Citroen Relay L4H3 Luxury Adventure Campervan Custom Conversion

[@SLR2035]

Great video guys!

[@LeisureBit]

Thank you for watching and commenting 💗💗 It is an epic van & conversion! Rachel & David 💗

[@cyclingcallum9254]

bloody love these van conversions, citroen relay is something I've been looking at for my own one day. thanks for this review guys. bravo.

[@LeisureBit]

It’s amazing isn’t it! The space … the attention to detail - love it!

[@MultiOutdoorman]

The sliding door will smash that plastic window if its open and the owner forgets. I almost did exactly that on mine... a piece of radiator hose jammed into the door track works a treat !

[@LeisureBit]

Thanks for the comment and tip on how to avoid it. All the best, David & Rachel 👍

[@andyblake1849]

Love oak, what a quality looking thing right throughout. I think Rachel likes it 🤔😂

[@LeisureBit]

I didn’t like it …. I loved it! 🥰 it’s the attention to detail and the different textures and finishes Rod should be proud - I can honestly say it’s the only van this year that has got me excited! Love love love ❤️ Rachel (who loved the van BTW In case you didn’t know) & David

[@andyblake1849]

@@LeisureBit 😂😂👍

[@peromalmstrom7668]

Like the both of you, we have considered the plus and negatives between factory built vans by main manufacturers compared to examples of vans made by this cottage industry of personalised and individual vans. Have to say, the workmanship appears first class from your video and the couple that made this should be proud; very impressive. Regardless of choices people make, there are components of this van, that would have a great after-market interest, certainly from the likes of us, if we could add to a manufactured factory built van, such as spare wheel (really don’t buy into Fiat/Citroen/Peugoet Van inflation kits for emergency puncture situations) and the outside box storage on the rear. Expect the issue, is factory manufactured vans come with bulbous windows, that creates an issue how these racks are attached to the rear van doors. Additionally, by doing so, you would legally need to up-plate the vans weight carriage to remain legal. The one issue with manufactured factory built vans, is storage for outside items (electric cable, wheel ramps/chocks, awning pegs) that you want to gain access easily, during inclement weather conditions, without opening side or rear van doors; as well as storage when packing-up in wet, windy and muddy conditions, that is not transferred into the van. This is why the outside boxes are a must, when sadly manufactured factory built vans continue in the main not to cover off on this real world situation. The roof rack and lights, again a personal choice of like/dislike, is a compromise between ‘the look’, it’s real world use that I question unless on an expedition and the sound noises caused, along with fuel economy lowering when in transit. Same as the tyres, again personal choice, between road breaking safety, amount of off road use and for many that don’t go off road (Other than look/image), summer and winter tyres sets would be safer for all riding onboard when in transit. But, if your stop-overs are in winter conditions in grass fields or off-road pull-ins when legal (Bigger issue than people realise in UK, especially with insurance of the vehicle and it’s occupants), then these type of tyres are a consideration. Though these tyres again do add road noise and increase fuel consumption. There is not a right or wrong arguably (Other than a safety discussion and choice) and looks the part, even if majority of drivers have no training or experience to take such vehicles off road! Thank you once again for a kind, informative review of the owners van.

[@LeisureBit]

Thanks very much for the comment. It is a really well finished van and felt nice and comfortable inside. You're absolutely spot on with regard to the storage and having somewhere outside to put things like chocks and cables to save bringing them inside and getting things messed up. As you mention regarding weight, for most under 3.5t vans, there's very limited scope to add too much without up-plating - certainly anything substantive as most have such a limited payload. Thanks again for the thoughts - there is so much to consider with any van, either manufactured, built for you or if you build yourself. All the very best, David & Rachel 👍

[@vanlovefest]

Do it David, convert your own! Great looking conversion, love the paintwork

[@LeisureBit]

The paintwork is epic! Love the colour. Love the finishing touches both internally & externally. Love the idea of being able to make it as we want it. We are going to the NEC in October to see if there is anything we have missed but this van is by far the best so far. Rod is a lovely bloke too David & Rachel

[@G.J..Journeys]

Wow! Lots been done to that van conversion. Looks amazing 👍

[@LeisureBit]

It’s great isn’t it - lots of hard work gone into it, all the best, David & Rachel 👍

[@KarenHall-us6rx]

Thank you so much @G.J…Journeys 😊 Rod TCB Custom Campers

[@woolleycodwanderers4833]

What a lovely conversion 👏 like you say the attention to detail is amazing 👍 I couldn't get over the detailed stitching on the overhead cab storage 😁👍 ... 😘🤗❤👵🐾🐾🐾🤠 xxxx

[@KarenHall-us6rx]

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback @woolleycodwanderers4833 Rod TCB Custom Campers 😁

[@LeisureBit]

It’s lovely isn’t it - it had a lovely feel to it too - somewhere you could see you relaxing in. Hope you guys are good and hope to catch you somewhere soon! All the very best, David & Rachel 👍

[@tasharaynehall4970]

Fabulous video! I have one very clever dad! 😁

[@LeisureBit]

You really really do! He is amazing & it is 1000% THE best van I have had the pleasure to sit in! I love it! One clever dad x 💗💗

[@KarenHall-us6rx]

@@LeisureBit❤

[@outdoorstours]

Beautiful video, thanks for sharing, All the best. Have a wonderful day, see you ♥♥♥ BIG Like 102

[@LeisureBit]

Thank you so much for your kind comment it is really appreciated Rachel & David 💗💗

[@danielrussell446]

Wow what an amazing conversion he’s done an amazing job and the quality of the materials and finish as well I think Rachel was over the moon! I can see why you did though loved the design and colour scheme Maybe the way to go is to have a custom van and tailor it how you want it? All the best to you both as ever Daniel

[@LeisureBit]

Morning Daniel I really liked it as you spotted! I am beginning to think it may be the way forward. It was just so different to any I have seen. That coupled with Rods attention to detail really blew me away! We are going to Harrogate show and the NEC for another sanity check though as it’s a huge decision 🚐💗💗 Rachel & David

[@malcolmcharlton6954]

Hi David Rachel and Roxy. This is the second time we've watched this vlog that's devotion for you. Yes we can see you in a van conversion just like that. We've been to the big town where you're father sells his tomatoes (Won't mention the town in case he gets mobbed😂. Hope you got planning permission for that big project job done well. He was telling us about the decking projects. We had a good crack I asked if you were at Harrogate this weekend he didn't know. Yorkshire caravan exhibition? Why don't you fill the bottom of the planter with rubble then you won't need so much top soil. Just a suggestion. tell me to keep my nose out I don't mind . Any way till next time Tek care. Malcolm and Sheila from Workington.

[@rachelwalker202]

😂😂 dad said he had seen you both again ❤ Just keep watching them please over and over on repeat all night My planter was amazing - I have cut a plum tree down and I’m putting the tree in the bottom to fill some of the space My decking was an amazing project ❤ and we even had a win on the GG’s I have told him we are here today 😂😂

[@Wheres_wanda_wandering]

Wow I love the colour of the van. The inside looks great too. Could this be the way forward for you? Take care Gill

[@LeisureBit]

Gill I LOVE! It’s been the one that gets me excited! We are going to the NEC in October to see what’s new and double check but I love love love it! Rod has done an amazing job - such attention to detail! 💗💗

[@growingupisatrap6688]

Love this van too, nice review video too, got me to subscribe 👍. What's going on at the NEC in October then?

[@LeisureBit]

Ahhhh thank you we really appreciate it x It’s the motorhome show and new models should be there from all the major manufacturers- it’s a big decision so we need to be sure but I love Rods van 🚐 my favourite by miles 💗💗

[@growingupisatrap6688]

@@LeisureBit thanks, will try and get there myself as I’m in the market for getting a new daily size camper van as well as getting ideas for a possible bigger self build or custom like this one too

[@turkeyphant]

Do you know what weight it ended up?

[@LeisureBit]

Hi I have just checked in with Rod & Karen the converters and they haven’t weighed it yet but will let us know when they have x 💗 Rachel & David

[@turkeyphant]

@@LeisureBit Thanks that would be great

[@chrisl7902]

What’s the GVW and payload on something like this?

[@LeisureBit]

Hi Chris, let.me check, and find out…

[@robertoduranos5196]

Have you thought of the VW680's or the MAN conversions?

[@LeisureBit]

I’ve been looking at the MAN and also the Mercedes (all be it the Mercedes is potentially too narrow) as well as the Fiat / Citroen / Peugeot derivatives. I do like the choice of customisations on the MAN vans. Still locking in on base vehicle and options (at quote for vehicle stage) - thanks for the suggestion. All the best, David 👍

[@timw2973]

Looks a great conversion and I'm thinking your CV20 is on borrowed time now 😉👍

[@LeisureBit]

Tim could you tell I loved it?? (Rachel) so far it’s by far THE best van we have had the pleasure to look at. We are going to the NEC in October to sanity check. Rod is one clever bloke! Rachel & David

[@broskis80]

No you can't control what you want to spend when you ask for all that gadgets and quality finish. If you got money limit then you should buy old cheap shit not ask custom job to be done for you.

[@LeisureBit]

Not sure exactly on your point but custom gives options you may not get normally

[@broskis80]

@@LeisureBit not realy. No 1 would cut on his labour coz you want this or that table but 2x cheaper 🤣😂 You can have piece of " square plywood " if you want it cheaper but for sure not same quality finished table. Next thing is when "custom" job goes and you stop the team to make changes they stood there reserved for your build only and you still pay hours when waiting so again you not saving any money.

[@LeisureBit]

Fair enough on labour but I was thinking opposite where you can fit better equipment rather than cheaper stuff and it same effort same cost but better van with exactly what you want - Cost for labour depends on what you want of course and how much work as you say