Honda CRV Camper Conversion
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- Опубліковано 15 жов 2024
- In this Video I give a quick tour of my Honda CRV mini camper. How do I sleep? Where do I cook? How do I get electricity? This and more is covered in this video!
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Camping gear:
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MSR Pocket Rocket stove: amzn.to/2MG2Bl9
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Cutting board wash basin: amzn.to/3aEsD08
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Fridge Alpicool c20: amzn.to/3tv0ocG
Camera gear:
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Great little set up mate … I believe many people over complicate their setup and their costs because we’re told we need this or should buy that … and it’s one thing I’ve long promoted with my channel and through my socials - no matter what car you own or DON’T own, just get out and enjoy the camping lifestyle and the great outdoors. Well done mate, you’re living the dream … simple set up … reliable set up … and most importantly, an affordable set up which allows you to get out there. Great stuff bud. New subscriber all the way from Sydney Australia 👍🇦🇺
I was full time van lifing for 2 years in a Honda Odyssey but a slipping Trans & bad gas mileage pushed me to get a CRV & I'm trying to get ideas for my limited space I'm glad I came across ur build.lotsa great ideas!thank u
Thanks! Glad I could help.
I have honda 2004 CRV and have been wanting to convert it to a camper so I can live there and leave my husband for good!
Haha! Exactly the same! Hope you did well!
Great setup, I didn’t know the rear window of the crv opens that way, one more reason to get me an old crv 🤣
Thanks for making this I'm thinking of converting to a camper myself! We have the same car, and you posted this on my birthday, so that seems like a good sign.
What a coincidence! Happy Birthday!
@flipper 140 What many people do in SUV builds is to make the end of the bed with a hinged portion so they can lean the front seat forward for extra length. If you do that it will fit fine. My bed is 5 ft 10 with the front seat upright.
I'm in the middle of converting my 2014 CRV. I built a platform bed, but it was the full length of the back, so I'm cutting it in half and will be turning the other side into my "kitchen" and "living room" - love how well organized you are. Thanks for the video. New Sub!
Thanks! I hope it works well for you! :)
Can you post pics of your suv after you finish converting it?
@@fuzfire I have several videos of my build over on my UA-cam channel. Come over!
@@OutonaLimbwithKym thanks
what is crap is I searched in July and august for "crv camping / camper" and did not see this. Thanks algorithm! Glad I found this!
Dude! this is the reason I got a CRV! You perfectly executed what my plan is! Time for me to do it. Thank You!!!!!
Nice set-up. Thanks for sharing!
With your cook kit, if you get a thin can cozy (like the ones the give away) you can put it on the bottom of the Stanley and slide the Ozark cup over. It holds on thight enough to not need anything else, it makes it not rattle, and it keeps any soot that may get on the Stanley bottomfrom ending up in the Ozark cup.
That's a really good Idea! Thanks!
brilliant , very functional and minimalistic.. good job.
I just got a 2005 EX with AWD and a 5 speed manual transmission. I love it!
Love it! I already have the CR-V but never really gave it much thought, thanks!
Thanks! It's a great car
Nice electrical setup
in the ammo box.
I got a low top, standard length E150 figuring everything else was too big. Turned it into a camper with solar and everything, but it still feels too big. Most of my time outdoors is spent, well, outdoors. I love what you've done. Really considering a CR-V with a lift; just big enough for me and my things, and could get me deeper into the backwoods.
Nice arrangement. And good tips for conserving space. Thanks!
I’ve never met you but you are always cool at my table Josh🙃
Ingenious, well thought out, and executed!! Thanks for the tour. My '05 CR-V and I appreciate it 😉
Smart use of space. 👍
Howdy howdy from Indiana.
GREAT video of your Honda camper.
Thanks!
this is seriously the best conversion i have seen in my life u r a beast stay frosty man keep it up !!
Thanks! Appreciate it!
Here for inspiration for my crv
Hope it was helpful! :)
Awesome bro.
Jung eun kim bless you.
From north korea.
Good job, Josh.
Thanks!
Lids off tubs is good for some things. Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely! I haven't used the lids for these tubs since I bought them.
Very good set up. Congrats
Thanks!
Well never mind. I just clicked the SEEMORE button. Duh, you already did everything. Thank you AGAIN!!
Glad I could help!
OOH...I LOVED this vid; YOU are SO APPROACHABLE!! Your CRV set up is possible Gor THE Everyday person!! KUDOS!!! 😷👣
Thanks!
Amazing conversion. I have exact same SUV n planning to do similar conversion. May I ask what is the thickness of the plywood u used for the bed platform? 1/2 or 3/4"?
I used 1/2 inch.
@@AnyAdventure Thank you🙏
And.... I see you have a hitch.. how much weight can you tow with it? I want to tow a zero turn with mine, even though it's only a 42 inch cut, thinking it might be too much for the CRV especially because it is a 2004, kinda old
The car is rated to pull 1500 lbs.
Very nice setup
Thanks!
Would it be possible to link your cooler and solar equipment to your channel? I would like to investigate getting them for my CRV and like how you have a place for everything so handy. I heard you say your battery system was in an ammo box, but what is the system name, it all seems so perfect. Thank you!
No response...
@@roni6135 Answer is in the description. She saw it and said "never mind". Video for the ammo box is here: ua-cam.com/video/7GQD6ZUItI0/v-deo.html
Great informative set-up. But how do you sleep and not set off the alarm. My Honda alarm is terrible :(
I did set it off once by opening the back door while the alarm was armed. The trick is to use the key fob to unlock the doors before opening it. I would hang the keys on the hook over the rear door while I was sleeping so I wouldn't lose them.
Simple and efficient 🤗
Glad you think so!
Well done Mate!!
Cheers from Melbourne Australia
Hello from Dubaiii!! This is amazing! Thanks for sharing! Hows the power supplied to the fridge? Can you share fridge model and or the battery or inverter from which it gets power? Thanks ❤️
Thanks! It's a DC fridge so it runs on a 12 volt deep cycle battery. The fridge is an alpicool c20.
Great set up. Do you by any chance have a tutorial video on how to build your battery pack with ammo box ? Would love to build one as well. Thanks
Yes, I do have a video about it. It's not exactly a tutorial, but it shows all the workings. If I were to build it again I would use a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery instead of AGM. They are more expensive but are lighter and can be discharged more. Here is the Video: ua-cam.com/video/7GQD6ZUItI0/v-deo.html
Hello bud that's a very good idea thanks for making the video
Great setup. Are those the same solar panels on the top as show earlier?
I have 2 solar panels. One that stays on the roof and another one that folds up. I use it to put out into the sun if I want to park in the shade or to charge more quickly.
I currently have the same exact CRV as you, even the color haha.. question.. do you notice yours gets bad MPG for being a 4 cylinder? And do you have a service light usually always on?
I don't have the service light issue. Is it the check engine light or the "Maintenance Required" light? The check engine light needs to be scanned with an OBDII scanner to see what is wrong with your car. It means something isn't working right and could be the cause of bad gas mileage. The "Maintinence Required" light is just a reminder to get an oil change. You can reset it yourself by holding the odometer button and turn the ignition to position 2 and keep holding the button until the light turns off.
How do you run your solar wires inside? Is it drilled through the roof or is it run through the sunroof?
I ran them through top corner of the passenger door. I taped them to the door frame using gaffer tape.
nice, practical setup!
Thanks
That water jug is exactly what i've been looking for. What's the name of it? Thanks for making the video.
It is called the "H20 Oasis Slimline 1.25 gallon water dispenser". They stopped carrying them at Walmart, but I was able to find one at Big Lots for $5. There is also a fatter 2.5 gallon version.
@@AnyAdventure Thank you :) i appreciate it!
I’m interested! How to start??? 😁 solar, inverter,
Here is the video explaining how built mine: ua-cam.com/video/7GQD6ZUItI0/v-deo.html there are also other videos around UA-cam making similar ones.
Smart layout
Thanks!
Super concept !!
Thanks!
Cool setup!
Thanks!
Super filmik 💪👍
Thanks for the video, I have an opportunity to buy one 2006 , only problem I’m 6’3” there’s enough space?
My bed is 5'10" with the front passenger seat upright. You could get some more length by folding the seat forward.
you didnt explain if you removed your seats? how did you make your bed?
I did remove the seats. Its four bolts per seat. The left side seat can be left in, but I took It out for some extra room because I never really used it.
Any link for the power inverter/solar thing your using? In Ohio. 08 crv..have been doing the same thing you're doing! Love the freeness you got going on
Good job ! amazing tinny camper Congratulations
Thanks!
I have a 99, Im waiting on my lift and tires to come in. God bless
Nice! I've always loved the thought of a lifted CRV! I thought about doing that but I was worried about if the transmission could handle the bigger tires.
Where did you get the battery and how much was it?
I bought this 55AH Deep Cycle Battery UB12550 battery on eBay. It was around $100. Here is the video on how I built the power station: ua-cam.com/video/7GQD6ZUItI0/v-deo.html. This may or may not be the best battery for your needs. Just shop around for something that fits the space you have with the battery capacity that you need. As a general guideline AGM is better than normal deep cycle, and lithium is better than AGM.
Great job dude. Keep up the good work.
Where did you get the window cover materials? went to Home Depot couldnt find them anywhere
It's called Reflectix. It's like a shiny bubble wrap that comes in a roll. I got it at home depot in the insulation section. You can also find it online. I glued black fabric to one side of my covers.
This is perfect. I would love some kind of a price breakdown on all this. I have a Honda CRV and SSI payments for $1300 per month. I'm assuming I don't need all this initially, just eventually. Starting out, if I were to hide out at Walmart or an indoor garage, how much money do I need for startup? I subscribed and liked.
Thanks! I really couldn't put an accurate price since prices for things have changed so much since I built it. I would start by just building a bed and go from there. A sheet of plywood, a 2x4 and a jigsaw and a drill. From there make it based on how you want to use it and put it together a piece at a time.
@@AnyAdventure I appreciate the response. I have till August to rig it up. My son wants to move me into an apartment that costs $430 a month, so I've got to try to figure out the financial difference between $430 in rent with no utilities necessary and being on the road. Obviously, the road sounds better, but I need to rig it up and try to live in it before August to see if I'm cut out for the life.
@@mattwalker5129 Hey, so what did you end up doing? Are you in an apt or camper? 🙂
@@Uptownboo84 Apartment for a year, then hit the road Jack.
Great video! This one and others, thanks for sharing :)
Very nice video! I have pretty much the same crv (2005) and have been planning convert it to a camper. Do the back seats come off without tools? Looks like you have just a little more space on the automatic, mine is manual and has stick shift located in where you hold your dslr :D
Thanks! You do need a wrench to get the back seats out. They are held in by 4 bolts each.
Great setup! How long is that bed? I am deciding between a used Honda CR-V (cheaper) and an Odyssey Van for just weekend trips. I am 5'10 and was thinking of just throwing an air mattress in the back after folding the seats flat.
Thanks! The bed is 70". In this generation of CRV the seats don't fold flat. I took the back seats out. For this build.
i am curious when you take the back seats out how difficult are they to put back in?
Great setup! I didn't hear where you got your window covers from? Was it a universal window cover? I have the same model CRV but I heard some window covers are too small. Wondering if you can let me know where you get your cover from?
The cover from the windshield is from Walmart. The rest I made with reflectix. I just cut them to shape and glued black fabric on the back.
Great set up!
Thanks!
How much would you sell the crv for with your current setup?
Honestly, if I were to sell it, I would probably put the seats back in and return it to stock. Probably worth more to the average buyer that way.
great vid, thanks! how long is your bed btw?
Thanks! The bed is 70"
New sub here. Nice setup! Thanks for the tour!
Thanks for the sub!
where did you get your roof solar panel / im thinking of getting one also for my honda crv and how did you installed it, thanks
I bought it on amazon. Sellers change all the time, but the flexible ones are all pretty similar. I just ran the cables through the passenger side door and taped them down. I used velcro to attach it to the roof.
Where can i get those bins
I got them at Walmart.
Awesome!
Thanks!
Do you loose any power on your solar panel when there in some shade on it from the bar on top of your vehicle???
I'm sure it gets a little less power, but it still works. That was a compromise I made because I still use the roof rack.
yeah, I have the same car. really nice
Thanks! It's a good car
Where did get your battery charger ? I didn’t see it in the description.
I used to use this PWM one for charging from solar: www.amazon.com/dp/B07R8TRJ8C?ref=nb_sb_ss_w_as-ypp-rep_ypp_rep_k1_1_8&crid=2TQ2QD2Q70JPQ&sprefix=pwm+char
But then I changed to a MPPT controller which is much more efficient: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P3FHQFL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
If you want to charge from the car's alternator while driving you will need an isolator solenoid: www.amazon.com/Stinger-SGP38-80-AMP-Battery-Isolator/dp/B001HC6UJ0/ref=psdc_15719961_t1_B001EAWS6O
How did you make your battery box? Do you have a video of making it?
Here's a video about the box: ua-cam.com/video/7GQD6ZUItI0/v-deo.html
i know you said in a comment here the solar panel was attached to the roof with velcro? or can you explain exactly how its installed on the roof? any problems with wind picking it up at hwy speeds?
I used strips of Adhesive backed velcro. It hasn't come up yet. There's probably a better way to do it, but that's what I had available at the time.
good mellow crv
Nice build.
Quick question, where is that waterfall in the intro?
That is fall creek falls near Swan Valley, Idaho.
@@AnyAdventure thank you sir!
I love this car, Honda crv
Nice battery case!
Thanks!
молодец. отлично всё сделал
сколько это все стоило ему примерно
Did you think about geotagging the location in youtube studio?
I certainly can. It's on the Apache trail coming from Phoenix almost to fish creek hill where the road is closed. I'll tag it. coordinates: 33.52862371068408, -111.32058673976833
@@AnyAdventure Thanks 😊
I like your setup but don't know about the Superstition mountains and " beautiful"... ;) I left the desert at a young age and worked hard so I would never have to go back.
Thanks! Haha, I guess the desert isn't for everyone. 😅
Nice camper
Thanks!
nice video , thank you !
Would suggest you remove your roof cross-bars as its causing shadows on your solar panel which may not optimise solar generation.
That's a good idea. I do use it occasionally though, so It's a compromise I've made.
How did run the wire from your solar panel to inside your CRV and how did you mount it?
The solar pannel is held on with long strips of velcro. Later on I replaced this one with a hard solar pannel that fit between the crossbars and attached it with brackets. The wires just go in the rear passenger side door taped down where they go through.
Ok thanks again!
Did you remove your seats or just fold them down? I've been camping in a Versa Note for several years, now thinking of getting a CR-V, but have no experience with larger vehicles. Can a conversion be done without removing seats? Thanks for the video.
I removed the seats, it's not hard. This setup could be done with the seats folded down, but the bed would have to be several inches higher. Originally I left in the driver side seat but I wanted the extra space, so I took it out also. If you had a car where the seats fold flat that would be ideal. I'm not sure how the seats fold in newer CRVs.
@@AnyAdventure Seat does not fold in 2013.☹ You are right. It's no a big deal to remove seats though some people think they need a mechanic to do so, lol
What is the size of hour sleeping area?
any info on the car charger? the exact one ?
What year is it?
Love 💕 your flat solar panel and stove. Where did you get them ?
The roof solar panel is a flexible 100 watt panel available from several different brands on eBay or Amazon. The butane stove is also available on Ebay, Amazon, Walmart, and many other places. The brands that make them change all the time so it's best to just search based on the features you want.
@@AnyAdventure Thank you so very much for your reply.
Thank you for sharing, I’m most likely going to steal some of your ideas 🤣 this is an awesome setup. I subscribed tonight and to the 2 thumbs down ?....May God Bless You...✝️🇺🇸🅰️🤙🏻
Thanks! It has served me well. Glad I could help!
Do you have the dimension of the platform boards used for this? I'm building one of these for my sister in-law
Dimensions are 31 inches wide by 70 inches long of 1/2" plywood. There is a hinged portion behind the passenger seat. You also have to cut the board to fit around the wheel well. I had legs that are 10 inches tall made from 2x4s, 1x2s around the bottom edge of the board to add stiffness.
Amazing u are I love the honda crv
Thanks 😊
Nicely organized. I'm assuming you don't have the solar panel on the roof except for when you're stationary, right?
Also was a bit concerned about the position of the stove for cooking so near to your bed. 🙄
The solar panel is mounted to the roof so it stays on there all the time. I have a second folding solar panel for extra power while stationary. I use the stove's box as a backsplash to keep the bed clean.
Great job! :)
Thanks! 😄
i love it man
Thanks!
I really want an older crv to build for camping light overlanding. I swear these older crv are expensive as heck I wish I could find one for $500
You can't find a 1990 Civic hatchback that doesn't run for $500. Your best bet at getting an affordable CRV is finding a salvaged title. I already had a red 99 CRV but it was FWD only. I found a red 99 real time 4WD with a salvaged title and 227k mileage. This was September 2019 and they wanted $1800. I got them down to $1600 but it didn't have a spare tire. Not expensive. Plastic front bumper was rigged and still is but also not expensive. New tires, front brakes and shifts clean. Started to overheat while idling at a stop in summer of 2020 but once again fixing that was also cheap. The chances of you getting a solid CRV like this are very slim though. The gas mileage, space, reliability and even using them for builds like this are why 1st and 2nd gen CRV's are still so expensive. I just got very lucky. In 2023 even for a solid 1st gen prepare to spend about $5,000.
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Where did you get the bed board?
I built it using 1/2" plywood framed with 1x2's and 2x4's for legs. The tricky part is to get it to fit the contours of the inside of the car. Just use cardboard to make a template. Cut a little, check the fit, make corrections, repeat until it fits.
Did you build the bed frame yourself? This video is a gem btw
Yes, It's Just Plywood with 2x4's for legs.
Did u build your generator inverter?
Yes. I have another video about it.
how tall are you, if you dont mind me asking
I'm 5ft 9in