This is also why many folks install a small fan in the roof, but I could see how if you wanted to keep super stealth or not have to worry about potential leaking from the fan that this is a good way to approach things. Taking lots of notes for when I invest in a micro camper!
Just watched a vid on Van City Van Life where a Canadian couple applied bedliner to all interior metal surfaces where Insulation would typically installed. Except they did NOT install installation at all & they're been living fulltime for 3 years. Plus the bedliner acts as a thermal break as well To each their own
Good to see how nicely it can be done 👌 I'm considering using sound deadening on the cab ceiling (and elsewhere in the cab). I find the nv200 cab very noisy.
Hey James. Did you got problems 2 years after installing it? Just got my nv200. Thanks for the videos. I'm planning to put Armaflex 19mm all over the the van walls even in the cab ceiling. Live in Germany and planning to do winter camping(Germany) + Mediterranean trips.
Great videos, one thing though, I’m no expert but is that not just reflectix foil, so it just reflects radiant heat, yes good for vapor barriers but the R value is 0 so won’t provide any warmth benefits, what’s your opinion on this ? I have a Nissan NV 300 and am doing a build on it at the moment. Your videos have been great and I think I’ll be using your trick with the rubber seals on the doors for the stretch carpet.
Thanks, the brand is Thermawrap but similar to Reflectix I believe. The info says it has a R value of about 1.5 but I'm only using it to ensure that condensation doesn't form - I'm not sure I mentioned warmth or heat in the video. I'm aware that it's far from the best insulator but for a van that I sleep in less than 30 nights a year (and use as a day van the rest of the time) it meets my needs perfectly 👌 The walls and ceiling were dripping wet without it. Glad the videos are useful, good luck with the doors, really please I did mine that way as they look super smart!
@@LensOfJames ahh nice, wasn’t sure what your van use was, I’m keen to see your future videos on your van. Thanks James keep it up and have a great Christmas. Thanks Jay
I also have a Nissan nv200 I’m not sure what to do with the air bags? Did you have to remove them/ I’m worried to take things off and potentially cause a hazard if they inflate.
Hi, no I didn't remove any airbags. I'm not sure about the Tekna model, but mine's an Acenta and only has airbags in the front and I haven't had to do any work up there.
Hi, it's because I would be carpeting over the foil in the back of the van and didn't want it to sag, or because the foil was in a hard to tape area, but the headliner covers the foil in the front so I just taped the edges.
Has this worked out for you James? I have been sleeping in my van and I have noticed some marks appearing on the liner of my cab. Trying to to work out the best solution. Thank in advance!
Woah... you glossed over a tricky bit... The door seals, celing clips, visor & light fitting are super easy to take off hut the visor clips & rear mirror housing have been VERY stubborn. Do rhe clips just pull off? Im frightened of breaking them because i think teyd be a nightmare to replace
Hi, I found they were both fairly straight forward to get off, you just need a set trim removal tools so as not to damage them. If in doubt, go really slowly and look for the areas providing the most movement, as this is generally where they're connected to the van. Best of luck!
Fantastic as always James. I just bought a 2012 nv200 and I've been studying your videos closely, I have gotten so much from them, thank you. Quick question I had the van professionally cleaned/shampooed (just seats and upholstery in the front as the previous owner was a smoker), I asked for the headliner to be cleaned and the guy said he could only dry clean it, needless to say, it doesn't look much better, maybe worse! This video has inspired me to take it down and clean it myself. What was the cleaner you used and given the flimsy foam backing were you not concerned? Thanks keep up the great work! Alex
This is great James. I just bought my Combi. It's got a leaking rear plastic roof clip, just like in your other video. I took the rear lining off and it was very wet everywhere. No mould though. I'm not concerned though, thermalwrap is on its way. Really appreciate your videos, thanks.
I wouldn't mind wagering it reduces the amount of background noise in the cab area too. I wonder if conversion companies think to do this on their van conversation? 🤔
Am I missing something or are you likely to just trap the condensation on the other side of the foil? I could see that on a low humidity day you would just have dry air trapped, but isn't there a future problem in trapping moisture?
It's a possibility, but I performed numerous tests before I started insulating my van, and had slept in the van without foil insulation (which was the cause of a lot of condensation) and also with insulation and it really does make a difference. Not the best insulator by any means, but for my budget and how I use the van (sleep in it less than 30 nights a year) it's the ideal solution!
@@LensOfJames Hi. Having just insulated the cab, I can now see why you didn't go for the recycled insulation. The clearance of the headlining is pretty close in some places and it's difficult to get a good profile that doesn't cause fit problems with the liner. It turns out that the insulated bubble wrap is designed to be used with an air gap to achieve its insulating properties. The gap between the liner and the roof potentially creates this air gap. As I'm interested in keeping heat out on hot days, I decided to also stick a layer of insulated bubble wrap onto the top of the headlining. It's a simple process. I'd recommend carpet tape as well as spray glue to help get a close fit if you were looking to try yourself
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Great vid once again! Thanks for documenting the ease of removing the
NV200 headliner for those of us who have been hesitant to remove ours.
:)
I was reluctant but it was a lot easier than thought!
This is also why many folks install a small fan in the roof, but I could see how if you wanted to keep super stealth or not have to worry about potential leaking from the fan that this is a good way to approach things. Taking lots of notes for when I invest in a micro camper!
I binge watched your van videos. You're brilliant! MOAR PLEASE
Very well done sir. Doing it right the first time always pays off
Good idea u found condensation and fixed it right away.
Just watched a vid on Van City Van Life where a Canadian couple applied bedliner to all interior metal surfaces where Insulation would typically installed. Except they did NOT install installation at all & they're been living fulltime for 3 years. Plus the bedliner acts as a thermal break as well
To each their own
Good to see how nicely it can be done 👌
I'm considering using sound deadening on the cab ceiling (and elsewhere in the cab). I find the nv200 cab very noisy.
You have a knack to filmmaking and narration, not to mention van interiors!
Thanks, that's very kind!
👍 that's a job to do before too long !
félicitations, merci pour vos excellents conseils
Hey James. Did you got problems 2 years after installing it? Just got my nv200. Thanks for the videos. I'm planning to put Armaflex 19mm all over the the van walls even in the cab ceiling. Live in Germany and planning to do winter camping(Germany) + Mediterranean trips.
Great videos, one thing though, I’m no expert but is that not just reflectix foil, so it just reflects radiant heat, yes good for vapor barriers but the R value is 0 so won’t provide any warmth benefits, what’s your opinion on this ?
I have a Nissan NV 300 and am doing a build on it at the moment. Your videos have been great and I think I’ll be using your trick with the rubber seals on the doors for the stretch carpet.
Thanks, the brand is Thermawrap but similar to Reflectix I believe. The info says it has a R value of about 1.5 but I'm only using it to ensure that condensation doesn't form - I'm not sure I mentioned warmth or heat in the video. I'm aware that it's far from the best insulator but for a van that I sleep in less than 30 nights a year (and use as a day van the rest of the time) it meets my needs perfectly 👌 The walls and ceiling were dripping wet without it. Glad the videos are useful, good luck with the doors, really please I did mine that way as they look super smart!
@@LensOfJames ahh nice, wasn’t sure what your van use was, I’m keen to see your future videos on your van. Thanks James keep it up and have a great Christmas. Thanks Jay
Front doors insulated?
Is insulation will cover me from -30 cold ???
I also have a Nissan nv200 I’m not sure what to do with the air bags? Did you have to remove them/ I’m worried to take things off and potentially cause a hazard if they inflate.
Hi, no I didn't remove any airbags. I'm not sure about the Tekna model, but mine's an Acenta and only has airbags in the front and I haven't had to do any work up there.
I’m scared to take anything like that off in case I can’t get it back on as my van is my only vehicle
That’s a handy tip/mod. I never gave the cab roof a thought. 👍🏻 I’ll be doing mine too😀
Hi James, can I ask why you just taped the foil on in the cab but glued it on everywhere else? Love the videos.
Hi, it's because I would be carpeting over the foil in the back of the van and didn't want it to sag, or because the foil was in a hard to tape area, but the headliner covers the foil in the front so I just taped the edges.
@@LensOfJames Ok thanks. I'm planning to ply over the foil in the back, would taping it on work just as well as glueing it on in that case?
Yeah, taping it on is the preferred method!
You should have replaced the incandescent light bulbs. Just do it, you will thank me later.
Replace them with LEDs? Why?
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Has this worked out for you James? I have been sleeping in my van and I have noticed some marks appearing on the liner of my cab. Trying to to work out the best solution. Thank in advance!
Hi, yes it has, I haven't seen any marks on the headliner at all since!
Woah... you glossed over a tricky bit... The door seals, celing clips, visor & light fitting are super easy to take off hut the visor clips & rear mirror housing have been VERY stubborn. Do rhe clips just pull off? Im frightened of breaking them because i think teyd be a nightmare to replace
Hi, I found they were both fairly straight forward to get off, you just need a set trim removal tools so as not to damage them. If in doubt, go really slowly and look for the areas providing the most movement, as this is generally where they're connected to the van. Best of luck!
@@LensOfJames thanks so much for taking the time to reply :)
Thanks for bringing that point up, you just convinced me to insulate/vapour barrier under the headliner in the cockpit of my Promaster City.
Fantastic as always James.
I just bought a 2012 nv200 and I've been studying your videos closely, I have gotten so much from them, thank you.
Quick question I had the van professionally cleaned/shampooed (just seats and upholstery in the front as the previous owner was a smoker), I asked for the headliner to be cleaned and the guy said he could only dry clean it, needless to say, it doesn't look much better, maybe worse! This video has inspired me to take it down and clean it myself. What was the cleaner you used and given the flimsy foam backing were you not concerned? Thanks keep up the great work! Alex
do you think the moisture has to do with where you live? in a hotter climate would the moisture dry out?
Great work. Installing a vent fan on the roof should minimize condensation.
Here in Texas, an insulated car is a must. Summers here are brutal.
This is great James. I just bought my Combi. It's got a leaking rear plastic roof clip, just like in your other video.
I took the rear lining off and it was very wet everywhere. No mould though.
I'm not concerned though, thermalwrap is on its way.
Really appreciate your videos, thanks.
Thanks, glad you like the videos!
Thanks for all the helpful videos! I’m just curious how you handle ventilation in the van not having a ceiling vent fan ? Would love to know. Thanks!
I just crack the windows a bit. Wind deflectors keep any rain out 👍
I wouldn't mind wagering it reduces the amount of background noise in the cab area too. I wonder if conversion companies think to do this on their van conversation? 🤔
I haven't driven the van much since doing it, but it made a big difference when I insulated the back of the van!
Hi James - how effective is the roof insulation at keeping the heat out from the mediterranean sun?
Hi David, I couldn't tell you as I live in England, but I would consider using a better quality product for those conditions.
This has no insulation qualities,its a vapour barrier
Am I missing something or are you likely to just trap the condensation on the other side of the foil? I could see that on a low humidity day you would just have dry air trapped, but isn't there a future problem in trapping moisture?
It's a possibility, but I performed numerous tests before I started insulating my van, and had slept in the van without foil insulation (which was the cause of a lot of condensation) and also with insulation and it really does make a difference. Not the best insulator by any means, but for my budget and how I use the van (sleep in it less than 30 nights a year) it's the ideal solution!
@@LensOfJames Hi. Having just insulated the cab, I can now see why you didn't go for the recycled insulation. The clearance of the headlining is pretty close in some places and it's difficult to get a good profile that doesn't cause fit problems with the liner. It turns out that the insulated bubble wrap is designed to be used with an air gap to achieve its insulating properties. The gap between the liner and the roof potentially creates this air gap. As I'm interested in keeping heat out on hot days, I decided to also stick a layer of insulated bubble wrap onto the top of the headlining. It's a simple process. I'd recommend carpet tape as well as spray glue to help get a close fit if you were looking to try yourself
I suppose the insulation acts as a moisture barrier to stop the water vapour getting up there in the first place? Great video, thanks!
Thanks for the video. Merry Christmas !!!