I just want to say thank you very much for all the response I’m a bit overwhelmed. We’re out in the van doing a test run so if I don’t immediately respond to your comment please be patient I’ll take time and answer questions thanks so much
Ohh man, man how much would I've paid you to help me in Iraq when I was tasked to steal electricity from the officer's tent camp! Beautiful setup, this is by far the BEST EVER van conversion I've seen, and believe me, I've seen hundreds. Mr. Saluto, I salute you for a job well done! YOU ARE A GENIUS, SIR! I'm going to follow you on every recorded trip. Semper Fi
why am I just now seeing this in 2024. My husband and I want to get out there now and not wait till were retired and 70 because we might not make it. People want to live their lives now. We don't want to just work, work, work never taking the time to live fulfilling lives. This is an innovative build, and it is great quality. Thank you, guys, so much for the inspiration.
This is hands down the most ingenious minivan camper I have ever seen. I love all the switches and dials, too. Inspector Gadget meets steampunk meets vanlife? I would love to see a video about how you made your table hardware. I am going to cobble something together because the premade version is ridiculously priced, but yours is not only functional, it is lovely to look at too! And I'm mostly impressed that you weren't afraid to modify your van in very permanent ways. That, to me, is true creation.
Cricket, I have a 2005 Mazda and I will not be afraid to modify any part of it either since I could be its final owner...with its current mileage at 153,000. But I sure wouldn't mind the first opportunity to buy his fully-converted fancy 2006 Dodge GC😆.
It appears you fabricated the different elements and powder coated. (You must be an engineer!). Amazing things I see here: Swivel table Swing-out Kitchen The board that ticks into your bed as a night stand The leather work to hold things (I HATE the mesh pouches and hanging shoe storage things where you can lose your stuff!) The fact that you got a 2nd battery under the hood! That’s the best place for it! (My Jackery 500 with a 100w solar panel runs my fridge and other things while boondocking). Needless to say you have plenty of lights all around. You thought it through to reach it from both sides! Best of all your seat covers! So cute. Great build!
My dad was an engineer and I was convinced you were too! He would have been thrilled to help me make an amazing van build! Alas, I’ll have to go with videos but yours should be a huge help!! Thanks! Sure wish you were in the business of fabricating that swivel chair!! 😊
Yes please... I have 2005 caravan and would love to see more on the swivel seat too.... also lots of other comments asking for more info on the swivel. Thanks !
The first thought that comes to mind is "Inspector gadget". Wow what an amazing built, I love it. It's your home away from home, have fun traveling and stay safe.
@@newlalee873 I have a 2007 GC and I’m looking to do a swivel seat, too. I’d that the original seat, or did you have to replace it? Can you say a little about how you did it? Great stuff!
You may not realize this right now, but this is about to go viral within the van conversion world. Extremely epic mini-van build, smart and comprehensive. Definitely the most impressive so far for a DIY. Take a trip, sell it, and do it in a bigger van I want to see it! Please share things you would have done differently or glitches you run into on the way! Things that worked, things that didn’t, etc. message me if in ojai/ventura area i’ll buy you guys a beer. If you ever need extra cash on your trip just put some affiliate links in the description and you’ll pull in some play money without a doubt.
Thank you Kevin for the nice offer if we ever get in town will sure holler at you were out on the road currently so I’m doing good to keep up with the comments
I can’t believe you fit all that in your mini van! I loved how you made the storage well by the hatchback so accessible to every day use. I like your slim down version of the Lagun table. Brilliant and so well done. Thank you for sharing
And I forgot all about the ceiling map, hot shower & ice maker!!! I'm planning to go back & watch this one over & over...plus save it in case I ever run into any body willing to help bit-by-bit.
I have to admit... seeing ALL that stuff in your driveway that you had laid out to put IN your van... I laughed hysterically at how much of it would still be in the driveway when you drive away packed full 🤣 Kudos man, you get the last laugh here!!!! Love what you've done! That pull out rear counter ... I want that SOOOOOOO bad for my van! You want to make $$$$, start making "how to DIY" videos ASAP! You are very talented! And, if you haven't already done this: to add a toilet to your van, just get a coffee can + car litter or composting medium. It'll only get you a few uses at a time, but essential for 'just in case' lol!
I wasn’t very descriptive but I do have a portable fold open toilet seat in the video and then we would use trash bags for Walmart bags. Because of the kind of travel we’re doing we’re on the road most of the time and there are bathrooms everywhere
I am absolutely amazed how much you fit into that MINI van and still kept it looking like a normal tidy vehicle. Its clear you two are quite inventive and talented. Happy travels :-)
What!! I have watched build outs for YEARS of all kinds. I have built Tiny HomeS and SUV camped in Walmart and Truck stops to sleep. In the first 2 minutes of your Vid you solved most of my living full time in my SUV issues. TY new sub here.
In A-- of Words...A-A-AAA!! AWESOME - AMAZING! I too have the pleasure and blessing of owning a Dodge Grand Caravan (2007)...like yours. Indeed what you have done is purely ingenuous. (You certainly display/demonstrate a valuable skill of an electrician and/or mechanical engineer). Every nook and cranny has been put to a good purposeful function. I'm so very happy to have come across your Van Tour. What incredible detail...throughout. Absolutely a Top-Notch Vanbuild for a Minivan-Camper. Again...AMAZING! Thank you much for sharing. I'm quite sure a lot of Grand Caravan owners are as pleased and impressed as I am. Safe and Happy Travels!! *Vandie Van Wings*
Another thing I want to say after looking at all of the comments, is that you two seem like really nice people. I think all of us would love to camp with you! It’s nice to see good people out there!
@@singmysong1167 less chance of rain leaking down on you! I'd be worried about creatures of exhaust fumes getting up if you're not careful, but as long as it's properly sealed when not in use it seems like a great choice
I was blown away by watching this video. I said to myself this is a well thought out van modification. I’ve seen a lot of van builds and none of them have a ice maker nor a swing out kitchen.
Gina thanks for watching and thanks for the comment if you continue to watch on you’ll see I’ve change the van quite a bit and it’s even gotten better thank you
Land prices have just gone up where you live. We all want to be your new neighbor! Amazing work on your van. Let me know if the house next door goes up for sale. lol Thanks for sharing.
Great Scott this reminds me of the car in the back in the future for some reason, genius man genius conversion very thoughtful.I love DIY van build but this is just soo different just what you need for an adventure nothing more nothing less. big respect for the build
Wow! I've been following vanlife for a few yrs! I've also been inspired to live tiny! I have some physical disabilities but not gonna allow that to stop me from either a van rv or tiny home! I miss adventure! Youcr done one of the very best diy van builds! Extremely creative and absolutely so practical! Awesome! Enjoy! And ty!🙂👍🌞🦋
This is one of the best and most intricate minivan builds I've ever seen (ranks right up there with Foresty Forest haha). My favorite part though is the swivel seat - I've never seen that in a minivan but have been wanting that in my van. Could you tell us more about where you got it and how the install process was? Does it meet any legal requirements for a car seat in the US? Great build, can't wait to hear more about your travels!
Thanks for watching my first project of changing this van into a camper van was to turn the front seat around I felt it was absolutely important in this tiny little vehicle to access that front area. And obviously I’m not the only one that sees the importance of turning the front seat around. And after using it on the road it is been amazing and very useful
Def would love to know where you got the swivel kit from. I have the same van and would love to do this conversion. Great build, extremely detailed and neat. I would pay to have this set up.
Looks like you could make some money off of this video. I also, would be interested in more information about the swivel seat, or, if you are willing to do this for others, keep us informed!
I’ve gotten so much attention on the swivel seat that I will be showing pictures of what it look like before it was built so people could try to copy it if they wanted to. Thanks for watching
This minivan camper build is pure "GENIUS" It is so functional and cozy and it has EVERYTHING!!! I am so impressed, I want one exactly like this so BAAAAADDDDD!!!
Truly Genius! Lots of ideas to save money. I love that squirrel fan that's genius and I'm going to put one in my apartment vent. The compressor is not near what it should be for the AC
Seriously, your van is the best build for the space, that I have every seen! and I've been watching videos for over 6 months now, trying to figure out what will work best for me. I think your van and the way that you built it, would be perfect for me. I will save it and refer to it often, if you offer any plans I would love to know. Thank you! Teresa
Amazing build well done. I'm starting to like these minivan campers more than cargo van campers. Unless you want to be fulltime i think small vans are better and massively more affordable.
How terrific! You put some great ideas into your camper. I also have a Dodge Grand Caravan so I am always on the hunt for ideas. I love all the things you put in to keep track of your water and electricity. Smart to put lighting in all those typically dark and hard to see and reach places too! The swing-out kitchen in the back is awesome. You really could patent that and sell it. I am curious to go look under my hood and see if I have the same space you have under your hood for where you put the second battery. Did you have to take something out to make room for that? The switcher for charging on the floor next to the driver's seat is brilliant, as is your blower system! Gonna have to try tucking the mosquito screen into the back windows like you did...I have been struggling with how to best install that. Gaaaa...so much cool stuff!!! I do have two suggestions for you if it isn't offensive to offer them... 1) I recommend purchasing the little cups that you put under the wheels of a bed frame to protect your van flooring and distribute the weight a little. The metal parts that you fold down in the front look pretty thin and could wear holes in the floor of your van over time. 2) Speaking of holes, many people recommend putting holes of some sort in the bed platform to allow for air flow beneath the bed to prevent trapped air and molding. This might help reduce the weight of those lovely big birch sheets you are using and make it easier to slide them around when making the bed; in addition to the benefit of the airflow, especially for your AlpiCool, which you were smart to turn outwards so as not to block the vents. With all that said, surely it won't be just me who is eagerly awaiting any more videos you make. Following as we speak! Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and build, and best of luck to you and your lovely wife Tammy on your travels. - Alis
Thank you so much Vince Saluto for sharing this fascinating van and your works. As other people said, I really hope to see or get your explanation about how you made the table with its arm, slide bed frame, swivel passenger chair, and swing cabinet. These are the greatest one I really want to have in same way. Thank you again for sharing.
What a genius engineer ,This is the best I've seen,very neat and clean and also tidy..I love it..such a nice job....enjoy your adventures.Thanks for sharing...
Thanks for taking the time to comment we are currently enjoying the ventures at this moment we’re sitting in front of a laundromat in New Mexico tomorrow we go to Roswell New Mexico to see if we can find any aliens
WOW! I agree with the majority... this is the best mini van build I’ve come across in all the years I’ve been researching! If you were to recreate this build on another van and film the process in detail for a fee, you would do a huge service to people who would love to create a similar build! Bravo!
OMG! This is the most impressive mini van build I have ever seen. Thanks for listing the Amazon links so I can borrow your creative ideas. I have watched hundreds of builds and you defiantly have my respect. Great job!
Forgive me if you've answered this already, but I was wondering where you purchased the swivel captains chair. I've been researching those for my 05 town and country but have not made a purchase yet. Thank you for the amazing tour. It was wonderful! :)
Thank you for sharing with the world. Each human must find their own wants and needs. Seeing you both happy at the end was the best. Now get that van rocking 😉
WOW!! Thank you!!! You absolutely have everything! Very impressive and well thought out, so intrigued by how you fit everything in and used the smallest space for very important items. So many 'outside-the-box' ideas. Your copper water pipes and the shore power-- who would ever think to put anything in those spaces?! So much I have not seen in a minivan before. Very well done!
Where did u get the swivel seat at.or is it diy.what kind of bracket system is that for ur swing table I am wanting to do a dodge van also all the help would be great thanks have a great day
Very impressive. Even if you don’t do a DIY, if you could list your materials used, and a basic overview of what you did, that would be super appreciated.
another option: compile everything you did into a PDF and sell the plans. Grand Caravan, Grand Voyager and Town & Country owners is a wide swath of potential customers for just compiling the plans, once. just a thought. take care.
Your conversion beats all the conversions I have seen in 4X4 units, large and small vans. I've been overland camping in my 2016 Jeep Compass for several months and slowly modifying it to meet my needs. You have introduced several ideas that I will incorporate into my build. The map you glued into the ceiling is amazing...what an incredible idea! I'm sure you get great inspiration looking at it as you lie in your bed. Thank you for sharing your van with us and I hope to see you on the road one day. Be safe and Go Chief's! (My favorite team.)
Wow. I've never seen some tricks in minivans such as rolling passenger's seat and your amazing table. Your adventurevan looks awesome. Interior and exterior are very stylish) Good luck and safe journeys!
I was a doubter but now I’m a fan ,you are the master,it’s so well thought out so well executed I think you have shown with planning and ingenuity you can have a camper ,love it so impressive
Thank you so much for watching and for commenting yes I intend to show where you only need a minivan to get out there and really enjoy the world and have a way to be comfortable I don’t need a big house or a big van
WOWWW!!!this is the BEST van conversion i have seen yet, just amazing!! im sure all of us wish we could hire him should we decide to go this route!! For people who need to live in their car! Great job and soooo inspiring, thank u so much for sharing!:)
Like you, I am getting inspired. Would love to sell my home and live in a van full-time. Don't want to care for a yard. Don't want to pay ever-increasing taxes, etc. For now, I'll have short journey travels in my suv. So excited.
Thanks for watching I know the grind of a home becomes a burden it would be nice to just travel and enjoy the world. The clock is ticking we might as well get out there
You took inspiration to a different level altogether. It's like a mister gadget in the form of a van! And your camping checklist is top shelf👌 for sure.
I wish all of that live out of our Dodge Caravans could meet and have a van life BBQ or something cause its so uplifting to watch.... Like I am NOT ALONE....so many people. God bless us all !!!
Hands Down The Best Mini-Van Build in my book. I am building out my Dodge Caravan. I won't be going back to change anything lol. But in the future when I do you have given me so great Ideas. Thank you for the video. Hope you guys will go out and enjoy your build a little bit.
I just want to say thank you very much for all the response I’m a bit overwhelmed. We’re out in the van doing a test run so if I don’t immediately respond to your comment please be patient I’ll take time and answer questions thanks so much
vince saluto I’m jealous, have a safe and wonderful trip!
LOVE the stuff you have done and shared WOW very very cool thank you Vince :)
If you are ever out in the Sierra Nevadas yall can come camp by my caravan😄🌲
Just enjoy yourselves!! You deserve it ♡ thank you for sharing this amazing build!!! Happy trails xoxo
Where did you get the swivel seat bracket?
This is the best build and simple build I have seen the entire 3 years I've been looking at converting vans
Thank you
I know for real, definitely next level
The bed metal frame makes a lot of sense. It save space and It looks solid. Brilliant idea.
Very nice van..!!
Agreed
Ohh man, man how much would I've paid you to help me in Iraq when I was tasked to steal electricity from the officer's tent camp!
Beautiful setup, this is by far the BEST EVER van conversion I've seen, and believe me, I've seen hundreds. Mr. Saluto, I salute you for a job well done! YOU ARE A GENIUS, SIR! I'm going to follow you on every recorded trip.
Semper Fi
Thank you for all those kind words it’s very nice
agree. Its a lot of very good ideas
why am I just now seeing this in 2024. My husband and I want to get out there now and not wait till were retired and 70 because we might not make it. People want to live their lives now. We don't want to just work, work, work never taking the time to live fulfilling lives. This is an innovative build, and it is great quality. Thank you, guys, so much for the inspiration.
Thanks for watching and commenting. I’m so glad that we weren’t inspiration. It makes us happy.
This is hands down the most ingenious minivan camper I have ever seen. I love all the switches and dials, too. Inspector Gadget meets steampunk meets vanlife? I would love to see a video about how you made your table hardware. I am going to cobble something together because the premade version is ridiculously priced, but yours is not only functional, it is lovely to look at too! And I'm mostly impressed that you weren't afraid to modify your van in very permanent ways. That, to me, is true creation.
I have a hobby machine shop at home so some of the parts were made in my home machine shop. Thank you for watching and commenting
@@VinceSaluto1 Can you make me the pass seat swivel or a link to buy one??
Cricket, I have a 2005 Mazda and I will not be afraid to modify any part of it either since I could be its final owner...with its current mileage at 153,000. But I sure wouldn't mind the first opportunity to buy his fully-converted fancy 2006 Dodge GC😆.
Can you share a link to the purchase the swivel seat?
I got way too excited when the back console swung out haha, this van is so neat, well done!
Thanks for watching
I'm in 💕 w the back swing out! And CAPTN chair
Blessings
It appears you fabricated the different elements and powder coated. (You must be an engineer!).
Amazing things I see here:
Swivel table
Swing-out Kitchen
The board that ticks into your bed as a night stand
The leather work to hold things (I HATE the mesh pouches and hanging shoe storage things where you can lose your stuff!)
The fact that you got a 2nd battery under the hood! That’s the best place for it! (My Jackery 500 with a 100w solar panel runs my fridge and other things while boondocking).
Needless to say you have plenty of lights all around. You thought it through to reach it from both sides!
Best of all your seat covers! So cute.
Great build!
Thank you for all the kind words but the truth is I’m a stonemason
@@VinceSaluto1 Your all that and more! Including funny
@@VinceSaluto1 my father was a carpenter and a genius. I think it takes a special kind of Genius to work with your hands and be that good. Great job!
My dad was an engineer and I was convinced you were too! He would have been thrilled to help me make an amazing van build! Alas, I’ll have to go with videos but yours should be a huge help!! Thanks! Sure wish you were in the business of fabricating that swivel chair!! 😊
@@VinceSaluto1 ...my younger brother is a stone mason. I'm going to see if he thinks like you, lol.
Awesome job! Please do a detailed video on DIY swivel seat!
I’m out on the road so when I get back I plan on trying to do some follow up videos with maybe some tricks that I learned
Yes please... I have 2005 caravan and would love to see more on the swivel seat too.... also lots of other comments asking for more info on the swivel. Thanks !
Really interested in the swivel seat. Did you fabricate it, or can they be purchased.
Swivel seat, how did you do that?
Looking for your plan on the swivel passenger seat too. Just bought a 2019 Caravan today!
The first thought that comes to mind is "Inspector gadget". Wow what an amazing built, I love it. It's your home away from home, have fun traveling and stay safe.
Thanks I think you’re right
Impressive. First time I've ever seen a swivel seat in a minivan.
Me to that is why I did it first. Thanks for watching and commenting
Does it adjust back and forth so knees don't hit the glovebox?
@@newlalee873 I have a 2007 GC and I’m looking to do a swivel seat, too. I’d that the original seat, or did you have to replace it? Can you say a little about how you did it? Great stuff!
Where did you get the swivel seat mount? Great job btw!
Where did u get the swivel for chair? Can u share more info on that? Love ur videos
Just amazing build, your narrative is really clear. Thank you for taking the time to make the video. Hope you enjoy your van.
Thanks for the kind words and watching the video. I am extremely greatful
You may not realize this right now, but this is about to go viral within the van conversion world. Extremely epic mini-van build, smart and comprehensive. Definitely the most impressive so far for a DIY. Take a trip, sell it, and do it in a bigger van I want to see it! Please share things you would have done differently or glitches you run into on the way! Things that worked, things that didn’t, etc. message me if in ojai/ventura area i’ll buy you guys a beer. If you ever need extra cash on your trip just put some affiliate links in the description and you’ll pull in some play money without a doubt.
Thank you Kevin for the nice offer if we ever get in town will sure holler at you were out on the road currently so I’m doing good to keep up with the comments
I have watched thousands of van builds, YOU have done the BEST job yet!!! Congratulations!!
Oh my gosh what a wonderful complement thank you so much
I can’t believe you fit all that in your mini van! I loved how you made the storage well by the hatchback so accessible to every day use. I like your slim down version of the Lagun table. Brilliant and so well done. Thank you for sharing
Thank you for watching and thanks so much for that very positive comment
And I forgot all about the ceiling map, hot shower & ice maker!!! I'm planning to go back & watch this one over & over...plus save it in case I ever run into any body willing to help bit-by-bit.
Thanks for watching. Wait till you see it next time. Its getting a face lift.
8:00. Good grief you’ve got a “Flux Capacitor”. 😂. Congratulations on an awesome build. Very impressive!
Thanks for watching and commenting.
I have to admit... seeing ALL that stuff in your driveway that you had laid out to put IN your van... I laughed hysterically at how much of it would still be in the driveway when you drive away packed full 🤣 Kudos man, you get the last laugh here!!!!
Love what you've done! That pull out rear counter ... I want that SOOOOOOO bad for my van! You want to make $$$$, start making "how to DIY" videos ASAP! You are very talented! And, if you haven't already done this: to add a toilet to your van, just get a coffee can + car litter or composting medium. It'll only get you a few uses at a time, but essential for 'just in case' lol!
I wasn’t very descriptive but I do have a portable fold open toilet seat in the video and then we would use trash bags for Walmart bags. Because of the kind of travel we’re doing we’re on the road most of the time and there are bathrooms everywhere
I am absolutely amazed how much you fit into that MINI van and still kept it looking like a normal tidy vehicle. Its clear you two are quite inventive and talented. Happy travels :-)
Thanks for watching and commenting we have had so much fun doing it it’s been our pleasure
What!! I have watched build outs for YEARS of all kinds. I have built Tiny HomeS and SUV camped in Walmart and Truck stops to sleep. In the first 2 minutes of your Vid you solved most of my living full time in my SUV issues. TY new sub here.
Thanks for watching this makes me very happy when people find that this helps them with their build that totally was my intention
In A-- of Words...A-A-AAA!! AWESOME - AMAZING! I too have the pleasure and blessing of owning a Dodge Grand Caravan (2007)...like yours. Indeed what you have done is purely ingenuous. (You certainly display/demonstrate a valuable skill of an electrician and/or mechanical engineer). Every nook and cranny has been put to a good purposeful function. I'm so very happy to have come across your Van Tour. What incredible detail...throughout. Absolutely a Top-Notch Vanbuild for a Minivan-Camper. Again...AMAZING! Thank you much for sharing. I'm quite sure a lot of Grand Caravan owners are as pleased and impressed as I am. Safe and Happy Travels!! *Vandie Van Wings*
Thank you so much for all your kind words this is the absolute reason I shared this was that other people could get ideas just like I did
This is by far my favorite build... Innovative, beautiful, and practical! Great job and design as well as build!
Thank you so much I definitely appreciate all the kindness in the words
This is crazy...crazy amazing. I was in awe the whole time.
Well done Sir.
Wow thanks so much
Bravo!!!! Not only is your skill set top notch, so is your creativity. Really glad you shared. It looks so comfortable and well thought out.
Thank you so much for watching commenting we do appreciate it
Another thing I want to say after looking at all of the comments, is that you two seem like really nice people. I think all of us would love to camp with you! It’s nice to see good people out there!
Wow! What a nice think to say. Thank you so much. Vince
Im boggled! absolutely amazing The best van build I have ever seen by far and I have been watching van builds for 25-30 years.
Thank you so much Daniel for that comment
Excellent van build! So many unique touches. The fan at the floor location is brilliant!
Thank you very much!
Yes, ingenious. Would that be better than cutting out a hole in the roof, as I see many have done, and installing a fan on top?
@@singmysong1167 less chance of rain leaking down on you! I'd be worried about creatures of exhaust fumes getting up if you're not careful, but as long as it's properly sealed when not in use it seems like a great choice
Fantastic job Vince and Tammy. You have same incredible ideas and an eye for detail. Someone will greatly benefit from this.
Thank you
I was blown away by watching this video.
I said to myself this is a well thought out van modification. I’ve seen a lot of van builds and none of them have a ice maker nor a swing out kitchen.
Gina thanks for watching and thanks for the comment if you continue to watch on you’ll see I’ve change the van quite a bit and it’s even gotten better thank you
Land prices have just gone up where you live. We all want to be your new neighbor! Amazing work on your van. Let me know if the house next door goes up for sale. lol Thanks for sharing.
Funny Robert I do have good neighbors they let me leave and they watch my house
Good comment, Robert!
W O W ! Great build! you could clip the showerhead on the tailgate as it opens, put your tent below. NICE!!
Thank you for watching and commenting I know I think I’m going to put a clip on the tail to put the showerhead
This is what happens when you give a minivan to mad scientist. Dude, this build is epic!
Thanks for watching thanks for commenting we’re having fun
Funniest comment...so far...had me rolling! 😆😁
This guy is a genius! Of course his wife shared the ideas!
See you got that right thank you for watching and commenting
Great Scott this reminds me of the car in the back in the future for some reason, genius man genius conversion very thoughtful.I love DIY van build but this is just soo different just what you need for an adventure nothing more nothing less. big respect for the build
Thanks for the comment thanks for watching
Wow! I've been following vanlife for a few yrs! I've also been inspired to live tiny! I have some physical disabilities but not gonna allow that to stop me from either a van rv or tiny home! I miss adventure! Youcr done one of the very best diy van builds! Extremely creative and absolutely so practical! Awesome! Enjoy! And ty!🙂👍🌞🦋
Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting we usually keep the van in bed mode these days it’s just easier
I think you secretly had a great time setting up your van,and you did a marvelous job.wow I hope you guys truly enjoy it.
Thank you
That little tray thingy is genius. Def gonna use that idea. Happy vanning!
Thank you for watching and commenting
This is one of the coolest builds I've seen! That swing out is epic!
Thanks for watching and commenting
I can see he had a lot of fun using his creativity and craftsmanship to outfit his van. Well done!
Thank you for watching and commenting we did have fun we still are having fun
This is one of the best and most intricate minivan builds I've ever seen (ranks right up there with Foresty Forest haha). My favorite part though is the swivel seat - I've never seen that in a minivan but have been wanting that in my van. Could you tell us more about where you got it and how the install process was? Does it meet any legal requirements for a car seat in the US? Great build, can't wait to hear more about your travels!
Thanks for watching my first project of changing this van into a camper van was to turn the front seat around I felt it was absolutely important in this tiny little vehicle to access that front area. And obviously I’m not the only one that sees the importance of turning the front seat around. And after using it on the road it is been amazing and very useful
Def would love to know where you got the swivel kit from. I have the same van and would love to do this conversion. Great build, extremely detailed and neat. I would pay to have this set up.
Now that is a compliment!
I love that swivel seat too!
Looks like you could make some money off of this video. I also, would be interested in more information about the swivel seat, or, if you are willing to do this for others, keep us informed!
This is the best build ever!!!! I have always wondered if they passenger seat can swivel around! Love this! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks it seemed important to me to turn the seat around since there’s a limited amount of space inside the van
OMG great build!!!!! I especially love the swivel seat you need to sell that I would pay money for that
I’ve gotten so much attention on the swivel seat that I will be showing pictures of what it look like before it was built so people could try to copy it if they wanted to. Thanks for watching
@@VinceSaluto1 Thank you and great channel BTW. Subscribed here and will be looking for more vids. Keep on Keeping on!!!!
@@VinceSaluto1 would love to get more info on swivel seat! Would really open up the space. Thank you!
Jesus. This is so illegal. This is not DOT approved passenger seat mount. He should be saying don’t try this at home instead.
The electrical/power/lights blows me away. Detailed perfection. Military? Engineer? Both? Amazing job. Amazing.
Thanks for watching not military just being creative
Best Minivan build I've ever seen! I just subscribed! You could start a business building out Minivans for people like me! ✌💞
I will try to follow up with some videos after I try everything out
@@VinceSaluto1 That would be wonderful! Thank you!
I was planning to make the same comment!
This is "so next level" seems like a star trek episode. I salute you.
Warp Speed Scotty
So many great additions to your van. Thanks for sharing. Excellent job. Enjoy your travels.
Thanks so much!
@@VinceSaluto1 you're welcome.
This minivan camper build is pure "GENIUS" It is so functional and cozy and it has EVERYTHING!!! I am so impressed, I want one exactly like this so BAAAAADDDDD!!!
Thank you for watching and they are very affordable.
Very nice build ....looks like you pulled out all the stops on it
Hope you both have alot of fun with it
That's the plan!
Truly Genius! Lots of ideas to save money. I love that squirrel fan that's genius and I'm going to put one in my apartment vent. The compressor is not near what it should be for the AC
Thanks even though I haven’t used it much we haven’t been in warm enough Climate.
Times like this makes me miss my ex. husband, he was really handy with these kind of things..
Thank you for watching and thanks for commenting
Best van build of all time. Congratulations
Thanks for watching & commenting
Seriously, your van is the best build for the space, that I have every seen! and I've been watching videos for over 6 months now, trying to figure out what will work best for me. I think your van and the way that you built it, would be perfect for me. I will save it and refer to it often, if you offer any plans I would love to know. Thank you! Teresa
Thank you Teresa. This response has been amazing it is definitely made me happy
How many things in the small van, wow! You think about every switch.
Thank you
Amazing build well done.
I'm starting to like these minivan campers more than cargo van campers.
Unless you want to be fulltime i think small vans are better and massively more affordable.
Thanks for watching. Minivans Rock
Brilliant! I watch a ton of van build videos, and this is the best one I've ever seen for a minivan. You could have a new career building campers.
Wow, thanks!
Hey Vince great job. I'm in a D/C too and really like what you did. Very well thought out. 👍
Thanks Frank
This is the first time I've watched this and its so amazing how talented and gifted you are Vince, WOW! JUST WOW!
Thank you for watching and thank you so much for the comments
This is the best van conversion I have seen , it is amazing and I will like to know if you have a video when you where building it
I do have photographs and some video of the van and it’s build stage I will definitely try to put some more information out when I get back
wow that is the most beautiful 2006 caravan I have ever seen. It looks BRAND new!
Thanks for watching
Beautiful van build, love the swivel seat and table, very impressive, you deffinately gave me some ideas
Thanks that’s the whole idea
First you got me with the Chiefs shirt, but then you got me with the whole build 👏
Thanks for watching and commenting we do like the Chiefs being from Missouri so thanks again
Great job. You have given me so many ideas. I have an 07 that's been my savior since COVID. CARAVANS RULE. ✌️🇨🇦✌️
And they’re cheap and they’re plentiful thanks for watching
You remind me of my father-in-law and how he works on things and puts them together. He is meticulous as you have been. Great job!
Thanks for watching and thanks for the compliment I’m sure your father-in-law also enjoys tinkering
Aaaaaaaa! FOUND IT! This is for me. Thanks so much. 💜
Thanks for watching we appreciate it
How you have made this van seem so spacious just blows my mind. Well done! Love it.
Thanks for watching and thanks for that comment we do appreciate it
How terrific! You put some great ideas into your camper. I also have a Dodge Grand Caravan so I am always on the hunt for ideas.
I love all the things you put in to keep track of your water and electricity. Smart to put lighting in all those typically dark and hard to see and reach places too! The swing-out kitchen in the back is awesome. You really could patent that and sell it.
I am curious to go look under my hood and see if I have the same space you have under your hood for where you put the second battery. Did you have to take something out to make room for that? The switcher for charging on the floor next to the driver's seat is brilliant, as is your blower system! Gonna have to try tucking the mosquito screen into the back windows like you did...I have been struggling with how to best install that. Gaaaa...so much cool stuff!!!
I do have two suggestions for you if it isn't offensive to offer them...
1) I recommend purchasing the little cups that you put under the wheels of a bed frame to protect your van flooring and distribute the weight a little. The metal parts that you fold down in the front look pretty thin and could wear holes in the floor of your van over time.
2) Speaking of holes, many people recommend putting holes of some sort in the bed platform to allow for air flow beneath the bed to prevent trapped air and molding. This might help reduce the weight of those lovely big birch sheets you are using and make it easier to slide them around when making the bed; in addition to the benefit of the airflow, especially for your AlpiCool, which you were smart to turn outwards so as not to block the vents.
With all that said, surely it won't be just me who is eagerly awaiting any more videos you make. Following as we speak! Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and build, and best of luck to you and your lovely wife Tammy on your travels.
- Alis
Thank you Ali’s for your views your comments and your suggestions I appreciate all of it
Genius. One of the best, if not the best minivan builds I've ever seen. Stealth in the best way.
Thanks for commenting thanks for watching it is appreciated
Go Chiefs! You did an amazing job! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you
Thank you so much Vince Saluto for sharing this fascinating van and your works. As other people said, I really hope to see or get your explanation about how you made the table with its arm, slide bed frame, swivel passenger chair, and swing cabinet. These are the greatest one I really want to have in same way. Thank you again for sharing.
Thanks for watching thanks for commenting I do appreciate it
Your very creative and practical , I love the swival seat
Thanks for watching
You are so incredibly handy...I need someone like you as a consultant! Awesome
Thanks for watching the videos and for all your comments that you’ve made
3:26 ladies and gentlemen we got him he has a flux capacitor proof that he’s been time travelling
You see the flux capacitor does exist ha ha
What a genius engineer ,This is the best I've seen,very neat and clean and also tidy..I love it..such a nice job....enjoy your adventures.Thanks for sharing...
Thanks for taking the time to comment we are currently enjoying the ventures at this moment we’re sitting in front of a laundromat in New Mexico tomorrow we go to Roswell New Mexico to see if we can find any aliens
@@VinceSaluto1 good luck and have fun.....lol.
What a simple awesome build! Great job and thank you for sharing.... gives me some great ideas
Thanks for the compliment. Glad to hear it.
WOW! I agree with the majority... this is the best mini van build I’ve come across in all the years I’ve been researching! If you were to recreate this build on another van and film the process in detail for a fee, you would do a huge service to people who would love to create a similar build! Bravo!
Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting
You did an amazing job ! It looks so nice n you thought of everything !! Hope you don't mind I subbed n I shared this video to FB n IG ..
Thanks for watching no problem thanks for sharing
OMG! This is the most impressive mini van build I have ever seen. Thanks for listing the Amazon links so I can borrow your creative ideas. I have watched hundreds of builds and you defiantly have my respect. Great job!
Thanks for watching and commenting and all the kind words it is appreciated
Thanks for the awesome video, I'm interested in that passenger seat swivel. Aloe can you make a video showing how that table is made?
Will do Thank yo
This is the most creative invention of car camping that I have ever seen!
Amazingly beautiful!
Thank you so much for watching and thanks for that great comment
Please tell me where you bought the HARDWARE for the TABLE: brilliant!
Everything was made in house
Great video. Pls do a video on swivel table and mount. So great!
That van is the most well thought out build i have seen!! AMAZING!
Forgive me if you've answered this already, but I was wondering where you purchased the swivel captains chair. I've been researching those for my 05 town and country but have not made a purchase yet. Thank you for the amazing tour. It was wonderful! :)
Thanks for watching sorry it has been so long since I replied.
I now have a link to a swivel in the discretion.
Thank you for sharing with the world. Each human must find their own wants and needs. Seeing you both happy at the end was the best. Now get that van rocking 😉
Thank you for those wonderful words it feels good
Wow that’s a amazing set up congratulations and I hope you get to enjoy that will definitely sub and follow safe travels
Thanks so much!
WOW!! Thank you!!! You absolutely have everything! Very impressive and well thought out, so intrigued by how you fit everything in and used the smallest space for very important items. So many 'outside-the-box' ideas. Your copper water pipes and the shore power-- who would ever think to put anything in those spaces?! So much I have not seen in a minivan before. Very well done!
Thank you for watching and commenting. I really do appreciate all the comments that have been made
Where did u get the swivel seat at.or is it diy.what kind of bracket system is that for ur swing table I am wanting to do a dodge van also all the help would be great thanks have a great day
Thanks. The seat swivels were DIY.
@@VinceSaluto1 can u do a video on showing it how it was built
Very impressive.
Even if you don’t do a DIY, if you could list your materials used, and a basic overview of what you did, that would be super appreciated.
another option: compile everything you did into a PDF and sell the plans. Grand Caravan, Grand Voyager and Town & Country owners is a wide swath of potential customers for just compiling the plans, once. just a thought. take care.
@@CetMM l
This is the most incredible minivan build I've seen thus far!!! Clearly you are a master electrician. Just wow!!!!
Thank you very much
Wow! This is amazing but I expected the best from an Andy Reid fan.
Wow, thanks!
Your conversion beats all the conversions I have seen in 4X4 units, large and small vans. I've been overland camping in my 2016 Jeep Compass for several months and slowly modifying it to meet my needs. You have introduced several ideas that I will incorporate into my build. The map you glued into the ceiling is amazing...what an incredible idea! I'm sure you get great inspiration looking at it as you lie in your bed. Thank you for sharing your van with us and I hope to see you on the road one day. Be safe and Go Chief's! (My favorite team.)
Thank you for watching and commenting it always gets me excited to hear about people using the ideas I love it
Where did you find the swivel for the passenger seat?
he built it, himself
Thanks for watching
@@CetMM ...and has a video about the welding & build.
Hands down THE BEST van conversion! Excellent craftsmanship & very innovative!
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The swival seat where can i get one so i can install
Thanks for Watching
I need a swivel seat
@@VinceSaluto1 please where can I find the swivel seat. I looked but can’t find. Did you fabricate it yourself. Really great
@@karentrusty3596 ..he made another video about the swivel seat build, did you get to watch it, friend?
Wow. I've never seen some tricks in minivans such as rolling passenger's seat and your amazing table. Your adventurevan looks awesome. Interior and exterior are very stylish) Good luck and safe journeys!
Thanks for watching thanks for commenting it is appreciated
In My Dreams I own this Masterpiece!
Grand it is! Let me know when you're tired of it. 🏞🏜🌄🚐🛣
Thanks for watching thanks for commenting I got a feeling I’m gonna wear this thing out
I was a doubter but now I’m a fan ,you are the master,it’s so well thought out so well executed I think you have shown with planning and ingenuity you can have a camper ,love it so impressive
Thank you so much for watching and for commenting yes I intend to show where you only need a minivan to get out there and really enjoy the world and have a way to be comfortable I don’t need a big house or a big van
WOWWW!!!this is the BEST van conversion i have seen yet, just amazing!! im sure all of us wish we could hire him should we decide to go this route!! For people who need to live in their car! Great job and soooo inspiring, thank u so much for sharing!:)
Thank you for watching and commenting I am definitely going to follow up and show things so that people can learn to do some of this themselves
Like you, I am getting inspired. Would love to sell my home and live in a van full-time. Don't want to care for a yard. Don't want to pay ever-increasing taxes, etc. For now, I'll have short journey travels in my suv. So excited.
Thanks for watching I know the grind of a home becomes a burden it would be nice to just travel and enjoy the world. The clock is ticking we might as well get out there
You took inspiration to a different level altogether. It's like a mister gadget in the form of a van! And your camping checklist is top shelf👌 for sure.
Great van build. One of the best I've seen.
Thank you
I wish all of that live out of our Dodge Caravans could meet and have a van life BBQ or something cause its so uplifting to watch....
Like I am NOT ALONE....so many people. God bless us all !!!
Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting
@@VinceSaluto1 No, Thank You!!!!
Hands Down The Best Mini-Van Build in my book. I am building out my Dodge Caravan. I won't be going back to change anything lol. But in the future when I do you have given me so great Ideas. Thank you for the video. Hope you guys will go out and enjoy your build a little bit.
So glad I gave ideas to people thanks for watching and commenting appreciate it