Laura, so many UA-cam videos are pretty useless as they reflect someone quickly showing themselves doing a project but rarely take the time to “instruct” at a teachable pace. Your detailed explanation is amazing. I have been watching van life videos for four or five years and your videos are superb. Keep up the good work sister!
Coming from a 30 year carpenter and woodworker. You do excellent work and your teaching skills are top notch. Safe travels once you get your van/ home completed.
I've considered purchasing a Class B van, but they are so high priced and so cheaply constructed, especially wiring. You have demonstrated to me that I might be able to do this myself with much better quality. You have thought through all of the details so thoroughly. You should be very proud of yourself!
As someone who has been considering this for awhile now with no building experience or someone to teach me - your videos are the first that I've come across that really explain every aspect of what I thought would be my biggest hurdles (electrical, windows, fans, etc.). Makes me feel like I might actually be able to to this by myself! Can't afford to hire a builder or a built-out van, and you also happen to be building my ideal van layout. Thank you so so much for making this seem less daunting and possible! You really covered every detail a beginner would need - down to every piece of material you used. Will be back to replay your videos a million times over haha!
You CAN do it! I appreciate your kind words and am glad you feel more confident to do it yourself. Take your time and enjoy the process. Best of luck🫶🏻
Well, have watched all your videos but wish you had kept going and showed the finished van and maybe kept going with your travels! God bless and hope you are now having wonderful travels!!
That was my hope too. I recorded the entire build so I just need to sit down and edit. Follow me on Instagram to see what life on the road is like @LaurenLawliss!
I greatly admire your thoughtful approach to your projects. It seems that you’ve pretty well thought out every eventuality you may encounter. Enjoying following your videos and progress. They are well produced and articulated. I noticed in this video you used the correct term of “scribing” to fit boards ! Thank you. I see you “plunge cutting” around that fan. You have some technique knowledge.
beautiful and practical and that goes for both you and the van, It is so nice to see a young lady that is confidant and handy, when you lookup independant women there should be a picture of Lauren
Lauren, I don't know if you have a mentor or are self-taught, but you are an amazing young lady. You are an amazing teacher. I've learned more in your videos than all of the other videos combined. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge.
I'm on my 12th van since 1973(!) and I've done interiors all different in each van. I looked at those cedar planks...Tony like! I've watched a number of your videos already. It's clear you plan out your videos to catch the right moments 49:42 blood, sweat, and...tears of joy!
Another amazed and admiring fan here.From what I can tell you go from student to master all in the course of each project and have the knack to teach it at a high level.Great way to employ your youth and your talent. Very inspirational as well.Bravo!
I'm new to your channel, and I love watching build video's. The main reason is that every now and then you witness what I call a little act of genius, like I'd never seen the playdough trick and to make it better, the syringe for putty. Two acts in one video, it could be one in a million. There were a few places where I asked my self why you did one thing in one place but not in another but so far, I'm enjoying the lessons.
What is your profession, Are you a teacher? The reason I ask is that you do so well, explaining everything in detail. You have unbelievable patience. And I'm here to say thank you. I'm following suit, Your directions with me build. I have watched many people build out their rigs. No one has been more detailed in explaining from the beginning to the end of every step. I don't know if you have a clue as to what that means to others. Well, I'm one of the others, and when I said thank you, I'm sure so many others would agree. You the bomb Laura.❤💯✌️🥰👍🙌🙏 I am so looking forward to your next video. Please! 🙏 be careful, we need you around.
Thank you for the kind words. That truly means so much and makes me feel better about putting in all the little details - I never know if it is overkill. Thank you for the reassurance 💖🫶🏻
Hi Lauren. It's lovely to see you again and another awesome job. I love how particular you are with your build, 🥰🤗 See you soon and have a wonderful week.
I was wondering when you were going to post another video,man,that van might be better built than my 1930s house,its never goona fall down...lol..seriously,you are doing an excellant job,bet you cant wait to hit the road.thanks for sharing and keep up the good work....be blessed
Hahaha thanks. I must say it feels extremely sturdy and doesn’t make a sound when I drive so I am very happy about that lol. I appreciate you watching and commenting☺️
Okay wow 😂🎉 I noticed that many of your viewers are thanking you for the superb instructional M.O. I'm chiming in with wholehearted agreement... and already totally subbed in at the l9 minute mark instead of my usual... watch a couple and we'll see ... I'm 68 ( for a few years now 😉) and you have helped me sooo much 😂😊❤ this is my first vid of yours and I can already tell this is going to be a fav chanel for me. My sincere thanks Lauren 🤓 PREESH ❤
Hi Lauren, you are such a joy to watch. I am going to start doing my Ducato this winter, and I have you as my guiding light. I know it is a lot of work to video everything you do, but rest assured that a lot of people love you for it. Hope to meet you on the road some day! Love, Stefan.
Hi Stefan! That is so exciting. Wishing you the best of luck on your build, you got this! Thank you for the kind words. It really does mean a lot. I am glad all my time out into recording and editing these videos are helping others💖
You are a very impressive lady! Just love your thought process. Just about to start our build on a 23 Promaster 159 ext and have just started devouring your videos. I've been absorbing all I can and making notes for two years now and there's only a few channels that have the caliber of sharing, tips and hacks that you do. Nice job! Looks like a nice yard and piece of property you're on there! Cheers from the mitten! Dan
Really nice work, you are a natural. We are doing an older van with tons of headroom when I sit crisscross applesauce 😂 but seriously you give me a lot of great ideas and how to build ours smarter and not just slap it together. Thank you 🙏🏻
Welcome Back. I hope you haven't already installed your heater. I just bought the gasoline heater from VelitCamping (gas, not diesel). Mine is working great and not having to fuss with a second fuel source is so nice. I'd recommend the gasoline heater, if you haven't already installed a heater.
Great to be back! I have installed my heater already and I LOVE IT! It is the Webasto EVO 40 that pulls fuel from my vans gas tank. It also works in high altitudes which I plan on traveling to. I’m glad you found a heater you like too!
Subscribed a bit ago and this is your 2nd instructional video I'm watching, preparing for my build. You are an awesome inspiration and patient passionate instructor. This is Soo cool. THANXS I AM DOING THIS.
Alright Lauren. Ive seen your build from start to most recent. Im sold! Im sending over my old jeep zj to be "Lawlissed". Great work. Stay well. DC in so cal
awesome video as always Lauren! i'm doing a promaster conversion too and your videos are always very helpful. thank you for going over the little details as well!
Put some of the black 3m caulk you used to mount the air apparatus to the top, either to the hole or at the rivnut, (experiment what fits you best) and then install. Let it dry and it will hold far superior weight than the plus nut.
Hi Ian! Glad you like my videos. I have not made a video on my cabinets yet (with the exception of my bed area’s first phase). I did record it all and hope to share it here one day.
I hope youre doing good Lauren, loved your videos for helping my wife and set up our van while living out of it😅 did you ever end up finishing your build? Would love to see how it turned out!
Hey! I’m doing well, thanks. The van is about 90% done minus some small projects here and there. Been solely focused on traveling for the last 8 months but going to work on some projects soon. Follow me on Instagram for updates from the road and to see the van’s current state ☺️🫶🏻
Hey Lauren, Hope your travels are going well! Did you post a how to vid on running pucklights? I may be missing it.. I know there are others out there but your tutorials are on another level lol. Thank you 😊
Hey! I have not posted the puck light video yet but it is the next one in que. The van is 90% done now so I will have videos for every step… once I get then edited 😆
Это великолепно, в современном мире не все мужчины на такое способны. Собираюсь в следующем году тоже заняться строительством авто дома. Смотрю все твои ролики, ищу классные идеи и их решения.
Hi Lauren! Really enjoy your videos, enjoy the way you explained as you go along. At 49:44 you brad nailed your finger and you took it well, be very careful it’s easy to get hurt. It could had been worst, I noticed at 42:02, 42:04 and 42:08 while using the circular saw your fingers where to close to the blade. Be careful, GB.
Thanks for watching and commenting! Haha I have really good control over my reactions and fight or flight 😆 Safety is always top of mind but I am human and mistakes do happen.
We have the same van as you do and your videos are soooo helpful! Thank you!!! Question: what are the measurements of your cabinets- do you have videos on your cabinets?
I’m glad to hear you find my videos helpful! I have a video out for my bed area which covers the dimensions. In terms of my dresser and kitchen unit, they are 36.5” in height overall, 20” deep and 46.5” in length. I recorded the whole project, but still need to edit the videos for that😊
Love the detailed explanation. Promaster is a Fiat Ducato where I am..your videos are been used as a master reference, so thank you. Quick question Lauren in terms of registration of the vehicle, do you have to do anything (when ready) to change from from a Cargo Van to a Campervan ?
Thank you for watching and commenting! In terms of insurance it changes country to country and state to state. So I’m not comfortable answering this questions with confidence, sorry.
Did you have to put commercial insurance on your van? I just purchased a Ram Promaster high roof and the vin is showing commercial. If you did not have to insure as a commercial vehicle please let me know the work around! Love your videos. I am using for reference to build mine out.
Thanks for the question. Laws will vary state to state. Personally I did not need to insure it as a commercial vehicle. Once I completed the build I retitled the van as an RV and insured it as such.
Hi, You are helping us so much!!! Thanks!! Question: approximately how much Baltic birch did you use? I’m estimating (for 4x8 sheets) of Baltic birch (yes that size is available yay) 1/2”- 6 sheets 1/4”- 2 sheets 1/8”- 3 sheets Just wondering if I’m anywhere in ball park or if it’s a crazy amount
Hey! Good question. It depends on what you plan to build and what thickness you want for everything. Of course the more cabinetry you have, the more wood you will need. I purchased the following 4x8 sheets below (quantities on the left) and I planned every cut to limit waste: 2 - 1/8” 10 - 1/4” 18 - 1/2” 4 - 3/4” My van is 85% done so I still need to purchase some more wood for final touches but not major quantities. Your estimations seem very low to me for a full van build… very low. Doesn’t hurt to get some now and wait until you need more.
@@LaurenLawliss thanks so much! We don’t have as much cabinetry as you do- we have ikea bed supports and less garage cabinets, only overhead cabinets, kitchen cabinet and one for toilet and a bench with frig storage. But I am probably still underestimating We have to travel 4 hours to Anchorage to get lumber 😩 If you’re ever in Alaska, look us up- we live in Kenny Lake (Wrangell St. Elias National Park area- out in the boonies. We have 10 acres and a log cabin.
I feel your pain. Every time I needed wood I have to make a 6 hour roundtrip drive and had to do that 3 times 😆 I loved Anchorage. Can’t wait to go back.
Thanks to Lauren as the main source and inspiration for my own cedar plank ceiling. I did a couple things differently: Like another youtuber, I snapped chalk lines on the ceiling before putting up the cedar planks so I didn't have to start in the middle. Instead, I could start on one side and make small adjustments where necessary to keep the boards on the lines. This also made it easier to "blind nail" the planks through the tongues, which hides them. This is the way pros do T&G. ua-cam.com/video/IMbQkDkCyss/v-deo.html
Appreciate it! I did attempt a chalk line, but personally was not confident in it so I did some measuring for reassurance. I wanted to install the nails in a hidden manner like the pros do, but my boards are only a 1/4” thin and likely would have damaged the boards. Enjoy your ceiling!
How tall are you? I'm 6'3" and am leaning toward a Transit HR. Definitely snowboard a lot, so I was thinking of a 1.5" Zip R-Sheathing floor. I haven't decided on the ceiling yet.
I am 6’. The ProMaster isn’t as tall as Transits and Sprinters but it is wider so I could put my bed wall to wall instead of front to back. My subfloor is 1/2 inch plywood and 1/4 inch vinyl planks. My ceiling is 1/2 inch furring strip and 1/4 inch tongue and groove. I cannot imagine making the floor or ceiling any thicker as it would not be comfy to standup in the van.
@@LaurenLawliss Thank you for the information. That confirms why I didn't think the ProMaster would be for me. I remember some winter nights going below 0F. In the planning I keep thinking that in a Transit, I might have to bite the bullet for FlareSpaces w/o windows or to go with a front/back bench/bed setup.
You could also look at the ProMaster extra high roof. They came out with that version last year after I already bought my van😆 flare will be a nice touch!
Tebrik ederim güzel kız. Hem çok beceriklisin, hem de çok tatlısın. Özellikle Türkçe yazıyorum. Bir iki kelime aklında kalır umarım. Bilir misin bilmem ama Türkçe dünyada en çok konuşulan dillerden aslında. Hoşça kal. sevgiyle.
Laura, so many UA-cam videos are pretty useless as they reflect someone quickly showing themselves doing a project but rarely take the time to “instruct” at a teachable pace. Your detailed explanation is amazing. I have been watching van life videos for four or five years and your videos are superb. Keep up the good work sister!
Thank you for the kind words. I am glad you are finding the videos helpful😄
Nico💞💓😘😚
@@LaurenLawliss BUT WHY DID YOU STOP!!!
In one word, "you are amazing"
Please continue teaching
Coming from a 30 year carpenter and woodworker. You do excellent work and your teaching skills are top notch. Safe travels once you get your van/ home completed.
Appreciate it! This means a lot😇
That play doh move is top tier. 🤯
Haha thanks! It has served me well throughout the build.
imma use dat!
I've considered purchasing a Class B van, but they are so high priced and so cheaply constructed, especially wiring. You have demonstrated to me that I might be able to do this myself with much better quality. You have thought through all of the details so thoroughly. You should be very proud of yourself!
Thanks for the kind words. I know you can do a van build! Just take it one step at a time and you got this🤗
As someone who has been considering this for awhile now with no building experience or someone to teach me - your videos are the first that I've come across that really explain every aspect of what I thought would be my biggest hurdles (electrical, windows, fans, etc.). Makes me feel like I might actually be able to to this by myself! Can't afford to hire a builder or a built-out van, and you also happen to be building my ideal van layout. Thank you so so much for making this seem less daunting and possible! You really covered every detail a beginner would need - down to every piece of material you used. Will be back to replay your videos a million times over haha!
You CAN do it! I appreciate your kind words and am glad you feel more confident to do it yourself. Take your time and enjoy the process. Best of luck🫶🏻
You are doing an excellent job, you should be so proud of yourself! God Bless You and your new ventures!
Thank you so much 🙏🏻
I’m a proud owner of a used Promaster I bought to convert. Your channel is a Godsend! You’re amazing and easy to follow along with. Thank you Lauren!
Thank you soooo much. This comment means a lot💖 Wishing you the best on your conversion.
Well, have watched all your videos but wish you had kept going and showed the finished van and maybe kept going with your travels! God bless and hope you are now having wonderful travels!!
That was my hope too. I recorded the entire build so I just need to sit down and edit. Follow me on Instagram to see what life on the road is like @LaurenLawliss!
I greatly admire your thoughtful approach to your projects. It seems that you’ve pretty well thought out every eventuality you may encounter.
Enjoying following your videos and progress. They are well produced and articulated. I noticed in this video you used the correct term of “scribing” to fit boards ! Thank you.
I see you “plunge cutting” around that fan. You have some technique knowledge.
Thank you for watching and commenting!
Whao, PlayDough, brilliant!
Thanks!
beautiful and practical and that goes for both you and the van, It is so nice to see a young lady that is confidant and handy, when you lookup independant women there should be a picture of Lauren
Hahaha thank you so much for the kind words! I love this🥰
Must commended you on your language control, you nailed it.
Haha thanks
Lauren, I don't know if you have a mentor or are self-taught, but you are an amazing young lady. You are an amazing teacher. I've learned more in your videos than all of the other videos combined. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge.
100% self-taught, thanks to Google and UA-cam! I appreciate the kind words ☺️
Of course she has a mentor. She's surrounded by tools and equipment.
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When you got the last board up, I started 👏 clapping for you. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
This brings me so much joy. Thank you!!
Great video Lauren, you didnt rush through anything and you made your steps very clear.
Now I can install my ceiling. Thanks
Glad you liked it! Best of luck with your install - you got this🙌🏼
I'm on my 12th van since 1973(!) and I've done interiors all different in each van. I looked at those cedar planks...Tony like! I've watched a number of your videos already. It's clear you plan out your videos to catch the right moments 49:42 blood, sweat, and...tears of joy!
I love how lightweight the planks are I got to save some extra head space! Thanks.
Cracking job with the conversion lass. 👏 well done
Appreciate it!!
Thank you so much, you are great ! I do not know if i’ll ever have the patience do do things so perfectly like you do !
My perfectionism is a gift and a curse haha
Lol Yup. I know!
Hehehe
One of the most informative most detailed tutorials out there
Well done
Appreciate it!
Oh boy... Oh boy... Oh boy... I am always in awe of your vast set of tools, knowledge on how to use them, and patience to do things properly!
Hahahaha thank you🥰
Another amazed and admiring fan here.From what I can tell you go from student to master all in the course of each project and have the knack to teach it at a high level.Great way to employ your youth and your talent. Very inspirational as well.Bravo!
Why thank you!!! That means a lot. I am glad you enjoy the videos and appreciate you being here🥰🫶🏻
I ordered a 2024 Promaster because of your step by step instruction videos. Can’t thank you enough.
That means a lot. Thank you🥰
I've watched a lot of vans built, and I think you are one of the best, simple but detailed.
I appreciate that!
I'm new to your channel, and I love watching build video's. The main reason is that every now and then you witness what I call a little act of genius, like I'd never seen the playdough trick and to make it better, the syringe for putty. Two acts in one video, it could be one in a million. There were a few places where I asked my self why you did one thing in one place but not in another but so far, I'm enjoying the lessons.
Thanks for watching!
I’ve probably viewed this video 4 times and many of your other ones. Thank you. Your videos have been a tremendous help during my build.
Glad you found it helpful🤗
This woman is incredible, I am on the same adventure with my van, she is beautiful, she is smart and she works with tools, I love her!
Awh, thank you so much! Best of luck on your conversion.
@@LaurenLawliss ♥️
What is your profession, Are you a teacher? The reason I ask is that you do so well, explaining everything in detail. You have unbelievable patience. And I'm here to say thank you. I'm following suit, Your directions with me build.
I have watched many people build out their rigs. No one has been more detailed in explaining from the beginning to the end of every step. I don't know if you have a clue as to what that means to others. Well, I'm one of the others, and when I said thank you, I'm sure so many others would agree. You the bomb Laura.❤💯✌️🥰👍🙌🙏 I am so looking forward to your next video. Please! 🙏 be careful, we need you around.
Thank you for the kind words. That truly means so much and makes me feel better about putting in all the little details - I never know if it is overkill. Thank you for the reassurance 💖🫶🏻
@@LaurenLawliss 🙏🏾❤️👍🏾✌🏾 No overkill, you are on point.
Thanks ☺️
You are the person most worth following, your content is very old, thank you❤
Thank you! I appreciate that🥰
WOW !! Great work. I see this channel growing. 😊
I appreciate it💖
Beautiful work and a great attitude when you got hurt. Thank you for continuing to be such a wonderful teacher!!
Thank you for watching and commenting! 🥰
Hi Lauren. It's lovely to see you again and another awesome job. I love how particular you are with your build, 🥰🤗 See you soon and have a wonderful week.
Thanks for tuning in and leaving a comment. Truly means a lot🥰
This is the best and most detailed video I have seen. Cleared up a lot of things I have been wondering about. Thank You
Glad you found it helpful! Good luck with your install - you got this👍🏻
I was wondering when you were going to post another video,man,that van might be better built than my 1930s house,its never goona fall down...lol..seriously,you are doing an excellant job,bet you cant wait to hit the road.thanks for sharing and keep up the good work....be blessed
Hahaha thanks. I must say it feels extremely sturdy and doesn’t make a sound when I drive so I am very happy about that lol. I appreciate you watching and commenting☺️
Barely into the video and you've already solved two of my problems. The playdough and the paddle but for countersinks are brilliant.
Wahoo! Glad I could help. Good luck with your install ☺️
Sidenote - would love a tour of your final van build if it's completed :)
I’ll be sharing a van tour video eventually🤩
Okay wow 😂🎉 I noticed that many of your viewers are thanking you for the superb instructional M.O. I'm chiming in with wholehearted agreement... and already totally subbed in at the l9 minute mark instead of my usual... watch a couple and we'll see ... I'm 68 ( for a few years now 😉) and you have helped me sooo much 😂😊❤ this is my first vid of yours and I can already tell this is going to be a fav chanel for me. My sincere thanks Lauren 🤓 PREESH ❤
I am so happy you found my channel. Thanks for subscribing and welcome!
Love the cedar ceiling !! smells great and the bugs hate it !! nice job !
The smell is AMAZING😭💖 Thanks for watching and commenting!
Oh great video. Am hoping to watch the video on you installing your lights. Is it available soon? ☺️
It’s currently a work in progress!
@LaurenLawliss just gotta edit it or what? XD
Yeahhhhh
Lauren you are such a great instructor and informative. Is this your first build? If so you definitely have done your research. Love it!
Thank you for the kind words! Yes, this is my first ever build. Research has been key to my success for sure😄
Hi Lauren, you are such a joy to watch. I am going to start doing my Ducato this winter, and I have you as my guiding light. I know it is a lot of work to video everything you do, but rest assured that a lot of people love you for it. Hope to meet you on the road some day! Love, Stefan.
Hi Stefan! That is so exciting. Wishing you the best of luck on your build, you got this!
Thank you for the kind words. It really does mean a lot. I am glad all my time out into recording and editing these videos are helping others💖
This is just amazing!!!
Thank you!!!
You are a very impressive lady! Just love your thought process. Just about to start our build on a 23 Promaster 159 ext and have just started devouring your videos. I've been absorbing all I can and making notes for two years now and there's only a few channels that have the caliber of sharing, tips and hacks that you do. Nice job! Looks like a nice yard and piece of property you're on there! Cheers from the mitten! Dan
Thanks! Good luck with your build.
Really nice work and good job with the videos.
Appreciate it!
Really nice work, you are a natural. We are doing an older van with tons of headroom when I sit crisscross applesauce 😂 but seriously you give me a lot of great ideas and how to build ours smarter and not just slap it together. Thank you 🙏🏻
Thank you for watching and commenting! Best of luck on your build😇🥰
Great job!!! Look forward to see the process!!! From Texas!!!
Thank you!!
Perfect Timing 👍 another awesome video 👍
Glad you like it🥰
Welcome Back. I hope you haven't already installed your heater. I just bought the gasoline heater from VelitCamping (gas, not diesel). Mine is working great and not having to fuss with a second fuel source is so nice. I'd recommend the gasoline heater, if you haven't already installed a heater.
Great to be back! I have installed my heater already and I LOVE IT! It is the Webasto EVO 40 that pulls fuel from my vans gas tank. It also works in high altitudes which I plan on traveling to. I’m glad you found a heater you like too!
Ooh, I felt that when you nailed your finger. I've had them hit metal and deflect into my finger. Hope it wasn't majorly damaged. BTW, great vid.
Hahaha it startled me for sure and hurt a few days after but nothing severe, thankfully 😅
i`m giantkey,and i love your video,it`s helps many people to make it`s own system.
Thank you!
im jest getting started with my van
How exciting!! Wishing you the best😁
Great detail.. REALLY APPRECIATE IT!
Thank you! Glad you liked it!
Outstanding Lauren. Love the progress on the van. And, very informative, as always.
Thank you, Doug! Appreciate you watching🥰
Thank you for the awesome tutorials!!!!
Absolutely! Thanks for watching and commenting 🫶🏻
I like your way of working. You have very good ideas. I`m sure your van will loo beautiful
Thank you!
Another fantastic video. Nicely done!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Play dough, brilliant ! You're very talented.
The play dough was so helpful 😆
❤❤❤❤💙💙💙💙
Thanks for sharing your videos with step by step design details.
My pleasure 😊
Subscribed a bit ago and this is your 2nd instructional video I'm watching, preparing for my build. You are an awesome inspiration and patient passionate instructor. This is Soo cool. THANXS I AM DOING THIS.
Welcome! I’m so glad you found my channel and have found the videos helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Alright Lauren. Ive seen your build from start to most recent. Im sold! Im sending over my old jeep zj to be "Lawlissed". Great work. Stay well. DC in so cal
Hahaha thank you. I like that term, “Lawlissed.”😅
hi. solid work on your build. I used glue for back end piece...no issues yet!! Enjoy your videos!
Thank you. I appreciate it!
Nice video! Very thorough 👍👍
Appreciate it🥰
awesome video as always Lauren! i'm doing a promaster conversion too and your videos are always very helpful. thank you for going over the little details as well!
Thank you for watching and commenting! Best of luck on your conversion. Enjoy the journey🥰
Awesome build
Thank you!
These videos are incredible! thank you
Glad you like them!
*OHHH I WAS REALLY LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR NEW BUILD VAN TOUR. WHERE WHERE WHERE?*
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Maybe next year!?
Put some of the black 3m caulk you used to mount the air apparatus to the top, either to the hole or at the rivnut, (experiment what fits you best) and then install. Let it dry and it will hold far superior weight than the plus nut.
I have no issues or complaints with the way I did it so the plusnuts worked well for me😄
Looking forward to your next video.
Thanks for following along!
Hi Lauren, love your videos, it given me a few ideas to change my bed area. Do you have any videos on building the cabinets, thanks Ian.
Hi Ian! Glad you like my videos. I have not made a video on my cabinets yet (with the exception of my bed area’s first phase). I did record it all and hope to share it here one day.
Nagyon ügyes vagy , szuper lesz az autód !
Thank you!
I hope youre doing good Lauren, loved your videos for helping my wife and set up our van while living out of it😅 did you ever end up finishing your build? Would love to see how it turned out!
Hey! I’m doing well, thanks. The van is about 90% done minus some small projects here and there. Been solely focused on traveling for the last 8 months but going to work on some projects soon. Follow me on Instagram for updates from the road and to see the van’s current state ☺️🫶🏻
Its so cute how you doing all this
Thanks
Hey Lauren, Hope your travels are going well! Did you post a how to vid on running pucklights? I may be missing it.. I know there are others out there but your tutorials are on another level lol. Thank you 😊
Hey! I have not posted the puck light video yet but it is the next one in que. The van is 90% done now so I will have videos for every step… once I get then edited 😆
Thank you!
You’re welcome ☺️
Это великолепно, в современном мире не все мужчины на такое способны. Собираюсь в следующем году тоже заняться строительством авто дома. Смотрю все твои ролики, ищу классные идеи и их решения.
Thanks for watching and commenting. Glad you like the videos☺️
The restraint to not curse while nailing your finger is amazing lol.
Hahaha life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react😆
Another Great Video Again, ( you nailed it ) , and you were funny 😄
Hahaha thank you!
Great ideas you have! How did you learn all that building stuff? The play doh idea rocks!
Thanks. I’m all self taught!
Hi Lauren!
Really enjoy your videos, enjoy the way you explained as you go along.
At 49:44 you brad nailed your finger and you took it well, be very careful it’s easy to get hurt.
It could had been worst, I noticed at 42:02, 42:04 and 42:08 while using the circular saw your fingers where to close to the blade.
Be careful, GB.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Haha I have really good control over my reactions and fight or flight 😆
Safety is always top of mind but I am human and mistakes do happen.
❤Thanks your videos are so helpful
Glad you like them!
I'm currently in the process of doing exactly this :-)
That’s great! Good luck.
@@LaurenLawliss :-) ua-cam.com/video/IMbQkDkCyss/v-deo.html
We have the same van as you do and your videos are soooo helpful! Thank you!!! Question: what are the measurements of your cabinets- do you have videos on your cabinets?
I’m glad to hear you find my videos helpful! I have a video out for my bed area which covers the dimensions. In terms of my dresser and kitchen unit, they are 36.5” in height overall, 20” deep and 46.5” in length. I recorded the whole project, but still need to edit the videos for that😊
@@LaurenLawliss thanks!!
Great video, I think the 12 foot boards would have been almost too much for one person to handle.The van is looking great.
That’s a good point. I didn’t think of that haha. Would have definitely struggled with 12 foot boards by myself.
Great video. Could you tell me if the strips in the back are 1 inch or 1 1/2 inch wide? I think I heard you mention both sizes.
Thanks! I used 1/2” Baltic birch plywood for the ceiling furring strips.
Lauren i love your videos and i hope your new video is coming soon.
Thanks for following along. Many more to come… eventually.
Love the detailed explanation. Promaster is a Fiat Ducato where I am..your videos are been used as a master reference, so thank you. Quick question Lauren in terms of registration of the vehicle, do you have to do anything (when ready) to change from from a Cargo Van to a Campervan ?
Thank you for watching and commenting! In terms of insurance it changes country to country and state to state. So I’m not comfortable answering this questions with confidence, sorry.
Love Her !!!
Thank you☺️
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Greetings!
Did you have to put commercial insurance on your van? I just purchased a Ram Promaster high roof and the vin is showing commercial. If you did not have to insure as a commercial vehicle please let me know the work around! Love your videos. I am using for reference to build mine out.
Thanks for the question. Laws will vary state to state. Personally I did not need to insure it as a commercial vehicle. Once I completed the build I retitled the van as an RV and insured it as such.
PLS make a video on how you built your upper cabinets!
I recorded the whole thing! Just need to get it edited. They turned out perfect if I do say so myself😉
Hi,
You are helping us so much!!!
Thanks!!
Question: approximately how much Baltic birch did you use? I’m estimating (for 4x8 sheets) of Baltic birch (yes that size is available yay)
1/2”- 6 sheets
1/4”- 2 sheets
1/8”- 3 sheets
Just wondering if I’m anywhere in ball park or if it’s a crazy amount
Hey! Good question. It depends on what you plan to build and what thickness you want for everything. Of course the more cabinetry you have, the more wood you will need. I purchased the following 4x8 sheets below (quantities on the left) and I planned every cut to limit waste:
2 - 1/8”
10 - 1/4”
18 - 1/2”
4 - 3/4”
My van is 85% done so I still need to purchase some more wood for final touches but not major quantities. Your estimations seem very low to me for a full van build… very low. Doesn’t hurt to get some now and wait until you need more.
@@LaurenLawliss thanks so much!
We don’t have as much cabinetry as you do- we have ikea bed supports and less garage cabinets, only overhead cabinets, kitchen cabinet and one for toilet and a bench with frig storage. But I am probably still underestimating
We have to travel 4 hours to Anchorage to get lumber 😩
If you’re ever in Alaska, look us up- we live in Kenny Lake (Wrangell St. Elias National Park area- out in the boonies. We have 10 acres and a log cabin.
@@LaurenLawliss I have Vanspace but it crashes my computer so I’m trying to learn Sketchup.
@@LaurenLawliss what did you use the 3/4 inch for?
We hope to use 1/2 for cabinets except 1/4 for backing and 1/8 for walls
I feel your pain. Every time I needed wood I have to make a 6 hour roundtrip drive and had to do that 3 times 😆
I loved Anchorage. Can’t wait to go back.
Lauren, are you coming back to make any more videos?
That’s the plan! It’s very time consuming so I’m trying to find a balance because I miss sharing with y’all so much. Stay tuned 🫶🏻💖
Superkvinna hej från Sverige ❤❤
Hello!
You're awesome
Thank you!
Thanks to Lauren as the main source and inspiration for my own cedar plank ceiling. I did a couple things differently: Like another youtuber, I snapped chalk lines on the ceiling before putting up the cedar planks so I didn't have to start in the middle. Instead, I could start on one side and make small adjustments where necessary to keep the boards on the lines. This also made it easier to "blind nail" the planks through the tongues, which hides them. This is the way pros do T&G.
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Appreciate it! I did attempt a chalk line, but personally was not confident in it so I did some measuring for reassurance. I wanted to install the nails in a hidden manner like the pros do, but my boards are only a 1/4” thin and likely would have damaged the boards. Enjoy your ceiling!
Lauren, the puck video never came lol. Did you at least record it?
Editing it now!
Curious, how much wire (feet) did you use? Lol
just noticed videos ended a year ago. you should take it back up, you are great at it.
I have the next one in the works, just need to finish it. Thank you!
How tall are you? I'm 6'3" and am leaning toward a Transit HR. Definitely snowboard a lot, so I was thinking of a 1.5" Zip R-Sheathing floor. I haven't decided on the ceiling yet.
I am 6’. The ProMaster isn’t as tall as Transits and Sprinters but it is wider so I could put my bed wall to wall instead of front to back. My subfloor is 1/2 inch plywood and 1/4 inch vinyl planks. My ceiling is 1/2 inch furring strip and 1/4 inch tongue and groove. I cannot imagine making the floor or ceiling any thicker as it would not be comfy to standup in the van.
@@LaurenLawliss Thank you for the information. That confirms why I didn't think the ProMaster would be for me. I remember some winter nights going below 0F. In the planning I keep thinking that in a Transit, I might have to bite the bullet for FlareSpaces w/o windows or to go with a front/back bench/bed setup.
You could also look at the ProMaster extra high roof. They came out with that version last year after I already bought my van😆 flare will be a nice touch!
@@LaurenLawliss oh that's awesome... 7ft of internal height will make it a serious consideration. It seems to only come in the 159wb though.
The 159” wheelbase is what I have and it’s perfect! I wouldn’t want to go anymore or any less
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Thanks for watching and commenting!