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$500 Van Life Build Out Tips - What You Need For A Cheap Camper Van or Minivan Conversion

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Can you get everything you need for a basic camper van build for under $500 ? Yes, if you're getting the right stuff. Tips on what you need to get started in van life in your cargo van or minivan. Check the current prices: https://amzn.to/2HF3YOv - Heavy Duty Bed Frames (Twin, Narrow Twin, Twin XL) Then choose the matching mattress... https://amzn.to/2HCT4Zp - Mattress for Narrow Twin frame (75x31) https://amzn.to/34s1J9Q - Mattress for Twin frame (75x39) https://amzn.to/3ky72Km - Mattress for Twin XL frame (80x39) https://amzn.to/39W6UjO - Coleman 2 Burner Propane Stove https://amzn.to/2LYcqum - Ice Cooler https://amzn.to/2KLojCN - FoldingToilet For Vanlife https://amzn.to/3c6wzcj - Camper Shower https://amzn.to/3rNrBFP - Shower/Privacy Tent https://amzn.to/3k0FJZ0 - Rechargeable Inside Light (Crank) https://amzn.to/399IHHt - Solar Outdoor Lights (Set) Other Recent Vids: /watch/YCSK0sxX0YnXK - Van LIfe Water Storage/Usage /watch/wIxCZ7hGvoEGC - Minivan Build 3 Yrs Later /watch/sD43ePatfw4t3 - Van Life Gas/Fuel Prices /watch/4CXhDdcjZPGjh - Minivan Brands - Kia/Hyundia /watch/E1phQvRxjcBxh - $200 Van build Tips /watch/8B3Q7saaafmaQ - Minivan Details Dodge/Chrysler /watch/09in9sOBta2Bn - 12v Fridge under $150 /watch/ANdy3CM2qjA2y - Timing Belts vs Timing Chains /watch/EVWLBVe6FCO6L - Van Life Isolation - Loneliness /watch/o8zRh-z9CqD9R - Minivan Brands - Honda Info /watch/AdgQ0-t151R1Q - Your Van Build - Mistakes Are Okay /watch/A09Mk4CA2THAM - Which Jackery Do You Need? /watch/cHa5Bnn1WBF15 - Do You Want A Stealth Van Build /watch/AnM39_aI61eI3 - 1st 4 Things To Replace On Van /watch/kMdWH_TrTe9rW - Minivan Build Out Decisions /watch/8qAKSMhtDG5tK - Minivan $600 Solar and Fridge /watch/klDqPK6Mh9zMq - 5 Ways To Make Coffee In Your Van /watch/czZrK-3bs2bbr - Emergency Fund (How Much You Need) /watch/Id2xnk0QDQCQx - City Parks Free Camping /watch/QlPxU40qdflqx - Minivan Details - Toyota /watch/k_zqObRnqFgnq - Minivan Details - General Motors /watch/YoI0GtrJ2L4J0 - Winter Clothes For Doing VanLife /watch/MxYsfapy-1mys - 3 Worst Minivan Brands /watch/YLRkz9ywCmFwk - Private Campgrounds in Tenn /watch/QLdkUr1SnwKSk - First 5 Things For Minivan Build /watch/4Xg6EVNsNRps6 - Why RVs/Vans are OVERPRICED Right Now /watch/Uk2N6WtmFErmN - Van Life on Social Security Or Disability /watch/Ul9OvHmJ4AhJO - #1 Reason People FAIL at VanLife /watch/MG4nRfD2WqP2n - Why You WANT a simple build /watch/giE051W3s3Y30 - Folding Toilet For Vanlife /watch/Mg6ihnvRFmyRi - Propane vs Butane /watch/APeOTPw__Jl_O - **** Minivan Build Out 3 Years Later /watch/034VN2knZP7nV - Peeling Paint Repair /watch/Yxuq4qBErAIEq - Are you too old for van life? /watch/sM8thqOYB3rYt - 4 Reasons You NEED a Tent (For Van Life) /watch/YZRSbOKELvtES - Minivan Metal Bed Frame (holds 750 lbs) /watch/YgY6ct19Wo-96 - Couple fined $1000 in National Park /watch/Y1xfoq_qFCJqf - Finding the PERFECT Van Bed Height /watch/MAEzps3V5G-Vz - Best Camping Night Light /watch/c2aTPInIBfBIT - Van Life Crackdown /watch/oUpgbYv3Fsk3g - How To Stay Warm At Night (In A Van) /watch/oL-V9YB7zZf7V - 4 money tips to do Van Life /watch/8SKoRps4YNl4o - Police and Van Life /watch/YWQWOCIXAOjXW - You don't NEED solar /watch/4jFu9QGgrzxgu - EASY Minivan Slide-Out Bed Build /watch/oxphJqQbQw1bh - 4 Problem Solving Gadgets You'll Need /watch/84YvnaigUusgv - $$ What is a Digital Nomad /watch/gPGAk_MCwDjCA - Police Encounters and Van/RV Life /watch/ow1n7bgSuugSn - 3 Things EVERYONE should carry on trips /watch/ssLvC2GFzcUFv - eBay - 3 More Small Items To Sell Traveling /watch/0YjDpr8wyAcwD - First Campsite Destroyed By Hurr Laura /watch/891u-fOvyvavu - Making $$ from eBay On The Road -------------------------------------------- Go to Facebook and FOLLOW our page for other hints/tips/thoughts/fun stuff https://tinyurl.com/qqdx8lg --------------------------------- BudgetTravelGuy is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. I also participate in other affiliate programs where I may be compensated for referring traffic. --------------- Song "Open Highway" by Silent Partner is from the Youtube Audio Library #budgettravelguy Thanks for watching!

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    @BudgetTravelGuy3 years ago Check the current prices:
    - Heavy Duty Bed Frames (Twin, Narrow Twin, Twin XL)
    Then choose the matching mattress.
    - Mattress for Narrow Twin frame (75x31)
    - Mattress for Twin frame (75x39)
    - Mattress for Twin XL frame (80x39)
    - Coleman 2 Burner Propane Stove
    - Ice Cooler
    - FoldingToilet For Vanlife
    - Camper Shower
    - Shower/Privacy Tent
    - Rechargeable Inside Light (Crank)
    - Solar Outdoor Lights (Set)
    Other Recent Vids:
    - Van LIfe Water Storage/Usage
    - Minivan Build 3 Yrs Later
    - Van Life Gas/Fuel Prices
    - Minivan Brands - Kia/Hyundia
    - $200 Van build Tips
    - Minivan Details Dodge/Chrysler
    - 12v Fridge under $150
    - Timing Belts vs Timing Chains
    - Van Life Isolation - Loneliness
    - Minivan Brands - Honda Info
    - Your Van Build - Mistakes Are Okay
    - Which Jackery Do You Need?
    - Do You Want A Stealth Van Build
    - 1st 4 Things To Replace On Van
    - Minivan Build Out Decisions
    - Minivan $600 Solar and Fridge
    - 5 Ways To Make Coffee In Your Van
    - Emergency Fund (How Much You Need)
    - City Parks Free Camping
    - Minivan Details - Toyota
    - Minivan Details - General Motors
    - Winter Clothes For Doing VanLife
    - 3 Worst Minivan Brands
    - Private Campgrounds in Tenn
    - First 5 Things For Minivan Build
    - Why RVs/Vans are OVERPRICED Right Now
    - Van Life on Social Security Or Disability
    - #1 Reason People FAIL at VanLife
    - Why You WANT a simple build
    - Folding Toilet For Vanlife
    - Propane vs Butane
    - ** Minivan Build Out 3 Years Later
    - Peeling Paint Repair
    - Are you too old for van life?
    - 4 Reasons You NEED a Tent (For Van Life)
    - Minivan Metal Bed Frame (holds 750 lbs)
    - Couple fined $1000 in National Park
    - Finding the PERFECT Van Bed Height
    - Best Camping Night Light
    ..
    ...Expand
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    @quash83 years ago This is a great series, kevin. The price points also set up a way to set priorities, and having priorities means you escape the " where do i start? " paralysis. 5
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    @alwaysbepreparedwithjeff32453 years ago Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.
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    @H.pylori3 years ago Kevin, you are becoming the guru of the practical, startup van build. I still think that the bed frame and mattress are great ideas. With these and a few . ...Expand 2
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    @hauk38393 years ago Qwestion. Its more of an idea i' m gonna try. Why not use electric fridge freezer to freeze bottle them put in orcha or yeti color that can keep stuff . ...Expand
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    @MellowNomadicAdventures3 years ago Awesome and informative video once again! I love how you break down all the links in the description. Makes it very helpful for anyone looking to get started! . ...Expand 3
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    @rhondalyn1003 years ago Great ideas. I' m getting ready to pull the trigger on a dodge caravan (i know, i know. Bad transmission issues overall) so this will help me figure out how to build it out. Thanks!
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    @stevec38723 years ago My dilemma in my no-build van build, turn it back into a van in minutes is the bed: i don' t really need one because i can sleep on any floor other i bought a couple of cot mattresses for them but they were too soft. I tried a memory foam mattress to put on top and it was too soft. I had a mat like amat and when i put that on top of the cot mattresses it was just right.
    i' m now looking at one of those low padded and narrow lounge chairs that have different configurations and can also be put flat to use as a bed. I would go outside and fool around with how it might work with my van, but here in wisconsin we are in the midst of an arctic vortex with daytime temps in the single digits so i' m just staying inside where it' s warm.
    but everything i have for the van i pick for it to be able to have an equally good use when not in the van
    .
    ...Expand
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    @artwebb69393 years ago Given the current situation weather-wise, the first nicety that occurs to me is some sort of heater, if the person doing the van build doesn' t have a home base
    can' t wait to see theversion.
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    @wanderingtraveler12333 years ago I had thought about getting a recurring membership for a nationwide gym, but then realized the invation portable pump would be paid for in a short time and i would have it forever. So i ordered it today.
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    @anitasimmons35993 years ago Thank you for another great video. My only complaint is someone cleaned the menu chalkboard. Now i will never know if you made it to the van, or the bear got you. Safe travels.
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    @vegasontheat45403 years ago Choose a similiar bed frame that duznt have a center support. I found one. This support wont fit over/around the wheel well.
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    @larrybaumgardner64193 years ago Have you had a problem setting off motion lights moving around inside & shaking the van?
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    @BudgetTravelGuy3 years ago Check the current prices:
    - Heavy Duty Bed Frames (Twin, Narrow Twin, Twin XL)
    Then choose the matching mattress.
    - Mattress for Narrow Twin frame (75x31)
    - Mattress for Twin frame (75x39)
    - Mattress for Twin XL frame (80x39)
    - Coleman 2 Burner Propane Stove
    - Ice Cooler
    - FoldingToilet For Vanlife
    - Camper Shower
    - Shower/Privacy Tent
    - Rechargeable Inside Light (Crank)
    - Solar Outdoor Lights (Set)
    Other Recent Vids:
    - Van LIfe Water Storage/Usage
    - Minivan Build 3 Yrs Later
    - Van Life Gas/Fuel Prices
    - Minivan Brands - Kia/Hyundia
    - $200 Van build Tips
    - Minivan Details Dodge/Chrysler
    - 12v Fridge under $150
    - Timing Belts vs Timing Chains
    - Van Life Isolation - Loneliness
    - Minivan Brands - Honda Info
    - Your Van Build - Mistakes Are Okay
    - Which Jackery Do You Need?
    - Do You Want A Stealth Van Build
    - 1st 4 Things To Replace On Van
    - Minivan Build Out Decisions
    - Minivan $600 Solar and Fridge
    - 5 Ways To Make Coffee In Your Van
    - Emergency Fund (How Much You Need)
    - City Parks Free Camping
    - Minivan Details - Toyota
    - Minivan Details - General Motors
    - Winter Clothes For Doing VanLife
    - 3 Worst Minivan Brands
    - Private Campgrounds in Tenn
    - First 5 Things For Minivan Build
    - Why RVs/Vans are OVERPRICED Right Now
    - Van Life on Social Security Or Disability
    - #1 Reason People FAIL at VanLife
    - Why You WANT a simple build
    - Folding Toilet For Vanlife
    - Propane vs Butane
    - ** Minivan Build Out 3 Years Later
    - Peeling Paint Repair
    - Are you too old for van life?
    - 4 Reasons You NEED a Tent (For Van Life)
    - Minivan Metal Bed Frame (holds 750 lbs)
    - Couple fined $1000 in National Park
    - Finding the PERFECT Van Bed Height
    - Best Camping Night Light
    ..
    ...Expand
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    @H.pylori3 years ago Kevin, you are becoming the guru of the practical, startup van build. I still think that the bed frame and mattress are great ideas. With these and a few . ...Expand 2
  • @
    @hauk38393 years ago Qwestion. Its more of an idea i' m gonna try. Why not use electric fridge freezer to freeze bottle them put in orcha or yeti color that can keep stuff . ...Expand
  • @
    @MellowNomadicAdventures3 years ago Awesome and informative video once again! I love how you break down all the links in the description. Makes it very helpful for anyone looking to get started! . ...Expand 3
  • @
    @stevec38723 years ago My dilemma in my no-build van build, turn it back into a van in minutes is the bed: i don' t really need one because i can sleep on any floor other i bought a couple of cot mattresses for them but they were too soft. I tried a memory foam mattress to put on top and it was too soft. I had a mat like amat and when i put that on top of the cot mattresses it was just right.
    i' m now looking at one of those low padded and narrow lounge chairs that have different configurations and can also be put flat to use as a bed. I would go outside and fool around with how it might work with my van, but here in wisconsin we are in the midst of an arctic vortex with daytime temps in the single digits so i' m just staying inside where it' s warm.
    but everything i have for the van i pick for it to be able to have an equally good use when not in the van
    .
    ...Expand
  • @
    @BudgetTravelGuy3 years ago Check the current prices:
    - Heavy Duty Bed Frames (Twin, Narrow Twin, Twin XL)
    Then choose the matching mattress.
    - Mattress for Narrow Twin frame (75x31)
    - Mattress for Twin frame (75x39)
    - Mattress for Twin XL frame (80x39)
    - Coleman 2 Burner Propane Stove
    - Ice Cooler
    - FoldingToilet For Vanlife
    - Camper Shower
    - Shower/Privacy Tent
    - Rechargeable Inside Light (Crank)
    - Solar Outdoor Lights (Set)
    Other Recent Vids:
    - Van LIfe Water Storage/Usage
    - Minivan Build 3 Yrs Later
    - Van Life Gas/Fuel Prices
    - Minivan Brands - Kia/Hyundia
    - $200 Van build Tips
    - Minivan Details Dodge/Chrysler
    - 12v Fridge under $150
    - Timing Belts vs Timing Chains
    - Van Life Isolation - Loneliness
    - Minivan Brands - Honda Info
    - Your Van Build - Mistakes Are Okay
    - Which Jackery Do You Need?
    - Do You Want A Stealth Van Build
    - 1st 4 Things To Replace On Van
    - Minivan Build Out Decisions
    - Minivan $600 Solar and Fridge
    - 5 Ways To Make Coffee In Your Van
    - Emergency Fund (How Much You Need)
    - City Parks Free Camping
    - Minivan Details - Toyota
    - Minivan Details - General Motors
    - Winter Clothes For Doing VanLife
    - 3 Worst Minivan Brands
    - Private Campgrounds in Tenn
    - First 5 Things For Minivan Build
    - Why RVs/Vans are OVERPRICED Right Now
    - Van Life on Social Security Or Disability
    - #1 Reason People FAIL at VanLife
    - Why You WANT a simple build
    - Folding Toilet For Vanlife
    - Propane vs Butane
    - ** Minivan Build Out 3 Years Later
    - Peeling Paint Repair
    - Are you too old for van life?
    - 4 Reasons You NEED a Tent (For Van Life)
    - Minivan Metal Bed Frame (holds 750 lbs)
    - Couple fined $1000 in National Park
    - Finding the PERFECT Van Bed Height
    - Best Camping Night Light
    ..
    ...Expand
  • @
    @H.pylori3 years ago Kevin, you are becoming the guru of the practical, startup van build. I still think that the bed frame and mattress are great ideas. With these and a few . ...Expand 2
  • @
    @hauk38393 years ago Qwestion. Its more of an idea i' m gonna try. Why not use electric fridge freezer to freeze bottle them put in orcha or yeti color that can keep stuff . ...Expand
  • @
    @MellowNomadicAdventures3 years ago Awesome and informative video once again! I love how you break down all the links in the description. Makes it very helpful for anyone looking to get started! . ...Expand 3
  • @
    @stevec38723 years ago My dilemma in my no-build van build, turn it back into a van in minutes is the bed: i don' t really need one because i can sleep on any floor other i bought a couple of cot mattresses for them but they were too soft. I tried a memory foam mattress to put on top and it was too soft. I had a mat like amat and when i put that on top of the cot mattresses it was just right.
    i' m now looking at one of those low padded and narrow lounge chairs that have different configurations and can also be put flat to use as a bed. I would go outside and fool around with how it might work with my van, but here in wisconsin we are in the midst of an arctic vortex with daytime temps in the single digits so i' m just staying inside where it' s warm.
    but everything i have for the van i pick for it to be able to have an equally good use when not in the van
    .
    ...Expand