RV Pull-Out Bed for Cargo Trailer or Van

RV Pull-Out Bed for Cargo Trailer or Van - DIY

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2 жыл бұрын

We built a pull-out bed for my daughter's 6'x10' cargo trailer, and it turned out great! It's strong, easy to use and would work well in vans also. I'm sure that it can be improved upon, but this should give you another idea on what's possible for your own build.
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@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

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@lindagolden9892 2 жыл бұрын

all 🦃 start running…gotta luv Linda’s humor

@mitchellwelke2095 2 жыл бұрын

The type of RV I want to build, practical and functional for us. Thanks!

@garybalanesi610 2 жыл бұрын

A hot toaster wire cuts foam wonderfully.

@KRT045 2 жыл бұрын

Hereagain for another episode of Gonagain! Happy Friday y’all.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being a Gonagain-er. Appreciate you watching our videos, Kyle.

@jimb5113 2 жыл бұрын

See! All that "down time" during Linda's recovery is not really down time and that is a good thing. Thanks!

@yooperdog 2 жыл бұрын

We also have a 6x10, but we're going to switch it up and go with truck camper so wife feels comfortable driving.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Truck campers are nice to have, too. We went to a RV show and went in the vans, rvs and truck campers. The one that appealed to us the most was a truck camper.

@yooperdog 2 жыл бұрын

@@gonagain we're getting a Scout, very simplistic. And wife can share in driving duties.

@badgerpa9 2 жыл бұрын

Nice design idea. Hope you are all well and Linda is healing up well.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

We are all good, Badger, thank you. Linda sees the dr next week and we're hoping the cast comes off and she can start using that ankle again.

@badgerpa9 2 жыл бұрын

@@gonagain Awesome.

@LorE_aka-midwestmemaw8555 2 жыл бұрын

Good morning ☕. I hope Linda is doing well! And healing

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Linda is doing great and hopes to get that cast off next week. We're thinking on where we want to go next.

@darlenestout7548 2 жыл бұрын

Cool idea. Hope Linda's foot is getting better.

@stevewyatt8535 2 жыл бұрын

I agree that the narrow slats look flimsy...love your design with the 2 x 4's. Thanks for sharing all of your designs!

@nomadthetraveler5782 2 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about building a queen size Murphy bed into my cargo trailer conversion so I can have much more space to move around in the trailer during the day. I need to make as much movement room as possible so I can drive my electric wheelchair in and be able to turn it around so it's ready to go right back out with my wheelchair.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

A murphy bed should work for your needs. That would give you more floorspace for your wheelchair.

@alanjackson4646 2 жыл бұрын

Great simple sofa/bed, built to Victorian standards. Hope you are keeping well in our dangerous world. Regards from the U.K. AJ

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, AJ, hope you are staying safe and healthy as well.

@sudasummers9111 2 жыл бұрын

God bless stay safe!

@kristiluv817 2 жыл бұрын

It just dawned on me, Rick. You remind me of my Daddy! That has nothing to do with age, because you and I are within a couple of years of each other, I think. Daddy could build anything, including the house I grew up in. He passed away way too young. He was only 56, I was 10. He was a good man, as are you! Nice build, btw! I gave up a year's worth of thinking and perusing Element builds, and settled on the Coleman Ridgeline 3 cot! In 2 weeks, I'll be in Kentucky, the "LBL" as we call it, and I cannot wait! Safe travels my friends! ❤👣

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Kristi.

@jonkirkwood469 Жыл бұрын

I missed this video when you posted it. We're struggling trying to figure-out seating. My wife and I built pipe berths from your idea. Yes, they are comfortable. Our trailer is 7' wide and the 78" pipe berth accommodates my 73" height; so well that I'm known to take naps in the trailer in the driveway. My wife is only 62 ("and a half!")" tall. The top berth is a bit of a climb for her. Now, I'm considering the fold-out bed or a deep sofa for my wife and any guest grandkids. I'll keep the pipe berth for myself.

@jlrilea3083 2 жыл бұрын

You two get another thumbs up for that bed.

@RVingwithG 2 жыл бұрын

I like it a lot better then the finger ones! WELL DONE!

@xmavrick 2 жыл бұрын

Very well built

@sandragrissom4802 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Knife through butter on that mattress!

@cotter9751 2 жыл бұрын

I did like that - clear instruction, much easier for a novice like me to try.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

I'm happy that it helped!

@chrisdalebout5106 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, for showing how you and your daughter built the bed. I enjoy watching your how to videos.

@jwagnermail 2 жыл бұрын

The only addition I would make to the sliding bed would be access doors on the ends, under the platform. I don't think the strength would be compromised by adding doors, since the majority of the weight bearing is on the wall frame and the center (long side) frame. Access doors would allow equipment to be loaded under the bed while you are standing outside the trailer.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Nice idea!

@patrickhall3878 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work.. try rubbing ivory soap bar on wood runners to make them slide smooth.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip, Patrick.

@davec9244 2 жыл бұрын

Sense the wheel was invented, its haves been improved, nice weel there I wanted a bed that folded against the wall, and made a couch, 800$ made in China, I will say it works, way too much money. thank you all stay safe

@wrxs1781 2 жыл бұрын

Good video Gonagain, the trailer project for your daughter is coming along nicely, if only the never ending winter would leave, with an early spring.

@homelessnomad101 2 жыл бұрын

Really liked the build of this bed over the slat (fingers type) beds. You and your daughter did a really nice job.

@homelessnomad101 2 жыл бұрын

Rick, got a question for ya / I gotta get a hitch put on my PU before I can begin pulling a trailer, is the hitch you have on your SUV a class A? Was thinking that I wouldn't need anything too heavy-duty if I'm pulling a small trailer such as yours. What's your take on that? Thanks!

@danshively9960 2 жыл бұрын

Very good plan. I will copy you sir!

@Onewithsausage 2 жыл бұрын

Great looking bed!

@JeffSkymaster 2 жыл бұрын

Lookin good guy's

@markbajek2541 2 жыл бұрын

maybe put some floor sliders or the thin teflon strips under the forward plywood to make it move a bit smoother on the floor.

@sasquatch885 2 жыл бұрын

Nice design!☝🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

@HOMEFORD-np4lx 2 жыл бұрын

How about piano hinge the plywood pieces. That way you could have an angled back rest, plus it would be easier to fold than it is to pick up the wood and put it on top of the other piece. You could have extend the front skirt up about 1/2 inch then you wouldn't have needed to screw it down. This would allow you to lift just the plywood to access the storage without having to pull it out.

@jwagnermail 2 жыл бұрын

I also thought about a piano hinge for that section of the plywood, but then wondered if it is worth the cost of the hinge and the trouble of getting it attached straight and secure. I guess it depends on your budget and preference.

@doingitwithnothing 2 жыл бұрын

Like it…

@jimv.661 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy how well thought out your projects and videos are. Although, it does seem the couch part is a little high for the little people. Ha! Need a fold-down foot bar.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't go so far as to call it "well thought out"! Lol!

@jimv.661 2 жыл бұрын

Well, put it this way. After watching you for 2-3 yrs I would trust your decisions and calculations more than 99.5% of the people I know. And, in case anyone asks, I know a lot of people.

@coldspring624 2 жыл бұрын

I love seeing her build her own. As I watch I drift back to my 65 ford van and how I could not wait to hit the road and how great it is to be on the move

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

She loves working on her trailer and truck. Now that both girls have their trailers set up, they're planning a trip for all of us.

@coldspring624 2 жыл бұрын

@@gonagain Fantastic...enjoy

@robertboyd4656 Жыл бұрын

Putting 2 door hinges on the upper slide part would be easy to help with open and close

@BillSprague 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking me along on your cargo van conversion journey. Heal quickly, Linda!

@martykong3592 2 жыл бұрын

KUDOS for another great share, video and idea! Well DONE! All the BEST and thanks MUCH! Cheers! ! :)

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Marty!

@kennethwilson8633 2 жыл бұрын

You are so handy. Gonna ask again are you ever gonna show how you made the gas can warmer for your butane stove??? Have fun traveling and stay safe. Hope the wife is doing better too.

@elkmontb10 2 жыл бұрын

Job well done.

@mikemanjo2458 2 жыл бұрын

Great work! Enjoy!

@NatureAndOther 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting video. The walls colour is nice and relaxing

@suesokoloski6644 2 жыл бұрын

Well thought out and put together two stars for you guys

@billcade3325 2 жыл бұрын

Good job

@teresaf5480 2 жыл бұрын

Great job you guys 👍👍

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Teresa!

@mykll2000 2 жыл бұрын

Whoa! Like you were reading my mind. Great design. I think I am sold.

@ex-engineer6657 2 жыл бұрын

Good build, encouragement to "Just Do It". How are Y'all now, getting better I hope.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Linda is doing great and is getting close to having the cast removed.

@jtsterry 2 жыл бұрын

Love the videos. Excellent

@RutherfordTony 2 жыл бұрын

More than one way to skin a cat! Good job!

@Cockeyed_Den8213 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Rick and Linda hope Linda is doing better. I like the way you did that bed I am going to redo mine now that I don't need the bed for the wife. it'll give me more room. You all take care stay safe.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Den, there's always room for improvement!

@mobile_noble4026 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. I was looking at making a slat bed, now I will rethink that.

@tagladyify Жыл бұрын

Great ideas!

@RVingwithG 2 жыл бұрын

Opening seen. "Wow those latches look well taken care of" OH, It's a NEW trailer!

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that helps!

@justmona9647 2 жыл бұрын

😊

@ChuckisOutside 2 жыл бұрын

Good job. Thanks for sharing.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@campfiresanddirtytires2307 8 ай бұрын

I like it..I agree with you on your build

@eileenmcloughlin4778 2 жыл бұрын

Great design! Looks much sturdier than the others I've seen in other videos. Thank you!

@justmona9647 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job y'all!!!

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Mona!

@jeffreygraf3358 2 жыл бұрын

You keep coming up with good ideas for my cargo trailer (on your recommendation). Love your channel!

@cowboyscoffee 11 ай бұрын

Nice job

@gonagain 11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@FirstSuiGeneris 2 жыл бұрын

Linda had me laughing! What do you have there? My latest ride! [ electric knife ] LMAO, okay, I went there, not sure she went there. But I sure did! : ) All before my first cup of coffee.

@NarleyAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@markreynolds3850 2 жыл бұрын

Nice project, thanks for sharing this video.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@makalapuamegs1056 2 жыл бұрын

I remember when the girls painted their trailer. That’s a great design Rick. Hope Linda is recovering nicely so you can get back on the road, minus the ebike 😅. I’m in Mesa at a friends place going rock hounding tomorrow. It’s been a bit chilly here but a real heatwave compared to where you’re at.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

I see temperatures in the high 40s coming in a few days!!!

@Steve-Goff 2 жыл бұрын

If I ever build one, I’d like it to be similar to what you built before where the bed is hinged to the wall. I’d like them on both sides so when they come down it’s a full size bed. Put 1 down and you have a fairly big table

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

You bet, and it depends on if you want to use the trailer for hauling an ATV or something.

@PilotMcbride 2 жыл бұрын

@4:29 "Whatcha got there Linda?" "A bad husband neuteriser Rick. Helps to keep naughty husbands in line." 😂😂 Very nice job guys. Great to see Linda up and about again. 👏👏👏 👋👋👋

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Don't be giving her any ideas, Pilot.

@PilotMcbride 2 жыл бұрын

@@gonagain 🤣🤣🤣 😇😇

@tm8747 2 жыл бұрын

you copied my design but mine folds into 2 pieces and folds against the wall, mine also has i foot under the bed for items and boxes for storage, love the idea of the diesel stove/heater. good job all and all.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks TM, there's lots of room for improvement in my design!

@alanosborne1947 2 жыл бұрын

I like your design better not as many parts! I am looking forward to your diesel heater install to see how you do it. I'm still debating whether I want to make my heater a permanent install or portable. Like all CTC "design engineers" I've taken what I feel are the best of all designs I've seen on YT and will implement them into my build/install.I did purchase a Lavaner 5Kw heater because after some research I found it to be the best of the best of ALL the Chinese diesel heaters due to customer service support and better quality components.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Alan, thanks for the tip on the Lavaner heater, I'll pass that on to my daughter now so that she can get one ordered.

@jodyseaman1885 2 жыл бұрын

I like the added touches you do that give added strength such as the frame against the wall that carries the load to the floor . I like the open front with the wider legs out of 3/4 plywood. Thanks for another good build. How is Linda doing?

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

She's doing great, Jody! The cast should be coming off next week.

@vincenzodemarco7983 2 жыл бұрын

Rick, you were So Right when proclaiming that the interior of a cargo-build is Never finished, or Always up for a 'redo'. Something like that. I'm now working on my third rebuild of the bed and Thank God for all your ideas and concepts. I Cannot remember the name of those Special 'pulleys' that allow one person to lift 500-lbs. with ease?? Since Bruzetta Demands to sleep with me,🤓 I've had to redesign & rebuild the bed now three times. She is 145 lbs. and Can't get up on her own as the platform is over three feet off the floor. Any ideas??? I'm thinking rigging a harness to 'lift her hulk' up into the bed via the magic of one of those pulleys??? What a Massive Task, I'm Almost Stumped. 🤔 Onwards and Upwards, I have little choice. Hoping Linda's foot is almost ready for some Break-Dancing??? That would be one Great Video. 😂 (more info arriving in the mail soon) God Bless 🤗

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Can she go up steps at all? I'm thinking building a set of steps that you use to get into your trailer but bring in at night so she can use them to get up on the bed.

@vincenzodemarco7983 2 жыл бұрын

@@gonagain Yes, Yes & Yes, however she has yet to get comfortable with the concept. Mastiffs are not the 'bouncy or jumpy' type breed, & she keeps Looking at the stairs as if it's an Alien. I started a rebuild with the steps being wider & less tall. I'm thinking small bits of steak to coax her now. She blew-out her right knee six weeks ago, and I built a ramp for the FJ but no dice, that too is an Alien. Funny Dog, but we need each other. Thanks for the Tip and the Encouragement. I'll send a pic of the revamp.🎯👊

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

@@vincenzodemarco7983 Please do. What about a folding ramp? Might be easier if you just slept on the floor.

@CITAP1 2 жыл бұрын

I'm getting sleepy just looking at it.

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

I get hungry watching your cooking videos!!!!!

@CITAP1 2 жыл бұрын

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@anthonyweis5470 2 жыл бұрын

I miss your black powder content. Do you still do that?

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

We had a video taken down (on BP) so we moved the rest of them to Rumble. So, no, we don't those anymore.

@3generations393 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Rick & family 🙋 Hope Linda is healing well ❣️ I really like your pull out bed design and would like to know more about the mattress. You said it's 6inch foam-are they happy with it? I have been looking for just this kind-3 layers-etc. Any info on name/&place of purchase will be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Iris 🙋

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn't find that exact mattress again, but I did find this one: www.amazon.com/Best-Price-Mattress-6-Inch-Memory/dp/B00HCZ0X9Y/ref=sr_1_4?crid=32DK70X9AI5O5&keywords=6%22%2Bmemory%2Bfoam%2Bmattress&qid=1645812874&s=home-garden&sprefix=6%2Bmemory%2Bfoam%2Bmattress%2Cgarden%2C189&sr=1-4&th=1

@franciscohernandez6157 10 ай бұрын

Hello Nicely done i to don’t like the flimsy 1x2 slats. do you have the dimensions or a cut list that I could buy from you?

@gonagain 10 ай бұрын

Sorry, but I don't.

@rbartlett6606 2 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me about the mattress. Where did you get it? We are having trouble finding a mattress. We are looking for 4” of medium density foam with 2” of memory foam. That mattress looked like it had 3 types of foam. Thank you

@gonagain 2 жыл бұрын

Here's a link for that mattress through our Amazon associates page: 6" Multi-Layer Memory Foam Mattress: amzn.to/3BQpGGY