Self Converted Box-Truck Turned Tiny Home

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  • Опубліковано 25 лис 2024

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  • @MarketYour-Luv
    @MarketYour-Luv Рік тому +115

    Most excellent. My dream

    • @TinyHomeTours
      @TinyHomeTours  Рік тому +10

      We hope you live out this dream!

    • @randysavage5989
      @randysavage5989 Рік тому +1

      ​@@TinyHomeTours as far as tools go, did you use anything out of the ordinary? Any special tool buys you had to make?

    • @jimmypiper1981
      @jimmypiper1981 Рік тому +4

      Nothing out of the ordinary. Just a tablesaw and chopsaw pretty much. Occasionally used the jigsaw as well.

    • @joeblow1942
      @joeblow1942 Рік тому

      @@jimmypiper1981. Where did you fill your 46 gallon water tank every week?

    • @joeblow1942
      @joeblow1942 Рік тому

      @@jimmypiper1981. Also, how long is the floor of the box? 16’?

  • @ReallyGino
    @ReallyGino Рік тому +284

    Clean and sober for 10 years! This guy really looks like he turned his life around. Glad to see it brotha. Awesome build

    • @evelyngonzalescota.1316
      @evelyngonzalescota.1316 Рік тому +1

      It's so nice to have alternative yes ☺️ brother your designed and ur visions are exemplary ideas actually I'm amazed with your talents..we are half homeless too we live in a Van for 2 years im.tryinng to connect with people 😀 you will help us to get a small motor homes. My husband is handy man and out-of work im kind of tired also looking a second ✋️ Rv motor home. So hoping one day we will get one
      Thanks for sharing and God blessed 🙌

    • @abdallahahmad4324
      @abdallahahmad4324 Рік тому +1

      I wish i can give you a million likes 👌👏👏

    • @elcampestrevoraz
      @elcampestrevoraz 6 місяців тому +1

      10 years and the fridge is empy as it was brandnew, and 0 closet and no clothes 🤷‍♂️

  • @marisgoldenhour6212
    @marisgoldenhour6212 11 місяців тому +7

    Finally seeing a bathroom sink that is at a reasonable height to avoid hunching over. And genius idea to have the bathroom sink pipe run to the shower to drain.

  • @benbaker2965
    @benbaker2965 Рік тому +87

    Love how open clean and uncluttered it feels with no cabinet doors or plumbing. I love your innovative thinking.

  • @Empresslockness
    @Empresslockness Рік тому +94

    That bathroom sink drain into the shower is genius!

    • @cn9630
      @cn9630 Рік тому +4

      Agreed! VERY SMART

    • @LouFriend
      @LouFriend Рік тому +3

      They do it in asia all the time

  • @ramblinjudy
    @ramblinjudy Рік тому +111

    I would like to first say Congradulations on your 10 year clean, God bless you and look what you also accomplished. 🙏🎉🎉 we are so proud of your minute by minute preservation (at times), and we will pray for a long clean life .your rig is great and your dad helping on the plumbing super. Lots of love to you and your family, and wish I had your build myself 👍🥰👏

  • @maryfolks9368
    @maryfolks9368 Рік тому +56

    Congrats on your sobriety, I've just celebrated 5 years clean and sober. Great job on your build, love it!

    • @Alright397
      @Alright397 Рік тому

      Mama, when did Ben Franklin invent electricity? 🤔

    • @MidNiteBlueRose9
      @MidNiteBlueRose9 Рік тому +2

      Clean and sober is hard y'all so both of you great job! Not an easy valley to get out of or mountain to climb! I love your build sir. Very clean and simple with all the needs. If i had enough money I would gladly buy that from you! If i get money you're hired!

  • @australiagreg3179
    @australiagreg3179 Рік тому +15

    At last a conversion for minimalists. So many have every space chock full of stuff or storage cabinets for more stuff. I love this truck.

  • @Envoy_Intuition
    @Envoy_Intuition Рік тому +85

    "This is my fireplace, I haven't used it!" Love that line delivery 😂

    • @jimmypiper1981
      @jimmypiper1981 Рік тому +5

      I do what I can 😆🤝

    • @georgedorsey5611
      @georgedorsey5611 Рік тому +3

      @@jimmypiper1981 how much are you selling it for?

    • @Bitterstone3849
      @Bitterstone3849 8 місяців тому

      In California you'd probably stand a better chance of getting away with cooking drugs than using that wood burner . 🎟 😂

  • @carlapierle8623
    @carlapierle8623 Рік тому +11

    Congratulations on getting and staying sober and on getting a good job! I wish you the best and hope you find a good buyer for your beautiful home on wheels.

  • @cindychurch925
    @cindychurch925 Рік тому +3

    So proud of your being clean and sober. Taking care of yourself. Making good decisions. Love your build out. Very pretty, spacious and uncluttered

  • @barbcosgrove64
    @barbcosgrove64 Рік тому +11

    You did an outstanding job building this and kudos to you for your sobriety 🙏🙏🙏.

  • @EyeofHorus2347
    @EyeofHorus2347 Рік тому +3

    I so agree with you! Nothing better than having a comfortable shower to refresh with either first thing in the morning or after a long day of work! Most important part of the build for me. Nice comfortable build! Congratulations on being over 10 years sober!

  • @monicaavalos9312
    @monicaavalos9312 Рік тому +15

    You mentioned going to Sacramento for parts. If you're in the Northern California area, during the winter, early spring time- head out towards Donner Summit/Truckee area for a weekend. You'll be able to use your fireplace out there. Great build and congratulations on your 10yr sobriety!

  • @meggggg
    @meggggg Рік тому +4

    I think everyone commenting negatively about the build is forgetting what the whole lifestyle is about! I think it's great and love that it's unique from most others!

  • @jason19740
    @jason19740 Рік тому +10

    First congratulations on your sobriety. That is one of the simplest nicest THOW that I have seen. Minimalist and everything needed for everyday life. I’m so glad to see you made space for a toilet and shower. Awesome Build

  • @nancystrickland1623
    @nancystrickland1623 Рік тому +36

    I really love what you did with the stainless steel shelving. Really nice build.

  • @TinyGoHomes
    @TinyGoHomes Рік тому +2

    I’m building a custom trailer. I’m also 10 years sober and in my 4th year of owning my own business. My plan is to live in it full time, have everything too run my business, be able to travel at will and have everything too survive whatever might come in the future. Having everything you need in one unit is a blessing.

  • @wcc101662
    @wcc101662 Рік тому +23

    Great idea using those metal utility shelves like that! If you installed them upside down, you might not need bungee cords because there'd be a built -in lip on the shelves. 💡

    • @seresamgala8125
      @seresamgala8125 Рік тому +5

      Upside down won't work because of the tappered plastic locks.

  • @Indy__isnt_it
    @Indy__isnt_it Рік тому +7

    Great work! If you ever want to go bigger, your solar/conversion set up will take good care of a bigger place!

  • @JonniD
    @JonniD Рік тому +7

    You should be very proud of that awesome rig and of overcoming your past struggles! 👍👍Best of luck in your future!

  • @nosnerd1967
    @nosnerd1967 Рік тому +2

    You should consider putting a pop in countertop over the woodstove. Cut a U for around the pipe to get you some extra counter space…

  • @karenmaguire4250
    @karenmaguire4250 Рік тому +20

    A word of caution from a former interior designer. Some bamboo flooring products made overseas and sold in US were discovered to be toxic due to the adhesives and / or formaldehyde used in mfg.. Thus they emit toxic VOCs. You can check with your supplier or research by brand name/country of origin to determine that your material is safe. Or better yet, there are also testing labs that you should be able to mail a sample to, who will test for a fee.

  • @sheilabundren2037
    @sheilabundren2037 Рік тому +3

    You never know, you might need that wood stove one day. Thanks for sharing.

  • @lisasweller6711
    @lisasweller6711 Рік тому +6

    I love it. Super interested. I live in Jersey. Rent is super high. So happy that you were able to build yourself a little home when you needed . Be proud of yourself. Life takes us into some crazy places. God bless

  • @vp_alternative_living5672
    @vp_alternative_living5672 Рік тому +1

    This is pretty much what I want. I been Van Life living for over 3 months now and I love it. My space is small though. I like the freedom I have financially. I basically bought a Honda Odyssey and just made minor adjustments with it to make it livable. Now I’m able to book trips, eat well and still make necessary repairs when needed to the van. I will be getting me a box truck from Uhaul soon enough after I’m able to save about $4000-$5000. I can’t wait!!!

  • @melissasalsbury4705
    @melissasalsbury4705 Рік тому +17

    This got better and better as it went! Love it so much!! Haven't seen a box truck as nice as that before! Come to Ontario, Canada and we'll use that stove.

  • @Lifepashion
    @Lifepashion Рік тому +10

    Wow so super inspiring! I've got 6 years sober and although I can't reverse the past, I can build a new future. Stepping out in so much faith to go on a tiny-house-on-wheels adventure soon!

  • @michaellawver1088
    @michaellawver1088 11 місяців тому +1

    Congratulations on being clean and sober for 10 years is great. The build is great.

  • @SkoolieBoyQue
    @SkoolieBoyQue Рік тому +3

    Awesome build! That sink drain into the shower. 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾 Thanks for the idea. Great idea for my skoolie build!

  • @denisephillips9269
    @denisephillips9269 Рік тому +2

    One of a kind! You could have a business building rigs. Best of all congrats on your sobriety.

  • @tammysharp2155
    @tammysharp2155 Рік тому +1

    First things first.. Kudos to being clean, sober and being in control of your own destiny🙏💪I LOVE this truck and wish I could buy it!!! The bamboo flooring is gorgeous, whole layout so organized and well thought out…and the Mad Max front feel is awesome example of thinking outside the box👍I hope whoever buys this takes care of it and appreciates the time, effort and love put into this home on wheels. Good luck on all your future projects and keep fighting for yourself and all the good things you deserve in this life👍☺️

  • @kathywilson8168
    @kathywilson8168 Рік тому +1

    This is such a great idea this young man has done. I actually saw another young guy on the internet who converted a bread truck.

  • @2Blessed2BeStressed
    @2Blessed2BeStressed Рік тому

    Congratulations on 10 years!! I just came up on 2 years clean & sober in February & April 03 I will have 26 months! Don’t forget it’s always One Day at a Time! Going to AA meetings helps a lot, but whatever ur doing to maintain your sobriety keep it up! #WeDoRecover #Progress #NotPerfection

  • @riverjeanmontgomery6664
    @riverjeanmontgomery6664 Рік тому +2

    Best build I’ve seen, and I lived in Alaska for 20 plus years. You would be very cozy. Well done 👍🏻

  • @karenrichardson8918
    @karenrichardson8918 Рік тому +1

    This is one of the nicest builds. Clean and uncluttered. The shelves are perfect and consistent bins would still make it look that way!. Sitting area and a tucked away bed! Honestly, I wouldn't want a bed as my sitting area. Smart design.

  • @sherrillluke4590
    @sherrillluke4590 Рік тому +4

    It’s pretty self contained the way you have it laid out. I agree with you on the shower size. It’s pretty awesome. I was looking for something to convert but I had to much negativity from my husband so I bought an Ford SUV. I figured I could get a trailer or toy hauler and convert it someday. Looks great!

    • @nvalles2565
      @nvalles2565 Рік тому

      I’m getting an ambulance soon. I’m so into it!

  • @deeb3077
    @deeb3077 Рік тому +6

    You did a really great job. You have everything you need. Looks so clean. Love the bathroom.

  • @GratefulOverlander
    @GratefulOverlander Рік тому +6

    Jimmy, nice build brother. And CONGRATS on not only getting sober, but staying sober.

  • @ritabroils6190
    @ritabroils6190 Рік тому +4

    If you are camping 🏕 in the backcountry. You can fire it up. 🔥 Box trucks 🚚 can bring about genius designs. 👏

  • @maxwood192
    @maxwood192 Рік тому

    You have done a great job on the camper. Life is for living, its great that you have been a overcomer with life issues and are reaping the rewards, may your life be full with good things and and much joy.

  • @Linda-ki5xh
    @Linda-ki5xh Рік тому +4

    Inspirational... both you and the great job you have done! Love the commonsense minimalism, shower size, fireplace et al !! All the best from NZ

  • @jasmindesireeknauer1721
    @jasmindesireeknauer1721 Рік тому +7

    Cool! I have a mover truck that I converted too. I live in Cali too. I burn wood a lot. Was nervous at firdt but I’ve never been bothered. I just would get a bigger fire stove because mine is tiny. I have to chop wood to fit in it. However sometimes just shrubs etc. Do the trick if it’s not that cold. Nice work!!

  • @JackiBigger
    @JackiBigger Рік тому +7

    I love the salamander stove! I’ve always wanted one.

  • @dan9441
    @dan9441 Рік тому +6

    Fantastic build! A mix of practical and comfort. Very resourceful. I'm sure someone will love your work and vision!

  • @marcusbrooks7861
    @marcusbrooks7861 Рік тому +4

    That is a beautiful home! Simply beautiful.

  • @tinamccall3916
    @tinamccall3916 Рік тому +18

    Hands down an awesome setup! I love the simplicity as well as how well thought out your plan was. Love the shower for sure!

  • @WolfandCatUnite
    @WolfandCatUnite Рік тому +1

    I love the build. I love the openness of components. Very repairable.

  • @kevinnevin8024
    @kevinnevin8024 Рік тому

    James. It appears this build out was a labor of love.
    Thanks for sharing part of your personal story. Super congratulations on your sobriety. This is a really cool build out.
    Congratulations on all the above you should be very proud of yourself.!

  • @stevenwallace5990
    @stevenwallace5990 Рік тому

    This is frigging unbelievable!!!!!!!!!!!........you did a beautiful outstanding job!!!!!!!!!!!......and much much much respect for 10 years clean !!!!!!!!...

  • @roshondanash3342
    @roshondanash3342 Рік тому

    Your bathroom is what am talking about. Spacious and bright. and the sink. Also you will be glad that u have the fireplace. Trust me..

  • @spenserak
    @spenserak Рік тому +1

    Love this extremely simple & clean approach. Appreciate all the varieties of what people do, but this is generally what I ended up doing with my cargo trailer in 2016 - basic, easy, reliable, but still nice clean materials. And as everyone else is saying, love this guy. Would be friends ASAP. And hey, greetings from Alaska!

  • @lindamarie6574
    @lindamarie6574 Рік тому +14

    10 years clean is awesome! Love the box-truck, it is so cool! By the way, who needs head room for a bed, right?

  • @visitor5009
    @visitor5009 Рік тому +1

    99% Perfect... I'd love it to be 4x4... that'd make it 100%. Congrats, great build !

  • @AngelaSalatino1
    @AngelaSalatino1 Рік тому +1

    Great build. I like the headroom and space the box truck offers.

  • @abbe1abbe156
    @abbe1abbe156 Рік тому +3

    I love the design of this build but I would turn the bed into a bunk for my kids. Well done!

  • @AnMarie711
    @AnMarie711 Рік тому +1

    That will go quickly. Especially with that woodstove and Honda generator. Great build

  • @lagunn327
    @lagunn327 Рік тому +9

    Wow! I loved this! Congratulations on a great build!

  • @katherinekelly5380
    @katherinekelly5380 Рік тому +1

    Love that you have a microwave ! I can’t cook without it

  • @rhondahorn927
    @rhondahorn927 Рік тому +1

    You are a genius,everything is so nice and neat. Clean may I add and such simplicity. You are living your best life, keep it up forever. Greater things are to come for you. You are a great teacher too, gifted with much simplicity yet greatness. I’m sure II’ve watched a million tiny house shows-yours stands out from the rest. I must use some of your ideas as I become a Granny Vaner❤

  • @cindyrissal3628
    @cindyrissal3628 Рік тому +1

    So take a trip to colder climates & nobody would think anything of it when you fire up the woodstove. I'd put one in, too...love a wood fire!

  • @sharonbaker1411
    @sharonbaker1411 Рік тому

    Also, Congratulations on 10 yr. Clean and Sober. God Bless. 🙏🏽

  • @stevegabbert9626
    @stevegabbert9626 21 день тому

    Dang, wish I would have seen this a year ago. I'm retired and would love the "toy hauler" functionality of it. Plus, in the 80's I stayed in my parents camper in their driveway in the winter. I slept in the top bunk because the heater couldn't keep the rest warm enough. So that also would have been perfect for me, especially since I ride a motorcycle too.

  • @mikeoffgridspain496
    @mikeoffgridspain496 Рік тому

    Your past...... wow...... Respect for you and your beautiful home.

  • @bigrobsvan
    @bigrobsvan Рік тому +1

    This is a great conversion and that guy has agreat attitude and great personality. All the best!

  • @BeanieBots
    @BeanieBots Рік тому +4

    SO functional and convenient! Awesome build!

  • @deborahb.277
    @deborahb.277 Рік тому +5

    Amazing build. You did a great job!

  • @Zelda-g3x
    @Zelda-g3x Рік тому

    Great built Jimmy. So proud of your sobriety. Keep those great projects coming.

  • @TK-oe1xm
    @TK-oe1xm Рік тому

    We DO RECOVER!! 1 yr 4 months and 23 days sober for me, Congrats on 10 year, I look up to you and can't wait to hit that mark myself!

  • @briggsneal1016
    @briggsneal1016 8 місяців тому

    This is definitely the build I was looking for. And for the exact same reason he built it.

  • @Locd4life707
    @Locd4life707 Рік тому +2

    That's a nice Camper Uhaul Box Truck! ❤️ 👍

  • @ultron-kingz
    @ultron-kingz Рік тому +7

    Bro I can tell you love living in this beautiful truck 👌🏾keep it up

    • @xyzsoup8343
      @xyzsoup8343 Рік тому +1

      He doesn't live there any longer.

  • @eugenieroyce3312
    @eugenieroyce3312 Рік тому

    Very nice safe haven. That year of measuring, thinking, and observing paid off well. Nice job!
    I'm so happy that you took control of your destiny with getting clean and staying clean. Now you can live large with great satisfaction.

  • @marieneu264
    @marieneu264 Рік тому +3

    Great story and amazing home. What an inspiration!

  • @marlenen6130
    @marlenen6130 Рік тому +1

    Looks like you have plenty of room under your box to put some tool storage and spare building supplies? While you are at the salvage yards look around for some tool boxes. You could even store the wood stove and those walls under there, freeing up some interior space for a Mr Cool AirCon unit? I think the way you did the shelves in there helps prevent pests from getting too comfortable! There are some soft bins with angled lids that can fit on those shelves so you can give your girl some storage space too! Nicely done!

  • @arunabhaskarramavarapu893
    @arunabhaskarramavarapu893 Рік тому +1

    Wow super tiny 🏡 awesome 🎉,i like it very much.

  • @miguelroman8809
    @miguelroman8809 Рік тому +1

    That is beautiful. Congratulations. 1st. That’s an amazing work. I wish I could do something like that. Really enjoyed the video. Thanks. I always camp with tents with my kid. Someday not too far I will afford some like that

  • @Chris-uc7kh
    @Chris-uc7kh Рік тому

    Earth Roamer wants like a million dollars and this guy did it for like 10-20K. He wins every single time in my book! AND 10 years clean and sober, genuinely well done dude! Inspirational stuff!

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove Рік тому +1

    You never know when you'll need that wood-burning stove. I say it was a good idea to include it in your build. 👍

  • @SmokyMountainBlessed
    @SmokyMountainBlessed Рік тому +1

    great job Jimmy

  • @cn9630
    @cn9630 Рік тому +2

    THIS IS AAAAAAMA-ZING
    We made up our minds now...
    THANKS, MAN❣️❣️❣️
    YOU ARE FUNNY, SMART, AND HANDSOME
    HANG IN THERE, SWEETIE
    FATHER SOOOOOOO LOVES YA

  • @godrulesme8619
    @godrulesme8619 Рік тому

    *Great guy and wonderful walk through....awesome he beat that addiction*
    What a great role model for us all.

  • @robertlee3778
    @robertlee3778 Рік тому +2

    it's for sale? man, i wish i was in a position to buy it. it's a beautiful home.
    there are so many good parts to this tiny home (full size shower, big water capacity, etc). My favorite part of the whole vehicle - the wood stove. again, i would buy this, if i had the cash.
    love it!

  • @angelaszumanski3981
    @angelaszumanski3981 Рік тому

    Lol this is my fridge where I keep most of all my food in it ,this is my freezer I put frozen things in. Congratulations 🎉

  • @aedanhickey5264
    @aedanhickey5264 Рік тому +4

    This build is awesome! Congratulations man! As someone who is building out their rv I know how much work it takes! It looks awesome!!

  • @RITPA
    @RITPA Рік тому +8

    all you are missing is cab passthru, awesome build

    • @novyce7960
      @novyce7960 Рік тому

      I kinda agree but the genius generator trick really wouldn't work.

    • @RITPA
      @RITPA Рік тому

      @@novyce7960 smell of gasoline would kill me lol

  • @dominiccruz1201
    @dominiccruz1201 Рік тому

    Great remodel on the Uhaul van. I often wonder how I would redo a van this size and your video has answered all those questions. I wish you all the best on your next project and look forward to seeing more of your work. Thanks again.

  • @shontaefranklin5610
    @shontaefranklin5610 Рік тому

    100% love this build. I want to set up a similar build. Good work, and this guy's drive to stay clean nothing but big time applause 👏

  • @cloe811
    @cloe811 Рік тому

    love this truck, I'm so happy for you dude, stay sober, stay happy

  • @DeliberateNRandom
    @DeliberateNRandom Рік тому +8

    The rack is a great idea! I'm trying to think of a good way to carry a spare tire and a truck box on my bus without cutting the AC out. This might work, just interested in how you did it

  • @marcbellucci2469
    @marcbellucci2469 Рік тому

    Very clean, efficient, and well-thought out build. TY, Dr. Marc

  • @augurelite
    @augurelite 6 місяців тому

    what an awesome place! this guys cool, congrats to him on 10 years

  • @mustafauyanik
    @mustafauyanik Рік тому

    Simply wonderful. Simple, pragmatic, functional.

  • @JamesRiner-rv1mv
    @JamesRiner-rv1mv Рік тому

    Brother I'm proud of what you done with your life and I love the pad you got there it's very nice.

  • @Lookadragon
    @Lookadragon Рік тому

    Congrats on living your best life! Thanks for showing us your build.

  • @Hard_Car_Life
    @Hard_Car_Life Рік тому +2

    Excellent build! That is amazing! Great job!

  • @suzannecranford6819
    @suzannecranford6819 Рік тому +1

    Wonderful story, wonderful build! Thanks for the tour!

  • @samuellewis3247
    @samuellewis3247 Рік тому +1

    This conversion is so cold 🧊 well done!

  • @dbopdbop
    @dbopdbop Рік тому +2

    wow! Good luck selling your beautiful "project" and good luck on the next one. You've accomplished a lot!

  • @HabitualButtonPusher
    @HabitualButtonPusher Рік тому

    That rig is awesome! The only change I would have made was lower the fridge chest and piano hinge additional countertop space that I could flip up out the way.