Mel's Big Van Small World.

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Welcome to Mel’s Big Van Small World — formerly Known as Mels Van Life . Home for DIY campervan builds, and the honest truth about building and living in your own self built campervan. Join me as I convert my Mercedes Vario into a full-time off-grid camper van, tackling every DIY job myself — from insulation and electrics to water systems and woodwork. No fancy workshop, no sponsors pulling the strings. If you’re into: Self-build camper vans Camper Van conversion tutorials Van life vlogs Off-grid living Campervan Conversions - building, and DIY upgrades van life reality. Weekly videos include: Van build timelapses & tutorials DIY electrics, insulation, and interior builds And Honest van life updates channels i watch for inspiration CheapRVliving max and occy living the van life Christian Schaffer van city van life greg vergoe nate murphy Kombi Life

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This Fuel Pump Killed My Diesel Heater (Here's What To Do)

This Fuel Pump Killed My Diesel Heater (Here's What To Do) Mel's Big Van Small World.

4K views - 22 hours ago

How To Bluetti Charger 2 Installation | Smart Alternator

How To Bluetti Charger 2 Installation | Smart Alternator Mel's Big Van Small World.

6.2K views - 1 week ago

Full Off-Grid Tiny Home Tour — Win It For A Fiver!

Full Off-Grid Tiny Home Tour — Win It For A Fiver! Mel's Big Van Small World.

4.2K views - 2 weeks ago

She Hated the Van Until This Upgrade

She Hated the Van Until This Upgrade Mel's Big Van Small World.

8.5K views - 3 weeks ago

£2500 Fine DVLA Battle Ended With Me Raffling Off My Camper Van

£2500 Fine DVLA Battle Ended With Me Raffling Off My Camper Van Mel's Big Van Small World.

10.1K views - 4 weeks ago

The Best Water Filter system for a camper - iSpring RO5004F

The Best Water Filter system for a camper - iSpring RO5004F Mel's Big Van Small World.

5.7K views - 1 month ago

I Simplified My Camper Van Electrics… And Wish I Did It Sooner - Bluetti Elite 300

I Simplified My Camper Van Electrics… And Wish I Did It Sooner - Bluetti Elite 300 Mel's Big Van Small World.

12.4K views - 1 month ago

The Truth About living in a van Saying Goodbye to My Sprinter Van

The Truth About living in a van Saying Goodbye to My Sprinter Van Mel's Big Van Small World.

6.6K views - 1 month ago

New Van, Bittersweet Goodbye | What Happens to Proud Mary?

New Van, Bittersweet Goodbye | What Happens to Proud Mary? Mel's Big Van Small World.

10.1K views - 1 month ago

I SHOT My Solar Panel with Exploding Pellets! Did It Survive? Testing BougeRV CIGS Technology

I SHOT My Solar Panel with Exploding Pellets! Did It Survive? Testing BougeRV CIGS Technology Mel's Big Van Small World.

5.3K views - 1 month ago

My Workshop Nightmare is OVER Fixed Rain problems Better Lighting, Better Filming

My Workshop Nightmare is OVER Fixed Rain problems Better Lighting, Better Filming Mel's Big Van Small World.

10.3K views - 1 month ago

I Removed My Overhead Screen… ATOTO P10 Pro Works Much Better - Mercedes Vario Campervan

I Removed My Overhead Screen… ATOTO P10 Pro Works Much Better - Mercedes Vario Campervan Mel's Big Van Small World.

8.8K views - 1 month ago

The Stupid Ford Transit Design Flaw That Left Me Stranded

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The Stupid Ford Transit Design Flaw That Left Me Stranded Mel's Big Van Small World. and Sacred Traveller

9K views - 1 month ago

I Got a £2,500 Fine Threat — And It Exposed a Bigger Problem With UK Campervan Regulations

I Got a £2,500 Fine Threat — And It Exposed a Bigger Problem With UK Campervan Regulations Mel's Big Van Small World.

190.7K views - 3 months ago

(BIG MISTAKE) I try to replace a FAKE lagun swivel table leg with an even cheaper version

(BIG MISTAKE) I try to replace a FAKE lagun swivel table leg with an even cheaper version Mel's Big Van Small World.

6K views - 3 months ago

Never Get Stranded Again: The "World First" Every Campervan Needs: Bluetti Charger 2

Never Get Stranded Again: The "World First" Every Campervan Needs: Bluetti Charger 2 Mel's Big Van Small World.

15.2K views - 3 months ago

Campervan Safety Fail: Why I Can't Fix My Vario Build

Campervan Safety Fail: Why I Can't Fix My Vario Build Mel's Big Van Small World.

7.8K views - 3 months ago

Campervan Bed upgrade that every camper should have

Campervan Bed upgrade that every camper should have Mel's Big Van Small World.

7.9K views - 3 months ago

I Transformed My Camper Van Mini Kitchen for Only £18! Great Campervan kitchen idea

I Transformed My Camper Van Mini Kitchen for Only £18! Great Campervan kitchen idea Mel's Big Van Small World.

6K views - 3 months ago

Campervan Mini Kitchen Makeover – Finishing the Worktop great Idea (But Nothing Goes to Plan)

Campervan Mini Kitchen Makeover – Finishing the Worktop great Idea (But Nothing Goes to Plan) Mel's Big Van Small World.

4.7K views - 3 months ago

Transformation Halted – Why This Campervan Mini kitchen idea Build Got Interrupted

Transformation Halted – Why This Campervan Mini kitchen idea Build Got Interrupted Mel's Big Van Small World.

4.7K views - 4 months ago

Campervan Mini Kitchen Mistake – Here's How I Fixed It with an Idea

Campervan Mini Kitchen Mistake – Here's How I Fixed It with an Idea Mel's Big Van Small World.

5.2K views - 4 months ago

I Built My Dream Mini Kitchen Wrong – Here's How I'm Fixing It

I Built My Dream Mini Kitchen Wrong – Here's How I'm Fixing It Mel's Big Van Small World.

4.6K views - 4 months ago

I Built My Dream Van But Made One Big Mistake Campervan Mini kitchen idea

I Built My Dream Van But Made One Big Mistake Campervan Mini kitchen idea Mel's Big Van Small World.

6.5K views - 4 months ago

I Installed a Window in the WORST Possible Place

I Installed a Window in the WORST Possible Place Mel's Big Van Small World.

7.4K views - 4 months ago

I Wasted ££’s on STARLINK CAMPER VAN UPGRADE So You Don't Have To

I Wasted ££’s on STARLINK CAMPER VAN UPGRADE So You Don't Have To Mel's Big Van Small World.

8.7K views - 4 months ago

I Cut Into My Van to Build a Hidden Wardrobe

I Cut Into My Van to Build a Hidden Wardrobe Mel's Big Van Small World.

4.6K views - 4 months ago

The TRUTH About Bluetti in a Camper Van | Q&A + Giveaway

The TRUTH About Bluetti in a Camper Van | Q&A + Giveaway Mel's Big Van Small World.

7.7K views - 4 months ago

I Had No Idea How to Solve This… Luckily Becky Did!

I Had No Idea How to Solve This… Luckily Becky Did! Mel's Big Van Small World.

6.2K views - 4 months ago

Can This Power Station Survive My Tests? | AFERIY P280 Test & Review

Can This Power Station Survive My Tests? | AFERIY P280 Test & Review Mel's Big Van Small World.

8.1K views - 4 months ago

Trying to Fool the DVLA… With Campervan Stickers?! 😂

Trying to Fool the DVLA… With Campervan Stickers?! 😂 Mel's Big Van Small World.

13.2K views - 5 months ago

Smart Way to Power Van Life | Bluetti Apex 300 + B500 Expansion Battery

Smart Way to Power Van Life | Bluetti Apex 300 + B500 Expansion Battery Mel's Big Van Small World.

61.1K views - 5 months ago

Hot Water Gone Wrong! Fixing My Mercedes Vario Plumbing Mistake

Hot Water Gone Wrong! Fixing My Mercedes Vario Plumbing Mistake Mel's Big Van Small World.

5.9K views - 5 months ago

“You Won’t Believe What £20 Did to My Camper Van Interior!”

“You Won’t Believe What £20 Did to My Camper Van Interior!” Mel's Big Van Small World.

11.4K views - 5 months ago

My Big Van Life Mistake… and the Simple Fix I Missed!

My Big Van Life Mistake… and the Simple Fix I Missed! Mel's Big Van Small World.

7.4K views - 5 months ago

Should I Sell My Sprinter Camper? Or Raffle It to a Lucky Subscriber?

Should I Sell My Sprinter Camper? Or Raffle It to a Lucky Subscriber? Mel's Big Van Small World.

5.6K views - 5 months ago

From Canada to Scotland in a Camper Van! Touring Katie & Dan’s Adventure Van

From Canada to Scotland in a Camper Van! Touring Katie & Dan’s Adventure Van Mel's Big Van Small World.

3.4K views - 5 months ago

Why I’ll Never Use Red Diesel in My Camper Again (It Cost Me 4 New Pumps!)

Why I’ll Never Use Red Diesel in My Camper Again (It Cost Me 4 New Pumps!) Mel's Big Van Small World.

11.3K views - 6 months ago

World’s First Sodium-Ion Portable Power Station! | Bluetti Pioneer Na ( Sodium )

World’s First Sodium-Ion Portable Power Station! | Bluetti Pioneer Na ( Sodium ) Mel's Big Van Small World.

6.4K views - 6 months ago

The Real Cost!! Camper Van Reality Check After Scottish Adventure.

The Real Cost!! Camper Van Reality Check After Scottish Adventure. Mel's Big Van Small World.

10.3K views - 6 months ago

“We Nearly Got Stranded on Cramond Island! | Van Life Scotland Finale”

“We Nearly Got Stranded on Cramond Island! | Van Life Scotland Finale” Mel's Big Van Small World.

5.1K views - 6 months ago

Searching for the Loch Ness Monster… Turns Out He Was in Our Van!”

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Searching for the Loch Ness Monster… Turns Out He Was in Our Van!” Mel's Big Van Small World. and Sacred Traveller

4.1K views - 6 months ago

“I Built This E-Bike… Then Gave It Away | Eleglide M2 Review”

“I Built This E-Bike… Then Gave It Away | Eleglide M2 Review” Mel's Big Van Small World.

3K views - 6 months ago

We Almost Missed the Most Incredible Find on Skye

We Almost Missed the Most Incredible Find on Skye Mel's Big Van Small World.

6.3K views - 6 months ago

Van Life Scotland: Funny Ferry Moments & Chasing Hidden Waterfalls on Skye

Van Life Scotland: Funny Ferry Moments & Chasing Hidden Waterfalls on Skye Mel's Big Van Small World.

4.5K views - 6 months ago

Van Life Scotland: I Found GOLD on Our First Parkup!

Van Life Scotland: I Found GOLD on Our First Parkup! Mel's Big Van Small World.

6.9K views - 6 months ago

Unexpected Trouble on Our Van Camping Road Trip! The Airstream guy comes to the rescue

Unexpected Trouble on Our Van Camping Road Trip! The Airstream guy comes to the rescue Mel's Big Van Small World.

9.1K views - 7 months ago

Van Camping Reality: First Trip Ends in DIY Repairs!”

Van Camping Reality: First Trip Ends in DIY Repairs!” Mel's Big Van Small World.

9.1K views - 7 months ago

First Drive After 2 Years… And My Camper Nearly Went Up in Flames!”

First Drive After 2 Years… And My Camper Nearly Went Up in Flames!” Mel's Big Van Small World.

9.3K views - 7 months ago

One Simple Job Turned Into Complete Chaos | Van Life Reality

One Simple Job Turned Into Complete Chaos | Van Life Reality Mel's Big Van Small World.

8.4K views - 7 months ago

I Plugged EVERYTHING Into the Aferiy P210… Will It Survive?

I Plugged EVERYTHING Into the Aferiy P210… Will It Survive? Mel's Big Van Small World.

15.6K views - 7 months ago

I Found a Mystery Button in My Van… But Did I Just Trap Myself in the Barn?

I Found a Mystery Button in My Van… But Did I Just Trap Myself in the Barn? Mel's Big Van Small World.

10.5K views - 7 months ago

“Can This Tiny Bluetti Power Breakfast in a Camper Van?” Small but Mighty! Bluetti Elite 30 V2

“Can This Tiny Bluetti Power Breakfast in a Camper Van?” Small but Mighty! Bluetti Elite 30 V2 Mel's Big Van Small World.

7.7K views - 8 months ago

Van Life Hack: How I Built the Ultimate Stealth Van Bed

Van Life Hack: How I Built the Ultimate Stealth Van Bed Mel's Big Van Small World.

8.1K views - 8 months ago

I Messed Up BAD… But This Camper Step Might Save the Day!

I Messed Up BAD… But This Camper Step Might Save the Day! Mel's Big Van Small World.

7.6K views - 8 months ago

I Tried to Work on My Van… But Becky Had Other Plans! 😅

I Tried to Work on My Van… But Becky Had Other Plans! 😅 Mel's Big Van Small World.

8.3K views - 8 months ago

Putting the Vario Back Together… But Nothing Goes to Plan! | Van Life Build Chaos

Putting the Vario Back Together… But Nothing Goes to Plan! | Van Life Build Chaos Mel's Big Van Small World.

5.6K views - 8 months ago

I Put a Boat Floor in My Camper Van and Everyone Hates It!

I Put a Boat Floor in My Camper Van and Everyone Hates It! Mel's Big Van Small World.

9.8K views - 9 months ago

“Anyone Can Do This! Installing ATOTO X10 in My 20-Year-Old Camper Van!

“Anyone Can Do This! Installing ATOTO X10 in My 20-Year-Old Camper Van! Mel's Big Van Small World.

8.1K views - 9 months ago

Bluetti Apex 300 How to install it in your van — step-by-step and no technical jargon

Bluetti Apex 300 How to install it in your van — step-by-step and no technical jargon Mel's Big Van Small World.

44.6K views - 9 months ago