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This is a video series that gives you insight into how to do your own van conversion with master woodworker Dipa Vasudeva Das.
He’s the one who converts work vans into incredible (and famous) custom campers like this one and this one.
Enjoy!
Incredible DIY Campervan Conversion Video Series: How This Man Builds ‘Natural’ Tiny Homes Out of Work Vans!
If you want to learn how to convert your own van, bookmark this page and use it to start learning! Here is a summary of what you can learn:
- How to Install Your Own Skylight and Awning in the Van
- How to Set Up Your Solar System
- How to Start Building Your Walls
- How to Paint/Decorate Your Walls
- How to Insulate Your Van
- How to Set Up Your Ceiling Lighting and Skylight Frame
- How to Build (And Insulate) Your Flooring
- How to Build a Beautiful Entrance/Door in Your Van
- How to Set Up Your Water and Cooking Systems
- How to Build Your Kitchen Countertop
- How to Build Your Own Custom Fireplace and Stove
- How to Build Your Own Japanese/Zen Style Shelves
- How to Build Your Own Family Table/Convertible Bed
- How to Design/Build a Rear Terrace and Window
There’s lots to learn, probably too much for one sitting! So bookmark this page so you can come back for more! This is basically like a free course/workshop on how to convert your own van thanks to Dipa Das.
Dipa Das does a great job with his work and he is highly experienced but he doesn’t always wear safety gear like we all should. So please invest in and use eye wear and other safety gear to keep your body parts safe while working with power tools and doing construction!
1. How to Install Your Own Skylight, Van Awning and Stripping Interior!
Video: Installing Skylight, Awning, and Stripping Interior
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9MTujkjPcw
2. How to Set Up Your Solar System and Ventilation
Video: Setting Up Your Solar Panels and Ventilation Fans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVFt-9kQPC0
3. How to Build Your Own Custom Cockpit Door/Wall
Video: First Wall for the Van – Cockpit Door/Wall
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_-lECwZaqM
4. How to Paint/Decorate Your Walls
Video: Decorating and Painting Your Van’s Wall/Door
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHz-B_ZHVBs
5. How to Insulate Your Van, Installing Interior Siding, & Chimney/Fireplace Setup
Video: Insulating Your Van, Installing Interior Siding/Panels/Wall Finishes, and Setting Up the Chimney/Fireplace
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPcUYcWxYuc
6. How to Set Up Your Lighting
Video: Setting Up Your Lighting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-W-A9Kbq6o
7. Building Your Flooring (Floor Framing, Insulation, and Finish)
Video: Pine Flooring (Framing, Insulating, and Finishing)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIZxoXr7voQ
8. How to Build a Stealthy But Beautiful ‘Front Door’ (Entrance) for Your Van
Video: How to Build Your Own Stealthy But Beautiful Front Door Entrance For Your Van Conversion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7KKtS_3gaY
9. How to Build Your Water and Cooking Systems (Kitchenette and Shower)
Video: Building Your Water and Cooking Systems
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAUXDH4pHRo
10. How to Build Your Kitchen Countertop
Video: Building Your Kitchen Countertop
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMRkAAEZdQQ
11. How to Build Your Own Custom Fireplace and Stove
Video: Building Your Own Custom Fireplace and Stove
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1PGXrK2EEc
12. How to Build Your Own Japanese/Zen Style Shelves
Video: Building Your Own Shelving for Your Van Conversion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Me67RNg8g7s
13. How to Build Your Own Family Table/Convertible Bed
Video: Building Your ‘Convertible’ Table/Bed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9wnhyXqlMg
14. How to Design/Build a Rear Terrace and Window
Video: Designing and Building Your Rear Terrace and Window
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uMBIR_zS1c
Resources
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bqCv_d6oeg&list=PLiCprVuWAz-AsiWRtrQ3CILttRsJcAGy_
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDhLtJUPM96lDhhMgbnSZGA
- http://www.divinefactory.net/
- https://tinyhousetalk.com/veduna-campervan-work-van-converted-into-incredible-natural-motorhome/
- https://tinyhousetalk.com/tag/dipa-vasudeva-das/
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wow this dude can carpenter! Not my style but respect to the skills!
I know, right? I was thinking the exact same thing.
This man is an absolute genius! I have watched all his YouTube videos and the skills and ideas this man has are amazing.
Definitely bookmark this page!
Wow, this is comprehensive. I did it before and know how much work it is but documenting it on top of this – impressive. This ut isn’t not only a good carpenter but looking on the stove he is a welder, too.
Not my style but a great way to learn about it.
I’m almost speechless. Wow, wow, wow! Incredible skills and an amazing transformation. Of course, it helps to have a fabulous shop space filled with every tool imaginable and the know how on how to use them! Beautiful craftsmanship. Generous sharing of the process. Thank you!
I think it would be fair to call this “over the top!”
This dude is a freaking genius! What a work of art! It’s the most beautiful conversion I’ve ever seen! And he makes it look easy! I want one!!
With so much patience and enthusiasm they build the future, which with the snap of two fingers here is already here
This guy was using an angle grinder without safety glasses and while wearing sandals!
He is a good craftsman however. Nice job.
beautiful work;^)
Very inspirational! I just wonder about the added weight of so much wood. Probably not so good in a smaller van but the aesthetic appeal is amazing.
Thanks for sharing this information, Amazing skills and creativity here. Very spiritual and earthy. namaste’, rachel
thank you very much, very inspiring!
You sir are a great artist, that’s like the things I use to be able to do, I am 78 yrs old DAV now an had to sell all my equiptment for wood working to move into Gov. Houseing Keep up the great work..Ted
We are older and poor. Is there something very simple we can do. Using a van.
Absolutely amazing! I plan to convert a van in the near future, I will definitely watch more of his videos to get some ideas.
Beautiful work…I am speechless!
Wishing you a speedy and awesome conversion!