Custom made minimalistic VW T3 camper van tour

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  • @broness1485
    @broness1485 5 років тому +23

    Finally!!! Been waiting so long for this van tour. Norris is looking good. Really great work you guys, excited for your upcoming adventures!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +4

      Thanks, great to hear😊 Norris did well as we powered through 8 countries. Got so much great footage so I hope to get these episode released sooner rather than later!

  • @hennessy4666
    @hennessy4666 4 роки тому +5

    my grandpa used to say........dont do like me and regret things that i didnt do ..... live your life exactly as u like doing precisely what u want when u want........next year i will start a full summer roadtrip.....best regards!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Grandpa sounds like a wise man! Best of luck😊 Thanks for watching🙌🏼

  • @jimmys6502
    @jimmys6502 5 років тому +6

    Recently got a VW T25 campervan and I actually love it like a member of the family. Registered 1988 and you can feel the memories oozing from it!!! Love the work you have done guys ✌✌✌✌🏖

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      Nice! It’s a true icon and we got so many good reactions from people we met on the road. It seems to bring happiness to the people around us! Thank you so much😊😊

  • @pantologist2216
    @pantologist2216 3 роки тому +3

    First thing i noticed was how beautifull the while upholstery of your van was!!!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  3 роки тому

      Thanks! We've done it ourselves, except the front seats, which we left to the pros :)

  • @carlaifera5254
    @carlaifera5254 5 років тому +2

    ......beautiful build.......very nicely done..........would have kept 'downstairs' bed option for times of storms or just to stay up and talk and drink coffee/cocoa .........beautiful views of the mountains..........✨

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      Thank you! Yes, we’re happy we have both options available for the bed.

  • @anjaliparanjape9582
    @anjaliparanjape9582 3 роки тому +1

    The transformation of VW Norris is cleverly done.. I like it 👍

  • @RicardoRoams
    @RicardoRoams 5 років тому +2

    Fantastic build! Enjoy!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Thank you! It’s so much fun already:)

  • @per-erlingroness5447
    @per-erlingroness5447 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for showing this thrilling road movie. Can't get enough of these campervan builds, only missing my latte;) excited to see where the journey goes next!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Thank you! New video will be up shortly, first from the Europe road trip😎

  • @chinseng85
    @chinseng85 5 років тому +2

    Congratulations. Finally you've finished building the camper van. Looking forward to more travel videos with you camper van.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      Thank you! A lot of work went into it. So fun taking it for a long drive. More videos soon :)

  • @danwhiteman2529
    @danwhiteman2529 5 років тому +2

    Awesome build guys! Big thumbs up! Happy Trails!

  • @TripciakCrew
    @TripciakCrew 5 років тому +2

    Really good solutions and ideas! :) We crossed Europe 2 years ago by our T3 and after few months in a van we want to rebulid our interior to make it more handy and comfortable. You give me a lot of inspirations and solutions! Thanks for this movie :)

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Hey, thanks! Yeah, these vans are quite easy to work with. And it’s a lot of fun customizing it to your own needs. Thanks for watching - good luck with your project!

  • @classiccarguy4689
    @classiccarguy4689 5 років тому +2

    Great conversion. Enjoy your journey!If you want a dependable Vanagon trash the vw engine and put in a subaru engine!Best upgrade ever if you have the funds!!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      That would be great, haven’t heard what the price would be, but I guess it’s really expensive here in Norway!

  • @komsike
    @komsike 4 роки тому +2

    beautiful van , good job indeed , happy travel..............

  • @ruyutransport2298
    @ruyutransport2298 5 років тому +6

    A friend is having a build now, swapping the old 1,6 TD with a newer 1,9 TD, he is planning on the Reimo roof also, I really like your build

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      Oh wow, sounds like a real challenge! I’m sure it will turn out really good, wouldn’t mind a bigger engine in this van😂 Thank you!

  • @dc3763
    @dc3763 4 роки тому +2

    Love the van, but i didn't expect to like her sweater so much :D

  • @logieb12
    @logieb12 4 роки тому +3

    I am in love with your van build this is my goal van build

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Wow, that’s so nice of you! Thanks😀

  • @chrisnhely1
    @chrisnhely1 4 роки тому +5

    im doing a van into a camper, this has been really inspiring and helpful

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      Wow, what a great compliment! Thank you and good luck on your project😀

  • @dos-punks
    @dos-punks 5 років тому +7

    Wow this was great videography! :) Love the van build guys.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Thank you so much :) We are pleased with the outcome!

  • @liveaidradio6905
    @liveaidradio6905 4 роки тому +3

    Congratulations guys, we also have a beautiful T3 and your videos are a source of inspiration. Greetings from Rome, Giorgio and Tania

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Wonderful, great vans. Enjoy!

  • @JosephPuplava
    @JosephPuplava 4 роки тому +2

    I love everything you have in there. The design is so clever and well-thought-out. Well done.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Wow, thank you! It took a lot of effort but I think it’s worth it in the end.

  • @TheKinlock
    @TheKinlock 5 років тому +4

    Well done, looks beautiful, many happy travels

  • @adriantudhope
    @adriantudhope 5 років тому +2

    Nice work on that Riviera

  • @berndmauritz3808
    @berndmauritz3808 2 роки тому

    Hey....You both did a great job.

  • @Andrethebum
    @Andrethebum 2 місяці тому

    You guys did a nice job

  • @iangrimshaw1
    @iangrimshaw1 4 роки тому +1

    You made a very good job of it. I'm not a fan of people making everything out of thick planks of wood so your Scandinavian minimalist style is spot on. We've had our T3 (T25 in Britain) for nearly fifteen years now so could I make a couple of suggestions? I'm guessing the starter battery is under one of the front seats? Well we put our leisure battery under the other seat. Then you might have space for a spare gas cylinder for when one cylinder runs out and you are really in the middle of nowhere! We use a chemical toilet and put it in a pop up toilet tent outside. Again, good job and some great places you've been to so far.

  • @alanbstard4
    @alanbstard4 2 роки тому

    this is really well done Good work

  • @jamesavickers5961
    @jamesavickers5961 5 років тому +2

    It’s great..good description..nice to see a European van build well done grazie ciao

  • @Italjohn
    @Italjohn 5 років тому +2

    Excellent buildt 😃

  • @GermanKorb
    @GermanKorb 5 років тому +5

    The van turned out great! I was waiting to see the final result. Boy, that was lots of work done to this van inside out. Very clever minilastic ideas. You even have a closet! Can't wait to see your first adventure. When will you go on a road trip?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Thanks mate :) It sure was a lot of effort put into the build. Pretty good result though, especially as first time builders haha. We’ve actually been one month going through Europe. I lost all the footage, but luckily it’s recovered now and I can start editing the episodes!

    • @GermanKorb
      @GermanKorb 5 років тому

      @@SimonBraeck yeah I watched your previous video and found my answer there. Good thing you got the footage back. Cant wait to see your trips :)

  • @Energiehalrotterdam
    @Energiehalrotterdam 3 роки тому +1

    I like de vw bus👌🤩

  • @florianzbinden
    @florianzbinden 5 років тому +2

    This is one of the coolest vans i've ever seen.
    GReetings from Switzerland :)

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Wow, thanks a lot! Worth all the hard work in the end😊

  • @agnethelinnerud8189
    @agnethelinnerud8189 4 роки тому +17

    You forgot to show how the sleeping Area looks when you set it up. Love your content!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +2

      You’re right, my bad! It might be featured in some of the other van videos, can’t remember... Thank you!😊😊

  • @nitanice
    @nitanice Рік тому

    sweet build. and oh, my gosh, the jaw-dropping views!

  • @barbjoz63
    @barbjoz63 5 років тому +2

    Beautiful!!

  • @laurencerenard8841
    @laurencerenard8841 5 років тому +2

    The conversion is awesome! Your videos are super inspiring! Your van looks amazing!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Thank you so much! Lovely feedback, I appreciate it😊

  • @alex_cjjf7287
    @alex_cjjf7287 5 років тому +2

    Your German in the end is perfect 👌🏻 such a nice conversion. Looks awesome. Looking forward to hear from you guys. Can't wait for the next videos. Take care and travel safe

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Haha, well, I don’t know about that! I would really like to learn the language though, it’s not too far from Norwegian actually. Thanks! New videos dropping soon☺️

  • @tonvanderreijken4380
    @tonvanderreijken4380 2 роки тому

    wonderful video and built with great enthousiasme !!! take care and good luck on the road. Ton (Netherlands and Belgium)

  • @skanderbenahmed4834
    @skanderbenahmed4834 4 роки тому +1

    Nice job with the interior, especially the leather straps on the curtain and the old map.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks! It’s all in the small details :)

  • @stephenrogers9664
    @stephenrogers9664 5 років тому +2

    Beautiful guys.
    I love it well done

  • @chooterwanted
    @chooterwanted 5 років тому +4

    Big up 💪 it was one of my dreams to have the same
    One day i will realise my dream ♥

  • @juniper617
    @juniper617 2 роки тому

    Looks great. My brother used to have a Bus back in the early 80’s (it was old then lol). It never looked as nice as yours; you’ve done a really good job with it. My brother loved his, but you do have to be prepared to rebuild your engine on the side of the road at unexpected times. At least it’s a simple engine. 🙂

  • @carlosbastidas8551
    @carlosbastidas8551 5 років тому +2

    Great build guys Happy adventures. Hopefully will soon find a van to do something similar.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Thank you Carlos :) Go for it, it sure is fun!

  • @brianmccullough8673
    @brianmccullough8673 3 роки тому

    Congrats on such a beautiful take on a wonderful type 25 VW camper - colour scheme inside and out add to the big bright interior .detail looks amazing, wishing you many adventures ☮️

  • @Meastro_Max2005
    @Meastro_Max2005 2 роки тому

    Finaly i hafe time tho relax thanks for making this video,s😜

  • @janbrml368
    @janbrml368 5 років тому +3

    Amazing work! Thanks for the inspiration!!

  • @suasorulmaz7063
    @suasorulmaz7063 Рік тому

    You are great, enjoy your car.

  • @pennyarts886
    @pennyarts886 3 роки тому

    Its cool and modern. I love your DIY campervan interior design. 😍😍Thumbs up👍

  • @007dervish
    @007dervish 3 роки тому

    Came across your videos the other day and became very intrigued. Have watched several now and have thoroughly enjoyed watching your adventures. Wonderful stuff. Keep up the good work and wishing you all the very best i n your travels. Regards and thanks....Douglas.

  • @jakubpa8368
    @jakubpa8368 5 років тому +2

    Great car!

  • @matsles6935
    @matsles6935 4 роки тому +1

    beautiful

  • @romanvass1950
    @romanvass1950 4 роки тому +1

    It’s really wonderful. Wish u all the best! From Russia with love

  • @ennius73
    @ennius73 5 років тому +2

    bello

  • @lanrenault2876
    @lanrenault2876 4 роки тому

    Great job. Looks great , enjoy ,

  • @anjaliparanjape9582
    @anjaliparanjape9582 4 роки тому +1

    Simon liked your VWagon's Interiors.. ! Please cover the Wiring in the back of your Van because the Hanging might create a Problem.. ! All the Best for Your Coming Tour's.. !👍

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      It’s all taken care of. Thanks!

  • @WoznyVanlife
    @WoznyVanlife 5 років тому +2

    Great conversion! Greetings from Poland! 😁

  • @mrnoodlelai
    @mrnoodlelai 4 роки тому +1

    T1 & T2 is my dream van. But dont think I could ever afford. I am hoping to find a T3 before the price go sky rocket.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      The good thing about the T3 is that it is easily modified and parts are still easy to obtain because of all the niche online stores. Go for it! :)

  • @craigdevlin2078
    @craigdevlin2078 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      Thanks! We are happy with the van, still :)

  • @JackAcid
    @JackAcid 4 роки тому

    I think it's fabulous! I have a lovely T25 getting a new paint job, as I type. She's been in the garage for 4 months due to this virus madness. She should be back with me any day...!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      Oh wow! I want to get ours painted properly too. Just need to save up some money, so freaking expensive in Norway😄

  • @liambyrne591
    @liambyrne591 5 років тому +1

    The bed should be the business end of the bed ha ha

  • @raychambers3646
    @raychambers3646 5 років тому +1

    I would not have installed cooker/sink combo have one in my van takes up to much worktop ,if I could have got one from my old t2 far superior and with grill! Nice build though.

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Yeah, I guess it’s up to what needs you have. We are foodies so we prioritized a good cooker/sink. Thank you!

  • @bourdon845
    @bourdon845 2 роки тому

    Joli !!!

  • @sayy3000
    @sayy3000 5 років тому +1

    Beautiful Van and very nice Video :)

  • @edinburghtumuran916
    @edinburghtumuran916 3 роки тому

    Nice. We have our VW Camper too.

  • @VwRosstorations
    @VwRosstorations 4 роки тому +1

    Nice bus, good job...

  • @mondiALminmal
    @mondiALminmal 4 роки тому

    great build! that was worth those 2 years...one of the coolest vans I've seen yet

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much! Really glad you like it😍

  • @katsup4ik
    @katsup4ik 5 років тому +1

    Гарний вен.

  • @discoveringlockenest8420
    @discoveringlockenest8420 5 років тому +2

    First time seeing you folks! Very nice van and very simple but functional design. Is it hard to get into the upper loft bed? I love and always have loved that vw camper van! Look forward to following your adventures!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Cheers!😊 It’s definitely something to get used to, but the table top can deal with us stepping on it as we go up. And as you might have seen, we can flip the last part after we are «upstairs». But the good thing is that we can leave our stuff in the back and have a tidy sofa to enjoy breakfast in the next morning!

  • @КостяНикитин-е2т
    @КостяНикитин-е2т 3 роки тому +2

    Ссупер,класс!

  • @PeterFlamisch
    @PeterFlamisch 5 років тому +2

    Hi guys! Congrats for your video and your super cool van. Could you drop some info about your headlights? It looks LED. Any info about that?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Hi Peter :) Thank you! It’s LED lights. Got them from Gowesty.com. I have more information on them in the previous build episode where you also can see before/after result

  • @3anadil
    @3anadil 3 роки тому

    Cool! I have the same with the saome color.( t3 model 1990)
    If you visit Morocco you are welecome in my summer house🌹

  • @columstack2839
    @columstack2839 5 років тому +4

    You made a beautifull T3 , really a great makeover guys! This project of buying a T3 van and go on tour is something I am dreaming of every day, just don't have the money yet. I am wondering what your total cost to the van has been?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      Hey, thank you! Sounds just like us a few months back😂 I don’t have a precise figure since we didn’t have much tools when we started and needed to buy a lot. But the van cost about $5500 and the build atleast $6000... And we even painted it ourself wich saved us many $...

  • @goofballgarage
    @goofballgarage 5 років тому +1

    Planning on doing a simular tour in my T2 next year ... So i am looking forward to your videos and if any tip/trick on route planning i would like to hear them ;-) Regards Peter from DK

  • @RayMondorai-Italia
    @RayMondorai-Italia Рік тому

    Hi guys, nice episode. I'm interested in change the roof tent mechanism to get your solution with more windows. Where I can buy this solution?

  • @TheOneG36
    @TheOneG36 5 років тому +1

    funny the words you did not have sounded german to me (Licht and Lederband) :P

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      Yeah, it’s quite similar😊

  • @ГерманКузнецов-ю3ч
    @ГерманКузнецов-ю3ч 5 років тому +6

    Hello! Everything is done independently. Cool) Congratulations on the completion of construction and the beginning of travel. Norris - what's your van name?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Hi! Thank you. It sure is nice taking the van on the road and seeing it perform the way we wanted it to. It’s called Truck Norris, haha ;)

  • @yusufally8796
    @yusufally8796 4 роки тому +2

    Awesome build. Can you share a rough estimate average daily, weekly and monthly costs for such travel for 2. Then your registration is ND, just wondering what this stands for as the same is used in South Africa for Natal Durban. Appreciate your response and here is wishing you both many more happy, safe and spectacular adventures

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      Thank you! Our way of travel is really cheap, we spend money on diesel and food, the rest of the stuff we do is usually free. So it depends on how much you drive and how nice food you want. The registration belongs to a region in Norway, so it won't be linked in any way. Take care! :)

  • @lukescott5064
    @lukescott5064 4 роки тому +1

    Hi guys, did you put new windows in or are they original? Look really good and bigger than the ones in our T3!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      Hi! We have installed new windows. The old plastic ones were scratched and worn, so we decided to go for these instead😊

  • @Tim2511berlin
    @Tim2511berlin 5 років тому +2

    Hi guys, thanks for your video, the t3 looks amazing. Iam looking for a fridge for my vw camper but iam struggeling to find one with correct measurements. Yours looks pretty good, what kind of fridge is this?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Hi! Thank you! We found one at a Norwegian store selling all sort of things. Basically just a mini fridge that can switch between 12V and 230V. I’ve heard good things about Webasto and Dometic fridges, but the ones we found were waaay too expensive for our budget

  • @unacamper9123
    @unacamper9123 5 років тому +1

    As I am a blue,,,,,she has them too. We're "special".

  • @losteaz6725
    @losteaz6725 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing! What fridge do you have in your van? Love your videos!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks! We have a cheap generic 12V / 230V fridge, we’ll definitely look into a more energy efficient model once we have the budget for it

  • @jirigeorgehodan2370
    @jirigeorgehodan2370 4 роки тому +1

    Hello, can I ask for more information about engine I don't know that you make a video but I'm missing I can't find him nothing about how old would you make new etc how far away you can go for full tank thank you so much for any respond and also congratulation for absolutely fantastic job van look a amazing

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Hi! The engine is an original 1.6TD. It’s around 0.8-0.9 pr 10km. Thanks😊

    • @jirigeorgehodan2370
      @jirigeorgehodan2370 4 роки тому

      @@SimonBraeck thank you so much Simon

  • @TheRednaxela05
    @TheRednaxela05 5 років тому +7

    Hey there! I love what you have done with the van! what kind of paint did you use from the dash and front of the interior?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому

      Hey, thanks! We found some interior paint at our local paint shop.

  • @joecloonan3218
    @joecloonan3218 4 роки тому

    you guys should glue a rope from the fridge to the back of the door so it allways pulls back

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      yeah we tried to figure out a smooth solution for that, but have yet to find one that we like. this might be an idea to explore, thanks

  • @69indigoblue
    @69indigoblue 3 роки тому

    Nice build, and likeable presentation.....but where is the minimalistic approach? Looks like most VW layouts out there...

  • @Mochileirosvc
    @Mochileirosvc 5 років тому +1

    Loved your van guys! We just finished our 6 months adventure through Europe in our Pingu (also a VW T3)! It was awesome! So bad we didn't meet along the way but we'll see you around for sure!
    Just one question, did you change the system of your Pop-up? Does it work better like this? Congrats 👏

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      Thank you so much! Wow, that sounds like a lot of fun. We only had one month, wish we had more. Maybe next time! The roof was like this when we got it, we only changed the tent fabric as the old was worn and torn. I guess it’s more room «upstairs» with this solution, but I would prefer the sloping Westfalia roof.

  • @Macauka
    @Macauka 4 роки тому +3

    Hey! Great job! Like it a lot! I have my self VW T3 Westfalia high top version, will change engine to 1,9 Tdi and other stuff. One question about head lights - can you pass technical inspection with them or are they without CE markings. And where did you order them from, maybe you have a link!
    Thanks and good luck!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      Hey man! 😊 Thank you so much. I would love to change engine too, it would be some much fun. They are without CE markings, but gowesty.com (where I bought them), claimed that they are road legal according to European standards. I have the old ones still, so we’ll see....

    • @Macauka
      @Macauka 4 роки тому

      @@SimonBraeck Will let you know how ot went with my engine conversion.
      Sad to inform you, but lights are not for Europe. See www.gowesty.com/product/headlight/24538/led-headlights-7-round-pair-?v=

  • @markdickason4458
    @markdickason4458 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Simon. Love the build and adventures. Thanks. Where are your front seats from? I don't think they are originals for a T3 but i like them a lot!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому

      Hi! Thank you so much😊 They actually came with the van, I guess it’s a part of the SCA camper specification. We have new upholstery though :)

    • @markdickason4458
      @markdickason4458 4 роки тому

      Simon Braeck Thank you Simon. Amazing videos. Great footage and editing. I have a 1986 T3 too. Restoration done on the outside. Interior underway. I did a bit more research and think I have found your seats. Not seen them before. Made by a company called Sportscraft.de. Model no S5.1 www.sportscraft.de/pag_d/produkte/seats/sitzs51.shtml. Just for your info :)

  • @theDJP944
    @theDJP944 4 роки тому +1

    I’m sure this has been asked. Love the videos. What cameras have you been using for this footage? Absolutely stunning footage when watching on our new Samsung 4K UHD tv! We have a 1980 air cooled 2.0L westfalia. Hoping to make some videos this spring on its restoration. Do you do all the editing ?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you, glad to hear that!😃 I use a Sony A7R III and record in 4K. More details are in the description. That’s cool, I love restoration videos. Yes, I do all the editing myself.

  • @yumyum3951
    @yumyum3951 4 роки тому +3

    What about washroom?
    Or I missed that part?

  • @achitaonetv3859
    @achitaonetv3859 Рік тому

    ดี มากครับ

  • @richardmahood6447
    @richardmahood6447 4 роки тому +1

    You guys should invest in a solar panel to keep the batteries charged. Then you wouldn’t need a hook up all the time at camp grounds and stuff

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Yes for sure, the problem is that we have a 1cm clearance when entering our parking garage, so we have issues regarding adding stuff on the roof. I’m looking into foldable panels, but I’m not sure if the perform worse

    • @richardmahood6447
      @richardmahood6447 4 роки тому

      Ok here what I thought of I notice above the sliding side door that there is some space on the ceiling/roof you could mount a bracket that folds down and flips out. Down side is you can only use the panel when the sliding door is open or in the back where you have the hanging led light that runs on battery mount it there so it can flip out to use and lay flat against the wall when not in use. Same down side back door has to be open

    • @richardmahood6447
      @richardmahood6447 4 роки тому

      Ok ok I got it lol. Behind your closet in the back where the control box is some of the window is blocked by the closet and you could see into the closet through the window (you guys covered it I think) well you could uncover it and cover it with the solar panel so that the sun travels through the window. It would be completely out of the way. Down side small solar panel

    • @richardmahood6447
      @richardmahood6447 4 роки тому +1

      I rewatched this video I noticed that the glass looks frosted so on the opposite side of the closet is that other window maybe some kind of thin solar panel you can put up and take down its looks like a pretty good sized window. Any way I love what you guys did I love that you guys are tracking and are happy together I hope to one day be like you guys and have a beautiful inspirational lady by my side who makes it fun an enjoyable. Excellent job

    • @richardmahood6447
      @richardmahood6447 4 роки тому +1

      I feel bad because I keep bugging you but one more idea. Maybe you can some how build it into the pop up top of the camper. Like a recessed light fixture it would be a “recessed solar array”

  • @bobelism
    @bobelism 2 роки тому

    That's great guys! Wonderful work and really nice taste of design you put into it. Me and my girlfriend are planning to get a van and customize it in a similar way as you did. Could you please tell us what was the total cost or the investment you had to do to get those results? Thank you and good luck in your trip!

  • @m_bogus
    @m_bogus 4 роки тому +1

    Nice video! Guys where are those places shown in 17:23, 17:30?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks!😀 That’s filmed in the Dolomites, Italy. Super nice area!

  • @mjb2350
    @mjb2350 3 роки тому +1

    Hey, love your work guys, impressive and luxurious. I wonder if you could give us a hint on where to get such a great pop-up roof, did you fit it yourself or was it fixed when you bought it? Any hint would help. Thx!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  3 роки тому

      Hey! Thank you. I think it is pretty rare actually, it came with the SCA-specced camper we bought. Don't know where to get it nowadays though

    • @mjb2350
      @mjb2350 3 роки тому +1

      @@SimonBraeck Thanks for your reply Simon, I bet they are not easy to get, will keep looking though. What about the tent itself, I think you replaced that one? It looks pretty cool and has lots of “windows” which makes it look quite spacious on your clip. Thanks again and wish you both lots of safe journeys ahead!

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  3 роки тому

      @@mjb2350 yes, we found a canvas that fitted very good. Bought it from busdepot.com, I think it was called Riviera :) Thank you!

  • @daleolson3506
    @daleolson3506 5 років тому +1

    Are you going to park it down by the river?

  • @russellb768
    @russellb768 3 роки тому

    Hi, love the van! How did you attach the shelf at the front end? I can't see how it attaches to the van. Many thanks!

  • @raulrogojan9908
    @raulrogojan9908 3 роки тому

    Super cool, I've been watching you for a while but you're wonderful, so you can get the car to this stage how much money you need to be ready to go? Thank you in advance for your reply

  • @JOEHAA562
    @JOEHAA562 5 років тому +2

    i’ve waited years

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      Haha, it was published later than I wanted to. I lost all the footage from faulty hard drives, but finally got it recovered.

    • @JOEHAA562
      @JOEHAA562 5 років тому +1

      looks great, i’m jealous.

  • @derekpercy7787
    @derekpercy7787 3 роки тому +1

    Hey there - Just a quick question - when it rains - do you keep your pop-top roof up or do you put it down? I am planning on getting a 1985 Hiace Pop-top and would like to keep roof up - but was worried about mould or leaks etc - thanks for your time

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  3 роки тому

      Hey! We keep it up, but we to dry it out the following day (preferably) to be sure it is kept in a good shape. At least that seems to work for us :)

  • @advbikejunky
    @advbikejunky 5 років тому +4

    Was it westfalia originally or simple t3?

    • @SimonBraeck
      @SimonBraeck  5 років тому +1

      It was originally a SCA camper, kind of unusual. The interior and pop-up roof is not as nice as in a Westfalia. So it was a camper van, but needed a lot of work to get it up to date.