Wow I’m blown away. You did an Incredible job. We almost have the same van so that’s cool. It’s so amazing how those tiny trim edges make a HUGE difference. Great job.
hey mate... I've probably watched each of your videos 4-5 times in the middle of my own build... hands down the best walkthroughs online. The tips, the contour gauge... right down to the irwin grips... I've loaded up on all the stuff and It's helped so much and really enjoying the process. well done on all the builds and nailing this channel as well. hope it takes off as it should... Oh also thanks for mentioning stuff like "40mm strips of 12mm ply" I literally make notes then go out and copy it. Incredibly cool. Cheers.
As someone who isn’t familiar with tools, really find these sorts of vids useful. Liked your approach for the corners. The ceiling /wall joins give me the most planning trouble.
Mark, you never stop to amaze me with your diy attitude. You actually give the term diy it true meaning ay. Why pay for it if you can diy it. Champion! I give you first place in quality and being the best ideas Man. Regards, Mario.
Mark 😂 "Marcel" ! I'm all for making what I can myself. Learn something new, save a few quid, why not! Better yet you can make whatever size you want, that you might not be able to buy.
Really nice. After I stain use 3 or 4 coats of satin poly urethane, sanding between coats - final coat gets rubbed out with 000 steel wool. Leaves a rich, warm luster in most wood.
Ive been watching all your videos and am blown away by your craftsmanship. Ill be basing my ducato on your interior when it eventually gets delivered...thank you for putting these videos out, they are the best on youtube!!!
Salty hi again, I'm trying to find the video where you custom make roof rack for the commuter. I'm searching high n low for roof racks to fit 2002 commuter. Nothing! Getting bit frustrated about what to do. Cheers, Seaweed.
Hi, i never made a video on that but i do haver a photo montage on our instagram. Pretty much right at the bottom of our feed. Check that out. It should help
Came across your channel and love the content! I'm currently converting my promaster 2500, and hope to take away some tips and tricks. Keep up the great work!
These videos are super useful. How tall are you and how do you find your bed being east west? I am planing on a transit build, probably 2010 - 2013 model. I am 183 cm.
So glad they are helpful. I’m 6”3’. The bed orientation is great. I takes a little getting used to as you need to be aware you don’t have intimate leg space like you would in a bed but I fit will. Get even more room when I sleep slightly diagonal. I believe the VM model transits aren’t as wide though as the VO models so I would check the width on the earlier model
You are an incredibly hard act to follow. I’ve looked at those edging timber’s at Bunnings and even have the same table saw, but I know I could never make them myself and still have any fingers left. Did you do an apprenticeship in cabinet making ? How did you learn all this stuff?
Thanks you, Yes we have just gone through the process of getting the engineering compliance certificate for the gas and electrical work as well as a couple of other minor things and transferring the rego to a motorhome. I'll be making a video about how we did it in NSW in the near future.
Hey I was just wondering if I can get your opinion please??!! ... being an Aussie too and wanting to convert a Ford transit..high roof, lwb or jumbo(extended) What age Van would you say is a good one to buy? and what kilometres should I not exceed when purchasing? what are the things to look out for before and during the buying process..? Any tips or advice you can give me would be much appreciated 🙂🙂
I wouldn't by a transit older than 2013 (VM model). The VO models have fixed a lot of the problems that plagued their older brothers. Anything 2014 and up I would recommend. For second hand I would be looking at Kms no higher than 150km as a personal preference. I'm seeing a lot of vans on the market in the 250-300 mileage are crazy prices at the moment so be aware. Look out for service history and mainly and always get it looked over by a mechanic prior to purchasing. Luckily my dad is a mechanic so that was an easy step for me. good luck!
@@saltyvanventures Thank you so much! I appreciate your advice greatly. Off to see a van today, and it's a 2014 😃 149,000km ... how's that for chance! I will check all the things you mentioned and then get a mechanic to look over at any van that have ticked all the boxes.... Have an awesome day! Tracee I
@@traceechislett8463 That's awesome, I just a peak on car sales and see that one you are looking at. Good luck. Decent price. With the pandemic the price of vans have gone sky high, this seller may not know about the demand on the vans yet!
The biggest problem with ALL conversions is WEIGHT. Wood is heavy and takes that weight off your capacity for you and the stuff you really need to have on board. The gross weight is fixed but the unladen weight catches it VERY quickly.
Hey mate, curious to know if the down lights you used are bright enough? I bought the same ones and plugged one in last night and i felt like it didn't produce much light and was curious to know how bright it gets when you add another 5 to it? Cheers mate!
Yes they are, if anything they may be too bright. When we want dim lighting we just open the cupboards and use the dim LED strip lights i installed on micro switches.
To much work trimming the back door frame. Fill the holes with spray foam and use upholstery fabric and glue it to the metal. Clean and beautiful look and saves on extra weight and labor.
As you know mate ..im here to help ..😁.. so iffins ya have any troubles with ya lil assistant.. ya know turning up late n red eyes from the night before .. distracting the workers ..what ever the case may be .. and you have to let her go .. well im here to help .. 😍😎😁oh and the vans lookin smicko ..😁...and done forgitts iffins ya havin problems with Blondie.. jurrrst send me her resume..😁pip pips and carryon pilgrims
Here he is! I was wondering where you went! I always smile reading your comments. She's been a pretty good assistant to date mostly doing the jobs I don't particularly like doing (sanding and painting 😁) But if God forbit I have to let her go I know who to call then. pip pips and carryon pilgrims
Your attention to detail is most commendable.
Thanks haha yes but sometimes it’s a burden as it takes much longer haha! I’m glad to have that trait though!
Wow I’m blown away. You did an Incredible job. We almost have the same van so that’s cool. It’s so amazing how those tiny trim edges make a HUGE difference. Great job.
Thank you so much 😊. Yes it really completes the van. I see a lot of people struggling to figure out how to do these areas so I hope this helps!
Don't know why you haven't got as many subscribers as you should have. Very informative and interesting videos! Thanks. Keep them coming.
I appreciate that!
My inner engineer is pleased by the excellent use of resources displayed in this video. Another good one.
Haha! Thank you. My inner engineer is pleased also!
hey mate... I've probably watched each of your videos 4-5 times in the middle of my own build... hands down the best walkthroughs online. The tips, the contour gauge... right down to the irwin grips... I've loaded up on all the stuff and It's helped so much and really enjoying the process. well done on all the builds and nailing this channel as well. hope it takes off as it should... Oh also thanks for mentioning stuff like "40mm strips of 12mm ply" I literally make notes then go out and copy it. Incredibly cool. Cheers.
Thanks so much for such amazing feedback. Really makes my day reading things like this. Glad to be of assistance! Good luck with your own build sir!
As someone who isn’t familiar with tools, really find these sorts of vids useful. Liked your approach for the corners. The ceiling /wall joins give me the most planning trouble.
Glad it was helpful!i actually just filmed a video about the tools i find most useful to build a van so stay tuned for that!
Mark, you never stop to amaze me with your diy attitude. You actually give the term diy it true meaning ay. Why pay for it if you can diy it. Champion! I give you first place in quality and being the best ideas Man. Regards, Mario.
Mark 😂 "Marcel" ! I'm all for making what I can myself. Learn something new, save a few quid, why not! Better yet you can make whatever size you want, that you might not be able to buy.
That was super smart of you I like that I'm going to use that method Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Really nice. After I stain use 3 or 4 coats of satin poly urethane, sanding between coats - final coat gets rubbed out with 000 steel wool. Leaves a rich, warm luster in most wood.
Great tip!
Can't wait for the video on the cargo doors!
I’ll aim to get it out soon hopefully next week!
The savings actually pay well almost for the table saw. Well worth the time and effort, great attention to detail 👍👍
Yes pretty much they did and then you get another tool in you arsenal
@@saltyvanventures what tablesaw was you using please ?
Ive been watching all your videos and am blown away by your craftsmanship. Ill be basing my ducato on your interior when it eventually gets delivered...thank you for putting these videos out, they are the best on youtube!!!
That's great! So glad that my videos are going to be able to help you with your own build! And thank you for your kind words!
Very impressive handy work! Just awesome!
Thank you very much!
Wow looks brilliant
Thank you 🙏
Very impressive guys.
Thank you!
I love your conservation of resource here! So good!
Your welcome!
U could get some of the cedar sawdust and put in a cloth bag under the bed and it will give that "cedar scent"
Yes I was going to do that but I totally forgot to collect some of the sawdust before running out of the cedar. damit!
This looks amazing, Very clever how you did the trims to save costs. We're gonna give this a go.
Thank you. Yes I was stoked when it worked out. It’s really that easy to make custom trim for any application
i really like how he says ceeaadahhh! great build!
You're getting there! Looks great!
We are more or less done now but the videos are a little delayed 😬 head to our Instagram if you would like to see the final product!
Your content is amazing and you have such a great skill and approach to every task - I appreciate you so much!!!
Thank you so much and you are so welcome!
Mate. That edging is genius! I don't have a table saw or router... (Runs to Bunnings) Well done.
Thank you! Cheers!
Wonderful work. Love the instructions and savings tips
Thanks so much!
great money saving tips, i will be using this myself
Enjoy!
Awsome that you made those mouldings dude
Cheers, yeh it’s pretty easy and you save a tonne
Salty hi again, I'm trying to find the video where you custom make roof rack for the commuter.
I'm searching high n low for roof racks to fit 2002 commuter. Nothing! Getting bit frustrated about what to do.
Cheers, Seaweed.
Hi, i never made a video on that but i do haver a photo montage on our instagram. Pretty much right at the bottom of our feed. Check that out. It should help
Came across your channel and love the content! I'm currently converting my promaster 2500, and hope to take away some tips and tricks. Keep up the great work!
Welcome aboard! and good luck with your build!
Damn dude. Very well done car-van-try!
Thanks mate! Mucho appreciato!
Your skills are epic💪🏼💪🏼
What about access to the high level brake light above the back doors. You just covered over the maintenance access hole.
That’s a valid point. I did think of this later on and realised I would have cut a little port hole out with my vibrating multi tool if the bulb blew
sweet as mate
Hey Marcel, wondering what sealant you used on the cedar? About to seal mine
Hope it looks half as good as yours
Im pretty sure it was Cabbots clear water based timber sealer satin gloss
I’m converting a 2010 Ford Transit LWB and having trouble sourcing FW and Grey water tanks suitable for this van available in Australia. Thanks
Hey can you tell me the model of this ford transit please? Looks so spacious
ALSO Is it a LWB and HIGH ROOF ?
Think it's a 2014 LWB extra high roof.
Yes that’s correct
Looks great!
Thanks!
These videos are super useful. How tall are you and how do you find your bed being east west? I am planing on a transit build, probably 2010 - 2013 model. I am 183 cm.
So glad they are helpful. I’m 6”3’. The bed orientation is great. I takes a little getting used to as you need to be aware you don’t have intimate leg space like you would in a bed but I fit will. Get even more room when I sleep slightly diagonal. I believe the VM model transits aren’t as wide though as the VO models so I would check the width on the earlier model
What is the resulting length you ended up with?
Pretty much exactly my height, 191cm.
You are an incredibly hard act to follow. I’ve looked at those edging timber’s at Bunnings and even have the same table saw, but I know I could never make them myself and still have any fingers left. Did you do an apprenticeship in cabinet making ? How did you learn all this stuff?
Haha yes don't chop your fingers off. Nope no formal training. Im actually a mining engineer but i've always been handy and making things.
Looks great did you need to get an engineer to sign off on any elements of the build?
Thanks you, Yes we have just gone through the process of getting the engineering compliance certificate for the gas and electrical work as well as a couple of other minor things and transferring the rego to a motorhome. I'll be making a video about how we did it in NSW in the near future.
Hey I was just wondering if I can get your opinion please??!! ... being an Aussie too and wanting to convert a Ford transit..high roof, lwb or jumbo(extended)
What age Van would you say is a good one to buy?
and what kilometres should I not exceed when purchasing?
what are the things to look out for before and during the buying process..?
Any tips or advice you can give me would be much appreciated 🙂🙂
I wouldn't by a transit older than 2013 (VM model). The VO models have fixed a lot of the problems that plagued their older brothers. Anything 2014 and up I would recommend. For second hand I would be looking at Kms no higher than 150km as a personal preference. I'm seeing a lot of vans on the market in the 250-300 mileage are crazy prices at the moment so be aware. Look out for service history and mainly and always get it looked over by a mechanic prior to purchasing. Luckily my dad is a mechanic so that was an easy step for me. good luck!
@@saltyvanventures
Thank you so much!
I appreciate your advice greatly.
Off to see a van today, and it's a 2014 😃 149,000km ... how's that for chance!
I will check all the things you mentioned and then get a mechanic to look over at any van that have ticked all the boxes....
Have an awesome day!
Tracee
I
@@traceechislett8463 That's awesome, I just a peak on car sales and see that one you are looking at. Good luck. Decent price. With the pandemic the price of vans have gone sky high, this seller may not know about the demand on the vans yet!
@@saltyvanventures
Great!! 😃
Also is a RW certificate vital if I have it checked by a mechanic?
Don't think it has a RW cert
The biggest problem with ALL conversions is WEIGHT. Wood is heavy and takes that weight off your capacity for you and the stuff you really need to have on board. The gross weight is fixed but the unladen weight catches it VERY quickly.
Thank you, I was so confused why everyone uses wood! Use something easy like vinyl, dummies.
@@dandy336 manufacturers use a faced plywood made with balsa wood cores it is way lighter than solid wood.
Right about the added weight of the wood. I used pvc cove and screen door mounding.
Very inexpensive, flexible, lightweight, and easily glued!
Hey mate, curious to know if the down lights you used are bright enough? I bought the same ones and plugged one in last night and i felt like it didn't produce much light and was curious to know how bright it gets when you add another 5 to it? Cheers mate!
Yes they are, if anything they may be too bright. When we want dim lighting we just open the cupboards and use the dim LED strip lights i installed on micro switches.
@@saltyvanventures ok, cheers mate! I've bought dimmer switches to go with them, so they might come in handy lol
Love the build guys, but sorry, that roof is a ceiling 😂
Thank you! Tamato Tomato haha!
Great job guys.. but damn he does say roof loads aswell🤣. Thank you for sharing the build X
Wonderful job nice videos I loved
Thank you very much!
I hate how those joins dont line up around the pillar.
Vinyl wrap of a pattern of your choice would’ve looked better
To much work trimming the back door frame. Fill the holes with spray foam and use upholstery fabric and glue it to the metal. Clean and beautiful look and saves on extra weight and labor.
Yes you could do that if that's the look your going for. I don't like the carpet look though.
i said fabric not carpet.big difference and look.
Looks great but that's alot of weight. Did it make much of a difference in handling
Not really to the handling but for sure to ride quality on the suspension and fuel consumption. But thats to be expected with most builds
Hey is your van a medium roof or high roof? I’m in the process of purchasing one
It is a high roof, good luck!
great work
Thanks!
Looks grate until you have to tare it apart to fix a electrical concern
You missed your calling, Plastic Surgeon..Great face lift to an otherwise skanky metal frame..
Maybe in another lifetime 🤣
As you know mate ..im here to help ..😁.. so iffins ya have any troubles with ya lil assistant.. ya know turning up late n red eyes from the night before .. distracting the workers ..what ever the case may be .. and you have to let her go .. well im here to help .. 😍😎😁oh and the vans lookin smicko ..😁...and done forgitts iffins ya havin problems with Blondie.. jurrrst send me her resume..😁pip pips and carryon pilgrims
Here he is! I was wondering where you went! I always smile reading your comments. She's been a pretty good assistant to date mostly doing the jobs I don't particularly like doing (sanding and painting 😁) But if God forbit I have to let her go I know who to call then. pip pips and carryon pilgrims
@@saltyvanventures oh right you are .. iv got your back mate ..😍😎😁pip pips and carryon pilgrims
You realise you can get products made from cedar oil
Ocedar oil would have kept the smell and given the needed protection 😖
That’s good to know cheers!
Cedar smell perfume spray bottle :)
Good one!
Scares me watching you rip those thin pieces like that. You need a feather board!
Haha i still have all 10 fingers 😊