Sienna MiniCamperVan Gets Serious
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ก.ย. 2024
- Our Sienna gets updated! We go solar. We get ventilated. We get lots of cool upgrades. All upgrades have been designed to be modular, removable, upgradable, and affordable. The vehicle remains stealthy on the outside and awesome on the inside, combining maximum comfort for two people with the economics of a reasonably sized vehicle for going anywhere and overnighting where we please.
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Here are links to products I used in this project. Check my TH-cam channel to see other videos covering different aspects of this Sienna MiniCamperVan build. I have not received any of these products as promotional items for review. I have merely purchased and used them myself. Please note, I can earn commissions on purchases made through these links.
MAJOR COMPONENTS
Rich Solar 100W Solar Panel amzn.to/2BaKryv
Epever MPPT 20 Amp Solar Charge Controller amzn.to/35wtA7g
FullRiver Deep Cycle 12 Volt 105 Amp-hour AGM Battery amzn.to/33vVjDb
ICECO JP40 Portable Refrigerator amzn.to/2pncGqY
NOCO G26000 Battery Charger amzn.to/2IStPjj
AIMS Power 1500W/3000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter amzn.to/2VLuV5B
AIMS Power Inverter Remote Switch amzn.to/35BNUE8
LIGHTING
LED Strip Lights amzn.to/2oyfjXc
LED Strip Lighting Channels amzn.to/2VOw5NW
Recessed LED Downlights amzn.to/2oxHdmd
LED Dimmable Puck Light amzn.to/35BMIAE
WIRING
Solar Power Cable (10 gauge) amzn.to/33AABSR
Welding Cable (2 gauge, 10' each, red & black) amzn.to/2Mj9ki1
Electrical Wire (10 gauge, 50' each, red & black) amzn.to/32iuaUe
Electrical Wire (14 gauge, 100' each, red & black) amzn.to/32kdDiG
WIRE TERMINATIONS (CONNECTORS, LUGS, HEAT SHRINK)
Terminal Lugs for Welding Cable amzn.to/2ISaNJR
Wire Connectors (House battery cable disconnect) amzn.to/33G3v47
Wire Connectors (General purpose, uninsulated) amzn.to/32o7kL2
Wire Connectors (Harness disconnects) amzn.to/2MHxTE3
Wire Connectors (XT-60 style) amzn.to/2Mdpfye
Wire Connectors (Butt, uninsulated) amzn.to/32hw1IF
Heat Shrink Tubing for large gauge wire amzn.to/2oHLcfU
Heat Shrink Tubing for medium gauge wire amzn.to/2nPzejW
NOCO Shore Power Surface Mount Receptacle amzn.to/32gqgLp
WIRE MANAGEMENT
iExcell Wire Bundle Saddles amzn.to/2phsxHR
Wire Bundle Clamps amzn.to/2qga9Q3
FUSE & JUNCTION BLOCKS
Fuse Block (Battery and inverter cables) amzn.to/35Ccsgf
Fuse Block (Lighting, fans, fridge circuits) amzn.to/2pjkIRW
Fuse Block (Solar controller circuits) amzn.to/31e3m6i
Wire Terminal Block amzn.to/33zJ7S7
Junction Block (Battery and inverter cables) amzn.to/33wNHQT
SWITCHES
Main Power Disconnect Switch amzn.to/33tpV8o
Blue Glow Light Switches amzn.to/2oxGTnv
USB and Power Port with Mounting Plate amzn.to/35BP56w
Dimmer Switches amzn.to/2pmNZuK
Toggle Switch DPDT amzn.to/35CMt8w
ELECTRICAL TOOLS
Wire Crimpers amzn.to/2qg0s46
Lug Crimping Tool amzn.to/35vxKw5
Heat Gun (for heat shrinking) amzn.to/35CBa0j
ACCESSORIES
Milliard Foam Mattress Full-Size Tri-Fold amzn.to/2IR9ydS
Milliard Foam Mattress Carry Case amzn.to/2MEINdT
Weather Station amzn.to/2VMXpfl
Back of Seat Organizers amzn.to/2MdW2mQ
Portable Clip Fan amzn.to/2MeR9cZ
Sink amzn.to/31c1Hhn
Sink Faucet amzn.to/31cqthy
WeatherTech Window Shades amzn.to/2ITT2Kb
Mobile Solar Power Made Easy book by Will Prowse amzn.to/2Mfivjr
(I purchased a copy of Will's book and found it useful. I have not contacted him about listing it here)
HARDWARE
Sugru Moldable Glue amzn.to/2MvFEOz
EZ-Lok Threaded Inserts amzn.to/2OOYoKu
T-Nuts amzn.to/2nLMh5X
Folding Table Legs amzn.to/2MgnXSZ
Toggle Latches amzn.to/2MHKGX3
Black Hooks (single) amzn.to/35BxGuP
Black Hooks (double) amzn.to/2pmeRev
Piano Hinge (48") amzn.to/2MfOYGm
Black Wood Screws amzn.to/31in7JI
And the Oscar goes to? ......... OMG, best conversion ever, awesome configuration , amazing job, congrats!!!
Wow, thanks, your comment made my day!
Winner of the best DIY sienna van camper ever!
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Exquisite Craftsmanship and Design Elements.
@@schizophrenicprojection5126 Eric's build looks somewhat doable for the average guy with basic handtools.
THIS...
Is by a master craftsman.
Def out of MY abilities, lol!
@@gardnerberry113 out of abilities too..but an inspiration to do better!
This is by far the best minicampervan I seen so far that is well thought out and practical. The level of detailing is way above most DIY campervans in TH-cam. Most other van built focus on the cooking but without the sink and other essential items which make car camping more enjoyable. Well done.
You might like this one to. This is my other favorite build I have seen . th-cam.com/video/vNmS4otUQEQ/w-d-xo.html
This is not something that a newbie can built.Man, you bring this camper van into a serious level. It took a lot of effort and commitment.
I've been watching car, mini-van, and van builds for several years. This is the cleanest build, most efficient, and has everything one wants and (may not realize) needs. Magnificent!
Thanks, Michele, I appreciate your comment, and perspective. I hadn't seen many build videos before starting mine. Maybe that's why it's a bit different.
My wife and I took the earliest retirement possible at 55 without loosing out our minimum pension in 2006. I built my first Camper Van out of Toyota Previa without consulting anyone nor youtube.
I have now been on a 12 year 2011 Toyota Sienna Camper Van bought in 2010, and after 103 days Alaska road trip in 2018 and countless 60-90 days West Coast and East Coast Trip including many wilderness regions in Canada. I can say that my wife and I can travel full time in a Sienna Camper. Today I happened to see your video posting. I admitted I will copy your ideas and improve my setup in 2 parts:
1/ Ventilation.
2/ Solar charging system into my 4 AGM 90Ah Batteries for 5,000W inverter due to serious cookings while moving + 5.3 Gals Potty + Anytime Fitness Lifetime Membership that you know what for :)
My next new Sienna Camper will have all Lithium Batteries.
Again, Thank you for posting this well designed, well organized works for all to see.
Good for you, retiring early and getting out on the road in a simple way (relatively speaking). We also retired early (53) and have been enjoying the simple pleasures that a minivan camper has to offer. Ours is working well for us but if I were to build another, I'd be interested in the new Sienna hybrid but only after I figured out a way to modify the integrated center console so that it didn't block access to the rear. I would love the mpg and cabin AC.
Beautiful craftsmanship and attention to detail. I've been a carpenter for over 20 years and am quite impressed.
I didn't think this build could get any better than your previous version but this blows me away. I'm an architect and I rarely see this kind of beautiful thoughtful and elegant detailing. My wife and I are campers sidelined since her MS got worse and I've been thinking about a way that we could get on the road comfortably to do some traveling. We'd need a porta-potty in addition to the bed. It looks like there's room for one. This is one amazing retrofit made all the more wonderful by your eye for design and detail and your craftsmanship. Congratulations. Enjoy!
I truly appreciate your comments! Yes, there’s room at the foot of the mattress for a portapotty. We use a simple Luggable Loo. My wife actually “loves” having it so convenient.
You should build kits for this and make some money!
Subscribed!
I will pay! Probably have to take out a loan. It all looks so expensive. You're a genius. Sell a step by step book for home van building 101.
Yes i agree i will hire him for my own conversion ..
I’d pay for this too. It’s so clean.
@@TheMattScharbach~ Me too. My 2004 Toyota Sienna is screaming for a build like this. WOW! Awesome job!
My 2006 is waiting in line.
I'm poor and in my 20s, but I'm not a hippie and I don't fetishize discomfort like most "vanlifers" seem to. Thank you for making and showing off a build that's clean, efficient, and comfortable, that most of all feels like it could be home.
I really appreciate your comment. Thanks for taking the time to share it.
That's weird because I felt way more discomfort sitting around in my apartment wondering how I'm going to pay my rent each month that I'm never going to get that money back and then as soon as I don't have that money I'm f****** homeless so why don't I just move into my f****** van and I'll never have to sit around worrying about paying a bill for the rest of my f****** life. Facts
Exactly what I want to create for my 2013 Ford Econoline E-350 XLT passenger van. We still use it weekly for our large family with daily chores and not ready to gut it and convert. I've seen many video on conversion but they all start with a gutted vehicle. Your system is very adaptable for our van. Great enginuity! You can van camp and still have a vehicle for everyday use. Super job, thanks for sharing Bruce.
The best and cleanest diy setup I've seen so far for the Sienna.. Love it!
Now I gotta go get myself a router.. 🙃
It is not the cheapest by far, this is so amazing. The design speaks volumes from engineering and carpentry workmanship shown. It is an expensive design, if contracted out, you can bet it is never done before, and the custom made like this is more than most newbies can afford.
It is a dream van built, thank you for sharing this video. You inspired all of us. Have fun traveling.
This is fantastic! I love the window screens and the bulkhead hooks and curtain rod! The design is exquisite!
This is just amazing! My dream is to have a Sienna to live in full time. I have zero mechanical knowledge, but love your design and videos.
Your dream is to live in a vehicle? Like what you aspire to have over all else?
jason camper .hi ! Mr. Jason I look to purchase you plan. Do you sale them? Thank you . Great video.
@@nomadnomad3109 and if it is his dream what of it? Would you approve if he aspired to be a doctor? Would that get your seal of approval? Fuck out of here trying to make someone feel dumb or less for having a dream.
Beautiful Build Brother, such detail! I struggle with all the electrical so everything I build is really basic. Impressive van job! God Bless America! Uncle Jeff!
Fantastic! I absolutely love your work. I had a 2011 Sienna but foolishly traded for a Winnebago ERA motorhome. After 8 years I’m now looking to get a 2020 Sienna to continue my travels. This kind of DIY conversion would be ideal for me. Thanks for sharing!! 👍
Your designs are sound and well thought out. And... they are executed to perfection. Well done!
I have watched nearly every stealth van video on TH-cam and this never ceases to amaze me. Have you considered making the Sienna a full-time camper? The fact that everything is removable and you can pretty easily change between camper and stock minivan is incredible, but seeing what you could do with a full, permanent build out would be fascinating. Thanks for sharing your skills here. It really raises the bar!
Building a full time camper would be loads of fun. I haven’t planned anything at the moment but I’m not ruling it out. Thanks for asking!
This van setup is flipping amazing, would love a diy series and how to copy everything...lol. Shopping for a van right now.
Go for it! That's why I made the videos, to share ideas.
THANK YOU very much for telling me about this video. I do like the upgrades and I believe I will be using some of them in my build. I really like the ventilation and the screens. My solar isn't quite as complicated as yours but I like your layout. I will be using quite a few of your ideas in my van. I have a 2101 Dodge Grand Caravan and of coarse I will have to design to fit my van but that is the easy part. I am quite handy at making things just sometimes a little short on ideas of what to build. Thanks again for sharing your ideas as now I know what I need to do I love the idea of how to install everything without drilling a lot of holes for screws.
Got my vote for best in mini class by far********
Didn't understand anything you said but the results speak for themselves. Really nice job!!!!!
I'm a Sienna owner. This is inspiring and would love to have my rig set up like this. I lack your skills (electronic & wood working) but share your passion. I liken my situation to a painter, staring at a blank white canvas, afraid to put the first dab of paint on. If you decide to offer plans I would be interested. Your work fantastic. Enjoy!!
I would be interested in plans too! I just bought a 2020 Sienna so can't do a conversion right away and still need the passenger seats, but this design is by far my favorite. The attention to detail and clean clean handy work, especially all the wiring, is amazing.
You and me both. I have a Prius and would love to eventually move to a 2015 Sienna.
I'm also a Sienna owner and work a 'remote' job. I'm literally buying materials and the last tools I need to start converting my van starting this weekend. I have a 6 week road trip coming up in October and plan to have most of it finished by then. I'll be recording everything and will have plans available. I will setup a different channel but will be sure to let you know when it has content. Btw.. love my Sienna!
Mark I'm in your boat. I'd love to do this but the electronic skills are a no,lol, I could possibly do the woodwork. This is an awsome Sienna. I have one but we are using it for our dog van and have all our dog club equiptment in it. However this is something I'd love to do.
If you're a single traveler you might want to see my comment above.
More great attention to detail, both in the van and with the video. Nice work.
I really love your van build!clean, simple lines! The electrical system-WOW-it’s like a powerplant!
Love the detail! And everything is so precise. The screens are a great idea! Thanks so much for taking the time to share this with us. Have a wonderful trip! I'm looking forward to hearing how it goes.
👏🏻👍🏻❣🌄🏞
Wow! You've thought of everything. Happy Camping.
Bruce, I am nearly speechless...
Your work, imagination, stunning!
I live in a paid off three bedroom home in the burbs of Sacramento and have seriously considered van/truck life as the years ahead are now fewer in number.
I lost the last dozen or more to illness...
Bedridden much of that time.
Today, out of bed, healthy, looking to ‘live’ life anew, I’m having to figure out how to live this life while at the same time keeping regret, feeling sorry for myself over that loss, at bay. Losing a dozen+ years has been tough but I cannot allow myself to dwell on it...
My focus needs to be on rebuilding a life, living... and as Clint Eastwood once said, “Don’t let the old man in.”
I’m currently selling off and giving away much of what I own, currently vehicle shopping for the potential ‘van/truck life’ life...
There is a beautiful 93 F-250 diesel I’m considering, but, admittedly, vans would work better for such a life.
I’d considered briefly Siennas, (AWD), for their reliability but shifted more toward the extended Ford E-250/350 as they provided more space.
You’ve got me thinking about Siennas again. It’s just me... I’d pull out the passenger seat and utilize that area. I’m 6’ 4” but I’d be just fine with a 20” width bed... (thinking out loud)
Bruce, again... wow!
That’s an incredible build, the best I’ve seen!
I can offer hope and ideas. First, keep looking forward. There's so much to do in life, no matter which stage you're in, that dwelling on the past will get in the way and slow you down. A campervan build is great therapy. There are tons of questions to work on and the solutions take time to execute. This next piece of advice doesn't work for everyone but I apply it all the time: Don't always look for the easiest, fastest, or cheapest way. Sometimes is okay, but often you'll find more joy in a more thoughtful solution.
Choice of vehicle depends on your priorities and how flexible you are with them. Every vehicle has their pros and cons. I value the low cost of ownership (COO) and the maneuverability of the minivan above all other factors. Low COO comes from long term reliability, low cost of repairs, and low fuel consumption. Obviously, the main con with a minivan is space, but if you figure out how to do the things you want and are flexible with your comfort level, the space is acceptable.
However, living full-time in a minivan is not something I've thought a lot about. It might be challenging but if it's outfitted carefully, it's totally doable.
Chin up, enjoy your upcoming chapters, best of luck!
What an outstanding build! You sir, are a true craftsman.
so modular, even I (computer software nerd) could do this build - thanks for a brilliant design and a watchable video!
Glad you liked it! It's definitely a nerd build.
Wow! You did an amazing job on this conversion. I'm duly impressed!
Impressive. I especially like the curtain rod. Simple and Common Sense.
What an artisan, beautiful van build! Right when I thought that a mini van was too small to buildout right! 😱Would love to see some photos/short vid from the road with the van filled/equiped out to get a feel for daily life, thanks again for sharing!!
Fantastic, that was the word I thought of and then I read the comments, so many other people said the same. Thanks for sharing, have a GREAT trip.
I lost count how many times I said "wow" watching this! Amazing job
I so appreciate the attention to quality and just doing things...properly. Obviously a lot of thought and contemplation went into everything you’ve done.
If you ever embark on a new project and wish to sell this one, please keep me in mind as a buyer! Seriously.
Thanks for the comment. I'll keep you in mind if/when I decide to sell. Cheers!
Wow, you are pretty talented. The ventilation idea is impressive
This guy is probably a Senior systems engineer who works on government projects.
His build reeks of extreme quality 👍
This is absolutely amazing ! You should be doing this for a living. I can’t believe someone would give this a thumbs down.
Wow, thank you!
You will definitely have more business than you can handle if you ever decide to do this professionally or as a side hustle. There are some companies that do a nice job converting small vans like the RAM City vans, but are on the West Coast. And I'm not sure they would fit in my garage with my kayak rack on top. A minivan like this would be so perfect for single and couples traveling. Best minivan build I've ever seen, and I have seem most on YT.
Yes, there’s certainly great potential in affordable minivan conversions. I’m just sharing ideas with everyone as a way of staying away from becoming overly busy with a business. I’m enjoying retirement. Thanks for commenting!
Wow! This is by far best set up in a camping van ever! everything is so detailed, you just want the video to keep going..
Wow, thanks! I appreciate your comment. It's been a while since I've done an updated walk-through so I'm gathering thoughts on what to include next time. Thanks for inspiring me.
WOW. Super clean, efficient, well thought out, engineering and craftsmanship. 5 star Sienna buildout. Thanks for sharing! Gives me great ideas and guidelines... and a bar to shoot for :)
Patience and a ton of skill = Better execution than any RV company could EVER offer!.....I wish I had one or the other :(. This Man should offer kits for sale, and I would most definitely buy it! The only difference would be a single bed for me.
Absolutely beautiful! Everything is so well thought out and neatly built. Thanks for sharing!
WOW That solar set up wiring is a work of art. Amazing.
great conversion. I really love your storage cabinets. I wanted to give you a head's up about something you might be interested in. I have a 13.5" wide 12V fridge. I was frustrated that I could not fit it between the two front seats, for a lot more storage in the rear. I did some experimenting, and I actually was able to fit it, by removing both inside arm rests, and also these two long pieces of trim on the inside of each seat. Only took about 15 minutes. I anchor the fridge by using a cam strap between each handle and the floor anchor. I added some insulation and felt on top, and two custom cup holders, and I now have a great arm rest and a ton of storage in the rear.
Condeat - Thanks for the tip, I’ll keep it in mind as an option. I removed the factory console between the front seats to make room for a fridge but then decided we like the easy pass-through from front to back. There’s always trade-offs. Thanks again for the tip!
I really appreciate how much you have done to avoid making permanent changes to the van.
Thanks, Mark. Designing this project to be removable without a trace was a rewarding challenge. I appreciate your input.
@@BruceParks I understand the challenge well. I did something similar myself (way less involved, more short-term--just one summer road trip), but after the nine-week journey we removed everything from the truck and it was impossible to tell there were ever any changes made.
Really happy to see I'm not the only nut out there!
Wow, nice job! So well thought out. Thanks for filming this.
Very simple, economical and elegant. That's what sets this build apart as a masterpiece. Awesome work. Thanks for sharing.
Holy Moly that is done so well it looks like a fantastic design and build. Start a company that builds kits and become a millionaire.
Most of the Sienna campers I've seen have been very rudimentary and only somewhat functional. This is BY FAR the best I've seen. Really excellent use of space
My 05 Sienna with 285K miles still runs flawlessly without having to rebuild anything and this is what I want to turn my Sienna into.
That's very professional craftsmanship in all aspects of the van camper conversion.
Magnificent work! I love your design aesthetic. And your execution is very well done. How would you like to come to Humble Road? You. You're the guy! I need you!
Well, George, it's an honor just to receive your comment. You are far and away my favorite campervan builder & channel. Mostly, I think it's your straightforward way of communicating to us and your depth of thought in each build. I've got a ton on my plate for the foreseeable future but I'd love to pop into your shop to say hi someday when I'm passing through the area. I'd certainly get a hold of you beforehand. Thanks for writing.
as an electrical maintenance guy your wiring for the electrical setup made me happy! I have seen so much shoddy wiring in other van builds
Thanks, I appreciate your comment!
Certainly doesn't look like your typical DIY camper van build. I don't know what your profession is but it is well engineered and thought out. You definitely have great skills.
I'd say he was an engineer
Construction Engineer, I would say.
Although I love the meticulously planned seemingly Simple Build, but it's totally beyond me skillwise or moneywise.
It's going to be on my wishlist ❤❤
Right...I'm like how would I do this??? I have no building skills at all...electrical setup🤯 Well, I am still glad I came across this channel in 2024. I am currently converting and documenting my journey on my channel and I am looking for inspiration for my build.
@@rouseyournicholls Good luck with your build and journey. You can learn so much on TH-cam, just do your research and take your time and enjoy the process. You will be fine. Once you finish you will feel such a feeling of accomplishment. It will be worth it. Stay safe.
Amen. The man's a DIY God.
Speechless. Soooo envious! Sooo impressed! Sooo jealous! Good job!
Thanks so much! Your comment made my day 🙏
This is an amazingly well configured, amazingly engineered interior; to me, everything looks just perfect. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks, George, glad you like it!
Wow!!! Love the upgrades and that ventilation from the outside to get some fresh air is EPIC!!! Watching your videos! Very impressed!
So glad you like the videos! 🙏☺️
great job .but there is no many people can do, seems not easy.
Amazing conversion. Very thought out , and beautifully constructed. Some great ideas for me. Thank you.
Glad you liked it!
You are amazing, Bruce! If I ever did a build like this, it'd work, but it would look horrible. (Mostly duct tape.) Yours is just so polished that it doesn't even look custom. You're a true craftsman. And you've got labels, lol! I totally dig how you've handled the electrical system with the shore/battery segregation. And such lovely shunts you've got! Besides not doing it as well, the only other thing I would have done differently was use switched breakers instead of fuses, although using fuses gives you some room to "learn" while on the road, provided that you've got an assortment of spares, in case you needed to swap from a troublesome 15 amp fuse to a 20 amp fuse. Ya can't do that with breakers, can you? Hmmm. Maybe you are smarter than me. Yes. You are.
As a young dad just venturing in to van ownership, I'm glad that hopefully someday I can convert it to something like this when all the kids are out of the house!
Very Impressive with the electrical part of the van build, love how you used the vertical space and ideal to keep everything up off the floor, and love the vent thing would love to see a video on how you did that.
What a craftsman! Just beautiful. By far the best I've seen.
Thank you, I appreciate it!
Mind blown - wow. You are one of the reasons I chose my Sienna! Thank you Bruce.
Thanks for watching, Lisa! I'm glad you found my videos useful. Happy adventures!
How much would it cost if someone were to pay you for your labor and parts to duplicate this setup on another sienna? Ballpark price. I always hear people say they can build stuff way cheaper than an RV company can. I cant/dont want to tackle this level of work but I'd hire a skilled talented craftsman to do it.
Ballpark materials $1200 for electrical (minus fridge), $800 for all other parts. $1,000,000 for labor, haha🙂. I spent maybe 8-ish weeks total working full time on it. The next one would take 1/2 the time, possibly. But I can’t see being available to build anymore right now, sorry!
@@BruceParks I don't know if you'll see this or not, but offering plans is the trick. Do one set electronically. File for copywrite, sell the plans online, done, passive income. I'd happily spend $75~100 to not figure out the interior contours, AND I'M a woodworker, hahaha.
I know, I know, been thinking about doing exactly that but been too busy. There may be a clearing ahead... Thanks for the advice, I appreciate it!
@@norsefalconer great 💡 idea
@@norsefalconer copyRIGHT, fyi
That wiring was a thing of beauty, multi functional design throughout this build and is still one of the most ideal builds I've seen for a Sienna... even 3 YEARS LATER! GREAT JOB and please give us viewers another update of this build for 2023 with any changes/ fixes you've come up with
You're reading my mind. I'm planning on doing a fresh walk around this spring. There's been a lot of changes, and experience, to share. Thanks for the suggestion!
Wow! What is your profession? Unbelievably impressive.
Hi, thanks for viewing and commenting. I’m a happily retired engineer. 🙂
@@BruceParks Well, that makes sense ☺️
@@BruceParks There are engineers and there are Engineers. You, sir, are definitely an Engineer!
It's not often that I comment on youtube videos. I just have to say your mini camper is freaking awesome. Incredibly thought out and executed.👌
Thanks, I really appreciate your comment!
Are you planning to sell a complete kit?
Hi, at the moment I’ve no plans to sell kits. Too busy being retired 🙂. Thanks for asking though!
Well done sir!!! After watching hundreds of half ass van builds....this is spectacular!!!
Thanks, Michael. I just wanted to do something different.
I don’t need a mini-van but now I want one! The layout, attention to detail and common sense put into this van is on another level!!!! 👍🏼
Get one! Our other car is a Mk7 GTI. We could be twins 🙂
"Firm back for sofa mode"....that's what I was looking for....THAT makes this build PERFECTION!!!
If you ever want to sell, let me know.....🔥😍😍🔥
What a beautiful work of art! I'm in awe. Thank you for sharing your wonderful creation!
I THINK THIS IS THE BEST MINI VAN BUILD I HAVE EVER SEEN THIS IS SO NEAT AND CLEAN YOU SHOULD GET AN AWARD THANKS FOR SHOWING IT ON TH-cam
Thanks! I appreciate it
This guy is the mini-van conversion master! Wow..The most neat and clean install I have seen!! His power distribution panel is more neat and organized than pro builders trying to sell their builds! He could make a fortune doing this as he is a genius! Awesome conversion..I remember how much I liked the original you did, this blows it away too!!
Thanks Chris, I really appreciate your kind words!
Love the Cabinets, cross bars and hooks!!!!
Wow.....best mini van camper so far. Love it. I could definitely live in it. Very creative....
Thanks, I appreciate the comment!
What workmanship! So very talented. Nice build.
You could easily sell your plans for these. Ive been wondering how to attach and wire a solar panel to mine for camping, and this is the best solution ive seen.
You sir, are a true professional…beyond amazing! This is every minivan camper owners’ dream. 😂 Very beautiful and incredibly functional. ❤️❤️
Thank you very much! I appreciate your comment and thanks for taking the time to write it.
Smart smart smart ! great ideas and very skilled execution. Grateful that you took the time to share with us. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
This is by FAR the best minivan conversion I have seen! I just bought a 2020 Sienna three months ago and have been trying to figure out how I want to convert it and how to put solar on the roof. You give me some GREAT ideas! Thank you for the video.
I'm glad you found this useful. I'm always happy to answer questions so don't hesitate if you have any.
I just bought a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. This is total survival van!
Wow, Bruce! What a gorgeous build! I’d love one of those! I’m incredibly impressed with your handyman skills.😮
Not having any of those skills, at least not yet, I’ll have to do something a little simpler, but I will aspire to someday having a van is beautiful and well outfitted as yours.
Thank you for your generosity and thoughtful sharing of your many creative ideas and meticulous attention to detail.😮
Wishing you and your partner many safe and exciting adventures. Whoever your partner is is lucky indeed. 😊
Hi Diana, thanks for such a nice comment - makes me feel good to know I've been able to leave a positive impact on someone. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts!
I’ve got a 2019 Sienna SE. It is amazing to see what’s possible with some imagination and ingenuity. I’ve got a lot of the former but lack on the latter. Really like what you did. Very thoughtful and clean design.
Best mini van setup I’ve seen so far. Great ideas..professional instal..wow
What a genius. Great workmanship.
This is nuts! I can't believe it - my mind is blown..I'm still trying to build a basic plywood bed, lol
Beautiful build! Electrical system especially is very sophisticated plus your innovations with ventilation are impressive! Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for taking the time to write such a nice comment. I appreciate it!
You could open up a hospital surgical suite in there. This is something else! I’m getting ready to buy & now am sold on the Sienna. They keep saying you have to ruin the van for resale if you do this stuff but you have definitively proved them wrong. Woman by myself but I’m inspired! Really have work to be proud of there! Hope you have wonderful camping! Love that sweater, btw! Thanks for a great video!
I'm so glad you were inspired by my build. As far as minivans go, it's hard to go wrong with a Sienna. The big ticket items (engines and transmissions) last a long time but maintenance is still crucial, as always. Happy adventures to you!
Super impressive! I have a sienna van occupied with the twins car seat. I want to covert the van just like yours when the van retires as the family hauler. I am subscribed now Thanks for the great inspirational video!
I stumbled upon your video and I’m glad I did! I own a ‘00 Sienna, 203K miles. It runs great and I’m contemplating selling it because the whole ‘soccer mom’ image. I’ve had ideas on how to modify my sienna (not performance wise) and this video has given me great insight on how to go about doing it. Thank you!
Thanks for commenting. Don’t be concerned about image. Turns out, it doesn’t matter, nobody really cares. I’ve come around to realizing that after decades of thinking what you drive matters. As for minivans, they’re the ultimate SUV when you trick them out for camping - road tripping - hauling.
You are SO CLEVER! You remind me of my dad, who was also a handy engineer🙂
Love the craftsmanship!
Thanks so much, I appreciate it!
Fantastic build. I agree with below comments that this is the best build I have seen on a Sienna.
Thanks, glad you like it!
This is fitted better than most production class b vans. Wow.
The attention to detail is truly impressive!!!! ❤
Thanks, Will, I appreciate your comment!
WOW!
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Magnificent attention to detail.
I will definitely be using some of these ideas.
Thanks for the enthusiastic comment, you definitely made my day!