Building Foundations for OFF-GRID Tiny Home | Inc Floor Plan | Ep 2
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Escape the pandemic and join me as I start construction on the van! With only 80sqft of space it is important you get your foundations right as they will be the base for everything else.
I also give an inside look in to the floor plan for my future tiny home!
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Watching Eamon and Bec and Max all building new vans this may be the final straw that gets me committed to van life
It is hard to quell the quest for freedom and the feeling of being free that travelling wide open spaces in a home-on-wheels provides.
haha yassss do it! 😏
Quarantine is a really good time to do a van conversion as long as you can get the parts delivered. Great to have plans for the future to look forward to and to keep going through this unsettling time.
ha ha yes! Agree
I’m looking at busses as we speak!
Such a refresing van build series, super layed back and without too much montage/music.
Ollie Fishwick I agree!
I agree!
Yup. Way to keep it interesting.
Agreed, it's the only one I looked forward to.
So glad you liked it. Pressures on for the next Ep 😉
G'day everyone! Hope you are safe and healthy wherever you are in the world 🙏🏼❤️
I smashed this edit out to get it to you today and being the first of the 'proper' build videos of this series I would love to get your feedback!!
Also, I wanted to address something here that I forgot to in the video (and I was way over time anyway. Sorry!). I have been asked a lot about why this conversion series is happening here on the 'Max & Lee' channel and not on my new 'Max & Occy' channel. There are multiple reasons for this but here are the top ones.
1. Due to the way UA-cam works, if I went straight over to the M&O channel then inevitably a lot of the subscriber base from this channel would miss the news of the transition and therefore may never be aware the change occurred. By slowly filtering over it gives people in this community more of a chance to make the choice on whether they would like to come over.
2. It took us 3 months to get monetized on this channel when we started out. If I put these vids straight on the 'Max & Occy' channel then I would earn nothing from the videos for potentially 3 months. I am currently going through the application process to be a paramedic here in Australia again but it is a slow process. In the meantime the income I make from these videos will help cover the costs of my daily living (so watch those ads and share please 😉).
3. We still really value the community here and think that it can still thrive. Lee is also considering putting some videos upon this space in future and we I may also be checking in with her and Occy in some of these videos.
I hope this helped answer the question. Thank you all so much for being a part of this crazy journey, I appreciate all of you!
G'day mate (I Have family in Brisbane) I hope you all are staying safe and healthy!
I like the couch bed idea. I think that is a great use of space too! :)
You both are wonderful. Keep your chins up and look to the future.
Hey Max, fellow Aussie here (And first responder, good luck with the Application I have no doubt you will be out there again ) and would live to help support your adventures like I did with the Max and Lee (and Occy) trips, are you starting ups Patron page or something else??
Love the respect and support you and Lee show for each other. You guys do what works best for you. I see no reason why you can’t keep this channel going and each post about your individual lives if that suit you both. I’m sure many of us, myself included, are still interested in seeing Max, Lee and Occy’s latest adventures. 😊
Great start! Thanks for not having loud music, enjoying the "easy" feel of this build.
My pleasure ❤️
Nicely done Max. I’m a devoted dog human so don’t forget some special touches for Occy. Make him a special bench section that fits into the passenger seat foot area for when it’s just the two of you chillin on the drive, that way he can spread out up next to you and copilot. Also have a safety harness for him in case of sudden stops or accident. Worst thing is him flying through the windscreen or being thrown like a rag doll around the cabin. Lastly.... climate change is making things heat up so much here in Oz so put in two extractor fans ... one to draw in and one to pull out heat. If you have to leave him in the van for any reason, going in to shops etc, you want him to have air circulation. It takes 5 to 8 minutes for a car to turn into an oven ... literally. Love that you are keeping going on your own, you seem like such a nice bloke. Your future is going to be beautiful. Ps.... you should check out La Vagabonde .... you probably already do, you remind me of Riley.
My recommendation is to keep being awesome and inspiring thousands of people in tiny ways to improve their lives whether its your smile being contagious changing someomes outlook on the day or inspiration to convert a van one day! Loads of love and stay safe ❤
Aww thank you, taken on board!
I love the layout! It's cool where the shower is. When you come back from a great adventure, and you are dirty and sweaty, you walk into the door and right into the shower. Plus, more importantly, Occy has plenty of room to stretch out. Max, it's a great van enjoy! 🙂❤
and that's only one of the showers 😉
Max & Lee are you going to include an outdoor/solar shower? That’s a good idea!!
Hey Max so awesome to watch this video! A lot of people have already mentioned how enjoyable the longer vids with less music and less montage style clips as we see so often in other van builds! We are all here for you on this journey you have set your sights on with soon Occy as well! The way you talk about your van build inspires so many of us watching! Plus with everything going on in the world being stuck at home watching long videos from you, well just sounds like a perfect afternoon to me! Keep it up 👍🏼 cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Thanks Mitch, I'll stress less about shortening them in future!
I could have easily watched you for 30min or even 45min. I am just excited to see you get deep into it.
Looks amazing Max. But more importantly, it’s so nice seeing you on this platform again! I look forward to the rest of the build series and your consequent adventures with Occy! Take care of yourself. xx
Aww thank you Mary 🙏🏼
Seriously, Max, I really don't like van build videos, but I could literally watch yours all day! It reminds me of watching my dad as he puttered around with his building projects over my whole childhood. I'm looking at my own van build hopefully in the fall, and I would give anything to have my dad around again to make it a joint build project. He died 5 years ago, and took all of his wonderful skills with him. I like that you do things at your own speed...it's realistic and frankly, is way more encouraging to those of us who are doing this for the first time! Thanks!🥰
When you were talking about the layout I got so excited. Can't wait to see the final project.
me too 😅
Yes.. who doesn't love watching a van build from start to finish!!!
Yewww
What did you use to cover the wheels?
This is the most relaxed van build content on youtube while being so informative! love the work!
Ahhh but that is for a future episode (alas don't despair, I filmed it). Cheers matey!
I agree 100%. Max is so chill but knowledgeable. He makes it so easy to follow. I love the scenery and the sounds of nature.
I appreciate the in depth of the build. Ppl tend to skip over and show seconds of these moments. I think bed/couch conversion is a great choice. We only sleep so many of hours of the day 👌🏼
I love the relaxing way in which you are approaching this van build. It almost seems cathartic.
So glad to hear it!
Hey Max, I've seen a few people have builds that include Murphy beds, basically a bed that folds down from the wall. It could be folded up on the wall to give you space during the day like you want, but then could be folded down in 5 seconds to have your bed ready to go. You could still have the couch setup where it is but the bed could fold down where the bed tape is located. Just a thought, but I'm loving this build! Keep up the great work!
Max, you are the best. So glad to see the new van build out. Can't wait to see Occy with you. He is my favorite and he is missing from your videos. I know he is with Lee and getting him is a process. Bless you for being such a cool guy. Kind, handsome and an animal lover. Oh and you eat well! Until next video.
What a wonderful productive day! Great ideas for the van! Loved your coworkers (the sheep).
It’s going to be a beast of a vansion, Max!
Ohhhh yeah it is!
Max, I love your energy. I see you through this lens only but I feel your gentleness and kind heart! You inspire me to take chances and do the things my heart wants. Best to you through out this build, and to Lee as well on her new adventures!
It's so good to see you again on the regular. You have been missed my friend. So with the stay-put order, after finally booking the cargo shipper for my van, Italy got postponed and I became stuck in Florida with nothing to do except remodel my van! :D About 3 weeks ago I ripped everything apart and started rebuilding it. I'm right there with you Max. After living in the van for the last year and traveling, I know what works and what I can do without. It keeps me busy and I'm looking forward to the final result. I considered filming it then decided not to, just bcz we don't know how long we'll be on lockdown here, and as soon as I can leave, I need to be ready to go. I bought more land! in Florida, 3 acres on a lake and 5 acres in Arizona. You're welcome to boondock anytime for as long as you'd like. I love your new layout!
Perfect timing...Max.
Enjoy and stay safe...
You and Lee are my favourite still ..not forgetting OCCY.
Appreciate that!
Occy loved the couch layout in the old van.
I hope you continue to upload videos exactly like this for the rest of the building process because I am learning so much already just from watching your content. Looking forward to starting my own conversion very soon. Keep up the good work, man! :)
I love your couch bed idea! It work if you want more room, and if there are days where you are just relaxing, you could just leave the bed up. Great idea!
Love the peaceful ending to the vlog! ❤️🌷
G’day Max! Beautiful farm...perfect place for reflection and building. As a 62 year young female who is itching to do a van build, I’m super excited to see your process and progress. Can’t speak for others, but I’m not opposed to long videos. Don’t want to miss a thing! Cheers and good health from Florida!
Great video Max! I love longer videos. Can't wait to see the van transformation. Also, I just subscribed to your new channel. I can't wait for you & Occy to reunite!!
Oh gosh, I love a van build series. Stoked to watch an Australian one. I'm loving it so far. So keen for the whole journey, van build, Occy's return, your new solo channel and your travel adventures. Onya Max.
Watching that toast making was painful 🤣🤣
Very excited for you. Looking forward to see it come together! Hello from Perth 👋
Hehe, I was thinking I needed to buy a jar of Vegemite. It's been far too long since I was in Australia and that might take me back down memory lane!
@@Trailvagabonds ha ha yes it's a staple. Spread styles vary 😂😂😂
Was it the spreading under pressure or the vegemite PB combo that got you?
@@MaxLeeandOccy hahaha must admit the combo was new for me 🤣 but you didn't spread to the edges and it was a heavy dose 😂
I agree would love to watch a much longer video. Love you sweetie. This Grandmother wishes you all the best and cannot wait to see your country through your eyes. Stay safe. Counting the days until you hug Occy.
Aww thanks coach!
I love how at peace you are! I love the van life and so wish we could do that. With 2 kids a cat dog and the husband, we would have to have nothing smaller than a bus. I’m excited for you!!
Man,since you make your vids alone, I like them much more, they seen much more genuint. Keep it up!
Looking forward to following your new build and the next chapter in your life 👍🏻
I’m so excited for you! Can’t wait to see when you’re all finished and of course the whole process.
I love to how you are super dedicated!
wow, loving the idea of an indoor shower, getting more excited for the final look!!, this build looks great max, kind of dig the long videos :)
Fantastic build! As someone who's been considering this for a few years (first with tiny homes on trailers - but too difficult to move and park) this series is PERFECT! It will be amazing to see how this process goes from start to finish. THANK YOU. Appreciate how you're showing each step in detail.
This is the most Australian intro I’ve ever seen
I'm honoured
Here in USA, putting peanut butter on bacon burger is a delish pub thing.... the same salty/savory & "sweet" flavor going on I think. 😋Try it someday.👍
Also...for those not used to Oz terminology...what's "smoko" mean?
@@gailcraig4495 smoko is slang for a quick 10mins-ish break like coffee or tea break. Its called smoko from people going on cigarette breaks or 'having a smoke' but most people don't smoke anymore:)
@@gailcraig4495 gross.. Pb and bacon.. Yuuuuuk.. Lol
@@DianaRodriguez-jp8dx ...haha. Try it, you might like it. Haven't you ever had peanut butter on pancakes with maple syrup & bacon on the side? 👍
Top notch video. The way you deliver it and how you include the steps helps someone like me (no relevant skills) understand how I could possibly achieve this. Ps read your comment above about why you add to this channel, makes total sense, appreciate the clarity as no one (van life) ever really talks about how you tube works, but it's very interesting. Thanks again, Victoria
Loving your “build” videos! Love watching the “down to earth” approach that visibly comes out in your build videos (actually I’ve only just stumbled across your last two or three videos). But your approach makes it easy to follow, understand the reasons behind your decisions n focus on what you are doing n saying! (Not heaps of distractions)! 👍
Aww thanks Michelle and welcome onboard!
love the sheep and the sounds of the birds
Please document everything!!! I would love to do this myself one day! 😁😁
I thought I was 😉
I’ve been watching various van lifers for a little over 2 years (off & on, but mostly on) and this’ll be the
first time watching, literally, from the ground up. You do a very good job of the show & tell part. Most builds don’t happen with this kind of good narration, while showing the steps as you go along. Thanks for not showing every cut, every screw, etc. Much better this way.
Just found your channel. Loved the video! Looking forward to following along with the build :)
So excited for the full build! Keep it up Max!
Great layout. I'm glad you kept the open middle design. It's the thing I liked the most about your last van. Looking good already!
I seen a video on YT where a lady had a permanent bed that was slung up on the wall of her van already made up, 2 straps - down it came . Very quick and easy and out of the way . I like the longer vids BTW 👍
I saw one like that. Her Murphy bed rested on her couches at night.
Catherine NELSON They are called a “ Murphy Bed “ interesting - I forget the name of the channel but it was a very neat set up and very quick to set up for the night and did not take up much space .
I saw it too. Genius.
Yes I saw that also. Brilliant idea.
I'm putting an alcove bed side-to-side against the back doors and it is a 33" twin and it converts into a seat during the day to allow a walkthrough as Max mentioned. Also I'm putting ceiling hooks for a hammock. Ceiling curtain tracks can be useful when one wants more seclusion during sleep hours. "Wild by the Mile" did a nice build on her Sprinter, and HumbleRoad is a real craftsman.
Can’t believe i hadn’t already watched the van build from the strip down and plan out, so helpful for our own build (on a much smaller scale 2023 standard HiAce) , thanks for sharing Max. #staypawsitive love to Occ 🐾 💖Mish, Lee & our pack
Please consider getting Occy a dog car seat so he can sit next to you in the passenger seat. He wants to see outside. He loved sitting behind you on the couch while you drive and your new couch location puts him way in the back.
LOVED this video!!!! Everything about it! The step-by-step, your thinking. Your tea break and seeing the beautiful nature- never gets old!!! Your sheep buddies! You just have a very pleasant way! Looking forward to all the next videos!!!
So glad you’re back to filming!!! Can’t wait to see how this project progresses. Good luck with your recertification!
Thank you!
I personally love longer videos (and I know a lot of people agree)- so don’t stress about editing to 10-15 minutes. I love a 20 minute video! Even a 30 minute.
I enjoy how detailed you are with everything, yet still laid back. Gives us viewers a lot of clarity if we were to do our own van build, but also allows us to watch casually.
Much love Max! Can’t wait to see more.
I think couch combo for sure. Gives you a place to work, and agree about the walk through. Plus if you do have guest give you nice dining area with ripper of a view. FYI Dads a beast, we all know he had most the weight to lift. :).
Have you seen a movie called Expedition Happiness? It’s on Netflix. It’s about two people who buy a school bus and renovate and travel across North America in it. Check it out. You might like it. ☮️💕
Thank you for the mention of Expedition Happiness - now watching, thanks.
Yes great watch
Yes I've seen it! Thank Mary 🙏🏼
ColleenKaralee Peltomaa you’re welcome. I loved it.
Nathan Richards did he document his road bike trip? I have actually considered jumping in my SUV and driving to British Columbia and going south from there. I live in Ontario so it would be so fun and beautiful. Who knows? Maybe I will get a doggie to take care of me...lol. ☮️💕
You could have your sink by door then have an "outdoor" tap/hose to use to outdoor rinse/shower or wash off Occy. Easier would be a pull out faucet to spin around for a quick sand rinse off. Love the huge interior space. Thank you for sharing.
I have been here since 1 k subs I love u guys
Appreciate that so much 🙏🏼
The best is yet to come for you Max! Good luck in your next ventures
Ooooo Marmite, lifting the van would also be beneficial, even if the vehicle is new, u can see exactly what is needed to either strengthen or repair,
Stay safe, enjoy ur build, have a big smile, God bless.
Yes keep us posted 🥰 enjoy your vision of the build
After we finished building our van we said 'never again!', and now watching this... well, Ben is eyeing up the drills and his toolbox again! We both LOVE the layout! We have a full size bed in our van, and while it gives us valuable garage space and a real mattress, we do sometimes consider making it a pull out bed to open up the space even more. Think you've made a great choice of van and she's going to be a beautiful adventure rig by the time you're through. Really can't wait to follow this build series Max, you're doing an awesome job so far 🤙 Chesca & Ben x
Haha I said the same thing after finishing my last... Enough time and you get the itch again! Thanks guys, hope house life isn't boring you too much!
hey max, can i have the interior dimensions of the van, i'd like to make an interior design for that van then i'll show it to you after. thanks
Floor living space is 4.5m long by 1.8 across. (it gets narrower as you go towards the roof). I'm interested to see what you come up with!
@@MaxLeeandOccy what's the floor to ceiling height?
Hi Max, great Vblog, really enjoying this trip with you. Van layout is a personal choice, go for what you want.. great that you have a shower room! My van has one and we use it all the time.. make sure you plan loads of water and a boiler.. water on demand uses too much water before it gets hot.. last thing, enjoy the process, there is no rush.. we are not judging the build speed.. you are so lucky to have so much space to build.. thanks again and keep well
Nice start, i also have an open layout in my van. You can check it out to get more ideas for your build. Good luck and have fun.
All these new van builds are making me want to sell my bus and start a new project! So much work but it's so fun to be creative building a space you know you will use everyday and love
Haha soo much work! But yes worth it for sure!
Awesome mate. Every detail is important, don't think we are glazing over this is great, Traveled OZ for 12 months a few years back and am working towards it again, such a big place and so much to see, Will help you out once this little glitch in life is over, want to enjoy your travels. looks like a awesome place to isolate.
Thank you for allowing us to join in on your new build and future travels. Wishing you the best from Chicago!
My pleasure Monica 🙏🏼
Great to watch in those times of quarantine. Seeing the nature and hearing all the birds singing is amazing. Keep those coming Max!
Great work and thank you.
do not worry about your videos beening too long, i love watching your videos,,, your such a likeable guy
What I like is that like most people ur not talking crap for ten minutes keep it up mate
I am so excited for this van build series!!! Way to go, Max! 👍🏻👏🏻
Great video max I think you're right about the bed never have too much room.
I much prefer the idea of couch/bed setup as well, purely for the idea of entertaining and socializing. People have always tried to sway me another direction but I am very firm on that one! Haha! I also love how you say the trades things takes you a long time yet I met you and Lee back in 2017 and my build is still basically not even started, so I'd say you're doing just fine! I'm so jealous at how little damage you had to the floor... in all fairness my bus is a loooot older at a '96 and having dealt with Saskatchewan winters its whole life, but I had SO much welding that had to be done to the floor... I spent close to 2k just on getting windows covered and the floor and some underneath things fixed up. It was a huge shock to me but I'm glad it'll last me longer and I won't be Flintstoning my way around!
Glad to see you happy and healthy, Max! Can't wait for the next update!
👍🏻 I am LOVING the detail in this video. Personally I don’t mind a longer video, the more detail the better.
See, I was one if those “I don’t want to have to make a bed up every night” BUT now I’ve heard you say what you said about space, visitors and work etc I think that makes SO much sense I’ve changed my mind!!!
Great layout Max, wonderful explanation of your hard work. Looks like you have a smartboard to keep you on track and action plan Cheers! From 🇨🇦
Loved the video. Magpies in the background, beautiful. I'm from Holland but grew up in Queensland. So hearing magpies...or kookaburras bring back great memories. You are so lucky to be staying on such a beautiful property and we are to because we to can enjoy the view 😀. I also love the size of the van. A lot more layout options are possible in a van this size.
Really looking forward watching the van build and can't wait to see Occy reunited with you.🐾
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Van looks like it was well taken care of. It strikes me funny before you place the Australian money exchange into American money, I was doing it in my head LOL. I love the layout that you carved for you & Occy's living quarters before you know it, you'll have it looking pretty "Schmick" Stay safe & healthy... Abrazos
Looks amazing! I imagine not only is it a nice diversion during this quarentine time but it's also therapeutic in many ways, keeping your mind and body busy, etc. I can't wait to see the adventures of Max & Occy!!! 😍
Exactly!
This van build is swaying me from bus to van... there really many can builds with showers but I love this layout and you points on size for mobility when traveling areas that a bus just can’t get to... I am in Canada but am looking forward to one day traveling across Australia too so I will be watching and taking notes of the hot spots to see on your new channel!
We are going to need subtitles when you use Australian slang
Max,
I totally agree with the layout. After 5 years of living in a Chevy Express van, now understand the need to be able to walk thru from rear, to driver seat, and thru the side door to wherever in the van. So much more day time living space, and only takes a few minutes to organize the bedroom.
Personally, I would go for vinyl flooring ... much easier to keep clean. Fewer problems with moisture. Be careful with the off gassing of glues and the flooring. Bamboo flooring? Ceramic flooring could be the best option if your van can handle the weight. There are light-weight ceramic tiles on the market ... coming out of Mexico and Indonesia.
Best wishes!
This is so good. I remember getting hooked on the Max& Lee channel because of the easy, calm and non-bullshit talks. Keep doing what you do, this is great! And Max, the van is excellent, Iveco is great and the design looks sweet 💪🏻
Yes mate! I'm excited for ya. Looking forward to seeing what your next chapter brings. Wishing you well buddy ✌
Hey Max! I loved everything about this video. 20ish minutes is perfect. So excited to follow along. Btw, I was in the process of buying my Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycle I previously told you about when this virus thing broke out. The plan was (and is) to head south from Cuenca all the way down to Ushuaia Argentina, then back up to and around Colombia, using your itinerary as a guide. Obviously this is on hold for now, but will resume once things get back to normal. Thanks for all of the inspiration!
Long videos are lovely and calming.... you’re so relaxing Max... so nice to see your peace, you working your dream, the farm around you, the green, the animals... all so calm and pretty. No need to worry to make shorter videos... let things run slow and calm and fresh. Great floor plan by the way.
Besides the view of the countryside you got a great place to build that van in. Like the size of that van stay safe stay strong stay healthy god bless and enjoy life brother✌❤🤙👨🍳🎅🚌's
Hi Max. A couple of years ago I completed a van conversion that had a shower in it. To get round the problem of the bathroom door being in the way, I fitted a sliding door, this worked really well as a door and it also stopped any water leaking out without the need for a (smelly) shower curtain that sticks to you when showering! Something else for you to ponder. All the best. Dan
It's looking good, Max. Hope you feel good about what you've accomplished in a few short days, especially considering you're building and filming. Nice layout and Occy will have two sofas and the passenger seat as a King should! Happy trails and tails~Cass
P.S. And, glad you get to have your fill of Vegemite and don't have to ration:)
Great video explaining your thought process and decisions regarding the van. I actually like the longer video's! Keep it up mate!
Mate I dont know why im so excited watching your van build but i really am. Keep the video update coming!
Love that!
I'm so happy you are doing this!! Love you Max and keep it up!!! I'm so excited to watch the van build!!! Thank you for showing the process 😊❤️
Enjoyed this video, thanks Max. Excited to see how the van progresses with each update.
Great watching you getting ready for your next adventure keep up the good work
Catch you never time
Good luck max. Happy to see you again. I'll be on your next adventure.
Hi I hope you see my comment, I really enjoyed your videos, iv been following along since the beginning!!
Please please please do longer videos, I don’t get bored I get inspired!
I’m sure everyone else does too!
It’s honestly uplifting and if it was for 40 mins I would still watch it all the way through!
I never thought you and lee would’ve broke up 💔 in my head I really thought you guys were forever! I hope you guys reunite, relationships can be really difficult life is always full of challenges, hang in there!
I love your lifestyle and what your doing
it motivates me alot, especially when I live in central Sydney surrounded by 5g towers and lack connection with Mother Nature!!
Thanks for working hard on quality content XX
Love the new van build videos. Thanks for staying on you tube. I'll be there every time you post. Stay safe and positive! Can't wait for occys return! Love from Michigan USA.
I am LOVING having videos from you again Max! Its awesome to watch this van build with you. I'm taking notes for a future van build myself!
Also I loved the length of the video. I think especially during these crazy times when people have lost a lot of their normal hobbies and routines, providing long videos for us is a much needed service lol 😂
It’s good to see you in Australian build keep up the good work
Loving the look of the layout can't wait to watch the rest of the build, you should take us for a tour of your backyard, looks beautiful.