The Build Begins / Building Van Floor / 4x4 Mitsubishi Delica Van Conversion / VAN BUILD Pt. 1 Ep.50

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In this episode, we show you how we built a sub-floor into our 4x4 Delica van conversion. After giving the van a thorough cleaning, we started by adding some insulation under the stock carpet flooring of the vehicle. Next we used paper to create a template around the wheel wells and cut half inch plywood that would become the floor of the van. On top of the plywood we glued rubber mat flooring and finished the edges for a cleaner look.
Welcome to the first episode in our 4x4 Delica van conversion series! The van we are using is a 1998 Mitsubishi Delica, originally built in Japan. It is the L400 model with a V6 Gasoline engine, 4x4, locking rear differentials for better off-road performance and plenty of room in the back for our conversion! We also have a large metal roof rack and ladder that will allow us to carry more cargo.
We have talked about getting a van for a long time! We have always wanted to do a conversion to create a vehicle that we can take camping and use for extended road trips, allowing us to live in the van for short periods of time.
Although we are not going to be full-time van-lifers, we think this will be the perfect build and vehicle for long road trips and modest overloading expeditions, while remaining fairly simple and affordable.
Thanks for watching!
J+G
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0:00 - overview of subfloor
2:03 - gutting and cleaning
3:15 - measuring
4:51 - removing the seats
5:27 - insulation
11:56 - templating and cutting plywood floor
14:48 - unknown wire
15:15 - the test fit
16:38 - second piece of plywood floor
17:58 - rubber mat flooring
22:29 - finished subfloor

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@charles.neuman18 10 ай бұрын

Ah, more deep cleaning. I'm seeing a pattern. :) Looks great!

@marklapierre5629 2 жыл бұрын

Nice template work Jillian. You are a very capable person who continues to impress with your skills.

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks always, Mark!

@Pauly__D 2 жыл бұрын

Like many cars the L400 chassis is built and used for many vehicle brands . There are specifications that need to be meet depending on which markets they will be sold . ALL the L400 chassis are wired the same from the factory to have the wiring in place for ALL possible requirements . Your wagon was either sold in or imported into a country that did not require reverse lights ....OR swapped out after the fact to keep an authentic Japanese look to it (possible due to the cut wire) . Orange wire tends to be an industry standard for reverse light circuits . Put a fresh round of tape on it , tuck it between the carpet/padding and forget about it . If your doing some back country stuff wire up a light bar and put it to use . Have fun , bye for now .

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for information Pauly!

@NOMADSTHUNDER Жыл бұрын

I know it is after the fact but it will be easier to use the original carpet to the template on the plywood. Nice work

@GTC1967 2 жыл бұрын

Really well done! You two make a great team. I admire your attention to detail.

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@_Willem_ 2 жыл бұрын

In Europe we have a backup light on our cars, So people behind you can see if you're backing up with your car That orange cable you found is probably for that.

@Kathleensailorgirl 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great start 👍👍looking forward to your next steps 🥰

@malihk97 Жыл бұрын

You are amazing! Got lots of inspiration to work with our Jenny when she arrives. Thanks again!

@robertnixon3816 2 жыл бұрын

That is good work! Fits like a glove and should be very durable. That's going to make a fun camper!

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot, so far so good!

@korhan-charlotte9171 2 жыл бұрын

Looking good already. Nice job guys. 👍

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@kenwilson3549 2 жыл бұрын

Great job and looks good.

@dominiquebertrand6152 2 жыл бұрын

Good job!!!

@shourovbd753 2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see how you guys convert the van...

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@brucewolff 2 жыл бұрын

Great video ! I love you Jillian !

@grahamfielding 2 жыл бұрын

Looking good so far.

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@herbescobar4548 2 жыл бұрын

Cool cool. Not sure I like vans more than sailboats, but I’ll play along. Looking forward to seeing more Canadian scenery - you guys are great ambassadors!

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks herb, we hope you and enjoy and we won’t be away from the boat for long!

@popsoldboats3406 2 жыл бұрын

That wire is for a trailer that has back up lights, wich is usually a separate plug as it is a add on to trailers. I would just leave it where you can use it if you ever need extra lights to jack up.

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pop!

@Hope_Faith_Strength 2 жыл бұрын

Great work 🌼

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@johndavidson6867 2 жыл бұрын

A great start to your van conversion. Looking at the one view of the right tail light assembly, I didn't see a backup light, the orange wire is likely for that or could be used as such for after market LED lights. Definitely looking forward to the rest of your build.

@JagLite 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! It's always fun to watch your videos. Just a guess for the wire is for a back up camera. That would turn the camera on when you shift into reverse. I wire mine to always be on because it works better than the mirrors to see what's behind. Looking forward to the next installment!

@offairhead 2 жыл бұрын

The wire is for a reverse camera. That is why is only has power when you are in reverse.

@robinacjohnston 2 жыл бұрын

The reversing wire could have been a connection to an aftermarket dashcam/reversing cam. I allows it to know when reverse is selected

@stever2583 2 жыл бұрын

Like a Boss with those tools! Maybe a back up lamp?

@sailingblacklotus 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool stuff I'll be looking to this as inspiration for my SUV mini camper conversion as well! Maybe we can collab one day I'll be towing my mini trailered sailboat too haha

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow that sounds awesome!!

@fasm313 11 ай бұрын

this wire has been very likely been tapped from the reverse light to run a rear view or reversing camera.

@bulatnord743 Жыл бұрын

Класс!!👍👏☝️

@marclonte3059 2 жыл бұрын

Most lickly a rear view camera

@dadejazzba402 2 жыл бұрын

The way you handle the tape...tape measure professional.

@sailingeden9866 2 жыл бұрын

Power wire for a backup camera?

@riderrider5749 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe for backup camera power?

@karibakid 2 жыл бұрын

what is your budget for this conversion. Did you look at a Pajero or any thing else why 4WD ?curious on completion do you have to have survey electrics. Road worthy etc.

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

We didn’t formulate a specific budget ahead of time but the lumber came in around $400 or so, mostly because of how expensive it is these days! Otherwise it was just the human-hours which we were lucky to have on hand...otherwise it would have taken several weeks working after school/work

@MichaelrennieG 2 жыл бұрын

Black absorbs heat and shows any blemish... hard to keep the blemishes from being seen, nice though, thanks...

@niiazemiluulu9987 2 жыл бұрын

I’m wondering how much did you buy it(car) for?

@mrmarcocecchi74 2 жыл бұрын

wire: extra reverse light?

@28ft 2 жыл бұрын

Can I make a suggestion? When your video cut to voice over it highlighted something for me. The videos I’ve watched of yours you dedicate a lot of time to explaining things and it can be a lot of information to take in. This means less time for actually watching what you are doing. When you did the voice over it was a good combination of explaining and doing. Personally I like this style as it gives you multiple options ie: music, video content and explaining. Not saying make this the bulk of your vids but it certainly worked for me. Just offering some feedback. Hope it helps.

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for this SV Waka! We have noticed this ourselves in our videos and are going to try and focus on it in the future, try and cut down the bulk and stick with a good flow! We appreciate your feedback, best wishes wherever you are!

@davidknowles7655 2 жыл бұрын

Check out Thomas Heaton, he's a photographer in the UK who has just converted his van the same as yours, you might get some ideas.

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah thank you!! We checked out his van, looks amazing!

@esenpoyrazz 2 жыл бұрын

I will also benefit from your experience to make my own l400 vehicle. In this episode I realized that black linoleum is not a good idea as it shows dirt. Have fun.

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear, thanks!

@JPracer069 2 жыл бұрын

Good job, but why didn’t you take the rear seat belts out as you won’t need them?

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

We just wanted to leave everything in place for simplicity if we sell down the road!

@JPracer069 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlueMoonLife fair enough, I removed the lot when I built my camper :)

@martinrouen 2 жыл бұрын

Reversing camera?

@BlueMoonLife 2 жыл бұрын

Good possibility we think!

@harveyg845 2 жыл бұрын

Only think that because you said it shows power in reverse.

@user-nv6nu2lq7s 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice and beautiful girl

@harveyg845 2 жыл бұрын

The other owner may have had a back-up camera.

@robwealer5416 2 жыл бұрын

Wire might be for a reverse light... lets people know the vehicle is in reverse and the driver's view may be obscured, to watch out, get out of the way.