I've been a professional carpenter/ cabinet marker for 30+ yrs. You did a very nice job right there.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate it! I’m sure I could learn tons from someone like you.

@sinfullyblondie

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely good job.

@420BLUNTLEY

2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseChristopher1 that make you feel good?

My wife and I live on a fixed income. Due to the increase in our rent recently, we may have to live in our Subaru for a while. Ours is a 1994 Legacy. Your specs would not sit ours, but your video has given me encouragement. Thank you so much and God bless you,

@abigfishinabarrenswamp

3 жыл бұрын

wishing you both great luck ❤️

Literal genius. Full articulated, fully thought out so deeply, so well done. One of the more impressive auto related builds on the net.

@ChaseChristopher1

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it!

You should patent that design, license the production and sell this as ready for use in Outbacks - very smart design !

@gypsydavy708

3 жыл бұрын

I would buy one!

@lauralake3209

3 жыл бұрын

Its so hard to protect from liability with anything to do with cars...this is a genius build, though. This guy deserves to make some money off it!

@edwardfletcher7790

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think you can patent furniture...lol

@abeott5866

3 жыл бұрын

He kinda is, check his website and you can buy the design

@stellay7754

3 жыл бұрын

@@gypsydavy708 it's hard to get insurance coverage for modified cars, that's why it's hard to commercialize it

Thanks for everyone who has commented and reached out over the past six months. I hope this video and the website ( www.roadtoridge.com ) help you in your camper build process! Also, sorry about the upside down footage. Not sure how that happened 😂

@lauraottaviano7282

3 жыл бұрын

@Chase Christopher...I like your videos. They are both informative, and the scenery is awesome, especially with the snow capped mountains in the background. Are these taken in the Rockies?

@RVingwithG

3 жыл бұрын

SWEET FRKN BUILD! Love the "L" at 17:22 How much for your old build.. LOL I'm in the RENO area.

As an outback owner I love watching your videos and watch the possibilities with this car

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Just wanted to share that Weather tech has window covers now for all the windows. Just pop them in. They can reflect heat out of flipped and hold heat in.

Chase, thanks so much for all the time and effort you put into sharing your designs, materials, tools needed, etc. through your channel and website. You've created a wonderful resource for others. Well done!

What a great job for putting it together, with all the links etc etc Keep up the good work, and thank you!

I like your dedication and craftsmanship there. Not too much fuzz, warm appearance, thoughtful use of space - this thing is ready for the industry (:

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Peter! I appreciate it😃

@hiltonhowell3098

3 жыл бұрын

I'd buy a smaller version for my Impreza. I don't have the tools or skills to make this myself

This is the most practical and functional car camping setup I have ever seen. You have put a lot of thought into keeping it simple. Good on you. Thanks.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment, Otto. You’re welcome👍

Bro, I test drove an Outback today. And your video has inspired me. It's actually made my decision. So well thought out and planned. You are a legend !

Well done man!!! I actually just finished building conversion for my outback but based on your first design, I just added slide outs in the drawer with DOMETIC 16F fridge and will make a vid closer to spring about it. Can share with you if you interested :) Really like your second build, it improves on the first version in many ways and just more smart storage and professional looking. Keep on going and I would be interested to see if you come with a solution: where else you can put your drawer inside of the car (e.g. front seats mount of some sort) and extending rear for 2 people bed. Thank you again for inspiration and ideas, Evgeny

I’m so excited for your website! I’m really grateful that you took the time to put the plans up. I hope to modify them for my RAV4. I’m new to this whole car camping world and your videos are my favorite so far. Your build just makes the most sense to me: the fact that it’s modular, how stable it is, the storage. I think I’ll leave my seats in, so that will change things, but having a place to start is pretty awesome.

@CheddahSlingah

3 жыл бұрын

When you finish your modifications, I'd love to see what you come up with! I hope to do the same when I eventually get a Rav4. It's very daunting, but it looks so nice/practical that I'd love to be able to do it!

@willar1338

3 жыл бұрын

If you haven’t seen SUVRVing check it out. He has a RAV4 that he uses as a camper without taking the seats out. His ideas are very clever and look like they’d be easy to do.

@CheddahSlingah

3 жыл бұрын

@@willar1338 Thanks for the suggestion! That channel is actually what sent me down this road of discovery, and I'll definitely be using some of those ideas!

Your cinematography is top notch and I dig all your content man! Keep it up. Thanks for sharing your world with us! What an escape!

great job, Chase. You just gave me confidence to convert my hatchback into a camper. I am working on it and will share pics once done. Once again, thank you for all the details and ideas. Keep exploring! :)

Just found you channel. I am Canadian and an almost 60 year old woman. I want to start car camping this spring so lots to learn. I have build an easy design bed and plan to start in the spring to ensure I like car camping before designing a wonderful car camper like yours. Thank you for the design and complete teaching about your build.

this is the closest to what ive been looking to do in my crosstrek - thank you!!

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks Chase. This video helped me a ton as I am barely a rookie builder and also a visual learner. Appreciate it, and best of luck camping this summer!

You've inspired me. Thank you! You are generous with your gifts and a great explainer.

@ChaseChristopher1

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lou! I appreciate the comment 🙏🏼

This is REALLY amazing. I want an Outback and all of this is in my scope of expertise, so I really feel like I could make this happen! Thanks for sharing!!

Excellent craftsmanship! Clear and complete, although I missed seeing the tools you used. Don't stop experimenting or sharing. You are correct that you inspire those without professional training or tools to do professional-quality work.

Sorry about finding your channel so late, as I see this video is a year old! Awesome job on the planning and construction of your camper insert. A lot of clever solutions. One thing I would recommend (as an engineer who has performed a good number of crash tests) please install some tiedowns for your gear, especially your trunk. In a crash at city speeds, you can have accelerations of 50g+ so imagine your 30lbs trunk becomes 1500lbs and slams into the back of your passenger. Placing normal tiedowns holds everything together and if nothing else, absorb energy if things go sideways.

@Stormbrise

2 жыл бұрын

How would you install the tie downs? I am curious now, and safety minded.

Really nice build, Chase, really practical and carefully designed, done with beautiful precision, and it looks good too. Well done, and well done also for the clear, comprehensive video, explained in just the right amount of detail. Thank you, both of you!

Wow! Great work and attention to detail!Thank you for sharing your build.

An excellent job! Thank you for all of the effort that you have put into creating this video.

I am a carpenter and you did an awesome job with minimal tools!

Most excellent craftsmanship that I've seen; up there with the pros. Kudos 😍

@ChaseChristopher1

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Wow, definitely top 3 favourite builds I've seen so far

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ethan!

This is an awesome build, been wanting to outfit my CRV. this is what I had in my mind but it was great seeing it in action!

congrats on the website man. checking it out now. love all your stuff so far

I just bought a Toyota van and now I want Subaru. I love this !!

I’m going on my first solo camp trip next week. Been watching your videos like crazy. I’m a little scared because I don’t have all the gear like you but hopefully I learn as a go. Thank you so much!

Your Subaru is awesome man, and I love your videos. Keep them coming!

Wow that's super cool !! Need to design me something, four in the bed of my pickup truck . Appreciate you sharing. I'll keep watching for more

Thank you! Im gonna try to apply this to my forester. Its gotta be pretty close to the same

The very best DIY build out camper…excellent quality work!

That is a genius design ! Again appreciate you sharing. Gives me some ideas four in the back in my pick up truck

Genius! Subaru needs to hire you..

@FirstLast-on1mv

3 жыл бұрын

I can see them selling kits like this, it's a great idea and someone should suggest it to them

Great attention to attention to detail throughout and use of vertical space with the cabinet!

I need to get on this dude's level. This helped me get ideas. Nice work

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t take much. Glad you found it valuable!

Its a really sweet kit. thanks for sharing the parts list - and the walk through. I remember watching your backseat desk video a while back -nice design.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You’re very welcome👍

Very clean, practical, and completely stealth from the outside! Thank you

Thanks for all the information and so much detail including the links to purchase all the tools and materials! You are awesome.

Your website is so beautiful. Great Job. Also, your build-up is so practical.

You are inspiring me to hire someone to do this to my Outback!

Thanks for sharing! I really like that Circ Saw guide...that’s been my obstacle for talking larger projects.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

You bet! Same here, it’s been a game changer.

Just bought a 2014 Outback. Thanks for the insight...You should host an Outback Car camping meet!

Thanks Chase your videos always inspire me to work on my BH9. Cheers man!

Awesome job! Love it. Definitely need to make some changes to mine so I'm excited.

I’m a mobile detailer and I wanted to do this and I remembered this video from back in the day😂my next diy is about to be a similar build love the videos !

lot's of good thinking in this man, thanks for sharing! Currently working on my SUV camper setup and this is really helpful!

Thank you for being so detailed!!!! I appreciate all the work you put into your video content. Stay warm. Stay safe.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Thanks, I appreciate that! Take care.

This is so great! I will definitely be checking out your website and trying to convince my dad to build this for his Outback

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hey Chase! I currently have a 2018 Rav4 on a lease. When I exchange it next may for a 2021 model, I'm gonna decide after 3 years that I'm gonna keep it and try and convert the back. Thanks for inspiring the idea. Always wanted to just travel across the country and camp in my car. And you've motivated me to do it and I'm getting great tips/ideas from you...thanks!

Wow, I'm really impressed! Very nice! Thanks for doing the video.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve! My pleasure.

nicely done! i had watched your older videos. the new design looks great. happy to throw some money your way to support and maybe even take a crack at building it myself.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Micheal! I appreciate the comment and the support! It’s a fun challenge and is extremely rewarding in the end. Best of luck, and I hope you share your progress in the Facebook group (road to ridge: car camper conversions) as you go! 👍

Nice job man awesome build definitely giving me some great ideas for my build Thanks

I am a tradesmen, but not a Carpenter. You should sell these units. Or at least the plans electronically. Get yourself set up with CAD. You could sell these drawings for 100 bucks easy. And you would sell a lot of them. I would take them to a local cabinet maker and get him to do. This is the best design for a Subaru. I’ve seen in my life.

thank you for sharing your build, very well designed and thought out

This is dope I can tell you put some thought into this setups and builds like these are ver realistic and affordable

Been waiting for this video. Thanks for sharing it.

Chase... sorry, but just another random person to comment, to say... YOU ARE FORKING AWESOME! Very extremely impressed with your talents, be it photo/video, carpentry, etc., and so humbly sharing all with us. And yea,,, the website, greatly done. I am acquiring a '12 OB 3.6R, and will be building your design soon as can, and be outdoors more too (Ozarks). Again, thanks Chase!

This is dope, thanks for doing it!!

Amazing build. Great video. Very inspiring! Cheers

Awesome job man!

Very nice build, and some clever ideas! I'm starting a very similar build in my Tiguan (Low mounted sleeping platform to maximize headroom, and storage to one side), so watching this was very informative and inspirational. The main difference in my build will be including a 37Qt dual-zone frig/freezer and a 2K Watt-Hour power station. Will be a bit of a squeeze, but I think I can make it work! Thanks for the great video!

Great job...I’m impressed! I wished I had seen this video before I did my build on my 2017 RAV4 because I would have added the slide tables into my build. Thanks for sharing. 😌

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

Nice job! I’m done many Sprinter van conversations and keeping it simple is best!

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mark!

Awesome video! Great ideas. I'll go to the website and get all the details.

Unbelievable build yet again, just unreal man. Your channel is hella hella underviewed, i know with time and constant uploads youll shoot to the top. Also, as I'm sure you know, you could sell these builds to people with outbacks, and make bank! Big time commitment however!

Omg, this one is even better!

Nice works you’ve there. Good job !

Excellent video. Thanks! I love how it all seems doable with minimal tools.

@ChaseChristopher1

26 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great vid dude I've just got myself an estate with hopes of turning into a camper! Super helpful info! Love your Su man it looks epic!

Nice work! That's a beautiful and creative design!

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kristen!

Great design and very easy to understand video 👍🏼🇦🇺

Wow that kit is awesome 😍

Tip: wax the outside of the box drawers for smoother slides and and for them to last longer. Sweet build!

@ChaseChristopher1

2 жыл бұрын

Good idea, thanks!

awesome vid.. great build.. and your delivery is perfection!!

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lisa! I appreciate it🙏🏼

lots of clever engineering done. awesome!

Just awesome. You've inspired me to make something for my 2 door Wrangler.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Right on! Have fun👍

You did a GREAT JOB!!!! Thanks!

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You bet.

Fantastic!! Thank you for sharing your build info!!

this is really well done!!

Awesome. I was looking at vans, now im going to do this to my outback. Thank you.

@ChaseChristopher1

2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome!

This is awesome! Great job fine tuning the design! I would love an adapted version for sleeping two people and a golden retriever.:)

I cant wait till I get my outback

Very nice. We have the same year and model Outback. This is a great project for my wife. LOL. Wish me luck.

Awesome job Chase!

@ChaseChristopher1

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Awesome video! I definitely want to try building something similar when I get some free time

Great video, thanks. You answered every question I had on How to go about this sort of project.

@ChaseChristopher1

Жыл бұрын

Great to hear, glad I could help!

I ❤ the cabinet and all of the storage.

Best and cleanest setup i have seen so far! Great job! Just be careful of "loose" stuff in case of an accident. I have the same model (and same beautiful green color) trying to figure out a decent setup. However i would probably like to keep the back seats mounted, since i will only sleep in the car occasionally.

Such a fantastic build! You are very talented!

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Awesome build ! Thank you for sharing

That is awesome carpentry and fitment. Going to use some of your concepts for my ‘21 forester build (albeit likely simpler/trying to keep seats in place… kids).

Very nice! I'm sharing this with a friend who voluntarily lives in his car. BTW, I've had 3 Subies and Nokian Hakkapillitta snow tires worked great in the Michigan winters.

Great information, thank you! Removing my rear seats in my STI in the morning!

Yeah!! Can’t wait to check it out.

@ChaseChristopher1

3 жыл бұрын

👍👍