Turn Your Work Van Into a Camper & Back Again in Seconds

[@antonoat]

There are quite a lot of these type of things about, this one appears to be a quality option which also seems Uber practical! Good design guys, good luck shifting them 👏👍😀

[@queeg6473]

Good timing.... I'm restoring an old house at the moment, but when I'm finished I'll need to convert my transit into a camper. I'll be looking into these guys

[@MarvinofMars]

I owned a stealth VW transporter T4 for 12 years and loved it! Looped Ireland every Summer, did France, Italy, and Spain. Now the kids are getting big they are looking at old photos form the 1990s. Time for a new Van : ) When your pack watersports kit its away better than a factory finished camper.

[@christopherlyons21]

This is a great idea. Working on sites. I see guys living in there van. All decked out. Saving a fortune on short time rentals. This is a winner.

[@stretchclogg]

Not on this level but my LWB Renault Master High Roof I had in 2004 was racked out and I asked for a bunk as I worked 24hr call out, 7 days a week averaging 2000mls a week. Long story short, bunk was built lengthways which wasn't ideal for balance so I stripped the lot, built across the width and it was perfect. I could inflate a mattress on top on the move, set my kettle to boil, I had a hot sink and a bin bag in a bucket bog! Spent many a night kipping in comfort instead of trying to sleep sitting up or lying across the seats with my feet out the window! I had storage for clean gear, PPE, disposable cleaning kit and behind the sealed bulkhead all my equipment, vacuums, jet wash, chemicals and clinical waste. 'Specialist Cleaning' was a vague term to describe my very grusome job, I attended Crime Scenes, Fatalities, Dirty Protests in prisons, drug dens etc to restore them to a safe state for Police, Network Rail, Councils and trades to get cracking with repairs.

[@garethdavies2971]

I'm impressed with that. The system look simple and well thought out. I'm a chippie so yes I could build something like that but do I want to...nope! I used my lwb vivaro for camping. I leave my racking in and have a small mattress that fits down the side but when I racked it I planned for it to be dual purpose. For tradesman who either don't want to build they're own racking or it's not something that they feel comfortable doing then I think it's great. They can paint or covet or adapt the system further as well. A good idea and best of luck to the guys doing it.

[@gingerelvis]

A simple part time conversion people do a lot down here in the southwest is two batons screwed to sides of the van and a sheet of ply on top, mattress on top surfboards underneath 🤙 A modification that I would do is four batons screwed in and split the ply and mattress into 4 length ways, all four in a line for a bed, two boards on the bottom battons and the cushions stacked with two boards on the upper batons and you have a bench and table.

[@BethCatt-jq6xi]

Where can I get this

[@philgardener7018]

That looks amazing. I will look at this when I get my next van

[@jonfenwick6200]

All fun and games, but, you NEED to be able to cook indoors!, when it rains, you can't cook outside that rear door. Or the wind, it makes a mokerrey of gas flames. I know, because I've literally just come back from a week in my work van. Ripped out the tools, (luckily I've not had this particular van that long, so it's only ply lined at the moment, ) however, I've literally just started today on my ingenious design of a work van/ camp van . And it's amazing. Just a trail effort at this stage, (as money will be needed to make it work seamlessly) but, for those interested...... basically it's a removable shelving unit(left and right side) for tools, on roller drawer runners, (on tracks), which means I can quickly remove my van racking..... then, I can slide in my camp racking unit, (small kitchenette and storage units ) up to the bulkhead, then the base for the bed. By the way, I using reclaimed ladders to make all this. As Its lightweight and (technically) cheaper than timber ... I'll explain more if anyone wants to know.

[@davidmcgrath2030]

I'd like to see this when you've finished, so if you can let me know please do...

[@K.Pilkington]

Get a video up on KZbin with a little tour. Sounds amazing. Would love to see it.

[@richdowd5728]

Yeah, interested in seeing how you do it. My problem is that my van is filled with casework, not just on the left and right walls. It's a bear to take out all of the drawers one by one, then the carcasses, and stack them all up only to have to install the "holiday" cases. I thought about palletizing it all so everything could come out as a group with a forklift, but then I realized I don't have a forklift! And all of this is for a little weekend trip. Couldn't live in it for more than a couple of days. No mention of shower or toilet. I don't think there is a perfect single-vehicle solution, partly because everybody's need is a little different. But the search for one is certainly enjoyable. Let us know how you do.

[@davidmcgrath2030]

This looks Vantastic 😂 sorry couldn't help myself...jokes aside this no joke this look absolutely brilliant, im well impressed as I'm a working chimney sweep with vw transporter , who loves to go out fishing at the weekends ,and this may be the solution I'm looking for. Well done guys and thanks for sharing 👍 please keep me posted. Cheers 😀💯💥👏👏

[@lefthandedscrewdriver3954]

Great idea. I can see that this guy is very passionate about his product. I'm a plumber, and Unfortunately my van is racked out on both sides, so it's not for me, but it looks great and I hope you sell plenty 👍

[@vic6820]

It's well made but way too fidly and inconvenient, too many moving parts. After a couple of nights doing all that, you'd lose patience. With a camper in a real life situation, anything slightly inconvenient is going to become annoying. The table is way too small for realistic use, too low as well. A far simpler and straightforward system can be achieved. I don't mean to sound cruel but it's my personal opinion.

[@g7mks383]

Really intuitive and practical. Great use of available space. Well done just retired and sold my Transit Van but would have considered this.

[@frankiesalmon7545]

I was expecting a fold out sofa bed type mechanism, I wonder wether a small ikea sofa bed slung in the back of the van would do the same thing with less effort?

[@welditmick]

People have already done that - Metal framed pull out types. When done you can put it back in the spare bedroom!!!!!

[@frankiesalmon7545]

@@welditmick exactly what I was thinking 🤔

[@builderNorthamptonn]

What a really cool idea . Amazing.

[@pigswillbepigs]

You are joking arnt ya ?

[@jncn1490]

Very nice set up

[@garyk559]

brilliant idea. i have always wanted to do something like this. Well done guys.

[@Richard-qg5hh]

I live in a converted a van for full time ,Roger, it's a long wheelbase Citroen Relay I also use it for work (building trade) removable double bed, solar etc. The adaptive furniture here is a good idea, without good insulation a work van will be very hard going in any seasons, I've tried that before I built something for full time. Interesting concept though.

[@SkillBuilder]

In French forests your van is much favoured among prostitutes. I am not familiar with their bed arrangements but the suspension seems good.

[@POUSEaroundtheHOUSE]

@@SkillBuilder If I could love this comment I would but it wouldn't let me. Made me genuinely laugh out loud...that's LOL to the youngsters!

[@thefirst555]

Don't forget to let the tax man know 🤣

[@ianblack7934]

I like it, very nice & simple, but i would also like to see something foldable for storing when its not in use.

[@aidanbailey-lewis3209]

I like it, a lot. Food for thought.

[@annkirwankelly]

I love the bed,but I would prefer a kitchen that was inside of the van. Also, a folding toilet cubicle. I am interested in the idea of fitting batons and attaching the fittings to them

[@thefoodengineer7620]

this looks amazing guys, could it be used on a permanent basis? as in conversation with your kit?

[@TheDaztheraz]

How does it secure to the van?

[@johngilfillan2871]

Brilliant idea, what price does in come it at, for a 2022 Ford tourneo custom l2

[@24vince1]

Nice one, like this, good luck👍

[@keldonator]

This is way more complex than I would need. It is quite awesome nonetheless.

[@deanchapple1]

This is very cool and clever! Well done guys. 👍🏼👊🏼💪🏼

[@willm437]

Call blimey that looks awesome what a great idea.👍👍

[@glencartwright8207]

Ford transit xl lwb with removable 3rd row seating any model availability in the usa

[@jacksmith4266]

Really liking how those have multipurposes, also the wood looks nice. But looking on the other multipurpose builds, they seem to be overengineered. Specially the kitchen: what do you do when it's raining/pouring? Seems like it's not tested in real life conditions. There's way better solutions where you can cook inside and outside. Plus they take way more less space. Would love to see slimmed down and IRL tested versions.

[@charles3727]

I like the design/function and seems reasonably priced - yes you could buy the bits yourself but easy of assembly and thought of design is worth a lot. My only thoughts are to consider plastic/metal for the clips and some the edges/fittings as I can see the plywood wearing quickly

[@pauladventure]

Nice idea, but tradesmen aren’t going to pay £2000 for some birch ply!

[@JoyceDingjan-oy2ur]

Marvellous idea sort of like a jigsaw puzzle you just to put together luv it. Ho much for the one you have on this video please allow me some info on price. Thank you Joyce

[@thefoodengineer7620]

also how do I contact you for a quote please.

[@WindyJAMiller]

Any tips for insuring a panel van as a SE, any tricks or companies worth going to?

[@paulflynn6863]

Looks great, just what's needed for a "tep" camper.

[@eastcoastartist]

So great!!!!!

[@yellowbelly5982]

Removable sustainable modular systems that are durable and practical 😎👍

[@dave1secondago]

bloody brilliant bit of kit

[@december974]

What a great idea , I would be up for that ,fit in my transit perfect , how much x

[@infowarrior911]

Ahhh I can just about to be arsed to put my tools in and out when I'm doing job's 😒 Clever idea tho nonetheless 👌

[@marcstirrup9262]

My transit connect is a work in progress but the base unit (systainer/makpack sized) which forms the bed is fixed to the 9mm floor lining with 6mm tee nuts. Just six 6mm machine screws to take out and you’ve got an empty van!

[@JosephStealin]

How does it attach to the van?

[@UberAlphaSirus]

If you have a"partner". Put axelstands under the back. Doesnt bounce as much and you get less curious dog walkers.

[@SkillBuilder]

They call it dogging for a reason

[@UberAlphaSirus]

@@SkillBuilder Garlic Bread!

[@pigswillbepigs]

Did ya boyfriend tell you to write that ?

[@UberAlphaSirus]

@@pigswillbepigs I think animal testing is a terrible idea; they get all nervous and give the wrong answers.

[@loafersheffield]

@@UberAlphaSirus Yer went.... dogging? Wot? Dogging??

[@michaelkinder5144]

The design is fabulous but I couldn't see myself buying it. Camp beds and folding aluminium folding tables / storage units are cheap to buy and easy to store.

[@JamesBond-xq3tw]

Great concept .

[@tightmarker9924]

How much??

[@garymarsh6803]

Nice job

[@MiniLuv-1984]

Great idea! CNC makes all the difference to the fit and finish. Also parts are replaceable, so that is a plus too. Prices?

[@mixerfistit5522]

Link in the description

[@Tooma1979]

We didn’t see him lift it into the van by himself did we ? Or Cary it ? A set of drop down wheels on one side would help lift it and move it

[@pigswillbepigs]

Think about where it goes for 50 weeks when not in use ???

[@Tooma1979]

@@pigswillbepigs my garage is big pig, I just don’t want to embarrass myself by asking my wife for help moving it

[@OliverBaileyPhoto]

Professional trades people have their van properly racked out, so this just wouldn't work for us. Not really sure what market this is aimed at! ?

[@jonfenwick6200]

The creative thinkers. That's who. You've got to make to most of what you've got in this world. This is just another way of doing that. I like it, not particularly a fan of this design, as I does mean you'll be paying a lot for it, and it will weigh a small bit like. But using you're van as a switchable camper is just...well... genius, I do it and I tell you its brilliant. You just have to make the racking system for the tools etc, as collapsible as the camping side of it

[@ricos1497]

​@@jonfenwick6200 okay. But I'm guessing the creative thinkers will already have thought of a different design. I think they have a nice product, but I can't imagine the target market being that big. There are a lot of reasons as to why it might not be practical for a large portion of the customer base (van owners). I hope they do well, they seem nice, but I'd be surprised if they're still selling them in five years time.

[@TheFatmer]

Silverstone next year for the f1… hire a transit and this me thinks (hate tents)…

[@subliminalart.1637]

Great idea, how much dose a unit cost?.🤣👍

[@davidallen7540]

What's wrong with a tent ?

[@WatchingTheo]

Tents arent always suitable

[@antonoat]

Nothing wrong with a tent but presumably this is a year round solution for when it’s cats and dogs outside (think Wales) lol.👏👍😀

[@mrspudly1]

You can't put a tent up inside a van

[@mrspudly1]

@Andrew Ballard well that would be a marquee, you could start charging people then.

[@asilver2889]

No good for roadside or carpark stopovers.

[@24865943]

Just mega. Hope you guys are doing well from this. 🖐

[@jackrussell9811]

need to come up with a solution of eliminating builders odours if your going on holiday in that thing , freds egg sandwich flatulance will linger till the day you sell it , sleep on a couple of trestles and boards and hold ya breath is a cheaper option , bucket of water for movements of the bowel ....sorted

[@antonywilde8496]

Perfect for when the mrs kicks you out 🤣 would be good if working away and can sleep on or near the job. Fishing would be great but people that night fish usually have bivvies so unless you can park by the waters edge not really practical. But brilliant conception. Aim it more at people that own vans and not the trade 👍👍

[@offshoretinker]

Ingenious but not practical, over engineered bulky and expensive. Where do you store it when you're done? Hassle is the main bugbear with stuff like this and this is hassle when a folding lounger/camp bed, chair and a table would come in under £100. The rest of gear - cooker, water, porta potty etc is easily stored and no hassle. Perfect set up for stealth camping. So not an option for me.

[@voyt5729]

This rised platform for the mattress is unnecessary. Overengineerd. What is the purpose of those bars?

[@dereksmith2409]

Looks like a robust product and a god idea but not for me personally. I've used the same type of wood to rack out my long wheelbase expert. For me, I wouldn't want to remove it once I've used it and the have to but it back in when needed. I'd prefer a whole bunch of racking against the bulk head that I could use on a daily biases for work. Perhaps other panels could be stored up above which could be taken down when needed that would be used as a bed at night or a table and chairs during the day. That just my personal opinion.

[@criollitoification]

Not exactly a real working display, considered they had all the space in the world to assemble and disassemble these units. I wonder what it would actually be like inside a cramped van rigging these up, not as easy as this that's for sure.

[@ajs8198]

I wouldn't holiday in work van. But for a day or two or working away a night I'd sleep in van if I had to. However would rather invest 2k on a pop top as I'm not lugging that about. Especially with tools and racking in van.

[@petemoring67]

Looks Great Roger - Then You Check The Prices - AARRGGHH!!!!!!! ;-) ... I'd want Two Vans, MOT'd - Taxed - Insured - And FULL of Fuel for the price of the Starter Pack 🙂

[@pauln7422]

You were close to having another finger injury there Roger! :)

[@SkillBuilder]

Yes you would think I would learn my lesson.

[@nonoyorbusness]

Can't see it catching on, too much salesmanship for an impractical product.

[@loafersheffield]

Bloody hell fire! You get about a bit.

[@simondegan6361]

Great if you got some

[@teaforthree1]

Bare ply?

[@SkillBuilder]

It can be painted or varnished

[@petearnold8020]

not knocking it... looks quality and an ok idea. in practical use maybe not. it still needs storing when not in use and does look bitty. you could do with a set sink, hob, lay out a bit better. when putting it in the van you need to be in the van to assemble, i guess that would be a bit of a nightmare. you can buy cooking pod units that has fresh and waste water, a hob and sink in one. then the bed seperate. i owned a campervan conversion company doing t4s and t5s, so i have dealt with what customers want and will pay for. went to every camper show to look at everyones ideas. there was a company that did modular fiberglass units and bed with storage but they struggled to get sales. i would grab as much positive and negative feedback as possible and come up with other designs. so those that this suits, great, and try something else with all your skills and equipment for a better selling design. good luck with it and hope it goes well

[@robertmulhern2129]

Where James and Ian these days?

[@SkillBuilder]

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[@eliotmansfield]

It’s a no from me.

[@dazzla2010]

don't go on dragons den you will get slaughtered

[@SkillBuilder]

Dragon's Den is just ritual humiliation, it has done a lot of harm to people.

[@loafersheffield]

@@SkillBuilder Harry and Paul Dragon's Den kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJqtkmyanq-Cg80

[@disklamer]

It's complicated. This whole folding bench/table thing has been solved ages ago in countless campers and small boats. Given CNC production it's a bit of a missed opportunity to make this easy, and not require 3 tradies to cobble it together....

[@SkillBuilder]

Good comment and I am sure the guys will be thinking about other ways to make this in the future.

[@disklamer]

@@SkillBuilder The plywood mechanisms are a great concept for sure

[@michaelfraser5723]

and you can legally do over 50 mph on fast roads

[@xtc2v]

Hammock is better as however you're parked its always level

[@SkillBuilder]

My back won't take a hammock. I have tried it several times.

[@xtc2v]

@@SkillBuilder A 'Lay flat' hammock?

[@darrelltregear756]

IKEA do camper vans

[@jimmym2628]

2 grand🤣, could knock that up yourself for about £300.

[@Danzwain1]

genius

[@kevinohara8671]

Don't you know that you're encouraging people to sleep at work lol my mate is half asleep till 11 most days any way lol

[@Shacko117]

Nah, I'll build it myself 😂

[@waynemongo]

"Fuck Truck"

[@davidb3541]

Way too much farting around waste of money that nobody will use more than a couple of time before they realise they should just buy and convert a van.

[@guerrillamane9573]

Awful

[@vinnysurti]

That’s Box clever! 🚐 📦

[@seanmckinleylandscaping6358]

Jaybe foldout bed £45 Argos takes up less space and far more comfy this take up far to much space in a work 🚐