A New product that will change campers and an Update

[@tonymarsh6748]

Love the design by your daughter

[@VanologyConversions]

She cracked me up with that picture 🤣🚐

[@petragroocock]

Another great video, my husband and i have learned a lot. You put Liam the terrible to shame. Love the Ruck family videos too, a lovely family xx

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you, glad they are helping 💙🚐

[@MichaelWebMason]

WOW. I like that 12v induction hob. We're thinking all electric ourselves for a new van.

[@VanologyConversions]

Electric is certainly the way forward, enjoy your build and send us some pics when your done 🚐🚐

[@MichaelWebMason]

@@VanologyConversions You might be taking them ;)

[@tonysutton6559]

It's exciting watching your business grow. The CNC will take your furniture builds to an even higher level.

[@astrojourneyuk]

I completely agree. He’s getting busy!!! I’d have loved to have seen him on a stand at the NEC. Maybe October???

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate, we’ve been playing with the cnc and already love it 💙🚐

[@momwith4brats1]

Great idea for cutting board and coasters! People always remember when they use the product and and they will mention it when having others around. Then show the great work you have done on their van!

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you, didn’t think of it like that but I like it 💙🚐

[@neilfreemantle3392]

Stu you're killing this, well done mate

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you Neil 👊🏻🚐

[@TOBY_AND_LUCYS_ADVENTURES]

That small induction cooker looks ace. The unseen one would be no good for me coz i would 4get it had been on & burn stuff lol🎉

[@VanologyConversions]

Lol I can’t wait to see it on the market will be a game changer for sure for power consumption 👊🏻🚐

[@sarahloudavies]

I love how busy you have become! You do a fantastic job on every build it’s no wonder you’re so in demand!

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you very much 💙🚐

[@MultiOutdoorman]

Hi Stu. If the solar panel (400 + watts) is a regular domestic unit, watch for max open circuit voltage! I think many mppt controllers only take max 25 volts? Some panels can produce much higher voltages than charge controllers can handle. I've opted for several flexi-panels in parallel on my van. Plus much lighter, smaller and easier to fill-up that roof space. Shop around though for enhanced " perc" versions... Although they do need ventilation being bonded direct to the roof. Aero dynamic and walkable too! I got 4 x 100watts. Adding a another 4. Nice to see your business doing so well. Hard work paying off.

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate, the panel we use with the remove controller are all within the parameters 👍🏻 but another reason I won’t teach electrics on KZbin 👊🏻🚐

[@tonyflanagan5682]

Marvellous pal. I am riveted to what you do with these vans and it will be great to see some more content and ‘how too’s’ cheers Stu

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate, got the next vid already 👊🏻

[@garyp1881]

Hi Stuart nice video love the ply finish keep up the good work pal 😊

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate it comes up really nice doesn’t it and half the price of the laminated and still lightweight ply 👊🏻

[@francishagen8508]

Found you today, seen a lot already. Fantastic, thank you 😊

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you 💙🚐

[@justincurrie2102]

I like the ceiling the way it is . Looks different to anything else I've seen. Great work 👏

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you, if you like this one your gonna love some of our future designs coming up 😉🚐

[@denisecafferky2248]

Loving Amelias design 🎉

[@VanologyConversions]

She cracks me up bless her 💙

[@granddadmark7639]

Another great episode, so looking forward to seeing your "how to" videos 👍

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks Mark, we got our first how to video already to go 👊🏻🚐

[@davidknights866]

Great video Stu, we are thinking of fitting the Reco Tiling in our bathroom so will watch with interest. 👍

[@VanologyConversions]

Got our first order of them due any day so will update on these cos they look great 👍🏻

[@richardbogg612]

Another really interesting blog Stu, the overview on the electrics is helpful for budding first timers, loving the lightweight ply!

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you, I love this ply it’s less than half the price than the laminated ply but had good long term potential as it can be repaired or painted 👊🏻🚐

[@adventurouscampers]

Another great video !!!❤

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate 👊🏻🚐

[@Daz-Heysham]

Another great video, my wife and I have said before that we would have had you convert ours but had ours done prior to you setting up. Yours are much better quality and listen to what the customer wants.

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks Daz, appreciate it 👍🏻 every van is built to what the customer wants/needs 👊🏻🚐

[@Smudge64]

Great to see such amazing progress you are making in such a short time Stu.

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks Smudge 👊🏻 we’re getting there 🚐

[@fraserhardmetal7143]

Quality work - it makes a refreshing change to see a professional approach and execution to a van conversion - not the usual Wickes cladding and infestation of 3 way carpet - good to see a non Victron installation also. This level of fitting- out adds value to a vehicle and justifies the investment in quality materials and pro fitters - all the Bodgit Johns please take note.

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate appreciate it 👍🏻🚐

[@wetchels5335]

Looking good and excellent quality as usual, well done 🙂

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you 💙

[@andreelliott6161]

FairPlay Stu wish you all the best 👌

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you 💙

[@sccobyste]

Mate I do this for a hobby you do the best work on the net better than Greg Virgo, Liam and all the other cowboys. Great job mate

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks Scoob 👊🏻🚐

[@andylewis8915]

Looking good 👍🏼 still need to pop in ☕️

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate, am waiting 🫖

[@markmim5676]

Great video Stu lots of interesting content and great job on the electric board as well 👍

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks Mark 👊🏻🚐

[@stirlingmotors]

BRILLIANT LOVE YOUR WORK;👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate appreciate it 👊🏻🚐

[@brook82]

New subscriber, can see why you guys are busy. Quality of work work looks amazing. Great inspiration as I'm about to DIY a lwb crafter 🤞

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate 👊🏻🚐

[@Jimmy-lb1yc]

Really enjoy watching your videos. And the builds are absolutely spot on

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks Jimmy 👊🏻🚐

[@mrjwat5794]

Good video as usual stu. Always good too go the NEC my mate owns vanshades started it up himself there good keep up the good work 👍 the vans are looking good

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate, I was impressed with them to be fair, a much neater finish for bonded windows 👍🏻🚐

[@Sean-s7b1u]

Great video good balance of content

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you 👊🏻🚐

[@jimjeffries8804]

Nice to see you back !!😂😂can I have one of those £20.000 vans that new designer has drawn up ? ❤❤❤

[@VanologyConversions]

She said “yes” you may make your deposit for a booking slot in Haribo sweets 🤣😂

[@pauliwallnuts2804]

Great informative vlog Stu. Also great to see you doing so well... brilliant 👏👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks Paul 👊🏻🚐🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@MichaelBarratt-b9l]

Great video ,hope to visit you in April if your around .

[@VanologyConversions]

I’ll be around and always welcome to visit mate 🚐

[@CampervanJon]

Van shades are 100% great quality and have them in our van. Completely changed the interior of the van and 100% blackout

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks for the good feedback we were impressed when we saw them and thought they were worth a share, will be using them in future builds for sure 👊🏻🚐

[@misterbojangles07]

I watch other van builders on KZbin,but you go into more detail concerning electrics and so forth,keep it up

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you, I try to share my experience and knowledge to help others build but electrics have to be safe 👊🏻🚐

[@Flossy_tops]

Hi Stu, not sure if you remember me but it was great to meet you at the NEC on Tuesday and also thanks for the info on Fogstar… in fact you are the star !! … As always an interesting video on your van builds so keep up the great work 👍🍻

[@VanologyConversions]

I do remember 😊 glad I helped somewhat and thanks for being so kind 💙🚐

[@Weareeverything2023]

Spot on regarding the electrics, I always refused to give Joe Public advice since many misunderstand or forget things. One guy told me how a lad at B&Q had told him to wire in a mains socket,and he asked if it was correct. I offered two bits of advice, follow the instructions and he would most likely have a bad accident, and if he had to ask then he should engage a professional electrician to do the job.

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate it’s not worth it is it, would have to live with that if someone copied me and didn’t do it properly and there was a fire or something

[@Weareeverything2023]

@@VanologyConversions Totally agree, great channel and content btw, really enjoyed watching your business growing over the last few months. This time next year Rodney lol.

[@VanologyConversions]

Lol 🤣 thanks mate 👊🏻

[@Transit-mk8-camper]

Great to see your growing the business all the time. Can I ask what ply you usually use on your conversions please?

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you, it’s lightweight ply supplied by morland in Welshpool 💙🚐

[@davekitchener9092]

Top video mate

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks bud 👊🏻🚐

[@davekitchener9092]

@VanologyConversions sorry to bother you mate ..what was the board you are using ie tiles splash back ...cheer dave

[@VanologyConversions]

It is from reco surfaces mate 👍🏻

[@Bel-ej9go]

Next years Show you should definitely be displaying and selling your own builds. #💯percent Bespoke.

[@VanologyConversions]

I’ve got some way to go but thank you 👍🏻🚐

[@mason8714]

Great content as always - i love the way you explain everything. Would you ever do a video explaining a rough cost of a build with labour and parts? i want to get a van and get someone like yourself to do the work but didnt want to get the van and find i totally cant afford the build :(

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you, yes I’m happy to do a video on this. All our quotes come fully itemised so our customers can see everything that is purchased for their vans. Give me some time though I got a queue of videos 🤣😂

[@mason8714]

@@VanologyConversions great looking forward to it.

[@VanologyConversions]

No problem 👍🏻

[@davidhale4830]

Hi,great videos keep them coming,I'm hoping to buy a new MAN tge 6.86 or 7.4 to convert to a luxury campervan for 2,shower,solar,Roamer lithium,lengthways bed,diesel water/heater,anychance of a rough idea on price please,the shower room would have a tilting sink above the loo to leave a good space to shower.Thanks looking forward to your reply,I live in Spain so it would be lhd.

[@VanologyConversions]

Hi David, every van is different but most of our quotes are between £25k and £35k, am happy to do a free quote if you email us 👍🏻🚐

[@DaveFurley]

Hey Stu, that's a Saab 9-3 seat and I swapped for the bulkhead. Coming on good mate. 👌

[@VanologyConversions]

That’s it a Saab 9-3 🤣 starting to look like a camper now mate 👊🏻

[@pauljai7151]

Such a nice bloke, genuinely helpful. What's the name of that tiled board? I need a translator 😂

[@VanologyConversions]

🤣😂 Thank you, the boards are by Reco surfaces, they have a variation or patterns and colours and is extremely lightweight 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@Jake-jgh64]

Great stuff big man I’m looking for a builder for an extension if you want to diversify 😂😂😂

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate, I can do you a timber frame 🤣😂

[@ChrisTewkesbury]

Another great video. The solar cables, do you also have a in line fuse or straight into the circuit breaker?

[@VanologyConversions]

Morning Chris, the cables go straight to the isolator, from there the positive goes to a fuse then to the mppt controller 👍🏻🚐

[@ChrisTewkesbury]

@VanologyConversions brilliant, I'm still working out my electrics, so much varying information online, it's taken me 4 weeks so far and still not decided how to fully wire the van yet.🤦‍♂️

[@clarkspiemuncher]

Hello do uou have a linl to the reco tile board please and the bus bars uou use. thank you

[@VanologyConversions]

Their website is recosurfaces.co.uk 👍🏻🚐

[@rvrebel2209]

Hi. As for your electric films. I would put up on the video ( like the subscribe & the bell ). A all electric are for our vans and may well can not be totally copied . We take no responsibility for any part or direct copying of our wiring systems. Just an idea ! 😊😊

[@VanologyConversions]

Good point, I just couldn’t live with it to be honest. I’m happy to show the system that go in but would never do a tutorial 💙🚐

[@rvrebel2209]

@@VanologyConversions I often put up on letters to certain places In my opinion & without prejudice. It just covers me , Just in case I call them a complete ……………… 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@VanologyConversions]

🤣😂

[@paulbayliss751]

Hi Stu, great content as usual. Just a quickie! Are you not installing an inverter? I assume they won't have 240 if they are off grid? TIA

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you, no inverter on this van he is having under sling gas fitted for off grid use 👍🏻🚐

[@robertcadwallader6835]

They're saab 93 seats

[@VanologyConversions]

They are yes, I had forgotten at the time 👍🏻🚐

[@PH3032]

Hi Stu Want type/make of LED strip lights have been install on roof? Looks seamless without the dots that you can see with other brands? Looking for some for my build was thinking of COB strip lights but all seam to be high in the watts. Also looking for 12v touch switches for LED strips but struggling to find. Gland to see your doing well videos are spot on along with the quality of yr builds👍 Cheers

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate, I get them from my local CEF so they are a decent quality not like the Amazon crap. I’ll see if I can get you a brand tomorrow 👍🏻

[@VanologyConversions]

They are by xcite 👊🏻

[@PH3032]

Cheers Stu

[@jamesrichardevans]

How did you stick the LED strips to the carpet by the slats Stu or did you put the LED in a channel profile. Thanks 👍

[@exilimitor]

I wouldn't get to excited about 12v induction hob. The fundamental way in which they work requires an A.C current. Therefore a 12v induction hub will need a dc to ac inverter built in which will have losses, so either way an inverter is required. With regard to cable the biggest mistake that people make is that they only choose cable size according to maximum current. You also need to consider voltage drop along cables especially on cables from alternator to aux battery. Volt drop can cause all sorts of problems.

[@VanologyConversions]

That was the first question I asked and they tell me that it doesn’t have an inverter, it’s due to be launch in a few months so we’ll soon find out. Your exactly right on cable length and voltage drop plus there are other factors to consider hence why I won’t teach people to do it 👍🏻

[@KingstonHomeMaintenance]

Nice touch giving a 2 spank paddles, saves any arguments lol, only kidding, lovely touch.

[@VanologyConversions]

🤣😂🥋

[@tonysutton6559]

You could play table tennis with them to decide who gets the first spank.

[@VanologyConversions]

🏓🤣😂

[@sidpf1972]

You must get asked this a lot, When you have converted a van into a campervan ,do you sort out the v5c so it states campervan on it , Sorry if you have already mentioned this Good to see you really busy 😊

[@VanologyConversions]

Only the owners can do this, the dvla have a few requirements to do it but the benefits aren’t really worth it in my opinion 👍🏻🚐

[@epcode5121]

How much are your chopping boards? 😊

[@VanologyConversions]

I pay £25 for them, so would sell them for the same mate 👍🏻🚐

[@gillypoof]

One day I will ask you to do a van for me, I think your work is first rate .

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you very much and would be an absolute pleasure 🚐🚐

[@johnoshea628]

Hi Stuart Just wondering why you're not using the renogy combined dc-dc mppt controller I've got the 50amp with 2x200 panels in parallel and the fogstar 280ah.. All works a treat

[@VanologyConversions]

A couple of reasons but mainly that we can get larger specs on the system with them being seperate. I do like them though and have used them in the past and will again in the future if the build requires it. Can’t fault the kit it’s been amazing 👊🏻🚐

[@sscamperadventure]

Hi mate great vidoe , so i connected my dc to dc and works fine just noticed tou said that you can connect a Bluetooth device to the dc ? Iknow you can to do the mppt but were would you connect the Bluetooth to the dc to dc Thank you

[@VanologyConversions]

My mistake you can’t connect a BT device to the gen 1 dc/dc. I saw the port and assumed you could but that is actually only used for the temp sensor, they are missing a trick there 👍🏻🚐

[@sscamperadventure]

@@VanologyConversions ahh it's ashame I do have the monitor but would prefer Bluetooth to monitor while driving on a tablet ext , what batteries are your customers or you fitting in your builds? Thanks

[@Rolly_the_camper]

Hi Stu, hope all is well. Where do you get your light weight ply from is there a link anywhere ? Cheers mate

[@VanologyConversions]

m good thanks mate, I get it from morland in Welshpool 👍🏻🪵

[@Rolly_the_camper]

@@VanologyConversions brilliant thank you mate will inquire some sheets and tell you recommended me 👌🏼

[@umnounou]

Hi wonder if you could answer a question for me iam converting my own van iam in Algeria living now but most of my items for my van I have brought from uk I bought a 3000w inverter 30amp mppt a 200ah gel battery and 1 450 w solar panel on roof I see you have mentioned you have a 40amp mppt in the van your doing now is the 30 amp mppt I have is it enough for the system I have set up any help very much appreciated I can’t get the items from uk so this is the only items I have just worried in case it causes me a problem in my van thankyou

[@VanologyConversions]

Hello, okay so your mppt controller isn’t the correct strength for your panel. There is risk of damage to your controller or inefficient charging. Your panels will put 37.5 amps out so a 40a would be more suitable. I’m no specialist in mppt controllers so hopefully someone here will come along and give stronger advice 👍🏻

[@christinamacintyre9972]

Wait a minute - i am New Zealand - what do you mean a NZ customer?

[@VanologyConversions]

They live in NZ and are coming to the UK for 6 months to travel and a bit of Europe and then they are exported the vehicle back to your country 💙🚐👊🏻

[@steviek5138]

That’s a Saab seat not BMW 👍

[@VanologyConversions]

Yes your right, I couldn’t remember 💺

[@mariogajewski6069]

Where are you based.

[@VanologyConversions]

Bridgend, South Wales 👊🏻🚐

[@marcoantoniomoreno2055]

This video just cost me over £400 for a pair of the blind pods for my transit custom 😂😂

[@VanologyConversions]

🤣😂 sorry about that but I think you’ll like them 👍🏻🚐

[@epcode5121]

universities now have a Degree in being a KZbinr 😊 Get a student year out as a camera, editing person. They would love it for thier degree 😃🙏 and low cost plus grants etc...

[@VanologyConversions]

lol do they really 🤣 well that’s just great, gonna make look even more of a novice now 🤣😂🚐

[@epcode5121]

@@VanologyConversions your flying 😃🙏💰💰💰 keep it going

[@VanologyConversions]

Thanks mate

[@tonymarsh6748]

Has anyone said “RUCKS’ VAN CONVERSIONS”as your company name

[@VanologyConversions]

Maybe once or twice lol we are still hoping to keep our current name and have a resolution soon as it’s dragging out a bit 🚐

[@tonymarsh6748]

@@VanologyConversions fingers crossed you can keep it

[@VanologyConversions]

Thank you

[@louise-ug2iz]

shame you dont post as much anymore and on the rucks youtube channel

[@VanologyConversions]

We’ve had an extremely busy few weeks, all will be explained soon across both channels, on a positive note we have started filming on both channels again 👊🏻🚐💙

[@voyageadventurevans]

I may need to seek legal action against Amelia....it looks like she has used my illustration style when I am showing customers a different layout option🤣🤣🤣.....To be fair, its possibly a bit better unless I take my time🤣🤣🤣

[@VanologyConversions]

🤣😂

[@sccobyste]

Let me tell you van shades are crap over priced and fall to bits mega pricey. Some people like you could make the surround and get the blind from ikea save hundreds

[@VanologyConversions]

That’s a shame to hear they looked really good, have you had them yourself?