Full Van Build Timelapse | 1 year start to finish | DIY Transit Camper Conversion
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- čas přidán 25. 02. 2023
- Over the past year I have completely rebuilt the interior of my 1998 MK5 Ford Transit into our dream camper van. It's built completely from scratch using mostly up-cycled materials where possible, without compromising the finish. I have documented the entire build process in a series of 30+ videos to help you build your dream van on a budget:
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Key features of this conversion include: 2 BEDS, Modern kitchen, Baby Belfast Sink, Indoor & Outdoor Shower, Captain seats, Mood lights, Smart TV, Worktop extension, Mini Fridge/ freezer, Night heater, Roof fan & Skylight, 2 burner gas hob, OFF GRID or ON GRID Electrical system, DIY Hot water system, Solar Panels, floor to ceiling Oak framed mirror, Custom control panel & more!
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I'm in awe at your level of skill in so many areas, what an amazing job it looks absolutely brilliant, I wish you many years of happy travelling👍
Thank you mate 😊 I really appreciate your kind words, happy travels to you too! 😁
Thank you for your whole build series, I really like the way you think for yourself and don't just follow the crowd ! There are all sorts of ways to build a van and it's refreshing to see your channel heading back to the the origins of this being free thinking, reusing and recycling materials not only for budget but also good for the environment. Happy travels!xx
It’s been a pleasure to make, I’ve really enjoyed coming up with different ideas of repurposing and reusing materials. thank you for your lovely feedback 😊 happy travels to you too!
🎃 As I watched your 1yr time lapse van building video. I couldn’t help but to think of all that actual time and money you put in it to make your 🚐 home on wheels 😘👌 I am in awe of how you meticulously took the time to address the ins and out of your home on wheels 😘👍 especially the repair work on the engine and rust repairs. I can hardly wait to get started on my Hightop 🚐 van and start the process to convert my rig to get her ready for the roads (coast to coast) 🌎 Thank you for you videos.
Thank you for your lovely comments 😊🙏 to get a good quality finish without spending too much money takes a lot of time! Enjoy the process and it is extremely satisfying 😁 Literally every day off I had was spent working on my van, and my mind was working 24/7 trying to work out the best ways to do things. What van do you have? 😁🚐
I watched your build series, outstanding. This is a great recap, but for anyone who hasn't seen the full build, you should go and see. It's like a masterclass.
Thank you so much Pete for your lovely comment! I am so glad you see it like that and I really hope that others find it useful 😊
Shame I can only like this once. I have loved watching the van come together. Very envious of your “smiley” camper my friend. Keep up the good work and looking forward to watching your adventures in it in the future..😎😎
Thank you! 😊 Really glad you have enjoyed the series, it makes it all worth while when I have lovely comments like this 👍
It’s one of the coolest vanlife projects! Interest technical solutions (water heater) make the project one-of-a-kind! Applauses for skilled master!
Thank you!! So glad you like it 😊
Wow Some skills you've got loved the whole run through incredible job you achieved
Thank you so much, glad you liked it 😊
Inspiring craftsmanship and in general lots of useful tips your channel. Thanks, Turner !
Thank you! Glad you like it 😊
Wow ! So impressed with your van build and your work skills are amazing ! Thank you for sharing 👍
Thank you for your lovely comment, really glad you like it 😊
Amazing my friend talented in many ways
Thank you mate 😊
You're a genius, with extraordinary skills. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, ideas, and beautiful build. May you have years of safe and happy travels.
I’m definitely not a genius 😆 but thank you anyway! It’s my pleasure to share it and likewise happy travels 😊 thanks for watching!
Quite possibly the best time-lapse build I've seen. Well done 👏 ✔️ 👍
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you like it 😊👍🏼
Brilliant. What a talent you have.
Thank you mate! Just winging it 😊
Excellent buddy I have loved all your build.
Thanks matey, I really appreciate you watching the videos 😊
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I have enjoyed each and every video. You have done an excellent job on this build.
It’s my pleasure, thank you so much for watching 😊
Just brilliant. Your skills are amazing. Well done!!! Thoroughly enjoyed this video❤❤❤
Thank you so much! Really glad you enjoyed it 😊
Nice job buddy
Thanks mate 😊
Really nice. Well done. Now go and enjoy !
Cheers mate, we will try our best! Happy travels 😊
Excellent mate 👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks mate 😊👍
Brilliant job very talented young man
Thank you 😊
Wonderful job.
Thank you 😊
Wow! What an amazing home! And you built it!!!❤ 🙏Jane in SC
Thank you Jane 😊 Really glad you like it!
Brilliant clever lad I love the old Smiley Face Banana engine Transits best engine Ford ever made although I have a MK 6 long wheelbase Transit that needs a fair bit of welding on not much on floor hoping to start converting it in the next month or so might pinch some of your ideas if you dont mind
Thanks mate, very kind of you to say 😊Glad you liked the video. Honestly, I think all transits should come with a welder! But they do make a good engine and easy to fix. That’s a good project, enjoy the process and good luck to you. You’re more than welcome to use my ideas! Most are just taken from elsewhere anyway and reinvented! 😆
Amazing young man I had my van professionally fitted out should have come to you Brilliant video well done 🚐
Thank you for your lovely comment, really glad you enjoyed it! 😊
Good job!!😊
Thank you 😊
Top of the range buddy strong mind good hands 👊👍
Cheers mate 😊👍
Cracking channel. Subbed!
Thank you! 😁
you should always do your tube fixings shower or walls in circles , not blobs or lines ... better fixing and more cost affective ... thats how we do it on Sunseekers boats ... stronger ! x
Thanks for the suggestion, I will definitely try that next time, makes sense cheers👍🏼😁
Ha quedado muy buena te felicito, muy buen trabajo, un saludo desde España
Thank you so much 😊
Brilliant
Thank you 😊
Smart arse, seriously what a great job 😊
I’m really not 😂 but thank you all the same 😊
Love it
Thank you 😊
Subbed, were building a MK7 :)
Thank you! All the best with the build 😊
hi, i started waching your videos and i got inspired to repair my van, i want to change the belts on my transit and i would like to know what kind of fan belt and powersteering belt size does the 1998 mk5 have
" Pocket screwing " is crap ! glued or not ! ... joinery is the way x
Trust me, if I had the time I would have used “proper” joints. But would have taken way too long with the hand tools and machines I have. I think that pocket holes work pretty well as a quick DIY alternative.
Now the inside is 2 good for this not so good outside, now if the external was an expensive sporty look mercedes type (or better )maybe worth the hard expert interior remodeling.
Thanks for your comment, I personally value the simplicity, rarity and reliability of my old transit. Also being ‘not as desirable’ on the outside should keep thieves away, which is a bonus in my eyes. It does everything a high end camper van does but without the high end price tag and maintenance costs. Ford definitely had the engineers involved when designing the older transits. Unfortunately I feel that the accountants get the final say with most newer vans. As long as they can make them look sporty or stylish on the outside people will buy them. However, many of the engines are made from chocolate, the ECUs get riddles with faults and it will cost you the earth to have it plugged in and diagnosed when something goes wrong - which it inevitably will. Especially with the strict emissions standards of today. EGR valves, DPFs, adblue systems. These are the last things I want to think about when I’m on a van trip! And with my van, I don’t have to. But it’s not all sunshine and daisies because I do have to keep the rust at bay. 😁
Love your water heater .. working ok ?
Thank you! I haven’t had a chance to test the solar element yet. I’m looking at making a couple of modifications to give better temperature control when I have the time and funds, also need to get another solar panel for the roof as 100w isn’t enough for heating the water 👍🏼
@@TurnersWorkshop97 let me know fella ... love it
Hi, love the channel, I recently bought a 1998 ford transit and am in the process of converting. Are you finished posting videos on your camper. Could you look at the cab, I have an indicator problem. Do you have electric windows, I plan to upgrade my windows and finally the power steering .. has it caused you any issues.
Thanks
Damien
Hi Damien, thank you for your interest in the channel :) I can’t say for certain at the moment as I may be selling it. A common indicator problem usually stems from the indicator switch itself so could be worth replacing that to eliminate this as the potential problem. Also I would definitely suggest getting a Haynes manual as it has all the circuit diagrams in there. These items can be found in my Amazon shop linked on the channel. As for the power steering, I haven’t had any issues. I made a video for replacing the power steering fluid which may be beneficial. Best of luck with your build 😊
@@TurnersWorkshop97what about the electric windows part?
Epic build! Do you have any idea the weight of the build?
Thank you! It’s 2.92 tonnes fully loaded with full water tank and diesel tank etc
Im about to take the plunge on a 1995 Transit myself, how has it been rust wise for you I'm a bit paranoid about the underside of the van and as its an ebay aution about 4 hours from me I cant see it underneath. How was yours when you picked it up?
Make sure you get detailed videos of all over the chassis if you can’t look at it. I wouldn’t buy a transit without physically inspecting it tbh. They do rust quite badly once the rust gets going. It can all be repaired and most panels can bought but it’s going to be expensive unless you have a welder and want to do it yourself :) mines not too bad on the chassis. Inner sills had gone in places. Inner wings, spring hangars are common areas and check front mats for signs of leaking. I checked mine over like I normally would but there was plenty of rust in places I couldn’t see like behind the windscreen. Good luck buying, don’t let me put you off! Just be cautious :)
What about all the " rust " in the celling and walls you haven't treated ???? ...... not good ! x
Hi, it’s definitely not rust on the ceiling as it has a fiberglass roof. I think you are looking at the carpet insulation that was stuck up there from the previous conversion (not me) I went over it meticulously to make sure all the rust was treated/ removed before converting 👍🏼 thanks for your comment though