Stealth Step Van TOUR - FedEx Truck Converted into Tiny Home
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2 роки томуJohn did a fantastic job converting this step van into his own tiny home on wheels. I can't wait to see it fully complete but this is what this type of lifestyle is all about.
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@JarrodTocci 2 роки тому
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@douglascampbell9809 2 роки тому
I'm waiting to see someone go no windows but have flat screens that hook up to external cameras to see what is outside the rig. you could do it for every side and just switch to them on demand.
@doratiscareno5856 2 роки тому
HOME DEPO... NEEDS TO STEP UP AND SEND YOU A HUGE GIFT $$$ CARD 👏👏👍🇺🇸
@undefined7141 2 роки тому
You suck. This was my evil plan when I was state side. I hope this video does not do well for selfish reasons lol.
@undefined7141 2 роки тому
Oh let him know fellow bro right here. 18D boi.
@MarkSherry1 2 роки тому
Really should have linked his insta.........
@winstonwolff Рік тому
4 years of planning, 18 months of building, 4 years of military, 4 years of college, hundreds of hrs. Flight time planned. This guy sticks to his goals, no doubt he will make a good pilot and hopefully a good living doing it also. Excellent build on the cheap, makes some of the 100k conversions look like garbage. Kudos, keep inspiring and living the dream.
@wendycsargent Рік тому
I am super impressed! You have a great gift. I love your build! Sure would buy a truck just to copy your build lol.
@professormoriarty6875 Рік тому
He's chasing excellence while most guys his age chase women and play video games.
@markanton2349 Рік тому
Hats off to this man, a true MGTOW
@CL-yp1bs Рік тому
I look up to this guys planning ahead of time for all this. Legendary stuff right here, college housing is expensive.. i love it!
@vapeapetn Рік тому
If was single, no kids, and not married. This would so be the life for me...Simple!
@sactownism 2 роки тому
Home Depot should sponsor this guy for his build and his dreams of being a pilot
@jenikahall7126 2 роки тому
I agree 100 percent
@r.g.431 2 роки тому
After mentioning lowes I don’t know if they will!
@ohueys1 2 роки тому
Probably not after he trashed their lumber.
@kboxvegas5393 2 роки тому
@@ohueys1 Or they could use it as constructive criticism and not sell trash lumber.
@generalgen1542 2 роки тому
Heck yea
@Sassyglbeauty Рік тому
Only thing he is missing is security cams set up so he can see what’s going on outside! This is an amazing build!
@fullweezy3553 Рік тому
Knowing that he is a army veteran the cameras are most likely coming. I'm a vet myself we would always talk about living like this but he actually followed thru on it
@goodgreatfreeforever6188 Рік тому
That's such a good suggestion! Have you seen those light bulb security cameras? I don't know if they'll use a lot of electricity cause they're designed for homes, but maybe he could use those cause they even swivel and lots of other features...
@MikehMike01 Рік тому
and a real house to live in
@symonejenkins5501 Рік тому
Is really missing a toilet
@Gadsden-rn2wl 10 місяців тому
Super concerned about the wool insulation.
@kristinrush 9 місяців тому
He seemed so nervous at first and I love that it was the $10 backsplash that got him excited enough to really lean into the tour haha. His whole personality came out at that point. I would LOVE to see Home Depot do something cool for this man! They have a brilliant opportunity here and he more than deserves it!
@zoenbuddy2007 7 місяців тому
I thought the same exact thing. He really just got more comfortable as they went along.
@novaremnant1 6 місяців тому
@@zoenbuddy2007 Definitely has a respect first type of mentality then the dude just started spittin lmao.
@phillipsandusky3795 4 місяці тому
War is hell
@Gebri3l 3 місяці тому
Same as a whore house @@phillipsandusky3795
@jameskarue5718 16 днів тому
Hehehe, was reading this comment when he started on this
@davecroft2991 2 роки тому
This guy is pure gold! I would pay him for van build consultation
@traceytheisen8067 2 роки тому
He really should start a conversion company
@yodo6414 2 роки тому
He copied this design, didn’t come up with it himself..
@motalove1968 2 роки тому
I would totally hire this guy to help with my build. I have a Chinook that is in the demo stage.
@Roobah 2 роки тому
@@yodo6414 better than Trent and Allie design, IMO... But he does have a much larger vehicle.
@LatinSlav 2 роки тому
@@yodo6414 so? what's the problem? using flowless and proved design it usually is what most people do! why build every shitty ideea just for the fun of it?
@jonweiss8905 2 роки тому
This guy actually convinced me that buying an extended warranty at Home Depot was a good idea. Dude has a reason behind everything. Well done.
@derekburm 2 роки тому
If you're planning to externally vibrate the thing for the next 3 years straight
@NathanShepard 2 роки тому
haha! Seriously.
@emidelemosllanos2438 2 роки тому
what they'll probably do is void his warranty lol
@marjorjorietillman856 2 роки тому
He’s so smart, therefore, becoming a Pilot will definitely happen for him!
@jamiedavies4545 Рік тому
@@NathanShepard Its Jamie Davies I live in the UK can you tell me that there's more than billions people all over the world and more than millions people in the UK that love living on their own and love having their own independence and love having their own freedom and love having their own personal space too just the same as me please message me back yes its true please Nate my mate.
@UntrainableWizard 11 місяців тому
That line about the sink got me. I see so many people with mini-sinks in their vans, but with full-size pots, pans, and dinner plates, that I really questioned how they clean anything without making more of a mess or spending 10x as long.
@jakereiland 5 місяців тому
Totally, as someone who lives in a school bus and started with a diy enamel pot as a sink that I later upgraded to a massive stainless steel one like his I can 100% attest to his statement
@crow2swann5 Рік тому
I admire the commitment and precision of this build. This is awesome. As a UPS driver and a person who has spent 30 years in a package car, I love seeing it like this. It's so smart. He'll get away with parking places no other mobile home could. 10/10 👍
@PaulyD0859 2 роки тому
He had this all figured out before he even enlisted. Used his enlistment bonus to build the van and will use his GI benefits to get the career he wants while living on the cheap. Brilliant!
@kathrynwitte3398 2 роки тому
I guess that’s why he went army.
@justinofboulder 2 роки тому
I have a ton of respect for the fact that he figured all of that out and put in the work to achieve his goal!
@iambear.6526 2 роки тому
hopefully the govt doesn't fuck him over again with the GI bill like they've done in the past.
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
Well I didn't quite have it all figured out on day one, there was a fair bit of figuring out as I went along but thanks 😊
@carllubrin8518 2 роки тому
@@justinofboulder hard work pays off my friend
@mre3174 Рік тому
As an actual FedEx driver the way he explained his insulation and not roasting in the truck made me chuckle. Theback of those trucks in the summer without insulation is insane! So it totally made sense to add so much insulation 😄
@M14Jeep Рік тому
It's pretty crazy in the summertime when the sun's shining through the windshield The cab will be well over 100° and the house part will be only in the '80s.
@mre3174 Рік тому
@@M14Jeep legit the back of those trucks are about 30° hotter than whatever the outside temp is.
@availabledark Рік тому
I just learned recently that delivery trucks don't have AC. WTH!!! @Mre317, just want to say that I appreciate you guys.
@mre3174 Рік тому
@@availabledark oh yeah! Some do have AC but they don't really do much since again no insulation to actually retain the cool air. But I love my job, I get to be outside all the time soaking up the sunshine, splashing in puddles when it rains and making snow angels when it snows.
@entertainme7523 Рік тому
@@availabledark thats just one more reason why delivery companies have a high turnover rate
@khalifleur 10 місяців тому
This build is beyond efficient. He did such a great job w/this. Very intelligent. I truly wish him well as a pilot
@krozareq 3 місяці тому
This will be fantastic for him. With his money already invested in this, he can devote more money toward flight hours, which are not cheap. Not the most fuel-efficient truck, but with him living at the airport, he'll make up for that and more by not having a daily commute. Very smart.
@umberceri1441 Рік тому
My favorite thing John said about his sink - just because you live in a tiny house doesn't mean you have tiny pots! great line!
@SnazzyRapture 2 роки тому
Does anyone else also think a FedEx van is the perfect fit for a 'stealth van' conversion? They're so ubiquitous that they're gonna blend into the scenery far more than any other van. Such a clever choice!
@royliber3824 2 роки тому
FedEx\DHL\UPS vans and box trucks are the PERFECT stealth vehicles if you ask me. You got tons of space on a reliable workhorse engines mostly and the best thing about it they can look on the outside like ordinary construction vehicles or something like that. If I had a box truck stealth van I wouldn't even bother to make it look pretty on the outside, just so I can spend more on the inside and still keep it stealth-ish.
@amyholley4331 2 роки тому
Yeppers. Except that I would keep the fed part on there as well. 😁😂🤣👍
@Cyborg1170 2 роки тому
Haha. He should have kept the full name.
@OddOzzy 2 роки тому
@@Cyborg1170 Fedex themselves probably painted over that. I'm surprised the whole logo wasnt painted over
@delorestaylor8114 2 роки тому
Highly durable and safe
@ThisOneDude157 2 роки тому
This is the first "tiny home" that I actually see being a viable home. They've always sounded nice and all, but this sir, this is practical. And that garage blew my mind. Truly insane build!
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
Most tiny home tours: "So I decided not to put this thing in and that thing in so I could have more open space" your house is 100 ft², you don't have the luxury of open space If you want it open space don't live in a tiny house! 😂
@robertrichard2322 2 роки тому
where is the toilet though?
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
@@robertrichard2322 I've literally answered that question hundreds of times. I'm tired of telling people. Go find one of the other hundreds of times I've answered it back in the comments.
@robertrichard2322 2 роки тому
Not that interested lol chillout pal... also you would have typed less had you just answered, not sure if you are aware of that, other people are going to keep asking
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
@@robertrichard2322 have you ever gone on the internet and told thousands of people that you piss in a Gatorade bottle everyday? Kind of wears you out after a few months.
@semicrazy.neverlazy Рік тому
If you end up going through compressors on your fridge, I found in my semi that if I put a layer of rubber like anti fatigue mat or livestock mat under it it cushions it from vibrations and virtually eliminates failure.
@M14Jeep Рік тому
Thanks for the tip.
@deballen6241 8 місяців тому
I love this guy. Smart, funny, goal oriented, former military. Dude is a catch. Thanks for your service! Wishing him all the best in life.
@jamesboyle_ Рік тому
This dude is very likeable and is clearly passionate about his van I hope we get to see it completed.
@davidlyle3912 Рік тому
I was thinking the same thing about him being likeable.
@devon_morgan 2 роки тому
This guy is such a hard worker, and seems like such a cool dude. I genuinely wish this guy the best, and I can’t wait for him to get his pilot’s license!
@elizabethmitchell2963 Рік тому
This is who I wish I’d married! 🥰
@priayief Рік тому
The resources on UKposts are incredible. People helping people. Wonderful.
@babybijou969 Рік тому
“Off-grid Netflix & chill.” 😂 love this guy! His build is genius on so many levels! 🤩
@Jamibaby82 Рік тому
This man is ridiculously smart, talented, and driven! I have no doubt he'll be a successful pilot, but I'm gonna send him good vibes anyway...his dedication is crazy! The perfectionist in me is highly impressed and the procrastinator in me is ashamed, 🤣😂!
@This-Is-My-Little-Corner Рік тому
Go check out his Instagram. He already is one and he’s killing it! ❤
@babybijou969 Рік тому
@@This-Is-My-Little-Corner awesome news! Thanks for that update 👍
@listenering 4 місяці тому
“The perfectionist in me is highly impressed, and the procrastinator in me is ashamed.” Well said, and my sentiments exactly.
@RamblinAround 2 роки тому
On of the best van builds I've seen. Nicely done!
@iwinrar5207 2 роки тому
It really is amazing. That's what id like to be able to do if I ever have the moneyb
@BurnCrushExecute 2 роки тому
I drove these vans for years. P1000s and p1200s. These vans SUCK! The engines are always breaking down. Brakes go out ALL THE TIME. Engine have no power. Barely can make it up hills. Walls are thinner than an old metal Coke sign. Tires cost a fortune compared to a normal ban/16' truck. Definitely do your research and ask any FedEx/UPS guy what they think of their trucks..
@mattbot5167 2 роки тому
@@BurnCrushExecute i guess you really do got to think about it
@truckstotractorsrepair 2 роки тому
@@BurnCrushExecute they can be reliable, they can definitely make it up hills just not fast. And the brakes probably just burnt out on them because they’re always riding them down hills
@BurnCrushExecute 2 роки тому
@@truckstotractorsrepair there's a reason the companies who use these trucks only drive 30mph tops. They're oversized golf carts with soda can thin walls. Go ask anyone who drives these, they're 💩
@Dnasty1 Рік тому
I’m not even done watching this but have to say this is the coolest build I’ve seen so far. Nicer than a lot of hotel rooms I’ve been in. 😂
@Christian-cy9sx 10 місяців тому
"before I started, I was 4 years deep into UKposts videos". I felt that one.
@zqzj 2 роки тому
Imagine building a regular sized house with this level of efficiency. It would feel like a mansion!
@DarkandStormyNight01 2 роки тому
Jimmy Tambo: I spent 2+ years watching and studying tiny house, motor home and stealth home videos before building a 445SF MIL. You can get the best ideas for storage, kit layout and efficient floor plans watching these videos and studying their floor plans.
@Legohaiden 2 роки тому
Shelves on walls, Standing Bookcases in corners... Maximize your storage inside and still look neat and tidy.
@jokaah7337 2 роки тому
I guess I need to cut back on my 60 or so Harley-Davidson t-shirts and dozen or so sports jerseys, lol
@g0d5m15t4k3 Рік тому
This. I watch all these tiny home/rv/bus vids and apply their crafty solutions to my regular 1000sq ft detached home. Like, my house doesn't fit the "tiny" definition. But it's not a huge house either. If you are good with space management, you can make a small home super optimized for your personal lifestyle.
@andreaswimmer6864 Рік тому
Man, we are so lucky having smart, talented individuals like him serving this country
@Krullmatic Рік тому
Hell yeah! Instead of those "woke" pansy snowflake soyboys who are embarrassing our military and Country!
@not_sure... Рік тому
Not anymore, this breed is dying off in the military.
@seheabol Рік тому
And cute
@zee-vc5wl Рік тому
@@not_sure... like half of the military guys i know are like this...
@mascarenhas9624 Рік тому
@@not_sure... stop.😡
@darlalazzari 7 місяців тому
Thank you for your service! My son is at basic just now. MY dream is for he and I to do this in separate trucks, side by side one day. Enjoy this free life, you deserve it. Love your design.
@yuan-leethorpe8676 8 місяців тому
Hands down the most efficient build I have seen to date. He focused on the right things!!
@rshanep5226 2 роки тому
I recently retired after 30 years in the Air Force and have been dreaming of an overland build. To help offset the cost, I got a job at The Home Depot. Now, I see this remarkable build and I can’t stop looking for parts at work, except plywood🤣. This guy has some crazy talent.
@pimpinaintdeadho Рік тому
That's a long damn time. And a fat fuckin pension. Congrats and thanks for your service. Anyways what kind of platform were you looking at for your build?
@krikri5815ggggggggji 6 місяців тому
Thank you for your service! And good luck on your build!
@mjb007bond 2 роки тому
"Just because you have a tiny house doesn't mean you have tiny pots" I love it. So true.
@Stupid_A_Scanbe 20 днів тому
Immediately after he mentioned being a helicopter pilot, I couldn't help think, this guy is a real life version of Howling Mad Murdoch! 😂 This was an awesome build and his passion for it shows👍 I'd like to also thank him for his service🇺🇸🎉🇺🇲🎉
@anonymousjones09 Рік тому
Absolutely loved this build. Only thing I didn’t see was a toilet but that’s a easy fix and this guy is very capable of putting that in. I know he said it’s still a WIP but the this build is hella efficient. Love the use of space including the underground storage (basement). I’m very interested in something like this since I have a online business. Saved this video for my ideas.
@johnnierichardson3289 Рік тому
Yes, I kept wondering about the toilet....
@leighannet 7 місяців тому
But there sure was a generic bucket in that shower… just chillin’ lol I’m not hating, I want to send him cash for the queen bed. He’s such a genuine interesting story & his creativity really came thru in this awesome video!
@SketchyPeeks 2 роки тому
Dudes honestly so smart. I was like “damn he wants to be a helicopter pilot, yeah okay” then I realized how brilliant he was. Thank you for your service!
@thetruepatriot7733 2 роки тому
My brother is a helicopter pilot... if he can do it, trust me lots of people can.
@dopeytripod 2 роки тому
HE'S A PILOT........................GRAPE
@oklahomaisok 2 роки тому
I think he could do anything he sets his mind to.
@es4628 2 роки тому
Typical liberal. Questioning someone’s ability purely based on appearance. Makes me sick. Wake up
@SketchyPeeks 2 роки тому
@@es4628 what??😂 first of all, not a liberal. And secondly, being a pilot is an extremely hard job and very hard to learn. My pessimistic side came out when he said it. Nothing to do with politics or being “woke”.
@collinmorris 2 роки тому
As soon as he started describing his plan to become a heli pilot, I was like damn this guy is serious about living, and enjoying his life to the fullest. Great job on the van, and thanks to the creator for the video!
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
Thanks, I only have one life to live and I plan on squeezing every last drop of Life out of it while I still can. This is going to be a start of my fifth career! Once I go from entry level to a management position in a career I don't just settle in I quit throw my life in the chaos and start all over again. I feel like I've lived three or four lifetimes at this point and I'm only 36.
@7thSonProductions 2 роки тому
@@M14Jeep That's how life should be, but not many think that way. I love the build, It's the best I've seen thus far. I love the bomber jacket also! Where can I find one?
@dancarter482 2 роки тому
@@M14Jeep Get Jarrod back for another look around when it's complete. Next time he needs to slOW DoWn and let you explain it all instead of barking interruptions. Building my bus again for the 3rd time - ground -up with welding etc. Used to log rotary hours on the weekends years ago 'til I ran out of ca$h and ambition. Thanks for the inspiration. Stay FREE!
@nomadsmg1 2 роки тому
Hell this vehicle could still be extremely useful if he gets pilot work out in the boonies.
@liabw05 2 роки тому
@@M14Jeep you seem like a really cool guy to know! Thanks for the tour 😎
@kaytoka717 7 місяців тому
Wow, incredibly thought out and well done build. So awesome to have living space and all the recreational gear. Only thing would add is some stealth security cameras outside so I can monitor weather, activity, etc. 👏🏼👍🏻
@glenchase1294 3 дні тому
I have also watched hundreds of videos over 8 years, built my own teardrop and then 2 sailboats. This is one of my favorite stealth builds ever ! Nice work
@nicolepringle3690 Рік тому
I’m a nurse and you have me ready to give up my idea of a dream home and buy a whole fed ex truck. Beautiful job and thank you for your service.
@mizbootsie8175 Рік тому
Me to. Will get a stealthy sky light though!
@livinginthenow Рік тому
@@mizbootsie8175 A skylight is a great idea! I know he wants to keep it stealth, but it seemed a little dark in there for my taste. One or two skylights would easily fix that.
@mizbootsie8175 Рік тому
@@livinginthenow - as crafty/handy as he is, he could probably disguise them!
@Masked_Official Рік тому
just remember, fed ex truck will be a target for armed robbery
@aisoaification Рік тому
@@Masked_Official With that double metal door and keypad entry I wouldn't be too worried
@MrJackassfan 2 роки тому
Im actually a Fedex Ground driver and this thing is cool as hell 👍🏽 Nice job very nice job
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
I'm actually had more than one driver comment that they I'd like to buy this truck so they could secretly live at the FedEx Depot hah 🤣😂
@jordan2735 2 роки тому
You mean ex round?
@reeblesnarfle4519 2 роки тому
I KNOW what you're going to be keeping your eye open for....😄
@deezel3176 2 роки тому
Same here man, I'm a Fedex Ground driver as well. He did his thing on this!
@kennethdrake7686 Рік тому
This is amazing!!! So proud of him. And he has clearly been a real trooper for our country. Thank you for your service and your clear genuine genius when it come to this!!!
@zoisbasis7791 Рік тому
That's one of the most beautiful and efficient van life I have seen!!! Great job from this guy!!! 👏👏👏
@nicknelly1 2 роки тому
This guy LITERALLY has his entire life figured out. I'm envious. Good on him 🙌🏽
@purplex_purple7717 2 роки тому
Trust me, he’s has it figured out since he got out of service lol
@ebarshin 2 роки тому
This is legitimately impressive! I love where John refused to compromise. He saw a problem and devised a solution he was happy with instead of choosing the simplest solution.
@CC_Marauder 2 роки тому
Improvise, adapt and overcome. *I know he's Army not Marines Lifes guiding motto that too many of today's rampant "why NOT me" world cannot seem to wrap their heads around.
@romancastro3253 2 роки тому
Totally Badass
@purplex_purple7717 2 роки тому
He’s marines. I know that patch haha as soon as I seen it Bc it’s mine lol. Damn this is sick.
@emailwells9557 7 місяців тому
Two doors! He is definitely military. He is killing anything breaking in😂😂.. This is a beautiful setup. I can truly appreciate it
@TheKidBigsby Рік тому
One of the cleanest and most efficient builds I've seen. Exactly what style I've been wanting to pursue a build for.
@robinwinkler9681 4 місяці тому
No toilet though?
@PrecYsely Рік тому
Best custom build ive ever seen, this guy thought of EVERYTHING. The attention to detail is great
@blackr0se Рік тому
that's the military training for you.
@tracat64 Рік тому
I agree he has done really well! Loving it. Has everything you can think of! Wish I’d done this kind of thing some years back but glad ppl are doing this it’s a great way to live for single ppl esp.
@fr0stb1ght34 Рік тому
This is one of the best. For me so far the best is a refurbished cheese bus someone turned into a house on wheels.
@DRIPSONE73 Рік тому
Except a toilet 😂😂😂
@rubencales9017 Рік тому
Big ass shower..no toilet?
@JoMaSaOfficial 2 роки тому
I love that he’s so proud and smiling the whole tour. this guy is everything 🙌🏽 love it
@GBA_Raspberry 2 роки тому
My thought exactly, seeing people happy with the things they've done is awesome
@heldanieves9747 2 роки тому
Where is they toiler?
@miketexas4549 Рік тому
I recently figured out why I love these specific types of video so much - it's because these individuals represent and embody the amazing American Spirit.
@edwoll Рік тому
Your skill in utilizing every bit of space in that van is incredible. Good luck in achieving your goals as a helicopter pilot. Your hard work and ingenuity built you a fantastic home on wheels.
@brandontalaro4721 2 роки тому
As a veteran myself, I know the feeling of getting out of an institution and having the freedom to go wherever and do whatever you want. Great build sir and thank you for your service.
@jordan2735 2 роки тому
I’ll never forget how strange it felt.
@ph11p3540 2 роки тому
This recent vet is definitely going places. He's creative, witty and very thoughtful. I wish him nothing but the best fortune and I hope he lands that professional helicopter occupation.
@michaelward_GoVentureFab 9 місяців тому
Awesome build! So much thought and talent out into it and it shows! Great work!
@savannahroland7133 Рік тому
This is a great build. I always think I could never have enough closet space in the van/bus builds but OMG that “Garage” storage you have there would be the perfect closet for me. Definitely saving this video.
@0BRAINS0 2 роки тому
This man needs to make a business out of this, people would be waiting in line for one!
@maesterdraconaskevin3585 2 роки тому
Especially for mid 30k. If he built it for 25k, he would make a good profit if he got a team to help reduce production time and could buy the vans in more bulk.
@CommoditySC 2 роки тому
@@maesterdraconaskevin3585 Lol mid 30k he said he has almost 2 years into it plus 25k. He would need to sell this for 100k+
@elegyking 2 роки тому
@@CommoditySC facts. lol
@elegyking 2 роки тому
@@maesterdraconaskevin3585 If his goal was to build these to make it possible for others, he'd still have to charge much more. I'm guessing he could bring his time table down a significant amount, though. The thing with Vanlife is it kinda has to fit you. It'd be difficult for others to deal with his limitations. (No windows. High emphasis on entertainment. 3 doors to get inside living space.) In my opinion it's perfect, especially not being as tall as him lol.
@Lugtastic 2 роки тому
@@CommoditySC That's with not having this as a job, imagine if he had time to work on it non-stop. Would've been done in a month or less easily.
@mibella6565 2 роки тому
It’s so adorable how excited he is to show off his build
@007nadineL 2 роки тому
That's why I love to watch twice .
@purplex_purple7717 2 роки тому
Marines take passion in the things they love
@maddieleigh20xx96 2 роки тому
@@purplex_purple7717 he’s in the army
@purplex_purple7717 2 роки тому
@@maddieleigh20xx96 yea I seen a lot of comments but I was so confused Bc that’s my unit patch
@dailytea6886 2 роки тому
Yes
@koriburgess1239 Рік тому
You can tell these are real men. They are total monotone in speech & all about the workmanship. They're definitely not home tour type of guys. I'm waiting for them to "grunt". A man's man!
@citizenplane5840 Рік тому
I love this guy, he has his life figured out. He sets goals and achieves them. This build is a huge accomplishment. And he went in head first. Wtg bro. One of the nicest vans I've seen.
@davesrvchannel4717 2 роки тому
I have been in literally thousands of campers over the years. This van build is so impressive!!! What a great job. Thank you sir for your years of service
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
What I always find funny about statements like this is that thousands of campers are designed so badly that a dude who watched a bunch of UKposts videos could come up with a better design on his first try with no experience haha 🤣
@rickjohnson6333 2 роки тому
This is an amazing guy.
@jamesnikki5 2 роки тому
Seen shit-ton of Van tours and this is for sure a fucking masterpiece in the works! The dude built a legit mini loft in a "generic-invisible" step van, not only that he did not forgot the common sense in the process as 80% of the van builds do, well done Sir!
@vanPoll 2 роки тому
This might be the best build I've seen so far. Super stealthy with a home cinema.
@jramsey9690 2 роки тому
👍👏👍👏
@bicbic8557 2 роки тому
The most practical aesthetically pleasing build i have seen. Love it.
@JS-wc4xs 2 роки тому
One question, anyone see the bathroom? I missed it
@dianna3157 2 роки тому
@@JS-wc4xs I saw a bucket in the shower.
@cassius8409 Рік тому
Simply put...this is entirely too cool! And has opened my eyes to alternatives of houses, mortgages, and that expensive way of living. It even gives the opportunities to be comfortable where ever I want to travel to. Thanks for the tour & giving me ideas on how to make life simpler & more economical. 👍
@lindapeters5497 6 місяців тому
I'm definitely sending this to my brother he just retired Army. I think he'd really be impressed by the ingenuity of this man. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes to this man's future plans.
@antoniovillarruel9413 2 роки тому
"you realize i'm gonna be living in a parking lot" is, I think, one of the most profoundly accurate things I've heard a van-lifer say. People have this notion that it's going to be scenic nature shots and views of some valley... when in reality it's a lot more of home depot and walmart parking lots. The no-windows approach is really the way to go for year round living. very smart approach and very well thought out build.
@chris-cy5ed 2 роки тому
You can drive anywhere you want what you mean my friend does this at the beach!! And around the country ...u sound like a hater
@antoniovillarruel9413 2 роки тому
bless your heart. I don't see how you got hater vibes from anything I wrote, but maybe you should re-read that. I think the guy who built this is a genius and was complementing the build. not only that, I think he's being very accurate and forthright in stating that full time van life isn't all scenic views. I'm glad your friend does have great views though. if you watch more of Jared's videos you will see he also says that his time as a van lifer had plenty of urban living and not just what gets usually posted on the 'gram. I'm always in amazement at what these guys and girls build. that's why I watch all these tours.
@LauraAbel 2 роки тому
The first 30 seconds of this video, this guy comes across really overbearing… And then, I realized, no, he’s just really excited to show people this brilliant build. Phenomenal
@maclac48 2 роки тому
🎯
@johnmaurer3097 2 роки тому
His plan for becoming a helicopter pilot was gold. No doubt he’ll do it and win
@fhsa7239 2 роки тому
When the video started i thought he looked like he gives out candy to little girls to get into that van
@lynnhamps7052 2 роки тому
@@fhsa7239 What a stupid comment...obviously recognising something in yourself I reckon...
@MommaARA 2 роки тому
Pilots have a confident A type personality so they are constantly mislabeled as arrogant or overbearing. He just knows what he is doing with precision.
@leafingaround6077 8 місяців тому
This build is genuinely beautiful.
@GavC-137 6 місяців тому
This guy is super cool! Amazing build, some really ingenious customs; he talks about it with a genuinely endearing modest pride. Fair play to him, bravo!
@kevicook Рік тому
John is living in the year 5000! This van build is not simply a DIY'er van build. This is the work of genius! You can tell that John is well versed in all the trades. The details! Rhombus drawers are not for the casual carpenter either! Impressive! Hope all is well with van life for John! Hope he got his additional solar panels too!
@M14Jeep Рік тому
Thanks! I did end up getting the additional panels and I'm approximately halfway through getting all my helicopter licenses. The rhombus drawer is even more impressive when you realize I started with no experience any of the trades and learned it all as I went from UKposts videos.
@jenniferd264 Рік тому
@@M14Jeep I’m thrilled to read that! Congratulations on your success towards your goal! I never had a single doubt! You’ll be the Coolest Helicopter Pilot out there! lol Your Van is absolutely incredible. Ya had me speechless 😶 😂 It’s THAT fantastic! And I agree, Home Depot needs to sponsor you!
@freeman-1776 2 роки тому
I did the same thing brother. US Army vet here as well. I converted an old wheelchair van into my mobile home while I also went to college for 4 years. It was by far the best time of my life. I enjoyed the freedom that I worked so hard to defend. I decked the roof out with solar panels. I paid no rent, no water bills, no electric bills. I got a scholarship through the University that I worked at and literally only paid for my own books. Could have used my GI bill but chose not too. I received my Bachelors Degree and if I ever go for a Masters then I will use my GI Bill. Brother you're in for the ride of your life. Now I live the fancy life in a flat 30 stories up in a High Rise building in Vietnam. I teach English here. But, I would give this up for the opportunity to go back to the Van Life again. You are about to experience freedom in a way you never had before. One word of caution. At night lock it up tight. Park in industrial areas. If you get a knock from the police, stay quite and completely still. Nothing says you have to answer them. Wait them out. They are far too busy to wait you out. I'm also a former police officer so my advice is sound. If you answer them, they very well could give a ticket as a minimum and or a huge fine if the vehicle is not registered as a motorhome conversion. In some states they might even tow your vehicle. So remember, You have a right to remain silent. Make sure no one can see any lights on from the outside. In 4 years I only had a police knock 2 times. Waited 10 to 15 minutes and once the coast was clear left and parked a few blocks farther down. Remember, you are free now. Stealth camping is necessary to achieve your college goal. It will do you no good if they tow your house. Your military skills are all you will need to live an amazing life of pure freedom. When I get back to the US in the future, I'm going back to the Van Life. Might even buy some property somewhere. Cheers.
@janchapman3746 2 роки тому
Amen.smen. amen. Yay van life. Love these step vans.
@nicktubara 2 роки тому
You are a free man. Merry Christmas.
@MaLiArtworks186 2 роки тому
I suggested to online van people to buy a few acres together so they dont have to worry about where to park and have enough room for everyone's vans. Plus later, they could build a building that could house toilets and showers. Maybe even a kitchen and Fellowship hall
@chris-cy5ed 2 роки тому
Give cops a great name man!! Thanks for the advice
@miker258 7 місяців тому
This is what made me go from building a cargo trailer conversion to a step van conversion. This thing is awesome GOD BLESS YOU ALL
@kairilyn Рік тому
Omg I love this! This is like a bachelor-sized tiny home and I’m living for it!!!
@soniaTX4387 2 роки тому
John is a great example of American exceptionalism: a smart, talented man. Best wishes for your continued success, John.
@pjpatton53 Рік тому
I agree. This man is genius.
@McDonaldsCalifornia Рік тому
I don't think that word means what you think it means
@murphtahoe1 Рік тому
Jeez, This guy knocked it out of the park with this build. Well planned and amazing follow through and the entire thing for $25,000. With his attention to detail he will be an outstanding helicopter pilot. Well done sir!!!!
@vapeapetn Рік тому
So true, he'll, you can't even buy a good used car for this amount of money.
@alexosow Рік тому
$25000 is a stealll
@phyrr2 7 місяців тому
One word for this dude: FOCUS! He's done an amazing job, knows what he wants, how to do it and when he'll get there. Wish him well on his journey! I'd say to wish him luck but he's the type who's fine without it :)
@claudiofagundes9502 Рік тому
What an awesome build. I'm so inspired that I can't wait to build one. I'm definitely going to use a lot of the same ideas.
@tonandmarc 2 роки тому
i love how pumped this guy is about his future... thank you for your service.
@markshoenus2591 2 роки тому
As a former UPS driver I have to say that these things are actually fun to drive, especially the manual transmission. Great build!!!
@TheRealSunshinellc 5 місяців тому
My favorite thing is his indoor porch and double doors ! Also I admire that I’m not the only one on like my 4th-5th year of research and have the honor of seeing this. He makes me want this kind of van and I’m hooked on a springer 😂😂😂❤great content. Thank you both!
@firefighterforlife6673 Рік тому
Amazing job John. Thank you for your service and fly high
@YourRealDaddy 2 роки тому
My favorite feature of this van is the unassuming exterior. It actually makes the interior much more valuable imo.
@MrWolfSnack 2 роки тому
That's how to make a proper wow factor. You see a crappy old FedEx van all scraped up, then look inside and boom, million dollar RV.
@SubToTripleThreatRC 2 роки тому
This dude has it figured out (including his career path and how to afford it!) A very cool conversion and his extensive research has paid off big time. I wish him nothing but the best. He's a great example of a willingness to make sacrifices to get where you want to go. My old school grandfather would be very proud of him. If the van comes up for sale, I'd love to get a chance at it!!!
@paulortiz2035 2 роки тому
"...of a willingness to makes sacrifices...." WHAT SACRIFICES???? He lives better than most people, on a quarter of the cost! Other than a washer/dryer and a few other things, he is certainly not 'sacrificing' much of ANYTHING as far as I can tell. (Long hot showers, for two? A huge library of books, an easy chair? A fireplace or garden? Maybe.) But I have a feeling this man doesn't have the time for lots of things because he is too busy living a life that is already very, very FULL! Congrats to him!!! I wonder if he feels he is 'sacrificing' anything doing what he has planned! John, your comments, please!
@mae-lr8gv 2 роки тому
I believe the military shaped this man as it does many of men and women. Very impressive. way2go !!! God bless you
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
@@paulortiz2035 as far as the house goes there's very little sacrifice going on there. But as far as money goes what I did to get it and when I'm prepared to do for my low paying dream job this plenty of sacrifice. I've been debt free for over 7 years and will continue to do so even after college and that takes a lot of sacrifice.
@Doing-Off-Grid-Right 2 роки тому
@@paulortiz2035 Um, maybe I'm missing the sarcasm, and agree with your praise of him, but I think you may be missing TripleThreat's point. The sacrifices he made are how he got to do what you describe, so he could live as he does on a quarter of the cost and continue to pursue his dreams. He didn't waste the enlistment bonus, he invested his free time in learning about what we wanted to do, and then he devoted his time to execute on his plan in a way that met his finances and objectives. We need more people like this guy in our country.
@bassdivamtm Рік тому
Bravo on your new home and best of luck at school! Thank you for your service.
@shalas.6322 2 роки тому
I loved the practicality, the planning, the simplicity, the honesty. He should be proud. It’s comfortable and beautiful. The lighting when the door opened. The garage. Full sink, shower, height of the space. Well done.
@susanbeals7597 Рік тому
I didn't see a toilet. (May have missed it.)
@del.see.oh.89 2 роки тому
These are the kind of people I appreciate. Reasonable, logical and practical. This guy is going places.
@weedpuncher036 2 роки тому
no.......he is driving places😂
@cranexdragon1046 2 роки тому
@@weedpuncher036 soon to be flying places
@vonheise 2 роки тому
I watch a lot of these, and some look very much like a delivery truck, with the windows covered with louvered hinge covers to hide the windows and allow them to be open in bad weather. If I were younger, I would have to build one like that that was totally self-sufficient. My camper is, however, there is nothing stealthy about it...
@frankierzucekjr 2 роки тому
Amen
@shadae68 2 роки тому
Literally
@the_family_jewels9223 Рік тому
Thank you for your service! 👍👍
@AliceWonders22 8 місяців тому
Awesome build! Wow, he put so much thought and effort into this plan. Love it!! Always thought it would be so cool to live on wheels and have the comfort of your home wherever you go!
@torriebrown9607 2 роки тому
He out did himself. Amazing home. 90 gallons of water is unbelievable. Bathroom, microwave wood work is beautiful.
@texasgirl6000 2 роки тому
So true.....but I didn't see any toilet....only a bucket in the shower or did I miss it?
@claudiakarl7888 2 роки тому
@@texasgirl6000 Maybe he will still install it, he said he’s not finished yet.
@millimetreperfect 2 роки тому
@@texasgirl6000 that was going to be my question
@billywalik6411 2 роки тому
Placement of the WC and black water tank? Without those two items, all the insulation in the world, all 40+ inches of smart TV and all that extra seating, it’s my opinion all you got is a man cave on wheels and no windows!
@texasgirl6000 2 роки тому
@@billywalik6411, and what's wrong with that?
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 роки тому
Thanks for showing this Jarrod, John did an excellent job.
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
Thanks! Your videos are some of the hundreds I've watched for ideas.
@Frost-tb9qs 2 роки тому
Hi Patrick ! You’re my favorite.
@virgiliovidal9169 2 роки тому
@@M14Jeep Are you able to run your fridge 24/7 using solar? Whats the power source of your fridge? Thanks.
@M14Jeep 2 роки тому
@@virgiliovidal9169 Yes I have 400 watts of solar on the roof it's 300 amp hours of lithium batteries
@virgiliovidal9169 2 роки тому
@@M14Jeep during night time, is 300 amp hours more than enough to power your 12v fridge overnight when there is no sunlight recharging your lithium batteries?
@MarkWerner-Gillum 5 місяців тому
100% agree on the home depot Lowes thing. Nice job bro, I have an 89 chevy step van that ws a food truck, but I'm over cooking for people so I'm thinking of making it into a house. You've inspired me to really consider it.
@tinajackson8865 Рік тому
Thank you for your service and thank you so much for the video. Good luck on your new journey to a Helicopter pilot
@screamoemo05 Рік тому
I would love to see a follow up tour once his build is fully done. I’m super impressed by this build, good luck to him and his endeavors.
@kenkarg5054 Рік тому
I love when people have well thought out goals. It’s definitely inspiring to see what he’s done to that FedEx truck. Those two years of college are gonna fly by.
@ALCRAN2010 Рік тому
i wish his van was called Ex-Fed. lol
@elisacucc1967 Рік тому
First, I want to thank you for your service to our country!!!! To bad more people don't mention this to 3!!! Your an example of what makes this country soooo great!!! Good luck with school and your becoming a flier; not that you need it. This man is as OCD (Perfectionist) as I am. Thank God!!! Everyone makes me feel like it's a bad thing!!!
@meridethhendry5733 9 місяців тому
This guy is incredible! What an amazing home he has made for himself. He’s got a plan and he’s ready! WoW!! Very impressive!
@OneAzzholesOpinion 5 місяців тому
Thank you for you service, enjoy your awesome build!
@firehawkcolorado5150 2 роки тому
Wow!!! That was a killer step van… He really had some fantastic design stuff in the van. It’s really a stealth van…
@joncoda365 2 роки тому
As an old soldier myself I can tell you that this vet shows the ingenuity that is fairly common among military veterans. If you have the opportunity to hire one, you should.
@mtparkourartist 2 роки тому
I would look into their work before hiring them… just because someone is a vet doesn’t mean they are a good worker or good at their work. A lot of stupid people join the military too 😂
@joncoda365 2 роки тому
@@mtparkourartist Are you pretending to not understand the comment, or are you serious?
@purplex_purple7717 2 роки тому
He had his wings, definitely knows what to do
@monicasilvs4084 2 роки тому
Awesome!!!
@thatportlandguy8593 2 роки тому
@@purplex_purple7717 Seems odd he'd be going to college to fly helicopters. If he earned his wings he'd already have a license. Also dude does not look old enough to be Army "retired" (20 years). I'm sure he was in, but not retired nor a pilot.
@rebel6756 Рік тому
I would definitely want this guy to build me one. One of the best builds I have ever seen. Great job!!! Thank you for your service also!
@dilligafvirginia2469 8 місяців тому
Super badass build. Definitely put HOURS of thought into it. Kudos
@kingsmustrise 2 роки тому
jeez, like an actual apartment in that thing
@hazztv6317 2 роки тому
The best thing is that is private, no one will know!
@iComplainer 2 роки тому
@@hazztv6317 100% sleeper
@spider0804 Рік тому
The first microhome that I feel would be enough space to live normally. Amazing build.
@suzisharp132 Рік тому
Thank you for your service, Sir!!
@lizahermandez57 9 місяців тому
Great job ! Thank you for your service.
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