When I had a Sprinter, it was setup with just E-track around the perimeter and I strapped carts on both sides. I also mounted stands on the back doors. It worked well for me because I was often putting additional camera carts in, and sometimes I needed to get everything out entirely, so having it all on wheels made that very simple. The major problem with how I has it setup was it left a very narrow walkway down the middle that wasn’t wide enough for a cart, so it tended to get packed with awkward long things. Dealing with those things was always a hassle because they had to be moved before you could load or unload anything at all. I like how yours is designed. It wastes less space because you can still keep a couple of carts in the center isle, you aren’t ramming into the van’s wheel wells with cart wheels, and it takes better advantage of the height. It also looks like you still have enough room to carry one or two collapsed Magliners in the vertical position in front of your two DIY carts. Overall, nice job! What’s your plan for sandbags? Ideally those would be near a door, or when you get the lift gate, on a cart of their own.
@@MrAndrewClaycomb There are a few locals that have their vans as 100% carts. They are great for big shoots. But when you need just one thing off each cart, it can be a nightmare. Since I do both camera and G&E, this was the best setup for me overall. Like you noticed, two carts and some magliners do the trick. I run shot bags and have 20 x 20# shot bags right at the sliding door. You can see it kitted out for shoot here: ua-cam.com/video/TCBzDbbidTw/v-deo.html Thank you so much for the comment and for watching!
@@MrAndrewClaycombinteresting to hear! I agree that a hybrid setup is probably the best. You can fit more stuff on shelves (generally speaking), but having carts is also a must have. I really like how piotrs is set up. Seems very sturdy, and he’s able to fit a bunch on those shelves whether milk crates, apples, aputures, etc. I have a similar setup with shelving on the left side, stands on the right, and then E track all around on the walls and shelves to secure carts and fishers. It seems to be pretty versatile as opposed to everything on carts. Looking forward to seeing what lift gate he goes with! I’m thinking he likes the palfinger ;)
Amazing built, love your videos, you're so well articulate, English is not my mother tongue but I understand you so well. Thanks so much to share your experiences!!!
I think it would be interesting to learn about how you into bring a Grip for hire, and also your individual journey from the beginning, and whether it began as a videographer, PA, or something else.
Getting into a van is not always in the books, but it often happens quicker than you expect. Thank you for following along with the series! Now what do I upload next?
So I have a bunch of the light duty stands, but don’t use them too often. I tend to grab cstsnds for the little setups. I carry 9 full size and 2 short ones on a cart. I also bring rolling stands if it will make it easy on me.
I have a payload capacity of 4,453 lbs. All in on the added strut, lumber and hardware I'm at 750 lbs on the build so far. I have 400 lbs of shot bags on the van. That gives me 3,300 lbs of payload for my gear. I have plenty of wiggle room and don't expect to reach my limit with the style of work I do.
Finally ready to work out of the van! Do you like a cart only style setup or a hybrid like mine?
When I had a Sprinter, it was setup with just E-track around the perimeter and I strapped carts on both sides. I also mounted stands on the back doors. It worked well for me because I was often putting additional camera carts in, and sometimes I needed to get everything out entirely, so having it all on wheels made that very simple. The major problem with how I has it setup was it left a very narrow walkway down the middle that wasn’t wide enough for a cart, so it tended to get packed with awkward long things. Dealing with those things was always a hassle because they had to be moved before you could load or unload anything at all.
I like how yours is designed. It wastes less space because you can still keep a couple of carts in the center isle, you aren’t ramming into the van’s wheel wells with cart wheels, and it takes better advantage of the height. It also looks like you still have enough room to carry one or two collapsed Magliners in the vertical position in front of your two DIY carts. Overall, nice job!
What’s your plan for sandbags? Ideally those would be near a door, or when you get the lift gate, on a cart of their own.
@@MrAndrewClaycomb There are a few locals that have their vans as 100% carts. They are great for big shoots. But when you need just one thing off each cart, it can be a nightmare. Since I do both camera and G&E, this was the best setup for me overall. Like you noticed, two carts and some magliners do the trick.
I run shot bags and have 20 x 20# shot bags right at the sliding door. You can see it kitted out for shoot here:
ua-cam.com/video/TCBzDbbidTw/v-deo.html
Thank you so much for the comment and for watching!
@@MrAndrewClaycombinteresting to hear! I agree that a hybrid setup is probably the best. You can fit more stuff on shelves (generally speaking), but having carts is also a must have. I really like how piotrs is set up. Seems very sturdy, and he’s able to fit a bunch on those shelves whether milk crates, apples, aputures, etc. I have a similar setup with shelving on the left side, stands on the right, and then E track all around on the walls and shelves to secure carts and fishers. It seems to be pretty versatile as opposed to everything on carts. Looking forward to seeing what lift gate he goes with! I’m thinking he likes the palfinger ;)
Amazing built, love your videos, you're so well articulate, English is not my mother tongue but I understand you so well. Thanks so much to share your experiences!!!
That is awesome to hear. English is my second langue, so I feel the struggle. Glad to have you here!
I think it would be interesting to learn about how you into bring a Grip for hire, and also your individual journey from the beginning, and whether it began as a videographer, PA, or something else.
Great idea, it might have to happen in a future video!
Another great van build video. Loved seeing the progress.
Glad you enjoyed it
Awesome job can’t wait to see the final results
Thank you! Here you go:
ua-cam.com/video/TCBzDbbidTw/v-deo.htmlsi=bT0YuE9T05ttHH70
Love your work Pete 👍👌😎
I appreciate it!
Looks so good, if I'm ever in a position to afford a van I'll most likely copy your layout. 😎
Getting into a van is not always in the books, but it often happens quicker than you expect. Thank you for following along with the series!
Now what do I upload next?
Beautiful stuff mate!☺️👌
Thank you! Cheers!
11:57 is this "all" you need in terms of regular lightstands? Do you maybe also have a bunch of slimmer Manfrotto style prosumer grade lightstands?
So I have a bunch of the light duty stands, but don’t use them too often. I tend to grab cstsnds for the little setups. I carry 9 full size and 2 short ones on a cart. I also bring rolling stands if it will make it easy on me.
Do a full van tour with all your kit in there!
Already done!
ua-cam.com/video/TCBzDbbidTw/v-deo.htmlsi=RwHZXlvTAocTVpuC
Can I ask what the hooks / hook system is for light stands?
Such a great and functional build all around.
I used the Matthews Door Racks. One needed to be shaved down to work. But they are solid!
@@PDMokry Thank you 🤘
Yoo..did you ever show how you built your g&e carts?
No video yet, but hope to get one made in the near future.
What would you estimate is the total weight of all the strut and lumber? How are you on total weight once loaded with all the gear?
I have a payload capacity of 4,453 lbs. All in on the added strut, lumber and hardware I'm at 750 lbs on the build so far. I have 400 lbs of shot bags on the van.
That gives me 3,300 lbs of payload for my gear. I have plenty of wiggle room and don't expect to reach my limit with the style of work I do.
@@PDMokry Nice. What do you expect the lift gate weight to be? And what do your custom carts weigh empty? Thanks for making these videos!
Would you be able to release your plans for your build?
Did you watch all the videos?
What app did you use? 👏👏👏👏
kind reminder 😁
It is called “Draft Paper” on for Apple IOS
Thanks a lot, man!@@PDMokry