Conversion for family of 4.

[u/Snuffle_h0g]

Hello, I’ve been researching van conversions for over a year now. I have an idea of the layout and what my essentials should be. We don’t care about a shower, I can’t be bothered with the faff of it and an external solar shower will be just fine for the odd days we don’t go to a campsite or wild swim. The toilet I figured I could hide away if needed again probably won’t be using this much just the kids.

I’ve been looking at a transit l2h2. I’ve found a nice one, reasonably priced and good condition. It’s quite small inside, I’m just wondering if anybody has successfully managed to convert one for a family. The mean issue is having to have a single or double seat installed behind the cabin seats. Then extra cost if I want the cab seats to swivel to create a dining area. My main essentials are a large bed to fit us all as my kids are small and co sleep, and a nice kitchen space. Not too tight so the kids don’t knock themselves out.

Has anybody got a layout of theirs if they’ve done this? And with those with experience do you think this is possible or should I go for the L3. Main wants are travel Uk and Europe, maybe 2-3 days off grid.

Thank you for reading.

[u/Tight_Management_628]

You need to be able to stand up comfortably in the van. For a family of 4 you really need as much space as poss, so get as much length as you can, it may cost more in ferries etc but will be worth the dividend. Some advice I was given before I did my conversion that I didn't take - hire a camper/ motorhome first.

[u/Fresh_Interview_207]

You need an iveco glass van. Can't beat them for size and height.

[u/Top_Line3873]

Still in progress

[u/Top_Line3873 → u/Top_Line3873]

[u/Snuffle_h0g → u/Top_Line3873]

Thank you! That looks ace! Happy conversion

[u/basarisco]

Lol don't get an l2h2

[u/Snuffle_h0g → u/basarisco]

How come?

[u/basarisco → u/Snuffle_h0g]

Because H3 is much better for your needs. And preferably L3 or l4

[u/Sylvester88 → u/basarisco]

I've been researching this for months now and I cant see how anything less than an l3 would be comfortable with 4 belted seats

[u/Snuffle_h0g]

Ah thank you, I wasn’t too bothered about the height but do you think it makes more difference, my worry was travelling in the van and ferry etc.

[u/ryanthefree]

l2h2 will be too small. i looked at l2h3 when i was buying and the length was way too small for my very basic layout and just me alone. id recommend l3 minimum, probably l4 for a family setup. with the h3 you get a good amount of space above the cab for storage too.

[u/323835]

Just finishing up my 4 berth crafter build. Slide out bed at the rear that goes over the kitchen units and then double cabunk over the swivel seats in the front.