How I Made A Wooden Rock And Roll Bed

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  • @ExploringthWorld
    @ExploringthWorld Рік тому +38

    Finally, a video that actually explains how to do the thing.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +11

      Hi, I too watch a lot of youtube videos that miss out the most important parts of the explanation. My quest is to remedy that. Thanks for watching.

  • @denysepommet1811
    @denysepommet1811 10 місяців тому +8

    THAT’s exactly what I want! …but with the hinges folding both ways, in order for the bed to become a sofa looking inside of the van, as well as outside of the van to enjoy the view when the back doors are open…

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  9 місяців тому +7

      Yes you could put different hinges on. I'm working on the MkII. Coming soon.

    • @kinhelfa
      @kinhelfa 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@dave-watsonGive it both rear and forward facing seats when in the 'sitting' configuration, I think you'd be on to a winner, Dave. I'm monitoring this for my wee Suzi Carry van. Great job m8y👍

  • @GinaPeters-dx3oy
    @GinaPeters-dx3oy 5 місяців тому +6

    Loved the video. Even an amateur like me could grasp the concept. No fuss, straight forward, delivery

  • @henryfamularo2936
    @henryfamularo2936 5 місяців тому +6

    Sir, you are nothing short of Genius, love your design.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  5 місяців тому

      Many thanks...a very simple design and it works really well.

  • @merlynnevorkosigan
    @merlynnevorkosigan 12 годин тому

    Thank you very much for making and sharing your video. Very much inspired by it. We have a little library nook where our version of your rock and roll bed will go. I love the minimum hardware requirements and ease of making. I particularly like the rounded edges as they make the design very charming. Thanks again!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  5 годин тому

      Many thanks and good luck with the project.

  • @nikola1209
    @nikola1209 Рік тому +8

    This is truly amazing and thank you so much for helping by giving the measurements and step-by-step guide! This is a true gift! Thank you!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +1

      Hi, I'm glad the video was helpful. Thanks for watching.

  • @gasgiant7122
    @gasgiant7122 10 місяців тому +2

    Dave well done, what a great tutorial video on how to actually make something extremely useful, this will save ppl hundreds on a metal one, brilliant & thank you for taking the time to record & edit this gift for us👍

  • @jamesfeeley5854
    @jamesfeeley5854 7 місяців тому +4

    Beautiful craftsmanship

  • @scandivanman
    @scandivanman Рік тому +6

    This was real craftsmanship, thanks for putting the extra time into fliming and uploading it, much appreciated, greetings from 🇸🇪 Sweden

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +1

      Thanks a lot, Hope the video is helpful, thanks for watching.

  • @andrewturton484
    @andrewturton484 6 місяців тому +4

    What a good video. A good clear explanation, and drawings too.

  • @shaunmarsh7101
    @shaunmarsh7101 9 місяців тому +5

    Very professional and easy to follow explanation, started making my own version yesterday after watching this video a couple of times ……. Thankyou for taking the time and effort to film much appreciated…

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  8 місяців тому

      My pleasure, hope your build works out well.

  • @sorchakennedy9956
    @sorchakennedy9956 3 місяці тому +2

    Great video! Thanks so much for posting this. Definitely going to attempt a build and this helps a lot.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks a lot....good luck with the build...I have a MKII which uses 12mm ply instead of the wooden slats....makes the whole thing a lot easier and stronger.

  • @johnakyle5908
    @johnakyle5908 Рік тому +5

    Good to have another video Dave , a clever design, and build .

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +1

      Thanks a lot John, the van conversion is coming soon.

  • @tezzaskayakfishing
    @tezzaskayakfishing 7 місяців тому +3

    Really awesome job Dave. Will be attempting this myself. Great in depth instructions. Thanks mate and brilliant job.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  7 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot...good luck with your build.

  • @winstonduke5517
    @winstonduke5517 9 місяців тому

    I have watched many vids on this subject.Although I have gleaned some useful info from several of them, your vid is by far the best.I am a retired handyman scouser living in the US .Because I have several cedar panels salvaged from discarded wardrobes, I am going to jig saw the platform pieces out of them.The rest of the build will duplicate yours.Many thanks.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  9 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot, hope your build works out well.

  • @peterstrauss9938
    @peterstrauss9938 11 місяців тому +2

    Sehr cooler Typ; danke Dave für die kreative Umsetzung lg aus Österreich lg Peter

  • @vornamenachname8783
    @vornamenachname8783 8 місяців тому +2

    super! This thing has a real everyday usage as bed for guests.
    We don`t have much space. Building something just to use it a couple of times during vacation and tell your wife it`s so super and you`ll use it so often and in the end... we know such stories... 😆.
    But I really like such version, super! I want to make kind of a camping box with such a bed to be used as a "real" bed as well.

  • @WookieSenshi
    @WookieSenshi 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks from Florida, US!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  5 місяців тому

      My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

  • @wykem-h3r
    @wykem-h3r 11 місяців тому +2

    I recent saw a video about Kreg pocket hole Joinery do's & donts I one of the important things was if you see part of the small Pilot hole once you have drilled the pockets It basically means you haven't adjusted the depth collar on the drill bit properly. Something I hadn't necessarily realised even though I am fairly familiar with pocket holes! ... Very clear & informative video though!.... Thanks!.... Marcus...

  • @Sue.242
    @Sue.242 Рік тому +5

    You are a very talented craftsman well done

  • @pedroriding
    @pedroriding 10 місяців тому +2

    Awesome video. Thank you for sharing!

  • @jessicagiorgi8587
    @jessicagiorgi8587 9 днів тому

    Awesome job!! Thanks for the detailed tutorial

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  8 днів тому

      My Pleasure....Thanks for watching.

  • @johnkovacs2388
    @johnkovacs2388 Місяць тому

    Awesome video with good explanations on construction. I’d like to try out your design because of its weight and functionality. Well done Dave cheers m8😊

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Місяць тому

      Thanks a lot....I made a MKII with ply seat/bed....much easier to build.

  • @boyjohn9647
    @boyjohn9647 Місяць тому

    Very nice design. If I was making it, perhaps I would go for plywood bed bases rather screwed and glued slats as it would be much more durable, especially if a heavy person sat on an overhanging corner joint? Very nice clip and design. Thank you for sharing your idea with us.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Місяць тому +2

      Thanks....I made a MKII and it has ply boards instead of the slatts. Much stronger and easier to make.

  • @freddywilliamson1817
    @freddywilliamson1817 2 місяці тому

    Excellent video Dave. A really sound lightweight structure which can be further customised as needed. Just came across this and although from your very clear drawings it was straightforward to see how it works, seeing your manufacture with some design changes on the way, was a delight. Thank you!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  2 місяці тому

      Many thanks....I've made a couple more changes for the MKII...even easier to make.

  • @FPVwineUK
    @FPVwineUK Місяць тому

    Absolute hero, great stuff, these videos take ages to make too!

  • @boatingmanchester
    @boatingmanchester Рік тому +1

    A fellow northern genius excellent design again fella keep sharing that knowledge priceless mate

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks very much, This was a great little project and I think it worked out real well

  • @lakshmi4879
    @lakshmi4879 Рік тому

    Ah! Exactly what I neeed but many countries away!! Thank you, dear sir, for the video.. ❤

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi, Thanks for watching hope the video is useful for you.

  • @JohnD0h_IT
    @JohnD0h_IT Рік тому +1

    Nice video!
    2 Suggestions, if you don't mind!
    1st I think it should be better for the overall comfort if you put your slats left to right instead of front to back of the vehicle.
    2nd I think you should simply put Ikea slat bed base instead of making it!
    I hope you to make and sold as many as you want!
    Have a nice day!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi Thanks for watching. Yes the slats could go left to right or either way, once the foam cushions are on either would do. Also I looked into the ikea bed slats but the wood was a bit thin to screw to the main frame.

  • @andriprt7196
    @andriprt7196 Місяць тому

    Thank you for detail explaination....

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Місяць тому

      My pleasure....thanks for watching.

  • @VanLifeCroatia
    @VanLifeCroatia 9 місяців тому

    I found my ideal van sofa/bed!! Finally! Thank you so much! I will make it for sure :) Hello from Croatia

  • @kevinmckee
    @kevinmckee Рік тому

    Thanks Dave am in maidenhead
    So a bit far
    Love the channel
    Kev

  • @leeedrich4003
    @leeedrich4003 8 місяців тому +1

    Great job and thoroughly likeable bloke

  • @YugambehCountry
    @YugambehCountry 11 місяців тому

    Brilliantly done. From Australia, cheers.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  11 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot and thanks for watching.

  • @mehmetcirik4954
    @mehmetcirik4954 Рік тому

    eline sağlık Dave. Gerçekten çok güzel ve anlaşılır bir anlatım daha da güzelleştirdi. Hello from Türkiye

  • @1994cjay
    @1994cjay 2 місяці тому

    Brilliant thanks

  • @rikclaymore8004
    @rikclaymore8004 Рік тому

    Great video - shows all I needed to know and will now make my own, thanks Dave

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi Good luck with the build, glad the video helped. Thanks

  • @Nordkapp65
    @Nordkapp65 Рік тому +1

    Great work, will look forward to seeing the finished interior

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi, Yes I'm planning the van interior now and I will get some more videos up when I get started with it. Thanks for watching.

  • @name.terrie
    @name.terrie 8 місяців тому

    Great design, great explanation! You rock! Heaps of best wishes to you and yours!!!

  • @phalkoni
    @phalkoni Рік тому

    Thanks for that Dave really well explained and made you should also sell the plans

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi, Glad you liked the video, the plans are there if anyone wants to take a screenshot and use them. I do make sell the beds but I can only do local pick up.

  • @ED-ju2rx
    @ED-ju2rx Рік тому

    Brilliant, Dave!

  • @kyledale201
    @kyledale201 Рік тому +1

    What a lovely piece of work that Dave hope your keeping well and I've been waiting for another video I really do enjoy watching them cheers

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Kyle, it was a great project to do and soon I will get onto fitting out he whole van, so loads more videos to come.

    • @kyledale201
      @kyledale201 Рік тому

      @@dave-watson I'd be interested in one of them beds I'm only in tesside so not far from you bud

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      @@kyledale201 Hi Kyle, I can make one for you if you want one. What type of van would it be going in?

    • @kyledale201
      @kyledale201 Рік тому

      Hi Dave I've got a mk6 ford transit jumbo sorry it's abit late on reply bud

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      @@kyledale201 Hi Kyle, I've just made one for a Mk7 transit, so I'm sure I could make one to fit. I am selling them on ebay for £325. But dealing direct I can cut the ebay fees off and do one for £290.00. Let me know if you want to go ahead with it and I will send you my email address so we can sort out the details. Thanks.

  • @Mambafpv
    @Mambafpv Рік тому

    Amazing job, im copying your design, thankyou so much for this! Im a bit excited

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi, Thanks a lot and I'm glad to hear the video has been inspirational. Good luck with your build and thanks for watching.

  • @Geordie77
    @Geordie77 Рік тому +2

    Love watching your videos Dave, very informative and interesting. Watched many van build blogs and by far yours are the best. Keep posting. I would definitely buy a flat packed bed from you.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +2

      Thanks a lot, I have started on a new van and I will be posting video of the conversion work soon. Also I did decide to start manufacturing the Wooden Rock and Roll Beds. and I can make them as a two part flat pack. If your interested let me know. Thanks for watching.

  • @SillyMonkeys
    @SillyMonkeys 5 місяців тому

    nice job, thank you

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  5 місяців тому

      My pleasure....Thanks for watching.

  • @georgelatham9336
    @georgelatham9336 8 місяців тому

    Would love one for a Vw transporter t5.1!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  8 місяців тому +1

      They would fit in a T5

    • @georgelatham9336
      @georgelatham9336 8 місяців тому

      Would you be willing to share your plans with me so i can make one please? Thanks

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  8 місяців тому

      @@georgelatham9336 I don't have a digital copy....but you could take a screenshot

  • @neilmorrlle8197
    @neilmorrlle8197 Рік тому

    Great video. Really appreciate that you actually demonstrate enough of the process of creating the various parts of the vans you build. It will hopefully come in handy one day for the likes of myself who wouldn’t know one end of a screwdriver from the other 😂.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +1

      Thanks neil, loads more van builds to come.

  • @Ms.Frankenbuilder
    @Ms.Frankenbuilder 8 місяців тому

    Nice job, easy to understand.

  • @christate590
    @christate590 Рік тому +1

    So glad to see you back on air Dave, Great informative video! Me and Meghan are loving the transformation you did to my Transit connect, (Mr M we call it} I wish my first rock and roll bed was as simple and light as yours, I might have kept it. May be in touch soon for a few tweaks to my camper. Keep it up mate, loving your vids!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +2

      Hi Chris, Good to hear for you, hope you are doing well. Good to hear you are enjoying the van. I'm in the process of doing another vivaro and I've got a few more videos to post on that conversion soon. And yes, in your other comment you mentioned the walking videos, I have some trips planned and I thought I might do some bike rides too. Anyway, good to hear from you, take care. Dave

  • @cherifroehling6593
    @cherifroehling6593 7 місяців тому

    Very nice job!

  • @kevinmcsweeney6560
    @kevinmcsweeney6560 7 місяців тому

    Great job and it made me subscribe 😀, looking forwatd to seeing it complete with matress ect and the finished camper.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  7 місяців тому

      There is a van tour of this one. ua-cam.com/video/2DVnD9dSa-0/v-deo.html

    • @kevinmcsweeney6560
      @kevinmcsweeney6560 7 місяців тому

      @@dave-watson yes I saw later, great job looks fantastic.

  • @jasonkingsley7003
    @jasonkingsley7003 Рік тому

    This is brilliant dave. I would take one in a heartbeat if you made one for vw caddy swb.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi Jason, I think I could make one to fit in a caddy. I would just need to get some dimensions from you. Drop me an email at mrdwatsong@gmail.com and we can discuss it.

  • @SamMau
    @SamMau Рік тому

    great job Dave well made !!

  • @deanmg98
    @deanmg98 Рік тому

    Delighted to see you back, Dave. Love all the van videos since you started them. Just finished my 2008 MWB sprinter.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks Dean, Its good to be back, well done on getting your van done. I'm starting another conversion soon. So lots more videos to come Thanks for watching.

  • @terrygogz
    @terrygogz 8 місяців тому

    fabulous work i love it.. thanks for sharing

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  8 місяців тому

      My pleasure, more van builds to come soon.

  • @bghozali
    @bghozali Рік тому

    This is great! I've been experimenting on a bed setup for my ford transit connect and would love to try out this design, albeit at a much reduced width for a single bed.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +1

      Yes you should be able to make one for the connect, just make it a bit thinner. Thanks for watching.

  • @Hindukushsailing
    @Hindukushsailing Рік тому +1

    Awesome love it

    • @Hindukushsailing
      @Hindukushsailing Рік тому

      Chevy express extended. How much for plans?

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks very much. It was a great project.

  • @kevinharding2217
    @kevinharding2217 6 місяців тому

    Wow amazing nice to a video how to make one fancy making me one 👍

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  6 місяців тому

      Thanks......I do make them for sale...send me an email if your interested. mrdwatsong@gmail.com

  • @steveporter8925
    @steveporter8925 Рік тому

    brilliant video and idea. looks amazing and lots of room for storage underneath.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому +1

      Hi Steve, thanks a lot, I think the design worked out well.....just need to get the upholstery on, that might be the next video.

    • @steveporter8925
      @steveporter8925 Рік тому +1

      @@dave-watson I'm incompetent with any kind of wood work but i might risk trying to make one with sheets of ply and probably a few elastic bands and the odd blob of chewing gum ha ha looking forward to seeing it in the completed van. thanks you for being so inspiring and keep up the great job 👍

  • @stealth123
    @stealth123 Рік тому

    very informative

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks a lot and thanks for watching.

  • @Kaf710
    @Kaf710 4 місяці тому

    شكرا لك اخي العزيز ❤

  • @carlescabezas1600
    @carlescabezas1600 Рік тому

    Fantastic ,good idea.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks a lot and thanks for watching.

  • @wuttmodel3232
    @wuttmodel3232 Рік тому

    Verry good idia sir❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

  • @andybell6452
    @andybell6452 Рік тому

    Brilliant video

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks a lot Andy.

    • @andybell6452
      @andybell6452 Рік тому

      Id love to cone and spend a day with you doing woodwork.
      Just look like a top top man

  • @billyb6043
    @billyb6043 Рік тому

    Friend of mine has asked me to help convert his transit custom into a family camper/day van. This rock n' roll bed will be ideal for what he has in mind. I'll have to make it as a 'full width' and the base frame will need to be taller to accommodate the 'downstairs' beds for the little 'uns, but there's no reason it can't be adpted to suit...maybe a couple of additional braces/crossmembers to account for the extra height. Thanks for sharing your project and explaining the process in such an east-to-understand format.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching Billy, I'm glad the video has been helpful and good luck with the conversion project.

  • @fikretsaygnguner8450
    @fikretsaygnguner8450 9 місяців тому

    Great work
    Congrats

  • @thepm3972
    @thepm3972 11 місяців тому

    Proper job

  • @edajes6622
    @edajes6622 Рік тому

    Nice good job

  • @christophercollins4548
    @christophercollins4548 5 місяців тому

    Dave, Love the design and weight! What about a storage drawer in the lower frame unit? Also, I think your bolts would be better replaced with a sliding lock going into a hole in the floor! :)

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  5 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot....yes it could have a door fitted to the front or a drawer, either would work. But I like the bolts...simple and effective.

  • @wql1
    @wql1 Рік тому

    Very nice! Well done my friend!

  • @TruthQuest4700
    @TruthQuest4700 Рік тому

    Fantastic!

  • @samc1056
    @samc1056 Рік тому +1

    What a great idea, Dave! Do you mind sharing your complete parts list and measurements of your build? Thanks!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi, I don't have a list of parts but if you take a screen shot of the plans for the bed it will give you the measurements I used. Hope that helps.

    • @andersondossantos814
      @andersondossantos814 Рік тому

      Great build. Would do please send me also the picture with your measurements Im will be using in a transit custom.
      Many thanks
      Andy

    • @paulgoodwin9464
      @paulgoodwin9464 Рік тому

      Hi Dave - this is fabulous and looks ideal for our Vito conversion - dimensions are right too! You mention possibly making to order - is that possible? Cheers Paul

  • @donnadavison20
    @donnadavison20 Рік тому

    Great idea, perfect for the van I'm converting. Thanks for the plans!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      No problem Donna. I do like to share these ideas and I hope your van build works out well. Thanks for watching

  • @johncgrant
    @johncgrant 9 місяців тому

    Hi Dave. Love the videos! Out of interest do you create the beds on request?

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks, I do make the R&R beds for others. email me if your interested mrdwatsong@gmail.com

  • @southscaff
    @southscaff Рік тому

    Would definitely be interested if you could make one for a swb vwt6 ,maybe a full width version?????

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi. I could make one for the T6, but right now I can only do local pickup as I have had some broken in transit.

  • @456789paul
    @456789paul 4 місяці тому

    if you were to start making these would be very interested.I have a transit Custom

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  4 місяці тому

      Hi, I do make them for sale and I can make one for a transit custom. Email me if you would like to discuss.
      mrdwatsong@gmail.com
      Thanks

  • @sandrastevens6880
    @sandrastevens6880 Рік тому

    Love watching your videos,, love to buy one for my Renault traffic swb if you can make one , sandra

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi Sandra, Glad you are enjoying the videos. I do make the beds for sale but I can only do "local pick up" as a couple I have sent by courier have arrived damaged. The postage was £35.00 so if you are in traveling distance of NE33 let me know and I will be able to make a bed to fit the SWB trafic. Thanks for watching.

  • @user-zk6li7wv3y
    @user-zk6li7wv3y Рік тому +1

    Hi dave great video i am nearly there with the build but cannot find any 800mm runners without them being around 60-80 pound I have found 750 for 12 pound would that suffice
    many thanks

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi, Yes I used the 750mm ones after making a couple with the 800s. But I had to alter the length of the seat section so the bed would still fold out properly.

  • @manuelarujo806
    @manuelarujo806 5 місяців тому

    Beautiful work. I was wondering if when you make the bed into a couch, it looks like the seat extends to the side unsupported. Is the frame strong enough if someone sits on that unsupported end of the couch seat.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  5 місяців тому

      Thanks....I now have a MkII version which has ply boards instead of the slatts.

  • @naomidacostagreaves7385
    @naomidacostagreaves7385 6 місяців тому

    Amazing, so helpful! could you tell me what youve used to clip the back of the seat in place?

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  6 місяців тому +1

      Hi, There are a couple of pegs (bolts) through the sliding leg and into the frame leg and that keeps it in place when driving.

  • @浅野敏朗-p3g
    @浅野敏朗-p3g 10 місяців тому

    とても素晴らしいです。自分はこのロックンロールベッドとスライドベッドを組み合わせたものを構想し、製作し、自分の軽バン(660cc)に着けようとしています。 12:10

  • @aroberts5512
    @aroberts5512 Рік тому

    Would definitely be interested if you do start making them for Nissan primastar

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi, I'm working on a flatpack idea for the bed so I can deliver them easier. I think the primastar is the same van as the Vivaro and Trafic so one the same as the one in the video should fit. If you would like to discuss it further please email me mrdavewatsong@gmail.com Thanks

  • @greatone2717
    @greatone2717 Рік тому

    Amazing thank you

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks, hope you find the video helpful.

  • @someoneelse1904
    @someoneelse1904 Рік тому

    That’s absolutely awesome!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Thanks a lot. I put one of these in a van I built earlier in the year it works great and is really light weight in the van.

  • @hunterluxton5976
    @hunterluxton5976 11 місяців тому

    Fantastic Dave. Can you do me one for my 71 VW please?😁

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  11 місяців тому

      Hi, I can make one to fit but I can only do local pick up. If your not to far away from NE33 let me know and I will get some measurements from you.

  • @daratatum6111
    @daratatum6111 6 місяців тому

    What is the length of the slide? You said “80 mil” … I think that’s the width? Thanks so much for the excellent design & how-to instructions!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  6 місяців тому +1

      Hi....I was using 800mm but I changed them to 750mm....which makes the seat a little more shallow.

    • @daratatum6111
      @daratatum6111 6 місяців тому

      @@dave-watson thanks so much for the quick response 😀

    • @sandrahewett1395
      @sandrahewett1395 6 місяців тому +1

      800

  • @tooltwattracy
    @tooltwattracy 11 місяців тому

    Absolutely superb video, about to embark on the build. Can you recommend where to get decent runners. Thanks again!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  11 місяців тому +1

      Thanks a lot. I got the runners off ebay, "750mm ball bearing drawer runners". Good luck with the build and thanks for watching.

  • @volker2501
    @volker2501 10 місяців тому

    👍 a very good video...

  • @TheMilford99
    @TheMilford99 7 днів тому

    Dave, when you pull it out at 18,20. would it not be worth putting a rail on the bottom, for extra strength for the uprights. I may use your vid for my next vans bed frame. cheers Paul.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  6 днів тому

      Hi Paul, I've found the uprights to be okay but I have made a MKII and I use 12mm ply instead of all of the slatts for the seat etc. it makes the whole thing much stronger.....and less work.

  • @AllanWalker-iq2jk
    @AllanWalker-iq2jk 5 місяців тому

    hi Dave great video. Have you decided to start making these yet ?. i would be very interested to know if you could give me a price for one to fit in a v w crafter . I don't have the room to build one or time . regards allan

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  5 місяців тому

      Hi Allan, Yes I do make them and I'm sure I could make one to fit a crafter.....email me to discuss at mrdwatsong@gmail.com Thanks.

  • @williamfaulkner5357
    @williamfaulkner5357 4 місяці тому

    How do you propose the mattress to operate? Will the three sections somehow be attached to each other? If not, what will hold the section at the door end in place to stop it falling down the back? Extremely nice job by the way.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  4 місяці тому +1

      Hi, Yes the foam is cut into 3 sections and in the MKII R&R bed I put a thin shelf on the bottom of the back section for the foam to sit on while the bed is in the seating position.......seems to work well. Thanks.

    • @williamfaulkner5357
      @williamfaulkner5357 4 місяці тому

      @@dave-watson Thanks Dave.

  • @bluedustymiller
    @bluedustymiller 8 місяців тому

    Hi Dave, Great video. Just wondering if you have the dimensions for a full size double bed. I presume the length would be very similar just the width being different as the mattress would be 135cm wide? Thanks again for a really informative and detailed video.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  8 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot, you could make this as wide as you need....I'm also making a MKII in a video to coke soon.

  • @robertmiller8287
    @robertmiller8287 5 місяців тому

    Have you decided to manufacture or custom make these? If so, I would be interested!

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  5 місяців тому

      Hi, Yes I do make them for sale...a slightly different design with ply boards instead of the slatts....email me at mrdwatsong@gmail.com if you are interested.

  • @ronaldwadewilliams8852
    @ronaldwadewilliams8852 24 дні тому

    I managed to find a set of cabinet drawer sliders 34" (863.6 mm). I know that's longer than 800mm, but I'm not the bank and have unlimited finances. I'm still going to build this rock & roll bed. Now the next hurdle is getting 2" x 3" wood pieces to build the other parts of the foundation.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  22 дні тому

      Hi if you can't get 3 x 2 any sturdy wood would work you would just have to adjust the dimensions a little. Good luck with the project.

  • @paulscott6463
    @paulscott6463 6 місяців тому

    Great job, I’m seriously thinking of getting a vivaro, as my next van, I currently have a VW T4, that was already converted when we got it 7 years ago, but now I need a daily van / car / camper, one ring to rule them all kind of thing, really want to convert my own as I know what works and what doesn’t work for us now, can you sleep width ways in the back of the van ? I am 5ft 8” small and missus is 5ft, so I think as width ways bed would be better for us, then we can leave it down if we have the awning with us, or put the bed up and have the sofa if we are just vanning it

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  6 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot....the vivaro is just over 5" wide and once you get insulation and panels on it would be a bit tight I think. But the R&R bed is a good solution 6" long and folds away real easy.

  • @d4vert
    @d4vert 7 днів тому

    Hi dave have you decided to market the rocknroll bed? I'm on the verge of buying a swb vivaro and looking for ideas and im interested in the bed you made, more of in 18mm ply though...
    Many thanks..
    Dave

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  7 днів тому +1

      Yes i did start making them and I make them with a 12mm ply instead of the wooden slats. If your interested in one email me mrdwatsong@gmail.com

  • @bobmurphy9380
    @bobmurphy9380 2 місяці тому

    Dave - you need to go on Dragons Den with this idea. Have you patented it.

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  2 місяці тому

      Thanks a lot....No I did not patent it....I'm happy to share.

  • @leezeraloe3821
    @leezeraloe3821 9 місяців тому

    Really like the design concept but I've been struggling to transfer this to my medium sized van - Expert/Dispatch/Proace size which really only have a workable floor space of around 213cm x 126cm roughly. For this length the bed frame would always be restricting the side door entrance I'd have to step over and with utility units on opposite side, I'd have to step outside van each time to fully extend bed. Not ideal in bad weather. I can only think of some kind of an extension ?

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  8 місяців тому +1

      In a smaller van a slide out bed might be a better bet.

  • @kenoneill-cx9ep
    @kenoneill-cx9ep 9 місяців тому

    This is just what I have been looking for to build a bed in my kia pegio van where are you situated what country I'm in central coast Australia Australia

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  8 місяців тому

      Hi, I'm in the UK, good luck with your build.

  • @forgoodnesssake9161
    @forgoodnesssake9161 Рік тому

    Dave that is brilliant and exactly what I’m after. I also think you can put a draw u der it for clothes. I have no skills what do ever and I’m inspired to give that a go. Do you provide plans that I can Jerry rig to my van and I’m happy to pay. Happy to buy one from you absolutely, but I’m in Australia. So could you do it as a kit? To minimise costs

    • @dave-watson
      @dave-watson  Рік тому

      Hi, I did try sending a couple with a courier but they arrived damaged and it would cost a fortune to send one to Australia. I don't have plans in PDF form but you could take a screenshot of the plans on the video. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.