How To Build A Cheap Micro Campervan

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8 жыл бұрын

Turning a car based Peugeot partner into a mini micro campervan / motorhome. Not a proffesional job but maybe others can get some ideas. Thanks for watching, please share and subscribe if you enjoyed - trying a Self build RV next. Please also see my first video based on a fiat ducato • How To Build A Cheap C...

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@Apostolis3486 7 жыл бұрын

a campervan and a glider, thats the paradise !!

@angelfeather7547 6 жыл бұрын

I really like the bed conversion. I've seen it slide out to be made wider but, not longer. That would even work for tent camping. I loved it. Great job.

@southerngal7899 7 жыл бұрын

You did a great job. Love the double hinged cabinet doors. Safe travels.

@Kez_abi 4 жыл бұрын

How have i not found this video before this is EXACTLY what i have been thinking up for years. Thankyou

@bigpigeon92 4 жыл бұрын

really cool design on the bed. i have been trying to figure out a way to extend behind the seat for ages and thats the best way ive seen.

@radgiegadgie1664 5 жыл бұрын

Great ideas with the whole conversion. The magnets on the bed legs were great thinking as well and an idea i will use, Thanks!

@KristinaKarina 8 жыл бұрын

Very good upgrade from your previous van, although the previous van was not bad! Also, the setting - your house - where you are living/doing this work, it is really nice! Enviable...

@SuperRover600 6 жыл бұрын

I like it, simple but functional, brilliant!

@tamaraweber3296 8 жыл бұрын

I really like the cabinets and bedding you made. They look easy to make with inexpensive sturdy material which looks Great painted. I think I can DIY this.

@sylviajones3249 7 жыл бұрын

I think you did a great job. Very innovative on the foldouts, pull-outs, and trash bin.

@peymimor 6 жыл бұрын

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@peymimor 6 жыл бұрын

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@maxflight777 6 жыл бұрын

As others observed; Sliding bed extension....sheer brilliance .

@dsa2591 5 жыл бұрын

This is awesome! I just saw one conversion that is done with individual boxes that latch together, so you can take them out easily to convert it back into a vehicle. I think I could achieve this setup with that.

@cathyannwatson5527 7 жыл бұрын

I love the bed, just the idea I am looking for, thanks.

@rockngrannyroadwarrior8807 4 жыл бұрын

Great use of light weight lumber. Much better than 2x4s. And, drawer fronts too. Terrific bed slat extension innovation, and lift up side. Way out of the box thinking!!! Special all way around.

@darkbluecentral2478 8 жыл бұрын

Good job ! Very simple and practical . Great video !

@gaymiller09 8 жыл бұрын

Brilliant absolutely brilliant!

@cfferry2002 7 жыл бұрын

wow, you are an amazing wood worker, really nice. still backing the addition of a composting toilet. if you get sick during the night you have a place to get sick in :) with the capability of being able to cover the odor until you can take care of it

@jeepster4u2003 8 жыл бұрын

GR8 job Luke! You are ready for fun or a disaster!

@justingt3rs 8 жыл бұрын

cool idea on the bed design !

@bartholoclumpdink7246 8 жыл бұрын

Fantastic work.

@peymimor 6 жыл бұрын

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@Bertrum123 3 жыл бұрын

Some great ideas there cheers

@adifferentwayuk3335 7 жыл бұрын

amazing thanks, great ideas, will be using them

@pete614 4 жыл бұрын

Very good!

@wish1were 6 жыл бұрын

Well done..thx furr posting..a new fan.

@roundlake96 6 жыл бұрын

Love the video mate, thanks a lot for the great inspiration! Thinking on doing something similar with an Opel combo :)

@Atx-ek1xp 7 жыл бұрын

great simple build.

@ConfituresDuChat 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work ! I have a Peugeot 807 that I use to carry the material for the market; I stop end of the year, so you inspire me to transform it in micro van. The interir is avalable lengh is 2 meters; I wish to follow the advice to put a chemical toilet an a smaller kitchen.

@shadow479 7 жыл бұрын

WOW what a huge inspiration you are. I have a Mercedes Vito 112 and this definately is triggering my camping desires! lol The thing is I don't have room in my place to place the 9 seats.

@robbietheretrorobot949 8 жыл бұрын

looks good, nice and simple but effective

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

thanks

@quinni3b 8 жыл бұрын

Hi, i really like your pull able bed. Do you have a DIY instruction to build it?

@enricostavolta 4 жыл бұрын

GENIUS!

@hvwees 8 жыл бұрын

Nice job!

@marietgonzalez5622 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

@Cindy-cs5js 6 жыл бұрын

Good idea!

@houditv 8 жыл бұрын

Amazing job :)

@hihoney1122 7 жыл бұрын

Very nice clean space you created :D I am getting my car ready for camping or sleeping.

@paulbooth7541 7 жыл бұрын

Loved it . Thanks for sharing. Just curious ,how did you make the slotted bed?

@cm.o.r 7 жыл бұрын

good job man... very nice .... !!!

@evoermine 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video. Really enjoy all your vids. Out of interest, how did you get the front passenger seat to swivel like that? Does it do that as standard or was it modified? Cheers.

@blindpink 7 жыл бұрын

Good job....love the sliding bed idea.....and nice to have a video with no annoying soundtrack.

@peymimor 6 жыл бұрын

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@alessandroperrone5575 8 жыл бұрын

wonderful!!

@exalism 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@Zhonguoria 6 жыл бұрын

Love that you fit everything into that little vehicle. Only thing you forgot is a compostible toilet. I would probably put that behind the front seat - passenger side... or is there no room behind front seat?

@aaronmarchant6295 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent job with the bed. Very impressive.

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@benlincoln7692 6 жыл бұрын

absolutely amazing, i dont suppose you have the dimensions for the fold out bed and unit do you?

@eleveneleven572 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent job. Well done. Gives me an idea.

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@shadow479 7 жыл бұрын

Here's an idea for you...You should prepare camping kits to build campervans. For instance, building a kit just like this one for Peugeot Partners and offer some customization...but just the furniture (If I can call it that way) and the wires/cables and relays...ready to "plug and camp" ;) I would order one for my Mercedes Vito 112.

@XNick291X 8 жыл бұрын

Some very good ideas Luke. With the one I want to build I may install a door on one side as the van I want to use(its out of three and I haven't decided yet) never had as a option when they were built if that makes sense? If I did this, I may be able to fit a rock and roll bed or a bed out of a Chevy Astro van. This would mean I could have everything on one side like in some conversions done in vans such as a VW T4 or a JDM import! I'm still looking at other ideas though.

@paulonions 7 жыл бұрын

Do you have any trouble with feeling the cold, or condensation due to not insulating the camper? Thanks, Paul.

@patboudotlamot 5 жыл бұрын

nice job sir ! : bon boulot mec !

@flybobbie1449 5 жыл бұрын

Could connect all the bed legs together with a strip of wood and bolts for pivot points. Been looking at 1.6hdi as the 1.9d are just a bit thirstier, but cheaper to buy.

@jacksmithson8842 8 жыл бұрын

Looks brill

@bnicolas2831 8 жыл бұрын

Great ! how you return the driver's seat?

@johndragonman 4 жыл бұрын

im working on a small camper using a citroen dispatch (expert, Scudo, Eurotaxi) my plan it to have a 5 seater but i can still use it as a camper.. and half a van if i remove the seats!

@lesvoyagesdelouis6574 7 жыл бұрын

J'aime le concept

@TariAkpodiete 6 жыл бұрын

i was thinking: "wow, that's a short bed, although it's wide enough. and then he pulled out the thingys which make it longer". heh! and i do like that he has a sink and cooking facilities inside.

@RainbowFartingUnicorns 6 жыл бұрын

Tari Akpodiete yeah, the bed is apparently just under 7ft. Bigger than it looks!

@saintjamessharkk9565 7 жыл бұрын

how did you get your passenger seat to swivel with the hand break in the way?

@manolo379 7 жыл бұрын

very good

@anafleming30 3 жыл бұрын

How much will you charge to help me build my camper just love it

@CoffeewithCrew 7 жыл бұрын

Can you explain to me the wiring the battery in process?

@MrCuadrupleDouble 6 жыл бұрын

Hi! I also have a minicamper van and I´ve been looking for a seat-turning platform since long time ago...could you tell me please where did you get yours?

@LuisGonzalez-gb4uh 8 жыл бұрын

A few suggestions: 1) since it's only for one person, why don't you remove the companion's seat? That would give you more valuable space for the bed, all along the right side. 2) Do you really need a kitchen? It takes half of the space. if you really do, can't you make a removable (so you can use it outside?). 3) What if you hang cabinets to the top, leaving the floor free? 4) Don't you think a compost toilet (hidden under the bed) would be much useful than a kitchen? Sorry to insist, I would use a micro camper as a transportable dorm, not a mini home.

@sh0 8 жыл бұрын

All good points.. Despite not being OP, I'll answer as I've been researching a similar conversion in my Honda Element 1) Removal of the front seats compromises the resellability and flexibility of the vehicle, not to mention the front seats are also often hooked up to airbags and other electrical systems like heaters etc. It's much more work to remove one versus the rear set 2/4) Most of these sorts of setups are designed as a stealth camper where no outside setups are needed to live. It's much easier to find a place to use a bathroom than to find a public kitchen.. Although some sort of emergency toilet would definitely be a good inclusion, albeit as a last resort 3) Hanging cabinets requires altering the structural integrity of the frame.. Embracing gravity is much cheaper and safer than trying to fight it.. Also cabinets hanging from the roof would get in the way of the windows, reducing the stealth appeal of the vehicle not to mention impeding visibility while driving

@TheDiner50 7 жыл бұрын

Removing all passenger seat is not a option as far as I can tell (at least in Sweden/UK) At that point your "car" turns into a tool like a "tractor" and not a vehicle on the road sadly. ;/ Good for mopeds/motorcycles this is a thing. You need atleast 1 passenger seat and if you drive around without one you run into the risk of "bad cops bad cops, what are you going to do when they come for you?" XD PS: I know the comment is 1year old

@team3383 7 жыл бұрын

I've turned my people carrier into a "stealth" camper. As Luis Gonzalez says. Why this need to build heavy units instead of simply using stow away ones ? The only build I have in the car is the bed frame. Much like this one. So double bed in back. The rest is portable: 20L Water with 12V pump for shower and kitchen. Portable alcohol stove (I also have an old gas one). Compost toilet, corn based biodegradable bags and a plastic bin with compartments for sorting any rubbish. Kitchen ustensils and everything else stows away into a wooden box in the boot. Done. Within minutes the people carrier is a people carrier again.

@team3383 7 жыл бұрын

Using hanging cabinets is a huge gain of space. Simply make them safe... In driving a Honda Element, people carrier or small van, I would hope your all round awareness would be sufficient to overcome the loss of visibility. It certainly hasn't hindered thousands of white van drivers worldwide. Removing seats only means u have to put them back when you sell...! (Unplug battery for removal if you have Airbags or ask your local mechanic to help you/do it for you) People have been hiking for hundreds of years and can fit gas heaters and portable kitchens into ruck sacks. The kitchen in my people carrier fits into a wooden box 60 x 45 x 45cm - no smells. Corn based biodegradable bags and a plastic bin make for a very useable and responsible "emergency" toilet. They don't smell but should be disposed of appropriately. For weeing, an empty PET water bottle - Even for women ! You just have to make the best use of public facilities when they are available. Also: When curtains are pulled in a car it is pretty obvious that the car is being used to sleep in, thus losing its "stealth" etiquette so whether it has hanging storage units or not doesn't change the problem.... Look into many more before comitting and don't be afraid to change as and when necessary. Many people have managed to reduce their "camping needs" into very few portable items. Remember: A car is a luxury that hundreds of homeless people do not have, and they seem to manage carrying their world around in a large bag...

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@professorweeto 8 жыл бұрын

how much is this to insure? you can get a van version of this with 2 seats and less windows.

@frankpunisher2346 6 жыл бұрын

Very good video. Shout out 979 Outdoors Adventure

@truckerfromreno 5 жыл бұрын

What does it do to the insurance if you convert a Berlingo like that?

@bradfordmagnetmansmicroadv2482 2 жыл бұрын

Great video have you any idea how much weight the car gains with all that extra wood & your total costs did you insulate the van?. Also be careful with the cooker it looks to high in the van for me id panic about fire

@ceecracker77 8 жыл бұрын

How do you secure the units inside the vehicle? you wouldn't want them flying around inside the cab if the worst happened and you had a crash.

@antonio2540 5 жыл бұрын

Does the passenger seat swivel by factory or did you get a swivel base /adaptor???

@nikolajhol 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. How long is the bed?

@khm2128 8 жыл бұрын

See reply above!

@beedee9534 7 жыл бұрын

Cool

@fluffboyjr12 5 жыл бұрын

Hey I was considering doing something like this, how much did it cost?

@jonny1981 7 жыл бұрын

nice

@kabukiwookie 8 жыл бұрын

slick...

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

cheers

@jofrederico81 7 жыл бұрын

gostei prático e sem complicações, quero uma para ser minha casa, sou peregrino e quero viajar só, acampando, pescando e vivendo a vida que me resta.

@nightknight2820 5 жыл бұрын

I didnt like it, i loved it. Its excellent.

@NoCommentaryGameplaySFL 7 жыл бұрын

Where can i buy one in the usa?

@noodles169 5 жыл бұрын

Ok, I'm lost already. What I the LCD display for?

@DavidisDawei 8 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! I have been oscillating between a slightly used Class B Sprinter or building customized to get what I want. I just cannot justify spending $50K+ - so I have been looking for the right vehicle to do exactly what you show (most important for me is a reliable, fuel efficient, inconspicuous vehicle that I can put many miles on - minimize fuel and lodging costs and spent non-sleeping time out and about)

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

+DavidisDawei thanks, this is my second build and my skills are slowly improving. My plan next is to try and make a much larger one, maybe based on an iveco Daily or similar. Would be even better if I didn't need roof racks and could store my hanglider in the van, maybe store it under a long bench seat, not sure yet. Here's a link to my first van, a lot more basic but some simple ideas...kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ar6XormBltHYiWQ.html

@DavidisDawei 8 жыл бұрын

Luke Nicol Thanks Luke - I saw that video. I applaud your efforts! I subscribe to you under a different user name. The Sprinter is a beast (9-10' tall), these have various racks to mount on the roof and sides (and even below) - If you don't mind being conspicuous, it may be best to build out/customize a trailer, tow and drop - using a standard vehicle. In line with this, a truck and truck camper (in the bed of the truck) is probably the least expensive option, but again, it is not very stealthy.

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

+DavidisDawei for me my job requires me to be professional and turn up in a van but mainly i want good mpg. i do lots of miles driving around the country and into Europe to the best flying sites so every mile per gallon counts. towing a trailer kills that and also the conventional motorhome with the bed that sticks out above the cab really ruins the mpg. my next van will be big enough to comfortably live in for a few weeks (and must have a shower) but also must get at least 30mpg, hopefully closer to 40.

@DavidisDawei 8 жыл бұрын

Luke Nicol WOW! I would love to know how you can do that??!! I drove around the USA and Canada for 40 days and put 14,000 MILES on my Ford Focus Wagon. It was tight, but only had to pay for lodging 1 night (in Banff National Park Campground) and was able to get up to 40+MPG when driving 50MPH with a steady foot It would be incredible if you could do that with a vehicle that gave more space/amenities!

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

+DavidisDawei well I'm currently looking for the most economical large van available and then will try and kit it out as light as possible. keep an eye out for my next vid ;)

@trudytru8224 6 жыл бұрын

Very clever

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@oliverchitty 3 жыл бұрын

What tier would this van be under with the current lockdown restrictions?

@annic7995 7 жыл бұрын

WOW! I THINK I KAN DO THAT! 😇😀👍

@naamahshoshani6676 5 жыл бұрын

Wow

@helenvwalker7919 5 жыл бұрын

Can this sleep two?

@PawanSharma-kq8ly 5 жыл бұрын

I want to build a Camper van in India plz suggest

@rajendraprasadsingh7871 3 ай бұрын

बीसत रसेटाप आराम दाऐक है , बीना झानझाट का शूझाव के लिऐ धानयवाद

@rulyg94 8 жыл бұрын

Hi Luke, I am part way through building a Peugeot camper, mine is more like the amdro. I noticed the passenger seat is turned round, where did you get the swivel from, I can't find any for the partner?? Nice build!! G

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

hi, i looked everywhere! couldn't find one either so adapted mine. a bit of chopping and welding and then I just undo 4 bolts takes about 3 minutes to do every time I want to turn it around

@rulyg94 8 жыл бұрын

do you have any pics or vid at you could share, of how you turn the seat round and how you made it? Where abouts did you buy the swivel?

@lauradean3207 4 жыл бұрын

I know there are swivel seats used in the Stimson La Parisienne berlingo campervan. whether they were manufactured by Stimson Designs, I dont know.

@CosgroveNotts 5 жыл бұрын

Great stuff but let down by raggy curtains

@RichardBunbury 8 жыл бұрын

Do you think a Transit could serve this function?

@und4287 7 жыл бұрын

Yes,it would.

@tamariderr 8 жыл бұрын

Out of curiosity why did you replace your old one with this? The old one was so neat already

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

fuel economy was the only reason. I miss my old one but this does 20mpg more

@tamariderr 8 жыл бұрын

ah, yeah that makes sense. Both look great anyway.

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

+Jack P thanks

@SlackBallSack 7 жыл бұрын

does this mean cheaper insurance as a camper too ?

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@ShanLiuGBM 8 жыл бұрын

A bit confused about why the legs are supported by hinges, that's a lot of stress on just a few nails and a thin piece of metal.

@ShanLiuGBM 8 жыл бұрын

Luke Nicol More concerned because I'm heavy...

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

me and my wife have both slept on this numerous times. that's about 160kg, its absolutely fine. there are three hinges and they are designed to hold heavy fire doors.

@ShanLiuGBM 8 жыл бұрын

I rest my case. Love your sliding mechanism.

@khm2128 8 жыл бұрын

You may require more support than the example here.

@jamescolins6436 8 жыл бұрын

when it rains is the bin accessible when the whole van closed

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@mateuszchmielewski7311 6 жыл бұрын

shower in winter ?????

@notconvincedgranny6573 8 жыл бұрын

This is only brilliant.

@Prince-gu8or 6 жыл бұрын

How long is the bed

@RainbowFartingUnicorns 6 жыл бұрын

Prince Morgan he said like just under 7ft

@Darianka7565 8 жыл бұрын

And how long is the bed? :)

@lukenicol 8 жыл бұрын

just under 7ft. I need it to be as I'm 6" 4

@khm2128 8 жыл бұрын

Great queston.

@loki1066 7 жыл бұрын

That's amazing , you should have laid on it in the video , people would never guess it was that long.

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@Darianka7565 8 жыл бұрын

What was the cost? I really like it :)

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@jbrat1967 5 жыл бұрын

most important concern, ventilation was not addressed

@emilianolus9215 7 жыл бұрын

1200 eiros. Wich year is it? Here at argenrina coudl easyly cost 15000 euros!! Or even more one like yours...😟

@MyDE90 7 жыл бұрын

1200 British pounds not euros and is 2003.

@emilianolus9215 7 жыл бұрын

MyDE90 more or less it is the same... argentina y extremely expensive

@claudionorlima8507 4 жыл бұрын

Show camper!