I have included all of Lee's videos in one place in order of when they were posted. Enjoy! 1) Van Conversion Ideas | Lee Blake's Incredible Van Build 1 kzread.info/dash/bejne/gp1n2bqLdqnXm7A.html 2. Van Conversion Ideas | Lee's Incredible Van Build 2 FULL TOUR kzread.info/dash/bejne/lol_xZONd7aTkrg.html 3. Van Conversion Ideas | Lee's Incredible Van Build 3 Update 2018 kzread.info/dash/bejne/jISbqaqEmdurnqw.html 4. Lee Blake: Deep Cycle Batteries and Charging kzread.info/dash/bejne/eayTw7eyh8uZYrg.html 5. Lee Blake Solar Install with Battle Born Lithium Batteries Donation for Lyra - Van Build 2018 kzread.info/dash/bejne/hmeel8N_dMSthsY.html

@ExtraordinaryLiving

5 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh, this is *AWESOME* ... I was going to search through all the vids in your channel to find Lee's last van builds ... you saved me a lot of time and trouble!!! Thank you! :) BTW, I heard about you from CheapRVliving.

@dutchcourage7312

5 жыл бұрын

tnx, saves me time having to figure it out myself, as i just happen to bumb into this one :) ... my live just got a tid bit more comfortable and easy ;)

@TenmaFN

5 жыл бұрын

You short guys have it so easy, being over 6'3" makes it alot more difficult to find a van to be able to convert that i can stand vertical in :(

@bdredden71

4 жыл бұрын

@@TenmaFN Lee said he's 6'4"....which I appreciate being 6'5" it gives me some reference on his build

@icerabbit8605

4 жыл бұрын

Do we get an update on the trailer build? Is it posted somewhere? I can’t seem to find news beyond this.

“ Oh, I made that” Of COURSE he did! This guys AMAZING!

Listening to this man makes me realise that I didn't think through much of anything in my life.

I feel like I'm listening to a Master Jedi of van building.

@txhypnotist

4 жыл бұрын

The plethora of knowledge Guru.

@designdoctor247

4 жыл бұрын

Agree. Wish he had a channel

@hokuspokus8766

4 жыл бұрын

He is Master Jedi of van building

@zedmak

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah the build force is strong with him..

@BelindaTOV

3 жыл бұрын

@@designdoctor247 he does...and the link should be added to all these videos

Sweet mother of God, PLEASE film a complete van build from start to finish with Lee building it using all his processes and show how he does it. This guy is a legend and I wish I had a van I could pay for him to build it. Best I've ever seen!

This guy is a genius. His enthusiasm is obvious. Very inspiring.

This man finds joy in service to others.No wonder he"s always smiling.

Jamie, thank you so much for the update on Lee,I have been wondering about him. Like the rest of your followers, I fell in love with this gentle genius and his wonderful, inovative ideas. Glad to see he is well and still fixing what he doesn't like.

Lee is the textbook definition of "necessity is the mother of invention"

A man who is out to improve the lives of self and other. We're playing for the same team. ❤️

This guy is such a genius. And more importantly, he has such a big heart!

You can tell he's very proud of his cabinets, and rightfully so.

Lee has one of the best Van builds on KZread and with every redesign it only gets better! Thank you Jamie for this video and thank you Lee for sharing your wisdom!

@leeross6469

3 жыл бұрын

IT WOULD BE GOOD IF LEE COULD USE SOME OF HIS CREATIVITY IN MEDICAL ISSUES SUCH AS PROTHETICS, HE COULD INVENT ALL KINDS OF THINGS TO CURE DISEASES. ALSO

I have watched 100s of videos on van conversions and without a doubt this man is the most inspirational I have seen. Amazing process he uses.

Lee is my favorite ... he really thinks things through ... I just love hearing him explain how he figures things out. Thanks

@joyw7000

5 жыл бұрын

Me 2. Love his work

@Speedinginprogress

5 жыл бұрын

Agree.

@mattmattmatt8984

5 жыл бұрын

"Focus on what makes you unhappy", lol!

@terriemariehoy-recio1716

5 жыл бұрын

I absolutely get mesmerized listening to him

@breakz187

5 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly - A born engineer.

His way of explaining and the principles of his build where great core ideas to build with. I really think he should have work shops where he teaches these ideas. And I want to thank you on your videos. Great job of not interrupting your interviewees train of thought. Great job on really getting good shots of the subject. Please, when he has his trailer, can you interview him again. It is clear as how emotional he got when talking about helping people he loves sharing his ideas. As we love hearing them.

@designdoctor247

4 жыл бұрын

Agree

@a.w.thompson4001

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, please!

@loranejeanveau6635

3 ай бұрын

Totally agree

This is THE best van build I have ever seen.

Only have gratitude for all the help and kindness both of you give out of your hearts. I was so touched when Lee got choked up at the end at the thought of how real the help is for people. It’s truly life changing help.

@jr3684

5 жыл бұрын

Me too😢 lovely man.

Tell Lee thanks for the information. I like the way he covered up his pots and pans and cups with cloth. To keep out dust. This CV is a great idea.

Lee is the Master of 'trial and error'. _Genius_ would not be overstating his talent for convenience and detail.

I have watched the "Lee" videos countless times. I pick up little nuggets of inspiration each time I watch.

How refreshing, no clickbait, no trying to sell a lie about van life. Great to see a fantastic build and the thought process behind it.

@tikitiki7610

3 жыл бұрын

and a fantastic individual behind it all.

"I defined my process and built the box to fit my process." Iterate, iterate, iterate... How all of life should be lived! I love it!

@tikitiki7610

3 жыл бұрын

going to make a sign to put in my van that says the above. if i look at it often, perhaps some of will rub off on me in my life.

What a fantastic man, I could listen to him all day, I’d certainly love a few hours with him in a one to one chat, i think everyone could learn some life lessons from Lee not just van build lessons, one of the best van builds I’ve seen and I’ve watched hundreds of hours on here, a true gentleman. All the best for your future Lee 👍🏻👍🏻

There's absolutely no madness to Lee's methods! Organization and functionality = peace of mind.

A Blacksmiths mentality to location of tools: Everything needed is within arms reach or minimal steps of forge and anvil, in order to not waste a heat. This was an excellent, informative video. Thanks for sharing.

@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123

5 жыл бұрын

I remember back in home ec class I had a teacher that taught us that, such as in the kitchen you put cooking utensils and pot holders near the stove and baking supplies in a general location. It makes doing projects and just life so much more fun..........Lee is so efficient and organized, I love it !!!

I’m gonna go right home and “noodle on it” LOL! This gentleman and his van are fantastic

One of the most awesome van builds I have ever seen. Meticulous attention to detail and utilization of space. Well done, Lee.

Am I the only one who wants Lee to help run our government?

@barbibutton9619

4 жыл бұрын

President, Congress and Senate. Why pay all the other useless eaters. Win win for the taxpayer

@CG-wr4no

3 жыл бұрын

I could here him saying "I don't want to have anything to do with that, but I can tell you some basic principles for a thriving government, then you're on your own!"

Love Lee. Wish we could see more of him. He is a great asset to this community, lifestyle.

OMG his kitchen storage is amazing!!

Lee is an EXTREMELY intelligent, logical, & gifted soul ..... And we THANK him & you Jamie, for ALL that is shared with the rest of us ......... So ENJOY these videos, and as always, We were taught to look at ALL ideas, when designing, & then building / fabricating to our individual NEEDS !!!!

Lee is the kind of man WHO LIVES HIS BLISSFUL BEST VAN-LIFE.

the man has a beautiful heart. the tears he got at the end just knowing that even by giving a small gift of help to someone, that has made that persons life a little bit better. doing that also makes his life that much better. a truly giving person. thanks for sharing

Fantastic build, Lee! You're the 'Martha Stewart' of build outs!

@makingitthrough190

5 жыл бұрын

Ouch, I'd like to see Martha figure out all of that 3 dimensional thinking. She's usually got large spaces to deal with.

So eloquent, so smart, so knowledgeable, so charming and such stunning blue eyes! This man is just amazing. I wish him many years of happiness in his van.

I could listen to Lee all day. So articulate and detailed in his explanations. Great video!

This guy is the “ bob wells” of van build design! He even reminds me of bob with his demeanor and the way he speaks and explains things. This is probably the best, most thought out build I’ve ever seen and I’ve seen a lot of them! Great video Jamie

@Michaelw777.52

5 жыл бұрын

@@karincorbin2355 Agreed. They each have their strengths. Bob does great interviews and finds interesting people and their creativity to inspire us for our own builds. Lee shows us how it can be a true work of art and functionality. Remarkable stuff. And Enigmatic here did a fine interview with Lee, letting Lee tell his story, thinking and processes and staying just the right amount in the background. I've not only liked and bookmarked this - I downloaded it to my computer to watch on some day I'm not connected somewhere.

@Seastorm-nh8cv

5 жыл бұрын

@@Michaelw777.52 How do I download the video? I saved it, is that the same thing?

@mplsmaven9404

3 жыл бұрын

@@Seastorm-nh8cv no it is not the same thing. A download means you don’t have to be connected to the internet to watch. Saving is just saving the link to connect on the internet later.

Lee Blake is a van build genius. I'm glad you brought him to our attention. He's a real gem!

@Joyful2020

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, indeed. He is So informative and detailed

"Store it where you use it" that philosophy is great.

This rig is the perfect example of... The wisdom of simplicity and The luxury of efficiency.

My new fantasy...to have a van built-out by Lee ....bet I'm not the only one ....Lol. After watching this video, even my husband wants one and he hates leaving the house.....

@wherewomenwander2921

5 жыл бұрын

Veronica beck If you liked this you should see the other video Jamie has on Lee and the van. It is amazing!

@44ronie

5 жыл бұрын

@@wherewomenwander2921 Lee's the man I would want to be if I wasn't a married housewife and a woman...Lol

@wherewomenwander2921

5 жыл бұрын

@@44ronie lol

@DianeLSullivan

5 жыл бұрын

veronica beck 👍🏼

@Pflexer

5 жыл бұрын

Would want to marry him if I wasn't happily married myself 💍😉

And, WHAT A TREAT! Love his presentation and thought process. LEE BLAKE you’re amazing.

Wow!! Love his way of thinking and he reminds me of my favorite teacher. He's so good at explaining things.

I have watched MANY van builds. This is by far the most impressive.

Mr. Blake is a true architect, so happy to see his redesign that does work better.

Ah, noodling, that's the secret. Very slick !

Now that's amazing. I thought I was organized but I will rethink my layout. Thank you. This is now my number one saved video.

I love Lee's philosophy of building for his comfort. Learn something new with every Lee video

A place for everything and everything in its place 👍

This is the work, of a Master ! He knows . . . what he's doin !

Lee's OCD makes him a wonderful designer! I love all of his great ideas, so thanks for sharing this. Really appreciate it.

This guy is an utter design and build genius! The first time I saw his first video it blew me away and I watched it over and over again. This is awesome content, please keep it coming!

@enigmaticnomadics

5 жыл бұрын

I'll do my best to keep it coming. Lee is an enigma himself.

Lee is the essential Vanner. His ideas about what motivates him and creates his personal peace are what this whole community is about. He could certainly do consulting service to the top innovators in the RV industry, but he does the things that bring him joy. I salute guys like this!

Lee...a man after my own heart...Educator, Builder, Innovator. Your design innovations is all of what I want in a van I have yet to purchase. You added if you weren't towing, you'd purchase a Promaster. I imagine you have done your research, so that's assisting me in the high top van I choose. Never thought Dodge was a contender...??? Better mileage is key, with being more spacious. Organization is very important to me. Everything must have its place, nicely structured, and user friendly. Lee nailed it!!! Impressive build. With your guidance Lee, I could certainly build my van. Standard hinge, continuous hinge, yeah, I'm listening and learning...cup magnets, steel washers, yes, I'm getting it. What a dream machine you have created. "Store it where you use it". You are so in my head. Brilliant mind. Multipurpose storage. Drop down doors, enabling the doors to be used as a table when taking items out. Open bedding storage to allow bedding to breathe. You're making me do a "Hallelujah dance". This build is Brilliant! Thanks Lee, thank you Jamie. You both have made this build for me doable, even on my own. I enjoyed this video. And even though I am not a builder, I am a creator, and I am convinced I can do this. Safe travels. Namaste.

@kiwi9921

5 жыл бұрын

IKR! I feel in like years ago. Well thought out, tried & finished to perfection. In my book, he ROCKS!

@curtisbarker9272

5 жыл бұрын

I bought a para-transit van from butte county california for $504.99 Ford 2002 e-450

@alexeim1966

4 жыл бұрын

I'm just watching videos at this point. It seems that the Nissan NV is for- people over 6 feet- one person at a time for full time -going off road-towing-a dependable engine with a great transmission-14 mpg loaded. Ram Promaster is for Euro styling-159 inch big enouph for two-square size for closets-smooth ride-you have to pamper engine, don't build too heavy Ford Transit/Sprinter is for-A more feminine look-long RV size-good engines if maintained.

My mom is a real OCD, and when she saw me watching this video, she was instantly obsessed at how Lee organized his electrical. She has not stopped pitched doing something similar on my own bus when I build it.

This man was such an inspiration to me years ago. It would be so nice to have an update on him today (9-28-23) and know he’s doing well. Lofty goals for us, but he gave us wonderful ideas to work from.

Oh man I enjoyed this man is so smart he thinks out side the boxs.

@siriponrunkaputi2796

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr. Blake, I would like to borrow your idea to organize my lifestyle. Please keep more of KZread going,

Inspiring! I have so much respect for how eloquently Lee explains his design motivation. Absolutely love the focus on efficiency :) Thank you!

I've seen his other builds. I've taken copious notes! The man is a genius.

There is nothing so amazing as being able to watch genius at work. This is what Lee gives to us.

He's so organize it makes me happy

I enjoyed seeing the changes and improvements in Lee's van. I've watched his previous videos multiple times and am repeatedly inspired. The explanations and insights are like a well-written essay with many body paragraphs linked together on a theme. Yes, I'm an English teacher, so I appreciate clarity and cohesion in thoughts processes.

I have watched all of the videos of Lee's interviews about his vans MORE than once, and I learn something each time. He is such an inspiration!

I love Lee's genius and great ability to communicate WHY he does things the way he does!

Lee I appreciate your ability to see what needs to be done.

A true Master! I LOVE his philosophy!! Thanks Jamie! Great haircut!!!

I can not say how many van/RV/tiny house videos I've watched, but THIS one is by far, the most incredible use of space. Just fabulous!

Got to admit: The more brilliant something is, the more simple it is. No need for questions. Just absorb the mindset. Thank you!

Obviously an intellectual. Dig the way he thinks

I LOVE this man, intelligence is so attractive!

My absolute favorite video on building/updating and generally living the van life.

Lee seems a lot more relaxed and amiable now. He has found his community and it sounds like he is valued and appreciated.

Good to "visit" with Lee again. Glad he's doing well. Thanks, Jamie!

PERFECT van, perfect style for me, FANTASTIC !!!!!!! WOW.....I love this one, LEE is the man !!!!!! I love the colors, the design, the consideration to "see things" as my eyes are compromised, it is GORGEOUS!!!! Thank you LEE

yeah when I start building a van, Lee's philosophy will always be in my mind

"you want to live that way , more power to you, I suffer with it." hahaha

7:08 ok that dropdown door is about the only reason I would consider putting a door in a van at all. Very nice.

Its always a wonderful experience to see the wonders of the mind of Lee. Perfection at it’s best, no words other than if only.........you can finish the comment anyway you feel fit. 😉

This wise man lives for creating total efficiency in his home space, and sharing that with people we can learn a lot from him! Thanks so much Lee for caring and sharing your knowledge with us! 👍🏻😀

Lee is a fascinating character. I love his methodology. He's got it right, iteration is the key to every design.

I can not travel ,but I can see This philosophy and direction of thinking really really helping plan kitchens in particularly for people with mobility or other issues!!

Lee is an amazing philosopher. I just want to sit and talk to him about the color of the night sky form a Nebula perspective and the ultimate flux capacitor for time travel - (Philadelphia Experiment). I'm sure Lee has a theory for everything that is real and non-Matrix. THanks, Jaime for catching us up from your previous interview with Lee. Another great video. Safe travels.

Lee is the best! I like the fact that he thinks things through, then does the job correctly. I also like that he is so organized and clean!

This man is a treasure full of knowledge and should be highly respected and listened to. He's the only one I'll listen to for a van build. Even if you can't afford it all, you can use some of the ideas and go step by step. He needs to make videos and have books because his intelligence is a valuable resource. Thank you Lee.

It's beautiful

Jamie and Lee your the best....great big hearts that touch people's lives for the better! You so totally Rock it! Bless ya both many times over!

Lee explaining what he uses his tablet for is phenomenal 😂

Wow. This is by far the smartest van conversion I've ever seen!

Lee’s van build is incredible!! So appreciate his thought process. By far the best build interview that Jamie has done. Top five builds that I’ve seen on KZread.

Thanks for sharing this with us! I've watched Lee's videos no less than ten times. I certainly have ideas for my build in the next 5 years. He also reminds me of the mobile and electrical master version on Norm Abrams. Thanks again guys!!

Ty Lee. So very happy for you being around xoxo

Lee's rig never lets ya down. Always something new, something improved or something I never even thought of. Thanks to Lee for sharing and Thanks to Jamie for updating us.

BRILLIANT! Thank you Lee, and thank you, Jamie!

Ingenious, imaginetive, caring and not bad to look at either. Blessings to you Lee. Thanks for the interview and tour Jaime. I really like "store it where you use it", champion ideas. xxXX Grambo

I appreciate that you very patiently let him speak slowly and clearly and precisely convey his thoughts. The video and the interview were excellent. Again, I appreciate you allowing him the breathing room to communicate his incredible ideas.

I love Lee's home, it's perfect for a single person, I love that he didn't install a huge bed, I sleep on a single width bed myself at home, and without having all the wasted space to toss and turn I sleep straight thru the night on my side or back. I would never go back to anything larger. All his storage is so well thought out and also looks great. Love the fold down cabinets as well, makes so much sense Lee is a true gentleman . Love his style.

Say smart I'm short. A delight to listen to this person.

What a wonderful man with sensible ideas, thank you!

Thanks again!! We love Lee!! For those of you who are seeing his van for the first time, go look at the full van tour. He is a man using Gods' Wisdom! His toilet, refrigerator, clothing storage areas are another WOW! I never would have thought of that idea!!! Keep up the great work!😎💖🇺🇸