FULL DIY VAN BUILD from Start to Finish | Our Minimalist Van Life Conversion 🚐

This is how we built our campervan conversion from start to finish! Including all the little details, what went wrong and what went right. In this video I share the 5-month process of van building - from finding the van to travelling around New Zealand.
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00:22 Finding a van
00:48 budget
01:21 Design
01:31 Removing the old interior
02:28 Subfloor
02:44 Making furniture
03:35 Simple solutions
04:17 Building without experience
04:35 Installing sky light
04:50 Interior walls
05:15 Plumbing issues
05:45 Self contained certification
06:15 Electricity
07:01 Too much bad information
07:42 Solar 12v system
08:20 Slatted roof
08:35 Making curtains and cushions
09:24 Cork floor
10:08 Running out of money
10:30 Spray painting
10:57 Work trades
11:28 Shower
11:56 Composting toilet
12:10 Finished result
12:27 How long it took
12:46 The hardest part
13:25 Outro

[@philipbrackpool-bk1bm]

As no one has said vantastic job I will.

[@winamortenson9125]

This video will be helpful, with some ideas for the 1974 camper trailer my spouse will be fixing for the next few months. Right now it is completely gutted and he took out all the rotten wood and replaced it. That has already taken a a couple months! There is always something to slow things down. Well done on all your learning and getting the van finished. 🧡

[@TreasureHunterIggy]

Love the outtakes at the end. Your American accent is so perfect, I often forget you're from Sweden.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you haha!

[@rosanevarez149]

I love your vibe, would you please make videos cooking in your van? I would gravely appreciate it.

[@n.g.1554]

Not only I love the van, but hearing how you both have built it's so amazing.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much :)

[@twoandahalftravellers]

love everything about it!

[@Soulself11]

I love the all natural materials. Beautiful van!

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you!

[@davidcedarholm4309]

3 cheers to you and your husband for such a simple and beautifully done build, and thank you for the inspiring video!

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much!

[@JohnPaul-158]

Morning! The van is turning out great! But, I thought you would have used some blue in it, to match your eyes! haha? Stay safe and enjoy the van!

[@SagaJohanna]

Haha, that would've been a good idea :) Thank you!

[@JohnPaul-158]

@@SagaJohanna 🤩😍🤩

[@valorielynwhitman8531]

WOW!!! It's a beautiful home. I love it. If I were 40 years younger I would love to try it. You are a very talented, brave young woman. I am happy for you and your mate. Happy trails. Your 🇺🇲 Grandma

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so so much

[@gaivotamarota1]

Lovely home! ❤

[@artbarsegian4938]

👍

[@barbaratoynes296]

I absolutely love your van build, it is beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much!

[@amandaallen3422]

Jennifer Garner is the best, most relatable celebrity!

[@punnettsquares]

Thank you! I would love to build my own one day!

[@SagaJohanna]

It was so much fun!

[@linalorenz9434]

CONGRATULATIONS to both of you for your Sweet and Lovely Van 🎉🌟💖

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you! 🤗

[@rjaydriskill]

This makes me miss your van life videos, Saga. Lol. This project is so amazing. I think of myself as fairly handy, but what you guys did with this is way beyond my ability. Your ambition is admirable, and you not only tried for something great, but did it! This video is also beautifully edited, and I love the authenticity and truth in the story you tell.

[@SagaJohanna]

Haha, thank you! :D

[@childoftheuniverse3698]

❤

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you ❤️

[@jenw1116]

How much did it all cost in the end?

[@naraaway]

Saga you dont have problems with mice getting inside? I heard that is a common problem in van life

[@SagaJohanna]

We had one mouse once, but it's only been a problem at that time because we parked next to a grass field. Apart from that we've never had an issue! I think it helps not having food out and having good seals :)

[@isabelherrera8647]

Love traveling! What does your husband do for a living? For you, it's enough just social media???? 💰💰💰

[@SagaJohanna]

Me too! :) He works as a freelancer and actor, and I work for two Swedish companies as well as KZbin, but I don't make enough on social media :)