Clean, Organize & Convert Dodge Grand Caravan Into a Cozy Camper with me | Fast, Easy, Cheap! 

Come with me while I give my Dodge Grand Caravan a good cleaning, get organized, and convert it back from a 7 passenger daily driver into a comfy but fully stocked camper van to hit the road for another solo car camping adventure! Hopefully this video shows you how easy, accessible & affordable this option can be if you're wanting to set out on your own, too! I'm ready for anything from a day trip to months of off grid travel! I'll link any videos and products below that I think you may find helpful. See ya on the next adVANture!! ==== My other GRWM video with my alternate floorplan transition ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Vwq29L89oQQ.html My tour video of this layout ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-txFwrDcHg90.html Getting reorganized ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GGLzyH5OycU.html My OTHER floorplan tour ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-SkJUB2OHEEc.html Comparison video of both layouts at once ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-r6VSaW_5fW8.html ==== My setup details **As an Amazon Associate, I do earn a small commission for any qualifying purchases made using the links below, but this is at no additional cost to you, and I only recommend the items I personally use and love. Using these links is a great way to support my channel and ensure that I can continue to deliver quality future content, so thank you in advance for your support - I truly appreciate it! Product Links for Indoor & Outdoor Setup/Items Used: Jackery 240 Power Station: amzn.to/3wIiHgX Jackery 1000 Power Station: amzn.to/3lzmMyP Bluetti EB70S Power Station (800W inverter with 716Wh): amzn.to/3nhu0ft Shower bag: amzn.to/39LSDtM collapsible tea kettle (700W): amzn.to/3XG5Rvd "C" table over bed: amzn.to/3Ki06AQ cup holder phone stand for watching TV: amzn.to/3Kk6veY disposable female urinals (Travel Jane): amzn.to/3EGHebl urinal/reusable no spill bottle: amzn.to/3Z3lWMM portable DVD player: amzn.to/3lLyZ70 string lights: amzn.to/3IxI3oW Luci Light inflatable solar lantern: amzn.to/3YXvJ6U set of mini cooking utensils: amzn.to/3IdBlTD Lunatec pressurized water bottle: amzn.to/3KBgXyX macrame fruit hammock/bag: amzn.to/3lOlwLT Koonie 8" blades rechargeable USB fan with clamp: amzn.to/3lHxBCl cup holder inverter: amzn.to/41bpluz USB mini fan with reading light: amzn.to/3EhsDCE bamboo breakfast tray: amzn.to/3GiXM8Q Hot Logic Mini: amzn.to/3YD1YbV glass Pyrex container: amzn.to/40MXfog Dash Mini Maker Electric Griddle: amzn.to/413y6qF low wattage (300W) BalBali electric kettle: amzn.to/3YD96EV Aeropress coffee maker: amzn.to/3lLFKG5 handheld battery powered milk frother: amzn.to/3kat7DV mesh window screens: amzn.to/3GiXSxe magnetic window curtains: amzn.to/3G8TqAW Alpicool C20 12V car fridge: amzn.to/3MHL9X1 metal utility shelf: amzn.to/3wF2tXp trunk storage unit: amzn.to/3wBFNXY Insulated cooler bag: amzn.to/38FK6IG ergonomic gel memory foam seat cushion: amzn.to/3wBLNjg boot scraper: amzn.to/3z1eaJc side slot cup holders: amzn.to/3wC6IS0 hands free phone cup holder stand: amzn.to/3sTLHS1 hands free phone dash mount: amzn.to/3G8Uvsu LED flameless chargeable lantern: amzn.to/3lE8EVf USB LED light bulb: amzn.to/3yVudZc stained glass "rainbow" decals: - phases of the moon: amzn.to/3WBaxm9 - mandalas: amzn.to/3hJXlfF magic mesh screen doors: amzn.to/41OXq3x mosquito netting: amzn.to/44aPhrU Outdoor rug: amzn.to/3yuV5Pv Folding camp table (aluminum): amzn.to/37GGGF2 Coleman Camp Chair: amzn.to/3L52sQg CLAM Quickset Traveler 6x6ft screen shelter: amzn.to/3G48ql8 privacy panels for screen shelter: amzn.to/3FALXus solar weatherproof outdoor lanterns: amzn.to/3CH8cOC pee cloth: amzn.to/3XkQKJh picnic table and bench covers in bag: amzn.to/3p7CC9z spoon/fork/knife camp utensil 2-pack: amzn.to/3Xkgo0p macrame storage bag holder: amzn.to/469besp dehumidifier bags: amzn.to/3JoGslu

I seriusly love her voice and adorable personality which is the main reason I watch Heather!

People don't realize how awesomely they can convert an older suburban too. My 98 Suburban didn't have the third row seat when I bought it. No big deal since I'm a grandma whose grands all drive and I don't need to haul a bunch of people around. Without that third row seating I can fit a queen sized mattress in the back. I have capacity for 2 batteries which means that if I had a camper I could use the Suburban as a literal generator to power a camper. I have inverters built in in the back so that I can plug in anything from a microwave-laptop-air conditioner-television-etc. I have multiple lighter type plug ins in the front of the vehicle so that I can charge multiple USB type devices. I can make an open air shower with the 2 back doors. I have plenty of storage space for food-cooking appliances-etc in the area of the second row seating. Plus the front passenger seat. It wouldnt be hard to set up a small camper potty in the second row seating area. Wouldn't be hard to set up curtains for privacy when parked or camping. A folding catd table would make an awesome mini open air kitchen.

It still amazes me how quick an empty van can turn into a living space!!! It always feels so nice to begin a trip with a clean vehicle! Do you hire out your services??? LOL - I just finished doing the same to The Wanda. I can sense such a difference in her. She's actually more spunky!😁 Wish I could take her through a carwash! They won't allow the roof top box. And no way I'm taking that thing off! Great job, Heather!

Wow, Heather, very cozy, like a gypsy wagon! And, about your other video (staying cool in Florida in the summertime): great, encouraging tips and I love ❤️ a gal who can dance! Hope to see you on the road someday!

Love the new table top cover and bench cover. The tablecloth nightmare is real in any wind and I do give up. Plus you can leave this to save the campsite with something not valuable on top.

So glamorous. Inslirational video. Love it dear

This is a great video. It's generally always good inspiration for others to see options in setting up the minivan. I love seeing how creative you are. Thanks for the tips! 💛💛❤💛💛

I really like your van, Heather. It is very versatile. What a mama needs: (1) to taxi the kiddos and then for some (2) mama downtime in the woods. 😎

That is sooo cute! You should be proud.

Thanks for sharing, it is amazing how neat and organized you have placed all the necessities in your minivan. Till the next AdVANture!

That carpet scraper is amazing! I love your van so much!

WOW!!! That was a lot of of work. But, Terra looks fantastic. Good job, Heather! 😊

This is great! How did you do the bed? Is it your last row of seats? Does it work with your height?

I love it. Very cozy. Thx for sharing and safe travels.

There is a *lot* there! You are amazing in getting out there and cleaning in the heat (and humidity)! I was wilting just watching!

I love how quick and easy that was

I love this set up and your use of colors and decorations! Looks like a wonderful happy place to spend time!

This is a great mini van. You have done sooo good on cleaning and organizing. When your cleaning with those chemical wipes, please wear gloves. Chemicals seep into our pores. This video was spot on!! Hehe new sub.

Wonderful job, thanks for sharing

Absolutely wonderful

Great conversion but one thing I used to unsuccessfully encounter when I'd camp out in my van was how to keep cool without having to wake up throughout the night to turn the van on to cool things down with the air conditioner. What other suggestions do you have for keeping cool on those nights when it's hot, humid, and a fan just circulates all that hot sticky air.

I want to go camping with you! You made me so want to ‘fix-up’ my 7 passenger Explorer!

If I ever get another dog I need one of those scrapers. Thanks for sharing. I have not emptied my Van since I set it up, but when I get back from my long summer trip I will be. Nice to see things go together again quickly.

I love it! Thank you so much.

Might be me, but I truly prefer to listen to a regular talking voice without glottal fry or sing song narration. Thanks. The carpet scraper, for others to find, is a pet hair scraper. It works great on furniture!especially for dogs with short hairs that have a barb-like root end!!

What a super cute setup, thanks for sharing!

Love this video. Heather can you do a video when you are locked up in the van at night when it rains or you just have to lock yourself in for the night. Like your nighttime routine. God bless your travels.

Your van is so Nice!!! 👏👏👍💕

The black carpet is a nigtmare..I have 2 dogs!

Excellent

Looking so Amazing setup

Very Very Nice Heather 🤩 Love this

Hi Heather! 👋🏼 Thanks for the video! Good job!

Hi Heather. The bed positioned how it is isn't too short for you?? I asked because I misjudged the length of my bed last time when I went camping when I was packing things and couldn't even stretch out. Lol. It was very uncomfortable and I'm only 5'4". So short. Definitely a lesson learned. Lol. Happy July 4th!!

So nice. Thank you so much for sharing it gives me some inspiration.

Love your style!

Like what you have done.enjoy 🎉🎉 Travel safe🎉🎉

Very cute -

Very nice!

Really awesome set up!! I have a question about your car battery...how does it not go dead if you leave your van doors open? Ty

I love how your van looks. Very restful. Do you sleep on the chairs of the van? I’m new to the channel. And I enjoy your videos. Stay Safe & Stay Strong!! I’m hoping that 1 day we can swap stories. 🎉

Wonderful I am looking at purchasing a Caravan for part time camping. Your set up looks so comfy and as you said Glamp. What year is your Caravan? Going back to watch your video again :)

I like it

Nice job!

Excellent video. I am very interested in how you've done your bed here ...do you have a video focussed on how you did this bed that I can view? About to buy a DGC this weekend and will need a place to sleep straight off. I am 5'4" at most; your heights ?? Thank you. Really appreciate any help you can offer - I am a 77 yr old woman just starting out with van living. 2 yrs ago I travelled BC to Ontario in a Hyundai Sante Fe -- loved the trip but not squished sleeping space (sandwiched in with no headroom) and no place to sit except driver's seat. LOL Hence my plan to sell my lovely SUV and replace it with a DGC Van. 🥰

I love your skull pillows on your bed

Hi Heather, what is in the pretty canvas looking round watermelon? Its so cute. It has a zipper as well. Just curious lol❤

Lovely 🌹 well done 👍

Thanks for the video. I would like to purchase that scraper you used for the carpet. I didn't see it in your list. Please advise.

Heather, awesome video. I have the same van, and I, too, van camp part-time. Question: Your window covers, did you make them, or did you order them? If ordered, can you share from where, please?

Remove the stow away seats and you have storage space in the floor

So nice! Would you mind telling us what kind of gas mileage you get in your precious little van😊

How wide is the van ? Nice build

Omg Were did you get that awesome scraper for your rugs? Do you have a link to that wow

I want to upgrade to a van so bad mabey in 1 yr

How did you build the bed? Did you keep the 3rd row seat up? Or fold it into the stow and go position - under the floor, then add a bed frame? Are you having to place the bed over the wheel area? I find that I am too tall to stretch out in the 3rd row seat in any way.

How do you sleep in that bed? How are seats positioned under that bedding compared to the reclined seats? Thanks much

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What are your cute white containers with wooden lids at 5:50 time stamp?

Hi, Heather! What a cute build! What is that intro song? Didn’t pop up on Google.🥰

Very cute but what is your bed? Is it your sets that you sleep on?😊

Oh that bed can be expanded? Looks a little bit small to sleep in 🤔

Wow what carpet exfoliater tool is that!!?

Oh my goodness I live on a dirt road and my van is sooo filthy 😂. I could spend a hundred bucks at a car wash and it still wouldn't be clean. Just dust inside and out.

Your Jackery is a 1000 but it looked like you have a second power station. What is that and do you use solar? A 1000 should only get your fridge a couple of days?

Hello... what is that tool called you used on the carpet to clean prior to vacuum the pockets of debris?

I wish you had explained your bed setup more.

Cute ! But how tall are u , I’m wondering if u can totally stretch out on that 3rd row seat / bed ?

Oh Please please link thaat scrape... just bought a van that's covered in dog hair and i have tried EVERYTHING..its not in the description?

How tall are you Heather? I really think i am not using the space in my van wisely. I really like your set up, but not sure how comfortable your bed would be. I am 5'5"

Rug scrubber source???

How do you hang things from the top edge of your van?

What us the scrapper you’re using?

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How did you do the bed?

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WHY YOU DIDNT SHOW HOW YOU DID THE BED? I JUST SHOW THE SEATS

Sorry but you really didn't show us anything. You showed us AFTER you had done everything. I don't know where and how you store your clothes, where your pots and pans are, how you cook, how you sleep, etc

Bed ?

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