How I Built An Electric Tesla Powered Classic VW Bus

[@Louis]

This was all filmed before COVID-19

[@netto92now]

I miss normal life, cool vid

[@dannydanny9875]

I think the Roof needs to be lifted so you won't bonk your Head :-O

[@wiggledytoes]

You need Jenelle

[@dannydanny9875]

@Anita Miklos ???

[@joshb5416]

Looking forward to this series

[@DeanRead]

Yes Louis.... Can't wait wait to follow this build and for the road trips that will undoubtedly follow.

[@JakeMillerDoesTravel]

Seriously, it’s going to be great!

[@DeanRead]

@@JakeMillerDoesTravel Looking forward to seeing how much range they get from it once it's done.

[@FerdinandZebua]

I distinctly remember over two years ago Louis, me commenting on your old VW camper video, suggesting you meet up with Jehu. So awesome seeing this actually happen!

[@edwinsgeneration]

So cool, man. I admire how I afraid you are to start and stick to projects like this no matter how foreign they are.

[@LetsTurnItUpWorld]

What an absolutely dream to have your dream converted in Electric! Nice job to have the courage and patience to make that work!

[@tabottietjen3186]

Great video Louie. As someone who has followed you for a few years and I always thought your talk didn't equal up to your actions, this is amazing! Electric is truly the future. I to drove an electric bike for several years and now drive a Model 3. I would convert a bus myself if I was more adventurous. Jehu is a legend too so thanks for getting him some more exposure

[@doncarlo5]

dude you're freak ... I love that ... you're an inspiration for all of us, for three reasons: 1. because you took the iconic VW T2 (surfer van) for the project 2. because you have the guts to go for it, even if you're not a rocket scientist 3. you're not afraid to fail, and this, for me, it's what really counts in life

[@RayaWasHere]

I have never seen anyone work so hard on any project before. Sooo many months in the making. I’m so proud of you!! ❤️❤️

[@AppyG]

I agree, also I love watching stuff like this as there’s not much content out there like this on KZbin hopefully his videos blows up and recover some of the cost that he’s out on this project none the less it will be all for a good cause, love the movement guys!!

[@krusher74]

what do you think a mechanic is doing 40 hours a week?

[@AppyG]

@@krusher74 What?

[@theDHelement]

Looks like you haven't seen some project cars/builds

[@AppyG]

@Johnny Dong Guys I’ve seen many projects yes but not many on like where you switch a petrol/diesel engine van for a full electric, I’m not on about any other normal project or engine swap, as I don’t watch electric swaps or electric cars for that matter, and being a van lover I just thought I’d share my thoughts on this video and say there’s not many video’s of of this this on here maybe it is but I’ve not seem them, I don’t quite understand, “what do you think a mechanic is doing 40 hours a week” of course I know they do, you just answered your own question they’re a mechanic, but Louis ain’t a mechanic is he.

[@jayweezy3264]

russel brand when u give him science n stuff instead of crack.

[@andyastrand]

And take away his internet

[@Boohbah602]

Sad thing I get my news from Russel these days lol 😂

[@yurii.lompart]

So amazing project 🤩 It's my dream to build an electric van and travel all around the world. Tip: if you have a battery higher than 48vdc, you can use directly all your chargers, induction cooker, an even inverter fridge without any additional inverter from DC to AC. I made tests and its works awesome, because in every charger AC turns to DC. And you don't need to do it multiple times.

[@KombiLife]

NICE ONE LOUIS! Great episode! I will tell my subs to come check it out!

[@Louis]

thanks bro! appreciate it! ✌🏼next time you're in California I'll have to take you for a ride!

[@tomsummers1137]

Did you catch me at minute 4, Alaska’s Dad?

[@paxwallacejazz]

@@Louis I'm one of Kombi Life subs but my normal feed sent me here. I wish I were in a position to follow in your footsteps$! but I'm a hand to mouth street musician living in a caravan in Copenhagen dk American expat jazz pianist composer any $ I generate goes to basic living expenses because as an American I can't take advantage of the wonderful Danish safety net but will sub bro.☯️✌

[@VTwin_Nomad]

Nice idea if you can't find parts for the original combustion engine. Definitely fun. Batteries are not CO2 neutral. Not by far. Especially not with US electricity. But better than the old engine

[@VEE3RDEYE]

You’ve always done the most interesting vehicle builds

[@Mac0SXTutorials101]

His Van and Busses he’s renovated were so dope

[@philp9957]

he doesn't actually build anything. He gets other people to do it.. Having $ to blow on stuff isn't really a 'skill' per-se.

[@garethorrill6651]

@@philp9957 Yeah, I picked up on this. At the start he emphasises on how he's going into this big project with 'no knowledge' - who cares when someone else is doing the work. Either way, its a great project though. Interesting watch

[@MartinZeme]

He literally has a team of people doing all the work! Also Project Binky guys would like to have a word about most interesting vehicle build.

[@QueenDaenerysTargaryen]

Yes

[@marfisgubben]

This is still my favorite video on KZbin. Love everything about it!

[@kyland]

Wow!! So much passion and love and dedication into this project! Your curiousity is inspiring! I can't wait to see more!

[@killianociardubhain414]

Yes! The beauty, depth & character of a vintage VW camper combined with the clean, green, reliability of an electric vehicle. This is the dream.

[@dopeass791]

Look up litium mining you tool. Electric cars pollute more than a gas car...

[@dopeass791]

Also the electricy you charge it with often comes from coal power plants

[@harryhamilton1465]

Re-watching this now while waiting for the next episode of the trip across US

[@DapFrIeNd.]

Same here

[@lianessyes7238]

Jehu is a total legend! So lucky for you to have connected with him and receive his guidance. You are building my dream camper van. Have fun Louis. Nice one.

[@danielspoerle9657]

Being a licenced electrician, mechanic, building engineer and master HVAC license holder. Also a lover of camping and nature. I found this build incredibly interesting. Good job man. Hope Elon Musk takes note and builds a production van. You could definitely give him some tips and ideas!

[@Rio_Lillebekk]

This made my day !!! Thanks a lot Louis for this great idea !!! i will convert my dream VW in an electric one !!! all the best from Vienna !

[@thedruekefamilyadventures8890]

This is so cool!! You are living the life! I am feeling inspired!

[@krewcialofficial]

I remember Jehu Garcia from when he made 35m adapters for cameras! Bought a few of those from him way back. Good to see him again.

[@anotherbrickinthewall1700]

A van is used to go cross country. Now with electric you can go across the city...and back. Great times, great memories.

[@torbengilbert2995]

I loved the video so much. I watched the full ads. Dude you build my dream bus!!! I bought a 2015 E-golf and love my EV.

[@LiveTheDash]

best vid you have made in AGES!! cant wait too follow this build and glad to have you back bro. the YT OG is back!

[@jakobisio467]

Following your journey for years with a few breaks but stuff like this makes you one of the greatest creators on yt. No way I could scroll past that 🚀🚀

[@243SendIt]

I love this idea of taken these classic or old cars and turning them into electrics it breathes them new lives and make them more eco-friendly

[@julianweisse5854]

Sweet! Dreaming of doing this to my bay window since 5 years... It’s just so crazy expensive. But I think it’s time now.

[@Just_Jelle]

This is so cool! Looking forward to the rest of this series (and the end result)! ✨

[@teamhumble]

also running silent means making vlogs is gonna be a trip too, inside and out (on the roof!) looking forward to seeing the rest of this unfold.

[@Michael-lg4wz]

I know this was months ago, but series hybrid is very efficient. A ICE running at constant load/speed makes it maximally efficient, you can plumb in a real car exhaust to minimise noise, and this would give you big range with a small battery. Best of both worlds.

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Chef has 2013 BMW 328 I hyybe 1.3 kw 6 one ea n ge rv I nky 456 mk k es

[@SedonaChristina]

This was so cool to watch! So exciting! Congrats on the new adventure!

[@luvyou-baby]

This is super interesting! Looking forward to these video series

[@mhollick63]

We have an actual Tesla and its range is 320 miles. We've used it for road trips of up to 1800 miles (one way). you need to recharge at a supercharger every 250 miles or so for 30 minutes or so. So you go get a drink and go to the bathroom and/or eat a meal and you're good to go.

[@buffalobill3504]

So woke of you. Stay in Kalifornia.

[@PITAH1]

@@buffalobill3504 ok boomer

[@kazardomain]

when you mentioned Jehu Garcia I was like...this is going to be interesting..I love his works.electric car movement.make earth healthy...This is the way.

[@xroadventure9348]

wow incredible. we were just talking about rebuilding old vans with newer electric engines! that is so so cool WOW. So proud of all you’ve accomplished with all your builds, you should be so proud of what you’ve accomplished. keep going! we’re new to vanlife youtube community and cannot wait to make inspiring videos like these to drive people to live their dreams and be free. thanks for this video and can’t wait for the next one! any feedback and/or support you can give to us would be greatly appreciated!

[@kaydesign]

I had the same ‘highttop’ T2 bus traveled also true Europe, but never had a issue. You can drive vintage with just good maintenance and driving careful. That said, going electric is awesome, love this project!

[@JordanPike]

I am so absolutely excited for this series. The world needs more people like Louis! Can't wait to have an electric car myself and not have to burn any more fossil fuels for regular vehicle travel. Thank you for sharing this adventure Louis and investing in electric! Yew!

[@TomKenyon1878]

Awesome Louis!!!! Only 20 seconds in and already excited for this

[@therhino5831]

Love how your back I’m going to watch all your videos from this one I need to catch up love the work excited to see the progress love you Louise

[@dougmoore5209]

Excellent, back in the day I had a 1963 1500cc VW Van. Loved it too, until the reality of keeping it on the road was just too much. I wish I had it now to convert it. Loved the video.

[@wisco]

0:06 was the most terrifying clip I have witnessed all week. Pretty sure Louis just saw his life flash before him.

[@Maximillieeee]

Soooo glad you are telling this story, thanks 🙏🏼

[@brunotartari675]

In Brazil you can buy vw parts at the grocery store. No matter how small a town is, there's someone who can rebuild this engine in 3 days using only hand tools. Definitely not expensive to maintain a wv van here.

[@brunotartari675]

There's probably over one million vw beetles and vans cruising every day.

[@gadgetsage]

Huh wow

[@matthiastrabandt3984]

Dude that's amazing! Great work. I am just thinking about an electric Trabant 601🤔

[@DrejcD]

Uuuuuu, that would be awesome. 🤘

[@moltro3152]

Electric cardboard box 📦?

[@bearpits]

so excited for this. VW Bus era was my favorite time of the vlog. Glad to see it Louis !!

[@blizteredthumbs7911]

I’m glad you’re showing all the bad bits as well as the good bits.. makes it more realistic 🤘🤪

[@andrewoccleshaw359]

I would love to change my 2018 promaster to electric in the future. So I'm keeping my eyes open to these type of projects. Good luck to you.

[@russellscott1151]

So cool. I’m going to have to watch the rest of the build now :)

[@pharmacistv]

Genius and sustainable, whats not to like? Great job 👏 👍

[@pharmacistv]

@@pauleric8799 thats so interesting, do you have a source for that calculation? Sustainable energy is definitely the way to go, I think people are becoming more carbon conscious too.

[@josh3570]

It’s nice to watch one of your vids again!

[@sandyc6569]

Very excited on following this Van transformation!!!!!! 😊👍

[@MusketPhotography]

oh wow I am really looking forward to watching these. I brought an electric car a few months ago and love it.

[@gabrielalexander8836]

Lmao, first the bump then the door swinging open.. love it😆

[@TheEggelton]

I am 6 seconds in and all I can say is "holy shttt, you are lucky that sheet metal didn't kickback through your sternum".

[@oviduran]

I have seen Jehu in another video and he is a legend. Wepa Boricua!

[@Ma6ik]

Ahhh i remember the boom bus!! the hiphop days man

[@ElevationEveryWeekend]

This is awesome! Have always wanted to get a mold Beetle and do something similar. Following! Would love to see an itemized break down of costs!

[@davexplore]

Awesome project I love it!! Already excited for the next episode :)

[@JakeMillerDoesTravel]

Agreed! Should be awesome!

[@mathstar4176]

What would be an interesting sequel to feature your Classic VW Camper would be to get an artist to decorate it with Woodstock style Hippie designs.😎😁♥️🎵🎶🎶🎶🎸🎸🎸🥁🥁🥁🥁

[@TheMcNeillsonWheels]

Really enjoyed watching this. Thanks!

[@VWLifeVW]

we are excited to watch your journey! can't wait to see it on the road again! Can we send you some VW Life stickers?

[@justvish]

Hey Grandpa!(of Vlogging) I watched the full video without scrubbing. Nice to you see you back with this banger. Love it! Can't bliv it's gonna be 2021 in I'm still watching FunForLouis.

[@PincheALsGarage]

i am currently doing a Diesel Engine in my 71 VW BUS. Tons of Torque and 40 to 50 MPG. Doing the electric swap is an amazing idea but for going on real road trips it will never work great for real world road tripping. I wish you tons of luck and goes well.

[@ollie2052000]

Just imagine your carbon footprint if you travel the world for 6 years. Staggering.

[@lilwayne9392]

just imagine your carbon footprint if you are the chinese communist party using dusty inefficient industrial manufacturing and child/forced labour

[@mathstar4176]

Well done Louis, now for old Hippie artist to collaborate with 21est century Scientific inventor. Now for the psychedelic designs on the VW Camper.

[@HustleHue]

Awesome to see you having fun still! keep it rad louis

[@LizzKillian]

I bought a Volt back in February definitely the best car decision I have ever made. Next car will be fully electric, this it was a really good and affordable way to dip my toes in the electric car world. I live in a big city so I never use fuel unless I go on a road trip (which doesn’t happen much with covid right now.)

[@gadgetsage]

Before doing that you should probably watch some videos I'd recommend the first one "why every 5th electric car owner goes back to gas"

[@bobeden5027]

I toured Australia 8 times over 10 years as a folksinger and my kombi only failed once and that was my fault, 1800 cc twin carby went like a rocket!

[@tracezachdaniels4264]

SO SHWEEEETTT...much love Tee with LIONS NAMED LEO.[the music worldwide} aaaahhhyeah.....GREAT VIDEO...GREAT JOB

[@WilliamLeonard]

The part where the door of the bus opened and you kept driving like nothing had happened was so funny! 😂

[@MajesticG0rilla]

you are awesome. This was a great video to watch!

[@EllisGirlsFashion]

Im so excited for this series! I own a T3 bus, but its not an electric, haha, I wish.

[@ronaldchan9150]

Shouldn't be CHEAP but should be exciting, interesting and cooooool ! 😘👍💪

[@MrHotsharkAble]

As someone always fascinated by awesome build projects but knows nothing about it, this is super interesting to see, looking forward to the next one!

[@christosbinos8467]

"here's how I did it with no experience" *Pays a team of experts to work on it* Still a fun video

[@chillappreciator885]

Yep, that's how you do it with no experience

[@martinis801]

You can see from the very first second of the video that this "hippie" has more money than anyone around here. (Probably his parents)

[@retro9194]

I own a classic VW... You people drag the good vintage VW thru the mud.

[@Max.J944]

Cannot wait to see what the van looks like when its done! Love your videos Louis, keep it up 👍🏼-- Live The Adventure 😝

[@alexgalston4193]

This is so awesome!! I’d love to convert my 23 window

[@netto92now]

Can't wait for the follow bun, I get my EV early next year in the UK. But these conversions narenso so cool.

[@yajbgaming]

This is so satisfying, this is the kind of video i want to watch.

[@lilymae859]

Instant sub!!! Looking forward to learning all about converting a van to electric ⚡️

[@botworks6288]

Daniel Day Lewis is a true chameleon. Here, he de-aged himself 25 years and grew dreadlocks. Magnificent.

[@ajpaquette]

Haha

[@lyiansoria1013]

I’ve always wanted to see if I can do this in the future! This is so great and I’m so happy and proud of you for doing this I can’t wait for your new adventures

[@Whereisshellymiscavige]

So glad I came across this video!

[@yeknommonkey]

Sees title, ooh I'm gonna do that, 30 seconds in, oh no im not.... Amazing work.

[@imperpekto12ify]

Im so jealous! VW bus is my dream car too!! Its a bit hard to find a nice looking car like that..

[@vk6xcj]

Awesome stuff. The good old kombi camper van :) I have a delica 4x4 camper van I'd love to convert to electric as well :)

[@4Simmix4]

it finally started! :) can't wait for more

[@mrsir9616]

I like classic cars, and its good to see others out there with the same passion. With electric coming of age, I didn't want the ''Prius'' looking electric car, I want a classic looking car. 50's Chevy truck, or old 55 Nomad.

[@QueenDaenerysTargaryen]

Next episode: make Tesla powered flying saucer°👍💥

[@michaelbetancourt9699]

Puerto Rico in the house 🇵🇷

[@silviabarrio6324]

Yeahhhh bro!!! Watch electrlisis! And you can use the electrics motors with water its same if you use sated or sweet water!!! Its nice!!!!

[@johnselekta]

Nice, wanna do my T4 at some point but a few years off yet though, inspiring stuff.

[@xoandgabbs75]

wow this is awesome! cheers for sharing!

[@paragsatyal6891]

Whoa! Last time I heard of Jehu Garcia was when he used to sell Jag35 camera rigs!

[@biasvita]

So cool Louis! Congrats!

[@DrejcD]

BOOM! CONTENT! Yes, yes, yes! 🥰

[@stevesrover]

Really interested in this. When battery capacities increase and the internal combustion engine is no more, my car will be getting restored and an electric engine fitted. No point having a V8 if you can’t fuel it!

[@zooblestyx]

This gentleman is the LookMumNoComputer of cars.

[@thormaster06]

Electric cars are the future, but as long as almost 50% of Californias electricity comes from fosil fuels electric cars aren't that much cleaner than fosil fuel cars. Nevertheless, very excited you gave this VW van a new life!!

[@KartsAgainstHumanity]

Electric is absolutely not the future, the best option is clearly hydrogen but governments refuse to listen to this

[@KartsAgainstHumanity]

@jonnysrevenge That works for you, most of us don't live in a desert though.

[@sharonbraselton3135]

Wrong

[@johnnoyobbo8618]

Hydrogen powered cars are the future

[@fajwolbert]

Electricity from fossil fuels has a better efficiency then fossil cars…