DIY Camper Van Conversion | EPIC TIMELAPSE (Full Build Under 30 Days)

We Built the Ultimate Off Grid Tiny Van in Under 30 days - 22 to be exact!! We designed our little DIY Camper Van Conversion to withstand the Australian outback after flying rom Ireland to Australia in search of our new build project. The Full Build Timelapse of our little Toyota Hiace shows how it became our home as we undertook the DIY Conversion whilst living in it in a Bunnings Carpark . The challenge was immense, but we were determined to create a tiny, functional space to explore this incredible country in.
From sketching initial designs to screwing and sawing, every step of the conversion process is condensed into this timelapse. Whether it's installing insulation, framing walls, or creating multifunctional furniture, you'll witness the evolution of our van from an empty shell to a home that reflects our personalities and needs.
Living in our van during the build phase in Australia, we learned valuable lessons, cherished unforgettable moments, and discovered the true essence of nomadic living.
Join us on this whirlwind of a journey, witnessing the sweat, laughter, and joy that went into creating our tiny mobile haven. This is our story-a story of determination, wanderlust, and the fulfillment of a dream.
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⤈ VIDEO CHAPTERS ⤈
0:00 - Cleaning The Van
0:20 - Batten & Insulate Floor
01:43 - Batten Walls
02:11 - Lay Ply Floor
02:56 - Insulate & Vapour Barrier Walls
03:26 -Ply Wall
04:12 -Clad Ceiling
06:05 -Side Wall & Curtains
07:17 - Lino Floor
08:07 - Build Bed Frame
09:33 - Mattress Cushions & Kitchen Units
10:36 - Rebuilding Bed & Start Upholstery
11:10 - Kitchen Counters & Cupboards
12:20 - Stretch Carpet
12:37 - Installing RIght Kitchen Cupboard
12:51 - Stretch Carpet Side Door
13:32 -Upholstery & Edges
13:53 - Kitchen Sink Counter & More Carpet
15:01 - Roof Vent & Lights
15:21 - Door Handles & Fix Upholstery
15:41 - Fix Plumbing
16:09 - Tile & Decorate Kitchen
16:47 - Decor & Install Awning
17:24 - Pack The Van
17:33 - The Finished Product
17:50 - On The Road
18:07 - SUBSCRIBE :)
⤈ WHO WE ARE ⤈
We are Philly and Keely and we live full time in our tiny home on wheels Martha. After building our DIY home in a Citroen Relay camper we spent a year living on the streets of London before quitting our jobs only to be met with lockdown. Then we took our van further than she had ever been before to the very beautiful Turkey. Enroute, we stopped off in Spain for a few weeks where we experienced every van lifers worst nightmare, we were robbed and they stole all valuables in our van. But then we were back on our feet, fully MOT’d and back on the road through Europe before we experienced another vanlife nightmare... our van caught fire!! After the trauma of that we had a massive change of plan and made our way to Japan. We enjoyed a three-month Japanese Adventure and then got back to Martha for some new European Adventures. After an incredible three-month Scottish road trip, we have now packed up our van and are heading to Australia for a new van life adventure!
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[@ayersrockwhere]

Oh my the good old B&Q car park days 🎉

[@phillyandkeely]

Haha, the good old days lmao

[@rogertaylor2924]

Phew!.... can't say we usually welcome adverts too much....but that was manic and fantastic at least it slowed it down!😊

[@phillyandkeely]

🤣🤣🤣

[@MrRLDDD]

Came to see the famous countertop corner enroundening for myself and was not disappointed!! Excellent job lads, the van looks absolutely amazing!

[@phillyandkeely]

Thankyou ❤️❤️ that sexy curved corner hits just right eh haha

[@raktoda707]

Bravo !!!! Amazing design!and gosh you both have crazy skills ! You must take a vacation from yourselves.May all,your travels be safe and joyous.

[@phillyandkeely]

Aww thanks so much, that's very kind ❤️ appreciate that

[@Victhekid66]

Congrats on the conversion and the time lapse video!! I had to pause it a couple times. Made me dizzy. LoL!! Kudos!!

[@phillyandkeely]

😂😂 it's ALOT eh

[@geoffcampbell7846]

Nice one, that really shows how much effort and hard work you put into the build. You deserve to have some fun times now. Well done. 👏👏🙃👋

[@phillyandkeely]

Thankyou 🙏

[@pamelaselway6669]

Wow. I dont need to watch this. I saw the whole build in happy and frustrating times but you two are such stars you could do anything you set your minds to. Have a lovely Christmas wherever you are. Hope there are lots of exotic animals around you. Take care always.

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much Pamela ❤️❤️ lots of Roos around us 😍😍

[@workinprogresssince1974]

Love this. It really puts the build into perspective. And all done whilst living in a car park/garage! Well done!

[@phillyandkeely]

Yeah mad to think what we lived in 😂

[@Pgh_B]

Dont know how you did all this in such a short time, amazing, well done

[@phillyandkeely]

Neither do we 😂😂 thanks PB ❤️

[@LukefromMansfield]

Guys this is so impressive. Even more so considering your limited resources. You’re putting some professionals to shame. If I ever get around to a more advanced set up than a mattress in my Volvo estate, I’ll be hiring you pair to build it. ❤

[@phillyandkeely]

Hahaha thanks Luke, that's very kind of you to say ❤️❤️

[@YoungerDreyfuss]

Great job! You finished it so fast compared to other similar builds I’ve seen.

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks man, we get hyper focused, especially when we got inside the warehouse we could work until after midnight 😂 prob not good for us lmao

[@lindashoemaker8940]

Mornin Keely and Philly watched you two energizer bunnies do the complete refurb from day one purchase looking forward to another adventure take care stay safe 😘🌸🌺☕️☕️🎄🦘🍀🍀

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much Linda ❤️ may he take us on many more adventures woop woop

[@gc2533]

Just watched your time-lapse video....even though we watch every week. You guys did an amazing job! 👏 We had a Toyota van for 22 years and now wished we had made it in to a tiny home for traveling. Safe travel guys and Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 ❤ 💕 🇨🇦

[@phillyandkeely]

Aww thanks so much guys ❤️ Toyota vans just go forever don't they!

[@wattsparkinson]

You did an amazing job guys! You are both so impressive and inspiring!💗💗

[@phillyandkeely]

Aww thanks so much, that's super kind of you to say ❤️

[@christinatimney3979]

How fantastic to have this to look back on you guys did an amazing job

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Christina ❤️

[@jogrant3851]

You two are a team. Looks amazing!! So impressive.

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much Jo ❤️

[@kristingrounds4163]

Loved seeing it all again!! It turned out so good!!!

[@phillyandkeely]

Thankyou ❤️

[@barrywatler7482]

Hi ya Philly and Keely you must be very proud of yourselves you did all on your Pat Malone what an exercise 🤩🎄🧑‍🎄❤

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Barry, appreciate that ❤️

[@donnamaree2311]

Awesome job, my little Aussies xx

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Donna ❤️❤️

[@barrymcevoy-spiritualsense6593]

Wow Philly and Keely impressive fit out well done 😊

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Barry 🙏

[@tylersaunders6580]

This is insane! Loved watching this series - you've smashed it!

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so muc Tyler ❤️❤️

[@richiebainbridge2608]

Your knees must me shot after your build . Fantastic job 👍😎

[@phillyandkeely]

😂😂 definitely were haha

[@mogsev1006]

Bloody amazing job guys. Such stamina you both have it. Here's to many happy memories in it. Merry ozzie Christmas. 🎅 🏖 🎄 🏄

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@marilynnejohnstone1468]

Wow, well done - what an amazing build. This proves you don’t need expensive tools just the right tools for the job. This video makes it look super simple but so much thought, vision and planning happened away from the camera. Ryobi and Bunnings should use this in an advertising campaign - I’ll definitely buy Ryobi the next time I’m looking for a power tool - 👏👏🌟🚐

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Marilynne ❤️❤️

[@WagnerGimenes]

The halcyon days of the taco bed 🤣🤣🤣 Great timelapse guys. Be proud of your achievements this far.

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much Wagner ❤️❤️

[@charlenechua6073]

Love the vanlife makeover recap of dingo at Aussie adventure

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Charlene 🥰

[@ShelbyJones84]

I hope you have a great Christmas Philly and Keely! 🎄🎅

[@phillyandkeely]

Aww thanks so much, you too!

[@sharonbennett3282]

I love what you did, but I missed how the wiring was done. I'll watch it again. Great job. It looks fantastic!

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Sharon 🥰🥰 our power is all through a bluetti portable power station so no wires needed 💪💪

[@lisawanderess]

Fantastic effort you two!! 👏 👏👏 You deserve a million subscribers for all the joy you bring, the dedication you put into creating top notch content, and just for being two truly gorgeous, hilarious, sweet and lovely human beings. ❤

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much Lisa ❤️❤️

[@MEASURETWICE]

Absolutely smashed it! 💪

[@phillyandkeely]

Thankyou ❤️❤️

[@NicksAllotmentDiary]

Hi Philly and Keely. Wow 22 days packed into a few minutes. That really shows how much work that you put into the van fit out. Really impressive. Hope you are enjoying your travels. Sending you hugs x 🤗 Take care. Nick

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much Nick ❤️❤️

[@markcable41]

Hi to you both, that video really shows how hard you both worked under very challenging circumstances. It really is a credit to you, well done to you both.

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Mark, really appreciate you saying that ❤️

[@Aaron-P]

I do love a good time lapse!! Both relaxing to watch, and simultaneously hectic seeing all the hard work you guys put into Dingo. ❤️❤️✌️😎xx

[@phillyandkeely]

That sounds like the perfect description of our life 😂

[@traceyreaney62]

Fantastic job guys, enjoy your new adventures😊😊😊

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much Tracey 💗

[@upwards771]

Lovely timelapse. Mesmerising and beaut music ccoices ❤

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks 🙏

[@sparklepea]

You guys did a great job 👏

[@phillyandkeely]

Thankyou ❤️❤️

[@denisecafferky2248]

Love the addition of the plant on day 16 in the midst of all the chaos 😃. The van looks amazing. Ye did a brilliant job 🎉

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Denise ❤️❤️

[@CarinaPiersay]

Wow! I watched your van build series but seeing it like this is quite impressive. Your dedication and consistency in getting up every day and pushing forward is impressive. Plus you did a beautiful job!! Way to go kids 👍🏼. Safe travels wherever you are 🌴

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much my love ❤️❤️

[@user-Kenny631]

Fantastic P&K Have a great Christmas 🎄🍀👍👍

[@phillyandkeely]

Thankyou ❤️❤️

[@paulclark4988]

That tickled me pink, most of the construction done in a Bunnings car park 🤣😂🤣

[@phillyandkeely]

Haha, yeah bunnings was our home 😂💪

[@lynnrobertson9386]

i am so sad, love the build, but the time lapse has given me motion sickness i only made it 5 mins before i had to stop watching u lovely people, hope u have had a good week love fi scotland, x

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Lynn, it was a pretty hectic time eh! Van tour will be a lot more mellow haha, it's out later today ❤️❤️

[@penscruffy60]

Have just started watching your videos 👍💕 Camara loves you two. Fun watch 😊

[@phillyandkeely]

Aww thanks so much Patti, that's really kind of you to say 🥰🥰

[@moneyprofessional]

I reckon you could do this as an income stream if you wanted. I wouldn't know where to start but would love to buy a van you'd made! You are really talented.

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks man, appreciate that. Already dreaming of our next biggest van haha

[@luriglilleskutt]

Wow! U nailed it! 🎉

[@phillyandkeely]

Thankyou ❤️💪

[@bloochoob]

Grand! ☘️ I was tired just watching yous 🤪

[@phillyandkeely]

😂😂😂

[@veronicamullen1291]

Amazing video great planning you obviously took the time to make it practical but very homely. This could be a new business if you ever decide to give up the travelling 😂Well done now enjoy your hard work,Veronica ❤

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks so much Veronica ❤️❤️

[@FreeBirdUKVanLife]

You did an amazing job. ❤

[@phillyandkeely]

Thankyou ❤️

[@veronicasmith1147]

Wow superb job on the van you two❤😂🎉

[@phillyandkeely]

❤️❤️

[@williamlemon2954]

Unreal guys, so inspiring 😊

[@phillyandkeely]

That is very kind to say 🙏

[@veronicasmith1147]

You have missed yer vocation go make more camper vans 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@phillyandkeely]

Thanks Veronica ❤️💪

[@599miata]

👌👌

[@phillyandkeely]

❤️❤️

[@MrFloris]

Each time you see Keeley on her phone, it's her probably checking if I had commented yet. 😎

[@phillyandkeely]

😜😜you know its the comment section

[@MrFloris]

@@phillyandkeely 🙈🪄

[@kimberlyy6209]

😊❤

[@phillyandkeely]

❤️

[@MrFloris]

Seeing back again around day 17 how the circle was cut and the bowl fit perfectly .. that was tense ! I know I would screw it up, but question.. For easy access and maintenance is that bowl 'lose' or is caulk applied or something to waterseal the edge of the bowl to the wood?

[@phillyandkeely]

Planned to put a seal on it, but it's still loose 🤣🤣 we just lift it up to wipe, will see what the person buying wants and add a seal if desired, but we kind of like that we can move it easy

[@MrFloris]

@@phillyandkeely fair enough :). Thank you for replying :)

[@terristenacious2279]

How are you putting that material on the foam, is it the spray glue?

[@phillyandkeely]

A bit of spray glue, but mostly double sided tape and reinforced with some handstitching along the seams. Basically wrapped it like a Christmas present and then sticthedbtobgokd in place permenant haha

[@Rob.1340]

👍🚐😎

[@phillyandkeely]

🤙🤙

[@MargaretM-bc6cf]

By the time you had done that you could have gone a bought one from a second hand car dealer.

[@phillyandkeely]

We really love building things and wanted a project, making it ourselves makes it much more special and bespoke to our needs ❤️🙏