5th Gen 4Runner Camper Tour - How Am I Living Out of It?

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4 жыл бұрын

Now that I have traveled and lived out of my Toyota 4Runner for months I wanted to give you a tour. This is how I have been living out of it for quite a while now with no big changes since I've settled into things.
Nothing is staged for display to make things look more roomy or neater for that perfect Instgram shot or anything so enjoy the honesty in this one.
My build video:
• 2017 4Runner Camper Bu...
Tina's Instagram: / wo_ist_tina
My Instagram: / jaywandersout
SUV RVing store: kamchatkagear.com/
Lists of most of my gear:
www.amazon.com/shop/jaywander...
Affiliate links of gear:
--Gear Mentioned in Video
OUTSIDE:
Auto Ventshade 94242 Original Ventvisor Side Window Deflector - amzn.to/37L2Ik5
100 Watt 12 Volts Portable Solar Panel Foldable - amzn.to/2El3V5Y
FRONT SEAT:
Car Seat Pockets PU Leather Car Console Side Organizer - amzn.to/2QZtjmO
Reliance Products Aqua-Pak 5 Gallon Rigid Water Container - amzn.to/39QsW6C
WeatherTech TS0081 TechShade Windshield Sunshade - amzn.to/39PMmZw
Lock'er Down Console Safe - amzn.to/2Elg2ju
resqme Seatbelt Cutter and Window Glass Breaker - amzn.to/2QGaiXF
BACK SEAT:
JACO HangPro Car Seat Organizer - amzn.to/2N4Jv5i
Alpicool C22 Portable Refrigerator 23 Quart - amzn.to/2CHjEuF
KingCamp Ultralight Compact Folding Table - amzn.to/35BhAjN
G4Free Upgraded Lightweight Portable Camping Chair - amzn.to/2T5aS2E
Power Practical Luminoodle Color - Color Changing LED String Lights - amzn.to/2H5FnPv
SkyGenius Battery Operated Clip on Mini Desk Fan - amzn.to/2s5Drlz
Ewarmer Hand Warmers/Power Bank 7800mAh - amzn.to/35xhWIc
BigBlue Rechargeable Hand Warmers - amzn.to/2tJGKza
D&D Futon Furniture Gray Trifold Foam Beds 3 x 27 X 75 Inch - amzn.to/37T4Syt
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol Small - 10.2oz - amzn.to/2Ed4kaX
Universal Cell Phone Holder, ZTON Universal Mobile Phone Stand - amzn.to/39Qi8pm
UCO Anodized Original Candle Lantern Kit - amzn.to/307RqE3
OdorNo ADU-2-4025 Odor-Barrier Disposable Bags - amzn.to/2NmCWv5
lixada Camping Stove Adapter 1L Outdoor Propane to Camp stove - amzn.to/39POdNY
GARDEN V PRO Telescoping Tarp Poles - amzn.to/2T5RD9w
Unbreakable Plastic-Coated N52 Neodymium Disc Magnets - amzn.to/2QXdmh1
Flexible Magnetic Strip - 1/2 Inch x 10 Feet Magnetic Tape - amzn.to/35yjWzN
BACK:
Sugru Moldable Glue - amzn.to/2N4C8e8
--Cameras:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V - 10.5oz - amzn.to/2Pkpl5q
Sony Alpha A6600 Camera with 18-135mm Lens - amzn.to/36Xte9K
Sigma 30mm F1.4 Contemporary DC DN Lens - amzn.to/2sNyCxq
Sony Alpha 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G APS-C Lens - amzn.to/2MgvAsi
DJI Osmo Pocket - amzn.to/2UhuAGm
--Microphone:
PowerDeWise Professional Grade Lavalier Lapel Mic - amzn.to/2EEwqLd
Video editing application: Davinci Resolve 16.1 (free version)
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@acatl33 4 жыл бұрын

Don't understand the hate. If I wasn't in debt and soul sold to the devil I've be doing the same. Keep up the great content.

@johnkaper1129 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, pretty cool how you made everything so practical and fit. Thanks for sharing, I especially liked your USMC sticker on your rear window. Semper Fi, my friend!

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yep, all the stickers on the window I earned so I'm proud of them all.

@middleway1885 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sweet and simple build... I'll be back for more! Cheers!

@krisg3984 4 жыл бұрын

A good tour and you have some of the best ideas I’ve seen. some never get around to mentioning ... wet naps, lighters and candles: we all need to stay clean, warm and a friendly flame for company

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

We used the candles while eating dinner! They make citronella candles for the holder as well so it's a nice additional purpose.

@TheKaffin8ed 3 жыл бұрын

Hoping to do my first night out with a 4th this weekend. No set up. Just flattening the seats to make a bed for now. Thanks for the vid and ideas!

@Lou101960 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice set-up! Thanks for sharing! Subscribed

@Everydaybackpacker 4 жыл бұрын

That is a sweet setup man. I would love to do something like that in the future.

@tinabeane 4 жыл бұрын

Great tour and tips!!! I follow SUV Rving too and really like his channel. Nice idea to keep that window breaker / seat belt cutter there. I keep it on my keychain but might be easier to access hanging up. So many different ideas I've not heard of before, very helpful video. I have a Hyundai Santa Fe so looking to convert that for living out of and camping. I'll check out your links above. Get warm!!!! LOL

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy his channel as well. I wish someday my videos are more organized like his are. Yes, the window breaker / seat belt cutter is almost a necessity for me and I'm always surprised people don't have anything in their car. Glad to hear you at least have one! Good luck with the Santa Fe. I found it's all about finding the middle ground between comfort and efficiency and only experience will tell you what things you need and don't need.

@MRCRUZER19 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice set up Brother. Thanks for the video. Semper Fi

@sydneereyes211 3 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thank you for all of the great tips! Stay safe!!

@stressfree9780 3 жыл бұрын

Do you wash your gloves after your done?

@AlanDampog 4 жыл бұрын

very cool truck conversion! thanks for sharing!

@wmpopper 4 жыл бұрын

Good to see Jay Wanders Out...Very nice cabinetry work well designed and functional.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It definitely is functional.

@dseyna 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job! Thanks for sharing all the details.

@JayWandersOut 2 жыл бұрын

Hope my example could help you out in anyway.

@bambihargrove6499 3 жыл бұрын

Man you have a great lil set up. Love the hammock lots of smart storage ideas too. 👍

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

I wasn't sure about the hammock at first since it looked so small but I love it! It holds so much stuff and I clip and snap all sorts of things off of it. It's great to have various things above your head when sleeping like a strong flashlight or knife.

@RoguePreparedness 4 жыл бұрын

This is an awesome setup. If I were single or knew this was a possibility when I was single, totally would have done this. Good stuff!

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

The small space is definitely great for one but a challenge for two.

@drivethrucountertops4709 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff! Congrats

@eliassipin8261 3 жыл бұрын

good stuff here keep putting out content!

@clarasmith1873 2 жыл бұрын

I like the lived-in, this real tours.

@joeschmoe4030 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jay, Appreciate the vid.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. I hope you found some of the info useful.

@kpboix99 3 жыл бұрын

Good setup, I like how you installed the solar wires with the pipe cushion and window guard. Subscribed!

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

That pipe cushion is so important! Park with that side towards the wind so blowing snow doesn't come in but without that insulation it'll blow right in. It also cuts down on wind noise when you drive. One time while I was driving I accidentally tried to close the window so it got stuck and immediately went down on its own and the insulation almost blew out. Saved it in the nick of time!

@clarkansas6590 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Good job!

@Sue-hippielove 3 жыл бұрын

Your Videos are awesome always

@KevinSmith-wr1sy 2 жыл бұрын

It's insane how much stuff you got in your 4runner!

@idantheman1354 2 жыл бұрын

Great setup

@rshoemaker61 4 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Jay. Hope to be retired soon and start traveling also although we will be living out of our 19 foot travel trailer. ATB

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Still a lot of places for a 19' trailer. I'm currently at Buffalo Gap National Grasslands camped near the ledge. Beautiful out here. There are a bunch if huge campers near me and along the ledge.

@livindalife5356 4 жыл бұрын

Terrific detailed video, Jay. You look a very young 47. How can you handle the cold? Have you ever tried a 12 volt electric blanket? I give you credit. Keep up the good job and keep it coming.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Lots of blankets, that's the key. Normal electric blankets use up a LOT of electricity so I looked at infrared ones that aren't nearly as warm but even those take up way too much. Lots of blankets work fine though. If things got severe I still had my 20 degree backpacking quilt to toss on top of everything but even down to 7F I haven't had to resort to that.

@MYTV808 3 жыл бұрын

I love 4runner🥰

@maryleonard6381 4 жыл бұрын

Okay it’s time to head to Florida! I think you need to keep warmer, because you mentioned how cold you could get or how cold it was several times. Head south young man!

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

haha! That's the plan someday. Driving to the very end of Key West is one of my goals.

@user-cl2es9iu1j 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome setup! Solar video would be great. Thanks from Oklahoma.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It's been working out well so far. I had JB Weld for wood with me for in field repairs but I have yet to need it. Here's my video for my solar set up: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJ2Tp8h9rMfUeKs.html

@laurenbouchie02 4 жыл бұрын

That's a lot of things but great job organizing it or semi organizing it!!

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

I'll organize things thinking I use something more often and some things not often but a week later I'll need those not often things and things get switched around. I'm still learning and I'll get it down some day.

@sawyerramos3113 3 жыл бұрын

I have that truck, and the third gen, I love then, did i also mention I love the T4R?

@juniorchup 3 жыл бұрын

I thought the magnets where oreos on the roof.... Jejejejej, love your car, i hace a toyota 4runner 3rd gen 1997 hopefully will start pimping her out.... Pura Vida from Costa Rica

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! I didn't think about the Oreos thing until you mentioned it but they totally do. I still use those things all the time. I even hang my keys from them. I even tied a wire bread bag tie onto a USB cable and use the magnets to hold them up now and then quickly and easily. I originally bought them to hold up mosquito netting over the back door when open but I haven't done that yet.

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah have fun getting your 4runner ready!

@michael-tn1wn 4 жыл бұрын

Jay, Just found your channel, what an awesome video! I hope you’re staying warm tonight. What an interesting life you have! Do you have a philosophy of life you live by/ do you have any advice for a guy who feels a little misplaced in the world?

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Misplaced in the world is tough. I felt it as well and getting away to nothing was one of my strategies to deal with it. One of my philosophies is a common one, don't focus on anything you can't control. A lot of people tend to do this a lot and it's a stress spiral since nothing can be done and it just promotes stress which can manifest physically if bad enough. I also believe in the mindset of not saying "I can't do this" but instead saying "How can I do this?" Too many people say "I can't do this" then focus on it which makes them more depressed or makes them give up on it. Asking yourself how you can do it keeps you thinking of ways to go about it which is something within your control and presents as a challenge instead of a dead end. Hope that helps somehow!

@theskyehiker 3 жыл бұрын

I looked through all the comments but haven’t seen where you talk about the year and model of 4 Runner you have. I may have missed it. Thanks.

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

It's a 2017 5th gen TRD Off Road Premium.

@a.w.s.1827 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Got a lot of ideas from it for camping! Thought I'd pass along a few thoughts I had while watching. For shelving in the back, instead of going completely plywood, make it a hybrid and use closetmaid wire shelving for the actual shelves so they dont eat up much vertical space. 1/4" plywood (1/2" for overkill....with 2-inch metal "L" brackets to secure them to the bottom and each other) for the back and both sides would give more than enough stability and mounting surfaces for the wire shelving without sacrificing much space wise. For the top, use more wire shelving that you can use your netting to secure things to. For the shelves, mount them with the lip facing up instead of down to prevent items from sliding...thats a pro-tip ;). Use industrial style coax screw-on anchors to secure the shelving all the way around, they're much stronger than the closetmaid ones. I'd also recommend using "L" brackets on both sides of the plywood. It' makes a surprisingly sturdy joint if you stagger them so they arent directly opposite each other...and use the 2 screw versions (2 holes that go out...if you look at a capital L, the 2 holes go up and 2 holes go right.). So the joint is extra strong put one in every 4 inches on the insides starting at the edge, and then on the outside start 2" from the edge so they alternate. It wont move. You could then also screw a cheapish Rapdom style Molle panel to the side facing the bed and attach Molle pouches to store your most used items a little more neatly. That so-called organizer on the back of the drivers seat is driving my organizational OCD crazy.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Good points. One of the biggets priorities on this build was having nothing fall apart on me since I would be nowhere near any workshops to make major repairs. I also wanted to keep the top 3/4" so I could screw things in and have a really good hold. I'm actually glad I overbuilt things though after the probably hundreds of miles of bumpy roads I drove last year. JB Weld can only get me so far if something major broke.

@aussieboyzz 4 жыл бұрын

Nice Ega Sticker Semper fi

@hanzohattorri2471 3 жыл бұрын

I missed it and didn’t see it on your detail list but what did you use to back out the windows?

@mladetto7453 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and set up. More people should get out, travel, enjoy life and stop being owned by their possessions.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, too many are also owned by their social media perception of their possessions as well. It's nice to live free away from all that and the noise.

@jasonkim1100 4 жыл бұрын

Very very nice. I wish I could make the system like yours. Could you please advise if you purchased Bug Netting and Window Blocker or DIY. If you purchased, could you share the info please? and if DIY, can you please share the way to make? Thank you !!

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Bug netting was DIY. By using magnets on the inside I never have to take the left rear one off and that's one requirement I had. I simply used those magnetic strips with adhesive backing, stuck them on the window, then tried my best to smoothly attach the netting. Afterwards I made really rough cuts around the magnetic strips, enough to fold, then stitched them together with needle and thread by hand. I also epoxied small neodynium magnets on top to hold it in place even with strong gusts. The bottom is kind of open but nothing gets through it so it works well enough.

@jasonkim1100 4 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut Thank you again. Please advise about Window Blocker.

@dude0311dude 4 жыл бұрын

great stuff Jay, very well done and organized. You did an excellent job on the box, the craftsmanship looks really great, did you use plans or just come up with it from your head? thanks for the tour!! I love all the little tricks that you have done that you figured out through trial an error. My buddy lives out of his van and he uses a product called Eva-Dry mini dehumidifier to help with interior moisture, they have little beads that turn color when it's time to plug it in to dry it out. they are on amazon. Semper Fi

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Hey there! No plans, everything just came from my head. Yes, I have a bunch of those Eva-Dry thingies actually, a couple for the safe, and one in several large boxes with a ton of brass thingies in them. You know. wink wink. I did bring two with me on the road trip but my solar setup couldn't power them overnight to dry them out so I never pulled them out. I may reconsider them for just the severe cold nights though. The whole Virginia mess is crazy though. Good luck with that.

@dude0311dude 4 жыл бұрын

Jay Wanders Out rgr that, well you did nice work. I was wondering about that as far as having enough power to dry them out. As far as Virginia... meh... l’m just ready for it to be done, it’s been exhausting...

@danj4918 4 жыл бұрын

Do you like having the bed elevated so high? I have a tough time sleeping in the back of my 4R even with nothing under me due to lack of space.

@robertplant9694 3 жыл бұрын

mine was as high as his but i had to lower it so i could actually have headroom

@thinkinoutloud.1 4 жыл бұрын

How far south do you travel so you dont get too cold in winter?

@UtahNick71 4 жыл бұрын

Cool setup. I have a 2020 TRD Pro and I'm building it for camping. I really like the Kamchatkagear. Does that hit you in the head while driving??

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

I'm 5'6" and it sits about 1" above my hair so I don't notice it. If I wear a hat I can feel it sometimes. Tough to say how well it would work for you but an option is lower the seat a little. Maybe.

@UtahNick71 4 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut Yeah I'm 6'1" so this won't work for me.

@robertplant9694 3 жыл бұрын

i have a 1998 4runner with a build similar to yours!

@rdsjr64 3 жыл бұрын

I love my 98 Limited !, working on building mine up on ssdi so it takes time but it's a very attractive option for me

@hanshui7565 4 жыл бұрын

he laughs like every time he points something out...lol

@kategottlick3787 3 жыл бұрын

I love it 😍

@Adeline9418 3 жыл бұрын

@@kategottlick3787 me too! Means he's happy!!

@tracyk8311 3 жыл бұрын

it's an Asian thing, I do that too

@rebeccagreen7241 3 жыл бұрын

I like how you pointed that out...and then laughed! 😄

@StubProductions 4 жыл бұрын

What kind of lift is on your 4runner? Thank you for the video!

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Oh man, I actually can't remember the exact model numbers and don't have it here. Front and back are Bilstein shock absobers though with a differential drop in front and Old Man Emu 800 lbs heavy duto coils in back. I was considering the 400 lbs springs, and still wonder if I should have gone that route, but the shop I went to suggested the 800 since I was close to that in back and the 400 would have been compressed quite a bit. Lift heights seem so easy when you consider a car with no load at all but with a load it varies so much it's hard to tell how much it's lifted but I think I got 2.5" in front and back. The back varies depending on how much I have in the car.

@seldomseen2483 4 жыл бұрын

Whats your solution for condensation? I like your pipe insulation idea. I myself have a 4runner, just order the wind visors. Any ideas how to deal with condensation in a windy and rainy terrain

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Sadly you will never eliminate condensation in smaller spaces but I fight it with 2 fans. If I think it will rain overnight and it won't be too windy I'll set up my awning so I can open my window most of the way. I'll also put up 2 battery operated fans against the windows, one in front and one in back, and have the back one plugged into a battery bank so it can run all night. Other ways to fight condensation is similar to backpacking and choosing sites. If you definitely don't want it you stay away from lake or river side camp sites, stay away from valleys. Don't overheat yourself with too much clothes or blankets which results in you expelling more moisture. There are lots of things you can do but sadly I have yet to find a 100% solution for inside a car. If it's windy and rainy I park with the right side of my car into the wind then crack the left 2 windows and point fans out the cracks. Sadly that's the most you can do really. Someone suggested moisture absorbers but using chemicals costs a lot of money and the type you plug in to refresh them uses too much electricity. I gave them a try but they don't absorb enough relative to the electricity they would use so I left them back in storage recently. Good luck. Really I think condensation is the worst when it's below freezing out and the condensation freezes in layers on a window causing a thick layer which when melts just drips down like crazy. That can't be good for electronics and potential mold. During the day I'd recommend driving with the AC on full blast but set to warmer so you can circulate as much dry air as you can throughout.

@seldomseen2483 4 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut thank you for the quick response, makes me reconsider the type of sleeping bag im going to buy. Have you ever camped in the Midwest. Wyoming, Oklahoma etc

@francisngo 3 жыл бұрын

Been planning to being traveling and working on the road. The biggest question I have is how to have consistent WiFi and how to shower. I have looked at some hotspot devices but am curious, how do you find places to shower on a daily basis? Asking during a pandemic when most gyms are closed.

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

For internet I've found the better dispersed sites most often don't have any service or only a tiny bit. I bought a weBoost signal booster (amzn.to/3m5lREd) for just a cell phone to help and found it helps a tiny bit. You may have to look into something like that but one of the bigger ones instead since this model only works for whatever is mounted onto the cradle. I found if I'm somewhere where service is maybe 90% not there it'll give me 1 bar more consistently. Not bad but only good enough for messaging, not work that requires a constant connection. As for showers, yeah, it's been harder. I normally park with the right side of the car towards whatever road people would come from so the car can be a shield. I would fill my little 750ml backpacking cup with some water and soap then, strip down to my boxers, then use a wash cloth to wash my face then body. I would then use paper towels, dampen them with water, and wipe down since the soapy water would by then be mostly dry on me. I did this about every 3-4 days and washed my hair every 2 days. I just walk away from the camp site with a 1L bottle and Dr Bronner soap and camp towel. I would just bend over, pour a little water over my head, then soap into my hand and clean my hair with one hand. Then I'd use the other hand to pour water to rinse my hair. I found I can thoroughly wash my hair with about 0.8L of water. Not too bad but it's good to have the .2L extra to rinse off the hands as well. It's not the best way to stay clean but it worked for me even in summer with a lot of hiking. I guess it doesn't bother me as much since it's about the level of hygiene I got used to at times in the Marines. I think on my last road trip of about 50 days I showered 3 times. 1 time at an RV campground then 2 at Grand Teton National Park. All times you can just buy showers without staying. Good luck!

@francisngo 3 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut Appreciate sharing your experience and tips.

@gimme0dis0junk0mail 3 жыл бұрын

good job jay - share some ideas about parking and traveling. Subbed

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

I'll be making a "How I find campsites" video soon so as you wish! I've been dispersed camping like crazy all summer long.

@gimme0dis0junk0mail 3 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut do you ever do any urban/city stealth camping?

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

Nyah. The only time I do that is during a commute to or back home and there are no options. Mostly for those I sleep in truck stops, especially Pilot stops. One Pilot didn't allow it so I hung out, used their bathroom one last time, blacked out my rear windows, then drove to a hotel parking lot, jumped in the back and just went to sleep. I'd rather be in the wilderness where it's quieter with more privacy.

@Islhopr 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, well laid out and every space is utilized. When you were in the Marines, did you ever deploy on a ship? You're rig would be officer space lol

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Officers got real rooms. Funny you ask though because I did spend a lot of time on a ship and those cuts were so short if you laid on your back and then raised your knees up it would smack the bottom of the other cot! I hated that and knew my bed would at the very least need to be taller.

@Islhopr 4 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut cool deal. I spent 6 years in the Coast Guard mostly on ships in tracks with no room lol

@theoutdoordad7395 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done! Are you happy with the 4 runner as a camper?

@JayWandersOut 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, so far so good. I bought a cargo box for it, the Thule Sport, so my solar panel sits next to it loving the 4Runner. I got bigger and better tires as well since all that added weight was pushing the limits of the factory tires. Now I head into all sorts of places without too much worry.

@Homer2q 4 ай бұрын

Just curious is that tehe TRD Sport?

@saleen12 2 жыл бұрын

What are the window covers and how do I get some?

@JayWandersOut 2 жыл бұрын

They're Reflectix that I cut out. I then bought black put curtains then used spray adhesive to glue the Reflectix onto the curtain then cut out the excess. The excess I rolled over onto industrial double sided tape. This way I can face the black out when it's cold or when I'm stealth camping or face the shiny side out in hotter areas. You may have to watch some videos on how to cut Reflectix to shape. Mine aren't a perfect fit but good enough.

@phuturephelps 4 жыл бұрын

Hey man why don’t you get a roof cargo box to put more storage up top? You could probably free up lots of space from the black box. Also I’m surprised you didn’t do the van life route? I’m sure you have your reasons. This is the first video I watched from your channel. I’m always planning how I’d do something like this to travel non stop.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

I actually have a cargo box now but the narrower type so I can still fit the solar panel next to it. I saw someone have their solar panel on top of the cargo box but I didn't want that extra weight to damage the hinges. I originally didn't want one to as to keep a lower profile. It just look like an SUV but got the box for my girlfriend and I to travel. As for the van route I wanted a good 4x4 so I can go places vans couldn't for more secluded camp sites. I will admit I searched for 4x4 vans but even used old ones were pretty pricey. The 4runner has been on some pretty rough roads, especially Colorado, and I haven't had any fears of getting stuck yet. The TRD Off Road has the crawl control as well so I'm not worried about getting buried in sand at all. I do need to get a winch installed in the front but that's another time. Before I made my decisions I watched so many channels and borrowed a lot of ideas. Have you seen SUV RVing?

@phuturephelps 4 жыл бұрын

Jay Wanders Out I haven’t seen SUV RVing but i watched a lot of builds like four wheel campers and etc. I would do a similar build like yours because it’s steathy and minimal. Perfect for solo

@danielyoshimura3059 4 жыл бұрын

That’s a lot of stuff. 0.o

@mattthatsme8799 4 жыл бұрын

I feel like you might be the ying to Jason Kortge's yang...he goes high dollar, while you stay low buck but functional

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I know he has a business that's semi-autonomous so he could spend the money. I'm very fixed so have to keep things under control unless I can get a lot of side gigs or something. Maybe someday though.

@alisagonzalez4054 3 жыл бұрын

Jay have you thought about removing backseats to give more room?

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

The back seats are out. They are huge and even folded down use up a lot of space so that was step 1 in my build. The mounts where the seats bolt on also make for great mounts for the platform.

@sawyerramos3113 3 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut hi Jay, I have this 4R, do u have a video of when u took the backseas out? that would be something to see.

@renegade7493 3 жыл бұрын

is it just me or could you bounce a quarter off that blanket? great vid.

@cynthiasimpson78 4 жыл бұрын

Where do you keep your spare tire?

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Yep, under the back of the car. Before I got the car lifted I have dragged the tire a couple of times while off roading so I'm happier now.

@umarthemaker 2 жыл бұрын

Would people follow me if I built solar on a (2004) 4runner ?

@callmechuy 3 жыл бұрын

Why no storage on top of the 4Runner?

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

I went the first year without but have one now. Originally I wanted it as incognito as possible but now I just needed the space.

@sawyerramos3113 3 жыл бұрын

T4R lover here, but I wonder if the suburban is better for this adventures. Asking for a friend.

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

If you want more space a Suburban is definitely a better way to go. Maybe if you had 2 people consider going bigger.

@sawyerramos3113 3 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut Hey Jay. I just saw your video of you heading to Arizona, man, I wanna do this so bad, too! I love T4R too much. but yeah, its two of us. Im thinking of building a sleeper out of a utility trailer and just tow it.

@DemigodNSX 4 жыл бұрын

What is the net type thing above the driver and passengers heads on the ceiling called? Looks handy. Thanks!

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

I got it from Kamchatkagear owned by the guy who runs the YT channel SUV RVing. He has some great videos so check it out. He doesn't know about me nor that I bought this so it's not an affiliate link or anything. Looks like he's currently out of stock but I'm sure everybody has challenges these days. kamchatkagear.com/products/ceiling-cargo-hammock-net?variant=4089613156363

@DemigodNSX 4 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut Thanks man stay safe.

@alyagyzmova9252 4 жыл бұрын

I was wondering if someone could uninstall the backseats? Completely off

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Yes the 5th gen 4runner back seats come completely off pretty easily. It clears up so much room I highly recommend it.

@jotsingh8917 4 жыл бұрын

who makes the very expensive shade screen again?

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Weathertec. They started with super well fitting floor protectors then branched out. I had their floor boards for a previous car and loved it as well so they're a good company. Made in the USA too. amzn.to/39PMmZw

@MomCat6000 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the tour and all the ideas and solutions. But why do you have duplicates, triplicates and even quadruple number of the same items? If you got rid of all the duplicate stuff, you would have more room & organization would be easier.

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

Which items in particular? This was my first trip away from my storage unti so I'll admit I brought a bunch that I probably didn't need but I also didn't want to waste money buying things in case I did need them. For sure I have too many knives, flashlights, lighters, hand sanitizers, batteries, and camera equipment but any specific examples I can mull over?

@MomCat6000 3 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut Hi Jay! Thanks for such a quick reply. I started looking more at your channel after commenting and realized this video is from the start of your journeys so I'm sure you have sorted out the things you don't need. But there were so many mosquito nets, stuff sacks and camera tripods! Your videos are well made & adventures are very interesting!

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! I just traveled all over Croatia and carried 3 different tripods the whole time. Yes, I definitely went crazy with those. I didn't even show my bag of GoPro adapters! I have a lot of stuff sacks for backpacking and I actually had extra gear with me to give to thru hikers on the PCT. Before this video I had two 2 liter collapsible water bottles, more lighters and lip balms and 2 other little tripods. All given away. I really like having the option of having the tripod I need for the time so I guess I'll stick with it a little longer. I carry a smaller tripods for backpacking, a medium one for long hikes, and my big one for shorter or more specific hikes like the big one for somewhere with a lot of waterfalls. I actually had a lot of mosquito netting because I was trying to figure out some way of covering the entire back with the trunk open. Still working on that idea so I may keep the extra netting around. Yep, I need to reduce weight though so I'll reevalute items again soon since I'll be home again.

@MomCat6000 3 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut I’m thrilled to have found your channel! So many great videos to binge-watch! Really love all your vehicle dwelling solutions. I’m in my retirement countdown ... only 783 days to go!! Until then I just watch and learn and SAVE MONEY!!! I’m think now instead of a van, I want to convert a Highlander Hybrid- for the good gas mileage - yes - but also for the climate control that is possible with a hybrid vehicle! I might consider a hybrid mini-van like a Pacifica but I like the little higher clearance that a Highlander has. Currently I’m occasionally weekend camping in a Prius which is great for one person but I have a 90 lb dog. It’s doable in a Prius (just barely) but for a more full time adventure, I’ll need the room of a Highlander or mini-van. Thinking about a Highlander is what brought me to your 4Runner build videos. I liked seeing how easy the seats came out!! The 2021 Sienna is a hybrid model but it is way too expensive- even a used model in a couple of years would exceed my budget - and folks are saying the 2nd row seats cannot be removed without a lot of trouble & voiding the warranty so that’s off my list of possible vehicles.

@predpalina 4 жыл бұрын

I was wondering if you could actually have a hammock bed in there?

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

I would say no. To even hang a small hammock I need maybe 10 feet of space, maybe a little less. Even if you could find mount points there just isn't enough room inside.

@renegade7493 3 жыл бұрын

missed the rifle rack somewhere. :)

@Pandoraaaa408 3 жыл бұрын

Gochujang 😃

@coke3205 4 жыл бұрын

好车！！不知道你能看到吗？

@callfamilycircus 3 жыл бұрын

Why not just get a small funnel instead of using extra bottles for your water? 1 less step and takes up less room.

@JayWandersOut 3 жыл бұрын

The 3 liter bottles are perfect for filling a 1L from inside the car. To get water out of the 5gal container I have to open the passenger car door. I like it this way so I make sure the 3L bottles are full and I don't have to deal with the 5gallon for days at a time.

@andys6385 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a job while doing this ?

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Not really. Several people asked similar questions for my Q&A. Basically I'm single, no kids, no debt, and sold my home. I'm far from rich so am doing some side jobs to just supplement my income a tiny bit until I'm old enough to pull from my 401k.

@Vonzolicious 4 жыл бұрын

Ah ha. Fans... Thanks for covering condensation.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Condensation is the worst especially when it all freezes.

@kjohnstin 4 жыл бұрын

Uhhh.... wow. That’s a lot.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Yep. Didn't want to be in any situation where I would have to buy something which I had back in my storage unit already. Waste of money that way.

@kcwithoutborders1454 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jay, so cool to watch you vid. See my youtube profile? Mine is a 2011 5th gen. We got alot in common. We should talk

@andrespatino2761 4 жыл бұрын

It's a truck not a car. Body on frame.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! Yep, true, but it's the best of both worlds right?

@chingon_grandpa 4 жыл бұрын

Way too much stuff, and definitely not organized. However, the more the travel the more you will figure out what you need based on usage, or lack of. Organization is key when space is at a premium..safe travels.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Yep. I didn't want to have to buy anything while on the road when I had them in my storage unit so I took a lot. I'm leaving some stuff behind but bringing some other stuff I wish I had so it's a trade off.

@chingon_grandpa 4 жыл бұрын

@@JayWandersOut yeah, something my be insignificant to others, but it may be super valuable to you...trial and error my freind..voyage on..

@firstnamelastname9661 3 жыл бұрын

2 words. Zoom out !!! Hard to see the position of things vs other.

@Tlvang 4 жыл бұрын

The 5th 4runners sucks when it comes to sleeping...4th gen are better

@sawyerramos3113 3 жыл бұрын

I have to agree with this, even though my love for my 5th gen blinds me, the clearance is minimal.

4 жыл бұрын

Living in a 4Runner? Your parents must be so proud of you.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

They're proud that I'm living debt free and going on adventures almost every day instead of sitting in a cubicle.

@lexman5780 4 жыл бұрын

OOO Two things that’s hard for you to swallow: 1. That 4Runner has more value than your bank account, 2. That 4Runner have been to more places than you.

@lexman5780 4 жыл бұрын

OOO Two things that’s hard for you to swallow: 1. That 4Runner has more value than your bank account, 2. That 4Runner have been to more places than you.

@Trub90 4 жыл бұрын

OOO jackass

4 жыл бұрын

@@Trub90 Another intellectual giant who must resort to disparagement due to a lack of vocabulary, or even rational thought. Well done! Your parents must be so proud of you...assuming you know who they are.

@UncleFjester 4 жыл бұрын

So Sad, how long do you expect to do this? Do you have plans to successfully retire when you turn 60? Dude, you are homeless, just get a cart from Walmart & ditch the 4runner.

@JayWandersOut 4 жыл бұрын

Kind of retired now. I'm already 47 so close to 60 as long as I keep my spending in check.

@andrespatino2761 4 жыл бұрын

Who needs a house when you can travel the world in the best and reliable vehicle in the world. You can't go across the world in a kart. You can in a Toyota though.