VAN BUILD from start to finish | 1.5 year SELF BUILD (under £10k)!
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- čas přidán 14. 04. 2022
- Hey everyone!!
If you're new, my name's Amelise, I'm 21 and live full time in my van (my parents do aswell!). I have a little dog called Gigi who travels around with me❤️
This week I thought I'd show you how I built my van from start to finish.
This took about 1.5 years during the lockdowns and was a good distraction for me! I had many days where I wanted to give up on the build, because it was so mentally challenging at some points, especially in winter. However, now I have my tiny home and I know how to fix everything if anything goes wrong in it!
Thanks for being awesome as ever, Ame❤️
Follow me on instagram & TikTok for more updates - @ameinavan
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Location - France
How long have I lived in my van - 6 months
spec- self built ford transit by me total conversion cost - £3,500
How I earn money? You're watching it :)
#vanbuild #vanlife #vantour
Ame, as a Tutor in a construction college I have to say that you should be so proud of what you have achieved. You could teach some tradespeople a few things. I will be sharing your videos with my students to inspire them. Great to see you enjoying your hard work .
hmmm I've never heard of such a place...I would teach there or at a theoretical maker college for free.
Thank you so much haha!!🤗❤
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@@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587 🔥🔥best reply I've read in awhile lol.
@@ameinavan where are you taking shower in travel?
I don’t think you understand how inspiring this is.
Probably the best van build video on here, you actually show step by step the basic & essential step that most others just skip over. Thank you so much :)
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watch?v=KOEVsGtmfms if you want see van build buy a guy who actually knows what he is doing
Mad respect. The amount of work you put into this, astonishes.
Note for myself and other builders: if van is going to be used during cold season and heated from inside, then first layer on the floor should be thermal insulation. Like polystyrene (EPS) or at least sound insulation mat. Warm wood placed against cold metal will start to collect condense during cold season and wood will start to mold or rot.
Лучше вспененный каучук суммарной толщиной не менее 20 мм приклеить к металлу на сплошной слой клея. Лучше ещё толще. Между металлом и теплоизоляцией не должно быть воздушного зазора. Минеральную вату или другую вату не стоит- она промокнет и металл будет ржаветь при контакте с нею.
That is exactly what happened I believe with the mould.
@@Tarps-Basha-Poncho very true , just some sort of moisture barrier along all the metal not just the floor.. however still a great job done!
Подскажите пожалуйста А что Тогда нужно чем нужно отделывать внутри фургон вместо древесины дерево чтобы не гнило сгнило от влажности зимой? @@user-gg9kj5cs3k
also you cant have any exposed metal in the inside, that connects to the outer shell. This is because the moisture on the inside will be attracted to the metal if its colder and cause drips. This is where the mold can come from. If you have insulation for heat, then cover that with a vapor barier, then it should prevent it. That is why you should use battening wood into the metal, then the walls into the wood, it avoids you putting the walls on going direct into the metal shell of the van.
It must be a powerful feeling to know you can build whatever you want from scratch. Good job girlie. 💙
i built a time machine! but it always sends me back in time a few minutes late :-)
ok,but who is?! 07:13 / 18:33
this is she is dad?:)
@@Lula_Veda_Shahti You're f1cking obsessed in the comments huh bro? get a f1cking life lol
@@Lula_Veda_Shahti yes it's her dad. He assisted with the bed and pushing the shower floor in.
@@Lula_Veda_Shahtieverybody need a little bit of help sometimes.
Extraordinary work! I'm blown away by your talent, tenacity, and knowledge of so many skills to perform work like that. Architecture, carpentry, plumbing, electricity... just amazing! You're an absolute inspiration!
omg u r so .... haha she just did what someone else told her to do.
Ame, I’m a marine engineer and I’ve worked on yachts, superyachts and military ships, and just wanted to say what a great job you’ve done! Seeing as it’s your first time, you’ve produced something amazing, so if you ever get strapped for cash and fancy getting your hands dirty again, I’d say you could easily get work building and refitting yachts.. There is loads of day work available on yachts in the SoF especially places like Antibes, Cannes, Marseille etc.. All the best in your endeavours
I'm so amazed by your strength and determination, as well as your work ethic. I'm 44 and have worked outside doing construction for 20 years and now I do restoration work as professional painter. In all those years, ago you show more than so many grown men I've worked with all my life. You and your parents should be so proud of your accomplishments in such a short time of life. Congratulations to you young lady for not giving up, I admire your patience as well, that's something I'm really working on myself. I'll definitely be subscribing and look forward to seeing any adventures in the years to come, ✌🏼and 💕😁Be safe out there.
ok,but who is?! 07:13 / 18:33
this is she is dad?:)
@@Lula_Veda_Shahti what does that have to do with anything?
1.5 years condensed into 23 minutes. The determination and grit comes right through the screen. This is amazing. Congratulations!
Amazed with your talent, lots of hard work, many challenges, self discipline.
Your parents must be very proud of you..
Great job Ame 👍👍
Today I am in the beginning stages where I'm filing off rust, taking out bolts, filling floor holes, painting floor with primer + paint... I have so very far to go. Your build gave me such excitement-- you are truly incredible, talented, and inspiring!! I'm so appreciative that you filmed your whole experience! Loved it🙌🏻
Haven't even finished watching the whole video yet but am so amazed by how you've done every single thing on your own!! An amazing achievement, the plumbing, electricals etc everything is incredible!
ok,but who is?! 07:13 / 18:33
this is she is dad?:)
There’s only one word to describe what you’ve accomplished, astounding ! I’m blown away by your determination, knowledge and design of that incredible home. And that’s what it is, you’ve built a home that can go anywhere. I’m completely blown away by this. Incredible.
I just got my van, it’s full of shelves and looks like what you started with- YOU are a major inspiration for me right now! Thank you so much for sharing your journey. First video I’ve seen but I’m a subscriber now 🙌
Wow ! What a transformation and I am absolutely impressed by your skills , knowledge and ambition.
Go Girl !!
Well done, huge respect for getting stuck in there and taking on the challenge.
One of the best things about doing it all yourself is if/when something breaks, YOU know how to fix it
That was extremely impressive and very inspiring. I can't imagine how much research and planning must have gone into that project. And now it's your home, you're living the dream.
ok,but who is?! 07:13 / 18:33
this is she is dad?:)
I have learned so much from watching your build. You are so knowledable and crafty. Beautiful built. 🥰
I take a deep bow for you, so skillfull in all ! Creative and never gave up.
You are a build queen.
I love how you leave in the goofy and less flattering moments, it makes your content feel more real than the rest. The chill vibes are what vanlife videos are about. I'm glad you had this experience, the best things in life happen when you step a bit outside your comfort zone or try something new. 🥰
so agree..
To say I'm impressed is an understatement. You're a Rock Star! Determination and skills are fabulous. The way you knew your way with measuring...WOW! The end product is BEAUTIFUL! 👏
I'm so glad you made this video. I've only seen one other lady who actually built her van, but she didn't show the build. Kudos to you girl!
OMG Ame . . that was totally astonishing. You are a very talented woman. I had no idea you did the conversion yourself. I take my hat off and bow to you girl !! You Rule !
Love the fact a lady is doing the entire build on her own, Massive well done :)
I was already impressed with all of your skills but when you started wiring it up yourself I was shocked, not many multi skilled people know much about electrics. Excellent work
Having completed two van builds myself, I am impressed by your creativity, diligence & persistence! The only way to get exactly what you want is to build it youself, and as you mentioned, you also know how to make repairs. Well done!
I would like to see young people as dedicated as you! You are smart and gifted. Congratulations on giving us this wonderful work.
Absolutely incredible. I get nervous trying to change a battery in my smoke alarm. You built a campervan. Very impressive
I wasn't going to keep watching but couldn't stop myself lol.
So impressive that you saw this all the way through by yourself.
I'm the type to like to handle things all on my own too but building a camper van form scratch is one hell of a project.
Kudos.
Beautiful. I love how you did all the sawing, cutting, drilling of the material and layout for your van. I love the video show all the construction it took to convert the van to look as beautiful as you. Love you. ❤❤❤❤
Massive respect to you, looks like a cracking job.
You SHOULD be proud of yourself!!! I’m totally freaking in awe of this. I’ve had a van for about a year and still have yet to work on it.
Thanks for the inspo!
11/10 - it really is a beautiful movie - and the butterfly emerges.
Wow great job you did there. Everything even the wiring. I’m a mechanical engineer & what you have achieved so far with the build & traveling is beyond most people’s comfort Zones. Your becoming an inspiration to many myself included. You did it you took up your dream & made it happen. ❤️🙏🏻
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@Round 1 sad that you think a man is desperate and wanting to simp because he thinks a women is inspiring and pays her a compliment. Takes a real man to be able to do that without an agenda.
Obviously she had help here…
@@TCat-ve9qi yes she says that in her videos & directs you to certain people. Most men won’t take on a van conversion with instructions & all the parts. She researched it & did it & now living in it. That’s another thing some men couldn’t handle.
Then the filming it n becoming a ⭐️
She’s switched on!
Amazing and confident woman. Such a joy to watch your journey 💗
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Determination. Craftsmanship. Willpower. Skill. Amazing transformation, Ame!
This was by far the best van build video I've seen. You can be very proud of yourself for sticking with it and I'll be following your travels. Thank you and have a fantastic journey.
🇺🇸I'M A CALIFORNIA CARPENTER AND HAVE BUILT HOUSES ALL OVER CALIFORNIA.
😯AND I AM SUPER IMPRESSED.
GREAT JOB!
Wow! A woman that does everything herself! Girl Power!
Hey, just have to say, I'm a journeyman carpenter and this is the best van build I've seen yet! Extremely good craftsmanship, really well thought out 👍
Hi Ame, let me start saying that what you shared on that video is simply amazing. The conversion from Van to RV. Insulation, electrical, plumbing, AC, structural wood and aluminum work, flooring, finish fine carpentry, solar panel installation and the list goes on and on. And you make it look like all it was a piece of cake. That ain´t no joke Ame, what you did, and all by yourself, it sets you up just one step below the genius cat. Congrats!. my best wishes to you dear, rgs
Ame,
Semi long time subscriber, my highest compliments. Great job. Your knowledge of construction, use of tools, electrical, and plumbing are phenomenal. I am a professional ME, journeyman in electrical, and carpentry, I am totally impressed. Your attention to every detail in your home is amazing. And all along I thought you were just another beautiful woman enjoying life on her own terms. Was I wrong.
Truly great job! Miles ahead of many of us in DIY. I am stunned by a stunner!
In a year’s time, you’ll be one of the biggest Vanlifers on CZcams! It’s great to watch a Star in the making!
You should be proud of yourself! That was epic! All the wiring, plumbing, woodwork...well everything, brilliant! I enjoyed every second! Thank you👍🏿💜
Incredible! You are epic!
Wow! I’m so amazed that you did this all by yourself. Great work!!
Great Siz. being in the country side and farming , being Handy is awesome you feel tired but fulfilled
Finally found a build with the exact model van I want. Definitely going to try this myself, I'm a cabinet maker with some plumbing and electrical experience and I still doubted myself, massive props and thanks for the inspiration.
Has anyone else just stumbled upon this beautiful woman going to beautiful places and binge-watched her channel? lol. She's smart, cool, funny and has an amazing way of really making it as though she's talking directly to us, like we're along for the ride and everything flows together so well. I love her choices of stops. I wish I could do this. Not sure if I could make a go of it.
Of course you can do it, all the research is at our fingertips and it's the " will" or " no will " that determines outcome. Go for it. ♥️
I’m very impressed by you. Then I saw you build your van and can’t believe how capable you are with building and ingenuity. Congratulations
You Are without a Doubt My Super Hero… so incredible this Van build I could never do it. I have been with you from your first video all the way through everything with you. Your videos are CZcams's best and I'm happy to spend time and to see you every Friday. I'm always excited to come back and see what crazy adventure you will take us on.yes you are a superhero to me… Thank you for sharing Ame
You really are an artist ( that's what my mom said ). For me, results never betray the process. The struggle for a year and a half is something to be proud , and it has paid off beautifully.
Love and admiration - from Bali.
I've lived in a Citroën Berlingo since the beginning of the first lock down in March 2020. Its a small van but iv insulated it and have a Maxx air fan and have a double mattress topper.Also I have a 200w Perlight solar panel. I'm really impressed that you have done all the wiring with the full setup. I can relate in most things in your video but your knowledge and motivation is incredible
Killer Skills. Sick designing. Nomadic, Adventurous Personality. Amazing.👍🏻
My God ! Very, very good job. This video is amazing. You have the motivation and the courage. ❤👍
WOW! It's easy as a red-blooded male to dismiss this as little more than an attempt to trade on your good looks, but that ignores what you've actually accomplished. What fantastic dedication to see a project through and what wonderful workmanship throughout! You are remarkably talented and I hope you find great success on whatever journey(s) on which you choose to embark.
I have admiration for anyone who takes on a task like this, especially without any training and on their own. Well done. I hope you are enjoying your van. Thank goodness for the internet that is a great source of info - you can find out how to do anything ! And yours is an inspiration to others.
Yes, it's a "pool of brains"
Started watching your videos about a month ago. I had no real understanding, of how much work went into creating Gloria. Huge amount of respect for you. I am exhausted just watching your van build video, lol. I will look at Gloria with a whole new appreciation. Well done Ame.
I'm about to undertake a remarkably similar project in the next few months. You've shown a ton of things here I have struggled to find elsewhere. Thank you! You've helped so much!
Love how even though you say you "have no idea what I'm doing", you just figure it out and get it done. That is awesome. Well done!!
Very impressive, indeed! I am a long time home remodeler and I see this as a major project due to the compact size and packaging constraints. You made it look so well thought out and made for your lifestyle. I'm glad I spent the time to see what a young person can do with incentive, ambition, and a borrowed set of tools. Bravo and enjoy your beautiful rolling home!
Absolutely a phenomenal transformation. Well done!
Ame that was absolutely courageous... someone so young attempting a van build, my hat is off to you. Simply beautiful. I'm so glad I found your vlog. Very impressive 👍😁
Ahhh thank you so much!🥰🤩
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07:13 / 18:33
she is have great dad :)
I was super impressed by this. I am an older bloke who can make and fix pretty much anything but I wouldn't have attempted this, and you just went and did it, well done
WTF!!! You are Soooooo amazing!!! the design, and the outcome and the aesthetics!!! gorgeous!!! I LOVE IT!!! Thank you for sharing thsi, it is pure inspiration!
Hi Ame, I think you're absolutely incredible and I'm wowed by watching you build Gloria. I love watching your videos and see you're a beautiful soul. 🙏❤️
I was really impressed that you had the courage to expand the van completely on your own and stuck with it for 1.5 years... and didn't let setbacks get you down to follow your dream!!! :)
Everyone has already written how well you did and how impressed they are by your efforts and your success. What else is there to say but that you are a fantastic young lady! WOW! You did something that most would consider impossible. By all means keep up your excellent work.
I’ve just watched this vid. I have learnt nothing, as there is no way I would be able to do any of this. I am, however in complete and utter awe of you and what you managed to achieve. We’ll done, what a brilliant job you have accomplished
wow! amazing build. I'm a carpenter,cabinet maker,joiner,antique restorer and I'm well impressed! I had a boxer long wb high top, got as far as the floor, insulation, split charge relay, removable kitchen, fold down bed in two halfs (as i was using as a work van) before it died! I now have a vauxhall vivaro lwb ht I can get away in, so much easier to park. I have my own workshop where I keep all my stuff. Love the channel and your way of life enjoy!
Hello Ami, you blew me away watching you transform the transit into a home, honestly I didnt realise how much work there was involved in wat you did , I mean how on earth did you know where to start , your such a talented young lady, ,wat an achievement the van looks amazing , your parents must have been so so proud of you.
I have to admit I'm more than impressed that you took on a very difficult project as big as this and did a fantastic job. Good work.
Complimenti Ame, semplicemente bravissima! Non so aggiungere altro...
wow, you should be so proud of yourself. that was amazing, just get out there and enjoy every minute, you certainly deserve it.
Simply amazing 👏 you must be from another planet Ame I cannot put into words how impressive this is, the most talented and intelligent young lady I have ever seen!!! Hope you enjoy every minute using the end result you truly deserve it.
i know she is talenti shes onlz 16 wow great job
Hey Ame, Damn girl !! What you've successfully accomplished with your van by yourself is absolutely incredible.. Go Girl !!
Ngl I’m only halfway through the video and I feel exhausted just watching you. The amount of skill, commitment and vision required to do this is insane! You really are an inspiration :)
Wow!! Awesome job you did building out your van!!! Good job with the video overview too .. cool stuff!
OMG! you are simply a champ!!! Just 21 years old, and you built this, no words to praise you. Maybe I can say beauty with brains, strengths, and so so on...
I don't have much experience with carpentry etc, but I do myself handy jobs at home, so considering that I want to calculate total time and cost. Plus, I can hire a pro for electrical and other stuff.
yes,you do yourself handy jobs at home when you watch her at work.So you have more experince now with handy job at home hahahahaha
Total admiration for what you have achieved! Well done!! You are an inspiration!!
You are one amazingly, creative young woman!!!! This is one of the most detailed videos on van-conversion I've ever seen!!!! And you were great with the camera as well. I didn't get motion-sickness watching the video! You go Girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It's amazing that you understand and can do everything. Congratulations
Plumber, Carpenter, Electrician, Interior designer, Painter and decorator and I'm sure I've left some out, but Ame you've got it all, you should be so proud of yourself.
What an awesome job! You really know what you are doing and the results are great!
Wow is all I can say. To have the patience and the knowledge to be able to pull that off is quite an accomplishment Ame. And looking so beautiful at the same time. Great job girl.
Wow, I’m new to your channel and I hadn’t realized that you did the fit out on your van yourself ~ very impressive, I have a whole new level of respect for you.
Ame, WOW!!! This is amazing and so are you!!! ❤️ Your building skills are incredible. This van conversion is on a whole different level! I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm looking forward to sharing your journeys with you. Thank you for making them available. You are so appreciated!!! Eric
Ame, this is genuinely impressive. That is a lot of work and you stuck with it to the end. It looks great too. Well done.
I must say that this video proberly the best on youtube. All your resources skills. Amazing. Recycled wood, the best. Great video. Love your channel. Gloria looks awesome.
you should be proud of yourself!!! bloody amazing work you really stepped up and delivered.
Awesome that you did all this by yourself.Huge Respect!!
You say you may not know what you're doing, but if anything ever goes wrong, you'll know exactly where to look. Awesome build and I enjoyed watching the process!
07:13 / 18:33
I am in awe!!!! Thanks for having all it takes to see a dream to the finish. With 3.5 m views you have inspired many. A big thanks for recording the process. Oh😮 the editing! Thanks again.
Incredible work and talent. You must be well pleased with the outcome. Amazingly well done and I hope you enjoy your vanlife for a long time.
Enormous respect! Having built these with your own hands , must have given you great satisfaction! There is magic in creating something from zero. Well done!!
Looks to good to be true, seems like a scam. I doubt she built that by herself. Too many gullibles in the population today fall for anything and everything.
AWESOME!!! I learned a lot! Thank you for sharing this endeavor. WOW!!!
I usually skip past the electrical parts and plumbing but you made it seem less scary, gives me more confidence for my future build when I've saved up 😊
That diagonal desk nook is really cool! I love it every time someone adds a truly unique element to a van build that suits there own, personal needs. That's really what this type of endeavor should be about -- a customized, portable lifestyle. Nice work! Very artistic, very DIY, and totally your own! ❤
This video is deserved Million viewers! Wow! This is absolutely amazing! What a gifted woman are you! So proud of you as a woman. Salute! 😭 you are so talented.
Silent fan here from Philippines 🇵🇭🤍
Girl, you are awesome! Hats off......Love every seconds in this vid!