so many "van life" videos are mostly about doing a bunch of expensive mods to vehicles. i like your videos because its more about making use of what you already have. which is very helpful to me just starting out with my first van. thanks for sharing
I watch RUclips videos on living in vehicles ALL THE TIME and I have rarely found any so useful as this one! I have a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan (minivan) that I 'live' in off and on. I travel a lot and wouldn't be able to afford doing so, if I had to pay for a motel or even a campground fee. So, I'm always trying to find free places to park that have cell phone coverage and bathrooms. I have a cartop carrier, so I have plenty of room. However, it seems I never have enough room, really. But, I realize it's just that I don't have things organized very well. This video gave me so excellent ideas. These are some of the ideas you presented that I will be researching further: 1. Shelf/cargo net all the way across the back. 2. Using thin plywood for shelving with small holes drilled into it, along with zip ties or paracord and carabiners. That is brilliant! 3. Support legs made of PVC pipe. 4. A bear canister for food storage. 5. Visor organizers. 6. Kleenex strapped to headrests. 7. Paper towels held on with bungee cords attached to head rest posts. 8. Hanging little hooks from the hard plastic ceiling lights, along with paracord loops. That is also BRILLIANT!
Hi Cheryl! I'm so glad you found the ideas useful. The shelf/cargo net is enormously helpful and makes use of otherwise unused space. The bear canister isn't really necessary for food storage. I just use it because I have one and use it on some hikes on my trips. Let me know how any changes you make to your setup go!
There are lots of camper van and RV interior videos but very few for SUVs so your video is really inspiring. My SUV is setup a bit like yours but with the addition of a mini "kitchen" that allows me to brew up coffee, fry eggs and cook a simple one pot meal. Thanks for this video and I look forward to more like this.
SUV RVing You should put what kind of SUV you live in, within the description box and/or title of the video. Just a suggestion. I'm looking to do this in a Honda Pilot [last gen].
So glad I found your channel! I'm at the beginning of turning my 05 Dodge Magnum station wagon into a camper. Sometimes for Solo trips and sometimes for my wife and I. Great ideas! Can't wait to see more of the tricks and tips you have to share. Thanks!
Excellent advice. I have an SUV and am planning to go camping in it, and trying to organize my thoughts and then the car. Your videos are straightforward and informative. Good job.
Thanks for these videos. I'm always looking for ways to shoehorn myself and my two dogs into a Ford Fiesta for extended camping trips. You have some ideas I have never seen! I also have a d.light and love it.
Love the videos. I've done similar stuff with my Kia Cerato hatch and have had great fun. No lasting damage for resale. I do think I'd be bothered not having a spare tyre though, especially in remote areas. Great to see you enjoying nature without spending tons of cash.
Thank you very much! Yesterday I built the exact same shelf in the back of my Kia Rondo. I plan on implementing more of your excellent ideas. Cheers from Canada!
I've used a weed sprayer shower in the past but didn't care for it because 1) it took up too much space in my car when not in use, and 2) I didn't like always having to have one hand operating the shower part. I prefer the kind of solar camp shower that can be hung up from a pole or tree branch because it is extremely compact when not being used and because it's hands-free.
This is cool. Many great ideas. I did the van thing for a year but had to stop because of mechanical issues. I've decided to go with an suv next time because of winter travel. Again great ideas thanks.
You are the most organized male on here. There is a female who is also very organized. You both are my favs. I prefer how to's and DIYs like you and a few others show. Sadly a few others I used to follow have gone "Hollywood" so to speak having basically their own you tube channel that seems like a reality show. Thanks for the help!
Thanks for the kind words. I try to keep my channel drama-free. Just me going out and exploring the places I'm interested in. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I love this idea because being in a Nissan rouge space is sparse at times. Now I could live in full time outside of doing uber with everything I own. I may do this to get more space above. I have a video posted on my channel of what I started with but it's all been changing. Making things better. I am a bigger girl so going from front to back with a board on top I'm worried I wont be able to sleep completely comfortably. Plus I have a dog as well so she takes up the front seat and floor board with her stuff. It's been great though for real. I wouldn't change it at all. Car dwelling rocks.
@Crystal Johnson Hello there, I have a Nissan Rogue myself and plan to start SUV'ing full time in September. I'll definitely take a peek at your channel. Safe travels!
@@creolebeauty9014 it has been a struggle at times and I have had to switch it up a few times. I still don't have it perfect but it works. I don't do uber anymore so what's in is in. I lost my dog at the end of july so I do have more space now in front and passenger floor. That's where her stuff was. Still need a little more organization but I'll be making a video soon as it cools down and I can find time outside of crying.
@@MsCdawnj I'm so sorry to hear about the death of your loved 1. My God father just died about 2 weeks ago so unfortunately I can relate sure recent loss.
TY 4 sharing. I have an suv im traveling n now. Need 2 rearrange my storage areas. I got the tarp & clamps 4 quick shade. Saw ur video on that. Keep the great videos coming.
Good stuff. Thanks for sharing. I have a Suzuki xl-7 that I took the rear seats out of . I plan on setting it up as a camper. You gave me some great ideas.
I just bought a 2015 Rav4 back in September and now I wish I had bought an older one lol. The donut is now in the spot where your basement is and the second glove box is just a shelf. I'm considering a roof rack solution with a spare (an actual spare) so I can use that space, but idk if it will compromise on stealth or not. Also, I enjoyed your book. It was really informative and I'm glad I have it as a reference.
Yeah, my parents have a 2017 or 2018 RAV4, and it's the same with theirs. Is your spare full-size or a smaller donut-type tire? The one on the back of my 2011 is full-size, which I've always appreciated. As for the spare on top of the roof, I don't really think it screams "There's someone sleeping in here!", though it might draw an extra curious eye or two. And I'm glad you liked the book! Thanks for buying it, and let me know if you have any questions.
The strong magnets still don’t seem strong enough to keep critters out of the RV. Reinforcing the screen with small hole chicken wire or maybe better a sturdy 1/2” square hole fencing. I recently saw someone with sturdy slide in window vents that are screened, that seem even more sturdy. They are not likely to prevent a large persistent pest, but perhaps keep a out pesky raccoon.
I know my 2009 RX350 AWD is a slightly larger vehicle, 80 sq. ft... But I honestly feel that you have more real room... I know you do under the floor in the back, for sure! I'm lucky just to get a few cans of soup in mine!
Do you think that if my food is in a cooler a bear can smell it and try to break in? You are the only one I have seen using a bear can. Should I get one
I'm sure I just can't find your video showing basic beginning essentials for roadtrips. Older female planning to travel alone. I like your travel videos though, even though I don't plan to do any rockclimbing!
Does no one know the word "floor" anymore? The ground is outside beneath our feet. Floors are inside as in the "floor of your car". You can have a ground floor indicating that the floor is at ground level. Sorry it just hurts me for some reason when people call a floor the ground, silly I know. I should share that I did subscribe and I do enjoy your videos. I have car camped in my Prius with the same self inflating mattress, a butane stove, a 12 volt coleman frig, a flip out plywood table using my hiking poles for the outer table legs, no see-um screens for my windows, a small folding 3 legged chair to sit at the table to eat, luci solar lantern, reflectix on the windows for privacy at night, etc. I really enjoyed it and appreciate the additional tips I am gaining from you.
I realized I said that as I was editing the video, but I didn't feel like going back and re-shooting the whole thing to get it right. Either way, you know what I meant. Don't be an ass.
No wonder with such an attitude you have so few subscribers even though you do a good job on your videos. You should go back and read the comment I edited BEFORE reading your reply to my unfinished comment. I am a 64 year old grandmother who has no desire to offend and if you had given me time to get my comment the way I really wanted it you would have seen that.
Your original comment was not nice, and I gave what was an appropriate response to the comment at the time. Now that you've edited it (and come on, you can't get mad at me for being quick to respond to a comment!), it doesn't sound as bad. I've only been making videos for a couple of months and have made only 11 videos. I'm thrilled with the number of subscribers I have. That's great that you've camped in a Prius. I was strongly considering getting a Prius before I got a RAV4. Those are great cars, and it sounds like they make excellent little RVs. I love how you can keep them running on the batteries overnight, and the AC will come on intermittently to keep things cool (or warm; whatever you've got it set to). At least, that's what I've read. What a great feature. That makes me want to get a hybrid RAV4 as my next car. Thanks for sharing your experiences, and sorry we got off on the wrong foot. I hope you enjoy my future videos. Friends?
Sean Ferguson well I guess as the english language falls into more and more muddled and slang prone usage you will be perfectly happy to be served a tomato when you ask for a potato while expressing yourself in all your foul mouthed glory. Have a great day! Maybe learn a new word or two of foul disgusting stuff that is fit for those who don't know how to express themselves intelligently. Incase you didn't notice SUV RVing and I worked out our discussion intelligently without ever needing to resort to help from you.
Sounds good to me! Yes you do have plenty of subscribers for only 11 videos, I'm sorry for my comment about it. The word you used kinda hurt but I should not have replied the way I did regardless. Resubbing. Have a great day.
Wow. That's very inspirational. I just bought a trailblazer and I'm about to head out on a long trip to see family back east. I'm looking at the space and wondering how I'm going to organize it with myself and my dog. I feel like it might be more doable now, but I'm going to need to get creative. I do think I'm going to buy a second hand cargo carrier for the rack, though. Someday, I'd love to buy one of those "tray" things that go in the hitch and have sides (or are completely enclosed.) Thanks for the video. Nice! Can't believe that's a Rav4.
Is the plywood one piece or two? that you're able to lift it to access the cargo net contents? I was wondering how you avoided dumping everything out the back. Maybe the stuff on top is just tied down really good.
Re ziplock bags, to ssve space, I remove them from their cardboard boxes and put all into one of the largest zip bags. I can see into the largest bag, so I know what size bag I am grabbing.
Just ordered the book on Amazon. Did you write it? I just got a Mercury Mariner SUV and would like to adventure and save money staying in the truck rather than expensive camp grounds and motels.
Yep, I wrote the book. Shoot me an email if you have any questions about traveling and camping in the SUV. I bought mine for exactly the same reasons as you. You'll have a blast!
love seeing a similar setup to mine (check it out if you have some time). i'm in a 2008 nissan pathfinder, and let me tell you - as i'm sure you already know - you have to stay super organized when dealing with such a small space. cheers.
Thanks! I'm about to drive out to Colorado for some camping/backpacking and I have a 2008 CRV. I love the way you use your space. How long are your trips usually?
Found your channel a couple of days ago. Had to subscribe because you're living my dream. I love to climb mountains too. I realize I need a very dependable SUV car to be able to go into those dirt roads and not get stuck. With your experience which SUV car would would you buy if you were starting out today. What is the most dependable SUV out there on the market.
I love my RAV4. It goes well down dirt roads, has enough space, is easy to drive, and gets great gas mileage. My next car will probably be a Toyota 4Runner, budget willing. It's a big enough SUV to have a good amount of space there but is also seriously off-road capable. Basically anything by Honda or Toyota will be very dependable.
Ok then. I'll get a Toyota forerunner. I've only had two cars in my life. My first was a Toyota long bed. I have a Chevy S 10 four-wheel-drive now with a shell in the back but it's old. I plan on exploring the Eastern Sierra in the coming year but I need a reliable car. Your videos are very inspiring to me. Going through all your videos now started with your first one. Great stuff. I'll have to get your book I want to support your channel. Please keep doing what you're doing.
Hey mate love your videos.. i have a rav 4myself and are setting it up for camping.. im just wondering how thick the ply wood is and what are the measurements ? Also have u got any tips of items and foods to pack, much appreciated
I don't remember how thick the plywood actually is, but nominally it's about 1/4" thick x 22" x 41" (6mm thick x 56cm x 104cm). For items to pack, basically just normal camping gear and camping food.
I know this is an older video, but did I understand correctly, that you sleep ON the SHELF? It doesn't look strong enough to sleep on. I thought you would sleep under the shelf on the floor of the vehicle. I've slept in my Honda Pilot before but not with that much stuff. Just a night here or there.
For two reasons, really. First, just to make sure it's not building up when I idle the car for extended periods of time. Second, for when I'm cooking with propane or butane inside the car. Thanks for watching and commenting, Pamela.
So jealous of the organizational skills you have BUT really jealous that you're a guy and have pee bottles. Unfortunately, us ladies can't do that😭 can you show us the things you put on rice cakes? Need some ideas.
@@SUVRVing Well, I could do it standing up but I've tried sitting and oops, didn't work for me. Maybe more practice. If I had a van I could stand and it would be easier.
A Tropicana (59 oz) orange juice container works nicely for guys as a p-jug. It`s long grippy neck insures no dropping. 'Spose it would work ok for a gal, too....
SUV RVing excellent. You ever thought of bow hunting. That would make one of the greatest video content in my opinon on the tUbe!!! Traveling and hunting in different regions. Still great content and I'm still here watching😊
so many "van life" videos are mostly about doing a bunch of expensive mods to vehicles. i like your videos because its more about making use of what you already have. which is very helpful to me just starting out with my first van. thanks for sharing
Yeah, I think a lot of "vanlife" videos are more about the van than the life. That's fine, but it's not for everyone. Thanks for watching.
I watch RUclips videos on living in vehicles ALL THE TIME and I have rarely found any so useful as this one! I have a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan (minivan) that I 'live' in off and on. I travel a lot and wouldn't be able to afford doing so, if I had to pay for a motel or even a campground fee. So, I'm always trying to find free places to park that have cell phone coverage and bathrooms.
I have a cartop carrier, so I have plenty of room. However, it seems I never have enough room, really. But, I realize it's just that I don't have things organized very well. This video gave me so excellent ideas.
These are some of the ideas you presented that I will be researching further:
1. Shelf/cargo net all the way across the back.
2. Using thin plywood for shelving with small holes drilled into it, along with zip ties or paracord and carabiners. That is brilliant!
3. Support legs made of PVC pipe.
4. A bear canister for food storage.
5. Visor organizers.
6. Kleenex strapped to headrests.
7. Paper towels held on with bungee cords attached to head rest posts.
8. Hanging little hooks from the hard plastic ceiling lights, along with paracord loops. That is also BRILLIANT!
Hi Cheryl! I'm so glad you found the ideas useful. The shelf/cargo net is enormously helpful and makes use of otherwise unused space. The bear canister isn't really necessary for food storage. I just use it because I have one and use it on some hikes on my trips. Let me know how any changes you make to your setup go!
Love the three-drawer storage idea! I used a ton of reusable bags and they were all over the place.
There are lots of camper van and RV interior videos but very few for SUVs so your video is really inspiring. My SUV is setup a bit like yours but with the addition of a mini "kitchen" that allows me to brew up coffee, fry eggs and cook a simple one pot meal. Thanks for this video and I look forward to more like this.
Sounds like a great setup! What SUV do you have?
It's a 2013 Nissan Rogue
kestrel114 wow, your rig sounds neat!
SUV RVing
You should put what kind of SUV you live in, within the description box and/or title of the video. Just a suggestion. I'm looking to do this in a Honda Pilot [last gen].
So glad I found your channel! I'm at the beginning of turning my 05 Dodge Magnum station wagon into a camper. Sometimes for Solo trips and sometimes for my wife and I. Great ideas! Can't wait to see more of the tricks and tips you have to share. Thanks!
A Magnum would be a great vehicle for trips. You'll have a lot of fun.
I've got plenty more tips and tricks (and trips) to share, so stay tuned!
Excellent advice. I have an SUV and am planning to go camping in it, and trying to organize my thoughts and then the car. Your videos are straightforward and informative. Good job.
I'm glad you've found the videos useful Danial. Thanks for watching. What SUV do you have?
a 1999 LX470 with horrible mileage but very comfortable ride
also 4wd which I hope will help in national forest dispersed camping
Lexus 1999 terrible mileage but comfortable ride only has 90,000 miles.
These are superb ideas!!! My Jeep has a similar cargo net and I love the idea of a plywood platform and all the cool storage and bungee ideas, etc. 😊
Thanks Randyl! I hope you build it and it works out well for you. I love my shelf.
Thanks for these videos. I'm always looking for ways to shoehorn myself and my two dogs into a Ford Fiesta for extended camping trips. You have some ideas I have never seen! I also have a d.light and love it.
You're welcome, Wendy. I'm glad you've found some of the tips useful. Thanks for the comment!
Love the videos. I've done similar stuff with my Kia Cerato hatch and have had great fun. No lasting damage for resale. I do think I'd be bothered not having a spare tyre though, especially in remote areas. Great to see you enjoying nature without spending tons of cash.
Awesome work and cleverness... The bar across holding a net and board is the key to your improvise
Yep, it works great. Thanks for watching.
Thank you very much! Yesterday I built the exact same shelf in the back of my Kia Rondo. I plan on implementing more of your excellent ideas. Cheers from Canada!
Fantastic! Glad you found it useful.
You are brilliant!!! Love your organization!
Thanks Tracy!
Wow! Brilliant and so compact. Thanks for all the ideas.
It works great for me. Thanks for watching RG.
This is a really nice setup. I like it a lot. A consideration could be made about loose items if in a car chrash😬
I use a weed sprayer for shower / washing water supply, too. No battery needed, costs $15. :)
I've used a weed sprayer shower in the past but didn't care for it because 1) it took up too much space in my car when not in use, and 2) I didn't like always having to have one hand operating the shower part. I prefer the kind of solar camp shower that can be hung up from a pole or tree branch because it is extremely compact when not being used and because it's hands-free.
This is cool. Many great ideas. I did the van thing for a year but had to stop because of mechanical issues. I've decided to go with an suv next time because of winter travel. Again great ideas thanks.
SUVs make for great adventure vehicles. Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks Kathleen!
You are the most organized male on here. There is a female who is also very organized. You both are my favs. I prefer how to's and DIYs like you and a few others show. Sadly a few others I used to follow have gone "Hollywood" so to speak having basically their own you tube channel that seems like a reality show. Thanks for the help!
Thanks for the kind words. I try to keep my channel drama-free. Just me going out and exploring the places I'm interested in. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I love this idea because being in a Nissan rouge space is sparse at times. Now I could live in full time outside of doing uber with everything I own. I may do this to get more space above. I have a video posted on my channel of what I started with but it's all been changing. Making things better. I am a bigger girl so going from front to back with a board on top I'm worried I wont be able to sleep completely comfortably. Plus I have a dog as well so she takes up the front seat and floor board with her stuff. It's been great though for real. I wouldn't change it at all. Car dwelling rocks.
@Crystal Johnson Hello there, I have a Nissan Rogue myself and plan to start SUV'ing full time in September. I'll definitely take a peek at your channel. Safe travels!
@@creolebeauty9014 it has been a struggle at times and I have had to switch it up a few times. I still don't have it perfect but it works. I don't do uber anymore so what's in is in. I lost my dog at the end of july so I do have more space now in front and passenger floor. That's where her stuff was. Still need a little more organization but I'll be making a video soon as it cools down and I can find time outside of crying.
@@MsCdawnj I'm so sorry to hear about the death of your loved 1. My God father just died about 2 weeks ago so unfortunately I can relate sure recent loss.
@@creolebeauty9014 it's hard even though everyone and all things will. Doesn't make it any easier
TY 4 sharing. I have an suv im traveling n now. Need 2 rearrange my storage areas. I got the tarp & clamps 4 quick shade. Saw ur video on that. Keep the great videos coming.
Good stuff. Thanks for sharing. I have a Suzuki xl-7 that I took the rear seats out of . I plan on setting it up as a camper. You gave me some great ideas.
Glad I could help. Send me pictures of your camp setup once you've got it all figured out. I'd love to share it on my blog.
Nice job very practical
I just bought a 2015 Rav4 back in September and now I wish I had bought an older one lol. The donut is now in the spot where your basement is and the second glove box is just a shelf. I'm considering a roof rack solution with a spare (an actual spare) so I can use that space, but idk if it will compromise on stealth or not. Also, I enjoyed your book. It was really informative and I'm glad I have it as a reference.
Yeah, my parents have a 2017 or 2018 RAV4, and it's the same with theirs. Is your spare full-size or a smaller donut-type tire? The one on the back of my 2011 is full-size, which I've always appreciated. As for the spare on top of the roof, I don't really think it screams "There's someone sleeping in here!", though it might draw an extra curious eye or two. And I'm glad you liked the book! Thanks for buying it, and let me know if you have any questions.
It's just a donut
Always great vids!
The strong magnets still don’t seem strong enough to keep critters out of the RV. Reinforcing the screen with small hole chicken wire or maybe better a sturdy 1/2” square hole fencing. I recently saw someone with sturdy slide in window vents that are screened, that seem even more sturdy. They are not likely to prevent a large persistent pest, but perhaps keep a out pesky raccoon.
I have a suburban this will be a easy camp setup.
Thanks.
You are a very organized person.
I try!
You, your ways/ ideas are great! Thank you~
Glad it's helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks for posting! Great idea for my 2008 Jeep Patriot... Nice post!!
Thanks Gary!
I know my 2009 RX350 AWD is a slightly larger vehicle, 80 sq. ft... But I honestly feel that you have more real room... I know you do under the floor in the back, for sure! I'm lucky just to get a few cans of soup in mine!
looks good and not too heavy
Even tho 4years ago. Timely. Transitioning from a full size van to an expedition.
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I also have an SUV, a Tracker Hardtop 4x4, it may be smaller than yours, lol. Great ideas, thanks!
Yeah, I think yours might be a bit shorter. If mine were about 4 inches shorter, it would be too short for me. Thanks JAPF!
Great ideas. Thanks.
No problem, glad you liked them. Thanks!
Do you think that if my food is in a cooler a bear can smell it and try to break in? You are the only one I have seen using a bear can. Should I get one
I'm sure I just can't find your video showing basic beginning essentials for roadtrips. Older female planning to travel alone. I like your travel videos though, even though I don't plan to do any rockclimbing!
Does no one know the word "floor" anymore? The ground is outside beneath our feet. Floors are inside as in the "floor of your car". You can have a ground floor indicating that the floor is at ground level. Sorry it just hurts me for some reason when people call a floor the ground, silly I know. I should share that I did subscribe and I do enjoy your videos. I have car camped in my Prius with the same self inflating mattress, a butane stove, a 12 volt coleman frig, a flip out plywood table using my hiking poles for the outer table legs, no see-um screens for my windows, a small folding 3 legged chair to sit at the table to eat, luci solar lantern, reflectix on the windows for privacy at night, etc. I really enjoyed it and appreciate the additional tips I am gaining from you.
I realized I said that as I was editing the video, but I didn't feel like going back and re-shooting the whole thing to get it right. Either way, you know what I meant. Don't be an ass.
No wonder with such an attitude you have so few subscribers even though you do a good job on your videos. You should go back and read the comment I edited BEFORE reading your reply to my unfinished comment. I am a 64 year old grandmother who has no desire to offend and if you had given me time to get my comment the way I really wanted it you would have seen that.
Your original comment was not nice, and I gave what was an appropriate response to the comment at the time. Now that you've edited it (and come on, you can't get mad at me for being quick to respond to a comment!), it doesn't sound as bad.
I've only been making videos for a couple of months and have made only 11 videos. I'm thrilled with the number of subscribers I have.
That's great that you've camped in a Prius. I was strongly considering getting a Prius before I got a RAV4. Those are great cars, and it sounds like they make excellent little RVs. I love how you can keep them running on the batteries overnight, and the AC will come on intermittently to keep things cool (or warm; whatever you've got it set to). At least, that's what I've read. What a great feature. That makes me want to get a hybrid RAV4 as my next car.
Thanks for sharing your experiences, and sorry we got off on the wrong foot. I hope you enjoy my future videos. Friends?
who fucking cares what he calls it.
Sean Ferguson well I guess as the english language falls into more and more muddled and slang prone usage you will be perfectly happy to be served a tomato when you ask for a potato while expressing yourself in all your foul mouthed glory. Have a great day! Maybe learn a new word or two of foul disgusting stuff that is fit for those who don't know how to express themselves intelligently. Incase you didn't notice SUV RVing and I worked out our discussion intelligently without ever needing to resort to help from you.
I wish I could find that cargo net... I suppose it would not be to difficult to make one from dowls, netting and nylon thread/cord.
Nice, how tall are you? I like the bed set up and would not have thought a Rav 4 could accommodate sleeping.
Sounds good to me! Yes you do have plenty of subscribers for only 11 videos, I'm sorry for my comment about it. The word you used kinda hurt but I should not have replied the way I did regardless. Resubbing. Have a great day.
Not the best choice of words on my part either. I apologize for that. Thanks for resubbing!
Wow. That's very inspirational. I just bought a trailblazer and I'm about to head out on a long trip to see family back east. I'm looking at the space and wondering how I'm going to organize it with myself and my dog. I feel like it might be more doable now, but I'm going to need to get creative. I do think I'm going to buy a second hand cargo carrier for the rack, though. Someday, I'd love to buy one of those "tray" things that go in the hitch and have sides (or are completely enclosed.) Thanks for the video. Nice! Can't believe that's a Rav4.
Great tips 👍🏻
Thanks!
You're good at thinking outside the box. Any idea where you purchased that cargo net? Would love to find one for a Prius!!
I bought it from Amazon, but it's made specifically for my RAV4. Not sure if such a thing exists for a Prius. Thanks Boone!
Great video!!
Thanks Justine! I appreciate you watching.
Is the plywood one piece or two? that you're able to lift it to access the cargo net contents? I was wondering how you avoided dumping everything out the back. Maybe the stuff on top is just tied down really good.
Great ideas!! What do you use to cover up your windows at night for privacy??
I have a 2013 Chevy suburban. What type of shelf would you suggest? I like the one you have
Re ziplock bags, to ssve space, I remove them from their cardboard boxes and put all into one of the largest zip bags. I can see into the largest bag, so I know what size bag I am grabbing.
im plenty more then content with the content you produce;) Great video!!!!
Great to hear it. Thanks Chris!
Just ordered the book on Amazon. Did you write it? I just got a Mercury Mariner SUV and would like to adventure and save money staying in the truck rather than expensive camp grounds and motels.
Yep, I wrote the book. Shoot me an email if you have any questions about traveling and camping in the SUV. I bought mine for exactly the same reasons as you. You'll have a blast!
love seeing a similar setup to mine (check it out if you have some time). i'm in a 2008 nissan pathfinder, and let me tell you - as i'm sure you already know - you have to stay super organized when dealing with such a small space. cheers.
I like it lt l ooks very cozy and convienent!
It is! It's a great little setup. Thanks Steph.
Thanks! I'm about to drive out to Colorado for some camping/backpacking and I have a 2008 CRV. I love the way you use your space. How long are your trips usually?
I do two month-long trips a year, a few week-long trips, and a number of overnight trips. Thanks for watching and commenting, Tara!
Found your channel a couple of days ago. Had to subscribe because you're living my dream. I love to climb mountains too. I realize I need a very dependable SUV car to be able to go into those dirt roads and not get stuck. With your experience which SUV car would would you buy if you were starting out today. What is the most dependable SUV out there on the market.
I love my RAV4. It goes well down dirt roads, has enough space, is easy to drive, and gets great gas mileage. My next car will probably be a Toyota 4Runner, budget willing. It's a big enough SUV to have a good amount of space there but is also seriously off-road capable. Basically anything by Honda or Toyota will be very dependable.
Ok then. I'll get a Toyota forerunner. I've only had two cars in my life. My first was a Toyota long bed. I have a Chevy S 10 four-wheel-drive now with a shell in the back but it's old. I plan on exploring the Eastern Sierra in the coming year but I need a reliable car. Your videos are very inspiring to me. Going through all your videos now started with your first one. Great stuff. I'll have to get your book I want to support your channel. Please keep doing what you're doing.
Hey mate love your videos.. i have a rav 4myself and are setting it up for camping.. im just wondering how thick the ply wood is and what are the measurements ? Also have u got any tips of items and foods to pack, much appreciated
I don't remember how thick the plywood actually is, but nominally it's about 1/4" thick x 22" x 41" (6mm thick x 56cm x 104cm). For items to pack, basically just normal camping gear and camping food.
एक young आदमी ही इतने सामान के साथ,इतनी कम जगह में,इतने adjustment के साथ comfortably सो पाएगा।पर फिर भी आपने अपनी suv में सबकुछ कर लिया 👍
I know this is an older video, but did I understand correctly, that you sleep ON the SHELF? It doesn't look strong enough to sleep on. I thought you would sleep under the shelf on the floor of the vehicle. I've slept in my Honda Pilot before but not with that much stuff. Just a night here or there.
Nope, I definitely do not sleep on the shelf. My legs go under the shelf.
Tropicana orange juice containers (59 oz) make excellent p-jugs for guys.
My wife and I camp a lot, and we can haul everything in our 2004?Saturn Vue
can I remove second seat? it will be illegal?
As far as I know, it's not illegal
SUV RVing ok.... for SUV better remove second and third seat for bigger space.
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Is there a link to net and poles? Thanks
How is the setup when your wife comes with you or do you use a different vehicle
What size magnets do you use for netting?
Now thats def hood
What is the name of your Car Cigarette Lighter USB Port?
how tall are you please and what size bed??? nice vid thanks
I'm 5 ft 11 in. Not sure what size the bed is.
@@SUVRVing thanks 5 '11'' also but need to stretch out with arm up lol
Why do you bring a carbon monoxide detector in the car?
Bear/ bare cannister?? Newbie asking
Bear
where did you get the net rig for the back shelf?
Online somewhere. If you Google "RAV4 cargo net" you'll find it.
i bought the book
Gonna be a whole lot more sleeping in cars and other small vehicles in a community near you...
lots more spaces than first appears.
Why do you need a carbon monoxide detector?
For two reasons, really. First, just to make sure it's not building up when I idle the car for extended periods of time. Second, for when I'm cooking with propane or butane inside the car. Thanks for watching and commenting, Pamela.
Very smart indeed
So jealous of the organizational skills you have BUT really jealous that you're a guy and have pee bottles. Unfortunately, us ladies can't do that😭 can you show us the things you put on rice cakes? Need some ideas.
My wife actually uses the pee bottle too. I just asked her about it, and this was her reply: "You just have to know where it comes out!"
@@SUVRVing Well, I could do it standing up but I've tried sitting and oops, didn't work for me. Maybe more practice. If I had a van I could stand and it would be easier.
A Tropicana (59 oz) orange juice container works nicely for guys as a p-jug. It`s long grippy neck insures no dropping. 'Spose it would work ok for a gal, too....
Get a hardside
I don't know what that means.
SUV RVing hey!!! And a hard top for storage atop your car
Ah. I thought you meant a hard-sided suitcase or something. Yep, a rooftop cargo box is on my list of things to get.
SUV RVing excellent. You ever thought of bow hunting. That would make one of the greatest video content in my opinon on the tUbe!!! Traveling and hunting in different regions. Still great content and I'm still here watching😊
Nope, I'm not really a hunter. So you'll have to be content with just my SUV travel videos for the foreseeable future :)