Pilot converts airline box truck to Tiny Home w/ scissor lift!
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
- Southwest airlines pilot, Mark, won an Aircraft provisioning box truck in an auction and decided to turn it into his Tiny Home on wheels! And because this box truck has a scissor lift, he's able to get the best views at any campsite. He calls his house the "SnakPak!"
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OPENING MONTAGE DRONE SHOT: Jonathan Benabed
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0:00 Intro
0:54 Deciding to live off grid
1:34 Why this rig for an tiny home?
1:58 Purchasing and building out the box truck
2:34 Total cost
2:45 Overlander stats
3:12 Customizing the home
3:38 About the box and scissor lift
4:39 Utilities
5:35 Roof raise & solar setup
6:21 Front porch
6:46 Kitchen tour
8:53 Bedroom
11:02 Heating and electrical system
12:57 Mini bar and storage
13:25 Wood stove
14:39 Bathroom
16:02 Closet/clothing storage
16:34 Back patio w/ grill
17:25 This is heaven
17:57 Outro
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The contrast between structured fighter pilot and relaxed hippie living his best life is so yin and yang! Great episode.
I love how he added his own touches to incorporate his military service while also humorously keeping the snack design. Every inch is well planned out. The wood accents are gorgeous! Very cool home, and definitely a true man cave!
Finally! A dude who is gadget happy with a totally original house! Awesome build
This is, by far, the most creative idea I've ever seen for a tiny house.
5 stars to the tiny home pilot, we salute you sir with mega bro respect
Terra respect pilot.
...he doesn't look that small.
This has got to be the most tech savy Armageddon safe tiny home. Also the most customized one I have ever seen, so much thought went into this. Way to go!
Armageddon safe?…lol, people talk about that all the time…people better get God saved, then you don’t have anything to worry about no matter what comes.
Nothing will survive Armageddon.
@@Andy_M986 good thing no one has to even consider this a possibility.
@@robinbrown7953 Bigger chance for armageddon than for God to save anyone.
*Like how he is set up to be off the grid for months. When he's at work does he park it rased 17' high?*
What a guy! What a build! Pilot, self sufficient minimalist with a tiny house on wheels. He's living the dream, 20 times over! Good on ya mate!
This tiny home must have won an award some where. Very solid and creatively made. 🏆
He's so ready for the zombie apocalypse. Totally can envision him living safely inside this tiny house from heights while zombies roam below. That hydraulic system is so cool! Glad to see the tiny home works so well on him.
LOL, I was thinking the exact same thing.
Really I was thinking.. this guy is never gonna get a woman living like this
@@dawnjohnson9726 I don't think he wants one, I read people very well & I'd definitely say he's a commitment phobe!!!
@@melissabenson6749 With family courts and laws the way they are now, many more of us men have become commitment phobic. The risk is simply too high with divorce rates North of 50%.
@@dawnjohnson9726 He mentioned his "kids when they were little" so he had a wife/partner at some point.
Former USAF Crew Chief on F-16 fighters. May have run into Spanky on the flight line… great rig! Thanks you for the tour 🌿
More than likely !! 😜
I definitely want this guy with me during the zombie apocalypse. This is just incredible!
As soon as I saw this I said the same 😊
Beta male's 😂😂😂😂
I 100% had this idea at the airport the other day-thrilled someone pulled it off!!
Your tiny home channel is my favorite because you allow the people to talk about their place without interrupting them with a bunch of needless talk. You get to the point. We’re all here to see these tiny homes. There’s some other channels out there that drive me absolutely crazy. You’ll be 10 minutes into the video and they still haven’t shown the home. Well done
Love the idea of repurposing an old scissor food truck into a mini home. Also keeps him safe from the critters below while he sleeps.
still lacking a moat around the truck.
unless those 'critters' steal the truck
Love it great job enjoy
@@snapon666 he was special ops. That ain't happening.
@@snapon666 But the truck would still be drivable, so he wouldn't be stranded. And he has the security system.
This has got to be my favourite build I’ve ever seen! It’s so nifty and the scissor lift actually adds value to the experience by giving you that added view and a feeling of safety like being high up in a tree. The inside is full of stuff that’s FUNCTIONAL he built it himself after thorough planning but he’s got great pre-made goods like the coffee machine, the fridges and the air conditioning unit. The porch is such a vibe I can’t even begin to describe. The angled roof for not just looks but to catch rainwater, there’s a flagpole which is nice if you’ve ever had the pleasure of raising a flag you’d know, finding a use for his neighbours old skis, the decals and motifs that actually have meaning as to his career experiences.
*sigh*
It’s just beautiful 😍
thank you so much for the compliments!! a true journey this house has been!! and still!!!
@@markpankey5689 Oh and I forgot to mention you leaving “The snacks are on me” signage is just big brained. One day I too would like to have a snack box like you 👍
Amazing guy with positive vibes and energy. Love!
Best and most unique tiny home I have seen so far.
Ok, this is the coolest tiny house I have seen so far. It amazes me how the houses reflect the interests and personality of the people who make them.
Amazed at the personalization and amount of features and utility everywhere. It's great when you get to live in a place and really make it your own. Envious and hope he has pride in his amazing home. Very cool.
Yes, hands down, this is the most bad-ass tiny home I've ever seen.
What an awesome build! There have been some great ones on this channel but this is so well thought out, and truly qualifies as unique! I will never look at one of those trucks at the airport the same again. Nice how there are so many off grid features, while still being capable to hook-up to shore power - making it so adaptable to go anywhere. Bravo!
lots of pre-planning and design went into this rig! every time I'm at work, I'm always checking out the different features of the trucks on the ramp and the drivers look at me like I'm crazy until I tell them the story! LOL
OMGEEEE!!! I’d love to fly with you, and hear your stories!!! I’m a FA for SWA!💙❤️💛✈️
This is great !! And , a big thankyou for your service to our great country ….
I love that build! There's so much personality and humour and imagination and pure technical skill involved! Everything's so well thought out and customized to be exactly how he wants it. I'd love to meet this guy on the road, he sounds like a nice and funny person to hang out with. :)
By far the best. Love the tech, craftsmanship, and functionality. I’m just picturing him in the cockpit on a SW plane, staring at the food trucks loading up the plane and him thinking…
“It’s perfect”
This is one of the most unique, well thought out tiny home/campers I have seen.
Wow. I love this. He's prepared for so many things. A lot of thought went into that build. Thanks for finding him and sharing his story.
His special ops training is obvious when you look at how he's planned everything for this home, it's an incredibly well executed design and I congratulate him on making something work so well and I bet that if he made a business making these types of home's he'd make it a real success.
A new level of coolness. This is most awesome box truck tiny house on wheels ever. I want to live like this.
As an lifelong airline worker this is so cool! Good for him he definitely had a plan and accomplished it well!
Yeah this is one of the most unique builds i've ever seen
i have never even seen a converted airline provisioning box truck conversion before at all!
This is the coolest tiny home I may have ever seen in my life! I've been working on my van for my wife and me and we're really excited and you've just knocked the wind outa my sails! I'll live! Great job man! My wife is a collector of rocks as well so she loved the board of the states with the rocks you've collected with your kids. It's all so cool! Happy for you!
How delightful! I got such a kick out of this build. He has everything he needs and more! Fun watching the lift go. And the espresso machine!!😂
This is so amazing 😍 What a creative guy and so talented
Wow. I've seen a lot of builds - but this is in a whole different category. Mark manages to pack so much in so little space - the elevated front porch is particularly fascinating. His ability to create intense prospect and refuge via his scissor lift is quite compelling. Thanks for documenting his work. Nice job.
love his systems and the planning that went into this tiny home.
This is the first tiny house where I’m actually jealous of the owner! He did a great job, it looks like a cozy place to be
I'm not jealous, but sure as hell am envious! I know what you mean.
an awesome unique tiny home . . . for sure. The Scissor-jack is by far my fav feature.
Yeah, never get that "knock knock" in middle of night in a parking lot, LOL.
Talk about a man living his dream.. this is by far the most unique living space I've ever seen created to date. So very fitting for the time frame that we're all heading into. Lightspeed to you brother Mark you're an amazing individual..✨
My favorite bit is that he did not set out to recreate a house that could fit in a box, he kitted out the box to suit his needs and wants. It's not for everyone because it's so specifically for him, but I'm sure everyone understands and likes the specificity of the build.
The "cluttered" look may not be for everyone, but I love it. Easy access to everything.
“I had a plan.”
Damn…no kidding. But all jokes aside, this guy seems like one of the most tech savvy (and super intelligent, in a general sense) tiny homeowners I’ve seen. Very cool, indeed.
Right? pilot, welder, HAM radio operator, amateur electrician, weather man, etc.
@@ws8061 thank you ! my Daddy is to thank for making me work starting in 7th grade and learning how to do all those things when I was young! just had to knock the rust off and a little CZcams time !!! it's true,; if you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything!!
You sir, are a living legend. I salute you.
me too, Spencer... Mark, everything about you is great... thank you for your service and the wonderful example of a man you set for the rest of us...
God bless this man he served his nation he’s still serving the community and is living his best life amen 🙏🏼
One of the most if not the most unique tiny home. It’s brilliant.
This guy has style, skill and excellent taste! What an awesome build! I love it! Best I have seen! I'm sure he hears this daily!
Hey Mark, I was a pilot and got furloughed twice. Now I’m a controller working for the govnmt, money is definitely not everything. Glad to see your creation, thanks for sharing.
OMG, that’s the coolest tiny home/RV ever! Super cool guy! He thought of everything for the build.
Great filter for dating women too, lol!
Thank you and filter works like a charm!!
So impressive! My favorite part was the wooden map and rock story. Very blessed children! 💜
Seriously one of the coolest builds I have ever seen and I watch tiny home/van build videos constantly. Dude seems really cool too and is living the Dream!
This man has got it down pat. He flies the aeroplane , & he’s home is a box scissor lift F650 truck. He’s got it set up so it’s private & personal to he’s livelihood where he only has to press a button & the back porch lifts to about 17 or 18 feet high , it had to do this so he could keep prying eyes 👀 away. Also these scissor lifts had to go around this height in order for them to put supplies on the ✈️. The way he’s got it set up is a kudo to him. It sounds like he’s had a few different job’s in he’s career which has come in handy for him along he’s working career. All i can say is congratulations to this very smart human. Who looks after your smart home when you have to go on a working trip on one of the planes?. How long is a typical trip that you have to take?. How long have you been doing this gig for. Do you still enjoy it?. Where have you been in your home on wheels 🛞. What’s the closest call you’ve had doing this job?. Well it’s been great having a chat with you sir , take care , be safe , i hope you stay well , cheer’s , & have a very Merry Xmas. Bye for now. You sound like you would be a guy to have a great time with out on the town. 🎉👍🎅🇦🇺
Definitely animal proof in the tundra
@@citigirlcountrified1927 hi 👋 citigirl. “Ha , Ha” very good. But i was wandering , what would happen if an elephant or a rhinoceros gave it a good nudge , or a giraffe dropped in for breakfast one morning?. Your making something to eat , next thing you know you’ve got a giraffe’s head stuck in your kitchen window. “Ha , Ha”. Having said all that , getting back to the point , yes it would be the ideal vehicle 🚗 for such a trip. Especially using the scissors for looking over the plains & other interesting spots the scissors would come in handy , citigirl. Nice talking with you , have a great day.
my Dad started me working when I was 12 on a farm! tons of different jobs which I found out extremely helpful not only for this build, but my life in general. building houses, a cook, dishwasher, welder, learned to plasma cut, electrician, mechanical work on the farms, apple orchards, cheese factory ! all during my youth and college. I'm normally surrounded by friendly neighbors on BLM land and have a security system and live cameras with motion detectors which I monitor. the box itself is would be extremely difficult to get into compared to regular home - lots of metal welded bars/slides and big locks help out with this. about 2.3 years getting more fun by the year! I've been all over the western US! Moab, Havasu, Vegas, salt lake area, Tetons, Glacier NP, Washington state, Bend OR, Tahoe and more to come! close calls ? youlll need to call me for that, but more than I can remember.
@@markpankey5689 Hi Mark. Mine started me round the same time putting in telephones for he’s mates on the sly. I would do all the dirty work , like getting under the houses to run the wires for the phones. Golf day’s as he’s caddy , especially the bus 🚌 trips to the golf clubs , talk about drinking grog , he was cool that way. Boy did i regret it the next day though Mark. Ha , Ha , Ha , anywho you have a good one , good talking to ya. Cheer’s & Merry Xmas 🎅.
This truck is maybe the smartest build I've seen yet.
I had the pleasure of camping near Mark this fall in Montana. I wanted to say hi but our schedules didn't mesh up. I was so sad to see him leave! I live off grid from May to October, this coming spring will be my 4th season being nomadic. I however don't have a fancy place like this. (Very cool) I actually camp off grid right out of my suv. :)
you'll see me out there one day again!!! I've run into people more than once over the years of living on the road and it's so awesome crossing paths again!
This is the most functional home I have ever seen and would love one for myself. Having the home hooked up to the truck lift system workks wonders for me. I envy you the freedom that your home provides. Thanks for sharing. From Texas with love and appreaction!
There are quite a few tiny homes that have been incredible. But this one tops them all. Everything is well planned out & done to perfection. There can't be a man on earth that wouldn't give his left arm to own this. And no doubt there are many women who wouldn't love to tag along with this handsome, intelligent, creative, fun guy. But what sold me on him is that he served our country. And even better than that, he did it in the USAF. I was raised an Air Force BRAT. Go Air Force! 🇺🇲❤️🇺🇲
AirForce brat here too. Mark reminded me of a supercharged version of my dad. My mom and dad both served in the AF, that's where they met and I was born in a base hospital. I try to be prepared myself. I have some bugout gear and survival skills. I admire the extent to which Mark is prepared to survive and also how he's done it in such an obviously enjoyable manner for himself.
@@hannakinn thank you so much for your parents serving our country. And from one BRAT to another, yay us! ❤️. We had such great lives didn't we. I have always felt blessed. It so prepared us for all the trials in life. Things are getting crazy in the world, but I think we'll roll with the punches better than most. I pray for you and your family to be kept safe, and have your needs met. 🙏❤️🇺🇲
@@TRoth858 thank you for such a nice response. After my father got out of the USAF he became a policeman, then a Border Patrolman, then a criminal investigator with a branch of the US government. Mom worked for the government as well. We moved an awful lot. Moving that much had it's benefits and drawbacks. Always the new kid at school and it was difficult to maintain friendships. Long distance phone calls used to cost a lot and letter writing usually stopped after a year or so. It's probably a lot easier for military brats these days with unlimited calling, texting and social media. I do think growing up with dad in the military taught me to be tough, resilient and it exposed me to a lot that I'd never have seen or known about if I'd lived in the same area all of my life. We sometimes lived in areas where little white girl me was the minority, I think that was a valuable life lesson and made me a better person, everyone should be the minority for at least a few months of their lives. I'm not social but am comfortable with people of all types. I ignore social status and can get along with most people. I think I'm more accepting of others than most people my age. I also appreciate what little I do have, having visited Mexico weekly with my mom at one point and having lived places where people dug through our trash cans for food to feed their children, I know my life could be much worse. We used to buy food and leave it for the trash pickers and we'd pack up our leftover hot meals and leave them out when we knew they'd stop by. At one house we had to shut off our outside water because our house had become the go to spot for poor people to refill their jugs and our waterbill was out of control. It's been an interesting life. I sometimes feel that we military brats deserve some of the perks offered to those that served because we all served in a way too. We were a military family, dads service, his devotion to country impacted us all. Would be cool if we could shop at a PX once a month or qualify for the Veterans Day discounts. I know that's not going to happen. I never know what to say when people ask me where I'm from, I was born on a base and spent all of my childhood moving about. I have no home base, it's weird to belong to nowhere, have no roots, no childhood home, no childhood friends. I'm sure I'm not alone. Military Brats represent! Lol
@@hannakinn I could so relate to what you said and how you feel. Though it was hard always moving ever 3-4 yrs, I wouldn't change a thing. Though my dad retired back in 72, and having lived in the same city now since 73, I still often feel like the outsider or new kid on the block. I am still in touch with the best friend I had from 1st to 4th grade. She's never left the area she grew up in. I think she's only been out of that state 3-4 times. I can't even comprehend that. For me the hardest move for me was leaving England. My mum was born and raised there, and all of her family was still in the same area. Being able to spend 4 yrs there, getting to see my nan & grandad, cousins, aunts & uncles was glorious. I've been back 5 times, but that's no where enough for me. Oh, but most of my relatives used to come and visit quite often.
I think that's awesome that you would leave food out for those less fortunate. Living where I live that is hard to do. The crime has gotten so bad. And with homeless, it's not safe due to the drugs, needles, broken bottles, and bodily wastes being everywhere. When we moved here, there were some homeless, but now it's out of control.
One of the things I loved most being raised a BRAT was not seeing color. We all just loved and supported each other as fellow brats and as proud Americans. I never experienced racism till after my dad retired. I've been descriminated against a few times for being white, which bothered me the most because I've never been racist, towards anyone. I pray for unity, but doubt it will happen anytime soon.
I was blessed to be married to military, so I still have base privileges. I'm in my 60s and can't imagine not having it. I wish I had the privilege of going space A, but don't. I think with your dad's service to our country, his city & state, he and you mom should get every benefit out there. So many sacrifices were made by all of you. If we ever meet, I'll take you on base. 🤗
This one wins the most creative, functional tiny home award.
Thank you for your service, fighter pilot and fair winds sir!
Side note: that truck is living a great life now and with a great Tennant. Good watch, thank you. Cheers!
He is taking a truck conversion to the next level... Good job! 🙂
I've thought of the "house on a truck" thing before, but the scissor jack idea is brilliant. 👍🏻
good job bringing this story and he did a great job with his snack truck/home. I thank him for his service, he is living the American dream he built! I used to deliver boxes to another former military pilot and S.W. pilot.
One of the coolest homes I've ever seen!! Amazing!!
Ohhh snap, it’s my uncle mark! He never even mentioned doing this. He’s a total bad ass. When he does pushups, he pushes the earth down
This is an exceptional build and life Mark. Congratulations.
I have never even thought of this type of box truck with the lift, that is so sick! So awesome.
I've thought about a box truck my grandfather had after he retired to work for himself. It originally came with a steel mesh ramp that folded down. I'm just thinking that would have made an awesome back porch these days.
@@drg5352 yah that would be sweet to take like a bottle of wine with a lady and keep it like at a slant under the stars!
Wow this is awesome first time i saw a house like this
This is the coolest tiny house I've ever seen👍👏👏👏
Thats easily the best conversion ive ever seen, absouloutely amazing, i want one, ❤️❤️💚💚👍👍
WOW what a rig! First off, love the “snacks are on me” on the side. That’s hysterical. Really well done. Enjoy your home. Happy travels!
You have considered everything and its all so cleverly worked out to enable you to camp in the middle of nowhere for days on end. Its sooo amazing and maybe one the best, and most technical I've seen!! 👍
what a wonderful tiny house, nice pilot
Truly a one-of-a-kind, thoughtfully designed tiny home with several artistic elements. As a fellow cyclist and outdoor enthusiast, I think this build would also be ideal for me. Thanks for sharing your home with us and describing the details of your design.
This is by far the most amazing home I've ever seen. Bad arse!
This story will skyrocket the cost of those vehicles! Brilliant!
This literally changes everything!! ♥️
That was doozie well done mate phil from Australia
The most impressive home made RV I’ve ever seen!!
So much more sophisticated and better laid out than my home on the water. I really love all the personal touches too.
Now that is the coolest small home ever, to me anyway. Every square inch seems like the perfect answer for that situation.. great job on the build....
You got it right-Living life to the fullest!
"Waking up with no where to be and no stress, is the most liberating thing in the world."
I concur.
Great rig. I always wanted to live high up in a fire tower.
This is a cool conversion the outdoor deck is my favourite part can just imagine chilling there on a warm summer's day/evening looking out over a beautiful view and maybe having a nice cold beer or other drink.
Absolutely,LOVE it!!!Genius . My favorite tiny home . Wish he had he’s channel to follow he’s adventurous 😍This is real loving .
My Instagram has my travels and chronological build in the highlights! links in details !
A tiny home that seems to be actually livable and functional. Damn nice job.
Such a cool home. Best I've seen yet...or at the very least top 3. Awesome channel 🔥👍🏽
THE TOP!
My relative retired from Southwest over 10 years ago and this makes me think about how little I know about the airlines but it's really cool that you're able to have a truck that they owned for your home
Security was something I liked
I’m currently enrolled in Airlines Academy and want a rig like this for mobile living. Thanks for the inspiration!
Wow, this guy is a genius at practical design and all the tech that goes with it. Wish I could do that! Inspiring build!
“Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner” 😂❤🎉 “Awesome Build” and “Awesome Pilot” 💜🛩🥂🍾
USAF meets Mad Max in the best possible way -- WOW.
Mad skills and incredible imagination went into that build! Awesome
Wow, wow. This is by far the most amazing build.
I've watched tiny house build endlessly since about 2015... Best one so far!
One. Of. The. Best. The world could crumble and Mark can drive off to survive on his own. I love how homey it is. Espresso machine? Boy! Everything is so practical and functional despite of the tiny space. This should win a lot of awards!
Thanks for the kind words sir !!
Very clever design it literally has everything you need to be comfy and the view's from your deck would be amazing...you sound so happy with life which is wonderful stay safe 👋💜
The man had the ultimate overland base truck so he makes a treehouse... Not sure I'd have gone that way with it but I'm glad he is so happy.
That scissor jack is a trip as is your front deck. Everything is very practical. Good build.
Wow! Impressive. Natural creativity has no limits. This guy is the living proof of that. Salute!!
This is the greatest tiny home I've seen so far
Hi Jenna..
Nice of you to have featured this Elevating Tiny House on Wheels.
More of these please..
That just might be the coolest RV ever.
Very unique and smart. He gets an amazing view where ever he goes. Genius.
I know that feeling and I wish this guy nothing but the best!