His Modified 1985 VW Camper Van Has A Skylight, Shower & Tons Of Clever Mods For Full Time Vanlife

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  • @yveeriksson6676
    @yveeriksson6676 4 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Very beautiful on the outside and practical on the inside. Good job!

    • @zelda401
      @zelda401 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi nice designing and use of space. I had a vanagon westfalia 84 I sold it to buy a vanagon Riviera pop-top 84 turbo diesel 4 spd. Happy trails to you safe travelling.

    • @AlexsTheCat
      @AlexsTheCat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its VW T3

  • @AnthonyTristramMoore
    @AnthonyTristramMoore 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    This van is probably the closest to what I'd like, and it's got so many great solutions I wouldn't have thought about... Love it.

  • @pompom7x728
    @pompom7x728 4 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    A very decent young man in a very cleverly configured small van indeed 🚌🇫🇷🇨🇭🌺😊

    • @susanmathis1682
      @susanmathis1682 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Best comment 💫✨🌟⭐️💫🌟✨

    • @allenschmitz9644
      @allenschmitz9644 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@susanmathis1682 A Vanogon in 2020 is a rich persons toy.

    • @axandio
      @axandio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@allenschmitz9644 Yes they seem so awesome but for a 30-40 yr old vehicle they are asking 25K. Definitely not for someone struggling to get out of debt like most of us. :D

  • @shanedennis1136
    @shanedennis1136 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I live in a 170 sprinter. I have two 60lb dogs so the room is very nice. But honestly if you're by yourself or with a partner this is alllll you need. I love these Van's. Great build dude

  • @colleenkaralee2280
    @colleenkaralee2280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The huge central skylight that allows you to stand up is an inspiration, thank you.

  • @aishayana4298
    @aishayana4298 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your 85. You did a great job, very impressive and I like it a lot. I have a 85 weekender with a big valve 2.1. That I built from scratch. Gives me all the power I need to climb all roads in the mountains of Vermont. I’m 65 and I’ll never give it up.

  • @susanmathis1682
    @susanmathis1682 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    The sky light sunroof!!! ⭐️✨💫🌟⭐️💫⭐️⭐️✨⭐️🌟💫✨⭐️🌟✨

  • @jzt999
    @jzt999 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    So great, I watched 3 times already. The bungee cord and netting are beautifully done, and so practical. And it looks like a boutique hotel room when the bed is made up. WOW!

  • @johnehrhardt02
    @johnehrhardt02 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Safe idea in the front was pretty cool, might try that myself. Set a movable center console ontop of it and you're golden. Nice job

  • @margiepeary8003
    @margiepeary8003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Brilliant use of space! Wishing you and Jozette many happy years on the road:)

    • @allenschmitz9644
      @allenschmitz9644 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      A life of break downs on all the sides of every road,

  • @raraavis7782
    @raraavis7782 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Neat. I really enjoy seeing these smaller, more utilitarian builds. Like the idea of a large stainless steel water tank!

  • @brendaswann7292
    @brendaswann7292 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You did so much justice to Josette. Bless you for embracing her era. Travel well, travel safe, travel far. I love your attitude and your build.

  • @season.appreciation8102
    @season.appreciation8102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is a lovely van. Holding on to its roots whilst utilising modern conveniences. Unique and beautiful. Thank you for sharing 💕

  • @dinnaesparza130
    @dinnaesparza130 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow!!! una de las mejores conversiones de Van que he visto!!! me encantóooo!! el techo es hermoso, ¡¡como para cocinar viendo las estrellas!!, el problema sería cuando hay mucho sol o está lloviendo pues tendrías que cocinar agachado, pero bieeeeen, la verdad es que está super lindo, muy funcional, muy buen diseño y sobre todo muy practico todo, cada espacio está super bien aprovechado!!!
    Saludos desde Ciudad de México!

  • @Kayte...
    @Kayte... 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice build out! Simple and practical. The rug is gorgeous! I have a ukulele hula dancer on my dash too. She's to remind me I'm on vacation and stay happy.

  • @SuzyYen82
    @SuzyYen82 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a cozy and beautiful van. It's very homey and I could see myself living in it. 😊

  • @dheard1014
    @dheard1014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have never seen that floor pattern! I love it. My next move is to insulate and lay down my floor and I am going to look high and low to find this vinyl!!! It’s a great van so full of character! Thank you for sharing ❣️❣️❣️

  • @1952mrpdc
    @1952mrpdc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am afraid to say that I love this video. Love the VW van. Its absolutely gorgeous. Very practical. Wish I had one. PC. 23. 02. 2020.

  • @angellosmalefakis1321
    @angellosmalefakis1321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is by far the best of the best VW van conversion. Now I want to have this for sure. It has everything!

  • @mysteriousnotsoseriousdeb
    @mysteriousnotsoseriousdeb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Beautiful rig! You can tell he's put a lot of thought into the details. I, too, love the stainless steel water tank. Saw that on another vid and I'm definitely going to go that way with my build.

    • @michellebyrom6551
      @michellebyrom6551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It probably helps to heat the van as a small space. Personally I would hide its glorious shine under a bespoke (selfmade) insulation jacket to conserve energy in cooler places.
      Nicely done and totally liveable in remote places.

  • @littlemisssunshine2931
    @littlemisssunshine2931 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the colour change. Pure sunshine. Yellow always cheers me up and makes me smile. It's also the colour of car you are least likely to have an accident in so good luck on your travels. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Take_a_breath208
    @Take_a_breath208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome! Growth happens outside of your comfort zone. I wish you safe and fun adventures!

  • @robincrook5630
    @robincrook5630 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Absolutely stunning! The yellow is awesome, great job.

  • @flowersmile123
    @flowersmile123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy yellow van, hula girl on the dashboard, this van can be a fun piece to a movie. He did great with the small space. And route yourself where you are inspired and happy - anywhere it may be...live.

  • @soup.p
    @soup.p ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice build, I like it! Especially the skylight, pretty cool! 😃

  • @dawnrobarts7749
    @dawnrobarts7749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love your build! Seems so very homey, classy, and comfortable!!! Well done sir!

  • @teresaweber5182
    @teresaweber5182 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Very nice! I love those Volkswagon vans. I'm so happy to see this restored even better. Taller

  • @carolhewett3756
    @carolhewett3756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is a wonderful buildout. It must have taken alot of courage to cut that huge hole into the roof.

  • @JamesMeparishvili
    @JamesMeparishvili 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best camper van so far ! Very good job 🤙🔥💯

  • @MariaGomes-rh3qk
    @MariaGomes-rh3qk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beaucoup de bonnes idée et beaucoup Beaucoup beaucoup de travail cela donne un résultat magnifique , j'adore Josette , félicitations c'est très joli , pratique ,simple et chaleureux.

  • @CharlieBrown-pb9xn
    @CharlieBrown-pb9xn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Was the coolest ride in town in one with my parents 34 years ago. Ours was blue. This guys is much better. Our 84gti wasnt bsing.

  • @Kitpu917
    @Kitpu917 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love everything that you did with your vanagon it’s cozy and so beautiful inside and out. Love yellow it’s such a happy color. I have a 1985 vanagon beige westfalia the longest trip I took was to kings canyon and back to SD. I didn’t want to return. You gave me a lot of ideas about storage, water tank, your stove etc everything you did is so amazing. Ty for sharing enjoy Canada and living the nomadic lifestyle in your beautiful classic van that you personalized. That open roof and rack too 👍🏻☮️

  • @maggycotherman2314
    @maggycotherman2314 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh, love the yellow. Fabulous!

  • @ganzw-erde-n4784
    @ganzw-erde-n4784 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow the bed construction ist VERY nice! Love to know how it works and to build it.😃👍👍

  • @alanabelch672
    @alanabelch672 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Route yourself wherever you feel comfortable and make a home, you can always travel whenever you want but you will find comfort in calling some place home, or then again your van could be home. Enjoyed the video

  • @Nana-by4ls
    @Nana-by4ls 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you, amazing. It looks like Janelle Eliana's van. It was exciting to see how efficiently this van of mobile home is put together.

  • @stevezytveld6585
    @stevezytveld6585 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Out-Stand-Ing.
    I bow. Really. That's... that's the best update and fix of a classic van that I think I've come across so far. Well done.
    - Cathy, Ottawa/Bytown (yeah, I've run-off with the husbands YT account because I can't be arsed to set-up my own).

    • @BenjaminQuesnel
      @BenjaminQuesnel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I really appreciate it, thank you!

  • @THX-C
    @THX-C 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jozette looks amazing! Nice work, especially that yellow!

  • @clarkclarke
    @clarkclarke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful ....just beautiful ...and he is so neat..love that ..

  • @vwaudiwelder
    @vwaudiwelder 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    GORGEOUS MACHINE!!! If only I had the talent, skill or courage to film, create and edit such videos FOR ALL OF MY FLEET. I will likely get started on my 1985 EEYORE this June being propelled by either a 12v VR6T or a snarling 280 hp 3.6 TSI VR6.

  • @feeenchantee3249
    @feeenchantee3249 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow!! Great set up! Love your yellow house!!

  • @realalecclarke
    @realalecclarke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love the look!

  • @kittycat4740
    @kittycat4740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    When they panned the deck I was like wow that looks nice and comfy and then I see him sit in what seems to be the most uncomfortable position to sit for a long time 😂😭 lmfao but still I love it all and that skylight! Gorgeous

    • @keeledover4218
      @keeledover4218 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes for sure i will be making my bus with more inside room less cabinets and a wrap around seating
      make the whole inside a bed 😆

  • @KirtFitzpatrick
    @KirtFitzpatrick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome build. Your nifty laptop stand gave me an idea that solves a separate design problem I've been stumped on for years. And I'm definitely going to pick up some of those Mr. Zog's air fresheners. Thanks for the tour!

    • @KirtFitzpatrick
      @KirtFitzpatrick 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which Mr. Zogs scent is your favorite?

  • @lass-inangeles7564
    @lass-inangeles7564 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Incroyable! Elle est tres belle, ta voiture, Ben! Well done! Skylight is very smart. I love the yellow color my favorite. Wishing you bon voyage!
    Chris - video quality was excellent in every way! Thank you for a great tour and no music while he was talking. The intro music could be improved. Try some classical stuff.

  • @peggychapman7835
    @peggychapman7835 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congratulations on your adventures love your design Many blessings to you stay safe

  • @mmll7012
    @mmll7012 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Extraordinary people do extraordinary things. Your attention to the design and details sure paid off. Love the large roof sunroof. Wondering if this is feasible on the pop-up top version like mine. Also, the safe is a must to have like you say.

  • @Limitless9nyneEnt
    @Limitless9nyneEnt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very creative space, this is really unique

  • @thememorytraveler4978
    @thememorytraveler4978 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Outstanding! I love your creativity and functionality of your design.

  • @mamakalami
    @mamakalami 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love, love, he thought of everything

  • @robertmuckle2985
    @robertmuckle2985 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    He's had 4 people on that deck??? YIKES!!😳🤣
    Very nice build...one of a kind for sure👍

  • @elmokoschannel3509
    @elmokoschannel3509 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the campervan design is simple, quite practical and functional. from a small van can be seen maximally in utilizing panels as needed. doesn't look glamorous, but it does look epic. so i like this and so inspired 👍

  • @genevievegill7827
    @genevievegill7827 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You have done an awesome job!!!!

  • @lenadempsey6910
    @lenadempsey6910 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like it. Very cool and retro

  • @jodyalison
    @jodyalison 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These are so cool to me!

  • @itsmecandi9951
    @itsmecandi9951 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is so awesome! I have been watching a lot of these videos and yours is one of the best by far! Love it!

  • @WolfgangWilbois
    @WolfgangWilbois 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great conversion and this was a fantastic job! This Bus is really 😎

  • @user-iw4oy7yk1j
    @user-iw4oy7yk1j 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's an awesome VW camper van man I love that man you need an awesome job😊😊😊

  • @josejr.canillas7704
    @josejr.canillas7704 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video, nice modified 1985 vw full time vanlife. I love it. I enjoy watching.

  • @user-px6ji5sl5b
    @user-px6ji5sl5b 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool van - nice set up. Enjoy
    travelling it for many years.
    Love the shower.

  • @bethnolastname
    @bethnolastname 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good for you! Keep going! I wish you the best.

  • @jenniferlavoie2548
    @jenniferlavoie2548 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love the color!!

  • @cathietonkin5577
    @cathietonkin5577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Totally awesome!!!!

  • @TheSolidMidgetOfficial
    @TheSolidMidgetOfficial 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My mate just recently got a Kombi. Just 2 days ago he installed wooden floorboards. And in August it'll be road-ready.

  • @ediekoller1144
    @ediekoller1144 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job of renovation.

  • @phone-company
    @phone-company 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I realy like that Van. Well done

  • @spiritflower6640
    @spiritflower6640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very cool :) thank you! Happy trails!

  • @riomaririoma2167
    @riomaririoma2167 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Solar energy, biodiesel, rainwater underfloor tanks, perfect story 🤗

  • @shawnal3027
    @shawnal3027 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that he opened up the inside and covered the outside :D

  • @Joker52186
    @Joker52186 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing van don't listen to them haters it's your van the color is up to you

  • @joylean1225
    @joylean1225 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the van, both external and internal. Very spacious and we'll organised. Love it

  • @georgiacorey954
    @georgiacorey954 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really cool build

  • @rosabivins2558
    @rosabivins2558 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just gorgeous.. thanks for sharing 🤗

  • @rdwn_ridwan
    @rdwn_ridwan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Into the wild

  • @fancysfolly554
    @fancysfolly554 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful van...it’s very unique and efficient!

  • @wphythian
    @wphythian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very beautiful

  • @stusasser5947
    @stusasser5947 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a 73 microbus conversion van in Athens Georgia USA, I loved riding around in it.

  • @trenchcoatbandit
    @trenchcoatbandit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    the 4 dislikes are jealous that they dont have a cute little van like that

    • @vibecat4899
      @vibecat4899 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No, they’re looking for a SKYLIGHT as in the VIDEO TITLE which this van DOES NOT HAVE.
      #clickbait

    • @sydneysammons7227
      @sydneysammons7227 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      utube user What are you talking about?? There’s a huge skylight.

    • @CheapWannabe
      @CheapWannabe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sydneysammons7227 He might've meant that it's not mentioned. And he's right, I'm working on 2 vanagons right now and looking at roof options and found this. Watched whole video to find not a mention on skylight. I assume it was a pop top or something, and from his IG seems like he rescued a bad shape van. That said I've seen enough nice vans videos. I specifically came to learn about what and how this roof works, and how it doesn't leak etc etc. So as far as I'm concerned it's clickbait and wasting time.

    • @madhumitaraut
      @madhumitaraut 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😆

    • @AlexsTheCat
      @AlexsTheCat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Its VW T3 .....

  • @ecostudio1044
    @ecostudio1044 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Cool guy and wonderful van that is "just enough". Great ending to my day :)

  • @kevindrane2919
    @kevindrane2919 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this. Thanks for sharing.

  • @TrefyJot
    @TrefyJot 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a wonderful construction in such a small space. I am in awe! Well done, Ben 👍🏼

  • @Sparose3
    @Sparose3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice build, good job!👍🏻

  • @glyndamillnerphillips539
    @glyndamillnerphillips539 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow he was less than 40 min from where I live. We are close to Auburn CA. Nice Van

  • @reneadees1599
    @reneadees1599 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the monitor stand table idea

  • @Blue-rf3rc
    @Blue-rf3rc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love it. Its simple but so nice n tidy. And its True, the color makes me SmiLe. Good job bro! 😍👍😊

  • @1TrumpVoter
    @1TrumpVoter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice.
    Enjoy ✌

  • @biankabooth9891
    @biankabooth9891 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice, mine is an old banger but have put a shower in it.

  • @edinburghtumuran916
    @edinburghtumuran916 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome, We have our VW Camper van too!

  • @kevinkeller1046
    @kevinkeller1046 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, I hope he's exaggerating that people have a problem with what he's done to it. That paint job is gorgeous, and he even put an original wasserboxer engine in it. Anybody thumbing their nose at that would absolutely cry if they saw what I'm doing to my 99% rust-free syncro - which is exactly why I'm waiting to make/share videos about it :P

  • @susanmathis1682
    @susanmathis1682 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant!!! Dish washing idea!!!

  • @marjiecleveland
    @marjiecleveland 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful!

  • @judyjudyjudy9593
    @judyjudyjudy9593 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great design & other changes!!!! Love the "French" accent (& name Jozette) Hugs, Judie

    • @eyeballll
      @eyeballll 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you only knew how stupid you sounded!

    • @judyjudyjudy9593
      @judyjudyjudy9593 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eyeballll So it is true what I have heard about the French & their attitude toward the USA people...why do you bother to live here in the USA or show your stuff on our TV? A totally innocent comment & no harm meant & you have this to say to me. If this is a highlighted reply than the guy making the video feels the same way! Why don't you take your French shit then & get out of the US? I can promise you this will be the LAST time I look at anything French & think it is pretty or nice...I have heard about this attitude from the French for a long time, now I know it is true. From now on I will be revolted by anything FRENCH! Why don't you highlight this reply too?

    • @judyjudyjudy9593
      @judyjudyjudy9593 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@eyeballll I have heard that the French are discussted by the US people so I am wondering why we have to put up with you! This was a totally innocent comment & I meant no harm. I am 76 years old and am unsubscribing this channel...don't bother to tell me "good riddance", I already get it!

    • @alanbstard4
      @alanbstard4 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@judyjudyjudy9593 I don't think " eyeball is a Frenchman

    • @judyjudyjudy9593
      @judyjudyjudy9593 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alanbstard4 ...you don't? Why do you think that? Not that it matters. What ever, it was an uncalled for thing to say. Like I said, I unsubscribed because apparently "Tiny Home Tours" agreed. But yet the comment from Yve Eriksson got pinned by "Tiny Home Tours". The comment by Yve Eriksson was pretty much the same thing I said. I have always loved the French Accent & had never heard the name Josette before. I just enjoyed the video & wanted to write a comment. No harm meant, just making a comment!

  • @gopubharathkumarreddy4612
    @gopubharathkumarreddy4612 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your camper home is super

  • @kathypersall5439
    @kathypersall5439 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful Van, love it!!!

  • @CallunaTrip
    @CallunaTrip 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video. Cheers from Poland.

  • @DriftingHouse
    @DriftingHouse 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ahhh we love Jozette!

  • @juliebryan2549
    @juliebryan2549 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job dude

  • @fatherhoodrussia217
    @fatherhoodrussia217 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work! I found some intresting ideas! Thank you!

  • @mr.forbes7300
    @mr.forbes7300 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought a T2.
    Will be taking a lot of inspirations from this one.
    Tell me more about the swivel chair please.

  • @kiptaylor3567
    @kiptaylor3567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    "how to survive in the wild"
    "How to do nothing"
    Lmaooo the books summarizing this man XD