VAN TOUR | Hidden Shower, Fixed Bed & Full-Sized Kitchen in a MWB VW Crafter | Self-Build

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  • @FreshCoastDon.007
    @FreshCoastDon.007 Рік тому +3

    Clever shower design.

  • @grantw7
    @grantw7 3 роки тому +14

    I've seen many van tours, but I think you have made the best use of space of any of them. Well done!

  • @plotnav1
    @plotnav1 8 місяців тому +1

    Love the video. Will be definitely putting in a shower like yours in my build. Would appreciate a link for where you purchased the shower tray.

  • @dorknuckle
    @dorknuckle 3 роки тому +1

    Oh wow I really like this build great option for the shower

  • @charisma-hornum-fries
    @charisma-hornum-fries 3 роки тому +2

    I’m so glad someone finally put in a splash guard by the bed.

  • @lynnescaddan8919
    @lynnescaddan8919 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for tour, brilliant built van. I love your shower/ toilet

  • @Greenway1234
    @Greenway1234 4 роки тому +8

    I love the fact that there is a shower and a toilet. Nicely built. Love it!

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому

      Thankyou, we really wanted to incorporate both into the van and thankfully Ben managed to pull it off 👍 we're glad you liked it.

  • @Charlie-zv1gt
    @Charlie-zv1gt 3 роки тому +2

    The fact that it's small yet looks comfy and wonderful is amazing! I will this in a camper van when I grow up

  • @gideonporter537
    @gideonporter537 2 роки тому +1

    I agree with those about your great use of space - I especially like how you have a hideaway shower and toilet to keep the space available when they are not in use 🙂

  • @radiant9010
    @radiant9010 3 роки тому +5

    I always love the hidden shower concept!

  • @riccovall2970
    @riccovall2970 3 роки тому +1

    Great Van conversion, great couple..... have a lovely life. cheers

  • @InfinityCampersCalgary
    @InfinityCampersCalgary 29 днів тому

    Wow. That’s beautiful design. Let’s of inspiration.

  • @mbd6054
    @mbd6054 2 роки тому +3

    Great van. It's really very well designed, and spacious looking. Thanks for sharing your ingenuity.

  • @AustenGoldsmithPhotography
    @AustenGoldsmithPhotography 6 місяців тому

    I like the shower set up !
    I'm kiting out a sprinter . Gonna try to keep the weight to a minimum so looking at avoiding all the ply and ready made units

  • @sweetpea3472
    @sweetpea3472 4 роки тому +6

    Pretty thoughtful build! Fullsize kitchen counters for sure. Love that you have all your needs covered pretty well. I also love hearing your manner of speaking, vocabulary and all. Nice channel!

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      I love to cook, so as near to a full-size kitchen as possible was important! Thank you for watching, we're glad you enjoyed the video 😊

  • @FitAndSaxy1
    @FitAndSaxy1 8 місяців тому +1

    Seeing your shower/toilet design has made me realise that I don't need a LWB. Great vid. Thanks :)

  • @aidanh5454
    @aidanh5454 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for video. You have built a great van there. Love the shower and using computer fans. Very clever ideas.

  • @thefutcoach
    @thefutcoach 2 роки тому

    I just aquired the same van. Lots of inspiration from your van. Love it

  • @sparkyhobo3844
    @sparkyhobo3844 3 роки тому

    Firstly, love the video ( easy going, no nonsense, not trying to be something your not!!) came across the channel by accident, and so glad i did! I too have had a vivaro (LWB) as my first camper, enjoyed but need more space / scope. Sold last month after 4 years, and i am on the hunt for a MWB Crafter!!! Love your layout!, will be watching all your videos over the next couple of weeks, thanks so much for taking the time to post.

  • @metaphor4502
    @metaphor4502 4 роки тому

    For me the best van tour iv seen , got a mwb sprinter so spot on love it

  • @innerstream
    @innerstream 4 роки тому +3

    Brilliant build all the way around! Awesome bathroom /shower set up.....love the out takes/ bloopers at the end! Lovely couple! 😊❤️

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you! We've always got lots of bloopers 🤣

  • @spaceforgracehealing
    @spaceforgracehealing 4 роки тому +5

    Amazing build! You’ve thought of everything! Well done, guys.

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you! There was alot we wanted to incorporate into this build and I think we've covered most things 😂

    • @mbd6054
      @mbd6054 3 роки тому

      Exactly. It's a really practical, well designed, solid build. I've seen ridiculously over priced, over built campers, that are not half as well designed as yours.

  • @vanlifeembracingdiversity5431
    @vanlifeembracingdiversity5431 2 роки тому

    Most succinct clearly presented no nonsense video and van build/tour and UK yay. Looking to move the tiny circle sink to the door. Where did you get the countertops please? Do you have video on that build please. Will keep my water tank underneath the big square sink from BQ. The shower set up is very innovative. Like the use of entrance for shoe holder 👍

  • @user-jb7vr2uj4n
    @user-jb7vr2uj4n Рік тому

    from across the pond.....Nice Job indeed

  • @yahyajammeh
    @yahyajammeh 2 роки тому

    thats an awesomely practical build. so many good ideas and so well built

  • @noelcxl2037
    @noelcxl2037 4 роки тому

    Excellent build. Proper oven and sink in the kitchen and very smart idea for the shower. You should be proud of your work and happy travels 👍👍

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you, I love to cook so a proper oven was essential in this build! Thanks for watching 👍

  • @pilkoglazeburywarrior
    @pilkoglazeburywarrior 3 роки тому

    This van is exactly what I want, its ace. Im hoping to go full time and sell my house so I hope I can do it this good!

  • @briancollis9352
    @briancollis9352 2 роки тому

    Hi, great video and conversion. One thing I missed was how you heat the water for the shower.

  • @georgebrockwell8065
    @georgebrockwell8065 3 роки тому +1

    Love this shower and toilet idea. Where did you find the shower tray?

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  3 роки тому

      Ben found it on EBay for cheap, infact it was the first thing he bought for the conversion, even bought it before he got the van!

    • @georgebrockwell8065
      @georgebrockwell8065 3 роки тому

      @@Thecampervanlife Thank you.

  • @not-this-fartoofar3606
    @not-this-fartoofar3606 4 роки тому +1

    Great video guys. Great content. Now going to catch up on the others. Cant wait to get out touring again. Love your dog.

  • @fernandoruifaria5417
    @fernandoruifaria5417 3 роки тому

    This is a small van but he e everything. Well done 👏

  • @jenniferedmunds572
    @jenniferedmunds572 3 роки тому

    Looking good can’t wait to see next episode

  • @jamess368
    @jamess368 4 роки тому +2

    So many genius space saving ideas!! Love! That shower though 👌

  • @vincentestone5764
    @vincentestone5764 4 роки тому

    WELL Thought out Build. You Guys utilized space very well. Loved Your FULL fridge (Beers😛). Keep Us going with videos of Your travels. I wanna go. MANY BLESSINGS !

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому

      Thankyou! Always gotta have cold beers at the ready 😆

  • @tibbsfamilyvan186
    @tibbsfamilyvan186 2 роки тому

    The hidden shower is so good 😍

  • @christywilson694
    @christywilson694 3 роки тому

    So impressed with your shower!

  • @NomadLifeKiwi
    @NomadLifeKiwi 3 роки тому +1

    This is a brilliant design. I keep changing my mind what to do with ours, but this looks like a well thought out design, keeping it open plan.

  • @crazyroynewman
    @crazyroynewman 3 роки тому

    it's a lovely build..amazing amount of space considering it's only a mwb..well done

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 2 роки тому

    pardoned. Very nice conversion, definitely a thumbs up 👍

  • @3dvanlife972
    @3dvanlife972 3 роки тому

    Wow, fantastic down to earth and realistic, plus I think you from Essex which is always a bonus, just found your video channel today I subscribed and hit the Bell button,

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  3 роки тому +1

      Hi, thankyou for subscribing we're glad you enjoyed the video! We are from Essex, are our accents that obvious? 🤣

  • @denislyons8723
    @denislyons8723 3 роки тому

    What a lovely van conversion!

  • @johnengland7109
    @johnengland7109 4 роки тому +1

    Thankyou so for showing me around your lovely new van home loved your cooker and your shower and toilet 🚽 well done some the homes do have a toilet in there van home the 3 things I look for is the bed and a good cooker and the two plus are a toilet 🚽 and a shower well done now enjoy your self

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому

      Thankyou for watching John! A good bed, cooker & a toilet were definitely our 3 must haves, the shower is an added bonus 👌 glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @janeevans1309
    @janeevans1309 4 роки тому +1

    This is a beautiful van, so much worktop space!

  • @1510km
    @1510km 3 роки тому

    this is well thought out! people usually go for a transporter but this is a much better option clearly! well done guys. I love it

  • @jamessparrow6549
    @jamessparrow6549 3 роки тому

    Very well thort out

  • @TessandMike
    @TessandMike 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the insight into your traveling world. Some brilliant ideas there - well done. Lots for me to think about for my dream build.

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  3 роки тому

      No problem and thankyou, we're glad it's given you some inspiration. Good luck with your build!

  • @livingthedreambuildingthedream
    @livingthedreambuildingthedream 8 місяців тому

    Lovely van volley couple ❤

  • @simplyvinyl69
    @simplyvinyl69 3 роки тому +1

    Lovely couple, lovely job, lots of good ideas and a nice finish, my only question is about the exhaust for the diesel heater, is it okay to have the exhaust go into the van and not to the outside via a vent? The exhaust is under where you sleep so it made me wonder. Cheers and happy travels.

  • @TrefyJot
    @TrefyJot 4 роки тому +1

    Great job.
    We want to do mwb Crafter so it's great to see how you've utilised the space. Much is close to what i have in my head. We'd have to rethink the fridge placement as that's where we'd "kennel" the dogs.
    Thanks for sharing 👍🏼

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thankyou, we thought about a 'kennel' but no idea where we'd have put it! Good luck with your build When you do it 👍

  • @Professionalmoochers
    @Professionalmoochers 3 роки тому +1

    Subscribed!
    We’re thinking of swapping our van for a similar one to yours and this layout really works for us.
    Great job 👌🏼

  • @harrypottah8889
    @harrypottah8889 4 роки тому +1

    Wow do you have more about how you did the shower??

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +3

      We may do a more in-depth video on the shower setup 👍

  • @danielmcmahon912
    @danielmcmahon912 2 роки тому

    Hi guys wonderful van just wondering what stain u used for yr roof

  • @galehenning7340
    @galehenning7340 4 роки тому

    I love the sink area and the stove!

  • @kcKaren1
    @kcKaren1 3 роки тому

    Very nice, well planned out. ☺️

  • @tooyoungtobeold8756
    @tooyoungtobeold8756 2 роки тому

    Very nice too. I am considering one of those vans. But there is no way I have the skills you have tomake it like yours.I like the layout though.

  • @juniepat
    @juniepat 4 роки тому

    I really like this setup. Gave me lots of ideas

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому

      Thankyou, we're glad it gave you some inspiration 👍

  • @greatescape7735
    @greatescape7735 2 роки тому

    I love your conversion! I'm looking at exact same model, colour and size to convert. I assume yours is a MWB Sprinter? I'm hoping to have my double/queen size bed the other way around though and to fold or slide to a single. My main intention is a shower/toilet in corner behind driver seat. Your sink cabinet is brilliant!

  • @lloydblackler5419
    @lloydblackler5419 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing. Some good ideas in there. Enjoy your travels. 🤙🏼

  • @adiehull
    @adiehull 3 роки тому

    Some great innovative ideas in this build 👌🏼

  • @jetv1471
    @jetv1471 6 місяців тому

    Full kit kitchen with lots of work space but fridge only has the bare essentials: beer 😂😊

  • @andershuldberg2311
    @andershuldberg2311 4 роки тому

    Wow best self built van i seen.😁

  • @harabloom
    @harabloom 5 місяців тому

    Awesome conversion. Is it an L1HL?

  • @Alb_01
    @Alb_01 3 роки тому +1

    A great layout, I love it!

  • @jojoB1612
    @jojoB1612 3 роки тому

    Love your van, so well thought out. 👍

  • @guygfm4243
    @guygfm4243 3 роки тому

    All very neat

  • @leelinnell4123
    @leelinnell4123 Рік тому

    Amazing!!!!

  • @debslifesimplified6406
    @debslifesimplified6406 4 роки тому

    Amazing kitchen in the van, awesome build, you have more counter space than I do in my kitchen in my mobile home.

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому

      Thankyou, yeah the kitchen was important to us and Ben has done really well to maximise the amount of worktop in the van!

  • @andko00201
    @andko00201 2 роки тому

    Cool van! What is the size of that shower pan? Thanks.

  • @alexgbush
    @alexgbush 3 роки тому

    Wee funnel is an amazing idea!

  • @lobbylud4212
    @lobbylud4212 2 роки тому

    I am so inspired!!! Thank you ! I hope you don't mind I may copy this layout it's perfect. How do you get hot water as I'm picking up the same age sprinter this weekend! Mwb

  • @haraldgrayer2125
    @haraldgrayer2125 3 роки тому

    Hi, very nice built! Congrats

  • @dawnhightman8557
    @dawnhightman8557 3 роки тому

    Great van-enjoy!

  • @KarenHT397
    @KarenHT397 4 місяці тому

    Brilliant

  • @janneal9156
    @janneal9156 4 роки тому

    This is a beautiful build I love all of it and your dog plus you as a couple .you're so well organised neat and tidy.....happy travelling stay safe and happy..... 🎄🐕🚘🦴👍..Jan from down Under

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому

      That's so kind of you to say, thankyou Jan 😊 you stay safe too!

  • @dylan9293
    @dylan9293 4 роки тому

    Great job 👏 subscribed and going to binge watch your videos tomorrow so I’m up to date. Keep up the good work

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Dylan! Hope you enjoy the rest of the videos 😊

  • @Matteo-ks6fn
    @Matteo-ks6fn 4 роки тому

    Very very nice build.

  • @joncox9098
    @joncox9098 4 роки тому

    Really nice job. Some great ideas thanks. Jon 👍🦊

  • @derrickmurphy7729
    @derrickmurphy7729 2 роки тому

    Bloody brilliant van thanks for the look around.,even though the boot excited me the most but that's a man thing isn't it lol

  • @brxxz
    @brxxz 3 роки тому

    Great job! Was wondering if it is high roof?

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  3 роки тому

      Thank you. It's a high roof but not an extra high roof!

  • @huyked
    @huyked 4 роки тому

    8:35 Not sure if you had compared, or read reviews on the different computer fans (as to which is most silent), but if I may ask, what brand are those? A link would be beautiful, along with your review of them.

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      Hiya, no didn't really compare to be honest, Ben bought them based on the size of the space he had to play with. We've found these fans to be really good, they're silent and use very little electric so get a thumbs up 👍 There is a link to these fans in the video description If you'd like to check them out.

    • @huyked
      @huyked 4 роки тому

      @@Thecampervanlife
      Oh! Thank you! I must have overlooked that when I checked for the link previously. Thank you for your reply.

  • @tamlyon4435
    @tamlyon4435 4 роки тому

    Good build 👍 looking forward to your travels .

  • @alanlegg6110
    @alanlegg6110 4 роки тому

    very nice van, looks good

  • @whu58
    @whu58 4 роки тому

    A really clever and well planned out build - do you have a waste water tank somewhere?

  • @alangoffin3599
    @alangoffin3599 3 роки тому

    Really enjoyed your video and very thoughtful layout was length is the van and do you have the dimensions of the shower which is brilliant I am thinking of a mwb for my conversion either ducato. Or transit cheers 👍

  • @ScoobieDee
    @ScoobieDee 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the tour, Do the tires rub on full lock ?

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  3 роки тому

      Yes they do, you have to modify the arch liner.

    • @ScoobieDee
      @ScoobieDee 3 роки тому

      @@Thecampervanlife As in cut it back a bit? can you send a photo please?

  • @domh5497
    @domh5497 3 роки тому

    Love this build hoping mine will be similar, but i have the the low roof version little less storage but can't wait to hit the road definitely gained a new follower ☺️

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Dom, thanks for following along! Good luck with your build, hopefully you'll get to enjoy many adventures with it soon 🤞

  • @1jwh1
    @1jwh1 4 роки тому

    Great looking van,
    I like the way you have it laid out,plenty storage etc
    Did you build it yourselves?
    Top job👍

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Yes we built it ourselves ... Well, Ben built it & I watched 😁

  • @leerogers6368
    @leerogers6368 2 роки тому

    Hi guys you’ve got two solar strips would it be better with more and would it save more money also Wi-Fi what do you use thankyou

  • @ScoobieDee
    @ScoobieDee 3 роки тому

    Hi Again , how did you modify the wheel arch so the tires didn't rub on full lock?

  • @gitaapatel
    @gitaapatel 4 роки тому

    Beautiful van. Thank you for showing it 🙏

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому

      Thankyou, you're welcome. We're glad you liked it 👍

  • @Professionalmoochers
    @Professionalmoochers 4 роки тому

    Your van looks ace, you’ve done a great job

  • @clarkspiemuncher24
    @clarkspiemuncher24 2 роки тому

    what year were th cmax seats from ? i have an 09 crafter id like to do this to plus a link to the passenger swivel if possible please

  • @cjt150
    @cjt150 4 роки тому

    Lovely conversion. In the garage area is that the diesel heater exhaust?

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +2

      Thankyou! No not the exhaust, it's one of two vents. We have one in the garage to prevent mould growth under the bed 👍

    • @cjt150
      @cjt150 4 роки тому

      @@Thecampervanlife ah excellent, makes perfect sense now. I was thinking it can’t be the exhaust ha ha

  • @nancystrickland5507
    @nancystrickland5507 4 роки тому

    Very nice van.

  • @3boldface
    @3boldface 4 роки тому

    Where did you find your information for the gas hookups to have it so far away

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому +1

      Hi, sorry but we're not too sure what you're asking. The gas bottle in the van's garage is connected to the oven via a copper pipe, if that's what you're referring to 🤷‍♀️

  • @conorbirmingham6875
    @conorbirmingham6875 4 роки тому

    Great build , how much did it cost ?

    • @Thecampervanlife
      @Thecampervanlife  4 роки тому

      Good question, we have got to do the sums and we will do a video in the future about this 👍

  • @purposelydriven6566
    @purposelydriven6566 4 роки тому

    I Love it 💖💖 its super fun it’s a wonderful experience thank you for sharing 💖

  • @isla2017
    @isla2017 4 роки тому

    Cracking van guys ✌

  • @alangoffin3599
    @alangoffin3599 3 роки тому

    What height is the mwb crafter please ?

  • @haze8223
    @haze8223 3 роки тому

    Hi guys, Irish guy watching from Germany… love this van just wanted to know is it a h2 l2 van… want to judge the size as we are a family of 4