VAN TOUR | The Most Superb Budget DIY Camper Van I’ve Ever Seen

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  • The Destiny Van is a creation by Rick , GMC Savannah low top van turned into a DIY budget camper van build. Rick built his van to travel the country and explore new places. Loss is very comprehensive tour of a DIY van build by Rick a former team member of drifter Vans, a custom van fabricator.
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  • @steverone7623
    @steverone7623 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +20

    This dude is passionate about his van it’s awesome to see after his experience how he made everything work for him

  • @solovantravel
    @solovantravel 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +24

    I just came by to express how proud I am of my Patrick. You have created a credible, well managed brand and information source based on business without antics and shenanigans. ❤❤❤❤ Ya! I received inspiration from YOUR pristine camper

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Wow, thank you!

    • @dominirican7403
      @dominirican7403 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Ok diddy

    • @orreng
      @orreng 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventuresPatrick is a phenom! Love and enjoy his content, expertise, and perspective. A good man all around.

  • @law81669
    @law81669 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Some people are complaining that there is to much work in his van, but look at him, he's fit, strong and definitely not lazy. Thanks for sharing another great van😃

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thank you. As Patrick said in this video. Everything in van life takes extra effort. It's not really work if you love what you're doing. A house takes ten times more upkeep than an apartment, yet people still own them and don't mind the extra work. In the end, I think it's a matter of perspective. Rick.

    • @DivaEsquire
      @DivaEsquire 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      People need to mind their business and let this retiree live his life.

    • @esousa486
      @esousa486 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      @@RickBeall-b3w I so agree !!! People need to realize that traveling in a Class B van has limited space, ... but how one deals with that space, makes it a home ... one has to tailor it to that one's personal needs, wants ... and like you had said in the video, you live "out of the van" more than your time inside it 👌👍😁 ... Well thought out sir !!!

  • @robbblair6289
    @robbblair6289 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    The shower looks like alot of work! But I agree with him a backdrop of beautiful area’s would be well worth it. He’s done a amazing job! I love builds like this. More creative process, from very humble ppl. Great job, & thank you for sharing!!! ❤❤

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    You can tell he put a lot of thought into this. 👍💯

  • @windsweptwhimsy
    @windsweptwhimsy 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    That awning is way too much work for me as a solo camper, but it's a much better set up than I have. I use a tarp & poles and attach to a length of pvc that I mounted to my roof rails on my minivan. I love the large lounge space, and the custom bug screens! Clearly lots of thought and planning went into this build. Love the originality and the attention to detail!

    • @NotOfThisEarth9
      @NotOfThisEarth9 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Tarp, poles and pvc pipe, that's my plan too! I'm glad to know it works

  • @bmetzo2809
    @bmetzo2809 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    This guys about as cool as they come. Awesome van tour.

  • @lindasteller
    @lindasteller วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What a coincidence! I just picked up my brand new Drifter Van on September 17th. 2023 Ford Transit High Roof Extended. I love it!

  • @johncambpell895
    @johncambpell895 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    5' 5" ... WOW. i'M 6' 1". Amazing that he sought you out Patrick. Excitement in his eyes and voice. Excitement to see you! Great Video.

  • @esousa486
    @esousa486 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    WOW ..... Rick did an AWESOME job, Patrick ...... Amazing attention to detail ..... Well thought out !!! "Thanks" for sharing with us all 😉👌👍👍👍👍

  • @sxtn102
    @sxtn102 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    One thing about that shower that he didn't mention...another YTer regularly uses his Joolca shower by taking that water input line and laying it in a river or lake with a rock on it to hold it under, so you don't even have to haul all that water with you! Slick!

  • @estelleparismd4670
    @estelleparismd4670 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Very, very nice. TY for showing us your van. It’s beautiful. The best I’ve ever seen. Again, thank you…🫶

  • @kathyschaefer2455
    @kathyschaefer2455 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Wonderful van, I love it

  • @robertklein3450
    @robertklein3450 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Rick really blended the boat life and camper life. I think the shower and awning are a little too much of a pain to use often, but Rcik has it down for what works for him. he's in amazing shape. Really cool van for a bunch of different reasons - can be stealthy, can get into tight spots, etc. I would like something bigger but that's just me. Rock on, Rick.

  • @amyj.s.9610
    @amyj.s.9610 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Cardboard template process is super smart! Nice build and you don’t miss the extra height really. Saves money vs buying a Pro-master or Sprinter for sure.👍🏻

  • @suzannecranford6819
    @suzannecranford6819 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    This is so well done. The interior layout and design is so nice. The 2 outside storage boxes are such a good idea. I really like the awning. Thank you for this very interesting tour!

  • @missycitty9478
    @missycitty9478 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Love it!!!
    Everything you need, nothing you dont!!

  • @petereriksson1390
    @petereriksson1390 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Hallo Man! Your bedroom is the Best looking bedroom I ever seen in a Van, thats i'm 100% sure of! Respekt for your woork & knowledge Sir! From Peter Eriksson Sweden Europe 😊😅😊

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much.

  • @rubydue
    @rubydue 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    What a great build. It is bachelor apt. on wheels.

  • @ClassySassyManes
    @ClassySassyManes 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    WOW, way to much for me to do day in and day out. Climbing up and down for showers and awnings are a little much for me personally, but I love that awning. As a female, I want my bathroom inside. This is a wonderful build and suites you so perfect. Thank you for sharing.
    Charmaine 💜

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  3 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      Even though this wasn’t something you would build for yourself I hope you got some ideas and inspired you

    • @ClassySassyManes
      @ClassySassyManes 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures oh very much so

    • @wendyplatts7986
      @wendyplatts7986 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Agreed. Too much work. But for him it seems ok

  • @candyjamaican
    @candyjamaican 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Love the camper set up and all but dang!!!!! his body is bodying 😊.

    • @sherlysimone3644
      @sherlysimone3644 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      He really put a lot of hardwork and love into his vehicle 😊

  • @kathleencomyn5228
    @kathleencomyn5228 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Does Rick have a TH-cam channel we can watch as his van is awesome, and I would love to learn more?

  • @janetfeathers4128
    @janetfeathers4128 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    Amazing. Love all his ideas.

  • @fiberboss2255
    @fiberboss2255 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Nice set up , thank you for some ideas ,

  • @KD-on9fg
    @KD-on9fg 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Love the bedroom design

  • @melb4jd245
    @melb4jd245 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Does this gentleman have his own TH-cam channel? He is fascinating. And I love that he has kept all the materials. I love building and watching these videos and dreaming about doing this.
    I kind of have a crush on this guy ha ha
    He is amazing.

  • @trvlaqwst7570
    @trvlaqwst7570 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Dude is very detailed. I enjoyed watching.❤

  • @itsrob2321
    @itsrob2321 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I have an Express extended and I love it. The other brands are tempting, but so much more expensive. If you buy a $60k van, your depreciation is significant too.

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      My biggest regret on my build is not spending the extra $3000 for the extended.

  • @ElPeriodicodeayer1
    @ElPeriodicodeayer1 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Waooooo my friend, 100 year old with his Chevrolet 👋

  • @jlim003
    @jlim003 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Im 40 and I think I know what my retirement looks like now.

    • @bmetzo2809
      @bmetzo2809 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Same

  •  4 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Most important question…what is your diet and workout regimen?
    You are in serious shape!

  • @petereriksson1390
    @petereriksson1390 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You have a lot of experince in your Van build, Sir! Love to see your outstanding but smart build! From Peter Eriksson Sweden Europe 😊😅😊!

  • @classicscustomsandhotrodso600
    @classicscustomsandhotrodso600 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Another good Aussie product in use, the Joolca Hottap.

  • @maryjaneburgess489
    @maryjaneburgess489 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Awesome! You have everything!

  • @virginiahall4030
    @virginiahall4030 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    He is very intelligent smart build.

  • @steverone7623
    @steverone7623 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I would definitely extend the wiring for the tote rack and reroute it along the hinge so you don’t have to unplug it each time

  • @sophiaadroit
    @sophiaadroit 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Nothing like a nice hot shower! 😁

  • @277kne
    @277kne 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    I like the aluminum water tanks and shower. It takes a few minutes to set up but worth while.
    Is this van an extended one? Got me thinking about getting a Chevy or GMC van.

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Looks like a regular wheelbase

    • @jeanroeder5534
      @jeanroeder5534 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      When I can I use PLANET FITNESS for showers.

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      My van is not extended. My biggest regret. I should have spent $3000 more and purchased the extended. Then, the direction of the bed could have changed to accommodate two people better. Thanks for your interest. Rick

    • @277kne
      @277kne วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@RickBeall-b3w Thank you for responding.
      This comment is for you and anyone.
      Would it be worth while to remodel or update an older camper van? A Pleasure-Way or LTV.

  • @kieranandersen6446
    @kieranandersen6446 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Fantastic.

  • @leonardcroft1467
    @leonardcroft1467 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Nice Van !

  • @blewwizze
    @blewwizze 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Beautifully done! 😍

  • @steverone7623
    @steverone7623 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    That instant hot shower had me like wowww.

  • @markeyosef1579
    @markeyosef1579 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Nice!

  • @rubye5034
    @rubye5034 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Amazing

  • @Ms.Frankenbuilder
    @Ms.Frankenbuilder 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Nice tour

  • @AiryanneMarchese
    @AiryanneMarchese วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love ur van❤

  • @dimatraveler
    @dimatraveler 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    A vagabond on a kayak, I really survive on uninhabited and tropical islands Greetings from Indonesia from the channel Dima traveler 👋🙂🏝 ..

  • @mbbuckeyes8386
    @mbbuckeyes8386 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice build - thanks for video this . The two issues - it takes so much time to set up that shower and that blue sink is beautiful but sticks out in the aisle.

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      I had many comprises in this build. The sink had to petrud so I could get my face over it to wash. It doesn't really affect sitting or getting out of bed. The shower may seem like a lot, but when I'm just enjoying nature day after day, it's easy,just part of the routine. Thanks for your compliment.

    • @JordanHunter333
      @JordanHunter333 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@RickBeall-b3w What a great response, Rick. Thanks so much for sharing more of your process. Your design sense is so clean, elegant, and minimal, I am absolutely sure you had a past life as a Danish designer. 👏👏😌 Have the best life in your beautiful home. 🙏

  • @backroadbirder3316
    @backroadbirder3316 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I'd love a link to his wireless security camera. I thought he said something like "Boio", but I've tried several variations and am not finding it.

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Boyo VTCRH2 system. Thanks for your interest.

    • @backroadbirder3316
      @backroadbirder3316 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@RickBeall-b3w Thanks so much!

  • @jeffreykropp7664
    @jeffreykropp7664 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This video gave me many good ideas I had not thought of. Maybe I missed it, but where was the rear license plate?

  • @kevintieu5198
    @kevintieu5198 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I know of a guy who lives in a van and likes to hike up mountains who might enjoy this video.

  • @craigbrowning9448
    @craigbrowning9448 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Optimus Tracking System, want to know more.

  • @lorih673
    @lorih673 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The awning and shower system looks like a lot of work. Other than that I love this van.

  • @natalielebron5532
    @natalielebron5532 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very very nice build!! Other than microwave how do you cook???

  • @craigbrowning9448
    @craigbrowning9448 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Is the company that makes the security cameras called Bolio?
    I'm in the market for a security camera setup because I've had a couple of breaking attempts the 2nd of which I lost the passenger side window and two locks which was very expensiveto fix and I also had my phone stolen.
    So I'm looking for a cameras to monitored the exterior and possibly double as a dash cam in case of any traffic issues.

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The cameras name is vantrue. They offer many different dash cams. The security camera is VTCRH2. Thanks for your interest.

  • @wilty5
    @wilty5 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That shower seems like a lot of work to setup

  • @he-man5102
    @he-man5102 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Why doesn't he just use a step to put out his awning? That looks dangerous, especially if he has to put it down in bad weather. The water containers and piping next to the batteries doesn't feel safe to me. BUT, great setup! Love it.

  • @mohamedadili1418
    @mohamedadili1418 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    For me it’s a pity to have a van that you can not stand in plus setting up the shower takes a lot of work. Good luck and stay safe

  • @jeffreykropp7664
    @jeffreykropp7664 วันที่ผ่านมา

    OK. I just saw the plate on the lower storage unit.

  • @solovantravel
    @solovantravel 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I ❤ him

  • @craigbrowning9448
    @craigbrowning9448 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ventrue Camera (Dashcam) provide more information.

  • @youdontwanttoknow5203
    @youdontwanttoknow5203 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    For the viewers it's FAUX leather, not fox leather. They need to stop using those terms together. It's not leather. It's vinyl. And it's pronounced "FO" not "fox" Nice van, wrong pronunciation

    • @awkwardly.brilliant
      @awkwardly.brilliant 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thank you! I was trying to figure out what Fox leather was. Could have been worse though. He could have called it “vegan leather.”

    • @esousa486
      @esousa486 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@awkwardly.brilliant lolol 😁

  • @ke4755
    @ke4755 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It would be great if half the van companies could get Beast Mode utility without the Gucci?

  • @janicericciuti9035
    @janicericciuti9035 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The I Man

  • @cww4888
    @cww4888 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    😢 I don’t think it’s so great. You can’t even stand up inside of it. You’ve been over. That would get old like real quick. Be OK I suppose if you’re only 5 foot tall.

  • @G.oogleIsCensorship
    @G.oogleIsCensorship 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    TOO MUCH HOOKIN UP

  • @cherrygaisford9810
    @cherrygaisford9810 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That is a lot of work to take a shower. Nice build though

  • @jimandsunshinethesherwoods8827
    @jimandsunshinethesherwoods8827 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Why do you yell at a microphone?

  • @thatsme47
    @thatsme47 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hello Daddy 😂😂😂😂😂😂