Shout-up out to 70’s home economics from a school nurse! This is when our children learned some life skills!

That bug screen idea is awesome 👏🏼

That’s the nicest minivan conversion I’ve ever seen. Hell, it’s nicer than most full-size van conversions. Well-done.

The window screen thing is genius!!

YOU sewed this? I'm a professional maker of custom sewn home products. You have talent. Dang.

I’d pay you to convert my 2012 Honda Odyssey van. Don’t know where you are but we’re in Ohio. This is an awesome build. You did such a great job. Very impressive!

this is so great, it's exactly what I want to get my 20 yr old son in so he can go explore the world while he's still young

The window screens are absolute genius!!!

This guy must be an engineer, this is too perfect.

I see inspiration from the Eric Enjoys Earth channel. Great job 👏

I have had coroplast on my windows for over a year now. I spray painted the side that faces out with black paint and it gives me the stealth I desire. I do remove the coroplast from the passenger side sliding door and the rear hatch window while driving. I like how you made your screens too!

Your attention to small details are outstanding. Your build is very clean, compact and very well thought out. This is one of the top three minivan camper build I’ve ever seen. Very impressive sir 😊

It is perfect! I have a Dodge GC & would like to see more of the storage unit with shelves. I subbed to your new channel in the hope that you do another video about that. Mo in NJ

Where has this video been for two whole months?? The best campervan video I've seen yet. Thank you.

Love this conversion!♥️ I had to laugh-I remember my junior year in high school, 1971, when they opened up home-ec class to guys too. Great memory! I learned to sew there also.

He must be an engineer because this is very creative an awesome

Nifty build! I especially like the easy-peasy mosquito screen, I'm a retired upholstery guy and I never thought of that! (I'll probably sew magnetic tape on bottom or hem magnets into it.)

I did sewing in a home economics class in the 1970's as well. I wish they would have taught me how to use a toaster oven too. Nice setup. Being able to have a "quick configurations change" is the way to go. I just shake my head at most van builds.

I love how well you explained the bed frame and anchoring process! You simplified the whole thing without dragging it out to where I quit listening while speaking at a speed I could understand the 1st time! Fantastic job! 👏

That really is a nice van conversion. The bed is one of the best designs I've seen in a minivan. The entire build is simple and very effective. Call me impressed.

Great job on this build. That van will go unnoticed anywhere.

This design is so well thought-out and I'm honestly so inspired by this set up. Truly in awe. Amazing job well done!

WOW that sewing job was amazing !!!! Love your bed too. This conversion is simple but amazing .

Love your diy mosquito screens... Clever!

The whole build from conception to completion is excellent. Wow.

Your woodwork is so smooth and perfect. And I thought I was OCD haha.

Easily one of my favorite builts. It's clean and simple. Happy camping!

Terrific job! Especially liked your sliding bed. And the sink setup was simple and efficient, in order to conserve water, as you stated.

That window screen idea was absolutely Brilliant!

Im here for like the 5th time getting more pointers and just trying to copy the bed, GREAT JOB!!!

This is by far the best conversion I have seen. Loved everything you did. Take care.

THAT BUG SCREEN IS SO SIMPLE YET SO BRILLIANT

absolute genius

First of all, brilliant build. But super impressed on the sewing job!!!

Great build, thanks for sharing it! I love your DIY bug screens, those are very clever. I also used the corrugated plastic for my windows but I cut out the middle and stretched the bug screen across. Looks like great handywork and your sewing skills are on point. 😃

I agree, keep it simple and enjoy being outdoors. I'm going to sell my van and just using my car for trips.

Nice 👍 I’m sleeping in a cot with a memory foam mattress. Lots of storage underneath. I eventually plan to upgrade to a bigger van 🚐 so it’s tempting to try to rearrange things, but I know that with a little bit of patience, I’ll be moving in to something better 😊

Nice conversion I have to remember your simple bug screen solution.👏

Great job!!!! Would you be so kind as to share your measurements of the different pieces? Thanks so much for sharing this. I absolutely love it.

That bug screen was genius.

Your window ideas are great! I like the way you stitched the front window screens so you can move the glass up and down without disturbing the screen. And the coroplast? Yeah that’s a good idea too. Lets in enough light to see what you’re doing without someone peeking in. As long as you’re not trying to become invisible that should work fine. Hopefully it’s all working out for you

I have an 04 Honda odyssey I swear I love that van! Cheapest car I ever had but it’s so awesome! Kids get a DVD player too! I’m dreaming of camping in it someday. That noise the door makes 😆 same. I refuse to sell it, just make hubby fix any issues. He’s like just buy a new one- noooooo!!!!!

I love the screens for the windows that is really cool I love the why you you built your van out

Absolutely the best design. Appreciate the sharing of ideas.

Great Job! Thanks for sharing. I love Eric Enjoys Earth setup but your embellishments on the front legs are a better and I appreciate all the links for the hinges and other parts.

I graduated high school in 1970. Guys could take home ec & girls could take wood & metal shop. We had a blast with guys in cooking(especially) with them wearing aprons. A guy learning to cook is essential so they don't demand the woman to do everything for them

we owned this model van for 16 years an atv fits in there nicely and theres plenty of room with those seats gone

One of the best DIY camper vans I have seen on KZfaq.

Brilliant. Especially like the open shelves and kitchen, which don't obstruct view for lane changes. Simple but very versatile. Finish is soooo professional. Watched all 3 videos and enjoyed the updates. Bracket for 4th bed support is genious.

Love this build it reminds me of the VW westie I had back in the seventies. Thanks for sharing,

Your ideas and engineering are cool, the screens are ingenious, if you can place the refrigerator between the front seats , you can possibly get a seat that swivels so you don’t have to sit on the bed since there’s no wall separation between the front and mid-section. I liked the reference about the ‘70’s home ec, I took typing and was able to get a job where you had to pass a typing test.

very nice job Rob, Eric is a huge influence for all of us

I love this idea build 😍 I planned a minivan build last year & used my stimulus check to buy a van but I ended up buying a lemon Saturn Relay minivan😤. Kinda hard to watch all these videos with a van sitting for 2 mo. that I cant drive🙄. I really like your whole build. Good job 👍

That thing is sweet, I have an ambulance I converted and I’m often thinking about having something smaller and cheaper

Excellent job! You're a Master Craftsman. Not only is it well thought out but you took the time to make it fit perfectly and still look great! AND you did it all without any hokey background music--imagine that! Carry on, Rob R,! Carry on!!

Great job! Looking forward to more videos! Curtains etc

Love it! I have a 2010 Honda Odyssey and have been really struggling with the different builds to figure out what would work best with for my situation. This is the best design I have seen yet! And it seems simple enough that I might even be able to do it! The bed is absolutely the best part. And you're sewing skills are better than mine 😊

Looks like people are getting the idea of how you can come up with the ideas people share and your own. Nice and impressive custom look you might want to sell your plan so if people are interested they can build from that van model .

Oh, at last, a solution for keeping the mosquitoes out! I like the window covers and the rest of your build. Happy cramping!

Nice simple build, but very functional.

That’s badass! I have a small SUV I want to convert so I won’t have as much space.

I've watched hundreds of van build & yours is by far the most solid, practical, nicest I've seen so far! GREAT JOB! The cushions look GREAT & the bed/seat build is AMAZING! Love the screen idea also! BTW, I can't not mention the table & the attention to detail of having it closer to eat on & further away to work on. BRILLIANT! With so many people doing this now, you could definitely benefit from patenting this! I saved this video for future reference.

Thanks Bob for sharing your design skills with us! I appreciate all your work wisdom and cost saving ideas!

Super nice job! The coraplast is brilliant! Still allows light.

AWESOME built! Lots of creative and great ideas. Thanks for sharing, and the list is much appreciated too.

What a clever conversion! You think like an engineer.

Just watched this video. Wow! That’s fantastic! Simplicity at its finest! Makes me want to buy a mini-van!! 😂 Thanks for sharing!

Beautiful build. I admire your work and the simplicity and functionality of it all.

▶️ *I really appreciate your resourcefulness, and the straightforward simplicity with which you explain the build. Thank you!*

Very nice, and well thought out and some good ideas. For now we are using single foam pads, cut a little narrower. Stacked 4 high, the make a nice couch on one side. So we have room to move around in the day time. For sleeping we just flip two over, and have a full bed that is 8 inches deep. Very comfy. We have room for two sets of small drawers at the back that hold all we need, and there is still room for the little commode. I made basically the same thing as you for our side windows, only black on one side, and reflective on the other. Helps a lot on hot days. First thing I did was make the slip over bug screens, have them for the car too. But I made a set of nice fabric ones too we slip those over for either privacy or shade if parked. I have a large sheer bug curtain for the side door that goes off and on with magnets. We carry 3 gal. or drinking/cooking water, a two gallon pump bottle that sprays for 2 1/2 minutes, and a pop up changing tent. We don't need anything else. Looking forward to our next trip to the coast. BTW our van is a 2001 Chrysler Voyager.

Fantastic. I wish you can do a video on how to build the bed.

Nice job Rob! Thanks for your video and sharing your ideas, it always helps us dreamers get a little further along.

That's a very nice van conversion! Exactly what I want for mine.

Very well done - nice clean lines and the simplicity yet how well it will work is beautiful!

I made window covers and put black reflective on them. I got a fold out screen for the front windshield, and used fabric glue on one side to attach black fabric. I made window screens for my back windows by buy fold up wired sunscreens from wall mart, taking the fabric off and tailoring black netting to them. They fit completely inside my window frames so I can choose how much to roll down my windows when I'm sleeping. Its usually not enough for anyone to reach in to open the door. Then I twist them into a small oval and store them in the pockets behind the passenger seat.

Looks like he took shop class, too! Really like his bug screen solution.

Its another similar version of Eric, nice version! congratulations!!

Extremely organized and esthetically pleasing 🎉

Hi from England....Very nice build thanks for sharing, I like the bug screens too!

Thanks for sharing! How about the "kitchen".

So many excellent ideas here! I admire your craftsmanship and all the thoughtful things you designed. Well done!

The desk/table unit is absolutley amazing!

One of the best out of thousands and mathematically beyond my understanding.

That is really very nice. I like your wood and sewing skills. The bug net really peaked my interest. How very clever you are. I would use that indented place in the back on the floor under your bed of the car for a bath/shower. It might have been where the spare tire was at one point. I mean it would be great if someone had to live in their car. It would be pretty easy to put a small drain hole there and a small shower enclosure. We have a tow behind camper. While I do love it, it does come with some limitations and a lot of work to hook up, clean up and fight the heat because the ac is broken. Good luck on your ventures. I am sure you will enjoy them.

Wow i didnt no any 2004 models had doors on both sides, wish my star-wagon had that, great job mate, cheers from Nsw.

Your screen idea was brilliant...Bravo!

Love your window screens..

What an practice and intelligent build! Really inspiring. A lot of these builds cost so much they defeat the purpose for me!!!

Wow!!! This is neat, open, easy to use, and smart. One of the best conversions I have seen! Sweet!!!!

Loved your build, especially the couch bed. Great Job!!!

Definitely best explanation on a simple yet functional conversion.

Love your bug screens

Thank you for proving your video. This is a design I can use and have room for my dog to sleep on the floor.

Sleek and functional. Love the well thought out approach and simplicity of your build.

Rob, this is one of the best, most functional builds I've ever seen online. I can't wait to see your platform build. Well done, Sir!

I like that you made your own window screen and I also like your other window coverings. Great job on everything, including the making of the video.

I really like this set up and really appreciate a video that gets right down to how to do the conversion.

Nicely done. Love that you linked items you used. Good job!!!

The Alpicool 12V compressor fridge 42 quarts is a nice fridge. Very efficient in power use. Gear Labs reviewed it well. I love what you did with the Coroplast - it lets the light in. And the bug screen slip cover is sheer genius. Its not every day that you meet a person with cross over skills like sewing and woodworking, and quietly walks you through a superb build. Everything you build so far is very well thought out, functional, and comfortable. Thank you! Subscribed

Thank you for showing your build without cushions and all the other items for living yet put in. Great breakdown of an outstanding build!