Finishing the Camper Van Conversion! ( + Van Tour)
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- Опубликовано: 1 ноя 2024
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After nearly two years on working on the van on and off, with the winter always getting in the way, we have finally finished the camper van conversion! It's going to be so much fun going on the first trips!
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What a journey this has been! It's so refreshing to finally finish something we have been working on for so long! So.... what's the next long term project we should take on? 🤔
The laser gun! Id love to see you finish it!
video ideas: listen to "lost boy by Ruth b" or any song u like ad make a painting from it
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Can you filming the trip please 👏🏼
The laser gun
Hey I have a small question where is the water coming from ? And i really like what you do and you’re skills are amazing,
I love the aesthetic in the van, it’s very rustic but nice at the same time and it’s just so cute!
Thank you! 😊
It looks like my cabin in Norway
Seeing Hansi duck his head through the window and use his head to keep the beam up is pretty much a visual representation of how I do everything 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Well thats what i call using your head to fix problems.
I seem to recall there being a plasma rifle build that was never completed...
@@BFett-Human sounds dangerous
can relate
@@BFett-Human They're illegal in Norway.
As someone who has lived in his own creation. The major failing was gluing things in place only to find something needs repairs. Always mount with removable hardware.
I think that should be a general rule of thumb. Like how my dad would bury animal guts at least three or four feet under when he went hunting. It lessens the chances of predators creeping into their camp.
@@sirenofthesea7802 That wasn't in any way relevant or similar to the point of what he said.
@@doriwilliams4772 That meant think ahead before something goes bad... It applies to anything Dori
Yes
@@doriwilliams4772 none the less, it was a great idea :D
7:18 Cat butt hanging outside of the the castle LOL
I went back after reading your comment (and a few others). LOL!
This project was the reason I originally subscribed, but there's been SOOO much other useful and interesting stuff along the way. Congratulations on another awesome project finished!
@@scottdillon5416 Jupiter?
I started watching you this summer when I was dealing with a lot of anxiety and insomnia. Your videos helped me calm down and relax. Thank you for everything you do ❤❤❤❤
I bet you watched the video where Martina went off to cabin for a week
isn't it incredible how a RUclips channel can do that for you? After the 2016 election. I obsessively watched a skateboarding channel. I don't skate, I'm wayyyyyy older than the demographic of the channel and there was no reason for me to even watch them but they post almost everyday and they really helped me get through the first 6 months of 2017.
Martina & Hansi!, I love how your van has been coming along. The aesthetic is spot-on I think for trying to make it feel the most comfortable for such a tiny space. Martina, your spatial intelligence to see how to make the most use of a space & make the space work at its maximum is a rare talent. Hansil, I'm sure you have decked out the van with the best electronic options you could get including the amazing solar power. That is super smart on so many levels. I am constantly amazed at how versatile your knowledge of computers, electronics, & so much more technology.
May I make some logistical observations & suggestions concerning your storage solutions as I do not want you to have any frustrating or even injuring situations. (These are only based on the short glimpses in the videos you have posted, I could have missed or not realized you have already realized them & designed a solution... but just in case you had not I wanted to point them out.)
1.) I am seriously concerned your kitchen storage, only being held back by a curtain, will become a major irritation, at the least, to a serious safety hazard, at the worst. There appears to be nothing to prevent items from falling or sliding all over the van during any sudden stops or quick turns. You could use sliding doors or strong accordion doors to ensure nothing flies out of the area. There are sliding doors, can slide around the sides of the cabinet to the back of it, allowing you full access to the cabinet without doors taking up space
2.) Next, I believe I noticed the storage cabinets above the bed do not have lockable latches. I would hate for items to shift while driving causing something to falls out & lands on one of you who happens to be napping while the other drove. Even if it does not occur during driving, once you stop to sleep, the shifted items could be just at the point of falling out of the cabinet making a very rude awakening in the middle of the night.
I hope you see this Martina & Hansil so you will know how amazing I believe you two really are & to ensure your van is as safe & irritation free as possible.
You two are so intelligent and so inspirational. I'm an American. While in the military I was afforded the opportunity to see Norway. Oslo, Narvic and Tronhime. Sorry for spelling and I also stayed at this place called Trollhagna. I love Norwegian folklore of trolls but you two really make a great couple and u also represent Norway's quality of life. Thank you for your entertaining subject matter.
7:14 this has to be the cutest Photo bomb I've ever seen. 🤣
I went back after reading your comment (and a few others). LOL!
Nice work. One very important and lifesaving remark though. CO is a heavy gas and therefore your CO-alarm should be mounted as close to the floor as possible.
THE ONE RULE YOU NEVER BREAK IN CAMPERVANS is having a way to get to the driver's seat without leaving the van, that is a must, every person I've met while in my camper that didn't do this said its the one thing they wish they could change, you never know when you need to make a quick getaway or you just don't feel like talking to everybody in Walmarts parking lot
What the hell
omg just did a marathon of the van build this morning and now this just dropped!
For some reason, that shot of Clyde's back end hanging out of the Cat Castle had me LMAO 🤣
I went back after reading your comment (and a few others). LOL!
Winter Phoenix 2 I was literally reading it and a split second later the cat butt appeared on my screen :D
im staring at the catbuttt...
I went back after reading your comment (and a few others). LOL!
It looks great! I love how woodsy and natural it looks in there. Many camper vans I see online are very white, but I think the richer wood tones makes your van so cozy.
You are literally living my dream life
I have always wanted to do something like this, and then travel around. However, I've been far too sick, for far too long, and have never actually been able to do it. I am wondering where your bathroom is, because you didn't show one, but it's definitely something you'll need if you travel... it was a good video though 👍
Congratulations!!!
My Mom had this kind of thing for a few years. You might consider putting horizontal slats behind the doors in the cupboards above the bed. The purpose of the slats is to keep anything in the cupboards from sliding into the cupboard doors and opening them from the inside while driving.
Looking nice! I like the cozy feel of the inside. One thing: those curtains are likely not going to stay there long-term with just glue. If I were you, I'd screw pressure bars (metal strips) on top of the fabric as well. Anyway, hurray on getting it done!
I'm so happy seeing how the van turn out!!
I was watching this and my cat Luna jumped up on my entertainment center and watched the entire video in rapt fascination. As I was marathoning some of your other videos, I noticed Luna watched those as well. She doesn't tend to do this with other RUclips videos. I am proud that Luna is a true Forger.
7:13 that was unexpected and i laughed WAY too loud lmao
Skjera bagera. Thank you for taking us along the long journey of the camper build, looks awesome, I hope you both have great adventures with it. PS Martina, love your new hair colors, don't know if you have Sweet Tarts candy in Norway but the colors remind me of them. Have a wonderful day.
Its going to be van-tastic!
I commend you on your use of the paper templates! I have used paper many times and other times when I thought I knew what I needed and regretted my impatience! I have really enjoyed watching this Van conversion! Well Done! I do wonder how it has been long term, I hope you do an update video sometime SOON! just let the viewers know who it is working out after a while of use! Thanks for showing us the build even the long break in the middle was no hardship! Well to those of us who came in late! LOL! Now I am hoping your enjoying your evening. Buh Bye!
When you put that cloth I was like mehh.. but then the beams got involved.. and suddenly I get medieval inn vibes!
Martinas new hair style is SICKKK
I mean i loved her purple hair more than any other hair style but the split die is on another level of ascetically pleasing
Did a similar project with my buddy before the pandemic, it really helps to glue the fabric first then trim out with wood.
Congratulations!!! The van looks awesome!!!!! I really cannot wait until you have your first trip in the van, I will eagerly wait till then!!!💖💖💖
Well done! Congratulations on finishing! I'd be happy to see a new van video later, after you've used it, discovered new needs or issues, and maybe made extra improvements to it.
Omg you two are SO cuteeee! I barely can handle it😭😭 thank you for the work you put in each video and i hope you have only nice trips with the camper!!💜💜💜
It would be awesome to see a vlog of your first trip; see how you get on with the van and hear what works, what you might do differently, etc.
Congratulations!! It has been so long and this is a proud moment. Hope you have the best times and go to far away lands.
Aaah! I am so excited for all the awesome and cool videos you guys are gonna make with this van! I am really looking forward to that!
the Vivaro is a great van, I drive one for my job as a mailman ;)
Beautifully done! You guys are a force to be reckoned with!
The van looks great! I'm not surprised by that since you both have skills and use them well.
I also hope you post some videos from your adventures with it!
Thank you for sharing this all with us!
Pretty fantastic work, guys! 😃
The van is looking amazing!!!
Stay safe there! 🖖😊
Thanks! You too!
It’s incredible what you did with such a small space and yet you made it seem really cozy inside
I never would've thought of doing window shades like that -- but now I know exactly how I'll do them when (if) I do my own van conversion....!
The van looks incredible, looks way much better. Keep up the great work NerdForge see you on the next forging video. :)
The thing I love most about this design is that it screams NerdForge. Your personalities came through strong and it looks so cozy and nice I'm so proud of you both! Quite an undertaking and it turned out so well!
It’s incredible just how much room there is with all the clever space saving ideas. It looks spacious and comfortable, not at all like a van. Great job! May we all find someone who will reno a van and go on crazy adventures with us!
So cool project !!! It looks so comfortable ! Congratulations !
Cool! Ur gonna want to calk all the way around the back of the counter. Also around the edge of the sink (can be done on bottom edge) and all the way around the sink where the two counters meet. That way water wont get between the counters and rot both surfaces.
You and Hansi are pretty fearless in your approach to living and the adventure of it. Whatever you decide to do it will be amazing! Your book work always lights me up. Perhaps a special tome give away!
So happy for you! You've done an exceptional job on all the details! Hope you enjoy every trip and every night and create wonderful memories!
You know what that means ! Roadtrips and outdoor vlogging !
I look at this and think it would be pretty cool to make one look like an olde worlde /fantasy tavern!
You guys please upload more often! I've watched all your videos twice, waiting for the new one :( Martina & Hansi lots of love from Toronto!!!!
Hey! We upload every other Sunday! :)
Yaayy! You’ve got your selves a nice little cabin on wheels 😍 I’ve been waiting for this day to arrive for a loooong time, and my oh my, it.. was.. worth it! Congratulations guys 👍🏻
Man I’m so jealous lol 1- for years & years I’ve really wanted a camper van (I’m SERIOUSLY looking at getting one now) but 2- you guys are so skilled! To do all of that yourselves? Crazy!
I am so happy for you guys that you finished the van, it looks wonderful. It would be great to make a full version of the making in one video, I would love to see that. We are also very interested in building our van and your design looks most closely what we are looking for. Thanks for the video and have fun with the van🤗
I didn't think I'd like the plywood but after you guys stained it, it looks amazing! I definitely look forward to seeing a trip and how you store everything ☺️
Congratulations on finishing. It looks great.
love the hair change!! gives me sorcerer vibes, very chic :)
She is an art sorcerer!!!!!
2:52 Hansi sits down on 2 screws or something and doesn't give a 💩 haha
You can also use the "dining chairs" as a bed extension. The n using the top matress/pillow to fill in the space. *You will just have to buy extra pillows... you can never have too much pillows🥰
Attachable beems underneath the sink would be safe to prevent sliding/tipping/ movement . A special unbreakable attached/ detachment for the "gas" and dishes etc.
Congrats on finishing this project Martina and Hensi!!!! You guys are so crafty and the van looks GREAT!
Congratulations on the van it looks incredible. Cant wait to see where you guys go in it.
Congratulations on getting ur van finished it looks fabulous u both did a wonderful job 👍 much love from Tara in Norwich UK xxx
Amazing!! Can't wait to see your trip shots!
Your videos are always such a celebration of the creative process...not to forget the incredible patience required to realize a project like this. Those before and after shots were dramatic to say the least. The end product is simply wonderful.
really happy for you that this awesome project is done, and your hair color just wow.
Great job! It looks awesome! Take us along on your travels too!
You know, my friend and I were talking about refurbished school buses today and I brought up this project because it related... then I come home after a long day out _and I find this video waiting for me._ Talk about coincidence.
It looks absolutely awesome!! I'm so happy you guys got it done :D
So glad you guys finished it! It looks so awesome and I am so envious and jealous. CONGRATS AND I HOPE IT SERVES YOU WELL
True years it didn’t seem like two years I just watched all the videos it would be in no time specially when you guys were in fast motion I enjoy the build good job.
This is freaking amazing! Great job! Everyday you inspire me to make new things even if I’m not the best at it. :)
So cool! Congrats on finally completing this massive project!!
It looks soooo cozy. The hide away sinks are my fav. Xo beautiful work.
Guys, that's impressive as hell. Been awesome watching this happen. Only been here for about a year, but i love this channel.
congratulations on finally finishing this project!! I wish you many great journeys and adventures using it!! :)
I absolutely love the van! But one thing I would do was to cover more or the whole wall In tiles an not just over the sink. But great work. I have followed the journey and now it’s done! ❤️👌🚐
Thank you! :D
We would have, but the area we covered was the only straight area. Covering the rest would, if possible, be a week of cutting individual tiles to fit in groves and stuff :)
@@Nerdforge 👌 thanks for responding! I really appreciate it! Tusen takk!
It’s beautiful and homely. I’m really rather jealous!
I am so happy for you guys!! It's such an awesome and cozy space.
Congratulations
i was waiting from the beggining to see FINALY the van is over. men that was seriously a VERY GOOD JOB ;) i am impressed well done
damned, that must be very handy for going away for few days.
plus the woods interior make it quite cozy.
Yay you completed it and it looks amazing. Your going to have some good adventures in that van.
Фантастически! Шикарный проект! Поздравляю с завершением проекта!🔥
Fantastic! Great project! Congratulations on completing the project!🔥
The Bob Ross van painting!!! Good job Martina. Pat- South Padre Island, Texas
It looks SO good! Congrats!
Ooo love the new hair
Congratulations you two. You both are so creative.
TWO YEARS?! I felt like it was 6 months, but I guess I don’t keep track of time really well 😂
Watching this from Australia, I keep having to remind myself that things such as insulation and heating are REALLY IMPORTANT in the northern hemisphere.
Aw cool, I was just thinking recently I hope y’all get the van finished soon. It looks great!!! 😍 Hope you both have lots of amazing adventures in it
Wow, looks amazing! Congrats on finishing such a huge project! Would love to see an update down the line as far as how you organize it/pack for trips etc :)
I am so happy for you both that this has been accomplished.
Congratulations! I love the finished product, it looks so comfy. Happy journeys 😄
It looks great! Glad you guys finally finished!!
Hope you two are staying safe and these crazy times. Now you and your cats have a mobile getaway home
Congrats finishing the van! You both are fun to watch and so creative! You guys are AWESOME!
Looks amazing! You're such a colorful person and everything in the van is brown. Would have been nice to see some color!
I love the curtains! I think they are so cool the way you made them!
Your van looks so cozy!! 😍
Great looking camper.
Thanks 👍
this is absolutely stunning!!! you guys inspire me, thank you for this ❤️🤧🙏🏻 love from Brazil!!!