Ultimate solar shower (DIY van conversion and car camping)

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  • Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
  • This video is about van conversion. I explain how I did my solar shower system, including specific features to be used with a van, a minivan or a car. It includes interesting safety features that I consider a necessity.
    This video is related to a previous video about hygiene. I invite you to watch it:
    • Avoid misery! (van fea...
    In the video, you will be able to see parts of the converted minivan. If you want to learn more about the overall conversion, you are invited to watch my van tour:
    • Van Tour: DIY conversi...
    I also have a van conversion technic playlist:
    • Eric's: conversion tec...
    This video is part of a series about van conversion concepts. Here’s my playlist:
    • Eric's: van concepts
    There’s also a playlist about Trips and Tips:
    • Eric's: trips and tips
    Give me some feedback! It is so much more interesting for me when I get feedback from you . I also really appreciate knowing from which state or country you have just watched my video. I enjoy sharing with people from everywhere.
    This channel is based on decades of experience. Everything explained is authentic, genuine, and fully tested. Take note that I am not sponsored by anyone. You have my honest and raw opinion.
    Synchronized captions are available in English and in French.

Комментарии • 640

  • @dianac7002
    @dianac7002 3 года назад +40

    Hello from the Chicago suburbs! Not only do you explain HOW to do something, but you talk in detail about WHY the solution works best. I really appreciate that. You're a great teacher. Thank you!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you Diana! I very much appreciate having feedback from the video aspect too 👍
      You must have recognized a clip from Chicago in that video...😃✌️

    • @dianastoevelaar9548
      @dianastoevelaar9548 Год назад +1

      Thank you, Eric for sharing all your Design secrets with us in your classic Holly, informative and detailed style. That is so helpful to the rest of us watching. :-)
      I’m binge watching watching you from sunny California, USA.🇺🇸😂

  • @saboh7058
    @saboh7058 3 года назад +26

    I love your solutions: simple, cheap, comfortable. And most important, you have tried a lot of solution before suggest something

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +7

      Effectively! I think that you must have used, tested and improved things before sharing it. When I first published my van tour, I was already using my van for a year. You do not want people to reproduce none tested solutions with errors... Thank you for feedback. It is much appreciated 😃✌️

    • @chrisproctor5252
      @chrisproctor5252 2 года назад

      I am watching your videos from the UK. Having watched quite a few I must congratulate you on the quality of both the information and advice. I have spent a substantial amount of time in my own stealth camper. With many years in different environments and seasons over many many miles and the key is keeping it simple. All your advice and technical approaches are well grounded and work. For all those who aspire to attempt this adventure listen to the words from this man. I promise you he will save you money, time and so much grief.
      I so often tell people it only looks simple when you see someone doing something they know how to and understand it. Believe me that is not very often. Eric is just such a craftsman.

  • @badger9156
    @badger9156 11 месяцев назад +1

    Elbow oil 😂! We would say elbow grease in New Zealand. Very similar, same meaning, but the slight difference makes me smile 😊

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  10 месяцев назад

      Nice! Thank you for your comment 😃✌️

    • @sz4179
      @sz4179 3 месяца назад

      "Elbow grease" for sure afaik( Western USA)

  • @WalrusRiderEntertainment
    @WalrusRiderEntertainment 5 месяцев назад +1

    Hi from Australia. In the process of building a campervan 🥰

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  5 месяцев назад

      Wonderful! You will never regret this! ✌️
      Australia 😃

  • @hansdezwart4453
    @hansdezwart4453 7 месяцев назад +2

    I already found a ton of information about solar roof showers, but yours gave me new ideas. I thought of the challenge of how to stop the water from moving over the whole length when braking suddenly. I like your idea.

  • @michaelpatrickgorman1499
    @michaelpatrickgorman1499 3 года назад +3

    Eric: the Zen Master of Vanlife! Love all your videos. Started watching you when I lived in Kyoto, Japan, now in Huntsville Alabama.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you Michael for your comment! Japan to Alabama! So cool! 😃👍

  • @melodypaz7247
    @melodypaz7247 Год назад +1

    Good morning to you, Eric Enjoys Earth!
    I come to you from the "thumb" of Washington in the Pacific Northwest area of the United Ststes of America.
    I am privileged to live near the beautiful Olympic National Forest, which is one of the world's few temperate rain forests.
    I always derive much good from your videos.
    First, there is your desire to help people succeed by sharing your experience- tested knowledge. I hope to incorporate much of what you have shared in your videos into a wheel- chair- user- friendly build for my family and me.
    Second, you share the how and why of each likely solution in such an accessible, respectful manner. Three, because of the first two, your videos remind me of my dear departed father, and the comments about customs officers wanting to open the ends of the tube reminded me of when I took fishing poles to Mexico as gifts to my late husband's relatives.
    Thank you for bringing good to our lives!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад

      Thank you Melody for your very nice comment! You made my day! 😃✌️

  • @Trenchant468
    @Trenchant468 3 года назад +7

    Another deeply practical solution, well thought out, and using actual science. The thing that stands out about your minivan camping is not just experience, but a solid education underlying your choices. Thanks from the Mid-Atlantic.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +2

      Thank you my friend! This is an awesome comment very much appreciated 😃✌️

  • @ktk2094
    @ktk2094 3 года назад +17

    Eric, you put so much thought into everything you do on your van. Your explanations and photos of each project are detailed but simple to follow and understand. I look forward to your videos. Thanks.
    I'm following along from Wisconsin USA, on the south shore of Lake Superior.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +2

      Thank you Kathy! I am very glade of your comment. It is quite a source of motivation! You made my day! 😃✌️

  • @nate8088
    @nate8088 3 года назад +4

    The water tube baffles are a great idea! Such a simple and effective solution.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thanks for your feedback Nate👍

    • @georgestone8099
      @georgestone8099 2 года назад

      I can't find them for sale anywhere in the UK :/
      Not even sure what to search, though.

  • @shannonmurphy9790
    @shannonmurphy9790 3 года назад +3

    From Minot, ND - USA. I would not have considered so many points, such as ensuring the water cabinet does not thrust forward like a torpedo. Thank you for mentioning all the things you think through. It helps me to look at challenges in new ways. Very neat shower!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you Shannon. I am glade to be of any help and that you appreciate my video 👍😃

  • @DavidLari
    @DavidLari 3 года назад +2

    Between Eric and Bruce Parks, I've learned so much to help me with my Sienna build out. Thanks!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      It’s a pleasure David! Thank you for your appreciation 😃✌️

  • @guarionexfloresliranzo7893
    @guarionexfloresliranzo7893 6 месяцев назад +1

    Enjoying all the detailed contributions. I've been born and lived my entire 72 years in a 3rd world country. I want to add to the nice details, a common one that all dominicans would use if you don't have enough water and or pressure in the solar tank: a container of some 3-4 gallons and a jar. Always pleased with the chanel.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your appreciation et sharing your experience. ✌️

  • @Oceangirl326
    @Oceangirl326 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for the new video. I recommend your videos to other people frequently. Keep posting!

  • @Robin-kf1yz
    @Robin-kf1yz 3 года назад +8

    Eric, I just watched your video from Western North Carolina. Anticipation and then excitement when I see you have posted.
    The solar shower is brilliant. The baffles…sweet. I don’t believe I have seen that in any other DIY project. Also, the simple way you pressurize the system.
    It is so very obvious how much time and effort you put in to any of your projects before you post them.
    Thank you for your quality work.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +3

      Thank you Robin for this awesome comment! I really appreciate. «Calculate is as good as working» my grandfather used to say! Showing tested stuff is essential! Thanks! ✌️

  • @tjmarie6554
    @tjmarie6554 3 года назад +4

    Quebec, Canada. I am not yet at a build stage, but will keep all your instructions for possible future use! Thank you so much for taking time to share your solutions!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Learning to avoid mistakes is the best! Enjoy planning your project. Thank you Marie for your comment ✌️
      Qc 👍

  • @dannycoffey644
    @dannycoffey644 2 года назад +1

    Hi Eric,
    My name is Danny Coffey and I live in Visalia California that is by Sequoia national Park.
    I want to thank you for your van life videos and your wisdom and experience that is awful nice of you to share with the rest of us.
    I worked hard all my life my wife passed away my kids are grown and I am going to enjoy my van life but I appreciate your wisdom and experience.
    I'm going to build my solar shower like yours and I thank you so much for all your tips and experiences save me the misery of building my solar shower on my van thank you so much.
    I especially never thought about launching the torpedo forward and putting the restrictions inside of the tube and I love your shower because it's simple.
    And I love how you pressurize it again thank you so much for your wisdom and your experience of Van life and willing it to share it with the rest of the world
    Thanks
    Danny Coffey 😁
    I will be watching more of your videos on the reflectix and everything else that you have to share and offer thank you again

    • @dannycoffey644
      @dannycoffey644 2 года назад +2

      Love your van life videos especially sharing your wisdom and experience with us newbies that do not have any experience thank you
      Danny Coffey 😁

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Hello Danny! I am sorry for your lost. I am great full to help you with your built with my videos.
      Thank you for your great comment. If you have questions, do not hesitate. Enjoy planning your project. You will never regret it. So much fun to travel, discover and contemplate 😃✌️

  • @raffie9526
    @raffie9526 2 года назад +1

    Golden moment of van life engineering 👏👏👏

  • @ziomalZparafii
    @ziomalZparafii 7 месяцев назад +2

    10:37 cheers from Poland! I've seen most of your videos during covid, when the idea planted in my mind. Now that I bought a proper car I've started the process of conversion and I'm watching your videos again for ideas and solutions 💪

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  7 месяцев назад +1

      That's awesome! I am glad to be useful in your project! Enjoy the project! You are going to have so much fun with your van!
      Poland! Cool!
      ✌️

    • @ziomalZparafii
      @ziomalZparafii 7 месяцев назад

      @@ericenjoysearth2756 The most challenging part is that we have 186 and 189cm of height so hard to squeeze a proper bed to be able to sit on it while in day mode but I'm trying a few options before finalizing the project. I got Peugeot Rifter long with automatic transmission - very pleasant to drive. The whole process of inventing, creative use of space and planing is a separate hobby I guess 😁 Thanks again, cheers!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  7 месяцев назад

      If you can sit on a seat when it is not converted, than you can sit with enough room! Enjoy your project 😃✌️

    • @ziomalZparafii
      @ziomalZparafii 7 месяцев назад

      Well, not really as when sitting on a regular seat there is a lower floor for legs so that's extra ~20cm. When a seat is flat it goes into that space. But anyway, if the whole conversion was easy, there won't be a place for the creativity ;-)

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  6 месяцев назад +1

      Well said! Creativity is the fun part 👍😃

  • @jongonzalez3332
    @jongonzalez3332 8 месяцев назад +1

    Eric, you are my VanLife real life HERO! Thanks for sharing your experience, expertise, & vanlife ENERGY! 🦸🏻‍♂️👍🏼 If you are ever in San Diego, CA, I'd love to meet you in person! I can host you in my house, and prepare a good home cooked meal to pay you back for all your contributions to the vanlife community. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Jon

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  7 месяцев назад

      Thank you my friend! I really appreciate your comment and offer. I am glad to be useful in your project. Your gratitude comment is a source of motivation! Thanks 🙂✌️

  • @marshall5329
    @marshall5329 3 года назад +1

    From Arizona, USA. Thanks, Eric. I investigated several of these tanks on the internet and wound up with one similar to yours. But, nowhere did I find anyone installing the baffles in the tube. I intend to modify mine now to include the baffles. If I plan to cross international borders I will also modify the ends to allow access. I was a divemaster for a shop in Tucson, AZ and we made 3 to 4 trips per month to Mexico and the Sea of Cortez. On one of those trips I was hauling 15 scuba tanks for the class in my pickup. Crossing on the return to the USA a new border patrol officer wanted me to dismantle all the tanks, but fortunately an old timer was there who recognized me as a frequent crosser for the shop and let me go. You never know what they will ask you to do.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you for sharing your experience. This is a very good one! I am glade that you will enjoy a travel and custom safe shower! ✌️
      I love Arizona 👍

  • @Matt_on_life
    @Matt_on_life Год назад

    Greetings from NW Florida! I’m doing a Chevy express van and will be implementing this system. I imagine a first glance people will assume it’s a plumber van. Stealthy and hygienic! Thanks for the tutorial!

  • @Thebest_vids
    @Thebest_vids 2 года назад +1

    Hi from South Dakota, USA!! I've watched 100's of these videos and yours are by far the best in terms of simplistic innovation that is not over- engineered. I have a 2012 Honda Odyssey. I'm currently trying to devise a setup where I can keep one of the second row seats usable for when I'm on the road and then remove it as needed at night to pull out the bed.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Thank you Meghan for this awesome comment. I really appreciate. Enjoy your project 😃✌️

  • @Ethan_is_me
    @Ethan_is_me Год назад +1

    Hello from Malaysia. Just wanted to say thank you for sharing all of your valueable information with everyone for free. And i feel calm watching your videos. Cheers Eric.

  • @karengraves8592
    @karengraves8592 Год назад +1

    Hello from Los Angeles, California. I am born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. Enjoyed this informative video because I am not interested in hooking up systems to my engine. My father enjoyed traveling by car and camper and so do I however, I have not invested in a trailer at this time. I work full time so I am a weekend traveler. I had watched your video about your van build and your reasons for building this way. Another great video. Thanks again for taking the time to explain your solutions to common issues DIY travelers come across.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад

      Thank you Karen for sharing and commenting. It is always interesting to read about people perspectives. Thank you for your appreciation ✌️😃

  • @mikestone9129
    @mikestone9129 Год назад +2

    Hello from the Yucatan, Mexico. I like your shower build. I especially like the baffles you put inside the pipe to stop the water from sloshing back and forth.

  • @truckerzwyf
    @truckerzwyf 2 года назад +1

    Eric, Thank you for another problem solved! I'm from Goldendale Washington and am a 65 y.o. grandma just starting my van conversion in a 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
    I love your videos. ❤️

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Thank you Sue for your appreciation! You will have so much fun to travel! Enjoy realizing your project 😃✌️

  • @xinzhongwei8739
    @xinzhongwei8739 2 года назад +2

    Hello from Boston, MA! I really appreciate the simplicity of your solutions. It’s easier for DIYers to replicate than the much more expensive professional van conversions. It’s also comforting that no permanent change is made to the minivan structure. This way, if a van life is not really to your liking, you are not wasting too much money and time anyway.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад +1

      Exactly! Plus you won’t lose everything that you have build since you can transfert your conversion fournitures into a new van with less mileage!
      Thank you for your feedback Xinzhong 👍

  • @angelface7766
    @angelface7766 3 года назад +1

    You’re an inspiration to me! We became homeless recently and the only thing we owned was our van! You have my mind working overtime on projects to make our life better while we come out of our situation as we work to save $$. I’m obsessed! Thank you! My 1st project is going to be the bed! I’m stoked!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +1

      I am sorry about your temporary situation. As always, things always finally get better. One thing brings to another, you may enjoy the freedom of always having your home on wheels with you! I am glade to be of any help with my videos. Enjoy your new project my friend ✌️

    • @angelface7766
      @angelface7766 3 года назад

      Thank you my mind is fired up with ideas. But my 1st project is making that bed of yours! I’m loving it!!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +1

      Great! 😃✌️

  • @rolliebca
    @rolliebca 3 года назад +8

    Another excellent video Eric! Looking forward to part two. You don't post often, but when you do we can all count on yet another high quality well thought out video well worth our time. Best wishes from Edmonton Alberta.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Rolland this is a great comment!
      I was too much enjoying summer! But I have written a few videos that will follow more rapidly! ✌️

  • @Flash1857
    @Flash1857 2 года назад +1

    The water disk to slow sloshing is ingenious, and end caps are good idea too. Thanks

  • @laurahubbard9470
    @laurahubbard9470 3 года назад +9

    Thank you Eric. I enjoy your videos so very much. You clearly put a lot of thought into each build and video. I particularly like your idea of putting a screw cap on each end of the tank. I hadn’t thought about the fact that customs would want to check inside the tube. I also loved the water sloshing animation. Watching from California 🚙

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +3

      Thank you Laura! I very like your comment. I really like having feedback also on my videos. I really enjoy that animation too. It is fun to watch knowing that I made this with manual drawings! ✌️

  • @LauraGarcia-ez9of
    @LauraGarcia-ez9of 3 года назад +3

    Keep them coming Eric. I love your videos and have used a lot of your ideas. I don't travel in a van, but I do travel in a Prius which is kind of a smaller version of your Sienna. At 1:49 on your video, you drove right past the off ramp to where I live. I'm in Hollywood California - but I'm in the Hollywood Hills - in an area called Beachwood Canyon which is part of Griffith Park. Really great hiking up here. Next time you're in the area let me know and I'll show you all of the hidden staircases we have in our canyon and take you to our village cafe. In the meanwhile, happy trails to you.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you Laura for this cool comment! Reading it, I was seeing your neighbourhood in my mind! I am looking forward to go back. I like California so much! 😃✌️

  • @ailo4x4
    @ailo4x4 2 года назад +1

    The tank baffles are a clever addition and WELL worth the little extra effort! Much safer and easier to drive.

  • @TanmoyDasIN
    @TanmoyDasIN Год назад +1

    ❤ from India. I have subscribed because of your honest practical solutions for making van life possible for everyone. Besides, you are not creating videos for making money by showing unnecessary things to viewers but to help them by showing your actual real life experiences. Thank you very much.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад +1

      I really appreciate your comment! Thank you! Welcome to my channel 👍

    • @TanmoyDasIN
      @TanmoyDasIN Год назад

      @@ericenjoysearth2756 😍😄🙏🏽

  • @clintonflynn815
    @clintonflynn815 3 года назад +2

    Thanks Eric for another great video. Greetings from San Francisco!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you Clinton! There’s a nice kick clip of San Fransisco in this video. I personally like to watch it each time! 😃✌️

  • @vernamay2393
    @vernamay2393 Год назад +1

    Hi I live in North Carolina and I am a new empty nester. Spent a lot of time camping in my 20s. I got flooded while sleeping a few times and was really over tent camping. I have bought a mini van for my dog and I to camp in. I found your channel just in time... I have bought a tri foulding chair to bed. Looking forward to camping beach to the mountains 😎😃😄

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад

      Enjoy your new life! Thank you for sharing about your project 👍

  • @civilissouls
    @civilissouls 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for your comprehensive information from Japan!

  • @sumanraju8473
    @sumanraju8473 3 года назад +2

    From India.
    Thank you very much for your awesome knowledge in simplifying the complicated things. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @leftcoastoutlaw
    @leftcoastoutlaw 2 года назад +1

    Hello from Spring Creek, Nevada. I appreciate the small tweaks to an established design that make a big difference in functionality. Good work!

  • @englishkernigit8294
    @englishkernigit8294 Год назад +2

    I'm glad you fitted baffles as no one else seems to have done. I will fit them to mine

  • @Buffy-88
    @Buffy-88 4 месяца назад +1

    Excellent presentation 👏 really enjoyed it from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @pedrensdrens8469
    @pedrensdrens8469 3 месяца назад +1

    Thanks a lot from Spain, dude!

  • @hollyphillips563
    @hollyphillips563 3 года назад +1

    Watching from North Dakota, USA!

  • @adcourbon
    @adcourbon Год назад +1

    Merci pour cette vidéo qui traite enfin d un moyen de fixation sûr et des mouvements d eau. Bonne route.

  • @lostiledivitachevuoi
    @lostiledivitachevuoi 2 года назад +1

    Hi from Italy. I just discovered your channel and I find it one of the best. Easy and practical explanations. Very easy to understand your English even for me I’m a beginner Ciao Eric!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Thank you my friend from Italy! I much appreciate your comment 😃👍

  • @Marcelo-wn3bq
    @Marcelo-wn3bq 2 года назад +1

    Eric, I am a new subscriber, from Sao Paulo, Brazil, and enjoy your videos so much! I am a retired engineer, and love the solutions you shared with us! If you ever come to this lands, I will be more than happy to welcome you here! Tks a lot

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Thank you Marcelo for your feedback and for your invitation.
      Welcome to my channel! ✌️

  • @mioww325
    @mioww325 3 года назад +1

    You're back! Hurrah! Missed your videos very much Eric.

  • @cotejohtelmobile5640
    @cotejohtelmobile5640 3 года назад +2

    Belle surprise de voir une nouvelle vidéo de ta part ! merci pour tous ces bons conseils détaillés ! très inspirant ! comme dans la chanson "... c'est bon pour le moral, c'est bon pour le moral, c'est bon bon.... c'est bon bon". ;-)

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +1

      Hey! Merci pour ce beau commentaire! Ce sont ces beaux mots qui sont sources de motivation. C’est très apprécié! 😃✌️

  • @dyrectory_com
    @dyrectory_com 4 месяца назад +1

    Thanks! from Vancouver, Canada. 🕊

  • @GrantSR
    @GrantSR 3 года назад +5

    I have found that shower tents last a maximum of one year when you leave them set up all the time. I have had to buy a new one every year I have been vandwelling. Usually, the zipper wears out due to UV degradation. But the tie-down points also tear out easily. They are really only designed to be used for a two-week vacation, once a year.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Grant for sharing your experience. I hope that your comment will be read by many. 👍

  • @Debrajoy
    @Debrajoy 2 года назад +1

    Showers make a huge difference to me. Having a gym membership is better than nothing but still not ideal! The only problem with your system is maintaining your stealthiness. I am 90% urban camper 💜

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад +1

      Never had an issue. There’s a lot of workers who store things in a cylindre on their van’s roof...
      Thank you for your comment, and for sharing your experience. I totally agree, gym are not always where you want them...
      ✌️

  • @forestmuse6412
    @forestmuse6412 2 года назад +2

    Would have been nice to have a parts list like to did in shower cabinet video.
    Thank you for sharing your knowledge it's a great reflection of your yard camping .

  • @stylzgohardvip
    @stylzgohardvip 3 месяца назад +1

    Watching from the BAY AREA ❤

  • @tradmanmike3360
    @tradmanmike3360 2 года назад +1

    STILL LOVING YOUR CHANNEL AND IDEAS FROM EXPERIENCES! USA 641... ALWAYS THUMBS UP!

  • @vediopost
    @vediopost 2 года назад +1

    Hi, i am from Australia, i love your practical solutions.

  • @rikkiesix
    @rikkiesix 3 года назад +2

    Hello from Belgium. Love your video's with no bullshit. Great stuff man. This was the first time to see seperations in a watertank. Awesome idea

  • @jeevabobby26
    @jeevabobby26 Год назад +1

    Hi Eric, Very well put together. Neat and simple rooftop camper shower. You explained it very well and very easily unstandable for a DIY. Im planning to do one for my Vehicle. Thanks for the video and explanation details. Cheers from India

  • @MrEddielehwald
    @MrEddielehwald 3 года назад +4

    Eric, thank you so much! I have used many of your ideas for my Honda Odyssey conversion and the result is that my van is much nicer, simpler and more practical than many others I've seen in my travels. Adding a shower is my next project so this video comes at a perfect time. Well done on adding the baffles in the pipe! I've been watching some ABS shower videos while I do research and you are the first person I've seen address the problem of water sloshing back and forth. I had already planned on adding them but hadn't figured out how yet, this is a great solution.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Eddie for your comment. I am glade that you enjoy your Odyssey conversion! It is a pleasure to have contributed to your project. You will certainly appreciate the shower! 👍

    • @gus473
      @gus473 3 года назад +1

      👍🏼 As a former plumber and park ranger (Minnesota), I have to hand it to you: the shower baffling is a great solution! You have so many good, helpful ideas for camping without too much expense! Thanks! 😎✌🏼

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you for you nice comment. It is very much appreciated 😃✌️

  • @haml36
    @haml36 2 года назад +1

    Wisconsin, USA here. Love your usage of animations to explain your Information. I will definitely build this shower to your specs.

  • @sylviacoesel806
    @sylviacoesel806 2 года назад +1

    Hi , i'm a woman from the Netherlands and very pleased with your explaining.
    There very detailled and simply to follow
    I have a no build stationwagon to camp
    in . It' 's financiel more do able than go for a hotel somewhere. Next weekend i go to Luxemburg.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Thank you Sylvia! I really appreciate your comment. Enjoy your van 😃✌️

    • @hansdezwart4453
      @hansdezwart4453 7 месяцев назад

      Hey Silvia, wat leuk! Wij gingen vroeger wel 3-4 keer per jaar naar ons huisje in Bettendorf Luxemburg, prachtig land. Ik heb net een T4 gekocht en ga deze zomer met mijn zoontje van Madrid naar Sneek. Jippie!

  • @thesilverfamily
    @thesilverfamily 3 года назад +1

    Still enjoying your videos. Watching from Sydenham, Ontario Canada, north of Kingston.

  • @alirez4224
    @alirez4224 Год назад +1

    Hello from Iran. Thanks so much for all your informative and helpful videos. I really enjoyed watching them and I have learned so much from them.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад

      Iran! Cool!
      Thank you for your feedback. It is much appreciated 😃✌️

  • @tobyz.3452
    @tobyz.3452 Год назад

    I purchased a 2006 Honda Odyssey here in the N.W. suburbs of Chicago, and am in the process of the build out. This fall I plan on the ultimate road trip with my camera gear and enjoy my retirement with no hard schedules
    I want to thank you for your time and sharing your insights and knowledge. I definitely have subscribed and will be watching all your videos. (two thumbs up)....

  • @cdb_music6949
    @cdb_music6949 3 года назад +1

    Great video please continue with more uploads. Regards from down under 🇦🇺

  • @work-live-play
    @work-live-play 2 года назад +2

    From Calgary AB, Loving your videos. cheers

  • @sz4179
    @sz4179 3 месяца назад +1

    Love your van build videos! We're trying our own thing, but it would have been much less suffering to try to do it like you did yours. Miles to go! :)

  • @000001Niko
    @000001Niko 2 года назад +1

    Je viens de tomber sur ta chaîne. Il ya tellement de la bonnes infos. Je crois que je vais me convertir une van très similaire à ce que tu as fait.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Bien content que tu apprécies! 👍
      Merci pour ton appréciation 😃✌️

  • @tommy.dee1
    @tommy.dee1 2 года назад +1

    Hello from Slovakia, this video about torpedo shower is inspiration for me, I started thinkng about small van for weekend trips and this solution of shower I like. I wish you good luck on roads.

  • @danielredona6090
    @danielredona6090 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hello! Greetings from Pampanga, Philippines. Thank you for sharing your ideas.

  • @thelcagibbs835
    @thelcagibbs835 2 года назад +1

    I am from Trinidad and Tobago, well done.

  • @darma8030
    @darma8030 2 года назад +1

    Eric - Ingenious and always good to see the evolution of your choices. Your illustrations are super helpful! If you pass through Utah, contact me and I will gift you with grey shower curtains to blend in even more!!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Thank you D! Your comments are much appreciated! 😃
      You live in such an awesome state! So beautiful! Thank you for the offer! 😃👍

  • @mtbloemendal
    @mtbloemendal 3 года назад +1

    Hey Eric, speaking from The Netherlands here. I’m going on a half year trip in my converted fan. Your videos really helped me make my own. I would really love more videos on different toppics.
    Kind regarts,
    Menno

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      I will keep publishing different subjects. Do not hesitate to give suggestions.
      If you think about it, it is fun to think that from Canada, I can publish videos to help you in Netherlands! RUclips is such a fun plateforme! Enjoy planning your project 😃✌️

  • @lennardschneider6847
    @lennardschneider6847 Год назад +1

    Hello Eric, I'm from Germany. I like this outdoor shower concept! I am still in the progress of finishing my MiniVan, so there is always room for inspiration.
    You are a talented animation drawer, first the bed, now the water sloshing. Never seen this in other video's - thumbs up! I will use your method of drawing all foldable bed parts and the frame on paper to make sure, my own idea will work and the measures will add up. Thanks for that inspiration also. :-))

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад +1

      It’s a pleasure Lennard! Thank you for your comment. It is much appreciated! Enjoy your project! ✌️😃

  • @carolynozimok949
    @carolynozimok949 2 года назад

    You are so smart!! I appreciate all of your visuals, drawings, animations. I am such a visual learner and they really help. Thank you!!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Thank you Carolyn! You made my day! I am also a visual learner. That’s why I think it is my best way to explain things. Do no hesitate if you have questions ✌️😃

  • @gmihai
    @gmihai 3 года назад +1

    Great video as usual. Can't wait for shower enclosure video! Greetings from Romania!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you Luca for the appreciation and the suggestion 👍
      Romania 👍

  • @suzettecalleja3122
    @suzettecalleja3122 3 года назад +1

    I was surprised and happy to see you posted. I always love your innovations. I am from the state of Washington. I only wish you posted more.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you Suzette! I will publish more. I have other videos ready to edit. Stay tuned my friend ✌️

  • @professorscott7060
    @professorscott7060 Год назад

    Hi from NC. This was very useful. I'm a whitewater kayaker and it's great to shower off when you get off the water. Thank you for sharing the problems and solutions associated with a shower build.

  • @ovidiurada
    @ovidiurada Год назад +1

    Hi Eric! Thanks for your videos. I have learned a lot from them, and now I am searching for a minivan to buy and convert. Greetings from Romania! :D

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад

      It’s a pleasure to be of any help in your project. Enjoy it!
      Romania 👍
      ✌️

  • @markie3394
    @markie3394 Год назад +1

    Love learning from you from Indiana in the US

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад

      Thank you Markie! Your comment is a source of motivation to publish videos!✌️

  • @joseparra6443
    @joseparra6443 Год назад +1

    Hello California, USA. Good tip on the baffles I will definitely make it part of my build. Thank you

  • @kaillouk
    @kaillouk 3 года назад +1

    Bonjour Eric, Tu es un géni et tes vidéos sont géniales. Je les ais toutes dévoré. Nous sommes en train de construire notre vanlife, un Toyota Sienna, et je me grandement inspiré/utilisé de tes vidéos. Nous habitons a Longueuil, QC, Canada ;-). Merci BEAUCOUP pour tes vidéos très utiles et sympa, hâte de voir les prochaines. Un souhait de prochaine vidéo, comment se chauffer dans un mini-van en hiver (Canada) ou au moins l'automne. Encore merci et bon voyage.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Allô Kai! Merci pour ton beau commentaire! C’est très apprécié. Si tu ne l’as pas vu, j’ai déjà publié une vidéo qui touche ce sujet:
      ruclips.net/video/L6Ryi76fHOc/видео.html
      T
      D’autres options pourront également être discutés dans une autre vidéo... ✌️

  • @MyMy-tv7fd
    @MyMy-tv7fd 3 года назад +4

    hey Eric, great vid. Here in the UK huge numbers of people are taking your advice for all things van life as it beats the lockdown holiday restrictions very nicely. Great work.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Wow! This is very cool to be useful to help you go through this! Thank you for sharing 😃✌️

  • @travelingwithruffy
    @travelingwithruffy 3 года назад +3

    Eric, I look forward to every one of your videos. They are very informative, clear, and to the point. Thanks for your insights!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      It’s a pleasure Ruffy! Thank you for sharing your appreciation 😃✌️

  • @sarahevanschwartz1000
    @sarahevanschwartz1000 2 года назад +1

    About to start my first minivan conversion and plan to use your set up. Thank you for sharing your expertise. From Eastern Iowa

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Hello Sarah! Thank you for your appreciation comment. It is much appreciated.
      I was in your area a week ago! I have visited Iowa 80! I had heard about it from Canada! ✌️😃

  • @RajiTripathi
    @RajiTripathi 3 года назад +3

    I never miss any of your Videos, Eric. You are a creative genius!!! Thanks for sharing.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад

      Thank you Raji! This is an awesome comment 😃✌️

    • @mearc76
      @mearc76 2 года назад

      Same here!! big fan!!

  • @kiwikapouet
    @kiwikapouet Год назад +1

    Thank you so so much for all of your videos!! You have no idea how much it helps! I'm from France, currently living in Quebec and preparing myself to build up a van in New Zealand next year :) take care!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  Год назад

      Thank you Fanny! I really appreciate your comment! NZ, what a nice project! Do not hesitate if you have questions ✌️

  • @martinscott6296
    @martinscott6296 7 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for this great video! This is the best shower solution I have seen!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  7 месяцев назад

      You made my day! Thank you for your feedback 😃✌️

  • @MySonsMother
    @MySonsMother 3 года назад +1

    Watching from southern Idaho, USA. I love the idea of adding a chipped removable end and the baffles. I was first going to build myself one of these systems but change to another idea.

  • @ScienceAlliance
    @ScienceAlliance 2 года назад +1

    Hi from Sweden, thanks for the good advice Eric. The tube and restriction disk design reminds me of technique used in large oil trucks for the same reason; avoid large forces by the liquid moving.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад +1

      Exactly! Much more safer! Thank you for your comment.
      Sweden 👍😃✌️

  • @michalocelak6201
    @michalocelak6201 Год назад

    Hello from central Europe, Slovakia

  • @therugglet
    @therugglet Год назад +1

    Thank you for such a helpful diy van shower. Plan on using your ideas for my van build. Hello from California!

  • @swadfihri8278
    @swadfihri8278 3 года назад +1

    Welcome back Eric 😊

  • @BARTA-OFFICIAL
    @BARTA-OFFICIAL 10 месяцев назад +1

    Watching this from the Netherlands, I appreciate your tips!

  • @thesoundprof
    @thesoundprof Год назад +1

    hi Eric, thank you for your videos from Milan, Italy!

  • @CLdriver1960
    @CLdriver1960 3 года назад +2

    Bravo Eric! Toujours informatique!
    Montréal

  • @hazellegate9624
    @hazellegate9624 3 года назад +1

    Hello from Ontario! Another informative and helpful video, Eric. We’re in our 70’s but still want more adventures. Small travel trailers are so poorly made; ‘egg’ fibreglass campers aren’t available in Canada; we can’t even get a cargo trailer manufacturer to do the basics for us to convert. So now we’re back to your simple travel solution: a Toyota Sienna. We are Toyota people! ❤ My only issue is that at our age we need a ‘bathroom’ at all hours of the day and night. As soon as we figure out that problem, we’ll be ready to do your Sienna conversion. With COVID-19 keeping us from travelling safely by air to other countries, van life is a way to keep exploring. Thanks again.

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +1

      Hello Hazel!
      Effectively for many reasons a minivan is such a nice way to travel. Since you need to go to the bathroom anytime, I would place it right between the fridge and the sink cabinet (half behind the driver’s seat). To give more space to use it at night, if you can reduce the length of the bed it would be more roomy. To be able to use the cabinet door under the sink, I would switch place the sink to put it on the same cabinet, but on the rear of it rather than in the front (van perspective talking). I didn’t measured anything, but this is the first idea that comes through my mind this morning... Enjoy your project and go have fun! 😃✌️

    • @hazellegate9624
      @hazellegate9624 3 года назад +1

      @@ericenjoysearth2756 Thanks for your ideas, Eric. We’ll measure it up and see if it will work. Hubby is 6’1” so needs a long bed. 🤔 I like your attitude: Go Have Fun!

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  3 года назад +1

      Enjoy planning your project ✌️

  • @juliabaird2649
    @juliabaird2649 2 года назад +1

    Yep, you keep proving your stellar ingenuity. ;)

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Thank you Julia! Your comment is more than awesome! 😃✌️

  • @mikeembody4966
    @mikeembody4966 2 года назад +1

    Another Great video. It won't be too much longer before I'm ready for my first adventure. I've used your bed, cabinet and now the shower and curtain. I'll send you pics, from outside Nashville Tn. when I'm done. 1 1/2 years into this build. Thank you Eric, Mike

    • @ericenjoysearth2756
      @ericenjoysearth2756  2 года назад

      Congratulation Mike! You are going to have plenty of fun!!! Thank you for your appreciation and for sharing about your project 😃✌️

  • @dileku7633
    @dileku7633 Год назад +1

    Hi from Turkey. Good ideas. I will use some of them 👍