntinfishinwithDwayne]

A swivle table wood be pretty cool, where you were talking about sticking your cooler.

[@JJsAdventureLogs]

Those little rechargeable fans, are life savers! I got 2 myself and run them both on low. one on the opposite side of the room of the other. They will run 10-14 hours on the lowest setting. And will run while plugged into a battery bank. 🤘🏻🤘🏻 I also got the rechargeable mini fan with bendable legs, you could wrap that around your "oh shit" handles for top air flow 🤘🏻 love see how excited and In love you are with your van! It's in the exact same year Era I'd like to get my own van in. So I'm a little jealous! Keep up the great work my dude! You're vibe is always enjoyable. 😎 You hold the #1 spot as my favorite KZbinr. 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻 I also sent you an IG message for a trip idea for this weekend, if you don't already have something planned. 🤘🏻

[@betzaidavazquez5579]

Nice shopping with ya Quady, and glad you picked up a few essentials that make a difference for camping. Looking forward to seeing how you build it up and can't wait for the next camping trip. 🥰🌟✌

[@DE-cz8ei]

I'll make a suggestion. Whatever your bed is sitting on, cut it in half, width wise, and put some hinges on them so you can lift up the bed and get better access to the back of the van for easier placement and removal of things. Just my 2 cents.

[@MegaSusanc]

That's a really good idea. 👍

[@fairbanksjp]

Nice choice on the fans.! You’ll get 5 hours fully charged on high setting and limitless time plugged into to USB power source. I own a few of these and love them.

[@cantunderstandfoolishpeeps2036]

Maybe you can repurpose the cup holder in the back of the van for something!! Like a solo cup holder that you can put stuff in???

[@TheDude_765]

Prefect time as I’m sitting outside of a hotel grilling my self some brats and my iPad on the tailgate! Btw love the van bro!!!

[@CrazyQuady]

Sounds like a great time!

[@lisaengle6678]

The blue va

[@lisaengle6678]

The blue van is beautiful!

[@ricknelson947]

There is a dog house cover and or center console for the Chevy or GMC van that has large deep cup holders instead of the one you have. Should be easy to find a grey one in a junk yard. My 95 had them and I remember putting the extra large drinks in without a problem or worrying about them falling over. Nice to watch your progress.

[@CrazyQuady]

Yeah there are a couple g vans at local junkyards I need to go check out

[@leonardcroft1467]

Hey Mike Thanks for Taking us Van Shopping

[@insanityraging6832]

Get a Jackery or like item, it will allow you run more powerful AC powered fans all night. And many other benefits. A large net meant to keep bugs out over an open car door or window would also help.

[@carrievornkahl6442]

If you put a little cabinet by the smaller door, you could add a flip up table to it to eat off of and to hold your tablet to watch your movies!!

[@CrazyQuady]

Great idea!

[@tlpalmer01]

The van is sweet and u r still so adorable!!!!!

[@GasquatchAdventures]

Put the roof vent on and if ya need a little extra clearance for pulling into the garage for the winter air the tires down.. maybe that will give ya the little extra clearance

[@AlfredoPesina84]

Nice video Mike , love that van. I wish I could get one. You could put the tiny fan in the small window and slide the window close to keep the fan snug tight and keep it in place.

[@CrazyQuady]

Great idea!

[@RearEngineShop]

Stoked for this! I love the van. It’s so rad. The build will be fun to watch for sure.

[@alancall5113]

You definitely need the fire extinguisher when you grill inside of that van Down by the river❤️‍🔥😎👍

[@jayt6524]

Put a fan facing in and a fan facing out. Excellent cross ventilation

[@SWprepardness]

A nice first aid kit at well. You can build your own for your preference

[@lisae-fg9dx]

I’m loving the Van, so cool! ♥️ Just a suggestion, a couch table would be nice in that spot that you’re not blocking the vents. And you could slide your cooler under it if it’s not too long or tall.

[@bjkgaffmaster]

Mike those fans you picked up are REALLY GOOD!! I bought 2 last summer for my truck and boat and they have worked really well and recharge pretty quick for a 10.00 fan. I have a couple USB plugs in different locations that let me charge them up while driving, camping or when out on the water. They do not blow a ton of air but are good enough to at least move air around. You will be happy with them.

[@ghostrider729]

Ok Mike, if u put the fire extinguisher next to your seat, .... when u install swivel it won't work, plus... If u put air shocks on her u can lower it down to fit inside your garage brother!!! Definitely need to tint your windows,but if u wanna get popouts, which I recommend . Wait till you get them installed, tint in south florida is a must!! Trim back your mattress so it's not curling down under your thighs!!! I'm just giving you my opinion!!! U can actually put louvers on your back windows,it pretty cool especially when u get the popouts. I totally enjoy your vlogs man!!! Stay true!!!

[@richardhenry1969]

I would recommend a come-along. It’s the best recovery device ever. Never believe how many vehicles I’ve gotten out of stuff with a come-along. Also used one to put transmissions in trucks in the military. Never used levels like those. We always used a board and a 4x4.

[@lylewollenhaupt7424]

Just curious if you plan on adding drone shots and videos to your camera kit? It would be neat to see aerials of some of your cool spots.

[@kimbowley9036]

Have fun on your next camping trip! I can’t wait!🎉

[@gregsalerno1434]

Brother Mike ,All good things take time .! It will all come together ,Have faith .!✌️

[@jackwarnick1866]

if you had 2 batterys you could put 2 roof fans and get a string of leds lights and put them a round the top off your van.

[@loriecorona8316]

I have two of those fans and I love them. I have two small phone charger blocks and run the fans all night in my tent and use very little power.

[@CrazyQuady]

I'll probably do the same

[@Life_withTiff]

I can’t get a van, so I’m gonna live vicariously through you!! 🤙

[@driven29kh]

I agree. If you put a roof fan up front and back then turn them on in reverse. You will have huge air flow. Ask Chrome! LOL Limo tint those windows too. As well as some LED light strips.

[@LNDIowa]

You should figure out a way to mount a single fishing rod along that vent bulkhead so you always have one along.

[@Tittles1959]

There are some neat cooler style refrigerators with cup ho Dre’s built on top. Can fit right in your middle console. I’m sure you know all the different ones

[@kunfussed213]

The van is coming along just fine. 🚐☺️

[@maryhollins5876]

I'm loving the interior of the van but you gotta stay cool 😎😎😎

[@erika8627]

It's fun shopping with you and not spending my own money! Haha. Did you figure out the cup holder situation for the front yet? I wonder what the best solution will be.

[@CrazyQuady]

I'm going to try to find a period correct wood add on

[@erika8627]

@@CrazyQuady sweet!

[@NelsonsRetreat]

I would get a roof net and put it above your bed in the back for some small stuff like the fans and such, also hang 2 nets on the side in back above your two back windows

[@rerunplaya532]

Gooodwill for tables .. I get them from apartment complex trash bin areas where rich people throw out great stuff❤

[@atcay81]

I seriously love watching this Blue BEAUTY coming to life the CQ way 🤘 💙🐱 Cat OZ

[@snyperlady77]

Maybe take the awning off the truck and put it on the van over the doors? Give you a bit more 'living space' outside the main side doors there and shade to help keep cooler?

[@frankworsley7476]

Just picked up the same levelling blocks for my travel trailer and your going to love them. Came in handy the same day I bought them to level up one side. Ace’s buddy great vid. 😉

[@CrazyQuady]

Great to hear!

[@edsecorr7812]

Keep up the great work love your videos thank you

[@sleepervega71hill28]

To heck with the roof-vent. Put a extension in the roof. Extended camping and maybe shift roof forward to open. And venting...

[@woltertom]

Could you put the front section of the bed on hinges and figure out a way to fold it back for some more living space when not sleeping?

[@j.c.ins.c.362]

The van's looking good. Thanks for the update and videos.

[@CreeSweetSage61]

Have you considered the Lagun swivel table mounted over your cooler? You would have a table , but still have a place for your cooler? Looking good so far. Wish we had slim chickens up here in western wisconsin, looks great. Have a great week!

[@CrazyQuady]

I'll add some type of fold out or swivel out table once I figure out what I'm doing

[@campingvanlife]

I am doing the same thing with my van. Building slowly trying to figure out exactly how I want it. Started a new KZbin channel showing the build.

[@g3everex]

Have you thought about the clear plastic with small teeth where it want move. We use one for our cats litter box. Keeps floor clean and easy to keep clean.

[@montyreeves7302]

That temporary bed is getting mighty cozy. 😂

[@slowblueoval1997]

Man your van is mint. The interior looks like no one ever used it. What a nice find.

[@richroj]

great video Mike, I love watching you fix up the van the way you like it with all the goodies. 💯 that van is in great condition.

[@JohnHeska-zb1vl]

Just an idea. I would love for you to compile a video of something like your top 10 spiciest meals that you have made while camping. The look on your face while eating these concoctions is priceless! Thanks for all the fun.

[@jay_wright]

Watching the van videos, I have SO many ideas, probably not cost effective, but it would look cool, lol

[@lizsanabria5541]

Nice looking van looking forward to some great new videos in this van 👍👍👍

[@Phiz787]

Yeah you probably need a ceiling fan. Then when you pull air out of it from the top those little windows create a breeze for you.