FULL VAN TOUR - A £3,000 Self Build Transit Custom Camper Conversion
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- čas přidán 11. 09. 2021
- Self build for £3000. Van tour of full transit custom camper conversion.
Here are all the materials I used to build the van
1. Sound Deadening Kilmat - Amazon
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2. Insulation Roll & Foam - Amazon
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3. Ply Floor - Custom Shop Designs
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4. Carpet Lining - Lining Direct
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5. Altro Flooring - Harrison Trim Supplies
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6. Head Liner - Custom Shop Designs
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7. Fridge - Juts Kampers
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8. SMEV 9222 Kit - Amazon
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9. Electrics Kit - Wired Campers
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10. Furniture - Alpine Leisure
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11. Cello 19” Tv
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12. CTEK D250se DC 2 DC Battery Charger
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13. AiLI Battery Monitor
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14. External LED Awning Light
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15. LED Spot lights for Roof
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16. 12v Cable
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17. TV Aeriel
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18. Awning Rail
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19. Wild Earth Awning
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20. LED strip light under cupboard
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Absolutely brilliant my friend! I've just bought myself a high top custom with similar plans in mind! Your video was very easy to watch, with loads of detail in a very short time! Priceless, well done and thanks for the insight👍😊
Wow mate! Such nice comments and thanks for watching the video and taking the time to comment too! Good luck with your conversion. We love ours so glad we did it and had so many great adventures and more to come! All the best 👍
Just about to start a project thanks to your videos given me the inspiration to give it a go 🤞🏻
Think I’m on ep7 so far all very helpful👌
Ah nice one thanks! Glad they are useful and good luck with your own build too 👍
Absolutely cracking job
Love it
Ah great thanks for the kind comment and checking out the video too 👍 Much appreciated
Great job. Well done!
Ah thank you! Appreciate the kind comment and you checking out the videos 👍
Great job.
I've just bought a transit custom myself and am about to embark on a conversion project.
Cheers Nick. Thanks for the comment and for checking out the video 👍 Good luck with your conversion! What are you planning? Full conversion, day van? Off grid?
Lovely build from start to finish. Will show you some pictures of mine when complete (almost there). Shaun
Thanks again Shaun 👍 ah great you almost there with the build 😀 Yeah please do send over some pics - I have an email now for the channel that is
transitcustomconversion@gmail.com
I might see if I can get some other on the channel too to share their build and I can pull them into a video maybe?!! Like Readers Builds?! 😃
Unbelievable that came out at the price quoted. Looks really professional.
Ah thank you - we really happy with it! Some bits I know not a professional standard but prefect for how we use it 👍 cheers for comment and checking out the videos much appreciated
Excellent well done good luck 👍👍👍🏴🇬🇧🇨🇦
Thank you! Luck is always the cross roads between preparation and opportunity 👍✅ Thanks again for comment and checking out the videos - much appreciated 😀
Absolutely lovely van mate 👍
Cheers Scott 👍 We been really happy with it! I know some areas not perfect and if I did another one with what I learnt might do a few things differently but on the whole smiles for miles!
Absolutely insane you did this all for £3k!!! I’m looking at getting myself a mwb transit for a little extra room, will definitely be using your conversion for inspiration!!
Ah thanks mate 👍 yeah its still a great van and we had loads of adventures so far.. Good luck with your build and thanks again for checking out the videos and the comment 😀
Very nice conversion and nice video too - with easy to listen to narration! (So much easier on the ear than the transatlantic "Hey guys, what's up" style.)
Hey Robert 👍 Ha that made me LOL.. I have had my family take the PI$$ out of my narration as they said I was trying to sound like a relaxation tape 😂 Thanks for the comment and checking out the video! Are you doing a conversion yourself too?
@@TransitCustomCamper Hi there, hey, maybe there's a market for 'campervan relaxation/meditation' videos? You just need to broadcast from the Transit roof - in best Instagram cross legged 'full lotus' position naturally - and let your soporific voice lull the punters into vanlife trance!
I have a van, but am always looking for good ideas in other people's conversions. Plus my cousin's just bought a Transit Custom lwb hi-top to convert and I was wondering what was possible - when I came across your fine work. Have some great travels!
@@robertp.wainman4094 - ha - yeah might be worth a shot - if I decide to go full lotus on the Transit roof next video I’ll deffo give you a shout out 😂
Really nice job. 👍👍
Nice one thanks James! Appreciate the comment and you checking out the video 👍
Nice tidy conversion
Ah nice one 👍 thanks for checking out the video and the comment 👍
Good job 👍
Thank you!! 👍
Really nice camper you have there 😁
Thanks 👍
Hi, now that your van build is complete, as is ours and pretty much similar to yours! did you have to notify DVLA of the changes made to the van, we only have the spacesaver seat/bed installed in ours again same seating as yours, and not using it for passengers as we didn't go for the M1 tested version, so it is really only a day van. Cheers!
I always love to have one of these for traveling to another country, i mostly want to take this kind of campervan to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Emirates, that would be a helluva trip for me!
Yeah! That would be one good road trip!
@@TransitCustomCamper yeah, me a Muslim myself, I would love to drive through the Arabian peninsula!
Fab job
Ah thanks 👍 Appreciate you checking out the videos and the comments
Absolutely love the van and love the video series you have produced.. you should have more subs imo!
I am doing a 50 percent self build ( outsourcing the wiring and the carpeting of the van). What I cannot get my head around is what structures do you fix the cupboards to on the van walls and the van floor? If the walls and floors are plyed, how do yo make sure you are drilling into the b pillars or in the case of the floor how do you screw to the ribs without accidentally going through the actual exterior panel of the van? I know this is a real beginners question, but any advice would be hugely appreciated! many thanks Vee
Ah thanks Vee! Really nice of you to comment and glad you like the videos! For my build I carpeted the pillars so I could still see them to attach to. I also used some furniture blocks to attach to other areas and the ply too just to make sure it was fixed in. If you are fitting full ply panels then mark up where they are on the roof or floor with masking tape so you can reference after. On the floor I used shorter screws to just go into the ply and not the ribs. These were more for stability really. Mine hasn’t shifted at all and been fine since fitting 👍 Hope this helps and good luck with build. 😃
@@TransitCustomCamper thanks so much for getting back to me and that info is super useful… top tip about masking tape re reference. Happy vanlife! Vee
Nice build! We're thinking about getting the side bar steps on ours, do they make getting in and out easier?
Hey thanks for checking out the video and your kind words on the build 👍 Yeah they do actually… It funny as it’s not a massive difference but would really miss them if they were not there now 😀 I think makes the van look a bit lower too or maybe even “sporty”?! 🤣 So if that a look you going for then #winning 👍
Great looking build and its exactly the same as i am after. where did you get all the cupboards and kitchen etc?
Hey Dann! Thanks for the comment and checking out the video! I got the units from a company called Alpine Leisure. They pretty basic and the MDF kind… but serves a purpose 👍 not sure if you seen it but I did another video on the full build list of materials and cost etc if it’s any use 👇
How much does a DIY van conversion cost? Transit Custom Conversion
czcams.com/video/yXjvPr94cZA/video.html
Hi Dave, you did quite a respectable job on your Transit. It deserves its Custom-title more than ever. I'm thinking of buying a PHEV-petrol panelvan one and follow your guidelines for the camper interior. In this regard I wonder about this: somewhere between video 7 and 8 there appears an inside and outside beautiful window on the right side, later copied on the left, but you never mention them, not even in the sum-up-costs video. Or have I overseen that? Anyway, can you tell me where they come from? Thanks, Luke
Hey Luke! Thanks for the comment and checking out the videos! Yes you are right - this was the one thing I didn’t do myself. I had a local firm supply and fit them for me. I think they charged me about £300 to supply and fit. Looking back I think I would give it a go myself.. I am not sure what brand they are sorry. Good luck with your build and thanks again for the support.
Amazing. Where did you get the TV headrest mount?
Thanks again David 👍 I picked it up on eBay but I have seen them in a few other places too.. Link to eBay item is below 👇
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lift-Off-TV-Headrest-Mounting-Bracket-VESA-Campervan-Motorhome-14-to-27-TVs-/252618953296?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0
Looks good Dave. With the wiring kit how did you deal with the smart alternator in the Transit Custom? Also what leisure battery did you use and where did you install it? Ty
Hi! I had to install a CTEK separate in the end as the split charge in the kit didn’t work.. I have a video on that below.. I got a leisure battery form Halford just a 100ah AGM and I keep it secured in the back cupboard atm czcams.com/video/Q7IEjEKSFBI/video.htmlsi=j5Qugc3ogHrBJ0vJ
Hi Dave, cracking conversation. Where did you get the individual seat pods that double up for storage? Looking for the same...
Hey Craig 👍 Ah cheers! Thanks for the kind comment on the conversion.. Much appreciated… I picked up the box/seats from Amazon - amzn.to/3ytN1yh
They really good we got six of them 😃 Use them to store stuff at the back of the van too 👍 All the best
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Hello Dave, just a few quick questions if I may. The doors on the units, did you manage to get them to close all the way so they're flush? Also do you have a link for the catches? I brought some but they were too big for the pre cut holes on the units 🤣🤣
Hey Daryl - well…once the trim was on they are very snug!! They do close flush but have to say take a bit of a push… I don’t mind as stops any movement when driving… However, I know this was a “budget” option for me as a had limit to work to for my conversion…
I did the same with the catches 😂 I did find some smaller ones here but the catch and angle of these was an issue too! So they work but again not what some would see as a premium solution! I just want to be totally honest with you 👍
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@@TransitCustomCamper When you say they didn't latch, how did you fix the issue?
Hi TCCC
love your conversation looks really good.
I'm imminently doing similar. can I enquire about the rock and roll bed? is that included in the £3000 spend?
I had already bookmarked the same wiring loom. is it easy to install? the wiring is the one thing that scares me a bit.
Thanks, steve.
Hi Steve 👍 Yes that includes the r n r bed I got from Hammond Campers. The wiring kit was OK to install it was my frost time doing it too but once you get going with it it’s all good. I did the videos on the electrics too here EP15 | Part 1 | Van Electrics install 12v Panel & Split Charge Relay
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Also we had ours inspected after by an electrician to makes sure it’s all OK⚡️
Hi Steve - Also I forgot that £3k budget didn’t include the fridge I don’t think which was £400 👍
@@TransitCustomCamper That's good to know. Thanks for your reply. I hope your all getting lots of use out of it
Thanks for the vid. Do you have to kneel down to use the cooker etc? Is headroom limited
Hey - yeah I am about 5ft 10 and no way I could stand up in there. We got little some foldable storage box seats which are good just to perch on and make a bacon sandwich 😀 if you planning to spend a lot of time just in the van then a pop top might be worth it. We also got an awning tent now which is great and really makes the whole space more usable and room to stand etc 👍
@@TransitCustomCamper Cheers!
hey buddy, loving your job, could i ask, how did you secure your cupboards into the van?
Hey mate! Thanks for the kind comment and checking out the videos 👍 I used furniture blocks for the floor and also some L brackets in places where I could into the double skin metal on the van - hasn’t moved and secure 👍
@@TransitCustomCamper Thanks for that appreciated
Great video, do you have a link for the table hardware
Hey! Thanks for the comment and checking out the video! All of the furniture and table came in a kit from a company called Alpine Leisure..Unfortunately though I don’t think they are trading anymore. I did just do a quick search on eBay and found this though if it’s any use www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266133888117?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=ilD4WqKHSqi&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
@TransitCustomCamper thanks for the fast response 👍
Where did you buy the cabinet kit and rock and roll bed can’t find the link in your list mate
Hi 👍 I got the cabinets from a company called Alpine Leisure - but I am not sure if they are still trading now 😥 I got the rock and roll bed from Hammond Campers www.hammondcamperbeds.co.uk
@@TransitCustomCamper yes I think there closed and I coped in one of your other videos where you got it fitted 🙈 any recommendations for a pop up roof
Hi, how do you power the tv please?
Hi Gavin - thanks for checking out video and the comment. The TV comes with either 12v that can be plugged into a cig lighter type socket and also a normal 240v plug adapter. If I am on hook up I usually use the 240v plug. Have used the 12v too and draw is pretty low too 👍
hi there, lovely van!! is it the L1 H1 base vehicle or the L2 H1? Thanks tab see
meant to read atb not tab!
Hey 👋 It’s an L1 H1 Trend model so has some extras like air con, heated seats, parking sensors etc… 👍
@@TransitCustomCamper thanks, I am in a great debate as to whether to get the L1 or L2 . I am doing a solid single bed at back end on one side so just working out space available between bed and the back of the front seats! have a German shepherd to fit in the van as well so floor space is essential! cheers vee
@@Wildsoul62 I've owned both L1 and L2 Tourneos. I didn't notice any size difference when driving but the L1 just fits most parking spaces whereas the L2 sticks out by about 40cm. Personally, for myself, I would go for the L1 because it would be a daily driver for me, and I think they look better.
@@jameseastwood4984 thanks James, i plumped for the l2 as have a large gsd and thr 40cm isnt too much of an issue re parking as not using it for daily drive. Happy New Year and happy vanlife! Atb vee
This is fantastic. How much did you pay for the van if you don’t mind me asking?
Ah thanks! We got the van about 2 years ago now was a 2014 Custom Limited with 37k miles and we paid £14k for it at the time - hope that helps 👍
Im from Kuwait
Who did your side windows and rock n to bed
Hey Craig - thanks again for the comment. I had the windows done by a local conversion firm and the bed I got from Hammond Campers 👍
Where did you get the unit kits from?
Hey Tony - thanks for the comment. I got the units which are MDF ones from a company called Alpine Leisure www.alpineleisure.co.uk/MDF_Fridge_Kitchen_Unit_Basic/p5574028_19638775.aspx
@@TransitCustomCamper that’s great. Thank you
Did you fit a diesel heater pls
Hi - no that was one thing I didn’t do as only really using the van in the warmer months
Cheers for a speedy reply. Great job you’ve done. Hats off to you
@@mikeroberts6588- ah thanks! We been soo happy with the van and had so many great adventures.. hoping to do a few updates soon too 👍
Me again!! would you believe we have just contacted our insurer to advise of the modifications we have made to the van and they have told us that now we have made changes they cannot insure the van!! absolutely unbelievable when we told then at the outset we would be converting to a day van and they said 'no problem', who are you insured with for your van and did you have any issues like this? they wanted to give us campervan/motorhome insurance but it's not a motorhome, now having to pay £55 for them cancelling our policy, I am speechless! any advice would be greatly welcomed, Thanks.
Hey Angela! Nice to hear from you again 👍 oh no!! I think that must be dependent on the insurance company? We had no issues… like you we informed them of the conversion and when it was complete we let them know and they updated the policy - I think there may have been an admin fee for the change £10… but they just charged the direct debit to cover…
I’ll have to check who we insure with as it’s in my wife name and she sorting it out… However we also just joined camping and caravan club!! 😃 and when we up for renewal they have some specialists we will prob move to.
Also on another point… I am planning a new feature on the channel “readers vans” where I’ll be featuring fellow van conversions on the channel with some pictures etc 👍 let me know if you want your van featured and send over some pics!! Be great to see the van too 👍
@@TransitCustomCamper Fab!! that's really helpful and we are also with C&CC so will look at them next year for renewal, I have just emailed you some pics and would be more than happy for these to be used, will send more of the conversion from the beginning. Our so-called insurers charged us £55 to cancel the policy!! we have since now managed to secure a new policy elsewhere, not cheap either but apparently very competitive. Thanks again.
Hi nice you can sell for me the future motor home
Hi - thanks for the comment… Not sure my wife would be too happy if I sold the van now 😂 I might be doing another conversion for sale at some point in the future when I can save up more £££ 👍