25K Total DIY Van Build - Solo Female Lives and Travels on a Budget

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Allison and her cat Jankins live on the road in a DIY van made primarily of recycled parts and reclaimed items from Habitat for Humanity. The kitty played a dominant role in the design with several modifications for its comfort and safety. Even a hideaway ramp leads to a hidden litter box accessible from the back door garage area.
Above the cab of this Promaster is storage for miscellaneous items, including towels, tools, and extra wires. The kitchen has all the necessities, from a propane stove and mini sink to a top-loading fridge and freezer. She has two 6-gallon freshwater tanks, shoe storage in the back, and closet space under the bed. The crowd favorite of this build is the clean electrical design, and Allison's pick is the roof deck, otherwise known as the "Party Pad!"
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 271
@TinyHomeTours
@TinyHomeTours 2 роки тому
How awesome is this DIY Camper van!? If you are on a budget, this video is for you!
@truthnplainsight799
@truthnplainsight799 2 роки тому
What type of van is that?
@debracottrill7989
@debracottrill7989 2 роки тому
@@truthnplainsight799 Ram Promaster
@kevinlaw826
@kevinlaw826 2 роки тому
How can you live in your van full time without bathroom facilities? That must very be stressful at times.
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
@@kevinlaw826 I have a cassette toilet that can be emptied in a regular toilet or port o potty and I use planet fitness for showers. But yes you are correct, it can be stressful at times.
@kristigibson-cormier4726
@kristigibson-cormier4726 2 роки тому
Great Video.. I was thinking she might try piano hinges on the far side of the bed for easier access☺
@posteroonie
@posteroonie 2 роки тому
$25K all in? Outstanding! That cat tunnel is a stroke of ingenious kitty-love too.
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
All in! I had a budget and I stuck to it.
@tomwilliam5118
@tomwilliam5118 2 роки тому
I think the cat tunnel is a great idea as well as riveting the deck down
@Kevin291971
@Kevin291971 2 роки тому
Finally someone who showed the fridge and freezer with actual food in it....everytime I watch these vidieos thinking I want to do this the van owner never has food in the fridge then I figure I cant do this without food . I love this van 🙂
@forliberty1805
@forliberty1805 2 роки тому
Most I've watched are just vegans. I'm like I can't live without meat so I would have to have a freezer.
@QueenBaha
@QueenBaha 2 роки тому
😂🤣😆
@lifemyway200
@lifemyway200 2 роки тому
@@forliberty1805 really? The ones I watch are mostly carnivores and some only have an ice cooler.
@LMPANFILE
@LMPANFILE 2 роки тому
The cat stroller is a great idea.
@johnhall6822
@johnhall6822 2 роки тому
I really like the sign you had next to your bed "live with eternity in mind"
@elizabethfemenias5480
@elizabethfemenias5480 2 роки тому
I li
@Clueless2019
@Clueless2019 2 роки тому
I like the metaphor of van life as a "vehicle" that leads you to fulfill your dreams...BEST WISHES to You!...😉
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
thank you so much!
@Jeanettedi
@Jeanettedi 2 роки тому
Best part of the van “live with eternity in mind.” Good advice. Congrats on the van build!
@donahill112
@donahill112 2 роки тому
I haven't watched a ton of these van home videos, but I watched quite a few. This is the 1st time I've seen the shoe rack on the back door. That is brilliant.
@adventureswithkyle
@adventureswithkyle 2 роки тому
I went to high school with her haha ….I’m subscribed to this channel and I randomly see her in a video ….so cool to see the set-up! ….good stuff Ally!
@chezmoi42
@chezmoi42 2 роки тому
She did good!
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
so cool! Thanks Kyle!
@thaynesdad
@thaynesdad Рік тому
The fact you bought and built that van for 25k deserves some kind of award. It's so easy to run up a 60 to 80k tab. Well done. And I love your cat ramp.
@martinmansson5067
@martinmansson5067 2 роки тому
Very nice colors, they are soothing to me. I’m going to borrow some ideas thank you!! And you have great hair 👍🏻
@Climbingdude
@Climbingdude 2 роки тому
She did an awesome job for being on a budget.
@CaesiusX
@CaesiusX 2 роки тому
I don't think _"budget"_ when I look at this. Well done!
@valeriehancotte-galan4790
@valeriehancotte-galan4790 2 роки тому
She got it done inside for $5 bcuz she had help from family and friends
@cephalonplant4087
@cephalonplant4087 2 роки тому
@Relax Relax To be fair 20k would be to buy a good Van and you can second hand buy the rest of it from places like Habitats, Goodwill and etc for less then 2k of course this doesn't include repairs or filling it with pillows and etc
@sonyaredding1312
@sonyaredding1312 2 роки тому
Cute. :^)
@uniquevariety2373
@uniquevariety2373 2 роки тому
You can add the roll out racks to the cabinet you do not like.
@chezmoi42
@chezmoi42 2 роки тому
Yes, I came to suggest that, she can turn it into a pull-out pantry that goes all the way back. It will be so much more practical.
@abeandmel
@abeandmel 2 роки тому
We used your idea of cabinets from habitat for humanity when we built our van! Fabulous idea and saved us so much TIME AND MONEY!
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
so glad it was helpful for you guys!
@congerscott6064
@congerscott6064 2 роки тому
Thanks for showing us around Allison, you did a great job, it looks like your cat really likes it too 👍🐱🏆.
@offbeatwarble
@offbeatwarble 2 роки тому
A great outlook and philosophy in building your van for you and not getting carried away with all that others are doing. Great van too 👍
@debbies6192
@debbies6192 2 роки тому
I've seen lot of conversions on youtube. Your's is one of the best! Thank you for sharing.
@cmendoza1094
@cmendoza1094 2 роки тому
I love the vibes, you're a beautiful person inside and out. Glad you shared your House with us :D
@lorenl9262
@lorenl9262 2 роки тому
AWESOME job girl!!!! You "killed" it on this van build!!! Kudos!!
@JS-ev4xc
@JS-ev4xc 2 роки тому
Brave, free and independent! Physically and emotionally. Keep it up. Stay happy!
@livingauthenticallyonmyownterm
@livingauthenticallyonmyownterm 2 роки тому
Such a cute little home, and I love the cat walkway to the litter box. Great idea. Thanks for the amazing video.
@rustyjohn3272
@rustyjohn3272 2 роки тому
lovely stuff Alison. You are so chilled. Wonderful and encouraging. best of luck from another van lifer
@limitlesscoker6669
@limitlesscoker6669 2 роки тому
I loved your video. I hope we see more of you on UKposts. Keep up the great work
@garegardner6782
@garegardner6782 2 роки тому
Smart. Well done with lots of practical info and suggestions. I love seeing Real people using their head and hands to create things they want
@allieb1621
@allieb1621 2 роки тому
Well done - it is a beautiful van with some unique features such as the cat ramp and the storage on the wall at the foot of the bed. So neat and spacious looking. I love what you have done. Some great advice as well, cheers!
@TheSnookyputz
@TheSnookyputz 2 роки тому
Inspiring! Well done on the van!
@jamestopeka2236
@jamestopeka2236 2 роки тому
Congratulations 👏 you did good 👍 I'm 61 and a retired coal miner living full time in my travel trailer on my land in the west Virginia mountains .. I'm now buying a 1.25 acres lot for winter living in Florida .I joined the military when I was 17 and have been on my own sense ...Have fun out there and be safe . I'm Proud of youngersters like you .
@seandaniel5567
@seandaniel5567 2 роки тому
Happy to see Ally get to share about her van life build and journey. She's such a fun, sweet, and inspiring girl. Great video too!
@gregtheintense
@gregtheintense 2 роки тому
Really really good advice and story! Thank you for sharing your experience.
@padelicious9093
@padelicious9093 2 роки тому
Awe I love her and her home!! ✌🏻❤️
@RavenSpirit917
@RavenSpirit917 Рік тому
Van looks great , kitty is adorable I think your van is cozy, u have everything you need in there. Thx for sharing !!
@laurag5583
@laurag5583 2 роки тому
I love the cat tunnel design!
@janetruh7476
@janetruh7476 2 роки тому
Lots of good advice. You are brave and clever and I appreciate your good tips. Thank you.
@EllaDABAMMS
@EllaDABAMMS 2 роки тому
I love the insight on drawers instead of cabinets. I have mostly cabinets in my kitchen and the most useful cabinet has a pull out rack for bins and my trash can. So I agree! 🚐😃👍
@craigtoups5786
@craigtoups5786 2 роки тому
Awesome. Keep that enthusiasm!
@debracottrill7989
@debracottrill7989 2 роки тому
Love the drawers and cupboards she created. I share her philosophy but for maybe different reason. It's all around the perfect size van for me. Thank you so much for sharing. 💚🦋✨
@msuehale
@msuehale 2 роки тому
Major accomplishment! Good luck with your company.
@adamwalker7338
@adamwalker7338 2 роки тому
Real good presentation and build. Thanks for Sharing.
@kenkre1212
@kenkre1212 2 роки тому
Love the simplicity of your style. You seen to have a lot of space at the cost of a toilet and/or shower. I marvel at the energy and spirit of the solo vanlife females.
@moniquemc4553
@moniquemc4553 2 роки тому
I love the colors. I don’t know her but am so excited for her new experiences and her road ahead.
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
thank you! It was so much fun picking out the colors and all the styling aspects of my van!
@RebaMiran
@RebaMiran 2 роки тому
Wow this is really nice! And neat too!
@vinniekrieg5441
@vinniekrieg5441 2 роки тому
I love all the great advice.
@M.I.TankLdr
@M.I.TankLdr 2 роки тому
Great reading choices.
@dexlheichannel.19
@dexlheichannel.19 2 роки тому
simply cozy!..
@garyofnyc
@garyofnyc 2 роки тому
Brilliant build!
@edithlewis8727
@edithlewis8727 2 роки тому
You go girl. George from Texas.
@paintflw
@paintflw 2 роки тому
Like her, the build and the interview, great vid and editing!
@DeborahLong7777
@DeborahLong7777 2 роки тому
Great build and the kitty is a happy dance cat I can believe!!! Much love from Texas 💜
@jeanmcgahey1143
@jeanmcgahey1143 2 роки тому
Great job. Looks like a wonderful van
@nailazion2600
@nailazion2600 2 роки тому
Love this van build....fresh.. unique and creative...✌️🙏💞💕
@larrykreuger2918
@larrykreuger2918 2 роки тому
You did a great job on your van.
@denhat6171
@denhat6171 2 роки тому
It looks great
@ag-om6nr
@ag-om6nr 2 роки тому
She is a brilliant young lady !
@needPeace6
@needPeace6 2 роки тому
You go girl!!!
@lauraroberts9066
@lauraroberts9066 2 роки тому
Love this!!Any van w a cat is cool!!😻
@realalecclarke
@realalecclarke 2 роки тому
Wow super cute build
@garycordle5295
@garycordle5295 2 роки тому
This is so cute, very nice van and a lot of cool stuff 👍 you did a great job.
@ricksmith7631
@ricksmith7631 2 роки тому
that was a very nice build, I love the bed and not sleeping so close to the floor, almost like a second room up there. I'm working on an ambulance rebuild and its not something to be rushed. What could you say is the most significant thing that living in a van has presented itself, be it physical, mental or spiritual. I'm nervous about selling everything and becoming nomadic due to the uncertainties. i was really impressed with how you showed things with a level of comfort.
@pambeyers7744
@pambeyers7744 2 роки тому
Great video and I love ur van. Your gonna be just fine out there! You being young and being so level headed and willing to learn to do things yourself will take you far in life. And love your lil kitty. I like the set up when the litter box.
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
Thank you for the kind words! I appreciate the support
@andreaharris6351
@andreaharris6351 2 роки тому
LOVE IT! PEACE & JOY
@jamessanchez7614
@jamessanchez7614 2 роки тому
awesome, good for you.
@machambers00
@machambers00 2 роки тому
Great job on your fan!
@davepalmetto
@davepalmetto 2 роки тому
Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy it
@dawnbishop3315
@dawnbishop3315 Рік тому
I love your build and you're very inspirational even for a woman who may just be twice your age due to the budget you stuck to, you doing the build yourself, and most of all the many clever ideas you had in your build. I don't plan on having a cat when I start my van life journey because I have dog but if I've seen so many youtube videos of vans with cats and their litter is always in the "main living are" so your cat tunnel leading to the litter in the "garage" area is the first time I've ever seen that and believe me when I say I've seen a ton of van videos. Even something as simple as a vertical magnet for your spices is a huge space saver!! Thanks for sharing!
@schmonsequences
@schmonsequences 2 роки тому
Love it! Cat van build needs to be it's own topic. Totally different for so many reasons
@markevans3589
@markevans3589 2 роки тому
Nicely done. 👍
@allthingsnu4673
@allthingsnu4673 2 роки тому
I'm very impressed with your build and philosophy. Great job on getting this done with $25K! I've watched a lot of van videos and will remember this one. I agree with you about acquiring new skills too. You should be very proud of yourself!
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
Thank you very much! At times I had to comprise on certain things I wanted but at the end of the day I am doing the same thing as people who spent over 80K on their van conversions.
@georgekerr8804
@georgekerr8804 2 роки тому
Like the roof deck.
@lynnebunning7273
@lynnebunning7273 2 роки тому
A beautiful home, wishing you well in your life's journey. Love the litter box & cat stroller being a cat owner terrific ideas. Cheers from Victoria Australia 🇦🇺🐨👍🏻😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@joleericky3825
@joleericky3825 2 роки тому
Nice to see that not only young people do van life things. Go for it!
@ThereseDavidson
@ThereseDavidson 2 роки тому
Very nice home!!
@doingitwithnothing
@doingitwithnothing 2 роки тому
Nice set up
@sandramaher4243
@sandramaher4243 2 роки тому
Well done. 🌺👏🌺. Thank you for sharing, I didn’t see any locks on your doors or windows, there are some excellent videos that would help you with that. Be safe 🌺👏🌺
@mrbakerskatz
@mrbakerskatz 2 роки тому
So cute !
@sheltonjacob8481
@sheltonjacob8481 2 роки тому
Hey Alison, you’ve done a fabulous job on your mobile home sweetheart. I’ve just fallen in love with all the ideas you’ve used in the interiors. Love your pussycat too. ❤️🥰❤️
@dennis.teevee
@dennis.teevee 2 роки тому
great van tour! 👍♥️
@petmom74
@petmom74 2 роки тому
Lovely build, pretty young woman! So smart too. I wish I would have started this lifestyle when I was your age. Better late than never! I agree about the drawers versus cabinets!! I love the kitty hallway and she is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing.
@alvenatgolden1781
@alvenatgolden1781 2 роки тому
Thank You For Sharing. Awesome Job good idea for cat life!
@coopersdesperado
@coopersdesperado 2 роки тому
Very nice job! I admire your humility and especially your concern for your cat. That cat stroller is a great idea! Not everyone thinks about where the pets go when getting the vehicle serviced. Great location and access for the litter box also. Nice deck also, and I agree about using roller drawers instead of just cabinets; makes all of the space more efficient to use. Whatever you do in your future will be enhanced by what you are learning with this experience, self-reliance maybe being the most important. Congratulations! :-)
@above_adventures5447
@above_adventures5447 2 роки тому
Jankins is my best friend. I had to make sure she would love this life just as much as I do :)
@danielharper3250
@danielharper3250 2 роки тому
Livin the dream pretty lady ! You go !
@kevingarnett1301
@kevingarnett1301 2 роки тому
Wow now that is really awesome setup the best I've seen yet very beautiful young lady with beautiful smile be safe out there God bless you dear
@hazelem1266
@hazelem1266 2 роки тому
Good on you for picking yourself up after the breakup and doing what you love. I believe that there is someone out there with whom you will find greater contentment. Good luck on your travels.
@PimptatoPCs
@PimptatoPCs 2 роки тому
And if she never finds someone, she'll end up in a 40 foot Skoolie with a dozen cats 😜
@franksantos4680
@franksantos4680 2 роки тому
Oh yes finally a build with a nothing fancy a sink and a stove that says my kind of style...then after my heart with your Sriracha sauce... not gonna tell you I likes...you already know💯🤙🏽🇬🇺!!! Thanks for sharing , stay safe 🙏🏽❣️
@susanshaver912
@susanshaver912 2 роки тому
Great tray cover! Thanks for letting me know drawers are better than cabinets! Nice vertical magnetic strip. "Live With Eternity In Mind" Very nice for 5 grand :)
@willte48
@willte48 2 роки тому
So cute
@Martin-qg5kr
@Martin-qg5kr Рік тому
Hello, amazing work 👌, practical 👍 I wish you beautiful experiences on the go. Sincerely, Martin.
@SamSung-ww3rp
@SamSung-ww3rp 2 роки тому
If you have cabinets you can install slide trays for easy access
@drillsergeant5338
@drillsergeant5338 2 роки тому
Excellent. You did a lot of it yourself because you know how many rivets are in it. In other words you are legit. Great job.
@roam4fun853
@roam4fun853 2 роки тому
Very nice and humble woman.
@themapsarewrongandthetimel8722
@themapsarewrongandthetimel8722 2 роки тому
Absolutely great job on your van! Off topic, but you should try body building/fitness competition if you are interested...you have an amazing natural physique.
@tastetemptation5031
@tastetemptation5031 2 роки тому
Nice camper van in a budget ... simple and minimalistic
@AarynlynnAbbassi
@AarynlynnAbbassi 2 роки тому
You just answered my question I should wait till the video is over that’s cool that you’re doing solar power that’s the best way to do itp
@T_1357_F
@T_1357_F 2 роки тому
First time I seen the idea of a roof deck. If possible, I would look at adding a door on the roof to enter the van from above.
@elainelipscomb1476
@elainelipscomb1476 10 місяців тому
🎉great home 🎉 enjoy and travel safe 😊🎉
@zulsani5632
@zulsani5632 2 роки тому
So cool move around the country with a cat and Van life 👍
@susanneely5810
@susanneely5810 2 роки тому
Fantastic!!! I must say my vertigo self would fall right off that roof.
@shammywadud
@shammywadud 2 роки тому
Ingenious cat ramp in a van. So unique!!! Great job done girl ! You are brave and amazing. Big thumbs up to you and your family. Thanks for sharing your home with us 😊
@guylamullins3602
@guylamullins3602 2 роки тому
Get the basket sliders for the cabinets. I have some in my skinny pantry. Cool van!
@kathyburnside1887
@kathyburnside1887 2 роки тому
You said you were thinking of a seating area close to the bed and kitty tunnel. Could you do like a Murphy bed type seat? Connect to wa when not in use and unpunished when you need it. Your Van is Fantastic. You did a great job and you have all you need.
@kathyburnside1887
@kathyburnside1887 2 роки тому
Latch to wall when not in use and unlatch when needed. You got it going on so I know you will figure it out. Love your va
@garyward6525
@garyward6525 2 роки тому
Love the ceiling amazing ilike u2 fab nice bugget van .. clean tidy lived in look .. wot u do for winters ?
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