88. At last! New, hinged legs for the campervan bed!

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3 ай бұрын

Join me in the van for a session of DIY as I fix a broken tap and - finally! - get around to sorting out hinged bed legs.
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Tools & Parts used for my campervan build
Autoterm diesel heater: geni.us/Van_Autoterm
Renogy 2kW inverter: geni.us/Van_RenogyInverter
Sink: geni.us/Van_NewSink
Induction hob: geni.us/Van_InductionHob
Portable toilet: geni.us/Van_Toilet
Fridge: geni.us/Van_CoolFreezeCDF26
Charger: geni.us/Van_MainsCharger
Solar Controller: geni.us/Van_SolarMPPT
Gas Alarm: geni.us/Van_GasAlarm
Old sink unit: geni.us/Van_SinkHob
Old heater unit: geni.us/Van_PropexHS2000
Old inverter: geni.us/Van_Inverter
DeWalt jigsaw: geni.us/Van_DeWaltJigsaw
DeWalt drill: geni.us/Van_DeWaltDrill
DeWalt mitre saw: geni.us/Van_DeWaltMitreSaw
DeWalt circular saw: geni.us/Van_DeWaltCircSaw
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@davidoickle1778 2 ай бұрын

I mean this in the kindest manner, "I’d hate to hire you by the hour." You take great care with things.

@for.tax.reasons 2 ай бұрын

"I'm a very happy bunny!" And is that officially how you'd like us to refer to you going forward?

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Yes. Every time.

@for.tax.reasons 2 ай бұрын

@@Vandemonium 🐇💖

@CalebBlackhand 2 ай бұрын

@@VandemoniumOh bunny, my bunny .... wait, that sounds a bit wrong. Slightly misquoted, or something :D

@snv648 2 ай бұрын

In the States we’d call you a “ Happy camper”.

@jayoneill1533 2 ай бұрын

As a moniker, David is a bit common. However, Happy Bunny, now that’s a name to remember.

@davidlidbury1244 2 ай бұрын

Lol.. the answer to life and everything is now not 42, but a hammer and kitchen towel. ....luv it!

@eleanorchapple8772 2 ай бұрын

Why do I get a feeling of terror when I see David and a circular saw together.

@professordeb Ай бұрын

"This is all going to plan...which puzzles me."

@Vandemonium Ай бұрын

😁

@user-vv8vt3di9r 2 ай бұрын

“Come apart, you swine,” is now part of my lexicon. Love it! I’m totally using this from now on. 😂❤ 🐷

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

😁

@deezynar 2 ай бұрын

Self-centering hinge drill bits. That's the name of the clever kit you were asking about, amigo. Your skills as a jack-of-all-trades is improving all the time. You did a nice job here.

@BillMSmith 2 ай бұрын

Indeed this is the correct answer. A word to the wise, buy the name brand (Vix in the USA, sorry don't know the British equivalent), the off brands often aren't quite centered. That can be quite annoying. Or, do what I do, I simply use an awl to create a starting hole. Much quicker overall.

@annwagner5779 2 ай бұрын

The enduring sawdust reminds me of the old luggage where my parents found rice for decades after their 1955 wedding.

@carycoombe3380 2 ай бұрын

2:50 "I have my sooper dooper squisher thing" 😂🙂 I gather you didn't want to say "caulking gun". KZfaq would probably have conniptions with both those words. 😉

@jessicakellerart4268 Ай бұрын

Oh, the joy of being a procrastinator. I may be the queen. At least it makes the completed task that much more exciting. Good job!

@paulhoughton5266 2 ай бұрын

You cannot beat a bit of Vandemonium on a Tuesday evening 😂

@DougPalumbo 2 ай бұрын

“That is heroic!” Needs to be a Vandemonium t-shirt!

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Haha maybe I will sort that!

@ronniemanuel6287 2 ай бұрын

@@VandemoniumI would love to have that on an official vandemonium t-shirt!!!!😅😊😊

@eekee6034 2 ай бұрын

It's encouraging to know I'm not alone in postponing my DIY projects for months. 😄

@tonyrobinson3309 2 ай бұрын

David....tap info........remove the very end of your tap/ spigot...the very end from whence the wet stuff emerges...it will unscrew....remove the fine debris filter and any other bits you find from inside the business end of the spigot / tap...this will ease the back pressure caused by their inteference to the water flow and should stop the assembly being pushed of its push fitting.....phew....need a beer now..

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Aha! Good idea!

@smilysun8358 2 ай бұрын

🤣

@jannearo328 2 ай бұрын

Having a beer is always a very excellent idea. Cheers!

@hlbronwyn 2 ай бұрын

Sawdust is like Easter grass or glitter, it never ever truly goes away

@archmcdonald6170 2 ай бұрын

Or in Australia it would be the same as outback bull dust.

@hamshackleton 2 ай бұрын

Add sand to that - after you have been on a beach somewhere! It's worse than an invasive weed in a garden!

@brucepickess8097 2 ай бұрын

Sawdust is man glitter.😏

@kmooney1954 2 ай бұрын

New words for the Oxford Dictionary: "Sitable" (31.06), "Straightforwardly" (33.07). Thank you, David!

@janbonnema4718 2 ай бұрын

Mr Johns, you are the most skilled content creator known to mankind...happy having my KZfaq acount restored

@andrewstrathdee1469 2 ай бұрын

David, Thank you for a really funny and entertaining half an hour - I chuckled all the way through!

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

That is splendid to hear!

@davidoickle1778 2 ай бұрын

@@VandemoniumI thought you were being very thoughtful throughout.

@SheplerStudios 2 ай бұрын

Always a great mental health break watching anything by David!

@linz_in_NZ 2 ай бұрын

I bought a special Hinge drill, it has an outer casing that retracts and fits the hole perfectly, so you place it in the hinge hole, then as you press down the drill bit pops down and makes the hole perfectly in the centre. I saw it on Greg Virgoes channel a few years ago when he did his build series, its come in very handy in our van build and around the house too.

@HourOfTheWolf 5 күн бұрын

If you got two small circular neodymium magnets, you could recess them into the tops of the legs and the opposing part of the frame, so that when the legs are down, the magnets lock them in place. When you raise the bed, the principle of leverage would make it easy for the legs to fold back. If you got the right strength magnets, this might even happen with gravity.

@deanmills5106 2 ай бұрын

Your technical terms such as, supper duper squishy thing, are most certainly those of a seasoned professional. I'm very much impressed.

@nickpapagiorgio5056 2 ай бұрын

That was pure vandemonium!!!! If I do say so myself, well done lad!!!

@brianlopez8855 2 ай бұрын

Add a horizontal bar across and between the 2 legs and you can set that 2mm lower to spread all that weight across the entire carpet too and ensure both legs are vertical and fully extended. The WC seat lid will sit against it too when in use.

@garrybenson 2 ай бұрын

David, you are a joy. 🙂 Excellent. I chuckled throughout. Good job, well done.

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Thank you kindly!

@jazziered142 2 ай бұрын

I too talk to Inanimate things, I know 100% sure they can hear me, and will obey. 😂

@lenabreijer1311 2 ай бұрын

The interesting part is when they talk back

@user-kv1nj2kz6r Ай бұрын

You mentioned in a previous episode about sitting in the van looking out the back and the backrest of the front chairs being uncomfortable. I would suggest a 'foam wedge pillow' (2x2ft with a 1ft gradient). The only problem with that is it requires a cover (maybe sis could help as she did with the curtains? Good old sis!), you could then just prop pillow your lower back for comfort. A wedge pillow is also good for sleeping propped up with a cold or sinus troubles.

@mickyjb2003 2 ай бұрын

Squisher thing, classic,love it.😂😂

@Scitch87 2 ай бұрын

My dad taught me to always put a thick nail on the end of the caulk tube. Works every time.

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

That’s a good idea. I will have to buy some nails.

@tinplategeektoo 2 ай бұрын

I use a screw from the "Odds and s*ds" tin that is full of screws and nails but somehow never matching ones when you need to use 2 or more. Odd what you accumulate over the years.

@StingrayTomsFlorida 2 ай бұрын

Yes, nail or screw. It not only seals the end, brushes a opening down far enough to not go solid.

@joline2730 2 ай бұрын

@@Vandemonium yep - screw it ‼️😀😀😀

@michaelbright9162 2 ай бұрын

I keep a stock of spare nozzles. Screw the old one off and fit an unused one

@HCProds1 2 ай бұрын

Could just imagine if the tap was put on upside down 😂 another great DIY vlog my good sir!

@martinhyde9663 2 ай бұрын

Then it would be a drinking fountain or perhaps a 'water feature'. Anything can be made to sound like a good thing. 😀

@DrBLReid Ай бұрын

Good job Ole chap!

@Rovinman 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely Hilarious ! You captured everyone's nightmare in the extreme, but you woke up to find it worked in the end Well done, Another battle won ! Now how to fix the silicone gun ? You could always try the, nail in the end of the nozzle, trick ? Happy DIY - ing David ! Stu xx

@barrykemp1397 2 ай бұрын

I really think you need cross braces for each pair of legs to stop them trying to pull apart, they will, believe me! Fitting sturdy braces, to the bottom, front sides of the legs of course, would also allow you to fit them lower and take up the carpet thickness slack, 5 mill or whatever. Great vlog David, keep up the good work!

@Bee-ih5uy 2 ай бұрын

Successful hingeing, a bit of White Snake...solid video.

@talltomtube 2 ай бұрын

Use a spring assisted center punch to put a dent in the wood where you want to put the drill bit. It's used in metal working, but it should be fine for helping you line up your drill bit and keep it from walking around before you drill.

@hotlavatube 2 ай бұрын

Usually I put a long screw in the top of the sealant tube to make it easier to unblock the next time I use it.

@andypugh2000 2 ай бұрын

As a carpenter, this was very entertaining 😁 Good job though 👍

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! 👍

@ferretywalton6860 2 ай бұрын

A joy to watch, a welcome change from these super efficient DIYers that make you feel inadequate. A job well done sir 😊

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

That’s a backhanded compliment but I’ll take it!! 🤣🤣🤣

@ferretywalton6860 2 ай бұрын

Meant in the nicest possible way 😂

@neilbland1701 2 ай бұрын

Hiya David, "Don't you just love it, when a plan comes together!"

@tanna4534 2 ай бұрын

The suspense! The drama!

@mottmott5156 2 ай бұрын

David, thank you for a great 36 minutes. You can always use a nail and hammer to make your pilot hole. Really enjoyed that and I even learn something each and every DYI from You. Janet

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Thank you ☺️

@migranthawker2952 2 ай бұрын

If you fit some self-adhesive felt pads to the bottom of the legs, they will fit perfectly and be more resistant to sliding on the carpet when you pull the bed out perhaps

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Nice idea!

@JennyLeeC 2 ай бұрын

You could always paint the legs with a complimentary color and make it a feature. :) Job well done!

@hollandmertell5335 2 ай бұрын

To mark the holes centered in the hinge holes put the hinge in place and push the crosspoint of the screwdriver into the countersunk part of the hinge and that'll guide the drill.

@joebroke76 2 ай бұрын

They make little "johnnys" that fit over the tip of the "gunge" tube. They have worked great for me.

@captainzeppos 2 ай бұрын

That was positively heroic indeed, well done!

@for.tax.reasons 2 ай бұрын

I too was betrayed by my sink tap recently, they're treacherous wee things 😢

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Grrrrrrrr

@philyaboots1 2 ай бұрын

I like your no nonsense vids, clear English and economy of words. there's so much hyperbole and over egging the pudding on youtube, 'awsome this and insane that' its all bollox really, but you do a great job in getting your content accross without resorting to all that. Wishing you continued success.

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! 😃

@wolfinpdx 2 ай бұрын

A bit of paint that you get color matched at any decent hardware shop and a couple struts between the new legs for rigidity and additional support, and I think you're all set!

@user-pf3ye6yi9n 2 ай бұрын

The problem with joining the legs together is it will provide an obstruction where the user's legs naturally go when cooking which is liable to push the legs back under.

@markattardo 2 ай бұрын

Self centering drill bits have been around for a while. I still use your approach and hope for the best while quietly convincing myself I got this. I have many "oops, close enough" moments under my belt😂

@jamesa7506 2 ай бұрын

Easy peezy lemon squeezey. I'm positive that you can buy locking hinges and effectively eliminate the legs from folding under while the bed is fully extended. 👌

@jayoneill1533 2 ай бұрын

David, For storage, leave a suitably sized nail in the nozzle of an opened caulk tube.

@adseelinger 2 ай бұрын

use a center punch to mark the middle of the hinge hole instead of drawing a circle. Then place the tip of your drill bit inside of the small indent made by the center punch.

@edtomassetti1651 2 ай бұрын

Welcome to my world CTC

@Tidyguy 2 ай бұрын

@2:48 Whilst "Super Duper Squisher Thing" is a great name, it's actually called a Skeleton Gun, which is the best name ever.

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

I did not know that!

@Dinki-Di 2 ай бұрын

Love a bit of Vandemonium pandemonium. Very entertaining.

@TubeLVT 2 ай бұрын

Consider placing a light, narrow brace near the top of the legs. It needs only enough strength to keep the pair of legs roughly parallel as they swing past the cabinet edge together. A brace near the bottom might be a cabinet access obstruction and a tripping hazard.

@edwardmedina1236 2 ай бұрын

If you get a contrasting paint color to that blue you can paint those legs a different color to make it a design feature.

@bill8784 2 ай бұрын

I like the nice shade of blue paint which adds colour to the sensible grey fabric.

@LucasChoate 2 ай бұрын

A transfer punch finds the center of the hole and makes a dent. It's still up to you to drill in the dent, but that's as good as it gets.

@agw5425 2 ай бұрын

A good practice is to put a drop (or two) of wood glue in the screw holes before you put the screws in, that way any mistakes, minor cracks or slightly to large hole will not ruin your work. It can grab the screw making it slightly harder to remove but that is not really why you put it in there to begin with, is it. Hope it helps, good luck.

@Justin-ee3im 2 ай бұрын

Others may have said, but with those squeezy gun tube things, put a nail in the end when you're done and just remove when you need to use it again.

@crasher303 2 ай бұрын

Try PTF tape around tap joint. Cling flim over nozzle thread on tube, then clean, nozzle out, & screw over cling film.

@thorkilkrag2916 2 ай бұрын

If you put your silicone products in the freezer you will be able to use them after 10 years or longer. I usually cut the empty part of the tube off to save space.

@lv_woodturner3899 2 ай бұрын

There is a gadget to get into tight spaces, it is called a flexible shaft or right angle flex shaft. DeWalt for example make one. The challenge is that the end is designed for 1/4in hex drive bits. You would need to get special drill bits with 1/4in hex drive ends. Available, but extra cost.

@MrNiceGuy5000T 19 күн бұрын

More camper trips please

@Bashfuldoc 2 ай бұрын

A piece of strap between each set of legs could be stapled on so you could pull both legs out with one hand; could that work? I love how you speak aloud your thoughts of working everything out--I do that myself and find that I don't lose track of what I'm supposed to be doing!

@bazzainavan9442 2 ай бұрын

Furniture polish removes labels on doors and wood from a chippie

@everyoneknowsadave3580 2 ай бұрын

Take a part with some blue paint on it to your big DIY store … they can scan the color and give you a perfect match … looks like a satin or semi gloss finish you have right now … you might be able to get a pint or sampler which would save you money … good job btw and nice video … 👍👍

@Preske 2 ай бұрын

you can get it color matched David. any paintshop worth their money has a device for that. just take an example (i.e. piece of the bench) to them and they will match it on the spot.

@lenabreijer1311 2 ай бұрын

It is amazing how well they can match it. I needed some more paint last month and what I was using was someone's Oops paint ie it didn't match what they wanted. But they matched it dead on. You can't tell where one can ends and the next begins.

@susanmarker2164 2 ай бұрын

Well that was great fun!! Thanx David!! Hope your family are all doing well..Enjoy our new bed legs!May all your bunnies be happy !! Enjoyed the DIY acapella!!🎶🐇

@a1aprospects470 2 ай бұрын

My wife enjoys this channel and I don't mind... makes me seem more capable by comparison. The tap coming off? You disappoint me man. Just needed a new gasket (O-ring) for about 17 cents. Now it's glued in place and stuck like that.. a Clarkson fix. The bed design, well, you should visit James May at his shed to sort things out properly.

@iandalby4273 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, I think we are kindred spirits with DIY,even wiring a plug throws up all sorts of danger!!

@pbjabq 2 ай бұрын

LOL, actually I did LOL!!! Wrong screws, *#*#* - reminded me of a few of my own challenges. Thank you for this and great finish. Always been a Cruising the Cut fan and discovered a thumbnail yesterday while surfing and there you were on this channel. Take care!

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Welcome along!

@bnewland1958 2 ай бұрын

To get an accurate drill start use a center punch and hammer to make an indent. This sets the center for the bit.

@chrisjohnson6765 2 ай бұрын

Self-centering bit is a Vix bit…perfect for hinges.

@djfmitv 2 ай бұрын

4 small door lock bolts - one at the top of each leg where it hinges, to stop them moving when you pull them out

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately there's insufficient evidence width to attach the bolts

@smilysun8358 2 ай бұрын

Yep, Vandemonium at its best, thanks David 😃

@isobelchapman9548 2 ай бұрын

As always a great vlog David. Much chuckling going in here. Be careful with that chop saw!!

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! That saw terrifies me 🤣🤣

@cloudsrain8753 2 ай бұрын

Considering your carpentry skill level, you are a brave and creative soul. Well done!

@MakeDoAndMend1 2 ай бұрын

Oh blimey. If the water filter is blocked or obstructed on end of tap the water pressure pushes the tap apart. George. 😂😂😂 Ps I am going next to watch some paint dry with the rest of my day.😂😂

@holly-go-lightly 2 ай бұрын

Well done David!

@jamesmoore9511 2 ай бұрын

Thanks - Need to extend the bed length in my Vanagon ( I'm 6 foot 8) and your efforts have just saved me a whole lot of extra brain use time in designing it.

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Glad it helped 😀

@pageisley5535 Ай бұрын

Self-centering drill bits. There are multiple manufacturers, but below is a set by Bosch. BOSCH CC2430 3-Piece Clic-Change 1/4 In. Self-Centering Drill Bit Assorted Set

@craigw.scribner6490 2 ай бұрын

Great job, David! Thanks for sharing your "heroic" triumph with us!

@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian 2 ай бұрын

Job done!👏👏 Well done David.

@layalabi1667 2 ай бұрын

Another bravo & thanks!

@bencoleman1893 2 ай бұрын

It’s very possible that the aerator screen in the end of your faucet has got some calcium buildup or other partial blockage that is causing the water pressure to be higher in turn causing they faucet to blow apart. As an Recreational Vehicle Technician I see that issue a lot

@nichole.m 2 ай бұрын

You encourage me to try my own diy. Thanks so much!

@Suho1004 2 ай бұрын

Job well done, Happy Bunny!

@MarcelEling 2 ай бұрын

Good job🎉

@RandomGreymane 2 ай бұрын

Excellent work! I’m down for the jiggling. 😆

@alisonfrance4804 2 ай бұрын

Excellent and entertaining once again, Happy Bunny!!! Thank you!!!

@jennifermoody487 2 ай бұрын

Well done, David!! Very nice job!

@berniceperrin168 2 ай бұрын

Job well done 😊

@billoxiiboy 2 ай бұрын

A little tip for successful reuse of a tube o' gunge - after use, I push a long thick nail with a large head in the sealant tube nozzle. That way you can pull out the nail with a pair of pliers and it will always leave a clear passage for gunge to come out....

@susannewberg4274 2 ай бұрын

So enjoyed this video!

@Vandemonium 2 ай бұрын

Excellent, thank you ☺️

@gytybx 2 ай бұрын

I’m sure you know, but you should be able to take your previous leg support to a paint supplier and they can scan the paint on the old leg and match your color. I’ve done that several times on diy projects here in the states.