The Ultimate OverLander E-Camper Honda Element

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  • Опубліковано 13 січ 2025

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  • @stratmancruthers
    @stratmancruthers Рік тому +4

    I own an ‘03, these Elements are the best vehicles I’ve owned. This is the coolest build I’ve ever seen.

    • @janesheridan5632
      @janesheridan5632 9 місяців тому +1

      My '03 Element is still running like new. 04/08/2024....

  • @highdesertbiker
    @highdesertbiker Рік тому +5

    Nice filming and editing. I like that you dont add any music or unnecessary fuss. Its all just what we want to see in detail

  • @chadritchie8402
    @chadritchie8402 Рік тому +12

    This is one of the best builds I have seen for any overlanding/camper vehicle. Amazing!!!

  • @jabellaaa
    @jabellaaa 2 роки тому +25

    This thing is a monster. I don’t have the camper pop out but this is truly inspiring stuff for my 2008 EX. If he’s still working on the box dividers, I’d reccomend making them into a multifunctional divider/cutting board!

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      That’s a fantastic idea! I’ll pass it along to him.

    • @theminister1154
      @theminister1154 Рік тому +1

      I've spent about 500 nights in mine. 2003. One thing I don't recc: building a bed. *Put your bed on the floor.* You'll want some headspace. Trust me. Stuck in the car for 2 days w/ no headroom? Noooooo thanks. Build shelves on the other side (presuming you're solo; if you aren't, you have to suck it up & build the bed.) You don't really lose storage. Just keep your stuff on the bed in a rubbermaid tub + a couple laundry baskets etc. Move em to the front seats/ atop the shelves at night.

    • @veganpotterthevegan
      @veganpotterthevegan 5 місяців тому

      ​@@theminister1154 I'm 6'1" and have a forester I ripped apart and built a bed into. I absolutely have enough head room😂

  • @donitaarender7839
    @donitaarender7839 Рік тому +19

    I absolutely love what you've done with your element! I sure wish honda would make the element again and with the same amount of room inside too.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  Рік тому +3

      Yeah it’s perfect the size just a light refresh please Honda 🤣

    • @gwenwallace6175
      @gwenwallace6175 Рік тому +1

      Rumors have it Honda is going to start making them again 2023-2024.

  • @johnking9754
    @johnking9754 2 роки тому +6

    That’s the best Element out there- hands down!

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      No doubt about it this thing is literally the ultimate Honda element

  • @aloha_element
    @aloha_element 2 роки тому +5

    Drooling in Spokane, WA 🌲🤙🏼 What a siiiiiiick Element!

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      You are telling me! Very sick element!!

  • @laurahubbard9470
    @laurahubbard9470 2 роки тому +5

    Love these vehicle tour videos!! I get so inspired by seeing what others have done.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      I’m so glad! I love making them as well! I keep running into new people to tour so it’s been such a blast to make these!

  • @salester26
    @salester26 Рік тому +3

    Incredible!!! I love the rhino paint! All of it actually. I just replaced the engine in my element with 215, 000 miles on it. Hoping to many more years traveling in her!

  • @RhonVanErman
    @RhonVanErman 2 роки тому +6

    Well done. Picked up some great ideas on the fantastic use of space. Get outside! 👍🏻

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      Seriously his use of space is un matched

  • @elementgypsy
    @elementgypsy 2 роки тому +4

    Love it! Been wanting the swivel seat! Wish I could do more mods. Too many thieves in my area. I keep it empty now. If I go on a trip, I have to put everything in.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому +1

      Damn I’m sorry to hear that. I won’t name where this guy lives but he lives in a high theft area also. He has cameras monitoring this car at all times I would do the same for sure. Thanks for watching!

  • @math4551
    @math4551 Рік тому +1

    would you do a video on how you wire inside trunk latch to get power lock?

  • @crxk20r59
    @crxk20r59 2 роки тому +3

    Great video! Really loving our Honda elements! This E is so bad azz! Can’t wait to get the swivel seats someday.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому +1

      Yeah same I’m saving up for some myself! Let’s talk about that crx in your profile picture tho dang!

    • @crxk20r59
      @crxk20r59 2 роки тому

      @@StephenAldaco 😂 poor CRX been sitting for a few years. Got out of going to the track & doing more family hikes & camping with our Elements instead.

  • @awal789
    @awal789 Рік тому

    I love the secret floor compartment, smart

  • @pjsearc1
    @pjsearc1 2 місяці тому

    awesome set up!

  • @pepethepatriot7524
    @pepethepatriot7524 Рік тому +2

    Do you know what that candle holder on the back door is and where I can get it? I'd LOVE to do something like that with candles!

  • @wendycamp307
    @wendycamp307 3 місяці тому

    Wow great build 😊

  • @costcocombopizza8229
    @costcocombopizza8229 2 роки тому +2

    That machine is a masterpiece!

  • @tobytheaussie1376
    @tobytheaussie1376 2 роки тому +3

    This is my style of camping

  • @gordie2377
    @gordie2377 9 місяців тому +1

    With your suspension lift, any issues w/the CV joints?
    You can only lift them so far.

  • @michaelm4514
    @michaelm4514 Рік тому

    love the elements. don't have one because i'm a truck guy. got my tacoma.

  • @jeanbellemare1903
    @jeanbellemare1903 2 роки тому +2

    I would like to know where those small bags that attach to the bottom inside of the doors, would be practical for all my mtb tools !!!

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      Hey I left links in the description for the bags he said he found them on Amazon. I just bought some myself lol

  • @tinaslouise
    @tinaslouise 2 роки тому +2

    Wow! Love the mods.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      Thanks Tina! Yes these mods are so sick! So much inspiration here 🙏

  • @iaperformance
    @iaperformance Рік тому +1

    Great video and interesting build, kudos to camera and builder. Question: i have a 2008 EX w/ eCamper top and was curious about the cord going around the fabric. Is that to decrease wind noise while sleeping (ours sides flap in the wind) & or to keep the sides from bellowing out while closing?

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  Рік тому

      Hey Stephen if I remember correctly it’s for the wind. I’ll have to ask the owner next time I see him to confirm for sure.

  • @gotredeemed
    @gotredeemed 3 місяці тому

    Thanks Steve. I noticed that wild rear bumper provides great portage. Are there any available?

  • @bisket2003
    @bisket2003 2 роки тому +1

    Fukkin Love it. Tons of inspiration here.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      I KNOW! One day my E might look something like this who knows lol

  • @randypaddock6506
    @randypaddock6506 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for another great video!!!!

  • @MichaelNatrin
    @MichaelNatrin 2 роки тому +1

    Impressive build & great video!

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      Thank you kind sir! One of my favorite elements I’ve had the pleasure looking over.

  • @edtam268
    @edtam268 2 роки тому +3

    Like the rear bumper
    Where did he get it in Cali?

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      It’s made by Silo garage in SoCal

    • @dattran6372
      @dattran6372 2 роки тому

      They don't make it anymore,fyi

  • @dattran6372
    @dattran6372 2 роки тому +1

    honda.ecamper is a friend and inspiration for my own Element. Nice tour.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Dat! I would love to get a tour of your Khaki if I ever go up to NorCal!

    • @dattran6372
      @dattran6372 2 роки тому

      @@StephenAldaco Not sure why my comment keeps disappearing but I don't have a khaki element haha

  • @David-ln8ut
    @David-ln8ut Рік тому +1

    I have a 2010 what suspension changes did you make and size of your tires

  • @marquiziosaldana9201
    @marquiziosaldana9201 2 роки тому +4

    I own a 2006 Honda element and I'm wondering if you did anything to gain more power? Or to the transmission. I put off road wheels and lifted mine (3") and my transmission went out in about a year or so. I'm thinking all this adds a good amount of weight. Was the transmission okay?

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      I don’t believe he did any mods to the engine. I do have a friend JR, who is swapped the motor for the more powerful K24a2 engine and that Element is pretty quick with lots of power. If you search under my videos, you’ll see it titled mechanic builds, the ultimate off-road

    • @Navarro920125
      @Navarro920125 Рік тому

      The best tip for Honda’s transmission is change oil every 40 000 miles in EVERY honda, not only Elements

  • @vlogfriendsutopia
    @vlogfriendsutopia Рік тому

    This guy reminds me of my previous Comms SGT, SGT Mansfield.

  • @rolling20deep
    @rolling20deep Рік тому

    @7:50 “we have axe-cess” 😂😂

  • @No_one1776
    @No_one1776 Рік тому +1

    It's nice but with that small engine how does it do on gas and in general how does it move?

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  Рік тому +1

      We just did a long road trip together and it kept up for sure. I think he was getting 15-16 mpg

  • @973EVIL
    @973EVIL 2 роки тому +2

    Sweet! What are those things on the driver doors above the handles? 🤔

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому +3

      Thule door locks!

    • @973EVIL
      @973EVIL 2 роки тому

      @@StephenAldaco Oh cool! Thanks!

  • @isauracantu8703
    @isauracantu8703 2 роки тому +2

    Where did he get he pop top? How much do they cost? Awesome modifications on it!

  • @RESTLESS_OKIE
    @RESTLESS_OKIE 2 роки тому +2

    He is so virtuous, picking up trash at campsites. I'm grateful he let me know that.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому +1

      💯 I will! I want to get a trasharoo bag just for that. When we were camping he definitely did pick up all his trash.

  • @Eduardo_Espinoza
    @Eduardo_Espinoza Рік тому

    This is SEMA quality!
    Maybe even better since it's functional:D!!!

  • @rjrocks6345
    @rjrocks6345 2 роки тому +2

    It's really an awesome setup but what is the weight of all those items? The Honda Element is only rated to haul 1500 pounds. With the 20% rule that's 1200 pounds.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому +1

      I know he's done a ton of suspension mods to help handle the weight.

  • @pnw_element9822
    @pnw_element9822 2 роки тому +1

    Hell yeah that’s what’s up one ☝️ very nice E

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      What’s up! Thanks for watching broski

  • @diggy4963
    @diggy4963 2 роки тому

    Amazing, almost makes we wanna get rid of my SportsMobile 😮 almost 😅

  • @KevinRStrauss
    @KevinRStrauss Рік тому +2

    I'm really curious what kind of mpg he's getting now. Love all the mods!

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  Рік тому +2

      15-16 mpg

    • @KevinRStrauss
      @KevinRStrauss Рік тому +2

      @@StephenAldaco Ouch! If only Honda would bring man the Element as a Hybrid.

  • @giselleplantbasedvegan9174
    @giselleplantbasedvegan9174 2 роки тому +2

    Love the swivel seat, I want that! Do you have contact info for those?

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      There made by Hiros hot rods I think there url is hiroshotrods.com

  • @HotRod-wv4vm
    @HotRod-wv4vm 2 роки тому +1

    What kind of rear springs do you have? That’s a lot of equipment

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      Pretty sure it’s swift springs on the element

    • @HotRod-wv4vm
      @HotRod-wv4vm 2 роки тому

      @@StephenAldaco just curious as why didn’t go with the Aerogenics. This is the second post that mentioned they used Swift. I have the Aerogenics just waiting to install them. Would love to see a comparison.

  • @bonnevillebagger9147
    @bonnevillebagger9147 Рік тому +1

    So ridiculous, I love it.

  • @erikguy8885
    @erikguy8885 Рік тому +1

    I did a lift and engine drop on mine and I keep breaking axles. have you had and figured out this issue?

  • @Cheepono808
    @Cheepono808 Рік тому +1

    Wonder what the mpg is with that lift

  • @FienxFlames
    @FienxFlames Рік тому +1

    Inspiring!!

  • @bctours7090
    @bctours7090 2 роки тому +2

    Nice Element mods. Just wondering about all that weight. How does it handle everything and your 4 passengers?

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому +2

      From my understanding the swift springs plus the struts I think they are blisten it’s handling it well. Just the MPG suffers a bit.

    • @sad754yt
      @sad754yt Рік тому

      He has blown his payload up!😅😮

  • @paulbamber5519
    @paulbamber5519 2 роки тому +3

    What year is this E Stephen?

  • @hch1821
    @hch1821 2 роки тому +2

    what's the cat code again?

  • @psicojars
    @psicojars Рік тому

    Where can I get the adaptation to take the spare tire outside?

  • @kasisyphus201
    @kasisyphus201 Рік тому

    I love the bumper on this...I have swing out rack for my bike, which already sticks out about 18 inches when folded up (Kuat swing out arm + bike rack). So, I was looking for options if I wanted to have a swing out for a spare or other items.
    With this bumper, instead of added to the length in the rear (spare tire rack + swing out arm + bike rack), I could have the spare attached to the bumper and swing to the left, which would allow for my bike rack to be attached to the original hitch and swing to the right.
    How much was this bumper? I wonder if there is anyone in the PNW offering this upgrade?

  • @CJunior22
    @CJunior22 Рік тому

    sickkk!!! lets see this thing go offroading lol

  • @daileyvideos
    @daileyvideos Рік тому +1

    SICK!!! 😎❤️🤘🏻

  • @tobytheaussie1376
    @tobytheaussie1376 2 роки тому +1

    #glamping! This is so cool.

  • @David-ln8ut
    @David-ln8ut Рік тому

    Or do you have a page of what you purchased with a link

  • @DannyWohl
    @DannyWohl Рік тому

    Wow that is crazy! How much money do you think he has floated into this setup?

  • @carlosvillanueva2327
    @carlosvillanueva2327 Рік тому

    I want it, i need it

  • @SpencerMorris1982
    @SpencerMorris1982 Рік тому

    Where do I get a bumper like that

  • @robertsegura6451
    @robertsegura6451 Рік тому

    Where did he get the rear bumper?

  • @teamvillena8630
    @teamvillena8630 Рік тому

    What year and model is this Element?

  • @mitchlariviere780
    @mitchlariviere780 Рік тому

    Does anyone have any info on the front seat covers?

  • @Fenix_Lifestyle
    @Fenix_Lifestyle Рік тому +2

    I checked the price for the Ursa Minor ECamper for the Element, and it's like mid $7K. I don't think I can afford that.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  Рік тому +1

      Yeah it’s steep pros & cons it increases the value of the car. If you get a roof top tent you can take it on and off which is cool

  • @jamesray3920
    @jamesray3920 Рік тому

    Piaa lights are a Japan company still very much in business

  • @cynthiaaldaco7572
    @cynthiaaldaco7572 2 роки тому +1

    Get sturdy bruh

  • @ElectricalLunch-kh2el
    @ElectricalLunch-kh2el Рік тому +1

    Nice

  • @silas_wong
    @silas_wong 2 роки тому +1

    haha i really wanted to see his face! lol. but i know some owners prefer anonymity :)

  • @thomashuebner2819
    @thomashuebner2819 3 місяці тому

    Awesome, but like 50% overkill (all that clutter reminds me of my fathers car ;) All that accumulated weight must put a big strain on the vehicle. I would prefer to keep it minimal.

  • @travelingwhilebutch
    @travelingwhilebutch 2 роки тому +8

    I cannot recommend Hiro's Hotrods swivel seat. I paid for mine almost two years ago and still have not received it, not to mention Austin has ignored all of my emails. He is not reliable.

    • @StephenAldaco
      @StephenAldaco  2 роки тому

      I’m sorry to hear that! I know many people who have gotten theirs no problems.

    • @travelingwhilebutch
      @travelingwhilebutch 2 роки тому +4

      @@StephenAldaco He finally returned my emails after putting him on blast. The guy is not very business savvy. Oh, and now he wants me to pay for him to ship it after charging me sales tax as an Oregon resident. Yeah, not gonna happen.

  • @StevenSchoolAlchemy
    @StevenSchoolAlchemy Рік тому +1

    Greetings!

  • @NancyKhiev-g5j
    @NancyKhiev-g5j 10 місяців тому

    Look so heavy with all those stuff

  • @brucemercer8441
    @brucemercer8441 Рік тому

    "Mister gadget " with alphabet soup.... Ever heard of the age old phrase dude?? .. "KISS".. KEEP IT SIMPLE STUPID!!! "... Life in the outback could be alot easier with less things to go wrong....

    • @brucemercer8441
      @brucemercer8441 Рік тому

      😂😂😂, oh the irony!, 20.20 min into the video he has a product from a company called "counter productive" 😂😂😂.....

  • @warroad
    @warroad 6 місяців тому

    Get a jeep already!