The SURPRISING Cost Of Converting This Van! Full Van Build Cost Breakdown PLUS Our Tips & Hints
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ก.ค. 2024
- Our van looks a little different to what she did 8 weeks ago, but the question is, at what cost? We're talking more literally than our sanity, that was questionable before we started! In this weeks episode we breakdown the costs for the different elements of the build, compare them to a more 'typical' van build, go through the pros and cons of building this kind of van, share ways you could do this with less than the ludicrous number of tools Jon has accumulated, talk through the things we would do differently next time and take you with us as we spend our first night in the van. Lets do this!
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00:00 Intro
00:23 Base vehicle
01:53 External and cab modifications
03:48 Internal fittings
05:42 Electrics
06:30 Plumbing
07:38 Consumables
10:17 Bloopers
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Nothing beats the satisfaction of creating something yourself and you guys have done a fantastic job. Looking forward to following you on the road.
What a lovely thing to say and so true thank you 💙
Less than £25k for a masterclass van build WOW bloody amazing. If you two don’t get snapped up for your own TV series then there’s no justice in the world. You’re both pure gold.💪👌Here’s hoping for many more of your amazing projects
Hi Steve, that’s so incredibly kind of thanks so much means a lot to us 💙
What a lovely van! Superb!
Thanks very much 😁
Out of all the van conversions that I have seen on TH-cam this has to be one of the best.
Wow, that’s lovely of you to say, thanks 😁👍
Excellent series, entertaining and with so much good advice, just the best, I'll definitely keep watching
Thanks very much 😁👍
Well done guys on not just a fantastic, inspiring build but also on the growth of your channel. You must be chuffed!
Thanks mate, yeah we are over the moon to be honest, just riding the wave for as long as we can 😁
Enjoyed every video you guys have made keep it coming
Thanks very much that’s lovely of you to say 💙
That was a *BEEPING good breakdown of costs vid, GJ guys keep the fun coming :)
😂😂😂 brilliant 👍
Fantastic vlog folks…..you really have created something pretty special. Looking forward to more vlogs and laughter, of course.
So glad you enjoyed it, that’s so kind of you to say thank you 💙
Superbamundo!
Really enjoyed the build.
Safe and happy travels 👍
Cheers mate 👍
Probably the best conversation tutorial video in TH-cam land, what has been lovely it's not been too detailed, Greg Virgo did an epic series converting his, and his was great too, yours has been brilliant, one wonders if you could make this into a business, and would the numbers stack up, I'm looking forward to more from you like this.
Thanks very much, yeah I love virgoes stuff too, very detailed and he knows his stuff does Greg, 👍😁
Looks amazing, can’t wait to see your travels 😀
Thanks 😁💙
Again, fantastic craftsmanship on the van. Top notch quality.
That’s so lovely of you to say thank you 💙💙
Love these videos..... you two are absolutely brilliant..... thank-you guys....❤
Thanks for watching 😁😁😁
I’ve been waiting for this cost breakdown for this one. Only discovered you guys last week and watched all the vids on this one plus some on the landrover. (Being HUGE Landrover fans!)
Thanks so much for giving us a go 💙 it’s much appreciated
Great looking van. Looking forward to the Arctic adventure series.
Thank you 💙 we can’t wait 🤩
Well done at a reasonable cost for such a great build . Looks fantastic as well going down the road . Thanks for sharing your cost break down on this build with us all your over landing friends . Cheers from Steve Stott in Sutherlin Oregon U.S.A. :) :) 🛠💪🏻🍻👍🏼😁
Thanks Steve, I’d love to know what you think a similar build would cost in your neck of the woods, I’ve heard the base vehicles are a bit more expensive over your way
@@truebluetravellers I’ll let you know . My brother and sister-in-law are going to build some thing very similar to yours . ( thy loved your build videos) but yes cost over here are higher on the base rig . They are both very handy at building thinks so will be fun to see how it go’s. They have all most as many tools as you but no shop only a car port . Cheers
@@truebluetravellers 👍🏼😁
You just created a wonderful camper van.
Take care always and stay safe 💗
Thanks ever so much Joy 💙
Brilliantly wrapped. Well done again guys. Sorry the builds over as it's such a great watch. Enjoy your adventures in it. Looking forward to next week
Thanks terry, can’t wait to test it out properly 😁
Loved the bloopers ❤❤
Not too bad to behonest with the cost for what you both put in to it. Truly amazing van and well worth it 😊
😂😂 glad you enjoyed it 😂thanks very much that’s a really nice compliment 💙
Yet another great video. Loved the location reveal 🤣🤣. Well done to Callum for getting so close with his guess. Can’t wait for the next video of the trip. Safe travels both.
😂😂 Thanks Andrew, he was pretty close wasn’t he! Have a great day
Have enjoyed following along, knew this would be brilliant and all for under £25k...AMAZING. So excited for the nordic adventures to come...😊
That’s so kind of you Tracey thank you. We can’t wait!!
@truebluetravellers can I be cheeky and ask your views on peugeot vans? A custom build has come up and we are sorely tempted but not sure on the peugeot.
Wow that cost!!! SO much cheaper than the Landrover! (Granted the Landrover is more expensive to buy). That van too looks absolutely amazing! And your videos building it made it look so ‘doable’. I’ve done my own car mechanics for 30 years and do give most other maintenance jobs a go, and your detailed vids really make it look achievable. (Wouldn’t have thought so until your vids!) Thanks guys! Enjoy your next road trip!
Landys are ridiculous, but also super cool 😂 thanks very much we were happy with the final cost for what we have. That’s so nice of you to say that you very much 💙💙
@@truebluetravellers my wife and I LOVE our Land Rovers and they are super cool we agree which is why you pay through the roof for them! But this is brilliant. Will never look at a food delivery van the same way again!!! 🤣
😂😂
Well done guys. Van looks great your video's are so enjoyable loads of informaton and ideas for anyone looking to build their own van and just the right amount of humour. I look forward to what comes next
Thanks very much 👍 much appreciated 😁
Beautiful job guys. Not cheap, but the quality and finish is amazing and you probably wouldn't get a pre built camper with half the features for the money. Looking forward to next weeks post👍
Thanks Brian 👍
It’s only money....
Wow, 25k to build a little adventure home to that standard is a great achievement. We'll done guys now get out and enjoy it 👍
Thanks very much mate 👍
Great job, really enjoyed the series, looking forward to your adventures in the snow!
Thanks very much, not going to lie, the cold is worrying me slightly but can’t wait to see it all 😁
I think your skill as labour costs would be huge if you had to pay for that. It would double the bill to get that level of finish.
What a lovely compliment thanks so much, means a lot 💙
Fantastic build guys. You did exacly what I was saying to my mates- build fridge box camper because its square box. Thank you for 8 weeks of great videos. Waiting for your videos reminds me of childhood when I had to wait for next episode of my favourite cartoons😂 keep on filming!
😂😂 cheers mate, yep the square walls are a game changer 👍👌
You’ve done and incredible job. It’s been great watching this build, I can’t wait for the adventures in this van.
Us too! 💙💙 That’s really lovely of you to say thank you so great to know you’ll be coming along with us!
You can’t beat the outtakes brilliant and a great job. The two of you have made. 👏👏
Thanks very much nick 😁💙
I’ve so enjoyed this series. You guys are a real breath of fresh air. Enjoy the trips.
Ah thanks very much William 😁💙
The van looks absolutely fantastic, enjoy your travels. Enjoyed watching all your videos so much, I’ve started watching my favourites again 😊. Looking forward to seeing if and how the unapproved bungee gets used, only in situ mind. It can’t be moved from it’s position 😂. See you next week 😬
😂😂😂😂 Bloody bungee!! It might ‘accidentally’ snap, or maybe I’ll ‘slip’ with the knife while cooking dinner 😂 means a lot to us Sue thank you 💙
An Epic Build for Epic upcoming adventures far and wide. Jon did miss a trick of adding one last Tool talk Tuesday. Looking forward to seeing you first real trip away. I have started to look at Supermarket Delivery Vans in a very different light and it looks like it is only the Sainsbury van and possibly Waitrose Van, not had on stop long enough to have a proper look round. the Box looks to be slightly longer too.
I thought you were in Sandringham before you said that was were you were. Spent a far bit of time wondering around there with my Girls before they started to not want to do days out like that.
It won't be long before they start to not want to come away with us.
I think they now use proper Auto boxes on Sprinters now after the problems that sprint shift. Our is finally going into a Garage in Monday to have the Gearbox issue sorted and whilst they have it fix an oil leak and change the rear shocks as they are very crusty, and my drive isn't the best place to be jacking up the Motorhome to change them myself.
Ah brilliant glad she getting sorted mate, although I’ll keep my fingers crossed still untill u get the dreaded phone bill call, love Sandringham, we used to walk the dog there most weekends 😁
@@truebluetravellers Not expecting it to be cheap. Labour will run the cost up. Especially because of the awkward to work on factor with it being an A Class Motorhome, changing the headlight bulbs is a major faff, and it easier to buy new mounting lugs and just thump out the unit and replace broken lugs when about to refit it. As you have to get past the remains of the old inner wings before you hit the void to the side of them where the lights are housed. What you gain in space on the inside without the length you pay for when thing need fixing in the engine bay.
Loving the effing and jeffing from Jess, (you make Jon look like a choir boy) 🤣
😂😂😂 Bahaha! I hardly swore until I met him now potty mouth😂🙊
What a fabulous job you’ve done, congratulations! If only I had the skills you both have! Looking forward to your Arctic adventures!
Thanks very much 😁
I personally love what you've done. Not just the van itself, but the fact of how you run this channel. You offer step by step guides on hwo to do things. You offer clear little practical tips that you've picked up and best of all you list the exact prices for things.
This is EXACTLY how TH-cam beats shitty TV these days.
I can't sing your praises enough.
And you were right about the bungies - the single metal rail to hold those boxes in the cupboards looks better. I'm defo surprised about how cheap the electrics were - the prices do seem to be coming down as tech improves.
That’s ever so kind of you to say thank you and it’s so nice to hear that the videos are helpful. We’ve learnt to do most things by watching TH-cam so nice to be able to pay it forward 💙 Electrical components do seem to be getting better and cheaper.
Looking forward to seeing you guys in the Arctic
Cheers mate, can’t wait to get going 😁
That's a well priced project I thought it would be much more so well done now all you need to do is figure out a way so that the balls don't stick together in the freez happy venture 💪
😂😂😂 thanks mate 👍
Tool box chat ALL THE WAY!!!! :) Great vids... We are inspired...stay tunned!
Cheers mate 👍😁
been looking for just the box to chuck on a chasis
Cheers...but i cant find them?@@truebluetravellers
If you type in fridge box body on eBay they should come up, here’s one below
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/254984554689?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=JxXGlLaNTQa&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=h77jMQulRBK&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Was recommended the first video just after it came out, and I think this is the best camper build series on yt ! You guys have great chemistry, and you make even the $$ breakdown interesting. Such a cool build, excited to see where it takes you !
Ah thanks very much that so kind of you to say, thanks for following along with us 😁
I’m sure there are other non van people like me who have really enjoyed watching this build (thanks YT algorithm 😂). The finish is superb but I’m intrigued by the practicality of the shower/toilet room and would have liked to have seen your experience of water pressure/amount of hot water/how you deal with the waste water etc. I assume there are some compromises to showering in the van but with the high standard of the rest of the build maybe there isn’t?
Thanks Amelia, yep that’s going to be the big test, the water, hopefully all the water doesn’t freeze as it’s inside, the pressure is quite good and yeah we will keep you updated as we go on the trip, the hot water tank is 10l so should be plenty for both in the shower as we always have to use water sparingly anyway due to it being quite hard to source sometimes, it’s a case of rinse off soap up and rinse off so yeah definitely a compromise but to be honest most things in the van are , the shower room is a bit of a luxury in a camper but this one is definitely the biggest shower room we have had so should be good hopefully 😁
J&J and Amelia.....I also follow Dan (Australian / Canadian) on 'The Road Chose Me' YT channel. Dan is also planning an Artic adventure and his Jeep is currently being prepped up for this. It would be great if J&J..a.k.a TBT links up with him. Cheers!
Excellent result guys, loved every minute of every episode ❤ Happy travelling 👍❤️🇬🇧
Thanks very much 👍
Oh! I must say, if ever i needed a van built, i know of a beautiful couple in England who i would BEG to build one for me. ❤❤❤❤ Absolutely brilliant and thank you both for allowing us all along. ❤❤❤❤
😂😂😂 cheers Wally 💙
@@truebluetravellers Hahaha. Good onya Slim Jess me mate. Haw haw haw.
Pure Gold💪 fantastic build series, fun, informative and brilliantly produced! Very cost effective for a van built specifically for your needs! Hope you make wonderful memories together!
Thanks Paul, lovely of you to say 💙 I hope she does us proud 👍
Ive been hooked on your channel since day 1, the build was fascinating to watch ,the laughs were great. Look forward to more in the future,be proud of yourselves and safe journey ahead. Thanks guys.
Thanks very much Chris 😁
You made that look easy. High quality stuff. It was entertaining too. Looking forward to seeing your Artic adventure videos...
Really appreciate that thanks very much, we can’t wait!
You're the best thing on TH-cam at the moment
Wow thanks, lovely of you to say 👍
Love the bloopers, keep up the good content guys 💪💪
Cheers William 😁👍💙
It really is a credit to you both, well done and thanks again for such a fantastic video. David
Thanks David 😁👍💙
Priceless comedy guys really enjoyed this series.
Thanks Paul, much appreciated 👍
Team j j …. Now that’s were it’s at ……safe travels ❤
😂😂 thanks 😁💙
Very good. Great way to finish the video.
😂 thanks 😁
One big saving of course for time and money is that it is ready insulated and no future rust issues. Lovely job, mine won’t cost that much cos I haven’t got £25k it’ll just be a bit more rustic looking.
I live East Coast Scotland but will concede that West will give you more bang for your buck and snow is due ❄️ thanks again for sharing your build 🎉
Thanks Denise, yeah just like you say the insulation and no rust is a big benefit, it would be nice to do a budget one really as I think you could do it for probably £5k less and not be that much different in function just won’t be as bling with wheels etc but still be a cracking camper
@@truebluetravellers I know I shouldn’t encourage Jon but the delivery van body onto a 4x4 idea is genius haha
😂 honestly I think it would be the best all round camper, small lightweight and could go most places, the only thing I’d like to do is get the body down lower, as it’s a bit tall, so maybe remove the c channels from the body 👌👌 I’ll try convince her again 😂😂
Great series and you two are so watchable. Fun and very informative. Looking forward to seeing how your trip goes and the next build 👍👍
Thanks so much! That’s a kind compliment, so lovely to hear you’ll be coming along with us 💙
I always appreciate when people put some bloopers at the end. It gives me some hope that I might be able to do it. With enough takes, at least. By the way, nice build. And it's very nicely documented.
😂😂 thanks very much 😁👍
Something that may help in future with the small space- Simon Giertz new coat hanger that folds in half!
Someone sent me this video the other day, they look well cool 👍
It’s a belter of a van that’s for sure! Hope you both have many happy travels in it over the coming years. 👍
Thanks very much mark 😁
I’m only 1 minute in and you are delivering big time…pardon the pun!
😂😂😂😂
Enjoyed the build and fun you 2 have on my favourite you tubers list now
Ah thanks Graham, that’s lovely of you to say 💙
Really well made video, it all links together perfectly, not "dry" at all. Thanks for the cost info.
That’s lovely of you to say thank you 💙
It's sad to see the end of something....😞... But can't wait to see what's coming next!
Thanks so much, we are so excited to test her out properly!
Loved watching this video guys! What a build and what a journey it’s been! 👍
Cheers jona, can’t wait to test the old girl out now 👍
Happy adventures folks, great series and can’t wait to see your first trip in the van!
Thanks mate 👍
A fantastic job, and to have completed it on a £25k budget to such a high standard is amazing. Clearly, your acquired knowledge on previous builds, and your extensive skill sets show in the final product. Loved the bloopers - you are so entertaining! Looking forward to the Scottish adventure.
Thanks guys, it’s a been a really fun van to build with some new challenges which is the nice thing about doing different vehicles, 👍 😁
Amazing build, loved the bloopers 😂
😂 thanks 😁😁
I’ve loved watching you guys build this from start to finish , my Sundays won’t be the same .
Aus ,
Thanks very much Colin, it’s lovely of you to say 😁
Well done the both of you it looks amazing a real quality well built to last camper van enjoy your travels,can’t wait for the next build xx
Thanks very much, it’s much appreciated 😁
Love the outtakes guys. Please keep these in future videos. 🤭☺️
There’s not normally many 👀😂😂 but yeah we will definitely put a for more in 😁
Really enjoyed watching this build. Your attention to detail and professional approach is first class and very clever
Also the chemistry between you both is so funny, thanks for sharing
Thanks very much 😁👍
I had to get a kind friend to take time out of his day and explain the word plethora to me, it means a lot .
😂😂😂😂 Bahaha 10/10 😂
Loved watching this build series. I think everyone needs a John and Jess in their lives.
😂😂😂 thanks mate 👍
I second that ❤
The Van turned out great well done guys. You are a great team 👏 👍
Thanks mate 👍
Inspiring content, funny and informative. Great mix.
Easy watching and motivational : boom, 👌
Thanks mate much appreciated 👍👍👍
You are really very kind and generous to not only explain the costs but to also prepare a spreadsheet for people to look at. Not only that, but you even provide an email address for people to contact you to ask where you got certain items! That is absolutely fantastic! So many channels on TH-cam will not share this information. I understand people wanting to keep finances private and also information about certain items that are one-offs or not readily available, but I can't get my head around why people won't share information about things anyone can order online or buy at a shop. The both of you differentiate with your honesty and transparency and as a result, I sincerely hope that your channel deservedly grows massively.
Won't you need to change your tyres to winter ones if driving in snow and ice or will you be using snow chains? Depending on the country, you may be legally required to fit proper winter tyres. I've tried off-road all-season tyres here in Japan. They are useless in comparison with proper winter tyres and in anycase, we are required to fit winter tyres by law if travelling in snow country.
Thanks very much Andrew that’s so kind of you to say,
So the tyres we have fitted are snow rated and yep we have got snow chains too incase we need them so hopefully we will be all good 👍💙
You can be proud of yourself!
That van is a neat little package with everything one needs to life and travel. The fit and finish looks great.
I learned a lot from this series and I am looking forward to apply it in my own build in the future.
Thanks very much and I’m so glad it might be helpful to you 😁
That build came to a lot less than I imagined. Well done to the both of you and I look forward to the next vid ❤
Well that’s always good 👍 thanks mate 😀 appreciate it 💙
Love this build amazing. Not just the details of the van build but how funny you both are. Great fun watching and can’t wait to go on the adventure with you..well done guys..
Thanks Gareth much appreciated mate 👍
Woah, a release right after I binge watched the entire process! You guys are living my dream and I'd do anything to experience what you guys have. Love the content already!
That’s such a lovely thing to say thanks so much. It’s not lost on us how incredibly lucky we are 💙
John, you got some mad good skills mate. Love to have the knowledge your have! Well done vans spot on
Thanks very much mate 👍 that’s much appreciated 👍
Thank you so much for this series. One day I will do a camper van and your videos are inspirational!
Thanks Phil, I hope you do get to build one, it will be one of the best things you ever do 👍👍👍👍
Great episode J&J!😁 Love the drop down worktop across the entry door, so well thought out! Looking forward to the next adventure. ❤
Thanks so much! 😊 Appreciate that Ian 💙
The finished article looks superb. Credit to you both. A pleasure to have joined you on the journey and here’s to fun in Scotland. Loved the bloopers, laughed so much at the amount of f**ks coming out of Jess’s mouth 😂.
😂😂😂😂thanks, she looks so innocent hey 😇😂
Like butter wouldn’t melt. Now we know Jon, now we know 🤣
So you two, that is all said and done - pack your warm clothes and comfy boots, take care and hope to see your travel reports in the future - best wishes from Lincolnshire
Thank Jon, appreciate that mate. They’re in the van and headed to Scotland!
Great video as usual, looking forward to the Scotland trip.
Cheers Ian 👍
I would love to convert my own van after I’ve finished uni, you’re both so inspiring, please keep doing what you’re doing!! x
Thanks josh, definitely do it mate, you won’t regret it, memories for a lifetime 💙
Amazing build I loved watching it especially tool Tuesday 😂
Glad you enjoyed it! So kind of you to say 💙
Amazing job well done guys
Thanks 😁💙
Found you guys on episode 1 of this build and I have to say I've absolutely loved watching what a fantastic job you have done converting an old supermarket vehicle, keep up the good work.
That’s so lovely of you to say and much appreciated thank you 💙
All set to roll.
We’re hitting the road today!!! 🎉
Great build guys. Enjoy
Cheers Mike 👍
Short and sweet with all the info expected. Fun episode, thanks.
Cheers mate 👍
Love the van, love your videos.
Congratulations. I'll love to have one as cosy as yours.
Lot's of good ideas.
Thank you.
That’s so nice of you thanks so much 💙💙
Thanks guys 😁 really good and informative vlog as ever. Safe travels!
Thanks very much 😁👍
This may be a daft question, if you are going to the arctic where it's -20 odd, how do you stop the belly tanks from freezing up?
The tank we have underneath is just for the shower which we will leave open, the sink tank is inside the van 👍
Try and get a second camper that is fully equipped to your specifications in perfect technical order, no repair, brand new interior ready to go for 25 grand, I don't think so. You will never find anything like it... so you saved money. On top of that and this is the big one. You did it together and created memory's to treasure for the rest of your life and by doing that, created video evidence of the howl process helping others wist providing entertainment for all to watch. If that isn't a cool thing, I don't no what is.
I have therapy enjoyed the journey with you watching you build your camping van and wish you the best holidays possible in it in the future.
Can't wait for the next build.....😊
What a lovely thing to say thank you, we love having the memories of doing it and that it’s helpful to people. Can’t wait to get out on the road!
I've said this before, but what a great build 😊
Cheers mate 👍👍👍
You must be so proud of your efforts great job
Thanks very much 😁
@@truebluetravellers I have enjoyed your build videos very much fantastic camera presenters and very funny too
Lots of love to you both
Best build ive watched, obviously not a cheap one but the quality and workmanship is second to none, every time i see Sainsburys delivery van now i think what a bloody waste haha
😂😂😂😂 I can’t help but notice all the different delivery vans now and have a quick nosey at them 😂
Epic Bloopers! 😊
Thanks 😁😁