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  • Опубликовано: 15 ноя 2021
  • Here's the full set up of our Toyota Sienna minivan conversion.
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Комментарии • 118

  • @kaysmith6297
    @kaysmith6297 2 года назад +15

    Nice, nice, nice! If you didn't build the rear kitchen unit, could you provide a link? If you did the build, would you be willing to share the plans ? TY for sharing.

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +11

      We built it. Unfortunately my husband doesn't have a specs as he built it around what we had. Here's a more detailed video of the kitchen ruclips.net/video/oQH9JUTRmPo/видео.html

    • @kaysmith6297
      @kaysmith6297 2 года назад +1

      @@explorebylawrenceandairiel THANK YOU so much!!!

    • @JoseLuis-wd1rr
      @JoseLuis-wd1rr Год назад

      @@explorebylawrenceandairiel really nice I have a van just like yours greetings from Dallas 👍

    • @tracyreaume6451
      @tracyreaume6451 3 месяца назад

      We were backed up on a trail near Red Rock Canyon (Waterton) by a young grizzly. We had 2 cans of bear spray, thankfully we didn’t need to use it.

  • @billdo4134
    @billdo4134 4 месяца назад +1

    When this van's rockin - don't come knockin" !!

  • @jonnydare1427
    @jonnydare1427 2 года назад +4

    Looks like you two are having fun!!! Awesome!!!!

  • @pageroo9644
    @pageroo9644 2 года назад +2

    So everything is awesome, great and perfect. Got it!

  • @nkai67
    @nkai67 2 года назад +1

    It's awesome how you converted a small size van to fit your needs & your knowing what you'll need to explore van life better in the sense of making adjustments as needed & as you go along. Finding tips & actually adding them to your conversion. Making it a little simple to work with & what's more beneficial for your living on wheels. I think it's awesome.

  • @karenleedom3354
    @karenleedom3354 2 года назад

    You guys are awsome, you have a clean and comfortable set up, upgrade battery and figure out airflow, yes, you guys are Nov my along so nice!!! This has been very encouraging, especially bug barrier, bear spray with fog horn 👌

  • @Curt100
    @Curt100 Год назад +7

    New drinking game....Every time he says "perfect" you have to take a shot. 😂

  • @chronicdiscontent
    @chronicdiscontent Год назад

    Really nice build, looks great for two. I especially liked the bug screen, great idea, and the little fold-down iPad holder is such a smart touch. Thanks for showing the build. Good steady hand on the camera too!

  • @NikkiDelventhal
    @NikkiDelventhal 2 года назад +2

    This is such a well thought out build! 😍 Such a practical and functional design, love it!

  • @lynnwilliams7875
    @lynnwilliams7875 2 месяца назад

    I love this build! Great job

  • @markchristie5577
    @markchristie5577 2 года назад +1

    Cool that I came across your video. Thank you for showing me your awning . We were camping next to you there.

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад

      Really glad you found us here in RUclips. It was nice meeting you at Waterton. All the best to you.

  • @scottphillipy9831
    @scottphillipy9831 2 года назад +1

    That was a very good informative video. Thanks for sharing it with us.

  • @barrybegley5379
    @barrybegley5379 2 года назад +1

    There comes a certain "Elegance" with true "Simplicity". This is almost a No build, BUILD. Lots of good tips and tricks in this video. Thanks for sharing, guys. Greetings from Ontario, Canada.

  • @UrbanNomad66
    @UrbanNomad66 Год назад +1

    I realllly like your setup! Blessings 🌻

  • @sandrasandoval3862
    @sandrasandoval3862 2 года назад +1

    Great Kitchen Set Up 👍

  • @bigdaddysilver5048
    @bigdaddysilver5048 2 года назад

    Thats amazing guys, live your life you only get it once

  • @sylviamichaud7707
    @sylviamichaud7707 2 года назад +2

    Love your kitchen!

  • @tybrady1935
    @tybrady1935 2 года назад +3

    The AC solution is to get a Sienna Hybrid. It uses the big battery and the engine turns on when the battery gets low. An actual AC would use too much electricity, you’d need a generator.

  • @susan4191
    @susan4191 Год назад

    Its best one I have been seen❤

  • @GilbertNichols
    @GilbertNichols 2 года назад +2

    I'm going to get a Sienna soon and hope to do similar to you. Thanks for the tips. New Subscriber. Liked. Cheers!

  • @samundawilliams7558
    @samundawilliams7558 3 месяца назад

    ❤❤❤thanks for the idea

  • @jamestierney7123
    @jamestierney7123 2 года назад +1

    Nice set up 🙏🏼

  • @AFizz-cw3on
    @AFizz-cw3on 2 года назад

    Nice set up

  • @rogerpedrosa1854
    @rogerpedrosa1854 2 года назад

    Nice set up✌️😁

  • @alwaysmoody800
    @alwaysmoody800 2 года назад +4

    You have great ideas & a cool camper . We have a 2014 Sienna and we appreciate your tips . Best wishes from Daytona Beach , Florida .

  • @happydays59
    @happydays59 2 года назад

    Awesome 👍👍

  • @OP-mz3hr
    @OP-mz3hr 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @bonniepwtf
    @bonniepwtf Год назад

    Nicely done☝

  • @jpfitzgerald4840
    @jpfitzgerald4840 2 года назад

    well done sir

  • @insightandintuition276
    @insightandintuition276 2 года назад +1

    Can you make a video specifically on how you hung those curtain rods. I would like to do them so they don’t in any way change my new minivan I don’t want to stick Velcro on my minivan or anything like that that will change its original state

  • @dawn8746
    @dawn8746 2 года назад +5

    Like your van ..may I suggest you get screens for your sliding doors magnetic closing. Keep bugs out and more air flow. Love your awning. Have a great time

  • @susanmorrissey2744
    @susanmorrissey2744 2 года назад +1

    I love your set up! I have heard some folks say not to have a gas tank in the van because of possible leaks. How did you get around that?

  • @gracecallowayable
    @gracecallowayable 2 года назад

    Awesome!!!👠🚌👠

  • @TheUncannykodiak
    @TheUncannykodiak 2 года назад +8

    Just one question… is it perfect? Just teasing- looks so cool!

    • @MarcillaSmith
      @MarcillaSmith 2 года назад

      It was _just_ perfect
      And yes, does look very cool :)

  • @davechristian7543
    @davechristian7543 Год назад +1

    Only if u had a head or so space my friend like my lil star wagon has 'idk but for me having my head so close to the roof wouldn't feel right n a lil costafobic 'or how eva u spell it' but thats just me anyway 'cheers for the video buddy 'just lov theses lil home away from homes n not to mention it reminds me of a kid making lil cubby houses but theses r better bc there on wheel n can go anywhere n im sure thats why alot of men a ladies like doing this vanlife stuff n among other reasons but ya. anyway thanks again.

  • @karmaisreal7586
    @karmaisreal7586 2 года назад

    Very nice. Wish lighting was better to see. Thx for sharing. Didn't show the fan ?

  • @MBubbaBlumeTheBeardofModesty
    @MBubbaBlumeTheBeardofModesty Год назад

    What are you using to hold your ipad? Looks like that would be perfect for me.

  • @bourdon845
    @bourdon845 2 года назад

    Joli !

  • @FrancisSiuChock
    @FrancisSiuChock 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video. Just wondering where you put your spear tire as it looks like you are using up the rear space for your kitchen and shelving area.

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +1

      Hi Francis, Toyota Sienna's spare tire is underneath the van behind the passenger seat.

  • @caleyhall
    @caleyhall 2 года назад

    Great set up, that little gas bottle is illegal to keep inside the car though right?

  • @MissAllyson707
    @MissAllyson707 2 года назад

    Hi Lawrence and Airiel, I would like to add hard flooring over the floor in the middle area to make it easier to keep the floor clean. I was wondering if you were able to pull out the rollers that glide on the tracks for the middle row seats. Can you, or anyone else, tell me how you removed them? 😊

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +2

      Hi Allyson, We did not removed those. We just put a carpet and then we built our bed frame over the top.

  • @andyschulgasser8694
    @andyschulgasser8694 2 года назад

    How are the white shelves held up in back of van ??

  • @hkey31
    @hkey31 2 года назад +2

    Love your setup, especially the kitchen. Did you build it or purchase it?

  • @verabuyhouse
    @verabuyhouse 2 года назад +1

    did you buy that air-horn from amazon...
    I'm going to see if i can get one from a sporting goods store..
    thanks excellent idea

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад

      We bought it in Canadian Tire.
      www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/emzone-signal-air-horn-large-5-oz-0792704p.html?rrec=true#spc

  • @survivaljulia9861
    @survivaljulia9861 2 года назад

    Do you have a. Duel on the back kitchen eat area build? can you please tell me where you got your materials, while Marble looking wood to build this. I am a new subscriber and love your build.thank you

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад

      We use self adhesive marble looking floor tile for our kitchen. You can buy it in Home Depot.

  • @borealisbeading5705
    @borealisbeading5705 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for sharing you camper van. Can you provide the link for the awning?

  • @jayjones7816
    @jayjones7816 Год назад +1

    Couldn't see the knife very well. What make is it?

  • @pesto12601
    @pesto12601 2 года назад +1

    Lol.. you need a very special relationship to live longer than 3 weeks together like this.. NO privacy... NO solo time...

  • @shariburns6263
    @shariburns6263 Год назад +1

    Did you make or buy the thing that flips down from the ceiling and holds your iPad for movie viewing?

  • @melaniecatchpole6024
    @melaniecatchpole6024 11 месяцев назад

    Nice build but of you say perfect one more tome I’m gonna eat my own eyeballs

  • @jimgood4966
    @jimgood4966 2 года назад +1

    I just purchased a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. I am hoping to get my hands on some design files (ideally I can open in TinkerCAD format .stl, .obj or .svg, or any drawings/diagrams/measurements of bed/cabinet/kitchen alternate setups etc) that I can take inspiration from modify to my personal liking to get the best result possible. I thought I might ask if you would be so kind as to forward any design files that you have that may help me, also if you are aware currently of any useful/necessary items for vanlife selling at a really good price/value I would very much appreciate any help/advice you can provide. Thanks and safe travels!

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад

      Unfortunately, we never thought about doing drawings or designs. We just built according to what we wanted. Please check the description box for the links of products we purchased and shared. Best of luck designing your van and share if you can. Cheers!

  • @jennifferhurlburt642
    @jennifferhurlburt642 2 года назад +2

    This is a fantastic build! I have a Sienna and have been thinking about converting it into a camper for this summer. Where did you get your small roof fan?

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +2

      We got it from Amazon

    • @jennifferhurlburt642
      @jennifferhurlburt642 2 года назад +2

      @@explorebylawrenceandairiel do you have a link? If I'm going to buy you should at least get some compensation for referring it.

  • @glennswier4879
    @glennswier4879 2 года назад

    We are wondering where you bought the boxes that you use for clothes- the ones under the bed

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +1

      We got it from IKEA for 9.99 CAD.
      www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/skubb-storage-case-white-90294989/

  • @rossim1918
    @rossim1918 2 года назад +1

    What material are you using to cover windows? Your recording seemed to cut that out.

  • @survivaljulia9861
    @survivaljulia9861 2 года назад

    What material did you use for the iPad holder sorry I forgot to ask.

  • @bluedog4619
    @bluedog4619 2 года назад

    I have a Van that I just bought. How do you keep the back open without running down the battery? And having the lights shining on you?

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +1

      On the front dash there is a dial that brightens or dim all your lights in your vehicle. Just dial it off so you all your lights for the doors wont come on when you open your doors. Then, it wont drain your battery.

  • @MistySlocomb
    @MistySlocomb 2 года назад

    Please tell me about the roof vent/ fan. I'm interested in something smaller that the max air or fantastic fan.

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад

      We bought our fan from Amazon. Here's the link Roof Air Vent - www.amazon.ca/Ventline-VP-543-Smoke-Roof-Vent/dp/B00407CK5W/ref=sr_1_53?dchild=1&keywords=RV+fan&qid=1625444749&sr=8-53.

    • @MistySlocomb
      @MistySlocomb 2 года назад

      @@explorebylawrenceandairiel Thank you very much for the reply. Safe journeys.

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +1

      @@MistySlocomb You're welcome. If you happen to be interested on how we installed our fan, here's our video ruclips.net/video/kRu4Ez1Q-aQ/видео.html . Thank you and all the best to you.

  • @lewisdangatan5460
    @lewisdangatan5460 2 года назад +1

    What awning brand is that. Love to install on my minivan odyssey. Thank you in advance.

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +1

      It's Off Roading Gear Awning. We got it from Amazon. www.amazon.ca/6-5L-Awning-Front-Extension-Truck/dp/B071XX7NZ1/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1TZAB7U57UM4C&keywords=offroad%2Bgear%2Bsuv%2Bawning&qid=1643075882&sprefix=off%2Broad%2Bgear%2Bsuv%2Bawning%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-5&th=1

    • @kookietherapy9398
      @kookietherapy9398 Год назад

      @@explorebylawrenceandairiel Did you have to buy any different hardware to mount your awning ? I ask bc I also have a 2013 Sienna. When I read the reviews, a lot of people complained about their frustration w the hardware not fitting. Thank you !

  • @vanessahogan2837
    @vanessahogan2837 2 года назад

    Im looking for a comfy mattress what do you use and do you recommend it?

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +1

      We bought ours from IKEA and it's very comfortable for sleeping, www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/haugesund-spring-mattress-medium-firm-dark-beige-50307309/

  • @kimbauer1813
    @kimbauer1813 2 года назад

    What size mattress do you have in the sienna?

  • @YourPetDinosaur
    @YourPetDinosaur Год назад

    COMFY

  • @richardb4787
    @richardb4787 2 года назад

    Life is crazy and it's about to get crazier. People need to get away and unplug.

  • @sammybill6603
    @sammybill6603 3 месяца назад

    What year is your sienna

  • @JohnJohn-fx4ps
    @JohnJohn-fx4ps 2 года назад +1

    More than the van, I like the husband and the wife more, a good team. The wife is beautiful, intelligent, and knows how to work with the husband.
    Husband: Come inside.
    Wife: Come inside.
    Husband: Come on inside.

  • @virginiamueller267
    @virginiamueller267 2 года назад +2

    The problem with your situation is when it rains for a couple days or snows for months.

    • @robinbrown7953
      @robinbrown7953 2 года назад

      Pretty sure they just camp...not full time.

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  Год назад

      Yes, we use it for camping only not full time.

    • @dougheizenrader2280
      @dougheizenrader2280 Год назад

      Every solution has its compromises. What they trade in bad weather livability they gain in ease of maneuverability and economical operation. It’s all about figuring out what qualities are important to you, and proceeding accordingly.

  • @davidskitherbugguy
    @davidskitherbugguy 2 года назад

    How much was the awning sir

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад

      It’s 399.99 CAD now in Amazon www.amazon.ca/6-5L-Awning-Front-Extension-Truck/dp/B071YHMC5C/ref=mp_s_a_1_15?crid=QCVD7NJYOPLD&keywords=suv+awning&qid=1654280273&sprefix=suv+awning%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-15

  • @rubyokosi8377
    @rubyokosi8377 2 года назад +1

    Where is the toilet?

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад

      We use the toilet in campgrounds. Or if none available we set up our outdoor toilet. This is how we do it ruclips.net/video/p5Y2iIbXTKc/видео.html

  • @hkmp7fan
    @hkmp7fan 2 года назад

    Kalergi couple

  • @gingermcintosh6545
    @gingermcintosh6545 2 года назад

    Not Jackery; they have one-third the battery life of a Bluetti.

    • @explorebylawrenceandairiel
      @explorebylawrenceandairiel  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for the reco. Maybe will try the Bluetti then.

    • @kookietherapy9398
      @kookietherapy9398 Год назад

      @@explorebylawrenceandairiel The Bluetti's are surpassing Jackery in all the reviews, esp for the plugs. A few minor glitches. Can buy 800watt or 2000watt, no 1500watts.

  • @blueskies00
    @blueskies00 2 года назад +2

    I love Toyota....and your valuable videos.
    But wtf are they 🤔 thinking.
    They have multitudes of Trim Levels.
    Why don't they listen to the campers
    Out Here???????
    We love Toyotas Dependability
    Why can't think give us.an
    Empty Flat Cargo Van
    No Seats, No.Console
    AND EXTEND THE ROOF
    It seems like it would be a much easier and cheaper build.
    Just one more Trim Level
    A Camp Model
    Forgive me I feel there
    Giving us the.middle finger
    By forcing us to Choose
    NONSENSE...CRAP WE DONT
    NEED OR WANT.

    • @kookietherapy9398
      @kookietherapy9398 Год назад

      I know, I feel obligated to store leather seats for the next decade.
      VW Vanagon had camping figured out in the early 80s.