Vlog 12: installing a bonded side window to my DIY campervan (Toyota Proace)

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6 жыл бұрын

On a rare and random nice day I installed the first of the bonded side windows into the campervan. It went pretty well, especially given how big the window is. A fellow boater stood next to me as I popped the window in place in case it slipped but all was fine. Then I did some beginning work on the ceiling and screwed down the 12mm plywood floor.
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@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian 6 жыл бұрын

Man with jigsaw, large piece of ply, lots of swearing. Brilliant stuff. Keep it coming! 👍😀

@jerrystewart796 4 жыл бұрын

I liked the "Windows Update" bit.

@judithmatthews8460 14 күн бұрын

When you said it didn’t look much different for all that work, my lip trembled. 💔 But we know all that insulation and tremendous artwork with ply is a hidden gem

@danieltaylor5231 2 жыл бұрын

In this vlog we can really see the influence the early silent films had on David's vlog style. Notice the plain black with white letter, the change of play speed simply magnificent.

@sianwarwick633 Жыл бұрын

Nicely observed. The notes under the title card are great too. Very Woody Allen. I mean this in the best possible way 😉

@remyllebeau77 6 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't underestimate your work so far. As they say, anything worth doing is worth doing right.

@blessedbethecheese9549 3 жыл бұрын

This is the most enjoyable and yet relaxing diy vlog I've ever seen. Good bye insomnia.

@chrishalstead4405 3 жыл бұрын

Noooooooooooo!! Stumbled across ‘Cruising the Cut’ a week or so ago and have binge-watched 114 episodes. Just thinking I might be returning to some form of sanity and...........nooooooooo!! he’s doing ANOTHER ruddy vlog, this time fitting out a motor home. Will I ever see the grandchildren again???? 😉

@Vandemonium 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha sorry!

@MrBooojangles 3 жыл бұрын

Haha I know what you mean, but it is fascinating watching and very addictive. I've only got through a certain amount of Cruising The Cut videos and now I've put them on halt, because I'm glued to these now and I can't just go and watch the newest Vandamonium video, as that would be cheating and spoil the surprise of the finished van. 😂

@MidnightAmratha 4 жыл бұрын

I just noticed you drilled the holes in the floor for the screws and you had the vacuum cleaner standing next to you and then you used the professionals normal was of moving debris aka your hand :)

@AnthonyChew 5 жыл бұрын

I was biting my nails when you're cutting a hole into your van! But nothing prepared me for what lies ahead .. the rubber trim. I would've freak out at that moment, but as always, you have your way, well done! Loving the floor board by the way, very impressive if you ask me.

@justbreakingballs 4 жыл бұрын

Dave often decent screws have small ribs under the heads and self countersink, it takes a bit of experience especially with an impact driver to get them nice but nothing wrong with you using a countersink etc to do it. When you have all the time in the world it does not matter if people over do things, it’s nice to overdo things. I’m an electrician and do most things, I plumbed all my house and fitted a new pressurised hot water system in the garage in copper and my plumber mates said oh that’s not the quickest way to do that or I would have used plastic there it’s cheaper and quicker whilst missing the fact I wasn’t on the clock or rushing because I wasn’t on a price. The joy of doing a job for yourself off the clock is sweet.

@frankangel9430 6 жыл бұрын

Love your videos mate. Keep going. It's like watching me. Get there in the end. ATB Frank

@Smudgie 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a complete noob at this and I am amazed at your work and your patience in actually taking the time to vlog your progress. I can imagine just how much time and effort you have put into this project, not only the work of turning your Proace into a camping van but also the work of filming and vlogging! Many thanks! I have a newer model Proace and am just starting to do the same. One question if I may. Is the wiring for the LED lights and Skylight fan spliced into the existing wiring or will all the modifications run off your solar setup?

@mickyjb2003 6 жыл бұрын

Great job done, do like the honesty of your videos. Keep up the good work.

@stevec-b6214 4 жыл бұрын

there exists a clever drill called a screw counterbore I believe - it drills the holes and countersinks at the same time- I have been thinking of buying a set since 1987 ;)

@darlenecarman303 6 жыл бұрын

love watching you contemplate how to do something, then do it, and maybe re-do it.....You are a perfectionist...

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Alas I'm a would-be perfectionist who isn't actually skilled enough to be perfect!

@pootle2768 6 жыл бұрын

I do love a well placed “yikes”. You’re doing a fantastic job

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mandy :-)

@sandcrabronco 3 жыл бұрын

Just a hint, its easier to turn the tube of adhesive inside the gun than it is to turn the whole gun when trying to apply a consistently shaped bead.

@WanderingBird 6 жыл бұрын

Loving seeing the van evolve- it's looking so good. Sorry about the sachet- delays are so frustrating but there's ALWAYS something else to do! The worst bit is the prep work- as you said, it doesn't look so different but it will help enormously in the long run. 👍😀

@PastorChrisCoutts 6 жыл бұрын

No head, fruity overtones with a nice full flavor. As Magnus would say... not bad! 8.5/10 on the install. 10/10 on the execution. Hahaha.

@context_required 6 жыл бұрын

Man with jigsaw , large piece of ply ,lots if swearing sounds like every diy project ever

@w.mozart3048 6 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you countersunk the screw holes in "Drill" mode.... ;)

@ASCIITerminal 6 жыл бұрын

Looking good! It's coming along nicely.

@cjw2661 6 жыл бұрын

It's looking great. Keep up the good work !!!

@lv_woodturner3899 6 жыл бұрын

Nice progress. Bummer about not being able to install the second window on the mild sunny day. I would also have countersunk the holes, this gives a better appearance and reduces tearout or breaking if you just drove the screws flush without countersinking. Dave.

@Philhoppermiller 6 жыл бұрын

Looking good David. The van, I mean. You do good work. I enjoy it very much. An interesting conversion. Keep the vlog's coming.

@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын

Exactly the same thing happened with the width of the trim that was supplied with my windows. There were two skins to get over and luckily the "Glass for Vans" chap doing the install rang his office and they ordered me some much wider which fitted over both skins. Does make you wonder why they don't sell you the right stuff to start with. Coming on nicely Dave!

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers Greg. I'm now three vlogs "in hand" and making the cabinets ... I think you'll cringe at my shambolic attempts at carpentry but at least it's starting to look more like a camper now :-)

@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын

You are so fortunate to have the time to crack on, work is still taking its toll on my build but not for much longer 😃

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

That's because you're gadding about going to festivals like Camp Quirky instead of building ;-)

@GregVirgoe 6 жыл бұрын

I'll expect to see you there next year showing off your finished ride 😎

@dougmcraydejr8026 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't help but notice when you were building your van that a straight edge might have helped. If you are interested I was told to put a straight piece of metal down (or a level), clamp it to your wood and use that to run your saw against. You will get great, straight cuts that you will be proud of. Cheerio!

@Vandemonium 3 жыл бұрын

I did try that but somehow still came out with wonky lines

@JasperJanssen 3 жыл бұрын

Vandemonium it doesn’t work with a jigsaw. BTDT. The blade bends sideways too much. I mean, that’s literally what it is intended for, making curves.

@sylviapage8572 6 жыл бұрын

It’s looking good and progressing well. If I ever decide to get a campervan you’ve shown me that I need to go to Hilltop, Jerba, Westafalia. I could never tackle a job like this! Thanks for the update.

@stevelong6358 6 жыл бұрын

well done it,s looking good.

@justbreakingballs 4 жыл бұрын

I hate it when i accidentally get a wood blade on the hacksaw 🤪. Dave getting me through lockdown.

@keykeypr8292 6 жыл бұрын

"space age NASA capsule with all this Elvis stuff" What a great line! I'm not the "handyman"--DIY type, but I do enjoy your videos.

@mischef18 6 жыл бұрын

Coming along well bro, with each video it looks more and more like not just a van. ATB

@darrenjones3681 6 жыл бұрын

Good job 👍

@ajnin1974 6 жыл бұрын

Top notch sir !

@clairepapadatos1116 6 жыл бұрын

Wonderful work👍👍

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Claire :-)

@resistantgeordie2636 6 жыл бұрын

Loving the vids!👍 im looking to convert a transit soon... so picking up a load of tips! Cheers!😁

@4Saken4ever 6 жыл бұрын

Got more balls than Theo from indie projects, that lad shit himself at the thought of putting in a little window.....good for you, loving the videos

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Haha, it's not something that everyone's happy to try, for sure. I'm actually quite surprised I did it!!

@katelights 2 жыл бұрын

the people that are just forcing their screws in without countersinking probably have self countersinking screws. they have bits on the head to carve out some space.

@stilcrazychris 6 жыл бұрын

Looking good, looking good!!! By no time @ all you will be enjoying your fruits of your labor. You'll have all that space age silver all covered up... lol... Chris

@richardwallinger1683 3 жыл бұрын

my favourite cut off tool is my angle grinder with a 0.8 or 1 mm cutoff disc .

@roygardiner4002 6 жыл бұрын

Pipe grip pliers will nip the two edges together and keep them parallel David.

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Aha! Cheers for that!

@stephenwhittier6439 5 жыл бұрын

👍 thanks again ! Nice !

@Brizlaz 6 жыл бұрын

Came across your great vlog. at the weekend. Now caught up and looking forward to seeing more. Have been contemplating one of these vans instead of the joining the VW crowd (and there really is a crowd of them here in Cornwall). Nice to see you opting for the side bench approach too. Don't think you'll regret that - especially if you keep room at the front end to be able to sit opposite an open side door. Think I'd ponder a way to fit a shower curtain between the ends of the open back doors.

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes, there must be some curtain arrangement I'm sure!

@tucsonoldguy 6 жыл бұрын

Once again, a great video to see your progress and enjoy your company. I would have liked to see what the trim looked like upon completion to see the outcome of your clever idea of putting the trim only on the inside of the two metal edges. Your collection of tools must be beginning to grow quite large.

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

All will be revealed as the build goes on :-)

@normanboyes4983 6 жыл бұрын

Well done David.👍 Do not get too despondent - the interior of the van will look very different - you have just ‘laid the foundations’ to achieve that.😀

@Leatherkid01 6 жыл бұрын

Youre a funny guy..... Good instal. That wipe is probably just alcohol wipes so the " window primer/activator" have a clean grease free surface to be applied on. :) Hi from Canada.

@lynnrixson3013 6 жыл бұрын

Interesting- thank you!😊

@minshullj 4 жыл бұрын

This is my favourite video title yet. When you speed up your muttering it gives me PTSD.

@sianwarwick633 Жыл бұрын

Settings: playback speed: X .25

@MrBblhed 6 жыл бұрын

Looking good so far, I know it's late and you have already done it but they make a tool that goes into the drill that is a quick change drill on one end, pull it out and flip it around and it's a countersink on the other. Pros use them to save time and not have to unchuck the drill then put in the countersink, also it makes it easier to keep track of the two because the drill and countersink are a double ended arrangement that always stays together.

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

That sounds neat, maybe I'll get one

@mobileupload4374 5 жыл бұрын

My understanding is the window trim is designed to go on the inner skin only anyway. Found this out after I’d ran it round on both skins myself lol

@Vandemonium 5 жыл бұрын

Interesting; a lot of the KZfaq tutorials I watched clearly had it going on both. Otherwise when you get condensation in the van, it'll run down the window and between the panels and soak into the insulation there (I have squeezed sealant in the gap)

@justbreakingballs 4 жыл бұрын

It will be designed to go over two skins that have been spot welded together. If you pull such a seal off a car you will see both skins meet and are bonded and spot welded together. Obviously this wasn’t the case where the window wasn’t factory fitted. I would have tried to get the skins together for condensation issues and a bit of strength/integrity between the skins. I’m sure Dave did a fine job in sorting something.

@markwng 5 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you for taking it off hammer. My my, how my head hurt..

@CheckFred 6 жыл бұрын

Dave; Once you've Artexed the ceiling and Flocked the walls with some nice Flowery carpets on the floor and Chintz curtains you van will look Luvverly ;-)

@iansloan4261 6 жыл бұрын

David you could do a tidy business here in Michigan, USA, in the Detroit area! There are plenty of buildings available that would be perfect for doing van conversions, mostly on 8 mile road.

@maxboonkittypoison 6 жыл бұрын

Verry good job!! Looks great. Greetings,, Kitty.

@lonewolfgeoff 6 жыл бұрын

good job your surname isn't morrison! lol (think about it 😜) ahh looking excellent! soon be sorted and ready for use! which version of windows you running on the van? you running it in hammer mode?! 😉 seriously tho, you should be very proud of your work so far! im glad to see it going so well 😊

@JasperJanssen 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure that hacksaws even come with wood blades, but if they did they’d have more teeth per inch and would probably work better on the rubber than a metal blade would.

@alunjones2550 4 жыл бұрын

Liked the title!!! I guess you could have also called it windows 2.0

@flybywire5866 6 жыл бұрын

There are countersink drillbits that can be placed onto a drill. You drill and countersink in one go. I havent used such, but i plan to. It looks quite convenient.

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

I saw those but then you need to buy a whole set with every version of pilot hole size you want

@caskwith 6 жыл бұрын

The way you have done it, while a little slower, is much better in your situation, and the coutersink bit can be used for many more jobs in the future.

@parjacpar3077 4 жыл бұрын

Just going threw your play list and enjoying it . . . .To counter sink you just use a bigger drill bit instead of buying the special drill bit . . . I know you already bought just for future reference

@Vandemonium 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like the videos. I prefer a dedicated countersink bit.

@robertthornhill4379 6 жыл бұрын

david hi as always great work and video bob in derby 9+

@BobPhleming 6 жыл бұрын

Its starting to take shape nicely, I'm sure that it will end up looking pretty dang spiffy. Good preparation really shows in a finished product. Do you have a link for the led lights you are using, they look just the thing to upgrade the ones in my narrowboat. Regards, Chas

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Not offhand but I'll try to find a link next time I'm sat at the laptop. I just found them on Amazon though.

@rassman48 6 жыл бұрын

I know what it's like, putting in the work and finding it looks the same. I just did the back bedroom, I was quite disappointed in it because it didn't look as if I had done anything and I didn't know why until a sister came round to inspect it her first words were "You've done it all in the same colours!!". Well, how was I supposed to know, I only live here.

@carlthor91 6 жыл бұрын

At this rate you will have your caravan for July, to cruise the continent. Cheers

@tomjdesigns1280 5 жыл бұрын

IMHO you should get another trim (16mm wide ideally J-type)

@karenwatts-edwards6933 6 жыл бұрын

Reminiscent of your first AF vlog (float with me float with me) All shiny and space age

@ouradventuresnz70 6 жыл бұрын

Just a question. But when you have finished the van will you be doing a vlog about your adventures in the van. Love watching these vlogs. Great work

@sianwarwick633 Жыл бұрын

9:29 I think I've seen them used as café style curtain rods possibly

@ronheidemann2063 6 жыл бұрын

Next time use masking tape where you are jig sawing so you don't scratch the paint

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I did that on the back ones but didn't have any this time. It doesn't matter though as the scratches were light, get hidden by the glass and I blobbed some primer over them as well.

@mortglickman3217 6 жыл бұрын

countersink, the small details nice... then have g&t

@michaelmooney3369 4 жыл бұрын

did you varnish or shellac or use any coating to seal the plywood side or floor so they won't shrink and swell?

@craigw.scribner6490 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, David, as always--thanks!. And, at the risk of sounding "vicious," I think the word you meant to write is "viscous."

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Dammit!!! I'd like to blame a spellchecker or autocorrect or something but that's my own idiocy :-(

@craigw.scribner6490 6 жыл бұрын

No biggie, David! I had never seen "viscose" before so, actually, I learned a new word--thanks!

@TillTheCollapse 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing ! I just wonder whether it is cheaper to build these windows by purchasing your own tools and doing it by yourself or just having someone does it for you.Cheers!

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

No, cheaper to DIY

@rolandwolf1327 6 жыл бұрын

The shares of plywood producers fall as further turnover by you seem unlikely in future. Good job, looks very neat. I am looking forward to what furniture you will make for it. The window is very neat. This will be a nice little home away from home, won`t it?

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

I hope so!

@JimBiddle. 4 жыл бұрын

Hello there, I don't suppose you made a note of or drew around the finished ply panels? You could sell them as plans to anyone doing a Proace conversion, just a thought.

@Vandemonium 4 жыл бұрын

I didn’t :-(

@colinracheljustpootling7468 6 жыл бұрын

Golden rule....Measure twice cut once. Alternately buy some trim to cover the gaps 😉. It’s looking good

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

I measure several times!

@colinracheljustpootling7468 6 жыл бұрын

Vandemonium and I’m sure several times more 😉

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

And each time a different result!!

@colinracheljustpootling7468 6 жыл бұрын

Vandemonium glad it’s not just me 👍

@williambays3534 6 жыл бұрын

A quick question, now that we're entering May. Will you be returning to the sea ( Canals actually) and storing your land yacht ( Camping van ) or finishing it before you set-out for your next port of call. Arrg. (Said with a bad pirate voice).

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Hi. I'm still aboard the boat and have been all winter. The van needs finishing before I do any cruising though plus I have some paid work coming up that I need to be around for so any cruising will be minimal until much later in the year I think.

@mickeharnta9748 6 жыл бұрын

Finaly no hammer mode!!!!!

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

But it's always "Hammer Time" in my world :-)

@mickeharnta9748 6 жыл бұрын

Ok.... but i think I was the first one to mention the hammer mode mistake... Sorry for any spelling spelling faults .. I´m from Sweeden..

@sianwarwick633 Жыл бұрын

Always buy more blades for the saw. They raunch out fast

@pamelapanzenbeck6035 Жыл бұрын

U r the best,!,,,,,,,

@gilb6982 6 жыл бұрын

If you don't want the floor board to go anywhere , just close the back door ! LOL !

@grumkulltharaka4283 6 жыл бұрын

Space age van :)

@davidpiper3652 6 жыл бұрын

I did wince slightly when you handled the cut out from the door with bare hands. Gloves may have been sensible. Did you know you can get pilot drills with a built in countersink? Your videos are informative, funny, and give a real sense of the elation and frustration of a self build. Thanks.

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Not sure why you were wincing? Yes, you can get combi drill/countersinks but then you have to buy a set to ensure you have the right size pilot hole. It's more bother to have separate ones but only one countersink needed. Glad you like the videos, cheers

@lewis72 6 жыл бұрын

"Not sure why you were wincing?" - Burrs

@mgkleym 6 жыл бұрын

Cut metal edges like that tend to be sharp. You can cut your self quite badly on them

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Ah. Thank you. It was fine though, no blood was spilled on this occasion. :-)

@philtully1534 6 жыл бұрын

Hi David - these guys seems to have really good ideas for fitting out a van - maybe you can see something useful - look quite homey as well as functional - enjoying your videos - Many thanks!!!!!

@tinniswood2577 6 жыл бұрын

I admire your patience, the whole thing looks a real awkward job to me. i suppose once you line it all out with fake leopard fur then it'l be jobs a goodun!

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Good plan!

@originalpickaxe 6 жыл бұрын

David , good work , however as you progress please be mindful to security and anti theft. A couple near me spent a lot of money and time , doing a similar project which was their pride and joy. Sadly one night , their lovely camper decided to go TRAVELLING , without them and was last seen heading in the direction of a place called Rathkeale.......................................they've never seen it since............................

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yes, I'm alert to the possibility. Cheers

@pocketchange1951 6 жыл бұрын

how are the knees David O'boy?

@richardbate794 3 жыл бұрын

is the window trim not also intended to atop condensation from the window dripping between the panels?

@Vandemonium 3 жыл бұрын

Possibly but I thought of that and went around the gap between the panels with a thick gooey waterproof sealant.

@cameronchrestman46 6 жыл бұрын

I meant to suggest crown moulding

@davidhudson5452 4 жыл бұрын

they make self taping screws

@stevencook9167 4 жыл бұрын

instead of turning the whole chalking gun you can spin the tube itself

@jonharrisphotography 6 жыл бұрын

I think you should go back to using hammer mode, much more fun...

@andrewbarlow1707 5 жыл бұрын

A new blade is required

@moondancer5115 6 жыл бұрын

Does your van have a name yet? Also, will you vlog your van travels? It's really looking great, David 👍😏

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

I don't really name vehicles but my sister christened it Myvanwy

@mikeygallag 4 жыл бұрын

👍

@roygardiner4002 6 жыл бұрын

Counter-sinking ! Welcome to the self-build OCD group! Some of us are keeping up standards.

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Ha!

@Nick23Wood 6 жыл бұрын

However drilling holes - Next to a Vacuum Cleaner! - and just brushing away the sawdust :( - I know you can clean up afterwards but ...

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Well yeah but I'm not going to hoover after every individual hole ... I had lots of mess to make so it got cleared up at the end of the day.

@cameronchrestman46 6 жыл бұрын

Why don't you add a Victorian touch where the sides meet the ceiling and that will provide a channel to run your wiring through I just subbed really enjoy your videos an greetings from Farmington nm USA

@Vandemonium 6 жыл бұрын

Might do! Cheers