Car Camping Cooling + Ventilation to Stop Condensation
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ต.ค. 2021
- Waking up wet will make you wince. But for real, we were sick of waking up feeling like we were in the splash zone. Having just a little airflow through your car or SUV camper will make it way more comfortable. We’ve been pointing the fan in, which wasn’t the original plan but it feels amazing. One of these paired with a window covering that allows you to crack a window or two makes it way better. Dimensions will vary quite a bit based on your vehicle so I didn’t make a .pdf guide for this one.
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Thank you sir for showing this in 3 and 1/2 minutes. I'm sure you invested three and a half hours in making it plus shooting and editing. Thanks for respecting our time, I wish all TH-cam videos are made this way.
I’m so happy you noticed. Most intros are 3 1/2 minutes haha. Drives me crazy.
@@MattTheDesigner 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽👍🏽🙌🏽
As a lifelong SUV camper who has watched a LOT of videos, this is one of the best I've seen! Thank you for being clear, concise, and providing such valuable information.
Thank you so much Misti!
I like the fact you give credit where credit is due.
🤯This is exactly what I was looking for tips to make, and you explain it so beautifully and succinctly. Brilliant!
Thank you! Make sure you watch the newer one. I take this idea to the extreme in the second half of the video.
Your designs are inspiring.
You make me want to go car camping, and I’m NOT even INTO car camping, lol. That is a darn impressive feat, dude.
I love these easy but rewarding modification for car camping. Big thumbs up.
That black material is awesome, I’m gonna order some for my other windows. I just bought corrugated plastic sheets for my back door windows, with a big rectangle cut out for a screen
I just found your channel and watched a couple of your window ideas… it reminds me of the 70’s when my older siblings would cut wood lattice to fit the shape of their non moving back side windows of their VW Bugs and Vans but with a modern day techy twist!!
Well done my friend. I like the fact that you think out of the box and come up with your own way of battling different challenges. Keep up with the good work 👍👏🙏
Thanks! I hope it helps you do the same.
Best video I’ve seen on this subject
Someone finally did it. I've been imagining something like this but don't have the mind to create it. Thank you for sharing
I know that feeling! Let me know if you give it a shot.
Thank you for the awesome video! I just ordered all the supplies to make one for my Chevy Tahoe's sunroof. Can't wait to use this on my next camping trip!
I love this! Especially being able to reverse the fan. I also deeply appreciate keeping mosquitoes, Hell's state bird, out of the vehicle.
Looks like you found it. 😁
Thank you! Your builds are amazing.
Great idea, great video. Simple and practical. Thank you!
Great. I was thinking in a way to use the sunroof to get some ventilation , and your idea is great. Thanks
This is awesome. I have a back window that rolls down. I’d probably add more holes to allow for air flow or mounting more fans.
This was a great idea. Thank you.
Dude I need more videos from you. Youre a genius. My dog and I want to thank you for this
Haha. Watch the newer one. It’s way more powerful!
If only I had a sunroof.. Awesome video. 👍 👍
Yet another excellent video! Stay Safe Have Fun!
Thanks again Mitch
awesome. so clean and minimal.
Cool I ordered the fans and magnets. that's a great way to reverse directions
Brilliant and clever use of magnets
Thank you Mr. Leonardelli!
Thank you very much for this information. I've been wondering about how to do this and it is much better than anything I would have come up with :-)
That's awesome! Well done Matt!
Why thank you Matt! haha.
Absolutely amazing I need one of these.
Sweet and short and very well delivered, not the usual US waffle! Well done matey 👍
Sounds like being a Waffle is not a good thing. Glad you liked it Shaun!
loved your video and you!
awesome and inspirational
I like the magnet idea so you can reverse it. Plus these pc style fans are designed for long run hrs. I'm setting up the 120m version in my rv/camper. Yes there are larger fans for the roof vents but I wanted something that will draw minimal power I can leave on.
They go forever!
Dude this is awesome!!
Great idea and execution! Thank you!
Thank you Mary B!
Glad to hear your going to start posting more I love your continent. I live in my CRV full-time. For a year now it’s been really awesome been looking to go to a van unless I can collaborate with someone to make my CRV more livable.
That's great to hear Jon! Every time I post I think "Will anyone care about this?" haha. More content coming soon!
Iv been looking into solar power, I have a 200ah deep cycle battery on a 750 watt inverter, runs my fan and charges my tablet. I live in Florida I need to be able to run my ac in the summer but it cost a lot in gas, so I’m looking into solar generators they seem awesome, the delta pro is what I think I’m getting.
@@jonmoney6289 That is definitely on my list. Right now I'm just using small battery packs. I've been experimenting with making a big one but may end myself in the process.
This is a great invention. Just what you need to make sure you don't end up in a mouldy car. Thanks...
Thanks for watching @lone982
Brilliant and it looks awesome not DIY thrown together. 👍
Great job! Thx for ideas
Great video!
Great Video Thanks I will try !!
Sweet idea!!! Want to try this out on my 4Runner. Thanks!!
Wow I love this!
Excellent... your creativeness is WTF. Subbed, belled 💪
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Many thanks. I though about this for long.
Thanks for sharing. Great vid. Thanks.
Thank you sir. Your stuff is amazing and I can’t wait to get on it!
Let me know how it turns out!!
I ordered the ABC and work on the cooling system just like Matt. To keep it simple, I only install the USB 5V fan (it comes with 4 long screws to hold two fan guards, I just use it to fasten fan to the ABS) and filter and let the cable drop to armrest and connect to power bank. I didn't use magnets nor net (hold power bank) for this project. It is not easy to get exact fit. Every sunroof is different. I try to get it to cover whole sunroof, but it is too difficult to get it fit and not easy to put it in and take it out. After many tries, I end up reduce the size to half of my sunroof sunroof sliding shade to get support. Sometime sunroof won't be able to close. DIYer need to try it out and the size is not always a straight line (for my case it is a curve). If you decide to go for 3/4 of full sunroof size. (which I don't think is needed, all you need is one or two inch bigger than the fan size.), you might need additional support because the ABS is too filmy. Yet it is still difficult to cut with knife. DIYer can add one more layer in few areas to get additional support.
The sunroof now can be closed and opened and tilted and I can easily take it out and put it in even inside the car. It is easier for DIYer who doesn't have a lot of tools. My suggestion for people don't have a lot of tools, don't try to cover it all the way. As to the circle hole for the fan. If DIYer doesn't have the right tool, I suggest DIYer drill small holes along the circle, cut it open and sand paper it. That is much easier. I have an used 8CM "Thermaltake Mobile Fan II Adjustable Speed External USB Cooling Fan with One-touch Retractable USB power cable box for Notebook Laptop Desktop. A1888" I take the leg off and it is perfect for me. DIYer can try something else because it is not cheap and only 12CM is available. Or DIY a speed control. My project finished. The only thing I bought is ABS.
Thanks to Matt. Now I need a tarp to cover the "tilted sunroof" in case of raining night.
loving this!!!! 🥰
This was a great idea. I'm going to make a version of this for my 2009 G37 Coupe. Thanks for the video. I subscribed 😁👌
Thanks for the sub!
Pure Genius! 🤜🤛
Pretty Good!
I'm pretty sure my "build" is about to be mostly yours ideas. I searched for how to turn my sunroof into fan system, and it led me here. Obsessed now.
Glad I could help! Thanks A
Talicia.
Thanks!
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thank you
Nice idea
😂😂😂I literally just watched minimalist Mikey's video negué watching this one.
Very cool
Saw this because it came up as an ad in my feed…. So, congratulations on that working for you.
Serious question: as a viewer how do you feel about a creator doing that. I put a lil money into boosting it to get more data to figure how to make the vids better.
@@MattTheDesigner Like it or not, it’s proven to be successful. Do I “like” being force fed videos I didn’t ask for? Nope, but who does? Who wants to be forcibly exposed to things against their will? I can’t think of anyone that wants to be controlled by advertising, but the facts are it can be and absolute was in this case.
As for improvement on future vids- do more. IMO, increasing your video content will come with not just repetition (but that alone helps) but making sure you create content that you truly want to create content on because you want to offer up help to others. On the last part- be genuine, and don’t try to fake it.
Brilliant!
Thanks for sharing Good Stuff
Wise guy! ... literally!
My dad used the term Wise A$$.
Glue magnets inside of a sunroof wind deflector to make the sunroof more rain-proof. You can lay bug screen down and the magnetized sunroof deflector will hold down half while magnets can hold the rest.
Wow I want to do it!! 2011 Toyota Sienna
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Genius!
Whoa that's awesome
That’s grouse! 👍👍
So cool
Nice!!!!
awesome!
I really like this but I have a lower sunroof panel as well but I can always remove it when I’m traveling. I have a full size overhead sunroof. You’ve given me an idea though.
Ty sir
great
Ohh okay yah that's pretty neat.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I’m doing this! 😂 my brain was like what if I could do this and boom lead me here.
Watch my most recent video. It’s an upgraded version.
I’m gonna try to alter this for my rear windows!
Would love the hear how it turns out!
Thank you! I am still debating whether to buy a "basic" trim used Sienna or Odyssey (w/out the standard sunroof) or the next trim(s) up (w/ std sunroof). The only thing I worry about is the mice eating the flimsier mesh. I think I would use a metal mesh instead, although I don't know if mice will still eat the plastic sheet to come in.
Love it that the fan is reversible! Can help cool down the interior in warm weather by pulling air in or let the heat (and fart smells) escape first when it is too hot which the hotter air accumulates near the top by pushing the air out.
I’ve been shocked by some of the things I’ve seen mice chew through. They could in theory chew through the plastic if given enough time but we’re always moving from place to place so no mice so far.
Absolutely fantastic! Can the fan be reversed? Is it better to be blowing into or out of the vehicle? I have a 2011 and if you have the same generation, I would love if you could share the main dimensions? If you ever do a PDF (I’m sure you’ve had lots of inquiries), please let me know :). Love all the detailed thought and research you’ve put into things... thank you for being so kind in sharing with us!
The plan was to blow out but it feels nice to have fresh air flowing in so we usual turn it in. It's a 2014 CRV. The main dimensions are 29.25" x 18.5". Other than that it's just drilling/cutting a few holes. Glad you're enjoying the channel!
Sweet
Yooo, I used computer fans to install aside my wall vents on my ambulance…. Works perfectly, one pulls air in and one pushes air out!
Sounds cool. I didn't know a Mutt was capable of such things! Haha
Hello, helpful video, thx. Looking for a way to install vent fan for 2004 chevy suburban w/o sunroof. Drill hole in roof or window style. Roof vent best ,I think.
My Tahoe, z71 ,same year had the sunroof and heat would escape nicely. Good ol' Tahoe!
Thanks for such a great video. I love how clear and detailed you are. One question…did you need magnets for the fan feet as well, or just attached to the plastic panel?
Just the plastic.
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FYI this is the 1st video I saw of yours from the YT algorithm suggesting it, & immediately watched the other 3 (well, not all of the laptop 💻 sleeve one) & subscribed (I also liked them all as well) 👍🏽
Thanks Samuel! Happy to have you.
This makes me wish my Santa Fe had a sunroof - might have to retrofit this for side window installation!
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@@MattTheDesigner lol, clearly you can see I’m watching these out of order ;) You have a sub and a bell on. Looking forward to you blowing this channel up.
So simple and creative! I'm at the start of converting an SUV into a weekend camper. Have you ever heard of anyone modifying their vehicle's HVAC blower to ventilate the cabin? I've successfully isolated the blower to run off an external power source other than the vehicle's battery. Before I invest in the electronics to run the blower on low speed off a go-kart battery, I'm curious if I'm overlooking anything. It seems to be a different approach to having the windows open. Interestingly, using the blower avoids issues with rain and pulls air through the filter which means no bugs or particulates such as dust when in Moab. Maybe the solution doesn't work for every vehicle, but my vehicle's blower pulls in air from the outside when the car is off.
That’s a great idea. It would be cool if you could even plug it in at a campsite with an outlet. This is actually my girlfriend’s car (mine is too small) and she is currently against me doing things like this but maybe we’ll work our way up to it LOL. Sorry I don’t have any ideas for you. I’d love to hear how this works out.
make a video tyler
That's a great idea! I hope it goes well and you can share how with the rest of us.
sorry that I can't give you the link but some Dude with a camper van did just this... maybe search van air-con build - good luck
Did this go anywhere? Thinking a similar idea
This is brilliant, I will be copying it one day - just curious though - how is it resistant to rain? Surely if the sunroof is open water will get through?
Hey Lynda. The sunroof has a setting that lifts the back up a little rather than sliding the whole thing open. It’s made to keep light rain from getting in when it’s just cracked a little. So the sunroof does all the rain proofing not the thing I made. But if it’s a down pour you’ll probably get wet. Hope this helps.
This is gold! I just started setting up my Rav4 to camp outside work to save on gas. Also, I don't know if you've heard of the backseat bivy? I'm trying to find a cheaper solution, but I have a feeling you might be able to help.
Dang. $125 for a fabric square?? Plywood isn’t exactly cheap these days but for that same cost you could build a leveling platform that would be more comfortable. Check out my other builds if you haven’t.
I missed that bald head of yours m8! Awesome video as usual!
Haha. Another one coming soon… I hope.
Awesome video, it's simple and effective..love it. I have a question: how do you connect all 3 fans to the battery. I did not see the wires in the list to purchase. thanks
The usb wire in the fan has two connection points. One to plug into power and one to plug into another fan.
U should sell them! I would buy one in a heartbeat. Thanks for sharing!
Maybe some day when I have a big ol' shop haha. Thank you Brownjewel!
Great idea and neat idea. I want to try it. I wonder how does it handle heavy rain since we need to crack open the sunroof?
Heavy rain can get in. Especially if the wind is blowing so it’s not perfect.
Perfect solution to what I was looking for! Also looking to turn my CRV into a camper.
Any thoughts on temporary mounting of solar panels from something like a jackery?
That’s great to hear Johnson. I’m planning to do something like that in the future but in the mean time check out the short I posted about mounting a DIY roof rack. That might give you some solar mounting ideas.
HI there! You might find this video link useful..... th-cam.com/video/vgY0mJnrpo8/w-d-xo.html
I added a 100watt solar panel to the roof of my Subaru Forester using this as inspiration, and have it charging a Bluetti which runs my 12v fridge. I have it mounted between my roof cross bars with the magnets, and I added a pool noodle to the front bar so the wind would go up and over. I also added zip ties from my panel to the roof rails(for extra piece of mind) and a lock so it wouldn't walk away! It worked flawlessly on my drive out West and Back from PA.
Another video to watch is from the SUVRving channel...He mounts his solar panel to a cargo box. Hope these help!
I might do this just to vent the hot air air out in the summer while parked in the sun at work.
I think that would work really well. I used a 1000mah battery pack over night and it hardly drained the battery at all. So you could get multiple days of venting out of 1 charge.
You probably wouldn't need the filter to keep bugs out if you're not sleeping in it. That'd make the airflow even better.
Yaaaaass!
This idea just popped into my mind a few days ago to keep my dog and myself a little cooler on our trips, Wouldn't you know that I look on here to see if anyone had the same idea and here you are. I really like this a lot and plan to build one for 2008 Trailblazer. THANK YOU!!!
Sure thing Doug. I can’t take all the credit though. I had a similar experience.
Idea -> TH-cam -> Build Something Kinda Similar Kinda Different.
Thanks for sharing. I wonder whether the material comes in clear or some transparent shade. Everyone can use this idea no matter of whether or not they dwell, camp, … , or simply travel back and forth to work or doctors appointments.
I’m sure there is a semitransparent version out there somewhere. We leave this in all the time at this point. It’s totally out of the way and we don’t really notice it’s there.
This is perfect! Although do you think this will work or some other way that it can work for windows?
It’s on my list of things to try. I’m not sure it would be exactly the same but I bet something like it will work.
What a great idea! How does the power compare to a RV roof vent if i use two of those fans? Also, can I just turn them around to draw out hot air?
I think with two of them you’d be getting close to an RV fan. And yes you can just turn them around depending and which way you want the air to flow.
You could easily sell this. Brilliant!
I’ve thought about it. But I’d have to make so many different shapes and sizes. I have nowhere to put all that inventory haha. You got a warehouse I can borrow???
@@MattTheDesigner perhaps sell it as a kit?
@@brentfoster9138 hmmm. 🧐 you may be on to something there.
You definitely could sell it with everything already mounted on a plain rectangle of plastic. The buyer has to cut it to fit. If you wanted, you could include a folded up paper template that has lines printed for common sunroof shapes.
This is awesome. I've been looking for a DIY project to create my own fan like this. Love this idea. Is one enough for an SUV?
It works for ours. The plastic should be rigid enough to hold two of those fans though if you think you want more air.
@@MattTheDesigner thx man. Safe travels!
I bought 2 of the fans in your video but they are quite under powered. But still a great video
Working on over powering this thing.