VAN TOUR | The Most Superb Budget DIY Camper Van I’ve Ever Seen

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  • Опубликовано: 23 янв 2025

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  • @law81669
    @law81669 3 месяца назад +145

    Some people are complaining that there is to much work in his van, but look at him, he's fit, strong and definitely not lazy. Thanks for sharing another great van😃

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 3 месяца назад +18

      Thank you. As Patrick said in this video. Everything in van life takes extra effort. It's not really work if you love what you're doing. A house takes ten times more upkeep than an apartment, yet people still own them and don't mind the extra work. In the end, I think it's a matter of perspective. Rick.

    • @DivaEsquire
      @DivaEsquire 3 месяца назад +10

      People need to mind their business and let this retiree live his life.

    • @esousa486
      @esousa486 3 месяца назад +10

      @@RickBeall-b3w I so agree !!! People need to realize that traveling in a Class B van has limited space, ... but how one deals with that space, makes it a home ... one has to tailor it to that one's personal needs, wants ... and like you had said in the video, you live "out of the van" more than your time inside it 👌👍😁 ... Well thought out sir !!!

    • @UnlimitedSound-ck9iw
      @UnlimitedSound-ck9iw 3 месяца назад +5

      Yep, that’s a real man’s van. I like it, it may be a lot of work to bring out the shower and all but for someone who’s physically fit, it’s worth it.

    • @law81669
      @law81669 3 месяца назад +4

      @@RickBeall-b3w well said , and continue to enjoy this great journey 😊👍🏻

  • @Iofhurricane.katrina
    @Iofhurricane.katrina Месяц назад +38

    People who are saying its a lot of work have never really gone camping. Lol. There is always work. Social media gives the illusion that it just magically happens. Hauling water, cooking, packing out, set up, upkeep, keeping little areas clean. Its all work.

  • @jdlarrimo
    @jdlarrimo 2 месяца назад +36

    You can tell he’s a craftsman, and that he’s truly proud of his work. Love seeing it!

    • @Susan-h9z
      @Susan-h9z 12 дней назад +1

      Yes, rare these days!

  • @muriellehall4416
    @muriellehall4416 3 месяца назад +48

    His van is so well thought out. He took his time and calculated everything. He is so patient and detailed. He has a great personality and is proud of his work as he should be. His arms are incredible too. You can tell he takes good care of himself. Love this guy.

  • @steverone7623
    @steverone7623 3 месяца назад +76

    This dude is passionate about his van it’s awesome to see after his experience how he made everything work for him

    • @deedunn9811
      @deedunn9811 3 месяца назад +2

      Very nice faux leather interior. How did you install that?

  • @melb4jd245
    @melb4jd245 3 месяца назад +31

    Does this gentleman have his own RUclips channel? He is fascinating. And I love that he has kept all the materials. I love building and watching these videos and dreaming about doing this.
    I kind of have a crush on this guy ha ha
    He is amazing.

  • @Snyc2030
    @Snyc2030 2 месяца назад +11

    This guy is amazing. What a beautiful rig and mobile tiny home that he customized and built out.

  • @bmetzo2809
    @bmetzo2809 3 месяца назад +33

    This guys about as cool as they come. Awesome van tour.

  • @Kayzef2003
    @Kayzef2003 3 месяца назад +49

    Nevermind the Camper..
    I absolutely admire this Senior Citezen's attitude.

    • @noahbaker-kang5148
      @noahbaker-kang5148 2 месяца назад +6

      You could have just said “man” instead of “senior citizen”…

    • @phychmasher
      @phychmasher Месяц назад +3

      @@noahbaker-kang5148 What if he identifies as a camper?

    • @emartin851
      @emartin851 4 дня назад +1

      Could have just said this "gentleman's" attitude, no need for the age remark.

    • @Kayzef2003
      @Kayzef2003 4 дня назад

      @emartin851
      In the vast majority of the world, Senior Citizen is a label that is cherished as they are very respected for their experience of life and wisdom.
      That's where I am coming from.
      Don't view everything through the western lens where you dump your elderly in care homes and thus view "Senior Citizen" as some kind of a slur.

    • @emartin851
      @emartin851 4 дня назад +1

      @Kayzef2003 I wouldn't know about that, I took care of my parents until their time came, even mom with alzheimer's. I just don't see the need to point out people's age, that's not what defines them.

  • @yommishitafranklin4682
    @yommishitafranklin4682 2 месяца назад +8

    The best van build I’ve seen! ❤ What a sweet, genuine, delightful man!

  • @YeshurunOne
    @YeshurunOne 3 месяца назад +17

    Brilliant build. Efficient and cost effective. Thx for sharing I learned so much.

  • @albertfinney1328
    @albertfinney1328 3 месяца назад +7

    Seriously! I usually don't actually WATCH stuff. This? I sure did and all the way through my mouth was gaping. This is phenomenal! 3/4 inch cabinet wood. Astonishing. Such detail and the techie stuff. Blown away by this. What a mind behind it all! Took my breath way. Thank you so much for showing this, all of it. My mouth really didn't close throughout. Ever more amazing surprises. Major precision work and enormous patience passion and expertise is evident. Bloody BRILLIANT.

    • @Susan-h9z
      @Susan-h9z 12 дней назад

      We need to teach these skills to the bext generation!!

  • @candyjamaican
    @candyjamaican 3 месяца назад +13

    Love the camper set up and all but dang!!!!! his body is bodying 😊.

    • @sherlysimone3644
      @sherlysimone3644 3 месяца назад +4

      He really put a lot of hardwork and love into his vehicle 😊

  • @robbblair6289
    @robbblair6289 3 месяца назад +21

    The shower looks like alot of work! But I agree with him a backdrop of beautiful area’s would be well worth it. He’s done a amazing job! I love builds like this. More creative process, from very humble ppl. Great job, & thank you for sharing!!! ❤❤

    • @debbiejansen1178
      @debbiejansen1178 Месяц назад +1

      Everything is great except for the awning and shower set up. Lots of work..there has to be an easier way to take a shower. I saw a guy use a combination of hot water and cold water to get the right temp and use a hose with powered pump to a shower head. Didn't use a hot water heater. Set it up with a portable shower tent. A lot faster and just as effective

    • @emartin851
      @emartin851 4 дня назад

      ​@@debbiejansen1178Well he's obviously not lazy, so not an issue for him.

  • @Paeoniarosa
    @Paeoniarosa 3 месяца назад +14

    Love how he has things dialed in. Also love all the nice touches like beautiful wood not overdone, fireplace, attractive sink, and a real couch vs. uncomfortable bench seat.

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove 3 месяца назад +16

    You can tell he put a lot of thought into this. 👍💯

  • @jantravia6984
    @jantravia6984 2 месяца назад +4

    I absolutely LOVE this!! I seriously want to be this man’s best friend! 😊 EVERYTHING is so perfect! So warm and cozy and beautiful! ❤
    Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @dross24MA
    @dross24MA 3 месяца назад +5

    I am impressed by how uncluttered it is and yet has all he needs. Nice!

  • @shirleywhite708
    @shirleywhite708 3 месяца назад +6

    Thanks to Rick making his tour so informative and so on point. He took the time to show how everything worked. Beautiful job and very homey and decorated awesome.

  • @jwollheim
    @jwollheim Месяц назад +2

    Amazing build and seems like a great guy. Also, it’s SO funny that he says “fox” leather

    • @gingersnapjudy
      @gingersnapjudy Месяц назад +2

      Exactly .. faux is FO! easy mistake with the French. No mistakes with the build out.

  • @solovantravel
    @solovantravel 3 месяца назад +43

    I just came by to express how proud I am of my Patrick. You have created a credible, well managed brand and information source based on business without antics and shenanigans. ❤❤❤❤ Ya! I received inspiration from YOUR pristine camper

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  3 месяца назад +5

      Wow, thank you!

    • @dominirican7403
      @dominirican7403 3 месяца назад

      Ok diddy

    • @orreng
      @orreng 3 месяца назад

      @@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventuresPatrick is a phenom! Love and enjoy his content, expertise, and perspective. A good man all around.

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA 3 месяца назад

      @@solovantravel Yes, he has grown both his site and his delivery well over the years. It's been a fun ride. 😀

  • @missycitty9478
    @missycitty9478 3 месяца назад +7

    Love it!!!
    Everything you need, nothing you dont!!

  • @windsweptwhimsy
    @windsweptwhimsy 3 месяца назад +20

    That awning is way too much work for me as a solo camper, but it's a much better set up than I have. I use a tarp & poles and attach to a length of pvc that I mounted to my roof rails on my minivan. I love the large lounge space, and the custom bug screens! Clearly lots of thought and planning went into this build. Love the originality and the attention to detail!

    • @NotOfThisEarth9
      @NotOfThisEarth9 3 месяца назад +1

      Tarp, poles and pvc pipe, that's my plan too! I'm glad to know it works

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA 3 месяца назад +1

      @@windsweptwhimsy tarp and poles and connections sounds like just about as much work to me... It's all in your interpretation of work, I guess.

  • @randylls5341
    @randylls5341 19 дней назад +2

    Patrick I am speechless, you are so skillful in talking to people about their vehicle creations. Beautiful builds, sure, but the great ideas are spotlighted and clarified by you. 😂❤😅

  • @estelleparismd4670
    @estelleparismd4670 3 месяца назад +5

    Very, very nice. TY for showing us your van. It’s beautiful. The best I’ve ever seen. Again, thank you…🫶

  • @bfdee1603
    @bfdee1603 3 месяца назад +6

    I love how this guy s so passionate about his van and proud of d unique features it has❤

  • @suzannecranford6819
    @suzannecranford6819 3 месяца назад +10

    This is so well done. The interior layout and design is so nice. The 2 outside storage boxes are such a good idea. I really like the awning. Thank you for this very interesting tour!

  • @petereriksson1390
    @petereriksson1390 3 месяца назад +5

    You have a lot of experince in your Van build, Sir! Love to see your outstanding but smart build! From Peter Eriksson Sweden Europe 😊😅😊!

  • @robertklein3450
    @robertklein3450 3 месяца назад +6

    Rick really blended the boat life and camper life. I think the shower and awning are a little too much of a pain to use often, but Rcik has it down for what works for him. he's in amazing shape. Really cool van for a bunch of different reasons - can be stealthy, can get into tight spots, etc. I would like something bigger but that's just me. Rock on, Rick.

    • @denisephillips9269
      @denisephillips9269 3 месяца назад +1

      Ditto on the shower but it goes with his personality.

  • @carolr9259
    @carolr9259 3 месяца назад +3

    Omgee, I just met Rick last night, super nice guy! I was shocked to see him on this video that came up in my recommendations. I hope you enjoyed those Northern lights! Thanks again for the hand warmers, they def came in handy. Now, back to watching the video

  • @MotorcoachTony
    @MotorcoachTony 17 дней назад

    Wow!!! I've watched many, many, diy van build over the years, and this has to be one of my top favorites. I've learned so much and I'm grateful for him sharing his knowledge with us. As I get closer to building my own, all his information was so valuable to me. Thanks again for all he shared! Nicely done. 👍👍

  • @sxtn102
    @sxtn102 3 месяца назад +14

    One thing about that shower that he didn't mention...another YTer regularly uses his Joolca shower by taking that water input line and laying it in a river or lake with a rock on it to hold it under, so you don't even have to haul all that water with you! Slick!

    • @helenlizzystewart4908
      @helenlizzystewart4908 3 месяца назад +3

      Chrome from van city van life has one, has a few videos with the way he uses it

    • @lgDukeCity5018
      @lgDukeCity5018 3 месяца назад

      @@helenlizzystewart4908
      A few, thats funny.

  • @donnaobdens1011
    @donnaobdens1011 3 месяца назад +2

    Great looking van build! I love the "walls" and how they separate the bed from the couch.

  • @kathyschaefer2455
    @kathyschaefer2455 3 месяца назад +10

    Wonderful van, I love it

  • @sophycarter6747
    @sophycarter6747 Месяц назад +3

    Priceless Build😮

  • @TeeLynn-hi9dd
    @TeeLynn-hi9dd 3 месяца назад +1

    This man is a national treasure! Love everything about this.

  • @rubydue
    @rubydue 3 месяца назад +12

    What a great build. It is bachelor apt. on wheels.

  • @esousa486
    @esousa486 3 месяца назад +3

    WOW ..... Rick did an AWESOME job, Patrick ...... Amazing attention to detail ..... Well thought out !!! "Thanks" for sharing with us all 😉👌👍👍👍👍

  • @ClassySassyManes
    @ClassySassyManes 3 месяца назад +7

    WOW, way to much for me to do day in and day out. Climbing up and down for showers and awnings are a little much for me personally, but I love that awning. As a female, I want my bathroom inside. This is a wonderful build and suites you so perfect. Thank you for sharing.
    Charmaine 💜

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  3 месяца назад +6

      Even though this wasn’t something you would build for yourself I hope you got some ideas and inspired you

    • @ClassySassyManes
      @ClassySassyManes 3 месяца назад +2

      @@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures oh very much so

    • @wendyplatts7986
      @wendyplatts7986 3 месяца назад +1

      Agreed. Too much work. But for him it seems ok

  • @HearturMind
    @HearturMind 3 месяца назад +1

    I love the simplicity and access to the technicals.

  • @trvlaqwst7570
    @trvlaqwst7570 3 месяца назад +6

    Dude is very detailed. I enjoyed watching.❤

  • @johncambpell895
    @johncambpell895 3 месяца назад +5

    5' 5" ... WOW. i'M 6' 1". Amazing that he sought you out Patrick. Excitement in his eyes and voice. Excitement to see you! Great Video.

  • @MeMeMe-Myself-And-I
    @MeMeMe-Myself-And-I Месяц назад +2

    Great no nonsense video! Thank you!

  • @ValerieIVanorden
    @ValerieIVanorden Месяц назад +1

    I like how he wears muscle vest in fall weather....nice build ..oh yeah...nice van too! ( We got a savana yr 2000, 1500 conversion , for $500. Yes. Runs.

  • @NarayananV-os1tn
    @NarayananV-os1tn 6 дней назад

    you guys are really LIVING, I being an arm chair warrior merely existing, when I got rich became old so I settled on an arm chair never to leave. Anyway I love watching nice living people like you.

  • @fiberboss2255
    @fiberboss2255 3 месяца назад +6

    Nice set up , thank you for some ideas ,

  • @phychmasher
    @phychmasher Месяц назад

    This guy peppered in so many chestnuts of knowledge in here from that tip on the breaker for solar charging, to parking with the nose of the van towards the sun, and so many more things that only come with experience! So great!

  • @petereriksson1390
    @petereriksson1390 3 месяца назад +4

    Hallo Man! Your bedroom is the Best looking bedroom I ever seen in a Van, thats i'm 100% sure of! Respekt for your woork & knowledge Sir! From Peter Eriksson Sweden Europe 😊😅😊

  • @jmay6176
    @jmay6176 24 дня назад

    This is next level van build. What a smart guy. .

  • @maryhull3877
    @maryhull3877 2 месяца назад +1

    Another great build...U know all the 5 star individuals and van buildouts...love everything he designed....great idea with the heating foe the floor

  • @UnlimitedSound-ck9iw
    @UnlimitedSound-ck9iw 3 месяца назад +1

    I like that van, sir you did a wonderful job. To some it may be a lot of work to pull out all the utilities, but do you like it and I can tell that you are very proud of your work, it is a work of art. If I had the money, I would have one built, just like it. Job well done.

  • @Brianthomas24
    @Brianthomas24 3 месяца назад +3

    Cardboard template process is super smart! Nice build and you don’t miss the extra height really. Saves money vs buying a Pro-master or Sprinter for sure.👍🏻

  • @annettepierson6130
    @annettepierson6130 3 месяца назад +1

    Brilliantly done. A genius man.

  • @niluferwajeeh4352
    @niluferwajeeh4352 Месяц назад

    This van is simply awesome. I would love to own it. Everything done to perfection.

  • @TomasMatos1
    @TomasMatos1 2 месяца назад +1

    This is an excellent tour, thank you for your knowledge. I love the layout the way that the whole van is set up I'm definitely going to be taking ideas from your plans and applying your ideas lamp to my van, and I love the two storage Ben's in the back. Again thank you

  • @lakeshatheman3106
    @lakeshatheman3106 3 месяца назад +1

    This is the best van tour. Immaculate build and detail.

  • @kathleencomyn5228
    @kathleencomyn5228 3 месяца назад +5

    Does Rick have a RUclips channel we can watch as his van is awesome, and I would love to learn more?

  • @tracibuckley9314
    @tracibuckley9314 Месяц назад

    Extremely impressive!! Even the food in his dry storage is healthy; banana chips, raisins. Hell, the van has more features than my apartment does!! Lol.

  • @BarbTaylor-j5i
    @BarbTaylor-j5i 2 месяца назад

    I love the cardboard idea. We just got our van and I'm going to use that idea because I have to work around my husbands wheel chair lift and make sure I can get it hooked up and everything to the floor.

  • @CleyNazarene
    @CleyNazarene 3 месяца назад

    Amazing! he's so much hands-on, particularly in everything.

  • @phychmasher
    @phychmasher Месяц назад +1

    10:29
    ........ holy crap that's brilliant for so many applications.

  • @emartin851
    @emartin851 4 дня назад

    What a beautiful build, on the gentleman also. 😂

  • @jorgealdana9287
    @jorgealdana9287 Месяц назад +1

    Great efforts and creativity. Thank you for sharing.

  • @LeeAnnCarlsted-uy1fr
    @LeeAnnCarlsted-uy1fr 3 месяца назад +1

    Great video! So many cleaver things!!

  • @davemenard5089
    @davemenard5089 29 дней назад

    Incredible build. Being a hobbit is a VanLife cheat code (I’m 5’6") congratulations on this build sir.

  • @JeanIsaac-jk5fp
    @JeanIsaac-jk5fp Месяц назад

    I didn't know those water heaters could be used on little batteries like that and from the outside. That's great. That's something I'll be keeping in mind for myself. Great info. Thanks! 👍

  • @JonniesJourney
    @JonniesJourney 20 дней назад

    I love custom builds and seeing all the incredible ideas that people come up with. So many great things about this on that it honestly surprises me that he went with that shower set up. His happiness is all that matters. Great build otherwise.

  • @jCr5733
    @jCr5733 Месяц назад +1

    Beautiful then amazing build... Great job! Although you said you don't plan on being enough cold enough environment to use your fireplace.. Bud you live in Michigan, It's 22° right now in Metro Detroit, I think that's worthy of a fireplace.

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w Месяц назад +1

      Right now, I'm in Florida for the winter 😊

    • @jCr5733
      @jCr5733 Месяц назад

      @RickBeall-b3w Lucky and smart man Mr Bell. Same line of work you are(interior exterior contracting) let me tell you I am damn impressed with that build. I checked out drifter van, I see they're over in Southfield. looks like they do some great work which means they had a damn good mentor.
      By the way, damn good thing you're in Florida right now, don't know where you're originally from in Michigan but I'm at Sterling heights and it's currently 16° snowing with 3 to 4 in projected. Enjoy that warm weather sir!

  • @classicscustomsandhotrodso600
    @classicscustomsandhotrodso600 3 месяца назад +4

    Another good Aussie product in use, the Joolca Hottap.

  • @lindamartin2045
    @lindamartin2045 3 месяца назад +1

    Guys, marvelous video 👍👍😊❣️💕❤️this is size van I was thinking for myself. many, many creative ideas.👍👍🤗

  • @virginiahall4030
    @virginiahall4030 3 месяца назад +3

    He is very intelligent smart build.

  • @itsrob2321
    @itsrob2321 3 месяца назад +3

    I have an Express extended and I love it. The other brands are tempting, but so much more expensive. If you buy a $60k van, your depreciation is significant too.

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 3 месяца назад +2

      My biggest regret on my build is not spending the extra $3000 for the extended.

  • @andyrichey1192
    @andyrichey1192 3 месяца назад

    Heck, yeah that’s a awesome security system. I like that.👍👍

  • @steverone7623
    @steverone7623 3 месяца назад +2

    I would definitely extend the wiring for the tote rack and reroute it along the hinge so you don’t have to unplug it each time

  • @weekendnomad5038
    @weekendnomad5038 3 месяца назад

    This is amazing. I wish I had someone to build me something like this in my van . 😮😮😮😮

  • @janetfeathers4128
    @janetfeathers4128 3 месяца назад +1

    Amazing. Love all his ideas.

  • @ElPeriodicodeayer1
    @ElPeriodicodeayer1 3 месяца назад +1

    Waooooo my friend, 100 year old with his Chevrolet 👋

  • @maryjaneburgess489
    @maryjaneburgess489 3 месяца назад +1

    Awesome! You have everything!

  • @flaviovilleda8805
    @flaviovilleda8805 3 месяца назад

    Enjoyed video, and I like the security camera for van. Safe travels

  • @hrhplease9119
    @hrhplease9119 3 месяца назад

    💥Dang, that is a sweet set up, well done Sir‼️💥

  • @KD-on9fg
    @KD-on9fg 3 месяца назад +2

    Love the bedroom design

  • @angelperez-vs5te
    @angelperez-vs5te 3 месяца назад

    I JUST ENJOYED WATCHING THIS VIDEO!! GOOD JOB 👍 SR. LOVE YOUR VAN

  • @tripletgirl2484
    @tripletgirl2484 2 месяца назад

    Well thought out, comfortable van! Great work!

  • @realismatitsfinest1
    @realismatitsfinest1 2 месяца назад +2

    One thing I like is he tells us how tall he is. It's hard to know in videos how tall someone is. I think anyone dealing with anything to do with "sizes" in general -- van life, sailing life et al -- should tell the viewer how tall they are in every single video. Not at the beginning but at some point in the video. And you'd have to do it with all videos because you never know if the person watching is a first time viewer. The other alternative is to put it in the description but not everyone is like me and reads that. Best to just put it in the video. This is important information because I'm a tall (6'5") guy and overweight as well. So this information crucial for someone like me, especially in smaller builds like this one. (With the guy saying he's 5'5", I think this would be too cramped for me.)

  • @MsSoozy
    @MsSoozy 3 месяца назад

    Beautiful build. If you can afford to build luxury, why not. Really nice. 😊

  • @florasonners1635
    @florasonners1635 3 месяца назад

    I enjoyed the video. Love how you know your stuff. I biked the path this spring. Nice area & views. First time seeing the backside of Lady Liberty lol

  • @shawnwerley1397
    @shawnwerley1397 3 месяца назад

    He did that van up lovely

  • @mr6171
    @mr6171 Месяц назад

    I love those trailer boxes

  • @Sally-v6f
    @Sally-v6f 3 месяца назад +1

    Awesome van wow !!! Fyi you can use bar of soap as welll for zippers 👍

  • @mohammadajmalahmadi1764
    @mohammadajmalahmadi1764 3 месяца назад

    Very elaborate and for people living on the road

  • @lisaandlilybass
    @lisaandlilybass 3 месяца назад +1

    Very nice van build beautiful ❤

  • @helenlizzystewart4908
    @helenlizzystewart4908 3 месяца назад

    Wow using a cardboard template is so spot on

  • @lynnwilliams7875
    @lynnwilliams7875 2 месяца назад

    Nice build! He sounds like a retired military guy too

  •  3 месяца назад +8

    Most important question…what is your diet and workout regimen?
    You are in serious shape!

  • @judyyoung297
    @judyyoung297 2 месяца назад +1

    Very impressive❤😊

    • @judyyoung297
      @judyyoung297 2 месяца назад

      I designed a conversion that's to retire rich on.
      Wish I had a partner

    • @RickBeall-b3w
      @RickBeall-b3w 2 месяца назад

      ​@judyyoung297 wish I had a traveling partner to.

  • @blewwizze
    @blewwizze 3 месяца назад +1

    Beautifully done! 😍

  • @88Kidlat
    @88Kidlat 3 месяца назад

    Very well thought of … love it❤❤❤

  • @carnivorecampers
    @carnivorecampers 3 месяца назад

    Blimey! He's pretty fit looking for an old guy ❤

  • @andyrichey1192
    @andyrichey1192 3 месяца назад

    Yeah, GMC van now this is what I’m talking about. Just watch the one with the white Ford. I do like that high top

  • @mjremy2605
    @mjremy2605 3 месяца назад +1

    For an old timer, Rick has a lot of technology up his sleeve, ha ha ha! Marvelous. I learned so much tech stuff and I work in Tech. He knows his gadgets.
    Love the handmade wood hooks, love the fireplace! So cozy.
    Love the Optimus tracking system and camera angles for safety. Indispensable.
    Faux Ostrich looks fabulous on the door. Texture is everything. It is visual terrain.
    The van is very artistic despite being functional and streamlined. Beautiful wood details.
    Redneck floor radiant heating - Electric blanket. Genius!
    Huge water tanks - every woman's dream for cooking and showering.
    I like those rear louvers on the window, keeps the glare and heat out and makes for a cool bedroom space. I must get some for the RV.
    FYI - FAUX leather (French for false leather) pronounced FO. X is silent in French.
    I would not rig up my faucets like that. Its nice to have a faucet as a design feature and not risk having water next to electric units. In an accident, it may break. However, you do save counter space.
    Lovely tour of an imaginative loaded van built by a creative genius, many thanks Patrick and Rick!