I REBUILT MY DREAM CAMPER VAN (Huge Upgrades)

[@WillsWhereabouts]

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[@plaguezero]

pyramid of beers? hows about: Beeramid?

[@graemepatterson]

Subscription trap company. they seem to be everywhere at the moment.

[@tammycruz8189]

I want this but I don't think they deliver to the U.S.A ???

[@WillsWhereabouts]

@@plaguezeroI like it 😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

@@tammycruz8189sadly they don’t

[@RetiredMegatron]

You showing all the mistakes is AWESOME! nobody is perfect. It just makes you and the channel more relatable.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

It’s all part and parcel of trying to do things yourself

[@idaobergs]

Seriously your happiness is so infectious! I had an awful day so this is just what I needed this evening, thank you so much Will! A tip: just turn the "arm" of the swivel table 180 degrees. Take it of the bracket it hangs and then take the table mount of and turn the arm 180 degrees, then put everything back. In that way you'd get the handles of the swivel the other way around and you should be able to swing it outside as well 😊

[@WillsWhereabouts]

You're very welcome, thank you for watching 🙌 and thanks for the tip

[@sunnygtir]

The gas line from your gas locker to the appliances should be a hard line, not the orange pipe. It's okay to use the orange pipe within the gas locker from the regulator to a bulkhead fitting. Did you fit a drop out vent in the gas locker? The gas locker has also been fitted upside down.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks mate, yes vent installed 🙌 and how do you know it’s fitted upside down? I didn’t even consider this as it looked the same all the way round

[@sunnygtir]

@@WillsWhereabouts The locker needs a 50mm upstand at the bottom, the door shouldn't go to the floor. You've got it at the top.

[@eliteosbo]

another top tip ..waste pipes and water pipes dont use those wrinkled hoses ..use a flexible straight hose pipe style ,or hep2 o water pipe tube ..those wrinkles will capture crud ..

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s a great tip and something I’ll need to remember for the future, thanks!

[@linz_in_NZ]

@@WillsWhereabouts I used Washing machine waste hose, its smooth inside and more flexible. Also a little strainer thingy in the sink helps keep the yucky bits out, can just tip them in the bin.

[@derektrotter4287]

Hello mate put a stripe of foam behind spice jars stop them rattling or falling out 👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks for the tip mate 🙌

[@lyngleed]

You,Will,are a tonic. Love your videos,they never fail to bring a smile to my face.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That's good to hear Lyn 🙌

[@crapbag9724]

The moment you put that jigsaw to that wood I said why is he cutting from the outside? Classic Will, never change mate :)

[@TheRedleader01]

yep just clocked that hahaha

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I honestly don’t know what I was thinking 😂😂

[@animestein]

Now that is a nice van! Everything you could want in a neat and tidy space. Well done Will, looking forward to the next campout in her! Thanks for filming all of this for us, I do appreciate the effort you put into it. I know it added to the build time tremendously, but it was a fun ride so thank you.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks very much, it does add time but it’s always enjoyable to share the trails and tribulations

[@DeanX_]

The way you show mistakes and say what's wrong and asking for help makes these vids so authentic and a great reason to watch

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thank you 🙌

[@BT-xm6ne]

One thing I can say is I haven't gotten tired of watching your videos. I highly enjoy watching you do your filming. I understand that it can be tiring for you and that is completely OK. I will watch what ever you choose to fillm. I am excited to see you do some camping in the upgraded mary. The one thing I can say is that if I tried to build a van camper I wold have the exact same issues with getting things to work like you do so you are not alone.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That's awesome mate thanks for watching, we've got some exciting things to come thats for sure 🙌

[@brianbrown8845]

Mary is looking awesome Will, you stick at things and don't give up. 👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Persistence is key

[@dtblench]

i use a simular technique me HGV, velcro! The one i got was from B&M, two nets which meet in the middle via magnets which come with velcro pads for the door frame and net to meet. I measured and cut to size the nets and stuck one set of velcro to the frame of my doors and the others on the nets. When i want to park up with the windows open it takes me seconds to put my nets up, when i dont need them, they're rolled up and out of sight. The magnets even work as weights to keep the net pulled down

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Great tips mate thank you 🙌

[@BecsRae]

The amount of excitement you display when something comes together is fun to watch. Great to see Mary getting her final revamp. Hope you keep her and have many more adventures with her :)

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thank you 🙌 it is so satisfying when a plan comes together

[@gavinwilkinson3722]

Will dont forget your gas locker needs a permanent vent to outsi

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks Gavin, I did install one just forgot to show and tell you

[@HolgerJakobs]

Yes 100 cm2 in size

[@missybennett600]

The knives above the bed, PERFECT

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I've survived this far haha 🙌

[@levt2156]

Mary's looking fresh and neat! Great job! Fly nets...! I bought a generic one off of Amazon and i have the entire thing held into place with strong magnets. I trimmed off the extra, and while not ideal, it looks okay and keeps the bugs out. I'm sure I'll redo this in a while, but there are a few (a kajillion) other things that are more pressing.😅

[@WillsWhereabouts]

How have you fixed the magnets and where have you placed them?

[@pauljohnson7199]

Looking brilliant I love the things you’ve done to Mary and as for you you’re like a bottle of wine the older you get the better you are good looking fit body and yet still hilarious. Keep up the good work.❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@cliveroulstone9366]

Curtain )why not cut the top part off (most of it)and sew it to bottom ,plus use some glue ,plus hammer the rubber trim closer (on the floor )before putting it all back together hope this helps but still use your clamps even over the rubber until you’ve finished good ,luck love the videos

[@erinantrim2652]

In regards to your fly net....would some hooks on the inside work for when it is rolled up...hook the roll up on them? When you finally get it figured out I think you're really going to enjoy having the option to have the door open w/out bugs getting in.

[@steviek5138]

With regards the fly screen you could attach a battern to the bottom of the screen and two hooks above and below that you can hook the battern onto below when in use and when not in use roll all the way up and hook above to keep tidy and clear of the door 😊👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s a great idea, cheers mate

[@stevenp4073]

For the mesh for the door - what about sewing a strong magnet strip into the edges so you can out it up when needed and store it away when not needed.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

The issue is I can’t sew hah

[@kst357]

For the bug screen I suggest using velcro strips. A strip will have to be sewn around the edges of the screen and you can figure out how to attach the other side of the velcro to the van. This makes it easily removable. Stow it away and put it up when you need it. Another option is to use zippers but velcro is much simpler, cheaper, & easier to use.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Yea the only issue is I can’t sew but I can learn that’s for sure

[@RyanRecknagle]

You get your spair tire on the back of the van go to your local 4x4 store they should be able to help you to do that it shouldn't matter if your two wheel drive or four most would food for thought love the videos keep it up

[@sunseeker8457]

Nice upgrades. I have the same nail gun. It will jam up on you. When it does. Take out the battery (safety first) Open and take out the nails and open the top. It gets jammed at the top where the little hammer comes in n out, and just needs cleaning. This is because each time you fire a nail into the wood. A small amount of wood dust goes backwards into the nail gun where the hammer is. The more nails you use. The quicker it needs unblocking / cleaning. As for the bug net. I personal don't like these kind. Each time you want to go in n out. It's a bit like a tent. Zip and unzip every time. Annoying I will get one with magnets down the middle (I have them from my home) You just pull the net open and it closes itself behind you. These I will just use self adhesive velcro to hang them up. Then I can take it away in the winter. Did you drill a hole in the bottom of your gas locker for any gas to escape?

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Awesome thanks for that 🙌 yes, vented the locker so it's all good

[@catherineferguson7388]

Hi Will, sorry I’m late, please don’t get rid of Mary. You did a great job with the table. The shoe is really neat, superb job Will, it’s a shame you didn’t show us how to do the garage 🥲, Mary is so awesome now, bless her. Thank you for your informative video. 🤟🏼✌️👋👍🚐. 🤗🥰

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks so much Catherine

[@TheJambulance]

Hats off to you ..good job. I've been upgrading my ex ambo...getting near to finishing now 😊

[@charrski2918]

I don't know much about this kind of stuff but what if you use a velcro system on the fly net - that way you can take it down when not in use and just velcro it back up when you do want to use it

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s a good idea I need to find a way to improve it

[@baldvale5418]

11:52 Well done you ; ) you could cut out a hole in a corner of the table to make a cup holder. 19:15 It's Bonfire Night soon !

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That's a top idea, thanks 🙌

[@baldvale5418]

Your welcome Will 😊​@@WillsWhereabouts

[@sjmpudding30]

Looking goooood Mary. You have made me want to do some upgrades in my self build. Love the shoe storage idea.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

You can do it!

[@joannajones8218]

Who could not love 'Mary' ! Great job! Well done Will 👏👏👏

[@WillsWhereabouts]

She’s back to life now 😊

[@eggy4152]

Mary's looking good, she's happy now. I see my idea is in place. With the screen door,how about putting it upside down, that way the zip is up,but all the bulk in on the step or in the step,or tie it to the sides like curtains. Just a thought. 👋💕🇦🇺

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s not a mad idea you know!

[@soniayoung7531]

Heyy Will everything looking great ,I enjoy watching you do your upgrades, with the mistakes and all puts a smile on my face 😊thanks for sharing stay safe

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thank you 🙌

[@trevorphillips7793]

Will you could round off the corners of your table just put a cup on the two flat sides and draw around it save a poke in the eye or leg😅

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah I need to learn to use a router before I try that

[@colinwillis8371]

A good tip for cleaning your waste take Will is a jug of water with 4 Milton sterilising tablets poured down the sink waste and leave overnight before you drain the tank

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That's a good tip Colin thanks 🙌

[@vetworker]

Well done mate, looks great. The fly net was messing with my ocd as well. You’re becoming a diy god! 😊👍👍👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

haha cheers mate 🙌

[@westhampigiegamer6332]

I have installed fly nets in many different and wacky things in my life time I use to struggle with things like that but once things that I noticed is when I was doing my first few fly nets was where they was zipped up it was a lot tougher to install due to the tension would just pull the other side down maybe try having erm open and installing them then it might help you out unless you have been able to do that after publishing the video

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s a great idea thanks I’ll give it another go

[@T.S.T2014]

Insane job Will, the tyre carrier will top it off. Try and get a dual wheel carrier for the full overlander look.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I will do mate, love the overlander look

[@tears-ran-dry]

SO Happy for you, that your desk worked out as you wanted it to. 😁Safe Travels, Joy and peace🤩✌

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thank you! 🤗

[@Slikx666]

Will. Well done, you've managed to put a smile on your face. It nice to know that you knew when to take time out with the netting, that could have driven you completely round the bend. I think the problem with the waste water was due to it not being designed correctly. All water should go downhill from the sink, through the tank to the outlet tap. Unfortunately there will never be any company that makes the perfect waste system for a van, the space isn't there. Now go and have a fun trip. 😀👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

haha I will do mate thanks 🙌 it's been good to wrap up Mary upgrades (for now)

[@Slikx666]

@@WillsWhereabouts 😄👍

[@philphil3707]

Nice upgrades on the van mate, I especially like the cushions

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Yea I do like the cushions a lot

[@Me_myself_and_skye_]

Try wheeliams mate… do a nice wheel carrier & even decent ladders & equipment to hang of the back.. but pricey but good quality

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Awesome cheers mate I’ll have a look at them

[@TheGreatEmigrate]

Have you ever thought about doing other people's custom van ideas, as in doing the conversion for them?

[@ckhaira]

I have the same nail gun from Ryobi. Make sure you keep it oiled really well. WD-40 works. Otherwise it'll start to jam and stop shooting nails out. Super frustrating when it happens. There should be a number of videos on youtube showing how to do this. Cheers!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Good to know, cheers 🙌 sometimes I'm thinking there's absolutely no reason why this tool should not be working!

[@staffybullterrier7678]

Always a great watch and laugh with u my friend, I don't know u but I feel u are a my mate.... get out there mate n enjoy Mary!! Great job.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

haha cheers mate that's always good to hear 🙌 looking forward to a stealth camp soon, it's been too long

[@peterwentworth9181]

Enjoyed watching as usual. Don't worry about any mistakes, we are all the same when doing DIY. ❤

[@WillsWhereabouts]

It’s the only way to learn

[@grahamunderwood9353]

wheeliams do a rear wheel carrier for a ducato or relay / boxer also nice work with the gas locker but have you installed a drop out vent in it otherwise if bottle leaks the gas will just build up in the bottom with risk of an explosion ,the drop out vent lets the gas exit the van underneath as the gas will sink naturally

[@WillsWhereabouts]

All sorted mate thank you 🙌

[@ducatimann]

excellent vlog ...plus the most important part ...you only fitted what works for you ..well done

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks 👍

[@gavinrussell1338]

Hey will amazing job on the van look amazing keep the van you will miss it 😊

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That's the plan!

[@haroldbetterson1877]

Hi mate, how’s your mind lately? I’m having a tough one but your video helping ❤

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That's good to hear mate 🙌 I hope my videos help, life can be a rollercoaster but just stick with it and remember the good always follows the bad

[@Designs.Madebyjo]

Wheelinghams do rear wheel brackets for the back door! My citron relay had a spare wheel mount under the back of the van, since a fiat Ducato is the same Mary may do too!! 😊

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Awesome thanks 🙌

[@Ellsy66]

Cheers for the beers, Will. Worked a treat 🍻

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Enjoy them 🍻

[@bash83845]

Great video as usual Will, Mary is looking fantastic!!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks 👍

[@PeterLambden-fc1iy]

You can fit a MB Sprinter wheel tray that can be bolted through and mount wheel underneath the van

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks Peter I just like the look of the wheel on the back

[@neilprichard]

mate i would be happy to live and camp in that van, good work

[@Craig_Stewart]

You might want to check out druid vans. I know they do rear wheel holders for sprinters etc. They may do one for the ducato 👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Awesome I’ll have a look into it

[@danhadfield6275]

Sheet of fabric few magnets put it up when needed only

[@Badboyrich1982]

Put one of those filter things in the plug hole in the sink:) no more blocking the waste tank :)

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I do have one just some food slips through so need to be more careful

[@UKJordz]

Hahahaha jesus christ when you cut the outside after drilling the hole for the inside cut, absolutely killed me 😂😂😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

My mind went blank 😂😂

[@baofc2609]

Ur videos are so enjoyable and entertaining. Keep up the good work, man. I'm excited to see what you'll do in the future😁

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Awesome thanks so much for watching 🙌 lot of fun to come

[@charrski2918]

Your podcast is hysterical, the networks should pick up up - way too funny.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks

[@macbilling6410]

Once again brilliant to watch you and so funny. Well done

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@robinfuller747]

Use magnetic tape to mount ...this will allow for easy removal from under the door seal....honestly if you had a white version...it would look better.. Also look at the cassette flyscreens

[@WillsWhereabouts]

But how are you fixing the magnetic tape to the netting?

[@redzebra22]

Looks great Will, you should be proud 👏

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks 🙌

[@mj_callen]

damn im stoked on that table

[@WillsWhereabouts]

So am I hah

[@justinnewbert]

Looking good

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks 👍

[@Zetharion1]

I would have gone with the fly screens that have magnets to open and close versus having to zip it up and down every time you go through it. To cover the nail heads you can mix some saw dust with wood glue and cover them up.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Yea I’m going to look into them and thanks for the tip either way the saw dust; I did this on the show storage edging

[@hadleybanks2640]

If you want a rear wheel carrier you should do a collab with @truebluetravellers and get Jess and Jon to help you fabricate one :)

[@leegreenall3610]

I think someone else has wrote it Will, but I can recommend Wheeliams for your rear wheel carrier. Not sure if they make one for your van, but worth a shot!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks make a few people suggested them so I’ll check it out

[@lindalyons6372]

Great job. Looks awesome.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks!

[@lindalyons6372]

@@WillsWhereabouts YOU MUST KEEP MARY‼️. She is beautiful. Looking forward to seeing her and you on the road again.

[@marionjames4986]

Will I think with the alterations you have made and the way you are talking you have subconsciously made a decision and that is to keep beautiful Mary for the foreseeable future!❤️❤️🥰

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I do love her 🙌

[@marionjames4986]

@@WillsWhereaboutsBeing honest we do too❤❤

[@WillsWhereabouts]

@@marionjames4986haha I’m glad you do

[@marionjames4986]

⁠@@WillsWhereabouts❤❤🙂

[@nealkirby4867]

👍🏼 Check out Rover Vans for a rear door tire carrier/ ladder combo. They are in the US, but they make their van accessories in Poland. Tell them Neal & Britt sent ya!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Awesome thanks guys I’ll check them out

[@LeeSpitfirebushcraft]

Hope you don’t mind a couple of suggestions sticker on the Gas💥cupboard , first aid kit, fire extinguisher… enjoying the videos thank you…..

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks Lee, I’ve got the fire extinguisher but will grab the other 2

[@danhadfield6275]

Poke a cable tie up hole always works for me

[@tinytrekkervlogs]

Wow, looks stunning 😍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thank you 🙌

[@MrHotsnakes]

Can't you get a length of dowling rod to put at the bottom of the fly net when you want to roll it up and keep it nice and neat?

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s a good idea I’ll see what I can do

[@linz_in_NZ]

Argh! That flynet! Could you use some velcro straps to make it stay above the slider mechanism when its up? I've had my Lagun table mount for about 4 years now, still not installed it... Mule Vans in Barnsley might have the perfect Wheel carrier for you. Rob from Packthevanandgo works there and has some of their kit on his van, pretty sure there is a rear door wheel carrier

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Some Velcro might be the answer and sadly Mule don’t do rear wheel carriers for fiats anymore

[@PeterLambden-fc1iy]

Hi, company called Wheeliams do the rear door wheel carrier but £££. Not used one but look good

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Awesome thanks 🙌

[@Liamf986]

Dear Lordy! dude you need some googles with that nail gun! 😮 Mary’s looking mint well done will

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I’ll make sure to put some on next time

[@Liamf986]

@@WillsWhereabouts please do I was shitting bricks watching that lol

[@euchrideucrow1970]

Well done for persisting with that damn fly net mate, you have more patience than I do! I’d have shredded it into a thousand pieces after about 15 minutes.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

It certainly tested my patience mate

[@stellaswancounselling]

Well done Will all looks fab. I reckon you should go big on the recipe when u camp out. ❤❤

[@WillsWhereabouts]

My cooking skills still haven’t improved much 😂

[@cyberi4a]

Does the lagun table work okay with the sliding door closed?

[@beardahn2331]

Mary is one of a kind. You've taken her all over Europe. Including to see your mom. If you have spare room, keep her! That's like getting rid of your child bc she turned 18.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I’ll definitely be keeping her for now

[@denisecafferky2248]

Great stuff

[@WillsWhereabouts]

👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@stuartmays]

That table is on my things to do list too mate,and it should have been "i don't go to Scotland enough" .....

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I definitely don't mate 🙌

[@stuartmays]

@@WillsWhereabouts You Know where we are mate, remember to peep the horn passing the "Welcome to Scotland" sign.

[@davidrobey4274]

Great video

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks!

[@Sidewayz455]

Will: I'm always topless. Ladies: Will, never change.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

It's just when I feel most comfortable to be honest 🙌

[@c.schuster7353]

Did you change the system of the table which is under the matress?

[@jonclassical2024]

Cheers Will....how about a stealth camp out along the Thames somewhere?!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Might have a few plans up my sleeve mate 🙌

[@Scud_and_thesTig]

Great upgrades. Good video too 👌💙❤️

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thank you 🙌

[@Gavthelegend]

Don't push the jigsaw through the panel, the blade heats up and starts to twist off line. Just gently guide it along the line. 😉

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Cheers Gav 🙌

[@eileendarbon5022]

That is bloody fantastic 😊 love it, you can’t part with Mary noooooo, ps do you follow the lodge guys? They built an old painters van into a beautiful camper van, 😮 ps, I think you’re local to me, if I ever see you about I’ll give you a wave

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I’ll give you a wave back hah and never heard of the lodge guys but I’ll check them out

[@jamesbyatt2561]

I've just noticed you look exactly like Henry from kingdom come deliverance 😅 keep up the videos 👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I have no idea who that is 😂

[@simon-k7m]

Hi mate , have a word with Liam at Coalition Vans he fits rear wheel carriers on his builds , he works with a company that supplies him . He is on yt 😉

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Awesome I’ll check it out

[@simon-k7m]

@@WillsWhereabouts No worries , Liam the Terrible 😉

[@jonasspoonsportsBE]

mule vans in uk builds those wheel carriers and all sorts of thing for vans

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Unfortunately they don’t do them for fiats anymore

[@jonasspoonsportsBE]

Cant they make an exception for mary?

[@white_feather5240]

I am watching you after 2 year will I know you when you wear in Nepal in lockdown damn such a memories

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That's awesome thanks so much for the support for so long 🙌

[@stoneoutdooradventures2286]

Awesome job 👍👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks mate 😊

[@mentalneil]

Will, there's a company in North Yorkshire called Mule vans I believe that do the rear door wheel carriers to order

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Annoyingly they don’t do them anymore

[@mentalneil]

@@WillsWhereabouts that's a bloody pity, hope you find one

[@danodynamo]

Class!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

👊🏻👊🏻

[@elone3997]

4:08 Getting some serious Evil Dead editing here! (If you know, you know 😉) Nice!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I have no idea what the reference is haha but thanks for watching! 🙌