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Ford Transit Camper Conversion: 10 Biggest Regrets + Top Tips
Welcome to my channel! In this video, I'm sharing my experience with my DIY Ford Transit camper conversion. Join me as I discuss the top 10 things I regret about my camper build. This video will be helpful for anyone who has a camper or is considering a similar project.
10 - 00:21 (The waste position)
9 - 00:50 (I need more USB-C'S)
8 - 01:19 (Not enough water)
7 - 01:38 (More ventilation)
6 - 01:56 (Too much paint)
5 - 02:30 (Toilet)
4 - 02:58 (More spotlights in cabin)
3 - 03:20 - (The bed gap)
2 - 04:18 - (The diesel heater saga)
1 - 04:49 )TOP SECRET)
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Welcome to my channel! In this video, I'm sharing my experience with my DIY Ford Transit camper conversion. Join me as I discuss the top 5 things I love about my camper build, the top 5 things I wish I had done differently, and my top 5 tips for anyone who has a camper or is considering a similar project. Top 5 things I love 1 - 00:16 (the step) 2 - 00:52 (the swivel table leg) 3 - 01:22 (the s...
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  • @overland-gaming
    @overland-gaming 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Some nice tips, cheers mate!

  • @DaphneRandle
    @DaphneRandle 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Subscribed, thank you for the tips! 😊

  • @angeladawn805
    @angeladawn805 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Going forward, I wouldn't build a hotel on wheels. I live in a very earthquake prone prone country, so I like to keep keep things simple and light - and my next van build is more focused on overlanding and camping. Essentially it's a metal tent, not a tiny home

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I think you might be onto something with that in all honesty. Overloading is cool, are you thinking of doing a defender conversion? I’d be interested to hear about it!

  • @owenthomas7678
    @owenthomas7678 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Is the normal hight transit custom the same width as your van ?

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I just had a look on Google and the H2 and H3 all have the same width dimensions. The transit custom will be narrower though

  • @arturbalint6707
    @arturbalint6707 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very interesting and informative., thank you for the video. Just wondering if you did all the work on the van conversion (including the electrics) and how long did it take (any chance for costs as well to give people an indication...). Overall great tips to look out for!

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you :) The complete build took me 4 weeks to complete, I did everything myself including the electrics. Sure, I’ll put together a price breakdown video in the next few weeks 👍🏽 Thanks for watching

  • @rachelfrossard
    @rachelfrossard 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It looks like SWB. My one is MWB, and it's longer than that.

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      A couple of people have said this in the past, I’ts L2 H3.. is that SWB or MWB? I’m so confused 🤣

  • @Convert_and_explore
    @Convert_and_explore 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Here are the field tested results from my 4 week build, hope you find them helpful ✌🏼

  • @JamieHarding5
    @JamieHarding5 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video mate. You covered so many points in a short time.Very good.👏👏👍

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad you liked it mate, I’ll catch up with your latest one this eve 👍🏽

    • @JamieHarding5
      @JamieHarding5 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Convert_and_explore Later in the week pal. I'm way behind on quite a lot. I watch all I'm subbed too, it can take ages. Some up 45-1 hour that's too much sometimes for me to keep up with. You probably had a fun over paint it, no don't paint it😂👍

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah that sounds very time consuming! Haha that’s exactly how it happened! she wanted paint and I didn’t, so we compromised and went for paint 🤣

    • @JamieHarding5
      @JamieHarding5 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @Convert_and_explore 😂👏👏👍 I noticed though you said on the next van just wood😉 You hoping to sell and change it this year?

  • @SweetEnduro
    @SweetEnduro 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Pop up toilet is good for emergencies and don’t take up much space, only problem is the smell so make sure you park near some good bins lol.

  • @Mryoutubeuk
    @Mryoutubeuk 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great advice, thank you 🙏🏼

  • @Kobesantics
    @Kobesantics 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very helpful ✌🏼

  • @FreeTech-no.1
    @FreeTech-no.1 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    oh dear are you experimenting your content. Which is not good for your cannel subscribers and random viewers

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Nope, these are videos from our camper trips :)

  • @MRGAUNTLET8891
    @MRGAUNTLET8891 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Convert and Explore superbly fantastically magnificent brilliantly excellently superlative

  • @christinamacintyre9972
    @christinamacintyre9972 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great tips there - mainly because i have just finished the build and i recognise them as great tips too

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you :) was it a transit that you converted?

  • @IntoMotivate
    @IntoMotivate 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What about a fishing rod for sexy horny fish

  • @IntoMotivate
    @IntoMotivate 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great Video

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Omg thank you so much let’s go fishing some time

  • @Mryoutubeuk
    @Mryoutubeuk 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    🤣🤣

  • @gencthebest
    @gencthebest 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @LesleyPhillips-vr7rc
    @LesleyPhillips-vr7rc 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oh Kobe.....😅🧸. 💥He needs a mate...or a vet....👏👏

  • @rhiarebecca2000
    @rhiarebecca2000 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ‘Just tryna have some privacy, just go inside and pretend it’s not happening’

  • @scottanonymous798
    @scottanonymous798 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Kobe the sex addict

  • @traceywatson5452
    @traceywatson5452 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Kobe and Teddy trying it al fresco...😂

  • @liztully5571
    @liztully5571 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Bud is just to young for this 😂

  • @jamieb0tc
    @jamieb0tc 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lol 😆

  • @alivianewton-barber2404
    @alivianewton-barber2404 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lmao

  • @cocobear1974
    @cocobear1974 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    😂😂ha ha 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣❤

  • @Convert_and_explore
    @Convert_and_explore 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Please can you guys suggest some other easy meals for me to cook! ✌🏼thanks in advance 😊

  • @Mryoutubeuk
    @Mryoutubeuk 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very good video, made me laugh 😂

  • @DoggyU
    @DoggyU 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video! I've had two different vans and am looking at my third. Great review/tips!

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad it was helpful! Which van are you looking at?

    • @DoggyU
      @DoggyU 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Convert_and_explore Ford Transit AWD - I've had one professionally converted, and one that I used a kit for and did some myself. Trying to figure out what I'm doing for the third or if I'm going pre-done class b RV. We'll see!

  • @BushkayakersAustralia
    @BushkayakersAustralia 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    toilet paper ?

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Good shout!

    • @BushkayakersAustralia
      @BushkayakersAustralia 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Convert_and_explore dont use those wipes unless you burn or take them out with you . They are not biodegradable

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@BushkayakersAustralia I always take them away with me, never leave anything on site

    • @BushkayakersAustralia
      @BushkayakersAustralia 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Convert_and_explore I meant use them for toilet paper . People use them for toilet paper and bury it then later the wipes always rise to the surface eventually .

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@BushkayakersAustralia oh really? Yeah I wouldn’t be doing that, they’re not biodegradable

  • @dino19671
    @dino19671 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your mat is probably more important than your bag, truth be known.

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah possibly, guess it’s based on the individual. I just like being warm and would sacrifice comfort for it 🤣

    • @jonsutcliffe8508
      @jonsutcliffe8508 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It’s not just about comfort - your mat can make a massive difference to your warmth (which is why lots of people use a good mat and a quilt. Most people would say you should stuff your bag rather than roll it (then you don’t always compress it in the same place and reduce its longevity)

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@jonsutcliffe8508 that does make sense to be fair. Thanks for your advice 🙏🏼

  • @adventuresinblackandwhite
    @adventuresinblackandwhite 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just stumbled on your account - fab video. Good tips that I hadn't heard before. Gave you a subscribe as it's criminal that you've not got 1000k subs yet 😊 coming from another start up TH-camr

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you :) means a lot. I have subscribed to your channel too! Just got to keep up the grind, one day it might pay off 🤣

  • @HolisticHabitat
    @HolisticHabitat 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What is a bulkhead ?

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It’s the bit of metal/plastic that separates the cabin from the load area of the van

  • @Mryoutubeuk
    @Mryoutubeuk 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very helpful, thank you :)

  • @user-op3oz1tm1v
    @user-op3oz1tm1v 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great rucksack

  • @user-op3oz1tm1v
    @user-op3oz1tm1v 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Do you have a gardener? The basket on the table is amazing.

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah the Gardners are pretty good to be fair, cracking chefs too they are

  • @user-zt9ub1le3r
    @user-zt9ub1le3r 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I hope you packed that caterpillar 🤣

  • @roamer1588
    @roamer1588 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How about rain guards on your front windows..then you can crack one or both windows an inch or two for ventilation...and the vehicle is still safe at night.👍

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      They’re in the video! Tip no. 4 - 11:44 ✌🏼

    • @roamer1588
      @roamer1588 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Convert_and_explore 👍👍....got it thanks

  • @bassfilmco2739
    @bassfilmco2739 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video, will have to check that route out. 👌🏻

  • @herbmanning8348
    @herbmanning8348 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I agree with all of your points.

  • @aidanschulze1572
    @aidanschulze1572 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Guy got bored of doing the voice recording really quickly.

  • @JamieHarding5
    @JamieHarding5 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Cool👌 Great spot.

  • @JamieHarding5
    @JamieHarding5 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hello mate. Really enjoyed that. Bummer you forgot the lighter. You got by though. Could have been much worse, terrible weather no views. You had perfect weather lots go there and It’s awful. I always forgot something. I fell on my video and kept it in. It’s a good fall too.😂 Great watch and a big thumbs up from me.👍

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hi mate, thanks for your comment :) yeah you’re right, I did have it good with the weather! Wish I was up there with the northern lights the other night though, that would have been amazing! I’ll watch your video when I get home 👍🏽

  • @nickielawrence9370
    @nickielawrence9370 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lovely lakeside camp, think you should always take a lighter and matches just in case. Hope you do more camping videos soon

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you, I really enjoyed it! Yeah I will do going forward. I was gutted when I realised I had forgotten it 🤣 I have many more planned this year, I just need to get better at filming! Thank you for watching :)

  • @hikesome
    @hikesome 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I can almost feel the fresh air just by watching this. Amazing job on showcasing the beauty of nature! Looks like a wonderful adventure you guys had out there

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you :) yeah, we had a great time!

  • @Mryoutubeuk
    @Mryoutubeuk 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fantastic video my friend, great shots and lovely scenery! 👌🏽

  • @thomasucc
    @thomasucc 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Dude, you have a great pair of legs

  • @mountainstream8351
    @mountainstream8351 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Tip #5! You can't have a beer when you are parked at night in your camping area? That is horrible.

    • @Convert_and_explore
      @Convert_and_explore 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah.. slightly ruins the whole point of camping doesn’t it 🤣