How to Insulate your Floor on a Budget - Episode 7 of the Van Build Series
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
- Fitting the new timber battens and insulation to the floor of our Fiat Ducato Budget Campervan Build. Finishing it with a foil vapour barrier to prevent condensation from forming under the floor.
We are using locally sourced timber roofing battens, fixed to the floor using Sikalfex 522 adhesive to form a grid that will support the new plywood floor and the campervan furniture above.
PIR rigid insulation boards are cut and inserted between the timber battens to provide the best thermal insulation layer to the floor. Then finally aluminium foil tape is fitted over all the battens and onto the PIR boards to complete the vapour barrier. This is now ready for the new Plywood Floor.
Materials we have used are as follows :-
Sikaflex 522 Adhesive www.ebay.co.uk...
25mm PIR foam rigid insulation boards www.ebay.co.uk...
100mm Aluminium Foil Tape www.ebay.co.uk...
The tools we have used in the video are as follows :-
Countersink Drill Bit Set www.ebay.co.uk...
Dewalt Drill and Driver www.ebay.co.uk...
Workmate Bench www.ebay.co.uk...
Carpenters hand saw www.ebay.co.uk...
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Greg and Lou
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Can't stress enough how beneficial this series is going to be for people who looking for a step by step guide in camper conversions. You should write a book Greg!
I’m busy working on a website to go with this build series and then hopefully I will get time to do another book on my own this time 😊
I like Matt tenant
by far the best tutorial on van builds, gives nonskilled people like me so much hope, thanks a lot!
Ability to continuously learn is an example of someone that strives for excellence.
Everyday is a school day 😃 only trouble is remembering it all now I’m getting a bit older 🤣
A friend of mine is converting a camper van. I pointed him in the direction of your vlog as the definitive guide and he was blown away by your knowledge, skill, common sense and teaching ability. You can put that on your CV... Global Definitive Van Build Guide. Simple as that
Thats brilliant, thank you for sharing the videos, that really does help everyone. Best wishes with your builds
Thanks mate great job i am 72 and have MS which mainly effect my legs but i have embarked on the journey of converting a new LDV V80 LWB High roof to a camper to suit me to travel around to different parts of Australia and Fly my RC model Planes
I'm really just watching these as affirmation that what I've done so far on my van is alright... 😄
That's great to hear, sounds like you did a top job :D
Love the clear detailed explanations. Well done Greg & Lou. Looking forward to the rest of the series.
Really glad you’re enjoying the videos. Thanks for following us 👍🏼😃
The masterclass continues……. 👏
Thank you 🙏🏼
Love the "there won't be any holes as there will be screws in it" A man of common sense you are Greg ❤
it always made me smile when I got the odd comment about holes in my floor :D lol That waxoyl is a brillaint product
I’m in Canada, and I’m looking at doing a conversion in an e350 van.
Your videos are absolutely amazing.
I looked at quite a few over the past well, and by far yours are the most informative and detailed.
That’s really important, because the devil is lost in the details.
I try to show exactly what I’m doing and more importantly why as that often is not covered. I’m glad you are enjoying them. 👍🏼🤩
Thanks Greg
You're most welcome :D
Ahh nice, seen many put a lot of weight on the battens, I see clearly why not to...Counter intuitive to clamping wood joins..Another idea, put pocket holes in the subfloor noggins, once the 522 goes off, put screws in..Then it's rock solid..
Yes you do not want to squeeze all the adhesive out or it wont do its job :D
You’re an absolute legend mate. Can’t thank you enough for these videos…
No problem at all 👍🏼 glad you like them 😃
Liked and thanks Greg, your videos help to cut down on procrastination and head scratching
Greg i was just about to comment saying great job but think screwing the battens down is overkill imo then you did the rewind bit Lols
If i did another van to make the floor install simpler I'd consider gluing down a high density foam then glue 18mm ply on top, full insulation and no cold spots through battens. Just an idea.
The wood has good insulation values of 0.1 W/mk so it does offer some insulation. but more than that its structurally load bearing than just a layer of insulation or foam, Put lots of heavey furniture on top of a single layer of foam it will get squished :D
@@GregVirgoe i hear you for sure Greg.
The solid foam they use under cement screeds interlocks and doesn't crush. I saw someone do it once and thought it made alot of sense mainly for the simplicity.
He is a brilliant teacher he couldn't make it any easier looking forward to the Electrics.
Thank you, Brendan, you're gonna love the electric videos this time. I believe I have put together the most economical off-grid setup in any van I've seen. So excited to get that video out.
@@GregVirgoe Can't wait.
@@GregVirgoethis will be interesting as that’s the one part I’m concerned about. So much choice which causes so much confusion. My van was an old ‘snap-on’ tools one so there is already wiring in it for lights and 240v hook up. Not sure whether to take that all out or use some of it.
I didn't even know my Missus was looking over my shoulder until I heard 'I hope you don't think that you're buying a van'.
Hate it when they read your mind like that.
Loving this build series. Thanks so much for sharing your skills, Greg.
Lou was like that when I started watching van videos. Now look where we are. Enjoying life of travelling 😊
Great work Greg. For someone like me who is utterly useless at DIY, it's very instructive and gives me the confidence to have a go at jobs round the house. I love watching this series. Many thanks, we are lucky to have you. 👍
That's very nice of you, I hope they help to give you a few tips and tricks
18:19 yes I'm really enjoying watching😊
Thank you very much
Nice Job, Greg, and a great video series. I can only confirm: I glued the floor and all the structural wood members of my van build with car body adhesive. Now it's 5 years and 10s of 1,000s of km later, and there is no rattle whatsoever. (Sorry, I don't remember the brand of adhesive, it's the same stuff car manufacturers use.)
If it's permanent and doesn't need removal later, adhesive is better than fasteners in many ways. The trick is the right adhesive for the job and proper surface prep.
Cheers from Germany - Folker
Making sure the surfaces are clean and free of grease and contaminants is crucial to get a good bond I agree with you 👍🏼😃
I checked your previous video about the insulation and vapor. You’re the only campervan conversion channel that goes more in depth on this important subject! Much kudos for your videos. Watching everything over the coming days for my Ford Transit conversion which I will start this winter.
You do realise mate there gonna be a lot of proper built vans on the road if they take you advice I am for sure thanks again mate
I do hope these videos go a long way to help anyone who may be a bit nervous about taking on a project like this and give them the confidence to just have a go 👍🏼😃
@@GregVirgoe look at the comments mate Everyone appreciates your efforts
Best van build tutorial yet!
Thank you very much hope you continue to enjoy it. 😊
Its not just the info i love, it's the delivery Greg, so chill and no biggie, just what i need with the time crunch the missus is giving me, love her to death so not being rude, she's just really on my case with this van haha
Oh dear 😅 good things come to those who wait 😂 you can blame me for that one. Wish you the best of luck. Hope all goes well 👍🏼😃
Wow! I followed you years ago, when you started your van build videos, and took your trips. Your videos were always some of the best (in my opinion) online. Full of your expertise, your experiences, and suggestions you've made were always backed up by research and such. ty
I always do my best to give the right information to the best of my ability, in the hopes that will make others lives a little easier
It's great to see another series coming together, Greg. I learned a huge amount from you on the last build, which I put into action on my own. A huge thanks from me for giving people confidence to start their projects. Cheers! 🙂👍
Thank you for following this series. Is your first build finished now? 😃
@@GregVirgoe Thanks for asking. It is more of an ongoing rebuild of a 1990 van, so will probably never be finished! I essentially stripped everything out and started again with 400W of solar, Victron gear and an internal refit. I couldn't have done it without your videos, Greg. 👍
Same here Greg!
@@clearprop I see, interesting to make improvements to an old van and bring it bang up to date 👍🏼😃
As a budget build nice to see you reaching for the handsaw
I did listen to the viewers that wanted me to ditch the workshop and struggle :D lol
I plan to show a wider range of tools on this build and some options which are budget consicous
The best van build videos on youtube
I’m really pleased you think so. Cheers 🍻😃
I'm picking up my van in a week or two, mechanically sound but a bare shell. I am no longer terrified about the conversion process having watched some of your videos. Cheers
That’s good to hear. There are lots of really useful videos on this channel. 👍🏼😊
Perfect! We skipped on the screws as well, battens glued to the floor - they'll never come off again. Fixing battens to the side of the van with adhesive works just as well.
Soo glad you didn’t use screws there is literally no need with todays adhesive. Much neater all round finish. Excellent choice and glad you hi lighted it.
Yes the adhesive is very strong as long as the surfaces are clean.
@@GregVirgoe indeed. The van I’m starting now needs a bit of welding but floor will get in the booth soon, but in a new van you could even be really picky and even just run a grey scotch down the Chanel’s before hand. Looking forward to next vid 👍🏼
You are right about the amazing strength of Sikaflex. I had to remove some battons from my van floor, after a layout change. It was a hammer and chisel job! Moral, plan everything!
I had to remove a baton from the ceiling in the sprinter build and it was a crowbar job, really is strong stuff.
@@GregVirgoe The wood splinters before the sika lets go!
This will be my bible when I do my van build, many thanks
Hope it gives you many good tips to make your job easier :D
Do you know that was really therapeutic watching you create that lovely shiny floor x loved it x it looks so easy when you do it x would take me and Nige a month! 🤣
It was much easier having done it before. It was just over a day to get that down. 👍🏼😃
great to see a budget build. with simple tools. we use adhesive sealant for joining materials, with a lightweight DIY modern build.
I'm trying to use a wider range of more basic tools and no workshop this time so that its relevant to more viewers.
@@GregVirgoe great to see, that's what I found when using composite panel, you can even score and snap it, if you don't have a saw.
Fantastic Budget build. I recommend Humble Road for the other end of the price scale. His Lithium battery is more than this entire project.
I love George’s channel he’s the Gentleman’s self builder 😎👍🏼
I run adhesive foam between the ribs in my floor before laying Celotex over it. Done away with having to use battens. The foam fills the voids and doesn't compress, leaving no pressure points at all. 👍🏼
Yeah, no need for battens. They compromise the insulation compared to using full sheets.
Also, PIR becomes less insulating the colder it gets. XPS doesn’t.
Result wie those buys ...it’s good to see I’m not the only one that searches about Greg 👍
I’m having to do a lot more digging this time to keep within budget. Managed to get some good deals 👍🏼😃
You just should pour clear resin on this subfloor, would be so nice to see through down to your perfect job!
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Yes its a shame they don't make clear insualtion, so I can see that I have no condensation too :D lol
@@GregVirgoe 😂
I did a camper in lock down after watching your videos thank you for everything you taught me.
This content seems to be your USP on UA-cam 👍
You are right, I enjoy making these the most and they are the most popular so I think this is my calling :D lol
Love your work, Greg. Your videos convinced me that at 74 I can do it. Bought '05 Sprinter and am just starting my conversion. Lost my home of 15 years and am now excited as I build out my rolling home and art studio. I see you as my mentor in this transition. Thank you.
I know of a few older people that have successfully converted a van so you are in good company. Hope the videos help you 👍🏼😃
How are you getting on?
Great vlog looking forward to the next vlog
Be safe 👍
Thank you very much 👍🏼🤩
whew I'm so glad no screwing into the floor! thank you for that info! Greg
Cheers Adam, I’m glad you liked it 😃
The detail is great, it’s the whole nuts and bolts so to speak, thanks.
i'll be thowing in some belts and braces too later on :D lol
@@GregVirgoe 😂
This is the definitive version of camper van conversions. Watch this series and it's all here. Excellent quality 👌 👏 no one need go to any other channel for instruction unless for comedy purposes of course. Congratulations Greg you are the canine cajones of van camper builds.
High praise indeed and thank you very much Mark. Glad you are enjoying the series.
@@GregVirgoe Say as I see Greg, I think I must have watched over 300 van conversion videos and the majority are also ran's. It's either an ad for gear, for a personal journey thing, we don't watch these videos for anything other than facts and techniques without excessive waffle. Your presentations are perfect without giving the bigun or trying to be the next UA-cam sensation.
Thanks very much for your excellent instruction,I will use it on my Sprinter van!
I also have a full build series that we did on our previous sprinter van you can find the playlist here ua-cam.com/play/PLLhAyWhGGbi6JLJBHePgsmR-jSbyC_RgO.html
Converting a van at the moment. These videos are invaluable. Thank you sir!
I worked at SunSeekers and everything was Stikaflex ! ... once on there for good !
It’s bloody good stuff that’s for sure 👌🏼
Another great referencing video Greg - thanks.
You are most welcome Mike
Another great one Greg.
Thank you John 😊
Missed you at Quirky but understandably a busy man. Plenty of questions from viewings on EDD from people looking to build their own conversion and keeping their dream of a campervan cost more affordable compared to buying bespoke of having a donar van built out for them. Had my solar tilted for the whole festival with grey skies which certainly increased interest to my solution. Greg your videos continue to inspire so many to help enable your followers to build their dreams themselves in monetary challenging times. #SelfConvertersRock!
Yes sorry we were not there this year, we have a really full-on schedule with the current build and video schedule. I'm focusing on getting this series out for the benefit of everyone and once done we can enjoy more meetups to see what everyone else has created :D
Loving this series. One day I'm going to follow your shining example.
I wish you the very best with your future adventures. Thanks for watching us 👍🏼😃
You make it look so easy Greg....
It really isn’t difficult to do. Just take your time. Thank you for nice comment 😊
Cracker of a video mate…and you are so correct - we use Sika Flex to glue light weight cable trays to carbon fibre panels and they just stay put 👌🏽
Yes it is strong stuff 👍🏼😃
Another brilliant video backed up with experience. I never fancied screwing through the woodwork and floor, I was interested to see how your own van has held up over the last 5 years, but, if it was going to go wrong it WOULD happen to me 😂... so I was chuffed to hear you say how well the adhesive had held the wood to the floor. That's what this video is all about, vicarious learning. Another brilliant and entertaining video. This is shaping up to be one of, if not, THE best build video series on UA-cam. Thank you for continued efforts 😊
There are a few things that I have learnt from building and living in our Sprinter van and am happy to share those epxeriences to make future builds better even if that means admitting that i could have done something better or that I made a mistake :D.
Trust me, there is absolutely, categorically, unequivocally no need to screw your flooring battens down. 45 years time served tradesman, and I'm telling you, once the ply is screwed down, you have one single solid structure that is going nowhere. I would say you really don't need the adhesive. Something to stop it squeaking, maybe.
To be honest I'm not building a van as my DIY skills are something to be admired 😁but I thoroughly enjoy watching the building process, your thought process & the way you explain in detail how to go about it. So who knows one day 🤞
I have seen many people that confess to no diy skills turn out some incredible looking builds so anything is possible
@@GregVirgoe Vandamonium! David built a nice van and his skill set is very average.
Great to see you doing another van build. Your videos on your first build gave me a lot of ideas.
Definitely a thumbs up 👍
Have you finished you own van build or still a work in progress?
@GregVirgoe 99.5% finished. I have some painting and varnish to finish.
I have been camping with it often, about a week at a time.
@@Scrambler85 awesome 😎👍🏼
@@Scrambler85 awesome 😎👍🏼
If you really enjoy reading the comments, so here is one! 😄 Build is gettin done quite quickly! And I now know that I don't need a double decker for proper insolation 😀 keep it up, awesome work, as well for filming it all!
Yes I have more time to just crack on now I’m not working so plan to put out at least two videos a week to keep the pace up 👍🏼😃
leaving comments bumps videos up in UA-cam's algorithms so always leave comments on videos or channels you think should get a bigger audience.
Love this series Greg, can't wait to get my van build started. You give me alot of confidence to try this myself and I can't wait for the next one
That brilliant Mike, do you know what van you are hoping to get?
Thanks.
I definitely want to convert a van , to a camper.
I was always afraid to take on the challenge.
But your videos are extremely helpful.
And will in the not too distant future.
Thanks again.
Brillaint, it is a lot of work but if you break it down into these tasks as per this video series it becomes more managable and you get the satisfacttion of little goals along the way when you tick of each task done
Yes, mechanically it makes sense to screw the batons down...you don't want any furniture potentially flying over in a crash or strong braking...it still would be very, very difficult, but I would do it in my van too...one wouldn't just trust the sikaflex to secure a driving-seat to the floor, right? in a cheap build, it does add more complexity and expenses though , and especially something more to worry about (rust underneath), so as long as it's not heavy-loaded (or any furniture is also screwed on the side metal pillars, where possible) it would most probably be fine.
The crash safety was a big part of my decision making process originally especially with the bulkhead removed. you are right about seats etc, great comment, thank you
From Canada: Greg, I love your videos, since their beginning and I am glad that you finally discovered, by accident, that screwing the battens through the metal floor was useless.
I have to disagree with your choice of words there., using screws is not uselss, because screws do add extra strength to the floor, it's just not essential if you use the right adhesive.
Nice work buddy truly inspiring 👍🤓👍
Thanks a lot Mel, nice to see your name pop up in the comments 😊hope you are keeping well 👍🏼
Your videos are by far the best on UA-cam mate, I’m looking to purchase and do my own van build, and I watch your videos for knowledge. Thanks for uploading
Thank you very much. Hoping to add lots more useful info to this series. 😃
Always useful info Greg. Thanks.
Glad you liked it :D
Thanks for all the time and effort you put into filming all of the conversion steps. Currently doing a 2019 Citroen Relay L4H3 while having an 8 week baby at home so your videos really help me prepare for the task ahead and be way more efficient. I'm starting my floor tomorrow...
I’m glad these are helping you. Good luck with your build 😃
easily the best van build series on yt, i watched the old vids over the years and now i'm building van myself finally and this is the best!! thanks Greg you rule mate! Also, such easy listening and a top bloke 🤗
Hi there from the netherlands, Thanks for your detailed explanation that truly will help our own build in the future
I'm pleased it's giving you lots of tips, good luck with your own build.
I love FB market place, Gregg. Ive managed to get two brand new firefly solar 15o watt flexible solar panels for my van for under a hundred quid plus roof bars etc for viv-i-van. I'm always looking on there. You get a few con artists on there but some great bargains also. I love your videos and often go back to previous ones for tips etc. There's a reason you are highly regarded in our camper van comminity and its well earned. Much respect and thanks for another great informative video. Bessy regs- Kenny.
My best advice to avoid scams when buying from other members of the public is not to part with cash until you see the product yourself and if it looks to good to be true it often is.
@@GregVirgoe agreed Greg. I actually drove 140 miles round trip to get the second panel and have only ever bought stuff of facebook market in person. At the moment there are 50-60 cons on there adverising powerbanks from various makes, all for 82 quid and all fake profiles. I've literally reported 30-40 of them in the past few weeks and keep getting replies from FB saying these adverts are ok and wont ban the fake profiles-all of which are fulll of scam ads. None of which according to FB market contravine their "standards" its a joke. Likewise many of their "sppnsored" ads , one of which the other day ,was a 1500 quid bike for 90 quid. sadly not everyone knows a scam and fb market is becoming the "wish" of social media scams. Bessy regs- Kenny
When researching my Ducato build, i went looking round "pro" built campervans, i was surprised to see the floor was not insulated, just plywood straight onto the floor... I did similar to what you have done though, I'm short so didn't mind the loss of height! 👍
Most pro campervans are built for summer holidays they not designed for cold climates. No thought is given to heat loss or condensation control. They are only used two weeks in the summer. 😮
@@GregVirgoe that's true! 😅
Any premium polymer will do the job, trying to pull those timbers off won’t be easy. Good job as always Greg, well done on the savings especially the PIR.
2x PIR x £18
1 timber £20
2x sika £16
1 roll tape £3
Yeah not bad I think 👍🏼😃
Thank you for such a thorough build series❤
You are most welcome 🙏🏼😊
Very much appreciated as always Greg 🎉
Glad you liked it 👍🏼🤩
Stirling work Greg! As usual your videos will serve as a step by step guide to hapless van builders like myself for years to come 💥🤛
I didn't screw down the buttons either. And I was following the steps on your Sprinter van conversion, I simply forgot as you did here. There'll be many structures pressing down on it and attached to the walls so I think it's secure. No issues so far. The Sickaflex is the only thing holding my flexible solar panels in place for four years so yes, that glue is something else.
It may have appeared like that on the video but it was a consicious decision this time to see how well the adhesive cured and then decide whether to use screws or not. You cannot rely on just the weight of the objects alone, they must to be secured to both the floor and walls. That weight when driving has huge stored potential energy and in a crash will continue to travel forward towards the cab if not secured.
Hi Greg, not sure if you plan on doing this but a spreadsheet with a breakdown of material, components and appliances you use in the build along with costs and how you sourced them would be a valuable resource. Cheers for this series, invaluable 👍.
There will be a detailed breakdown video. Lou has already compiled a spreadsheet of everything we have purchased down to the last screw.
I’m posting as many links as we go along the way and like todays video will give snippets of costs where they apply in each video. 👍🏼😃
@@GregVirgoe Cheers.
Hi Greg once again great info, will there be break down of costing
Van looks really well now
Love it you admit when you could be wrong not that you were but you know what i mean 👌🏼
It wasn’t wrong but the sealant is strong enough on its own 👍🏼😃
Almost a work of art. So neat and tidy. Thank you again for a great video Greg.
Thank you very much 👍🏼😃
Again a great video. Easy to learn all the basics of building a buscamper. Thanks again👊
Top tier as usual Greg - thanks for all the help over the years :)
You are most welcome 🙏🏼😃
Thank you very much for this step-by-step instructions. They are priceless, as a I about to convert my Ducato into camper. Cheers!
Awesome 👌 Super 🆒️ 👌 👏 👍
Thanks for sharing this info and advice and tips with us. Great stuff 👏 👍 👌 🙌.
Really glad you liked it 👍🏼😃
I almost finished a sliver mwb boxer van but sold it due to a change of job. I really enjoyed the build and it kept me sane and gave me a project. Thanks for all your detailed information. Im thinking about doing another van build in the next 2 years and really appreciate all your hard work and detailed step by step information. I massively over complicated the first van and will keep mk 2 far more simple. I now know where to spend and where to save. I think £25k would be doable to build out a good van that meets my requirements.
Cheers
Chris
25k will get you an incredible van no doubt about it. The fit out on this new van is under £4K 😃👍🏼
Great video Greg & Lou, nice little Marketplace haul 😀👍🏼
Many thanks. Impressed as ever and learning loads. I can't build the same thickness into my rebuild but will do the most I can.
What tyoe of van do you have? and what height you got?
bargains and a nice tidy floor looking good Greg
Thank you 🙏🏼
Great video again. My own camper is a re-build, but this makes me thinking and dreaming about a new project and following the step-by-step videos you make. Real nice, high quality stuff. Also your explanation and details are exceptional. Keep going - always looking forward to the next episode.
Really glad you are enjoying this series. Thanks for great feedback 👍🏼😃
Great work with the details and explanations!! Love your work!! 🇦🇺🇬🇧👍👍
Thank you very much
Thank you for the videos, I am learning so much and intent to apply it to my build out.
Thank you 🙏🏼
Hi and thank u very much for helping us
You are most welcome 🙏🏼 thank you for the nice comment 😊
Thorough overview and prob. the best method to lay the van floor..
Personally I just went with PIR sheets and laid them over 2mm plastic underlay. The side beams of the transit van made the PIR sheets very rigid with zero movement.
Then I stuck another layer of 2mm plastic underlay. Above which I layed MDF laminate.
So 2mm polyethylene foam underlay then 50mm PIR then 2mm polyethylene foam underlay followed by 8mm MDF laminate.
I will then varnish the laminate
With 50mm PIR that will be very well insulated.
Screw rewind inset, brilliantly placed. Superb video - a quality of your own. Well done both of you. Thank you.
Loving this van build series! Really inspired to do my own. Just got to find an affordable Ducato now 🙂
Following this series with great interest as I am hoping to get a van to build out myself later this year and this is one of two vans on my shortlist. Great work as always
Thank you Richard. Good luck with getting the right van 🚐 what are you plans for the build?
@@GregVirgoe I'm a bit stuck on which van to go for. If a Ducato then the norm seems to be the layout you have chosen with a permanent transverse bed. If I go for a transit custom then the "u" seating/bed layout although that's more like a day van.
Very good. I tend to be a belt and braces person, so would have screwed the baton to the floor as well. I am sure that the adhesives used now are probably more than adequate. Enjoying the series. Cheers Jim
I'm with you and thats what I did in the first van, I had to remova a batten in the old van and the adhesive was incredible. Its only going to add strength using screws too.
Well Done Greg - Simple as.... and though you didn't put the screws in battens, no harm done :-) ... everyone can have a go at converting an everyday van into a go anywhere Campervan. Thanks for putting these out there, It's funny when converting a second or third time... it always seem to take longer. That's what I found with mine anyhow! 🙂 looking forward to the next Episode...
I have found this one is going a lot quicker as I know what to do this time. 👍🏼😃
That’s because it’s a smaller van and you keep forgetting the screws 🤣🤣 👍
Good video again. Great to see you sharing advice on how to locate materials and parts.
If you did pull the Sikaflex up the chances are you would have pulled paint off the floor in places. The right kind of sealant adhesive is very strong on its own. Screws would add strength to vertical or ceiling fixings if a load is to be carried but, where no "pulling" loads are going to occur, it will work fine on floors.
The offside sill cavity is visible in a lot of the shots in this video - around 10.00 mins in is a very good shot of it. This runs from wheelarch to wheelarch effectively below the floor level. Usually there are black plastic triangle like bungs in the visible cutouts. This sill is an excellent place to run cables front to rear ( or a feed from the right hand pillar fuse box ) or pipes out to under the floor if you want to avoid drilling down through the floor itself. The inner face of the sill is a vertical flange and could easily have holes cut into it to provide access. Just another area in the van shell that can be used to good effect. There is a sill space under the sliding door area but it is very difficult to access and very small.
Your videos are absolutely brilliant thanks Greg. Having watched a few of them I’m now feeling that we might actually be capable of converting our own Fiat Ducato. I imagine we’ll be watching each one a number of times! Keep going, these are invaluable 😊.
Loving it Greg, great work and many excellent tips....
I’m really pleased you like it 👍🏼😃