Ultimate DIY VW Off-Grid Campervan Tour (Vanlife UK) 🚐
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- Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
- This is our new home on wheels, a gorgeous 2001 Volkswagen LT35 TDi LWB converted van! We are spending the foreseeable future travelling all around the UK and Europe in this campervan. Don’t let the outside fool you. Previously a commercial van, this home-on-wheels is ready for travel throughout all the seasons, hot or cold, rain or shine! After picking our new van up from James, the previous owner and designer/builder/plumber/electrician/ and all-round good guy, in South-West England, we’ve spent the past few weeks putting on some of our final touches and properly moving in. Now it’s ready for the grand reveal! Vanlife, here we come!
👉🏼 If you’re interested in hiring James for your own van conversion, you can contact him here: James.vanlifebuilds@gmail.com
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This is the FINALE to our van prep series, and we are more than excited to start our next series: winding our way around the stunning coast of Wales and finishing in picturesque North Wales 🚐💨🏴 To those who watched all the way to the end... what do you all think of the name? 🕺🏼
You're very welcome keep up the great videos.
Elton.. That's a perfect name!!
Adriana, you should be on the stage! I am sure you ould manage a one person talk show. Love the way you describe your van - so much more interesting than the usual van life descriptions. Keep us smiling and looking forward to your next video. Cheers from Down Under.
Thank you so much, that’s so kind of you!! Hehe we loved our van so much - it’s like a member of the family now 😍 can’t wait to see what adventures we go on!
Great name - Elton the ✨camp✨ervan 💅💕
Heheheh yaaaas! 😍🕺🏻🤗
Nico😍😍🤗
👉🏼 If you’re interested in hiring James for your own van conversion, you can contact him here: James.vanlifebuilds@gmail.com
Did you convert this yourself ?. Hats off to the finished project
Love the “house” tour! It looks very homey. It’s funny that desserts never leave you guys with the donuts you have. To save on water, you can add an aerator so the water coming out is a mist when you are washing your hands or dishes. To save time and money on laundry, a merino wool shirt can save you on laundry. I can bring three shirts on a trip without needing to wash it as it is anti microbial so it stays clean. The only thing missing in your van is a pet! Can’t wait to see your European adventures! Elton is very British. Love it!
Oh good suggestions! Thank you so much 😍🤗 hehe we really really want a little dog but might hold off for now 👀😅 Thank you so much!
Well, Day One and this makes it 3 of your videos, one after the other. I like the van a lot, especially the "directional" aspect to the solar panels. I have a new caravan bought last year so I am not in the market for a camper van or a motorhome just yet, but your video gives food for thought. Next year we hope not to live full-time in our van but to camp in our caravan for 100+ nights.
I was impressed. And you are clearly VERY enthusiastic about it all. CONGRATULATIONS! I hope you both enjoy the freedom it will give you in the years to come.
Thank you so much!!!🤗🤗
What a lovely home! So cozy and tastefully decorated. Elton is perfect! 👍
Thank you!! 😊
I think you picked the perfect name. Cheers 🍻 to you both and wishing happy adventures through Europe with Elton.
Hehe thank you!! Cheers 🍾🕺🏻😍
Guys your conversion is awesome. Lot's of wonderful memories await you both. Just converted my own van and if I can make a suggestion that you box in your gas bottle and seal it with the facility of a drop air vent to mitigate risk and also allow ventilation to the battery system. Enjoy your future together 👍👍👍
Ah yes thank you very much for the suggestion!! 🤗🤗 thank you - we are loving it so far!
Haha, answered a lot of questions we had! We assumed you had it all figured out, which is why we didn't ask about your toilet situation, but glad you have a solution! Love the name. Have a blast, Love you guys!
Hehe! Thank you guys 😝 hope you are well ☺️
I love the van. One of the best conversions I have seen. There are so many good things that I love. Especially the fridge. Looks great and works without the inverter. Having the second battery will be worthwhile when winter comes. I also like that it doesn't have a bathroom. That would spoil the open spacious appearance. (Some conversions just look so crowded). I reckon the manual gearbox is probably a good idea too. Although I like autos, the manual will be more economical and probably more reliable over time. Looking forward to Wales.
Thank you! We totally agree with you about the shower 🙂
WOW! I honestly dont think there is a more perfect van layout ever. And that includes ours 😂 The features James included are incredible, what an amazing space that must be to live in!
Ah thanks so much guys 😍❤️ hehe we feel very lucky to have found this bad boy 🤗
That looks so damn good... And we finally have a build with a reasonable seating arrangement! :D
Haha thank you!
Love, love, love your van! Cannot believe how much storage you have and how cosy and homely it looks. I am sure you will have many wonderful adventures in Elton - a perfect name for a perfect van. Enjoy every moment x
Thank you!! Hehe we don’t even have enough stuff to fit in all the storage 😂😂 🤗
Wow wow wow! ❤❤❤ the van is incredible. I’m blown away by the practicality but it / he still looks cute & comfy. I have never seen so many great ideas packed into such a small space. ❤❤❤
We love the name too!
Great tour - spectacular van
Rachel & David
Thank you so much guys!! 😍❤️❤️ we absolutely love our new little home!
What a beautiful build. I like the exterior colour too.
Thank you!
What an amazing van/home. It's looks so welcoming and cosy and so much thought gone into it love love love it and the name ❤
Thank you so much!! Ah we absolutely love our little Elton 😍
Fantastic, looks like everything was thought of in your new home. The name suits him 😂🤗💞
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Awesome. I watched the video when you guys got the van... Was soo awesome to see how you settled everything in the van... I would LOOOVEEE to live in a van like yours.. ❤️ Enjoy your adventures😍
Thank you so so much!!! We honestly feels so lucky in our little Elton 😍🤗
I loved the name, your campervan really looks cozy and as a truly home. 🎉
Thanks so much! 😊 it really feels like home 😍
You definitely hit the jackpot with your van - purchased sight unseen! It was meant to be.
Wohoo! Thank you! Yes we got so so lucky 😍 the van is great, the previous owner has been sooo helpful too! 🤗
This van is soooooo lovely I love the fridge xxx you've got everything you need xx
Hehe it’s our lovely little home on wheels 😍
Bardzo fajny i ciekawy odcinek 😂
Dużo ciekawych rozwiązań zastosowaliście popieram was powodzenia w podróżowaniu Rafał😂
Thank you 😊
Ależ proszę
Elton looks lovely. Good job!
Thank you so much!
Very nicely done van.😊 But the coffee machine is next level 😮💪👍 ☕ ☕ ☕ ☕
Hahaha oh yes it’s our pride and joy 😍👀
HAHAHA, cant believe you are impressed that we are worried about a toilet, not having the option of a private toilet would be difficult. This van is crazy amazing!!!
Phahahaha 😂👀 Thank you!!! We love it so much
Yes, Elton
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Nice to see both again it's been awhile now since you left the Philippines. Stay safe travels van life guys.
Thanks! 😃
Great name and what a fantastic can I love the design and all the thought that James clearly put in. I’d love him to build me one too my needs.
Hehe thank you so much 😍 his details are in the description box if you’re interested in reaching out to James!
You. Absolutely have a beautiful home.Enjoy and safe travels 🎉🎉
Thank you so much!
hey guys:) love the van and love the name! I have been watching van life/nomad videos for like 2 years now and love the concept. It is really well thought out and has a great layout. The bumpouts for the bed area make a big difference from what i have seen in a lot of videos. I hope you have a great time traveling !
Ah that’s awesome! Thank you!! We are so happy with our lovely little home on wheels! Now we just need to decide where to go next 👀🤗
@@2Passports1Dream i am glad you are happy! BTW, that was me in the IG message earlier in case it doesn't show up as the same name as here or something:)
Nice van. Some great ideas included in there. Rocket Van. 🙂🤓
Glad you liked it!!😍
Hi Guys. I had a diesel Jetta years ago and I loved it. Diesels you can get a lot of miles on it and NO problem. I envy you. Safe travels
Oh awesome!! Thank you so much 😍🤗
Elton Van! Very cool & excited to see your travels. First though, Dylan our condolences on the passing of your grandfather. Difficult for sure, but glad you were closer to home rather than in Asia at this time so you can be with family.
Thank you very much tom!
I don't think I've seen such a nice interior that looks so homely. I'm a newbie with a T6 LWB, (born in Essex with Welsh parents and living in Scotland since I was 12), so a Heinz 57. Getting some great ideas from your tour. Can see why you live full time in Elton. From the full on Utilities to the small things like a magnet held kettle, superb. Have subbed and liked, looking forward to catching up with more of your van life in the future, best wishes and good luck on your adventures, P.S. I'll need to buy a wee plant now, Thanks Trevor
Hehe thank you so much! It’s such a nice little home on wheels! I suppose the longer you spend in it, the more you find out little tweaks to further improve things 😍🤗
Elton is a great name. I love the videos and can't wait for the next one, need a coffee now haha thanks
Kev
Haha have one for us 😃
You guys found a every well thought out camper van. You guys are so proud of ELTON, with good reason! Watch some of the camper van build videos on UA-cam to see how they compare. Happy for you two.
Thank you!! 😊
Love it!!!!!! Elton is great! Happy days.
Thank you so much! 🤗😍
Elton gives a lot of inspiration for our Carry (knaus komfort caravan from 81) when she gets her facelift ❤❤
Ooooh hehe exciting!!
Be sure to have electrical fire extinguisher too. Those are some serious electricity back there.
Ah yes, we are thinking of maybe getting another one too, but the one we have is also for electrical fires! 🤗
@@2Passports1Dream Do inspect the wirings connections for loose contacts and corrosion periodically as they are subjected to a lot vibrations from driving and moisture. Loose connections can cause arcing and potential fires.
FANTASTIC, today's van tour!! So many amazing details everywhere, so well thought through, so utterly homey and beautiful! BRAVO to James the Builder and BRAVO to you who live so well there! And yes, I just LOVE "Elton" - such a perfect fit!🤓
Hehe thank you so so much! We are so happy with it 😍🕺🏻
Love love love the name! ❤❤❤ Safe travels & can’t wait to see where we go next 👏👏👏👏😘
Hehe thank you so much!!! ❤️😍 we absolutely love it!! 🤗
Another brilliant video guys ❤️❤️🚐🚐 xx
Thank you so much 🥰🥰
Perfect name! Hello Elton! Wait.. LTON? Lol doesn’t matter. Perfect van as James has an understanding and feminine side and his choices of convenience are stellar! I’m sure you’ll find everything you need to enhance your experience 😁happy trail can’t wait!🙏🏻❤️
Hahaha that’s it!! LTON 😂 oh yes, it’s just absolutely perfect - James did a fantastic job!!
Beautiful set up, l am so happy for you both love from Australia xx
Thanks so much! 😊
Elton! ❤ it’s perfectly camp(ing) haha 😅. Looks lovely and cosy!!
Hehehe!! 😍🕺🏻 thank you so much!
Van home congratulations to both of you. From the Philippines with love.this Alvin.❤
Thank you so much! 🤗
Great build , great video and best of luck. I'd be picking up a spare engine and putting it into storage if you had the means . That van will last you many many years.
We are so happy with it! Thank you 😍
What a lovely campervan! Love the name! 😄. Looking forward to following your travels!
Thank you so much ❤️😍
I love your van! Elton seems totally appropriate. Good job guys!❤
Thank you so much 😍🤗
you wont be showering outside in the winter, if you get stuck use an garden spray bottle.
you can pump it for pressure and also fill it up and leave it next to your diesal heater all day to have a warm water.
get a big enough buck and a pop up shower curtain and youll be nearly good to go, you guys can make it work.
Totally!! Thank you! 🤗 we will see what we can do! 😍🚿
Nice camper van! But oh man, I had a hard time breathing watching this coz I’m claustrophobic 😅 safe travels to both of you!
It’s way bigger than you think 😄
fantastic set up, and a projector would be a brilliant add on plus a freeview arial on top
Hehe oh yeah!! 😍
Great name, great van build. Definately a home. 😊
Thank you so much!! ❤️
Looks like a really good set up. All the comforts of home. Very impressed with your electronics. Nice to be able to use a microwave & coffee machine. Safe travels & thanks for sharing 😃👍
Thank you!! 😍❤️ It’s suuuuch a nice set up - especially when the sun is shining - everything is nicely charged up 😍
A tiny home on wheels! Excellent!
Yay! Thank you 😍🤗
Awesome tour, I love all the little extras in the van and I love the name!!! Super jealous right now lol! ❤xx
Hehe thank you so much! 😍❤️ the name just fits so well!! 😍
It’s a very well thought out and quality built van, your both very lucky…
Thank you!! 😊
Looks great. I keep thinking some sort of screen for the main cabin door that can roll up so you can have the door open when parked and still get a breeze (with no bugs) might be nice. Love the videos. Found you with your Laos videos as I was gearing up for my trip there this past Feb/March. Was a big help knowing what to expect.
We definitely need something like that, but it’d need to be totally custom made! Maybe in the future
Amazing van!!! I'm a fairly new subscriber. Enjoying past videos and looking forward to your new adventures!!
Awesome! Thank you!
Perfect name! Beautiful van!
Thank you ❤️❤️
Elton. I love it!!!! I think what sold me for me is Adriana's selling the name. So awesome. Lastly, a great video (all your videos are great) and the van is so well thought out. Super happy you are both doing this and hoping little to no issues with your new van life. Not going to lie, good thoughts to Dylan as he might be the one to figure out why sh** ain't working. LOL.
Hehehe Thank you!! Oh we just love our new home on wheels… Elton is the cutest 😍🤗 hehe you’re right, Dylan will probably be the one figuring it out - fingers crossed nothing major breaks 👀👀
Wow what a Fantastic Van LOVE LOVE LOVE it ❤ Cool name too. Happy Travels 🤩
Hehe thank you!! 😍❤️
Super nice van! god luck!👏
Thank you very much!
You should be able to find several choices in portable showers. You have enough room in the van to store a small tent to use as a spare room or guest room while camping.
Hehe totally!! A shower feels like a must, just for the warmer period… maybe less so in winter 👀
Love Elton! Great name! Rocket Va-aaan, Rocket Van. Tiny Van-cer.
Bennie VAN the jets. Vaniel! And my favorite: Haku-van Matata! 🚐
Hahaha so fun!!
Hope to see you in cornwall before the summer ends
That is such a well thought out and built camper van with so many little details. The pop out lockable door handles are just amazing. Incidentally there is a couple in the south of France who have a Citroen Ami with the same name as your van.
They’re just so brilliant - everything has been through through so carefully 😍 ah no way!! Elton is a popular name hehe! 🤗
that James is amazing. what a grouse camper.
Thank you!! 😊
Love the van you have really thought it through brilliant . The name is great
Thanks so much!
Yep you got the best name Elton that definitely suits your van👍
Woo! Thank you 😝
Love the van looks so cosy
Thank you!! 😊
Great content. I enjoyed watching it and loved it as always. Thanks. 👍👍👍😍😍😍
Thank you so much ❤️😍
Another great video, what a beautiful homey van you have to travel in. Can’t wait to see what you get up too 🤗🤗
Thank you so so much! We consider ourselves so lucky to call this home 😍
👋Hi Elton! Gray is grey. When you think about it, it's good to keep it that way (at least for now) rather than spray painting it with a pretty colour. you don't want to attract too much attention especially when you'll be living there. if it's cute & colourful outside, it'll be an Instagam spot with many passers-by.
That’s very true!! 🤗🤗
Ilove your van. Have a safe trip always. 👌🤗
Thank you ❤️🤗
Elton it is 🙌🏼
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Very cozy
Lovely couple, lovely van and Elton is a lovely name ❤
Hehe thank you so so much ❤️😍
Amazing home.
Love the van. You have everything you need and more. You can definitely call Elton your house on wheels. Congratulations!
2 questions for you: will you mind sharing how much you paid for Elton? And what are your plans for staying active (workouts) while on the road?
Hello!! Thank you so much! Hehe we are going to reveal the cost in a later video! In terms of activity, we are trying to get a lot of walks in! The weather hasn’t really allowed for much else 🤗
I have an eveco 16 seater daily mini buss im converting. you have given me so great idears thank you :)
Hehe that’s awesome 😍
My work sprinter van (may be the same engine!) has 470k miles on so you have a few adventure to come 👍
Oh wow!! That’s pretty impressive! Good to know 😍
Love the name "Elton", brilliant 😊
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Kudos for the hard work but a good, functional campervan starts with a comfy bed and a bathroom. You have a short bed, no bathroom and a toilet in the dining room!?! That makes it just a kitchen-dinner on wheels for short weekend trips, but the finishing is stunning.
A short bed for short people, we fit perfectly and it's seriously one of the best beds we've slept in! Actually the dining table is in the bathroom - just how we like it ;)
Hello from Norway!
Great video. Elton is 👍.
If you ever come to 🇳🇴, please let me know🙏
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Thank you! We will be in Norway at some point 😚
I really love the journey you two are making… But mostly i’am jealous on the beautiful relationship that you have. 😜😜❤❤💪🏻💪🏻
Thank you hehe ❤️❤️❤️
In order to ensure more electrical power, a two-phase power generator can be used instead of the electric dynamo inside the car engine (200 Amp instead of 70 Amp).
Useful video thanks 👍🏻
Definitely Elton suits him. Great name! 👍
Thank you!! 🤗🤗
I love this! So happy for the both of you and cannot wait to see it in real life! ❤
Wohooo!! Thank you lovely! ❤️ Can’t wait to see you!
So excited for you both. X
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You will achieve one million subscribers🍻
Hehee thank you!! Hopefully one day 😍😍
Love the name!
Thank you 😍😍
Love the van. So cozy and beautifully made.
Thank you so much 🥰
Fantastic name ..Elton...love it
Hehe thank you 😍😍🕺🏻
Just discovered your videos and loving them, and wow what a van, does James do conversions for a living? If so is it possible to pot his website on here ,many thanks
Thank you! He has a dedicated email set up for conversion so if you’re interested you can reach him at James.vanlifebuilds@gmail.com 🤗
Hi guys,
Absolutely loving your new van and its very unique conversion, there's some very good ideas.
Can you tell me if "James" has his own UA-cam channel or is there any way of contacting him ?
Happy adventures guys.
Thank you!! His details are in the description box :)
Great video, love the name Elton
Thank you ❤️🥰
I'm so happy for the two of you. 😊. Every vehicle needs a good name and Elton will become your "best buddy" in the coming years. Take care and have a pleasant and rewarding weekend.
Wohoo! Thank you! He’s already a solid part of our little family 😍 good old Elton! ❤️❤️