Great video! People underestimate what a HUGE difference a permanent high top makes. I‘ve been living in various campervans, and I would never go without high top ever again. It‘s seriously worlds between being able to stand any time (without any buildup/breakdown time) and not being able to do so. Cheers.

Watching your older videos is what convinced me to buy a Transit Connect instead of a full size Transit. I have a 2010 Transit Connect passenger version that was 1 owner with low miles. Im currently converting it for my wife and I to get on the road and have some adventures.

I'm 6'3" and I want this 😀 Josh we LOVE your work here in California!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! 🙏🏻

@freeinFL

Жыл бұрын

I love the build and Josh’s craftsmanship. But, at 6’3”, how would you fit on the 68” bed? I am curious about what you have in mind for a bed?

Beautiful wood work. Love the open storage at the top. Huge counterspace & love the idea you can make it a bed at night. The way this is built it is completely up to the owner how they are going to use all that storage. Unbelieveable how much this unit has for such a small space.❤

I consider full standing height to be essential, irrespective of how its achieved, hard top/sides or hard top/sides rising roof, no fabric roof! This hard top hugely improves the van and the camping experience, as a species, we stand upright, and in this very lovely compact travel cabin, the owner can. Because this is the build specified by the owner, its perfect! So to is the quality, fit, finish and attention to detail of the woodwork! Were I the owner, I would be absolutely delighted with the quality of the build and the care the constructor has taken. This is craftsmanship standard work! The simple, open and airy layout is really nice, and the design has great practicality and usability. I find it to be elegantly simple and simply elegant.

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

It’s definitely a treat to be able to stand up in one of these little vans!

@ricardaseifert427

8 күн бұрын

Wo schläft man???

Hey Josh, I always am wowed by your builds, but hope you still make time for your own adventures!

It's very clean, I'm impressed. Good job. I would be confident to give you my van to work on after watching only two videos. Good job 🎉

Always a pleasure seeing your builds.

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Healthy speedy recovery, another dope build 🙂👍🏾

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Beautiful work as usual, Josh. I'm sure the customer will be delighted by your execution of their design. Thanks for all the links! P.S. That clip is a nice refinement.

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Nice details - I enjoy checking out your builds

Outstanding craftmanship!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dad!

@felixcat9318

Жыл бұрын

I agree, it really is superb!

@rickhiggins6521

Жыл бұрын

@@Josh_Oakes AWWW

Just wanna say hello to the KZread algorythm... And tell you that once again, this is really nice craftmanship. Have a good snowskate season and hope to see you around Sherbrooke this winter 😉

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Hyped for the winter 👊🏻

I’m super impressed! You do beautiful work! I hope to use your work at some point😊

Another great job Josh!! Wish I had that top on my Connect.

Nice work, Josh. The roof extension is a bit much for my taste, but I can see a ski enthusiast liking this build. Thank you for sharing!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Yeah I agree, it’s definitely a unique look!

Very creative use of space! Love your work....hope you feel better ❤ PEACE

Nice build, Josh. Your craftsmanship and cabinet building is always top notch. Well done.

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Marcy!

@nikkisledge2199

Жыл бұрын

We need help with my van to make a camper out of it

Another superb job Josh truly. You've really got the edge on the market in my opinion. Really humble guy as well and working with whatever the customer comes with. I'm not sure that I like the customers design which I think they'll probably regret later but your work is impeccable 👍

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the support!

Hello Josh! I love your conversions!!! I think it’s amazing you are working with small vans which can be more complicated….. Also, your wood working is so clean n professionally looking….. I am going to purchase a Ford Transit Connect 2010….. and I want to do a roof raise as well.. I was wondering if you know where your client had their roof raise done and the cost of the raise??? Hope you are feeling better too!!😊 Thank you!!!😊

Another magnificent build done by you BUT… as a C-10 I am you never install a 110/120 receptacle behind a water spout; to cover your liability use a GFIC receptacle and GRUND it to the chassis of the vehicle then TEST IT.. (try to follow the NEC book guide to cover any fire or electrocution liability on your side). Other than that.. NICE JOB Josh.😊

wow….this a genius conversion…..kudos to you!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Another home run, Josh! Nice work!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jimmy!

God Bless you. You are an artist.

Thank you for inspiring me. Great job! Where could I find out more about this roof extension or similar alternatives?

love my van . Thank you.

Another great build Josh! My only thought is where will the futon mattress be stored? A question for you.. without a waste water container, if you left the water in the sink is there some way of discharging it as a trickle whilst driving?

Saludos. Desde la isla de puerto rico. Buen trabajo 👍

very smooth interior! Great building.

@georginamuns44

Жыл бұрын

Love your work! I live in Miami, Fl. Can you help me with my conversion? I will email you tomorrow 😊😊

After seeing what Josh can do to all these minivans, I'd love to see what he would do to a full sized van.

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

You and me both 🙏🏻

@rickhiggins6521

Жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was thinking. He is great.

Hello from France. Great job ! 😊

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏻

Gorgeous work. Especially up top. I’m curious why the openings above the cab aren’t centered. (Or one isn’t… they don’t line up with each other. :) j

Nice built! My question;: Is it possible to build a fix single bed and a full shower in that small space?

Ive driven my 2013 Transit Connect for 3 years now used for work. No fun in a crosswind. That extra height will make it even worse I think.

@user-ll7fv6tu7k

Жыл бұрын

As a transit connect owner myself, I came here to make that exact comment. It is already terrible in a crosswind. Can't imagine how bad it would be with the extension.

@a.w.thompson4001

Жыл бұрын

Interestingly, I don't particularly find wind to be an issue in the 2015 wagon. The slightly lower height must make a big difference.

@GABRIEL_CRAFT

Жыл бұрын

How many miles on your transmission?

@artsteadman2230

Жыл бұрын

Too each their own

@noahvillalpando

10 ай бұрын

Also tensit owner. In fact I own that same color transit. Cross wind is truly terrible and horribly underpowered engine. I plan to increase the horsepower a little

Great build!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

👍🏼👍🏼Beautiful carpentry 🙌🏼 Question about the roof: where was it manufactured? I'm considering a Ford Transit Connect for myself, and ceiling height is a downer; however, this system presents a potential worth exploring further. I fitted an old 1987 British Leyland Daf ambulance in the 90’s to drive from the UK to Portugal. I resided in it for eight months so I could surf and skateboard my days away. I was thankful for the ceiling height! Thanks for sharing your awesome craft! 🤘🏼

Very nice build! While I like the idea of being able to stand up, obviously I would not need it when I'm driving. And I would be very concerned with that little van and the wind buffeting it around with that top. That's why a pop top always made sense to me. It allows me to stand when I want to, but is down for driving saving on gas as is more stable in windy conditions. You said another company did the top. Do you know if they do pop tops as well?

So cool for a compact vehicle👍🏼

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏻

Great craftsmanship! Where and who makes the hightop in this video?

Looks like an upside down ice cream tub landing from outer space on your van 😂

Love it!

Hi . What did you use so the airbag and seatbelt light are not on when you removed the passenger seat

definitely not for my taste but a unique one hope the owner enjoys it

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!

I have one question: Do you extend out the truck cab, too, about halfway into the truck bed, 6.5 length truck bed

Question: Do you have a link for the LED DIMMER SWITCH? Thanks.

Nice work I always love your videos. What are the silver Philips screws with the nice big head that you always use? I like the look of those. I think I’m going to have to invest in some of your leather drawer pulls when I build my van next year!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! They’re called lath screws I believe.

Curious...where is the futon mattress stored when not being used?

would you happen to know what company they used to add the roof extension? I have a ford transit connect and i'm interested in adding one :) thanks!

Nowhere to sit at the table ? Could you make front seat swivel or Captains chair?

So how does one build that type of roof extension? Is it possible to use fiberglass instead of wood to reduce weight?

Beautiful job inside. I was thinking that's going to really grab the wind, lightweight vehicle and tall height. Be careful of entering parking structures.

Beautiful build inside, but that height extension makes it stick out like a sore thumb. It's definitely not an option if stealth is your goal.

What has been put between the fibroglass hitop and plywood?

Hope you're fully recovered now

How did you do the roof raise and how much did that cost?

Josh, can't see in the description how to reach you. Interested but I haven't purchased a van yet. The van showing in this video (WITH the 22" extension) is what I'll be looking for. May I get your website?

Love this build but my question has nothing to do with the build. What is the name of the song you are using in this video. It sounds so familiar. Thanks.

What’s in the compartment next to the sink?

nice and clean

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hey Josh - any idea what MPG these transit connect camper builds are getting? I'd be curious about both the regular and the high roof, if you have any idea. Loving the van build videos, thanks for the great resource!

@marizee5615

Жыл бұрын

Hi, I have a 2012 Connect fully converted to a campervan. I did not extend the roof. The gas mileage that I get varies from 19-23 MPG. If I have lots of hills or am driving on flat land obviously affects the mileage. Often I average about 21 MPG. I used very light wood and do not have heavy drawers in an attempt to lighten the load. But things like food, water, my 12V fridge, etc. add to the weight. If you'd like to see my build here is the link: kzread.info/dash/bejne/f4d1kpl8fMrZh5c.html

Not bad use of space for a tiny van.

where can i get this extension for roof please let me know

Very cool.

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Estoy buscando una camper asi pero en puerto rico no las hay.

Hi Josh, I have a Toyota Sienna 2022 hybrid and want to convert to a living space; (all weather conditions) could you please kinda give me an estimate for how much it would be (low and high). Thank you!

This is the same one that Petito and Landrie had?

Where you get the roof top from?

nice job!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Beautiful but I think the customer needs to have the roof painted the same colour as the van.

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! That would be a good move!

Nice

Thoughtful and cool build! Where did the owner get the roof top heightened? Feel better soon!!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I believe the company was fiberine out in CA.

@newtuber4freedom43

Жыл бұрын

@@Josh_Oakes :: Thank you so kindly.

do you have a price list

Connects and nissan nv needs roof toppers to stand to put on your pants better!

Is there a bathroom?

You said hopefully you didn't miss anything ? Well there is seating missing and you have to sleep on the kitchen sideboard basicly :)

I like theidea of theextended roof top. Being only 5 foot 7.5 with sneakers on i wouldnt think id need too much height but Just enough to stand up straight without knocking my head. Did you install that cap Josh or did you take it to an auto body guy? Is he outside made out of fiberglass? I imagine if I took my van to somebody they could reduce the height of the cap according to me, I would say with all that space up at the top. I’m surprised it wasn’t turned into some type of sleeping loft. I know it’s to each individuals taste don’t get me wrong. It just seems like the bed platform takes up a dramatic amount of space so you really kind of only have that small narrow path to stand up and walk through again I probably would’ve gone a little bit old school and had the bed fold up like your other builds but then again, I’m not the one paying you to do that job. All in all you got skillz Josh.👍🏻

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! I did not install the topper. I believe the company is fiberine out in CA.

what do you do for insurance on this i told my insurance company i was going to make it a micro camper and they almost didn’t want to insure it because it doesn’t classify as a van more like a RV

@taddmcmichael9061

Жыл бұрын

Leave it insured as the VIN number describes it which is a Ford Transit Connect Cargo van. Why would you need any different? It is a cargo van with built in storage which is same as a lot of other cargo vans on the roadways.

🔥🔥🔥

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

🖤🖤🖤

where is the bed??

where are you located

you could fit sasquatch in there!

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

You sure could!

What's the mpg now?

@rawfoodwriter

Жыл бұрын

Maybe 1-2 mpg less at absolute most. Anyone else?

i like this one where the bed doesnt take up the whole thing

Nice if one is going solo.

Where do you sleep? The floor or kitchen counter?

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

Like I mention in the video, the top of the cabinets is where the client will place their roll up mattress!

@felixcat9318

Жыл бұрын

The counter is designed for sleeping on a futon mat.

Where do they store the bed?

@doriantomas

Жыл бұрын

i reckon they have a tent with them

@taddmcmichael9061

Жыл бұрын

He said it is a rolled up futon pad. So it rolls up and sits on top. It doesn't have to be out of sight just out of the way.

👏🏼👏🏼👍

@Josh_Oakes

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

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Get better son young man! And, now you have the antibody!

Nice work but no fridge and no toilet? Big misses by the client

this one is different I suppose its what the owner wanted.

I would paint it

BE WELL in Jesus name 👍❤️🙏

The craftsmanship is top notch but it seems like a poor use of the space.

cooperation

The roof ruins the proportions of the van.

Nice work but wow is that high top ugly

What a waste of space just for some skis! Would’ve been better to make roof rack storage for them instead and get rid of that ugly roof thing which looks like it’d be pretty unruly in high winds! Also - except for the driver’s seat, where would you sit?🙄 EdiT: I think you made the best you could out’ve what is essentially a pigs ear!

Got to be the worst I’ve seen yet. Sinks too far away unless they use a step outside to use it

I'm sorry but I'm not inpressed with this build, everything looks jank and does not make sense, especially the sink bed