DIY Sprinter Van Conversion | Framing, Insulation, Wall Panels, and Vinyl Floors

We finally have floors, walls and ceiling panels in our Sprinter Van! It was a long road to get to this point and we couldn't be happier with the progress. The sprinter is starting to look like an actual camper inside and we can't wait to get started with the furniture.

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[nishaahmed]

I just wanted to say thank you. I have watched so many videos and it just does not show me very good detail as to how to get started and what I need that doesn’t cost so much. Your videos are nicely informative. I appreciate it. I am trying to do this on a very limited budget and your videos really help. Trying to do this without having to buy all the tools to add to my budget is not what I was looking for.

[marieporter]

Thank you for not making this long and boring. I watched the whole video. Some install videos on YouTube can be long and too much talking in-between, I get bored quickly and fast forward. So thank you, you were on point.

[arturofernandez]

Thank you for naming the size screws you used for your framing. this is most helpful for the stage I'm at in my Econoline.

[MakersWorkshopLLC]

its crazy how much this step changes the feel inside there. We're excited to keep seeing this come together

[RustyCas]

Leaving raw wood inside your walls or floors is just inviting mold and mildew into your van. Every piece of raw wood needs to be sealed with either mold resistant primer (battens & backs of wall and ceiling panels) or spar urethane on exposed wood where you want a natural finish such as bed slats, component compartments or cabinets (plumbing, LPG, electrical, etc), garage storage, etc. I would not seal surfaces that are going to be glued together. When gluing battens to metal, wipe the metal down with denatured alcohol to remove any contaminates or oil and let dry before gluing. I would also not use any paint or sealer that is oil-based. I used oil-base paint on my house porch trim and couldn’t understand why we always had so much mildew - had to scrub it every year. Oil-based products are great “sealers” but mildew thrives on the oil. Use 100% acrylic paint instead.

[johnkozaczok]

I love how you both are wearing masks during your entire build. Your the only ones I've seen in all the van builds that I've watched. Also wool is the best insulation for a van build, it doesn't mold, it's antimicrobial, antifungal, it can hold up to 40 percent moisture and still provide 100 insulation value. Your the only one I subscribed to. I can't wait for more videos, also very good explanation during your process. You should be very proud. Thank you

[MiaBeedo]

Love the pace and the music. Great job!

[rosmutti]

This is the most zen van build I've ever seen! Curious about the workshop, is it a shared carpentry workshop space? What a great idea!

[Memoolisa]

Şimdiye kadar gördüğüm en açıklayıcı video. Temiz bir işçilik. Umarım bir gün bizde yapabiliriz. Türkiye'den selamlar. İyi çalışmalar.

[mitchgroff]

I like your video presentation. It is informative too, at the same time. Thanks a lot for your guidance!

[lynnemarie]

Nice! Really easy to understand. Also, the chill jazz music really makes it seem like a relaxing van build took place (which I am sure it was not 100% the case. hahaha) You make everything seem really doable.

[chrisgotham]

Best video for people with the T1n ready to jump in

[laural]

Looks like a little room now! Awesome!

[DimentionalDan]

I loved this video and gave it a Thumbs Up but you were mistaken when you said the Earth isn't flat.

[peterdods]

3:27 - dang man. I been working on my asian squat, but you do it like a champ! that must come in handy for van builds...

[crnduffy]

It seems to me that plugging up the drain holes is probably not a good idea. They are called "drain" holes for a reason. If moisture somehow gets trapped under the newly installed floor at some point, (and you can't guarantee that that won't happen), then there is nowhere for that excess moisture to go because the drain holes are now blocked.

[jamesray]

If it was me I put some killmat on the floor to help with sound deadening and more on the walls I just bought a 2017 Mercedes-benz sprinter that is my plan but everyone has their own ideal on building a van build

[asmr]

Omg urban workshop lol that’s where I’m working on mine

[garagemonkeysan]

Great video, very detailed and instructive. Nice progress on the van conversion. So exciting! Mahalo for sharing! : )

[SWTGVET]

Very well done description. Thanks for sharing your build.