This 1987 Dodge Camper Van Explorer Conversion is an Amazing RV

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In todays video we feature Drew and his 1987 B350 Explorer Camper van that's been modernized with new appliances, fixtures.
New off-grid power system with 300w solar, 400ah batteries, 2000w inverter! Power can also be switched to 30a rv plug-ins or 110 outlets.
The van is all season ready with heat and AC, full size bed that converts to a table, 4 ft kitchen, wetbath with shower, sitting area, and more!
New Dometic CRX50 12v fridge/freezer
New Dometic stainless steel 2 burner stove.
New Bosch 4 gallon electric water heater
Rooftop AC
Diesel Air heater
24 inch monitor w/speakers
New plumbing fixtures
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@LikiTikiBus 2 жыл бұрын

Love this guy!! And the bong he quickly moved out of the way!! 🤣🤣🤣 Livin' the good life!! 😁😁😁

@samlarson2483 2 жыл бұрын

"Oop, sorry, that shouldn't be there" I've been waiting for someone to do that on a van tour 😆

@elwoodblues3181 2 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting too!!! haha!

@samlarson2483 2 жыл бұрын

It also cracks me up when people turn their fans on

@apex71 2 жыл бұрын

Drew is the MAN. I loved his last visit, and look forward to see him more. Captain my Captain. Peace.

@janetfeathers4128 2 жыл бұрын

I love the older vehicles, he also did a really nice job upgrading it.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

@Carmencita1464 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job!!! It looks like he was inside when he was outside showing the outside compartments. Lol . Love his dog 🐕

@wrylife57 2 жыл бұрын

yeah, that was almost spooky, lol

@MichaelsExplorations 2 жыл бұрын

This van is so beautiful and was built the year I was born 1987 lol

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this one

@valeriegriner5644 2 жыл бұрын

That little dachshund was the "cutest" feature!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, agreed

@nelliehagen5267 2 жыл бұрын

Agree 💯 %

@Luvpig 2 жыл бұрын

Love how the reno doesn't take away from the vintage aspect. ❤

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I do too

@OneHope4Heaven 2 жыл бұрын

Ok... so what the hecks goin' on @ 7:44 & 7:51 - 7:55 ???!!! Has he got a doppelganger or ghost sitting in the seat of the vehicle looking out the window & saluting?! That's SPOOKY!!!

@peace2all 2 жыл бұрын

The ‘ghost’ with the sailing cap is first revealed in the background 7:28-7:32, and then he jumps into the van and looks out the window moments later. Had me wondering too. Always enjoy your tours Patrick.

@roypt143 Жыл бұрын

Lol yea I saw that as well, look alike in the background

@janinereister7767 2 жыл бұрын

Love the retro feel! Great use of space with lots of storage!

@GetOuttaTheJohnBoy 7 күн бұрын

Great BONG!

@crazyhorse8946 2 жыл бұрын

I like it when I see drew because I am 6’-4” , and he gives me hope that I will be able to do van life.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Glad this was helpful

@leonardcroft1467 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick Always Enjoy Your Videos

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

This van looks like an AWESOME size, and love the retro touches.

@richardhenry1969 2 жыл бұрын

Man that's a tall white boy!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Drew rocks

@tourwithmatu1211 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Blog

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@MacgyverSharon 2 жыл бұрын

Very Nice! Thanks for sharing!

@jeremyfoster9792 2 жыл бұрын

Love that shirt! thanks for the tour!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yeah it’s a pretty rad shirt

@hedymoore1739 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I love this setup so much! If it's for sale in about a year I would love to take a look at it lol.... I'm in NYC now and ready for a change but have to save up! Thanks for the tour :)

@goldene8493 Жыл бұрын

Love it…these older vans are so cool….

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Жыл бұрын

They were really so well thought out

@rosabivins2558 2 жыл бұрын

I’m love it 💯 .. it’s beautiful gorgeous .. thanks for sharing 💞

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@skapunkoialternativeliving6522 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the DIY videos we need more DIY

@scottthejeepguy7499 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Patrick, really cool van.

@jopu643 2 жыл бұрын

7:53. This represents me looking for my van.

@AnAussieinAmerica 2 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh Man, I'd love to buy this awesome van, she is so old school.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Go for it

@nelliehagen5267 2 жыл бұрын

When they showed your little adorable Dachshund laying in the driver’s seat. I was thinking what van camper?The Dachshund stole the show lol 😂

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

So cute.

@boundariessetinstone5893 6 ай бұрын

Shower and toilet is main thing for me.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely

@ShadowMoonFarms 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@ChillkootMarkowee 2 жыл бұрын

That's a nice 87, I have a 80 Dodge B300 MaxiVan.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@EJLily686 2 жыл бұрын

Is it difficult to find parts for vehicles that old?

@ChillkootMarkowee 2 жыл бұрын

@@EJLily686 so so, some things like trim pieces and light lenses are definitely hard to find as it's 43 years old, but most engine and driveline parts are easy to find.

@ekdaufin1485 2 жыл бұрын

Cute dog looks nervous though!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes, I was in their space

@092319664 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such enlightening and heart moving sharing of your camper van life. What really puzzles me is that why should you chain your generator? Obvious, really? Theft is also an issue over there? God bless and thank you. Want to see watch for more videos from you folks. Again, thanks and God speed

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the tour. Generators are expensive and are easily stolen. It’s the same as locking other car or bicycle up.

@JonniesJourney 2 жыл бұрын

great updates, should be an easy sale.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, agreed

@rose2525bud 2 жыл бұрын

Love! 😍

@philmickey7247 2 жыл бұрын

Just a first impression. The 'captain' gentleman is 'stooped over' like a much older person. Thanks!👍

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

That’s why he is getting a taller van so he doesn’t have to duck to walk around

@jillw.2524 2 жыл бұрын

My uncle's were 6' 7& 6'9.. I understand. I hope he finds one.

@flybyairplane3528 2 жыл бұрын

NJOA,,,, PATRICK, HI,,,,DREW NEEDS HEADROOM. ! Overall, for the model,is really set up good, wonderful for a starting out , Stay well,🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@danawadeandramboadventures2657 2 жыл бұрын

Hey there new to your channel, loved this video on the van , we also was wandering about the lighting, like what kind they are and where to get them ?

@janeysiegrist5061 2 жыл бұрын

I love these older 80xs vans..its goals for me..but they really hold their value and cost a pretty penny..right now all my penny's are ugly 😆 P.S. we didn't talk about where he goes potty

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

There was a toilet in the wet bath area, however he had it covered

@nelliehagen5267 2 жыл бұрын

I thought I saw something that looked like a portable toilet underneath his bed?

@karomon 2 жыл бұрын

This is a friggin incredible van.

@jaygold4467 2 жыл бұрын

If it's so "friggin incredible" why is there a For Sale sign on it?

@karomon 2 жыл бұрын

@@jaygold4467 cause the guy is too tall for it and needs a taller, wider van. It’s in the video.

@ruthmcgill4612 2 жыл бұрын

You have a very homey van.

@conniewaite1371 2 жыл бұрын

Wo Derek how many miles are on that....see it was for sale

@georgewagner7787 Жыл бұрын

He's not talking about there's no place to park this in nyc. There are about 20 guys under the highway but they put meters the rest of the way to prevent any more.

@anotherdayatthefeast8100 2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t think you could get in and out of NYC with propane. Have the laws changed?

@NYC_VanLife 2 жыл бұрын

No tunnels, just bridges,

@pmclellan123 10 ай бұрын

Great video Drew. Where did you get your cab seat covers?

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 10 ай бұрын

Ah good question. I’ll ask him next time we connect

@trailrider2571 2 жыл бұрын

Drew, are you familiar with the Captain & Tenille singing duo?

@wrylife57 2 жыл бұрын

Another great tour, thanks Patrick! That's a really nice van. This is possibly a stupid question but please explain how he's running 12v items when the van is not running--is there no concern for draining the starter battery? (I'm smart enough to know what I don't know plus I'm not too proud to look dumb lol)

@Areister37 2 жыл бұрын

The van has separate batteries for the leisure system so the starter doesn't get drained, and the solar panels keep the batteries charged up

@dmacrolens 2 жыл бұрын

"I'm not too proud to look dumb" 💪

@wrylife57 2 жыл бұрын

@@Areister37 Aha! Simple--problem solved. TY!

@AdrianButler86 Жыл бұрын

@Andrew Reister drew u left willyB? I live in the neighborhood and remember seeing ur van n the others on van alley. I always wanted to stop n talk to the owner of what I now realize was ur van. When I first saw that big ol dodge I said that's the kinda van I want. Lol u got a ig or fb?

@maryhight6030 2 жыл бұрын

Love it. Is it still available? I'm interested.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s beautiful too

@suzanneward7151 2 жыл бұрын

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures how much is going for? Nice van

@yutiorholmes69 9 ай бұрын

I want it

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 9 ай бұрын

Pretty awesome rig

@germanherrera1815 Жыл бұрын

how much,and the engine size,looks really good brother.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Жыл бұрын

This one sold, I believe it was the 318

@NYC_VanLife 2 жыл бұрын

Is that rob from Brooklyn campervans @7:54

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

We love Rob 🙌🏼

@jaygold4467 2 жыл бұрын

Get rid of the AGM batteries. They're highly inefficient. Get lithium.

@kntwing23 2 жыл бұрын

only best part is the shower and ps4.. kitchen area..

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback

@donnataliercio7080 2 жыл бұрын

Are you selling that?

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, he is

@BultroGaming 2 жыл бұрын

So how much money have you guys actually saved?

@NYC_VanLife 2 жыл бұрын

500-1000 a month vs other living situations

@christanner3770 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like it would smell like old bong smoke and arse.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Van looks and smells great

@christanner3770 2 жыл бұрын

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures If you like the smell of old bong smoke and arse I guess.

@karlaolson6238 2 жыл бұрын

Knocks??

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty typical when you stealth camp

@kntwing23 2 жыл бұрын

very thing is old & used.. need alot of work for the van..

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

He has done a lot of work and updates