After getting this car, I felt a little insecure about it because of all the hate that the prius name has gotten over the years. People like your remind of why I got it in the first place. Its awesome for the its utility and affordability. On top of that, its one of the most reliable (if not the most) cars out there. I've had mine for almost 2 years and have just been loving it more and more because it just doesn't cost me anything to run it other than gas and oil changes every once and a while. I'll be following along on your camper build! keep up the good work.
Thanks for the comment Roy! I am really surprised with how many people love this thing and what I’m doing with it. I feel the same way, I bought it with 180k on the clock and you would never know it. Definitely the most solid vehicle I have ever owned not to mention getting 50mpg is a dream come true.
I've owned everything from a Tacoma, Tundra, Venza, pretty much everything under the Toyota moniker, and let me tell you...I love my 2013 Prius, best car ever. Yes, it sucks so many people have this "I hate hybrids" attitude, but screw them! If you were to see me walking down the street, I definitely don't fit the Prius look, I look like I should have a lifted truck or a motorcycle. lol
I need to get a bumper sticker that says I'm not a tree hugger, I'm just cheap! I own a Prius Prime. Love this idea. Not sure if I'm brave enough to take the seats out. I have been looking at trailers, suv, and trucks. My car is paid for, why would I want to go in debt again just to travel? I'm going to work with what I got and maybe buy a small trailer for stuff.
I have owned everything Toyota from the MR2 to a Tacoma, Venza, Tundra, I currently have a Prius and LOVE IT! Basically, like you, I watched 100s of RUclips videos on different vehicles, and the Prius was hands down, the best car for traveling. I have traveled many times and slept in my car, zero issues, I would recommend rain deflectors, so you can keep the windows slightly open at night while sleeping and not worry about condensation. Great video sir
I have done a lot of Prius camping. I like this idea of replacing the rear seats with a flat storage box, because it's going to free up the passenger front seat. Also it provides a superior sleeping surface compared to folded down seats. Basically, you're strategy is to say, "hey I'm going on a camping adventure. Why am I hauling around this mostly uncomfortable couch??"
Be sure to keep the battery vent filter (level at backseat passenger side tricep height) especially with your dog being a shedder. The big battery hates getting overheated.
Awesome Job!!! Everything you did looks like it came from the factory that way. It looks very nice and professional! Can't wait to see what you do next!
Dude I have one of these and I love it. I would have never considered buying one until I rented one a couple of times. Love it thanks for sharing your build
My wife bought a 2015 Prius 2 1/2 years ago.Has been a great car.I am used to driving full size pickups and well used Corollas.But I really enjoy the Prius.
Slide your seats all the way forward. Remove head rest and your seats will lay even to meet your back seat. Many people do not know this . Whats really cool, is if you sit in the rear seat, say on the passenger side. The back of your seat becomes like a recliner. Great for just relaxing while on the road. Much more comfortable than the front seat just leaned back. You actually are propping your feet up for the ultimate in comfort. Me personally id have left one seat just for this reason alone. But i do like the idea of maybe taking one out and creating a storage area there. Essentially making it a 3 seater. But, there is rhe option of a hutch with an insert, and adding a cargo insert for extras.. im just spoiled by the built in recliner. Great for naps or just reading a book.
I'm a commercial truck driver. I'm converting a shuttle bus onto a RV. Old lady drives a Suburban. I drive a Prius and wouldn't trade if for anything else, unless it's a newer Prius... And I'll tow the Prius when I hit the road with the RV. Despite of solar panels and a big battery bank to run the mini split in the bus, I'll have guaranteed a/c in the toad...
This is exactly the reason I bought my prius. Now that winter is here im finding that the car needs to run to operate the heater but during summer I am sooooo happy the AC can run off the battery... I got one that plugs in also. 3rd gen prius 1 gen plug in.. no room for spare tire cuz larger battery. . Lol
This is SO AWESOME. I have a 2012 and I secretly dream about doing something like this, even though it's not totally practical for me right now... Thanks for sharing your journey!!
Looks great. Glad you mentioned a dog. I plan on doing something similar cause my senior dogs can’t get into the car easily so if I take the seat out. Yours is about the only video w a seat build. Thank you.
I did something like this with a 210 Datsun wagon. I took the padding off the seat back and that was my storage doors. Also made a large speaker box at the rear hatch. 🎵🎶🎵🎶
I lived out of my Prius for about 18 months. I bought some long, black shower curtain cloth and put some command hooks above every window and would just hang the curtains up when I slept in it. For the windshield, I had a retractable Sun visor that Velcroed into place. Bought another retractable visor for the rear hatch; mounted at the top and put a Velcro strip on the bottom end so when it was time to sleep, I’d just pull it down and Velcro it into place.
Great video. I'm selling my 1996 diesel Sun Voiger. It was big and fun, but it has become an issue for many reasons. My Prius, on the other hand, offers a different avenue for exploring the outdoors. I always used it as a power supply while camping in Yosemite. I'll add another 12v battery or two in parallel (the same type of battery) for more capacity, along with a pure sinewave inverter and an outdoor kitchen (fridge, inductive stove, and microwave) in the rear hitch. Other things to add would be more insulation, a flexible solar panel on the roof, a tent for the rear hatchback when camping and a 2" lift kit with more robust springs to access forest service roads. All this will affect the aerodynamics and mileage, but I'll wait to see how that ends. The Prius is a workhorse.
The generator on wheels idea is what sold me, too. My V is going to be a road home for a while, then move up to an electric transit - as soon as they're ready. If Tesla put out a van - I'd be in one! At least wishing. Wish I had the skill you do!
@@tunedime 2013, but it's not mine now - seat crippled me, literally. I was down for over a week. Traded it via Carvana two weeks ago for a 2014 Chevy Volt. I don't think it's going to work for the same sort of camping.
@@tunedime The seat is screwed up the way it slants so far back/down and is not adjustable. Didn't happen at first, but soon my right side started having issues - neck, shoulders, lower back, sciatica. Tried all sorts of fixes, even an upholsterer (who made it worse, though I specifically said make the bottom level, take out the slope). Got to the point where I was crying to drive. In March, I toughed it out, drove 3x in 6 days about an hour each day and after the third day, woke up in such pain I could hardly walk. Spent over a week mostly in bed til I could get to my acupuncture doc (couldn't drive to get there). Really bummed - looked for a long time for that car, really wanted to hit the road in it, only had it 6 months. $$$Lost, too. Discovered that others have had problems, too. I have a 04 4Runner and had an 04 Camry before the V, no issue but the seats do have hard bumps under them. Had a 2013 Camry Hybrid for a week (Carvana gives you a week and three tries at a car), seat had the same bumps under, sat in/drove several newer Toyotas. Miserable seats if not electric.
To hell with the haters (I'm one of them still) if you like it, send it. Even Prius haters will say it's awesome for what you're doing. You should put mounting points in it so you can strap stuff down if needed
I put one of those in my Prius with a carpet over that. I have a nice Raodtrek but it gets 15 miles per gallon hence why I just bought a Prius V and am setting it up for travel. Also because it has the climate control and easy breezy generator type ease. Last thing I have to do is build the platform am pulling out the back seats. Less than a week and I should be ready to hit the road. I put some great tires on it and had the hybrid battery fan cleaned. Just me and my two puppies ready to hit the road very very soon.
You should get your all your back windows tinted with ceramic window film blocking the solar heat that comes in from the hatch especially on your body when sleeping plus keeps the car cooler. Goodluck👍
I camp in my 2010 Prius. It's awesome and I'm so happy with it. 2010s and up have head gasket that go bad. Many RUclips videos about all the maintenance you will or may need to do over time. 😊 Know what what you're getting into. Using a couple of 24"x 65" Airtex high density foam for a mattress. I need to find a better mattress. Tried many over a few years.
That is all a wicked good idea man! Small enclosed trailer will allow you to carry at least 2-3 bikes with some riding gear and some camping gear. If that makes the load too heavy, you could always instsll one of those top clam shell carriers on top of the car for better weight distribution. Man, I'm lovin' this more and more everytime I see and hear of your plans.
That's what I call DIY, and the Concept of using a prius as a camper is just great. Economic heating system in eco mode through all the night when you sleep. Constant supply of electricity for example an inverter, even when engine is not running. All of this you got a comfortable simple economic budget camping car ALL-IN-ONE! . I own a a plug- in prius and its awesome car. Let the haters hate the prius meanwhile we enjoy our prius!
Im stuck all the way in Columbia Station OH not to far from the lake. Winter SUCKS... (since i have no winter hobbies and hate the cold) Good for you man, I hope you have some killer trips all winter long and stay warm! Im a Toyota guy for life myself. Have a Taco and a Rav4! Brakes and oil changes is all I have had to do.
I'm taking a 1993 Delica Star Wagon L300 turbo diesel back to the states from Japan using a military TMO move, which I plan on converting for van life. My mom was pissed because she apparently was gonna give me her old 2007 prius I learned to drive in for christmas when I to home to live with them for a year. I'm thinking of just putting that delica into long term storage for that year and taking the prius anyway to save money. My deli really is my dream car, but the prius would be a much better car to daily drive on... And, the more research I do, the more I think I can make it do what I want for that year. I'm going to colorado, and my plan was to go car camping up in the mountains on weekends. And budget wise, I could build put the prius to do that a lot quicker and cheaper than the delica. I plan on safari-ing it. You can get about 2 inches of lift and all terrain tires on one for pretty cheap, and the bed, battery, and AC system are already better than what you see in a lot of RVs, already from the factory. Combine all this with front wheel drive, a skid plate, a winch, and practice some welding making a custom bullbar with tow loops and some LED lights, and... Well, it wont be as good as a 4WD or AWD vehicle for offroading, but with some good driving, it should get through most trails in the local rockies just fine, without bottoming out all the time like we used to. Anyway, something else I want to do, and the reason I bring this up, is if youre interested, there's a cool upgrade you can get. Theres 3 levels of battery upgrade you can get, from 1,000 to 3,000 dollars, that replace the spare tire with an extra battery, add a house charging port, and add compatability with wiring in solar panels. Also, it can be used to force the prius to drive purely as an EV under 40 mph. So if you want to get some of that fuel economy back from things weighing you down, like dragging a trailer, that's a great option. Also, I like the prius... But hated driving in it. Its so political that even the mere sight of one had rollin coal modded to hell truck drivers tailgating me all the way to 20 over even though I stick to the slow lane, deciding that's not good enough, finally availing themselves of the passing lane, then try to run me off the road, while flipping me off and calling me a c#$%... And I was just a 17 year old kid borrowing his mom's car because I was too poor to get my own mind you. Kinda f@#$ed up, Colorado is a beautiful state, but I honestly wouldnt care if the residents got glassed. Half the reason I wanna bubbafy mine is just so people won't recognize it as a prius, and f@#$ right off. Long term, there's a company that's set to finally release some commercially available in-wheel electric motors in 2023, that are fairly adaptable to legacy wheel hardware. My ultimate dream is to hybridize my Delica, and squeeze out some good gas mileage out of a bigger older van.
Your video is sooo HOT!! Tripped into your channel by happenstance. So excited to finally get my Prius tricked out for ‘the road’. Be checking out your build process. Very grateful. Game changer! Darn C virus trimmed my sails big time this past year. Happy trails to you. Now my turn, Wahoooo
I like it. And seen the other dude you mentioned. BTW. Do you know hitch rating for how much lbs it can hold, i.e. motorcycle on the back? Cheers... wondering how many companies are willing to sponsor such set ups? Cheers, mine coming soon.
I watched that same youtuber with his Prius setup. That's why I want a Prius. But, after I pay my Hyundai Accent off, but I may do a setup like yours and the other youtuber and get a Jackery generator and keep my Accent for a few more years. I'd love to get the Prius wagon. Priuses are all over now. People like them, but few know how much they can do with them.
I have an Accent hatch and I’m considering a camper build with it, buuuuuuut I kinda want to trade in and upgrade to a used Prius V. I am totally sold on the fact that you can run climate control overnight.
Will this not cause condensation if you are considering sleeping directly on it even with a mattress, sleeping on a carpeted floor minimises condensation underneath, looks a good job though.
Been looking at Prius for the same reason. Trying to decide between Prius and Prius V. I just did a round trip from St. Louis Mo to Houston Tx in a rented Prius. Total trip was a little over1600 miles back and forth and the total cost of gas was $60.70 and had 1/4 tank of gas left. Such an awesome feeling.
Either is fine, but I'd recommend a regular Prius, or the Prime. The v (small v, for versatile, the wagon....not big V for trim level 5) is the only Prius I've driven which I'd hoped to like, but didn't. It doesn't have the quickness of a regular Prius. I actually felt sorry for it when I put my foot to the floor and it didn't take off anywhere near like a regular Prius. I currently have a 2005 Prius that I love but barely use since getting my 2017 Prius Prime, which you can optionally plug in. The Prime is a real wolf in sheep's clothing, and all the advantages of a Prius are 10x better in a Prime. By the time the engine kicks on when you sleep in it, it is time to get up anyway. Usually over 8 hours of heat or AC before the motor kicks on to recharge. More like 15 hours in fall or spring. 6-8 hours when it was a 100 degree day and only dropped to the really muggy dewpoint of 75 degrees overnight while you're sleeping in perfect AC comfort. Likewise when heating to 70 when it's 0 out. (Obviously degrees F). The compromise in the Prime is the slightly higher cargo deck, and no cargo space under it, no spare tire. So much less storage and a bit less headroom above the bed, but still enough. Room for a 50 liter compressor fridge behind the passenger seat, perfect height to level your bed. Unlike any van or RV, I can comfortably drive my Prime 900+ miles per day to get where I'm going, solo. You can set the cruise control above 100mph and it still isn't straining. One day I cruised 94mph almost all day long out west, burning just under 3 gallons an hour. 2 gallons an hour got me 84mph with no wind. 1 gallon per hour 61mpg at 61mph. 1/2 gallon per hour about 80mpg at 40mph. Incredible car. It also outruns much faster cars in big mountains and/or long stretches of hairpin turns. I push them until their brakes are almost on fire, then blow them away when they're defenseless, my brakes are warmed up but nowhere near overheated, due to most braking being regenerative rather than friction. Snake River Canyon near Globe, Arizona was epic. Somewhere out there, are Mustang GT, Maxima, and lowered/chipped Accord owners still shaking their heads that a Prius blew them away. Only the Accord didn't give up. So I let him catch up the mile I got ahead of him. Then when he was 50 yards behind me and pulling out to pass, I put a quarter mile back on him and baited him to try again. He didn't take the bait twice. So I put a mile on him and returned to more reasonable speeds than going 45-85-45 for each 20-25mph turn that seemed to be about every 1/4 mile apart. Anyone who thinks a Prius is not a great car for car enthusiasts, is wrong. Despite all the fast driving and never plugging it in on that 8338 mile trip, plus extreme AC usage, just using it as a hybrid I averaged 46.8mpg on that trip. When you can drive a car like Mario Andretti for a month and average 47mpg, that's my kind of car. Lifetime, I have 80K on it and average mpg is 61.2mpg including that trip, so without the trip, quite a bit higher.
I’m 6’2 and lived out of my 06 Prius for almost 18 months. It’s plenty big imo. The Prius gets a lot of hate for being a small car but there’s plenty of room inside of it. Not a while let of wasted space in the Prius.
Very impressive! I have the V, which has even more head room. Only problem.My wife and I are old! She’s 74 ,I’m 78. I don’t think she could crawl into the car to sleep. But, I love your adaptation. Congrats.
Yeah when ppl say to me "a Prius, are you crazy" I have 2 words: climate control. That's what sold me. And I've been having the same idea as you to cover bed platform: something waterproof, easy clean and pliable that won't kill your knees to crawl on. But I'd prefer rubber matting - a bit less toxic; and I'd keep it whole (wouldn't cut seams) cos spills happen and I'd rather have to roll it back to access drawers underneath than the possibility of getting moisture on the hybrid battery. But all good and I love your attitude 🤗
Good job! I was looking at buying my buddies 2014 Prius for hauling transmissions for full size chevy silverado pickups, but it did not have enough height clearance for the bell housing of the transmission with the seats folded down. That is why I was torn between the Hond Fit/Jazz and the Prius. With those back seats torn out, it looks like you have enough room for an engine or transmission.
Its also important for people to understand the prius transmission is not the CVT belt driven transmission. Those are horrible and I would not recommend towing anything with a belt driven transmission. just going to strip out the belt and ruin the whole transmission. The prius transmission is gear driven with an electric motor. They are so robust that oftentimes there is no transmission fluid even in there at all and they still run for years with no problem. I honestly don't understand why no one else is copying the design.
In 2021 the sienna went hybrid im seriously considering one. But i love my prius too much.❤ but a mini van hybrid would be insane for camping. And 35mpg.
Freakin awesome man. Is the Prius still running good using it commercially? I’m in southwestern Ohio so I’m sure you head through this area when you transport freight south.. stay safe bro…👍👍👍
After getting this car, I felt a little insecure about it because of all the hate that the prius name has gotten over the years. People like your remind of why I got it in the first place. Its awesome for the its utility and affordability. On top of that, its one of the most reliable (if not the most) cars out there. I've had mine for almost 2 years and have just been loving it more and more because it just doesn't cost me anything to run it other than gas and oil changes every once and a while. I'll be following along on your camper build! keep up the good work.
Thanks for the comment Roy! I am really surprised with how many people love this thing and what I’m doing with it. I feel the same way, I bought it with 180k on the clock and you would never know it. Definitely the most solid vehicle I have ever owned not to mention getting 50mpg is a dream come true.
I've owned everything from a Tacoma, Tundra, Venza, pretty much everything under the Toyota moniker, and let me tell you...I love my 2013 Prius, best car ever. Yes, it sucks so many people have this "I hate hybrids" attitude, but screw them! If you were to see me walking down the street, I definitely don't fit the Prius look, I look like I should have a lifted truck or a motorcycle. lol
How do you guys deal with the bad back support. I feel like the steering wheel so far
Mine has a telescopic steering wheel. But also I'm not sitting with the seat all the way back.
I need to get a bumper sticker that says I'm not a tree hugger, I'm just cheap! I own a Prius Prime. Love this idea. Not sure if I'm brave enough to take the seats out. I have been looking at trailers, suv, and trucks. My car is paid for, why would I want to go in debt again just to travel? I'm going to work with what I got and maybe buy a small trailer for stuff.
My Prius has 315,000 miles and it’s still running great.
Love to hear it!
Mine too! Had it 11 years
Whenever you are buying stuff, you should go ahead and add the links in the description...don't leave us hanging yo!
I have owned everything Toyota from the MR2 to a Tacoma, Venza, Tundra, I currently have a Prius and LOVE IT! Basically, like you, I watched 100s of RUclips videos on different vehicles, and the Prius was hands down, the best car for traveling. I have traveled many times and slept in my car, zero issues, I would recommend rain deflectors, so you can keep the windows slightly open at night while sleeping and not worry about condensation. Great video sir
This is such cool feedback knowing you drove an MR2 which is just a fantastic car and you still love this!
I have done a lot of Prius camping. I like this idea of replacing the rear seats with a flat storage box, because it's going to free up the passenger front seat. Also it provides a superior sleeping surface compared to folded down seats. Basically, you're strategy is to say, "hey I'm going on a camping adventure. Why am I hauling around this mostly uncomfortable couch??"
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Be sure to keep the battery vent filter (level at backseat passenger side tricep height) especially with your dog being a shedder. The big battery hates getting overheated.
Awesome Job!!! Everything you did looks like it came from the factory that way. It looks very nice and professional! Can't wait to see what you do next!
I love my 2012 prius. I use it for everything! Work car.. Family car. Vacation car. And grocery’s
Does that black padding have an odor? Considering doing this build myself. Awesome work.
No odor whatsoever!
Dude I have one of these and I love it. I would have never considered buying one until I rented one a couple of times. Love it thanks for sharing your build
They are awesome and super versatile! One of the most hassle free vehicles I have ever owned.
You're killing it, bro!
👨👩👧 ❤
My wife bought a 2015 Prius 2 1/2 years ago.Has been a great car.I am used to driving full size pickups and well used Corollas.But I really enjoy the Prius.
Favorite vehicle I have ever owned, love these machines.
Really like your enthusiasm in regards to your Prius build.
I was going to buy a minivan and convert it to a work van but after watching this video I think I’ll go with a Prius, thank you!!
Slide your seats all the way forward. Remove head rest and your seats will lay even to meet your back seat. Many people do not know this . Whats really cool, is if you sit in the rear seat, say on the passenger side. The back of your seat becomes like a recliner. Great for just relaxing while on the road. Much more comfortable than the front seat just leaned back. You actually are propping your feet up for the ultimate in comfort. Me personally id have left one seat just for this reason alone. But i do like the idea of maybe taking one out and creating a storage area there. Essentially making it a 3 seater. But, there is rhe option of a hutch with an insert, and adding a cargo insert for extras.. im just spoiled by the built in recliner. Great for naps or just reading a book.
That's it. I'm getting a used Prius. For Overland vehicle. Thanks for the push !
Every video progression with the Tesla just puts me closer to wanting to hop on the band wagon love this project and can’t wait to see it in action!!!
Yours is the roomiest Prius hauler I’ve seen ⭐️ I’ll check your channel to see if you have design plans for the box you built! Thanks 🙏🏾
I'm a commercial truck driver.
I'm converting a shuttle bus onto a RV.
Old lady drives a Suburban.
I drive a Prius and wouldn't trade if for anything else, unless it's a newer Prius...
And I'll tow the Prius when I hit the road with the RV.
Despite of solar panels and a big battery bank to run the mini split in the bus, I'll have guaranteed a/c in the toad...
This is exactly the reason I bought my prius. Now that winter is here im finding that the car needs to run to operate the heater but during summer I am sooooo happy the AC can run off the battery... I got one that plugs in also. 3rd gen prius 1 gen plug in.. no room for spare tire cuz larger battery. . Lol
Super happy with climate control... 🥰
This is SO AWESOME. I have a 2012 and I secretly dream about doing something like this, even though it's not totally practical for me right now... Thanks for sharing your journey!!
Looks great. Glad you mentioned a dog. I plan on doing something similar cause my senior dogs can’t get into the car easily so if I take the seat out. Yours is about the only video w a seat build. Thank you.
'U 'Da Man!' We don't need no stinkin' VAN! :-) Happy trails.
YOURE A GENIUS MAN, Congrats on Building your Prius truck
Im definitely getting one of those mats!!! I might even copy your seat removal build.❤ 🎉
I did something like this with a 210 Datsun wagon. I took the padding off the seat back and that was my storage doors. Also made a large speaker box at the rear hatch. 🎵🎶🎵🎶
Now you need to make window covers. Maybe even insulated ones that you can just “pop” into place to keep the creeps away
I lived out of my Prius for about 18 months. I bought some long, black shower curtain cloth and put some command hooks above every window and would just hang the curtains up when I slept in it. For the windshield, I had a retractable Sun visor that Velcroed into place. Bought another retractable visor for the rear hatch; mounted at the top and put a Velcro strip on the bottom end so when it was time to sleep, I’d just pull it down and Velcro it into place.
Great job man👍 It's like we-all goin on a trip 🤪🤪in are favorite rocket ship 😂😂😂 ✌😎 See you tomorrow.
Great video.
I'm selling my 1996 diesel Sun Voiger. It was big and fun, but it has become an issue for many reasons.
My Prius, on the other hand, offers a different avenue for exploring the outdoors. I always used it as a power supply while camping in Yosemite.
I'll add another 12v battery or two in parallel (the same type of battery) for more capacity, along with a pure sinewave inverter and an outdoor kitchen (fridge, inductive stove, and microwave) in the rear hitch.
Other things to add would be more insulation, a flexible solar panel on the roof, a tent for the rear hatchback when camping and a 2" lift kit with more robust springs to access forest service roads.
All this will affect the aerodynamics and mileage, but I'll wait to see how that ends.
The Prius is a workhorse.
The generator on wheels idea is what sold me, too. My V is going to be a road home for a while, then move up to an electric transit - as soon as they're ready. If Tesla put out a van - I'd be in one! At least wishing. Wish I had the skill you do!
What year is ur v
@@tunedime 2013, but it's not mine now - seat crippled me, literally. I was down for over a week. Traded it via Carvana two weeks ago for a 2014 Chevy Volt. I don't think it's going to work for the same sort of camping.
@@Nemo-yn1sp the seat crippled you!? Explain please
@@tunedime The seat is screwed up the way it slants so far back/down and is not adjustable. Didn't happen at first, but soon my right side started having issues - neck, shoulders, lower back, sciatica. Tried all sorts of fixes, even an upholsterer (who made it worse, though I specifically said make the bottom level, take out the slope). Got to the point where I was crying to drive.
In March, I toughed it out, drove 3x in 6 days about an hour each day and after the third day, woke up in such pain I could hardly walk. Spent over a week mostly in bed til I could get to my acupuncture doc (couldn't drive to get there). Really bummed - looked for a long time for that car, really wanted to hit the road in it, only had it 6 months. $$$Lost, too. Discovered that others have had problems, too.
I have a 04 4Runner and had an 04 Camry before the V, no issue but the seats do have hard bumps under them. Had a 2013 Camry Hybrid for a week (Carvana gives you a week and three tries at a car), seat had the same bumps under, sat in/drove several newer Toyotas. Miserable seats if not electric.
Buddy you are so smart and that definitely helps me in my travels! Thank you so much!
Thank you Lucas! Enjoy your adventures.
To hell with the haters (I'm one of them still) if you like it, send it. Even Prius haters will say it's awesome for what you're doing. You should put mounting points in it so you can strap stuff down if needed
To prius haters, what are your reasons and recommended vehicle
@@supjay3945 They're a condensation to what Toyota says. And they're lame
good for you welcome to the Prius fam! 👍😎🚗
I put one of those in my Prius with a carpet over that. I have a nice Raodtrek but it gets 15 miles per gallon hence
why I just bought a Prius V and am setting it up for travel. Also because it has the climate control and easy breezy
generator type ease. Last thing I have to do is build the platform am pulling out the back seats. Less than a week
and I should be ready to hit the road. I put some great tires on it and had the hybrid battery fan cleaned. Just me
and my two puppies ready to hit the road very very soon.
That’s cool ! Good job tanner !
Badass, man! Nice work on the setup. It is amazing how much space you found under the rear seat and trunk for storage. Love it!
You should get your all your back windows tinted with ceramic window film blocking the solar heat that comes in from the hatch especially on your body when sleeping plus keeps the car cooler. Goodluck👍
I like it. The vinyl is great. I hope my next car is a Prius wagon.
Excellent video; informative, informational, and uplifting!
Glad you enjoyed it!
That vinyl fit soo snug bro.... That Tesla is coming along nice!! Love it!
This is awesome. Can’t wait for the travel vlogs! 🤘 Keep up the great work bud!
I camp in my 2010 Prius. It's awesome and I'm so happy with it. 2010s and up have head gasket that go bad. Many RUclips videos about all the maintenance you will or may need to do over time. 😊 Know what what you're getting into.
Using a couple of 24"x 65" Airtex high density foam for a mattress. I need to find a better mattress. Tried many over a few years.
That is all a wicked good idea man! Small enclosed trailer will allow you to carry at least 2-3 bikes with some riding gear and some camping gear. If that makes the load too heavy, you could always instsll one of those top clam shell carriers on top of the car for better weight distribution. Man, I'm lovin' this more and more everytime I see and hear of your plans.
That's what I call DIY, and the Concept of using a prius as a camper is just great. Economic heating system in eco mode through all the night when you sleep. Constant supply of electricity for example an inverter, even when engine is not running. All of this you got a comfortable simple economic budget camping car ALL-IN-ONE! . I own a a plug- in prius and its awesome car. Let the haters hate the prius meanwhile we enjoy our prius!
Im stuck all the way in Columbia Station OH not to far from the lake. Winter SUCKS... (since i have no winter hobbies and hate the cold) Good for you man, I hope you have some killer trips all winter long and stay warm!
Im a Toyota guy for life myself. Have a Taco and a Rav4! Brakes and oil changes is all I have had to do.
Excellent job "Mr Deficit". Very Nice!
Thank you Steve!
Looking at this for my first car for my husky and gear stuff, can't wait!
Humor and building stuff. That's cool! I'm still studying. Only this month able to start saving. God bless.
This is fabulous - love that you refer to it as the Tesla.
Love my 2024 Le AWD! Can I remove the rear seat in that model? Need room for climbing gear and our dog lol
I'm taking a 1993 Delica Star Wagon L300 turbo diesel back to the states from Japan using a military TMO move, which I plan on converting for van life. My mom was pissed because she apparently was gonna give me her old 2007 prius I learned to drive in for christmas when I to home to live with them for a year.
I'm thinking of just putting that delica into long term storage for that year and taking the prius anyway to save money. My deli really is my dream car, but the prius would be a much better car to daily drive on... And, the more research I do, the more I think I can make it do what I want for that year. I'm going to colorado, and my plan was to go car camping up in the mountains on weekends. And budget wise, I could build put the prius to do that a lot quicker and cheaper than the delica. I plan on safari-ing it. You can get about 2 inches of lift and all terrain tires on one for pretty cheap, and the bed, battery, and AC system are already better than what you see in a lot of RVs, already from the factory. Combine all this with front wheel drive, a skid plate, a winch, and practice some welding making a custom bullbar with tow loops and some LED lights, and... Well, it wont be as good as a 4WD or AWD vehicle for offroading, but with some good driving, it should get through most trails in the local rockies just fine, without bottoming out all the time like we used to.
Anyway, something else I want to do, and the reason I bring this up, is if youre interested, there's a cool upgrade you can get. Theres 3 levels of battery upgrade you can get, from 1,000 to 3,000 dollars, that replace the spare tire with an extra battery, add a house charging port, and add compatability with wiring in solar panels. Also, it can be used to force the prius to drive purely as an EV under 40 mph. So if you want to get some of that fuel economy back from things weighing you down, like dragging a trailer, that's a great option.
Also, I like the prius... But hated driving in it. Its so political that even the mere sight of one had rollin coal modded to hell truck drivers tailgating me all the way to 20 over even though I stick to the slow lane, deciding that's not good enough, finally availing themselves of the passing lane, then try to run me off the road, while flipping me off and calling me a c#$%... And I was just a 17 year old kid borrowing his mom's car because I was too poor to get my own mind you. Kinda f@#$ed up, Colorado is a beautiful state, but I honestly wouldnt care if the residents got glassed. Half the reason I wanna bubbafy mine is just so people won't recognize it as a prius, and f@#$ right off.
Long term, there's a company that's set to finally release some commercially available in-wheel electric motors in 2023, that are fairly adaptable to legacy wheel hardware. My ultimate dream is to hybridize my Delica, and squeeze out some good gas mileage out of a bigger older van.
That turned out amazing tanner I'm really loving the idea it's cheap to run nice and comfortable to sleep that's all ya need so good stuff mate 👍
This is awesome 👏 buddy! I have the prius V even abit more room
Love the V!
A Pimped Prius!!!! Came out real nice Bro!!!!!
Very smart idea great build
Cool start.. waiting to see the finish project.
Cant wait to see this thing in camping action.
Your video is sooo HOT!! Tripped into your channel by happenstance. So excited to finally get my Prius tricked out for ‘the road’. Be checking out your build process. Very grateful. Game changer! Darn C virus trimmed my sails big time this past year. Happy trails to you. Now my turn, Wahoooo
Nice Tesla! Towing a small trailer and mx bike or drz-sm would be fine
Good idea, some times less is better. Cant wait to see your travels.
I like it. And seen the other dude you mentioned. BTW. Do you know hitch rating for how much lbs it can hold, i.e. motorcycle on the back? Cheers... wondering how many companies are willing to sponsor such set ups? Cheers, mine coming soon.
Good project. I looked for this video because I am planning to do the same for a long travel that will include Europe and Africa.
I watched that same youtuber with his Prius setup. That's why I want a Prius. But, after I pay my Hyundai Accent off, but I may do a setup like yours and the other youtuber and get a Jackery generator and keep my Accent for a few more years. I'd love to get the Prius wagon. Priuses are all over now. People like them, but few know how much they can do with them.
I have an Accent hatch and I’m considering a camper build with it, buuuuuuut I kinda want to trade in and upgrade to a used Prius V. I am totally sold on the fact that you can run climate control overnight.
I didn't want a prius either! But nothing compared for economy. I LOVE mine! I hope you have the JBL stereo!❤ I'm getting some of those mats!😮❤
Dude, awesome work and absolutely great choice, ultra minimum park anywhere minus the UT trailer. I’m looking to build one too.
Thank you!
The vinyl padding is excellent? Good job? Cheers. 👍👍
I want to make one lol looks sweet and seems like a pretty cool car pick cant wait for more man keep them coming
nice cyber truck. i'm low key jelly
Will this not cause condensation if you are considering sleeping directly on it even with a mattress, sleeping on a carpeted floor minimises condensation underneath, looks a good job though.
Been looking at Prius for the same reason. Trying to decide between Prius and Prius V. I just did a round trip from St. Louis Mo to Houston Tx in a rented Prius. Total trip was a little over1600 miles back and forth and the total cost of gas was $60.70 and had 1/4 tank of gas left. Such an awesome feeling.
I would love to try the Prius V! It is the ultimate travel machine..
Either is fine, but I'd recommend a regular Prius, or the Prime. The v (small v, for versatile, the wagon....not big V for trim level 5) is the only Prius I've driven which I'd hoped to like, but didn't. It doesn't have the quickness of a regular Prius. I actually felt sorry for it when I put my foot to the floor and it didn't take off anywhere near like a regular Prius. I currently have a 2005 Prius that I love but barely use since getting my 2017 Prius Prime, which you can optionally plug in. The Prime is a real wolf in sheep's clothing, and all the advantages of a Prius are 10x better in a Prime. By the time the engine kicks on when you sleep in it, it is time to get up anyway. Usually over 8 hours of heat or AC before the motor kicks on to recharge. More like 15 hours in fall or spring. 6-8 hours when it was a 100 degree day and only dropped to the really muggy dewpoint of 75 degrees overnight while you're sleeping in perfect AC comfort. Likewise when heating to 70 when it's 0 out. (Obviously degrees F). The compromise in the Prime is the slightly higher cargo deck, and no cargo space under it, no spare tire. So much less storage and a bit less headroom above the bed, but still enough. Room for a 50 liter compressor fridge behind the passenger seat, perfect height to level your bed. Unlike any van or RV, I can comfortably drive my Prime 900+ miles per day to get where I'm going, solo. You can set the cruise control above 100mph and it still isn't straining. One day I cruised 94mph almost all day long out west, burning just under 3 gallons an hour. 2 gallons an hour got me 84mph with no wind. 1 gallon per hour 61mpg at 61mph. 1/2 gallon per hour about 80mpg at 40mph. Incredible car. It also outruns much faster cars in big mountains and/or long stretches of hairpin turns. I push them until their brakes are almost on fire, then blow them away when they're defenseless, my brakes are warmed up but nowhere near overheated, due to most braking being regenerative rather than friction. Snake River Canyon near Globe, Arizona was epic. Somewhere out there, are Mustang GT, Maxima, and lowered/chipped Accord owners still shaking their heads that a Prius blew them away. Only the Accord didn't give up. So I let him catch up the mile I got ahead of him. Then when he was 50 yards behind me and pulling out to pass, I put a quarter mile back on him and baited him to try again. He didn't take the bait twice. So I put a mile on him and returned to more reasonable speeds than going 45-85-45 for each 20-25mph turn that seemed to be about every 1/4 mile apart. Anyone who thinks a Prius is not a great car for car enthusiasts, is wrong. Despite all the fast driving and never plugging it in on that 8338 mile trip, plus extreme AC usage, just using it as a hybrid I averaged 46.8mpg on that trip. When you can drive a car like Mario Andretti for a month and average 47mpg, that's my kind of car. Lifetime, I have 80K on it and average mpg is 61.2mpg including that trip, so without the trip, quite a bit higher.
I’m 6’2 and lived out of my 06 Prius for almost 18 months. It’s plenty big imo. The Prius gets a lot of hate for being a small car but there’s plenty of room inside of it. Not a while let of wasted space in the Prius.
Very impressive! I have the V, which has even more head room. Only problem.My wife and I are old! She’s 74 ,I’m 78. I don’t think she could crawl into the car to sleep. But, I love your adaptation. Congrats.
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for sharing your valuable information with us.
cool project, imo the chevy volt is a bit better. can just plug in somewhere and run the heat. currently adding solar to mine
Duddddde that's sick! Love your Moto vlogs but this Tesla build is just badass. I want one too 👍🏼
DÚڳŦψ βÖŦŦΌМي Thank you brother!
This is perfect for moto-camping trips!
Excellent... Inspirational. Thank you
Thank you Paul!
Great video on you gave me an idea bro lol I love my Prius!
Love it! Good job
Yeah when ppl say to me "a Prius, are you crazy" I have 2 words: climate control. That's what sold me.
And I've been having the same idea as you to cover bed platform: something waterproof, easy clean and pliable that won't kill your knees to crawl on. But I'd prefer rubber matting - a bit less toxic; and I'd keep it whole (wouldn't cut seams) cos spills happen and I'd rather have to roll it back to access drawers underneath than the possibility of getting moisture on the hybrid battery.
But all good and I love your attitude 🤗
How do you get air to the Hybrid traction battery? It needs the air to stay cool.
I leave the doors open while driving.
I also looked into a van and then it hit me: you don't need that much.
Less is more! Stay tuned in a month or so for our new journey.
I've been looking for a good Prius camper build series. Thanks mate.
you can take the spare tire and move it the middle oi the back seat box and gain even more convenient back hatch space.
Good job! I was looking at buying my buddies 2014 Prius for hauling transmissions for full size chevy silverado pickups, but it did not have enough height clearance for the bell housing of the transmission with the seats folded down. That is why I was torn between the Hond Fit/Jazz and the Prius. With those back seats torn out, it looks like you have enough room for an engine or transmission.
Its also important for people to understand the prius transmission is not the CVT belt driven transmission. Those are horrible and I would not recommend towing anything with a belt driven transmission. just going to strip out the belt and ruin the whole transmission. The prius transmission is gear driven with an electric motor. They are so robust that oftentimes there is no transmission fluid even in there at all and they still run for years with no problem. I honestly don't understand why no one else is copying the design.
bro im gonna be doing this soon hahahahaha thanx for the tips and sharing!
Car came
Out real nice real nice 💯👍
Thanks ~ big help !
Perfect! Keep going!!!
Thank you! Will do! I have an entire playlist on the channel of this build ruclips.net/p/PLQmNa9wJweSCbyiQMdJINgHGsJDxHmsIH
great idea!
I like your canines!
Thanks!
@@AdventureDaily How have you found the overall experience sleeping in the Prius?
Hi! This is so awesome!
Can you please post the playlist mentioned at 11:30? Would love to watch and like all videos! 🤘🏻
Great review, thanks!
In 2021 the sienna went hybrid im seriously considering one. But i love my prius too much.❤ but a mini van hybrid would be insane for camping. And 35mpg.
Came out so good!
Nice work man
How you doing Like The job you did I'm 61 I wanna know how tall you are and how much room you have left see if i fit if i did the same thing
Freakin awesome man. Is the Prius still running good using it commercially? I’m in southwestern Ohio so I’m sure you head through this area when you transport freight south.. stay safe bro…👍👍👍
How much weight did you end up towing? I plan on towing about 1850.
Do you think that will be ok?
Thanks
1500 max I really wouldn’t go higher unless you have the newest gen.
Nice spot to snipe at the range 💯