The Perfect Minivan Camper Conversion Build

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  • @northernman22
    @northernman22 Год назад +43

    Re: the ice for iron deficiency. Eating ice does not fix the low iron! Your wife should get iron (oral or even injection if needed). Low iron makes some people crave ice, but eating the ice does not fix the problem!!!

    • @southerngrits
      @southerngrits 10 месяцев назад +3

      You can eat things high in iron . Also prenatal vitamins are high in iron . Or just take Iron .

    • @dannycook964
      @dannycook964 10 месяцев назад +1

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    • @joellynparks7805
      @joellynparks7805 8 месяцев назад +1

      She should cook with cast iron. It's a start.

    • @lynneftw
      @lynneftw 7 месяцев назад

      ​@@Buxtonphil"ice happy"

    • @marionsutcliffe1119
      @marionsutcliffe1119 7 месяцев назад +1

      Better to find out why she is low. Then treat it.

  • @katezs391
    @katezs391 9 месяцев назад +4

    This video would be a lot more useful if it cut 90% of the ice maker nonsense and cut the musical intercuts.

    • @Rsysas
      @Rsysas 3 месяца назад

      Agreed

  • @Steve-Goff
    @Steve-Goff Год назад +7

    Interesting build. Something that can be done & undone in a few minutes. They definitely need to cut the legs and get a much, much smaller mattress

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +4

      Exactly. They are getting a 4 inch memory foam mattress which will add about 10 inches of head space. That mattress is very comfortable, but too high.

  • @ChildofGodforevr
    @ChildofGodforevr Год назад +3

    No way is that enough for 2 ppl to sleep in. It’s barely enough for one

  • @dross24MA
    @dross24MA Год назад +11

    One thought? What if the ice maker were turned around 180° so the lid opens from the middle nearer the passenger side? The driver's seat wouldn't need to be moved up for the lid to be raised and she wouldn't need to be outside to get to the ice.

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +6

      That’s an excellent idea. I’ll share it with them and see how it works out.

    • @gaylewilliams9938
      @gaylewilliams9938 Год назад +2

      That's what I thought when he first put it in; I was waiting to see if he would turn it around.

    • @JayCole-v7x
      @JayCole-v7x 11 месяцев назад +1

      That’s what I was thinking. That way she could access it while they were on the road.

    • @martasplace6414
      @martasplace6414 11 месяцев назад +1

      That's what I thought when I saw him put it in and the opening was on the other side, that it would be easier for her to just reach back and grab her ice if it opened towards the passenger seat.

    • @johnelder4273
      @johnelder4273 11 месяцев назад

      Tell your clients that diet Pepsi contains compounds that block iron absorption. Also, that while low iron levels make you crave ice to chew, ice does not help your anemia. You need either more iron in your diet or suppliments, or injections from your doctor. The soda is not your friend.

  • @Stayfocused1984
    @Stayfocused1984 9 месяцев назад +2

    This is ridiculous, it’s one big commercial. This isn’t a camper van it’s a mattress in a van

    • @eddiebot
      @eddiebot 3 месяца назад +1

      Hence the description of it being no-build and reverseable.

  • @AdventureGearTV
    @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +1

    Thanks for stopping by!Check out my biggest dispersed camping trip of 2023 here: ruclips.net/video/o2Pppq8lUwY/видео.html

  • @kathyweber793
    @kathyweber793 Год назад +4

    I used to chew ice all the time and then found out about the iron issue. I started to take iron. But these days I do have an ice maker because I love really cold water to drink all day long. I am redoing my RV completely and I will absolutely have my ice maker with me.

  • @AdventureGearTV
    @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +5

    Tabitha and I recently explored Paddy Creek in the Mark Twain National Forest. Check it out: ruclips.net/video/fyUAg1_Sxhc/видео.html

  • @markmcla
    @markmcla 11 месяцев назад +3

    The bed frame is nice and lightweight. But there is not enough headroom. I know cargo boxes are expensive, but sometimes you can find a used one for a reasonable price. Stuff could be stored in a cargo box , which would allow more interior space, so the bed could be lowered, and this would make the interior space much more comfortable.

  • @AlainSt-Onge
    @AlainSt-Onge Год назад +5

    I would want more headroom

  • @tobyz.3452
    @tobyz.3452 Год назад +6

    Great Video! I think its a wonderful "No Build" starter for Kyle and Sandi. They got some good equipment and they can modify as they go.
    I think you did a great job on this video and its great you have suppliers that contributed.... Good Luck to All (grin).

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +1

      Thanks! I look forward to meeting up with them again to find out how their trip went. I’m glad those companies let me do that as well. It’s more fun than a traditional review video.

    • @joyfulunionssanantonio9850
      @joyfulunionssanantonio9850 Год назад

      I love my old school full size blow-up air mattress for the back of my van. It works well for two people.

  • @Jamesgeeee
    @Jamesgeeee Год назад +2

    People are nuts. The only way to sleep in a vehicle like this is put platform right on floor then mattress. No legs. You can not be 2 inches from ceiling. It sucks..because you can store stuff under bed. But in the REAL world having legs long term or even more then a few nights is a no go for everyone. I know. I tried .

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +1

      I have a 14” tall bed frame. No issues for me.

    • @Jamesgeeee
      @Jamesgeeee Год назад

      @@AdventureGearTV how far is your head from the ceiling ? You have less then 12 inches of space?

  • @lowermichiganadventures
    @lowermichiganadventures Год назад +3

    2:10 so many awesome ideas for a no build mini Build conversion 3:12 happy wife, happy life may there be ice

  • @ChildofGodforevr
    @ChildofGodforevr Год назад +1

    Did it ever occur to u that she needs a doctor to prescribe iron pills . What are u gonna do when she starts eating dirt. Allow it? Come on man, grow a pair.

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +2

      He’s not her father.

    • @eddiebot
      @eddiebot 3 месяца назад

      They never said she wasn't getting treatment, placating the symptoms over the course of treatment is completely normal and understandable.

  • @darwin5763
    @darwin5763 Год назад +1

    You do not need to be on the road long-term if you’re making an icemaker, you’re a priority. I recommend a comfortable bed so you get a good nights rest, so when you wake up, you start thinking straight.

  • @annieway8418
    @annieway8418 6 месяцев назад +1

    We used a similar set up in our minivan. Cut the legs down and use two 25” wide folding mattresses 4” thick. Gives much more headroom. The shelves for the platform are 2’ by 3’ resulting in a 4’ by 6’ bed. The mattresses were a little long and we cut off one end. My husband and I are both short so the bed works for us. Use zip ties to attach the shelves to each other and bungee cords to hold the bed down for safety.

  • @juliezinchuk8164
    @juliezinchuk8164 Год назад +2

    We travel and sleep in our Odyssey as well! We love it. We have a similar power system and refrigerator as well. We are continually changing and tweaking things after each trip. We bought memory foam pieces for our bed. What is the name of the bed frame? Thanks for the video!

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      I’ll follow up with them soon to find out how their travels went.

  • @leisacrawford8090
    @leisacrawford8090 Год назад +1

    eating ice is a symptom of low iron, but does NOTHING to relieve this condition, your wife just likes to eat ice. it's NOT helping to correct the problem, you correct low iron by supplementing the diet

    • @hoozurmama883
      @hoozurmama883 Год назад

      You're correct. It's called Pica. I used to eat Sonic ice all the time and paper. When I corrected the iron deficiency that all went away.

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      These are some interesting insights. Thanks for sharing. I know that she’s working with some supplements, so hopefully that will help long term.

  • @T53798
    @T53798 Год назад +1

    Instead of trying to make the ice maker fit she should deal with her anemic issue. I am in health care and had the same issue. This problem is very unhealthy and could cause other problems later on. It was a long process including blood and it on infusion but it is worth it and I am in better health.

    • @eddiebot
      @eddiebot 3 месяца назад

      She could easily be doing both.

  • @leilal8053
    @leilal8053 8 месяцев назад

    That mattress is ridiculous...you can't even turn over on the bed! If you want that mattress.....lose the platform.....just level the floor with a sheet of plywood and shimy it. You can even raise it up 4-6" for a little storage.....or simply cut the legs on the shelving 2 lower it to 12"....tops. and cover with a mattress topper. I woukd not be able to sleep in that thing. I don't know how that guy even fts in there without a giant shoehorn!

  • @TurtleMyrtle12
    @TurtleMyrtle12 4 месяца назад

    The wife looks very sick. I hope she's prioritizing getting her anemia fixed with help from her doctor, red meat and liver cooked every day in cast iron, and iron pills.

  • @anitablades6033
    @anitablades6033 4 месяца назад

    Sorry I couldn't watch your video because of the music, it made my head hurt in less than 10 minutes. Good bye !!!!!

  • @juliezinchuk8164
    @juliezinchuk8164 Год назад +3

    We have the tent for the back....I highly recommend it. It's worth the investment.

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      That’s awesome. I’ve thought about one as well, but even my awning locks me in place when it’s out.

    • @karenb3857
      @karenb3857 Год назад

      What’s the name of the tent for the back? Thank you

  • @leokoop3602
    @leokoop3602 5 месяцев назад

    The issue that she has is it because she's drinking diet coke and the caffeine washes out all the stuff that she needs for her body to function

  • @stovallfiberixxicommunicat5215
    @stovallfiberixxicommunicat5215 Год назад +1

    there is a ton of space if you take out the rear facing seats that is folded under the floor

  • @scottfranson4215
    @scottfranson4215 Год назад +1

    Bed Frame . Going to definitely look into find pieces (name brand) that will fit for a Chrysler Town & Country have been trying to get this worked out .A lot of combinations with this kind of bed frame. Genius, Thank You for this Video

  • @jabroni1m
    @jabroni1m Год назад +2

    Get me some of that ice. 😁. Get a 6” mattress and your set.

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      Exactly. Ice cold drinks and a perfect place to relax.

  • @emartin851
    @emartin851 Год назад +2

    I would use a thinner mattress to have more space.

    • @gaylewilliams9938
      @gaylewilliams9938 Год назад

      And/or cut the legs in half.

    • @emartin851
      @emartin851 Год назад

      @@gaylewilliams9938 I'd want to keep that storage though.

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +1

      I believe they ultimately went with a much thinner mattress. I’ll follow up with them soon!

  • @ag88771
    @ag88771 5 месяцев назад

    Cut the bed frame legs down😊

  • @frankg8178
    @frankg8178 6 месяцев назад

    Like the idea of bedframe I'm one person it's 24 inches wide by 80 long if I use 2 / 2 by fours down the length of the bed that would give me two more inches. Come down to time or effort. I'm not that big and I only sleep in one position and I think it would take about 26 inches for me what do you think. Like the idea of the simpleness of it. It would give me plenty a room for my dog to sleep. Concerned about the dogs I am about myself you animal lovers understand yeah I would cut two by fours size of unit so I could move them in and out no problem any ideas also great video thank you very much takes time and effort and kindness to put such good work out

  • @michaelcollins106
    @michaelcollins106 Год назад

    He’s is unsleepable. Drop it down just enough to fit like 6” tall bins. There’s no way they even sleep in it with no head room like that.

  • @poppawasarollinstoneboom9396
    @poppawasarollinstoneboom9396 4 месяца назад

    Don’t fart 💨 in there

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove 9 месяцев назад

    I had to buy extension cables for my solar panels. Unfortunately, that does reduce the amount of wattage that goes to the power station. The more adapters and extensions, the greater the loss.

  • @deenegron6328
    @deenegron6328 Год назад +1

    "to keep the wife happy"...nuff said❤

  • @MonkeyPunchZPoker
    @MonkeyPunchZPoker 9 месяцев назад

    I would remove the center console and put the ice machine there, then removed the rear seats and put the power station and some other things there. Then I would cut those bed legs to the the platform as close to the ground as possible and get a lower profile mattress. That shot of them laying on the mattress made me claustrophobic.

  • @ChrisW228
    @ChrisW228 11 месяцев назад

    Instead of cutting legs, elongate legs by cutting PVC pipe to slide right over the legs. Add as many inches as you need.

  • @bjorntorsten8241
    @bjorntorsten8241 3 месяца назад

    Great video as always and happy travels for their new minivan conversion camper! 🎉

  • @lowermichiganadventures
    @lowermichiganadventures Год назад

    9:46 watching this video from the trail while hiking mainly listening so much information another great video

  • @WanderingWithWanda
    @WanderingWithWanda Год назад +1

    I really need to know how ice helps low iron levels in your blood! Seriously, I'm anemic, do tell!

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +1

      I’m not sure. I think the ice mostly helps with staying hydrated and cooling. I’m not sure if there is an element of hydration related to iron deficiency.

    • @peacefulexistence
      @peacefulexistence Год назад +5

      It doesn’t help with anemia. However, a symptom of anemia is pica, which is craving non-nutritional items. And, for many people with anemia, it manifests as a craving for ice.

    • @Misery4starz22
      @Misery4starz22 Год назад +7

      So, for me, with being anemic, I crave ice and very cold gum. I chew Eclipse polar ice and chew tons of ice. Unfortunately, ice is bad for the teeth. I have to have it though. FREEZIMER sent a small nugget ice machine. This type of ice helps my craving and decreases the damage done to my teeth that big ice can cause. It doesn't medically help, but unfortunately, it's just something I crave. I take iron and have infusions, but it's a battle to get my iron up to a normal level.

    • @barbarahermida2326
      @barbarahermida2326 Год назад +1

      @@peacefulexistence Correct, the ice wont help the illness, you need medical help to correct the problem. Ice wont eliminate the illness. Tons of supplements and food that helps with the problem

    • @cynthiacrawford6147
      @cynthiacrawford6147 Год назад

      ​@@Misery4starz22i take blackstrap molasses for my anemia. I couldn't tolerate the supplements, shots etc.

  • @tonidavis1045
    @tonidavis1045 11 месяцев назад

    Got to have my fan!! We have one of those tents, got a honda van also!

  • @gailjohnson6670
    @gailjohnson6670 Год назад

    Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

  • @cooltrkin
    @cooltrkin Год назад

    You need a 400 watt bifacial panel on the roof.

  • @lowermichiganadventures
    @lowermichiganadventures Год назад

    0:56 I absolutely love ❤️ the story line

  • @sarahnelson2361
    @sarahnelson2361 Год назад

    I love the platform bed. I really enjoy watching your videos. They are very informative.

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      Nice! Thanks for stopping in and sharing your thoughts!

  • @no_worries_van
    @no_worries_van Год назад +1

    I’ve doesn’t have iron in it

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      I spoke with her after and it’s more of a non nutritional dietary supplement.

    • @TurtleMyrtle12
      @TurtleMyrtle12 4 месяца назад

      ​@@AdventureGearTV Water is not a dietary supplement.

    • @eddiebot
      @eddiebot 3 месяца назад

      ​@ericadavenport2039 the ice isn't treating the underlying cause, it's placating one of the symptoms.

  • @NanaPapa2024
    @NanaPapa2024 Год назад

    What size were those shelves? I have an Honda Odyssey and I love this idea!

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      Hi, the link for the shelves is in the video description. I believe the shelf surface 24”x40”. Thanks for asking.

  • @karencastle6002
    @karencastle6002 Год назад

    Put a command strip for scoop

  • @lowermichiganadventures
    @lowermichiganadventures Год назад

    6:04 nice power stations

  • @lowermichiganadventures
    @lowermichiganadventures Год назад

    8:25 beautiful unit

  • @Gunnerking88
    @Gunnerking88 Год назад

    This is so cool!!!! ❤❤

  • @ucbrkly
    @ucbrkly Год назад

    can you provide more information about Craftsman bed frame ?

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      Hi, The bed frame is actually a shelving unit. The link is in the video description.

    • @ucbrkly
      @ucbrkly Год назад

      Thanks@@AdventureGearTV

  • @Gunnerking88
    @Gunnerking88 Год назад

    Liked and subbed!! ❤❤❤ love your videos!

  • @scottaustin7237
    @scottaustin7237 Год назад

    Rather sleep in a coffin.

  • @allenwilliams3
    @allenwilliams3 Год назад +2

    Great video, I am using a 2007 Element now for camping, ok for my grandson and I, but plan on moving into my wife’s 2014 Odyssey as soon as I get her a new one in 2024. I have bought a full size air mattress to use and tried it out without a platform. I think having the Craftsman shelves would be good but I would shorten. I have a Ecoflow battery with solar panel. Still deciding on which fridge to use.

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад

      Nice! It sounds like you already have an excellent setup. Those shelves were around $100, so not too expensive. And, the plastic legs are easy to trim. The Odyssey has plenty of room. The mattress is another place to get back some headroom.

    • @NanaPapa2024
      @NanaPapa2024 Год назад

      @@AdventureGearTV What size were they? (Yes I asked above as well)

  • @neurodivergentlily
    @neurodivergentlily Год назад

    So cool!!! :D

  • @john-j7e7e
    @john-j7e7e Год назад

    fun video

  • @stacyhackney6100
    @stacyhackney6100 Год назад

    Nice

  • @AdamHammock-ng2pe
    @AdamHammock-ng2pe Год назад

    Nice

  • @n.c.467
    @n.c.467 Год назад

    Or...you could sell this car and put a huge downpayment on a real van...much more comfortable!!!

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +2

      That’s an excellent idea, but I think they’re enjoying what they have without accruing any additional expenses.

  • @knkmadl9097
    @knkmadl9097 9 месяцев назад

    How much strong bed frame legs ?

  • @novembersun8102
    @novembersun8102 Год назад +1

    I love this one!! I was looking into an ice machine for my rig, too 🧊

    • @AdventureGearTV
      @AdventureGearTV  Год назад +1

      Ice is a luxury, but it makes a huge difference in the summer heat.