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Hi, this is Lauren and Bjorn. We use our channel as a place we can share the many projects and adventures we have!
70s Cabin in the City - Home Remodel Intro and Tour!
We bought a fixer upper! And we're living in it while we do the remodel ourselves and working full time.
It was built in the 1970s, sits on 1 acre, located on a private lane, 3500 square feet, and it needs a lot of work.
Check out the before footage in this video and wish us luck as we try to demolish as much as possible in the 1 month we have before moving in.
#homeremodel #fixerupper #housedemolition #homeimprovement #flippinghouses #homeconstruction
It was built in the 1970s, sits on 1 acre, located on a private lane, 3500 square feet, and it needs a lot of work.
Check out the before footage in this video and wish us luck as we try to demolish as much as possible in the 1 month we have before moving in.
#homeremodel #fixerupper #housedemolition #homeimprovement #flippinghouses #homeconstruction
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DIY Garage Concrete Epoxy Floor
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Here we are at final stages of the structural build for our DIY Versatube garage. Concrete slab is getting poured, we prep, and epoxy the concrete floor leaving a nice functional finish on the floors. Due to the cement shortage we could not order our own truck, sadly having to pay a contractor to do the pour. The steps for the epoxy were: 1-acid wash and brush 2-neutralize with baking soda and ...
DIY Garage from Versa Tube
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This is the assembly video of our Versa Tube detached garage, it’s finally going up! The steel building is very easy to assemble. Some friends helped with the assembly of some frame components and the skins were easy enough to apply with one or two people. Versa Tube isn’t the cheapest company out there for steel buildings. However, the frame assembly is so easy and the customer service is extr...
Brighten Headlights - Lexus GX 470
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In this video, you'll see the headlight go from gross foggy yellow to clear and bright. There were several iterations of buffing and multiple grits were used. The whole process took 1 hour for the first headlight. See the kit used in the link below: This isn't an affiliate link: www.amazon.com/Mothers-07251-NuLens-Headlight-Renewal/dp/B00GZLMEPM/ref=asc_df_B00GZLMEPM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0...
GX 470 Replacing a Leaking Valve Cover Gasket
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There was a small valve cover leak in my Lexus GX 470 that went unfixed for about 2 years. In this video you’ll see the steps I took to replace the valve cover gasket and tube seals to fix that leak. Vehicle is a 2004 Lexus GX 470 that aspires to be an over lander someday. Currently has about 190k miles and running beautifully. Items were purchased from Napa Auto. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...
GX 470 Fuel gauge stopped working - replacing fuel sending unit
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We started noticing some issues with the fuel gauge in our Lexus GX 470. It's a 23 gallon tank with a ~345 mile range. We would drive 50 miles and the fuel gauge would go from 3/4 of the way full to the 1/2 way mark. When we'd go to put in a full tank of gas, we'd only be able to put in ~13-14 gallons in a 23 gallon tank. The variable response in the fuel gauge and inability to fill up the tank...
Footing Pour, Backfill, Pad Prep - Lessons Learned - VersaTube Garage DIY Build
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Part III of building a 24’ x 30’ detached Versatube steel garage in our backyard. Setting the rebar in the forms, pouring the cement footing/foundation and backfilling all occur in this stage. Had I dug the trench wide enough in the prior step, reinforcing both the top and bottom of the form would have been easier… however the trench was narrow and I did not install enough reinforcement on the ...
Footing-Foundation Prep - VersaTube Garage DIY Build
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Part II of building a 24’ x 30’ detached garage in our backyard. The build is 100% DIY… no one else to blame for all the glorious mistakes and a few things done correctly. We tore down the existing structure with a harbor freight towable backhoe and then dug a footing. The footing took quite a long time given the number and size of the rocks we have. It is not easy digging. Looking back we woul...
Demolishing Building with Harbor Freight Towable Backhoe - VersaTube Garage DIY Build
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First video building a 24’ x 30’ detached Versatube Metal garage in our backyard. The build is 100% DIY… no one else to blame for all the glorious mistakes and a few things done correctly. We tore down the existing structure with a harbor freight towable backhoe, we bought it to dig the footing but couldn’t resist having a little extra fun with it : ) The steel shop / garage is a DIY package bu...
Harbor Freight Towable Backhoe - Delivery, Assembly, Performance
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In early 2020 we purchased this 9 HP Harbor Freight Towable backhoe (made by Central Machinery, a Harbor Freight brand). This video shows the delivery, assembly and use of the Harbor Freight Towable backhoe in our yard. The towable backhoe powered by the 9HP Harbor Freight Predator engine moved countless buckets of dirt and boulders throughout many of the DIY projects around the property. More ...
Installing SWIVEL SEATS in Van Conversion #14
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This is the installation of the drivers side swivel seat in the Sprinter Van Conversion. The passenger side was done exactly the same. These swivel seats made a nice touch to the van; when parked it provided more usable seating. It was generally our go to spot when eating in the van! Though a little pricey, we would buy these again for the convenience they provide.... its a quick and easy insta...
DIY Cabinets, Drawers & Other Storage in Sprinter Van Conversion #13
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This video covers - a step by step process for how the countertops were made and fitted to the curved wall of the van - the drawer construction & how they're designed to stay locked while driving - other storage construction We hope you enjoyed this video and consider liking and subscribing to our channel, it really helps us out!
DIY Light Installation in Sprinter Van Conversion #11
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This is how we installed the main and ambient lighting in the van! The main led lighting are puck lights, 8 of them provide fantastic lighting for doing everything. The ambient lighting is two 15’ lengths of led rope light on either wall. It has a coupler that attaches one wall to the other behind the drivers seat. A light switch was located near the entrance of the van at the sliding door for ...
Installing Fan-Tastic Roof Vent with Fan - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #10
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Here is the installation of the two fan-tastic fans installed in our diy sprinter van conversion. Two fans were installed in the van to provide adequate circulation. Having both vents available was a game changer and they are very easy to install. We also made a cover that buttons over the openings to block out light if needed. Enjoy this diy sprinter camper van conversion video; don’t forget t...
DIY Metal Fence Part 4
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Don’t forget to subscribe and like the video, it really helps us out!!!! This is the fourth video of the 300' metal fence project! In this video you see: -transporting pre-made metal fence sections -installing metal fence sections and metal posts in the ground -welding gates -painting spray gun use -how we supported the metal fence section with wood cross bars -sneak preview from DIY Metal Fenc...
Vermi-composting bin for the WIN! (in 5 easy steps)
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Vermi-composting bin for the WIN! (in 5 easy steps)
Yellowstone National Park - so much to see!!
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Yellowstone National Park - so much to see!!
DIY Sprinter Van Conversion Tour!!!
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DIY Sprinter Van Conversion Tour!!!
Custom Solar Battery Bank - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #6
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Custom Solar Battery Bank - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #6
Van Sink Install - Stainless Steel - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #8
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Van Sink Install - Stainless Steel - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #8
Painting Truck Bed Liner on Sprinter Van Conversion - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #7
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Painting Truck Bed Liner on Sprinter Van Conversion - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #7
Queen Size Memory Foam Bed in VAN!!! - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #5
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Queen Size Memory Foam Bed in VAN!!! - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #5
Sprinter Van Vinyl Floor Installation - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #3
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Sprinter Van Vinyl Floor Installation - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #3
Spray Foam (OH NO!!!) - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #2
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Spray Foam (OH NO!!!) - DIY Sprinter Van Conversion #2
Behr it's barely paint. I might have tried a floor leveling product to get the low spots out first and wear muck boots when working with harsh chemicals. In the end, good job on a DIY project. You probably saved $$$. Cheers
I have exactly the same van , just bought it to work , has ABS and ESP lights on , i can't get codes , my scanner can't communicate , pin 16 doesn't have battery voltage on the OBD II connector , does anybody knows where the fuse is ? Or where the voltage comes from ? Or which circuit fuse send voltage ? The fuses under the dash show ok . Does anybody had the same problem ? Thanks !!!
Great Job, looks nice. Just curious about how you decided to insulate? I think Versa Tube has a system to sandwich the insulation between the exterior panel and girt. Did you consider doing this? Did you consider doing wood construction? I'm curious why you chose to go with metal? TIA
This video could have saved me a LOT of time over the years.
Super great!
Thanks
Cheers mate, Hare Krishna...
amazing. thank you!
Did you have to prime the fuel system or was it just plug it back in and go
Just plug in and go. Fuel pump took care of it quick
Great job guys. I will admit I am jealous watching these families working together my X wife would of never heloed me do this. Serious great job great video.....
Thank you! Part of the courting ritual is construction 😂
Awesome, thank you!
Looks nice, how long did it take to construct?
The building took about a week part time. Foundation took me forever because I didn’t have the best equipment to do the job….
The video didn't show how to install the ridge cap. Can you walk on the roof to do that?
Yes, it seems like it would be flimsy but the roof is very stable. Consider the snow load that it would have to sustain in certain parts of the country (50 lb+).
I got a Versatube carport last year. Placed it on my
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Good video: informative and entertaining. Loved the music.
Turbo is on the front of engine easy to maintain. Later turbo moved to rear of engine, nightmare.
Good to know, always sucks when they make changes that make life harder
Might want to Add: Just forward of the air filter is the Mass Air Flow Sensor. On my 2006 3500 5-cylinder Turbo Diesel, this thing has gotten fouled several times in the 6 yrs I've had it. Vehicle will suddenly go into Granny Mode/Limp Mode. Can't go over about 40 mph. Learning to clean this thing will save any owner a lot of frustration & $$$. I always carry a can of Mass Air Flow Sensor Cleaner. The only other equipment you need is (as I recall) a 10 mm socket. You have to remove the metal heat shield, but it's seriously not rocket science. I've both replaced the sensor & cleaned it a few times. Takes less than half an hour. There are more than one good UA-cam video on the step-by-step. The most important thing is not to stick anything inside the MAFS housing. If you touch the sensor itself, you'll be buying a new one. Mine was simply shot when I bought it. If you have a Blue Driver, the code is P0101
I can’t believe I missed the MAF sensor, good call 👍
This video is a blessing!
Did this let you fuel up to 23 gallons?
Our issue was the gauge would show full, then randomly drop a quarter or more after driving and decline way too fast from there. This fixed the gage, its accurate to the tank level now
great video, thanks
Great video. Thank you. Just picked one up and this is a nice overview for what I'm getting into. Appreciate it. 👍
Awesome! I’m always remember the feeling of possibilities when you first get one : )
It's now May of 2024, and Just came across this video. A quick call to the Mercedes Benz dealer down in Oregon, and they told me parts are getting extremely difficult to find and unless you're an established customer they won't even touch a vehicle that's over 10 years old. If you're out in the middle of nowhere or in a small town, you are pretty much on your own. I doubt you're gonna find anybody to work on these. In my home state here in Alaska there's only two vendors that work on foreign vehicles and neither one of them will work on this vehicle. There is a vendor online by the name of million miles sprinter, and he appears to sell parts and of course there is Florida Van Man. It does seem like there is a bit of a cult following for these and as long as you're willing to work on them yourself I guess you could get by. I was looking at an airstream conversion one myself, and typically these are 40 grand or more. That's when I start checking into having them serviced. It's so unfortunate as they are a great size van, get good mileage and don't have all the emission crap of the newer sprinters. Again, just be aware that if you buy one you'll probably be fixing it yourself, unless you're close to a very large city. By comparison I have a 2006 Chevy Express van and I can pretty much stop in any gas station in America and have that thing serviced. Certainly something to consider if you plan on a van life style of living.
Very valuable comment for prospective t1n purchasers. Alaska, in particular, you’d have to be a little picky about your vehicle of choice!
Thanks for making this video. Super helpful for all the DIYers with the older Sprinters like myself.
Glad it was helpful, I love the old T1N sprinters
Love the DIY spirit you two have, and doing these projects together are memories made as you level up in life as well. Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the awesome and positive comments. Cheers!
Very nice. Did you find the install instructions to be accurate?
Yes, no issues with the install instructions. Such a simple way to build and skin a frame. Instructions were clear for me
very good! thanks for the video, super interested in versa tube
Love it
Nice work! I'm curious how you diagnosed this particular leak. There are several other potential ones at lower levels. (Head gasket, hoses, oil filter adapter to name a few). Thanks!
Good question, I was able to diagnose using the logic you outlined. On the passenger side the leak was slowly dripping on the exhaust causing a slight smell around the engine bay and discoloration from the oil burning off… this eliminated everything lower. Additionally, you could see along the valve cover gasket where there was some oil gumming up over time. Purely visual cues led to the diagnoses
I got as far as wheels installed last weekend. My question, was about the hydraulic reservoir cap not screwing down to the o-ring. Tech said it not supposed to. 🤷♂️ I just assumed o'rings are used to seat things.
I can’t quite remember on my but I thought there was a little retention from the o ring, not much. The tank isn’t under pressure so it doesn’t take much to seal. I’d definitely do a little macgyver something if you’re worried about anything getting in or it falling off. I have a love hate relationship with harbor freight
I recently bought a property that has a versatube building and I want to add a few windows. Did you get the windows from them? Is it the same as the sheet metal where they just source them locally for you? Thanks
Windows are just from the big box store. Standard house windows, nice that this way you can go with pretty much any size. The frames/brackets you can get from versatube but it’s also easy to just locally source… just get some rectangular tube and angle brackets to fix horizontally to the verticals.
Any rust on it yet?
No rust at all
Having trouble finding JUST the sending unit... where did you get yours?
I believe I went to parts geek.
you gotta be in Sandy? maybe ogden? any way, great video very informative. I'm in Lehi and looking to put one of these in. maybe you want to come help....?!? lol
The good old Wasatch. Good luck with your project, should be a ton of fun. If life weren’t crazy right now I’d honestly be up to help, if you end up doing it in a few months maybe 😂
Thank you for the detailed video. Does the kit include trim pieces to close up the gaps in the eaves and bottom of the walls? I'm mainly concerned about mice getting in the garage.
All trim pieces are provided with the kit. Versatube does not manufacture the r panel or trim but they source it from local sheet metal companies on your behalf when you purchase through them. You can also source it yourself. In terms of mice, you would have to put in some extra effort to keep them out. It would be completely doable but would require extra time and consideration.
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Thanks for the video! It looks like your van was painted after market. Did you do it? If so, what did you use?
Yes, we did T-Rex tintable bedliner for the paint. Worked well but sprayed on a windy day and it kind of showed up in the final result. People did enjoy feeling our van at gas stations and the coating protected it from pretty much everything.
I would suggest you fit the schraeder valve caps on your AC system.....dust is a killer. And the valves themselves may not be 100% leak proof....caps will help with any leakage.
Great point 👍
Great video, What are the dimensions of this building?
24’ x 30’
Thanks for the easy step by step instructions. Great video.
These are the best sprinter van came out on the market I love them 2004 2002
Man do I miss those mountains. Great build and Thank you for the info
Great job and info, I have a question about snow load and the 3/12 pitch. How many inches of show stays on the roof? also doesit seem very sturdy if more snow heavy snow would be on it without brooming/raking it off? i ask because I am wanting this style in Northern Wisconsin but the snow load worries me
Great question, easy answer is that versatube will provide engineered drawings for an extra fee. Makes it simple. They have various truss styles and will adjust the height of the corner bracing to accommodate the load. If I remember correctly we had a 50-60 lb snow load range for our building, over the county requirement but I thought of putting solar up there. I can look up the exact specs. As far as snow retention, the roof will shed snow quickly. Especially if uninsulated like ours. I put a snow retention in place to keep the snow on the roof after our first winter. Snow was piled 4’ high on either side of the building from sloughing. Retention systems are simple and inexpensive and make it safer around the perimeter of the building. Hope that helps. Cheered 👍
Really nice build
Excellent job guys
Just bought a 2006 dodge sprinter and this video was great !!! Thank you!
Good luck with your project! So jealous you snagged an ‘06 : )
Eventually getting to this with my build.. Trying to figure out a way to skip the furring strips to save a little space.
I went through the same thought process but ultimately decided furring strips are the way to go…. Cedar is weak and there is so much movement in a vehicle that I felt it may cause problems down the line if it didn’t have adequate support. If you end up coming up with something let me know. I’d be interested to see the solution
I watched this a couple years ago and I just watched it again and now I understand all of it 🙂
That’s awesome 😎
Thank you, man!
That was a perfect video. Clear and simple information with good camera work.