DID I RUIN MY VAN? | Durabak-18 DIY Camper Van Paint Job | Dodge Ram Adventure Van Build Series

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DID I RUIN MY VAN? | Durabak-18 DIY Camper Van Paint Job | Dodge Ram Adventure Van Build Series

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Күн бұрын

In this episode we begin the paint process of the Dodge Ram B2500 Camper van build. It's a 25 year old van and the paint surely shows that. It was an awful burgundy red color that was a remnant of the 90's. We decided to go with a "sand" color Durabak-18 for this job as it's straight forward to apply, and very affordable. Just make sure to buy enough for the project and everything will be fine!
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Have any more questions about the build? Feel free to email me, or leave a comment down below.

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@ImChrisDeDecker Жыл бұрын

Wow, when you told me it was thick, I did not think you meant it was as thick as pastry dough lmao. That is so odd because I used the same textured paint on my mustang: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gqhjYKh2nbCxg40.html (I started to mix the paint at 7 minutes) That van looks amazing dude. Overspray is easy to touch up with this stuff. I would paint those red hinges with a rustoleum gloss or matt black. Also, if you did not sand the chrome bumper, then the bed liner may end up peeling off over time. One more tip, the music is a bit loud as you talk. If the music is always on through the montages and the talking, then the video kind of meshes all together. But, if you turned down the music to faint background music or even removed it while you started to talk, it would bring more attention to you from the viewers, increasing watch time.

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Yes dude it was incredibly thick. Not entirely sure if I got a faulty batch, damaged in shipping, or just simple human error. I am satisfied with the outcome and it’s sooo much better then the original red. Props to you for making it look so easy friend! I plan on spraying the hinges and already had the paint to do so during the filming of this video. Just ran out of time on this one. Going to spray them a matte black to tie it all together. That’s good advice about the bumpers. I did scuff them up but not a very intensive sanding so we will see how that holds up haha. Thanks for the tips and tricks bro. We have a good community of people!

@durabakdepot Жыл бұрын

Hey, just wanted to point out that it would have helped greatly if you would have used Xylene to thin the product. When working with Durabak you should use Xylene as part of the surface prep by putting some on a rag and wiping the surface down with it. Xylene is also to be used as a thinner. Durabak is usually not that thick but it is common to use at least some Xylene in a Durabak application. Overall, looks like you did a great job, but with the Xylene it would have made the job somewhat easier on you.

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for pointing that out. I’ve seen plenty of folks online use Durabak-18 and never once saw them add Xylene directly to their durabak to thin it out. I would use this advice next time if I came into this situation, but now after looking back at my entire experience I believe it’s strictly a quality control problem rather then user error. I bought this first gallon (#1) and it was incredibly viscous and hardened way too quickly. So then after wasting maybe 1/3 of my gallon I ordered another entire gallon. This gallon (#2) was perfect consistency and was easily applied with even coats. There was some errors so decided to buy a quart to do a touch up job and finally be done. I order the exact same product in the exact same color from the exact same distributor. The quart comes and I open it to find a grayish mess that was watery. Stupidly I decide to apply this faulty product to my almost finished master piece to see a very disappointing result of a almost gray brown color when it was supposed to be the sand I originally ordered. I then move to contacting customer service to complain about my quality control experience only to have the representative explain that I must have mixed it wrong… after some explaining and photo evidence the representative agreed to send me a free gallon (#3) and I finally finished the job. This gallon was also perfect consistency and color. So I appreciate your advice, and super glad you found my video. Although the xylene may have helped it doesn’t really explain the reason why I got 2 faulty products, and this company continues to insist it’s user error rather than poor quality control. Appreciate the comment, and thanks for watching 🏔🚐💨🤙

@elainec2577 Жыл бұрын

How much xylene do you use per gallon ?

@NickZ-dn7cr Жыл бұрын

I want to use the smooth durabak Grey on my truck but I want it to be sprayed, look a little more professional, any ips+

@inmygarage_kenm 5 ай бұрын

@@SeizeTheAdventure Absolutely add Xylene to the Durabak if it is thick like the can you opened. The instructions tell you that it can be thinned with Xylene and how much to use. I have found it necessary to thin it especially when using a shutz gun.

@jaime9114 Жыл бұрын

Literally just bought one of these today! Super excited to watch this as I will be building out as well.

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome we will be building out the same rig side by side. Stay tune for loads of build content, and thanks for watching!!

@brenryan6019 Жыл бұрын

What a difference from the old red color, that stuff looks so tough to paint with! Excited to see what's next

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Yeah next time I’ll be going with compressed air rather then a roller for something this size 😂 thanks for watching dude!

@stevegee7220 Жыл бұрын

I was worried about that thick paint, but it looks great! Hadn’t thought about the durability factor when driving through the woods. Excellent point!

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

It was quite the shoulder workout applying such a viscous product, but in the end it worked out well! Thanks for watching

@BrokenLuxury777 9 ай бұрын

Great job not calling it quits and freaking out after that 1st can. 🎉

@SeizeTheAdventure 9 ай бұрын

Van building is full of surprises 😂😁

@carpman_here8133 Жыл бұрын

Went the same route with Raptor liner. Lots of work but worth it. At the same point as you in my build. Will be watching for ideas. Great job.

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Bed liner just seemed to make the most sense for a camper van! Hope you are as satisfied with your product as I am. Stay tuned for the next episode of the build series, and thanks for watching!

@BogeysSuck Жыл бұрын

Looks Great! Loved the part of finding the source of the bee’s!!!

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Never seen a graveyard like that one before ha! Thanks for watching

@jennahmerrell6828 Жыл бұрын

i watched your videos when building out my astro van and was actually thinking of this exact paint job on my van and debating between a tan/black combo or forest green/black combo! your videos are great and have helped tremendously!!

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

I appreciate you sticking around and supporting the channel even with the new build! I think the tan/black and green/black combinations are my favorite for a camper van, and I don't think you could go wrong with either. Feel free to send pictures of your build to my instagram or email. They can be found in the description of this video. I really enjoy seeing my amazing supporter's vans that are inspired by my build. Would be cool to feature everyone's builds on the channel someway. Thanks for watching!

@OverlandOne Жыл бұрын

Nice job. I think it looks great. I love the way that grill looks blacked out. I want to do that to my 1998 Dodge van too. Did you remove that "fake chrome" covering before painting it? Mine has some sort of plastic chrome "wrap" covering the entire grill. Or, did you just rough it up with some sandpaper prior to painting and did the paint stick ok? You made painting your van look easy but I know that is a ton of work. Safe travels.

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

I just scuffed up the grill with some sandpaper and painted it with the rustoleum bed liner. It came out really even and has held up so far well. Thanks for commenting!

@scottjames8498 Жыл бұрын

Looks good! Gonna do my 01 blazer. Xylene is a must!!

@johndrax4174 8 ай бұрын

Why not use the 9 inch roller for the bigger surfaces you would have gotten done much faster and possibly Not wasted 1/3 of the first batch… Just a thought

@SeizeTheAdventure 8 ай бұрын

Because I didn’t have one 😃

@jaredcardinale560 Жыл бұрын

I really like the durable look of that paint

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Me too Jared! I will report back on how it holds up over the test of time. Thanks for watching!

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Me too Jared! I will report back on how it holds up over the test of time. Thanks for watching!

@manuelester7420 Жыл бұрын

I was going to put floor tile glue all over my van, and go to Clearwater beach and dump buckets of white sand all over it, because sand reflects heat and light. But I chickened out because I might have been arrested for taking the sand.😂🤣

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Very interesting idea. Might be a bit heavy 😂 If you use this product it will provide you with a similar end product. Rugged rough look. Thanks for watching

@davidpatrick1813 Жыл бұрын

Did you contact the company before, during and after? ........

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

I did contact the company and they sent me a free gallon to finish the job. Looks incredible now! Thanks for commenting

@RRMOVANLIFE Жыл бұрын

Did you use 2 whole gallons? I am getting ready to paint my van that is just like yours only a 2000 with Durabak and thinking 2 gallons would be the right amount to buy. Watching you paint yours helped me get the general outlook on what I will be doing with mine. TY for your time and effort...

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Buy two gallons right away! Definitely can get the job done with 2 gallons. Thanks for commenting!!

@NolanTaylorMusic Жыл бұрын

Yo what did you do with your wires? I have a 96 I’m doing right now & it’s a rats nest. I’m not too sure what to do or how to go about that. Thank you!!

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Hello Nolan. The amount of wiring in these vans is absolutely insane so I don't blame you for being uncertain how to manage them. I was able to isolate the rear stereo system etc and cut it free. The rest of the wires I zip tied up and put behind the wall on the drivers side. There is still some wire hanging out but it is hidden nicely behind my cabinet and seat. Thanks for watching the videos, we really appreciate your support.

@ismaeltadjer1362 4 ай бұрын

Is the color sand or tan?

@SeizeTheAdventure 4 ай бұрын

It’s the sand color I’ve also seen it called “tan” on the website and Amazon. They are the same. Be careful getting different batches of paint though. I’ve got one that was way darker than the original and it looked poor when I did a touch up. Eventually i got the correct shade of “tan” once I messaged the company. Overall the product was awesome I’d use it again.

@tofutofu4632 Ай бұрын

Do you have to sand ? Or can I just paint over ?

@SeizeTheAdventure Ай бұрын

I would sand it down first!

@MrModernGentleman 2 ай бұрын

What did this paint job cost?

@SeizeTheAdventure Ай бұрын

About $600

@MrModernGentleman 2 ай бұрын

What color is that?

@SeizeTheAdventure Ай бұрын

SAND!

@patlevv7382 Жыл бұрын

✅Appreciated ➕‼️👍

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thanks once again for watching, Pat!

@Mauitaoist 11 ай бұрын

I enjoyed watching you work on your project but the music was horribly why do people feel like they have to put less annoying loud music on it it's awful just don't do that stuff

@SeizeTheAdventure 11 ай бұрын

I’ll take this into consideration for the future, I appreciate your constructive criticism as you are not alone on this one. Thank you for watching anyways!!

@fafniricingdeath Жыл бұрын

Hey bud you can thin that durabak out with Xylene so its not so soupy. You have to stir it with a drill run mixer though, mixing durabak by hand is a handful pardon the pun. I actually am doing my van exactly like yours but with white and im paint my jon boat a combo of blue an white, the blue is the non chunky style an will go on smooth on the bottom of the boat and the white for any surface that will bump into things like the inside and outer rail of the boat to protect against dock wear. Your van looks great bud!

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Excellent, thanks for the tip! Good luck with your build sounds awesome.

@flywiseman Жыл бұрын

I dont think that stuff was supposed to be that think out of the can

@SeizeTheAdventure Жыл бұрын

Right Kirby? That first gallon I had was the equivalent to rolling out wet cement 😂 really quite the shoulder workout if you ask me. The second gallon ended up being much easier to roll out. Then I ordered a quart to touch things up and it was the wrong color!! I complained about quality control and then they finally sent me a free gallon to finish the job. Overall I’m extremely happy with the finished product, but it was hard work. Thanks for commenting!