Upgrading My Homemade Truck Camper! New Fridge & More (ICECO APL35 Dual Zone)

[@posteroonie]

I'd flip the fridge around so that the end that needs ventilation is near the open air instead of being stuffed under the bed. It might run more efficiently that way. Cool vid, thanks!

[@ShiryouOni]

That iceco looks awesome, added it to my wishlist. Great video!

[@RonInAVan]

Nate you sure do have a way of making the best of a really small space!! Simple is always best, and having less stuff makes life easier. 👍🏻

[@williamley7380]

On those plastic drawers I did the basic, drilled a hole in the top edge center and at the bottom edge and used a bungee cord to keep it from coming open while driving.

[@277kne]

The Container store would be a good place to look.

[@zachgunderman2120]

Excellent. Now the stupid unbearable heat is over for the time being, too! Just be safe with the recent cold that has come early. It was like 47 the other night. You already know to have that sleeping bag ready! Got another year or so until I'm back to nomad life. Bless you, bro!

[@llorylloyd]

Add a pull out drawer with two wells under the bed to have your clothes and other items easily accessible instead of in a bag and hang your guitar over your desk

[@nodotoroam]

We have the same style cabinets but narrower, they didnt work so great untill i pulled it apart and made it a 2 drawer. Then used the other drawer by itself in another spot under the bed. Did have the extra up right left over (no top) but it made a new wooden top for it. Truck looks great in there. Cool fridge system too.

[@linda_lawson]

I love the minimalism. I would love to achieve that.

[@CharlieMarno100]

Life is a garden. Dig it.

[@alohatvn]

Very nice fridge 👌 👍 😍.

[@wirelessdj]

Hey, those slide out drawers can be separated so it could be one drawer two drawer or three drawer drawers. Simply take one out.

[@Eschatonx]

Dude, I just noticed you're almost 100k, congrats.

[@calvinmarshall1610]

Great upgrade and great video nice to see your still active!! Thanks for sharing

[@sheryllucero7497]

Wow, thats a nice looking fridge. Also sometimes simple is better.

[@BruceJividen]

That's a nice fridge upgrade. It's good to see you doing well, friend.

[@ElementLife]

Thanks, Bruce! Hope you're doing well.

[@rvboondocker2559]

Wow! Congratulations on 100k!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ElementLife]

Thank you!

[@delibakerytravel]

That Fridge Looks Great!!!

[@maxineoliver7404]

Happy New Year, Congrats, and keep going!!🎉🎉🎊🎊🎉🎉🎊🎊🤗🤗👍

[@ejcastro9518]

Perhaps using 2"×2"s you could build a minimal wooden frame for the drawers of which you could reduce the height to your preference and have a more durable frame that can be attached to the wing. Using wood will also allow for a more secure way to 'lock' the drawers in using dowels or bungees. Plastic will crack after awhile so replacing the frame w wood will increase its lifespan. At work I pulled 3 plastic drawers out of the trash and use them in a cabinet to organize my supplies. The frame was broken and I have used the drawers for 3-4 yrs w/o any damage to them. Just a thought

[@gumotx]

This video will push you over 100,000 subscribers! Congratulations!👍

[@jamescarroll0615]

Child safety straps for the drawers

[@classicscustomsandhotrodso600]

Always found that duel zone fridges. Use heaps more power than a single. Also, I found the freezer space was not enough. I solved that problem by using 2x60 litre fridges. One is a dedicated freezer yet they still about quarter of the power. So then I had another problem. What if I was thirsty when I was driving? I went out and bought myself a 15 L centre console fridge which is only on when I am driving. Your camper is coming on well though.

[@Gunapatifamily]

So close to 100k!!!🎉

[@rtshort]

Plastic cabinet should work out well. Nothing wrong with that. Lighter too.

[@Comoesa]

get a pull out shower, sink, and a dry flush toilet in there

[@danpocian9286]

I love you're minimalistic lifestyle. Happy holidays from Wisconsin

[@lynnef3297]

Nice and simple changes but with an impact. 😁👍

[@JasonRelaxation]

Couldn’t you just cut a milk crate in a little bigger then the size of rice cooker/air fryer then cut the milk crate and attach it to the wall then return that 3drawer thing?

[@evelyndunn50]

So happy for you getting a new fridge. Hope you have some great holidays coming up.

[@ElementLife]

Same to you!

[@SRTV580]

Little changes can some times make a big difference!

[@ElementLife]

I couldn't believe the difference these few minor changes made to the space!

[@bonniepwtf]

Good looking fridge/freezer. So light weight & fits like a glove. Do you think the height of the drawer unit will interfere with the air flow from the AC? Good to see you as always Nate.✌️😊

[@ElementLife]

It's a great little fridge! I tested the AC and it seems to be OK, but it's been so mild recently that I haven't had a chance to really see how the drawers affect the temperature inside. Once it gets warmer again I'll know more, but if it does affect it I could always modify the cabinet & remove the top drawer!

[@bonniepwtf]

@ElementLife Good point👌

[@lillypatience]

I always end up spending money after watching one of your videos 🤔😅. I love my little air fryer! I’m sure I will love my iceco 21qt!!

[@moustachemike3098]

I hope you had a great Thanksgiving!

[@michaelcoffey7362]

Nice 😊

[@bitminerbob6731]

Almost 100k subs my man!!!

[@blackarmouredbeast1989]

Not 2WD. You must put 4wd +,duel rotation wheels weight can carry

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Nice video

[@thecampingelks6730]

Nice setup Nate but how about a window. You’re not in solitary confinement, lol

[@ElementLife]

Lol, I love my 2 lil windows!

[@CMF_1]

Can you cut the top drawer section off? Making it just two drawers ?

[@ElementLife]

Yeah, I might do that at some point! Would be pretty easy to do and I could make a nice countertop area

[@CMF_1]

@ thanks for the reply ! Best of luck …. Almost 100k !!

[@ThePlanet_L.I.]

The 1 thing i dislike is the wire that connects both your batteries together. It's bulky & takes up space. They should've made it flat & angle the wire behind the battery packs like an L shape

[@ElementLife]

Yeah the awkward size of that cord is ridiculous, it drives me crazy!

[@Cam.Klingon]

Almost to 100k subs, you excited?

[@ralphtongos6328]

You blocked the AC

[@jbrat1967]

I’ve dealt w/ those plastic cabinets. They have a lot of dead space built in. Very inefficient.

[@ca98981]

Baby straps will keep them closed

[@amirbs]

Very nice! Isn't the cabinet blocking your AC now?

[@ElementLife]

I tested it and it seemed to be OK, but it is kinda blocking it. Eventually I might modify the drawer unit and just remove the top drawer. It's empty right now anyways haha

[@alohajason]

@@ElementLife i've suggested before, AC and exhaust fan shoulda been mounted higher

[@Timothyis]

Woot

[@loraypruitt5922]

😊😊

[@frank_III]

Have you modified your truck suspension any?

[@ElementLife]

Not personally, no. But I think the previous owner mentioned he made an adjustment to make it ride a bit higher.

[@LouSassoleS]

Is nate and shannon still together?

[@williammcneill2753]

The suspense.

[@RV_Chef_Life]

Did I miss something, can I ask what’s going on with the relationship side of things? Someone’s missing. 🤔

[@48661]

Several months ago it was announced that Shannon was no longer appearing in his videos. Maybe a cameo but not on the regular. This is my understanding….

[@jerroddooley374]

​@@48661 Nah. She run him off

[@rvboondocker2559]

Yes. You missed something.

[@zm694]

Have you considered ceiling mount “mule bags” instead of cabinets? “Mule” bags are expensive, but you can do the same thing with pet carriers for hundreds of $ less. Several KZbin videos on using them. Really convenient to load gear into bags in the house or garage or laundromat, carry them to camper, and hang on the ceiling mounts. Things stay really organized. You can see through the mesh what’s inside. U shaped zip openings make access super easy, especially if you use a few packing cubes.

[@jd24bdc72]

Hey can u make a video about what happened to your palomino pop up camper m, thnks.

[@ElementLife]

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[@loraypruitt5922]

😊😊