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

[@wb6162]

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

[@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

[@samvvell]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@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🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾

[@Gray2012]

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

[@Onemillionbucks]

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

[@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!!

[@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.

[@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 💗

[@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 ..

[@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.

[@mikekijewski7845]

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

[@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

[@fvelaz]

12 inch sub? by far the best item!

[@waterboxer87]

First class build in quality, design, and functionality.

[@JensGraikowski]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@AK-ic1yj]

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

[@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.

[@thomasbrustad5596]

Had a 1971 tin can back in 1981 (I was single) and loved it. Took out the back seats, made a storage cabinet for my tools. Bought a piece of 3" foam for a bed. My sister made curtains for the back windows (we didn't have window tint) and one for behind the front seats. Went all over the place. If I had to much of a good thing, clawed in the back and went to sleep. It was great!! When it was time to drop the engine, I could do it in 20 min. Could go just about anywhere. Enjoy the experience and the ride. Good luck. Oh one last thing, the thing about the fires is that the one fuel line that went into the carburetor over time would work it's way out. I know this due to mine doing just that on the I 85 in NC. No fire, put a small flare on the end of the fuel line, taped it in with a hammer and away we went!! Stay safe.

[@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.

[@Patrick-wb8pp]

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

[@ravenm.]

One of the nicest rebuilds I've seen! Enjoy

[@markmyroad4521]

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

[@carolrudy8673]

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

[@DeepCover66]

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

[@NicolasDavidWitomskyNDW]

Really cool rebuilt van! You feel welcomed at once!

[@rustybearden1800]

the only thing missing was SYNCRO. I have loved these Vanagon Westfalia Campers since I first saw a brand new one in 1980, sitting on the showroom floor of my local VW dealership. I would come in and drool over them, fascinated with their Swiss Army Knife styled engineering and practicality. They were eye wateringly expensive and later, when the very cool and highly desirable Syncro versions came out, even more so. But I've always fantasized about tricking one out to the max. Go Westy is a favorite site to see very cool examples. Very nice build.

[@troykingtattoos5061]

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

[@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...

[@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.

[@Kyledillon]

I love the color and shape of this van

[@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]

@@GallivantA to funny, lol

[@Speedhut]

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

[@paulcook68]

@@GallivantA Hahaha! That's hilarious!

[@978times]

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

[@hennyverheij5969]

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

[@mtbway4302]

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

[@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!!!!!

[@akshaykhandalkar1807]

The simple white mountain sticker looks classy on that blue van

[@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 ?....

[@Jason-hv4eu]

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

[@aaghano]

Awesome equipements very handy and minimalist!

[@danielsal5442]

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

[@muhamadqalif]

This nice and clean VW build

[@DukeOfDC]

Safe travels brother! Loved this build and your story.

[@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

[@stewtube1240]

Awesome Van build !! Thank you

[@pablomoreira851]

i love your thinking life is one time u enjoy what u see what u love to do you wont regret it

[@mariode2773]

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

[@프부리]

i admire german technology from S korea.

[@JosH-oo2en]

what a beautiful​ conversion

[@allison106]

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

[@caseyge6154]

This van is so beautiful.

[@drgeek100]

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

[@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 😊

[@bossHogOG]

“Everything has got to be small... except my goofy subwoofer.”

[@drewa3597]

NGL, the mountain decal is the best lol also having stuff attached to the side of the van is a good idea, saves space!

[@TheBeemerfan]

Right on man!! Excellent philosophy

[@GrotrianSeiler]

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

[@noras.5355]

Awesome X 3!

[@kimhorton6109]

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

[@richardhudak685]

NICE BUT I STILL LIKE MY OLD 1970 VW BUS N I LIVED N IT FOR 3 YEARS LOTS OF MEMORIES

[@paulcook68]

I had one back in the day also, should of kept it. But who knew? Now if you can find one, big bucks.

[@g_the_status1474]

Best westfalia build by far

[@MARKLINMAN1]

Man whoever did your build did and INCREDIBLE job. WOW! Any info as to who and where it was done? I would love to live this life in another 5 years. BEAUTIFUL Westy.

[@shanegjordan]

MARKLINMAN1 thanks, minus some of the specialty work, paint, fabrication, etc, I did most of it myself.

[@ryang7720]

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

[@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.

[@billmaulding4042]

Unbelievably cool van

[@ywamdan408]

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

[@BushRat253]

That thing is freaking CLEAN. The amount of money put into that thing is astronomical. Unfortunately there’s a massive price tag that comes with any VW camper because they’re very in style.

[@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.

[@guscolburn3708]

That thing is a BEAST!

[@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.

[@haraldschmid7649]

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

[@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..

[@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

[@aruniochoa5944]

Cool rig. Definitely well-thought-out. I really like the VW bus configuration (back engined) Too bad they don't make them anymore. The lights are awesome. Why don't you do this for a living, setting up rigs like this? People will pay for cool stuff like this. The only thing lacking though is the provision of a toilet and shower. I guess it would be outdoors since the space is too small. It would take some leaps of creativity to design a T&B that would fit in a Sychro Vanagon.

[@shanegjordan]

aruni ochoa there is a thetford porta potty in the box behind the passenger seat. I’m looking into adding a road shower but haven’t pulled the trigger yet.

[@Swordie100]

Well, he kinda wanted to stop working 40 hrs/week. :P

[@ravenm.]

@@shanegjordan I actually placed a 20 gal. tank along with a pump in the same gowesty porta potty box of my '84. Side placement of the switch and quick disconnect for the hose. Since I also placed a second propane tank on the passenger side when I shower I plumb into that tank with my instant hot water tank. Works great and the extra 20 gallons of water is key. Happy adventures!

[@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!!!

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@amb3cog]

Amazing! I remember riding in a brand new, or almost brand new anyway, Vanagon (1986 to 1988 maybe?). It was the very next version after this one. Same chassis, but updated design. My Dad owned an auto body shop in Newport RI, and we did a major paint/mild restore, due to heavy rust, on an El Camino for the same people that owned the Vanagon. We had to deliver the Elco to Block Island (this is why the heavy rust, even though the Elco was less then a decade old) via the ferry, and pick up the Vanagon to do a little fix on it. These people were relatives of my Dad's friend, who went with us. And we got the deluxe tour of Block Island with Dad's friend's Father in Law, who was like an auxiliary cop over there. So even though I was underage, the tour included the bars too. We spent the whole day in that thing, and half the night too. It was the most comfortable vehicle to travel in I've ever been in. And I've been in big vans, and such. But these are different. You go slow, because you have no choice really, and you're chilling in the back like you're at home. Want to take a nap. No problem. Lay out flat. There's plenty of room. And eventually that's exactly what my Dad did. While we drove home. I've always liked these vehicles since then, but the one in the video is just on a whole other level. Well done sir. That's just a beautiful machine. I wish you safe travels.

[@shanegjordan]

Great story, thank you for sharing, and thank you for your well wishes :)

[@jakartawalkers]

Very nice thx for sharing

[@squirerad]

Wow. Best Westfalia ever!

[@falksturm1517]

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

[@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👍👍👍..