DIY ‘90s VAN to MODERN TINY HOME... The Entire Build

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Жыл бұрын

In this video I buy this old 1990 Chevy G20 conversion van and transform it into a modern, handmade, luxurious camper van complete with a hidden tv, sink, fridge, maple cabinets, vinyl floor, cedar ceiling, pot lights, neon lights and retractable barbeque. This detailed build video outlines the entire building process complete with narration and full explanation of each step. Then I take my new camper van on a camping trip in the Canadian wilderness.
The entire livable van build cost $7000 CAD in renovations, plus $6000 for the van itself.
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@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I put my heart and soul into this one and have some really cool stuff coming up this year so feel free to subscribe. I'll also be doing some merch giveaways coming up in the next few weeks on my instagram @drewbuildsstuff so give it a follow if you like free stuff.

@sassyd8738 Жыл бұрын

That was so Beautifully made and very cool as well

@carewilliams6393 Жыл бұрын

I honestly think it looks amazing fair play only thing I would add are curtains or blinds so they don’t look like van windows inside hun x

@philipludlam6970 Жыл бұрын

Amazing, very clever guy loved every second, it is amazing

@domlecompte2415 Жыл бұрын

You have my kind of comedy

@thebestfornow7735 Жыл бұрын

Iron is said like I-on in South Africa

@qena Жыл бұрын

I just watched a 1h17 minute van build in one sitting. That’s not an easy thing to pull off without being boring. I can’t even watch a tv show without pulling out a phone. Well done man…really

@momokhi87 Жыл бұрын

I just realized the same thing! Awesome video thank you

@balthazarquinn 11 ай бұрын

Same! 😂

@whotf888 11 ай бұрын

*and with my attention span being that of a guinea pig

@phoenixrising5640 11 ай бұрын

Same. I was very intrigued 😂 but this is definitely a dream of mine so it makes since.

@NewSkiwi 11 ай бұрын

Agreed!

@DonMorte2 Жыл бұрын

The fact you've done all this in one video and not made it into a 40 part series is amazing!

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Is 1 hour and 17 minutes too long? Haha thanks for watching

@pigseye2 Жыл бұрын

@@DrewBuildsStuff not too long!!! Loved it!

@fanofhifi Жыл бұрын

@@DrewBuildsStuff Nope. Moar plz!

@SayNEThingElse Жыл бұрын

@@DrewBuildsStuff I would guess monetarily this would be better for you to break apart into several videos. Keep peoples attention span and have more videos to drive views.

@SHKEKEKE Жыл бұрын

@@SayNEThingElse longer videos tend to monetize better if they are good videos

@chrissywright4671 4 ай бұрын

Husband and I just watched back to back, tiny home build, sauna and the van! You now have two new subscribers from Queensland Australia! Love your work 🤙

@laurawalker4675 2 ай бұрын

Dude that is A-mazing. Good work!!!!

@fernandchristiaens5349 4 ай бұрын

An inspiring book with lots of ideas for a variety of garden buildings The instructions are detailed and clear with plenty of photos. As a beginner kzfaq.infoUgkxBE-xSmFU7PIaMFUmmhnFxE035s5svtxeI was looking for a manual that would walk me through the basics with detailed instructions and this book does just that. The book caters to both the beginner and more experienced DIY enthusiast with builds varying in complexity, from straightforward projects such as the one we've completed, to more ambitious builds. Absolutely on trend, with instructions on how to install solar panels, green roofs and sweet chestnut shakes - It's given me lots of ideas for future projects!

@sandybranem5322 10 ай бұрын

I’m an 80 year old great Grama and I watched this entire video in one sitting.. This just amazes me!! You are great Drew!!

@EdithWeston 10 ай бұрын

He is awesome 👏

@tahanang_pinakamasaya 9 ай бұрын

you can now rest in peace pops

@skylerwhiteyo28964 9 ай бұрын

@@tahanang_pinakamasaya it says "grama"

@peppermeat8059 9 ай бұрын

sweet

@kminnix2978 9 ай бұрын

Me too. And I agree

@Oragirl5826 5 ай бұрын

I am a 65 year old African American lady. I was watching a video on Crypto, somehow I landed on this video, I watched it from the beginning to end, do not know why but I couldn't click away. I have never built anything before and not planning to because I won't even know where to start. You are amazing. it makes me to want a Van like yours but I have to pay maybe double what you spent because I have to pay for material and Labor., maybe someday if I can save up some money but I doubt it. Anyhow I enjoyed the video very much I even subscribed so I can watch more of your video, God bless

@blaubarschbube4643 3 ай бұрын

Why was the fact that you’re 65 and african American important

@moniquen.torres9201 3 ай бұрын

I watched my first video on converting vans into mini travel homes by Dual Ex. Watch his videos if you enjoy these but watch DualEx. He custom makes these type of mini travel vans. The young man is amazing. Every conversion van, mini van, RV or truck. He can make a mini home on wheels. He does all custom builds & all his designs. The young man is an excellent craftsman and he's talented in multiple fields. I was quite impressed on DualEx work. The young man is pure talented.

@denicarobinson7154 3 ай бұрын

@@blaubarschbube4643why is it important to you that she mentioned it? Don’t be a weirdo.. nothing about her comment was disrespectful. Maybe because she feels like someone her age and race don’t watch things like this yet she did and found it interesting.

@marvanbee 3 ай бұрын

If I can go from a desk job in the tech world and become a carpenter & seamstress, I have no doubt you could learn if it's something you really want to do. :) Maybe one just needs to be more desperate for the solution or be so sick of the other stuff to the point of desperation... ;)

@hxdari 3 ай бұрын

@@denicarobinson7154Its just random amd weird to announce that lol

@lukeolson9338 4 ай бұрын

It’s pronounced eye-urn. This is the only right answer. Excellent build man! I injured my leg a few days ago and have had some down time while I’ve been recovering. Binged all of your videos and got a lot of great ideas! Please keep up the great work!

@darkkevind1978 3 ай бұрын

i-un... I'm British and that's the Queen's English... or King's now.. 🤔

@jac3271 2 ай бұрын

@@darkkevind1978exactly right 😀

@jameshowell7136 7 күн бұрын

Gotta love those "do it yourself " KneePads you put into use.....scrape padding taped into place in front of your knees!?🎉

@edgardbmedia 4 ай бұрын

I sat and watched the whole video. I must say this has got to one of the best DIY video on YT. Great work

@_Pictonic Жыл бұрын

the efforts you put into these videos is amazing

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@rand0mstuff744 Жыл бұрын

@Drew Builds Stuff I love how this video was taken slow, instead of the seemingly infinite number or van conversion timelapses there are 😂 Love your projects, keep makin your stuff! :)

@Stupidity-. Жыл бұрын

😅

@lawrenceralph7481 Жыл бұрын

Seems very expensive and a lot of work for an occasional accommodation that can be rented.

@niklaswendt6083 Жыл бұрын

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@bingus160 11 ай бұрын

Design, woodworking, electrical - the level of skill needed to make something like this is insane. Amazing job

@imreeori9603 10 ай бұрын

I was thinkin about that...Ridiculous....Hardworking bloke...To be able to do things like that, alone, at your age...WoW....Wish I had all these skills and interest...Respect

@bingus160 10 ай бұрын

@@imreeori9603 it's motivating in a way too, I feel like going and trying this but I know I'd mess it up haha

@darkkevind1978 3 ай бұрын

Having one long video is definitely the way to go. Fair enough, I did watch it all in several sittings, but I hate having to "wait until the next video" during a long build like this. Great work. Simple. Functional. Amazing! 👍

@qxrpminecraft 3 ай бұрын

we stand along my friend

@Betty-ww2wl 4 ай бұрын

I'm a 74 yo granny, and even I found this to be an interesting video. Well done, young man....well done.

@qxrpminecraft 3 ай бұрын

u aint a granny

@64offsuiter 8 ай бұрын

Longer creative content like this is so refreshing. This chap is so skilful and I’ve taken a couple of ideas for some future smaller builds - really inspiring.

@yhyhy 6 ай бұрын

We are a supplier from China, providing products covering agricultural products, food, steel products, clothing and other raw materials

@theresageorge5796 3 ай бұрын

AWESOME video. My husband and I have 4 adults/kids, and the 2 of us now live in VT, but also tour around in a 5th wheel trying to learn how to do as much as we can when we're in the RV - actually also in our home (huge gardener and homesteader). I could not tear myself away from the incredible quality, thoroughness and creativity stuffed into this one video, and I must have taken 2 hours to watch it because I kept going back again and again to stop and view portions of it. KUDOS to you, Drew. I can't believe the skill set you have, and we'll be watching everything we can from now on from your playlist. PS I am a fiber artist, weaver and knitwear designer, and it's just so reinforcing to see someone else's individual, core quality materials put to such great use. ENJOY your camper van, we'll probably watch this video again and again. So glad to have found your channel.

@gcpekar 4 ай бұрын

I once did a 78 Ford Econoline and appreciated your extreme effort to detail. Kind of makes me want to do it again.......but I know how much work is involved. This is easily my favorite of all your videos and have watched them ALL. Keep up the good work Drew.

@PjuskSA 5 ай бұрын

If you still have the part you cut out for the sink, you can make it into a cutting board for when you don't use the sink, and have it over where the sink is, very useful! 😊

@fanantsele4950 4 ай бұрын

Use it as a top cover???

@skipjames8437 4 ай бұрын

Totally. I wonder if he's done that yet.

@ExploringthWorld 7 ай бұрын

I've always wondered how long it would take me to find all the videos I would need to do a van build. Each step would be a brand new learning experience. This video is gold. Everything in one place, with reasoning behind various choices. Epic!

@yhyhy 6 ай бұрын

We are a supplier from China, providing products covering agricultural products, food, steel products, clothing and other raw materials

@terriffingtea 5 ай бұрын

@@yhyhybased 💯

@mduniverse11115d 5 ай бұрын

Awesome build. Great video.

@ianfisher390 6 күн бұрын

Drew, that was one of the most amazing videos I’ve ever seen. Turning a 1990s van into a modern tiny home is an unbelievable project. I can’t imagine how much blood sweat and tears went into making not only the video but the van you are an incredibly talented person, I have none of the skills that you have but just watching you gave me so many ideas, you have no idea. Thank you for showing me what’s possible, and for sharing your God-given talent.

@andreakerry3411 4 күн бұрын

She's a beaut! I had a G20 with an extended roof but I had a sliding side door. Had a full bed in the back and managed to live in the middle and drove across Canada. It had a lot of upper cabinets around the whole van and deep ones above the front seats. Loved her to bits, but traded her for a Harley. Those were the days. Thanks for taking me down memory lane Drew. Clever guy!

@ADPuckey Жыл бұрын

it's always such a great surprise to see these videos. what gets me is how casually you drop these - no hype, no drawn out series, just a sudden video drop of some incredible long-form content. I love it. cheers

@rmpawar1791 Жыл бұрын

What about toilet and bath.job done well.happy journey.

@jlisehrl Жыл бұрын

Man, this is probably my favorite van build video. All the time and effort you put into this is just great. Documenting all the little details of your build will help others make their dream build come to life. Heck, I even appreciate not putting a big power setup into the van with all the inverters and charge controllers etc, you just kept it simple so everyone can follow what you've just build. Thanks for putting out such a nice work for us!

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

@yhyhy 6 ай бұрын

We are a supplier from China, providing products covering agricultural products, food, steel products, clothing and other raw materials

@deonebergman20 3 ай бұрын

I like some painted and some wood the way you chose to finish it. The wood warms up the van and I like the contrast of the two. Awesome job!😊 Love your style and design! Brilliant!

@ceceliafetty5175 17 күн бұрын

The reconditioner you use to bring the shine back on your bumpers and tire covers , you get from the auto parts store, works perfectly to bring back the color and life of your faded exterior house shutters. Contractors secret.

@charbranton Жыл бұрын

Wow, what an incredible transformation! You really nailed the modern aesthetic while still maintaining the original character of the van.

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@johnmarshall2291 10 ай бұрын

Your video production is excellent. Your builds are quality. No ego or drama either. So unlike most KZfaq BS. You seem like a nice guy. Of course! You're a Canadian! Thanks Drew. Keep it up!

@sunshine3914 9 ай бұрын

Canadian! That explains the excellency. There’s another Canadian who builds an assortment of stuff from the ground up, & every step is perfection.

@knobfieldfox Ай бұрын

This is the best camper conversion I’ve seen on youtube yet. Thanks for documenting it so well for everybody Drew. All it needs now is a chemical toilet and a shower unit. 😉

@bojo2770 3 ай бұрын

I LOVE the kneepads! LOL! Pretty smart! I was seriously GLUED to this from beginning to end! Thanks for the tip too! Putting tape on the drill bit so it doesn't go all the way through. I never thought of that! It will come in so handy for me!

@exzisd 7 ай бұрын

As a Home Depot employee I’m mentally placing all the items you picked from your local store to my store here in the West Chicago area. It’s satisfying to see people do creative things and find solutions to problems intuitively even more so than standard building and repair work. I’m often curious of what interesting projects customers may be up to when they buy large orders.

@yhyhy 6 ай бұрын

We are a supplier from China, providing products covering agricultural products, food, steel products, clothing and other raw materials

@jwilcox4726 6 ай бұрын

Isn't it amazing & wonderful when we find out someone who would be our friend forever it seems, would really like & enjoy our company, opinions & thoughts, at the moment? Excellent. Thank you. xo

@HighTide_808 5 ай бұрын

@@yhyhyoh for Phucks sake dude

@nelson2095 Жыл бұрын

Your colour choice to have a darker one on the bed/couch area to contrast the lighter one on the kitchen area gives a look of separation between the two. Perfect. This is a must watch video for all of those who wish to DIY a van build. Awesome video and amazing build.

@BodyworkByJon 2 ай бұрын

Nothing better than a man that knows how to use tools cut and measure his wood

@ruiquentalmendes 21 күн бұрын

It is very entertaining to watch your work! My grandfather built a more complete camping van on a Bedford Van in 1960's. It includes a toilet, gas cooker, dining table, etc. The dining table collapses to become a bed support in the middle of both seats.

@lourdesgallegos7508 11 ай бұрын

I love the combination of painted cabinets and the raw wood look. It really helps to define the kitchen and sleeping area and I believe that makes it look larger.

@desmondludick192 11 ай бұрын

Well done.

@sunshine3914 9 ай бұрын

While it looks great, it’s not practical for weight. Probably gets 7 MPG.

@johntate5284 Жыл бұрын

Your best build so far! Your choice to paint the couch cabinets and leaving the kitchen cabinets natural was spot on. Not only was the project amazing, but the countless hours you spent on the edit were equally impressive!

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thank you John, appreciate it!

@codygrinnell8676 Жыл бұрын

@@DrewBuildsStuff agreed.. If you painted everything a dark color, it would have the effect of making the inside seem smaller.. the lighter colors can help make it seem a littler bigger

@kelcritcarroll 5 ай бұрын

Wow! That price is just awesome.

@kathyw.barnett5283 2 ай бұрын

Wow! This guy is a real professional. That van looks spacious & comfortable! Very nice tiny motorhome! Perfect! ❤ it!❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊

@rickhiggins6521 6 күн бұрын

I have to agree with what everyone else is saying positive. You are a great builder, videographer, editor, and obviously business man. I know you must be finding great satisfaction in turning out nice work and excellent videos that are being well accepted. More power to you.

@I3urton Жыл бұрын

Any other channel would've split this into a video series over the span of two or three months, and this madlad just goes in and does the entire project in one. Your videos spark joy every time. Nicely done, man. Love it!

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Haha I wasn’t sure it would be interesting enough if I split it up, on the other hand I wasn’t sure anyone would stick around for 1 hour and 17 minutes!

@FreezeFrame175 Жыл бұрын

@@DrewBuildsStuff if it has an hour we can just skip/watch on 2x, if it's split I just lose interest and dont even watch the others

@maximuszastrow9961 Жыл бұрын

I think that if you split it up, you can get more money from ads an views and whatnot

@codygrinnell8676 Жыл бұрын

@@DrewBuildsStuff normally... I wouldn't.. but the build is amazing, and the price for everything is even more amazing!!! The only thing stopping a normal joe from doing this is the access to all the tools!!

@Kehsejogi 17 күн бұрын

@@DrewBuildsStuffI' watched whole thing very interesting😊

@1anita1m Жыл бұрын

You have done such an excellent job. Your attention to detail is awesome. I love that you kept the kitchen area natural and painted the lounge area. Excellent choice. By the way, I didn't realize this video was over an hour long. I actually watched the whole thing without getting bored. Great job!!!

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Definitely my longest video hah

@patty4709 3 ай бұрын

Your Mom and Dad must be so proud of you. I hope the van is in good running condition and will serve you for many miles. I thought you did an excellent job. I believe you might be a type A due to your good attention to detail. You have a wonderful talent that will serve you well. I enjoyed watching your rebuild. Happy travels. Be safe out there but have great adventures in your home away from home.

@74yodinosaur99 2 ай бұрын

I'm so impressed with your skills, and the fact that you left everything tidy and clean at the end of the day. Well done young man❤❤❤

@abundancepersonified Жыл бұрын

I can't believe I watched the entire video! You did an amazing job. I had no idea what it truly takes to build out a van from scratch. Craftsmanship at its finest.

@kai928 Жыл бұрын

Same. I'm not really into van builds, but surprisingly, after clicking this video, I watched from start to finish.

@FearEeatsTheSoul 11 ай бұрын

I’m 41 years old, and done all kinds of Work. Your finish work on this VAN is absolutely beautiful work. The attention to detail does not go unnoticed. Excellent Job on this VAN. People have always called me a perfectionist, and sometimes it annoys others, but I refuse to cut corners on finish work. It just looks that much nicer when you’re done. Again, great Work & Video! Subbed!

@seniorLu48 4 ай бұрын

This is the best video of a van DIY conversion I have ever seen, yes perhaps you put in some expensive woods but over all you made it look magnificent. You have very good finish carpenter skills. Gracias.

@Diorella_scent 6 күн бұрын

Wowza! I’ve just watched this from start to finish and loved it. I would love something like this, but lack the skills and physical strength to do so myself. It must be so satisfying. It’s actually made me miss my Dad and brother who were taken far too young, as they would have helped me achieve something like this for me and my two cats. Thank you for taking the time to share your skills and your summer home on wheels. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺 🇦🇺

@BP-xe7dw Жыл бұрын

I must say, one of the best videos on van building by far!!! I like that you actually understand that people watching your videos have varying skills and technical understanding, yet you offer knowledge for the whole spectrum. On the top of that, you filmed everything so beautifully. Bravo and kudos to you. Love the knee pads.

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Yes I try to keep my videos simple enough that the average person could tackle the build if they wanted. My tool collection keeps growing so it gets a little harder to do each time

@Giitzerland 4 ай бұрын

A nice measured use of entertaining narration with some sneaky innuendo, active learning, skilled labor, useful information, and ambition, who can't appreciate that?! Good job, imo.

@patcharalimpattarakul239 2 ай бұрын

Wonderful well done !!!, good job.

@63801170 14 күн бұрын

Your real secret in your projects I think would be your "planning", which I'm sure takes a good amount of thinking, calculating and drawing up. Then you seem to have the skill of precision. A lot of people can certainly try what you show, but you've the ability to get those numbers right and care to do so! It makes a huge difference in final results if all your planned "numbers" and markings end up on target. Well done to you! You have the right blend of describe-it, do-it & show-it for easy watching instructional videos.

@jontaylor8447 4 күн бұрын

Reminds me of the old white van my parents had for road trips. Except it had a motorized back seat that unfurled into a full-size (maybe even queen?) bed. Had a TV and 2 captains seats in the back as well. I learned they sold it to a couple that wanted to convert it into a true camper a few years ago. Wonder if they ever finished the project. I like the look of true wood but I also like the contrast you went with. Beautiful work Drew! Be safe on the road!

@JimiQ2 Жыл бұрын

Dude, you are amazingly skilled. Colors you chose are great. The countertop looks gorgeous. Keep up the good work, I salute you.

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jakob!

@garyparkerson9527 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this as one long (for KZfaq), start-to-finish video. I can’t imagine a better way to communicate the impressive, 90s-to-modern transition. You’re getting good at this!

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary!!

@marvinrandolph3731 7 күн бұрын

Great job Drew I am a journeyman finish carpenter with over 30yrs in the field and learned a few things from you buddy you make want to build something I'm serious brother this was motivating

@Coker-Time 9 сағат бұрын

I would have painted the maple a dark blue to match the front of the van. Also would have used spray adhesive on the back of the foam pads to give better contact. Fabric can rip out from staples. Also if you cut a cover fabric to go over the board to give it a finished look. I would have used colored grout to give more definition & wont stain as easily. You might look at taping down the solar cables on the roof of the van. You need to find a way to add privacy curtains just behind the front seats. Nice build. Since you used a van it won’t be seen as a camper which keeps it under the radar. Only missing one main thing and that’s a toilet. You could try and build a box in front of the second door to use as a holding spot.

@sharonmobley8634 7 ай бұрын

Wow! Drew, you can really build things. I loved watching this! I'm 77 years old or I'd give it a go myself. Thanks for doing this video.

@BenjamintheTortoise Жыл бұрын

This was so much fun to watch... Somehow found myself mesmerized the whole way through. Your craftsmanship is stunning, so it was great to see behind the scenes from start to finish. Such a transformation, it's beautiful!! But I love that you kept the original door panels and seats in the front... Lol, it's perfect. Much love and safe travels.

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@user-my1ko6vu7j 2 ай бұрын

I just bought a 1990 G20 after 4 years of looking. I am excited to begin my own renovation. I watched this nonstop Its so entertaining, useful, awesome and wow I will use this video many times over the next few months! Thank you Drew Clever thoughtful person I wish you every success and great love!

@linwise7241 3 ай бұрын

My husband and I watched the whole video and were entertained, impressed and inspired. Lots of tips and tricks. Wish we had all those awesome tools. Excellent video! Keep up the great work!

@AzzaTheGreat Жыл бұрын

I got to the end of this video and it honestly felt like a tv series. Some amazing filming and editing skills you have. Incredible van build. I'm so glad you showed us the actual build not just the end result.

@renattaclifton7346 11 ай бұрын

The narration has it.

@gunsmachine5011 11 ай бұрын

pure true

@carolewarrenrealtor Жыл бұрын

Dude mad respect 👏 You got serious skillz ... really enjoyed the step by step video, focus on details, clever additions, and transformation all in just 6 weeks 😲 -- kudos on an Epic build!

@lynsettle5265 2 ай бұрын

Love your rebuild of van. Excellent planning and work, I enjoyed your comments ; which explained your thinking and actions as you build. Thank you for sharing!

@suzyfoster623 3 ай бұрын

I just watched the complete van build ...it looks so good !! Great work ..Thank you !!❤🎉🎉

@SuzyQ89 Жыл бұрын

This was by far one of the nicest van builds ever! You are so talented and your attention to details is very impressive. I loved your color choices as well as the sink, the tiles and the slab you chose for the countertop. The only thing I would have changed (if you were building this for me) would be having a slightly bigger fridge. Great job!!!

@misspattifromcali.6955 11 ай бұрын

I agree... And bigger TV... Lol

@user-up5el2tm7j 11 ай бұрын

Can you answer in more detail?

@SkyGuyPNW Жыл бұрын

One can really tell the great lengths you go in your attention to detail. And I'm not just talking about your builds. Your videos, the music, the narrating, down to the little caption at one hour in to this video. All top notch stuff. You're a great human, doing great things. Thank you for all that you do.

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Jason!

@paulinedrayton3847 4 ай бұрын

Love the maple finish with just the oil. Great job and the extra bed is a great idea for family. Well thought out. Love it

@johnczyczeljr911 21 күн бұрын

First off wow. Your fabrication looks professional. Like not like it was made in a garage. Your skilled. Keep up the amazing work!

@bunnobear 9 ай бұрын

The first video of yours I have watched and I loved every minute of it. You explain things so well and your patience for measuring blows me away. My dad was a great woodworker, he built grandfather clocks and used walnut veneer in them, such a beautiful wood.❤

@Lettusfarm 8 ай бұрын

I agree, I love walnut. The house i bought was partially decided on because of the walnut flooring lol.

@bpielow 10 ай бұрын

How does this guy not have millions of followers here and an HGTV show. I'm not sure why youtube suggested I watch this as I have never watched anything like it before... but I'm so glad that it did. This video was incredibly well done. Entertaining and informative. I found the video oddly relaxing and I'm looking forward to watching more when I can find the time..

@DrewBuildsStuff 10 ай бұрын

Thank you, appreciate it!!!

@MrSGL21 10 ай бұрын

dude i started subbing this guy a year ago and he had 130k subs then. now he's pushing 700k.

@milkyfishh 9 ай бұрын

Way better than HGTV! No fake deadline drama! Death to cable renovation shows!

@milkyfishh 9 ай бұрын

@@MrSGL21 Cause its good, no BS building.

@pitech4446 9 ай бұрын

His background music is the key to relaxing video. By far the best on youtube in building stuff

@dontlazerme 3 ай бұрын

only youtuber who can make me sit for over an hour and watch the whole video. keep up the awesome work!

@segrove 4 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed seeing how much and how you put it together. Seeing a competed build without seeing the knowledge and skill involved leaves a lot to be desired. Thank you, I subscribed to see more examples of your work.

@curm1778 Жыл бұрын

Well that is outstanding. Better than my build by quite a margin. One thing that I found really helped with having a barbecue (Coleman grill) sitting on my underbed drawer was a shower curtain to pull across the back. Cut down to size and trimmed with neodymium magnets, it kept out the cooking grease, bugs, and generally people staring into your home when you were cooking or just had the bay doors open. Easy enough to pull open as needed. I'm adding a pair of roll away awnings right now. One small one across the back (because who wants to cook in the rain) and a longer one over the side door. Both should make it real handy for rain water collection, too. Can never do with enough fresh water!

@retsub3 10 ай бұрын

You never know who or how many you might inspire by simply documenting what you love doing. By the time those wrenchingly beautiful ending shots came around I was teary-eyed imagining doing this myself thanks to Drew's inspiration and hope. You are helping people, my man. Keep going 🙏

@joystream 3 ай бұрын

Your vision is a thing of beauty. I love this van, very home feeling, comfortable, relaxing, calming.

@feizalkhalid3735 Ай бұрын

hi, I'm from Malaysia, a video clip that's not boring and I'm excited to watch as you modify your van to vancamper style. Not using a lot of capital but with a little skill can transform the interior of a van into a place where you can relax and travel to a quiet and peaceful place. I like to see the making of a video about the modification of a van into a camper van. I think you can modify the two mirrors above into a lamp that can illuminate the situation at night. Ok.. I hope you will make many more videos about it about something you made up.

@StormSong8 7 ай бұрын

It's when I watch videos like this that I wish I was more mechanically inclined. I went through a years-long phase about 10 years ago when I swore I was gonna build a tiny house. Thank God I wasn't organized enough to see it through, because I don't have a mechanical bone in my body. If I'd tried to build that house I'd be severely injured by now, or broke, or both. It's crazy how much knowledge, skill, and natural instinct goes into building things, but you guys make it look so easy!

@tagbon Жыл бұрын

This was fantastic. I don't think I've ever watched an 80min video on KZfaq from start to finish before! I think 2 different colour choices are good for the cabinets - kind of breaks up the interior and gives a "two room" impression.

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thank you, yes my longest video for sure but couldn’t make it any shorter without cutting out important steps!

@tjshine7444 2 ай бұрын

Great build on this van! On your power bank, you can run DC power from your alternator to charge the power bank up while you are driving to the camp site. That way, it's fully charged. Great job!

@angelamaggio-zabrocky6326 3 ай бұрын

Watching you rebuild the van. Love the gray sofa/bed and natural tone kitchen cabinets. Your wood counter top is beautiful, love the finish.

@b00573d Жыл бұрын

Great tiny home build! Not sure if anyone else has mentioned, but that supply wire from the battery to the 12v fuse panel may be a bit undersized for all of your 12v accessories. You may want to keep an eye on it!

@sliver37 Жыл бұрын

Definitely, I'd go with 8 - 10 gauge for the fuse panel and depending how much of a pain it is to replace the fuses in the power supply, I'd add an inline fuse smaller than the one in the power supply, so it ideally blows first and is easier to replace.

@Zeldalou42377 9 ай бұрын

You really manage to make an hour plus video easy to watch and stay engaging. I learned a few things from this that I'll apply at home to my IKEA 'as-is' section finds! I will say that I use an electric turkey carving knife when I cut foam cushions and that works well, too.

@mannys4036 2 ай бұрын

Most amazing and comprehensive build I've ever seen. The video quality and detailed explaination was as good as it gets. All I can say is wow!

@karenward5788 Ай бұрын

I usually don't comment on any of these videos that I watch, but I enjoyed your Van build. Thank you so much for this video, I loved the fact that it went from the beginning to the end and I didn't have to wait for a bunch of videos to see the end result. You have quite a few great skills young man. I love watching your Van build because of how detailed you were and how you let us know why you did what you did. I truly appreciated this Van build. Please be safe out on the road Drew, and GOD bless you.

@SouthFloridaWoman Жыл бұрын

I got teary eyed (in a good way) then sighed a sigh of awe as you brought out the grain in the slab when you trickled and rubbed in the Rubio. My goodness, you did beyoooooond, a GREAT job on this. I've been wanting to meet a man like this all my life 😢, &.... THANK YOU FOR THE HARD WORK YOU DID IN CREATING THE CONTENT ❤

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks for watching!!

@3vermor3 Жыл бұрын

Definitely one of my favourite van builds on youtube so far, love the van!

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@user-lp4rt7ks1r 27 күн бұрын

Amazing... Many young people are missing out on a wholesome lifestyle... God bless.

@susanalmario4605 2 ай бұрын

Your talent and knowledge is amazing. You did everything, building, plumbing, electrical, amazing!

@heidihill2361 Жыл бұрын

Love what you did with this van. The woodwork is incredible, and it's stylish.

@user-jd5fq8nn9j 11 ай бұрын

I can’t believe I watched this build for over an hour already. I love the meticulousness you out into the build, no cutting corners, every line is precisely cut and sender. So Sophisticated Look, a joy to watch

@aicarnie 3 ай бұрын

My wife and I bought an 89 G20 conversion in Vancouver about 18 years ago. We drove it all across Canada and then back across the USA. Stayed in State and National Parks whenever possible and lots of regular camp site in between. Had an absolute blast. We had to leave it behind when we left the USA. I miss that van. Great memories.

@elizabethbeighley7372 3 ай бұрын

This is the most practical n beautiful build I have seen thus far! Well Done! Happy Travels!

@joaobonsegno126 Жыл бұрын

Discovered this channel last week and it simply became my favorite one! It’s amazing how all the videos and buildings are made with such care and dedication

@DrewBuildsStuff Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

@litomesina9155 10 ай бұрын

You’re so amazingly talented Drew. You made everything look so easy, I’m a fan. More videos please.

@Archie583 2 ай бұрын

Awesome build, Drew. The lighting is ingenious. I am jealous that you always have the right tool for the job! Thanks for this.

@joecutro7318 3 ай бұрын

Drew, just watched your video for the 2nd time in one sitting. Your work, editing and style is very compelling and educational. Lots of work, carpentry-wise and video production- wise went into this. Not to mention the final project results were amazing. The design is simple and clean. Great choices on materials, colors and finishes. I wouldn't change a thing. Hope you put it to good use during Canada's brief outdoor season. 😉 Thanks very much.

@user-ys2ik9xb3r 9 ай бұрын

the efforts you put into these videos is amazing. The patience and time to do this is just amazing. Great work!.

@terrymcguire6478 Жыл бұрын

The raw maple looks classic. A popup roof so you can stand in the van would have been cool. You build some fantastic stuff by the way. Your vids are always amazing and a pleasure to watch.

@777cieloazul 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful! Amazing skill and craftsmanship. Fun to watch. Thank you. ❤

@rafaelortiz1187 Ай бұрын

Congratulations 🎉 I couldn't stop watching the whole video. Your van is awesome 😎 Hope you enjoy it a lot. Best regards from Mexico

@rajarshibag3833 8 ай бұрын

Binge watching your videos is like therapy..1h 17 minutes of Soothing video..The simplicity, funky yet Soothing background music, Simple yet Crisp and Soothing voice over... everything was just perfect..At some point it felt like These 1h17 minutes were far better than watching a movie... Amazing ❤️❤️❤️

@citolim1 Жыл бұрын

You deserve millions of views. I have watched too many conversion builds but never finished them. This is the first time I have watched till the end. The quality of your video, the narration and just everything in it is so good. I am a subscriber now 🤗

@rajandseema123 2 ай бұрын

Hands down I ve watched lots of van build videos. This is one of the best videos on KZfaq. Simple, well explained, informative and can be done by the everyday guy..