I really love the idea of having a "full" shower available. I cannot see anything amiss. Bed, lounging chair, full tv (not that I watch it that much anymore, I watch more UA-cam movies, videos, etc)., big enough kitchen to cook and clean after. Excellent design and workmanship. Very impressive, Robert.
John, you should check out some of the other replies and also look in the back on the video. I have a huge amount of storage. As matter fact there’s so much storage that some of the storage bins in the back of the van are actually empty. I can continue to carry the bins because you never know when you might want to buy something along the way. However, that being said, there is more than enough storage for clothes or anything else you would like to carry. Is it as convenient as being in the front of the van? Well, no, of course not, it does require some thought as to what you’re going to do the next day and take it out and move it to the front. That being said it sure does free up a lot of space in the front for actual living rather than storing. Appreciate your comment. 🙂
And that's the beauty of building your own. You don't have to do exactly what the other guy does. They build theirs for them, you build yours for you. 👍
I have a normal sticks and brick home but travel a lot and so I wanted to where you could live out of this van, literally! It has everything you need and nothing you don’t. 😎
@@Robertsramblings Hello Robert! Beautiful Van Conversion!!! Love how you changed it up!!! You are amazing!! Do you help others with their conversions or do you do fully do conversions for others? Do you only do van conversions or could you facilitate/help with a box truck or renovation of an RV??? I live in Georgia. I need help!!! Do you have an email address for me to reach out to you?
Thank you so very much! As I travel around the country and find more places to see and more places to go and make more friends along the way it makes me believe that some point in time I may do just that, live permanently in the van. 😊
Love how this van is so uncluttered and extremely functional, the garage is a lesson to everyone on how to store equipment and “ toys “ neatly and accessible . Well done mate 👍
Well, thank you so much. It may be a little bit utilitarian. Doesn’t have that woman’s touch you know what I mean? It works for me though. Thank you. 😊
It would seriously eliminate some of the water problems that they’re now experiencing especially in the southwest. I just got back off of a 28 day trip and you’re not gonna believe this. I only use 30 gallons of water, now that sounds pretty remarkable but the really remarkable part is that I showered and washed my hair every single day.! 😮
Thank you for the compliment on the van and yes, carnivore is absolutely doable! Anywhere you want to go that I’m aware of carnivore is doable. Of course it’s much easier at home and it takes a little bit of planning and sometimes you just have to avoid meals all together, but that too is still a carnivore diet.😊
That's exactly what i was thinking, love that he fit decent size shower in too. I wouldn't want to have to look for a gym every time i want to shower..❤ this build!
70 sqft, you can’t have too much. Lol, you’re right it’s everything that I need and nothing I don’t. All the comfort of home, a shower, a kitchen with the refrigerator and sink, a reclining chair and a big screen TV and a comfortable bed. All of this with Heat & Air, what more could you ask for?
I especially like the good sized F/F. I am vegan and when I cook, I tend to make enough for 4 meals, so 2-3 would freeze well in that. The shower/loo is perfect. Everything so well considered. Excellent! Happy travels!
For about 3 years, I've been watching all kinds of van life people and their rigs. This IS the perfect one. I'd like to find this man, and want to ask if he is willing to build the same model. Seriously.
Yeah, I know what you mean. I look at some of them on UA-cam, especially some of the walk-throughs by cheap RV living, and I don’t know how those people do that. Do each their own.
One of my favorites: “ Don’t walk in front of me… I may not follow. Don’t walk behind me… I may not lead. Walk beside me… just be my friend “ Albert Camas
What an humble man. I loved his minimalist and practical van. It seems to be well thoght and well plan ed. I wish I was able to meet you, some daay Robert...Greetings from Poland.
I’ve been using that egg thing for about six years 56 years. I love it I made my mom soft boiled eggs every morning with it until she passed away and now I still use it for myself at home ha ha
I would love to let this gentleman know that he can make perfect "boiled" eggs in his air fryer. 260° for 16 mins. This will free up some space since he already has an air fryer!
I love your build! Excellent job. I love how minimal it is, but everything is meticulously thought out. Fellow carnivore here! I love that egg cooker, I use mine all of the time. When he opened the freezer I knew!
You know that saying we’re not camping we’re living, it is so true! I’m sure the average person that watches this video, never connects with that. Most people sit in their sticks and bricks and watch these videos, dreaming or wishing that it could be them. We’re not camping, we’re living!
@@Robertsramblings I really appreciate that saying because it's true. I watch a lot of these videos because I plan on getting my own "living" van and I want it built to my specific needs and requirements. You guys are great! Keep these video's coming!
Yes, that refrigerator is one of the best things in the van! They’re very inexpensive, on sale just a couple hundred dollars. They’re easy to locate, Lowe’s, Home Depot, Walmart. It works great and holes a tremendous amount of food. I look at some of the DC refrigerators with their little bitty tiny freezer in the top, high cost, and hard to locate. That will not do. This is one of the best things in the van!
You did an amazing job, every thing is so organized, and clutter free. I smiled when you took out the egg cooker. I purchased one well over 20 years ago at the Gwill, and it still does eggs perfectly. I drop them in cold water after cooking, and the shell slips right off. I don't think it even has a name on it. Happy travels.
Thanks! That was my goal. That’s why I kept the colors light and kept everything as uncluttered and simple as possible. It’s more pleasing to the eye, and you perceive it as being larger than what it really is. 😊
I suppose there’s lots of different ways to live or travel in a van. Let me address the specific examples that you cited. Clothes storage is handled in the back in some of the containers that you saw in the video. There’s actually 15 of the plastic containers. Right now I have some that are empty, nothing in them, space to spare. Two of the drawers that you see beside the refrigerator are also empty. What I do for close storage is keep the bulk of the items in the back of the van and only move a few to the front as I need them i.e. two or three T-shirts, some underwear, some socks and maybe shorts or jeans depending up on the weather. I would assume in a home that everybody does a similar thing by keeping clothes stored in their closet or in their dresser and only bringing out what they need as they need it. Correct? Since raincoats are usually wet when you bring them in, I hang mine it in the shower. After it dries, it goes in the glove box in the front of the van so it’s easily accessible when needed. If you look in the video you’ll probably see several pairs of shoes sitting in the back of the van in the garage area. I do keep extra shoes, lol. As far as the trashcan, unlike in a home where you have a can and you store the trash for a day, two days, three days and then you take it all out at one time I just use the plastic bags that I bring groceries in and fill those bags with the trash then dispose of those on a daily basis. The place for the clean bedsheets is on the bed. You don’t carry around a lot of linens. Towels, washcloths, sheets, etc. When it’s time to clean the sheets you take them off, clean them, dry them and put them right back on the bed. When living or traveling in an area that is 70 sqft I just don’t have the luxuries that I have in my beautiful home. Everything‘s not perfect but it is sufficient. 😊
I've had one of those egg cookers for years, ironically I'm just sat preparing vegetables whilst watching this, to go in the egg cooker it as it also steams veggies
Yes, they do work off steam. They’re great for steaming. Anything that you would want to put in there. They’re very versatile, inexpensive and don’t use a lot of power. Great for Vanlife!
Love having most of the storage in bins in the garage. Keeps the van from being cluttered. Only other thing I would need is a small microwave. I could live in it!
You know I’ve actually considered a small microwave. It could sit on the counter just above the fridge and there’s 110 V outlet right there. It would be easy to do. Thanks for your comment.😊
Great build! The footprint would also work for a cargo. We are keto-vore and use our ref/freezer to keep meat. My question is where do you keep the appliances like the induction cooktop and air fryer? It’s such a clean streamline design, bravo!
Yeah, the Ford transit in my opinions the best overall choice. Sprinters are OK but they’re overpriced and God help you if you’re out somewhere and one breaks down. You may have to have it towed a long, long, long ways.
@@Robertsramblings i agree! I have read where an oil change on an sprinter can cost 500. Each time. I’m not able to get down underneath a van and change the oil 😂
Thanks, it’s why I built my own van, rather than going with a factory made, say Winnebago or something like that. There all set up for two people or more and in a space this small you just don’t want to waste that extra room for the second person that’s not there. 😊
@@Robertsramblings 100% agree. Making single bed instead of 2 person bed means you have the same, or more, 'open space' in the SWB as in a LWB, It is easier to drive, park and more miles to the gallon. Safe travels.
That’s kind of what I’m doing. You were able to see the basic build in the video, but in the last weeks since then I have been tweaking little things like organization of the bins in the back. Also rearranging things in the drawers in the front. It is really becoming very functional. A person could easily, and I mean very easily live in and travel across country in this little van.😊
Yes, being easy to clean and not a lot of clutter was very very important! Also, this layout with cabinets only on one side and no upper cabinets makes it feel so much more open. 🙂
The whole goal in this build was to make it as simple and as easy as at home. Of course, it’s a much smaller space and it’s never going to be just like home. But I don’t think you can get any closer. I’ve really been pleased with this build. Thanks for your comment.🙂
I love how simple his build is. And this is the first one that I've seen that only has the build on one side. I was thinking about doing that when I go to build my own, but was worried about if the weight needed to be evenly distributed on each side. I want to keep the van open in case on rainy days I'd still need to entertain my dog. She's 90 lbs and is up my butt every step I take. So I imagine it could get tight when she's following me around. Or if we do some brain games on the floor she has room to stretch out. I love watching these videos for inspiration.
Thank you! I know it looks like all of the weight is on one side when you’re just outside looking in, but I put an in-depth explanation in one of the other comments. If you really want to build a van like this, then you should find that comment and read it. I believe it would explain a lot as to how I balanced the weight on both sides. A lot of the weight is in places that you don’t even notice unless it’s pointed it out to you. Another thing that everyone has overlooked is there’s no upper cabinets. This in itself makes the van feel a lot more open. A transit van is less than 6 foot wide at the top where the cabinets would go and if you come in and add a 12 to 16 inch wide cabinet on each side, then you’ve lost a lot of the openness. It just makes it look and feel claustrophobic. I’m utilizing the garage area for a lot of the storage that most people will put in the living area of their vans. Is it a little more work, well yes, of course it is, but is it worth it? Absolutely!
Robert did a great job. Even better than the build we saw at Ichetucknee Feb. last year. It's amazing. He has real talent. Can't wait to see your other walk through. 🤗🍂
Thank you so very much! Yeah, that was quite a change from the first build. Having a dedicated shower and bed makes it a lot easier. Thanks for your comment. 😊
@@Robertsramblings Hey Robert So glad you wrote. Wanted to let you know Jack bought the hamburgers and bacon you told us about. Excellent 👍 Also we liked your ideas so much about the shower we're doing away with the composting toilet and putting in a little shower area and we bought a cassette toilet, I believe similar to the one you have. Thank you again. It was just a pleasure to see you again and your great work. Sorry we didn't get to visit more. Pray maybe next time. Happy Holidays and many blessings. 🤗🍂
Yes, I enjoyed our visit! Hopefully our paths will cross again. One tip on using a cassette toilet is empty often! Never used a composting toilet and so I have nothing to compare to. However, I sometimes hear people on UA-cam complaining about the smell of whatever system they’re using. Of course you’re gonna have the immediate smell of someone going to a bathroom, I think everybody could understand that part. The other part is when anything biological breaks down, it smells even worse. So my advice to you would be to empty often, daily, if possible.
@@Robertsramblings Thanks Robert. I'll let Jack know. I did see in researching that several people used a treatment for the tanks. Take care and blessings. 🤗🍂
Hi Robert, Carol from Australia here, this is THE BEST van build I have ever seen. It’s functional, neat and beautifully designed and built, may you have many more years of enjoyment from it. 😊
My husband and I travelled Australia in our RV, we absolutely loved it, it is the safest place and the free camping is fantastic. I do hope you are able to come here one day you will enjoy every minute! South in the Summer, North in the winter. …heaven!
I bought one three years ago, an older model to turn into a camper.. then I realized because of my leg brace it wouldn’t work for me. I couldn’t make it work. So I got a regular vehicle traded it in. Last weekend I went out and looked at a 1989 Toyota dolphin six-cylinder RV with the right floating axle for dual tires. I was the first one that got to look at it and I knew it was going to go so I purchased it. It’s got a separate bathroom good size also. no structural damage the engine was rebuilt about 13 years ago and so was the inside redecorated. I’m cleaning up now. Going to take the toilet and Blackwater tank out for a compost toilet Going to take the refrigerator out because I don’t want propane refrigerator so it’s out going to take part of the booth out and put in a Laguna table. After I clean it, I’m going to paint it. I’m kind of excited and a little scared. my husband died and I always depended on him and I want to get out and about a little bit to start with.
Yeah, a lot of people thanks that carnivore is a diet. They don’t realize it’s a lifestyle you don’t do this for a while you do this forever. Some will say that it’s too hard and I can’t do that. Personally, I say that diabetes, dementia, kidney failure, blindness, they’re all too hard I can’t do that.
@@Robertsramblings absolutely. Cleaned out my pantry and changed my way of eating 6 years ago and never looked back. I do envy your freedom and ability to drive off into the sunset.
I absolutely LOVE this van! If I was single, I would be able to drive it myself, and I could be totally happy and comfortable living in it! I'm saving this one for future reference as my new 'gold standard'! Thank you for sharing!
It is totally comfortable, you absolutely can be happy traveling up and down the road in this little van. On the lighter side, if I could meet a girl that was single with a van like this, OMG! Lol.🥴❤️😎
A person certainly could live alone. I’m not sure that’s the right answer though. You can certainly meet a lot of people and make a lot of friends living the Vanlife. Life is what you make of it. 🙂
This build is beautiful; you can't even tell it's a van from the inside. Everything is clean, streamlined, and efficient. Despite everything else being perfect, I can't unsee the countertop in the back of the driver's neck😕
I’m not absolutely sure. I understand what you mean about the countertop. It is right behind the drivers seat. The back of the seat comes up above the countertop so when I’m leaning back, I’m not actually touching the countertop. There’s the back of the seat and the headrest just like it would be if the countertop wasn’t there. I hope that address your question. If not add another comment and I’ll be glad to clarify as much as possible. Thanks. 😊
Agreed! Version one worked but the new version just makes everything so much more convenient. With very few exceptions, it’s like living in a stick and brick.😊
Yes, I am slowly converting over to a minimalist lifestyle. Not for the faint of heart. However, I have come to learn that if I don’t own it, I don’t have to dust it. 😊
This one’s not set up for watching TV in the van. For someone who didn’t want to watch TV in bed you could easily add it to the wall that’s just on the backside of the shower. Had considered that but didn’t get around to it. 🙂
Superb conversion. Minimalist but stylish and beautifully executed . So practical without losing the feeling of comfort . I've just ordered an egg boiler too !! 😁
@@Robertsramblings yes, it's the only thing that's cut out all cravings for carbs! I just started in Sept. Of this year. How long have you been eating this way?
@@Dee-kg9lk I first started with keto about three years ago, and then because of the simplicity of not having to figure out how many servings and carbs and sugar that was in what I was eating I switched to ketovore. For the same reasons I then took it the rest of the way to carnivore, probably about six months ago. If you’re familiar with Dave Feldman and the concept of the lean mass hyper responder, I’m a hyper responder. Last cholesterol check was about a month ago with a total cholesterol of 281 and loving it!
The floor is very nicely done, lovely stone look, great stairwell trim and tread. I like that a lot. Nice neat camper, so easy to park. Pity the big doors in rear are blocked off by the garage. It would have been a great view. Lovely build. The shower is so compact and functional. One thing you can use for these shower stalls is Innovera by Palram vinyl tiles that look like marble or stone but light as a feather. Stick them on and silicone caulk the seams. Done.
Well, thank you so much for your comments, they’re very very helpful! You know the part about blocking off the back of the van, you’re very right it would be nice to be able to have those doors open. However, in a van you just don’t have a lot of space, and so to maximize the garage area was was very important because I did want to carry all the toys, bike, kayak and beach chairs and umbrella. I found with the swiveling front seat being able to use the side door and positioning, the van with a ride orientation you still get a really nice view. Yes, there are some compromises that you have to make, unfortunately you just can’t have everything so you do the best with what you have. The floor and stairwell did work out didn’t they? Overall, I’ve been very pleased with the outcome of the van. Of course as I said, in the video, all of the colors came out of the countertop. Sometimes chance just works out well. I thought about tiles on the wall, and that still might be an option. I did decide to go with the flexseal pretty much out of convenience, knowing that I always have the option, if it doesn’t work out the way I had hoped to go with the tiles. Thanks for the suggestion and recommendation, I can refer back to that if the flex shield doesn’t work and possibly use that as an alternative. I just love these comments, there’s so much to learn, and all of the viewers have such wonderful ideals. It was good to hear from you and I appreciate your comment. Maybe we’ll meet someday down the road.
I totally love the layout. It's just like a capsule hotel. The only thing that seems missing is a lounge chair to relax while working on your laptop. But bravo. Well done. 🎉
Yes you’re right it is just like a capsule hotel. Of course it’s mobile and there’s a lot more privacy. For the lounge chair, I use the passenger seat which swivels around to where I can watch the TV and it also reclines. It’s not as comfortable as a recliner that you would have in a home but it certainly does the job. Thanks for your comment! 😊
What is practical to one, might not be practical to another. Neither is necessarily wrong or necessarily right in their thinking. Ironically, another commented (either just before or just after you) the only thing they would change is a BIGGER shower. What's practical for one, may not be practical for another. That doesn't make one person right or the other wrong. It's like we always say in our walk thru videos, it boils down to what is right for you. 👌
@@billanddeb I think the difference is I’ve actually lived on the road, and know what’s practical. But you’re right, everybody has their own priorities. 🖖
I understand what you’re saying about it, taking up spice and being small. That was a consideration when I built the van the size of that shower is pretty standard for both vans even though it’s a mid roof and I was concerned about that but it hasn’t been a problem at all. as far as using that space for storage, I do store the cassette toilet in there will not be used but other than that I have so much storage in the back that I don’t even fill all of that up so I have more space for storage when you’re not utilizing the space you have. I think this build is absolutely perfect for one person and would not change a single thing.😊
Outstanding build, perfect size van for signed traveller, great rear separation of the electrical plus gear, I would buy this rig now, cash in hand , so Robert if you want to sell I’m ready , thanks
I really love the idea of having a "full" shower available. I cannot see anything amiss. Bed, lounging chair, full tv (not that I watch it that much anymore, I watch more UA-cam movies, videos, etc)., big enough kitchen to cook and clean after. Excellent design and workmanship. Very impressive, Robert.
It’s pretty much everything a person could need and just as important, nothing you don’t. 🙂 Ty
No storage for clothing, etc. I understand there's a tradeoff but I wouldn't make the same tradeoffs and give up storage space
John, you should check out some of the other replies and also look in the back on the video. I have a huge amount of storage. As matter fact there’s so much storage that some of the storage bins in the back of the van are actually empty. I can continue to carry the bins because you never know when you might want to buy something along the way. However, that being said, there is more than enough storage for clothes or anything else you would like to carry. Is it as convenient as being in the front of the van? Well, no, of course not, it does require some thought as to what you’re going to do the next day and take it out and move it to the front. That being said it sure does free up a lot of space in the front for actual living rather than storing. Appreciate your comment. 🙂
It's fabulous!
And that's the beauty of building your own. You don't have to do exactly what the other guy does. They build theirs for them, you build yours for you. 👍
I would live full time in this van. Well thought out, clean and sleek. It looks so comfy and has everything you need - just amazing.
I have a normal sticks and brick home but travel a lot and so I wanted to where you could live out of this van, literally! It has everything you need and nothing you don’t. 😎
@@Robertsramblings Hello Robert! Beautiful Van Conversion!!! Love how you changed it up!!! You are amazing!!
Do you help others with their conversions or do you do fully do conversions for others? Do you only do van conversions or could you facilitate/help with a box truck or renovation of an RV??? I live in Georgia. I need help!!! Do you have an email address for me to reach out to you?
I could live permanently in this van very well done 👏
We agree!
Thank you so very much! As I travel around the country and find more places to see and more places to go and make more friends along the way it makes me believe that some point in time I may do just that, live permanently in the van. 😊
Love how this van is so uncluttered and extremely functional, the garage is a lesson to everyone on how to store equipment and “ toys “ neatly and accessible . Well done mate 👍
What a GREAT little van-home! It has everything!
Thank you! 😊
Love how sleek and clean this build is. Good job!
It looks beautiful, and fits his lifestyle
Well, thank you so much. It may be a little bit utilitarian. Doesn’t have that woman’s touch you know what I mean? It works for me though. Thank you. 😊
@@Robertsramblingsdo you have a you tube channel? Sorry if I have missed the link if u do.
Everyone should be showering and washing their hands this way! Conserve water! It’s precious!
It would seriously eliminate some of the water problems that they’re now experiencing especially in the southwest. I just got back off of a 28 day trip and you’re not gonna believe this. I only use 30 gallons of water, now that sounds pretty remarkable but the really remarkable part is that I showered and washed my hair every single day.! 😮
Very nice van. I could live in that van. An absolutely amazing garage. Excellent job.
Actually, you know what a person could live comfortably in this van. 😊
That is a perfect set up. I like that he mentioned doing carnivore as that’s what I do, so it demonstrates that it’s doable out on the road.
Thank you for the compliment on the van and yes, carnivore is absolutely doable! Anywhere you want to go that I’m aware of carnivore is doable. Of course it’s much easier at home and it takes a little bit of planning and sometimes you just have to avoid meals all together, but that too is still a carnivore diet.😊
@@Robertsramblings Not only is the setup of your van absolutely perfect, but the minimalism of the living area creates a sense of zen for me.
@@Robertsramblings carnivore for a reason? kidneys?
No health problems and that’s why I do carnivore. I’d like to keep it that way.
Outstanding! This van has everything you need; no more, no less.
That's exactly what i was thinking, love that he fit decent size shower in too. I wouldn't want to have to look for a gym every time i want to shower..❤ this build!
70 sqft, you can’t have too much. Lol, you’re right it’s everything that I need and nothing I don’t. All the comfort of home, a shower, a kitchen with the refrigerator and sink, a reclining chair and a big screen TV and a comfortable bed. All of this with Heat & Air, what more could you ask for?
I especially like the good sized F/F. I am vegan and when I cook, I tend to make enough for 4 meals, so 2-3 would freeze well in that. The shower/loo is perfect. Everything so well considered. Excellent! Happy travels!
For about 3 years, I've been watching all kinds of van life people and their rigs. This IS the perfect one. I'd like to find this man, and want to ask if he is willing to build the same model. Seriously.
Well, thank you for your kind comments! Yes, we could certainly talk about that. 😊
Great setup with space to move around. I could never live in a cluttered van.
Yeah, I know what you mean. I look at some of them on UA-cam, especially some of the walk-throughs by cheap RV living, and I don’t know how those people do that. Do each their own.
Admirable, the way this gentleman took care of all of these details. My advice, follow the wiseman.
One of my favorites: “ Don’t walk in front of me… I may not follow. Don’t walk behind me… I may not lead. Walk beside me… just be my friend “ Albert Camas
What an humble man. I loved his minimalist and practical van. It seems to be well thoght and well plan ed. I wish I was able to meet you, some daay Robert...Greetings from Poland.
Same here it would be nice. And thank you for your comment! 🙂
That's a perfect built, ample, no clutter, great for two people if need it. Thank you for sharing. Semper Fi
Thanks, Marine from a former Air Man. 😎
I’ve been using that egg thing for about six years 56 years. I love it I made my mom soft boiled eggs every morning with it until she passed away and now I still use it for myself at home ha ha
Ahh that’s so nice to hear. Thank you for sharing.🥰
I think ill get one to make deviled eggs
Great build we would love to do one like that . And we are carnivor also 👍the only way to true health way to go 👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
Carnivore makes road life easier!
Carnivore here
What is carnivol
I love your van❤
@@melbawoods6513meat only
I would love to let this gentleman know that he can make perfect "boiled" eggs in his air fryer. 260° for 16 mins. This will free up some space since he already has an air fryer!
Thank you for the info. I’ve decided to pretty much quit carrying the air fryer. It takes up a lot of space and it uses a lot of energy.
I love your build! Excellent job. I love how minimal it is, but everything is meticulously thought out. Fellow carnivore here! I love that egg cooker, I use mine all of the time. When he opened the freezer I knew!
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What is the name of your egg cooker?
@@pamlein8563 My egg cooker is a Dash. I got it at Target. They have similar by MyMini at Walmart, too.
I was looking at the fridge thinking would that work as a carnivore? And he says"I'm a carnivore" :D
lol it does work for a carnivore. That’s a great fridge. 🍗
He did a great job with his van, very practical and looks great.
Thanks, Stephen
You old fellas getting a kick out of each other, it's great. I feel like I'm with my uncles.
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Beautiful van!! It’s very clean and very functional. Great job 👍🏼
Well, thank you very much! It was fun to build and I’m really enjoying it! 😊
This conversion is absolutely perfect!! Yay Carnivore, us too! Great and the healthiest diet on the planet! Brand of the frig please??!!
Carnivore is the easiest diet to stick to, and the benefits are amazing. The fridge is made by hisence and is available at Lowe’s.
Love this clean and refreshing, well organized one that Robert has done. Thank you for letting us see the tour.
Well, thank you, that’s so kind of you to say so. 😊
Thanks for watching.
love the bed area - it really can be darked out easy for quick naps on the road... Love this set up.
Thanks 😎
Beautiful! Love that egg cooker!
This is the best van that I've seen so far. Its very ry functional, simple and not cramped at all. I love it.
Thank you! It is a great little van isn’t it? 😊
I LOVE how simple and efficient this design turned out. Excellent job! "We are not camping. We are living."
You know that saying we’re not camping we’re living, it is so true! I’m sure the average person that watches this video, never connects with that. Most people sit in their sticks and bricks and watch these videos, dreaming or wishing that it could be them. We’re not camping, we’re living!
@@Robertsramblings I really appreciate that saying because it's true. I watch a lot of these videos because I plan on getting my own "living" van and I want it built to my specific needs and requirements. You guys are great! Keep these video's coming!
...And it has a reasonable sized refrigerator *with* a *real* freezer! Oh, yeah!!
Yes, that refrigerator is one of the best things in the van! They’re very inexpensive, on sale just a couple hundred dollars. They’re easy to locate, Lowe’s, Home Depot, Walmart. It works great and holes a tremendous amount of food. I look at some of the DC refrigerators with their little bitty tiny freezer in the top, high cost, and hard to locate. That will not do. This is one of the best things in the van!
This is definitely me! Feminine touch of course.
Well, of course. Lol. 😂
This looks so comfortable, wow
Thanks, it is comfortable. At least as comfortable as anything you’ll ever find that’s the small, easy to drive and gets great gas mileage.😊
The best cleanest is of space to a point it is spacious. Robert did some magic. Inspired sir. Thank you.
There was a lot of thought put into this van. I have to say, though that it really worked out better than I had expected. 😊
You did an amazing job, every thing is so organized, and clutter free. I smiled when you took out the egg cooker. I purchased one well over 20 years ago at the Gwill, and it still does eggs perfectly. I drop them in cold water after cooking, and the shell slips right off. I don't think it even has a name on it. Happy travels.
Thank you so much!
Yeah carnivore! I am also carnivore...16 months!😂 Love your simple but intriguing van build!!
Yeah carnivore good lifestyle. Thanks for your comment on the van. 🙂
This is the BEST I have seen. I have always wondered why others are so full of clutter. I am OK with this. Looove how it looks super neat and no BS👏🏽
Thanks! That was my goal. That’s why I kept the colors light and kept everything as uncluttered and simple as possible. It’s more pleasing to the eye, and you perceive it as being larger than what it really is. 😊
A galley, bath, and bedroom...just the basics, what more would you need? ...and a huge backyard wherever you go!
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cloathes ??? @@harriettanthony7352
I suppose there’s lots of different ways to live or travel in a van. Let me address the specific examples that you cited. Clothes storage is handled in the back in some of the containers that you saw in the video. There’s actually 15 of the plastic containers. Right now I have some that are empty, nothing in them, space to spare. Two of the drawers that you see beside the refrigerator are also empty. What I do for close storage is keep the bulk of the items in the back of the van and only move a few to the front as I need them i.e. two or three T-shirts, some underwear, some socks and maybe shorts or jeans depending up on the weather. I would assume in a home that everybody does a similar thing by keeping clothes stored in their closet or in their dresser and only bringing out what they need as they need it. Correct? Since raincoats are usually wet when you bring them in, I hang mine it in the shower. After it dries, it goes in the glove box in the front of the van so it’s easily accessible when needed. If you look in the video you’ll probably see several pairs of shoes sitting in the back of the van in the garage area. I do keep extra shoes, lol. As far as the trashcan, unlike in a home where you have a can and you store the trash for a day, two days, three days and then you take it all out at one time I just use the plastic bags that I bring groceries in and fill those bags with the trash then dispose of those on a daily basis. The place for the clean bedsheets is on the bed. You don’t carry around a lot of linens. Towels, washcloths, sheets, etc. When it’s time to clean the sheets you take them off, clean them, dry them and put them right back on the bed. When living or traveling in an area that is 70 sqft I just don’t have the luxuries that I have in my beautiful home. Everything‘s not perfect but it is sufficient. 😊
One of the nicest vans I have seen.
Well, thank you so very much! 😊
I've had one of those egg cookers for years, ironically I'm just sat preparing vegetables whilst watching this, to go in the egg cooker it as it also steams veggies
Yes, they do work off steam. They’re great for steaming. Anything that you would want to put in there. They’re very versatile, inexpensive and don’t use a lot of power. Great for Vanlife!
Love having most of the storage in bins in the garage. Keeps the van from being cluttered. Only other thing I would need is a small microwave. I could live in it!
You know I’ve actually considered a small microwave. It could sit on the counter just above the fridge and there’s 110 V outlet right there. It would be easy to do. Thanks for your comment.😊
This is my Favorite van!!! Everything I would want or need. And it is very pretty.
Thanks 😊
Great build! The footprint would also work for a cargo. We are keto-vore and use our ref/freezer to keep meat. My question is where do you keep the appliances like the induction cooktop and air fryer? It’s such a clean streamline design, bravo!
Appliances are in the back
@@Robertsramblings beautiful van! I want a ford with a medium roof. You gave me some great ideas❤
Yeah, the Ford transit in my opinions the best overall choice. Sprinters are OK but they’re overpriced and God help you if you’re out somewhere and one breaks down. You may have to have it towed a long, long, long ways.
@@Robertsramblings i agree! I have read where an oil change on an sprinter can cost 500. Each time. I’m not able to get down underneath a van and change the oil 😂
I think everyone should have several of these. Each family can be prepared to take off at a moments notice.
Perfect set up for a single person van.
Thanks, it’s why I built my own van, rather than going with a factory made, say Winnebago or something like that. There all set up for two people or more and in a space this small you just don’t want to waste that extra room for the second person that’s not there. 😊
@@Robertsramblings 100% agree. Making single bed instead of 2 person bed means you have the same, or more, 'open space' in the SWB as in a LWB, It is easier to drive, park and more miles to the gallon. Safe travels.
I think this is my favourite van so far 😍
Thanks, Autumn! by the way, what a pretty name! 😊
Talk about perfection, this is it man sweeeeet. Awesome job Robert.
Thank you
Two words,
'Neat' and ' Clean'.
Thank you 😊
I love this setup.
I want to do one like that, then live in it as I travel across North America.
That’s kind of what I’m doing. You were able to see the basic build in the video, but in the last weeks since then I have been tweaking little things like organization of the bins in the back. Also rearranging things in the drawers in the front. It is really becoming very functional. A person could easily, and I mean very easily live in and travel across country in this little van.😊
I LOVE YOUR BUILD ! I LIKE THAT IT IS. SO CLEAN , UNCLUTTERED !! JUST WHAT YOU NEED
Yes, being easy to clean and not a lot of clutter was very very important! Also, this layout with cabinets only on one side and no upper cabinets makes it feel so much more open. 🙂
Glad you like it!
One of the best and most practical van designs I have seen. Simple but beautiful and incredibly functional.
The whole goal in this build was to make it as simple and as easy as at home. Of course, it’s a much smaller space and it’s never going to be just like home. But I don’t think you can get any closer. I’ve really been pleased with this build. Thanks for your comment.🙂
I love how simple his build is. And this is the first one that I've seen that only has the build on one side. I was thinking about doing that when I go to build my own, but was worried about if the weight needed to be evenly distributed on each side. I want to keep the van open in case on rainy days I'd still need to entertain my dog. She's 90 lbs and is up my butt every step I take. So I imagine it could get tight when she's following me around. Or if we do some brain games on the floor she has room to stretch out. I love watching these videos for inspiration.
Thank you! I know it looks like all of the weight is on one side when you’re just outside looking in, but I put an in-depth explanation in one of the other comments. If you really want to build a van like this, then you should find that comment and read it. I believe it would explain a lot as to how I balanced the weight on both sides. A lot of the weight is in places that you don’t even notice unless it’s pointed it out to you. Another thing that everyone has overlooked is there’s no upper cabinets. This in itself makes the van feel a lot more open. A transit van is less than 6 foot wide at the top where the cabinets would go and if you come in and add a 12 to 16 inch wide cabinet on each side, then you’ve lost a lot of the openness. It just makes it look and feel claustrophobic. I’m utilizing the garage area for a lot of the storage that most people will put in the living area of their vans. Is it a little more work, well yes, of course it is, but is it worth it? Absolutely!
Your build, Robert, is a thing of beauty! Clean, functional and meticulously thought out! Enjoy your travels Sir!
Thank you I appreciate your comment!
Robert did a great job. Even better than the build we saw at Ichetucknee Feb. last year. It's amazing. He has real talent.
Can't wait to see your other walk through. 🤗🍂
We are so glad you guys came.
Thank you so very much! Yeah, that was quite a change from the first build. Having a dedicated shower and bed makes it a lot easier. Thanks for your comment. 😊
@@Robertsramblings Hey Robert So glad you wrote. Wanted to let you know Jack bought the hamburgers and bacon you told us about. Excellent 👍
Also we liked your ideas so much about the shower we're doing away with the composting toilet and putting in a little shower area and we bought a cassette toilet, I believe similar to the one you have. Thank you again.
It was just a pleasure to see you again and your great work. Sorry we didn't get to visit more. Pray maybe next time. Happy Holidays and many blessings. 🤗🍂
Yes, I enjoyed our visit! Hopefully our paths will cross again. One tip on using a cassette toilet is empty often! Never used a composting toilet and so I have nothing to compare to. However, I sometimes hear people on UA-cam complaining about the smell of whatever system they’re using. Of course you’re gonna have the immediate smell of someone going to a bathroom, I think everybody could understand that part. The other part is when anything biological breaks down, it smells even worse. So my advice to you would be to empty often, daily, if possible.
@@Robertsramblings Thanks Robert. I'll let Jack know. I did see in researching that several people used a treatment for the tanks. Take care and blessings. 🤗🍂
Hi Robert, Carol from Australia here, this is THE BEST van build I have ever seen. It’s functional, neat and beautifully designed and built, may you have many more years of enjoyment from it. 😊
Thank you so much! Would like to visit your country. Someday. 😎
My husband and I travelled Australia in our RV, we absolutely loved it, it is the safest place and the free camping is fantastic. I do hope you are able to come here one day you will enjoy every minute! South in the Summer, North in the winter. …heaven!
Wow! That is an awesome build. Everything you need and nothing you don’t. Well done sir!
Thank you. Like the acronym kiss, keep it seriously simple 😎
I bought one three years ago, an older model to turn into a camper.. then I realized because of my leg brace it wouldn’t work for me. I couldn’t make it work. So I got a regular vehicle traded it in. Last weekend I went out and looked at a 1989 Toyota dolphin six-cylinder RV with the right floating axle for dual tires. I was the first one that got to look at it and I knew it was going to go so I purchased it. It’s got a separate bathroom good size also. no structural damage the engine was rebuilt about 13 years ago and so was the inside redecorated. I’m cleaning up now. Going to take the toilet and Blackwater tank out for a compost toilet Going to take the refrigerator out because I don’t want propane refrigerator so it’s out going to take part of the booth out and put in a Laguna table. After I clean it, I’m going to paint it. I’m kind of excited and a little scared. my husband died and I always depended on him and I want to get out and about a little bit to start with.
It sounds like you have a good plan. Good luck with your build travels.😊
Really enjoyed hearing about your build, Robert. Simplicity and function prevails.
Absolutely! Everything else is just clutter and in a spaces small there isn’t really much room for that. 😊
The best build-out I've ever seen!!!
You’re very kind!
Love your build but especially when you said Carnivore! Traveling healthy. What fun.
Yeah, a lot of people thanks that carnivore is a diet. They don’t realize it’s a lifestyle you don’t do this for a while you do this forever. Some will say that it’s too hard and I can’t do that. Personally, I say that diabetes, dementia, kidney failure, blindness, they’re all too hard I can’t do that.
@@Robertsramblings absolutely. Cleaned out my pantry and changed my way of eating 6 years ago and never looked back. I do envy your freedom and ability to drive off into the sunset.
I just love the minimalistic approach. Nothing worse than a van piled up with stuff. 🎖👏👍
Us too!
I absolutely LOVE this van! If I was single, I would be able to drive it myself, and I could be totally happy and comfortable living in it! I'm saving this one for future reference as my new 'gold standard'! Thank you for sharing!
It is totally comfortable, you absolutely can be happy traveling up and down the road in this little van. On the lighter side, if I could meet a girl that was single with a van like this, OMG! Lol.🥴❤️😎
Me too! 😊
Very nice, streamline and functional. The perfect blend of Less Is More. Great design.
YES! You get it! If I don’t own it, I don’t have to dust it. 😊
This is as close to a perfect build that I’ve seen. Thank you for sharing.
Your words are very kind! Thank you 😊
Glad you like it!
Hi im korean guy who should retire in 3 years, You gave me a inspiration about how i could live alone after retire .TX
A person certainly could live alone. I’m not sure that’s the right answer though. You can certainly meet a lot of people and make a lot of friends living the Vanlife. Life is what you make of it. 🙂
Finallly a carnivore in a van! Good job!
Well, sometimes I think a carnivore want to be. I’ve been on the road for the last month, and I have been so bad! But sometimes bad is good, right? 😎🤭
The best van build I've ever seen hands down. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks! 😊
Love Robert's conversion.
Thank you !
@@Robertsramblings Still enjoy your video here with Bill. Talk about compact garage. Love it. Question?? Have you tried a small rice cooker?
Before I went on a carnivore diet, I had a rice cooker. Rice cookers are great! If you’re on a regular diet, I can highly recommend them.
I need something just like that, very clean, nitid, well done and comfy, it's perfect.
It’s turned out perfect for me. Thanks for your comment and good luck with your travels. 🙂
I bought the same egg boiler on Amazon for $11.99 lol, no more timing and waiting by a pot of boiling water again.
We got one as well, it's a great new tool
This build is beautiful; you can't even tell it's a van from the inside. Everything is clean, streamlined, and efficient. Despite everything else being perfect, I can't unsee the countertop in the back of the driver's neck😕
I’m not absolutely sure. I understand what you mean about the countertop. It is right behind the drivers seat. The back of the seat comes up above the countertop so when I’m leaning back, I’m not actually touching the countertop. There’s the back of the seat and the headrest just like it would be if the countertop wasn’t there. I hope that address your question. If not add another comment and I’ll be glad to clarify as much as possible. Thanks. 😊
This is exactly what i have dreamed of on the inside for fulltime rv life for myself, in process of looking into vans over an rv
Good luck with your search. I looked also and couldn’t find what I wanted in a factory built. That’s why I ended up building my own.
I’d be happy with version 1, but version 2 is luxury and the way to go.
Agreed! Version one worked but the new version just makes everything so much more convenient. With very few exceptions, it’s like living in a stick and brick.😊
It is important to Make All Your Choices Wisely.
That is so true! The problem comes when you have multiple choices with none of them having a clear advantage. Such is life. 😊
I love the simplicity and functionality of his van. It is clean minimal and lovely
Thanks, I tried to keep it simple. If you don’t own it, you don’t have to dust it. Lol.
This van is 🔥 🔥🔥🔥. The set up is the best minimalist example. I like the smaller bed to have space for the shower. 👏👏👏
Yes, I am slowly converting over to a minimalist lifestyle. Not for the faint of heart. However, I have come to learn that if I don’t own it, I don’t have to dust it. 😊
I love the bedroom. It's so cozy and perfect for a side sleeper like me. I like to watch tv in bed.
This one’s not set up for watching TV in the van. For someone who didn’t want to watch TV in bed you could easily add it to the wall that’s just on the backside of the shower. Had considered that but didn’t get around to it. 🙂
Superb conversion. Minimalist but stylish and beautifully executed . So practical without losing the feeling of comfort . I've just ordered an egg boiler too !! 😁
Well, thank you. It may not work for everybody, but it sure do like that little van. You gonna love the egg cooker.🙂
ive watched alot of these videos, this is a top notch build.
Very Nice and clean look... Functional ... Love it...
It is extremely functional, it makes it a pleasure to travel in. Thank you.😊
This is simple elegance with the essentials.
Love it! Beautiful build. I'm carnivore also!!
Thanks Dee! Carnivore is awesome isn’t it?
@@Robertsramblings yes, it's the only thing that's cut out all cravings for carbs! I just started in Sept. Of this year. How long have you been eating this way?
@@Dee-kg9lk I first started with keto about three years ago, and then because of the simplicity of not having to figure out how many servings and carbs and sugar that was in what I was eating I switched to ketovore. For the same reasons I then took it the rest of the way to carnivore, probably about six months ago. If you’re familiar with Dave Feldman and the concept of the lean mass hyper responder, I’m a hyper responder. Last cholesterol check was about a month ago with a total cholesterol of 281 and loving it!
Yes I’m Carnivore want a be. Trying to get there
Very clean look. Well done Robert.
Glad you like it!
Thanks 😊
Host: "Say hi, Robert."
Robert: "Hey Robert"
*both dad laugh and dad point*
Made me immediately invested in this video lol
I love the utter simplicity of this build. He has everything he needs right at hand and its very streamlined.
Thanks 😊
Thank you for sharing this fabulous conversion. Talent at it's best !
Glad you like it!
It’s my pleasure to share. Thank you! 😊
Simplicity at its very best! I love this no nonsense van, thank you 😊
Thank you! Tried to keep it as much like living in a stick and brick as possible.
Best van build i seen yet, would love instructions on how he did it😊
Wow, would you believe that I didn’t have any plans? Just kind of made it up as I went along. Not bad for on the fly? 😎
Man after my heart, carnivore. I knew it before he said it. BBBE :)
Well now, how did you know that? But yes, I am carnivore and proud of it. 😊
I Luv the layout of the van. And a shower! Marvelous build!👏👏👏🙋
Robert did a great job
Thanks! 😊
The floor is very nicely done, lovely stone look, great stairwell trim and tread. I like that a lot.
Nice neat camper, so easy to park. Pity the big doors in rear are blocked off by the garage. It would have been a great view.
Lovely build. The shower is so compact and functional. One thing you can use for these shower stalls is Innovera by Palram vinyl tiles that look like marble or stone but light as a feather. Stick them on and silicone caulk the seams. Done.
Well, thank you so much for your comments, they’re very very helpful! You know the part about blocking off the back of the van, you’re very right it would be nice to be able to have those doors open. However, in a van you just don’t have a lot of space, and so to maximize the garage area was was very important because I did want to carry all the toys, bike, kayak and beach chairs and umbrella. I found with the swiveling front seat being able to use the side door and positioning, the van with a ride orientation you still get a really nice view. Yes, there are some compromises that you have to make, unfortunately you just can’t have everything so you do the best with what you have. The floor and stairwell did work out didn’t they? Overall, I’ve been very pleased with the outcome of the van. Of course as I said, in the video, all of the colors came out of the countertop. Sometimes chance just works out well. I thought about tiles on the wall, and that still might be an option. I did decide to go with the flexseal pretty much out of convenience, knowing that I always have the option, if it doesn’t work out the way I had hoped to go with the tiles. Thanks for the suggestion and recommendation, I can refer back to that if the flex shield doesn’t work and possibly use that as an alternative. I just love these comments, there’s so much to learn, and all of the viewers have such wonderful ideals. It was good to hear from you and I appreciate your comment. Maybe we’ll meet someday down the road.
I totally love the layout. It's just like a capsule hotel. The only thing that seems missing is a lounge chair to relax while working on your laptop. But bravo. Well done. 🎉
Yes you’re right it is just like a capsule hotel. Of course it’s mobile and there’s a lot more privacy. For the lounge chair, I use the passenger seat which swivels around to where I can watch the TV and it also reclines. It’s not as comfortable as a recliner that you would have in a home but it certainly does the job. Thanks for your comment! 😊
Nice build! The only thing I wouldn’t have done was the shower, I would’ve used it as storage and then went to the gym for showers!
To each their own
@@billanddeb
No, just thinking practically, unless you have recycled water. It doesn’t seem efficient. 🖖
What is practical to one, might not be practical to another. Neither is necessarily wrong or necessarily right in their thinking. Ironically, another commented (either just before or just after you) the only thing they would change is a BIGGER shower. What's practical for one, may not be practical for another. That doesn't make one person right or the other wrong. It's like we always say in our walk thru videos, it boils down to what is right for you. 👌
@@billanddeb
I think the difference is I’ve actually lived on the road, and know what’s practical. But you’re right, everybody has their own priorities. 🖖
I understand what you’re saying about it, taking up spice and being small. That was a consideration when I built the van the size of that shower is pretty standard for both vans even though it’s a mid roof and I was concerned about that but it hasn’t been a problem at all. as far as using that space for storage, I do store the cassette toilet in there will not be used but other than that I have so much storage in the back that I don’t even fill all of that up so I have more space for storage when you’re not utilizing the space you have. I think this build is absolutely perfect for one person and would not change a single thing.😊
Very cool van and equipped with everything that you could ever need. Wish I would've checked it out last week. Thanks for the tour gents.
Our pleasure!
I’m pretty sure I’ll be at the next rendezvous, if at all possible come by and I’ll be glad to show you the van and answer any questions. 😊
Thank you for sharing. I love what you have done!
Thank you for watching
Highly impressed wow
Great job .
Thank you! 🙂
Thanks for the tour. The one thing I picked up was that egg cooker. Every video has something in it. :)
Really nice! Makes me want to build one now.
They can be a headache to build, but it’s very rewarding. 😊
Outstanding build, perfect size van for signed traveller, great rear separation of the electrical plus gear, I would buy this rig now, cash in hand , so Robert if you want to sell I’m ready , thanks
I think this is about the best van I see for a single person like myself
Yeah, this man is perfect for one person. 😎
This is amazing. This is exactly what I would want if and when I go on the road.
Thank you so very much. You decide you want one get in touch and maybe I could do a build for you.