Cheapskate's Dream: Cheap But Brilliant Van Life Upgrades in a 2007 Chevy Box Truck!

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  • Опубликовано: 19 янв 2025

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  • @happyhound1373
    @happyhound1373 Год назад +104

    He adopted an elderly blind dog - that is the sweetest thing ever ❤. Really like the unique build ideas for the van.

  • @patriciamuskevitsch8359
    @patriciamuskevitsch8359 Год назад +139

    Thanks for giving Barny a sweet soft place to live out his life. You're a hero for him.

    • @PapagenoMF
      @PapagenoMF 11 месяцев назад +9

      I have a blind dog as well. Barney looks so comfortable and acclimated to his new surroundings. Happy he's got a great life!

    • @notrueflagshere198
      @notrueflagshere198 9 месяцев назад +1

      He's a happy dog!

  • @elizabethgigi8911
    @elizabethgigi8911 Год назад +73

    This guy is an amazing person not just because of his genius repurposing of every day stuff but because he has adopted Barney, a beautiful blind senior pup.

  • @bridgetmuehlberger5141
    @bridgetmuehlberger5141 Год назад +180

    I think Scott just started a trend with those canvas cabinet doors. What an excellent idea!!!

    • @leanbean8376
      @leanbean8376 Год назад +5

      Exactly!, for me, weightless is a huge plus, & the canvas can be painted or whatever!

    • @homelessnomad101
      @homelessnomad101 Год назад +1

      I loved that idea and will use it and many of Scotts ideas, love the tool box cabinets for storage (that's far out) when I begin my build in a CT.

    • @OIII-IOOO
      @OIII-IOOO Год назад +4

      that was my fav part, as well. i think i’ll call them “scott cabinets”.

    • @Danika_Nadzan
      @Danika_Nadzan 11 месяцев назад +1

      So many ingenious little ideas there...but the canvas was definitely my favorite too. The big pharmacy chains print photos on canvas (cheap if you watch for their half price deals), so you could use them as decoration as well as cabinet doors. Big thumbs up for adopting Barney too!😊❤

  • @ethskinns
    @ethskinns Год назад +166

    This guy is AWESOME! From the cookie sheet stove light, the painting cabinet door, and the spam cans haha. There have been some unique vans on this channel, but Scott's build takes the cake for me. Unique and clever.

  • @astrangeviking1742
    @astrangeviking1742 Год назад +263

    im not even kidding but scott might be my hero lol. my grandfather passed away last year and he was the same way always using different materials to make things instead of just buying brand new. we have cabinets and storage made from old food containers and artwork. the day i get a van i hope its half as cool as this one

    • @chuckylamb4398
      @chuckylamb4398 Год назад +16

      Totally brilliant ❤🇬🇧

    • @robgindc
      @robgindc 11 месяцев назад +3

      This. May loving, fun, fond memories of your grandfather comfort and motivate you. 🥺❤🙏

    • @melissataylor1235
      @melissataylor1235 7 месяцев назад

      ​@@robgindc
      Hi

  • @michelleraney3577
    @michelleraney3577 Год назад +69

    Great and unique build!! What a great man to adopt an older handicapped dog!

  • @Patton0911
    @Patton0911 Год назад +115

    This guy really knows how to think outside the box!! Love his rig!!✌🏻💕

  • @Vantasticviews2
    @Vantasticviews2 Год назад +41

    This guy’s the GOAT! and that little doggo won my heart over in a nanosecond!

  • @sandradawson2221
    @sandradawson2221 Год назад +28

    We love Scott and Barney.. spent a good amount of time with him in Durango. Best Man and dog Duo ever

  • @pinkelefant4ever
    @pinkelefant4ever Год назад +103

    Scott is the friend and neighbor we all need.

  • @gio_isabella
    @gio_isabella Год назад +41

    This guy is incredible. Not only was it cheap but unique and looked amazing. I love the belt holders and canvas doors.

  • @dianedelehanty6233
    @dianedelehanty6233 Год назад +76

    Love this! I am all about repurpose,reuse. As the Marines say, Improvise, overcome and adapt!

  • @borandell9915
    @borandell9915 Год назад +9

    Wow! This man's brain works on a totally different level than the common man. He's either freaking brilliant or simply creative. I guess it's where the two meet. Like a Nomad Macgyver. And anybody willing to live in a former "Disaster Cleanup & Recovery Van" is just a real bad ass.

  • @bessycorrales2259
    @bessycorrales2259 Год назад +29

    Best van build I've ever seen. This man is great at thinking outside of the box with his use of materials, and everything looks nice. Yes, the crate and canvas idea is genius.

    • @kandiceblu1
      @kandiceblu1 4 месяца назад

      Agree and it's immaculate as well

  • @andrewminjiras5745
    @andrewminjiras5745 Год назад +59

    Highly creative guy…his green truck looks very comfortable. I would buy this rig in a second.

  • @NASkeywest
    @NASkeywest Год назад +34

    Glad Macgyver is enjoying his retirement.

  • @helenlouise1737
    @helenlouise1737 Год назад +34

    Cheap But Brilliant describes this very nice van. This man is indeed brilliant too & well spoken. Enjoyable video!

  • @slyborg1
    @slyborg1 Год назад +19

    A really nice and generous guy with a kind heart. He makes the world a better place.

  • @patricialawrence7459
    @patricialawrence7459 Год назад +47

    He's an inventor. Genious

  • @freeinFL
    @freeinFL Год назад +12

    Bless this man for adopting that precious pup ❤

  • @pragedisarreguin1196
    @pragedisarreguin1196 Год назад +35

    That's amazing. This guy's living the great life peacefully and free. No bills, no rent, wow, anybody would trade this for this life in the city.❤

  • @Wolvesintheclearing
    @Wolvesintheclearing Год назад +12

    Little Barney is very confident and happy playing around on the bed❤❤❤time spent with your dog is time well spent!!!

  • @nmr3352
    @nmr3352 Год назад +14

    The best thing was the precious little dog.❤

  • @a.mstree
    @a.mstree Год назад +28

    We were in the same camp! He’s such a nice guy….And Rig 👍🏼

  • @puuwaikaaawa2474
    @puuwaikaaawa2474 Год назад +28

    This is officially my favorite build yet. I want one! And then, when he showed his beautiful dog he adopted, you know this is the guy you want as your best friend. ❤

  • @donwyates
    @donwyates Год назад +40

    I've been contemplating a box truck on/off for a few years now, and really like what this gentleman has done with his. Many good ideas here.

  • @cindychurch925
    @cindychurch925 Год назад +21

    Brilliant! Creative! Your doggy is so adorable

  • @Free2b.Z
    @Free2b.Z Год назад +32

    What a treat to meet Scott and tour his rig. Love the color!💚 Definitely like the idea of using lightweight wooden crates and painter’s canvas as shelving. Also learned to use “S” shaped plumbing to connect sink to gray tank to prevent smells. Thanks for all the tips!

  • @LukiaSierra
    @LukiaSierra Год назад +32

    Best rig I’ve seen! Good bang for the buck! It’s comfortable, inviting and warm.. like the owner! 👍👍

  • @vivianallen9772
    @vivianallen9772 4 месяца назад +1

    Scott is the man you want to camp next to😁

  • @mlw8998
    @mlw8998 Год назад +7

    The slated crates and canvas pictures was genius.

  • @allonesame6467
    @allonesame6467 Год назад +2

    Award: "Best Non-Conventional Use of Materials". 9x13 baking pan for the kitchen fan, cookie sheet for the light over the stove, SPAM cans!, Crates & Canvas for cabinets, cedar fencing (lighter weight and less expensive than T&G), split solar system. Very useful tips: "S" trap, keep your diesel in the dark. Thank you to infinity and beyond!

  • @michellecoleman9849
    @michellecoleman9849 6 месяцев назад +1

    I loved the cabinets with framed canvas for doors. That was genius.

  • @23macca23
    @23macca23 Год назад +12

    What a fantastic man, adopting an elderly blind dog from a rescue. Much respect to him from here in the UK. Thank you. I also love his van build and the uniqueness of it.

  • @pianogal853
    @pianogal853 Год назад +17

    The 2 battery setups help the problem of matching the battery types or brands when you want to upgrade

    • @g-r-a-e-m-e-
      @g-r-a-e-m-e- Год назад +6

      And if one system fails you have plan B

  • @OrionMcKay1
    @OrionMcKay1 Год назад +16

    I really like this style of both van and personality you can tell he is a problem solver.

  • @jeffreyluther7947
    @jeffreyluther7947 Год назад +7

    I loved the Harbor Freight tool boxes, I think I might do that also

  • @mwolfer1
    @mwolfer1 Год назад +23

    Whimsical and practical. Very nice build. Go Blue!

  • @Chrispbacon99
    @Chrispbacon99 Год назад +8

    Is that Wilford Brimleys son? Kidding. Nice build

  • @omavicmcmurray2893
    @omavicmcmurray2893 9 месяцев назад +2

    I don’t call it cheapskate, I call it ‘make-do’! Just love this stuff❤

  • @thisisgame
    @thisisgame Год назад +5

    The tool chest for storage is genius

    • @spiritofalady302
      @spiritofalady302 7 месяцев назад

      He got the money from a friend & then ghosted the person
      Things are not always what they seem

  • @leanne7306
    @leanne7306 Год назад +27

    Loved this van build!!!! You have a lot of great ideas. I really liked the canvas door idea and the tool chest idea, but you had many more ( like the cake pan to extend your wall. Amazing!! Thanks for sharing. I plan to use a lot of your ideas 💡when I build. 😊

  • @kstigerlily
    @kstigerlily Год назад +14

    My favorite by a landslide! Every part was ingenious!

  • @nmr3352
    @nmr3352 Год назад +10

    People like this gentleman who know how to make things and who are creative are a joy. I love his vehicle and the size, but for myself an interior shower would be a must. that's for safety and security.

    • @31SCOTTROD
      @31SCOTTROD Год назад +6

      Shower curtain hangs from hooks in the ceiling collapsible dog pool and rechargeable camp shower

  • @kristine9786
    @kristine9786 Год назад +6

    Sweet dog....he's a happy camper!🐶

  • @tynitahaines4012
    @tynitahaines4012 Год назад +7

    Canvas ideas were great. And his dog is the cutest.

  • @Kiwiwanderer
    @Kiwiwanderer Год назад +13

    Love this interview. Very cool practical and creative guy.

  • @amandathomas0612
    @amandathomas0612 Год назад +22

    Such a nice guy! Super cute pup 🥰 I love his set up! Very homey! Thank you for sharing with us all. Stay blessed and safe 💚

  • @markregula8746
    @markregula8746 Год назад +2

    Hey Scott…..it finally made it! My van had a cameo appearance in your debut😂

  • @Beehive65
    @Beehive65 9 месяцев назад +1

    He build the canvas cabinets just like I did in my laundry room - But I used Velcro and now I will switch to the magnets for closure.

  • @NoManClatuer-pd8ck
    @NoManClatuer-pd8ck Год назад +5

    That's what my grandparents called recycling.

  • @thejeffneville
    @thejeffneville Год назад +13

    That is one of the coolest, most practical builds I've seen - Very proud to be a fellow Michigander! Wish I could improvise as well as Scott does! lol

  • @jmtilson
    @jmtilson 4 месяца назад +1

    This build spoke to my soul. Thanks to my southern Appalachian roots given to me by my grandparents, I am the ultimate "make it do" person. This eclectic build uses the unexpected to make life simple and functional. I love it!

  • @sharondavis6121
    @sharondavis6121 10 месяцев назад +1

    crate canvas cabinets I liked. But he has many great things he made

  • @YeahNah100
    @YeahNah100 Год назад +6

    I like the pointers on the diesel bugs and the s curved piping in the sink, just to name a few. This is the kind of video that gets the wheels turning…🧠. Pun intended! 🚛

  • @marymedal8665
    @marymedal8665 6 месяцев назад +1

    Scott is so smart in his use of inexpensive useful items in his build!

  • @lisaroth7526
    @lisaroth7526 Год назад +6

    I really love how he thinks outside the box! Who would have thought of using dog collars like that?! Brilliant!

  • @maryhartsock7792
    @maryhartsock7792 Год назад +1

    Barney is adorable! Rescued senior special needs dogs are the best!

  • @rayneday-trippin2554
    @rayneday-trippin2554 Год назад +1

    I did the same thing with the yukon toolbox as my kitchen 😁 was a game changer for me ❤️❤️❤️

  • @ericalampley480
    @ericalampley480 Год назад +9

    Good to know about that trap in the gray tank drain! Lots of good ideas and info.

  • @Buck_Jones1909
    @Buck_Jones1909 Год назад +8

    My uncle was always repurposing various items! Scott’s use of old belts, cavas paintings, the baking sheet is inspiring! However, just how he has continued to improve his living space shows a creativity! I will probably remember the color of his home the longest! Thank you both for this tour! Loved it!!

    • @Cheriahdoll
      @Cheriahdoll Год назад +2

      I use filing cabinets for canned goods too!

  • @Kralphrn
    @Kralphrn Год назад +6

    Love the build. The canvas doors are brilliant!

  • @Denniejones
    @Denniejones Год назад +2

    I love the lime green. When I got my shuttle in 2019 (before coronavirus) I wanted mine painted this color and up front at the top write “Got Corona?” Then virus hit and I figured I better not. lol. I love his cabinet idea too.

  • @zoommikerobinson3315
    @zoommikerobinson3315 Год назад +6

    Those canvas doors are beyond awesome.
    🐂🇺🇸🐱🐎🤠

  • @beckyransom5504
    @beckyransom5504 Год назад +1

    Love everything about this. If I closed my eyes, I thought he was David Letterman’s!😄

  • @Cheryl-wm1xd
    @Cheryl-wm1xd Год назад +9

    Super cool and off the charts innovative. Bless you and Barney out on the road 🛣️.

  • @chasingdreamsinsteadofdoll3428
    @chasingdreamsinsteadofdoll3428 Год назад +7

    I liked the back wall redo with the Cedar slats Nice cheap repurpose build

  • @bethannea4842
    @bethannea4842 Год назад +5

    Such creative ideas! Thank you for sharing your home with us. Cute Pooch!

  • @Violet-jp7cd
    @Violet-jp7cd Год назад +2

    Loved it realistic man van man got what I want freedom normal life x

  • @angelab.804
    @angelab.804 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Scott !!!!

  • @alutious
    @alutious 9 месяцев назад +1

    Awesome, great job. I might look at those canvas for doors. Awesome. Once I get down there maybe you can smoke some pork or beef for me too!! Good job Scott, I have been using wood that I used previously on other projects, sometimes 3rd or even 4th usage.

  • @theShamrockShepherdWagon
    @theShamrockShepherdWagon Год назад +3

    Good creativity. Necessity is the mother of invention. (And always, form follows function!)

  • @AdventureAwaits83
    @AdventureAwaits83 Год назад +1

    The canvas cabinet doors and the crates are very creative, functional and lightweight, perfect for that box truck.. Scott is very handy at tricking out his truck! and a great dog to go along with him..

  • @ramontoro
    @ramontoro Год назад +6

    Interesting configuration inside, thanks

  • @jamiedenton4492
    @jamiedenton4492 Год назад +6

    Genius! Love the spam can idea! You could cover them with contact paper if you want to match your decor. The tool boxes for storage are a great idea. Love the way this comes together!

  • @rockpadstudios
    @rockpadstudios Год назад +4

    this is great - I grew up poor and it is amazing what you can do if you think about it. Using tool boxes is a great idea.

  • @Ms13cats
    @Ms13cats Год назад +4

    I like how he was just so matter of fact about it, nothing scary, very practical, he feels easy in this life - very cool. EXCELLENT tips & info throughout! (esp about the diesel bugs-yike).

  • @TammyCondren
    @TammyCondren 10 месяцев назад +1

    VERY COOL HACKS…I thought the artist canvas/wooden cubes were ingenius👏🏻🤩

  • @dorriethomas6930
    @dorriethomas6930 Год назад +2

    Scott, you have ignited my creativity. Thank you. But mostly, we've taken in blind, deaf dogs at 'home' so why don't I have one to love and value me here? I'll start looking. Thanks again. :)

  • @Bull_180
    @Bull_180 Год назад +2

    That is a seriously cute little dog. Good hearted man to adopt an older dog. I really like his storage solutions. Ice cream off the grid is living the dream😊

  • @ToriLynnH
    @ToriLynnH Год назад +3

    Turkey Spam! Yes!
    I love this guy
    Great build.

  • @CuttingCrossCountry
    @CuttingCrossCountry Год назад +15

    My favorite part was the low cost!
    Question: what kind of mileage do you get and how sound is the engine and transmission?

    • @31SCOTTROD
      @31SCOTTROD Год назад +4

      14 on the highway
      Runs good

  • @katiemccluskey4603
    @katiemccluskey4603 Год назад +3

    Just love love the canvasses as doors.

  • @nixwestlake9196
    @nixwestlake9196 4 месяца назад +2

    He looks and sounds like Wilford Brimley

  • @marianbrittain4153
    @marianbrittain4153 Год назад +3

    I love his build and all his innovative, cheap ideas. And his little rescue puppy.

  • @maobfh
    @maobfh Год назад +2

    Now this guy is thinking! I love it!!!

  • @amyd1549
    @amyd1549 Год назад +3

    Absolutely love it!
    Man if you guys need a voice over guy for Bob, this is your guy!

  • @dianacfleming
    @dianacfleming Год назад +5

    What an incredibly creative van! I live in a house and I was taking notes throughout the video on things that I'm going to try out!

  • @kays749
    @kays749 Год назад +1

    Bless him for adopting the pup.

  • @douglasharley2440
    @douglasharley2440 Год назад +2

    nice build! lol, dude knows what's up., a box van makes the *best* mobile tiny house platform...also, being cheap and different is way better than wasting money and being same-ol'-same-ol', respect.

  • @CC-vw1cs
    @CC-vw1cs Год назад +3

    Been a while since I've seen such a resourcefully creative person...thank you !

  • @bangalorebobbel
    @bangalorebobbel Год назад +2

    My favourite part isn't even this supercool van but the owner - and his doggy, of course. All three of them unique in their own ways ;-)
    Yet, as you asked, in my POV inside the van everything is perfect, and full of excellent ideas. The canvas doors might balance the weight of the tool boxes, spam cans are good for everything, and so on - every detail is amazing, that whole build is a gem. What a unique, wonderful home, thanks for sharing!

  • @diggy-d8w
    @diggy-d8w Год назад +6

    I've got some good info on doing "box-truck" builds... When I think about a vehicle it needs to have at least 15" tires b/c the smaller
    ones have less clearances if you get off on a gravel road. Some of these trucks come w/ a large gate that flips up when traveling &
    it provides added security when it is up. It's all in your imagination & I TY for the video(s)........ peace & GB ALL

  • @pambabbitt1894
    @pambabbitt1894 Год назад +1

    An amazing man in many ways. And this video was great! So much creativity and inspiration.

  • @Here_kitty_kitty1
    @Here_kitty_kitty1 Год назад +4

    Great video. So happy for him - he’s living his dream in a very cozy and well thought “home”.

  • @portiabrown2913
    @portiabrown2913 Год назад +2

    You seem so kind Scott and Barney definitely is the best. Happy travels from England😊

  • @shess1640
    @shess1640 Год назад +1

    Spamtastic!! I love his creativity and dash of whimsy! I'm glad to know we're sharing space on this planet : ) And I especially love that he adopted an older dog....

  • @nanabananainavana7534
    @nanabananainavana7534 Год назад

    This may be my FAVORITE build EVER. I loved every single thing he did!! And recycling old desk, buying SPAM, eating it and using the containers….so many wonderful things.

  • @SwiftieSadie
    @SwiftieSadie Год назад +1

    That’s my grandpa!!!❤