78 yr old builds diy minivan camper that''ll blow your mind/shower/solar water tank/and more

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  • Опубликовано: 10 янв 2025

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  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Год назад +86

    ruclips.net/video/lT4Q_8IVlWQ/видео.htmlsi=dy5441yo_QFUkTnO
    If you enjoyed this video of Barry's amazing minivan build you will love seeing the incredible ideas he implemented in the Sprinter van he built out.. Yhat build includes double decker solar oanels. You have to see it to believe it. I left a link above for that video.

    • @richardschaefer3889
      @richardschaefer3889 Год назад +6

      Throw the guy, a piece of land.
      Bet you could.
      He's probably done a lot, for a lot of people.

    • @Simply.C
      @Simply.C Год назад +7

      Thank you for adding the link to his sprinter build out.

    • @annawofford559
      @annawofford559 Год назад +4

      Smart man

    • @valeriemiller9894
      @valeriemiller9894 Год назад +3

      Wow ! I love it ! Great Job!

    • @melbafernandes3443
      @melbafernandes3443 Год назад +3

      yeah he energetic and very intelligent person.

  • @noreenn6976
    @noreenn6976 Год назад +233

    The whole build is amazing! Can't believe he's 78, seems much younger.

  • @Freebirdlife
    @Freebirdlife Год назад +273

    Ive seen alot of mini van tours but nothing as creative and inovative as this very interesting!

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Год назад +10

      Couldn't agree more!!!

    • @raysun2be
      @raysun2be Год назад +13

      I've been waiting for this video to drop. I drove by while they were filming and got to say hi to Barry and Carol. A creative and innovative build, love the shower, the plywood window covers, the kitchen, the bed. Wow. And Barry is amazing! Great video interview, thanks!

    • @sz4179
      @sz4179 Год назад +1

      Eric Enjoys Earth, the ORIGINAL

    • @Gods4Horsemen
      @Gods4Horsemen 8 месяцев назад +1

      I would buy but sure he’s already sold it. It was wonderful.

  • @bettymarshall615
    @bettymarshall615 Год назад +68

    BOY HE'S S GENIUS!! NEVER SEEN ANYBODY MAKE A SHOWER LIKE THAT IN A VAN..THATS FANTASTIC😂😂😂

  • @BillWalker3rd
    @BillWalker3rd Год назад +114

    This is a great conversion with absolutely killer gas mileage!! I really admire this one! He can be stealthy and avoid campground expense, and park literally anywhere he wants, or the ability to take a side road and be totally comfortable too! What a great home!! :)

  • @mslataprada1
    @mslataprada1 Год назад +57

    This man deserves an Oscar! Wow! Shower, bed, bathroom, and kitchen sink! He need to open up shop and make these for campers! He would make a killing 🎉 🎊🎊

    • @BookMama72
      @BookMama72 7 месяцев назад +2

      An Oscar is for acting. 🤦🏻‍♀️

    • @debbiejansen1178
      @debbiejansen1178 24 дня назад

      I would buy one from him!

  • @StrawberryPropertyManagement
    @StrawberryPropertyManagement Год назад +78

    Not at all surprising that an old person made something so good. Young folks are too quick to discount older people but age brings experience and knowledge….

    • @nesanesa9547
      @nesanesa9547 9 месяцев назад +3

      SENIOR PLEASE XXXXX

    • @nesanesa9547
      @nesanesa9547 8 месяцев назад +9

      I am a senior..respect as I try to respect everyone...

    • @mascarenhas9624
      @mascarenhas9624 6 месяцев назад +2

      Why you put everyone in same category? No all people think the same. And we enjoy different thinks.
      Have a nice day.

    • @bryanmathew2079
      @bryanmathew2079 5 месяцев назад

      Seniors""ROCK"" THEY HAVE SUM STORYS

    • @goddessmanbo5374
      @goddessmanbo5374 3 месяца назад

      preach they just do not know

  • @minhhop3208
    @minhhop3208 6 месяцев назад +10

    We wish someone can help him open a company building these mini Van houses!!!!!!!! So wonderful product !

  • @terrytulipane6916
    @terrytulipane6916 Месяц назад +3

    I truly admire how talented some of these people are. But most of us don't have that talent to create such an efficient practical space

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Месяц назад +1

      You'd.be surprised how easy it is to create a comfortable functional space. Doesn't have to be fancy.

  • @cseedbead8180
    @cseedbead8180 Год назад +77

    WOW... I am 71yrs. Very active but not skilled as he is. I am very happy for him. Great creation. Happy traveling....😃👍🧑🏼‍🦳👏👏

  • @pamelanowell1
    @pamelanowell1 Год назад +108

    Most creative van ever ! So neat and tidy.

  • @siriusstar99
    @siriusstar99 Год назад +123

    That is nothing short of amazing! Great job!

  • @Always_sojourning
    @Always_sojourning Год назад +51

    One of the most well thought out and functional builds I've seen.

  • @JonniD
    @JonniD Год назад +77

    What a clever shower!!! 👍👍

  • @trhg0002
    @trhg0002 Год назад +38

    Two thumbs up to Barry's mini van build! The best I've ever seen.

  • @janet1744
    @janet1744 Год назад +14

    THE BEST SHOWER/TUB system I have seen in a van. Deep tub for bathing, hot water from solar container on roof, shower curtain all way around so van stays dry. I would subscribe except that I have so many subscriptions that u-tube won't let me get more.

    • @janet1744
      @janet1744 Год назад

      Me to.

    • @nesanesa9547
      @nesanesa9547 9 месяцев назад

      I occasionally unsubscribed 10 subs I don.t use...xx

  • @kendclife7913
    @kendclife7913 Год назад +72

    Barry is a total cutie pie. And his van looks like a fun and comfortable adventure vehicle.

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Год назад +7

      Can you imagine how much fun it would be to travel in that van. Everywhere he goes in it when he opens the doors.people want to take a peek🤣

    • @pamreneick464
      @pamreneick464 Год назад +5

      Lol he is a cutie pie

    • @gracieg7601
      @gracieg7601 8 месяцев назад

      I love the upholstery choice. The red white and blue is so cool!

  • @sparklemotion86
    @sparklemotion86 7 месяцев назад +6

    Forget the shower, you could have a bath!!!!! love it

  • @normabarrigan6377
    @normabarrigan6377 4 месяца назад +2

    This is the best setup I have ever seen. This man is brilliant ' this takes my breath away, could u let him know Carol.

  • @Justin-vq9co
    @Justin-vq9co 7 месяцев назад +9

    78 and still sharp and crafty. Way to go.

  • @johnrokss8971
    @johnrokss8971 7 месяцев назад +11

    Better put these vans into production .Many Americans will need one when the housing bubble bursts

    • @Ministerodellafedeanimica
      @Ministerodellafedeanimica 4 месяца назад

      I'm about to buy one yesterday just in case. I'm going to follow any information here in order to set up the van. You are absolute right. This is the "New Path".

  • @anthonymangino5074
    @anthonymangino5074 7 месяцев назад +6

    Barry is truly amazing at 78 years old, very intelligent smart man. Great Job.

  • @freedawatermelon
    @freedawatermelon 3 месяца назад +1

    LOVE the build, the bed, the storage... I would NOT have the shower but I do admire his shower solution.

  • @patriciazoerner
    @patriciazoerner Год назад +30

    What a creative and gifted man! All the beautiful touchs are impressive. The lovely covers on the cushions, the wood grained vinyl flooring, the sanded and finished plywood window insulation, and the finished wood insert/cover for the sink all speak of pride of ownership and a creative vision. Thanks so much for introducing us to this amazing man and his home on wheels!

    • @ExtraordinaryLiving
      @ExtraordinaryLiving Год назад +4

      You forgot to mention his *INGENIOUS* shower/tub ... he can take a BATH in there if he has access to a lot of water (such as a private paid campground)!!! 😉🤩

    • @MeTreesndirt
      @MeTreesndirt Год назад +1

      He should hire out.

  • @HaroldLeeDye
    @HaroldLeeDye 7 месяцев назад +1

    Looks like a good setup for local & daily run, around or traveling or camping . Just one vehicle and many uses. Good investment.

  • @martaparsons5633
    @martaparsons5633 Год назад +12

    I really like the shower.❤

  • @minhhop3208
    @minhhop3208 6 месяцев назад +3

    We hope that some company will buy this idea and make many mini van houses like this !!!!!! It is so amazing for both camping and MINI HOUSE ! The governer shoud have this idea to build npmininhouses and use the empty land for a MINI HOUSE VILLAGE to help low income persons, families, and homless people ! We have so many empty lands , unused, but people just live on the streets and make the city dirty and stinky !!!!!!!!!

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  6 месяцев назад +1

      If only cities and counties would give land for tiny house villages the homeless problem could indeed be solved!

  • @bonniebloom452
    @bonniebloom452 Год назад +22

    BRAVO Give this gentleman a standing O please. How clever, how efficient, how amazing your van is. Nothing short of magnificent.

  • @flowstateofmind
    @flowstateofmind 9 месяцев назад +4

    This man is a genius, I am truly mindblown by the effectiveness of how he approached everything.

  • @fromjaxflorida
    @fromjaxflorida Год назад +6

    Ingenious. Bless his mind and strength. If I were a young person right now, I would be his apprentice. That's first hand knowledge and wisdom right there.

  • @kimberlyc84
    @kimberlyc84 9 месяцев назад +4

    I knew it when I heard him!
    "How you doowin' this mornin'?"
    We transplanted from Long Island, New York to GA in '94...
    Sometimes I speak a little softer, sometimes a little slower... But even today, 30 yeeyas later, and at least once every few weeks, if there is a new student to register at my elementary school where I work, as I'm talking to a parent, they'll stop, look at me, & tilt their head to the side & ask, "where are you from? You don't sound like you're from GA" when I tell them I've been here 30 years, that's even more perplexing. A lot of them tell me they thought that I would lose my accent having been here so long...
    Fuggedaboutit!🤣
    I loved seeing his build in earlier interview. Gave me some great ideas!
    I also wrote the phone number from his back window down.
    If you put it in google, it brings you right to his website.
    🚗☁️☁️

  • @HM-ll6qw
    @HM-ll6qw 6 месяцев назад +4

    Absolutely Brilliant! Thank you for posting. The shower is actually a bathtub!

  • @bonniepettersen4063
    @bonniepettersen4063 Год назад +7

    Genius!

  • @angeladawn805
    @angeladawn805 Год назад +5

    Excellent build. There's a bunch of Tiny Houses in the background, it's no wonder Barry has them on his mind. 😊

  • @bonniface-qd9ux
    @bonniface-qd9ux 6 месяцев назад +2

    How brilliant. Only a 78 year old could be wise and smart enough to build something so genius.

  • @giarivera5060
    @giarivera5060 Год назад +3

    That gentleman is very creative and smart. Enjoy it at the fullest. Well done Barry!!

  • @Kiwiwanderer
    @Kiwiwanderer Год назад +31

    Love love love 💙❤️💚 the van and the man! Fantastic build and fantastic human with the best attitude !

  • @minhhop3208
    @minhhop3208 6 месяцев назад +2

    He really is a genius engineer! We wish they sell this mini van house !

  • @lynnyou3085
    @lynnyou3085 Год назад +5

    This old gentleman is smart

  • @julieannesimms981
    @julieannesimms981 9 месяцев назад +8

    Why can,t I find a man like barry😊😊😊😊😊

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  9 месяцев назад +3

      That's what a lot of women are asking🤣 He is single BTW

    • @julieannesimms981
      @julieannesimms981 9 месяцев назад +2

      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621 what a shame I live in Aus he should be the next golden bachelor x

  • @sunseeker4775
    @sunseeker4775 Год назад +17

    Some people are so clever! Well done. ✔

  • @Raminakai
    @Raminakai Год назад +80

    Barry is a wonder!!! So creative and amazing person and build.
    May God's Shalom be with him wherever he goes.
    Another treasure brought to you, Carol! She who seeks, finds!

  • @benkim2016
    @benkim2016 9 месяцев назад +3

    What a happy old man!!!

  • @correta23
    @correta23 8 месяцев назад +3

    This was an idea i had to have my shower in mines!!! Exactly what i imagined! Now i know it's possible!

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  8 месяцев назад +1

      It is indeed. Also check out another minivan video I did a tour if with a shower built by Pascal from the channel Tiny Campers.

  • @michelechambellan-levesque3417
    @michelechambellan-levesque3417 3 месяца назад +1

    This is quite an amazing conversion and the best functional I've ever seen .

  • @kennycars6.0
    @kennycars6.0 Год назад +5

    Wow, He has a shower in the lower part of that van. Impressive!

  • @rukshanaab999
    @rukshanaab999 6 месяцев назад +2

    Your bathroom is brilliantly built. I have not come across anything Like this.❤

  • @melissacoburn6873
    @melissacoburn6873 Год назад +15

    That is most definitely one of the best builds I have ever seen... I wish he lived closer to me so he could help me with my shuttle bus. It's pretty much done but I'm trying to figure out how to do just a few little things to it and he is a genius! Especially love his little bathtub and shower. I want one so bad now lol!
    Magnifico build 😁✨♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @Palexgoldfish
    @Palexgoldfish 7 месяцев назад +1

    My God, the first minivan living person I have seen who can shower inside that is amazing, so better than relying on a gym ❤❤❤ I just subbed

  • @tomithot261
    @tomithot261 6 месяцев назад +2

    Big Wow ... stunning and with hot and cold running water. Amazing.

  • @sallykushmaul1393
    @sallykushmaul1393 Год назад +5

    I love his bed to a seat. He got it all together in his car. WOW, love it all.

  • @b00bala64
    @b00bala64 Год назад +15

    WOW!!! Very impressive and has a sold built feeling. Unlike expensive rv’s.

  • @isaackamwathi8340
    @isaackamwathi8340 4 месяца назад

    Now this just wonderful...age is but a number..its the dreams that matter.. keep up Barry...

  • @gailjohnson6670
    @gailjohnson6670 Год назад +20

    You have the most awesome people with genius builds, Carol. What a clever build. Barry just loves developing new creations. Thank you for the video and Barry showing his cool van build. Blessings to you both.

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Год назад +4

      I truly am one lucky and blessed woman with all these creative folks I know and meet. Thank goodness a lot of them are willing to be interviewed!

    • @gailjohnson6670
      @gailjohnson6670 Год назад +2

      @@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 I again went and watched Barry's Sprinter quality build over. I love it so much.

  • @TheNoonie50
    @TheNoonie50 Год назад +7

    Amazing! I hope I'm still having fun in my van when I'm 78. Showers are the one thing I must have on the road, but don't have one inside my van, just a solar shower with a tarp I clip across the back. Maybe one day....

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Год назад +3

      I don't know what van you have but I have seen some pretty creative and cheap shower set-ups with a dog bath and hooks in the ceiling for curtains or a piece of metal or other pliable material on which to hang a shower curtain. The water source can be a bucket with one of those USB type immersible pumps or a Nemo Helio foot shower. The dog baths have a plug and you just empty it with a tube like on a portable
      a/c or out the side. Very simple and inexpensive!

  • @MonicaWafford
    @MonicaWafford Год назад +5

    This us why I love van life videos. All the vans are tailored to the people that live in them, unlike the sales goal videos. I enjoy the sales ones too because I'm preparing but to see guys like this who are craft masters and now they are deserving of the best life.

  • @Dindasayswhynot
    @Dindasayswhynot Год назад +3

    That's not just a shower. That's a full on bathtub!!! WOW My number # barrier to getting started.

  • @lorifrier8921
    @lorifrier8921 Год назад +3

    Daaaang! Now I wish I kept my belts when I took my seats out! 🫤

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Год назад +1

      I just saw a build where they bolted one end of the belt into the wall and the other side onto the bottom wall of a lift up bed and latched the belt to hold the bed in the upright position. Who knew seat belts could be so useful 😀

  • @180pottery
    @180pottery Год назад +23

    Wow!! That is an incredible build. It looks like he thought of everything. Great job!!

  • @usaman7358
    @usaman7358 10 месяцев назад +2

    Cool guy, freaking almost 80 yrs old??? A definite stud right there.

  • @SB-000
    @SB-000 Год назад +1

    I love his shower.Put a plug in the drain and it could be a bath! What fabulous build!

  • @TinCanTwosome
    @TinCanTwosome Год назад +17

    I’m so impressed with your ingenuity!!!! Well done!

  • @LifestyleCoachingWithDonna
    @LifestyleCoachingWithDonna Год назад +16

    Love it. This is the most efficient build I have ever seen.

  • @catgotyourtongue8279
    @catgotyourtongue8279 8 месяцев назад +1

    He says I'll just jump up there.... to roof??!!!! I'm 62 and not jumping anywhere!!! I'm jealous!!!

  • @iceceestudio
    @iceceestudio 5 месяцев назад +1

    Wow! It's a low-key smart van. Very innovative!

  • @deeplansandbudgets
    @deeplansandbudgets Год назад +3

    This man's abilities blow me away.

  • @lindapowell4692
    @lindapowell4692 Год назад +1

    U bring a lot of things we need to see in the vsn life brave smart lady

  • @carolclover1238
    @carolclover1238 Год назад +2

    Wow.. BRILLIANT....I WANT THIS VAN

  • @mythoughts6922
    @mythoughts6922 Год назад +2

    He should do voice overs for Disney films. Could picture him as a variety of animals and creatures.

  • @palerider2890
    @palerider2890 6 месяцев назад

    Unbelievable setup. Brilliant use of space. For those looking to live the van life out of choice, great, but it's insane that in such an enormous country like the US, so many live the van life, or in their car, out of economic necessity.

  • @TransVangal
    @TransVangal Год назад

    He's so talented and cute and his accent awe so adorable 😊. Did I say Talented!!! I live in my minivan full time and after trial and error I made it simpler but practical but his is next 10 levels

  • @debrastuart2520
    @debrastuart2520 Год назад +1

    You’re a smart little cookie ❤

  • @johnathansmith3819
    @johnathansmith3819 8 месяцев назад

    I admire your stamina, vision, and work to liberate yourself and travell at large! Bravo, Man! May He bless you and enjoy many more good experiences in your life!! 👀👀

  • @blueamenaa749
    @blueamenaa749 Год назад +1

    Great video. He looks so young, I can't believe he s 78. ❤❤❤

  • @annholland5176
    @annholland5176 Год назад +17

    He did a great job on his build.

  • @lolitaaquino5950
    @lolitaaquino5950 7 месяцев назад +1

    He’s so creative n very neat. I won’t be surprise if his next project will be in the making soon. Can’t wait for your next Vlog! So glad to see more in the coming weeks and months. Take care n stay safe!!👍🧡❤️🩷🙏🙏🙏

  • @MyLily_M
    @MyLily_M 6 месяцев назад +1

    Cool and nice Diy minivan camper, thanks for sharing with us 😃👌👍

  • @RichardCockerill
    @RichardCockerill Год назад +12

    speachless...what a amazing conversion...well done sir

  • @JoHarmon-hg7wz
    @JoHarmon-hg7wz Год назад +5

    So many wonderful things packed into this van and it still has so much room to get around. Does he need a companion ? LOL

    • @arcuda2001
      @arcuda2001 Год назад

      lolol you never know 😬😬💃🏻💃🏻🕺🕺

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Год назад +3

      I do believe Barry would like a companion. Oh boy. Does this mean I get to be a matchmaker😍

    • @JoHarmon-hg7wz
      @JoHarmon-hg7wz Год назад

      @@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 haha

  • @patriciamuskevitsch8359
    @patriciamuskevitsch8359 Год назад +9

    Wonderful ideas, very special craftsman. Thanks

  • @maehay4065
    @maehay4065 7 месяцев назад +1

    So many clever things in this build! The best idea for a comfortable bed, and the professional covering really caught my attention. Love the shower setup too. My daughter just bought a similar van I could see her making something like this beautiful camper. Thank you for sharing this amazing van!

  • @mmeyers111
    @mmeyers111 Год назад +3

    Must be from Boston “showa, caw, lawwge”

  • @cwstyle3
    @cwstyle3 Год назад +11

    Hi Carol. God Bless this gentleman to have the knowledge to build his own camper van. His van is so neat and organized. ❤👍. Thank you Carol for sharing. All the blessings to you. ❤

  • @TaraTiaraBell
    @TaraTiaraBell 8 месяцев назад +2

    Wow that bed looks amazing, im 5’10” that would even suit me, the shower I just love. I love it all ❤

  • @joshm3342
    @joshm3342 Год назад +1

    Having done two full-size van builds, I believe it's even more of a challenge to make a minivan as fully functional as this man has done. I am contemplating a third build, using a minivan, and this great build is giving me some useful ideas. Thanks!

  • @digzdirt
    @digzdirt Год назад +1

    Love how the old timers who've worked through the 50s 60s and 70s pay attention to detail... I'll always love the way they explain things as matter of fact and just details.

  • @wassupstock
    @wassupstock Год назад +1

    Great build, but Carol's question are amazing too, and show how deep is her understanding of and appreciation for each and every component of each build. Great work!

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove Год назад +8

    Very neat idea for the shower! 👍

  • @101life9
    @101life9 Год назад +1

    He has done a great job. It is organized and tidy. He doesn't look 78! Maybe 60?? Love it❤😊

  • @FreshGrey-pm4vw
    @FreshGrey-pm4vw 5 месяцев назад +1

    yes he was a skilled carpenter for yrs. his van is gorgeous!

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  5 месяцев назад +1

      He actually was in thr blind/window coverings business and taught himself how to build furniture.

  • @rejeannagwynn5665
    @rejeannagwynn5665 Год назад +1

    Very unique, people amaze me with their creativity

  • @AdventureBandits1
    @AdventureBandits1 Год назад +2

    Wow, what an amazing story and home on wheels. Thanks for sharing

  • @tsetendorjee9040
    @tsetendorjee9040 Год назад +2

    We love your minivan camper and God Bless you!!!❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

  • @tracymorgan5386
    @tracymorgan5386 Год назад +3

    What he did is incredible.

  • @pinetree909
    @pinetree909 Год назад +20

    Amazing build!!

  • @Lkjnn2287
    @Lkjnn2287 Год назад

    He is very sharp for his age. God bless him.

  • @mariamatias4911
    @mariamatias4911 Год назад +4

    ✌️ fabulous, ingenious Barry!! I am learning how to fix my mini van ,,,, ✌️🤔🤗😎😎 thankssss

    • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
      @gloriouslifeonwheels3621  Год назад +2

      Fantastic! There are certainly some great tips!! Let me know when you get it done so aI can do a tour😊

  • @Simply.C
    @Simply.C Год назад

    The idea of using seatbelt straps (14:07 mark) is something that really sparked my interest. I have not been able to master using ratchet straps. I have a box set up similar to Gary. Because of the ratchet straps, I dread getting into the boxes. I’m definitely going to see about replacing my set-up with a seat belt one like him. Thank you Carol,
    for bringing us such good content. Thank you, Gary, for sharing your creativity and wisdom with us.

  • @jeandavid4162
    @jeandavid4162 Год назад +1

    this man at his age is brilliant I mean a Siena wow!!

  • @eileeninmaine333
    @eileeninmaine333 Год назад +8

    What a fabulous build!!! Barry, you've done a marvelous job to make a truly beautiful home!!!