DIY Van Build - Promaster 2500 159WB - Paneling the Walls - Part 6
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2021
- New project!! We will be building out a 2021 Dodge Promaster 2500 159 inch wheel base van and turning it into a beautiful tiny home on wheels.
I have built a sailboat, a dinghy, two teardrops and an RV. What better way to combine all builds into one, than to build out a van and enjoy many travels! Journey with me as I put my skills to the test and turn an ordinary cargo van into a luxurious dwelling place on wheels!
We will compliment this van with a full size bed, bench seating for two, running water, full electric, propane cooking appliances, lights throughout, outside shower, and top it off with solar power to run everything. And to add that extra flare… we will do it in BATMAN style!
I hope to see you until the end when we will do a complete tour of the finished van. I hope you like it!
Thanks for staying tuned and watching the videos… now, let’s get started
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First thing I learned about Albert was to never underestimate his woodworking talent or his immense attention to detail. From your quirky sense of humor to your kick azz videos, through and through your one cool cat Al.
Awww... thanks man! Your comments are much appreciated! Thank you for always coming back to watch! :)
Awesome 👌
Thank you!!
So glad i subbed this channel. Love the work, cannot wait to get started! Your video will help me greatly. Always thumbs up!!! from the 641...
Awesome! Thank you Tradmanmike!!
I never realized Oregon got that hot! Keep up the good work.
Thank ya! Yeah... the high desert can have its fair share of heat. Cooled down some now... in the low 80's, so now I have to wear a sweat shirt! LOL!
Looking gooood! ~Jim~
I’m so glad I found your video! Your woodwork is great! I know you’re just making it seem easy but it gives me hope that I can finally move to this step of my build. I’ve been too scared to move forward. That alone with some health issues I’ve stopped. Also, I like seeing the paneling because they are difficult to come by in my opinion. I thought I would do it one way but this way makes more sense. I should probably tell my mom she was correct 😅😂. Thank you so much & I can’t wait to see your other videos!
Thank you so much @ItsAriB90! Actually... I thought it would be hard to do before I started, but once I had a few studs up, realized how easy it really was! You can do this! Tell your mom I say "HI"! :) Thanks again, and appreciate you checking out the video! Al
nice work, lots of good tips to use on my van build! 🙏
Thank you!!
Loving your videos! Been hooked on your projects for a long time now and finally starting my own trailer build! You're an inspiration and such a great guy. Keep on building bud!
Thank you Bradley Riches!
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Nice job! Very clean and accurate woodworking.
Thank you very much!
It's going to be interesting when it's all complete.
It will definitely be unique! :)
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Quite a contrast from having to run the space heater in your trailer build to keep it warm enough to work. You do beautiful work even at 110F ;)
LOL! I forgot all about that! I'll take the heat, at least at night it can cool down, in the winter... it only gets colder! :)
bon travail
Very informative video again Al! Gee, I was sweating just watching the video, I am not used to work on such temperature, here in Canada!
LOL! Yeah, can get a little warm in these parts!
Dang, that's hot for that far north, it's one of the reasons I haven't started on my next build. That and a money saving issue for the LARGEST expense for it which is a secret but the cost is around $1800 shipped to me. Stay tuned it'll be really cool when I start the build. Keep up the good work.
Got me interested now... can't wait ti see what your next project is, gonna be super fun!
Again, wonderful job. Man, I thought it was hot here in Orlando, Florida! Are you done with the next video yet?!? ;) Keep up the amazing work!
Thanks Jeffrey! I'm still moving along! :)
Thank you again for taking the time to film your builds! I was planning to do plywood panel on the roof and ship lap on the sides. Were there any technical reasons you are going with plywood paneling? Curious your thought process, does seem easier.
I think it's a matter of preference, I like the looks of the liner paneling. Not to mention that the cost of lumber had gone up quite a bit. Made the process go a bit quicker too. Just the right color too... :)
Al, would you mind talking with us about your decision making process for you van selection? Why you chose the brand, model, size, 2WD vs 4WD, etc. Thanks! Great vids... 👍😉
Thanks Daniel... yes, at some point I will cover that topic, most likely near the end when I go over the cost of the entire build. Thanks for the comment!
Drink plenty of water Al. That's my advice from one of the hottest places on the planet...
Another great Video. Cheers for that! 🙏
Hi Aimee!! You bet... took that advice and bought a bathtub full of water to keep me hydrated! :) Stay cool over there, hope to see you again!
I was just thinking why hasn’t the OBM had a video out in a while . UA-cam hasn’t been letting me know ! At least I got something to watch for a while getting caught up .
UA-cam been keeping me on the downlow... :)
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@@jcdahippie thanks
Thank you so much for these SUPER helpful videos! Curious what type of wood you used for both the furring strips and plywood? Were they pine, cedar, or something else? And any type of special plywood for the walls?
I used Select Pine. It is clear pine (Knot free), lightweight and very strong. It is also very straight. Not the cheapest wood, but not the most expensive either. Very nice wood to work with! The plywood is a 1/4" hardwood purchased at Lowe's... they also have 1/4" Birch ply, but the hardwaood is less expensive.
@@OregonBatman Thanks! Did you use Select Pine for the walls too?
@@erikakelly3778 I used select pine for the entire build... only type of wood I would use. :)
Did you change or add to the top angles pieces? I’ve use the “1x6” and they are set behind the kick outs.
I did... I added an additional 3/4" on top of the 1 x 6 so everything cleared. You might try just 1/2" first and see if that works on top of the 1 x 6.
How did you get your cardboard template to perfectly match the contour of the wheel well ?
Great question! It will be difficult to explain in the comments. It takes several scribe marks and cuts. I drew a rough shape of the wheel well on a piece of cardboard until it sat over the well. Then using a pair of dividers (starting in the center) I keep the dividers perpendicular to the floor and draw around the wheel well (without turning the dividers). I do that two or three times until I match the well. Might have to do a video explaining how I do it... but it really doesn't take that long, and works every time
Thanks for the video :). I have a question about the roof framing. It looks like you used 1x3 pine that you bolted to the ceiling framing. Is that right? We aren't sure if we should use 1x3 pine or if we should rip strips of 1/2"plywood. Are you concerned about the 1x3 being bent too much when conforming to the ceiling curvature?
Hello and thanks for the question. Correct, I used the 1 x 3 for the roof framing, it takes the bend really well and using the rivnuts, it holds pretty solid. 1/2" plywood strips will work as well, but in my opinion, doesn't have the holding power of a solid piece of wood. Depends what you will be fastening to the ceiling. In my case, the 1/4" ply covered with material is pretty light. I could have used plywood... if I were going to use 1/4" ply with shiplap over it... I would want something a little more stronger as much more weight will be added. Hope that helps some, Thanks for checking it out! al
@@OregonBatman Thanks very much. :)
You are most welcome!
Just curious is the wall framing also made up of 1×3 strips?
@@DavineShift Yes... I used 1 x 3 on the walls as well. Thanks for checking it out!
Are you going to the Adventure Van Expo in Redmond?
I am planning on being there... although I will not have the van, no where near being finished. I am looking to get some ideas and information, I think it's going to be great!!
@@OregonBatman Great, I’ll be looking for you. My wife and I will be there Saturday. I’ve enjoyed watching your videos since the beginning of the teardrop.
@@jlove3675 Awesome... I plan on Saturday myself. Keep your eyes peeled! :) Did you check out the RV I built befor the Teardrop? Enjoyed it for a couple years before I sold it. Was so fun!
@@OregonBatman I missed the first one, but have enjoyed the teardrop, CNC and now the ProMaster. I’ve been looking for a Sprinter to build, but prices right now are outrageous. Look forward to seeing what the Expo has for info.
After paneling how wide was it from panel to panel? Any thoughts on how you could have kept more of the width?
70” posted to fast
My width ended up at 69". Could gain an additional 1-1/2" if I just went with vertical studs.
Did you add more insulation behind the framing? Lots of room and it seems…
I did! Doubled up on the sides, so ended up with three inches of insulation!
@@OregonBatman thought so. Maybe help with the ridiculous heat you poor people are in the middle of!
@@dbucka it did make a difference surprisingly!
How thick is your plywood? Did you use it thank you
The plywood is a 1/4" thick hardwood covered with material and attached to the walls. Makes for great sound deadening as well.
I appreciate it. Thank you.
@@gusma61 you are very welcome!