SELF CONVERTED 136 INCH RAM PROMASTER 1500 HIGH ROOF DIY BUILD FOR FULL TIME VAN LIFE!!! VAN TOUR!

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  • Here is a look into my self converted Ram Promaster!!
    Super simple design and build made for full time van living!
    Hope you enjoy!
    Please like, comment and subscribe!!!!
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ความคิดเห็น • 372

  • @bagrnut
    @bagrnut ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really like all the products stated for all of us that struggle with finding the resources. Thank you.

  • @Rattlesomecages
    @Rattlesomecages 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great job. I love simple and useful. ..

  • @nowandafter3258
    @nowandafter3258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Man that's one of the best setups I've seen so far, you did an excellent job. 💕🤙🏻

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @FnAVanLife
    @FnAVanLife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    nice work well explained and low the fact that it is all budget friendly and low maintance.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thankyou!! simplicity is key!

  • @bentleymcentire7559
    @bentleymcentire7559 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s very nice. I like how you did it with good materials but at low cost. I just need a potty and it’s a winner.

  • @itsme_d7841
    @itsme_d7841 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the faces on the water tanks.🙂

  • @cwetfeet
    @cwetfeet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm so glad I found this video, it's exactly what I was looking to do with a van.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for checking it out!

  • @TruthQuest4700
    @TruthQuest4700 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This camper van build is the closest I've seen to what I would want for myself.....no unnecessary BS. Well done!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! That's what I was going for!

  • @ladytrader688
    @ladytrader688 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a great van design. Thanks for reminding me that i can start simple. I will probably start shopping Jan 2023

  • @yorotirb3941
    @yorotirb3941 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! You packed a lot of bang for the buck in a small space! Nice!

  • @will3377
    @will3377 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video and thanks for the tour. We are looking into a van build and moving away from the camper trailer. Much appreciated and be safe out there.

  • @proto662
    @proto662 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    How did you secure the cabinets? You should do another video explaining the build process.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Great question! I use toggle bolts to secure the cabinets to the ribbing on the inside of the van

  • @johnmerkel756
    @johnmerkel756 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job, thanks for all the tips!

  • @janadawn68
    @janadawn68 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That’s really nice! Thanks for showing viewers you don’t have to spend a fortune for a beautiful build. Have fun and be safe in your travels 😉

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou!!! Simplicity is key to a build!!

  • @sueforsue1435
    @sueforsue1435 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hi , I found this video by accident! This is amazing. I also have a camper van like yours being conversion in China. Thanks for the video, it gave me a lot of inspiration!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're very welcome!!! Glad I could give some inspiration!!!

  • @msworkinitout
    @msworkinitout ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m already loving it 🤗

  • @bhaktandeva3307
    @bhaktandeva3307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Amazing! That is my favorite van build I've seen after watching a gazillion of them! I really like that it still has the feel of a mobile living space / vehicle rather than just trying to make it look like a conventional house. The rad edge doesn't hurt either : )
    Great camera work & presentation too! Happy trails!

  • @keeiiaann1820
    @keeiiaann1820 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I subbed a couple videos a go. Enjoy your straightforward to the point commentary. With the sprinkling of witty banter. Love. Love Mia

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou very much!!!

  • @danboujoulian4568
    @danboujoulian4568 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is so cool.

  • @sghsstuff
    @sghsstuff ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved it Max. Thanks for sharing.

  • @AnthonySpencer
    @AnthonySpencer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Awesome tour bro. Like the way you back-routed the NOCO 110 plug to be able to double for the solar panel hookup.

  • @chrisshimek7912
    @chrisshimek7912 ปีที่แล้ว

    I dig it!

  • @RamonChicharron
    @RamonChicharron 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks a lot for the video. I love the simple and effective conversion. 👍🏽

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed!!! Thanks!

  • @seantravels
    @seantravels ปีที่แล้ว

    Love how simple everything is!

  • @ThePanops145
    @ThePanops145 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Amazing! I’m sure you learned a lot of what you liked from the first van. Keep these videos coming Max!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So much has been learned!!

  • @karennevin7101
    @karennevin7101 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes!! This is enough! Thank you!!

  • @jscottmerrell
    @jscottmerrell 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how simple it is, easy and practical.

  • @guidojt
    @guidojt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job!

  • @tradmanmike3360
    @tradmanmike3360 ปีที่แล้ว

    AMAZING, SIMPLE BUILD! HAD TO REWATCH!

  • @Vic_farcrynyc
    @Vic_farcrynyc 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great build. Very inspiring.

  • @RealProVanR
    @RealProVanR 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing. Love the cabinets and your design.

  • @sixstrings1063
    @sixstrings1063 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just subbed, I just got a 159" Promaster high roof. I appreciate you showing yours and sharing some tips and experience. I got a pair of the metal window vents, they are great. I agree with your design mentality, simple, effecient, realistic, cost effective. I'll have to watch again and take notes on which tires and goal zero you have. I'll be watching more times as I gradually build mine while I hit the road. Good tour and edit!

  • @bigtruck182
    @bigtruck182 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    cool build simple an great looking

  • @seattleboatguy
    @seattleboatguy ปีที่แล้ว

    A very clever, functional, well done conversion. Looks fantastic.

  • @PeterJames143
    @PeterJames143 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome build thank you

  • @jtcommunication
    @jtcommunication 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome van! thanks

  • @williamgestole4859
    @williamgestole4859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great build and vid. We have the same van on it’s a 2019. We love it. Good luck with you channel.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you thank you!

  • @darrenmerrill6799
    @darrenmerrill6799 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great simple but very effective build!

  • @kat4770
    @kat4770 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great build. Very comfy yet stylish!

  • @HectorRod-wo4jj
    @HectorRod-wo4jj 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Incredible build in a 1500 nice❤

  • @jerrypowell2359
    @jerrypowell2359 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is one of the best K.I.S.S. builds I've seen. Function over form gets the job done, and for those of us who don't have 100K or more to drop on a van, this is a good way to go. Cheers!

  • @TrevorBodogh
    @TrevorBodogh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it. Good inspiration! And I started posting a little closer attention after seeing the flaming tool eye 🙌

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahahah yes!!!! Thankyou!!

  • @callieduval3000
    @callieduval3000 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this build not stressful and too technical with all the wires and batteries easy to operate

  • @nmolinaro62
    @nmolinaro62 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work. Functional, trim, clean. Wayda go.

  • @Thehonestruth
    @Thehonestruth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great van and video. Best of luck in your travels, have lots of fun!

  • @Racatacataca
    @Racatacataca 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, great job! Thank you for sharing.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @jameslamb7300
    @jameslamb7300 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice Van! Great Choice for off road tires. I like the Cabinet idea, simple and effective.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks I'm glad you enjoy!

  • @annecaulder9495
    @annecaulder9495 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Keep it simple, sweetie! I also bought a single burner camp stove because I don’t like the idea of a built in for such a small space, this is far more flexible, and I’m not a huge cook anyway. I like it! 🚐🐶❤️

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou!!! Simplicity is key!!

  • @markbunker5934
    @markbunker5934 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice build. Clean, simple, inexpensive.

  • @Layla-yr5ef
    @Layla-yr5ef 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great build.

  • @kevtz83
    @kevtz83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is great. I've had similar ideas for a van build and it's nice to see someone else that has actually done it. You can save a lot of space and money by doing basic noco shore power/battery pack electrical set up and still have most of the amenities of more expensive builds.

  • @RobertSmith-kf2eg
    @RobertSmith-kf2eg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very simple and beautiful great happy to see how you did 👍🏻

  • @MariafromthePhilippineIslands
    @MariafromthePhilippineIslands 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the cozy build i saw. 🤩🤩 So organized and functional!! 👌👌

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou! I love it!

  • @nickstair2802
    @nickstair2802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the best realistic build I've seen, thanks for the great vid! Just got a 2017 Promaster and will for sure refer to this frequently for inspiration!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!!! Feel free to message me on Instagram with any questions!

  • @chasingthesunshine9577
    @chasingthesunshine9577 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice and simple build..love it

  • @gavinjanas3074
    @gavinjanas3074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video!!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching and sharing!!!

  • @ClarityOffGrid
    @ClarityOffGrid 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for checking out our van build.
    Love your build - sweet and simple. Good job!
    I like to see more about your laptop cubby and how it works. Looks like an awesome idea!
    You can check out our entire van build series and our travels @Clarity Off-Grid.
    Happy travels.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you! That's one of my favorite features in my van! 😂😂 At some point I'll go more in-depth on a couple of the build features!!

  • @AnnieGill7
    @AnnieGill7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have your self a wonderful little home! Nicely done! Looks professional. Live it!!

  • @Anna-wo8ft
    @Anna-wo8ft 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, Keep going

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Will do! Thanks for watching!

  • @CalebShaw-fk7xm
    @CalebShaw-fk7xm 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very pragmatic build. I like your approach, keeping things simple. Hope you get some nice solar panels on that roof one day.

  • @tuneuptony3679
    @tuneuptony3679 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome diy build, simple with bare essentials. Love it. Good luck on your adventures.

  • @alcozome
    @alcozome 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    KEEP ON GOING-------NICE JOB!

  • @DanyRivard
    @DanyRivard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very clever design!

  • @rseymour1295
    @rseymour1295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, easy to understand, and you're a great communicator! I love the van, it's perfect.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou!! I'm glad you enjoyed! Simplicity is key!

    • @rseymour1295
      @rseymour1295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MaxwellHand Maxwell, I wanted to ask about insurance. Has it been easy to get insurance? My provider sort of "poo-poohed" the idea of me converting a van, saying it needed to be "professionally done" and hinted that my rate might be high if we did it ourselves. Do you have any thoughts on this? Thank you so much.

  • @jjanson50
    @jjanson50 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Focused simplicity - way to go! The store-bought cabinets are a super solution. Goal Zero makes the power set up straightforward. I love your plan and execution.

  • @maurashannon4797
    @maurashannon4797 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a nice build. I love the fact that it was stock cabinetry. Makes it easy.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very easy! Thankyou!

  • @lawsonmadden4635
    @lawsonmadden4635 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an excellent job you have done!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much!

  • @cathykiernan7780
    @cathykiernan7780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm just starting my Van build. I could not agree with you more about how easy it is to go crazy with a conversion. Your Van is amazing & comfy looking. Will definitely follow your lead!!! Thank you

  • @DLL1970
    @DLL1970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is very similar to my planned build. Nice job!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks I'm glad you like it! Feel free to ask any questions when you're in your build process!!

  • @lisahall7893
    @lisahall7893 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome van .

  • @cathietonkin5577
    @cathietonkin5577 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for posting this video. I’m getting my van late spring early summer. Going to hire out the electrical but this shows you can buy ‘off the rack’ so to speak cupboards! Really like your electrical set up and with a heater too??? Wow!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thankyou!!! super simple set up!!!!

  • @barbjonesmn
    @barbjonesmn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job on your build! Thanks for sharing. 👍

  • @Mark-ks5tc
    @Mark-ks5tc 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Perfect. Everything you need, nothing you don't! I'm Def going to get a promaster for the sideways bed capability! Thanks.

  • @curly7484
    @curly7484 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the build.Simple and effective and finally a van powered by a plug and play solar system.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!! And yes when I was in the market for the goal zero it was really hard to find people who had them fully powering their van

  • @kingrafferty
    @kingrafferty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great van. Thanks.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!!!

  • @pedrosport
    @pedrosport 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great van, amazing work!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much I appreciate it!

  • @ivetteromanroberto
    @ivetteromanroberto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cute. Nice use of space.

  • @JohnC-24
    @JohnC-24 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome build man.

  • @soniakolesar4921
    @soniakolesar4921 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome job buddy I’m inspired.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @isaacmathewsmusic
    @isaacmathewsmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brother this is the best and most straight to the point van build video I have found! This should have a billion views. Keep this videos simple and great just like this. I'm a touring musician and plan to use this same van to tour in. You have no idea how much information you gave me I didn't know I needed! Safe travels man!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well thank you I really appreciate that! I'm definitely trying to keep my style of videos as simple as possible!!!!!

  • @kirkallgayer1643
    @kirkallgayer1643 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well put together

  • @bgjr2304
    @bgjr2304 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    EXCELLENT VIDEO, AMAZING VAN BUILD. YOU HAVE INSPIRED ME TO DO THE SAME WITH MY VAN.
    THANK YOU INFINITELY

  • @phthisics
    @phthisics 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm 6'1" and change so I understand needing a Promaster High Roof. Ours is a Carado Axion built on the exact same Promaster as yours. It's fancier but it cost $70K even with a discount. More systems integration but also more expensive to maintain. Yours gets the job done so economically--impressive. I didn't know about the fuel tap on the gas tank.

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thankyou!!! The higher end conversions do have their place and are very nice but I knew I just needed the bare minimum to get by!!

  • @reagan4583
    @reagan4583 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice!

  • @jow2370
    @jow2370 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did a great job building the van. Good Luck in all your adventures on the road.

  • @robinhunter6062
    @robinhunter6062 ปีที่แล้ว

    I. Love. THIS! I want a 136, cuz smaller to maneuver and park and stealth. But after years of watching van builds it is REAL easy to get overwhelmed with how much all this will cost. Grab the cabinettes from home depot and ya good to go! I like the small kitchen so you can fit in that extra seat...that solves a design challenge i was stuck on. I'm a girl who has lived off grid for 6 years in various RV sizes. I gotta have a shower and toilet. But after seeing this, i have an idea. Thanks for putting this vid together, really helpful to show ya don't have to break the bank to have a nice van build.

  • @greenjeannes
    @greenjeannes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Besides a great build, great narration. Not once did I hear any filler words (I.e. basically, actually, etc.). That is an amazing feat!! You should give classes on how to do that. It’s a real skill set.

  • @luvnotvideos
    @luvnotvideos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for sharing the tour of your van!
    I'm slowly but surly converting my own van and am happy to see someone with the same model. It's nice to see someone place their heater in the back instead of under the passenger seat like everyone seems to do. I just bought one and am trying to figure out where I want to install it - considered both but wasn't sure the back would work because of the spare tire. Good to know it does, in fact, work there :) I'm also grateful for the tire recommendation! I've been considering upgrading in prep for winter weather here in the east, as well as for next year's trip out west. Good to know there's an inexpensive tire that is better than the van OEM.
    Hope your journey is safe, but ultimately FUN!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou! I'm glad you got a lot of info from my van!!! I definitely recommend these tires!!

    • @jscottmerrell
      @jscottmerrell 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      just watched this video,does that heater just run off of regular gasoline

  • @cre8myreality216
    @cre8myreality216 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly Beautiful and looks really affortable to do. Great job 😉

  • @jackmatthews6440
    @jackmatthews6440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great work bro, really enjoyed that. Quality layout 👍🏻

  • @southbayproducts5371
    @southbayproducts5371 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job nice how you enjoy Gods gift say hi to your dog how lucky we are to have them. Cheer's

  • @Kralphrn
    @Kralphrn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job

  • @jaredj631
    @jaredj631 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job. Simple build people are flexing these crazy hundred K builds makes no sense. This is an awesome build out. Unfortunately mine will be full of shelves and tools lol hopefully I will make 100 K a year with mine

  • @TSnowy23
    @TSnowy23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Interesting battery setup. I'm thinking of similar setup but I'd try to put in a shower with a suitcase toilet thingy and hook that to an exhaust fan. BTW cute doggy, he looks like JennaMarble's dog Kermit ☺

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's a great idea! Thanks!!!!!

  • @manvanross
    @manvanross 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So much like my Van build. I’m not finished yet but I hope to have an unveiling video soon. Love the van!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thankyou!!! Good luck finishing up your build!

  • @gjonesii
    @gjonesii 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job on a beautiful build. Have fun out there.

  • @ruthiepalmer5943
    @ruthiepalmer5943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video👍🏻

  • @robertwoods2505
    @robertwoods2505 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome build dude!

    • @MaxwellHand
      @MaxwellHand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm glad you like it

  • @JerseyStyle7
    @JerseyStyle7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just ordered one👍😎 Subscribed and following

  • @4yellowwolf
    @4yellowwolf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job 👍🏼