I LOVE that you are including a shower/toilet. I don't get why so many people are fine with travel vans without them. Sure, you can use gyms and such for toilet facilities/showers...but I would rather not have to.
Travel With Jaz - actually, a LOT of people living in their vans in America who post on RUclips do not have toilets/showers. They just live in vans and shower at 24 hour gyms. Enjoy man.
I agree that a shower/toilet is a must, but note that this project involves a long wheelbase van so has extra space. Many opt for the shorter wheelbase version so they can park in a standard bay, lighter weight, lower fuel consumption and easier to navigate tighter roads. So pros and cons to both. To each their own. Yes a shower/toilet can fit in a shorter wheelbase van but it's not as straightforward.
Patriot Jefferson Those gym bathrooms are VERY clean. It's not a public restroom. That said, tons of people that tour national parks don't shower for over a week. So that's the norm. I myself would at least want a toilet but it's a huge sacrifice in terms of space. I would probably have an outdoor shower. I would care the most if I were with touring with a GF/wife. I wouldn't want sexy time with someone that hasn't showered for a week and I don't blame them for not wanting to touch me.
"I LOVE that you are including a shower/toilet. I don't get why so many people are fine with travel vans without them" No kidding...you can lay your head ANYWHERE, even a makeshift rooftop tent or sleeping in the cab is doable (hell, people sleep in tiny-ass cars all the time). Cooking is no problem either, a small camp stove fed by a 20lb propane bottle can last MONTHS. On the more glamorous side, a cheap engine-coupled inverter or off-grid solar array would allow you to run a microwave or toaster oven no problem... But IMO having your own toilet, sink and shower... PRICELESS.
I like that you're not using all of the expensive equipment and shops other youtubers are using and you're using a small hand tool to cut the pieces. It looks so do-able.
How great was this build...hav watched a couple hundred for ideas but never actually shown how to do it , thanks so much,,this lady builder appreciates it emensley
You may have one of the most descriptive start to finish build series that I’ve seen to date! Great Build and Knowledge as well! Also your Finish game is on Point! #BigUp #Inspiring #Talented #Vanlyfe
I watched plenty of van conversion videos but this one is the best I have seen, as for someone who is looking for some practical knowledge about conversion.
The only thing I would add on this bathroom it is a little fan on the ceiling so the steamer can get out! But I read that you are going to install one later on, so we’ll done buddy, Good job 👍! You taught us a lot, congratulations and many thanks!
Mate im doing a SWB Toyotoa Coaster as a complete novice and so wished I would have come across your page earlier. Awesome info and explanations. So looking forward to each episode now. Thanks for putting all the extra time it takes to film and edit ect. Excellent stuff Jaz.
Mate this is unreal. Planning a van conversion currently and hadn't seen any videos with the shower setup towards the front. Exactly what I was looking for, killin it!
I'm looking to do a similar thing but at the back. I want to have captain's chairs in the front turn 180 degrees to sit at a work desk and I figured I'd have all access to tanks, batteries etc via the doors at the back. Full time bed, shower/toilet but no garage.
I like it Jaz. Finally an Aussie installing a shower toilet combo in a campervan. This is the best installation I have come across on YT. And I have subscribed.
Just a thought for other DIY builders, you can also consider to fit the toilet door outside the other way around, so it would be hinged on the right side instead. Good point is in case the door pops open for whatever reason and while driving you properly don't rip the door off then.
Dude I'm 60 years old. And I've been all around a lot of construction workers building houses interior trim exterior. And I want to say you have got skills Beyond anybody I have ever worked with in my whole life and that's a 45 years of construction you are awesome good job awesome
Excellent production. I was riveted from the start. I'm looking forward to see how everything pans out and catching up with previous episodes. Go Aussie!
Woooh!! Finally, someone shows me how to do the curve of the walls!!!! Bingo!!! Just about to do my van and your video has really, really helped me, thank you very much.
One of the best videos ive seen on this area..bloody good video work, speeding up the slower parts but still showing the whole process and giving good advice/details along the way. Im hooked bud..top job
Wow truly I see how everyone in this life have such amazing individual skills. Some tap into it more than others. As u. Congratulations. You inspire many.
I love that you did an access panel for your toilet. I've been planning my conversion and that was something I wanted to do but had yet to see anyone else do it! I love that I found your videos and you have done this so I can see your plans!
Question: Have you ever considered a "rain water collection system" so fresh water won't be such a limiting factor and you can stay off-grid longer (if you choose).
Wow, You did an outstanding job of designing, building, documenting this construction! I look forward to watching future videos of your life living in the van. Thanks mate!
Very informative video!! Thank you!! It really helps when you are not a very handy person & you can find a video such as yours that shows how you did it, tools, supplies, etc... Can't wait to one day do this! My first requirement is that I can stand in the van, not ok with having to hunch over and second priority is a shower/toilet. Too many videos I have seen that are without these or are made to take showers outside the van, no thanks! Awesome job, can't wait to watch the rest!
Thanks heaps! Yeah that was my requirements also I had to be able to stand up straight and comfortable and have a toilet and shower. Enjoy the series and good luck with you build! 😄✌🏼
Like it! Good job too! I was told it wasn’t possible to fit a shower and toilet in a medium size van, you have proved them wrong and done an excellent job in the process! Well done! Enjoy watching your videos too!
The bathroom turned out as a success! Van Life would definitely not be the same without it! It takes living day to day in the van to the next level and makes it much more convenient. I strongly recommend building a bathroom if you have the chance. The wet area panel i used is called (High Pressure Melamine) - www.bunnings.com.au/wall-art-2400-x-1200-x-3mm-snow-white-wet-area-wall-shower-panel_p6660403 Sorry for the music being quite loud and repetitive too, I can't change it now but I did learn for future videos :) Ep.5 BLOG + PRICE BREAKDOWN - www.jazmorton.com/van-conversion/shower-toilet/ Season 1 Van Build - bit.ly/VanBuildS1 Season 2 Van Life - bit.ly/VanLifeS2
I've been wondering now that some time has passed using the shower whether you've noticed the joins compromised at all, and also whether you've had much problem with mould on the Selleys product you used.
@@MOXRA I did this so that I could just sikaflex the melamine panel straight to the ply , because the ply is riveted to the van wall, it is very secured , but I can't rivet the melamine straight to the wall because then it would have holes in it and would leak water
@@MOXRA the shower is still in great waterproof condition, the only issue I had was with some of the silicone, this was because when I installed some of the silicone I was cutting timber outside with the dropsaw and tiny bits of timber dust got into some of the silicone, so over time it didn't look good, so I cut it out and redid it without making the mistake a few months ago
I converted an ldv maxus in 2009 using the same format as you, the toilet and shower behind the drivers seat, it seamed a good thing to do until i came to fit the cassette toilet, as i wanted to be able to remove the cassette from outside i had to cut the cassette door and the water fill. the problem comes with the shape of the sides, if i ever do another i would put it the other side, so that i could overlap the side door and make access to the cassette easily.
thank you for sharing your work, it's refreshing to find a video that doesn't just skip over everything only showing a few screws being put in :) planning to build myself a van in a couple of years as well as a permanent home and a shower and toilet are must haves for what I have in mind so it's really nice to finally see someone building one and showing the details of the build :)
Excellent build. The thought of needing a place to take a crap (in private) is innovative thinking. Its like saying to your travel mate 'Do you love me. If you do, you will watch me take a crap.' Also, I don't see the novelty of a conversion including a kitchen that takes up over half the space and no place to crap and take a shower. Again, excellent build.
haha thanks mate yeah i agree it really is handy having a toilet and shower on the road, each to their own builds but i wouldnt have it any other way :)
FEEDBACK - Many thanks Jaz for putting in the time to producing this video - the content will be a real help to me, and many others I assume. Please could I ask you to back the music level off by approx 50% on your next video(s), it is quite overpowering in between you speaking, especially watching this late at night. Also, the extremely repetitive music in the first six minutes was so hard to endure I had to mute the sound. I appreciate mine is just a subjective view, and others may love the music. But I wanted to let you know at least one person was struggling with it, when what I most appreciate is your words and video, any nondescript quiet music in the background would have done. Hope I haven't caused any offense - like I say, I really appreciate your efforts here.
Thanks so much for the feedback all feedback is welcomed, and I have had many people say the same thing especially for this video, I learnt and later agreed that yes it was to overpowering etc. So yeah thank you a lot for you feedback :)
Awesome video! I am hoping to do a van conversion at some point and I will certainly be using this video series to help. Very detailed. Thanks for taking the time to document your build!
Awesome job Jaz. Will be beginning my own build soon in a high roof MWB Ford Transit. I will be going for the porta potty sitting in the shower cubicle & removed when showering for the room and less areas for water to collect. Am not sure if am up to plumbing myself. Was also hoping to find a solution where didn't need gas or 240v for hot water as want to be off grid and more stealth. I'm 47yr female in Western Australia.... I'm prepared to give it all ago. 🤣
Thanks Cherie! Love your enthusiasm, you got it girl :) Yeah well the other hot water options I guess are just 240V or 12V hotwater, but instantaneous gas is the most efficient and quickest by far! I'd love to see your solutions, good luck wish you the best
Awesome Work mate! How old are you btw and whats your profession? Just asking cause you seem pretty skilled with everything youve done so far.. Keep it up!
Your doing great - looking forward to starting mine and using some of your tips. Its the electrical stuff Im nervous about so interesting to see your steps of how to set that all up - so many different ways - recon you will be straight forward.
Jaz you are amazing. I'm so happy to see an Aussie conversion in great detail. I'm in my 50's and my dream is starting now. My chicks have all left the nest and I'm on my own so I hope to travel and live in my van for a few years. I've bought a Ford Transit Jumbo Hi roof which I'm converting. Have bought most things off Ebay and my garage is filling up quickly. Super impressed with your shower fit out. I've bought a Dometic Swivel toilet and was wondering what you lifted your toilet with to make smooth transition through access. I have same shower tray. Looking forward to future videos. (PS my son is an apprentice carpenter and will be doing the fit out for me so he can practice his skills LOL)
That's awesome Tracy, glad to hear you'll be van lifing soon too! For the packer for underneath the toilet, I haven't sourced it yet but I will definitely show it in a video when I do. Its going to be some sort of plastic material I would imagine. Good to hear your son is on the build too, it's a lot of work! he'll get heaps of experience. All the best!
Amazing... wish I had your skills. :P Those cassette toilet things are interesting, seems like something I'd want in a conversion van because it can be removed and dumped into a septic system or such without hauling the van over there. Sadly (or fortunately, depending on who you ask) in the USA we end up with black water tanks instead, which are large and hard to service, and a hell to dump / clean if you break down or can't move your van or trailer for a period of time.
Great build! For the toilet spacer I would use a plastic cutting board, cheap, easy to cut out, waterproof! And you can easily find a white cutting board.
Why not cut a lip in the shower tray so you don't have to raise the toilet, I'm sure the shower tray won't overflow unless you're parked on a bad slope.
Just found this video love it gonna have to go back and watch all from the start. Really thinking of doing something like this. Question How much was the van? and much you estimate will cost for the whole project? thanks
Sorry if this is too personal but can I ask where most of that will be going? Is it the big things like solar panels etc or did you have to buy tools? I'm thinking of doing a build myself and hearing $20,000 scares me!
Re the cost, he's an Aussie so remember the exchange rate is 25% plus below the us dollar. I suspect stuff costs more here too, and he see to be doing a fairly high end job. Easy to lose track of dollars when you get stuck in too😁
Hey there! The most expensive thing will be the Lithium Ion batteries + all the battery management system going with it. Most vans dont do lithium ion, but it is something I really want because it is much better quality and will be the best for being completely off the grid. I still haven't finished the van build yet, but things add up quickly. Bare in mind that I'm planning for this to be my full time house for many years to come. $20,000 compared to a $500,000 house is no comparison.
Why o why do people "smooth" sealent with their finger this just leaves a mess, a simple homemade tool gives a superior finish and is a lot cleaner way of sealing a join
Just the simplicity and ease of it I think, and can do great finishes in most applications. What is the tool though I've never seen a dedicated tool for finishing a seal
Travel With Jaz I don't mean to be rude but all the seals that I saw of yours did look very messy and yes there are dedicated tools for the job or what I use is a small piece of 4 mm mdf roughly 70 mm x 35 mm with a small 45 degree cut in one corner and use that corner to smooth your sealant
There is also a set of silicone triangles and squares with angled and tapered edges. They flex in tighter than the finger, but again, easy to lose track of and the finger and spit are always 'handy".
Hello, amazing work. Just two potentiel issues I can think of. Debris can get into the system through the breather. There is no draining valve to empty water container
Thanks Jakub! That's a good point i will have to put on some mesh to filter the end of the breather, and also I can disconnect a push in connector at the bottom of the tank that connects to the filter with ease and drain this way. Thanks for the support and tips mate!
This is a great series of build instructions. You have good attention to details which so many other builds are missing, the examples in this video would the sealing off of the shower area, using cables and conduit to make later install steps easier (sparky background i guess! ) The only item would have recommended was to try and make sure the ply, and other wood components do not rub against metal, especially in hard to get to areas. This has happened to me and the squeaking on some roads dove us crazy. I ended up forcing some sealer around walls etc to stop it, but the one behind the shower was a right pain.
Super awesome! After i graduate I'll be travelling by myself and this vid makes me more eager to finish my studies with badges and make a ton of money and spend my life in a holistic adventure.
You're a skilled worker and works with your hand expertly. I can see myself in you in beach sandals doing my projects in my car or in my house. Good job and thanks for pointers that I can put in use.
Just found you... you are a gifted teacher and videographer! I feel a binge watching afternoon coming up! Thank you for taking the time to record, edit and upload this valuable info!
Great video. Suggestion, hope you use sealed blocks on all three sides of toilet to prevent water and then possible mold from building up under the toilet.
Thanks! I'll be cutting a piece of plastic block to fit underneath the toilet, then fully seal that, and the back of the toilet to the wall so no air/water can get under the toilet or in the wall
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Its been such a very long time since i actually watched an entire RUclips clip from anyone. It was a pleasure learning something new .
Thanks a lot I'm glad I could keep you engaged!
This is THE best van build series on all of youtube.
Thanks heaps mate really appreciate that!
I LOVE that you are including a shower/toilet. I don't get why so many people are fine with travel vans without them. Sure, you can use gyms and such for toilet facilities/showers...but I would rather not have to.
Yeah most don't have them, for me it was a necessity because it will be my long term home 😀🤙🏼
Travel With Jaz - actually, a LOT of people living in their vans in America who post on RUclips do not have toilets/showers. They just live in vans and shower at 24 hour gyms. Enjoy man.
I agree that a shower/toilet is a must, but note that this project involves a long wheelbase van so has extra space. Many opt for the shorter wheelbase version so they can park in a standard bay, lighter weight, lower fuel consumption and easier to navigate tighter roads. So pros and cons to both. To each their own. Yes a shower/toilet can fit in a shorter wheelbase van but it's not as straightforward.
Patriot Jefferson Those gym bathrooms are VERY clean. It's not a public restroom. That said, tons of people that tour national parks don't shower for over a week. So that's the norm. I myself would at least want a toilet but it's a huge sacrifice in terms of space. I would probably have an outdoor shower. I would care the most if I were with touring with a GF/wife. I wouldn't want sexy time with someone that hasn't showered for a week and I don't blame them for not wanting to touch me.
"I LOVE that you are including a shower/toilet. I don't get why so many people are fine with travel vans without them"
No kidding...you can lay your head ANYWHERE, even a makeshift rooftop tent or sleeping in the cab is doable (hell, people sleep in tiny-ass cars all the time). Cooking is no problem either, a small camp stove fed by a 20lb propane bottle can last MONTHS. On the more glamorous side, a cheap engine-coupled inverter or off-grid solar array would allow you to run a microwave or toaster oven no problem...
But IMO having your own toilet, sink and shower... PRICELESS.
I like that you're not using all of the expensive equipment and shops other youtubers are using and you're using a small hand tool to cut the pieces. It looks so do-able.
I really like the way you can empty the potty from the outside , you have done a wonderful job, be proud,
thank you
How great was this build...hav watched a couple hundred for ideas but never actually shown how to do it , thanks so much,,this lady builder appreciates it emensley
After watching the US Sprinter conversions its nice to see someone doing the job properly, well done, I'm going to check out the whole series
Thanks a lot mate!
Your hard work and craftsmanship earn my respect. Hats off to you.
Thanks a lot Oscar appreciate that a lot mate
You may have one of the most descriptive start to finish build series that I’ve seen to date! Great Build and Knowledge as well! Also your Finish game is on Point! #BigUp #Inspiring #Talented #Vanlyfe
Thanks a lot Saul thats really nice mate, appreciate you taking the time to watch it means a lot, super stoked it was inspiring to you man!
I watched plenty of van conversion videos but this one is the best I have seen, as for someone who is looking for some practical knowledge about conversion.
Really appreciate you watching and taking interest, Thank you 😄
The only thing I would add on this bathroom it is a little fan on the ceiling so the steamer can get out!
But I read that you are going to install one later on, so we’ll done buddy, Good job 👍!
You taught us a lot, congratulations and many thanks!
I've watched quite a lot of these shower build videos, this is by far the best!
Mate im doing a SWB Toyotoa Coaster as a complete novice and so wished I would have come across your page earlier. Awesome info and explanations. So looking forward to each episode now. Thanks for putting all the extra time it takes to film and edit ect. Excellent stuff Jaz.
Thanks a lot Col I've only recently started uploading content. All the best with your conversion!
watching 100 videos about van building, watching this video for just 7 min. and learn much more than in the videos before! Thank you!
That's awesome so glad you got a lot of value from it!! 😄
Mate this is unreal.
Planning a van conversion currently and hadn't seen any videos with the shower setup towards the front.
Exactly what I was looking for, killin it!
Thanks Dylan glad it can help. You'll see in future videos all the plumbing and electrical hook up too!
I'm looking to do a similar thing but at the back. I want to have captain's chairs in the front turn 180 degrees to sit at a work desk and I figured I'd have all access to tanks, batteries etc via the doors at the back. Full time bed, shower/toilet but no garage.
You have no idea how much this has helped me. Thank you for all your help. This is your gift.., thank you for sharing it.
Finally a new episode
Really really a flawless work
Cant wait to see what will you do next
Thanks very much mate will try to get the videos out as quick as possible!
i am a carpenter's apprentice. i really want to do something like this soon so i have been doing research for a long time. well done, and thanks.
Good trade 😊 I'm glad you are getting value, thanks a lot!
I like it Jaz. Finally an Aussie installing a shower toilet combo in a campervan. This is the best installation I have come across on YT. And I have subscribed.
Thanks a lot mate! Yeah it's good seeing someone do it in your own country haha. The plumbing and electrical install is still to come, thanks again!
fantastic video and build 😁
Just a thought for other DIY builders, you can also consider to fit the toilet door outside the other way around, so it would be hinged on the right side instead. Good point is in case the door pops open for whatever reason and while driving you properly don't rip the door off then.
In Korea, we call people like you "the guy with the golden hand". Great upload!
Ha that is awesome, i appreciate that a lot mate! 😊
In Croatia he would be "the man of golden hands"
That wall in back of the seats looks tougher than some roll bars I've seen. And this is some VERY fine work.
Dude I'm 60 years old. And I've been all around a lot of construction workers building houses interior trim exterior. And I want to say you have got skills Beyond anybody I have ever worked with in my whole life and that's a 45 years of construction you are awesome good job awesome
Excellent production. I was riveted from the start. I'm looking forward to see how everything pans out and catching up with previous episodes. Go Aussie!
Thanks mate appreciate it, hopefully not far off till the next episode
Well done man! This is one of the best Sprinter van conversion series on RUclips! You're teaching us all a lot! Thanks!!!
Thanks heaps Chris that means a lot! I love that it is giving people value, :)
Thank you Jaz for sharing your work. This episode was thorough work.
Thanks a lot!
A+ man. Working through a van build myself right now and your videos are the best I’ve seen. Rock on.
Thanks a lot brother you too mate all the best 😀🤙🏼
Can't believe it I ended watching all of them this evening. all up to date now .... looking forward to the next one
Thanks heaps man! Ep.6 coming out next week!
JustOneForAll same here I didn’t even realise
JustOneForAll excellent video
Just viewed my 1st episode... Toilet Shower. Best I've seen! -Pete, from Texas USA.
Cheers pete 👍🏼
Woooh!! Finally, someone shows me how to do the curve of the walls!!!! Bingo!!! Just about to do my van and your video has really, really helped me, thank you very much.
That's awesome glad it was hekpful! Best of luck :)
I was going to comment on this too - great technique!
I was interested in this part too. Could anyone clarify the technique used or a link to a non-time lapsed video of this technique? Cheers.
An absolute labor of love, super attention to detail. Really great job.
Cheers chris much appreciated brother!
Your work is AMAZING... super inspring and I wish I had your skills... fantastic ideas, and I love your portapotti door idea: hadn't seen it yet.
Thanks heaps for watching man greatly appreciate your interest! The toilet and shower is my favourite thing about the van!
prob the best van conversion work ive seen on you tube..very tidy
thanks mate heaps appreciated!
Flip flop is my number 1 choice work shoe too.
haha thanks mate
One of the best videos ive seen on this area..bloody good video work, speeding up the slower parts but still showing the whole process and giving good advice/details along the way. Im hooked bud..top job
Thanks Glenn you're a legend, I'll keep it up!
Your a tradie right? carpenter?
loving the aussie safety footwear!!
Gotta love em haha!
Hahaha, that's THE reason why i'll follow u with this project 😅
Pros always work with kinda safety equipment!
I was waiting for him to either drill through his toes or saw them off..
Maui Style Brah!!
Be nice... don't make fun of him.... Ausie boy has his own way of doing things
Even 2.5 years later still one of the very best van build series on you tube WD Jaz
I think you should be traveling in most African countries like Kenya so that you should teach people like us to make it
Wow truly I see how everyone in this life have such amazing individual skills. Some tap into it more than others. As u. Congratulations. You inspire many.
Thanks naomi really appreciate that!
I love that you did an access panel for your toilet. I've been planning my conversion and that was something I wanted to do but had yet to see anyone else do it! I love that I found your videos and you have done this so I can see your plans!
Thanks Holly, appreciate the support and keep following the journey for more videos! :)
Я не понимаю на каком языке вы говорите,но вы так чётко всё делаете,что и без перевода всё понятно)Спасибо,и оператору огромное спасибо.
Thanks so much I speak English (Australian), I'm glad you can understand everything without needing to understand my language :)
Question: Have you ever considered a "rain water collection system" so fresh water won't be such a limiting factor and you can stay off-grid longer (if you choose).
Top work mate love the van so far!
Thanks! I can't wait till it is all finished and I can live in it!
Wow, You did an outstanding job of designing, building, documenting this construction! I look forward to watching future videos of your life living in the van. Thanks mate!
Thanks heaps mate, I can't wait to start actually living in it and creating travel lifestyle videos that this van brings!
Thanks so much for making this video. Just what I was looking for. Hope to start building mine soon. Brilliant video. Many thanks. 👍
thanks mate glad you got value paul
Very informative video!! Thank you!! It really helps when you are not a very handy person & you can find a video such as yours that shows how you did it, tools, supplies, etc... Can't wait to one day do this! My first requirement is that I can stand in the van, not ok with having to hunch over and second priority is a shower/toilet. Too many videos I have seen that are without these or are made to take showers outside the van, no thanks! Awesome job, can't wait to watch the rest!
Thanks heaps! Yeah that was my requirements also I had to be able to stand up straight and comfortable and have a toilet and shower. Enjoy the series and good luck with you build! 😄✌🏼
You sure are doing a fine and meticulous job.
Meticulous is a perfect explanation, although this can also be my Achilles Heel because things take longer... haha anyway thanks a lot!
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Like it! Good job too! I was told it wasn’t possible to fit a shower and toilet in a medium size van, you have proved them wrong and done an excellent job in the process! Well done! Enjoy watching your videos too!
Great work honestly.
thankyou!
You broke my heart. So much work, so much detail. Fantastic effort
Haha I guess that is a good thing, glad it wad helpful!
The bathroom turned out as a success! Van Life would definitely not be the same without it! It takes living day to day in the van to the next level and makes it much more convenient. I strongly recommend building a bathroom if you have the chance.
The wet area panel i used is called (High Pressure Melamine) - www.bunnings.com.au/wall-art-2400-x-1200-x-3mm-snow-white-wet-area-wall-shower-panel_p6660403
Sorry for the music being quite loud and repetitive too, I can't change it now but I did learn for future videos :)
Ep.5 BLOG + PRICE BREAKDOWN - www.jazmorton.com/van-conversion/shower-toilet/
Season 1 Van Build - bit.ly/VanBuildS1
Season 2 Van Life - bit.ly/VanLifeS2
Jaz I was wondering why you installed a sheet of ply to mount the melamine on along the front, van wall and roof surfaces but not the other two sides.
I've been wondering now that some time has passed using the shower whether you've noticed the joins compromised at all, and also whether you've had much problem with mould on the Selleys product you used.
@@MOXRA I did this so that I could just sikaflex the melamine panel straight to the ply , because the ply is riveted to the van wall, it is very secured , but I can't rivet the melamine straight to the wall because then it would have holes in it and would leak water
@@JaznLori thank you
@@MOXRA the shower is still in great waterproof condition, the only issue I had was with some of the silicone, this was because when I installed some of the silicone I was cutting timber outside with the dropsaw and tiny bits of timber dust got into some of the silicone, so over time it didn't look good, so I cut it out and redid it without making the mistake a few months ago
To be able to get out of the water and take a shower straight away is priceless!!!!!!!!
It is so priceless, I think if anything makes this van it is having the toilet and shower:)
Well done, it is looking good.
Thankyou! :)
I converted an ldv maxus in 2009 using the same format as you, the
toilet and shower behind the drivers seat, it seamed a good thing to do until i came to fit the cassette toilet, as i wanted to be able to remove the cassette from outside i had to cut the cassette door and the water fill. the problem comes with the shape of the sides, if i ever do another i would put it the other side, so that i could overlap the side door and make access to the cassette easily.
Cool mate good efffort! I just cut the cassette door in the panelling as you can see, cheers for the support mate!
The music made me crazy. But thank you for sharing.
Dieser Mann versteht sein Handwerk. Er macht das ausgezeichnet. BRAVO🥈🥇🥂
Freundliche Grüße vom Konfuzius aus Sukosan/HR🍺
Great video . . . Lots of useful information and tips
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks a lot Glen I appreciate the kind words :)
thank you for sharing your work, it's refreshing to find a video that doesn't just skip over everything only showing a few screws being put in :)
planning to build myself a van in a couple of years as well as a permanent home and a shower and toilet are must haves for what I have in mind so it's really nice to finally see someone building one and showing the details of the build :)
Thank you for the great Video! I love how much effort and Time you put up in this project. Maybe one day I'll build my own Van. :) Keep on.
Thank you, yes it is a lot of hours and effort but it will be worth it :) I hope you do do it one day!
Excellent build. The thought of needing a place to take a crap (in private) is innovative thinking. Its like saying to your travel mate 'Do you love me. If you do, you will watch me take a crap.' Also, I don't see the novelty of a conversion including a kitchen that takes up over half the space and no place to crap and take a shower. Again, excellent build.
haha thanks mate yeah i agree it really is handy having a toilet and shower on the road, each to their own builds but i wouldnt have it any other way :)
Good stuff mate your helping me Invision my own build😉
Glad it is helping mate, thanks!
look at this bloke :P
David Sims hello David sims look at u ;-)
hi,me and my wife are building a 24' camper from the ground up.....wired up lights, breaker panel and inverters today.... GREAT JOB ON YOURS !!!!!!!!!
That's awesome to hear love hearing about other people doing it too! Great job, keep it up! :)
FEEDBACK - Many thanks Jaz for putting in the time to producing this video - the content will be a real help to me, and many others I assume. Please could I ask you to back the music level off by approx 50% on your next video(s), it is quite overpowering in between you speaking, especially watching this late at night. Also, the extremely repetitive music in the first six minutes was so hard to endure I had to mute the sound. I appreciate mine is just a subjective view, and others may love the music. But I wanted to let you know at least one person was struggling with it, when what I most appreciate is your words and video, any nondescript quiet music in the background would have done. Hope I haven't caused any offense - like I say, I really appreciate your efforts here.
Thanks so much for the feedback all feedback is welcomed, and I have had many people say the same thing especially for this video, I learnt and later agreed that yes it was to overpowering etc. So yeah thank you a lot for you feedback :)
Awesome video! I am hoping to do a van conversion at some point and I will certainly be using this video series to help. Very detailed. Thanks for taking the time to document your build!
Thanks heaps and no worries :)
Awesome job Jaz.
Will be beginning my own build soon in a high roof MWB Ford Transit.
I will be going for the porta potty sitting in the shower cubicle & removed when showering for the room and less areas for water to collect.
Am not sure if am up to plumbing myself.
Was also hoping to find a solution where didn't need gas or 240v for hot water as want to be off grid and more stealth.
I'm 47yr female in Western Australia.... I'm prepared to give it all ago. 🤣
Thanks Cherie! Love your enthusiasm, you got it girl :) Yeah well the other hot water options I guess are just 240V or 12V hotwater, but instantaneous gas is the most efficient and quickest by far! I'd love to see your solutions, good luck wish you the best
This is one of the best van build-videos I have ever seen. Thanks a lot.
Thanks a lot mate I really appreciate that!
Have subscribed. Brilliant build!
Thanks Mark appreciate it!
Looking forward to the next installment..
Cheers mark!
Excellent craftsmanship. And a great accent to boot
Haha thanks
Awesome Work mate! How old are you btw and whats your profession? Just asking cause you seem pretty skilled with everything youve done so far.. Keep it up!
Thanks Robin I'm 24 and an electrician by trade :) appreciate the kind words!
Your clearly a highly skilled tradesperson. Not sure my attempt will be anything close, but lots of ideas. Congrats & look forward to the next episode
Thanks a lot, honestly I make a lot of stuff up as I go along and aren't always sure. It is a constant learning process! Hopefully out soon!
Your doing great - looking forward to starting mine and using some of your tips. Its the electrical stuff Im nervous about so interesting to see your steps of how to set that all up - so many different ways - recon you will be straight forward.
Cheer mate, yeah electrical is where most people are a bit unsure, I'll be making videos on every part of the van build don't worry
Jaz you are amazing. I'm so happy to see an Aussie conversion in great detail. I'm in my 50's and my dream is starting now. My chicks have all left the nest and I'm on my own so I hope to travel and live in my van for a few years. I've bought a Ford Transit Jumbo Hi roof which I'm converting. Have bought most things off Ebay and my garage is filling up quickly. Super impressed with your shower fit out. I've bought a Dometic Swivel toilet and was wondering what you lifted your toilet with to make smooth transition through access. I have same shower tray. Looking forward to future videos. (PS my son is an apprentice carpenter and will be doing the fit out for me so he can practice his skills LOL)
That's awesome Tracy, glad to hear you'll be van lifing soon too! For the packer for underneath the toilet, I haven't sourced it yet but I will definitely show it in a video when I do. Its going to be some sort of plastic material I would imagine. Good to hear your son is on the build too, it's a lot of work! he'll get heaps of experience.
All the best!
The bathroom is bomb proof! Very sturdy construction.
She's pretty sturdy for sure!
Amazing... wish I had your skills. :P
Those cassette toilet things are interesting, seems like something I'd want in a conversion van because it can be removed and dumped into a septic system or such without hauling the van over there. Sadly (or fortunately, depending on who you ask) in the USA we end up with black water tanks instead, which are large and hard to service, and a hell to dump / clean if you break down or can't move your van or trailer for a period of time.
Thank you! Yeah they are very simple to use and portable to where you want to dump the storage. I like the simplicity of them too
You are a LIFESAVER with that hole saw trick!!!!! Thanks!
haha thanks mate
The next door neighbor is loving the sounds of his construction tools...
he lended me 2 or 3 power tools so i think he was fine with it (Y)
Great build! For the toilet spacer I would use a plastic cutting board, cheap, easy to cut out, waterproof! And you can easily find a white cutting board.
That is a bloody awesome idea! I am going to use that thanks very much! :)
Why not cut a lip in the shower tray so you don't have to raise the toilet, I'm sure the shower tray won't overflow unless you're parked on a bad slope.
Great video mate!
Thanks a lot mate!
Best shower /toilet installation I have seen so far. thanks
Just found this video love it gonna have to go back and watch all from the start. Really thinking of doing something like this. Question How much was the van? and much you estimate will cost for the whole project? thanks
Hey mate glad you're interested thanks! The van was $28500 drive away, and the project budget has definitely blown out but maybe around $20000. YIKES!
Sorry if this is too personal but can I ask where most of that will be going? Is it the big things like solar panels etc or did you have to buy tools? I'm thinking of doing a build myself and hearing $20,000 scares me!
Yeah, $20,000 sounds like way too much, usually an expensive build w/o van cost is around $5-8k, wondering where the other money went
Re the cost, he's an Aussie so remember the exchange rate is 25% plus below the us dollar. I suspect stuff costs more here too, and he see to be doing a fairly high end job. Easy to lose track of dollars when you get stuck in too😁
Hey there! The most expensive thing will be the Lithium Ion batteries + all the battery management system going with it. Most vans dont do lithium ion, but it is something I really want because it is much better quality and will be the best for being completely off the grid. I still haven't finished the van build yet, but things add up quickly. Bare in mind that I'm planning for this to be my full time house for many years to come. $20,000 compared to a $500,000 house is no comparison.
Wow you're really showing your process in an awesome and easy to understand way!
I simply mute my devices every time a Comercial comes on !
Just skip all vdo and replay
Commercial*.
man i really appreciate you going in to detail the way you do, you do things in ways I never would have thought about = you bloody legend !
Cheers forest you legend, just doing it a way, there's heaps of ways, but stoked you got ideas and it helped you man :)
Why o why do people "smooth" sealent with their finger this just leaves a mess, a simple homemade tool gives a superior finish and is a lot cleaner way of sealing a join
Just the simplicity and ease of it I think, and can do great finishes in most applications. What is the tool though I've never seen a dedicated tool for finishing a seal
Travel With Jaz I don't mean to be rude but all the seals that I saw of yours did look very messy and yes there are dedicated tools for the job or what I use is a small piece of 4 mm mdf roughly 70 mm x 35 mm with a small 45 degree cut in one corner and use that corner to smooth your sealant
Okay no problem I will keep that in mind! ;)
There is also a set of silicone triangles and squares with angled and tapered edges. They flex in tighter than the finger, but again, easy to lose track of and the finger and spit are always 'handy".
I have used gladwrap.
Hello, amazing work. Just two potentiel issues I can think of.
Debris can get into the system through the breather.
There is no draining valve to empty water container
Thanks Jakub! That's a good point i will have to put on some mesh to filter the end of the breather,
and also I can disconnect a push in connector at the bottom of the tank that connects to the filter with ease and drain this way.
Thanks for the support and tips mate!
Sorry man, made it through a minute or so and the soft talking then BLARING music was too much. Couldn't keep it at one volume.
Ahh dam mate sorry that was your experience, appreciate the honest feedback nonetheless mate!
Can’t thank you enough for uploading your vids, it inspired me to do my van and gave me so much confidence to do it all myself
That's awesome man so glad it is helping You, everyone can do it you just have to believe in yourself! 😄
Your such a shoeless bad ass! You give so much details to this project.
Great job. Gave me some good ideas. Consider using rivet nuts for the sheet metal.
Thanks heaps, will do!
Brilliant attention to detail and fit/finish. Enjoyed this video immensely.
This is a great series of build instructions. You have good attention to details which so many other builds are missing, the examples in this video would the sealing off of the shower area, using cables and conduit to make later install steps easier (sparky background i guess! ) The only item would have recommended was to try and make sure the ply, and other wood components do not rub against metal, especially in hard to get to areas. This has happened to me and the squeaking on some roads dove us crazy. I ended up forcing some sealer around walls etc to stop it, but the one behind the shower was a right pain.
Super awesome! After i graduate I'll be travelling by myself and this vid makes me more eager to finish my studies with badges and make a ton of money and spend my life in a holistic adventure.
Amazing jenie power to you!
You're a skilled worker and works with your hand expertly. I can see myself in you in beach sandals doing my projects in my car or in my house. Good job and thanks for pointers that I can put in use.
Job well done. I've only just started on a bus conversion and like you have found time and costs are both higher than expected!
You are a true craftman, thank you for posting.
Thanks heaps michael!!
Just found you... you are a gifted teacher and videographer! I feel a binge watching afternoon coming up! Thank you for taking the time to record, edit and upload this valuable info!
Ahh Rebekah that means a lot to me! I truly appreciate kind words like this and it's great that I can offer some value to other people! :)
That curved wall trick was really smart!!
Thanks! :)
Great video. Suggestion, hope you use sealed blocks on all three sides of toilet to prevent water and then possible mold from building up under the toilet.
Thanks! I'll be cutting a piece of plastic block to fit underneath the toilet, then fully seal that, and the back of the toilet to the wall so no air/water can get under the toilet or in the wall
The level of details in these videos is amazing! Keep up the great work!
You are a big artist. Congratulations from the Canary islands _Spain. Wonderful job
Thanks very much Angelita!
Congratulations for editing. Is the best I've seen on this conversion vans videoa
Thanks very much! 😊
Wow. Super nice build, and good video & editing as well.
Thanks Don for the support!
Thats a super neat trick for tracing the wall curves. Great vid, thanks for sharing.
Glad it helped you mate!