The moment he realizes his life has changed forever

Rick realized immediately after his van conversion was complete that his life has changed forever. With this Van, he could travel the nomadic lifestyle and have more freedom. He built a custom campervan and it changed his life.
In today’s short video we feature Rick and his DIY GMC Savannah class B camper van build. There will be a full tour of this van on New Jersey Outdoor Adventures channel this Fall. #vanlife #campervan #liveoutlandish

[@stevedaley2734]

That's how a camper review should be done. No need to spend 20 minutes on it. Nice build, nice review.

[@CraigGrant-sh3in]

So many KZbinrs that can't stop talking.

[@JR-wk4dj]

That's right. There are so many videos showing what they have in each drawer and cabinet. Unless it's something unique, it's such a waste of time.

[@diamonds4joy]

Exactly! Now we have to wait till the FALL for a FULL VIDEO to find out where the toilet is! 🙄

[@Emppu_T.]

If it was that woman from back in the day, it would be 35 minutes of just discussing ambiance

[@WeedHop-pc3rx]

Stealth😮

[@BMT3691]

You can tell this is a no bullshit type of guy.

[@lackof548]

Can you?

[@ronnieortega1709]

@@lackof548can you?

[@OrangeArdmore]

He get's to the point. No pussyfootin' around! He also does not care about hurting your feelings either. I am here for it too!

[@BillSmith-zn9xr]

This. This exactly. Just feeding the rithm. Hope guy continues to do well.

[@ForeverTogether219]

Yup… 👍

[@williamcozbie1233]

Being shorter than your van is wide is a real blessing.

[@hughjass2745]

underrated comment...this life isn't for anyone over 5 11

[@lucaslovesyouiii]

@@hughjass2745I’m 6’2”. You can definitely make it work. I don’t even have a high roof van

[@ddavies1967]

I'm tall. Boats ❎️ Vans - ❎️ DAMN.

[@baldeagle5297]

@@ddavies1967 I've got a 28 foot pontoon boat. Plenty of room. Run a tarp from the Bimini top; voila. instant tent. Edit for mistyping.

[@estebanrivera8820]

100%. I looked in to a few vans and being 6'2" it wasn't gonna work unless I spent a stupid amount of money.

[@christopherpottinger-p5s]

When he said “my deck…” I lost it. This man will experience more happiness in the next 6 mos traveling in this thing than I have in the past 15 yrs😔 God bless him

[@critterscute3642]

🎯

[@markmusgrave5091]

And there’s no mystery as to why he’s in such good shape. Keep living brother.

[@honkytonk4465]

You don't get a good shape just from building a camper van.

[@neojack333]

@@honkytonk4465 no but it's implies he is constantly outside doing stuff. the van is only to sleep or when it rains etc

[@stanvanillo9831]

Not for much longer if he lives off microwave food...

[@krazed0451]

​@@stanvanillo9831Just because he's got a microwave doesn't mean he eats packet microwave garbage, you can cook all sorts of things in a microwave!

[@JohnCarroll-cp4qt]

@@honkytonk4465 Think he means the outdoors life and the positive attitude.

[@savage_the_wild]

Straight to the meat and potatoes, no self serving rambling, over explaining, or focusing on filming themselves over actual content. This fella should be the standard bearer for KZbin brevity.

[@suburbanindie]

Longer videos tend to make more money though.

[@toneenorman2135]

Yep! He did a great job..

[@gracecouchrealtor4413]

❤

[@rainbowinthedark453]

True dat! I appreciate his no fluff straight to the punch effort. I agree if only everyone did it this way.

[@stanvanillo9831]

More like straight to the microwave meat and microwave potatoes

[@Mary-cg1sl]

Short, sweet, and concise. No long drawn out explanations and back story. Love it.

[@raymondkidwell7135]

“For those who don’t know let me explain what a van is but first let’s give a brief history of the forest this van is parked in don’t forget to smash the like button” typical KZbin video

[@Bronte866]

So exhausted from these “back stories.”

[@markh.6687]

"Back in 1997, I was soaked in a tent trying to sleep...."

[@littlebrookreader949]

WOW!

[@CarolynnMc01]

I agree! And He has a beautiful home

[@serenapalmer1220]

I absolutely love this build. This would be perfect to drive out of town in rather than staying at a hotel

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Absolutely

[@donaldteuber8588]

I've never understood why anyone would spend hundreds of dollars for a hotel/motel room only to sleep in a bed that has been occupied by hundreds..perhaps thousands..of others. For an individual or a couple, a conversion van provides comfort, convenience, privacy, safety..and yes..even a degree of luxury. An example of.. The wisdom of simplicity. The luxury of efficiency.

[@DazFromTaz]

​@@donaldteuber8588 Freighting your van overseas gets expensive real quick.

[@frikyouall]

​@@donaldteuber8588Not everyone wants to sleep in a tuna can stuffed with furniture. FYI, the work and materials cost hundreds of dollars, too.

[@rooseveltday6687]

💯🔥💯

[@cheeseheadfiddle]

You know every inch, every screw, every wire. You’ll never get stumped by a problem. Way to go.

[@sanjayw9878]

This dude is cool as hell, you can tell you'd have good conversations with him

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Absolutely

[@marksmith4346]

Plus, I would want to know what career he had, blacksmith, block mason? The vein in his forearm is bigger than the muscle in most guys' arm.

[@LordAntman]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventuresspeaking from experience?

[@Mini_The_Cat]

I really like that he just nailed a couch in the van instead of a complicated build.

[@TheThink5op]

Thats a missed opportunity for bigger drawers

[@ButterfatFarms]

It could just be a testament to his build quality that you think it's just an off-the-shelf couch.

[@jim-se5xc]

I love the couch. Makes it like home.

[@autonope23]

​@@TheThink5opmeh...more storage isn't the point really. More storage means you'll buy more crap to put in them. Just enough storage for him it seems.

[@Mini_The_Cat]

@@ButterfatFarms True! That would be cool! I wish he had a video of his build.

[@snydedon9636]

He’s living his best life. Good for you man.

[@jamespruitt4756]

dude's livin the life. literally livin in a van down by the river.

[@jamespruitt4756]

@@TomLee-ij1df good thing i can't swim!👍

[@Ginger-B153]

And he can move ...if it floods 🌊

[@steveh5307]

idk...doing nothing all day every day gets old

[@creepcraddle]

@@steveh5307What did you mean nothing. Guy is probably living the life traveling and shit

[@steveh5307]

@@creepcraddle wdym wdim did I stutter? Traveling meaning going from location to location and just sitting there. Maybe talking to some random people here and there. Doing nothing. Maybe you like being utter unproductive purposeless slob just killing time until you die but I'd get bored after 2 weeks max. You got one life, might as well do something and create and contribute and fix and affect, not just pass time without a purpose.

[@veronicaBolanos-mc4fc]

Loved how effectively he explained the entire set up without it being long and drawn out. Very nice

[@bettysmith9466]

I think a lot of You Tubers draw out their content to maximize their advertising revenue.

[@carljhirst]

Edited well. Helps a LOT!

[@SeanWall-ri7cx]

This is one of the best van builds I have ever seen !

[@jeanneMN]

I agree;

[@wendyannh]

Agreed.

[@OhHapppyDaay]

MY VERY MOST FAVORITE BY FAR!!!!!!!🎉

[@woodlandwilds7525]

I love that you don't have to convert anything to go to sleep but that you also have a couch to sit on, so sweet! Happy trails to you.

[@kwk007]

The round cut for the bed and the fireplace are artfully done, you can tell he thought of every inch of the van a true work of art!

[@TruthWiz]

The balance he created between aesthetic form and functionality is phenomenal. All while combining that with a perfect efficiency of space utilization. An engineer and an artist regardless of what his professional background is or was. It's inspiring.

[@AFTER_MIDNITE]

Yep, it helps to visually separate the bedroom from the living room. Very subtle, but effective.

[@rhondawilson2650]

Toilet?

[@juliepark4717]

It's literally a tiny home on wheel. Awesome build!

[@NazNazan-u9z]

❤❤❤

[@chrissibersky4617]

Tiny home for a tiny man.

[@Susiehomemaker]

Yea and an outhouse to go with it 😆

[@Emm325]

@@chrissibersky4617he’s in great shape, no need to be weirdly rude about it!

[@chrissibersky4617]

@@Emm325 You are very weird.

[@peanutbuttergirl6098]

This is the most amazing thing I've seen all week 😍 I'm proud of what you've done!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Wow, thank you!

[@lenakatarinaful]

Me to, so proud

[@TwinSister1957]

PEACE OF MIND..#1 thing he has that thousands of people wish for.

[@tony64t]

That means he’s single! 😊😊😊

[@BigBeardedBetsey]

Not without a shitter.

[@YougrowgirlUK]

Strongly agree

[@robertblackshear8963]

​@@tony64t😂😂😂😂😂

[@ChibiPanda8888]

One of the most scarce commodities is peace of mind.

[@Lettheladytalk]

A fireplace? No ones van build is better than THISSSSSSSSS!!!!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@bullschitt3666]

I don't think it can provide much heating of a 175w solar panel and 2000w inverter

[@kozmosis3486]

@@bullschitt3666 From the look of this build and hearing this guy describe it, I doubt he would have installed non-functional equipment in this build. Also it sounds like like he said 175W panels, as in more than one. I am only seeing one but it looks big for only 175W so I am thinking its more. I heat my camper with a 600W electric heater and it does pretty well even tho my rig is poorly insulated.

[@b00nz0r]

@@bullschitt3666 I mean he put it on top of the fridge so he just doesn't know how to make a vanhouse.

[@dyscea]

Dunno why I never thought of an electric fireplace. I'm putting that in my van build wishlist.

[@RickBeall-b3w]

​@bullschitt3666 I also have a ecoflow 160-watt portable solar panel. A 50amp dc/dc charger. I Installed a breaker so I can shut off my solar and direct all 50amp right to my batteries. 3 renogy 100ah self heating smart batteries. I use the fireplace for esthetics. Thanks for your interest. Rick

[@1SqueakyWheel]

This has to be one of the cleanest standard van builds I've ever seen, kudos!

[@bigheartedgal833]

Probably the nicest setup I've seen.

[@Deryee123]

The GMC van has so much more room than a typical minivan. One of the best build-outs I've ever seen.

[@1SqueakyWheel]

Yep. Full sized RWD vans like the Savana, Express, Econoline, Transport, Promaster, Ram Van, etc are bigger and roomier than FWD minivans.... Who knew??

[@stancexpunks]

@@1SqueakyWheel lol

[@kellycasperhanson4426]

💖 I love that he created a place of beauty and not just of utility. Mad respect 🙏!

[@capitalisa]

Absolutely! Utility is needed, but so is beauty in our space. Isn't that one of the reasons we all go out in nature?

[@kellycasperhanson4426]

@@capitalisa Excellent point 🏕!

[@onecupof_tea]

My uncle rented his house out. and bought a camper van. They loved travelling round uk, Ireland and Europe. My aunt drops out occasionally to stay with relatives, but if there's bad weather or winter coming , they just travel to a warmer country. This chap sounds ideal to travel with and prepared for anything.

[@Aixopluc_bcn]

UK and Ireland are in Europe

[@MerkhVision]

​@Aixopluc_bcn exactly lol but the Brits got this weird thing about always acting like they're not part of Europe just cuz they're on an island haha. Imagine if a Venetian tried to say Venice wasn't in Italy, we'd look at em like they were crazy!

[@WooBarb]

You can live in Europe and travel around Europe. This comment chain feels like I've lost my mind. You can live in the US and travel around the US. You can live in Kenya and travel around Kenya. These two phrases aren't mutually exclusive. The guy never said that the UK wasn't in Europe. That's just something that you said.

[@petermay5796]

I just want to say this is absolutely incredible that sink is dope af

[@ginawhite3728]

That's the nicest GMC vans I've seen, Love the fireplace such a great layout, beautiful job

[@EllenDuke-y3d]

Is it the fireplace that keeps you warm?

[@jerrysanders9101]

@@EllenDuke-y3dyeah! And a small space like that van heat it up big time!

[@1SqueakyWheel]

​@@jerrysanders9101Electric spaceheaters like that really tax those batteries hard though. I hope he uses the fireplace mostly for ambience, and uses a small fuel based heater instead, for the most part.

[@illbeyourstumbleine]

@@1SqueakyWheelyeah, we used a diesel heater in our bus set up years ago. It worked really well and just sipped on the gas. Not sure if that would be compatible with this type of van, I’ve seen them in Sprinters, but I’m sure something similar would be much more efficient for his power supply.

[@1SqueakyWheel]

@@illbeyourstumbleine yeah diesel heaters are the way to go! But it sucks having to install a diesel tank for it if the truck is a gasser like this one. There are a lot of those same little heaters designed to run off gasoline for this reason, but I don't know how to feel about those.

[@DaleJohnson-q9e]

Wow! You should be so proud of your work! You have a beautiful rig and you saved a ton of money.

[@ragamuffinukes2779]

CLEAN & EFFICIENT SETUP, DUDE! Very nice!

[@evylysk1367]

Rick you're not just talented you're a genius, too. I like what you build there. Good job.

[@kwk007]

Rick you are a true handy man! We all wish we had someone like you and our family

[@johnreagan4162]

I build tour buses and custom RVs for a living, and this is not a bad build at all! Nice work, sir.

[@RickBeall-b3w]

Thanks, John. I cut my teeth, building sailing yachts and power boats in Florida in the late 80's early 90s. Have been in the woodworking industry in one form or another my whole life. The countertops are corian. The wood is a burl walnut that came from Italy. After my career, I wanted this to represent all the skills I've learned over my lifetime. From one talent to the next. Thanks.

[@freddacier9991]

Why?

[@pattysellers187]

I gotta say I am thouroghly amazed at what people are doing with vans these days! The fact that people are actually living on four wheels now completely blows my mind! Love it!

[@CallMeGailyn]

A friend of mine goes to van meets, which are basically festivals of van campers, but they don't live in them full time. It's a getaway thing for most people. Very much like a grateful dead concert without Jerry.

[@Bronte866]

I could do this.

[@ελευθερία-ε2ο]

In 50 years. Your comment will still hold true, but without wheels

[@wavydre8547]

I mean people have lived in vans for decades. Now it’s just fancy.

[@williambrooke6266]

I have thought about van living for a long time... your approach seems great to me...make and model of the van, please...

[@micahdooley2729]

Great set-up. He is living the life. I would love to be able to travel around and live out of a well-equipped vehicle like this. Nice job!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Right on!

[@tinkerbell1666]

Your place looks so cozy. Everything is in place and…….it’s so clean. The bed looks so comfortable!!

[@giarc9047]

Congratulations!! You obtained the life goal of living in a van down by the river.

[@jeanneMN]

Yes in style!!

[@giarc9047]

@@jeanneMN Agreed. I'm not knocking it. I'm full time RV until I buy a new piece of land. Parked by a creek as I type this. 😃

[@Bronte866]

You go!

[@pamlaenger6870]

Me too!!! Freedom!!!!

[@primordiallab]

😂

[@nanaobx]

I'm impressed with the bed and how perfectly neat it is made. The coverlet, with matching sham and decorative pillow, is stylin'! Looks custom-made!

[@russellg5022]

I was gonna make a snarky comment, Rick. It's kinda my whole thing... but... you seem nice. I think it's super cool and I really liked the flip-up table. Good job, sir.

[@tjme]

What a great van build! That awning must make outdoor living more enjoyable in hot sun or rain. Love it.

[@RikuSpirit]

The new American dream. Forget trying to own an overpriced house that has gone up 400-500% in the past 20-30 years. Good for you sir, you have your freedom and your happiness. 👍

[@ValerieIVanorden]

Yup...&&& No mortgage, no boomerang kids surfing on the sofa!! Ha ha.

[@azoreanblue7906]

Very true!!

[@lucasgraham505]

You either have a job you can work from a computer and phone, you're retired and have money coming in from that, or you are a trust fund kid. Otherwise, you aren't affording that lifestyle or you just become a homeless bum.

[@chriswest5665]

Being homeless is now illegal everywhere in the US so things like this are pointless now

[@Kai-zv6gc]

​@@ValerieIVanordenboomerang kids?

[@GwenMotoGirl]

Beautiful and efficient build out! Plus the most important thing: coffee.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

So true!

[@bumblebee0369]

I'm really really impressed. I like every thing about it. You placed things where it suits you but also looks good. I think its perfect. Nicely done Rick. Very nice.

[@NinaDisco]

I'm crying. Living in a gutted van with no bed, much less any of the rest, this is a dream "home".

[@LilyGazou]

Lots of ideas though. I’ve used a folding cot, sleeping bag, simple stuff. Cheap rV Living has dozens of examples. I’m fine without a tv.

[@erwin643]

Hey, don't feel bad. When I travel to trade shows, I live in a 5 1/2'x 8' truck bed with a cab-high, windowless aluminum canopy that was taken apart and insulated with reflectix. I have a Bedrug carpet cut-to fit for the floor, with a Walmart Intex-brand air mattress. I use an extension cord to bum electricity at fairgrounds for a space heater, water kettle, smart phone charger, etc. It's not much, but it's comfortable.

[@goaskmymom1350]

​@@erwin643It works for you so it's all good. 👍🏻

[@PeaceJourney...]

You can make it work, one step at a time, one hour at a time take bites you can handle and soon the whole mountain will be conquered. Hang in there, it gets better 💙

[@twinztwice]

I got a crib mattress for free and that’s what I sleep on. I sleep curled up so it’s no problem.

[@tomhoward9142]

I love this build. Nicely done!!! You are a shining example of how we all should live our lives. Life is short, find what you want to do and go after it. Prayers for you on your adventures. Thanks for the example. 👍👍👍

[@SuperDave-vj9en]

Man, brother, you’ve got it going on! I’m seriously impressed.

[@YourCapyFrenBigly_3DPipes1999]

That's a beautiful build! If I had the money and the opportunity I would like a little more space, I like to be able to move around a bit more, but I think the build absolutely gorgeous and it looks super comfortable if a little bit cramped! Excellent job! ☺️

[@mariegallagher4725]

Lithium batteries have been a game-changer for off-grid life.👍👍👍

[@Carly_Jay]

The portable solar panels make it doable for numerous recharges for those batteries year round.

[@johnchandler1687]

Need a smal vertical vane wind turbine to generate power from breezes, too. Easily fabricated to turn an automotive alternator.

[@bigeyejim]

That's cool. Dude isn't messing around!! Awesome job, Rick!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

You got that right!

[@flormaldonado8418]

The most simple van with everything you need totally love it 😮

[@rolling8358]

Hope she brings you much joy. You built a beauty there.

[@johnmca5643]

That's all our generation needs. Thank you sir.

[@wadewilson6628]

Yep, screw building something for future generations. As long as you're happy. F the grandkids.

[@MyChannel-vm6dw]

I see a TON of tjese vonversions and I gotta say SUPER WELL DONE. Just wow man.

[@jacksonnc8877]

No subscriptions for his channel it's pure freedom none needed life's running on full much respect

[@ticket2space]

This guy is skilled!

[@kikivon3501]

He’s is absolutely living his best life!!!! Good on ya, blessings🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@christyhensley4074]

Awesome 🥰 i like that layout! - that’s my retirement plan. Van life- No grass to mow, no stupid HOA, no crazy power bills and city/county tax gouging etc etc etc

[@dianagonzalez6761]

I wouldn’t mind having one exactly like this one… Great job 👏👍

[@FrauHaferniehl]

cool, everything what you need in life. greetings from Germany.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@amazingautumn12]

He's very organized ❤ And clean ❤

[@robinjones1955]

Amazing! Best van build! I love that someone finally put a real couch (with springs, etc so its comfy) into a tiny house.. those bench type seats are crap.. Plus love the fireplace and tv locations - nice layout..

[@jenniferd264]

I agree about those bench style sofas. That’s not a sofa, this one here that he put in is a sofa! lol

[@joanRooney-x8j]

I'm soooo jealous! My dream campervan. I'm 74 now & would give up everything to have a wagon like this & spend the rest of my days tripping around Australia instead of sitting here waiting to die. Come on Lotto!!! 🎉

[@jimtapia8836]

I'm 74 and living in my 1998 f150 with a camper on the back. You can do what you want.

[@joanRooney-x8j]

@jimtapia8836 Are you living in America or Australia? I'm in Oz. To have a good setup, you'd need Au$20.000 or more. I got a little Kia Cerato & a pop up tent, got all the camping gear, but I'm too old for that. Plus, we are coming into summer so you'd need an air con & solar panel to run it. I'll just have to be content to dream about adventures... 🤗

[@davidinflorida6814]

@@joanRooney-x8j I agree that's a sweet setup. Hang in there dude...sometimes dreams come true.

[@krystalmcknight1834]

​@@joanRooney-x8jto afford anything in Australia right now is beyond a joke. I am 40 now, and am terrified of what life will be like in just another 10 years. Am pretty much priced out of rentals. I hope that lotto win is around the corner for you! We'd all settle for small wins these days. I used to dream of huge lotto wins, anything to help get by is now plenty!

[@abdirizakmohamed5638]

Know that this worldly life is no more than play, amusement, luxury, mutual boasting, and competition in wealth and children. This is like rain that causes plants to grow, to the delight of the planters. But later the plants dry up and you see them wither, then they are reduced to chaff. And in the Hereafter there will be either severe punishment or forgiveness and pleasure of Allah, whereas the life of this world is no more than the delusion of enjoyment. (QURAN-57:20)

[@theflannies7469]

great job mate

[@junkerval]

I want this guy to build this for me Best I’ve ever seen

[@Mira-jj6du]

That’s what I’m saying!!!

[@SunshineB21]

Congratulations you did a wonderful job. My husband and I were working on our van conversion when he passed away. I still haven’t finished. It haven’t lifted a finger actually hurts too much. You enjoy yourself. You deserve it.

[@Bronte866]

You will feel well enough to get back on it in the future. I’m sorry for your profound loss. Try to remember that your husband wants you to feel good, live good and carry on. That’s the truth.

[@illbeyourstumbleine]

And I bet he didn’t break the bank doing it! The taller vans have been priced so high since the van life movement took off, priced most people out of the market for those unless you have rich parents or you are the rich boomer/tech millionaire. Really like seeing a van that the average person can still afford to buy turned into a livable rig. Lovely job ❤

[@dustywilson5461]

Give it time. These vans will be the next fad.

[@nostradamus7648]

Now the prices are dropping because of the economy

[@catw6274]

I really like the curved aperture that separates the bed. Been working on my van since 2020, while I rent. Slow and steady 'til I'm ready. ( ; Nicely done!!

[@LexsBudgetBunkerBuild]

What a great build! Everything you need in a small space with no compromise on comfort. Very inspiring.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much!

[@EarthDilemma]

Even has a fireplace! That’s awesome! You decked this van out! I could live this way and be completely content.

[@rolfpiotrowski4325]

A camper van with lounge character! Congrats! 😎👍

[@michaelanthonysc3435]

Very nice! Great job Rick. Now enjoy sir.

[@marcellabrowning315]

My Father would have loved this. Your build is impressive and the music is perfect.

[@Maria-n6t2d]

Mr Rick is in some great physical shape! Good for him. Enjoy!

[@thrumizeeyez4827]

Wow literally one of the best vans/ layouts I have seen and it’s a low top. It such a small van from the outside and then the inside looks so big and organized. Love this

[@CarolsCurrentObsession]

It's a Tartus 😂😂 you didn't even know he's Dr. Who ....

[@illbeyourstumbleine]

He can stealth camp on any street with that set up. He really did a great job and I bet for 1/10 what other people spend on their van setups. Just using the shorter van he did saved tens of thousands. Building it himself also means he can fix it himself, which will save him down the line. Smart and resourceful man! Bravo! Wanna be like Rick when I grow up😂

[@CarolsCurrentObsession]

@@illbeyourstumbleine seriously ~ it really is one sweet build!

[@CuriosityKitty-j5j]

Awesome and you look really happy, I think this will be the future for many more people as it's getting really expensive to live in houses etc and also they get to move to other places , To be honest I'd love to live like this but unfortunately due to my circumstances I can't, so for those who can then go out there and and enjoy your life ❤ England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@TheGlueMill]

This man truly knows what the most important necessities are for this type of camping/traveling.

[@Iwontreadyourreply]

I see a lot of camper van builds and this one is up there for sure. Enjoy her Rick, you deserve it pal 👏🏼

[@jennslifeinhuntingtonwv2678]

Wow, that's super nice! It's one of the best I've seen.

[@dawnhewitt1]

Beautiful job,this is so cozy yet a great use of space❤

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It really is!

[@maddygvanlifer435]

WOW this is the most perfect roomie setup I have seen yet. It's perfect. Just perfectly functional. I have a used 1997 astro van I want to convert. Don't have the finances to do something as lovely as this but functional yet sweet is what I'm looking at. This is beautiful. God bless your travels.

[@shibbidydoowop]

Wow, the quality of install and layout is impressive.

[@kbkok8879]

I would love to see our government provide a van like this to every homeless Vet and different designs & sizes to accomodate disabled Vets. Maybe have a campground in every State with bathrooms and showers. A gas pump, clubhouse with kitchen and a covered deck to bq on. Firepits to sit and socialize with other vets. Visting Nurses & Social workers who come once a week to check on their services and medical needs. This doesn't have to be expensive running the camp ground on solar even water purification system where you can use lake, river or rain water to process. The great thing about being mobile is they can stay stationary or drive to visit family or friends and when the van is no longer needed it could be passed on to another Vet. Wouldnt you rather have your tax dollar go to someone who risked their lives for our country or send Trillions of our tax dollars go to foreign countries.

[@theoriginalkrabbypatty]

That would be awesome!

[@lydiakarlsen4003]

AMEN AND AMEN ❤️ 🙏 🙌 👏 ♥️ ☺️ ❤️ 🙏

[@gertagi110]

Fantastic idea!!! Wow! Reminds me of New Deal work programs ideas in 1930s ...and would provide good jobs for trade peoples too! Run for office on that Or write up some proposals for your ideas! Absolutely great!!👍👍👍

[@jerig2820]

I absolutely love ❤️ ur idea!! We owe sooooooo much to our Vets!! And , with ur idea, no more homeless Vets!!❤❤❤🚚 🚐 🚌❤❤❤❤🎖🪖🪖🎖🪖🎖❤

[@bahaar2825]

You should be President. You have my vote.❤❤❤❤❤

[@SirGriefALot]

This is awesome. It would be great to go on a long road trip and be able to stop whenever you get tired. I hate checking into a hotel just to sleep for a few hours and be back on the road at 7am.

[@tjtampa214]

Truly amazing design. 💗 Never seen one like before. Love it! Congratulations all around to you, sir! 🌿 Enjoy.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@NarutoUzumaki-Nam]

​@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Song name please 🙏

[@joypink5599]

This is genuinely beautiful. What an incredible build.

[@Heizenberg32]

I never seen a van tour that hits this hard

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Great 👍

[@grizzlo7300]

Beautiful van bud

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks 👍

[@joijencuyah2345]

You have every right to be proud! Amazing work! Happy traveling!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@ignitespark9293]

The way he got in the van was the most impressive. Keep it up sir.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

No doubt

[@doubletspodcastify]

What do you mean? He just climbed in like someone normally would lol

[@ignitespark9293]

@@doubletspodcastify After 45yrs old, that is not normal. That's aerobic lol.

[@doubletspodcastify]

@@ignitespark9293 well my aunt just retired from working at the Bridgestone tire factory and she is 58, and the only exercise she ever has done was making those tires, so sounds like as long as you are averagely active you should be able to get in and out of a van normally just fine. Getting older isn’t as debilitating as people make it seem

[@ignitespark9293]

@@doubletspodcastify as a software architect, I’m sure we all have the same life as her.

[@deeferguson9272]

1st class job !!!!

[@vickihatley4041]

Hey Rick My husband & I did a make over in a '69 VW van we bought in '70 We had many wonderful trips & fortunately we lived in the South mountains the foothills of the Blue ridge. So even if we didn't go far from the house we went somewhere where it was beautiful cooler. He met lots of cool people if you know what I mean. Have fun. Rick there's long roads. Winding for you to discover 💙🇺🇲💙

[@PKC2020]

Beautifully represented. I'm So jealous 😂. Love it!. At 64, im with you completely 😊

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much!!

[@ojg386]

“Live less on what you make” - Dave Ramsey. Enjoying life. Thank you.

[@Julian-1111]

Free at last, free at last, free at last. Enjoying every moment and well deserved. Thank you for the tour.

[@mitzioden4926]

All the comforts of home! Great build.

[@lynnepostings]

Is the van for full time living ... or just travelling ?

[@michellehanks9449]

Respect for this man living his best life!!

[@carolhieter3916]

Very nice build!! It looks so comfortable!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It is!

[@MrJacks1959]

Puts a new meaning into "Want to come back to my place" LOL

[@mddell58]

There are millions of people who are doing this in the USA! 🇺🇲