Ford Connect Micro Camper Van Tour - Affordable Campervans

[@leilal8053]

The 1s time I saw one of these little cuties, I thought what an adorable little camper it would make, and this one is the proof. 😊 Love how you tucked the cassette toilet under with the false front to tie it in with the other bins. It's those little touches that make the conversion.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

True. I first saw these vans years ago when I worked on building sites. That was my first thought, it would make a good micro camper. I had my tape out straight away. I knew one day I would make one.

[@BarryBethal-yv2oz]

This is a great conversion it's surprising how much you have got in there 👍

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. I've got even more in my latest Connect. Check out some of my recent videos.

[@nordfresse]

This has got to be the coolest van built I have seen. Everthing you need and very clever design.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, that's very kind.

[@princessleyla]

This is the best build I've seen thus far. And I've been watching KZbin videos about vanlife for a year. Love it!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

That's high praise indeed. Thank you. ❤

[@ScinnerNo1]

You must have a flie in your eye.

[@davidjacobs828]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 New sub. EPIC VAN BUILD. You've thought of everything. 😎👍

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

@@davidjacobs828 Thanks for the sub. In my later vids you can see extras I have done in my own van. I'll do a van tour when I get a chance.

[@marshallhyasi6213]

Gotta agree.. a job well done !

[@jerilynjerpbak180]

Definitely one of the best Transit Connect conversions I have seen. Excellent job so clean.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, I will have another Transit Connect van tour soon when I can get out to film it. Similar to this one but with added extras.

[@saxmanzzz]

A superb conversion. Great use of the space and even with the bed down you still can use the cooker or get to the portapotti. Everything looks well made and sleek. Well done

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you. I have since converted my own Connect with a few extra tweaks, and can confirm the design works well as a solo micro camper.

[@debslifesimplified6406]

I like your build, liking the fact that there is a porta pot in there as well. With Covid 19 and being an older woman a porta pot is a must for the middle of the night, I like the shower to I was thinking about one like that wasn't sure how the shower head would work looks like pretty good pressure.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks for subscribing. I watched your video with the old Ford tractor. I left school in '81 and worked on a farm for a couple of years and drove tractors just like that.

[@tonkubjyhbhuygt76r76]

Fantastic build! Well thought out, very carefully made. Good job!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, another van tour coming soon with added extras.

[@norbertboge3391]

Excellent job , workmanship is a credit to you

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks.

[@robgindc1]

I lovr all the windows! Clean, efficient, complete interior; exceptional build.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. Tourneo Connect's come with the windows factory fitted.

[@cymruchrisllwyn]

Lot of thought gone into the build, very impressive

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks.

[@GoodBlokeOutdoors]

this is class mate.. top build.. can't wait to do mine.. didn't realise it was a new upload until you mentioned storm Ciara lol

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Yes I'm new to KZbin. Yours is my first ever comment 🎉 thanks. Good luck with your conversion. They make great micro campers. It's a shame the newer ones are not as high. Might look at doing Nissan NV200 in the future.

[@cheryllamb8831]

Excellent build!! Everything one would want & very professional looking. The shower had great water presser also. Thanks for sharing. 👍👏

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you Cheryl.

[@paulleeFLOW]

Hi - Great Micro Camper - You have done a real neat job of it - impressed - Ive subbed mate 👍

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Cheers Paul, hope to make a camping video. I usually go to Exmoor around May/June time.

[@Winston99]

The layout is plain and simple but very clever as well. I really like it a lot! (London Boat Girl brought me here.🙂)

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, and thanks to LBG for sending some viewers my way 😃

[@patpierce4146]

Love this. Neat simple and beautiful. Professional job.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks for that.

[@Bobbydoes]

what a great van! very nice indeed. fair play to you i can see time and effort has gone in to it :) thanks for sharing

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks for the nice comment.

[@nickmann6402]

I just bought a 2012 transit connect and watched a lot of van builds but this has to be the most sleek and simple one. I love it. Gave me a few ideas 👌🏻

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

You should check out some of my newer videos. I have converted my own connect van similar to this with added extras. Such as a swivel table, extending worktop flap, etc.

[@nancyjodion2779]

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[@janneal9156]

Oh this is just fantastic.. What a build .....I mean really has to be the best I've seen for a small van..even a loo ..I can just see it with a couple of my coloured cushions a plant ..oh that's just me I like things.....I would have an add on tent for the back...and a shower I'm sold....did I miss the fridge.....I love it.. The bed would fit two if you hunk...🥰😅😆

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks Jan. I do have an inflatable drive away awning which you can see me using on my own connect conversion kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYHTkmWiatxkf9U I have also removed one of the storage boxes and fitted a Dometic coolbox. Other additions include an overhead locker, Lagun swivel table and a lift up worktop extension. You can see these in my later uploads, worth a look.

[@derykmacleod4979]

Hey there! A Nice clean build! I am from the US, have a 2010 Ford Transit Connect with a very similar build style. When people see what is inside my little van they are amazed. I just added an Aluminium Unistrut Roof rack. 3 ten foot lengths, have a 74" x 49" frame. Will eventually add some lights. Mine is dark blue, wish i had your rear openable windows lol.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I'm amazed how popular Connect campers seem to be in the US. In the UK we think you all drive great big RV's.

[@derykmacleod4979]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 I agree, if you don't need all that stuff why waste the gas towing it around. Yeah I think it's a niche market of not everyone wanting a giant sprinter van. I don't live in mine, it's my daily drive and a ticket to adventures!

[@josinora]

Very nice and clean solution for the porter potty 👍

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

💩👍

[@Grijsduif]

Nice setup! Genius shower!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. Yes it works well as a solo camper.

[@gus473]

👍 Smart, high quality build! Good luck with it, and hope to see you devise a North American version! 😎

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. It could be done simply by reversing the furniture, but I don't think I'll be selling in the US. Though it seems an interesting market. Nearly 50 % of my views are US. 󾓦

[@darrenj3267]

That's a really nice quality build

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Cheers 👍

[@56beverley]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 How much are you selling this for please?

[@davidkaiser810]

What a well thought out interior design. I was going to bypass the Connect because I thought that it might be to small.......

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

It's perfect for one. Pre 2013 model have plenty of headroom. You can't stand up obviously!

[@terry362]

Love this conversion. x

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Glad you like it.

[@annnd7520]

I always thought the Transit would be too small but you’ve shown me it can include everything...esp a shower. I would exchange built-in stove for micro-wave. Love your build!!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I think they are the perfect size for a micro camper, I wouldn't want to go any smaller especially regarding the internal height. In my own van I have exchanged one of the storage boxes for a 12v coolbox, added a flap to extend the counter top and a swivel table. A microwave would need a lot of power. Best use one on shore power.

[@annnd7520]

Perfect! Will seriously look at Transits now. Thanks for the advice re microwave....

[@annamric6597]

Love the porta potting is next to the lower area behind seat, 58 yr female, always wondered how guys cope use potti in a mini van. 🤯🤯

[@michaelrs8010]

Greetings from Orange County, California. Very nice layout. Gives me some good ideas. "Cheers" 😁

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Hello Michael. Thank you. You're welcome.

[@rkeller8141]

I also have a Ford Transit and really enjoyed your conversion of it to a camper that’s given me a few ideas. Thanks.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Go for it.

[@burly636]

Nice! Everything. Alot of detail, especially with the window covers. I need. I am waiting for a 2012 Transit to be delivered this morning. This is a passenger van, like mine, but USA side driving

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. I have since updated the window covers in my own Connect covering the entire window and flaps with magnets. (Video coming soon) I found these had to be cut so accurately to work and shrank in time and kept falling out.

[@vickieom835]

Very simple but everything are here. Great job!!!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks.

[@simplymejourney998]

Love it, simple and nice.. I wish you was here in Houston, Texas...

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks Nettie. Look after yourself over there.

[@petervince1742]

What a nice, neat converfion. Thanks for the tour - Peter V.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you, you're welcome.

[@billyhendoe4170]

Perfect bed, great build.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks Billy.

[@rose8662]

Your work is so beautiful! THANK YOU for sharing your expertise. 💖

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you Rose.

[@robertfreund7525]

For summer is perfect. Great job

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Let's hope we're allowed back out in the summer to enjoy it.

[@JustMe-zv8po]

Great van - one of the best I’ve seen. Everything was great 🌼

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks.

[@04dram04]

Perfect that it has the rear quoter glass. Makes it look like a passenger van. Totally stealth

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

True. It is classed as a car. My own one has blackout film fitted to the rear windows and I have urban camped a few times no problem. If I need to have the light on at night I just put reflectix in the windows. Helps with insulation too.

[@furqon.design]

That "shower room" is smart!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

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[@samanthadodd8112]

Extremely nice. I've been thinking about a minivan, but I thought these were too small. U did just a good job I may consider these. I sub to ur channel.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I'm currently working on my own one. They are perfect for me and my dog.

[@dickflinghammer58]

I bought a cargo connect with no rear windows. The added head room over minivans is awesome. I wish it was a bit longer though. I'm adding some windows too.

[@lindalogan8460]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 Absolutely!!! Every camper van should have a dog 💕🐕

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

@@lindalogan8460 A lot do. Here's a video of me & my dog Tina 🐈on a nights camping trip. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqS4h4ekoqaoe5o

[@lindalogan8460]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555:-) Thanx Mark for sending the link. Very clever how you made the bed to fit in the van 👏 I enjoyed the little tour. Beautiful area, love the houses and WOW Stonehenge was a surprise. I see what you meant about getting the drone up to be able to get a better view of everything, that's a nice thing to have. Tina made me smile, (a little mini-van pup) she is so cute and those long ears with the hair on the tips is so adorable 💕🤗🐕 My little Sammy dog is the same size as Tina but she is the exact replica of a mini Border Collie ( black and white sheep dog) I'm sure Border cross Corgi 😆....I can't wait to get my little camper van but at the moment it's Only a dream. 🙏🚐

[@Rad-Zach]

Great video and great build! Do you have a website where we can learn more? I'd also love to see links in your video description to where things can be purchased - if you're willing to share that. I realize it's probably a pain, but I'd be interested in the shower, the stove/sink combo and actually the nice wood you built everything out of. Thanks and keep up the great work!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. I don't have a website. I bought the 12v shower off ebay. The stove/sink combo & the furniture board I purchased from Grassroutes Leisure. Here is a video of my trip to get some board. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqS4h4ekoqaoe5o

[@femice]

I really like the finish and solutions!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you. I tried to come up with a simple self-contained layout for the size of van.

[@patriciaisaac9828]

If only the bed covered the kitchen it would make enough space for two people. I’m doing this to my next notability vehicle- shower exactly the same, portaloo, and a sofa bed, hoping to travel Europe but possibly just uk and wales. More magnets would stop the shower curtain from blowing in the wind. Best little conversion I’ve seen

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. The seat/bed height was determined by the porta potti and useable storage space. Any higher and the average persons head would touch the ceiling. Any lower and the potti wouldn't fit. To get a double bed over the hob would have made it uncomfortably low and possibly dangerous to use. Also there wouldn't be much space underneath for gas and water containers. Of course a double bed would be necessary for two people but most conversions I've seen in this sized van have a pull out drawer with a hob for cooking outside. Also as the bed takes up most of the internal space it has to be made up from outside. I wanted to make a self contained camper for one where you could do everything from inside. Especially in the typical British weather. With the exception of the shower of course.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

If you check out the conversion I've done to my own van you will see I've doubled up the shower curtain to stop anyone seeing through, added extra magnets as you suggest and peg it down at the bottom. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYHTkmWiatxkf9U

[@tempestholmes]

Wow, nice and simple. Love it!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you, and thanks for subscribing.

[@peaceformula5830]

Great video this is my dream van and conversion. Simple

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Yes, I'm enjoying the one I made for myself too.

[@ianmarks4481]

What a very nice, well thought-out conversion! These would be very popular in the U.S. -- just sayin'!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

True. There's a lot of US connect conversions on KZbin. Thanks BTW.

[@LauraConnected]

WOW! Great design. Very functional build!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. I have watched your van tour too. 👍

[@usualsuspect527]

וואוו! נוח וקל להפעלה, עם מקלחת ! מי צריך רכב בומבסטי! 👍👍👍❤ Wow, comfortable and easy to use, with bathroom! Who needs a heavy and expensive camping car!!!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I agree. You can have just as much fun in these (almost) and access more places.ברוך הבא 🤝

[@ednadevil3330]

Really impressive. I’m planning something similar with my combo. You’ve given me some great ideas 👍🏼

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Happy converting.

[@MariafromthePhilippineIslands]

Very, very neatly done...👌👌

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you, love & best wishes to the Philippines.

[@dontbeabeachmyrtle3871]

Great setup. I really liked it

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks 😃

[@dontbeabeachmyrtle3871]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 I've seen hundreds and hundreds of minivan conversions and this is the only one I've completely liked without any negative sides. Very smart design and clean lines 👌😁

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

WOW, thanks again.

[@lancejasper7708]

Very nice build

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you.

[@willwalkleyoutdoors5347]

Great conversion that ....clean, simple, everything you need ......BIG thumbs up........have subbed

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Cheers Will. I have watched some of your videos in the past. I'll have a few videos up myself soon. A night away (before the lockdown) and I've been working on my own van.

[@Ogma3bandcamp]

Excellent work. What make and model was that all-terrain van that pulled in next to you at the end?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. I've been informed the van belongs to adventuringvanman, Mercedes Sprinter I think. facebook.com/adventuringvanman

[@Ogma3bandcamp]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 Thank you!

[@LindzandLife]

Great build loved the tip about the potta potty 🤣 Shower area is genius. Can you tell me are you running a leisure battery from the alternator ? Am hoping can get away with solar charging mine. I've my build planned just struggling with the whole electric side of things.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Funny you should ask. I've just fitted a leisure battery to my own van this week. Most of the stuff I use in the van is low energy consumption, LED's, tablet, occasional water pump etc. and I would only run the 12v coolbox while driving. So I thought I wouldn't need a leisure battery. But I forgot I need to run a CPAP machine for 7-8 hours at night. Not wanting to lose storage space in the van I managed to find a small 60Ah AGM battery which would fit on it's side in the space behind the passenger seat. I was not keen on fitting a solar panel to the roof as I like to be able to get under height restrictions, I didn't want to drill a hole in the roof, I like to keep the van stealthy looking for the occasional urban camp and also the cost. So I went for the split charging option as I do drive out & about sightseeing when I'm away. It only cost £72 for a ready made kit. I've filmed some of the install and will put up a video if I have enough useable footage. All the best with your van.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

P.S. I might get a suitcase type solar panel next summer to use on site in the morning and late afternoon to compliment the split charger if I feel I need it. I will see how I get on.

[@LindzandLife]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 Thank you I'll be stalking your channel now for the videos 😆 Just popped notifications on. Good point there i plan to be doing a fair bit of driving also so think I will look into the split charger. And I've seen panels you can just sit on the dash for a solar looking forward to your upcoming content. I'm going to look at a connect on Wednesday just to get a feel as belongs to a freind uses it just for work but will give me a better idea size wise x

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

@@LindzandLife I don't put out videos on a regular basis, just as & when really. Split chargers work in older vehicles like mine but newer one's with 'smart' alternators need a battery to battery charger. Gadget John's channel is a good one for electrics & tech stuff.

[@dwinnasinggih6932]

I like it, it's simple Dan beautiful😍

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you.

[@lindalogan8460]

This is absolutely perfect in every way. I want one. 👏💜🚐 (new sub here from far off south Africa)

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, and hello down there.

[@lindalogan8460]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 👋😊🇿🇦

[@deanc.5984]

Excellent bed and cabinet for stove! I have 2019 lwb and I want to do the exact build. Is the cabinet pre-built? Would love 2c the bed more. Thanks.🍺

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

No, I made the cabinet. You can see more in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3yZpXqBoJyejZY

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Be aware the headroom in the newer Connect's is less, so you may have to make the seating lower so your head doesn't touch the ceiling.

[@davidfromtexas9681]

Absolutely Brilliant!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks David.

[@lindylund280]

Nice build.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks.

[@millinutz]

So, you've sold this wonderful Micro camper to A Boat Girl, I wish I had known you were selling this when you did this video. Are you doing more builds to sell?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

No plans to do any at the moment. I gave up my rented workshop in the first lockdown. It's hard to come by a reasonably priced suitable workshop, it took me three months to find that one. Then there's a lot of other overheads involved. If things had went well I might have made a business out of it, but I hadn't factored in a global pandemic.

[@millinutz]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 such a pity, as I was looking for a skilled guy with Transit knowledge to do a LHD Connect back then when you did that one. I' now rebuilding a Suzuki Motorbike instead, as travelling in times of Covid is not the same, even long after the Pandemic it'll be different. Good luck with future plans, greets Steve.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Is it a VS800 by any chance. I see you have a lot of videos on your channel. I had one of those in the early nineties. Plenty of torque.

[@1bunnytravels283]

Brilliant Shower!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you, nice and refreshing!

[@alenavyazhevich2703]

Advice! Create a slide out drawer where the toilet is, so that all you need to do is slide out the drawer for toilet and remove toilet fir a shower area with a curtain that hooks to ceiling

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Hi Alena. There just isn't the height for a drawer under the bench seat. Also you cannot stand up inside these vans for a shower.

[@josmoify]

nice clean build

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks 🤘

[@nickp4179]

Nice work. Impressive. 👍

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks.

[@hangoutwithdeggers]

Very nice , love the simple layout , .... how much would that conversion cost please ?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Around 6k.

[@ThisWontEndWell]

Great van, would like to see you put the waterproof junction box for solar on the roof so the buyer has the option of a solar panel without needing to undo what you have alredy built.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I was not keen on making holes in the roof. Also it just fits under most height restrictions, even fitting a junction box would prevent this. I thought it would be better for the new owners to decide. I also have a connect camper and use a split charge and solar suitcase for my charging needs for the reason above, plus to keep it stealthy for urban camping. Check out my video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rp-pp3qon92lhq8

[@tgc4204]

Good use of the space under the bed. What is the size of the bin?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

The storage boxes are 300mm x 400mm x 320mm high.

[@RB-yw9xv]

Hi my name is Jeffery from Blackpool and I live in a tent in the back of a van and struggling but A O you did a amazing job of that camper just checking on the price you or gowing to sell

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Cheers. I sold it a year ago.

[@brunoroy2665]

Everything is great! But, where is the table to eat?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I have fitted a Lagun mounted swivel table in my latest Connect.

[@Ben-db5re]

Great van! I recommend adding a side awning to it! It’s perfect for summer trips / camping road trips around Europe or just after a long walk to have a cuppa and daily drive! Do you drive it much for shopping trips etc or did you sell this on?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Hi Ben. I do have an inflatable awning for my own van. You can see it in the thumbnail for this video : kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3yZpXqBoJyejZY As for this conversion, I made it to sell just as the virus started. So I still have it parked up waiting for restrictions to be lifted.

[@SCCFORUM]

That is very neat and practical. 👍🏻

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you.

[@alyc9473]

Hi Love the campers and your high standards. Did you make the blackout window blinds and if could you explain what with and how. Thanks

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, yes I made them from reflectix with a black shower curtain material bonded to one side with a high temperature spray glue. They were cut so they tuck in the rubber window seals.

[@alyc9473]

Thanks that's really useful. All the best

[@awpetersen5909]

Good job...greetings from Germany

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Danke schön.

[@klezmorim]

Superb job! I'm curious about the water pump for your sink. Is it electrical? If so do you have a deep cycle battery somewhere or do you run your shower from the 12V from the car's battery?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

The water pump is a 12v submersible dropped in the water container operated from a micro switched tap. In my own Connect I have squeezed in a 60Ah AGM leisure battery behind the passenger seat. To run a 12v coolbox as well.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Heres the video of my leisure battery and split charger: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJqzYn2Pfq5oaNE

[@hellohellohello6847]

Hi, Iv just bought a connect and looking to have it converted for night fishing etc.. if I gave you my van how much would it cost to have this conversion done by you? Kind regards Phil

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Hi Phil, unfortunately I gave up my workshop unit so I have nowhere to work. I do have a kitchen unit & a bed unit made up for a Tourneo Connect which I brought home. It could possibly be adapted to fit a standard Connect if you have DIY skills. Email me if you're interested, email address in the link.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

If you're not after anything to flash I have the ply storage units with bed ready to go. As used in this camping trip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqS4h4ekoqaoe5o Also I have a set of 3 rear seats available too.

[@ticketyboo6435]

I watch all of these channels wishing I had one 😏

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

One day 🙂

[@ilox11]

Nice work. I came over from seeing the one you built for Lorna, London Boat Girl. You have fitted in just about everything I would be looking for except for some sort of solar power to charge up a second battery or perhaps an outlet to power a laptop. Have you thought of an option like that?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Welcome. You could fit these if you have the need. But I like to be able to fit under height barriers and the extra storage space a battery would take up. It's swings & roundabouts. Personal choice.

[@GinaKayLandis]

Very nice build! You may have said already, but is this van a long wheel base?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. Yes you are right this is the long wheel base high top version of the Ford Tourneo Connect.

[@bahamasking2063]

Great job on this van

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks 👍🏝

[@brennduhx3]

Would this be tall enough to stand in? I’m 5’5 for reference. Awesome build!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. There is just over 4'5" of headroom in this van so you can't stand up, but it benefits from being able to fit under height restrictions.

[@Ka9radio_Mobile9]

Very nice camper! The only major thing I would change is the hose fro the outlet of the LP tank going to the cooker, the connections just don't look proper for an LP hook up.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. I'd just like to point out as you can't see it from the video, the gas hose is connected to a bulkhead fitting which is connected by 9mm copper pipe to the hob. It conforms with LPG regs.

[@MaryAmesMitchell]

Nicely done.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks 🐕

[@LoveDogs___3]

You should put a fold down extension on the counter so you have room to actually cook

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I have since built myself a camper like this with a fold down worktop and a few other extras.

[@TUBEalicious]

Nice and stealthy!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

🕶

[@ilovealexo]

Awesome conversion 👌

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks 🤙

[@jac6274]

Hi Mark, could I get a Ford Tourneo connect with an automatic gearbox? This conversation would be great for me, you have thought of everything needed for comfort.

[@jac6274]

Conversion! Bloomin auto text!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I've not seen one myself. If there are any they would be few & far between. The newer model Tourneo Connect does have an automatic option but there is not as much headroom inside so this layout wouldn't work without lowering the seating height and losing the porta potti storage underneath.

[@jac6274]

Thanks Mark. Thought that might be the case. I really like the way the porta potti stores away, it’s all neat and tidy. Need to look around for a similar vehicle to the one you use, just with the right dimensions for your conversion. Hurt my back jogging years ago so have only driven autos since then.

[@jac6274]

Can I ask, do you insure your van as a camper or keep it as a van? Do you have to let DVLA know it’s been converted?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I knew exercise is bad for your health that's why I avoid it. Most people change their PANEL VAN conversions to motorhome to get cheaper insurance. Tourneo's have seats & windows and the taxation class on the log book is car. It might be wise to inform them of the number of seats if you remove any. Have a look at the Nissan NV200. You can get that in the car version with an automatic gearbox.

[@soloseadog]

Nice and simple conversion. The build quality looks great. I also have a tourneo connect. I think they make decent micro campers. People are still shocked when I tell them my family sleeps in mine. Me the wife and 7 year old.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, I'm a big fan of these vans. Internal space vs compact external size. I see you have kept one of the rear seats in yours, I'm currently working on my own van and have done the same. I've toyed with the idea of a roof mounted solar panel but I like to get under height restrictions. I don't use that much power when I'm camping anyway.

[@caledoniankiwi5653]

What size are the water tanks? They look perfect and really slim

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

They are 290mm x 120mm x 345mm high.

[@ImpatiensWalleriana]

FANTASTIC!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

THANKS.

[@Theo-mf3bd]

Omg An absolutely great conversion😱 unfortunatly you don't work in Holland still absolutely curious what a conversion would cost?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I know micro campers and small caravans are popular in Holland. This one would cost around 6,000 GBP. ❤to NL.

[@Theo-mf3bd]

@@afordbabblecampervan7555 thnx for your quick reaction :)

[@caledoniankiwi5653]

This looks awesome - where did you get the reflex window covers from? - I heard you had to give up your unit. Don’t give up on the business, things will change and people love your conversions

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, I bought the Reflectix on a roll from Wickes & bonded a shower curtain material to one side using high temperature spray glue. Thanks for the words of encouragement.

[@joe-hanhairy3882]

is there any way to make it stand-up-able ? Like a homemade semi-fixed roof or something (i dont like the idea of not being able to stand up)

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

I've seen a pop-top on ebay for £2300 you have to fit it yourself. It doesn't look that pretty either. I find the only time I need to stand up is to put my trousers on or to take a pee. I can put my trousers on laying on the bed, and take a pee kneeling into a bottle or on the porta potti or outside in the bushes! A pop top would also stop me from getting under height barriers and spoil the stealthy look.

[@jfitzpatrick6108]

Neat! Really, really neat!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks.

[@robertwillis4061]

I want to see the van at 10.00. The 4x4 sprinter conversion

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Yes that pulled into the car park while I was making my van tour trying to steal the show.

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

It's just been pointed out to me it belongs to Adventuringvanman on instagram.

[@richardmccombs617]

Nice job!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks. 😃

[@donnaknight6404]

Hi! I've just sent you an email about possibly doing build for me. Yours is wonderful!!!! I asked where you are located and how much it would be for a conversion like this. I'm very eager to hear from you!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Hi, yes sent you a reply.

[@LeslieLarsen]

Beautiful!

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thank you.

[@caledoniankiwi5653]

Love this conversion- what size are the boxes underneath?

[@afordbabblecampervan7555]

Thanks, they are Auer boxes, 30Ltr W-300mm x L-400mm x H-320mm