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I converted my classic VW bus to electric using Tesla parts. I'm getting it ready for van life! I’ve never felt such a big sense of achievement from a project and I’m so excited to show you! Please subscribe to stay up to date on this Series!
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@Louis 3 года назад

This was all filmed before COVID-19

@netto92now 3 года назад

I miss normal life, cool vid

@dannydanny9875 3 года назад

I think the Roof needs to be lifted so you won't bonk your Head :-O

@wiggledytoes 3 года назад

You need Jenelle

@dannydanny9875 3 года назад

@Anita Miklos ???

@joshb5416 3 года назад

Looking forward to this series

@doncarlo5 3 года назад

dude you're freak ... I love that ... you're an inspiration for all of us, for three reasons: 1. because you took the iconic VW T2 (surfer van) for the project 2. because you have the guts to go for it, even if you're not a rocket scientist 3. you're not afraid to fail, and this, for me, it's what really counts in life

@DeanRead 3 года назад

Yes Louis.... Can't wait wait to follow this build and for the road trips that will undoubtedly follow.

@JakeMillerDoesTravel 3 года назад

Seriously, it’s going to be great!

@DeanRead 3 года назад

@@JakeMillerDoesTravel Looking forward to seeing how much range they get from it once it's done.

@FerdinandZebua 3 года назад

I distinctly remember over two years ago Louis, me commenting on your old VW camper video, suggesting you meet up with Jehu. So awesome seeing this actually happen!

@yurii.lompart 3 года назад

So amazing project 🤩 It's my dream to build an electric van and travel all around the world. Tip: if you have a battery higher than 48vdc, you can use directly all your chargers, induction cooker, an even inverter fridge without any additional inverter from DC to AC. I made tests and its works awesome, because in every charger AC turns to DC. And you don't need to do it multiple times.

@jayweezy3264 3 года назад

russel brand when u give him science n stuff instead of crack.

@andyastrand 2 года назад

And take away his internet

@Boohbah602 2 года назад

Sad thing I get my news from Russel these days lol 😂

@edwinsgeneration 3 года назад

So cool, man. I admire how I afraid you are to start and stick to projects like this no matter how foreign they are.

@danielspoerle9657 3 года назад

Being a licenced electrician, mechanic, building engineer and master HVAC license holder. Also a lover of camping and nature. I found this build incredibly interesting. Good job man. Hope Elon Musk takes note and builds a production van. You could definitely give him some tips and ideas!

@RayaWasHere 3 года назад

I have never seen anyone work so hard on any project before. Sooo many months in the making. I’m so proud of you!! ❤️❤️

@AppyG 3 года назад

I agree, also I love watching stuff like this as there’s not much content out there like this on RU-vid hopefully his videos blows up and recover some of the cost that he’s out on this project none the less it will be all for a good cause, love the movement guys!!

@krusher74 3 года назад

what do you think a mechanic is doing 40 hours a week?

@AppyG 3 года назад

@@krusher74 What?

@theDHelement 3 года назад

Looks like you haven't seen some project cars/builds

@AppyG 3 года назад

@Johnny Dong Guys I’ve seen many projects yes but not many on like where you switch a petrol/diesel engine van for a full electric, I’m not on about any other normal project or engine swap, as I don’t watch electric swaps or electric cars for that matter, and being a van lover I just thought I’d share my thoughts on this video and say there’s not many video’s of of this this on here maybe it is but I’ve not seem them, I don’t quite understand, “what do you think a mechanic is doing 40 hours a week” of course I know they do, you just answered your own question they’re a mechanic, but Louis ain’t a mechanic is he.

@tabottietjen3186 3 года назад

Great video Louie. As someone who has followed you for a few years and I always thought your talk didn't equal up to your actions, this is amazing! Electric is truly the future. I to drove an electric bike for several years and now drive a Model 3. I would convert a bus myself if I was more adventurous. Jehu is a legend too so thanks for getting him some more exposure

@VTwin_Nomad 3 года назад

Nice idea if you can't find parts for the original combustion engine. Definitely fun. Batteries are not CO2 neutral. Not by far. Especially not with US electricity. But better than the old engine

@marfisgubben 2 года назад

This is still my favorite video on RU-vid. Love everything about it!

@mhollick63 3 года назад

We have an actual Tesla and its range is 320 miles. We've used it for road trips of up to 1800 miles (one way). you need to recharge at a supercharger every 250 miles or so for 30 minutes or so. So you go get a drink and go to the bathroom and/or eat a meal and you're good to go.

@buffalobill3504 3 года назад

So woke of you. Stay in Kalifornia.

@PITAH1 3 года назад

@@buffalobill3504 ok boomer

@LetsTurnItUpWorld 2 года назад

What an absolutely dream to have your dream converted in Electric! Nice job to have the courage and patience to make that work!

@killianociardubhain414 3 года назад

Yes! The beauty, depth & character of a vintage VW camper combined with the clean, green, reliability of an electric vehicle. This is the dream.

@dopeass791 3 года назад

Look up litium mining you tool. Electric cars pollute more than a gas car...

@dopeass791 3 года назад

Also the electricy you charge it with often comes from coal power plants

@anotherbrickinthewall1700 3 года назад

A van is used to go cross country. Now with electric you can go across the city...and back. Great times, great memories.

@Michael-lg4wz 3 года назад

I know this was months ago, but series hybrid is very efficient. A ICE running at constant load/speed makes it maximally efficient, you can plumb in a real car exhaust to minimise noise, and this would give you big range with a small battery. Best of both worlds.

@sharonbraselton3135 2 года назад

Chef has 2013 BMW 328 I hyybe 1.3 kw 6 one ea n ge rv I nky 456 mk k es

@VEE3RDEYE 3 года назад

You’ve always done the most interesting vehicle builds

@Mac0SXTutorials101 3 года назад

His Van and Busses he’s renovated were so dope

@philp9957 3 года назад

he doesn't actually build anything. He gets other people to do it.. Having $ to blow on stuff isn't really a 'skill' per-se.

@garethorrill6651 3 года назад

@@philp9957 Yeah, I picked up on this. At the start he emphasises on how he's going into this big project with 'no knowledge' - who cares when someone else is doing the work. Either way, its a great project though. Interesting watch

@MartinZeme 3 года назад

He literally has a team of people doing all the work! Also Project Binky guys would like to have a word about most interesting vehicle build.

@QueenDaenerysTargaryen 3 года назад

Yes

@mathstar4176 2 года назад

Well done Louis, now for old Hippie artist to collaborate with 21est century Scientific inventor. Now for the psychedelic designs on the VW Camper.

@xroadventure9348 3 года назад

wow incredible. we were just talking about rebuilding old vans with newer electric engines! that is so so cool WOW. So proud of all you’ve accomplished with all your builds, you should be so proud of what you’ve accomplished. keep going! we’re new to vanlife youtube community and cannot wait to make inspiring videos like these to drive people to live their dreams and be free. thanks for this video and can’t wait for the next one! any feedback and/or support you can give to us would be greatly appreciated!

@teamhumble 3 года назад

also running silent means making vlogs is gonna be a trip too, inside and out (on the roof!) looking forward to seeing the rest of this unfold.

@thedruekefamilyadventures8890 3 года назад

This is so cool!! You are living the life! I am feeling inspired!

@wisco 3 года назад

0:06 was the most terrifying clip I have witnessed all week. Pretty sure Louis just saw his life flash before him.

@Rio_Lillebekk 3 года назад

This made my day !!! Thanks a lot Louis for this great idea !!! i will convert my dream VW in an electric one !!! all the best from Vienna !

@TomKenyon1878 3 года назад

Awesome Louis!!!! Only 20 seconds in and already excited for this

@TheEggelton 3 года назад

I am 6 seconds in and all I can say is "holy shttt, you are lucky that sheet metal didn't kickback through your sternum".

@botworks6288 3 года назад

Daniel Day Lewis is a true chameleon. Here, he de-aged himself 25 years and grew dreadlocks. Magnificent.

@ajpaquette 3 года назад

Haha

@kyland 3 года назад

Wow!! So much passion and love and dedication into this project! Your curiousity is inspiring! I can't wait to see more!

@harryhamilton1465 Год назад

Re-watching this now while waiting for the next episode of the trip across US

@DapFrIeNd. Год назад

Same here

@243SendIt 2 года назад

I love this idea of taken these classic or old cars and turning them into electrics it breathes them new lives and make them more eco-friendly

@LizzKillian 3 года назад

I bought a Volt back in February definitely the best car decision I have ever made. Next car will be fully electric, this it was a really good and affordable way to dip my toes in the electric car world. I live in a big city so I never use fuel unless I go on a road trip (which doesn’t happen much with covid right now.)

@gadgetsage Год назад

Before doing that you should probably watch some videos I'd recommend the first one "why every 5th electric car owner goes back to gas"

@ollie2052000 3 года назад

Just imagine your carbon footprint if you travel the world for 6 years. Staggering.

@lilwayne9392 3 года назад

just imagine your carbon footprint if you are the chinese communist party using dusty inefficient industrial manufacturing and child/forced labour

@JordanPike 3 года назад

I am so absolutely excited for this series. The world needs more people like Louis! Can't wait to have an electric car myself and not have to burn any more fossil fuels for regular vehicle travel. Thank you for sharing this adventure Louis and investing in electric! Yew!

@Rotoped64 3 года назад

The intro is hilarious! So you travelled around the world for several years and the you started to take care of environment? Better later than never, but it's like eat whole cake and then start to talk about the diet...

@lianessyes7238 3 года назад

Jehu is a total legend! So lucky for you to have connected with him and receive his guidance. You are building my dream camper van. Have fun Louis. Nice one.

@Maximillieeee 3 года назад

Soooo glad you are telling this story, thanks 🙏🏼

@mathstar4176 2 года назад

What would be an interesting sequel to feature your Classic VW Camper would be to get an artist to decorate it with Woodstock style Hippie designs.😎😁♥️🎵🎶🎶🎶🎸🎸🎸🥁🥁🥁🥁

@KombiLife 3 года назад

NICE ONE LOUIS! Great episode! I will tell my subs to come check it out!

@Louis 3 года назад

thanks bro! appreciate it! ✌🏼next time you're in California I'll have to take you for a ride!

@tomsummers1137 3 года назад

Did you catch me at minute 4, Alaska’s Dad?

@paxwallacejazz 3 года назад

@@Louis I'm one of Kombi Life subs but my normal feed sent me here. I wish I were in a position to follow in your footsteps$! but I'm a hand to mouth street musician living in a caravan in Copenhagen dk American expat jazz pianist composer any $ I generate goes to basic living expenses because as an American I can't take advantage of the wonderful Danish safety net but will sub bro.☯️✌

@krewcialofficial Год назад

I remember Jehu Garcia from when he made 35m adapters for cameras! Bought a few of those from him way back. Good to see him again.

@jakobisio467 3 года назад

Following your journey for years with a few breaks but stuff like this makes you one of the greatest creators on yt. No way I could scroll past that 🚀🚀

@LiveTheDash 3 года назад

best vid you have made in AGES!! cant wait too follow this build and glad to have you back bro. the YT OG is back!

@gabrielalexander8836 2 года назад

Lmao, first the bump then the door swinging open.. love it😆

@WilliamLeonard 3 года назад

The part where the door of the bus opened and you kept driving like nothing had happened was so funny! 😂

@SweetnSourqt3 3 года назад

This is so cool! Looking forward to the rest of this series (and the end result)! ✨

@thormaster06 3 года назад

Electric cars are the future, but as long as almost 50% of Californias electricity comes from fosil fuels electric cars aren't that much cleaner than fosil fuel cars. Nevertheless, very excited you gave this VW van a new life!!

@KartsAgainstHumanity 2 года назад

Electric is absolutely not the future, the best option is clearly hydrogen but governments refuse to listen to this

@KartsAgainstHumanity 2 года назад

@jonnysrevenge That works for you, most of us don't live in a desert though.

@sharonbraselton3135 2 года назад

Wrong

@johnnoyobbo8618 Год назад

Hydrogen powered cars are the future

@fajwolbert Год назад

Electricity from fossil fuels has a better efficiency then fossil cars…

@kaydesign 3 года назад

I had the same ‘highttop’ T2 bus traveled also true Europe, but never had a issue. You can drive vintage with just good maintenance and driving careful. That said, going electric is awesome, love this project!

@luvyou-baby 3 года назад

This is super interesting! Looking forward to these video series

@torbengilbert2995 3 года назад

I loved the video so much. I watched the full ads. Dude you build my dream bus!!! I bought a 2015 E-golf and love my EV.

@julianweisse5854 3 года назад

Sweet! Dreaming of doing this to my bay window since 5 years... It’s just so crazy expensive. But I think it’s time now.

@zooblestyx 2 года назад

This gentleman is the LookMumNoComputer of cars.

@YoutuberJeremy 3 года назад

Awesome to see you having fun still! keep it rad louis

@SedonaChristina 3 года назад

This was so cool to watch! So exciting! Congrats on the new adventure!

@sandyc6569 3 года назад

Very excited on following this Van transformation!!!!!! 😊👍

@4Simmix4 3 года назад

it finally started! :) can't wait for more

@bearpits 3 года назад

so excited for this. VW Bus era was my favorite time of the vlog. Glad to see it Louis !!

@DrejcD 3 года назад

BOOM! CONTENT! Yes, yes, yes! 🥰

@MajesticG0rilla 3 года назад

you are awesome. This was a great video to watch!

@kazardomain 3 года назад

when you mentioned Jehu Garcia I was like...this is going to be interesting..I love his works.electric car movement.make earth healthy...This is the way.

@blizteredthumbs7911 3 года назад

I’m glad you’re showing all the bad bits as well as the good bits.. makes it more realistic 🤘🤪

@Whereisshellymiscavige 2 года назад

So glad I came across this video!

@tracezachdaniels4264 3 года назад

SO SHWEEEETTT...much love Tee with LIONS NAMED LEO.[the music worldwide} aaaahhhyeah.....GREAT VIDEO...GREAT JOB

@xoandgabbs75 3 года назад

wow this is awesome! cheers for sharing!

@michaelbetancourt9699 3 года назад

Puerto Rico in the house 🇵🇷

@therhino5831 3 года назад

Love how your back I’m going to watch all your videos from this one I need to catch up love the work excited to see the progress love you Louise

@JasonWh 3 года назад

Sustainability is awesome and an incredible goal! What people do need to understand, however, is it costs more fossil fuels to make a kilowatt of electricity for this van than it does to run it on gasoline even if it gets 5 MPG. Not that it's not a good goal, we all need to understand it's NOT fossil fuel-free just because it comes from an electric power source.

@yeknommonkey 3 года назад

Sees title, ooh I'm gonna do that, 30 seconds in, oh no im not.... Amazing work.

@KristenandSam 3 года назад

Such a cool build! Cannot wait to watch more!

@matthiastrabandt3984 3 года назад

Dude that's amazing! Great work. I am just thinking about an electric Trabant 601🤔

@DrejcD 3 года назад

Uuuuuu, that would be awesome. 🤘

@moltro3152 3 года назад

Electric cardboard box 📦?

@christosbinos8467 3 года назад

"here's how I did it with no experience" *Pays a team of experts to work on it* Still a fun video

@chillappreciator885 3 года назад

Yep, that's how you do it with no experience

@martinis801 3 года назад

You can see from the very first second of the video that this "hippie" has more money than anyone around here. (Probably his parents)

@retro9194 3 года назад

I own a classic VW... You people drag the good vintage VW thru the mud.

@jodyeymer5132 2 года назад

You should put solar panels on top of your vw bus, that way you could go farther down the road on a charge.

@brunotartari675 3 года назад

In Brazil you can buy vw parts at the grocery store. No matter how small a town is, there's someone who can rebuild this engine in 3 days using only hand tools. Definitely not expensive to maintain a wv van here.

@brunotartari675 3 года назад

There's probably over one million vw beetles and vans cruising every day.

@gadgetsage Год назад

Huh wow

@ronaldchan9150 3 года назад

Shouldn't be CHEAP but should be exciting, interesting and cooooool ! 😘👍💪

@pharmacistv 3 года назад

Genius and sustainable, whats not to like? Great job 👏 👍

@pharmacistv 3 года назад

@@pauleric8799 thats so interesting, do you have a source for that calculation? Sustainable energy is definitely the way to go, I think people are becoming more carbon conscious too.

@hugopires2158 3 года назад

@@pauleric8799 It really depends on how much you drive and how long you keep the car for, but in most cases the electric one pollutes much less. No doubt that the production of an electric car is more carbon intensive but considering that each time you drive a gas car it pollutes much more than the production of electricity needed for an electric one, several studies have shown that after some time they are equivalent and after that point the electric one becomes much more sustainable

@russellscott1151 2 года назад

So cool. I’m going to have to watch the rest of the build now :)

@QueenDaenerysTargaryen 3 года назад

Next episode: make Tesla powered flying saucer°👍💥

@justvish 3 года назад

Hey Grandpa!(of Vlogging) I watched the full video without scrubbing. Nice to you see you back with this banger. Love it! Can't bliv it's gonna be 2021 in I'm still watching FunForLouis.

@Ma6ik 3 года назад

Ahhh i remember the boom bus!! the hiphop days man

@oviduran 3 года назад

I have seen Jehu in another video and he is a legend. Wepa Boricua!

@cum_moisturiser1847 3 года назад

he looks exactly like i’d imagine someone who owns a westfalia looks

@coffeyvideoproductions7767 3 года назад

It will be an improvement especially at low speeds. Much of the noise from vehicles at speed comes from the tires contact with the road.

@chalocolina3554 3 года назад

He really needs to clip that nasty mess off his head. I can smell it from here.

@cwharton 3 года назад

This is very exciting. Can't wait to see the next upload

@bobeden5027 3 года назад

I toured Australia 8 times over 10 years as a folksinger and my kombi only failed once and that was my fault, 1800 cc twin carby went like a rocket!

@ElevationEveryWeekend 3 года назад

This is awesome! Have always wanted to get a mold Beetle and do something similar. Following! Would love to see an itemized break down of costs!

@josh3570 3 года назад

It’s nice to watch one of your vids again!

@dougmoore5209 2 года назад

Excellent, back in the day I had a 1963 1500cc VW Van. Loved it too, until the reality of keeping it on the road was just too much. I wish I had it now to convert it. Loved the video.

@Roguescienceguy 2 года назад

Imagine the surprise when Jehu turns up at EV-west with a Bri'ish pothead😂.

@stripeyhorse 3 года назад

man Jahu is the electric MAN.

@biasvita 3 года назад

So cool Louis! Congrats!

@Max.J944 3 года назад

Cannot wait to see what the van looks like when its done! Love your videos Louis, keep it up 👍🏼-- Live The Adventure 😝

@anthonycoffey9412 3 года назад

I agree that EV is the future but until they can make the battery packs without destroying the environment I'll stick to diesel. Looking into converting to biodiesel hopefully soon.

@sharonbraselton3135 2 года назад

Bio degeaab bateries

@milododds1 3 года назад

Yes!! A classic electric VW Bus. Now we're talking. If you're going to spend this much, might as go with a 1967 with the micro windows. Btw Louis, I sent you an email about checking out my digital music, hopefully you might be able to use some of it in your future videos.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels 3 года назад

Really enjoyed watching this. Thanks!

@VWLifeVW 3 года назад

we are excited to watch your journey! can't wait to see it on the road again! Can we send you some VW Life stickers?

@stevesrover 3 года назад

Really interested in this. When battery capacities increase and the internal combustion engine is no more, my car will be getting restored and an electric engine fitted. No point having a V8 if you can’t fuel it!

@transportevolved 3 года назад

So proud of you Louis!

@artavenue4286 3 года назад

You are nuts and I love you , man !

@paulbacon517 3 года назад

"Oh! Your door is open" hope he had his lap belt on lol

@andrewoccleshaw359 3 года назад

I would love to change my 2018 promaster to electric in the future. So I'm keeping my eyes open to these type of projects. Good luck to you.

@PincheALsGarage 3 года назад

i am currently doing a Diesel Engine in my 71 VW BUS. Tons of Torque and 40 to 50 MPG. Doing the electric swap is an amazing idea but for going on real road trips it will never work great for real world road tripping. I wish you tons of luck and goes well.