DIY Astro Camper VAN TOUR - "Swiss Army Knife" of vans?

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Campovans Custom Vehicle Conversions

3 жыл бұрын

Taking over a year and a half, Joey built his 1996 Chevy Astro with mostly recycled parts. You won't believe how many bells and whistles are in this thing! Thanks for letting us walk through it with you, Joey!
Timestamps:
0:20 - Did you build the high top yourself?
0:48 - Planning the build and exterior mods
3:21 - Rooftop layout
4:11 - Custom bike rack
5:12 - Interior build
6:12 - DIY Lagun table
7:00 - Dashboard modification
8:24 - Bench seat/lounge setup
9:12 - Electrical system
11:04 - Storage cabinet/ladder
12:26 - Kitchen/Galley
16:35 - Loft/Bed
17:11 - Hatch
18:04 - Ceiling - reclaimed oak
18:16 - Garage
19:58 - Gray water tank under the van
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@jimbeam6969 3 жыл бұрын

My man upgraded from the Versa let's goooo

@LANZD_ 3 жыл бұрын

Oh that was the versa guy?

@jarod3371 2 жыл бұрын

Super talented dude.

@BriansLegitEdits 9 ай бұрын

Yo I remember the versa, very inspiring whip!

@bobscat-wj4ub Күн бұрын

was he joking that they dont sell broom clips anywhere because ummmmmm yea haha

@ATrainToAfrica 3 жыл бұрын

The way you are presenting this is better than any larger channel. This is as close to meeting someone giving an honest experience in person as i’ve found. I will spread the word

@CampoVans 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@liamginty 3 жыл бұрын

This is THE BEST conversion I have seen! So inventive, so unique, top class. What an amazing dude

@coryjohnson2486 2 жыл бұрын

Gagging yet??

@dylanallen7720 2 жыл бұрын

@@coryjohnson2486 🌽

@waywardwhippets2555 2 жыл бұрын

That dedicated sleep space is heaven! Currently Van Dwelling in my Astro Van. BLESSED

@coryjohnson2486 2 жыл бұрын

This dude is a straight-up WIZARD when it comes to creative building/fabricating… a Jack of all trades… and so YOUNG! I need to stop complaining about working too much and start to learn stuff like this. Like take adult night classes and learn a little about each trade. That’s my goal over the next couple years.

@donnabacon4681 2 жыл бұрын

Cory - that's a great idea! Taking classes in a trade school. I would love to learn how to weld; I have a rudimentary understanding of carpentry, I just need to have more patience when things either take longer and/or when something doesn't how's as planned. Good luck with your new adventures!!

@coryjohnson2486 2 жыл бұрын

@@donnabacon4681 thanks Donna. It’s very difficult to find the time and energy to learn new things outside of work, but I’m going to start this summer with a basic DIY class. Thankfully, there’s a school near by where I live that offers night classes for virtually every trade you can think of. I have a very basic understanding of carpentry as well, but there’s a lot more I want to learn. Good luck to u too!!

@donnabacon4681 2 жыл бұрын

@@coryjohnson2486 Thank you! Hope it all works out for you! Enjoy!

@CaliforniaBushman 2 жыл бұрын

Best Astrovan build I've ever seen.

@mariabetancourt6797 2 жыл бұрын

This young man is brilliant

@DHFlip18 2 жыл бұрын

You get points for having a Chevy Astro, extra points for converting it to a camper and mega points for putting a cool bike on it. Hello from a fellow rider in NYC. I have a Ford E350

@Britt4ny 2 жыл бұрын

1:17 that lawn chair made me laugh so hard lol. Well done! This is so creative for the tiny space

@prospectingron2.013 2 жыл бұрын

I dont want my 1987 Dodge B250 Campervan anymore, NOW I want THIS CAMPERVAN !!! WOW 👍👍👍

@nomadicbless 3 жыл бұрын

I am absolutely in love with the genius of this build. It's so functional with its own unique vibe--i hope joey plans to make more in the future since I won't be able to grab this one.

@bujaremini5621 2 жыл бұрын

Then Look german camper vans you will Thing you are on heaven

@r.d.ontheroad-1094 3 жыл бұрын

I must say, you have done an amazing job , and for a small vehicle, you have maximized your space with a very nice build!!!!!! My hat is off to you!!!!!!!!

@kayfabe591 3 жыл бұрын

Joey, you're genius...a real 'DaVinci & Git R Done guy'. TYFS this detailed tour. You inspired creative thinking for unique features and fabrications.

@65bucksmedia 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best designed Astro I’ve seen. Thanks for the inspiration.

@SimpleMeFPV 2 жыл бұрын

You could easily live out of that van! Awesome build 😎

@donnabacon4681 2 жыл бұрын

Joey - incredible build/design. Very impressed with your humor and ability to speak succinctly, using actual names of items, instead of "stuff". You could make a living doing this - for as long as you would want and/or as a consultant. Good luck in your adventures and enjoy it all!!

@KentHeckel 3 жыл бұрын

Sooooo amazing! I want more Joey

@lightdark00 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing as they are both on Instagram, I really don't understand why neither seems to have a youtube channel.

@Frost-tb9qs 2 жыл бұрын

Would like to see more videos from him

@lindabishop7656 3 жыл бұрын

I see a future of many more and greater achievements for Joey. 👍

@yovinada 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome transformation very functional!!!…😊👍❤️

@recyclespinning9839 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a large used RV , parked in my yard, never used accept to sleep in a few times , realized did not want to drive a bus🤭. Sold in less than a year. He made an amazing versatile , aerodynamic, RV , you can stand in , but can park and go any where. Amazing, thumbs 👍 👌

@josiahshelman2474 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe how much welding and different mods he did!!

@bigticket5869 2 жыл бұрын

I have an Astro build by Journey's with a 5" lift and 4WD conversion. I have not done the interior yet, but you have done the "best" camper conversion I have ever seen in the past 10 years. Kudos to you and your innovative designs.

@rhythmofblues 2 жыл бұрын

I love this van!! I have a 96 Astro UK side of the pond. Climbing, biking and paddling van. Had it 16 years now. Yours is the best!!!

@stevevanpelt4475 3 жыл бұрын

Best Astro conversion I've ever seen! Super functional. I love the hangout space up front. I'm currently working on a DIY Astro pop top project :)

@IAmAGiantDork Жыл бұрын

Hey I'd love to talk to you about your Astro pop top...interested in doing the same!

@wildmongoose7037 2 жыл бұрын

Totally love this van, this guy is so creative.

@EnginerdBrian 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing Astro. Great work.

@pwrfl2357 3 жыл бұрын

The light to show the water level is brilliant!

@richardhenry1969 3 жыл бұрын

Dude you did amazing job. It’s great working in a shop, always left over parts. Been a mechanic and welder myself. So when I say great job realize I understand the amount of work you did.

@Mattnoble80 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome, would be so sweet to take for outdoor weekends

@eriklittlebigg7440 3 жыл бұрын

Great job man!!! Impressive welding and fabrication skills!!!

@GreenLeaf.8159 2 жыл бұрын

Such a chilled, funny, creative and talented guy!

@thejackofalltravels8267 2 жыл бұрын

Stellar build. I am doing something similar with a sprinter to create a second bedroom

@tomrandall4871 2 жыл бұрын

Nice build! I especially like the way you repurpose surplus materials! And the thinking into dual ways of sliding countertops, refrigerator access, table top, hidden storage, gray water tank placement. The high rise top is the best idea!

@noelanicolon2506 3 жыл бұрын

Keep being creative!! You have a bright future!

@robertwhite9898 2 жыл бұрын

You did a outstanding job ! The good thing is you did your self & saved

@ZiptiesAndButterflies Ай бұрын

Dude, attach metal arms that swing the bed platform down more at night, and up higher during the day. Killer build. Have a blast out there! All the best...

@MrBagley55 9 ай бұрын

Joey, your a WIZARD! Gandalf would be proud.

@travelwannabe5392 3 жыл бұрын

Love the extended counter top. Well done!

@tatotata9756 2 жыл бұрын

By far the coolest conversion I see

@DustyCowdog 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I love the loft bed... that frees up so much space. I'm starting to think that you are a design genius. Nice video .. cheers. Edit... I wrote me comment before watching the entire video. This is a really creative build. Great job! I'm impressed.

@SeizeTheAdventure 2 жыл бұрын

INSANE build wow! Makes my Safari look like an empty cargo van 😂 would love to see more of this build!

@junmaekawa3564 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome‼︎ What a nice original Astro you made. Good job!

@chriswhite2151 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool. Best conversion I have seen

@joshphilbeck2977 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love the van. Very creative.

@VigilantnotMilitant 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive. So many clever custom features

@robinsouth8555 3 жыл бұрын

A lot of creative ideas, good job.

@frickinprana 2 жыл бұрын

what an absolute peach of a human. epic build, epic everything! hats off.

@RenoLaringo 3 жыл бұрын

These 3 don't do anything, but.... they're pretty cool ! I LIKE THAT !!! Very nice construction mate! Thank you for sharing your wonderful work. Grettings from another Astro fan from Belgium

@OIII-IOOO Жыл бұрын

what a brilliant and creative engineer this kid is. i envy people like him with so many skills.

@scoob5961 2 жыл бұрын

i use a chevy astro as a work van this man uses it for EVERYTHING

@GraeSkyeStudio 3 жыл бұрын

Truly a build to be proud of!! Excellent work and thanks for the vid and inspiration!!

@CorinneDunbar-ls3ej Жыл бұрын

Is there anything you cannot do yourself?!?!? Awesome skills set! This was so fascinating. You are unbelievably creative as well as ultra-skilled.🤩🤩🤩

@chip582002 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and an even more impressive conversion for one so young. Lots of creativity, and I'm sure you are gonna enjoy it. Keep on Keepin on

@happydays9613 Жыл бұрын

Lovely versatile van, designed by a fully skilled individual. In reality not many could do what he has, due to his knowledge and skills which have most certainly helped. It's a beautiful practical van, but in design his skill set has benefited him and worked out to his advantage. For someone like me this wouldn't even be practical unless someone could build it out for us. I hope as a result people just work with what is possible within their means, and are not put off, to just get out and about. His story is wonderful though. He could really help others to create something similar with his mind and make a business out of it. Thanks for sharing this unique story and van.

@kellypoulos8702 2 жыл бұрын

So nicely designed young man, ingenious! Travel well.

@steadmanuhlich6734 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive! Impressive build, nice use of the materials, nice adaptation of several things, and nice finishing of the surfaces shown. I don't know anything about the builder company, but now am interested because of this video tour, with its good narration and many features shown. Well done in all aspects.

@kathyhoodstock6886 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Such a creative design. Shes a dream machine

@davenik1999 Жыл бұрын

DUDE. Brilliant engineering, outstanding design, and beautiful craftsmanship. This van is exquisite!

@danwhiteman2529 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Build! Happy Trails

@desiswag907 Жыл бұрын

I like the light on the fresh water tank. 😊

@BriansLegitEdits 9 ай бұрын

Man thank you for like 10,000 ideas. This is the bees knees. Awesome work!

@kenya9540 2 жыл бұрын

Great van build

@FranksWorld1 2 жыл бұрын

Joey, …very nice build out of your Astro…results are unique, functional and impressive! Frank

@cortonolver5276 Жыл бұрын

I have seen a lot of van builds. This is one is the coolest and most unique I’ve ever seen. Well done

@FatHulkRideEbike 2 жыл бұрын

Really nice job on this van.

@beehappee2883 2 жыл бұрын

Well done!! Thanks for sharing😀

@itsnotthatyellow 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Top notch top. Very well built, impressive.

@MizzC888 3 жыл бұрын

Whoa that was hard work. Congratulations it looks great

@kayingthao5072 Жыл бұрын

He should turn this into a business. He is so creative. Amazing!

@spiritzweispirit1st638 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible! So much Extra Awesome Inspiration' Also Fantastic Videography Thank You!

@filomenaregan1537 2 жыл бұрын

Wow you did a great job designing your Astro.

@scotte9384 5 ай бұрын

Best Astro Van build Ive ever seen!!!!

@mastiffsrme Жыл бұрын

A stunning creation, love it!

@Eccentricjewelry 10 ай бұрын

By far the coolest van I've seen!😮❤

@paulasaarinen7023 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, so inspiring

@mp180170 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks My Man extremely well built camper BIG thumbs up from 🇬🇧 uk very clever job of the roof, absolutely love it 😊👌🏼

@sunnyfrank5391 2 жыл бұрын

I salute the creativity!!

@icanhearyoucanyouhearme9164 2 жыл бұрын

wow, fellow astro owner here, really wishing I could weld. nice job

@standsonfloor7497 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, Well done sir.

@chandracarol232 2 жыл бұрын

Really great design

@susanmboudreau 3 жыл бұрын

Very very very well done good work beautiful build

@harlanpatterson1959 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant!

@meninomichael 4 ай бұрын

Freakin' unbelievable!! What a genius! Thanks for sharing this...if I'm ever lucky enough to find a candidate donor van, this is what I want to build. Happy trails!