$600 Tiny Camper in a Ford Transit Connect

$600 Tiny Camper in a Ford Transit Connect | Van Tour Enhanced Audio

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In this video, I tour a budget-friendly Transit Connect built for part-time travel. Gale built this piece by piece in her home, bringing pieces out to fit, and back and forth until built. And instead of a house battery, she uses the van’s battery to power everything on 12 volt. While I don’t think that’s sustainable for full-time use, it works great for her part-time travel.
LINKS:
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Gale provided a lot of links to items used in her build to help you with yours. I've made a shop on Amazon so you can find them all in one place (amzn.to/3lzB5aA) or you can find individual items below:
Shelf Brackets: amzn.to/3z8fTeO
USB and 12v Outlets: amzn.to/3nkxk9n
Hinges: amzn.to/3lHS5ve
Lights: amzn.to/3FS8aFl
LIght Switches: amzn.to/3FT3kYF
Faucet: amzn.to/3LQR4eQ
Soap Dispenser: amzn.to/42EP5Ae
Stove: amzn.to/42EOJto
Windows: amzn.to/3JMjZhs
MaxxAir Fan: amzn.to/3z7TPRy
TV (hers is a 16" that is no longer available): amzn.to/3JM5nP7
Fan: amzn.to/3z7GAAs
Shower: amzn.to/3TPeCTy
Inverter: amzn.to/3lHCfk9
Air Compressor: amzn.to/40ityMd
Garmin: amzn.to/3LQQw8M
Hands-free charger: amzn.to/40i8aXm
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
00:40 - Overview
01:02 - Meet Gale
01:24 - Kitchen counter
01:57 - Above cab storage
02:21 - Kitchen - upper cabinet
02:44 - The build process
03:06 - Kitchen sink
03:23 - Kitchen stove
03:27 - Windows, fan, ventilation
03:57 - Bed
04:40 - Kitchen - lower cabinet
05:01 - Shower
Here at TheGalavan I feature vans, primarily designed and built by women, to give you inspiration for your own van build. I’m always on the lookout for other van life enthusiasts who want to collaborate and share their love of this lifestyle. I also love to cook from scratch in my van and share accessories, tips, and tricks to make van life easier and more successful for you.
Gear & Accessories:
GoPro Hero 10: amzn.to/3SKkUCw
Fotopro Flexible Tripod: amzn.to/2E7fjCV
Video Editing: iMovie
Prayer Flags by Lisa Kattenbraker: www.lisauntitled.com/
3qt Instant Pot: amzn.to/2VF15Ah
3qt IP Inserts: amzn.to/2xKJK0F
I've put together an Amazon store to help you source the items I find useful: amazon.com/shop/thegalavan.
This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I'll receive a small commission.
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Пікірлер: 14

@suesorensen2440 Жыл бұрын

She did an AmaZinG job building her van out! Thanks for sharing ☮

@lyric8529 Жыл бұрын

Love it! It is especially cool that she did it herself. One of the things that I particularly noticed as someone with vision challenges I REALLY appreciate how she put lights in all the cabinets and even under the bed! 🩵

@TheGalavan Жыл бұрын

Yes - lighting really helps. And if wiring the lights is overwhelming, check out the lights in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/idihrLpzqt-0no0.html Of course, you can watch the whole video, but the link starts at the USB lights.

@leese.23 Жыл бұрын

The flip up counter she made by putting boards together is just gorgeous she did a great job of everything

@wrylife57 Жыл бұрын

Very nice build, efficient and aesthetically pleasing. I need more info on getting all of the power from the starter battery. I just don't understand how one doesn't end up with a dead battery!

@cotter9751 Жыл бұрын

Yes! This is inspirational!

@dogsbyfire 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video! The build is so original and creative. Ingenious overall and very well done.

@judithwilliamshudson1744 Жыл бұрын

Very nice

@michelleoglesbee-flores2518 Жыл бұрын

great build out Gail. Love your kitchen set up. I too have the same year van and love traveling in it. Going to attempt to finally finish the door on my above cab storage. Love yours as well.

@ktk2094 Жыл бұрын

I like that Gail put lights in her lower storage, not everyone thinks of that.

@LaraSatoriHarris Жыл бұрын

Cascadia 4x4 does a hood top solar system that charges the vehicle battery. I bet that would make her setup sustainable. This reminds me of Japanese N-Box (Honda) builds, and I LOVE it!

@deeplansandbudgets Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, such a great job. My Connect is super basic, I do not have the skills or tools to do a build like this but I sure would love to. I really do need to add windows for ventilation. Maybe I will get brave enough to try that but something about cutting a whole in the side of my van just scares me.😃