Great build! best i have seen in a while. Just 1 suggestion, drill some breathing holes in your wooden bed panels. long term the moisture build up will create mold under the mattress with out them. It was a big job fixing this issue after it already happy
Simplistic? As soon as that white lid came off to show that electrical maze, I thought omg this that PhD shit - easyness factor went out the window for me 😂😭
This is one of the best builds I've ever. It is very well-thought-out. I like that you built around items that you are using. It looks very clean and tidy great job. 👍
I had my name on a waiting list for a Toyota sienna for quite a while. I just got a call that it’s available. This particular build looks exactly like what I want. Thank you very much.
@@jarvans6495 love this! I just bought a 1998 Sienna, the previous owner got as far as removing all but the front passenger seat; laid down foam insulation board with laminate flooring glued on; she had a friend build a simple narrow bed frame with 3/4: ply on bottom and top! It is not attached in any way and as I have a service dog I can't risk it moving around, its pretty heavy if I have to put the brakes on! It is also so tall I can't sit on the bed without bending my head over and I am only 5 ft tall! So I want to get it replaced or adapted. I guess the 1inch foam also raises the bed frame up that bit higher. The places where seats and seat belts were attached, on floor, are all covered up with the foam and flooring as it is one piece, I wondered about removing it and cutting holes then reinstall, so I could attach things securely to fastenings.. How do you attach your bed to the van? and the 'cabinet, too. Will be thankful for any advice! Definitely going to get some crates for storage, brilliant idea.
Thanks for sharing - Currently working on a 2002 Sienna - This helps my so-called craftsman visualize how the fan can be transformed... They've NEVER seen this happen before, actually laugh me off - Thanks for a very nice layout and design - Just wish you showed some of the tear down in this or maybe another video
I think Drifta has organizer bags for inside milk crates…some with clear tops to see contents easily. Good for items you don’t want getting caught in milk crate holes or falling through. I think there are N.A. distributors.
Best ever 1st Gen Toyota Sienna CamperVan VanLife build out tour it works well for years 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 Thanks for your time, explanation & quality design
Been looking at builds for over a year now. Absolutely love yours! I'm 63 and a camper van is my dream. Nice and neat, simple. Hope to implement your ideas eventually. Thanks for sharing. We'll done!!!
Great build. A suggestion, you could put a piano hinge for the bed extender. That way you can flip it open simply with one hand. No need for the pins also.
Fantastic build!! I just picked up a 2003, last of the Gen 1. I think that I'll be using your plan, with a few modifications. I have an electric flush porta potty that I want to squeeze in. Great stuff! Thanks again for sharing this with us.
Wow watching these and my wife’s ‘99 sitting in the street has 105k contemplating on refreshing it. I must say it’s a great foundation having a 3.0L 1 Mz-fe engine pretty bulletproof. Nowadays one can pick up for less than 4K.
Looks amazing ! But , i prefer the fridge would be behind the front seat , and the “ oven would be at the back door to reduce the gas ugly smell and reduce the “ risk “
Typically at camp sites or BLM I would be cooking outside anyway on a table out the rear, so would just want handy access to the fridge out the back. I like this layout for that reason.
Great build! Love the simplicity & clean lines of the design. I would add a table/counter that connects onto an RV table rail at the back hitch/bed. And have the table platform supported by a leg or hiking pole on the ground to have outside surface area flexibility.
As a family who camps I have found it’s more of an actual holiday with a permanently packed kitchen - especially a utensil roll (that hangs) with the usual lifter, tongs, spoon along with a couple knives in sheaths & a thin stack of sporks. Scissors! We have been able to stack SS dishes in with nested pots (removeable handle). And a bathroom bag of spices. T-fal Ingenio set of 3 SS nested pots cheaper than magma. Joseph Joseph nesting containers.
Hi. I’m just starting to think in terms of using a “car” conversion instead of getting a van style vehicle, and this is perfect. Deb from Oz (Australia)
Love set up. Did you ever put those pins on some type of strings. I would be afraid to lose. I works put that grip tap under board that you put on milk crates. Thank you. Great ideas
Thanks! At the time I recorded this, I was waiting for my battery to come in so I borrowed a buddy’s that he had in storage. So that’s why it’s still got the plastic bag on it. But good idea nonetheless!
Pretty sweet! Makes me want to become a Nomad and hit the Highway. Low cost living right there. That would be great for a writer who travels from place to place. How much did the part cost to set up and roll?
Great job I love the idea of milk crate supporting the bed extension is just genius
Thanks!
I love how you used the milk crates! The electrical systems are amazing. What a great build.
Thanks so much!
Great build! best i have seen in a while. Just 1 suggestion, drill some breathing holes in your wooden bed panels. long term the moisture build up will create mold under the mattress with out them. It was a big job fixing this issue after it already happy
Thank you! And great tip! Cheers
Or put down a layer of hypervent in-between the mattress & the plywood
Its a springy meshlike layer that provides ventilation under your matress.
The best Sienna conversion build I have seen. Well done
Thank you!
Simplistic? As soon as that white lid came off to show that electrical maze, I thought omg this that PhD shit - easyness factor went out the window for me 😂😭
Buy an all in one unit. No fuss. I love my Bluetti.
This is one of the best builds I've ever. It is very well-thought-out. I like that you built around items that you are using. It looks very clean and tidy great job. 👍
AGREE!...super build. I've watched many and there are always a few things I like but not all. This one I like 100 % - glad I stopped in.
Thank you!!
very impressive build. The attention to function and comfortable welcoming interior. Really brilliant. thanks for sharing
Thank you very much!!
I had my name on a waiting list for a Toyota sienna for quite a while. I just got a call that it’s available. This particular build looks exactly like what I want. Thank you very much.
Love the clean, simple, and highly functional build. ‼️❣️😊
Love the two 5 gallons for fresh 💧 water 💧 and a smaller 1 gallon for grey water. 👍🏼
Really nice build. Love those milk crates, makes life easier, and looks clean inside how they fit.
Thank you!!
@@jarvans6495 love this! I just bought a 1998 Sienna, the previous owner got as far as removing all but the front passenger seat; laid down foam insulation board with laminate flooring glued on; she had a friend build a simple narrow bed frame with 3/4: ply on bottom and top! It is not attached in any way and as I have a service dog I can't risk it moving around, its pretty heavy if I have to put the brakes on! It is also so tall I can't sit on the bed without bending my head over and I am only 5 ft tall! So I want to get it replaced or adapted. I guess the 1inch foam also raises the bed frame up that bit higher. The places where seats and seat belts were attached, on floor, are all covered up with the foam and flooring as it is one piece, I wondered about removing it and cutting holes then reinstall, so I could attach things securely to fastenings.. How do you attach your bed to the van? and the 'cabinet, too. Will be thankful for any advice! Definitely going to get some crates for storage, brilliant idea.
Best build I have seen. Very neat and organized. A place for everything and everything in its place!
Glad you like it!
Simply nice! Thanks for that tip about the lower table for the stove. I will definitely use it.
Thanks! And glad it gave you an idea😊
Very nice, clean, and organized. Love it ❤
So many great ideas. I would also be attaching a TailVeil off the back for extended stays and outdoor weather protection. Well done.
Thanks! Good idea!
what's a tailVeil pls?
Your common sense approach is refreshing .
Liked- subbed & hit bell icon .
We have a 2014 Sienna and love your ideas .
Best wishes from Daytona Beach.
Thank you David! We will be coming out with new videos, as well as a website with layout plans for purchase soon. Cheers!
Perfect set up...
Thanks for sharing - Currently working on a 2002 Sienna - This helps my so-called craftsman visualize how the fan can be transformed... They've NEVER seen this happen before, actually laugh me off - Thanks for a very nice layout and design - Just wish you showed some of the tear down in this or maybe another video
Good luck with your buildout! Maybe we’ll show some clearing out on the next van😎
I seriously love how you used the milk crates for storage. I hadn't thought of that but might need to do so for my future build.
I think Drifta has organizer bags for inside milk crates…some with clear tops to see contents easily. Good for items you don’t want getting caught in milk crate holes or falling through. I think there are N.A. distributors.
Great use of the crates. Very well thought out use of space. Thanks for posting.
You made some really good choices I like it it’s simple it’s very usable … nice job.
Really appreciate it!
Genius! I absolutely love the simplicity of your clever design. Thanks for sharing!!
I absolutely LOVE this build!
Great job on you build. You did a fine job filming and demonstrating at the same time.
Best ever 1st Gen Toyota Sienna CamperVan VanLife build out tour it works well for years 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 Thanks for your time, explanation & quality design
Thank you very much!
This blew my mind, so well thought out and beautiful
I do like this, but I saw your newer build first, with the kitchen in the back, and that is the better layout for sure.
What a fabulous well thought out use of space and electrical system. I would want the larger inverter though.
Thank you! And yeah the nutribullet would be cherry on top!
Been looking at builds for over a year now. Absolutely love yours! I'm 63 and a camper van is my dream. Nice and neat, simple. Hope to implement your ideas eventually. Thanks for sharing. We'll done!!!
Nice! I love the milk crates incorporated in the build.
Well thought out and functional build.
Kudos.
FYI you have plenty of space for a much larger inverter, ie; 1500w +
Great build. A suggestion, you could put a piano hinge for the bed extender. That way you can flip it open simply with one hand. No need for the pins also.
You could….but would have to remove the wooden lip that goes over the extended crates …otherwise you are sitting on the wood piece.🤣
You did a beautiful job on this van! Thanks for the video!
Thank you!!
This is a fantastic build, great job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Fantastic set up and so well thought out 👍 Thank you for sharing, I absolutely love it 🥰
Thanks!!
Fantastic build!! I just picked up a 2003, last of the Gen 1. I think that I'll be using your plan, with a few modifications. I have an electric flush porta potty that I want to squeeze in.
Great stuff! Thanks again for sharing this with us.
Clever kitchen cab. I like the side shelf!
Very clever and very simple. Great build.
Awesome electrical set up
Wow watching these and my wife’s ‘99 sitting in the street has 105k contemplating on refreshing it. I must say it’s a great foundation having a 3.0L 1 Mz-fe engine pretty bulletproof. Nowadays one can pick up for less than 4K.
This is the best design Ive seen for a first gen Sienna. Can you please post a blueprint somewhere? Looking to move into mine soon!
This was an awesome build loved every aspect the way you covered all the big things is spot on.
brilliant! clean, impressive build. way to go! blessings. 🕊
This is one of the best conversions I've seen!
Clever and classy! I’ll be saving your video to my van life wishlist!
Ditto!
What a great little conversion! Well done.
Beautiful ! Simple, efficient, practical, cost effective, especially like the location of butane cooker & use of milk crates, thanks
Thank you!
Very nice build! So clean and sensible!
Great build, love the crate idea.
Looks amazing ! But , i prefer the fridge would be behind the front seat , and the “ oven would be at the back door to reduce the gas ugly smell and reduce the “ risk “
Typically at camp sites or BLM I would be cooking outside anyway on a table out the rear, so would just want handy access to the fridge out the back. I like this layout for that reason.
Great build! Love the simplicity & clean lines of the design. I would add a table/counter that connects onto an RV table rail at the back hitch/bed. And have the table platform supported by a leg or hiking pole on the ground to have outside surface area flexibility.
As a family who camps I have found it’s more of an actual holiday with a permanently packed kitchen - especially a utensil roll (that hangs) with the usual lifter, tongs, spoon along with a couple knives in sheaths & a thin stack of sporks. Scissors!
We have been able to stack SS dishes in with nested pots (removeable handle). And a bathroom bag of spices.
T-fal Ingenio set of 3 SS nested pots cheaper than magma. Joseph Joseph nesting containers.
I can see with one or two adults it’s easier to pack…but even then hubby & I always forgot something.
Really nice built, well thought out. Amazing thanks for sharing 😊
Super neat, elegant design. Well done.
Thank you!
Awesome job. Gives me a lot of great ideas for my build. 😊
Hi. I’m just starting to think in terms of using a “car” conversion instead of getting a van style vehicle, and this is perfect. Deb from Oz (Australia)
That is a very impressive setup!
One of the best builds I've seen!!
Thank you!
Beautiful set up really nice job
Wow simple elegance. Love it.
Great use of space! Would annoy me setting up the bed all the time though lol
One of the best i've seen and very clever.
Very nice build you did here. I like the way you set it up.
Thanks!
Love set up. Did you ever put those pins on some type of strings. I would be afraid to lose. I works put that grip tap under board that you put on milk crates. Thank you. Great ideas
Great simplistic build
FANTASTIC!!!!! So well laid out.
Thank you!
Fantastic build! Super great ideas!
Nice. It would be great if the burner would also fit under the driver's seat so you have more galley storage.
There is much to this small space! If you are not going to Live full time in it but use it for travel - I would go for this!
Best one handed video.
Terrific build! Well thought out!
One of the best I've seen.
Nice work, thanks for posting. I don't think that bed will fit two, however.
Love love the milk crate solution❤
Wonderful build. Clean lines I like 5hst
Love the built, you should take out the cover plastic on the battery to permit cool off
Thanks! At the time I recorded this, I was waiting for my battery to come in so I borrowed a buddy’s that he had in storage. So that’s why it’s still got the plastic bag on it. But good idea nonetheless!
Very nice esthetics.
Love the bed!
I really like this setup, I'll think I'll do it.
Wow! I have watched 100's of videos. This is one of the best out there. 😊Do you do custom work for people or have plans to sell?
Nice this is very nice and easy I want one 👍
Nice clean smart design.
Very simple, clean and useable. Nice build. Did you build your cabinets with pocket holes?
There's a LOT about this build I love! 😊 Do you build for other people? I would hire you.
Nice build. Could you share your faucet link?
Really Really like your build. Very nicely done.
Thank you very much!
Really well thought out !
Pretty sweet! Makes me want to become a Nomad and hit the Highway. Low cost living right there. That would be great for a writer who travels from place to place. How much did the part cost to set up and roll?
Nice job
Love The milk crates
Front passenger seat swivel would be killer...
Nice design - well done!
Thank you! Cheers!
Best set up ever.
Great build seems simple to do. Excellent thank you. Can you send me info on your plan. Thank you
This is beautiful!!!
Clever....great job.
Awesome build 💯🔥✌️
Thanks!
That's a lota wires, but everything looks nice and neat. Stay safe.
Love your build!!!
great setup! may I know how's the head room? thanks!