He Converted A Van From Scratch - Camper Build With 8020 Aluminum | Sprinter Campervan W/Shower 

I see the Humble Road stamp on the design. Rick worked for them, no wonder. Nice build. I love this shower stall. In case anyone wondered, the tiles in the bathroom are ultralight vinyl foamboard tiles called Innovera by Palram sold at Home Depot. They come in 12" x 24" panels, tongue in groove and in marble or stone designs. Lowes has a similar one called Palisades. I prefer the Palram tiles. You have to stick them on with adhesive over any existing waterproof surface, then grout the seams with mildew resistant silicone. PL Marine or Loctite Powergrab are good adhesives. Substrate can be Kerdiboard or Kerdi membrane stuck on with thinset over plywood. Kerdi says they only supply for real tile, but I've seen this done. The key is the substrate material that must be water proofed. I wonder how Rick did his? I have to remodel my RV bathroom so would be helpful to know if Kerdi works or not. Thinsulate is the best insulating material (and pricey). The white fluffy side goes on next to the Reflectix to provide the air gap that Reflectix needs. I also found another material meant for underlayment called Silent Silver or Blue, a 1/8" thin closed cell neoprene covered with foil on one side that insulates, deadens sound, moisture barrier, and cushions that can be used as an additional layer in making window shades.. Finding the right materials is key in RV builds. Nice components from Victron. The SOK batteries are made in China with a US based distributor. Cost runs $1150 for 280 AH, and $400 for 100 AH sizes. There is a video online on how they are assembled. It is a pity that the flare outs are permanently covered up and no window space or ventilation from them. This creates a lack of light in the bedroom area. Imagine if it is raining or you have an ocean scene, you want to see that. You can always add curtains? Very nice overall look and feel for this van build. I question if there is enough power to run a fridge and other devices on 200 watts of solar and 200 AH battery power though. The components are high quality with Isotherm, Victron, Sprinter - really nice luxury feel. Thanks for the tour, Patrick, and Rick. Most enjoyable.

Sweet build! I’m enjoying these van tours

MaxAir are a waste of money. Get the cheaper remote control ones.

Wow, Nicely done!!! Your real world experience shows. Thanks for sharing this quality van.

Very nice. Beautiful metallic blue color. I would have gone with a little less countertop space near the door because of the Sprinter being a little small. Dedicated shower, love it.

I love the color of the van! The wood selection of the cabinets is beautiful. I wish the flooring had more of honey tones, rather than the gray tones. By doing that, the floor and cabinets would compliment one-another.

Great build. How would you feel about a raisable bed in a small van like this?

I'm getting ready to build another van, I dropped the price to $143K

It's a quality (masculine esthetically) van. I love the outdoor trays, and the steps added for easy access. The garage is amazing. The thought process for protecting and maintaining the components is impressive. Thanks for the tour.

I wanted to see if you had the number for the gentleman that built the sprinter van he said it took him five months interested in the product. Thank you.

Another great van build! Keep em coming! Thanks Patrick!😊 BTW, is this van for sale, and what’s the asking price?

I’ll take one with A/C and a party stereo

Of all the builds I've seen is probably qualifies as the perfect build!

4:05 4:07 4:08 most impressed! The bed is large and set up. Kitchen sets up the most handy……the ceiling just tops it off as the best van I have seen,

Great build.

13:56 What if somenoe pees in their sleep with all the wires right below?

nice build. I’m curious the advantages of wiring going across the van under the mattress? Are the wires usually above the ceiling going across the van. Is it for easy access if wiring issue? You would never be able to remove your platform bed in want to use the van for a large cargo need. Not criticizing by any means, just curious.

Humble Road taught him right. That's another fine looking conversation.

Oh I love it! Of course I would have a twin sized bed instead of a queen, since it is just me, But I love everything about this van 😍, thank you Patrick for sharing .

Do you have a link to the close pack that you used by the bed?

GREAT build, very nice job sir. Thanks for sharing Patrick, nice job as well.

Big fan, especially the emphasis on the garage a applicability to mountain life. Hopefully one day I can get one of your builds in a 170 layout

All that insulation is useless if you have them plastic windows and the exposed metal on back dors... Insulation value - 200%

How tall is that guy?

Special build. This man really knows what he's doing! Very impressive. Just as soon as I win the lottery I'm giving him a call

I love the choice of woods...maple and cedar ceiling. I like where you put interior control panel. Wish I could afford it. Great build.❤Jane

Perfect van for one person plus it’s well built. The interior slide up garage door is unique and a smart idea. If your going to buy a Mercedes van you might as well get the air conditioner! Great job, thanks

Everything is great in the van but I would rather have a full size or even a twin bed to gain a little more space in the living space. I wonder what the asking price is for the van?

Sweet. "He has it listed currently for $159,000 USD"

Rick's contract information please ❤

Beautiful van. Such quality! I would just add the AC and change the mattress. Now - if it was just in my budget! 😀 Not saying it's not worth it, I'm just not in that league.

I'd prefer no split kitchen and have a seating area More for a man this design I think.

I love how he describes everything in sailing terms. 😊

Wow! Nicely done, well planned layout.

I have interest this skylight this builder have link ?

Very nice

What a lovely chap! He can feel very proud about this awesome build, indeed! ❤

Very nice video 👍👍😳🤗🤔thank you. Pullout step for bed is very handy. Yes, is a spectacular, comfy van/home.

Just saw this one.. Kool

Sorry, I keep chuckling....is the wood "Popular" ot Poplar😅...as good as the refrigerator is I would have to go with a top loading one. I can't see getting down to floor level to see what is in the 'fridge. Seems no one else finds it worth mentioning....but it comes with age I suppose. Good luck to whomever buys the van....hope they enjoy it.

Thanks for sharing

Nice wood-working. I like the breathability of the van design. 👍

Missed the high end water filling detail. Open ended pipe seems to have been added as an afterthought. Slippery dip for mice. Most of the van is good for a single person. The design is way too cramped for two people. Well done however.

Nice job Rick

Very nice build. Why do you have only 200W solar and 512aH batteries? Not enough room?

No TV screen?

Too bad: no window in the rear bedroom, only that roof hatch. The water tank filling set-up is a terrible idea.

Saludos desde ct 🤠🙋‍♂️🌿🐕

My only comment is the mattress won't be able to wick dry if moisture gets between it and the board under it.

Excellent video 👍 Thank you

This van would never be welcomed in US due to no A/C.. I love, love Humble Road's craftsmanship and creativity. This too has that same feel. Thank you for sharing.

phenomenal build. bordering on perfection. so rare to see a full enclosed shower in a short body van. congrats !! this may be my next van.

If the Van is ''New'' and is one of the last Sprinter 3.0l V6 Bi-Turbo, and it's up for Sale? I think the ''Pree build'' has devalued the hole Sprinter Van. 🤠 It's best left as a ''cleen Canvas'' and shuld realy end up as the '''Ouners''' personal and tecnical Build''? and to tell you, If I found the interior personally atractive, Aaaa? like the shower fitting in a 144, but only for an elderly adult? Sow is the Van Up For GRABS...?

Humble Road is the master mentor of van builds!

Bob Lazar would approve of the van name