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@ericsrocksandsuchadventure9364 Күн бұрын
What size of bit did use on the hole that slippes over the tab
@timothylanier3849 4 күн бұрын
Do you sell any of the clips especially the ones that attach to the roof t-shaped factory mounts?
@VanOfAction 3 күн бұрын
Hi Timothy. Thanks for watching and asking - the answer is no I don’t sell these brackets. First because they are so easy to make I can’t imagine being paid for them. And secondly because I am now on the road. Currently travelling in Prince Edward Island - Canada. Without tools (or a good internet connection). If you visit my channel you’ll find several videos that explain a step by step method to building. They’ve been copied all over the world. Be well and let me know know how you make out.
@mvtorigian4364 8 күн бұрын
My inverter became obsolete while I was watching story time with Action Van
@VanOfAction 3 күн бұрын
LOL thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
@devindeangelis8781 9 күн бұрын
Thanks Dave!
@lukedavidjohnson 13 күн бұрын
Great work!
@sunseeker8457 15 күн бұрын
No jig needed and no angle grinder needed. Aluminium is a soft metal, so you can use your normal wood saws to cut them the same way. But I do swish out the blades anyhow for metal blades. I have these things on my Iveco van also. You idea is perfect. Thanx.
@VanOfAction 15 күн бұрын
Hi Sunseker. Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment. I did make that part harder than it should be - but at the same time - I’ve spent weeks working a table saw and have never cut metal on one. So it’s good people see how a coward does it !!!! Do you mean you copied the brackets ??? If so could you send me a couple o pics. I’m collecting for a future video. Send to [email protected]
@sunseeker8457 15 күн бұрын
@@VanOfAction Yes. I think your design is great. I will copy the base, but I may go another way with the main long metal pole. I will send you pix when I am done. Just got to see here in Sweden who has all I need this week.
@chartmann43 17 күн бұрын
Can you use the reflective tape for this as well??
@VanOfAction 15 күн бұрын
Hi Chartman. Thanks for watching and asking. I’m sorry but I don’t know what you mean by reflective tape ???Can you explain ?
@10Flat 18 күн бұрын
I counted all your waiting weeks. Came out to 6 months. That’s insane!
@maudcls5610 22 күн бұрын
This video is great for learning from your mistakes. Thanks for sharing. I sized up my rennogy fuse as per manual, 250amps just cuz why not. It has the capacity so why bottleneck it with a lower fuse. Now for the rest .. its still a work in progress
@TeutonicNordwind Ай бұрын
Enjoyable and got some nourishment for the brain as usual. Did you think you weren't going to want lights when you started the build?
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Hi TeutonicNorwind - thanks for watching and taking the time to comment - truthfully - there were 2 issues 1. it was a debate. I thought we would and my wife was on the fence. 2. I couldn't find any "airplane" type light with individual switches that I thought were priced well. The 2 I got were $ 90.00 from Amazon - which was way more than I wanted to spend. But I really didn't want to start running switches either. Be well and stop back !!! dave
@rhutch3876 Ай бұрын
Please make sure that the wire is sized properly for the 200A that the inverter is capable of drawing and you have fused it for. Your wire size should always be sized for or larger than you have it fused for, this includes all wire from the batteries to the inverter. Love your video 🙂
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Hello @rhutch3867 - thanks for watching and the kind words .......... but mostly thanks for the sound advice. You are correct to stress the importance of wire size. Fortunately there is a ton of information on line about that so no one has to guess. Be well and stop back ......... Dave
@Dan645ci Ай бұрын
thank you, i i have purchased the sections for the clips, not sure about the bolt size and the drill bit size to make the holes for the bolts, if you would help please,
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Hi Dan Thanks for your note and taking on the project. On my van the drill size was just under 1/4" You want it to be a close to the pin a possible to ensure the greatest purchase on the pin. Try making a sample out of a piece of wood or hard plastic. I'm not sure if you're seen them but these videos may help with the fabrication ... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rMebp9lzzdDLcqM.htmlsi=v6tIl2tWc_nToOeh ...... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qtGpm7er0N-lf30.htmlsi=yVMlQth3kEFtLlur .... and then you will be ready for an awning !!!! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qrV-drKlp8XSfaM.htmlsi=b8Z6bXYdXXGg1gre ... Be sure to take some photos and share them with as you go !!! email to [email protected] ... Cheers and be well Dave
@Dan645ci Ай бұрын
@@VanOfAction thank you for the information, i will make sure to take some photos as well,
@IVolutionI Ай бұрын
Why can't you pull the bench out and hook up a new seat?
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Hi @IVolutionI - thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Honestly that's exactly what I thought when I bought the van. Not that I had any choice at the time - this was the only van I could find available in Ontario Canada that week and we were moving to BC. Taking out the bench is not problem, and fooling the computer is easy too. The challenge is finding a single seat to put in. The Dodge corporation won't sell a new single seat for a van that has a bench because of the air bag computer. Finding a salvaged one with an intact airbag is almost impossible (totally impossible at the time). And one out of wreck that had it's airbag deployed and seat belt tensioner released was way too involved to try and make right. I have been keeping my eyes open ever since and if a single came available I'd be all over it !!!! Hope you'll join the community and stop back ............ Dave
@IVolutionI Ай бұрын
@VanOfAction I also have a similar situation bought only van I could find which had a bench seat now trying to put more seat in and turn passenger seat into a single. I was under the understanding that I could either purchase a after market seat or find one. So I guess that where I'm confused, why wouldn't an after market seat work to hook up? Thanks!
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
@@IVolutionI I'm not sure where you are. But all seats have to be tested and approved by the governing bodies for each country they are being used in - or the insurance will not be valid. I'm in Canada and I cannot find an aftermarket seat that has a side air bag that has gone through the approval process. In the states there is a company in Arizona that manufactures seats that meet the US standards ... discountvantruck.com/product-category/promaster/promaster-captains-chairs/ ... we have been talking about going that route if no options come around.
@LifeIsShortDIY Ай бұрын
Welcome back to Ontario. Schedule permitting it would be great to connect so we can buy you a coffee to say thanks for the roof rack bracket. Dwayne
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Hi Dwayne - I'd love to find time to meet. Still unpacking and this week getting the vehicles sorted out for Ontario hopefully. But Perth is on my radar in June for sure .... can you email me your contact info so we don't have to rely on both of us checking Youi Tube .... [email protected]
@DavidPylypToronto Ай бұрын
Adjusting! Woooohooo.
@dmitrybatishchev2867 Ай бұрын
Thank you for the putting together the video. What adhesive did you use?
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Hi Dmitry - thanks for taking the time to watch and ask the question ................ stay tuned !!! As soon as the weather clears (I hope next week) I'll be making some changes to the vinyl, partly because of the glue,,,,,, Dave
@dmitrybatishchev2867 Ай бұрын
@@VanOfAction oh interesting. Thank you for the quick reply. Hello from Vancouver
@freewheelinfranklyn 2 ай бұрын
brilliant job, it looks like it was meant to be. I'm about to try it myself but I doubt it will look so good
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
@freewheelinfranklyn - thanks for watching and the kind words ..... post me some photos of how you do ..... [email protected] ....be well and stop back .... DAve
@Kikis_Bread 2 ай бұрын
Absolute gem of a channel. Thank you so much for posting these videos, they're amazing.
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Hi Kikis_Bread thanks !!! such a nice comment to read .... be well and stop back .... Dave
@Ms.Frankenbuilder 2 ай бұрын
Need to do all this for my new to me sprinter, helpful content,
@agentofficerthomasa.porter107 2 ай бұрын
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@WexWorld 2 ай бұрын
How did you cut the two base pieces? That looks like the hardest part and you didn't go over it
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Hi WexWorld - thanks for watching and taking the time to ask .... sorry for my delay in getting back to you .... I'm not sure I understand your question though ... can you elaborate ??? Dave
@JenniferBowen-ys3ti 2 ай бұрын
My kind of people 😊
@christinepearse5021 2 ай бұрын
What's even mote annoying is you going off for the first 5 minutes about annoying other videos. Terrible videos.
@VanOfAction Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching ... sorry it didn't suit you .. be well ........... Dave
@vandaddy-o2732 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the update... Always like your videos
@zarguy 2 ай бұрын
I've watched this once through initially & then later when I was ready to build, I skipped around trying to find the size of drill bit for the holes that slide over the factory pins. Can you please add it to your main comment below the video? I picked up some scrap 2 x 1" aluminum C-channel today at a local recycler, more than enough for the brackets. I think I'll go back & get the other pieces I saw. $3 got me a 56" length! Thanks.
@VanOfAction 2 ай бұрын
Hi Zarguy .... I LOVE that !!! $3.00 !!!!! Man that makes me smile. I'm sorry about the drill size missing. Unfortunatey my van is 3400 miles away at the moment and my shop is all packed up for moving this weekend .... (video comes out tomorrow) .... What I did initially because it's impossible to measure was ..... I machined a piece of wood 3/4" x 1/8" x 3" - then using my chop saw I just cut a groove part way through at about the middle. I just kept increasing the groove until it fit as I wanted it to. Be sure sure to post some photos of how you're doing. These clips have been copied all over the world and one day I want to do a compilation video ..... be well ....... Dave
@rojajaja 2 ай бұрын
nice one!
@VanOfAction 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! Hope you found it useful and it saves you money.
@ashtondalsing7691 2 ай бұрын
This is what I’ve been looking for. I only have a circular saw and straight edge and was trying to figure out how to build my door without renting a router and table saw and now I feel like I can do without. Thank you!
@VanOfAction 2 ай бұрын
Hi Ashton. You are welcome and I’m glad you found it useful. I too didn’t have a ton of tools. But it would hard to build the doors without a table saw ….. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ab2DgLaquL7WhWQ.htmlsi=az5mXRbnDn08IPTD. However the cost can be very minimal. If you look for auctions and estate sales near you you’ll be surprised at how cheap things can be. Here is what I used in my shop. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oseklsh60-C1pZs.htmlsi=QHNVto_i6UsP4-hk good luck.
@barrytimm5497 2 ай бұрын
In my view, wool is nowhere near as good an insulation method as closed celll foam, which acts as not only an excellent heat/cold insulator and noise insulator, but also eliminates the need for the stick-on sound deadening material, and acts as a very effective moisture barrier (moisture comes from INSIDE the van - our breath and cooking vapors and showers are primary moisture contributors here), and it stiffens and strengthens the entire van structure. Messy and expensive and care need to be taken about access to wires/plumbing etc as necessary, YES, but so worth it in the end result!
@VanOfAction 2 ай бұрын
Hi Barry. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Insulation and moisture are probably the most debated components in van building. I am really happy with the wool I used and can’t imagine anything being better. But I understand not everyone will agree and it’s in that conversation others will learn. Be well and stop back. Dave.
@tomshaw661 2 ай бұрын
i thought heat guns were only 15 amps
@ClarkyMalarky 3 ай бұрын
If no one has mentioned: the two wires are 4 gauge, double them up you get double the amperage( about 175 amp). You want the highest amperage from your batteries to inverter. Especially if your running things like microwave’s and AC.
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hi ClarkyMalarky ... thank you so much for taking the time to explain that- you're right, in all this time no one has mentioned that. Truthfully, I have no idea what your talking about but I'll assume you're correct. The community needs people like you to contribute ... hope you'll stop back and join in .............. Dave
@henriklavett 3 ай бұрын
That's so intelligent! I will use this on my camper for sure 👍
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hi Henrik - thank you so much for the kind words ...... when you do please post the photos or video ...... you have no idea how much it makes me smile when people build them and save a ton of $$$$$$ Hope you'll stop back ... Dave
@Dan645ci 3 ай бұрын
thank you again, i was wondering if i can use a shorter profile c channel for the clips, 1.5 instead of 2", what do you think?
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hi Dan - here is the reply I posted in your other comment - not sure which you'll see first - thanks for coming by and I hope you'll join the community ..... Hi Dan - thanks for watching and taking the time to ask. I used the 2" material for 2 reasons. First- it's what they had in the scrap bin. Second - it was recommended to me by someone who has had roof racks before that the rack should be at least an inch off the roof to prevent whistling as you go down the road. The Promaster roof isn't flat, there is a crown in the center and with 1.5" stock I think you would be getting pretty close to the metal. Now I don't know if it would whistle or not - but I know mine does not...... Hope you'll join the community .... and stop back .. Dave
@Dan645ci 3 ай бұрын
@@VanOfAction thank you, greatly appreciated.
@Dan645ci 3 ай бұрын
thank you for sharing, question about the channel that you are using for the clip, any thoughts on using a lower profile channel, instead of 2" maybe a 1.5"?, thank you.
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hi Dan - thanks for watching and taking the time to ask. I used the 2" material for 2 reasons. First- it's what they had in the scrap bin. Second - it was recommended to me by someone who has had roof racks before that the rack should be at least an inch off the roof to prevent whistling as you go down the road. The Promaster roof isn't flat, there is a crown in the center and with 1.5" stock I think you would be getting pretty close to the metal. Now I don't know if it would whistle or not - but I know mine does not...... Hope you'll join the community .... and stop back .. Dave
@natashabass215 3 ай бұрын
Thanks great video
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hi Natasha - thanks for watching and taking the time to comment ... hope you'll join the community...... Dave
@BruceWayne-uk5tm 3 ай бұрын
Man of action!!!
@barbaravanrietschoten9978 3 ай бұрын
Just a question for you! Is it possible to take a door apart to remove the inner panel to install glass once it’s been glued together?
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hi barbara... thanks for watching and taking the time to ask. With a lot of care and a little luck it may be possible to take the doors apart and reassemble them. I did that for the panel in front of the cooler because I wanted to change the height. But the reality is it would be a tremendous pain and probably not successful for every door. Hope you'll stop back and join the community ..... Dave
@SolarSteveW 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! I just installed the same inverter in my trailer. In your video at about 8:50, you hoist the inverter up to its mounting position, come in with the socket and drill to fix the upper mounting bolts, and then you fail to get a connection with the socket to the bolt. The picture fades out, and I hear you say, huh...! That was EXACTLY my experience. They designed the mounting holes too far under the inverter housing to get a straight shot with even a screwdriver, much less a socket and wrench. I ended up using Phillips screws and a screwdriver angled in to secure the inverter in position. Really poor design. I had to contact Renogy with a question, and the reply came back as a mixture of English as a second language and cut-and-paste technical text. I never did get a coherent response.
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hey Solar Steve - thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. You're right, now I realize I should have mentioned how clumsy mounting the unit to the wall was. I too used some Robertson screws with washers. It's really sad how many builders have had just terrible experiences with Renogy customer service (shouldn't even call it that). You think they would hear about it ......... Be well, I hope you stop back ... Dave
@captainplanet1260 3 ай бұрын
Excellent video, thank you
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hey Captain Planet - thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment - Hope you'll join the community .... Dave
@angerb 3 ай бұрын
nicely done !
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Thanks! - You have no idea how good it makes me feel when folks see value in what I share .... hope you'll stop back ... dave
@pianomanjc3 3 ай бұрын
Thats really beautiful craftsmanship and attention to detail. Thank you very much for sharing it. I am about to embark on that part of my build so you have given me plenty to think about. Thank you.
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hey Pianoman !!! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I was really happy with the way the windows turned out .... when you don't get paid by the hour it's fun to make it nice !!! Dave
@mamatuja 3 ай бұрын
You probably never heard of a round file to make a slot.😂😂😂
@VanOfAction 3 ай бұрын
Hi mamtuja - Thanks for watching ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, I've been asked that before .... it seemed like to much bother !!! Be well ... Dave
@Mojokiss 4 ай бұрын
Ebay sent me a nicer compressor fridge than I ordered. much nicer. i kept quiet. it's been serving me very well for years.
@VanOfAction 4 ай бұрын
Mojokiss ….. I wish I was you !!!! Thanks for stopping by. Hope you’ll join the community (we could use your common sense) ….. Dave
@a.w.thompson4001 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for showing this as a very approachable project!
@VanOfAction 4 ай бұрын
Hi a.w. - thanks for watching and taking the time to comment ...... I'll be doing an update on the vinyl around the bed in May ... you may find it interesting ... I've learned a few things with use..... hope you'll stop back ... Dave
@cjonknee 4 ай бұрын
Do you have a link for where I can purchase these seats ?
@VanOfAction 4 ай бұрын
Hi @cjonknee - thanks for stopping by and watching the video. Here is a link to the Wilderness Vans site. www.wildernessvans.com/product-category/beds-seats/ They were great people to work with and we are really happy with the seats ...... good luck and let me know how you make out .... Dave
@mrurga35 4 ай бұрын
You might want to check your information here. I believe the Mppt charger you show here has a Max. Solar Input Voltage : 50V, not 12V as stated. For most people, this would mean they can wire in series (depending on the Voc of their panels, and how many they are installing) meaning thinner wires (less amps) to run into the van.
@VanOfAction 4 ай бұрын
hi @mrurga35 .. thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I am certain that I stated the wiring correctly. The maximum input voltage is 12V - I assume that's because the controller is also capable of drawing power from the van battery simultaneously (which would be coming in at 12 volt) and keeping the inputs the same makes the most sense. Therefore connecting the panels in parallel is absolutely necessary or you would fry the controller. I found this part of the van build to be confusing and I was very careful with my research. The controller is rated at 50 AMPS -maybe that is impacting your thoughts. In any event I do appreciate you asking, it's in the conversation we all learn ...... Hope you'll stop back ....... Dave
@LacyKirkland 4 ай бұрын
Amazing, thank you! Exactly what I needed!
@warrenscorner 4 ай бұрын
Awesome looking doors! I love the Cain look.
@martgryfny 4 ай бұрын
You just need to search for Fiat Ducato, Citroen Jumper, Peugeot Boxer, Toyota Proace Max, you would find a bunch of different mountings that will fit just the same and much cheaper.
@VanOfAction 4 ай бұрын
Hi Marthryfny - thanks for watching and commenting. I’m sure there are more available all the time and maybe some would prefer to buy - but I bet $13.44 wouldn't cover the shipping. Be well and stop back …… Dave.
@tomcorbett7027 4 ай бұрын
I am working on my 2019 Sprinter 144 Crew model on the Olympic Peninsula in WA. Still Having trouble determining furring strips, without taking up interior space much. Very difficult to find good information on the subject. I have enjoyed your videos very much. Janice
@VanOfAction 4 ай бұрын
Hi Tom - thanks for taking the time to watch and post your comment - I will say this - for your furring always use 3/4" veneer core plywood. 1x2 spruce (or anything) will dry and shrink and some day release the screws. Where you put it will depend on how you are finishing our walls. In my case, I used furring strips on the ceiling .. but none one the walls...... Good luck ............. Dave
@F.o.s.t.e.r. 4 ай бұрын
Do you think half inch would be strong enough to handle the force needed to open the hinge without tearing out?
@VanOfAction 4 ай бұрын
No - I think 1/2" would be too light. I do appreciate you watching and asking .... the torque these hinges have is surprising ..... if you're door stock is only 1/2" the screw you use will be shorter ....and they just can't hold. Good luck .. dave