Thank you! I have watched a 'million' videos and you are the first person to actually show me step by step how you measure those top boards, mark the position of the rivet nut and continue with the entire process. You have no idea how helpful this is to me. Everyone else just wants to show you how to use the tool. I also appreciate how you explain the exact tools, size of bits, bolts etc...Thank you again!

This is hands down the BEST van framing video i have found to date. After watching dozens of methods, yours is the one i'm going to copy when i get my promaster next year. Only difference will be adding alcoves where the bed will be to allow for greater length, and adding a thicker center horizontal backing strip to allow for straight and parallel walls. Thank you so much for making this! You have saved me untold dozens of hours of tinkering.

I am a carpenter as well as a Master electrician and I am starting my journey on building a Pro master. Your attention to detail is amazing. I will definitely steel some of your methods. Thank you for taking the time to show your build.

one of the BEST videos I've seen!!! Thank you for explaining things so completely and not talking down to us!!! Have a wonderful and blessed day ❤

No KZfaq Videos can even compete with this kind of work. The cut and the way the screws installed are perfecto

Thanks so much for breaking this down! This is the best framing video I've seen really helped me out!

That is an absolutely beautiful framing job. It's consistent, neatly installed and structually sound. Thank you!

This looks like one of the first professional looking jobs. I think at 13:50 if you would have also counter sunk the wood on the rivet nut side it would not have wobbled. My theory is that it is rocking back and forth on top of the rivet nut lips.

Man your attention to detail and patience is amazing!

Guess I am going to be binge watching these spectacular videos…wow such in-depth info. Thank you. I’m just beginning a build out of my Nissan NV2500 high roof ….this rivnut thing is amazing,hope my hands and do it lol

This framing job is a masterpiece THANK YOU

Your attention to detail and skills are awesome!! Loved watching you do the teardrop before this, also. There's no doubt this will be an awesome build.

It doesn’t look overkill. Looks like it was done by someone with a skilled trade that actually cares.

I’ve watch about a billion gazillion videos on all aspects of the Promaster 2500, (which hopefully I’ll be living full time in one by Pleasureway very soon!)…but, I have NEVER seen anybody notch out the wooden wall frame as you did in the video! I was so impressed with that, and, now I see first hand how important it was in doing it! Love it! I have joined your KZfaq family and look forward to watching your videos past AND present! Stay safe and HAPPY BUILDING! ~Jim~

Concise, precise, 100%clear nuff said

Best framing video I’ve seen on KZfaq. Thank you!

Excellent workmanship on the van and the video! Demonstrating every step is a huge help!!

this is incredible. i have spent all day watching framing videos and most have made me question whether they will hold up over time, this one makes me question whether i have the minerals to get through the process 😂 learned a lot from this video, thanks a lot!

Amazing info and video! I will be using this as my reference. The camera angles are perfect and pacing is great. I love how you explain as you go along. You’re a great teacher!! The framing looks so perfect!

This is exactly the in-depth tutorial I’ve been looking for. Thank you so much, feeling much more confident about my upcoming Promaster 3500 build.

Awesome video, this is my favorite way of framing that I have seen so far! I am building a van right now and will definitely be incorporating these methods.

Rivnuts can be drilled out and replaced in the same hole. Also, aviation grade rivnuts, which are not much more expensive have a key lock so they don't spin.

You are doing such a fine job! Very cool! Thanks for showing the details of how you did everything--for those of us who would like to copy your methods. Nice!!

Planning now and looking to start my build in one year. LOVE watching this video! Subscribed and taking notes. Thank you! \

You are a legend mate 💪 I NEED these videos 👍

Super good job!

Owesome work. Thanks for the video.

Great video!! Thank you!!

👌 awesome skills, well done 🙌

Aprendo muito contigo, suas técnicas de trabalho demonstram habilidade e segurança. Muito bom!!

Thanks for going slow and explaining the process. Very nicely done!

Nice work!

watched a bunch of van builds, this the only proper one, #1 select pine , says it all.

best of the best. wish I was as talented as you!!

You are a true craftsman though, no doubt :)

Guess I need to get a bandsaw , or other thoughts on how to make the notch. Awesome video

Fantastic video. Did you use 1 x 6 for all of the horizontals and verticals? I have a very difficult time finding boards that are NOT warped :(

You are The Master thank Pro Job AAA++++++++

This is the best build I saw so far. But why you don't make it straight from bottom to top? Why the bend?

"instead of all wavey 👋" 😂😂

Same bat channel same bat time, till the next one Albert 👍

This is awesome! And will take me about 17 years to complete 😂😂😂

Nice

Your so clear and precise with your words and instructions it’s refreshing ❤️ thank you. Do you help others do a build out, or is this strictly business?

Hey again :). What did you do on the floor rear of the wheel well? There isn't really anything to attach and 1x3 to. I started framing tonight with your method....I ordered some hex rivnuts so that I could take advantage of the hex holes.....really glad I did that. We have a bunch of windows so I wont have as many vertical supports as you.....but still trying to build out the same way. Thanks again for the insight..

This video is so helpful....thank you. One question....in the top corners of the van you used 1x6, but later you added 1/4" to the thickness. I notice that in my Promaster, I would need to add 1/2" (rather than 1/4") to clear the support braces. Looking back, would you have rather used a 2x6 than the 1x6? I am at that stage now and trying to figure out if I should use 2x6 or a 1x6 + 1/2" plywood added to its thickness. Not sure if that makes sense...Hope so. Thanks again :)

Thank you so much for this great content. One question regarding the step bit used to drill the 1/4 plus nut hole - do you recall the kind of step bit used - or the hole size? It’s not 3/8” is it?

This is by far the best framing video I've seen and I've seen MANY! The only thing I could say is that using a shop vac while you use the step bit works best to reduce metal shavings that could get into the van and can cause rust. If a step bit is not available a drill with a stop collar works but be careful. Also, using an automotive paint on the holes prior to adding your riv nuts protects the metal from rust damage. Using Steel Cross Nut- Pre-Bulbed - S25MG280, CPB2-2520-280 1/4-20 .280 Grip Cross nut pre-bulbed, 100 Piece Box on Amazon gives a bit more surface pressure for what some say is a better hold but that might be more of a personal preference. These can be put into the existing holes on the back half of the van by just pushing them in hard. You'll need to make some of your own holes in the front. I do really like the idea of making your own holes on the top horizontal line that's against the metal so that everything can be symetrical making it easier to find the studs later. I"ve already installed my nuts there but now I'm gonna double check and see if the ones on the van are symetrical or not and then adjust my plan accordingly. Using a 8 Pack 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Inch Hanger Bolts Double Headed Bolts Self-Tapping Screw Hanger Bolts for Furniture on Amazon you can put them into the riv nut, press your board up against it and then drill out your holes too. I also have not seen/noticed before the doubled up wood on the bottom half and no wood up top. Seeing how straighter it is I can see that it will make cabinet making much simpler. Do you think it was worth loosing that extra 3/4 of an inch on the bottom? It's such an exceptionally well done job, be proud!!!

Nice notch work. I'll be getting a 136WB and hoping I won't require the same precise notch cuts but it will probably have the same wall contours as your 159WB.

Hi, I am a complete newbie at building anything. I am nearly finished the sound deadening and the super lining of my new Fiat Ducato ( same as your van) and have the insulation next. I was wondering if the battening along the top of the van could be done with half inch birch ply or does it have to be three quarters. Great video, take care and stay safe from the UK xx

Nicely done! Thorough. Curious as to why you didn’t use a bit that was the exact size specified for the rivnut.

This is the best framing I have seen. Do you have a list of what size boards you’ve used . Also what is the brand and year of your van?

What wood thickness did you use? 3/4"? Such amazing Detail THANK YOU!!! Did you make a video for the sliding door? Cant find one anywhere.

Holly Batman!!! Beautifully done. One question I do have is why did you use 8" between center instead of the traditional 18" or 24"?

Thanks! Really helpfull. This was what i was looking for. Can i ask what size the studs are?

This is amazing, yet I'd expect no less from the Batman! The framing is so nice it seems a shame to cover it over! A work of art! Wonder if plus nuts are any less prone to the failures you experienced with the rivnuts.

You are amazing Sir. More than a beginner you look like a pro. 👍NEW SUBSCRIBER HERE!

Hello Al, Its good to see you back at work on an idea, I have been wondering what the next project would be. I still have not finished that trailer I started, my daughter who it was going to be for bought my brothers trailer, so then my granddaughter wanted it. That one ended up a no go too. She will be having our first great grand child in January, as I always do, I will be watching every video you produce. Sorry I never started earlier but will soon catch up. Loooks like its going to be another super bat mobile

Great video again Al! I am taking a ton of notes, since I will jump in the same project within a few months! I noticed that you "chamfer" each board for clearing bolts heads using a Forstner Bit which is perfect; but since the RivNuts heads are exceeding a bit the metal surface on which the board will be sitting on, I was wandering if "chamfering" a bit the other side of the RivNut hole would clear the RivNut head and assure proper seating of the board on the metal surface. What do you think? I plan to make those ribs of birch plywood and maybe the RivNuts head won't plunge easily into the wood when tightening the bolts.

This looks very clean and neat, but could we use simple self drilling screws instead of the rivnuts? this is so much work! and it's not that we are going to replace these wood pieces anytime soon.

What made you decide what spacing between each vertical stud? The distance between the studs varies a lot from one van builder to another. You also have equal spacing, so it eases finishing work after and also to hang other furniture. For a house, the standard is 3 x 16" on center to fit 4' x 8' plywood or sheet rock, but for a RV I don't know. Thanks for the answer for me and for all other viewers.

@oregonbatman, After watching I see the walls are flat side to side. I know that after that around 3-4ft vertical from the floor or around that mid horizontal body member the walls on my promaster begin arching/curving in. By notching your vertical members around the upper horizontal van member, are your vertical boards perfectly square/perpendicular to the floor and flat in the vertical orientation or do they still follow the contour of the van side? It's hard to gauge from video shots.

So you don’t stress over the metal flakes from the drilled rivnut holes?

What size of wood did you use for the vertical and horizontal portion of the frame?

Where are the links to buy the tools you used in this buildout? I swear I saw them before. Thank you!

what's the size (HxW )of the horizontal pieces. ?

Top grade lumber

Great video! What size board do you use for the lower horizontal ?

HOW DO YOU CUT THE HOLES ON THE WOOD TO FIT THE BOLTS PERFECTLY?

It's not a good idea to insulate the drainage holes. But overall, I like the framing of the walls.

So glad that I’ve come across your video… the idea of arbitrarily drilling in self-tapping screws all over the place just didn’t sit well with me.

Great job! How deep do you recommend the furring strip to be able to have the strength to hold up cabinets? What do you think about spacing the furring strips further apart? Thank you!!

Can you tell me what rivet nut tool you are using that allows to use cordless tool to unscrew

Did you have LED lights on any of the ceiling support beams? I have a 2020 Promaster and it came with a string of LED lights that are wired into the van and go across 2 of the support beams. I am trying to find instructions from someone who has removed them.

what wood did you use for framing ? Looks like premium 1 x 3 ? Was this not very expensive ?

im curious, why not just put the rivnuts in the holes that are already there? Why use step bit to drill holes?

good instructional video. clearly presented with good camera and audio

Is there an Amazon link with the products used?

What was the thickness of the wood?

what is the distance of your little dividing block

what type of wood is that? Oak?

Wow you used all select pine for the framing?! $350-400 just for the walls by my estimate

Curious if you could have recessed into the van a bit more and your thought process. Thanks for sharing!

So you double the 3m on their?

Would've been nice to see the other side get built

" Does it come in black? "

Not including all that hardware used ;) $

will you build my van?!