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JustinTheVan
Добавлен 17 ноя 2013
Hey there, I'm Justin and I live in my 2023 Toyota Sienna minivan (I call her Vana Del Rey)
I'm traveling around the country living as a ~digital nomad~
All my dreams are coming true, and my life is a good old fashioned adventure
My background:
- born and raised in Michigan
- graduated from University of Michigan in 2021 with a Bachelors of Science in Mathematics
- got a remote job in 2021 working in data science
- started attending University of Virginia online for a Masters of Science in Data Science and will graduate in 2025
- built my van out of my grandpa's garage having 0 experience in woodworking, engineering, design, etc. (I knew nothing)
- started "full-time" Van-Life in January of 2024
- lived "part-time" Van-Life from 2022 to 2024 in a 2005 Lexus GX 470
YOU CAN LIVE THIS LIFESTYLE IF YOU WANT TO
Facebook, Tik-Tok, Instagram, Twitter, and even RUclips, to an extent, are destroying us
Social Media is the worst addiction in human-history, but it’s not too late
I'm traveling around the country living as a ~digital nomad~
All my dreams are coming true, and my life is a good old fashioned adventure
My background:
- born and raised in Michigan
- graduated from University of Michigan in 2021 with a Bachelors of Science in Mathematics
- got a remote job in 2021 working in data science
- started attending University of Virginia online for a Masters of Science in Data Science and will graduate in 2025
- built my van out of my grandpa's garage having 0 experience in woodworking, engineering, design, etc. (I knew nothing)
- started "full-time" Van-Life in January of 2024
- lived "part-time" Van-Life from 2022 to 2024 in a 2005 Lexus GX 470
YOU CAN LIVE THIS LIFESTYLE IF YOU WANT TO
Facebook, Tik-Tok, Instagram, Twitter, and even RUclips, to an extent, are destroying us
Social Media is the worst addiction in human-history, but it’s not too late
Видео
Mini-Podcast in a Mini-Van: 5 Vanlife parking tips learned from L.A. as a digital nomad
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1. Find areas with renters - not owners 2. Homeless people won't mess with you 3. Locals don't push in their side mirrors 4. Never sleep in the same place more than once each week 5. If you have to sleep in a permit area, leave by 8 a.m. and find another More to follow
my LIVE flustered vanlife encounter in L.A. as a digital nomad.... that turned out fine
Просмотров 5063 месяца назад
Let me know what you think. This is only my second encounter of this kind in all of my vanlife journey.
I turned 25 while living in my van // Malibu Beach Day // My Van-Life
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Just a fun video celebrating my birthday while living in the van in Malibu. Music: Jacques Couseau by The Worn Flints
Minivan Build [PART 4] for Van-Life // Bed + Couch, one of a kind // 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.4 месяца назад
This video is part 4 of my Minivan Build series for Van-life. Part 1: removing the rear seats Part 2: the floor Part 3: the cabinets Part 4: the bed couch Future videos will include: - the roof deck - the ventilation system (window sunroof) - the side-table - the electrical system I appreciate your time watching my videos, and my goal is to prove that the newest generation of Toyota Siennas are...
Van-Life in L.A. // I got an EQUINOX gym membership to make my digital nomad life perfect
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Van-Life in L.A. // I got an EQUINOX gym membership to make my digital nomad life perfect
My Van-Life: Dear Grandma,
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My grandma was the most amazing person I have ever known, and she will always be with me.
Vanlife Music Video: Beyoncé - Woman Like Me
Просмотров 3915 месяцев назад
Van Life [Season0, Episode22]: Beyoncé of the Cold, North Winter
Minivan Build [PART 3]: the cabinets // Solo Van-Life in 2023 Toyota Sienna AWD
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.5 месяцев назад
JUSTIN A VAN [Season0, Episode21]: Building the Cabinets // Vanlife Next Generation Part 3 of my van build series. Part 1: removing the seats Part 2: the floor
My Van-Life [Ep. #20]: Embarrassed Celebrity Encounter
Просмотров 2156 месяцев назад
JUSTIN A VAN [Season0, Episode20]: Embarrassed Celebrity Encounter // Vanlife Next Generation What is van life like in LA? Day #2
My Van-Life [Ep. #19]: Vanlife in LA Day 2
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JUSTIN A VAN [Season0, Episode19]: Vanlife in LA Day 2 // Vanlife Next Generation What is van life like in LA? Day #1
My Van-Life [Ep. #18]: Kombucha Dance Party at University of Oregon
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JUSTIN A VAN [Season0, Episode18]: Kombucha Dance Party at University of Oregon // Vanlife Next Generation I went to BNF kombucha in Eugene, OR for a kombucha dance party night.
My Van-Life [Ep. #17]: This Life Changed My View of the World @ChristianSchaffer?
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.6 месяцев назад
@ChristianSchaffer , if you are watching this and/or reading this, I want to hear what you think of the internet's impact on life, society, and the world. There are 264,000 people in the world that want to watch you live your life... What is that like? Do you feel normal or special? Does this define you? I want to hear from you. I think your fans want to hear from you. I think the world could l...
Climate control all night in the Hybrid Toyota Sienna // Van-Life in Yellowstone
Просмотров 26 тыс.6 месяцев назад
JUSTIN A VAN [Season0, Episode16]: Sienna Hybrid Climate Control All Night //Vanlife Next Generation I used my 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid's climate control all night long outside of Yellowstone when it was -34 degrees F outside. It's crazy how efficient these vans are. It's the next generation of vanlife.
My Van-Life: Thrifting with My Girlfriend
Просмотров 2426 месяцев назад
JUSTIN A VAN [Season0, Episode15]: Thrifting with My Girlfriend // Vanlife Next Generation Go thrifting with me as someone who lives in a minivan.
How I Van-Life: My Free Water System
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How I Van-Life: My Free Water System
How I Van-Life: Wake Up in Vancouver with Me
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How I Van-Life: Wake Up in Vancouver with Me
How I Van-Life: How Do I… Go to The Bathroom
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How I Van-Life: How Do I… Go to The Bathroom
My Van-Life [Ep. #5]: All Van-Life and No Play Makes Justin a Dull Boy
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My Van-Life [Ep. #5]: All Van-Life and No Play Makes Justin a Dull Boy
My Van-Life [Ep. #4]: A Terrifying Moment I'll Never Forget
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My Van-Life [Ep. #4]: A Terrifying Moment I'll Never Forget
How I Van-Life: Van Salad, Cook With Me in the Van
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How I Van-Life: Van Salad, Cook With Me in the Van
Van-Life the Prequel: I Lived in a Box
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Van-Life the Prequel: I Lived in a Box
How I Van-Life: Get Ready for Bed with Me in Billings, MT
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How I Van-Life: Get Ready for Bed with Me in Billings, MT
My Van-Life [Ep. #3]: Seeing Aliens? The Northern Lights? What?
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My Van-Life [Ep. #3]: Seeing Aliens? The Northern Lights? What?
Minivan Build [PART 2]: the floor // Solo Van-Life in 2023 Toyota Sienna AWD
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Minivan Build [PART 2]: the floor // Solo Van-Life in 2023 Toyota Sienna AWD
Minivan Build [PART 1]: removing the seats // Solo Van-Life in 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid
Просмотров 4,5 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Minivan Build [PART 1]: removing the seats // Solo Van-Life in 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid
My Van-Life [Ep. #2]: Mustache Privilege
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My Van-Life [Ep. #2]: Mustache Privilege
The incredible loneliness of Van-Life, from Maine // Solo Van-Life in 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid
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The incredible loneliness of Van-Life, from Maine // Solo Van-Life in 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid
My Van-Life [Ep. #1]: The Van - 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid AWD
Просмотров 119 тыс.11 месяцев назад
My Van-Life [Ep. #1]: The Van - 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid AWD
Any work planned to hook up the solar battery to the hybrid battery for AC in the summer van camping?
Toyota stealership. U overpaid bigly
OMG hybrid is the way to go!! I am more interested in the summer, but either way this is great.
Another good thing is running it all night will keep your battery charged and windows clear of condensation.
My next car, would you ever want to mod the front bumper and change it to a Black Knight bumper just for looks.
I have the 2021 Sienna Hybrid and I love it. The only thing that's been a pain in the ass for me is figuring out how to keep it running at the drive in movie theatre to hear the sound while also keeping the headlights off to not annoy the people parked behind me #firstworldproblems
I bet the engine loves running for 3 minutes every 10 minutes 😅
What a sweet setup and design!!
Hii!! Super cool! Or warm lol! How would you say AWD compares to 4WD?
This is interesting. My wife and I bought a new hybrid awd Sienna yesterday. Even though we are unlikely to spend the night in our Sienna, this is still good to know. We aren't far away, in Wyoming.
Surely ya'll can come up with some sort of excuse :P
Hi, How did you remove the seats and can they be put back in should you ever need them? Thanks
Hi. Having gone through a small trailer pulled with a Tundra and also a converted ambulance-RV, I've concluded that a Sienna hybrid would be the most ideal solution. Do you think you can do without your solar setup and your Ecoflow and just rely on the vehicle AC outlet? If it's doable, I can toss my solar station setup, Mr Buddy heater. I do carry a Gazelle gazebo tent with panels so when the winds are manageable I can shower and cook in the tent.
Idling your car isn't allowed in most places and for good reason. Don't be a baby
At least 80%of this video should have been cut
What mileage are you actually getting I'm seriously considering building one of these vans but to my own liking as you have
That's not a smart and healthy way to get through cold temperatures! You are much better off getting into sleeping bags and possibly have some heating pads to keep warm and cozy without drying the air and wasting energy!🤔🤯
Is it dangerous if you are hit from behind? A lot of things seem unsecured.
hi justin how much is your height you look so tall to sleep comfortably in that bed!
Hi amigo. Would this work with a/c too? Thanks
Yes it does
What years of the sienna have this option?
2021+
Excellent video , I have been sleeping ( when I am not at work ofcourse ) in Toyota Prius V for the past 10 years and my next switch will be Sienna Hybrid after my Prius V. You mentioned about propane stove (at 10:40 minutes ) that I used to use in my car , but ,now I switched to Airfryer that I plug into Eco Flow Delta 2. It has been more of convenience now. Thanks of the video , now I know we can actually remove rear seats in Sienna Hybrid without triggering air bags system. I subscribed.
it's stupid. It's a public street. I mean do home owners own the street too?
Tks for sharing , great detail, good headwork!!!!
Excellent video...
Did I miss the part of what you did with the seats?? I thought they weren’t removable!
Justin is grinning showing us his masterpiece! It’s like he is a proud dad! Haha
I’m doing this for full time living in my sienna, could you make a video on how this bed was build and dimensions on mattress. Thanks bro. Subscribed 🔥🥂
I'm a Pirates fan but had no idea Paul Skenes lived in a van!
Very nice!
I wish you could just run the supplements off the ev side of the car. Because thats where ev's shine for camping. No idling
I need a tutorial for those window inserts to keep bugs out!!
People are so strange. It's just a good jam, you don't have to be a woman to appreciate it.
I suspect that the actual cost is higher. I trust the fuel gauge more than the car’s calculation/guesstimate of mpg. I also don’t think you can extrapolate that it equals gas used to power the heater whilst the car is stationary. The fuel gauge says that used a quarter tank of fuel, which in a Sienna is ore than 1.55 gallons.Google says a 2021 Sienna has a gas tank of 18 gallons, so a quarter tank is 4.5 gallons, making the actual cost closer to $13.50; which is still a deal 😊
wow- almost exactly what i envisioned for myself. very well explained! thank you! (do you carry a spare tire?)
I can't think of many places where such a test proves the point. Livingston is known for high winds associated with the Bozeman Pass, and I doubt that would have made much of a difference as well.
I’ve Been living in a Toyota hybrid for over 2 years now. I traded in my 2021 XLE for a 2023 Platinum and use a no build to be full time. OK if u read this…once u park, open door to get in back LOOK AT YOUR Center DISPLAY…message turn off after an hour or leave on/running not sure scroll down and hit ok to select keep running. BOOM NO ALARMS after that. Second…i use a back scratcher i keep in pocket behind driver seat…i use that to reach and lock / unlock doors…very easy. LASTLY for all with comments about “look up” it’s bad to leave your car idling all night. THIS is a HYBRID- So does NOT run all night….Electric motor keeps everything that u leave on including the Temp….once battery drops to a low lever, its all auto, 4 cylinder Gas engines starts and runs for about 10 minutes and in that time u get a few more hours on Electric…So will do this a few times a night depending on your use. Hybrid Engins…LOOK IT UP! People have been doping van life in the Toyota Prius for YEARS….they leave them running nightly…what idle issues??? HAPPY VANLIFE’ing
I've been sweating in my Kia Carnival way too much in summer to where its hard to sleep. You're saying with any hybrid minivan, I'm able to sleep well with AC or Heat running all night because its only electric motor thats on? I'm switching asap!
@@DeyCallMeDrama THATS exactly what the Hybred will do…keep its temp all night. So long it’s got fuel u got power, ALL Day and Night. Enjoy
@@RR-ej6cd does it make any damage to your car engine in the long run?
@@windgoblin yes and no, it's not the best thing for your engine but isn't the worst either. We see with old police cruisers they idled for thousands of hours and still got very high mileage. A very important thing to note is if you do decide to do this change your oil frequently. You can do your own research on "oil dilation issues".
Yep, my Prius just lost 15 mpg this first winter in cold climate. :(
Did the hotel kt you stay there or were you stealth camping! Mostly there is no where to go!
Are you hirable?! Im about to buy a Sienna just cause of your videos!
You should always use max heat, the engine is always simply on, your only changing how much heat you use, more or less the car uses the same gas. When you don't use max heat the left over is waisted or even sent to the radiator to cool your engine
What you said does reminds of of the year I spend teaching in a remote island where I was isolated from the world. It still consider the best year I’ve spend. The memories and experiences I’ve had it’s something special.
this is genius!!!
How did you remain ventilated? Were all the windows completely closed? I know it’s not an issue for fumes but for the sake of good air quality, what did you do? Ty
All the windows were shut. The car’s heat/air conditioning system has an air filter underneath the seat that you’re supposed to replace every once in a while. But just like when you’re driving you have clean air to breath with it in idle
@@JustinTheVan cool. Ty
And clearly it works well if there was no condensation on the inside after a whole night of breathing into it.
Thanks!! You made one of the best videos!!!!!
Thank you! It’s an amazing car
Amazing. What about going to the restroom at night? Do you have an inside solution or outside?
I have an emergency toilet for #2 called luggable loo but for #1 I just use a big plastic bottle from like a coffee jug or milk jug
Curious about your bed set up. I built one but is based on the seats being folded forward and then the bed on top of that, but then we can’t sit up in our beds
Check out my channel for a video on my bed. I have a video about it
Justin, does your Sienna's power inverter plug charge your ecoflow power source?
How tall are you?
Love the setup and design
Thank you, I appreciate it. I’ve got a big renovation coming up
Wonderful find of the cabinets