Toyota Prius converted into camper- with fridge, microwave, running water, climate control & more
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3 жыл бұрынPART 2 OF THIS VIDEO! (1 year review of this Prius camper): • Toyota Prius Converted...
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Here is a video of my Toyota Prius that I made into a camper. I've been traveling/exploring cross-country in it and I've been to many national parks, national monuments, many big cities and small towns, national forests, and much more. I will
My Prius has a microwave, instant pot, a real fridge, running water, a full-sized sleeping platform, tons of storage, and more. You can fast-forward to 04:33 to get past all the talking at the beginning if you want. I put a lot of planning and effort into building it, I hope you enjoy it.
Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos. I also have many more videos to come.
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@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
PART 2 OF THIS VIDEO! (1-year review of this Prius camper): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sKlyn9yVzLqlfH0.html
@Dr.BenDoverM.D 3 жыл бұрын
Its the male version of nikki delphanthole....
@overton1963 2 жыл бұрын
My Venza does the same with the battery and engine taking turns.
@roadrnr315 2 жыл бұрын
how did the lift affect MPG? and what size tires are you running? thanks in advance love your videos.
@JasonRainey29Dec 2 жыл бұрын
CQ
@MountainSpringsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
@@roadrnr315 the lift kit did not affect fuel economy at all, if anyting it improved it
@mrdunngoofd 2 жыл бұрын
I could not care less about peoples setups in $150k sprinters, it's stuff like this that I love to see. This is inventive, DIY and cost-efficient. You do not always need to be wealthy or amass crippling debt to see the world, and I applaud you for your efforts. This is awesome.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
I agree, I refer to those as the "6-figure vanlifers" lol :)
@christiansantamaria7233 Жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures lol i agree i used to dream of having a hellcat and c8 but after some adulting i realized it’s literally only cons (hundreds in gas a month , its bound to end in tickets, most of all why even speed sure its fun but so is enjoyment of saving money to buy yourself more things and retire earlier
@orange_turtle3412 9 ай бұрын
I think its a lot more interesting when people make campers out of smaller spaces like priuses or pickup truck beds. When you have to fit all the necessities for survival and comfort into such a small space, it forces you to come up with creative solutions. Sprinters are nice and open, but you dont really have to think about how to make a home in there. You just throw in a full sized bed and some other large appliances and your good to go.
@MariaReyes-vn3qz 7 ай бұрын
Hey bro, I'm happy for you, I would feel phobia
@sherried79 6 ай бұрын
Totally agree. Today, I was behind a car that had license plates that read, not poor. SMH I roll my eyes and skip over the fancy sprinter rigs. Lol
@MrSimpleme1 3 жыл бұрын
No sarcasm, no witty or petty jokes, you're not pretending to have a huge outgoing personality. Actually budget friendly. Just a real guy showing us his set up. Thank you for sharing this awesome video!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I plan on doing more videos soon. And yes I tried to do everything as cheap as possible
@AnaTorres-kd9pb 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures I agree with Saul and subscribed to your channel 😀 😊
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, glad to have you on the channel
@Cantworship2gods 3 жыл бұрын
You got a fan here and I love your simple setup. I myself with my dog n kitten live in a company van in riverside california i lost my job home marriage everything due to the pandemic So my son gave some money to buy a van. But before things happened. I always wanted to live in van for the simple fact i can save money and its working out great with no rent no electric bills just gas in my van and cellphone bill and of course car insurance & i love it and i always have my Holy Bible to read 😊 anyways hope to see more new videos of you n doggie. Take care
@kittycat1302 3 жыл бұрын
@@Cantworship2gods Sorry for the troubles you’ve had. I’m facing similar, but different circumstances. My mom has given me some money to buy a vehicle. (My current Y2K Dodge Caravan has major electric problems and a few other problems). I am vacillating between a Prius a newer van. Leaning towards the Prius due to climate control. I found your post, as well as this KZfaq video, very encouraging. The fact that you mention reading your Bible and that this guy has his with him, helps me to remember where my strength comes from and who is leading me!
@ekdaufin1485 2 жыл бұрын
Love that he has his dog’s heartworm medicine with him. No one’s ever mentioned it before.
@eliasgodwin8729 2 жыл бұрын
This is the most real camping video I’ve ever seen. Dude, this set up is clean and it’s awesome.
@SaItyStudios Жыл бұрын
I agree this stuff is killer
@katherinereece 3 жыл бұрын
When tornadoes knocked out our power, and a zillon other people's power as well, my husband hooked his Prius up to an inverter and we kept the deep freeze going, plus it powered our internet and his computer so he could continue working from home during the pandemic.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome. The Prius is awesome for emergency situations like that.
@tinajsews2835 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures Repent, Jesus christ is coming back. ,,
@jamaicanpunch 2 жыл бұрын
@@bobw2 yeah but not as efficient.
@urby5633 2 жыл бұрын
@@tinajsews2835 how is this relevant to this vid???????????
@livableincome 2 жыл бұрын
@@urby5633 Perhaps it is evil to own a Prius? 😂
@jmard24 3 жыл бұрын
the car everybody laughs at until they get one. im on my second prius and i absolutely love it. i want to get another to turn into a camper
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah but then I'm laughing at them while they're spending all their money on gas and auto repairs, lol I'm jk. The Prius is like secretly the most incredibly engineered car in the world
@jmard24 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures i tell people that all the time. most of the maintenance is basic oil changes and things like wiper blades. wven the brakes last forever
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
@@jmard24 yeah I have talked to multiple prius owners that have 300K+ miles on their Prius and the only thing they ever did was change the oil and tires, it never broke down once on them
@AnaTorres-kd9pb 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures now I want one 😍 🤣
@t.c.3027 3 жыл бұрын
@@AnaTorres-kd9pb U & me both Ms. Ana!! 🙏🏿...checking now to see if I can order one completely stripped w/the exception of the cockpit🤔! i e.,wonder if my savings are substantial since it's a strongly made vehicle 🤔?
@amywalker7515 2 жыл бұрын
I've got my inverter put in and tried out my small instant pot, an infrared cooktop and a 700 watt microwave. All work great. Did a dry run of powering the essentials(freezer, refrigerator, modem, 2 latops and 4 LED lamps) in my home using 4-50 foot extension cords as a backup for a power outage. Most important thing is not to draw more than 1000 watts total at one time so you don't overtax your main battery. Why doesn't Toyota make a small camper using the Prius motor. I'd get one in a heartbeat.
@lorihutton4719 2 жыл бұрын
I just ask in my comment could I buy a battery off a wreck Prius to Power my camper? I can't afford Tesla's.
@treemoon6394 2 жыл бұрын
Think you could transfer one to the other? Conversion kits will be big soon, in my opinion.
@xuimod 7 ай бұрын
Toyota Sienna is hybrid only and comes close to being camper sized.
@rocksaltcomando 6 ай бұрын
The probably do in Japan or something similar
@SteveJaffe 2 жыл бұрын
I currently live full-time out of my Toyota Sienna. A few weeks ago I watched this video. I've known about the climate control capability of the vehicle for years. But seeing your microwave and inverter was a revelation. I had no idea you could run appliances off the Prius. Game-changer! I've watched a ton of Prius dwelling video since then.. I even rented a Prius 2 weeks ago to check it out in depth. Now I am 90% sure I'll be making the Prius my next vehicle to live out of. And I'm stoked! 🙂 From one nomad to another...Your content has had a huge impact on me. Thanks. Keep it up man. Good stuff.
@eatonkuntz Жыл бұрын
It's harsh on the 12v starting battery. I'd recommend a small lithium battery and a charging relay/ auto cutoff between the lithium and the starting battery. The relay protects your starting battery and charges only when the engine is on. Worth every penny.
@SlammedAvalon Жыл бұрын
@@eatonkuntz were could I get one of those
@eatonkuntz Жыл бұрын
@@SlammedAvalon amazon, it's called "Dual Battery Isolator Kit"
@SlammedAvalon Жыл бұрын
@@eatonkuntz thank you I appreciate you for replying to me.
@eatonkuntz Жыл бұрын
@@SlammedAvalon for a battery you can also get a 20ah or 50ah LiFePO4 (lithium) battery that's quite small and not too expensive. If you have more space you can just get a marine size 31 battery at an auto store. More capacity and less upfront cost.
@KristinReneeCreative 3 жыл бұрын
I’m on my second Prius now! It is the most amazing car and no one understands why we’re such a cult until they buy one lol. I have the solar roof so my climate control uses the solars!!!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's a great car, I bet that solar roof is a great addition, especially in the hot regions of the country, take care
@M447DT 2 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures what year is your prius what model year is realiable?
@dianaangell3348 2 жыл бұрын
yeah solar panel on top would be better than running through the system all the time.
@CamperGirl03 2 жыл бұрын
Great to have solar!!
@jillianwolf3846 2 жыл бұрын
yessss I love my Prius so much
@JosephiGoebbeli 3 жыл бұрын
i was happy to sit through 30 minutes of this.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Cool, so glad you enjoyed it!
@rickwaggoner8479 3 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@rosemariehogan1262 3 жыл бұрын
Me, too. I enjoyed watching all of it and learned how to set up my inverter when I get one. Didn't guess it would be so easy.
@jpyramjd 2 жыл бұрын
Same here. Loved it
@socaltl8535 Ай бұрын
Videos like this make me consider buying a Prius.
@BilluAwann Жыл бұрын
This is like the proper legit straight up video by any camper on KZfaq no nonsense just straight facts
@sydneyung8841 3 жыл бұрын
This is the truth and reality of car camping. As much as we love to see the expensive brand names and elaborate builds, these budget builds are great. Thanks for sharing!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree. One of my goals with this was to be able to travel on a budget. Things can get expensive real quick
@adobotravels 3 жыл бұрын
You’re prepared man, simple minimalist life is underrated
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. Yes I guess you could call this a minimalist type lifestyle
@jennifervosler91 2 жыл бұрын
I camp out of my Prius all the time. I bought a tent called habitat that fits on the back hatchback gives you headspace and airflow with screens. I have used it since 2015.
@mikert2010 2 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate the little things that add value to your life and don’t cost much, it is just about fitting just right. Like the fridge door being held up by the passenger seat. I think you have a talent for solving problems
@marilynnfreeman459 3 жыл бұрын
Nice work! I liked that you showed pictures of the Amazon pages for the items you purchased.
@shirleypainter5346 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree, that was very helpful.
@ceedubbz777 3 жыл бұрын
I liked that too!
@kittycat1302 3 жыл бұрын
@@ceedubbz777 me three!! Very helpful. I hope he’s doing the commission thing with Amazon; he deserves it!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@happyarmadillofarm9026 3 жыл бұрын
Bro.. you got the set up.. I'm probably gonna start basing most of my 08 Prius build off of this video. Thanks for the info.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
No problem, I'm glad I could help! The second-generation Prius is an excellent car
@speakingthetruthinlove9895 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures Will you please tell me what brand refrigerator you use? Thank you.
@All3Web 3 жыл бұрын
@@speakingthetruthinlove9895 It's in the video!
@sanggol2 3 жыл бұрын
@@speakingthetruthinlove9895 Mmm
@strawberryrhubarbpie 3 жыл бұрын
Was that a basket of rocks
@challacustica9049 7 ай бұрын
Clever setup. Never imagined all of this could work in a prius.
@MissingPersonsMysteries 2 жыл бұрын
I love my Prius and Honda civic hybrid. So easy to work on - even the batteries! However, I've had issues with the Prius handling in snow. I've had issues with below freezing weather effecting the battery health. But that's honestly it. I love my hybrids! Maybe I'll see you out on the road! Planning a cross country trip here for the channel real soon
@ChanelThomas248 3 жыл бұрын
This is the best prius camper video I have seen. Your details are extremely helpful. Thank you for helping someone like me understand!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it
@M447DT 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures what year is your prius what generation of prius is most reliable ?
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 2006. I've heard the second gen (2004-2009) is the most reliable but they're all reliable in all honesty
@noturningback2023 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures Will you please tell me what brand refrigerator you have?
@discerningmind 3 жыл бұрын
@@M447DT If it helps, we bought a brand new Prius C in 2013. In eight years it's never broken. Maintenance only. The only special thing we do is to keep the garage heat on during the winter time. Temperature extremes are hard on batteries. If you buy a used Prius, five years old or older be sure to check or replace the "House" battery, or "Control" battery. It's about the size of a regular car battery and it controls the entire car, sending signals to the traction battery and it also powers the audio system and other things. If that goes bad a Prius won't start or do anything.
@luvfunstuff2 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent set up. For those that are not familiar with instant pots, you might mention its versatility as it can be used to pressure cook meats/veggies, but also can be used like a stove top to brown meats, cook/simmer sauces, keep foods warm and even bake a cheesecake or other sweet cakes.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Very true! thanks for the tips
@dianemoonstone4715 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures : If you haven't yet, perhaps do a cooking vid on how it's used?
@amywalker7515 2 жыл бұрын
Be sure to use the smallest 3 quart model that uses only 645 watts (at least mine does) at the max. It takes a few minutes to get up to temperature and pressure THEN THE POWER COMPLETELY SHUTS OFF AND THE REST OF THE COOKING USES NO ELECTRICITY AT ALL. I have a Kill-a-Watt and observed this firsthand.
@JuCarlos-ex8ip 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah
@1sthawkfeathers547 2 жыл бұрын
@@amywalker7515 thank you for passing this along.
@Lo_Saephan Жыл бұрын
Love the basic setup. Mini fridge, microwave and instant pot just wow me. Some hotels don’t even have microwave and or mini fridge
@lyndasmith593 2 жыл бұрын
Well done. Right to the point...and no unnecessary distractions. Thank you! Happy & safe camping to you and your copilot.
@lexiolusiano7739 3 жыл бұрын
This was the very first Prius Camper video I ever saw. Before this I didn't even realize that people turned cars into campers. Much less that the Prius was the perfect car to camp or live in. Now I'm hooked and I've been binge watching these kinds of videos to learn for when I'm ready myself. I honestly believe that this kind of minimalist lifestyle can solve so many societal problems if single young people lived liked this in order to save money so they can settle down with a family completely DEBT FREE!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
that's neat, I'm glad I was able to show you that car camping is a thing with this video. yeah, it's nice to live in your car for a while so you can save some money
@3dogsdesert Жыл бұрын
Or boomers whose lives didn't turn out as planned ... like me... 😆
@kellye.274 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for taking the time to show us your setup!! My Prius is 10 years old and has over 206k miles on it and is still going strong!! IMHO, NOTHING beats a Prius!!!!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Your welcome and that's great! Yeah I really feel like the Prius is one of the best cars on the road right now
@sandramihu882 2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my 2015 Prius
@arturo7926 2 жыл бұрын
My 2005 Prius has 276 thousand. I hope she keeps going. Her name is Pearl.
@wendyannh 2 жыл бұрын
This is incredible. I can’t believe how much stuff you’ve got there, and how much space you actually still have to move around in. Well done.
@bhaktandeva3307 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a helpful video! You’re so organized and practical in your setup. You did a really beautiful service to help other people get on the road! God bless you!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it
@michelle7352 3 жыл бұрын
I have a minivan but got so many tips and ideas from your setup. Best Prius setup I've seen. Thanks for taking the time to go into all the little details. Most creators dont and I think newbies want the details no one talks about. Great job!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to help! And yes i try to be of helpful to the newbies, i know all of it can be hard to understand
@GenesisRussell-jt2rp 3 жыл бұрын
I'm planning on getting a van to travel and camp in. I'm glad that I watched this because it gave me a lot of ideas on how to maximize space. I'm shocked that you made a Prius work for you! This is incredible! Your gas mileage is making me very jealous haha
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Yes not many people believe that you can have everything you need to live in a Prius haha. Glad you enjoyed it
@theresakersey2260 7 ай бұрын
I just bought a Prius. I only drove it three times. It’s a 2008. This video is so inspiring and I can’t wait to go camping in my Prius.❤❤❤
@BambiEwing-lt8kr 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve never thought about owning a Prius I am into bigger vehicles but your description and showing of this car is amazing. And now I am totally into it! This is an excellent video
@MountainSpringsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@barockdobama3464 3 жыл бұрын
Moment we guys saw that dr pepper bottle, we were all waiting for him to be honest about the usage for it 😂
@akachucknasty 3 жыл бұрын
The cards holding in the window cover is pure genius.
@richking3999 7 ай бұрын
Wow, I’m impressed. We just went over 250,000 miles in our 2009 Prius so can relate to your love of the car. Great job!!
@leetcodeking4859 Жыл бұрын
Been living in my Prius for 2 years now in Phoenix Arizona. Love how many features it has.
@joseibarra713 3 жыл бұрын
This is amazing!!! You put MacGyver to shame!!!! Thank you!!!!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks Jose! I'll take that as a compliment! Haha, you're welcome
@martineavila5708 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best Prius camping conversions I have watched on YT. I like the fridge.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Well thank you very much! That means a lot
@Techie_ASMR 9 ай бұрын
so for 8 hours of sleep, the engine only runs for like 45min and keeps you cool or warm. woow. that s impressive
@GRIANMEDIA Жыл бұрын
One of the best videos on this topic I’ve ever seen. Key to success is to be clean, minimalistic and organized, you checked all three
@debracadman4212 3 жыл бұрын
Oh and a big thank you for showing us all your brought cheaper things from Amazon,you seem like a very grounded man and your not there to impress anyone,you have made your camping and traveling so much easier for yourself and did it cheaply,you didn't brag about having all the mod cons of camping either,it's nice and refreshing to see and meet someone like you, only with everything you brought and used them fantastically, thank you so much for showing us how it's done and to live in it comfortably, 🧡🐾🐾🐾🌻🍀🌹👍😄
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, that means a lot, yea one of my goals was to see how cheaply I could build everything. Check out my other videos if you want. God bless!
@rickwaggoner8479 3 жыл бұрын
I 2nd that!
@JosephiGoebbeli 3 жыл бұрын
you’re living the dream mate.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@Jay.R444 10 ай бұрын
Can’t even say how much this has helped me. Great video, thank you for the time and energy you put into it!
@stargypsysoul604 Жыл бұрын
Bout to go see your other videos but this is the one that came up when I searched Prius campers. And to say I’m impressed is not enough. Pure info, clear shots, explanations. Thank you!!
@Jolly.Mermaid 3 жыл бұрын
I love how organized you are!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I'm not always super organized though, sometimes my car gets a mess. there's not really much room to be unorganized in a car like this
@KMF3 3 жыл бұрын
I'm so impressed how everything fits so perfectly and it looks like you have absolutely nothing in your car when you 1st open it up
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that was one of my goals, to keep it stealth so nobody would ever guess that somebody is living inside of it
@Mixedblood82 2 жыл бұрын
I love this video. Simple and humble and proud of what you have. Awesome to have such nice down to earth people like you
@lovingatlanta 2 жыл бұрын
👍I had no idea how cool a Prius is. Your set is nice, efficient & sufficient. Thanks for sharing. 💝
@Christian_Prepper 3 жыл бұрын
*INCREDIBLE SET UP!* *Consider not smothering your inverter with too many clothes because all inverters have a ventilation fan & need to breath otherwise over time they will burn out faster.* *Also consider when it's in drive-mode cover everything behind your seats with a simple dark colored sheet just in case someone peeks in & feels tempted to smash & grab when your not "home".*
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I have since taken the inverter out of that little cubby and put it inside the cab of the car. And yes good idea on covering everything with a dark sheet, I often put my window covers in the front windows so nobody can see in
@sophirichmanfletcher4657 3 жыл бұрын
This has to be the most detailed, informative and well-thought-out video I have come across!! I really appreciate that you have a variety of nifty gadgets and you tell us where to get them. I am intrigued by the climate control feature, and the fact that you can use a microwave without killing the battery! I'm very interested in the water spigot that runs off USB?! I didn't know such a thing existed, but I'm definitely bookmarking this video for future reference! Thanks so much for such an intimate look at your fabulous little refuge.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, that means a lot. I actually put links to all the gadgets in the description of the video if you want to look at them. Yes the climate control feature is excellent. The way i use a microwave is by turning the car on. I made a video about how the prius can be used as a generator, its on my channel. God bless!
@sophirichmanfletcher4657 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures I especially appreciate that you include the links below the video. What an amazing little vehicle--I wonder why no one else has utilized that technology in larger vehicles? I use a Kodiak Inergy generator/inverter to power my various gadgets but I don't have solar panels for it (have 2 but too big, bulky, and won't fit on the roof of my conversion van). I don't like being so dependent on shore power, or charging while I drive. 🤷♀️ Eventually... I have an Alpicool fridge that looks similar to yours. I love that you provide for your canine friend. Two cats let me share their space. Thanks again for all the insights. I feel like so many of us are reinventing the wheel for each of our tiny homes! Stay safe!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
yeah it would be great if they used the hybrid technology in a larger vehicle. I feel like a Toyota Highlander hybrid would be a good camper conversion but it's not as reliable as a Prius. Solar power systems are still great. Good luck with your camper and safe travels
@Mark_Anthony 5 ай бұрын
Totally impressed with the ingenuity of your setup in that Prius! Amazing!
@amandawoodward5596 2 жыл бұрын
Currently leasing a prius with intentions to buy. I love it. Have no intention of converting it but I love seeing all the things people have done with it.
@Luciferisking512 3 жыл бұрын
Man you’ve almost sold me on an old Prius for camping. Running the hvac off the battery most of the time and 15 miles off a little bottle of emergency gas. Dope
@TimeGallon 3 жыл бұрын
www.nj.com/union/2014/08/deceased_woman_in_elizabeth_worked_four_jobs_napped_in_car_overcome_by_fumes_police_say.html I’d be SUPER careful sleeping in a car with a bottle of gasoline.
@Luciferisking512 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimeGallon if you use a sealed bottle made from gas it doesn’t leak fumes. Plus she was in a ‘01 Kia. It’s exhaust was probably non existent leaking into the cabin. A Prius runs for a few minutes every hour, as long as your exhaust is working fully and you aren’t parking in a closed garage you are fine.
@TimeGallon 3 жыл бұрын
Zach S I’ve owned 3 priuses and I’ve lived out of one for almost 2 years. I had a carbon monoxide detector, fridge, tri-fold cot, curtains, the whole set up. So I’m not dissing any effort to cut corners but I would never keep a bottle of gasoline in my car as I slept. Even if it was 100% sealed and tested in a lab by professionals, it would bother me that I’m potentially putting my mental health at risk by breathing in gasoline fumes that could escape if the bottle manages to leak. Not to mention the highly explosive nature of a sealed container of gas. I’d just rather keep an eye on my fuel gauge and if I absolute had to carry extra gas, I’d get a exterior luggage rack and store a five gallon container. Cause I mean, an extra 15 miles sounds cool but if you’re low on gas and decide to park somewhere secluded instead of finding a gas station and then you end up running completely out of gas, I don’t have any sympathy for you lol. And if you do run out of gas but the nearest gas station is 25 miles away then the extra gas is pretty much pointless.
@Luciferisking512 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimeGallon you are very right. But MSR white gas bottles for backpacking stoves have like 50 years of track record of people using them safely in these situations.
@nobeln.6793 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimeGallon Idk why the woman wouldn't have a CO2 detector but as long as you have one you will be okay!
@RH-jl9ze 3 жыл бұрын
I just traded in my Prius with over half a million miles on it for another Prius. I don't want any other car.
@oamsfl73 2 жыл бұрын
original hybrid battery?
@smirking8457 2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about getting one. The new models are like 54 mpg, you think it’s worth it?
@chantzabrams1527 2 жыл бұрын
Good Job Dude! Never considered a Prius for much of anything, muchness a camper. It's truly amazing.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 👍
@hdrider2071 2 жыл бұрын
Dude you have thoroughly used the space in the Prius well . I am impressed with all you have done. Thanks for sharing.
@KatrinaQuisilVlogs 3 жыл бұрын
Oh, this is why there's a lot of people who lived in a prius. It's that hybrid battery. Wow! Fuel economy is amazing! You pretty much have everything in there.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
yes, i have everything i need pretty muich
@johnbecker683 3 жыл бұрын
Wife and I took 9 day 8 night trip in our Prius V in the winter to Iowa this October was pleasurable. Well done.
@ulrikalindberg2697 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! So inspired, just got my license and I have a Prius and love to do this. Free for real. I’m gonna start modifying and get a fridge for sure. Love from Sweden ✌️
@Smokeysmom1 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. How long did it take you to organize this? It's like the Prius was designed to hold everything you have perfectly. Impressive.
@TelmaFrege 3 жыл бұрын
I have a Prius and a dog, and we both love roadtrips. So far we either stayed in dog-friendly hotels or set up a campsite. This is what I'll try next. I'll have to re-think all the stuff I usually put in the car when camping, most is "just in case" but they take up space. Thanks!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah no problem, good luck with your build. I've learned from experience that I don't carry anything that I don't need now
@sloburnnn 3 жыл бұрын
Wow ! Amazing. You have so much in such a small space. I’m gonna show this to my buddy who lives in his Prius. Hopefully he’ll get some ideas.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks yeah it took a few months of living out of my Prius to get everything organized and completely consolidated to where I could fit everything in such a small space
@nova1969ck 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing. I am so glad I came across this video. I recently purchased a Prius and have been learning all about them. I am really enjoying what I am learning and will be implementing with my Prius. Thank you.
@kimchurbuck1513 Жыл бұрын
Really good ideas here! Makes me want a Prius, too! I like the bendable screen holder, camping dog bed and inflatable air pad. He has a good knowledge of the wiring, the advantages of his vehicle and what he wanted to do. Really great job!
@kammerjohn9553 3 жыл бұрын
My 2005 Prius has 470k. Same engine and transmission. Got a rebuilt hybrid battery at 358k. It's indestructible.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! That's incredible, you might be the highest mileage Prius I've heard yet. How many miles were on it when you bought it? also, what kind of work have you done besides rebuilding the hybrid battery since you've owned it?
@kammerjohn9553 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures Yeah! I post on Priuschat about my car. Bought it new. I am on all the high mileage threads. Going for the 500k thread. I run synthetic oil. Change every 10k. Sparkplugs, transmission fluid, serpentine belt, every 100k. Only changed the front brake shoes once @ 300k. And tires of course. That's it! Everything still works. Best car ever in terms of reliability and maintenance. Although my Tesla M3 may beat it...🤞
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
@@kammerjohn9553 that's really cool, I didn't even know the Prius had a serpentine belt. I just looked at the manual and I thought it's only said to change the spark plugs and the transmission fluid at 100k-120k, I didn't see anything about any kind of belt.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
@@kammerjohn9553 does your Prius burn oil? Mine Burns oil slightly, after 5000 miles I have to add a quart every 2000 miles or so. I also use full synthetic
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
@@kammerjohn9553 also what kind of fuel economy did you get? I'm only getting like 38 in the winter, it's a little disappointing. I actually just bought my Prius from a lady who also bought it new in 2006, and she has had it garage kept all these years
@johnduvenez4138 3 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to thank you for all the great information of the products used to make your vehicle so practical for travel and adventures. I was unaware that solar products were available for lighting, battery backup, phone chargers, sleep options and all the possibilities available. Thank you for sharing your adventurous spirit and ideas. You make camping so much fun.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Your welcome. I don't actually use solar, I use my Prius as a generator to power all my electronics but glad you enjoyed it!
@Patty5825 Жыл бұрын
The perfect example of having everything you need. Good job! Thanks for sharing.
@Kingdom-Republic Жыл бұрын
I love the Fit Perfectly Part all the time. A man who take pride in his work.
@GEAUXFRUGAL 3 жыл бұрын
I was a trucker they trained us NEVER to sleep behind the wheel that's your alert place. Best to crawl into bed you'll sleep better and safer than eventually falling asleep behind the wheel when driving.
@rickwaggoner8479 3 жыл бұрын
Been there, done that, very true!
@Roobah 3 жыл бұрын
Yep, too easy to get blood clots in your legs and travel to your heart or lungs and you die from sitting in the front seat too long. Make sure you get horizontal at least 7 hours a day every day. Sleep in the back always. (Just ask YTer Car Living Case about that. Ended up in the emergency room from sleeping in the front seat kf his car.)
@robkunkel8833 3 жыл бұрын
Having a seat that folds down helps.
@EfficientRVer 3 жыл бұрын
I guess going to sleep in the driving position could be subconsciously habit forming. But because most of my car sleeping was 1 or 2 nights at a time, and the driver's seat goes completely horizontal, that is what I normally did. Not worth setting up a bed and crawling to it for just a night or two. And I never confused driving position (looking out the windshield) with sleeping position (looking at the roof and actually having a black sheet stretched out above me). As for clots, I can get my legs horizontal with feet behind the brake pedal. The trick is to not step on the brake pedal if the car is in Ready Mode (a fancy way of saying On and ready to drive) which would ruin your stealth with brake lights. In some cars, the brake lights come on even with the car off! I discovered that when sleeping on the front floor of a rental car in a national park (rangers tend to look in the back for people). I got a knock on the window in the middle of the night because my brake lights were on! But it was from people telling me to get off the brake pedal before the ranger found me! Linda of Serene and Simple Life sleeps in the driver's seat in various positions, living in a Highlander, preferring it to a bed in the back. But she's the exception to the rule among people living fulltime in a vehicle. In any case, it's such a space-saving move, that it's worth figuring out whether it works as well for you as a bed. It does also have the huge advantage of being able to much more quickly drive away if things go bump in the night that you want to get away from. Plus easier access to HVAC controls, lights, horn, etc.
@Kim-hl8mf 3 жыл бұрын
Isn't it great when everything fits perfectly 😃🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🌴🌴🌴🌴🌴🌴
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Yes!
@d1user 3 жыл бұрын
No
@LinnLinnok-fe5tq 7 ай бұрын
Awesome! This is more like the setup I had in my Blazer when I lived in it on the road. Minimal work, nothing fancy, inexpensive, and total stealth. The big fancy vans are SO OBVIOUS even when they are “stealth”. And bluntly, if I want to live in something that looks like a house, I’ll just live in a house. For living in a vehicle and traveling, this is perfect. Love it.
@stacyeisner441 7 ай бұрын
Youre teaching me what uve been needing to learn. Biggest takeaway from this video is that i don't need thousands upon thlysans for piwer & refrigeration!! What a relief!❤
@jphillips4509 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing all that you have done to make your car such a smart and affordable way to see all of the beauty that God created. May God bless and keep you safe, healthy and rolling. :-)
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. God bless!
@kittycat1302 3 жыл бұрын
BTW: I hope you are doing the Amazon affiliation plan so you can get a little income from the products you’re recommending. You certainly deserve it.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, yes I just started doing the Amazon affiliate stuff about 2 weeks ago.
@reginagracecaeli5480 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures so how does it work? How can you get credit by the products you showed?
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
@@reginagracecaeli5480 you get a tiny commission every time someone buys one of the products that you link on your videos
@cake3291 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures that's so great! better than nothing. start linking THE HELL out of them, maybe do individual in-depth video reviews too : )
@girlnextdoorgrooming 3 жыл бұрын
@@MountainSpringsAdventures how do you get an Amazon affiliate account?
@BSharp369 7 ай бұрын
Love your set up! And the biggest bonus is the climate control which the Prius already has! Awesome vid!
@nunyabeezwacks1408 8 ай бұрын
Thank you for showing us your Prius Pod! I enjoyed your straightforward video and especially appreciate that you didn't use music to accompany your narration.
@luckydubefan808 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing us where your dog sleeps
@saxmanzzz 2 жыл бұрын
A really useful video for anyone planning to use a standard vehicle as a camper. Some very clever ideas and tips . Thanks !
@jacketnipple 2 жыл бұрын
The only thing that makes it all possible is the little silent companion- the Doggy!! 😄♡
@bellachi9575 2 жыл бұрын
Really informative. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. I’m rethinking a Prius over a van.
@howfreecanibe 3 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful tour of your amazing set up. I'm gathering information from different channels and am just about ready to get my prius and set everything up. Thank you for taking the time to do this, you're an inspiration. All the best to you and your pup! Looking forward to more videos from you :)
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you like it. I'll be making more videos soon so subscribe if you want. Good luck on your Prius build!
@gov683 3 жыл бұрын
Marvellous!!!! Never knew Prius had so much to offer
@garethbaus5471 3 жыл бұрын
It is seriously one of the most practical cars you can own if you don't need to transport more than 5 people in a 1 car at a time and don't need to tow much more than 1000 pounds.
@sspain2149 Жыл бұрын
Great video and awesome setup. Always cool to see something pretty realistic to pull off, rather than the expensive buildouts.
@maxboya 10 ай бұрын
SO! I have started doing the same thing and let me just say I love this car! 4 months in so far and I love it and love the vast variety now of being able to travel and see the country how I want when I want for CHEAP! I am very mechanically inclined I mean my other cars are a 90s V12 BMW 7 series and a 63" Cadillac. This Prius changed my outlook on life. Thanks man.
@brianwilson8088 3 жыл бұрын
My god this is satisfying. You thought of everything! It looks so comfortable and RELIABLE!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you liked it!
@oxcart19 3 жыл бұрын
Great setup! At first I thought you were joking about living in the car, but you have done an excellent job making it possible.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
yes its possible
@KellsSmith1244 Ай бұрын
Smoke alarm! You’re awesome and thoughtful and I absolutely love this video. I love how you call it a fort.
@ChipyRose 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this set up and what you’ve learned along the way. It is inspiring! Love it. Thank you again! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@MountainSpringsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome :)
@theequeenbeast2746 3 жыл бұрын
I definitely look at hybrid cars differently now, I love the gallon of water faucet set up !
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Cool, glad you enjoyed it!
@worshipjesusco9878 2 жыл бұрын
Where did you buy the gallon water pump.???
@worshipjesusco9878 2 жыл бұрын
Where did you buy the gallon water pump ???
@TANYAJOY629 3 жыл бұрын
This is an amazing set up! I've watched this 1000 times! Thank you
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you found it helpful! God bless!
@helpyourcattodrive 2 жыл бұрын
I just sent it to a friend and I’m watching for like the fifth time.
@olegnalocj 7 ай бұрын
Great video! I envy people like you who have converted their vehicles to live in. You save so much money by not paying rent or a mortgage. Awesome job!
@gracecrane254 Жыл бұрын
Excellent! Might be the most convenient looking layouts and use of space I’ve seen!
@jeanwest1058 3 жыл бұрын
Love, love, love this!!!!! I’m a nomad wannabe and your video was such an inspiration. Had to subscribed. Can wait to see more of you
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks a lot, that's cool, I plan to make more videos soon
@mrtambourineman6107 3 жыл бұрын
A place for everything, and everything in its place...
@diadiecisse3089 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t usually comment on videos, but man! This forces respect. So respect man!
@Peter-lf7ct 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool! I love all the diy without complex engineering work, but very smart stuff. I’d probably never do something like this, but it’s interesting just to see how it’s done.
@wagnerribeiro8036 3 жыл бұрын
Your adaptations are impressive! Thanks for sharing it!
@MountainSpringsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@phyllisd3705 2 жыл бұрын
This is so cool! I really appreciate you sharing all the ways you customized the Prius to make it comfy and efficient.
@MountainSpringsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@RAM-BAWN 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy seeing how people build their own. Great job.
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