BUILDING A STEALTH CAMPER VAN HOW TO HIDE IN PLAIN SIGHT

[@LoveSundays]

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[@callum]

i left a comment many months ago mentioning how your old build was barely stealth, but now you've gone and made an absolute beast. so far looking amazing, keep it up mate :-)

[@johnnymac26]

Nice work mate but remember to leave empty MacDonald's box and cup on dash just to add that authenticity lol

[@leecooper8589]

And a copy of "The Sun?"

[@johnnymac26]

@@leecooper8589 lol defo

[@jasongregory8935]

Shaun your channel has become a guilty pleasure, I love how you just want to get out there and just get reset, I'm from the Midlands and only get to Devon or Cornwall for a week or 2 a year, this is why I love your channel

[@ewanstevenson]

I was going to build a stealthy van last year, but plans changed. After much consideration, I had decided to have it sign-written as a mobile dog wash! That way I could conceivably get away a couple of small, high windows, water/power inlets and even visible solar panels. I should probably have kept quiet as now, by the time I get to do the build, I'll get to my first parkup and roll up next to three dog washes! 😂

[@rumpa09]

🤣😂

[@turkeyphant]

@@ewanstevenson got any pics?

[@ewanstevenson]

@turkeyphant No; I never built it in the end.

[@goldfinger180024]

The ladder is genius! I would also think CCTV cameras on a work van are not totally out of the ordinary or unexpected.

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@EricPollarrd]

When someone says “help!! My granny’s stuck on the first floor of this burning building, quick give us your ladder” 😬😬😬

[@kevjaffray]

Coming along great Shaun. My only suggestion, at the moment, would be to add a highly visible lock to the ladder and roof rack to dissuade any would-be ladder thief. Looking forward to the next installment. Cheers!

[@LoveSundays]

Great idea

[@14percentviking]

First thing I thought too Kev

[@TheJeffry11]

Shaun, absolutely brilliant! Each and every van build is so thorough and helpful. I have even used some of your recommendations, over here across the pond in the US, in My Home with connecting solar panels. I live in Southwest Florida and have continually been hit with hurricanes that have been both devastating and also life-threatening to so many. Before this last storm, I bought the EcoFlow generator coupled with the EcoFlow wave to heat pump: which, as you know both Air Conditioning & Heating. Solar panels albeit small, came with the HVAC unit and also can be used on the lithium battery. While you were installing the solar panels on your van, I took special note of the wiring. Especially the fact that in my bedroom where I keep the air conditioning, EcoFlow wave two, I can now with certainty wire my panel outside where I get both western and southern light and hook it up to the wave and lithium battery. I think I’m babbling on so I’ll leave it there, ha! And again congratulations on your new baby. Blessings to all four of you Doug

[@LoveSundays]

I hope you’re keeping safe Doug

[@Therealdeal5698]

No one breaks into window cleaning vans 👍

[@chiganuggoo9929]

or Drain Cleaning, or Pest Control.... got magnet signs custom made for mine, works well. I rotate them as and when.

[@dewipennell2649]

Love the pink paint bucket. 😁 Loving this step by step guide. Wish I was brave enough to do it myself.

[@LoveSundays]

You can do it!

[@PaulB-justme]

Well, after my comments about how not stealthy a lot of 'stealth' vans looked, yours is definitely looking pretty stealthy! You have obviously put plenty of thought into this, and I think that it is looking great so far! Can't wait for the next episode! 👍

[@ianjefferson6687]

Put a plumbers pipe on the roof. You could use it as a water reservoir for the shower

[@jennyrigby3475]

I may be a lady I so enjoy your van builds, only problem in my mind having it as a work van that says Tools and possible lots you could be a sleep when some one with light fingers to to brake in. And cameras won’t stop them possible more than one of them. Good luck I can not wait to see you videos useing it. Thanks

[@markroberts7866]

I like the idea of it being an asbestos removal contractors van surely nobody’s going to break into that for white suits and breathing equipment or a bag of asbestosis 😂

[@LoveSundays]

That’s exactly it asbestos removal van and if anyone does want to break in whilst I’m asleep in it I’ll be ready with a camera in their face 😂

[@jampam-jf8mt]

​Asbestos disposal would be .ore of a detergent, asbestos removal means expensive tools inside whereas disposal means the van contains asbestos to be disposed of​@@markroberts7866 Edit: a couple of typos but I'm sure you can work out what I mena

[@jonbrookes77]

You may want to be careful labelling as asbestos removal and then parking up in remote locations without a waste handling license number. Maybe stick with plastering - nobody would want an old milk crate and mixing bucket 😁

[@wolviesrevenge2130]

I agree. It's essential to have an audible alarm system with strobe lights

[@helenellis8367]

Wonderful job! You make it look so easy.

[@backontwowheels9469]

It was a good idea to use the wooden panels to mount your solar on. How cool would it have been if while you thought of that, you also considered mounting your access points underneath it which will add a degree of extra protection against water ingress 🤔

[@RoadyPacking-CyclingAdventures]

Love it mate. I'm more of a bikepacker so stealth camp anywhere but the idea of a stealth van is very appealing! A very engaging video, looking forward to the next one!

[@stevesidare2493]

Nice! I was impressed you got 19w on that cloudy day. Just be sure your wire bladders don't leak at the grommets. And make sure the ladder itself is secured!

[@Wijkkie]

I wanted to stand up in my stealth van so I have Renault Trafic H2 L2. No windows in it just a plain white van. But the roof rack is brilliant to make it more like a work van. I have the new Fosibot F 3600 Pro, so I can use induction cooking, use my Starlink Mini and much more for days. And a 12Volt/USB camping shower, because those bags are no good.Asd a b ed I have a Disco bed, that fits over the wheel arches, and then ha lots of space to put plastic crates under it.

[@Mark_-jq6wg]

Secure that ladder. If someone rips that ladder off, all your electrics are going with it. Cant wait for the end result :)

[@annaroot6920]

Enjoying watching your progress. Mine is almost done (but not stealth), just waiting for your kitchen in this one before I commit to making mine. Thanks for sharing your ideas

[@5_Pound_A_Day_Investor]

When you smashed the roof the with skylight, followed by a very short pause and then saying Jesus.... This is me doing my build right now 🤣

[@shanewaller2864]

If that ladder is now part of your wiring, i suggest that you drill it to the roof rack and bolt it down tightly as some may pinch it just because its there .

[@johhny711]

Yes my thoughts as well , I would put a very obvious large padlock on it , maybe two one at each end .

[@biburybill]

I can't believe any supplier of a roof vent doesn't supply a template. Another great video.

[@LoveSundays]

I know crazy isn’t it

[@MrLukereade]

There normally about 14inch square.yeah that pretty poor.

[@asleib]

Could you share the details of the Vent you purchased?..thx

[@Tim_Bassett]

I like the project, although can't help but think that a builders van will actually attract unwanted attention from thieves thinking there are tools inside, especially if they don't think anyone is in there. I would have also kept the ladder "usable" in the future and run the wires along the rack itself. nice job though - looking forward to the next one.

[@LoveSundays]

If I was a thief I wouldn’t want to break into an asbestos removal van. But if someone does break in I’ll be waiting with my camera 😂

[@andrewrowlands]

Amazing job mate love all your van builds from the beginning even though I don’t own a van myself my dad did and enjoy watching them cause my dad did all this in his van keep it up 👍🏻😎🔥

[@keithjohnson3550]

Good looking job . I ve always fancied the idea of a stealth van . One thing that may be an issue is the paint possibly peeling off the galvanised roof rack. Ideally galvanised stuff likes to be aged before paint sticks well. You can artificially age it by using a product called "Morgans T " . Its a type of acid wash and helps the paint stick. Or theres probably a specialist primer you could use. May not be an issue , will just have to see how it lasts.

[@Normz-y1969]

Proper job Shaun, love it and look forward to the next episode.... 😎

[@paulhook9646]

Love the build so far I just think that maybe it would’ve been great to paint the ladder black as well that would’ve been the dog danglers👍👍

[@NicolaMs007]

when drilling the hole in the roof for the solar panel wires apart from the conduit that you used I would have also gone the extra step and added a rubber grommet to prevent evn further chaffing of the wires, the rubber grommet would also aid and help with the weatherproof of the roof area where the wires ocme through the roof for the solar panels

[@Dirt-Diggler]

Nice build 👌 probably the closest to a "stealth" panel van I've seen on YT 🤔 For future ref, you can take the solar MC4 connectors appart to get them through a grommet 👍

[@stewartscales1564]

Brilliant job so far Shaun, the use of the ladder is an awesome idea, see you on the next one buddy.😊🙃😉

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks

[@ashleylovestennis6476]

Your van fitting out skills are absolutely amazing. If I ever wanted a van fitted out as a camper van I would love you to do it.

[@jameschick3551]

Cool good work,,, look forward to seeing more,,,

[@maxineredfern3380]

Nice wine Shaun you’re doing a gr8 job. Cheeeers Maxx

[@PixiesChannel12345]

The van is coming along nicely, You've done a grand job, young sir!

[@LoveSundays]

Right on

[@luckydevonpixie1975]

Loving this,makes me want to learn to drive and build my own. I would rope that ladder on or bicycle lock it.

[@JonathonOutdoors]

Awesome vid as always, love the blacked decking, deffo gonna do that. Just a quicky that i saw the other day, You can unscrew the solar cable connector.... feed it through and reconnect it. there are specialist tools for it but I used 2 pairs of pliers and did the job..

[@LoveSundays]

That’s good to know

[@pete2803]

Nice work mate. I like the way you think with the stealth Idea looking forward to your next video👍

[@ftrider1768]

Looking really good, watching you put it together ,you make it look so easy 👍

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks 👍

[@shootingstarsfan]

Can’t wait for this to be finished already - it brings together all of the ideas from the other vans. Bigger, stealth, no window, sneak out into the front cab from the back

[@LoveSundays]

I’m really enjoying this build I think it’s going to be great when it’s finished

[@shanetinworth8881]

@@LoveSundays I do to 👍

[@shawnwerley1397]

I wish I knew how to build one. Would b cool. Your van came out wonderfully

[@LeePurtell]

I like that the ladder is on the footpath side for additional stealth 👍 Good thinking.

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@LightandlifeBristol-tg1kx]

Really good I’ve got a Vauxhall vivaro and Im going to put a skylight in it and this video has really helped thanks

[@misterthegeoff9767]

Really liking this build so far. One more suggestion for extra stealth. If you get one of those revolving roof vents you sometimes see on the top of things like gas vans it should fit under or behind your roof rack boards and give you another ventilation for when you want to be so stealthy that you can't open the skylight or it would give the game away

[@LoveSundays]

Good idea

[@mikeyfelley]

Another Enjoyable watch. i’ll look forward to your next episode

[@phosawelonewolf2886]

Looks like it’s going to be really COOL.

[@CornishFelts]

We have one of the camp showers. They are pretty good for something non mechanical 👍🏻

[@boatingmanchester]

Nearly 100k subs lad well done good to see the hard work is starting to pay off

[@frasermackie19]

The black looks great on the roof rack. It’ll look great when it’s all done

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@ClaraTaylor-te7mj]

Just had a spree on Temu, thanks mate 👍❤

[@LoveSundays]

Enjoy!

[@jcflippen1552]

Will never convert a van but love watching your videos.

[@LoveSundays]

Glad you like them!

[@Allie_oops]

The work you did here is absolutely lovely!

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@shanetinworth8881]

Love this build already😃

[@gavinwilkinson3722]

Love it. Im wanting to do very simalr. Have watched the previous van ones now 2-3 times each.

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@groundhog1143]

Shawn I use temu all the time no gimmicks it says what it said on the tin cheap

[@LoveSundays]

Yes I was really happy with what I got

[@trainingday391]

Loving this series, Shaun. You certainly know your way around a Vivaro now! Looking forward to the next instalment and your solutions to the new bulkhead and single passenger seat. I saw a review suggesting a hi viz in the front somewhere. Great idea that as is the ladder: seeing a ladder like that on the roof no way would you think it was a camper van 👍

[@LoveSundays]

Watch this space

[@jimmyquinn9639]

Lovely job camper is looking good 👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks 👍

[@MrLukereade]

I personally would never use the beadle tape.sika flex is amazing.they actually used it to stick viser on the front of lorrys.i ve never seen one fall off.and i and on the motorway 7hrs plus each night driving between Maidstone kent to Birmingham Nottingham and surrounding areas.

[@adrianwatkins9629]

It’s going to be an amazing series building on the quality of previous projects, with the added twist of full stealth. Just one thought regarding insurance, camper or commercial vehicle? I’m late to the viewing party on your channel, however, your attention to detail and production are exceptional!

[@LoveSundays]

I always insure my vans as campers. It tends to be a lot cheaper

[@trevorderby6362]

@@LoveSundays If you insure as a camper and are involved in an accident with commercial signs on it, your inurance company will not cover you, they have voided insurance for less

[@nemoscamperadventures7563]

Great job on the roof

[@JUANORQUIO]

WoW! That’s Tremendously Awesome! Have a great new week! 🫶🏻🤩❤️✨

[@musicalmarion]

That looks so stealth, love the skylight but worried it's an entry point... maybe install a bar across it on the inside? Build is looking fabulous so far 🤩

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@diwarburton5369]

Looking great.

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@voodoosurgeon9337]

Darn! I am at work, will have to watch when i get home😊

[@LoveSundays]

It’ll still be there when you get home.

[@kathleencomyn5228]

You should get their collapsible toilet. It's really good 😜

[@nickhoward9343]

The roof rack looks so much better you’re right

[@andrewpease3688]

But that wasn’t really the idea,was it?

[@dog11222]

Your getting good at this van build malarkey, hopefully your Dad is still keeping an eye on you...😜

[@Happytraveller69]

You are doing a blooming great job

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks

[@rmacartney]

Been waiting for this. Thanks Shaun

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks for watching

[@GrahamHesketh]

Hi Shaun, what’s the details of the CCTV system you’ve installed?

[@LoveSundays]

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[@davekitchener9092]

Love your ideas. Looking good 👍

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you! 😊

[@tonymccluskey4111]

Brilliant vid mate 👍

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks 👍

[@nickhoward9343]

Good job on the skylight

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks

[@jonstephens682]

It’s all looking good shaun.

[@LoveSundays]

Cheers Jon

[@jonstephens682]

@@LoveSundays I get to comment twice now 😂😂

[@borntraveller007]

An idea for future builds, put the cable entry points under the Solar panel, they are less visible and sheltered from the rain (less chance of leaks if the mastic ever lifts over time (Belt & braces). Great build so far, these are good, makes me want to build another van 💗🙏 Will you do a link to bits you use? I'd not seen one of those solar isolators before, mind you, I built my SWB Vivaro high top in late 2019, guess things have evolved since then? But it's still working and going strong 🤞🙏😁

[@LoveSundays]

Great tip thank you. I’ll link everything in the final video

[@richardsvensson5154]

Liking the build just hope no one decides to steal your ladder if you are away from the van, otherwise there goes your wiring. Have to agree with another comment about tradie vans being a target for tool thieves.

[@LoveSundays]

Watch this space 😂

[@niallbyrne7562]

Fantastic video.

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@dannysykes8544]

Hi mate, can you please provide links for the gear you have used such as solar panel, isolation switch etc? Much appreciated 😊😊

[@LoveSundays]

Isolation switch amzn.to/3YPri0I Solar panel amzn.to/4hyemUo

[@leonsrcs5283]

Looks awesome will you be linking the items used in the build when it’s finished this would be a big help thanks .

[@LoveSundays]

Yes that’s the plan.

[@colinwilkinson3648]

So far so good 👍😆

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks

[@MrMYVOICE8]

love watching your vids thank you.

[@LoveSundays]

Glad you like them!

[@adamwharmby4864]

The bag shower is a waste of time honestly try the flextail shower I use it for camping with a collapsible bucket to hold the water great for after paddle boarding

[@shanewaller2864]

Hi mate love watching you videos, but i definitely wouldn't be making my camper van look like a builder's van unless you want to come back to it one day with it broken into .the amount of builder's vans i see now days with plates over the doors where they have been broken into is crazy. I recently saw a builder's van that had been broken into while it was on the residents driveway. It was a 24 plate transporter from national car rental and they peeled the side door open so much it looked like a picnic table .

[@LoveSundays]

I’ve got plenty of friends that have work vans in Cornwall and they never have an issues with break ins so I’m not worried. And if it does get broken into it’ll make great content.!

[@klznstudios2393]

where you finding this 80s stye music man? its ❤‍🔥

[@JasonBurke007]

Like how this is coming along. The ladder is innovative, but an alternative could have been a couple of pipe tubes instead. Could have used them also for some poles for an awning etc. Just an idea.

[@asleib]

Good for hiding cables as well.

[@JasonBurke007]

@@asleib Exactly.

[@marks-0-0]

Agreed but you can't make it look like a plumbers, electricians or carpenters van as they arw the most targeted for theft

[@JasonBurke007]

@@marks-0-0 Any van looking like a tradesman's will get targeted and potentially broken into.

[@LoveSundays]

Hopefully not an asbestos removal van.

[@UOO303T]

Really enjoy yr build video's

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you.

[@welsh1lad]

Hay looking for the link to your mega torch , could post it please . Let me us know how you get on with that solar panel, I just purchased the EcoFlow 160 watt .

[@LoveSundays]

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[@QB2ERS]

The rack will shade the PV at times, particularly in winter.

[@LoveSundays]

I’d say if this wave was lived in full time that would be an issue. But if you use it a couple days a week the power station will always be topped up

[@bmm0424]

Shaun it’s looking great, please tho’ fella, practice your caulking skills 😂😂

[@LoveSundays]

😂

[@ianhargreaves4978]

Having it as a work van if you ever decide you want to go on a site for a shower for example you won’t be able to because most don’t like commercials on their sites

[@LoveSundays]

I have a plan for that

[@Dirt-Diggler]

Easy enough, replace the magnetic builders signs with "fake" windows. I've done it before to make an escort combi van look like an estate 👍

[@robsshedoftech6457]

Hi Shaun - great video. Is the solar panel you used on your website and if not can you post a link please? Many thanks.

[@LoveSundays]

Here you go amzn.to/401YOSg

[@charleswillard775]

Great job how many watts is that panel?

[@LoveSundays]

220w

[@charleswillard775]

@@LoveSundaysthought bigger than that...i've got 3x130w flexible stuck down on my low roof Trance no knocks yet!

[@wagonman63]

Great idea, the issue I can see is if it's sign written (real or not) you would have to insure it as a commercial vehicle and not a camper??

[@LoveSundays]

No you wouldn’t.

[@wagonman63]

@LoveSundays yes looking it to it you can insure it as a camper. You just have to declare the sign writing as a modification with the looks of it.

[@LoveSundays]

@@wagonman63 exactly. I sure it as a camper and just declare all the modifications you’ve made to the van.

[@Big-D24]

Hiya mate, interesting one this, cant wait for the end. Have you got a link for the cctv system please? thanks

[@LoveSundays]

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[@T4camper]

Great videos usual thanks. What’s your preference of power stations? Andrew

[@LoveSundays]

At the moment I’m all about Bluetti but to be fair they’re all good. Ideally I want to put a Bluetti AC200MAX in this van so it will power everything including the diesel heater

[@TheTrev53]

What is the Temu light? Can’t find one on there for £7. Would be ideal for taking the dog for a walk

[@D4VE26]

Morning 🌄

[@VeganVanTours]

Great video. Which CCTV system have you installed. Looks neat.

[@LoveSundays]

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[@boatingmanchester]

I had the same idea of fixing my all powers portable solar panel on my van roof but after researching the panels are only IP66 rated so not good for UK weather to be honest

[@LoveSundays]

If you live in the van everyday then probably not but if you only use it a couple times a week then it should be enough