VanLife | My RUSTIC, CHEAP Chevy Astro Van Conversion TOUR!

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AdamRuzzo

AdamRuzzo

Күн бұрын

My Intro Song (and other music): open.spotify.com/track/0OcI3u...
My 2005 Chevy Astro Cargo Van Conversion. DIY Conversion on the simple/rustic side!
My awesome foldable and COOMFY mattress: Milliard Tri Folding Mattress... www.amazon.ca/dp/B00DJ8HWBU?r...
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@mightyjoebean
@mightyjoebean Күн бұрын
I love that it looks like a regular van on the exterior
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 13 сағат бұрын
Yep that’s the idea, most people did not look twice, just assumed it was a work van!
@brendanmitchell3545
@brendanmitchell3545 21 күн бұрын
I really like the dividing door. it gives it really a homey atmosphere
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 17 күн бұрын
An essential feature!!
@Bulldozer2010
@Bulldozer2010 Жыл бұрын
Didn't think I'd find another Chrome, I just did. Keep doin the videos.....please. My van is more basic mate, but I'm getting there. I'm a construction worker from England. A smaller country but still lots to see.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Yo!! Thanks for coming aboard! I’m a fan of basic vans, if you do it yourself it’s the satisfaction of it that matters 👍
@venetiakelley
@venetiakelley 5 ай бұрын
Beautiful guitar playing
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 5 ай бұрын
Thank you :) I made a few videos of that!
@timothythegreat6294
@timothythegreat6294 11 ай бұрын
talk about use of space ! 🎉
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 10 ай бұрын
Why thank you Timothy the great :)
@marymacgregor6952
@marymacgregor6952 7 ай бұрын
Very cool, I like it.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 7 ай бұрын
Thanks Mary!
@fstfrdy
@fstfrdy 4 күн бұрын
So many questions lol. I have in my driveway an 03 Astro cargo that is destined to be my home. It is a 4x4 conversion and is completely empty. You give excellent detail I am rethinking my bed already one of my problems is no roof rack but i got some ideas. Excellent vid.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 4 күн бұрын
Cool. Astros are small keep in mind.. something I realized in hindsight, so be super detailed in how you create space!
@l.ohland6992
@l.ohland6992 Жыл бұрын
I converted a 99 Astro, and drove it across the US and back… just got back. Mine has the windows all around, so I don’t have as much storage, and I need to tweak it, but I love it. You are so right… you definitely need a comfortable bed ! I think my whole conversion cost about $300, including gear. I do like your screen idea… I’m going to do that for next summer. Cool van…
@mikkikas6821
@mikkikas6821 Жыл бұрын
You sure love the log cabin look! Me, too!🤗
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
It makes it feel much more cozy in there!
@haroldleedye7755
@haroldleedye7755 7 ай бұрын
Good Job I'm a Drummer with good percussion equipment that I've got to fit into my Chevy 1/2 ton long wheelbase / one thing at a time. Thanks for a good video.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 7 ай бұрын
Awesome!!
@andrewconway7730
@andrewconway7730 8 ай бұрын
Love it. Very cozy. Love that you picked an old Astro Van. Great job, and very stealthy.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 8 ай бұрын
Thank you! Currently parked in downtown Ottawa with this little beast ;)
@lisawynne283
@lisawynne283 Жыл бұрын
Love what you've done with the van very cozy and useable nice job
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Yep, keep it really simple :)
@MattSteeves
@MattSteeves Жыл бұрын
The Nancy is in her prime! You’re living the dream buddy!
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Definitely in her prime... I just hope her prime lasts for like 5 more years 😂
@hamblinhomestead4046
@hamblinhomestead4046 4 ай бұрын
Doing a basic build myself. '01 2wd, white, windows on the rear and one on the sliding door. Pull out bed that is removable (for state inspection, don't need to add seatbelts), sink made from a chaffing pan and pump faucet, 2 slice toaster oven, porta John, single agm battery, 100w solar at the moment, and a small portable tv with a knock off NES for when it rains at the campground. Motorcycle carrier on the back, toss in my Merlin M4 dulcimer and a couple of collapsible fishing rods. People ask me why not just get an RV? Because, I'm making it to my specs, and cheaper to insure. Not a permanent house, just something for my outdoor adventures.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 4 ай бұрын
Sounds great to me! Ya “the crowd” always will try and sway you to something more conventional. Good on you!! Sounds like a sweet set up :)
@StylusMeetsVinyl
@StylusMeetsVinyl Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@TheirHappyTrails
@TheirHappyTrails Жыл бұрын
Awesome man!! That thing is adventure ready!
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yep in her prime right now!
@haliletwin6315
@haliletwin6315 Жыл бұрын
Wow those screens are a great idea!! 😂
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Frig ya they are!
@jjtrue
@jjtrue Жыл бұрын
Congrats on an awesome build, subbed from seeing you on VanCity! :)
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Wicked! Thank you JJ
@zekielswheel
@zekielswheel 8 ай бұрын
Just bought a 95 Astro cargo, real tight budget for the build so I am t a k i n g n o t e s -- thank you!
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 8 ай бұрын
Great! I also did a video on how to build cheaply, have fun!!
@teaberrywmn
@teaberrywmn Жыл бұрын
3 guitars in the van! Nice!!
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Too many 🤣 but necessary for me!
@darlingArlene
@darlingArlene Жыл бұрын
Lovely
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@lisawynne283
@lisawynne283 Жыл бұрын
Nice video
@spyfire242
@spyfire242 Жыл бұрын
Its a little scuffed and messy but I like it! My OCD brain would also like to clean/organize it lol.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
But It’s clean and organized to me 😉
@mendozaconsultation
@mendozaconsultation Жыл бұрын
Nice set up. For flex solar panels from all I READ, you have to have airflow underneath or the burn out.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Yep.. you’re right. I taped mine on and it burned right out
@HalifaxComputersRepair
@HalifaxComputersRepair Жыл бұрын
well am in halifax lol , i do have computer business for repairs ..... in case you drive by
@ThePlanet_L.I.
@ThePlanet_L.I. Жыл бұрын
Your solar burnt out because you didn't let breath, u taped to roof of the van with no space in between Stro Bro. Other than that dope build🙂👍🏾
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yep rookie error on the flexible panel. I think I’m just going to bite the bullet and get regular panels. I’ve been without panels for like 4 months now!!
@yannvasse7033
@yannvasse7033 Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍😎😎😎
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
🤙🤙🤙
@MandsPOV
@MandsPOV Жыл бұрын
Will you elaborate more on how your flexible solar panel burned out? Im about to buy 4 of them....
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Make sure you have an air gap between the flexible panel and the roof of your van! That way the heat can escape and not overheat the panel :-)
@Bruno-ho5jl
@Bruno-ho5jl Жыл бұрын
I subscribed to honor Barrios.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Barrios MANGORE baby 👍 you’re the only one who probably gets that haha
@lilfarmer
@lilfarmer Жыл бұрын
You kinda sound like survivorman
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Haha. Well we are from around the same neck of the woods!
@pietroruzzo4329
@pietroruzzo4329 Жыл бұрын
Adam se passi in italia me ne vengo con te.
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Sarebbe un piacere! creerò più spazio
@abbyinthewind
@abbyinthewind Жыл бұрын
What do you use for your mattress? Also what is the length between your floor and top of mattress? I see you can still sit up nicely!
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Here is the mattress! I had to redo the entire bed before this current set up, because it was too narrow and too high! Keep your bed LOW. Milliard Tri Folding Mattress... www.amazon.ca/dp/B00DJ8HWBU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
@jasonclark8040
@jasonclark8040 Жыл бұрын
Hey, new subscriber, is that an acid battery at 7:20 if so it needs plenty of outside ventilation, very caustic vapors, will kill☠️ same w propane tank. But I still like the rusticness of your build🤟
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
Ya it’s a lead acid battery. I just figured since the roof vent was always open and the seals on the back doors are drafts I’d be ok?
@jasonclark8040
@jasonclark8040 Жыл бұрын
@@adamruzzo Traditionally, yeah. It'd vent itself through the roof fan or each time you open the back. Chemically, while charging, it produces hydrogen and oxygen. So basically unless you were snowed in, had everything sealed up tight for days, never got out to pee, ect. And then fired up your stove or candles or bong or whatever, yeah if the fumes didn't get ya the explosion 💥 would. But I'm no expert, ask Alexa what she says 🤪 I'm into car audio and they say having wet cell lead acid batteries in the trunk is bad. To use lithium but they're a bit expensive. So maybe that'd be an option down the road? I guess if you have no side affects, you should be fine. Just tryna look out for ya🤟 Can't wait to see some more vidz!
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo Жыл бұрын
@@jasonclark8040 I appreciate it! Well, the battery is now dead so I will have to get another one anyways 😆I'll remember your advice👍
@RaaWaylife-ij9mk
@RaaWaylife-ij9mk 9 ай бұрын
How long gas last on the idle AC on
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 9 ай бұрын
not sure, AC is LONG gone on this thing lol
@RaaWaylife-ij9mk
@RaaWaylife-ij9mk 9 ай бұрын
@@adamruzzo 😭
@haroldleedye7755
@haroldleedye7755 7 ай бұрын
Miles ?
@adamruzzo
@adamruzzo 7 ай бұрын
The van made it to 275000kms… I just scrapped it :( it was a good run though 👍
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