Stealth Step Van TOUR - FedEx Truck Converted into Tiny Home

[@JarrodTocci]

Plenty of more TOURS as well as my VLOGS and other great videos on the rest of my channel. Check them out: Tours Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLHrnevETejEMWv5kclacXhH6atb3ax6tl Van Informational Vlog Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLHrnevETejEMseRhXNwNjrs5BU7RLpvhg Day in the Life Vlog (travel and fun): kzbin.info/aero/PLHrnevETejENxc67U9B7IO0r2H9F5K0oa

[@douglascampbell9809]

I'm waiting to see someone go no windows but have flat screens that hook up to external cameras to see what is outside the rig. you could do it for every side and just switch to them on demand.

[@doratiscareno5856]

HOME DEPO... NEEDS TO STEP UP AND SEND YOU A HUGE GIFT $$$ CARD 👏👏👍🇺🇸

[@undefined7141]

You suck. This was my evil plan when I was state side. I hope this video does not do well for selfish reasons lol.

[@undefined7141]

Oh let him know fellow bro right here. 18D boi.

[@MarkSherry1]

Really should have linked his insta.........

[@sactownism]

Home Depot should sponsor this guy for his build and his dreams of being a pilot

[@jenikahall7126]

I agree 100 percent

[@r.g.431]

After mentioning lowes I don’t know if they will!

[@ohueys1]

Probably not after he trashed their lumber.

[@kboxvegas5393]

@@ohueys1 Or they could use it as constructive criticism and not sell trash lumber.

[@generalgen1542]

Heck yea

[@winstonwolff]

4 years of planning, 18 months of building, 4 years of military, 4 years of college, hundreds of hrs. Flight time planned. This guy sticks to his goals, no doubt he will make a good pilot and hopefully a good living doing it also. Excellent build on the cheap, makes some of the 100k conversions look like garbage. Kudos, keep inspiring and living the dream.

[@wendycsargent]

I am super impressed! You have a great gift. I love your build! Sure would buy a truck just to copy your build lol.

[@professormoriarty6875]

He's chasing excellence while most guys his age chase women and play video games.

[@markanton2349]

Hats off to this man, a true MGTOW

[@CL-yp1bs]

I look up to this guys planning ahead of time for all this. Legendary stuff right here, college housing is expensive.. i love it!

[@biggchill8176]

@Arrma Army RC my thoughts exactly

[@kristinrush]

He seemed so nervous at first and I love that it was the $10 backsplash that got him excited enough to really lean into the tour haha. His whole personality came out at that point. I would LOVE to see Home Depot do something cool for this man! They have a brilliant opportunity here and he more than deserves it!

[@zoenbuddy2007]

I thought the same exact thing. He really just got more comfortable as they went along.

[@jakesgotgame]

@@zoenbuddy2007 Definitely has a respect first type of mentality then the dude just started spittin lmao.

[@phillipsandusky3795]

War is hell

[@Gebri3l]

Same as a whore house ​@@phillipsandusky3795

[@jameskarue5718]

Hehehe, was reading this comment when he started on this

[@UntrainableWizard]

That line about the sink got me. I see so many people with mini-sinks in their vans, but with full-size pots, pans, and dinner plates, that I really questioned how they clean anything without making more of a mess or spending 10x as long.

[@jakereiland]

Totally, as someone who lives in a school bus and started with a diy enamel pot as a sink that I later upgraded to a massive stainless steel one like his I can 100% attest to his statement

[@davecroft2991]

This guy is pure gold! I would pay him for van build consultation

[@traceytheisen8067]

He really should start a conversion company

[@yodo6414]

He copied this design, didn’t come up with it himself..

[@motalove1968]

I would totally hire this guy to help with my build. I have a Chinook that is in the demo stage.

[@Roobah]

@@yodo6414 better than Trent and Allie design, IMO... But he does have a much larger vehicle.

[@LatinSlav]

@@yodo6414 so? what's the problem? using flowless and proved design it usually is what most people do! why build every shitty ideea just for the fun of it?

[@Sassyglbeauty]

Only thing he is missing is security cams set up so he can see what’s going on outside! This is an amazing build!

[@fullweezy3553]

Knowing that he is a army veteran the cameras are most likely coming. I'm a vet myself we would always talk about living like this but he actually followed thru on it

[@goodgreatfreeforever6188]

That's such a good suggestion! Have you seen those light bulb security cameras? I don't know if they'll use a lot of electricity cause they're designed for homes, but maybe he could use those cause they even swivel and lots of other features...

[@MikehMike01]

and a real house to live in

[@symonejenkins5501]

Is really missing a toilet

[@Gadsden-rn2wl]

Super concerned about the wool insulation.

[@mre3174]

As an actual FedEx driver the way he explained his insulation and not roasting in the truck made me chuckle. Theback of those trucks in the summer without insulation is insane! So it totally made sense to add so much insulation 😄

[@M14Jeep]

It's pretty crazy in the summertime when the sun's shining through the windshield The cab will be well over 100° and the house part will be only in the '80s.

[@mre3174]

@@M14Jeep legit the back of those trucks are about 30° hotter than whatever the outside temp is.

[@availabledark]

I just learned recently that delivery trucks don't have AC. WTH!!! @Mre317, just want to say that I appreciate you guys.

[@mre3174]

@@availabledark oh yeah! Some do have AC but they don't really do much since again no insulation to actually retain the cool air. But I love my job, I get to be outside all the time soaking up the sunshine, splashing in puddles when it rains and making snow angels when it snows.

[@entertainme7523]

@@availabledark thats just one more reason why delivery companies have a high turnover rate

[@Christian-cy9sx]

"before I started, I was 4 years deep into KZbin videos". I felt that one.

[@SnazzyRapture]

Does anyone else also think a FedEx van is the perfect fit for a 'stealth van' conversion? They're so ubiquitous that they're gonna blend into the scenery far more than any other van. Such a clever choice!

[@royliber3824]

FedEx\DHL\UPS vans and box trucks are the PERFECT stealth vehicles if you ask me. You got tons of space on a reliable workhorse engines mostly and the best thing about it they can look on the outside like ordinary construction vehicles or something like that. If I had a box truck stealth van I wouldn't even bother to make it look pretty on the outside, just so I can spend more on the inside and still keep it stealth-ish.

[@amyholley4331]

Yeppers. Except that I would keep the fed part on there as well. 😁😂🤣👍

[@Cyborg1170]

Haha. He should have kept the full name.

[@OddOzzy]

@@Cyborg1170 Fedex themselves probably painted over that. I'm surprised the whole logo wasnt painted over

[@delorestaylor8114]

Highly durable and safe

[@jonweiss8905]

This guy actually convinced me that buying an extended warranty at Home Depot was a good idea. Dude has a reason behind everything. Well done.

[@derekburm]

If you're planning to externally vibrate the thing for the next 3 years straight

[@NathanShepard]

haha! Seriously.

[@emidelemosllanos2438]

what they'll probably do is void his warranty lol

[@marjorjorietillman856]

He’s so smart, therefore, becoming a Pilot will definitely happen for him!

[@SkinnysBooks]

@@emidelemosllanos2438 I used to work there. We don't care what happened to it. We just replace it.

[@PaulyD0859]

He had this all figured out before he even enlisted. Used his enlistment bonus to build the van and will use his GI benefits to get the career he wants while living on the cheap. Brilliant!

[@kathrynwitte3398]

I guess that’s why he went army.

[@justinofboulder]

I have a ton of respect for the fact that he figured all of that out and put in the work to achieve his goal!

[@iambear.6526]

hopefully the govt doesn't fuck him over again with the GI bill like they've done in the past.

[@M14Jeep]

Well I didn't quite have it all figured out on day one, there was a fair bit of figuring out as I went along but thanks 😊

[@carllubrin8518]

@@justinofboulder hard work pays off my friend

[@khalifleur]

This build is beyond efficient. He did such a great job w/this. Very intelligent. I truly wish him well as a pilot

[@krozareq]

This will be fantastic for him. With his money already invested in this, he can devote more money toward flight hours, which are not cheap. Not the most fuel-efficient truck, but with him living at the airport, he'll make up for that and more by not having a daily commute. Very smart.

[@jamesboyle_]

This dude is very likeable and is clearly passionate about his van I hope we get to see it completed.

[@davidlyle3912]

I was thinking the same thing about him being likeable.

[@rshanep5226]

I recently retired after 30 years in the Air Force and have been dreaming of an overland build. To help offset the cost, I got a job at The Home Depot. Now, I see this remarkable build and I can’t stop looking for parts at work, except plywood🤣. This guy has some crazy talent.

[@pimpinaintdeadho]

That's a long damn time. And a fat fuckin pension. Congrats and thanks for your service. Anyways what kind of platform were you looking at for your build?

[@krikriscorpio]

Thank you for your service! And good luck on your build!

[@mjb007bond]

"Just because you have a tiny house doesn't mean you have tiny pots" I love it. So true.

[@deballen6241]

I love this guy. Smart, funny, goal oriented, former military. Dude is a catch. Thanks for your service! Wishing him all the best in life.

[@M14Jeep]

I got caught! I'm currently engaged now 😊

[@enigma2224]

@@M14Jeep congrats!

[@nikkijack911]

​@M14Jeep congratulations and best wishes!

[@Jamibaby82]

This man is ridiculously smart, talented, and driven! I have no doubt he'll be a successful pilot, but I'm gonna send him good vibes anyway...his dedication is crazy! The perfectionist in me is highly impressed and the procrastinator in me is ashamed, 🤣😂!

[@This-Is-My-Little-Corner]

Go check out his Instagram. He already is one and he’s killing it! ❤

[@babybijou969]

@@This-Is-My-Little-Corner awesome news! Thanks for that update 👍

[@listenering]

“The perfectionist in me is highly impressed, and the procrastinator in me is ashamed.” Well said, and my sentiments exactly.

[@ThisOneDude157]

This is the first "tiny home" that I actually see being a viable home. They've always sounded nice and all, but this sir, this is practical. And that garage blew my mind. Truly insane build!

[@M14Jeep]

Most tiny home tours: "So I decided not to put this thing in and that thing in so I could have more open space" your house is 100 ft², you don't have the luxury of open space If you want it open space don't live in a tiny house! 😂

[@robertrichard2322]

where is the toilet though?

[@M14Jeep]

@@robertrichard2322 I've literally answered that question hundreds of times. I'm tired of telling people. Go find one of the other hundreds of times I've answered it back in the comments.

[@robertrichard2322]

Not that interested lol chillout pal... also you would have typed less had you just answered, not sure if you are aware of that, other people are going to keep asking

[@M14Jeep]

@@robertrichard2322 have you ever gone on the internet and told thousands of people that you piss in a Gatorade bottle everyday? Kind of wears you out after a few months.

[@zqzj]

Imagine building a regular sized house with this level of efficiency. It would feel like a mansion!

[@DarkandStormyNight01]

Jimmy Tambo: I spent 2+ years watching and studying tiny house, motor home and stealth home videos before building a 445SF MIL. You can get the best ideas for storage, kit layout and efficient floor plans watching these videos and studying their floor plans.

[@Legohaiden]

Shelves on walls, Standing Bookcases in corners... Maximize your storage inside and still look neat and tidy.

[@jokaah7337]

I guess I need to cut back on my 60 or so Harley-Davidson t-shirts and dozen or so sports jerseys, lol

[@g0d5m15t4k3]

This. I watch all these tiny home/rv/bus vids and apply their crafty solutions to my regular 1000sq ft detached home. Like, my house doesn't fit the "tiny" definition. But it's not a huge house either. If you are good with space management, you can make a small home super optimized for your personal lifestyle.

[@priayief]

The resources on KZbin are incredible. People helping people. Wonderful.

[@devon_morgan]

This guy is such a hard worker, and seems like such a cool dude. I genuinely wish this guy the best, and I can’t wait for him to get his pilot’s license!

[@elizabethmitchell2963]

This is who I wish I’d married! 🥰

[@SketchyPeeks]

Dudes honestly so smart. I was like “damn he wants to be a helicopter pilot, yeah okay” then I realized how brilliant he was. Thank you for your service!

[@thetruepatriot7733]

My brother is a helicopter pilot... if he can do it, trust me lots of people can.

[@dopeytripod]

HE'S A PILOT........................GRAPE

[@oklahomaisok]

I think he could do anything he sets his mind to.

[@es4628]

Typical liberal. Questioning someone’s ability purely based on appearance. Makes me sick. Wake up

[@SketchyPeeks]

@@es4628 what??😂 first of all, not a liberal. And secondly, being a pilot is an extremely hard job and very hard to learn. My pessimistic side came out when he said it. Nothing to do with politics or being “woke”.

[@collinmorris]

As soon as he started describing his plan to become a heli pilot, I was like damn this guy is serious about living, and enjoying his life to the fullest. Great job on the van, and thanks to the creator for the video!

[@M14Jeep]

Thanks, I only have one life to live and I plan on squeezing every last drop of Life out of it while I still can. This is going to be a start of my fifth career! Once I go from entry level to a management position in a career I don't just settle in I quit throw my life in the chaos and start all over again. I feel like I've lived three or four lifetimes at this point and I'm only 36.

[@7thSonProductions]

@@M14Jeep That's how life should be, but not many think that way. I love the build, It's the best I've seen thus far. I love the bomber jacket also! Where can I find one?

[@dancarter482]

@@M14Jeep Get Jarrod back for another look around when it's complete. Next time he needs to slOW DoWn and let you explain it all instead of barking interruptions. Building my bus again for the 3rd time - ground -up with welding etc. Used to log rotary hours on the weekends years ago 'til I ran out of ca$h and ambition. Thanks for the inspiration. Stay FREE!

[@nomadsmg1]

Hell this vehicle could still be extremely useful if he gets pilot work out in the boonies.

[@liabw05]

@@M14Jeep you seem like a really cool guy to know! Thanks for the tour 😎

[@K.R.I.P.A.C]

I already respect this person for his diligence, practicality and simplicity

[@andreaswimmer6864]

Man, we are so lucky having smart, talented individuals like him serving this country

[@Krullmatic]

Hell yeah! Instead of those "woke" pansy snowflake soyboys who are embarrassing our military and Country!

[@not_sure...]

Not anymore, this breed is dying off in the military.

[@seheabol]

And cute

[@mascarenhas9624]

@@not_sure... stop.😡

[@jackiemack8653]

That's why he is roasted on Reddit cause these little children couldnt possibly measure up. S-ucs for them.

[@ebarshin]

This is legitimately impressive! I love where John refused to compromise. He saw a problem and devised a solution he was happy with instead of choosing the simplest solution.

[@CC_Marauder]

Improvise, adapt and overcome. *I know he's Army not Marines Lifes guiding motto that too many of today's rampant "why NOT me" world cannot seem to wrap their heads around.

[@romancastro3253]

Totally Badass

[@purplex_purple7717]

He’s marines. I know that patch haha as soon as I seen it Bc it’s mine lol. Damn this is sick.

[@ph11p3540]

This recent vet is definitely going places. He's creative, witty and very thoughtful. I wish him nothing but the best fortune and I hope he lands that professional helicopter occupation.

[@Stupid_A_Scanbe]

Immediately after he mentioned being a helicopter pilot, I couldn't help think, this guy is a real life version of Howling Mad Murdoch! 😂 This was an awesome build and his passion for it shows👍 I'd like to also thank him for his service🇺🇸🎉🇺🇲🎉

[@PrecYsely]

Best custom build ive ever seen, this guy thought of EVERYTHING. The attention to detail is great

[@blackr0se]

that's the military training for you.

[@tracat64]

I agree he has done really well! Loving it. Has everything you can think of! Wish I’d done this kind of thing some years back but glad ppl are doing this it’s a great way to live for single ppl esp.

[@fr0stb1ght34]

This is one of the best. For me so far the best is a refurbished cheese bus someone turned into a house on wheels.

[@DRIPSONE73]

Except a toilet 😂😂😂

[@rubencales9017]

Big ass shower..no toilet?

[@miketexas4549]

I recently figured out why I love these specific types of video so much - it's because these individuals represent and embody the amazing American Spirit.

[@semicrazy.neverlazy]

If you end up going through compressors on your fridge, I found in my semi that if I put a layer of rubber like anti fatigue mat or livestock mat under it it cushions it from vibrations and virtually eliminates failure.

[@M14Jeep]

Thanks for the tip.

[@Task-paralysis24.7]

I fully support recycling decommissioned step vans. This man should turn this into a business.

[@freeman-1776]

I did the same thing brother. US Army vet here as well. I converted an old wheelchair van into my mobile home while I also went to college for 4 years. It was by far the best time of my life. I enjoyed the freedom that I worked so hard to defend. I decked the roof out with solar panels. I paid no rent, no water bills, no electric bills. I got a scholarship through the University that I worked at and literally only paid for my own books. Could have used my GI bill but chose not too. I received my Bachelors Degree and if I ever go for a Masters then I will use my GI Bill. Brother you're in for the ride of your life. Now I live the fancy life in a flat 30 stories up in a High Rise building in Vietnam. I teach English here. But, I would give this up for the opportunity to go back to the Van Life again. You are about to experience freedom in a way you never had before. One word of caution. At night lock it up tight. Park in industrial areas. If you get a knock from the police, stay quite and completely still. Nothing says you have to answer them. Wait them out. They are far too busy to wait you out. I'm also a former police officer so my advice is sound. If you answer them, they very well could give a ticket as a minimum and or a huge fine if the vehicle is not registered as a motorhome conversion. In some states they might even tow your vehicle. So remember, You have a right to remain silent. Make sure no one can see any lights on from the outside. In 4 years I only had a police knock 2 times. Waited 10 to 15 minutes and once the coast was clear left and parked a few blocks farther down. Remember, you are free now. Stealth camping is necessary to achieve your college goal. It will do you no good if they tow your house. Your military skills are all you will need to live an amazing life of pure freedom. When I get back to the US in the future, I'm going back to the Van Life. Might even buy some property somewhere. Cheers.

[@janchapman3746]

Amen.smen. amen. Yay van life. Love these step vans.

[@nicktubara]

You are a free man. Merry Christmas.

[@MaLiArtworks186]

I suggested to online van people to buy a few acres together so they dont have to worry about where to park and have enough room for everyone's vans. Plus later, they could build a building that could house toilets and showers. Maybe even a kitchen and Fellowship hall

[@chris-cy5ed]

Give cops a great name man!! Thanks for the advice

[@nicknelly1]

This guy LITERALLY has his entire life figured out. I'm envious. Good on him 🙌🏽

[@purplex_purple7717]

Trust me, he’s has it figured out since he got out of service lol

[@murphtahoe1]

Jeez, This guy knocked it out of the park with this build. Well planned and amazing follow through and the entire thing for $25,000. With his attention to detail he will be an outstanding helicopter pilot. Well done sir!!!!

[@alexosow]

$25000 is a stealll

[@Dnasty1]

I’m not even done watching this but have to say this is the coolest build I’ve seen so far. Nicer than a lot of hotel rooms I’ve been in. 😂

[@mibella6565]

It’s so adorable how excited he is to show off his build

[@007nadineL]

That's why I love to watch twice .

[@purplex_purple7717]

Marines take passion in the things they love

[@maddieleigh20xx96]

@@purplex_purple7717 he’s in the army

[@purplex_purple7717]

@@maddieleigh20xx96 yea I seen a lot of comments but I was so confused Bc that’s my unit patch

[@dailytea6886]

Yes

[@brandontalaro]

As a veteran myself, I know the feeling of getting out of an institution and having the freedom to go wherever and do whatever you want. Great build sir and thank you for your service.

[@jordan2735]

I’ll never forget how strange it felt.

[@antoniovillarruel9413]

"you realize i'm gonna be living in a parking lot" is, I think, one of the most profoundly accurate things I've heard a van-lifer say. People have this notion that it's going to be scenic nature shots and views of some valley... when in reality it's a lot more of home depot and walmart parking lots. The no-windows approach is really the way to go for year round living. very smart approach and very well thought out build.

[@chris-cy5ed]

You can drive anywhere you want what you mean my friend does this at the beach!! And around the country ...u sound like a hater

[@antoniovillarruel9413]

bless your heart. I don't see how you got hater vibes from anything I wrote, but maybe you should re-read that. I think the guy who built this is a genius and was complementing the build. not only that, I think he's being very accurate and forthright in stating that full time van life isn't all scenic views. I'm glad your friend does have great views though. if you watch more of Jared's videos you will see he also says that his time as a van lifer had plenty of urban living and not just what gets usually posted on the 'gram. I'm always in amazement at what these guys and girls build. that's why I watch all these tours.

[@yuan-leethorpe8676]

Hands down the most efficient build I have seen to date. He focused on the right things!!

[@kevicook]

John is living in the year 5000! This van build is not simply a DIY'er van build. This is the work of genius! You can tell that John is well versed in all the trades. The details! Rhombus drawers are not for the casual carpenter either! Impressive! Hope all is well with van life for John! Hope he got his additional solar panels too!

[@M14Jeep]

Thanks! I did end up getting the additional panels and I'm approximately halfway through getting all my helicopter licenses. The rhombus drawer is even more impressive when you realize I started with no experience any of the trades and learned it all as I went from KZbin videos.

[@jenniferd264]

@@M14Jeep I’m thrilled to read that! Congratulations on your success towards your goal! I never had a single doubt! You’ll be the Coolest Helicopter Pilot out there! lol Your Van is absolutely incredible. Ya had me speechless 😶 😂 It’s THAT fantastic! And I agree, Home Depot needs to sponsor you!

[@nicolepringle3690]

I’m a nurse and you have me ready to give up my idea of a dream home and buy a whole fed ex truck. Beautiful job and thank you for your service.

[@mizbootsie8175]

Me to. Will get a stealthy sky light though!

[@livinginthenow]

@@mizbootsie8175 A skylight is a great idea! I know he wants to keep it stealth, but it seemed a little dark in there for my taste. One or two skylights would easily fix that.

[@mizbootsie8175]

@@livinginthenow - as crafty/handy as he is, he could probably disguise them!

[@Masked_Official]

just remember, fed ex truck will be a target for armed robbery

[@aisoaification]

@@Masked_Official With that double metal door and keypad entry I wouldn't be too worried

[@JoMaSaOfficial]

I love that he’s so proud and smiling the whole tour. this guy is everything 🙌🏽 love it

[@GBA_Raspberry]

My thought exactly, seeing people happy with the things they've done is awesome

[@heldanieves9747]

Where is they toiler?

[@luna6445]

Super cool the garage wasn’t expected

[@davesrvchannel4717]

I have been in literally thousands of campers over the years. This van build is so impressive!!! What a great job. Thank you sir for your years of service

[@M14Jeep]

What I always find funny about statements like this is that thousands of campers are designed so badly that a dude who watched a bunch of KZbin videos could come up with a better design on his first try with no experience haha 🤣

[@rickjohnson6333]

This is an amazing guy.

[@RamblinAround]

On of the best van builds I've seen. Nicely done!

[@iwinrar5207]

It really is amazing. That's what id like to be able to do if I ever have the moneyb

[@nonterrestriaI]

I drove these vans for years. P1000s and p1200s. These vans SUCK! The engines are always breaking down. Brakes go out ALL THE TIME. Engine have no power. Barely can make it up hills. Walls are thinner than an old metal Coke sign. Tires cost a fortune compared to a normal ban/16' truck. Definitely do your research and ask any FedEx/UPS guy what they think of their trucks..

[@mattbot5167]

@@nonterrestriaI i guess you really do got to think about it

[@truckstotractorsrepair]

@@nonterrestriaI they can be reliable, they can definitely make it up hills just not fast. And the brakes probably just burnt out on them because they’re always riding them down hills

[@nonterrestriaI]

@@truckstotractorsrepair there's a reason the companies who use these trucks only drive 30mph tops. They're oversized golf carts with soda can thin walls. Go ask anyone who drives these, they're 💩

[@jamesnikki5]

Seen shit-ton of Van tours and this is for sure a fucking masterpiece in the works! The dude built a legit mini loft in a "generic-invisible" step van, not only that he did not forgot the common sense in the process as 80% of the van builds do, well done Sir!

[@jramsey9690]

👍👏👍👏

[@bicbic8557]

The most practical aesthetically pleasing build i have seen. Love it.

[@JS-wc4xs]

One question, anyone see the bathroom? I missed it

[@dianna3157]

@@JS-wc4xs I saw a bucket in the shower.

[@valtoton2982]

@J S.... Thanks I thought it was just me so I watched it twice! I didn't even see a small compost one or anything 🤔?

[@ianjedd8837]

"I do a lot of watersports" LOL me too buddy!

[@0BRAINS0]

This man needs to make a business out of this, people would be waiting in line for one!

[@maesterdraconaskevin3585]

Especially for mid 30k. If he built it for 25k, he would make a good profit if he got a team to help reduce production time and could buy the vans in more bulk.

[@CommoditySC]

@@maesterdraconaskevin3585 Lol mid 30k he said he has almost 2 years into it plus 25k. He would need to sell this for 100k+

[@elegyking]

@@CommoditySC facts. lol

[@elegyking]

@@maesterdraconaskevin3585 If his goal was to build these to make it possible for others, he'd still have to charge much more. I'm guessing he could bring his time table down a significant amount, though. The thing with Vanlife is it kinda has to fit you. It'd be difficult for others to deal with his limitations. (No windows. High emphasis on entertainment. 3 doors to get inside living space.) In my opinion it's perfect, especially not being as tall as him lol.

[@Lugtastic]

@@CommoditySC That's with not having this as a job, imagine if he had time to work on it non-stop. Would've been done in a month or less easily.

[@tonandmarc]

i love how pumped this guy is about his future... thank you for your service.

[@screamoemo05]

I would love to see a follow up tour once his build is fully done. I’m super impressed by this build, good luck to him and his endeavors.

[@Paul-f7q]

So cool! With that van and that jacket ,I'll guarantee you this cat is slaying some serious poon! Solid bro✊️👉.

[@markshoenus2591]

As a former UPS driver I have to say that these things are actually fun to drive, especially the manual transmission. Great build!!!

[@shalas.6322]

I loved the practicality, the planning, the simplicity, the honesty. He should be proud. It’s comfortable and beautiful. The lighting when the door opened. The garage. Full sink, shower, height of the space. Well done.

[@susanbeals7597]

I didn't see a toilet. (May have missed it.)

[@crow2swann5]

I admire the commitment and precision of this build. This is awesome. As a UPS driver and a person who has spent 30 years in a package car, I love seeing it like this. It's so smart. He'll get away with parking places no other mobile home could. 10/10 👍

[@TheKidBigsby]

One of the cleanest and most efficient builds I've seen. Exactly what style I've been wanting to pursue a build for.

[@robinwinkler9681]

No toilet though?

[@soniaTX4387]

John is a great example of American exceptionalism: a smart, talented man. Best wishes for your continued success, John.

[@pjpatton53]

I agree. This man is genius.

[@McDonaldsCalifornia]

I don't think that word means what you think it means

[@d.st.michael4195]

I’m shocked at how tastefully done his build ended up. And even more surprised that he was able to purchase reasonably priced amenities so easily with the option to readily replace any of it if/and or when it becomes necessary with relative ease. Also surprised at just how much room was available to utilize in one of those units. And insulated at that. Thanks for sharing such an interesting build. Inspiring.

[@kenkarg5054]

I love when people have well thought out goals. It’s definitely inspiring to see what he’s done to that FedEx truck. Those two years of college are gonna fly by.

[@ALCRAN2010]

i wish his van was called Ex-Fed. lol

[@elisacucc1967]

First, I want to thank you for your service to our country!!!! To bad more people don't mention this to 3!!! Your an example of what makes this country soooo great!!! Good luck with school and your becoming a flier; not that you need it. This man is as OCD (Perfectionist) as I am. Thank God!!! Everyone makes me feel like it's a bad thing!!!

[@suzanneeckstein13]

This man is set ❤

[@del.see.oh.89]

These are the kind of people I appreciate. Reasonable, logical and practical. This guy is going places.

[@weedpuncher036]

no.......he is driving places😂

[@cranexdragon1046]

@@weedpuncher036 soon to be flying places

[@vonheise]

I watch a lot of these, and some look very much like a delivery truck, with the windows covered with louvered hinge covers to hide the windows and allow them to be open in bad weather. If I were younger, I would have to build one like that that was totally self-sufficient. My camper is, however, there is nothing stealthy about it...

[@frankierzucekjr]

Amen

[@shadae68]

Literally

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for showing this Jarrod, John did an excellent job.

[@M14Jeep]

Thanks! Your videos are some of the hundreds I've watched for ideas.

[@Frost-tb9qs]

Hi Patrick ! You’re my favorite.

[@virgiliovidal9169]

@@M14Jeep Are you able to run your fridge 24/7 using solar? Whats the power source of your fridge? Thanks.

[@M14Jeep]

@@virgiliovidal9169 Yes I have 400 watts of solar on the roof it's 300 amp hours of lithium batteries

[@virgiliovidal9169]

@@M14Jeep during night time, is 300 amp hours more than enough to power your 12v fridge overnight when there is no sunlight recharging your lithium batteries?

[@firehawkcolorado5150]

Wow!!! That was a killer step van… He really had some fantastic design stuff in the van. It’s really a stealth van…

[@TheRealSunshineLLC]

My favorite thing is his indoor porch and double doors ! Also I admire that I’m not the only one on like my 4th-5th year of research and have the honor of seeing this. He makes me want this kind of van and I’m hooked on a springer 😂😂😂❤great content. Thank you both!

[@kimberleywinterbauer5286]

I’ve seen lots of van life builds and by far John’s is the BEST. Absolutely love his van and enthusiasm. John-I wish you well; you’re going to be the best helicopter pilot.

[@spider0804]

The first microhome that I feel would be enough space to live normally. Amazing build.

[@NN-xd9tq]

I am in love with this guy. I love the way his mind utilized every area with little to no wasted space. His 4 year plan went deep. Good luck in college, you are awesome.

[@aaronbaron3155]

As a ups driver (same kinda vehicle) I'm very impressed

[@michelledavis2717]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! MOST DEFINITELY ONE OF THE BEST BUILDS I'VE EVER SEEN AND I'VE BEEN WATCHING VANLIFE VIDEOS FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW. I WANT TO THANK HIM FOR HIS SERVICE!

[@jessiferri2922]

@@youdontknowme2915 lol

[@MzClementine]

@@youdontknowme2915 😆😂🤣

[@catherinegrace2366]

WELL SAID AND YOU DON’T HAVE TO STOP YELLING.

[@michelledavis2717]

@@catherinegrace2366 THANK YOU 😊

[@xXGENDAMAGEXx]

Don't stop yelling demand to be heard!!!!

[@LauraAbel]

The first 30 seconds of this video, this guy comes across really overbearing… And then, I realized, no, he’s just really excited to show people this brilliant build. Phenomenal

[@maclac48]

🎯

[@johnmaurer3097]

His plan for becoming a helicopter pilot was gold. No doubt he’ll do it and win

[@fhsa7239]

When the video started i thought he looked like he gives out candy to little girls to get into that van

[@lynnhamps7052]

@@fhsa7239 What a stupid comment...obviously recognising something in yourself I reckon...

[@MommaARA]

Pilots have a confident A type personality so they are constantly mislabeled as arrogant or overbearing. He just knows what he is doing with precision.

[@cmichelle8362]

This gave me major GOOD FEELING vibes! He is so excited to showcase his home on wheels and it is absolutely gorgeous. He definitely got me with the backsplash - genius, along with everything else! Thx for sharing with us!! And good luck with school!!!

[@lindachubbs1790]

W ❤ W ! Love the design! esp the sink and that t-shirt Drawer!!! OMG! just saw your garage!!!

[@loripalmieri1205]

Hell, even if he just made blue prints and written instructions I bet he could sell those! Lots of people have the time and want, just don't know how to lay it all out and the process of getting to the final product. Great job man, and thank you for your service!

[@BoxOfMangoes]

It's 2022, Everything can be researched on youtube and google.

[@AndreaSimone57]

Congratulations to this guy, he seems smart, well spoken & thoughtful. He'll probs get requests to build vans for others

[@bmwpcr]

A fellow Army Veteran here hands down MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE VAN BUILD EVER it’s perfect

[@kaytoka717]

Wow, incredibly thought out and well done build. So awesome to have living space and all the recreational gear. Only thing would add is some stealth security cameras outside so I can monitor weather, activity, etc. 👏🏼👍🏻

[@Cocora22]

This is what happens when people are thrifty, smart, creative and hard working. Great build looks awesome!

[@kirdazemar6931]

Pure facts✅

[@Cocora22]

@@xxjj1566 why? What? On the build?

[@simplyme922]

and intentional.

[@abbe1abbe156]

Fellow vet here. This is my favorite build. I hate wasted space too. I love that he thought of everything. The t-shirt pantry is everything!

[@theconscientiousperfecter]

Literally everything!

[@blackwidow8520]

Where's the toilet?

[@torriebrown9607]

He out did himself. Amazing home. 90 gallons of water is unbelievable. Bathroom, microwave wood work is beautiful.

[@texasgirl6000]

So true.....but I didn't see any toilet....only a bucket in the shower or did I miss it?

[@claudiakarl7888]

@@texasgirl6000 Maybe he will still install it, he said he’s not finished yet.

[@millimetreperfect]

@@texasgirl6000 that was going to be my question

[@billywalik6411]

Placement of the WC and black water tank? Without those two items, all the insulation in the world, all 40+ inches of smart TV and all that extra seating, it’s my opinion all you got is a man cave on wheels and no windows!

[@texasgirl6000]

@@billywalik6411, and what's wrong with that?

[@lukekao8136]

Hey Jarrod, I saw you on the tv show, gutted, cool! You're a celeb!!!

[@JarrodTocci]

Haha thanks! Hope you liked the show

[@lukekao8136]

@@JarrodTocci It was great. I saw Sarah, Nikita and a few of the other trouble makers. lol But, Sarah's dog, Tobi wasn't there? hmmm?

[@650tonyd]

This guy set the bar big time! This is by far the best stealth van / van life vehicle I've ever seen. Well thought out and well built. If he doesn't make it as a helicopter pilot he'll definitely have a career in retrofitting Vans for people

[@jellysalsa]

This is one of my favorite van tours. Back in the 1960s I bought an old milk truck for $50 and had planned on camperizing it but never got around to it. Seeing what he did is very inspiring.

[@joesephjoestar4449]

Never too late!

[@garyhepner5899]

You’re right about that. I sold that milk truck decades ago but I continue to look for another vehicle to build out.

[@jaredcalvert9207]

@@garyhepner5899 you aren’t jellysalsa!!;)

[@jellysalsa]

@@jaredcalvert9207 I am both. When link to YT via email apparently they use my name, when I open YT via the app I’m jellysalsa. Good catch though!

[@jaredcalvert9207]

@@jellysalsa I was thinking it was maybe something like that, then I thought hmm maybe someone is being funny and just replied as if they were you just cause 😂😂

[@lisaroth7526]

That is an amazing transformation! Kudos for him giving props to Trent and Allie. Really an incredible testament to the hours he's put into this.

[@vickilssrb4405]

That was so cool to hear him mention Trent and Allie, one of my favorite KZbin channels! Love them! ♡♡ And this is definitely one of my new favorite van builds! Kudos to John, too!

[@darlalazzari]

Thank you for your service! My son is at basic just now. MY dream is for he and I to do this in separate trucks, side by side one day. Enjoy this free life, you deserve it. Love your design.

[@thelodestone]

Full size sink + the drying rack in the shower were my favorite touches. Love the extra water capacity as well. This guy ran a nice efficient build.

[@EmilyRoseThunderFan]

And the drain cupboard over the sink. That's gold.

[@dianemoonstone4715]

Agree. He had a lot of small, practical, efficient "touches" here and there in his build. Really commendable! 👍💯👏

[@shiftnsix]

Love this dude’s energy and career goals, making it happen by any means necessary. Very cool!

[@annmariepardo6989]

This man is clever and awesome I love how he planned his life to be able to further educate himself. Live in his van. He done brilliant on this project.

[@mikecress5168]

I have watched hundreds of hours of KZbin videos and i keep coming back to this one as my favorite build ever. The level of precision and bang for the buck value is just incredible. Everything works on several levels at once. Kudo's to you for following your vision. 👍👍

[@greenmantis2158]

Love this build. So cool.. and as an electrician, I’m very impressed with your multiple controls and indicator lights. Your garage space is sick!Nice job dude. And thank you for your military service!!

[@M14Jeep]

Thanks I learned a lot about wiring when I built this thing. I always wondered how a three-way switch worked, but now I can install them and run all the wires for them.

[@doreenb3411]

I’ve watched many, many van, bus and step-van builds. This is hands down one of the smartest and most creative I’ve seen. I. Think it’s brilliant to keep the outside simple to protect the genius going on inside. Best of luck and success to you as you work on your pilot license. Thank you for your service.

[@Brigand231]

This build is epic. Easily one of the best builds I've seen. There is no doubt this build deserves a showcase video. This is how you do it!

[@bellerosecooks7038]

Really nice build. Maybe I totally missed it. I saw your shower, but where's the bathroom ?

[@leeinwis]

oooh yeah

[@Tinmann_77]

First fully livable conversion I've seen in ages. This thing is amazing. Wish some of these inventive people would get together and make these for those of us who aren't mechanically inclined enough to do it ourselves.

[@AshleyBlackwater]

As with most things in life, the choice is to learn and become mechanically inclined, or pay out the ass to someone who is.

[@Tinmann_77]

@@AshleyBlackwater lol, like I said, wish these geniuses who come up with the amazing conversions like this would make them for sale. Would much rather blow my money buying a version of this conversion than I would a traditional rv/motor home.

[@AshleyBlackwater]

@@Tinmann_77 Do some digging, and you just might find a localish craft/tradesman to do the work Might help if you can do a good chunk of the grunt work yourself to cut costs tho...

[@jenniferd264]

Irk! From the moment he showed us that front door 😳 to that Garage!!!! Every bit was amazing

[@anonymousjones09]

As I watched this video I said I would love for him to help me build my conversion.

[@katherinekelly5380]

So well thought out - for years I’ve been wondering why ppl didn’t use a one piece shower, light weight and no leaks, and finally someone did! Always wondered why ppl didn’t put a dish drying/storage rack over the sink, and finally someone did! Ditto with raising the fridge up and getting a bigger fridge! The same with microwave and hood fan combo! If cooking with out a fan can make an average size house smell, imagine a tiny home! Lots of really great ideas The only change I would make is to make the two massive drawers shallower by adding third drawer and adding a skylight, don’t mind the lack of windows but would want a skylight that can be covered with a metal panel for security and when it gets really hot out Fantastic job

[@rocketfuel5022]

Space.

[@sebastianpilato605]

FANTASTIC JOB! I love the hold buildout and your plan. I have a suggestion for your no window situation install a stealth camera outside and feed it to your 40” tv . BOOM 40” window also serves as security and if you post pictures of a beautiful landscape and it will look like that is your outside view.

[@terrysullivan1992]

That is a great idea. I'd add cameras all around to switch views or even have four way split screen for a 360 all around view.

[@lindapeters5497]

I'm definitely sending this to my brother he just retired Army. I think he'd really be impressed by the ingenuity of this man. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes to this man's future plans.

[@soniarubit2709]

This guy totally rocks! The big television, the sound system, and the PlayStation... freaking amazing! The setup looks comfortable, practical and cozy. Also, I like the way he set up the system in case the hot water heater leaks in the future. This guy is sort of a genius.

[@MrTommy001]

Yeah, he set up the water heater for "when" it fails, because all water heaters eventually fail.

[@dianemoonstone4715]

Yeah, I like that foreshadowing and thinking ahead for possibilities. 🤔 👏👍

[@Chereese0808]

I love how super psyched he is. He should be very proud. A plan most definitely well thought out. Amazing!!♡

[@markaralvin5545]

Hello Chereese

[@Ariaga_II]

I enjoy watching stealth van tours, but this one in particular is my favorite. This guy is incredibly smart and made several touches that others would overlook such as connecting all of the lights to 3 way switches that are all controlled at the front of the van. Really cool stuff.

[@dianemoonstone4715]

Agree completely 👌.

[@g0d5m15t4k3]

Seriously! The electrical considerations are all top notch. Like, 3 way switches and variable power intake? Amazing!