#1 DIY Van Build Mistake to Avoid
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ย. 2024
- In this video we talk about the most common mistake we see DIY van builders make.
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Glad that you posted the Build Sequence Spreadsheet! Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Great content as always. Really enjoyed reading your build materials list but was surprised by your low cost sidesteps. However, I spent 3X as much and am not thrilled with mine. Also, check out the Rheem Performance 2.5 gallon water heater as a better alternative. Similar to the Bosch but with a low point drain and you can swap out for other heating elements.
Thank you for the link to the spreadsheet! 👍
Thanks for your videos. Good tips and tricks.
Glad you like them!
Thanks for all the data. I appreciate it.
So when you say wait for the floor do you still put in the insulation and the subfloor under everything but wait on the floor that you see until the end? Thanks for all the great content!
Yes. That’s correct.
Thank you for all the information! Much much appreciated ❤
Glad it was helpful!
I have the biggest problem for DIY builders is knowing what exactly you want and being able to plan for it. The only realistic option I see is to try things out without spending too much money on it, and then rebuild in a few years when you have an idea of what your needs are exactly
thank you for the spreadsheet!!
You're so welcome!
I would love to hear more about how you do your floors. If they're floating are they secured down on one side but not others? Or do you tuck them under some of the secured cabinets? Since a van moves a lot more than a house I assume there must be something that's keeping the floor from completely coming up in an accident?
We have aluminum floor trim on the front, rear, and at the sliding door. The LVP flooring is secured to the subfloor at these points.
Thanks! Makes sense. I'd love to see a video showing more details as well as why you like LVP over sheet vinyl (like Lonseal). Great content!
@@OurThrivingLife I'm also curious which brand LVP you use? Thanks again for the great content. I hadn't thought a floating floor was practical in a van, but now that I realize there are ways to secure it on 2-3 sides and let it float on the other, it makes a lot of sense.
I’m wanting to hire someone to build out a Brightdrop Zevo 600 . Does that sound like something you’d be interested in?
Great content! Thanks mate!
My pleasure!
Thank you for this video, very handy for my next van build.
Could I please ask what is the thickness of your plywood on the panels of your walls, is it 3mm/6mm/9mm?
Thanks in advance.
Which panels are you referring to?
@@OurThrivingLife thank you for your reply, date time stamp 11:22, the larger panel below his fingers, vearing right.
Links to van build sequence and materials list is in description.
How do you attach your furring strips?
Loctite marine adhesive and stainless steel screws.
What type of wood do you use for the furring strips?
5/8” Baltic Birch.
Do you have a place to at least donate for your work you have done? Like faroutride I spent 85 for their build plans when their website alone is worth it.
Thank you for your desire to support our channel. We are now offering our van build sequence template for sale. tinyurl.com/3ry8vne7
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