Sienna MiniCamperVan - World's Fastest Build!

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Bruce Parks

Bruce Parks

Күн бұрын

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@mopar6873
@mopar6873 3 жыл бұрын
Regardless of what your income is . You would be helping out many viewers as well as the Sienna camper van community by putting out plans/drawings and even kits. I myself would pay for this .
@scotttgoldschmidt
@scotttgoldschmidt 3 жыл бұрын
I second this notion! PLEASE consider doing this. Specifically the cabinets in the back :)
@susanpremo8068
@susanpremo8068 3 жыл бұрын
@@scotttgoldschmidt they're cool, aren't they? Very skilled man.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
I'd love to offer plans. If I can make it happen, I'll announce it on my channel. No promises, though, but thanks for the interest!
@raytan8086
@raytan8086 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, please share the plans 🙏
@chezraul64
@chezraul64 3 жыл бұрын
Would like to buy it also!!!
@muumarlin1731
@muumarlin1731 3 жыл бұрын
Oh, man - I'm in love with this build. As they say, "Take My Money!" Templates, plans, anything would be a huge gift to us all.
@mpz375
@mpz375 Жыл бұрын
I’m a carpenter and I travel for work, currently have the back seat of my Tacoma set up with a very simple build and I just want you to know that after years and years of watching car camping builds on KZbin this is by far the most respectable I’ve ever seen. You absolutely killed it 🎉🍻👍
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
Your comment made my day. It's really nice to hear from someone who works with wood and has a sense for what's involved in making things like this. Thank you, much appreciated.
@judyhardesty5070
@judyhardesty5070 10 ай бұрын
I would love to have my smaller back seat left up with a bed like this on the other side. Seats out in the middle/back larger left.
@ronb6182
@ronb6182 6 ай бұрын
There is an issue no one wants to address is the airbags and the tracks in the floor. My 2004 sienna did not have. When you take out the seats the tracks come out with it. If I remember right you can leave the seats in the fold down position and could make a bed on top. My idea was to leave the rear seats and use them as part of the bed and put a galley in the rear and use the well for refrigerator and power unit, battery etc. T😢he 2004 got the best mpgs out of all the mini van years with a 6 cylinder. I don't want a 4 kicker in my van. 73
@gordsturm9731
@gordsturm9731 3 жыл бұрын
What vision in design. People like you will help others live out their traveling dreams. Thanks for sharing...
@corbeilyves5489
@corbeilyves5489 3 жыл бұрын
I agree with other viewers, you should seriously think about selling, do it your self plan so people who dont necessarily have your knowledge and talent can try do replicate what you did and enjoy the freedom of being free to travel for cheap. Bruce, thank you for all the video and enjoy your retreat, you have a nice plan for it.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting. It would take quite a bit of effort and time to develop plans. I always think about it but higher priorities prevail, at least for now.
@Mary-tj5qx
@Mary-tj5qx 3 жыл бұрын
I’d buy it. This is exactly what I’m looking for.
@NoRegrets.
@NoRegrets. 3 жыл бұрын
I would buy plans or kit
@BoltRM
@BoltRM Жыл бұрын
💪 Thanks! Love how the solar panel is practically invisible on top blending in with the railings.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
👍🏼No need to call attention to the van, after all.
@LoraPetrie-og6gd
@LoraPetrie-og6gd 2 ай бұрын
😊Thank you for your video on assembling your camper components into your van. It was efficiently done and fun to watch. I hope to make my odyssey in my Odyssey in the spring of ‘26 when I retire, so I believe that leaves me ample time to outfit it and take many local trips.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! I hope you enjoy the building process next year in your Odyssey. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
@peterlansdale1793
@peterlansdale1793 3 жыл бұрын
This is so awesome I'm geeking out HARD. Building my sienna out atm.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Love your comment! Good luck with your build.
@stevenlake6293
@stevenlake6293 2 жыл бұрын
Favorite way to watch this video...Set playback speed to 0.25. Quick taps on Space bar to quickly start/stop playback. Beautiful hi-res snippets of your modular systems and your attention to detail. Can't catch every nuance in detail, but gives a little more in-site to your planning, design and build techniques. I catch myself grinning throughout the video when I see how elegantly you come up with solutions to connection issues, your thought processes and carpentry skills that go into seeing your concepts become reality. Thanks again Bruce. Very inspirational on many different levels.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, such a beautiful comment. Thank you for sharing your moments of absorption and clarity. You made my day!
@moreclips805
@moreclips805 Жыл бұрын
I've seen thousands of these videos. This is a nice mix of a "no build" camper, with the traditional permanent build style. Makes me reconsider my upcoming build. Thanks for sharing.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
I've considered my build as a fully reversible camper design (i.e. I can remove it and leave no trace). I like the way you put it. Thanks for the comment.
@necils
@necils 3 ай бұрын
Bruce I've seen all of your Sienna videos over and over again while trying to find inspiration to upgrade my own van. I've finally decided to commit to fully building out my sienna that 've had since 2017. I've seen so many sienna builds out there but nothing that comes close to the space efficiency you have but most importantly to the cost and DIY feasibility wich is key to accesibility. I noticed you just posted a video 2 days ago wich made me really happy to know you are well and enjoying your travels. I am in the architectural profession and would be more than happy to document your build and help you make plans to provide to the community you have inspired through your videos. I know a few have inquired and not sure if there is any of this in the works. I know it will take time and effort to get these plans done but it is totally possible if you are open to it. Blessings and may you continue to inspire everywhere you go!!!!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 ай бұрын
Hi, sorry for the delayed response. Your offer is quite interesting though I suspect it would take quite a bit more work than it seems at first. Please contact me via the email in my profile and we can discuss further.
@anusornvivathanachai434
@anusornvivathanachai434 3 жыл бұрын
Bruce, thank you very much for your videos. I watched them over and over until I gained enough confidence to start the project which I finished two months ago. We went camping in Death Valley last month, everything worked great! We are so lucky to have someone like you! Noi
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to have helped! I'd love to see your build. Did you enjoy Death Valley? Hopefully it wasn't too hot.
@MicheleODonnell-
@MicheleODonnell- Жыл бұрын
I have watched 100’s of Sienna Camper builds and I wish I could somehow get this built in my Sienna. It’s so frustrating because I have no tools or knowledge to do anything like this. So frustrating! Anyway, you made an absolutely amazing build..👍 the best by far. Thank you for sharing 🤗
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome, Michele. Your comment made my day! Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment. I'm happy to share ideas with the camper community.
@MicheleODonnell-
@MicheleODonnell- Жыл бұрын
@@BruceParks I noticed this video is from over a year ago? I was reading in the comments that you were asked about making plans of your builds to sell? Have you decided? 🤞I would buy the plans and hire someone to build it. Thanks
@stevengatewood2725
@stevengatewood2725 3 жыл бұрын
Bruce is a very smart guy. Love the build.
@antoinettejwilliams1496
@antoinettejwilliams1496 3 жыл бұрын
WOW, Thanks a lot, I love it so encouraging 😀
@bigfoot8085
@bigfoot8085 2 жыл бұрын
Best removable builds that I have seen so far.
@stephenkeedy7288
@stephenkeedy7288 3 жыл бұрын
What a great design. Thanks for all the good ideas. I liked that you stayed true to your credo of "No Holes Drilled in Van"
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated!
@bicyclerider8218
@bicyclerider8218 2 жыл бұрын
You're quite the craftsman, thanks for sharing you awesome conversion.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I'm glad you liked it, and thanks for commenting.
@meadowshine
@meadowshine 3 жыл бұрын
As you know, I agree, Plans Please!!! my van is waiting... thank you, Kristen
@LorenHenriksen
@LorenHenriksen 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Bruce . Your videos are becoming more refined, Fancy! Lol. Thanks from Canada
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the nice comment. Fancy, indeed!
@a.w.thompson4001
@a.w.thompson4001 3 жыл бұрын
Great to see this! Lots to study re. your techniques. Congratulations on resuming travel. Have a wonderful time!!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@russ_vee_jr4199
@russ_vee_jr4199 Жыл бұрын
This is a great concept. I'll have to put some thought into possibly implementing it in my upcoming build.
@wandarogers5769
@wandarogers5769 9 ай бұрын
i know I'm late to the party but this is the most fantastic build that i have ever seen! Amazing!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the nice comment, always appreciated!
@jingm6749
@jingm6749 2 жыл бұрын
I will study this seriously. Thank you
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome
@molliedoodleable
@molliedoodleable 3 жыл бұрын
Now I can follow your build and tricks Bruce. Thank you so much for sharing
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome
@henrytowne7463
@henrytowne7463 2 жыл бұрын
ooooh, that looks like a dl650 there... and another bike in the shadows! Thank you for the ROM show of your components and their assembly. I will not work with the fixed bed as I prefer the Zerograv for flexibility. I will resort to a high open shelf with elastic side bands on the passenger side as I like the full look at the upcoming vehicles passing on my right. I'm using a cut-down garage shelf system for my privative kitchen to date; no plumbing yet! -working- Thanks!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
Actually an R1200GS, plus a dozen bicycles (most are hanging from the ceiling). Good eye, Henry.
@robinburkey2466
@robinburkey2466 Жыл бұрын
WOW extremely well thought out! Thankyou for sharing.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
Hi Robin, glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate you for spending the time to leave a nice comment.
@fleabiker5877
@fleabiker5877 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing! I would definitely buy a set of plans. Thank you for sharing :-)
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
I'd love to offer plans. If I can make it happen, I'll announce it on my channel. No promises, though, but thanks for the interest!
@TrangNguyen-ek6jv
@TrangNguyen-ek6jv 2 жыл бұрын
@@BruceParks good morning, I am interested to buy one too. May I ask is it work for Honda Odyssey 2011?
@mixflip
@mixflip 2 жыл бұрын
I have an awd sienna 2013. I'd love to do this to mine.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
👍 That’s why I’m sharing ideas, to help others get going
@JCinLapel
@JCinLapel 2 жыл бұрын
I had never seen a van that size using uppers like that very interesting
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
We've found it makes a big difference in keeping things organized in such a small van and it seemed like underutilized space. Thanks for commenting!
@ejohnsizzle
@ejohnsizzle Жыл бұрын
You are a regular renaissance man. Would love to meet you and check out your van someday!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
We've met many interesting people during our roadtrips. Perhaps we can meet you on an upcoming one. Where are you? We're planning to drive to Tucson via eastern seaboard and southern border in mid-October, and returning to NY through the middle of the country in November. Let me know! Thanks for the kind comment.
@Scoutfbk
@Scoutfbk 3 жыл бұрын
Wow. This is so amazing! Thanks for providing all this info and encouragement for us! A man of many talents!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome. Thanks for the nice comment!
@MathewTip
@MathewTip 2 жыл бұрын
You are such a clever clever man .. 👍🏻
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the nice comment. I appreciate it!
@jeeping32810
@jeeping32810 3 жыл бұрын
I am hoping to eventually develop something similar... in a very modular format... like yours. But maybe 1 solid piece that can be placed in the van, bolted down, and done... You are an inspiration... great work.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to write a comment, I appreciate it! The design process can take a while because there are so many options. Even after you build something and use it, don't be surprised if you discover issues, changes, upgrades that you want. That's how it's been for our build. Enjoy the journey.
@masamune0099
@masamune0099 2 жыл бұрын
Very inventive. I have never been seen before.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@BeerinBeautifulPlaces
@BeerinBeautifulPlaces 2 жыл бұрын
This is awesome! I have the same van but with a permanent build for full-time living!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Good choice! Siennas are awesome.
@duathlete827
@duathlete827 2 жыл бұрын
If that's your design, you're one smart fella!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Yup, my very own. Thanks for the kind words!
@ComradeQuestion42069
@ComradeQuestion42069 7 ай бұрын
That looks like a really great build! You could sell that as a kit.
@ComradeQuestion42069
@ComradeQuestion42069 7 ай бұрын
What do you put over the other set of rails from the 2nd row of seats.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 7 ай бұрын
I leave the seat "trolleys" in place. When the bed platform is fully in place, the trolleys are underneath it and out of the way. I plan to built covers out of thin plywood someday but it really hasn't been a priority. If this was a full-time camper, I'd remove the trolleys but I occasionally remove the camper components and put the seats back in.
@maggierivera5510
@maggierivera5510 3 жыл бұрын
Your a genius, I would totally buy your kit.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
So noted. This build is too complicated to be made available in kit form but if I sell this build and build another, it will be simpler to make into a kit.
@haley5501
@haley5501 7 ай бұрын
OMG! This is sooo impressive
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 7 ай бұрын
Thank you! Your comment made my day!
@Ironman3521
@Ironman3521 2 жыл бұрын
This is the coolest van conversion I have seen for a minivan. It would be awesome if you put out a build manual for mini vans that would bee awesome.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea, Shawn. It would be a bit of work. No promises, but I'll give it some thought.
@carbonjimfitzgerald
@carbonjimfitzgerald 3 жыл бұрын
Bruce, thanks for the videos. I used some of your ideas and another KZbinr's ideas and my van is finished. The overhead cubbies are perfect for the packing cubes and my bed folds up into a seat. All of my camera gear fits in the area where the third row seats were installed. I'm a woodworker and I just needed to "see" what you did and I was able to figure it out. Not as refined as yours but it is sweet! Thanks again.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to have helped with ideas. Would love to see yours.
@cassandrazyss7701
@cassandrazyss7701 3 жыл бұрын
Impressive!
@autumndawn5531
@autumndawn5531 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for sharing new angles of your incredible van setup Bruce! Your foresight in the use of various different fasteners intrigues me as I prepare for my own van--build later this month. I think it is an often overlooked or misunderstood part of most van-builds despite its importance in the sustainability and mobility of the various units over the long run. Any chance you can explain your choice of fasteners (including t-nuts, inserts, bolts, screws, washers, etc.) to the fastener-newbies like me? Why and where you chose to use each type? , etc. Safe travels! Thanks Bruce
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Fastener talk: I basically used t-nuts where they weren’t going to be very visible and threaded inserts otherwise. My order of preference for screw head drive is torx, allen, square. I hate phillips head and have eliminated slotted head hardware altogether. I use construction screws in parts that are rarely taken apart. Plenty more to say on the topic but I’ll leave it there for now unless you have any specific questions.
@pebbles6231
@pebbles6231 Жыл бұрын
I was excited! I thought he was selling these boxes for us Sienna owners. I was ready to buy. 😅
@blessed37
@blessed37 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, take my money. I don't even have a van but this was amazing.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. Your comment made my day!
@paulnipp323
@paulnipp323 3 жыл бұрын
Would you ever think about creating and selling templates of your build? I love it, but I'm not as good at figuring out this kind of stuff from scratch as I would like to be and I don't know a single person who could help. I know there's a lot of people in the same position. Selling a good template could make this much more doable for a lot of people. Thanks for making the videos.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
I'd love to offer templates and plans. If I can make it happen, I'll announce it on my channel. No promises, though, but thanks for the interest!
@MellowNomadicAdventures
@MellowNomadicAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Nice job Bruce! This is exactly what I want to aim for on my next build! Excited for the next videos, your uprights were a huge inspiration for my own design. Safe travels! -Marshall 😊
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to have helped!
@tonoy1956
@tonoy1956 2 жыл бұрын
Great! You and your build out is amazing ❤❤❤
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I love your comment!
@susanstrickland6774
@susanstrickland6774 2 жыл бұрын
Really nice job. Like how you store it when not in use. 😊👍
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, glad you liked it! ☺️
@odiesclips7621
@odiesclips7621 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool setup!!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@greggorystevens2637
@greggorystevens2637 2 жыл бұрын
I love it. You’re awesome.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Well thank you sir! Glad you liked it!
@gimmeagig
@gimmeagig 2 жыл бұрын
you are the Stradivarius of the van converters, LOL.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Ha, your comment is Magnifico! Thanks!
@paulwilliams-akanunavuttai6789
@paulwilliams-akanunavuttai6789 2 жыл бұрын
I'm with all the rest, if the plans can be done, I'd part with the cash, yessindeedy!!
@susanpremo8068
@susanpremo8068 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Have a great trip. My brother is in Prescott. May have to go there someday. 🤔
@GeoffreyMays
@GeoffreyMays 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing, very practical build in a box! Plans & dimensions would be super helpful. I just bought a Sienna.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for taking the time to comment!
@jmb989
@jmb989 3 жыл бұрын
Great inspiration and editing Bruce -- really appreciate your content as it has helped develop my own setup. Should your travels ever take you through Denver area -- first beer on me.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds good. I'm actually heading to Arizona via A-Basin. Might be able to make time for a beer :-)
@sannyd
@sannyd 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@NoRegrets.
@NoRegrets. 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing what a talent. I hope you do consider publishing a template to build for sale. Your design is magnificent. With your blueprints we could do minimal or the max depending on skill and money. I am good with tools but not so much figuring out dimensions. Give me a general guide to follow and i can usually figure it out.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! If I can make templates or plans available, I'll let you know. Thanks for the interest.
@lancejasper7708
@lancejasper7708 3 жыл бұрын
Very cool yep
@TheJosesantiago123
@TheJosesantiago123 Жыл бұрын
Just wow.
@edmiranda6528
@edmiranda6528 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for sharing Bruce. I will soon start to work on our Sienna 2013 LE. I wonder if I can request for the bed dimension, techniques and type of bolt and nuts used. Hope to hear from you soon. Thanks Ed
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ed, I’m on the road with the van right now. Where are you located? If you’re on my flight path between Denver and Rochester, NY maybe I can swing by for measurements. Otherwise, a start might be looking at this video for some of the info you’ve requested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4O0hXykaZ52a9k
@kaiatopolaris3414
@kaiatopolaris3414 2 жыл бұрын
Currently building a camper in a SUV and this is a lifesaver. Thank you for the video!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome! Have fun with your build. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
@jwall62
@jwall62 8 ай бұрын
Genius
@JVIEWmounts
@JVIEWmounts 3 жыл бұрын
I think you may have missed a bolt🤔 No, never mind, I watched a second time. You got them all. lol
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Last year, I actually had three mystery screws left over lol
@nvr6859
@nvr6859 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, nice job!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@YourHomeTorontoRealEstate
@YourHomeTorontoRealEstate 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your nice Videos, it is very enlightening, Waiting for your latest update. this is really my Favourite Channel! Bruce Mackey Park
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
High Bruce, you’re my favorite fan! I’ve got some more videos in mind for the coming months, just need to devote time to working in the shop. Stay tuned.
@SpiralBJJ
@SpiralBJJ 6 ай бұрын
If you built this to be a one person set up with half the bed space, what would you consider adding or changing around? Do you think you could further expand one of the side cabinets to the cup holders for more storage? Seriously man, I’ve been nerding out over camper vans for like 10 years and this is the best minivan build I’ve ever seen. Your set up is more well thought out than a lot of professional van building companies.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 6 ай бұрын
Oh man, your question about a one person build opens so many possibilities. My build was focused on maximizing sleeping space for two people and many compromises were made to limit impacts on that goal. If I were to design for one person, I'd probably make the driver-side cabinetry full height and much deeper, and eliminate the passenger-side upper cabinet. But so much depends on your specific objectives, like full-time vs occasional use, stealth or not, permanent or removable, water and waste needs, etc. If I were doing a one person build, I'd have to reboot my brain and think about it for a while. Great question!
@debbieschumacher1083
@debbieschumacher1083 3 жыл бұрын
If you come to the Phoenix area on your trip I would love to meet up and see your build in person.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
I might be able to make that happen (I'll be in Scottsdale later this month). Maybe a group meetup as I know there's at least one other person here that has made that request too. Send me your contact info (my email is viewable from a PC on my About page)
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
@Debbie Schumacher Please email me (see my about page) if you want to attend a meetup this weekend in Scottsdale. Probably a morning meetup.
@thomwolf123
@thomwolf123 7 ай бұрын
Amazing
@milomilano7679
@milomilano7679 2 жыл бұрын
Wow
@jerrylenhart5717
@jerrylenhart5717 3 жыл бұрын
Let me know when you get here in Arizona I’d love to say hi in person!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds good. I'll be in Scottsdale later in April. I'm thinking of a meetup with you and at least one other person who would like to see the build. I'll be in touch.
@jerrylenhart5717
@jerrylenhart5717 3 жыл бұрын
@@BruceParks I live in Scottsdale.
@jasonflt
@jasonflt 3 жыл бұрын
i wish there was a kit for dodge caravan's would be awesome!
@GiselleTrujillo
@GiselleTrujillo 2 жыл бұрын
This is absolutely geniussssss! can you please help me with my build?????? Stunning build!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
I wish I could help but all I can offer are the ideas and inspiration through my videos. Thanks for writing, I appreciate it!
@tnguyen1421
@tnguyen1421 2 жыл бұрын
wow
@sydnieleehoughton3935
@sydnieleehoughton3935 7 ай бұрын
Thanks Bruce! Question: I’ve got rain deflectors over side windows. Do you have and suggestions for screening them?😅
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 7 ай бұрын
There's several ways to go. In the beginning, I just used a piece of insect screen from Home Depot and secured it around the window (with the deflectors in place) with strong magnets. Cheap and quick. But then I made some internal screens that are always in place and it made my life a lot easier - here's my vid kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpKzoqt9qs6ZpqM. Another approach is window socks and people seem to like them.
@wellnessotr
@wellnessotr Жыл бұрын
I wish I could figure out how to make some cubbies for storage in my back windows.
@brucehardy1640
@brucehardy1640 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love you hose clamp trick. Do you ever have any issues with them loosening up?
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
Nope. I’m using ten total (four on the solar panel, four on the bed frame, and two on the vanity cabinet) and after 40K miles of mostly cross country road trips, I’ve never found them to have loosened. Thanks for asking!
@MissAllyson707
@MissAllyson707 2 жыл бұрын
Note for the viewers, you can change your Playback Speed to .25, in the upper right corner of your video, to get a better view of the installation. Just know that Bruce is going to sound like a drunk guy, lol. 😂🤣😂
@afshirinzadeh5682
@afshirinzadeh5682 3 жыл бұрын
We need to get the plans.
@winniewinnie4927
@winniewinnie4927 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Bruce, you are clever and talented. I am a 65 year old woman who will be living in her van for months at a time. I realize the commitment of time you have under your belt with your build. I was wondering if there were a way I could get a material list for the bed frame along with some instructions. I would be more than happy to pay for your time. Would that be possible? I won't be leaving my home until March. Thank you in advance
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
I think of my design as much more complicated than necessary for most people. From what I've read and seen, a lot of people aren't interested or able to build the upper cabinets, vanity sink cabinet, stowable bed sections, or even a full width bed (many are solo travelers) and are more focused on having a practical sleeping platform suited to their specific needs. I haven't gotten around to developing plans for what I've built, mainly because it's pretty complex. Certainly, if I had something to offer, I would love to. But if you are looking for just a bed frame, there are so many other ideas out there that would be easier and cheaper to build than what I've done. Sorry if this is disappointing but I'm trying to be honest and upfront about it.
@corbeilyves5489
@corbeilyves5489 3 жыл бұрын
For people interested, last year i purchased a kit from freeway camper kit for my Sienna 2012. If you search on the net with the name i give you you will find is link. The guys build different kits for different vehicule and it's really not expensive a specially for you in the States with the dollar exchange at 25% or so. Everything is N/C machining in Russian Birch Plywood and it is perfect and removable when you dont need it at the end of the season. Freeway Camper Kit. No, i dont make any money out of this, he will, if you decide to buy and from what i know, he sold alot of kits to US customer already the past 2 years.
@corbeilyves5489
@corbeilyves5489 3 жыл бұрын
If i can suggest, you buy the basic kit, no fridge, no power supply, no cushion just the framing and you completed it your self with product of your choice and for a complete solar system you will probably be able to find someone near your location who can built it and install it for you, but a complete solar system is expensive. Me, i purchase the Nomad kit and purchase the Jackery 500 power system that give me 48 hours of power for my fridge and i also bought a folding solar system of 120 watts that give me the opportunity to recharge on the road for free. For ventilation a little USB ventilator will do the job and for some fresh air from outside, nylon screening cut to the size of your windows hold by some magnet on the body then you crack the window. You can continue like this with your imagination. But before doing expensive thing, use it for camping and ideas will come, you will save on error for thing that you dont really need. Enjoy, a specially with that stupid virus.
@mysticalmisfit1332
@mysticalmisfit1332 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! 👌🏽😊
@theresalorusso8806
@theresalorusso8806 3 жыл бұрын
Following for plans or a.kit
@tybrady4598
@tybrady4598 8 ай бұрын
Beautiful build! Unfortunately the side shelves shouldn’t be done on the newer Sienna’s because there’s a side airbag that comes out of the ceiling and runs the full length of both sides.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 8 ай бұрын
I appreciate your comment but II'm not sure what your concern is - the side air curtains can still deploy. In the 3rd row, the upper cabinets are backless so the air curtains can push the contents (clothing mostly) out. In the 2nd row, the ventilation plenum along the top of the driver's side window is made of very thin plywood so it can easily break free; the passenger side window is unobstructed. In the first row, the curtains are free to deploy. Overall, there are only a few spots of rigid obstruction but I reasoned this isn't much different than if one had loaded up the inside of the van with stuff (boxes, furniture, etc) that could partially obstruct the curtains.
@tybrady4598
@tybrady4598 8 ай бұрын
@@BruceParks My concern is that airbags deploy at 200 mph with force, it could send items on the shelf and the shelf flying where those items could hit a passenger and injure them. Love your build though, I just wouldn’t recommend it for the newer Sienna minivans with side airbags that run the length of the van.
@sydneysmead6058
@sydneysmead6058 3 жыл бұрын
This is the best build I have seen! I just bought a Sienna with the goal of cross country road trips. How much does your set up weigh?
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
That's how we use our Sienna, mostly, for cross country road trips. The net additional weight is 216 lbs. I weighed everything I put in (426 lbs, including a full water tank, 50 lbs, and the AGM battery, 68 lbs) and subtracted the seat weight I removed (210 lbs). It’s like adding one person and some bags of groceries.
@tennnis498
@tennnis498 2 жыл бұрын
I’m a bit hesitant to get a Sienna. I have the most trust in the Sienna, but I’m thinking of a Dodge Ram C/V. I just feel like the headroom will be less constrained. I suppose the Ford Transit 250 with the high-top is one of the taller ones, along with the Sprinter. Does anyone know if I’ll gain by getting a cargo van for headspace, over the minivans?
@SuperDanhvo
@SuperDanhvo 3 жыл бұрын
Finally
@Kim-cq2om
@Kim-cq2om 9 ай бұрын
Fantastiskt 👍🙏😊❤💚🌞🇸🇪
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 9 ай бұрын
Thanks, I always appreciate comments like yours
@1express46
@1express46 2 жыл бұрын
I would like to see Sienna with V6 twin turbo hybrid & plug in. CAMPER”
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@fredjames7680
@fredjames7680 2 жыл бұрын
That's a really slick conversion. I was hoping you didn't waste so much space and had a dresser in there. I recently did a conversion on mine was a dresser a refrigerator and freezer and a couple of hundred watt solar panels on the roof mppt charge controller. I was thinking if I got rid of the side panel on the left there's a lot of space to be gained there. Unfortunately I have to keep all my windows open according to the rules to be used as a pilot escort vehicle
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Fred, thanks for commenting. I'm curious, what's a pilot escort vehicle?
@fredjames7680
@fredjames7680 2 жыл бұрын
@@BruceParks it's a vehicle used for escorting oversized loads. Things that are tall, wide, long or heavy. Exceeding the normal Transportation specifications of 13 ft 6 in height, 8 ft 6 in wide, 70 ft long with a gross weight of 80,000 lb
@RobertVinet
@RobertVinet 3 жыл бұрын
Long time follower. You have incorporated some ingenious ideas. I'd love to know how much it all weighs and how long it takes you to put it in?
@karenclausen6724
@karenclausen6724 3 жыл бұрын
Less weight is ideal. I'd pay for a set of blueprints or plans with quantities and measurements.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
The net additional weight is 216 lbs. I weighed everything I put in (426 lbs) and subtracted the seat weight I removed (210 lbs). It’s like adding one adult and a few bags of groceries.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
@Robert Vinet It usually takes ~3 hours to reinstall the components.
@beemrdon52
@beemrdon52 11 ай бұрын
Ok, I'm going to add my 2¢. I own a sienna, Gen 2 that I want to do the conversion to. Since I don't have any place to do carpentry, I would love a kit.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 11 ай бұрын
I'd love to offer a kit but a realistic kit version would (and should) be simpler than what I built the first time around. As a retired engineer, I can say it takes a bit of time to simplify a design for production after the first prototype is built and debugged. So, for now, it'll have to sit on the maybe-someday shelf. Thanks for the question, much appreciated!
@SojuGoFirst
@SojuGoFirst Жыл бұрын
Hello, do you have a more in depth video on how you build the arch?
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
Hi, good question. I don't have a video on the actual method of construction of the arch (I'm assuming you are referring to the header with all of the hooks behind the front seats). I've tried to describe the process when answering others in the comments section. It's pretty straightforward - I spent some time first making a template out of cardboard. I just kept cutting away cardboard until it matched the contour of the ceiling. Then I traced the shape onto plywood and cut it out using a jigsaw. Then just some sanding and finishing with a couple of coats of polyurethane. The main thing was taking time and not rushing the template. Hope this helps.
@danwhiteman2529
@danwhiteman2529 3 ай бұрын
Bruce, if you sold build plans. I would definitely buy them.
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 ай бұрын
Thanks, Dan, good to know. If plans become available, I'll announce it on my channel.
@luckymanchicago5599
@luckymanchicago5599 3 жыл бұрын
You should build a 2nd set and rent it out with weekly rates. 😉
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea!
@a.w.thompson4001
@a.w.thompson4001 3 жыл бұрын
Outdoorsy is worth checking out due to insurance, etc.
@Ten-ol7nc
@Ten-ol7nc 3 жыл бұрын
In which aisle & bins I can find those parts in IKEA? Thanks 🤪
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Haha 😁
@nothingreal8843
@nothingreal8843 3 жыл бұрын
Nice!!!
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Daviid-2009
@Daviid-2009 4 ай бұрын
1:00 what are those strap things called, the thin bracket things you loop around the wood and screw clamp tight?
@BruceParks
@BruceParks 4 ай бұрын
Hose Clamps
@shannonmurphy9790
@shannonmurphy9790 Жыл бұрын
Just curious, I have airbags in the rear of my car. Did you have any warning lights go off or issues when you removed your rear seats?
@BruceParks
@BruceParks Жыл бұрын
No issues in mine, but mine is a gen3 (2011-2020) and the 2nd row seats don’t have air bags and are easily removed. Gen4 (2021+) have the bolted in, airbag equipped seats. If that’s what you have, there is a simple hack to trick the system into thinking the seats are still there. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXe2c4eOa6uSqdk
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