Amazon Links for stuff in the van 🤙 Diesel heater amzn.to/3c1svtm Leasure battery amzn.to/3eWGm68 My jacket amzn.to/3lv0f5E Spot lights amzn.to/30Zv4pA Wall carpet (4 way stretch) amzn.to/30YYPa3 First stage insulation for sale here - amzn.to/2NF5ZgI Second stage insulation for sale here - amzn.to/3lJ60gh Mirror 20cm amzn.to/2Nz4gJD Porta shower amzn.to/3c2JvPQ Wash bowl/ sink amzn.to/3r5cyH1 Hob Vango Double Blaze Camping Cooker (currently unable on amazon) Work top stain amzn.to/3c30zFJ Towel holders amzn.to/2NzrcZn Dust pan & Brush amzn.to/38Wuv4a Wheel chocks amzn.to/310t804 Fairy lights amzn.to/3qYY77n Small storage nets amzn.to/3lyqsAe Large storage nets amzn.to/3cRTiYi Plate/ pots storage amzn.to/3lvL5gm Curtains amzn.to/3savqWw Curtain pole amzn.to/2PaNhh6 Bin (currently unavailable) Ucake Plastic 10l Swing Office Bedroom Kitchen Bin WastePaper Basket Dustbin USB/ charging point amzn.to/2PaDTdk Bed foam www.efoam.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwmIuDBhDXARIsAFITC_6zFL3diieAWC9sO0_3N3fskI_x5QuVmjGLRmxvhcxWkBcYcJJuzrcaAsAnEALw_wcB Fairy lights amzn.to/3wsGzDz Battery relay amzn.to/3xjVvEn Stove amzn.to/3ACg0i5

@joe-hanhairy3882

3 жыл бұрын

do you find the interior short-height cramped when campervan-ing ?

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

@@joe-hanhairy3882 it is a small van mate, so to be expected... but it’s quite roomy for what it is 🤙

@1Fracino

3 жыл бұрын

Hi m8, great van ! Think you need to pin your comment so it shows at the very Top ? Also if I buy the heater etc using one of those links do you get anything? Other KZreadrs get a cut of any sales, no idea how though but maybe that will help you if you can swing it, find the info on how to from someone else? GL & Thanks for the vid, gave me plenty to think about :D

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

@@1Fracino hi mate! Thanks for letting me know! It keeps un pinning its self for some reason 🤷‍♂️ I do mate yeh! That would be really great if you could! Thank you so much! 🙏

@1Fracino

3 жыл бұрын

@@JakesJourneyMate Ok, found a very low mileage Connect LX for not much Dosh. If they still have it tomorrow & I can buy it I will buy Heater & Batt etc from your AMZ Links. Very pleased I stumbled on your channel, massive thanks for the Idea's!

I've converted 3 vans and also renovated a narrowboat. I'm also a trained cabinetmaker. This conversion is really good - simple yet practical and well implemented. I particularly loved the kitchen door fronts being used to support the bed when in double bed mode - very very clever.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Nice! Good craft! Cheers! Really appreciate it! Especially from a man in the trade ☺️

@mrpixelsurvival8189

5 ай бұрын

Do you want another narrow boat, 45ft 10k?

@Zerububble

5 ай бұрын

@@JakesJourneyMate On detail I'd love to see... what was done with the diesel heater exhaust?

One of the smartest builds I've seen yet for a smaller van..gave me great ideas for my own!!!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m glad it inspired you! 🙏

so happy to see youtube rec this video, I need to see more brits doing van life but the algorithm just keeps recommending americans

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! I feel like they have more space in the US and in turn more freedom, but us English survive haha

@TheRoadTaken

3 жыл бұрын

Funny, just the opposite for me.

@matthewtanner9823

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheRoadTaken I don't understand how you can say that after the numerous videos I've watched. You have designated camp sites (Many free to use) in your national parks, in Canada and the USA. Where as, in Britain, we're not allowed to camp just anywhere. And have to pay to camp overnight at a privately owned campsite...meaning we have to pay. It's only in Dartmoor and the Scottish Highlands where we are free to wild camp where we like. If I'm wrong, then I appologise and I hope you'll tell me so.

@gl4989

3 жыл бұрын

@@matthewtanner9823 He meant that KZread recommends him youtubers from England, not the United States

@matthewtanner9823

3 жыл бұрын

@@gl4989 Ah, sorry and sorry to Daryl for missunderstanding what he meant.

The idea of the draws hinging down to make the bed! Genius

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! 😊

@patriciamichelleisaac2562

3 жыл бұрын

I would lift them up and keep the units closed then only leaving under the bed exposed. Nothing worse than going to sleep and seeing things to tidy

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

@@patriciamichelleisaac2562 I actually put those small pillows in the way, but it doesn’t really bother me tbh, I sleep just fine 😂

@patriciamichelleisaac2562

3 жыл бұрын

@@JakesJourneyMate I’m stealth car camping at the moment but once I get my motability mpv I’ll be converting it into a little camper. Got everything ready. Unfortunately I can’t afford a van or have the equipment to convert one but I love it.

I love a banging converted £50k sprinter as much as the next guy, don't get me wrong - but this is what van life is all about if you ask me. Simple, effective, accessible comfortable adventure wagon. love it!

@JakesJourneyMate

Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more mate! 🤘

@zadokmotorfreight2423

8 ай бұрын

Agree 💯

@swavey416_music7

6 ай бұрын

Facts I’m about too turn 19 I have all the tools, I just don’t have a job to make enough money to buy the van yet. I should be able to buy a van by this time next year and I’ll start converting straight away

@TomBedlammusic

6 ай бұрын

@@swavey416_music7 you'll get there man, no rush! I got my first van at 23 and it was fantastic. Good luck!

This is great. You’ve given me a few ideas for my Connect. I especially like the battery under the floor

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad it helped! 😊

I’m 20 and looking to do pretty much exactly what you’ve done here. Your layout is solid and makes sense. Great work on the conversion btw, hard to believe you did it all by yourself because it really looks professional, well done! Thanks so much for this helpful video, I can’t wait to get a van, kit it out and take it everywhere!

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Good luck! New build in progress on the channel, check it out ☺️

Well done Jake. The kitchen doors folding to make the bed is absolutely genius! Gave me good ideas for my own van. cheers 👍

What a sick guy, love this vid. Can’t wait to see more

Well done. Big respect. I have been watching van conversions and tiny house videos for around 14 years. This was the best title that hooked me in to your great video. Plus it is a great conversion and real value for money. All the best from Scotland.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it! 🙏

You’re super talented man, that’s a really excellent conversion . Your use of space and everything having a double use is really brilliant

This is so impressive, Jake 👏🎉 Well done!! Excellent video, excellent build. Gets me super excited to keep working on mine. Thanks for the great content!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Hi K! Not sure why this has only just come up! Thank you so much! Hope You are well! 🙏

@travelbygoat3850

3 жыл бұрын

@@JakesJourneyMate no worries my friend. Bout to get started on this van. All is well here! Hope you’re living it up out there, it looks like you are!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

@@travelbygoat3850 awesome!! I’m glad! 🙌 I’ll be keeping a close eye on the insta 👌 it’s going smooth thanks ✌️

I love the secret cubby for the diesel heater. Brilliant idea I haven't seen anywhere else! good job on your build!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

@brentgooch5213

3 жыл бұрын

I agree! I was like, “what!!?? There is space under there!” Well done. And the price point was great on the build!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

@@brentgooch5213 crazy right! Thank you so much! 😊

Great job! I bought the same van, so I love watching how people make it work since the space is so small. Nice ride dude 😃👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻✌🏻

Brilliant Jake. Thanks for sharing. Simple no-nonsense application. Well done.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate really appreciate it 🤙

This is amazing .. love it so much I'm now considering and wanting one like this . what a great project .. so clever with space use and bed arrangement.. well done sir

What a well thought out build and video! The bed and storage ideas are true genius! Well done! I could live there!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙌

The kitchen drawer/ bed base idea's genius mate. Love the whole thing- I might give it a go

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you like it! 😊

Loved it, especially the well thought through diesel heater and battery, Thanks for the inspiration ❤️

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it! 🙌

Love it dude! Im in the process of becoming a self sufficient traveler, lived in my van for 2 months now and dint think id wanna go back to a house and bill when i finally give it all up! Thanks for the video 🤟🏻

😂😂😂When you want to have an absolute mental rave... Mate, you crack me up! On a serous note, I really like this van conversion. There are some tiny things you can add inside the cupboards to make it more tidy; but my hat’s off to you for this excellent example.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Can’t beat a mental rave in the post man van 😂 Cheers! It is usually a lot tidier than that, should’ve whipped round it first lol

Sick van build man, literally just in the process of sourcing one myself now for future photo missions. Got some great ideas from this video, cheers!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers man! Appreciate it! Good luck! 🤙

Brilliant conversion, excellent costs, love the simplicity and roomy feel yet you have everything.

It's really interesting to see that you have found space for the diesel heater and battery under the side step/ floor area. I haven't seen that before. I really enjoyed your video. Thank you!

Great tour Jake. Definitely gave us some tips on things to do with our van! Keep up the good work, safe travels 👍

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! Good luck with your build 🤙

Cool placement of the battery and heater I’ll change mine around

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Great use of space aye! 👌

This guy is militant! Respect mate!

This is brilliant Jake. Well done.

This looks awesome. Will definitely go simple like this if I ever build out another van. My last one was way too complicated.

You should be proud of the job you have done on this van look's spot on, Good luck on your journeys

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! And you 😊

This is a good design. Very efficient and not too complicated.

Love it! I have a 2010 red transit connect too. Yay to the tiny van conversions!!!!!!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Tiny van life all the way! 😁

Unreal! Can't wait for more vlogs of you camping in the van 🤟

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Coming up soon 🙌

Very creative using the cupboard doors to support the bed! Never seen that before.

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! ☺️🤘

Absolutely brilliant!!

Very impressive. Everything you need to be comfortable and yet still plenty of living space. Well done !

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙏

So sick. Proper home on the road 🔥

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Too right! Cheers man 🤙

I love all your Doctor Who references! I really like your build too. Simple and efficient and very usable. Thanks for the tour

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Hey! Thank you so much! Glad you like it 🙌

@sourismouse5292

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I want to say, i adore your Doctor Who references! And very good job with the van! Bravo 😊

Awesome build mate! Looks spacious and cozy. I’ve been dreaming of building my own campervan and videos like this inspires me more to chase my dream too.

Absolutely wonderful! ❤

Was sat watching this thinking this bloke is 100% either a serving soldier or ex soldier. Then he showed us the battery pack for the lights and low and behold army issue batteries 😂😂 love it!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@terrycooke2480

3 жыл бұрын

ha ha exactly like I thought!! Defo forces speaks the lingo, cracking vid Jake!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

@@terrycooke2480 cheers chaps 🙌

@robfedrick1

Жыл бұрын

Was just about to make this exact comment! Love it 🙂 - The way he talks told you he serves/served!

Great job, some really good ideas for a small space. Caps smart too! Stay safe

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You too 🙌

Brilliant. Im well over twice your age and this is exactly what I was looking for. Fair dues to you. You should be proud of yourself. Perfect little surf van for me.I'm going to do it.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Haha! Appreciate the support! Hope your build goes well! 🙌

I’m from Uk as well and your videos have helped me out big time g 👍🏻. I’m excited to start on my van. Sound for all the info and advice on saving p made me realise I didn’t need to spend as much as I thought.

Really amazing work Jake. One of the best builds in a small space I've ever seen. Would love to try something out like that!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Really Appreciate it! 🙌

@pauljakeman

3 жыл бұрын

@@JakesJourneyMate my pleasure man! Hope your doing well :)

Awesome video and build. Looking at a Connect myself for surf trips and weeks away. Inspiring, thank you 🙏

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! Appreciate it! 🙌 hope ya find one ✌️

Great vid and great van. I'd love something like this. Thanks for sharing.

We’ll done guy! Super sweet ideas!

Pro tip, put your sleepingbag in a custom made pillow 👌

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Hey great idea! Only drama I have with one of my bags is that it’s down, and it needs too puff up ya know 🤙

Love your Bad Wolf sign :)

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 🙌

I like this build dude. Simply done. And everything 1 man needs. Brilliant

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 🙏

Brilliant conversion, very clever! I’ll be watching more of your videos while I’m planning me first van!

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! ☺️ good luck!

Great little build, I'm hoping to do something similar in a couple of years time, you have given me lots of ideas :) subbed!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

thank you! Hope your build goes well, glad to inspire 😊

Best mini Transit vid I’ve seen.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Legend! Thank you 🙌

You are an artist, many compliments for the achievement. You gave one more reason to buy this Van.

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙏 I hope you do! 🙌🙌

Nice one. Thanks for sharing 👍

Wicked van dude, rockin the flat cap to. My man😎

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate 👌that’s how we roll 😏😂

What a lovely young man I bet his family are proud of him! Lovely little build, well impressed 🤩

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Thanks for your support! 😊

@mysticalmisty9772

3 жыл бұрын

@@JakesJourneyMate Your very welcome Jake 😊

I just bought the same van to go solo camping I'm glad I've see this video that van is outstanding and after watching this I can't wait to start the build thank u for sharing take care stay safe and I just subscribed

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the support! Good luck with your build! Any quezzies, just drop me an Instagram message 🤙

Cool video. Love the kitchen cabinet double use as bed extension…. Genius 👏

Nice Dr. Who shout out on your police box sign!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Respect! Thanks 😂🙌

I quite like the fold down kitchen cabinet doors (and bed support) 👍

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙌

@overnighter

3 жыл бұрын

@@JakesJourneyMate very clever mate, enjoy 👍

Thanks for this! Great build and some excellent tips! You have real skill 👌

Love it! Especially the fact that it wasn’t terribly expensive.

Nice build. Love the Doctor Who references!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Haha good aye! 🤙

Enjoyed your video Jake, a couple of innovative design bits and pieces i quite liked. I am doing a very simple build at the moment on a nv200 looking to complete about Easter time. Will keep a look out for you on youtube. Take care mate. Mike, County Durham

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! Appreciate the feed back, glad to inspire 🤙 good luck with your build, hope it goes well ✌️

Very good job and beautiful design of the van. Thank you for the video and take care.

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it! You too

Thx for the walkthrough.,, getting ready to convert a 2013. Like the idea of the battery & heater under the floor, had no idea of the useable space.

I just want Jake to make me some tea and read me a story lol I’ll listen start to finish but great thought out van!!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Next video is tea, accompanied by James and the giant peach 😂 Glad you enjoyed, thank you 🙏

@alexandria1316

3 жыл бұрын

@@JakesJourneyMate I’m 100% in lol.💃

Hey from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania! Great little van conversion. Plus you are so very attractive! 😍😍😍

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Hey there! Thank you so much! Haha well thanks! 😂

Really enjoyed the video mate, out of all the van conversions I’ve watched urs is the best. Can’t wait to get started on mine!

Quite a pitch, very entertaining young man. Not to mention absolutely amazing conversion, very practical. Great job!

The absolutely best thing about this conversion are the doctor who signs and stickers. The conversion is great, but the bad wolf makes so much more special!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

Greetings from Orange County, California. So many types of vans and interior designs to consider. But you certainly have some interesting ideas for one of the smaller choices here. Thank you for the video.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Hiya mate 🤙 glad ya think so! Hope it's helped! good luck ✌️

Brilliant. So much in a small space. Genius 👍

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙌

This dude has such a chill and nice personality . Awesome van conversion!

@JakesJourneyMate

Жыл бұрын

🙏🙏

Damn, it’s gonna be hard for me to move the steering wheel to the other side of the van… In all honesty though, this is great. Definitely going to give it a go and use this for inspiration.

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Haha you’d struggle! Do it mate! Thanks so much 👌

Definitely a squaddie 😉

@kevinoconnor8508

3 жыл бұрын

What gave it away 😜

@samantony7039

3 жыл бұрын

That’s what I thought!

Great build. Very smart use of space. Gives me loads of ideas for my future project.

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Good luck! 🙌

Nice budget build! Thanks for sharing.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙌

I love motorbikes and stuff like that, here's my fairy lights, just joking, great video

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Big toys! 🙌 hahaha thank you so much! 🤙

Love the conversion mate! Absolutely class. Hoping to do something similar in the near future. Biggest question is how on earth did you find that van for so cheap??? XD

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Legend! Good luck with it mate! Aye right place right time haha 🤙

Great vid dude. Awesome little van

I'm impressed. Very cool.

@JakesJourneyMate

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏

Love your dr who stuff lol and the idea of recycling building. However how do you go about privacy especially the shower. I’m sure you don’t want to flash all and sundry lol.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you mate! 🙌 I usually just park with my back doors against a wall (open) which gives me all round privacy 🤙

Loads great ideas. 👍

Great, very informative video mate.

7 mins into this video and he screams ex army... mannerisms, way he speaks, breacon point the lot.... can anyone confirm?

@132Marty

3 жыл бұрын

Just watching it thinking the same thing. NCO I'm reckoning.

@chrisosullivan9322

3 жыл бұрын

@@132Marty definitely a screw, that brecon point is up there with the best! 300 spartan regi number too ill bet...

@Menace-25

3 жыл бұрын

The green issued batteries in his fairy lights. bit of a giveaway.

Dude are you ex military?! You sound like it when briefing your van hahah

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Still serving brotha 🤙

@versot

3 жыл бұрын

😆 All them Brecon points gave it away!

One of the best builds I’ve seen. Nice job!!

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙌🙌

Well done Jake. You have a fantastic van enjoy it take care.

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Take care ✌️

Lots of information which was great. Thanks so much and your van looks fabulous. 🤗

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 🙌

Nice van you done a great job very practical and simple like it well done 👍

Excellent presentation.

Great build. Impressive.

Wow. How beautiful. I want one. Thank you for this video.

@JakesJourneyMate

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙏

Impressive build

Living the dream mate👍

Great work on the conversion! And of course all the better for all the DW references 😉 Brilliant!!

@JakesJourneyMate

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thank you so much! 🙌🙌