CAMPER VAN CONVERSION FITTING THE INSULATED SUB FLOOR

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CAMPER VAN CONVERSION FITTING THE INSULATED SUB FLOOR

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The van build continues and in this episode I build a fully insulated sub floor for the camper van conversion. #vanlife #vanconversion #fordtransit #campervanconversion
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@CharlesDaleActor Жыл бұрын

Watching someone, and I mean this in the nicest possible way, who doesn’t really know what they’re doing, is brilliant. Experienced people always take it for granted that we know the simple stuff, when often we don’t. This is a brilliant guide for people doing their first van. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@kyarichards2894 Жыл бұрын

Well said... it's encouraging, but he is competent with his hands.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Yea some van build videos I’ve watched don’t talk in everyday persons language do they 😂

@fireblade9005 Жыл бұрын

Shaun..well done for putting the conduit under the new floor ..Im an electrian and wondered why self builders dont do this ..remember to also do the same to the sides of the van ..always handy ! Thanks for the vid ..Enjoy yr Sunday

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@ftrider1768 Жыл бұрын

Nothing better than watching a bit of DIY on a Sunday morning, I tend to use sticks like sh*t, very good even if the timber is wet. Looking great already 👌 👍

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@Kerbaeus Жыл бұрын

Man, I am soooo enjoying your build process. It's exciting! seeing you piece together your vision. I cannot wait for the end result!!

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@edenbreckhouse Жыл бұрын

There is no reason to run battens on the floor. In my last 3 vans I just placed 25mm celotex onto the metal floor and laid the T&G flooring on top. I glued the T & G together and the secured it at the sliding side door and back doors and it never moved. Remember that the raised bits of van flooring are closely spaced enough so that the T & G won't sag - 18mm T&G is good for at least 400mm centres.

@donmurray4990 Жыл бұрын

Great idea using the conduit. I bet there are a lot of people who wished they had thought of that. 😁

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@keithleesley5979 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant so far, the great thing about this is that every little bit you do you can really see it coming together.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Keith

@haskyb9184 Жыл бұрын

Great van build, Shaun. My wife and I are guilty of being one of your silent subs over the last few months. Think we have been through your entire back catalogue of videos and really enjoyed them. We only live on the Devon/Cornwall border and hugely enjoy seeing you making the most of our little part of the world. Also we share a trying for a baby nightmare with you guys. After 5 years we finally got out happy ending. Really happy/excited for you guys. Keep up the good work. Glad to see your subs going through the roof. Hopefully see you cruising the rurals of the southwest soon. Ben & Vic

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@LightandlifeBristol-tg1kx 2 ай бұрын

This was one of the best van build videos. I’ve watched very informative love the chat with the Dad.

@driving_all_over Жыл бұрын

Honestly Shaun don't worry if there is a break, we won't hold it against you Looks good mate

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@heatherbrailsford8428 Жыл бұрын

Am enjoying watching you build your new van, you are so clever. Bless your Dad when you were trying to explain. Thanks for another great video Shaun, cheers 😊

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Heather

@stevew579 Жыл бұрын

I would like to say how I admire your perseverance in getting this van build done I would love a van like this to get away from it all all the best mate looking forward to the final build.

@richardmiles5293 Жыл бұрын

Another great video Shaun, best of luck to both you and Kate for the imminent arrival. 🤱👶

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@DrDaveW Жыл бұрын

A kitchen carving knife works great for Celotex/Kingspan, etc.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Cheers

@Camperjazz Жыл бұрын

Glad to see the new van build starting, I’m one week into full time car life and contemplating some permanent fitted storage units come summer, alas my diy isn’t nearly as good as yours, so goodness knows how it will work out lol

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

You won’t know unless you try Pam. Just don’t expect to be an expert straight away learn as you go that’s what I do 😊

@sallydingle321 Жыл бұрын

Your doing a grand job Shaun ✊👌👏... always a breath of fresh air to watch and I'm sure your going to help a lot of first time van conversions do a great job 😁. Thinking of you both over these coming days 👶🙏💝😘

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Sally

@B41DY Жыл бұрын

This is giving me a real insight into the "possibility" of doing the same thing myself I really am intrigued as to how you are doing this "IF" I do this myself, much love on the forthcoming new addition to your family Shaun and good luck 🙂

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@annbuckle5880 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed watching I thinks it's so exciting seeing the van slowly have its make over I've seen how some vans even have beds on a pulley so the bed is out of the way when not in use which is amazing 😀

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ann

@macbilling6410 Жыл бұрын

Me my self I find it very interesting watching you building the inside of the Van. I look forward to the next episode.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@louisesouthgate5231 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking us along with this journey..... great to see it all starting to take shape. Hope all goes well for Kate. 😊

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@deborah_soulfireblue22 Жыл бұрын

Wow, 2 videos this week! Yay! 🥰🙌 Glad you got some paddle boarding in & got your floor in. Love seeing you start with bare bones to see the process, so inspiring! 💚🙏

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@colinpiper6280 Жыл бұрын

Great work Shaun. That came out looking really good. I'm really enjoying watching the progress.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Cheers Colin

@alanmaddern8171 Жыл бұрын

Looking good Shaun 👍 Looking forward to seeing this build! 😀

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@JonTanOsb Жыл бұрын

Your dad gave you the same advice as I would. Bring the floor right to the door. You can always pick up a folding step stool to make it easier for shorter legs to get in. Jon in rural BC, Canada

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Yea I’m glad I listened to him 😂

@kev6170 Жыл бұрын

Love the videos, but when your Dad watches you cutting the baton with a jigsaw in your hand you'll be for it. Great series keep up the good work.

@johndulling8831 Жыл бұрын

Yes he's in for it 😂

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

😂

@4dfootball889 Жыл бұрын

I had to skip it😂🤣😂, i work on the sites and see apprentices do this all the time thinking its going to be quicker. One slip and it would've been the first time somone has past out watching a KZfaq clip 😂🤣😂. Enjoyed the build all the same👍

@sparkie920 Жыл бұрын

The thing is you’ve got a work mate sat there. Should use it to hold the wood.

@sarahwoods388 Жыл бұрын

I’m enjoying watching the process of the van and can’t wait to see the end result. Good luck with the arrival of your baby boy 👶

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Sarah

@jillybodhitaylor7616 Жыл бұрын

Great work dude, the condute is such a good idea well done 👍 like is we have just been insulating under the bed and we never claim to be professional van builders we just research and crack on best way 👍 hope all is good with your wife and baby, keeping it all crossed x

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

The is Jilly. I’ll come by and see you both this year

@joehesketh9830 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I are in the process of buying our first ford transit to kit out. Your videos are proving extremely useful! Thanks for the content.

@pharmacymg Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to watching this build unfold and also seeing a baby picture! Good luck on both fronts! :)

@davewarren401 Жыл бұрын

Looking good!! The conduit running down the floor is a great idea nice one. Looking forward to the next instalment!

@tomwinch9107 Жыл бұрын

Loving the van build, and great to see you working it out (with help from your dad ;-) You need a sticker for the back door - no tools left in this van overnight! Good to see your cheerful thumbs up ... do watch out for the temptation to cut corners with the jigsaw / safety. I'm not great at this but have all digits and only a few scars ... Good luck to you and Kate, I hope all goes well and you adjust to your change in sleep patterns, not to mention the extra responsibility ... I have used expanding foam 'plasterboard' adhesive before - after it not sticking I re-read the instructions - making sure the surfaces were damp, then waiting until the adhesive formed strings was the key ... so if you find unusual instructions on glue, it could be there for a reason! I guess sound deadening needs to be stuck properly to do it's job, so maybe you can get time to drive the van before and after fitting it to make sure it has made it a bit quieter All the best with your build, especially after it becomes a lower priority!

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom. Also there will always be one tool left in the van over night… me I’m the one tool 😂

@Sidchasingclassiccars Жыл бұрын

You clearly put a lot of thought into each stage of your work Shaun so well done you. If you are using B&Q Penryn my bro in law works there and he could get you little discount on materials. ✌

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

That’s really good to know Sid. Would he know who I am if I went in there or so I have to shout out at the top of my lungs “IS SID’s BROTHER IN LAW HERE????” 😂

@Sidchasingclassiccars Жыл бұрын

@@LoveSundays 😆Fair point. Ask for Adrian. He is a friendly outgoing guy full of banter. Explain I said he could get you some discount I'm sure he will help you. 👍

@MrSuperweerman 7 ай бұрын

this is brilliant, i'm in the same spot - I want to do stuff, but have no idea, but we'll get there , good luck with the build

@scottmcgreavy3849 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoying watching you build this new van and to see your thought process. Can't wait for the next part.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@leenewt3005 Жыл бұрын

Got my 2017 VW crafter 😊 to convert

@matthardiman9764 Жыл бұрын

proper job.it's going to be brilliant. still up for the electrics 🔌if you need any help 😀

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@delsmith7725 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Shaun. You know what you're doing so I've every confidence in you. Love DIY 😁

@clivewitney3557 Жыл бұрын

Pizza cutter cuts celotex a treat😁

@justbreakingballs Жыл бұрын

I don't know why all these camper floors seem obsessed with battening the floors to death. Maybe I'm wrong but being in the building trade people hane what's called a floating floor, tounge and groove chipboard laid directly over insulation board. The insulation board has excellent compresive strength and when laid over with interlocking flooring the load is spread. I might be wrong perhaps 25mm insulation board doesn't have the compression strength but we will find out. I'm planning on using 25mm celotex adhered to the van floor with pu foam adhesive covered with tounge and groove osb3. I plan to sand the osb then finish it with floor grade varnish. The floating floor in building work in a house would be min 100mm insulation and 22mm chipboard. My van will be 25mm board and probably 18mm osb but I think it will be fine.

@nigelbarrett3602 Жыл бұрын

Looking good Shaun 👍 you are doing a very good job Looking forward to seeing more of the van conversion. Keep up the good work.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nigel

@lynmoore8355 Жыл бұрын

looking good, can't wait for next week, Good luck on your new arrival....

@nigelwigmore8379 Жыл бұрын

Looking good Shaun. Be a nice van for you and your family when finished 🏄‍♀️

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nigel

@TheFjmtb Жыл бұрын

You are smashing this mate ! The Star Wars bit especially !

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😂

@courtneytrautman9977 Жыл бұрын

Love the conversation with your dad 🤣

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

😂

@christopherash6695 Жыл бұрын

Use insulated expanding foam on the floor around the wheel arches 👍

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Yea that’s a good shout

@TheYummyMummyChannel Жыл бұрын

I’m loving learning as you go! Very amusing with you trying to explain to your Dad 😂 definitely think you should add a step of some kind, maybe some sort of manual pull out one underneath? Ask your Dad, he’ll most likely know what to do. Much love to Kate and hope she is resting as much as possible as she won’t be getting much sleep now or when baby is here. Tell her to invest in a V pillow! Great video again as I have breakfast on a Sunday morning

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

She already has a pregnancy pillow that dominates our bed 😂

@chrisharper1641 Жыл бұрын

I just brought the same van as you and I’m just starting out…your videos are a great help for me pal. Keep them coming 😊👍

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Best of luck with your build mate

@gosomewherenew 9 ай бұрын

As a fellow little legs person I find this video super helpful for my build! Just subscribed and looking forward to watching some of your older videos. Oh.. and yes I'm Shaun too.. best name in the world 😂

@petewarby7158 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video buddy. To cut down on the dust from the insulation board you can just cut it with a Stanley knife and snap the board, its cleaner for you and just as fast, faster really as you don't have to clear up lol Loving the series buddy

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice

@susankoehler6236 4 ай бұрын

Love conversions. It’s so nice to watch something that’s just fun even if it is hard work. Love the accent also😊

@NefariaAdventures Жыл бұрын

Lovely video as usual! Facetiming Dad for projects is a must haha. I do it all the time!

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

😂

@harryharker9564 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this very much your like me a compulsive cleaner,great to watch. I have the same caulking gun I bought mine from Screwfix and I use their sausages in it for glue sealants etc. They are considerably cheaper than Amazon if you look on line .Keep up the great videos enjoying the build.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Harry

@sarajanesteele8779 Жыл бұрын

same here, loving watching this from the beginning of your new journey - always look forward to your vids

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank youn

@snakewomangirl Жыл бұрын

So useful, I’m gonna insulate my Fiat Doblo-crampervan-lots of great info. Thank you 🙏

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Best of luck with your build

@Welshandproud1970 Жыл бұрын

Looking tidy Shaun. Another great Vlog on the build. 👌

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@gazmalks8918 Жыл бұрын

I’ve just started watching your channel really enjoying it 👍 thanks for sharing 😊

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@shobur Жыл бұрын

This is great to watch, good luck with the rest of it.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@chrisdavison2022 Жыл бұрын

Another man gadget to get...... Pocket hole jig...! For the cabinet making etc.... 😁

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Yea I’ve been eyeing them up

@terryhere3889 Жыл бұрын

Yes mate enjoying it

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Terry

@jim_jim1674 Жыл бұрын

so far so good, very nice 🤗🤗🤗

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@glendiggerding Жыл бұрын

Best wishes for the little one 🎉 Congratulations

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@icba4907 Жыл бұрын

If your thinking of using kingspan etc for the roof I can recommend using sticky pins they are great for the job.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the advice

@theshoe67 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely loving this build video even more so than your usual stuff and that is always amazing , so looking forward to the vans progress man i am hooked cannot wait to see the next one mate

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@mickjourneaux1798 Жыл бұрын

Nice tidy job Shaun

@BettaGettaBretta Жыл бұрын

Nice vintage workmate...

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@CamperVan-K Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this. I think I might have to do this. I will have to pull up the floor, because they tried to take the tyre off (underneath my Ford Connect) but they couldn't because someone screwed the floorboards down over the bolt that releases it!!!! Urgh. My summer project I think. K

@TravellingTorunn Жыл бұрын

Great job. Learning by doing is a good method, especially if you have someone to ask along the way 😊 Most things I am good at are learnt by doing, failing trying again and searching for help 😅

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

It’s the best way to grow isn’t it Torunn

@TravellingTorunn Жыл бұрын

@@LoveSundays Definitely 😊

@cryengine62 Жыл бұрын

Thumbs up enjoyed that video wishing you and your good lady well👍👍

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@phil7301 Жыл бұрын

Great job so far 😉👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil

@ThatGuyAli_ Жыл бұрын

Vans looking great allready, Hope everything goes well with the baby. Great video as always :)

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@gregphillips.1312 Жыл бұрын

Old school Black and Decker Workmate! I have one the same 🙏

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Yea I’ve had it for years

@simonwheeler2500 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant thanks keep up the great work 👍

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@bunnybasheruk Жыл бұрын

Coming along nicely Shaun, I am interested in the plastic bottle insulation to see how that goes. Good luck with the soon to come birth mate, hope all goes well for you all.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@jameshiggins.openworld Жыл бұрын

Really Good Video Thanks James

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@paulturner6790 Жыл бұрын

Looking good mate! 👍

@leighrees1649 Жыл бұрын

Loving the van build mate cracking on tidy 👍

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@martinsavage775 Жыл бұрын

Bloody brilliant!! ❤

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@stevegasparutti8341 Жыл бұрын

Loving the build sir.

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@paulwhitehouse9393 Жыл бұрын

It will be worth it when all done Shaun Great job regards paul

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

I hope so 😂

@richardgiles2484 Жыл бұрын

Good luck to you both with the baby 👍

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@leecherone7601 Жыл бұрын

Nice one buddy. Good job.

@brijnich Жыл бұрын

Good effort, if you can dynamat the floor, wheel arches and cab floor. You can also dynamat the underside of the bonnet and door panels. Will Make for a much quieter ride

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice

@karendulling944 Жыл бұрын

Looking good loved your choice of music

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks mum

@CentralMusicNation. Жыл бұрын

Loved the convo with your dad Shaun 😂😂 also loving the build of your van ,it will be a beast once it's all done 🚐

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@davyfella Жыл бұрын

I like what you did with the floor there. Either you took my advice or great minds think alike. 😉

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@jonstephens682 Жыл бұрын

Hi. Shaun. Looking good mate, and I’ll follow you to the bitter end 😂😂

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t expect anything else Jon 😂

@jonstephens682 Жыл бұрын

I’ll be there mate 🔨🔧🪛

@optic1972 Жыл бұрын

Fab video once again. For 25mm celotex you can use a sharp kitchen knife - the handsaw and jigsaw have serrated blades so tend to tear the insulation. Similar to the home make sure you have air flow or the dreaded condensation will hit you 😣 Good luck and good luck with the baby too ❤️

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice

@optic1972 Жыл бұрын

@@LoveSundays also the c-tec ct1 is the adhesive of all adhesives, just make sure you have some gloves on 😁 I am envious though!

@krisannekey3218 28 күн бұрын

What is the best way to make sure you have air flow?

@krisannekey3218 28 күн бұрын

@optic1972 what is the best way to make sure you have air flow?

@joncox9098 Жыл бұрын

Looking good Shaun. 🦊👍

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jon 🦊

@bumblebee-mygt867 2 ай бұрын

Glue and screw batten's is the best practice. If the glue fails the floor will move

@psychorabbitt Жыл бұрын

Hindsight being 20/20, when you were vacuuming the floor or putting the tape down you should have started from the corner behind the driver's seat and worked your way to the back. That way you wouldn't be tracking dirt from your shoes in where you'd already vacuumed/taped.

@Cornishboy23 Жыл бұрын

Good progress

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@andrewmills4463 Жыл бұрын

Looking good already Shaun 👏👏 impressive Dewalt tool kit I must say👍🏻👍🏻

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@maxthomas8145 Жыл бұрын

You can have a step that comes out from under the van when you open the door so you have a step hope it helped

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Good idea

@jasonwhite745 Жыл бұрын

Great video Shaun 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@CuriousGoose Жыл бұрын

4:12 my son started saying this a couple of days ago so the thee of had a nice family moment watching you thread a pipe through a nogging hahaha

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

😂

@lesklower7281 Жыл бұрын

Good progress on your van

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@groundhog1143 Жыл бұрын

Awesome buddy it's a great start 😂😂

@lynmoore8355 Жыл бұрын

hey just thought you could put a pull out step and when not in use it can be tucked away under the van..... another van user did this awhile ago, think it was "Those Happy days". Liam and Janine Day..... yes they did a step and it went under the van when not in use..

@LoveSundays Жыл бұрын

Good idea Lyn

@TheGwynneGazette Жыл бұрын

You’re a very tidy worker. This also gives me hope that anyone with a few quid could attempt converting a van. Wish I had the guts, and the cash. BTW, favourite part of this episode “Choo, Choo”, lol.