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How to sleep comfortably in a Honda Civic Hybrid | Camping no-build conversion 

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Watch me set up a 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid so two people can comfortably sleep inside! Even if you just have a sedan car, not a van, you can still camp in it!
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@Shaze-haze
@Shaze-haze 7 месяцев назад
Slide the driver seat all the way forward and remove the headrest. Then you can fold your driver seat all the way back until it reaches the backseat. They line up perfectly so you can lay flat with minimal adjustment to your car seats. ❤😊
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
I'm glad that worked for you! Thanks for sharing. In my car, the driver seat actually runs into the bottom cushion of the back seat first (so the head rest doesn't touch even if it's all the way down). That's why removing the bottom cushion really helped for me. Thanks for watching!
@salemk.3098
@salemk.3098 5 месяцев назад
can you make a video about it? i’d appreciate it, i’m in the process of getting a used hybrid to live in it
@and3547
@and3547 3 месяца назад
@@reywrites So nice of you Thanks a lot happy journey
@Alan-76ersPA
@Alan-76ersPA Месяц назад
Where did you put the taken off cushion though?
@Alan-76ersPA
@Alan-76ersPA Месяц назад
Just take off and put where? In the trunk?
@jacobe3579
@jacobe3579 2 месяца назад
I just wanna let you know that this video got me through a really rought time, thanks so much for posting this when you did.
@reywrites
@reywrites 2 месяца назад
Aww, I'm so glad I could help. Thanks for reaching out. Best wishes
@harleyhammock4214
@harleyhammock4214 Год назад
Honestly thank you! I just moved to Colorado and it’s insanely expensive. I’ve been looking into generators and different things so I can maybe make it in my car. The problem was the trunk like you mentioned. But now that I know I can comfortably sleep… time to brainstorm more
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Ah glad this was helpful! Colorado has got to be cold this time of year. I'd start with a zero degree sleeping bag and maybe electric rechargeable heating pad... I'd be interested to hear how a generator would work in a car. Thanks for reaching out and good luck!!
@harleyhammock4214
@harleyhammock4214 Год назад
It would have to be a solar generator. With the solar panels in the back, most cars have UV protection in the windshield. But if you’re driving it can be plugged into the car charger port, 782wh-1000wh battery capacity
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
@@harleyhammock4214 ohh, very interesting! I've never considered putting solar inside the car. Good to know about the windshield vs. back window. I do have a 300wh battery that I plug into the 12v while driving. Works pretty well but not enough capacity for heating.
@Chris.in.taiwan
@Chris.in.taiwan День назад
You should come to Taiwan. Its the perfect place to do this kind of thing. I am getting a cmc veryca next month and will turn it into a camper van. Cheers from Taiwan 🇹🇼
@naomi4941
@naomi4941 Год назад
Omg! Thank you so much, I've been trying to figure out how to sleep in my honda civic hybrid! Great tips! Looking forward to my camping trips!!!
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Hey Naomi, awesome!! So cool to hear from another Honda Civic Hybrid owner. Good luck!
@johnwdowell
@johnwdowell Год назад
Awesome, the way you set up your Civic! I've been a car camping nomad for a few years. Last car I camped in was my 2001 Honda Insight. I took 2 passenger side seat bolts loose, so I could fold the top of the seat flat. I cut a piece of plywood, about 2' x 3' to bridge the gap . I had one foam from Walmart and one from Jo Ann fabrics. Now I'm camping in a 2010 Prius. I just have my rear seats folded down all the time with my foams, pillow and a couple of sheets. I am still always thinking about how to improve my car setup. Go Nomads. 😊
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
That's awesome! Thanks so much for sharing how you made it work with your vehicles! It's neat to hear someone else doing this.
@qaecobitv2295
@qaecobitv2295 Год назад
Where do you usually park ?
@qaecobitv2295
@qaecobitv2295 Год назад
@@reywriteswhere do you usually park??
@user-vq2fj6pp1d
@user-vq2fj6pp1d 4 месяца назад
Homeless.
@janviergalle
@janviergalle Год назад
Outstanding! you're so creative in converting a small room into a like-queen-sized bed in a small car.
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Thanks so much!
@tomwilkinson3336
@tomwilkinson3336 8 дней назад
Currently setting up a similar thing for my Corolla wagon - great tips in this video keen to try them out :)
@adventurelifewithbob2960
@adventurelifewithbob2960 7 месяцев назад
My old back is aching just watching this. I’ve slept in my Jeep Wrangler, but it’s a lot bigger. Being 6 feet tall I need more space.
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
That's completely fair! I am 5'3" but I can imagine this wouldn't work as well for someone taller. Thanks for watching!
@NomadicDmitry
@NomadicDmitry Год назад
Lived in my Honda Civic 2014 for some time while traveling. It was actually quite a good experience, can't complain.
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing!
@doraspence4108
@doraspence4108 Год назад
​@@reywrites i wonder if i can do this with my Honda civic coupe
@johnbryan5608
@johnbryan5608 8 месяцев назад
Excellent! Safe travels!
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Thanks so much!
@user-nc6pl3hl9f
@user-nc6pl3hl9f 6 месяцев назад
That looks really cool thanks for the tips
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
Thanks very much! Hope it is helpful!
@chicagomike
@chicagomike 8 месяцев назад
Rey this is crazy but fun. Good luck
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Thank you!
@willymoloco1551
@willymoloco1551 Год назад
soo nicee, I will make my trip on my 2007 civic and this video is exactly was I need , thank you I hope we can meet on the street's!
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Glad you found this helpful! I hope your trip goes well!
@HK1MD
@HK1MD 8 месяцев назад
I take long "camping" trips in my Toyota Highlander hybrid and I thought I might need to switch over to a Sienna Hybrid with more room. Watching your ingenious video piece I feel like I live in a mobile manson. I appreciate my Highlander more. Thank you.
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Cool! Thanks for watching. I'm thinking about a Toyota Sienna actually if I was going to do this more full time 😀
@gissgas
@gissgas Год назад
Actually really smart - thanks for sharing
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
@anthonygarcia1484
@anthonygarcia1484 3 месяца назад
You have inspired me. I begin next month.
@reywrites
@reywrites 3 месяца назад
Cool!! Good luck!
@colinl5985
@colinl5985 4 месяца назад
Good on you Rey! Best from UK
@reywrites
@reywrites 4 месяца назад
Thanks very much!
@dariobaez1
@dariobaez1 11 месяцев назад
Excellent solution when de main cabin is not connected with the trunk. Very nice!!
@reywrites
@reywrites 10 месяцев назад
Thanks! I'm glad it's helpful!
@Moukass
@Moukass 10 месяцев назад
Interesting setup at the end, looking to sleep better in my car. Sending some Light food Thank you from Morocco.
@reywrites
@reywrites 10 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching! I hope it helps!
@drshanteshdentist60
@drshanteshdentist60 Год назад
What an idea mam.. I like your creativity.. I apply your video in my future .. Thank you so much
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Most welcome 😊
@general4197
@general4197 Год назад
Awesome idea, thank you for the video.
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
I'm glad it was helpful! Thanks!
@diaperdood1
@diaperdood1 8 месяцев назад
this is so amazing!
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Thank you! It was a fun project.
@RoseGrace100
@RoseGrace100 8 месяцев назад
Thank you so much. Very helpful.
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!
@markweis3483
@markweis3483 7 месяцев назад
Very well explained. Thanks
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
I'm glad this was helpful. Thanks for watching!
@perrinayebarra
@perrinayebarra Год назад
Very cool! Thanks for posting.
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Glad you liked it! Thanks!
@evamaria644
@evamaria644 Год назад
I like it I have a 2021 hatchback and it's given me some ideas
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Great! I'm so glad it's helpful.
@TragoudistrosMPH
@TragoudistrosMPH 6 месяцев назад
Fascinating, Inhad never seen a car with a trunk like that. Clever inginuity!
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
Thank you for watching! Glad you found it interesting!
@herbiii8158
@herbiii8158 Месяц назад
That is too cool!!
@reywrites
@reywrites Месяц назад
Thanks so much!
@grunthorful
@grunthorful 8 месяцев назад
I love it !!!
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Thanks so much!!
@nightskylights4501
@nightskylights4501 4 месяца назад
You go girl! I have a 2.5 year old sedan, and I won't mess it up by removing the back seats. I always sleep with my legs bent a little, like semi fetal position anyway. So sleeping in the back seats will be fine for me. I'm going to try it for the first time this summer when going to the Oregon beaches. Because in warmer months they charge an arm and a leg for hotel rooms at the beach. My only issue would be where to go to bathroom. I will have to figure that one out first before going. Enjoy your travels!
@reywrites
@reywrites 4 месяца назад
Thanks for watching! For what it's worth, I've taken out and put back the back seats in this car several times. It doesn't cause damage. But you know your car best! Hope your trip to the Oregon coast is lovely!
@babycakes8434
@babycakes8434 Год назад
Very smart setup❤🎉
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Thank you! I am glad you like it
@sergiurosca9394
@sergiurosca9394 8 месяцев назад
I really like your style because there is no need to change the interior of the car much.
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Yes, exactly - it's easy to put the car back together for inspection or other passengers. Thanks very much for watching!
@irh71ful
@irh71ful 6 месяцев назад
Rey i like you ,like your simplicity.. awesome 😊
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
Thank you for watching!
@junes8796
@junes8796 Год назад
Great job!
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Thanks so much!
@user-vq2fj6pp1d
@user-vq2fj6pp1d 4 месяца назад
Very ingenious.
@reywrites
@reywrites 4 месяца назад
Thank you very much!
@LL-ue3ek
@LL-ue3ek 24 дня назад
great idea!
@WaterFor3st
@WaterFor3st 6 месяцев назад
This gave me an idea. This is great. I was actually going to consider taking out the front passenger but I'm trying to hide that I'm sleeping in my car but I would definitely take out the bottom rear seats and put in a board and customize it a way like that. It's enough space for me since I already can decently stretch in the back. Just gotta consider the space it needs to slide back when I drive.
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
That sounds great! Thanks for sharing. I wonder if you could take out the rear seat cushions, and push the front passenger seat as far forward as it goes, then fill the space flat so you can lie down diagonally. It's tricky sleeping in a small car but I've done it. Good luck and best wishes!!
@joecolletti
@joecolletti Год назад
Nice job Rey! You've really squeezed the max out of this little space. I think I know the answer, but did you have to get ride of-- or have a friend store-- the back seat pieces you removed? They're so big, I can't imagine hauling them around with you. Thanks! And if you get out to Boise, ID first beer's on me
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Hi Joe! You are correct - the back seat pieces are stored in someone's garage. They are way too big to fit anywhere else in or on the car. It yields a surprising amount of extra space in the back seat! Thanks for your kind feedback!
@victoriaadams2171
@victoriaadams2171 7 месяцев назад
Good idea
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
Thanks!
@spellerlittlewing
@spellerlittlewing 4 месяца назад
Excellent
@reywrites
@reywrites 4 месяца назад
Thanks so much!
@stephanies7224
@stephanies7224 10 месяцев назад
Very nice! I love Hondas. 😊 I have a 2019 Sentra and both seats fold flat too right where the backseat meet it! Just have to remove both headrests 😅 That drop wedge in the front is nerve wrecking but i throw pillows or clothes in it too. Driver seat is power so I try to limit dropping it back too often but me and my partner are doing this and love it. Compact cars rock! 😉
@reywrites
@reywrites 10 месяцев назад
I love that you figured all that out for your car! Thanks for watching. Rock on!
@Shaze-haze
@Shaze-haze 7 месяцев назад
The 2004 honda crv seats fold also
@dd___dc
@dd___dc 6 месяцев назад
I been living in my honda civic 09 for about 3 years everything you mentioned was on point I sleep in the front seat and back seat I mix it up I am 5'6 200 lbs I don't use any memory foam
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
Thank you for sharing! That's a great idea of switching between different seats in the car. One of the hardest parts for me was sleeping in the same position in the back seat before I figured out better ways. Glad you liked the video and thanks for watching! Best wishes.
@dd___dc
@dd___dc 6 месяцев назад
@@reywrites in the back I move position constantly its very uncomfortable I use the handle on ceiling to turn position the most comfortable position for me was face down legs up this was the way I can stretch my legs somewhat i look like a face planted letter L 🤔🤔🤣😭
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
@@dd___dc ohh interesting. I would lay on my side with legs tucked. All the positions in the back seat are fairly uncomfortable I think. one of my best was putting the front passenger seat all the way forward then filling the floor space behind the seat with bags so I could put my legs a bit forward and not as bent
@Inkling777
@Inkling777 3 месяца назад
Thanks for the suggestions. I have one of my own. In summer a car can get uncomfortably warm. A battery-powered fan can help. Get one that's USB-rechargable and you can charge the battery from your car battery while traveling the next day.
@reywrites
@reywrites 3 месяца назад
Good idea, thanks for sharing! Battery powered fans are pretty neat!
@afrahabdikarim1252
@afrahabdikarim1252 Год назад
Thanks from germany ❤❤🎉
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked the video. It's so cool to hear from someone in Germany!
@jamesbott3788
@jamesbott3788 Год назад
Good video
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Thank you!
@MsAliciaRL
@MsAliciaRL 2 месяца назад
OMG, thank you! I'm taking a long-term road trip, and I plan on camping for the majority of the trip. While I have a tent, I'd prefer to sleep in my car for more security. I was considering buying a trailer camper or a cheap van, but I'd rather just take my car.
@reywrites
@reywrites 2 месяца назад
Thanks for watching and for your comment! I also feel more secure in a car than in a tent, makes sense. Hope your road trip goes well!
@cuope75
@cuope75 Месяц назад
Awesome
@reywrites
@reywrites Месяц назад
Thanks for watching!
@garysiu5498
@garysiu5498 Месяц назад
Thks sharing . Seems folding seat not 100% flat. Set a plywood and a memory foam, u feel much better and save your back in long run
@reywrites
@reywrites Месяц назад
Thanks for watching! It seems like a very small space to me to put a plywood or platform in, but I'd be interested to see if anyone else has done it!
@NavrajRajLostSouls
@NavrajRajLostSouls 7 месяцев назад
I have skoda octavia, its A hatch back design sedan. Folding rear and putting cheap foam to even out makes bed for me at 5'10" . In cold weather its ok, but not in hot humind weather. I live in Northern India where Temp can easily reach 0 to -20 in winters and +40 in summers. From October to May its doable.
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
Thank you for sharing! Sounds like you built a great setup! That makes sense about the hot humid weather for sure, I have seen a lot of water condense in the car when it's too hot. Only works in some seasons and places within the US. Interesting to hear you are car camping in India also! Thanks.
@101010naresh
@101010naresh 7 месяцев назад
Thanks
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching!
@rogermartin404
@rogermartin404 5 месяцев назад
Seek help soon Hun! ❤
@reywrites
@reywrites 5 месяцев назад
Hey Roger I'm living my best life, are you? 🩵
@francoiscamara9383
@francoiscamara9383 10 месяцев назад
Damn you’re good. You’re super awesome
@reywrites
@reywrites 10 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching!
@francoiscamara9383
@francoiscamara9383 10 месяцев назад
@@reywrites no thank you for helping all of us
@reywrites
@reywrites 10 месяцев назад
@@francoiscamara9383 awesome, glad it was helpful!
@posteroonie
@posteroonie 2 месяца назад
For me at 5'8" the key was to support my legs. I would put a rolled-up sleeping bag in the passenger footwell to get an extra foot of room to stretch out. Then I could sleep comfortably on my back with the seat back all the way down. For your Civic hybrid I might try one of those small folding stools in the footwell, with the memory foam on top of it, to get extra length. At 5'3" you have a great advantage. I've always been comfortable enough travelling in small cars and economy class airline seats, and sleeping on 3 seater couches. Short is best sometimes. :)
@reywrites
@reywrites 2 месяца назад
Thanks for watching and for your suggestion! A stool with foam on top sounds like a great way to lengthen the seat.
@DavidThomas-vj3eu
@DavidThomas-vj3eu Год назад
What's really good is to get the black foam board to cut out for windows. Looks like tint.
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Great idea, thanks!
@nightskylights4501
@nightskylights4501 4 месяца назад
But wouldn't that be too hot in the warmer months?
@amethystaquariusglendagree1070
@amethystaquariusglendagree1070 3 месяца назад
This is some of the best shit out there seriously thank you but did I miss the video on how to actually remove the back seat I really need to see that.
@reywrites
@reywrites 3 месяца назад
Thanks so much! I'm glad it was helpful. This video has more close up views of removing the seat and it was helpful for me to figure it out: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-iMQNQHAaxJE.html
@wayneburbage8900
@wayneburbage8900 4 месяца назад
Don't forget to take care of the engine that charges the main battery of the vehicle. A majority of hybrid drivers forget this. Read the owner manual on this. God bless you on your journey.
@reywrites
@reywrites 4 месяца назад
I do bring the car for regular oil changes and other maintenance. Thanks for watching and your good wishes!
@lawman5511
@lawman5511 3 месяца назад
Helps if you’re 5’4”, too😊
@reywrites
@reywrites 3 месяца назад
Yep, for sure! This works better for short people like myself. Thanks for watching!
@stephenclayton7052
@stephenclayton7052 6 месяцев назад
I've done a set up in a similar way in the back of a 2007 fiat panda which is a very small car. I've not tried it overnight but have tried it for a brief while and can stretch fully out... just. I'm 5'4... It's surprisingly comfy
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
That sounds like a nice setup! Thanks very much for sharing!
@stephenclayton7052
@stephenclayton7052 6 месяцев назад
@@reywrites Maybe i should do a video to show what i did...
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
@@stephenclayton7052 that sounds cool! Go for it!
@PolarPenguin205
@PolarPenguin205 20 дней назад
Your voice reminds me of Phyllis from the Office lol
@Projectbluebook2001
@Projectbluebook2001 3 месяца назад
Cute 😊
@reywrites
@reywrites 3 месяца назад
Thanks for watching!
@sergiurosca9394
@sergiurosca9394 8 месяцев назад
Hey, how about removing the back wall from the seat back? :D The cardboard window cover is a really cool idea, I thought about it for a long time and couldn't come up with it, thanks!
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Hmm, interesting idea! I feel safer removing just the pillow from the seat and not the metal plate though. Glad the cardboard window cover sounds like a good idea. Hope it helps!
@raniakme
@raniakme Год назад
Lovely
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Thanks for watching!
@homario6912
@homario6912 6 месяцев назад
Super
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
Thanks for watching!
@eddie-iu4tf
@eddie-iu4tf 2 месяца назад
its cool
@reywrites
@reywrites 2 месяца назад
Thanks for watching!
@salemk.3098
@salemk.3098 5 месяцев назад
great video! can you run the ac with the engine off in your civic? i live in Florida, summer nights are brutal
@reywrites
@reywrites 5 месяцев назад
Unfortunately I can't run the ac with the car off in my '06 Civic. I think the Prius hybrid can do this, but not mine. Window screens are one way to get some ventilation, but yeah, summer nights in FL sounds rough.
@ScotmanUK2000
@ScotmanUK2000 Год назад
Looks cosy
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Yes, it is very cosy set up like this!
@ScotmanUK2000
@ScotmanUK2000 Год назад
@@reywrites Maybe use black or dark coloured cloth to black out your windows. It will give it a more stealth look.
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
@@ScotmanUK2000 good idea! Maybe if the black cloth was glued to or wrapped around the cardboard it would make more stealthy window covers.
@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.2739
@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.2739 2 месяца назад
Wow.
@reywrites
@reywrites 2 месяца назад
Thanks for watching!
@jayceerivera8384
@jayceerivera8384 7 месяцев назад
Very simple n very sick
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
Thanks!
@donaldswanson9647
@donaldswanson9647 8 месяцев назад
I'm fully stretched out in the driver's seat of a camry hybrid without removing the seats but face down only. Face up there is a small hip and knee bend. I sleep a mix of curled up and stretched out, so it's perfect for me. Cant imagine anybody would want to do this next to me.
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
It's definitely a tight space. Okay for a road trip but I wouldn't do this long term with two people in this car! Thanks for watching!
@j.rebekah8605
@j.rebekah8605 5 месяцев назад
This is a good idea, i have a kia spectra and its just so small on the back... Its me -5'9" and a sixty lb lab, and ee both like to stretch out 😆 this would be great to save money so we can go on longer road trips. Id rather sleep in my y car than a tent for safety and warmth. Thank you
@reywrites
@reywrites 5 месяцев назад
Thanks for sharing! I hope it works out in the Kia spectra! I tend to be a little more comfy in a vehicle than a tent also.
@letscook63
@letscook63 23 дня назад
Is your vehicle a hybrid? I’m looking into Vanlife, I own a Honda hybrid and am seriously thinking about getting a mattress and putting seats down. A decent campervan is 50k 😳
@Enigma_Vids
@Enigma_Vids Год назад
The sooner you can get a flat level surface the better. Your back will thank you later. I had to learn the hard way. Check out some of the builds of people taking out their passenger seat and putting a piece of plywood down.
@reywrites
@reywrites 10 месяцев назад
Makes sense! Yes, the platforms with plywood are pretty cool
@ab12tv
@ab12tv Год назад
Hey just I subscribe to your channel I have question it Honda civic have Clima Control Air Conditioning some Toyota Prius hybrid
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Thanks for subscribing! My 2006 Honda Civic hybrid has air conditioning but you can't run it without the engine running. Or you will drain the battery almost immediately. The nice feature of the Prius is it turns on the engine only when needed if you run the ac overnight for example.
@tristantopambudi3186
@tristantopambudi3186 7 месяцев назад
Great but Where do you put the back seat ?
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
I stored the back seat in the house. Definitely no room for it in this small car. Thanks for watching!
@joshuacalhoun6167
@joshuacalhoun6167 9 месяцев назад
very cool. How do you get the cardboard window covers to stick to the windows?
@reywrites
@reywrites 9 месяцев назад
Thanks! These pieces of cardboard can be wedged into the window frame from the inside, and they stay pretty well. You could also use masking tape or something to secure it to the window frame.
@joshuacalhoun6167
@joshuacalhoun6167 9 месяцев назад
@@reywrites Thank you.
@BunnyRabit-yo3lx
@BunnyRabit-yo3lx Месяц назад
Where do you put the back seat cushions while you are sleeping? Im guessing they dont stay put in the snow. Genuinely curious.
@reywrites
@reywrites Месяц назад
Good question - I store the back seat cushions in a house. There is no room for them in the car (except in the back seat lol)
@marcusvelasquez5862
@marcusvelasquez5862 Год назад
Hey Rey! I want to do this to my car which is the exact same as yours so I can have more room to sleep but I am worried about the hybrid battery being exposed when you removed the back seat. Is this is an issue at all? Or is it okay to do this?
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Hi Marcus, when you take the back seat cushion out of this car, what you see underneath is a box of solid material, with a couple of holes with rubber-coated wires coming out. The battery itself is not exposed - it is inside the box. There does not seem to be any live electrical contacts exposed by removing the cushion. Using the car in this way I'm sure is not manufacturer recommended. I'm just sharing what I did, and I can't tell you it's 100% okay. You could potentially use some smaller piece of foam and electrical tape to seal off some areas further after removing the large cushion.
@jeffjohnson5139
@jeffjohnson5139 4 месяца назад
Very informative. An easier method would be to buy a piece of sturdy plywood and lay through the back windows. Then sleep on the plywood.
@reywrites
@reywrites 4 месяца назад
Thanks for watching! Interesting idea. I haven't tried this particular arrangement, but my gut feeling is the space between/inside the windows would be too small to comfortably sleep (and I am a small person). It would also leave the back windows open and unscreened. Some larger vehicles like cargo vans have space for great wooden bedframes.
@jeffjohnson5139
@jeffjohnson5139 4 месяца назад
@@reywrites I always forget about the bugs 😂. Forget the idea.
@jacobsolomon427
@jacobsolomon427 Год назад
Nice, how do you undo the cushion bolts
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
I had a socket wrench with 6 inch extender part to help reach where the bolts are. There is a video by someone else on RU-vid about removing the 2006 Honda Civic hybrid back seat that was helpful. I've put the seat back in a couple of times but never reattached the bolts 😅 so I didn't have the bolts for this video
@rebekahritchie9012
@rebekahritchie9012 Год назад
What would you do if you needed to leave in an uncomfortable situation or confrontation quickly?
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
In this setup, I'd have to toss all the padding and blankets into the back seat, put the front seat back up, get in the driver seat and drive away. Often the window fogs when you sleep in the car so I keep a towel for swiping the window clear quickly. Sleeping just in the backseat is a lot less comfy, but it's what I used to do and I could get into the front seat and drive away pretty quick if needed.
@Tagos1
@Tagos1 2 месяца назад
Where can i park in NJ for sleeping all night?
@reywrites
@reywrites 2 месяца назад
Depends on where in NJ... have you checked out iOverlander? Lots of places to camp/sleep in a vehicle on there
@user-kx2fi2zq8y
@user-kx2fi2zq8y 10 месяцев назад
I think is just too much work taking those sits at the back out. However it looks very comfortable..
@reywrites
@reywrites 10 месяцев назад
That's fair! Taking the seats out helps with some extra room but it's not for everyone. Thanks for watching!
@nobueno3514
@nobueno3514 7 месяцев назад
Where do you put the back seat? Outside?
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
Yes, I stored the back seat in a house because there is definitely no room for the seat in the car like this. Thanks for asking.
@raccoons392
@raccoons392 7 месяцев назад
Thank you dry clever. One question I have since I’m 6’1” how tall are you?
@reywrites
@reywrites 7 месяцев назад
I am 5'3". It would be a little tight at your height unfortunately. Maybe if you padded it enough to sleep diagonally across? 😅
@raccoons392
@raccoons392 7 месяцев назад
Perhaps a bigger vehicle would be best for me. None the less your video is very encouraging! thanks!
@redrustyhill2
@redrustyhill2 12 дней назад
How to tip #1: be a very small person
@Samwillchange
@Samwillchange 12 дней назад
What paper work do u need to buy a car
@navjotsbal4455
@navjotsbal4455 10 месяцев назад
where to keep our back seats cushioning
@reywrites
@reywrites 10 месяцев назад
Good question! Do you know anyone with a house who could store them? That's ideal. I guess if you have any other items in storage they could go there.
@rogercotman1314
@rogercotman1314 6 месяцев назад
Smart ideas you have here .................. >1k likes ..................i subscribed ..............
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
Thanks very much!
@riteshm2249
@riteshm2249 Месяц назад
Jugaad ❤😅
@reywrites
@reywrites Месяц назад
Yes, it's a hack but it kinda works! Thanks for watching! 🙂
@yashasvi6669
@yashasvi6669 6 месяцев назад
How do you manage to store your daily supplies and bathroom needs?
@reywrites
@reywrites 6 месяцев назад
I store stuff in the trunk, a Thule box on the roof, and under and between the seats. To be honest, this setup is better for a relatively short camping trip than living in the car full time with two people. I've lived in a Mitsubishi Outlander Sport for 3 months and that was doable.
@yashasvi6669
@yashasvi6669 6 месяцев назад
@@reywrites GOTCHA! Thanks!!
@bertsbug
@bertsbug Год назад
Where do you store the rear seat cushions???
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
At a house, there is no room for the cushions in the car 🙂
@p_tatt_datdude201
@p_tatt_datdude201 Год назад
Nice👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
I'm glad you liked the video! Thanks for watching!
@_ford_crown_victoria_p
@_ford_crown_victoria_p 8 месяцев назад
The fact that we have to watch this…
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Fun fact: you do not have to watch!
@_ford_crown_victoria_p
@_ford_crown_victoria_p 8 месяцев назад
@@reywritesoh you think we want to sleep in our cars for fun?
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Ah, I'm sorry. I thought you were talking about the video not your situation. I wish that no one was forced to live in a car and I wish you the best of luck.
@AndyMatrix
@AndyMatrix Год назад
How about Honda insight hybrid ? have anyone try to sleep inside one?
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
I have not tried myself, but it seems like a similar size and shape car. I wonder if anyone else watching can comment on the Insight...
@zureai
@zureai Год назад
Why don’t you tint your windows
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Tinting the windows would be the way to go if I was sleeping in the car often... although when I have done that I'm usually short on cash and don't want to pay for it 😅
@zureai
@zureai Год назад
@@reywrites Lol yeah i see. Do your back seats not fold down?
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
Yeah, the back seats don't fold down in this car because the hybrid battery is there behind and under the seat
@zureai
@zureai Год назад
@@reywrites Ah i see. I was going to suggest to fold the back seats and sleep with your lower half in the trunk lol
@reywrites
@reywrites Год назад
It would work in a different car!
@xxx-xf7ks
@xxx-xf7ks 3 месяца назад
have u heard of a tent 😂
@reywrites
@reywrites 3 месяца назад
I go tent camping all the time! :) But let me ask you this: if a bear pokes around your campsite in the middle of the night, would you rather be in a fabric tent or a metal car?
@xxx-xf7ks
@xxx-xf7ks 3 месяца назад
@@reywrites i just invite the bear to sleep with me its like a giant electric blanket 😂
@rookierider2096
@rookierider2096 9 месяцев назад
Hows this work if your 6’2 like me lol 😂
@reywrites
@reywrites 9 месяцев назад
That's going to be tricky...😅 Yeah, this works because I'm 5'3", sorry. A hatchback or minivan would probably give you a lot more leg room.
@MegaBladerunner007
@MegaBladerunner007 8 месяцев назад
Pretty cool...too bad I'm 6 feet tall : (
@reywrites
@reywrites 8 месяцев назад
Yeahhh it definitely helps that I'm 5'3". Maybe a minivan would work better? I am considering a Toyota Sienna for my next car
@josueabarca1913
@josueabarca1913 11 месяцев назад
Tint your windows
@reywrites
@reywrites 11 месяцев назад
It's a possibility!
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