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Honda Element VanLife Tour || Conversion Full Time Living 

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Hey there! We're Phil and Vanessa and welcome to our RU-vid channel. We have been living in our 2004 Honda Element since July, 2016 while working and going to school full time.
This is our second time around living in a vehicle. The first time was during our 2 year backpacking trip around Asia & Australia 4 years ago.
This channel is a place where we share tips and advice based on our lifestyle experience. We also like to share videos of our random travel adventures.
We upload at least one new video every week, so please subscribe and come follow us on our adventures!
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@robinmontana6837
@robinmontana6837 7 лет назад
Can't see a Honda Element on the street anymore without wondering if it's a mobile home. Amazing set up for two people.
@vjscrx
@vjscrx 5 лет назад
Robin Montana 😂😂🤔
@leilal8053
@leilal8053 5 лет назад
How true 😉
@silvercontreras4060
@silvercontreras4060 6 лет назад
That's cool. I been living in my Honda Element for two years. Loveit
@dgraham2067
@dgraham2067 4 года назад
I'm just starting out living in my Element ... love to hear about how it is going for you!
@alecbaker13
@alecbaker13 7 лет назад
amazing set up id love to live in that car, just living by the ocean working a job at a seaside restaurant. falling asleep the sound of the waves
@CityPrepping
@CityPrepping 6 лет назад
Very cool. We spent a year and 1/2 living out of a RV traveling around the U.S. as a family (2 kids). Was tons of fun. Love your setup!
@davidmil6629
@davidmil6629 4 года назад
I never gave the Honda Element a second thought or glance. Seeing all the features they have as far as the seats simply being able to fold up or combine with each other to make a bed is pretty damn innovative even though it's so simple. Definitely handy and lets you take your toys without the gas costs of having to get a truck or van. Like I said I never looked at em twice, now I want one and lift it with some off-road tires and some camper features
@cgeagle
@cgeagle 7 лет назад
Well done! Good for you guys, living so tiny & simple...really environmentally friendly, while saving you a lot of money to enjoy what's really important in life! Very inspiring!
@kgvrtrooperkeithgarrick7133
@kgvrtrooperkeithgarrick7133 7 лет назад
Cool build. I'm going van living in two months, for two months. Your video taught me a few important things as I prepare to design my caravan's interior. Thanks!
@Lucy_Honeychurch
@Lucy_Honeychurch 7 лет назад
I have a 2006 Honda Element. It is a wonderful and versatile car. Love what you've done with yours.
@MrSemiz6r
@MrSemiz6r 7 лет назад
Own an 03 element. An truly enjoy your videos and the path you've chosen to enjoy life together to reach goals. You guys definitely have a great foundation for the future. Keep on truckin!
@evelynsouzaferreira4593
@evelynsouzaferreira4593 7 лет назад
Thanks for sharing. Fully amazed that two people could live in such a small space, very inspiring
@mysteryfoxmusic
@mysteryfoxmusic 4 года назад
Very inspirational. I love the Hebrews 11:1 scripture on the wall as well.
@jannwebb
@jannwebb 6 лет назад
genius! Especially the access to the "middle" and the cargo net! Gotta remember those ideas!!
@peacehappiness345
@peacehappiness345 7 лет назад
What a great use of space. I have a van which I love, but I can see how comfortable even a smaller space can be. Great planning and execution!
@Gammalgubbe01
@Gammalgubbe01 6 лет назад
One of the best.... I own a XC 90 and will adjust to it, can’t wait till spring Greetings from Sweden 😎
@alexrios4064
@alexrios4064 3 года назад
Congratulations 👏 From dozens of videos received about honda element camper : Yours is the best, its simple, uncomplicated and efficient !
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 3 года назад
thanks Alex!!
@LD1911
@LD1911 7 лет назад
Very nice video. I'm blown away that two people are able to make it work in one honda element. You guys are amazing.
@pacfolly
@pacfolly 5 лет назад
Such a perfect setup that's way better than other ones I've seen. Great job and helpful ideas.
@jessa4282
@jessa4282 6 лет назад
I love this. Very thought out and I love seeing alternative ways of living!!
@DivineZeal
@DivineZeal 7 лет назад
Wonderful setup! Looks cozy and really functional. I have been thinking about a cargo net for so long and yours is exactly the setup I needed to see, thanks!
@uraniumad
@uraniumad 7 лет назад
I've been lurking on your channel for the longest time, in hopes I'll eventually muster the courage to move into my car. Thanks for the Info!! You two are living the life I aspire to have!
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
Thank you so much, Hugo
@Bodycomp101
@Bodycomp101 7 лет назад
Thank you Phil, very helpful of you. I enjoy your videos and I'm glad you can share your lifestyle, it's helps me. All the best :)
@scottstone686
@scottstone686 5 лет назад
Awesome! Very ingenious setup with lots of thought given to design. Thanks also for the links to all the stuff included in the video!
@omart8073
@omart8073 7 лет назад
Wow, this is amazing. I own a 2006 Honda Element and love it too. Good job on your camper.
@casterlau999999
@casterlau999999 Год назад
I am so happy that there is a HongKonger driving and enjoying a Honda element. I came from Hong Kong too, bless you and your family a wonderful life.
@savedby_faith
@savedby_faith 7 лет назад
It's been 10 months for me living in my truck. Very nice set up. Thanks for sharing.
@SheGotHelicopters
@SheGotHelicopters 7 лет назад
Fantastic setup and use of space. I love it! And probably roomier than most apartments in Mong Kok too!
@DMTW
@DMTW 7 лет назад
You guys are so awesome. I follow another camper in a Honda element. His name is Nate, and his youtube page is "element van life". I so admire that you guys have successfully pulled this off. I could never just keep the bare essential required for the journey, my stuff would probably fill up three up three elements. I have subscribed to your youtube account and look forward to following your adventure.
@susie9893
@susie9893 6 лет назад
This is great! You use a lot of ideas I've had myself - great to know they actually work 😁 Thankyou
@OnlyOneNia
@OnlyOneNia 7 лет назад
Yaaaay! A video tour! 🙌
@JeffFrazier1
@JeffFrazier1 5 лет назад
Awesome! Love the accessibility of everything you did.
@ashtarsheran1803
@ashtarsheran1803 5 лет назад
Hi guys, love the element. I just moved into my element two weeks ago and its amazing. My home base is Mt shasta, CA. Im a starseed and travel doing energy work. If you two come this way, I would love to meet up. Much love and light
@dgraham2067
@dgraham2067 4 года назад
Namaste Ashtar - I'm just moving into my Element this week. Excited, scared, joyful, thrilled. Hope to meet you along the road!
@MG-ok6nu
@MG-ok6nu 3 года назад
Thanks Phil....Great setup!! I subscribed as a way to thank you for making this video
@elementgypsy
@elementgypsy 5 лет назад
Hope you are well and happy! I know you are on new adventures...IDK how many times I have watched this in the past few years. I am looking for new ideas rebuilding my E for the 3rd time and yours is still one of the best!
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 5 лет назад
hey! Thanks man. Much appreciated. We are hoping to upload an update soon.
@shrimboy7492
@shrimboy7492 6 лет назад
good shits Phil. Im gonna do the same with my 2005 Element! As soon as i get a new engine installed! Bought the goal zero 150 yeti. Thanks for the tips!
@Geeksmithing
@Geeksmithing 7 лет назад
Very cool customizations! It's interesting seeing how similar and different other people setup the Element for this lifestyle :)
@NoteFromSELF
@NoteFromSELF 4 года назад
I've been contemplating buying an ambulance, but seeing that you and Vanessa live in your Honda Element, then I'm sure my two dogs and I can live in mine. Thanks for the inspiration!
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 4 года назад
shouldn't be an issue. =)
@NorthAmericanDogmanProject
@NorthAmericanDogmanProject 7 лет назад
I own 2 elements. I sleep in mine...love them! Take Care Vanessa and Phil!!
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
+North American Dogman Project thanks!
@caraame
@caraame 7 лет назад
I love it!!! you have given me so many ideas for when I hit the coast in my berlingo multispace. I love the blinds and what more do you need but a bed at night and a little storage. Fantastic video, keep them coming.
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
Thanks! I'm glad the videos have been useful. haha The Berlingo is a pretty sweet looking car. Could definitely make it pretty cozy living space.
@carlosrosado7939
@carlosrosado7939 3 года назад
I know I'm late 😅... But your Element is currently blowing my mind!! Now more than ever I want one.
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 3 года назад
haha thanks. I miss it everyday
@gerardolinares7466
@gerardolinares7466 7 лет назад
Excelente Phil, muy creativo y practico tu diseño. Felicitaciones!
@stanleyhutchins8183
@stanleyhutchins8183 3 года назад
I just bought a Honda element an 2004 I love it so far and love your set up
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 3 года назад
thanks!
@Arthur-Silva
@Arthur-Silva 6 лет назад
Man! 2 ppl living in there together? That's crazy! Props to you guys, it's pretty amazing! good job!
@The_VANtastic_Pack
@The_VANtastic_Pack 7 лет назад
Wow!!!! That's a really good build for One of those. And one of the better ones I've seen. I always give you people who do conversions out of small suvs/cars mad props! I have a van. I don't think I could go smaller unless I really really really had to lol. Can't wait to see some of your other videos.
@QuantumErv
@QuantumErv 7 лет назад
Thank you for the tour. Great way to travel. You both are very creative.
@yoabagaile
@yoabagaile 6 лет назад
Go yall!💖 Supporting yall from Texas
@CraigKinsey
@CraigKinsey 4 года назад
Beautifully done. A lot of great ideas. Thank you!
@kevinknows8723
@kevinknows8723 7 лет назад
That was one of the best setups I have ever seen. Seriously debating on getting a honda element now and trying this out!
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
Kevin Ngo thanks Kevin. It is definitely more than enough room for one person.
@awapuhi
@awapuhi 6 лет назад
Very cool van life. It's a great way to save money and be adventurous. Totally support this and the reason why you guys are deciding to live in a element. Awesome cause I'm sleeping in my element to. Little by little I'm up grading my Elemento
@SKoune
@SKoune 2 года назад
You made excellent and efficient use of limited space...great job! My intention is to build one myself for my Element. Thanks for sharing. Cheers,
@DayDrifterTV
@DayDrifterTV 7 лет назад
I owned an '04 and then an '08. Sad they stopped making them. Now I have a '13 Nissan NV2500 high roof ... kinda like an Element on steroids, is what someone told me... Lol. Nice setup in a great vehicle. Only trouble I had in 10 years of Element owning, were the window regulators. It got so I bot a suction holder (for window glass workers) and if the window started to fall into the door, I would slap the suction cup on it, low, to keep from losing it inside the door. Lol. Good luck to you both.
@RainbowLanding
@RainbowLanding 6 лет назад
I had to replace the passenger regulator in my 04 last year...after 14 years of ownership. It took 4 days for the part to get to me and about 45 minutes to replace.
@tybrady64
@tybrady64 7 лет назад
Very cool, thanks for sharing. I hope you are having lots of adventures.
@Darkmattersfrank
@Darkmattersfrank 7 лет назад
when i was working in SF I lived in my car during the week. Your set up is very nice
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
Thanks Manuel
@lindseylichtman
@lindseylichtman 7 лет назад
One of the best camper conversions I've seen! Still not sure how 2 people live in one though, but this conversion with a narrow bed would be amazing for 1.
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
Thanks Linsey. =) two people is just right but yes 1 person would be very spacious.
@kamarbazarek6460
@kamarbazarek6460 2 года назад
Great Job!!! Love you vid & explanations & music too !! I have a 2009 Sante Fe I’m gonna try and convert myself ( I’m an active senior w 2 doggos )
@vantheman3857
@vantheman3857 7 лет назад
Whaaat up guys ! Love da Hawaiian tunes. Very sweet set up gave me a few ideas ! Thanks 😁🤙
@brinamarie9525
@brinamarie9525 7 лет назад
So cool. I like your FAith magnet.
@herbclark2476
@herbclark2476 7 лет назад
Very creative use of your space! I wish now I had purchased a Honda Element!😄
@stealth48nurse
@stealth48nurse 7 лет назад
Very well planned and organized.
@irisqueen4376
@irisqueen4376 7 лет назад
Great camper!! Safe and happy trails.☺
@rebeccaswilling1771
@rebeccaswilling1771 7 лет назад
Awesome set up!
@SunnySideDown916
@SunnySideDown916 7 лет назад
I like the NETTING! :) its cool! Great battery idea :)
@AT.inbetween
@AT.inbetween 6 лет назад
This is a sweet set up. I'm jealous.
@FeralandFamiliar
@FeralandFamiliar 6 лет назад
Love this van. Great video. Lovely use of space. Well done 😊xxxx
@Agueybana55
@Agueybana55 7 лет назад
Pretty sweet Element nice set up.
@ampload
@ampload 7 лет назад
Wow your brilliant ... I love your setup only add on would be solar panel and a fantastic fan... this is exactly the same way that I want my rig to be setup... thank you
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
Thank you Frank. We didn't want to setup a solar panel because we wanted to be as stealthy as possible. And there is really no need for one with the way we setup our battery and what we need to charge. Check out my battery setup video if you want more details.
@oldmanshenanigans4833
@oldmanshenanigans4833 7 лет назад
thats a very good setup well planned
@mastersmoosh9496
@mastersmoosh9496 5 лет назад
Very cool. Ok I am now shopping for a Honda Element. 🚂
@smokeyreddot
@smokeyreddot 7 лет назад
Awesome setup and inspiring
@SuperChansy
@SuperChansy 7 лет назад
Nice practical and effective... ur a creative pair
@miguele8006
@miguele8006 7 лет назад
Brilliant...Great use of space ....Godspeed to u👍👍🏆🏅
@ratso4443
@ratso4443 4 года назад
Awesome job! Very cool
@benzgaudiano6799
@benzgaudiano6799 3 года назад
Your Mong Kok sign brings back so many great memories of living in Hong Kong. Even the living space😂😂 You know how it is. I hope the virus ends soon so I can go back!
@aaronm2452
@aaronm2452 4 года назад
My 03 element has a bad motor, still runs but runs badly. I'm very impressed with your conversion. It inspires me to put a new motor in my E and keep it alive, if you know of any place that sells good used motors please let me know.
@rebelyoot1927
@rebelyoot1927 7 лет назад
This is pure genius.
@movingforward3348
@movingforward3348 7 лет назад
We set off here in a couple weeks and we hope to meet you guys. We're making our first video here pretty soon! Great video, and safe travels!
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
sounds great. Where are you guys heading off from? Let us know when you are in the area. Looking forward to seeing your vids. Just subscribed. =)
@raysills
@raysills 7 лет назад
Hi Phil: Nice work! AND... you have two people living in the Element! Way to go! BTW, I spotted that Biolite PowerLight in your cabinet. I have one, and it's a great light, plus a backup power pack to recharge a phone. I like the fact that you can dim the light. Good luck with that setup, and I'm looking forward to seeing a video after you finish a year in the Element. ;)
@ModelInAVan
@ModelInAVan 6 лет назад
Awesome setup!
@susannahwilliams7805
@susannahwilliams7805 7 лет назад
Excellent job!
@debslifesimplified6406
@debslifesimplified6406 5 лет назад
I love how you set up your Honda Element. Was looking into an Odessy but might go with element due to better gas mileage.
@SusanBame
@SusanBame 5 месяцев назад
Actually, my '95 Odyssey had better gas mileage than my '10 Element, although it would be easier to set up an Element for living in. I tried to figure it out in my Odyssey and it just didn't work for me. When I realized I could make the Element into two beds with no effort, that's what sold me on buying the Element. 321,000 miles later...couldn't be happier.
@Lmnop913
@Lmnop913 5 лет назад
Cool! I like it!
@WookieSenshi
@WookieSenshi 7 лет назад
Just subbed! awesome. I have a 2007 Honda CRV that I can't out of here and there but after I pay off all of my dad later this year I plan on saving up and getting myself and older element and that will be my primary vehicle to travel in full time. (:
@puyihsieh127
@puyihsieh127 6 лет назад
I’m impressed. What a freakin fun adventure guys:) did you bring a rice cooker? Lol I can’t live without it! Stay safe!
@egn83b
@egn83b 7 лет назад
that is really an innovative way to live full time.
@luisatengco9050
@luisatengco9050 6 лет назад
hi ..guys i love watching your video...i hope more new adventure to share...
@bjmartinphotography
@bjmartinphotography 7 лет назад
I just got a 2006 Element. I moved out of San Francisco back to Houston. You look like you're at Apple's offices ;). I hope you put up more videos. A few people live in their car in the Bay Area.
@jaychong12
@jaychong12 3 года назад
Nice set up for super small suv.
@michaelcsutton
@michaelcsutton 7 лет назад
Some very clever ideas in this video
@al4385
@al4385 3 года назад
Dave 2D got an Element and couldn't stand it just living in it alone. How 2 ppl do it is crazy. But he didn't have a big bed like that.
@johnl4815
@johnl4815 2 года назад
I love it and actually this is a nice truck
@jeffreys704916
@jeffreys704916 4 года назад
Alright in seriously thinking about selling my house and buying my element! Lol thanks for the vid and very nice setup!
@johnjbrowniv8722
@johnjbrowniv8722 3 года назад
Thank you for your idea
@chrisallenarnett6838
@chrisallenarnett6838 7 лет назад
Nice build!
@rosshussey1723
@rosshussey1723 3 года назад
I traded my 2000 Miata (too small) for a 2008 Element. It was a one owner and exceptionally clean SC model with 129K miles. It runs like a brand new one. I'm in the process of customizing the rear, less the rear seats into a rv type interior like yours. I'm looking into mounting a solar panel on the roof when camping. Harbor Freight has some neat ones that should work. I hope to have it completed by end of May. Unfortunately here in Arkansas the summers get quite muggy and hot. Will try and find a small portable a/c to cool the interior at night. Most state parks have electrical hook ups and this should take care of all of our needs
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 3 года назад
sounds great! best of luck. I love our element. We also thought about a solar panel on the roof but being stealthy was one of our priorities.
@mattlyre8751
@mattlyre8751 3 года назад
Awesome man
@aK1baby
@aK1baby 7 лет назад
good job and nice vid as well. as consideration you might add some more little holes into the plattform for your bed. keeps your matratz alive as the humidity isn`t traped in between :) cheers!
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
Akibono good tip! Thanks. Another user told us to just take the mattress out once in awhile.
@DamonMedekMusic
@DamonMedekMusic 6 лет назад
Nice, I also am a van dweller. Except in an astro van. I think you actually have too much stuff still. I read a book called "the joy of less" and it made more than enough room in my van.
@chispuda
@chispuda 5 лет назад
I love it!!!
@luciac.419
@luciac.419 6 лет назад
You're doing great!! I just started watching. Thanks for the tour. What year Element is it? How much miles do you have on it? I have always loved the Element. At the time I bought my SUV I wished I could have bought the Element instead. Many happy blessings to you & your wife!
@Solarlube
@Solarlube 7 лет назад
You guys must have an amazing mindset to be able to spend so much time in your van. I realise you have the freedom to set up anywhere I wish you both well and every success hassle free vanning. One question tho how did you manage to d clutter. Wayne from Brisbane Queensland Australia. More people in Australia are also starting to do this and I have also started preparing myself as well.
@PhilChan22
@PhilChan22 7 лет назад
Hi Wayne. I love Brisbane! We also did the whole van thing in Australia as well and spent about a month in Brisbane. Australia is the perfect to do it to be honest. If you travel along the coast, all you see are camper vans everywhere. You guys have it easy there with all the public facilities....I traveled in a 40L backpack for two years and after that I realized people doesn't really need much to survive. Clothing, shelter, food. The rest are toys. Most of our pictures are digitals nowadays, clothing wise all you really need is a few pair of shirts and pants....etc. We actually have a video about our wardrobe. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-PvPGwW6PYHI.html Make sure to go check that out. But we do have a few boxes of Vanessa's school stuff store at a friends house.
@infinitecreator4674
@infinitecreator4674 7 лет назад
awesome video, i want to live like this.
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