DIY ‘90s VAN to MODERN TINY HOME... The Entire Build

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  • Опубліковано 22 кві 2023
  • In this video I buy this old 1990 Chevy G20 conversion van and transform it into a modern, handmade, luxurious camper van complete with a hidden tv, sink, fridge, maple cabinets, vinyl floor, cedar ceiling, pot lights, neon lights and retractable barbeque. This detailed build video outlines the entire building process complete with narration and full explanation of each step. Then I take my new camper van on a camping trip in the Canadian wilderness.
    The entire livable van build cost $7000 CAD in renovations, plus $6000 for the van itself.
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    Materials and Plans: www.drewbuildsstuff.ca/
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  • @DrewBuildsStuff
    @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +1849

    Thanks for watching! I put my heart and soul into this one and have some really cool stuff coming up this year so feel free to subscribe. I'll also be doing some merch giveaways coming up in the next few weeks on my instagram @drewbuildsstuff so give it a follow if you like free stuff.

    • @sassyd8738
      @sassyd8738 Рік тому +40

      That was so Beautifully made and very cool as well

    • @carewilliams6393
      @carewilliams6393 Рік тому +20

      I honestly think it looks amazing fair play only thing I would add are curtains or blinds so they don’t look like van windows inside hun x

    • @philipludlam6970
      @philipludlam6970 Рік тому +24

      Amazing, very clever guy loved every second, it is amazing

    • @domlecompte2415
      @domlecompte2415 Рік тому +9

      You have my kind of comedy

    • @thebestfornow7735
      @thebestfornow7735 Рік тому +5

      Iron is said like I-on in South Africa

  • @qena
    @qena Рік тому +3344

    I just watched a 1h17 minute van build in one sitting. That’s not an easy thing to pull off without being boring. I can’t even watch a tv show without pulling out a phone. Well done man…really

    • @momokhi87
      @momokhi87 Рік тому +71

      I just realized the same thing! Awesome video thank you

    • @balthazarquinn
      @balthazarquinn Рік тому +33

      Same! 😂

    • @whotf888
      @whotf888 Рік тому +59

      *and with my attention span being that of a guinea pig

    • @phoenixrising5640
      @phoenixrising5640 Рік тому +31

      Same. I was very intrigued 😂 but this is definitely a dream of mine so it makes since.

    • @NewSkiwi
      @NewSkiwi Рік тому +15

      Agreed!

  • @DonMorte2
    @DonMorte2 Рік тому +3107

    The fact you've done all this in one video and not made it into a 40 part series is amazing!

    • @DrewBuildsStuff
      @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +314

      Is 1 hour and 17 minutes too long? Haha thanks for watching

    • @pigseye2
      @pigseye2 Рік тому +179

      @@DrewBuildsStuff not too long!!! Loved it!

    • @fanofhifi
      @fanofhifi Рік тому +52

      @@DrewBuildsStuff Nope. Moar plz!

    • @SayNEThingElse
      @SayNEThingElse Рік тому +34

      @@DrewBuildsStuff I would guess monetarily this would be better for you to break apart into several videos. Keep peoples attention span and have more videos to drive views.

    • @SHKEKEKE
      @SHKEKEKE Рік тому +46

      ​@@SayNEThingElse longer videos tend to monetize better if they are good videos

  •  Місяць тому +38

    Hey Drew! I'm a 71 yr old man still working at my job for 52 yrs. Lately I've been watching UA-cam almost exclusively and I happened to come across this video. I truly enjoyed watching the build and wanted you to know how much I appreciate all the hard work put in along with the hours and hours of video editing. Thanks for sharing this with all of us.

  • @Katoptrys
    @Katoptrys 17 днів тому +6

    You probably have one of the only 1+ hour long videos I've managed to sit through in one go. It looks like an amazing project, it's the kind of thing that makes you say "I wish I could go camping in it" even if you've never cut a piece of wood in your life

  • @sandybranem5322
    @sandybranem5322 Рік тому +419

    I’m an 80 year old great Grama and I watched this entire video in one sitting.. This just amazes me!! You are great Drew!!

  • @Oragirl5826
    @Oragirl5826 7 місяців тому +162

    I am a 65 year old African American lady. I was watching a video on Crypto, somehow I landed on this video, I watched it from the beginning to end, do not know why but I couldn't click away. I have never built anything before and not planning to because I won't even know where to start. You are amazing. it makes me to want a Van like yours but I have to pay maybe double what you spent because I have to pay for material and Labor., maybe someday if I can save up some money but I doubt it. Anyhow I enjoyed the video very much I even subscribed so I can watch more of your video, God bless

    • @blaubarschbube4643
      @blaubarschbube4643 5 місяців тому +7

      Why was the fact that you’re 65 and african American important

    • @moniquen.torres9201
      @moniquen.torres9201 5 місяців тому +3

      I watched my first video on converting vans into mini travel homes by Dual Ex. Watch his videos if you enjoy these but watch DualEx. He custom makes these type of mini travel vans. The young man is amazing. Every conversion van, mini van, RV or truck. He can make a mini home on wheels. He does all custom builds & all his designs. The young man is an excellent craftsman and he's talented in multiple fields. I was quite impressed on DualEx work. The young man is pure talented.

    • @denicarobinson7154
      @denicarobinson7154 5 місяців тому +34

      @@blaubarschbube4643why is it important to you that she mentioned it? Don’t be a weirdo.. nothing about her comment was disrespectful. Maybe because she feels like someone her age and race don’t watch things like this yet she did and found it interesting.

    • @marvanbee
      @marvanbee 5 місяців тому +4

      If I can go from a desk job in the tech world and become a carpenter & seamstress, I have no doubt you could learn if it's something you really want to do. :) Maybe one just needs to be more desperate for the solution or be so sick of the other stuff to the point of desperation... ;)

    • @hxdari
      @hxdari 5 місяців тому +1

      @@denicarobinson7154Its just random amd weird to announce that lol

  • @ianfisher390
    @ianfisher390 Місяць тому +17

    Drew, that was one of the most amazing videos I’ve ever seen. Turning a 1990s van into a modern tiny home is an unbelievable project. I can’t imagine how much blood sweat and tears went into making not only the video but the van you are an incredibly talented person, I have none of the skills that you have but just watching you gave me so many ideas, you have no idea. Thank you for showing me what’s possible, and for sharing your God-given talent.

  • @helencantimagine
    @helencantimagine Місяць тому +5

    I'm a 70-year-old widow from Tennessee, USA. I watched the video all the way through. You did an amazing job. I have no gifts or talents in the area of building, but there wasn't a boring moment in this video. You do excellent work and have wonderful interior design skills. One of my favorite parts (there were many) was the walnut countertop. It was BEAUTIFUL. I subscribed to your channel and look forward to going through your old videos. Well done, Drew!

  • @fernandchristiaens5349
    @fernandchristiaens5349 5 місяців тому +356

    An inspiring book with lots of ideas for a variety of garden buildings The instructions are detailed and clear with plenty of photos. As a beginner ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxBE-xSmFU7PIaMFUmmhnFxE035s5svtxeI was looking for a manual that would walk me through the basics with detailed instructions and this book does just that. The book caters to both the beginner and more experienced DIY enthusiast with builds varying in complexity, from straightforward projects such as the one we've completed, to more ambitious builds. Absolutely on trend, with instructions on how to install solar panels, green roofs and sweet chestnut shakes - It's given me lots of ideas for future projects!

  • @ExploringthWorld
    @ExploringthWorld 9 місяців тому +145

    I've always wondered how long it would take me to find all the videos I would need to do a van build. Each step would be a brand new learning experience. This video is gold. Everything in one place, with reasoning behind various choices. Epic!

    • @yhyhy
      @yhyhy 8 місяців тому +1

      We are a supplier from China, providing products covering agricultural products, food, steel products, clothing and other raw materials

    • @terriffingtea
      @terriffingtea 7 місяців тому +2

      ​@@yhyhybased 💯

    • @mduniverse11115d
      @mduniverse11115d 7 місяців тому

      Awesome build. Great video.

  • @darkkevind
    @darkkevind 5 місяців тому +10

    Having one long video is definitely the way to go. Fair enough, I did watch it all in several sittings, but I hate having to "wait until the next video" during a long build like this. Great work. Simple. Functional. Amazing! 👍

  • @kathyw.barnett5283
    @kathyw.barnett5283 4 місяці тому +4

    Wow! This guy is a real professional. That van looks spacious & comfortable! Very nice tiny motorhome! Perfect! ❤ it!❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊

  • @jlisehrl
    @jlisehrl Рік тому +101

    Man, this is probably my favorite van build video. All the time and effort you put into this is just great. Documenting all the little details of your build will help others make their dream build come to life. Heck, I even appreciate not putting a big power setup into the van with all the inverters and charge controllers etc, you just kept it simple so everyone can follow what you've just build. Thanks for putting out such a nice work for us!

    • @DrewBuildsStuff
      @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +13

      Thanks for watching!!

    • @yhyhy
      @yhyhy 8 місяців тому

      We are a supplier from China, providing products covering agricultural products, food, steel products, clothing and other raw materials

  • @nelson2095
    @nelson2095 Рік тому +55

    Your colour choice to have a darker one on the bed/couch area to contrast the lighter one on the kitchen area gives a look of separation between the two. Perfect. This is a must watch video for all of those who wish to DIY a van build. Awesome video and amazing build.

  • @lynsettle5265
    @lynsettle5265 4 місяці тому

    Love your rebuild of van. Excellent planning and work, I enjoyed your comments ; which explained your thinking and actions as you build.
    Thank you for sharing!

  • @BodyworkByJon
    @BodyworkByJon 4 місяці тому +8

    Nothing better than a man that knows how to use tools cut and measure his wood

  • @64offsuiter
    @64offsuiter 10 місяців тому +82

    Longer creative content like this is so refreshing. This chap is so skilful and I’ve taken a couple of ideas for some future smaller builds - really inspiring.

    • @yhyhy
      @yhyhy 8 місяців тому

      We are a supplier from China, providing products covering agricultural products, food, steel products, clothing and other raw materials

  • @ADPuckey
    @ADPuckey Рік тому +49

    it's always such a great surprise to see these videos. what gets me is how casually you drop these - no hype, no drawn out series, just a sudden video drop of some incredible long-form content. I love it. cheers

    • @rmpawar1791
      @rmpawar1791 Рік тому +4

      What about toilet and bath.job done well.happy journey.

  • @suzyfoster623
    @suzyfoster623 4 місяці тому

    I just watched the complete van build ...it looks so good !! Great work ..Thank you !!❤🎉🎉

  • @teresaflores3704
    @teresaflores3704 Місяць тому

    Looks VERY GOOD !! I like the contrast with paint and natural! Have fun!!

  • @johnmarshall2291
    @johnmarshall2291 Рік тому +83

    Your video production is excellent. Your builds are quality. No ego or drama either. So unlike most UA-cam BS. You seem like a nice guy. Of course! You're a Canadian! Thanks Drew. Keep it up!

    • @sunshine3914
      @sunshine3914 11 місяців тому +1

      Canadian! That explains the excellency. There’s another Canadian who builds an assortment of stuff from the ground up, & every step is perfection.

  • @FearEeatsTheSoul
    @FearEeatsTheSoul Рік тому +43

    I’m 41 years old, and done all kinds of Work. Your finish work on this VAN is absolutely beautiful work. The attention to detail does not go unnoticed. Excellent Job on this VAN. People have always called me a perfectionist, and sometimes it annoys others, but I refuse to cut corners on finish work. It just looks that much nicer when you’re done. Again, great Work & Video! Subbed!

  • @borysowczarek733
    @borysowczarek733 Місяць тому +1

    Good job. It's great that you slowly show and explain each step. You don't keep it to yourself, you share it with others, showing it slowly. One of the best videos about making a camper.👍👍👍👍

  • @judymielcarek6011
    @judymielcarek6011 13 днів тому

    WOW! What an amazing transformation! You have a lot of knowledge for such a young man. Have a great time in your new camper.

  • @lourdesgallegos7508
    @lourdesgallegos7508 Рік тому +123

    I love the combination of painted cabinets and the raw wood look. It really helps to define the kitchen and sleeping area and I believe that makes it look larger.

    • @desmondludick192
      @desmondludick192 Рік тому +1

      Well done.

    • @sunshine3914
      @sunshine3914 11 місяців тому

      While it looks great, it’s not practical for weight. Probably gets 7 MPG.

  • @charbranton
    @charbranton Рік тому +133

    Wow, what an incredible transformation! You really nailed the modern aesthetic while still maintaining the original character of the van.

  • @josephg.lombardo3090
    @josephg.lombardo3090 Місяць тому

    Just completed the build video start to finish. Shared it with my brother and his son . They had done a sprinter conversion. They will be renovating it to improve the basic build and change in focus. They may see some ideas. The color of the base I think was perfect choice. Loved the content.

  • @dolores2850
    @dolores2850 3 місяці тому

    Love how everything turned out. Just beautiful.

  • @bingus160
    @bingus160 Рік тому +90

    Design, woodworking, electrical - the level of skill needed to make something like this is insane. Amazing job

    • @imreeori9603
      @imreeori9603 Рік тому +3

      I was thinkin about that...Ridiculous....Hardworking bloke...To be able to do things like that, alone, at your age...WoW....Wish I had all these skills and interest...Respect

    • @bingus160
      @bingus160 Рік тому +1

      @@imreeori9603 it's motivating in a way too, I feel like going and trying this but I know I'd mess it up haha

  • @johntate5284
    @johntate5284 Рік тому +116

    Your best build so far! Your choice to paint the couch cabinets and leaving the kitchen cabinets natural was spot on. Not only was the project amazing, but the countless hours you spent on the edit were equally impressive!

    • @DrewBuildsStuff
      @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +14

      Thank you John, appreciate it!

    • @codygrinnell8676
      @codygrinnell8676 Рік тому +5

      @@DrewBuildsStuff agreed.. If you painted everything a dark color, it would have the effect of making the inside seem smaller.. the lighter colors can help make it seem a littler bigger

    • @kelcritcarroll
      @kelcritcarroll 7 місяців тому

      Wow! That price is just awesome.

  • @MamaWolfsArt
    @MamaWolfsArt 8 днів тому

    I just sat and watched the whole video, and I am so glad I did. Fantastic workmanship...❤❤👏🏾👏🏾

  • @EmuDad
    @EmuDad Місяць тому

    Such an amazing transformation. Hiding everything in cabinets was a great touch also especially the tv.

  • @PjuskSA
    @PjuskSA 7 місяців тому +153

    If you still have the part you cut out for the sink, you can make it into a cutting board for when you don't use the sink, and have it over where the sink is, very useful! 😊

    • @fanantsele4950
      @fanantsele4950 6 місяців тому +9

      Use it as a top cover???

    • @skipjames8437
      @skipjames8437 6 місяців тому +4

      Totally. I wonder if he's done that yet.

  • @adelachavez7894
    @adelachavez7894 5 місяців тому

    Wow! Loved the Van Build. Great job!

  • @larrybell1305
    @larrybell1305 5 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing this awesome Van customization!!

  • @ComradeStiv
    @ComradeStiv Рік тому +52

    You never know who or how many you might inspire by simply documenting what you love doing. By the time those wrenchingly beautiful ending shots came around I was teary-eyed imagining doing this myself thanks to Drew's inspiration and hope. You are helping people, my man. Keep going 🙏

  • @chrissywright4671
    @chrissywright4671 5 місяців тому +76

    Husband and I just watched back to back, tiny home build, sauna and the van! You now have two new subscribers from Queensland Australia! Love your work 🤙

    • @laurawalker4675
      @laurawalker4675 4 місяці тому +1

      Dude that is A-mazing. Good work!!!!

  • @777cieloazul
    @777cieloazul 5 місяців тому

    Absolutely beautiful! Amazing skill and craftsmanship. Fun to watch. Thank you. ❤

  • @aicarnie
    @aicarnie 5 місяців тому

    My wife and I bought an 89 G20 conversion in Vancouver about 18 years ago. We drove it all across Canada and then back across the USA. Stayed in State and National Parks whenever possible and lots of regular camp site in between. Had an absolute blast. We had to leave it behind when we left the USA. I miss that van. Great memories.

  • @garyparkerson9527
    @garyparkerson9527 Рік тому +65

    Thank you for posting this as one long (for UA-cam), start-to-finish video. I can’t imagine a better way to communicate the impressive, 90s-to-modern transition. You’re getting good at this!

  • @bunnobear
    @bunnobear 11 місяців тому +97

    The first video of yours I have watched and I loved every minute of it. You explain things so well and your patience for measuring blows me away. My dad was a great woodworker, he built grandfather clocks and used walnut veneer in them, such a beautiful wood.❤

    • @Lettusfarm
      @Lettusfarm 10 місяців тому +2

      I agree, I love walnut. The house i bought was partially decided on because of the walnut flooring lol.

  • @user-my1ko6vu7j
    @user-my1ko6vu7j 4 місяці тому

    I just bought a 1990 G20 after 4 years of looking. I am excited to begin my own renovation. I watched this nonstop Its so entertaining, useful, awesome and wow I will use this video many times over the next few months! Thank you Drew Clever thoughtful person I wish you every success and great love!

  • @mccastelo
    @mccastelo 2 місяці тому +6

    To all of you people that keep saying that it was too much work for just a home gym and are bashing the idea: did y’all miss the part where he said he started building it to be a tiny home to rent out as an AirBnB, but then the city would not allow him to make it a dwelling? THEN HE SAID “so we decided had to change direction and make it a gym.” Do y’all understand how building and dwelling permits work? He had to scrap the original idea of renting it out as an Airbnb because the city ordinance would not allow it. Pay attention. Your DerpDeDo is showing

  • @I3urton
    @I3urton Рік тому +113

    Any other channel would've split this into a video series over the span of two or three months, and this madlad just goes in and does the entire project in one. Your videos spark joy every time.
    Nicely done, man. Love it!

    • @DrewBuildsStuff
      @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +28

      Haha I wasn’t sure it would be interesting enough if I split it up, on the other hand I wasn’t sure anyone would stick around for 1 hour and 17 minutes!

    • @FreezeFrame175
      @FreezeFrame175 Рік тому +3

      @@DrewBuildsStuff if it has an hour we can just skip/watch on 2x, if it's split I just lose interest and dont even watch the others

    • @maximuszastrow9961
      @maximuszastrow9961 Рік тому

      I think that if you split it up, you can get more money from ads an views and whatnot

    • @codygrinnell8676
      @codygrinnell8676 Рік тому +5

      @@DrewBuildsStuff normally... I wouldn't.. but the build is amazing, and the price for everything is even more amazing!!! The only thing stopping a normal joe from doing this is the access to all the tools!!

    • @Kehsejogi
      @Kehsejogi 2 місяці тому

      ​@@DrewBuildsStuffI' watched whole thing very interesting😊

  • @1anita1m
    @1anita1m Рік тому +46

    You have done such an excellent job. Your attention to detail is awesome. I love that you kept the kitchen area natural and painted the lounge area. Excellent choice.
    By the way, I didn't realize this video was over an hour long. I actually watched the whole thing without getting bored. Great job!!!

    • @DrewBuildsStuff
      @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +6

      Thanks for watching! Definitely my longest video hah

  • @elizabethbeighley7372
    @elizabethbeighley7372 5 місяців тому

    This is the most practical n beautiful build I have seen thus far! Well Done! Happy Travels!

  • @gailh9749
    @gailh9749 4 місяці тому

    I just love watching you build stuff. So satisfying.

  • @_Pictonic
    @_Pictonic Рік тому +524

    the efforts you put into these videos is amazing

    • @DrewBuildsStuff
      @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +35

      Thank you!

    • @rand0mstuff744
      @rand0mstuff744 Рік тому +12

      ​@Drew Builds Stuff I love how this video was taken slow, instead of the seemingly infinite number or van conversion timelapses there are 😂 Love your projects, keep makin your stuff! :)

    • @Stupidity-.
      @Stupidity-. Рік тому

      😅

    • @lawrenceralph7481
      @lawrenceralph7481 Рік тому

      Seems very expensive and a lot of work for an occasional accommodation that can be rented.

    • @niklaswendt6083
      @niklaswendt6083 Рік тому

      ​@@lawrenceralph7481 åÅ

  • @BP-xe7dw
    @BP-xe7dw Рік тому +16

    I must say, one of the best videos on van building by far!!! I like that you actually understand that people watching your videos have varying skills and technical understanding, yet you offer knowledge for the whole spectrum. On the top of that, you filmed everything so beautifully. Bravo and kudos to you. Love the knee pads.

    • @DrewBuildsStuff
      @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +3

      Thanks for watching! Yes I try to keep my videos simple enough that the average person could tackle the build if they wanted. My tool collection keeps growing so it gets a little harder to do each time

  • @imbonnie-hl3xk
    @imbonnie-hl3xk 26 днів тому

    really appreciate the quality of the video. lot of info and ideas here. Really great editing and camera work. easy to see what you’re doing.

  • @frostg7554
    @frostg7554 4 місяці тому +1

    Absolutely amazing. Well done, Drew, well done.

  • @curm1778
    @curm1778 Рік тому +18

    Well that is outstanding. Better than my build by quite a margin. One thing that I found really helped with having a barbecue (Coleman grill) sitting on my underbed drawer was a shower curtain to pull across the back. Cut down to size and trimmed with neodymium magnets, it kept out the cooking grease, bugs, and generally people staring into your home when you were cooking or just had the bay doors open. Easy enough to pull open as needed. I'm adding a pair of roll away awnings right now. One small one across the back (because who wants to cook in the rain) and a longer one over the side door. Both should make it real handy for rain water collection, too. Can never do with enough fresh water!

  • @Zeldalou42377
    @Zeldalou42377 11 місяців тому +57

    You really manage to make an hour plus video easy to watch and stay engaging. I learned a few things from this that I'll apply at home to my IKEA 'as-is' section finds! I will say that I use an electric turkey carving knife when I cut foam cushions and that works well, too.

  • @NatureJoePureCanadian
    @NatureJoePureCanadian 3 місяці тому

    I absolutely love this build. I agree with the creator over the vertical pocket TV it is my favourite feature too. Well done, great work. I personally like the maple wood non painted. The wood look goes better the wood ceiling.

  • @stacyriddle
    @stacyriddle 2 місяці тому

    This video is AMAZING! I’ve seen many, yours is actually sooo very HELPFUL!

  • @carolewarrenrealtor
    @carolewarrenrealtor Рік тому +38

    Dude mad respect 👏 You got serious skillz ... really enjoyed the step by step video, focus on details, clever additions, and transformation all in just 6 weeks 😲 -- kudos on an Epic build!

  • @user-jd5fq8nn9j
    @user-jd5fq8nn9j Рік тому +24

    I can’t believe I watched this build for over an hour already. I love the meticulousness you out into the build, no cutting corners, every line is precisely cut and sender. So
    Sophisticated Look, a joy to watch

  • @angelamaggio-zabrocky6326
    @angelamaggio-zabrocky6326 5 місяців тому

    Watching you rebuild the van. Love the gray sofa/bed and natural tone kitchen cabinets. Your wood counter top is beautiful, love the finish.

  • @ISWI1965
    @ISWI1965 3 місяці тому

    That was amazing. I literally watched the whole thing. You did a brilliant job. Perfection. Congrats❤️

  • @sharonmobley8634
    @sharonmobley8634 9 місяців тому +33

    Wow! Drew, you can really build things. I loved watching this! I'm 77 years old or I'd give it a go myself. Thanks for doing this video.

  • @SkyGuyPNW
    @SkyGuyPNW Рік тому +31

    One can really tell the great lengths you go in your attention to detail. And I'm not just talking about your builds. Your videos, the music, the narrating, down to the little caption at one hour in to this video. All top notch stuff. You're a great human, doing great things. Thank you for all that you do.

  • @rafaelortiz1187
    @rafaelortiz1187 3 місяці тому

    Congratulations 🎉 I couldn't stop watching the whole video. Your van is awesome 😎 Hope you enjoy it a lot. Best regards from Mexico

  • @reelprettyfish
    @reelprettyfish 3 місяці тому

    Yeah it's pretty mesmerizing. I can't stop watching. Looks beautiful. Good job.

  • @rajarshibag3833
    @rajarshibag3833 10 місяців тому +27

    Binge watching your videos is like therapy..1h 17 minutes of Soothing video..The simplicity, funky yet Soothing background music, Simple yet Crisp and Soothing voice over... everything was just perfect..At some point it felt like These 1h17 minutes were far better than watching a movie... Amazing ❤️❤️❤️

  • @exzisd
    @exzisd 9 місяців тому +40

    As a Home Depot employee I’m mentally placing all the items you picked from your local store to my store here in the West Chicago area. It’s satisfying to see people do creative things and find solutions to problems intuitively even more so than standard building and repair work. I’m often curious of what interesting projects customers may be up to when they buy large orders.

    • @yhyhy
      @yhyhy 8 місяців тому

      We are a supplier from China, providing products covering agricultural products, food, steel products, clothing and other raw materials

    • @jwilcox4726
      @jwilcox4726 8 місяців тому

      Isn't it amazing & wonderful when we find out someone who would be our friend forever it seems, would really like & enjoy our company, opinions & thoughts, at the moment? Excellent. Thank you. xo

    • @HighTide_808
      @HighTide_808 7 місяців тому

      @@yhyhyoh for Phucks sake dude

  • @Diorella_scent
    @Diorella_scent Місяць тому

    Wowza! I’ve just watched this from start to finish and loved it. I would love something like this, but lack the skills and physical strength to do so myself. It must be so satisfying. It’s actually made me miss my Dad and brother who were taken far too young, as they would have helped me achieve something like this for me and my two cats. Thank you for taking the time to share your skills and your summer home on wheels. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
    🇦🇺

  • @user-jo4ne2uz5f
    @user-jo4ne2uz5f 4 місяці тому

    Spacious and cozy, so beautiful...

  • @abundancepersonified
    @abundancepersonified Рік тому +24

    I can't believe I watched the entire video! You did an amazing job. I had no idea what it truly takes to build out a van from scratch. Craftsmanship at its finest.

    • @kai928
      @kai928 Рік тому

      Same. I'm not really into van builds, but surprisingly, after clicking this video, I watched from start to finish.

  • @terrienoll225
    @terrienoll225 9 місяців тому +32

    Great show in the middle of the night, lots of tips. One small thing from a furniture maker was the attachment of the walnut countertop. Solid wood constantly expands and contracts from relative humidity, and putting fixed screws into it doesn’t allow for expansion and contraction of the piece, which *could* cause a crack at any of those screws. Slotted holes in the plywood beneath, or special washers that hold it down but let it slide etc. Look up ‘wood movement.’ Especially in a hot or cold car … Finish on both sides, too, to slow moisture movement in and out of pores.

  • @johnallard6301
    @johnallard6301 5 місяців тому +2

    2
    We are a retired couple who never camped in our life until Oct. 2021 when we purchased a 26' Rockwood. This past year we purchased a 30' Flagstaff ( same as Rockwood)
    We camp over 100 nights a year and love it.
    I think if we didn't have quality units and if they were always in the shop it might be a different story.
    We love meeting other RVers and just love exploring our beautiful country.

  • @yvonneluce1267
    @yvonneluce1267 3 місяці тому

    Really like your combination of paint , great job of your van build and of painting..you should be proud of yourself..wow looks fantastic

  • @Giitzerland
    @Giitzerland 6 місяців тому +39

    A nice measured use of entertaining narration with some sneaky innuendo, active learning, skilled labor, useful information, and ambition, who can't appreciate that?! Good job, imo.

  • @BrassBuilder
    @BrassBuilder Рік тому +33

    I started watching at 11pm on a Saturday night and just finished it at 12:15am Sunday morning even though I have to get up at 6am....The build was just so amazing. I really like how you finished your cabinets. The dark grey is the "bedroom" while the white and natural finish is the "kitchen and living" areas. I'm interested in how you upgrade the plumbing too. Thanks for a great video!

  • @janetschories-gargala9644
    @janetschories-gargala9644 2 місяці тому

    I like the way you did it. The contrast is beautiful

  • @VioletHeyoka
    @VioletHeyoka Місяць тому

    You are so good working with wood! I’ve never paid much attention to anyone doing so much sanding and what not but WOW that countertop is GORGEOUS and sturdy! Amazing job!

  • @SuzyQ89
    @SuzyQ89 Рік тому +68

    This was by far one of the nicest van builds ever! You are so talented and your attention to details is very impressive. I loved your color choices as well as the sink, the tiles and the slab you chose for the countertop. The only thing I would have changed (if you were building this for me) would be having a slightly bigger fridge. Great job!!!

  • @heidihill2361
    @heidihill2361 Рік тому +32

    Love what you did with this van. The woodwork is incredible, and it's stylish.

  • @monicalmorrison6007
    @monicalmorrison6007 4 місяці тому

    Best remodeling video ever!! Inspiring and thank you for sharing.

  • @ebonysimpsonCNM
    @ebonysimpsonCNM 3 місяці тому

    Nice work! This broadened my understanding. Exciting times we are in!

  • @AzzaTheGreat
    @AzzaTheGreat Рік тому +60

    I got to the end of this video and it honestly felt like a tv series. Some amazing filming and editing skills you have. Incredible van build. I'm so glad you showed us the actual build not just the end result.

  • @user-ys2ik9xb3r
    @user-ys2ik9xb3r 11 місяців тому +52

    the efforts you put into these videos is amazing. The patience and time to do this is just amazing. Great work!.

  • @joystream
    @joystream 4 місяці тому

    Your vision is a thing of beauty. I love this van, very home feeling, comfortable, relaxing, calming.

  • @rtsaldivar
    @rtsaldivar 4 дні тому

    Love everything you did for the upgrade!! 👍 Fantastic!!👊

  • @BenjamintheTortoise
    @BenjamintheTortoise Рік тому +32

    This was so much fun to watch... Somehow found myself mesmerized the whole way through. Your craftsmanship is stunning, so it was great to see behind the scenes from start to finish. Such a transformation, it's beautiful!! But I love that you kept the original door panels and seats in the front... Lol, it's perfect. Much love and safe travels.

  • @bpielow
    @bpielow Рік тому +60

    How does this guy not have millions of followers here and an HGTV show.
    I'm not sure why youtube suggested I watch this as I have never watched anything like it before... but I'm so glad that it did. This video was incredibly well done. Entertaining and informative. I found the video oddly relaxing and I'm looking forward to watching more when I can find the time..

    • @DrewBuildsStuff
      @DrewBuildsStuff  Рік тому +9

      Thank you, appreciate it!!!

    • @MrSGL21
      @MrSGL21 11 місяців тому +2

      dude i started subbing this guy a year ago and he had 130k subs then. now he's pushing 700k.

    • @milkyfishh
      @milkyfishh 11 місяців тому +1

      Way better than HGTV! No fake deadline drama! Death to cable renovation shows!

    • @milkyfishh
      @milkyfishh 11 місяців тому

      ​@@MrSGL21 Cause its good, no BS building.

    • @pitech4446
      @pitech4446 11 місяців тому +1

      His background music is the key to relaxing video. By far the best on youtube in building stuff

  • @Leynes-art
    @Leynes-art 5 місяців тому

    Awesome thanks for such incredible restoration!!!

  • @kisaac6933
    @kisaac6933 Місяць тому

    Nicely and tastefully done! The contrast of painting and leaving the cabinets natural was the way to go.

  • @galelovell5028
    @galelovell5028 11 місяців тому +13

    Drew, I’m a senior woman & just watched your whole video on this van build! Beautifully done! Thanks for the lessons. Loved it!

  • @SouthFloridaWoman
    @SouthFloridaWoman Рік тому +5

    I got teary eyed (in a good way) then sighed a sigh of awe as you brought out the grain in the slab when you trickled and rubbed in the Rubio. My goodness, you did beyoooooond, a GREAT job on this. I've been wanting to meet a man like this all my life 😢, &.... THANK YOU FOR THE HARD WORK YOU DID IN CREATING THE CONTENT ❤

  • @karenward5788
    @karenward5788 3 місяці тому

    I usually don't comment on any of these videos that I watch, but I enjoyed your Van build.
    Thank you so much for this video, I loved the fact that it went from the beginning to the end and I didn't have to wait for a bunch of videos to see the end result.
    You have quite a few great skills young man. I love watching your Van build because of how detailed you were and how you let us know why you did what you did. I truly appreciated this Van build.
    Please be safe out on the road Drew, and GOD bless you.

  • @andreasfradk5954
    @andreasfradk5954 Місяць тому

    I loved every second of this. This was perfect, i like these longer videos where i can just sit down and relax. Great work Drew!

  • @litomesina9155
    @litomesina9155 Рік тому +45

    You’re so amazingly talented Drew. You made everything look so easy, I’m a fan. More videos please.

  • @theresageorge5796
    @theresageorge5796 5 місяців тому +14

    AWESOME video. My husband and I have 4 adults/kids, and the 2 of us now live in VT, but also tour around in a 5th wheel trying to learn how to do as much as we can when we're in the RV - actually also in our home (huge gardener and homesteader). I could not tear myself away from the incredible quality, thoroughness and creativity stuffed into this one video, and I must have taken 2 hours to watch it because I kept going back again and again to stop and view portions of it. KUDOS to you, Drew. I can't believe the skill set you have, and we'll be watching everything we can from now on from your playlist. PS I am a fiber artist, weaver and knitwear designer, and it's just so reinforcing to see someone else's individual, core quality materials put to such great use. ENJOY your camper van, we'll probably watch this video again and again. So glad to have found your channel.

  • @sharontolbert1947
    @sharontolbert1947 5 місяців тому

    Just amazing and loved every moment of the video straight through no break could not turn away

  • @countrylife9256
    @countrylife9256 13 днів тому

    I have the 600 watt VTOMAN ,it's over a year old and works great. Thanks for a very enjoyable video. Great work.

  • @razzeldazzel18
    @razzeldazzel18 Рік тому +8

    Drew-I think this is by far my favorite of your builds and I was just constantly impressed that you didn’t take shortcuts on anything! Your attention to detail was incredible. I watched the whole thing and I was engaged the whole time so good job on your editing and storytelling as well! The pacing was good and you did a good job of mixing up the timelapse and the real-time footage so it didn’t get too repetitive.
    As you were showing off your finished product, I had a few ideas of some add-ons you could maybe include at a later date: a hanging mesh bag for produce or other food that you don’t want to put on the counter or in a drawer; some mesh storage bags on the back doors so that you have a place to put odds and ends that you want near you when sleeping; a storage console in between the bucket seats; privacy curtains for the windows; mosquito netting for the doors and windows to help with airflow but so that bugs don’t come in.
    It was an amazing video and I look forward to your next build! Good work 👍

  • @JimiQ2
    @JimiQ2 Рік тому +34

    Dude, you are amazingly skilled. Colors you chose are great. The countertop looks gorgeous.
    Keep up the good work, I salute you.

  • @dennisrobbins458
    @dennisrobbins458 5 місяців тому

    Totally totally awesome. Build your insight and vision and skill awesome

  • @SHERRILOWE-wz4lg
    @SHERRILOWE-wz4lg Місяць тому

    Wowzer its beautiful I love the painting combo you chose awesome job