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  • Опубликовано: 7 авг 2024
  • MiniVan Camper Build | Dodge Grand Caravan RT| Van Life
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    Refrigerator/Freezer: Engel MT45FCP
    Water Pump: Shurflo 3.0 GPM 12v Pump
    Microwave Whirlpool 0.5 CF 750W
    Drawer Slides: Aluride 9308E
    Inverter: Voltworks 1500/3000
    Puresinewave inverter
    Battery Charger: Norco Genius Gen One 10A

Комментарии • 391

  • @callieduval3000
    @callieduval3000 Год назад +9

    This is a nice alternative to buying cargo vans and spending thousands to do a nice van build. You have inspired me to give this a try so I don't have to wait I can do this myself and gooooooo!!!!! Love the bed sink and storing clothes idea. Thanks for sharing with us

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  Год назад +2

      We traveled for 2 weeks from Utah down to Sedona through New Mexico and Texas. It worked out perfectly. 👍🏼

  • @rodneyjohnson201
    @rodneyjohnson201 6 дней назад +1

    If anyone have said this, let me add my 2 cents. 2 thumbs up on you are Minnie. Van bill very beautiful, very functional easy. I love the way you built that. Thank you for sharing it with me

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  6 дней назад

      Thank you for watching! 😃

  • @hellomehi6692
    @hellomehi6692 3 года назад +24

    Dude you’re like… a genius! You must’ve reeeeally thought this through!

  • @valerief1231
    @valerief1231 3 года назад +30

    All I can say is, you could sell the plans for this set up! If my dad was still here, he would be impressed! I gather that you are an engineer, there’s so much genius here, I could barely wrap my head around it. I really loved the bed, and of all things, your clothing storage, basically creating a hanging garment bag out of the rear gate- - brilliant! My husband requires forearm crutches, and this is one of the first builds I’ve seen that he could easily get in and out of, simply by sitting on the floor via the side, sliding door, and pull himself in backwards. You have given me a lot of hope, I can see us creating something similar, and that means the world to me, because I never want my husband to miss a single experience.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +5

      Thank you for all the amazing compliments😀. My husband is not an engineer, he loves his cars and wanted to be able to travel comfortably and easily get around. We look forward to hearing about your traveling experiences. Again thank you!❤️🙏🏼

    • @Ross-ye3ep
      @Ross-ye3ep 3 года назад +6

      I agree with Valerie! My partner and I are disabled so ease of use is a huge thing, and your bedframe looks just like that! Seriously I would pay for these plans too as I am currently redoing my minvan camper!

    • @Gma2aCouple
      @Gma2aCouple Год назад

      Similar to Erik’s plans. Good job.
      Love the idea of cloth for the window coverings.

  • @sherried79
    @sherried79 2 месяца назад +1

    The hanging clithes on the back door ....so clever! I will do this in my van as well so thank you kindly. Happy trails!

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  2 месяца назад +1

      Thank you watching and you’re welcome! Happy travels❤️😆

  • @sloburnnn
    @sloburnnn 3 года назад +24

    I love how you use the rear door as a place for your hanging clothes. Very well thought out.

  • @Far-Beyond-Ordinary
    @Far-Beyond-Ordinary 3 года назад +5

    Your van build is the very best minivan build I have seen. How you did the bed is the best! Mine is not so much of a build on the inside, but I do have a cool pop top that I made with a solar panel.

  • @chetgoodenough8749
    @chetgoodenough8749 2 года назад +3

    He is a super smart guy. Best minivan build I have ever seen

  • @somenomad5332
    @somenomad5332 3 года назад +10

    Your husband may not be an engineer but he has an engineering mind 😊 loved the bed!

  • @sbcplays
    @sbcplays 3 года назад +17

    Great job! The bed looks like the one from Eric Loves Earth only with sliders and aluminum. Thanks for the tour.

  • @donthompson9862
    @donthompson9862 3 года назад +2

    Wow bob needs to see this build.Wow..goodjob

  • @maryanne9993
    @maryanne9993 3 года назад +12

    this is outstanding, the best build to date,
    everything is liteweight, love the bed on sliders..
    lucky lady to have her engineer do all the nice spec work..
    some great ideas, for my own conversion, I love the tidy look

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! We just posted the first video of the bed design in detail. Check it out! 😀

  • @toddtaylor2191
    @toddtaylor2191 3 года назад +6

    best folding bed design i've seen . Fantastic design using sliders and saving floor space.

  • @roxannef7659
    @roxannef7659 3 года назад +5

    I'm currently looking for a Dodge Grand Caravan. This bed design is ingenious! Love that you can still easily access the "garage". Definitely saving this for later.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +1

      Thank you 😀 let us know what you end up getting 👍🏼

  • @debslifesimplified6406
    @debslifesimplified6406 3 года назад +4

    I just literally found your channel, my favorite part is the closet in the back window. Plus it doesn't look junky. Saving for future ideas. Great build.

  • @bonnienklyde918
    @bonnienklyde918 3 года назад +7

    Fantastic mini van build. I think ive seen 3 or 4 now that are just out of this world nice and yours is in that number. Someone could very easily live full time with your particular build.
    Thank you for sharing.
    Be safe, stay well and God bless

  • @bodang158
    @bodang158 3 года назад +2

    I've watched dozens of van build videos. There's a lot of great original ideas in this vid I haven't seen anywhere else. Thanks for sharing!

  • @lindawillman2084
    @lindawillman2084 Год назад +1

    Excellent job of conversion! Great share!

  • @s.z.6200
    @s.z.6200 Год назад +1

    Such a great build. I like how smoothly the bed slides securely back into place as a couch.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  Год назад

      Thank you! It continues to work very well for us. Check out our new van build I’ll be posting a new video on the bed build for that van coming up. 😀

  • @alisinwanderland
    @alisinwanderland 3 года назад +10

    Oooo...LOVE the idea of the hanging storage on the back door...very clever! Sure wish I had the metal-working skills to make this bed for my Dodge Grand Caravan. That has to be my favorite part of this build because it is so simple to convert. Not to mention being able to use the jumpseats in the back and still access the stow-n-go area. You would have a customer in me if you and your husband ever decided to make kits of this bed for DGC minivan owners to buy, FOR SURE! Thanks for sharing. Hope you both have some awesome travels and memories to be made in this sweet little stealth camper.
    - Alis

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +3

      Thank you😀. We are in planning stages for another road trip!

  • @justmike1529
    @justmike1529 3 года назад +7

    My comment is probably way off topic. If you haven’t yet be sure to let down the spare tire. I have worked out of a Chrysler minivan for years. The winch that lets the spare tire down is notorious for rusting up. I was stranded with a flat unable to let the spare tire down. It was necessary to jack the van up and actually cut the cable to release the tire. Speaking with a service advisor at a Chrysler dealer he told me “yes I have seen dozens of these. “
    FYI please make sure yours works way before you need it and check it often.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you for the advice! We will definitely check it out😀

  • @cherylhack2072
    @cherylhack2072 3 года назад +3

    Great video the layout is nice!!
    But the Couch/Bed is genius!!
    Thank's for Sharing

  • @meninomichael
    @meninomichael 6 месяцев назад +1

    Great build, nice ideas. Thanks for sharing this with us.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you for watching! ❤️

  • @ddollar4771
    @ddollar4771 10 месяцев назад +1

    Simply fantastic! You have cracked the code, the sliders on the bed is a game changer

  • @Gunapatifamily
    @Gunapatifamily 3 года назад +8

    Best minivan bed I've ever seen. Kudos!!

  • @chesterdoodlevich
    @chesterdoodlevich 3 года назад +4

    My compliments! Out of the box thinking with common sense soulotions! Superb!

  • @H.pylori
    @H.pylori 3 года назад +1

    Nice build. I could never do this, so I am doomed to just folding down the seats and throwing a memory foam pad down and my sleeping bag. Happy travels! Thanks for sharing.

  • @moonwalker9281
    @moonwalker9281 3 года назад +1

    One of the best I've seen

  • @sarahmayfield5135
    @sarahmayfield5135 3 года назад +3

    I love that bed design

  • @Hiker_who_Sews
    @Hiker_who_Sews 3 года назад +4

    You did a great job showing the details of your built. Thank you!

  • @jantrapnell01able
    @jantrapnell01able 3 года назад +1

    Excellent! Great planning, well built, genius!!👏👏👏👏

  • @lillypatience
    @lillypatience 3 года назад +1

    Great ideas! Thanks for sharing the build details.

  • @pretor706
    @pretor706 3 года назад +1

    Very nice. What I loved the most was how clean and neat turned out.

  • @nathanielbaker2556
    @nathanielbaker2556 3 года назад +2

    I comes back to this van build cause it's awesome and I want the most of it in my van build, thank You, thank you, happy trails 💯💖

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! Let us know if you have any questions! Good luck and happy traveling!😀

  • @Just.Cathy.Not.aWanderingGypsy
    @Just.Cathy.Not.aWanderingGypsy 3 года назад +3

    I need a bed like this but a single size! Awesome build!👍

  • @chrisftp1312
    @chrisftp1312 2 года назад +3

    Love it!!! Really appreciate the build process pictures. Great ideas! Definitely going to use a few of them in my first build!

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for watching! Let us know how your build goes!😀

  • @Morningdovecamp
    @Morningdovecamp 3 года назад +1

    Excellent!! Well done!! Thank you so much for sharing. Happy travels!👍🙏🌞🚗

  • @laurajphillips
    @laurajphillips 3 года назад +5

    Great Van build, a lot of good ideas!

  • @freeinFL
    @freeinFL 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for THE best minivan camper build video that I’ve seen. Very very impressive!

  • @vishalb84
    @vishalb84 3 года назад

    the kitchen design bolted to the seat area is genius!! would love to see some more videos on that!

  • @janfancher6619
    @janfancher6619 3 года назад

    Well thought out! Why spend $$ on hotel rooms, plus the time involved checking in, breakfast & heating up leftovers! Win/Win

  • @lilymae859
    @lilymae859 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful and thoughtful build! Thank you for sharing your inspirations! Love it 💕💯

  • @chefdoodsmanalo367
    @chefdoodsmanalo367 3 года назад +1

    I like everything in this van especialy the bed, electricals and plumbing .

  • @Birddog-4
    @Birddog-4 2 года назад +1

    This is one of the best builds for the Grand Caravan. Very good job!

  • @michaelpedersen7752
    @michaelpedersen7752 3 года назад +5

    That bed are genius. Happy trips. Regards from Denmark

  • @PertainingtoRose
    @PertainingtoRose 2 года назад +2

    This is genius, new friend here, thank you for the great content

  • @jessecaarlene8432
    @jessecaarlene8432 3 года назад +3

    Nice job!! Very innovative

  • @CrunchyTire
    @CrunchyTire Год назад +1

    The hotels you would stay at on your drive to the destination usually cost more than at the destination. So anything you can do, a van, a tent, etc, will save a lot. I did a road trip to reno, and since its casino town, the hotels are pretty cheap. But on the way there you can spend $100+ for rooms that are dumps and sometimes even a roach friend or 2 to greet you in the morning.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  Год назад

      Thank you for your comment. Very true hotels can cost more. On our travel to a destination we try to stay in the van. When we have longer stays than we are in VRBO or hotel. With our new van-Ford Transit-we definitely make use of the bed(new video next week on bed build). When it does come down to hotels we use points for our hotel stays. Did you catch our new van build? We have taken a few trips and everything we have done so far is working out pretty well!

  • @purposelydriven6566
    @purposelydriven6566 3 года назад +1

    I Love it 💖💖 its super fun it’s a wonderful experience thank you for sharing 💖

  • @nomorebsforme
    @nomorebsforme 3 года назад +1

    You have donne a beautiful job with you build!!! The simplicity is awesome! Enjoy your travels!!

  • @robertharrison8286
    @robertharrison8286 3 года назад

    I admire your skills, sweet build!

  • @tajwood7370
    @tajwood7370 2 года назад +1

    Amazing set up

  • @sherrirobinson6433
    @sherrirobinson6433 3 года назад +13

    He's smart!

  • @derrellwynne6394
    @derrellwynne6394 3 года назад

    Nice, well thought out build.

  • @lauriemcewen7156
    @lauriemcewen7156 3 года назад

    Awesome build

  • @jatorresrv
    @jatorresrv 3 года назад +2

    LOTS! of great ideas very well though out! Thanks for sharing.

  • @darrellblair5818
    @darrellblair5818 3 года назад +1

    Nice job. I really liked what I saw and have been wanting to do something like this to my 2015 Dodge Caravan. Thank you for sharing.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you 😀. Good luck if you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask.

  • @robertphillips3893
    @robertphillips3893 3 года назад +3

    Nice build. I like the aluminum frame for the bed. You have some great ideas!

  • @artsteadman2230
    @artsteadman2230 Год назад +1

    Add a TRAILER HITCH TABLE to enhance eating while viewing the lake

  • @bambihargrove6499
    @bambihargrove6499 3 года назад

    Amazing build 👍❤

  • @markattardo
    @markattardo 3 года назад +4

    Awesome build!

  • @Bushcraft242
    @Bushcraft242 Год назад +1

    Great build

  • @EvieVermont
    @EvieVermont 3 года назад +1

    Impressive sleeping area and storage option!

  • @betzaidavazquez5579
    @betzaidavazquez5579 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing , Great Job !!!. well thought out, functional and comfortable 💗🚐👍🌟

  • @gailjohnson6670
    @gailjohnson6670 3 года назад +2

    Very nice build. Thank you for the video. Have a blessed day.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +1

      You as well. Thank you😊

  • @staciebamsch2810
    @staciebamsch2810 3 года назад +1

    That bed!! 🙌 game changer!! thanks for sharing!!

  • @handicamper101
    @handicamper101 3 года назад

    Awesome bed design

  • @mattiebraford7789
    @mattiebraford7789 3 года назад +1

    Awesome build. Home on wheels..love the couch/ bed

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you! Just uploaded part one of three of bed design! Check it out!

  • @GilbertNichols
    @GilbertNichols 2 года назад +1

    I love the bde idea. He did some really great work on this build.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  2 года назад

      Thank you! Make sure to check out 'Mat's Corner' he needed his own playlist with all his cool ideas and builds.

  • @thatguy2408
    @thatguy2408 Год назад +1

    Love the bed build for sure. Overall, Nicee build. Slightly above amatuer level but doable.

  • @KitKat-kw4ed
    @KitKat-kw4ed 2 года назад +1

    Very nice!!

  • @clsybear
    @clsybear 3 года назад +2

    I have a 2017 grand caravan great video , nice build out🤙🏼🤙🏼

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you! Hopefully you’ll enjoy yours as much as we have.😀

  • @megansweeney5363
    @megansweeney5363 3 года назад +1

    I’m taking a shot for every time he says space van and mat! Lol great job mat. This pays for itself with what you would spend in hotels 😂

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +1

      Thanks Megan! For what we save in hotel we spend on amazing food!😆

  • @Ross-ye3ep
    @Ross-ye3ep 3 года назад +2

    This bed is incredible, the BEST seat/bed conversion I have ever seen! Would you ever consider sharing your build plans?! Just remarkable! Thank you for sharing either way!

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +2

      Thank you! We are planning another video of the bed design in more detail.

  • @melissan.208
    @melissan.208 3 года назад +1

    Excellent build!

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you for watching! Check out the 3 bed design videos recently posted.

  • @pksavior
    @pksavior 3 года назад +1

    that is awesome. I would love to do my van like that. but it's old I need a better one. Sooooo innovated

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you for watching! Be sure to check out bed design and Q & A. 😀

  • @Luvpig
    @Luvpig 3 года назад +1

    Really nice conversion!

  • @naomimontalvo443
    @naomimontalvo443 3 года назад +2

    Wow.. great job!!!

  • @sil2oliver
    @sil2oliver 3 года назад +1

    Good job men ! I hope one day you show us some more details of the bed frame. Thanks so much. Have a nice and safety trips.

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you! Yes that video is in the works😀

  • @conroyjett
    @conroyjett 3 года назад +2

    Great job!!!

  • @tamarafaurot
    @tamarafaurot 3 года назад +1

    Serious skills! Awesome job!

  • @TravelingGranny
    @TravelingGranny 3 года назад +1

    I just found you! Looking forward to catching up on your videos! Thank you for sharing! 👍🤗

  • @laurahemenway4608
    @laurahemenway4608 2 года назад +1

    Great details. Very creative ideas

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  2 года назад

      Thank you for watching😀❤️

  • @StaceyBillsAdventures
    @StaceyBillsAdventures 3 года назад +1

    New Sub, we are converting our Grand Caravan into a weekend escape camper too! Love watching and getting ideas Thank You for sharing! - Bill :)

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you! We really enjoy using the van as a travel van. We will posting another trip coming up soon😀

  • @Lotuslaful
    @Lotuslaful 3 года назад +1

    Great job!

  • @APar-yx1wl
    @APar-yx1wl 3 года назад +1

    That bed build is awesome👍

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you! Just uploaded part one of three in the bed design.

  • @ohjeezmom3347
    @ohjeezmom3347 2 года назад +1

    Wow, that bed!! 😍😍😍

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  2 года назад

      Thank you! Let's us know if you have any questions!😃

  • @ZZZardoz762
    @ZZZardoz762 3 года назад

    I am SO glad that I happened upon this video! I am going to use it as a template for setting up mine.

    • @Justicesdad
      @Justicesdad 2 года назад

      Did you start yet? I am starting mine to do over the winter

    • @ZZZardoz762
      @ZZZardoz762 2 года назад

      @@Justicesdad , yep. I've had to simplify the design and materials, but it's coming right along.

  • @AuthorLindsay
    @AuthorLindsay 3 года назад +1

    That bed is awesome!

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you! Just uploaded part one of three videos of bed design.

  • @stacey9003
    @stacey9003 3 года назад +2

    Amazing good work!

  • @commonearthling
    @commonearthling 3 года назад +1

    So basically I just found your channel and basically you have some good ideas which basically makes for a nice van build.

  • @CrystalVanner
    @CrystalVanner 3 года назад +1

    *Nice build for short camp trips!* 👍🏾

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад

      Thank you! Yes it works great for short trips.

  • @DragnetRadio
    @DragnetRadio 3 года назад +1

    Very nice build.

  • @westhoop
    @westhoop 3 года назад +1

    Very nice! Great job to the both of you!!

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +1

      Thank you for watching!😀

  • @dbentley2195
    @dbentley2195 3 года назад +2

    Nice build man.👍

    • @ChristineIC
      @ChristineIC  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! My husband is very handy and creative😀

  • @cowboyscoffee
    @cowboyscoffee 3 года назад +2

    Fun to watch and straight forward

  • @TheCostOfLiving-
    @TheCostOfLiving- 3 года назад +2

    Really well done video

  • @patriciapeterson2820
    @patriciapeterson2820 3 года назад +1

    Great build👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼❣️🥳

  • @nathaliefalardeau3873
    @nathaliefalardeau3873 2 года назад +1

    Wow!! Love this so much!!

  • @jjoy7
    @jjoy7 3 года назад +2

    Superb build. 👍