Tongue & Groove Ceiling | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series | Van Life
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Күн бұрынIn this video I share how I installed my ceiling START to FINISH, which includes, adding the ceiling furring strips with plus nuts, prepping the tongue and groove boards, installing the ceiling boards, framing the fans and more!
Tune in to my next video where I'll be sharing how I installed and wired my 12v ceiling puck lights.
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Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:27 - Cutting the Furring Strips
1:52 - Plus/Cross Nuts & Astro 1450
8:19 - Installing the CENTER Furring Strips
13:13 - Installing the FRONT Furring Strip
16:44 - Installing the BACK Furring Strip
19:28 - Installing the FAN Furring Strips
21:44 - Recap of Furring Strip Placement
22:46 - Choosing your Final Ceiling
24:37 - Pros and Cons of the Ceiling I Chose
28:29 - Sanding the Ceiling Boards
30:03 - Painting the Ceiling Boards
32:29 - Installing the Ceiling Boards
38:12 - Boxing out the Fans
43:46 - Framing the MaxxAir Fans
47:47 - Sneak Peak at the Puck Light Install
48:04 - Installing the Ceiling
55:17 - Punching and Filling Nail Holes
58:21 - How I Plan on Finishing the Perimeter of the Ceiling
59:36 - Closing
1:00:08 - Bloopers
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Disclaimer: I am not a professional. This information is what I have gathered from my own research on the topic and is only intended for reference. Further research should be conducted for your specific project based on your needs. Please note, not everything you see online is the correct nor the only way to do something. Contact a professional if in doubt as following an incorrect procedure could lead to a dangerous and ineffective result.
@Soulvanlife 4 ай бұрын
Laura, so many KZfaq videos are pretty useless as they reflect someone quickly showing themselves doing a project but rarely take the time to “instruct” at a teachable pace. Your detailed explanation is amazing. I have been watching van life videos for four or five years and your videos are superb. Keep up the good work sister!
@LaurenLawliss 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. I am glad you are finding the videos helpful😄
@prachisrivastava4390 3 ай бұрын
As someone who has been considering this for awhile now with no building experience or someone to teach me - your videos are the first that I've come across that really explain every aspect of what I thought would be my biggest hurdles (electrical, windows, fans, etc.). Makes me feel like I might actually be able to to this by myself! Can't afford to hire a builder or a built-out van, and you also happen to be building my ideal van layout. Thank you so so much for making this seem less daunting and possible! You really covered every detail a beginner would need - down to every piece of material you used. Will be back to replay your videos a million times over haha!
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
You CAN do it! I appreciate your kind words and am glad you feel more confident to do it yourself. Take your time and enjoy the process. Best of luck🫶🏻
@dougiefresh9618 9 ай бұрын
Coming from a 30 year carpenter and woodworker. You do excellent work and your teaching skills are top notch. Safe travels once you get your van/ home completed.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Appreciate it! This means a lot😇
@kerrysowards5084 9 ай бұрын
I’m a proud owner of a used Promaster I bought to convert. Your channel is a Godsend! You’re amazing and easy to follow along with. Thank you Lauren!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you soooo much. This comment means a lot💖 Wishing you the best on your conversion.
@teresaweaver6609 25 күн бұрын
What is your profession, Are you a teacher? The reason I ask is that you do so well, explaining everything in detail. You have unbelievable patience. And I'm here to say thank you. I'm following suit, Your directions with me build. I have watched many people build out their rigs. No one has been more detailed in explaining from the beginning to the end of every step. I don't know if you have a clue as to what that means to others. Well, I'm one of the others, and when I said thank you, I'm sure so many others would agree. You the bomb Laura.❤💯✌️🥰👍🙌🙏 I am so looking forward to your next video. Please! 🙏 be careful, we need you around.
@teresaweaver6609 25 күн бұрын
When you get the last board up, I started 👏 clapping for you. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@TeutonicNordwind 23 күн бұрын
You are a very impressive lady! Just love your thought process. Just about to start our build on a 23 Promaster 159 ext and have just started devouring your videos. I've been absorbing all I can and making notes for two years now and there's only a few channels that have the caliber of sharing, tips and hacks that you do. Nice job! Looks like a nice yard and piece of property you're on there! Cheers from the mitten! Dan
@prachisrivastava4390 3 ай бұрын
Sidenote - would love a tour of your final van build if it's completed :)
@LaurenLawliss 3 ай бұрын
I’ll be sharing a van tour video eventually🤩
@m.harrison9593 9 ай бұрын
Oh boy... Oh boy... Oh boy... I am always in awe of your vast set of tools, knowledge on how to use them, and patience to do things properly!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Hahahaha thank you🥰
@tylergage_7997 5 ай бұрын
That play doh move is top tier. 🤯
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Haha thanks! It has served me well throughout the build.
@practicalhome2826 9 ай бұрын
beautiful and practical and that goes for both you and the van, It is so nice to see a young lady that is confidant and handy, when you lookup independant women there should be a picture of Lauren
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Hahaha thank you so much for the kind words! I love this🥰
@BTflicks 6 ай бұрын
Great video Lauren, you didnt rush through anything and you made your steps very clear. Now I can install my ceiling. Thanks
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it! Best of luck with your install - you got this🙌🏼
@lawrencepartington8448 9 ай бұрын
I ordered a 2024 Promaster because of your step by step instruction videos. Can’t thank you enough.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
That means a lot. Thank you🥰
@strunk_adventures9750 4 ай бұрын
Looking forward to your next video.
@LaurenLawliss 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for following along!
@LastChanceTinyHouse 5 ай бұрын
I'm new to your channel, and I love watching build video's. The main reason is that every now and then you witness what I call a little act of genius, like I'd never seen the playdough trick and to make it better, the syringe for putty. Two acts in one video, it could be one in a million. There were a few places where I asked my self why you did one thing in one place but not in another but so far, I'm enjoying the lessons.
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@tkettle5991 8 ай бұрын
Another amazed and admiring fan here.From what I can tell you go from student to master all in the course of each project and have the knack to teach it at a high level.Great way to employ your youth and your talent. Very inspirational as well.Bravo!
@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын
Why thank you!!! That means a lot. I am glad you enjoy the videos and appreciate you being here🥰🫶🏻
@inoke1363 8 ай бұрын
One of the most informative most detailed tutorials out there Well done
@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын
Appreciate it!
@Deiphobuzz 5 ай бұрын
The restraint to not curse while nailing your finger is amazing lol.
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Hahaha life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react😆
@antonmaxx 5 ай бұрын
I've watched a lot of vans built, and I think you are one of the best, simple but detailed.
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@marvellousmarvin 9 ай бұрын
Hi Lauren. It's lovely to see you again and another awesome job. I love how particular you are with your build, 🥰🤗 See you soon and have a wonderful week.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in and leaving a comment. Truly means a lot🥰
@darkandrain727 7 ай бұрын
You are the person most worth following, your content is very old, thank you❤
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate that🥰
@doc5081 4 ай бұрын
Alright Lauren. Ive seen your build from start to most recent. Im sold! Im sending over my old jeep zj to be "Lawlissed". Great work. Stay well. DC in so cal
@LaurenLawliss 4 ай бұрын
Hahaha thank you. I like that term, “Lawlissed.”😅
@Dylan57930 3 ай бұрын
I’ve probably viewed this video 4 times and many of your other ones. Thank you. Your videos have been a tremendous help during my build.
@LaurenLawliss 3 ай бұрын
Glad you found it helpful🤗
@pepeperezperez9558 7 ай бұрын
This woman is incredible, I am on the same adventure with my van, she is beautiful, she is smart and she works with tools, I love her!
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
Awh, thank you so much! Best of luck on your conversion.
@pepeperezperez9558 6 ай бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss ♥️
@fernandoalvarosanchez9533 5 ай бұрын
I like your way of working. You have very good ideas. I`m sure your van will loo beautiful
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@vanvittles8651 5 ай бұрын
These videos are incredible! thank you
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@raulacevedoacevedo9690 2 ай бұрын
Hi Lauren! Really enjoy your videos, enjoy the way you explained as you go along. At 49:44 you brad nailed your finger and you took it well, be very careful it’s easy to get hurt. It could had been worst, I noticed at 42:02, 42:04 and 42:08 while using the circular saw your fingers where to close to the blade. Be careful, GB.
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting! Haha I have really good control over my reactions and fight or flight 😆 Safety is always top of mind but I am human and mistakes do happen.
@laurelanderson-rostami109 9 ай бұрын
Beautiful work and a great attitude when you got hurt. Thank you for continuing to be such a wonderful teacher!!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting! 🥰
@moTOMI 5 ай бұрын
Nagyon ügyes vagy , szuper lesz az autód !
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@stefandecuypererga3108 9 ай бұрын
Hi Lauren, you are such a joy to watch. I am going to start doing my Ducato this winter, and I have you as my guiding light. I know it is a lot of work to video everything you do, but rest assured that a lot of people love you for it. Hope to meet you on the road some day! Love, Stefan.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Hi Stefan! That is so exciting. Wishing you the best of luck on your build, you got this! Thank you for the kind words. It really does mean a lot. I am glad all my time out into recording and editing these videos are helping others💖
@chrism4452 5 ай бұрын
Hey Lauren, Hope your travels are going well! Did you post a how to vid on running pucklights? I may be missing it.. I know there are others out there but your tutorials are on another level lol. Thank you 😊
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Hey! I have not posted the puck light video yet but it is the next one in que. The van is 90% done now so I will have videos for every step… once I get then edited 😆
@robertwagner8596 9 ай бұрын
I was wondering when you were going to post another video,man,that van might be better built than my 1930s house,its never goona fall down...lol..seriously,you are doing an excellant job,bet you cant wait to hit the road.thanks for sharing and keep up the good work....be blessed
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Hahaha thanks. I must say it feels extremely sturdy and doesn’t make a sound when I drive so I am very happy about that lol. I appreciate you watching and commenting☺️
@andys5203 8 ай бұрын
WOW !! Great work. I see this channel growing. 😊
@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын
I appreciate it💖
@globaby2058 Ай бұрын
PLS make a video on how you built your upper cabinets!
@LaurenLawliss Ай бұрын
I recorded the whole thing! Just need to get it edited. They turned out perfect if I do say so myself😉
@loganb.a1366 8 ай бұрын
Love Her !!!
@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын
Thank you☺️
@Gr1men 9 ай бұрын
Это великолепно, в современном мире не все мужчины на такое способны. Собираюсь в следующем году тоже заняться строительством авто дома. Смотрю все твои ролики, ищу классные идеи и их решения.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting. Glad you like the videos☺️
@lukebray2192 6 ай бұрын
This is the best and most detailed video I have seen. Cleared up a lot of things I have been wondering about. Thank You
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
Glad you found it helpful! Good luck with your install - you got this👍🏻
@mrbill8542 9 ай бұрын
Love the cedar ceiling !! smells great and the bugs hate it !! nice job !
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
The smell is AMAZING😭💖 Thanks for watching and commenting!
@kyra.celeste 9 ай бұрын
This is just amazing!!!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you!!!
@vandaddy-o2732 9 ай бұрын
Great detail.. REALLY APPRECIATE IT!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! Glad you liked it!
@craiglouw4057 9 ай бұрын
Perfect Timing 👍 another awesome video 👍
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Glad you like it🥰
@FakePersonna 9 ай бұрын
Another fantastic video. Nicely done!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@tonyashaikmohamed4438 6 ай бұрын
❤Thanks your videos are so helpful
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@HellaStokedGarage 9 ай бұрын
Really nice work, you are a natural. We are doing an older van with tons of headroom when I sit crisscross applesauce 😂 but seriously you give me a lot of great ideas and how to build ours smarter and not just slap it together. Thank you 🙏🏻
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting! Best of luck on your build😇🥰
@dougleclair5080 9 ай бұрын
Outstanding Lauren. Love the progress on the van. And, very informative, as always.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you, Doug! Appreciate you watching🥰
@rstowe545 9 ай бұрын
Another Great Video Again, ( you nailed it ) , and you were funny 😄
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Hahaha thank you!
@giantkeytec 7 ай бұрын
i`m giantkey,and i love your video,it`s helps many people to make it`s own system.
@LaurenLawliss 7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@parfproduction1345 2 ай бұрын
Play dough, brilliant ! You're very talented.
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
The play dough was so helpful 😆
@Hope_Faith_Strength 5 ай бұрын
You’re the best teacher ! So glad I found you. New subscriber from Australia x
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Appreciate it and welcome to my journey!
@MarcelloQuieti 9 ай бұрын
awesome video as always Lauren! i'm doing a promaster conversion too and your videos are always very helpful. thank you for going over the little details as well!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting! Best of luck on your conversion. Enjoy the journey🥰
@heathers_home_videos 9 ай бұрын
Nice video! Very thorough 👍👍
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Appreciate it🥰
@tomassanesson902 9 ай бұрын
Awesome build
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@halffastguy8024 5 ай бұрын
Ooh, I felt that when you nailed your finger. I've had them hit metal and deflect into my finger. Hope it wasn't majorly damaged. BTW, great vid.
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Hahaha it startled me for sure and hurt a few days after but nothing severe, thankfully 😅
@ourvanlives4736 8 ай бұрын
Lauren you are such a great instructor and informative. Is this your first build? If so you definitely have done your research. Love it!
@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! Yes, this is my first ever build. Research has been key to my success for sure😄
@lillyhoneysuckle9503 4 ай бұрын
Subscribed a bit ago and this is your 2nd instructional video I'm watching, preparing for my build. You are an awesome inspiration and patient passionate instructor. This is Soo cool. THANXS I AM DOING THIS.
@LaurenLawliss 4 ай бұрын
Welcome! I’m so glad you found my channel and have found the videos helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@atsimas 7 ай бұрын
Put some of the black 3m caulk you used to mount the air apparatus to the top, either to the hole or at the rivnut, (experiment what fits you best) and then install. Let it dry and it will hold far superior weight than the plus nut.
@LaurenLawliss 7 ай бұрын
I have no issues or complaints with the way I did it so the plusnuts worked well for me😄
@teddsupermann 9 ай бұрын
hi. solid work on your build. I used glue for back end piece...no issues yet!! Enjoy your videos!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate it!
@whiterabbit2786 9 ай бұрын
Welcome Back. I hope you haven't already installed your heater. I just bought the gasoline heater from VelitCamping (gas, not diesel). Mine is working great and not having to fuss with a second fuel source is so nice. I'd recommend the gasoline heater, if you haven't already installed a heater.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Great to be back! I have installed my heater already and I LOVE IT! It is the Webasto EVO 40 that pulls fuel from my vans gas tank. It also works in high altitudes which I plan on traveling to. I’m glad you found a heater you like too!
@marcandrepoirier4148 Ай бұрын
Très belle ouvrage
@ManaTonga2531 4 ай бұрын
Lauren i love your videos and i hope your new video is coming soon.
@LaurenLawliss 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for following along. Many more to come… eventually.
@jun1779315 8 ай бұрын
한국에 살고있는 팬입니다. 응원합니다.🙂🤩
@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@andreasmoll_0924 9 ай бұрын
Its so cute how you doing all this
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thanks
@Sunsetschano 5 ай бұрын
Great ideas you have! How did you learn all that building stuff? The play doh idea rocks!
@LaurenLawliss 5 ай бұрын
Thanks. I’m all self taught!
@michaelklein5046 9 ай бұрын
im jest getting started with my van
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
How exciting!! Wishing you the best😁
@xyxycvn12xy45 8 ай бұрын
🔥
@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын
☺️
@christopherkn917 3 ай бұрын
Greetings beckoning you from Uganda 🇺🇬 🇺🇬 🇺🇬 🇺🇬 Uganda East Africa.
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
Greetings!
@christopherkn917 3 ай бұрын
You're awesome
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@alaskalogcabinyoga7050 4 ай бұрын
We have the same van as you do and your videos are soooo helpful! Thank you!!! Question: what are the measurements of your cabinets- do you have videos on your cabinets?
@LaurenLawliss 4 ай бұрын
I’m glad to hear you find my videos helpful! I have a video out for my bed area which covers the dimensions. In terms of my dresser and kitchen unit, they are 36.5” in height overall, 20” deep and 46.5” in length. I recorded the whole project, but still need to edit the videos for that😊
@alaskalogcabinyoga7050 4 ай бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss thanks!!
@awarwar 9 ай бұрын
Love the detailed explanation. Promaster is a Fiat Ducato where I am..your videos are been used as a master reference, so thank you. Quick question Lauren in terms of registration of the vehicle, do you have to do anything (when ready) to change from from a Cargo Van to a Campervan ?
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting! In terms of insurance it changes country to country and state to state. So I’m not comfortable answering this questions with confidence, sorry.
@kv3417 7 ай бұрын
Wow can you guide me through my build next year. I'm scared to chop a brand new van. So I'm going to need double triple assurance before I do. I can compensate for your time..
@LaurenLawliss 7 ай бұрын
You can do it! I have no doubt☺️
@mehmetcirik4954 9 ай бұрын
Tebrik ederim güzel kız. Hem çok beceriklisin, hem de çok tatlısın. Özellikle Türkçe yazıyorum. Bir iki kelime aklında kalır umarım. Bilir misin bilmem ama Türkçe dünyada en çok konuşulan dillerden aslında. Hoşça kal. sevgiyle.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@jasonjones5213 9 ай бұрын
Great video, I think the 12 foot boards would have been almost too much for one person to handle.The van is looking great.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
That’s a good point. I didn’t think of that haha. Would have definitely struggled with 12 foot boards by myself.
@Bengans_pension 4 ай бұрын
Superkvinna hej från Sverige ❤❤
@LaurenLawliss 4 ай бұрын
Hello!
@akwild1 14 күн бұрын
Great video. Could you tell me if the strips in the back are 1 inch or 1 1/2 inch wide? I think I heard you mention both sizes.
@LaurenLawliss Күн бұрын
Thanks! I used 1/2” Baltic birch plywood for the ceiling furring strips.
@danielvanmourik 9 ай бұрын
lott off wood and plug nuts and that all you dont see. good start off te celling. keep going whit building your bus home
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Got to have a good foundation before the final install… always😆
@danielvanmourik5247 9 ай бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss yeah that is way i like your video's
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Appreciate it!
@debraroth4724 3 ай бұрын
Did you have to put commercial insurance on your van? I just purchased a Ram Promaster high roof and the vin is showing commercial. If you did not have to insure as a commercial vehicle please let me know the work around! Love your videos. I am using for reference to build mine out.
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the question. Laws will vary state to state. Personally I did not need to insure it as a commercial vehicle. Once I completed the build I retitled the van as an RV and insured it as such.
@alaskalogcabinyoga7050 2 ай бұрын
Hi, You are helping us so much!!! Thanks!! Question: approximately how much Baltic birch did you use? I’m estimating (for 4x8 sheets) of Baltic birch (yes that size is available yay) 1/2”- 6 sheets 1/4”- 2 sheets 1/8”- 3 sheets Just wondering if I’m anywhere in ball park or if it’s a crazy amount
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
Hey! Good question. It depends on what you plan to build and what thickness you want for everything. Of course the more cabinetry you have, the more wood you will need. I purchased the following 4x8 sheets below (quantities on the left) and I planned every cut to limit waste: 2 - 1/8” 10 - 1/4” 18 - 1/2” 4 - 3/4” My van is 85% done so I still need to purchase some more wood for final touches but not major quantities. Your estimations seem very low to me for a full van build… very low. Doesn’t hurt to get some now and wait until you need more.
@alaskalogcabinyoga7050 2 ай бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss thanks so much! We don’t have as much cabinetry as you do- we have ikea bed supports and less garage cabinets, only overhead cabinets, kitchen cabinet and one for toilet and a bench with frig storage. But I am probably still underestimating We have to travel 4 hours to Anchorage to get lumber 😩 If you’re ever in Alaska, look us up- we live in Kenny Lake (Wrangell St. Elias National Park area- out in the boonies. We have 10 acres and a log cabin.
@alaskalogcabinyoga7050 2 ай бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss I have Vanspace but it crashes my computer so I’m trying to learn Sketchup.
@alaskalogcabinyoga7050 2 ай бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss what did you use the 3/4 inch for? We hope to use 1/2 for cabinets except 1/4 for backing and 1/8 for walls
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
I feel your pain. Every time I needed wood I have to make a 6 hour roundtrip drive and had to do that 3 times 😆 I loved Anchorage. Can’t wait to go back.
@jeremielajoie6713 Ай бұрын
Did you stop making these tutorial type videos? They are very helpful.
@LaurenLawliss Күн бұрын
More to come soon!
@fernwehchronicles193 9 ай бұрын
These are unavailable @ Amazon: #10-32 X 1-1/4" Stainless Phillips Truss Head Machine Screw, (25pc), Fine Thread, 18-8 (304) Stainless Steel, by Bolt Dropper … would this be a good substitute: Phillips Truss Head Machine Screw 18-8 Stainless Steel - #10-32 x 1-1/4" Qty-100 If not, please make a recommendation. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and time.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
As long as they are the same thread as the plus nut, they will work (which these appear to be).
@aaallllen 8 ай бұрын
How tall are you? I'm 6'3" and am leaning toward a Transit HR. Definitely snowboard a lot, so I was thinking of a 1.5" Zip R-Sheathing floor. I haven't decided on the ceiling yet.
@LaurenLawliss 7 ай бұрын
I am 6’. The ProMaster isn’t as tall as Transits and Sprinters but it is wider so I could put my bed wall to wall instead of front to back. My subfloor is 1/2 inch plywood and 1/4 inch vinyl planks. My ceiling is 1/2 inch furring strip and 1/4 inch tongue and groove. I cannot imagine making the floor or ceiling any thicker as it would not be comfy to standup in the van.
@aaallllen 7 ай бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss Thank you for the information. That confirms why I didn't think the ProMaster would be for me. I remember some winter nights going below 0F. In the planning I keep thinking that in a Transit, I might have to bite the bullet for FlareSpaces w/o windows or to go with a front/back bench/bed setup.
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
You could also look at the ProMaster extra high roof. They came out with that version last year after I already bought my van😆 flare will be a nice touch!
@aaallllen 6 ай бұрын
@@LaurenLawliss oh that's awesome... 7ft of internal height will make it a serious consideration. It seems to only come in the 159wb though.
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
The 159” wheelbase is what I have and it’s perfect! I wouldn’t want to go anymore or any less
@sierrabravoexteriorcleanin6225 19 күн бұрын
What height are you? Im 6'3 and planning a similar van conversion on the same van.
@LaurenLawliss 2 күн бұрын
I am 6 foot!
@user-kn4mm8tx6y 8 ай бұрын
Lauren....you my dream girl.shamim zahuri from bangladesh💙🤝👫🏭
@LaurenLawliss 8 ай бұрын
👋🏻
@robinkaskey3251 6 ай бұрын
You are missed. I hope you are well.
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
That means a lot! Thanks☺️
@sunj8286 2 ай бұрын
Any update Lauren?
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
Van is 85% done and I’ve been on the road. Finishing the build this fall. Been brunt out from building and editing videos but I did record EVERYTHING and plan to continue making videos.
@kantameena9668 2 ай бұрын
didnt understand giftcard trick on the nail gun....
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
Since the tongue and groove I chose was so thin, the gift card helped to prevent the nails from going straight through the board and also helped to prevent dents and scratches from the nail gun 😁
@mvmc1607 2 ай бұрын
@LaurenLawliss 2 ай бұрын
👋🏻
@mehmetcirik4954 6 ай бұрын
Nerelerdesin Lauren? Şimdi baktım, izlediğim son videondan başka paylaşım yapmamışsın. Her şey yolunda mı? Hello from TÜRKİYE.
@LaurenLawliss 6 ай бұрын
All is well. Hoping to get back to video making soon🤞🏼
@pbarrick03 9 ай бұрын
I missed your videos welcome back. And the ceiling looks great!
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! Happy to be back☺️
@hoists1829 9 ай бұрын
@LaurenLawliss Hey Lauren, your videos are awesome. How we could contact you? Thank you.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting! If you have any questions feel free to pop them in the comments😄
@marvellousmarvin 9 ай бұрын
Hi Lauren. It's lovely to see you again and another awesome job. I love how particular you are with your build, 🥰🤗 See you soon and have a wonderful week.
@LaurenLawliss 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in and leaving a comment. Truly means a lot🥰
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