I have a 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and I camp in it all over the country.. Im 6’4”, 230 lbs. I have a fridge in the back I plug into the rear 12 volt outlet. I have weather tech covers for all windows. I keep all rear seats folded down and I have a foton that is 7’ by 52 inches and 6 inches thick. It folds up when not in use. I keep all gear in the back next to the fridge and use the foton as a barrier. I’ve been to all lower 48 states in all types of weather. I now have driven 173,000 mile and will be back on the road next week. Love my van it handles great with plenty of power and a 9 speed trans.
@@gmorrow2008 Any custom shop for RV etc can install a gas webasto heater which the smallest one will heat up 60 below 0 becuase its tiny space:) thats if your in freezing weather etc or just like it cozy warm:)
I used to live in a camper van for about two and a half years, that's him and the thumbnail. I never worried about being stealthy at all and he was very noticeable. The main thing I did was when I was in town I always parked somewhere that had 24-hour businesses. And that's the only time I ever got the knock on the door was when I parked in a Walmart parking lot that was not 24-hour! 😂 The poor security guy was so sweet and he even told me where to park down by a 24-hour fitness and said I would not be bothered there and I wasn't! When I'm traveling I love to park at rest stops plenty of people. Noise does not bother me! I would say you have a nice setup, but you don't really have anything set up 🤣💜
Love the simplicity! I’m torn between a minivan and a small work van (ie., Promaster City, Transit Connect) and your video definitely makes the Pacifica appear to be a viable option! I’ve subscribed!
In the same boat right now. I want something to use as a daily driver but can also do double duty for camping trips in the summer. Envious of friend who have built up big long wheel base high roof sprinters/transits but living with one of those as a daily driver doesn't sound appealing
Minivans are much more feasible to camp in than commercial vans. Everybody knows you're camping in a commercial van because those don't typically sit around for days outside of work lots.
1300 people liked the video , but if all of them subscribed to his channel he could be monetized. Good job dude. I just bought a 2021 Pacifica. I love it! I rented a hybrid for a month when my prior vehicle, a jeep, was in an accident. I knew then I’d own one eventually. I used to go stealth in my Jeep grand Cherokee overland summit. So this is going to be much better. I don’t have the inverter so I bought a plug in. Mostly for the induction portable stove I have.
Me too. I bought a GT Caravan from Dodge. I drove from Florida to Arizona and California to visit family. I-10 rest stops or Cracker Barrel was perfect. I ran a fridge off that 110 as I drove. Milk and cereal and Sandwiches.
Great video. My Hyundai Santa Fe had a panoramic sunroof and it was great for ventilation, plus I got to go to sleep looking at the stars. Now I'm in a Sienna minivan with a regular sunroof. On a positive note, that gives me a lot more headroom but I miss lying in bed, looking at the stars.
I ran into that issue just last weekend. I was at a campsite next to a stream in Tennessee. Underneath the leaf litter, the ground became saturated and was very slippery. I quickly buried the van back tire and was stuck. Fortunately, we had a hard freeze that night, about 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the ground froze, I was able to get traction. I'm not going to lie, I would have loved 4WD and another couple inches of clearance. Thanks again, Joe.
Don't give up. I have the same van/color but your right, totally blends if parked in right place. Love the hotel parking idea. Would love to see more from you. Best wishes. Perry
I loved your video. I have a 2020 hybrid and I pretty much the same set up as yours and so glad you literally explained everything for people who might be interested in a pacifica. The only thing with my van is that I don't have the sto-n-go due to mine being a hybrid. so I have both my middle row seats in a garage back home.
I have a dodge Caravan gen 1 I’ve tried to explain to others that stealth is key. I’m looking forward to possible pacification electric batteries, can they be tapped into for ac or heat while parked?
I actually have a Chrysler Pacifica and am preparing to live in it full time. I am curious about the insulation. Does it seem to retain heat once your windows are covered?I am more concerned about being cold. My van only has the front two sunroofs. I had not thought about using the sunroof for lighting and ventilation. Thanks for sharing.
I have a 2017 Pacifica also and I love love it for camping. Could you do a video on removing the second row seats? I cannot find how to do it. Thank you!
I’m looking at getting a Pacifica or Yukon 2016 for full time living and part time hauling job. I love everything about Pacifica mostly the good gas mileage, but I’m scared about the hauling capacity. Can it haul a trailer attached?
If you can afford it, the way to go on minivans these days? Toyota Sienna Hybrid The hybrid version acts like a generator. You can set whatever temperature that you need and it will go into heat or cold and keep you comfortable in the Arizona dessert in July. Yes it's more money. But it does save on gas. And nothing beats it for reliability.
I use one of those tri-folding exercise mats that you can get at any Walmart or Target. Then I lay with my head towards the back of the vehicle. That really negates that bit of hump when the floor transitions to the rear folding seats.
I just bought a 2022 Pacifica and want to remove the 3rd row seats to have all that room. Can this be done? I’m hoping so and who would do this? Appreciate your answer or others out there who have done this
I have a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica camper van and have removed all my 3rd seats and one of my second row seats. It can be done! I built a kitchen with slide out drawer and sink in back and my frig plugs into 12 volt at back. Also built a fold out bed platform on one side with a trifold matress. It is very cozy and have been on several extended trips a few weeks at a time.
I have yet to see one for sale used by a dealer that has the sunroof. Then again, I'll likely be carrying a 12' surfboard on the roof (I doubt it will fit inside) so the sunroof might not be so useful after all! And a surfboard on the roof overnight sort of kills the whole idea of stealth. We'll see.
I have a 07 Pacifica touring loved it till now cant get parts because Chrysler quit making them in 2020 . So no I have no backup lights , brake lights or blinkers people take care of there automobiles to enjoy but when you cant get parts there of No use !
I've been warned about transmission issues with any Chrysler product. Truth be told, the only issue I've had so far ended up being a problem with the axillary start-stop battery. When the start-stop battery goes bad, the dashboard lights up like a Christmas tree and the van will not start. All I had to do was replace the battery. I think your milage will vary and there are comparable models from other manufacturers. I've heard great things about the Toyota Sienna.
I sleep at home WiFi library and IDC how much attention I get don't want me here turn my power on. I'm not broke they're saying I better build a bathroom before I get power. What do I need a bathroom for I have a gym membership and a toilet in a tent. When I get a visitor I show them the toilet and they leave for bathroom. Perfect I don't want you here .
I am buying this car right now. It will come from the USA. But as European I will have no storage area under, because it will be a place for gas tanks 😂
There's a fire crotch that had one of the nice big old vans she would drive everywhere and do stories and stuff like that it all ended when she got stuck in the east in a heat storm and she and she couldn't afford to run the air conditioner. Casey Roman she doesn't van life anymore. It's not about space that makes you comfortable it's climate control.
Not really cuz they are unreliable as hell . Not a vehicle you want for long distance travel and I can vouge first hand on that I just traded my 2021 in after 6 months of nothing but issues in and out of the shop and all with under 10,000 miles . I have old 25-30 year old vehicles with 200,000 + miles with almost non existent issues . 1994 Ford Aerostar XLT 4x4 234,000 original miles
Here are two mistakes this man has made.... look at the beginning of this video and you will see a rod with his so called black material behind his head.... He thinks that the material is black. But since it reflective, it's not. A cop shines his flashlight into the car and his light will shine back at him giving you away. The best material to use is black velvet. It's really black but with no reflections. It eats light. Since black is not a color, it simply is the absence of all light. His other mistake is that he has done the channel in the cloth for the rod at the top of the fabric leaving empty space of 6" above it. You will want to create that channel in the fabric with at least 7" of material above the channel that the rod goes through. Then you have that extra fabric filling in that gap.
Thanks Chris for the ideas. I agree, velvet would be even better, or maybe even felt. As far as the gap, I initially thought the same thing. I tested this at night by closing the curtains and putting a small light on inside the back of the van. I wasn't able to see anything through the windshield. Admittedly, I'm a taller guy. Maybe if I was shorter, I would have seen the gap. Thanks again!
I have a 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and I camp in it all over the country.. Im 6’4”, 230 lbs. I have a fridge in the back I plug into the rear 12 volt outlet. I have weather tech covers for all windows. I keep all rear seats folded down and I have a foton that is 7’ by 52 inches and 6 inches thick. It folds up when not in use. I keep all gear in the back next to the fridge and use the foton as a barrier. I’ve been to all lower 48 states in all types of weather. I now have driven 173,000 mile and will be back on the road next week. Love my van it handles great with plenty of power and a 9 speed trans.
Wow, that's a lot of miles 💜
That's really cool! I feel like a giant in mine at 6' lol.
Do you have to run the engine to have power in the 12 volt outlet. What do you use for heat?
@@gmorrow2008 Any custom shop for RV etc can install a gas webasto heater which the smallest one will heat up 60 below 0 becuase its tiny space:) thats if your in freezing weather etc or just like it cozy warm:)
can you put a link to the futon?
I used to live in a camper van for about two and a half years, that's him and the thumbnail. I never worried about being stealthy at all and he was very noticeable. The main thing I did was when I was in town I always parked somewhere that had 24-hour businesses. And that's the only time I ever got the knock on the door was when I parked in a Walmart parking lot that was not 24-hour! 😂 The poor security guy was so sweet and he even told me where to park down by a 24-hour fitness and said I would not be bothered there and I wasn't! When I'm traveling I love to park at rest stops plenty of people. Noise does not bother me! I would say you have a nice setup, but you don't really have anything set up 🤣💜
I loved the video. Thanks! I just purchased my 2017 Pacifica yesterday.
I love it!
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Living in it.
Digging it. ✌️❤️
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Parking at the casino is also a good choice
Love the simplicity! I’m torn between a minivan and a small work van (ie., Promaster City, Transit Connect) and your video definitely makes the Pacifica appear to be a viable option! I’ve subscribed!
In my opinion it’s larger than the vehicles you name. Certainly the same size.
Did you get a Pacifica?
I did.
I love it!
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In the same boat right now. I want something to use as a daily driver but can also do double duty for camping trips in the summer. Envious of friend who have built up big long wheel base high roof sprinters/transits but living with one of those as a daily driver doesn't sound appealing
Minivans are much more feasible to camp in than commercial vans. Everybody knows you're camping in a commercial van because those don't typically sit around for days outside of work lots.
1300 people liked the video , but if all of them subscribed to his channel he could be monetized. Good job dude. I just bought a 2021 Pacifica. I love it! I rented a hybrid for a month when my prior vehicle, a jeep, was in an accident. I knew then I’d own one eventually. I used to go stealth in my Jeep grand Cherokee overland summit. So this is going to be much better. I don’t have the inverter so I bought a plug in. Mostly for the induction portable stove I have.
Great job.. we do the same with our pacifica. My husband and I are in our 70s and we find we have plenty of room and a restful sleep
Me too. I bought a GT Caravan from Dodge. I drove from Florida to Arizona and California to visit family. I-10 rest stops or Cracker Barrel was perfect. I ran a fridge off that 110 as I drove. Milk and cereal and Sandwiches.
Keith Foulks , How does the fridge work when you are not driving?
@@suzannedavis168 It gets cold enough during the drive and than stays cold over night. Resume, repeat. Lunch meat, milk and yogurt.
Good info, love the moonroofs! How do you hang the curtains near the front?
Thanks for a great video. The Pacifica seems like a great van.
Great usage of the van. I’d do exactly how you do it. Thanks for sharing.
Great van and setup, thanks for the demonstration.
I use the same 26k Anker powerbank and charge also laptops with it (using PD/USB C).
Nice simple set up! Thanks for sharing. Enjoy!🚗
Great video. My Hyundai Santa Fe had a panoramic sunroof and it was great for ventilation, plus I got to go to sleep looking at the stars. Now I'm in a Sienna minivan with a regular sunroof. On a positive note, that gives me a lot more headroom but I miss lying in bed, looking at the stars.
We camp in our 2018 Pacifica. The only drawback so far is the limited ground clearance for some remote spots we like to camp at
I ran into that issue just last weekend. I was at a campsite next to a stream in Tennessee. Underneath the leaf litter, the ground became saturated and was very slippery. I quickly buried the van back tire and was stuck. Fortunately, we had a hard freeze that night, about 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the ground froze, I was able to get traction. I'm not going to lie, I would have loved 4WD and another couple inches of clearance. Thanks again, Joe.
Don't give up. I have the same van/color but your right, totally blends if parked in right place. Love the hotel parking idea. Would love to see more from you. Best wishes. Perry
Have you thought about removing the center console so you can easily walk from the drivers seat to the back?
"Belt and Suspenders" as an adjective. Love it! @9:22
Do you use that heater in your van? Could you make a video of how you use it
I loved your video. I have a 2020 hybrid and I pretty much the same set up as yours and so glad you literally explained everything for people who might be interested in a pacifica. The only thing with my van is that I don't have the sto-n-go due to mine being a hybrid. so I have both my middle row seats in a garage back home.
Do you have storage in at least the passenger side stow?
I have a dodge Caravan gen 1 I’ve tried to explain to others that stealth is key. I’m looking forward to possible pacification electric batteries, can they be tapped into for ac or heat while parked?
Just bought a 2017 Pacifica last week. Got a fantastic deal even in a bad market.
Dope Video Bud!
You have a nice and comfortable setup. I just finished making a bed in my suv. I'm going to road trip across America this year.
Soooo, how’s it goin out there?
The Pacifica is a great stealth van. I have heard the Toyota Sienna Hybrid is also a great option, especially if you need air conditioning
So does the Pacifica allow you to run the a/c overnight, like the Sienna and Prius?
@@allisonboston5738 you can off the hybrid battery yes
@@allisonboston5738 Doesnt it go off after some time because of stop and go time limits?
I have a zero breeze for air conditioning in my Pacifica.
@@allisonboston5738if you have a hybrid. There’s a hack to do it.
We buy one 2 months ago hybrid
Very spacious at the back when the 2 seats is off because the battery and the back seats is in the floor
4feet /7 feet
Thanks!!!! Enjoyed the information and how you set it up.
Thanks for sharing your video. How are you hanging in the curtains in the front of your van?
I put a cable tie loop around the end of the visors and use a round rod. I leave the loops on all the time.
I have a compression rod right now. Truth be told, I don't love that aspect and I'm actively thinking about how to improve it.
I want to know what kettle you are using. Most I see are high wattage. Please tell.
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Great ad line for Chrysler "a totally forgettable vehicle" 🤣
I have a Pacifica and hope to use it for camping next summer. I'm also a big coffee drinker. How do you make your coffee in the morning?
I use a walmart knock-off jetboil... the Stryker. I also use either starbucks Vias if I'm in a hurry or an aeropress if I'm feeling fancy.
I love this! I have a Jeep renegade and would like it if you would share ideas that would fit. Thanks!
Great job happy trails
Anyone have an issue with a abs module? Chrysler doesn't make the part anymore. Any owners have a solution?
Please keep doing more good videos! Please!
solid! hybrid version would be nice - and PV surface mounted (dark)
Only issue with Hybrid is you can’t stow and go because of the battery.
I actually have a Chrysler Pacifica and am preparing to live in it full time. I am curious about the insulation. Does it seem to retain heat once your windows are covered?I am more concerned about being cold. My van only has the front two sunroofs.
I had not thought about using the sunroof for lighting and ventilation.
Thanks for sharing.
can you leave the heat/ac on all night?
No because people will see that your vehicle is running and know that someone is inside of their
I have a 2017 Pacifica also and I love love it for camping. Could you do a video on removing the second row seats? I cannot find how to do it. Thank you!
Hi Jamie! I found this video that shows how to use the Stow-n-Go seats th-cam.com/video/VqzSsSUXfMs/w-d-xo.html hope this helps!
Chrysler in general makes shoddy, cheap and unreliable vehicles.. they look great though.
I removed all my seats but one with a 15mm socket wrench. Just be careful unplugging the wiring but it is definitely doable and well worth it.
I’m looking at getting a Pacifica or Yukon 2016 for full time living and part time hauling job. I love everything about Pacifica mostly the good gas mileage, but I’m scared about the hauling capacity. Can it haul a trailer attached?
I have read it's rated for 3600 lb towing but you should check on that with the dealer or Chrysler, don't just trust what the internet says.
Love your setup.
If you can afford it, the way to go on minivans these days? Toyota Sienna Hybrid The hybrid version acts like a generator. You can set whatever temperature that you need and it will go into heat or cold and keep you comfortable in the Arizona dessert in July. Yes it's more money. But it does save on gas. And nothing beats it for reliability.
That is perfect. Nice video. Thanks
What year is your van?
Lots of great info😀👍
Glad you think so!
How do you compensate for the hump where you sleep ?
I use one of those tri-folding exercise mats that you can get at any Walmart or Target. Then I lay with my head towards the back of the vehicle. That really negates that bit of hump when the floor transitions to the rear folding seats.
Does that back roof window open. I sleep 4 and transports 4 so i had to engineer differently
Oh man. I wish it did. Unfortunately, no.
I just bought a 2022 Pacifica and want to remove the 3rd row seats to have all that room. Can this be done? I’m hoping so and who would do this? Appreciate your answer or others out there who have done this
I have a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica camper van and have removed all my 3rd seats and one of my second row seats. It can be done! I built a kitchen with slide out drawer and sink in back and my frig plugs into 12 volt at back. Also built a fold out bed platform on one side with a trifold matress. It is very cozy and have been on several extended trips a few weeks at a time.
yes auto repair shop or handyman
thanks for sharing!
Is this just for camping? I can’t imagine living with such a meager amount of things we need to live.
I didn't inspect the Chrysler Pacifica to be that fast it definitely has a lot of torque
I have yet to see one for sale used by a dealer that has the sunroof. Then again, I'll likely be carrying a 12' surfboard on the roof (I doubt it will fit inside) so the sunroof might not be so useful after all! And a surfboard on the roof overnight sort of kills the whole idea of stealth. We'll see.
congratulations. subscribed!
How is the reliability of the Pacifica?
I have a 07 Pacifica touring loved it till now cant get parts because Chrysler quit making them in 2020 . So no I have no backup lights , brake lights or blinkers people take care of there automobiles to enjoy but when you cant get parts there of No use !
@@margaretgarcia5021 that sucks.
I've been warned about transmission issues with any Chrysler product. Truth be told, the only issue I've had so far ended up being a problem with the axillary start-stop battery. When the start-stop battery goes bad, the dashboard lights up like a Christmas tree and the van will not start. All I had to do was replace the battery. I think your milage will vary and there are comparable models from other manufacturers. I've heard great things about the Toyota Sienna.
What model is that?
This is the 2017 limited model
Some useful info. Thanks.
Quiero una 🥰
Well done!
Where other videos?
I heard they ride unbelievable
You heard right, very comfortable ride.
Power out home since hurricane 🌀 Francine and I have a hybrid. I'm still in the car 11/16/24
I sleep at home WiFi library and IDC how much attention I get don't want me here turn my power on. I'm not broke they're saying I better build a bathroom before I get power. What do I need a bathroom for I have a gym membership and a toilet in a tent. When I get a visitor I show them the toilet and they leave for bathroom. Perfect I don't want you here .
Very cool
Great Van...❤️
The plug in hybrid is the better option
I am buying this car right now. It will come from the USA. But as European I will have no storage area under, because it will be a place for gas tanks 😂
Hybrid?
i love my pacifica too lol
There's a fire crotch that had one of the nice big old vans she would drive everywhere and do stories and stuff like that it all ended when she got stuck in the east in a heat storm and she and she couldn't afford to run the air conditioner. Casey Roman she doesn't van life anymore. It's not about space that makes you comfortable it's climate control.
reflectives are made to reflect sunlight. If they aren’t being used for that they serve zero purpose. They don’t insulate at all either.
I have to say that according to Consumer Reports your minivan is *&@^&$% compared to the Sienna. Any comments....???
I have a 2017 and I love it!
I like it.
wrong
@@wayne8268 "wrong"....??? About what? Speak up man!
Keep an eye on the hoods they rust in the front of the hood
Will do. any suggestion how to prevent issues? Just repairing paint chips?
@@vanlifetripping681 Not chips it is a paint defect from the factory. They repainted mine at no cost.
Not really cuz they are unreliable as hell . Not a vehicle you want for long distance travel and I can vouge first hand on that I just traded my 2021 in after 6 months of nothing but issues in and out of the shop and all with under 10,000 miles . I have old 25-30 year old vehicles with 200,000 + miles with almost non existent issues . 1994 Ford Aerostar XLT 4x4 234,000 original miles
A bad apple maybe.
Oh man. Sorry to hear that. What was the issue?
You probably got a dreaded pandemic year-built vehicle, all manufacturers got a spike in problems.
Limo tint the back
Hospitals motels truck stops car dealerships car repair places truck stops nursing homes casinos
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Your not living in your car your just trying to sale the vehicle
Here are two mistakes this man has made.... look at the beginning of this video and you will see a rod with his so called black material behind his head.... He thinks that the material is black. But since it reflective, it's not. A cop shines his flashlight into the car and his light will shine back at him giving you away. The best material to use is black velvet. It's really black but with no reflections. It eats light. Since black is not a color, it simply is the absence of all light. His other mistake is that he has done the channel in the cloth for the rod at the top of the fabric leaving empty space of 6" above it. You will want to create that channel in the fabric with at least 7" of material above the channel that the rod goes through. Then you have that extra fabric filling in that gap.
Thanks Chris for the ideas. I agree, velvet would be even better, or maybe even felt. As far as the gap, I initially thought the same thing. I tested this at night by closing the curtains and putting a small light on inside the back of the van. I wasn't able to see anything through the windshield. Admittedly, I'm a taller guy. Maybe if I was shorter, I would have seen the gap. Thanks again!
Black out curtains even better and I velcroed mine to the ceiling so no gap
No you can have a shower trust me i have did it when i was in Vermont for winter last year 2022 .
is your van a hybrid?