Fully Converted Chevy Minivan for Living the Dream - Van Tour
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ต.ค. 2024
- I've been living in this minivan since September 2018 and I think it's FINALLY dialled in. Time for one last tour video!
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Probably the best Van life TH-camr. He does more with less than anyone I've seen and funny too. Well done Sir.
Plus, he pronounces all of the things correctly.
Agreed
Agreed. All the #vanlife types who spend thousands on a van that they only use for a week at a time would probably be more comfortable spending their money on hotels and fine dining! This guy is the real deal.
Agreed.
@@nagualdesign vancity vanlife is a good one too
I'm the type of guy who sees limitations and gets frustrated at why I can't make things work.
But you're the kind of guy who sees limitations and says why not. Sees problems and find solutions. Minivan? Why not. Moisture ? Roof vent . Random people left a grill behind? Whip out the angle grinder and do a restoration lol
Thanks for bringing us along
hotel? trivago
Is it their slogan? Oh man ...
necessity is the mother of invention
Best van lifer on TH-cam by far. He shows raw van life and does not glorify it, and makes it seem attainable for average people
Dude the fact that you taught yourself (and executed) the carpentry and electrical needed for this is actually mind boggling. I wouldn’t have a single clue on where to start if I was in your shoes.
Much love!
Who ever captures your heart is going to be the luckiest person in the world because you are what I would call Quality , you are clever not materialistic you have great respect for the wilderness and your cooking skills are excellent. That is All 😊
Agreed!
Mgtow
Briffaults law
Hypergamy
Ester Vilas book..The manipulated man pdf
As a woman I agree!
@@jquest43 Enjoy your incel dream, friend
Not materialistic but tech savvy at the same time is amazing!
You should get a sponsorship from Chevy. It's pretty impressive that this van has been able to drive all over Canada during the winter without too many problems.
#Chevrolet
#ChevyVan
#LikeARock
Ikr? Esp. With all the bad rep chevy has been getting nowadays
Minsang1st no bad reputation here in Michigan, my Toyota friends truck is always in the shop! I've got a 2000 GMC, 2017 4500 Chevy, 2019 GMC 2500 Savana van, they have all been great vehicles. My GMC 2500 Savana van has the new Duramax I'm getting 25 mpg city and highway no difference!
I do not think Chevy wants to convince people you do not need a 4wd monstertruck to drive all over Canada and an iceroad. That's why I love Forestry's video's, he is showing you can just do it in a 2wd minivan!
Agreed! The fact that he did the Dempster Highway in it with all season tires is mind boggling! People with big trucks and winter studded tires avoid that road in winter! 😆
Came for microvan conversions, stayed for comfy hiking and delicious looking food. Love your channel, Foresty. Keep living your life.
Watching this in 2024 .. love to see how far you've come! Love your videos and love Rocko!
Nah you never skip ahead of a forestry forest video!!
That's what I thought when he said that! I thought, nope, I'm listening to every second!
@@JackeeCat I have even watched this one 3 times
I admire you for having no carpentry or electrical skills as you said..And doing this quality organized build..Nice setup..Thank you for the video..Have a blessed day..
"Front seat's missing, there's a bike there. Somethin' is goin' on." Honestly I'm not going to think that. A security guard might, but the average Joe won't even notice.
I think many of us who watch van life videos, or have lived in similar fashion, keep an eye out for live-aboards in parking lots. I spent 4 years living out of a pickup camper sleeping in parking lots and I'm quick to notice signs of habitation.
I live in SW Arizona. Hundreds of thousands of snowbirds drive down for the winter. Always love keeping an eye out for people living in their vehicles!
I've been living out of my minivan in Sydney, Australia, and it's surprising how much the average joe doesn't seem to notice. last security guard that knocked on my window was during a storm, to see if I was ok. I was wrapped up warm in bed I felt sorry for the guy!
i'd be thinking, hey that person bikes, then keep walking by lol
Yeah but a thief would
Nobody is doing more with less than this guy. Cool to see a guy take a few grand and make a capable van. Would love to see what this guy could do with the budget of some of the other van-posers on TH-cam
Visit his patron :)
@Edi000 I'm sorry it was meant as a joke. I took it that way. I guess if you are a hater you would take it that way..
Edi000 Posers as in they own a house and was just trying out van life for views
@@godsu I mean, I own a house, but I can't very well drive it through the mountains or stealth park it at Walmart!
@@gottesma perhaps on the back of a very big truck?
The king of vanlifers.
I completely agree. They guy climbs mountains and comes back to exquisitely cooked gourmet meals. All on a strict budget. I am in awe. He could do videos on planning and execution of those plans. On learned values of discipline and working through the issues.
@@andytaylor1588 Hail to the king, baby. 😀
Very well done for someone without carpentry and electrical experience.
The infrastructure of the van is complex, resourceful, creative and it does it's job. It is practically an extension of Foresty's mind.
"My rear end..is my tool shed"..I won't be wearing that t-shirt..😆
LMFAO. When he said that, I was like I don't think that means what you think it means
I'll buy that for my GF.....My Friends will be jealous that I store my tool in that rear end. ;)
Ok you won the internet today and your prize is a slow cooked meal from forestry forest.
That is PURE GENIUS...rock on.
That was interesting. No one in the parking lot was aware that there was a talking crock pot in your van.😉
😂
Lol
I can't wait to see his next van build. He's going to know everything from experience and it's going to be amazing.
How could anything beat this stealth space habitat module though?
@@12233445566abc I'm hoping he can get away with looking like a contractor if he gets a cargo van next.
Ross Fox I think his current stealth mini-van cum space habitation module where the inside is magically bigger than the outside like some kind of space warping UFO is the coolest. You want him to trade that for something less spectacular?
@@12233445566abc yes
@@12233445566abc I'm confused his what van??
The place looks a mansion inside when you compare that to looking at it from the outside!
Best content in the game right now.
Seriously dude, your drone shots up in the mountains are cooler than stuff you see on National Geographic. I watch every single one of your videos as soon as you post it. Wishing you all the success in the world!
After a day of work and finally relaxed in bed, nothing better than to see a new Foresty video. Thank you sir you inspire me :)
If we all pitch just a little, we can help this wonderful man get an upgrade height wise so he can stand at home! He's made this van pretty much the best to it's capabilities however he deserves a hiking transit build!
Man, this thing really IS a spaceship. Congratulations, this tiny machine can keep you alive, warm and fed for long periods of time. Truly an inspiration! :)
@@mikejensen4238 It would work worse, as the subcontractors would lie about the safety of their inputs. It would be far too dangerous to even approach.
Vege wraps to slow cooked meals. Living the dream.
I've converted 3 vans and renovated a boat and watched a massive amount of van conversion videos and this is by far the most impressive conversion I've seen - the use of space on such a low budget is awesome. Well done to you.
If I tried to do half the stuff you've done here I would die in a car fire.
I'll continue to live vicariously through your videos lol.
That's a awesome set up dude.. All the comforts u need in that space with a bed and etc. and no mortgage!! Well done on living the life the best way to live 👍👍
Hi Foresty, I've been a patreon supporter since the early days which doesn't say much because of how fast this has grown in a year but I have to say: You are so inspiring to so many people watching these videos you make. You do so much with so little footprint it amazes everyone. I love watching these videos and watching you succeed in your adventures and it helps me forget about how trapped in life you can feel sometimes but it doesn't have to be that way. Thank you for doing what you do and I truly do appreciate the work you do.
Thank you, appreciate the support. Glad these videos are making a difference. Hope you're doing well!
2 days in a row, you're spoiling us. You're hands down my favorite TH-camr.
Measure twice, cut once. Took me while to learn that lesson.
You've come a long ways. I hope you save some money and then buy a bigger van. Believe me, it will make your life a lot easier and more comfortable.
His jokes are so subtle, have me confused whether to laugh or keep watching silently.
great van tour! A special, heart-felt thank you for not going over every item in your storage drawers. FF always gets it right!!
I watched a lot of your early videos when you were just starting. Just as I was then, I’m super impressed by your ingenuity and the quality of your work; especially given your limited access to tools/supplies. Keep trucking my friend, love seeing how your channel and the quality of your videos have evolved!
"Lots of stuff crammed into every available spot" -New T-shirt slogan.
I am amazed how efficiently you used every inch of space. great design.
I cannot imagine you had no experience with electrical work as well as you diagnose everything and fix it when it isn’t working right. Very impressive! Thank you for your video. It’s fun to “ride along”!
Another foresty forest video so quickly? Yes! Thanks bro, best wishes!
I think you were an over qualified factory worker. I'm very happy that you found a way too live your life without slaving away in a factory.
As a Brit, I appreciate your dry sense of humour.
Us Commonwealth folk all share that same sort of humour.
This is easily my favorite channel on TH-cam. So cool, so real. No standard TH-camr bullshit. Would love to have a beer with this man.
Love hearing the backstory to all of this man! So happy to see your channel is constantly growing! It's very easy to say you absolutely deserve it! As always, thanks for the great content brother!
Thank you Matty 👍
This is gold. Coming from a person who has lived in a van for years... Nice work!
Honest self build road life. You have a great attitude to life and learning. Your channel is inspiring and informative. You are one of those rare TH-camrs who actually deserve the living they earn and more. Wishing you continued success.
Can’t wait until it gets to -30 degrees C .... love watching those videos the best.
I'm pretty sure my friends and wife are tired of me constantly talking about how your van build is stealth perfection. It's really a top-tier build!
Amazing use of space. One of the best small van builds I've seen.
Nice! Just seeing the wooden structure helps a lot! Looks good!
Very good forest you have come a [long way I'm very impressed with the way you shared your experience and travels with us. Job well done. Always a reliable follower.
Calvin
SO last year I decided to climb mount Whitney . I flew in to San Diego . Finally decided to sleep in my rental SUV . I was so surprised to notice the immense number of ppl sleeping in their cars . I had a hard time finding a spot . Every corner you think of , you’ll find someone beat you to it . I settled for an empty spot near a gym and Walmart . Worked out for couple of nights . But the stealth of it really depends on the vehicle and location . Buts it’s definitely a subculture in California,where I always like spend some nights In my rental . This Man is living the dream :) I wish him all success and safety
I am very happy for you, sir. Being a full-time #vanlife TH-camr sounds lovely.
Can we get a foresty forest calendar? I’m thinking one issue is the van with scenery in the background, one is just nice scenic shots, and the third (premium) is the half naked by the beach one
You are amazing . So courageous and adventurous too. I love seeing you follow your passion. You are very safe too. Stay safe. Take care.
I got nervous for a sec cause the crock pot was not showing up.
Ha! Me too!
Same!
Omg me too. I kept looking for it
I think Foresty has sidelined him because he was stealing the limelight.
ah the Crock Pot ...star of the show! keep the great content coming Forsety!
I really enjoy your videos, you are just being yourself and I find that so refreshing. You started out not having the skills to build your van but you had so much motivation to learn. From the exterior size it is just amazing that you created a home from such a small space, and you create better meals than I do in a large kitchen, lol
Started following after your last van tour popped up in my recommended. Love the videos!
Am I the only one that thinks his van becomes five times bigger when he goes inside? 🤔🤔🤔
That's wide angle camera shot
If he were 190 cm plus high, would look diferent...
I would prefer extended van like grand voyager.
You do realise this is all a green screen yeah?
Jim Bob you can’t be serious
AeroShockHD I wish I was man 😢
That has got to be the best use of available space example I have ever seen. Kudos to you Forest.
Love seeing this old setup of yours, amazing what you were able to incorporate in a small space. Very liveable!
Almost a full year as a fulltime van life youtuber. Hope you raise a glass to that in August. Woo! Party it up FF style :D
Thanks for the van tour. Great refresher for those of us about to start our builds :)
This is - by far - one the best minivan builds I've ever seen. Off the top of my head, I can think of three other minivan builds that rival it in efficiency and ingenuity. Most seem concerned with how "cute" they look and are essentially impractical for real boondocking-style minivanlife. I don't count builds that are gorgeous for the sake of appearances either. As I recently told someone who did a beautiful build, if I'm going to carry extra weight, I would prefer it was in drinking water and food and not unnecessary wood. All of that extra wood helps get you stuck when you're off grid whereas all of that extra drinking water and food will keep you from dying in the event you get stuck. Life is full of choices....;-) Thanks for sharing your wonderful - and practical - minivan build, Simon.
Wtf Look so big Inside? Cant believe watching this. XD
What are you trying to say.
@@adr_iian7733 he's saying the little van looks big inside
DR Who Tardis Van
It's because everything is built to scale based on his physical size, and if you look at him in the front seat of that small minivan, it all comes together. It looks huge because everything is to scale and your brain is saying that bed has to be 6+ feet long like a normal bed and everything is huge, but it's really not. Everything in there is a bit smaller than what it looks like, but because it is all to scale with almost nothing to reference it against, there you are.
Coming back at this again after how many years.. You’ve come a long way Simon.. You’re living your dream of traveling now! (2024)
Just finished your last vid to find out you uploaded another in 10 seconds! My man!
Such an interesting life...living the life you are comfortable living! More power to you! I am not envious in the least...You have done an amazing job building out your house inside of a small van...Looks comfy and its yours!!!
That Diesel heater really is the life and heart of that van Foresty , what an amazing ride the last year bro , it’s amazing how much you have learned bro , it truly is pure freedom man , amazing the journey life is taking for you broski . Keep em coming man , what a wonderful following you have also dude . Rockin that slow Cooker man , keep on rollin man 🤙
The way the bed slides out is ingenious use of the space. You've solved the "Murphy bed or floor bed" dilemma.. .
You truly amaze and inspire me. How about this for a T-Shirt. Picture of your van, above it says "Foresty Forest" and under it says "The Real MacGyver"
What utility!! You've fit so much into such a small space and, man, the ingenuity is astounding. You'd think it's cramped but you manage to make it somehow so capacious!
Nice tour FF! I recall stumbling on your channel about a year ago and really enjoyed watching the evolution of the van as well as your life.. great stuff, and of course things went up a notch or 2 when Crockett joined your crew...(noticed you saved the best for last.. Lol) really enjoy your content!
Thanks Forest!
A great choice for a video. I just love your "Spaceship van".
You've really grown in your time here. I do hope you keep it up. So many entertaining clips from Bigfoot(that one spooked me! Lol) to a frozen wind burned faced Forest battling a snowstorm in a windy blizzard on a mountain(of course..lol).
You are an adventurer Forest! Thank you for sharing the adventure!
Ah, I wondered what you were doing during the last couple days of rain here. The perfect time to do a video on this topic. Your van build in a mini van is pretty thoughtful of the space you had to work with. You are keeping me inspired.
I really appreciate your narration of your build. I've got a million and one questions and I'm sure if I keep looking I will find the answers. Thank you for sharing look forward to seeing more
Forest has the best scenery of any slow cooker channel on TH-cam.
I was just going back over the last few days watching your old van build videos getting a sense of how the Van came together. Perfect timing for this one.
3:58 - "I've been a full-time hashtag van life youtuber since August 2019. I need to start getting some of those half-naked selfies out on the beach." Haha, yes. You understand the essence of what makes a TH-cam van life channel worth watching.
I just bought a GoSun solar cooker and it’s awesome even on cloudy days when it’s in solar mode. I have the fusion which allows you to cook in a 12 volt to their portable battery or car port/ standard AC plug. Most amazing thing is that the cooker while plugged in only draws 160 watts. In the sun I can cook a pork roast cut into thick pieces in 45 minutes. Compliments my Biolite 2 cookers as I can set the solar cooker right away before I set up camp so food is cooking first with the sun while I set up camp for the family. I’m cooking 4 times a week outside at parks and I see quite a few camper vans and they come over to chat about how I cook.
I have a Ford Transit minivan and I'm sorely tempted to have a go. Maybe just weekend trips for now. 😀
Love how that induction burner just slides out like a cutting board. Definitely gonna copy that in my next van build.
You forgot to mention your wheel well ice cream storage!
Clever especialy all the controls and the separation, from living quarter to garage and utilities; for starting with noexperience it's pretty sofisticated. Well done!
Thanks Foresty- Could you do a video one day and explain how you learned to TH-cam? Your success is quite admirable as it appears you have more subscribers than the population of most Canadian Provinces!
I love how you keep living the simple life. I see many van life people try to pack all the luxuries of a home into a van and spend a ton of money. They spend all their time complaining about things not working right or trying to find a place to get it repaired. I love how you keep it simple and that your Crockpot is the ***STAR*** of the show. I hope to cross paths with you sometime in the near future. We are selling the BIG house and moving to a tiny home plus converting the Honda Element to be an E-HOTEL. Keep the videos coming.
Yo ive been looking for a build like this. I love seeing super compact ones that still have comforts.
We literally binch-watched former videos yesterday to get a grip on how your van evolved. And this episode is about a vantour and you mention to binch-watch former episodes... universe is pulling the strings again... 😂👍
Thanks Forrest for living the life we dream of and dont have the guts to actually DO it. 👍💪 All I can wish for is: stay healthy! Oh, and more videos 😋🍻
That’s “binge,” not “binch” ;-)
@@wendyannh ops, thx 🙂🤘🍀👍
I’ve really enjoyed the efficiency of the rig.
Forest living the life traveling hiking biking fishing site seeing while he’s still young and can do it awesome. Most people think they’re going to do all this when they retire tell you what when that time comes your body won’t let you do most of those things Forest is doing now smart man👍
Hi forestry forest! Ima fan here in the philippines ❤ always love your content..
You have really decked out that minivan nicely. It's tiny but you make it work. I really enjoy your travels, I'm glad you left the factory.
My rear end is my tool shed. Great slogan. Everything looks great
Can I just say I dig your videos so much? :) Working on our no build build right now, thanks for the inspiration! Stacey and Bill :) :)
When’s the cooker coming back. Love your content. So simple
Van tour > slow cooker
That’s true though. The van tour is better. Still enjoy watching slow cooking.
It's good to know there are nice, smart people still around.............and I admire your positive attitude and desire to make the best of a not-so-good situation. The best of luck to you!!!
We love him because he talks like David Spade while living Chris Farley's van-by-the-river life. Keep on existing Mr. Forest. Btw, if you see a bear, run Forest run!! Sorry for that.
Great retrospective overview that explains your choices & decisions.
This was totally unexpected and awesome✌️❤️
I see you in VP
I love all the sensor monitors (co2, methane, temperature, etc). It's like you're on a boat.
Really consistent uploads, thank you!
From inside, it's hard to tell you're inside a minivan. It's so cozy!
That's wild man
The gauges Holy cow.
Good work though
Be safe
Hello from BC, Canada! Great timing, I just bought a Chevy cargo van and about to convert it and I picked up some great ideas already from your build. Best of luck!