Been researching about how to make these all evening and every other video didn’t make sense then I found this one. Brilliantly explained and well built. Thank you!!
Hi! Thanks a lot for this video! We’re building your design in our van and from your video it seems like the two hinges are the only thing supporting the back of the sofa slats. Is this correct? I’m worried that won’t support the weight of multiple people! Have you had any issues? Thank you!
Hi, no problem glad you like the video 😊 it’s been a while since I built this but never had any issues with the strength. Just use good quality hinges and it will be strong enough :)
Hi, Mark here from Australia 🇦🇺 . I have a 1996 Ford Transit 2.5L turbo diesel motorhome and have been following your videos and I'm wondering if you have heard about adding 2 stroke (low ash mineral) oil at the ratio of 250 ml to 60 ltrs of diesel to the tank ? Apparently it gives better fuel economy as it lubricates the upper half of the motor. What fuel tank additive would you recommend or use. Diesel isn't cheap in 🇦🇺 either considering it's a by product of making petrol. 😭 Thanks for your videos. 👍👌
I have heard that mineral 2stroke oil is good for the mechanical fuel pump as it helps lubricate it and makes the engine run smoother/ quieter. Modern diesel is full of additives and doesn’t have the lubricating properties it used to. I use Redex every now and then to give the fuel system a clean but I can’t really notice much difference if I’m honest. It’s a complete rip off here too! That’s for sure. Thanks for watching 😊
Beautiful bed design and so well explained, I'm upgrading mine atm, could I please ask, how do the slide out slats stop, I noticed you don't have a slider underneath the slats that slide out, if I did that they'll slide out fully and no longer be part of the bed, I can't see what you used to stop them, very cool design and extremely well made and explained
Fab stuff ! Maybe install some cupboard ( and underbed) slimline air vents ?(a) for satisfying the diesel warm air intake (b) to reduce any mould forming in cupbards. Most of our caravan cabinetry (even around the mattress contact points with the walls) has small air spaces to achieve this ! Thought about ducting (via a TEE) the warm heated air into your "wetroom" and behind the bed by the draughty rear doors ? I hope your channel gets the growth it deserves. You only get out what you put in !
Hi I have the same model Van as yourself could you do a Video on replacing the odometer or the steps we need to check if the odometer has stopped. Thanks 😀
Also, if you find that the diesel heater fuel pump becomes too noisy, as in the knocking sound reverberating too much thru your van , especially at night, try suspending it with a cable tie or two so that it doesn't make contact with anything. Makes a big difference in a night's sleep. 👍
The battern on the back, to lift up the top of the bed, what is that part exactly? Where can I buy it?? Like I understand everything but I would like to know which parts you use… please
Hi, the batten across the back was from some scrap wood I had laying around. The front frame and slats are from an old futon and the end panel is 8mm plywood. Perhaps you could use a 3x2 from your local timber merchant instead for the batten on the back.
Hi Olly fantastic video as usual great idea for the bed. The van is really taking shape now bet you can't wait to get away.. Thanks for the demo and talk on the laser cutter.. Would you be interested in selling me one of the transit logo plates? Lindsay
Thanks Lindsay, I cannot wait to get away now! Not much left to do now so won’t be long 😆 Unfortunately I can’t make the control panels to sell due to the copyright of the Ford logo and I don’t have much spare time at the moment. I will let you know if I make a similar unbranded version 😊
I thought I had my plan down on what to do about my sleeping area in the front of my RV until I saw your video!! I like your idea so much and it would provide more storage room since I’ve got to change up the area anyhow. Thank you so much for posting this video. Very good explanations of what you were doing!!
Really excellent work it looks great, I've just been doing a bit of repair/maintenance to the slide out bed in my Autosleeper MH same principle design as yours but lighter materials so not as sturdy, an arm to hold it up when your putting stuff under it is must and a small led light very useful, keep up the good work👍
Nice build. Remember to have the diesel heater pump in 45° to prevent air-bubbles from getting stuck inside the pump och causing friction due to lack of lubricant from the diesel.
Been researching about how to make these all evening and every other video didn’t make sense then I found this one. Brilliantly explained and well built. Thank you!!
You’re welcome, really glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching
I sure he could have found a bigger chisel for those router corners😉
Super pull out bed, thx for showing
Quality job again 👊👊👊
Cheers Wayne 👍🏼👊🏼👊🏼
Always good! If you find out more about those seat adapters let us know. I've had no luck for my 2000 model.
Thank you! I was going to use a mk7 swivel seat base with an adapter plate I made a while back to fit the mk7 double seat in my mk5.
I find it easier to put the same radius on the plywood instead of chopping the corners , top work regardless .
Hi! Thanks a lot for this video! We’re building your design in our van and from your video it seems like the two hinges are the only thing supporting the back of the sofa slats. Is this correct? I’m worried that won’t support the weight of multiple people! Have you had any issues? Thank you!
Hi, no problem glad you like the video 😊 it’s been a while since I built this but never had any issues with the strength. Just use good quality hinges and it will be strong enough :)
Hi, Mark here from Australia 🇦🇺 . I have a 1996 Ford Transit 2.5L turbo diesel motorhome and have been following your videos and I'm wondering if you have heard about adding 2 stroke (low ash mineral) oil at the ratio of 250 ml to 60 ltrs of diesel to the tank ? Apparently it gives better fuel economy as it lubricates the upper half of the motor. What fuel tank additive would you recommend or use. Diesel isn't cheap in 🇦🇺 either considering it's a by product of making petrol. 😭 Thanks for your videos. 👍👌
I have heard that mineral 2stroke oil is good for the mechanical fuel pump as it helps lubricate it and makes the engine run smoother/ quieter. Modern diesel is full of additives and doesn’t have the lubricating properties it used to. I use Redex every now and then to give the fuel system a clean but I can’t really notice much difference if I’m honest. It’s a complete rip off here too! That’s for sure. Thanks for watching 😊
Beautiful bed design and so well explained, I'm upgrading mine atm, could I please ask, how do the slide out slats stop, I noticed you don't have a slider underneath the slats that slide out, if I did that they'll slide out fully and no longer be part of the bed, I can't see what you used to stop them, very cool design and extremely well made and explained
Fab stuff !
Maybe install some cupboard ( and underbed) slimline air vents ?(a) for satisfying the diesel warm air intake (b) to reduce any mould forming in cupbards.
Most of our caravan cabinetry (even around the mattress contact points with the walls) has small air spaces to achieve this !
Thought about ducting (via a TEE) the warm heated air into your "wetroom" and behind the bed by the draughty rear doors ?
I hope your channel gets the growth it deserves. You only get out what you put in !
Well Done..I'm gonna have a project on my van, so might do this..Thanks
Hi I have the same model Van as yourself could you do a Video on replacing the odometer or the steps we need to check if the odometer has stopped. Thanks 😀
Ok anyone who has a dog that cool is alright by me!
Haha thanks 🤩
Also, if you find that the diesel heater fuel pump becomes too noisy, as in the knocking sound reverberating too much thru your van , especially at night, try suspending it with a cable tie or two so that it doesn't make contact with anything. Makes a big difference in a night's sleep. 👍
Thanks for the recommendation, I may have to try this if it’s too loud 👍🏼
A great job what rooter bit did you use to make the little doors On the cab Thank you
Thanks mate, it’s a flush cut router bit. I have a link in the description 👍🏼
@@TurnersWorkshop97 cool 😎
FABULOUS BUILD! Down right genius. Thank you for sharing. 👍✌
Thank you! 😊 it’s my pleasure 👍🏼
The battern on the back, to lift up the top of the bed, what is that part exactly? Where can I buy it?? Like I understand everything but I would like to know which parts you use… please
Hi, the batten across the back was from some scrap wood I had laying around. The front frame and slats are from an old futon and the end panel is 8mm plywood. Perhaps you could use a 3x2 from your local timber merchant instead for the batten on the back.
Fabulous video! 👏👌
Hi Olly fantastic video as usual great idea for the bed. The van is really taking shape now bet you can't wait to get away.. Thanks for the demo and talk on the laser cutter.. Would you be interested in selling me one of the transit logo plates? Lindsay
Thanks Lindsay, I cannot wait to get away now! Not much left to do now so won’t be long 😆 Unfortunately I can’t make the control panels to sell due to the copyright of the Ford logo and I don’t have much spare time at the moment. I will let you know if I make a similar unbranded version 😊
I thought I had my plan down on what to do about my sleeping area in the front of my RV until I saw your video!! I like your idea so much and it would provide more storage room since I’ve got to change up the area anyhow. Thank you so much for posting this video. Very good explanations of what you were doing!!
Haha the plan always changes as you go! Thank you for your comment I’m really glad you find the videos useful 😊
Really excellent work it looks great, I've just been doing a bit of repair/maintenance to the slide out bed in my Autosleeper MH same principle design as yours but lighter materials so not as sturdy, an arm to hold it up when your putting stuff under it is must and a small led light very useful, keep up the good work👍
Thank you mate, at least yours shouldn’t be overweight. I’m really hoping that mine will be within the weight limit 😂🤞🏼thats a good idea cheers 😊
Stealing that design 👌
Nice build. Remember to have the diesel heater pump in 45° to prevent air-bubbles from getting stuck inside the pump och causing friction due to lack of lubricant from the diesel.
Thanks mate, I will do that thanks for your recommendation
Good teacher really clear at explaining everything 10/10 mate! great video
Thanks for your lovely comment, glad you liked the video 😊
Very good indeed mate
Thank you 🙏 😊
Nice one mate. It's looking smart .. 👌 was out doing heater motor behind dash on my today . Pain in the arse job but done . 👍👍
Thank you 😊 nice work, hope you didn’t scrape your hands too much getting the motor out! 👍🏼
@@TurnersWorkshop97 one or two small cuts 😆
Great video as per ..the vans looking great. thanks for content ..all the best rich
Thank you Rich, take care mate 👍🏼👊🏼
nice job! Great video , simple, short and consice.
Thank you! 😊
Just used this to make something similar, great video cheers 😊
Awesome, glad you found it useful! Thanks for watching 🙏😁
Great video Turner you really are making great content cheers take care.
Thank you so much, really appreciate your feedback 😊 take care mate
Again graet video! Go on!! Greetings
Cheers mate! 😊
Another great video - thanks mate!
Thank you, it’s my pleasure 😊
as always golden tricks and tips 👍
Thank you mate 😊👍🏼
Amazing
Thank you 😊
Brilliant great build I’ll see other videos now
Thank you 😊 glad you like it
Great stuff as always
Thanks Gary, hope you’re well mate 👊🏼👍🏼
@@TurnersWorkshop97 getting there my friend always ready for a new video of yours lol...