I used a hole saw to cut holes for ventilation and act as handles so that I could easily remove the panel to gain access if necessary. The top of the platform is two pieces of 1/2" birch plywood. Thule tie-down straps secure the platform to the seat mounting fixtures on the floor so the platform won't move under braking or acceleration. A 36" drawer slide mates with the built-in storage drawer that is made from 2x2's, 1/2" plywood sides, and 1/4" plywood for the drawer bottom.
The table legs make it easy to level out the bed and compensate for the fact that no minivan has a flat floor. The front legs are pre-made table legs from Home Depot. The bed frame platform is constructed from 2x2's and 1/2" birch plywood. If I need extra room in the future, I can modify the platform to accommodate the deeper seat wells. Some van conversions I have seen (both Honda and Toyota) remove the third-row seats and gain more under-floor storage space. The third-row seat(s) remain in place but are folded down into the van floor. The bed platform only required that the middle row passenger seats be removed. I intentionally designed the sleeping platform and kitchen combo so it could be easily removed and stored when not in use. This main fixture would provide the organization needed for managing the various needs in a small space. I designed a sleeping platform (inspired by Oasis Campervan) that would allow storage underneath and includes a sliding drawer for the stove and kitchen supplies. I'm an experienced ultralight backpacker and kayak camper, so in comparison, this will be a bit plusher. The camper van conversion is intended to accommodate one adult. Since I still need to be able to work online, I also needed space to work as well as electrical power to recharge my laptop and cell phone. I also wanted to be able to carry a bicycle inside the van. I wanted to be able to sleep in the van, and have a small kitchen with a stove, cooler, fresh water, and some sort of toilet for when other accommodations aren't convenient. I had specific requirements for the van conversion. There are many details that you'll need to consider when planning your minivan camper conversion. Personally, I feel that any of these brands or models, if properly maintained, would make a fantastic campervan. However, the choice ultimately came down to price and availability in the used market. Had I seen a Sienna at a reasonable price, I would definitely consider it. After searching for low-mileage used vans, I found a good deal on a 2017 Honda Odyssey. The Honda Odyssey lacks all-wheel drive but has a better safety rating and better gas mileage. I was attracted to the Toyota Sienna's all-wheel drive, but it lacks a spare tire. After much research and comparison, I was torn between the Toyota Sienna and the Honda Odyssey. Additionally, a roof rack allows the addition of a cargo box in case additional storage is required. My wife and I are both avid sea kayakers and cyclists, so we must have a vehicle capable of carrying sea kayaks and bicycles. Dodge Grand Caravanįirst, Dodge Grand Caravans and Chrysler minivans were eliminated from consideration only because recent model years were incompatible with Thule roof rack systems.
So, to explore and photograph more places, I set out to find the ideal vehicle to support my road trips and weekend camping. I also work as a photographer for clients and sell landscape and outdoor photos. Working as a freelance digital marketing and SEO consultant, I have the freedom to work remotely. So Instead, I decided upon a minivan conversion.
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In addition, I wanted a vehicle that could serve as a daily driver and function as a weekend or more extended camper. If I chose this option, I'd be forced to store the vehicle when not in use adding extra costs and logistics. Unfortunately, this extra height meant it couldn't fit into my garage. These models offer a high roof option that allows you to stand up inside the van and provides a generous interior space. Initially, I was considering campervan conversions as well as Sprinters, Ram Promaster, Ford Transit Connect, or a Ford Transit to convert. So a minivan camper conversion seemed like the best option. For this, I wanted a vehicle that would allow me to sleep inside, carry a variety of cargo, outdoor equipment, and camera gear, and get decent gas mileage. However, I also wanted something for long-weekend trips. For some time now, I've wanted to travel out west. This is the story of how I built a Honda Odyssey camper van conversion.
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