Van Tour of a Nomad Living Cheap in a Van

Today we see what a lifelong carpenter can do when he sets his mind on building a wonderful Tiny Home on Wheels inside a van! Wayne has done such an amazing job of making a comfortable home that we can all pick up lots of great ideas from him!
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[@happycamper5211]

He wins the tidy minimalist award!

[@CreatePleasure]

Wow. Wayne is not just a carpenter, from the looks of the interior, he's also very artistic with an eye for function, aesthetics and organization. I don't think he even knows how talented he is. Thanks for the video!

[@joshuakaeble7810]

He was a great guy! We were friends, and he was extremely talented with just about anything van build.

[@210195111]

I was going to leave a comment But you summed it up better .

[@letliveing3630]

Never saw a solar mount like that , the whole van is great. Thank you Bob

[@alericjohansen6775]

I have actually been thinking about doing something similar. i have 3 panels right now, but i have a 4th thats sitting in the van. my problem is the slope of the roof. which is why i was thinking of something similar to this. a rack of some kind to mount the panels and allow that to make the slope not bad, and be able to make the panels tilt towards the sun. I love how in the video he has the panels pointed the opposite way of the sun, but that could be just how he drove it for lighting for the video footage.

[@RetiredTony]

Love his little garage in back with tools and Yamaha gen...Best van by far!

[@jaymuraleedharan]

Yeah, the best one so far.

[@elisafrye2115]

This quiet man is a van-build genius! What a great interview. of a very impressive vanner and his equally impressive van! Thanks again for acquainting us with these gifted people!, Bob! ❤️

[@boomingbubblebus1470]

That is a BEAUTIFUL build!!! I LOVE all the white. Nice and crisp and clean too.

[@ari.4536]

The garage idea is brilliant.

[@shamrockgirl2075]

* FABULOUS use of space! * INCREDIBLY crafted! * WELL thought out!

[@juliemckinney339]

I have to say this van conversion is really classy. He did a beautiful job. Super clean and pretty homie feeling in there. I'd live in that van.

[@cynthiatx]

Neat, tidy and organized! I like that in a man! Great van build!

[@nancynightingale6267]

This is EXACTLY how I picture my van conversion if I were to have one. He did a beautiful job. I've always mumbled to myself, PUT THE ROOF FAN ON THE SIDE OF THE VAN, KEEP AWAY FROM MAKING HOLES IN THE ROOF ! And this guy did it ! His design/layout is perfect. It's clean and tight lookin. Love the white cabinets against the wood ceiling. I wouldn't, however, put a utensil holder 'thang' in a stainless steel "dish" embedded in counter like he did, tho. I'd have utensils tucked away in a drawer. With just another 2 feet in length to this van, he could have a lil shower/toilet situation closet, too. And, I'd prefer a higher ceiling.

[@angelgeeks]

Another sweet suite! As I watch your videos, I feel like I'm not only getting an education on CheapRVliving, I also have a front row seat and witnessing of the evolutionary process of a trend that I believe is only going to continue gaining in popularity for the foreseeable future. Really appreciate your willingness to do all the work you do in front of the camera as well as all the work that nobody sees when putting these videos together. "Documentarian Extraordinaire"! Thanks!

[@athiker7209]

That was one of the best and most organized conversions I've seen on a van. If that radiator fan can operate by switching the POS & NEG wires, a simple Double pole/ Double throw switch could be mounted on a panel, nearby. Wayne put in some good thoughts in, before the effort to create this jewel.

[@chrisk4690]

Nope…you must disassemble and flip the blades also.

[@johnzarn3367]

Holy Crap! What a great van.

[@tomcor33]

Yes I have known Wayne for quite a while. Great guy, has helped me many times.

[@Marimilitarybrat]

I love the fact that it is so on cluttered in his van. Clutter makes tiny spaces look much smaller. Well done

[@jimbarnaby3547]

Wayne is a nice guy. I met him in Ehrenberg. Neat set up.

[@visualtraveler5263]

Would have been nice to see what kind of van it was.. like, was it a long wheel base ? With his air conditioner actually being inside of the back, it cut into the interior making it smaller inside, by about 12 to 16 inches. But it doesn't look small inside, which is why I was wondering if the van was a long wheel base van. Looks very neat and clean. Good build. ✌

[@RJMoser]

My thoughts exactly...

[@tomcor33]

It's a Ford normal wheelbase.

[@visualtraveler5263]

Tom corcoran ..Thanks Tom,. you must know the owner ?

[@The_Other_Ghost]

I'm 5'9", and I can never imagine a non sprinter van with a bed that direction.

[@CheapRVliving]

Thanks Tom for posting :)

[@kgwilson1886]

great video Bob. That's an awesome van he built. I am anxious to see your van build. I hope it's coming along good.

[@livilou6165]

Love this build, so neat, but like pulling teeth to get him to answer questions! lol...

[@allisallaboutthedog6103]

just...wow. Bob how is your van build going. hope this guy is helping you.

[@lorismith3072]

Very very nice. So did he build that white kitchen galley? It looks like a piece of furniture. Very well done. I know you say the guys would like the garage but I think it would be very useful for gals, especially those who are artists. That would be a great place to carry your supplies. And it didn't feel like it took a lot away from his interior space. Cool.

[@kathylowry4813]

my thoughts exactly. I love to sew, paint, do arts & crafts. The garage would be a perfect storage for my supplies :-)

[@RameyRocks]

Lori Smith I was just thinking the same thing! like what would I do with all my crochet yarn and my polymer clay for sculpting?! If I can't craft I can't be happy!

[@ronmiller7916]

I'm wondering if the kitchen would be better back there. So you can either cook inside when it rains or outside.

[@debra7241]

Wow, I can appreciate how simple, clean and minimal it is. I would think that would make it easier to live in a small space.

[@philcapling8268]

Excellent tour of the build on this van, Bob. Wayne is a very talented guy; the work he did on this van reflects how thoughtful he was in his planning and final build. Very impressive! Thanks for sharing!

[@alexcarrn28]

this guy knows what he's doing. he is the first individual that I've ever seen in a van that has covered absolutely everything. I would have liked to have known how much benefit he gets from the solar panels and what runs off from them. but all and all he really did a fantastic truly fantastic job.

[@CheapRVliving]

We didn't cover Wayne's battery bank, but his solar panels cover his tv, microwave, fan, and even a/c for short periods of time.

[@tammywines9771]

This gentleman is amazing !! God bless him he knows how to do everything and his home is beautiful !! Bob your awesome for doing what you do by showing ppl we do not have to be tied to debt and can enjoy life and enjoy it comfortably !!

[@jodelacruzrocks]

I love the way this guy thinks, I’ve never seen that back wall design, pretty freaking smart!

[@mjroczynskiable]

By far has to be the best set up I seen very good ideas

[@LisaDawnn]

I find neat, tidy and organized men so attractive :) Does his bed lift up for extra storage? Does he block off the exhaust fan when running the AC? What a way to spend the last quarter of ones life!!! I hope one day to do this too. Thanks once again Bob!

[@dejonsmall9886]

Wayne won my heart with the Budweiser and V8 juice. This is a great van.

[@Lof1ful]

Wayne really did a wonderful job on this van. Very well thought out and installed. Thanks for sharing his creation with us Bob.

[@zanesutherland406]

He doesn't skimp out on anything! Lots of solar and great interior. Reminds me of a beach house

[@joegaragozzo1640]

Impressive. So many people with so much talent and they get pushed out of the system for many of reasons....mostly unfair. This man is a real craftsman. Mine would look like a mess😲

[@pamalapeterson5352]

Love the finishing touches in this build! Thank you for sharing

[@GodIsLove5bc]

Nice,clean,spacious and livable! Great job!

[@jojorenee]

This is what I would want, the comforts of home with pretty cabinets and I love the ceiling

[@ragemodels]

Wow beautiful interiors very Minimalistic and zen !!! great Job!!!

[@mtaylor2901]

I really enjoyed getting to see Jo's rig. So much great storage in a small place. As a fifty something aged gal I found the whole interview very inspiring and encouraging! Thanks for sharing...

[@V.Hansen.]

Finally an angled roof solar panel. I've been thinking how to do this. His is simple and effective. Love it.

[@grop66]

He did a great job

[@dennism5565]

I have to hesitantly state that of all the interiors of vans I have seen on this channel, the interior of this van is my favorite. Open and airy and clean and appears large. I would like one like this for myself.

[@lightspeedhensley3534]

lots of very good idea's in this van build, i like the cabinets and slide out fridge , also the tool area set up , very nice , and storage under the back .

[@lizneff9981]

Wow, beautiful workmanship - even the wiring is a thing of beauty. Fantastic.

[@Vod_MacDuff]

seems like it would be less work to just change the orientation of the vehicle to face the panels where they are needed, but I guess it's handy to make it so you can switch if you have to park a certain way.

[@bobbygoodin4147]

Wow! Wayne is awesome! It takes a creative mind to come up with ideas like those.

[@mingohernandez6475]

great van build I love the fact he repurposed a radiator fan.

[@KindaKrafty]

How incredibly creative he is with his space!

[@tootz1950]

Super solar set-up. Lots of room still in the garage, just a well organized van. Love it.

[@HARDMANALIVE]

This is what I want. This is the life I want. This is the van I want. I want him to do my van EXACTLY like his.

[@stinger4583]

Outstanding rig Wayne! Much thought and attention to detail went in to your van. I would imagine there are 100's of people wanting to employ your talents to modify or upgrade their rigs. Very nice. Thanks Bob.

[@carter_1]

I just found your channel...and in two days time...I've watched over 20+ videos!!! I am absolutely in awe, and this is totally My DREAM LIFE!!

[@SUVRVing]

Great build. I like that his setup doesn't look too cluttered thanks to the cabinets and everything else he built. And the garage is brilliant.

[@12sisters1bride7]

this is one very clean van

[@lisafowler8731]

Wow, one of the best interiors I have seen. Very clean lines, great building skills. Love it all.

[@kathylowry4813]

Wow ! This is the best van conversion I've seen so far ! Excellent use of space and materials. I'd love to buy a used UHaul box truck and hire Wayne to design and retrofit it for my tiny home on wheels. Great video, thanks !

[@CheapRVliving]

Thanks for watching Kathy!

[@helenmallazzo2870]

Wayne did a fantastic job converting his home. That is the nicest job i've seen to date. Really !!!. Everything is laid out and organized so well. There has to be some place to install a bath room with a small shower. I cant get over your home, honestly really and truely you have an amazing God given talent. It is laid out so well. Good Luck with it in the future. Happy Trails !!

[@preachersdtr1]

Wayne's got all the necessities & comforts in that small area, and it's still tidy & convenient! I liked the woodworking in the ceiling etc, and I liked his sanitation & odor control tip about the potty, too. Thanks for letting us visit via video, Wayne. This was very interesting. (: Thanks, CheapRVLiving, for making & sharing this video with us. (:

[@costa2984]

This is real neat. in every way, one of the most beautiful builds I've seen, but I think it's because everything is kept so clean and neat and uncluttered. Wonderful job

[@ladycharsw]

What a cool van. I am a 73 yr. old lady, and I would live I. one if I could rent one lol. Everything is down low, the bed, even a toilet. thanks

[@yesiownfrodo]

I love this interior! And that garage, my dad said you can tell a lot about a man by the way he cares for his tools. Nice job! Rather amazed. I mean, this is BEAUTIFUL. So peaceful and tidy. I didn't see how he washes dishes or clothes, but maybe he doesn't have many dishes to worry about. I saw the shelf. So where is water stored? I think I missed that. Great job. So clean, tidy, home like. Very attractive.

[@DayDrifterTV]

Thanks for sharing... great van... nice guy, too.

[@juliecastagnaro2868]

Very ingenious. Open, light decor. As you said, ”Very Pleasant”. He could make money helping others do this.

[@abourg]

smart to cook in the back, and he can watch tv from his seat to his bed, he has everything and more , its pretty good he kept that space in the back for tools and propane ect... always fun to see your videos Bob

[@aquastone4792]

this is what I want. best design by far and truly focused on what counts

[@scotts4007]

That was one of the best set ups. He did a good job on that!!!

[@sueg2658]

Very nice set up!

[@cathymiller3086]

What a great set up!! Thank you for sharing!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Elle-jf9yg]

Beautiful! No messy cluttered unorganized or full of stuff like everyone else's

[@imck76]

wow! That swivel seat is BRILLIANT!! Ooh what a beautiful cabinet n sink.. (gasp) That's a real A/C! ventilated garage, this has to be the most brilliant van design I seen.

[@patrickjones6400]

I like the way he's set up his van. Along the lines of what I'm planning. Wish I could find out more about his TV and wifi antennas. Nice job.

[@lass-inangeles7564]

Very nice build, such good wood craftsmanship on the little shelves! Clever garage and AC/fan system. At first I thought Wayne sealed up the back doors, but he built a second set of doors, which is smart as you can keep the garage contents locked while having venting. Also makes a good spot for a solar shower. Glad to see he has a toilet. This makes dry camping much easier. I wonder why Wayne and others use the heavy glass solar panels? The glass ones weigh 38 lbs each compared to 1 lb for flex panels. Why tilt them the other way? Just turn the van around. We think we need to tilt both ways, but in the city, you cannot be stealth if you tilt at all, so they will remain flat. In open country, you can park any way you like, so why tilt, just turn the van around.

[@KJAdventures]

Really nice van build out - the wood details are spectacular! Thank you for sharing. 👍

[@David-rx2to]

I think the red tray under the AC unit was probably a condensation evaporation tray, but if you put a drip hose on the condensation line, and ran it to a closed bucket...could this be a small source of water? Great, great idea to build the "garage", mount the AC there, and vent it through the roof.

[@Ebacherville]

Wow, great conversion! The garage idea is great. Its like a mini toy hauler..

[@ladybugsarah6671]

This is my favorite van rebuild so far...he should think about rebuilding for a side job. I would have like just a little more info and look see in more of the cabinets etc...really great job. 👍

[@chopper680]

Thank you Bob, I really enjoyed this. If I were able I would like to have a van as that. Wishing all a good day and time

[@heathcadyable]

That garage idea!! I can’t part with my tools they are very important to me. I’m going with this idea! Perfect for the ac system as well. Those units are cheap and when they go out you can buy a new one anywhere!

[@cosmokwong1262]

Awesome build! love how he has everything so organized. it's necessary in a van.

[@JohnMason-Hill]

Wow. He has so many clever ideas. Love the AC and garage. Brilliant. Thanks for showcasing this build Bob!!!

[@mtaylor2901]

One of the nicest conversions I've seen! So well thought out and beautifully crafted. Thanks for sharing it.

[@derykmacleod4979]

Very impressive! Inside is nicely done, having a "garage" is handy and the solar mount was pretty ingenious!

[@stevenvo1284]

Thank you for your video Bob. I love his house and the garage.

[@3shellyiam]

I've been thinking I would like a conversion that felt kind of cottage like and this one does! Love it! And it is so organized and well thought out.

[@colt4x5]

Very very nice! Love the solar setup, so he doesn't have to turn the van around to grab the sun from the other direction. And yes, that garage/utility area looks very practical. Thanks for sharing!

[@ChemtrailsAreKillingUs]

Really nice inside area and really good garage setup. Glad to see someone using spray foam, that's smart.

[@JeepGeneral1]

Best for sure. I love this build!

[@markdemelo7643]

Wow i can't believe the room he has holy crap. This is simple & yet the best design ive ever seen. Very practical, i could easily live in that & love it to.lol awesome video ty

[@Lulu5771]

Wow. Great build !!! Love how it’s laid out and the carpentry is stellar ❤ Also, having an AC unit is the bomb ! Also that fan is a great idea if you don’t want a max air.

[@grayeagleswolves]

Bob this was Sweet I loved it thank you for showing us lots of Ideas here

[@cynforrest]

Outstanding! Best van build I’ve ever seen. Thanks for sharing Wayne’s clever build, Bob!

[@im11000]

Thank you Bob, what a nice job Wayne has done.

[@scottcarlon6318]

Well stocked pantry. His skills are apparent, very well done.👍

[@brendamarine1694]

Very nice, you can tell he's put a lot of thought in his design. Very functional. When we started our farm, we lived in a 34 foot motor home for 4 years with two children and did very well. You really don't need a lot to get by. I really like his organization as well.

[@deborahsalazar3286]

Absolutely one of the nicest & most functional van conversions I have seen! Such quality work Wayne. Thank you for sharing.

[@Lovepeacejoy..]

This is the best van set up ever!! I love it....Thank you for this Bob.

[@duane4972]

Great van layout ! Thanks Bob, good interview.

[@maine044]

Bob, you always interview the most interesting people. Wayne has some amazing innovations! I was trying to figure out how to bring all my tools. Now I know exactly what I will do. Thank you.

[@cleverblonde4406]

thank you for sharing your van and its clever layout.

[@LifeBetweenTheDash]

Beautifully done. I love the clean simplicity. What an artist. I got so many ideas.

[@sinfullyblondie]

I really Love this Van Build he is one Talented Man and i can't wait to get my Van or School Bus to join Ya'll :) Tnx Bob for another good Video :)