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This channel is about van conversion into camper, van life and enjoying the great outdoors! It’s for Van Lifers, future Van Lifers or outdoors adventurers!
It is about motivating and helping people to go with a do it yourself (DIY) project of thinking their own van conversion design, building of that conversion and having fun with that camper!
It’s also about giving great tips about van life!
This channel is all about fun and enjoying planet Earth! There will be also great outdoor adventures!
It is about motivating and helping people to go with a do it yourself (DIY) project of thinking their own van conversion design, building of that conversion and having fun with that camper!
It’s also about giving great tips about van life!
This channel is all about fun and enjoying planet Earth! There will be also great outdoor adventures!
Toilet system: Easy and roomy! (van conversion)
In this video about van conversion, and van living, I explain my toilet system, and why I think it is the best!
Here are some interesting related videos:
My van tour video:
czcams.com/video/qJjL-NWeoVI/video.html
Van conversion technics playlist:
czcams.com/play/PLB4vW5hB1e8Vi9wM9OzQU59NtSmpUAHXH.html
Van conversion concepts playlist:
czcams.com/play/PLB4vW5hB1e8UunSPpQ3_QWsLnhXUldJU2.html
6 van life survival tips!:
czcams.com/video/2umcgfROWw8/video.html
How to avoid overheating brakes:
czcams.com/video/LPWnID2L6u8/video.html
Also, you should enjoy watching this playlist about “trips and tips”:
czcams.com/video/Zg3aDjbSZJk/video.htmlsi=-j8hjhzJFzx2Umca
I really appreciate knowing from which state or country you have just watched my video. Please, leave me a comment about this.
Take note that I am not sponsored by anyone. You have my honest and raw opinion.
Synchronized captions are available in English and in French.
Here are some interesting related videos:
My van tour video:
czcams.com/video/qJjL-NWeoVI/video.html
Van conversion technics playlist:
czcams.com/play/PLB4vW5hB1e8Vi9wM9OzQU59NtSmpUAHXH.html
Van conversion concepts playlist:
czcams.com/play/PLB4vW5hB1e8UunSPpQ3_QWsLnhXUldJU2.html
6 van life survival tips!:
czcams.com/video/2umcgfROWw8/video.html
How to avoid overheating brakes:
czcams.com/video/LPWnID2L6u8/video.html
Also, you should enjoy watching this playlist about “trips and tips”:
czcams.com/video/Zg3aDjbSZJk/video.htmlsi=-j8hjhzJFzx2Umca
I really appreciate knowing from which state or country you have just watched my video. Please, leave me a comment about this.
Take note that I am not sponsored by anyone. You have my honest and raw opinion.
Synchronized captions are available in English and in French.
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Van tour: updates after 5 years (minivan)
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This video is a van tour of the updates that I have done to improve my minivan conversion over the last 5 years. In this video, you will see what I would have done differently in the initial build. Here are some interesting related videos: My van tour video: czcams.com/video/qJjL-NWeoVI/video.html Van conversion technics playlist: czcams.com/play/PLB4vW5hB1e8Vi9wM9OzQU59NtSmpUAHXH.html Van conv...
Minivan conversion: Electric system (easy DIY)
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In this van conversion video, I explain how I did my electric system set up. Take note that every principle explained here is good for a large and a small van. This system is fully tested. I have been using it for five years starting in 2018 to this year (2003). Here are some interesting related video: My van tour video: czcams.com/video/qJjL-NWeoVI/video.html Van conversion technics playlist: ...
DIY shower cabinet (van conversion)
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In this van conversion video, I explain how to do a simple, easy and inexpensive exterior shower cabinet for a van conversion, a suv conversion or car camping. My system is fully tested. I have been using it for several years. Here are some interesting related video: My van tour video: czcams.com/video/qJjL-NWeoVI/video.html The importance of having a shower: czcams.com/video/dQ8oxGuAxoI/video....
Nova Scotia road trip: Unexpected discoveries! Plus 3 travel tips!
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In this travel video about Nova Scotia, I will share 3 travel tips that I have applied on my Nova Scotia trip. Most of all, I will share what I think are Nova Scotia’s unique jewels! There are some really nice videos on things to do in Nova Scotia, but I don’t know why, some gems where missed... So as a complement to these videos, mine shows what I think are Nova Scotia’s unique jewels! UNESCO ...
6 van life survival tips!
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This video is about preserving the future of Van Life. I have been van lifing and car camping for more than 20 years in all kinds of vehicles. There was a time when it was much easier to travel that way. Now, with the popularity of Van Life, there is unfortunately an increasing number of restrictions for overnight stays. This really concerns me! With my channel, I am helping a lot of people rea...
Bed design mistakes (van conversion)
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This video about minivan conversion, and van conversion, highlights what I think are 18 bed design mistakes. Often, at first look, things look great, but ultimately, some aspects of a bed may not be that convenient... In the video, you will be able to see parts of my converted minivan. If you want to learn more about the overall conversion, you are invited to watch my van tour: czcams.com/video...
Flooring: minivan conversion
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This video about minivan conversion, and van conversion, explains how, and why, I did a hard floor. It also discusses how relevant it is to do a hard floor versus using a carpet. When this video was released, this hard floor was almost at it's fourth birthday. So as usual, everything presented on my channel is always fully tested! In the video, you will be able to see parts of my converted mini...
How to save brakes! (van life)
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This video about van life, and car camping, explain a few tips how to save brakes, and avoid brake problems while traveling, especially on mountainous terrain. Those tips are good for any vehicle sizes. You will learn how to save money, and travel time, on your brakes. In the video, you will be able to see parts of my converted minivan. If you want to learn more about the overall conversion, yo...
Ultimate solar shower (DIY van conversion and car camping)
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This video is about van conversion. I explain how I did my solar shower system, including specific features to be used with a van, a minivan or a car. It includes interesting safety features that I consider a necessity. This video is related to a previous video about hygiene. I invite you to watch it: czcams.com/video/dQ8oxGuAxoI/video.html In the video, you will be able to see parts of the con...
Bug screen window covers (van conversion and car camping)
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This video about van conversion and car camping, explains how to do bug screen window covers. It is the continuity of the video on managing temperature in a van: czcams.com/video/L6Ryi76fHOc/video.html And also the continuity of the video about how to easily do stealth insulated window covers: czcams.com/video/p7qh2hM4wDY/video.html Both videos are also useful for car camping. In the video, you...
Avoid misery! (van feature)
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This video is about van life and van conversion. I will talk about a van conversion feature that I think must really be considered when planning to travel in a van... In my opinion, not having this feature will not only put shadows over your happiness, but at some point, may make you feel terribly miserable... This video is part of a series about van conversion concepts. Here’s my playlist: czc...
Stealth insulated window covers DIY (van conversion)
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This video explains how to easily do stealth insulated window covers for a converted van, or for car camping. This video is part of a series about van conversion. Here’s my van conversion technic playlist: czcams.com/play/PLB4vW5hB1e8Vi9wM9OzQU59NtSmpUAHXH.html In the video, you will also see my converted van. If you want to learn more about it, you are invited to watch my van tour: czcams.com/...
11 mistakes to avoid (van conversion)
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This video is about minivan conversion. It presents 11 minivan conversion designs that I would not recommend. The motivation for this video is to help you choose wisely your van design.My reflection is based on years of experience. This video is related to my video playlist about van concepts, check them out here: czcams.com/play/PLB4vW5hB1e8UunSPpQ3_QWsLnhXUldJU2.html Within those 11 mistakes,...
Van Life in cold and warm temperatures
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In this video about van conversion, I will explain how to manage cold and warm temperatures in your van without the use of AC, or an added electric or fuel heater. The video explains van conversion aspects, night tips and van life accessories. This video is part of a series about van conversion. I invite you to my playlist about this subject: czcams.com/play/PLB4vW5hB1e8Vi9wM9OzQU59NtSmpUAHXH.h...
Sandbanks plus a van life tip! (night tip)
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Sandbanks plus a van life tip! (night tip)
How to secure cabinets and bed (DIY van conversion)
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How to secure cabinets and bed (DIY van conversion)
USA Coast to Coast road trip (EPIC 8500 miles)
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USA Coast to Coast road trip (EPIC 8500 miles)
TABLE: movable and foldable for van conversion (very easy)
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TABLE: movable and foldable for van conversion (very easy)
Solar panel installation without drilling holes (Van Life)
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Solar panel installation without drilling holes (Van Life)
Van conversion MATTRESS: how to cut and tips (EASY)
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Van conversion MATTRESS: how to cut and tips (EASY)
Van conversion BED: Folding sofa bed DESIGN (DIY and EASY)
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Van conversion BED: Folding sofa bed DESIGN (DIY and EASY)
Van conversion: ideas and thinking about features (DIY)
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Van conversion: ideas and thinking about features (DIY)
Van conversion: build cabinets (DIY and TRANSFERABLE)
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Van conversion: build cabinets (DIY and TRANSFERABLE)
Van Tour: DIY conversion with a stealth van (FAST and INEXPENSIVE)
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Van Tour: DIY conversion with a stealth van (FAST and INEXPENSIVE)
does the mylar still reflect radiant heat if the fabric side is facing out? or do you need to flip it at night when you park for stealth? also, will a small gap between the curtain and window lessen the insulation if it still blocks the light from the inside? i was thinking about making my curtains more oversized and using adhesive magnets to place them on and take them off, it would be a 7.6mm gap.
Where did you camp in Halifax ?
Walmart side parking
Best bed build I have seen!
It really sleep well 👍😃
I've just found your channel and thanks god I made it before start my van conversion. I wish you the best and thanks!! ( regards from argentina)
Wow, very impressed with all that you have done. If only i enjoyed doing it. Would love to have the final product though. 😂
Been looking for ideas on how to layout my build, this layout is about as optimized for space as i have seen, thank you
Hello Eric. I’m visiting my boyfriend in Tennessee and we are working on converting a larger van than the one I had before and I am making a folding bed. I’m watching your video and I have to ask if the cushion covers are all separate or sewn together? Thank, take care.
They are not sewn together. Enjoy your project Lori ✌️ Tennessee 👍
Thank you from NorCal
It's a pleasure! Love Cali 🙂
Hello nice video
thanks 👍
I have a tin top vanagon with the little folding table that comes out. Your conversion is the closest thing to that. The basic backseat that flips to a bed. I’m not sure why this can’t be produced commercially now, it must be something to do with safety.
This design is simply perfect! In fact it is coming back, but unfortunately with an electric version. Which is not necessarily appropriate when you travel outside of civilization... ✌️
Thank you, Eric, from Jack in Florida. And one additional thought about costs: Your total conversion cost ($5,000) can be found by simply buying a car 2 or 3 years older. A new or 'newish' van isn't needed, just a well maintained van that has been a cared-for family member.
Well said! Thank you Jack for your comment! 👍 Florida ✌️
Eric, you have shown this mounting hardware & table on many of your videos and I was hoping you would show it in some details. And Voila! here it is. Thank you from hot, steamy Florida.
It's a pleasure Jack! ✌️
Bonjour de Yamaska, pres de Sorel Tracy
Bonjour Lyne! Merci ✌️
So many of these geographic 'slices', so many good memories returning for us! Eric, I expect you have made a trip up to Alaska in your minivan but the search function say's 'no'. Is that true? You seem the perfect candidate for such a trip.
It is on my bucket list! Thank you Jack for your comment ✌️
@@ericenjoysearth2756 Eric, here is a small gift for you, in case you have missed it. 6-part series by someone who travels like you do. czcams.com/video/TnxwKAyPhlU/video.html
Thank you 👍
Long term sailors and boat dwellers will be familiar with many of these ideas....and they will use wind scoops, too.
Thank you Jack for sharing your experience ✌️
Eric, it's a treat to have these "bite size" videos available, so one can watch, then reflect and evaluate these techniques at one's own pace. Thank you once again, from Florida.
It's a pleasure Jack! Thank you for your feedback 🙂✌️
Well done, Eric. I'll be looking for your sequel videos on your electrical system. One note: I'm surprised your entire DC electrical load is distributed THRU your MPPT Controller. I hope Renogy built in good protection for that. Also, I wonder what AC services you use beyond the computer and small device charging. No microwave in the van, correct?
So far, Renogy is doing a great job. I am satisfied. No microwave cooking for me. In fact I don't use AC power other than for PC. Power conversion is less than optimal... ✌️
Eric, a note--the video about "steps and cost" is not placed in any of the three playlists as far as i see and only available by viewing the menu of all your videos. I think it's a wonderful video and you should consider putting it in either the "technics" or "concepts" playlists. Thank you for your invaluable videos! I just bought a 2005 Sienna and am starting my building, bit by bit. Cheers.
Hi Eric, watching your helpfull videos from Florida. Helping my son converting his Honda Odessey. You are an inspiration! Thanks so much!
Thank you Wanda! I am glad to be useful in that Florida project! ✌️
What a collection of gems you have created, Eric. Your videos seem to combine practicality with minimum fuss in the same way you have created your magic carpet. Thank you!
Thank you Jack! I really appreciate your comment! 👍
Great tips, well-presented. Currently in Eugene, Oregon.
Glad it was helpful! Oregon 👍
Eric, I've enjoyed many of your videos here and appreciate your practical but also creative approach to solving van life issues. Thank you. I am in Florida...but before that, I lived in Arizona, Montana, Maryland, North Carolina, Nevada, Connecticut, Rhode Island and California. Your ideas seem applicable to each of these locations. Thank you!
Hello Jack! Thank you for your feedback. It is much appreciated. Yes they are applicable! In fact, I have tried them in each of those states! ✌️
J'adore ta van , j'aime ton lay-out pis toutes ce que tu peut faire.
Merci Lyne pour ton feedback 😃✌️
Pourquoi avez-vous choisi de faire vos vidéos en anglais (avec un accent bien français 😉) ?
Pour rejoindre un maximum de personnes ✌️
Thank you so much for your wonderful videos Eric! I am just starting on my own adventures (just got my 2018 Grand Caravan yesterday!) and your designs will most certainly be the foundation of my build. Your videos are so informative and a pleasure to watch ❤ Thanks again, from Atlanta Georgia
Congratulation James! Have fun with your conversion project. It is fun! Thank you for your appreciation 😃👍
i am doing my CRV build 2.0 currently. I was very inspired by your sofa bed. The relative dimensions don't work in a CRV (obviously) but the spirit of your build is alive in my new build. Thanks for the great content and safe travels.
Thank you Philip! Enjoy your project! 😃✌️
This was super helpful, Eric. I definitely vote for a video on the techniques. I would also love a video where you talk more about how you handle wet gear, like wetsuits, swimsuits, and in my case, snow gear.
Good video suggestions! Thank you for your feedback 😃👍
I love your channel, I subscribed right away and binge watching. Do you offer consults for a fee? I want to ask how you would modify to add a space for a cat and his litter box. We have an almost identical Toyota van. I was thinking to make a tunnel on the way in/out of the litter so he would leave the litter in the tunnel and not track inside the van. Maybe the tunnel is even constructed with charcoal filter pieces to contain smell, and a tiny computer fan could be used to vent the smell outside. I could imagine a tunnel along the top and side of the interior of the van or zig zag to lengthen the tunnel, so perhaps the box would be under the bed or somewhere near a door to have access to clean it just like you have access to water jugs from the outside… If you (or anyone) has other ideas I would love to know and if Eric you can give us a consultation to do stealth minivan with two adults and a cat, I would so appreciate it! Merci Beaucoup! We are from western Canada 🇨🇦 thanks for a great channel!
Thank you for your appreciation! Under the bed seems to be a good idea. But it must be secured correctly for those situations when you have to brake hard! ✌️
Thank you for your appreciation! Under the bed seems to be a good idea. But it must be secured correctly for those situations when you have to brake hard! ✌️
@@ericenjoysearth2756 thank you, Merci! 🙏
I've lived in a minivan for 10 years....get a storage unit and keep your extra stuff in there. It is worth the money.
Thank you for sharing! 👍
Thanks from Ottawa!
It’s a pleasure, from Vancouver presently! 😃✌️
Hi Eric, thanks for nice video, looking forward to see more! You mentioned that battery needs to be connected to controller before solar panels, or solar panels will get damaged. Would solar panel get destroyed also in case you use kill switch to isolate battery and there was no load on things connected to controller?
I don’t think that the dommage would be to the panels, but to the controller. Isolating the battery would have the same effect. It may not systematically damage the controller, but it may… ✌️
Omg 2X isn’t even fast enough!! 😫😩
Fast enough…? About what…?
Great info video. Anders from Sweden
Thank you for your feedback! Sweden! Thanks! 😃✌️
Southeast Michigan! You are the best. I am thinking about van life travels with my Pacifica mini van. So I have watched a lot of videos. The ones is yours or a Virgin of yours is the best. So I thank you for sharing with the world your great mini van conversion. Thank you! 😊 PS I am going to do my first mini trail run to Mackinaw and St Ignace which I go every fall. But stay at a hotel. This time it will be my van.😊
Thank you for your appreciation! I am very glad of your comment! Enjoy your conversion project. You will definitely save money on your trips. I wish you a nice trail run! ✌️😃
Thank you for the practical design ideas
Glad you like them!😃✌️
Dear sir what a joy to watch and learn from you! I'm so glad and congrutulate you on not being bachelor anymore! I wish that your beatiful wife bring you plenty of great kids, who you'd teach your great qualities! Good people should have lots of babies
Thank you for your kind words. I am glad to be of any help in you project. Enjoy! 😃✌️
Dennis in Miami. Thank you for the video!
It’s a pleasure to be of any help! Thank you for your comment. Love Florida 😃✌️
i think i've watch all your videos and it makes me feel confident to build one! thankss a lot for that!! however, i cant seem to find videos on how u made those sink cabinets...would u mind to share them?
I am glad that my videos convinced you! Sure you can do this, and you will be proud of your success when you will use your conversion! Good suggestion video for the kitchen cabinet 👍
Thank you! Joseph from Trebic, Czechia
It’s a pleasure Joseph! Czechia! 😃✌️
It’s a pleasure Joseph. Czechia! 👍😃
Thank you for the help!! From the United States of America ( Ohio) peace&love
Thank you my friend. I wish you the same! ✌️ Ohio👍
Salut de Montréal! Un jour… un jour :)
Merci Andrew pour le salut. 😃 Un jour, certainement! Tout part du rêve, puis on passe à la réalisation. Tu vas adorer ce beau projet! ✌️
Great video! I'm following these instructions exactly and am really enjoying the process. I'm in Perth Western Australia. It's a good time to start car life as it's not hot yet. New subscriber! I'm looking forward to following more of your tips - especially on how to keep cool - Thanks Eric :)
Enjoying the process, that’s the way to go! Thank you for your feedback! I am glad to help you in your project. Presently you can watch this video: czcams.com/video/L6Ryi76fHOc/video.htmlsi=7hh5rU9EUUJf3QY5 Thank you for your suggestion. I will certainly do another video about it! Australia! 😃✌️
from Switzerland, thank you for the tips 🙏🏽
Switzerland! Great! 😃✌️
I’m from Texas, USA and enjoyed yourwindow cover video, I just made my own.
Congratulation! Thank you for your comment 😃 Texas👍
Hey Eric, it looks like you didn’t combat the sloping? Did I just miss how you made it level 🤔?
You have to shim to get levelled and avoid movements (wobbling). My floor is levelled and solid as in a house! 😃✌️
Does panel #1 open up for storage like panel #5? (I’m trying to determine how many hinges and panels I’ll need to have both sides open for storage.)
Panel #1 open with the same movement (hinge set up) as panel #5, but I preferred to slide plastic containers under this one. You can be siting doing so.✌️
I love how sensible you are, after learning that some RV/rest areas require certain types of toilet systems prior to entry I thought it was absolutely necessary, but since I want to start stealth (in a Sienna just like you) I now know I don’t have to overthink it yet lol! Merci!
Exactly! I am glad to be of any help in your project. Thank you for your comments. I really appreciate ✌️
Hello @Eric, I watched your video and could see that on the inverter you did the right decision: You chose one with a pure sinus output. Unfortunately you did not mention this fact. People who are new to this topic will often buy a cheap inverter without pure sinus, which can damage some devices.
Thank you for your highlight ✌️
That's a great und cheap shower, thank you for showing. I like these modern high pop-up-tents. They're not much more expensive than your shower-cabinet, but they're build up very fast, and there's no need to take the shower directly beneeth your car, and you can use it for your toilett, too. And with the zipper-door there's no risk of opening by the wind. The only real downside is the package: One more peace of kit in the car with about 60cm (but relatively flat).
Storage space is major for me. Especially for something used a few minutes per day. Those pop-up-tents also take times to dry. Very much faster to dry a curtain with a small towel, and the day it does not look to well, they cost less than 5$ at dollar stores. I will never use one of those pop-up.✌️
@@ericenjoysearth2756 Goog argument, and for your information: I don't live in my van, I use it in camping-mode only for "long weekends" or for up to a week at a time. So of course our needs are a little bit different from each other.
Merci 🎉 I think I have decided on going in this direction thanks to you! Safe Travels 🚙🧡
It’s a pleasure Nikola! Enjoy your project! 😃✌️