Finally a video explaining this properly!! I couldn't figure out for the life of me how the motor attached to the shaft in any other video example. So cool will definitely be doing this when I get a van
As I said in my other message, I was quoted over $2000 for a project 2000 bed lift complete system bed frame included here in the UK. I did manage to find another supplier who could supply the motor etc for me to install it myself and build the bed frame myself for just over $1300. I decided that if you could do it so could I. I did manage to find all the items in your list that you kindly provided, and the total cost is just over $320 here in the UK. That is, with slight modifications to your design. I will fit another bearing just after the arbor to take the load off of the motor shaft. I will fit a seat belt buckle at each mounting point of the belts, that way the belt can be released and hidden while the bed is in the down position, that way you don't see the unsightly belt hanging down while you are in bed. Again, many thanks for the inspiration and hope you return to vlogging.
Hi Ken what is the name for the arbour shaft in uk terms? I'm based in Ireland and can't seem to find it! Also only motor I can find had a double flat head
Really like the KISS design. No reason to complicate something that should be simple. Thanks for giving us the detailed supply list. That's really helpful. 👍👍
Thank you! Exactly what I was looking for as soon as I knew about beds that go up, when I saw Happy Jack in much bigger vehicles, (and much higher prices lol) I'm looking to buy a transit connect and now this can be the first thing I build in it.
Good ideas. I have see people use ratchet straps (using the ratchet part at the upper mount as an adjustable length) instead of seatbelt . And awning motors as another choice.. Either way, great ideA
Hey mate! Nice video!! Would you be able to update after using? I’m curious to know if it holds the weight while sleeping.. I’m about to build my own and this is my only concern at the moment! Thanks!
Nice design. My concern is that the motor seems to be rated at 4.4lbs ft-tq. That means that towards the end of the lift where the seatbelt is more than 1.5 inch radius around the shaft your lifting force would be under 50lbs. My question is - does it still work with the mattress on it?
GREAT video man. So glad I found you. Just starting van conversion. How has the motor you selected lasted you? I plan on using daily, just wondering about the longevity. Again thanks
Hey bud :) thanks for sharing!! This is exactly what I wanted to see. I noticed they use windscreen motors which are 20-30 gbp and seat belt polyester which is available by order cheap and I noticed they don't seem to have guides. While webbing is safer and softer, I'm wondering about cutting 1/2 8020 or using a small uni strut if applicable, top wall curve cut out as it doesn't need to be strong and using shoulder pulleys with appropriately sized and pre stretched cable which would hide in the guide rail with a channel truck. What do you think? I'm also wondering how you wired this winch, as it was mounted on the moving platform. Did you go with wires on a loose track to keep under control?
Super impressive DIY system Ryan. This will be a great addition to the van life community. Can’t believe I’m the third comment and 157th viewer of the video. Everyone should subscribe away. Great work.
Thank you. I appreciate the feedback and you stopping by the channel. I’m excited for this little van if I can make everything I want to do fit inside it. It’s giving me new ideas for the big ambulance build that’s next.
How did you solve the buckle "hooks/mounts" or whatever its called in the ceiling? I've got everything I need but haven't figured out a good way to fasten the nylon belt in the ceiling.
Right now I have about 30lbs hanging from it and the motor still sounds strong. Granted my jump box might have been running low on the test. Still have to add plywood to the top, some sort of finished ceiling on the bottom. Then I have plans to use the bed frame as closet storage inside. So it might be a good little test on the motor here shortly. Fingers crossed emoji.
Hey Ryan! Going to attempt to install this system in my box truck build. How would you suggest attaching the anchor support buckles to the ceiling? I see you sort of just attached them to the built in seatbelt mechanism, but unfortunately we do not have those in our truck. Should we bolt the supports to the box? or to the frame we are going to build?
I'd caution people on this unless someone can say a finished product works. After trying many fixes I've determined this will not work once loaded with a queen mattress. I'm providing 13.8v to the motor, dropping to 13.3v when running and with the weight of the mattress added it overloads and blows a 30A fuse. I think this setup fundamentally needs a stronger motor. As the webbing wraps it makes the shaft diameter longer (think gears) which makes it harder and harder on the motor. Mine only goes about half way up before being overloaded. Now I could run each webbing strap independently to the shaft to reduce the wrap diameter, but I still think it wouldn't have enough power. I was originally running 12.3 to it which showed significant voltage drop which stalled out the motor and blew fuses. I thought correcting the voltage supply would fix it, but still not even close.
No. The bed only draws power when moving and the motor break keeps the bed in the closed or open position. I did however add some bed supports for the frame in the corners to help take the weight when sleeping. It seems to take all the weight from being on my anchor points for the belts. I have been meaning to do another video on this. Will try to get something up soon. Thanks
Finally a video explaining this properly!! I couldn't figure out for the life of me how the motor attached to the shaft in any other video example. So cool will definitely be doing this when I get a van
Nice work, simple, straight forward, inexpensive.
Beautiful
The elegance of simplicity
As I said in my other message, I was quoted over $2000 for a project 2000 bed lift complete system bed frame included here in the UK. I did manage to find another supplier who could supply the motor etc for me to install it myself and build the bed frame myself for just over $1300. I decided that if you could do it so could I. I did manage to find all the items in your list that you kindly provided, and the total cost is just over $320 here in the UK. That is, with slight modifications to your design. I will fit another bearing just after the arbor to take the load off of the motor shaft. I will fit a seat belt buckle at each mounting point of the belts, that way the belt can be released and hidden while the bed is in the down position, that way you don't see the unsightly belt hanging down while you are in bed. Again, many thanks for the inspiration and hope you return to vlogging.
Hey Ken you don't happen to have that parts list for someone in the uk, i'm trying to do the same thing in my van, thanks David
Hi ken I don’t suppose you have a list of what you got and from where?
Cheers
Hey, What parts did you use in the UK?
Hi Ken what is the name for the arbour shaft in uk terms? I'm based in Ireland and can't seem to find it! Also only motor I can find had a double flat head
Really like the KISS design. No reason to complicate something that should be simple. Thanks for giving us the detailed supply list. That's really helpful.
👍👍
Very cool to see someone make this bed lift system for a fraction of the cost DIY!! good stuff 🤙
Thank man. Appreciate it. I saw this set up in a larger van. Glad it looks like it’s going to work in my little connect.
Thank you! Exactly what I was looking for as soon as I knew about beds that go up, when I saw Happy Jack in much bigger vehicles, (and much higher prices lol) I'm looking to buy a transit connect and now this can be the first thing I build in it.
Option C is brilliant ❤
That's impressively awesome and simple.
Thanks for this! Subbed in appreciation
Awesome build Idea!
This is a great idea. you are a genius :) what I want to ask is if the motor breaks down, can you move the bed manually quickly and easily?
Dude, love your mustache! I was looking for this information for a while. Thank you! you saved a day.
Good ideas. I have see people use ratchet straps (using the ratchet part at the upper mount as an adjustable length) instead of seatbelt . And awning motors as another choice.. Either way, great ideA
Option D... you build a murphy bed, you get to keep the kitchen and bed folds up and out of the way.
Ziet er echt geweldig uit, gewoon simpel maar wel functioneel. Dank voor het laten zien.
This is insane can’t wait to see more!!!!!
Fantastic idea well done mate
Hey mate! Nice video!! Would you be able to update after using? I’m curious to know if it holds the weight while sleeping.. I’m about to build my own and this is my only concern at the moment! Thanks!
Brilliant and very cool!
Nice design. My concern is that the motor seems to be rated at 4.4lbs ft-tq. That means that towards the end of the lift where the seatbelt is more than 1.5 inch radius around the shaft your lifting force would be under 50lbs. My question is - does it still work with the mattress on it?
Hey. I was looking at your parts list. What switch are you using? Ty.
GREAT video man. So glad I found you. Just starting van conversion. How has the motor you selected lasted you? I plan on using daily, just wondering about the longevity. Again thanks
Hey bud :) thanks for sharing!! This is exactly what I wanted to see. I noticed they use windscreen motors which are 20-30 gbp and seat belt polyester which is available by order cheap and I noticed they don't seem to have guides. While webbing is safer and softer, I'm wondering about cutting 1/2 8020 or using a small uni strut if applicable, top wall curve cut out as it doesn't need to be strong and using shoulder pulleys with appropriately sized and pre stretched cable which would hide in the guide rail with a channel truck. What do you think? I'm also wondering how you wired this winch, as it was mounted on the moving platform. Did you go with wires on a loose track to keep under control?
Super impressive DIY system Ryan. This will be a great addition to the van life community.
Can’t believe I’m the third comment and 157th viewer of the video.
Everyone should subscribe away. Great work.
Thank you. I appreciate the feedback and you stopping by the channel. I’m excited for this little van if I can make everything I want to do fit inside it. It’s giving me new ideas for the big ambulance build that’s next.
How did you solve the buckle "hooks/mounts" or whatever its called in the ceiling? I've got everything I need but haven't figured out a good way to fasten the nylon belt in the ceiling.
I wonder how much weight it can lift. Looks like a good solution.
Right now I have about 30lbs hanging from it and the motor still sounds strong. Granted my jump box might have been running low on the test. Still have to add plywood to the top, some sort of finished ceiling on the bottom. Then I have plans to use the bed frame as closet storage inside. So it might be a good little test on the motor here shortly. Fingers crossed emoji.
How do you keep the bed from swinging?
Hey Ryan! Going to attempt to install this system in my box truck build. How would you suggest attaching the anchor support buckles to the ceiling? I see you sort of just attached them to the built in seatbelt mechanism, but unfortunately we do not have those in our truck. Should we bolt the supports to the box? or to the frame we are going to build?
That's cool. What kind of mattress will you be using?
I have a 4” memory foam one I pick up off Amazon for $100. Will trim to fit. :-)
Hey, where did you go to? Not heard from you in a while, hope you're okay?
I'd caution people on this unless someone can say a finished product works. After trying many fixes I've determined this will not work once loaded with a queen mattress. I'm providing 13.8v to the motor, dropping to 13.3v when running and with the weight of the mattress added it overloads and blows a 30A fuse. I think this setup fundamentally needs a stronger motor.
As the webbing wraps it makes the shaft diameter longer (think gears) which makes it harder and harder on the motor. Mine only goes about half way up before being overloaded. Now I could run each webbing strap independently to the shaft to reduce the wrap diameter, but I still think it wouldn't have enough power.
I was originally running 12.3 to it which showed significant voltage drop which stalled out the motor and blew fuses. I thought correcting the voltage supply would fix it, but still not even close.
Crap I already purchased everything and was about to install. What did you do instead?
@@dwaynetoney3429 nothing yet, tbd… only thing I can think is finding a stronger motor.
@@zeeed7765yeah that’s what I was thinking too. Thanks for the reply!
Hi I have the same geared motor as yours but find it struggles to lift the bed. Are you having the same issue?
I am, I don't think this works when you add a heavier mattress. I'm blowing 30amp fuses as it overloads
Does the motor have to be energized for the bed to stay up in place?
No. The bed only draws power when moving and the motor break keeps the bed in the closed or open position. I did however add some bed supports for the frame in the corners to help take the weight when sleeping. It seems to take all the weight from being on my anchor points for the belts. I have been meaning to do another video on this. Will try to get something up soon. Thanks
@@ryanhoffmeyer would love to see an update video on the bed!