MAXED OUT MICRO CAMPER VAN | FULL TOUR! - 2012 Ford Transit Connect
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So glad to see the van tour has been posted. It has been such a pleasure to travel in. No issues - everything has worked out as I had hoped. You should be very proud of this build - everyone I have shown it to while on the road has been very complimentary- best they have seen for a small space. Enjoyed working with you - best of luck on future builds.
Glad to hear Marcy! It was a pleasure working together, best of luck with your travels!
@@Josh_Oakes I’m retiring in 3 years . I will only be able to survive not working if I live in my 2016 transit connect xl. I want the exact setup. How much do you charge to do this exact build ? Actually instead of the battery I have a blueEddie P 2000. And I have the same fridge
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@@Josh_Oakes I just subbed and was going to ask the same question, so I will check out the website! Awesome build ❤
@Marcy Glidden Are you able to sit on the toilet box and work at the flip up table?
The design is so smart..!!!!!! Love the legless 500lb capacity bed
Is the bed wide and long enough for two adults?
@@wendyfountain2201 it looks to me its wide enough to Squeeze in two average sized people. Length wise you might have to ask him !
@@wendyfountain2201 a normal twin size bed is 38" wide this bed is 34" wide. If you and another person can fit in a twin size bed this is possible.
@@nava284 At least they can't fall off anywhere!
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The leather drawer pulls are BRILLIANT. No bruising when you bash into them. Excellent, innovative design. Well done.
Josh,,, I give you an A+ your creativity is priceless. So clean and very well thought out. You’re an inspiration believe me. high five ✋
What a great use of space in such a tiny van!! I'm impressed with how neat the finishes are and the electrical access panel behind the door makes it so easy to work on if need be without climbing into a "garage" or contorting under a bed
So many brilliant solutions and nice touches--and the general aesthetic is so strikingly clean and almost...soothing. Love, love, love it.
A lot of really great ideas!! Love the bed on slides, love that the water jugs can be accessed at the back door, love the front seat platform which would be a great dog bed space!
" . . nature poo". Love it. lolol This build is going to the top of my list. Just my size, Just my style. Definitely a 'Goldilocks' moment for me.
This build is so impressive in every category. I've watched a ton of videos like this and this one really stood out for multiple reasons. Loved the bed, the outdoor shower idea, and how clean-looking everything was, even hidden areas like the water storage. I can tell you really put in the hard work in every step of the process. Lots of problem-solving beautifully executed. Thanks for sharing.
Wish you lived in the UK - what an amazing wee camper. Been thinking of buying an NV200 for ages and would love to do what you have done to this one - it is beautiful so professional and neat looking. Love the fact you can have a wee shower too. Well done Josh - you have such a talent!
I'm not usually a fan of small campers bc I'm tall. But this one was gorgeous!
I like the rounded corners on the cabinet.
From toilet to shower to outdoor cooking this van is so sweet! I want mines built put just like this when I get it 🤞🏾
Great build, but I think I would hinge the top of the porta-pot cabinet so that one could just lift it up, & sit & do their job without having to move the toilet! Also, a small open cabinet up over the bed would be great for a little more storage.
Perhaps a small open cabinet over the bed would get in the way and pose a hazard where the person might hit their head. However when you get yours done you can get everything you wanted done for this one in your own. I'm certain that pricing played a part in the owners decision to go with what they wanted done.
The leather drawer and cabinet pulls are fantastic, add one to the side of the fridge top for easier opening.
I LOVE this build! So efficient! You do wonderful work, Josh!
This is my absolute favorite camper van conversion. Awesome job Josh. Subscribed.
Josh, you've done it again! The clean lines are awesome - LOVE!
Great use of space love it. The bed is so cool how it simply slides out. Even a shower 👍
Thank you!!
I am impressed!!! How cozy and beautiful is inside. Way to go
I LOVE how you did the electrical! Love the clean and efficient layout and it’s easy accessibility! Nice work!
Hey Josh! Your builds get better and better in design, organization, and efficiency!
I’ve watched a few of your builds now. Have to say you do a amazing job of utilizing all the space yet keeping it very clean and simple looking.
Absolutely outstanding build on this van. I was so thrilled to see a nice design using the smaller van. Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us !
Been here since your first van build and it’s incredible to see how far you’ve come! Amazing job as always. And I love the leather accents everywhere. Gorgeous van
Appreciate it, thanks for the support!
I think this is the nicest Transit conversion I've seen! That bed is great, just as the kitchen, the looks in general and what not. Wow!
Well done…..cool to see a “ thinking mans” design.
Nice and clean! Amazing layout! Love how you hide all electric components nicely behind that wall
Fantastic build and design. Simple, straight forward, obviously well thought out! Best micro van build I’ve seen so far.
This is so clean! Love the neat workmanship and attention to small details especially that shower option! Bravo 👏🏼
Wow Josh! What a lot has been packed into a small space. Your attention to detail is impressive and clearly shows in your workmanship. Love that bed design btw. Genius. Quick, easy, effective. Seems like you have one very satisfied customer too!
Your work is remarkable! So efficient/functional/accessible, making use of every bit of space, and...aesthetically lovely throughout the entire process!
what great craftsmanship! the finishes are all so neat & the interior does indeed look light & bright. also the bed without legs is ingenious. 💚
Love the set, cozy, functional, and the colors looks so easy on the eyes. I wouldn't mind having something like this as a weekend warrior.
Your stuff is so clean and nicely designed. It's not just cobbled together...it's real cabinetry.
Very nice. I like the way you kept the electrical so neat, organized & accessible. It offers all the things you would need.
Your work is phenomenal and so clean and practical! Super impressed!
This van is amazing. So small but so well thought out and functional. Love it!
Absolutely LOVE this one. Functional, practical, and the light wood is beautiful.
The most beautiful build I’ve seen on a transit connect. Awesome job!!!
Excellent!! Im impressed to see how you were able to build a “ tiny house” in such a small space, clean and functional , well planned and beautiful, I want one just like this!!! Congratulations and thank you.👍
Clean build, the electric panel solution is amazing!
I like the simplicity, leather handles, frontseat platform & pull out counter in back - its all super nice.
Wow, I love this build! Such great use of all available space. Well-done!!
Such a lovely little camper design. Well done!
I’m impressed with what you did in a small space!
The electrical compartment was so neat and tidy. The whole conversion was brilliant!
Been watching van builds for probably 20 years now. This one is top tier. 😊
Love your builds since the beginning. The electrical is so clean! Thanks for taking the time to make this video. You can be very proud of your work. It's definitely commercial grade ;-)
Whenever I watch your videos these are awesome little builds.
Josh, you are so talented, I really ❤ the majority of this build for ideas for my Toyota Hiace build I'll be doing in the New Year when it's supposed to arrive in Australia. A huge thank you, you are a tremendous inspiration.
I'm loving your attention to practical details!
One of the best bed designs I’ve seen! Well done on the build.
Josh, I am so impressed. This is the best Transit Connect Conversion I have ever seen. Well done young man, well done! I love this and when I am ready to commit to my own Connect Conversion, I will definitely look you up. Bravo.
Appreciate it!
I absolutely love this build. Haven’t considered a small build before but this one made me reconsider. Well thought out!
Best most beautiful build I have ever seen! You thought of everything and your attention to detain is awesome! I want one exactly like this one! Great Job
As usual very clever design & top quality build. Like the light/bright finishes...Very open spacious feel. Great job on legless bed with drawer slides (first time I've seen that.) I've always liked the faucet to shower option. You continue to impress, my friend!
wow, I'm impressed what a clean design a small car with lot of genius details thank you
Great build, I especially love the electrical design and its positioning in the van.
This is great! Perfect for traveling. Everything is so functional and makes optimal use of the space. Very nice.
Bravo ! Best handmade van I see ! Congratulations !
Great idea for the platform in the front seat
You guys with these smaller vans really know how to maximize the space. I'm definitely going to look into that bed idea. Very clean look. Nice.
I have seen several videos of your van builds and always impressed. Im bikepacking right now, but would love one because they are small and I don't want anybody else in it.
I love everything about this set up! Great job
Appreciate it! This was a fun one to build.
Best mini van build ever.
Awesome build! Inspiring and motivating me to try a build. Can’t wait to watch your future work. Wishing you continued success! ✌🏼
I just love this van built, especially the slide out bed construction is awesome and very nicely made, props for that genius technique
Absolutely stunning!
Great build. Especially liked the bed! 👍
Looks like a beauty! Bed sliders are Cool. Door cubbies are wicked. And the electrical area is very slick. Nice that the whole face plate opens up so easily. Great Work.
Love how you placed the electrical boxes
This van is perfect and beautiful!
🏕👌 BRILLIANT JOSH! One of the cleanest and smoothest designs I've seen. Well done on this. 👍🏆🇺🇸
Absolute perfection and sign and build. Everything thoughtfully layed out. Brilliant master of trade. Thanks!!
This is the best small van camper I have ever seen. It is neat, well designed, beautiful and functional.
Excellent conversion! Wish you were in the UK!
You are getting better & better at your builds!
Appreciate it!
Josh, absolutely incredible build wonderfully thought out and beautifully finished!
An amazing job done.. Such a small space you have made look homely and spacious.. Its bright and clean looking, everything has been placed with precision.. An extremely well though out project.. Bravo.. The best I've seen to date..
Josh… Thank you for sharing your work!!!! 🪲 ‘Tis Simply BRILLIANT actually…… 🪲 You are a Gifted ARTIST indeed! 🪲
You had me at the flat board in the passenger seat. Perfect for my doggie! Nice build. I like seeing what you do. Would l to see a picture with the cushions.
Thanks! More photos of the build on Instagram @briarwoodvans
Thoughtful and clean build! BRAVO!!
I think this, for me, is the most perfect build. Stellar work!
Excellent! Consider making a sticker with your logo to put on the rear door to advertise your business.
OMG Josh!!! This is perfect. Can we see an update when the cushions??? Please and thank you.
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It's at the very end of the video too! Gorgeous...
Amazing. Simply amazing. Wish you were in my country (UK). Well done on implementation and - especially - the design and wiring. You fitted SO much into such a small vehicle. 10/10.
Love your conversions. Always improving on your own great ideas. Awesome
💚💛THAT WAN IS THE PERFECT ARTIST LIGHT-OFFICE💛💚 YOU ARE GENIUS🙏
Love, love, LOVE this design !!!! Very creative 👌
Thank you!
This is the best tiny van conversion I’ve seen! Great job!! ❤️👍
That was nice. You kept spirit me when you showed the potty and then a refrigerator. Wow!
One of the best Transit Connect van builds I've seen. Great job. Three things I would've added though are 1) fold down tables on the rear doors, 2) 12V/USB power sockets at each 120VAC location, and 3) install an awning over the passenger side sliding door. I would also consider a roof extension which would add about 12" (300mm) of head room inside the cabin. Hmm, I should really consider building something like this...except in the LWB version of the Connect.
Tables on the rear doors would be a cool feature although the bed length and kitch cabinet would have to be redesigned in order to fit. The pull out table under the bed helps add surface area. You could always add USB ports, all based on the owners needs! Would definitely be nice to have an awning added although this particular van had to meet certain requirements based on HOA restrictions. Appreciate the input! Love hearing different ideas.
Amazing for a small van
Thank you! Love the electric and simplicity of this build.
I love it! This is really a beautiful build! A lot of thought and expertise is demonstrated in this video.
Love the front passenger seat platform! Just what I need for my two little doggies both in my tiny car and RV. So clever! The ICEGO fridge has mixed reviews on Amazon. It seems the DC plug does not fit a standard DC outlet and comes loose. There are several complaints about the temp panel readouts and temp sensors not being very accurate. The fridge cools fast but maintaining temp is an issue. You may want a more reliable fridge for your builds. The mini build is very impressive. You have used quality components for electrical work. I like the easy access to the electrical components. This is good modular design. Lithium battery, Inverter, Converter, Battery Monitor, Disconnect switches, its all there. The layout is very good and clean. Light and airy, ample storage, nice faucet, galley, beautiful ceiling, and hurrah for some colors on the walls! Where are you located? I need an electrical revamp on my older Class C. New fuse box, install solar (not panels) components, inverter, etc. Thanks for a satisfying tour. I usually find a lot of things done wrong, but not here. Bravo!
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I think you have made your masterpiece! This is absolutely *everything* I would want for. Any chance you want to come build one in Italy ;))) ?
....or in Switzerland? I would defnitly not be your only client 🐞👍❣. Thanks so much for sharing 🥰
Wow for small van you really loaded it up with everything needed for van life. Great job. Cheers from Canada.
Wow, such a clever design for a small space. I could definitely travel in this!