How To Turn Your Dodge Caravan Into A Camper For Two! Clutter Free
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 มี.ค. 2023
- This Bunkbed setup is fantastic! I had to make a few modifications to allow my granddaughter to be able to have more space on her bunk. This would work in any minivan. Thanks for watching!
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I am so thankful for your ideas. Such a great idea to use the ( I had to edit cause I hit the post arrow by mistake) table as a bed and the cot for an extra person. Trust me; I’m going to watch all your videos. Using my vehicle to camp is something I’ve been wanting to do for a long time now. I just might start after all. Thank you. Keep that beautiful relationship with your granddaughter. That is something she will cherish for the rest of her life. Blessings.🙏🏼🤗
Thanks for watching! I appreciate your kind words! It’s been a blast with her. I know she loves it so much! Your course I do too. I’m so grateful to her parents to take her with me and my adventures. Have a fabulous weekend! And again thanks for watching.😊💯🙌🏼
Wonderful!!!
A cat litter tray would slide perfectly under your bed🐾🐾🐈⬛ you could store all kinds of things there.
WOW! Just what I was trying to figure out for my Grand Caravan! Perfect idea, excellently administered! I was really stumped about how to sleep two in separate beds. Love that it can be accomplished without a build, too. Thank you so much for sharing!!!!
Thanks for watching! I’m glad you found it helpful! Have a wonderful adventure in 2024! Have a fantastic day!😃🙌🏼💯
This is the best Dodge caravan bed system I've seen, I'll borrow the idea.
Brilliant!
Ingenious!
Thanks for making this video.
You’ve given me a few really cool and workable ideas to try.
Thanks for watching! I appreciate your support! I’m glad I could help and hope your adventures are fantastic this year! Let me know how it goes! Have a fantastic day!💯🙌🏼😃
Nice
What a great use of space. Grandma and granddaughter adventures! Please spend as much time with her as you can. The years go by so fast. She ignore. You will ever forget these moments. They are so precious. Many blessings to you and all of your adventures. You are an exciting gal! Thank you for the videos.
You will never forget - autocorrect
That bunk bed is the cutest thing. You two will have so many fun adventures.
Thanks! I appreciate your kind words! Thanks for stopping in and leaving this kind comment! I really appreciate it! Have a fantastic day!🙌🏼💯😃
This 2 bed set up answered my question about where to set up a toilet for my wife during the night. It also allows my long legs to fit under her bed. Just perfect. Thanks.
Thanks for watching! I’m glad it is a set up that you can use! It worked out well for me so far, and will be using it quite a bit in the future with my granddaughter. Have a fantastic camping season! Thanks for commenting! Have a great evening😃💯💯😃🙌🏼
I suspect you’re both looking forward to the next shake-down cruise! 👍
You betcha! Thanks for watching! Have a fantastic day tomorrow! Since it’s 11:59 pm at the moment! 😃💯🙌🏼
Nice setup
Thanks for watching and for the kind comment! Have a fantastic day!😃💯🙌🏼
I use a low profile cot in my van.
I bought a set of four 8x15" clear totes with lids at Walmart online and they fit perfectly under the cot. I chose this setup for my clothes because as you know, Michigan gets very humid in the summer. My clothes stay completely dry. I keep my bread and other snacks in one of them.
Thanks for watching! And for sharing your tips! The world appreciate it❤️🙌🏼💯 yes, I do know they have shallow totes, a friend of mine, suggested some soft sided totes that you can fold up when you’re done, which was a really good idea, they were shallow as well. My trunk organizer, that’s under the bunk part of the set up will fit perfectly over there, and I will continue to utilize that for clothing. I will probably invest in a shallow under bed tote just to keep miscellaneous things that I have normally in a taller tote. Thanks for watching! I really appreciate your support! Have a fabulous weekend.😃🙌🏼💯
Impressive...you've still got lots of opportunities. I love fabric boxes...you can store oodles of stuff with them. Have fun....
Gotta be flexible for our grandbabies. 😍😍 That looks just as good as the first one. It looks like you have enough room behind that table to put another table up beside it ( maybe a few inches short). If that's so, you both can lay across the back and without your cot behind the driver's seat, you would have a lot of floor space. It's just a thought. It may just look bigger now with the bed lower. Now, you have my brain going to town. 😂 I have 2 grandkids to fit. I could just use both of your sleeping hack.👍 Thanks again for sharing your great ideas!!
Thanks for watching and sharing!
So in the very back is where my kitchen in in that blue box. And on the side of it goes my food and water. The area near the rear roof narrows in. That’s a great idea for a double bed though! I do prefer to be more free in my sleeping area and prefer the cot. Keep me posted if you ever get out can camping with the grands! Mine call me “Nena” 💜
What a lucky grand daughter she is!
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I bought rain guards for my suburban. What a difference! Thanks for the info you share! It helps. And That looks great!
Thanks for watching! I’m so glad you were able to get those. They are such a game changer. I honestly don’t think I would enjoy my van camping as much if I didn’t have the ability to crack my windows when it’s raining, or late at night, to get a breeze through the van. It’s so important. Hope you’re doing well, have a fantastic day! And I appreciate your kindness too. ☺️😃💯🙌🏼
What a great change to help your grand daughter enjoy her camping experience with you. Sometimes we have to give a little to help someone gain a little comfort. When she is older , the both of you will say , remember when......
Such an enjoyable memory . I have been trying to get on the road at least part time, for a long time. Maybe this year. See you next time.
Delightful accommodation.
Problem solving 101. Great!
Great idea! Love bunk bed idea - and it will make a great set up for late night spooky story time!!
I am going camping soon as possible and I want to try this setup. Thanks for sharing this!
Van camping will always keep you young. Making improvements to a setup and realizing the impact makes the whole universe feel like a better place. And you did it Nancy Faye.
Lewiiiis! I hope your having a fantastic day! Thanks for stopping by! Where are you at today? Hope your travels are going well. 😃💯🙌🏼
@@ModernDayPilgrim Currently in Amarillo, Texas. I call it Armadillo. March has been a great month for savings. I saved over 1,000 dollars in March alone, even with the traveling I did. That's why I'm a nomad. I found out I'll be able to put in paperwork in October to start collecting social security. I've given TONS of money away in my travels as a nomad. Now I'm saving for myself, and social security will give me an extra 1,200 dollars a month on top of what I make now. I'm gonna start taking time out for myself and go places I've never been. I'm done with writing books. It's time to start living like a king. Thanks for checking in Nancy Faye. Great video by the way, and I saw the whole thing. Oh, I almost forgot. I'm still reading your book. I usually read about four pages a day. The latest.
@@lewisvogel466 all good news, Lewis! You’ve gotta take care of yourself! 😃💯🙌🏼 Have a fabulous day! 😃
I love the idea of camping with my granddaughter, maybe someday soon I'll be able to do that as well, till then I'll use your experiences and wisdom
Thanks for watching! I hope you get the opportunity! You guys will absolutely love it. Thanks for your comment, I appreciate you stopping by! Have a fantastic evening😃🙌🏼💯
I enjoy your videos. I could see how something like this could be put together quickly for a bug out rig for someone who needs a safe place to live after a natural disasters or other circumstances
Thanks for watching! And absolutely! It’s totally doable! Have a fabulous day!
love your new set up.
LOVE it!! I been trying to figure out how to modify my van setup so I can take my grandson with me sometimes. Thank you for sharing!!
This is a great set up! He will love it! Happy trails!! 😃🌸🙌🏼💯
Thank you for the wonderful tips!
Brilliant 👏 👏 👏 😊🙋♀️
I just love this ladies love of her grand daughter. Funny. We live so close.anyhow i love your channel
You are so kind! Thank you for watching! She’s the best little traveler! 💜 Have. Fabulous day! 😃💯🙌🏼
Heck yeah!!!
Have you ever thought about using a roll up traditional futon? Or a sleeping camping pad?
Thanks for watching! And for your comment. Yes, I have thought about those types of sleeping arrangements. The problem with those for me is it does not leave any room for storage. IIke raised cots because I can use the underneath for storage. I’m a big proponent of designing concealed storage spaces that are easily accessible! This set up really fits my mojo! Have a fantastic day! 💯😃🙌🏼
If using this bunkbed set up for an adult, I highly recommend you reinforced each leg with a 2 x 4, and at the center of the table, where it folds. Safety first!
Also, please check out my playlist of van camping videos for more great ideas on van builds, product, reviews, and VAN CAMPING accessories!
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Brilliant solution to sleeping 2 people with 2 separate beds. Thanks for sharing! Question: What cot are you using? How high is it without the foam pad? You list the comfort cot, but said you swapped it out for a lower profile cot, but didn't mention the name of the low profile cot you ended up using.
Thanks for watching! The cat that is in this video is also a Coleman cat that is 72 inches long and 13 inches high. So it’s longer but lower to the ground.
The Coleman comfortsmary cot is 69 inches long but 15 inches high. I ended up getting a 3 inch foam mattress for the 69 inch long cot. I could actually put that 3 inch foam mattress on the lower cot in this video. But for the purpose of simplicity, and having something that is possibly more readily available to the viewer, I used the self inflatable mat. Does that make sense? Hope this helps! Have a fantastic day!🙌🏼😃💯
Can you tell me how many inches from the bottom to the top bunk? Need room for my tall skinny grandson's legs and feet.
Perhaps you could still fit your clothes under this cot if you switched to a plastic, under bed storage container?
Thanks for watching! Yes, a friend of mine mentioned, getting a more shallow bin situation going, she recommended a soft sided one, and those are both great choices! I don’t know what I’m gonna do. But I do know on the one side of the bunk, part of the bed, where my bed is not going to be, that’s a great place to be able to put my storage bin. So I think it’s all going to work out. I use that open top trunk organizer. Anyhow, I appreciate you stopping by and commenting. Have a fabulous day!😃🙌🏼💯
How has the Caravan been for reliabilty? any mechanical issues? Tks love your channel👍
Thanks for washing! I haven’t had any issues mechanically it was my van. I change the oil regularly, and rotate the tires regularly. So far so good! Have a fantastic day!🙌🏼💯😃
What brand is that low profile cot?And where can I get one of those and how much do they cost.thanks for ur videos keep up the good work.
Hi! Thanks for watching! There is no rating on the cot and no tags whatsoever. But I have seen ones that look just like it on Amazon. I purchased this one through marketplace on Facebook. Just search low profile cut on Amazon and see what you come up with! Hope this helps!!
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In a nutshell it is a table that goes from about 3' behind the front seats all the way back to the rear. The top of this platform or table is my primary storage area. When sleeping, my legs go under the table. There is room for a full size adult to sleep next to me. I also built slide out tables just under this storage platform so that I could extend the table out the back door and forward so I could pull them out when I needed a workspace for cooking etc.
Love it! 😃💯🙌🏼 So creative 🙌🏼😃
Or what about a rooftop storage container?
Thanks for watching! Yes, roof rack would work for sure! I personally don’t use one or want one, as I am a minimalistic can camper. I only bring what I need, not what I think I might need just in case because that’s where the clutter begins! But for some, that live in their vehicles, and have more things in require more stuff, a roof rack is a perfect way to store your things. Thanks for taking the time to comment! Have a fantastic day!🙌🏼😃💯
@@ModernDayPilgrim You are right about the less stuff philosophy. My thoughts exactly, and why I do not have a rooftop storage unit. However, since you refer several times to "losing storage space" wouldn't a rooftop bin be for those items whose storage space was lost? You'd only need use it if granddaughter is with you. Lucky you to be traveling with her!
@dianeericson7900 thanks for watching! Yes, rooftop storage is fantastic! For me, I don’t choose to have it simply because I don’t bring much and don’t need one. But for those who live in their vans full-time, that would be the best option, keeping the interior of the van clutter free. I don’t bring much when I go camping, and don’t really want to utilize a rooftop carrier just to bring stuff I don’t need. I also don’t choose to have one because when I stealth camp sometimes it can be a dead giveaway. I appreciate you taking the time to comment! Have a fantastic day!😃💯🙌🏼
What about her sitting in the front seat when you’re driving?
She’s only 7. It’s against the law.
We're did u get the bag for ur clothes plz
Hi Rita! Thanks for watching! The links to everything in my van are in the description box. Underneath the video. This particular one I ordered online from Amazon. The brand is called “Drive.” but if you go to the description box, every link is in there to everything I have in my van. Thanks! I hope this helps.
So u like the frig u have now?
Yes, I like it very much. It’s perfect for me. It’s 2 quarts bigger than my last one, and I like the fact that it has a flush top completely flat my other one had a raised lid, and the inside of the lid was recessed so you could stack food in there. But actually it’s better this way bigger fridge flat space, I can use it for a counter. Thanks for watching! Have a fabulous night😃🙌🏼💯
How much weight does the table support?
Hi Carl! Sorry for the delay in responding! The manufacture says 200 pounds of evenly distributed weight. We are not evenly distributed humans, so each leg and in the center have to be supported. I would suggest using two by twos or PVC pipe. A steel frame, but it’s a foldable table, it should be supported in the center. These 4 foot tables do come in solid form, can be used as well. But the legs do not go down to the height. They’re fixed, because it’s a solid table, if that makes sense. So you may have to cut the legs of the table down a little bit in order to fit it right with the window the 67 inches. I hope this makes sense. Thanks and have a fantastic day!🙌🏼😃💯
No apologies needed! Thanks for the great information!! Happy and safe travel adventures to you and your granddaughter ❤
Yer a thunker not auto correct lol
Yes it is the end of the world. Believe in Jesus before its to late!
Lol, it sounds like you are trying to be happy about this, but you’re really NOT! Cringe!
Thanks for watching! Storage is minimal, and I definitely lost it when I switched out the cots. But she is more important to me and being flexible is the key. We made it work and made great memories! When I make videos , I don’t pretend and make it out like everything is always hunky dory.
I was a bit stressed knowing that by doing this I would lose storage space. I don’t have much to begin with. Being real and authentic is important to me.
I appreciate your comment. Have a fabulous weekend! 🙌🏼😃💯