My DIY Camper Conversion Fail? - Insulating & Carpeting a Vauxhall Vivaro on a BUDGET - Camper Build - Video

Join me on a very honest (and slightly messy) journey of insulating and carpeting my Vauxhall Vivaro camper conversion. If you're looking for a professional tutorial, this isn't it! I suffer from spinal problems and arthritis, which made this DIY build a massive challenge. ​In this video, I show you the mistakes I made so you don't have to! But is does prove no matter how many mistakes you make it all works out in the end.

What's covered in this video:

​Sound deadening and insulation types

​Using recycled memory foam for extra warmth

​Challenges of carpeting the roof alone

​Fitting stretch carpet around doors and handles

​Despite the "cock-ups," the van is now a cozy space I can use for overnight stays. If you enjoy "real life" builds rather than perfect professional ones, please subscribe

The next video in the build series is building up the cabinets from a FREE fakebook marketplace find, also coming up photography trips in the van etc etc

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-- Chapters --
01:24 - where to start
03:26 - foam insulation
05:12 - door insulation
09:18 - back doors
10:57 - the roof
15:35 - carpeting doors
17:11 - carpet side
20:14 - everything went wrong
22:50 - outro & whats coming up

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