This might be my favourite build series. It's so hard to find people who have done a REAL build in such a small vehicle! Real proof that it can be done and done properly.

@Josh_Oakes

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate the kind words!

@anitablades6033

6 жыл бұрын

I'm using your pull - out bed and cabinet set up in my 8ft. Bed pick-up . don't have room for the seating behind your seats. But that did leave me room for my cooler. Thanks !!!

@samb8509

4 жыл бұрын

You can also check out Element Vanlife for more small conversion inspiration! The guy used to live in his Honda Element which was his first conversion (hence the channel name) but recently (within the last year I think) he purchased a Nissan NV 200 and did a full conversion on that.

@davechristian7543

Жыл бұрын

Very true.

@Dontbustthecrust

Жыл бұрын

@@Josh_Oakes how'd you drill the pee bowl through the floor?

To keep my gas cans on the roof rack from being stolen I useed a big sharpie marker and wrote "water only." I suppose grey water might work better but I never had anyone take them. I did have a gas station attendant in Amboy on route 66 when I was filling them tell me I shouldn't mix gas and water. Told her it was a hybrid.

@lindasue8719

4 жыл бұрын

NikSix 😄

@tegmapat11

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, get a water jug that's not red, and write "black water" on it. That should do it! LOL 'Can't help but wonder tho' how wise it was to show your secret "money" compartment????? Great idea, but I think you should have kept that to yourself! Nice build tho'..... I hope your'e enjoying it!

@dankobangs1334

4 жыл бұрын

Been to that same station with the abandoned motel! Place was awesome!

@justnik67

4 жыл бұрын

Danko Bangs Yeah, great places to explore! If you ever get back in that area there is a really cool mine not to far North East in the Providence mountain range. Essex rd exit and then maybe 5 miles up ranch road. It’s called the Bonanza King mine and has some interesting (34.9838942, -115.5049180)

@dankobangs1334

4 жыл бұрын

NikSix awesome thank you so much!

I've looked at hundreds of van builds and I'll have to say for a smaller length van you've done a great job at maximizing space. Very well done.

My dad bought a transit connect for work and loves it. I travel a lot and have been thinking about getting a van myself. I asked my dad if he thought a twin mattress would fit in the back. He got super excited and want to help me build out this van because he said he needs a bigger one for work. I'm super pumped! Also my dad sent me pictures of this exact build two days ago. He met this guy! small world!!

I really really love this build, it’s very minimalistic and everything is useful. I don’t like when there is clutter, and most van builds have so much clutter.

This is my favorite ford transit connect conversion. Its a great little car to live out of! I'm impressed you're able to keep all that camera gear in there too

Yes I agree, I think Josh is the best builder for Transit Connects

This is one of my top favorite van build videos. LOVE your van! Also LOVE your interesting tour! I've watched so many videos about the same thing, after awhile they're all the same and even get boring. This video stands out thanks to your cool van, your filming skills, and your energetic and concise presentation! Thank you.

This is the best lay out we have been able to find!! Gutted you are not in the UK. We are literally sending your video to carpenters/joiners here in Scotland asking if they can do it. When we do it, we will be sure to mention that you were the inspiration for the build. Bloody brilliant layout!!

That bed is soo satisfying!

That’s a fantastic conversion, very cool indeed....I love the fact it’s a compact van and you’ve really utilised all the space so efficiently and have created something very unique and functional, thanks so much

Great video, great conversion, great work! Thanks to Josh's disembodied hand for the entertaining & enthusiastic tour!

Awesome build man. I love how simple and effective it is.

Tiny on the outside, RV on the inside. I love it! Amazing job man!

I love how this van is done out. Very tidy and compact. Love the big comfy bed and how it folds away.

I dig this build! I prefer the smaller vans, I don’t want to live in one, just have it for long trips. Well done!

Totally Brilliant. Hands down the best Ford Transit Connect Van Build I've seen on YT. I am planning on getting one so that is why I was searching YT videos on the subject. Thanks for posting and I just subscribed to your channel. Cheers

I like this van conversion better than the other small transit vans great job

Beautiful, thoughtful build. Excellent use of space; neat, clean, organized. Kudos to you!

I love what you have fitted into such a small space. Great van.

What a good use of space and it looks professionally done! I want it!

You've made a nice and cosy van out of this small vehicle, it's amazing that it doesn't look overfull with everything you've managed to put into it. Excellent job !

Outstanding build!! Such a fantastic design and craftsmanship! Just beautiful!

I can see why people would want to hire you do do their builds. Really attractive and comfortable looking, as well as being very functional.

I just watched the one that you were hired to do, so came and watched this one. They are both fantastic! I love your extension of the overhead storage… That’s brilliant ! And great idea to add a pulldown blind - I haven’t seen anyone do that before in that kind of arrangement.

@valeriehancotte-galan4790

Жыл бұрын

Yes, love the blind. Can double as a movie screen 😊. Would be cool if it were black on side facing windshield and white or? facing inside van. 🤔🤔

Really like the bed & lock box. I've watched lots of builds and nobody else thought to do either.

Amazing! So organized and done so well. Thanks for the tour!

That van looks fantastic sir. My bed pulls out the same way only it's on the passenger side since I'm in towns a lot and the passenger side sits in the gutter. That way I roll to the back of the bed instead of off the bed. Nice wood work. Great job.

@MrConnectify

6 жыл бұрын

Ha

Nice setup. Love the minimalist style.

Nice work on the van buddy. This is something I might try in the next couple of years.

Just bought a 2010 xlt in great condition. Can’t wait to start the build. Thanks for all your excellent videos.

THANKS for sharing !!!!!! Very.. VERY Functional and sweet !! This will be my build.

Great conversion job! I have a couple of safety tips. Remove the water jug and skateboards from the back doors when you drive, due to all loose objects will accelerate forward if you get into a frontal traffic accident with a potential of hitting you. Put a smoke-detector on the ceiling, and a gas-detector on the floor :)

I’m getting a ford transit and this is exactly what I want it to be

@stevetobias9097

3 жыл бұрын

I’m 58 and have had tons of vehicles from F150 to Mustang to Nissan Pathfinder to Toyota Matrix etc but my 2012 Transit Connect is overall the best vehicle I’ve ever owned. Only downside is it’s kinda gutless when travelling here in the Canadian Rockies but then on the flip side it gets incredible fuel mileage.

Great tour, man! Been watching your videos a lot, while I've been converting my Transit Connect. Your carpentry work is inspiring.

@Josh_Oakes

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Good luck with your build!!

Wow! That is the nicest and most cleverly designed van I’ve ever seen!

Great video(s). Thanks for including showing your stuff and where it all fits. Most van videos don't show that or show the brand new build, so seeing stuff crammed in was good to see. I have the same van 2010. It's been called The Cramper and many use external storage, you with a roof container, others with a tailgate and container, and I've seen someone with a ultra lightweight trailer to make up for the limited space. So I was curious what all went in your roof container. It all comes down to what you do and what you need to do it. I won't have skateboards, tool boxes, lights, or big video equipment, but no matter it will be a stretch for space for my stuff...my build will have a sink, room for fridge (starting with cooler) with roughly the same interior build as your. But I'll divide the pull out bed into two selections. And make the side cabinet full floor to ceiling storage without the desk space opting for a storable small folding table instead.

This is the perfect van for on the move skateboarding. This is cool as hell. Have safe journeys

@terrys461

5 жыл бұрын

Grow up

@twiggysmalls7539

5 жыл бұрын

terrys461 tf??

Margh just bought a 2012 lwb connect. So glad you shared these videos Josh!

This must be one of the best conversions of a small van. So well done.

This is my favorite Van I’ve seen

@Josh_Oakes

6 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite comment I've seen

The pee bowl is a great idea

@juggernaut3338

5 жыл бұрын

Also Gatorade bottles work well

@kenhurley4441

4 жыл бұрын

@@juggernaut3338 At my age,,,, I'd just have to say,,,,, it's a new flavor. Oh wrong bottle.

@jeepster4u2003

4 жыл бұрын

I use empty liquid laundry detergent bottles. Keep a little detergent in the bottom of the bottle for order control. I take the bottle into restrooms at rest areas and no one is the wiser.

@YabadabadooMrMagoo

4 жыл бұрын

jeepster4u2003 Having lived in my Toyota forerunner for years I wish I had thought of laundry detergent bottle instead of a Gatorade bottle. It makes more sense tighter cap on top and easy pour spout. Must remember to save my next bottle, great idea.

@khm2128

4 жыл бұрын

@@jeepster4u2003 My partner does the same thing but reuses a jar. He thinks he invented the soap idea, haha.

Yess! I had an L shaped bed/sectional sketched out just like this and I had no idea if it would work in a Ford Transit, this is amazing thank you!

What a gorgeous job you did with this tiny space! Wonderful! Happy trails....

Hey Josh thanks so much for this video! I have a 2012 Transit Connect so you’ve given me tons of ideas! ... especially the spit sink! Haha jk but super cool. I love your sun deck on top, great place to always keep the solar shower warm. Bummer about the gerry can thief; I keep mine in a big truck toolbox I’ve attached on the hitch. I also keep my Honda generator there. Once again thanks a lot for your super informative video. I’m on to watch your electrical video. Cheers.

Great van name ! One of the best First Lady's ever.

Super cool little van you've got there! Impressed by the clever use of the tiny space. It's tempting to try out that lifestyle!

About the light solution, you could still take the batteries out and power them via 5v (1.5v*3 = 4.5v, should be fine) if you wired them up in series. Could have the lights act as switches themselves as they are now or add in an additional switch to your panel

I found your van scrapped in upullyoupay near sothern Littleton i took everything out im going to watch your videos and put your set up in my ford transit, thanks for your great bideos im excited!

@Josh_Oakes

4 жыл бұрын

That’s amazing Dm me on Instagram @justamanwithavan

@charliegreska5240

4 жыл бұрын

I dont have an Instagram but maybe its time to make one

Pretty sweet. My brother has one of these transits that he uses for his job. I’m looking after it next week when he is on vacation, I might convert it to a camper as a surprise for him. Thanks for the inspiration!

@TheMsSEABORNE

5 жыл бұрын

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@balianto

5 жыл бұрын

Its been a year, did u end up doing it?

@dafss5971

5 жыл бұрын

Dont do it if he's using it for work he might need the space

@justburnss

4 жыл бұрын

This is so stupid

@georgekell2344

3 жыл бұрын

@tnecniv did you do it

Great work! Always nice to see a van BUILD and not just a cot and cooler tossed in the back! I'm currently building out my Astro, so I can relate to the limited space you had to work with.

Nice setup, you've done a great job and you make van life look good, simple and minimal.

I love your roof rack! Crackin effort

@Jalapeno1popper

6 жыл бұрын

HughTube I

@MrConnectify

6 жыл бұрын

HughTube

@toomypunthaluck2025

6 жыл бұрын

Me too

@nujaz

5 жыл бұрын

HughTube n

@lancebaker1374

5 жыл бұрын

Crackin to the max.

Well done man!

@Josh_Oakes

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm a big fan of your videos, keep up the good work!

Super functional, neat, clean and cool set up... love it! Thanks for sharing... happy trails❤️

I love your van design, it was simple and very useful.

Everyone thinks of the stereotypical dirty hippy when I talk about wanting a van to live in. Then I show them something like this and then they're jealous

@teatime8535

5 жыл бұрын

@Josh Renzo ok buddy

@antoniolugo440

4 жыл бұрын

Even I am jealous, and I want a band like that.

@beemo4

4 жыл бұрын

Josh Renzo hahaha no ama poop on your lawn and poop on your drive way, then piss on your door like a filthy dog!

@rosesanta7372

4 жыл бұрын

Josh Renzo some people are living there best life instead of calling name just wish them the best and keep it moving insulting people doesn’t make you better than anyone so here to you living your best life full of blessings happiness and love

@ellelane9432

4 жыл бұрын

@Josh Renzo Have fun working a job that you hate until you're 65 who wouldn't even blink an eye if you were to die tomorrow all for a wife who cheats on you and a mortgage that you can't afford. The American dream. 😘

vantastic my dude! I just bought a van so it is always sweet to see peoples style of conversions.

@kalloused

6 жыл бұрын

Don't live a van dude. Don't be a loser. Get a job and get an apartment or house.

@sandradrumm5803

6 жыл бұрын

Cody Elliott fantastic.

@toalampgt9938

6 жыл бұрын

kalloused fuck you and dont tell people to change their lifestyle

@laneferal6756

6 жыл бұрын

kalloused you sound like a sheep

This is by far my favourite van conversion. Brilliant use of space. And great choice of vehicle. Some people use LWB Sprinters and other huuuuuge vans. But they arent practical every day, especially here in the uk at least. But a normal sized van like this is far better. Bravo.

Dude I’m definitely saving this video as a reference for when I eventually do my own van build. Super simple setup where it’s good for short to medium trips away. I don’t want to get a big van for mine so this size is great.

This is probably the simplest conversion I've seen so far but honestly everything is just minimal, just what you need to go off roading or camping quick, nothing fancy just what you need I like it

Fantastic van coversion job for such a little van, this is a keeper

I been checking out builds like this and teardrop trailers, I randomly clicked on your video cuz i saw the skateboards hanging. Man I was surprised when you said your name! I'm a huge snowskate fan, and man the things you bring to the table on a snowskate! Its like the dawn of a new expressive movement and its progressing fast.

So good! This van build is my favorite one so far love the bed and the little baby sink lol

Great build mate. Good concise and humorous video. Good on you. I want to use my work van ( fiat Doblo in US RAM city I think ) for weekend trips for cycling and hill walking. Cheers

Kiwi Vanman 1 second ago Hi from all us vanners in New Zealand, Nice van well done, safe travels, William

Looks great and the workmanship and utility are awesome as well. Nice job!

Nicely designed and presented. I imagined with the roll down white shade that you were going to say you had a mini projector for a movie night. :) Very inspiring for my own van build. Thanks for sharing.

Like the build very much. Wish I was that talented.

How about a lockable box onto your roof rack to safeguard your next gas can...?

@maggieguarino6986

5 жыл бұрын

Joseph Erwin amazing...super like...

@BaldMancTwat

5 жыл бұрын

How bout a weight sensor on the rear ladder so if someone uses the ladder an alarm goes off and you can turn it on at night.

@liberator9248

5 жыл бұрын

Calmindigweed stooop

@rockngrannyroadwarrior8807

4 жыл бұрын

Why not just a simple great bicycle cable lock to lessen theft of gas can?

@51-FS

4 жыл бұрын

Or just right water on your gas can....

I love this van, think this is the best conversion I've seen thus far. If i decide to go through with this in the future i think ill definitely steal some ideas.

The bits of polish and forethought on many aspects of your van is really well done. There's a difference between "tossing some shit in the back of a van" and what you've done. Great work, dude. I was surprised that there wasn't something more "hold it in place" where the peanut butter, etc was. Did I just miss that part? The detail and again, forethought you've put into the van is extraordinary. The bed stuff, especially that is gets established and reset so quickly really is a great idea. My favorite portion is the ceiling mounted tap lights - that's some brilliant planning, dude. Well done.

@singmysong1167

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, loved his van build, also! But when I saw his can food loosely on shelf, was wondering too how did he prevent all them from flying off the shelf when he made a turn?

YEA, JOSH, I WATCHED ALL THE VAN BUILD VIDEOS BEFORE WATCHING THIS ONE. ALL I CAN SAY IS AWESOME DUDE, JUST AWESOME. VERY COOL BEANS DUDE.

To restore your headlights take some 1500 grit sandpaper and wet sand them until there is no more yellowish water coming from the sanding, then take some automotive clear coat and give them 2 coats 1 light one and then a full coverage one. let dry. if result comes out with a runny clear wet sand lightly with 1500 grit, then polish like you would car paint

@carlosleandry12

5 жыл бұрын

Spencer 7445 actually my teacher taught me that in tech school

@bradhartwig9124

5 жыл бұрын

Mothers Mag and aluminum wheel polish and a foam pad on a buffer. They come out looking like new. Wipe them down occasionally with vinyl protectant it'll last for about a year repeat process when it starts to dull.

Dude you are doing everything I dream of one day doing I’m working on getting myself a van to covert then making videos and traveling, skating, the whole bit. But yeah love you’re videos!

Best van organisation i have seen in a while !

I wish I had the skills to convert my van the way I see a lot of people on here me and my fiance are just starting out with Van life

Hey! I just got a 2012 transit connect this week. I’m really looking forward to building it out, and your build is super inspiring!! I really appreciate these videos you’re posting :) what’re your dimensions for your bed? I’d love to build something similar

Brilliant Josh!...what an ingenious layout.

That’s the best bed design I’ve seen, it’s dope

Killer van !!!

best minivan conversion! Everyone else's looks way too cluttered and dirty lol

@dharmasuu

6 жыл бұрын

Because it is not a minivan. And it is not "tiny" like the clickbait title describes.

@BruceLyeg

6 жыл бұрын

The Transit Connect is very small. Smaller than a Dodge Caravan, which is considered a minivan.

@logothaironsides2942

5 жыл бұрын

its a little bit bigger than a kangoo or dacia docker I think but still small for an American van.

Love your van! Same as mine! 2011 Transit van! Perfect for solo travelers!

Really loving your build. Im still really young but im planning to save up and getting a van to live in so im using videos as reference to see which kinds of rigs are the most convenient for myself. You sir have earned yourself a sub really enjoying your work and you seem really chill. Thanks for the video cant wait to see more! 🤙

Dude, you’ve been watching way too much peter mckinnon vlogs. 😂😂

Back van door + hoolahoop + shower curtain & rings + $15 water pump + hose + 5 gallon paint bucket = shower...or no pump, place on roof instead=shower! Lol

Fantastic design and execution. Love it! Congrats!

love your build! I just got a 2013 and did a conversion to live in it! Love my Connect!

nice.

This guy totally pees into that "Spit Sink"...

@1-Man

6 жыл бұрын

lol i was thinking the same thing ha ha

@Mevi

6 жыл бұрын

I read this comment and thought "what's a spit sink".... then I saw it and spat my drink. Yeah.

@isantaairlines2246

5 жыл бұрын

whats it to you if he does or doesn't ? its his property.

@lancebaker1374

5 жыл бұрын

Better to TOTALLY pee than partially.

@paaftube

5 жыл бұрын

Haha. He'll need a chopstick and a beer to help get rid of that one @Ben Grimm

That van is awesome! Im just starting on my first van and I’ll be using a few of your ideas for sure

Perfect little bachelor pad on wheels...very nice job...simple and sweet....not so overly complicated that one feels like they are being sardined...lol...love the size of the bed...thanks for the video and sharing the ideas and tips for us still in the process...travel safe my friend!

And I got a ford transit van ad halfway through this video 😂

@SidStrife

4 жыл бұрын

I did too but at the end of his video.

Where's the solar panel? You should get one

@fionafiona1146

5 жыл бұрын

If he is using all the roof space and driving much there might be no point, even if I'd prefer him to be more ecological.

@weswalker1208

5 жыл бұрын

I he's got at least a 4 cylinder generator

@valeriehancotte-galan4790

3 жыл бұрын

@@fionafiona1146 suitcase solar, portable

@fionafiona1146

3 жыл бұрын

@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 solar matts and awnings, people might not be in a position to reliability use them and that's sad

Bro that is so sick. I have the same van for work and it gets tight with tools and stuff etc. So dope

Nice job!,keep living the dream!

Is that a forest life hat???? No way 👍

How much was the Van purchase? And how much was the Conversion? Please advise!! Much thanks. Great job :)

Hi Josh, you made a great job !!! The van is just amazing !!

I was just watching the older video of the van before the rebuild. That set up was really good too but I saw how much mire you did with the insulating and woodwork. Is this new build heavier than old one and has it impacted gas mileage? You said in past video that you wanted space to walk through from rear do you think that could have been done to your old bed platforms? I am kind of modeling a build from your old setup the bed platforms I wanna be able to have them sectioned in quarters so I can have a pass through from rear to front. I love the fact you insulated whole thing . Custom rack on top is genius and have you slept up there yet? All in all awesome builds old and new thx for the inspiration