4x4 Mercedes sprinter with a WV T6 pop top conversion!

[@LFH02]

Its looking great, really enjoy how you think out of the box and push the boundaries. thanks for sharing

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

I do get a lot of help and iv got a fair few ears that I bend.

[@reubensinclair1530]

Fantastic, a real proper guy doing a simple and practical video. Love your approach mate. Van will be great 👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thank you very much.

[@bushmanPMRR]

I'm a Landy fan through and through but unfortunately my darling wife somehow doesn't share my enthusiasm ;-) We have been talking recently about sorting a camper van so this is very helpful, especially learning what works and also what doesn't. Space and weight are the biggest issues and more of one thing will always be a compromise against something else and also learning what we do and don't want in it. Cheers for another great video.

[@mitsi_overland_adventures2691]

Defo started with the best base vehicle. Sprinters are a beast

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks

[@mitsi_overland_adventures2691]

@@Bugoutvehiclesuk no worries at all. I shall endeavour to do my best to not put clarkson memes on posts 🤦🏻‍♂️. You know what them voices in your head get like. They keep you up at night and that’s when you start buying car parts you really shouldn’t 😱. She’s coming on a treat though. Have you named it yet?

[@carltonwray7015]

Rich, love the progess you are making on the van, as well as explaining that thing are temporary to get them working!

[@Jakesoverlandadventures]

Liking the new editing mate, that roof gives you plenty of head room. Can’t wait to see it in person

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

Always watch the whole vids and like them Rich, to be fair seeing the progress on this new camper project what’s not to like.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thank you. It’s appreciated and helps with the numbers.

[@pandaoutdoors4x4s]

Top video mate the campers coming along now loving the pop top great idea

[@rockybearadventures7584]

Nice build be nice to meet you and have a tour 😀

[@mactruck1882]

Really enjoying the build, I'm a landy man but I actually really like the way this is going.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

I know what you mean. I think I will still have the old Range Rover to scratch that itch.

[@j.franklin4999]

It's coming along nicely. I am getting to the age where I want/need to be more comfortable and able to actually stand up in the back. The pop top looks like a good alternative. 😉

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Deffo. It’s a lot of money but it also adds value so I look at it as an investment

[@richschwartz8004]

It's coming along really well. God bless and stay safe.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks Rich. Have a good one.

[@davidgenthnerjr4995]

I am digging this Sprinter build Rich. I am liking the medium Silver on Black trim paint of this van, but I think something like a darker silver would look better when you get it wrapped.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Yea I wanted one of the blue ones so I could justify painting it. I’m not a fan of how bright it is but it’s in amazing condition for it’s age. Ideally I’d like a dark tan and black

[@jasongarratt3959]

Another great video, still missing Edna though 😢 cheers for the educational builds 👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Yea. Not long till Edna’s fixed and I think I will have to take both out for a local camp.

[@Murray_23]

Checking out your build, after subbing last night while on uao’s livestream

[@peterwarner280]

It's all going to be worth it in the long 🏃‍♀️ run,well Rome was not built in a day . As thay say built for comfort not for speed. Nice one 👍 Rich catch you on the next one 👏.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

💯

[@overlandingwolf]

Looking great bud! Going to be a palace on the road!

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Can't wait!

[@mudmuppet100]

Looks great enjoying watching this build

[@128will]

Don’t think I’ve ever commented but the production quality of the videos and the way they are structured with different shots has gone through the roof lately (couldn’t help myself) pleasure to watch, thank you. Keep it up.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thank you. I am trying to improve so it’s nice that ppl are noticing.

[@carlsadventures2361]

I'm enjoying the progress that your Making on the 4x4 Sprinter this is going to look a beast when finished

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

I’m really looking forward to the kitchen pod turning up.

[@raynarnslr1966]

Coming along nicely, looking forward to the next vlog update! Thanks for giving me something interesting to watch, stay safe Rich atb 👍🦊

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks pal.

[@remy7009]

Really Interesting Vid Russ 👌 👏 I'm looking forward to the Build

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks pal

[@philipbrady3701]

That vans gonna be mental.... I thought the defender was amazing....this is gonna be better

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

It’s opened my eyes to a lot of different options

[@mos_adventure_van]

Nice one Rich…the van has totally transformed with the latest updates…pods look awesome 👏🏼

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Yea it doesn’t look as much like a work van now.

[@colinwebb7390]

The project is coming along nicely Rich. Love the new window and lift up roof it’s gonna make a great camper when finished 👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

I can’t wait

[@yorkshirepudlian]

Watched it all Rich ! That makes me an analytic hero! Great content and you seem really exited about the build! Having had a T5 pop top, it’ll be interesting to see how you keep the rain out at speed! 😅

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Iv got the bed at the back for bad weather. This is just for my daughter and niece weather.

[@MrE30]

The sprinter is definitely coming along well Rich thank you for sharing you’re journey.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks for always commenting and following.

[@richardmalins4368]

Really interesting, enjoying the build

[@jonnyteeee]

Excellent Progress Rich! And Great use of the word ‘Gash!’ 😂😂😂

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

😝

[@craig306xs]

Looking forward to the whole build..

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Nice one

[@chrislaw2680]

Very interesting, be good to see how it progresses.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks Chris

[@garyrgjoutdoors5325]

loving this build series Rich cant wait to see it in person one day

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

It will be at plenty of shows.

[@ben2e0omr]

Love the Pop top. Looking forward to the spot light vedeo.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks pal. Filming it today

[@MAN_voyage]

Looking great, making great progress mate

[@stevenperrin6010]

Looking forward to the next vid

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Nice one

[@dustymiller7758]

Fantastic modifications there, that van is going to be amazing.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Can't wait!

[@tonymbk9247]

Looks great now l can’t wait to see what you’re doing with the interior.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Just got to wait for it to come now.

[@neilgeorge8952]

That is a serious looking rig rich , will be nice to see how it turns out when complete👊👊👍👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

You and me both!

[@shainewinfrow7355]

do like how the van comming along great vid

[@markwareham2289]

Really enjoying watching the build progress. Hoping to get my first van this year so watching with interest

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Nice one.

[@Darren-jd8et]

Looking good, I have switched from landy based camping to a home converted van which I am stumbling through building at the moment. Great to keep up with what your doing gives me some ideas too 🙂👍👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Nice one

[@Darren-jd8et]

@@Bugoutvehiclesuk are you at the bush craft show this year ?

[@jasonrichardsonAkagrizzlyAdams]

I’m enjoying this build Rich, looking forward to seeing it progress

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks jay

[@lyndonkapoor8823]

Great vid. Nice to see the van coming along so well. Lots of thought going in to it 👌👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks 👍

[@Viaticboston]

Coming on nicely.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks pal

[@leeshew]

Great build, coming along nicely. Also, this new format of slightly shorter snappy videos is working really well. Looking forward to the next one!

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thank you. I’m still filming as much but cutting way more out. I still plan on longer camp vids but I’d like to keep these to the point.

[@Simonandisla]

Nice one Rich 👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@SiCrewe]

Rear windows look superb. Totally change the look of the vehicle. Was a bit confused as to why you need the side-flares if you're going to have a bed in the pop-top. Is the plan to have a bench-seat across the back that can be used as a bed or are they just there to create more interior space? Y'know, fitting the tank for the diesel heater to the door is actually a smart idea.... if you can find a way to do it neatly. Even if you spill a tiny bit of diesel while filling the tank it'll stink up the inside of a vehicle so fitting the tank to the door means any spilled diesel goes on the floor instead of inside the vehicle. I have a fuel tank for a diesel-heater and a water tank in the back of my Disco' and I've found the tidiest way to fill them is to fill up a 5 gallon drum and then use a little submersible electric pump to transfer fuel/water into the vehicle's tanks. Just got to make sure I don't mix up the pumps or drums. 🤢

[@pw2806]

Its looking great Rich. Keep it up 🙂

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks, will do!

[@johnbaldwin143]

Nice progress.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks!

[@derrickmurphy9859]

Great stuff this is definitely worth following. Cheers

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Awesome, thank you!

[@rogerstarkey5390]

I think you might be starting a trend with this build.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

😂 a few ppl have said that.

[@robertkelsow-geall7395]

This build is going to be awesome. Keep up the great work.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks, will do!

[@Tinyoutdoors]

Great video mate .. progress at last , well worth the wait thou mate , vans looking mint

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Can't wait!

[@prepcooksurvive5807]

Absolute beast… sprinter pretty cool too 🤜

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

I do it without trying

[@chrisarnold4709]

That is a chuffing great wagon....

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks

[@kieranbuckley3256]

Wow that's some progress 👏 looks Bill thanks for sharing 🇮🇪 🚐 😀 👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks 👍

[@outdoorjunky1]

Hi Rich Have you seen the Bluetti D050S? You can connect it to you power station to act as a B2B charger in the van, you can also charge from solar at the same time, Loving the build 👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Yes mate. Iv got a big power bank in there now. I still like the way the Landy is set up tho.

[@GibbyinOZ]

🚚 👀 looking good m8 love yer work🛠it's coming along nicely keep em coming💂

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks, will do!

[@garrybeard7718]

Well done bud looking fantastic love this build. 🍺👍

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thank you.

[@rocknroll527]

Looking good.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks 👍

[@anthonyambler7118]

Definite van envy 👌

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

I’m loving it. Can’t wait for more parts to come.

[@robnoble9570]

Looking the dogs danglies

[@Mr_lnb]

Looks great, really surprised how much room the poptop give you.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

So much room for activities

[@ROB4X4NISSANGR]

Absolutely awesome 👌 🤙

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thank you!

[@jackhinton1384]

Van looking pretty smart now. Could you/would you plumb the diesel heater directly into the vehicle's fuel tank? Or is it more faff than it's worth?

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

cool vid thanks lee

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Basilbrush207]

Hi Rich How are you getting on with the round snorkel pre-cleaner? We fitted one to our van prior to a trip to Morocco and the Sahara last year to keep the sand intake down but had to change back to the standard snorkel intake after the blocked air filter dash warning came on when we started long mountain climbs south of Fes. We had checked the filter and it was fine. So sussed the engine was being starved of air. When we spoke to a French sprinter 4x4 driver out there we noticed his snorkel bowl was much larger than ours hence being able to pull in more air so he hadn’t had a problem. The supplier agreed to us returning it when we got back but it was already discoloured by the heat so binned it and now just reverse the intake the same as the Moroccans when heading through sand n snow storms.

[@andrewsteele111]

Is there any reason why you didn't run the heater fuel line into the vehicle fuel tank ?

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Yes. I like to see what I’m using and red diesel is half the price.

[@CSchu-e9x]

I absolutely love the idea to fit a T6 roof to a sprinter. Because I’m from Germany I wonder whether there is any registration requirement in UK if you cut such a large hole in the roof to fit a pop top that is not originally designed for this vehicle. Did you have any issues there?

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

We don’t have any rules on things like that. The only issue would be if some one died in a crash and that was a cause. For every bit of strength I have taken out I have replaced it with more in different places.

[@roberttaylor4780]

Looking great ! How did you pick that particular pop top - Is there much difference in quality between various brands? Love the idea of it fully unzipping and opening up. Do you know the brand/model of the pop top you had installed? I’m trying to price up a dream conversion but am based over in France 🇫🇷 .

[@geoffholloway9407]

So did the power bank actually run the diesel heater? All of the smaller ones that I’ve seen, are too low power and shut off as the heater starts.

[@GibbyinOZ]

How about a land rover pannier for you're diesel ⛽ fuel tank mounted beside your filler cap outside insulated & secured💂

[@markparish9072]

Somebodies been busy.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Oh yes.

[@darrenhamilton4491]

hi rich, thats more head room than i imagened, how dose the fabric seal to the roof on the pop top? lookin better as you go,

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

It’s got a bit of trim that screws to the roof trapping it then a bead of sealer round the edge.

[@mickblower9742]

Nice van Rich, whats happened to the army truck project?

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

It’s on hold until I have a usable camper

[@andrewsteele111]

Where did you get the van the 4x4 aren't easy to find. And it it a standard lift ?

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

EBay

[@leearnold2832]

mega van

[@rhyssimms591]

Is there a reason why all of the pop tops, open towards the front of the vans? I would of though that if travelling at speed, it could rip up? Never see them pop up at the back.Great vid! Vans looks awesome!👍🏼

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Because the tallest point is where you get in. The lowest point is where you sit or lay

[@rhyssimms591]

@@Bugoutvehiclesuk well that makes Perfect sense 🤣🤣🤦🏻‍♂️

[@karlsanderson8127]

Poptop uk sell the sprinter/crafter poptop roofs

[@michaelandrade1213]

❤

[@halfpinthero912]

No comment. Just helping with the algorithm.

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thank you.

[@tyrese777r]

Its beautiful but it's a rust bucket in 6 months this is not made to be put into deep water sorry I got a brand new sprinter 4x4 and in 6 months I had crazy rust not worth buying to be honest but like I said beautiful build

[@markanthony4302]

Why not feed the diesel heater into the main fuel tank won’t need an extra tank

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Because red is half the price and I can see what I’m using.

[@shaunmccaw2911]

How ever 🤣 it looks minted mate

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

😂

[@kall3467]

Great video man, but first you make me want to get an ambulance like you did and now this. Your a bad influence. My only complaints would be I would have loked to see how you mounted the diesel heater, and I need a UK dictionary to know what a "turrent" is.

[@seanmurray4154]

It would be much better if you would include the price of the parts you buy

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Then I would have ppl moan at me for the prices being different when they look for them 6 months later.

[@seanmurray4154]

@Bugoutvehiclesuk fair play sir

[@Y24JAW]

👍🏼🛠🚐

[@alexandermorrison8431]

why don't you use the vans fuel tank.tap into it, no messing about filling up and stinking up the interior when you have a whoopsie,

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Because I can always see how much I have. How much I’m using and I can use red that’s half the price.

[@Deafayd]

What's the idear with throwing your arms around

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Because no one watches videos of dull ppl that just stand and stare at a camera while talking.

[@Tinyoutdoors]

I think it’s called expressive gesturing @bugoutvehiclesuk

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

@@Tinyoutdoors apparently I need to stand to attention while talking to camera. 😝

[@prepcooksurvive5807]

@@Bugoutvehiclesuk knife hands

[@Tinyoutdoors]

So Mr Burns, what’s the idea with throwing negative comments around ?

[@chrisfedrick3882]

Looking good

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Thanks 👍