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Vincent The Van
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 28 มี.ค. 2021
Converting my 2013 Nissan NV200 into a camper van.
Nissan NV200 Van Conversion | Swivel Seats pt.2 | Driver's seat | Van life
In this video we install a swivel plate onto the driver's seat, so both seats can turn around.
To do this we had to undo some of the work we did on the passenger swivel. Here's a rough bullet list of what we did to get the swivels to work:
1. Had the handbrake moved forward and down by a friendly neighbourhood mechanic so the swivel could clear it. Took the casing off the handbrake.
2. Took seat brackets off the passenger seat and put them on driver's seat plate to raise it up (The driver's side did not have the same seat brackets)
3. Removed the small seat brackets that were attached to the driver's seat runners
4. Attached the swivel plate to the seat base
5. Attached the driver's seat to the swivel plate via the runners
6. Attached the passenger seat with swivel plate straight onto the passenger seat base (this was much easier to do without the brackets)
This was a complicated job and we messed up a few times along the way. But we muddled through and by the end we had two functioning swivel seats, which we're going to use to form part of our bed.
Check out our first video if you're looking to turn your passenger's seat into a captain's chair: th-cam.com/video/ti3u3d0Z74M/w-d-xo.html
What we used:
-Swivel plates: www.swivel-seats.com/product/manufacturer/fasp/fasp-vw-transporter-t4-1997-onwards-seat-turntable-swivel/
Thanks for watching!
Music: bensound.com
To do this we had to undo some of the work we did on the passenger swivel. Here's a rough bullet list of what we did to get the swivels to work:
1. Had the handbrake moved forward and down by a friendly neighbourhood mechanic so the swivel could clear it. Took the casing off the handbrake.
2. Took seat brackets off the passenger seat and put them on driver's seat plate to raise it up (The driver's side did not have the same seat brackets)
3. Removed the small seat brackets that were attached to the driver's seat runners
4. Attached the swivel plate to the seat base
5. Attached the driver's seat to the swivel plate via the runners
6. Attached the passenger seat with swivel plate straight onto the passenger seat base (this was much easier to do without the brackets)
This was a complicated job and we messed up a few times along the way. But we muddled through and by the end we had two functioning swivel seats, which we're going to use to form part of our bed.
Check out our first video if you're looking to turn your passenger's seat into a captain's chair: th-cam.com/video/ti3u3d0Z74M/w-d-xo.html
What we used:
-Swivel plates: www.swivel-seats.com/product/manufacturer/fasp/fasp-vw-transporter-t4-1997-onwards-seat-turntable-swivel/
Thanks for watching!
Music: bensound.com
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Nissan NV200 Conversion | Installing windows | Van life
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This week we installed two tinted windows on the passenger side of our Nissan NV200. After a minor blip (a leaky window) we had two functional water proof windows! Here are the materials we used for this job: Windows and installation kit - Van Pimps: www.vanpimps.co.uk/product-category/nissan/nissan-nv200/nv200-windows/ Would definitely recommend these and Van Pimps customer service was really ...
Nissan NV200 Van Conversion | Swivel Seats | Van life
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This week we installed a swivel seat into our Nissan NV200 camper conversion. It was a trial and error process - with lots of error - but by the end we had a successful swivelling seat. Credit to Sam for doing most of the work on this one. Check out our other video where we install a swivel plate onto the driver’s seat too: th-cam.com/video/-MGV8IPesH4/w-d-xo.html What we used: -Swivel plates: ...
May I ask what products you are using for the cleaning? 🙏🏻
How was handbrake lowered
That magnet is simply a magnetic phone holder from a previous owner thats fallen down under the seat at some point
I wonder how these hold up in a car accident
Very adventurous. Surprised by lack of protection whilst using grinder though. Music too loud btw, it's already very noisy.
I’m really happy to see the bulkhead removal, windows installation and swivelling seats… it gives me faith in doing it myself thanks 😊. It would be great to see what else you have done to the van, assuming it’s finished or closer to finished now?
ac wont be too much cool after that if the weather season is hot
Hi, thanks for the video. Bought a similar van, but an import with electric brake. This is a good idea as gets over the problem. Professional converters seem to tell me a swivel base not available. Fitted a universal to a transit previously but no experience with nissan. Where did you get yours, how much and link please?
Very nice
DId you not take this any further? Looking to get an nv200 and watching as many builds on them as I can find
I think they split up after this video
why was it a mistake to put the rubber strip over both inner and outer metal skin? wouldnt it look better if both skin edges were covered?
Sounds a nightmare
love the videos sam and nancy:) HUGH
This alters the design of the seat and seatbelt system. And Voids their compliance with the legal requirements. Just because it get a Warrant of fitness by a local testing station does not mean it's legal or fit to be on the road. Check with the local authorities on the compliance issues Before you do this.
its fine, they havent touched the seat belt system and you only turn the seat around when parked, if they get into a crash while driving its the belt and its fixings (unmodified) that take all your weight and stop you flying into the windscreen, not the seat
@@Fromatic The seatbelt buckle is attached to the seat. Whose attachment to the floor has been changed. Therefore the seatbelt and seat attachment system has been altered. Maybe it's ok maybe not. . I strongly recommend that the mods get certified.
@@BlueJazzBoyNZ yes good point with the buckle end attached to the seat, but I still think the risk is small if the swivel base is bolted in properly. Though I was surprised by the amount of cutting away at the base they seemed to have to do
This is awesome, not being able to get the drivers seat to swivel for the extra space has been making me hold off doing an env200 conversion. Keep holding out in the hope one of the trim levels would have an electric parking brake to get rid of the problem altogether.
Also bit cheeky of me but any chance you can go into any more detail with the handbrake modification? I know you didn't do it yourselves but did you have much trouble finding someone to do it/ did they say it was much of a headache? Also do you have to release the handbrake to rotate the seat or are you able to keep it applied? I've considered dropping it and keeping the foot brake applied while rotating, but a bit risky and asking for an accident to happen.
Nice video, about to begin this task myself. Can I ask where you sourced the new sliding rails from for the passenger seat?
I also would like to know, but it seems like you don't answer questions here :(
Like to know also
Try taking your FaceMask off when explaining and try and communicate clearly
Is the bulkhead reuseable after it's been removed or does it get damaged? And those bolts you cut off, are they threaded but just have rounded heads? I want to install one in a similar van and wondering if it's possible to buy the bulkhead from ebay and fit it with standard bolts from a DIY store.
Is removing the bulkhead legal? I thought that was a requirement for vans.
I'm not sure there is a definite requirement, I had a Suzuki Carry which does not have one at all. My concern here would be whether the bulkhead adds stiffness to the body. I was looking at NV200 vans but in the end bought the MPV version. I am removing the third row of seats for everyday use but may also remove the middle row for holidays.
Is there a link where you got swivel base ?
I can't wait for the end result! :)
Also check out Lens Of James on TH-cam
We've been watching his videos, they're great!
Love the conversion. When its done you will love it, you can park in any car park & you still have a camper van. I love mine.
Thanks! We're really excited to finish it :)
Keep up the Good work ... you re doing an Amazing job ! Can t wait to see it completed 🚐 Happy Travels Await You Both 😍😎 x
Thanks for the lovely message! ❤️
Well done guys ....I did say that cable was probably that 😉 keep up the fab work guys top stuff 😘
You were right! Thanks John 😊
Coming along nicely 🙂👍
Please use the camera in horizontal, we'll see much more! Would you add links about the used items (ie the plate) to the description. What happened to the magnet, and what is that wire for? Thanks!
Hi, thanks for the suggestion! We realised this after editing the first couple of videos and have started filming horizontally so watch this space for the next videos :) We worked out that the wire is actually to do with a pressure sensor in the seat, which is connected to the seatbelt warning sign. The previous owner had disconnected it so the seatbelt alarm didn't go off when he put something heavy on the chair. The magnet is still a bit of a mystery but we'll keep you updated if we figure it out! I will add the links for everything we used in the description
Hey! Which platform manufacturer are you using?
Hi! Sorry not exactly sure what you mean here, are you asking about the swivel plates?
@@vincentthevan1475 yes!
@@adventures_papa They're FASP VW Transporter T4 1997 onward seat swivels. You can find them here: www.swivel-seats.com/product/manufacturer/fasp/fasp-vw-transporter-t4-1997-onwards-seat-turntable-swivel/ :)
Great job Sam Keep up the good work 😍...x
Your audio levels are perfect...👍
excellent stuff Sam looking good ....You two will get there in the end ....and then the world is your lobster xx
Wow Great work Sam and Nancy! Hope to see further updates. Aunti Nic x
Thanks Auntie Nic x
That van should be called vincenso it speaks fluent italian 🤣😂🤣
Great job ...have fun 👍🙂
Excellent.....great job guys ....im sure you will have many adventures 😘
Thanks John ! 😊