Don’t Make This Van Conversion Mistake – Learn From Mine!

What NOT to Do in a DIY Van Build || From Dirty Work Van to Dream Stealth Camper – The Ultimate Transformation || Ford Transit Stealth Van Conversion || How to install a subfloor in your van conversion || How to install Altro Vinyl Flooring in a van conversion || How to sound proof and sound deaden a van conversion Big thanks to Dodo Mat for the support, I’ve used their products before and absolutely rate them. If you’re planning your own build, I’ve added a link and discount code below 👇 'ABUCKLIFE10' which will provide a 10% discount on www.dodomat.com/dodomat.com I used 1 box 0f Deaden. Building the PERFECT Stealth Camper From Scratch | Ford Transit L3H3 Mk8 Van Conversion We’re building the ultimate stealth camper — starting with a Ford Transit L3H3 Mk8 that used to be an old electricity board workshop van. It had a tough life, a rough interior, and even a gearbox and clutch failure right after buying it for just £5,800. But now the rebuild begins — from bare metal shell to stealth camper dream. In this episode, I fix a mistake from last week’s flooring install, show how to re-cut and bond the ply subfloor, install Altro vinyl flooring, and completely sound deaden and insulate the van using Dodo Mat products. If you’re planning your own campervan conversion or wondering how to build a stealth van from scratch, this episode covers every step to create a solid, silent, and warm foundation for your van build. IF YOU FOUND THIS HELPFUL YOU CAN BUY ME A COFFEE: https://buymeacoffee.com/abucklife First Access to our NEW Mech! https://abucklife.myshopify.com/ Follow us on Instagram @abucklifeofficial Thank you so much for watching and we can't wait to share more of adventures with you. This van is a Ford Transit L3H3 2014 MK8 RWD. If you have any questions and need any help drop me a comment or dm me! 📦 Products & Tools Mentioned: 12mm Plywood from Wickes Magnetic lights https://amzn.to/3Lvzm2q Alcohol Spray https://amzn.to/4nDooFj Sikaflex 522 https://amzn.to/3LAjtaW PVA Glue https://amzn.to/483WKvz Biscuit Jointer https://amzn.to/43udjiT Rollers https://amzn.to/4pf6Lgt Quality Products we Use in our Self Build Camper Van: - VANDERMOON MOONBOXES AND MOON ORGANISERS | We love all our VANDERMOON gear, from the moon boxes to the moon organisers our van would not be as functional and light weight without them, Use Code 'buck10' for 10% off your order! Check out Vandermoon here https://www.vandermoon.com/eng/en/logowanie?create_account=1&s=buck10 (you do need to use the link for the discount to work!) - Use Van Space 3D to help design you own van. We found it really helpful to visualise the build. click the link below: https://abucklife--vanspace3d.thrivecart.com/vanspace-3d-lifetime/60bfc5e47b9bf/ - TRELINO TOILET| Our off grid travel would not be possible without our Trelino Toilet. Game Changer. Click the link https://tidd.ly/4gwZnsa and use the code 'abucklife' to receive a FREE accessories set when ordering a Trelino composting toilet. - AUXBEAM LIGHTING | Use this code 'ABL15' to save 15% off your first order and the link https://www.shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=1262373&m=67515&u=4545378 - HELINOX | camping furniture is so lightweight, easy to set up and durable. Little man loves his mini chair. Use this link https://tidd.ly/41M7tZF and code 'VN7GQVZ43XDB' for 10% OFF. - SOLO STOVE | is amazing for a safe camp fire and is from www.adventurevanlife.com. Use code 'abucklife' for discount site wide. - AUTOTERM DIESEL HEATER| We stay warm with a 4KW AUTOTERM Diesel Heater and Engine Pre Heater. Use code 'abucklife' for discount at www.autoterm.store Some links in this description are affiliate links. When you buy through these links, I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. This really supports the channel and helps us to bring better content to you and we really appreciate the support. Thank you. 0:00 Intro 1:00 My dirty little secret 4:16 Biscuit Jointing and bonding the floor down 9:57 Finishing touches 12:09 Bonding down the Altro flooring 16:36 How to sound deaden a camper van