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Travels with Rob
Приєднався 23 січ 2021
This channel is about minivan camping and conversion, van life, adventure travel, and low cost ways to enjoy the natural world.
Pellet Fire Pit for Home and Camping
This video shows how I modified a smokeless fire pit for burning pellets. It provides a great way to enjoy a fire at home and when camping.
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The stainless steel mesh used in the video was obtained from Amazon: www.amazon.com/TIMESETL-Stainless-Steel-Woven-Wire/dp/B07Q6PPXYW?pd_rd_w=44fJY&content-id=amzn1.sym.928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_p=928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_r=QQBNG2S7H5V25T497CEE&pd_rd_wg=DPg2r&pd_rd_r=8d91c03b-494c-4a47-b36b-9bd6c8e420d2&pd_rd_i=B07Q6PPXYW&ref_=pd_basp_d_rpt_ba_s_2_t&th=1
Check out my minivan camper conversion series at :
ua-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/pid83AxMG4A/v-deo.html
The stainless steel mesh used in the video was obtained from Amazon: www.amazon.com/TIMESETL-Stainless-Steel-Woven-Wire/dp/B07Q6PPXYW?pd_rd_w=44fJY&content-id=amzn1.sym.928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_p=928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_r=QQBNG2S7H5V25T497CEE&pd_rd_wg=DPg2r&pd_rd_r=8d91c03b-494c-4a47-b36b-9bd6c8e420d2&pd_rd_i=B07Q6PPXYW&ref_=pd_basp_d_rpt_ba_s_2_t&th=1
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I Applied for National Park Filming Permits, Here's What Happened
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This is my experience applying for filming permits to record video in National Parks and post the content on UA-cam. The First Amendment to the Constitution guaranteeing freedom of speech and freedom of the press should protect us from unreasonable permit and fee requirements when visiting public lands. Detailed Description of Onsite Activities (from my permit application): A single vehicle wil...
5 Minute Pomegranate Prep
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Fast clean method for cutting and preparing a pomegranate
Minivan Camper Chapter 3: 35,000 mile update
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This is the third video about converting a Honda Odyssey minivan into a camper. Check out the first two videos of my van build series at: ua-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/v-deo.html Supplies links: Shower pump: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074ZK5K4P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1 Privacy tent: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073FBSGTJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b...
Rock Springs - Kayak, Tubing, Camp
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This video describes minivan camping, kayaking, and tubing at Kelly Park and Rock Springs in Florida. Kelly Park is located in Apopka, less than one hour from Orlando. Check out my van build videos, where I converted a Honda minivan into a small camper: Chapter 1: ua-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/v-deo.html Chapter 2: ua-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/v-deo.html Chapter 3: ua-cam.com/video/pid83AxMG4A/v...
Minivan Camper Southeast Road Trip
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This video describes a trip to explore Congaree and Mammoth Cave National Parks, while camping in my converted minivan camper. See also my van build videos: ua-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/v-deo.html
Minivan Camper Build Chapter 2: 7,000 mile review
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This is the second video about converting a Honda Odyssey minivan into a camper, with emphasis on the convertible couch/bed, and the water system. Check out the first video of my van build series at: ua-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/v-deo.html and the 35,000 update at: ua-cam.com/video/pid83AxMG4A/v-deo.html Supplies links: Sink pump: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HQMX79F/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_...
Simple, Sturdy Minivan Camper Build
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This video shows how I converted a Honda minivan into a small camper. It's my first van build project, so I learned as I went along, with lots of helpful ideas from many other UA-camrs. Check out my two update videos: 7,000 mile update: ua-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/v-deo.html 35,000 mile update: ua-cam.com/video/pid83AxMG4A/v-deo.html Supplies links: Sink pump: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HQMX...
Cobra Intake and FI2000 on V-Star 1300
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Cobra PowrFlo intake and FI2000 controller were installed on a 2013 V Star 1300 Deluxe for improved performance.
Rob, it's really impressive how you have improved upon Eric's design, especially the folding legs on the mattress platform during bed-mode. Are you able to give a rough estimate of the cost and man-hours for this build?
The most expensive parts were the fridge, solar panel, and the battery power station (see my Chapter 2 video for more details on these) which totaled about $900. The rest of it was mostly lumber and hardware. Including items I’ve probably forgotten, I would estimate the total cost at around $1500. I worked on it for about a month (~150 hours), but that included lots of UA-cam learning time and thinking about how to make the design work well. If I made another of the same build, I could do it in 50 hours
Nice job.
What about the switch? Thank u ur list helped alot
Also Amazon, sorry no link. I show the switch and wiring diagram in more detail in my Chapter 2 update video
Where did u get the 12volt water pump
Amazon, a link is in the post description
Love It! It is clean and safe because it is bolted to the floor and vehicle. ❤ The built on sink and cabinets.
The very fact you have to apply for a permit is absolutely outrageous
alright, a pc fan for ventilation in tilted window - how are you gonna keep bugs out of the opening? where did you get an idea of folding bed in such a way of 5 pieces? poor recomendations without testing them before. lot's of it on youtube. it's like i chopped some food but didn't do the dish yet
The fan is mounted in a coroplast panel which fits in the window, and therefore the only opening is at the fan blades, and bugs can’t fly in against the airflow. The bed design was proved by Eric, whom I credit in the video. See my Chapter 3 video, this van never ceases to amaze me in how livable it is
Best camper Van seup I've ever seen.Thank you
Thank you for the video! Do you know anything about State parks?
I’ve never heard of any restrictions about filming in state parks, as long as the photographer is discreet and respectful
Very good. How about your battery charge when you driving?
The battery charges using a roof solar panel and also can charge with a 12 volt outlet in the van. I show the charging setup in my Chapter 3 video
Very nice! Well done. 😊
Hi Rob, Once again excellent camper and it simply looks awesome, I just love how minimalist its no clutter. I have 2013 Sienna and if I go with 2 person bed probably full size so I'm guessing with your bed dimesions I should go with 46 inch frame?
My bed platform fits a standard twin size mattress, which I believe is 36 inches wide - too small for two people to have a good night’s sleep. If the bed was 46” wide, the shelf and sink cabinet would have to be much shallower. If I was doing a new build to sleep two people, I would have a fresh look at what others have done with two-person designs. One of the things I love about my setup is that even in bad weather, I can do everything without leaving the van; but with two people, my layout would be cramped. On the rare occasions when my wife travels with me, she gets the van bed, I’m outside in a tent 🤣
@@travelswithrob4970I will most likely duplicate your setup mattress platform 46” with full size mattress I can get by with narrow cabinets, not going to carry too much stuff just the essentials plus I should have room under the bed and also in rear well. Not a carpenter and this will be my first project let see how it goes.
The best minivan conversion with details and simplicity I have seen, I appreciate you creating helpfull videos. I have 2013 sienna I will see I can start conversion, I like the bed size not sure if 2 person can fit in.
Great minimalistic build. ♥
Park outside of park property , you can fly your drone over np dont own air space only restrict when parked n fly inside park.🎉
I am a competitive quilter --- I can definitely sew a straight line, but your sewing skills are just **WOW**! I will need some serious work to get to that level!
Thanks for the video. Here is my experience. I recently (July 2024) submitted applications for a filming permit at Mount Rushmore and Devils Tower. I was planning on filming for my UA-cam Channel. I did use your narrative with minor changes. I just received a response from Mount Rushmore. "Filming for UA-cam is NOT protected under the 1st amendment." I was not denied, but told I need to reapply with the application fee.
Sorry it didn’t work out for you. I think the Park Service is frustrated that they have to deal with all this permit BS for individuals recording video of their experiences in the Parks and then posting on UA-cam. The law was never intended to be used against individuals using small cameras, and was written in a time when “filming” was a much more disruptive activity. Maybe now they’re just refusing answer applications unless the ridiculous fees are paid. In addition to the Federal Appeals Court case, there’s a law working its way through Congress to remove all of the permit and fee requirements for small creators, so I really don’t think the Park Service is wasting their time going after anyone who is discreet and respectful in the Parks, regardless of whether they post on UA-cam and regardless of whether they make any “income”. For my ongoing Park visits, video recordings, and UA-cam posts, I have no intention of submitting any applications or paying any fees, and I’m not worried.
Back in the mid 90s i did basically the bug screens for Dodge cargo van. Not as nice as yours but they did do the job. You did a fantastic job on your build.
When the issue changes from the fact you need a permit or get a fine into you needing a permit, being told you don't need one and then getting a fine anyways.
I applied for a National Park VIDEO Permit, Here's What happened. :-) You do not film, you video. Besides no need to state the obvious. Film, filming, and filmmaking are the most misused words in the industry. 🙂 Digital Video and film require different skill sets. Having DIFFERENT historical and TECHNOLOGICAL timelines spanning 150 years. Have PRIDE and KNOWLEDGE of the gear we use including the words that describe what we do. Our tools are Digital Video, Non-linear, and CGI. We are moviemakers, not filmmakers and we do what film wishes it could. We are Videographers and/or cinematographers. 🙂 We video or are videoing, we do not film. That's the other RARE professionals who know how to use film and film cameras, like an ARRIFLEX 435 Panavision R-200 and Steenbeck flatbed film editors. Know the difference and have a better understanding of the craft. You will also stand out in an industry polluted with point-and-shoot "pros". Respect to you.✌♥
First off, im glad to see some clarifications on the subject, but secondly, i understand why or how this all started, and i think it's important it's addressed. The " influencers" out there have been playing hell with our parks, causing great damage to them. I feel this law was just an attempt to give the parks a tool to stop this behavior because, let's be honest here, too many can't behave on their own now. Even though i have no insider information, the responses to your requests to film seem to confirm my belief that the parks department dont have an intention to censor anyone but were just thrust into a desperate situation.
awesome build
I wanna do this to my 2001!
You sir are a MASTER INSTRUCTOR and deserve an 🏆award 🏆for your instructional abilities. 🏅 🤔 However, I DO have one question for you. When you say that you connected the wire to the "Female end of the extension cord..." How does one identify which wire that is ??? My "Electrician" housemate told me that the "Female end of the extension cord is the wall socket." I have learned MORE FROM YOU than I have in the last 3.75 years living with an unemployed (retired at 55) full time T.V. watching zombie "Union Electrician." 🙄
Thank you for your comments, I appreciate it! The extension cord has a plug end and a socket end, and the female end is the socket end. In my wiring diagram, the cut-down extension cord is used so I can easily disconnect the water pump power supply from the sink cabinet when I’m using the van for other purposes. Happy trails!
What a great idea for an alternative to a wood fire while camping. It can be cumbersome hauling firewood and having to store it inside the van while traveling. I also camp in my Odyssey minivan “Odessa” Wood pellets are much more space efficient and I also use them already for the portable toilet. So this is a win-win 😊
😯😲😳🧐 WTH !🙉 I SWEAR, I THOUGHT THIS WAS A BRAND NEW 2024 VEHICLE ! IT IS IN PRISTINE CONDITION. GOOD ON YOU.👏🏻🏆 I LOVE THE DESIGN OF THESE OLDER MODELS.
Great to see how you used the design by Eric Enjoys Earth who also has a UA-cam channel. Safe journey
Yes, I gave Eric credit for inspiring this build in my Chapter 2 video. I made lots of changes compared to his van, but the layout and bed design are based on his.
Excellent
You have a nice voice. You could read bedtime stories or meditations on another youtube channel.
Can you add a topper, just a raised roof so you can stand ?
A topper would be great on a minivan, and I’ve heard that they are available to fit certain van models. However, that modification would be quite expensive, and my van has 255,000 miles on it. I’m definitely considering a topper for my next build!
Dryer lint makes a good fire starter and it's free. I bought a small wood chipper for the fallen branches on my property. More free pellets.
This is one of the few great informational videos I have seen in a long time. Thank you for sharing your experience on this, and doing the leg work for the rest of us who will also be going though this process. Loved the van build and tips there too. Drive safe, and thank you.
lets go rob, make some more!
I submitted the long form to Acadia NP and was told that I did not qualify as exercising a First Amendment right in my form filing. After same additional reading I have come to the conclusion that I made a mistake on the form, I included some detail for Location schedule and put down 2 for each day for "# of Cast and Crew" and under Talent I included Myself and my wife as I never knew if either of us would be in frame during a video or still image. It seems the rules classify "Talent" or "model" as "a person or object that serves as the subject for still photography for the purpose of promoting the sale or use of a product or service." Since neither of us are promoting any product but are just posing as part of the scenery I am pretty sue that neither of us are cast, models or talent (not sure of the crew part). I used the short form to file to Capitol Reef NP and was sent an email to get some additional information. They asked: "We received your film application in the mail. Thank you for your interest in filming in the park. Are you filming with the intent to generate revenue, including from UA-cam?" I answered: "My social media presence is not for generating revenue but to share my experiences with friends, family, and others with similar interests. Kind of like the showing of home movies and slides from the latest vacation that my father used to do but without having everyone showing up at my house to be “entertained (bored)” with the show. My presence on social media is far from the threshold for generating revenue for myself even if that were my goal or desire, which it is not." They responded: "After evaluating your request, we have determined that the activity you described is general public use and does not need a permit, and therefore no fees are required. Thank you for your responsiveness and patience. " I will include that additional explanation of my social media presence in future forms and not list any "Talent" or "Cast". I will also recently visited Death Valley NP and talked to a ranger at the visitor center and was told that I did not need a permit based on my explanation that expressed that my social media presence was not to generate revenue but to preserve memories and share them with family and friends.
I'm glad it worked out for your situation. In my permit applications, I told them I was posting to UA-cam, but I didn't say whether or not I had an "intent to generate revenue," and the Park Service didn't ask. Since all ten parks responded the same way, saying that my activities did not require a permit, I will not be submitting any more permit applications for my upcoming filming trips. All of this permit nonsense will probably end soon, because the U.S. House has passed the "Explore Act", which removes permit requirements for small creators. The Senate has not yet passed a similar version, but I suspect they will later this year. Better days are ahead! Best of luck with your adventures.
I found this video specifically because I have planned to start filming my hiking activities, and Acadia NP is the closet to me. I watch a ton of backpacking/camping content on UA-cam and have seen the national park discussion come up so it sparked my interest. I don’t currently have a UA-cam channel but may create one down the road, I would hate to be prosecuted for something at this time would not be a violation but if I share them videos later on could create issue. If I manage a trip to Acadia this season, I will do the paperwork as described in the video and come back here. Any tips in advance would be greatly appreciated.
Nice build
can you built me a wooden bed for 2003 honda odessey
Great advice. 👍
I like your build, especially the folding couch/bed. The only problem I saw with that was that it covered some of the available storage space, but I'm sure you'll work that out. Your van looks almost brand new. I love the window screens also. Great idea. If bugs start getting in under the outside edge, get some strip magnet and use that along that edge to seal it off. Bugs are stealthy!
Have you done any update since the case on appeal was overturned? The original requirement is now back in place. Have you applied lately with your process? I would be interested to know. There is a new bill that passed the House called the EXPLORE Act, which defines the parameters of low impact filming and allows it without a permit, but it is still working through Congress. I think it will eventually pass, but who knows.
Yes, it’s great that the Explore Act passed the House in April with overwhelming bipartisan support, but the harshness of the current political climate may delay final agreement on anything until after the election. Park policy is definitely going to get better, but it may take a while longer
Great Phil thanks for sharing. Enjoy the road.👍🚙🏞️
I meant Great Build!! Dam autocorrect 🤣😂👍🚙🏞️
Very nice informative video. Thanks.
I was most curious about which 25 watt cooler/fridge you have. Got a link?
It’s a BougeRV 30 qt 12v fridge, available from many different vendors. This is the link for the manufacturer, but you might find it cheaper elsewhere. www.bougerv.com/products/12v-car-fridge
@@travelswithrob4970 thank you!
This looks amazingly similar to a build published 2 years before this one... Eric loves Earth: ua-cam.com/video/qJjL-NWeoVI/v-deo.htmlsi=wbxmlzgI8WqjN9n0
It is similar to Eric’s, and I give his channel credit in my Chapter 2 build video where I describe several parts in more detail
@@travelswithrob4970 So did you base this build on his?
You did a great design job! Thank you for sharing!
You did a really nice job on this build. I love the creativity and the alternative to Reflectix.
I like your tips on van living. I have an idea to make a bedsheet frame. So you don't have to make your bed every night, because that kind of looks like it takes too long. So you make a few layer, hollow square, out of vinyl flooring, that has strips that outlines the perimeter of your bed. That's your bed sheet frame. You might have to have some joints in the middle, so you can fold it. You pre sew show some bed sheets, that hug that frame front and back. Basically like a big pillow case, and you put it over the frame. And maybe fold over top and on the back sheet you can put some velcro fasteners. When you wake up in the morning, you just fold it up into a few pieces, and store it somewhere. And reverse it and unfold it to make your bed at night. Maybe you could put snaps on the four corners, attached to bottom fitted sheet, to hold in place. To wash it, take it out of frame. A lot quicker than making the bed. Y'all feel free to steal my idea.
I can't imagine this, I wish you could show us drawings to explain it better. ❤
@@Get__StuffDone okay I will try to explain it better. Cut a large square out of vinyl sheet flooring, the same size as your bed surface. Then cut out the middle of it. You only want the outside portion as a frame. It's basically a big vinyl frame. You cut out the middle, so that you don't have to lay on the vinyl, in the middle of it. You just want the outside as a frame, for structure. Then you're probably also going to have to make some kind of hinges in the middle of the frame, so that you can fold it. Then sew your bed sheets together, the same size as the vinyl frame. You're basically making like a big bedsheet pillow case. Then you slip the bed sheet pillowcase, over the vinyl frame. Like you're putting a pillowcase over a pillow. You can probably fasten and close it at the top with some Velcro. Then you put this bed sheet frame on top of your bed, to sleep. At night, you take it up, fold it in half, and maybe hide it behind the couch cushions. And then reverse that, take it out from the couch cushions unfold it, and lay it on the bed, to sleep. You might need to put some velcro at the corners of this bed sheet frame, to hold it in place. But I think this will be a lot faster than making the bed every day.
Hi Rob trying to replicate your water pump system but I can't find a pump that you use. 5 watt pumps seem to be submersible only. Can you suggest a pump that the battery pack can cope with. Please and thanks
The link for this pump is under the video in the written description. It now comes in a 6 watt and a 7 watt version from Amazon. Mine appears to be the 6 watt
Thank you so much. Continued happy travels
Thrilled!!! all sorted and running. Thank you again!!
Very nice. I would need a skylight though because its low roof. My idea is to turn the back into a little bathroom, with a clear shower curtain on rod dividing off the compartment, and then a little shower chair that you sit on to shower. Drain to bottom outside. Maybe you can make one and make sure you make a video so i can see it!
Hey Friend, I would love to know how you built the frame of the bed, I love the build and would like to have it in my minivan. please give me the measurements.
Check out my Chapter 2 video, all the numbers are there
@@travelswithrob4970 ok thank you Rob
Thank you for this video. The minivan is really great🙂. Greetings from Germany.