Honda Element Camper - Building A Slat Bed FREE PLANS

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  • Опубліковано 19 вер 2019
  • FREE PLANS 2D drawing and 3D CAD file for this bed:
    amymakesstuff.com/?p=2165
    Tour of my full camper setup: • Honda Element Micro-ca...
    Free plans for the shelf unit: • Honda Element Micro Ca...
    Video for the round over plane I'm using to round all the edges: • Machining A Round-over...
    Thank you for watching!
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  • @michael-rommel
    @michael-rommel 4 роки тому +12

    I could listen to your voice all day - you have such a nice, no-frills attitude to your video producing, without resorting to overly exciting tones or crazy gestures or faces - such a beautiful contrast to many other takes on similar ideas. You seem to care much about the functional design, fitting shapes and quality execution, but still manage to work with inexpensive materials, that fit the intended purpose. Also nice to see the roundover plane in action. I like that conversion project a lot. Cheers, Micha.

  • @rzsMALICE
    @rzsMALICE 4 роки тому +98

    This is by far the best element bed design I've seen. Thank you for sharing.

    • @BigMacSam
      @BigMacSam 4 роки тому +1

      I've built a table/arm rest for mine. It's in one of my videos. Cheers! #BigMacSam

    • @MySonsMother
      @MySonsMother 4 роки тому +1

      The same bed n many vintage campers.

    • @AmyMakesStuff
      @AmyMakesStuff  4 роки тому +2

      thank you!

    • @AmyMakesStuff
      @AmyMakesStuff  4 роки тому +3

      @@BigMacSam nice looking armrest :)

    • @BigMacSam
      @BigMacSam 4 роки тому +1

      @@AmyMakesStuff Thank you very much! Stay awesome!

  • @TheRustGuysllc
    @TheRustGuysllc 2 роки тому +4

    Your voice is relaxing and your craftsmanship is executed very well . Thank you

  • @tvc380
    @tvc380 4 роки тому +63

    Out of all the camper van videos I've watched, yours is the best bed design I have seen! I like your woodworking skills too, very impressive!

  • @donwyates
    @donwyates 4 роки тому +11

    Very inspiring! I'm about to start my "build" in a Honda Pilot. I'm 62, and have been a woodworker (off & on) since high school, and if mine turns out even half as good as yours, I'll be pretty happy. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @danielferguson6449
    @danielferguson6449 4 роки тому +7

    Ahhh that fit is so satisfying...will definitely follow this when I do a rebuild

  • @wayofthehike
    @wayofthehike 4 роки тому +3

    What a superb design. Thanks for taking the time and care to make a video, explain the process, and provide the plans. This is really well thought out and I appreciated the tight fits you achieved and the rounding of the edges and corners.

  • @RecreationallyHouseless
    @RecreationallyHouseless 4 роки тому +10

    Amy, you’re a freaking rockstar. Thanks so much for generously sharing this. I’ll be referencing your build for the plans on my Element!

  • @lovehomesteading1134
    @lovehomesteading1134 4 роки тому +3

    Fantastic work, it looks great! Love watching a well planned out design come together.

  • @jatorresrv
    @jatorresrv 4 роки тому +5

    AWESOME attention to detail! Great job! Thanks for sharing.

  • @penafraa
    @penafraa 4 роки тому +4

    LOVE THIS! I have always loved the Honda Element. Love the bed design and may replicate to add a bed to my 1970 Chevy C10 pickup.

  • @CatherineRHarrison
    @CatherineRHarrison 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent tutorial. Your channel deserves many more views - van builders are missing out. Not a moment wasted. Thank you.

  • @Soul_senpai
    @Soul_senpai 4 роки тому +3

    This bed is AMAZING!! I especially enjoy the collapsing aspect, since that would allow a one of the seats to still fit. 🙌🙌🙌🙌👏👏👏👏

  • @robgindc1
    @robgindc1 4 роки тому +2

    Nice build! I like the 2-piece slide out, gives you almost an L-shaped sofa/lounger with the right cushions. Thoughtfully innovative, again; you rock.

  • @pabrowncoatbrewer7154
    @pabrowncoatbrewer7154 2 роки тому

    I absolutely love your content. The things that sold me on your channel was the fact that you included your mistakes, how to fix them, and the design tweaks along the path to final assembly.

  • @kathyhoodstock6886
    @kathyhoodstock6886 4 роки тому +2

    I’ll definitely use your plans on my 2005 Element, and send results. Really appreciate the attention to detail and the glimpse of your work shop, impressive small shop space ! Thanks for sharing your expertise!

    • @AmyMakesStuff
      @AmyMakesStuff  4 роки тому +1

      looking forward to seeing your setup! yes, the little shop gets a lot of love :)

  • @mbusch76
    @mbusch76 4 роки тому +8

    Nice work. Quality craftsmanship.

  • @gsteigerlilly
    @gsteigerlilly 3 роки тому +43

    So refreshing to have a woman look and act like a professional, and not try to be cute or funny or somehow feel she has to sell her personality instead of showing how to make a product. Yahoo for you Amy!

    • @AlyssaVanilla
      @AlyssaVanilla 2 роки тому +13

      You can compliment women without having to tear down others. There is nothing wrong with being “cute” or “funny” and it certainly does not indicate a lack of professionalism.

    • @dundeedideley1773
      @dundeedideley1773 2 роки тому +1

      Well I thought she was very cute

    • @chasedbyAUGG1E2066
      @chasedbyAUGG1E2066 2 роки тому +1

      Yah not the best comment bud

    • @pajo2012
      @pajo2012 5 днів тому

      I agree,just straightforward with the facts

  • @offgridjack5779
    @offgridjack5779 4 роки тому +8

    The young lady has some skills!!! Excellent!!

  • @mirarose2670
    @mirarose2670 3 роки тому +1

    I've seen many Element camper videos and they're all great but this is by far my favorite, thank you!! 🤘💓

  • @bluewaterjones
    @bluewaterjones 4 роки тому

    I'm in awe of your woodworking skills. Very well done. Thanks for sharing!

  • @4philipp
    @4philipp Рік тому

    Love the details that make the sliding in easier. And keeping the slide in two sections is more practical too.
    Looks like a great design and awesome execution.

  • @jojojo9178
    @jojojo9178 4 роки тому +4

    it is a real kick for me to see how all the forms you made so carefully with the bendsaw are fitting like a glove. Wow! That must be really satisfying. I'm always struggling with the round and bending contours in my Kangoo, even when i'm using cardboard or paper, it always differs a few milimeters.. grrr. So I produce a lot of molds before i can make my definite element. Great work and fascinating to watch you work.

  • @JonWuClimbs
    @JonWuClimbs 4 роки тому

    This is awesome! I love how you made the pull-out section in two pieces. Thanks for the drawings.

  • @caziko48
    @caziko48 4 роки тому

    So kind of you to share your amazing design. Thank you 🙏😀

  • @TheMagicTaco
    @TheMagicTaco 4 роки тому +8

    WOW! This young lady is Amazing! Wish I had her skills to build my own bed on my Element...!

  • @saxmanzzz
    @saxmanzzz 3 роки тому

    I didn't realise how much work and skill had gone into making the bed. The precision work and attention to detail is superb. Thanks for posting this

  • @ericaspitzfaden4280
    @ericaspitzfaden4280 4 роки тому

    Super helpful. Just the right amount of detail. The turnbuckle was not something I had considered and I will definitely add it to my build. Same with the curve pieces. Thank you so much.

  • @Markfps
    @Markfps 4 роки тому +1

    Amy, I'm watching all of your very interesting videos, I'm going to run out of them! Keep up the good work!

  • @agentbey
    @agentbey 2 роки тому

    Very satisfying to watch and especially when the the slats make that clicking sound when you push them back into place.

  • @aerofpv2109
    @aerofpv2109 3 роки тому +2

    You're such a soothing person. Thank you

  • @frankieeemarieee
    @frankieeemarieee 4 роки тому

    This is badass, especially for someone (me) that wants to car camp but also has a toddler that must be seated in the back. Very cool, thank you!

  • @victorlugo6045
    @victorlugo6045 4 роки тому

    Great set-up!!!! Can’t wait to start working on my own. Thank you so much for sharing plans. 😎🤙 Safe travels!

  • @fernandobriseno8164
    @fernandobriseno8164 3 роки тому +1

    Very ingenious design for that bed.

  • @QBIX23
    @QBIX23 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing woodworking skills, I'm impressed. It gave me an idea for my MitsuMontero.

  • @tachunwu116
    @tachunwu116 4 роки тому +3

    妳的手工真的很棒!靈巧的設計,謝謝分享。

  • @charriechers8154
    @charriechers8154 4 роки тому +1

    This is so rad! Thank you so much for sharing the plans. This is exactly what I've been wanting to make since I bought my Element, but I wasn't sure how to go about it. You're a badass crafty angel.

    • @AmyMakesStuff
      @AmyMakesStuff  4 роки тому

      Good luck on the build, thanks for watching!

  • @blackwidowsm
    @blackwidowsm 4 роки тому +1

    Appreciate your attention to detail particularly on the contour pieces. Mad carpentry skills! Keep up the great vids👍 Great inspiration for an innovation I planning.

  • @JimSchumannKBMLF
    @JimSchumannKBMLF 3 роки тому

    Rounding over all the edges, really a nice job!

  • @summerlinpublic5673
    @summerlinpublic5673 9 місяців тому

    wow! Very nice work! That bed is awesome!

  • @elafrum1278
    @elafrum1278 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing! Its helped me figure out how I want my own build to be, and a step to step is helpful 🙌

  • @katieryan9259
    @katieryan9259 3 роки тому +1

    Gosh! You make it look so easy! I'm wanting to do something similar for my Honda fit. I love the simple design and the versatility of the bed/bench.

    • @AmyMakesStuff
      @AmyMakesStuff  3 роки тому

      You can do it!! Also everything looks easier after editing 😆 A Honda Fit will be cozy but I love that car, my brother has one.

  • @NerfNerdster
    @NerfNerdster 2 місяці тому

    Cool build!! Elements have a lot of usable space !

  • @mikestone9129
    @mikestone9129 Рік тому

    Great job Amy, turned out really nice.

  • @GorillaDesperado
    @GorillaDesperado 4 роки тому +1

    Oh, Amy! You did a yeoman's job with these plans, really outstanding. Thanks!

  • @renatopiereck8549
    @renatopiereck8549 5 місяців тому

    Amazing work, very well crafted and built!

  • @ddab9183
    @ddab9183 4 роки тому +1

    You are an amazing crafts person. I wish I had your equipment to make the bed but you have given me some ideas on how to get a bed like that even if I, as an apartment dweller, don’t have the machinery you have, You are an inspiration? Thank you,

  • @heatherwood2449
    @heatherwood2449 4 роки тому

    Nice tools, I also like woodworking...I like the plans and the finish work. Yes, this is a favorite design.

  • @ritaweygint4038
    @ritaweygint4038 4 роки тому

    Just perfect! You are a true craftswoman!

  • @jonsl2000
    @jonsl2000 4 роки тому

    Very thoroughly planned and crafted. Well done :)

  • @orlandoarciaga800
    @orlandoarciaga800 3 роки тому +1

    TY for sharing your design! I've just built it for my 18 4runner TRD without ripping according to plans (too lazy to use a table saw). Lost some bed width, redoing it and planning to fold bed towards the wheel well too. Again ty.

  • @ianpeksa
    @ianpeksa Рік тому

    This is by far the best build/most informative video for this style of bed for the Element that I've seen. I'm returning to The States after living in Europe for a few years (where we sadly do not have any Elements) and first on my list is to buy another one. I will definitely give this build a shot when I do. Thank you so much Amy!!!

  • @BBBCanada1
    @BBBCanada1 4 роки тому

    Really like how you cut pieces for the contour of the van. Nice work.

  • @burkemeyers8508
    @burkemeyers8508 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing Amy!!!

  • @robvannNS
    @robvannNS 4 роки тому

    Very nice woodworking...lots of care and attention to detail.

  • @CJ-nf5jd
    @CJ-nf5jd Рік тому

    Nice. Very handy design and construction skills. Thank you.

  • @sanfilms786
    @sanfilms786 4 роки тому +1

    Your wood working skill is excellent you are too good with proper finishing. I will be converting my TOYOTA QUALIS in to a micro camper. Thanks for sharing your work with us. God bless.

  • @positivasiempre2095
    @positivasiempre2095 4 роки тому

    You are so smart. I admire when a woman can do stuff by herself. Keep going. Love it. I need a teacher like you.

  • @46_wrtyui
    @46_wrtyui 4 роки тому

    You are absolutely the best designer.

  • @bobbycampos6576
    @bobbycampos6576 2 місяці тому

    Absolutely LOVE this and am making one myself to repay the current two box system that I have.

  • @memikel1489
    @memikel1489 4 роки тому +1

    Wow beauty brains and skills of a master boat builder.

  • @lisaordell2467
    @lisaordell2467 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful work ❤

  • @mendozaconsultation
    @mendozaconsultation 4 роки тому +1

    Very nice Beautiful. Gd luck on your travels and have fun. Please Be safe.

  • @pianodaryl
    @pianodaryl 4 роки тому

    I like this design. I have a futon that folds up, but this would be more convenient, light weight and easier to operate. Excellent!

  • @Divercitylife
    @Divercitylife 4 роки тому

    Wow!!! Absolutely fantastic! I love it!!

  • @Smudgie
    @Smudgie 3 роки тому

    A real professional job. Thanks for sharing and helping.

  • @connief5154
    @connief5154 4 роки тому

    You are who I want to be when I grow up--but since I'm 62 now, not likely. Awesome build, going to give it a try.....we'll see. LOL Thanks for the awesome video and the plans.

  • @chasetaylor1686
    @chasetaylor1686 4 роки тому

    Yay!! You are amazing!! Very nice design!! Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @lubricatedgoat
    @lubricatedgoat 3 роки тому +1

    I love all the engineering, but damn your voice is so relaxing it helps me sleep!!

  • @hannahstewart9513
    @hannahstewart9513 3 роки тому

    Hi Amy, a big thank you for sharing this and the plans! Over on the other side of the world (in Australia), I have adapted your design for my VW Caddy and love it. I can say with certainty that it would have taken me at least double the time to figure it all out without your generously shared videos and plans!

    • @AmyMakesStuff
      @AmyMakesStuff  3 роки тому

      Yay!!! That’s awesome, I’m so happy to hear that, congrats on your build!

  • @tipsybo
    @tipsybo 6 місяців тому

    I like the design and the quality of your wood working skill. Great to see😊

  • @wanderworm
    @wanderworm 2 роки тому

    Looks amazing. Thanks for sharing all this.

  • @gregromero6240
    @gregromero6240 3 роки тому +1

    This will save me some serious time. Very detailed. Thank you Amy!!!

    • @AmyMakesStuff
      @AmyMakesStuff  3 роки тому

      You’re welcome! Good luck on your build!

  • @222222273ful
    @222222273ful 4 роки тому

    This is bad ass, I’m so doing this to my 2004 element ASAP. It’s camping season!

  • @johnpeterson6225
    @johnpeterson6225 4 роки тому

    Great job Amy.
    May use that idea in the bed of my pickup...
    Thanks

  • @judichristopher4604
    @judichristopher4604 5 місяців тому +1

    EXCELLENT VIDEO
    I have been wanting to do this for years... and this year should be the year!
    I have seen many other videos ... but I LOVE yours because for one thing... you have 2 different pull out... SOOOOO Smart. and you took the time to SAND all the wood.
    Thank you for sharing this great video.

    • @AmyMakesStuff
      @AmyMakesStuff  5 місяців тому +1

      I’m glad you like it 😊 good luck on your build and happy camping!!!

    • @judichristopher4604
      @judichristopher4604 5 місяців тому +1

      @@AmyMakesStuff
      Thank YOU Amy

  • @curirl2
    @curirl2 4 роки тому

    Simply amazing!!! Wow!

  • @Eri-Stands
    @Eri-Stands 4 роки тому

    The best step by step..
    Great job thanks for sharing.

  • @kevintorres9928
    @kevintorres9928 2 роки тому

    Beautiful work!

  • @MrUltralight55
    @MrUltralight55 4 роки тому

    Well done and well narrated!!

  • @gsdls
    @gsdls Рік тому

    Very cool build. Thank you for sharing

  • @johnnow1
    @johnnow1 2 роки тому

    The best built I have seen!

  • @lhuneycutt8023
    @lhuneycutt8023 Рік тому

    Great bed and video. Thank you for sharing.

  • @rickt1951
    @rickt1951 2 роки тому

    Wow, I got to say I am very impressed with your design and the way you put it together. I'm 70 and could never do anything like this but if you don't mind I'm going to borrow your plans with hopes that I can find someone who can build this for me. I watched some of your other videos and again you are amazing. Thank you for sharing.

  • @olmo47
    @olmo47 4 роки тому

    thank you, one of the simple and best i have seen, you are awesome.

  • @Horaizone
    @Horaizone 4 роки тому

    Brilliant!!! Thanks for sharing and keep making stuff!!!

  • @Someonereallycares
    @Someonereallycares 4 роки тому

    The best Art is usable Art. Amazing.

  • @TearDropTravels
    @TearDropTravels Місяць тому

    Nice work, thanks for sharing your expertise.

  • @-mike-8134
    @-mike-8134 3 роки тому

    good job Amy, good job!

  • @zenfully13
    @zenfully13 4 роки тому

    Great Ideas! Thanks for sharing your plans. Looking forward to watching more of your handy videos! #Elements4ever!

  • @huyked
    @huyked 3 роки тому

    You are a master craftsman! Nice!

  • @manondesrochers5729
    @manondesrochers5729 3 роки тому

    I love your tutorial. Thank you for sharing

  • @elab8461
    @elab8461 3 роки тому

    You are amazing. Very nicely done.

  • @kamboora
    @kamboora 3 роки тому

    as i enjoyed your videos, thanks for sharing with us, i just feel proud of you

  • @lmajc494
    @lmajc494 4 роки тому

    fabulous! and its so soothing to watch your videos.....

  • @hermannvalsson4237
    @hermannvalsson4237 4 роки тому

    Great Workshop thank uou, regards from Iceland.

  • @JG24rlzsun
    @JG24rlzsun 4 роки тому

    Awesome job! I’m gonna try this or something similar starting tomorrow I think. Thanks!

  • @stevethecat9194
    @stevethecat9194 6 місяців тому

    This is great. Thank you.

  • @willeudave7839
    @willeudave7839 Рік тому

    been looking for some solid designs that i like and i think i finally found one! thanks!

  • @ybab-j
    @ybab-j 3 роки тому

    I love your style! Wabi sabi, to the point.