I Converted a Cargo Van into a Tiny Home | Full Build Start to Finish (Pt. 2)
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0:00 - Intro
1:24 - Converting Bed Build
6:19 - Epoxy countertop
7:29 - Kitchen cabinet build
8:24 - Plumbing
12:16 - Cabinet wall build
13:06 - Pallet wall build
20:12 - Headliner cabinet
23:39 - Blackout curtain
24:30 - Finishing Touches
26:35 - Final Reveal
28:04 - Closing Thoughts
I Converted a Cargo Van into an Off Grid Tiny Home | Full Build Start to Finish (Pt. 2)
I am building a Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van that I purchased for $3,800 from a delivery man.
Outdoor Kitchen:
This outdoor kitchen has a flush mounted sink with a hidden faucet and seamless running water. The water tank for the sink also supplies pressurized water for the rear door hose for outdoor showers. The kitchen is equipped with 110V electricity supplied by the solar power bank allowing the use of an induction cooktop. All drawers and doors are locked with automatic slam latches. The kitchen is topped off with an olivewood and epoxy countertop.
Converting couch/Bed:
This van has a full sized bed that easily converts into a seating area large enough for two people. The bed converts using industrial drawer slides with a weight capacity of 500lbs. The bench houses the outdoor kitchen on one side and the battery bank on the other side. There is also a large storage cabinet underneath the bench.
Pallet cabinet wall:
The cabinet wall along the side of the van is constructed from plywood and reclaimed pallet wood. This cabinet houses the security camera screen, several programable switches including the lights and 12v power. The pallet wall holds a 32 inch lightweight tv with cabinet space for entertainment systems. There is a small low wattage microwave and 12v chest refrigerator at the base of the cabinet.
Because there are no windows, I needed another way to still be able to see outside of the van while its parked and I wanted increased visibility while driving, so I installed security cameras in discrete locations around the van. These cameras provide a 360 degree visual around the outside of the van and can also be used while driving as blind spot cameras.
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▬▬▬▬▬VIDEO CONTENTS▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 - Intro
1:24 - Converting Bed Build
6:19 - Epoxy countertop
7:29 - Kitchen cabinet build
8:24 - Plumbing
12:16 - Cabinet wall build
13:06 - Pallet wall build
20:12 - Headliner cabinet
23:39 - Blackout curtain
24:30 - Finishing Touches
26:35 - Final Reveal
28:04 - Closing Thoughts
You weren't jumpout of planes?
Your work is amazing. Always a creative way to do things that makes it look great and be efficient. What are you plans for this van? Selling or keeping?
I was in a cast for 6 months for mine and best advice I can give is do all the therapy you can.
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THIS CURRENCY WILL BE PROGRAMABLE TO THEIR WILL SO, AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, THEY CAN FREEZE OR OUT RIGHT CANCEL YOUR MONEY...
Former Advisor to The CIA, Pentagon financial guy to the government, Bloomberg and Lawyer, Jim Richard's, IS supposed to be BLOWING the WHISTLE...
Are you available to do a custom Skoolie?
Can we just appreciate the editing and the skill in this video. Well done
I tried my best thank you for noticing!
Seriously
@@Dualex_Builds no way you have this few subs this editing is amazing
His attention to detail is just next level 👌
Thanks for saying it!! It's all so incredible, creative and inspiring!
Been watching youtube for over a decade at this point, takes quite a lot to impress me and this video did that. Such craftsmanship, both in van build and the filming and editing of it. Major props to you brother.
This man has every tool and machine to make anything, this is someone who really loves and enjoys what he does, because he invested in all these machine equipment and tools, very talented and workmanship is just neatly designed and put together and installed I love this
Me too, I could not have said it better, this young man is very gifted.
Such craftsmanship, and attention to detail..loved watching this video
Check out his others. You will not be disappointed. 👌
This young man definitely has a gift and is great at what he does..❤️🙏🏾
I think he should start a business. rake in that CHEDDAR - not that he isnt already, but he can start the biz, train his team, and let the run rampant while he solos videos still being CEO. If I had this skill, this is what i woulds most DEF do
Agreed
Damn man. That first couple mins was hittin me so hard. Those hours and hours of research and planning and just occupying your brain until the project starts. Killing it dude.
Thank you so much for posting easy-to-follow videos. I am a 55 year old female who has taken to van life over the past 2 years and have been able to use your videos to help me upgrade my self-converted cargo van myself. I find your videos very inspirational and motivational. Keep up the good work. I look forward to more videos.
Thank you! I’m glad that I’m able to help inspire you!
@@Dualex_Builds You might go out of Business soon my Friend , very soon traveling will be a thing of the past , we must protect the Environment.
I Live in the U.K and they are making our Towns & Cities 15 Minute Zones , you can only travel outside your Zone a few times a year and they have Cameras Everywhere and we are fined money if we go outside our Zone too many times.
This is a World Wide thing , it's just like China
Track & Trace !!!!
Your Work and Skill Levels are Amazing , you should be very proud my friend
Gotta respect how dedicated DualEx was to finishing this build, most people probably would’ve just taken the break to heal
Was just gonna say this lol
@sexBenis ~ Nah, his creativity wouldn't allow him to just sit around and do nothing. His head would explode. LOL!
I appreciate that! Just trying to do some problem solving and get around my issues. Hoping I might inspire someone else out there who’s in a tough spot
Hehe, this is a funny answer! When I broke my left foot while I was pregnant at 5 months and I had a toddler, it didn't stop me from doing whatever I needed done. For example, still have to watch my little toddler, do my usually house work, and anything that needed to be done while on crutches. Talking about busy.
Damm what happened to the reply comments 😕? It couldn't have been that bad???;
The one word that always springs to mind when I watch you is, wizard. Not that you use magic, but because you know how to do everything from electrical to sewing. Always impressive. That countertop is stunning.
For Real!!
Yes, GORGEOUS! ♥️
Dude, I’m not even thinking about buying a camper, building it, or planning camping right now but I just can’t stop watching your work! I guess when your hobby is your work then it’s not just work anymore. Keep it up man!
I wish you would show me how I can do some upgrades 🙏🏾🤣
I've been a carpenter \woodworker for 30+ years. I've gotta tell you, very impressive work. You are going to be absolutely amazing in the few builds.
Keep up the good work. 👍
You are definitely committed! Even when injured, you were not going to be stopped! You even built something for your injury to keep you going. I love your dedication and drive towards completing this project. And this van looks incredible! 💜💜
This man is phenomenal with his skills!! Someone hire him to teach our young men on the corner skills that they can really use for their whole life!!
Sewing, woodworking, electrician, welding, plumbing....bro, you got it going on!!! Your videos are relaxing to say the very least!!!
...and when I saw him drawing his blueprint, I thought to myself: "An artiste too", but then I realized someone with this level of ability has a brain that is conducive to every possible expression of creativity including mechanical!
I am impressed with your computer skills, eye for design, talent as an artist, knowledge of carpentry and cabinet making and finishing, and the fact that you have a mastery of all of these. Also, a hat tip to your beautiful assistant/partner. A true Renaissance Man.
I ALWAYS love your builds but can I just say your drive, energy and passion are undeniable!!! God bless you. Btw, I really 🤣🤣🤣 when I saw you come out with your “stepper”. You’re definitely unstoppable.
Agreed, I didn't see that coming 🤣. I thought he was bringing in an assistant.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I just like to throw in a little comedy in a potentially sad moment and do my best not to give up!
@@Dualex_Builds youve stepped up, no pun intended. Great van build.
Your talents are off the charts. I really love the counter for your sink that your sister did. So beautiful. Your videos are truly inspiring.
I appreciate that thank you!
This young guys amazing. He draws the entire layout by hand to perfection .
What a talented individual you are. Really admire your skills and determination with this build, especially while dealing with the Achilles injury.
Really impressive attention to detail and very innovative at the same time. Long time fan, this was a great buid!
Thank you! I appreciate you sticking around and watching my videos all this time
He is a master at what he does,I love him and his work
Thank you so much I appreciate that! I’m glad you can enjoy the videos
Sou do Brasil, não sei falar inglês, mas sou viciada nos seus vídeos. Parabéns! Você é MARAVILHOSO. Amo ver você trabalhar e, principalmente, mostrar a realidade de que erros acontecem e podem ser reparados com muita qualidade. Muitos canais sobre esse conteúdo não mostram as falhas, você tem esse diferencial e por isso gosto do conteúdo. Parabéns e Sucesso sempre!!
Great comment…messing is up how we learn and grow.
Dude, you have mad skills, engineering, style, craftsmanship. Extremely artful and thoughtful layout. Just the production style of the video is mind boggling. Major kudos well done.
You’re a master. I am beyond impressed with your build quality, attention to detail, and your design originality. Thank you for making these videos. I look forward to them.
you're like a handyman but a builder (handy-builder), can pretty much build anything and goes above and beyond function.
I love what you did on the small Van specialy the countertop and the bed setup, it was well planed and it turned out to be a master piece, awesome build
That was like watching a movie! The editing was phenomenal 🤩 and man the build came out awesome 👏 it looked very comfortable and cozy. My dream is to have a van like that one day! 🙏🏽 Great 👍🏼 content DualEx I’m definitely subscribing! ✅
I like how you work. When building anything for the first time it’s hard to hit the nail on the head on the first swing, and the way you approach every hiccup speaks to your commitment of almost if not perfect 🤩
I’m glad you like my techniques and approach! Thank you for watching
The video edits and production is fire. You can tell the dude's been working his ass of on these skills and its a pleasure to see him continue to get better over time.
I normally watch van builds but fast forward to the end but I am glued to every second of your builds. Brilliant job and good luck with your future!
Same here. It's so soothing to watch this young man. 👌🏻
Wow the edits are insane. Video quality is so good and the amount of work you put in mentally and physically is amazing!
This guy is one of those every man's, man. Anybody would LOVE to have this man as a best friend and he would enrich their life. Thank you for the videos and education. I'm a dad of five and definitely want to buy one of those hoodies when I get a chance. God bless.
that might very well be your greatest build to date. extremely space efficient, some beautiful design choices and a very practical approach. i'm stoked!
I watched the whole newest video all the way through. Mesmerizing. Your skill is impressive, your creation is art. Well done!
Wow, this young man is unbelievably talented. I enjoyed watching and seeing everything come together for this van build. He has skills that will always earn him money and I wish him much success in his custom van business.
Gorgeous build. I did some serious cleaning on a van using your techniques from this series....cat-funk to no funk... thank you Sir!
Thank you! I’m glad you were able to learn something!
Congratulations on your build. With your positive can do attitude, you will be back running full speed in no time at all. 👍
I’ll do my best! Thanks for watching
Where on earth did you go to school and learn all these trades…design talents…and showcase it all? Bravo…you put hope in my heart that education and inspiration is well. Thanks for sharing!
Absolutely amazing. I just started woodworking 3 years ago and have fallen in love with craftsmanship. It's amazing what ideas you can come up with once you start until you finish. Your work is stunning! Keep it up.
Thanks for watching
I got some amazing items to gift 🎁you. Inbox me on te leg ram !,,
Dude you are so creative and talented.
Thank you!
@@Dualex_Builds you are welcome!
Planning time was one of the best aspects. Loved the whole process!!
Thank you!
Just amazing to watch this! And so impressed with this man’s skill and talent to take a nothing van and turn it into a camping van I would be so proud to own! 👍👍👍👍
Truly a jack of all Traits carpentry,electrical,plumbing,welding,sewing,truly amazing to watch.
That build is awesome,i love watching you work and all the ideas you put into the build. You are very talented,superman of camper builds. I am remodeling my RV myself, I'm 75 years old and this will be my tiny house. You have inspired me !!!!!
I'm a simple man, I see a DualEx video, I watch.
Hello DualEx. I'm Jeremiah. I currently live in Northeast Ohio where the temperature shows no mercy for this time of the year. You are an absolute true genius and your craftsmanship is impeccable. God has really blessed your mind and your hands. I can see you planning and designing these mini living spaces for the rich and famous. Keep on building. Love ya bro.
Really impressed with your carpentry skills. Love your design skills. You're very creative and innovative in your build. Really enjoy watching you work. I will be subscribing to your builds for great ideas.
You're an amazing young man with your builds. A good eye for details and precision. Keep up the good work sir.
Nice to see the finished van. Great work! Glad you're healing up.
Thank you! Everything is healing well so far
Another amazing transformation. LOVE that countertop. I love natural wood anyway. You do it all! Designer, carpenter, plumber, electrician, seamstress...everything! Start to finish. Absolutely amazing!
DualEx Been Watching You For Sometime Now. You Are A GENIUS AT BUILDING VANS. THIS VAN IS OUTSTANDING. EVERY SINGLE CUT, AND INSTALL WAS DONE BY YOU ALONG. I REMEMBER WHEN YOU REBUILT A VAN AND WHEN I SAW YOU BUILD THAT KITCHEN CHAIR, I SAID WHATTT. BUT IT WASN'T JUST A CHAIR, YOU HAD IT SO IT WOULD ATTACH TO THE KITCHEN CABINET, PULL IT AWAY AND SIT. I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT. YOU SHOULD HAVE PATIENT THAT.
OUTSTANDING WORK AS USUAL.
DualEx!!!!!!!! Been watching since the beginning and I couldn’t be more impressed!! Your video editing, wood working, creativity is honestly unmatched! Cant wait to see what else you have in store!
I love the architectural work and design aspect you put in the beginning I would love to see more of that in your videos that was really cool! Anyways your videos are so inspiring fr fr.
Thank you! I’ve had that intro in my head for months just waiting to film it. I’d love to do more content like that in my future build videos
I've watched many of your conversions, you're a master carpenter, great ingenuity, great skill & talent! You're AMAZING!!!
Where there’s a will, there’s a way. You are an amazing young man! I’ve wanted a home van for the last few years so watched not only your amazing talents but those of the video person, coupled with the music...wow. Great job all the way around!
Looks great, and was excellent work with every detail taken into consideration.
Hope the leg heals up soon. Can't wait to see your next project/transformation.
I’m healing up well so far. Thank you for watching and I’m glad you were able to enjoy this build!
Wow! I absolutely love your channel. The attention to detail is amazing and everything you touch turns out perfect 👌
I am so impressed with your attention to detail, both in the video and audio work, and in your actual build.
At the end of the video I realized it was a transit connect and I was shocked at how much you were able to fit in it! Best connect build I have ever seen I think! Great Job!
Man, this dude is inspiring. There truly are some special people in this world.
Nothing is special I can do that too 😂
Man your editing is just...........mwah****chef's 💋****
WOW!! Just WoW! Truly a master builder and Jack of all Trades. Elec, plumbing, construction, cabinetry, upholstery, filming, and editing. You can do it all. 💪 Great job!! Great skill!! A big thumbs up to you👍!!
Yep. I'm totally convinced, you're a multifaceted genius. My mouth literally flew open @ 11:33. Bravo, sir! It's actually therapeutic watching you work. Honestly...
Experience, skill, commitment, patience, dedication, hardwork, precision, recycle, editing. A real master of your craft. Such good content, enough said ❤️ Back to watching more of your videos
Hey man, thank you for uploading this. I’m a van builder in Australia and really enjoy watching your work but I’m a bit time poor so I struggle with the individual ones. Keep grinding, your work is awesome!
Wow this is a very creative, smart, and talented young man. The craftsmanship of a brother who does it all. This is ur beautiful calling❤🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Wow! Dual you are ! Real trooper…. Even after your football injury torn Achilles tendon you found it within yourself to finish your project…. Your tolerance for pain. must be off the chart just like your van conversion…. Another grate built…. Way (2) Go!
Yet another outstanding build. Can't name a favorite part. I really like the use of pallets, they really add to the look. Glad you are healing, but props to you for working through it.
finally, this is the exact build I wanna do. 🙏🏾 you're the GOAT
Thank you! I’m glad you like this lauout
@@Dualex_Builds you are amazing at your craft. I want to have just a fraction of your dedication and I think I could make it. If you ever need workers holla at me, lol
YOU ARE SO TALENTED IN/WITH THESE CONVERSIONS. AND IM PROUD TO SEE YOU SHOUT OUT YOUR SISTER ON HER TALENTS. I LOVED THE MOBILE HOME CONVERSION!!! IT'S PERFECT FOR YOU!💜🙏🏿💜
Bro I’m very impressed of your work. I can really appreciate the time and precision that it took you to formulate the task. Can’t wait for more videos
Been anxiously waiting for this video!
This build out is pretty well thought out, I’m a huge fan of the bed/couch layout in this small space.
I would love to see a bit more of a walkthrough of this perfect little adventure vehicle in the future.
Saw the crutch (?), how all has healed or at least it’s a speedy recovery!
I’ll be doing the tour video for this van very soon! My Achilles is healing properly so far thank you for your concern
You’re fucking amazing man!! Keep doing your thing! Speedy recovery as well!!
I appreciate that! Healing slowly but surely
Amazing skills young man.
I enjoyed watching the transformation from van into a functional work of art. So glad I run across this video. I would love to know what got you interested in this trade and the education or classes you had to learn so many different skills. The quality you expected from yourself is beyond over the top. Excellent!! You are gifted. I pray you heel completely from your injury and I'm looking forward to the next videos
Very impress with his level of skills great job building those campervans 10/10.
love watching dual...sometimes I get distracted by how many different tool brands he uses but at least he does amazing work with them :)
Your van building and video production skills are next level -- great job!
Hey I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and I must say I’m more and more surprised by your versatility and tenacity with every video I watch. It’s extremely inspiring and I hope one day I can be as crafty as you. Keep up the good work !! 👍🏽✅
What you do is amazing you're very talented! I am so impressed with what you did with that one van and you are just amazing!
Amazing handy work! Great craftsmanship! Very impressive!
Thank you!
The way you found a solution to the bed hitting the fridge was unique that's pretty cool. I'm curious how you started out learning these skills. I wanna build a van for work like this with a pop-up top
Yes, was wondering how he learned how to do what he does, and enrich his skills? This guy is 'The Triple+ Threat'! He actually does it All: Design, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry... and the end result, BEAUTIFUL! 👍♥️
I bought a 2002 Toyota Sienna. The interior was the selling point: pristine. Added selling point: It sits high on the road, not low like a sedan like the Ford TCs felt to me. I ❤️ this van!!!
Absolutely amazing... love the simple but beautifully well though out lay out of this build....
You are incredible! I've watched two videos so far, and I love watching you create tiny homes. Hope your leg heals quickly and you'll have no repercussions from your injury. How much weight is added to the vans once the interior is finished and fully installed? Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year ✨️ ❤️
I wish you a speedy recovery. The van build was awesome, as usual D!
Love your craftsmanship! Both with the build and camera work!
You crack me up when you say your going to do some finishing touches. That whole build , even from the very beginning is a finishing touch. Your skill is unmatched. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Fabulous build. I'm selling my promaster and in a few years, depending on what life brings, might well go with something like this. I love your design and attention to detail with your finishes. Well done!
What an impressive video from design to completion! You have a great skill set in your van building and your video filming and editing! Your work is beautiful!!!This is our second of yours we’ve watched and my daughter and I agree that if we ever get one, we’d ask you to build it! Great job!!!
Amazing design, construction, all the carpentry, plumbing, electrical, soldering skills, etc. necessary to perform this functional body of art!!!
Incredible work! Every single piece designed and made by hand. I’m truly speechless at this point. ✌🏽❤️ and many more blessings to you
Awesome content. You have amazing craftsmanship and a great eye for design.
Thank you so much!
And so humble to, Gotta love him says Grandma Bobbie. Well, don't actually know him, but He's Absolutely The Best! ..Spoken like a Real Grandma!
It is truly an inspiration watching us "do" what I've always wanted to do, way back when the education system didn't give shop classes to girls.
Keep "forever " doing what you love 😊
Ingenious - where there's a will, there's a way where you're concerned. So impressed watching your work. You are amazingly talented.
Fabulous builds !! Your work is exceptional… excellent !!!
Enjoyed both builds!!
Yet another dynamite project and fun to watch as usual. Hope you heal up soon!
I love how he repurposed all of the wood from the pallets that was very smart and cost saving and it’s actual real wood. He’s also a beast for continuing the job after getting hurt.
Jack of all Trades But Master of Done....is an under-statement for DualEX...what amazing skills as he uses the talent God gave him.
Very very talented!
Just discovered your channel. Love it. The skill, the editing, everything. Well done.
You are brilliant sir! And whoever done the video, amazing! Kept me watching the whole time. This is my second video! I absolutely love your work, dedication, and the love you put into your projects!
Wood is so beautiful, it's like you can see it's soul shining when you see the finished product. Nice work!