Mechanical Engineer Builds AMAZING Honda Element Tiny Camper

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Mechanical Engineer Builds Honda Element Tiny Camper! Meet Steve, a mechanical engineer with a passion for building and tinkering with cars. With a 2006 Honda Element EX-P AWD, Steve has transformed it into an impressive tiny camper, and we're here to share his journey with you.
Steve's background in car repair and engineering, including working on Rolls Royce cars and as a seaming engineer for Coca-Cola, has equipped him with a wealth of knowledge and skills. With his grandfather's teachings, it's no surprise that Steve knows his way around cars and building things.
What's truly remarkable about Steve is his kindness and willingness to share his knowledge. From vintage cars to off-roading doom buggies, Steve's experience spans far and wide. He explains why he chose the Honda Element and his plans for adventures, including camping at the Bonneville Salt Flats.
Steve's tiny camper is equipped with two Nomadic 180 LTE 180 Degree Awnings from Overlander Vehicle Systems, LED bars and lights from OZ-USA, and more. Inside, he's added custom USB ports, a power supply for his Amazon Alexa, and the full Fifth Element Camper setup.
In addition to showcasing his camper, Steve shares insightful tips for those interested in buying a Honda Element, highlighting what to look out for and what things to check.
If you enjoyed this video and want to support our channel, please consider subscribing and sharing. If you have a tiny camper build you'd like to share, reach out to us on Instagram, and let's make it happen.
Until the next one, cheers everyone! 👍
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@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

🔍 Considering getting yourself a Honda Element? 🚗💭 Steve's insightful tips in this video could be just what you need to make that decision! 💡 Who else is on the hunt for an Element? 🙋‍♂️ Share your thoughts and questions below! Let's help each other find the perfect ride. 🛣️💬

@brianthompson9241 2 ай бұрын

I would love to talk with him about his experience putting hand controls in cars.

@ghostring3624 Ай бұрын

This man is the neighbor you want to have around.

@dennith7907 2 ай бұрын

What a cool guy! Ultimate Dad vibes lol. Love the support he gets from his wife, amazing!

@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

Hi @dennith7907 👋 He's super chill and it is pretty cool his wife supports his Element journey.

@craigo2142 Ай бұрын

When he opened the hood and I saw how clean it was, I knew this was a man who would have a wonderful buildout.

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

Steve is officially going to be a reoccurring guest and show us his build. Since this video has has done so much more to his Element 😎

@pueblo1960 Ай бұрын

When I moved to Colorado in 2006 I bought a 06 Element with a stick and AWD. Really liked that car!

@maryamazawey174 2 ай бұрын

Wow proud of you my dearest neighbor . You got all our support

@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

He's such a genuine person 🙏

@SilentObserveDetach Ай бұрын

Breathe of fresh air. Steve is an awesome guy.

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

Steve is officially going to be a reoccurring guest teaching and showing us all his creations 🙌

@ReadySetElement 18 күн бұрын

New video with Steve is out showing all the updates he's done. Wait until you see all the new things he has made 😉

@annoyedok321 Ай бұрын

Wish Honda would bring back old designs like the Element or the 2nd gen Fit.

@HondaFit4Adventure 13 күн бұрын

You can say that again!

@allicientisglobal7678 Ай бұрын

I am a Porsche guy and have kept my Honda S2000 so sometimes I watch Honda stuff. This is a great build, respect the attention to detail and creativity of this fine machine. Great video !

@c.a.mcneil7599 Ай бұрын

Nice girly car to own.

@chefgiovanni Ай бұрын

@@c.a.mcneil7599 You sir, read my mind.

@allicientisglobal7678 Ай бұрын

@@c.a.mcneil7599 Certain cars are for collectors and real enthusiast, not wanna-be internet tough guys that think they know about cars and drive KIA's

@RotasOpera 23 күн бұрын

Video subject: Honda Element camper. Commenter: "I am a Porsche guy" 🤡

@stefanwangcho8716 18 күн бұрын

If you feel like giving away your s2000 let me know!!!

@jorgemiguel1040 Ай бұрын

Sleeping in the back of my Element, with my head to the rear. I looked up and was amazed by the view of the stars through the moon roof. I like the flat floor with a sleeping pad.

@user-ni6ve4su7g Ай бұрын

you’re an inspiration for older adults, you’re living your best life

@danielmiller6983 Ай бұрын

The Element is actually a really cool vehicle. Man what a great build

@andrewthompson4555 Ай бұрын

Sir this is the cleanest mini car camper I ever seen and the way I'd want mine done if I get into this trend.

@liamjohnson2474 Ай бұрын

Damn! I haven't heard anyone talk about VW synchromesh in decades

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

He knows so much! I learned so much from him. We are filming more videos together he has alot to showcase.

@Hiker_who_Sews 20 күн бұрын

What a great build! Thanks for showing us!

@ReadySetElement 18 күн бұрын

Part 2 is now out. If you thought that was great, wait until you see what else he has added to his build 😉

@lavapix Ай бұрын

Hey, my Jeep hasn't left me broke yet.

@durstgt 28 күн бұрын

This guy rules

@jev2867 Ай бұрын

I saw an Element with a pop-up roof. Im jealous of whoever owns it.

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

Me too, I would really want to upgrade mine and get one but it being around 10k to add on is alot. If I find a element with one that would be awesome.

@nance_2006 2 ай бұрын

Nicely done video and interview. 👏

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

Thank you! Steve is great in front of the camera 😁

@Ali-ze9jw 18 күн бұрын

He got 8 fingers so I know for a fact he is a perfectionist 👏🏾

@ReadySetElement 17 күн бұрын

We just posted another video of his updates be sure to check it out to see all the new things he's built 😉

@xueyam1022 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing all the link to buy the parts he has.

@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

Our pleasure! Thank you so much for watching hope to see you in the next video we share ? 😀

@christinesafavi1382 2 ай бұрын

Steve rocks!! Genius

@thaixgrrl 2 ай бұрын

Wow what an amazing guy and I’m so glad you asked about his background. Does he still work on upgrading cars?

@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

Hi @thaixgrrl 👋 Steve is awesome he is such a knowledgeable, genuine person. He does but mainly for fun, and his current element takes up his time.

@fransubaru Ай бұрын

Very cool! Nice build

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

Stay tune for part 2 once he's added more things to his Element 😁

@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677 2 ай бұрын

I met Steve in Torrance in April, I had a good long conversation with him. I hope to see everyone again in June!

@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

Isn't he such a nice guy ? Not sure if I got to say hello to you 👋

@JasonWh Ай бұрын

I'm using the LiPO car batteries. They have a remote jump start via a remote. Works incredibly well.

@ike7539 Ай бұрын

This guy needs a Mercedes Sprinter, I ll write him a $100k check, he doesn't even fit it in but he is still so excited about his tin car.

@ReadySetElement 28 күн бұрын

Haha honestly he would have the coolest Sprinter if he bought one. He can literally build anything.

@willwill5595 11 күн бұрын

Lovely ❤

@richardcardoza8989 2 ай бұрын

Yoo what a wild build lol

@omegalamda3145 Ай бұрын

Sweet.

@PVillapah 18 күн бұрын

Cool camper, ...... best part of the story is you are 70 years old and your mom calls 🙂

@gregmoessner3104 Ай бұрын

I have the same lighting in my kitchen now just in the corners that are dark

@sbrave Ай бұрын

Nice! Wish I could remove the rear seats from my 2007 CRV AWD (same engine?) and make a little camper out of it

@onechain13 Ай бұрын

I've thought not long and hard about getting an element. I love how versatile and spacious they are for their size. Are they really a hassle to keep up with? I don't like hearing the word "unobtainium". Makes it sound like not a smart investment.

@xueyam1022 2 ай бұрын

Where he get all the cabinet?you got the link? That is fantastic!

@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

Yes of course just updated the link on the description it's from Fifth Element Camper 😊

@jamesray3920 Ай бұрын

If he planning on keeping honda Element, he needs to invest in an open roof camper that he can stand in and sleep on the roof from inside of honda i seen many people with these

@rcinematic Ай бұрын

Nice guy, nice car. Didn’t want to be rude, but I wonder what happened to his fingers. Hope everything is good. I miss my Element. Wish Honda make something similar in the future but we’ll see

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

Hi @rcinematic 👋 I have never asked myself however giving his very extensive history in fabrication I'm sure things happen. Thanks for watching we appreciate you hope you join the Ready Set Element family 😁

@ToadMan9000 Ай бұрын

How'd he injure his hand?

@psdaengr911 Ай бұрын

The title should be "assembled."

@Andy-sy1ko Ай бұрын

My 2010 is AWD and no moon roof....

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

2009-2011 AWD don't have a moonroof

@johnnyjohnson2240 12 күн бұрын

Did he make that cupboard and chair setup? Looks like the fifth element camper. Trying to find a similar cut pattern to make one for my element on my router

@ReadySetElement 11 күн бұрын

It's from fifth element however he personalized it and added a few extra things into.

@nocomp420 Ай бұрын

Crazy I used to see these for $500 all day on fb marketplace years ago lol

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

I feel like people like myself are part yo blame lol we shared how cool they can be 😂

@adamthurmond9092 2 ай бұрын

Okay, what’s the little floss placker doing up there at the overhead console?

@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

Gotta stay flossing, bro

@c.a.mcneil7599 Ай бұрын

I hate light bar in the rain. Thank you for blinding my eyes. That’s a child ad on. Low miles doesn’t use it for camping much if ever. Like to see this guy stand up while camping. I would rather spend the night in a tent then in that. But to each their own.

@harriettanthony7352 21 күн бұрын

Agreed with these Thought. And this writer DID spend a month camping in a TENT

@JamesWilliam70 Ай бұрын

Very nice... Shame we dont get that Honda model in the UK. I have a VW T6.1 Kombi adventure van. But you dont get those in the US.

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

I wasn't aware the Element didn't make it to the UK I'm guessing for you guys you have to import it from Japen, which would be the best bet ?

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

I feel like in the UK, you have more options for cool camper.

@JamesWilliam70 Ай бұрын

@@ReadySetElement Yep I guess so, I Know a few import the Mitsubishi Delica from Japan to the UK

@JoeS97756 Ай бұрын

So what's a 2010 Element with 180,000 miles worth?

@Oliviasdad1073 Ай бұрын

Jim gaffigan vibe going on

@conniewaite1371 Ай бұрын

Does he have a channel? Would like to follow him

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

Steve is officially part of Ready Set Element. Moving forward you will be seeing more videos of him and his build and all his creations 🙌

@Alex-nb1vt Ай бұрын

I must have missed something, how does he fit in that tiny bed? He never showed how he sleep. Is the element that big in the back?

@ReadySetElement Ай бұрын

You get about 6 feet of length so there's plenty of room. We didn't show him setting up the bed fully but I will show on part 2 😎

@CroakerOutdoors Ай бұрын

Came to ask the same thing. Wonder if there is any room afterward for a 12V fridge in the back.

@joshuasprinkles3490 Ай бұрын

lol camper. It’s a 3’ long bed. If you sleep in a ball or are a child it’s perfect

@prayingdancer2157 Күн бұрын

09-11 AWD do not have moon roof

@Nick-yg1ll Ай бұрын

@collectorcarfeed Netgear's wet dream😂

@francesdouglas333 2 ай бұрын

I bought a 06 Honda Element in WI several months ago.... unfortunately I trusted the SA dealer, small independent dealership) and they sold me an overpriced auto with a rusted out frame, the trailing arm is severely rusted. Any one that can advise me or give me info about the possibility of getting this fixed? PLEASE let me know. Thank you. Frannie

@ReadySetElement 2 ай бұрын

Hi Frannie, I'm so sorry to hear about your experience with the dealership and the rust issues on your Honda Element. That sounds really frustrating! I'd recommend reaching out to a trusted mechanic or body shop for a thorough inspection. They can give you a better idea of what your options are for repairs. You might also want to consider contacting Honda directly or visiting an authorized dealership for assistance. Hopefully, they can help you find a solution. Hang in there, and let me know if there's anything else I can do to help!

@jesserevilla992 Ай бұрын

Honda missed the boat. What were they thinking canceling the Element. The trend was moving more and more to crossovers, SUV's and overlanders. And the later on the Pilot simply got dorky stupid looking and cheap meterals. And Toyota sadly canceled the FJ and today it still has a following. Yet Toyota still had the Tacoma, 4Runner, Sequia and Land Cruiser, Tundra etc....

@michaelhuskey5376 Ай бұрын

Amazing engineering and design but there isn’t enough space nor would that bed design work for me.

@thepunadude 27 күн бұрын

elements or anything with a 'v-tech' is a flatlander car .. absolute dogs on long hills everything honda should be the 3.5l v6!

@hughesy606 10 күн бұрын

Lets hope he isn't rear ended or he's toast

@jefferyhamilton8099 29 күн бұрын

I could not finish watching this guy, in one comment he said the 07 had a better motor and then a few minutes later he said the 08 had a better motor. The truth is from the beginning till 2011 when they stopped making the element. It had 166 hp same motor. It was built on the same platform as the CRV except that in 2010 the CRV‘s horsepower went up. Elements horsepower did not go up 166. Second thing is it’s not an all-wheel-drive vehicle. It’s a real time four-wheel-drive, all-wheel-drive means that there is power going to all four wheels, real time four-wheel-drive is it is a front wheel drive vehicle traction is lost in the front And then it transfers 50% power to the rear wheels therefore being a real time four-wheel-drive. Check the fax before you start putting it out on the Internet.