Speedhut Presents: Road Trip Of A Lifetime | 1982 VW Vanagon Westfalia | Interview with Shane Jordan

[@diggy4963]

WOW, 5yrs later I find your channel, amazing van and ideology.

[@yanmarromania8734]

I can't understand why there are people reacting negatively to this video, the van is very well made!

[@johnb.9806]

That axe. LOL. In case the serial killer doesn't bring his own, you left one outside.

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

John B. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@asier8611]

@Nick EPP jajjaajajaja

[@Redbullwiemel]

Having it on the outide is absolutely useless imo, it doesn't take up any space and he might've just shoved it under the seat or in the trunk.

[@tenminutemiler]

@@mysticalmisfit1332 hahahahahah a bit over kill.. I bet that doesn't get used too much

[@terryjp3050]

the axe is cable locked to van. pay attention

[@samvvell]

this was honestly one of the best van builds I've ever seen. so inspiring.

[@jacobedwards4942]

He should put more stuff on the outside, there isn't enough stuff out there.

[@kennethconner90]

true

[@jameshargroder7090]

You do realize that the inside of that small van is only so big for everything He needs dont You SMARTASS?? DON'T BE A TOTAL TOOL!!

[@paulcook68]

He's decorating it like a Christmas tree! Now who's the smart ass?

[@kennethconner90]

he should mount a lifesize jesus on the cross never know when. that'll be needed to clear some brush

[@paulcook68]

@tillallareoneluv LOL

[@akseakayaker]

I’ve owned nine different Westfalia’s in my life. These are all I drive, I love them.

[@remymarco]

I have one in my garage for the last 15 years with a blown engine. Got any suggestions for a cost effective, reliable replacement?

[@akseakayaker]

@@remymarco I would either get a fresh 2.1 maybe a GoWesty or all out with a Subaru 2.5 . I went to a shop that specializes in Subaru swaps and they had a low miles 2.1 water box from a customer wanting the new engine. I get their pull out complete for 700.00 dollars. Great deal and I put it in my van, runs wonderful. Ask one of these shops because the owners don’t want the old engine but it might be clean with lower miles.

[@archangel5627]

This has to be one of the nicest and cleanest looking Westfalia Vanagon’s I’ve ever seen. I’m super impressed that Literally almost every single major component to this Vanagon has been replaced and or modified. I love how you swopped out the original Westfalia refrigerator and added a brand new electric fridge all the while keeping it in it’s original compartment. Most people take the old fridges out and use the the space for storage and then mount a new Mobil refrigerator like a Dometic. I much prefer what you did. All of the mods on this Westfalia are so tastefully done. The reupholstered interior looks fantastic and it definitely makes everything look so comfortable. The only thing I wish you spoke on is the pop top that you replaced with an extended hardtop roof. Do you still have the fold out ceiling bed that the pop tops are known for? You definitely put a lot of time and money into this Vanagon and it shows with all of the beautiful modifications. I would absolutely love to own a vehicle like this! Thank you so much for sharing! Cheers!

[@cazgerald9471]

A hundred years ago or so guys like this would go on adventures to fund themselves, now guys like this fund themselves to go on adventures. As an aging guy it's really cool that these vehicles are...

[@nh7145]

This is the most awesome Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia I have ever seen. I had a blue1981 westfalia aircooled. I bought it in 1997 for 7 grand. It had tons of problems. I since rebuilt the engine and repainted it and sold it for 12grand in 2016

[@myadventureoutdoors]

Best build I've ever seen on a Westy.

[@throe68]

He's ready for anything!

[@lizardywizard]

Threw money at it. Every thing Gowesty sell is how it looks, watching this did make me feel less bad about my high top Perhaps I'm jealous because I can't afford those bits, nor justify spending 700 quid on a rear bumper even before often crazy postage costs and outright lunatic custom fees applied to uk imports from US Still a bit of a lack of imagination to my mind Couldn't help but smile at the shop bought designer logs Did he mention syncro or not?

[@carlosz7208]

lizardywizard ‘82 2WD

[@thylacinefinder6605]

I don't really like the high tops, prefer just the hard top 1981 model with stock engine and a nice exhaust

[@Japhill75]

The money that was dropped on this unit...! Really smartly done and stylish to boot.

[@Noold]

Japhill75 I ways wonder what people that have these do for a living.

[@Zhendoz]

not sure for all, but myself, I work offshore. 2 weeks on 2 off. company pays the flights regardless where in Europe i am. this gives me a chance to travel steady for 10 days a month

[@nicholaszammit8273]

Morgajev Jevgenij oil rig I'm guessing if I may?

[@joshuayoung6448]

now way this dude only paid 4500 for it. rolling shells go for more than that.

[@klubstompers]

@@joshuayoung6448 just found one locally for $4000 and one for $3200, both run.

[@hfranke07]

OMG you drive passt a hotdog stand twice!!!! I could not do that.... LOL. Great video. Thanks. I wish I had the strenght to do what you do.... You should be so proud and happy

[@Avalance0317]

Oh wow, of all the Van life.....this has got to be the "geekiest" of all of them and almost everything was done with purpose and style of such a car lovers and they are done very nicely.

[@clementwilliam9395]

wow what a cutie..nice blue van...can travel the globe my boy..i can live in the van full time forever...easy maintenance...greetings from Malaysia🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾

[@MrJan50]

More important than all of your van modifications, good as they are, is what this vehicle allows you to do. I hope all your adventures in it are memorable. My most valuable possession, apart from my van , are all the photos I've taken of the times and places I've been in it. I believe it's called honouring life.

[@EvansvilleJill]

I've seen hundreds of vanlife tiny homes, but nothing compares and it's a Westfalia! You have quite the mind and eye for detail and design. Enjoy every moment.

[@jordanherrmann9584]

What a fantastic build!! He seriously thought through it all. My wife and I (@joeandmadee) lived in an '82 Westfalia after we got married, built out a Sprinter van, and now we're back to an '85 Westfalia! :) you just can't beat em! Love his build, very inspiring build.

[@rickbaier1042]

My friend visions of my 67 vw split window camper. I am 55 I have owned a multitude of vehicles in my life. That's the one I wish I never sold. You my friend are living the dream.

[@iggypornete3475]

Why is it not a million views. This deserve a million view man

[@rodrigosalgado3559]

Is THE BEST VW ORGANIZED i HAVE EVER SEEN & READY FOR FUN ! G8 job!!

[@Onemillionbucks]

this guys set up is STUPID nice. I am so impressed.

[@adammacejko1194]

...the last statement, best statement!

[@user-os5sd7sz4v]

Seems like he bought lots of shit for his van... 🤔

[@sammy45654565]

@@user-os5sd7sz4v this ^ capitalism allowed him to accumulate wealth and buy/spend money on one very expensive silly trinket. i don't fall for his hippie buddha impression. this van is a monument to ego

[@fedymelliti6550]

20:41 this really gave me a boost of courage and excitement to live my life the way i dreamed about it... thanks for this amazing video ... am in love with the mini van...

[@Gray2012]

Great job Shane, its clear you've put a lot of love into that van. Love the peace flags!

[@wb6162]

Van life works as long as society provides safety and conveniences for you.

[@bretthawton]

You've truly built the Swiss Army knife of vans and this video is extremely beautiful to watch!

[@losingshape]

Swiss Army knife but not

[@tomlepski8306]

Big up to you mate,living your life as you want to. The part about selling off your House to be able to live your dream really moved me. Not many of us in the modern world we are living in would want to get off their comfort zones and venture of into the unknown.

[@JDPhotography7]

This is a great interview and coverage of the van's exterior and interior. I really enjoyed seeing all the exceptional mods and upgrades you have done to the van. Very well thought out. Awesome job! Hope to see you around SD and check out those mods in person.

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Very well organized.

[@waterboxer87]

First class build in quality, design, and functionality.

[@jme-one]

Amen. I wish I could give this 2 thumbs up. Super nice Vanagon. Thank you for sharing.

[@josephineferdinand5417]

Jepone you can,.. like this way👍👍👍..

[@fvelaz]

12 inch sub? by far the best item!

[@AK-ic1yj]

Hands down the best Westfal build I have ever seen. Bravo! I really like this guys philosophy too.

[@Swordie100]

Jesus, that interior is so cool, like the brown!

[@walkerskii]

Jesus probably likes the color of his interior too, but God is sad you used his name in vain. I don't think you want to make God sad Lol!

[@Swordie100]

Thanks for your concern, but that does not really affect me. Have a nice day, though.

[@hennyverheij5969]

Now that's a very nice camper you have man, good luck with it.

[@TheTravelingTogetherJournal]

Great looking van. We just did our first long-term overland trip. Drove to Panama and back over the last 20 months. Maybe we will see you in South America in a couple years.

[@DeepCover66]

Possibly one of the best conversions ive seen for these vans. Love it.

[@carolrudy8673]

Agree what you thought.. go be fun.. I wanna see more video stay safe😘😘

[@haraldschmid7649]

i have no words for your westy! stunning.... regards from germany!

[@ravenm.]

One of the nicest rebuilds I've seen! Enjoy

[@thomassrensen9423]

This is the coolest VW Westfalia I have seen so far!! Really cool what you have done. Everything is so perfectly done 👍 I have seen your video 10 times 😊

[@mtbway4302]

I'm so in love with the color..wow!

[@Kyledillon]

I love the color and shape of this van

[@troykingtattoos5061]

I will own a van done this well soon. Thank you universe!

[@mikehewitt5137]

This is the best van builds I've ever seen in a video. The perfect van life. You are so lucky living there. One of the best van ever generally. Bravo!!!!!

[@Jason-hv4eu]

Nice Vanagon! You definitely spent a small fortune. I’m trying to not be jealous. You put together a great build!

[@mikekijewski7845]

Volkswagens love to breakdown in your driveway. My Eurovan did that 3 times. Never broke down on the road though.

[@stephenboneau9090]

Awesome Westy, bro! I have an '85 Weekender which I've also Subie swapped. I love a lot of the additions you've made! I need to add AC to mine and would also like to add the Speedhut gauges.

[@JensGraikowski]

The Westfalias were very well thought through campers anyway, but your van is an exceptional example! What a beauty! Well done! 👍🏼😉

[@jackhymas3205]

my dude.... i own a '81 vanagon westafalia. took it on a road trip from Boise,Id down to Southern California with the mates. Ran like a champ the entire way... until i was on the home stretch and she broke down in front of the neighborhood hahahahahah. so thankful she didnt shit out somewhere in the middle of goddamn no where in nevada. cheers brotha

[@rtarek32]

feels like a victory though hahaha had the same experience ..

[@aaghano]

Awesome equipements very handy and minimalist!

[@danielsal5442]

Haha! So minimalistic. More gadget and stuff than in a normal apartment

[@markmyroad4521]

Seriously... I've ever seen like this van... Really really awesome

[@geneelliott3230]

My Westy was totaled back in 1980 wish I would have replaced then! Looking for a clean one now to build out and spend my last years traveling.

[@DanTheManIOM]

they are out there...I've found way too many VW's on Craigslist, Facebook, and the Samba... my westy found me and then it was lonely and my 71 found a 85 sunroof...like that guy in Cali said, get one and get working on it, who cares what it looks like ?....

[@painintheback847]

Very nice van ..... envy you a bit.... i will get my chance for a van later ( i hope) .... only things you will regret when you are old will be the things you have not done. The parties you missed, trips you have cancelled and what not........ have fun in your van , greats from Germany

[@NicolasDavidWitomskyNDW]

Really cool rebuilt van! You feel welcomed at once!

[@mariodelaossa4595]

I have optimized every square inch of this van and here we have a giant subwoofer! Love it, nice Van, I'm a "new " Westy owner

[@mariode2773]

super car, very thoughtful and practical ... Greetings from Germany

[@프부리]

i admire german technology from S korea.

[@randyholloway920]

I love how you’re parked in NYC with all that stuff on the outside of the van. Good luck.

[@losingshape]

It's so stressful

[@DukeOfDC]

Safe travels brother! Loved this build and your story.

[@ryang7720]

So badass! Just got my westy and transitioning into van life. Best decision of my life!

[@walkerskii]

The axe comes in handy while you're sleeping, when somebody wants to chop their way into the van to get to you!?! I had a 1971 Westfalia and that is the same exact thing that impressed me the German engineering - everything opened like a Swiss Army knife.

[@shanegjordan]

Funny, people love to point that out, but yet its never happened. Also its locked down as is everything else on the exterior. So while your busy trying to pry it off the side of the van, ive already popped out with my Machete, Pepper Spray, and other defense measures and cut you down.

[@trioultimo]

There goes the anti theft wire.

[@oheyimwesok]

Amazing video man that was hands down the coolest VW build I’ve ever seen.. im sure you are really proud! Thanks for the share!!!

[@jensenhuff3533]

"I wanted to do it as cheaply as possible" $200,000 later ...

[@losingshape]

LOL

[@pietpietersen6070]

😂😂😂

[@femto505]

If you crash your "Vintage" van I am sure the insurance company will give you $1k for it. A lot liability.

[@GrotrianSeiler]

This video, his words, are SO right on. Love it.

[@drgeek100]

love what you said at the end there...lot of wisdom there.

[@Patrick-wb8pp]

Great build! Cheers- Patrick '88 Vanagon GL Tintop 286,000 miles... Thank God for GoWesty, Rocky Mountain, Bus Depot etc :)

[@TheBeemerfan]

Right on man!! Excellent philosophy

[@muhamadqalif]

This nice and clean VW build

[@allison106]

Amazing amount of detail, together with great ideas - thank you!

[@perrysims3320]

I just saw your plates. I have California VGABNDO Had it for many years on many vehicles. First on my '78 E-150 Bubble top Dick Cepek Shasta Conversion van which I drove to Belize on my honeymoon.

[@stewtube1240]

Awesome Van build !! Thank you

[@guscolburn3708]

That thing is a BEAST!

[@VanaConn]

Nice setup .I have to install my speedhut gauges soon as the stock gauges are inaccurate with the Subaru 3.3L and reverse drive Subarugears WRX 5 speed

[@cjarv2k]

I like the layout. Will be putting a few of those ideas into my 81.

[@catherinelarose237]

I'm absolutely in love with your Van. I have been researching Van life for a while now. I do believe this is my future. I want to be able to see more of the country before I get my own house with a mortgage. Including the price of the Van how much did it cost for you to transform it to what it is now? And are you willing to do a build like this for other people?

[@shanegjordan]

Hey Katherine, the cost of that Van was eye watering. I wont share it publicly but it was well north of 60k. The build also took me several years. Feel free to contact me via my blog www.livethevanlife.com and we can discuss a build.

[@mtbmac2692]

Great attitude. And what a great van

[@falksturm1517]

Hey... Nice one. The color is awesome.. Do you know the color-Code? Would be nice!

[@JosH-oo2en]

what a beautiful​ conversion

[@RicardoRoams]

Fantastic rig! And nice review. But I can't help wondering how you keep all that outside mounted gear from being stolen every time you drive through any urban area?

[@ItzzTesta]

Desert Rat because he stores this in his garage. No van that sits outsides always and is constantly lived in is that clean, let alone the stuff on the outside would be atleast faded or look a tiny bit used.

[@kimhorton6109]

Best advice is pay yourself first. Plan an amount you want to put up and pay that first when you get paid. Build a plan for what’s next and live it.

[@invade81]

If you left this parked up at night in my city, that surfboard and all those tools would be gone by morning. In comparison, my buddy lives in a van in the California desert where you might get away with it but she won't add a ladder to her vehicle for the same reason.

[@thomassrensen9423]

This is by far the coolest Westfalia I have ever seen!!! Almost too nice to be used 👌

[@noras.5355]

Awesome X 3!

[@cemyatman]

I LIKED VERY MUCH.......I got many good idea from your video for my vehicle,Thank you......I already added folding bike and kayak also...

[@LUCKY_HORSE_GAMING]

he is living my dream, why i could not reach it jet? i have no base to get it started, no house, no really valuable stuff to sell and i have hardly enough monney to buy food supplys. but one day, i am sure, i will acomplish my dream of van life and see the world outside of the box i am currently trapped in.i failed so manny times, but you need to fail to sucsess

[@basedaudio1]

I can relate man, it's tough but I'm gonna make the dream happen. Good luck to you.

[@kyleerickson6857]

Start with learning how to spell and you’ll be well on your way bud.

[@jackleripper3482]

Lucky DK ) buy clothes from charity shops and sell em online 😉

[@todayfeelz5050]

get a job and save up a few years, even if it sucks ... i have been saving up for the past year and a half and am going to start my adventure next month! finally !!

[@liyahlang4909]

Today Feelz I’m doing the same good luck to u hun 💗

[@g_the_status1474]

Best westfalia build by far

[@ywamdan408]

very much a modded van, cool stuff man, super well done video

[@caseyge6154]

This van is so beautiful.

[@robpower100]

Fab Westie the best I have seen on you tube.

[@Speedhut]

Isn't it rad? We were super excited to see it in person.

[@onenation9510]

Loved your video and your conclusion that memorable experiences are more important than buying trinkets! Your Westy van is the business - so organised!

[@donaldgibson5209]

Curious how much weight your van is carrying now or how much you think you added? I'm always concern putting too much of a load on the transmission, and how it handles on turns and stopping. Love the set up for sure!

[@allenschmitz9644]

Blowing engine's is a way of life for these rich folks.

[@Fudders]

Lovely van! ....and @18:10 ohhh yesss!

[@mathewsotieno1422]

Best van ever

[@jacovanheerden7081]

I am planning a road trip from London to cape town, and now I am getting videos like yours, and start wondering if I want to buy a lot of cars and property’s, start thinking to sell everything and retire.... If I going to enjoy my 3 months road trip, then I maybe going to follow your example.. My first car was my favourite, a beetle

[@andreasdahl717]

That is one great rig! there is a lot of hours in it :D Great vid!! Thanks for sharing. Now ill have do some wrenching on my own VW :D

[@justmusix5272]

Felt so Nostalgic while watching this Video. i Love the concept of your car like a switzer army knife. awesome, i want one too!!

[@tbuchan79]

Great informative video. I am using solar panels for micro cottage ive built and wondering what you used to make the adjustable rack for yours? Thansk

[@kimhorton6109]

I would love having theat dash in my ‘83. Absolutely killer

[@iangrimshaw1]

Nice review and intro if you don't know much about T25 and Westfailures. Be nice to see you using it. We've had our T25/T3 for over a decade now but we couldn't stand being with all those other van owners in one place! Too many people. Everybody's different

[@shanegjordan]

Ian Grimshaw you can see my using it via my Instagram @livethevanlife

[@scottkursch3169]

@@shanegjordan Have you considered starting a KZbin channel ? I'm guessing you obviously have thought about it, but thought I'd ask anyway and maybe learn what your reservations are. I suspect the commentary could be problematic at times. Though it appears the good tends to outweigh the negative..

[@mayinnlin1879]

Awesome and thank you so very much for sharing! I want one too 👍😊

[@XtruhSpecialK]

random guitar chord every minute and a half l ol

[@Speedhut]

We decided a couple guitar chords was less annoying than the constant sound of background music while he went into detail on the Westy. :D

[@orangefan044]

@@Barri_TV to funny, lol

[@Speedhut]

@@Barri_TV Those beautiful Speedhut gauges with the dramatic sounds make us super emotional too! 😂😂😂

[@paulcook68]

@@Barri_TV Hahaha! That's hilarious!

[@978times]

@@Speedhut its like sleep meditation. IMO it doesn't work, its distracting. no music would have been fine.

[@H3Humper]

I totally relate to the feeling of weight being lifted when minimizing. I think it's an awesome feeling in preparing for such a freedom-filled lifestyle. :) I dig your set up!

[@shanegjordan]

Thank you, yeah its a process, a continual one. Sometimes I find myself collecting stuff again, and need to pause and reevaluate.

[@H3Humper]

@@shanegjordan I hear you, for sure. It's a challenge! It's easy for me to start acquiring things, too. Are you living on the road full-time?

[@shanegjordan]

Road-Trip Warriors I am full time, I split my time between my van, my sailboat and backpacking. I don’t see the van as an all or nothing type thing.