Van Conversion Tour | EVERYTHING you need in a small space

[@madilynndawn]

HI!! yeah i had to hop on the van tour bandwagon…These kinds of videos make me feel like I’m giving a presentation to a class LOL so I’m not the best at them…This video really put me through the wringer - 1. filmed it 3 times due to audio issues (this took ~ 6 hours) 2. each time I forgot to mention something, so yeah pls ask if you any questions about anything lol 3. editing the audio in post was the hardest thing ever, but I actually learned a lot along the way, so yay! Have a great day! :))

[@gh0stmal0ne]

Subscribed :)

[@cherrysIushie]

One of my favorite van builds. This isn’t just a build it’s your home on wheels! I love it ! Very cozy

[@madilynndawn]

Thank you 🥰

[@idk8964]

really like the astro conversions. Sacrificing some space for MPG and AWD is 100% worth it and they have super solid engines

[@madilynndawn]

Exactly! I really enjoy the freedom to go pretty much anywhere because my van is so small. I do often wish I had a high top, but I have been to some amazing places a high top couldn't ;)

[@peterstubbs8587]

I love your candor. Don't lose that.

[@fredricjulien8738]

Thanks for the van tour, Madilynn. It was a pleasant surprise seeing you on a Wed. morning. Your presentation was very thorough and complete. Thanks for putting in the extra effort due to your audio problems. I hope you and Athena have many more adventures and miles ahead in your small but mighty "space ship." 😄👍🐺 Safe travels. 🚐

[@madilynndawn]

Heh heh I was hoping to surprise some people! I love that you always read the description, i tend to assume no one reads it lol Thank you very much & have a wonderful Wednesday :)

[@MrRKWRIGHT]

Good afternoon Madilynn. Thanks for sharing - and welcome to vanlife. You're certainly off to a good start. Your van remodeling skills are absolutely outstanding - and so are your production skills. 😍😍

[@murielwagner1182]

Thanks for the tour. I enjoy all your videos. I am building out Pearl my 92 Astro and I'll be out on the road this Spring... Safe travels my friend

[@madilynndawn]

That is so exciting! I love the name Pearl as well. Good luck on your build! 🍀 and thank you!

[@vanessavasquez7954]

Hey! I loved your video, Where did you get your fridge?

[@Moukass]

Found you on Julia's channel, you have a beautiful energy. Sending ♥from Morocco, appreciate the freedom vibes and big smile

[@wrxs1781]

Good tour, happy camping, and go somewhere warm.

[@ruebennomura9143]

Like your Chevy Astro van

[@jasonjones5213]

You did a great job.I love the Astro vans.

[@madilynndawn]

Thank ya Jason :) I love them too

[@nathanbrand4607]

Thank you for the van tour and All the kindness and goodness that you put out into this world each and every day. Wishing you and yours an amazing week. All the best. Take care:)

[@madilynndawn]

You are so kind! Thank you!

[@fosback13245]

Very professional layout. Looks really comfortable :)

[@sagebrush7202]

I have a diesel heater too. I'm going to get a wood camping stove too, for my cabin on my property.

[@madilynndawn]

Wood stoves are amazing, one day I want one in my forever home!

[@sagebrush7202]

@@madilynndawn heck yeah. They are cool

[@billjones6106]

Great video, love your van. Looking forward to your next video.

[@winterisblu]

Been waiting on a van tour from you. Great job

[@madilynndawn]

Thank you so much! I’m not totally confident in these kind of “planned” videos, so I appreciate it :)

[@winterisblu]

@@madilynndawn can’t wait to see your confidence flourish This was one of your best vids I’ve seen and I’ve seen em all. You do this very well.

[@seH2i]

New subscriber. Glad I found your channel ma'am. It's been a few years since I had an ASTRO van & I've got plans in the works. I appreciate your channel.

[@madilynndawn]

Hi!!! I'm so happy to have you here :) good luck with your plans! Astros are awesome.

[@mariekemarieke7621]

Like your van and love the van tour. I think most of us sleep horizontally 😜

[@madilynndawn]

lolol that is true 😂

[@craigmorton8693]

Cute little van!

[@you.me.this.5338]

Just found your channel, good use of space..

[@madilynndawn]

well hello & welcome :D Thank you so much!! I’m happy with the layout.

[@sonjadlong7554]

1999 Astro Van is my home ❤️ She was called The Beast by the family who owned her before me. I took out the passage seat, the middle captain chairs and I actually sleep on the folded out bench with a crib mattress and a memory foam topper. It's been a interesting two plus years. I don't have much space because I have crates for my Whippets who are also doing Van life with me 😂😂😂 Thanks for pointing out your roof fan. Is that wired to electric? Curious ✌️

[@madilynndawn]

The beast is such a cool name and so fitting! Yes, it is a 12v fan and wired in!

[@lanaeshonestopinion]

My husband and I are wanting to get into this life! Your van setup is amazing! I definitely want a little shelf like your bookshelf! I made a video on my page (1st video I've ever made so it's horrible 😆) but any advice on starting is greatly appreciated!!

[@MariafromthePhilippineIslands]

Julia Brooke brings me here. New sub. Nice van. Small but functional👌👌

[@thomasyerosic5683]

Well done👍🇨🇦

[@lasharonbrown9454]

Awesome 🚐

[@KingSolrac]

cool !

[@chrismcgill]

holy shit I Iaughed so hard with that sped up part 😅😅 I thought I was trippin out at first lol anyway, pretty sweet that you're back in the rhythm of van life. Hopefully I'll have another van someday soon so don't give up because I need you and others for inspiration haha funny (sort of) sidenote: when I had my Dodge Caravan, one of my friends I used to give rides to used to call it my Jesus van because of the song "Jesus Drives an Astro Van" 😜

[@madilynndawn]

LOL that must have been a trip, sorry about that 😂 I hope you’re able to get another van soon too! The market is getting a teeny bit better. Oh man, I love that! That song is pretty good, as an Astro owner i have to like it hahaha Take care!! :)

[@bryans8656]

You and your boyfriend did a terrific job.

[@serenityjewel]

Question - Hi! Thanks for the tour. How wide is your bed? I'm 5'7" and I'm in the process of figuring out the layout in my Sienna. Thanks!

[@madilynndawn]

hi!! I'm 5'7" also, my bed is the width of a twin (38") & a couple inches shorter than a twin, I'm not sure the exact length. It's tight, but it works!

[@serenityjewel]

@@madilynndawn Thanks!

[@andresesparza3476]

You’re definitely a raver! 🔥

[@-VanLife4ever-]

Can you make a new video of you just showing it going around and inside. I like this build and would like to take some inspo

[@mariaSanchez-ub7ds]

how did you find one already made?

[@garyt2005]

Your heater....What brand and how much. Easy to install ?

[@madilynndawn]

I just have the Chinese diesel heater - the brand I got specifically was Happybuy, but there’s a bunch of them on Amazon, it was about $150! I haven’t had a problem with it, but I’ve heard of others having problems with the cheap ones. It’s not too bad to install. I think the worst part is cutting a hole into the bottom of the vehicle :p then it’s just putting all the parts together

[@michelle14749]

Do you still have the camper you renovated?

[@madilynndawn]

Yes! We still have it :)

[@michelle14749]

@@madilynndawn Thats great.

[@chellelivinggreen]

New subscriber here. Great video!!

[@madilynndawn]

hello & welcome!! :)) thank you so much, happy to have you here 🤍

[@tinale3643]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@creativedesign3657]

Hi madilynn it's Tony I would like to know one thing when are you going to put the hot tub in of course had to LOL by The Way you look marvelous I'll see you in the next video take care of yourself have a good night and pleasant dreams

[@sophiasmith5715]

I love your cute lil van ❤ sweet girl 😊

[@nikitinsley]

💚🥰💙

[@angelacanedit]

how do girls survive living in vans without toilets!! it bewilders me

[@jimmariano9684]

you are a tall girl how do you fir inside apparently you can not stand inside the van .. and how do you take a shower and pee

[@robertmartin9901]

Nothing that easy about van life plus filming it all. Sounds like you're missing that boyfriend..

[@JuliaBrooke]

I love it🥹❤️ it’s got all the necessities and it’s so cute🚐💙 random question but how is it on gas?

[@madilynndawn]

thank you!! If I could stand it would be perfect LOL it’s okay, I get roughly 15mpg & can drive ~300 miles on one tank!