Vauxhall Vivaro Camper Van Conversion (Day 5 - 6 )

This is day 5 and 6 of this vauxhall vivaro campervan conversion. In this video i will get the panels on, and put the ceiling battens and trim on also the insulation is in and the first fix electrics.

[@kanishixansarawanan9808]

Absolutely enjoy watching your video, such hardworking gentleman,

[@dave-watson]

Many thanks....I really enjoy doing these builds.

[@carolvenables3970]

When it's done Dave I'm moving in 🤭🤭🤣🤣

[@dave-watson]

My too. It's coming along real well. Thanks.

[@mcstuiain9511]

Thanks again Dave 👍

[@dave-watson]

My pleasure.

[@linebrunelle1004]

I'm a 90% full time van dweller in Canada, mainly in the Rockies and the Coast. I seriously appreciate your work here (and your cooking). 🙋‍♀️🇨🇦

[@dave-watson]

Thanks a lot....loads more van videos and recipes to come.

[@rabadabadoo491]

Top work and well explained 👏 Cheers 🍻

[@dave-watson]

My pleasure....Thanks for watching.

[@barryjackson8512]

Fantastic as always 😎

[@dave-watson]

Many thanks.

[@longhairmullet]

Whoo a guy that cooks and builds out vans.. Handy dandy combo.

[@dave-watson]

Thanks.....I might do some cooking in the van when it's complete.

[@TheKinlock]

Looking absolutely great again

[@dave-watson]

Thanks a lot....It's coming along well.

[@richardseabourne9545]

It's good to see a man enjoying his work, love the videos Dave

[@dave-watson]

Thanks a lot....I love getting stuck into a project like this.

[@renaulttraficconversion]

Thanks for the video, Dave. Great job. When I did my 2014 Renault Trafic LWB van I used 'nutserts" to fasten everything. I did not want to use any self-tapping screws to prevent metal bits from falling into the body to prevent future rust. It was not easy but things are fine after 10 years of use.

[@dave-watson]

Thanks, I've never tried them but I'll take a look....always looking for better ways to do things.

[@longhairmullet]

Yep “Rivenuts” here in the states. Does take some work, drill a whole, insert nut use tool to squeeze it down tight. They sometimes spin if not tight (watch other videos) but they work great when it’s a tight fit.

[@McCarthyInstruments]

Cheers Dave, just about to do my Trafic ceiling so this goes a long way!

[@dave-watson]

Thanks....good luck with your conversion.

[@richardpowell9238]

Great job again Dave, 👍 looking forward to the next one. Electrics are confusing me at the moment, I've no idea lol so looking forward to your 2nd fix on that too

[@dave-watson]

Thanks....the electrics are always done in a few different phases as the rest of the build progresses.

[@richardpowell9238]

@dave-watson hi Dave, I'm still playing with my van, have gone for 240 hookup as I don't plan on going off grid, but 1 question please, do you have to declare you have changed a 6 seater van to a day van to dvla ?

[@MichaelTate-m8u]

Hi Dave. Loved this video and I get the feeling you're gonna do the painted black ply ceiling with the dyed wood slats going from front to back. I hope this is the case as I love that look. And are the cabinets going to be dyed the same colour as the ceiling? food for thought? I would also like to see you convert an at least standing height van as this was the only problem I had with mine after a while. And, what about a roof air ventilation system? Looking forward to the next mate. Chris.

[@dave-watson]

Hi Chris....the ceiling in this one is going to be lacquered cladding with the dark carpet over the infills I put in. The next video series will be a H2 Boxer with a lot more head room. I plan to go whole hog and put underslung tanks in it, electric roof vent and a heater......I hope I can get onto it later in the year.

[@fransvanlife]

Good evening Dave, I've noticed you didn't put a vapour barrier in on this build. Is there a reason for this? I am currently at the insulation stage and am getting mixed reviews on whether they are needed or not, I know on your previous built you installed one, was just wondering the pros and cons. Thank you for your time and your brilliant videos.

[@dave-watson]

Thanks a lot....there is a great debate about vapour barriers....my current thinking is in a day/weekend van like this and used plastic bottle insulation which in theory should not mould ot rot, it is not necessary. In a van which I was going to be living in for longer periods of time and cooking and using a shower, I would put one in. I know there are many conflicting opinions.....but to some degree the carpet with the spray adhesive on the back will also act as a sort of vapour barrier.

[@davidbailey6230]

No vapour barrier 😮

[@dave-watson]

No....I don't think it's necessary in a van like this....I've listened to all of the argument for and against....but apparently most manufacturers of this type of van do not use them either.