He Lives in an SUV Full-Time! Full Tour of His Setup (Nissan Xterra) 

He didn't say if his jackery was strong enough the jump his car ! Just wondered if it would jump it ????

Dude, his posture is all sorts of jacked up....he shouldn't be sleeping like that.

Thanks a lot for the video.

@@anitablades6033 That depends from the type of your car, say petrol or diesel. Also, the condition of your car battery makes a difference. I have another jump start and my following experience with it. 1. I was able easy start my petrol minivan a few times with discharged car battery in overall good condition. 2. It was harder to start VAN with 2 batteries one day. They used those batteries all the night, so I was not able to jump their VAN next morning. 3. I was not able to jump start diesel SUV with dead battery. No way, completely hopeless. Cheers,

@@MichaelRichards983 I believe that does not depend from his sleeping position.

Thanks Anthony!

@@BigRedx208 So it's a 2010 Xterra? With over 100 k miles? Have you had any problems with your ECM? I have a 2014 Xterra with just over like 95k ,and my ECM went out all of a sudden with maybe a little bit of a warning via transmission issues. Xterra's are great vehicles,despite my experience.

@@johngavin1175 i have a 2006 Xterra SE and im getting to 180k and ive never had a issue with my ECM

​@@BigRedx208 howser the rev life going? It all looked brand new. Saying. "If I ever. " wondering how that's worked out.

You are correct

I think another reason is living on the road is a more mentally active lifestyle. On average; you have to make more decisions and process more unknown people/places/situations than you would staying in a house/apartment during your off hours. By the time you lay down your brain is comfortably exhausted and lets you sleep.

@@arturoharvey9733 I'm a semi retired truck driver,...10 yrs of " living on the road " ....what your describing is called " decision fatigue ". Trip planning every 1-2 days depending on where ,what, how, & why.. yep Ur brain will be tired ....Your Spot On 👌✌

Thanks Barbara!

In which state do you travel? I ask because I have the 150Yeti GoalZero and the 100W panel and in summer it needs 4 hours to charge completely here in Germany.

@@Parkitloveit I live in Southern Arizona near the Mexico border in the Sonoran Desert. Without much water vapor in the air, the sun is very strong. I did live in central Virginia where it is very wet. The same battery took a whole day or two to charge there on a 100 watt panel. The amount of moisture in the air seems to make a huge difference. Our city here in Southern Arizona has two huge solar arrays outside of town. Also schools and other public buildings such as libraries have covered parking, and on top of the parking shades are more solar panels. It is practical here to make electricity from the sun for consumer use.

@@barbarashirland9078 that sounds good 👍 sounds like I should travel to Southern Arizona very soon. It’s so annoying in Germany that the sun shines so rarely and I hope I will be more lucky in Italy where I will spend this winter. Have a great day 🍀

@@Parkitloveit Italy should be great! Have fun!

Awesome setup👍

How do you keep the seats in but make a complete bed?

@@LisaSoulLevelHealing The second row seats fold down but not completely flat (it's about a 6" incline at the highest point), the third row folds flat. My bed platform is 70" long and 25" wide, made of 3/4" plywood and covered in automotive carpet/felt. I put 6" legs on the bed at one end and in the middle, the other end rests on the folded second row seats. There's a bit of storage space under it but not much. I found a 4" thick trifold memory foam mattress that is 25" wide and 75" long, I cut 5" off the end so it would fit on the platform. I'm 5'4" tall, weigh 135ish lbs, so it's perfect for me and my little Yorkie to sleep on comfortably. I can't sit up on the bed without hunching over but since all I do is sleep in the vehicle it works.

upload a video of your set up like this one!

I have a 2015 Highlander. The 2 back seats didn't lay flat, & even if they did, they'd take up too much precious space, so I took them completely out. These Highlanders are LONG, so with no rear seats there's a ton of wonderful open space! I laid in a rubber horse stahl mat to help smooth out the uneven floor & put a softer mat over it. This was my "build," nothing more. I sleep on a narrow foam mattress laid directly on the floor. Soft sided bags & pillow cases for storage. ( plastic boxes are inefficient space hogs.) I reworked a wooden 10x12" bird's nesting box into a mini chuck box that holds my backpacker's stove & 2 spare fuel canisters, it also doubles as a night stand next to my bed. **Have things that serve more than one function. 2 gal pale w/ lid serves as the chamber pot. Another pale for rag baths when H2o is sourced. Coleman marine cooler, cheap & just the perfect size to fit behind the driver's seat. (Doubles as a food prep table.) Reliance 7gal. H2o container rides upright in front of the passenger seat. Ya, the window rain guards are essential to keep out the weather, of course, but they give you stealth ventilation for when you don't want nosey people to know you're in the vehicle. A roof top cargo box serves as my attic space. Hope this helps folks who are just getting started with nomad life or suv camping. Happy trails 😉. (15yr Nomad here.)🙏 Update: Just bought three 10L MSR Dromedary bags to replace my huge/bulky Reliance 7gal plastic jug. These bags are pricey, but they take up a hell of a lot less space in a small rig. I like them so far. Saw Amanda use them on her "Tideline to Alpine" channel, & I thought these bags would be less heavy to lug h2o in, & they are. 💦👍

Evacuation from what? End of days? Lol

I love the mobility aspect too, another RU-vidr in a bus conversion talked about if a tornado was coming they had their home ready to evacuate elsewhere if those orders came

​@@inproper3952 wildfires, floods, hurricanes, etc

Excellent point J.

@In Pro Per You must not live in the American west where wild fires are a REAL THREAT. I've had to leave STAT more than once!

Or dude

Where that lady gonna sleep though?

​@@gavrilmankoo8095 top and tail 😂

Thanks Esther!

@@BigRedx208 just curious, do people say you look 6’0 sometimes?

​@@BigRedx208The fact that your 6'5 and live in Xterra gives me hope I'm 6'3 this might be a vehicle I might get myself or at least it's on my short list thanks for all the information that you have given😊

Thanks punktexas!

@@BigRedx208 You gave a very good thorough and well-articulated tour of your home 👍👍

@@ketoauntie7301 Thank you!

I tried to use the washing machine sheets at home. They save space and work great!

Yes, I live in a very small studio apartment so I'm always looking for ways to save space. I've been using laundry sheets for quite a while (also handy cos I'm 2 floors up from the laundry room and no elevator - lightweight)

True, I was thinking about a recent backpacking trip I did as he said this. Living out of a small space with not a huge amount of stuff yet I was constantly losing things! I tried to be as organised as possible but when you're constantly pulling out stuff it means you're constantly reorganizing. I became anal about keeping the really important things in the same place at all times

Hey Ryan. Do you have plans available for your bed platform? I really like it.

6'5 you're one tall dude to be sleeping in a truck man! You're very creative I enjoyed this video

Thanks CJ! Are you on Instagram? I’d love to see your setup!

Same! I have an 02 w/ S/C and would to see as well!

Thanks Jana!

@@BigRedx208 thank YOU for sharing 👍🏾😎...🙏🏾😇

Really helpful really smart setup

The WeatherTech shades are great. Custom made for your car, they give you great privacy

WindowShades not available in the U.K. yet - maybe because we don’t have the same demand.

Thanks Susan! I’ve thought about a Subaru Outback or Ascent if something were to ever happen to Big Red..

I love the way you think bro…I’m so big white that…like anal probably 😂it looks stealthy and you can be in the car and it looks inconspicuous…never the silver side brother 👍🏽

Guess I should have scrolled before commenting 👍

Do they keep heat out the same black side out? Say if you have them in that way during the day. Or should you be switching them back and forth if you wanted to leave the back ones in all the time?

Thank you!

Thank you! I’ll keep that in mind!

Stphn S: I was wondering, opposite windows when reversing sides, Thanks !

That's what I figured but good to hear it confirmed. I liked the idea of storing them under the mattress. What can you tell me about the longevity of these vs diy kind

@@susie9893 These will last years. The DIY ones don't.

also in NC

I bought my bug screens from a company in Russia. They are amazing! Custom made for my windows.

Thank you!

Thank you Rock!

Thanks G P!

Yes, I've seen similar ideas for front cab but not for night setup

I luv the Weather Tech products too. Just bought the solar motion lights for my RAV. Been looking for some. Wont come in time for my August camp trips but will have them for September. TY

Thank you!

Thanks Alexander!

Thank you!

@@BigRedx208 You're more than welcome Ryan! Thanks for taking the time to share your setup. Keep on living the good life brother! All the best....

Like the bed platform. And I'm ordering those Earth Breeze sheets. I think they're a great idea on many levels.

@@asdfjkl7496 I couldn't agree more my friend.

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Thanks sd!

Thanks Cat!

Thanks Sabrina!

Agreed! Less clicks and bumps in the night. I sleep great!

Thanks Kayla!!

Thanks Chris!

Thanks Genita! 😊

You would if you had too!!!!✌️

Thank you! 🙂

Thanks Libby!

I have the Weather Tech window coverings. They are great!

Thanks Cathy!

Thanks James!

Thanks Courtney! I’m still amazed by your Jeep Compass setup! Hope that’s still working for you!

Thanks Matt! Still holding up strong! 👍🏻👍🏻

Building my 2003 Laredo as we speak. Kept the front seats, totally removed rear seat. Plywood subflooring (instead of a raised platform for a bed) gives plenty of hidden storage compartments. Two 200 AMP hour lithium ion batteries working off of a high output alternator and inverter handle all electric items (frig, laptop, lights, phone, ect). Not complete, but getting there!

Holly fuck lol I have the same jeep mines a 04 I live in mine full time wish you luck stay safe

@@walterj.radomski9669 I'd love to see that set up once it's ready good luck

Thank you! Happy Travels!

Thanks Robin!

Thank you! 🙂