As long as I can cool beers, and charge my phone, the rest doesn't matter much. But you guys, do your best !!! We are all looking forward to see how it's.done propperly.
HONESTLY, 2 hours ago I was sitting wishing: that Blake could post a new Blake builds series...and I was thinking about were to post my wish so it was seen... Apparently GMBN are granting wishes nowadays as well! Sooo, for my second wish I want a top notch Enduro e-mtb and for my third wish an all inclusive week long trip to Whistler's opening week, thanks a ton in advance!!
The dent you added to the top back drivers side corner is traditional for all new van drivers, three of my friends vans have the exact same dent, good luck with the build
Whut up from California! These same vans are taking over around here... ya I bought one... but with the mighty 3.8L V6... lots of POWER and works just as well hauling all my tool as it does our biKes. Looking forward to the build👍
My Boi and I keep hitting refresh in anticipation of episode 2. These are all so good we love Blake builds, they provide no end entertainment on rainy days in Lymington 🤙 shot bru!
it's funny how biking opens up an entirely new part of your brain sometimes...if your dont run your bike aint going anywhere...nice job Blake. proud of you.
This really looks like fun. Love everything you do Blake. Hope to build my own van for bikes someday. I'm in So. Cal USA, and my grandpa was from London. Hope to visit Wales someday too. I'm an old guy now, but love mountain biking and try to watch as much GMBN as possible. Can't wait to see the next episode.
Wowowow its dream come true, cant wait to see what is coming up next and what will be the final result. I`ll stole some ideas for my future bike van ;)
In the UK you could do this with a GT86 if you only want a bike or two. You just have to pitch a tent seperately and rely on campsite provisions. Thing is, where are you going to go where you can "wild camp" a transit?
Blake finally realises that it rains a lot in the UK and people steal stuff if left in back of pickups. Glad you are now part of the Van4Life community Blakester
Just be sure to take into consideration maintenance access in odd places. Recently watched a van life video in which the owner of a Dodge Pro Master was unable to have the van's power mirrors diagnosed/repaired because the build had 'permanently' covered over the driver (American) side inner rear corner of the van, about midway up. Apparently there's an access panel in that location with a diagnostic(?) port. The owner resorted to temporarily turning the power mirrors into manuals by gaffer taping them in place as a short-term fix.
Love it! And I think a van build dovetails perfectly with MTB'ing. In the planning phases right now to sell my daily driver and replace it with an MTB/camper/overland van.
I know this is going to be a good one! But at the moment you say "exactly the right tools for the job" ( 1:26 ) you use a thin disc as a deburring tool. If not used lateral they can potentially shatter, and at those speeds it is quite the show
Good on ya mate, I've done one a couple of years ago... don't forget to think of space for one or multiple surfboards! Best of luck and lots of fun to you and your mates 😀
I love a Blake builds episode. I think Blake needs his own TH-cam channel, be full of awesome riding and building. Blake Builds & Rides Channel. I can't wait to see how the van looks at the end.
You know what would be great .... If you guys at GMBN hadn't said anything about this project and then dropped all episodes to binge watch at the Christmas holidays! ❤ I'd happily pay a patreon/subscription to see extended videos of these. 😉
Will you be re-registering it as a camper van? It's worth pointing out if it remains a van you are limited to 60mph on dual carriageways. Worth noting because I know a few that have been caught out with that.
Looks exactly like the US version of the Transit, but we only get the RWD/AWD version, no FWD. Diesels are also rare on US Transits, most of ours have a petrol V6 though I've seen a few with the 3.2L diesel. Still probably the best platform around for a camper van conversion, MB Sprinters are VERY expensive stateside, Ram Pro Masters are an alternative but are FWD only and have very little ground clearance (they are based off some Fiat van). Traditional American style vans, which are all RWD and tend to have big V8 engines don't have the high roofline that Euro style vans have so lack room to convert.
What features would you have in your ultimate MTB van? Let us know 👇
Automatic gearbox
Place to park the bikes, secure food, sleeping area for 2nd driver for long trips. Looking forward to this series!
Always wanted to have a roof tent but I fell in love with the beauer 3x^^
As long as I can cool beers, and charge my phone, the rest doesn't matter much. But you guys, do your best !!! We are all looking forward to see how it's.done propperly.
Solar power, a bed, a toilet, a kitchen and all the tools to maintain my bikes.
These Blake builds always gets me hyped
That's rad to hear 🙌 Hope you like this series Dylan! 👊
Thanks dude. Hope you enjoy this series
me too
Same
So good of you to build me a van. Thanks Blake
😂 pest.
For a few £££££ and a Orbea I’m sure I can be tempted to build you one 😀
@@BearMetalBehindTheBuilds let me have a look behind the sofa…
@@BearMetalBehindTheBuilds Hey Neil! I’d take the offer up 100%
@@Zimblake you’ll be helping me!!
I’m so glad Blake’s builds is back!! Sick videos👏🏽
I've not really been feeling the GMBN videos for a while. But this series is gonna be a must watch for sure!
Very dull aye, repeating crap, more doddy and blake, less everyone else.. especially Martyn
@@MrSupermugen Must be a baby in here because all I hear is whinging and crying
@@The_Real_JN do you accept bad quality videos?
@@MrSupermugen quality is subjective so I can't answer that question
@@fastemx what makes you think I'm a fan boy? This guy was annoyed just because *he* doesn't like the vid. I never expressed my opinion of the videos
Blake’s happy personality makes my day.
Nice calender mr jones.
Leaving a comment to feed the algorithm. I hope this series keeps coming.
Sad to see that Jeff is gone, but this build will be amazing!!
Had to happen I’m afraid, but so far the build is going very well!!
HONESTLY, 2 hours ago I was sitting wishing: that Blake could post a new Blake builds series...and I was thinking about were to post my wish so it was seen... Apparently GMBN are granting wishes nowadays as well!
Sooo, for my second wish I want a top notch Enduro e-mtb and for my third wish an all inclusive week long trip to Whistler's opening week, thanks a ton in advance!!
Hahaha I wish I could make your 2nd wish come true Simon.
@@Zimblake 😂 but mind bending that you managed the first one 👀
@@Zimblake congrats on the second burst of life your awaiting!! They really are something else, the little ones 👻
Me too.....
Blake is that kind of person who can be a good host at anything. Love this guy no homo.
ya he has the vibe!
Water storage for washing the bike and inverter to run the compressor to dry off the bike.
All coming in a later episode!
Yes Blake... just me cup of tea this... looking forward to the progress
The dent you added to the top back drivers side corner is traditional for all new van drivers, three of my friends vans have the exact same dent, good luck with the build
I love ‘Blake Builds’ videos… they make everyone so happy!! 😁
Stoked to hear that Bill. Thanks.
It’s always a good day working with Blake!
Whut up from California! These same vans are taking over around here... ya I bought one... but with the mighty 3.8L V6... lots of POWER and works just as well hauling all my tool as it does our biKes. Looking forward to the build👍
My Boi and I keep hitting refresh in anticipation of episode 2. These are all so good we love Blake builds, they provide no end entertainment on rainy days in Lymington 🤙 shot bru!
it's funny how biking opens up an entirely new part of your brain sometimes...if your dont run your bike aint going anywhere...nice job Blake. proud of you.
These series with Blake are amazing. I smell a lot of views here!
BEST VIDEO EVER. CAN'T WAIT FOR MORE EPISODES.
I'm working on my own van project this year!
TH-cam algorithm finally gave something worth watching
Keep up the upbeat vids dude.
Has a backup camera and bumper sensors, but those are not needed because of the camera. First thing Blake does is backup into something…😀
I'm building my Mountain Bike Van Life conversion in Alaska too (about 80% done). Good luck!! Keep it simple but make it yours!!
Great idea and great to watch.
Just love these Blake builds!! These get me hyped!! This is GOLD!
I’m stoked for the van build!
The man.
So looking forward to seeing this come together
The commitment of Blake to sell his own Jeep, He needs a good raise. 🥺🥺
Blake the engineer
Probably by the end of this series! 🛠 😂
Contractor
Can't wait to see the finished build
Blake, you are a hero presenter.
We all need a Blake in our lives
WOOHOO!! SO STOKED TO SEE THIS BUILD! KEEP ON LIVING THE DREAM!
Always loved these Blake Builds series!
Yes exactly what I needed today!!
Totally low GMBN! I think my favorite thing is the brotherhood of all you guys on the show.
dudeee... blake has an excellent haircut and i hope i am not the only one who is being pretty jealous about it 🧿👌
Great idea for a vlog series - will be following for sure, great presenting Blake!
This really looks like fun. Love everything you do Blake. Hope to build my own van for bikes someday. I'm in So. Cal USA, and my grandpa was from London. Hope to visit Wales someday too. I'm an old guy now, but love mountain biking and try to watch as much GMBN as possible. Can't wait to see the next episode.
Wowowow its dream come true, cant wait to see what is coming up next and what will be the final result. I`ll stole some ideas for my future bike van ;)
In the UK you could do this with a GT86 if you only want a bike or two. You just have to pitch a tent seperately and rely on campsite provisions. Thing is, where are you going to go where you can "wild camp" a transit?
schweet boet! This is going to be awesome! will miss Jeff the Jeep... Love your energy Blake!
Blake finally realises that it rains a lot in the UK and people steal stuff if left in back of pickups. Glad you are now part of the Van4Life community Blakester
Were as vans are safe n no1 ever steals vans or breaks into them🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
this is gonna be my new series to wait on! love the van build! Cheers, Blake!
Will be watching this series closely! Luv it! Sad to hear about the jeep though...
Love watching Blake work on things.
You sold Jeff!!! I need a moment to grieve.
So rad Blake. Can’t wait to see how you sleep in there with baby #2 on the way. Congrats!!
Can't wait for the next video....these are the best videos!
Love these series ,keep them coming Blake u need your own DIY TV Show🙏😎🥇
These r almost the only gmbn vids I watch anymore
Heck yeah!! Can't wait for the next episode ✌
Great video can not wait for more
Definitely going to be the cleanest van your going to build
Just be sure to take into consideration maintenance access in odd places. Recently watched a van life video in which the owner of a Dodge Pro Master was unable to have the van's power mirrors diagnosed/repaired because the build had 'permanently' covered over the driver (American) side inner rear corner of the van, about midway up. Apparently there's an access panel in that location with a diagnostic(?) port. The owner resorted to temporarily turning the power mirrors into manuals by gaffer taping them in place as a short-term fix.
Love it! And I think a van build dovetails perfectly with MTB'ing. In the planning phases right now to sell my daily driver and replace it with an MTB/camper/overland van.
Awesome. Can literally not wait for the next episode 🤟
nice one waiting for 2nd episode
Excellent stuff!!!!
Blake this was awesome, can’t wait to see this build totes gnarl.
I'm excited about this one, the shed build was sick but this is next level
We thought…… go big or go home!!
I love when Blake get his hands dirty. Keep on rocking!!!
This is sooooo good!!
Perfect series for the holidays!
Literally starting a build in the new year, this is gonna be awesome
Love this already
I’m super looking forward to this series. I’m planning on getting a transit van myself and would love to see what you guys come up with
We have some cool ideas! Just wait and see!
I know this is going to be a good one! But at the moment you say "exactly the right tools for the job" ( 1:26 ) you use a thin disc as a deburring tool. If not used lateral they can potentially shatter, and at those speeds it is quite the show
Agreeing and replying to get this more visible. An exploded disc in the face = very bad
Good on ya mate, I've done one a couple of years ago... don't forget to think of space for one or multiple surfboards! Best of luck and lots of fun to you and your mates 😀
Looking forward to this adventure. Make me want to re-watch Seth's Bike Hacks and Singletrack Sampler's van build again
I dig to see builds even on bike channels
These vans drive really well. I have access to a RWD 160bhp L4 H3 and enjoy it. Brakes aren't great though haha.
Sweet. And a standard . . . never saw one of those on this side of the pond.
Cant wait for more episodes!
This is awesome can't wait to see more, vans, mountain biking, GMBN, fantastic 👍
Ohhhhh this'll be a great series!
This is going to be a great series.
dope stuf!!
absolutely mint, stoked for the whole series now :)))))))))
Awesome idea Boys this is going to be a great series! Loves a van see ✌️
Thanks!
A new Blake Builds...Christmas has come early
You sold your Jeep that you used in that Matt Jones video? Whoa
I love a Blake builds episode. I think Blake needs his own TH-cam channel, be full of awesome riding and building. Blake Builds & Rides Channel. I can't wait to see how the van looks at the end.
You know what would be great ....
If you guys at GMBN hadn't said anything about this project and then dropped all episodes to binge watch at the Christmas holidays! ❤
I'd happily pay a patreon/subscription to see extended videos of these. 😉
More Blake Builds yes! 🤘👊
Love these series ,this build is going to be epic I reckon 😁
Awesome stuff Blake,Martyn and #GMBN 🤘👊
Thanks! So much more to come!!
Brilliant. Looking forward to watching the series! 😊
Will you be re-registering it as a camper van? It's worth pointing out if it remains a van you are limited to 60mph on dual carriageways. Worth noting because I know a few that have been caught out with that.
Love a Blake Builds... and having built a van myself in the past this will be good!!
Looks exactly like the US version of the Transit, but we only get the RWD/AWD version, no FWD. Diesels are also rare on US Transits, most of ours have a petrol V6 though I've seen a few with the 3.2L diesel. Still probably the best platform around for a camper van conversion, MB Sprinters are VERY expensive stateside, Ram Pro Masters are an alternative but are FWD only and have very little ground clearance (they are based off some Fiat van). Traditional American style vans, which are all RWD and tend to have big V8 engines don't have the high roofline that Euro style vans have so lack room to convert.
Nice project, Blake! Keep going!
Really needed this to bring my day up a little
Thanks and good luck Blake ! I don’t know a single thing about vans but I’m totally invested
Love this video series. Very excited to see the building process.
I've lit just started my van build, this is perfect timing :D
BOOM!! Good luck with your build George. I can’t wait to do more on my van.
Eml on dash Blake :)
I'm not watching any of your episodes right now I'm going to binge watch them when your done lol
Love These Videos !!!!
This guy is so entertaining
Already curious to see the next episode
Was only just watching a modified jeeps uk video with Blake Greenlaning in Jeff the jeep.