He Turned a Rotting RV into the Ultimate 4x4 ADVENTURE Rig!

3 роки тому

In this video we tour a converted van/RV by Brian (@Aux_built / aux_built ) This is a 21' Class B Starflyte RV that Brian bought and then had lifted and converted to true 4 wheel drive by Ujoint Offroad. Brian did all of the exterior work on this rig including building robust aluminum roof racks and bumper and raptor lining the van. The interior was expertly built out by Johnson Custom Van Solutions (www.johnsoncustomvansolutions.... Brian and his team did an incredible job and if you can find yourself a Starflyte RV in nice condition after seeing this van you should definitely pull the trigger. For much more information about this rig check out Brian's in depth video tour: • 4x4 Van Tour - Custom ... Thanks Brian for letting us tour your rig!
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 277

@cappelloart 10 місяців тому

As a class b owner/traveler of two tv's for the last 28 years, I put a lot of importance on roof air that can be powered anywhere. Opens up the full four seasons to go, or just to be comfortable when the need calls for it. 1993 Airstream B van (16 years) and a 2009 Krystal Sprinter (12 years). Both with showers and roof ac and generators. Bought the Airstream when I turned 40 in 1995. Still going strong, best life living decision.

@danielwerre4574 Рік тому

I work in long beach and go on walks on my breaks.. I witnessed this van being built over several months right next to my work.. crazy to stumble across this.

@jayberwocky1 2 роки тому

I'm pretty sure that's the single best conversion job I've ever seen. Fantastic design, fantastic execution!

@riogrande5761 2 роки тому

Pretty amazing. You really have to know your stuff to design and set up a rig like that. One practical thing that sets this apart from most "van" tiny homes is it has the all important toilet/shower. Even if it's a small space, those two things are must haves/

@MobileDwellings 2 роки тому

Yeah this conversion was really well executed!

@maxboya 2 роки тому

I agree Riogrande. Way too overpriced for that conversion. Also has the worst motor even produced by Ford. You’ll hate the spark plugs when they snap on you. That 5.4L must get 7-9mpg down the highway especially those high of gears. Should of just spent the extra $2-3K for a 7.3 that year. More power. More efficient and more reliable. This is sadly lipstick on a pig.

@camposvazquez 10 місяців тому

@@maxboyathe 5.4 2 valve is one of Ford's most reliable engines ever ... You must be an arm chair van lifer

@jameswhalen8361 Рік тому

Awesome build, great video and a very professional presentation/ information on specs, advantages and reasoning for certain features!! Kudos to you! Wishing you and your family many safe camping trips!!

@foxycat8751 2 роки тому

Love this. This was so well done and explained very clearly about FWD and AWD. Thanks.

@bredemeijer9648 2 роки тому

Awd and 4x4

@craigasher5970 2 роки тому

Really nice job! Congratulations. Hope to see you down the road one of these days!

@BraanFlakes08 2 роки тому

Nice of you to list prices, most people don’t

@mjdailamy4550 2 роки тому

Which makes a grand total of: $ I can't afford it

@rojinebano6535 2 роки тому

Pake mo mga hudlong mga pisti yawaa mo

@vampireslayer1989 2 роки тому

Nice rig and great narration education. The more I watch these builds, ditching the propane seems a good idea.

@rojinebano6535 2 роки тому

Aypag english² dra bigyan tka ron HAHAHAH

@dennistucker1153 Рік тому

This is one of the most impressive vehicles I've ever seen. Most excellent job on this.

@derekboshard4641 2 роки тому

It's an incredible conversion!

@joeharris6025 2 роки тому

The spot where the drone is panning away from your camper looks like the Tilamook Forest in Oregon in a spot I drive by all the time. Love the van by the way!

@juliussins8736 2 роки тому

There's no price for satisfaction

@camposvazquez 2 роки тому

Agreed ...I just can't afford that price... I have a conventional class a RV.. I flat tow a 4wd 4runner.... That's as close to his life I get

@TheHonestPeanut 2 роки тому

Said no one in a minimum wage job ever.

@heidiswatek1348 3 місяці тому

Great Rig! I really love seeing what you did with an older RV , bringing it back to something better than its ever been

@willberk2920 2 роки тому

This is really a very nice build and great video. Makes me want to purchase one today.

@marcothehammer Рік тому

This really is an outstanding off-road RV. The overall fit and finish appears to be second to none. I appreciate the owners detailed descriptions about how the build was first conceived, designed, and then implemented. All very good choices and all made on solid considerations. The end result is a very capable off-road RV that practically anyone would be able to use and enjoy without further modifications. However... I don't know how much power an incinerating toilet requires, but that would be my choice, and I would try to devise a means to increase the solar panel surface area. I'm envious and I have to nit-pick.

@AzumaRikimaru 2 роки тому

really amazing. probably my favorite so far. 100k is pretty steep and gets me wondering when I can ever afford a luxury like that myself lol. still very inspirational

@jessicamelu3353 2 роки тому

Love it! Great build!

@johnallenit Рік тому

Love the front window curtain idea. Stealing that for sure.

@jeremyoshea7941 Рік тому

Spray that with him raptor bedliner, I’m only asking because I sprayed my own to Tacoma love that product. Nice, set up. Thanks for your time.

@jeremyoshea7941 Рік тому

Sorry I should’ve watched the full video before I commented

@attorneydoy 2 роки тому

THIS IS AMAZING.

@fletcherprince 2 роки тому

You had me at hanging closet!

@maehay4065 2 роки тому

Awesome RV with all the extras you need to get out there and enjoy life to it’s fullest.👍

@brownsamurai3070 2 роки тому

Adventure rig? Bro, that's an Apocolypse rig! Awesome. Totally awesome!

@mikeb.7068 10 місяців тому

This is the best concept and best conversion I've seen.

@Allan-uk9qb 2 місяці тому

Wow nice job. Cages over the road lights. Cool

@kathrynb4683 2 роки тому

"We"-You've got one lucky girl . Nothing compares to an intelligent guy who clearly knows how to chase his dream. Stay with it! Wow! What a vehicle!!! Smart! So well planned and executed. Much respect. I noticed you didn't mention mileage...oh, what the heck...does it even matter when you put happiness into that equation?! Awestruck.

@auxbuilt4190 2 роки тому

Aw thanks so much! We're both lucky! 8 to 9mpg at 65mph on a flat highway. Cheers!

@RonPaulgirls 2 роки тому

@@auxbuilt4190 THAT IS THE ONE PROBLEM WITH THOSE RIGS, THEY'RE FINE BUT NEED TO BE CONVERTED TO ELECTRIC

@nukepuke932 Рік тому

@@RonPaulgirls At 8 to 9 mpg? May as well convert them to nuclear...

@RonPaulgirls Рік тому

@@nukepuke932 WITH EVS YOU CAN CONVERT THEM TO NUCLEAR, EASY, IT'S CALLED SOLAR PANELS, COLLECTING ENERGY FROM THE BIGGEST NUCLEAR PLANT IN THE SOLAR SYTEM......LIFE ON EARTH HAS BEEN RUNNING ON SOLAR NUCLEAR FOR BILLIONS OF YEARS......GET WITH THE PROGRAM

@pathfinder303 2 роки тому

One of the best designed interiors I have seen from the US.

@JD-Animate 2 роки тому

This has to be the best conversion I have seen. Great job

@auxbuilt4190 2 роки тому

Thank you! Greatly appreciate you saying so man!

@kenhiett5266 2 роки тому

Agreed. I'm apprehensive about 4x4 exploration vehicles of this size and weight, but this one makes it look feasible.

@okthennone 2 роки тому

Great work!

@lynnburke4403 3 місяці тому

We bought this shed at the beginning of July. ukposts.infoUgkxe81Bz076USDt6sYU1rDcNa2LwCIKADgB It’s built now and just needs painting. The instructions were clear and concise. All the parts were there and in excellent condition.

@grahamewebber4038 2 роки тому

Amazing conversion top quality heavy duty go anywhere rig. Well done. Only one con, I would rather sleep under the truck than in the claustrophobic coffin space. Happy travels.

@Strangernightg 2 роки тому

Man , you're a badass builder , it is beautiful looking. I'm wondering if you still have that van , I hope so beautiful I liked to see you traveling around the world. If you still have the van I'd like to wish you a few million miles with that beautiful van 💯😎❤️👍 Outstanding build you have there .

@ross3387 Рік тому

Absolutely BAD ASS... Great Vid!

@ronniepineda6076 2 роки тому

WOW Awesome... Stay Healthy and Keep Safe Always Sir...

@gideonporter537 Рік тому

An awful lot of work and thinking went into this. Worth it.

@samyrnicolas2531 11 місяців тому

This thing is amazing. Good job

@steve-175 11 місяців тому

Awesome job one to be Very Proud of. Congrats

@stanmcdonaldjr7660 2 роки тому

Sick Build Bro !!!!

@cynful19 2 роки тому

Wow this build is incredible . I have a 1992 Ford E350 camper van, love it. I do hate my blinds , can you tell me what curtain accessories / track you got for the front curtains and also your window curtain rods. Would love these on my rig.

@simbadurio444 Місяць тому

Incredible job!!

@annamlandis12 2 роки тому

“The bathroom is not the Taj Mahal” no way 😂 😂

@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy Рік тому

Looks like an awesome build!

@sailor5026 Рік тому

Impressive. Great job.

@brandonpatel5841 2 роки тому

Absolute beast

@saypop Рік тому

Like almost a dream van... but 90k and lack of insulation well it's about priorities. Amazing curtains and van soo far

@thomasrauchert3025 Рік тому

Shoulda went with the econoline turbo diesel sweet motor!

@marialindell9874 2 роки тому

I recommend getting leather care products for the front seats. Can be found in virtually any equestrian store ever. Caring for leather products increases quality, age and durability. You wouldn't want cracked seats right after you bought the car, right?

@anthony-j-alibrandi-369 Рік тому

Yo! Boston Your Vision for Your Whip! Wicked Fukin Awesome. Luv it. U have Helped me With My Own Plan for Sport mobile Off Grid Capabilities. Thank you for Sharing Nantasket Beach Hull Massachusetts In The House Keep The Faith

@gldsmith61 2 роки тому

The revels are 4x4 not all wheel drive, they even have a low range button. And there is a company that makes lockers for the sprinter. FYI. But it is always nice to have a one of a kind like yours.

@LaberNater Рік тому

Dude, this thing is bad ass.

@madeleinegombert661 Рік тому

Nice Job On The Curtains.

@TheAlpine49 Рік тому

Very very nice! Came up random, totally enjoyed watching it.

@abojabar9181 2 роки тому

Great job 👍👏

@darknessfallz8651 2 роки тому

this is amazing

@leannp788 9 місяців тому

The only thing that's more impressive then someone who knows the nitty gritty details of their gear is when they imagine, design and build it... this cat is the real deal!

@newyardleysinclair9960 2 роки тому

He saved alot doing the work himself. I'm not handy like that

@ginomarone8831 11 місяців тому

Definitely built with off-roading in mind (guy knows what he’s talking about when describing the “whys” )

@adrians.7489 2 роки тому

Finally a van I would actually use!

@PJWoodbury-Speed 9 місяців тому

Well done with the all important bathroom ,very compact build, enjoy your many years adventures to come. We have done all our overseas RV travel but now late 70s will stay home. Our present Camper is a1966 small school bus . Kiwi travellers.

@linhai69 Рік тому

the best one yet

@dannyzuehlsdorf3697 Рік тому

That's not a bad total price all things considered. Super cool.

@BobSmith1980. 2 роки тому

Awesome. Exactly what I want

@bdwillis8284 Рік тому

Simply awesome

@cepaasch 2 роки тому

Great van build!!! Keep it out of the salt water and it should last a long time.

@redview9481 2 роки тому

Best build yet

@scotty1498 2 роки тому

Amazing van!

@lacc9841 2 роки тому

Amazing rig....

@marcs3982 8 місяців тому

With regards to your electrical system, does your AC unit have a soft start on it? Just curious.

@LEFTY2GUNZ401twoGUNZ Рік тому

I’m from Rhode Island An you are a inspiration

@davidpatrick1813 2 роки тому

I have had a nature head for a few years now and plainly got tired of the cleaning. If I waited too long, though no smell, it would get dog heavy. So ... I removed the stir bar and put in a removable bucket. Then line the bucket with double plastic bag. I put in a layer of wood pine chips and then as the black business is done I layer another pine chips (fine but not sawdust, which may work too. I set the bucket lid on top between uses, really easy to do... just as an additional thing. The open flap opens and closes well. Then when full I can remove the bucket and/or bag and it's outta here. I have noticed near zero bugs at all not like the peat... some use other expandable too.. I just got tired of cleaning it and at 1K for the toilet, I would have done something way different at first... but just repurposed what I already have.... This is a great rig ... good job....

@alvarogaitan2529 2 роки тому

fantastic video thanks

@hotpuppy1 2 роки тому

I like the rig. Since you have changed the duals to super singles, what happens if you get a flat that can't be fixed? That tire doesn't look like it would be too common the find out on the road.

@jamessignorelli852 Рік тому

I'm thinking he has a spare . When I ask my father in law for his daughters hand he said that I should have a spare , I'm now with her sister . You see my friend , your absolutely right , sometimes it can't be fixed .......lmfao 😆..... Still lmfao

@camposvazquez 10 місяців тому

This year and engine was only optioned with SRW.. production with the v10s came with duallies I have this model but I have the fixed bed...

@sierramtnswest Рік тому

great job!

@alawton4427 2 роки тому

Awesome ❤️❤️❤️

@charlstheman7951 2 роки тому

Much much better than the original design congrats for you.

@user82938 Рік тому

aaaaaaand he sold it :) looks like he is on to a new project. interested to see how it turns out.

@williespoonemore3392 2 роки тому

That's sweet

@dennisjohnson6371 Рік тому

Nice van. Built.really well. FYI , princes color was purple.

@charleyeugenestrom.3249 2 роки тому

Cool van.

@thomasbarlow4223 2 роки тому

Man I really want to make my shuttle bus 4x4 and convert it to a 12 valve

@wek3000 7 місяців тому

Nice...really nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@darkseiddoom 2 роки тому

I'm watching this like "yup, this is the one I'd take on the road because it's most like one I'd build." Then I see the price tag at the end and realize I'm a bougie bitch 🤣🤣🤣

@jerbillz6878 2 роки тому

i mean if you have 65k send it, but if your starting out id suggest looking at other more cost-efficient builds! good build overall, not knocking it, just giving perspective!

@riogrande5761 2 роки тому

For sure. The cost of this wasn't lost on me and it's not something many can afford unless you don't have a house and live in it full-time.

@camposvazquez 10 місяців тому

Please list a cost effective build

@ravholly Рік тому

Dream Rig

@internetexpert8153 2 роки тому

this guy rolling around in q built out uhaul ready to take on anything

@patrick35400 2 роки тому

SUPER!

@ivanbellman856 7 місяців тому

That thing is pimptastic! Stud mobile!!!

@BradleesNiche-xv2le Рік тому

98 Brian one 4x4 4 nice work

@StellarFella 2 роки тому

Are you against cassette toilets? your compost toilet seems great. What kind is it?

@hawkesoutdoor Рік тому

nice idea for #camping or #overlanding

@WalterPidgeonsForge Рік тому

People keep mentioning the cost.. and yes, it isn’t cheap.. but the professional conversion to an off-road capable 4x4 was 25K of that.. plus he farmed out the interior to a pro as well.. Having looked at a ton of the Sprinter, Transit and Fiat(RAM) vans I am familiar with their pricing.. hard to touch one for less than 100K and some can run 200+K with AWD Sprinters at the top of that. And you might need to compromise on features you want or need so… If you look at it overall.. it is kind of a bargain.. not one you can finance with any lender, but a bargain, considering he paid someone else to build it for the most part.

@crocky4938 2 роки тому

NICE

@ronwade2206 Рік тому

Yes

@fletcherprince 2 роки тому

I'm curious -- how do you insure something like this? I wonder if you could recoup your investment in the interior and automotive improvement if someone hit your van or if you would only receive the book value for the van from your insurance.

@realMDizzy 2 роки тому

I also wondered about this.

@bindingcurve 2 роки тому

Not an issue. You can have a policy written for the declared value of the vehicle. Helps that he had it professionally built. That being said, I don't know many companies willing to insure vehicles off road.

@auxbuilt4190 2 роки тому

Great question. You can go through Progressive. You will need to inform your agent or the company directly if you don't have an agent. They will ask for receipts, detailed description of why the value is what it is claimed to be and a TON of photos and a walk around video. It will go through an approval process and you will have an in-person inspection to finalize. Lastly, your rate will go UP!

@tarek3702 2 роки тому

Shoulda just bought a complete new one

@myspewedcomment156 Рік тому

Awesome video! The only issue, was that the guy comes from Massachusetts.

@tripmood365 2 роки тому

The Best 🤠🇫🇮

@jadvisioness 2 роки тому

How much could/What could this haul? I'm just doing some research for an idea I have but not sure if it's feasible. Thinking about a traveling clinic in some type of horse trailer or such. Thanks :)

@CreativeCadaver13 2 роки тому

Where are your spare wheels? Not on the back, not on the top, not in the bathroom....Where?! Love your narration / explanation, rationale(s). Great vid. Thank you.