COMPACT & HIGHLY FUNCTIONAL MWB Crafter Self-Build ⚒️🚐 Built for FULL-TIME VANLIFE
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- Опубликовано: 8 апр 2020
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About this van:
Daren knew he wanted to convert a van, but was unsure about doing so himself as he didn't have much building experience, however after buying the guide book he decided how hard can it be?! And took the plunge. His self-build VW Crafter conversion has come out really well and fits his and Scoobie's needs perfectly. It has all the mod cons - 240v fridge, diesel heater etc - and has an impressive solar array that allows him to stay off-grid as long as he wants. He converted the van to travel and rock climb and is now on a mega trip around Europe fulfilling this dream.
Daren also has a RUclips channel; / @scoobiedee
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How much did this cost you in parts
Because I'd probably have to pay my friend to help me to do it awesome mate
I was gonna buy the phev or ev
But don't know how they are for long range still considering it
I am a woman from(now) 68 and, am travelling around every year,(for15 years now) for several months with my car and caravan.. On my own.. Never had any problem.. Had a dog but she died after 15 years.. Travelling alone is sad every now and than however, going at the campsides during the nights, makes travelling like this nicer(for me though)... Enjoying my life like this and using every second... Am thinking of buying a campervan also.. a small one.. Have a joyful life you all... 🙋♀️🙏
I could see this guy working in television, smooth watchable delivery
Yeah I agree. Despite the fact he often didn't know the terms for various items you just felt like it didn't matter and that HE wasn't bothered by not getting it right (and he probably does know all the right terms but just a bit nervous - but it still worked)
I could see him doing very well in different areas... 🤗🤫😉
I agree!
He just did
They would have already cancelled him for the Mont Blanc tunnel joke😉
It was a good a good one, though.
Finally an efficient and down to earth design without instagramable nonsense. Love it!
I love how this design left a large open space in the center
Thanks , you can easily have 4 people socialising in the van with the swivel seat turned round and then their more space on the bed 🙂
@@ScoobieDee Yes! Super good layout! Maximum usage of the layout!
@Scoobie Dee - Also quite like the layout of your van, and the wood flooring - ceiling balance. That open space is very inviting. Doesn’t look cramped. Great size for a fridge ... and those spice jars doubling as controls for it, ingenious! (Or, is the fridge doubling as a mini-spaceship, to bug out with Scoobie if things get too weird on Earth?) 😉 So, that swivel passenger seat is a “double” size? Haven’t seen those before, but looks super comfy. I’ll be looking for one of those when I get to my van build. Of course, over here, across the pond, passenger seat will be on the other side of the cab area. (You know, the “right” side.) Enjoyed your sense of humor and very down-to-earth style of communicating; will check out your channel on RUclips, and maybe Instagram. Shout out to Scoobie! She seems like a delightful and sweet - if slightly frenetic - companion. At 1 year old, she’s really still a puppy. (Considering whether I’d travel with my cats, or a single cat, or if I need to get a dog. Fortunately, have some time to make that decision. Won’t consult the cats. 🙀)
@@SatumainenOlento eery ko
Yes ! I love all the space!!! I could do this !!!!!😀
Daren can make a self-help podcast and I'll be one of his first listener. He exudes calm confidence and wisdom in his voice that whatever he says never gets boring. I'll try to follow you advice! In a few years time.
I not only liked the van but also enjoyed the way he talked about his van:)
Yes, it suddenly struck me, that most of the time I want the people to get off camera and just show the project, but he's just so comfortable to listen to. I never once felt like wanting him to get out of my face.
Judy S l agree. He has a lovely soothing voice.
Yes, I could have kept listening and watching him for a bit longer!
Yes He has a very sexy smooth voice
Cuppa tea shelf and tea collection " because it's all about the tea" ... Be still my heart. Where were you thirty years ago. You are just stinkin' sweet.
Very spacious. Finally a van you can freely move about. Excellent conversion.
I have absolutely NO IDEA why this video has had 400 dislikes???
Seriously what is peoples problem?
The van is good, the owner & presentation is good.
The filming & editing is also good! So honestly why 400 people disliked it is beyond me!!
People are just jealous sometimes I think!
Totally agree with you!
I love this layout the best! Especially with the sofa. I loved the paper lantern too! I would need a loo as you call it because I'm older and have to use it every night. No shame in my game. LOL. I see he had a jar behind the drivers seat for just such an occasion.
Very Nice! Agree dogs are great ice breakers for meeting people. I thought Scoobie was an Irish Setter pup....She's a sweetie! I'd have to put the little shelf for morning tea on the other side of the clothes closet. I'd spill it for sure trying to get it across the bed!
Darne, the perfect van for a single and a dog! My Spoo would love it, and so would I, at 75 years old:) So sweet to see you with Scoobie.
This guy seems like a really decent fella! Great job with the van.
Spacious design yet with sufficient storage spaces everywhere.. Score 10/10
Thank you enjoyed watching. Will look you and scooby up!
This guy is like a 2020 Mr Rogers without the vest. He gives the 'Would you like to be my neighbor~' Vibe &
Yes, Yes I would
LOL
Yes! I think I would feel safe & calm in his presence. Love the layout of his van. The space & seating are great.
This guy was very easy to listen to. So nice and positive but laid back too. Really interesting how he described his reasoning behind his van build and also his reflection of how he feels it worked out. Would be great to catch up with him again in a year to see how it's all going and whether he thinks it's still working (I liked Nate's recap episodes describing what had worked and hadn't)
Sound like a good idea 💡
Great design and daniel... well I would happily watch him for hours, beautifully spoken, good character and lovely spaniel
When his dog came in & his whole tone changed 🥺🥺🥺😂 loveddd this build & always exciting to see a fellow brit livinv van life haha x
It’s nice to see a MWB conversion & some IKEA hacks! Daren has done a great job & eased a lot of my concerns about my future MWB van & UK weather
Thanks K, glad you enjoyed the tour
I’m 23, have barely traveled at all in my lifetime and I want to do this so bad. I am becoming addicted to these videos. I feel like I should do it in a year when I graduate or I won’t have another chance. Like he said, there are only so many years so take the opportunity!
I traveled in station wagons with my parents and on my own the traditional way cars, airplanes and hotels in my 20's & 30's. However after watching these videos, my son is seriously interested in van life after college. My family prefers he doesn't, but he has the rest of his life for rent and mortgage.
If you do it just be safe. Everyone doesn't have to vlog, but if you do make it a week or two after you leave. Blessings, health and safety ❤️
Maybe starting by learning traveling around your place. People always wanna cross the world but forgot the beauties there is next doors
I'm turning 31 in a month and I'm just now thinking of getting a van. Not to live vanlife though but to go on weekends and maybe a couple of weeks vacation with. Did a couple of backpacking trips when I was 25-28 years old after working for a couple of years post graduation. Point being there will be more chances if it's something you really want to do.
Whis you all the best!
Interesting guy, nice to see someone of similar age talking about his van life experience. Great van too!
Yeah I was thinking same. Most van lifers seem to be either pretty young or retirees so it was great to finally see someone I could relate to more easily
Ah here ....you need your own programme !! I sincerely hope i meet Scoobie dee on the road sometime . I'm just getting ready to start my own conversion and take my life on the road... Having raised a fabulous and adventure loving family its now time for me to show them age is just a number .... i cant wait ...but mostly Im so excited at the prospect of converting and customising my own van . Thank you for sharing your space with us !
Helen Manning that’s great news Helen. Both Scoobie and I wish you all the best for your conversion and van trips .
Beautifully presented by what seems like a beautifully configured person. Wonderful!
Finally a normal dude with a conversion van and not 2 'digital nomads' yuppies.
Haha, for real.
Just what I was thinking. With the woman bending over in her thong to show you her pot cupboard. This guy is really down to earth.
@@Michael-4 Imma need a link to verify 👀👀
@@Michael-4 nomadic movements? There are a lot of normal van lifers though
@@Michael-4 WHAHAHAHAHAAA!!! Yes, that.
Love the design. Seems much more spacious than many. Love the dog.
But he had a pee jar under his drivers seat !!!
The advice he gave was absolutely on point. Why wait? If your the time becomes available, take it and see as much of the world as possible.
Darren to Daren one bald middle aged guy to another, thanks for this and thanks Nate. I'm currently gathering info (Got the guide already) and looking for a suitable van here in the states. Hopefully one day soon.
This is one of my favorite van tours; honest host & efficient conversion. Makes me want to hang out with Scoobs! 🐕
The couch + rotating bench + sliding table design is really smart, tremendous use of space and great flexibility. Very slick build!
rotating bench ? how ?
The weight distribution however is a concern. He has all the weight to one side. There's actually nothing on this build that puts weight on the other side to counter it. While it's a nice open and smart design, it's not the safest and I bet on a level road this van will look slightly tilted to one side.
@@ThePrinspascal the front passenger seat
Love this build. I really like this guy’s explanation...knowledgeable, easy to listen to...great job! (Jane in SC) Sweet traveling companion!
After watching so many videos I finally found something what almost fitting my needs. So clever to use front seats to clear additional living space.
Thank you for sharing.
Thks for that, so refreshing to see a mid age person go for van life and do their own conversion... gives me incentive and encouragement!
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Love the van Nate, simple and effective layout but most of all as a fellow middle-aged man, looking to make the most of our precious time, you've inspired me. 👍
I like this build and this guy AND his 🐕!
Well done.
This is the best lil home I could live in if I only had 150,000. Awesome ❤
omg I could listen to him talking for hours. Love his energy, wisdom and cute accent. And Scoobs is so adooorable :)
Berenice Jade hi ... so come over and check out the other Scoobie Dee vids 🙂
Incredibly interesting bloke, I think his own channel will do really well!
What a great van! Thanks for showing it to us. 💕🐾
You are not judged by what you do, but by the smile you have. That is wonderfully said. You seem like a lovely guy with your lovely dog. Kudos to Scooby for setting up ahead the tone before you meet people, lol.
Loved your van, especially the tea pot (you're right it is all about the tea) and the blinds. Couldn't believe the blinds were from Ikea; they looked like proper van blinds. Scooby is a star. Lucky you for having her. Thanks for sharing.
I love everything about this video. The layout of the van, his attitude, and of course the doggy.
Yes! Somewhere to comfortably lounge which isn’t a bed! Love the couch.
This guy seems like a nice chap. Good on him
I’m 49 now. As soon as my son finishes high school.. I’m off. Another 4 yrs unfortunately 🙏🏽💜🖖🏽
Check out the RV blind/screen combos, for windows. Pull it down for screen and up for blinds, or in between for a combo 🙂. Like your van, but I would need a toilet & shower. Your 🐕 is so cute! Doesn't look like a Cocker Spaniel. She looks like a Red Irish Setter, mixed with another small breed. Enjoy your travels 😁. Goodbye Scoobs 👋
I agree I would need at least a bio toilet
I used to have a cute dogo as family member, always helps me start converstions between people, he passed away around age 13. Several years later I got a baby son, when I take him out, he also helps me starting conversations. It reminded me of the old days with my dogo friend. Didn't realize I missed him so much.
Also being a lone middle aged man, its nice to see others in the swing of van life. Some day...😁🤞🏻
I just love the way British do and explain van tour straight to the point and no nonsense blablabla compare to American.
Do what makes you happy!
This guy really does sum it up well, Good looking van also
This is a comfortable, gorgeous van (and man) after my own heart. And what a beautiful, stylish little teapot.🌷
Hmmm...great build! We would need room for my 6’1” DH. I wonder if the sofa could be used as a bed extension?
That table gives me anxiety - apart from that, I love his van.
It gave me scoliosis vibe, jk lmao I love this guy hes so calming
Yea, can't reach all 4 people
I don't laugh often enough-Thanks, man!
Right?! One bump and down goes the table setting LOL I love the build though!
Screw on two folding legs to each corner instead of the single middle one? Anxiety gone!
"Bits 'n Bobs" absolutely love the analogy!
This is one of the better van tour builds and videos.
I like how compact this van is. Lovely tour!
What a wonderful video. I've watched lots of these tour videos and finally someone a bit more my age doing his thing. Cheers from America
I watch these videos all of the time & this lay out is the best! I’d have to have a bathroom, though, so I’d need a longer van. Great job!!!
So Nice to meet you. Happy trails!
Couldn’t stop watching this guy actually
Totally enjoyable , from a guy who hasn't got a clue ! My new lady friend has the exact same van model and is processing the possibility of a conversion , so your fab video couldn't have been more timely. Many thanks and more power !!
Love the design, well done! (but, I'd want to cram in a toilet somewhere though!). :-)
i love the way this rv was designed... i been watching rv's for years, this is the only got my thumbs up, no clattering and very spacious....
I saw this and thought "this is exactly what I want" after watching endless van conversion videos. Then when you said the bed was not suitable for anyone over 5'10" I was gutted as I am 6'2" (almost). So I guess it is a lengthwise bed that has to be assembled every day, or get an impracticable wide van. Anyway, I loved the video, the conversion and great positive spirit, and will at least take away the inspiration!
You have done so well, you have utilised every inch of space in that van, very cosy especially you have a good companion, a dog is always a comforting loyal friend.
I have seen loads of these but just come across you. You come over as a lovely chilled human being so have subscribed for the first time. Love your video.
Brilliant! Im a middle aged woman in my van wiv my little springer spaniel/miniture poodle cross! It is fantastic! my dog Spoodle loves it too! We both love the outdoors & its like living outside with your cosy frontroom with you! This is a lovely conversion, hope you both have lots of fun adventures! - I bought a ready made Toyota highace minibus conversion with pop top, best thing i ever bought (apart from my lil Noodle of course!) The two of them compliment each other beautifully! lol. best wishes. x
A love the conversion. A lot of simple solutions in a very short space. For me, being in Brazil, a shower would be a must. Congratulations!
Came here for van, and stayed for Scooby lol, nice setup! 👌
Thanks handsome man for showing the van display. Did I miss your shower set up, and toilet review? Beautiful dog 👍🏾😁
I am already inspired, but spending way too much time day-dreaming with these videos! I need one of those who knows what they're doing to give a hand and get my conversion done. Thanks for sharing.
Excellent advice from your friend. Nobody needs half inch plywood to hold up a box of wheatabix.
Thoroughly enjoyed this video, great conversion, love the double seat that turns it really does make the whole van feel larger inside. Scoobie is gorgeous, you're both having a wonderful time. Enjoy.
I lived in Asia for almost 5 years, travelled to Cambodia on my own, it was great, made some great friends all over the world! Now live on a small island in Philippines, Boracay Island! Had a campervan but didn't manage to do the vanlife, hope to go back to it in the future! Great video, fantastic attitude!
Visited Mindoro 2004, great diving - loved it! Will go back one day!
I loved the whole video, but the bit at the end where he just speaks freely about his own experience and wisdom was such a bonus! Something very special about people who love animals, especially dogs- he was so right about how dogs do the work for meeting people! I have to say hello to EVERY dog I see, to the annoyance of those who dont understand but I have met so many interesting lovely people through dogs, and met so many lovely interesting dogs!! This guy will probably be working in tv soon, so i am glad I've seen him before fame changes him lol x thanks for such a lovely video.
Thanks for nice tour. I get around central Europe rather simply in my 1987 VW Westfalia camping van. But I love what you did with yours!
You living my dream man
I’ve rewatched this video like 10 times. I think 5 of those were for the floor plan and build quality. The other 5 were for the guy. Awesome video and cool vib!
Great video, really inspiring and insightful. Really like the vibe of your van, great job too. Good luck to you and Scoobie on your adventures! Safe travels.
Will be starting my adventure when i'm 40 next year :)
Hands down one of favorite van layouts. Simple but comfortable without shrinking the inside with structural clutter.
I love the open space! It’s all nice and simple with all the necessities! I could do this one !,, love it 👍🏽
Fantastic tour. What an absolutely lovely guy, and a nice van. Hilarious dog.
started traveling with our little Casita (not full time, but several months at a time) a few years ago at 80! So with good health, never too late to begin.
This build is my most favourite ever!!
San Miguel Beer!!!! ...this man has great taste, ...love this Crafter...brilliant build.
SMB!!!
Thanks for this Scoobie Dee. How wonderfully refreshing and really inspiring this is. Super conversion btw.
Thankyou for helping with my soon to be single van life ☺️
Finally a van video using the metric system. That really added on to the experience 😃 Great van layout.
Thanks Yogarina
Best layout I have ever seen and you have a lovely relaxing voice, beautiful doggie too
You have a great van design and it looks comfortable and easy to live in. Nicely done!
Great van but damn, I'm even more impressed by his conversation skills.... his thought process is so organised :)
My Jack Russell, Barkley has a crush on Scooby! 🐕💕🐕
Wonderfully and eloquent presentation. Really inspirational. Thanks!
Love it. Very clever. Seems to have enough storage, & great to have a real closet.
A very professional video and a nice conversion who has utilising every inch in the van gives me a few ideas of my future build
Love This guy and his puppy.🎶Thanks for sharing his van🎈 I would add a toilet though 😃
Darren, you really did a nice, simple but comfortable van conversion! I really like it! Thanks & Blessings ~Sidney
That is so compact, and tidy, everything has its space,
Another happy camper thanks to the genius of Nate Murphy and his Van Conversion Guide!! Thank you so much, Nate