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Travels with Rob
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 23 ม.ค. 2021
This channel is about minivan camping and conversion, van life, adventure travel, and low cost ways to enjoy the natural world.
Pellet Fire Pit for Home and Camping
This video shows how I modified a smokeless fire pit for burning pellets. It provides a great way to enjoy a fire at home and when camping.
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The stainless steel mesh used in the video was obtained from Amazon: www.amazon.com/TIMESETL-Stainless-Steel-Woven-Wire/dp/B07Q6PPXYW?pd_rd_w=44fJY&content-id=amzn1.sym.928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_p=928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_r=QQBNG2S7H5V25T497CEE&pd_rd_wg=DPg2r&pd_rd_r=8d91c03b-494c-4a47-b36b-9bd6c8e420d2&pd_rd_i=B07Q6PPXYW&ref_=pd_basp_d_rpt_ba_s_2_t&th=1
Check out my minivan camper conversion series at :
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th-cam.com/video/pid83AxMG4A/w-d-xo.html
The stainless steel mesh used in the video was obtained from Amazon: www.amazon.com/TIMESETL-Stainless-Steel-Woven-Wire/dp/B07Q6PPXYW?pd_rd_w=44fJY&content-id=amzn1.sym.928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_p=928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_r=QQBNG2S7H5V25T497CEE&pd_rd_wg=DPg2r&pd_rd_r=8d91c03b-494c-4a47-b36b-9bd6c8e420d2&pd_rd_i=B07Q6PPXYW&ref_=pd_basp_d_rpt_ba_s_2_t&th=1
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I Applied for National Park Filming Permits, Here's What Happened
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This is my experience applying for filming permits to record video in National Parks and post the content on TH-cam. The First Amendment to the Constitution guaranteeing freedom of speech and freedom of the press should protect us from unreasonable permit and fee requirements when visiting public lands. Detailed Description of Onsite Activities (from my permit application): A single vehicle wil...
5 Minute Pomegranate Prep
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Fast clean method for cutting and preparing a pomegranate
Minivan Camper Chapter 3: 35,000 mile update
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This is the third video about converting a Honda Odyssey minivan into a camper. Check out the first two videos of my van build series at: th-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/w-d-xo.html Supplies links: Shower pump: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074ZK5K4P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1 Privacy tent: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073FBSGTJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt...
Rock Springs - Kayak, Tubing, Camp
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This video describes minivan camping, kayaking, and tubing at Kelly Park and Rock Springs in Florida. Kelly Park is located in Apopka, less than one hour from Orlando. Check out my van build videos, where I converted a Honda minivan into a small camper: Chapter 1: th-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/w-d-xo.html Chapter 2: th-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/w-d-xo.html Chapter 3: th-cam.com/video/pid83AxMG4A...
Minivan Camper Southeast Road Trip
มุมมอง 14K2 ปีที่แล้ว
This video describes a trip to explore Congaree and Mammoth Cave National Parks, while camping in my converted minivan camper. See also my van build videos: th-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/w-d-xo.html
Minivan Camper Build Chapter 2: 7,000 mile review
มุมมอง 188K3 ปีที่แล้ว
This is the second video about converting a Honda Odyssey minivan into a camper, with emphasis on the convertible couch/bed, and the water system. Check out the first video of my van build series at: th-cam.com/video/xXIOVMwKkKg/w-d-xo.html and the 35,000 update at: th-cam.com/video/pid83AxMG4A/w-d-xo.html Supplies links: Sink pump: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HQMX79F/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_titl...
Simple, Sturdy Minivan Camper Build
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This video shows how I converted a Honda minivan into a small camper. It's my first van build project, so I learned as I went along, with lots of helpful ideas from many other TH-camrs. Check out my two update videos: 7,000 mile update: th-cam.com/video/iooH2nQpKR0/w-d-xo.html 35,000 mile update: th-cam.com/video/pid83AxMG4A/w-d-xo.html Supplies links: Sink pump: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HQ...
Cobra Intake and FI2000 on V-Star 1300
มุมมอง 7K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Cobra PowrFlo intake and FI2000 controller were installed on a 2013 V Star 1300 Deluxe for improved performance.
Great video. Lots of awesome tips
Excellent job! Thanks for sharing!
Oh, right! "So easy. Oh so very easy to recreate"! Not really. However, dimensions of each component would have been nice. 🙄😐
That’s a BS response regarding footage of other visitors being prohibited. There is no expectation of privacy on public land. 1st amendment auditors are able to upload footage of their audits even on postal service and other government grounds. And yes, they’re monetized.
Brilliant! Thank you!
Perfect!!!❤
After viewing this, im buying my van tomorrow 😊. How does your van performance on long and uphill drive being a FWD? Combined fuel consumption? Thank you. 🙏
No performance issues even when fully loaded for travel. I intentionally slow down on long uphills to save gas and go easy on the transmission, but that’s just me. My mpg is the same as when the van was new, 25 mpg. If I have the solar panel and cargo box mounted on top I lose about 2 mpg, but for me it’s worth it
Fantastic. Thank you.
The rear fan .. why not ? Bugs that's why not, bugs love to eat me alive :/
The rear window is open only when the fan is on, so no bugs can fly in against the airflow blowing out. Four years, no bug problems
The way you did your build is brilliant. It gives you everything you need but it is roomy as well. Love it!
Love the bed design!
I REALLY appreciate how well you explain everything!! It is incredibly helpful!
This is a FABULOUS camper build! I've just subscribed.
Whoa, I loved the window screen .
Wow, I know this was years ago but you are truly amazing and was just want a van owners needed. Reality is not everyone can buy a 50,000 van and then put another 10 to 20,000 for a build. I love what they do and bless those that can afford to so. Having a mini van your build gives a great foundation physically and mentally to the full usage of the mini van. As you said it could be just for short trips and back. Not concerned about being stealth or being some where and not wanted! But it is also very functional to support one person in need. Great job. Hope all is well!
Awning?
No awning, but I do travel with a screen tent that I set up for outside shade and bug protection
I like the window panels. Still have light.
Beautiful build! Elegant and simple.
I like his lush carpet between his lips and his nose.
😑😑
A solid build like Eric's. I like the bed mod to remove the protruding legs. I don't understand why the legs on the front panel need to fold, though. What happens if you leave them extended? Do they bind or something?
Yes, the legs need to fold in my build because they don’t sit evenly on the floor in couch mode. I’ll show this in more detail in my next video, out in November
@travelswithrob4970 Ah, that makes sense. Thank you for the answer and for your videos!
How many miles do you have on it? I just got one like yours with only 95k miles and only one owner. I want to running it for whatever life it has left! 🥰 Love your set up. Awesome video.
I have 265,000 miles on my ‘04 Odyssey, it has been a fantastic van. But I do take really good care of it, and I drive it gently - those are the keys to a long lasting vehicle!
@ thank you for your reply. That is great news for me. I previously had a Toyota Corolla for 20 years and I only let it go because I want to start car camping with my dog. My Honda Odyssey minivan is from 2007. I plan on taking excellent care of it like I did with my Toyota. I am using your video as my blueprint and inspiration. I really appreciate the good visuals and the detailed explanation that you provide here. 🙌Wishing you many happy trails in your future.
I use plastic. Is easy n no bug problems
Great build! What did you screw the base floor to?
The floor is bolted to the van floor at three points where the seats used to be - I will show this in more detail in my next video which comes out in early November
Wow, were have you been all my life..lol...one of the best minivan re-do's on TH-cam. Thanks
Great work and ideas.
I love this but would love for a tad bit of counter space for a brutane 2 burner stovetop. And what about wifi/internet as I would be LIVING and SLEEPING in van full time living/dwelling????(Stalth in and out of city).
In my Chapter 3 video I show how I increased the counter space by adding a sink cover and an outside counter extension. I also use the top of the fridge as flat kitchen workspace, and I often use my single burner stove there. In my first no-build version of this van, I had a two-burner Coleman stove, but it was just too big and too much hassle. My small electric pan and single butane stove are usually enough. Unless you want to pay big money for Starlink, internet is dependent on where you park. With good signal it’s enough to use my phone as a hotspot with my laptop for normal surfing and light streaming. I stay away from corporate public WiFi such as Starbucks due to privacy risk, but public library WiFi is usually safe and available
Awesimely done! 🎉🎉 Looove it! Thanks for sharing
Man i wish i could do something like this. Or at least a simpler version lol.
Actually you do not have to make the legs foldable. You only need 2 fixed legs.
Definitely you are very talented on your setup, this is frustrated for me (Lol), because I don't have your talent. I loved your sofa/bed and shelves, sink solution. Enjoy your travels.
Thank you so much!
I have to say you are an extremely natural and watchable presenter!
BUT WHERE DO YOU POOP? WHERE DO I PUT MY POOP?
There are several ways to deal with this issue, and I use an “all of the above” approach. (1) I often camp near toilet/outhouse/porta-john facilities, so that’s the best option. (2) I am an experienced backpacker, so I have no problem digging a cat hole in appropriate nearby woods if privacy permits. (3) If no other option, I use a double-lined 5-gallon bucket inside the van as a toilet, and then seal and dispose of the bag appropriately.
I was hoping to see more recent videos of your adventures. The latest one was over a year ago. Have you stopped travelling?
I’m working on several videos coming out before the end of 2024, including a new travel series in the National Parks
Brilliant 🎉
For cheap coroplast, if you’re in the U.S., grab a few campaign yard signs of unsuccessful primary candidates! You’ll be helping your surroundings and saving money at the same time.
vanlife4ever!
Bravo! Well built and your video is well narrated, quite impressive. May I ask....if I wanted the bed to sleep 2 people, would the best way to modify your design be to simply make the cabinetry narrower all over, or to forego the bottom portions? Thank you!
For the bed to sleep 2 people, the shelf unit would be deleted and the sink cabinet would be very narrow. However, additional storage would be available under the bed, so it could work. One of the things I like best about my build is that I can do complete meal prep without leaving the van, but this would be really tight with two people. If I was doing a new 2-person build, I would do a lot of TH-cam research to get the best ideas for that particular use
Great work
Love the window screens
Thanks for sharing your build. I’m just now wrapping up our build and have incorporated much from your design and those of Eric’s. I also am using the same water pump and faucet. I originally got a larger pump, but I couldn’t get it to stop pulsating at low flow levels and got the pump you’re using which is perfect and much quieter. I originally mounted it above my water supply which did not work. That location caused me to have to prime again when it sat overnight. I got to looking at it and thought perhaps there’s a reason you placed it down low, so I tried that and “Voila” that got it.
Gump you're a genius lol. Priming the sink was so easy. I watched the first video and appreciate info on an affordable older Odyssey. I haven't lived in a minivan to know but like the roominess of your design and storage in the side and back. Very practical and you presented it all very well, thank you
Best build I have seen!!
I like your videos. It's all the way full of ideas with point by point details and data. And of course I never Saw a perfect mini van camper build like yours. Thank you for sharing your great and precious Ideas 🎉🎉
Confused. First, after watching every similar build I chose to follow yours most closely, so big thumbs up. The issue I'm having is that the angle of my seat back leans back a lot. I've read that 15 degrees is optimal, up to 20 degrees, but it seems that your design has the back reclining much more than that. Did I miss something? At a 20 degree incline I have about 14" between the edge of the front panel and the rear. So the seat back(s) create a triangle that has a 14" base with 19" sides. Thanks!
I measured the seat back angle on my build, and it's a 22 degree incline. When I was designing the bed/couch, I started with Eric's design, making sure it had equal size panels and seat cushions to fit the overall mattress length, then I adjusted the bed frame dimensions for an overall size and couch seat angle that seemed reasonable and comfortable for fitting in my van. The couch is very comfortable for me, but of course that's a personal preference decision. If less incline is desired, any of three modifications could be made, and will result in the front and rear panels being closer together in couch mode: (1) the bed frame length could be shorter in the front, (2) the frame piece that blocks the stopper could be moved further back, or (3) the front and rear panels could be made larger than the middle panels. However, option (3) may require the front and rear cushions being a different size than the middle cushions, and also may result in the seat being too large front-to-back. Anyway, if you think your seat angle is too large, you could slide the couch seat back to find the perfect angle for you, then modify either the frame or the panels to lock it in. Good luck.
Hi Rob Lucid offers their 5" thick TWIN mattress 74"x37.5"x5" and also a TWIN XL 79"x37.5"x5" Which one did you get?
I’m 5’10”, so I got the regular shorter length, which is plenty long.
The only problem I have wth car camping is the heat and cooling issues. I only camp a few months out of the year. Otherwise my purchase of a 2008 Sienna was a great purchase. Serves me camping and use as an easy access “truck”
I agree, temperature control is a challenge, especially cooling! That's why I like my bedding system, which is comfortable when the outside temp is 30-75 degrees. When the nights get hotter, I struggle to to keep the inside cool enough for good sleep, so I'm working on a simple ventilation system which provides a lot of airflow while keeping the bugs out; I'll make a video for it.
Nicely copied from "Eric enjoy Earth" channel, like 1-2-1 copy:))
More videos please!
Nice gonstruction easy to trvel
Great video, great presentation style! Clear, concise, no stupid graphics or music, no unnecessary background noises or distractions, and no pandering or begging for "likes" or subs. Well done.