you are so creative in using so many tools like plasma cutter, arc welder, hand tools, wheel cutter, machine tools, etc.... that i intend to finance my grand-children so they can learn these skills as a hobby. Your skills are an order of magnitude (in physics, this means 10 time greater) than most of us. But we can learn from what you are teaching us

You should have used a large water bladder and stored it in the engine bay.the truck engine would have warmed the water. Use 12v dc electric pumps to take the water back to the shower area where you could have a highly insulated water storage tank for hot water.. Regarding your son - hitch a trailer on the back of your truck and put a VW Camper on the trailer and have him to sleep in that. Great videos and stay safe on your travels.

I enjoy watching you and your "ever improving" work on the van - take care !

Like the RV, and the sailboat. My last (and smallest) was a hunter 23.

This is the cleverest way of doing things (getting a box van with 4 wheel drive) and one of the coolest rigs I have seen.

I think the best platform is a larger 4x4 Cummings powered school bus.. built like a tank, outback ready and comfortable space. One manufacturer Phoenix Cruiser offers a Quigly 4x4 with a hefty price tag but good quality control family run build.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

I would like to build something with 5.9 cummins ford dana 60 axles with a ujointoffroad leaf spring kit. That would be a pretty tough combination. The phoenix cruiser looks great but that's 125k base on the 4x4.

Wow! I currently own that actual red Quigley 4x4 early in the video. It's now blue with an industrial coating on it and has about 197,000 miles and running strong! I just drove it 3000 miles from Denver to and around Oregon and back. I've been catching up on your shuttle bus videos and am about to install the remote door opening deal, but thinking about a full security system instead. I will have a lot of stuff in this thing when I'm done. Thanks for the videos!

Jack Connors, I was thinkin same thing. I like this guy and how he thinks aloud, uses the correct tools, etc.

as always..great job fabricating and installation...van is turning out to be a very nice rig

Thanks 4 ur share! I just sold my McGregor ventura 23' sailboat. I sailed the lower Columbia n Snake Rivers to Lewiston ID from Camas, WA Having a retractable keel n rudder made beach combing awesome!

You may want to look at a medium duty ambulance. C4500 or F-450 Major amounts of storage outside and all the amenities already built in.

thanks so much for letting us learn how this stuff is done..very interesting!

Really nice job!! Thank you for sharing!!!

I have a propane on demand water heater... Camp/cabin style... Love it I actually have mine mounted on the wall in the shower

Awesome! I just started my van life art channel! Cant wait to watch more videos like this! super inspirational!

I know some shove the hose in the back bumper some bumpers are square you could always get a light wall square tubing and mount it across the back as a bumper get some plastic covers and it works great for that!

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

I just read somewhere you could also use a pvc fence post. I may be looking for one of those.

Propian is fine inside .all you have to do is make sure that there's ventilation . Propian is heavier than air .i you have some openings around the floor it will fall out like water .use the alarms the got now days and you really don't have a worry

LP tank OUTSIDE , mount high in the rear . Hot Water Heater vented to outside but mount inside . Nice shop , mine is on the 4th Fl. Throw rubber between tank an steel ,

Great job! Love your build videos! Just subscribed! - Rick

Great job !

The tank really looks good there, and am beginning to think of you as "the King of the Good Deals!"

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that's my second hobby, looking for good deals :) . I was always told that my family has a history of horse trading. I guess that is where I get it.

Grey Water Drain hose in my RV is store inside like a PVC pipe...maybe in the roof like constractors

The vans do rattle but not too much on the highway.The suspension is tight and has a good ride.We have a 2014 Sprinter. I am very pleaded on how well it rides. And moves along fast.

BFG is such a good movie! Be sure and watch Sing!

I just came across your channel and subscribed. I'm impressed...... sailboat and overlander ! Me too.... lol I'm building a off-road camper trailer now at the moment. 6.5 ft. Wide 14 ft. Long. Low profile in height to keep it small. Lots of work, lots of thinking but so much fun......... Thanks for a nice vid.... now I'm going to check on more of your channel. :)

Good job. Have your son pick out a quick setup tent and tri-fold mat. He'll love it.

I drive one for work. I'm a chauffeur. It gets 10 to 11 mpg. The windows are tinted.About a 13' floor space.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Are they built well? Do they rattle a lot? I've never been in a vanterra.

Airstream has the LP on the outside. I wonder what they do at colder temperatures?

Your box camper is looking nice, keep up the good work!

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you

you are very talented jydog... impressed

You do amazing work. That's how humans are: never content in what we got and always looking for (what we believe is) bigger and better. Cheers BB

I'm not fond of neighbors but you would be one cool neighbor. I'm always fiddling, fixing and making things

Canadian guy here I was watching your video and you said 3 people in something that size !!! I would like to suggest maybe a used rescue \Ambulance you can convert those easily and most have outside sealed hatch doors and if your lucky built in generators

@patriciaorsborn7165

6 жыл бұрын

daphoenixto hmm, great idea, I never even thought of that! Thanks a ton for sharing the cool idea! 👍

Nice skills brother!

First time to your channel. Nice work you do!

You're Awesome man!

I know this video is a few months old. For a family of three maybe look at this platform I went with. Isuzu N series cab over. Mine is a 133" wb with a 14' dry cargo box, step bumper. I'm still finishing my conversion so thanks for all your videos. The 3 in front seating is a huge plus, also unbeatable visibility for all riders. Great when doing an auto tour of pretty places. One day I'll do a craw-thru like the #fusocamper people do. Those are 4x4 and real spendy. This is more affordable and the way I'm doing mine it could go back to full on work truck in a day. Good luck

I would fab up some kind of a skid plate for that grey water drain

Looking good nothing like custom built

Thank you for sharing

CLEAN INSTALL!

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks

For the sink. I've seen used a small stainless mixing bowl with a hole cut,and drain installed.

@firstgoinpostal

6 жыл бұрын

There are also triangular stall waterers for horses that would mount in the corner.

Hi JYDOG: Will a large thin wall square tube fit over the hitch extension and under the spare tire for the drain tube. Bert

Bad ass build I would buy that baby in a heartbeat

Finally, Somone with the proper Tools and Brains to use them! Subed and Thumbs Up.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and subscribing.

@SWC44

6 жыл бұрын

Any Time, Nice to see a Craftsman Work.,, I was a Distributor of the Plasma and Mig Welders! You should have a Ton of Subs in no time!!!

@jquest43

6 жыл бұрын

eric of nomadic fanadic puts this guy to shame.you should see his work.

@patriciaorsborn7165

6 жыл бұрын

JYDOG Please make sure you do a follow up video after you've been vanning for a while, just to let those of us who are thinking of doing the same, like let us learn from your experience, since you are so good at what you do! I really enjoyed this video, and thanks for sharing it with us!

@patriciaorsborn7165

6 жыл бұрын

jquest43 Just curious, what was your reason/thought process behind your decision to post this comment? I mean, if you want us to check out the other fellow of whom you are such a fan, why wouldn't you make a more positive comment to encourage us to check him out WITHOUT being so negative and rude to this guy? There are more than enough negative a-holes on here, we don't need you adding rudeness. Just my observation.

Hi, I just watched your recent video and saw this in the line up. I think I have mentioned this before but It is worth mentioning again. There is a Ban Terra for sale at Duncan Motors in Buffalo,N.Y.. It is a 2004 with 42,000 miles. I was looking at buying it.

What is that vehicle called that you mentioned? I have seen the basic Econoline vans, but is this a special model, you mentioned Vanterra?

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

www.turtletop.com/product/item/vanter-van-terra

Good video Mark, my husband has the same mind set as you do it yourself if you possibly can. Paula and Bob Manchester UK 👍

Any particular reason for putting the drain part of the tank toward the front and not the back? Not saying right or wrong, just wondering how/why you chose they way you did. Nice job on the mounting! I agree with Russ Montgomery on protecting that thing somehow... especially that big lump where the drain is.

Sensor?

Can you tell me what you think of a shuttle bus for a build? It's called an exutive van or Van Terra. A fiberglass body and electric glass door. I'm looking at one online.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

That's what I would like to build next. I do not have any personal experience with one yet. Im curious as to how well they are built. Seems like a good platform to start with.

Looks good to me just like down town

You might consider adding a deflector in front of the drain valve in case grass or brush runs up against it and catches there. Also now that you have moved to propane, maybe a fuel conversion kit for your generator would be useful. Good luck!

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Great ideas and I will be putting a guard in front the drain as suggested but what are the advantages to running the generator on propane? Thanks

@benningtoncamper2852

6 жыл бұрын

Well, propane doesn't go bad like gasoline, you could reduce having to carry another source of fuel and longer run time without refueling the generator are a few that come to mind.

I need that generator box ...did you custom build that?

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Yes, but I am still working on it. Checkout some of my older videos. I show most of the sets how to make one. kzread.info/dash/bejne/Yn-Az7OFprafacY.html

@NOMADNEWSTV

6 жыл бұрын

JYDOG thanks Buddy!!

I'd install at least a couple of steel belts or similar to hold the gray water tank. That big of a tank attached only in the ends create quite a powerful torsion on the tank. Even way smaller gas tanks have two steel belts. Good work though!

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I thought about that. I probably do need a little more support in the center for extra insurance. I'll probably do that before hitting the road. Thanks

@designrsq1640

6 жыл бұрын

If and when you choose to do it, sand down the edges of the steel belts so that they won't rub into the tank. I'd also install rubber or neoprene mats same length as the steel belts, between the belts and the tank, just to be on the safe side. Would be a pity to have that tank messed up by the belts sharp edges. When will you be hitting the road?

@guidolyons4912

6 жыл бұрын

I had the same comment, 40 gallon of water is 320 lbs. Add another support (or two) to support the center span. It could be as simple as some J-bolts and uni-strut. Great build JYDog.

@designrsq1640

6 жыл бұрын

You'll find them easily by searching online for "fuel/gas tank (support) straps". They are made also universal fit, in lot's of different lengths. I'd go for stainless steel. Not that much more expensive. You'll get straps for 10-20 dollars. Ebay full of straps available in all lengths. You will find straps also locally in just about any car parts shop. But don't forget to install the rubber in between!

can you tell use a little about your welder and plasma cutter.

UK here so not just innately familiar with what looks like a pretty common truck. Can you guys tell me the make/model of the busbuilt truck. Looks like a beauty, especially that yellow stone one. Daym.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

www.turtletop.com/product/item/vanter-van-terra

there special tanks available that look like propane tanks for car engines but whont suck up the propane in liquid form (the pipe thats normaly inside the tank to suck the liquid from the bottom isnt in this tank ) you can refil it youreself at the pump and is permenently mounted under the truck might be good for youre rv if you guys in america can refil at the pump that is might want to put a small extention to the rear mudguard to prevent any pebles and mud from being trown against the grey water tank a piece of mudflap prolly do fine cool idea with the on demand heater , mounting it outside means absolutely no gasses inside the van , think you do need to make a cabinet for it so its out of the weather , might need a detachable chimney too so it passes the fan that pulls air intoo the van

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

In fact I know where one is for a Van but I think I am going to stick with the 20lb grill tank since they seem to have refills on every corner and are highly available. Sometimes it is hard to find someone who can refill a tank. I definitely need to see about getting a chimney to keep rain out etc. The mud flap is a good idea too.

@lemkerailroad1

6 жыл бұрын

JYDOG do you have a tractor supply by you as most have An on site refill station at each store and it really cheap to fill

Wheels can throw rocks in all directions. You should have a guard in front of that rear wheel and behind the tank. ...or maybe a mud flap

I will watch the video later today but right now I am posting this to everyone I am subbed to. PLEASE PRAY!!! I am subbed to a KZread channel called Road Warriors who are a young couple Sean and Caro living in their beautiful 5th wheel. They were hit I believe yesterday Aug 24th 2017 by a drunk driver and I think they were on their motorcycle and Sean was killed and Caro is in critical condition. Sean's mom has been already devastated with family issues that are ongoing so Sean and Caro have been in Florida supporting his mom. Now they have to deal with the loss of her son. Folks, this is so sad. This couple are so sweet and loved each other so much. Pray that Caro survives this horrible accident and for their families loss and their 2 little dogs. Thank you all for your prayers.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Very sad news, I am subbed as well. I will pray for Sean's family.

Did you put a rub pad at the rear of the black tank? You need one, that steel bracket WILL rub a hole. There was one brief shot near the end that appeared you gad a rub pad, but you didn't mention it again

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

I did, but it was just foam padding. I may have to put some thicker rubber on it so it will wear better.

@MYTOYMAKERZ

6 жыл бұрын

JYDOG - Carpet works really good as for your sewer hose it can be cut and the end can be installed back on. Nice channel for some reason KZread has been losing some of my channels and it takes a while for me to find them. Cheers

@CombatDoc54

6 жыл бұрын

Cut up a rubber innertube.

If you haven't thought about it how about insulate the water heater or putting in the shower that way you don't have to worried.about.it you decide stay on a cold.place

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

I've seen a video with the on demand in the shower but that's just too risky for me to be in such a confined space with the possibility of a propane leak etc.. Hopefully my next video will have a good working solution. Im working on it right now.

Carolyn take a look on the Yellowstone short bus.....It look perfect for You....

You can heat water be cheaper! or a heater shower unit for 100 bucks. If i can live in a dam semi truck with a sleeper on it ! I can surely live in that! I would prefer at less a full size van, bigger the better like a school bus ect> I'AM DONE WITH HOUSES! LIVE THE GYPSY LIFE STYLE ~ NEVER PEN DOWN

Doing great man But I do see A couple possible problem areas you should really consider mounting some steel plate in front and behind the tank. If you have A front blowout or accidentally run over something it will take out the valve and if you blow A rear tire it could take out the rear of the tank. Personally I would build A complete shroud to cover the whole bottom and outside of the tank because of how low it is sitting. Maybe 5/16 stainless diamond plate.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

True, or maybe I should just lift it and put a 4x4 kit on it. That would keep it safe right? That would justify it. Just kidding. I do need to put something up front to protect it. I'll see if something turns up at the scrap yard.

@dakdjonsey2398

6 жыл бұрын

Search salvage yards for a "Skid Plate" found on most 4x4's...

Maybe for next time you should unhook your battery as you could possibly fry your computer in the van it could arc out while welding on it good habit to do if you do welding on your ride! just thought I would let you know! I was a welder for over thirty years ...

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

I did, I probably should have included it in the video to help others. I will next time. Thanks

Love your slogan "Build it don't buy it"!! If I had the strength i would have been off grid 20 years ago. Now the Gov is trying to move people out of their houses that are off grid. And, or making it manditory to be connected to the sanitation systems, gas, and electric. I really want to build a rocket stove in basement to heat the upper rooms that would cut down on utilities. Tiny houses matter! this is an issue we should be fighting for a correction.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Maybe living on a boat is the answer. You can live off the grid almost anywhere then and the Gov is less likely to mess with you. I think that may be my next project. I'm with you on living Tiny. We are going to sell our house in the next 3-5 years and go tiny.

I'm sorry I got too excited and didn't watch to the end.I Enjoy you videos.

Where did you train? Did you take shop in high school? I used to watch my husband build engines and I would Race the quarter mile. I learned about engines from him and I don't know where he learned about them. But I'm interested in knowing how you know how to do this? What is an on demand water heater? How does it work?

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

No training. I just keep working on it till I get it right. I make lot's of mistakes. On demand means it heats the water as needed instead of keeping a reserve of water constantly heated. I really think this is the best way to go, you never run out of hot water.

Mini school buses are alot cheaper to acquire and lots of room, still seats 12 depending on layout.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Can't argue with that. Build like a tank too.

Awesome video awesome Camper and you are a great person bud!!!!!

You would have found that CL find just too small.A macerator with what you did as a backup and you will never go back! Buy mine on eBay for $85.00 some mounting and 12 volts and a hose to pump to a campsite or even a standard toilet. Your mounting should have been on rubber strips. This will give a better cushion between the dissimilar materials. The racking and sloshing is going to try and loosen those nuts for sure and I would put a strap in the middle too just for laughs. Always try to rubber mount anything you attach to a vehicle. Think about it the body on the vehicle is so mounted. You should louver or put a vent and reverse mount the water heater inside the cabinet for protection. Put in a splitter so you can put in an under floor heating system later. Heating air in a camper is a waste of time and under floor is the way to go.

What about solar that way running out propane you would never have to worry when way out in the woods.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Actually I have 6 83 watt panels waiting to be installed or where you talking about solar water heating? The shower install is slowing me down.

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Maybe your solution to future extra space is already on your drive dude, tow the boat for extra bunks

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean. The only thing is it is about 3000lbs. I guess that's not too bad though.

Nice job, nice fit, you're ready to roll when the Zombie Apocalypse hits! #JYDOG

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Or the next recession . Im ready.

Hey Pretty cool. I have a Casita/ 16 years old. I'm better at repairing stuff that is already built. But I wish I had your skill. I'd like to build one from a short school bus.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Sometimes it is harder to repair something that is already made than to build from scratch. I had a scotty trailer I started repairing that would have been a lot easier to start with nothing. A short schoolie would be an awesome project. Just try to get one that's not real rusty.

Your water tank need to be vented,grey,black or regular water tank

You can check Lee super design van Nissan NV3500 on Enigmatic Fanatic channel. He use the same Propex heat ex-changer. The second and longer tour of his supervan was long enough so he did not talk much about the heat ex-changer. He just said that he could move the output so the hot air could go inside the van or in the outside area for the shower. kzread.info/dash/bejne/lol_xZONd7aTkrg.html

Manchester LP tank that is set up for mounting on the outside of the box truck. Is used by winnebago on rv's Hope it helps. www.winnebagoparts.com/specials/

Marc! How in the world are you getting all these subz! My channel is growing so slowly.

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Honestly I have no clue. I've just been doing the same thing I've always been doing. I think some of my older videos are better. I was growing slowly at first also. Just hang in there till your audience finds you . I know a lot of my viewers would be interested in your channel. kzread.info/dron/76GYXW3j9z5g3OdW--Sf5g.html

@dakdjonsey2398

6 жыл бұрын

U can thank JYDOG for posting your info. Helping those that help themselves. So I flipped over to your place and scribed. Will have to scan your vids to see what's of interest. I-net has too much info and some not worth time to say they're not worth the time, if one understands. Info overload, just soo may to choose from. I will look, but no promises. Fair enough? Larry

if you paint your rooftop water storage "black" it will heat the water by what is called "black body" radiation!home roof top tower storages ....same principle applies!!the heat develope is almost too scorching hot not tobe left "tempered down"

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Only concern with that is all the weight from the water will really increase the center of gravity and affect stability.

Where's the yellow thing in the thumbnail, dammit?

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

3:47 kzread.info/dash/bejne/kaN-lNSme9m8Zrg.html

@hntrains2

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Serves me right if I surf the video rather than watch because of not having enough time! This seems to be a very sturdy vehicle. What will it be used for? Cool if you can build a box truck for 1-2 people instead of a campervan for 3 people!

@tracischeelk29

6 жыл бұрын

JYDOG I love your videos. I learn so much. Thank you for sharing. I'm a single disabled woman. It is amazing how i can learn so much, plan from it, and be able to do most of it myself. At least, I will have it all planned out right, prepared for everything, and can hire for the portions I am not able to do. Very low income too, but if there is a will, there is a way. I will make my way, and meet up with you some time and will thank you. Where did you get the hot watter tank? Is it called a hot water tank for a vehicle, or did you rig it out of something else?

@tracischeelk29

6 жыл бұрын

By the way, the Econline is nice. But, to me it doesn't look bigger than the box truck. How long is your box truck from back of the seats? There are different lengths, and I am still deciding of which to get or if a bus of some kind with all the windows already there. I'll be working out of my van so absolutely need the light and space for that though alone. Three cats too, and after I am settled on the road and comfortable with the lifestyel, I will get a German Shepard puppy. I have no idea how much dogs eat! Cats don't eat that much. Maybe it will be like feeding another person. I bet it is.

check out Wranglerstar KZread ch for heat exchanger off engine radiator

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I've been watching his stuff but need to get caught up. I watched just up until he was about to install it.

This is a great channel. I've watched a bunch of your videos and don't know why but I just subbed today. Great stuff. I think you may like some of my content. Keep the awesomeness coming!

I will trade my 1991 Cadillac Eldorado Barritz, runs great, but battery goes dead, 8-cylinder outruns anything on the road, even in snow, and you don't know it. Looks like a snub nose 38. A car that Elvis would have definitely owned had he been alive. I love Cadillacs but I need a place to live that is not in an apartment or enclosed area where I can get out and walk. I'm a vegan and combating kidney disease. I digress, I put too many groceries in the passenger seat and the back of the front seat needs to be fixed. Everything is push button and it has an LED readout that says good morning set the time Etc and gives all of the stats. Service engine light comes on and stays for a while and goes off. Bucket seats automatic shift on the floor wood grain and a kind of gold interior. I bought it in Las Vegas. Two owners, under 100,000 miles at 96,000 MI. I only drive it to the store and back and to the doctor which is probably what's wrong. Everything is original and the woman that owned it before me, in 2002, had the stats of oil changes and tune-ups. I love the car but love is not the issue right now. Front wheel drive makes it the best car on ice with c i p e d tires. I won't own any vehicle that does not have weight behind it and it has the Cadillac hood ornament. The new Cadillacs do not. I hate that. Everybody wants it. But what I want is a conversion van off grid with composting toilet, automatic, easy to drive. Contact me at helovsu@hotmail.com. My car, if it was perfect, could sell for over $30,000 as a collector's item. It's best to get it while it looks new. Paint is beautiful but needs to be washed. It's a dark greenish black and the silver metal is beautiful. And no it does not have metal along the bottom sides. Those were on Coupe DeVilles . I had one of those before this one but no metal along the bottom sides. I digress again . And shiny. The original paint had to be repainted with the original paint due to a few scratches. It is fully insured. Never been in an accident . And I found a place with the original partial vinyl top material that had to be replaced years ago, same color. I need someone that has the means to treat it as it should be treated. It needs a new trunk motor. I made the mistake of helping someone by hauling signs and empty boxes from a garage sale that hung over the back end. Should have never done it with an electric motor. But now I have figured out what I really want for it. I was never going to give it up.

to much glass in that one

That nice van you got a boat why don't you start working on your house windows broken out of it show some love all the way around

Why are you worried about propane inside.. Propane stoves are use in houses and also RV's Propane when burning puts out H2Ovapor... not CO .... Just a FYI ( if concerned find a propane appliance tech or propane delivery driver and they will tell you that propane is reasonably safe,...

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

Sorry, but propane in a small enclosed space is just not for me. I'm ok with it on the outside.

@haroldcokayne

6 жыл бұрын

If you are truly concerned about small spaces. Then you should make sure you have a constant vent to keep a fresh supply of O2 and vent of the C02. Also a well insulated Van / Bus / Cargo Trailer that is under 100sf or 700cf should work with any reliable small heater The number one problem with small spaces is the DEPLETION of O2 .. . FYI I am intimately aware of small spaces as I served onboard submarines for 16+yrs an also live 1/2 the year off grid in a 8x20 shipping container. and my last civilian job was delivering heating oil and propane.

Fuckin clickbait

@JYDOG

6 жыл бұрын

3:47 kzread.info/dash/bejne/kaN-lNSme9m8Zrg.html