HONDA FIT/JAZZ - GK5 - SubZero (-5F/-20.5C) Car Camping Adventure - No Platform
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- If I would've worn a ski mask type hat it would have been perfect.
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Bro I just checked out your entire channel… I just got to say outstanding.. I travel for filming I’ve been sleeping in the front seat of my fit not knowing the possibility of this car.. I’ve been sleeping in the most of uncomfortable position lol.. your videos are gonna help my travel film.. now I don’t have to worry about overbooked hotels awesome stuff dude..
Thank you!
I'm not sure what videos you have watched yet, but I eventually built a platform to sleep on and also started sleeping the opposite direction with my head towards the trunk.
I found there was more room to stretch out and I barely put my feet between the seats.
Great videos! I have a 2013 Fit Sport. You’re giving me a lot of good ideas to use and enjoy the car I have. Thanks!
Thank you Kristina,
#SafeTravels
I'm a huge fan of Honda fit/jazz. New subscriber here. Power on bro. 👍🏻
For a 6'5, you FIT really good in that car ;)
@Aurelio Brunot oh yeah? well nobody gives a shit
@@mikara9108 Burned so bad his account is now ashes.
lmaoooo
Another fit camper on CZcams said it can barely fit someone 5 7?
#camplyfe!!bestlife!!
#JDMvanlife
It looks really comfy there 🥺. And snuggly
Nice setup. Greetings from sunny Jamaica. (no frost here..lol)
I'll be in Jamaica December for my wedding!
Gk5 squad!
Stand up
Do not regret my purchase back in sept of 15 Honda Fit is such a underrated car
Next for me will be coilovers rims and k-series swap
Keep it going bro much love and respect
Nice J-Turn
Trying to get heat in them as well, 😆
Loved this
Thanks Josh!
Dude I have a fit. Been waiting to see some cool builds for inspiration. Cool setup!
Thanks Alex. I'm currently filming my new setup. Here's a more updated video for now. I finally broke down and built a platform. Now I have room for a 12v cooler and much more. Have fun bro!
czcams.com/video/13nZXEJnElY/video.html
Seeing the evening routine is really helpful 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you.
Here's a link to my newest Sub-Zero Car Camping video.
czcams.com/video/SvO1P9QRpmI/video.html
It's also more up to date on my current Car Camping setup.
Enjoy :)
nice little camper I do the same thing in my prius V love it.
I have a new found fascination with the Toyota Prius.
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I really wish the Hybrid Honda Fit was available in the states.
Good mate. I’m also FIT gk5 user. Didn’t try camping yet but this car is utilised.
Thanks nick. Theres plenty more coming up.
@@HondaFit4Adventure yeah. Can’t wait. Your video very good. Mine just fit with 2 bicycle and cat cage at the moment. Didn’t try yet on camping.
Dear sir, you're quite the nut job!
Cool! And your Honda fit. Even cooler! I've got a 2007, but there's no way I'm going to do what you do for adventure LOL! You've got a new subscriber nonetheless
Thanks Diamond.
Can't see it well in the dark tho.
Hannah try this video. I give a tour during the day and demonstrate the bed under better lighting conditions.
bro you gotta limo tint that bisch you know that right. also just electrical tape that electric blanket socket in some kind of mcgyver style imo. i thought 40f in the cabin was cold, but you're insane and don't have snow tires either lol
Its 5% in the back and 10 or 15% in the front.
I've done a bunch of backpacking/camping in my day so sleeping in the car during the winter is a breeze, lol.bI dont think it's cold unless it's under 20°f.
I'll probably get some A/Ts by next year.
@@HondaFit4Adventure righteous man, i'm prob getting michelin agilis myself since they're supposedly a/t that's mountain snow rated as well. i felt your pain having to play the snowskid game getting unstuck! cool video man be safe!
@@BrandonLeeActual I might be getting some A/T's this winter, but they will be on some 15" rims.
@@HondaFit4Adventure yea boy! same the 15's have superior ride quality imo i'll never get lowprofiles again.
If you recline the front seats all the way back then remove the head rest, you can then fold down the rear seats to the front seats and I'm sure you will have more laying flatish 🤭space, I have a AWD 07 AUTOMATIC 👍🏾
AWD FIT! Nice. I've thought about importing the transmission on one for mine.
I sadly do not have enough room laying in the car with the seats in the "Magic Seat" position.
I eventually took out both rears seats and built a low profile platform to lay on and that gave me a few more inches to stretch out. czcams.com/video/13nZXEJnElY/video.html
More recently, I started to sleep in the car with my head towards the trunk which works out even better!
Thanks for that video , I’m 6’3’’ that on my project to transform a fit camp ,but I will remove the passenger front seat to get enough sleeping space ,and the driver’s rear seat to Built a kind of micro kitchen
Removing the passenger seat would be nice.
I think my wife would get mad though, lol.
Since this video I've added a bed frame. I lost 5.5" in headroom but gained even more in length. Here's an updated version czcams.com/video/13nZXEJnElY/video.html I'm still perfecting my kitchen setup too. Keep me posted.
Have you considered opening up the interior panels and adding some square foam insulation sheets?
Hi Mike. I think I'm going to do that for the hatch area where all the frost was. I probably wont insulate behind the side panels..... yet.
@@HondaFit4Adventure I’ve seen the panels at the home improvement stores with the aluminum foil backing for walls/roofs. Could be cut into custom shapes and added behind stuff with construction adhesive and adds a layer of sound proof and really doesn’t weigh much.
@@mikecalderon7992 This is true but I'm not sure how well the sheet insulation would work on the interior sides. czcams.com/video/oOE7YT63Bc4/video.html Here you can see directly what is behind the panel. It's a pretty curvy surface. Spray foam or mat insulation is another way of doing it, I would just tape over any wiring harness and do a light layer of spray foam over it just in case you have to access it for whatever reason.
Have you noticed a reduction in MPG as a result of the roof rack and equipment? Thinking of purchasing a Fit and converting. Great build...
The Thule Basket has a lowprofile design. That on top of the evo cross bar and the MPG drop wasn't to bad. It's a stick shift hond so I have some MPGs to spare.
The roadshower however has a flat surface at the front of the tank. I wish it was torpedo shaped at the front for better aerodynamics.
Before the RotoTrax Install I drove 3000 miles at 90mph and got 25.4mpg. czcams.com/video/5hS_tlLtVtg/video.html
This new rototrax install killed me though. I'm going to leave it on for winter though. In the summer it will be mounted differently as well as more effectively.
Let me know if you need help, even if you get a different car.
@@HondaFit4Adventure I've heard you can leave the ac/heat on in this car all night and it's not an issue. Is that true?
@@charleyu5506 I would not reccomend it. Even if the battery didn't die you would be shortening the life of it. The starter battery is not meant to be deeply discharged and charged back up again like a power station. A Prius or hybrid car would be able to, given it had a much larger and appropriate battery to run off of
Good stuff man. Did you end up finding anywhere to climb ?
Thanks Robbie.
I went to locate some boulders that were in my guidebook. Surprisingly there was one route that wasn't covered in snow.
I can't believe all the frost INSIDE your car!! Also, thanks for putting up the temps in F° and C° for us Aussie followers 😁
@donah_the_honda
Besides the windows most of it was located on the hatch! Since it's such a small area I may pop the cover off to insulate it. You're welcome. I know I see quite a few comments in other videos complaining about that. Safe travels mate!
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@@HondaFit4Adventure olllloploolo
May I suggest instead of cables and plugs, just invest money in a very good sleeping bag that suits the low temperatures you experience. Be prepared to pay $400 to $500 for Quality depending on the temperature rating you are looking for.
What is the coldest temperature do you sleep in your car? Its pretty colder in Québec, Ca. Last winter, i slept in my old car. Nissan versa 2010, with a similar camper setup. The temperature...-24°c under zero.
When its cold i use a powerbox 2000amps peak battery with a built-in inverter. 700 watts.
I connect a 12v electric heater/defroster fan only for keep the humidy % low.
Humidy its your worst ennemy.
I wear merino cloths too
Sleep gear: Canadian Army sleeping bag -30°c
The coldest night I slept in my car so far was this video. -5F/-20.5C and about -10F/-23.3C outdoors.
What 12v heater did you get? I looked around for one to run during the day when I had an excess of solar energy to use but they all looked cheap to me.
I have some Damp-Rid packs in the car.
I do have a warmer sleeping bag but it's rather bulky so I prefer not to use it for storage purposes. I do have a few more improvements to the FIT for winter since last year so -10F/-23.3C here I come.
@@HondaFit4Adventure try the cheaper one first but roadpro heater its pretty a good one
If youre not inside your car...dont used it. When the sun goes down, open one of your car windows. (half of inch). The humidity go out. When its time to sleep start your car engine or solar bank and make youre inside car dry.
The 12v heater its only to keep the humidity lvl low during the night.
I thought about doing this with my 07 but after seeing the inside of the car with the privacy panels, I felt claustrophobic just watching it.
I remember my first time sleeping in a mummy bag/bivy sack. I felt the same way. As we grow older we face our fears.
Cool idea with those privacy screens, how did you make them?
czcams.com/video/NdGePR5BNrE/video.html
Here's the video I made on making the inserts. The video description will contain the you-tube idea/design that I followed.
@@HondaFit4Adventure Haha I actually wrote this half way through until i realized that you said you had another video on making them. Currently watching it haha
@@phocia It happens.
What are those stickers you have on your windshield?
They're State Park parking passes.
@@HondaFit4Adventure thank you for the reply! They look good for parking passes
@@HondaFit4Adventure can you release more stickers on your shop? I’d like to purchase from you
@@AtomicMightExist New stickers and a shirt should be out by March 2021. I appreciate your support.
tried this once and my back was killing me from where the back seats fold. what kin of mattress are you using?
It's called a crash pad. It's a trifold gym mat that you can where as a back and take rock climbing. I'm sure there is similar things on amazon for cheaper but I do recommend something that can fold. I can fold the front 1/3 over and access underneath, I can fold the back 1/3 up and access the spare tire area or just take the mattress out in 5 seconds.
www.google.com/search?q=crash+pad&client=firefox-b-1-e&sxsrf=ALeKk018U4G9_4tAbkMv7fkqiRAFmofPOQ:1614196246276&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi9he3OpYPvAhWMg-AKHY0HBkwQ_AUoAnoECBgQBA&biw=1723&bih=1149#imgrc=ALWPzv9QY9MS-M
No defrost?
Yeah it has defrost. It's from all the humidity that you breathe out. I keep some Damaris packs in my car now.
Do you completely turn off the car ? How do you have the ventilation in side ?
Yes the car is completely shutoff.
Most if not all cars have a ventilation vent in the trunk among other places. I think people get a little to paranoid about sleeping in a closed car. Google Trunk Vent and see for yourself. honda-tech.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=303625&dateline=1357317962
How reliable is this car so far? Any problems? Based on my research the reviews are great. I am interested in a small cheap car like this. Either this fit or a Chevy bolt actually. But not sure about the EV technology at this point
I bought the car new and I'm currently at 80k miles. It had a small issue when I first bought the car that was covered under the warranty. The trunk handle also sticks.
Other than that I have no issues.
I would buy a Chevy.
What was the thing he picked up off the ground?
It would be called a traction or recovery board.
It's a durable piece of plastic with tiny nubs on the surface. You wedge this device under your cars tire when you are unable to gain traction due to mud or snow.
Here's another clip I have of them in action.
czcams.com/video/PNMd_gepVz8/video.html
With all windows closed and blocked, how do you get the air in for breathing?
Hi James, there are numerous vents located around your car equalize air pressure and prevent your windows from exploding while driving. These vents often located in the rear are called exhausters or extractors. You can see one of the Honda Fit's in this video clip czcams.com/video/pHaX2q1mlso/video.html
@@HondaFit4Adventure Thank you for your reply!
What size solar1 panel do you have and brand please
Hi Taylor, they are Renogy 80watt panels.
They are no longer sold on Renogy.com but you may be able to pick them up on eBay.
I think they were $80-$90 each at the time.
50watt & 100watt panels seem to be the standard size for smaller panels now.
In this video I had two 80 watt panels. I eventually upgraded to 3 for a total of 240 watts.
Next year I may switch it up to a 175 watt Semi Flexible panel and attach it directly to the roof.
Can you share the link to the specs of your battery?
Hi Phoenix, I believe this is the one that I'm currently using.
It's an EverStart 110ah Deep Cycle Battery.
www.walmart.com/ip/EverStart-Lead-Acid-Marine-RV-Deep-Cycle-Battery-Group-Size-27DC-12-Volt-750-MCA/164242687?athbdg=L1100
What tires are you running with?
205/50/16 Roughly the same offset.
My car is under 100k miles and I have one more extensive road trip planned then Ill be taking it up a notch.
@@HondaFit4Adventure Ahh thanks for the response man, Hope the next road trip goes well. Looking forward to that video.
@@TigerBiteMods Thanks Phil. I will be taking it in July.
What recovery boards do you have?
Rototrax. Heres the temporary install. czcams.com/video/PNMd_gepVz8/video.html
@@HondaFit4Adventure Awesome! I was familiar with their water and gas tanks but had no idea they made tracks. Thanks for another great install video!
@@mattcm32 No problem, I believe they were recently released as of last year.
Beter than a tent ha ha
No wind, but some moisture.
Travel and camp in both
How tall are you btw?
I'm 6'5 or 195.58cm
I eventually removed both rear seats and built a sleeping platform which helps me stretch out a bit more. czcams.com/video/Nkzsw8QcsTI/video.html
I also started sleeping the opposite direction with my head at the trunk and my feet towards the seats. I find easier to stretch out this way even without putting my feet between the seats.
You can see it here in my most recent Sub-Zero Car Camping Video czcams.com/video/d3mXvnHtG_c/video.html
Fire up that little 1.5 L engine and head to Florida shouldn't cost you very much money in gas
Florida Keys 😁
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Looks dangerous.
How so?
@@HondaFit4Adventure 0 degrees can kill you, that’s what I mean. If I were to do this at some point, I would definitely get some type of heater.
@@godemperormeow8591 I'm use to camping outside in similar temperatures, so I don't mind camping inside of the car and out of the wind. The sleeping bag I used in this video was rated to 15 degrees and the inside of the car only dropped down to 20 degrees. The sleeping bag combined with the electric blanket was sufficient. The only issue was keeping my face warm/covered.
I've slightly insulated my car since making this video. I tried it again at -21F czcams.com/video/SvO1P9QRpmI/video.html I used a lower rated sleeping bag with a USB hand warmer inside. It worked O.K. but I dislike using the red sleeping bag as it is a rather large and bulky item to store compared to the blue sleeping bag shown in this video.
I've also read that you'll wake up from being too cold before you actually freeze to death.
"Can you freeze to death in your sleep? People will almost always wake up shivering instead of freezing to death in their sleep. It’s only possible if they’re already severely hypothermic and badly suffering from the cold. It won’t just happen out of nowhere."