HUGE PROGRESS! Over Arch Water Tank INSTALL! OFF GRID DIY VAN CONVERSION

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Hi all thanks for watching the video and joining us on this epic adventure, in this video I install our over arch Wyedale 100 Litre over arch water tank. I really wanted to make sure it was secure and safe because when full it weighs a lot and could be dangerous during a crash so I spent a lot of time making sure it was securely bolted to the structure of the van.
Also forgot to mention this in the video but we opted for an internal water tank so we are fully winterised and ready for some big winter trips to cold climates!

In this video we continue with the VW Crafter Adventure van build, focusing on the installation of a 100-liter Wydale water tank. Despite the rainy British summer, I press on with the project. I details the process of fitting the water tank, including installing rivnuts, securing brackets, and handling some unexpected challenges with the tank's placement and weight.

I also provides updates on other aspects of the build, such as suede-lining bed pieces and wheel arches, and preparing for the final fit of the water tank. I discuss the method for insulating and lining the panel behind the tank, and the final touches on the installation. The video showcases the practical steps of van conversion while adding a personal touch with the family's involvement.

Tools I'm using:
Connecting Brackets - https://amzn.to/4cXo3YI
Palm Router - https://amzn.to/4g1QrvU
Router Bits - https://amzn.to/3AFopGg
Hole Saw - https://amzn.to/3MiDnUX
Rivnuts m6 - https://amzn.to/4cDYZpQ
Hex Rivnuts m6 - https://amzn.to/4cHZ8bH
M6 Bolts - https://amzn.to/46YGpra
Rivnut Gun - https://amzn.to/3AESmpV
Fine Circular Saw Blade - https://amzn.to/3zc5EcS
Jig Saw - https://amzn.to/4e0o7bc
Fine Jig Saw Blades - https://amzn.to/47fMlft


0:00 Intro
0:50 Skip the intro/build update
1:59 Plan for fitting
2:52 How to Install some Rivnuts
5:07 Fitting the brackets for the Wydale water tank
7:16 How to template and make ply lining panel
11:35 How to suede line a ply panel
12:53 The Final Fitting and Installation of the Water Tank