THE BEST INSULATION FOR A CAMPER VAN FORD TRANSIT

The van build continues and in this episode I start to insulate the van. Thank you to DodoMat for all the insulation such a fantastic product.
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[@misterthegeoff9767]

I am so jealous of you for having the space to park up a van like this and work on it while still running your other van. I live in a flat with one single allocated parking space so it's always been the micro camper life for me.

[@richardwillson101]

Absolutely! I have one allocated space yet two cars and a van. Whenever I want to work on the van, I have to play the "car shuffle".

[@LoveSundays]

Yea it’s a good set up but it isn’t cheap renting these spaces

[@tomwinch9107]

Thanks for fitting in the video editing - it must be weird editing video of a very pregnant Kate whilst battling sleep deprivation - big change in your life between the recording and editing! Great video - you explain everything clearly and present it so well - thanks for inviting us along your journey! For anyone insulating a van on a budget, although the dodomat thermo liner looks good,, the thermo fleece might be worth replacing with Diall insulation roll - it's £20 a roll (6m X 370mm X 100mm) from B&Q rather than £35 for dodomat's 10m X 390mm X 50mm roll. The r value is close to double (which it should be as it's twice as thick!) and it too is made from recycled plastic bottles, so it looks very similar / almost identical. For the thicker sections that need filling it would be a good alternative. It would fit in a 50mm section (just be more compressed) - I'm not sure how much effect squashing it into spaces would have on the r value - if it would still be as effective - if anyone knows, I'd like to find out. I've also used PIR insulation panels (e.g. celotex) - this tends to cost more and have better thermal performance. It's less green (being new not made from recycled plastic) but likely works out a benefit over time as it insulates better. I think expanding foam is similar to PIR insulation, though a lot easier to get into gaps! Hope this is useful info for anyone thinking of converting their own van.

[@LoveSundays]

It’s hard to find the time at the moment but I’ll get there

[@phosawelonewolf2886]

Looks warm already. Good Job!!! ❄️💜❄️

[@cologne2792]

Great work, well executed and a smart move on the Waxoyl too. Well done!

[@cmoore7669]

I wasn't sure what the waxoyl is for?

[@annbuckle5880]

It's looking good loved the Shaun love Sundays tag. So I,m guessing if the bed is going by the doors it's going to be a pully bed it will look lovely just all of you waking up to a beach ⛱️

[@MickSnr]

Your doing a cracking job, if a jobs worth doing ….. as they say. It’s Van builds like this you just don’t want to end 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@LoveSundays]

Thank you

[@viv-i-vangoesforth]

nicely done Shaun. I remember howmuch physically bloody hard work it was insulating Viv-I-van with the Dodomat stuff. I was knackered after three days of doing mine. Well worth it though for the sound and heat insulation. If ever I do get a bigger crafter sized van for my channel, I'll deffo be using the same products again. Lookking forward to the next vlog. bessy regs-Kenny

[@robcame1275]

Vans coming along great Shaun . Enjoyed the video. Looking forward to your next one and good to see your taking your time mate to get it to how you want it 🤙🏻

[@waynep040]

Cracking job, I wish you Had a longer van 😂 love Sundays even tho it’s nearly Wednesday 👍

[@Lovehors4s]

Good job Shaun loving the van build!

[@marknadin770]

Love Sunday's on a Saturday 👍😍

[@jasonwhite745]

Loving these updates Shaun 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@rhinosunited1]

Great video as usual! Best insulation (if cost isn’t an issue….) would be aerogel

[@thepoolman2528]

Loving the new van build journey, i can relate to how hard it is looking for a van here in Cornwall, ive been looking since November. Hey if need a hand in anyway happy to .

[@adamsinclair3088]

Mate, that is coming along so well and really looks like you are enjoying yourself doing it

[@Sidchasingclassiccars]

Nice job Shaun. I warned my neighbour that there may be some noise soon as I'm fitting my side windows and cutting great holes in an expensive van! 😮

[@LoveSundays]

What can are you converting Sid? I’d love to come and have a look

[@Sidchasingclassiccars]

@@LoveSundays I've bought a Transit high top custom mate. It's that much bigger than my VW T25 but smaller than the Renault Master I had last season. Pop over any time, stuff is arriving left right and centre, windows, roof vents etc etc. Trouble is it's the insulation I'm waiting for!!! Anyway I've got Ikea bed beams coming for a fixed bed with garage below. Looks a neat idea, fingers crossed.

[@jonstephens682]

Well done shaun, it’s looking good so far mate. Can’t wait to see it taking shape

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks Jon

[@jonstephens682]

@@LoveSundays it’s looking good buddy, keep up the good videos mate 😃

[@fjspicer1]

@love sundays sorry I must have missed the one where you installed the plastic flexible conduit

[@BuggyBandit6]

Love your channel mate. Keep it coming 🤘😎

[@ChloeVerse]

Thanks for the discount code! Used it on all our dodo orders ❤️

[@stuarthall2523]

Good job S. Your van could well be better insulated than auto sleepers. 👍

[@andym1908]

Looking good Shaun 👍 👌

[@cmoore7669]

Great tips in this! Really appreciating them!

[@richardgiles2484]

Looking good matey 👍

[@mapleean2751]

The open cavity with no way in the back door. You could have drilled a hole(s) and expanding foamed inside?

[@haroldbetterson1877]

Would laminate floor underlay with vapour barrier work? 🧐

[@simonamos9468]

looking good mate

[@dog11222]

Looking good👍

[@philwilliams23]

Great video, cheers 👍

[@Welshandproud1970]

Furry fingers 😀 Brilliant.

[@CamperVan-K]

Don't you worry about needing to get access to those tubes, behind the plastic bubble wrap?

[@robt6299]

Are you not going to add any windows?

[@LoveSundays]

Not planing on putting any windows in the sides of the van just yet. I may put some windows into the back doors at a later date if I feel the need.

[@230919600]

Good job

[@BSmith244]

Looking good so far but I’m surprised you haven’t fitted any windows anywhere.

[@LoveSundays]

Windows aren’t very stealth. But to be fair all the vans I’ve had in the past with windows I haven’t seen the benefit of having them. If I change my mind the window will go in the door which would be an easy fix

[@ftrider1768]

Looking brilliant, what is model is your van, it looks a decent size to convert , I'd love a project like that to do 👌

[@LoveSundays]

It’s a Ford transit L3 H3 2.2ltr

[@fjspicer1]

@love Sundays why have you not run any flexible plastic conduit through the insulated voids so you can run your electric cables through afterwards. If you are not fitting any windows because you want to remain completely stealth how will this affect you with regards the DVLA campervan regulations ? Also are you not fitting any solar panels on the roof please do not think that I am being critical I am just raising points of interest

[@LoveSundays]

Not planing on putting any windows in the sides of the van just yet. I may put some windows into the back doors at a later date if I feel the need. I won’t be registering the van as a campervan with the dvla as I never do I just insure it as a camper and keep the speed down

[@clivemorris8252]

He ran the plastic conduit in a previous video

[@fjspicer1]

@@clivemorris8252 Thanks for the nod but I have already apologised and said I missed the previous video. As a kid growing up my father impressed on me that if you make a mistake the sooner you hold your hand up and admit it the more likely people are to respect you for your honesty and I have stuck without through out my life. His other very strong principle was that you always told the truth no matter what because if you didn't it would invariably come back and bite you and if you told the truth to everybody then you never had to remember who you had lied to and who you had told the truth

[@craig3784]

Will it not void your insurance if its not registered as a camper but insured as one? Might be worth checking on, last thing you want is having a bump and insurance not paying out.

[@LoveSundays]

I’ve never changed a van to a camper on the log book. It’s pretty easy to find out as you can just google it. But here is what I fond on Google….. You can insure your van as a campervan even if it has not been reclassified by the DVLA. Even if your V5C classifies your van as a 'van' or a 'van with windows', insurance companies can insure it as a “camper in conversion” or a “modified van”.

[@cmoore7669]

What's the purpose if insulation AND thermal fleecing? All for insulation? So you used fleece where the dodoma wouldn't work? Would it be possible to cut into some of those upper cavities to enlarge them for storage? Or are they all structural? Seems like a space waste... (please excuse if these are stupid Qs - total newbie here!)

[@mother-gothel]

I just think at least you had a mask this time 😂😂

[@lisahayward5950]

No windows in the back? Looking awesome

[@LoveSundays]

I may put windows in the rear back doors and maybe the side door at a later date but no plans yet

[@danielp.52]

I watched in another do-it-yourself van insulation video not to put insulation in the bottom side of the sidewalls where you sprayed Waxoil because excess moisture will end there and ruin mineral wool and in th long run cause rust, therefore the usefulness of antirust treatment there.

[@petewarby7158]

That Dodo stuff looks amazing. Good to use?

[@LoveSundays]

It was so easy to use

[@peterwalton479]

Nice one mate proper job

[@DoctorBruKhar]

A dust mask for solvent vapor huh?

[@cmoore7669]

Do you need the sound prooking and the insulation? Will insulation not do part of the job? Also wondering why you don't use more sound insulation? Have lots of qs coz I'm new to all this and about to do my own van & I know nearly nothing🤦🏻‍♀️🤣

[@cmoore7669]

*Proofing🤣🤣🤣

[@897aa33]

Will you be doing any windows?

[@LoveSundays]

I’ve had windows in the past and it’s just a place to lose heat and condensation to form. I would rather have the doors open for the view then have windows but saying that I could always add windows at a later date should I feel the need.

[@RoosterAirsoft]

Looking like a right professional job, who knew! 😆 You'll be well toasty when it's all done. Hope all's good with the wee nipper & mum.

[@johndulling8831]

OMG 😮you are actually doing things right 😂

[@leonfuhrmann8579]

What adhesive did you use to adhere the Thermo Fleece?

[@LoveSundays]

I used the stuff dodo Matt recommended on their website

[@claireparentcoach]

Hi, this is a great video. I am going to buy some for my conversion. Would you advise using it on the floor or not? Thanks!

[@LoveSundays]

DodoMat have stuff for the floor if you search on their website. Don’t use the white insulation on the floor as it works better when it’s not compressed

[@claireparentcoach]

@@LoveSundays thank you. That's really helpful

[@alencelic]

Why didnt' you just buy XPS styroboard, so much better insulation and much cheaper

[@pete9469]

Ideal !…👍

[@lawrencesutton5848]

How many rolls of the acrylic insulation did you use? 🤙🏼

[@LoveSundays]

This was 10 months ago I have no idea. If you call DodoMat and tell them what vehicle you have they’ll be able to recommend an amount you will need

[@iNDI_VAN_A_JONES]

Hit me up if you need a hand. That'll be a good collab ;)

[@retrorecharge86]

What does the wax oil do buddy? Need to order some foam from dodomat. Will defo be using the code

[@LoveSundays]

It prevents rust as it doesn’t allow water to sit on the areas

[@daviddring8692]

Sure you've put the silver insulation wrong way. Should have gone over the insulation. Not underneath. That's why company said could be used as vapour barrier. Then tape all joints.

[@LoveSundays]

Good point but that’s not the intended way. It creates a vapour barrier by preventing the moisture from hitting the cold van walls. The liner would not stick to the recycled plastic bottles plus it cannot be compressed. I’ll be added a vapour barrier anyway

[@stefwalkerillustrato]

Goes underneath as he's done it

[@johnakyle5908]

I had the black foam thermal liner , really sticky though, if you make a slight error it doesn’t come off even after a few seconds ,and the foam comes apart ..

[@MrTerryb1956]

Thanks Shaun @ 1:18 thats when I spilt my coffee all over my new T shirt 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 great Vlog as usual. Question are you putting any windows in ?

[@LoveSundays]

Not planing on putting any windows in the sides of the van just yet. I may put some windows into the back doors at a later date if I feel the need.

[@andrewholton5317]

Looking good, I bet it’s getting warm, you might need to install a window or a roof vent in the summer

[@erikdam391]

Hey, Shaun, as always it's interesting to see you getting to work. However, I am afraid you are guilty of making a common mistake in your door insulation... Try checking the youtube channel @roadandboard, more specifically the episode "Macht diesen Fehler nicht beim Vanausbau / Türen dämmen" (Don't make this error when insulating your van doors). I realize you most likely don't understand German, but the video should speak for itself... The problem is that door handles are not water proof. In the video you can see how water poured on the outside of the door above the handle causes water to run down the inside of the door - in the area where you put in the fleece... Basically the same problem you adressed with the mastic for the holes for the trims.... Putting in the sound dampening mat is OK as such, water can still run down past it, but doing anything else inside the cavity should be avoided. A better solution would be to cover the cavity with a plastic sheet, using some kind of adhesive to keep it tight, and then place e.g. a 19mm Armaflex or similar layer on the outside of this before covering it up with e.g. a wood panel... Mastic is not an option here! I know this problem from an old car I used to have. I had taken off the door panels in order to mount some new speakers, and when it rained the water ended up soaking the floor mats.. . 😞 As I am considering doing a van project of my own I am watching a lot of youtube videos - and when this one popped up just before I watched your latest episode I thought I'd pass on the info.. Looking forward to seeing you progress!

[@justgivemethetruth]

Since your insulation does not absorb moisture does that mean that there will not be moisture there? If you put a vapor barrier in will it not trap the moisture in? That's a really nice looking van. I have been binge-watching all these van videos and got to here. Everyone does things differently and it is rare to see if what one person does works or doesn't work over time. Except for one poor girl who'se van had lots of problems and mice even. Hope you have better luck than here. Cheers.

[@Wellssshhhhh]

Loving your work Shaun! Are you fitting any windows?

[@LoveSundays]

I’ve had windows in the past and it’s just a place to lose heat and condensation to form. I would rather have the doors open for the view then have windows but saying that I could always add windows at a later date should I feel the need.

[@honeyrecardo1970]

Watching you is exactly the way I did my van but don't use expanding foam it can warp panels, great job keep it up

[@phil7301]

It's coming on great 😉👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@thewiseone1424]

It’s starting to come along really well now, really enjoyed the videos up to now can’t wait for it to be finished so we can see the amazing scenery on you’re van trips

[@TerryTrackerChannel]

Gonna be warm in there haha

[@jeaniemcc3188]

Looks great and you made it seem so easy. Fun following along w the progress. Thank you!

[@markennvibryan]

Remember don’t use high voc paints or varnish inside as some emit fumes for over 20 years. Check the voc on the back of products as small space and high voc isn’t a good recipe. The build looks great 👍

[@cmoore7669]

Has spray adhesive VOCs in it?

[@helenellis8367]

Feeling the warmth from the insulation. Going to be super cosy.

[@luminoussoundsyt]

Looks like a spaceship inside now lol , but it sure is coming together mate cause you are doing a great job on it 🙏😎

[@anniemac3075]

Just watching I could feel the van getting warmer! You're going to be so cosy, with the ceiling fan in it'll be perfect. Really enjoying the process, thanks Shaun.

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks Annie

[@joline2730]

@@LoveSundays It might have been a warmer day than the day before 🤔🤔

[@suzannemaddern5506]

Hi Shaun the van build is coming along nicely look forward to watching the next instalment! Hope your baby is settling in ok rgds Alan

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks 👍

[@brendonparamor3524]

See you tomorrow mate. Looking forward to picking holes in all the hard work you’ve done.

[@LoveSundays]

Can't wait!

[@joline2730]

Failing to plan, is planning to fail 👍👍👍 get it sorted ... I'm following along quite closely as I'm getting mine done very soon - just trying to get a reasonable quote 😁😁

[@glendahill]

You've just wrapped your van up in a quilt! Toasty warm. Just out of interest, how many hours did that take in total?

[@phillipwilders4497]

Hi, can I ask what size thermo liner you used please? Dodo do a few different sizes. Thanks

[@LoveSundays]

Hi Phillip this is the one I’ll link it below. I used 2 rolls of the 10m Roll www.dodomat.com/collections/thermo-acoustic-liners/products/dodo-thermo-van-liner-10m

[@phillipwilders4497]

Brilliant, thanks for letting me know. Hope the build continues to go smoothly.

[@bananajack4257]

When u put ur max fan in remember you will need clearance for your solar panels if you use unistut for your rack u will be able to have your solar on one half of the van and the other half u can use fo4 your boards call Stuart at Mule conversions and he will help with the parts, I wouldn't put ur max air in the middle hope it hel0s I can send u picture of how I have done and I have two vents two panels and space for a 10' long board good luck with your conversion dave

[@ThatGuy-mu2rr]

I have a MIRA SAFETY cbrn mask with M 77 filters. Looks like if I choose this insulation system, I’ll be putting it to use.

[@cmoore7669]

If you don't cover all the exposed van metal interior, does that cause a problem with insulation/ moisture? Could you have cut away the surface of the door recesses? Or are they structural? Would make lining doors much easier and increase space/ storage potential in door recesses? Thinking out loud hear but may be thinking out my ***!

[@markhowards420]

1:45 it totally sounded like you called that company something other than dodomat. 😂

[@christinetaylor6897]

Ha ha, you're not wrong

[@heatherbrailsford8428]

Well done…really enjoying watching the progression of your van build 😊

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks Heather 👍

[@mikesmart390]

Nice to no the names of the materials youre using and some advertising for them

[@philipgolder7153]

Dodo are amazing I done my van with there stuff, cost a fortune but well worth it

[@joodm5641]

The conversion is going well Shaun…thank you for sharing it with us. Hope you’re getting some decent sleep at night, despite being a new daddy 😀

[@dolceitalia5846]

My arms were aching just watching you do the ceiling 😂 Looking great, really coming along!!!

[@moe_1886]

Looking nice and toasty Shaun 🔥

[@beingwithme5414]

Just worked out from the comments that the baby has arrived. A big congratulations to you and your partner. Enjoy the new adventure.

[@louisesouthgate5231]

Thanks Shaun, it's looking good! You'll be really toasty warm. Hope all is going well with the baby.

[@bubbaknowsstuff]

I've heard that polystyrene beads can be used as an insulation they are very small maybe you could drill a small hole and pour them into the cavities you can't get to

[@WeretheRoberts]

You're definitely making more progress... Hairy fingers is weird... hahaha

[@LoveSundays]

😂

[@LeeLeesAdventures]

Great video shaun its coming together great fantastic job with insulation its looking rad. I did the same with my van completely wrapped it with the do do mat inside. I did not use the insulation though, its been lovely for three years though. Glad to see you are balancing life with the new baby lol stay safe see you on the next one 👍

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks 👍

[@LottieMillington]

What thermal liner thickness did you go for?

[@scottpearce9988]

Congratulations on the birth of the baby!?

[@jeffjohnson847]

Comeing mate looking forward to see how it comes on 👌

[@DeanSimons]

No windows?

[@LoveSundays]

I’ve had windows in the past and it’s just a place to lose heat and condensation to form. I would rather have the doors open for the view then have windows but saying that I could always add windows at a later date should I feel the need.

[@DeanSimons]

@@LoveSundays I hear you. I have one in the back of my van so far and I’m tempted to add one on my sliding door but can’t make my mind up 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@elizabethcameron4068]

What is the wax oil for Shaun?

[@LoveSundays]

Just to protect the metal from moisture. It repels water

[@elizabethcameron4068]

@@LoveSundays Ah ha, thanks. Note, add to shopping list!

[@bunnybasheruk]

That van will be proper toasty Shaun, its coming along so well mate. Looking forward to the next installment. Hope you are enjoying fatherhood.

[@LoveSundays]

Thanks 👍

[@iancliveedwards]

Great job again mate going to be lovely and warm in there

[@lesklower7281]

More great progress its good when a plan comes together

[@rhoschapp]

Great job 👏🏼 Already looks warmer.

[@4fingers183]

That silver insulation is just ridicilous, condensation will not care how imposible is to fill the entire van..