SOLO FEMALE’ ENGINEER'S high-security VAN CONVERSION | How she keeps vanlife safe 🔒

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  • Опубліковано 3 січ 2025

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  • @NateMurphy
    @NateMurphy  2 роки тому

    🎓. The Van Conversion Course; www.diyhero.me/
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  • @susancollado5290
    @susancollado5290 2 роки тому +39

    💕That’s a well thought out van design💕Love the large fridge/freezer & pullout pantry💕

  • @dianenaylor2104
    @dianenaylor2104 2 роки тому +26

    I love it, especially having a full bathroom!❤️

  • @posteroonie
    @posteroonie 2 роки тому +7

    I held out pretty well as she described one cool feature after another, but by the time she opened the rear doors I was officially jealous. :) 800+ah of battery? Wow that's the way to go, hot water and cooking without the risk and hassle of propane.

  • @annhans3535
    @annhans3535 2 роки тому +7

    One of the best layouts and configurations I have seen so far. I love the huge kitchen set up and the fact that you have rooftop usable space.

  • @jillwklausen
    @jillwklausen 2 роки тому +25

    Nice job. I absolutely love the side-by-side fridge-freezer. Safe travels!

  • @alisong2328
    @alisong2328 2 роки тому +3

    I especially love this van - especially the kitchen and bathroom. The deep dink and large fridge/freezer are great, as well as the heated floor.

  • @frkzoid
    @frkzoid 2 роки тому +55

    Great van. I'm planning to go stealth with an office in mind so nothing exterior and the roof with be filled with solar panels. Shower will be hidden as well for an open floor plan. Can't wait to join the Van Life living but realistically, it's probably going to be 12-18 months or longer for me before I can start. 😔

    • @FrugalFactor
      @FrugalFactor 2 роки тому +6

      Within the next week I will upload a van tour of a fully stealth Promaster Van.

    • @sosteve9113
      @sosteve9113 2 роки тому +5

      Im in the progress of building one,materials are ordered

  • @tannertanner8769
    @tannertanner8769 2 роки тому +6

    I love that bathroom and your backsplash. I like that you can do some cold weather living in there too.

  • @alyssagolinar9436
    @alyssagolinar9436 2 роки тому +7

    She did an awesome job! Hardworking and solid, a real one!

  • @moringaottawa
    @moringaottawa 2 роки тому +4

    safety is a huge concern. glad to see it being discussed

  • @Rhys_Beer
    @Rhys_Beer 2 роки тому +6

    damn that view when she was on the roof amazing super jelly

  • @klengetti
    @klengetti 2 роки тому +4

    I LOVE your van conversion - you incorporated all the convenient comforts of a real home (ingenius conversion)!

  • @--ag
    @--ag 2 роки тому +1

    Gosh her van is super nice! I have such high respect for her skills and knowledge. I'm going to try to learn one day. Plenty of inspiring stuff here.

  • @jomama81ranch8
    @jomama81ranch8 2 роки тому +3

    I like the full bathroom with the toilet fixed in place!

  • @markcampion1029
    @markcampion1029 2 роки тому +9

    Great van, putting a tent on top is a great idea.

  • @haydeeramirez5920
    @haydeeramirez5920 2 роки тому +7

    This has to be my favorite Van build. I love it. 💕💕

  • @nevillemcfarlane6094
    @nevillemcfarlane6094 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing design! Be blessed and stay healthy! One love ❤

  • @petersimpson633
    @petersimpson633 2 роки тому

    Good video. Intriguing so many full timers prioritize fixed bed over lounging area. Love that doggie has her own space, so kind.

  • @himhersoundoff
    @himhersoundoff 2 роки тому +18

    Love this! So glad to see a van lifer prioritizing hygiene by having a shower and toilet in the van love that!

    • @judithryle2113
      @judithryle2113 2 роки тому +1

      Many of them will say they haven’t had a shower in weeks. Nasty

    • @judithryle2113
      @judithryle2113 2 роки тому

      I like your design

  • @brandonsanders9674
    @brandonsanders9674 2 роки тому +11

    now that is a BEAUTIFUL van build! 💗😍

  • @AGSXCS
    @AGSXCS 2 роки тому +1

    Very neat, really impressive

  • @efortunywhitton
    @efortunywhitton 2 роки тому +3

    Love your van and all the practical details; your dog is gorgeous!

  • @barbcosgrove64
    @barbcosgrove64 2 роки тому +1

    You really thought this out and did a great Job 🙏🙏👏👏👏...

  • @jefferypowell1461
    @jefferypowell1461 2 роки тому +1

    That Breville is key. Best coffee machine ever.

    • @jonclement
      @jonclement 2 роки тому

      I run the Breville bambino off my 280aAH (draws 140A for ~8s). Nothing like a cup of joe for a wilderness morn

  • @risingrat5491
    @risingrat5491 2 роки тому

    This van is very pretty, with calm colours and simple design:) and that fridge.. just expend my reality😲 never seen it in van before

  • @Doc1985
    @Doc1985 2 роки тому +6

    Very nice well-thought-out van build!!!

  • @roadtripmitch
    @roadtripmitch Рік тому

    Nice Van & Tour. Safe & Wonderful Journeys!

  • @shirleyrowe4078
    @shirleyrowe4078 2 роки тому +2

    Great van! She killed it.

  • @Questioneverything8888
    @Questioneverything8888 2 роки тому

    Great build ! Love the bathroom , deep sink and that fridge !!!!

  • @xxQrchinaxx
    @xxQrchinaxx 2 роки тому

    Might be the best van ive seen in years.

  • @pastelgamercorn9260
    @pastelgamercorn9260 2 роки тому +1

    Best van design I've seen!

  • @michaelsheehy1801
    @michaelsheehy1801 2 роки тому +3

    It’s a great idea I love it having shower in the van

  • @TheUberTrekkie
    @TheUberTrekkie 2 роки тому

    Smart. And I love the colors!!

  • @syedjavedahmad9719
    @syedjavedahmad9719 2 роки тому +1

    Indoor shower, excellent.

  • @icucode
    @icucode 8 місяців тому

    Awesome build. That’s how I want to build my camper someday 👏😊

    • @NateMurphy
      @NateMurphy  8 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for watching, she did a wonderful job on this one :)

  • @kevinwilson3332
    @kevinwilson3332 2 роки тому

    I really think your Van is beautiful I really appreciate how you care about your 🐕 u self

  • @bohoxplorer840
    @bohoxplorer840 2 роки тому

    Awesome top quality build. That fridge is to die for Gurl👍👍👍👍

  • @eva-britthjalmarsson9811
    @eva-britthjalmarsson9811 10 місяців тому

    Awesome build!

  • @thomaschainey3230
    @thomaschainey3230 2 роки тому

    Great Van set up. Smart lady she designed it well & what I was exspecting from a engineer. Would love to have a van set up like this including the girl.

  • @Vita-Minka
    @Vita-Minka 2 роки тому +1

    Наконец-то туалет в душе!
    👏👏👏
    Только за это 👍

  • @darthraiderVt
    @darthraiderVt 2 роки тому +1

    Can you share some general pricing? Van-cost, components-cost, builder-cost and other general costs (I understand there are variables, just general totals)Thanks!

  • @chelseatatum5370
    @chelseatatum5370 2 роки тому

    This is really nice!!!

  • @taulguedi637
    @taulguedi637 2 роки тому

    A solo lady with a "big" dog is an intelligent lady. I like it.

  • @ritabroils6190
    @ritabroils6190 2 роки тому +2

    Ooo, I have never seen a frig like that!😃

    • @jonclement
      @jonclement 2 роки тому

      I just had to order an 8L compressor freezer to old our "ice cream necessity"

  • @susankustich1720
    @susankustich1720 2 роки тому

    Beautiful! One of the best!

  • @angelicaortega3994
    @angelicaortega3994 2 роки тому +1

    Great van built.

  • @glennda1939
    @glennda1939 2 роки тому

    Great van! Thanks for sharing!

  • @Robin-gf7bd
    @Robin-gf7bd 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, very nice. Looks perfect for me!! Where did you have the conversion done?

  • @finnomara4148
    @finnomara4148 2 роки тому +4

    Always curious why American conversions have the kitchen "blocking the entrance on the siding door side while on uk/ European conversions they tend to have the kitchen opposite the sliding door and seating facing forward. can't decide between advantages and disadvantages of both

    • @lauramoor7730
      @lauramoor7730 2 роки тому +4

      Use the space and get fresh air when ur cooking.

    • @margarethutchens5463
      @margarethutchens5463 2 роки тому +7

      One advantage to the sink being on the sliding side is that with the right faucet it can double as an outdoor shower, doggie wash, or rinsing station.

    • @finnomara4148
      @finnomara4148 2 роки тому

      @@lauramoor7730 too much rain in Ireland for much outside cooking 😭

    • @michaelb1761
      @michaelb1761 2 роки тому +3

      @@finnomara4148 In America, I think most people head to the dry and warm southwest in the winter (I know that I would).

    • @sosteve9113
      @sosteve9113 2 роки тому +1

      I think both have their functionality in a way

  • @kellypoulos8702
    @kellypoulos8702 2 роки тому +1

    Lovely!

  • @aleksandravujasin7034
    @aleksandravujasin7034 2 роки тому

    Great van! Love it! ❤️

  • @tonyhawk123
    @tonyhawk123 2 роки тому

    Hi Nate, in case you werent aware, clicking the “View on Spring” ebook link in youtube gives a 404 not found.

  • @catheyjenkinsstocks74
    @catheyjenkinsstocks74 2 роки тому

    Beautiful build....

  • @Shoeless_DA
    @Shoeless_DA 2 роки тому

    Go Toreros! Great build 👍

  • @scotthaskell4060
    @scotthaskell4060 2 роки тому

    Like the dog bowl holders. Is there a link to buy them?

  • @kenogster3059
    @kenogster3059 2 роки тому

    Nice electrical setup.

  • @apbxny216
    @apbxny216 2 роки тому

    Your van is really nice.

  • @allandurning3rd364
    @allandurning3rd364 2 роки тому

    👍 great build 👍
    And beautiful dog dawgette 😍
    Army AL 🤠😎

  • @bmxnoobe9024
    @bmxnoobe9024 2 роки тому

    A great build!

  • @JoeMaranophotography
    @JoeMaranophotography 2 роки тому +11

    Love how Americans sound like they are asking a question when stating a fact 🤣

    • @selfesteem3447
      @selfesteem3447 2 роки тому +1

      That sing - song way of talking😒

    • @TheSebiestor
      @TheSebiestor 2 роки тому +1

      Aussies do the same; high inflection at the end of every sentence

    • @susie2251
      @susie2251 2 роки тому +2

      It’s not Americans. It’s a California accent.

    • @nicolelalondebourgeois4394
      @nicolelalondebourgeois4394 2 роки тому

      @@TheSebiestor Yes they do! My daughter moved there and she has that accent.

    • @had2galsinthebooth
      @had2galsinthebooth 2 роки тому +1

      It's a sign of intelligence and education. We know facts are subject to change with new info,so,we speak with confidence yet still tentative. Seems the obvious way to be in this rapidly advancing world,,,,,doesn't it? 🤣 See what I did there? 😁

  • @rickeydenler2385
    @rickeydenler2385 2 роки тому

    Install a cattle fencer they wont touch it but once not deadly but thousands of volts low amperage

  • @marcdewilde518
    @marcdewilde518 2 роки тому

    Really impressed with the quality of the conversion. I tried to look up the shower system in the parts list but couldn't find the water supply/shower head "hook" mounted just under the ceiling. Do you have a link? Thanks! ATB!

  • @valentinashevchenko3570
    @valentinashevchenko3570 2 роки тому +4

    What is the brand of the fridge?

  • @tommyeverest
    @tommyeverest 2 роки тому

    Nice build 😊

  • @DavidDLee
    @DavidDLee Місяць тому

    A month with this little fridge? I assume our full size home fridge will last one person two weeks, though some stuff will get spoiled in a week or less.
    Years ago, we had a little fridge, with a smaller freezer, it would absolutely not last a week, even when eating lunch at work.

  • @presidentpotato222
    @presidentpotato222 2 роки тому

    Please Show more of the Fluffer ..

  • @douglas1071
    @douglas1071 2 роки тому

    Nice van wonderdul personality and the cutest dog. I, howeve, always want to know how much the build cost all in? How much does the lifestyle cost. Don't sell the good without explaining the cost.

  • @LuvMyCardiKids
    @LuvMyCardiKids 2 роки тому +1

    Where does the rooftop tent live when it’s not on top of the van?

  • @pamagujar183
    @pamagujar183 2 роки тому

    Nice design! Who did the work? How much was the cost of conversion? How long did it take?

  • @bluegull1541
    @bluegull1541 2 роки тому

    You have a perfect build, but I would need more trunk space for my gear!

  • @desmondfalakei7108
    @desmondfalakei7108 2 роки тому +2

    Very impressive setup. Leave it to an Engineer

  • @janicegilbert4029
    @janicegilbert4029 2 роки тому

    Would you explain the toilet? How it works?

  • @darrellfort1668
    @darrellfort1668 2 роки тому

    vanlife4ever!

  • @cowpunkability
    @cowpunkability 2 роки тому

    So do you use same water heater for shower? Is it a propane kind or electric? Great job, os inspiring

  • @qwerty-wt5dr
    @qwerty-wt5dr 2 роки тому

    Question: how do you clean your dog if it is dirty after a walk?

  • @michaelb1761
    @michaelb1761 2 роки тому +1

    Nice looking well laid out van. As I am 6'1", a 6' bed would be a problem for me even though I like backpacking and am used to a small sleeping space.

  • @x35mmman
    @x35mmman Рік тому

    my concern is the sink is so so close to the stove top device. Is this van a/c when not driving

  • @netposerx
    @netposerx 2 роки тому

    You can get a swing out arm for your bike rack so you can open the doors. There is no way I could get my ebike on a raised rack like that. haha

  • @bentelog2823
    @bentelog2823 2 роки тому

    1st van design i saw with shower inside.

  • @dwaynepeterson9337
    @dwaynepeterson9337 2 роки тому

    What did you use for insulation?

  • @zatty1000
    @zatty1000 2 роки тому

    Wow that's exactly how I want mine to be like, who was your builder if you don't mind me asking maybe you won't mind giving that information! Thanks!

  • @wageslave387
    @wageslave387 2 роки тому

    For an EE I was expecting a far more spectacular electrical system...

  • @mariamoshogianni7008
    @mariamoshogianni7008 2 роки тому +1

    Cozy van nice build and Sammy is adorable thanks for sharing god bless stay safe 🙏 😊 ❤️

  • @riftgod6169
    @riftgod6169 2 роки тому

    how much power does that fridge take

  • @lisasweller6711
    @lisasweller6711 2 роки тому

    That simply safe will be a life saver at night when our sleeping, so in reality I feel that it is a good purchase for you. Remember you are a woman. I myself no matter how much self defense I know and what fire arms I have, the first defense is your windows and front door. Being safe and protected at all times is a good thing. So yes it is a great purchase. Great van to. Cute dog , enjoy have fun, stay safe and healthy.

  • @marianelaabarca3214
    @marianelaabarca3214 2 роки тому

    Very nice

  • @MichaelsJohnDeere
    @MichaelsJohnDeere 2 роки тому

    Love your Breville machine was wondering if I could get this into my van now I know!

  • @MycoolNZ
    @MycoolNZ 2 роки тому

    the vans cool as hell and same with her.

  • @fatimapabatao4916
    @fatimapabatao4916 2 роки тому

    ur really an. Engineer ur van is very well design

  • @cmichael6117
    @cmichael6117 2 роки тому

    Hey, Murphy. How’s Trix?

  • @Tyme_flies
    @Tyme_flies 2 роки тому

    Wow out of the less than 1oo Van life videos that I've watched this is the 1st one that I've seen filmed with the doors shut. Seriously, if it's more on this channel I haven't seen them. Oops ! Lol

  • @WeeSmokey
    @WeeSmokey 2 роки тому

    🏂 Ski 🏂 and 🏂 snowboard 🏂 I'm in 🏂

  • @morganfalkdesigns
    @morganfalkdesigns 2 роки тому

    No counter space BETWEEN the stove and sink

  • @taurusview9
    @taurusview9 2 роки тому

    It was worth watching your video and thank you, btw, love your espresso set up, how many grams of coffee do you tamp every time?

  • @PersonalTrainerLamar
    @PersonalTrainerLamar 2 роки тому +7

    "High-security van conversion - How she keeps vanlife safe"
    Why the false headline?
    Just to grab attention / clickbait?
    Less than 30 seconds dedicated to security - 17 seconds on a SimplySafe setup that she admittedly does not / can not use. The remainder of the "safety & high-security" is about 11 seconds mentioning a safe she retrofitted - pointed to, described, but never seen...
    Not at all what was expected from your headline - I WANT those wasted 10 minutes back!

    • @kae146
      @kae146 2 роки тому

      i came here waiting for that info too. plus i feel that if it were "high security," she would've maybe had a wall separating the cab from the main living area. otherwise i enjoyed the rest of the build/tour.

    • @donamorenoable
      @donamorenoable 2 роки тому +2

      She probably shouldn't have mentioned she rarely use the security or where she keeps her safe.🤔

    • @patricelockertanthony7630
      @patricelockertanthony7630 2 роки тому +1

      High security for HER. If you want/need something different, or more, than you do you. No need to leave $hi+ stains wherever you visit. Lol

  • @syedjavedahmad9719
    @syedjavedahmad9719 2 роки тому

    Excellent part indoor shower and toilet for nighttime. Happy trails be safe take care, Allah bless you.

  • @benterwellen
    @benterwellen 2 роки тому

    Nice setup

  • @josephsalazar1817
    @josephsalazar1817 2 роки тому

    Hi nate❤❤❤

  • @randombitts286
    @randombitts286 11 місяців тому

    Wheelbase?