Full Tour & Total Cost of Small 4X4 Camper Van & Accessories

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This video is an extensive van tour of my self converted 4x4 small camper van. The base vehicle is a Mitsubishi Delica. I show all interior and exterior accessories, camper van layout, storage, interior layout etc and I go over some of the costs and the total spend on the van.
𝐌𝐲 𝐕𝐚𝐧'𝐬 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭: • My Van
𝐌𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤: thomasheaton.co.uk/product/my...
𝐁𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐦𝐲 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞 '𝐎𝐧 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧' 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞: • Binge Watch EVERYTHING...
𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐚𝐧 & 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨: Some, but not all are 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘴.
Blue Spray Bottle: geni.us/SprayDrink
Roof Box: geni.us/roofbox
Fresh Water Container: geni.us/FreshWater
Grey Water bottle: geni.us/GreyWater
USB Fan: geni.us/USBFan
Back Seat Organiser: geni.us/MolleBackSeat
Maxoak EB240 Battery: geni.us/EB240
My Diesel Heater: geni.us/DieselHeater
Reading Lights: geni.us/yCkUEL
My Toilet: www.carplife.uk.com/product-p...
Custom Cut Wooden Doors: geni.us/WoodenDoors
Custom Made Cushions/Mattress: geni.us/DkyR
Main Video Camera: geni.us/for-video
Aerial Footage: geni.us/aerialfootage
𝗠𝘆 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝘁 L𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗴: bit.ly/tomsgear
00:00 - Mitsubishi Delica Camper Van Tour Intro
01:17 - The Base Vehicle
01:59 - Why a Mistubishi Delica?
04:04 - External Van Accessories
06:15 - Setting Up Camp
06:49 - 12v Off-Grid Power Supply
10:05 - 12v Camper Van Accessories
14:02 - Accessories for Making Videos
14:49 - Interior Layout and Design
18:59 - Camper Van Storage
23:30 - Toilet, Cooking & Cleaning in Tiny Van
26:27 - Fresh Water and Grey water
27:43 - Total Cost of the Van and Conversion
𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞:
Online Photography Course: f4roadtrip.com
My Instagram: / heatonthomas
My Website: www.thomasheaton.co.uk
My E-Book: geni.us/onlocation
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨
Once I Was A Cat (Instrumental Version) - Suffer City
It'll Be Alright (Instrumental Version) - Cody Francis
𝘼𝙡𝙡 𝘿𝙤𝙬𝙣𝙡𝙤𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙙 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙚: share.epidemicsound.com/t2V7R
#LandscapePhotography #Vanlife #VanTour

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@DaveNashInIt 2 жыл бұрын

A Photographer with a better Van build than a lot of the Van builders! Well done.

@ElusiveFrame 2 жыл бұрын

17:27 cracked me up so much 🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for the overview and cost breakdown. It's really inspiring!

@LootGoblin4510 2 жыл бұрын

Yes quite the comical highlight, mind you I have had people to that in the past.. (ie no common courtesy, nosey muppets) ;)

@DennisSiebertPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

At 21:58. I was really expecting Gavin Hardcastle to smuggle his book into your book collection 😂

@harishgupta46 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah Actally XD

@scotty4418 2 жыл бұрын

Every part, nut, bolt, washer and screw has a purpose. This is a van built for photography by a photographer, it's certainly not built for an instagrammer. Congratulations Thomas on what has been truly a pleasure to see being created from start to finish and wish you many safe and successful miles. Only one question, have you got a fire extinguisher?, never spotted one in the video

@Michael-dx8qz 2 жыл бұрын

All that hate for instagrammers lmao

@robertgrenader858 2 жыл бұрын

He had one prominently displayed in one of the works in progress videos.

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment. I do indeed have a fire extinguisher. 👍👍

@DS-cf1zc 2 жыл бұрын

I agree we need a video on the fire extinguisher - type, make, why he chose it. 🤔 Could be a whole half hour on its own - with a new list to the accountant for self employed purposes.

@adiehull 2 жыл бұрын

Really cool van mate 👍🏻

@PaprykowyMonarcha 2 жыл бұрын

17:30 killed me! xD

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, memories.

@PaprykowyMonarcha 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThomasHeatonPhoto You really replied to me! You're awesome Thomas ♥️

@Indrakusuma_a 2 жыл бұрын

Totally didn't expect that coming xD

@WhiskyCanuck 2 жыл бұрын

Fab Four reunited!

@timoleary5815 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, when you got your book out to shamelessly big it up, I laughed so much I instantly hit Like and subscribed. And I agree about petrol prices . . . . if you can find any! Brilliant conversion and a very entertaining van tour. Nice one :)

@Kirinukistworks 2 жыл бұрын

Again, this a dream vehicle, every details has purpose. 👍

@KyrosX27 2 жыл бұрын

Tom. I was watching this at 3 in the morning and the "not when you have a van as recognizable as this one" bit was great, thanks a lot, haha

@cinazlol9783 2 жыл бұрын

Now he’s finally finished his one man van build he’s other half has just let him know she wouldn’t mind coming along on some of his adventures 😂😂😂😂

@Deontjie 2 жыл бұрын

Or else........

@simonandert6793 2 жыл бұрын

The camping equivalent of "I'm not hungry." scnr

@QuietLightPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Super job, Tom! Some really great ideas in there, loved it. Right back to work on mine now, I'm feeling inspired

@robertgrenader858 2 жыл бұрын

You said that the last time.

@pablogonzalez8304 2 жыл бұрын

Just copy paste

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Yours must be coming along well now. This video doesn't show the lift, but you'll see it next time you see the van.

@stevehamilton3181 2 жыл бұрын

Still looking forward to seeing yours Adam.

@peterdadson7713 2 жыл бұрын

Time for Thomas and Adam to get away from camper conversions. I thought these two guys were landscape photographers. Well boys get back to your roots.

@cmichaelhaugh8517 2 жыл бұрын

I’m actually amazed at how inexpensive the project was, given how “top notch” the results are.

@BeckiandChris 2 жыл бұрын

Damn this build looks super clean! Love the accent lighting inside too, looks super cozy!

@glowingeye 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you here :) I love how so many communities on YT are kinda connected like this, especially in this niche. Sort of creates the feeling of a big family

@mitchellmysliwiecphotography 2 жыл бұрын

I spit my coffee out at 17:40!!!! great work

@thewanderer8 2 жыл бұрын

What a great 1-person van build. We'll done.

@duncanwallace7760 2 жыл бұрын

Your toilet holds 50 stone, that's one hell of a meal!

@72Webber 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

@jamiehooper6652 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the van build series, so was nice having you go over everything you’ve added. Such a rad van.

@1young-geezer 2 жыл бұрын

Jeez Tom, your channel has become increasingly broad and wizened, w/ great touches of easy humor, and increasingly heavy doses of sharing any and all things, photo related and whatever. Keep up this brilliant direction you've taken, and don't doubt it's value to your watchers for a second. Thanks my man.

@kevjaffray 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Tom. Very good to know the true cost which, while not cheap, is much better than buying a pre-built 4x4 camper and tailored to your exact needs. Keep up the great work mate.

@alexandronunez100 2 жыл бұрын

Omg, everyday I get a little bit more motivated to make that same move and become location independent. Thanks for another great video!

@Tagomac 2 жыл бұрын

First class build Thomas. I like how you thought it through, established your priorities and made it work for your needs. Considering the cost of the van and the quality of the equipment and fittings I thought the final price was more than reasonable.

@MrJaspermyboy Жыл бұрын

I keep coming back to this video just to admire how well you put this van-built together.

@stevehamilton3181 2 жыл бұрын

I have enjoyed this series. You have done a great job with the van. The build has a very professional look to it. The aluminum and composite structure is so much nicer than wood. You can be proud of your work here. Hope you have many great trips in it.

@jimsmith556 2 жыл бұрын

This was a great wrap up Tom and consolidates the build videos. You may have spent a bit more than you wanted but the quality and aesthetics are definitely worth it. That mood lighting looks so good with the cushions. The more I see this van the more I like its ruggedness. The view of the front is sweet with all those built in lights and the shot at the dealer's is jaw dropping. Happy trails Tom!

@reallukx 2 жыл бұрын

Adam, Gavin, Nick scene in van, priceless :)

@AliasJimWirth 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Thomas, I did finally buy your book. It arrived just the other day, 3 days ahead of the estimated date. I love it; really love it. I am going through it a few pages at a time, because there is so much to take in. Just one wow after another. I am really glad you commented on the shipping price error in a recent video, because I was not going to buy your book if it cost that much to ship. I am really enjoying this video, too. I did watch the build videos in order as you posted them. Thanks all around.

@isotechimages.9130 2 жыл бұрын

As a landscape photographer not a van builder you did a real proffesional looking job and you didn't miss a thing, storage everywhere.

@ronboe6325 2 жыл бұрын

Headlights: Having lived off of Lake Superior where fog is common I'd turn on my lights - and way too often forget to turn them off. Got into motorcycles where your lights need to be on all the time, I figured if it was good for the motorcycle it would be good for the car so started driving around with my lights on all the time. Which means I also got into the habit of turning them off all the time. Been doing that for close to 30 years now. That said, I have added a little Lithium jumper battery for each car and one for the motorcycles. So far I've only used it on the neighbors cars and my bike. Extremely useful kit.

@SafoCZ 2 жыл бұрын

Headlights always on. Besides the habbit of turnig it off you will get extra visibility points on the road, even in daylight. Safety first.

@tbillington 2 жыл бұрын

You did a killer job on this mate. I found your channel during the van build, and stayed for the photography trips. The lighting you setup inside is definitely the highlight for me.

@karolinadudkova471 2 жыл бұрын

This has zero relevance for my lifestyle and yet I enjoyed it tremendously. Nice.

@funkyuk1 2 жыл бұрын

Your enthusiasm and proudness about your van shines through. Absolutely awesome fella 🙂👍🏼

@pete-c 2 жыл бұрын

Credit to you Tom, brilliantly built, and thoroughly enjoyed all the build vids you did, should last you years, drive safe

@antonoat 2 жыл бұрын

Clear to see you really thought this all through in great detail Thomas, I'd say it's a fantastic result and you've done an excellent job, enjoy your travels! PS Thanks for sharing all of this, very generous! You're a clever chap!

@callmelil 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I love these small yet super cozy camper vans, and the fact you made this all by yourself, makes it even better. Awesome work my guy! 🙌

@plainly_kevin 2 жыл бұрын

You inspired me so much, not just by photography. I get this feeling i want to do something epic with life and i what to thank you for that.

@brianmckeever5280 2 жыл бұрын

I was so excited when I saw the title of this video, been waiting for this one, so fun to watch! Seems like a very reasonable cost. Thanks!

@pattymattes7124 2 жыл бұрын

That is cool!!! Thank you for the tour and letting us know the cost. I'm sure you are enjoying it. Looks like fun.

@GirdHerd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the tour and the cost rundown, Tom. I really enjoyed this video and the build videos.

@rajeshnair9225 Жыл бұрын

Easily the best compact camper for an individual, that too self built....amazing 👏

@angylc5310 2 жыл бұрын

Love that you keep your grey water...👌🏼 Great van!

@desmondtutu7916 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! The best Delica buildout I've ever seen.

@christianohlig9597 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, Thomas, your van built is really a piece of art. I love my T5 California High Roof but your van is really a perfect off road one person photography vehicle! Excellent job. I wish you many nice trips with this beauty and always a safe return.

@gayleruble6529 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and really cool for you to be so transparent with the cost. Certainly lends for the possibility of entertaining the notion to do something similar or to just provide options. And I agree that it is essential!

@tarek3702 2 жыл бұрын

You have best small van build... clean and simple

@anoopn4198 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful piece of work. Loved it and how you have taken care of all the nitty gritty camping needs. Wish I could have one ❤️

@SteveLawrance 2 жыл бұрын

Top job. Great vid once again. You’re modest about your DIY but you are clearly skilled, the attention to detail is very good, well done.

@crrc250 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice! I'm not into camper vans, hubby works at an rv dealer, and we build many things ourselves, but I've been waiting for your full tour. Building it your self, your way is always great. It's now One of a kind, just like you. :) Happy camping~

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Happy camping 😊🤙

@garethmcfarland7244 2 жыл бұрын

Love the video. 2021, the year of the van build 💪🏼

@suzannevandoren2888 2 жыл бұрын

Loved seeing how it all came together. Can’t wait to see it in action on more photography adventures!

@yasirpharmacynutrition7303 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas. You got the only photography channel that I am totally impressed with. I am a beginner photographer and doing it besides my main job. I have got a lot from your videos as I have a taste of the landscape and wild photography only. Your videos are really interesting and polishing my hobby of photography. Thanks for making this video because it cleared a lot of my questions about traveling for photography.

@thomasmargis9808 2 жыл бұрын

Your lighting concept is absolutely fantastic!!! Looks so awesome!

@gypsybelle4757 2 жыл бұрын

Best. Grey water. Setup. Ever! Simple genius!

@PMCN53 2 жыл бұрын

It was great to have a full tour, I watched your build VLOGS and you've done a brilliant job. The van is very functional and has a good level of comfort for a good night sleep out of the weather. You are the best of the many photographers that do these VLOGS. The GOLD standard1 Always enjoy Thursday morning (Australia) and a good coffee watching your latest. Keep it up TH!!

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

That's very kind. Thanks a lot. Happy Thursday (It's still Wednesday here )

@ErikJohnsonFMA 2 жыл бұрын

I think you did a really great job on this van for someone who has never done a project like that before. may it serve you well

@JustBrowsing777 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent build mate. Congrats and thanks for sharing.

@karlbyrne6795 2 жыл бұрын

Love the fact your using ridgemonkey equipment shows it’s not just for carp fishing

@rogersteele9890 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome job with your van build, well planned and executed...every photographers dream!!!

@ovidionieves855 2 жыл бұрын

Where they say Size does matter, with your floor plan design,, it doesn't matter. Great job! I just watched all your van build camper. Very impressive.

@TheDenisedrake 2 жыл бұрын

We absolutely LOVE our awning (similar to yours) we put on our Jeep 3 years ago. We use it almost every time we go out.

@Falkenroth1 2 жыл бұрын

You did a great job on your van. Very clean and professional looking.

@Deontjie 2 жыл бұрын

Space is the ultimate luxury.

@hypnoraythompson5824 2 жыл бұрын

I have watched many van builds on You Tube. Including yours and this one has to be the most interesting and informative on here. Well done Tom and thank you.

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great compliment. Thanks a lot 👍

@bobmatchett1530 Жыл бұрын

Loved your van build, your choice of materials and workmanship is first class 👌 👍 absolutely superb in every respect.

@mikni4069 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous conversion, I actually never thought I would ever see a KZfaq video about such things, but hear I am watching the whole thing… Amazing job would love to own such van for such trips.

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Lol, glad you enjoyed it.

@rickbrowne519 2 жыл бұрын

What a masterful job you've done!

@richardyang4864 2 жыл бұрын

Such a wonderful job！It's definitely my dream van.

@jedoverland3040 2 жыл бұрын

Love this man! Super helpful. Some of your accessories are a great idea. Ill be adding them to my 4x4 home!

@KellyPettit 2 жыл бұрын

If you ever get tired of photography, you've probably got tons of offers for work in "custom design". You nailed this. Congrats. You've actually made my wife interested in camping!!

@peterwolf3001 2 жыл бұрын

Good build mate Ive been doing this for 40 years and you made a nice job of that

@whafrog 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant job, thanks!

@nb7524 2 жыл бұрын

Nice…interesting video, love your camper van😀 Because you’re out traveling so much, I understand you getting quality items for your van that you know will hold up and work. I also like all of the neat little gadgets/items you have, well thought out. Cool job of utilizing the space, thanks again for showing us around👍🏽.

@lisatalley296 2 жыл бұрын

Ok, I have to admit I was watching this later in the evening and must of dozed off. Waking up to Adam, Gavin and Nick cracked me up. Great video showing off the van!

@millymucci 2 жыл бұрын

beautiful van. what a grand effort. congratulations and may it bring years of happy adventuring. 🥳🥳🥳

@jillianmarie77 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job. I love this!

@jaffaj23 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Some really practical solutions.

@mpearce888 2 жыл бұрын

That was great. Good to see the finished build.

@Fargy86 2 жыл бұрын

Ive really enjoyed watching the whole process of this van build. At first i was like why would he get rid of the last one as it looked so great but obviously this one is so much better for what you need. You have done a really great job of it all which isnt suprising as you seem to put a 100% into everything you do

@XylophonEichel 2 жыл бұрын

17:30 a skit like this is out of character for you, which makes it especially great!

@MsRobboc 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a really good build, well done

@BillyGooding 2 жыл бұрын

"No camper van is complete unless it has a Crockpot" - Foresty Forest

@StevenQDeadrock 2 жыл бұрын

Crockpot is so 2020....Forestry Forest has upgraded to a Ninja Air Fryer/Pressure Cooker combo. 😁

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, and inspired by Foresty's championing of household cooking appliances, I'm thinking about trying something myself and really testing my battery 👍👍😔

@edenbreckhouse 2 жыл бұрын

And a sewing machine. Don't forget the sewing machine.

@lak1294 2 жыл бұрын

A washing machine would come in handy too.

@angelinnz6796 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome job. Looks like you have thought of everything. Well done.

@c7aus 2 жыл бұрын

This is dope !!! Thank you so much, Thomas !!!

@memovillar 2 жыл бұрын

The whole video, I had a smile in my face! Thanks! Awesome!

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 😊

@cgan2013 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this video and revealing the costs!! Very interesting. 😊

@karlharper2715 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting video on the how you have built the camper van to meet your needs. Also loved your KNP t-shirt. I have been lucky enough to have visited KNP in 2007 and again in 2019. I was hoping to go back again this year but will go again once we are allowed to travel there. Thanks for all the great videos you have posted.

@niks966 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome and super sleek.....love it. Specially nice to see someone from UK doing outdoor camper van adventures...it is big in USA and Canada. Best wishes and luck and success.

@mickambler3151 2 жыл бұрын

Cracking job Tom m8!!!

@jaredb9281 2 жыл бұрын

We have recently bought a motorhome for our family, and this van is completely unsuitable for us, but it was an awesome little series to watch. I've built and renovated loads of stuff at home, simply by learning from KZfaq vids etc., and so it was good to see a similar process of someone just going for it, learning as you go. The only thing I might've changed priority-wise was the spending on the diesel heater! I hope the CO problem is definitely solved with the revised exhaust vent position. I was most impressed by the finish quality on the cabinetry (the aluminium was a master stroke) and it was really interesting to see how the solar panel was performing far better on a hinge system, which makes complete sense, but I've never seen it done on any commercial installs (not sure why... here in Finland a hingeable panel would be so much better). Thanks for sharing.

@oldusfarticus588 2 жыл бұрын

I love the unintentional ponytail. Great van too.

@MrSnation1982 2 жыл бұрын

I love the build. Very well thought out and we'll built!

@cheeseblog 2 жыл бұрын

Love it. Very well done!👍

@megacube5482 2 жыл бұрын

that bit was great with the bois

@odsalve 2 жыл бұрын

Thomas, you have a great van. Well prepared for travel. Good luck and new beautiful photos.

@insoleandlaces 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats in producing such a great vehicle.

@JasonLorette 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome, I watched the build too, nice to have the run through, seems very functional and comfy. 😎👍🏻

@RocketmanXO 2 жыл бұрын

Funny. I was just thinking about something like this, because I want to go on a long road trip. And here it is. Popping on KZfaq....

@hegster1966 2 жыл бұрын

Well thought out, impressed

@ChristianLawrence 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Tomas. Thanks for sharing, we'll thought out and some good tips. Impressed with the battery pack 👌👌

@rjmay 2 жыл бұрын

Been watching the channel for a while and love your content. I properly let out a laugh when you zoomed into that bit of hair (and again!). Van appears to be the perfect tool and excuse for lots of adventures and memories. Thanks for the tour!