V12E3: Owl Vans Ladder, Tire Carrier, and Box
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- Опубліковано 13 вер 2024
- This episode focuses on the Owl Vans ladder, tire carrier, and aluminum storage box on the 2021 Winnebago Revel. The video commences at OK4WD in Stewartsville, New Jersey, where the team installs the equipment. Upon completion, I discuss the gear in detail, showcasing its merits, and talk about future modifications to the van. No affiliation with Owl Vans.
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The responses on here are crazy. I've been watching Chris do his thing for about 3 years now. I'm happy for him. Change is good. Did people think he was going to live in a Jeep forever? Good God people. Glad you're happy Chris. You're content is still great to me. Should a time come that your girlfriend wishes to be seen so be it. But that's no one's affair but hers and yours. Love the Revel. Can't wait to see the Jeep again. Stay safe buddy.
Amen, B C
@@MichaelRichards983 wait, where did you see this information
@@MichaelRichards983 he's mentioned hotels a couple times, it doesn't seem to be every week
@@Ted-Stryker Pathetic comments from you don’t end.
I personally like a little shake up from the normal exploring in the backcountry with gear and vehicle content. All good.
Chirs - Thanks so much for taking the time to do this video of our gear! I wanted to reach out because we have since made some major updates to our box line-up. All the boxes are made by outside suppliers as opposed to the carriers that are made in-house. We too felt the boxes were a weak-point and we have worked with our suppliers, and found a new supplier, that is up to our quality standards. We hope to get in contact with you so that you would be able to test out our updated offerings
Thanks John, emailed you.
In last weeks video the van had the new tire carrier and box...and this week we are seeing the install....what kind of sorcery is this? LOL, looks great Chris.
I thought you would be flat towing, but I really like your actual plan to drive both vehicles.
It makes good sense, and will allow maximum flexibility out on the road. Good Luck!
One addition I think that box could use, would be a power outlet of some sort. You never know when it might come in handy and it'll be out of the elements while inside the box, so it'll be reasonably well protected. I know it would be inside the box and you'd only be able to use it when the door is open, but it would allow you to put something on charge in there that you might not want in the van itself and it could even remain in there while the van is moving down the trails/roads.
Happy for your new living arrangement, but I sure miss the Jeep! That’s what drew me to your channel.
Great video, as always. For the past 23 years we have had 2 Rv's at the same time. Motorhome and a truck camper, they get used differently but both work well. We also have a 2 door JLR to flat tow behind either one. I couldn't agree more with your choices. They allow greater flexibility which is a good thing. CONGRATS!
Agree - we too changed rv's about 5 times until we got to what was right for us --- now that this one is about 10 years old, we may downsize some - ah, text only here - no pics '11 Monaco 43dft for travel and comfort with '14 Jeep Wrangler for exploring !
I mean this in the most sincere way possible, at no point in this video did it look like anyone working at OK4WD had any idea what they were doing.
Interesting to see how your channel evolves. Big fan of Jeeps (XJ's) and van conversions. You're on your way to figuring out the best way to combine the two to suit your needs. Keep the rubber side down! Cheers!
Holy crap that brand new wheel got destroyed 😭. Hope you can get them to replace that. Looks great and nice video
To everybody who says things like it's his life and it's his money and he can do what he wants as long as he's happy you are 100% right. That being said.. When you have a you tube channel you open yourself up to comments good and bad. People have the right to make comments either way. Myself I have said it before...I am disappointed that Chris has gotten away from doing what drew me and I think many others to watch his channel and I hope he gets back to doing what he was doing before. If not I will look for other channels and wish him all the success in the world.
I agree and previously commented as: "Anyone who decides to upload any part of their life to UA-cam has made their life public for anyone to see or comment on. It's expected and welcomed by the channel operator. Again, anyone wishing to remain private shouldn't be on a UA-cam channel."
“ Vanture4wd ”
I have dreamed about running a Sprinter around the country. I am so excited to see this van built, it’s adventures and base camp role.
Congratulations to the Venture4wd team.
Jeremy at OK4wd did my winch and light hook ups couple years back. Good people!
What a difference from the early days, when just having to pay a camping fee was cause for concern. Glad things are going so well for you. Looking forward to future travels.
cringing at entire installation with impact!! ... and f'ing the wheel/tire mount up. Would never take my vehicle to these guys! :)
I’d worry about the door hinges holding up to the weight over time.
Committment not only to a large investment, but now also to a 2nd driver!! This is going downhill fast.
Good luck, Chris and I mean that from the bottom of my heart.
A tow bar on the Jeep would resolve that...
@@juststeve7665 Chris said he does not want to tow the jeep. My comment was in regards to his statement. You are offering your opinion on a solution for a problem he does not have right now, nor sees as such.
Safe travels Chris. I'm enjoying the diversion and look forward to your reunion with Orange.
Really hope the negative comments don't get to you. I can't imagine living out of an SUV for multiple years on end. I doubt many of them have the stamina to do that. It's absolutely rational to try and make a setup that will accommodate others on your adventures. I'm excited for more off the beaten path adventures with Orangie, it's just more interesting to me, but the Revel has it's place and I'm glad you're exploring that.
Having both vehicles will work as long as you keep 2 drivers
❤️ The new addition Chris! You inspired SO MANY people to get out there and explore and tap into personal adventure, myself included I outfitted my Rubicon with the Ursa Minor and it was a total game changer for me and the quality of life experiences with my beloved Jeep, I have you to thank for that. I am so so happy for you and looking forward to this new and exciting and challenging chapter, good / bad. . all of it, keep rollin brother.
As always Chris great video and love your simplicity and demeanor and ways of expressing and explaining things 👍🏻🇺🇸
It’s a plan in progress. Chris is a couple now they need a place to call home. The still have the Jeep for adventuring. Chris will keep the excellent videos coming and be happier doing it. Carry on !
Its coming along great!
Yep..thanks for the update..I'm sure there will be more updates to come..you're pretty tech savy
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Perhaps there's a reason that the Revel has the spare tire mounted underneath the frame. Wonder if those doors were engineered to hold that extra weight? Only time will tell.
My wife and i watch your videos all the time, we are from s/w Pa We would love to run into you some day to shy hi ,be careful on your travails
I’ve seen hinge failure on the rear doors from the added wgt. Also doors may warped out of alignment with time. There is a kit to retrofit if that happens. The tire is just to heavy for design off road. Michigan
Man I like that van. The AUX fuel tank is a great idea.
I hope they treated the holes they drilled with some kind of rust prevention, you never showed this if they did. Considering how they treated your brand new wheel, I would say they did not treat the drilled holes. I can not believe you filmed this wheel being destroyed and did not say anything!
I saw that too I thought they’d already scraped it on a curb or something. I mean you have to admit the guy is kind of a goober anyway. It always cracks me up some of the stuff he says. “ There has been no water ingress” what the heck is that? You mean it hasn’t leaked?
It’s aluminum
Did they just scratch your Rim when they put the tire on?
Chris you might want to edit out the part where they ruined your new rim by not using the proper installation tool when mounting the tire. I watched as he let the tire mounting machine chew gouges in the rim edge and cringed! Supposed to us a plastic guard on the end of the arm when mounting tires on aluminum rims. This makes them look bad/very unprofessional. I know this because I have mounted many many tires on steel and aluminum rims and have made this mistake. OK4WD should have immediately replaced the rim when he saw he did this. If they let this kind of sloppy work go they will ruin their own reputation. Maybe they don't care? There were other installation mistakes as well....
yeah and apparently there is no pandemic at OK4WD.
I cringed when I saw that!
Yeah I seen that and the lack of paint on the freshly drilled holes in the doors. I'd imagine that could cause some rust problems eventually.
@@dennisl6198 no masks in sight is a bummer for sure. Mask up and let’s be done with this thing.
Hard to complain when they sponsor you.
Just keep doing you! Everything will sort out where it should be.
I got hooked into all the comments here and made some myself. But, so many are very negative. So, I went back and watched the "V10E12: Northern Extremities of Montana" to get a better perspective. The bottom line is that whatever Chris does, I hope it gives him happiness, regardless of what vehicles he uses or with whom, especially in these tough times. And, if changing his channel a little does it for him with his girlfriend, great. And, wow, does she ever cook some good meals and has a very pleasant voice.
Those welds though.
I’ve seen a tank where spare goes. A two ways pump at driver seat pumps fuel back from stock tank with a fuel gauge. No drilling holes in body for filler neck. Nice
Two questions:
First, I didn’t see where they painted the holes that were drilled into the body. We’re they protected from rust?
Second, they didn’t use a scratch protector when mounting your tire and it appeared the finish was marred. Was your wheel damaged?
Yeap was just going to comment the same thing! that's problem with shops today, its not their rig so they don't give a damn anymore!
Had the same questions, 20$ says no paint or protection was put :/ but on the tire im pretty sure its just be the goo we put to lubricate the rubber
John W. at Owl makes a big deal about painting any sheet metal holes drilled for installing Owl mods. But then again, its a Revel and there are plenty of rust creation opportunities built into the van at the factory...
When he showed where the tire carrier was Under the Revel you could already see rust spots @@van_mod1 . Looks like this will be a short lived trial & error guinea pig.
Oh well. Just hope Chris's vids don't change. Any guess on how long till he attempts to tow orangey? I give it next fall.
Wow, not a good look for OK 4wheel drive. Those rims absolutely were marred. Unfortunate
A trip to OK4WD!! Brings back memories of Christmas week. Had the 4" lift, new shock kit, new rims, and new tires installed on my F150.
Chris, I would suggest to start looking into ham radio. If you do not have phone service you could use a local repeater to get the message to your girlfriend. Just consider it. Enjoy your videos you are doing a good job 👍👍
And given Chris' travels, he could kill it on SOTA & POTA!
A Satellite phone is the safest way to go.
We got to get Chris’s subs doubled yall
I think this upgrade will suit you well!
Chris the additional equipment looks useful, but I am concerned about the hinge load rating...
This van conversion looks like it’ll make a good base camp, perhaps it’ll slow your travel between locations therefore allowing more local exploration time.
I don't care for the spare tire being in the way of using the ladder, spare should swing.
I'd get a come along called the more power puller, my experience with electric winches is when I need them they don't work. The MPP comealong is rated at 8000 lbs pull double line, it might be more work but you know it will work everytime.
I'm surprised noone has created a swing tire carrier that can go into hinges infront of ladder yet. Unless he wasn't able to find one.
@Duane any chance of a link on that MPP comealong? All I'm finding is insurance company to marijuana protection policy links.
Great information! I wish i can upgrade my Jeep like yours! Thanks for the video 😀
After last week I test drove a Revel. I’m really interested in following your build out. I have a Gladiator that is my primary vehicle. The Revel will be my backup and my mobile surf home and MTB home. Selling my toy hauler and picking up an enclosed motorcycle carrier for Moab and Az trips.
Put bulky lightweight stuff in that box. You do not want a lot of weight swinging around that far back from the axle. Keep those heavy iron shackles inside near a door. perhaps in a bag under the front seat? I'd also figure out a better way to secure that spare tire from theft. That padlock isn't even going to slow down a thief. Well, maybe 10 seconds but that's it. I'd use Xbull for the traction boards as well. They are pretty tough and knowing you they will get little to no use. I'd get and use a Smitty built(bilt?) air compressor. With 5 cfm it's better than most and you can get two for less than some of the fancy name brand stuff out there. I have been using one for many years and very glad I found it. I want another since 10 cfm is better than 5 and having a backup is my OCD habit.
Did they treat the holes they drilled in your van for corrosion? Going to rot out really quick if they didn't. Also looks like they scratched up the new rim when mounting the tire.
I had the exact same thoughts. Wasn't impressed with the install.
Hard to complain when they sponsor you.
I thought the same.
They were saying hard to complain when they're sponsoring you but if they're sponsoring you don't you think they take better care of you because you're going all over the country and telling people where you got the work done so they should have treated him better sponsoring or not yeah I did see the gouges in the rims too I was impressed.
@@In2jeep How do you know they are “sponsoring” him?
How about upgrading front bumper and add a winch?
I’d have liked to see the OK4WD guys wearing gloves and safety glasses - they are risking their eyes...
These comments including yours, are pathetic.
Boy, lots of haters/whiners commenting!😀 Thank goodness it’s still somewhat, let’s see what China Joe does, of a free country so these grumpy people can watch other channels. I’m happy to see people progress and change things up.
I Miss the Jeep!!!
Anyone else immediately thought of the LockPickingLawyer when seeing the master lock protecting that spare tire?
Saw your Jeep on FB this week.
added fuel tank is a GREAT idea
That rubicon at 5:38 tho. All Time favorite car.
Miss the Jeep...
Have a great time in Prescott.
Lockers before light bars...winches before boxes...idk...its your girls ride so whatever. I'm just watching....a guy blow tons of cash on a van...hey...freedom 🤟
I would go to a protex shop or some other wrap shop to put some film on those rear windows to prevent them from getting scratches from your boots when you go up the ladder
I love the way you shoot. It's so real :)
Pretty sure I saw this van at Grand Canyon today.
I like the Owl equipment and the rig is awesome! Another great episode Chris, thanks for bringing us along.
It be nice to see some $$$ on the items for the upgrades.
Digging it. It all made sense when you mentioned the extra gas tank. I'm sure the smallish spare would've caused problems anyway. I'm in love with the two vehicle idea. It makes so much sense with two people involved.
Good stuff 👍👍😀🇨🇦
Might want to get a head start on ordering your ARB 12v twin compressor. I am currently waiting on mine with a country wide delay of 4-6 weeks. Just a heads up.
There are other brands
@@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath Really?
Thank you for another wonderful video Chris keep up the good work😎👍
So Shontz basically bought his gf a $125k van to follow him around. To each his own.
I’d let him buy me a van.
@@mattperkins2073 Oh crap. Even better
@@mattperkins2073 No one (and I mean no one) is paying $200K for a new Revel.
@@MichaelRichards983 Stock empty new 144 Sprinter 4x4 cargo van is $60K. Good luck finding one as all the camper van builders in the U.S. have cornered the market on MB's build quota.
@@mattperkins2073 really?...who in their right mind would pay that much for an empty cargo van? Maybe an extremely desperate custom van builder who can't get in on MB's preferred builder discounts...
Instead of "Orangie" how about simply OJ, Orange Jeep... Just a thought. The mods look nice and I"m sure will come in handy down the road. Keep on truckin' Chris, and mysterious off camera person ;-)
I'd you dont already, get two mobile radios with permanently mounted antennas. I'd go with something in the GMRS area like Midland or one of the Chinese units. Handhelds are ok for very short distances, but good mobile units will increase your distances significantly. Good luck and safe travels.
CHEERS from Colorado
I didn't see OK4WD treat the bare steel in the mounting holes to prevent corrosion. Hope they did. It's a flashpoint for corrosion and won't last if they didn't.
How about a lift and some bigger tires? That would probably effect ride quality though if it's going to spend more time on pavement than dirt. Looks like your license plate is missing or did you locate it somewhere else. Cheers.
4:51 Did the wheels get scratched or is that just weird lighting?
Mkay...baby got box. Guess i'll pop back in from time to time to see if any more nice spots and if Queenie has been unveiled to the public. I mean...even the Pope had a name before making a physical appearance js. At this point I'm half expecting her to be revealed in gold silk, wearing Jesus's shoes with a choir of angels singing in the background. :D
What does “in association with” mean?
Watching the rim being abused by the tire machine was difficult...
I have a feeling that in the future, looking at the modifications being done to the van, lead character might lose its place to supporting character.
Sweet rack, ladder and box. Looks awesome and sturdy.
Interesting new content Chris. I personally would love to see more adventure content with the Revel.. also that padlock on the spare.. too easy to cut there is better options... cylinder style
After watching Lock Picking Lawyer vids NO Lock is secure. They only take up time to get to item. Locks ONLY keep Honest people out sad to say. I'd put a thick piece of pipe on the rod between padlock & tire to spin to make it harder to cut with cordless sawzall & with a cable lock as backup.
venture 4wd lang malakas 💪
I went to an RV dealership and looked at a Revel and nearly stroked out as I looked at the sticker...OMG. Well, so much for that. I'll look at what Dodge and Ford offer. I loved the new additions to your rear doors, looks awesome and super functional.
You’d likely be better off getting a Powerwagon and an Allucab truck camper on the back.
All that drilling and no protective paint to cover that bare metal... tsk tsk...
Isn’t it better to keep the weight of the vehicle forward of the rear axle? This new box and tire carrier seem unnecessary with so much unused space in the main compartment.
I’m sure there is plenty of weight on the front axle. It’s about space.
Cool plans. You should really look into equiping both vehicles with HAM radio.
What tires was the first van running?
Looking good
I'm sure you like the new van, but i have to say, it's been a boring couple of videos. I hope you get back to the jeep, exploring offroad, little towns, and gourmet pizza. Maybe your style is in flux with the new GF, idk. Hope it works itself out and you enjoy yourself, but just not looking forward to the vids as much anymore.
Chris: maybe that box is meant to be used like a "time out" seat when you've had had enough of you know who...
You need to sit in the corner.
Who else misses the #spamghetti?
I think the van looks cool and think the mods are all fine. A bigger tire, and tool box seem like utilitarian and useful mods to me.
Also, is anyone else noticing that Chris' comment section is becoming more and more insufferable as time goes on? It used to be great, almost nothing but positive and helpful comments, but lately I've mostly just seen people complaining about nothing. I spose change brings about those sorts of reactions, as what people are accustomed to is no longer what they're getting, but this contrast is so stark, and the negative, crybaby reactions don't seem in ratio with the changes. Hell, a number of people are so bitchy here now that they're going after OK4wd for mounting a tire....
The comment section used to be so nice, helpful and friendly, and I did not understand why Chris stayed away from it with the zeal and fervor that vampire stays out of the sunlight. Though the last 3 vids are kinda showing his attitude on the matter may have been a sage-like bit of wisdom.
I remember a time when Chris didn't allow comments on any of his videos. I thought that was actually pretty refreshing, because youtube comments are usually horrible. I was both surprised when he finally opened videos up to comments and when they actually weren't totally horrible like I expected. Fast forward to today and well, you're right, the comments now are typical YT garbage. Just reminds me that if I ever want to document anything on YT I should never allow commenting.
@@akxdev You suggest censor ? I think it's interesting to see what people think, good or bad...
Now that you are moving the tire is there a aftermarket fuel tank or water tank option?
I feel bad for his son growing up without a Dad. But that Patreon money yo!
Great additions. Enough negativity from all the 'couch potatoes'.
What commo equipment will you use between the two vehicles?
Do u think w some beefier tires ie (mud terrains) you could have avoided that mishap last week in the van?
He made it back out okay if he would have stayed on the main trail this wouldn't have happened.
The tires were okay I think that time it was the driver trying to avoid the hole
Did he repaint his orange jeep?
Oh, i didn't watch far enough for the answer. Spare tire out from under to make way for aux. fuel tank.
Looks good, I actually need to make an appointment with OK4wheel drive soon.
Are you going to put a winch on the Revel!!