The Van is COMPLETE - FULL VAN TOUR

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The Van is COMPLETE - FULL VAN TOUR

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Күн бұрын

After 3 long months of working on this epic build, I am happy to say it is MOST of the way done!
I have a few more things planned for the build but as for now, the van is ready for some adventures!
Hopefully this can inspire you to get out and do something awesome, this build was a lot of hard work but in the end, it is something that I take a lot of pride in since EVERYTHING was built myself. At the end of the day its my pretty special so I really hope this helps you to find that thing in your life that make you happy. :)
Vehicle Info --------------------------------------------------------------------
-2001 CHEVY ASTRO VAN AWD
-This van is the work edition
- Currently 119,500 miles
- Rhino Lined Yellow
- 6in Journeys off-road lift kit installed
- All Wheel Drive (currently blows fuses, working on fixing that. If you have any solutions leave a comment!)
-200 watts of solar
- 6 rooftop light bars giving me 360 degree lighting
- 270 degree, custom made awning
- Custom Roof rack
- 200 Amp Hours of Battery storage
- Custom Made passenger swivel seat
- Stereo and Back up camera
- Full cedar paneling
- 120v Receptacles and Inverter
- 12v Receptacles
- Twin Bed
- 5 Gallons of water storage
- RV sink and water pump
- Gas stove with electric start
- 4 foot long pull out drawer system
- AND MUCH MORE!
Thanks for watching! If you are interested in seeing the van getting built, make sure to go back and check out all my previous videos!
I hope you enjoyed, please SUBSCRIBE!

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@user-ev5jl2hq8g 6 ай бұрын

If you hooked up your water -- you are a plumber, maybe a novice, but look what you've done. This is a gorgeous van and I love how you built it. Be safe in your travels!

@bgrace27 6 ай бұрын

Thanks man 🤟

@MartinBielkovic 6 ай бұрын

19:40 bro you can add a plank of wood on top of that drawer and make it into an outdoor countertop where you can use it to cook and eat food

@matthewlewis-zw3tf Жыл бұрын

I love your van!!! Great job bro!! Great woodwork and electrical system. Good choice in lighting. Black paint job looks good. If people talk trash about your lack of storage, show the roof rack. Roof rack can hold your luggage and food. Everything you constantly use, fits inside. Im very impressed with you, for your age. You keep chasing your dreams, you will accomplish very much in life. Dont tell anyone your plans, just do it!!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I appreciate all the kind words, it means a lot 🤙

@jeanninemartel3482 Ай бұрын

Love the yellow

@woodwaif40 3 ай бұрын

The ladder is so cool! I own a 92 Astro shorti and I am slowly restoring it…can’t wait for my ladder to go on…love your work.

@smalltownhomesteadAC 5 ай бұрын

This young lad is so cute, as he explores youtube and begins his vanlife! Subsribed.

@bgrace27 5 ай бұрын

Welcome and thank you 😊

@johnkuiper8907 Жыл бұрын

Very nice build sir !!! Looking forward to seeing your adventures, and seeing more of your projects !! Keep it up, your doing great work !!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@lindasmith224 Жыл бұрын

You did a beautiful job with your layout design and build. Anxious to share your adventures. 😊

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Soon… 😁

@froglover7967 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations Bronson. I've enjoyed watching the transformation. You've done a great job.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@cheeplaysukulele Жыл бұрын

It's a very lovely build. Look into propane safety, by keeping your tank in it's own sealed off cointained space, with a vent underneath so any gas leakage can escape out of your van as that could be dangerous for you. It could be as simple as sealing the area where your tank already sits and creating a vent below, this is because propane is heavier than air, so if it leaks it flows downwards first, if there is nowhere for it to escape than it fills the surrounding area. It would be worth getting a carbon monoxide detector as well as a small fire extinguiser.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

You are very right, that is a very good thing to think about. I will see what I can do better for ventilation. Luckily I already have a detector on the way!

@meninomichael 10 ай бұрын

I second that. I picked up a Safe T Alert Dual Carbon Monoxide & Propane Gas Alarm, which can be wired into the 12 volt system. I'll be backing it up with a Kidde battery-powered multi gas alarm. One can't be too careful when dealing with such things!

@NavyBoi973 Жыл бұрын

Pretty sick build, bro... Awesome job... I cannot wait until I can Start another build and finally get out on the road, man. Best wishes. Peace bro

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Sounds awesome dude, whatcha plan on building out?

@moparkelly Жыл бұрын

Great job on the interior cabinets and design layout.😀

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, it took me a while to figure it out!

@Capn.Nemo. 23 күн бұрын

Yo, just found your channel, was watching this vlog, got distracted. Came back and my first thought was that I was watching Mav! Lol tripped me out for a sec

@bgrace27 14 күн бұрын

Lots of people say the same thing 😂

@rondamon8004 Жыл бұрын

Congratutations on your van build, well done. You probably can consider lowering your bed a few inches to give you better head room while you sit, of course, if it's possible. Other wise it seems to have all that you have intended. Good job, great travels.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips!

@nancyjohnson2070 Жыл бұрын

Nice work Bronson!! I look forward to seeing your adventures in the van. I’m hoping I’ll be on the road end of the year. Connecticut to Florida then I’ll be caravanning with a group from Florida heading to Quartzsite Arizona in January. Let the adventures begin 😁

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Sounds like we might be in Arizona around the same time How’s the Van build coming for you?

@nancyjohnson2070 Жыл бұрын

@@bgrace27 my build is coming along slowly. I’ve done the sound deadening and insulation on walls and ceiling. The Maxx fan is installed. My brother needs to finish the wiring. I bought a twin bed frame to use just get out and have some fun this summer. I’d like to have built a trifold bed frame so I can use it as a lounge chair and covert to a bed. I’ve bought the Overland Kitchen set up that I need to assemble. I need to install some type of anchors to strap the kitchen to the wall or floor. Any suggestions??

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

@@nancyjohnson2070 try one or two hole EMT conduit straps. They might work if you have round tubing

@zeldasimpson8959 Жыл бұрын

Great little van! I bet as you camp your mind will come up with additional things to add or switch up. Great use for the space you have. You’re very creative. Enjoyed your video and I’ll look for you in Quartzite next January!!

@nancyjohnson2070 Жыл бұрын

@@bgrace27 there are places I can hook on the wall. I got straps to ratchet them down. 😁

@SamirBjelanovic Күн бұрын

Great job!!!!

@reallytho99 9 ай бұрын

Great rig, enjoy the ride! I swear you time traveled from the 80's or something (in a good way)!

@bgrace27 9 ай бұрын

Awesome, I’ll take it as a compliment!

@joharris8212 18 күн бұрын

Love the van. You remind me of Ryan Hall y'all.

@bgrace27 16 күн бұрын

Hahaha thank you

@terryhere7178 Жыл бұрын

Love the split rear door 🤩

@cartorius 5 ай бұрын

solid build, I think you might consider having your bed flip up so you can access under it for storage.

@opalacios666 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Enjoy and be safe.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@joshreyburn988 Жыл бұрын

Definitely put in new transfer case with manual 4×4.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I want to so bad. $600 holds me back…for now

@AmericaBound Жыл бұрын

Hey dude the yellow would look cool with black stripes. Hello from New Hampshire...

@LindaStokes-ff2kv 6 ай бұрын

Very cool van ❤ Good job..

@pdelgado24 5 ай бұрын

Love the van. Color, build and everything!

@bgrace27 5 ай бұрын

🤙😁

@madelinebechtold3461 6 ай бұрын

Great job!

@bgrace27 5 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@terrilikens4975 Жыл бұрын

Impressed! I have grown bored with many van builds but this is radically different. Nice work!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! It’s great to hear I am unique

@amenerstugard1894 Жыл бұрын

Everything is SO interesting, fantastic, great, beautiful and creative! Thank you SO MUCH! 🙂🙂🙂 Highly appreciated.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, thank you for the kind comment!

@davidwright1728 Жыл бұрын

Nice job young man..enjoy

@SuzNbhollenberry Жыл бұрын

2 months behind ya! Safe travels 😊

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! You building out an Astro as well?

@Northstorm_Tom Жыл бұрын

I love the paint job and the layout. AWD with 8” lift… great! With your solar panel, you are set to travel. Congratulations on the build and choice of van. I’d be tempted to turn passenger seat around permanently to have a recliner for sitting, but I travel alone. You’ve got a great van.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I would like to flip the passanged seat over permanently as well, but I will need it for others occasionally

@stacyepps4703 Жыл бұрын

Love color my self

@GatorLife57 Жыл бұрын

Awesome 👍

@nn3514 Жыл бұрын

Nice build. I know lots of people cannot stand up inside, but you might get tired of not being able to sit up straight. Maybe a swivel on passenger seat?

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Already made one!

@Antioch1611 6 ай бұрын

I love the van!! The wood was a good choice 👌

@bgrace27 6 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@thedullone Жыл бұрын

Shes like the van version of Bumble Bee 🐝 Nice job.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

That’s the same thing my mom says 😂

@marcuslorenzo9705 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Astro Safari club brother. If we’re ever in the same area we should team up! Take care

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

That sounds great, thanks for the welcome

@Raym17 Жыл бұрын

He sounds like Mav, love the vids man!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate it!

@AstroVanTribe Жыл бұрын

I agree, Thought of MAV as I was watching this

@susieq2cute Жыл бұрын

I love watching van builds. Your channel just popped up. I have to say you have the cutest personality. I will stick around for more content. Can’t wait. By the way, love the color. It reminds me of BumbleBee, my favorite Transformer.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Haha thank you, I appreciate it!

@skistrycharski6999 Жыл бұрын

They ar e never done ! 👍🏻♥️🍀 Safe travels 🍀

@derianteran 4 ай бұрын

veo a muchos cometer el error de poner la estufa para cocinar en lugares cerrados sin ventilacion y no toman en cuenta que con el tiempo la grasa del vapor se impregna en las paredes y techos lo que hace que se dañen mas rapido

@cataclysmdigitalcomics 5 ай бұрын

That's more like a zero inch lift there buddy. sorry to tell you. Nice tires though

@unknownexplor 10 ай бұрын

heck yeah😤😤🦅

@loriannrichardson7644 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful build, the only thing is it seems your bed should be maybe 3 inches lower so you can sit up comfortably on the bed.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I agree but I also need the storage unfortunately 😁

@mariaruiz7318 Жыл бұрын

Nicely organized. Love the clean look and the details are extraordinary. Enjoy the rode Mr.👍🏼

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@richardhenry1969 11 ай бұрын

I used to live in toole Ut back in the old days. The bars in Utah used to only have 3.2 🍺 fun times.

@bgrace27 11 ай бұрын

That’s awesome 😂

@meninomichael 10 ай бұрын

Very nice build, Bronson. Very well thought out. Just curious...are you planning on putting in refrigeration at some point? So far, I'm using a cooler, because I can usually just get away for only a week at a time...( I take care of a colony of seven cats.) I hooked up a nice 120 ac dorm cooler, but in the end it wasn't really used, and just took up space. Anyway, great video, great build, and I'm looking forward to viewing the others that you have made. Love the swivel seat, too. Happy trails. Michael Oh yeah, I subscribed too.

@bgrace27 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind comment Michael, I have in fact put a 12v fridge in my build in between the two front seats and it works sooooo good. I have began traveling now and it has came in handy more than I thought. I’ve thought of getting a cat myself for company In the van…. What do you think?

@dino6471 3 ай бұрын

the cedar paneling is beautiful. i would have put a 12v fridge and a microwave and not put in the stovetop. added another solar panel and to save room put in a 200 wh amp. where do you poop?

@bgrace27 3 ай бұрын

I did end up with a 12v fridge but not the microwave 😂 too much power consumption I poop in the woods or in public restrooms and have never had a problem

@betterbelizeit Жыл бұрын

I have a feeling that your channel will do very well.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that! I’m hoping it does 😁

@blackbeard5688 7 ай бұрын

bro I don’t think that’s an 8 inch lift. at most that’s a 3 inch, it even looks like 2 inch. Check the bottom if it has subframe spacers, coil spring spacer, etc. and rear look for shackle and spring hanger. Those are used for 5-7 inches, I don’t think you will see that. 👍

@bgrace27 7 ай бұрын

You’re right, I’m aware but thank you for the info 🫡🫡

@ktk2094 Жыл бұрын

Good job. Nice rig.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@darrellfort1668 Жыл бұрын

vanlife4ever!

@nathanprachnau2609 7 ай бұрын

Nice man 👌🏻

@bgrace27 7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@laurajphillips Жыл бұрын

Great Job!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@MitchellTickle1962 Жыл бұрын

Bronson, you've done an amazing job with your Build, love the Pine ! Thanks, got some ideas for my build from you. Currently gutting my 1989 Chevy G20 Van.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! I’m glad I could help You’ll have to send me some pics when you finish! Feel free to message me on Instagram @bgrace_outdoors if you wanna share or ask any questions Thanks for watching 🙏

@nightvan4427 Жыл бұрын

I love it, Sir I have a beautiful black Ford Van.

@livinright1 Жыл бұрын

You did a great job on the rebuild! Looking forward to seeing where that lift/AWD will take you in the future! New sub#423👍cheers and safe travels, Lisa

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Me too, it going to be a lot of fun! Also, thank you for the sub 😁

@Jojoba25 Жыл бұрын

Very nice 😊 you did a awesome job.

@rebeccalitchfield6698 Жыл бұрын

Bright lights hurt my eyes. But I'm sure you enjoy it when you go off road in dark area's. 😊

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

It’s awesome 😉

@1lottiedottie Жыл бұрын

You did a great job on your van! Your attention to detail is amazing. I’m definitely going to follow you. Looking forward to watching you grow! Good luck!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate it! I hope you continue to love my content 😁

@harrypottah8889 Жыл бұрын

Imagine being this young, rich, and talented

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I may be young, I’ve got some talent, but I’m surely not rich! 😂 I appreciate the thought though 😁

@harrypottah8889 Жыл бұрын

@@bgrace27 that’s on the way broski, that’s on the way. Especially since you live in a van. Some monetization and steady content? You’ll be good in no time. See ya down the road!

@warren6899 Жыл бұрын

From South Africa... I found that a collapsing ladder 🪜 is a great advantage to access the roofrack, rather than a ladder fixed in one place, BTW, my camper is a Landy discovery II, td5. Which is obviously 4x4. I REALLY like your awning arrangement, keen to see a vid on your construction. Your build out looks great 👍 kukus to you, but, thought that mostly outdoor cooking is preferable ?? Also. Keento see your poop & shower 🚿 solution. WELL DONE ! 👏 ✔️ 👍 RGDS Warren

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I hope to have some videos like that in the future!

@keithbrookshire Жыл бұрын

Ti keep the rear door open hook one end of a bungee cord to the door latch and the other end to your wheel or wheel well.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Good idea, I’ll definitely keep it in mind

@dontheplumber9338 Жыл бұрын

Pretty cool👍

@stuartsutherland7664 Жыл бұрын

Nice conversion and lovely woodwork. Well done!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@sandrastcoeur8715 Жыл бұрын

Looks great

@larrysouza5213 Жыл бұрын

Nice job young man. Have a great time.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I will, thank you!

@donnanhuggler8451 Жыл бұрын

Good work

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@CrazyLuch1 Ай бұрын

Yellow Iz MY Favorite Kolor🐇👊💛💛💛💛😊

@bgrace27 Ай бұрын

I bet the channel is too 👀

@CrazyLuch1 Ай бұрын

@@bgrace27 4ShowYuRight!!💯💯💯💯💯💯✔️🐇👊💥😎👀😁 my homiez Were Mezmorized at the Van Tour 😎👊

@CrazyLuch1 Ай бұрын

Den I showed em your Voyagez 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@bgrace27 Ай бұрын

@@CrazyLuch1 heck yeah, thanks bro! You the MAN

@skistrycharski6999 Жыл бұрын

Looks great get traveling then adjusting, save up for a Power Supply like Jackery, BlueEddy 🤷🏼 a must !¡

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Got a knock off one already 😁

@balthazarquinn Жыл бұрын

Absolute Beast! Great job mate! Looks fantastic. 😎👍

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jamesandersen9024 Жыл бұрын

Nice build 👌

@crjmoto Жыл бұрын

Love it! Nice job. I love my old Econoline but rear wheel drive really holds me back. Have to have a 4wd on the side.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

For sure! 😁

@elizabethnyanankpe3553 Жыл бұрын

You did a great job. It’s a great van.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@DadVanture Жыл бұрын

Lol I wish I watched your video like 2 hours ago I just grabbed myself an emblem from the junkyard!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I still need to do that 🫠

@debjukes5548 Жыл бұрын

Where are you going to store your food? Only thing I didn’t see…lol…otherwise an incredible job done and happy trails to you!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I’m still figuring that out…

@susannbasta2972 Жыл бұрын

Be sure to chk New Mexico in your travels. I am working on my Sienna , but I am a 73 year old woman with no tools 🤭. 👍 electrical.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

I sure will plan on it! New Mexico seems to have a lot of hidden gems. Good Luck with the sienna, sound like a blast!

@kahisawheel Жыл бұрын

That thing is fucking awesome.

@NOMADVANNER Жыл бұрын

AND THE ONLY THING I USE FOR CHARGING IS A PEAK 400 WATT INVERTER..52 QT OZARK TRAIL COOLER..NO SOLAR..LOOKS COOL YELLOW..

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome, I’m excited to put my system to the test. And thank you, I also like the yellow!

@carlosvalentin5584 Жыл бұрын

From the Island of Puerto Rico you have a new Suscribes. I have 2002 Astro that we call "Bluebie". (My english is not to good but I am sure you understand me)

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome, I’m glad you are interested!

@sunnymas2656 Жыл бұрын

It looks nice and useful. If it works well, you will see, when you use it. I want to do the same, but my van is smaller. Like a Ford Transit connect. Sometimes I think: Too small for me ? Better a full size van ? But a bigger one would cost more money, and less mileage. Greetings from sw germany, middle europe. Liked and subscribed.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I also considered something like a transit connect but now that I have the Astro, I wouldn’t dare go any smaller. If it was my choice, it’d spend the extra money and get the bigger van 😁

@sunnymas2656 Жыл бұрын

@@bgrace27 I think about it, to find a choice. Now I fix my station car, and my small van. If I sell both, to buy a bigger van ? But I need to use it also as an all time car. i cannot have two vehicles. But bigger = more difficult and expensive, to drive, and to fix it.

@STITCHES300 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on an amazing build.❤. I have a Chevrolet Astro cargo van that I wants to build out. It a 2004. I loves your creativity ❤

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! That’s awesome, you should definitely build out the van!

@timswafford5047 Жыл бұрын

U did a awesome job

@lenward474 Жыл бұрын

Great job. Jealous. If your using stock sed electronic easier to dump it and install manual kit from journeys. They would be my first call to troubleshoot fuses. It's a motor actuator so shorted,jammed etc.goid luck

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Super helpful, thanks!

@BetterDaysDownTheRoad Жыл бұрын

Great job looks great man

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@handicamper101 Жыл бұрын

awesome van build. you did a great job. 👍

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@abl1949 Жыл бұрын

Awesome job!!!

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@bettybrigance6784 Жыл бұрын

Nice

@Loulou-nj7ji Жыл бұрын

Not bad at all I really like it looking forward to more of your videos ❤

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

More to come!

@junaidmansourmahdi1392 Жыл бұрын

To nice 🚌

@dummgelauft Жыл бұрын

Hmmm What made you select the long-discontinued M-van? It was a great platform, with available AWD and a nice big 4.0L V6. Much more practical than the "minivans".

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Price 😁 I’m just a 20 year old kid so I didn’t want to throw more than $10,000 toward the Vehicle, camper build, and extras. So far it’s worked out and I love the Astro and I’m now realizing the Astro having the size it does, is super convenient for everything

@dummgelauft Жыл бұрын

@@bgrace27 good choice.

@NOMADVANNER Жыл бұрын

IF YOU EVER GET TIRED OF THOSE WEIRD REAR DOORS..YOU CAN GET REG BARN DOORS AND THEY SHOULD JUST BOLT RITE ON INPLACE OF OLD ONES..

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Funny enough, the van originally came with those and the previous owner replaced them with the Dutch ones on it now 😑😁

@dwderp Жыл бұрын

That’s Utah?? It’s so lush, it looks like Hawaii.

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

It sure is, it was a super wet winter so everything is very lush this spring

@oldenoughtoknow... Жыл бұрын

Its a VANANA 😂 🍌

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

You know it 😉😁

@karenfranz7262 Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍

@DiasFrugalLife Жыл бұрын

Great job 👏 😊 🚐

@bgrace27 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@susanmboudreau 8 ай бұрын

You did a good job. I do have a question for you. I notice that you were able to open the back hatch with a push button from the inside that is something. I would love to have. I can't open mine from the inside only from the outside. Did you install that or do you know how to install that? Mine is 2004 passenger van AWD ASTRO

@bgrace27 8 ай бұрын

I believe they sell a kit that will open these manual doors, the previous owner installed this but I can see that it is wired with a custom locking system. Doesn’t look hard to install once you take the door panel off. Unfortunately I don’t have a link for the product tho but I do know it is very nice to have!

@susanmboudreau 8 ай бұрын

@@bgrace27 Excellent. Thank you so much I will keep doing some research.